2014-15 AHS Course Guide

School Information ................................................................................................................................................................... 2Diploma Requirements (Class of 2015) ...................................................................................................................................4Diploma Requirements (Class of 2016)....................................................................................................................................5Diploma Requirements (Class of 2017 and beyond) ................................................................................................................ 6Plan CCR 4 Year Worksheet (Class of 2015) ..............................................................................................................................7Plan CCR 4 Year Worksheet (Class of 2016) ..............................................................................................................................8Plan CCR 4 Year Worksheet (Class of 2017 and beyond) ......................................................................................................... 9Art Courses ................................................................................................................................................................................ 10Business Courses ...................................................................................................................................................................... 13Dance ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 15English Language Arts............................................................................................................................................................. 16Family and Consumer Science.............................................................................................................................................. 18Financial Literacy ....................................................................................................................................................................... 19Health and Science Technology ............................................................................................................................................. 20 Healthy Lifestyles (P.E.) / Health ............................................................................................................................................... 20 Mathematics ................................................................................................................................................................................ 22Music............................................................................................................................................................................................ 26Science.......................................................................................................................................................................................... 28Social Science ........................................................................................................................................................................... 30Technology (Engineering, Visual Arts Technology and Woodworking Technology )...................................................... 33!eatre Arts................................................................................................................................................................................ 35World Languages ..................................................................................................................................................................... 36Specialized Courses .................................................................................................................................................................. 39Concurrent Enrollment.............................................................................................................................................................. 40Canyons Technical Education Guide .................................................................................................................................... 41Technical Education Course Guide...........................................................................................................................................42

Dear Alta Community,

Our faculty and administration would like to thank you for the ongoing support and commitment to academic excellence! Planning to be college and career ready requires a strong bridge of communication between our commu-nity and school. As part of our plan, we have designed the Alta Course Guide for every patron in our community. !e purpose of the guide is to provide a reference for all of our academic courses and specialty programs at Alta. !is guidebook will assist you in making decisions on how to best support your student to ensure success during his/her high school tenure and in the future. Within the pages, you will also "nd references to the many accomplishments that distinguish Alta High School as one of the top secondary institutions in the country.

Sincerely,Dr. Fidel Montero, Principal

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Alta High School11055 South 1000 East • Sandy, Utah 84094-5433 • 801.826.5600 • FAX 801.826.5609

www.canyonsdistrict.org • www.ahs.canyonsdistrict.org • School Code: 450402

PrincipalDr. Fidel Montero

Assistant PrincipalsKiersten Draper (Intern), Mary Lauer, Justin Matagi, Garry True

Counseling StaffChristine Astle (Chair), Callie Bjerregaard, Kelsie Court,

Lisa Sanders (Co-Chair), Jennifer Scheffner, Susan Teemant (Intern)

• Mission Statement:To ensure excellence in education by holding students accountable for their own learning and high standards of personal integrity, responsibility and tolerance.

• CommunityAlta High School serves a mainly middle to up-per-middle class community of professional and semi-professional people who reside in the southeast region of the Salt Lake Valley.

• SchoolAlta High School is a public, four-year comprehensive high school that opened in 1978. It has an enrollment of approximately 1832 students. Students are served by a comprehensive guidance and counseling pro-gram, focused on career and college readiness.

• GradingGPA is based upon all courses. No courses are weighted. A = 4.00 B = 3.00 C = 2.00 D = 1.00 F = 0.00

Alta High School is on an alternating A-B day block schedule (4 classes per day, 80 minutes per class), a 30-minute Advisory period, and an Engagement Time of 30 minutes for individual help from teachers.

• Diplomas & Graduation Requirements

A student must earn 27 credits to be eligible for a StandardDiploma: Class of: 2014Language Arts .................................................................4.0Social Studies...................................................................3.5Mathematics ....................................................................3.0Science ............................................................................3.0Healthy Lifestyles .............................................................2.0Fine Arts ............................................................................1.5Career & Technology Education.....................................1.0Computer Technology.................................................... 0.5Financial Literacy............................................................ 0.5Electives........................................................................... 8.0

The Advanced Diploma includes the Standard requirements plus two lab-based science courses, two world language courses, and completion of Secondary Math III.

The Honors Diploma includes all of the above requirements plus the student must meet the ACT college benchmark scores for English (18), Science (24), Read-ing (21), and Math (22).

In 2013, 66% of seniors graduated with an Honors or Advanced Diploma. Full implementation of this Canyons District program will be completed with the Class of 2016.

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• Advanced Placement DistinctionAlta High School has one of the largest AP programs in Utah. AP courses are offered in 2D Art, 3D Art, Ameri-can Government/Politics, American History, Art History, Biology, Calculus AB, Calculus BC, Chemistry, English Literature and Composition, English Language Com-position, French, German, Music Theory, Physics, Psy-chology, Spanish, World History, Statistics, and Human Geography.

• Concurrent EnrollmentThrough Concurrent Enrollment, junior and seniorstudents may earn college credit through Salt LakeCommunity College. Alta students earned 5,374 Con-current Enrollment college credits during the 2012/2013 school year.

• Career & Technology EducationThrough Career and Technology Education, students can get the training and education they need to begin networking a successful career path for their future. CTE courses include Business and Marketing, Family and Consumer Science, Health Science, and Tradeand Technology. Other CTE programs include: Career Internship Program, Work Based Learning and many classes offered through the Canyons Technical Education Center and Jordan Applied Technology Center.

• Educational OfferingsAdvanced Placement courses: 20Honors courses: 8Concurrent courses: 19

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Graduation Class ........................................................ 775

• Scholastic AchievementNational Merit Finalists..................................................... 4

ACT Mean ScoreEnglish ......................................................................... 21.1Math ............................................................................. 21.2Reading ........................................................................ 22.0Science.......................................................................... 21.6Composite.................................................................... 21.6

Scholarship Offers..................................... Over $6 million

Advanced Placement ExamsAdministered ..........................................................1045Passed at 3 or above ..........................................74.6%

Diplomas AwardedAdvanced................................................................. 274Honors.......................................................................236Percent of class earning Advanced or Honors............ 66%

• AthleticsAlta is a 5A-size school which offers team sports at the sophomore, junior varsity, and varsity levels. They include: football, basketball, baseball, volleyball, softball, tennis, soccer, track, cross-country, golf, drill team and wrestling. Alta has a long tradition of State Championships.

• Visual ArtsAlta art students have earned many awards and have been involved in numerous art shows. In 2011 the Utah State Sterling Scholar for Visual Art was award-ed to an Alta student.

• EuphonyAlta’s art and literary magazine was awarded a gold medal from CSPA in 2013. ASPA recognized Eupho-ny as “Most Outstanding High School Literary-Art Magazine” in 2010.

• YearbookThe Alta yearbook has been nationally recognized for both layout and cover design by Jostens, and has been featured in its “Look Book” sample guide year after year. It has also received awards from the Northern Utah Yearbook Competition as the best 5A yearbook, best cover, and best layout. Additionally, yearbook photographers have earned continued recognition from the University of Utah High School Journalism competition year after year for both fea-ture and news photography.

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both high school and college credit. Courses taught at the high school are the same courses

taught at SLCC. Instructor qualifications, syllabi, assignments, textbooks, exams, and grading are

equivalent. Alta High School’s concurrent enrollment classes are listed on registration materials.

Juniors and Seniors are eligible for concurrent enrollment courses (minimum 3.0 GPA). In the

spring, check the Alta High School course cards for the most up-to-date list of concurrent

enrollment courses offered.” Please note that in compliance with Senate Bill 284, a partial tuition fee of $5/credit hour will be charged for all Salt Lake Community College Concurrent Enrollment classes beginning Summer Semester, 2013. Students will pay

tuition fees directly to SLCC.

ALTA COURSE SLCC COURSE/CREDIT

Early Childhood Ed. (preschool) FHS 2600, 3

Marriage & Fam/Gen Fin Literacy FHS 2400, 3 (Fulfills General Financial Literacy graduation requirement)

Personal Finance FIN 1050, 3 (Fulfills General Financial Literacy graduation requirement)

Drawing 2 ART 1020, 3

Calligraphy 2 ART 1060, 3

Commercial Art 1 or 2 ART 1120, 3

Math 1010 MATH 1010, 4 (Requires *ACT Math 18/Reading 16)

Math 1050 MATH 1050, 4 (Requires *ACT Math 23/Reading 20 or Math 1010 “C” ×)

Math 1060 MATH 1060, 3 (Requires completion of Math 1050 with “C” ×)

Math 1040 MATH 1040, 3 (Requires *ACT Math 23/Reading 20 or Math 1010 “C” ×)

Math 1030 MATH 1030, 3 (Requires *ACT Math 23/Reading 20 or Math 1010 “C” ×)

English 1010 ENGL 1010, 3 (Seniors only, *ACT score of 20 on Reading)

Communications 1010 COMM 1010, 3 (Seniors only)

Architectural Design ARCH 1310

Technical and Engineering Design EDDT 1040 (3), EDDT 2710 (3)

Woodworking, Guitar-making CMGT 1225, 4

Furniture Design & Mfg. CMGT 1245, 4

Economics ECON 1010, 3

Marketing 1010/Marketing 1 MKTG 1010, 2

Marketing 1030/Marketing 2 MKTG 1030, 3

What is the cost to you? ÎA $40 admission fee to SLCC. This is a one-time fee and enables students to take as many

concurrent enrollment classes they would like during their junior and senior year.

ÎClass textbook

Î$5/credit tuition fee

*Can take Accuplacer (computer placement test) in lieu of ACT score.

SLCC—Building a College-Going and Career-Focused Culturehttp://www.slcc.edu/concurrentenrollment/home

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Advanced Studies Research (E) Grades 11-12 . 5/1.0 creditStudents with two or more AP classes are eligible for this course. The curriculum of AP is structured with the expectation of addition-al time for students to understand and process the large amounts of reading, writing, and information.

Aide Counselor (E) Grades 11-12 .5/1.0 creditPrerequisite: Instructor approvalCounselor Aides experience the opportunity, under the supervision of the counselors, of assisting in the counseling center with such tasks as: delivering messages to students and teachers, processing printed materials such as registration packets, answering phones, greeting visitors to the counseling center, assisting with new stu-dents and helping to prepare for counseling activities such as Plan CCR, Career Days, College Day, etc.

Aide Attendance O!ce (E) Grades 11-12 .5/1.0 creditPrerequisite: Instructor approvalUnder the supervision of the of!ce staff, Of!ce Aides assist in of!ce tasks such as: delivering messages to students and teach-ers, processing and/or organizing printed materials, answering phones and greeting visitors to the of!ce. Of!ce Aides experience opportunities to practice reliable citizenship and social skills as they interact with peers, school staff and the general public.

Aide Teacher (E) Grades 11-12 .5/1.0 creditPrerequisite: Instructor approvalThis is a full year or semester course that offers students a unique experience working with teachers. This position provides an oppor-tunity to observe and model an adult at work. It provides a wide range of learning opportunities in areas such as life skills, human development, and career exploration. Teacher aides experience the opportunity to practice reliable citizenship and social skills as they interact with peers, school staff and the general public.

Careers (Career Orientation and Exploration) (E) Grade 10 .25 creditCompanion course to Driver Education.This course is designed to introduce students to a variety of career !elds. Students will take self-interest surveys and pro!ciency exams to help them identify career !elds appropriate to their skills and in-terests. Students will develop resume writing and interviewing skills.

Cheerleading (E) 10-12 1.0 Prerequisite: AuditionThis course is designed for cheerleaders/song leaders who are elected or selected according to school constitutions.

Driver Education (E) Grades 10-12 .25 creditCompanion to Careers CourseThis course includes classroom instruction during the regular school day. On-road and range driving experiences are also required be-fore and after school and on Saturdays. Registration is based on each student's 16th birthday. Successful completion of this course may lead to acquisition of a valid Utah Driver's license. A fee is required prior to participation in this class.

English Language Development (ESL) (E) Grades 9-12 .5/1.0 creditPrerequisite: Instructor approvalThis course is designed for students whose primary language is not English.

Latinos in Action (E) Grades 9-12 .5/1.0 creditA leadership class designed to empower bilingual Latinos through culture, service, and education. Students are trained as paraprofessionals and serve as mentors at a local elementary school. They individually mentor English language learners and students struggling academically. Students are provided an avenue to develop leadership, citizenship and mentoring skills. Students are expected to be highly responsible and mature in judgment.

Peer Leadership Team (P.L.T.) Grades 11-12 1.0 creditPrerequisite: Audition/Instructor approvalPLT is a service organization designed to train and organize high school students as teams of peer educators to provide a substance abuse and violence prevention message among youth. One major component of this program is to provide peer refusal skills to 6th grade students in their schools.

Peer Tutoring (E) Grades 10-12 .5 creditStudents in this course work under the supervision of Special Education teachers in assisting students who have special needs or disability conditions. It is designed for individuals who are interested in pursuing a career in the !elds such as in education, sociology, psychology, or social work. Because Peer Tutors are placed in a position of trust, they are expected to be highly responsible and mature in judgment.

Release Time 06011/06012 Grades 9-12 No credit

Student Government (E) Grades 9-12 1.0 creditPrerequisite: Instructor approval after class elections

School Publications (Yearbook, Newspaper, Literary Magazine) (E) See Course descriptions under Langauge Arts Grades: Vary 1.0 / .5 creditsPrerequisite: Instructor approvalStudents in these courses write, design, and photograph events for publication.

Special Education: For Special Education course offerings, contact the Special Ed Department at the school. Phone: (801) 826-5713

SPECIALIZED COURSES

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Are you interested in taking your place in global citizenship by developing bilingual and cross-cultural skills? Join the ranks of over 52 million Americans who speak more than one language and increase your personal marketability for jobs and college entrance!

x Courses are offered in Chinese, Spanish, French, German, American Sign Language. Sign up now!

x Gain the economic power of knowing a second language in Utah’s increasingly global economy.

x Meet the demand for global competency in order to understand the diversity of cultural ideas and values.

x Meet the heightened need for national security and use of modern languages. x Be prepared for the changing demographics across the U.S. x It is just plain fun!

Course Sequencing and pathways: The following graphics represent the recommended course sequencing for World Languages. You will need to demonstrate proficiency in reading, writing, listening and speaking in the language to advance from one level to the next. It is recommended that you contact the World Languages teacher directly for questions regarding exceptions and skill placement. Middle School High School

Level 1 A Level 1 B **Both A and B are needed to progress to level 2 at the high school level. If a student only completes level 1A, it is recommended that the student take Level 1 at high school.

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Level 3 ** 1010/ 1020 is World Language 1 and 2 at the college level. It is NOT level 3 or 4. 1010/ 1020 is not offered at Alta High School. Students are encouraged to prepare for AP studies to receive college credit.

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nicate your needs and opinions through longer strings of thought. You wil gain con!dence and accuracy narrating and describing in the past, present, and future tenses. Knowledge of culture helps you to function in a broader range of social situations.

Spanish Language AP (Sr.-ELA) Grades 11-12 1.0 creditPrerequisite: Spanish 3This is an accelerated course designed as a review of grammar, guided and free composition, literature, and conversation skills. University credit can be earned with a successful performance on the Advanced Place-ment exam.

American Sign Language 1 (E) 11-12 1.0 creditPrerequisite: Adequate English, reading and speaking skills; adequate visionThis introductory course is designed to teach students American Sign Language in order to communicate with individuals who are deaf through the use of American Sign Language. Students will learn various aspects of deaf culture and the evolution of American Sign Language. This course may require a student workbook. This program is the !rst step in preparing students for an entry-level position in the !eld of interpreting for deaf individuals. This class may !ll the foreign language requirement at universities in Utah.

American Sign Language 2 (E) Grade: 12 1.0 creditPrerequisite: American Sign Language 1This intermediate course continues instruction in using American Sign Language to communicate with deaf individuals. This class may !ll the foreign language requirement at universities in Utah. This course will also prepare students to enter the Interpreter Training Program at Salt Lake Community College.

American Sign Language 3 (E) This course stresses reading, writing and speaking skills as well as the use of more elaborate grammar structures. Aural comprehension, oral practice, culture and history of a country are emphasized as they relate to the reading program.

trol. In your language study this year you explore ideas and concepts of cultural diversity. You will begin reading authentic German literature.

German 4 H (Sr.-ELA) Grades 10-12 1.0 creditPrerequisite: German 3During your fourth year of study, you will continue to strengthen your ability to express yourself in oral and written expression in a broader range of situations. You will read and listen to more complex ideas with-in authentic German texts and broadcasts. You will con!dently commu-nicate your needs and opinions through longer strings of thought. You will gain con!dence and accuracy narrating and describing in the past, present, and future. Knowledge of culture helps you to function in a broader range of social situations.

German Language AP (Sr.-ELA) Grades 11-12 1.0Prerequisite: German 3This is an accelerated course designed as a review of grammar, guided and free composition, literature, and conversation skills. University credit can be earned with a successful performance on the Advanced Placement exam.

Spanish 1 (E) Grades 9-12 1.0 creditBy the end of your !rst year of language study, you can understand and say a lot in Spanish using basic lists of memorized phrases. You can read and write in the language as well. You will be able to give personal information about yourself and information about your friends and family. You can express your likes and dislikes, preferences and needs, and begin to use the language for some daily functions like giving directions and buying things like food and clothes. Knowledge of culture helps you to function in a socially appropriate manner in Spanish.

Spanish 2 (E) Grades 9-12 1.0 creditPrerequisite: Spanish 1By the end of your second year of language study, you can understand and say a lot in Spanish using simple sentences, mostly in the present tense. You can begin participating in conversations, and ask a broader range of questions to get information you need in daily life such as buying clothes or ordering food at a cafe. You can read and write in the language as well, connecting longer strings of sentences into more unique and personal expression. You begin working on telling about your life in the past tense and projecting events in the future. Knowl-edge of culture helps you to function in a socially appropriate manner in Spanish.

Spanish 3 (Sr.-ELA) Grades 10-12 1.0 creditPrerequisite: Spanish 2During your third year of language study, you will con!dently be able to function if you were to travel to a place where only Spanish is spoken. You can speak and write to express yourself and your personal needs of daily life. You are con!dent engaging in direct conversations about daily life, and can narrate and describe in past, present and future with good control. In your language study this year you explore ideas and concepts of cultural diversity. You will begin reading authen-tic Spanish and/or Latin American literature.

Spanish 4 (Sr.-ELA)Grade 10-12 1 creditPrerequisite: Spanish 3During your fourth year of study, you will continue to strengthen your ability to express yourself in oral and written expression in a broader range of situations. You will read and listen to more complex ideas with authentic Spanish texts and broadcasts. You will con!dently commu-

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E = Elective CreditMandarin Chinese 1 (E) Grades 9-12 1.0 creditThis course is designed to introduce students to basic Chinese grammar and a set of vocabulary generally recognized as useful in everyday communication. Using integrated pedagogical and authentic materi-als; the course adopts a multi-faceted approach to help students gain training in listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills in standard Mandarin Chinese. The goal is the ability to communicate in everyday situations. Aspects of Chinese culture are also introduced.

Mandarin Chinese 2 (E) Grades 9-12 1.0 creditPrerequisite: Mandarin Chinese 1This course is designed for students who are familiar with the Chinese language. They will be introduced to the principles behind the writing system (radicals and phonetics) as well as the written equivalents for the vocabulary they have learned to speak and understand. Using integrat-ed pedagogical and authentic materials; the course adopts a multi-fac-eted approach to help students gain training in listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills in standard Mandarin Chinese. The goal is the ability to communicate in everyday situations. Aspects of Chinese culture are also introduced.

Mandarin Chinese 3 (Sr.-ELA) Grades 9-12 1.0 creditPrerequisite: Mandarin Chinese 2This course is designed to teach advanced skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing. The course content includes the development of more abstract vocabulary, simple literature, extemporaneous speaking and conversation, and guided composition. Students will develop an appreciation for the arts and culture of countries where the language is spoken.

Mandarin Chinese 4 H (Sr.-ELA) Grades 10-12 1.0 creditPrerequisite: Mandarin Chinese 3This course builds on what the student has already learned in Chinese 3. It is designed to teach advanced skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing. The course content includes the development of more abstract vocabulary, simple literature, extemporaneous speaking and conversation, and guided composition. Students will develop an appreci-ation for the arts and culture of countries where the language is spoken.

French 1 (E) Grades 9-12 1.0 creditBy the end of your !rst year of language study, you can understand and say a lot in French using basic lists of memorized phrases. You can read and write in the language as well. You will be able to give personal in-formation about yourself and information about your friends and family. You can express your likes and dislikes, preferences and needs, and begin to use the language for some daily functions like giving directions and buying things like food and clothes. Knowledge of culture helps you to function in a socially appropriate manner in French.

French 2 (E) Grades 9-12 1.0 creditPrerequisite: French 1By the end of your second year of language study, you can understand and say a lot in French using simple sentences, mostly in the present tense. You are able to begin participating in conversations, and ask a broader range of questions to get information you need in daily life such as buying clothes or ordering food at a bistro. You can read and write in the lan-

guage as well, connecting longer strings of sentences into more unique and personal expression. You begin working on telling about your life in the past tense and projecting events in the future. Knowledge of culture helps you to function in a socially appropriate manner in French.

French 3 (Sr.-ELA) Grades 10-12 1.0Prerequisite: French 2During your third year of language study, you will con!dently be able to function if you were to travel to a place where only French is spoken. You can speak and write to express yourself and your personal needs of daily life. You are con!dent engaging in direct conversations about daily life, and can narrate and describe in past, present and future with good control. In your language study this year you explore ideas and concepts of cultural diversity. You will begin reading authentic French literature.

French 4 H (Sr.-ELA) Grades 10-12 1.0Prerequisite: French 3During your fourth year of study, you will continue to strengthen your abili-ty to express yourself in oral and written expression in a broader range of situations. You will read and listen to more complex ideas within authentic French texts and broadcasts. You will con!dently communicate your needs and opinions through longer strings of thought. You will gain con!dence and accuracy narrating and describing in the past, present, and future. Knowledge of culture helps you to function in a broader range of social situations. This is an immersion environment.

French Language AP (E) Grades 11-12 1.0 creditPrerequisite: French 3This is an accelerated course designed as a review of grammar, guided and free composition, literature, and conversation skills.

German 1 (E) Grades 9-12 1.0 creditBy the end of your !rst year of language study, you can understand and say a lot in German using basic lists of memorized phrases. You can read and write in the language as well. You will be able to give personal infor-mation about yourself and information about your friends and family. You can express your likes and dislikes, preferences and needs, and begin to use the language for some daily functions like giving directions and buying things like food and clothes. Knowledge of culture helps you to function in a socially appropriate manner in German.

German 2 (E) Grades 9-12 1.0 creditPrerequisite: German 1By the end of your second year of language study, you can understand and say a lot in German using simple sentences, mostly in the present tense. You are able to begin participating in conversations, and ask a broader range of questions to get information you need in daily life such as buying clothes or ordering food at a cafe. You can read and write in the language as well, connecting longer strings of sentences into more unique and personal expression. You begin working on telling about your life in the past tense and projecting events in the future. Knowledge of culture helps you to function in a socially appropriate manner in German.

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ART

• A fee may be required in these courses.• Beginning/Level 1 classes: not to exceed $20 per semester• Advanced/Level 2+ classes: not to exceed $30 per semester• Students are responsible for additional materials.

A = ArtCTE = Career and Technical EducationCE = Concurrent Enrollment

3-D Design 1 (A)

Grades 9-12 .5 creditThe Introduction to !ne crafts, their media and the culture they represent. The students will create these works through a variety of media, styles and techniques. Some art criticism, art history, and aesthetics may be included.

3-D Design 2 (A)

Grades 10-12 .5 creditPrerequisite 3D Design 1 This class builds on the concepts and skills taught in 3D Design 1. This class provides more in-depth experiences with the craft materials and more complicated design issues. Some art criticism, art history, and aesthetics may be included.

Art History AP (A)

Grades 11-12 1.0 creditPrerequisite: Instructor approval This is a yearlong course that teaches the history and appreciation of great art works from the Western Art traditions. It starts with prehistoric works and ends with post-modern works. University credit can be earned with a successful performance on the AP exam.

Ceramics 1 (A)

Grades 9-12 .5 creditCeramics develops basic skills in the creation of 3- D forms and pottery from clays. Techniques in hand building, wheel throwing, basic glazing, and !ring are taught. With an emphasis on studio production, this course is designed to develop higher-level thinking and art related technology skills. Some art criticism, art history, and aesthetics may be included.

Ceramics 2 (A)

Grades 10-12 .5 creditPrerequisite: Ceramics 1 This is an intermediate course that builds upon the concepts and skills learned in Ceramics 1. Students will then consistently produce quality pieces of ceramics.

Ceramics 3 (A)

Grades 10-12 .5 credit

Prerequisite: Ceramics 2 and Instructor ApprovalThis is an advanced course in ceramics. Students are directed to work on independent projects following a theme or pursuing par-ticular problems of design or construction. The goal of the course is to create pieces for exhibition or portfolio purposes.

Commercial Art I/ 1120 (A, CTE, CE Optional)

Grades 9-12 .5 credit/ 3 SLCC creditsCommercial Art is an overview of traditional graphic design concepts that relate to visual communication. Advertising design and layout, logos, Illustration, typography and product/package design is em-phasized. Painting and drawing techniques are introduced. Some art criticism, art history, and aesthetics may be included. E- portfolio may be required.

Commercial Art 2 (A, CTE)

Grades 10-12 .5 creditPrerequisite: Commercial Art IThis is an intermediate course designed to build on concepts taught in Commercial Art I. Emphasis in on layout and composition, product and

package design. Some art criticism, art history, and aesthetics may be included.

Drawing 1 (A)

Grades 9-12 .5 creditDrawing 1 focuses on mark making through the study of multiple drawing skills and techniques with an emphasis on studio production. Some experi-ences in art criticism, art history, and aesthetics may be included.

Drawing 2 /1020 (A, CE optional)

Grades 10-12 .5 credit / 3 SLCC creditsPrerequisite: Drawing IThis is an intermediate course that builds on basic drawing skills and concepts taught in Drawing I. Emphasis is on building conceptual works, anatomy, and !gure drawing. Some experiences in art criticism, art history, and aesthetics may be included. E- portfolio may be required.

Drawing 3 (A)

Grades 11-12 .5 creditPrerequisite: Drawing 2 This is an advanced course in drawing. Students are directed to work on independent projects following a theme or pursuing particular problems of composition or rendering. The goal of the e course is to create pieces for exhibition or portfolio purposes.

Film studies: See Theatre Department for more information.

Jewelry 1 (A)

Grades 9-12 .5 creditStudents are taught basic jewelry making skills such as !ling, inlay, piercing, !lling, sawing, soldering, casting, and stone setting, with an emphasis on studio production. Some experiences in art criticism, art history, and aesthetics may be included.

Jewelry 2 (A)

Grades 10-12 .5 creditPrerequisite: Jewelry 1 An intermediate explanatory course in jewelry making, which covers advanced methods, and builds on the basic skills learned in Jewelry 1. The inventive use of materials and exploration of advanced techniques such as etching, fusing, forming, raising, and moving parts, enameling, and lapidary are covered. Some experiences in art criticism, art history, and aesthetics may be included.

THEATRE ARTS

Stage Technology Grades 9-12 1.0 creditPrerequisite: Instructor approvalA hands-on class where students have the opportunity to construct sets for productions, run light and sound boards, provide tech support for assemblies and maintain the Alta High auditorium. Each student is required to be a crew for at least one main stage production.

Theatre 1 (Beginning Theatre) (A) Grades 9-12 .5 creditCourse intended for students who do not have previous experi-ence with theatre. This is a beginning acting class. Students are introduced to basic concepts at the high school level. Emphasis is placed on enlivening the imagination, body, senses, and intellect to create theatrical scenes. This class is highly recommended for all incoming students who have never taken a theatre class before.

Theatre 2 (lntermediate Theatre) (A) Grades 10-12 1.0 creditRecommended for students who have either taken a theatre class before, or been in theatrical performances. This class continues to build principles of acting learned in Theatre 1. Theatre 2 provides a more in-depth study of theatrical and acting concepts with a fo-cus on character development and realistic performance. Students will create a variety of in class performances that highlight the vari-ous techniques explored. This class prepares students for advanced theatre courses and auditioning.

Theatre 3 (Advanced Acting) (A) Grades 11-12 1.0Prerequisite: Audition/Instructor approvalThis course is for the serious acting student interested in college and live theatrical performances. Students have the opportunity to explore various types of advanced performance and acting techniques. This class focuses on character development, script analysis and Shakespeare. Students from this class will not only create in class performances, but also have the opportunity to perform in various competitions and evening performances.

Theatre 4 (Advanced Theatre Productions) (A)

Grades12 1.0Prerequisite: Audition/Theatre 3 at AltaThis course is an advanced acting and performing class designed to prepare the serious acting student for college and/or live performances. Emphasis on performance, auditioning, advanced acting, Shakespeare, and directing. Students will produce several performances throughout the year and compete at various com-petitions.

I love all of the arts. I love motion pictures. I love

stage. I love theater.- Ray Bradbury

Alta’s theatre department produced the immensely popular production of “Peter Pan” for the enjoyment of the students and community.

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3D Animation (CTE) Grades 9-12 .5 creditPrerequisite: 3D Graphics3D Animation is a one-semester course using 3D graphics software to produce 3D models and animations. This course will introduce students to 2D and 3D,Animation planning, storyboard development, and the anima-tion process. Participation in the Skills USA youth organization may be an integral part of this course.

Digital Media 1 (Multimedia) (CTE) Grades 9-12 .5 creditThis course is the process of planning, instructional design, and development. Digital Media Design and Development is the !rst year digital media course where students will create interactive computer applications, Internet or other delivery media using the elements of text, graphics, animation, sound, video, and digital imaging. These skills can prepare students for entry-level positions and other occupational/education goals. Participation in the Skills USA youth organization may be an integral part of this course.

Digital Photography 1 (A, CTE) Grades 9-12 .5 creditThis course is part of a sequence of courses that prepares indi-viduals to use artistic techniques combined with a commercial perspective to effectively communicate ideas and information to business and consumer audiences via the use of advanced digital and/or !lm photography. Instruction includes training in career opportunities, work"ow, specialized camera, equipment and accessories, memory devices, software operation, copy-right, ethics, and legal issues as it applies to commercial and industrial needs, and photography business operations. Partici-pation in the Skills USA youth organization may be an integral part of this course. You need a camera for this class.

Architectural Design 1/CADGrade 10-12 .5 Credit (CTE)This is the !rst instructional course that prepares students with knowledge of residential architectural and related construction. This course includes instruction in architectural blue print reading, sketching, residential "oor plans, exterior elevations, and the use of CAD software.

• See more Engineering courses on page 33

CTE = Career and Technology Education

Furniture Design and Manufacturing 1 (CTE, CE) Grades 10-12 1.0 creditCMGT 1245Prerequisite: Woodworking 1This second course in a sequence that prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to prepare and execute furniture design projects, assemble and !nish furniture articles; repair furniture; and stresses the safe use a variety of hand and power tools and machinery. Participation in the Skills USA youth organization may be an integral part of this course.

Woodworking 1 (CTE) Grades 9-12 .5 creditThis is the !rst instructional course in a sequence of courses that prepare individuals to use power tools and machinery. This is an activity-oriented course open to all students that covers the funda-mentals of woodworking. Students receive instruction related to safety, proper use of tools, operation of woodworking equipment, joinery, wood !nishing, and the many processes used to transform lumber into !nished products. Student projects are an important part of the course. This course prepares students for advanced woodworking courses. Participation in the Skill Susa youth orga-nization may be an integral part of this course.

Woodworking Technology

Visual Arts Technology

Woodworking-Guitar Making/CMGT 1225 (CTE, CE) Grades 11-12 1.0 creditThis is an activity-oriented course open to all students that covers the fundamentals of woodworking. Students receive instruction related to safety, proper use of tools, operation of woodworking equipment, joinery, wood !nishing, and the many processes used in the construction of Acoustic and Electric guitars. Student projects are an important part of the course. This course prepares students for advanced woodworking courses. Participation in the Skills USA youth organization may be an integral part of this course.

Technology and Engineering

Jewelry 3 (A)

Grades 11-12 .5 creditPrerequisite: Jewelry 1&2 An advanced course in jewelry making, which builds on the skills learned in jewelry 2. Some experiences in art criticism, art history, and aesthetics may be included.

Lettering and Calligraphy 1 (A)

Grades 9-12 .5 creditCreate beautiful works of art through lettering, which includes the study of typography, and calligraphy, which includes the use of an ink pen in the production of various lettering styles. Some experienc-es in art criticism, art history, and aesthetics may be included.

Lettering and Calligraphy 2 (A, CE optional)

Grades 10-12 .5 credit / 3 SLCC creditsPrerequisite: Lettering and Calligraphy 1 This course is a continuation of Calligraphy 1 where creativity in the use of lettering styles and calligraphic alphabets is the focus. In addi-tion to using an ink pen, students will learn how to use an ink brush as they practice Chinese characters and the art of Sumi-e. Some ex-periences in art criticism, art history, and aesthetics may be included. E- portfolio may be required.

Painting 1 (A)

Grades 9-12 .5 creditPrerequisite: Drawing IPainting 1 is a beginning course that introduces principles of visual awareness and techniques of painting. Skills in water-based media will be explored including watercolor, acrylic and tempera. An emphasis on color theory and composition will also be included. Some experiences in art criticism, art history, and aesthetics may be included.

Painting 2 (A)

Grades 10-12 .5 creditPrerequisite: Painting 1 Painting 2 is an intermediate course that explores oil painting, materi-als and preparation of grounds and supports. Advanced color theory will be covered. Some experiences in art criticism, art history, and aesthetics may be included. E- portfolio may be required.

Painting 3 (A)

Grades 10-12 .5 CreditPrerequisite: Painting 2 Painting 3 is an advanced painting class that builds on the skills learned in Painting 1 and Painting 2. More complex techniques and processes are introduced. Producing conceptual work is empha-sized. Some experiences in art criticism, art history, and aesthetics

may be included.

Sculpture 1 (A)

Grades 9-12 .5 creditSculpture 1 is an overview of basic

skills used to create 3D works of art. Modeling, assemblage and construction, carving, and instal-lation techniques will be taught,

with an emphasis on studio produc-tion. Some art criticism, art history,

and aesthetics may be included.

Sculpture 2 (A) Grades 10-12 .5 creditPrerequisite: Sculpture 1 This is an intermediate course that builds on the skills and concepts learned in Sculpture 1. The students will learn more in-depth tech-niques in the creation of sculpture, create larger works of art, and have opportunities to work collaboratively. Some art criticism, art history, and aesthetics may be included.

Studio Art: 2-D Design AP (A) Grades 11-12 1 creditPrerequisite: Drawing 1&2 OR Photography 1&2, and Instructor approval This course follows the outline and requirements of the Advanced Placement program. It is a college-level course that focuses on 2 dimensional design and commercial areas of art through various art media including photography, graphic design, typography, and digital imaging. University credit can be earned with a successful performance on the AP exam, which is presented in a portfolio format. Some art criticism, art history, and aesthetics may be included.

Studio Art: 3-D Design AP (A) Grades 11-12 1 creditPrerequisite: Ceramics 1&2, and Instructor approval This course follows the outline and requirements of the Advanced Placement program. It is a college-level course that focuses on 3 dimensional art through various art forms including ceramics, sculpture and jewelry. Additive and subtractive sculpture will be explored. University credit can be earned with a successful perfor-mance on the AP exam, which is presented in a portfolio format. Some art criticism, art history, and aesthetics may be included.

Studio Art: Drawing AP (A) Grades 11-12 1 credit Prerequisite: Drawing 2, and Instructor approval This course follows the outline and requirements of the Advanced Place-ment program. It is a college-level course that focuses on painting, drawing, and mark making. University credit can be earned with a successful performance on the AP exam, which is presented in a portfolio format. Some art criticism, art history, and aesthetics may be included.

Exploring Art /1010 Online only (A, CE) Grades 11-12 .5 credit /3 SLCC creditsThis is an on-line course giving a glimpse into the world of art for the non-artist. Study of major art elements and principles, art move-ments, different media, and techniques.

Advanced Commercial Photography 2 (A or CTE) Grades 10-12 .5 creditPrerequisite: Digital Photo 1This course is part of a sequence of courses that prepares individu-als to use artistic techniques combined with a commercial perspec-tive to effectively communicate ideas and information to business and consumer audiences via the useof advanced digital and / or !lm photography. Instruction includes training in career opportu-nities, work"ow, specialized camera, equipment and accessories, memory devices, software operation, copyright, ethics, andlegal issues as it applies to commercial andindustrial needs, and pho-tography business operations. Participation in the Skills-USA youth organization may be an integral part of this course. Additional equipment may be required.

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ALTA HIGH SCHOOLART DEPARTMENT PREREQUISITE FLOW CHART

Ceramics 1

Ceramics 2

Ceramics 3

Note to Parents and StudentsIt is recommended that the above !ow chart be followed when registering for classes. It is important that the prerequisites are taken BEFORE the more advanced courses. Our instructors will teach advanced courses under the assumption that students have learned the fundamentals in the foundation courses and are ready for more challenging assignments. For example, the Painting 1 instructor does not teach basic drawing skills, as the students should have taken Drawing 1 prior to taking Painting 1.

• For the success of the student, it is recommended that students interested in the Two Dimensional Track begin by taking Drawing 1. Good solid drawing skills are fundamental to becoming a skilled artist.

• For the success of the student, it is recommended that students interested in Ceramics should begin by taking Ceramics 1, regardless of what has been taken in middle school.

If you feel your student is exceptionally skilled, you or the student may contact one of the art instructors to schedule a portfolio review to help with class placement.

The prerequisite for AP Studio Art: 3D is:

a 3D class, level 2 or above.

AP Studio Art: 3DJewelry 1

Jewelry 2

3D Design 1

3D Design 2

Sculpture 1

Sculpture 2

Drawing 2

Commercial Art 2

The prerequisites for AP Studio Art Drawing and 2D are: Drawing 1 and Drawing 2.

(Painting 1 is strongly recommended) The prerequisites for AP Studio Art 2D for Photography are:

Digital Photo 1 and Commercial Photo 2.

AP Studio Art: DrawingAP Studio Art: 2D

Painting 1

Painting 3

Drawing 1

Painting 2

Three Dimensional Track

Two Dimensional Track

* *Commercial Art 1

Lettering & Calligraphy 2

Lettering &Calligraphy 1

*

Drawing 3

NOTE: These courses may be taken for concurent enrollment credit.*

Jewelry 3

Alta HighSchool of Engineering

• TechnologyFoundations of Technology should be taken during the ninth grade year, but can be taken anytime during the four years of high school. It must be taken before or concurrently with Robotics & Automation.

Robotics & Automation should be taken during the tenth or eleventh grade years, but can be taken anytime during the four years of high school. It can be taken concurrently with Foundations of Technology or Engineering Design. (Physics, Physics with Technology, or Honors Physics recommended)

Technical & Engineering Design (SLCC College Credit) should be taken during the eleventh grade year before or concurrently with Pre-Engineering. It can only be taken as an eleventh or 12th grader.(Physics with Technology, Honors Physics or AP Physics recommended)

Pre-Engineering Technology can only be taken during the eleventh or 12th grade year. It should be taken after Engineering Design, but can be taken concurrently with Engineering Design. Pre-Engineering is the capstone class of the Engineering program at Alta. (Physics with Technology, Honors Physics or AP Physics recommended)

Recommended Class Sequence

• PhysicsPhysics should be taken during the 10th grade year, but can be taken anytime during the four years of high school.

Physics with Technology should be taken during the 10th grade year, but can be taken anytime during the four years of high school.

Honors Physics should be taken during the 10th grade year, but can be taken anytime during the four years of high school.

AP Physics C Mechanics should be taken during the 11th or 12th grade year.

It is recommended that every student take at least two Physics class-es during their four years of high school.

Technology

Foundations of Technology9th Grade

4 yr program 3 yr program 2 yr program 1 yr program

Robotics & Automation10th Grade Robotics &

Automation

Robotics & Automation

Technical &Engineering

Design SLCC 11th Grade

Technical &Engineering

Design SLCC

Pre-EngineeringTechnology 12th Grade Pre-Engineering

Technology

Technical &Engineering

Design SLCC &

Pre-Engineering

Technical &Engineering

Design SLCC &

Pre-Engineering

Engineering

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Standard Diploma

3.5 Required Credits 4.0 Highly Recommended

Advanced

3. 5 Required Credits 4.0 Highly Recommended

Honors

3.5 Required Credits 4.0 Highly Recommended

9th Grade (Freshman)

Geography for Life

.5 Credit

Or

Geography with Technology

1.0 Credit

9th Grade (Freshman)

Geography with Technology

1.0 Credit

OR

AP Human Geography

1.0 Credit

9th Grade (Freshman)

AP Human Geography

1.0 Credit

10th Grade (Sophomore)

World Civilization

(Semester Option)

.5 Credit

OR

World Civilizations

(Full Year Option)

1.0 Credit

10th Grade (Sophomore) World Civilizations

(Full Year Option)

1.0 Credit

OR

AP World Civilizations

1.0 Credit

10th Grade (Sophomore)

AP World Civilizations

1.0 Credit

11th Grade (Juniors)

Financial Literacy .5 Credit

AND

U.S. History 1.0 Credit

11th Grade (Juniors)

Financial Literacy .5 Credit

AND

U.S. History 1.0 Credit

OR AP United States History

1.0 Credit

11th Grade (Junior)

Financial Literacy .5 Credit

AND

AP United States History

1.0 Credit

12th Grade (Senior)

U.S. Government

.5 Credit

12th Grade (Senior)

U.S. Government

.5 Credit

OR

AP Government 1.0 Credit

12th Grade (Senior)

AP Government 1.0 Credit AND one of the Following:

AP Euro History 1.0 Credit

AP Psychology 1.0 Credit

Social Studies Electives: (.5 credit hours)

Comparative Religions, Philosophy, Price of Prejudice, Psychology 1, Psychology 2, Sociology

Social Studies MapBUSINESS and MARKETING

• A fee may be required in these courses.• Please note: Students will also be accessing the internet and social media in business courses.

M = MathematicsCTE = Career and Technical EducationF = Financial LiteracyCT = Computer TechnologyAAF-M) = Applied, Advanced Foundational MathCE = Concurrent Enrollment

Accounting 1 (CTE, AAF-M)

Grades 10-12 .5 creditThis course focuses on the importance and need for accurate !nancial records, both in the world of business as well as in personal lives. Stu-dents will know accounting as it relates to careers in the !eld of !nance. They will know accounting terminology (assets, liabilities, expenses, revenue, capital, debit, credit, posting, journalizing, etc.). Skills will include a knowledge of the accounting cycle, entering transactions in journals, posting to ledgers, compiling end of period worksheets, adjust-ing and closing entries, statements and reports, and completing banking activities. Students will be introduced to computerized accounting. Participation in the FBLA youth organization may be an integral part of this course. A fee will be charged for this class.

Accounting 2 (M, CTE, AAF-M)

Grades 10-12 .5 credit

Prerequisite: Accounting 1This course develops advanced skills and builds upon those learned in Accounting 1. Additional skills include dealing with uncollectible accounts, calculating depreciation on assets, interpreting !nancial information calculating notes and interest, payroll systems and special journals. Students will continue to use computerized accounting. Partic-ipation in the FBLA youth organization may be an integral part of this course. A fee may be charged for this class.

Business Law (CTE)

Grades 10-12 .5 creditIn this course students will gain an understanding of the law as it relates to them currently and the implications of the law in their future lives as well as the lives of their families and friends. The course will include an understanding of the court system at the local, state, and national levels. Students will gain an understanding of contract law, their rights and responsibilities as citizens, legal implications of !nancial transac-tions, employment and agency relationships, and regulations governing different types of business organizations.

Computer Technology (CT)

Grades 9-12 .5 creditThis is an introduction to computer application software that encompass-es document processing, spreadsheets, and presentations. An under-standing of ethics and use of operating systems, information resources, and electronic mail is included. Skills gained will be demonstrated by creating a project for a different content area. This course is required to !ll the Information Technology credit. Participation in the FBLA youth organization may be an integral part of this course.

Exploring Computer Science (CT)

Grade 9-12 .5 Credit This course is designed to introduce students to the breadth of the !eld of computer science through an exploration of engaging and accessible topics. Rather than focusing the entire course on learning particular software tools or programming languages, the course is designed to focus the conceptual ideas of computing and help students understand why certain tools or languages might be utilized to solve par-ticular problems. The goal of Exploring Computer Science is to develop in students the computational thinking practices of algorithm development, problem solving and programming within the context of problems that are relevant to the lives of today’s students. Students will also be introduced to topics such as interface design, limits of computers and societal and ethical issues.

Digital Business Applications (CTE)

Grades 10-12 .5 creditThis course is designed to prepare students with the knowledge and skills to be an asset to the collaborative, global, and innovative business world of today and tomorrow. Concepts include the overall digital experience, digital communications with audio and video, and the exploration of career choices. This course also provides an understanding of business concepts and professional development in today’s global of!ce.

ECON 1010 (CTE, CE)

Grades 11-12 .5 creditThe study of economics dealing with issues of supply and demand. This course explores how we use scarce resources to satisfy unlimited wants in society. The study of economics utilizes historical data, theoretical models and empirical evidence to explain the behavior of individuals, !rms and nations in producing and consuming goods and services.

Entrepreneurship (CTE)

Grades 9-12 .5 creditStudents gain an understanding of the marketing and management princi-ples necessary to start and operate their own business. They will develop an awareness of the opportunities for small business ownership and develop the planning skills needed to open a small business. Students will become aware of the traits and characteristics of successful entrepreneurs. Students gain an awareness of knowledge needed in research, planning, and regulations affecting the small business and the means of !nancing a small business. They will understand the speci!c strategies of business management and marketing and the economic role of the entrepreneur in the market system. Participation in the FBLA youth organization is an integral part of this course.

Fashion Merchandising (CTE)

Grades 9-12 .5 creditA course that provides instruction in the following areas related to fashion: cycles, leaders, textiles, apparel details, color, cosmetics, retailing, promo-tion, and career opportunities. Participation in the DECA youth organiza-tion is an integral part of this course.

Intro to Marketing (CTE)

Grades 9-10 .5 creditAn introductory course that will expose students to the fundamental concepts of marketing. Students will be introduced to a wide range of marketing education courses related to the Marketing Pathway, Market-ing Careers, and DECA (student leadership organization). Students will evaluate interpersonal communication concepts and skills. This course will clearly de!ne the marketing concept and lead students into a marketing education career pathway. Participation in the DECA youth organization may be an integral part of this course.

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Leadership Principles (CTE)

Grades 10-12 .5 creditThe objective of this course is to focus on the basic principles and inter-personal leadership that can be used in any life setting. Emphasis will be placed on vision, goals, motivation, decision-making, time management, power, team building, con"ict, and dealing with change, communication skills, ethics, and diversity issues. In addition, we will explore a variety of other factors that in"uence and develop your personal leadership style.

MKTG 1010 (Marketing 1) (CTE, CE)

Grades 11-12 .5 creditThis introductory course will teach concepts of entry-level business and marketing functions. The following skill standards will prepare the student in Marketing/Business fundamentals, selling, product/service planning, information management, distribution, pricing, promotion, and marketing operation. Participation in the DECA youth organization may be an integral part of this course.

MKTG 1030 (Marketing 2) (CTE, CE)

Grades 11-12 .5 creditPrerequesite: Marketing 1This project-based course allows students to develop and demonstrate management level marketing skills. Students will learn advanced market-ing principles than demonstrate pro!ciency by completing a marketing project. The majority of the class time will be for students to complete projects. Examples of projects include: Creating an advertising or public relations campaign, developing a business plan, conducting market research for a business and making suggestions for improvement, or completing an of!cial DECA written project.

Retailing/School Store (CTE)

Grades 11 - 12 1.0 creditThis course is a program which will prepare individuals to operate busi-nesses that sell, rent, or lease goods and services. This course will provide activity oriented training in buying, storing, pricing, advertising, display, selling, !nancing, and other activities necessary for successful business operations. Participation in the DECA youth organization is an integral part of this course.

Social Media Marketing (CTE)

Grades 10-12 .5 creditMail? Forget it. TV commercials? Meet the DVR. Email? Old School. It's all about Facebook, Foursquare, Twitter, QR codes and Apps. Many students already use some or all of these tools in their personal life. Now is the time to learn how to use these new digital and social media tools in the world of business.

Sports and Entertainment Marketing (CTE)

Grades 10 - 12 .5 creditThis is an introductory course that will help students develop a thorough understanding of the marketing concepts and theories that apply to sports and sporting events. The areas covered in this course are: basic marketing, target marketing and segmentation, sponsorship, event market-ing, promotions, sponsorship proposals, and sports marketing plans. This course will also delve into the components of promotion plans, sponsor-ship proposals and the key elements needed for sports marketing plans.

Web Page Design (CTE)

Grades 10-12 .5 creditThis course provides skill development in the electronic procedures of pro-ducing, editing, publishing, and maintaining documents on the Internet. Dream Weaver, Photoshop and HTML are used to develop the competen-cies of creating, formatting, illustrating, designing, editing/revising, and publishing documents on the World Wide Web.

Advanced Business Web Page Design (CTE)

Grades: 10-12Prerequisite: Buesiness Web Page DesignThis course is a continuation of skill developed in Internet I. This course provides skill development in the electronic procedures of producing, editing, publishing, and maintaining documents on the Internet. Web publishing software and HTML are used to develop the competencies of creating, formatting, illustrating, designing, editing/revising, and publish-ing documents on the World Wide Web.

Critical Work Place Skills (CTE, CE)

Grades 11-12 .5 / 4.0 credit

A program that offers cooperative work experience, which is correlated with the in school related instruction and is designed to bridge the gap between school and work. The training is directly related to the student’s career goals identi!ed through a Student Educational Plan CCR. Students will have a training plan, supervision by a school/district coordinator and will be paid according to the state and federal labor laws. 1.00 CTE courses required with Work Based Learning. Juniors may only have a maximum of 2.0 credits or 2 periods of Work Based Learning. Seniors may have up to 4 periods or 4.0 credits.

Critical Work Place SkillsElementary Tutoring AM Class (CTE, E)

Grades 11-12 .5/1.0 creditThis course is for juniors and seniors only. It is an unpaid, coopera-tive education learning experience between students and elementary teachers in the Canyons School District. The program is designed to give students an opportunity for career exploration and helps them connect their learning in the classroom to the workplace. Students must have time in their schedule to volunteer 3 hours per week at their internship school. Students must also provide their own transportation.

Critical Work Place SkillsInternship or Elementary Tutoring PM (CTE, E) Grades 11-12 .5/1.0 creditThis course is for juniors and seniors only. It is an unpaid coopera-tive learning experience between students and the businesses in our community. The program is designed to give students an opportunity for career exploration and to help them connect their classroom learning to the workplace. Students must have time in their schedule to volunteer 3 hours per week at their internship site. Students must also provide their own transportation.

Introduction to Philosophy (E)

Grades 10-12 .5 creditThis class is an introduction to the theories and values of philosophy. Material covered includes a review of different philosophies (including Eastern, Plato, Descartes, Kant) and learning to argue/discuss effectively, appreciate diversity of viewpoints, address big questions, and be able to understand moral argu-ments.

Law Enforcement (E, CTE)

Grades 11-12 .5 credit

This course prepares individuals to perform the duties of police and public security of!cers, including patrol, investigative activities, traf!c control, crowd control, public relations, witness interviewing, evidence collection, and man-agement. The course also includes basic crime prevention methods and other routine Law enforcement responsibilities.

Price of Prejudice (SS)

Grades 11-12 .5 credit

This course covers historical events as foundations for reading literary works by ethnic authors in light of the price that prejudice extracts from all of us. The !ght for black civil rights, the internment of Japanese Americans (particularly at Topaz, UT) and the immigration of ethnic groups are examples of study topics. Students will develop an appreciation for individual differences as well as shared similarities.

Psychology 1 (E)

Grades 9-12 .5 creditThis course provides an introduction to the theories and value of psychol-ogy. Material covered includes the scienti!c method, abnormal psycholo-gy, biological psychology, and states of consciousness, personality, and gender/development. This class does not need to be takenin order to take Psych 2 or AP Psychology.

Psychology 2 (E)

Grades 10-12 .5 credit No prerequisite

The course provides an introduction to the theories and value of psychology. Material covered includes the scienti!c method, social psychology, memory, therapy, biological psychology, sensation, perception, and research methods. This class is very similar to Psych 1, but it just covers different topics. It is not a follow-up to Psych 1 class and you can sign up without taking Psych 1.

Psychology AP (E)

Grades 11-12 1.0 credit No prerequisiteThis course provides a comprehensive overview to the theories and value of psychology. Material covered includes learning, memory, group dynamics, biological psychology, evolution, cognition intelligence, disorders and therapy, research methods, motivation, emotion, development, personality, conscious-ness, and stress/health. University credit may be earned with a successful performance on the AP Exam.

Sociology 1 (E)

Grades 9-12 .5 creditThis course focuses on how society works, and on the individual’s roles in soci-ety. Students apply sociological theories and research methods as they learn about the socialization process, social institutions, values, current issues, social change, and social movements.

U.S. Government and Citizenship (SS) Grade 12 .5

The goal of this course is to foster informed, responsible participation in public life. Knowing how to be a good citizen is essential to the preservation and improvement of United States democracy. Upon completion of this course, the student will understand the major ideas, protections, privileges, structures, and economic systems that affect the life of a citizen in the United States political system. This course is recommended for seniors due to their proximity to voting and draft age.

U.S. History (SS) Grade 11 1.0 credit

Understanding United States history is essential for the continuation of our

democratic society. This course will help students make connections be-

tween their world and the rich heritage of United States history. The course

is designed as a survey of American history with an emphasis on post-Re-

construction American (1876-Present), but should include a review of the

earlier period. This course is a core requirement for graduation.

U.S. History AP (SS) Grades 11-12 1.0 credit

This course is a college-level course in American history from the period

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World Civilizations (SS) .5 / 1.0 credit

The study of World Civilizations emphasizes the increasing interrelationships overtime of the world 's peoples. This course examines the interrelationships developed among major regions of the world: East Asia, South Asia, Southwest Asia (Middle East), Africa, Europe, North America and Latin America. It also explores how interrelationships have developed within all aspects of human activity: political, economic, social, philosophical and religious, scienti!c and technological, and artistic. This course is a core requirement for graduation.

World History AP (SS) Grades 10-12 1.0 credit

This college-level course helps students develop a greater understanding of the evolution of global processes and contacts, in interaction with different types of human societies. The course covers the period from approximately 8000 BCE. To the present and focuses on Asian, African, Islamic, and Latin American History. University credit can be earned with a successful performance on the AP exam. This course ful!lls the core requirement for graduation.

History through Film (E)

Grades 11-12 .5 creditThis semester-long course based on past events in United States History exam-ines Hollywood feature !lms and historical dramas as historical evidence. Stu-dents will focus on selected elements/topics from U.S. colonization to modern day. This course will also give students practical experience in critical analysis by evaluating feature !lms as historical evidence and motivate students in the examination of traditional historical sources by exposing them to relevant written material on past events. Students will gain an understanding of history by examining and comparing !lm evidence to information in more traditional sources, such as articles, !lm reviews and critical commentaries.

Comparative World ReligionGrade 10-12 .5 creditThis course is designed to give you an overview of the world’s major religions: Buddhism, Christianity, Hinduism, Islam, and Judaism. We will also be looking at several other religious ideals as we study the historical background, de-velopment, and signi!cance of these religions. Along with understanding the various traditions, beliefs, and practices of each religion, we will be looking at religion’s role in our world today. In this course you will be involved in an ed-ucational program called Face to Faith. Face to Faith is a program sponsored by the Tony Blair Faith Foundation that engages students of different faiths and beliefs across the world in learning directly with, from and about each other. It is also designed to improve people’s cultural and religious literacy, and to encourage respect for the rights of others among students of all faiths and be-liefs. Through videoconferencing and an online community, students of different faiths, beliefs and cultures work together to investigate global issues, discuss a range of perspectives on these issues, and explore the reasons for similar and different views.

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SOCIAL SCIENCE

Ask most people and they will simply state it is merely history, geography, and dates, lots of dates.

At Alta High School, Social Studies is a combined effort of creating global citizens. Social Studies is a means of introduc-ing students to our nation and the world and the implications of past events to our present.

What is Special about Alta High Social Studies?

Alta Social Studies enhances the learning experience by introducing students to a college ready atmosphere of learning. Alta Social Studies brings in university professors to help review for Advanced Placement examinations and excite all Social Studies students about learning. So far, professors from the University of Texas at Aus-tin, Purdue University, Furman

University, Stanford University, Boston University, the University of Wisconsin, Brigham Young University and the University of Utah have spoken to our students in the past three years.

Alta Social Studies was selected by Rutgers University to become their pilot program for high school students, especially young women, to become more involved in their school, community, and politics. Rutgers’ representatives will be speaking to Alta students this year at our school

Alta is one of four schools nation-wide to have three James Mad-ison Fellowship Award winners in a single school. The James Madison Fellowship presents a $24,000 grant to receive a Masters Degree in Government or History. Every year only one is awarded in each state. Alta has won this award in 2000, 2011, and 2012.

What is Social Studies?

American Government and Politics AP (SS)

Grades 11-12 1.0 creditThis college level course covers constitutional underpinnings of United States government; political beliefs and behaviors; political parties, interest groups and mass media; institutions of national government; the Congress, the presidency, the bureaucracy, and the federal courts; public policy; and civil rights and civil liberties. University credit can be earned with a successful performance on the AP exam.

Geography with Technology (SS)Grade 9 1.0 Credit This year long course builds on the content of “Geography for Life” and utilizes technology like GIS and GPS to enhance global awareness and perspective. Students will be expected to have higher level reading and technology skills.

European History AP (SS)

Grades 10-12 1.0 creditThis college-level course in European history is intended for the above average history student. Emphasis is placed on advanced study, research,

and analytical skills. The course covers European history from 1450 C. E. to the present and focuses on intellectual, cultural, political-diplomatic, and social economic history. University credit can be earned with a successful performance on the AP exam. This course ful!lls the core requirement for graduation.

Geography for Life (SS)

Grade 9 .5 creditThis course introduces students to cultural and physical geography. The framework of this course is the !ve themes of geography: location, place, human interaction with the physical environment, the impact of movements of people, ideas, and things; and similarities and differences within and between regions. In addition, the course emphasizes critical, causal, interpre-tive and re"ective thinking skills through observing, reading, writing, listening, speaking, and problem solving.

Human Geography AP (SS)

Grade 9 1.0 CreditThis college level course covers the nature and perspectives of geography, population, cultural patterns and processes, political organization of space, agricultural and rural Eland use, industrialization and economic development, and cities and urban land use. Students must take and pass a national exam-ination to receive college credit. With Instructor approval, this course may be a core requirement for graduation.

Alta Social Studies teachers have won national, state, and local awards for teaching excellence. Alta teachers attend workshops on a continual basis to improve their content and teaching abil-ities. Last year, seven of our ten members attended a weeklong workshop.

What do you gain from Alta High Social Studies?

First, you gain access to an out-standing faculty. Second, you will discover how this interconnected new world really affects you. Third, you will be a part of pro-grams that are recognized nation-wide. Recognized not for remem-bering dates but for increasing the connections of today’s events with the past. We encourage you to be a part of this global cen-tury. Take an active part in your community; be part of Alta Social Studies.

Courses

A = ArtIFA = Individual Fitness ActivityE = Elective Credit

Aerobic Fitness (IFA) Grades 9-12 .5 creditThis class will stress total body !tness through exercise and proper nutrition. Students are expected to improve their present physical condition and retain the knowledge of a balanced diet. Stress management is also a concern in today’s society and will be covered.

Dance 1/ Dance 2 (A or IFA)Grades 9-12 .5 creditThis course offers instruction in the basic fundamentals of dance techniques and composition.

Dance 3/Dance Academy Grades 9-12 1.0 credit (A or IFA)Prerequisite: Audition or Instructor ApprovalThis advanced course teaches dance technique with further development of skills in choreography, composition and performances. It is designed for students who have not made it into other performing groups and would like to try out again next year. Outside performances in the Dance Company Concert will be required and constitute a portion of the course grade.

Dance Company (A or IFA)Grades 10-12 1.0 creditPrerequisite: AuditionThis course emphasizes the development of a performing group. Members develop skills in all forms of dance and choreography. Students perform for the school and com-munity. Performances, as well as rehearsals outside of the regular school day, are required and constitute a portion of the course grade.

Drill Team (A, IFA) Grades 9-12 1.0 credit Prerequisite: AuditionThis course is for those interested in promoting school spirit though performance in extra curricular activities.

Social/Ballroom Dance 1 (A, IFA)Grades 9-12 .5 creditThis is an introduction to ballroom dance. No partner or prior dance experience required. Come and learn how to Cha Cha, Swing dance, Waltz, Foxtrot and many other styles of dance. This class will teach the dancer to engage in a different form of physical activity and the importance of social dance on a social and historical level.

Social/Ballroom Dance 2 (A, IFA)Grades 9-12 .5 creditPrerequisite: Social Dance 1 or Instructor ApprovalThis is a semester long technique class geared for the stu-dent with some dance experience. This class focuses on the harder and more technical ballroom dances such as Tango, Samba, Rumba, Paso, Quickstep, and many more dances. This class will perform in the Ballroom Team Spring Concert. Dancers will focus on technique, musicality and choreogra-phy skills. No partner is required.

Ballroom Team (A, IFA)

Grades 10-12 1 creditPrerequisite: Auditions This is a year long class where dancers will learn a variety of dances to perform at half-times, assemblies and their Winter and Spring Concert. Team members learn choreog-raphy and performance skills, along with teamwork. Danc-ers pay a team fee and there are some rehearsals outside of the regular school day. This is a great way to make friends, learn how to ballroom dance and be involved at Alta.

DANCE

Ballroom, Drill, and Dance Company teams perform at events throughout the school year.

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English Language Arts

Debate 1 (Grades 9-12) (E) 1.0 creditStudents in this class are members of the school debate team; occasional after school and Saturday attendance is required.This course is designed to introduce students to debate, analysis, reasoning, delivery skills, organization, writing techniques, and research. The course also provides opportunities for impromptu speaking, original oratory, extemporaneous speaking, Lin-coln-Douglas debate, and student congress.

Debate 2 (Grades 10-12) (E) 1.0 creditPrerequisite: Debate 1(Students in this class are members of the school debate team; occasional after school and Saturday attendance is required.)This course is designed to provide an in-depth study of the areas introduced in Debate I. Students will participate in competitive debate. Note: After school and weekend commitments are part of this class.

Debate 3 (11-12) (Senior ELA) 1.0 creditPrerequisite: Debate 2 or Instructor approval(Students in this class are members of the school debate team; occasional after school and Saturday attendance is required.)This course is designed to cover advanced research skills and argumentation theory. Students will participate in competitive debate and other competitive speaking events and are expected to assume a leadership position in the debate program.

Humanities 1100 (Sr.-ELA) Grades 11-12 .5 creditThis course explores the humanities through the arts and intellec-tual traditions, showing how they relate to concurrent societies. It includes critical discussion of art forms (visual art, music, Literature, drama and !lm.)

Basic Reading Skills (9, 10) 1.0 creditThis course is designed for students who have been identi!ed as requiring more basic instruction in reading skills. This course will develop suf!ciency in reading skills and assist in preparing students to master the Utah State Language Arts core as demon-strated by passing the Utah Common Core State Standards.

English Language Arts 9 1.0 creditThe Common Core State English Language Arts standards include college and career ready skills for writing, reading, speaking and listening. Successful mastery of the key concepts in this course will enable students to continue on a college and career ready path.

English Language Arts 9 H 1.0 creditThis course is designed for students who qualify for more advanced instruction in reading comprehension, writing, speaking and listening. Successful mastery of the key concepts in this course will enable students to continue on a college and career ready path. Summer reading is part of this class.

English Language Arts 10 1.0 creditStudents will continue to develop skills in writing, reading, speaking, listening and language. Successful mastery of the key concepts in this course will enable students to continue on a college- and career-ready path.

English Language Arts 10 H 1.0 creditThis course is designed for students who qualify for more advanced instruction in reading comprehension, writing, speaking, listening and language. This course will focus on college-and- career ready anchor standards for English Language Arts. Successful mastery of the key concepts in this course will enable students to continue on a college and career ready path. Summer reading is part of this class.

English Language Arts 11 1.0 creditThis course !ll focus on college-and- career ready anchor standards for English Language Arts that include skills for writing, reading, speaking, listening and language. Successful mastery of the key concepts in this course will enable students to continue on a college and career-ready path.

English Language and Composition AP/ (11 Honors) Grade 11 only 1.0 creditThis is an accelerated course designed to increase students’ abilities as skilled readers of prose in a variety of genres. Students will write narrative, expository, and argumentative papers. The course emphasizes non-!ction reading and writing with a focus on Amer-ican Literature and is a good companion class to AP US History. University credit can be earned with a successful performance on the Advanced Placement exam. Summer reading required.

English Language Arts 12 1.0 creditThis course is designed to emphasize reading comprehension, writing, and methods of inquiry as found in the core. The course will focus on the processes, skills, and strategies for effective communi-cation in all its forms.

ENGL 1010/COMM 1010 Grade 12 .5/1.0 creditPrerequisite: Placement test or ACT scoreCommunications principles & practice applied in dyadic, group, written, electronic, & oral presentation assignments. Listening, perception, verbal clarity, nonverbal, diversity, con"ict manage-ment & interviewing in workplace and interpersonal settings. The development of critical literacy using methods of knowledge making including personal, collaborative, visual, and textual methods is used; the course also promotes awareness of rhetorical strategies as they apply to a variety of socio-cultural contexts. Students receive community college credit.

Students earn English Language Arts credits in their grade level English classes. The following courses can be substituted for English 12 during the senior year only: Debate 3, Journalism, School Newspaper, Humanities, Literary Magazine and Cre-ative Writing; Yearbook Staff is elective credit only. Please note, colleges and universities prefer students take four full years of Language Arts.

• CANVAS platform is part of all English Language Arts Classes.

Physics H (Foundation/Core) (PS) Grades 9-12 1.0 creditThe three major concepts included in the Physics core are 1) motion of objects, (2) forces acting on objects, and (3) energy. Physics students will design and perform experiments through inqui-ry based learning as the fundamental scienti!c process. Honors physics students will utilize a more in-depth application of math-ematics to address the core curriculum. It is recommended that students have completed or are concurrently enrolled in Secondary Math III or Pre-calculus.

Physics C: Mechanics AP (Foundation/ Core)(PS) Grades 11-12 1.0 creditPrerequisite: Physics and Secondary Math III or Pre-CalculusThis is a college-level course in physics. Students should have taken an introductory physics course. Students should also be en-rolled in AP Calculus AB or BC. The focus of Physics C is classical mechanics. It is especially appropriate for students planning to enter careers in engineering or physical science. University credit can be earned with a successful performance on the Advanced Placement exam. As part of this class students have the opportuni-ty to complete 10 labs outside of the school day at the University of Utah for University credit. An additional tuition fee will apply.

Wildlife Biology (AAF-S) Grades 11-12 1.0 creditThis course is a hands-on comprehensive examination of North American wildlife. Students study a variety of local animal life, the management of those animals and their habitats.

Environmental Science (AAF)

Grade 10-12 1 creditThis course is a study of the human impacts on nature. We will focus on the following topics: Environmental problems, causes and solutions; Ecological principles, cycles and systems; Population growth and dynamics; Pollution of water, soil and air; Energy production, consumption and ef!ciency; and Biodiversity, conser-vation and land use. Students will be engaged in discussions, labs, !eld studies.

SCIENCE REQUIREMENTSScience: Three credits are required for graduation. Two credits must be taken from the Foundation Courses list plus an additional course in any area.

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It's not that I'm so smart, it's just that I stay with

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English Literature and Composition AP Grade 12 1.0 credit

This is an accelerated course designed to increase students’ abilities as skilled readers of literary text and poetry in a variety of genres. Students will critically read literature selections and write analyti-cally about what they have read. The course emphasizes literary analysis of !ction, non-!ction, and poetry. University credit can be earned with a successful performance on the Advanced Placement exam. Summer reading required.

Literary Magazine Staff (Euphony) Grades 11- 12 1.0 creditPrerequisite: Instructor ApprovalThis course is designed to publish the school literary magazine. Students have the opportunity to meet and discuss their work with professional writers. Applications available from Please see Mrs. Defriez in room 2216 for more information.

Creative Writing 1 (9-12) .5 creditThis course is designed as an introduction to imaginative writing. The study and writing of personal experiences, character sketches, short !ction, and poetry are empha-sized. Students have the opportunity to prepare manuscripts for publication, awards, and scholarships.

Journalism 1 (Elective) Grades 9-10 .5 creditThis course is designed to train students in newspaper writing and reading. Interviewing, writing, editing, graphic design and photography are emphasized. Students pro-duce journalism articles.

Newspaper Staff (Elective, Sr. ELA) Grades 11-12 1.0 creditPrerequisite: Instructor approvalThis course publishes the school newspaper. Students develop publication skills and work with photography and desktop publishing software (Adobe Indesign and Photo-shop). This is an application class; please see Mrs. Seal in room 1213 for more information.

Yearbook Staff Grades 11-12 1.0 credit

(Elective Credit Only) Prerequisite: Instructor approvalThis course publishes the school yearbook. Students work with desktop publishing applications (Adobe Indesign and Photoshop) to photograph, design, and write copy for the publication. This is an application class; please see Mrs. Ferguson in room 1310 for an application.

Yearbook Staff (9th and 10th Grade) Semester class

(Elective Credit Only) .5/ 1.0 creditPrerequisite: Instructor Approval

This course publishes the school yearbook. Students work with desktop publishing applications (Adobe Indesign and Photoshop) to photograph, design, and write copy for the publication. Please see Mrs. Ferguson in room1310 for more information. (Students can opt to take this course either a semester or a full year.)

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SCIENCE

• A non-refundable supply fee of $5.00-$20.00 may be required for any non AP level course.• AP Course fees are listed under the particular class.• Many of these classes require the use of technologies like Wee-bly, Wikispaces, Google docs, Canvas and Skyward.

Code Key(AAF-s) =Applied Advanced Foundational Science(CS) = Chemistry Science(BS) = Biological Science(ES) = Earth Science(PS) - Physical Science

Astronomy (AAF-S) Grades 10-12 .5 creditThis is a course that investigates astronomy and biology in an aerospace setting. Various classroom and laboratory experienc-es provide students with an understanding of each area and its relationship to others.

Biology (Foundation/Core) (BS) Grades9-12 1.0 creditThe biology course includes three major concepts: 1) the struc-tures in all living things, 2) the interactions of organisms as deter-mined by the biotic and abiotic components of the environment, 3) Evolution of species over time. Students will perform experi-ments using fundamental scienti!c processes.

Biology AP (Foundation/Core) (BS) Prerequisite: Biology and ChemistryThis is a full year introductory college course in biology with laboratory work. The major content areas are molecules and cells, heredity and evolution, and organisms and populations. University credit can be earned with successful performance on the AP exam. 12 labs are required outside of class time. Students who attend and submit all lab write-ups with 80% or higher average will receive a .25 elective credit. A non-refundable lab fee of $50.00-$70.00 is required for lab supplies.

Botany (AAF-S) Grades 10-12 .5 creditPrerequisite: Biology This is a study of plants, with an emphasis on evolutionary development, structures, classi-!cation, ecology, and the history of man’s interaction with the plant kingdom.

Chemistry (Foundation/Core) (CS) Grades 9-12 1.0 creditPrerequisite: Biology and Secondary Math IThis course is organized around major con-cept of matter, structure, energy, and change. The concepts, principles and laws that describe the conservation of matter, changes in the structure of matter and changes in energy will

provide focus for this course. Students will perform experiments using fundamental scienti!c processes. It is recommended that the student take Secondary Math II concurrently or before taking this course.

Chemistry H (Foundation/Core) (CS) Grades 9-12 1.0 creditPrerequisite: Biology and Secondary Math IThis course is organized around major concept of matter, structure, energy, and change. Students will perform experiments using fundamental scienti!c processes. Honors chemistry places more emphasis on understanding the core curriculum through the use of mathematics. It is recommended that the student take Secondary Math II concurrently or before taking this course.

Chemistry AP (Foundation/Core) (CS) Grades 10-12 1.0 creditPrerequisite: Chemistry or H Chemistry This is a full year introductory college course in chemistry. The study included advanced theoretical and physical understanding of chemistry. 14 labs offered outside of class time through the University of Utah with a .25 university lab credit awarded upon completion. Labs are not required but are recommended.A non-refundable lab tuition of approximately $400.00 is re-quired to enroll in the University labs.

Medical Anatomy and Physiology (AAF-S, CTE) Grades 11-12 1.0 creditInstruction includes intermediate anatomy and physiology, medical terminology and abbreviations, diseases and disorders and med-ical ethics. This full year course provides students with a study of health care careers including clinical experiences in a variety of health care settings. The class is designed to prepare students for a variety of health technology programs. Participation in HOSA—Future Health Professionals—youth organization may be an integral part of this course.

Physics with Technology (Foundation/Core) (PS) Grades 9-12 1.0 creditThe physics/electronics curriculum is divided into four major topics: (1) motion of objects, (2) forces acting on objects, (3) energy, and (4) circuits. The study is developed around systems and the nature of science. It is recommended that the student take Secondary Math II concurrently or before taking this course.

Physics (Foundation/Core) (PS) Grades 9-12 1.0 creditThe three major concepts included in the Physics Core are: (1) motion of objects, (2) forces acting on objects, and (3)

energy. Physics students will design and perform exper-iments through inquiry based learning as the fundamental scientif-ic process. It is recommended that the student take Secondary Math II concurrently or before taking this course.

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Family and Consumer Science

Foods 1 Grades 9-12 .5 credits (CTE, Elective)The intent of this class is to help each student achieve compe-tence in basic food preparation skills. Units covered include: quick breads, milk, cheese, meat, poultry, eggs, fruits and vege-tables. Emphasis will be on nutrition, meal planning and con-sumerism. The instruction includes demonstrations, lab activities, classroom lecture and written work.

Foods 2 Grades 10-12 .5 credits (CTE, Elective)The intent of this class is to help each student achieve compe-tence in quality food preparation methods in a variety of areas. Units covered include: yeast breads, pastries, meat, poultry, soups, salads and one-dish meals. Emphasis will be on nutrition, meal planning and consumerism. The instruction includes demon-strations, lab activities, classroom lecture and written work.

ProStart Grades 11–12 1.o credits (CTE, Elective)Prerequisite: Foods 1 and Foods 2This basic course from the National Restaurant Association (NRA) introduces students into the world of professional cooking. Basic communication skills, safety and sanitation, food prepara-tion, meal planning, cost control, equipment, customer service and other topics are taught in this beginning course.

Interior Design 1 Grades: 9-12 .5 credit CTE, ElectiveThis is a basic course for future architects, interior designer and consumers in which students learn to use the basic elements and principles of design to !nish and decorate a home. Topics in-clude patterns, color, balance, "oor planning, furniture selection, and kitchen design. A fee is charged for materials used in this class. ($10)

Interior Design 2 Grades: 10-12 .5 credit CTE, ElectiveThis course provides students the opportunity to develop skills in applying the elements and principles of design to interiors. Projects are integrated throughout the course to provide applica-tions as the students study architecture, furniture styles, surface treatments, and lighting. A fee is charged for materials used in this class. ($10)

Advanced Interior Design Grades: 11-12 .5 credit CTE, Elective, Prerequisite: Interior Design 1 or Interior Design 2This course provides a broad overview of the elements and prin-ciples of interior design, furniture selection, accessories, lighting, fabrics, and architectural features. Field experiences are vital to this class. A fee is charged for materials used in class. ( $10)

Sports Sewing I Grades 9-12 .5 credit CTE, ElectiveThis course introduces students to basic clothing construction tech-niques, parts of the sewing machine and serger, proper clothing care, pressing and maintenance. Includes choosing and using patterns, fabric, and notions; Students will choose from a variety of projects which uses basic clothing construction techniques. Students will need to furnish materials for this class. The projects become the property of the student.

Sports Sewing II Grades 10-12 .5 credit CTE, ElectiveThis course introduces students to intermediate techniques associat-ed with sewing, serging, and pressing equipment and reviews the types of fabric construction. Students will be able to make an in-termediate level project using correct construction techniques such as: zipper applications, button/buttonholes, set-in sleeve, darts, and trims. Students will need to furnish materials for this class. The projects become the property of the student.

Lvrica/Alto/Soprano (A) Grades 10-12 1.0 creditPrerequisite: AuditionThis vocal music course is open to female students in grades 10-12 by audition. This course focuses on the development of musical literacy, vocal technique, and ensemble partici-pation. Performances will consist of medium and advanced choral literature from a variety of time periods and styles. Students will participate in several performances each quar-ter. A moderate amount of outside rehearsal and perfor-mance time is required and is part of the !nal grade.

Madrigals (A) Grades 11-12 1.0 creditPrerequisite: Audition and enrollment in another music classThis vocal music course is open to students in grades 11-12 by audition. This is a select ensemble for experienced singers. Emphasis is on advancing vocal technique and polishing performances of advanced choral literature. A moderate to high amount of outside rehearsal and per-formance time is required and is part of the !nal grade. Students must be able to read music and be enrolled in another music course.

Marching Band – Large Ensemble (Fall semester) (A) Grades 9-12 .5 creditPrerequisite: Membership in another music group is re-quired.This is an afterschool band course that is designed to incor-porate both the indoor/concert and outdoor/athletic as-pects of musical performance. A required one- week on-site marching band camp will be held in August and is required for membership in the marching band. Performances at football games, parades and marching competitions are mandatory and will constitute a major portion of the grade.

Music "eory AP (A) Grades 11-12 1.0 creditPrerequisite: Instructor approvalThis course is designed for students who intend to study music at a collegiate level. Areas of study include harmony, rhythm, form, aural skills, sight-singing, history, and analysis. This is a challenging and fast paced course that prepares students for the AP exam and potential college credit. Stu-dents will need to purchase a textbook/workbook.

Percussion Ensemble (A) Grades 9-12 1.0 creditPrerequisite: AuditionThis course is designed for percussion ensemble perfor-mance as well as participation in concert, orchestral, wind ensemble and/or pep band activities. Students with drum and mallet percussion experience (i.e. marimba, xylophone, and vibes) a re encouraged to improve their skill in a large group setting. Rehearsals and performances outside of class time are part of the course requirement and constitute a portion of the grade.

Symphony Orchestra (A) Grades 9-12 1.0 creditPrerequisite: 2 years of middle school orchestra or 1 year of private lessonsThis course is open to all orchestral string musicians who want to improve their skills through large group performance. Emphasis is on growth in technical pro!ciency, full orchestral literature and performance. Rehearsals and performances outside of class time are part of the course requirement and constitute a portion of the grade.

Wind Ensemble (A) Grades 10-12 1.0 creditPrerequisite: AuditionThis advanced band course is designed for the wind musician who wants to improve their technical and expressive musical pro!ciency through performance and study of music. Pep band may be part of the course requirement during football and basketball seasons. Rehearsals and performances outside of class time are part of the course requirement and constitute a portion of the grade.

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MUSIC

• A participation fee or music instrument rental may be required

(A) = Art Credit

Chamber Orchestra (A) Grades 10-12 1.0 CreditPrerequisite: AuditionsThis advanced course is designed for the experienced orchestral string musician who wants to improve his/her skills through group performance. Emphasis is on growth in technical pro!ciency, string orchestral literature, and performance. Rehearsals and performances outside of class are part of the course requirements and constitute a portion of the grade

Choir 1 Soprano/ Alto (A) Grades 9-12 1.0 creditThis vocal music course is open to all female students. This course focuses on fundamentals of music literacy, vocal technique, and part-singing. Music performed comes from a variety of time periods and styles. Students will partici-pate in 1-2 performances each quarter. A small amount of outside rehearsal and performance time is required and is part of the !nal grade. No prerequisites or prior training is required.

Choir 1 Tenor/ Bass (A) Grades 9-12 1.0 creditThis music course is open to all male students. This course focuses on fundamentals of music literacy, vocal technique, and part-singing. Music performed comes from a variety of time periods and styles. Students will par-ticipate in 1-2 performances each quarter. A small amount of outside rehearsal and performance time is required and is part of the !nal grade. No prerequisites or prior training is required.

Concert Band (A) Grades 9-12 1.0This intermediate level band course is de-signed for the wind/percussion musicians who want to improve their technical and expressive musical skills through performance. Pep band may be part of the course requirement during football and basketball seasons. Rehearsals and performances outside of class time are part of the course requirement and constitute a portion of the grade.

Concert Choir/A Cappella (A) Grades 10-12 1.0Prerequisite: AuditionThis vocal music course is open to students in grades 10-12 by audition. This course focuses on the development and advancement of musical literacy, vocal technique, and ensemble participation. Performances will consist of advanced choral literature from a variety of time periods and styles. Students will participate in several performanc-es each quarter. A moderate amount of outside rehearsal and performance time is required and is part of the !nal grade.

Guitar 1 13301 (A) 9-12 .5Prerequisite: May require a workbook and/ or CDThis course provides opportunities for students to develop their musical potential and aesthetic understanding through learning to play a guitar. Emphasis will be placed on playing position, tone production, fundamental technique, simultaneous playing and singing, reading music, and composing songs/lyrics. Knowledge and skills will include experiences in singing, playing, listening, and connecting

to cultures. Instrument required.

Guitar 2 (A) Grades 9-12 .5 credit

Prerequisite: Guitar 1 or equivalent. May require a workbook and/ or CD

This course is designed to provide guitar students with more advanced techniques with strums, bar chords, and melodic playing and experiences with

solo and group performance. Instrument required.

Jazz Ensemble (A) Grades 9-12 1.0 creditPrerequisite: Audition/ Membership in another instrumental group may be requiredThis advanced course is designed for those stu-dents with an interest in performing jazz, Latin,

and big band literature. Strict jazz ensemble in-strumentation is observed. The group is designed to

provide students with a thorough knowledge of jazz through performance. Rehearsals and performances outside of class time are part of the course require-ment and constitute a portion of the grade.

Music is a moral law. It gives soul to the universe, wings to the mind, #ight to the imag-

ination, and charm and gaiety to life and to everything. - Plato

Designer Sewing Grades 10-12 .5 -1 credit CTE, ElectiveThis course is designed for students who have interests in the !elds of design, apparel, textiles, and clothing construction. Individual projects using design principles will be used as vehicles to further develop the students’ skills. Experiences may include: principles of clothing construction, !tting and alteration, custom sewing, home decorating/quilting, children’s clothing/fashion show, recycling/ redesign/redo garments, and other entrepreneurial opportunities. Students will need to furnish materials for this class. The projects become the property of the student.

Child Development Grades: 9-12 .5 credit CTE, ElectiveChild Development is an instructional course that will prepare stu-dents to understand children’s physical, cognitive, emotional, and social growth and development, as well as aspects of the social and biological sciences. Students will receive practical, usable skills to assist them in becoming better-educated and better-pre-pared caregivers, siblings, parents, and citizens.

Marriage & Family/Financial Literacy Grades 11-12 1 credit CTE Elective/Financial Literacy/3 hours SLCC credit FHS 2400This course prepares students to understand the nature, function, and signi!cance of individual and family relationships integrated with general !nancial literacy. Topics include: decision-making to set and implement goals, values, communication skills, self-aware-ness, families, sources of income and the relationship between income and career preparation, crisis management, dating, mar-riage preparation, marriage, money management, saving, invest-ing and parenting. Students who complete the entire 1.0 course will ful!ll the General Financial Literacy graduation requirement.

Marriage and Family Relationships (CE, CTE)

Grades 11-12 .5 creditThis course prepares students to understand the nature, function, and sig-ni!cance of individual and family relationships integrated with general !nancial literacy. Topics include: decision-making to set and implement

FINANCIAL LITERACY

!nancial goals, values, communication skills, self awareness, families, sources of income and the relationship between income and career preparation, crisis management, marriage preparation, marriage, mon-ey management, saving, investing, parenting, and reitrement planning. FCCLA may be an integral part of this course.

Introduction to Early Childhood Education FHS 2600 (Preschool) Grades 11-12 2 credits CTE Elective/3 hours SLCC credit FHS 2600This course is an introduction to the !eld of Early Childhood Education. The basics for shaping curriculum for young children are introduced. Observations, participation and teaching the children in a supervised lab are the key elements of the course. Student will be assigned a child to supervise and teach through-out the year in the "Mini Hawk Preschool". Student will also gain experience in lesson planning and teaching.

Financial Literacy (F) Grades 11-12 .5 creditThis course will prepare students for the choices and challenges of today's !nancial markets. A better understanding of personal !nance will help students move into adulthood making more informed monetary decisions, realizing a greater potential for personal wealth, and fostering a stronger state and national economy. The class will focus on income, money man-agement, spending and credit, saving and investing, consumer protection, and risk management.

FIN 1050 /Personal Finance (CE, CTE, F) Grades 11-12 .5 creditThis course studies !nancial skills essential for economic success. Subjects: Financial planning, !nancial services, in-come taxes, consumer buying, insurance, retirement planning, and estate planning.

FHS 2400 Marriage and Family Relation-ships & Financial Literacy (CE, CTE, F)

Grades 11-12 1.0 credit

Prerequisite: Taught in 2 semesters with Adult Roles and Financial Responsibilities

This course prepares students to understand the nature, function, and signi!cance of individual and family relationships integrated with general !nancial literacy. Topics include: decision-making to set and implement !nancial goals, values, communication skills, self awareness, families,

sources of income and the relationship between income and career preparation, crisis management,

marriage preparation, marriage, money management, saving, investing, parenting, and retirement planning. Students who complete the entire course ful!ll the General Financial Literacy graduation requirement. FCCLA may be an integral part of the course.

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Health and Science Technology

Exercise Science/Sports Medicine (CTE, E) Grades 11-12 1.0 credit ($15 fee)Prerequisite: Medical AnatomyThis full year course is designed to teach students components of exercise science/sports medicine; including exploration of therapeutic careers, medical terminology, anatomy and physi-ology, !rst aid, injury prevention, the healing process, rehabil-itation techniques, therapeutic modalities, sport nutrition, sport psychology and performance enhancement philosophies.

Consumer Health (HL) Grades 10-12 .5 creditThis course emphasizes the physical, social and mental dimen-sions of people. This course offers students an opportunity to evaluate health practices, products, and services.

Introduction to Health Science (CTE, HL) Grades 9-12 1.0 credit

This full-year course is designed to create an awareness of career possibilities in health care and inform students of the educational options available for health science and health technology programs. Instruction includes beginning anat-omy and physiology, medical terminology, medical ethics, diseases, and disorders. The course prepares students for the Medical Anatomy/Physiology course and/or for a variety of health technology programs. Provides .5 credit of Health and .5 credit of CTE needed for graduation.

MA 1100 Medical Terminology (CTE, CE) Grades 11-12 .5 credit

Medical Terminology is a one-semester course that helps students understand the Greek- and Latin-based language of medicine and healthcare. Emphasis isPlaced upon word roots, suf!xes, pre!xes, abbreviations, sym-bols, anatomical terms, and terms associated with movement of the human body. This course also stresses the proper pro-nunciation, spelling, and usage of medical terminology. This class is helpful to anyone considering going into the health-care !eld. Concurrent Enrollment available through SLCC.

Healthy Lifestyles- P.E. / Health

IFA = Individual Fitness ActivityHL= Healthy Lifestyles

Aerobic Fitness (IFA) Grades 9-12 .5 creditThis class will stress total body !tness through exercise and proper nutrition. Students are expected to improve their present physical condition and retain the knowledge of a balanced diet. Stress man-agement is also a concern in today's society and will be covered.

Basketball Team Men (IFA) Grades 9-12 1.0 creditPrerequisite: Coach ApprovalThis course is for students who compete on athletic teams.

Basketball Team Women (IFA) Grades 9-12 1.0 creditPrerequisite: Coach ApprovalThis course is for students who compete on athletic teams. Consumer Health (HL) Grades 10-12 .5 creditThis course emphasizes the physical, social and mental dimensions of people. This course offers students an opportunity to evaluate health practices, products, and services.

Dance 1/Dance 2 (A, IFA) Grades 9-12 .5 creditThis course offers instruction in the basic fundamentals of dance tech-niques and composition.

Dance 3/Dance Academy (A, IFA) Grades 9-12 1.0 creditPrerequisite: Audition or Instructor ApprovalThis advanced course teaches dance technique with further devel-opment of skills in choreography, composition and performances. It is designed for students who have not made it into other per-forming groups and would like to try out again next year. Outside performances in the Dance Company Concert will be required and constitute a portion of the course grade.

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AP Calculus (AB or BC)

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*State Math Core Honors Track *State Math Core Honors Accelerated Track

**ACT or College Placement Scores are needed to qualify for SLCC Concurrent Enrollment classes. These same tests are recommended for all higher level classes. The following ACT Math Scores are required for Concurrent Enrollment. There is no ACT score for Math 1060; the CPT must be taken. Math 1010 = 18+ (Intermediate Algebra, Elective Credit) Math 1050 = 23+ (College Algebra, Math Quantitative Literacy Credit)

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Secondary Mathematics II H (M) Grade 10 1.0 creditPrerequisite: Mastery of Secondary I H Advanced and College Prep Math PerformanceThis course is designed for the advanced mat student who needs to take AP Calculus before their senior year and/or enter the IB program in their junior year. This course will cover the second half of Secondary II H. Students enrolling in Secondary II H Advanced must also enroll in Secondary III Advanced for the secondary semester.

Secondary Mathematics II H Advanced A Grade: 9 0.5 credit Pre-requisite: Mastery of Secondary Mathematics I H Advanced and College Prep Math PerformanceThis course is designed for the advanced math student who needs to take AP Calculus before their senior year and/or enter the IB program in their junior year. This course will cover the !rst half of Secondary II H. Students enrolling in Secondary Mathematics II H A Advanced must also enroll in Secondary Mathematics I H Advanced for !rst semester.

Secondary Mathematics II H Advanced B Grade: 10 0.5 credit Pre-requisite: Mastery of Secondary I H Advanced and College Prep Math PerformanceThis course is designed for the advanced math student who needs to take AP Calculus before their senior year and/or enter the IB program in their junior year. This course will cover the second half of Secondary II H. Students enrolling in Secondary Mathematics II H Advanced B must also enroll in Secondary Mathematics III H Advanced for the second semester.

Secondary Mathematics III (M)

Grade 11 Prerequisite: Mastery of Secondary Mathematics IIThe main focus for students to make connections and apply the concepts they learn in Secondary I and II. Students will apply methods from probability and statistics to draw inferences and con-clusions from data. They will expand their knowledge of functions to include polynomial, rational, and radical functions. Students will further develop their study of right triangle trigonometry to include general triangles. Finally, they will create geometric and functional

models to solve contextual problems.

Secondary Mathematics III H (M)

Grade 11Prerequisite: Mastery of Secondary II HThe main focus is for students to make connections and apply the concepts they learned in Secondary I and II. Students will apply methods from probability and statistics to draw inferences and conclusions from data. They will expand their knowledge of functions to include polynomial, rational and radical functions. Students will further develop their study of right triangle trigo-nometry to include general triangles. Finally, they will create geometric functional models to solve contextual problems. In the honors class, student will extend Secondary III math concepts to include polynomials with complex numbers, work with Binomial Theorem, apply laws of trigonometry, and use further extend probability concepts. These extra topics will prepare students to take AP Calculus upon completion of Secondary III H.

Secondary Mathematics III H AdvancedGrade 11Prerequisite: Mastery of Secondary II H Advanced and College Prep Math PerformanceThis course is designed for the advanced math student who needs to take AP Calculus before their senior year and/or enter the IB program in their junior year. This course will cover all of Secondary III H in one semester. Students enrolling in Second-ary III H Advanced must have taken Secondary II H Advanced in their in their prior semester.

Statistics AP (Foundation/Core) (M) Grades 11-12 1.0 creditPrerequisite: Pre Calculus completion with a C or higher or Alge-bra 2 with teacher recommendationAn introductory, non-calculus based college level course which introduces students to the major concepts and tools for collect-ing, analyzing, and drawing conclusions from data, including exploring data, statistical inference, planning a study, and using probability and simulation to anticipate patterns. Graphing calculators with statistical capabilities are an integral part of the course and of the Advanced Placement exam. University credit can be earned with a successful performance on the Advanced Placement exam.

Mathematics, cont. Dance Company (A, IFA) Grades 10-12 1.0 creditPrerequisite: AuditionThis course emphasizes the development of a performing group. Members develop skills in all forms of dance and choreography. Students perform for the school and community. Performances, as well as rehearsals outside of the regular school day, are required and constitute a portion of the course grade.

Drill Team (IFA) Grades 9-12 1.0 creditPrerequisite: AuditionThis course is for those interested in promoting school spirit though performance in extra curricular activities.

Introduction to Health Science (CTE, HL) Grades 10-12 1.0 creditThis full-year course is designed to create an awareness of career possibilities in health care and inform students of the educational options available for health science and health technology programs. Instruction includes beginning anatomy and physiology, medical termi-nology, medical ethics, diseases, and disorders. The course prepares students for the Medical Anatomy/Physiology course and/or for a variety of health technology programs. Provides .5 credit of Health and .5 credit of CTE needed for graduation.

Golf Team (IFA) Grades 9-12 .5 creditPrerequisite: Coach ApprovalThis course is for students who compete on the golf team.

Fundamentals of Basketball (IFA) Grades 9-12 .5 creditThis course offers instruction and practice in the fundamentals of basketball. This class is not open to students who have played on the school basketball team.

Fundamentals of Volleyball (IFA) Credit 9-12 .5 creditThis course offers instruction and practice in the fundamentals of volleyball. This class is not open to students who have played on the school volleyball team.

Volleyball 2 (IFA) Prerequisite: Fundamentals of VolleyballGrades 9-12 .5 creditThis course offers instruction and practice in advanced volleyball. This class is not open to students who have played on the school volleyball team.

Lifetime Fitness (HL, IFA) Grades 10-12 .5 creditThis course is designed for continued improvement of physical !tness. The course content includes an understanding of the components of !tness, i.e., heart lung !tness, strength, "exibility, muscle endurance, weight control/nutrition, and stress management. This class is required for graduation. There is a test out option; for more information see your counselor.

Advanced Lifetime Fitness (IFA) Grades 10-12 .5 creditPrerequisite: Coach approval This is an advanced course designed for continued improvement of physical !tness. The course content includes an understanding of the components of !tness, i.e., heart lung !tness, strength, "exibility, mus-cle endurance, weight control/nutrition, and stress management.

Power Li#ing (Introduction) (IFA) Grades 9-10 .5 creditThis course is designed to develop proper technique in bench, squat, and power cleanse. This course is for 9th and 10th grade athletes that are com-peting or planning to compete in high school sanctioned sports and have not had a power lifting class.

Power Li#ing (IFA) Grades 9-12 .5 creditPrerequisite: Only for athletes competing or planning to compete in Alta sanctioned sports. This is an advanced weight-training course, which offers instruction in heavy power lifting routines. This course stresses strength, weight gains and "exibility for injury prevention and agility. The course is designed to offer a higher level of pro!ciency and more in depth instruction in weight training. Training principals are taught and students learn the bene!ts of a lifetime of physical !tness. Students learn that weight training is a !tness activity with many bene!ts, including improving personal health, increasing longevity, and quality of life through the reduction of stress. Through focused instruction, students can identify the bene!ts and dangers of various dietary supplements such as vitamins, minerals, herbs, power drinks, steroids, and performance enhancing drugs.

Participation Skills and Techniques (HL, IFA) Grade 9 (required) .5 creditThis course is designed to develop skills and techniques in a variety of team and individual sports as well as improvement in personal !tness. This class is required for graduation.

Social/Ballroom Dance 1 71441 (A, IFA) Grades 9-12 .5 creditThis course offers instruction and practice in the basic social dance steps, rhythms, and techniques. The following dances may be included: Fox Trot, Cha-Cha, Waltz, Swing, Mambo, Western Swing, and Western Line Dance. Performances and rehearsals outside of the regular school day maybe be required and will constitute a portion of the course grade.

Social/Ballroom Dance 2 (A, IFA) Grades 9-12 .5 creditPrerequisite: Social/ Ballroom Dance 1 or Instructor approvalThis is an intermediate course offering instruction and practice in intermedi-ate ballroom dance steps, rhythms and techniques. Performances as well as rehearsals outside the school day are required and will constitute a portion of the course grade.

Swim Team (IFA) Grades 9-12 .5 creditPrerequisite: Coach ApprovalThis course is for students who compete on the swim team.

Team Sports (IFA) Grades 9-12 .5 creditThis course is designed to teach sports that require group participation and cooperation.

Weight Training 1 (Men) (IFA) Grades 9-12 .5 creditThis course is designed as an introduction to proper weight lifting tech-niques. The course includes the development of individual programs to develop body tone, muscle strength, and physical conditioning.

Weight Training 1 (Women) (IFA) Grades 9-12 .5 creditThis course is designed as an introduction to proper weight lifting tech-niques. The course includes the development of individual programs to develop body tone, muscle strength, and physical conditioning.

Wrestling Team (IFA) Grades 9-12 1.0 creditPrerequisite: Coach ApprovalThis course is for students who compete on the wrestling team.

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MATHEMATICS

M = Math CreditAAF-M = Applied Advanced Foundational MathCTE = Career and Technical Education

Accounting 1 (CTE, AAF-M)

Grades 10-12 .5 creditThis course focuses on the importance and need for accurate !nancial records, both in the world of business as well as in per-sonal lives. Students will know accounting as it relates to careers in the !eld of !nance. They will know accounting terminology (assets, liabilities, expenses, revenue, capital, debit, credit, posting, journalizing, etc.). Skills will include a knowledge of the accounting cycle, entering transactions in journals, posting to led-gers, compiling end of period worksheets, adjusting and closing entries, statements and reports, and completing banking activ-ities. Students will be introduced to computerized accounting. Participation in the FBLA youth organization may be an integral part of this course. A fee will be charged for this class.

Accounting 2 (AAF-M, CTE) Grades 10-12 .5 creditPrerequisite: Accounting 1This course develops advanced skills and builds upon those learned in Accounting 1. Additional skills include dealing with uncollectible accounts, calculating depreciation on assets, interpreting !nancial information calculating notes and interest, payroll systems and special journals. Students will continue to use computerized accounting. Participation in the FBLA youth organization may be an integral part of this course. A fee may be charged for this class.

Calculus AP AB (Foundation/Core) (M) Grades 11-12 1.0 creditPrerequisite: Pre-calculus/1050/1060 completion with a C or higher. This is an introduction to differential and integral calculus topics, which are equivalent to a college level Calculus 1course. The course uses advanced skills in algebra, geometry, and trigonom-etry to analyze real world problems involving movement and variable rates of change. Graphing calculator investigations are an integral part of the course and the AP exam. University credit can be earned with a successful performance on the AP exam.

Calculus AP BC (Foundation/Core) (M) Grades 11-12 2.0 creditsPrerequisite: Pre-calculus or 1050/1060 completion with a C or higher. This course teaches the extension of the differential and integral calculus topics of Calculus AB, which are equivalent to two semesters of college level Calculus 1and 2 courses. The course uses advanced skills in algebra, geometry, and trigonometry to analyze real world problems involving movement and variable rates of change. This course focuses on the application of calcu-lus using vectors, parametric/polar modeling, and power series. Graphing calculator investigations are an integral part of the course and the AP exam. University credit can be earned with a successful performance on the Advanced Placement exam—in-cludes a lab period.

College Prep Math (M) Grades 11-12 1.0 creditPrerequisite: Algebra 2 completion Students will acquire the skills needed to be successful in Math 1050 (College Algebra). The focus of the course will be on analysis and use of functions. Emphasis will be given to collecting data to motivate the development of the analytical model of each function that will be studied.

Mathematics of Personal & Business Finance (AAF-M) Grades 11-12 1.0 creditPrerequisite: Instructor approvalMathematics of Personal and Business Finance will help students compute and make reasonable estimates, perform operations with real numbers, andIdentify meanings of variables in !nancial formulas. Students will collect and organize data in graphs of all kinds, calculate mean, median, mode and range, and use spreadsheets to evaluate data.

Introduction to Statistics (AAF, M, CE) Grades 11-12 .5 creditPrerequisite: Algebra 2An introductory, non-calculus based course, which exposes the students to the major concepts and tools for descriptive and infer-ential statistics. The course includes collecting, analyzing, charac-terizing and drawing conclusions from data. Studies will be planed and executed using double blind, matched pairs and blocking designs. Probability will be covered in detail and its fundamental importance to statistics will be emphasized. Inferential statistics will be introduced in context of real-life applications from medicine, manufacturing, sports performance, politics, business, health and physical science. The use of statistical capabilities of graphing calculators will be taught.

MATH 1010 Intermediate Algebra (AAF, M, CE) Grades 11-12 .5 creditPrerequisite: Appropriate CPT score or ACT scores.Linear and quadratic equations; inequities; polynomials; rational expressions, radicals, negative and rational exponents; complex numbers; linear systems, introduction to functions; logarithms, and exponential functions

Math 1030 Quantitative Reasoning (M)

Grades 11-12 1 credit This course focuses on the development of analytical thinking through the application of math to real life problems. Topics include modeling, logic, !nancial math, probability, statistics, and geometry.

MATH 1050 College Algebra (Foundation/Core) (M-CE) Grades 11-12 .5 creditPrerequisite: MATH 1010 with C or appropriate CPT score or ACT scores.College Algebra satis!es quantitative literacy requirements for students planning to take calculus. Topics: polynomial, rational, exponential and logarithmic functions; matrices; conics; sequences and series; and mathematical induction.

MATH 1060 Trigonometry (Foundation/Core) (M-CE) Grades 11-12 .5 creditPrerequisite: MATH 1050 with C or appropriate CPT scoreTrigonometric functions and their graphs developed using circu-lar and triangular methods including inverses, polar coordinates, and an introduction to vectors.

MATH 1040 Statistics (AAF, M, CE) Grades 11-12 .5 creditPrerequisite: MATH 1010 with C or better or appropriate CPT scoreStudy descriptive and inferential statistical methods with an emphasis on sampling design, descriptive statistics, linear regres-sion & correlation, probability, sampling distributions, hypothesis testing, and con!dence intervals.

Pre-Calculus (Foundation/Core) (M) Grades 11-12 1.0 creditPrerequisite: Algebra 2 or College Prep completion with a C or higherPre-calculus prepares students for advanced work in mathemat-ics. Students will study advanced algebra and trigonometry.Secondary Mathematics 1 50330 (M) 9 1.0The main focus of Secondary Mathematics 1 is to formalize and extend the mathematics that students learned in the middle grades. Students will gain an understanding of linear relation-ships, in part by contrasting them with exponential relationships, and in part by applying linear models to data that exhibit a lin-ear trend. Properties and theorems involving congruent !gures will be used to deepen and extend understanding of geometric knowledge.

Secondary Mathematics IGrade 9 1.0 creditPrerequisite: Mastery of College Prep Math Core 8The main focus of Secondary Mathematics I is to formalize and extend the mathematics that students learned in the middle grades. Students will gain an understanding of linear relation-ships, in part by contrasting them with exponential relationships, and in part by applying linear models to data that exhibit a linear trend. Properties and theorems involving congruent !gures will be used to deepen and extend understanding of geometric knowledge.

Secondary Mathematics 1HGrade: 9 1.0 creditPrerequisite: Mastery of College Prep Math Core 8The main focus of Secondary Mathematics iH is to formalize and extend the mathematics that students learned in the middle grades. Students will gain an understanding of linear relation-ships, in part by contrasting them with exponential relationships, and in part by applying linear models to data that exhibit a linear trend. Properties and theorems involving congruent !gures will be used to deepen and extend understanding of geometric knowledge. Vectors and matrices, additional Pre-Calculus topics, will also be studied in the honors class so as to prepare students to take AP Calculus their 12th grade year.

Secondary Mathematics I H Advanced Grade: 9 .5 creditPre-requisite: Teacher recommendation based upon M-CBM scores and College Prep Math Performance This course is designed for the advanced math student who needs to take AP Calculus before their senior year and/or enter the IB program in their junior year. This course will cover all of Secondary I H. Students will not be placed into this class unless they meet all of the criteria. Students enrolling in Secondary Mathematics I H Advanced must also enroll in SecondaryMath-ematics II H Advanced A for second semester.

Secondary Mathematics II (M) Grade 10 1.0 creditThe main focus of Secondary II is on quadratic expressions, equations, and functions and comparing their characteristics and behavior to those of linear and exponential relationships. Extension of the set of rational numbers and real and complex numbers are introduced so that all quadratics equations can be solved. Students will explore conditional probability and count-ing methods in making and evaluating decisions. The study of similarity, Pythagorean relationships, and circles will tie back to quadratics with their quadratic algebraic representations.

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