OSSEO SENIOR HIGH
REGISTRATION
HANDBOOK
2020-2021
TABLE OF CONTENTS
OSSEO SENIOR HIGH REGISTRATION INFORMATION
317 2nd Avenue NW Registration Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Osseo, MN 55369 Registration Considerations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Graduation Requirements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
MAIN OFFICE Glossary of Terms. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
763.391.8500
ENRICHMENT PATHWAYS
WEBSITE Osseo Excel / Online. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
schools.district279.org/osh Osseo U . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Osseo Next. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6
PRINCIPAL AP: Advanced Placement. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Michael Lehan PSEO. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
ASSISTANT PRINCIPALS COLLEGE & CAREER PLANNING
Crystal Ballard College/Career Resource Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Erica Barlow Options for Life After High School. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Julius Eromosele Activity/Athletic Academic Eligibility. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Victor Johnson
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
STUDENT MANAGEMENT
SPECIALISTS AVID . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11–12
Cleveland McCoy Business, Marketing & Information Technology. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13–15
Michelle Peterson
Taneisha Smith Cooperative Education. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16–17
HIGH SCHOOL COUNSELORS English Language Arts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18–22
Katy Burns
Meg Holton Family and Consumer Science (FACS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23–25
Mark Otis
Health Science. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26–29
Michelle Schlorf
Sarah Seldon Mathematics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30–32
Jackie Trzynka
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OSSEO REGISTRATION 2020-2021
THE ONLY WAY TO PREDICT THE FUTURE
IS TO CREATE IT!
Creating your future is what this book is all about. Decisions regarding your educational program and
experiences are among the most important choices you will make. A thoughtfully designed and challenging
selection of classes throughout your high school years will open the doors of opportunity in the future.
At Osseo Senior High, our commitment is excellence which influences the way we think, what we do and
how we act. We are proud to offer a comprehensive educational program intended to meet the needs and
elevate each scholar. This registration handbook was developed to provide you with detailed information
regarding graduation requirements, course descriptions and educational options. Please share this
handbook with your parents/guardians as you collaboratively design your educational pathway. Our
professional staff of counselors, teachers and administrators are all available to assist you in this process.
Based on the courses that our scholars select, we will select and assign teaching staff, create our master
schedule and order all necessary books and instructional supplies for the coming year. It is for these reasons
that we ask you to choose your courses wisely because course selection changes will not be permitted.
Whatever you want to accomplish in high school, we want to come alongside you on your journey. Set your
goals high, believe in your inner greatness and collaboratively we will work to lay a solid foundation toward
your very best vision of yourself. EXCELLENCE STARTS NOW!
OSSEO SENIOR HIGH BELIEVES DIVERSITY ENRICHES OUR COLLECTIVE. WE EMPOWER EACH SCHOLAR TO ACHIEVE PERSONAL,
ACADEMIC, AND CIVIC EXCELLENCE–INSPIRING INDIVIDUALS TO AUDACIOUSLY AND DELIBERATELY TRANSFORM OUR RESPECTIVE
COMMUNITIES.
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REGISTRATION INFORMATION
REGISTRATION INSTRUCTIONS: REGISTRATION CONSIDERATIONS
FOLLOW THESE STEPS
S tudents are advised to carry 6 credits per trimester.
STEP 1 R epeating a class to improve a grade or remove a failure is
Review graduation requirements (see page 3.) usually permitted. It is the student’s responsibility to inform
the registrar’s office, when the repeated course is completed.
STEP 2 When 2 classes with the exact same course number appear
on the transcript, the best grade will be retained. The other
Read and understand course descriptions and class remains on the transcript and an “NC” will be given in
prerequisites (see pages 11-59.) place of the previous grade. An additional credit is not earned
when repeating a class, with the exception of some “lab”
STEP 3 or “studio” classes, for example: Competitive Sports Lab or
Painting Studio.
Decide which courses you want to take based on
your plans after high school (see pages 8-9.) Auditing classes (taking a class for no credit) is not permitted
STEP 4 under normal circumstances.
Complete your grade-specific planning sheet ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR PLANNING
provided in advisory.
TRIMESTERS: The ISD 279 school year is divided into three
STEP 5 12-week trimesters. Students and parents will have access on
StudentVue and ParentVue to two formal reports each trimester–
Consult your current teachers and your counselor one at mid trimester and another at the end of the trimester.
about course selections and recommendations. These may be downloaded and saved for your records. Final
end-of-year report cards are mailed approximately 2 weeks after
STEP 6 the end of the school year.
Discuss your plans with your parents/guardians. PASS/FAIL GRADING: This grading is an option for elective
courses if the student follows the requirements established in the
student handbook. Pass/Fail is not permitted for required courses
except by administrative decision.
WEIGHTED GRADES: ISD 279 high schools allows for the use of
weighted grades for classes such as Advanced Placement (AP)
courses. The weighted grading system adds a value of .34 to
any grade of “C" or higher earned in an identified courses. Final
transcripts will show both a weighted and unweighted GPA.
STEP 7
Carefully make your registration selections
on the Registration Course Card (please write
legibly) and select courses in StudentVue under
Course Request.
CLASS CHANGE REQUESTS: ONCE THE REGISTRATION PROCESS IS COMPLETE, CLASS CHANGE REQUESTS ARE DISCOURAGED, AND
IN MOST CASES, NOT POSSIBLE.
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TITLE TOP BLACK RULE
TO GRADUATE FROM AN ISD 279 HIGH SCHOOL, STUDENTS MUST MEET THE FOLLOWING REQUIREMENTS:
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▶ MA CECEUTMTHUELASTTEATAETGORTAADL UOAFT6IO4NCRTEESDTITINSG: 4R5ECQRUEIDRIETMS EINNSTPS,EACNIFDIED AREAS AND 19 ELECTIVE CREDIT.
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS:
CLASS OF 2020 & BEYOND
GRADE 9 GRADE 10 GRADE 11 GRADE 12
ENGLISH ENGLISH 9 (3) ENGLISH 10 (3) ENGLISH 11 (3) ENGLISH 12 (3) 12
MATH NON-LINEAR ALGEBRA* (3) GEOMETRY* (3) ALGEBRA 2* (3) 9
SCIENCE PHYSICS FIRST (3) CHEMISTRY (3) BIOLOGY (3 cr) 9
SOCIAL HUMAN GEOGRAPHY (2) U.S. HISTORY (3) WORLD HISTORY (3) ECONOMICS (1) 10
STUDIES GOV'T & CITIZENSHIP (1)
LIFE MAY BE TAKEN IN ANY GRADE LEVEL 1
FITNESS
MAY BE TAKEN IN ANY GRADE LEVEL 1
HEALTH
FINE ARTS MAY BE TAKEN IN ANY GRADE LEVEL 3
ELECTIVES MAY BE TAKEN IN ANY GRADE LEVEL 19
TOTAL CREDITS REQUIRED TO GRADUATE 64
* This is the typical pathway for math; however a student's math pathway could look slightly different. Students must take and earn 3 credits in each
of the following: Non-Linear Algebra, Geometry and Algebra 2. These courses may be taken in middle school and/or high school.
GLOSSARY OF REGISTRATION TERMS Grad Requirement: Courses that every student must pass in
order to graduate from an ISD 279 Osseo Area school.
Articulated College Credit. Articulated college credit is available
to students who successfully complete certain courses. See page 5 Grade Level: Indicates which grades may register for a course.
for more information.
Lab Courses: Courses may be repeated for credit with additional
Concurrent Enrollment: Concurrent enrollment courses are expectations.
college courses offered at high school and taught by high school
teachers. These courses provide students an opportunity to earn Online Courses: These courses are offered 100% online. Students
college AND high school credit simultaneously. See page 5 for will work independently and have designated check-ins with an
more information. Osseo Excel Online Coordinator.
Course Number: Number to use on registration course card. Prerequisite: A course or requirement that students must fulfill
before registering for a higher level class.
Elective Courses: Courses students can choose to take to fulfill
the elective requirements for graduation. Studio Courses: Courses taken when a student reaches a high
proficiency level, such as in Art. They may be repeated for credit.
Fine Arts Eligible Course: Students are required to complete
three Fine Arts courses to graduate. Eligible course are indicated Weighted Grades. Courses with more rigorous curriculum, such
within the course information and in the index at the back of the as AP classes, are weighted by adding .34 to the course grade of
handbook. "C" or higher. See page 6 for more information.
Flex Courses: Courses that blend both online and classroom Zero Hour Courses: Courses provide students with enrichment
instruction. and/or credit recovery opportunities.
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VARIED COURSE OFFERINGS:
EXPLORE YOUR OPTIONS
Osseo Senior High offers a wide range of courses in both content and context. OSH educators believe we must equip our scholars
with the skills, knowledge and resources to engage in a meaningful future. In response, Osseo Senior High offers our scholars the
opportunity to earn college credit, study online and complete career & technical programs before graduating from high school. By
creating these strategic opportunities, our scholars can pursue individual interests, save time and money in the future, and step
confidently into tomorrow.
HP Vision 2020 was born from the moral obligation that Osseo Senior
HIGH PERFORMANCE High educators carry as it relates to the World’s Best Workforce
legislation. OSH educators believe that simply graduating scholars
is not enough. OSH must equip them with the skills, knowledge
AP and resources to engage in a meaningful future. In response, Osseo
Senior High offers our scholars the opportunity to earn college
ADVANCED PLACEMENT credit, study online and complete career & technical programs
before graduating from high school. By creating these strategic
opportunities, our scholars can pursue individual interests, save
time and money in the future, and step confidently into tomorrow.
OSSEO EXCEL
PSEO
ONLINE ACADEMY
POST-SECONDARY
ENROLLMENT OPTIONS Customize your learning experience (in path, place and pace) via
our unique online academy. Facilitated by Osseo Senior High staff,
OSSEO EXCEL these 100% online classes expand education beyond the traditional
ONLINE ACADEMY classroom model to maximize student voice and curiosity. Each
class requires a self-directed academic investment equal to
OSSEO U traditional classroom time as well as regular check-ins with the
CONCURRENT scholar's Learning Coach to show academic progress and assess
ENROLLMENT (CEP) their Course Completion Plan (CCP). Look for the Osseo Excel
icon throughout the handbook to identify our online courses.
OSSEO NEXT
CAREER PREP Students have the option to enroll in up to 3 online courses as part
of their regular 6-period school day or as a 7th credit outside the
school day.
Students who choose an online course should consider the following:
> S tudents need to ensure that courses fit into their graduation
plan by talking to a School Counselor.
> S tudents need to be motivated to succeed and have the ability
to work independently.
OSSEO SENIOR HIGH BELIEVES DIVERSITY ENRICHES OUR COLLECTIVE. WE EMPOWER EACH SCHOLAR TO ACHIEVE PERSONAL,
ACADEMIC, AND CIVIC EXCELLENCE–INSPIRING INDIVIDUALS TO AUDACIOUSLY AND DELIBERATELY TRANSFORM OUR RESPECTIVE
COMMUNITIES.
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OSSEO U OSSEO NEXT
CONCURRENT ENROLLMENT CAREER PREP
Get a head start on college credits by successfully completing Engage in hands-on, experiential learning while building the
college courses taught at Osseo Senior High. Concurrent knowledge and skills necessary to pursue a specific career path
enrollment courses are taught by credentialed OSH educators. after graduation. Scholars can earn professional certifications,
Grades earned become a permanent part of a student’s college industry academic certifications, work placement internships, and
transcript and the credits can be transferred to any Minnesota college credits. Osseo Next offers pathways that prepare scholars
State University as well as many other colleges and universities. for future careers in Health Science, Culinary Arts, Automotive
Technology, Engineering, Construction & Trades, and Business &
At Osseo, we promote a college-going culture minimizing Marketing. To identify these courses and pathways, look for the
barriers for students to achieve their dreams. Therefore, Osseo Osseo Next icon throughout the handbook.
Senior High has partnered with North Hennepin Community
College and Anoka Ramsey Community College to bring college ARTICULATION AGREEMENTS
accredited courses to our scholars. Concurrent enrollment courses
are college courses offered at the high school and taught by high Offered for courses in the following departments: Business &
school teachers. These courses provide students an opportunity Marketing, Family and Consumer Science, Health Science, and
to simultaneously earn college AND high school credit toward Technology Education. See course descriptions.
graduation. To identify concurrent enrollment courses, look for
the Osseo U icon throughout the handbook. Articulation is a process for coordinating the linking of two
or more educational systems in MN to help learners make a
ELIGIBILITY smooth transition from one level of education to another without
experiencing delays, duplication of courses or loss of credit. The
Acceptance into this program is consistent with standards of goal is to produce advanced standing credit or credits; for college
acceptance determined by North Hennepin Community College level coursework completed in high school; (credit transfer)
Concurrent Enrollment Program (CEP) measures. Students will evidenced by meeting competency requirements as determined
work with their grade level counselor and Michelle Mazanec in by the enrolling college or university. The courses intended for
the College/Career Resource Center to ensure course offerings articulation as advanced standing must be equivalent to college or
align with present and future academic goals. university courses numbered above 100 and that count toward the
credit requirements of a certificate, diploma, associate degree, or
OPTIONS baccalaureate degree. Developmental courses are not eligible for
advanced standing credit.
Concurrent Enrollment (also known as Dual Enrollment,
College In The Schools, Early College) > T he articulated courses are identified at the end of a course
> C ollege class taught in the high school description in this registration catalog and are matched with
college courses for purposes of allowing students to apply
> E arned grade/credit is placed on college partner transcript high school credits toward college credits.
(student is starting a college transcript) > T he student must enroll at one of the participating colleges
> E arned grade/credit is placed on high school transcript after high school graduation to receive the credit on the
college transcript for the courses.
> F ree of charge to students
> C ertificates are traditionally accepted at a participating
> Shows that student is taking challenging/rigorous coursework
college up to three years past a student’s high school
graduation. REGISTRATION
> D istrict 279 students take the identified high school courses
at their respective 279 high schools, not on a college campus.
> D istrict 279 offers the named high school elective course that
has an 80% match or better with curriculum of the identified
college courses; therefore making the credit agreement.
> T ypically students receiving a grade “B” or better in the high
school course (Keyboarding requires an “A”) will receive a
certificate showing successful completion of the high school
course.
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REGISTRATION > T he student certificate also identifies each postsecondary AP
school that will accept the certificate and apply it toward ADVANCED PLACEMENT
elective credit on the college transcript; once the student is
enrolled at the college after high school graduation. The Advanced Placement (AP) Program is an opportunity for
high school students to pursue chosen areas of interest and receive
> T he student is responsible for presenting the certificate to credit for college-level course work while in high school.Earned
grade/credit is available at some colleges with a passing score on
College Admissions. the exam in May. Authorized AP courses carry a weighted grade
and are identified as such on students’ transcripts. The weighted
> C ourse names, content and competencies represented in grading system adds a value of .34 to any grade of “C" or higher
earned in an identified courses.
the articulation agreements are reviewed by secondary and
postsecondary partners on an annual or biannual basis; or on AP courses require students to read large amounts of text outside
a rotation basis for regional agreements. of class, analyze and interpret complex material and write
extensively. Curriculum modifications include: accelerated pacing,
> T alk with department staff, Counselor or CRC staff if you in-depth study of topics, interdisciplinary units, and development
of critical and creative thinking skills. On average, AP courses
have questions. require students to complete approximately one to two hours of
homework per day to be successful. The course is free of charge
For additional articulation information and to print out to students; however, AP exams cost approximately $60 each (fee
completion certificates, go to ctecreditmn.com. waivers are available.)
AP + PLTW ACHIEVEMENT PSEO
The college Board and Project Lead The Way provide students POST-SECONDARY ENROLLMENT OPTIONS
with an opportunity to earn recognition for AP and PLTW
coursework. To earn this student achievement, students must Postsecondary Enrollment Options (PSEO) is a program that
allows 10th, 11th and 12th grade students to earn both high school
> C omplete three courses in a pathway: one AP course, one and college credit while still in high school, through enrollment
in and successful completion of college-level, nonsectarian
PLTW course and a third course, either AP or PLTW courses at eligible participating postsecondary institutions. Most
PSEO courses are offered on the campus of the postsecondary
> E arn a qualifying score of 3 or higher on the AP Exam(s); and institution; some courses are offered online.
> S core of Proficient or higher on the PLTW End-of-Course
Each participating college or university sets its own requirements
(EoC) Assessment(s). for enrollment into the PSEO courses. Juniors and seniors may
take PSEO courses on a full- or part-time basis; sophomores may
To start the AP + PLTW student achievement application take one career/technical PSEO course. If they earn at least a
process, students will complete three easy steps at apandpltw.org. grade C in that class, they may take additional PSEO courses.
C reate and/or login to the College Board account. There is no charge to PSEO students for tuition, books or fees for
V erify an email address. items that are required to participate in a course. Students must
C reate and/or provide personal information and details meet the PSEO residency and eligibility requirements and abide
by participation limits specified in Minnesota Statutes, section
regarding PLTW coursework. 124D.09. Funds are available to help pay transportation expenses
for qualifying students to participate in PSEO courses on college
Applications received by June 30 will be considered for awards campuses. Schools must provide information to all students in
issued the following fall. grades 8-11 and their families by March 1, every year. Students
HIGH SCHOOL LEARNING PATHWAYS must notify their school by May 30 if they want to participate
The goal of amplifying each of these learning pathways is to in PSEO for the following school year. For current information
celebrate the multiple modalities in which Osseo Senior High about the PSEO program, visit the Minnesota Department of
prepares scholars for life beyond our doors. Scholars who explore Education’s Postsecondary Enrollment Options (PSEO) webpage.
these experiences seek to develop employable skills–many of which
are grounded in a work-based learning model. Our pathways STUDENTS WISHING TO EARN CREDITS OUTSIDE OF
celebrate a strength-based model for learning because our scholars
can demonstrate and strengthen their transferable career goals. AN OSSEO DISTRICT HIGH SCHOOL MUST HAVE PRIOR
Transition planning must start now! Your strengths, preferences
and interests are a great starting point to determine your future. APPROVAL. See your School Counselor.
CERTIFICATIONS
These pathways offers students the opportunity to earn College,
Professional and/or Industry Aligned Academic Certifications.
Certifications are used to obtain industry employment. They also
demonstrate to industry partners which competencies students have
obtained and are ready to be utilized in the college and career setting.
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ACCELERATED COURSE CONSIDERATIONS/COMPARISONS
Use the information below to determine if High Performance (HP), Advanced Placement (AP) or Concurrent Enrollment Program (CEP)
classes are right for you.
EXPLANATION ADVANTAGES CONSIDERATIONS
▶ Accelerated curriculum
▶ R igorous ▶ M ore challenge than regular-level ▶ No college credit
▶ A vailable to all grade levels course ▶ Expect more homework in most
▶ D evelop higher level thinking skills classes
▶ P repares students for college-level ▶ T his level of coursework is expected
curriculum from highly selective colleges
▶ C ollege-level curriculum ▶ M ay receive college credit ▶ M ust take AP exam to receive college
▶ R ecognized nationally ▶ D evelop higher level thinking skills credit
▶ R igorous ▶ A dditional honor points earned with
▶ A vailable to all grade level ▶ Students must have above average
▶ W eighted grades apply (see page 3) a "C" or above, for weighted GPA ability in reading, writing and/or math
▶ Expect considerable homework in
classes
▶ This level of coursework is expected
from highly selective colleges
CEP ▶ C ollege curriculum taught in the high ▶ May receive college credit ▶ S tudents should have above average
school ▶ Develop higher level thinking skills ability in reading, writing and/or math
▶ Transcripted credit at the college
▶ R igorous ▶ E xpect homework daily in classes
▶ A vailable to all grade levels ▶ L ow or failing grades will be on your
college transcript
HP=High Performance, AP=Advanced Placement, CEP=Concurrent Enrollment Program
NORTHERN STAR ONLINE REGISTRATION
Online learning opportunities are available to all Osseo Area School
students through the District’s collaboration with Northern Star
Online (NSO). Courses offered by Osseo teachers are included in
this Registration Catalog. A complete list of all courses is listed on
the Northern Star Online website: northernstaronline.org.
Registration Procedures for Northern Star Online Courses:
Osseo Area Schools require 30 days prior notice before students
can begin Online learning.
M ake an appointment to see your counselor to discuss the
course(s) you are interested in taking online and how they fit
into your graduation plan.
G o online at northernstaronline.org
• Create an account in NSO’s GENIUS registration system
• Submit course request(s) in GENIUS
• Parent/Guardian must log in to approve course(s)
Y our School Counselor will receive an email notification of
course request(s) and will need to approve course(s). NSO
will notify you when you are ready to begin online course(s).
Only when students have followed these three steps will they
be completely registered for NSO class(es).
Note: If students are taking more than a full load (6 courses per
trimester), it is their responsibility to pay tuition for courses above
the full load. Tuition costs are located on NSO’s website.
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COLLEGE & CAREER PLANNING
CRC:
COLLEGE/CAREER RESOURCE CENTER
The College/Career Resource Center (CRC) is committed to inspiring and preparing all students with the confidence, courage and
competence to achieve their dreams, contribute to community and engage in a lifetime of learning. We provide college and career
information to students through individual, small and large group meetings and in our advisement program. If you have questions
about planning for life after high school, please contact the CRC for assistance.
THE CRC PROVIDES HELP WITH: OPTIONS FOR LIFE AFTER HIGH SCHOOL
Research and Guidance There are many pathways available for students to learn and train
for a career after high school.
▶ Large group information presentations
▶ Individual appointments Apprenticeships system of training for a profession with on-the-
▶ College representative visits job training along with some classroom learning. Apprenticeships
▶ College & Career speaker visits generally enable workers to gain a license in that field. Examples
▶ Upcoming ACT & SAT test dates of apprenticeship opportunities include Buhler Apprenticeship
▶ Military representative visits Academy, Minneapolis Electrical Joint Apprenticeship and
▶ O fficial transcripts and verification data for Training Committee.
college applications/scholarships/Military enlistment Specialized Training Schools offer short-term training programs
for careers that require training, but not necessarily a degree or
Financial Aid credential. Examples of schools in this category include Aveda
Institute, Culinary Institute of America, Universal Technical
▶ Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) Institute.
▶ Scholarship opportunities
▶ Student loan information Technical Colleges combine career-specific training with general
academic coursework. Students can earn Certificates, Diplomas
NCAA Eligibility Center (for college athletics) and Associate Degrees at a technical college. Examples of schools
in this category include Hennepin Technical College, Dunwoody
▶ Core course audit College of Technology.
▶ Division 1 & Division 2 eligibility
Community Colleges, sometimes called junior colleges, are
Testing 2-year schools that provide learning and training as a pathway
to a four-year degree programs. Students at community colleges
▶ ACT/SAT can earn Associates Degrees as well as Certificates and Diplomas.
▶ PSAT Some four-year colleges have degree program options on
▶ National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (NMSQT) community college campuses. Examples of schools in this category
▶ Advanced Placement include North Hennepin Community College, Anoka Ramsey
▶ International Baccalaureate (PCSH only) Community College, St. Paul College, Minneapolis College.
▶ College Level Exam Program (CLEP)
▶ Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) Universities are institutions of higher learning that award
Associate, Bachelor’s, Master’s and Doctorate degrees. Examples
Special Activities of schools in this category include University of Minnesota-Twin
Cities, Hamline University, Carleton College, Minnesota State
▶ Medtronic Summer Internship University-Mankato.
▶ General Mills Discover IT Program
▶ Mission: Admission for first generation college students Military options include Air Force, Army, Marines, Navy,
▶ ACT preparatory courses Minnesota National Guard, US Coast Guard
▶ Upward Bound
• Reserve Officer Training Corps
Employment Opportunities • Federal Academies
• Officer Candidate School
• Enlistment
MANY PATHWAYS EXIST FOR STUDENTS TO PREPARE FOR A CAREER AFTER HIGH SCHOOL. HERE ARE THE PATHWAYS 2019
GRADUATES CHOSE TO FOLLOW:
▶ ▶ ▶ ▶ 47% ATTENDED 2-YEAR COLLEGE 35% ATTENDED 4-YEAR COLLEGE 4% ENTERED MILITARY 14% ENTERED WORKFORCE
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ACADEMIC ELIGIBILITY FOR ATHLETICS & ACTIVITIES
COLLEGIATE HIGH SCHOOL
NCAA COLLEGE ATHLETICS EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES & ATHLETICS
To Be Certified by the NCAA Eligibility Center Activities in ISD 279 offer students opportunities for participation
and involvement in the school beyond the classroom. However,
Students must: it is important that students remember their first responsibility
is to be successful scholarly. Academic achievement is not to be
Graduate from high school. sacrificed for participation in activity programs.
Students should apply for certification before graduation ISD 279 – Osseo Area Schools is a member of the Minnesota
to participate in athletics as a freshman at the college to State High School League (MSHSL) and Northwest Suburban
which they will be admitted. The NCAA Eligibility Center Conference, and follows and enforces all of their rules and
will issue a preliminary certification report when all regulations.
materials have been submitted. After graduation, the NCAA
Eligibility Center will review final transcript to make a final To Participate in High School Activities
certification decision according to NCAA standards.
Students must be:
Earn a grade-point average of at least 2.3 (for Division I)
R egistered as a full-time student;
and 2.2 (for Division II) on a 4.00 scale in a core curriculum E nrolled in at least five credit-producing classes each
of at least 16 courses which were successfully completed
during grades 9 through 12. The chart included here shows trimester;
core courses students must include at a minimum.
M aking progress toward accumulation of the 64 credits
Earn a minimum SAT/ACT sum score.
required for graduation according to the chart below:
CORE UNITS REQUIRED FOR REQUIRED CREDITS TO PARTICIPATE IN
NCAA CERTIFICATION HIGH SCHOOL ACTIVITIES/ATHLETICS
DIVISION I DIVISION II GRADE FALL WINTER SPRING
ENGLISH 4 years 3 years 90 4 8
MATH 3 years 2 years 10 13 18 23
SCIENCE 2 years 2 years 11 28 34 40
SOCIAL STUDIES 2 years 2 years 12 46 52 58
CREDITS REQUIRED TO GRADUATE
ENGLISH, MATH 1 year 3 years 64
OR SCIENCE
ADDITIONAL CORE: 4 years 4 years The plan for determining academic eligibility for MSHSL
English, Math, Science, Social activities is as follows:
Studies, World Language
> E ligibility will be determined at the start of each school year
TOTAL UNITS REQUIRED 16 COURSES 16 COURSES
and after each marking period.
For additional information, go to eligibilitycenter.org or ncaa.org.
> A student is ineligible if the total number of credits at the
COLLEGE/CAREER
beginning of each trimester is less than the number listed in
the table at left.
> If a winter or spring sport begins before trimester 1 or
trimester 2 grades have been posted, students may appear
eligible to begin a winter or spring activity, but become
ineligible once grades/credits are posted.
> T he Activities Coordinator will follow up after grades and
credits are posted to ensure all students are eligible.
> T he Activities Coordinator will inform any student who
becomes ineligible.
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SPECIALIZED PROGRAMS
MULTILINGUAL LEARNERS (ML) STUDY HALL & STUDENT AIDES
MULTILINGUAL LEARNERS (ML) STUDENT AIDES (NO CREDIT)
Students whose home language is a language other than English, Course Number: Choose Study Hall as course selection for the
or who come from a part of the world where the variety of trimesters the student wishes to be a student assistant.
English is very different from American English, may qualify to Grade Level: 11 & 12 only
receive support from the Multilingual Learners (ML) program.
For information about the ML program, or to receive assistance Prerequisite: Written recommendation from the teacher student
in setting up an appointment for assessment, please contact the N wootueld: Abpepalsisciasttiionngs are in the main and counseling office and
District 279 Enrollment Center at 763-585-7357.
are accepted during the first two weeks of each trimester only.
SPECIAL EDUCATION
Counseling/CRC Assistant: Counseling/CRC aides are needed
SPECIAL EDUCATION to prepare and deliver passes, file materials, generate career and
college information and assist in tasks related to career days.
Special education services are provided to eligible students with Typing skills are helpful. Student must have good attendance,
disabilities. The services are based on the results of an evaluation have 5 other credited classes and be on track for graduation.
and implementation of the Individual Education Program (IEP)
plan. Students can be eligible in one of 13 disability categories Office Assistant: Placement is available for a limited number of
specified by the State of Minnesota. reliable students to aid in the office during the school year. Students
must have good attendance, have 5 other credited classes and be
The referral process for special education begins with the on track for graduation.
student’s general education teacher communicating a concern to
the parent and development of an intervention plan to help the Teacher Assistant: Each teacher may have 1 assistant for each
student be successful in the general education classroom. If this hour, not including prep hour. Student must have good attendance,
plan is successful a referral is not made to special education. If the have 5 other credited classes and be on track for graduation.
student continues to struggle then the teacher would develop a
second plan based on the data collected from the first plan to help STUDY HALL (NO CREDIT)
the student be successful in the general education classroom. If
this plan is successful a referral is not made to special education. If Course Number: 902201 / 902202 / 902203
there continues to be concerns about the student’s progress based May not be offered all hours
on the intervention data a referral to special education will be Grade Level: 11 & 12
made and an evaluation plan will be developed. Prerequisite: Must be on track for graduation
Parents and students may also discuss concerns with teachers, Description: Quiet study period. Five credited courses must be
counselors, or administrators. Parents and students may access taken with 1 study hall.
intervention plans and services by contacting their teacher,
counselor, or the special education building coordinator in their VOLUNTEERISM
building. A parent may also ask that their child be assessed. The
special education evaluation team would consider the request and Volunteer work presents an opportunity for students to
meet with the parents. prepare for the future while contributing to their school and
community. Approved volunteer hours can appear on a student’s
CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION/ transcript and be helpful when applying for college, scholarships
SPECIAL EDUCATION and employment. Volunteer hours may be earned during the
school year or over the summer, and there are many diverse
ISD 279 CBVAT Program/Work Activity Center–IEP Students opportunities available. Volunteer information, opportunities
and necessary forms may be obtained on the Osseo Senior High
The Community Based Vocational Assessment and Training (CBVAT) website under the "Volunteer Opportunities" Quick Link or in the
program is designed to provide learning opportunities for students with Main Office. See the Volunteer Coordinator for assistance.
special needs to develop work skills, attitudes and behaviors that are
necessary to succeed in today’s workplace. In this work-based learning
experience, students complete contracted work from community vendors
and learn both general employability and specific work skills. Students
are encouraged to be concurrently enrolled in a Transition to Work
Seminar class at their home high school while participating in the
CBVAT program. Students receive direct instruction from a licensed
work coordinator and are monitored closely by experienced vocational
trainers. Transportation is provided by the school district. Contact your
Case Manager for more information, referral and application process.
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AVID
PATHWAY:SUGGESTIONS CORE CLASSES GRADE 10 GRADE 11 GRADE 12
AVID
ENGLISH (3 cr) ENGLISH (3 cr) ENGLISH (3 cr)
GRADE 9 SOCIAL STUDIES (3 cr) SOCIAL STUDIES (3 cr) SOCIAL STUDIES (2 cr)
HS CHEMISTRY (3 cr) HS BIOLOGY (3 cr)
ENGLISH (3 cr) MATH (3 cr) MATH (3 cr) AVID:
SOCIAL STUDIES (2 cr) AVID: AVID:
HS PHYSICS FIRST (3 cr) ▶ A VID 12
MATH (3 cr) ▶ A VID 10 ▶ A VID 11
AVID: CROSS-CURRICULAR:
▶ A VID 9 ▶ F irst Year Experience
Concurrent Enrollment
THE AVID DEPARTMENT AT OSSEO SENIOR HIGH WILL HELP SCHOLARS DEVELOP THE ABILITY TO MAKE INFORMED DECISIONS
FOR THE PUBLIC GOOD AS A MEMBER OF A CULTURALLY DIVERSE, DEMOCRATIC SOCIETY IN AN INTERDEPENDENT WORLD.
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AVID
AVID AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination) TUTORIALS
is an in-school system for support dedicated to developing leaders
in their communities and society. AVID scholars will develop Trained college tutors lead tutorial sessions twice each week in
organizational, note-taking and self advocacy skills. AVID is a AVID classes. Tutors are excellent role models of motivated,
college preparatory program that accelerates learning for all organized and successful college students. During each tutorial
with rigorous, relevant instruction while building meaningful session, students come prepared with two questions that they
teacher-student relationships. The AVID curriculum focuses on need assistance answering. In a small group setting, the tutor's
writing, inquiry, collaboration and reading through the AVID role is to guide the students as they assist one another. Tutorials
High School curriculum in both teacher and tutored activities. help students who are enrolled in rigorous coursework keep up
and succeed in their college prep classes.
AVID is an academic elective that is scheduled during the regular
school day as a year‐long course. Students receive rigorous college QUESTIONS
preparatory curriculum provided by AVID Center, tutor‐facilitated
study groups, motivational activities and academic survival skills. If you have questions, contact Kate Egerman, AVID Coordinator,
Erica Barlow, Assistant Principal or Michael Lehan, Principal.
AVID CURRICULUM INCLUDES:
ELECTIVES
> R esearch Skills
> R esearch Papers AVID 9 A, B, C
> P ublic Speaking (including how-to, informational and Course Number: 003301 + 003302 + 003303
Grade Level: 9
persuasive speeches) Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective
Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation and interview
> C ornell Notes
> P hilosophical Chairs AVID 10 A, B, C
> S ocratic Seminars Course Number: 003401 + 003402 + 003403
> S cholarship & Financial Aid Research Grade Level: 10
> G oal Setting Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective
> M ission Statements Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation and interview
> S elf Discovery & Reflection
> C haracter Development AVID 11 A, B, C
> T ips for Success Course Number: 003501 + 003502 + 003503
> I nterpersonal Relationships Grade Level: 11
> O rganizational Skills & Projects Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective
> T ime Management Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation and interview
> M oney Management (including how to balance a checkbook
AVID 12 A, B, C
and use credit cards responsibly) Course Number: 003601 + 003602 + 003603
Grade Level: 12
> C ollege Readiness Skills Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective
> C ollege Exploration Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation and interview
> C areer Exploration
> T he Process of Getting a Job (including resumes, mock
interviews, filling out job applications and thank you letters)
> S tudy Skills
> G uidance Lessons
> S tarting Your Own Business
> C ommunity Service Projects
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BUSINESS & MARKETING ARTS
PATHWAY:
BUSINESS & MARKETING CAREERS
The Business & Marketing pathway is designed to expose students to the variety of workings in the business world. Students have the
opportunity to engage in project-based learning while mastering the skills of civil action, Microsoft applications, finance, marketing
and business functions. Students apply their skills in a practical business setting, while collaborating and cultivating professionalism.
SUGGESTIONS CORE CLASSES GRADE 9 GRADE 10 GRADE 11 GRADE 12
ENGLISH (3 cr) ENGLISH (3 cr) ENGLISH (3 cr) ENGLISH (3 cr)
SOCIAL STUDIES (2 cr)
SOCIAL STUDIES (2 cr) SOCIAL STUDIES (3 cr) SOCIAL STUDIES (3 cr)
BUSINESS:
SCIENCE (3 cr) SCIENCE (3 cr) SCIENCE (3 cr)
▶ B usiness & Personal Law
MATH (3 cr) MATH (3 cr) MATH (3 cr) ▶ A dvanced Accounting
▶ P ersonal Financial
BUSINESS: BUSINESS: BUSINESS:
Management
▶ K eyboarding & Business ▶ C omputer Applications ▶ W eb Design
▶ S ports & Entertainment
Communications with Office 1
Marketing
▶ Introduction to Business ▶ Interactive Multimedia for
▶ P rinciples of Accounting
Business ▶ E ntrepreneurship
INDUSTRY ACADEMIC CERTIFICATIONS RECOMMENDED EXTRA CURRICULAR ACTIVITY
Business Professionals of America (BPA)
Accounting • Exploring Business & Marketing
• Math of Business & Personal Finance
• Personal Financial Responsibility
VISION 20/20:
OSSEO EXCEL OSSEO NEXT
▶ P ersonal Financial Management Online ▶ Business & Personal Law
▶ Computer Applications with Office 1
OSSEO U ▶ Entrepreneurship
▶ I nteractive Multimedia for Business
▶ Personal Financial Management Concurrent Enrollment ▶ I ntroduction to Business
▶ K eyboarding & Business Communications
▶ Personal Financial Management
▶ Principles of Accounting A, B, C
▶ Sports & Entertainment Marketing
THE BUSINESS & MARKETING DEPARTMENT AT OSSEO SENIOR HIGH WILL PREPARE EACH STUDENT FOR COLLEGE AND CAREER
SO THAT EVERY STUDENT FINDS THEIR PLACE IN THE WORLD.
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BUSINESS & MARKETING
BUSINESS ELECTIVES INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS
Course Number: 104100
BUSINESS & PERSONAL LAW Grade Level: 9-12
Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective
Course Number: 104300
Grade Level: 9-12 Description: This is the class that will introduce students to all
Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective aspects of business, help them discover their passion and identify
the path to follow for future success in business. Students will
Description: This class will cover a basic introduction to law, explore the role of business in our global economy, functional
the Bill of Rights, criminal law, civil law and contract law. Class areas of business and business career opportunities.
discussions, guest speakers and cooperative groups are a large part
of this class. KEYBOARDING
COMPUTER APPLICATIONS WITH OFFICE 1 Students receiving Special Education or ML services only.
Course Number: 102300 See Business teacher.
Grade Level: 9-12
Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective KEYBOARDING & BUSINESS COMMUNICATIONS
Prerequisite: Prior knowledge of keyboarding recommended Course Number: 102200
Grade Level: 9-12
Description: In this course students will learn how to utilize Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective
Microsoft Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access. This Prerequisite: Prior knowledge of keyboarding strongly
course is for students who want to learn the intermediate to recommended
advanced tools and functions within these powerful programs
to increase efficiency in school and work. This course will Description: Earn College Credit! So you think you can type? By
teach students how to work smarter, not harder! Qualifies for completing this course, students will have the knowledge to use
Articulated College Credit (see page 5). the computer as a tool for personal, career and college computer
needs. Students will use Microsoft Office to create professional,
ENTREPRENEURSHIP personal and business letters, electronic mail, reports of different
styles, forms, outlines, tables and job application documents. This
Course Number: 104400 is a great class for college and career prep! Qualifies for Articulated
Grade Level: 9-12 College Credit (see page 5).
Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective
PERSONAL FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT
Description: This class is for students who want to be their Course Number: 103300
own boss and have great ideas for starting a business. This Grade Level: 9-12
course provides students with the opportunity to research and Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective
write a business plan (the resume for a business). In addition,
students will discuss and apply what they learn in the following Description: Don’t let your money manage you! In this course
areas: characteristics of the successful entrepreneur, demographic students will learn skills for managing finances at every stage of
research, finding a location for a business, financial requirements, life, such as budgeting, banking, smart credit usage, simple tax
determining the competition and target market, staffing a filing and saving strategies for the future. Qualifies for Articulated
business and marketing a product or services. Qualifies for College Credit (see page 5).
Articulated College Credit (see page 5).
INTERACTIVE MULTIMEDIA FOR BUSINESS
Course Number: 106200
Grade Level: 9-12
Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective, Fine Arts
Prerequisite: Prior knowledge of computers and keyboarding
strongly recommended
Description: In this course, students use the principles of design
and cutting-edge features to create a multimedia portfolio of works
such as advertisements, newsletters, brochures, business forms
and more. Students work with a variety of software programs
such as Adobe Photoshop, InDesign, Microsoft Publisher and
more. Credit fulfills MN Academic Standard for the Arts. Qualifies for
Articulated College Credit (see page 5).
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BUSINESS & MARKETING
PERSONAL FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT PRINCIPLES OF ACCOUNTING C BUSINESS
ONLINE
Course Number: 103103
Course Number: 103600 Grade Level: 9-12
Grade Level: 9-12 Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective
Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective Prerequisite: Principles of Accounting A & B
Notes: Concurrent enrollment opportunity may exist. See
classroom teacher for details in making application. Description: Students continue using Accounting A & B concepts
and principles for a corporation. A business simulation is used to
Description: See course description for Personal Financial give students practical experience using "real-world" examples.
Management. This course is offered 100% online. Students will Qualifies for Articulated College Credit (see page 5).
work independently and have designated check-ins with an Osseo
Excel Online Coordinator. Qualifies for Articulated College Credit SPORTS & ENTERTAINMENT MARKETING
(see page 5).
Course Number: 105200
PERSONAL FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT Grade Level: 9-12
CONCURRENT ENROLLMENT Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective
Course Number: 103300C Description: This course will introduce students to the basic
Grade Level: 9-12 principles of economics, marketing and merchandising through
Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective two growing and unique areas: sports and entertainment. Learn
Prerequisite: 2.0 GPA or higher as required by partner school how markets use endorsements, sponsorships and public relation
Notes: Introduction to Business recommended tools to capture the American audience.
Description: This course is designed for personal financial
planning. The topics in the course include goal setting, financial
aspects of career planning, budgeting, credit cards, debt and
money management strategies, types of savings, retirement plans,
investments and tax strategies, insurance, factors that affect the
home and car buying versus leasing, fundamentals of investments
and various investment options. In addition, the basics of estate
planning for a lifetime of creating wealth will also be covered.
PRINCIPLES OF ACCOUNTING A
Course Number: 103101
Grade Level: 9-12
Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective
Description: Accounting is an essential course for any student
majoring in business. In Principles of Accounting A experience
paperless accounting! Accounting is the language of every business.
This course is an introduction to the fundamental concepts and
principles needed to operate a service business. Students will learn
basic accounting terminology and explore career opportunities.
Qualifies for Articulated College Credit (see page 5).
PRINCIPLES OF ACCOUNTING B
Course Number: 103102
Grade Level: 9-12
Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective
Prerequisite: Principles of Accounting A
Description: This course extends accounting principles to a
merchandising business set up as a corporation. Qualifies for
Articulated College Credit (see page 5).
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COOPERATIVE EDUCATION
VISION 20/20: EXPLORING THE TEACHING PROFESSION 1
OSSEO U Course Number: 004301
Grade Level: 9-12
▶ E xploring the Teaching Profession 1 Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective
▶ F irst Year Experience Concurrent Enrollment
Description: Students explore and respond to the question, “Why
ELECTIVES teach?” In doing so, they examine their own interests in teaching
while taking a close look at the multiple factors (social, historical
COLLEGE & CAREER READINESS and political) that shape schools today. Students will volunteer
Course Number: 112101 / 112102 / 112103 in area schools in a service-learning capacity, attend class, make
Grade Level: 9-12 presentations, write reflective papers and blog posts in response
Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective to assignments, participate in discussions and engage in small
Note: May be taken for more than one trimester, with objectives group learning activities. Service-learning experiences are central
updated in Learning Plan/Training Agreement to learning, and along with course readings, provide the basis for
discussion and reflection.
Description: This course is designed for the student who wants
to be inspired about preparing for the future beyond high FIRST YEAR EXPERIENCE
school! Students will learn information about the technical skills CONCURRENT ENROLLMENT
and academic knowledge needed to prepare for a successful
transition to post-secondary education and future employment. Course Number: 112700
The course will cover topics including twenty-first century Grade Level: 10-12
employability skills, legal and safety issues, ethics, career planning Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective
strategies, financial literacy, communication and interpersonal
skills, personal goal setting, decision-making through problem Description: This course provides both first-time and returning
solving and critical thinking, as well as examination of post- students with academic and social interactions in order to make
secondary academic and training options related to personal a successful transition to college. Through lecture, discussions,
interests. Students will participate in cooperative, project-based group activities, active learning exercises and guest speakers,
and contextual learning experiences; combined with mentorship students are introduced to a variety of topics critical to academic
and guidance from community speakers and participating in success. The course empowers students to be actively engaged in
community experiences where students will observe today's real- their learning by understanding the culture of college and creating
world requirements. Students who participate in and successfully a learning plan that incorporates the use of study skills that will
complete this course, each trimester for a full year will achieve foster success in all their course work.
the confidence, courage and competence needed to plan for their
future and earn a "College and Workplace Readiness" certificate
which can be used to build/boost a resume and a portfolio.
THE COOPERATIVE EDUCATION DEPARTMENT, A CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION PROGRAM AT OSSEO SENIOR HIGH WILL
ENRICH EACH STUDENT AND THE OSH COMMUNITY THROUGH PRACTICAL EXPERIENCES, PROFESSIONALISM AND COLLABORATION.
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COOPERATIVE EDUCATION COOPERATIVE ED
OFF TO COLLEGE
Course Number: 113300
Grade Level: 9-12
Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective
Description: This course is designed to prepare juniors and
seniors for post-secondary education focusing on researching
post-secondary options based on career goals, how to pay for
college/financial aid options and the college admissions process
including essay and personal statement. Students will explore
college life, strategies for success in college, scheduling and
planning.
VOLUNTEER SERVICE
Course Number: 113101 / 113102 / 113103
Specify trimester by course number
Grade Level: 9-12
Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective
Prerequisite: Must provide own transportation to volunteer sites
Notes: May be taken for more than one trimester, or repeated for
an enrichment project
Description: Volunteer Service gives students an opportunity to
contribute to community through helping others. Service-related
activities may take place in both school and community volunteer
settings (such as elementary tutoring, day care centers, food
shelves, environmental projects, political campaigns, medical/
health care facilities). A volunteer experience will consist of a
minimum of 40 hours and will be arranged by the student with
instructor assistance and approval. Students will meet in class
one day per week as a cooperative learning experience to share
information about the individual volunteer experiences, log
service hours and journal. The topics of classroom discussion will
be related to community service: role of citizen in community,
commitment to leadership, human dignity, cultural diversity and
prejudice/discrimination. An enrichment phase and alternative
project will be arranged for students who take this class more
than once. Through service, students will also gain valuable
information about themselves that will be useful to them in the
career development process.
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ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS
PATHWAY:
ENGLISH REQUIREMENTS
COURSE OPTIONS GRADE 9 GRADE 10 GRADE 11 GRADE 12
ENGLISH 9 ENGLISH 10 ENGLISH 11 ENGLISH 12
▶ E nglish 9 (3) ▶ English 10 (3) ▶ English 11 (3) ▶ English 12 (3)
▶ H P English 9 (3) ▶ HP English 10 (3) ▶ E nglish 11 Online (3) ▶ English 12 Online (3)
▶ A P English 11 (3) ▶ AP English 12 (3)
12 3 CREDITS 3 CREDITS ▶ English 11 Concurrent
3 CREDITS
Enrollment (3)
3 CREDITS
ENGLISH CREDITS REQUIRED TO GRADUATE
VISION 20/20:
OSSEO EXCEL
▶ Creative Writing Online
▶ English 11 Online
▶ E nglish 12 Online
▶ Mythology Online
OSSEO U
▶ English 11 Concurrent Enrollment
OUR ENGLISH DEPARTMENT AT OSSEO SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL WILL PREPARE AND SUPPORT STUDENTS TO READ TEXTS CRITICALLY,
COMMUNICATE EFFECTIVELY AND CONFIDENTLY, AND UNDERSTAND MULTIPLE PERSPECTIVES SO THEY WILL BECOME LIFELONG
CRITICAL THINKERS AND LEARNERS.
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ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS
REQUIRED COURSES HP ENGLISH 10 A, B, C ENGLISH
+ MUST REGISTER FOR ALL COURSE NUMBERS INDICATED Course Number: 033041 + 033042 + 033043
Grade Level: 10
ENGLISH 9 Fulfills Grad Requirement For: English 10
Note: This course prepares students to take AP English 11 & 12
ENGLISH 9 A, B, C but is not a prerequisite for either course.
Course Number: 032501 + 032502 + 032503 Description: HP English 10 is a challenging and exacting course
enjoyable for those students who are prepared to read widely,
Grade Level: 9 analyze in-depth and write with enthusiasm and accuracy. Self-
Fulfills Grad Requirement For: English 9 discipline is necessary to succeed as work must be completed
primarily out of class. The curriculum enhances the regular
Description: English 9 focuses on developing and strengthening English 10 curriculum emphasizing analysis of short story, novel,
skills in writing, reading, collaborative discussion, listening and poetry, film and various kinds of composition.
critical thinking. The writing process will be used to complete
multi-paragraph expository essays and creative compositions. ENGLISH 11
A variety of reference materials and media skills will be used
to conduct research and present findings in various formats. ENGLISH 11 A, B, C
Students will continue to practice language skills in vocabulary
and grammar. The study of literature will include diverse and Course Number: 033401 + 033402 + 033403
multicultural short stories, novels, drama, poetry and nonfiction. Grade Level: 11
Attention is also given to effective reading strategies and Fulfills Grad Requirement For: English 11
independent reading.
Description: English 11 includes the study of literature,
HP ENGLISH 9 A, B, C composition and speaking/listening. The literature is drawn
from novels, plays, poems, short stories and essays by classical,
Course Number: 032641 + 032642 + 032643 contemporary and multicultural writers. Students write in a
Grade Level: 9 variety of formats and experience varied speaking and listening
Fulfills Grad Requirement For: English 9 activities. Students will write for a variety of audiences and
Note: This course includes extensive reading and writing. produce persuasive, narrative and analytical papers, using a
Summer reading may be assigned and must be completed by the process approach to writing. Students will think, listen and
first day of school. A strong work ethic is recommended. respond in class discussion and cooperative learning situations.
They will also edit their own writing using skills reinforced in
Description: HP English 9 is an in-depth study of the skills language study. And finally, they will respond intellectually and
and practices covered in English 9. Students read complex and emotionally to literature.
advanced contemporary and classic texts, including novels,
short stories, poetry, drama and nonfiction that reflect diversity ENGLISH 11 ONLINE A, B, C
in race, gender, age, economics and geography. Students will
write for a variety of purposes and will compose persuasive Course Number: 033401L + 033402L + 033403L
or argumentative, narrative and/or critical analysis papers. Grade Level: 11
Students will continue to learn research and inquiry skills which Fulfills Grad Requirement For: English 11
will culminate in a research paper. Grammar and usage review
are both explicit and authentic, focusing on application of Description: See course description for English 11. This course is
conventions in student writing. Students will also develop and offered 100% online. Students will work independently and have
practice effective speaking skills in individual presentations and designated check-ins with an Osseo Excel Online Coordinator.
collaborative discussions.
ENGLISH 10
ENGLISH 10 A, B, C
Course Number: 032901 + 032902 + 032903
Grade Level: 10
Fulfills Grad Requirement For: English 10
Description: English 10 focuses on the study of literature,
composition and language skills. Literature study includes novels,
poetry, short fiction and non-fiction. Many types of writing are
practiced in a variety of composition assignments with emphasis
on expository writing. The writing process, including prewriting,
revising and editing, is studied and required. Mechanical skills, such
as punctuation, agreement and spelling are stressed and reviewed.
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ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS
ENGLISH AP ENGLISH 11 A, B, C AP ENGLISH 12 A, B, C
Course Number: 033871 + 033872 + 033873
Grade Level: 11 Course Number: 034371 + 034372 + 034373
Fulfills Grad Requirement For: English 11 Grade Level: 12
Note: This is a course designed for academically talented and Fulfills Grad Requirement For: English 12
gifted students in English and/or college-bound students. Note: This course includes extensive reading and writing.
Summer reading will be assigned and must be completed by the
Description: Students focus on literature, including fiction, first day of school. A strong work ethic is recommended.
nonfiction, poetry and drama, and will improve their writing and
discussion skills. Students should be prepared to advance their Description: This is a course designed for academically talented
reading, writing and thinking skills. Students must be responsible and gifted students in English and/or college-bound students.
and should be willing to do significant reading and lengthy This course accelerates and augments the English 12 curriculum
writing projects on their own time. This course develops the skills by asking students to make an in-depth study of required materials
necessary to take the Advanced Placement Test in Language and through application, analysis, synthesis and evaluation. Students
Composition. Students who do well on this exam may receive will be expected to work independently and cooperatively on
college credit or placement. Weighted grades apply (see AP section on assignments outside of class and to produce quality projects.
page 2). AP English 12 is a college preparation class structured to teach
students how to analyze and discuss literature, find subtext and
ENGLISH 11 CONCURRENT ENROLLMENT classical allusions and write formal literary analyses. Weighted
Course Number: 033401C + 033402C + 033403C grades apply (see AP section on page 2).
Grade Level: 11
Fulfills Grad Requirement For: English 11 ELECTIVES
Description: This course provides extended practice in critical AFRICAN AMERICAN LITERATURE
reading, writing, and thinking. Course content includes the
writing process, essential composition skills, and critical reasoning Course Number: 035700
in various rhetorical situations. The course requires effectively Grade Level: 9-12
reasoned and supported essays including an argumentative Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective
research paper. By the end of the year, scholars will have mastered
basic college writing and critical reading skills. Description: The African American experience in America has
been a trial of the human spirit. Brought here in chains as slaves,
ENGLISH 12 forced to work for generations in the fields of the South, subject
to the racism and oppression of an openly racist society, ignored
ENGLISH 12 A, B, C for decades in their freedom, segregated from opportunity for
Course Number: 034101 + 034102 + 034103 most of this century, African Americans have endured, adapted
Grade Level: 12 and experienced the gamut of human emotion and travail. We
Fulfills Grad Requirement For: English 12 will trace this experience through the stories, thoughts and letters
of their greatest writers.
Description: The goal of the senior English program is to help
students learn to think critically and independently. Students are ART OF FILM
expected to be able to read literature, not just to comprehend the
plot but also to interpret and analyze the ideas presented in the Course Number: 036900
literature. They are also expected to develop their own ideas and Grade Level: 9-12
opinions in response to literature. The selections draw from classical, Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective, Fine Arts
contemporary and multicultural literature. Students examine various
themes and apply them to their own lives and to today's society. Description: The power of communication climbs to a new
Students are expected to continue improving their discussion, research plateau with the wide-spread distribution of digital film
and writing skills. Writing assignments may include persuasive essays, technology. Written, spoken and visual communication skills–
research papers, essay tests, personal responses to topics presented in once reserved only for the motion-picture elite–are now available
class, autobiographical stories and creative writing. to students, too. This course invites students to write, shoot and
edit their own digital films within a disciplined artistic setting.
ENGLISH 12 ONLINE A, B, C Art-of-Film students hone their talents within five areas: writing
Course Number: 034101L + 034102L + 034103L for film, preproduction, production, post-production and
Grade Level: 12 coordination via project management. (Of course, all films must
Fulfills Grad Requirement For: English 12 be school-appropriate.)
Description: See course description for English 12. This course is
offered 100% online. Students will work independently and have
designated check-ins with an Osseo Excel Online Coordinator.
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ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS
CREATIVE WRITING DRAMA A ENGLISH
Course Number: 037200 Course Number: 036001
Grade Level: 9-12 Grade Level: 9-12
Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective
Description: This class is an excellent opportunity for students to Description: Drama A begins with exercises to improve
express themselves in writing poetry or prose. Various creative concentration, observation and imagination. Students will learn
thinking activities are designed to help students develop ideas basic stage terminology as well as perform pantomimes and
which will be the basis for the writing activities. Students will use improvisations focusing on physical and vocal control. In addition
the writing process from prewriting through revision to create to independent work, students will work collaboratively to create
polished writing for a public audience. A workshop setting gives group pantomimes and dialogue skits. Finally, students will study
students the freedom to work together on some activities and and perform scenes from established plays. The focus of the
share ideas. All activities are geared toward improving written class is performance and the overriding goal is to make students
expression and the enjoyment of writing and sharing one's comfortable with their own creativity and their ability to perform
creations. in front of a group.
CREATIVE WRITING ONLINE DRAMA B
Course Number: 037200L Course Number: 036002
Grade Level: 9-12 Grade Level: 9-12
Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective
Prerequisite: Drama A or permission of instructor
Description: See course description for Creative Writing. This
course is offered 100% online. Students will work independently Description: The acting emphasis will carry over from Drama A.
and have designated check-ins with an Osseo Excel Online Besides acting, Drama B will get into other aspects of the theater.
Coordinator. Students will work with scene design, costuming and directing.
Students will study the history of theater, reading plays and
DIGITAL JOURNALISM A, B, C performing scenes from different times in history.
Course Number: 035001 / 035002 / 035003 DRAMA C
Grade Level: 9-12
Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective Course Number: 036003
Grade Level: 9-12
Description: We are in a new era of journalism. Between social Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective
media, television, internet sites, and the dying of the print Prerequisite: Drama A & B or permission of instructor
medium, journalism has changed, and this class seeks to be part
of the change to meet the needs of the 21st century. Scholars will Description: Students will select one play they would like to
learn to recognize credible news, gather reliable information, and direct and make a prompt book complete with blocking, set
write about subjects of interest to scholars and the community. design, costume design, lighting plot, program and poster.
The class will focus on the fundamentals of free speech and press, Students will direct a portion of their play. Another aspect of the
looking at how the digital age has affected what those mean and class will be preparing students to audition for shows outside
the ethics behind journalism in the 21st century. Scholars will of high school. Students will read and discuss how to prepare a
choose to explore how digital journalism works on social media, comic and dramatic audition monologue, as well as develop their
in online-only publications, or through traditional media outlets. scene work.
MYTHOLOGY
Course Number: 036300
Grade Level: 9-12
Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective
Description: This course studies the mythologies of Greece,
Rome, the Norse countries and others. The subject matter
includes the study of the gods, their place in the ancient world and
the stories told about them. Students who take this course will be
better able to understand the many allusions to mythology which
they encounter in literature and the modern world.
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ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS
ENGLISH MYTHOLOGY ONLINE THE GRAPHIC NOVEL
Course Number: 036300L Course Number: 037400
Grade Level: 9-12 Grade Level: 9-12
Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective
Description: See course description for Mythology. This course is Description: Graphic Novel is a course designed for both long
offered 100% online. Students will work independently and have time readers of graphic novels/comics and those who are new to
designated check-ins with an Osseo Excel Online Coordinator. the medium. Students in the class will learn about the elements
of comic style and read a variety of shorter and longer graphic
RACE & CULTURE IN LITERATURE texts in many different genres. Students will study the history of
the medium, analyze the assigned texts, create a graphic story and
Course Number: 037600 enjoy the marvelous blend of pictures and text.
Grade Level: 9-12
Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective THE NOVEL
Description: This course will use literature and historical context Course Number: 036400
for students to understand the lived experiences of the various Grade Level: 9-12
racialized groups. This will occur through reading the contrast Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective
of dominant and absent narratives. Topics to be covered in this
course may include investigating the creation of racial identity and Description: Utilizing the preferences and tastes of students, this
how it has sustained or challenged beliefs about race and culture; class will seek out the great conflicts, philosophies, and themes
analyzing the various elements of race and culture in literature which have shaped the modern world. Class format will be
and how they inform or reflect our attitudes, behavior and society, built around a clear understanding of each novel, through class
in general; interpreting the continuing conflict between racial, discussions and a meaningful demonstration of how key concepts
cultural and gender relationships in literature. play out in contemporary society.
SPEECH A YEARBOOK LAB A, B
Course Number: 036101 Course Number: 037101 + 037102
Grade Level: 9-12 Grade Level: 9-12
Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective, Fine Arts
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor
Description: Students will learn the basics of speech writing
and speech delivery. Assignments will include a number of short Description: This course is designed for students with an interest
speeches, such as a demonstration speech, an informative speech, in one or more of the following areas of yearbook journalism:
a persuasive speech and a special occasion speech. This course is copy writing, interviewing, researching, graphic design, desktop
structured to eliminate the fear of speaking before a group and to publishing, Type Vision for Microsoft and photography. Each
improve verbal communication skills. student will serve as a staff member of the yearbook, assisting
in one or more areas of yearbook production including theme
development, layout, writing, word processing, graphic
design, photography, publicity, sales and fundraising. Through
participation in Yearbook Lab, students become the "recorders of
history and events."
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FAMILY & CONSUMER SCIENCE (FACS)
PATHWAY:
CULINARY ARTS & RESTAURANT MANAGEMENT CAREERS
The Culinary Arts program focuses on developing professional culinary skills in food preparation, presentation and service. Students
develop their own recipes and design a restaurant experience from top to bottom. Students study nutrition, wellness, food choices
and consumer skills. Students in the program will have the opportunity to compete in teams at the state Culinary & Management
competitions. With program completion students may become Serve Safe Certified.
CORE CLASSES GRADE 9 GRADE 10 GRADE 11 GRADE 12
SUGGESTIONS ENGLISH (3 cr) ENGLISH (3 cr) ENGLISH (3 cr) ENGLISH (3 cr)
SOCIAL STUDIES (3 cr) SOCIAL STUDIES (2 cr)
SOCIAL STUDIES (2 cr) SCIENCE (3 cr) SOCIAL STUDIES (3 cr)
MATH (3 cr) FACS CULINARY:
SCIENCE (3 cr) FACS CULINARY: SCIENCE (3 cr)
▶ C ulinary Arts 4
MATH (3 cr) ▶ C ulinary Arts 2 MATH (3 cr) ▶ R estaurant Management
FACS CULINARY: CROSS-CURRICULAR: FACS CULINARY: CROSS-CURRICULAR:
▶ C ulinary Arts 1 ▶ I ntroduction to Business ▶ C ulinary Arts 3 ▶ P ersonal Financial
▶ M y Foods.FACS ▶ R estaurant Management
Management
CROSS-CURRICULAR:
▶ E ntrepreneurship
▶ B usiness & Personal Law
INDUSTRY ACADEMIC CERTIFICATIONS
Serve Safe Food Handler
VISION 20/20:
OSSEO NEXT
▶ Child Development & Parenting
▶ Child Development Lab
▶ Culinary Arts 1, 2, 3, 4
▶ Exploring Childhood
▶ MyFoods.FACS
▶ Restaurant Management
THE FAMILY & CONSUMER SCIENCE DEPARTMENT, A CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION PROGRAM AT OSSEO SENIOR HIGH WILL
ENRICH EACH STUDENT AND THE OSH COMMUNITY THROUGH PRACTICAL EXPERIENCES, PROFESSIONALISM AND COLLABORATION.
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FAMILY & CONSUMER SCIENCE (FACS)
FACS CULINARY ARTS RESTAURANT MANAGEMENT
CULINARY ARTS 1 Course Number: 023900
Grade Level: 9-12
Course Number: 022700 Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective
Grade Level: 9-12 Prerequisite: None for general education students; Culinary Arts
Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective 1 & 2 for ProStart students seeking certification
Description: This is course 1 in the National Restaurant Description: Do you dream about opening America’s next
Association ProStart curriculum. Students will practice food great restaurant? If so, this is where you will learn the basics of
safety, sanitation and technical skills in the lab kitchen. Students operating a restaurant. Information will include: front of house
may participate in the ProStart Culinary competitive team. basics, menu development, purchasing, cost control, marketing,
Labs include breakfast favorites such as eggs, pancakes, muffins communication and other skills necessary for a career in
and more. Qualifies for Articulated College Credit when taken with restaurant management. Students are eligible to participate on the
Culinary Arts 2, 3 & 4 and Restaurant Management (see page 5). ProStart Management competitive team. Qualifies for Articulated
College Credit when taken with Culinary Arts 1, 2, 3 & 4 (see page 5).
CULINARY ARTS 2
MY FOODS.FACS
Course Number: 022800
Grade Level: 9-12 Course Number: 022600
Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective Grade Level: 9-12
Prerequisite: Culinary Arts 1 Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective
Description: This is course 2 in the National Restaurant Description: Students will study personal nutrition, healthy
Association ProStart curriculum. New areas of study will include food choices, food safety and sanitation. Kitchen basics and food
professionalism in the industry and controlling food costs. preparation will focus on family and culture. Students will prepare
Students may earn the ServSafe Food Handlers certificate and be and taste a variety of foods in lab activities.
eligible to participate on the ProStart Culinary competitive team.
Labs include salad, dressings, fruits and vegetables, pasta and
side dishes. Qualifies for Articulated College Credit when taken with
Culinary Arts 1, 3 & 4 and Restaurant Management (see page 5).
CULINARY ARTS 3
Course Number: 022901
Grade Level: 9-12
Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective
Prerequisite: Culinary Arts 1 & 2
Description: This is course 3 in the National Restaurant
Association ProStart curriculum. New areas of study include
managing safety and sanitation procedures as well as recipe
evaluation and ingredient selection. Students are eligible to
participate on the ProStart Culinary competitive team. Labs
include breads, cookies, cakes, pies and other desserts. Qualifies
for Articulated College Credit when taken with Culinary Arts 1, 2 & 4
and Restaurant Management (see page 5).
CULINARY ARTS 4
Course Number: 022902
Grade Level: 9-12
Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective
Prerequisite: Culinary Arts 1, 2 & 3
Description: This is course 4 in the National Restaurant
Association ProStart curriculum. New areas of study will include
sustainability, building healthy menus and labor costing. Students
are eligible to participate on the ProStart Culinary competitive
team. Labs include stocks, soups, sauces, beef, poultry and seafood.
Qualifies for Articulated College Credit when taken with Culinary Arts
1, 2 & 3 and Restaurant Management (see page 5).
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FAMILY & CONSUMER SCIENCE (FACS)
FASHION & INTERIOR DESIGN CHILD DEVELOPMENT & PARENTING
FASHION, APPAREL & DESIGN Course Number: 023300
Course Number: 023100 Grade Level: 9-12
Grade Level: 9-12 Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective
Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective, Fine Arts
Description: Students will study human development from
Description: Students will study the elements and principles pregnancy through age three. The skills needed to be an educated
of design as applied to fashion. Topics may include fashion and prepared parent will be studied. Students will experience
history, clothing design and garment styles and parts. Students first-hand infant care by taking home an infant simulator for one
will explore fashion industry careers. This is not a clothing weekend. Qualifies for Articulated College Credit when taken with
construction class. Credit fulfills MN Academic Standard for the Arts. Child Development Lab and Exploring Childhood (see page 5).
INTERIOR DESIGN CHILD DEVELOPMENT LAB
Course Number: 023200
Grade Level: 9-12 Course Number: 023400
Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective, Fine Arts Grade Level: 9-12
Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective
Description: Students will study the elements and principles of Prerequisite: Child Development & Parenting OR Exploring
design as applied to interior spaces. Topics may include the study Childhood
of floor plans and elevation, furniture, wall coverings, windows,
flooring, lighting and room styles. Industry careers will be Description: Students will study the physical, social, emotional
explored. Credit fulfills MN Academic Standard for the Arts. and intellectual development of preschoolers. Students will
conduct a case study on a preschool-aged child. Students will
PERSONAL & FAMILY LIFE set up and operate a play school for children ages 3 to 5 to give
hands-on experience for careers working with children. Qualifies
CAREERS, LIFE & YOU for Articulated College Credit when taken with Child Development &
Course Number: 022100 Parenting and Exploring Childhood (see page 5).
Grade Level: 9-12
Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective EXPLORING CHILDHOOD
Description: Students will plan for high school and beyond as Course Number: 023500
they examine career interests, personal abilities, goal setting Grade Level: 9-12
and communication. Students will research a variety of post- Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective
secondary options and careers and examine the qualities and skills
employers are seeking. School staff and community leaders will Description: Students will study the physical, social, emotional
present current information on job trends and the changing world and intellectual development of the school-aged child (6-12 years
of work. old). Students will compare and contrast early childhood learning
options. This course will investigate industry professionalism and
ethics related to child development career possibilities. Areas of FACS
study may include: special needs, divorce, child abuse, cultural
differences in parenting and others. Must complete "B" or better in
Child Development & Parenting, Child Development Lab and Exploring
Childhood to qualify for Articulated College Credit (see page 5).
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HEALTH SCIENCE
PATHWAY:
HEALTH SCIENCE CAREERS
The Health Science pathway is designed to build a solid foundation of medical knowledge while also fostering patient care and career
readiness skills for students interested in a career in the medical field. Students learn in an interactive, authentic, student centered
environment to cultivate their knowledge and skills on their first steps towards their medical career. Many courses offer articulated
college credit, industry certifications and internship opportunities.
ELECTIVE SUGGESTIONS CORE CLASSES GRADE 9 GRADE 10 GRADE 11 GRADE 12
ENGLISH (3 cr) ENGLISH (3 cr) ENGLISH (3 cr) ENGLISH (3 cr)
SOCIAL STUDIES (2 cr)
SOCIAL STUDIES (2 cr) SOCIAL STUDIES (3 cr) SOCIAL STUDIES (3 cr)
HEALTH SCIENCE:
HP PHYSICS FIRST (3 cr) HP CHEMISTRY (3 cr) HP BIOLOGY (3 cr)
▶ H ealth Care Internship
MATH (3 cr) MATH (3 cr) MATH (3 cr) ▶ H uman Anatomy &
HEALTH SCIENCE: HEALTH SCIENCE: HEALTH SCIENCE: Physiology
▶ E xploring Health Careers ▶ Bioethics ▶ Bioethics ▶ P harmacy Technician
▶ H ealth Education for ▶ M edical Terminology ▶ Exercise Science
▶ Nursing Assistant ▶ M edical Terminology Online
Medical Careers ▶ O EC Series
CROSS-CURRICULAR:
CROSS-CURRICULAR: CROSS-CURRICULAR:
▶ AP Psychology
▶ Psychology ▶ Psychology
▶ Sociology ▶ Sociology
INDUSTRY ACADEMIC CERTIFICATIONS PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS
HIPPA • Exercise Science Sports Medicine • Medical Terminology CPR • First Aide • CPR Instructor • Emergency Medical Responder
• Mental Health • Medical Anatomy & Physiology • Emergency Medical Technician • Nursing Assistant Registered
• Pharmacy Technician • Stop the Bleed
VISION 20/20:
OSSEO EXCEL OSSEO NEXT
▶ Medical Terminology Online ▶ Emergency Medical Technician
▶ Emergency Medical Responder Online (Blended e-Learning)
OSSEO U ▶ Exploring Health Careers
▶ First Responder/CPR Instructor
▶ Health Terminology Concurrent Enrollment ▶ Health Care Internship/Apprenticeship
▶ Medical Terminology
▶ Nursing Assistant A & B
▶ Pharmacy Technician Online A & B
THE HEALTH SCIENCE DEPARTMENT, A CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION PROGRAM AT OSSEO SENIOR HIGH WILL ENRICH
EACH STUDENT AND THE OSH COMMUNITY THROUGH PRACTICAL EXPERIENCES, PROFESSIONALISM AND COLLABORATION.
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HEALTH SCIENCE
OPPORTUNITIES IN EMERGENCY CARE (OEC)
FIRST AID & CPR EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN (EMT) HEALTH SCIENCE
Course Number: 122100 / offered trimester 1 only Course Number: 122300 / offered trimester 3 only
Grade Level: 11-12 Grade Level: 11-12
Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective (2 credits) Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective (2 credits)
Note: This is a 2-hour class earning a total of 2 credits. Upon Prerequisite: Successful completion of First Aid & CPR and
successful completion of this course, students are eligible to test First Responder/CPR class
for the following certifications: American Red Cross Standard Note: This is a 2-hour class earning a total of 2 credits. Upon
First Aid/ Responding to Emergencies, Community CPR and successful completion of this course, students are eligible to take
the American Heart Associate Health Care Provider CPR. the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians: EMT-
Basic exam (student must be 18 years old to take this exam.)
Description: This course provides instruction that will prepare
students to successfully perform artificial ventilation and Description: This course will prepare students to become
circulation until other health care professionals arrive. Activities certified Emergency Medical Technicians-Basic. The focus is the
in the course include unwitnessed cardiac arrest, airway recognition and emergency treatment of sick or injured patients.
obstruction management and cardio pulmonary resuscitation Students will be trained to utilize basic and advanced EMS skills
(CPR). Emphasis is on bleeding and shock control, basic splinting, and equipment. They will learn in a hands-on environment by
bandaging, patient assessment, lifts and carries. The student will way of simulated emergency scenarios and speakers currently
be trained on what to do for the first 10 minutes of an emergency. working in the emergency care field including physicians,
Moulages and scenarios will be used to test the student's skills/ nurses, paramedics, fire fighters, law enforcement officers and
competencies. Qualifies for Articulated College Credit (see page 5). other medical personnel. Field study opportunities are available
at area hospitals, clinics, ambulance services, police departments
FIRST RESPONDER/CPR INSTRUCTOR and fire departments. *This course follows the guidelines
established by the United States Department of Transportation
Course Number: 122200 / offered trimester 2 only and meets the requirements set forth by the Minnesota
Grade Level: 11-12 Emergency Medical Services Regulatory Board. Qualifies for
Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective (2 credits) Articulated College Credit (see page 5).
Prerequisite: Successful completion of First Aid & CPR
Note: This is a 2-hour class earning a total of 2 credits. Upon HEALTH CARE INTERNSHIP/APPRENTICESHIP
successful completion of this course, students are eligible to receive
these industry certifications: MN Department of Health First Course Number: 122401 + 122402 + 122403
Responder and American Heart Association CPR Instructor. Grade Level: 12
Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective (2 credits)
Description: This course is designed to provide the first responder Prerequisite: Admission by application only; completion of
at a medical or trauma emergency the necessary knowledge Nursing Assistant, First Responder and/or EMT recommended
and skills to manage patient care until the arrival of ambulance Note: This is a 2-hour class earning a total of 2 credits per
personnel. The course covers anatomy and physiology, the body trimester.
systems, medical terminology, patient assessment, vital signs,
bleeding and shock control, spinal immobilizations, splinting, Description: This course is designed for seniors who have
bandaging, use of oxygen, adjunctive equipment, water safety and completed the Emergency Care/EMT classes. This course will
life saving techniques, working with ambulance stretchers and provide the opportunity for students to enhance competency/
patient transport, as well as CPR instructor training. Emphasis is skill development and build from the experiences in the First
placed on practical skills through simulations and field experience Responder/EMT courses. Students will be provided instruction/
opportunities. Qualifies for Articulated College Credit (see page 5). advanced training in cardiology, intravenous therapy and
automatic defibrillation. In addition to classroom instruction,
students will be given the chance to experience different
occupations in the health care profession. Credit is earned for
time students spend on ambulances, police and fire ride-alongs,
in hospitals and other medical facilities, in clinical field study
and through collaborative assistance to instructors and peers.
Qualifies for Articulated College Credit (see page 5).
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HEALTH SCIENCE
HEALTH SCIENCE ELECTIVES HEALTH TERMINOLOGY
CONCURRENT ENROLLMENT
NURSING ASSISTANT A & B
Course Number: 123400C
Course Number: 123501 + 123502 Grade Level: 9-12
Grade Level: 10-12 Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective
Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective Prerequisite: 2.0 GPA or higher as required by partner school
Note: This is a 2-trimester class earning a total of 2 credits.
Students must be 16 years old to sit for the state nursing assistant Description: This is a course for all future health professionals to
exam. become familiar with and knowledgeable in the workings of the
human body. They will learn correct terms and terminology as it
Description: This course is designed to prepare students for applies to each human body system.
the MN Competency Evaluations for Nursing Assistant to learn
advances in careers in the medical field. The core curriculum is MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY
approved by the Minnesota Nursing Registry/MN Dept. of Health.
Students will learn to care for patients in a variety of settings Course Number: 123300
and develop core competencies required by the MN Competency Grade Level: 9-12
Exam as well as the core skills founded in the National Health Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective
Care Standards. Nursing assistant is a high-demand occupation
because of the increase in our aging population. Many long term Description: Students will study medical terminology by
care facilities offer financial assistance benefits toward further learning the basics of medical word parts and how they work
training in post-secondary medical/health care programs to together. This information is then applied to the study of medical
certified nursing assistants working in their facilities. Qualifies for terms relating to various body systems (skeletal, muscular,
Articulated College Credit (see page 5). cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, urinary, reproductive,
integumentary, endocrine, nervous, lymphatic/immune and
EMERGENCY MEDICAL RESPONDER special senses) and to diagnostic and imaging procedures. Medical
ONLINE (BLENDED E-LEARNING) terminology is infused across the National Health Care Standards
and Pathways. In addition, most post-secondary health care
Course Number: 124200 programs require a medical terminology course. Qualifies for
Grade Level: 11-12 Articulated College Credit (see page 5).
Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective
Prerequisite: Student must be 16 years or older to enroll MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY ONLINE
Note: Student will be most successful in the course having passed
the MCA II and be self-motivated and directed. Course Number: 124300
Grade Level: 9-12
Description: This course combines online learning with direct lab Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective
instruction— thus called Blended e-Learning. The online learning Prerequisite: Must have computer access outside of school
modules are provided in a lab-pak/CD and take about 30 hours
to complete. 24 hours of direct skill instruction, mandated for Description: See course description for Medical Terminology.
certification testing, will take place in the high school setting. This course is offered 100% online. Students will work independently
Student must agree in writing to complete the clinical (face-to- and have designated check-ins with an Osseo Excel Online
face) sessions. Upon successful completion of this course, students Coordinator. Qualifies for Articulated College Credit (see page 5).
will be eligible to test and receive the following certifications:
HEALTH SCIENCE MN Department of Health First Responder and American Heart
Association First Responder. Certification as a First Responder
requires a score of 80% or above on a written exam and successful,
direct demonstration of skills/competencies with instructor/
reviewer. Qualifies for Articulated College Credit (see page 5).
EXPLORING HEALTH CAREERS
Course Number: 123200
Grade Level: 9-12
Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective
Description: This course is designed to provide students with
opportunities to explore careers in the health care industry and
develop standard competencies (HOPE: Health Occupations
Personnel Essentials) required for working in a health care
environment. Students will experience learning environments
that incorporate classroom, community and distance learning
via the internet. Upon completion of this course, students may
attempt a National Health Care Standard certification exam.
Qualifies for Articulated College Credit (see page 5).
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HEALTH SCIENCE
PHARMACY TECHNICIAN ONLINE A & B CROSS CURRICULAR ELECTIVES
Course Number: 124101 + 124102 BIOETHICS
Grade Level: 12 Description: See course information and description
Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective in Science Department on page 42.
Prerequisite: Must have computer access outside of school
Note: Students under age 18 may take the course, however, EXERCISE SCIENCE
student must be 18 and have evidence of successful (or predicted Description: See course information and description
successful completion of high school to be verified by building in Science Department on page 42.
principal) to take Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam.
HEALTH EDUCATION MEDICAL CAREERS
Description: This course is a state recognized Pharmacy ABSTINENCE BASED
Technician Training Program. Instruction will prepare students Description: See course information and description
to take the Pharmacy Technician Board Certification Exam at in Physical Education & Health Department on page 37.
age 18. Students will learn theory and practical applications of
pharmacy practice. Pharmacy Technicians work in retail, clinic HEALTH SCIENCE BIOLOGY A, B, C
and hospital settings, as an assistant to a registered Pharmacist. Description: See course information and description
The online modules take over 90 hours to complete and students in Science Department on page 41.
will be provided a suggested time line of study. Student progress
is monitored by the instructor online. Communication with the HEALTH SCIENCE CHEMISTRY A, B, C
instructor regarding online curriculum components takes place Description: See course information and description
via email. Students must furnish the instructor with a working in Science Department on page 40.
email address before beginning the course.
HEALTH SCIENCE PHYSICS FIRST A, B, C
Description: See course information and description HEALTH SCIENCE
in Science Department on page 40.
HUMAN ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY A, B, C
Description: See course information and description
in Science Department on page 42.
PSYCHOLOGY
Description: See course information and description in Social
Studies Department on page 46.
AP PSYCHOLOGY
Description: See course information and description in Social
Studies Department on page 46.
SOCIOLOGY
Description: See course information and description in Social
Studies Department on page 46.
SOCIOLOGY ONLINE
Description: See course information and description in
Social Studies Department on page 46.
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MATHEMATICS
PATHWAY:
MATH REQUIREMENTS
COURSE OPTIONS COURSE OPTIONS GRADE 9 GRADE 10 GRADE 11 GRADE 12
NON-LINEAR ALGEBRA GEOMETRY ALGEBRA 2 ENGLISH 12
▶ Non-Linear Algebra (3) ▶ Geometry (3) ▶ A lgebra 2 (3) ▶ English 12 (3)
▶ Non-Linear Algebra/ ▶ HP Geometry (3) ▶ H P Algebra 2 (3) ▶ English 12 Online (3)
▶ AP English 12 (3)
Geometry (*6 credits) ▶ English 11 Concurrent
also fulfills Geometry
requirement) Enrollment (3)
NON-LINEAR ALGEBRA ALGEBRA 2
▶ G eometry (3) ▶ A lgebra 2 (3)
▶ H P Geometry (3) ▶ H P Algebra 2 (3)
▶ Non-Linear Algebra (3)
taken in middle school
9 3 CREDITS (*6) 3 CREDITS 3 CREDITS
MATH CREDITS REQUIRED TO GRADUATE
* This is the typical pathway for math; however a student's math pathway could look slightly different. Students must take and earn 3 credits in each
of the following: Non-Linear Algebra, Geometry and Algebra 2. These courses may be taken in middle school and/or high school.
OUR MATH DEPARTMENT AT OSSEO SENIOR HIGH WILL ENGAGE STUDENTS IN COLLABORATIVE, PRODUCTIVE STRUGGLE SO THAT
STUDENTS LEARN THE VALUE OF PERSEVERANCE AND PROBLEM SOLVING IN ORDER TO BECOME LIFELONG LEARNERS WHO HAVE
AN APPRECIATION FOR MATHEMATICS.
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MATHEMATICS
REQUIRED COURSES HP GEOMETRY A, B, C
+ MUST REGISTER FOR ALL COURSE NUMBERS INDICATED Course Number: 085141 + 085142 + 085143
Grade Level: 9-12
NON-LINEAR ALGEBRA Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Geometry
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Non-Linear Algebra or
NON-LINEAR ALGEBRA A, B, C teacher recommendation
Course Number: 082201 + 082202 + 082203 Note: A scientific calculator is recommended.
Grade Level: 9-12
Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Non-Linear Algebra Description: In this year-long course, students extend and
Prerequisite: Completion of Linear Algebra advance general geometric concepts by developing logic,
Note: A TI 30 XIIS or TI 34 II calculator is recommended. reasoning and problem-solving skills. Topics include the
construction of geometric proofs and logical arguments,
Description: This full-year course gives students a review of congruence and similarity, area and volume, and properties of
linear functions and related concepts and introduces students lines, triangles, quadrilaterals and circles. Students solve real-
to graphical and algebraic methods used to analyze nonlinear world problems using two- and three-dimensional measurements
functions, with special emphasis on exponential quadratic and and complete geometric constructions.
radical functions. Additional topics may include simplifying
rational expressions, probability and statistics. ALGEBRA 2
NON-LINEAR ALGEBRA/GEOMETRY A, B, C ALGEBRA 2 A, B, C
Course Number: 084801 + 084802 + 084803
Grade Level: 9-12 Course Number: 083501 + 083502 + 083503
Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Non-Linear Algebra & Geometry Grade Level: 9-12
Prerequisite: Completion of Linear Algebra Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Algebra 2
Note: A scientific calculator is recommended. Prerequisite: Completion of Non-Linear Algebra
Note: A TI 83, TI 84, or Casio fx-9750GII graphing calculator is
Description: This full-year accelerated course introduces students recommended.
to graphical and algebraic methods used to analyze nonlinear
functions, with special emphasis on exponential, quadratic and Description: This full-year course is organized around families
radical functions. Students will also develop logic, reasoning and of functions including linear, quadratic, exponential and radical
problem solving skills through the construction of geometric functions, as well as probability and data analysis. Additional
proofs and logical arguments, congruence and similarity, area topics may include logarithmic, radical and rational functions,
and volume, and properties of lines, triangles, quadrilaterals and sequences and series, and trigonometry.
circles.
HP ALGEBRA 2 A, B, C
This course covers 6 trimesters of material in 3 trimesters so
students should expect the pace to be fast and expect more Course Number: 085241 + 085242 + 085243
homework than students have had in their previous math classes. Grade Level: 9-12
Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Algebra 2
GEOMETRY Prerequisite: Successful completion of Geometry, HP Geometry
or teacher recommendation
GEOMETRY A, B, C Note: A TI 83, TI 84, or Casio fx-9750GII graphing calculator is
Course Number: 083201 + 083202 + 083203 recommended.
Grade Level: 9-12
Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Geometry Description: In this year-long course, students extend and
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Non-Linear Algebra or advance general Algebra 2 concepts. The content is organized
teacher recommendation around families of functions including linear, quadratics,
Note: A scientific calculator is recommended. exponential, radical and rational, as well as probability,
trigonometry, and sequences and series. The course may also
Description: In this year-long course, students develop include an introduction to logarithmic functions. The content
logic, reasoning and problem-solving skills. Topics include of this HP course is delivered at an accelerated pace and includes
the construction of geometric proofs and logical arguments, more challenging applications.
congruence and similarity, area and volume, and properties of
lines, triangles, quadrilaterals and circles.
MATH
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MATHEMATICS
ELECTIVES AP CALCULUS A, B, C
+ MUST REGISTER FOR ALL COURSE NUMBERS INDICATED Course Number: 085671 + 085672 + 085673
Grade Level: 9-12
ALGEBRA 3 A, B, C Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective
Prerequisite: Successful completion of HP Precalculus or teacher
Course Number: 083801 + 083802 + 083803 recommendation
Grade Level: 9-12 Note: A TI 83, TI 84, or Casio fx-9750GII graphing calculator is
Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective recommended.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Algebra 2 or HP Algebra 2
Note: A TI 83, TI 84, or Casio fx-9750GII graphing calculator is Description: This year-long course is similar to college calculus
recommended. and includes such topics as analytic geometry, functions, limits,
continuity, differentiation and integration with applications, and
Description: This full-year course strengthens and advances the exponential and trigonometric functions. The content of this
understanding of families of functions, including linear, quadratic, AP course is delivered at an accelerated pace and includes more
polynomial, rational, exponential and logarithms, trigonometry challenging applications. Students enrolled in this course will
and matrices. Additional topics may include probability and prepare for the AP Calculus AB exam. Weighted grades apply
statistics. (see page 3).
PRECALCULUS A, B, C AP STATISTICS A, B, C
Course Number: 084001 + 084002 + 084003 Course Number: 085871 + 085872 + 085873
Grade Level: 9-12 Grade Level: 9-12
Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Algebra 2 or HP Algebra 2 Prerequisite: Successful completion of Algebra 2, HP Algebra 2
Note: A TI 83, TI 84, or Casio fx-9750GII graphing calculator is or teacher recommendation
recommended. Note: A TI 83, TI 84, or Casio fx-9750GII graphing calculator is
recommended.
Description: This year-long course is designed to provide an
expanded view of functions, including polynomial, rational Description: In this course, students are introduced to the
and logarithmic. Students will also explore right triangle major concepts and tools for collecting, analyzing and drawing
trigonometry, the unit circle, graphing trigonometric functions conclusions from data at a more rigorous level than the standard
and using trigonometric identities. Statistics course. Students will be exposed to four broad
conceptual themes: exploring data, sampling and experimentation,
HP PRECALCULUS A, B, C anticipating Patterns and statistical inference. Students enrolled in
this course will prepare for the AP Statistics exam. Weighted grades
Course Number: 085541 + 085542 + 085543 apply (see AP section on page 2).
Grade Level: 9-12
MATH Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective
Prerequisite: Successful completion of HP Algebra 2 or teacher
recommendation
Note: A TI 83, TI 84, or Casio fx-9750GII graphing calculator is
recommended.
Description: This full-year course will deepen student
understanding of functions, including polynomial, rational and
logarithmic. Students will be introduced to advanced trigonometric
properties and applications, including identities, vectors and polar
equations. Other topics may include conic sections, parametric
equations and limits. The content of this HP course is delivered at
an accelerated pace and includes more challenging applications.
CALCULUS A, B, C
Course Number: 084101 + 084102 + 084103
Grade Level: 9-12
Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Precalculus or HP
Precalculus
Note: A TI 83, TI 84, or Casio fx-9750GII graphing calculator is
recommended.
Description: This year-long course is similar to the first semester
of college calculus by exploring functions, limits, continuity,
differentiation with applications, integration, logarithmic,
exponential and trigonometric functions. This course moves
at a slower pace than AP Calculus.
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MUSIC
BAND ORCHESTRA
BAND 9 A, B, C ORCHESTRA 9 A, B, C
Course Number: 054001 + 054002 + 054003 Course Number: 054101 + 054102 + 054103
Grade Level: 9 Grade Level: 9
Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective, Fine Arts Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective, Fine Arts
Prerequisite: Successful completion of 8th Grade Band or teacher Prerequisite: Band 8 or teacher recommendation
recommendation
Description: This course is the gateway to the high school
Description: Students will continue to develop musical skills and orchestra program. As their skills develop, so does the satisfaction
explore intermediate band music. In daily band rehearsals, the students gain from playing their instrument! In daily orchestra
students will gain proficiency on their instrument and expand rehearsals students will be learning more advanced playing
their knowledge of music and music theory. Band 9 performs techniques and expanding their knowledge of music and music
several evening concerts throughout the year, and registration theory. The orchestra also performs several evening concerts
requires a full year commitment. throughout the year and participation in these concerts is required.
SYMPHONIC BAND A, B, C CHAMBER ORCHESTRA A, B, C
Course Number: 056201 + 056202 + 056203 Course Number: 057101 + 057102 + 057103
Grade Level: 10-12 Grade Level: 10-12
Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective, Fine Arts Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective, Fine Arts
Prerequisite: Completion of Band 9 or recommendation of instructor Prerequisite: Successful completion of Orchestra 8 in District 279
or audition with orchestra director
Description: Students will continue to develop musical skills
and explore intermediate-advanced band music. In daily band Description: The student’s playing skills will continue to develop.
rehearsals, the students will gain proficiency on their instrument Students will explore more challenging orchestral music. In daily
and expand their knowledge of music and music theory. orchestra rehearsals students will be learning more advanced
Symphonic Band performs several evening concerts throughout playing techniques and expanding knowledge of music and music
the year, and registration requires a full year commitment. theory. The orchestra performs several concerts throughout the
year and participation in these concerts is required. Registration
WIND ENSEMBLE A, B, C for orchestra is a full year commitment.
Course Number: 057201 + 057202 + 057203
Grade Level: 10-12
Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective, Fine Arts
Prerequisite: Completion of Band 9 or recommendation of instructor
Description: Wind Ensemble is the most advanced band in the
school. In this ensemble, students will further develop their
musical knowledge of skills, perform at the highest level and
reflect upon music and musical performances. Wind Ensemble
performs several evening concerts throughout the year, and
registration requires a full year commitment.
THE MISSION OF THE MUSIC DEPARTMENT AT OSSEO SENIOR HIGH IS GROUNDED IN THE IDEA THAT QUALITY ART EDUCATES AND
QUALITY EDUCATION IS AN ART.
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MUSIC
MUSIC SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA A, B, C VARSITY CHOIR A, B, C
Course Number: 055001 + 055002 + 055003
Course Number: 057001 + 057002 + 057003 Grade Level: 9-12
Grade Level: 10-12 Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective, Fine Arts
Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective, Fine Arts Prerequisite: Successful middle school experience and/or by audition
Prerequisite: Students must audition for this orchestra and have
successfully completed one year in the District 279 Orchestra 9 or Description: As members of Varsity Choir, students will be
Chamber Orchestra. exposed to intermediate level music from various time periods,
styles and cultures, develop performance skills and expand their
Description: In this top orchestra students will gain experience, knowledge of music and music theory. The choir performs several
deepen their skills and learn to perform in a full orchestra setting evening concerts throughout the year.
including strings, woodwinds, brass and percussion. Students
will reflect upon music and their own musical performance. The GUITAR
orchestra performs several concerts throughout the year and
participation in these concerts is required. BEGINNING GUITAR A
Course Number: 057701
CHOIR Grade Level: 9-12
Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective, Fine Arts
CHOIR 9 A, B, C Note: Sign up in sequential order and school will provide guitars.
Each class may be taken only one time.
Course Number: 054201 + 054202 + 054203
Grade Level: 9 Description: The student will learn basic guitar playing skills and
Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective, Fine Arts learn to read standard music notation.
Description: As a member of Choir 9, the student will be exposed BEGINNING GUITAR B
to music from various time periods, styles and cultures, develop Course Number: 057702
performance skills and expand their knowledge of music and Grade Level: 9-12
music theory. The choir performs several evening concerts Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective, Fine Arts
throughout the year.
Prerequisite: Beginning Guitar A
CONCERT CHOIR A, B, C
Note: Sign up in sequential order and school will provide guitars.
Course Number: 055201 + 055202 + 055203 Each class may be taken only one time.
Grade Level: 10-12
Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective, Fine Arts Description: The student will expand music reading skills and
Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation develop intermediate guitar techniques.
Description: As a member of Concert Choir, the student will
be exposed to more advanced music from various time periods,
styles and cultures. Students will continue to develop performance
skills, expand their knowledge of music theory and the voice, and
reflect on musical performances. Concert Choir performs several
evening concerts throughout the year.
TREBLE CHOIR A, B, C
Course Number: 055101 + 055102 + 055103
Grade Level: 10-12
Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective, Fine Arts
Prerequisite: Must audition for choir placement
Description: As a member of Treble Choir, the student will
continue to be exposed to music from various time periods,
styles and cultures, develop performance skills and expand their
knowledge of music and music theory. The choir performs
intermediate to advanced music for treble (soprano & alto) voices
at several evening concerts throughout the year.
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MUSIC MUSIC
BEGINNING GUITAR C
Course Number: 057703
Grade Level: 9-12
Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective, Fine Arts
Prerequisite: Beginning Guitar A & B
Note: Sign up in sequential order and school will provide guitars.
Each class may be taken only one time.
Description: The student will continue to study various styles
of music and will perform as a soloist and as part of a group. The
group will have one outside performance.
GUITAR C FLEX
Course Number: 057703B
Grade Level: 9-12
Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective, Fine Arts
Prerequisite: Beginning Guitar A & B
Description: During this flex class, scholars can choose to study
various styles of music and perform as a soloist or part of a group.
They can continue their exploration of guitar playing by repeating
the course to allow them to personalize their style. The group will
have one outside performance.
ADDITIONAL ELECTIVES
JAZZ ENSEMBLE A, B
Course Number: 057501 + 057502 Zero Hour Only
Grade Level: 9-12
Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective, Fine Arts
Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in instrumental
performance group and/or permission from instructor
Description: Jazz Ensemble is an enrichment experience for band
students playing saxophone, trombone, trumpet, piano, drums,
bass and guitar. Students will study and perform a variety of big
band literature. The Jazz ensemble will perform several times
throughout the year.
MUSIC THEORY
Course Number: 058100 (may be taken for credit only once)
Grade Level: 9-12
Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective, Fine Arts
Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation
Description: Students will learn fundamental elements of music
analysis and build skills in ear training and sight singing.
SOLO PERFORMANCE LAB FLEX
Course Number: 058501 / 058502 / 058503 Zero Hour Only
Grade Level: 9-12
Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective, Fine Arts
Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in performance ensemble
and/or recommendation from instructor
Note: May be taken for more than one trimester
Description: Students will develop their solo and small ensemble
performance skills as a musician. In this course, students receive
ongoing and individual coaching to further develop their
practicing, rehearsal and performance skills.
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PHYSICAL EDUCATION & HEALTH
PATHWAY:
PHY ED & HEALTH REQUIREMENTS
COURSE OPTIONS GRADE 9-12 GRADE 9-12
LIFE FITNESS HEALTH EDUCATION
▶ L ife Fitness (1) ▶ Health Ed Abstinence Based (1)
▶ L ife Fitness Online (1) ▶ Health Ed Abstinence Based Flex (1)
▶ Health Ed Abstinence Until Marriage (1)
▶ Health Ed Medical Careers Abstinence Based (1)
▶ Health Online (1)
2 1 CREDIT 1 CREDIT
PHYSICAL EDUCATION & HEALTH CREDITS REQUIRED TO GRADUATE
VISION 20/20:
OSSEO EXCEL
▶ Health Online
▶ Life Fitness Online
OSSEO U
▶ F oundations of Exercise Science Concurrent Enrollment
▶ Weight Training Concurrent Enrollment
OSSEO NEXT
▶ Health Education: For Medical Careers Abstinence Based
THE GOAL OF THE PHYSICAL EDUCATION & HEALTH DEPARTMENT AT OSSEO HIGH SCHOOL IS TO PROVIDE STUDENTS WITH
DEVELOPMENTALLY APPROPRIATE LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES WITH MEANINGFUL CONTENT AND INSTRUCTION. ALL STUDENTS
WILL DEVELOP HEALTH-RELATED FITNESS, PHYSICAL COMPETENCE, COGNITIVE UNDERSTANDING AND POSITIVE ATTITUDES
ABOUT PHYSICAL ACTIVITY THAT PROMOTES A HEALTHY AND PHYSICALLY ACTIVE LIFESTYLE.
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PHYSICAL EDUCATION & HEALTH
REQUIRED COURSES HEALTH ONLINE PHY ED & HEALTH
LIFE FITNESS Course Number: 066700
Grade Level: 9-12
LIFE FITNESS Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Health
Course Number: 063100
Grade Level: 9-12 Description: See course description above for Health Education
Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Life Fitness Abstinence Based. This course is offered 100% online. Students
Note: Students are required to change into clothing for active will work independently and have designated check-ins with an
participation. Osseo Excel Online Coordinator.
Description: In this required course, student will demonstrate HEALTH EDUCATION
an understanding of the activities necessary to improve and ABSTINENCE UNTIL MARRIAGE
maintain a healthy lifestyle. Students will determine their current
physical fitness level, establish physical fitness goals and design a Course Number: 066200
personal fitness plan. Assess, analyze and evaluate the impact and Grade Level: 9-12
effectiveness of physical fitness and nutritional plans. Students are Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Health
required to change into clothing for active participation.
Description: The focus of this course is centered on decision
LIFE FITNESS ONLINE making. Rights, respect and responsibilities of healthy people
Course Number: 063200 are integrated through these themes: safety, injury and violence
Grade Level: 9-12 prevention, substance abuse, personal health, nutrition and fitness,
Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Life Fitness consumer health, mental health, disease prevention including STI/
Note: Students are required to change into clothing for active STD and family life/human sexuality. The goal of the Human
participation. Sexuality unit is to guide and empower students to remain
abstinent until marriage. Students are encouraged to seek support
Description: See course description for Life Fitness. This and advice from their parents/guardians and their faith community,
course is offered 100% online. Students will work independently rather than friends and community resources. Contraceptives are
and have designated check-ins with an Osseo Excel Online discussed within the context of their failure rates only.
Coordinator.
HEALTH EDUCATION MEDICAL CAREERS
HEALTH ABSTINENCE BASED
HEALTH EDUCATION ABSTINENCE BASED Course Number: 066300
Course Number: 066100 Grade Level: 9-12
Grade Level: 9-12 Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Health
Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Health
Description: The focus of this course is centered on medical
Description: The focus of this course is centered on decision application of the health curriculum for students who may be
making. Rights, respect and responsibilities of healthy people interested in a medical or healthcare career. Rights, respect and
are integrated through these themes: safety, injury and violence responsibilities of healthy people and medical professionals are
prevention, substance abuse, personal health, nutrition and integrated through these themes: safety, injury and violence
fitness, consumer health, mental health, disease prevention prevention, substance use/abuse; personal health, nutrition,
including STI/STD and family life/human sexuality. fitness; consumer health; social/mental/emotional health, disease
prevention and family life/human sexuality.
HEALTH EDUCATION
ABSTINENCE BASED FLEX ELECTIVES
Course Number: 066500 Zero Hour only
Grade Level: 9-12 STUDENTS MAY REGISTER FOR ONLY 1 PER TRIMESTER.
Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Health
COMPETITIVE SPORTS LAB
Description: See course description above for 066100-Health
Education Abstinence Based. Flex classes are designed to meet the Course Number: 064601 / 064602 / 064603
same standards as traditional courses and provide the same level of Grade Level: 9-12
rigor. This provides the best of both worlds. Students have a teacher Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective
to meet with for personal and small class instruction, and a robust Note: This course may be repeated for credit. Students may
online learning site. After class routines are established, students will register for only ONE PhyEd elective per trimester. Students are
meet regularly in class with the instructor. Other days, they will be required to change into clothing for active participation.
responsible for online work outside of the classroom.
Description: This course is for the higher skilled player who
wants to participate at a competitive level. Activities may include
but are not limited: to football, basketball, volleyball, badminton,
soccer, hockey, and other team and individual games.
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PHYSICAL EDUCATION & HEALTH
PHY ED & HEALTH FOUNDATIONS OF EXERCISE SCIENCE UNIFIED PHYSICAL EDUCATION LEADERSHIP
CONCURRENT ENROLLMENT
Course Number: 065201 / 065202 / 065203
Course Number: 065600 Grade Level: 9-12
Grade Level: 10-12 Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective
Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective Note: Students may register for only ONE PhyEd elective per
Note: Students may register for only ONE PhyEd elective per trimester.
trimester.
Description: This combined General Education and Adapted
Description: This introduction to the study of exercise science. Physical Education class will allow students to improve
The course includes the presentation of historical information performance of self and others in recreational and fitness
and the philosophical foundations in the exercise science field. activities. This course combines students of all abilities to
Students will investigate a major or minor in exercise sciences, participate in developmentally appropriate activities including
areas of concentration and related certifications within the field. lifetime activities, physical fitness and sport. Students will work
The purpose of the class is to acquaint students with prospective together to increase competence and confidence in a variety of
career paths within the exercise science field and introduce them physical activities. Through ongoing leadership opportunities,
to professional organizations which provide certification and members of this course will be empowered to help create a more
career enrichment opportunities. inclusive and accepting school environment for all students.
RECREATIONAL SPORTS LAB WEIGHT TRAINING
CONCURRENT ENROLLMENT
Course Number: 064201
Grade Level: 9-12 Course Number: 065500
Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective Grade Level: 10-12
Note: This course may be repeated for credit. Students may Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective
register for only ONE PhyEd elective per trimester. Students are Note: Students may register for only ONE PhyEd elective per
required to change into clothing for active participation. trimester.
Description: In this course, students will learn basic skills of receiving, Description: This trimester course is designed to introduce
rules, strategies, techniques, vocabulary, decision making and students to methods of lifting weights for the development of
etiquette in a variety of games. Students will perform and integrate lifelong physical fitness. Students will develop the basic principles
receiving skills and fitness into a variety of recreational sports and of designing and participating in safe and effective weight training
activities. Activities may include but are not limited: tennis, volleyball, program. This course can be repeated for credit.
badminton, pickleball, basketball, softball, football, hockey.
WHEELS, BLADES, XTREMES LAB
SELF DEFENSE & CHALLENGES LAB
Course Number: 064501
Course Number: 064301 / 064302 / 064303 Grade Level: 9-12
Grade Level: 9-12 Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective
Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective Note: This course may be repeated for credit. Students may
Note: This course may be repeated for credit. Students may register for only ONE PhyEd elective per trimester. Students are
register for only ONE PhyEd elective per trimester. Students are required to change into clothing for active participation.
required to change into clothing for active participation.
Description: In this course, students will have the opportunity to learn
Description: In this course, students learn skills to enhance basic body control skills using wheels/blades and/or various activities
personal safety including marital arts skills as a means of self- to enhance fitness. Students will demonstrate basic techniques and
defense. Includes decision making skills to identify potentially safety awareness. Activities may include, but are not limited to:
harmful situations, practical and proactive steps to take in rollerblades, ice hockey, skateboards, unicycles and bicycles. Students
dangerous situations. This course will also help improve students’ may be able to bring their own equipment; helmets are required.
self-confidence, body awareness and physical fitness.
STRENGTH & CONDITIONING LAB
Course Number: 064801 / 064802 / 064803
Grade Level: 9-12
Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective
Note: This course may be repeated for credit. Students may
register for only ONE PhyEd elective per trimester. Students are
required to change into clothing for active participation.
Description: This is a program of total body training (both
strength and cardiovascular) that includes both health and skill-
related fitness activities. Emphasis is placed on safety, lifting and
spotting techniques, proper breathing patterns and a variety of
lifts that will generate strength improvement. Weight training
and a variety of other conditioning activities will be taught with a
focus on individual improvement and tracking progress.
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SCIENCE
PATHWAY:
SCIENCE REQUIREMENTS
GRADE 9 GRADE 10 GRADE 11 GRADE 12
COURSE OPTIONS PHYSICS FIRST/SCIENCE 9 CHEMISTRY BIOLOGY 11
▶ Physics First (3) ▶ C hemistry (3) ▶ B iology 11 (3)
▶ Health Science Physics ▶ Health Science Chemistry (3) ▶ H ealth Science Biology (3)
▶ H P Chemistry (3) ▶ HP Biology (3)
First (3) ▶ A P Chemistry (3) ▶ AP Biology (3)
▶ Biology Concurrent
▶ HP Physics First (3)
▶ Science 9 (3) Enrollment (3)
9 3 CREDITS 3 CREDITS 3 CREDITS
SCIENCE CREDITS REQUIRED TO GRADUATE
VISION 20/20:
OSSEO U
▶ Astronomy Concurrent Enrollment
▶ Biology Concurrent Enrollment
OSSEO NEXT
▶ Bioethics
▶ Exercise Science
▶ Health Science Biology
▶ Health Science Chemistry
▶ Health Science Physics First
▶ Human Anatomy & Physiology
OUR SCIENCE DEPARTMENT AT OSSEO SENIOR HIGH WILL CULTIVATE STUDENTS’ CURIOSITY AND CRITICAL THINKING TO PROMOTE
SCIENTIFIC LITERACY IN A CHANGING WORLD.
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SCIENCE
SCIENCE REQUIRED COURSES HEALTH SCIENCE CHEMISTRY A, B, C
+ MUST REGISTER FOR ALL COURSE NUMBERS INDICATED Course Number: 094201 + 094202 + 094203
Grade Level: 10
PHYSICS FIRST/SCIENCE 9 Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Chemistry or Physics
Prerequisite: Completion of Non-Linear Algebra
PHYSICS FIRST A, B, C
Course Number: 092401 + 092402 + 092403 Description: Health Science Chemistry teaches chemistry
Grade Level: 9 concepts and how they apply in the human body. Topics include
Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Science 9 scientific measurement, stoichiometry, atomic theory, bonding,
chemical reactivity, acid-base chemistry, organic chemistry and
Description: Physics First explores motion, forces, energy, nuclear chemistry, with an emphasis on effects on the human
nuclear physics and waves. body. Coursework is an introduction to careers in medicine,
healthcare and\or biochemistry.
HEALTH SCIENCE PHYSICS FIRST A, B, C
Course Number: 092501 + 092502 + 092503 HP CHEMISTRY A, B, C
Grade Level: 9
Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Science 9 Course Number: 094441 + 094442 + 094443
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Linear Algebra Grade Level: 10-12
Note: This course fulfills the Physical Science Requirement. Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Chemistry or Physics
Prerequisite: Completion or concurrent enrollment in Algebra 2
Description: Health Science Physics First introduces physical
science for medical careers. Essential physics concepts are Description: HP Chemistry is a yearlong in-depth and accelerated
explored with an emphasis on application to the human body. course whose topics include atoms, periodic trends, chemical
Topics include kinematics, fluids, waves, sound, optics, electricity bonds, chemical reactions, molecular shapes and the mole.
and atomic physics. Applications studied include levers in Laboratory work is emphasized and requires the application of
the body, generation of force in the body, CAT scans, MRI, reading, math and writing skills.
radiotherapy, vision, hearing, nerve impulses and blood flow.
AP CHEMISTRY A, B, C
HP PHYSICS FIRST A, B, C
Course Number: 092471 + 092472 + 092473 Course Number: 094671 + 094672 + 094673
Grade Level: 9 Grade Level: 11-12
Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Science 9 Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Chemistry or Physics
Prerequisite: Must successfully use algebraic equations to solve Prerequisite: Successful completion of Algebra 2, Chemistry or
real world examples and able to manipulate an equation such as teacher recommendation and completion of summer learning
P=W/t and solve any of the three variables
Description: AP Chemistry is equivalent to an introductory
Description: HP Physics First teaches motion, forces, energy, nuclear college chemistry course but offered with high school level
physics and waves at an accelerated pace and with more depth than supports. This course is a second year Chemistry course;
Physics First. Concepts related to mechanics and waves are introduced. students taking this course as a first year Chemistry course
are assigned required summer learning. The AP course differs
SCIENCE 9 A, B, C (also known as Physical Science 9) from prerequisite courses in both mathematical formulation of
Course Number: 092101 + 092102 + 092103 principles/required calculations and the complexity of laboratory
Grade Level: 9 work done by students. Concepts include atoms, periodic trends,
Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Science 9 chemical bonds, chemical reactions, molecular shapes and
molarity. Taking an AP course is intended to prepare students for
Description: Physical Science explores nature of science, chemistry the AP exam in May. Weighted grades apply (see AP section on page 2).
and physics. Topics include engineering, laboratory skills, scientific
reasoning/method, matter, chemical reactions, motion, forces and
energy.
CHEMISTRY
CHEMISTRY A, B, C
Course Number: 094101 + 094102 + 094103
Grade Level: 10-12
Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Chemistry or Physics
Prerequisite: Completion or concurrent enrollment in Geometry
Description: Chemistry is a yearlong course whose topics include
atoms, periodic trends, chemical bonds, chemical reactions, molecular
shapes and the mole. Math skills are utilized in problem solving.
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SCIENCE
BIOLOGY BIOLOGY A, B, C CONCURRENT ENROLLMENT SCIENCE
Course Number: 093201C + 093202C + 093203C
BIOLOGY A, B, C Grade Level: 12
Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Biology
Course Number: 093201 + 093202 + 093203 Prerequisite: 2.0 GPA or recommendation of instructor per
Grade Level: 11 cooperating school
Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Biology
Description: This course focuses on the concepts of biological
Description: Biology is the study of living organisms and how chemistry, cell structure and function, cellular metabolism,
organisms interrelate with each other in their environment. molecular genetics and heredity reproduction and development.
Topics include ecology, cells, DNA, genetics, evolution, some This course provides an overview of cell and membrane structure
human body systems and biodiversity. Students will participate in and function, cellular metabolism, genetics (cell division, heredity,
lab-based activities. DNA replication, protein synthesis, control of gene function) and
reproduction. The course also introduces students to laboratory
HEALTH SCIENCE BIOLOGY A, B, C techniques and experimental design. Students apply the major
concepts and theories in weekly laboratories.
Course Number: 093301 + 093302 + 093303
Grade Level: 11 ELECTIVES
Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Biology
ANIMAL BEHAVIOR
Description: Health Science Biology teaches basic biological Course Number: 096100
concepts with a health science emphasis. Biology is the study Grade Level: 9-12
of living organisms and how organisms interrelate with each Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective
other in their environment. Topics include ecology, cells, DNA,
genetics, evolution, human body systems and biodiversity. Description: Animal Behavior is the study of animals using
Students participate in lab-based activities. observation, labs and comparative analysis. Students work directly
with living animals to reinforce concepts of behavior.
HP BIOLOGY A, B, C
ANIMAL KINGDOM
Course Number: 093441 + 093442 + 093443 Course Number: 096200
Grade Level: 11 Grade Level: 9-12
Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Biology Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective
Note: This is a course designed for academically talented and
gifted students in science and/or college-bound students who are Description: This course investigates diversity in the animal
interested in a science-related career. kingdom. Starting with sponges and moving to more complex
animals, students learn about major phyla identifying similarities
Description: HP Biology curriculum advances at a faster pace and differences. Students do animal dissections and research.
and in greater depth than Biology. An emphasis is placed on lab
work with students utilizing reading, writing and study skills
to produce sophisticated products with professional detail.
Students are introduced to biological concepts through the study
of biochemistry, ecological relationships, cells, DNA, genetics,
evolution and systems of living organisms.
AP BIOLOGY A, B, C
Course Number: 092371 + 092372 + 092373
Grade Level: 12
Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Biology
Prerequisite: Biology or teacher recommendation and
completion of summer learning
Description: The two main goals of AP Biology are to help
students develop a conceptual framework for contemporary
biology and to help students gain an appreciation of science
as a process. Primary emphasis in an AP Biology course is
on developing an understanding of concepts rather than on
memorizing terms and technical details. AP Biology provides an
opportunity to take a college-level course in high school. Taking
an AP course will enhance students' confidence and help them be
better prepared for college. Weighted grades apply (see AP section on
page 2).
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SCIENCE ASTRONOMY HUMAN ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY A, B, C
Course Number: 096600 Course Number: 097701 + 097702 + 097703
Grade Level: 9-12 Grade Level: 11-12
Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective
Description: Astronomy teaches the night sky and the cosmos Description: In this course, students gain an understanding
in a one trimester elective. Students explore stars, constellations, of human anatomy (the parts) and physiology (how it works).
planets, the solar system and galaxies. Also discussed are the Course involves extensive reading and terminology commonly
possibility of alien life in the universe, communication with other used in health and medicine. Students participate in lab-based
life forms and the origin and evolution of the universe. dissections. Qualifies for Articulated College Credit (see page 5).
ASTRONOMY CONCURRENT ENROLLMENT PHYSICS A, B, C
Course Number: 096600C Course Number: 095101 + 095102 + 095103
Grade Level: 9-12 Grade Level: 11-12
Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Chemistry or Physics
Prerequisite: Completion of Geometry
Description: This is a course for which students will receive a
transcripted grade from the college with which the high school is Description: Physics is the study of relationships between energy
paired. It follows the paired school’s policies and procedures. This and matter that occur in the physical world. Physics includes the
course takes a big picture look at the universe as a whole. Topics study of optics (the behavior of light), mechanics (the behavior
include history of astronomy, origin and features of the planets and of objects and motion) and electricity (the behavior of electric
the Solar System, the lives and deaths of stars, cosmology and the charges). A variety of learning strategies are implemented
fate of the universe. It also covers recent discoveries and current including lecture, demonstration, discussion, laboratory work and
topics in astronomy. The laboratory component provides a variety problem solving. This physics course provides students with a
of methods to more fully investigate the process of astronomy. broad overview of the topics that are traditionally introduced in a
first-year college physics course.
BIOETHICS
PHYSICS: EXTENDED STUDIES A, B, C
Course Number: 096900
Grade Level: 9-12 Course Number: 092601 + 092602 + 092603
Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective Grade Level: 11-12
Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Chemistry or Physics
Description: Bioethics explores the ways that scientific Prerequisite: Physics First or HP Physics First
discoveries and technology affect the lives of people. It helps
students develop the skills of deciding what we "should" do. Description: This course is a follow-up to Physics First and HP
Students use case studies of past actions and attempts to look to Physics First. This course will cover motion and energy more
the future to make informed decisions. in-depth. Students will be introduced to electricity, magnetism,
optics, fluids, thermodynamics, general relativity and quantum
EXERCISE SCIENCE mechanics.
Course Number: 098000 AP PHYSICS A, B, C
Grade Level: 9-12
Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective Course Number: 095471 + 095472 + 095473
Grade Level: 10-12
Description: Exercise Science is studied through the process of Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective
science inquiry. Students study anatomy, nutrition and movement Prerequisite: Completion of Geometry
and apply these principles to their current lives and investigate
sport and exercise. Description: A college level introductory noncalculus-
based course. Mechanics, optics, electricity, magnetism,
FORENSIC SCIENCE thermodynamics, atomic physics. Weighted grades apply (see AP
section on page 2).
Course Number: 097900
Grade Level: 9-12 WILDLIFE BIOLOGY
Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective
Course Number: 093900
Description: Forensic Science is a lab-based class designed Grade Level: 9-12
for students interested in the field of forensic science. This Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective
course focuses on the skills and concepts behind crime scene
investigations. Students develop investigative skills and utilize Description: Wildlife Biology introduces students to field
a wide range of science concepts from physics, chemistry and research and principles of ecology by focusing on wildlife
biology. management and conservation. In this trimester elective, students
engage in both indoor and outdoor labs to develop and enhance
the understanding of key ecological concepts.
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SOCIAL STUDIES
PATHWAY:
SOCIAL STUDIES REQUIREMENTS
GRADE 9 GRADE 10 GRADE 11 GRADE 12
HUMAN GEOGRAPHY 9 U.S. HISTORY WORLD HISTORY ECONOMICS
COURSE OPTIONS +
GOVERNMENT /
CITIZENSHIP
▶ Human Geography 9 (2) ▶ U.S. History (3) ▶ W orld History (3) ▶ Economics (1)
▶ AP Human Geography (*3) ▶ AP U.S. History (3) ▶ W orld History Flex (3) ▶ Economics Online (1)
▶ U.S. History Concurrent ▶ World History Online (3) ▶ AP Macroeconomics (1)
▶ AP World History (3)
Enrollment (3) ▶ World History Concurrent +
Enrollment (3) ▶ Gov't & Citizenship (1)
▶ Gov't & Citizenship Online (1)
▶ AP U.S. Gov't & Politics (*2)
▶ Gov't Concurrent
Enrollment (1)
10 2 CREDITS (*3) 3 CREDITS 3 CREDITS 2 CREDITS (*3)
SOCIAL STUDIES CREDITS REQUIRED TO GRADUATE
VISION 20/20:
OSSEO EXCEL
▶ American Pop Culture Online
▶ Economics Online
▶ Government & Citizenship Online
▶ Sociology Online
▶ World History Online
OSSEO U
▶ Government Concurrent Enrollment
▶ U. S. History Concurrent Enrollment
▶ World History Concurrent Enrollment
OUR SOCIAL STUDIES DEPARTMENT AT OSSEO SENIOR HIGH WILL HELP SCHOLARS DEVELOP THE ABILITY TO MAKE INFORMED
DECISIONS FOR THE PUBLIC GOOD AS A MEMBER OF A CULTURALLY DIVERSE, DEMOCRATIC SOCIETY IN AN INTERDEPENDENT
WORLD.
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SOCIAL STUDIES
SOCIAL STUDIES REQUIRED COURSES U. S. HISTORY A, B, C
CONCURRENT ENROLLMENT
+ MUST REGISTER FOR ALL COURSE NUMBERS INDICATED Course Number: 075001 + 075002 + 075003
Grade Level: 10
HUMAN GEOGRAPHY Fulfills Grad Requirement For: U. S. History 10
Prerequisite: 2.0 GPA
HUMAN GEOGRAPHY 9 A, B
Description: Students in this year-long course will follow the
Course Number: 072401 + 072402 North Hennepin Community College HIST 1200: History of the
United States through 1877 syllabi, including course content,
Grade Level: 9 assessments and policies. NHCC requires that students enrolled in
Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Human Geography 9 this course have a 2.0 GPA or higher. This course will explore U.S.
History from European colonization to the present using college-
Description: In this two trimester course students study humans level reading, writing and historical thinking skills. Students who
and how they interact with their surroundings. Through meet NHCC's standard of completion will earn six NHCC credits.
discussion and geographic analysis, students develop perspectives
to view the world and understand current events. Topics include WORLD HISTORY
agriculture, climate change, migration, urbanization and culture.
WORLD HISTORY A, B, C
AP HUMAN GEOGRAPHY A, B, C Course Number: 073401 + 073402 + 073403
Course Number: 072471 + 072472 + 072473 Grade Level: 11
Grade Level: 9 Fulfills Grad Requirement For: World History
Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Human Geography 9
Description: In this year-long course, students will use the eight themes
Description: In this yearlong college-level course, students will of world history to explore the historical and geographic impacts on
be introduced to the systematic study of Human Geography. world cultures and civilizations from ancient to modern times. Students
Topics covered include population, movement, culture, language, will study various regions of the world and a diverse array of human
religion, industrialization and land use. Students will learn and events to better understand how the modern world has been shaped.
employ the methods of geographers and develop a geographic
perspective to view the landscape and understand current events. WORLD HISTORY FLEX A, B, C
Weighted grades apply (see AP section on page 2). Course Number: 073401B + 073402B + 073403B
Grade Level: 11
U.S. HISTORY Fulfills Grad Requirement For: World History
Prerequisite: Instructor approval
U. S. HISTORY 10 A, B, C
Course Number: 073101 + 073102 + 073103 Description: See course description above. Flex classes are designed to
Grade Level: 10 meet the same standards as traditional courses and provide the same
Fulfills Grad Requirement For: U. S. History 10 level of rigor. This provides the best of both worlds. Students have a
teacher to meet with for personal and small class instruction, and a
Description: In this course students analyze U.S. History from robust online learning experience. After class routines are established,
pre-colonization to the present. Focus is on the U.S.'s social, students will meet regularly in class with the instructor. Other days,
political, cultural and economic history in order to understand they will be responsible for online work outside of the classroom.
how the past shapes the present and influences the future.
WORLD HISTORY ONLINE A, B, C
AP U. S. HISTORY 10 A, B, C Course Number: 073401L + 073402L + 073403L
Course Number: 073271 + 073272 + 073273 Grade Level: 11
Grade Level: 10 Fulfills Grad Requirement For: World History
Fulfills Grad Requirement For: U. S. History 10
Description: See course description for Wold History. This
Description: In this yearlong college-level course students will course is offered 100% online. Students will work independently
learn about U.S. History from European colonization to the and have designated check-ins with an Osseo Excel Online
present. This course is designed to provide students with the Coordinator.
analytic skills and factual knowledge necessary to deal critically
with the problems and materials in United States history. Students AP WORLD HISTORY A, B, C
learn to assess historical materials for relevance, evidence and Course Number: 073471 + 073472 + 073473
interpretations presented in historical scholarship. Thematic Grade Level: 11
learning objectives include American and National Identity, Fulfills Grad Requirement For: World History
Politics and Power, Work, Exchange and Technology, Culture
and Society, Migration and Settlement, Geography and the Description: In this yearlong college-level course, students will
Environment, and America in the World. Weighted grades apply examine World History from 8,000 BCE to the present through
(see AP section on page 2). the lenses of geography, culture, politics, economics and society.
Weighted grades apply (see AP section on page 2).
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SOCIAL STUDIES
WORLD HISTORY A, B, C GOVERNMENT & CITIZENSHIP ONLINE SOCIAL STUDIES
CONCURRENT ENROLLMENT Course Number: 073900L
Course Number: 075101 + 075102 + 075103 Grade Level: 12
Grade Level: 11 Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Government & Citizenship
Fulfills Grad Requirement For: World History
Prerequisite: 2.0 GPA Description: See course description for Government &
Citizenship. This course is offered 100% online. Students will
Description: Students in this year-long course will follow the work independently and have designated check-ins with an Osseo
North Hennepin Community College HIST 1010: World History: Excel Online Coordinator.
Origins to 1300 syllabi, including course content, assessments and
policies. This course will explore world history from ancient and AP U. S. GOVERNMENT & POLITICS A, B
modern times using college-level reading, writing and historical Course Number: 074271 + 074272
thinking skills. Grade Level: 12
Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Government & Citizenship
ECONOMICS
Description: In this college-level course, students will develop an
ECONOMICS analytical perspective on government and politics in the United
Course Number: 073800 States. This course will cover constitutional underpinnings of
Grade Level: 12 the United States Government, political beliefs and behaviors,
Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Economics political parties, interest groups, mass media, Institutions of
National Government, public policy, civil rights and civil liberties.
Description: In this course students will explore knowledge Weighted grades apply (see AP section on page 2).
of economic fundamentals, microeconomics, macroeconomics
and personal finance. This course encourages students to GOVERNMENT CONCURRENT ENROLLMENT
utilize problem solving and high-level thinking while analyzing Course Number: 073900C
economic issues. Grade Level: 12
Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Government & Citizenship
ECONOMICS ONLINE Prerequisite: 3.0 GPA
Course Number: 074900
Grade Level: 12 Description: Students in this course will follow the Anoka-
Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Economics Ramsey Community College POLS 1111 syllabus, including course
content, assessments and policies. This college course is designed
Description: See course description for Economics. This course is to provide students with an understanding of the American
offered 100% online. Students will work independently and have political system including the U.S. Constitution, federalism, mass
designated check-ins with an Osseo Excel Online Coordinator. media, political parties, interest groups, Presidency, Congress,
federal bureaucracy, the courts, civil liberties and rights, and more.
AP MACROECONOMICS
Course Number: 074070 ELECTIVES
Grade Level: 12
Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Economics AMERICAN POP CULTURE
Course Number: 076300
Description: In this college-level course, students will explore the Grade Level: 9-12
monetary and fiscal policies as well as International Economics. Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective
Students will also examine the determination of economics
aggregates, such as total output, total employment and the price Description: This course explores the impact of mass media on
level. Weighted grades apply (see AP section on page 2). American Popular Culture. Topics explored include people and
personalities, special events, entertainment, sports, music, movies,
GOVERNMENT & CITIZENSHIP changing lifestyles, literature and the arts. The course looks at
how the evolution of American Popular Culture reflects the
GOVERNMENT & CITIZENSHIP norms and values of the time.
Course Number: 073900
Grade Level: 12 AMERICAN POP CULTURE ONLINE
Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Government & Citizenship Course Number: 077700
Grade Level: 9-12
Description: In this course students will study the roles of the Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective
executive, legislative and judicial branches of government at
the national, state and local levels as well as the foundations of Description: See course description for American Pop Culture.
American government. Students will examine the rights and This course is offered 100% online. Students will work independently
responsibilities of citizens in a democracy and will apply the and have designated check-ins with an Osseo Excel Online
fundamental principles of U.S. government to analyze elections Coordinator.
and public policy.
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SOCIAL STUDIES COMPARATIVE RELIGIONS RACE & CULTURE 2
Course Number: 076800 Course Number: 004500
Grade Level: 9-12 Grade Level: 9-12
Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective
P rerequisite: Race & Culture
Description: Comparative Religions will introduce the academic
and comparative study of the world's religious traditions. It will Description: Race and Culture 2 serves as a continuation of Race
examine the history, diversity, function and impact of religion. It and Culture. In this course, students will be required to complete
will not promote beliefs. a Youth Participatory Action Research (YPAR) project-based
learning experience. By using the foundational training protocol
CRIME & JUSTICE learned in Race and Culture, students will learn how to critically
engage in content and historical contexts surrounding individual,
Course Number: 077200 systemic and institutional racism.
Grade Level: 9-12
Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective RACE & CULTURE 2 FLEX
Description: In this course students will study the American Course Number: 004500B
criminal justice system and examine constitutional rights and Grade Level: 9-12
responsibilities within the system. Students will look at areas such Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective
as law enforcement, the court system and prison life. P rerequisite: Race & Culture
Note: This course may be repeated for credit.
PSYCHOLOGY
Description: See course description for Race & Culture 2. Flex
Course Number: 076900 classes are designed to meet the same standards as traditional
Grade Level: 9-12 courses and provide the same level of rigor. This provides the best
Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective of both worlds. Students will meet with a teacher for personal
and small class instruction, and a have robust online learning
Description: Students will be introduced to the scientific study experience. After class routines are established, students will
of human behavior and mental processes. They will explore and meet regularly in class with the instructor. Other days, they will
analyze human behavior by studying methodology, biopsychology, be responsible for online work outside of the classroom.
motivation, emotions, cognition, learning, sleep, dreams,
personality and abnormal psychology. SOCIOLOGY
AP PSYCHOLOGY A, B Course Number: 077100
Grade Level: 9-12
Course Number: 077571 + 077572 Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective
Grade Level: 9-12
Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective Description: In this course students will be introduced to the
study of sociology. Sociology is the study of society/group
Description: This college-level course is a comprehensive structure and how it impacts human behavior. Students will
introduction to the science of psychology–the study of human utilize tools and methods of scientific study to understand the
behavior and mental processes. It covers all the major subfields relationship of group dynamics on human behavior. Basic
of psychology which include brain, neuroscience, methodology, sociological principles will be applied to an analysis of social
sensation, perception, sleep, consciousness, motivation, structure.
emotion, learning, cognition, intelligence, personality, human
development, abnormal psychology and social psychology. SOCIOLOGY ONLINE
Weighted grades apply (see AP section on page 2).
Course Number: 077100L
RACE & CULTURE Grade Level: 9-12
Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective
Course Number: 004100 Prerequisite: Meet with OSH administration to determine if
Grade Level: 9-12 online learning is a good fit and complete introduction to Osseo
Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective Excel.
Description: This course develops students’ critical thinking Description: See course description for Sociology. This course is
and analytical skills to understand and evaluate the construction offered 100% online. Students will work independently and have
of race in the United States. This class explores subjugated designated check-ins with an Osseo Excel Online Coordinator.
knowledges by amplifying multidimensional resilience in the
presence of racism and provides students with the tools to
address and interrupt racism in our communities. Topics to be
covered include identifying and investigating personal racial
identities, race, privilege, power, critical race theory and historical
anthropology.
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TECHNICAL EDUCATION
PATHWAY:
AUTOMOTIVE & ENGINEERING CAREERS
AUTOMOTIVE: The Automotive Technology program is an ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) certified program in the state
of Minnesota. We provide students with an authentic, hands-on high school experience that prepares them to be leaders in the
Automotive Industry. Our program offers several internship opportunities, along with industry connections. Students who complete
the program have the opportunity to be industry certified through the state ASE affiliate.
ENGINEERING: This program offers a sequence of courses, which when combined with high level math and science skill acquisition,
introduces students to the scope, rigor, and discipline of engineering technology prior to entering college. By engaging in hands-on,
real world projects, students understand how the skills they are learning in the classroom can be applied in everyday life. The sequence
and comprehension of curriculum makes science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) relevant for students as they solve
problems, participate as collaborative teams, lead teams, conduct research, analyze data, understand real world impacts, speak to a
public audience and learn outside of classrooms. Project Lead the Way (PLTW) courses allow students to explore their interest in an
engineering career.
SUGGESTIONS CORE CLASSES GRADE 9 GRADE 10 GRADE 11 GRADE 12
ENGLISH (3 cr) ENGLISH (3 cr) ENGLISH (3 cr) ENGLISH (3 cr)
SOCIAL STUDIES (2 cr) SOCIAL STUDIES (2 cr)
HP PHYSICS FIRST (3 cr) SOCIAL STUDIES (3 cr) SOCIAL STUDIES (3 cr)
MATH (3 cr) AUTOMOTIVE:
AUTOMOTIVE: HP CHEMISTRY (3 cr) HP BIOLOGY (3 cr)
▶ A utomotive Service
▶ K now Your Auto MATH (3 cr) MATH (3 cr)
Technician
ENGINEERING: AUTOMOTIVE: AUTOMOTIVE:
CROSS-CURRICULAR:
▶ P LTW: Engineering 101 ▶ I ntroduction to ▶ A dvanced Automotive
▶ P ersonal Financial
Automotive Technology Technology
Management
CROSS-CURRICULAR: CROSS-CURRICULAR:
ENGINEERING:
▶ I ntroduction to Business ▶ B usiness & Personal Law
▶ P LTW: Computer Science
SUGGESTIONS ENGINEERING: ENGINEERING:
Engineering
▶ P LTW: Introduction to ▶ P LTW: Principles of
CROSS-CURRICULAR:
Engineering & Design Engineering
▶ P ersonal Financial
CROSS-CURRICULAR: CROSS-CURRICULAR:
Management
▶ 2 1st Century Skills in Trades ▶ B usiness & Personal Law
▶ A dvanced Skills in Trades
INDUSTRY ACADEMIC CERTIFICATIONS PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS
Automotive Service Introduction ASE Maintenance & Light Repair-G1
Engineering Principles • Robotics AP + PLTW Certificate
THE TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION DEPARTMENT, A CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION PROGRAM AT OSSEO SENIOR HIGH WILL
ENRICH EACH STUDENT AND THE OSH COMMUNITY THROUGH PRACTICAL EXPERIENCES, PROFESSIONALISM AND COLLABORATION.
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TECHNICAL EDUCATION
TECH ED VISION 20/20: INTRODUCTION TO AUTOMOTIVE
TECHNOLOGY A, B, C
OSSEO EXCEL
Course Number: 014201 + 014202 + 014203
▶ Computer Gaming A Online Grade Level: 9-12
Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective
OSSEO NEXT
Description: This course is designed for students who may be
▶ 21st Century Skills in Trade choosing a future career in automotive technology or a related
▶ A dvanced Automotive Technology career in this fast-paced, exciting, technology-driven field. Students
▶ Advanced Skills in Trades will learn correct procedures for servicing vehicles, shop safety
▶ Automotive Service Technician practices and the use of service resources such as service manuals,
▶ Engineering 101: PLTW Unleashed bulletins and electronic information systems. Subject matter is
▶ Introduction to Automotive Technology divided into three sections: fundamentals, electronics and brakes.
▶ Know Your Auto Topics of study will cover terminology for automotive service
▶ PLTW: Intro to Engineering Design and maintenance, shop skills and safety, tools and equipment use,
▶ PLTW: Principles of Engineering and related trade knowledge including basic systems, services and
▶ PLTW: Computer Science Engineering components. Laboratory exercises are focused on the systems of
engineering, science and technology, and computer applications
AUTOMOTIVE that apply to automotive diagnosis and service. Students will learn
about and be expected to demonstrate safe work habits and exhibit
KNOW YOUR AUTO classroom work habits and ethics consistent with occupational
Course Number: 014400 standards. Qualifies for Articulated College Credit (see page 5).
Grade Level: 9-12
Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective ADVANCED AUTOMOTIVE
Description: This course is focused on providing students with a TECHNOLOGY A, B, C
basic consumer level of knowledge of the automobile, including
mechanical language. Students will learn and practice on real Course Number: 014301 + 014302 + 014303
vehicles. They will learn about and perform basic maintenance Grade Level: 10-12
and repair related to common auto problems, basic under-hood Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective
repairs, roadside emergency repairs and checking fluid levels. Prerequisite: Introduction to Automotive Technology A, B, C
Students will also learn the importance of routine auto care and Note: 2 hour class/2 credits earned. Admission by application
cleaning as well as how to make informed consumer choices only. Please see instructor before registering.
and purchases. Students will learn about and be expected to
demonstrate safe work habits and exhibit ethics consistent with Description: This year-long course is designed for students that
occupational standards. want more advanced learning in automotive technology concepts
and practices and who have taken and successfully met standards in
the Introduction to Automotive Technology course. This course is
focused on advanced automotive concepts and practices with subject
matter divided into three sections: suspension and steering systems,
advanced electricity and electronics, and engine performance.
Laboratory exercises will focus on the systems of engineering,
science and technology and computer applications that apply to
automotive diagnosis and service. Students will complete a series of
capstone projects where they will demonstrate applied knowledge.
Students will learn about and be expected to demonstrate safe work
habits and exhibit ethics consistent with occupational standards.
Qualifies for Articulated College Credit (see page 5).
AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE TECHNICIAN A, B, C
Course Number: 014801 + 014802 + 014803
Grade Level: 9-12
Fulfills Grad Requirement For: Elective
Prerequisite: Advanced Automotive Technology A, B, C
Note: 2 hour class/2 credits earned. Admission by application
only. Please see instructor before registering.
Description: In this course, students will continue to develop the
knowledge of auto repair. Lab and classroom activities include
engine performance/driveability concerns, diagnosis and repair.
It will also focus heavily on electrical, infotainment, body control
and various other computer systems operation, diagnosis and
repair. This course is designed for students that are interested in a
career in the automotive service, or related field.
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