Dear Maple Grove Senior High Students and Families:
You are about to begin the annual registration for your high school course selection, which
involves many decisions. This process is extremely important because the course requests
you make will determine which courses are offered next year at Maple Grove Senior High. We
hope this process will be unique to each individual student’s needs. The high school
experience can be most memorable, enjoyable, and valuable, if thoughtful planning is used.
In order to complete the planning process, all of us - student, families, and staff - must work
closely together. As a school, we will provide courses that will be challenging and begin the
preparation of students for their post high school choices. As students, you must become
familiar with the courses and programs of studies offered at Maple Grove Senior High and
select courses that will help you reach your academic, personal and vocational goals.
Families, we need you to work with your student and the faculty in planning an appropriate
program of study for your son or daughter.
To assist you with this process, I strongly encourage you and your student to sit down and
discuss a four-year plan in each subject area. Over the years, requirements have changed,
new courses have been added and new learning opportunities exist that we want you to be
aware of prior to making your courses selections. If at any time during the program planning
process you have questions about the curriculum, course offerings, etc. please contact any
staff member, especially the ones listed below.
We hope each student is appropriately challenged and successful at Maple Grove Senior High.
Sincerely,
Bart Becker, Principal
Naida Grussing-Neitzel, Assistant Principal
Josie Johnson, Assistant Principal
Tamiko Thomas, Assistant Principal
Penny Newell, Special Education Building Coordinator
Linda Byers, Counselor
Heather Hernandez, Counselor
Darwin Kreft, Counselor
Matt Malakowsky, Counselor
Sarah Vander Pol, Counselor
Andrea Keys, Student Assistance Counselor
Mike Vecellio, Career Placement Specialist
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION ......................................................................................................................................... 4
PLANNING FOR HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION ........................................................................................ 5
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS GRADES 9—12 (Class of 2019) ............................................................ 6
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS GRADES 9—12 (Class of 2020 and Beyond) ........................................ 7
CAREER AND COLLEGE PLANNING ........................................................................................................ 8
CAREER GUIDANCE ............................................................................................................................... 8-9
EXTRACURRICULAR & CO-CURRICULAR ACTIVITY ACADEMIC ELIGIBILITY .................................... 10
BUSINESS, MARKETING & INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (BMIT) .................................................. 11-12
COOPERATIVE EDUCATION ................................................................................................................... 12
ENGLISH/LANGUAGE ARTS ............................................................................................................... 13-18
HEALTH SCIENCE MAGNET PROGRAM (at Osseo Senior High)....................................................... 19-20
MATHEMATICS .................................................................................................................................... 21-23
MUSIC .................................................................................................................................................. 24-27
PHYSICAL EDUCATION/HEALTH ....................................................................................................... 28-29
SCIENCE.............................................................................................................................................. 30-32
SOCIAL STUDIES ................................................................................................................................ 33-36
TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION ............................................................................................................... 37-39
VISUAL ARTS ...................................................................................................................................... 40-43
WORLD LANGUAGE............................................................................................................................ 44-45
SPECIAL PROGRAMS AND ADDITIONAL INFORMATION................................................................. 46-49
Articulation Agreements ...................................................................................................................... 46
Career & Technical Education/Special Education ............................................................................... 46
Concurrent Enrollment ....................................................................................................................... 46
English Learners (EL) ......................................................................................................................... 47
International Baccalaureate Programmes ........................................................................................... 47
Online Learning ............................................................................................................................ 47-48
Post Secondary Enrollment Options (PSEO) ...................................................................................... 48
Special Education ............................................................................................................................... 48
Student Aides ..................................................................................................................................... 49
Study Hall ........................................................................................................................................... 49
Volunteerism....................................................................................................................................... 49
REGISTRATION WORKSHEET ................................................................................................................ 50
COURSES BY TITLE (Alphabetical Index) ........................................................................................... 51-55
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INTRODUCTION
REGISTRATION GUIDELINES
Ninth graders must carry six credits per trimester. Tenth graders may register for 1 study hall for the
year if they have not failed any 9th grade classes. Eleventh and twelfth must carry a minimum of five
credits per trimester.
Repeating a class to improve a grade or remove a failure is usually permitted. It is the student’s
responsibility to inform the registrar’s office, using the procedure outlined in the student
handbook, when the repeated course is completed. When 2 classes with the same course
number appear on the transcript, the best grade will be retained. The other class remains on the
transcript and an “NC” will be given in place of the previous grade. An additional credit is not earned
when repeating a class, with the exception of some “lab” or “studio” classes.
Auditing of classes (taking a class for no credit) is not permitted under normal circumstances.
HOW TO USE THIS REGISTRATION HANDBOOK
Course descriptions are grouped together by the department in which the course is offered. There is an
Index in the back of the book that is alphabetical by course title, and indicates what page the course
description can be found.
Besides the course description, other information includes;
-the title of the course,
-the course number (which is the number that will be entered when you do your online registration)
-required Prerequisites (what you need to take before you take that course),
-the Graduation Requirement that course would fulfill (for requirements, see chart on pages 6 & 7) ,
-the target grade level that the course is intended for.
The may also be some very important notes regarding the course.
REGISTRATION INSTRUCTIONS
1. Make sure you understand the procedures before you begin.
2. Review requirements for graduation.
3. Read and understand the course descriptions and prerequisites.
4. Decide which courses you want to take, based on your plans for after high school (college, tech school,
etc.)
5. Discuss plans with your parents/guardians.
6. If necessary, consult with teachers or counselor.
7. Use information you have about yourself, such as test results, interest inventories, and past grades.
8. Check entrance requirements for colleges and other post-secondary programs before you select your
school courses for future endeavors.
CLASS CHANGE REQUESTS
Once the registration process is complete, class change requests are discouraged, and in some
cases, not possible. Please refer to the student handbook for additional information.
TERMINOLOGY AND DEFINITIONS
Required course: A course that every student must pass in order to graduate from all ISD 279 Osseo
Area schools, including Maple Grove Senior High.
Prerequisite: A course that students must pass before registering for a higher level course
Elective: Term used to describe any course that is not a required course
Lab: These courses may be repeated for credit with additional expectations.
Studio: Course that is taken once a student reaches a high proficiency level (i.e. Art). May be
repeated for credit.
Zero Hour: A course that if offered before 1st hour (class usually starts about 6:30 AM) It is
important for all students to have their own transportation for the duration of
the class.
Flex: Flex courses are offered outside of the normal parameters of a school schedule.
These courses allow students to learn online instead of physical attendance
some days of the week.
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PLANNING FOR HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION
To graduate from an Osseo Area school you must meet the following requirements:
45 credits in specified areas (as listed below)
19 elective credits
Meet State Graduation Testing Requirements
English Math Science Social Studies
12 credits 9 credits 9 credits 10 credits
(4 years) (3 years including (3 years, must include
Non-Linear Algebra, Science 9, Biology and
Geometry and Algebra 2) Chemistry OR Physics)
Life Fitness Health Fine Arts Electives
1 credit (taken in any 1 credit (taken in any 3 credits (see list below of 19 credits
grade 9 - 12) grade 9 - 12) eligible courses)
The following courses meet the Fine Arts requirements for graduation:
Visual Arts: all courses offered through the ISD 279 - Osseo Area Schools Visual Arts department in
grades 9-12
Music: all courses offered through the ISD 279 - Osseo Area Schools Music department in grades 9-12
AND
Advanced Dramatic Literature Introduction to Engineering Design
Advanced Journalism 1 and 2 Journalism
Architectural Design Journalism Internship
Art of Film Movement Across Cultures
Basic Journalism Multi-Media Expressions 9
Communication Technologies 9 Photography B: Digital and Darkroom
Computer Gaming and 3-D Modeling Principles of Construction
Design and Production Technology 9 Radio and Television
Digital Photography Specialty Tech Lab Wood Technology
FACS 9 (North View only) Textile Art and Design 9
Fashion Apparel and Design Web Design 1 and 2
Gateway to Technology 9 Wood Technology
IB Diploma Programme Film Yearbook Lab
Interactive Multimedia for Business
Interior Design
Introduction to CAD
Introduction to Dramatic Literature (A, B)
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR PLANNING
1. The school year in ISD 279 - Osseo Area Schools is divided into three 12-week trimesters.
2. As outlined in the Student Handbook, PASS/FAIL grading may be assigned to a student by administrative
actions only. These circumstances would include medical issues, hospitalizations, and other situations
deemed as appropriate by administration.
3. ISD 279 high schools allows for the use of weighted grades for classes that involve a more rigorous
curriculum and course of study. Such classes may include: Advanced Placement (AP); International
Baccalaureate (IB) and Autonomous Learner Program (ALP) classes. District high schools will specifically
designate in registration handbooks all classes which afford weighted grading due to academic rigor. The
weighted grading systems adds a value of .34 to any grade of a “C” or higher earned in identified courses.
Final transcripts will show both weighted and unweighted GPA.
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Graduation Requirements Grades 9—12
Class of 2019
ISD 279 Osseo Area Schools
Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12
Trimester 1 Trimester 1 Trimester 1 Trimester 1
1. English 9 or 1. English 10 or 1. English 11 or 1. English 12 or
equivalent equivalent equivalent equivalent
2. U.S. History 9 2. U.S. History 10 A 2. World History & 2. Economics
Geography A
3. Physical Science 9 3 Biology 3. * Science (Chemistry 3. elective
or Physics)
4. * Math 4. * Math 4. * Math 4. elective
5. elective 5. elective 5. elective 5. elective
6. elective 6. elective 6. elective 6. elective
Trimester 2 Trimester 2 Trimester 2 Trimester 2
1. English 9 or 1. English 10 or 1. English 11 or 1. English 12 or
equivalent equivalent equivalent equivalent
2. U.S. History 9 2. U.S. History 10 B 2. World History & 2. Government &
Geography B Citizenship
3. Physical Science 9 3. Biology 3. * Science (Chemistry 3. elective
or Physics)
4. * Math 4. * Math 4. * Math 4. elective
5. * Health 5. elective 5. elective 5. elective
6. elective 6. elective 6. elective 6. elective
Trimester 3 Trimester 3 Trimester 3 Trimester 3
1. English 9 or 1. English 10 or 1. English 11 or 1. English 12 or
equivalent equivalent equivalent equivalent
2. U.S. History 9 2. Biology 2. World History & 2. elective
Geography C
3. Physical Science 9 3 * Math 3. * Science (Chemistry 3. elective
or Physics)
4. * Math 4. elective 4. * Math 4. elective
5. * Life Fitness 5. elective 5. elective 5. elective
6. elective 6. elective 6. elective 6. elective
Health and Life Fitness can be taken any year in grades 9-12
Chemistry or Physics requirement can be taken grade 11 or 12
Students must pass Non-Linear Algebra, Geometry and Algebra 2
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Graduation Requirements Grades 9—12
Class of 2020 and Beyond
ISD 279 Osseo Area Schools
Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12
Trimester 1 Trimester 1 Trimester 1 Trimester 1
1. English 9 or 1. English 10 or 1. English 11 or 1. English 12 or
equivalent equivalent equivalent equivalent
2. Human Geography 9 A 2. U.S. History 10 A 2. World History A 2. Economics
3. Physical Science 9 3 Biology 3. * Science (Chemistry 3. elective
or Physics)
4. * Math 4. * Math 4. * Math 4. elective
5. elective 5. elective 5. elective 5. elective
6. elective 6. elective 6. elective 6. elective
Trimester 2 Trimester 2 Trimester 2 Trimester 2
1. English 9 or 1. English 10 or 1. English 11 or 1. English 12 or
equivalent equivalent equivalent equivalent
2. Human Geography 9 B 2. U.S. History 10 B 2. World History B 2. Government &
Citizenship
3. Physical Science 9 3. Biology 3. * Science (Chemistry 3. elective
or Physics)
4. * Math 4. * Math 4. * Math 4. elective
5. * Health 5. elective 5. elective 5. elective
6. elective 6. elective 6. elective 6. elective
Trimester 3 Trimester 3 Trimester 3 Trimester 3
1. English 9 or 1. English 10 or 1. English 11 or 1. English 12 or
equivalent equivalent equivalent equivalent
2. Physical Science 9 2. U.S. History 10 C 2. World History C 2. elective
3. * Math 3 Biology 3. * Science (Chemistry 3. elective
or Physics)
4. * Life Fitness 4. * Math 4. * Math 4. elective
5. elective 5. elective 5. elective 5. elective
6. elective 6. elective 6. elective 6. elective
Health and Life Fitness can be taken any year in grades 9-12
Chemistry or Physics requirement can be taken in grades 11 or 12
Students must pass Non-Linear Algebra, Geometry and Algebra 2
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CAREER AND COLLEGE PLANNING
The mission of the Career Resource Center (CRC) is to create and support a career development and/or post-
high school plan for each student. The CRC supports the high school Advisement program with career and
college planning activities and can provide guidance, career planning and college resources, and information
about options for life after high school.
The CRC is available to help parents and students with:
Research and Guidance Testing
Large group informational presentations ACT/SAT
Individual appointments PSAT/NMSQT
College representative visits Advanced Placement
College & career speaker visits International Baccalaureate
CRC bulletin College Level Exam Program (CLEP)
Upcoming ACT and SAT test dates TOEFL
College open house information
College & Career speaker visits Special Activities
Scholarship opportunities Member of North Hennepin Chamber of
Military representative visits Commerce
Official transcripts and verification data for Mock Interviews, Star Student Awards and
college applications/scholarships Banquet, e-Mentoring
Financial Aid District 287 programs
Free Application for Federal Student Aid Hennepin Technical College
(FAFSA) Upward Bound
Scholarship opportunities Cornerstones
Student loan information
NCAA Clearinghouse (for college athletics) Employment Opportunities
Core course audit
Division I and II eligibility
CAREER GUIDANCE
Post-High School Training
The following information may be helpful as you think about requirements for entrance into the various kinds of
training after high school. College entrance requirements and high school graduation requirements are not the
same. Each college has its own admission standards, so you should learn about the entrance requirements for
the college(s) of your choice. Ask your counselor or CRC personnel for information on specific college entrance
requirements.
Most colleges in Minnesota require an entrance exam. It is recommended that you take the ACT with writing or
the SAT in the spring of your junior year.
Some colleges request statements from your high school counselor about your character, personality or class
rank. A high school transcript (grades 9-12) is also necessary. Recommendation letters from counselors and
teachers are available, and need to be arranged in advance with your counselor or teacher(s).
Minnesota Public State Colleges & Universities
It is usually recommended that students have four years of English, three years of math, three years of science,
three years of social studies, two years of a single, second language, and one year of visual and/or performing
arts. The University of Minnesota Twin Cities has additional entrance requirements for most colleges within the
University.
Private Liberal Arts College
Admission requirements for liberal arts colleges in Minnesota vary. Generally, colleges recommend or require
students to have four years of English, three years of math, three years of social studies, three years of science,
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and two to three years of world language in 9 through 12 grades.
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Community College (2-year transfer or 2-year Associate Degree)
Entrance requirements specify graduation from an accredited high school. Some programs (e.g. nursing) may
have specific entrance requirements.
Technical Colleges
Public Technical Colleges in Minnesota offer more than 100 different types of trades training for students who are
at least 16 years old. Qualified students are accepted for admission at any of the schools. The Technical Colleges
closest to our school district are Hennepin, Anoka, Minneapolis, and St. Paul Area Technical Colleges. Technical
training programs include Agriculture and Natural Resources, Arts Communication and Humanities, Business and
Administration, Engineering, Manufacturing and Technology, Health Services and Human Services. Many of
these training programs either require or recommend a strong background in specific technology education and
math courses.
Military Service and Training
Reserve Officer Training Corps
The ROTC consists of 478 units - Army, Navy, and Air Force - at over 300 public and private colleges throughout
the country. All three branches offer financial aid grants covering the cost of tuition, fees, books, laboratory fees,
and in some cases, living expenses. There are two, three, and four-year subsidized programs.
The Federal Academies
All academies (Army, Navy, Air Force, Coast Guard and Merchant Marine) offer four years of college education
leading to a Bachelor of Science degree. A candidate's academic qualifications for admission to any one of the
five academies are determined by College Entrance Examination Board tests and a review of the entire scholastic
record. Juniors interested in securing appointments to one of the academies, other than the Coast Guard
Academy, should write to their Senator and District Representative in Congress, or the academy of his/her choice
for an Officer Candidate Kit.
Officer Candidate School
College graduates can earn commissions in the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps or Coast Guard even if they
have no ROTC or other prior military training. Applications may be made for enlistment from civilian life to attend
officer candidate school during the senior year of college.
Any student wishing to qualify for an officer training program should take college prep courses with emphasis on
advanced math and science. Preliminary steps for application should be taken during the winter trimester of the
junior year.
Enlistment
Students interested in direct military enlistment may see local recruiters during their monthly visits to their school.
For further information about all the above types of post-high school training and
financial aid, students are urged to check with the Career Resource Center.
Students who do not plan post-high school training
If you do not intend to continue formal schooling beyond high school, you should
select your courses carefully with input from your counselor, teachers, or other
knowledgeable adults. Employers are demanding more and more specialization. In
some areas, by taking the proper sequence of courses, you can obtain the necessary
skills for entry into certain occupations.
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EXTRACURRICULAR AND CO-CURRICULAR ACTIVITY ACADEMIC ELIGIBILITY
Activities in ISD 279 offer students opportunities for participation and involvement in the school beyond the
classroom. However, it is important that students remember their first responsibility is to be successful in
school. Academic achievement is not to be sacrificed for participation in activity programs.
ISD 279 – Osseo Area Schools is a member of the Minnesota State High School League (MSHSL) and
Northwest Suburban Conference, and follows and enforces all of their rules and regulations.
In order to participate in high school activities, a The plan for determining academic eligibility for
student must be - MSHSL activities is as follows:
1. registered as a full-time student; Eligibility will be determined at the start of each
2. enrolled in at least five credit-producing classes school year and after each marking period.
each trimester; and A student is ineligible if the total number of
3. making progress toward accumulation of the 64 credits at the beginning of each trimester is less
credits required for graduation according to the than the number listed in the table at left.
chart below: If a winter or spring sport begins before tri 1 or
tri 2 grades have been posted, students may
REQUIRED CREDITS TO PARTICIPATE IN appear eligible to begin a winter or spring
ACTIVITIES activity, but become ineligible once grades/
GRADE FALL WINTER SPRING credits are posted.
9 0 4 8 The Activities Coordinator will follow up after
grades and credits are posted to ensure all
10 13 18 23 students are eligible.
11 28 34 40 The Activities Coordinator will inform any
12 46 52 58 student who becomes ineligible.
Note: 64 credits required to graduate
To be certified by the NCAA Clearinghouse, you must accomplish the following:
1. Graduate from high school
You should apply for certification before CORE UNITS REQUIRED DIVISION DIVISION
graduation if you wish to participate in athletics FOR NCAA I II
as a freshman at the college to which you will CERTIFICATION
be admitted. The Clearinghouse will issue a English 4 years 3 years
preliminary certification report when you have
submitted all of your materials. After Math 3 years 2 years
graduation, the Clearinghouse will review your Science 2 years 2 years
final transcript to make a final certification
decision according to NCAA standards. Social Studies 2 years 2 years
2. Earn a grade-point average of at least 2.3 From English, Math, or 1 year 3 years
(for Division I) and 2.0 (Division II) (on a Science
4.00 scale) in a core curriculum of at least 16
courses which were successfully completed Additional Core: English, 4 years 4 years
during grades nine through 12. The chart Math, Science, World
included here shows core courses you must Language, Philosophy,
include at a minimum. Non-doctrinal Religion
3. Earn a minimum SAT/ACT sum score.
Total Core Units 16 years 16 years
For additional information you may go to Required
www.ncaaclearinghouse.net or www.ncaa.org.
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BUSINESS, MARKETING & INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (BMIT)
Business and Personal Law Keyboarding and Business Communications
Course Number: 104300 Course Number: 102200
Prerequisite: None Earn college credit in high school—this course qualifies for
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective articulated college credit. See page 46 for more information.
Grade Level: 9-12 Prerequisite: Computer skills and typing experience
Course Description: This course offers an introduction to law. Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective
Including topics such as buyers rights, school law, family law, and Grade Level: 9-12
contracts. You can expect class discussions, guest speakers and group
projects as part of this course. Course Description: You will refine your keyboarding skills, increase
typing speed and learn the use of Microsoft Word. Learn to create
professional and personal letters, reports, forms, and job application
Effective Study for High School and College documents.
Course Number: 106100
Prerequisite: None Marketing
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective Course Number: 105100
Grade Level: 9-12 Prerequisite: None
Course Description: This class will help you improve your Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective
organization, test taking, listening, time management and note taking
skills. What you learn in this course can be immediately applied to all of Grade Level: 9-12
your other courses, both and high school and in your post-secondary Course Description: You will discover the principles of marketing, how
studies. to persuade and advertise, how the marketing research process works
and the responsibilities of marketing.
Entrepreneurship
Course Number: 104400 Personal Financial Management
Prerequisite: None Course Number: 103300
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective Concurrent enrollment options may be available. See the teacher
Grade Level: 9-12 for more information
Course Description: Learn how to open our own business and how to Prerequisite: None
research and write your own business plan. From finding a location for Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective
your company, learning financial requirements and determining your
competition, you will learn to be your own boss. Grade Level: 9-12
Course Description: Learn to manage your money at all stages of life.
Find out how to develop and live on a budget, and learn about banking,
Financial and Investment Planning saving strategies, and simple tax filing.
Course Number: 103400
Prerequisite: None Positive Leadership
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective Course Number: 104200
Grade Level: 9-12 Prerequisite: None
Course Description: Learn to take charge of your financial future! In
this class you will learn about investment options and understand how Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective
stocks, bonds, mutual funds, and life insurance can play a part in Grade Level: 9-12
growing your own money tree! Course Description: Define your strengths and weaknesses and learn
advanced concepts in leadership as you develop skills that will help you
Introduction to Business reach your goals. Learn how to be a positive leader and develop
Course Number: 104100 successful techniques for managing teams and communicating with
others.
Prerequisite: None
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective
Grade Level: 9-12
Course Description: This course is an introduction to all aspects of
business. You will identify the path to follow for future success in
business, explore the role of business in our global economy, and study
the functional areas of business and business career opportunities.
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BUSINESS, MARKETING & INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (BMIT) continued
Principles of Accounting A, B, C Sports and Entertainment Marketing
Course Numbers: 103101 + 103102 + 103103 Course Number: 105200
Prerequisite: A - none, B - Principles of Accounting A, Prerequisite: None
C - Principles of Accounting B Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective Grade Level: 9-12
Grade Level: 9-12 Course Description: Learn the basic concepts of economic, marketing and
merchandising in both the sports world and the entertainment world. This course
teaches how markets use agents and public relation tools to capture their
Note: Students may sign up to take only Accounting A audience.
for career exploration.
Web Design 1
Course Description: Course Number: 102500
Principles of Accounting A: This class is an introduction to the fundamental Note: Prior knowledge of keyboarding is strongly recommended
concepts needed to run a business. You will learn basic terminology and explore
career opportunities. Prerequisite: None
Principles of Accounting B: This class extends your learning in Accounting A to Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective, Fine Arts
include accounting principles needed for a merchandising business set up as a Grade Level: 9-12
partnership. Course Description: You will create web sites, becoming a published web
Principles of Accounting C: This class applies what you learned in Accounting designer using XHTML, CSS and Photoshop.
A and B to accounting for a corporation. A simulation will be used to give you
practical experience and real-life examples.
COOPERATIVE EDUCATION
College and Career Readiness Off To College continued This course is designed to prepare juniors and
Course Number: 112101; 112102; 112103 seniors for post secondary educations. Specifically focusing on: Researching
post secondary options based on their career goals, how to pay for college
Note: May be taken for one trimester or more; specify trimester by (financial aid options, FAFSA), the college admissions process (college essay
course number and personal statement), College Life 101, College terminology, strategies for
success in college, and scheduling/planning
Prerequisite: None
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective Volunteer Service
Grade Level: 10-12 Course Number: 113101; 113102; 113103
Course Description: This course will prepare you for a successful transition to Note: May be taken for one trimester or more; specify trimester by
college. It will help with career planning, interpersonal skills and goal setting, and course number
you will develop employability skills through cooperative, project based learning
experiences. Prerequisite: You must be able to provide your own transportation to
College and Career Readiness Internship volunteer sites.
Course Number: 112201; 112202; 112203 Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective
Note: May be taken for one trimester or more; specify trimester by Grade Level: 10-12
course number Course Description: Through service, you will go out in the community and
Prerequisite: Must be taken with College and Career Readiness experience a minimum of 40 hours of volunteer based services. Students will be
concurrently. You must be able to provide your own transportation to responsible for securing their own volunteer placement.
job sites..
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective Exploring the Teaching Profession A, B, C
Grade Level: 10-12 Course Number: 004301, 004302, 004303
Course Description: With coordinator assistance, you will participate in Prerequisite: none
competitive employment, job shadowing, volunteer service, apprenticeship or Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective
internships.
Grade Level: 11 - 12
Off To College
Course Number: 113300 Course Description: Students explore and respond to the question, “Why
teach?” In doing so, they examine their own interests in teaching while taking a
Prerequisite: None close look at the multiple factors (social, historical, political) that shape schools
today. Students will volunteer in area schools in a service-learning capacity,
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective attend class, make presentations, write reflective papers and blog posts in
Grade Level: 11-12 response to assignments, participate in discussions, and engage in small group
learning activities. Service-learning experiences are central to learning, and along
with course readings, provide the basis for discussion and reflection.
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ENGLISH/LANGUAGE ARTS
REQUIRED COURSES
Is High Performance or Advanced Placement right for you? See chart below and talk to your English teacher.
Program Explanation Advantages Considerations
AP College-level May receive college credit Must take the AP exam to receive
curriculum Develop higher level thinking potential college credit
Advanced Recognized skills Students must have above
Placement nationally Additional honor points earned average ability in reading, writing
and math
Rigorous with a C or above, for weighted
Available to all grade GPA Expect considerable homework in
most classes
levels
Students self-select This level of coursework is
expected from highly selective
colleges
HP Accelerated More challenge than regular- No college credit
curriculum level course Expect more homework in most
High Rigorous Develop higher level thinking classes
Performance Available to all grade skills This level of coursework is
levels Prepares students for college- expected from highly selective
level curriculum colleges
9th grade graduation requirement
Choose one of the following - See chart above for HP information
English 9 A, B, C HP English 9 A, B, C
Course Number: 032501 + 032502 + 032503 Course Number: 032641 + 032642 + 032643
Must register for all 3 trimesters Must register for all 3 trimesters
Prerequisite: None Note: This course includes extensive reading and writing
Fulfills graduation requirement for: English 9 assignments. Summer reading may be assigned and
Grade Level: 9 must be completed by the first day of school.
Course Description: English 9 focuses on developing Prerequisite: None
and strengthen skills in writing, reading, speaking, Fulfills graduation requirement for: English 9
listening, and thinking. The writing process will be used Grade Level: 9
to complete multiparagraph expository essays and
creative compositions. A variety of reference materials Course Description: HP English 9 is an in-depth study
and media skills will be used to conduct research and to of the skills and practices covered in English 9. Students
write a formal paper. Students will continue to practice will be introduced to analysis of various genres of
language skills in spelling, vocabulary, and grammar. literature and focus on advanced writing skills. The
The study of literature includes short stories, novels, course will be enhanced by emphasizing higher-level
drama, poetry and nonfiction. Attention is also given to thinking skills, creative problem solving, and advanced
effective reading strategies and independent reading. research skills. Group and individual projects are integral
components of this course.
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ENGLISH/LANGUAGE ARTS
REQUIRED COURSES
10th grade graduation requirement
Choose one of the following - See chart on page 13 for HP information
English 10 A, B, C Integrated English 10* and U.S. History ALP 10
Course Number: 032901 + 032902 + 032903 Course Numbers: 033151 + 033152 + 033153
Must register for all 3 trimesters Prerequisites: Subject to application and approval
Prerequisite: None Fulfills Graduation Requirement for: English 10; U.S.
Fulfills graduation requirement for: English 10 History 10
Grade Level: 10 Grade Level: 10
Course Description: In this required course you will Course Description: ALP 10 (Autonomous Learner
study literature, composition and language/ Program) is a challenging class that combines the 10th
communication skills. You will read novels, poetry, grade English and Social Studies requirements into a single
short fiction and non-fiction; you will write narrative, class. Expect homework most school nights.
expository, and argumentative papers; and you will This course, based on Betts' Autonomous Learner Program
give presentations. Model, is designed for academically gifted and talented
learners in English and social studies. The students
commit to the entire course set if they apply and are
HP English 10 A, B, C selected for this program. The Autonomous Learner
Course Number: 033041 + 033042 + 033043 Program gives students opportunities to discover the notion
of giftedness, to develop their individual talents, to allow
Must register for all 3 trimesters enrichment to curricular matters, to participate in self-
Note: This course includes extensive reading and writing directed seminars, and to conduct in-depth studies.
assignments. Summer reading may be assigned and Students will be challenged with rigorous content, which will
must be completed by the first day of school. lead to creative, quality products. Students in this course
will meet the district objectives and state standards for both
Prerequisite: None
English and social studies.
Fulfills graduation requirement for: English 10
Upon completion of the course, students will receive 6
Grade Level: 10 credits (3 in English and 3 in U. S. History 10).
Course Description: This course enhances regular *weighted grade course (see pg. 6)
English 10 by emphasizing literary analysis of short
stories, novels, drama, and poetry. This course requires
of independent work done out of class.
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ENGLISH/LANGUAGE ARTS REQUIRED COURSES
11th grade graduation requirement
Choose one of the following - See chart on page 13 for AP and HP information
English 11 A, B, C AP English 11 Flex A, B, C *
Course Number: 033401 + 033402 + 033403 Course Number: 033971 + 033972 + 033973
Must register for all 3 trimesters Must register for all 3 trimesters
Prerequisite: None Note: Advanced Placement course. This course includes extensive
reading and writing assignments all year. Summer reading will be
Fulfills graduation requirement for: English 11
assigned and must be completed by the first day of school. Students
Grade Level: 11 are encouraged to take the AP Exam for this course.
Course Description: In this required course you will study literature, Note: Flex courses are offered outside of the normal parameters of
composition and language/communication skills. You will write a school schedule. Some days during the week, the student will
informational, persuasive, reflective/technical papers with an overall learn online instead of physically attending class.
focus on college preparation.
Prerequisite: None
English 11 Flex A, B, C Fulfills graduation requirement for: English 11
Course Number: 033501 + 033502 + 033503
Grade Level: 11
Note: Flex courses are offered outside of the normal parameters of
a school schedule. Some days during the week, the student will Course Description: See AP English 11
learn online instead of physically attending class.
Integrated English 11* and World History ALP 11
Must register for all 3 trimesters Course Numbers: 033551 + 033552 + 033553
Prerequisite: None Prerequisites: Subject to application and approval or continuation
after successful completion of ALP 10
Fulfills graduation requirement for: English 11
Grade Level: 11
Grade Offered: 11 Fulfills Graduation Requirement for: English 11; World History and
Course Description: See English 11 Geography
Course Description: ALP 11 (Autonomous Learner Program) is a
AP English 11 A, B, C * challenging class that combines the 11th grade English and Social
Course Number: 033871 + 033872 + 033873 Studies requirements into a single class. Expect homework most
school nights. Upon completion of the course, you will receive six
Must register for all 3 trimesters credits.
Note: Advanced Placement course. This course includes extensive This course, based on Betts' Autonomous Learner Program Model, is
reading and writing assignments all year. Summer reading will be designed for academically gifted and talented learners in English and
assigned and must be completed by the first day of school. Students social studies. The students commit to the entire course set if they
are encouraged to take the AP Exam for this course. apply and are selected for this program. The Autonomous Learner
Program gives students opportunities to discover the notion of
Prerequisite: None giftedness, to develop their individual talents, to allow enrichment to
Fulfills graduation requirement for: English 11 curricular matters, to participate in self-directed seminars, and to
conduct in-depth studies. Students in this course will meet the district
Grade Level: 11 objectives and state standards for both English and social studies.
Course Description: This college-level course focuses intensely on Upon completion of the course, students will receive six credits (3 in
language and rhetorical analysis, persuasive techniques and writing, English and 3 in World History/World Geography).
and critical reading both fiction and non-fiction. You will be
responsible for doing reading and writing projects on your own,
outside of class time.
*weighted grade course (see pg. 6)
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ENGLISH/LANGUAGE ARTS
REQUIRED COURSES
12th grade graduation requirement
Choose one of the following - See chart on page 13 for AP and HP information
English 12 A, B, C Integrated English 12* and Government & Citizenship/
Course Number: 034101 + 034102 + 034103 Economics ALP 12
Course Numbers: 034251 + 034252 + 034253
Must register for all 3 trimesters
Prerequisites: Subject to application and approval or
Prerequisite: None
continuation after successful completion of ALP 11
Fulfills graduation requirement for: English 12
Grade Level: 12
Grade Level: 12
Fulfills Graduation Requirement for: English 12;
Course Description: In this required course you will Government & Citizenship and Economics
learn to read, write, and think critically and independently.
Reading selections will draw from classical, contemporary Course Description: ALP 12 (Autonomous Learner
and multicultural literature. The research and writing Program) is a challenging class that combines the 12th
processes are emphasized. grade English and Social Studies requirements into a
single class. Expect homework most school nights.
This course, based on Betts' Autonomous Learner
AP English 12 A, B, C * Program Model, is designed for academically gifted and
Course Number: 034371 + 034372 + 034373 talented learners in English and social studies. The
students commit to the entire course set if they apply and
Must register for all 3 trimesters are selected for this program. The Autonomous Learner
Note: Advanced Placement course. This course Program gives students opportunities to discover the
includes extensive reading and writing assignments. notion of giftedness, to develop their individual talents, to
Summer reading will be assigned and must be completed allow enrichment to curricular matters, to participate in
by the first day of school. Students are encouraged to self-directed seminars, and to conduct in-depth studies.
take the AP Exam for this course. Students will be challenged with rigorous content, which
will lead to creative, quality products. Students in this
Prerequisite: None course will meet the district objectives and state
Fulfills graduation requirement for: English 12 standards for both English and social studies.
Grade Level: 12 Upon completion of the course, students will receive five
credits (3 English, 1 in Economics, and 1 in Government
Course Description: This college-level course focuses and Citizenship).
intensely on literary analysis of poetry, drama, and prose.
You regularly will write literary analytical assignments, with
an extensive focus on reading poetry and prose.
Discussion and presentation skills are also emphasized.
You will be responsible for independent work, including
class projects. *weighted grade course (see pg. 6)
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ENGLISH/LANGUAGE ARTS
ELECTIVE COURSES
21st Century Media: Seeing the World in the Digital Age Art of Film
Course Number: 037500 Course Number: 036900
Prerequisite: None Prerequisite: None
Grade Level: 9-12 Grade Level: 9-12
Fulfills Graduation Requirement for: Elective Fulfills Graduation Requirement for: Elective, Fine Arts
Course Description: Students will get to encounter a variety Course Description: Art of Film students go beyond writing film
of media--from the classic print, to the newest apps and scripts; they transform their scripts into movies. In their first film
platforms. All the while, students will analyze and learn the project, students learn to practice “show, don’t tell” within both
role these media play in our world, and examine how these their scripts and their movies. In their second film project,
forms are currently being used in current events. students learn to plant subtext (hidden intentions) beneath their
characters’ words within both their scripts and their movies. In
African American Literature both projects, students aim to maximize their audience’s
Course Number: 035700 emotional experiences by writing conflict-based scripts.
Throughout the course, students are encouraged to enter local
Prerequisite: None and national film competitions. At the end of the course, students
Grade Level: 9-12 invite their families and friends to their film premieres on Movie
Fulfills Graduation Requirement for: Elective Night. Art of Film students “learn by doing”—and have fun doing
Course Description: The African American experience in it. If you are ready to put your creative talents to the test within
this unique writing/filmmaking experience, Art of Film is for you.
America has been a trial of the human spirit. Brought here
in chains as slaves, forced to work for generations in the
fields of the South, subject to the racism and oppression of Creative Writing
an openly racist society, ignored for decades in their Course Number: 037200
freedom, segregated from opportunity for most of this
century, African Americans have endured, adapted and Prerequisite: None
experienced the gamut of human emotion and travail. We Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective
will trace this experience through the stories, thoughts and Grade Level: 9-12
letters of their greatest writers. Course Description: In a workshop setting, you will have
the opportunity to work independently or with others to
write poetry and prose. You will learn from prewriting to
revision, to create polished writing for a public audience.
The Graphic Novel
Course Number: 037400
Prerequisite: None
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective
Grade Level: 9-12
Course Description: The Graphic Novel is a course designed
for both long time readers of graphic novels/comics and
those who are new to the medium. Students in the class will
learn about the elements of comic style and read a variety of
shorter and longer graphic texts in many different genres.
Students will study the history of the medium, analyze the
assigned texts, create a graphic story, and enjoy the
marvelous blend of pictures and text.
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ENGLISH/LANGUAGE ARTS
ELECTIVE COURSES
Mythology Radio & Television (MGTV)
Course Number: 036300 Note: May be taken for more than one trimester; specify
Prerequisites: None trimester by course number. May not be offered all trimesters.
Grade Level: 9-12 Course Number: 036801 (1st trimester)
Fulfills Graduation Requirement for: Elective Course Number: 036802 (2nd trimester)
Course Description: If you find yourself drawn to the movies Thor Course Number: 036803 (3rd trimester)
and The Avengers, this course may be for you. Greek, Roman, Prerequisite: None
and Norse mythologies—among others—tell the incredible
stories of bigger-than-life characters (gods, demi-gods, and Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective, Fine Arts
humans) living in bigger-than-life worlds. This course focuses on Grade Level: 9-129-12
amazing characters living amazing lives within amazing worlds. Course Description: This class provides students with the
It draws attention to both their incredible powers as well as their unique opportunity to explore the media of radio and television.
petty and frail weaknesses. Students will experience both the technical and the “ON AIR”
Our modern world is forever making allusions (indirect aspects of both media. A student considering radio and
references) to these bigger-than-life characters. Recently, the television must be highly motivated, work well in groups, and be
tales of these epic heroes and heroines have become the hot able to handle independent working conditions. This class
topics for blockbuster movies. produces the MGTV weekly announcements. Previous
All of us will continue to cross paths with these incredible gods experience in technology or TV production is not necessary.
and demigods in contemporary art, film, and literature. By taking
this class, students will be better equipped to understand and to Yearbook Lab A, B
appreciate these characters, their worlds, and our society’s Course Number: 037101 + 037102
ongoing allusions to them. Two trimester course, (1st and 2nd trimesters) must register for both
trimesters/1 credit earned each trimester.
Prerequisite: Written permission of instructor required to register for
Race and Culture this course.
Course Number: 004100
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective, Fine Arts
Prerequisite: None Grade Level: 9-12
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective Course Description: In this course, you will be an active member
Grade Level: 9-12 of the Yearbook staff, learning copy writing, interviewing,
Course Description: See Social Studies, page 36 researching, graphic design, online publishing, advertising and
marketing, and the production process.
Race and Culture in Literature
Course Number: 037600
Prerequisite: None
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective
Grade Level: 9-12
Course Description: This course will use literature and historical
context for students to understand the lived experiences of the
various racialized groups. This will occur through reading the
contrast of dominant and absent narratives. Topics to to be
covered in this course may include: Investigating the creation of
racial identity and how it has sustained or challenged beliefs
about race and culture; analyzing the various elements of race
and culture in literature and how they inform or reflect our
attitudes, behavior, and society, in general; interpreting the
continuing conflict between racial, cultural, and gender
relationships in literature
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HEALTH SCIENCE MAGNET PROGRAM
This program is offered only at Osseo Senior High. However, students from other
schools are eligible to enroll. See your counselor for an application.
OPPORTUNITIES IN EMERGENCY CARE (OEC) 122100 + 122200 + 122300
Earn college credit in high school—this course qualifies for articulated college credit. See page 46 for more information.
Note: Each course is a 2 hour class/2 credits earned per class for a total of 6 credits. An additional class period
per trimester must be used for transportation between MGSH and OSH. Transportation is not provided.
This course is intended to be a full year class, but students may sign up for just Trimester 1 with the understanding that it is not
normally possible to change to a full year after Trimester 1.
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective (2 credits per trimester - 6 credits total)
Grade Offered: 11-12
Course Description: In each trimester of OEC, there is a different focus. In Trimester 1, you will learn first aid and CPR, airway
obstruction management and what to do in the first 10 minutes of an emergency. In Trimester 2, the focus is anatomy and the body
system, splinting, bandaging and use of oxygen, water safety and life saving techniques and some of the other things First
Responders do. In Trimester 3 you will train to utilize basic and advanced emergency medical skills and equipment, sometimes in a
hands-on environment by way of simulated emergency scenarios.
First Aid and CPR First Responder/CPR Instructor Emergency Medical Technician
(2 Credits) (2 Credits) (2 Credits)
Course Number: 122100 Course Number: 122200 Course Number: 122300
Prerequisites: None Prerequisites: Successful completion of First Prerequisites: Successful completion of the
Aid/CPR class First Responder/ CPR Instructor class
Class meets for two periods daily, 1 st
trimester only. Class meets for two periods daily, 2 Class meets for 2 periods daily; 3rd
nd
trimester only trimester only.
Grade Level: 11-12
Grade Level: 11-12 Grade Level: 11-12
Fulfills Graduation Requirement for:
Elective Fulfills Graduation Requirement for: Fulfills Graduation Requirement for:
Elective Elective
Major Outcomes:
Prepare to perform artificial Major Outcomes: Major Outcomes:
ventilation/circulation until health Learn anatomy and physiology, the Trained to utilize basic and advanced
care professionals arrive body systems, medical terminology , EMS skills and equipment
Airway obstruction management, Cardio patient assessment and more Learn in a hands on environment by
Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), Splinting, bandaging m use of oxygen, way of simulated emergency scenarios
unwitnessed cardiac arrest water safety and life saving techniques and speakers currently working in the
Instructional Focus: You will be trained on Instructional Focus: You will be learning how field
what to do for the first 10 minutes of an to be the first responder at the scene of a Field study opportunities are available at
emergency. medical or trauma emergency and how to area hospitals, clinics, ambulance
NOTE: Upon successful completion of this manage the patient until the arrival of services, police departments and fire
course, the student is eligible to test for the ambulance personnel. departments
following certifications: American Red Cross NOTE: Upon successful completion of this Instructional Focus: You will be prepared as
Standard First Aid/ Responding to course, students will be eligible to receive a student to become a certified Emergency
Emergencies, Community CPR, and the these industry certifications: MN Department
American Heart Associate Health Care of Health First Responder, and American Medical Technician –Basic.
Provider CPR. Heart Association CPR Instructor NOTE: Upon completion of this course, the
student will be eligible to take the National
Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians:
EMT-Basic exam (student must be 18 years
old to take this exam).
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HEALTH SCIENCE MAGNET PROGRAM continued
Health Science Magnet Program classes are held at Osseo Senior High. See your counselor.
Health Care Internship Emergency Medical Responder ONLINE Blended
Course Number: 122401 (Tri 1); 122402 (Tri 2); e-Learning
122403 (Tri 3) Course Number: 124200
Earn college credit in high school—this course qualifies for Earn college credit in high school—this course qualifies for
articulated college credit. See page 46 for more information. articulated college credit. See page 46 for more information.
May be taken for more than one trimester for credit; specify Note: Student must be 16 years old when class starts. This
trimester by course number course included demonstration of skills in a clinical setting;
transportation to clinicals is not provided. Students must agree
Note: Two hour class/2 credits earned each trimester. (An in writing to complete the face-to-face-clinical sessions.
additional class period per trimester must be used for transportation
between MGSH and OSH. Transportation is not provided.) Prerequisite: None Must have computer and internet
access outside of school.
Prerequisite: Admission by application only. See instructor.
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective (2 credits each
trimester) Grade Level: 11-12
Grade Level: 12 Course Description: The online e-learning modules for this
course takes approximately 30 hours to complete, with an
Course Description: You will have the opportunity to enhance additional 24 hours of direct skill instruction, which is mandated
competency and skill development. There will be advanced to certification testing. You will study anatomy and physiology,
training in such areas as cardiology, intravenous therapy and the body systems, medical terminology, vital signs, and more.
automatic defibrillation. Credit is also awarded for time spent
on ambulances, police or fire ride-alongs, or in the hospital. Medical Terminology ONLINE
Course Number: 124300
Nursing Assistant
Course Number: 123101 or 123102 or 123103 Earn college credit in high school—this course qualifies for
articulated college credit. See page 46 for more information.
Earn college credit in high school—this course qualifies for
articulated college credit. See page 46 for more information. Prerequisite: None Must have computer and internet
access outside of school.
Note: This is a 1-trimester course. Please specify preferred
trimester by course number, but specified trimester placement Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective
is not guaranteed.
Grade Level: 11-12
Two hour class/2 credits earned. An additional class period
must be used for transportation between MGSH and OSH. Course Description: You will learn the terminology commonly
Transportation is not provided. used in the health care industry. You will apply the knowledge
to the study of term relations to various body systems.
Students must be 16 to take the state test. This course
includes demonstration of skills in a clinical setting;
transportation to clinicals is not provided. Pharmacy Technician ONLINE
Course Number: 124101 + 124102
Prerequisite: None Note: Two trimester class, must register for both trimesters/one
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective (2 credits) credit earned each trimester. Students must be 18 years old
and have proof of graduation or anticipated graduation to take
Grade Level: 11-12 the state test.
Course Description: In this 1-trimester course, you will learn Prerequisite: None Must have computer and internet
how to care for patients by taking vital signs, transferring access outside of school.
patients, feeding, and personal care. You will develop and
demonstrate the core competencies required by the MN Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective
Competency Exam. Grade Level: 12
Course Description: The online e-learning modules for this
course take approximately 90 hours to complete. You will learn
federal laws, medical reviews and aseptic technique as it
relates to practical applications of pharmacy practice.
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MATHEMATICS
Is High Performance or Advanced Placement right for you? See chart below and talk to your current Math teacher.
Program Explanation Advantages Considerations
AP College-level May receive college credit Must take the AP exam to receive
curriculum Develop higher level thinking potential college credit
Advanced Recognized skills Students must have above
Placement nationally Additional honor points earned average ability in reading, writing
and math
Rigorous with a C or above, for
Available to all grade weighted GPA Expect considerable homework in
most classes
levels
Students self-select This level of coursework is
expected from highly selective
into the course colleges
HP Accelerated More challenge than regular- No college credit
curriculum level course Expect more homework in most
High Rigorous Develop higher level thinking classes
Performance Available to all grade skills This level of coursework is
levels Prepares students for college- expected from highly selective
level curriculum colleges
Non-Linear Algebra A, B, C HP Geometry A, B, C
Course Number: 082201 + 082202 + 082203 Course Number: 085141 + 085142 + 085143
Must take all 3 trimesters Must take all 3 trimesters
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Linear Algebra Prerequisite: Successful completion of Algebra 1 or Non-Linear
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Non-Linear Algebra Algebra
Grade Level: 9-12 Fulfills graduation requirement for: Geometry
Course Description: this course is organized around families of Grade Level: 9-12
functions, with a special emphasis on exponential, rational and Course Description: High Performance Geometry uses the
quadratic functions. geometry curriculum with enrichment activities. This course will
A TI 30 XIIS or TI 34 II calculator is recommended include analyzing properties of two and three dimensional
objects, establishing the validity of geometric conjectures,
trigonometry, transformations, angles, parallel and perpendicular
lines, and triangle relationships. A scientific calculator is
Geometry A, B, C recommended.
Course Number: 083201 + 083202 + 083203
Must take all 3 trimesters
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Non-Linear Algebra Algebra 2 A, B, C
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Geometry Course Number: 083501 + 083502 + 083503
Grade Level: 9-12 Must take all 3 trimesters
Course Description: In this course you will develop reasoning Prerequisite: Successful completion of Geometry
and problem solving skills. Topics include congruence, Fulfills graduation requirement for: Algebra 2
similarities and properties of lines, triangles, quadrilaterals and
circles. A scientific calculator is recommended. Grade Level: 9-12
Course Description: This course is organized around families
of functions including linear, quadratic, exponential, logarithmic,
radical and rational functions. It also includes the topics of
probability, data analysis and trigonometry.
A TI 83, or TI 84, or similar graphing calculator is recommended.
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MATHEMATICS continued
See chart on page 21 for AP and HP information
HP Algebra 2 A, B, C HP Pre-Calculus A, B, C
Course Number: 085241 + 085242 + 085243 Course Number: 085541 + 085542 + 085543
Must take all 3 trimesters Must take all 3 trimesters
Prerequisite: High Performance Math. Successful completion Prerequisite: Successful completion of HP Algebra 2 or by
of HP Geometry or by teacher recommendation at registration teacher recommendation at registration
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Algebra 2 Fulfills graduation requirement for: Math, Elective
Grade Level: 9-12 Grade Level: 9-12
Course Description: This courses enriches the Algebra 2 Course Description: this course operates at an accelerated
curriculum. Students interested in this course should be self- pace emphasizing high level thinking skills. You will have
motivated, organized and appreciate a challenge. creative problem solving which will prepare you for AP calculus or
A TI 83 or TI 84, or similar graphing calculator is recommended. a college level calculus class. Students interested in this course
should be self-motivated, organized and appreciate a challenge.
A TI 83 or TI 84, or similar graphing calculator is recommended.
Algebra 3 A, B, C
Course Number: 083801 + 083802 + 083803
Calculus A, B, C
Must take all 3 trimesters Course Numbers: 084101 + 084102 + 084103
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Algebra 2 Must take all 3 trimesters
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Math, Elective Prerequisite: Successful completion of Pre-Calculus or HP Pre-
Grade Level: 9-12 Calculus
Course Description: This course advances and strengthens the Fulfills graduation requirement for: Math, Elective
understanding of algebra. Other advanced algebraic topics may
be emphasized. Grade Level: 9-12
A TI 83 or TI 84, or similar graphing calculator is recommended Course Description: This course is for prospective math majors
and those whose primary interests are in engineering, physics,
business or the life sciences. It includes an intensive review of
Pre-Calculus A, B, C the topics from algebra, and covers topics normally covered in
Course Number: 084001 + 084002 + 084003 the first semester of college calculus.
Must take all 3 trimesters A TI 83 or TI 84, or similar graphing calculator is recommended.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Algebra 2
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Math, Elective AP Calculus (AB) A, B, C *
Grade Level: 9-12 Course Number: 085671 + 085672 + 085673
Course Description: This course will prepare you for calculus Must take all 3 trimesters
or college level math. It will include an in-depth expanded view of Note: Advanced Placement course
functions and you will master trigonometry.
A TI 83 or TI 84, or similar graphing calculator is recommended. Prerequisite: Successful completion of HP Pre-Calculus or by
teacher recommendation at registration
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Math, Elective
Grade Level: 9-12
Course Description: This course is similar to college calculus
and covers such topics as analytic geometry, functions, limits,
continuity, differentiations with applications, integration,
logarithmic, exponential and trigonometric functions. Students
interested in this course should be self-motivated, organized and
appreciate a challenge.
A TI 83 or TI 84, or similar graphing calculator is recommended.
*weighted grade course (see pg. 6)
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MATHEMATICS continued
See chart on page 21 for AP and HP information
AP Calculus (BC) A, B, C * Statistics A, B, C
Course Number: 085771 + 085772 + 085773 Course Numbers: 084201 + 084202 + 084203
Must take all 3 trimesters Prerequisites: Algebra 2
Note: Advanced Placement course Grade Level: 9-12
Prerequisite: Successful completion of HP Pre-Calculus or by
teacher recommendation at registration Fulfills Graduation Requirement for: Elective
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Math, Elective Course Description:
Grade Level: 9-12 Major Outcomes:
Course Description: This course is similar to college calculus A condensed version of the AP course
and covers such topics as analytic geometry, functions, limits, You will use statistical methods to interpret real-life data
continuity, differentiations with applications, integration, Instructional Focus: learn how to use the internet to explore for
logarithmic, exponential and trigonometric functions. Maclaurin, up-to-date-data and apply statistical methods to that data.
Taylor and Power series. Students interested in this course A TI 83 or TI 84, or similar graphing calculator is recommended.
should be self-motivated, organized and appreciate a challenge.
A TI 83 or TI 84, or similar graphing calculator is recommended.
*weighted grade course (see pg. 6) AP Statistics A, B, C *
Course Number: 085871 + 085872 + 085873
Must take all 3 trimesters
Multivariable Calculus and Vector Analysis A, B, C Note: Advanced Placement course
Course Number: 085801 + 085802 + 085803 Prerequisite: Successful completion of Algebra 2
Must take all 3 trimesters Fulfills graduation requirement for: Math, Elective
Prerequisites: Successful completion of AP Calculus AB or AP
Calculus BC. Conference with current teacher advised. Grade Level: 9-12
Grade Level: 9-12 Course Description: This course is designed to cover all the AP
Statistics topics before the AP exam for probability and statistics.
Fulfills Graduation Requirement for: Elective Students learn the major concepts and tools for collecting,
Course Description: This course is similar to a college Calculus analyzing, and drawing conclusions from data. Students
3 course, beginning with a review and extension of topics in interested in this course should be self-motivated, organized and
Calculus 2, including methods of integrations, power series and appreciate a challenge.
polar and parametrically-defined functions. This course then A TI 83 or TI 84, or similar graphing calculator is recommended.
explores the differential and integral calculus of functions of
several variables including change of coordinates, and vector
analysis of line and surface integrals and the theorems of Gauss,
Green, and Stokes.
A TI 83 or TI 84, or similar graphing calculator is recommended.
*weighted grade course (see pg. 6)
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MUSIC
BAND
Band 9 A, B, C Wind Ensemble A, B, C
Course Number: 054001 + 054002 + 054003 Course Numbers: 057201 + 057202 + 057203
Must take all 3 trimesters Prerequisites: Must audition for band placement
Prerequisite: Membership is based on successful completion of Grade Level: 10-12
Band 8 or audition with the band director. Fulfills Graduation Requirement for: Fine Arts
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Fine Arts Course Description: This course is for students at the highest
Grade Level: 9 skill levels. It includes further development of knowledge and
skills. This course will include several performances throughout
Course Description: Your musical skills are continuing to the year.
develop, and you are ready to explore more challenging and
interesting band music. In daily band rehearsals, you will be Registration for this band requires a full year commitment.
learning more advanced playing techniques and expanding your
knowledge of music and music theory. The band also performs
several evening concerts throughout the year and your ORCHESTRA
participation in these concerts is required.
Registration for this band requires a full year commitment. Orchestra 9 A, B, C
Course Number: 054101 + 054102 + 054103
Must take all 3 trimesters
ALL BAND, ORCHESTRA AND CHOIR PLACEMENT Prerequisite: Membership is based on successful completion of
FOR GRADES 10-12 WILL BE BY AUDITION. Orchestra 8 or audition with the orchestra director.
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Fine Arts
Symphonic Band A, B, C Grade Level: 9
Course Number: 056201 + 056202 + 056203 Course Description: Your musical skills are continuing to
Must take all 3 trimesters develop, and you are ready to explore more challenging and
Prerequisite: Must audition for band placement interesting orchestral music. In daily orchestra rehearsals, you
will be learning more advanced playing techniques and
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Fine Arts expanding your knowledge of music and music theory. The
Grade Level: 10-12 orchestra also performs several evening concerts throughout the
Course Description: In this course, you will continue to develop year and your participation in these concerts is required.
your musical knowledge and skills in band. This course will Registration for orchestra requires a full year commitment.
include several performances throughout the year.
Registration for this band requires a full year commitment. ALL BAND, ORCHESTRA AND CHOIR PLACEMENT
FOR GRADES 10-12 WILL BE BY AUDITION.
Concert Band A, B, C
Course Number: 056401 + 056402 + 056403 Chamber Orchestra A, B, C
Must take all 3 trimesters Course Number: 057101 + 057102 + 057103
Prerequisite: Must audition for band placement Must take all 3 trimesters
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Fine Arts Prerequisite: Must audition for orchestra placement
Grade Level: 10-12 Fulfills graduation requirement for: Fine Arts
Course Description: This course is for the most advanced Grade Level: 10-12
instrumentalists. Placement will depend on instrumentation Course Description: In this level of string orchestra, you will
needs of the ensemble, demonstrated skills of individuals, and gain ensemble experience and reflect upon music and musical
directors discretion. This course will included extensive
performances throughout the year. performance. Chamber Orchestra is a group that focuses on
building and reinforces a technical base that will be needed to
Registration for this band requires a full year commitment. perform in the top ensemble (Symphony Orchestra). This course
will include several performances throughout the year.
Registration for orchestra requires a full year commitment.
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ORCHESTRA continued
CHOIR continued
Symphony Orchestra A, B, C
Course Number: 057001 + 057002 + 057003
Must take all 3 trimesters Crimson Chorale A, B, C
Prerequisite: Must audition for orchestra placement. Must Course Number: 055501 + 055502 + 055503
complete one year of 9th grade Orchestra or Chamber Orchestra Must take all 3 trimesters
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Fine Arts
Grade Level: 10-12 Prerequisite: None
Course Description: In this level of orchestra, you will gain Fulfills graduation requirement for: Fine Arts
more experience, further deepen your skills, and learn to perform Grade Level: 10-12
in a full orchestra setting, with winds, percussions AND strings, Course Description: As a member of this higher-level choir,
and reflect upon music and musical performance. This course you, will gain ensemble experience and develop your musical
will include several performances throughout the year. knowledge and skills and reflect upon music and musical
Registration for orchestra requires a full year commitment. performance. This course will include several performances
throughout the year.
CHOIR Registration for choir requires a full year commitment.
Choir 9 A, B, C
Course Number: 054201 + 054202 + 054203 Women’s Chorale A, B, C
Must take all 3 trimesters Course Number: 055101 + 055102 + 055103
Prerequisite: None Must take all 3 trimesters
Prerequisite: Must audition for choir placement
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Fine Arts
Grade Level: 9 Fulfills graduation requirement for: Fine Arts
Course Description: This choir is for all students who enjoy Grade Level: 10-12
singing! As a member of this choir, you will be exposed to a Course Description: As a member of this higher-level choir,
variety of music, continue to develop your performance skills, and you will gain ensemble experience and develop your musical
expand your knowledge of music and music theory. The choir knowledge and skills and reflect upon music and musical
performs several evening concerts throughout the year and your performance. You may also work on solo literature and in small
participation in these concerts is required. ensembles. The choir will perform several times throughout the
year.
Registration for choir requires a full year commitment.
Registration for choir requires a full year commitment.
ALL BAND, ORCHESTRA AND CHOIR PLACEMENT
FOR GRADES 10-12 WILL BE BY AUDITION.
Concert Choir A, B, C
Course Number: 055201 + 055202 + 055203
Must take all 3 trimesters
Prerequisite: Must audition for choir placement
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Fine Arts
Grade Level: 10-12
Course Description: Sing great choral literature that spans time
and cultures! And, as a member of this higher-level choir, you
will gain ensemble experience, develop your musical knowledge
and skills, and reflect upon music and musical performances.
You may also work on solo literature and in small ensembles.
The choir will perform several times throughout the year.
Registration for choir requires a full-year commitment.
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MUSIC ELECTIVES TRIMESTER MUSIC ELECTIVES
Beginning Guitar Garage Band
May sign up for one, two, or all in sequential order. May sign up for one, or both in sequential order.
Note: Must use acoustic nylon string guitar. School will provide Note: All students must audition to receive pre-approval
guitars, however students may also use their own. from the music department to register for this course. See
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Fine Arts a teacher in the music department.
Pre-approval to register does not guarantee automatic
Grade Level: 9-12
entrance.
Beginning Guitar A Course Number 057701 Prerequisite: Must take A before B.
Prerequisite: None
Strong interest in music and some performance experience,
Description: For the student with little or no experience on the vocal or instrumental. Ability to provide own instrument. This
guitar. You will learn basic playing skills and learn to read basic class may be taken only one time.
music. Fulfills graduation requirement for: Fine Arts
Grade Level: 9-12
IF YOU WILL USE YOUR OWN GUITAR, USE THE Garage Band A Course Number 057301
COURSE NUMBER 057701G
Garage Band B Course Number 057302
Beginning Guitar B Course Number 057702 Course Description: In this course, you start your own band,
study basic music theory, and compose and perform your own
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Guitar A music.
Description: You will continue to expand your skills as a
guitarist. You will learn several styles of music and then be able
to focus of the style you like most. Music of Social Change
Course Number: 058200
IF YOU WILL USE YOUR OWN GUITAR, USE THE Prerequisite: None
COURSE NUMBER 057702G Fulfills graduation requirement for: Fine Arts
Grade Level: 9-12
Beginning Guitar C Course Number 057703 Course Description: People are most expressive in times of
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Guitar B adversity. In this class, you will experience war and politics,
Description: You will continue to study various styles of music oppression, and the human condition through the music of today
and will perform as a soloist and as part of a group. At least one and yesterday: rap, opera, blues, classical, folk, musical theatre,
performance outside of class is required. and country. This is not a performance class so no music
experience is necessary.
IF YOU WILL USE YOUR OWN GUITAR, USE THE
COURSE NUMBER 057703G
Music Theory
Course Number: 058100
Prerequisite: Current participation in band, orchestra or choir, or
with permission from instructor following successful completion of
entrance exam.
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Fine Arts
Grade Level: 9-12
Course Description: If you plan to study music in college, this is
a valuable class for you. You will deepen your knowledge and
understanding of the music elements, and build a solid
foundation in ear training, sight singing, and analysis.
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ZERO HOUR OPPORTUNITIES
Jazz Band Zero Hour Solo Performance Lab Zero Hour
Course Numbers: 058001 + 058002 Course Number: 058501, 058502, 058503
Note: Must register for both trimesters. This course is only Note: This class is offered Zero hour only. Students must have
offered as a ZERO HOUR. Students must have their own their own transportation.
transportation. Offered all 3 trimesters. Can register for one or more trimesters.
There are 3 levels of Jazz Band and assignment to a particular Indicate trimester preference by course number.
Jazz Band will be by audition. All students will register using the Prerequisite: You must be registered for a performing
above Course Numbers. ensemble at MGSH in choir, band or orchestra, AND have
Prerequisites: Concurrent enrollment in instrumental permission from instructor
performance group AND permission from instructor Fulfills graduation requirement for: Fine Arts
Grade Level: 9-12 Grade Level: 9-12
Fulfills Graduation Requirement for: Fine Arts Course Description: Here is an amazing opportunity for you to
Course Description: Jazz Band is an enrichment experience develop your solo and small ensemble performance skills as a
for music students playing saxophone, trombone, trumpet, musician. In this course, you will receive ongoing and individual
piano, drums and guitar. Students will study and perform a coaching to further develop your performance skills as you
variety of big band literature. prepare for a specific performance such as an audition or solo/
ensemble contest.
With this course comes an extensive schedule of performances.
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PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND HEALTH
HEALTH REQUIRED PHYSICAL EDUCATION REQUIRED
Choose one. Please read descriptions carefully
Required Health can be taken in any grade 9-12 Required Life Fitness can be taken in any grade 9-12
Health Education Abstinence Based Life Fitness
Course Number: 066100 Course Number: 063100
Prerequisite: None Prerequisite: None
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Health Fulfills graduation requirement for: Life Fitness
Grade Level: 9-12
Course Description: The focus of this course is centered on decision Grade Level: 9-12
making, rights, respect and responsibilities of healthy people. The goal Course Description: In this required course you will learn to
of this Human Sexuality unit is to encourage sexual abstinence as the select appropriate physical activities and nutritional practices,
best choice for teens. Students are encouraged to seek support and and you will demonstrate an understanding of activities to
advice from their family and other community resources. Contraceptive improve your lifestyle.
methods are identified and described and method effectiveness and
risks are defined.
Electives
Health Education Abstinence Until Marriage
Course Number: 066200 Unified Physical Education Leadership
Prerequisite: None Note: May be taken for more than one trimester; specify
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Health trimester by course number. May not be offered all trimesters.
Grade Level: 9-12 Course Number: 065201(1st trimester)
Course Description: The focus of this course is centered on decision Course Number: 065202 (2nd trimester)
making, rights, respect and responsibilities of healthy people. The goal Course Number: 065203 (3rd trimester)
of this Human Sexuality unit is to guide and empower students to remain
abstinent until marriage. Students are encouraged to seek support and Prerequisite: None
advice from their parents/guardians and their faith community, if any, Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective
rather than friends and community resources. Contraceptive methods Grade Level: 9-12
are discussed within the context of their failure rates only.
Course Description: This combined General Education and Adapted
Physical Education class will allow students to improve performance of
Health Education Zero Hour self and others in recreational and fitness activities. This course
Course Number: 066501, or 066502, or 066503 combines students of all abilities to participate in developmentally
This is a Zero hour class. Students must have their own appropriate activities including lifetime activities, physical fitness, and
sport. Students will work together to increase competence and
transportation to participate. confidence in a variety of physical activities. Through ongoing
Note: You can specify trimester preference by course number, leadership opportunities, members of this course will be empowered to
and while we will attempt to honor all requests, specific trimester help create a more inclusive and accepting school environment for all
placement is not guaranteed. students.
Registration preference given first to 12th grade students, Positive Direction
then 11th grade, then 10th grade, then 9th grade. Course Number: 066400
Prerequisite: None
Prerequisite: None Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Health Grade Level: 9-12
Grade Level: 9-12 Course Description: This course will focus on learning about the five
areas of wellness: physical, social, emotional, mental, and
Course Description: See course 066100 and 066200 environmental. This course allows students to explore the relationship
between self-concept and goal setting and achievement. Students will
develop skills and knowledge around motivation, belief in self, growth
mindset, mindfulness, and finding value in each experience that will help
lead them to success.
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PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND HEALTH ELECTIVES
Club Fitness Lab Minnesota Outdoor Connection A, B, C
Note: May be taken for more than one trimester; specify trimester Course Numbers: 014101 + 014102 + 014103
by course number. May not be offered all trimesters. Must take all 3 trimesters
Course Number: 064701 (1st trimester) Prerequisites: None
Course Number: 064702 (2nd trimester) Fulfills Graduation Requirement for: Elective
Course Number: 064703 (3rd trimester) Grade Level: 9-12
Prerequisite: None NOTE: This is a full year course developed by Phy. Ed. and Technology Ed.
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective Course Description: for full course description, see the Technology
department section of this handbook. This course can be found under
Grade Level: 9-12 the Technology department on the course card.
Course Description: This course includes activities that are similar to
those in health clubs, such as dance, self defense, Pilates and core
strengthening, like yoga. Nets and Racquets Lab
Note: May be taken for more than one trimester; specify trimester
Competitive Sports Lab for Grades 9 & 10 by course number. May not be offered all trimesters.
Note: May be taken for more than one trimester; specify trimester Course Number: 064101 (1st trimester)
by course number. May not be offered all trimesters. Course Number: 064103 (3rd trimester)
Course Number: 065101 (1st trimester) Prerequisite: None
Course Number: 065102 (2nd trimester) Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective
Course Number: 065103 (3rd trimester) Grade Level: 9-12
Prerequisite: None Course Description: In this course you will learn basic striking skills for
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective sports using a racquet and/or net. It will include basic strategies and
Grade Level: 9-10 rules.
Course Description: This course is for the higher skilled player who
wants to participate at a competitive level. The activities include: Recreational Sports Lab
football, basketball, volleyball, soccer, badminton, pickle ball, ultimate Note: May be taken for more than one trimester; specify trimester
Frisbee, softball and floor hockey. by course number. May not be offered all trimesters.
Course Number: 064201 (1st trimester)
Competitive Sports Lab for Grades 11 & 12 Course Number: 064202 (2nd trimester)
Note: May be taken for more than one trimester; specify trimester Course Number: 064203 (3rd trimester)
by course number. May not be offered all trimesters. Prerequisite: None
Course Number: 065001 (1st trimester)
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective
Course Number: 065002 (2nd trimester)
Grade Level 9-12
Course Number: 065003 (3rd trimester) Course Description: The emphasis of this course is on basic skills of
Prerequisite: None sports in a recreational setting. Receiving rules, strategies, techniques,
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective vocabulary and etiquette are covered.
Grade Level: 11-12
Course Description: This course is for the higher skilled player who Strength and Conditioning Lab
wants to participate at a competitive level. The activities include: Note: May be taken for more than one trimester; specify trimester
football, basketball, volleyball, soccer, badminton, pickle ball, ultimate by course number. May not be offered all trimesters.
Frisbee, softball and floor hockey. Course Number: 064801 (1st trimester)
Course Number: 064802 (2nd trimester)
Course Number: 064803 (3rd trimester)
Prerequisite: None
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective
Grade Level: 9-12
Course Description: In this course you will improve your strength for all
major muscle groups. This course is in the weight room and you will lift
both free weight and machine weights. Both males and females are
encouraged to take this course.
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SCIENCE
Is High Performance or Advanced Placement right for you? See chart below and talk to your current Science teacher.
Program Explanation Advantages Considerations
AP College-level curriculum May receive college credit Must take the AP exam to receive
Recognized nationally Develop higher level thinking skills potential college credit
Advanced Students must have above average
Placement Rigorous Additional honor points earned with a ability in reading, writing and math
C or above, for weighted GPA
Available to all grade Expect considerable homework in most
levels classes
Students self-select This level of coursework is expected
from highly selective colleges
HP Accelerated curriculum More challenge than regular-level No college credit
Rigorous course Expect more homework in most classes
High Develop higher level thinking skills
Performance Available to all grade Prepares students for college-level This level of coursework is expected
levels
from highly selective colleges
curriculum
REQUIRED FOR 9TH GRADE - CHOOSE ONE REQUIRED FOR 10TH GRADE - CHOOSE ONE
Physical Science 9 A, B, C HP Biology A, B, C
Course Number: 092101 + 092102 + 092103 Course Number: 093441 + 093442 + 093443
Must register for all 3 trimesters Must register for all 3 trimesters
Prerequisite: None Prerequisite: None
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Physical Science Fulfills graduation requirement for: Biology
Grade Level: 9 Grade Level: 10
Course Description: Physical Science deals with basic chemistry and Course Description: High Performance (HP) Biology is a rigorous course
physics. Topics covered are elements, compounds, mixtures, the nature of that covers materials at a faster pace and in greater detail than general biology.
matter, laws of motion, and simple machines. Chemical and physical laws are The experimentation occurs in greater sophistication and professional detail.
explored through laboratory experimentation. Collection and interpretation of This course is designed to introduce students to the concepts of ecology, cells,
data are stressed. DNA, genetics, evolution and systems of living organisms.
HP Physical Science 9 A, B, C AP Biology A, B, C *
Course Number: 092241 + 092242 + 092243 Course Number: 092371 + 092372 + 092373
Must register for all 3 trimesters Must register for all 3 trimesters
Prerequisite: None Prerequisites: Students must complete Biology A, B, & C OR
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Physical Science completion of summer learning.
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Biology
Grade Level: 9
Course Description: HP Physical Science is a course of study in which Grade Level: 9-12
students learn the fundamentals of chemistry and physics in an academically Course Description: AP Biology will offer an in-depth and academically
rigorous environment which includes lecture, laboratory activities, independent rigorous opportunity for students with a high level of dedication and aptitude
research, group work, experimentation, and problem solving. This course is towards the biological sciences The two main goals of AP Biology are to help
recommended for students wishing to pursue AP course offerings for Science in students develop a conceptual framework for contemporary biology and to help
grades 10-12. 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
REQUIRED FOR 10TH GRADE - CHOOSE ONE 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
Biology A, B, C your confidence and you will be better prepared for college.
Course Number: 093201 + 093202 + 093203 *weighted grade course (see pg. 6)
Must register for all 3 trimesters
Prerequisite: None
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Biology
Grade Level: 10
Course Description: This is the study of how organisms interrelate with
each other and the environment. It includes the study of cells and cell functions,
DNA and it’s role in evolution, and the study of human systems.
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For HP and AP information, see chart on page 30
REQUIREMENT FOR GRADUATION - CHOOSE ONE IN GRADE 11 OR 12
Chemistry A, B, C Physics A, B, C
Course Numbers: 094101 + 094102 + 094103 Course Number: 095101 + 095102 + 095103
Must register for all 3 trimesters Must register for all 3 trimesters
Prerequisites: Must take Algebra 2 either before this course or in Prerequisite: Completion of Geometry
concurrence with this course Fulfills graduation requirement for: Chemistry or Physics
Grade Level: 11-12
Grade Level: 11-12
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Chemistry or Physics Course Description: This course studies the relationships between energy
Course Description: This course teaches the basics of chemistry with and matter that occur in the physical world. This course is designed for the
applications to real world situations. It is math based with technical reading. student who plans to continue education beyond high school, but not
This would be a course for college-bound students who do not necessarily necessarily in a science-related career.
intend to enter a science field.
HP Physics A, B, C
HP Chemistry A, B, C Course Number: 095341 + 095342 + 095343
Course Numbers: 094441 + 094442 + 094443
Must register for all 3 trimesters
Must register for all 3 trimesters
Prerequisite: Completion of Geometry
Prerequisites: Must take Algebra 2 either before this course or in
concurrence with this course Fulfills graduation requirement for: Chemistry or Physics
Grade Level: 11-12 Grade Level: 11-12
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Chemistry or Physics Course Description: High Performance (HP) Physics studies the same
concepts as Physics, at an accelerated pace and more in-depth. You will
Course Description: High Performance (HP) Chemistry covers the basics of produce quality lab reports, be able to manipulate mathematical concepts easily
chemistry at an accelerated pace and in-depth coverage. Laboratory work is and work independently.
important, so strong math, reading, and writing skills are necessary.
AP Chemistry A, B, C * AP Physics 1: Algebra-Based A, B, C *
Course Numbers: 094671 + 094672 + 094673 Course Numbers: 095471 + 095472 + 095473
Must register for all 3 trimesters Must register for all 3 trimesters
Prerequisites: Student must complete Chemistry A, B, and C OR Prerequisites: Completion of Algebra 2 .
completion of summer learning. Completion of Algebra 2.
Note: Recommended concurrent enrollment in math class.
Grade Level: 9-12
Grade Level: 9-12
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Chemistry or Physics
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Chemistry or Physics
Course Description: This is a fast-paced course that meets the objectives
of an introductory college chemistry course. You will conduct laboratory Course Description: This course is equivalent to a first-semester college
experiments and report on them; strong math, reading, and writing skills are course in algebra-based physics. The course covers Newtonian mechanics
important, as is attention to detail. Students who have not previously completed (including rotational dynamics and angular momentum); work, energy, and
chemistry are strongly urged to complete a summer assignment. Students are power; mechanical waves and sound. It will also introduce electric circuits.
encouraged to take the A.P. Exam.
AP Physics C: Mechanics A, B, C *
Course Numbers: 095871 + 095872+ 095873
Must register for all 3 trimesters
Prerequisites: Must have completed Calculus
Grade Level: 9-12
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Chemistry or Physics
Course Description: This calculus-based course targets students wishing
to pursue degrees in engineering or the physical sciences, although any student
comfortable with calculus is welcome. This course is intended to teach/assess
all material required for the AP Physics C: Mechanics test, which includes one-
and two-dimensional kinematics, Newton’s laws, work, energy, power, systems
of particles, linear momentum, circular motion, rotation, oscillations, and
gravitation.
*weighted grade course (see pg. 6)
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SCIENCE ELECTIVES
Animal Behavior Human Anatomy & Physiology: Support & Locomotion
Course Number: 096100 Course Number: 097000
Prerequisite: Physical Science 9 Note: This course includes the dissection of fetal pigs
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective Prerequisites: Biology
Grade Level: 9-12 Grade Level: 9-12
Course Description: The study of animal behavior (ethology) is Fulfills Graduation Requirement for: Elective
viewed as one portion of the science of biology. In this activity
oriented course, students will use hands-on experiences, labs, Course Description: A strong interest or background in biology
and comparative analysis to study the behavior of invertebrates, is suggested for this course. Levels of organization of the human
vertebrates, and the relationships between human and lower- body will be discussed. By dissecting a fetal pig, the anatomy and
animal behavior. Recognizing that observation is the main tool of physiology of the human body will be explored. The four systems
the behavioral scientist, students will perform observations in studied in detail will be: skeletal, muscular, digestive, and
class, out of class, and/or during field trips. Writing, reporting, respiratory. This course is especially helpful to those interested in
graphing, analyzing, and interpreting skills will be emphasized. medical or health related fields.
Students will study how animals learn and then will use this
knowledge in training an animal.
Human Anatomy & Physiology: Transport &
Communication
Course Number: 097100
Astronomy
Course Number: 096600 Prerequisites: Biology
Prerequisite: Physical Science 9 Grade Level: 9-12
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective Fulfills Graduation Requirement for: Elective
Course Description: A strong interest or background in biology
Grade Level: 9-12 is suggested for this course. Students will be asked to do a
Course Description: This course is designed to investigate, research project on a disease of the human body. The nervous
from our perspective on Earth: challenges to observing celestial system, along with the senses will be explored as well as the
objects, how and why objects move in the sky and their patterns endocrine and excretory systems.
of motion, characteristics and patterns within our solar system,
what makes a planet habitable and the search for habitable
planets, classification of stars, formation of stars, and star
evolution. Marine/Freshwater Biology
Course Number: 096200
Environmental Studies Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in or completion of Biology
Course Number: 096700 or Chemistry
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective (does NOT fulfill
Prerequisites: Physical Science 9 Biology requirement for graduation)
Grade Level: 9-12 Grade Level: 9-12
Fulfills Graduation Requirement for: Elective Course Description: This one-trimester course which will focus
Course Description: This class explores the impact of human on the biology, ecology, chemistry, and diversity of marine and
activity on the environment. Topics covered include energy use, freshwater aquatic systems. Students will learn about marine/
population, recycling, and toxic waste. Students will examine freshwater biology and the impacts that humans have had on this
environmental issues and will gain information that will help them vast ecosystem through dissections, class discussions, lectures,
make personal decisions regarding their role in the natural world. and projects. It is recommended, though not required, that
students complete or have concurrent enrollment in Biology or
Chemistry
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SOCIAL STUDIES
Is High Performance or Advanced Placement right for you? See chart below and talk to your current Social Studies teacher.
Program Explanation Advantages Considerations
AP College-level curriculum May receive college credit Must take the AP exam to receive potential college
Recognized nationally Develop higher level thinking skills credit
Advanced Placement Students must have above average ability in
Rigorous Additional honor points earned with a C or reading, writing and math
Available to all grade levels above, for weighted GPA Expect considerable homework in most classes
Students self-select This level of coursework is expected from highly
selective colleges
HP Accelerated curriculum More challenge than regular-level course No college credit
Rigorous Develop higher level thinking skills Expect more homework in most classes
High Performance
Available to all grade levels Prepares students for college-level curriculum This level of coursework is expected from highly
selective colleges
REQUIRED FOR 9TH GRADE - CHOOSE ONE
Human Geography 9 A, B AP Human Geography Flex A, B, C *
Course Number: 072401 + 072402 Course Number: 072571,+ 072572 + 072573
2 trimester course; must register for both trimesters Must register for all 3 trimesters
Prerequisite: None Note: Advanced Placement Course, designed for students
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Human Geography academically talented and gifted in social studies
Grade Level: 9
Course Description: In this required course, students will be Note: Flex courses are offered outside of the normal parameters
introduced to the systematic study of human geography. of a school schedule. Some days during the week, the student will
learn online instead of physically attending class.
Topics covered in this course include population, movement,
culture, language, religion, industrialization, and land use.
Students will learn and employ the methods of geographers Prerequisite: None
and will develop a geographic perspective with which they view Fulfills graduation requirement for: Human Geography
the landscape and understand current events. Grade Level: 9-12
Course Description: See AP Human Geography
AP Human Geography A, B, C *
Course Number: 072471 + 072472 + 072473
Must register for all 3 trimesters
Note: Advanced Placement Course, designed for students
academically talented and gifted in social studies
Prerequisite: None
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Human Geography
Grade Level: 9-12
Course Description: This course introduces students to the
systematic study of patterns and processes that have shaped
human understanding, use, and alternation of Earth’s surface. *weighted grade course (see pg. 6)
Students employ spatial concepts and landscape analysis to
examine socioeconomic organization and its environmental
consequences. They also learn about the methods and tools
geographers use in their research and applications.
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SOCIAL STUDIES - REQUIRED COURSES continued
REQUIRED FOR 10TH GRADE - CHOOSE ONE REQUIRED FOR 11TH GRADE - CHOOSE ONE
U.S. History 10 A, B, C World History A, B, C
Course Number: 073101 + 073102 + 073103 Course Number: 073401 + 073402 + 073403
Must register for all 3 trimesters Must take all 3 trimesters
Prerequisite: Human Geography A, B Prerequisite: Human Geography A, B and U. S. History A, B, C
Fulfills graduation requirement for: U.S. History 10 Students should pass this course in sequential order.
Grade Level: 9-12 Fulfills graduation requirement for: World History and
Course Description: In this required course, you will analyze Geography
U.S. History from pre-colonization to the present. The focus will Grade Level: 9-12
be on social, political, cultural, and economic history. Course Description: Each trimester of this required course will
focus on a unique region of the world. You will explore the
AP U.S. History A, B, C * historical and geographic impacts on the world cultures and
civilizations from ancient and modern times.
Course Number: 073271 + 073272 + 073273
Must register for all 3 trimesters
Note: Advanced Placement Course, designed for students AP World History A, B, C *
academically talented and gifted in social studies. Course Number: 073471 + 073472 + 073473
Prerequisite: None Must take all 3 trimesters
Fulfills graduation requirement for: U.S. History 10 Note: Advanced Placement Course, designed for students
Grade Level: 9-12 academically talented and gifted in social studies
Prerequisite: None
Course Description: This is a college-level course that covers
U.S. History from European colonization to the present. You Fulfills graduation requirement for: World History and
should be able to work independently and read advanced texts. Geography
Additional themes include: American diversity, identity, culture, Grade Level: 9-12
and economic transformation. Course Description: In this college-level course, you will
examine World History from 8,000 BCE to the present through the
Integrated English 10 * and U.S. History ALP 10 lenses of geography, culture, politics, economics, and society.
Course Numbers: 033151 + 033152 + 033153 Students should be able to work independently and read
advanced texts..
Prerequisites: Subject to application and approval
Fulfills Graduation Requirement for: English 10; U.S. History
10 Integrated English 11* and World History ALP 11
Course Numbers: 033551 + 033552 + 033553
Grade Level: 10 (Register under English/Language Arts)
Course Description: ALP 10 (Autonomous Learner Program) is Prerequisites: Subject to application and approval or
a challenging class that combines the 10th grade English and continuation after successful completion of ALP 10,
Social Studies requirements into a single class. Expect
homework most school nights. Upon completion of the course, Grade Level: 11
you will receive 6 credits (3 English credits and 3 U. S. History Fulfills Graduation Requirement for: English 11 + World
credits). History and Geography
Course Description: ALP 11 (Autonomous Learner Program)
This course will be found under the English department on the is a challenging class that combines the 11th grade English and
course card Social Studies requirements into a single class. Expect
homework most school nights.
Upon completion of the course, you will receive six credits (3 in
English, and 3 in World History/Geography).
This course will be found under the English department on the
course card.
*weighted grade course (see pg. 6)
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SOCIAL STUDIES - REQUIRED COURSES continued
REQUIRED FOR 12TH GRADE - Must choose one Economics AND one Government & Citizenship
Economics Government and Citizenship
Course Number: 073800 Course Number: 073900
Prerequisite: Required 9th, 10th and 11th grade Social Studies Prerequisite: Required 9th, 10th and 11th grade Social Studies
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Economics Fulfills graduation requirement for: Government & Citizenship
Grade Level: 9-12 Grade Level: 9-12
Course Description: This course focuses on economics as a social Course Description: In this course you will study the roles of the
science. You will examine the production, distribution, and consumption different branches of government at the national, state, and local levels.
of goods and services at a micro and macro level. You will examine the rights and responsibilities of citizens in a
democracy.
Economics Flex
Course Number: 074800 AP U.S. Government & Politics A, B *
Note: Flex courses are offered outside of the normal parameters of Course Number: 074271 + 074272
a school schedule. Some days during the week, the student will 2 trimester course, must register for both trimesters.
learn online instead of physically attending class.
Note: Advanced Placement Course, designed for students
academically talented and gifted in social studies
Prerequisite: Required 9th, 10th and 11th grade Social Studies
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Economics Prerequisites: None
Grade Level: 9-12 Grade Level: 9-12
Course Description: See Economics. Fulfills Graduation Requirement for: Government &
Citizenship
Course Description: In this course, you will get an analytical
AP Macroeconomics * perspective on government and politics in the United States. The
Course Number: 074070 following topics will be covered: Constitutional Underpinnings of the
Note: Advanced Placement Course, designed for students United States Government, Political Beliefs and Behaviors, Political
academically talented and gifted in social studies Parties, Interest Groups and Mass Media, Institutions of National
Government, Public Policy, and Civil Rights and Civil Liberties.
Prerequisites: None Students are encouraged to take the AP Exam.
Grade Level: 9-12
Fulfills Graduation Requirement for: Economics Integrated English 12* and Government & Citizenship/
Course Description: In this course, you will explore the monetary Economics ALP 12
and fiscal policies as well as International Economics. Examine the Course Numbers: 034251 + 034252 + 034253
determination of economics aggregates, such as total output, total
employment, and the price level. Students are encouraged to take the Prerequisites: Subject to application and approval or
AP Exam.. continuation after successful completion of ALP 11
Grade Level: 12
AP Microeconomics * Fulfills Graduation Requirement for: English 12, Government
Course Number: 074170 & Citizenship and Economics
Note: Advanced Placement Course, designed for students Course Description: ALP 12 (Autonomous Learner Program) is a
academically talented and gifted in social studies challenging class that combines the 12th grade English and Social
Prerequisites: None Studies requirements into a single class.
Grade Level: 9-12 Upon completion of the course, you will receive five credits (3 English
Fulfills Graduation Requirement for: Economics and 1 each for Economics and Government).
This course will be found under the English department on the course
Course Description: In this course, you will develop a thorough card
understanding of the principles of economics, learning basic economic
concepts, the nature and functions of product markets, factor markets,
market failure and the role of the Government. Students are
encouraged to take the AP Exam. *weighted grade course (see pg. 6)
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SOCIAL STUDIES ELECTIVES
American Popular Culture Psychology
Course Numbers: 076300 Course Number: 076900
Prerequisites: None Prerequisite: None
Fulfills Graduation Requirement for: Elective Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective
Grade Level: 9-12 Grade Level: 9-12
Course Description: This course explores the may aspects of Course Description: In this course you will be introduced to the
American Cultures and will help you develop an understanding and scientific study of behavior and the mental process. You will explore
appreciation of life in the United States. and analyze human behavior.
Comparative Religions AP Psychology A, B *
Course Number: 076800 Course Number: 077571 + 077572
Prerequisite: None 2 trimester course, must register for both trimesters.
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective Note: Advanced Placement Course, designed for students
Grade Level: 9-12 academically talented and gifted.
Course Description: In this course you will cover the major religions Prerequisite: None
of the world by examining the history, diversity, functions and impact. Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective
This course is about religion, it will not promote beliefs. Grade Level: 9-12
Constitutional Law Course Description: In this course you will be introduced to the
systematic and scientific study of the behavior and mental processes of
Course Number: 076600 human beings and other animals.
Prerequisites: None
Grade Level: 9-12 Race and Culture
Fulfills Graduation Requirement for: Elective Course Number: 004100
Course Description: In this course you will study past and current Prerequisite: None
Supreme Court cases as you will read, discuss and evaluate the Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective
majority and minority opinions in their historical settings and
perspectives. Grade Level: 9-12
Course Description: This course develops students’ critical thinking
Crime and Justice and analytical skills to understand and evaluate the construction of race
in the United States. This class explores subjugated knowledges by
Course Number: 077200 amplifying multidimensional resilience in the presence of racism. Topics
Prerequisite: None to be covered in this course include: Identifying and Investigating
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective Personal Racial Identities, Introduction to Race and Culture, Race,
Privilege and Power, Critical Race Theory and Historical Anthropology.
Grade Level: 9-12
Course Description: You will be introduced to the study of the Race and Culture in Literature
American criminal justice system, and examine constitutional rights and Course Number: 037600
responsibilities within the system.
Prerequisite: None
People on the Move: Immigration and Identity in the Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective
United States Grade Level: 9-12
Course Number: 077600 Course Description: See English/Language Arts, page 18
Prerequisite: None
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective Sociology
Grade Level: 9-12 Course Number: 077100
Prerequisite: None
Course Description: This one trimester elective will explore
immigration in the United States - both immigration history and Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective
contemporary immigration. Students will learn about context that helps Grade Level: 9-12
us understand current issues related to immigration and refugees. This
course will use tools from history and sociology to explore national, Course Description: In this course you will study of human social
historical and local case studies. behavior and its origins, development, organizations, and institutions.
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TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION
Project Lead The Way is a program that offers a sequence of
courses, which when combined with higher 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
comprehensiveness of curriculum makes science, technology and engineering and math (STEM) relevant for students as
they solve problems, participate as part of a team, lead teams, conduct research, analyze data, understand real-world
impacts, speak to a public audience, and learn outside of the classroom. PLTW courses will allow students to explore their
interest in engineering as a career. A college credit examination will earn the student college credit. It is recommended
that the student take two PLTW courses prior to taking the exam.
Introduction to Engineering Design (PLTW) A, B, C Civil Engineering and Architecture (PLTW) A, B, C
Course Number: 013401 + 013402 + 013403 Course Number: 014601 + 014602 + 014603
Must register for all 3 trimesters Must register for all 3 trimesters
Students have the opportunity to earn 3 college credits from participating Students have the opportunity to earn 3 college credits from participating
colleges for this course. See page 46 for more information, or see the colleges for this course. See page 46 for more information, or see the
instructor. instructor.
Prerequisite: Recommended concurrent enrollment or Prerequisite: Recommended concurrent enrollment or
successful completion of Algebra 1 (Non Linear Algebra). successful completion of Algebra 1 (Non Linear Algebra).
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective, Fine Arts Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective
Grade Level: 9-12 Grade Level: 9-12
Course Description: You will learn the basic concepts of design and Course Description: You will learn about various aspects of civil
sketching. We will use Autodesk Inventor to create 3 dimensional engineering and architecture and apply your knowledge to the virtual
objects that you can print on our 3-D printer. There are many projects design and development of properties and structures using 3D design
and hands-on activities that you will be doing the entire year. software. There are many projects and hands-on activities that you will
be doing the entire year.
Principles of Engineering (PLTW) A, B, C
Course Number: 013201 + 013202 + 013203 Computer Science Principles (PLTW) A, B, C
Must register for all 3 trimesters Course Number: 014701 + 014702 + 014703
Students have the opportunity to earn 3 college credits from participating Must register for all 3 trimesters
colleges for this course. See page 46 for more information, or see the Students have the opportunity to earn 3 college credits from participating
instructor. colleges for this course. See page 46 for more information, or see the
Prerequisite: Recommended successful completion of Algebra 1 instructor.
(Non Linear Algebra). Prerequisite: Recommended concurrent enrollment or
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective successful completion of Algebra 1 (Non Linear Algebra).
Grade Level: 9-12 Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective
Course Description: You will be learning advanced concepts and Grade Level: 9-12
strategies used in engineering-based jobs. Mechanical advantages, Course Description: This course dives into computer related
programming, robotics, structural analysis are just a few units that we problem-solving through projects requiring planning, documentation,
cover. There are many projects and hands-on activities that you will be programming and communication skills. Course projects include: a
doing the entire year. focus on agile design through scripting of Scratch animations and
blocking of Android applications. Creating and modifying Python® code.
Simulations using big data and projecting results. HTML and CSS
website design.
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TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION continued
Computer Gaming & 3-D Modeling Specialty Tech Lab Computer Gaming
May sign up for one, two, or all - in sequential order. Course Numbers: 015101, 015102, 015103
Prerequisite: Must take A before B. Must take B before C Prerequisites: Computer Gaming & 3-D Modeling A & B, C AND
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective and Fine Arts instructor approval.
Grade Level: 9-12 Note: May register for one or more trimesters. Lab may be
repeated with higher level objectives written for each specialty
Course Description: In this media-rich course sequence, students
will gain insight into the gaming industry and how it has become the interest. Indicate trimester preference by course number. May
interest of many, many people. Students will be provided opportunities not be offered all trimesters. Registration preference given to
practice all levels of computer game development and 3D modeling to 12th grade first, then 11th, then 10th, then 9th.
invent. Students will integrate the components of media arts while Fulfills Graduation Requirement for: Elective and Fine Arts
learning/acquiring industry level skills and techniques such as
unwrapping, texturing, rigging and animating characters and 3D models. Grade Level: 9-12
After creating a storyboard, students will use the technical tools to bring Course Description: This course is designed for the student who
their ideas to life. We will learn to manipulate the vertices to make our would like to further develop his or her skills in a given technology
creations run, work, fly, morph and transform. Students will explore course. The student and the instructor will develop a contract which will
careers and post secondary institutions that offer degrees in computer outline in detail the objectives for the term. The student will be expected
game development and digital animation. to work independently, using the instructor as a guide.
Computer Gaming & 3-D Modeling A
Course Number: 012501
Digital Photography
Computer Gaming & 3-D Modeling B Course Number: 012900
Course Number: 012502 Prerequisites: None
Fulfills Graduation Requirement for: Elective and Fine Arts
Computer Gaming & 3-D Modeling C Grade Level: 9-12
Course Number: 012503 Course Description: Learn the history of photography, the features
and operations of a digital camera, and basic photography skills. You
will also learn how to upload and correct images, proper techniques for
Computer Gaming & 3-D Modeling Flex storage and options for presentation.
May sign up for one, two, or all - in sequential order.
Prerequisite: Must take A before B. Must take B before C Digital Photography Flex
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective and Fine Arts Course Number: 014900
Grade Level: 9-12 Prerequisites: None
Fulfills Graduation Requirement for: Elective and Fine Arts
Note: Flex courses are offered outside of the normal parameters of Grade Level: 9-12
a school schedule. Some days during the week, the student will
learn online instead of physically attending class.
Note: Flex courses are offered outside of the normal parameters of
a school schedule. Some days during the week, the student will
Computer Gaming & 3-D Modeling A Flex A learn online instead of physically attending class.
Course Number : 012701
Course Description: See Digital Photography
Computer Gaming & 3-D Modeling B Flex B
Course Number: 012702 Photography B: Digital and Darkroom Photography
Course Number: 046402
Computer Gaming & 3-D Modeling C Flex C Photography C: Combining New Media
Course Number: 012703 Course Number: 046403
See Visual Art department section of this handbook.
Course Description: See Computer Gaming & 3-D Modeling
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TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION continued
Introduction to Computer-Aided Drafting Specialty Tech Lab Small Engine Technician
Course Number: 012600 Course Numbers: 016101, 016102, 016103
Prerequisites: None Prerequisites: Small Engine Technician, AND instructor
Fulfills Graduation Requirement for: Elective and Fine Arts approval.
Grade Level: 9-12 Note: May register for one or more trimesters. Lab may be
Course Description: This course is designed to give students a repeated with higher level objectives written for each specialty
fundamental knowledge of how to describe the shape and size of an interest. Indicate trimester preference by course number. May
object or structure to accepted international standards. Students will be not be offered all trimesters. Registration preference given to
introduced to basic concepts in 2D and 3D solid models, as well as 12th grade first, then 11th, then 10th, then 9th.
dimensioning techniques and multi-view drawing. All coursework will be
completed through the use of CAD software in the CAD lab. Fulfills Graduation Requirement for: Elective
Grade Level: 9-12
Minnesota Outdoor Connection A, B, C Course Description: This course is designed for the student
Course Numbers: 014101 + 014102 + 014103 who would like to further develop his or her skills in a given
Must take all 3 trimesters technology course. The student and the instructor will develop a
contract which will outline in detail the objectives for the term.
Prerequisites: None The student will be expected to work independently, using the
Fulfills Graduation Requirement for: Elective instructor as a guide.
Grade Level: 9-12
Note: This is a full year course developed by the Phy. Ed. department Wood Technology
and Technology Ed department. Course Number: 013700
Course Description: Students will be introduced to the Prerequisites: None
Minnesota Outdoors and all it offers. Integrated themes Fulfills Graduation Requirement for: Elective, Fine Arts
surrounding the ideas of activity, habitat, survival and water use
would be incorporated in a hands-on, bodies-on curriculum. The Grade Level: 9-12
course will focus on physical activity (Physical Education), Course Description: This course is designed for students to
environmental studies (Ecology), experimentation and design/ create, design, and plan a project to build during the trimester.
production and maintenance of outdoor equipment which relates Students learn machine operation, shop safety, as well as basic
to using and understanding the outdoors. Skills development construction techniques.
should lead to the potential for a whole class participation in an
overnight outdoor culminating activity which demonstrates
success in each area of study. Specialty Tech Lab Wood Technology
Course Numbers: 017101, 017102, 017103
Small Engine Technician Prerequisites: Wood Technology AND instructor approval.
Course Number: 013900 Note: May register for one or more trimesters. Lab may be
Prerequisites: None repeated with higher level objectives written for each specialty
Fulfills Graduation Requirement for: Elective interest. Indicate trimester preference by course number. May
not be offered all trimesters. Registration preference given to
Grade Level: 9-12 12th grade first, then 11th, then 10th, then 9th.
Course Description: Students will be given the opportunity to Fulfills Graduation Requirement for: Elective
learn the operating principles of 2 and 4 cycle small gas engines.
The hands-on coursework will include steps to complete what is Grade Level: 9-12
commonly known as “overhauling an engine.” Course Description: This course is designed for the student
who would like to further develop his or her skills in a given
technology course. The student and the instructor will develop a
contract which will outline in detail the objectives for the term.
The student will be expected to work independently, using the
instructor as a guide.
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VISUAL ART
Ceramics Computer Art: Studio
May sign up for one, two, or all - in sequential order. Course Number: 045401, 045402, 045403
Prerequisite: Must take A before B. Must take B before C Note: May be taken for more than one trimester; specify
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Arts trimester by course number. May not be offered all
trimesters.
Grade Level: 9-12 Prerequisite: Computer Art A, & B, OR permission of
Ceramics A Course Number: 043100 instructor at registration.
Course Description: You will learn techniques of hand-built Fulfills graduation requirement for: Arts
and wheel-thrown clay.
Ceramics B Course Number: 043200 Grade Level: 9-12
Course Description: In this course you will develop an
Course Description: You will expand your skills by independent portfolio of work that uses expressive images and
constructing more complex clay forms. sound in conjunction with text and music. You will work
Ceramics C Course Number: 043300 independently and more in-depth.
Course Description: You will choose your area to advance
your skills in wheel throwing, hand building and finishing Design: Graphics, Comics and Street Art
techniques.
Course Number: 044900
Ceramics: Studio Prerequisite: Drawing A
Course Number: 043401, 043402, 043403 Fulfills graduation requirement for: Arts
Note: May be taken for more than one trimester; specify Grade Level: 9-12
trimester by course number. May not be offered all Course Description: Using a mixture of drawing skills,
trimesters. computer illustration and a firm understanding of elements of art
Prerequisite: Ceramics A, B and C, OR permission of and design, you will create a variety of 2 and 3 dimensional art
instructor works.
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Arts
Grade Level: 9-12 Drawing
Course Description: You will work independently and more in May sign up for one, two, or all - in sequential order.
-depth on Ceramics. Prerequisite: Must take A before B. Must take B before C
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Arts
Computer Art Grade Level: 9-12
May sign up for one or two - in sequential order. Drawing A Course Number: 043500
Prerequisite: Must take A before B. Course Description: You will develop creative and technical
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Arts drawing skills.
Grade Level: 9-12 Drawing B: Course Number: 043600
Course Description: In this course, you will expand your
Computer Art A: Digital Photo Shop drawing skills and creative ideas.
Course Number 045100 Drawing C: Course Number: 043700
Course Description: This course is an introduction to digital Course Description: You will focus on the exploration and
imaging as used in graphic design. development of a personal style of drawing.
Computer Art B: Animation Video
Course Number: 045200
Course Description: In this course you will learn to create
moving images using a variety of animation, and video editing.
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VISUAL ART continued
Drawing: Studio Painting
Course Number: 043801, 043802, 043803 May sign up for one, two, or all - in sequential order.
Note: May be taken for more than one trimester; specify Prerequisite: Must take A before B. Must take B before C
trimester by course number. May not be offered all Fulfills graduation requirement for: Arts
trimesters. Grade Level: 9-12
Prerequisite: Drawing A, B and C or permission of
instructor at registration Painting A Course Number: 044300
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Arts Course Description: You will use a variety of painting
methods and media to apply the elements of art and principles of
Grade Level: 10-12 design in your artwork.
Course Description: Opportunities for individual, partner and Painting B: Course Number: 044400
small group projects will be available and you will be responsible
for displaying your artwork. Course Description: You will expand your painting techniques
and explore new subject matters.
Painting C: Course Number: 044500
Jewelry/Art Metal
May sign up for one or two - in sequential order. Course Description: You will focus on your personal painting
style. You will display your artwork and maintain a portfolio.
Prerequisite: Must take A before B.
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Arts Painting: Studio
Grade Level: 9-12 Course Numbers: 044601, 044602, 044603
Jewelry/Art Metal A Course Number: 043900 Note: May be taken for more than one trimester; specify
Course Description: This course focuses on basic fabrication trimester by course number. May not be offered all
techniques for hand-wrought jewelry and metal work: designing, trimesters.
cutting, piercing, soldering, annealing and buffing metal. Quality Prerequisites: Painting A, B and C OR permission of
craftsmanship will be encouraged in the construction of objects
such as rings, bracelets, pendants, pins or other metal objects. instructor
Fulfills Graduation Requirement for: Arts
Jewelry/Art Metal B: Course Number: 044000 Grade Level: 9-12
Course Description: Students will expand their knowledge of Course Description: In Studio Art courses, students design
the fabrication techniques used in Jewelry/Metal Arts A and learn their portfolio according to their individual interest in that
metal casting methods. Emphasis will be on the sculptural and particular class. Students work independently and are guided by
textural qualities of metal, creative solutions, and quality an instructor.
craftsmanship. Students will continue to assess their artwork,
explore the aesthetics and cultural relevance of art metals and
begin to pose and solve their own jewelry/art metals design and
construction problems.
Jewelry/Art Metal: Studio
Course Number: 044201, 044202, 044203
Note: May be taken for more than one trimester; specify
trimester by course number. May not be offered all
trimesters.
Prerequisite: Jewelry/Art Metal A and B OR permission of
instructor
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Arts
Grade Level: 9-12
Course Description: This course is for those who can work
independently, and you will be responsible for setting goals,
maintaining a portfolio and displaying your work.
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VISUAL ART continued
Photography Sculpture
May sign up for one, two, or all in sequential order Course Number: 044700
Digital Photography Prerequisite: None
Course Number: 012900 Fulfills graduation requirement for: Arts
See Technology Education department section of this Grade Offered: 9-12
handbook. Course Description: In this course, students will explore
contemporary and traditional sculptural approaches using a
Photography B: Digital and Darkroom Photography variety of materials and techniques. Quality craftsmanship,
Course Number: 046402 developing original ideas and understanding the historical
significance of sculpture will be emphasized. Students will be
Prerequisites: Digital Photography expected to creatively solve teacher-directed sculpture problems
Fulfills Graduation Requirement for: Fine Arts and maintain a process/product portfolio.
Grade Level: 9-12
Course Description: This course will continue to develop Sculpture: Studio
student’s ability to manipulate and refine digital photographs Course Numbers: 044801, 044802
using various compositional & thematic techniques with programs Note: May be taken for more than one trimester; specify
such as Adobe Photoshop. This course is taught by the Art trimester by course number. May not be offered all
department. trimesters.
Prerequisites: Sculpture and/or permission of instructor
Photography C: Combining New Media Fulfills Graduation Requirement for: Arts
Course Number: 046403
Prerequisites: Photography B Grade Level: 9-12
Course Description: In Studio Art courses, students design
Fulfills Graduation Requirement for: Fine Arts their portfolio according to their individual interest in that
Grade Level: 9-12 particular class. Students work independently and are guided by
Course Description: You will begin applying experimental an instructor.
techniques to your work such as multimedia, digital light room
effects and graphic design and advertising. This course is taught
by the Art department.
Digital Photography Flex
Course Number: 014900
Note: Flex courses are offered outside of the normal parameters
of a school schedule. Some days during the week, the student will
learn online instead of physically attending class.
See Technology Education department section of this
handbook.
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VISUAL ART continued
AP Studio Art: 2-Dimensional A, B, C * AP Studio Art: Drawing *
Course Number: 045071 + 045072, 045073 Course Number: 043871 + 043872, 043873
Note: Must register for at least 2 trimesters; specify trimester by Note: Must register for at least 2 trimesters; specify trimester by
course number. Advanced Placement Course, designed for course number. Advanced Placement Course, designed for
students talented and gifted in painting or photography. students talented and gifted in drawing.
Prerequisite: Although there is no prerequisite for AP Studio Art, prior Prerequisite: Although there is no prerequisite for AP Studio Art, prior
experiences in studio art courses that address conceptual, technical, and critical experiences in studio art courses that address conceptual, technical, and critical
thinking skills can support student success in the AP Studio Art Program. thinking skills can support student success in the AP Studio Art Program.
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Arts Fulfills graduation requirement for: Arts
Grade Level: 9-12 Grade Level: 9-12
Course Description: This course is designed for students who Course Description: This course is designed for students who
are interested in creating an AP Portfolio in 2-Dimensional are interested in creating an AP Portfolio in Drawing. The AP
Design. AP Studio Art: 2-D Design Portfolio requires the student Drawing Portfolio requires the student to produce a minimum of
to produce a minimum of 24 works of art that reflect issues 24 works of art that reflect issues related to drawing and mark
related to 2-D design. These works may include traditional as making. This course augments our curriculum by allowing an
well as experimental approaches to 2-D design. Drawing, advanced level of exploration. AP Studio Drawing is for students
painting, printmaking, mixed media, and collage are all who want to work independently and more in-depth in the field of
appropriate means for expressing design principles. This course drawing and drafting. A strong interest and high level of self-
augments our curriculum by allowing an advanced level of discipline are essential as students will be personally responsible
exploration. AP Studio art is for students who want to work for setting goals, problem-posing and solving, gaining skills and
independently and more in-depth. A strong interest and high level self-assessing. Opportunities for individual, partner, and small
of self-discipline are essential as students will be personally group projects will be available. Students will be responsible for
responsible for setting goals, problem-posing and solving, gaining keeping a sketchbook, displaying their artwork and maintaining a
skills and self-assessing. Opportunities for individual, partner, process/product portfolio.
and small group projects will be available. Students will be
responsible for keeping a sketchbook, displaying their artwork
and maintaining a process/product portfolio.
AP Studio Art: 3-Dimensional A, B, C *
Course Number: 046671, 046672, 046673
Note: Must register for at least 2 trimesters; specify trimester by
course number. Advanced Placement Course, designed for
students talented and gifted in painting or photography.
Prerequisite: Although there is no prerequisite for AP Studio Art, prior
experiences in studio art courses that address conceptual, technical, and critical
thinking skills can support student success in the AP Studio Art Program.
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Arts
Grade Level: 9-12
Course Description: In this course students will pursue the
investigation of the three-dimensional form in Ceramics, Jewelry
and Sculpture. There is no desired or dictated method of
approaching the three dimensional form. It is important that
students learn to express themselves in their own personal style.
Students learn that art making is an ongoing process in which
they create, review, make modifications, and explore variations as
they make critical decisions and develop their art forms.
Homework assignments, journals, and work outside of school day
will take place through the year. Ongoing group critiques with
peers and the teacher, as well as ongoing individual conferences
with the teacher, will take place throughout the course and form
part of the assessment of the course. Other assessments will be *weighted grade course (see pg. 6)
formative and summative as requirements are completed.
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WORLD LANGUAGE
FRENCH
French 1 A, B, C French 5 A, B, C
Course Number: 133101 + 133102 + 133103 Course Number: 133501 + 133502 + 133503
Must register for all 3 trimesters Must register for all 3 trimesters
Prerequisite: None Prerequisite: Successful completion of French 4 or teacher
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective permission
Grade Level: 9-12 Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective
Course Description: By the end of this course, you will learn Grade Level: 9-12
the skills to have short conversations about yourself and others. Course Description: This advanced course will allow students
Some topics will be family, food and friends. to develop the skills they have already mastered. Students will
progress to a high level of proficiency with emphasis being on
French 2 A, B, C interpersonal and presentational communication in the target
language. This course will help students to begin preparing for
Course Number: 133201 + 133202 + 133203 the AP level.
Must register for all 3 trimesters
Prerequisite: Successful completion of French 1 or teacher
permission
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective
Grade Level : 9-12 SPANISH
Course Description: You will build on what you learned in
level 1. You will be able to communicate more easily with Spanish 1 A, B, C
native speakers. Course Number: 134201 + 134202 + 134203
Must register for all 3 trimesters
French 3 A, B, C Prerequisite: None
Course Number: 133301 + 133302 + 133303 Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective
Must register for all 3 trimesters Grade Level: 9-12
Prerequisite: Successful completion of French 2 or teacher Course Description: By the end of this course, you will learn
permission the skills to have short conversations about yourself and others.
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective Some topics will be family, food and friends.
Grade Level: 9-12
Course Description: You will continue to work toward fluency. Spanish 2 A, B, C
Through fun topics you will apply your learning to real-life Course Number: 134301 + 134302 + 134303
situations. Must register for all 3 trimesters
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Spanish 1
French 4 A, B, C Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective
Course Number: 133401 + 133402 + 133403 Grade Level: 9-12
Must register for all 3 trimesters Course Description: You will build on what you learned in level
Prerequisite: Successful completion of French 3 or teacher one. You will be able to communicate more easily with native
permission speakers.
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective
Grade Level: 9-12
Course Description: Showcase your language skills by taking
a virtual tour of the Francophone world. Explore the people,
language, and culture of French speaking people all over the
world.
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WORLD LANGUAGE continued
Spanish 2 A, B, C Blended AP Spanish Language and Culture A, B, C *
Course Number: 136301 + 136302 + 136303 Course Number: 134771 + 134772 + 134773
Note: See page 5 for more information. Must register for all 3 trimesters
Must register for all 3 trimesters Note: Advanced Placement Course, designed for students
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Spanish 1 academically talented and gifted.
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective Prerequisite: There are no prerequisites; however, students are
typically in their fourth year of high school–level Spanish language
Grade Level: 9-12 study. In the case of native or heritage speakers, there may be a
Blended courses personalize instruction so that students may different course of study leading to this course.
accelerate their learning. In Blended Spanish 2, students will progress
towards mastery of course objectives by setting personal goals and Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective
creating their own adaptable learning paths that include teacher-led
instruction, small collaborative group learning, and independent learning Grade Level: 9-12
through Schoology. Students in this course will receive frequent Course Description: This advanced course will expand on
formative assessment and feedback on progress toward mastery of basic linguistic functions. Students should be able to work
course objectives and will be given the opportunity to move ahead to
new learning objectives after demonstrating mastery in the target independently and be above average readers.
objectives. lf you are a student who likes to learn at your own pace and
path this course is for you.
AP Spanish Literature and Culture A, B, C *
Course Description: See Spanish 2 Course Number: 136771 + 136772 + 136773
Must take all 3 trimesters
Spanish 3 A, B, C Note: Advanced Placement Course, designed for students
Course Number: 134401 + 134402 + 134403 academically talented and gifted.
Must register for all 3 trimesters Prerequisite: While there are no prerequisites for this course, AP
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Spanish 2 Spanish Literature and Culture is designed for students who have
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective successfully completed at least three years of high school-level Spanish
language study. While not a prerequisite, students may wish to
Grade Level: 9-12 complete the AP Spanish Language and Culture course before taking
Course Description: You will continue to work toward fluency. AP Spanish Literature and Culture, as the texts are presented in
Through fun topics you will apply your learning to real-life Spanish. In the case of native or heritage speakers, there may be a
different course of study leading to this course.
situations.
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective
Spanish 4 A, B, C Grade Level: 9-12
Course Number: 134501 + 134502 + 134503 Course Description: Learn major movements in Hispanic
Must register for all 3 trimesters Literature from the medieval period through the latest literary
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Spanish 3 trends. Students should be able self-motivated avid readers.
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective
Grade Level: 9-12 *weighted grade course (see pg. 6)
Course Description: Showcase your language skills buy taking
a virtual tour of Latin America. Explore the people, language,
and culture of our neighbors to the south.
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SPECIAL PROGRAMS AND ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
ARTICULATION AGREEMENTS
(Offered for courses in the following departments: Business Marketing and Information Technology, Family and Consumer
Science, Health Science and Technology, and Technology Education. See course descriptions)
Articulation is a process for coordinating the linking of two or more educational systems in MN to help learners make a smooth
transition from one level of education to another without experiencing delays, duplication of courses or loss of credit. The goal is
to produce advanced standing credit or credits, for college level coursework completed in high school; (credit transfer) evidenced
by meeting competency requirements as determined by the enrolling college or university. The courses intended for articulation
as advanced standing must be equivalent to college or university courses numbered above 100 and that count toward the credit
requirements of a certificate, diploma, associate degree, or baccalaureate degree. Developmental courses are not eligible for
advanced standing credit.
The articulated courses are identified in this registration catalog and are matched with college courses for
purposes of allowing students to apply high school credits toward college credits.
The student must enroll at one of the participating colleges after high school graduation to receive the credit on the
college transcript for the courses.
Certificates are traditionally accepted at a participating college up to three years past a student’s high school
graduation.
District 279 students take the identified high school courses at their respective 279 high schools, not on a college
campus.
District 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.
Typically 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.
The student certificate also identifies each postsecondary school that will accept the certificate and apply it toward
elective credit on the college transcript; once the student is enrolled at the college after high school graduation.
The student is responsible for presenting the certificate to College Admissions.
Course names, content and competencies represented in the articulation agreements are reviewed by secondary
and postsecondary partners on an annual or biannual basis; or on a rotation basis for regional agreements.
Talk with Department staff if you have questions.
CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION/SPECIAL EDUCATION
ISD 279 CBVAT Program/Work Activity Center
(IEP Students only - Contact your Case Manager for Referral/Application Information)
The Community Based Vocational Assessment and Training (CBVAT) program is designed to provide learning opportunities
for students with 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. Students
learn both general employability and specific work skills. Students apply basic math and reading skills while at work. Students
use higher order skills of managing resources, using information, interpersonal skills, systems and technology. They develop
positive work habits which correlate to success in adult life. Students are exposed to the realistic expectations of the workplace
and how to function as a team member. Students should 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 job/vocational trainers. Transportation is provided by the school district.
*Please contact your case manager for more information, referral, and application process.
CONCURRENT ENROLLMENT
Courses offered in partnership with a college or university through a signed Agreement.
Courses are offered at the high school that are equivalent to a college course and taught by a trained and qualified high school
teacher. Students who successfully complete these courses generate both high school and transcripted college credit from the
partnering postsecondary institution.
The courses eligible for concurrent enrollment are identified in this registration catalog with the course description.
Talk with a staff member in that department if you have questions.
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ENGLISH LEARNERS (EL)
Students whose home language is a language other than English, or who come from a part of the world where the variety of English
is very different from American English, may qualify to receive support from the English Learner (EL) program. For information
about the EL program, or to receive assistance in setting up an appointment for assessment, please contact the District 279
Enrollment Center at 763-585-7357.
INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE PROGRAMMES
This program is offered only at Park Center Senior High. However, students from other schools may apply to become full-time
students in the IB Programme at Park Center, with transportation provided, by submitting an application. The application may be
found on the ISD 279 website at: http://www.district279.org/parents/Enrollment/Forms.cfm—scroll down to Magnet School Choice
applications for 2017-2018.
The IB Middle Years Programme (9th and 10 Grade):
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All freshman and sophomores participate in the dynamic IB Middle Years Programme (MYP.) This is an internationally recognized,
rigorous course of study that incorporates an extensive liberal arts curriculum, including foreign language, math and science.
Designed for every student of every ability level, the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme focuses on a wide range
of material taught from a global perspective. Through integration of subject matter, students gain strong academic skills, a
significant body of knowledge and develop attitudes of acceptance and cooperation. As they prepare for further education,
students will demonstrate a clearer understanding of how they learn best and of the connectedness and application of knowledge.
The IB Diploma Programme (11 and 12 Grade):
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The IB Diploma Programme (DP) is a comprehensive two-year curriculum for juniors and seniors which provides a deep, thought-
provoking program of study in six areas during 11th and 12th grade. The IB Diploma Programme is for the motivated student. The
strengths of the IB Programme are its academic rigor and well-rounded traditional liberal arts curriculum enhanced with an extended
essay, inquiry into the theory of knowledge, research, creativity, action and service.
IB students enroll in a core group of IB classes with other IB diploma candidates during their junior and senior years, yet have the
opportunity to interact with students throughout the school in world language, fine arts and after school activities throughout their
high school years. Students wishing to participate in the Diploma Programme without seeking the full IB Diploma may take
individual Diploma Programme classes for credit and earn IB Certificates.
The IB Diploma Programme has earned a reputation for rigorous assessment, giving IB Diploma-holders access to the leading
American and international universities and college credit. For over 45 years, the IB Organization has shown that its students are
well prepared for university work. The rigor of the IB Programme makes its diploma graduates among the top-tier college recruits in
America and the world. It has become a symbol for academic integrity and intellectual promise.
ONLINE LEARNING:
Online learning opportunities are available to all Osseo Area School students through the District’s collaboration with Northern Star
Online (NSO). Online courses offered by District 279 teachers are included in this Registration Catalog. A complete list of all
courses is listed on the Northern Star Online website: http://www.northernstaronline.org
In addition, Minnesota public school students may enroll in supplemental online courses (taken in place of a course period during
the regular school day) through any state-approved programs. For the list of approved programs, please visit MDE’s
website: http://education.state.mn.us/MDE/dse/online/
You have the option to choose to enroll in an online course as part of your regular 6-period school day or to take more than 6
periods by paying a course registration fee.
Students who choose an online course should consider the following:
Students need to be motivated to succeed and have the ability to work independently.
You will need computer and Internet access outside the school day, unless you can complete your work at school.
Online learning allows flexibility. It is asynchronous, so that students are doing different activities at different times.
NSO courses are approved by the state to meet graduation requirements; however you need to ensure that the courses fit into
your graduation plan by working with your counselor.
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ONLINE LEARNING (continued)
Registration Procedures for Northern Star Online Courses:
Osseo Area Schools require 30 days prior notice before students can begin Online learning.
Make an appointment to see your counselor to discuss the course(s) you are interested in taking online and how they fit in
your graduation plan.
Go online at http://www.northerstaronline.org
Create an account in NSO’s GENIUS registration system
Submit your course request(s) in GENIUS
Parent/guardian must log in to approve course(s)
Counselor will receive emailed notification of course request(s) and will also need to approve course(s)
NSO will notify you once you are ready to begin your online course(s).
Note: If you are taking more than a full load (6 courses per trimester), it is the family’s responsibility to pay tuition for any
courses above the full load. Tuition costs are located on NSO’s website.
POST SECONDARY ENROLLMENT OPTIONS (PSEO)
Postsecondary Enrollment Options (PSEO) is a program that allows 10th-, 11th- and 12th-grade students to earn both high school
and college credit while still in high school, through enrollment in and successful completion of college-level, nonsectarian courses at
eligible participating postsecondary institutions. Most PSEO courses are offered on the campus of the postsecondary institution;
some courses are offered online. Each participating college or university sets its own requirements for enrollment into the PSEO
courses. Eleventh and 12th-grade students may take PSEO courses on a full- or part-time basis; 10th graders may take one career/
technical PSEO course. If they earn at least a grade C in that class, they may take additional PSEO courses.
There is no charge to PSEO students for tuition, books or fees for items that are required to participate in a course. Students must
meet the PSEO residency and eligibility requirements and abide by participation limits specified in Minnesota Statutes, section
124D.09. If a school district determines a pupil is not on track to graduate, she/he may continue to participate in PSEO. Funds are
available to help pay transportation expenses for qualifying students to participate in PSEO courses on college campuses. Schools
must provide information to all students in grades 8-11 and their families by March 1, every year. Students must notify their school
by May 30 if they want to participate in PSEO for the following school year. For current information about the PSEO program, visit
the Minnesota Department of Education’s Postsecondary Enrollment Options (PSEO) webpage.
STUDENTS WISHING TO EARN CREDITS OUTSIDE OF AN
OSSEO DISTRICT HIGH SCHOOL MUST HAVE PRIOR APPROVAL
See your counselor
SPECIAL EDUCATION
Special education services are provided to eligible students with disabilities. The services are based on the results of an evaluation
and implementation of the Individual Education Program (IEP) plan. Students can be eligible in one of 13 disability categories speci-
fied by the State of Minnesota.
The referral process for special education begins with the student’s general education teacher communicating a concern to the par-
ent and development of an intervention plan to help the student be successful in the general education classroom. If this plan is
successful a referral is not made to special education. If the student continues to struggle then the teacher would develop a second
plan based on the data collected from the first plan to help the student be successful in the general education classroom. If this plan
is successful a referral is not made to special education. If there continues to be concerns about the student’s progress based on
the intervention data a referral to special education will be made and an evaluation plan will be developed.
Parents and students may also discuss concerns with teachers, counselors, or administrators. Parents and students may access
intervention plans and services by contacting their teacher, counselor, or the special education building coordinator in their building.
A parent may also ask that their child be assessed. The special education evaluation team would consider the request and meet
with the parents.
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STUDENT AIDES (NO CREDIT)
Students wishing to sign up for this option should choose Study Hall as their course selection for the trimesters they wish to be a
student assistant. Application forms are in the main office and will be accepted during the first week of the
trimester only.
Counseling/CRC Assistant
Prerequisite: written permission from counseling/CRC personnel. 11th and 12th grade only.
Students wishing to sign up for this option should choose Study Hall as their course selection for the trimesters they wish to be a
student assistant. Study hall is always entered in a students’ schedule last. Credited classes always have priority over a study
hall.
CRC/counseling aides are needed to prepare and deliver passes, answer phones, file materials, use a computer to generate
career and college information and assist in tasks related to a career day. Typing skills are helpful. Student must have good
attendance, have 5 other credited classes, and be on track for graduation. Application forms are in the main office and
will be accepted during the first week of the trimester only.
Office Assistant
Prerequisite: written permission from the office. 11 and 12 grade only
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Students wishing to sign up for this option should choose Study Hall as their course selection for the trimesters they wish to be a
student assistant. Study hall is always entered in a students’ schedule last. Credited classes always have priority over a study
hall.
There will be placement available for a limited number of students to aid in the office during the school year. Students must be
reliable and have a desire to work. Student must have good attendance, have 5 other credited classes, and be on track for
graduation. Application forms are in the main office and will be accepted during the first week of the trimester
only.
Teacher Assistant
Prerequisite: written permission from the teacher. 11 and 12 grade only
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Students wishing to sign up for this option should choose Study Hall as their course selection for the trimesters they wish to be a
student assistant. Study hall is always entered in a students’ schedule last. Credited classes always have priority over a study
hall.
Each teacher may have 1 assistant for each hour, not including their prep hour. Students must have good attendance, have 5
other credited classes, and be on track to graduate. Application forms are in the main office and will be accepted
during the first week of the trimester only.
STUDY HALL (NO CREDIT)
Course Number: 902201, 902202, 902203
May be taken for more than one trimester; specify trimester by course number. May not be offered all trimesters.
Prerequisite: sufficient number of credits.
Notes: 11th and 12th grade only. Tenth graders may take 1 study hall during their 10th grade year, IF THEY HAVE NOT FAILED
ANY 9th GRADE CLASSES. May not be offered all hours.
Study hall is always entered in a students’ schedule last. Credited classes always have priority over a study hall.
Quiet study period. Five credited courses must be taken with 1 study hall.
VOLUNTEERISM
Volunteering is an integral part of life. Approved volunteer hours can appear on your transcript and can be very helpful when
applying for scholarships. The volunteer hours can be earned either during the school year or over summer break. Please see the
Volunteer Coordinator for information and to obtain the forms needed to document your hours. The Volunteer Coordinator also has
information about locations needing volunteers. This transcript recognition is not to be confused with the credited course
Volunteer Service (see Cooperative Education department in this handbook).
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REGISTRATION WORKSHEET
Trimester 1
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IMPORTANT: Alternative choices – please list 6 trimesters:
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