MAPLE GROVE
SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL
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2021-2022
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 MGSH. 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 MGSH 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 student.
To assist you with this process, we 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
Jill Knutson, Assistant Principal
Janell Leisen Assistant Principal
Brad Revolinski, Assistant Principal
Amanda Reinschmidt, Special Education Building Coordinator
Shelly Benusa, Counselor
Jennifer Hamel, Counselor
Heather Hernandez, Counselor
Jacquelyn Rothstein, Counselor
Sarah Vander Pol, Counselor
Krista Brenno, 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 ..................................................................................... 6
PATHWAYS FOR COLLEGE READINESS………………………………………………………………………...7
CAREER & COLLEGE PLANNING.............................................................................................................. 8
CAREER GUIDANCE ............................................................................................................................... 8-9
EXTRACURRICULAR & CO-CURRICULAR ACTIVITY ACADEMIC ELIGIBILITY ................................... .10
BUSINESS, MARKETING & INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (BMIT) .................................................. 11-12
COOPERATIVE EDUCATION ................................................................................................................... 13
ENGLISH/LANGUAGE ARTS............................................................................................................... 14-19
FAMILY & CONSUMER SCIENCE (FACS)…...…….………………………………………………….………..20
HEALTH SCIENCE MAGNET PROGRAM (at Osseo Senior High)....................................................... 22-22
MATHEMATICS.................................................................................................................................... 23-25
MUSIC.................................................................................................................................................. 26-28
PHYSICAL EDUCATION/HEALTH ....................................................................................................... 29-31
SCIENCE.............................................................................................................................................. 32-34
SOCIAL STUDIES ................................................................................................................................ 36-39
TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION............................................................................................................... 40-42
VISUAL ARTS ...................................................................................................................................... 43-47
WORLD LANGUAGE............................................................................................................................ 48-49
SPECIAL PROGRAMS AND ADDITIONAL INFORMATION................................................................. 50-53
Articulation Agreements...................................................................................................................... 50
Career & Technical Education/Special Education............................................................................... 50
Concurrent Enrollment ....................................................................................................................... 51
English Learners (EL) ......................................................................................................................... 51
International Baccalaureate Programmes........................................................................................... 51
Online Learning ................................................................................................................................. 52
Post Secondary Enrollment Options (PSEO) ...................................................................................... 52
Special Education............................................................................................................................... 53
Student Aides ..................................................................................................................................... 53
Study Hall ........................................................................................................................................... 53
Volunteerism....................................................................................................................................... 53
REGISTRATION WORKSHEET ................................................................................................................ 54
COURSES BY TITLE (Alphabetical Index) ........................................................................................... 55-59
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INTRODUCTION
REGISTRATION GUIDELINES
• Ninth and tenth graders must carry six credits per trimester. 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
Art of Film Journalism Internship
Basic Journalism Photography B: Digital
Computer Gaming and 3-D Modeling Principles of Construction
Digital Journalism Radio and Television
Digital Photography Specialty Tech Lab Wood Technology
Fashion Apparel and Design Web Design 1
GAME:IT Game Design Wood Technology
IB Diploma Programme Film Wood Tech 2
Interactive Multimedia for Business Yearbook Lab
Interior Design
Introduction to CAD *Not all courses are offered at all schools every year
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
GRADE 9 GRADE 10 GRADE 11 GRADE 12
Trimester 1 Trimester 1
Trimester 1 Trimester 1
1. English 11 or 1. English 12 or
1. English 9 or 1. English 10 or equivalent equivalent
equivalent equivalent
2. World History A 2. Economics
2. Human Geography 9 A 2. U.S. History 10 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. 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
5. elective 5. elective 4. * Math 4. elective
6. elective 6. elective
5. elective 5. 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 to graduate
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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 in the Ramp Up to Readiness program. The CRC provides 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 NCAA Clearinghouse (for college athletics)
• Small group informational presentations • Core course audit
• Individual appointments • Division I and II eligibility
• College representative visits
• CRC bulletin Testing
• ACT/SAT
Upcoming ACT and SAT test dates • PSAT/NMSQT
College open house information • Advanced Placement
Scholarship opportunities
Military representative visits Special Activities
• Official transcripts and verification data for • Member of North Hennepin Chamber of
college applications/scholarships
Commerce
Financial Aid • Mock Interviews, Star Student Awards and
• Free Application for Federal Student Aid
Banquet
(FAFSA)
• Scholarship opportunities Employment Opportunities
• Student loan information
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,
and two to three years of world language in 9th through 12th 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 the school.
Military representative visits are posted under the Military tab on the CRC web page.
For further information about all the above types of post-high school training and
financial aid, students are encouraged 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 & 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/
credits are posted.
GRADE FALL WINTER SPRING • The Activities Coordinator will follow up after
grades and credits are posted to ensure all
90 4 8 students are eligible.
• The Activities Coordinator will inform any
10 13 18 23 student who becomes ineligible.
11 28 34 40
12 46 52 58
Note: 64 credits required to graduate
To be certified by the NCAA Clearinghouse, you must accomplish the following:
1. Graduate from high school CORE UNITS REQUIRED DIVISION DIVISION
You should apply for certification before FOR NCAA I II
graduation if you wish to participate in athletics CERTIFICATION
as a freshman at the college to which you will English 4 years 3 years
be admitted. The Clearinghouse will issue a 3 years 2 years
preliminary certification report when you have Math 2 years 2 years
submitted all of your materials. After Science 2 years 2 years
graduation, the Clearinghouse will review your 1 year 3 years
final transcript to make a final certification Social Studies 4 years
decision according to NCAA standards. From English, Math, or 4 years
Science 16 years
2. Earn a grade-point average of at least 2.3 Additional Core: English, 16 years
(for Division I) and 2.2 (Division II) (on a Math, Science, World
4.00 scale) in a core curriculum of at least 16 Language, Philosophy,
courses which were successfully completed Non-doctrinal Religion
during grades nine through 12. The chart
included here shows core courses you must Total Core Units
include at a minimum. Required
3. Earn a minimum SAT/ACT sum score.
For additional information you may go to
www.ncaaclearinghouse.net or www.ncaa.org.
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BUSINESS, MARKETING & INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (BMIT)
Business and Personal Law Financial and Investment Planning
Course Number: 104300 Course Number: 103400
Prerequisite: None Prerequisite: None
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective
Grade Level: 9-12 Grade Level: 9-12
Course Description: This class will cover a basic introduction to Course Description: Learn about building your wealth! In this
law, the Bill of Rights, criminal law, civil law, and contract law. class you will develop skills for investing in stocks, bonds, mutual
You can expect class discussions, guest speakers and group funds, real estate, life insurance and play the stock market game.
Learn how to grow your own money tree!
projects as part of this course.
Effective Study for High School and College Introduction to Business
Course Number: 106100 Course Number: 104100
Prerequisite: None Prerequisite: None
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective
Grade Level: 9-12 Grade Level: 9-12
Course Description: This class will help you improve your Course Description: This course is an introduction to all aspects
organization, test taking, listening, and note taking skills. If you of business. You will identify the path to follow for future success
want to become a more proficient learner, Effective Study is the in business, explore the role of business in our global economy,
course for you. You will not only be provided with the building and study the functional areas of business and business career
blocks for becoming a master student, but you will also put your
skills to practical use while taking this course. Units of instruction opportunities.
include; time management, listening, test taking, note taking,
reading and surveying a textbook. The skills learned in this Keyboarding and Business Communications
course should assist you in all of your other coursework in high
school as well as your post-secondary studies. Course Number: 102200
Earn college credit in high school—this course qualifies for
Entrepreneurship articulated college credit. See page 50 for more information.
Course Number: 104400 Prerequisite: Computer skills and typing experience
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective
Earn college credit in high school—this course qualifies for Grade Level: 9-12
articulated college credit. See page 50 for more information.
Prerequisite: None Course Description: Upon completion of this class, you will
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective have the knowledge to use the computer as a tool for your
Grade Level: 9-12 personal, college, and career needs. You will use Microsoft Office
to create professional and personal letters, electronic mail,
Course Description: This class is for students who want to be their reports, forms, tables, outlines, and job application documents.
own boss and have great ideas for starting a business. This This is a great class for college and career prep!
course provides you with the opportunity to research and write a
business plan (the resume’ for your business). In addition, you
will discuss and apply what they learn in following areas: Marketing
Characteristic of the successful entrepreneur, demographic Course Number: 105100
research, finding a location for your business, financial Prerequisite: None
requirements, determining your competition and target market,
staffing your business , and marketing your product or services. Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective
Grade Level: 9-12
Course Description: In this class, you will explore how
marketers persuade and advertise through the principles of
marketing. Using a variety of activities, you will learn about the
marketing mix, research process, and social responsibilities of
marketing.
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BUSINESS, MARKETING & INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (BMIT) continued
Personal Financial Management Sports and Entertainment Marketing
Course Number: 103300 Course Number: 105200
Earn college credit in high school: This course qualifies for Prerequisite: None
articulated college credit. See page 50 for more information. Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective
Concurrent enrollment options may be available. See the Grade Level: 9-12
teacher for more information Course Description: Learn the basic concepts of economics,
marketing and merchandising in both the sports and the
Prerequisite: None entertainment worlds. This course teaches how marketers use
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective endorsements, sponsorship, and public relations tools to capture
Grade Level: 9-12 their audience.
Course Description: Don’t let your money manage you! Learn
skills to manage your finances at all stages of life. Find out how to Web Design 1
develop and live on a budget, and learn about banking, smart Course Number: 102500
credit usage, saving strategies, and simple tax filing. Note: Prior knowledge of keyboarding is strongly recommended
Prerequisite: None
Positive Leadership Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective, Fine Arts
Course Number: 104200 Grade Level: 9-12
Prerequisite: None Course Description: Create your own website and earn an ART
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective credit at the same time. You will use HTML, CSS, elements and
principles of design to create websites! Students should have
basic computer skills, but do not need to be computer experts to
Grade Level: 9-12
Course Description: In this course, you will discover leadership take this course
strengths and develop areas of weaknesses. You will refine your
ability to lead others to shared goals, get your life organized, build
confidence in yourself and others, and refine your communication
skills. Everyone can be a leader!
Principles of Accounting A, B, C
Course Numbers: 103101 + 103102 + 103103
Prerequisite: A - none, B - Principles of Accounting A,
C - Principles of Accounting B
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective
Grade Level: 9-12
Note: Students may sign up to take only Accounting A for
career exploration.
Course Description:
Principles of Accounting A: This class is an introduction to the
fundamental concepts needed to run a business. You will learn
basic terminology and explore career opportunities.
Principles of Accounting B: This class extends your learning in
Accounting A to include accounting principles needed for a
merchandising business set up as a corporation.
Principles of Accounting C: This class applies what you learned
in Accounting A and B to accounting for a corporation. A simulation
will be used to give you practical experience using real-life
examples.
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COOPERATIVE EDUCATION
College and Career Readiness Off To College
Course Number: 112101; 112102; 112103 Course Number: 113300
Note: May be taken for one trimester or more; specify trimester Prerequisite: None
by course number
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective
Prerequisite: None
Grade Level: 11-12
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective
Off To College continued This course is designed to prepare
Grade Level: 9-12 juniors and seniors for post secondary educations. Specifically
Course Description: This course is designed for the student who focusing on: Researching post secondary options based on their
wants to become inspired about preparing for the future beyond career goals, how to pay for college (financial aid options,
high school! You will learn information about the technical skills FAFSA), the college admissions process (college essay and
and academic knowledge you will need to become prepared for a personal statement), College Life 101, College terminology,
successful transition to post secondary education as well as future
strategies for success in college, and scheduling/planning.
employment. The course will cover the topics of: twenty- first
century employability skills, legal and safety issues, ethics, career Volunteer Service
planning strategies, financial literacy, communication and Course Number: 113101 + 113102 + 113103
interpersonal skills, personal goal setting, the skill of decision-
making through problem solving and critical thinking, as well as Note: May be taken for one trimester or more; specify trimester
the examination of post secondary academic and training options by course number
related to personal interests. You will participate in cooperative, Prerequisite: You must be able to provide your own
project -based and contextual learning experiences; combined transportation to volunteer sites.
with mentorship and guidance from community speakers coming
into the classroom and participating in community experiences Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective
where you will be able to observe today's real-world requirements. Grade Level: 10-12
A student who participates in and successfully completes this
course, each trimester for a full year; will achieve the confidence, Course Description: Volunteer Service will give you an
courage and competence they will need to plan for their future and opportunity to contribute to community through helping others.
the ability to earn a "College and Workplace Readiness" certificate Service-related activities may take place in both school and
community volunteer settings; (i.e. elementary tutoring, day care
which can be used to build/boost a resume and a portfolio. centers, food shelves, environmental projects, political campaigns,
medical/health care facilities, etc.). A volunteer experience will
College and Career Readiness Internship consist of a minimum of 40 hours and will be arranged by the
student with instructor assistance and approval. Students will meet
Course Number: 112201; 112202; 112203 in class one day per week as a cooperative learning experience to
share information about the individual volunteer experiences, log
Note: May be taken for one trimester or more; specify trimester service hours and journal. The topics of classroom discussion will
by course number
Prerequisite: Must be taken with College and Career Readiness be related to community service: role of citizen in community,
concurrently. You must be able to provide your own commitment to leadership, human dignity, cultural diversity,
prejudice/discrimination, etc. An enrichment phase and alternative
transportation to job sites. project will be arranged for students who take this class more than
once. Through service, students will also gain valuable information
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective
Grade Level: 10-12 about themselves that will be useful to them in the career
Course Description: With coordinator assistance, you will development process.
participate in competitive employment, job shadowing, volunteer
service, apprenticeship or internships.
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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
Advanced curriculum • Develop higher level thinking potential college credit
Placement • Recognized skills • Students must have above
nationally • Additional honor points earned average ability in reading, writing
• Rigorous with a C or above, for weighted and math
• Available to all grade GPA • Expect considerable homework in
levels most classes
• 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
assignments. Summer reading may be assigned and
Fulfills graduation requirement for: English 9 must be completed by the first day of school.
Grade Level: 9 Prerequisite: None
Course Description: English 9 focuses on developing Fulfills graduation requirement for: English 9
and strengthening skills in writing, reading, speaking,
listening, and thinking. The writing process will be used to Grade Level: 9
complete multi-paragraph expository essays and creative
compositions. A variety of reference materials and media Course Description: HP English 9 is an in-depth study of
skills will be used to conduct research and to write a formal the skills and practices covered in English 9. You will read
paper. Students will continue to practice language skills in complex and advanced contemporary and classes texts,
spelling, vocabulary, and grammar. The study of literature including novels, short stories, poetry, drama, and nonfiction
includes short stories, novels, drama, poetry and that reflect diversity in race, gender, economics, and
nonfiction. Attention is also given to effective reading geography. You will write for a variety of purposes, and will
strategies and independent reading. compose persuasive or argumentative, narrative, and/or critical
papers. You will continue to learn research and inquiry skills,
which will culminate in a research paper. Grammar and usage
review are both explicit and authentic, focusing on applications
of convention in writing. You will also develop and practice
effective speaking skills in individual presentations and
collaborative discussions
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ENGLISH/LANGUAGE ARTS
REQUIRED COURSES
10th grade graduation requirement
Choose one of the following - See chart on page 14 for HP information
English 10 A, B, C HP English 10 A, B, C
Course Number: 032901 + 032902 + 032903 Course Number: 033041 + 033042 + 033043
Must register for all 3 trimesters Must register for all 3 trimesters
Prerequisite: None Note: This course includes extensive reading and writing
assignments. Summer reading may be assigned and must be
Fulfills graduation requirement for: English 10 completed by the first day of school.
Grade Level: 10 Prerequisite: None
Course Description: Sophomore English focuses on the Fulfills graduation requirement for: English 10
study of composition and language skills, and the study of
literature, which includes novels, poetry, short fiction, and Grade Level: 10
non-fiction. The writing process, including prewriting,
revising, and editing is studied, and expository writing Course Description: This challenging course is for students
compositions are emphasized. Mechanical skills such as who are prepared to read widely, analyze in-depth, and write with
punctuation and spelling are stressed and reviewed. enthusiasm and accuracy. Self-discipline is necessary to
succeed, as work must be completed primarily out of class. The
curriculum enhances regular English 10 by emphasizing literary
analysis of short stories, novels, poetry, and various kinds of
composition.
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ENGLISH/LANGUAGE ARTS REQUIRED COURSES
11th grade graduation requirement
Choose one of the following - See chart on page 14 for AP information
English 11 A, B, C AP English 11 A, B, C *
Course Number: 033401 + 033402 + 033403 Course Number: 033871 + 033872 + 033873
Must register for all 3 trimesters Must register for all 3 trimesters
Prerequisite: None Note: Advanced Placement course. This course includes
Fulfills graduation requirement for: English 11 extensive reading and writing assignments all year. Summer
Grade Level: 11 reading will be assigned and must be completed by the first day
Course Description: This course includes the study of of school. Students are encouraged to take the AP Exam for
composition, speaking/listening and literature, which is drawn this course.
from novels, plays, poems, short stories by classical,
contemporary and multicultural writers. You will write for a Prerequisite: None
variety of audiences and produce persuasive , narrative and
analytical papers, using a process approach to writing. You will Fulfills graduation requirement for: English 11
edit your writing using skills reinforced through language study.
Grade Level: 11
English 11 Flex A, B, C
Course Number: 033501 + 033502 + 033503 Course Description: In this course, you will focus on literature,
including fiction, nonfiction, poetry and drama, and advance
your reading, writing and discussion skills. You will be
responsible for completing significant reading and lengthy
writing projects on your own time.
Note: Flex courses are offered outside of the normal
parameters of a school schedule. Some days during the AP English 11 Flex A, B, C *
week, the student will learn online instead of physically
attending class. 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 assigned and must be completed by the first day
Fulfills graduation requirement for: English 11 of school. Students are encouraged to take the AP Exam for
Grade Offered: 11 this course.
Course Description: See English 11 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.
Prerequisite: None
Fulfills graduation requirement for: English 11
Grade Level: 11
Course Description: See AP English 11
*weighted grade course (see pg. 5)
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ENGLISH/LANGUAGE ARTS
REQUIRED COURSES
12th grade graduation requirement
Choose one of the following - See chart on page 14 for AP information
English 12 A, B, C AP English 12 A, B, C *
Course Number: 034101 + 034102 + 034103 Course Number: 034371 + 034372 + 034373
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. Summer reading
Fulfills graduation requirement for: English 12 will be assigned and must be completed by the first day of
school. Students are encouraged to take the AP Exam for this
Grade Level: 12 course.
Course Description: The goal of English 12 is to help you Prerequisite: None
learn critically and independently. You will read literature, not
just to comprehend the plot, but also interpret and analyze the Fulfills graduation requirement for: English 12
ideas presented. You will develop your own ideas and opinions
in response to literature. You will continue to improve your Grade Level: 12
discussion, research, and writing skills. Writing assignments
may include persuasive essays, personal responses to topics Course Description: This course accelerates and augments
presented in class, autobiographical stories and creative writing. the English 12 curriculum by asking students to make an in-
depth study of required materials through application, analysis,
synthesis, and evaluation. Students will be expected to work
independently and/or cooperatively on assignments outside of
class and to produce quality projects. AP English 12 is a college
preparation class structured to teach students how to analyze
and discuss literature, find subtext and classical allusions and
write formal literary analyses.
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ENGLISH/LANGUAGE ARTS
ELECTIVE COURSES
21st Century Media: Seeing the World in the Digital Age Creative Writing
Course Number: 037500 Course Number: 037200
Prerequisite: None Prerequisite: None
Grade Level: 9-12 Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective
Fulfills Graduation Requirement for: Elective Grade Level: 9-12
Course Description: Students will get to encounter a variety of Course Description: This class is an excellent opportunity for
media-from the classic print, to the newest apps and platforms. All students to express themselves in writing poetry or prose.
the while, students will analyze and learn the role these media Various creative thinking activities are designed to help
play in our world, and examine how these forms are currently students develop ideas which will be the basis for the writing
being used in current events. activities. Students will use the writing process from prewriting
through revision to create polished writing for a public audience.
African American Literature A workshop setting gives the students the freedom to work
Course Number: 035700 together on some activities and share ideas. All activities are
geared toward improving written expression and the enjoyment
Prerequisite: None of writing and sharing one's creations.
Grade Level: 9-12
Fulfills Graduation Requirement for: Elective The Graphic Novel
Course Number: 037400
Course Description: The African American experience in
America has been a trial of the human spirit. Brought here in
chains as slaves, forced to work for generations in the fields of Prerequisite: None
the South, subject to the racism and oppression of an openly
racist society, ignored for decades in their freedom, segregated Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective
from opportunity for most of this century, African Americans have Grade Level: 9-12
endured, adapted and experienced the gamut of human emotion Course Description: The Graphic Novel is a course designed
and travail. We will trace this experience through the stories, for both long time readers of graphic novels/comics and those
thoughts and letters of their greatest writers. 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
Art of Film the history of the medium, analyze the assigned texts, create a
graphic story, and enjoy the marvelous blend of pictures and text.
Course Number: 036900
Prerequisite: None
Grade Level: 9-12
Fulfills Graduation Requirement for: Elective, Fine Arts
Course Description: The power of communication climbs to a
new plateau with the wide-spread distribution of digital film
technology. Written, spoken, and visual communication skills -
once reserved only for the motion-picture elite- are now available
to you, too. This course invites you to write, shoot, and edit your
own digital films within a disciplined artistic setting. You will hone
your talents within five areas: writing for film, preproduction,
production, post-production, and coordination via project
management. Please join us on this creative journey if you are
willing to invest your time, energy and talents to achieve Art-of-
Film success (of course, all films must be school-appropriate).
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ENGLISH/LANGUAGE ARTS
ELECTIVE COURSES
Mythology Writing Center
Course Number: 036300 CourseNumber: 037800
Prerequisites: None Note: May be taken more than one trimester.
Grade Level: 9-12 Prerequisite: English10and InstructorApproval
Fulfills Graduation Requirement for: Elective Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective
Course Description: This course studies the mythologies of Grade Level: 11-12
Greece, Rome, the Norse countries, and others. The subject
matter includes the study of the gods, their place in the ancient Course Description: Writing Center Student Coaches must
world and the stories told about them. Students who take this be approved by staff as a student leader, an accomplished
course will be better able to understand the many allusions to writer, and a strong peer reviewer of writing. Your job will be
mythology which they encounter in literature and the modern to help your fellow classmates brainstorm, edit, review, and
world. rewrite their written work in the Maple Grove Writing Center.
You will work to improve student writing through peer re-
view, facilitating, self-assessment, and writing instruction;
Race and Culture in Literature these student tutors will be available each class period in
Course Number: 037600 the Writing Center, as well as providing online feedback.
Prerequisite: None
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective Yearbook Lab A, B
Grade Level: 9-12 Course Number: 037101 + 037102
Course Description: This course will use literature and historical Two trimester course, (1st and 2nd trimesters) must register
context for students to understand the lived experiences of the for both trimesters/1 credit earned each trimester.
various racialized groups. This will occur through reading the
contrast of dominant and absent narratives. Topics to be covered Prerequisite: Written permission of instructor required to reg-
in this course may include: Investigating the creation of racial ister for this course.
identity and how it has sustained or challenged beliefs about race Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective, Fine Arts
and culture; analyzing the various elements of race and culture in Grade Level: 9-12
literature and how they inform or reflect our attitudes, behavior,
and society, in general; interpreting the continuing conflict Course Description: This course is designed for students
between racial, cultural, and gender relationships in literature with an interest in one or more of the following areas of year-
book journalism: copy writing, interviewing, researching,
graphic design, desk top publishing, Type Vision for Microsoft,
and photography. Each student will serve as a staff member of
the yearbook, assisting in one or more areas of yearbook
production: theme development, layout, writing, word pro-
cessing, graphic design, photography, publicity, sales, and
fund-raising. Through participation in Yearbook Lab, you are
becoming a “recorder of history and events”.
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FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCES (FACS)
ELECTIVE COURSES
Careers, Life & You Fashion, Apparel & Design
Course Number: 022100 Course Number: 023100
Prerequisites: None Prerequisite: None
Grade Level: 9-12 Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective
Fulfills Graduation Requirement for: Elective Grade Level: 9-12
Course Description: In this course, you will research a variety Course Description: In this course, you will study the elements
of post-secondary options and careers. You will examine career and principles of design as applied to fashion. Topics may
interests, personal abilities, goal setting, and communication; and include fashion history, clothing design, and garment styles and
explore the qualities and transferrable skills that employers are parts. You will explore fashion industry careers. This is not a
seeking. Current information will be presented on job trends and clothing construction class.
the changing world of work.
Note: Students may earn credit for MN Academic Standard for
Child Development the Arts.
Course Number: 023300
Prerequisite: None Interior Design
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective Course Number: 023200
Grade Level: 9-12 Prerequisite: None
Course Description: You will study human development from Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective
pregnancy through age three. The skills needed to be an Grade Level: 9-12
educated and prepared parent will be studied, and you will have
the opportunity to experience first-hand infant care by taking Course Description: You will study the elements and principles
home an infant simulator for one weekend. of design as it relates to interior spaces. Topics of study may
include floor plans and elevation, furniture, wall coverings,
Exploring Childhood windows, flooring, lighting, and room styles. Industry careers will
Course Number: 023500 be explored.
Prerequisite: None Note: Students may earn credit for MN Academic Standard for
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective the Arts.
Grade Level: 9-12 Real Life 023000
Course Description: This course studies the physical, Course Number:
emotional, and intellectual development of the school-aged child
(6-12 years old). You will compare and contrast early childhood Prerequisite: none
learning options while investigating industry professionalism and
ethics related to child development career possibilities. Topics of Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective
study may include: special needs, divorce, child abuse, cultural Grade Level: 9 - 12
norms in parenting, and others. Course Description: This course will help you learn what is
Exploring the Teaching Profession A, B, C needed to live independently. Areas of study may include
Course Number: 004301+ 004302 + 004303 personal finance, transportation, housing and interpersonal
relationships. You will also have the opportunity to interact with
Prerequisite: none professionals from our community.
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective
Grade Level: 11 - 12
Course Description: Students explore and respond to the question,
“Why teach?” In doing so, they examine their own interests in teaching
while taking a close look at the multiple factors that shape schools
today. Students will volunteer in area schools in a service-learning
capacity, attend class, make presentations, write reflective papers and
blog posts in 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. 20
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 52 for more information.
Note: Each course is a 2 hour class/2 credits earned per class for a total of 6 credits. Transportation is not
provided. You must register for all 3 courses.
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective (2 credits per trimester - 6 credits total)
Grade Offered: 11-12
First Aid and CPR Emergency Medical Responder 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
Class meets for two periods daily, 1st Aid/CPR class First Responder/ CPR Instructor class
trimester only. Class meets for two periods daily, 2nd Class meets for 2 periods daily; 3rd
trimester only. trimester only.
Course Description: This course Course Description: This course is Course Description: This course will
provides instruction that will prepare the designed to provide the first responder at prepare students to become a certified
student to successfully perform artificial the scene of a medical or trauma EMT-Basic. The recognition and
ventilation/circulation until other health emergency the necessary knowledge and emergency treatment of a sick or injured
care professionals arrive. Activities in this skill to manage patient care until the arrival patient is the focus, and students will be
course include unwitnessed cardiac arrest, of ambulance personnel. The course will trained to utilize basic and advanced EMS
infant/child/adult airway obstruction cover anatomy and physiology, the body skills and equipment in a hands-on
management, and cardiopulmonary systems, medical terminology, patient environment by way of simulated
resuscitation (CPR). Emphasis is on assessment, vital signs, bleeding and emergency scenarios. Speakers currently
bleeding and shock control, basic splinting, shock control, spinal immobilizations, working in the emergency care field may
bandaging, patient assessment, and lifts splinting, bandaging, use of oxygen, include physicians, nurses, paramedics,
and carries. The student will be trained on adjunctive equipment, water safety and life fire fighters, law enforcement officers and
what to do for the first 10 minutes of an saving techniques, working with other medical personnel. Field study
emergency. Moulages and scenarios will ambulance stretchers and patient opportunities are available at area
be used to test skills/competencies. transport, as well as CPR instructor hospitals, clinics, ambulance services,
training. Emphasis is placed on practical police departments and fire departments.
skills through simulations and field
NOTE: Upon successful completion of this experience opportunities. NOTE: Upon completion of this course, the
course, the student is eligible to test for the NOTE: Upon successful completion of this student will be eligible to take the National
following certifications: American Red Cross course, students will be eligible to receive Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians:
Standard First Aid/ Responding to EMT-Basic exam.
Emergencies, Community CPR, and the
American Heart Association Health Care these industry certifications: MN Department *This course follows the guidelines
Provider CPR. of Health First Responder, and American established by the United States
Heart Association CPR Instructor. Department of Transportation and
meets the requirements set forth by the
MN Emergency Medical Services
Regulatory Board.
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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 Nursing Assistant & Home Health Aide
Course Number: 122401 (Tri 1); 122402 (Tri 2); Course Number: 123101 or 123102 or 123103
122403 (Tri 3)
Earn college credit in high school—this course qualifies
Earn college credit in high school—this course qualifies for articulated college credit. See page 52 for more
for articulated college credit. See page 52 for more information.
information.
Note: This is a 1-trimester course. Please specify preferred
May be taken for more than one trimester for credit; specify trimester by course number, but specified trimester placement
trimester by course number is not guaranteed.
Note: Two hour class/2 credits earned each trimester. Two hour class/2 credits earned. Transportation is not
Transportation is not provided. provided.
Prerequisite: Admission by application only; successful Students must be 16 to take the state test. This course includes
completion of the OEC course series required. demonstration of skills in a clinical setting; transportation to
clinicals is not provided.
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective (2 credits each
trimester) Prerequisite: None
Grade Level: 12 Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective (2 credits)
Course Description: You will have the opportunity to enhance Grade Level: 11-12
competency and skill development. There will be advanced
training in such areas as cardiology, intravenous therapy and Course Description: In this 1-trimester course, you will learn
automatic defibrillation. Credit is also awarded for time spent on how to care for patients by taking vital signs, transferring
ambulances, police or fire ride-alongs, or in the hospital. patients, feeding, and personal care. You will develop and
demonstrate the core competencies required by the MN
Medical Terminology ONLINE Competency Exam.
Course Number: 124300
Earn college credit in high school—this course qualifies
for articulated college credit. See page 52 for more
information.
Prerequisite: None Must have computer and internet
access outside of school.
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective
Grade Level: 11-12
Course Description: You will learn the terminology commonly
used in the health care industry. You will apply the knowledge
to the study of term relations to various body systems.
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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 nationally skills
Placement • Students must have above average
ability in reading, writing and math
• Rigorous • Additional honor points earned
with a C or above, for weighted • Expect considerable homework in
• Available to all grade GPA most classes
levels
• This level of coursework is expected
• Students self-select from highly selective colleges
into the course
HP • Accelerated curriculum • More challenge than regular-level • No college credit
• Rigorous • course • Expect more homework in most
High • Available to all grade • Develop higher level thinking classes
Performance levels skills This level of coursework is expected
Prepares students for college- • from highly selective colleges
level curriculum
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: Completion of Linear Algebra Prerequisite: Completion of Algebra 1 or Non-Linear Algebra
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Non-Linear Algebra Fulfills graduation requirement for: Geometry
Grade Level: 9-12 Grade Level: 9-12
Course Description: This course gives students a review of Course Description: In this course, you will extend and
linear functions and related concepts and introduces students to advance general geometric concepts by further developing logic,
graphical and algebraic methods used to analyze nonlinear reasoning and problem solving skills. Topics include the
functions, with special emphasis on exponential quadratic and construction of geometric proofs and logical arguments,
radical functions. Additional topics may include simplifying congruence and similarity, and properties of lines, triangles,
quadrilaterals, and circles. You will solve real-world problems
rational expressions, probability, and statistics.
using two– and three-dimensional measurements and complete
A TI 30 XIIS or TI 34 II calculator is recommended. geometric constructions.
Geometry A, B, C A scientific calculator is needed.
Course Number: 083201 + 083202 + 083203
Non-Linear Algebra/Geometry A, B, C
Must take all 3 trimesters Course Number: 084801 + 084802 + 084803
Prerequisite: Completion of Algebra 1 or Non-Linear Algebra Must take all 3 trimesters
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Geometry Prerequisite: Completion of Linear Algebra
Grade Level: 9-12 Fulfills graduation requirement for: Non-Linear Algebra and
Course Description: In this course you will develop logic, Geometry
reasoning and problem solving skills. Topics include construction Grade Level: 9-12
of geometric proofs and logical arguments, congruence and
similarity, area and volume, and properties of lines, triangles, Course Description: This course covers 6 trimesters of material in
3 trimesters, so you should expect a fast pace and more homework.
quadrilaterals and circles. You will be introduced to graphical and algebraic methods used to
A scientific calculator is needed (a graphing calculator is not analyze nonlinear functions, with emphasis on exponential,
quadratic, and radical functions. You will construct geometric proofs
required).
and logical arguments, congruence and similarity, area and volume,
and properties of lines, triangles, quadrilaterals and circles. Upon
completion, students will receive six credits (3 Non-Linear Algebra,
3 Geometry).
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MATHEMATICS continued
See chart on page 23 for AP and HP information
Algebra 2 A, B, C Pre-Calculus A, B, C
Course Number: 083501 + 083502 + 083503 Course Number: 084001 + 084002 + 084003
Must take all 3 trimesters Must take all 3 trimesters
Prerequisite: Completion of Non-Linear Algebra Prerequisite: Completion of Algebra 2
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Algebra 2 Fulfills graduation requirement for: Math, Elective
Grade Level: 9-12 Grade Level: 9-12
Course Description: This course is organized around families of Course Description: This course is designed to provide an
functions including linear, quadratic, exponential, and radical expanded view of functions, including polynomial, rational, and
functions, as well as probability and data analysis. Additional logarithmic. You will also explore right triangle trigonometry, the
topics may include logarithmic, radical, and rational functions, unit circle, graphing trigonometric functions, and using
sequences and series, and trigonometry. A scientific calculator is trigonometric identities.
needed for this course A graphing calculator is suggested
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. Completion of Geometry Prerequisite: Completion of HP Algebra 2 or by teacher
recommendation at registration
or HP Geometry
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Algebra 2 Fulfills graduation requirement for: Math, Elective
Grade Level: 9-12 Grade Level: 9-12
Course Description: This courses extends and advances Course Description: This course will deepen your
general Algebra 2 concepts. The content is organized around understanding of functions, including polynomial, rational, and
families of functions including linear, quadratics, exponential, logarithmic. You will be introduced to advanced trigonometric
radical, and rational, as well as probability, trigonometry, and properties and applications, including identities, vectors, and
sequence and series. Content is delivered at an accelerated pace polar equations. The content of this course is delivered at an
accelerated pace and includes more challenging applications.
and includes more challenging applications.
A scientific calculator is needed for this course; a graphing A graphing calculator is suggested
calculator is suggested. Calculus A, B, C
Algebra 3 A, B, C Course Numbers: 084101 + 084102 + 084103
Course Number: 083801 + 083802 + 083803 Must take all 3 trimesters
Must take all 3 trimesters Prerequisite: Completion of Pre-Calculus or HP Pre-Calculus
Prerequisite: Completion of Algebra 2 or its equivalent Fulfills graduation requirement for: Math, Elective
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Math, Elective Grade Level: 9-12
Grade Level: 9-12 Course Description: This course is similar to the first semester
of college calculus by exploring functions, limits, continuity,
Course Description: This course advances and strengthens the differentiation with applications, integration, logarithmic,
understanding of families of function, including linear, quadratic, exponential, and trigonometric functions. This course moves at a
polynomial rational, exponential, and logarithms, trigonometry, slower pace then AP Calculus
and matrices. Other advanced algebraic topics may be
emphasized. A graphing calculator is needed
A graphing calculator is suggested *weighted grade course (see pg. 5)
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MATHEMATICS continued
See chart on page 23 for AP and HP information
AP Calculus (AB) A, B, C * Multivariable Calculus and Vector Analysis A, B, C (cont)
Course Number: 085671 + 085672 + 085673 then explore differential and integral calculus of functions of
several variables including the geometry of space, vector
Must take all 3 trimesters functions, partial derivatives, multiple integrals, changes of
Note: Advanced Placement course coordinates, the vector analysis of line and surface integrals, the
Prerequisite: Completion of HP Pre-Calculus or by teacher theorems of Gauss, Green, and Stokes. You may choose to
recommendation at registration prepare for the AP Calculus BC exam.
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Math, Elective A graphing calculator is needed.
Grade Level: 9-12
Course Description: This course is similar to college calculus Statistics A, B, C
and includes such topics as analytic geometry, functions, limits,
continuity, differentiation and integration with applications, and Course Numbers: 084201 + 084202 + 084203
exponential and trigonometric functions. The content of this AP Must take all 3 trimesters
course is delivered at an accelerated pace and includes more Prerequisites: Completion of Algebra 2 or HP Algebra 2
challenging applications. You will prepare for the AP Calculus AB
exam. Grade Level: 9-12
A graphing calculator is needed Fulfills Graduation Requirement for: Math, Elective
AP Calculus (BC) A, B, C * Course Description: In this course, you are introduced to the
Course Number: 085771 + 085772 + 085773 major concepts and tools for collecting, analyzing, and drawing
conclusions from data at a basic level. You will be exposed to four
Must take all 3 trimesters broad conceptual themes: Exploring Data, Sampling and
Experimentation, Anticipating Patterns, and Statistical Inference.
Note: Advanced Placement course A similar graphing calculator is needed.
Prerequisite: Completion of HP Pre-Calculus, AP Calculus AB,
or teacher recommendation at the time of registration AP Statistics A, B, C *
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Math, Elective Course Number: 085871 + 085872 + 085873
Grade Level: 9-12 Must take all 3 trimesters
Course Description: This course is similar to college calculus Note: Advanced Placement course
and moves at a faster pace then Calculus or AP Calculus AB.
You will explore limits, continuity, differentiation and integration Prerequisite: Completion of Algebra 2 or HP Algebra 2
with applications, and exponential, logarithmic, and trigonometric Fulfills graduation requirement for: Math, Elective
functions. Additional topics unique to AP Calculus BC include Grade Level: 9-12
Eulers’ method, improper integrals, methods of integration,
sequences and series, and polar and parametrically-defined Course Description: This course will introduce students to the
curves. You will prepare for the AP Calculus BC exam. major concepts and tools for collecting, analyzing, and drawing
conclusions from data at a more rigorous pace then the standard
A graphing calculator is needed. Statistics course. You will be exposed to four broad conceptual
themes: Exploring Data, Sampling and Experimentation,
Multivariable Calculus and Vector Analysis A, B, C Anticipating Patterns, and Statistical Inference. You will prepare fr
Course Number: 085801 + 085802 + 085803 the AP Statistics exam.
Must take all 3 trimesters A graphing calculator is needed.
Prerequisites: Completion of AP Calculus AB or AP Calculus *weighted grade course (see pg. 5)
BC.
Grade Level: 9-12
Fulfills Graduation Requirement for: Math, Elective
Course Description: This course is similar to a college Calculus
3 course, beginning with a review and extension of topics in
Calculus 2, including methods of integrations, sequence and
series, and polar and parametrically-defined functions. You will
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MUSIC
BAND ORCHESTRA
Band 9 A, B, C Orchestra 9 A, B, C
Course Number: 054001 + 054002 + 054003 Course Number: 054101 + 054102 + 054103
Must take all 3 trimesters Must take all 3 trimesters
Prerequisite: Membership is based on successful completion of Prerequisite: Successful completion of Orchestra 8 in District
Band 8 or recommendation from the instructor.
279 or audition with the orchestra director.
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Fine Arts Fulfills graduation requirement for: Fine Arts
Grade Level: 9 Grade Level: 9
Course Description: You will continue to develop musical skills Course Description: Your musical skills are continuing to
and explore intermediate band music. In daily band rehearsals, develop, and you are ready to explore more challenging
you will gain proficiency on your instrument and expand your orchestral music. In daily orchestra rehearsals, you will be
knowledge of music and music theory. Band 9 performs several learning more advanced playing techniques and expanding your
evening concerts throughout the year, and registration requires a knowledge of music and music theory. Orchestra 9 also performs
several evening concerts throughout the year and your
full year commitment. participation in these concerts is required. Registration for
ALL BAND PLACEMENT FOR GRADES 10-12 WILL orchestra requires a full year commitment.
BE BY AUDITION. ALL ORCHESTRA PLACEMENT FOR GRADES
Symphonic Band A, B, C 10-12 WILL BE BY AUDITION.
Course Number: 056201 + 056202 + 056203 Chamber Orchestra A, B, C
Must take all 3 trimesters Course Number: 057101 + 057102 + 057103
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Band 9 or Must take all 3 trimesters
recommendation from instructor. Prerequisite: Successful completion of Orchestra 9 in District
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Fine Arts 279 or audition with orchestra director.
Grade Level: 10-12 Fulfills graduation requirement for: Fine Arts
Course Description: In this course, you will continue to develop Grade Level: 10-12
your musical skills and explore intermediate-advanced band Course Description: In this level of orchestra, you will gain
music. In daily band rehearsals, you will gain proficiency on your ensemble experience and reflect upon music and your own
instrument and expand your knowledge of music and music musical performance. Chamber Orchestra is a group that focuses
theory. Symphonic Band performs several evening performances on building and reinforcing playing skills that will be needed to
throughout the year, and registration requires a full year perform in the top ensemble (Symphony Orchestra). The
orchestra performs several evening concerts throughout the year,
commitment. and participation is required. Registration for orchestra requires a
Wind Ensemble A, B, C full year commitment.
Course Numbers: 057201 + 057202 + 057203
Must take all 3 trimesters
Prerequisites: Successful completion of Band 9 or
recommendation from instructor.
Grade Level: 10-12
Fulfills Graduation Requirement for: Fine Arts
Course Description: This band is the most advanced band in
the school. You will further develop your musical knowledge of
skills, perform at the highest level, and reflect upon music and
musical performances. Wind Ensemble performs several evening
concerts throughout the year, and registration requires a full year
commitment.
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ORCHESTRA continued CHOIR continued
Symphony Orchestra A, B, C Treble Choir A, B, C
Course Number: 057001 + 057002 + 057003 Course Number: 055101 + 055102 + 055103
Must take all 3 trimesters Must take all 3 trimesters
Prerequisite: Must audition for orchestra placement and have Prerequisite: Recommendation from instructor.
successfully completed one year of 9th grade Orchestra in Fulfills graduation requirement for: Fine Arts
District 279 or Chamber Orchestra
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Fine Arts Grade Level: 10-12
Grade Level: 10-12 Course Description: As a member of Treble Choir, you will
continue to be exposed to music from various time periods, styles
Course Description: In this top orchestra, you will gain more and cultures, develop performance skills, and expand your
experience, deepen your skills, and learn to perform in a full knowledge of music and music theory. The choir performs
orchestra setting, including strings, woodwinds, brass, and intermediate to advanced music for treble (soprano and alto)
percussion. You will reflect upon music and your musical voices at several evening concerts throughout the year, and
performance. Symphony Orchestra performs several required registration requires a full year commitment.
concerts throughout the year, and registration requires a full year
commitment. Varsity Choir A, B, C
CHOIR Course Number: 055001 + 055002 + 055003
Choir 9 A, B, C Must take all 3 trimesters
Course Number: 054201 + 054202 + 054203 Prerequisite: None
Must take all 3 trimesters Fulfills graduation requirement for: Fine Arts
Prerequisite: None Grade Level: 10-12
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Fine Arts Course Description: As a member of this choir, you, will be
Grade Level: 9 exposed to intermediate level music from various time periods.,
styles, and cultures, develop performance skills, and expand your
Course Description: As a member of this choir, you will be knowledge of music and music theory. The choir performs
exposed to a music from various time periods, styles and several evening concerts throughout the year, and registration
cultures, develop performance skills, and expand your knowledge requires a full year commitment.
of music and music theory. The choir performs several evening
concerts throughout the year. Registration for choir requires a full
year commitment.
ALL 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: As a member of this choir, you will be
exposed to more advanced music from various time periods,
styles and cultures. You will continue to develop performance
skills, expand your knowledge of music theory and the voice, and
reflect on musical performances. Concert Choir performs several
evening concerts throughout the year, and registration requires a
full-year commitment.
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TRIMESTER MUSIC ELECTIVES TRIMESTER MUSIC ELECTIVES
Beginning Guitar Piano
May sign up for one, two, or all in sequential order. May sign up for one, two, or all in sequential order.
Note: School will provide guitars, however students may also use Fulfills graduation requirement for: Fine Arts
their own. Grade Level: 9-12
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Fine Arts • Piano A Course Number 058601
Grade Level: 9-12 Prerequisite: None
• Beginning Guitar A Course Number 057701 Description: For the student with little or no experience on the
Prerequisite: None piano. You will learn basic playing skills and learn to read
Description: For the student with little or no experience on the standard music notation.
guitar. You will learn basic playing skills and learn to read • Piano B Course Number 058602
standard music notation. Prerequisite: Successful completion of Piano A
• Beginning Guitar B Course Number 057702 Description: You will expand your music reading skills and
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Guitar A develop intermediate piano techniques.
Description: You will expand your music reading skills and • Piano C Course Number 058603
develop intermediate guitar techniques. Prerequisite: Successful completion of Piano B
• Beginning Guitar C Course Number 057703 Description: You will continue to study various styles of music
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Guitar B and will perform as a soloist and as part of a group.
Description: You will continue to study various styles of music
and will perform as a soloist and as part of a group. The group • Piano Studio Course Number 058600
will have one outside performance.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Piano C
• Guitar Studio Course Number 057700 Description: You will continue developing your piano skills. You
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Guitar C will choose piano pieces and skills to build and advance through
guided and independent practice.
Description: You will continue to develop your guitar skills. You
will choose pieces and skills to build and advance through guided ZERO HOUR OPPORTUNITY
and independent practice..
Music Theory Jazz Ensemble Zero Hour
Course Number: 058100 Course Numbers: 057501 + 057502
Note: This class is offered ZERO HOUR only. Students
Note: May be taken only one time for credit.
must provide their own transportation.
Prerequisite: Recommendation from instructor
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Fine Arts Prerequisites: Concurrent enrollment in instrumental
ensemble and/or permission from instructor
Grade Level: 9-12
Course Description: You will learn fundamental elements of Grade Level: 9-12
music analysis and build skills in ear training and sight singing. Fulfills Graduation Requirement for: Fine Arts
Course Description: Jazz Ensemble is an enrichment
experience for music students playing saxophone,
trombone, trumpet, piano, drums and guitar. Students will
study and perform a variety of big band literature. The
ensemble will perform several times throughout the year
and registration requires a two-trimester commitment.
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PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND HEALTH
HEALTH REQUIRED PHYSICAL EDUCATION REQUIRED
Choose one. Please read descriptions carefully Required Life Fitness can be taken in any grade 9-12
Required Health can be taken in any grade 9-12
Health Education Abstinence Based Health Education Zero Hour
Course Number: 066100 Course Number: 066501, or 066502, or 066503
Prerequisite: None This is a Zero hour class. Students must have their own
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Health transportation to participate.
Grade Level: 9-12 Note: You can specify trimester preference by course number,
Course Description: The focus of this course is centered on and while we will attempt to honor all requests, specific trimester
decision making, rights, respect and responsibilities of healthy placement is not guaranteed.
people. The goal of this Human Sexuality unit is to encourage
sexual abstinence as the best choice for teens. Students are Registration preference given first to 12th grade students,
encouraged to seek support and advice from their family and then 11th grade, then 10th grade, then 9th grade.
other community resources. Contraceptive methods are identified
and described and method effectiveness and risks are defined. Prerequisite: None
Health Education Abstinence Until Marriage Fulfills graduation requirement for: Health
Course Number: 066200 Grade Level: 9-12
Prerequisite: None Life Fitness
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Health Course Number: 063100
Grade Level: 9-12 Prerequisite: None
Course Description: The focus of this course is centered on Fulfills graduation requirement for: Life Fitness
decision making, rights, respect and responsibilities of healthy
people. The goal of this Human Sexuality unit is to guide and Grade Level: 9-12
empower students to remain abstinent until marriage. Students
are encouraged to seek support and advice from their parents/ Course Description: In this required course you will learn to
guardians and their faith community, if any, rather than friends select appropriate physical activities and nutritional practices,
and community resources. Contraceptive methods are discussed and you will demonstrate an understanding of activities to
improve your lifestyle.
within the context of their failure rates only.
.
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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
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective Technology Ed.
Grade Level: 9-12 Course Description: or full course description, see the
Course Description: Club Fitness is specifically designed for Technology department section of this handbook. This course can
students who want to participate in activities like those offered in be found under the Technology department on the course card.
popular health clubs. Activities may include but are not limited to:
various forms of rhythms/music, strength training, cardiovascular,
self-defense (Maple Grove), and other individual and group Nets and Racquets Lab trimester
activities. This course focuses on fun activities students can do Note: May be taken for more than one trimester; specify
their whole lives.
by course number. May not be offered all trimesters.
• Course Number: 064101 (1st trimester)
Competitive Sports Lab for Grades 9 & 10 • Course Number: 064103 (3rd trimester)
Note: May be taken for more than one trimester; specify trimester Prerequisite: None
by course number. May not be offered all trimesters.
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective
• Course Number: 065101 (1st trimester)
Grade Level: 9-12
• Course Number: 065102 (2nd trimester)
Course Description: Students will be introduced to basic striking
• Course Number: 065103 (3rd trimester) skills used in a variety of sports and activities using a racquet and/
Prerequisite: None or net. Beginning strategies, decision making, rules, fitness and
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective competencies will be integrated into a game situation. Activities
Grade Level: 9-10 may include but are not limited: tennis, volleyball, badminton,
pickleball, etc. This course can be repeated for credit. Students
Course Description: This course is for the higher skilled player are required to change into clothing for active participation.
who wants to participate at a competitive level. Activities include:
football, basketball, volleyball, soccer, badminton, pickle ball,
ultimate Frisbee, softball and floor hockey. Positive Direction
Note: May be taken for more than one trimester
Competitive Sports Lab for Grades 11 & 12 Course Number: 066400
Note: May be taken for more than one trimester; specify trimester Prerequisite: None
by course number. May not be offered all trimesters. Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective
• Course Number: 065001 (1st trimester) Grade Level: 9-12
• Course Number: 065002 (2nd trimester) Course Description: This course will focus on learning about the
• Course Number: 065003 (3rd trimester) five areas of wellness: physical, social, emotional, mental, and
Prerequisite: None environmental. This course allows students to explore the
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective 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
Grade Level: 11-12
Course Description: This course is for the higher skilled player value in each experience that will help lead them to success.
who wants to participate at a competitive level. Activities include:
football, basketball, volleyball, soccer, badminton, pickle ball,
ultimate Frisbee, softball and floor hockey.
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PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND HEALTH ELECTIVES
Power Sports for Women Strength and Conditioning Lab
Note: May be taken for more than one trimester; specify trimester Note: May be taken for more than one trimester; specify trimester
by course number. May not be offered all trimesters.
by course number. May not be offered all trimesters.
• Course Number: 065301 (1st trimester)
• Course Number: 064801 (1st trimester)
• Course Number: 065302 (2nd trimester) • Course Number: 064802 (2nd trimester)
• Course Number: 065303 (3rd trimester) • Course Number: 064803 (3rd trimester)
Prerequisite: 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 is designed to empower girls Course Description: This is a program of total body training (both
through physical activity and promote positive self behaviors in a strength and cardiovascular) that includes both health and skill-
competitive environment. Students will develop and improve on related fitness activities. Emphasis will be placed on safety, lifting
physical skills, and learn rules, tactics, strategies and terminology and spotting techniques, proper breathing patterns, and a variety
of lifts that will generate strength improvement. Weight training
in a variety of activities.
and a variety of other conditioning activities will be taught with a
focus on individual improvement and tracking progress. This
Recreational Sports Lab
Note: May be taken for more than one trimester; specify trimester course can be repeated for credit. Students are required to change
into clothing for active participation.
by course number. May not be offered all trimesters.
• Course Number: 064201 (1st trimester)
• Course Number: 064202 (2nd trimester) Unified Physical Education Leadership
• Course Number: 064203 (3rd trimester) Note: May be taken for more than one trimester; specify trimester
Prerequisite: None by course number. May not be offered all trimesters.
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective
Grade Level 9-12 • Course Number: 065201 (1st trimester)
Course Description: In this course, students will learn basic
skills of receiving, rules, strategies, techniques, vocabulary, • Course Number: 065202 (2nd trimester)
• Course Number: 065203 (3rd trimester)
Prerequisite: None
decision making, and etiquette in a variety of games. Students will Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective
perform and integrate receiving skills and fitness into a variety of Grade Level: 9-12
recreational sports and activities. Activities may include but are not
limited: tennis, volleyball, badminton, pickleball, basketball, Course Description: This combined General Education and
softball, football, hockey, etc. This course can be repeated for Adapted Physical Education class will allow students to improve
credit. Students are required to change into clothing for active performance of self and others in recreational and fitness
participation. activities. This course combines students of all abilities to
participate in developmentally appropriate activities including
lifetime activities, physical fitness, and sport. Students will work
together to increase competence and confidence in a variety of
physical activities. Through ongoing leadership opportunities,
members of this course will be empowered to help create a more
inclusive and accepting school environment for all students.
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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
• Recognized nationally • May receive college credit • Must take the AP exam to receive
Advanced • Rigorous potential college credit
Placement • Available to all grade • Develop higher level thinking skills Students must have above average
• Additional honor points earned with a • ability in reading, writing and math
HP levels C or above, for weighted GPA Expect considerable homework in most
High • Students self-select classes
Performance •
• This level of coursework is expected
from highly selective colleges
• Accelerated curriculum • More challenge than regular-level • No college credit
course • Expect more homework in most classes
• Rigorous • Develop higher level thinking skills • This level of coursework is expected
• Prepares students for college-level from highly selective colleges
• Available to all grade curriculum
levels
REQUIRED FOR 9TH GRADE - CHOOSE ONE REQUIRED FOR 10TH GRADE - CHOOSE ONE
Physical Science 9 A, B, C Grade Level: 10
Course Number: 092101 + 092102 + 092103
Course Description: Biology is the study of how organisms
Must register for all 3 trimesters interrelate with each other and the environment. Topics include
ecology, cells, DNA, genetics, evolution, some human body
Prerequisite: None systems, and biodiversity. You will participate in lab-based activities.
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Physical Science
Grade Level: 9 explores the following HP Biology A, B, C
Course Description: Physical Science laboratory skills, and Course Number: 093441 + 093442 + 093443
topics: Nature of Science: engineering, matter and chemical
scientific reasoning/method; Chemistry: Must register for all 3 trimesters
reactions; and Physics: motion, force, and energy. Prerequisite: None
HP Physical Science 9 A, B, C Fulfills graduation requirement for: Biology
Course Number: 092241 + 092242 + 092243 Grade Level: 10
Must register for all 3 trimesters Course Description: The curriculum advances at a faster pace and
Prerequisite: None in greater depth than Biology. An emphasis is placed on lab work
with students utilizing reading, writing, and study skills to produce
sophisticated products with professional detail. Students are
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Physical Science
introduced to biological concepts through the study of biochemistry,
Grade Level: 9 ecological relationships, cells, DNA, genetics, evolution, and
Course Description: Students study the fundamentals of chemistry systems of living organisms.
and physics with an emphasis on science reasoning skills. The
course is taught through lecture, laboratory activities, independent AP Biology A, B, C *
research, group work, experimentation, engineering/project based
learning, and problem solving. In addition, math is frequently used to Course Number: 092371 + 092372 + 092373
deepen scientific relationships. Topics include: Nature of Science,
Must register for all 3 trimesters
Chemistry, and Physics. Nature of Science topics include; laboratory Prerequisites: Biology A, B, C or teacher recommendation AND
skills and scientific reasoning/method. Chemistry: Matter, and completion of summer learning.
chemical reactions. Physics: motion, forces, and energy.
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Biology
REQUIRED FOR 10TH GRADE - CHOOSE ONE Grade Level: 10-12
Biology A, B, C Course Description: The two main goals of AP Biology are to
develop key concepts in contemporary biology through
Course Number: 093201 + 093202 + 093203 experimentation, and the process of scientific understanding.
Must register for all 3 trimesters Primary emphasis is on the key biological concepts of evolution,
Prerequisite: None ecology, systems, and communication. You will prepare for the AP
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Biology exam.
*weighted grade course (see pg. 5)
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For HP and AP information, see chart on page 33
REQUIREMENT FOR GRADUATION - CHOOSE ONE IN GRADE 11 OR 12
Chemistry A, B, C AP Chemistry A, B, C *(cont)
Course Numbers: 094101 + 094102 + 094103 as a first year Chemistry course are assigned required summer
learning. Concepts covered include atoms, periodic principles
Must register for all 3 trimesters and trends, chemical bonds, chemical reactions, molecular
shapes, and molarity. This course differs from prerequisite
Prerequisites: Must take Geometry either before this course or courses in both mathematical formulation of principles/required
in concurrence with this course
Grade Level: 11-12 calculations, and the complexity of the lab work done by
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Chemistry or Physics students. You will prepare for the AP exam.
Course Description: This course teaches the basics of
Chemistry, including the topics of atoms, periodic trends,
chemical bonds, chemical reactions, molecular shapes, and the Physics A, B, C
mole. Math skills are used in problem solving. Course Number: 095101 + 095102 + 095103
Must register for all 3 trimesters
Chemistry in the Community A, B, C Prerequisite: Successful completion of Geometry
Course Numbers: 095001 + 095002 + 095003
Grade Level: 11-12
Must register for all 3 trimesters
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Chemistry or Physics
Prerequisites: None Course Description: Physics is the study of relationships
between energy and matter that occur in the physical world. It
Grade Level: 11-12 includes the study of optics, mechanics and electricity through
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Chemistry or Physics lecture, demonstration, discussion, laboratory work, and problem
Course Description: This is a conceptual course with an solving. It will provide you with a broad overview of the topics that
emphasis on applications to everyday situations or issues in are traditionally introduced in a first-year college physics course.
society. Topics include air, matter, energy, resources, and water;
and course work involves some technical reading and relies on
basic math skills while emphasizing concepts. AP Physics 1: Algebra-Based A, B, C *
Course Numbers: 095471 + 095472 + 095473
HP Chemistry A, B, C Must register for all 3 trimesters
Course Numbers: 094441 + 094442 + 094443 Prerequisites: Successful completion of Geometry
Must register for all 3 trimesters Grade Level: 10-12
Prerequisites: Must take Algebra 2 either before this course or Fulfills graduation requirement for: Chemistry or Physics
Course Description: This course is an algebra-based,
in concurrence with this course
introductory college-level physics course offered with high school
Grade Level: 11-12 level support. You will cultivate your understanding of physics
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Chemistry or Physics through inquiry-based investigations by exploring kinematics,
Course Description: High Performance (HP) Chemistry is an in- dynamics, circular motion and gravitation, energy, momentum,
depth, accelerated course whose topics include atoms, periodic simple harmonic motion, torque and rotational motion, electric
trends, chemical bonds, and chemical reactions. Laboratory work charge and electric force, DC circuits and mechanical waves and
is emphasized and requires the application of reading, math, and sound. You will prepare for the AP exam.
writing skills.
AP Chemistry A, B, C * *weighted grade course (see pg. 5)
Course Numbers: 094671 + 094672 + 094673
Must register for all 3 trimesters
Prerequisites: Student must complete Chemistry A, B, and C
OR completion of summer preparatory work. Completion of
Algebra 2.
Grade Level: 9-12
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Chemistry or Physics
Course Description: This course is equivalent to an introductory
college chemistry course but offered with high school level
supports. It is a second year Chemistry course; students taking it
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SCIENCE (continued)
AP Physics C: Mechanics A, B, C * Human Anatomy & Physiology A: Locomotion
Course Numbers: 095871 + 095872+ 095873 Course Number: 097000
Must register for all 3 trimesters Note: This course includes the dissection of fetal pigs
Prerequisites: Must have completed Calculus Prerequisites: Biology
Grade Level: 9-12
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Chemistry or Physics Grade Level: 11-12
Course Description: This course is equivalent to a one-semester, Fulfills Graduation Requirement for: Elective
calculus based, college-level physics course, but with high school
level support. It is appropriate for students planning to specialize or Course Description: This course provides an introduction for
major in physical science or engineering. You will explore students interested in careers in the fields of medicine, nursing,
kinematics, Newton’s laws of motion, work, energy, and power, dentistry, physical therapy, sports medicine, and related fields.
systems of particles and linear momentum, circular motion and You will gain a deep understanding of human anatomy (the
rotation and oscillations and gravitation. Introductory differential and parts), and physiology (how it works) while preparing you for a
integral calculus is used throughout the course. You will prepare for college anatomy class.
the AP exam.
SCIENCE ELECTIVES Human Anatomy & Physiology B: Communication
Course Number: 097100
Animal Behavior Prerequisites: Human Anatomy & Physiology A
Course Number: 096100 Grade Level: 11-12
Prerequisite: None Fulfills Graduation Requirement for: Elective
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective Course Description: This course provides an introduction for
students interested in careers in the fields of medicine, nursing,
Grade Level: 9-12 dentistry, physical therapy, sports medicine, and related fields.
Course Description: Animal Behavior is the study of animals You will be involved in extensive memorization and dissections to
using observation, labs and comparative analysis. You will work prepare you for a college anatomy class, and you will gain a
directly with living animals to reinforce concepts of behavior. deep understanding of human anatomy and physiology. Topics
covered include: integementary system, nervous system,
Astronomy endocrine system, and urinary system.
Course Number: 096600
Prerequisite: None Marine/Freshwater Biology
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective Course Number: 096500
Grade Level: 9-12 Prerequisite: Biology or Chemistry
Course Description: Astronomy teaches about the night sky and Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective (does NOT fulfill
the cosmos. You will explore stars, constellations, planets, the Biology requirement for graduation)
solar system, and galaxies. Other topics include the possibility of Grade Level: 9-12
alien life in the universe, communication with other life forms, and
the origin and evolution of the universe. Course Description: This one-trimester course will focus on the
ecology, chemistry, and diversity of marine and freshwater
aquatic systems. You will learn about marine/freshwater biology
and the impacts that humans have had on this vast ecosystem
Environmental Studies through dissections, class discussions, lectures, and projects.
Course Number: 096700
Prerequisites: None
Grade Level: 9-12
Fulfills Graduation Requirement for: Elective
Course Description: This course explores the impact of human
activity on the environment. Topics covered include energy use,
population, recycling, and waste. You will examine environmental
issues and will gain information that will help you make personal
decisions regarding your role in the natural world.
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SOCIAL STUDIES
Is 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 credit
Advanced • Recognized nationally • Develop higher level thinking skills Students must have above average
Placement • Rigorous • Additional honor points earned with a • ability in reading, writing and math
• Available to all grade C or above, for weighted GPA Expect considerable homework in most
classes
levels •
• Students self-select
• This level of coursework is expected
from highly selective colleges
REQUIRED FOR 9TH GRADE - CHOOSE ONE REQUIRED FOR 10TH GRADE - CHOOSE ONE
Human Geography 9 A, B U.S. History 10 A, B, C
Course Number: 072401 + 072402 Course Number: 073101 + 073102 + 073103
2 trimester course; must register for both trimesters Must register for all 3 trimesters
Prerequisite: None Prerequisite: None
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Human Geography Fulfills graduation requirement for: U.S. History 10
Grade Level: 9 Grade Level: 10-12
Course Description: In this required course, you will study Course Description: In this course, you will analyze U.S.
humans and how they interact with their surroundings. Through History from pre-colonization to the present. The focus will be
discussion and geographic analysis you will develop various on social, political, cultural, and economic history of the U.S.
perspectives with which to view the world and understand during this time period in order to better understand how the
current events. Topics of study will include agriculture, climate past shapes the present and influences the future.
change, migration, urbanization, and culture.
AP Human Geography A, B, C * AP U.S. History A, B, C *
Course Number: 072471 + 072472 + 072473 Course Number: 073271 + 073272 + 073273
Must register for all 3 trimesters
Must register for all 3 trimesters
Prerequisite: None
Prerequisite: None
Fulfills graduation requirement for: U.S. History 10
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Human Geography
Grade Level: 10-12
Grade Level: 9-12
Course Description: This college-level course will introduce Course Description: This is a college-level course that covers
you to the systematic study of Human Geography. Topics of U.S. History from European colonization to the present. It is
study include population, movement, culture, language, designed to provide you with the analytic skills and factual
religion, industrialization, and land use. You will learn and knowledge necessary for dealing critically with the problems
employ the methods of geographers and will develop a and materials in U.S. history. You will learn to assess historical
geographic perspective with which you view the landscape and materials for relevance, evidence, and interpretations
understand current events. presented in historical scholarship. Thematic learning
objectives include: American and National Identity, Politics and
AP Human Geography Flex A, B, C * Power, Work, Exchange and Technology, Culture and Society,
Migration and Settlement, Geography and the Environment,
Course Number: 072571,+ 072572 + 072573 and America in the World.
Must register for all 3 trimesters
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.
Prerequisite: None *weighted grade course (see pg. 5)
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Human Geography
Grade Level: 9-12
Course Description: See AP Human Geography
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SOCIAL STUDIES - REQUIRED COURSES continued
Is Advanced Placement right for you? See chart on page 36 and talk to your current Social Studies teacher
REQUIRED FOR 11TH GRADE - CHOOSE ONE
World History A, B, C AP Modern World History A, B, C *
Course Number: 073401 + 073402 + 073403 Course Number: 073471 + 073472 + 073473
Must take all 3 trimesters Must take all 3 trimesters
Prerequisite: None Prerequisite: None
Fulfills graduation requirement for: World History Fulfills graduation requirement for: World History
Grade Level: 11-12 Grade Level: 11-12
Course Description: The eight themes of world history will be Course Description: In this college-level course, you will
used to explore the historical and geographic impacts on the examine World History from 12,000 BCE to the present through
world cultures and civilizations from ancient and modern times. the lenses of geography, culture, politics, economics, and society.
You will study various regions of the world and a diverse array of
human events to better understand how the modern world has
been shaped. *weighted grade course (see pg. 5)
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SOCIAL STUDIES - REQUIRED COURSES continued
REQUIRED FOR 12TH GRADE - Must choose one Economics and one Government & Citizenship
Economics AP Microeconomics *
Course Number: 073800 Course Number: 074170
Prerequisite: None Prerequisites: None
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Economics Grade Level: 12
Grade Level: 12 Fulfills Graduation Requirement for: Economics
Course Description: In this course, you will explore knowledge Course Description: In this college-level course, you will
of economic fundamentals, microeconomics, macroeconomics, develop a thorough understanding of the principles of economics,
and personal finance. You will be encouraged to utilize problem learning basic economic concepts, the nature and functions of
solving and high level thinking while analyzing economic issues. product markets, factor markets, market failure and the role of the
Government.
Economics Flex AP Microeconomics Flex *
Course Number: 074800 Course Number : 074770
Note: Flex courses are offered outside of the normal
Note: Flex courses are offered outside of the normal parameters of a school schedule. Some days during the
parameters of a school schedule. Some days during the week, the student will learn online instead of physically
week, the student will learn online instead of physically attending class.
attending class. 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: Economics Grade Level: 12
Grade Level: 12 Course Description: See AP Microeconomics
Course Description: See Economics.
AP Macroeconomics * Government and Citizenship
Course Number: 074070 Course Number: 073900
Prerequisites: None Prerequisite: None
Grade Level: 12 Fulfills graduation requirement for: Government & Citizenship
Fulfills Graduation Requirement for: Economics Grade Level: 12
Course Description: In this college-level course, you will Course Description: In this course you will study the roles of the
explore monetary and fiscal policies as well as International different branches of government at the national, state, and local
Economics, and examine the determination of economics levels, as well as the foundations of American government. You
aggregates, such as total output, total employment, and the price will examine the rights and responsibilities of citizens in a
level. democracy, and apply the fundamental principles of U.S.
government to analyze elections and public policy.
AP Macroeconomics Flex * AP U.S. Government & Politics A, B *
Course Number : 074670
Note: Flex courses are offered outside of the normal Course Number: 074271 + 074272
parameters of a school schedule. Some days during the 2 trimester course, must register for both trimesters.
week, the student will learn online instead of physically Prerequisites: None
attending class.
Grade Level: 12
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Economics
Grade Level: 12 Fulfills Graduation Requirement for: Government & Citizenship
Course Description: See AP Macroeconomics. Course Description: In this course, you will develop an
analytical perspective on government and politics in the United
States. Topics to be covered are as follows: Constitutional
Underpinnings of the United States Government, Political Beliefs
and Behaviors, Political Parties, Interest Groups and Mass
weighted grade course (see pg. 5) Media, Institutions of National Government, Public Policy, and
Civil Rights and Civil Liberties.
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SOCIAL STUDIES ELECTIVES
American Popular Culture Constitutional Law
Course Numbers: 076300 Course Number: 076600
Prerequisites: None Prerequisites: None
Fulfills Graduation Requirement for: Elective Grade Level: 9-12
Grade Level: 9-12 Fulfills Graduation Requirement for: Elective
Course Description: You will explore the impact of mass media Course Description: In this course you will learn how the U.S.
on American Popular Culture, and how its evolution reflects the Constitution was established, and the purpose for the structure,
norms and values of the time. Topics explored include: people rights, responsibilities, and powers within. You will also learn
and personalities, entertainment, music, sports, movies, changing about judicial interpretation, the structure of the courts, and the
U.S. Supreme Court by analyzing the Constitution and applying
lifestyles, and the arts.
your learning to court cases, discover the importance of
precedence, and the ideological impact of the country’s highest
AP Comparative Government & Politics * court.
Course Number: 074370
Prerequisite: None Crime and Justice
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective Course Number: 077200
Grade Level: 11-12
Course Description: The AP Comparative Government and Prerequisite: None
Politics course is a one trimester class designed to introduce Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective
students to a variety of political institutions through examining
issues such as citizen participation, governmental organization, Grade Level: 9-12
the idea of sovereignty and the root of power, public policy, and
the ways in which political and economic institutions change. The Course Description: This course will introduce you to the study
primary goal of the course is to increase understanding of the of the American criminal justice system and examine
different political institutions, values, and structures of different constitutional rights and responsibilities within the system by
looking at law enforcement, the court system, and prison life.
governmental systems. Students will become more familiar with
these institutions through examining case studies of Great Britain,
Nigeria, Mexico, Iran, China, and Russia. This trimester long LGBTQ Studies 1
course is designed to have the workload and rigor of a freshman Course Number: 078200
or sophomore level college course. Upon completion of the Prerequisite: None
course students will be able to take the Advanced Placement test
for potential college credit. The course will emphasize critical Fulfills Graduation requirement for: Elective
thinking and application of knowledge with the goal that students Grade Level: 9-12
will have a better critical perspective of the inner workings of Course Description: The purpose of this course is to develop
different systems of government. knowledge, awareness and consciousness of lesbian, gay,
bisexual, transgender and queer communities across cultures
Comparative Religions and throughout time that brings about an appreciation of their
lives, representations and intellectual contributions. This course
Course Number: 076800 will examine the impact of social, cultural, historical and political
factors on LGBTQ individuals and communities. You will study
Prerequisite: None
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective the social construct of LGBTQ persons across time and place;
Grade Level: 9-12 theoretical debates regarding orientation; identity formation;
intersecting identities (i.e. LGBTQ people of color); gender roles
Course Description: In this course you will be introduced to the and gender identity. This course will include contemporary issues
academic and comparative study of the world’s religious in families, education, religion, media, politics, and the law. You
traditions. You will examine the history, diversity, functions and will also learn about ally and accomplice practices and activism.
impact of religion. This course will not promote beliefs.
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SOCIAL STUDIES ELECTIVES
LGBTQ Studies 2 Psychology of Happiness
Course Number: 078300 Course Number: 077800
Prerequisite: LGBTQ Studies 1 Prerequisite: None
Fulfills Graduation requirement for: Elective Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective
Grade Level: 9-12 Grade Level: 9-12
Course Description: In this course, you will continue to expand Course Description: In this course, you will study within the
your knowledge and deepen your understanding of field of Positive Psychology. Students will learn and discuss how
intersectionality (how gender, orientation, race/ethnicity, and meaning, mindfulness, habits, and growth mindsets can lead to a
class impact power and identity in the United States), and policy happier life. You will apply practices to your daily life and utilize
regarding LGBTQ individuals and communities. You will critically the tools to continue to practice positive psychology throughout
engage in content and historical contexts through Problem/ the course and in the future.
Project-Based Learning (PBL) experiences.
Race and Culture
People on the Move: Immigration and Identity in the Course Number: 004100
United States
Course Number: 077600 Prerequisite: None
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective
Prerequisite: None Grade Level: 9-12
Course Description: This course will develop your critical
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective thinking and analytical skills to understand and evaluate the
Grade Level: 9-12
Course Description: In this course, you will explore immigration construction of race in the United State. You will explore
in the United States — both immigration history and subjugated knowledges by amplifying multidimensional resilience
contemporary immigration. You will learn about the context that in the presence of racism. Topics covered will include: identifying
helps us understand current issues related to immigration and and investigating personal racial identities, introduction to race
refugees. This course will use tools from history and sociology to and culture; Race, Privilege and Power; Critical Race Theory; and
Historical Anthropology.
explore national, historical and local case studies.
Psychology Sociology
Course Number: 077100
Course Number: 076900
Prerequisite: None Prerequisite: None
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective
Grade Level: 9-12 Grade Level: 9-12
Course Description: In this course you will be introduced to the Course Description: Sociology is the study of society/group
scientific study of behavior and the mental processes. You will structure and how it impacts human behavior. You will utilize tools
explore and analyze human behavior by studying methodology, and methods of scientific study to understand the relationship of
motivation and emotions, sleep and dreams, personality, and group dynamics on human behavior. Basic sociological principles
abnormal psychology.
will be applied to an analysis of social structure.
AP Psychology A, B *
Course Number: 077571 + 077572
2 trimester course, must register for both trimesters.
Prerequisite: None
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective
Grade Level: 9-12
Course Description: This college-level course is a
comprehensive introduction to the science of psychology. You will
study all of the major subfields of psychology including
neuroscience and the brain, sensation and perception, motivation
and emotion, sleep and consciousness, cognition and
intelligence, and abnormal and social psychology.
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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 education programs and engineering careers. The students will
explore various systems and manufacturing processes, how
Course Number: 013401 + 013402 + 013403
engineers address concerns about the social and political
Must register for all 3 trimesters consequences of technological change.
Students have the opportunity to earn 3 college credits from
participating colleges for this course. See page 50 for more
information, or see the instructor. Computer Science Principles (PLTW) A, B, C
Prerequisite: Recommended concurrent enrollment or successful Course Number: 014701 + 014702 + 014703
completion of Algebra 1 (Non Linear Algebra). Must register for all 3 trimesters
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective, Fine Arts Students have the opportunity to earn 3 college credits from
Grade Level: 9-12 participating colleges for this course. See page 50 for more
Course Description: An introductory course which develops information, or see the instructor.
student problem-solving skills, with emphasis placed upon the Prerequisite: Recommended concurrent enrollment or successful
concept of developing a 3-D model or solid rendering of an object. completion of Algebra 1 (Non Linear Algebra).
Students focus on the application of visualization processes and Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective
tools provided by the use of Inventor software. The course will
emphasize the design development process of a product and how Grade Level: 9-12
a model of that product is produced, analyzed and evaluated Course Description: This course dives into computer related
problem-solving through projects requiring planning,
using a CAD system. documentation, programming and communication skills. Course
Principles of Engineering (PLTW) A, B, C projects include: a focus on agile design through scripting of
Scratch animations and blocking of Android applications. Creating
and modifying Python® code. Simulations using big data and
Course Number: 013201 + 013202 + 013203
projecting results. HTML and CSS website design.
Must register for all 3 trimesters
Students have the opportunity to earn 3 college credits from
participating colleges for this course. See page 50 for more
information, or see the instructor.
Prerequisite: Recommended successful completion of Algebra 1
(Non Linear Algebra).
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective
Grade Level: 9-12
Course Description: Principles of Engineering is a broad-based
survey course designed to help students understand the field of
engineering and engineering technology and its career
possibilities. The main purpose of this course is to experience
through theory and hands-on problem solving activities, what
engineering is all about. Students will develop engineering
problem solving skills that are involved in post-secondary
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TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION continued
AP Computer Science A, B, C * Specialty Tech Lab Computer Gaming (cont.)
Course Number: 012771 + 012772 + 012773 Fulfills Graduation Requirement for: Elective and Fine Arts
Prerequisites: Completion of PLTW Computer Science Grade Level: 9-12
Course Description: This course is designed for the student who
Principles or teacher recommendation 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
Fulfills Graduation Requirement for: Elective outline in detail the objectives for the term. The student will be expected
Grade Level: 10-12
Course Description: This course continues your computer science to work independently, using the instructor as a guide.
learning through Java programming. Fundamental topics include the
design of solutions to problems, the use of data structures to organize Digital Photography
large sets of data, the development and implementation of algorithms to
process data and discover new information, the analysis of potential Course Number: 012900
solutions, and the ethical and social implications of computing systems. Prerequisites: None
This yearlong course emphasizes object-oriented programming, design
and abstraction, and culminates in the Advanced Placement Fulfills Graduation Requirement for: Elective and Fine Arts
Examination. Grade Level: 9-12
Computer Gaming & 3-D Modeling Course Description: This course is an introduction to the
Course Numbers: 012501, 012502, 012503
fundamentals of photography for using the camera as a creative tool.
May sign up for one, two, or all - in sequential order. You will explore lighting, color, composition, movement, and digital
manipulation. You will also explore the magic of capturing light and how
Prerequisite: Must take A before B. Must take B before C to communicate your ideas relating to your photographs with
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective and Fine Arts consideration to audience.
Grade Level: 9-12 Digital Photography Flex
Course Description: In this media-rich course sequence, students Course Number: 014900
Prerequisites: None
will gain insight into the gaming industry and how it has become the
interest of many, many people. Students will be provided opportunities
practice all levels of computer game development and 3D modeling to Fulfills Graduation Requirement for: Elective and Fine Arts
invent. Students will integrate the components of media arts while
learning/acquiring industry level skills and techniques such as Grade Level: 9-12
unwrapping, texturing, rigging and animating characters and 3D models. Course Description: Same as Digital Photography, with the
After creating a storyboard, students will use the technical tools to bring addition of the Flex parameters.
their ideas to life. We will learn to manipulate the vertices to make our Note: Some days during the week, the student will learn online
instead of physically attending class.
creations run, work, fly, morph and transform. Students will explore
careers and post secondary institutions that offer degrees in computer
game development and digital animation. Introduction to Automotive Technology A, B, C
Computer Gaming & 3-D Modeling Flex Course Numbers: 014201 + 014202 + 014203
Course Numbers: 012701, 012702, 012703 Must register for all 3 trimesters
May sign up for one, two, or all - in sequential order. Prerequisites: None
Prerequisite: Must take A before B. Must take B before C Fulfills Graduation Requirement for: Elective
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective and Fine Arts Grade Level: 9-12
Grade Level: 9-12
Course Description: See Computer Gaming & 3-D Modeling Note: Course is offered at Osseo Senior High only. You must have your
own transportation to be at OSH at 7:30 a.m. Application is required so
Note: Flex courses are offered outside of the normal parameters of please see your counselor.
a school schedule. Some days during the week, the student will Course Description: This course is designed for students who may
learn online instead of physically attending class. be choosing a future career in automotive technology. You will learn
Specialty Tech Lab Computer Gaming correct procedures for servicing vehicles, shop safety practices, and the
Course Numbers: 015101, 015102, 015103 use of resources such as service manuals and electronic information
systems. Subject matter is divided into 3 sections: fundamentals,
Prerequisites: Computer Gaming & 3-D Modeling A & B, C AND electronics and brakes. Topics include auto technology terminology,
shop skills and safety, tools and equipment use, and related trade
instructor approval. knowledge. Lab exercises are focused on the systems of engineering,
Note: May register for one or more trimesters. Lab may be repeated science and technology, and computer applications that apply to auto
with higher level objectives written for each specialty interest. Indicate diagnosis and service. Safe work habits and ethics consistent with
trimester preference by course number. May not be offered all occupational standards will be learned and demonstrated.
trimesters.
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TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION continued
Introduction to Computer-Aided Drafting Small Engine Technician—cont.
Course Number: 012600 Course Description: Students will be given the opportunity to
learn the operating principles of 2 and 4 cycle small gas engines.
Prerequisites: None The hands-on coursework will include steps to complete what is
Fulfills Graduation Requirement for: Elective and Fine Arts commonly known as “overhauling an engine.”
Grade Level: 9-12
Course Description: This course is designed to give students a Specialty Tech Lab Small Engine Technician
fundamental knowledge of how to describe the shape and size of Course Numbers: 016101, 016102, 016103
an object or structure to accepted international standards.
Students will be introduced to basic concepts in 2D and 3D solid Prerequisites: Small Engine Technician and instructor approval.
models, as well as dimensioning techniques and multi-view
drawing. All coursework will be completed through the use of Note: May register for one or more trimesters. Lab may be
CAD software in the CAD lab. repeated with higher level objectives written for each specialty
interest. Indicate trimester preference by course number. May
not be offered all trimesters. Registration preference given to
Minnesota Outdoor Connection A, B, C 12th grade first, then 11th, then 10th, then 9th.
Course Numbers: 014101 + 014102 + 014103
Fulfills Graduation Requirement for: Elective
Must take all 3 trimesters
Grade Level: 9-12
Prerequisites: None
Course Description: This course is designed for the student who
Fulfills Graduation Requirement for: Elective would like to further develop their skills in a given technology
Grade Level: 9-12 course. The student and the instructor will develop a contract
which will outline in detail the objectives for the term. The student
Note: This is a full year course. It can be repeated for credit. will be expected to work independently, using the instructor as a
Course Description: Students will be introduced to the guide.
Minnesota Outdoors and all it offers. Integrated themes
surrounding the ideas of activity, habitat, survival and water use
would be incorporated in a hands-on, bodies-on curriculum. The Wood Technology
course will focus on physical activity (Physical Education), Course Number: 013700
environmental studies (Ecology), experimentation and design/ Prerequisites: None
production and maintenance of outdoor equipment which relates
to using and understanding the outdoors. Skills development Fulfills Graduation Requirement for: Elective, Fine Arts
should lead to the potential for a whole class participation in an Grade Level: 9-12
overnight outdoor culminating activity which demonstrates
success in each area of study. Students are required to change Course Description: This course is designed for students to
into clothing for active participation, including winter activities. create, design, and plan a project to build during the trimester.
Students learn machine operation and shop safety, as well as
Principles of Construction basic construction techniques.
Course Number: 014101 Specialty Tech Lab Wood Technology
Course Numbers: 017101, 017102, 017103
Prerequisites: None
Prerequisites: Wood Technology and instructor approval.
Fulfills Graduation Requirement for: Elective and Fine Arts
Note: May register for one or more trimesters. Lab may be
Grade Level: 9-12 repeated with higher level objectives written for each specialty
interest. Indicate trimester preference by course number. May
Course Description: This course will cover topics ranging from not be offered all trimesters.
Architecture, Civil Engineering, Design Principles, Computer
Aided Drafting, Construction Techniques, Surveying and Fulfills Graduation Requirement for: Elective
Renewable Energy. There will be a mixture of indoor and
outdoor activities, and computer based projects.
Grade Level: 9-12
Small Engine Technician Course Description: This course is designed for the student who
Course Number: 013900 would like to further develop his or her skills in a given technology
course. The student and the instructor will develop a contract
Prerequisites: None which will outline in detail the objectives for the term. The student
will be expected to work independently, using the instructor as a
Fulfills Graduation Requirement for: Elective guide.
Grade Level: 9-12
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VISUAL ART
Ceramics Comic Manga Drawing
May sign up for one, two, or all - in sequential order. Course Number: 046700
Prerequisite: Must take A before B, and B before C Prerequisite: None
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Arts Fulfills graduation requirement for: Arts
Grade Level: 9-12 Grade Level: 9-12
• Ceramics A Course Number: 043100 Course Description: This course is for students interested in
Japanese Manga style art and/or comic illustrations. You will be
Course Description: This course will emphasize the basic introduced to drawing figures, movement, facial expressions,
techniques of hand-built and wheel-thrown clay construction. and color techniques using a variety of art media including ink,
Students will solve problems in the design, construction and
aesthetics of clay forms. Students will begin developing skills in marker, airbrush, and Adobe Photoshop for digital editing.
assessing their artwork and exploring the cultural relevance and
aesthetics of ceramics within the foundation course. Computer Art
• Ceramics B Course Number: 043200 May sign up for one or two - in sequential order.
Note: Students may be required to purchase some of the Prerequisite: Must take A before B.
supplies needed for this course. Fulfills graduation requirement for: Arts
Course Description: Students will expand the skills gained in Grade Level: 9-12
Ceramics A (hand building, wheel throwing and finishing
techniques) by constructing more complex clay forms such as • Computer Art A:
plates, covered forms and working in a series. Students will be Course Number 045100
expected to solve more sophisticated ceramics problems and be Course Description: This course offers an introduction to digital
more reflective in developing and refining their skills in editing. You will learn basic to intermediate digital imaging
software, working both independently and collaboratively.
craftsmanship.
• Ceramics C Course Number: 043300 • Computer Art B:
Note: Students may be required to purchase some of the Course Number: 045200
supplies needed for this course. Course Description: In this course you will learn intermediate to
advanced digital imaging software, working both independently
Course Description: Students will choose areas in which to and collaboratively.
advance their skills in wheel throwing, hand building and finishing
techniques. The plan of study will be student directed and Computer Art: Studio
teacher-guided. Ceramic projects may be completed individually Course Number: 045401, 045402, 045403
and/or collaboratively with each student maintaining a process/ Note: May be taken for more than one trimester; specify
product portfolio. Successful completion at this level will allow trimester by course number. May not be offered all trimesters.
students to pursue ceramic projects independently at the studio
level. Prerequisite: Computer Art A & B, OR permission of instructor
at registration.
Ceramics: Studio Fulfills graduation requirement for: Arts
Course Number: 043401, 043402, 043403 Grade Level: 9-12
Note: May be taken for more than one trimester; specify Course Description: In this course you will build upon
trimester by course number. May not be offered all trimesters. techniques and concepts gained in Computer Art A & B using
Note: Students may be required to purchase some of the advanced digital imaging to prepare you to be field-ready.
supplies needed for this course.
Prerequisite: Ceramics A, B and C, OR permission of instructor
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Arts
Grade Level: 9-12
Course Description: This course is for students who want to work
independently and more in-depth in Ceramics. Students will direct
their program of study, guided by the art instructor. Students will be
setting goals, problems-posing and solving, gaining skills and self
assessing. Opportunities for individual, partner, and small group
projects will be available. Students will be responsible for displaying
their artwork and maintaining a process/product portfolio.
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VISUAL ART
Design: Graphics, Comics and Street Art Drawing: Studio
Course Number: 044900 Course Number: 043801, 043802, 043803
Prerequisite: Drawing A Note: May be taken for more than one trimester; specify
trimester by course number. May not be offered all trimesters.
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Arts
Prerequisite: Drawing A, B and C or permission of instructor
Grade Level: 9-12
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Arts
Course Description: Relying on a resourceful mix of drawing
skills, computer illustration techniques, and a firm understanding Grade Level: 10-12
of the elements of art and design principles, you will create a Course Description: This course is for students who want to
variety of 2- and 3-dimensional art works. You will be responsible work independently and more in-depth in drawing. They will
for developing problem solving strategies and skillfully direct their program of study, guided by the art instructor. A
communicating your processes and intentions. Art problems may strong interest and high level of self-discipline are essential as
include: product advertising design, comic character students will be personally responsible for setting goals, problem-
posing and solving, gaining skills and self assessing.
development, and an original graffiti piece. Opportunities for individual, partner, and small group projects will
Drawing be available. Students will be responsible for displaying their
artwork and maintaining a process/product portfolio.
May sign up for one, two, or all - in sequential order.
Prerequisite: Must take A before B. Must take B before C Jewelry/Art Metals
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Arts May sign up for one or two - in sequential order.
Grade Level: 9-12 Prerequisite: Must take A before B.
• Drawing A Course Number: 043500 Fulfills graduation requirement for: Arts
Course Description: Students will develop creative and Grade Level: 9-12
technical skills with emphasis on the elements of art and
principles of design. A strong emphasis will be placed on the • Jewelry/Art Metal A Course Number: 043900
development of observational drawing. Students will explore a Course Description: Craftsmanship, creativity, application of art
variety of drawing media. Students will develop a process technique and knowledge of design will be encouraged in the
construction of objects such as rings, bracelets, pendants, or
portfolio of artwork.
other metal objects. Also explored is material surface alteration.
• Drawing B: Course Number: 043600
Course Description: Students will expand the skills and • Jewelry/Art Metal B: Course Number: 044000
creative ideas developed in Drawing A with emphasis on the
creative possibilities of media (pastel, charcoal, pen and ink, Note: Students may be required to purchase some of the
supplies needed for this course.
colored pencil, etc.). Creativity and refined quality in finished Course Description: You will expand your knowledge of the
drawings will be expected. Both traditional and contemporary fabrication techniques used in Jewelry/Metal Arts A and learn
approaches will be discussed and applied in drawing problems metal casting methods. Emphasis will be on the sculptural and
that will incorporate portraiture and human figure. Students will textural qualities of metal, creative solutions, and quality
craftsmanship.
develop a process portfolio.
• Drawing C: Course Number: 043700
Course Description: In this course, students will focus on the
exploration and the development of a personal style. An in-depth
study, of one or more media and subject matter, will be student-
directed and teacher-guided. This study will allow students to
work independently and/or collaboratively with others. Individual
problem-posing/solving, self expression, application of aesthetics
and critiquing will be encouraged. Students will maintain a
process/product portfolio. Successful completion at this level will
allow students to pursue drawing problems independently at the
studio level.
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VISUAL ART continued
.Jewelry/Art Metal: Studio Painting: Studio
Course Number: 044201, 044202, 044203 Course Numbers: 044601, 044602, 044603
Note: May be taken for more than one trimester; specify trimester Note: May be taken for more than one trimester; specify trimester
by course number. May not be offered all trimesters. Students by course number. May not be offered all trimesters.
may be required to purchase some of the supplies needed for
this course. Prerequisites: Painting A, B and C, or permission of instructor
Fulfills Graduation Requirement for: Arts
Prerequisite: Jewelry/Art Metal A and B or permission of Grade Level: 9-12
instructor
Course Description: This course is for students who want to
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Arts work independently and more in-depth. It requires a strong
Grade Level: 9-12 interest and high level of self-discipline, as you will be personally
Course Description: This course is for those who can work responsible for setting goals, problem posing and solving, gaining
independently; and with guidance from the instructor, you will be skills, and self assessing. You will direct your program of study,
responsible for setting creative goals, maintaining a process/ guided by the art instructor and will be responsible for displaying
your artwork and maintaining a process/product portfolio.
product portfolio and displaying your work.
Painting Photography
May sign up for one, two, or all - in sequential order. May sign up for one, two, or all in sequential order
Note: Students may be required to purchase some of the • Digital Photography
supplies needed for these courses. Course Number: 012900
Prerequisite: Must take A before B. Must take B before C Course Description: Same as Digital Photography Flex. You
may take one or the other, not both.
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Arts
Grade Level: 9-12 See Technology Education department section of this
• Painting A Course Number: 044300 handbook.
Course Description: You will use a variety of painting
methods and media (tempera, watercolor, acrylic and/or oil) to Digital Photography Flex
apply the elements of art and principles of design in your artwork. Course Number: 014900
You will learn to gain insight and experience with the unique
qualities and technical skills involved with each paint media. Note: Flex courses are offered outside of the normal
parameters of a school schedule. Some days during the week,
• Painting B: Course Number: 044400
the student will learn online instead of physically attending
Course Description: You will expand upon Painting A class.
techniques to further develop your painting skills. Emphasis will Course Description: Same as Digital Photography, with the
be on developing individual voice, continuing growth in aesthetic addition of the Flex parameters. You may take one or the
appreciation, and critiquing skills. You will show your growth other, not both.
through a process portfolio. See Technology Education department section of this
• Painting C: Course Number: 044500 handbook.
Course Description: You will focus on development and
presentation of a personal painting style. An in-depth study of • Photography B: Digital Photography
one or more media and subject matter will be student-directed Course Number: 046402
and teacher-guided and will allow you to work independently and/ Prerequisites: Digital Photography
or collaboratively with others. Self-expression, problem posing/
solving, and critiquing will be encouraged. You will display your Fulfills Graduation Requirement for: Fine Arts
artwork and maintain a process/product. portfolio. Successful
completion at this level will allow you to pursue painting problems Grade Level: 9-12
independently at the studio level. Course Description: This course will continue to develop your
ability to manipulate and refine digital photographs using various
compositional and thematic techniques. You will be introduced to
a more in-depth experience in the form of various photographic
printing techniques while also exploring the mechanics and
functionality of the camera.
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VISUAL ART continued
• Photography C: Combining New Media Sculpture
Course Number: 046403 Course Number: 044700
Prerequisites: Photography B Prerequisite: None
Fulfills Graduation Requirement for: Fine Arts Fulfills graduation requirement for: Arts
Grade Level: 9-12 Grade Offered: 9-12
Course Description: You will begin applying advanced Course Description: In this course, you will explore
photographic techniques to your work by applying prior contemporary and traditional sculptural approaches using a
knowledge from Photography A and B to continuously develop variety of materials and techniques. Craftsmanship, developing
your creative voice while exploring interests based on your original ideas and understanding the historical significance of
personal experience. sculpture will be emphasized. You will be expected to creatively
solve sculpture problems and maintain a process/product
portfolio.
Photography: Studio Sculpture: Studio
Course Numbers: 046501, 046502, 046503 Course Numbers: 044801, 044802, 044803
Note: May be taken for more than one trimester; specify trimester Note: May be taken for more than one trimester; specify trimester
by course number. May not be offered all trimesters. by course number. May not be offered all trimesters.
Prerequisites: Digital Photography, Photography B and Prerequisites: Sculpture and/or permission of instructor
Photography C.
Fulfills Graduation Requirement for: Arts
Fulfills Graduation Requirement for: Arts
Grade Level: 9-12
Grade Level: 9-12
Course Description: This course is for those wanting to work
Course Description: In this course you will build upon independently and more in-depth in Sculpture. You will direct
techniques and concepts gained in Digital Photography and your program of study, guided by the instructor, and will be
Photography B and C. You will use advanced photographic responsible for displaying your artwork and maintaining a
processes and techniques to prepare you to be field-ready. process/product portfolio.
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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 trimesters 1 and 2; trimester 3 optional Note: Must register for trimesters 1 and 2; trimester 3 optional
Prerequisite: Digital Photography and Photography B, Painting A Prerequisite: Although there is no prerequisite for AP Studio Art,
prior experiences in studio art courses that address conceptual,
and B, or Drawing A & B technical, and critical thinking skills can support student success
in the AP Studio Art Program.
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Arts
Grade Level: 10-12 Fulfills graduation requirement for: Arts
Grade Level: 11-12
Course Description: This course is designed for students who
are interested in creating an AP Portfolio in 2-Dimensional
Design. This course requires the student to produce a minimum Course Description: This course is designed for students who
of 24 works of art that reflect issues related to 2-D design. These are interested in creating an AP Portfolio in Drawing. The AP
works may include traditional as well as experimental approaches Drawing Portfolio requires the student to produce a minimum of
to 2-D design. Drawing, painting, printmaking, mixed media, and 24 works of art that reflect issues related to drawing and mark
collage are all appropriate means for expressing design making. This course augments our curriculum by allowing an
principles. This course augments our curriculum by allowing an advanced level of exploration. AP Studio Drawing is for students
advanced level of exploration. AP Studio art is for students who who want to work independently and more in-depth in the field of
want to work independently and more in-depth. A strong interest drawing and drafting. A strong interest and high level of self-
and high level of self-discipline are essential as students will be discipline are essential as students will be personally responsible
personally responsible for setting goals, problem-posing and for setting goals, problem-posing and solving, gaining skills and
solving, gaining skills and self-assessing. Opportunities for self-assessing. Opportunities for individual, partner, and small
individual, partner, and small group projects will be available. group projects will be available. Students will be responsible for
Students will be responsible for keeping a sketchbook, displaying keeping a sketchbook, displaying their artwork and maintaining a
process/product portfolio.
their artwork and maintaining a process/product portfolio.
It is recommended that students taking this course
participate in the AP exam, which consists of a drawing
AP Studio Art: 3-Dimensional A, B, C * portfolio. A qualifying exam, as determined by individual
Course Number: 046671, 046672, 046673 colleges and universities, may allow the student to test out of
some college courses or to receive college course credits.
Note: Must register for trimesters 1 and 2; trimester 3 optional
Prerequisite: Ceramics, Jewelry or Sculpture A and B, or
instructor approval. *weighted grade course (see pg. 5)
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Arts
Grade Level: 10-12
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
formative and summative as requirements are completed.
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WORLD LANGUAGE
FRENCH French 4 A, B, C
Course Number: 133401 + 133402 + 133403
French 1 A, B, C Must register for all 3 trimesters
Course Number: 133101 + 133102 + 133103 Prerequisite: Successful completion of French 3 or teacher
permission
Must register for all 3 trimesters Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective
Prerequisite: None Grade Level: 9-12
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective Course Description: You will continue to increase language
Grade Level: 9-12 proficiency by taking a virtual tour of the Francophone world.
Course Description: In this course you will explore the French Explore the people, language, and culture of French speaking
language as you learn about French-speaking places and people all over the world. This will be accomplished through
cultures. By the end of the course, you will be able to reading, writing, speaking and listening activities, projects and
communicate basic needs, ask questions, and comprehend assessments.
familiar words and phrases. This will be accomplished through
reading, writing, speaking and listening activities, projects and French 5 A, B, C
assessments. Course Number: 133501 + 133502 + 133503
Must register for all 3 trimesters
French 2 A, B, C Prerequisite: Successful completion of French 4 or teacher
Course Number: 133201 + 133202 + 133203 permission
Must register for all 3 trimesters Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective
Prerequisite: Successful completion of French 1 or teacher Grade Level: 9-12
recommendation. Course Description: This advanced course will allow students
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective to develop the skills they have already mastered. Students will
Grade Level : 9-12 progress to a high level of proficiency with emphasis being on
Course Description: Through reading, writing, speaking and interpersonal and presentational communication in the target
listening activities, projects and assessments, you will build on language. This course will help students to begin preparing for
what you learned in level 1 as you work towards proficiency the AP level.
through the exploration of various topics, past events, and real
life situations. SPANISH
French 3 A, B, C Spanish 1 A, B, C
Course Number: 133301 + 133302 + 133303 Course Number: 134201 + 134202 + 134203
Must register for all 3 trimesters
Must register for all 3 trimesters Prerequisite: None
Prerequisite: Successful completion of French 2 or teacher Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective
permission Grade Level: 9-12
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective Course Description: This introductory course is designed to
Grade Level: 9-12 help you learn to communicate in Spanish and become familiar
Course Description: You will build on the skills learned in with Spanish-speaking cultures. The main linguistic goal will be
levels 1 and 2 and continue working towards proficiency by to achieve some degree of comfort with spoken Spanish. The
describing your future intentions, saying what you would do in program of study also includes an initial familiarization with
certain situations, and discussing global challenges. This will be written materials. You will also explore the role of culture by
accomplished through reading, writing, speaking and listening learning about yourself and others as cultural beings.
activities, projects and assessments.
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WORLD LANGUAGE continued
Spanish 2 A, B, C Spanish 5 A, B, C
Course Number: 134301 + 134302 + 134303 Course Number: 130001 + 130002 + 130003
Must register for all 3 trimesters Must register for all 3 trimesters
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Spanish 1 Prerequisite: Successful completion of Spanish 4
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective
Grade Level: 9-12 Grade Level: 9-12
Course Description: You will improve your level of Course Description: This advanced course will allow you to
communication in Spanish, increase your familiarity with Spanish- further develop the language skills you have already mastered
speaking cultures, and become more comfortable with both while exploring the culture of the Spanish speaking world that
spoken and written Spanish. You will also focus on culture as an surrounds you. You will progress to a high level of proficiency
essential part of language competency by learning about yourself with an emphasis on interpersonal, interpretational and
and others as cultural beings. presentational communication.
Spanish 3 A, B, C AP Spanish Language and Culture A, B, C *
Course Number: 134401 + 134402 + 134403 Course Number: 134771 + 134772 + 134773
Must register for all 3 trimesters Must register for all 3 trimesters
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Spanish 2 Prerequisite: Successful completion of Spanish 4
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective
Grade Level: 9-12 Grade Level: 9-12
Course Description: This course is designed for students Course Description: This advanced course emphasizes
wishing to go beyond the basics and work towards confidence in
Spanish. You will be encouraged to communicate as much as communication by applying interpersonal, interpretive, and
possible in the second language in both spoken and written presentational skills in real-life situations. This includes
forms. Cross-cultural comparisons of more significant issues will vocabulary usage, language control, communication
provide further insight into the lives of both home and Spanish-
strategies, and cultural awareness.
speaking cultures. AP Spanish Literature and Culture A, B, C *
Spanish 4 A, B, C Course Number: 136771 + 136772 + 136773
Course Number: 134501 + 134502 + 134503 Must take all 3 trimesters
Must register for all 3 trimesters Prerequisite: AP Spanish Language & Culture or teacher
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Spanish 3 recommendation.
Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective Fulfills graduation requirement for: Elective
Grade Level: 9-12 Grade Level: 9-12
Course Description: This course is designed for students who Course Description: This course will provide you with a learning
wish to work towards fluency in Spanish and further extend their experience equivalent to an introductory college course in
understanding of and competence with cross cultural issues. literature written in Spanish. It will introduce you to the formal
Classroom communication will be in Spanish and more emphasis study of a representative body of texts from Peninsular Spanish,
will be placed on written forms of communication. You will gain a Latin America, and U.S. Hispanic literature. The overarching goal
working understanding of cultural issues and be able to function of this course is to provide you with ongoing and varied
appropriately when in contact with Spanish-speaking cultures. opportunities to further develop proficiency across the full range
of language skills with special attention to critical reading and
analytical writing; and to encourage you to reflect on the many
cultural voices and cultures included in a rich and diverse body of
literature written in Spanish.
*weighted grade course (see pg. 5)
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SPECIAL PROGRAMS AND ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
AP & PLTW STUDENT ACHIEVEMENT AWARD
The College Board and Project Lead The Way are excited to provide you with an opportunity to earn recognition for your AP and
PLTW coursework. To earn this student achievement, you must complete three courses in a pathway - one AP course; one
PLTW course; and a third course, either AP or PLTW - and earn a qualifying score of 3 or higher on the AP Exam(s) and a score
of Proficient or higher on the PLTW End-of-Course (EoC) Assessment(s). To start the AP + PLTW student achievement
application process, you'll complete three easy steps at www.apandpltw.org. 1. Create and/or login to your College Board
account 2. Verify your email address 3. Provide us with personal information and details regarding your PLTW coursework
Applications received by June 30 will be considered for awards issued the following fall.
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(s), 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.
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