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Pre-Calculus/Trigonometry (2nd Semester of a 2-semester course)

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Calendar Jan 27, 2025

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Course Length:  Yearlong Course   2nd Semester of a 2-semester course

Credit: 1.0

Recommended Grade Level: 11-12

Prerequisites: Geometry and Algebra II (or equivalents)    

Course Description:Pre-calculus weaves together concepts of algebra and geometry into a preparatory course for calculus. The course focuses on the mastery of critical skills and exposure to new skills necessary for success in subsequent math courses. Topics include quadratic, exponential, logarithmic, radical, polynomial, and rational functions; matrices; and conic sections in the first semester. The second semester covers an introduction to infinite series, trigonometric ratios, functions, and equations; inverse trigonometric functions; applications of trigonometry, including vectors; polar equations and polar form of complex numbers; arithmetic of complex numbers; and parametric equations.                                                                

Skills for Health

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Calendar Jan 27, 2025

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Course Length: Semester Course

Credit: 0.5

Grades: 9-12

Course Description: This course focuses on important skills and knowledge in nutrition; physical activity; the dangers of substance use and abuse; injury prevention and safety; growth and development; and personal health, environmental conservation, and community health resources. The curriculum is designed around topics and situations that engage student discussion and motivate students to analyze internal and external influences on their health-related decisions. The course helps students build the skills they need to protect,

enhance, and promote their own health and the health of others.

Spanish 1 (2nd Semester of 2 semester class)

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Calendar Jan 27, 2025

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Course Length: Yearlong Course

Credit: 1.0 credit

Grades: 9-12

Prerequisite(s): None

Course Description: Second Semester of two-semester course Students begin their introduction to Spanish by focusing on the four key areas of world language study: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Each unit consists of a new vocabulary theme and grammar concept, reading and listening comprehension activities, speaking and writing activities, multimedia cultural presentations, and interactive activities and practices which reinforce vocabulary and grammar. Students should expect to be actively engaged in their own language learning; become familiar with common vocabulary terms and phrases; participate in simple conversations and respond appropriately to basic conversational prompts; analyze and compare cultural practices, products, and perspectives of various Spanish-speaking countries; and take frequent assessments by which their language progression can be monitored.

Note: Students who have already succeeded in Middle School Spanish 2 should enroll in Spanish II                                                                                                                                                                                              

Spanish 2 (2nd Semester of 2 semester class)

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Calendar Jan 27, 2025

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Course Length:  Yearlong Course 

2nd Semester of 2-semester course

Credit:  1.0 credit 

Grades: 9-12

Prerequisite(s): Spanish I; Middle School Spanish 1 and 2 (or equivalents)

Course Description: Students continue their study of Spanish by further expanding their knowledge of key vocabulary topics and grammar concepts. Students not only begin to comprehend listening and reading passages more fully, but they also start to express themselves more meaningfully in both speaking and writing. Each unit consists of a new vocabulary theme and grammar concept, reading and listening comprehension activities, speaking and writing activities, multimedia cultural presentations, and interactive activities and practices which reinforce vocabulary and grammar. There is a strong emphasis on providing context and conversational examples for the language concepts presented in each unit. Students should expect to be actively engaged in their own language learning; understand common vocabulary terms and phrases; use a wide range of grammar patterns in their speaking and writing; participate in conversations and respond appropriately to conversational prompts; analyze and compare cultural practices, products, and perspectives of various Spanish-speaking countries; and take frequent assessments by which their language progression can be monitored. By Semester 2, the course is conducted almost entirely in Spanish.

Spanish 3 (2nd semester of 2-semester course)

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Calendar Jan 27, 2025

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Course Length:  Yearlong Course

2nd semester of 2-semester course

Grades: 9-12

Prerequisite(s): Spanish II (or equivalent)

Course Description: Intermediate Spanish students who have a strong base of vocabulary, speaking, and listening skills reach a new level of mastery and fluency in this course. Through games and compelling stories, students learn advanced grammar and vocabulary, with an emphasis on correct accents and comprehension of real-world native speech. Error-recognition technology helps students eliminate common mistakes from their speaking and writing. Engaging graphics, videos, and games keep students interested, and make learning languages exciting.

 

Spanish 4 (2nd semester of 2-semester course)

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Calendar Jan 27, 2025

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Course Length:  Yearlong Course

2nd semester of 2-semester course

Grades: 9-12

Spanish IV

Course Length: Yearlong Course

Credit: 1.0 credit

Grades: 9-12

Prerequisite(s): Spanish III (or equivalent)

Course Description: Students further deepen their understanding of Spanish by focusing on the three modes of communication: interpretive, interpersonal, and presentational. Each unit consists of a variety of activities which teach the students how to understand more difficult written and spoken passages, to communicate with others through informal speaking and writing interactions, and to express their thoughts and opinions in more formal spoken and written contexts. Students should expect to be actively engaged in their own language learning; use correct vocabulary terms and phrases naturally; incorporate a wide range of grammar concepts consistently and correctly while speaking and writing; participate in conversations covering a wide range of topics and respond appropriately to conversational prompts; analyze and compare cultural practices, products, and perspectives of various Spanish-speaking countries; read and analyze important pieces of Hispanic literature; and take frequent assessments by which their language progression can be monitored.

 

U.S. History (2nd Semester of a 2-semester course)

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Calendar Jan 27, 2025

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Course Length:  Yearlong Course   2nd Semester of a 2-semester course

Credit: 1.0

Grade Level: 10-12

Course Description:  How was our government designed to work by the Founding Fathers? Why is the United States involved in so many wars and conflicts? How did our ancestors come to live here and why? How can marginalized groups gain equality? In US History, we will learn, research, and analyze these questions to better understand our place and space in US history. Over the year, we will focus on four themes: government and politics, conflicts, immigration/migration, and social movements.

US Government & Politics

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Calendar Jan 27, 2025

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Course Length:  Semester Course

Credit:  .5 credit 

Grades: 11-12

Prerequisite(s): None

Course Description:   In this capstone course, students develop a deep understanding of the functions and structures of the United States Government by examining political issues and campaigns, the Constitution, the lawmaking process, and the court system.  There is the option to complete supplementary coursework to prepare for the AP US Government and Politics Exam for students enrolled in this course.





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