Academic Guide & Course Catalog

L605 LIT & COMP 9

Length: Full Year
Credit: 1.0 Language Arts
Grades: 9
Prerequisite: None

This course examines major elements of literature as reflected in a wide variety of texts, which lays the foundation for high school-level writing and reading. Students will read and write in order to engage in inquiry regarding topics like identity, society, power and progress. While focused on achieving state standards, the aim is to maximize student choice as they develop skills in creating texts, communicating, engaging in the learning process, analyzing texts, and applying appropriate language. 
 

L610 LIT & COMP 10

Length: Full Year
Credit: 1.0 Language Arts
Grades: 10
Prerequisite: Lit and Comp 9

This course focuses on students' independent comprehension and analysis of literary elements such as author's craft, characterization, and theme. The course also concentrates on a variety of writing modes. Students engage in productive small-group communication and develop their presentation skills. Emphasis is placed on achieving state standards in the essential skills of reading and writing as well as preparing students for upper-level Language Arts, and writing courses. 
 

L615 LIT & COMP 11

Length: Full Year
Credit: 1.0 Language Arts
Grades: 11
Prerequisite: Lit and Comp 10

This course focuses on analyzing contemporary voices in literature. Works encompassing all major genres (fiction, non-fiction, short story, film, poetry, plays, and essays) of text, as well as other mediums of communication, will be studied. Different approaches to composition, with an emphasis on expository, commentary, and argument writing and the development of oral communication skills including but not limited to debate, modes of persuasion, and performance will be explored. Additionally, emphasis is placed on achieving state standards in the essential skills of critical comprehension, written expression, and oral communication.
 

L615 LIT & COMP 12

Length: Full Year
Credit: 1.0 Language Arts
Grades: 12
Prerequisite: Lit and Comp 11

Lit and Comp 12 blends writing and literature into a cohesive whole for college-bound students.  The course focuses on writing as the primary means of expression; we will explore works of fiction and non-fiction as tools to influence and improve our own writing.  We will learn to use writing and reading as forms of inquiry and means of exploring our identities within local and global contexts. Emphasis will be placed on preparing students for college-level writing, including written tasks such as a college admissions essay, argument writing, research, etc.  Therefore, students should be prepared to write daily for a variety of specific purposes, audiences, and contexts.
 

L401 CREATIVE WRITING

Length: One Semester
Credit: 0.5 Language Arts
Grades: 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: None

Creative Writing is an English elective course that focuses on the exploration of short fiction and poetry, culminating in a written portfolio that includes one revised short story and three to five polished poems. Students draft, revise, and polish fiction and poetry through writing exercises, developing familiarity with literary terms and facility with the writing process as they study elements of creative writing. Elements of fiction writing explored in this course include attention to specific detail, observation, character development, setting, plot, and point of view. In the poetry units, students learn about the use of sensory details and imagery, figurative language, and sound devices including rhyme, rhythm and alliteration. They also explore poetic forms ranging from found poems and slam poetry to traditional sonnets and villanelles.

Studying the writing technique of a range of authors provides students with models and inspiration as they develop their own voices and refine their understanding of the literary craft. By taking a Creative Writing course, students find new approaches to reading and writing that can affect them on a personal level, as the skills they gain in each lesson directly benefit their own creative goals. Students who are already actively engaged writers and readers learn additional tools and insight into the craft of writing to help them further hone their skills and encourage their creative as well as academic growth.

L555 FILM AS LITERATURE

Length: One Semester
Credit: 0.5 Language Arts
Grades: 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: None

This is an exciting semester long course in which students will approach film similarly to the way novels are studied. Students will be viewing (not watching), discussing, and writing about films in a literary fashion. Class members will view clips from various films as well as view several films in their entirety. Students will be taught to "read" films with an eye toward symbolism, themes, social and historical context, bias, points of view, plot development, and character development.

L520 YOUNG ADULT LITERATURE

Length: One Semester
Credit: 0.5 Language Arts
Grades: 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: None

This course uses the vehicle of Young Adult Literature  to explore critical themes for evaluating literature. Students study the language, character, action, and theme in works of young adult literature; enrich their understanding of connotation, metaphor, irony, syntax, and tone; and write compositions of their own including literary analysis, exposition, argument, narrative, and creative writing.
 

L810 AP ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND COMPOSITION

Length: Full Year
Course Link: https://apstudents.collegeboard.org/courses/ap-english-language-and-composition
Credit: 1.0 Language Arts
Grades: 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: None (We recommend you take Lit & Comp 10 first.)

Following the College Board’s suggested curriculum designed to parallel college-level English courses, AP English Language and Composition courses expose students to prose written in a variety of periods, disciplines, and rhetorical contexts. These courses emphasize the interaction of authorial purpose, intended audience, and the subject at hand, and through them, students learn to develop stylistic flexibility as they write compositions covering a variety of subjects that are intended for various purposes.
 

L820 AP ENGLISH LITERATURE AND COMPOSITION

Length: Full Year
Course Link: https://apstudents.collegeboard.org/courses/ap-english-literature-and-composition
Credit: 1.0 Language Arts
Grades: 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: None (We recommend you take AP English Language and Composition first.)

Following the College Board’s suggested curriculum designed to parallel college-level English courses, AP English Literature and Composition courses enable students to develop critical standards for evaluating literature. Students study the language, character, action, and theme in works of recognized literary merit; enrich their understanding of connotation, metaphor, irony, syntax, and tone; and write compositions of their own including literary analysis, exposition, argument, narrative, and creative writing.
 

M381 ALG/GEO/STATS 1

Length: Full year
Credit: 1.0 Mathematics
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Math 7/8 

Algebra/Geometry/Statistics 1 is the first in a three-course integrated sequence that will mix the Number & Quantity, Algebra, Functions, Geometry, and Probability & Statistics standards defined by the Common Core State Standards (CCSS) with a focus on Mathematical Modeling and the eight mathematical practices.  This course focuses on the Algebra 1 concepts including solving linear functions, modeling with linear functions, solving systems of equations, using arithmetic and geometric sequences to develop linear and exponential functions, and graphing functions. The Geometry focus includes congruence and construction with a connection developed between Geometry and Algebra concepts through coordinate geometry. The Statistics in this first course includes basic measures of central tendency, spread, and position, including graphical representations (histograms, box plots, lines of best fit, frequency tables).  This is an appropriate class to take after Pre Algebra or 8th grade math.

M382 ALG/GEO/STATS 2

Length: Full year
Credit: 1.0 Mathematics
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Prerequisites: Alg/Geo/Stats 1

Algebra/Geometry/Statistics 2 is the second in a three-course integrated sequence that will mix the Number & Quantity, Algebra, Functions, Geometry, and Probability & Statistics standards defined by the Common Core State Standards (CCSS) with a focus on Mathematical Modeling and the eight mathematical practices. This course focuses on the Algebra 2 concepts: quadratic, absolute, and piecewise functions, as well as solving quadratic equations.  The Geometry focus includes proof, geometric figures, similarity and right triangle trigonometry, and circles from a geometric perspective.  The statistics in this second course focuses on connections to probability.  Additional topics include conditional probabilities, interpreting the meaning of data sets, using samples to estimate probabilities, Venn Diagrams, and Independence. This is an appropriate course for a student who has successfully completed AGS 1 or Algebra 1.

M383 ALG/GEO/STATS 3

Length: Full year
Credit: 1.0 Mathematics
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Prerequisites: Alg/Geo/Stats 2

Algebra/Geometry/Statistics 3 is one option for the final course in a three-course integrated sequence that will mix the Number & Quantity, Algebra, Functions, Geometry, and Probability & Statistics standards defined by the Common Core State Standards (CCSS) with a focus on Mathematical Modeling and the eight mathematical practices.   This course focuses on polynomial functions, inverses, logarithms and rational functions from Algebra. The Geometry focus includes geometric figures, trigonometry and three-dimensional figures.  The Statistics unit focuses on sampling and normal distributions. This is a good course for students who successfully completed AGS 2 and are seeking high school access to AP Calculus or other advanced courses. 

M383 ACCELERATED ALG/GEO/STATS 3

Length: Full year
Credit: 1.0 Mathematics
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Prerequisites: Alg/Geo/Stats 2

Accelerated Algebra/Geometry/Statistics 3 includes extra topics that prepare students for Precalculus. It is the final course in a three-course integrated sequence that will mix the Number & Quantity, Algebra, Functions, Geometry, and Probability & Statistics standards defined by the Common Core State Standards (CCSS) with a focus on Mathematical Modeling and the eight mathematical practices.   This course focuses on polynomial functions, inverses, logarithms and rational functions from Algebra. The Geometry focus includes geometric figures, trigonometry and three-dimensional figures.  The Statistics unit focuses on sampling and normal distributions. This is a good course for students who successfully completed AGS 2 or Algebra 1 and Geometry, but aren't seeking high school access to Calculus or IB HL Math.

M603 AP PRECALCULUS

Length: Full year 
Credit: 1.0 Mathematics
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Prerequisites: Accelerated Alg/Geo/Stats 3

Following the College Board's suggested curriculum designed to parallel college-level precalculus courses, AP Precalculus courses introduce students to mathematical modeling and functions that serve as a foundation for calculus and other college-level mathematics needed for a variety of STEM majors and careers. Topics typically include polynomial & rational functions, exponential and logarithmic functions, trigonometric & polar functions, and functions involving parameters, vectors, and matrices.

NOTE - This course has the same learning targets and content as Precalculus with the added benefit of allowing students to take the AP Precalculus exam for a chance to earn college credit. 

M750 AP CALCULUS AB

Length: Full year  
Course Length: https://apstudents.collegeboard.org/courses/ap-calculus-ab
Credit: 1.0 Mathematics
Grades: 10, 11, 12
Prerequisites: Precalculus

This course is open to students who show a high degree of proficiency in Precalculus. Thorough instruction in single variable differential and integral calculus, analytic geometry, and their applications, is provided in a collegiate-level course. Topics include limits, derivatives, related rates, graph behavior, antiderivatives, and techniques of integration, area, and volume as well as differential equations and slope fields. All students, regardless of Dual Credit status, will be held to the same grading standards.

M775 AP STATISTICS

Length: Full year
Course Link: https://apstudents.collegeboard.org/courses/ap-statistics
Credit: 1.0 Mathematics
Grades: 11, 12
Prerequisites: Alg/Geo/Stats 3 or higher

This college-level course in statistics introduces students to the major concepts and tools for collecting, analyzing, and drawing conclusions from data. Topics include describing data distributions, collecting data using sampling and experiments, probability and random variables, and statistical inference.
 

M520 FUNCTIONAL ANALYSIS AND TRIGONOMETRY

Length: Full year
Credit: 1.0 Mathematics
Grades: 11,12 
Prerequisites: Alg/Geo/Stats 3 or higher

This course presents advanced topics in algebra and trigonometry. Students will study real and complex numbers, relations, inequalities, polynomial, rational, linear and quadratic functions, and elementary analytic geometry. The trigonometry portion will focus on the unit circle, graphs, inverses, identities, and trigonometric equations. 

M420 PROBABILITY STATISTICS ANALYSIS

Length: Full year
Credit: 1.0 Mathematics
Grades: 11, 12
Prerequisites: Alg/Geo/Stats 3 or higher

This course builds upon students' basic skills and extends their knowledge of probability and statistics at the high school level. Focusing on being conscious consumers of information, students learn the meaning behind the kinds of statistics and probability they are exposed to on an everyday basis in the news and media. Within each unit of study, students will build their analysis skills to better use mathematical thinking to make sense of real-world situations. This course is intended for students who often struggle to understand math concepts. This course cannot be taken in lieu of an AGS class but may be taken concurrently with the final AGS class or Data Science class in a student's sequence senior year. 

C612 STEM PHYSICS

Length: Full Year
Credit: 1.0 Science
Grades: 9
Prerequisite: None (We recommend you take Alg/Geo/Stats 1 first.)

This is a lab-based course designed for 9th graders. STEM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering and Math. The STEM version of this course offers additional classwork that enriches these topics. Some STEM extensions require lab investigations, project building or additional math applications to the course content.Using the processes of scientific inquiry, engineering design, and critical thinking students will discover and apply patterns in such major physics topics as forces, momentum, energy, waves, and electromagnetism. An important aim of the course is to develop and build students’ math abilities, performance in problem solving, scientific literacy, and technical communication skills that will be useful in later science courses. This course will address all required physics, inquiry, and engineering standards.

C609 PHYSICS IN ASTRONOMY

Length: One Semester
Credit: 0.5 Science
Grades: 11, 12
Prerequisite: After Biology or taken at the same time as another 1.0 credit Science course

Physics courses involve the study of the forces and laws of nature affecting matter, such as equilibrium, motion, momentum, and the relationships between matter and energy. This course centers the study of physics around astronomical phenomena: planets, their properties, origins and motions.
 

C693 AP PHYSICS

Length: Full Year
Course Link: https://apstudents.collegeboard.org/courses/ap-physics-1-algebra-based
Credit: 1.0 Science
Grades: 11, 12
Prerequisite: Alg/Geo/Stats 2 and taken at the same time as Alg/Geo/Stats 3 or higher

Designed by the College Board to parallel first-semester college-level courses in algebra-based physics, the AP Physics 1 courses focus on Newtonian mechanics (including rotational motion); momentum, impulse, work, energy, power; and simple harmonic motion. These courses may also include college-level laboratory investigations.

 

C512 STEM CHEMISTRY

Length: Full Year
Credit: 1.0 Science
Grades: 10,11,12
Prerequisite: None (We recommend you take Physics 1 first.)

This year-long course addresses all of the NGSS standards for chemistry, inquiry and engineering, emphasizing the connections between the laboratory and the world around you. STEM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering and Math. The STEM version of this course offers additional classwork that enriches these topics. Some STEM extensions require lab investigations, project building or additional math applications to the course content. This course will help students to build fundamental science related math skills. This course is intended to provide students with college ready science skills regardless of higher-level educational focus. The course will study the interactions among different forms of energy and matter. Topics addressed will include the structures of atoms and compounds, the Periodic Table, chemical reactions, gases, solutions, chemical quantities, kinetic theory, and thermodynamics. Content and skills from Physics will be built upon. The student will see how chemistry is taking place all around us and will understand the many chemical products they use each day.

C590 AP CHEMISTRY

Length: Full Year
Course Link: https://apstudents.collegeboard.org/courses/ap-chemistry
Credit: 1.0 Science
Grades: 11,12
Prerequisite: Chemistry and Alg/Geo/Stats 3

Students enrolled in this course should attain an in-depth understanding of fundamental skills in solving chemical problems, gain experience in laboratory techniques, and develop data analysis skills. Topics such as the structure of matter, kinetic theory of gases, chemical equilibrium, and the basic concepts of thermodynamics will be presented in considerable depth.

C411 BIOLOGY

Length: Full Year
Credit: 1.0 Science
Grades: 10,11,12
Prerequisite: Chemistry 

Biology courses are designed to provide information regarding the fundamental concepts of life and life processes. These courses include (but are not restricted to) such topics as cell structure and function, general plant and animal physiology, genetics, and taxonomy. In this course, students will have the opportunity to better understand their relationship with other living things. Students will explore the fundamental characteristics of living matter and the unifying principles of life. Students will study and learn about the diversity of all living things, biochemistry, cell biology, genetics, ecology and environmental issues and evolution. This course is designed to meet Oregon State Science Standards.

 

C490 AP BIOLOGY

Length: Full Year
Course Link: https://apstudents.collegeboard.org/courses/ap-biology
Credit: 1.0 Science
Grades: 11,12
Prerequisite: Chemistry and Biology

This course follows the curriculum similar to that of a first year college level biology course. Topics include ecology, conservation biology, evolution, cell biology, biochemistry, genetics and molecular biology. Skills gained from lab experiences include microscope analysis, growing plants and bacteria, agar preparation, micro-pipetting, gel-electrophoresis for crime scene analysis and small animal husbandry. This course is a necessary component for careers such as nursing, physical therapy, medical doctor, conservation and wildlife biologist, veterinarian and other health related careers. College level credit is often granted to students who pass the AP exam in the spring and the student is able to register for courses where biology is a prerequisite.

C455 NW ECOLOGY 

Length: One Semester
Credit: 0.5 Science
Grades: 11,12
Prerequisite: Physics 1, Chemistry 1

NW Ecology studies the plants and animals found in our home here in the Pacific Northwest and how they interact within this ecosystem. Topics include photosynthesis, recycling and regeneration, ecosystems, population and growth studies, pollution, and conservation of natural resources.

 

C790 AP ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE

Length: Full Year
Course Link: https://apstudents.collegeboard.org/courses/ap-environmental-science
Credit: 1.0 Science
Grades: 11,12
Prerequisite: Physics 1, Biology and Alg/Geo/Stats 1

AP Environmental Science courses are designed by the College Board to provide students with the scientific principles, concepts, and methodologies required to understand the interrelationships of the natural world, identify and analyze environmental problems (both natural and human made), evaluate the relative risks associated with the problems, and examine alternative solutions for resolving and/or preventing them. Topics covered include science as a process, ecological processes and energy conversions, earth as an interconnected system, the impact of humans on natural systems, cultural and societal contexts of environmental problems, and the development of practices that will ensure sustainable systems.
 

C425 HUMAN ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY

Length: Full Year
Credit: 1.0 Science
Grades: 11,12
Prerequisite: STEM Physics and STEM Chemistry

Anatomy and Physiology courses present the human body and biological systems in more detail. In order to understand the structure of the human body and its functions, students learn anatomical terminology, study cells and tissues, explore functional systems (skeletal, muscular, circulatory, respiratory, digestive, reproductive, nervous, and so on).

This course is required for students in the Health Careers CTE Magnet program. The class is open to any junior or senior as an elective and is recommended to students who are interested in a career in a medical field, athletics, or human performance.

C210 SCIENCE & SOCIETY

Length: One Semester
Credit: 0.5 Science
Grades: 12
Prerequisite: Seniors interested in additional science credit

Science & Society encourages students to explore and understand the ways in which science and technology shape culture, values, and institutions and how such factors, in turn, shape science and technology. Topics covered may include how science and technology enter society and how they change as a result of social processes.

S300 GLOBAL STUDIES 

Length: Full Year
Credit: 1.0 Social Studies
Grades: 9
Prerequisite: None

This course explores key issues and concepts in modern global studies. Students will develop and demonstrate factual and conceptual knowledge, as well as critical thinking, communication, and research skills.  Student learning experiences include (but are not limited to) analyzing the significance of global identity by looking at factors such as race, religious beliefs, and cultural differences, as well as determining the role of geography and migration in creating a globalized world.  Additionally, students will determine how global economic systems have contributed to the creation of today's globalized world. 

In the second semester, students will examine the concept of innovation to analyze and explain the impact of technology on the modern world, followed by an exploration of conflict and power as students learn about wars, genocide, and geopolitics.  Finally, students will investigate place and environment while considering what humans have done, and can do, to create a healthy and sustainable future.  The year concludes with a student research project that allows them to improve their inquiry and investigation skills while pursuing a relevant topic of their choice. 

In addition to the aforementioned conceptual explorations of modern global studies, students will practice and develop the skills and habits of mind to be successful in advanced and rigorous coursework in later years.  Ultimately, students will be consistently invited to use and apply what they’ve learned in class to be active, compassionate and contributing members of our community. 

S340 AP HUMAN GEOGRAPHY

Length: Full Year
Course Link: https://apstudents.collegeboard.org/courses/ap-human-geography
Credit: 1.0 Social Studies
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: None

Following the College Board’s suggested curriculum designed to parallel college-level Human Geography courses, AP Human Geography introduces students to the systematic study of patterns and processes that have shaped the ways in which humans understand, use, and alter the earth’s surface. Students use spatial concepts and landscape analysis to examine human social organization and its environmental consequences and also learn about the methods and tools geographers use in their science and practice.
 

S404 U.S. HISTORY & ECONOMICS

Length: Full Year
Credit: 1.0 Social Studies
Grades: 10
Prerequisite: Global Studies 

This course explores the story of the United States post-Reconstruction through the present day. Students will develop and demonstrate factual and conceptual knowledge, as well as critical thinking, communication, and research skills.  Student learning experiences include (but are not limited to) evaluating and analyzing the importance of place by developing geographic skills and knowledge and applying that to national, local, and Tribal history.  Students will also investigate the concept of belonging through historical case studies that allow them to consider issues like power and identity, what it means to be an American, and how to recognize and value the many communities that collectively form the United States. 

In the second semester, students will examine aspects of peace and conflict in the 20th century to develop an understanding of the world as it is today.  Finally, students will study rights movements and practice civic engagement in a final unit based on the concept of justice. In addition to these conceptual explorations of modern U.S. history, students will practice and develop the skills and habits of mind to be successful in advanced and rigorous coursework in later years.  Ultimately, students will be consistently invited to use and apply what they’ve learned in class to be active, compassionate, and contributing members of our community. 

S500 CIVICS

Length: One Semester
Credit: 0.5 Social Studies
Grades: 11, 12
Prerequisite: None

Civics is a new graduation requirement in Oregon for all students graduating in 2026 and beyond. This course examines the general structure and functions of U.S. systems of government, the roles and responsibilities of citizens to participate in the political process, and the relationship of the individual to the law and legal system. 

S550 U.S. ISSUES

Length: One Semester
Credit: 0.5 Social Studies
Grades: 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: None

Contemporary U.S. Issues courses study the political, economic, and social issues facing the United States, with or without an emphasis on state and local issues. These courses may focus on current issues or may examine selected issues that span throughout the 20th century to the present.

S605 ECONOMICS

Length: One Semester
Credit: 0.5 Social Studies
Grades: 11, 12
Prerequisite: U.S. History or AP U.S. History

Economics studies micro-economic and selected macro-economic concepts. Specific units of study include the nature of economics, the history of economic systems, supply and demand, market structures, investment concepts, the Federal Reserve and the role of government. The emphasis of the course is on the application of economic theory and reasoning through daily assignments, discussion, assessment projects, simulations and group work.

S505 GOVERNMENT

Length: One Semester
Credit: 0.5 Social Studies
Grades: 11, 12
Prerequisite: U.S. History or AP U.S. History

This course offers an introduction to the role of government in society. It will focus on the American system of federal, state, and local government, the election process, and the U.S. Constitution. An emphasis will be placed on the role of the citizen in American democracy.
 

S515 AP U.S. GOVERNMENT & POLITICS

Length: Full Year
Course Link: https://apstudents.collegeboard.org/courses/ap-united-states-government-and-politics
Credit: 1.0 Social Studies
Grades: 11, 12
Prerequisite: U.S. History or AP U.S. History

Following the College Board’s suggested curriculum designed to parallel college-level Human Geography courses, AP Human Geography introduces students to the systematic study of patterns and processes that have shaped the ways in which humans understand, use, and alter the earth’s surface. Students use spatial concepts and landscape analysis to examine human social organization and its environmental consequences and also learn about the methods and tools geographers use in their science and practice.

W201 SPANISH 1

Length: Full Year
Credit: 1.0 World Language
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: None

Spanish 1 teaches students to greet people, describe family and friends, talk about hobbies, and communicate about other topics, such as home life, occupations, travel, and medicine. Each lesson presents vocabulary, grammar, and culture in context, followed by explanations and exercises. Vocabulary includes terms to describe school subjects, parts of the body, and people, as well as idiomatic phrases. Instruction in language structure and grammar includes the structures and uses of present-tense verb forms, imperatives, adjective agreement, impersonal constructions, formal and informal address, and reflexive verbs. 

W202 SPANISH 2

Length: Full Year
Credit: 1.0 World Language
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Spanish 1

Building on Spanish 1 concepts, Spanish 2 students learn to communicate more confidently about themselves, as well as about topics beyond their own lives - both in formal and informal situations. Each lesson presents vocabulary, grammar, and culture in context, followed by explanations and exercises. Students expand their vocabulary in topics such as cooking, ecology, geography, and architecture. Instruction in language structure and grammar includes a review of present-tense verb forms, an introduction to the past tense, the conditional mood, imperatives, impersonal constructions, and reported speech. Students deepen their knowledge of Spanish-speaking regions and cultures by learning about history, literature, culture, and contemporary issues.

W203 SPANISH 3

Length: Full Year
Credit: 1.0 World Language
Grades: 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Spanish 2

In Spanish 3, students build upon the skills and knowledge they acquired in Spanish 1 and 2. The course presents new vocabulary and grammatical concepts. Students read and listen to authentic materials from newspapers, magazines, and television. The content is focused on contemporary and relevant topics such as urbanization and population growth in Latin American countries, global health concerns, jobs of the future, and scientific advancements. Students review the formation and use of regular and irregular verbs in the present and future tenses, as well as the use of reflexive particles and infinitives. They also expand their understanding of noun and adjective agreement, the comparative and superlative degree of adjectives, and the placement and use of direct and indirect objects and pronouns. Students expand their vocabulary through exposure to word roots and families, popular slang, the correct use of words that are often confused for one another, and review of concepts such as proper placement of accents and stress. 

W206 AP SPANISH LANGUAGE AND CULTURE

Length: Full Year
Course Link: https://apstudents.collegeboard.org/courses/ap-spanish-language-and-culture
Credit: 1.0 World Language
Grades: 11, 12
Prerequisite: There are no prerequisites, but students are typically in their fourth year of high-school-level study. In the case of native or heritage speakers, there may be a different pathway of study leading to this course. (We recommend taking Spanish 3 first.)

Designed by the College Board to parallel third-year college-level courses in Spanish language, AP Spanish Language and Culture courses build upon prior knowledge and develop students’ ability to express ideas, exchange opinions, and present information in Spanish, both orally and in writing. These courses also help students understand and interpret written and spoken Spanish. In addition, students explore the culture of Spanish-speaking people in historical and contemporary contexts.
 

H201 HEALTH 1

Length: One Semester
Credit: 0.5 Health
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Prerequisites: None

Topics covered within Health Education courses may vary widely, but typically include personal health (nutrition, mental health and stress management, drug/alcohol abuse prevention, disease prevention, and first aid) and consumer health issues. The courses may also include brief studies of environmental health, personal development, and/or community resources.

 

H201 HEALTH 2

Length: One Semester
Credit: 0.5 Health
Grades: 10, 11, 12
Prerequisites: Health 1

Health 2 provides students with the opportunity to inquire and analyze the physical, psychological, and social aspects and implications of current health issues, such as: healthy eating, disease prevention, ATOD abuse, and sexual health topics. Investigative projects, group discussions, debates, and critical thinking techniques will be used to enable students to apply their health education knowledge and skills to solve problems and/or advocate for a specific health situation or theme using current resources and technology.

 

H300 WELLNESS

Length: One Semester
Credit: 0.5 Health
Grades: 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Health 1 or 2

Keeping our physical body healthy and happy is just one of the many challenges we face, and yet, many of us don’t know how to achieve it best. In this course, you’ll explore positive decisions around diet and food preparation to pursue a healthy, informed lifestyle. Making sure you know how to locate, buy, and prepare fresh, delicious food will make you and your body feel amazing.
 

P430 PHYSICAL EDUCATION 1

Length: One Semester
Credit: 0.5 PE
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: None

Physical Education combines the best of online instruction with actual student participation in weekly cardiovascular, aerobic, and muscle toning activities. The course promotes a keen understanding of the value of physical fitness and aims to motivate students to participate in physical activities throughout their lives. Specific areas of study include: Cardiovascular exercise and care, safe exercising, building muscle strength and endurance, injury prevention, fitness principles, goal setting, proper nutrition and team concepts. The course requires routine participation in physical activities. Successful completion of this course will require monthly participation reports to verify the student is meeting his or her requirements and responsibilities.

 

P410 STRENGTH TRAINING & CONDITIONING

Length: One Semester
Credit: 0.5 PE
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: PE 1

Strength Training and Conditioning is the second course in the PE sequence. This course extends the concepts from PE 1 and includes student participation in weekly cardiovascular, aerobic, and muscle toning activities. The emphasis is on conditioning activities that help develop muscular strength, flexibility, and cardiovascular fitness.

H499 SPORTS MEDICINE

Length: One Semester
Credit: 0.5 Elective
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: None

What do you think of when you hear the phrase “sports medicine professional”? Believe it or not, the term encompasses a much larger range of career options than jobs typically associated with this field. Explore some of the most popular career pathways, day-to-day responsibilities, emergency care for athletes, and legal obligations. Discover what nutrition, healthy lifestyle, and fitness truly mean, and dive into anatomy, human biomechanics, and exercise modalities. Learn how to get started in this exciting field.

F211 ART 1

Length: One Semester
Credit: 0.5 Fine Arts
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: None

Art 1 is a chance to explore a wide range of art media, master artists, techniques as well as careers in art and how to analyze and critique a piece of artwork. While using the elements and principles of art as a starting point, students will learn art media ranging from drawing, painting and collage to cartooning and digital art. This class serves as a foundational course for more advanced courses in our art curriculum.
 

F310 MIXED MEDIA DESIGN

Length: One Semester 
Credit: 0.5 Fine Arts
Grades: 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Success in a level 1 Art class recommended

This course covers topics and skills in both two dimensional and three dimensional design using a variety of art media. Students will learn about and use elements and principles of design to create unique art works and will explore the history of mixed media in the arts. 
 

F271 COMPUTER GRAPHICS 1

Length: One Semester 
Credit: 0.5 Fine Arts
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: None

Formerly known as Graphic Design, Computer Graphics courses emphasize applying fundamental processes of artistic expression through the exploration of the purposeful arrangement of images, symbols, and text to communicate a message. These courses may include investigations of how technology influences the creation of graphic and digital designs and study historical and contemporary visual communications design. These courses also provide instruction in the process of responding to their own art and that of others including master designers through analysis, critique, and interpretation for the purpose of reflecting on and refining work.

 

F221 DRAWING 1

Length: One Semester
Credit: 0.5 Fine Arts
Grades: 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Art 1

Drawing/Painting courses focus on the inter-relationships that occur between drawing and painting using a variety of media and techniques, emphasizing observation and interpretation of the visual environment. These courses typically include applying the elements of art and principles of design, along with a study of art and artists from a worldwide perspective, and instruction in the critique process. Advanced courses may encourage students to refine their creative process and develop their own artistic styles following and breaking from traditional conventions.

 

F222 DRAWING 2

Length: One Semester
Credit: 0.5 Fine Arts
Grades: 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Drawing 1

Drawing/Painting courses focus on the inter-relationships that occur between drawing and painting using a variety of media and techniques, emphasizing observation and interpretation of the visual environment. These courses typically include applying the elements of art and principles of design, along with a study of art and artists from a worldwide perspective, and instruction in the critique process. Advanced courses may encourage students to refine their creative process and develop their own artistic styles following and breaking from traditional conventions.

 

F410 PHOTOGRAPHY 1

Length: One Semester
Credit: 0.5 Fine Arts
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: None

Photography courses provide students with an understanding of photographic media, techniques, and processes. These courses focus on development of photographic compositions through manipulation of the fundamental processes of artistic expression. Students may learn to make meaningful visual statements with an emphasis on personal creative expression to communicate ideas, feelings, or values. Photography courses may also include the history of photography, historic movements, image manipulation, critical analysis, and some creative special effects. Students engage in critiques of their photographic images, the works of other students, and those by professional photographers for the purpose of reflecting on and refining work.

 

F420 PHOTOGRAPHY 2

Length: One Semester
Credit: 0.5 Fine Arts
Grades: 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Photography 1

Photography courses provide students with an understanding of photographic media, techniques, and processes. These courses focus on development of photographic compositions through manipulation of the fundamental processes of artistic expression. Students may learn to make meaningful visual statements with an emphasis on personal creative expression to communicate ideas, feelings, or values. Photography courses may also include the history of photography, historic movements, image manipulation, critical analysis, and some creative special effects. Students engage in critiques of their photographic images, the works of other students, and those by professional photographers for the purpose of reflecting on and refining work.

 

F212 ART 2

Length: One Semester
Credit: 0.5 Fine Arts
Grades: 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: A sequence of two Art courses including Art 1

Art 2 allows students to continue learning and growing their skills and portfolio. Students will create, select, respond to, and present work that clearly reflects newly obtained technical skills, increasing conceptual thinking and is a reflection of their personal interests. These courses may include individual critiques and peer review.
 

A479 COMPUTER SCIENCE PRINCIPLES

Length: One Semester
Credit: 0.5 Applied Arts / Elective
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: None

Computer Science Principles provides students the opportunity use programming, computational thinking, and data analytics to create digital artifacts and documents representing design and analysis in areas including the Internet, algorithms, and the impact that these have on science, business, and society. Computer Science Principles courses teach students to use computational tools and techniques including abstraction, modeling, and simulation to collaborate in solving problems that connect computation to their lives.
 

A431 WEB DESIGN 1

Length: One Semester
Credit: 0.5 Applied Arts / Elective
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: None

How many times per day do you access the internet, including social media? The web is an important part of our daily lives, so it’s no surprise that web development is one of the hottest career fields. Start to explore professional web development, including how to create content for the web. You’ll learn about topics such as servers, file organization, HTML, CSS, Javascript, and the development stack that will let you build any website you can dream up.

 

A432 WEB DESIGN 2

Length: One Semester
Credit: 0.5 Applied Arts / Elective
Grades: 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Web Design 1

Websites need to be functional, but they need to look great while doing the job! Now that you’ve learned how to create web content, you’ll learn how to apply design principles, like color combinations and font choices, to achieve the greatest impact. You’ll also learn the behind-the-scenes tasks of organizing your files, ensuring website accessibility, following intellectual property regulations, and performing site backup and maintenance.  

 

A481 AP COMPUTER SCIENCE PRINCIPLES

Length: Full Year
Course Link: https://apstudents.collegeboard.org/courses/ap-computer-science-principles
Credit: 1.0 Applied Arts / Elective
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: None (We recommend taking AGS 1 and at least one Technology course first.)

AP Computer Science Principles is an introductory college-level computing course that introduces students to the breadth of the field of computer science. Students learn to design and evaluate solutions and to apply computer science to solve problems through the development of algorithms and programs. They incorporate abstraction into programs and use data to discover new knowledge. Students also explain how computing innovations and computing systems—including the internet—work, explore their potential impacts, and contribute to a computing culture that is collaborative and ethical.

B725 PERSONAL FINANCE

Length: One Semester
Credit: 0.5 Applied Arts / Elective
Grades: 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: None

In Personal Finance, students study financial management and its application to family and personal resources. Personal spending, saving, and investing are discussed along with an overview of basic economics, banking, employment, and capital management. Students explore such topics as rational spending, budget management, borrowing, insurance policies, the electronic economy, and overall risk management.
 

S710 PSYCHOLOGY

Length: One Semester
Credit: 0.5 Elective
Grades: 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: None

This course is designed to examine issues surrounding the explanation of human behavior. In addition to an introduction to the discipline of psychology, students explore topic areas of research methodology, biological sources of behavior, personality theory and development, and altered states of consciousness. The goal of this course is for students to apply learning to a better understanding of the human experience. This course does NOT count for Social Studies credit.

S725 AP PSYCHOLOGY

Length: Full Year
Course Link: https://apstudents.collegeboard.org/courses/ap-psychology  
Credit: 1.0 Elective
Grades: 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: None

Following the College Board’s suggested curriculum designed to parallel a college-level psychology course, AP Psychology courses introduce students to the systematic and scientific study of the behavior and mental processes of human beings and other animals, expose students to each major subfield within psychology, and enable students to examine the methods that psychologists use in their science and practice. This course does NOT count for Social Studies credit.

A240 FILMMAKING 1

Length: One Semester
Credit: 0.5 Elective
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: None

Learn the fundamentals of filming and editing great movies. Students will film and edit three movies using continuity, conversation, documentary and special effects techniques. 

A241 FILMMAKING 2

Length: One Semester
Credit: 0.5 Elective
Grades:  10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Filmmaking 1

Have fun making great films! We'll take what you learned in Film 1 and expand upon that to create great short films. All genres of filmmaking (comedy, drama, experimental, documentary and music video) will be discussed and reviewed. We'll also learn how to upload videos to the web. 

A241 INTRO TO LEADERSHIP

Length: One Semester
Credit: 0.5 Elective
Grades:  11, 12
Prerequisite: None

This course strengthens students’ personal and group leadership skills. Topics will include public speaking, effective communication, human relations, organization and management, and group dynamics.

*NOTE* - This course requires students turn their cameras on and unmute during Zoom sessions. It also may include on-site responsibilities for planning, organizing and managing student events. 

E913 AVID WORKSHOP

Length: Full Year
Course Link: https://www.avid.org/student-learning
Credit: 1.0 Elective
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Application process - see your counselor

*NOTE* - This course requires students turn their cameras on and unmute during Zoom sessions.

AVID students reflect and question while mastering content rather than just repeating and memorizing. Our students work together to problem solve and to change the level of discourse in the classroom as they prepare for success. Students are taught to articulate what they don’t understand and learn how to seek out the resources they need. By teaching critical thinking, inquiry, and self-advocacy, AVID educators empower students to own their learning.

All students need to learn how to learn. Note-taking, studying, and organizing assignments are all skills that must be taught and practiced to perfect, but are not explicitly taught in schools. With guided, scaffolded support from AVID, educators can teach students how to master these and other academic behaviors that will help them succeed in school and life.

AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY

CONSTRUCTION

This two year program will prepare you for many opportunities in construction. You'll learn to safely use a variety of tools, equipment and machinery while learning how buildings are constructed from the foundation to the roof. You'll gain an understanding of technical drawings and specifications and practice teamwork and communication skills, all while learning safe, legal and ethical working habits. Visit the Construction web page to learn more.

HEALTH Careers

In the Health Careers program, you will explore the human body, diseases, prevention, and treatment. You'll learn about proper patient care and have the opportunity to obtain certifications in CPR, AED, and first aid. You'll develop healthcare specific communication skills in a variety of settings, interacting with co-workers, patients, and families -- sharing information accurately and professionally with a special emphasis on the privacy, legal, and ethical practices that are essential in the healthcare workplace. Visit the Health Careers web page to learn more. 

Sustainable Agriculture

The Field Biology and Applied Chemistry courses at Terra Nova offer a unique opportunity to study these sciences. You'll learn biology and chemistry by growing and cooking food, accompanied by the joy and rigor of projects on a working farm. Plan to spend time outside, tending plants and animals and inside doing research and experiments. Projects focus on teamwork, solving real problems and developing an understanding of how we can live more sustainably in our world. Visit the Sustainable Agriculture web page to learn more. 

Are you interested in learning about Terra Nova? Check out our recording of the FLEX/Terra Nova informational session. 

Manufacturing

The Manufacturing program offers students the opportunity to learn skills, processes, and career opportunities related to manufacturing technologies. Course work in the program introduces students to careers in high-tech manufacturing by producing products to industrial standards utilizing current manual and computer-aided machine tool technologies. In this program, students get to use computers and machines to model and create products, apply quality control techniques to achieve desired specifications, plan manufacturing operations to meet deadlines and operate machine shop equipment such as a laser cutter or 3D printer. Work in the classroom and in the shop also focuses on practicing safe, legal, and ethical working habits. Visit the Manufacturing web page to learn more.