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College Prep: No 0.500 AR58 Adv Jewelry - Grades: AR 58 Advanced Jewelry Difficulty: Average-High 1 Sem. 12 Fine Arts/Elective Credit Prerequisites: AR 54 & 56 Continuation of processes learned in AR 54 and 56. For the serious student to gain proficiency or pursue a personally planned outline of activity. NOTE: Course fee required. 12 09 Credit: College Prep: No 0.500 AR45 Advanced Ceramics - Grades: AR 45 Advanced Ceramics Difficulty: Average-High 1 Sem. 12 Fine Arts/Elective Credit Prerequisites: AR 43 Extends improvement of hand-built and wheel throwing skills. Includes glaze formulation and advanced clay experiences such as Raku. Provides independent study in advanced work or interest areas. Course may be repeated by teacher approval. NOTE: Course fee required. 12 09 Credit: College Prep: No 0.500 AR66 Advanced Drawing - Grades: AR 66 Advanced Drawing Difficulty: Average-High 1 Sem. 12 Fine Arts/Elective Credit Prerequisites: Satisfactory AR 63, AR 64 Emphasis on developing style and reflecting that style in various drawing processes. NOTE: Course fee required. 12 09 Credit: College Prep: No 0.500 AR62 Advanced Painting - Grades: AR 62 Advanced Painting Difficulty: Average-High 1 - 2 Sem. 12 -1 Fine Arts/Elective Credit Prerequisites: AR 61 Work on individual basis with teacher developing skills and techniques on an advanced level, beginners and advanced students in the same class. NOTE: Course fee required. 12 09 Credit: College Prep: No 0.500 AR41 Beginning Ceramics - Grades: AR 41 Beginning Ceramics Difficulty: Average 1 Sem. 12 Fine Arts/Elective Credit For those desiring to understand ceramic techniques, procedures, and principles, both potter's wheel and hand building. Emphasis on three-dimensional design. NOTE: Course fee required. 12 09 Credit: College Prep: No 0.500 AR63 Beginning Drawing - Grades: AR 63 Beginning Drawing Difficulty: Average 1 Sem. 12 Fine Arts/Elective Credit Learn to manipulate form, line and texture in pencil and ink. Realistic approaches made in drawing figures, landscapes, portraits and still life. NOTE: Course fee required. 12 09 Credit: College Prep: No 0.500 AR54 Beginning Jewelry - Grades: AR 54 Beginning Jewelry Difficulty: Average 1 Sem. 12 Fine Arts/Elective Credit Construct jewelry using the sheet method with copper, silver, and nickel silver. Includes use and care of hand tools and soldering equipment. Creativity in design is stressed. NOTE: Course fee required. 12 09 Credit: College Prep: No 0.500 AR60 Beginning Painting - Grades: AR 60 Beginning Painting Difficulty: Average 1 - 2 Sem. 12 - 1 Fine Arts/Elective Credit Prerequisites: AR 63 Required or Instructor Approval Water color and acrylic paints. Emphasis on basic techniques and composition. Paint abstract and realistic still life figures and landscapes. A variety of painting media is used. Previous drawing class strongly recommended. NOTE: Course fee required. 12 09 Credit: College Prep: No 0.500 AR90 IB Middle Years Art - Grades: AR 90 IB Middle Years Art Difficulty - Average 1 Sem. 12 Fine Arts/Elective Credit Prerequisite: Participation in IB Middle Years Program Students learn that art is a form of creativity through research, reflection, craftsmanship, evaluation and art appreciation. Students will use a combination of drawing, painting, sculpture, graphic design, and other techniques to understand the elements and principles of art, and work in a variety of media. The class will focus on three fundamental concepts: holistic learning, intercultural awareness, and communication. Through a variety of multicultural activities, students will develop open-mindedness and greater cultural awareness. Throughout this course, emphasis will be placed on developing the characteristics of respect, balance, honesty, courage and insightfulness. 10 09 Credit: College Prep: No 0.500 AR43 Intermediate Ceramics - Grades: AR 43 Intermediate Ceramics Difficulty: Average 1 Sem. 12 Fine Arts/Elective Credit Prerequisites: AR 41 Beginning of product orientation with some emphasis on quantity and quality of work. Glaze formulation, Raku firing and finishing, producing ceramic objects all term. NOTE: Course fee required. 12 09 Credit: College Prep: No 0.500 AR64 Intermediate Drawing - Grades: AR 64 Intermediate Drawing Difficulty: Average 1 Sem. 12 Fine Arts/Elective Credit Prerequisites: AR 63 A more comprehensive understanding, appreciation and exploration of drawing. Develop skills, knowledge, and techniques using various media. NOTE: Course fee required. 12 09 Credit: College Prep: No 0.500 AR56 Intermediate Jewelry - Grades: AR 56 Intermediate Jewelry Difficulty: Average 1 Sem. 12 Fine Arts/Elective Credit Prerequisites: AR 54 Lost-wax casting method of jewelry making, set stones, and work with various kinds of waxes to produce the model for casting jewelry. Emphasis on design quality and aesthetic attitude determined by application of principles of design. NOTE: Course fee required. 12 09 Credit: College Prep: No 0.500 AR61 Intermediate Painting - Grades: AR 61 Intermediate Painting Difficulty: Average 1 Sem. 12 Fine Arts/Elective Credit Prerequisites: AR 60 A more comprehensive understanding, appreciation, and explanation of painting. Develop skills, knowledge and techniques using various painting media. NOTE: Course fee required. 12 09 Credit: Westwood High Course Catalog 2015-2016 CRS201 Report: Year: Printed by Bartley Beckert at 07/06/2015 12:09 PM Page 1 of 45 Mesa Public Schools

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College Prep: No 0.500AR58Adv Jewelry

-Grades:AR 58 Advanced JewelryDifficulty: Average-High 1 Sem. — 1⁄2 Fine Arts/Elective CreditPrerequisites: AR 54 & 56Continuation of processes learned in AR 54 and 56. For the seriousstudent to gain proficiency or pursue a personally planned outlineof activity. NOTE: Course fee required.

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College Prep: No 0.500AR45Advanced Ceramics

-Grades:AR 45 Advanced CeramicsDifficulty: Average-High 1 Sem. — 1⁄2 Fine Arts/Elective CreditPrerequisites: AR 43Extends improvement of hand-built and wheel throwing skills.Includes glaze formulation and advanced clay experiences such asRaku. Provides independent study in advanced work or interestareas. Course may be repeated by teacher approval. NOTE:Course fee required.

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College Prep: No 0.500AR66Advanced Drawing

-Grades:AR 66 Advanced DrawingDifficulty: Average-High 1 Sem. — 1⁄2 Fine Arts/Elective CreditPrerequisites: Satisfactory AR 63, AR 64Emphasis on developing style and reflecting that style in variousdrawing processes. NOTE: Course fee required.

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College Prep: No 0.500AR62Advanced Painting

-Grades:AR 62 Advanced PaintingDifficulty: Average-High1 - 2 Sem. — 1⁄2 -1 Fine Arts/Elective CreditPrerequisites: AR 61Work on individual basis with teacher developing skills and techniqueson an advanced level, beginners and advanced students inthe same class. NOTE: Course fee required.

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College Prep: No 0.500AR41Beginning Ceramics

-Grades:AR 41 Beginning CeramicsDifficulty: Average1 Sem. — 1⁄2 Fine Arts/Elective CreditFor those desiring to understand ceramic techniques, procedures,and principles, both potter's wheel and hand building. Emphasison three-dimensional design. NOTE: Course fee required.

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College Prep: No 0.500AR63Beginning Drawing

-Grades:AR 63 Beginning DrawingDifficulty: Average 1 Sem. — 1⁄2 Fine Arts/Elective CreditLearn to manipulate form, line and texture in pencil and ink. Realisticapproaches made in drawing figures, landscapes, portraitsand still life. NOTE: Course fee required.

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College Prep: No 0.500AR54Beginning Jewelry

-Grades:AR 54 Beginning JewelryDifficulty: Average 1 Sem. — 1⁄2 Fine Arts/Elective CreditConstruct jewelry using the sheet method with copper, silver, andnickel silver. Includes use and care of hand tools and solderingequipment.Creativity in design is stressed. NOTE: Course fee required.

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College Prep: No 0.500AR60Beginning Painting

-Grades:AR 60 Beginning PaintingDifficulty: Average 1 - 2 Sem. — 1⁄2 - 1 Fine Arts/Elective CreditPrerequisites: AR 63 Required or Instructor ApprovalWater color and acrylic paints. Emphasis on basic techniques andcomposition. Paint abstract and realistic still life figures and landscapes.A variety of painting media is used. Previous drawing classstrongly recommended. NOTE: Course fee required.

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College Prep: No 0.500AR90IB Middle Years Art

-Grades:AR 90 IB Middle Years ArtDifficulty - Average 1 Sem. — 1⁄2 Fine Arts/Elective CreditPrerequisite: Participation in IB Middle Years ProgramStudents learn that art is a form of creativity through research,reflection, craftsmanship, evaluation and art appreciation. Studentswill use a combination of drawing, painting, sculpture,graphic design, and other techniques to understand the elementsand principles of art, and work in a variety of media. The class willfocus on three fundamental concepts: holistic learning, interculturalawareness, and communication. Through a variety of multiculturalactivities, students will develop open-mindedness andgreater cultural awareness. Throughout this course, emphasis willbe placed on developing the characteristics of respect, balance,honesty, courage and insightfulness.

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College Prep: No 0.500AR43Intermediate Ceramics

-Grades:AR 43 Intermediate CeramicsDifficulty: Average 1 Sem. — 1⁄2 Fine Arts/Elective CreditPrerequisites: AR 41Beginning of product orientation with some emphasis on quantityand quality of work. Glaze formulation, Raku firing and finishing,producing ceramic objects all term. NOTE: Course fee required.

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College Prep: No 0.500AR64Intermediate Drawing

-Grades:AR 64 Intermediate DrawingDifficulty: Average 1 Sem. — 1⁄2 Fine Arts/Elective CreditPrerequisites: AR 63A more comprehensive understanding, appreciation and explorationof drawing. Develop skills, knowledge, and techniques usingvarious media. NOTE: Course fee required.

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College Prep: No 0.500AR56Intermediate Jewelry

-Grades:AR 56 Intermediate JewelryDifficulty: Average 1 Sem. — 1⁄2 Fine Arts/Elective CreditPrerequisites: AR 54Lost-wax casting method of jewelry making, set stones, and workwith various kinds of waxes to produce the model for casting jewelry.Emphasis on design quality and aesthetic attitude determinedby application of principles of design. NOTE: Course fee required.

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College Prep: No 0.500AR61Intermediate Painting

-Grades:AR 61 Intermediate PaintingDifficulty: Average 1 Sem. — 1⁄2 Fine Arts/Elective CreditPrerequisites: AR 60A more comprehensive understanding, appreciation, and explanationof painting. Develop skills, knowledge and techniques usingvarious painting media. NOTE: Course fee required.

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College Prep: No 0.500AR42Intermediate Stained Glass

-Grades:AR 42 Intermediate Stained GlassDifficulty: Average 1 Sem. — 1⁄2 Fine Arts/Elective CreditPrerequisite: Beginning Stained Glass (AR 40)Emphasis on Advanced Stained Glass Techniques. The constructionof boxes, picture frames, panel lamps and kaleidoscope will beexplored. Introduction to glass fusing, slumping, and draping techniquesin the making of two and three dimensional glass projects.Students will develop their own patterns. NOTE: Course feerequired.

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College Prep: No 0.500AR69Introduction to Sculpture

-Grades:AR 69 Introduction to SculptureDifficulty: Average 1 Sem. — 1⁄2 Fine Arts/Elective CreditStudents will explore the history, methods and materials of sculpture.Students will be expected to design and construct a series ofsculptures using a variety of methods and materials. NOTE:Course fee required.

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College Prep: No 0.500AR40Stained Glass

-Grades:AR 40 Stained GlassDifficulty: Average 1 Sem. — 1⁄2 Fine Arts/Elective CreditFor those wanting to learn general techniques used in makingstained glass objects. Student will develop their own patterns.NOTE: Course fee required.

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College Prep: No 0.500AS351AFJROTC Color Guard/Drill Team

-Grades:First Semester of:AS 35 AFJROTC Drill Team/Color GuardDifficulty: Average 2 Sem. 1 Cr.Prerequisites: Must enroll in another AFJROTC courseThis course introduces students to the principles of teamwork,neatness and precision drill. It builds confidence and strengthensself-esteem. Drill is a very positive activity that instills a heightenedsense of discipline and leadership. In addition to drill classes willinclude physical fitness programs and activities such as volleyball,softball, racquetball, and ultimate frisbee. NOTE: This course maycount in lieu of P.E. requirement.

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College Prep: No 0.500AS352AFJROTC Color Guard/Drill Team

-Grades:Second Semester of:AS 35 AFJROTC Drill Team/Color GuardDifficulty: Average 2 Sem. 1 Cr.Prerequisites: Must enroll in another AFJROTC courseThis course introduces students to the principles of teamwork,neatness and precision drill. It builds confidence and strengthensself-esteem. Drill is a very positive activity that instills a heightenedsense of discipline and leadership. In addition to drill classes willinclude physical fitness programs and activities such as volleyball,softball, racquetball, and ultimate frisbee. NOTE: This course maycount in lieu of P.E. requirement.

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College Prep: No 0.500AS311AFJROTC I - Journey into Aviation History

-Grades:First Semester of:AS 31 AFJROTC I - Journey into Aviation HistoryDifficulty: Average 2 Sem. — 1 Cr.Introduction to aerospace education and leadership. Cadets gain abasic knowledge of the origins and development of today'saerospace world. The course covers the development of flightfrom dreams of the early Chinese to the Gulf War. Fundamentalsof leadership include customs and courtesies of the Air Force andbasic drill ceremonies.

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College Prep: No 0.500AS312AFJROTC I - Journey into Aviation History

-Grades:Second Semester of:AS 31 AFJROTC I - Journey into Aviation HistoryDifficulty: Average 2 Sem. — 1 Cr.Introduction to aerospace education and leadership. Cadets gain abasic knowledge of the origins and development of today'saerospace world. The course covers the development of flightfrom dreams of the early Chinese to the Gulf War. Fundamentalsof leadership include customs and courtesies of the Air Force andbasic drill ceremonies.

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College Prep: No 0.500AS321AFJROTC II - Science of Flight

-Grades:First Semester of:AS 32 AFJROTC II - Science of FlightDifficulty: Average 2 Sem. 1 Cr.Introduction to aviation science and the physical laws involved.Includes aerospace environment within and beyond our atmosphere,the human body's reaction to flight, the theory of flight,and air navigation. Leadership skill stresses communication skills,time management, and cadet corps activities.

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College Prep: No 0.500AS322AFJROTC II - Science of Flight

-Grades:Second Semester of:AS 32 AFJROTC II - Science of FlightDifficulty: Average 2 Sem. 1 Cr.Introduction to aviation science and the physical laws involved.Includes aerospace environment within and beyond our atmosphere,the human body's reaction to flight, the theory of flight,and air navigation. Leadership skill stresses communication skills,time management, and cadet corps activities.

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College Prep: No 0.500AS331AFJROTC III - Exploration of Space

-Grades:First Semester of:AS 33 AFJROTC III - Exploration of SpaceDifficulty: High 2 Sem. 1 Cr.Prerequisites: Jr. or Sr.Development of propulsion systems used in aircraft and spacevehicles; the fundamentals of rocketry and its application to spacecraft,and the principles underlying space travel. Leadership educationemphasizes life skills needed such as financial planning, jobapplications, resumes, interviews and career opportunities. Cadetsassume leadership positions in the cadet corps as cadet officersand non-commissioned officers (NCO's).

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College Prep: No 0.500AS332AFJROTC III - Exploration of Space

-Grades:Second Semester of:AS 33 AFJROTC III - Exploration of SpaceDifficulty: High 2 Sem. 1 Cr.Prerequisites: Jr. or Sr.Development of propulsion systems used in aircraft and spacevehicles; the fundamentals of rocketry and its application to spacecraft,and the principles underlying space travel. Leadership educationemphasizes life skills needed such as financial planning, jobapplications, resumes, interviews and career opportunities. Cadetsassume leadership positions in the cadet corps as cadet officersand non-commissioned officers (NCO's).

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College Prep: No 0.500AS341AFJROTC IV - Senior Options

-Grades:First Semester of:AS 34 AFJROTC IV - Senior OptionsDifficulty: Average 2 Sem. 1 Cr.Prerequisites: AS 31, AS 32POLICY AND ORGANIZATION: A brief history of recent presidentialadministrations. Objectives of the U.S. military servicesand a description of the aircraft, missions and organization of eachbranch of service are discussed. SURVIVAL: Instruction will providetraining in skills, knowledge, and attitudes necessary to successfullyperform fundamental tasks needed for survival. GEOGRAPHY:Gains a general knowledge or the Earth's surface and theprocesses that shape it. MANAGEMENT OF THE CADETS CORPS:The cadet learns and applies the principles of managing the AirForce Junior ROTC Cadet Corps. This hands on experience affordsthe student the opportunity to put theories of previous leadershipcourses into practice.

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College Prep: No 0.500AS342AFJROTC IV - Senior Options

-Grades:Second Semester of:AS 34 AFJROTC IV - Senior OptionsDifficulty: Average 2 Sem. 1 Cr.Prerequisites: AS 31, AS 32POLICY AND ORGANIZATION: A brief history of recent presidentialadministrations. Objectives of the U.S. military servicesand a description of the aircraft, missions and organization of eachbranch of service are discussed. SURVIVAL: Instruction will providetraining in skills, knowledge, and attitudes necessary to successfullyperform fundamental tasks needed for survival. GEOGRAPHY:Gains a general knowledge or the Earth's surface and theprocesses that shape it. MANAGEMENT OF THE CADETS CORPS:The cadet learns and applies the principles of managing the AirForce Junior ROTC Cadet Corps. This hands on experience affordsthe student the opportunity to put theories of previous leadershipcourses into practice.

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College Prep: No 0.500IT951Advanced Automotives

-Grades:First Semester of:IT 95 Advanced AutomotivesDifficulty High 2 Sem. — 1 Practical Arts/Elective CreditPrerequisites: IT 93This advanced course is designed to lead the student to certificationor advanced training that is available in the automotive industry.This course applies the principles learned in the beginningand intermediate Automotive Systems courses and builds uponthe tune-up, engine service, chassis and brake repairs performed inprevious courses by allowing the student to do independent projects.Note: Course fee required.

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College Prep: No 0.500IT952Advanced Automotives

-Grades:Second Semester of:IT 95 Advanced AutomotivesDifficulty High 2 Sem. — 1 Practical Arts/Elective CreditPrerequisites: IT 93This advanced course is designed to lead the student to certificationor advanced training that is available in the automotive industry.This course applies the principles learned in the beginningand intermediate Automotive Systems courses and builds uponthe tune-up, engine service, chassis and brake repairs performed inprevious courses by allowing the student to do independent projects.Note: Course fee required.

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College Prep: No 0.500FS451Advanced Culinary Arts

-Grades:First Semester of:FS 45 Advanced Culinary ArtsDifficulty: Average 2 Sem. — 1 Practical Arts/Elective CreditPrerequisites: FS 41This course encompasses a full culinary food service experience.Focus is on menu development, food preparation, service, andrunning a simulated business. Job shadowing or internships maybe a part of the program. NOTE: Course fee required.

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College Prep: No 0.500FS452Advanced Culinary Arts

-Grades:Second Semester of:FS 45 Advanced Culinary ArtsDifficulty: Average 2 Sem. — 1 Practical Arts/Elective CreditPrerequisites: FS 41This course encompasses a full culinary food service experience.Focus is on menu development, food preparation, service, andrunning a simulated business. Job shadowing or internships maybe a part of the program. NOTE: Course fee required.

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College Prep: No 0.500GV321Advanced Digital Publication Studio

-Grades:New Course beginning with the 15-16 school year

GV32 Advanced Digital Publication StudioDifficulty: Average 2 Sem. - 1 Practical Arts/Elective CreditPrerequisite: GV31This innovative course, which incorporates an interactive learningapproach, is designed to advance skills in communication,management, writing, design, photography and marketing. Students willhave the opportunity to record history, gain in-depth experience in theproduction of a professional publication (yearbook), run a business withstate of the art technology, strengthen their analytical and problemsolving skills and improve communication skills appropriate for collegeand careers. Students will be responsible for every aspect of theproduction of the yearbook, which include participating in leadershiproles, selling advertisements, planning, writing articles, editing,photography and designing pages.GV32 Advanced Digital Publication Studio

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College Prep: No 0.500GV322Advanced Digital Publication Studio

-Grades:New Course beginning with the 15-16 school year

GV32 Advanced Digital Publication StudioDifficulty: Average 2 Sem. - 1 Practical Arts/Elective CreditPrerequisite: GV31This innovative course, which incorporates an interactive learningapproach, is designed to advance skills in communication,management, writing, design, photography and marketing. Students willhave the opportunity to record history, gain in-depth experience in theproduction of a professional publication (yearbook), run a business withstate of the art technology, strengthen their analytical and problemsolving skills and improve communication skills appropriate for collegeand careers. Students will be responsible for every aspect of theproduction of the yearbook, which include participating in leadershiproles, selling advertisements, planning, writing articles, editing,photography and designing pages.

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College Prep: No 0.500IT741Advanced Welding

-Grades:First Semester of:IT 74 Advanced WeldingDifficulty: High 2 Sem. — Practical Arts/Elective CreditPrerequisites: IT 73This advanced course is designed to lead the student to some ofthe many certifications that are available in the welding industry.Some of the certifications available to the student are ShieldedMetal Arc Welding, Gas Tungsten Arc Welding and Gas Metal ArcWelding Certification. All Certifications are through WesternTechnologies.NOTE: Course fee required.

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College Prep: No 0.500IT742Advanced Welding

-Grades:Second Semester of:IT 74 Advanced WeldingDifficulty: High 2 Sem. — Practical Arts/Elective CreditPrerequisites: IT 73This advanced course is designed to lead the student to some ofthe many certifications that are available in the welding industry.Some of the certifications available to the student are ShieldedMetal Arc Welding, Gas Tungsten Arc Welding and Gas Metal ArcWelding Certification. All Certifications are through WesternTechnologies.NOTE: Course fee required.

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College Prep: No 0.500AG311Animal Science

-Grades:First Semester of:*AG 31 Animal ScienceDifficulty: Average 2 Sem. — 1 Science/Practical Arts CreditPrerequisites: AG 30This course is designed to introduce students to the fundamentalsof animal anatomy, physiology, genetics, reproduction, growth,nutrition, health, and agribusiness principles. Students will workwith small and large animals on the land lab. Leadership developmentis provided through FFA. NOTE: Course fee required.

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College Prep: No 0.500AG312Animal Science

-Grades:Second Semester of:*AG 31 Animal ScienceDifficulty: Average 2 Sem. — 1 Science/Practical Arts CreditPrerequisites: AG 30This course is designed to introduce students to the fundamentalsof animal anatomy, physiology, genetics, reproduction, growth,nutrition, health, and agribusiness principles. Students will workwith small and large animals on the land lab. Leadership developmentis provided through FFA. NOTE: Course fee required.

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College Prep: No 0.500CB40WAP Computer Science A

-Grades:Course Description change beginning with the 15-16 school yearCB 40 AP Computer Science ADifficulty: High 2 Sem. — 1 Practical Arts/Elective Credit.50 credit each semester = 1.0 YRPrerequisite: CB09 or CB30AP Computer Science A emphasizes object-oriented programmingmethodology with a concentration on problem solving and algorithmdevelopment, and is meant to be the equivalent of a firstsemestercollege-level course in computer science. It is designedto serve as a first course in computer science for students with noprior computing experience. Students will take an AP exam inMay. See your school counselor if you have a financial hardship.Note: This is a weighted course.

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College Prep: No 0.500AG301Applied Biological Systems

-Grades:First Semester of:*AG 30 Applied Biological SystemsDifficulty: Average2 Sem. — 1 Biological Science/Practical Arts/Elective CreditPrerequisites: See page 9 of course catalog*Major areas of study: cell function and structure, anatomy, nutrition,biological systems in the environment, plant growth, animalgrowth, food safety and processing, communication and leadershipskills. May include dissection. Leadership development is providedthrough FFA. Fulfills college entrance and district graduationrequirements as a lab science and will count toward the scholasticdiploma.

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College Prep: No 0.500AG302Applied Biological Systems

-Grades:Second Semester of:*AG 30 Applied Biological SystemsDifficulty: Average2 Sem. — 1 Biological Science/Practical Arts/Elective CreditPrerequisites: See page 9 of course catalog *Major areas of study: cell function and structure, anatomy, nutrition,biological systems in the environment, plant growth, animalgrowth, food safety and processing, communication and leadershipskills. May include dissection. Leadership development is providedthrough FFA. Fulfills college entrance and district graduationrequirements as a lab science and will count toward the scholasticdiploma.

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College Prep: No 0.500IT931Automotive Systems Diagnostics

-Grades:First Semester of:IT 93 Automotive Systems and DiagnosticsDifficulty: Average 2 Sem. — 1 Practical Arts/Elective CreditPrerequisites: IT 92This course will provide an advanced study of the automotive repairindustry. Topics will include tune-ups, engine service, chassis, andbrake repairs. Students will learn management and leadership skillsneeded to be successful in the automotive industry, includingperformance and aftermarket modifications. Safety will be emphasized.NOTE: Course fee required.

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College Prep: No 0.500IT932Automotive Systems Diagnostics

-Grades:Second Semester of:IT 93 Automotive Systems and DiagnosticsDifficulty: Average 2 Sem. — 1 Practical Arts/Elective CreditPrerequisites: IT 92This course will provide an advanced study of the automotive repairindustry. Topics will include tune-ups, engine service, chassis, andbrake repairs. Students will learn management and leadership skillsneeded to be successful in the automotive industry, includingperformance and aftermarket modifications. Safety will be emphasized.NOTE: Course fee required.

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College Prep: No 0.500IT921Automotives Systems and Repair

-Grades:First Semester of:IT 92 Automotive Systems and RepairDifficulty: Average 2 Sem. — 1 Practical Arts/Elective CreditThis course will provide students with hands-on experience inautomotive systems, maintenance and repair. Topics will focus onvarious systems of the automobile which include preventivemaintenance, tires, electrical/electronic systems, tune-ups, brakes, andengine operations. Safety will be emphasized. NOTE: Course feerequired.

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College Prep: No 0.500IT922Automotives Systems and Repair

-Grades:Second Semester of:IT 92 Automotive Systems and RepairDifficulty: Average 2 Sem. — 1 Practical Arts/Elective CreditThis course will provide students with hands-on experience inautomotive systems, maintenance and repair. Topics will focus onvarious systems of the automobile which include preventivemaintenance, tires, electrical/electronic systems, tune-ups, brakes, andengine operations. Safety will be emphasized. NOTE: Course feerequired.

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College Prep: No 0.500CB091Computer Technology Foundations

-Grades:Course Description Change beginning with the 15-16 school yearFirst Semester of:CB09 Computer Technology FoundationsDifficulty: Average 2 Sem 1 Practical Arts/Elective CreditStudents will advance their Microsoft Office skills in real world settingsas they participate in simulations such as creating and supportingbusiness using Office applications. Students will also explore and learngame design, web design and app development. This class aligns withMaricopa Community College District's CIS105 Computer InformationSystems, and dual enrollment opportunities may be available

First Semester of:CB 09 Computer Technology FoundationsDifficulty: Average-High 2 Sem. — 1 Practical Arts/Elective CreditThis class will be an introduction into the world of computer technology.Through Windows Office Suite 2010, the student willexplore relevant and emerging technologies, the role of computersin society, discussion of social and ethical issues related to personalcomputer. Students will explore careers related to the InformationTechnology field. This includes computer repair, web design anddevelopment, software development and video game development.

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College Prep: No 0.500CB092Computer Technology Foundations

-Grades:Course Description Change beginning with the 15-16 school yearSecond Semester of:CB09 Computer Technology FoundationsDifficulty: Average 2 Sem 1 Practical Arts/Elective CreditStudents will advance their Microsoft Office skills in real world settingsas they participate in simulations such as creating and supportingbusiness using Office applications. Students will also explore and learngame design, web design and app development. This class aligns withMaricopa Community College District's CIS105 Computer InformationSystems, and dual enrollment opportunities may be available.

Old Info:Second Semester of:CB 09 Computer Technology FoundationsDifficulty: Average-High 2 Sem. — 1 Practical Arts/Elective CreditThis class will be an introduction into the world of computer technology.Through Windows Office Suite 2010, the student willexplore relevant and emerging technologies, the role of computersin society, discussion of social and ethical issues related to personalcomputer. Students will explore careers related to the InformationTechnology field. This includes computer repair, web design anddevelopment, software development and video game development.

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College Prep: No 0.500CT911CTE Internship

Grades:First Semester of:CT 91 CTE InternshipDifficulty: Average 2 Sem. — 1 Elective CreditGrade Level: 12thPrerequisite: 1 credit earned in Education Professions Program,Teacher ApprovalThe CTE Internship is a course that provides CTE students anopportunity to engage in learning through the participation in astructured work experience that involves the application of previouslydeveloped CTE knowledge and skills. The Internship will bedirectly related to the student's CTE Program of Study, and offersboth paid and unpaid work experience.

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College Prep: No 0.500CT912CTE Internship

Grades:Second Semester of:CT 91 CTE InternshipDifficulty: Average 2 Sem. — 1 Elective CreditGrade Level: 12thPrerequisite: 1 credit earned in Education Professions Program,Teacher ApprovalThe CTE Internship is a course that provides CTE students anopportunity to engage in learning through the participation in astructured work experience that involves the application of previouslydeveloped CTE knowledge and skills. The Internship will bedirectly related to the student's CTE Program of Study, and offersboth paid and unpaid work experience.

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College Prep: No 0.500FS411Culinary Arts

-Grades:First Semester of:FS 41 Culinary ArtsDifficulty: Average 2 Sem. — 1 Practical Arts/Elective CreditThis course is designed for students interested in developing skillsin Culinary Arts. Emphasis is placed on nutrition, proper equipmentuse, knife skills, safety, sanitation, and presentation. Foods preparedwill include baked goods, soups, salads, appetizers, sandwiches andgarnishes. Exploration of culinary careers is also included. NOTE:Course fee required.

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College Prep: No 0.500FS412Culinary Arts

-Grades:Second Semester of:FS 41 Culinary ArtsDifficulty: Average 2 Sem. — 1 Practical Arts/Elective CreditThis course is designed for students interested in developing skillsin Culinary Arts. Emphasis is placed on nutrition, proper equipmentuse, knife skills, safety, sanitation, and presentation. Foodsprepared will include baked goods, soups, salads, appetizers,sandwiches and garnishes. Exploration of culinary careers is alsoincluded. NOTE: Course fee required.

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College Prep: No 0.500GV311Digital Publication Studio

-Grades:First Semester of:GV 31 - Digital Publication Studio2 Sem. — 1 Elective English/Practical Arts/Elective CreditPrerequisite: GV 30 recommendedStudents will produce the school yearbook while being engaged inall areas of publication production. Units of study include teamwork,creative problem solving, reporting, writing, photography,typography, design, finances, marketing and distribution. Studentswill utilize industry design software, including Adobe products, inthe actual production of the yearbook. Additional projects supportthe program and expand students' digital studio skills. NOTE:Course fee required.

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College Prep: No 0.500GV312Digital Publication Studio

-Grades:Second Semester of:GV 31 - Digital Publication Studio2 Sem. — 1 Elective English/Practical Arts/Elective CreditPrerequisite: GV 30 recommendedStudents will produce the school yearbook while being engaged inall areas of publication production. Units of study include teamwork,creative problem solving, reporting, writing, photography,typography, design, finances, marketing and distribution. Studentswill utilize industry design software, including Adobe products, inthe actual production of the yearbook. Additional projects supportthe program and expand students' digital studio skills. NOTE:Course fee required.

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College Prep: No 0.500EV99EVIT

-Grades:2014-2015 use for EVIT courses with CTE Director approval only.

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College Prep: No 0.500CB301Exploring Computer Science

-Grades:New Course beginning with 15-16 school yearCB30 Exploring Computer Science

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College Prep: No 0.500CB302Exploring Computer Science

-Grades:New Course beginning with the 15-16 school yearCB30 Exploring Computer Science

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College Prep: No 0.500GV301Intro to Digital Studio

-Grades:First Semester of:GV 30 Intro to Digital StudioDifficulty: Average 2 Sem. — 1 Practical Arts/Elective CreditThis introductory course to the MPS Digital Studio Program providesstudents with opportunities to use digital cameras andAdobe design software to communicate their ideas to the world.By using Photoshop, InDesign, and Illustrator, students combinecreative talent with technical skills to produce a digital portfolio forthe ever changing design industry. This course prepares studentsfor advance study in Digital Photo Studio, Digital Illustration Studioand Digital Publication Studio. NOTE: Course fee required.

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College Prep: No 0.500GV302Intro to Digital Studio

-Grades:Second Semester of:GV 30 Intro to Digital StudioDifficulty: Average 2 Sem. — 1 Practical Arts/Elective CreditThis introductory course to the MPS Digital Studio Program providesstudents with opportunities to use digital cameras andAdobe design software to communicate their ideas to the world.By using Photoshop, InDesign, and Illustrator, students combinecreative talent with technical skills to produce a digital portfolio forthe ever changing design industry. This course prepares studentsfor advance study in Digital Photo Studio, Digital Illustration Studioand Digital Publication Studio. NOTE: Course fee required.

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College Prep: No 0.500IT411Introduction to Engineering Design

-Grades:First Semester of:IT 41 Introduction to Engineering DesignDifficulty: Average-High 2 Sem. — 1 Practical Arts/Elective CreditA course that teaches problem-solving skills using a designdevelopment process. Models of product solutions are created,analyzed and communicated using solid modeling computer designsoftware. NOTE: Course fee required.

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College Prep: No 0.500IT412Introduction to Engineering Design

-Grades:Second Semester of:IT 41 Introduction to Engineering DesignDifficulty: Average-High 2 Sem. — 1 Practical Arts/Elective CreditA course that teaches problem-solving skills using a designdevelopment process. Models of product solutions are created,analyzed and communicated using solid modeling computer designsoftware. NOTE: Course fee required.

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College Prep: No 0.500BE521Marketing I

-Grades:First Semester of:BE 52 Marketing IDifficulty: Average 2 Sem. — 1 Practical Arts/Elective CreditIn today's marketplace, students need to be prepared to sellthemselves and their skills. Marketing I will introduce students to themost exciting areas of marketing, such as sports and entertainment,e-commerce, fashion and merchandising, and travel and tourism.Students will learn employability skills as applied to the marketing field.Students enrolling in the course are strongly encouraged to join DECA,which is the career and technical student organization associated withthe Marketing program. Opportunities available though DECA includeleadership development, field trips, travel, and competition.

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College Prep: No 0.500BE522Marketing I

-Grades:Second Semester of:BE 52 Marketing IDifficulty: Average 2 Sem. — 1 Practical Arts/Elective CreditIn today's marketplace, students need to be prepared to sellthemselves and their skills. Marketing I will introduce students to themost exciting areas of marketing, such as sports and entertainment,e-commerce, fashion and merchandising, and travel and tourism.Students will learn employability skills as applied to the marketing field.Students enrolling in the course are strongly encouraged to join DECA,which is the career and technical student organization associated withthe Marketing program. Opportunities available though DECA includeleadership development, field trips, travel, and competition.

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College Prep: No 0.500BE531Marketing II

-Grades:First Semester of:BE 53 Marketing IIDifficulty: Average2 Sem. — 1⁄2 Practical Arts/1⁄2 Economics/Elective CreditPrerequisite: BE 52Students will focus on the professional sales and marketing fieldand become better prepared to compete in a global business economy.The class will focus on the many facets of business and marketingincluding consumer behavior, legal and ethical issues,management, employability skills, leadership, and opportunitiesin marketing-related careers. Students enrolling in the course arestrongly encouraged to join DECA, which is the career and technicalstudent organization associated with the Marketing program.Opportunities available though DECA include leadership development,field trips, travel, and competition.

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College Prep: No 0.500BE532Marketing II

-Grades:Second Semester of:BE 53 Marketing IIDifficulty: Average2 Sem. — 1⁄2 Practical Arts/1⁄2 Economics/Elective CreditPrerequisite: BE 52Students will focus on the professional sales and marketing fieldand become better prepared to compete in a global business economy.The class will focus on the many facets of business and marketingincluding consumer behavior, legal and ethical issues,management, employability skills, leadership, and opportunitiesin marketing-related careers. Students enrolling in the course arestrongly encouraged to join DECA, which is the career and technicalstudent organization associated with the Marketing program.Opportunities available though DECA include leadership development,field trips, travel, and competition.

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College Prep: No 0.500HE911Prevention and Care of Sports Injuries

-Grades:First Semester of:HE 91 Prevention and Care of Sports InjuriesDifficulty: Average-High 2 Sem. — 1 PE/Elective CreditConsists of first aid for athletic injuries, basic knowledge of thehuman body and its functions, understanding of procedures to befollowed in common athletic injuries and information on diets forathletes.

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College Prep: No 0.500HE912Prevention and Care of Sports Injuries

-Grades:Second Semester of:HE 91 Prevention and Care of Sports InjuriesDifficulty: Average-High 2 Sem. — 1 PE/Elective CreditConsists of first aid for athletic injuries, basic knowledge of thehuman body and its functions, understanding of procedures to befollowed in common athletic injuries and information on diets forathletes.

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College Prep: No 0.500IT431Principles of Engineering

-Grades:First Semester of:IT 43 Principles of EngineeringDifficulty: Average-High 2 Sem. — 1 Practical Arts/Elective CreditPrerequisite: IT 41A course that helps students understand the field of engineering/engineering technology. Exploring various technology systemsand manufacturing processes helps students learn how engineersand technicians use math, science and technology in an engineeringproblem-solving process to benefit people. The course also includesconcerns about social and political consequences of technologicalchange. NOTE: Course fee required.

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College Prep: No 0.500IT432Principles of Engineering

-Grades:Second Semester of:IT 43 Principles of EngineeringDifficulty: Average-High 2 Sem. — 1 Practical Arts/Elective CreditPrerequisite: IT 41A course that helps students understand the field of engineering/engineering technology. Exploring various technology systemsand manufacturing processes helps students learn how engineersand technicians use math, science and technology in an engineeringproblem-solving process to benefit people. The course also includesconcerns about social and political consequences of technologicalchange. NOTE: Course fee required.

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College Prep: No 0.500IT551Robotics

-Grades:First Semester of:IT 55 RoboticsDifficulty: Average-High 2 Sem. — 1 Practical Arts/Elective CreditPrerequisite: IT 54 Robotics through ElectronicsStudents will focus on control circuits, interfaces, and microprocessorsapplications as they build and program robots. This coursealso includes the development of robotics software, ComputerIntegrated Manufacturing tasks, data communication tasks, sensorand control systems tasks, and the application of the engineeringdesign process. Students are strongly encouraged to participatein robotics competitions. Note: Course fee required.

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College Prep: No 0.500IT552Robotics

-Grades:Second Semester of:IT 55 RoboticsDifficulty: Average-High 2 Sem. — 1 Practical Arts/Elective CreditPrerequisite: IT 54 Robotics through ElectronicsStudents will focus on control circuits, interfaces, and microprocessorsapplications as they build and program robots. This coursealso includes the development of robotics software, ComputerIntegrated Manufacturing tasks, data communication tasks, sensorand control systems tasks, and the application of the engineeringdesign process. Students are strongly encouraged to participatein robotics competitions. Note: Course fee required.

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College Prep: No 0.500HE921Sports Medicine

-Grades:First Semester of:HE 92 Sports MedicineDifficulty: Average-High 2 Sem. — 1 Elective CreditPrerequisite: HE 91An advanced lecture-laboratory course designed for studentsinterested in athletic training, medicine, physical therapy, exercisescience and/or other related paramedical fields. Students willexamine the causes, prevention, evaluation, management, andrehabilitation of various sport related conditions. Topics regardingresearch, kinesiology, nutrition, pharmacology, exercise scienceand implementation of sports medicine programs will also beinvestigated. Enrolled students will be required to work as studentathletic trainers. NOTE: This course does not count for PE credit.

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College Prep: No 0.500HE922Sports Medicine

-Grades:Second Semester of:HE 92 Sports MedicineDifficulty: Average-High 2 Sem. — 1 Elective CreditPrerequisite: HE 91An advanced lecture-laboratory course designed for studentsinterested in athletic training, medicine, physical therapy, exercisescience and/or other related paramedical fields. Students willexamine the causes, prevention, evaluation, management, andrehabilitation of various sport related conditions. Topics regardingresearch, kinesiology, nutrition, pharmacology, exercise scienceand implementation of sports medicine programs will also beinvestigated. Enrolled students will be required to work as studentathletic trainers. NOTE: This course does not count for PE credit.

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College Prep: No 0.500GV211TV Broadcasting

-Grades:First Semester of:GV 21 - TV BroadcastingDifficulty: Average 2 Sem. — 1 Practical Arts/Elective CreditPrerequisite: GV 20Students enrolled in this course will build on their productionexperience by writing, producing, directing, and performing a televisionbroadcast. Students will also produce commercials, publicservice announcements, highlight reels, news, and feature piecesfor the TV broadcast. Students will learn advanced editing techniquesand graphic skills using industry-standard software andequipment. Opportunities will be given to students through SkillsUSA,which include leadership development, field trips, travel,and competition.

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College Prep: No 0.500GV212TV Broadcasting

-Grades:Second Semester of:GV 21 - TV BroadcastingDifficulty: Average 2 Sem. — 1 Practical Arts/Elective CreditPrerequisite: GV 20Students enrolled in this course will build on their productionexperience by writing, producing, directing, and performing a televisionbroadcast. Students will also produce commercials, publicservice announcements, highlight reels, news, and feature piecesfor the TV broadcast. Students will learn advanced editing techniquesand graphic skills using industry-standard software andequipment. Opportunities will be given to students through SkillsUSA,which include leadership development, field trips, travel,and competition.

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College Prep: No 0.500AG351Veterinary Science

-Grades:First Semester of:*AG 35 Veterinary ScienceDifficulty: Average-High 2 Sem. — 1 Science/Practical Arts CreditPrerequisites: AG 31This course is designed to develop skills of students with an indepthfocus of anatomy and physiology of various animals. Alsoencompasses the full scope of the technology of animal healthand disease, including the sciences and arts of disease prevention,diagnosis, prognosis, and therapy. Leadership development is providedthrough FFA. NOTE: This course would be recommended forstudents who are interested in a career in Veterinary Science.NOTE: Course fee required.

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College Prep: No 0.500AG352Veterinary Science

-Grades:Second Semester of:*AG 35 Veterinary ScienceDifficulty: Average-High 2 Sem. — 1 Science/Practical Arts CreditPrerequisites: AG 31This course is designed to develop skills of students with an indepthfocus of anatomy and physiology of various animals. Alsoencompasses the full scope of the technology of animal healthand disease, including the sciences and arts of disease prevention,diagnosis, prognosis, and therapy. Leadership development is providedthrough FFA. NOTE: This course would be recommended forstudents who are interested in a career in Veterinary Science.NOTE: Course fee required.

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College Prep: No 0.500CB351Video Game & App Development

-Grades:Course Title and Description changed beginning with the 15-16 schoolyearCB35 Video Game and App DevelopmentDifficulty: Avg-High 2 Sem 1 Practical Arts/Elective CreditPrerequisite: CB09 or CB30Students will learn the principles of video gaming design, gameconcepts, genres, script and code writing, audio and graphics,programming, research, marking and software development history.Seven functional video games will be produced during the school year.The final product is the design and production of an individual 2D videogame of their choice.

Course description changed beginning 14-15 school yearFirst Semester of:CB 35 Video Game DevelopmentDifficulty: High 2 Sem. - 1 Practical Arts/Elective CreditPrerequisite: CB09Students will learn the principles of video gaming design, gameconcepts, genres, script and code writing, audio and graphics,programming, research, marketing and software development history.Seven functional video games will be produced during the schoolyear. The final product is the design and production of an education 2Dvideo game using Game Maker software.

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College Prep: No 0.500CB352Video Game & App Development

-Grades:Course Title and Description changed beginning with the 15-16 schoolyearCB35 Video Game and App DevelopmentDifficulty: Avg-High 2 Sem 1 Practical Arts/Elective CreditPrerequisite: CB09 or CB30Students will learn the principles of video gaming design, gameconcepts, genres, script and code writing, audio and graphics,programming, research, marking and software development history.Seven functional video games will be produced during the school year.The final product is the design and production of an individual 2D videogame of their choice.

Course description changed beginning 14-15 school yearSecond Semester of:CB 35 Video Game DevelopmentDifficulty: High 2 Sem. - 1 Practical Arts/Elective CreditPrerequisite: CB09Students will learn the principles of video gaming design, gameconcepts, genres, script and code writing, audio and graphics,programming, research, marketing and software development history.Seven functional video games will be produced during the school year.The final product is the design and production of an education 2D videogame using Game Maker software.

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College Prep: No 0.500GV201Video, TV and Movie Production

-Grades:First Semester of:GV 20 - Video, TV and Movie ProductionDifficulty: Average 2 Sem. — 1 Practical Arts/Elective CreditVideo, TV, and Movie Production will give students hands-onlearning experiences in producing digital videos, TV broadcasts,and movies. This course will teach students how to produce,shoot, and edit a variety of digital video projects. Students willlearn how to edit video, create graphics, and burn DVDs usingindustry-standard equipment. Students will also learn the basicprinciples of media literacy, deconstructing commercials, and studytelevision and movie history. Opportunities will be given to studentsthrough SkillsUSA which include leadership development,field trips, travel, and competition.

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College Prep: No 0.500GV202Video, TV and Movie Production

-Grades:Second Semester of:GV 20 - Video, TV and Movie ProductionDifficulty: Average 2 Sem. — 1 Practical Arts/Elective CreditVideo, TV, and Movie Production will give students hands-onlearning experiences in producing digital videos, TV broadcasts,and movies. This course will teach students how to produce,shoot, and edit a variety of digital video projects. Students willlearn how to edit video, create graphics, and burn DVDs usingindustry-standard equipment. Students will also learn the basicprinciples of media literacy, deconstructing commercials, and studytelevision and movie history. Opportunities will be given to studentsthrough SkillsUSA which include leadership development,field trips, travel, and competition.

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College Prep: No 0.500CB211Web Page Development

-Grades:Course Description changed beginning with the 15-16 school yearCB21 Web Page DevelopmentDifficulty: Avg-High 2 Sem 1 Practical Arts/Elective CreditPrerequisite: CB09 or CB30Students will develop dynamic yet vibrant web destinations as theycreate, build, and manage websites and Internet applications. Studentswill work with extensive code-editing and website building software.They will also be exposed to marketing and design techniques,commonly used on the World Wide Web. This course gives studentsthe opportunity to develop real world web application skills as theycreate an interactive website for a small business.

Course description changed beginning 14-15 school yearFirst Semester of:CB 21 Web Page DesignDifficulty: High 2 Sem. — 1 Practical Arts/Elective CreditPrerequisite: CB 09Students will learn how to create dynamic yet vibrant web destinationsusing Macromedia Dreamweaver CS4 and Fireworks. Studentswill have the ability to work in single environment to quicklycreate, build, and manage websites and Internet application. Studentswill experience rapid web applications development utilizingextensive code-editing support. Students will also be exposed tomarketing and design techniques commonly used on the WorldWide Web. For the capstone project, students will create a websitethat will include the design and construction of a small businessweb destination.

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College Prep: No 0.500CB212Web Page Development

-Grades:Course Description changed beginning with the 15-16 school yearCB21 Web Page DevelopmentDifficulty: Avg-High 2 Sem 1 Practical Arts/Elective CreditPrerequisite: CB09 or CB30Students will develop dynamic yet vibrant web destinations as theycreate, build, and manage websites and Internet applications. Studentswill work with extensive code-editing and website building software.They will also be exposed to marketing and design techniques,commonly used on the World Wide Web. This course gives studentsthe opportunity to develop real world web application skills as theycreate an interactive website for a small business.

Course description changed beginning 14-15 school yearSecond Semester of:CB 21 Web Page DesignDifficulty: High 2 Sem. — 1 Practical Arts/Elective CreditPrerequisite: CB 09Students will learn how to create dynamic yet vibrant web destinationsusing Macromedia Dreamweaver CS4 and Fireworks. Studentswill have the ability to work in single environment to quicklycreate, build, and manage websites and Internet application. Studentswill experience rapid web applications development utilizingextensive code-editing support. Students will also be exposed tomarketing and design techniques commonly used on the WorldWide Web. For the capstone project, students will create a websitethat will include the design and construction of a small businessweb destination.

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College Prep: No 0.500IT731Welding and Materials Processes

-Grades:First Semester of:IT 73 Welding and Materials ProcessesDifficulty: Average 2 Sem. — 1 Practical Arts/Elective CreditPrerequisites: IT 72Advanced program designed to increase the student's skills andknowledge in the field of welding. Speed, accuracy, and qualitywork are stressed. Also includes instruction in jigwork, mass productionprocesses, machine cutting, and the welding of alloys andsome exotic metals. NOTE: Course fee required.

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College Prep: No 0.500IT732Welding and Materials Processes

-Grades:Second Semester of:IT 73 Welding and Materials ProcessesDifficulty: Average 2 Sem. — 1 Practical Arts/Elective CreditPrerequisites: IT 72Advanced program designed to increase the student's skills andknowledge in the field of welding. Speed, accuracy, and qualitywork are stressed. Also includes instruction in jigwork, mass productionprocesses, machine cutting, and the welding of alloys andsome exotic metals. NOTE: Course fee required.

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College Prep: No 0.500IT711Welding I - Basic

-Grades:First Semester of:IT 71 Welding I - BasicDifficulty: Average 2 Sem. — 1 Practical Arts/Elective CreditBasic skills in SMAW (Shielded Metal Arc Welding), GMAW (GasMetal Arc Welding), FCAW (Flux Core Arc Welding and GTAW(Gas Tungsten Arc Welding) are emphasized. Students will learnmetallurgy fundamentals, Oxy-Fuel welding and cutting, weldingblueprint reading, employ-ability skills and the basic skills necessaryfor welding structures. NOTE: Course fee required.

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College Prep: No 0.500IT712Welding I - Basic

-Grades:Second Semester of:IT 71 Welding I - BasicDifficulty: Average 2 Sem. — 1 Practical Arts/Elective CreditBasic skills in SMAW (Shielded Metal Arc Welding), GMAW (GasMetal Arc Welding), FCAW (Flux Core Arc Welding and GTAW(Gas Tungsten Arc Welding) are emphasized. Students will learnmetallurgy fundamentals, Oxy-Fuel welding and cutting, weldingblueprint reading, employ-ability skills and the basic skills necessaryfor welding structures. NOTE: Course fee required.

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College Prep: No 0.500IT721Welding II - Intermediate

-Grades:First Semester of:IT 72 Welding II - IntermediateDifficulty: Average 2 Sem. — 1 Practical Arts/Elective CreditPrerequisites: IT 71This class emphasizes advanced skills and knowledge in all weldingprocesses Workplace applications in all processes are introduced.Construction and production applications are also included Studentswill use the appropriate technology and techniques to completeapproved personal projects. NOTE: Course fee required.

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College Prep: No 0.500IT722Welding II - Intermediate

-Grades:Second Semester of:IT 72 Welding II - IntermediateDifficulty: Average 2 Sem. — 1 Practical Arts/Elective CreditPrerequisites: IT 71This class emphasizes advanced skills and knowledge in all weldingprocesses Workplace applications in all processes are introduced.Construction and production applications are also included Studentswill use the appropriate technology and techniques to completeapproved personal projects. NOTE: Course fee required.

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College Prep: No 0.500ELD231Intermediate Conv English and Acad Vocab II

-Grades:First Semester of:ELD 23 Intermediate Conversational Englishand Academic Vocabulary IIDifficulty: Average 2 Sem.Prerequisites: Home language other than English and AZELLAat IntermediateThis course is designed to provide students new to English withadvanced oral and aural competence in a wide variety of Englishlanguage settings. Students will demonstrate correct use of receptiveand expressive English skills. Most coursework focuses on continueddevelopment of English skills for social and academic conversations.An emphasis is placed on expanding the range of relevant contentvocabulary words. Students continue to refine conversational skillsrelated to academic success, as well as student life skills forunderstanding school, community, regional and national cultures.

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College Prep: No 0.500ELD232Intermediate Conv. English and Acad. Vocab II

-Grades:Second Semester of:ELD 23 Intermediate Conversational Englishand Academic Vocabulary IIDifficulty: Average 2 Sem.Prerequisites: Home language other than English and AZELLAat IntermediateThis course is designed to provide students new to English withadvanced oral and aural competence in a wide variety of Englishlanguage settings. Students will demonstrate correct use of receptiveand expressive English skills. Most coursework focuses on continueddevelopment of English skills for social and academic conversations.An emphasis is placed on expanding the range of relevant contentvocabulary words. Students continue to refine conversational skillsrelated to academic success, as well as student life skills forunderstanding school, community, regional and national cultures.

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College Prep: No 0.500ELD211Intermediate English Grammar II

-Grades:First Semester of:ELD 21 Intermediate English Grammar IIDifficulty: Average 2 Sem.Prerequisites: Home language other than English and AZELLAat IntermediateThis course extends students' proficiency of English language grammarand structure. Students will study advanced syntactic elementsof English (nouns, verbs, modifiers, etc.) along with phonetic andsemantic aspects of the language. Word study skills are developed,as well as production of more complex sentences containingconjunctions, transitions and prepositional phrases. Students areexpected to be able to identify and apply all eight parts of speech.

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College Prep: No 0.500ELD212Intermediate English Grammar II

-Grades:Second Semester of:ELD 21 Intermediate English Grammar IIDifficulty: Average 2 Sem.Prerequisites: Home language other than English and AZELLAat IntermediateThis course extends students' proficiency of English language grammarand structure. Students will study advanced syntactic elementsof English (nouns, verbs, modifiers, etc.) along with phonetic andsemantic aspects of the language. Word study skills are developed,as well as production of more complex sentences containingconjunctions, transitions and prepositional phrases. Students areexpected to be able to identify and apply all eight parts of speech.

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College Prep: No 0.500ELD221Intermediate English Reading II

-Grades:First Semester of:ELD 22 Intermediate English Reading IIDifficulty: Average 2 Sem.Prerequisites: Home language other than English and AZELLAat IntermediateThis is an intermediate English reading course for students whosefirst language is not English. Students will extend proficiency ofreading skills in four areas: word analysis, fluency and vocabulary,comprehension, and literary analysis and response. Students willcontinue to use sequential reading instructional materials at theirlevel for further development of content area and narrative readingtasks. Students receive instruction to expand development of sightword vocabulary, and improve reading fluency and decoding skills.

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College Prep: No 0.500ELD222Intermediate English Reading II

-Grades:Second Semester of:ELD 22 Intermediate English Reading IIDifficulty: Average 2 Sem.Prerequisites: Home language other than English and AZELLAat IntermediateThis is an intermediate English reading course for students whosefirst language is not English. Students will extend proficiency ofreading skills in four areas: word analysis, fluency and vocabulary,comprehension, and literary analysis and response. Students willcontinue to use sequential reading instructional materials at theirlevel for further development of content area and narrative readingtasks. Students receive instruction to expand development of sightword vocabulary, and improve reading fluency and decoding skills.

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College Prep: No 0.500ELD241Intermediate English Writing II

-Grades:First Semester of:ELD 24 Intermediate English Writing IIDifficulty: Average 2 Sem.Prerequisites: Home language other than English and AZELLA atIntermediateThis course is designed to provide students advanced instruction inaspects of English writing. Students in this course receive instructionin grammar, sentence expansion and writing forms (paragraphs,essay descriptive, narrative, and first person). Studentscontinue to refine skills in pre-writing, draft composition, and editingusing a process writing format. Students are expected todemonstrate correct spelling of commonly used English words.

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College Prep: No 0.500ELD242Intermediate English Writing II

-Grades:Second Semester of:ELD 24 Intermediate English Writing IIDifficulty: Average 2 Sem.Prerequisites: Home language other than English and AZELLA atIntermediateThis course is designed to provide students advanced instruction inaspects of English writing. Students in this course receive instructionin grammar, sentence expansion and writing forms (paragraphs,essay descriptive, narrative, and first person). Studentscontinue to refine skills in pre-writing, draft composition, and editingusing a process writing format. Students are expected todemonstrate correct spelling of commonly used English words.c

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College Prep: No 0.500ELD131Intro to Conversational Eng and Academic Vocab I

-Grades:First Semester of:ELD 13 Introduction to Conversational Englishand Academic Vocabulary IDifficulty: Average 2 Sem.Prerequisites: Home language other than English and AZELLALevel at Pre-emergent/Emergent/BasicThis course is designed to provide students new to English withbasic oral and aural competence in a wide variety of English languagesettings. Students will develop receptive and expressiveEnglish skills, while they also learn basic elements of the soundsystem and alphabet. Most coursework focuses on helping studentsto develop English skills that are immediately useful inschool, classroom and community settings. An emphasis is placedon introducing a wide range of relevant content vocabulary words.Students also learn about academic culture related to school success,as well as student life skills for understanding school, community,regional and national cultures.

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College Prep: No 0.500ELD132Intro to Conversational Eng and Academic Vocab I

-Grades:Second Semester of:ELD 13 Introduction to Conversational Englishand Academic Vocabulary IDifficulty: Average 2 Sem.Prerequisites: Home language other than English and AZELLALevel at Pre-emergent/Emergent/BasicThis course is designed to provide students new to English withbasic oral and aural competence in a wide variety of English languagesettings. Students will develop receptive and expressiveEnglish skills, while they also learn basic elements of the soundsystem and alphabet. Most coursework focuses on helping studentsto develop English skills that are immediately useful inschool, classroom and community settings. An emphasis is placedon introducing a wide range of relevant content vocabulary words.Students also learn about academic culture related to school success,as well as student life skills for understanding school, community,regional and national cultures.

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College Prep: No 0.500ELD111Introduction to English Grammar I

-Grades:First Semester of:ELD 11 Introduction to English Grammar IDifficulty: Average 2 Sem.Prerequisites: Home language other than English and AZELLALevel at Pre-emergent/Emergent/BasicThis course introduces students to foundational English languagegrammar and structure. Students will study basic syntactic elementsof English (nouns, verbs, modifiers, etc.) along with phoneticand semantic aspects of the language. Word construction isalso taught, as well as how to produce the four kinds of sentencesin English (declarative, imperative, interrogative, and exclamatory).Students are expected to study and be able to identify all eightparts of speech.

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College Prep: No 0.500ELD112Introduction to English Grammar I

-Grades:Second Semester of:ELD 11 Introduction to English Grammar IDifficulty: Average 2 Sem.Prerequisites: Home language other than English and AZELLALevel at Pre-emergent/Emergent/BasicThis course introduces students to foundational English languagegrammar and structure. Students will study basic syntactic elementsof English (nouns, verbs, modifiers, etc.) along with phoneticand semantic aspects of the language. Word construction isalso taught, as well as how to produce the four kinds of sentencesin English (declarative, imperative, interrogative, and exclamatory).Students are expected to study and be able to identify all eightparts of speech.

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College Prep: No 0.500ELD121Introduction to English Reading I

-Grades:First Semester of:ELD 12 Introduction to English Reading IDifficulty: Average 2 Sem.Prerequisite: Home language other than English and AZELLALevel at Pre-emergent/Emergent/BasicThis is a beginning English reading course for students whose firstlanguage is not English. Students will develop reading skills in fourareas: word analysis, fluency and vocabulary, comprehension,and basic literary analysis and response. Students use sequentialreading instructional materials at their level to establish a base forfurther content area and narrative reading tasks. Students developa sight word vocabulary as well as receive explicit phonics anddecoding skills instruction.

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College Prep: No 0.500ELD122Introduction to English Reading I

-Grades:Second Semester of:ELD 12 Introduction to English Reading IDifficulty: Average 2 Sem.Prerequisite: Home language other than English and AZELLALevel at Pre-emergent/Emergent/BasicThis is a beginning English reading course for students whose firstlanguage is not English. Students will develop reading skills in fourareas: word analysis, fluency and vocabulary, comprehension,and basic literary analysis and response. Students use sequentialreading instructional materials at their level to establish a base forfurther content area and narrative reading tasks. Students developa sight word vocabulary as well as receive explicit phonics anddecoding skills instruction.

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College Prep: No 0.500ELD141Introduction to English Writing I

-Grades:First Semester of:ELD 14 Introduction to English Writing IDifficulty: Average 2 Sem.Prerequisites: Home language other than English and AZELLALevel at Pre-emergent/Emergent/BasicThis course is designed to provide students with a foundation toEnglish writing. Students in this course receive direct instruction ingrammar, sentence expansion and writing forms (paragraphs,essay descriptive, narrative, and first person). Students will learnspecific skills for pre-writing, draft composition, and editing usinga process writing format. Students also are responsible for learningthe spelling of a list of commonly used English words.

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College Prep: No 0.500ELD142Introduction to English Writing I

-Grades:Second Semester of:ELD 14 Introduction to English Writing IDifficulty: Average 2 Sem.Prerequisites: Home language other than English and AZELLALevel at Pre-emergent/Emergent/BasicThis course is designed to provide students with a foundation toEnglish writing. Students in this course receive direct instruction ingrammar, sentence expansion and writing forms (paragraphs,essay descriptive, narrative, and first person). Students will learnspecific skills for pre-writing, draft composition, and editing usinga process writing format. Students also are responsible for learningthe spelling of a list of commonly used English words.

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College Prep: No 0.500EN70WAP English Language & Composition

-Grades:*EN 70 AP English Language & CompositionDifficulty: High 2 Sem. — 1 English Credit

To prepare highly motivated junior students for the AP Language& Composition Exam. Focus is on rhetorical strategies, criticalthinking, and advanced composition skills. This course fulfills theJunior English requirement. Students will take an AP exam in May.See your school counselor if you have a financial hardship. NOTE:This is a weighted course.Removed prereqs beginning with the 15-16 school year

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College Prep: No 0.500EN71WAP English Literature & Composition

-Grades:*EN 71 AP English Literature & CompositionDifficulty: High 2 Sem.—1 English CreditTo prepare students for the advanced placement examinations.Involves college level reading and writing. This course fulfills the seniorEnglish requirement. Students will take an AP exam in May. See yourschool counselor if you have a financial hardship. NOTE: This is aweighted course.Removed prereqs beginning with the 15-16 school year

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College Prep: No 0.500EN191Basic English 9

Grades:First Semester of:EN 19 Basic Freshman EnglishDifficulty: Low 1 or 2 Sem. — 1⁄2 - 1 English CreditEmphasis is on improvement in reading and writing skills. Thecourse is designed for students who have difficulty in readingand/or English. Basic skills are reintroduced and practiced.

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College Prep: No 0.500EN192Basic English 9

Grades:Second Semester of:EN 19 Basic Freshman EnglishDifficulty: Low 1 or 2 Sem. — 1⁄2 - 1 English CreditEmphasis is on improvement in reading and writing skills. Thecourse is designed for students who have difficulty in readingand/or English. Basic skills are reintroduced and practiced.

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College Prep: No 0.500EN44Creative Writing

-Grades:*EN 44 Creative WritingDifficulty: Average-High 1 Sem. — 1⁄2 English CreditPrerequisites: EN 33 & EN 51 or EN 47Extend writing skills already mastered in EN 33 and EN 34. Studentsare challenged to express themselves across a variety ofgenres for the purpose of publication.

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College Prep: No 0.500EN41Critical Thinking & Writing

-Grades:*EN 41 Critical Thinking and WritingDifficulty: High 1 Sem. — 1⁄2 English CreditPrerequisites: EN 33 & EN 51 or EN 47Critical Thinking and Writing teaches inductive, deductive andanalogical reasoning for logical writing, critical analysis and explicationof literature. Writing teaches the processes used in problematicalresearch. Benefits college-bound students by givingpractice in formal writing techniques.

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College Prep: No 0.500EN72English Composition 101

-Grades:*EN 72 English Composition 101Difficulty: Average - High 1 Sem. — 1⁄2 English CreditEmphasis on rhetoric and composition with a focus on expositorywriting and understanding writing as a process. Establishing effectivecollege-level writing strategies through four or more writingprojects comprising at least 3,000 words in total. Students may berequired to take the ASSET test to be eligible for enrollment. Thiscourse parallels with the course taught in college.

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College Prep: No 0.500EN64English Composition 102

-Grades:*EN 64 English Composition 102Difficulty: Average-High 1 Sem. — 1⁄2 English CreditEmphasis on rhetoric and composition with a focus on persuasive,research-based writing and understanding writing as a process.Developing advanced college-level writing strategies throughthree or more writing projects comprising at least 4,000 words intotal.Students may be required to take the ASSET test to be eligiblefor enrollment. This course parallels with the course taught incollege.

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College Prep: No 0.500EN091Freshman English

-Grades:First Semester of:*EN 09 Freshman EnglishDifficulty: Average 2 Sem. — 1 English CreditIncludes writing, reading fluency and comprehension, literature,informational text, grammar,vocabulary, spelling and research.

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College Prep: No 0.500EN092Freshman English

-Grades:Second Semester of:*EN 09 Freshman EnglishDifficulty: Average 2 Sem. — 1 English CreditIncludes writing, reading fluency and comprehension, literature,informational text, grammar,vocabulary, spelling and research.

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College Prep: No 0.500EN27WHonors Freshman English

Grades:*EN 27 Honors Freshman EnglishDifficulty: High 2 Sem. — 1 English Credit

An accelerated language arts course with an emphasis on enrichmentexperiences, including advanced work in literature, composition,grammar, research and reading. NOTE: This is a weighted course.

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College Prep: No 0.500EN35WHonors Sophomore English

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*EN 35 Honors Sophomore EnglishDifficulty: High 2 Sem. — 1 English Credit

An enriched, accelerated program in composition and Americanliterature, designed for the highly capable and motivated sophomorestudent. EN 35 takes the place of EN 47.NOTE: This is a weighted course.

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College Prep: No 0.500EN80Humanities

-Grades:*EN 80 HumanitiesDifficulty: Average-High 1 Sem. — 1⁄2 English CreditPrerequisites: EN 33 & EN 51 or EN 47To help students gain a better understanding of world culturethrough a critical examination of art, literature, music, drama anddance. Students develop an aesthetic sensitivity and appreciationfor the creative process and thereby gain a better understandingof themselves. Reading of the classics emphasized, and compositionskills reinforced through critical essays analyzing the masterpiecesof each literary genre.

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College Prep: Yes 0.500EN91WIB English Higher Level I

Grades:*EN 91 IB English Higher Level IDifficulty: High 2 Sem. — 1 English CreditGrade: 11Prerequisite: EN 35 or EN 65This course explores a detailed studies approach to works written inEnglish in which students examine a variety of genres and themes.Skills focus upon close reading techniques, language effects, writtenliterary analysis and oral commentary. Literary pieces include Britishclassics as well as works written by modern ethnic Americans.Instruction and assignments prepare students for two compulsoryIB exams: individual oral commentary and individual oral presentation.This course is part of the IB Diploma Programme. NOTE: This isa weighted course.

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College Prep: No 0.500EN92WIB English Higher Level II

Grades:*EN 92 IB English Higher Level IIDifficulty: High 2 Sem. — 1 English CreditGrade: 12Prerequisite: EN 91The focus of this course is the examination of classical works fromworld literature and American drama. Through a variety of literarygenres, students will examine international works for theme, culturalinfluences, and the human experience. Literary analysis,social criticism and comparative analysis will also be emphasized.Student will practice written commentary on both examined andunexamined pieces, preparing them for compulsory IB exams: twocomparative studies of 1000-1500 words, a written commentaryon an unseen text, and a written response to a series ofcurriculum-specific questions. This course is part of the IB DiplomaProgramme. NOTE: This is a weighted course.

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College Prep: Yes 0.500EN66WIB Literature and Performance Standard Level I

-Grades:EN 66 IB Literature and Performance Standard Level IDifficulty: High 2 Sem — 1 English CreditPrerequisites: IB Diploma Programme StudentThis course is an interdisciplinary synthesis of language A and theatre.It incorporates essential elements of literature and performanceand aims to explore the dynamic relationship between thetwo. The course as a whole examines literary and dramatic textsand seeks to develop intellect, imagination and creativity. Itencourages intercultural awareness through a study of texts frommore than one culture. Note: This is a weighted course.

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College Prep: No 0.500EN69WIB Literature and Performance Standard Level II

-Grades:New Course beginning with the 15-16 school year

EN66 and EN69 IB Literature and Performance Standard Level 1 & 2Difficulty: High 4 Semesters- 2 English CreditsPrerequisites: IB Diploma Programme StudentThis comprehensive 2-year course is an interdisciplinary synthesis ofLanguage A (English) and theatre. It incorporates essential elements ofliterature and performance and aims to explore the dynamic relationshipbetween the two. The course as a whole examines literary and dramatictexts and seeks to develop intellect, imagination and creativity. Itencourages intercultural awareness through a study of texts from morethan one culture. NOTE: THIS is a weighted course.

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College Prep: Yes 0.500EN26WIB MYP Freshman English

Grades:*EN 26 IB MYP Freshman EnglishDifficulty: High 2 Sem. — 1 English CreditPrerequisites: IB Middle Years Programme StudentAn accelerated language arts course with an emphasis oncommunication skills, including advanced work in literature,composition, grammar, research and reading. There are six skill areas:listening, speaking, reading, writing, viewing and presenting, whichdevelop as both independent and interdependent skills. Studentsdevelopthese skills through the study of both language and literature. Thiscourse is a prerequisite to the IB Diploma Programme courses andtakes the place of EN 27. Note: This is a weighted course.

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College Prep: Yes 0.500EN65WIB MYP Sophomore English

Grades:*EN 65 IB MYP Sophomore EnglishDifficulty: High 2 Sem — 1 English CreditPrerequisites: EN 26 or EN 27This is an academically rigorous program in composition andAmerican literature that equips students with linguistic, analyticaland communicative skills that can also be used in an interdisciplinarymanner across all other subject groups. There are six skillareas: listening, speaking, reading, writing, viewing and presenting,which develop as both independent and interdependent skills.Students develop these skills through the study of both languageand literature. This course is a prerequisite to the IB DiplomaProgramme courses and takes the place of EN 35. Note: This is aweighted course.

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College Prep: No 0.500EN481Junior English

-Grades:First Semester of:*EN 48 Junior EnglishDifficulty: Average 2 Sem. — 1 English CreditPrerequisites: EN 33 & EN 51 or EN 47This course integrates the modes of expository essay writing withthe study of American literature. Course content combines thestudy of literary models of fiction and nonfiction, and the compositionskills of exposition. Composition emphasis is on researchskills, development of language skills, and multi-paragraph essays.Literary emphasis is on themes and literary movements in America.

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College Prep: No 0.500EN482Junior English

-Grades:Second Semester of:*EN 48 Junior EnglishDifficulty: Average 2 Sem. — 1 English CreditPrerequisites: EN 33 & EN 51 or EN 47This course integrates the modes of expository essay writing withthe study of American literature. Course content combines thestudy of literary models of fiction and nonfiction, and the compositionskills of exposition. Composition emphasis is on researchskills, development of language skills, and multi-paragraph essays.Literary emphasis is on themes and literary movements in America.

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College Prep: No 0.500EN371Junior Essentials Of Reading and Writing

-Grades:First Semester of:EN 37 Junior Essentials of Reading and WritingDifficulty: Low 2 Sem. — 1 English CreditThis course combines improving basic skills in reading throughliterature study,remedial instruction in speaking, thinking, listening and writing.Vocabularybuilding and study skills are also emphasized. Course objectiveswill reflect those of Junior English, but at a slower, more individualizedpace.

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College Prep: No 0.500EN372Junior Essentials of Reading and Writing

-Grades:Second Semester of:EN 37 Junior Essentials of Reading and WritingDifficulty: Low 2 Sem. — 1 English CreditThis course combines improving basic skills in reading throughliterature study,remedial instruction in speaking, thinking, listening and writing.Vocabularybuilding and study skills are also emphasized. Course objectiveswill reflect those of Junior English, but at a slower, more individualizedpace.

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College Prep: No 0.500EN56Multicultural Literature

-Grades:*EN 56 Multicultural LiteratureDifficulty: Average 1 Sem. — 1⁄2 English CreditPrerequisites: EN 47 or EN 51This course offers the study of a variety of literary genres whichare representative of the cultural diversity in the United States.Course content includes, but is not exclusive to, themes andauthors from African, Hispanic, and Native American cultures.Course work includes critical reading and thinking, participation indiscussion, composition, and research.

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College Prep: No 0.500EN52Mythology

-Grades:*EN 52 MythologyDifficulty: Average-High 1 Sem. — 1⁄2 English CreditPrerequisites: EN 47 or EN 51Through the analysis of various classical and/or world mythologies,students will gain an appreciation for their cultural contributionsand will form a foundation for understanding later literaryworks. Emphasis will be placed on understanding cultures andhuman behavior.

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College Prep: No 0.500EN61Native American Literature

-Grades:EN 61 Native American LiteratureGrade: 12 1 Sem. — 1⁄2 English CreditDifficulty: Average-HighThis course offers the study of a variety of literary genres whichare representative of the tribes throughout Arizona and the UnitedStates. The course content includes, but is not exclusive to,themes and authors from the Apache, Ft. McDowell, Gila and SaltRivers, Hopi, Navajo and Pima-Maricopa tribes. Courseworkincludes critical reading and thinking, participation in class discussions,composition and research.

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College Prep: No 0.500EN46Principles of English III

-Grades:Course Description Change beginning with the 15-16 school year.*EN 46 Principles of English IIIDifficulty: Average 1 Sem. — 1⁄2 English CreditPrerequisites: EN 34 or EN 48This is a course that requires students to produce argumentativewriting, informative/explanatory writing, and narrative writing. Anemphasis is placed on production and distribution of writing andresearch to build and present information. This course also focuses onreading literature and informational text, speaking and listening,conventions of Standard English, and vocabulary skills.

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College Prep: No 0.500EN491Senior English

-Grades:First Semester of:*EN 49 Senior EnglishDifficulty: Average 2 Sem. — 1 English CreditPrerequisites: EN 34 or EN 48Senior English is a year-long course that integrates writing for avariety of purposes and audiences with literature study. Writingincludes a focus on "real world" skills, including expository,communication, research and analysis modes. Universal themes inliterature are explored in a variety of fiction, non-fiction, poetry anddrama selections. Readings from a broad variety of authors (westerncivilization, world and English literature, multicultural literature,mythology, science fiction and fantasy literature) is surveyed.

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College Prep: No 0.500EN492Senior English

-Grades:Second Semester of:*EN 49 Senior EnglishDifficulty: Average 2 Sem. — 1 English CreditPrerequisites: EN 34 or EN 48Senior English is a year-long course that integrates writing for avariety of purposes and audiences with literature study. Writingincludes a focus on "real world" skills, including expository,communication, research and analysis modes. Universal themes inliterature are explored in a variety of fiction, non-fiction, poetry anddrama selections. Readings from a broad variety of authors (westerncivilization, world and English literature, multicultural literature,mythology, science fiction and fantasy literature) is surveyed.

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College Prep: No 0.500EN471Sophomore English

-Grades:First Semester of:*EN 47 Sophomore EnglishDifficulty: Average 2 Sem. — 1 English CreditThis course integrates the principles of survey literature andcomposition.Course content combines the study and skill of effectivewriting for a variety of purposes. Writing exercises emphasize thewriting process, research, critical and creative thinking, languageskills; and are based on literary models. Literature study introducesliterary terminology, critical and analytical reading, and appreciationof literature.

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College Prep: No 0.500EN472Sophomore English

-Grades:Second Semester of:*EN 47 Sophomore EnglishDifficulty: Average 2 Sem. — 1 English CreditThis course integrates the principles of survey literature andcomposition.Course content combines the study and skill of effectivewriting for a variety of purposes. Writing exercises emphasize thewriting process, research, critical and creative thinking, languageskills; and are based on literary models. Literature study introducesliterary terminology, critical and analytical reading, and appreciationof literature.

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College Prep: No 0.500EN381Sophomore Essentials of Reading and Writing

-Grades:First Semester of:EN 38 Sophomore Essentials of Reading and WritingDifficulty: Low 2 Sem. — 1 English CreditThis course reinforces basic skills in reading and writing whileteaching the essential skills of Sophomore English at a slower,more individualized pace.

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College Prep: No 0.500EN382Sophomore Essentials of Reading and Writing

-Grades:Second Semester of:EN 38 Sophomore Essentials of Reading and WritingDifficulty: Low 2 Sem. — 1 English CreditThis course reinforces basic skills in reading and writing whileteaching the essential skills of Sophomore English at a slower,more individualized pace.

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College Prep: No 3.000EVITAMAttending AM Classes on EVIT Campus

-Grades:AM Classses on EVIT Campus1601 W Main StreetMesa AZ 85201(480)461-4108

Monday - Friday 8:05 to 10:35 a.m.

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College Prep: No 3.000EVITPMAttending PM Classes on EVIT Campus

-Grades:PM Classses on EVIT Campus1601 W Main StreetMesa AZ 85201(480)461-4108

Monday - Friday 12:05 to 2:35 p.m.

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College Prep: No 0.500MA271Algebra I

-Grades:First Semester of:*MA 27 Algebra IDifficulty: Average 2 Sem. — 1 Math CreditMathematical practices and modeling with mathematics areembedded into standards for algebra to include the study of numberand quantity, functions, reasoning with equations and inequalities,and interpreting categorical and quantitative data.Instructional time and learning focuses on five critical areas: (1)relationships between quantities and reasoning with equations;(2) linear and exponential relationships; (3) descriptive statistics;(4) expressions and equations: and (5) quadratic functions andmodeling.

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College Prep: No 0.500MA272Algebra I

-Grades:Second Semester of:*MA 27 Algebra IDifficulty: Average 2 Sem. — 1 Math CreditMathematical practices and modeling with mathematics areembedded into standards for algebra to include the study of numberand quantity, functions, reasoning with equations and inequalities,and interpreting categorical and quantitative data.Instructional time and learning focuses on five critical areas: (1)relationships between quantities and reasoning with equations;(2) linear and exponential relationships; (3) descriptive statistics;(4) expressions and equations: and (5) quadratic functions andmodeling.

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College Prep: No 0.500MA401Algebra II

-Grades:First Semester of:*MA 40 Algebra IIDifficulty: High 2 Sem. — 1 Math CreditPrerequisites: MA 27 and MA 30This course expands on standards from algebra and geometry.Algebra 2 embeds mathematical practices and modeling withmathematics into standards to include the study of rational exponents,quantitative reasoning, the complex number system, andreasoning with equations and inequalities. Instructional time andlearning focuses on four critical areas: (1) polynomials, rationaland radical relationships; (2) trigonometric functions; (3) modelingwith functions; and (4) connecting algebra and geometry throughinferences and conclusions from data.

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College Prep: No 0.500MA402Algebra II

-Grades:Second Semester of:*MA 40 Algebra IIDifficulty: High 2 Sem. — 1 Math CreditPrerequisites: MA 27 and MA 30This course expands on standards from algebra and geometry.Algebra 2 embeds mathematical practices and modeling withmathematics into standards to include the study of rational exponents,quantitative reasoning, the complex number system, andreasoning with equations and inequalities. Instructional time andlearning focuses on four critical areas: (1) polynomials, rationaland radical relationships; (2) trigonometric functions; (3) modelingwith functions; and (4) connecting algebra and geometry throughinferences and conclusions from data.

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College Prep: No 0.500MA601Algebra Skill Builder

-Grades:First Semester of:MA 60 Algebra Skill BuilderDifficulty: Average 2 Sem. — 1 Elective CreditAn algebra elective class designed to reinforce prerequisite skillsfor algebra and support students in the area of Algebra I content.This course is taught as a companion course with MA 27 whenneeded. This course does not count as a required math credittoward graduation. Successful completion of the course will providestudents with elective credit.

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College Prep: No 0.500MA602Algebra Skill Builder

-Grades:Second Semester of:MA 60 Algebra Skill BuilderDifficulty: Average 2 Sem. — 1 Elective CreditAn algebra elective class designed to reinforce prerequisite skillsfor algebra and support students in the area of Algebra I content.This course is taught as a companion course with MA 27 whenneeded. This course does not count as a required math credittoward graduation. Successful completion of the course will providestudents with elective credit.

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College Prep: No 0.500MA50WAP Calculus AB

-Grades:*MA 50 AP Calculus ABDifficulty: High 2 Sem. — 1 Math CreditPrerequisites: MA 45 or teacher recommendationParallels the typical first semester of college calculus and includesa review and extension of analytical geometry, a study of functions,limits, continuity, differential calculus, transcendental functions,and techniques of integration. Both theory & applicationare emphasized. Students will use analytical, numerical, graphical,and verbal approaches to solving problems. Students will takean AP exam in May. See your school counselor if you have a financialhardship. NOTE: This is a weighted course.

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College Prep: No 0.500MA51WAP Calculus BC

-Grades:*MA 51 AP Calculus BCDifficulty: High 2 Sem. — 1 Math CreditPrerequisites: MA 50, teacher recommendationIntended for students who have a thorough knowledge of analyticgeometry and elementary functions in addition to collegepreparatory algebra, geometry and trigonometry. Students willtake an AP exam in May. See your school counselor if you have afinancial hardship. NOTE: This is a weighted course.

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College Prep: No 0.500MA52WAP Statistics

-Grades:*MA 52 AP StatisticsDifficulty High 2 Sem. — 1 Math CreditGrades: 11th-12thPrerequisite: MA 40 or MA 41Students are introduced to the major concepts and tools for collecting,analyzing, and drawing conclusions from data. Studentsare exposed to four broad conceptual themes: 1. Exploring Data:Describing patterns and departures from patterns, 2. Samplingand Experimentation: Planning and conducting a study, 3. AnticipatingPatterns: Exploring random phenomena using probabilityand simulation, and 4. Statistical Inference: Estimating populationparameters and testing hypotheses. Students will take an AP examin May. See your school counselor if you have a financial hardship.NOTE: This is a weighted course.

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College Prep: No 0.500MA421College Algebra

-Grades:Course Title Changed beginning with 15-16 school year to CollegeAlgebraFirst Semester of:

Old Course Info:*MA 42 Trigonometry/College MathDifficulty: High 2 Sem. — 1 Math CreditPrerequisites: MA 40An accelerated course preparing students for enrollment in precalculus.Algebra II and trigonometry are studied in-depth. Applicationof mathematics to the physical world is stressed.

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College Prep: No 0.500MA422College Algebra

-Grades:Course Title Changed beginning with the 15-16 school year to CollegeAlgebraSecond Semester of:

Old Course Info:*MA 42 Trigonometry/College MathDifficulty: High 2 Sem. — 1 Math CreditPrerequisites: MA 40An accelerated course preparing students for enrollment in precalculus.Algebra II and trigonometry are studied in-depth. Applicationof mathematics to the physical world is stressed.

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College Prep: No 0.500MA301Geometry

-Grades:First Semester of:*MA 30 GeometryDifficulty: Average 2 Sem. — 1 Math CreditPrerequisites: Completion of MA 27Mathematical practices and modeling with mathematics areembedded into standards for geometry to include the study ofcongruence, similarity, right triangles, and trigonometry, circles,expressing geometric properties with equations, and geometricmeasurement and dimension. Instructional time and learningfocuses on six critical areas: (1) congruence, proof, and constructions;(2) similarity, proof and trigonometry; (3) extending to threedimensions; (4) connecting algebra and geometry through coordinates;(5) circles with and without coordinates; and (6) applicationsof probability.

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College Prep: No 0.500MA302Geometry

-Grades:Second Semester of:*MA 30 GeometryDifficulty: Average 2 Sem. — 1 Math CreditPrerequisites: Completion of MA 27Mathematical practices and modeling with mathematics areembedded into standards for geometry to include the study ofcongruence, similarity, right triangles, and trigonometry, circles,expressing geometric properties with equations, and geometricmeasurement and dimension. Instructional time and learningfocuses on six critical areas: (1) congruence, proof, and constructions;(2) similarity, proof and trigonometry; (3) extending to threedimensions; (4) connecting algebra and geometry through coordinates;(5) circles with and without coordinates; and (6) applicationsof probability.

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College Prep: No 0.500MA41WHonors Algebra II

-Grades:*MA 41 Honors Algebra IIDifficulty: High 2 Sem. — 1 Math CreditPrerequisites: MA 27 & MA 30 A placement test may be required.A fast paced course that expands on standards from algebra andgeometry. Honors Algebra II embeds mathematical practices,applications and modeling with mathematics into standards toinclude the study of rational exponents, quantitative reasoning,the complex number system, and reasoning with equations andinequalities. Instructional time and learning focuses on four criticalareas: (1) polynomials, rational and radical relationships; (2)trigonometric functions; (3) modeling with functions; and (4) connectingalgebra and geometry through inferences and conclusionsfrom data. NOTE: This is a weighted course.

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College Prep: No 0.500MA32WHonors Geometry

-Grades:*MA 32 Honors GeometryDifficulty: High 2 Sem. — 1 Math CreditPrerequisite: MA 27 and teacher recommendationMathematical practices and modeling with mathematics areembedded into standards for honors geometry to include thestudy of congruence, similarity, right triangles, and trigonometry,circles, expressing geometric properties with equations, and geometricmeasurement and dimension. Instructional time and learningfocuses on six critical areas: (1) congruence, proof, andconstructions; (2) similarity, proof and trigonometry; (3) extendingto three dimensions; (4) connecting algebra and geometry throughcoordinates; (5) circles with and without coordinates; and (6)applications of probability. In addition, the curriculum includes rigorousproofs, algebraic representations of geometric concepts,transformational geometry and coordinate geometry.

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College Prep: No 0.500MA98WIB Higher Mathematics Level II

Grades:*MA 98 IB Higher Mathematics Level IIDifficulty: High 2 Sem. — 1 Math CreditGrade: 12thPrerequisites: MA 96 IB Mathematics Higher Level IThis is the second year of the IB Mathematics Higher Levelsequence for students with a strong math background to preparethem for future studies in science, mathematics, trigonometry, vectors,statistics, differential and integral calculus, series, differentialequations, and proof. The use of a graphing calculator is required.IB requires an internal assessment of student projects and two writtenexaminations to complete the course work. This course is partof the IB Diploma Programme. NOTE: This is a weighted course.

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College Prep: No 0.500MA931IB Math Studies I

-Grades:First Semester of:*MA 93 & 94 IB Math Studies Standard Level I & IIDifficulty: High 4 Sem. — 2 Math CreditsGrade: 11 & 12Prerequisites: MA 27 & MA 30Designed for the student whose main interests lie outside the field ofmathematics. Topics covered include algebra, probability, statisticsand geometry. These courses are part of the IB Diploma Programme.

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College Prep: No 0.500MA932IB Math Studies I

-Grades:Second Semester of:*MA 93 & 94 IB Math Studies Standard Level I & IIDifficulty: High 4 Sem. — 2 Math CreditsGrade: 11 & 12Prerequisites: MA 27 & MA 30Designed for the student whose main interests lie outside the field ofmathematics. Topics covered include algebra, probability, statisticsand geometry. These courses are part of the IB Diploma Programme.

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College Prep: No 0.500MA941IB Math Studies II

-Grades:First Semester of:*MA 93 & 94 IB Math Studies Standard Level I & IIDifficulty: High 4 Sem. — 2 Math CreditsGrade: 11 & 12Prerequisites: MA 27 & MA 30Designed for the student whose main interests lie outside the field ofmathematics. Topics covered include algebra, probability, statisticsand geometry. These courses are part of the IB Diploma Programme.

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College Prep: No 0.500MA942IB Math Studies II

-Grades:Second Semester of:*MA 93 & 94 IB Math Studies Standard Level I & IIDifficulty: High 4 Sem. — 2 Math CreditsGrade: 11 & 12Prerequisites: MA 27 & MA 30Designed for the student whose main interests lie outside the field ofmathematics. Topics covered include algebra, probability, statisticsand geometry. These courses are part of the IB Diploma Programme.

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College Prep: No 0.500MA96WIB Mathematics Higher Level I

Grades:*MA 96 IB Mathematics Higher Level IDifficulty: HighGrade: 11 2 Sem. — 1 Math CreditPrerequisites: IB Coordinator ApprovalThis is the first year of the IB Mathematics Higher Level sequencefor students with a strong math background to prepare them forfuture studies in science, mathematics, economics, or businessadministration. The course work includes functions, vectors, probabilityand statistics, differential calculus, and an introduction toformal proofs. The use of a graphing calculator is required, IBrequires an internal assessment of student projects and two writtenexaminations to complete the course work. This course is partof the IB Diploma Programme. NOTE: This is a weighted course

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College Prep: No 0.500MA91WIB Mathematics Standard Level I

-Grades:*MA 91 & 92 IB Mathematics Standard Level I & IIDifficulty: High 4 Sem. — 2 Math CreditsGrade: 11 & 12Prerequisites: Grade of "C" or better in Algebra IIThis is a 2-year mathematics sequence for students with a strongmath background to prepare them for future studies in science,math, economics, or business administration. The courseworkincludes functions, trigonometry, vectors, matrices, probability &statistics and calculus topics. The use of a graphing calculator isrequired. IB requires a portfolio of student work and two writtenexaminations to complete the coursework. These courses are partof the IB Diploma Programme. NOTE: These are weighted courses.

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College Prep: No 0.500MA92WIB Mathematics Standard Level II

-Grades:*MA 91 & 92 IB Mathematics Standard Level I & IIDifficulty: High 4 Sem. — 2 Math CreditsGrade: 11 & 12Prerequisites: Grade of "C" or better in Algebra IIThis is a 2-year mathematics sequence for students with a strongmath background to prepare them for future studies in science,math, economics, or business administration. The courseworkincludes functions, trigonometry, vectors, matrices, probability &statistics and calculus topics. The use of a graphing calculator isrequired. IB requires a portfolio of student work and two writtenexaminations to complete the coursework. These courses are partof the IB Diploma Programme. NOTE: These are weighted courses.

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College Prep: No 0.500MA971Intermediate Algebra for College

-Grades:First Semester of:*MA 97 Intermediate Algebra for Community CollegeDifficulty: Average 2 Sem. — 1 Math CreditMay be taken for dual-enrollment credit through MCCPrerequisite: MA 30, MA 38, or MA 95This is a two-semester course that prepares a student for additionalmath courses at the community college. The curriculumincludes: quadratic, rational, radical, exponential, and logarithmicfunctions and equations; graphs of quadratic, exponential, andlogarithmic, functions; equations quadratic in form; operations onrational expressions, radical expressions, and complex numbers;rational exponents; and applications.

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College Prep: No 0.500MA972Intermediate Algebra for College

-Grades:Second Semester of:*MA 97 Intermediate Algebra for Community CollegeDifficulty: Average 2 Sem. — 1 Math CreditMay be taken for dual-enrollment credit through MCCPrerequisite: MA 30, MA 38, or MA 95This is a two-semester course that prepares a student for additionalmath courses at the community college. The curriculumincludes: quadratic, rational, radical, exponential, and logarithmicfunctions and equations; graphs of quadratic, exponential, andlogarithmic, functions; equations quadratic in form; operations onrational expressions, radical expressions, and complex numbers;rational exponents; and applications.

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College Prep: No 0.500MA951Introductory Algebra for Community College

-Grades:First Semester of:MA 95 Introductory Algebra for CommunityCollegeDifficulty: Average 2 Sem. — 1 Math CreditThis is a two-semester introductory algebra course that prepares astudent for entry into 100 level mathematics courses at the communitycollege. The course introduces and reviews the skills,strategies and vocabulary involved in algebraic problem solving.The curriculum includes data analysis, patterns, functions representedin multiple forms and linear and quadratic equations. Thiscourse is designed for students who are planning on attendingMCC and have a score on the ASSET test that places the studentinto MAT 092 at MCC. This course parallels MAT 092 at MCC.

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College Prep: No 0.500MA952Introductory Algebra for Community College

-Grades:Second Semester of:MA 95 Introductory Algebra for CommunityCollegeDifficulty: Average 2 Sem. — 1 Math CreditThis is a two-semester introductory algebra course that prepares astudent for entry into 100 level mathematics courses at the communitycollege. The course introduces and reviews the skills,strategies and vocabulary involved in algebraic problem solving.The curriculum includes data analysis, patterns, functions representedin multiple forms and linear and quadratic equations. Thiscourse is designed for students who are planning on attendingMCC and have a score on the ASSET test that places the studentinto MAT 092 at MCC. This course parallels MAT 092 at MCC.

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College Prep: No 0.500MA351Personal Finance

-Grades:First Semester of:MA 35 Personal FinanceDifficulty: Average 1-2 Sem. — ½ - 1 Math CreditPrerequisite: MA 27 and MA 30This course introduces students to the basics of financial literacyincluding such topics as creating personal financial goals, savingand investing, banking, using debit and credit cards, making majorpurchases, paying payroll and other taxes, and purchasing insurance.By emphasizing the importance of setting goals and creatinga financial plan, students learn to think before spending. Studentswill learn how credit scores can impact one's ability to secure aloan and, in some cases, determine whether they will be hired fora job. Students will also become familiar with some of the realitythat faces everyone when they get their first job, their first apartment,or just take on more personal financial responsibilities.

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College Prep: No 0.500MA352Personal Finance

-Grades:Second Semester of:MA 35 Personal FinanceDifficulty: Average 1-2 Sem. — ½ - 1 Math CreditPrerequisite: MA 27 and MA 30This course introduces students to the basics of financial literacyincluding such topics as creating personal financial goals, savingand investing, banking, using debit and credit cards, making majorpurchases, paying payroll and other taxes, and purchasing insurance.By emphasizing the importance of setting goals and creatinga financial plan, students learn to think before spending. Studentswill learn how credit scores can impact one's ability to secure aloan and, in some cases, determine whether they will be hired fora job. Students will also become familiar with some of the realitythat faces everyone when they get their first job, their first apartment,or just take on more personal financial responsibilities.

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College Prep: No 0.500MA45WPre-Calculus

-Grades:*MA 45 Pre-CalculusDifficulty: High 2 Sem. — 1 Math CreditPrerequisites: MA 40, MA 41 or MA 42An in depth study of algebraic, trigonometric, logarithmic, exponentialfunctions, related graphing applications and an introductionto limits. Students will use analytical, numerical, graphical,and verbal approaches to solving problems. NOTE: This is aweighted course.

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College Prep: No 0.500AD86WAcademic Decathlon Fine Arts Exploration

-Grades:AD 86 Academic Decathlon: Fine Arts Exploration in its Scientific &Historical ContextDifficulty: High 2 Sem. - 1 Fine Arts/Elective Cr.This course surveys a fine arts curriculum at an introductory collegelevel. It introduces the fundamentals of art composition, art history, andthe various techniques adapted to painting, sketching, photography,sculpture, mixed media and architecture. The curriculum also includesthe basics of music theory and fundamentals. This in-depth humanitieseducation provides students with the necessary vocabulary for a finearts historical analysis and encourages the student to understand thesignificance of a work of art within their original historical, economic,and scientific contexts. This course also prepares students forAcademic Decathlon competition.

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College Prep: No 0.500AI40Academic Intervention

-Grades:Academic Intervention High School 9-12

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College Prep: No 0.500AV091AVID

Grades:First Semester of:AV 09 AVID-9th gradeDifficulty: Average 2 Sem. — 1 Elective CreditAVID is a junior through senior high school college readiness systemdesigned to prepare self-determined students who havedemonstrated average achievement for college readiness. The programenrolls students in rigorous courses and provides them withintensive support to ensure their success. The major component isa daily AVID elective class that students must attend. During thisclass, students receive training in effective note taking, organizational,and goal-setting strategies. Extensive writing and readinginstruction is also provided. AVID students are academically capablestudents who would typically be the first in their families toattend college. Placement is done through an application process.

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College Prep: No 0.500AV092AVID

Grades:Second Semester of:AV 09 AVID-9th gradeDifficulty: Average 2 Sem. — 1 Elective CreditAVID is a junior through senior high school college readiness systemdesigned to prepare self-determined students who havedemonstrated average achievement for college readiness. The programenrolls students in rigorous courses and provides them withintensive support to ensure their success. The major component isa daily AVID elective class that students must attend. During thisclass, students receive training in effective note taking, organizational,and goal-setting strategies. Extensive writing and readinginstruction is also provided. AVID students are academically capablestudents who would typically be the first in their families toattend college. Placement is done through an application process.

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College Prep: No 0.500AV101AVID

Grades:First Semester of:AV 10 AVIDDifficulty: Average 2 Sem. — 1 Elective CreditAVID is a junior through senior high school college readiness systemdesigned to prepare self-determined students who havedemonstrated average achievement for college readiness. The programenrolls students in rigorous courses and provides them withintensive support to ensure their success. The major component isa daily AVID elective class that students must attend. During thisclass, students receive training in effective note taking, organizational,and goal-setting strategies. Extensive writing and readinginstruction is also provided. AVID students are academically capablestudents who would typically be the first in their families toattend college. Placement is done through an application process.

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College Prep: No 0.500AV102AVID

Grades:Second Semester of:AV 10 AVIDDifficulty: Average 2 Sem. — 1 Elective CreditAVID is a junior through senior high school college readiness systemdesigned to prepare self-determined students who havedemonstrated average achievement for college readiness. The programenrolls students in rigorous courses and provides them withintensive support to ensure their success. The major component isa daily AVID elective class that students must attend. During thisclass, students receive training in effective note taking, organizational,and goal-setting strategies. Extensive writing and readinginstruction is also provided. AVID students are academically capablestudents who would typically be the first in their families toattend college. Placement is done through an application process.

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College Prep: No 0.500AV111AVID

Grades:First Semester of:AV 11 AVIDDifficulty: Average 2 Sem. — 1 Elective CreditAVID is a junior through senior high school college readiness systemdesigned to prepare self-determined students who havedemonstrated average achievement for college readiness. The programenrolls students in rigorous courses and provides them withintensive support to ensure their success. The major component isa daily AVID elective class that students must attend. During thisclass, students receive training in effective note taking, organizational,and goal-setting strategies. Extensive writing and readinginstruction is also provided. AVID students are academically capablestudents who would typically be the first in their families toattend college. Placement is done through an application process.

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College Prep: No 0.500AV112AVID

Grades:Second Semester of:AV 11 AVIDDifficulty: Average 2 Sem. — 1 Elective CreditAVID is a junior through senior high school college readiness systemdesigned to prepare self-determined students who havedemonstrated average achievement for college readiness. The programenrolls students in rigorous courses and provides them withintensive support to ensure their success. The major component isa daily AVID elective class that students must attend. During thisclass, students receive training in effective note taking, organizational,and goal-setting strategies. Extensive writing and readinginstruction is also provided. AVID students are academically capablestudents who would typically be the first in their families toattend college. Placement is done through an application process.

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College Prep: No 0.500AV121AVID

Grades:First Semester of:AV 12 AVIDDifficulty: Average 2 Sem. — 1 Elective CreditAVID is a junior through senior high school college readiness systemdesigned to prepare self-determined students who havedemonstrated average achievement for college readiness. The programenrolls students in rigorous courses and provides them withintensive support to ensure their success. The major component isa daily AVID elective class that students must attend. During thisclass, students receive training in effective note taking, organizational,and goal-setting strategies. Extensive writing and readinginstruction is also provided. AVID students are academically capablestudents who would typically be the first in their families toattend college. Placement is done through an application process.

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College Prep: No 0.500AV122AVID

Grades:Second Semester of:AV 12 AVIDDifficulty: Average 2 Sem. — 1 Elective CreditAVID is a junior through senior high school college readiness systemdesigned to prepare self-determined students who havedemonstrated average achievement for college readiness. The programenrolls students in rigorous courses and provides them withintensive support to ensure their success. The major component isa daily AVID elective class that students must attend. During thisclass, students receive training in effective note taking, organizational,and goal-setting strategies. Extensive writing and readinginstruction is also provided. AVID students are academically capablestudents who would typically be the first in their families toattend college. Placement is done through an application process.

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College Prep: No 0.500WE90Career Exploration Program

-Grades:WE 90 Career Exploration ProgramDifficulty: Variable 9 weeks - 2 Sem.; 128 hrs. = 1/2 CreditPrerequisites: Parent/Guardian Consent 256 hrs. = 1 CreditThe Career Exploration Program is an opportunity for students toearn elective credit while working in a paid position. There are noregular classes to attend; however, Career Activity Assignmentbooklets are required to be completed in addition to working onthe job. Only one full credit may be earned without prior approvalof principal. The Career Resource Center at your school has allthe information and forms you need.

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College Prep: No 0.000SCH30DANCE

-Grades:Dance OCR Place Holder- Not Actual ClassOnly used for Online Course Request during Mass Scheduling

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College Prep: No 0.000SD10GradPoint Credit Recovery

-Grades:Sundown Lab taken during a standard school dayBeginning 14-15 Sundown Lab title changed to GradPoint CreditRecovery

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College Prep: No 0.000SD20GradPoint Credit Recovery

-Grades:Sundown Lab taken after normal school hoursBeginning 14-15 Sundown Lab title changed to GradPoint CreditRecovery

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College Prep: No 0.500ST20Leadership

-Grades:ST 20 LeadershipDifficulty: Average 1 Sem. — 1⁄2 Elective CreditPrerequisites: Teacher recommendationThis course is designed to teach students leadership skills thatapply to work, community, family, and school settings. Studentswill learn a 5-stage mediation process and use their skills to helpother students resolve conflicts. Effective communication behaviorssuch as active listening, consensus building, questioning,effective complaining, and "I" messages will be learned and practiced.Students will demonstrate leadership by becoming involvedin campus and community service projects. Other topics to beexplored include ethics, unity/diversity, confidence building, decision-making, teamwork, public speaking, personal development,and qualities of good leaders.

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College Prep: No 0.000MDLPMesa Distance Learning Program

-Grades:MPS Distance Learning courses allow students to learn via the Internet.The courses require concurrent enrollment and prior approval from thehome school. Credits from MPS correspondence and/or MPS distancelearning courses may be accepted toward graduation requirements.Students must contact the administration at their secondary school forapproval related to MPS district correspondence and/or distancelearning courses.

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College Prep: No 0.000SCH12ORCHESTRA

-Grades:Orchestra OCR Place Holder- Not actual classOnly used during Online Course Request during Mass Scheduling

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College Prep: No 0.000NC911Released Time/Parent Request 1st Period

-Grades:First semester

Released Time/Parent Request

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College Prep: No 0.000NC912Released Time/Parent Request 1st Period

-Grades:Second semester

Released Time/Parent Request

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College Prep: No 0.000NC921Released Time/Parent Request 2nd Period

-Grades:First semester

Released Time/Parent Request

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College Prep: No 0.000NC922Released Time/Parent Request 2nd Period

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Released Time/Parent Request

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College Prep: No 0.000NC931Released Time/Parent Request 3rd Period

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Released Time/Parent Request

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College Prep: No 0.000NC932Released Time/Parent Request 3rd Period

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Released Time/Parent Request

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College Prep: No 0.000NC941Released Time/Parent Request 4th Period

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Released Time/Parent Request

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College Prep: No 0.000NC942Released Time/Parent Request 4th Period

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Released Time/Parent Request

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College Prep: No 0.000NC951Released Time/Parent Request 5th Period

-Grades:First semester

Released Time/Parent Request

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College Prep: No 0.000NC952Released Time/Parent Request 5th Period

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Released Time/Parent Request

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College Prep: No 0.000NC961Released Time/Parent Request 6th Period

-Grades:First semester

Released Time/Parent Request

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College Prep: No 0.000NC962Released Time/Parent Request 6th Period

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Released Time/Parent Request

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College Prep: No 0.000NC901Released Time/Parent Request A Hr

-Grades:First semester

NC 9O RELEASED TIME/PARENT REQUEST

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College Prep: No 0.000NC902Released Time/Parent Request A Hr

-Grades:Second semester

NC 9O RELEASED TIME/PARENT REQUEST

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College Prep: No 0.000NC40Released Time-Personal

-Grades:NC 40 RELEASED TIME-PERSONAL(for religious purposes A.R.S. 15-806)

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College Prep: No 1.000SA92Student Council

-Grades:SA 92 Student Council1 Yr. — 1 Elective CreditDesigned for only students elected to the Student Council.

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College Prep: No 0.500ST92Student Council

-Grades:Designed for students elected to Student Council.

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College Prep: No 0.000NC50Study Hall

-Grades:NC 50 STUDY HALL

No credit

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College Prep: No 0.500PA931Theater Design and Management I

-Grades:1st Semester of:PA 93 Theater Design and Management IDifficulty: Average 2 Sem. — 1 Practical Arts/Elective CreditStudents will develop knowledge and skills in the areas of setdesign, lighting design, sound design, audio engineering, makeupdesign, scene painting, property management, productionmanagement, costume design, and technical direction. Coursemembers are required to demonstrate and polish their skills asparticipants in the after school Performing Arts productions.

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College Prep: No 0.500PA932Theater Design and Management I

-Grades:2nd Semester of:PA 93 Theater Design and Management IDifficulty: Average 2 Sem. — 1 Practical Arts/Elective CreditStudents will develop knowledge and skills in the areas of setdesign, lighting design, sound design, audio engineering, makeupdesign, scene painting, property management, productionmanagement, costume design, and technical direction. Coursemembers are required to demonstrate and polish their skills asparticipants in the after school Performing Arts productions.

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College Prep: No 0.500PA941Theater Design and Management II

-Grades:1st Semester of:PA 94 Theater Design and Management IIDifficulty: Average 2 Sem. — 1 Practical Arts/Elective CreditPrerequisite: PA 93This course provides students the opportunity to continue masteringthe techniques begun in Theater Design and Management I.Course members are required to demonstrate and polish their skillsas participants in the after school Performing Arts productions.

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College Prep: No 0.500PA942Theater Design and Management II

-Grades:2nd Semester of:PA 94 Theater Design and Management IIDifficulty: Average 2 Sem. — 1 Practical Arts/Elective CreditPrerequisite: PA 93This course provides students the opportunity to continue masteringthe techniques begun in Theater Design and Management I.Course members are required to demonstrate and polish their skillsas participants in the after school Performing Arts productions.

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College Prep: No 0.500RD70Tutor Program

-Grades:RD 70 Tutoring ProgramDifficulty: Average 1 Sem. - 1/2 Cr.Prerequisites: Good grade averageFor able students who are trained as tutors to help others developreading and study skills in other course areas. Emphasis is placedon the development of interpersonal relationship skills and methodsto improve the self-concept of students being tutored.

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College Prep: No 0.500PA921Advanced Acting

-Grades:First Semester of:PA 92 Advanced ActingDifficulty: Average-High 1 or 2 Sem. — 1⁄2 or 1 Fine Arts CreditPrerequisites: Teacher recommendation/auditionFor advanced acting students who are interested in learning thetechniques of auditioning and analyzing characters in depth.Through improvisations and acting scenes, each student will learnhow to create the role desired in a production. In addition, muchtime will be spent on what constitutes complete characterization.Rehearsals and performances after school hours may be required.

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College Prep: No 0.500PA922Advanced Acting

-Grades:Second Semester of:PA 92 Advanced ActingDifficulty: Average-High 1 or 2 Sem. — 1⁄2 or 1 Fine Arts CreditPrerequisites: Teacher recommendation/auditionFor advanced acting students who are interested in learning thetechniques of auditioning and analyzing characters in depth.Through improvisations and acting scenes, each student will learnhow to create the role desired in a production. In addition, muchtime will be spent on what constitutes complete characterization.Rehearsals and performances after school hours may be required.

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College Prep: No 0.500MU31Advanced Guitar

-Grades:MU 31 Advanced GuitarDifficulty: Average-High 1 Sem. — 1⁄2 Fine Arts/Elective CreditPrerequisites: MU30 or audition. Must have access to classicalor acoustic guitar.MU 31 is a continuation of MU 30. Emphasis is on advanced notereading and rhythms, use of upper positions and solo playing.Individual and group studies are included. Public performance is apossibility. Placement is by teacher recommendation/audition.

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College Prep: No 0.500MU761Advanced Mixed Chamber Ensemble

-Grades:First Semester of:MU 76 Advanced Mixed Chamber EnsembleDifficulty: High 2 Sem. — 1 Fine Arts/Elective CreditPrerequisites: Teacher recommendation/auditionMU 76 is an advanced chamber ensemble for qualified men andwomen. Students will cultivate their music reading/notation/listeningskills, explore music history and appropriate vocal techniquesthrough the performance of various genres of choral music. Singerswill participate in 5-8 performances per year, including formal andinvitational events. Special concert attire may be worn. Placement isby teacher recommendation/audition. NOTE: Course fee required.

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College Prep: No 0.500MU762Advanced Mixed Chamber Ensemble

-Grades:Second Semester of:MU 76 Advanced Mixed Chamber EnsembleDifficulty: High 2 Sem. — 1 Fine Arts/Elective CreditPrerequisites: Teacher recommendation/auditionMU 76 is an advanced chamber ensemble for qualified men andwomen. Students will cultivate their music reading/notation/listeningskills, explore music history and appropriate vocal techniquesthrough the performance of various genres of choral music. Singerswill participate in 5-8 performances per year, including formal andinvitational events. Special concert attire may be worn. Placement isby teacher recommendation/audition. NOTE: Course fee required.

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College Prep: No 0.500MU751Advanced Mixed Chorus

-Grades:First Semester of:MU 75 Advanced Mixed ChorusDifficulty: High 2 Sem. — 1 Fine Arts/Elective CreditPrerequisites: Teacher recommendation/auditionMU 75 is an advanced choir for qualified men and women. Studentswill cultivate their music reading/notation/listening skills,explore music history and appropriate vocal techniques throughthe performance of various genres of choral music. Students willparticipate in 5-8 performances per year. Special concert attiremay be worn. Placement is by teacher recommendation/audition.NOTE: Course fee required.

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College Prep: No 0.500MU752Advanced Mixed Chorus

-Grades:Second Semester of:MU 75 Advanced Mixed ChorusDifficulty: High 2 Sem. — 1 Fine Arts/Elective CreditPrerequisites: Teacher recommendation/auditionMU 75 is an advanced choir for qualified men and women. Studentswill cultivate their music reading/notation/listening skills,explore music history and appropriate vocal techniques throughthe performance of various genres of choral music. Students willparticipate in 5-8 performances per year. Special concert attiremay be worn. Placement is by teacher recommendation/audition.NOTE: Course fee required.

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College Prep: No 0.500MU731Advanced Women's Chorus

-Grades:First Semester of:MU 73 Advanced Women's ChorusDifficulty: Average-High 2 Sem. — 1 Fine Arts/Elective CreditPrerequisites: Teacher recommendation/auditionMU 73 is a choir for qualified women with advanced singing abilities.Students will further their music reading/notation/listeningskills, explore music history and appropriate vocal techniquethrough the performance of various genres of choral music.Singers will participate in 5-8 performances per year. Special concertattire may be worn. Placement is by teacher recommendation/audition. NOTE: Course fee required.

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College Prep: No 0.500MU732Advanced Women's Chorus

-Grades:Second Semester of:MU 73 Advanced Women's ChorusDifficulty: Average-High 2 Sem. — 1 Fine Arts/Elective CreditPrerequisites: Teacher recommendation/auditionMU 73 is a choir for qualified women with advanced singing abilities.Students will further their music reading/notation/listeningskills, explore music history and appropriate vocal techniquethrough the performance of various genres of choral music.Singers will participate in 5-8 performances per year. Special concertattire may be worn. Placement is by teacher recommendation/audition. NOTE: Course fee required.

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College Prep: No 0.000SCH10BAND

-Grades:Band OCR Place Holder- Not an actual course.Only used during Online Course Request for Mass Scheduling

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College Prep: No 0.500MU821Band/Percussion

-Grades:First Semester of:MU 82 Band/PercussionDifficulty: Average-High1 or 2 Sem. — 1⁄2 or 1 Fine Arts/Elective CreditPrerequisites: Teacher recommendation/auditionMU 82 is a performance-oriented class which covers the fundamentalsof percussion performance from reading rhythms andnotes, to the various techniques involved in playing timpani, bassdrum, snare drum and keyboard instruments. Students in this classwill perform the percussion parts needed for Marching Band, ConcertBand and Orchestra. These performances may be at timesother than during the school day. Special concert attire may beworn. Placement is by teacher recommendation/audition. NOTE:Course fee required.

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College Prep: No 0.500MU822Band/Percussion

-Grades:Second Semester of:MU 82 Band/PercussionDifficulty: Average-High1 or 2 Sem. — 1⁄2 or 1 Fine Arts/Elective CreditPrerequisites: Teacher recommendation/auditionMU 82 is a performance-oriented class which covers the fundamentalsof percussion performance from reading rhythms andnotes, to the various techniques involved in playing timpani, bassdrum, snare drum and keyboard instruments. Students in this classwill perform the percussion parts needed for Marching Band, ConcertBand and Orchestra. These performances may be at timesother than during the school day. Special concert attire may beworn. Placement is by teacher recommendation/audition. NOTE:Course fee required.

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College Prep: No 0.500MU29Beginning Guitar

-Grades:MU 29 Beginning GuitarDifficulty: Beginning 1 Sem. — 1⁄2 Fine Arts/Elective CreditPrerequisites: Must have access to classical or acoustic guitarMU 29 introduces the student to the guitar and playing techniquesfor the instrument. The course, designed for beginners, includesnote reading, rhythms and basic guitar skills. Both individual andgroup studies are included. Public performance is a possibility.

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College Prep: No 0.500MU941Chamber Orchestra

-Grades:First Semester of:MU 94 Chamber OrchestraDifficulty: Average-High1 or 2 Sem. — 1⁄2 or 1 Fine Arts/Elective CreditPrerequisites: Teacher recommendation/auditionMU 94 is a string orchestra, limited by instrumentation and sizetypical of a chamber orchestra, which provides the advancedstudent an opportunity to perform standard string repertoire.Emphasis is on developing musicianship and advanced technique/skills. Special concert attire may be worn. Placement is byteacher recommendation/audition. NOTE: Course fee required.

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College Prep: No 0.500MU942Chamber Orchestra

-Grades:Second Semester of:MU 94 Chamber OrchestraDifficulty: Average-High1 or 2 Sem. — 1⁄2 or 1 Fine Arts/Elective CreditPrerequisites: Teacher recommendation/auditionMU 94 is a string orchestra, limited by instrumentation and sizetypical of a chamber orchestra, which provides the advancedstudent an opportunity to perform standard string repertoire.Emphasis is on developing musicianship and advanced technique/skills. Special concert attire may be worn. Placement is byteacher recommendation/audition. NOTE: Course fee required.

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College Prep: No 0.000SCH11CHORUS

-Grades:Chorus OCR Place Holder- Not an actual courseOnly used during Online Course Request for Mass Scheduling

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College Prep: No 0.500MU801Concert Band

-Grades:First Semester of:MU 80 Concert BandDifficulty: Average 1 or 2 Sem. — 1⁄2 or 1 Fine Arts/Elective CreditPrerequisites: Teacher recommendation/auditionConcert Band provides opportunities for the average band studentto play in a performing organization. Emphasis is placed onimproving individual reading and performance skills. This ensemblewill prepare and perform concerts each semester, some of whichmay be other than during school hours. Special concert attire maybe worn. Placement is by teacher recommendation/audition.NOTE: Course fee required.

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College Prep: No 0.500MU802Concert Band

-Grades:Second Semester of:MU 80 Concert BandDifficulty: Average 1 or 2 Sem. — 1⁄2 or 1 Fine Arts/Elective CreditPrerequisites: Teacher recommendation/auditionConcert Band provides opportunities for the average band studentto play in a performing organization. Emphasis is placed onimproving individual reading and performance skills. This ensemblewill prepare and perform concerts each semester, some of whichmay be other than during school hours. Special concert attire maybe worn. Placement is by teacher recommendation/audition.NOTE: Course fee required.

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College Prep: No 0.500MU901Concert Orchestra

-Grades:First Semester of:MU 90 Concert OrchestraDifficulty: Average 2 Sem. — 1 Fine Arts/Elective CreditPrerequisites: Teacher recommendation/auditionMU 90 is an ensemble for the development of advanced stringtechniques. A variety of musical styles will be studied and performedthroughout the year. Special concert attire may be worn.Placement is by teacher recommendation/audition. NOTE: Coursefee required.

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College Prep: No 0.500MU902Concert Orchestra

-Grades:Second Semester of:MU 90 Concert OrchestraDifficulty: Average 2 Sem. — 1 Fine Arts/Elective CreditPrerequisites: Teacher recommendation/auditionMU 90 is an ensemble for the development of advanced stringtechniques. A variety of musical styles will be studied and performedthroughout the year. Special concert attire may be worn.Placement is by teacher recommendation/audition. NOTE: Coursefee required.

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College Prep: No 0.000SCH40DRAMA/THEATER

-Grades:Drama/Theater OCR Place Holder- Not Actual ClassOnly used with Online Course Request with Mass Scheduling

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College Prep: No 0.500MU851Honors Band

-Grades:First Semester of:MU 85 Honors BandDifficulty: High 2 Sem. — 1 Fine Arts/Elective CreditPrerequisites: Teacher recommendation/auditionHonors Band is an advanced performance ensemble for the seriousband student. Advanced instrumental techniques, including a widerange of musical styles and forms will be studied. This ensemblewill prepare and perform concerts each semester, some of whichmay be other than during school hours. Special concert attire maybe worn. Placement is by teacher recommendation/audition.NOTE: Course fee required.

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College Prep: No 0.500MU852Honors Band

-Grades:Second Semester of:MU 85 Honors BandDifficulty: High 2 Sem. — 1 Fine Arts/Elective CreditPrerequisites: Teacher recommendation/auditionHonors Band is an advanced performance ensemble for the seriousband student. Advanced instrumental techniques, including a widerange of musical styles and forms will be studied. This ensemblewill prepare and perform concerts each semester, some of whichmay be other than during school hours. Special concert attire maybe worn. Placement is by teacher recommendation/audition.NOTE: Course fee required.

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College Prep: Yes 0.500MU97WIB Music Standard Level

-Grades:MU 97 IB Music Perspectives Standard LevelDifficulty: High 2 Sem. — 1 Fine Arts CreditGrades 11-12This course explores the diversity of music throughout the worldthrough a survey of Western Music from the Middle Ages to thepresent. Studies of other musical genres include some non-Westernmusical traditions to prepare students to take the StandardLevel (SLS, SLG) International Baccalaureate Music Exam. Candidateshave two compulsory parts for Standard Level IB: SLS, SoloPerformance option or SLG, Group Performance option and MusicalPerception and Analysis (containing a study of an IB PrescribedWork, study of Musical Genres and Styles and a Musical Investigation).This is part of the IB Diploma Programme. NOTE: This isa weighted course.

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College Prep: No 0.500MU30Intermediate Guitar

-Grades:MU 30 Intermediate GuitarDifficulty: Average 1 Sem. — 1⁄2 Fine Arts/Elective CreditPrerequisites: MU29 or audition. Must have access to classicalor acoustic guitar.MU 30 is a continuation of MU 29. An entrance audition isrequired if MU 29 was not taken. Students will study moreadvanced chords, rhythms, note reading and harmony techniques.Both individual and group studies are included. Public performanceis a possibility. Placement is by teacher recommendation/audition.

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College Prep: No 1.000MU86Jazz Band

-Grades:MU 86 Jazz BandDifficulty: High 1 or 2 Sem. — 1⁄2 or 1 Fine Arts/Elective CreditPrerequisites: Teacher recommendation/auditionJazz Band is a performance-oriented class which provides opportunitiesfor the study of improvisation and music in jazz styles.This ensemble will prepare and perform concerts each semester,some of which may be other than during school hours. Specialconcert attire may be worn. Placement is by teacher recommendation/audition. NOTE: Course fee required.

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College Prep: No 0.250MU81Marching Band

-Grades:MU 81 Marching BandDifficulty: Average 1 Sem. — 1⁄4 Fine Arts/1⁄4 PE/Elective CreditPrerequisites: Member of band. Placement by teacherrecommendation/AuditionMarching Band is an ensemble which performs extensively at sportingevents, parades, concerts and evaluations. This course requires amajor time commitment outside of regular school hours. Uniforms orspecial concert attire may be worn. Placement is by teacherrecommendation/audition. NOTE: Course fee required. NOTE: Thiscourse may count in lieu of P. E. requirement.

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College Prep: No 0.500MU741Mixed Chorus

-Grades:First Semester of:MU 74 Mixed ChorusDifficulty: Beginning-Average 2 Sem. — 1 Fine Arts/Elective CreditPrerequisites: Teacher recommendation/auditionMU 74 is open to high school students who want to improve theirmusical skills, sight-reading techniques, vocal techniques and stagepresentation. Students will explore music history and vocal pedagogythrough the performance of various genres of choral music.Students will participate in performances outside the classroomsetting. Special concert attire may be worn. Placement is by teacherrecommendation/audition. NOTE: Course fee required.

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College Prep: No 0.500MU742Mixed Chorus

-Grades:Second Semester of:MU 74 Mixed ChorusDifficulty: Beginning-Average 2 Sem. — 1 Fine Arts/Elective CreditPrerequisites: Teacher recommendation/auditionMU 74 is open to high school students who want to improve theirmusical skills, sight-reading techniques, vocal techniques and stagepresentation. Students will explore music history and vocal pedagogythrough the performance of various genres of choral music.Students will participate in performances outside the classroomsetting. Special concert attire may be worn. Placement is by teacherrecommendation/audition. NOTE: Course fee required.

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College Prep: No 0.500MU95String Ensemble

-Grades:MU 95 String EnsembleDifficulty: Average 1 Sem. — 1⁄2 Fine Arts/Elective CreditPrerequisites: Teacher recommendation/auditionMU 95 provides students with opportunities for solo playing andsmall ensemble participation. A wide range of musical forms andstyles are studied throughout the year. Special concert attire maybe worn. Placement is by teacher recommendation/audition.NOTE: Course fee required.

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College Prep: No 0.500MU841Symphonic Band

-Grades:First Semester of:MU 84 Symphonic BandDifficulty: Average-High 2 Sem. — 1 Fine Arts/Elective CreditPrerequisites: Teacher recommendation/auditionSymphonic Band provides opportunities for the skilled band studentto play a wide range of musical forms and styles. Emphasis isplaced on improving individual reading and performance skills.This ensemble will prepare and perform concerts each semester,some of which may be other than during school hours. Specialconcert attire may be worn. Placement is by teacher recommendation/audition. NOTE: Course fee required.

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College Prep: No 0.500MU842Symphonic Band

-Grades:Second Semester of:MU 84 Symphonic BandDifficulty: Average-High 2 Sem. — 1 Fine Arts/Elective CreditPrerequisites: Teacher recommendation/auditionSymphonic Band provides opportunities for the skilled band studentto play a wide range of musical forms and styles. Emphasis isplaced on improving individual reading and performance skills.This ensemble will prepare and perform concerts each semester,some of which may be other than during school hours. Specialconcert attire may be worn. Placement is by teacher recommendation/audition. NOTE: Course fee required.

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College Prep: No 0.500MU921Symphony Orchestra

-Grades:First Semester of:MU 92 Symphony OrchestraDifficulty: Average-High 2 Sem. — 1 Fine Arts/Elective CreditPrerequisites: Teacher recommendation/auditionMU 92 provides an opportunity for the highly skilled string orchestrastudent to perform with an advanced musical organization. Awide range of musical forms and styles are played throughout theyear. Special concert attire may be worn. Placement is by teacherrecommendation/audition. NOTE: Course fee required.

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College Prep: No 0.500MU922Symphony Orchestra

-Grades:Second Semester of:MU 92 Symphony OrchestraDifficulty: Average-High 2 Sem. — 1 Fine Arts/Elective CreditPrerequisites: Teacher recommendation/auditionMU 92 provides an opportunity for the highly skilled string orchestrastudent to perform with an advanced musical organization. Awide range of musical forms and styles are played throughout theyear. Special concert attire may be worn. Placement is by teacherrecommendation/audition. NOTE: Course fee required.

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College Prep: No 0.500PA90Theatrical Arts I

-Grades:PA 90 Theatrical Arts IDifficulty: Average 1 Sem. — 1⁄2 Fine Arts/Elective Credit(May be taken concurrently with Stagecraft.) Introductory courseto the theatre. Through pantomime, improvisation and shortscenes, students gain an understanding of how to create believablecharacters and expressive bodies in productions.

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College Prep: No 0.500PA91Theatrical Arts II

-Grades:PA 91 Theatrical Arts IIDifficulty: Average 1 Sem. — 1⁄2 Fine Arts CreditPrerequisites: PA 90Through the study of scenes from plays, students are trained in allaspects of theatrical presentation. Participants act, direct, design set,do make-up, design costumes and may present public performances.

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College Prep: No 0.500PE501AA Interscholastic Athletics (Sports)

-Grades:First Semester of:PE 50 AA Interscholastic Athletics (Sports)Difficulty: Average-High 1 or 2 Sem. — 1⁄2 or 1 PE/Elective CreditPrerequisites: Approval of Head CoachAn interscholastic sports program available for those students witha higher skill level and a greater desire for competitive activity.

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College Prep: No 0.500PE502AA Interscholastic Athletics (Sports)

-Grades:Second Semester of:PE 50 AA Interscholastic Athletics (Sports)Difficulty: Average-High 1 or 2 Sem. — 1⁄2 or 1 PE/Elective CreditPrerequisites: Approval of Head CoachAn interscholastic sports program available for those students witha higher skill level and a greater desire for competitive activity.

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College Prep: No 0.500PE72Advanced Dance

-Grades:PE 72 Advanced DanceDifficulty: Advanced1 or 2 Sem. — 1⁄2 or 1 PE/Fine Arts/Elective CreditPrerequisites: PE 70 or 71 recommended/auditionTThis dance course develops more sophisticated dance techniquesstyles of jazz, contemporary, lyrical, ballet, and some schools mayinclude hip hop. Included is an emphasis on proper alignment,stretching to increase flexibility, core strength, basic anatomy,vocabulary, choreography and dance history. Students will learndance production and have an opportunity to participate in a danceperformance. Advanced dance student can audition to perform inadditional dance pieces. Dance compositions may be required.

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College Prep: No 0.000SCH50BADMINTON

-Grades:Badminton OCR Place Holder- Not actual Course IDOnly used for Online Course Request during Mass Scheduling

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College Prep: No 0.000SCH51BASEBALL

-Grades:Baseball OCR Place Holder- Not actual Course IDOnly used for Online Course Request during Mass Scheduling

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College Prep: No 0.500PE70Beginning Dance

-Grades:PE 70 Beginning DanceDifficulty: Average 1 Sem. — 1⁄2 PE, Fine Arts or Elective CreditAn introduction to fundamental dance techniques styles of jazz,contemporary, lyrical, ballet, and some schools may include hip hop.Included is an emphasis on proper alignment, core strength, andstretching to increase flexibility. Dance production, basic anatomy,vocabulary and dance history are also introduced. Students willhave an opportunity to participate in a dance performance.

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College Prep: No 0.000SCH52BOYS BASKETBALL

-Grades:Boys Basketball OCR Place Holder- Not actual course IDOnly used during Online Course Request for Mass Scheduling

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College Prep: No 0.000SCH53BOYS GOLF

-Grades:Boys Golf OCR Place Holder- Not actual course IDOnly used during Online Course Request during Mass Scheduling

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College Prep: No 0.000SCH60BOYS SOCCER

-Grades:Soccer OCR Place Holder- Not actual Course IDOnly used for Online Course Request during Mass Scheduling

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College Prep: No 0.000SCH64BOYS TENNIS

-Grades:Tennis OCR Place Holder- Not actual Course IDOnly used for Online Course Request during Mass Scheduling

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College Prep: No 0.000SCH65BOYS TRACK

-Grades:Track OCR Place Holder- Not actual course IDOnly for Online Course Request during Mass Scheduling

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College Prep: No 0.000SCH54BOYS VOLLEYBALL

-Grades:Boys Volleyball OCR Place Holder- Not Actual Course IDOnly used during Online Course Request during Mass Scheduling

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College Prep: No 0.500PE53Complete Fitness/Aerobics

-Grades:PE 53 Complete Fitness/AerobicsDifficulty: Average 1 or 2 Sem. — 1⁄2 or 1 PE/Elective CreditAlternating days of aerobics activities and weight training.Aerobics is designed to strengthen the cardiovascular system, tonespecific areas of the body and train students in the knowledgeand skills of aerobics. The weight training section involves acombination of circuit training, body sculpting, lifting weights.

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College Prep: No 0.000SCH55CROSS COUNTRY

-Grades:Cross Country OCR Place Holder- Not actual Course IDOnly used for Online Course Request during Mass Scheduling

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College Prep: No 0.500PE75Dance Composition & Performance

-Grades:PE 75 Dance Composition and PerformanceDifficulty: Average-High1 or 2 Sem. — 1⁄2 or 1 PE/Fine Arts/Elective CreditPrerequisites: AuditionWill explore the more advanced dance techniques. More sophisticatedcomposition will be created and students will be required toperform in concerts as determined by the school.

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College Prep: No 0.000SCH56FOOTBALL

-Grades:Football OCR Place Holder- Not actual course IDOnly used for Online Course Request during Mass Scheduling

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College Prep: No 0.000SCH57GIRLS BASKETBALL

-Grades:Girls Basketball OCR Place Holder- Not actual course IDOnly used for Online Course Request during Mass Scheduling

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College Prep: No 0.000SCH58GIRLS GOLF

-Grades:Girls Golf OCR Place Holder- Not actual Course IDOnly used for Online Course Request during Mass Scheduling

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College Prep: No 0.000SCH67GIRLS SOCCER

-Grades:Girls Soccer- OCR Place Holder- Not Actual Course IDOnly used for Online Course Request during Mass Scheduling

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College Prep: No 0.000SCH68GIRLS TENNIS

-Grades:Girls Tennis- OCR Place HolderOnly used for Online Course Request during Mass Scheduling

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College Prep: No 0.000SCH69GIRLS TRACK

-Grades:Girls Track- OCR Place HolderOnly used for Online Course Request during Mass Scheduling

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College Prep: No 0.000SCH59GIRLS VOLLEYBALL

-Grades:Girls Volleyball OCR Place Holder- Not actual Course IDOnly used for Online Course Request during Mass Scheduling

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College Prep: No 0.500PE45IB Middle Years PE

-Grades:PE 45 IB Middle Years PEGrade: 9-10 1 Sem. — 1⁄2 PE/Elective CreditThis class is designed for students to become better informedabout health issues and develop a sense of responsibility for theirown well-being through participation in a wide variety of physicalactivities. The class will focus on three fundamental concepts;holistic learning, intercultural awareness, and communication. Studentswill learn to identify their learning styles and its relevance toreal-life experiences. Through a variety of multicultural activities,students will develop open-mindedness and greater culturalawareness. Throughout this class, emphasis will be placed ondeveloping the characteristics of respect, balance, honesty,courage, and insightfulness.

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College Prep: No 0.500PE71Intermediate Dance

-Grades:PE 71 Intermediate DanceDifficulty: Intermediate 1 Sem. — 1⁄2 PE/Fine Arts/Elective CreditPrerequisites: Teacher approval/auditionIncludes intermediate technique in ballet, modern and jazz.Choreography and dance production included. Dance compositions arerequired. Performance in a dance concert and/or production work isrecommended and may be required at some schools.

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College Prep: No 0.500PE47P.E. Activities

-Grades:PE 47 P.E. ActivitiesDifficulty: Average 1 or 2 Sem. — 1⁄2 or 1 PE/Elective CreditIncludes a wide variety of activities for various interest levels. Activitiesinclude: team sports, individual sports, aerobic activity whichare all designed to promote and increase lifetime physical fitness.

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College Prep: No 0.000SCH61SOFTBALL

-Grades:Softball OCR Place Holder- Not actual course IDOnly used for Online Course Request during Mass Scheduling

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College Prep: No 0.500PE76Weight Training

-Grades:PE 76 Weight TrainingDifficulty: Individualized 1 Sem. — 1⁄2 PE/Elective CreditWeight training and conditioning for the student or athlete desiringan intensified and structured weight training program with emphasison various exercises accentuating strength and flexibility. Approvedgeneral physical education activities may also be included.

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College Prep: No 0.000SCH66WRESTLING

-Grades:Wrestling OCR Place Holder- Not actual Course IDOnly use with Online Course Request during Mass Scheduling

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College Prep: No 0.500RD30Applied Reading I

-Grades:RD 30 Applied Reading IDifficulty: Low 1 or 2 Sem. — 1⁄2 or 1 Elective CreditPrerequisites: Has not passed the Reading portions of the 8th or10th grade AIMS tests.Students receive instruction in specific skill areas to becomeindependent, fluent and proficient readers. Skill areas addressedinclude vocabulary/word study, spelling, grammatical and textstructures, comprehension, active reading strategies and study skills.Students read from a variety of complex texts with an emphasis onnonfiction.

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College Prep: No 0.500RD31Applied Reading II

-Grades:RD 31 Applied Reading IIDifficulty: Low 1 or 2 Sem. — 1⁄2 or 1 Elective CreditPrerequisites: RD 30 or has not passed the Reading portions ofthe 8th or 10th grade AIMS tests.Students continue to receive instruction in specific skill areas tobecome more independent, fluent and proficient readers. Skillareas addressed include vocabulary/word study, spelling,grammatical and text structures, comprehension, active readingstrategies and study skills. Students read from a variety of complextexts with an emphasis on nonfiction. This course is designed forstudents who have not passed the state reading requirement forgraduation.

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College Prep: No 0.500RD511Reading and Linguistics I

-Grades:First Semester of:RD51 Reading and Linguistics I2 Sem. — 1 Elective CreditThis series of courses is designed to meet the language needs ofstudents. Instruction is provided in phonemic awareness, phonics,word recognition, spelling, vocabulary, morphology, grammar,reading comprehension, and writing. Assessment is required priorto placement in these classes. If these courses are taken in highschool, students will receive elective credit. In a highly structureenvironment, students will move from sound to text by focusingon simple and closed syllables consisting of short vowels and stableconsonants. Reading and spelling of high frequency words andunit vocabulary will aid in reading of and writing about text. Studentswill learn the importance of fluency, vocabulary, and summarizingin the development of reading comprehension.

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College Prep: No 0.500RD512Reading and Linguistics I

-Grades:Second Semester of:RD51 Reading and Linguistics I2 Sem. — 1 Elective CreditThis series of courses is designed to meet the language needs ofstudents. Instruction is provided in phonemic awareness, phonics,word recognition, spelling, vocabulary, morphology, grammar,reading comprehension, and writing. Assessment is required priorto placement in these classes. If these courses are taken in highschool, students will receive elective credit. In a highly structureenvironment, students will move from sound to text by focusingon simple and closed syllables consisting of short vowels and stableconsonants. Reading and spelling of high frequency words andunit vocabulary will aid in reading of and writing about text. Studentswill learn the importance of fluency, vocabulary, and summarizingin the development of reading comprehension.

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College Prep: No 0.500RD521Reading and Linguistics II

-Grades:First Semester of:RD52 Reading and Linguistics II2 Sem. — 1 Elective CreditThis series of courses is designed to meet the language needs ofstudents. Instruction is provided in phonemic awareness, phonics,word recognition, spelling, vocabulary, morphology, grammar,reading comprehension, and writing. Assessment is required priorto placement in these classes. If these courses are taken in highschool, students will receive elective credit. In a highly structureenvironment, students will move from sound to text by focusingon simple and closed syllables consisting of short vowels and stableconsonants. Reading and spelling of high frequency words andunit vocabulary will aid in reading of and writing about text. Studentswill learn the importance of fluency, vocabulary, and summarizingin the development of reading comprehension.

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College Prep: No 0.500RD522Reading and Linguistics II

-Grades:Second Semester of:RD52 Reading and Linguistics II2 Sem. — 1 Elective CreditThis series of courses is designed to meet the language needs ofstudents. Instruction is provided in phonemic awareness, phonics,word recognition, spelling, vocabulary, morphology, grammar,reading comprehension, and writing. Assessment is required priorto placement in these classes. If these courses are taken in highschool, students will receive elective credit. In a highly structureenvironment, students will move from sound to text by focusingon simple and closed syllables consisting of short vowels and stableconsonants. Reading and spelling of high frequency words andunit vocabulary will aid in reading of and writing about text. Studentswill learn the importance of fluency, vocabulary, and summarizingin the development of reading comprehension.

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College Prep: No 0.500RD531Reading and Linguistics III

-Grades:First Semester of :RD53 Reading and Linguistics III2 Sem. — 1 Elective CreditThis series of courses is designed to meet the language needs ofstudents. Instruction is provided in phonemic awareness, phonics,word recognition, spelling, vocabulary, morphology, grammar,reading comprehension, and writing. Assessment is required priorto placement in these classes. If these courses are taken in highschool, students will receive elective credit. In a highly structureenvironment, students will move from sound to text by focusingon simple and closed syllables consisting of short vowels and stableconsonants. Reading and spelling of high frequency words andunit vocabulary will aid in reading of and writing about text. Studentswill learn the importance of fluency, vocabulary, and summarizingin the development of reading comprehension.

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College Prep: No 0.500RD532Reading and Linguistics III

-Grades:Second Semester of:RD53 Reading and Linguistics III2 Sem. — 1 Elective CreditThis series of courses is designed to meet the language needs ofstudents. Instruction is provided in phonemic awareness, phonics,word recognition, spelling, vocabulary, morphology, grammar,reading comprehension, and writing. Assessment is required priorto placement in these classes. If these courses are taken in highschool, students will receive elective credit. In a highly structureenvironment, students will move from sound to text by focusingon simple and closed syllables consisting of short vowels and stableconsonants. Reading and spelling of high frequency words andunit vocabulary will aid in reading of and writing about text. Studentswill learn the importance of fluency, vocabulary, and summarizingin the development of reading comprehension.

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College Prep: No 0.500RD541Reading and Linguistics IV

-Grades:First Semester of:RD54 Reading and Linguistics IV2 Sem. — 1 Elective CreditThis series of courses is designed to meet the language needs ofstudents. Instruction is provided in phonemic awareness, phonics,word recognition, spelling, vocabulary, morphology, grammar,reading comprehension, and writing. Assessment is required priorto placement in these classes. If these courses are taken in highschool, students will receive elective credit. In a highly structureenvironment, students will move from sound to text by focusingon simple and closed syllables consisting of short vowels and stableconsonants. Reading and spelling of high frequency words andunit vocabulary will aid in reading of and writing about text. Studentswill learn the importance of fluency, vocabulary, and summarizingin the development of reading comprehension.

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College Prep: No 0.500RD542Reading and Linguistics IV

-Grades:Second Semester of:RD54 Reading and Linguistics IV2 Sem. — 1 Elective CreditThis series of courses is designed to meet the language needs ofstudents. Instruction is provided in phonemic awareness, phonics,word recognition, spelling, vocabulary, morphology, grammar,reading comprehension, and writing. Assessment is required priorto placement in these classes. If these courses are taken in highschool, students will receive elective credit. In a highly structureenvironment, students will move from sound to text by focusingon simple and closed syllables consisting of short vowels and stableconsonants. Reading and spelling of high frequency words andunit vocabulary will aid in reading of and writing about text. Studentswill learn the importance of fluency, vocabulary, and summarizingin the development of reading comprehension.

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College Prep: No 0.500RD551Reading and Linguistics V

-Grades:First Semester of:RD55 Reading and Linguistics V2 Sem. — 1 Elective CreditThis series of courses is designed to meet the language needs ofstudents. Instruction is provided in phonemic awareness, phonics,word recognition, spelling, vocabulary, morphology, grammar,reading comprehension, and writing. Assessment is required priorto placement in these classes. If these courses are taken in highschool, students will receive elective credit. In a highly structureenvironment, students will move from sound to text by focusingon simple and closed syllables consisting of short vowels and stableconsonants. Reading and spelling of high frequency words andunit vocabulary will aid in reading of and writing about text. Studentswill learn the importance of fluency, vocabulary, and summarizingin the development of reading comprehension.

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College Prep: No 0.500RD552Reading and Linguistics V

-Grades:Second Semester of:RD55 Reading and Linguistics V2 Sem. — 1 Elective CreditThis series of courses is designed to meet the language needs ofstudents. Instruction is provided in phonemic awareness, phonics,word recognition, spelling, vocabulary, morphology, grammar,reading comprehension, and writing. Assessment is required priorto placement in these classes. If these courses are taken in highschool, students will receive elective credit. In a highly structureenvironment, students will move from sound to text by focusingon simple and closed syllables consisting of short vowels and stableconsonants. Reading and spelling of high frequency words andunit vocabulary will aid in reading of and writing about text. Studentswill learn the importance of fluency, vocabulary, and summarizingin the development of reading comprehension.

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College Prep: No 0.500RD561Reading and Linguistics VI

-Grades:First Semester of:RD56 Reading and Linguistics VI2 Sem. — 1 Elective CreditThis series of courses is designed to meet the language needs ofstudents. Instruction is provided in phonemic awareness, phonics,word recognition, spelling, vocabulary, morphology, grammar,reading comprehension, and writing. Assessment is required priorto placement in these classes. If these courses are taken in highschool, students will receive elective credit. In a highly structureenvironment, students will move from sound to text by focusingon simple and closed syllables consisting of short vowels and stableconsonants. Reading and spelling of high frequency words andunit vocabulary will aid in reading of and writing about text. Studentswill learn the importance of fluency, vocabulary, and summarizingin the development of reading comprehension.

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College Prep: No 0.500RD562Reading and Linguistics VI

-Grades:Second Semester of:RD56 Reading and Linguistics VI2 Sem. — 1 Elective CreditThis series of courses is designed to meet the language needs ofstudents. Instruction is provided in phonemic awareness, phonics,word recognition, spelling, vocabulary, morphology, grammar,reading comprehension, and writing. Assessment is required priorto placement in these classes. If these courses are taken in highschool, students will receive elective credit. In a highly structureenvironment, students will move from sound to text by focusingon simple and closed syllables consisting of short vowels and stableconsonants. Reading and spelling of high frequency words andunit vocabulary will aid in reading of and writing about text. Studentswill learn the importance of fluency, vocabulary, and summarizingin the development of reading comprehension.

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College Prep: No 0.500SC541Advanced Biotechnology

-Grades:Course Description beginning 14-15 school yearFirst Semester of:SC 54 Advanced BiotechnologyDifficulty: High 2 Sem. — 1 Science/Elective CreditPrerequisites: SC 48This course is designed as a continuation of Biotechnology Program.Students will be introduced to the scientific concepts and advancedlaboratory research techniques currently used in the field ofbiotechnology. Areas of study include proteomics, plant biotechnology(tissueculturing), synthesizing DNA and PCR, human genetics disease,pharmaceutical biotechnology, DNA sequencing and Genomics. NOTE:This is a weighted course. Course fee required.

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College Prep: No 0.500SC542Advanced Biotechnology

-Grades:Course Description beginning 14-15 school yearSecond Semester of:SC 54 Advanced BiotechnologyDifficulty: High 2 Sem. — 1 Science/Elective CreditPrerequisites: SC 48This course is designed as a continuation of Biotechnology Program.Students will be introduced to the scientific concepts and advancedlaboratory research techniques currently used in the field ofbiotechnology.Areas of study include proteomics, plant biotechnology (tissueculturing), synthesizing DNA and PCR, human genetics disease,pharmaceutical biotechnology, DNA sequencing and Genomics. NOTE:This is a weighted course. Course fee required.

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College Prep: No 0.500SC46WAP Biology

-Grades:*SC 46 AP BiologyDifficulty: High 2 Sem. — 1 Science/Elective CreditPrerequisites: SC 49 and SC 71 or SC 81A very rigorous lab-oriented course which will cover the major topicscovered in a freshman college-level course. The class has a highlevel of difficulty and the student should be prepared to put aconsiderable amount of time into the course. This course includestopics of human reproduction and evolution. This course may includedissection. Students will take an AP exam in May. See your schoolcounselor if you have a financial hardship. Life Science NOTE: This is aweighted course. Course fee required.

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College Prep: No 0.500SC52WAP Environment Science

-Grades:SC 52 AP Environmental ScienceDifficulty: High 2 Sem. — 1 Science CreditGrades 11-12Prerequisites: one year of life science and one year of physical scienceThe goal is to provide students with the scientific principles, concepts,and methodologies required to understand the interrelationshipsof the natural world, to identify and analyze environmentalproblems both natural and man-made, to evaluate the relative risksassociated with these problems, and to examine alternative solutionsfor resolving or preventing them. Students will take an AP exam inMay. See your school counselor if you have a financial hardship.Life/Physical Science NOTE: This is a weighted course.

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College Prep: No 0.500SC79WAP Physics I

-Grades:*SC 79 AP Physics IDifficulty: High 2 Sem. — 1 Science/Elective CreditPrerequisites: MA40 Algebra II (may be taken concurrently)A very rigorous, fast-paced course patterned after the firstsemester General Physics courses at ASU and the MaricopaCommunity Colleges. The course covers Newtonian mechanics(including rotational dynamics and angular momentum); work, energy,and power; mechanical waves and sound. It will also introduce electriccircuits. Students will take an AP exam in May. See your schoolcounselor if you have a financial hardship. NOTE: This is a weightedcourse.

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College Prep: No 0.500SC80WAP Physics II

-Grades:Beginning 14-15 splitting SC82 AP Physics B course*SC 80 AP Physics IIDifficulty: High 2 Sem. — 1 Science/Elective CreditPrerequisite SC 79 AP Physics 1 & co-enrollment in MA45 Pre-Calculus or aboveA very rigorous, fast-paced course patterned after the secondsemester General Physics courses at ASU and the MaricopaCommunity Colleges. The course covers fluid mechanics;thermodynamics; electricity and magnetism; optics; atomic and nuclearphysics. Students will take an AP exam in May. See your schoolcounselor if you have a financial hardship. NOTE: This is a weightedcourse.

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College Prep: No 0.500SC491Biology

-Grades:First Semester of:*SC 49 BiologyDifficulty: Average 2 Sem. — 1 Science CreditPrerequisite: See page 9 of course catalog *This course of study is designed to cover major areas of cell structure,function and processes, genetics, classification, and ecology.This course includes the topics of human reproduction and evolution.NOTE: This course may include dissection, biotechnology conceptsand research techniques. Life Science

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College Prep: No 0.500SC492Biology

-Grades:Second Semester of:*SC 49 BiologyDifficulty: Average 2 Sem. — 1 Science CreditPrerequisite: See page 9 of course catalog *This course of study is designed to cover major areas of cell structure,function and processes, genetics, classification, and ecology.This course includes the topics of human reproduction and evolution.NOTE: This course may include dissection, biotechnology conceptsand research techniques. Life Science

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College Prep: No 0.500SC48WBiotechnology Concepts and Techniques

-Grades:*SC 48 Biotechnology Concepts and Techniques/Biotech IDifficulty: Average-High 2 Sem. — 1 Science/Elective CreditPrerequisites: 1 year BiologyThis course introduces students to the exciting field of biotechnology.Students will be introduced to topics such as biochemistry,DNA structure, gene expression, protein synthesis, recombinantDNA strategies, as well as forensics and bioethics. Students willperform experiments similar to those presently done in modernresearch settings such as micropipetting, spectrophotometry,electrophoresis, PCR, and cell culturing. This course will also teachstudents standard laboratory operations, instrumentation andgood laboratory safety practices and procedures. NOTE: This is aweighted course. Course fee required.

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College Prep: No 0.500SC68WCambridge Biology

-Grades:SC 68 Cambridge BiologyDifficulty: Average 2 Sem — 1 Science CreditGrade: 9Prerequisite: Acceptance into Cambridge ProgramCambridge Biology places an emphasis of human biology as wellas theoretical and practical scientific skills. Additionally, this courseplaces considerable emphasis on the understanding and use ofscientific skills. This course prepares students for the CambridgeBoard Examination.

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College Prep: No 0.500SC711Chemistry

-Grades:First Semester of:*SC 71 ChemistryDifficulty: Average 2 Sem. — 1 Science CreditPrerequisites: MA 27This course includes the study of the atom, atomic energy, theformation of molecules, the mathematics of chemistry, and relatedexperimental work. The vocabulary of the chemist is emphasized as arecorrect laboratory procedures and techniques. Physical Science

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College Prep: No 0.500SC712Chemistry

-Grades:Second Semester of:*SC 71 ChemistryDifficulty: Average 2 Sem. — 1 Science CreditPrerequisites: MA 27This course includes the study of the atom, atomic energy, theformation of molecules, the mathematics of chemistry, and relatedexperimental work. The vocabulary of the chemist is emphasized as arecorrect laboratory procedures and techniques. Physical Science

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College Prep: No 0.500SC72WCollege Prep Chemistry

-Grades:*SC 72 College Prep ChemistryDifficulty: High 2 Sem. — 1 Science Credit.Prerequisites: MA 27 with "B" or better, MA 30A course in which the unifying principles of chemistry are developedfrom experimentation. Emphasis upon understanding ofprinciples rather than memorization of facts and descriptions.Extensive use is made of arithmetic, elementary algebra andgeometry. Physical Science NOTE: This is a weighted course.

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College Prep: No 0.500SC331Earth and Space Science

-Grades:First Semester of:*SC 33 Earth and Space ScienceDifficulty: Average 2 Sem. — 1 Science CreditEarth and Space Science is a lab course which explores forces andprocesses that operate in the universe. Major areas of study willinclude astronomy, geology, hydrology, meteorology, and environmentalissues. Physical Science

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College Prep: No 0.500SC332Earth and Space Science

-Grades:Second Semester of:*SC 33 Earth and Space ScienceDifficulty: Average 2 Sem. — 1 Science CreditEarth and Space Science is a lab course which explores forces andprocesses that operate in the universe. Major areas of study willinclude astronomy, geology, hydrology, meteorology, and environmentalissues. Physical Science

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College Prep: No 0.500SC501Environmental Science

-Grades:First Semester of:*SC 50 Environmental ScienceDifficulty: Average 2 Sem. — 1 Science CreditThis course offers a comprehensive overview of environmental issues.The emphasis will be on: population studies, natural resources,pollution, and current environmental topics. Life/Physical Science

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College Prep: No 0.500SC502Environmental Science

-Grades:Second Semester of;*SC 50 Environmental ScienceDifficulty: Average 2 Sem. — 1 Science CreditThis course offers a comprehensive overview of environmental issues.The emphasis will be on: population studies, natural resources,pollution, and current environmental topics. Life/Physical Science

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College Prep: No 0.500SC091Essential Elements of Science

-Grades:First Semester of:*SC 09 Essential Elements of ScienceDifficulty: Average 9th Grade = 2 Sem. — 1 Physical Science CreditSC 09 is the entry level science course for high school and providesthe conceptual foundation for the entire MPS high school sciencecurriculum. Students in SC 09 receive instruction and practice indeveloping and refining scientific skills and methods that areprerequisites for success in subsequent high school science courses.Using mostly chemistry and physics concepts as a framework, studentsdiscover and collect evidence that supports the atomic/ moleculartheory of matter. These principles lay the groundwork for understandingall biological and chemical relationships. Topics included in this classare scientific processes, the nature and history of science, earthscience, basic physics and chemistry. Physical Science. This course isconsidered an integrated science course in meeting the GeneralArizona University Entrance Requirements (see page 14 of coursecatalog).

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College Prep: No 0.500SC092Essential Elements of Science

-Grades:Second Semester of:*SC 09 Essential Elements of ScienceDifficulty: Average 9th Grade = 2 Sem. — 1 Physical Science CreditSC 09 is the entry level science course for high school and providesthe conceptual foundation for the entire MPS high school sciencecurriculum. Students in SC 09 receive instruction and practice indeveloping and refining scientific skills and methods that areprerequisites for success in subsequent high school science courses.Using mostly chemistry and physics concepts as a framework, studentsdiscover and collect evidence that supports the atomic/ moleculartheory of matter. These principles lay the groundwork for understandingall biological and chemical relationships. Topics included in this classare scientific processes, the nature and history of science, earthscience, basic physics and chemistry. Physical Science. This course isconsidered an integrated science course in meeting the GeneralArizona University Entrance Requirements (see page 14 of coursecatalog).

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College Prep: No 0.500SC45WHonors Biology

-Grades:New course activated beginning with the 2015-16 school yearSC45W Honors BiologyDifficulty: High 2 Sem. 1 Science CreditPrerequisites: SC20, MA30 (taken concurrently)This course is designed as an in-depth study of the principles of theliving world. Coursework will provide students with an understanding ofthe complexity, diversity and interconnectedness of life on earth.Students will explore cellular and molecular biology, genetics andgenetic technology, evolution, and ecosystems in a manner thatdevelops higher-level thinking skills while providing real-worldapplications. Students will be expected to engage in extensive lab workincluding an independent research project for presentation in the schoolscience fair. This course includes the topic of human reproduction andmay include dissections and biotechnology concepts. NOTE: This is aweighted course

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College Prep: No 0.500SC551Human Anatomy and Physiology

-Grades:First Semester of:*SC 55 Human Anatomy and PhysiologyDifficulty: High 2 Sem. 1 Cr.Prerequisites: 1 year BiologyA rigorous lab-oriented course providing students a betterunderstanding of their bodies and exposure to health care careeropportunities. NOTE: This course involves the detailed study of thehuman reproductive system. This course will include dissection. LifeScience.

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College Prep: No 0.500SC552Human Anatomy and Physiology

-Grades:Second Semester of:*SC 55 Human Anatomy and PhysiologyDifficulty: High 2 Sem. 1 Cr.Prerequisites: 1 year BiologyA rigorous lab-oriented course providing students a betterunderstanding of their bodies and exposure to health care careeropportunities. NOTE: This course involves the detailed study of thehuman reproductive system. This course will include dissection. LifeScience.

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College Prep: No 0.500SC93WIB Biology Higher Level I

-Grades:*SC 93 & SC 94 IB Biology Higher Level I & IIDifficulty: High 4 Sem. — 2 Science CreditGrades: 11-12Prerequisites: SC 49 & SC 71 or SC 72This is a comprehensive two-year pre-university course that isdesigned to allow students to obtain a secure knowledge of a limitedbody of facts and at the same time, a broad understanding ofbiology. Students will be introduced to the way scientists workand communicate with each other by performing laboratoryexperiments, using the scientific method, and writing laboratoryreports. Students will spend approximately 60 hours or 25% of theclass performing these laboratory experiments. These courses arepart of the IB Diploma Programme. Life Science NOTE: These areweighted courses.

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College Prep: No 0.500SC94WIB Biology Higher Level II

-Grades:*SC 93 & SC 94 IB Biology Higher Level I & IIDifficulty: High 4 Sem. — 2 Science CreditGrades: 11-12Prerequisites: SC 49 & SC 71 or SC 72This is a comprehensive two-year pre-university course that isdesigned to allow students to obtain a secure knowledge of a limitedbody of facts and at the same time, a broad understanding ofbiology. Students will be introduced to the way scientists workand communicate with each other by performing laboratoryexperiments, using the scientific method, and writing laboratoryreports. Students will spend approximately 60 hours or 25% of theclass performing these laboratory experiments. These courses arepart of the IB Diploma Programme. Life Science NOTE: These areweighted courses.

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College Prep: No 0.500SC35WIB Biology Standard Level

-Grades:SC 35 IB Biology Standard LevelDifficulty: High 2 Sem. — 1 Science CreditGrade: 11 or 12Prerequisites: SC49, SC71, or SC72This pre-university course is designed to allow students to obtain aworking knowledge of facts and an increased understanding ofbiology. Students will be introduced to the manner in which scientistswork and communicate with each other by performing laboratoryexperiments, using the scientific method, and writinglaboratory reports. Students will spend approximately 25% of thecourse performing laboratory experiments and research. Thiscourse is part of the IB Diploma Programme. Life Science Note:This is a weighted course.

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College Prep: No 0.500SC95WIB Chemistry Standard Level

-Grades:*SC 95 IB Chemistry Standard LevelDifficulty: High 2 Sem. — 1 Science CreditGrades: 11-12Prerequisites: SC 49, SC 72, MA 30, MA 40 (May be takenconcurrently)This course is designed to expand on the knowledge andexperimental skills obtained in CP Chemistry and to prepare thestudent for further study of pure and applied sciences in highereducation. It will also help the student to develop the ability toanalyze scientific literature critically and to develop manipulativeand experimental skills necessary to perform college level scientificinvestigations. Topics include stoichiometry, atomic theory,periodicity, bonding, states of matter, energetics, kinetics,equilibrium, acids and bases oxidation and reduction, and organicchemistry. A three-hour IB exam is taken at the end of the SLChemistry course. The IB Internal Assessment for this courseincludes formal lab reports, informal lab notebook excerpts, andparticipation in the IB Group 4 Project. Summer assignments maybe required. The SL curriculum requires a student to spend 40hours of laboratory investigation time of which 15 hours isdevoted to the interdisciplinary group project. This course is partof the IB Diploma Programme. Physical Science NOTE: This is aweighted course.

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College Prep: No 0.500SC34WIB MYP Biology

-Grades:SC34 IB MYP Biology-- New course beginning with the 15-16 schoolyearDifficulty- High2 Sem. - 1 Science Credit

An Academically rigorous course of study designed to developscientifically literate and inquisitive students. MYP biology fostersstudents' critical thinking and discovery of the interdependence ofscience and all major facets of society. Student will participate inresearch and design to solve problems using creative thinking in thisinquiry-based course. Major topics of study include biotechnology,ecology, cells, DNA and heredity, reproduction, genetics, evolution, andsustainability . The course engages students as they explore biologicalconcepts through laboratory experiments, scientific literature andinteractive online simulations. Student leave MYP Biology fully preparedfor advanced studies in science. This course satisfies the Biology LifeSciences graduation requirement. NOTE: This is course may includedissection, biotechnology concepts and research techniques. This is aweighted course. Life Science

SC34 IB MYP Biology-- PILOT COURSE AT WESTWOOD HSbeginning 14-15 school yearDifficulty- High- Not a weighted course for 14-15 as pilot2 Sem. - 1 Science Credit

An Academically rigorous course of study designed to developscientifically literate and inquisitive students. MYP biology fostersstudents' critical thinking and discovery of the interdependence ofscience and all major facets of society. Student will participate inresearch and design to solve problems using creative thinking in thisinquiry-based course. Major topics of study include biotechnology, cells,heredity, evolution, and biodiversity. The course engages students asthey explore biological concepts through laboratory experiments,scientific literature and interactive online simulations. Student leaveMYP Biology fully prepared for advanced studies in science. Thiscourse satisfies the Biology Life Sciences graduation requirement.NOTE: This is a weighted course.

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College Prep: No 0.500SC96WIB Physics Higher Level

-Grades:*SC 96 & SC 97 IB Physics Higher Level I & IIDifficulty: High 4 Sem. — 2 Science CreditGrades 11-12Prerequisites: SC 49, SC 71or SC 72, MA 41IB Physics is designed to introduce students to the laws of physics,the experimental skills required in physics, and the social and historicalaspects of physics as an evolving body of human knowledgeabout nature. Emphasis is placed on experimental design and analysisin order to produce a practical working model of the physicalsituation. Students will make extensive use of technology to processand communicate information. Mathematical competence in algebra,geometry, and trigonometry is crucial as a prerequisite to IBPhysics. Core topics include: measurement; mechanics; thermalphysics and properties of matter; waves; electricity and magnetism;and atomic and nuclear physics. Optional topics include: mechanicsextension; atomic and nuclear physics extension; energy extension;biomedical physics; historical physics; astrophysics; special andgeneral relativity; or optics. These courses are part of the IB DiplomaProgramme. Physical Science NOTE: These are weighted courses.

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College Prep: No 0.500SC97WIB Physics Higher Level II

-Grades:*SC 96 & SC 97 IB Physics Higher Level I & IIDifficulty: High 4 Sem. — 2 Science CreditGrades 11-12Prerequisites: SC 49, SC 71or SC 72, MA 41IB Physics is designed to introduce students to the laws of physics,the experimental skills required in physics, and the social and historicalaspects of physics as an evolving body of human knowledgeabout nature. Emphasis is placed on experimental design and analysisin order to produce a practical working model of the physicalsituation. Students will make extensive use of technology to processand communicate information. Mathematical competence in algebra,geometry, and trigonometry is crucial as a prerequisite to IBPhysics. Core topics include: measurement; mechanics; thermalphysics and properties of matter; waves; electricity and magnetism;and atomic and nuclear physics. Optional topics include: mechanicsextension; atomic and nuclear physics extension; energy extension;biomedical physics; historical physics; astrophysics; special andgeneral relativity; or optics. These courses are part of the IB DiplomaProgramme. Physical Science NOTE: These are weighted courses.

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College Prep: No 0.500SC811Physics

-Grades:First Semester of:*SC 81 PhysicsDifficulty: Average 2 Sem. — 1 Science CreditPrerequisites: Algebra, with Geometry recom.A laboratory course designed to explore the fields of mechanics,heat, light, sound, electricity, magnetism and nuclear energy.Emphasis is placed on the practical application of the principlesinvolved in the above fields. Physical Science

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College Prep: No 0.500SC812Physics

-Grades:Second Semester of:*SC 81 PhysicsDifficulty: Average 2 Sem. — 1 Science CreditPrerequisites: Algebra, with Geometry recom.A laboratory course designed to explore the fields of mechanics,heat, light, sound, electricity, magnetism and nuclear energy.Emphasis is placed on the practical application of the principlesinvolved in the above fields. Physical Science

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College Prep: No 0.500SC92WScientific Research Methods

-Grades:SC 92 Scientific Research MethodsDifficulty: Average-High 2 Sem. — 1 Science/Elective CreditA rigorous, research-intensive course which provides students with theopportunity to conduct authentic scientific research on a competitivelevel. With support from local scientists and other researchers, studentswill develop a research topic, conduct experiments and present theirresults at the state regional science fair in the spring. Successfulprojects earn students opportunities for financial and scholarshipawards, travel and networking opportunities within the scientificcommunity. NOTE: It is recommended that this course be takenconcurrently with another life or physical science lab course during10th, 11th, or 12th grade. It may also be taken as a senior sciencecapstone course. While this is a rigorous science course, this coursedoes not meet university requirements as a life or physical sciencecontent course.

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College Prep: No 0.500MA381SAlgebra Applications

-Grades:Course description changed beginning 14-15 school yearFirst Semester of:MA 38S Algebra Applications2 Sem. - 1 Cr.This course extends and applies the concepts of Algebra I andintroduces concepts from Algebra II. The curriculum includes thestudy of linear, quadratic, polynomial, and exponential functions.Data collection and analysis are emphasized and technology is utilized.Projects and math labs, designed to integrate mathematicsand science, are used to teach and reinforce concepts. Course contentand pace of instruction will be differentiated to meet the specializedneeds of the student.

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College Prep: No 0.500MA382SAlgebra Applications

-Grades:Course description changed beginning 14-15 school yearSecond Semester of:MA 38S Algebra Applications2 Sem. - 1 Cr.This course extends and applies the concepts of Algebra I andintroduces concepts from Algebra II. The curriculum includes thestudy of linear, quadratic, polynomial, and exponential functions.Data collection and analysis are emphasized and technology is utilized.Projects and math labs, designed to integrate mathematicsand science, are used to teach and reinforce concepts.Course contentand pace of instruction will be differentiated to meet the specializedneeds of the student.

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College Prep: No 0.500MA271SAlgebra I

-Grades:Course description changed beginning 14-15 school yearFirst Semester of:MA 27S AlgebraDifficulty: Average 2 Sem. - 1 Cr.Mathematical practices and modeling with mathematics are embeddedinto standards for algebra to include the study of number andquantity, functions, reasoning with equations and inequalities, andinterpreting categorical and quantitative data. Instructional timeand learning focuses on five critical areas: (1) relationships betweenquantities and reasoning with equations; (2) linear and exponentialrelationships; (3) descriptive statistics; (4) expressions and equations:and (5) quadratic functions and modeling. Course content and paceof instruction will be differentiated to meet the specialized needs of thestudent.

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College Prep: No 0.500MA272SAlgebra I

-Grades:Course description changed beginning 14-15 school yearSecond Semester of:MA 27S AlgebraDifficulty: Average 2 Sem. - 1 Cr.Mathematical practices and modeling with mathematics are embeddedinto standards for algebra to include the study of number andquantity, functions, reasoning with equations and inequalities, andinterpreting categorical and quantitative data. Instructional timeand learning focuses on five critical areas: (1) relationships betweenquantities and reasoning with equations; (2) linear and exponentialrelationships; (3) descriptive statistics; (4) expressions and equations:and (5) quadratic functions and modeling. Course content and pace ofinstruction will be differentiated to meet the specialized needs of thestudent.

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College Prep: No 0.500MA601SAlgebra Skill Builder

-Grades:Course description changed beginning 14-15 school yearNew course 13-141st Semester of:MA 60 Algebra Skill BuilderDifficulty: Average 2 Sem. 1 Elective Cr.An algebra elective class designed to reinforce prerequisite skills foralgebra and support students in the area of Algebra I content. Thiscourse is taught as a companion course with MA 27 when needed. Thiscourse does not count as a required math credit toward graduation.Successful completion of the course will provide students with electivecredit. Course content and pace of instruction will be differentiated tomeet the specialized needs of the student.

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College Prep: No 0.500MA602SAlgebra Skill Builder

-Grades:Course description changed beginning 14-15 school yearNew course 13-142nd Semester of:MA 60 Algebra Skill BuilderDifficulty: Average 2 Sem. 1 Elective Cr.An algebra elective class designed to reinforce prerequisite skillsfor algebra and support students in the area of Algebra I content.This course is taught as a companion course with MA 27 whenneeded. This course does not count as a required math credittoward graduation. Successful completion of the course will providestudents with elective credit.Course content and pace of instruction willbe differentiated to meet the specialized needs of the student.

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College Prep: No 0.500PP37SAlternative Work Experience (SLD, MIMD, ED)

-Grades:Course description changed beginning 14-15 school yearPP 37S Alternative Work Experience1 or 2 Sem. — 1⁄2 or 1 Elective CreditAWE is a work adjustment course that provides job readinessexperience while training in a job site generally within the schoolthrough on-campus work experience or in-district internships. Studentsreceive credit toward graduation for these work experiences. Theprogram can be used as a prerequisite to Community Work Experience.Job sites are individually tailored to help the student's transitionfrom a school work site to training in a paid work site.

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College Prep: No 0.500SS351SAmerican History

-Grades:Course Description/Title changed beginning with the 15-16 school year.First Semester of:*SS 35 American HistoryDifficulty: Average 2 Sem. — 1 Social Studies CreditThis course examines the history of the United States beginningwith Pre-Columbian Native cultures of North America continent throughcontemporary issues affecting the United States today. NOTE: Thiscourse meets the high school graduation requirement forAmerican/Arizona History. SS35S: Course may be taken only uponteacher approval. Course content and pace of instruction will bedifferentiated to meet the specialized needs of the student.

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College Prep: No 0.500SS352SAmerican History

-Grades:Course Description/Title changed beginning with the 15-16 school year.First Semester of:*SS 35 American HistoryDifficulty: Average 2 Sem. — 1 Social Studies CreditThis course examines the history of the United States beginningwith Pre-Columbian Native cultures of North America continent throughcontemporary issues affecting the United States today. NOTE: Thiscourse meets the high school graduation requirement forAmerican/Arizona History. SS35S: Course may be taken only uponteacher approval. Course content and pace of instruction will bedifferentiated to meet the specialized needs of the student.

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College Prep: No 0.500EN191SBasic English

Grades:Course Added beginning with the 15-16 school yearEN 19S Basic English1 or 2 Sem. — 1⁄2 or 1 Elective CreditEmphasis is on improvement in reading and writing skills. Thecourse is designed for students who have difficulty in readingand/or English. Basic skills are reinforced and practiced. Coursecontent and pace of instruction will be differentiated to meet thespecialized needs of the student.

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College Prep: No 0.500EN192SBasic English

Grades:Course added beginning with the 15-16 school yearEN 19S Basic English1 or 2 Sem. — 1⁄2 or 1 Elective CreditEmphasis is on improvement in reading and writing skills. Thecourse is designed for students who have difficulty in readingand/or English. Basic skills are reinforced and practiced. Coursecontent and pace of instruction will be differentiated to meet thespecialized needs of the student.

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College Prep: No 1.000PP57SBasic Science

-Grades:Course description changed beginning 14-15 school yearPP 57S Basic Science2 Sem. — 1 Elective CreditThis course provides instruction based on the Arizona State Standardsin science. Emphasis will focus on science concepts and contentthrough a hands-on science approach.

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College Prep: No 0.500SC491SBiology

-Grades:Course description changed beginning 14-15 school yearFirst Semester of:SC 49S Biology2 Sem. — 1 Science CreditMajor areas of study are cell structure, function and processes,genetics, classification, microbiology, plants, animals, human systemsand ecology, fulfills college entrance and district graduationrequirement for 9th -12th graders. This course includes the topicsof human reproduction an evolution. NOTE: This course mayinclude dissection. Student who has successfully earned credit forAG 30cannot earn credit for this class. Course may includebiotechnology concepts and research techniques. Course contentand pace of instruction will be differentiated to meet the specializedneeds of the student.

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College Prep: No 0.500SC492SBiology

-Grades:Course description changed beginning 14-15 school yearSecond Semester of:SC 49S Biology2 Sem. — 1 Science CreditMajor areas of study are cell structure, function and processes,genetics, classification, microbiology, plants, animals, human systemsand ecology, fulfills college entrance and district graduationrequirement for 9th -12th graders. This course includes the topicsof human reproduction an evolution. NOTE: This course mayinclude dissection. Student who has successfully earned credit forAG 30cannot earn credit for this class. Course may includebiotechnology concepts and research techniques. Course contentand pace of instruction will be differentiated to meet the specializedneeds of the student.

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College Prep: No 0.500PP23SCareer Exploration

-Grades:Course description changed beginning 14-15 school yearPP 23S Career Exploration1 or 2 Sem. — 1⁄2 or 1 Elective CreditThe purpose of career exploration is for students to explore possiblecareer and vocational options to assist students in determiningwhich skills are needed to obtain a position in their field of interest.Areas addressed will include career data based searches, interestinventories and self advocacy. Methods to be incorporated willinclude guest speakers, hands on activities, technological and personalexperiences.

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College Prep: No 0.500PP21SCareer Planning Strategies (SLD, ED, MIMD)

-Grades:Course description changed beginning 14-15 school yearPP 21S Career Planning Strategies2 Sem. - 3 Elective CreditCareer Planning Strategies/Community Work Experience arespecialized full year programs with students obtaining paid employmentin the community. Students apply work readiness skills and receiveadvanced training opportunities through paid employment in thecommunity. Job development and placement is provided inaddition to minimal job coach assistance, when necessary. Studentsmust work an average of 15 hours per week.

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College Prep: No 0.500PP19SCommunity Awareness

-Grades:Course description changed beginning 14-15 school yearPP 19S Community Awareness2 Sem. — 1⁄2 Elective Credit/Sem.This course provides instruction in the free enterprise system as itapplies to independent living. Emphasis includes instruction inbudgeting, cost comparisons, purchasing, making change, determiningthe cost of items, living costs, determining tax on items,and job wages.

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College Prep: No 1.500PP29SCommunity Work Experience (SLD, MIMD, ED)

-Grades:Course description changed beginning 14-15 school yearPP 29S Community Work Experience2 Sem. - 3 Elective CreditCareer Planning Strategies/Community Work Experience arespecialized full year programs with students obtaining paid employmentin the community. Students apply work readiness skills and receiveadvanced training opportunities through paid employment in thecommunity. Job development and placement is provided inaddition to minimal job coach assistance, when necessary. Studentsmust work an average of 15 hours per week.

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College Prep: No 0.500MA241SConsumer Math

-Grades:Course description changed beginning 14-15 school yearFirst Semester of:MA 24S Consumer Math2 Sem. - 1 Cr.Enables the student to focus on the application of basic math skillsnecessary for everyday living, everyday work situations, andindependent functioning in the community. Objectives areinterdependent and will focus on comparative shopping for tangiblegoods, computational terms of money, use of and applications of time,components of a budget, computation of gross and net wages,establishment of savings accounts, checking accounts and securing ofloans.Course content and pace of instruction will be differentiated tomeet the specialized needs of the student.

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College Prep: No 0.500MA242SConsumer Math

-Grades:Course description changed beginning 14-15 school yearSecond Semester of:MA 24S Consumer Math2 Sem. - 1 Cr.Enables the student to focus on the application of basic math skillsnecessary for everyday living, everyday work situations, andindependent functioning in the community. Objectives areinterdependent and will focus on comparative shopping for tangiblegoods, computational terms of money, use of and applications oftime, components of a budget, computation of gross and net wages,establishment of savings accounts, checking accounts and securing ofloans.Course content and pace of instruction will be differentiated tomeet the specialized needs of the student.

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College Prep: No 1.000PP67SConsumer Math

-Grades:Course description changed beginning 14-15 school yearPP 67S Consumer Math2 Sem. — 1 Elective CreditThis course provides instruction based on the Arizona State Standardsfor Math. Instruction will focus on basic math skills and providean opportunity for application of skills within the schoolenvironment. Emphasis may include measurement, ordinal numbers,problem solving, and using graphs to solve problems forindependent living.

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College Prep: No 0.500SC331SEarth and Space Science

-Grades:Course description changed beginning 14-15 school yearFirst Semester of:SC 33S Earth and Space Science2 Sem. — 1 Science CreditEarth and space science is a lab course which explores forces andprocesses that operate in the universe. Major areas of study willinclude astronomy, geology, hydrology, meteorology, and environmentalissues. Course content and pace of instruction will be differentiated tomeet the specialized needs of the student.Course content and pace ofinstruction will be differentiated to meet the specialized needs of thestudent.

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College Prep: No 0.500SC332SEarth and Space Science

-Grades:Course description changed beginning 14-15 school yearSecond Semester of:SC 33S Earth and Space Science2 Sem. — 1 Science CreditEarth and space science is a lab course which explores forces andprocesses that operate in the universe. Major areas of study willinclude astronomy, geology, hydrology, meteorology, and environmentalissues. Course content and pace of instruction will be differentiated tomeet the specialized needs of the student.Course content and pace ofinstruction will be differentiated to meet the specialized needs of thestudent.

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College Prep: No 1.500IT04SEnvironmental Services

-Grades:Course description changed beginning 14-15 school yearIT 04S - Environmental Services1 year—21⁄2 Fine/Practical Arts/Elective CreditEnvironmental Services is a two year program that will introducestudents to the global skills associated with industrial technologytrades. This is a 2.5 hour class that will focus on developing job skillsand custodial related skills. Students will learn hard floor care, carpetcare, hotel/motel housekeeping, commercial laundry and autodetailing. This class is targeted for students with work readiness andmeasurable post secondary goals within construction trades.

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College Prep: No 0.500SC091SEssential Elements of Science

Grades:Course description changed beginning 14-15 school yearFirst Semester of:SC 09S Essential Elements of ScienceSC09 is the entry level science course for high school and providesthe foundation for the entire MPS high school science curriculum.Students in SC 09 receive instruction and practice indeveloping and refining scientific skills and methods that areprerequisites for success in subsequent high school science courses.Using mostly chemistry and physics concepts as a framework, studentsdiscover and collect evidence that supports the atomic/ moleculartheory of matter. These principals lay the ground work forunderstanding all biological and chemical relationships. Topics includedin this class are scientific processes, the nature and history of science,earth science, basic physics and chemistry. This course is consideredan integrated science course in meeting the General Arizona UniversityEntrance Requirements (see page 14).Course content and pace of instruction will be differentiated to meet thespecialized needs of the student.

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College Prep: No 0.500SC092SEssential Elements of Science

Grades:Course description changed beginning 14-15 school yearSecond Semester of:SC 09S Essential Elements of ScienceSC09 is the entry level science course for high school and providesthe foundation for the entire MPS high school science curriculum.Students in SC 09 receive instruction and practice indeveloping and refining scientific skills and methods that areprerequisites for success in subsequent high school science courses.Using mostly chemistry and physics concepts as a framework, studentsdiscover and collect evidence that supports the atomic/ moleculartheory of matter. These principals lay the ground work forunderstanding all biological and chemical relationships. Topics includedin this class are scientific processes, the nature and history of science,earth science, basic physics and chemistry. This course is consideredan integrated science course in meeting the General Arizona UniversityEntrance Requirements (see page 14).Course content and pace of instruction will be differentiated to meet thespecialized needs of the student.

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College Prep: No 0.500EN81SFundamental Writing Lab

-Grades:Course description changed beginning 14-15 school yearEN 81S Fundamental Writing Lab1 Sem. — 1⁄2 Elective CreditThis course is designed for students who need further help withtheir writing skills. Course content and pace of instruction will bedifferentiated to meet the specialized needs of the student.

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College Prep: No 0.500MA301SGeometry

-Grades:Course description changed beginning 14-15 school yearFirst Semester of:*MA 30S Geometry2 Sem. - 1 Cr.Mathematical practices and modeling with mathematics areembedded into standards for geometry to include the study ofcongruence, similarity, right triangles, and trigonometry, circles,expressing geometric properties with equations, and geometricmeasurement and dimension. Instructional time and learning focuseson six critical areas: (1) congruence, proof, and constructions;(2) similarity, proof and trigonometry; (3) extending to threedimensions; (4) connecting algebra and geometry through coordinates;(5) circles with and without coordinates; and (6) applicationsof probability. Course content and pace of instruction will bedifferentiated to meet the specialized needs of the student.

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College Prep: No 0.500MA302SGeometry

-Grades:Course description changed beginning 14-15 school yearSecond Semester of:*MA 30S Geometry2 Sem. - 1 Cr.Mathematical practices and modeling with mathematics areembedded into standards for geometry to include the study ofcongruence, similarity, right triangles, and trigonometry, circles,expressing geometric properties with equations, and geometricmeasurement and dimension. Instructional time and learning focuseson six critical areas: (1) congruence, proof, and constructions;(2) similarity, proof and trigonometry; (3) extending to threedimensions; (4) connecting algebra and geometry through coordinates;(5) circles with and without coordinates; and (6) applicationsof probability. Course content and pace of instruction will bedifferentiated to meet the specialized needs of the student.

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College Prep: No 0.500II03SIndividual Instruction

-Grades:Course description change beginning 14-15 school yearII 03S Individual Instruction1 Sem. - 1/2 Elective CreditProvides special education students with instruction and skill trainingnot available through other courses.

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College Prep: No 0.500EN481SJunior English

-Grades:Course Added beginning with the 15-16 School Year.First Semester Junior English*EN 48 Junior EnglishDifficulty: Average 2 Sem. — 1 English CreditPrerequisites: EN 33 & EN 51 or EN 47This course integrates the modes of expository essay writing with thestudy of American literature. Course content combines the study ofliterary models of fiction and nonfiction, and the composition skills ofexposition. Composition emphasis is on research skills, development oflanguage skills, and multi-paragraph essays.Literary emphasis is on themes and literary movements in America.EN48S: Course may be taken only upon teacher approval. Coursecontent and pace of instruction will be differentiated to meet thespecialized needs of the student.

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College Prep: No 0.500EN482SJunior English

-Grades:Course Added beginning with the 15-16 School Year.Second Semester Junior English*EN 48 Junior EnglishDifficulty: Average 2 Sem. — 1 English CreditPrerequisites: EN 33 & EN 51 or EN 47This course integrates the modes of expository essay writing with thestudy of American literature. Course content combines the study ofliterary models of fiction and nonfiction, and the composition skills ofexposition. Composition emphasis is on research skills, development oflanguage skills, and multi-paragraph essays.Literary emphasis is on themes and literary movements in America.EN48S: Course may be taken only upon teacher approval. Coursecontent and pace of instruction will be differentiated to meet thespecialized needs of the student.

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College Prep: No 0.500EN371SJunior Essentials of Reading and Writing

-Grades:Course description changed beginning 14-15 school yearFirst Semester of:EN 37 Junior Essentials of Reading and WritingDifficulty: Low 2 Sem. — 1 English CreditThis course combines improving basic skills in reading throughliterature study,remedial instruction in speaking, thinking, listening and writing.Vocabularybuilding and study skills are also emphasized. Course objectiveswill reflect those of Junior English, but at a slower, more individualizedpace. Course may be taken only upon teacher approval. Coursecontent and pace of instruction will be differentiated to meet thespecialized needs of the student.

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College Prep: No 0.500EN372SJunior Essentials of Reading and Writing

-Grades:Course description changed beginning 14-15 school yearSecond Semester of:EN 37 Junior Essentials of Reading and WritingDifficulty: Low 2 Sem. — 1 English CreditThis course combines improving basic skills in reading throughliterature study,remedial instruction in speaking, thinking, listening and writing.Vocabularybuilding and study skills are also emphasized. Course objectiveswill reflect those of Junior English, but at a slower, more individualizedpace. Course may be taken only upon teacher approval. Coursecontent and pace of instruction will be differentiated to meet thespecialized needs of the student.

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College Prep: No 1.000PP51SLife Skills

-Grades:Course Description changed beginning 14-15 school yearPP 51S Life Skills2 Sem. — 1 Elective CreditThis course provides instruction in activities that increases a student'sability to function with maximum participation possible intheir daily life, within present and future environments. Activitiesmay include health and safety, adult living skills (i.e. shopping,interpreting bus schedules, purchasing), meal preparation andplanning.

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College Prep: No 1.000PP60SListening and Speaking and Increased Social Skills

-Grades:Course Description changed beginning 14-15 school yearPP 60S Listening/Speaking and Increased Social Skills2 Sem. — 1 Elective CreditThis course provides instruction based on Arizona State Standardsfor listening and speaking. Instruction will focus on communicationskills needed for maximum participation and independence withinthe school.

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College Prep: No 0.500MA201SMath Skill Builder

-Grades:Course description change beginning 14-15 school yearFirst Semester of:MA 20S Math Skill Builder2 Sem. - 1 Elective Cr.A class paired with the assigned math class. This course willstrengthen prerequisite skills, support and maintain on grade levelconcepts, as well as address study skills Successful completion ofthe course will provide students with elective credit.

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College Prep: No 0.500MA202SMath Skill Builder

-Grades:Course description change beginning 14-15 school yearSecond Semester of:MA20S Math Skill Builder2 Sem. - 1 Elective Cr.A class paired with the assigned math class. This course willstrengthen prerequisite skills, support and maintain on grade levelconcepts, as well as address study skills Successful completion ofthe course will provide students with elective credit.

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College Prep: No 1.500PP28SOn-The-Job Training

-Grades:Course Description changed beginning 14-15 school yearPP 28S On-The-Job TrainingThe On the Job Training program is an opportunity for students toearn elective credit while working in a paid or volunteer setting.Students will develop job skills in an actual work setting obtainedon campus or in the community. Students apply work readinessskills and receive advanced training to prepare them for post secondaryjob placement.

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College Prep: No 0.500MA351SPersonal Finance

-Grades:Course description changed beginning 14-15 school year1st Semester of:MA 35 Personal FinanceDifficulty: Average 1-2 Sem. — ½ - 1 Math CreditThis course introduces students to the basics of financial literacyincluding such topics as creating personal financial goals, savingand investing, banking, using debit and credit cards, making majorpurchases, paying payroll and other taxes, and purchasing insurance.By emphasizing the importance of setting goals and creatinga financial plan, students learn to think before spending. Studentswill learn how credit scores can impact one's ability to secure aloan and, in some cases, determine whether they will be hired fora job. Students will also become familiar with some of the realitythat faces everyone when they get their first job, their first apartment,or just take on more personal financial responsibilities.Course contentand pace of instruction will be differentiated to meet the specializedneeds of the student.

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College Prep: No 0.500MA352SPersonal Finance

-Grades:Course description changed beginning 14-15 school year2nd Semester of:MA 35 Personal FinanceDifficulty: Average 1-2 Sem. — ½ - 1 Math CreditThis course introduces students to the basics of financial literacyincluding such topics as creating personal financial goals, savingand investing, banking, using debit and credit cards, making majorpurchases, paying payroll and other taxes, and purchasing insurance.By emphasizing the importance of setting goals and creatinga financial plan, students learn to think before spending. Studentswill learn how credit scores can impact one's ability to secure aloan and, in some cases, determine whether they will be hired fora job. Students will also become familiar with some of the realitythat faces everyone when they get their first job, their first apartment,or just take on more personal financial responsibilities. Course contentand pace of instruction will be differentiated to meet the specializedneeds of the student.

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College Prep: No 0.500PP04SPersonal Management

-Grades:Course description changed beginning 14-15 school yearPP 04S Personal Management2 - 6 Sem. — 1⁄2 Elective Credit/Sem.The student will demonstrate methods of understanding andaccepting self as a responsible and contributing member of thefamily, employment group, and community. Includes personal andsocial development, household management, community andagency resources, and consumer skills. Course content and pace ofinstruction will be differentiated to meet the specialized needs ofthe student.

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College Prep: No 0.500RD511SReading and Linguistics I

-Grades:Course description change beginning 14-15 school yearFirst Semenster of:2 Sem. - 1 Elective Cr.This series of courses is designed to meet the reading needs ofstudents.Instruction is provided in phonemic awareness, phonics,word recognition, spelling, vocabulary, morphology, grammar,reading comprehension, and writing. Assessment is required priorto placement in these classes. If these courses are taken in highschool, students will receive elective credit. Students do not receiveEnglish credit for these courses; in order to receive an English credit,the course must have an EN prefix.

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College Prep: No 0.500RD512SReading and Linguistics I

-Grades:Course description change beginning 14-15 school yearSecond Semester of:2 Sem. - 1 Elective Cr.This series of courses is designed to meet the reading needs ofstudents.Instruction is provided in phonemic awareness, phonics,word recognition, spelling, vocabulary, morphology, grammar,reading comprehension, and writing. Assessment is required priorto placement in these classes. If these courses are taken in highschool, students will receive elective credit. Students do not receiveEnglish credit for these courses; in order to receive an English credit,the course must have an EN prefix.

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College Prep: No 0.500RD521SReading and Linguistics II

-Grades:Course description change beginning 14-15 school yearFirst Semester of:Reading and Linguistics II2 Sem. — 1 Elective CreditThis series of courses is designed to meet the language needs ofstudents. Instruction is provided in phonemic awareness, phonics,word recognition, spelling, vocabulary, morphology, grammar,reading comprehension, and writing. Assessment is required priorto placement in these classes. If these courses are taken in highschool, students will receive elective credit. Students do notreceive English credit for these courses; in order to receive anEnglish credit, the course must have an EN prefix.

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College Prep: No 0.500RD522SReading and Linguistics II

-Grades:Course description change beginning 14-15 school yearSecond Semester of:Reading and Linguistics II2 Sem. — 1 Elective CreditThis series of courses is designed to meet the language needs ofstudents. Instruction is provided in phonemic awareness, phonics,word recognition, spelling, vocabulary, morphology, grammar,reading comprehension, and writing. Assessment is required priorto placement in these classes. If these courses are taken in highschool, students will receive elective credit. Students do notreceive English credit for these courses; in order to receive anEnglish credit, the course must have an EN prefix.

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College Prep: No 0.500RD531SReading and Linguistics III

-Grades:Course description change beginning 14-15 school yearFirst Semester of:RD53S Reading and Linguistics III2 Sem. — 1 Elective CreditThis series of courses is designed to meet the language needs ofstudents. Instruction is provided in phonemic awareness, phonics,word recognition, spelling, vocabulary, morphology, grammar,reading comprehension, and writing. Assessment is required priorto placement in these classes. If these courses are taken in highschool, students will receive elective credit. Students do notreceive English credit for these courses; in order to receive anEnglish credit, the course must have an EN prefix.

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College Prep: No 0.500RD532SReading and Linguistics III

-Grades:Course description change beginning 14-15 school yearSecond Semester of:RD53S Reading and Linguistics III2 Sem. — 1 Elective CreditThis series of courses is designed to meet the language needs ofstudents. Instruction is provided in phonemic awareness, phonics,word recognition, spelling, vocabulary, morphology, grammar,reading comprehension, and writing. Assessment is required priorto placement in these classes. If these courses are taken in highschool, students will receive elective credit. Students do notreceive English credit for these courses; in order to receive anEnglish credit, the course must have an EN prefix.

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College Prep: No 0.500RD541SReading and Linguistics IV

-Grades:Course description change beginning 14-15 school yearFirst Semester of:RD54S Reading and Linguistics IV2 Sem. — 1 Elective CreditThis series of courses is designed to meet the language needs ofstudents. Instruction is provided in phonemic awareness, phonics,word recognition, spelling, vocabulary, morphology, grammar,reading comprehension, and writing. Assessment is required priorto placement in these classes. If these courses are taken in highschool, students will receive elective credit. Students do notreceive English credit for these courses; in order to receive anEnglish credit, the course must have an EN prefix.

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College Prep: No 0.500RD542SReading and Linguistics IV

-Grades:Course description change beginning 14-15 school yearSecond Semester of:RD54S Reading and Linguistics IV2 Sem. — 1 Elective CreditThis series of courses is designed to meet the language needs ofstudents. Instruction is provided in phonemic awareness, phonics,word recognition, spelling, vocabulary, morphology, grammar,reading comprehension, and writing. Assessment is required priorto placement in these classes. If these courses are taken in highschool, students will receive elective credit. Students do notreceive English credit for these courses; in order to receive anEnglish credit, the course must have an EN prefix.

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College Prep: No 0.500RD551SReading and Linguistics V

-Grades:Course description change beginning 14-15 school yearFirst Semester of:RD55S Reading and Linguistics V2 Sem. — 1 Elective CreditThis series of courses is designed to meet the language needs ofstudents. Instruction is provided in phonemic awareness, phonics,word recognition, spelling, vocabulary, morphology, grammar,reading comprehension, and writing. Assessment is required priorto placement in these classes. If these courses are taken in highschool, students will receive elective credit. Students do notreceive English credit for these courses; in order to receive anEnglish credit, the course must have an EN prefix.

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College Prep: No 0.500RD552SReading and Linguistics V

-Grades:Course description change beginning 14-15 school yearSecond Semester of:RD55S Reading and Linguistics V2 Sem. — 1 Elective CreditThis series of courses is designed to meet the language needs ofstudents. Instruction is provided in phonemic awareness, phonics,word recognition, spelling, vocabulary, morphology, grammar,reading comprehension, and writing. Assessment is required priorto placement in these classes. If these courses are taken in highschool, students will receive elective credit. Students do notreceive English credit for these courses; in order to receive anEnglish credit, the course must have an EN prefix.

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College Prep: No 0.500RD561SReading and Linguistics VI

-Grades:Course description change beginning 14-15 school yearFirst Semester of:RD56S Reading and Linguistics VI2 Sem. — 1 Elective CreditThis series of courses is designed to meet the language needs ofstudents. Instruction is provided in phonemic awareness, phonics,word recognition, spelling, vocabulary, morphology, grammar,reading comprehension, and writing. Assessment is required priorto placement in these classes. If these courses are taken in highschool, students will receive elective credit. Students do notreceive English credit for these courses; in order to receive anEnglish credit, the course must have an EN prefix.

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College Prep: No 0.500RD562SReading and Linguistics VI

-Grades:Course description change beginning 14-15 school yearSecond Semester of:RD56S Reading and Linguistics VI2 Sem. — 1 Elective CreditThis series of courses is designed to meet the language needs ofstudents. Instruction is provided in phonemic awareness, phonics,word recognition, spelling, vocabulary, morphology, grammar,reading comprehension, and writing. Assessment is required priorto placement in these classes. If these courses are taken in highschool, students will receive elective credit. Students do notreceive English credit for these courses; in order to receive anEnglish credit, the course must have an EN prefix.

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College Prep: No 1.000PP39SReading I

-Grades:Course description changed beginning 14-15 school yearPP 39S Reading I2 Sem. — 1 Elective CreditThis course provides instruction based on the Arizona College andCareer Ready Standards for reading. Emphasis is on increasing andrefining reading skills in the area of understanding the meaning ofnew words, using functional text, connecting information withexperiences, and using graphic organizers.

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College Prep: No 1.000PP65SReading II

-Grades:Course description changed beginning 14-15 school yearPP 65S Reading II2 Sem. — 1 Elective CreditThis course provides instruction based on the Arizona State Standardsfor reading. Emphasis is on increasing and refining readingskills in the area of understanding the sequencing of events, identifyingthe characters, setting, problem, and solution of a story,answer questions using organizational features found in expositorytest, using information from multiple sources to solve a problemand identifying the purpose of functional text.

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College Prep: No 0.500PP36SSecondary Work Experience (Functional)

-Grades:Course description changed beginning 14-15 school yearPP 36S Secondary Work Experience1 or 2 Sem. — 1⁄2 or 1 Elective CreditSWEP is a vocational course that provides job readiness experiencewhile training on a job site generally within the school or community.Students are in the classroom 1 hour per day and then spenda minimum of 225 minutes per week in a training environment.Students receive credit toward graduation but are not paid forthese work experiences. The program can be used as the vocationalclass prerequisite for OJT.

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College Prep: No 1.000EN49SSenior English

-Grades:EN 49S Senior EnglishDifficulty: Average 2 Sem. — 1 English CreditPrerequisites: EN 34 or EN 48Senior English is a year-long course that integrates writing for avariety of purposes and audiences with literature study. Writingincludes a focus on "real world" skills, including expository,communication, research and analysis modes. Universal themes inliterature are explored in a variety of fiction, non-fiction, poetry anddrama selections. Readings from a broad variety of authors (westerncivilization, world and English literature, multicultural literature,mythology, science fiction and fantasy literature) is surveyed. Coursemay be taken only upon teacher approval . Course content and pace ofinstruction will be differentiated to meet the specialized needs of thestudent.

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College Prep: No 0.500EN50SSenior Literature

-Grades:Course description changed beginning 14-15 school yearEN 50S Senior Literature1 Sem. — 1⁄2 English CreditThis course is designed specifically for seniors interested in generalsurvey of the literature as opposed to the more specific, advancedliterature courses. Course content and pace of instruction will bedifferentiated to meet the specialized needs of the student.

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College Prep: No 0.500PP85SService Learning

-Grades:Course description changed beginning 14-15 school yearPP 85S Service Learning2 hrs./week = 1⁄2 Elective Credit/Sem.5 hrs./week = 1 Elective Credit/Sem.A chance to do volunteer service in the community for experienceand training.

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College Prep: No 0.500EN471SSophomore English

-Grades:EN471S First Semester Sophomore English- Course added beginningwith the 15-16 school year.

Second Semester Sophomore English EN472S- Course addedbeginning of 15-16 School YearThis course integrates the principals of survey literature andcomposition. Course content combines the study and skill of effectivewriting for a variety of purposes. Writing exercises emphasize thewriting process, research, critical and creative thinking, language skills;and are based on literary models. Literature study introduces literaryterminology, critical and analytical reading, and appreciation ofliterature. EN47S: Course may be taken only upon teacher approval.Course content and pace of instruction will be differentiated to meet thespecialized needs of the student.

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College Prep: No 0.500EN472SSophomore English

-Grades:Second Semester Sophomore English EN472S- Course addedbeginning of 15-16 School YearThis course integrates the principals of survey literature andcomposition. Course content combines the study and skill of effectivewriting for a variety of purposes. Writing exercises emphasize thewriting process, research, critical and creative thinking, language skills;and are based on literary models. Literature study introduces literaryterminology, critical and analytical reading, and appreciation ofliterature. EN47S: Course may be taken only upon teacher approval.Course content and pace of instruction will be differentiated to meet thespecialized needs of the student.

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College Prep: No 0.500EN381SSophomore Essentials of Reading and Writing

-Grades:Course description changed beginning 14-15 school yearFirst Semester of:EN 38S Sophomore Essentials of Reading and Writing2 Sem. - 1 Cr.This course reinforces basic skills in reading and writing whileteaching the essential skills at a slower, more individual pace.Course content and pace of instruction will be differentiated to meet thespecialized needs of the student.

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College Prep: No 0.500EN382SSophomore Essentials of Reading and Writing

-Grades:Course description changed beginning 14-15 school yearSecond Semester of:EN 38S Sophomore Essentials of Reading and Writing2 Sem. - 1 Cr.This course reinforces basic skills in reading and writing whileteaching the essential skills at a slower, more individual pace.Course content and pace of instruction will be differentiated to meet thespecialized needs of the student.

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College Prep: No 0.500SK10SStudy Skills

-Grades:Course description change beginning 14-15 school yearSK 10S Study Skills1 - 2 Sem. - 1/2 - 1 Cr.A course to teach skills in organization, reading, note taking, testtaking, assignment completion, stress and time management,communication and self advocacy with an emphasis on applicationof strategies to content areas. Course content and pace of instructionwill be differentiated to meet the specialized needs of the student.

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College Prep: No 1.500PP25SVocational Exploration Program (VEP)

-Grades:Course Description changed beginning 14-15 school yearPP 25S Vocational Exploration Program (V.E.P.)2 Sem. — 3 Elective CreditA vocational training and assessment program that emphasizesstudents' appropriate work behavior, social/communication, andself-help skills. Students will explore and receive training in suchareas as job readiness skills, domestic skills, food service skills,home maintenance skills, grounds maintenance skills andoffice/clerical skills. On campus and off campus volunteer workopportunities provide a variety of work experiences.

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College Prep: No 0.500PP86SVocational Training Experience

-Grades:Course description changed beginning 14-15 school yearPP 86S Vocational Training Experience2 hrs./week = 1⁄2 Elective Credit/Sem.5 hrs./week = 1 Elective Credit/Sem.The program fits the individual need of the student. Many studentswill also be involved with Vocational Rehabilitation or othercommunity agencies.

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College Prep: No 0.500PP63SWorkplace Skills

-Grades:PP 63S Workplace Skills2 Sem. — 1 Elective CreditThis course includes appropriate opportunities/activities for trainingstudents to acquire and perform meaningful work skills andhabits in a variety of integrated work environments.

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College Prep: No 0.500SS221SWorld History/Geography

-Grades:Course Activated beginning with the 15-16 school year

World History/GeographyDifficulty- Average 2 Sem. 1 Social Studies CreditSS221SThe course traces the development of civilizations from early prehistoricpeople to the present and includes the teaching of geographicconcepts. NOTE: This course meets the high school graduationrequirement for World History. SS22S: Course may be taken only uponteacher approval. course content and pace of instruction will bedifferentiated to meet the specialized needs of the student.

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College Prep: No 0.500SS222SWorld History/Geography

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World History/GeographyDifficulty- Average 2 Sem. 1 Social Studies CreditSS222SThe course traces the development of civilizations from early prehistoricpeople to the present and includes the teaching of geographicconcepts. NOTE: This course meets the high school graduationrequirement for World History. SS22S: Course may be taken only uponteacher approval. course content and pace of instruction will bedifferentiated to meet the specialized needs of the student.

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College Prep: No 1.000PP42SWriting

-Grades:Course description changed beginning 14-15 school yearPP 42S Writing2 Sem. — 1 English CreditThis course provides instruction in basic written language skills.Emphasis on increasing and refining skills necessary for independentliving.

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College Prep: No 0.500SS51American Government

-Grades:*SS 51 American GovernmentDifficulty: Average 1 Sem. — 1⁄2 Social Studies CreditPrerequisites: 1 year of American HistoryThe fundamentals of government on the national, state and locallevels will be examined, including the three branches of government,rights and responsibilities of American citizenship, and thedevelopment and role of political parties. NOTE: This coursemeets the graduation requirement for Government.

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College Prep: No 0.500SS351American History

-Grades:Course Description/Title changed beginning with the 15-16 school year.First Semester of:*SS 35 American HistoryDifficulty: Average 2 Sem. — 1 Social Studies CreditThis course examines the history of the United States beginningwith Pre-Columbian Native cultures of North America continent throughcontemporary issues affecting the United States today. NOTE: Thiscourse meets the high school graduation requirement forAmerican/Arizona History. SS35S: Course may be taken only uponteacher approval. Course content and pace of instruction will bedifferentiated to meet the specialized needs of the student.

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College Prep: No 0.500SS352American History

-Grades:Course Description/Title changed beginning with the 15-16 school year.Second Semester of:*SS 35 American HistoryDifficulty: Average 2 Sem. — 1 Social Studies CreditThis course examines the history of the United States beginningwith Pre-Columbian Native cultures of North America continent throughcontemporary issues affecting the United States today. NOTE: Thiscourse meets the high school graduation requirement forAmerican/Arizona History. SS35S: Course may be taken only uponteacher approval. Course content and pace of instruction will bedifferentiated to meet the specialized needs of the student.

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College Prep: No 0.500SS56WAP Comparative Government and Politics

-Grades:*SS 56 AP Comparative Government and PoliticsDifficulty: High 2 Sem. — 1 Elective CreditPrerequisite: Teacher approvalThis course will provide students the conceptual tools to developan understanding of some of the world's diverse political structuresand practices. The course will encompass the study of six specificcountries and their governments as well as general concepts usedto interpret the political relationships and institutions found in virtuallyall national politics. Students will take an AP exam in May.See your school counselor if you have a financial hardship. NOTE:This is a weighted course.

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College Prep: No 0.500SS67WAP Human Geography

-Grades:*SS 67 AP Human GeographyDifficulty : High 2 Sem. — 1 Elective CreditIntroduces student to cultural geography through an examination ofworld, national and local regions with a focus on cultures, populationtrends and issues, patterns of rural and urban land use, growth anddevelopment of cities, and economic development issues. Studentswill take an AP exam in May. See your school counselor if you have afinancial hardship. NOTE: This is a weighted course.

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College Prep: No 0.500SS79WAP Psychology

-Grades:*SS 79 AP PsychologyDifficulty: High 2 Sem. — 1 Elective CreditThe purpose of the Advanced Placement Psychology course is tointroduce students to the systematic and scientific study of thebehavior and mental processes of humans and other animals. Studentsare exposed to the psychological facts, principles, and phenomenaassociated with each of the major subfields withinpsychology. They also learn about the methods psychologists usein their scientific research and practice. Students should be preparedto complete work equivalent to what they would encounterin an introductory college course in psychology. Students will takean AP exam in May. See your school counselor if you have a financialhardship. NOTE: This is a weighted course.

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College Prep: No 0.500SS52WAP United States Government and Politics

-Grades:*SS 52 AP United States Government and PoliticsDifficulty: High 2 Sem. — 1 Social Studies CreditPrerequisites: 1 year American HistoryThis course provides an analytical perspective on government andpolitics in the United States. This course involves both the study ofgeneral concepts used to interpret U.S. politics and the analysis ofspecific case studies. Students will take an AP exam in May. Seeyour school counselor if you have a financial hardship. NOTE: Thiscourse meets the high school graduation requirements for Governmentand Economics. NOTE: This is a weighted course.

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College Prep: No 0.500SS39WAP US History

-Grades:**SS 39 AP United States HistoryDifficulty: High 2 Sem. — 1 Social Studies CreditThis course is designed to replicate a college-level introductoryUnited States History Survey Course. It will focus on preparingthe students to critically analyze both primary and secondarysources, develop a thesis, and support it with concrete historicalevidence and stress the understanding of key components containedin America's past. Students will take an AP exam in May.See your school counselor if you have a financial hardship. NOTE:This course meets graduation requirements for American/ArizonaHistory. NOTE: This is a weighted course.

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College Prep: No 0.500SS50WAP World History

-Grades:*SS 50 AP World HistoryDifficulty: High 2 Sem. — 1 Social Studies CreditThis course will provide the motivated student with a greaterunderstanding of the evolution of global processes and contacts indifferent types of human societies through the study of world history.Students will trace the development of cultural, political,social, intellectual, and economic history through several chronologicalperiods including: Ancient Greece and Rome, The MiddleAges, Renaissance, Industrial Revolution, World War I, World WarII and the Cold War. Particular attention will be given to thedevelopment of college prep skills. Students will take an AP exam inMay. See your school counselor if you have a financial hardship. NOTE:This course meets the graduation requirement for World History. NOTE:This is a weighted course.

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College Prep: No 0.500SS05Current Events

-Grades:SS 05 Current EventsDifficulty: Average 1 Sem. — 1⁄2 Elective CreditAcquaints the student with the influences of current eventspresently taking place around the world. Includes newspaper,media presentations and debates as classroom resources. Becausethe content of this course is dependent upon current events, awide variety of subjects might be covered.

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College Prep: No 0.500SS63Holocaust Studies

-Grades:SS 63 Holocaust StudiesDifficulty: Average 1 Sem. — 1⁄2 Elective CreditHolocaust Studies is a semester course designed to teach studentswhy, how, what, when, and where the Holocaust tookplace, including the key historical trends/antecedents that led upto and culminated in the "final solution".

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College Prep: No 0.500SS90WIB Economics I Higher Level

Grades:SS 90 IB Economics I Higher LevelDifficulty: High 2 Sem. — 1 Economics/Social Studies CreditGrade: 11Prerequisites: IB Coordinator ApprovalThis course will prepare students for enrollment in IB Economics IIHL. Students will study the interaction of the United States government,business and consumers in the marketplace, with aheavy emphasis on international markets and global trade. Thiscourse is part of the IB Diploma Programme. NOTE: This is aweighted course. NOTE: This course meets the graduationrequirement for Government and Economics.

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College Prep: No 0.500SS91WIB Economics II Higher Level

-Grades:*SS 91 IB Economics II Higher LevelDifficulty: High 2 Sem. — 1 Economics/Social Studies CreditGrade: 12Prerequisite: SS 90This course will prepare students for the AP macro/micro examsand the IB higher-level economics exam. Students will study theinteraction of the United States government, business and consumersin the marketplace, with an emphasis on international marketsand global trade. This course is part of the IB DiplomaProgramme. NOTE: This is a weighted course.

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College Prep: No 0.500SS88WIB Economics Standard Level

-Grades:SS 88 IB ECONOMICS Standard LevelDifficulty: High 2 Sem. — 1 Economics/Social Studies Cr.Grades: 11-12Prerequisites: IB Coordinator ApprovalThis course will prepare students for the IB Standard Level economicsexam. Students will study the interaction of the UnitedStates government, business and consumers in the marketplace,with an emphasis on international markets and global trade. Thiscourse is part of the IB Diploma Programme. NOTE: This is aweighted course. NOTE: This course meets the graduationrequirement for Government and Economics.

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College Prep: No 0.500SS92WIB History of the Americas I

-Grades:*SS 92 & SS 93 IB History of the Americas I & IIDifficulty: High 4 Sem. — 2 Social Studies CreditGrades: 11-12Prerequisites: IB Coordinator ApprovalThis is a two-year course at the Higher Level. This is a comparativecourse which will integrate the history of the United States and thehistories of Canada and Latin America as well. It is designed topromote an awareness and understanding of countries in theWestern Hemisphere and development of cognitive habits. Studentsare introduced to the Americas through a comparative multiregionalanalysis of cultural, political, social and economic issues.The junior year students will begin an in-depth study of the UnitedStates, Canada and Latin America from the 1850's to the1970's. The senior year will continue to center on an analysis ofthe Western Hemisphere in the 20th century with additionalemphasis on the causes, effects and consequences of war, the riseof single party states and the Cold War. These courses are part ofthe IB Diploma Programme. NOTE: These are weighted courses.

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College Prep: No 0.500SS93WIB History of the Americas II

-Grades:*SS 92 & SS 93 IB History of the Americas I & IIDifficulty: High 4 Sem. — 2 Social Studies CreditGrades: 11-12Prerequisites: IB Coordinator ApprovalThis is a two-year course at the Higher Level. This is a comparativecourse which will integrate the history of the United States and thehistories of Canada and Latin America as well. It is designed topromote an awareness and understanding of countries in theWestern Hemisphere and development of cognitive habits. Studentsare introduced to the Americas through a comparative multiregionalanalysis of cultural, political, social and economic issues.The junior year students will begin an in-depth study of the UnitedStates, Canada and Latin America from the 1850's to the1970's. The senior year will continue to center on an analysis ofthe Western Hemisphere in the 20th century with additionalemphasis on the causes, effects and consequences of war, the riseof single party states and the Cold War. These courses are part ofthe IB Diploma Programme. NOTE: These are weighted courses.

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College Prep: No 0.500SS36WIB MYP Honors American History

Grades:*SS 36 IB MYP Honors American HistoryDifficulty: High 2 Sem. — 1 Social Studies CreditGrade: 10Prerequisites: IB Coordinator ApprovalThis course is a prerequisite to the IB Diploma Programme courses.The course is designed to teach not only the historical record ofthe United States, but also a dynamic range in interpretations ofAmerican History. Students will receive instruction that goes beyondthe facts to the meaning, impact, and influence of historicaldevelopments. Historiography will be an essential element of thecourse, as well as critical analysis of the past in order to drawinferences for the future. This course will cover the nation's evolutionfrom the colonial period to modern times. The key concept to rememberinthis course is that history is very much alive and constantly evolving.NOTE: This course meets the high school graduation requirement forAmerican History. NOTE: This is a weighted course.

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College Prep: No 0.500SS26WIB MYP World History/Geography

Grades:*SS 26 IB MYP World History/GeographyDifficulty: High 2 Sem. — 1 Social Studies CreditGrade: 9Prerequisites: IB Middle Years Programme StudentA rigorous course that encourages students to respect and understandthe world around them, and provides a skills base to facilitatefurther study. Students gain and develop knowledge andconceptual understanding as well as the skills of research, analysis,interpretation and communication, contributing to the developmentof the student as a whole. The curriculum traces the developmentof civilizations from early prehistoric people to the presentand includes the teaching of geographic concepts. NOTE: Thiscourse meets the high school graduation requirement for WorldHistory. NOTE: This is a weighted course.

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College Prep: No 0.500SS97WIB Psychology Higher Level I

Grades:SS 97 IB Psychology Higher Level IDifficulty: High 2 Sem. — 1 Elective CreditGrade: 11Prerequisites: IB Coordinator ApprovalThe first year will be an intense focus on four major theoreticalperspectives:Biological, Behavior, Cognitive and Humanistic. The focuswill be on the analysis of the philosophical roots, supportive andcritical research, internal and external variants, prediction and control.Assessments for these courses will attempt to measure the studentsability to articulate and incorporate content with the processesof analysis and synthesis of relevant information. This course is partof the IB Diploma Programme. NOTE: This is a weighted course.

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College Prep: No 0.500SS98WIB Psychology Higher Level II

Grades:SS 98 IB Psychology Higher Level IIDifficulty: High 2 Sem. — 1 Elective CreditGrade: 12Prerequisites: SS 97The second year IB students will rigorously implement the attitudeand methodology necessary to the science of psychology.Content will focus around the psychodynamic perspective and theorigin, nature and treatment of mental disorders. Assessments forthese courses will measure the students ability to articulate andincorporate content with the processes of analysis and synthesis ofrelevant information. This course is part of the IB Diploma Programme.NOTE: This is a weighted course.

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College Prep: No 0.500SS89WIB Psychology Standard Level

-Grades:SS 89 IB Psychology Standard LevelDifficulty: High 2 Sem. — 1 Elective CreditGrades: 11-12Prerequisites: IB Coordinator ApprovalThis course introduces students to the systematic and scientificstudy of the behavior and mental processes of humans and otheranimals. Students are exposed to the psychological facts, principles,and phenomena associated with each of the major subfields withinpsychology. They also learn about the methods psychologistsuse in their scientific research and practice. Students should beprepared to complete work equivalent to what they would encounter inan introductory college course in psychology. This course is part of theIB Diploma Programme. NOTE: This is a weighted course.

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College Prep: No 0.500SS951IB Theory of Knowledge

-Grades:First Semester of:*SS 95 IB Theory of KnowledgeDifficulty: High 2 Sem. — 1 Fine Arts/Elective CreditGrades: 11-12Prerequisites: IB Coordinator ApprovalThe purpose of Theory of Knowledge (TOK) is to stimulate reflectionon the knowledge and the experience of students both in andoutside the classroom. TOK examines various areas of knowledge,truth, logic, value judgments and the role of language and thoughtin knowledge. The course challenges students to question the basisof knowledge, to be aware of subjective and ideological biases andto develop a personal mode of thought based on analysis of evidenceand expressed in rational arguments. Two essays written onprescribed topics make up TOK's assessment. This course is part ofthe IB Diploma Programme. NOTE: This is a weighted course.

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College Prep: No 0.500SS952IB Theory of Knowledge

-Grades:Second Semester of:*SS 95 IB Theory of KnowledgeDifficulty: High 2 Sem. — 1 Fine Arts/Elective CreditGrades: 11-12Prerequisites: IB Coordinator ApprovalThe purpose of Theory of Knowledge (TOK) is to stimulate reflectionon the knowledge and the experience of students both in andoutside the classroom. TOK examines various areas of knowledge,truth, logic, value judgments and the role of language and thoughtin knowledge. The course challenges students to question the basisof knowledge, to be aware of subjective and ideological biases andto develop a personal mode of thought based on analysis of evidenceand expressed in rational arguments. Two essays written onprescribed topics make up TOK's assessment. This course is part ofthe IB Diploma Programme. NOTE: This is a weighted course.

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College Prep: No 0.500SS57Principles and Practices of Economics

-Grades:*SS 57 Principles and Practices of EconomicsDifficulty: Average 1 Sem. — 1⁄2 Social Studies CreditPrerequisite: 1 year of American HistoryFamiliarizes the student with basic principles of economics, with anemphasis on capitalism and resource allocation. Included are theprinciples of financial management and career planning. Close attentionis given to micro and macro economic applications. NOTE: This coursemeets the high school graduation requirement for Economics.

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College Prep: No 0.500SS221World History/Geography

-Grades:Course Activated beginning with the 15-16 school yearWorld History/GeographyDifficulty- Average 2 Sem. 1 Social Studies CreditThe course traces the development of civilizations from early prehistoricpeople to the present and includes the teaching of geographicconcepts. NOTE: This course meets the high school graduationrequirement for World History. SS22S: Course may be taken only uponteacher approval. course content and pace of instruction will bedifferentiated to meet the specialized needs of the student.

Old Info:World History/Geography II (Spring)

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College Prep: No 0.500SS222World History/Geography

-Grades:Course Activated beginning with the 15-16 school year

World History/GeographyDifficulty- Average 2 Sem. 1 Social Studies CreditThe course traces the development of civilizations from early prehistoricpeople to the present and includes the teaching of geographicconcepts. NOTE: This course meets the high school graduationrequirement for World History. SS22S: Course may be taken only uponteacher approval. course content and pace of instruction will bedifferentiated to meet the specialized needs of the student.

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College Prep: No 0.500TS32Driver Education

-Grades:TS 32 Driver EducationDifficulty: Average 1 Sem. — 1⁄2 Elective CreditGrades: 10-12Fees: Fee is paid through the school bookstore for optionalbehind the wheel trainingDriver Education is a one-semester course aimed at the developmentof the knowledge, skills and attitude necessary for performingas a competent vehicle operator and highway user.It is a multi-phase program consisting of classroom instruction,simulator instruction and on-street instruction. The on-streetinstruction is conducted before and after school, on week-endsand vacation days.The course is open to all students who will be 15 years and sixmonths or older by November 1st for the first semester, and April1st for the second semester. (Normally 10th grade).The completion of this course, including the optional on-the-streetinstruction, may qualify the student for an insurance premium reduction.The student must earn a "C" or better in all phases to receivethe Certificate of Completion Card upon completion of the course.As all Mesa high schools' Traffic Safety programs are StateApproved, the course qualifies as one of the methods for the studentsto obtain their Drivers License under the State's GraduatedLicense program. Also, the fee paid for Behind-the-Wheel qualifiesfor the extra -curricular State tax credit (ECA).

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College Prep: No 1.000WL45WAP French Language and Culture

-Grades:WL45 AP French Language and CultureDifficulty: Average-High 2 Sem. — 1 WL CreditPrerequisites: WL Level IIIExpanded language skills are developed, with emphasis onconversation, discussion, and production of compositions. Appropriatereadings are drawn from a variety of literary sources. Skills necessaryto take the Advanced Placement language test are emphasized.Appropriate cultural components are studied. Students will take an APexam in May. See your school counselor if you have a financialhardship. NOTE: These are weighted courses.

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College Prep: No 0.500WL25WAP Spanish Language & Culture

-Grades:Difficulty: Average-High 2 Sem. — 1 WL CreditPrerequisites: WL Level IIIExpanded language skills are developed, with emphasis onconversation, discussion, and production of compositions. Appropriatereadings are drawn from a variety of literary sources. Skills necessaryto take the Advanced Placement language test are emphasized.Appropriate cultural components are studied. Students will take an APexam in May. See your school counselor if you have a financialhardship. NOTE: These are weighted courses.

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College Prep: No 0.500WL26WAP Spanish Literature & Culture

-Grades:New Course Title Beginning with the 15-16 School Year:AP Spanish Literature & Culture*WL 26 AP Spanish LiteratureDifficulty: Average-High 2 Sem. — 1 WL CreditGrade: 11-12Prerequisites: WL 24 or 25, WL 81For the proficient Spanish student, this course is designed to refinelinguistic skills integrated with focus on literature and literary analysis.The student will develop the skills necessary to take the APExam in Spanish Literature. Students will take an AP exam in May.See your school counselor if you have a financial hardship. NOTE:This is a weighted course.

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College Prep: No 0.500WL421French II

-Grades:First Semester of:WL42 French IIDifficulty: Average-High 2 Sem. — 1 WL CreditPrerequisites: WL Level IFeatures application of language skills in reading, writing, andconversation. Level I skills are reviewed and maintained. Appropriatecultural components are studied.

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College Prep: No 0.500WL422French II

-Grades:Second Semester of:WL42 French IIDifficulty: Average-High 2 Sem. — 1 WL CreditPrerequisites: WL Level IFeatures application of language skills in reading, writing, andconversation. Level I skills are reviewed and maintained. Appropriatecultural components are studied.

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College Prep: No 0.500WL43WFrench III

-Grades:WL 43 French IIIDifficulty: Average-High 2 Sem. — 1 WL CreditPrerequisites: WL Level IIStudents develop and demonstrate language skills in moreadvanced forms of written and oral expression. Appropriate culturalcomponents are studied. NOTE: These are weighted courses.

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College Prep: No 0.500WL91WIB French Standard Level

-Grades:*WL 91 IB French Standard LevelDifficulty: High 2 Sem. — 1 Elective/WL CreditGrade: 11-12Prerequisites: WL 43 French III, teacher recommendationDesigned to expand and develop oral communication, listening,reading and writing skills. Appropriate cultural elements will alsobe included. Students develop the skills needed for both the APand IB examinations. This course is part of the IB Diploma Programme.NOTE: This is a weighted course.

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College Prep: No 0.500WL92WIB Mandarin Chinese Standard Level I

-Grades:Course Title Change 13-14 from IB Chinese Standard Level*WL 92 IB Mandarin Chinese Standard Level IGrade: 11-12 2 Sem. — 1 Elective/WL CreditPrerequisites: WL 13 Chinese III, teacher recommendationThis course focuses on preparing students for the standard level ofthe International Baccalaureate Chinese Examination. Students willadvance their ability to communicate in Chinese in all four skillareas as they explore themes of change, groups and leisurethrough the study of geography, history, art, music and literature.Students who are not enrolled in the IB Diploma Programme mayopt to take the AP Chinese Exam. This course is part of the IBDiploma Programme. NOTE: This is a weighted course.

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College Prep: No 0.500WL93WIB Mandarin Chinese Standard Level II

-Grades:New Course Starting 2013-2014*WL 93 IB Mandarin Chinese Standard Level IIGrade: 11-12 2 Sem. — 1 Elective/WL CreditPrerequisite: WL 92, teacher recommendationThis course continues the students preparation for the standardlevel of the International Baccalaureate Chinese Examination. Studentswill continue to advance their ability to communicate in Chinesein all four skill areas as they further explore themes ofchange, groups and leisure through the study of geography, history,art, music and literature. Students who are not enrolled in theIB Diploma Programme may opt to take the AP Chinese Exam.This course is part of the IB Diploma Programme. NOTE: This is aweighted course.

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College Prep: No 0.500WL94WIB Spanish Higher Level I

-Grades:New Course ID change 13-14 from WL24W*WL 94 IB Spanish Higher Level IDifficulty: High 2 Sem. — 1 Elective/WL CreditGrade: 11-12Prerequisites: WL 23, teacher recommendationFocuses on preparing students for the standard level of theInternational Baccalaureate Spanish examination. Students willadvance their ability to communicate in Spanish in all four skills areasas they explore themes of change, groups and leisure through the studyof geography, history, art, music and literature. Students who are notenrolled in the IB Diploma Programme may opt to take the AP Spanishexam. This course is part of the IB Diploma Programme. NOTE: This isa weighted course.

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College Prep: No 0.500WL27WIB Spanish Higher Level II

-Grades:*WL 27 IB Spanish Higher Level IIDifficulty: High 2 Sem — 1 Elective/WL CreditPrerequisites: WL 24 or WL 90IB Spanish HL 2 focuses on preparing students for the higher levelof the International Baccalaureate Spanish examination. Studentswill continue to advance their ability to communicate in Spanish inall four skills areas as they explore themes of change, groups andleisure through the study of geography, history, art, music and literature.Students who are not enrolled in the IB Diploma Programmemay opt to take the AP Spanish exam. This course is partof the IB Diploma Programme. Note: This is a weighted course.

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College Prep: No 0.500WL90WIB Spanish Standard Level I

-Grades:Course Title change 13-14*WL 90 IB Spanish Standard LevelDifficulty: High 2 Sem. — 1 Elective/WL CreditGrade: 11-12Prerequisites: WL 23 Spanish III, teacher recommendationFocuses on preparing students for the standard level of theInternational Baccalaureate Spanish examination. Students willadvance their ability to communicate in Spanish in all four skills areasas they explore themes of change, groups and leisure through the studyof geography, history, art, music and literature. Students who are notenrolled in the IB Diploma Programme may opt to take the AP Spanishexam. This course is part of the IB Diploma Programme. NOTE: This isa weighted course.

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College Prep: No 0.500WL111Mandarin Chinese I

-Grades:First Semester of:Mandarin Chinese IDifficulty: Average-High 2 Sem. — 1 WL CreditPrerequisites: Average or above average in EnglishIntroduces students to the basic vocabulary of the language andcomponents of the culture of the countries in which the languageis spoken. Prepares students to begin to read, write, speak andunderstand the language.

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College Prep: No 0.500WL112Mandarin Chinese I

-Grades:Second Semester of:Mandarin Chinese IDifficulty: Average-High 2 Sem. — 1 WL CreditPrerequisites: Average or above average in EnglishIntroduces students to the basic vocabulary of the language andcomponents of the culture of the countries in which the languageis spoken. Prepares students to begin to read, write, speak andunderstand the language.

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College Prep: No 0.500WL121Mandarin Chinese II

-Grades:First Semester of:WL 12 Mandarin Chinese IIDifficulty: Average-High 2 Sem. — 1 WL CreditPrerequisites: WL Level IFeatures application of language skills in reading, writing, andconversation. Level I skills are reviewed and maintained. Appropriatecultural components are studied.

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College Prep: No 0.500WL122Mandarin Chinese II

-Grades:Second Semester of:WL 12 Mandarin Chinese IIDifficulty: Average-High 2 Sem. — 1 WL CreditPrerequisites: WL Level IFeatures application of language skills in reading, writing, andconversation. Level I skills are reviewed and maintained. Appropriatecultural components are studied.

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College Prep: No 0.500WL13WMandarin Chinese III

-Grades:WL13 Mandarin Chinese IIIDifficulty: Average-High 2 Sem. — 1 WL CreditPrerequisites: WL Level IIStudents develop and demonstrate language skills in moreadvanced forms of written and oral expression. Appropriate culturalcomponents are studied. NOTE: These are weighted courses.

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College Prep: No 0.500WL811Spanish for Spanish Speakers I

-Grades:First Semester of:*WL 81 Spanish for Spanish Speakers IDifficulty: Average-High 2 Sem. — 1 Elective/WL CreditDesigned for, but not limited to ELL and bilingual Spanish/Englishstudents, this literature-based class focuses on reading and writingskills in Spanish while exploring and improving comprehension ofliterary works. WL 81 emphasizes the writing process, vocabularyenrichment, grammar, and usage skills.

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College Prep: No 0.500WL812Spanish for Spanish Speakers I

-Grades:Second Semester of:*WL 81 Spanish for Spanish Speakers IDifficulty: Average-High 2 Sem. — 1 Elective/WL CreditDesigned for, but not limited to ELL and bilingual Spanish/Englishstudents, this literature-based class focuses on reading and writingskills in Spanish while exploring and improving comprehension ofliterary works. WL 81 emphasizes the writing process, vocabularyenrichment, grammar, and usage skills.

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College Prep: No 0.500WL821Spanish for Spanish Speakers II

-Grades:First Semester of:*WL 82 Spanish for Spanish Speakers IIDifficulty: Average-High 2 Sem. — 1 Elective/WL CreditDesigned for, but not limited to ELL and bilingual Spanish/Englishstudents, this literature-based class focuses on cultural and literarythemes. The class emphasizes literary analysis and terminology aswell as advanced composition skills. WL 82 prepares students forWL 24 or WL 25 Spanish Language.

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College Prep: No 0.500WL822Spanish for Spanish Speakers II

-Grades:Second Semester of:*WL 82 Spanish for Spanish Speakers IIDifficulty: Average-High 2 Sem. — 1 Elective/WL CreditDesigned for, but not limited to ELL and bilingual Spanish/Englishstudents, this literature-based class focuses on cultural and literarythemes. The class emphasizes literary analysis and terminology aswell as advanced composition skills. WL 82 prepares students forWL 24 or WL 25 Spanish Language.

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College Prep: No 0.500WL211Spanish I

-Grades:First Semester of:WL21 Spanish IDifficulty: Average-High 2 Sem. — 1 WL CreditPrerequisites: Average or above average in EnglishIntroduces students to the basic vocabulary of the language andcomponents of the culture of the countries in which the languageis spoken. Prepares students to begin to read, write, speak andunderstand the language.

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College Prep: No 0.500WL212Spanish I

-Grades:Second Semester of:WL21 Spanish IDifficulty: Average-High 2 Sem. — 1 WL CreditPrerequisites: Average or above average in EnglishIntroduces students to the basic vocabulary of the language andcomponents of the culture of the countries in which the languageis spoken. Prepares students to begin to read, write, speak andunderstand the language.

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College Prep: No 0.500WL221Spanish II

-Grades:First Semester of:WL22 Spanish IIDifficulty: Average - High 2 Sem. 1 Cr.Prerequisites: WL Level IFeatures application of language skills in reading, writing, andconversation. Level I skills are reviewed and maintained. Appropriatecultural components are studied.

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College Prep: No 0.500WL222Spanish II

-Grades:Second Semester of:WL22 Spanish IIDifficulty: Average - High 2 Sem. 1 Cr.Prerequisites: WL Level IFeatures application of language skills in reading, writing, andconversation. Level I skills are reviewed and maintained. Appropriatecultural components are studied.

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College Prep: No 0.500WL23WSpanish III

-Grades:WL 23 Spanish IIIDifficulty: Average-High 2 Sem. — 1 WL CreditPrerequisites: WL Level IIStudents develop and demonstrate language skills in moreadvanced forms of written and oral expression. Appropriate culturalcomponents are studied. NOTE: These are weighted courses.

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