English Language Arts Courses

INTRO TO LIT COMP 9A/9B
Length/Credit: Yearlong / 0.5 LA credit per semester
Prerequisite: 9th Grade
Other: This course is required for 9th graders

Introduction to Literature and Composition is an integrated yearlong course that concentrates on guided and critical reading of a diverse range of texts from different genres that reflect themes of identity and self-discovery and where the focus of composition is developing clear and purposeful writing. Major texts may include The Odyssey, Romeo and Juliet, Night, A Raisin in the Sun, Night, and American Born Chinese. The writing emphasis is on narrative and expository writing, with a sustained introduction to argumentative writing.

The integrated honors component invites students to engage in more complex writing prompts and more rigorous reading selections.

WRLD LIT COMP 10A/10B
Length/Credit: Yearlong Course / 0.5 LA credit per semester
Prerequisite: 10th grade
Other: This course is required for 10th graders

World Literature and Composition is a yearlong course where students read international texts, including four selections from the Seattle Public Schools 10th grade reading list and additional supplemental works including poetry, short stories and nonfiction. The course concentrates on critically reading how the human experience is expressed in literature from around the world. The course prepares students to understand fundamental notions of world or non-western literature reflected in a diverse range of texts and genres. Major texts may include Burial at Thebes (Antigone in trans.), Persepolis, Othello, and Born a Crime as well as independently student selected books. Writing instruction focusses to on narrative mode, with an increasing emphasis on argumentative writing particularly as it relates to literary analysis.

This integrated honors course component supports students in addressing more complex writing prompts and more rigorous reading selections.

AMER LIT COMP 11A / 11B
Length/Credit: Yearlong / 0.5 LA credit per semester
Prerequisite: 11th grade

American Literature and Composition is a yearlong course that concentrates on critically reading different interpretations of the American experience and the American dream, with an emphasis on increased sophistication through reading, writing and speaking. The course prepares students to grapple with the fundamental notions of American identity as it is expressed in a range of texts and genres. Readings, both classical and contemporary, lend themselves to literary analysis, represent a variety of reading levels and cultures, and showcase an assortment of themes. Writing instruction focuses primarily on argumentative writing as it relates to literary analysis. The class promotes an understanding of works in their social and historical context and to expose students to a variety of literary perspectives and traditions central to American Literature.

The integrated honors course is marked by more demanding writing prompts and supplemental readings and prepares students for the complexities they will face in college and career through a carefully constructed course of study. The integrated honors components invite self-directed students to examine historical and cultural influences on literature while also guiding them as critical readers and writers.

HUMANITIES BLOCK 2-COURSE INTEGRATED HONORS & CORE
ETHNIC STUDIES AMER LIT COMP 11 A/B
ETHNIC STUDIES US HIST 11 A/B
Length/Credit: Yearlong / 0.5 credit per semester per period / Honors option
Prerequisite: 11th grade

This yearlong block course (i.e. 2 consecutive periods every day) combines 11th grade Ethnic Studies American Literature with 11th grade Ethnic Studies US History. It begins with pre-colonial Indigenous history and literature and through a present-day look at American history, literature in conversation with current events. The course explores multiple American novels, poems, speeches, plays, short-stories and myths with an Ethnic Studies lens. The opportunity of two periods each day allows for community building and more in-depth context which offers a unique experience for Ballard’s 11th graders. In this Ethnic Studies course students grapple with the question “What does it mean to be an American and who gets to decide?”  while developing an understanding of Origins and Indigeneity, Identity and Agency, Action and Reflection, Power and Oppression, Resistance and Liberation.

AP ENG LANG COMP 1/2
Length/Credit: Yearlong / 0.5 LA credit per semester
Dual Credit: Students who take AP exams, which are administered annually in May, can earn college credit, depending on their score and the college they plan to attend.
Prerequisite: 11th grade

The AP course in English Language and Composition engages students in becoming skilled readers of prose written in a variety of rhetorical contexts, and in becoming skilled writers who compose for a variety of purposes. Both their writing and their reading should make students aware of the interactions among a writer’s purposes, audience expectations, and subjects, as well as the way genre conventions and the resources of language contribute to effectiveness in writing suitable for the college bound student while satisfying the LA 11 requirement.

COMPAR LIT COMP 12A / 12B
Length/Credit: Yearlong / 0.5 LA credit per semester
Prerequisite: 12th grade

Comparative Literature and Composition is a yearlong course that synthesizes critical reading and writing skills from previous years, focusing on texts that cross a wide range of genres, and embody a high level of thematic and technical complexity. The course prepares students to grapple with the rigors of comparative analysis they will encounter in college, other post-secondary programs and life experiences. This class has a focus on the representation of self and the individual’s identity and power in society. Major texts may include Hamlet, The Handmaid’s Tale and The House of the Spirits.

AP ENG LIT COMP 1 / 2
Length/Credit: Yearlong class / 0.5 LA credit per semester
Dual Credit: Students who take AP exams, which are administered annually in May, can earn college credit, depending on their score and the college they plan to attend.
Prerequisite: 12th grade

AP English Literature and Composition engages students in the careful reading and critical analysis of imaginative literature. Through the close reading of selected texts, students deepen their understanding of the ways writers use language to provide both meaning and pleasure for their readers. As they read, students consider a work’s structure, style and themes, as well as such smaller-scale elements as the use of figurative language, imagery, symbolism and tone.

ENGL 111 COMPOS LIT
Length/Credit: Yearlong / 0.5 LA Credit per semester
Dual Credit: CIHS (College in High School). University of Washington credits available.
Prerequisite: 12th grade

This yearlong course is a composition class—the equivalent of an introductory writing course at most colleges and universities—in which students read both fiction and non-fiction texts in the form of novels, plays, poetry, and essays that will form the basis of the essays you write. You will also learn high-level research skills. Through this UW course, eligible students have the option to register to earn UW credits through the UW in the High School program. You can learn more about the UW College in the High School program on the UW College website.

ENGL 111 COMPOS LIT / C LIT 240 FILM AS LIT
Length/Credit: Yearlong / 1.0 LA credit per semester
Dual Credit: CIHS (College in High School). University of Washington credits available.
Prerequisite: 12th grade

This yearlong course offers students an intensive writing class at the college level. Students will work closely with the instructor to develop a portfolio of writing that reflects an ability to write papers with complex claims that matter in academic contexts. The first semester will expose students to a variety of nonfiction and literary texts; students will develop their ability to read, analyze and synthesize complex texts and write with multiple types of evidence to support writing in various contexts.

The second semester will emphasize comparative writing; texts will include film, criticism, and theory. Students will work closely with the instructor to develop a portfolio that reflects an ability to write essays with complex claims that are suitable for college-level academic contexts. A textbook as well as the viewing of feature-length, critically acclaimed films serve as central texts. Supplemental readings will include essays on critical theory, formal/technical analyses, and biographies. Students will develop their ability to read, analyze and synthesize complex texts and write with multiple types of evidence to support writing for various purposes and audiences. The course will emphasize comparative writing in various forms (expository, theoretical, and critical). Students may elect to earn either 5 or 10 University of Washington credits and in doing so will meet the university’s composition requirement. This course satisfies LA 12 requirements.

Social Studies Courses

WORLD HISTORY 1
Length/Credit: 1 semester / 0.5 credit
Prerequisite: 9th grade

This survey course provides students with the foundational content and skills to study history and the social sciences at the high school level. Students will develop greater understanding of the evolution of global processes and contacts between about 8,000 BCE to 1450 CE, through the study of different types of human societies. WH 1 builds on an understanding of cultural, institutional, and technological precedents that, along with geography, set the human stage.

WORLD HISTORY 2/3
Length/Credit: Yearlong / 0.5 credit per semester
Prerequisite: 10th grade

This course continues the study begun in World History 1 with an emphasis on the events and forces of the Early Modern period throughout the world. Students will develop greater understanding of the evolution of global processes and contacts between 1450 to 1900 CE, through the study of different types of human societies. Students will analyze the political, economic, scientific, and social changes that changed human societies. Writing skills will emphasize critique of sources, research, and essay composition.

This course continues the study begun in World History 2 with an emphasis on the events and forces of the Early Modern period throughout the world. Students will develop greater understanding of the evolution of global processes and contacts between 1900 to present, through the study of different types of human societies. Students will analyze the political, economic, scientific, and social changes that changed human societies. Writing skills will emphasize critique of sources, research, and essay composition.

AP WORLD HISTORY A/B: MODERN
Length/Credit: Yearlong / 0.5 credit per semester
Prerequisite: 10th grade

This full-year college level survey course highlights the nature of changes in global processes and their causes and consequences, as well as comparisons among different types of human societies. It emphasizes selective relevant factual knowledge, writing analytic essays, and skills in analyzing types of historical evidence. This course is approved by the College Board for AP designation on student transcripts. The course prepares students for the College Board Advanced Placement exam.

UNITED STATES HISTORY 11 A/HIST 148 US History 11B
Length/Credit: Yearlong / 0.5 credit per semester/CIHS option additional .5 credit
Prerequisite: 11th grade

This survey course introduces students to a variety of topics in American history. The student will study the founding of the United States as a democratic republic, the struggle between different groups, and the tensions caused by territorial growth and the institution of slavery. The majority of the course, however, will emphasize the growth of the United States as a military and economic world power in the 20th century, and the social and political changes that came from that growth. In this course, students will complete a multi-stage research paper. Through this second semester CIHS course, students will have the option to register to earn college credit.

AP UNITED STATES HISTORY A/B
Length/Credit: Yearlong / 0.5 credit per semester
Prerequisite: 11th grade

This college level survey course provides students with the analytical skills and factual knowledge necessary to deal critically with the problems and developments in United States history. This course is approved by the College Board for AP designation on student transcripts. The course prepares students for the College Board Advanced Placement exam. They are expected to take the AP exam in May, but that exam is not part of the course’s grade. Students will complete their service-learning hours as well as presenting a research presentation in the spring semester.

Humanities Block 2-Course
ETHNIC STUDIES US HIST 11 A/HIST 148 US HISTORY 11B
ETHNIC STUDIES AMER LIT COMP 11 A/B
Length/Credit: Yearlong / 0.5 credit per semester per period / CIHS option additional .5 credit
Prerequisite: 11th grade

This yearlong block course (i.e. 2 consecutive periods every day) combines 11th grade Ethnic Studies American Literature with 11th grade Ethnic Studies US History. It begins with pre-colonial Indigenous history and literature and through a present-day look at American history, literature in conversation with current events. The course explores multiple American novels, poems, speeches, plays, short-stories and myths with an Ethnic Studies lens. The opportunity of two periods each day allows for community building and more in-depth context which offers a unique experience for Ballard’s 11th graders. In this Ethnic Studies course students grapple with the question “What does it mean to be an American and who gets to decide?”  while developing an understanding of Origins and Indigeneity, Identity and Agency, Action and Reflection, Power and Oppression, Resistance and Liberation. In this course, students will complete a multi-stage research paper. Through this second semester CIHS US History course, students will have the option to register to earn college credit.

AMERICAN GOVERNMENT
Length/Credit: 1 semester / 0.5 credit
Prerequisite: 12th grade

This course introduces students to issues in American government and politics, including the historical and philosophical basis for democracy. Topics include civil rights and civil liberties, political parties, the role of media in national life and the debate over federal versus state power. Students will be asked to demonstrate skills in reading/writing, research, discussion, debate, mock trial, and simulation in this class. Students are required to complete the OSPI designed Civics classroom-based assessment, CBA.

AP US GOVERNMENT & POLITICS A/B
Length/Credit: Yearlong / 0.5 credit per semester
Prerequisite: 12th grade

This full-year college level survey course is an intensive study of the formal and informal institutions of government and the processes of the American political system. Students completing this course will recognize the complexity of the political world in which we live and will be able to analyze and engage in that world by applying their skills and knowledge to shape the political policies they hope to see realized. This course is approved by the College Board for AP designation on student transcripts. The course prepares students for the College Board Advanced Placement exam. They are expected to take the AP exam in May, but that exam is not part of the course’s grade. Students are required to complete the OSPI designed Civics classroom-based assessment, CBA.

Mathematics Courses

ALGEBRA 1A/1B
Length/Credit: Yearlong / 0.5 credit per semester
Prerequisites: Math 8

Algebra 1A Students model and analyze real-world and mathematical situations using linear and exponential equations and functions. Note: Algebra 1 may be taken concurrently with Geometry.

Algebra 1B Students model and analyze real-world and mathematical situations using linear, exponential, quadratic equations, inequalities and functions. Students will summarize, represent, and interpret single variable and bi-variate categorical and quantitative data. Note: Algebra 1 may be taken concurrently with Geometry.

ALGEBRA 1A/1B HONORS
Length/Credit: Yearlong / 0.5 credit per semester
Prerequisites: Math 8

Algebra 1A/1B Honors level courses require deeper connection between concepts and application to new contexts.

ALGEBRA 1A/1B WITH LAB
Length/Credit: Yearlong / 0.5 credit of math and 0.5 elective credit each semester
Other: This is a two-period block
Prerequisites: Math 8

The two-semester two-period Algebra 1A/1B sequence supports students who are struggling with math by working on pre-algebra skills while still developing students’ algebraic and problem-solving skills. Topics include: functions; linear, quadratic and exponential relationships; solving linear and quadratic equations algebraically; and connecting information through tables, graphs, equations, and verbal descriptions. This course is foundational for all future math work. A student’s strong level of understanding in Algebra 1 is a predictor of success in other math and science courses.

GEOMETRY A/B
Length/Credit: Yearlong / 0.5 credit per semester
Prerequisite: Algebra 1

Geometry A Semester 1 – Students formalize their understanding of angle relationships and triangle properties. Students use geometric transformations and formal constructions to study congruence and similarity. Students develop formal proofs of angle and triangle properties and relationships using precise language and notation. Note: Geometry may be taken concurrently with either Algebra 1 OR Algebra 2.

Geometry B Semester 2 – Students establish properties of right triangles (including trigonometric ratios), quadrilaterals, and circles and use these properties to write formal proofs and solve real-world and mathematical problems. Students extend work with area and volume to investigate real-world modeling problems. Students further develop probability concepts, focusing on conditional probability, independence, and compound events. Note: Geometry may be taken concurrently with either Algebra 1 OR Algebra 2.

GEOMETRY A/B HONORS
This is an honors-level course that requires deeper connection between concepts and application to new contexts.

ALGEBRA 2A/2B
Length/Credit: Yearlong / 0.5 credit per semester
Prerequisite: Algebra 1
Note: Algebra 2 may be taken concurrently with Geometry.

Algebra 2A, Semester 1 – Students model and analyze real-world and mathematical situations using polynomial, radical, exponential, logarithmic, functions and equations.

Algebra 2B, Semester 2 – Students model and analyze real-world and mathematical situations using rational and trigonometric functions and equations. Students use statistical techniques to evaluate linear models for bivariate data and normal models for single variable quantitative data. Students will receive high school credit on their transcript for this course.

ALGEBRA 2A/2B HONORS
Length/Credit: Yearlong / 0.5 credit per semester
Prerequisite: Algebra 1
Note: Algebra 2 may be taken concurrently with Geometry

This is an honors-level course that requires deeper connection between concepts and application to new contexts.

PRE-CALCULUS A/B
Length/Credit: Yearlong / 0.5 credit per semester
Prerequisite: 1.0 Geometry credit & 1.0 Algebra 2 credit

Pre-Calculus A, Semester 1 – Students model and analyze real-world and mathematical situations using piecewise, absolute value, quadratic, exponential, logarithmic, polynomial, rational, and trigonometric functions. Students extend their understanding of these functions through study of their inverses, reciprocals and composition of functions.

Pre-Calculus B, Semester 2 – Students apply trigonometric and triangle relationships to prove trig identities. Students use matrices as a tool to solve systems and vectors to model Physics applications. Students represent conic sections algebraically and graphically. Students extend their understanding of probability to evaluate outcomes of decisions.

AP PRE-CALCULUS A/B
Length/Credit: Yearlong / 0.5 credit per semester
Prerequisite: 1.0 Geometry credit & 1.0 Algebra 2 credit

AP Pre-Calculus A – AP Precalculus A is designed to be equivalent to the first half of a one-semester college precalculus course and prepares students to take the AP Precalculus Exam in May. This course centers on functions modeling dynamic phenomena. This research-based exploration of functions is designed to better prepare students for college-level calculus and provide grounding for other mathematics and science courses. In this course, students study a broad spectrum of function types that are foundational for careers in mathematics, physics, biology, health science, social science, and data science. This first semester focuses on polynomial, rational, exponential, and logarithmic functions.

AP Pre-Calculus B – AP Precalculus B is designed to be equivalent to the second half of a one-semester college precalculus course and prepares students to take the AP Precalculus Exam in May. This course centers on functions modeling dynamic phenomena. This research-based exploration of functions is designed to better prepare students for college-level calculus and provide grounding for other mathematics and science courses. In this course, students study a broad spectrum of function types that are foundational for careers in mathematics, physics, biology, health science, social science, and data science. This second semester focuses on trigonometric and polar functions as well as functions involving parameters, vectors, and matrices.

CALCULUS A/B
Length/Credit: Yearlong / 0.5 credit per semester
Prerequisite: Pre-Calculus B

Calculus A/B covers limits, continuity, derivatives and integrals and their applications. The course is not designed to prepare students for the Calculus A/B Advanced Placement examination.

AP CALCULUS AB A/B
Length/Credit: Yearlong / 0.5 credit per semester
Prerequisite: Pre-Calculus B

AP Calculus AB A is designed to be the equivalent of the first half of a one-semester college calculus course and prepares students to take the AP Calculus AB Exam in May. Units include limits, differentiation and applications.

AP Calculus AB B is designed to be the equivalent of the second half of a one-semester college calculus course and prepares students to take the AP Calculus AB Exam in May. This course follows AP Calculus AB A. Units include integration, differential equations, and their applications.

AP CALCULUS BC A/B
Length/Credit: Yearlong / 0.5 credit per semester
Prerequisite: Pre-Calculus B
Recommendation: Successful completion of AP Calculus AB

AP Calculus BC A is designed to be equivalent to the first semester of a two-semester college calculus course. Units include limits, differentiation, and integration. This course prepares students to take the AP Calculus BC Exam in May.

AP Calculus BC B is designed to be equivalent to the second semester of a two-semester college calculus course. Topics include differential equations, applications of integration, parametric functions, and sequences and series. This course prepares students to take the AP Calculus BC Exam in May.

PROBABILITY AND STATISTICS A/B
Length/Credit: Yearlong / 0.5 credit each semester
Prerequisite: Algebra 2B

Students will deepen their understanding of the challenging topics in data analysis, including experimental designs and sampling methods, probability and frequency distributions, measures of central tendency and dispersion, sampling distributions, and hypothesis testing.

AP STATISTICS A/B
Length/Credit: Yearlong / .5 credit per semester
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Algebra 2
Other: Use of a graphing calculator is an integral part of this course and is required for AP testing.

AP Statistics A is designed to be the equivalent of the first half of a one-semester college statistics course and prepares students to take the AP Statistics Exam in May. Students learn how to collect, display and describe data. Students deepen their understanding of probability as it pertains to the role of randomness in data gathering.

AP Statistics B is designed to be the equivalent of the second half of a one-semester college statistics course and prepares students to take the AP Statistics Exam in May. Students learn to draw conclusions about populations based on the results of a single sample by creating confidence intervals to estimate population values and conducting hypothesis tests to make decisions.

BUS 130 BUSINESS MATH A/B
Length/Credit: Yearlong / 0.5 credit per semester
Prerequisites: Algebra 1 & Geometry
Dual Credit: CIHS via Edmonds College
Cross-credit: Available as Math or CTE credit
Other: Open to 10th – 12th grades

This course is a two-semester course equivalent to a one-quarter Business Mathematics college course. Students are eligible to earn 5.0 college credit after completing both semesters of this course (tuition fees apply). The course includes instruction and review of basic math functions to prepare students for business classes. Topics may include using ratio-proportion, percents, estimating, basic algebra, trade/cash discounts, promissory notes, credit terms, and other consumer related activities. Although this course does not fulfill the math requirement for four-year degrees, it does fulfill the math requirement for many two-year Associate in Technical Arts (ATA) degrees. Including Accounting, Business Information Technology, Business Management, Construction Management, Culinary Arts, Horticulture, Hospitality and Tourism, Medical Information Technology, and others.

Science Courses

BIOLOGY A/B
Length/Credit: Yearlong / 0.5 credit per semester
Required course for 9th Grade

Seattle Public Schools’ Biology curriculum for the BIO A course is called Carbon TIME (Transformations in Matter and Energy), developed by Michigan State University. The BIO A course includes a focus on processes that transform matter and energy at multiple scales: Cellular and atomic molecular: combustion, photosynthesis, cellular respiration, digestion, and biosynthesis Organismal: growth and metabolism in plants, animals, and decomposers Ecosystem: matter cycling and energy flow Earth systems: carbon cycling and climate change Biology A contains 6 units, each built around a real-world phenomenon or problem: System and Scale, Animals, Plants, Decomposers, Ecosystems and Human Energy Systems. Throughout each unit, students share their prior knowledge and ask questions about the unit phenomena. Students carry out investigations and obtain and evaluate information to gather evidence, they analyze and interpret that evidence to make sense of what they are learning and engage in argumentation through discourse to come to consensus about the ideas explored in each lesson. Students create an initial model and then use the evidence they’ve gathered, and ideas discussed as a class to revise that model and eventually construct an explanation of the phenomenon of the unit using their final model. Throughout the storyline of each unit students apply these practices to explore the Crosscutting Concepts (CCC) of Patterns, Energy and Matter, and Cause and Effect.

Biology B, Semester 2: Bio B was developed with teachers and university partners to create a program that incorporates the Next Generation Science Standards and the pedagogical tools called out in the standards. The course includes a focus on processes that transfer information through systems at multiple scales: Cellular and atomic-molecular: mitosis, gene regulation, protein synthesis and meiosis Organismal: growth, response to environment, expression of traits and frequency of traits in family trees Large scale: variation in populations, change in populations over time and factors that affect the biodiversity of an ecosystem Biology B contains 6 units, each built around a real-world phenomenon or problem: Development, Gene Regulation, Inheritance, Evolution and Population Ecology. Throughout each unit, students share their prior knowledge and ask questions about the unit phenomena. Students carry out investigations and obtain and evaluate information to gather evidence, they analyze and interpret that evidence to make sense of what they are learning and engage in argumentation through discourse to come to consensus about the ideas explored in each lesson. Students create and revise models using the evidence they’ve gathered, and ideas discussed as a class and eventually construct an explanation of the phenomenon of the unit using their final model. Throughout the storyline of each unit students apply these practices to explore the Crosscutting Concepts (CCC) of Patterns, Energy and Matter, and Cause and Effect.

PHYSICS A / CHEMISTRY A
Length/Credit: Yearlong / 0.5 credit per semester
Required Course for 10th Grade
Introduction to Physics and Chemistry

Semester 1, Physics A PEER (Physics through Evidence, Empowerment through Reasoning) is an innovative, student-centered physics curriculum designed to engage students in scientific reasoning and follows a guided scientific model-building approach. It includes units on Charge, Magnetism, and Waves and helps students explain things aren’t directly observable. During each chapter, students are expected to share their previous knowledge, collect and analyze evidence, and develop a conceptual model of each idea. In Chapter C, students build and revise a model for static electricity including the process of charging insulators and the differences between insulators and conductors. Students then establish a model for current electricity, make observations involving series and parallel circuits, and analyze the relationship between voltage, current, and resistance. In Chapter M, students develop and revise a model for magnetism in order to explain observations such as attraction and repulsion between two magnets, the interaction between a magnet and the Earth, and magnetization of a ferromagnetic material. This chapter provides an example of how models are proposed, tested, and modified based on evidence. In Chapter W, students build and apply evidence-based models of sound and light waves. Students compare the characteristics of different kinds of waves and develop models for light and sound before deepening their models to include wave interference and the particle model of light.

Semester 2. Chemistry A has been developed through a collaboration of science teachers across the district. The curriculum has been designed for students to develop their scientific skills and understanding through collaboration. Chemistry A includes 4 units: The Atom introduces students to the simple atomic model and the periodic table. Students will construct models of atoms, ions, and isotopes of various elements then apply their understandings to explore light as it relates to electron energy and emission spectra. Conductivity and Ionic Bonding introduces students to the types of bonds within substances. They will use ionic bonding as a context for exploring the octet rule and the behavior of valence electrons when atoms are bonding. Intermolecular Forces and Covalent Bonding expands on the students’ understanding of bonding and introduces new models. This builds on the octet rule as well as electronegativity. They will explore polarity and molecular geometry to help explain the interactions between molecules. These interactions are used to explain the bulk properties of polar and nonpolar substances. The Nuclear Sciences unit has students explore the various ways in which the nucleus of the atom can change: in terms of energy and matter. Primarily, students will focus on modeling fission, fusion, alpha decay, beta decay, and gamma radiation. The nuclear unit will have students use their content understanding to analyze various uses of nuclear sciences within the medical and energy fields.

PHYSICS B / CHEMISTRY B
Length/Credit: Yearlong / 0.5 credit per semester
Prerequisites: Biology A/B & Phys A/Chem A

Semester 1, Physics B PEER (Physics through Evidence, Empowerment through Reasoning) is an innovative, student-centered physics curriculum designed to engage students in scientific reasoning and follows a guided scientific model-building approach. It includes units on Energy, Force, and Gravitation and addresses how energy, force, and gravitation can be used to explain the motion of objects. During each chapter, students are expected to share their previous knowledge, collect and analyze evidence, and develop a conceptual model of each idea. In Chapter E, students use velocity-time graphs as evidence to support claims about energy transfers and conversions. Students are asked to consider differences between observations and inferences and consider how energy changes within a system. In Chapter F, students build force explanations for motion, establishing and formalizing Newton’s Laws of motion. The supplementary math activities involve calculating acceleration using velocity-time data, applying Newton’s Second Law, and calculating the effect of multiple forces acting on an object In Chapter G, students develop force and energy explanations for gravitation and apply these explanations to different situations (including orbits, projectiles, and interactions involving friction). This chapter provides an example of how Newton’s Laws and ideas about energy transfer and conversion can be applied in various situations. Mathematical extensions include calculating the value of gravitational acceleration on Earth, exploring the difference between mass and weight, evaluating data related to gravitational potential energy, and applying the Universal Law of Gravitation.

Semester 2, Chemistry B was developed through a district wide collaboration of science teachers. The curriculum was designed for students to collaboratively develop their scientific practices as well as learn Chemistry content. This second semester of Chemistry focuses on developing scientific models and mathematical explanations for chemistry principles. This course is divided into 5 units, each built around a real-world phenomenon or problem: determining spiciness in peppers, why a bridge fails early, engineering an effective airbag, engineering an effective hot or cold pack, and explaining why soda goes flat. Throughout each unit, students are expected to share their previous knowledge and ask questions about the unit phenomena. Students carry out investigations and obtain and evaluate information to gather evidence and analyze and interpret evidence to make sense of their learning. They engage in argument and discourse as lab groups and as a whole class to come to consensus about ideas explored in each lesson. Students will use the evidence gathered, and ideas discussed to develop and use a conceptual model of each topic and to help them gradually construct an explanation of the unit phenomenon. Throughout each unit storyline, students apply these practices to explore the Crosscutting Concepts (CCC) of scale, proportion, and quantity, cause and effect, patterns, and energy and matter, and stability and change.

CHEMISTRY B / CHEMISTRY C
Length/Credit: Yearlong / 0.5 credit per semester
Prerequisites: Biology A/B & Phys A/Chem A

Semester 1, Chemistry B was developed through a district wide collaboration of science teachers. The curriculum was designed for students to collaboratively develop their scientific practices as well as learn Chemistry content. This second semester of Chemistry focuses on developing scientific models and mathematical explanations for chemistry principles. This course is divided into 5 units, each built around a real-world phenomenon or problem: determining spiciness in peppers, why a bridge fails early, engineering an effective airbag, engineering an effective hot or cold pack, and explaining why soda goes flat. Throughout each unit, students are expected to share their previous knowledge and ask questions about the unit phenomena. Students carry out investigations and obtain and evaluate information to gather evidence and analyze and interpret evidence to make sense of their learning. They engage in argument and discourse as lab groups and as a whole class to come to consensus about ideas explored in each lesson. Students will use the evidence gathered, and ideas discussed to develop and use a conceptual model of each topic and to help them gradually construct an explanation of the unit phenomenon. Throughout each unit storyline, students apply these practices to explore the Crosscutting Concepts (CCC) of scale, proportion, and quantity, cause and effect, patterns, and energy and matter, and stability and change.

Semester 2, Chemistry C offers extended topics in chemistry such as gas laws, thermodynamics, acid/base chemistry, molecular geometry, organic chemistry, biochemistry, as well as a more in-depth study of topics addressed in Chemistry A and B. Students will be engaged in lab-based chemistry that will refine their science and engineering skills within the context of an engaging storyline to explain a phenomenon

AP ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE 1 & 2
Length/Credit: Yearlong / 0.5 credit per semester
Cross-credit: Available as Science or CTE credit
Recommendations: Successful completion of Biology A/B and Phys A/Chem A

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

AP PHYSICS 1A/1B
Length/Credit Yearlong / 0.5 credit per semester
Recommendations: Successful completion of Algebra 2 and Phys A/Chem A

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

PHYSIOLOGY A/B (Offered odd years)
Length/Credit: Yearlong / 0.5 credit per semester
Cross credit: Available as Science or CTE credit
Prerequisite: Biology A/B or Biotech Biology A/B

The Physiology A/B course is a year-long course intended for students interested in learning about the anatomy and physiology of the human body. Throughout the course students will engage in a series of hands-on laboratory and special projects while gaining experience with basic medical skills and terminology. Lessons will holistically integrate science and technology with hands-on activities, labs, group and independent projects, and connections to real-world challenges and case studies. This dual-credit course also provides college credit through Highline Community College, and supports students in meeting both lab science and CTE pathway graduation requirements.

Physiology A/B is part of the Health, Medical and Biotech CTE Pathway, which includes Biotech Biology and Systems Medicine.

Physiology A/B and Systems Medicine will alternate annually, with Physiology offered on odd school years (2025-2026, 2027-2028, etc.) and Systems Medicine offered on even school years (2024-2025, 2026-2027, etc.)

SYSTEMS MEDICINE A/B (Offered even years)
Length/Credit: Yearlong / 0.5 credit per semester
Cross credit: Available as Science or CTE credit
Prerequisite: Biology A/B & Phys A/Chem A

Systems-driven medicine – focused on optimizing an individual’s wellness and identifying the earliest opportunities to reverse or even prevent disease – will soon be transforming the U.S. healthcare system. It will require a new generation of collaborative and interdisciplinary STEM and healthcare professionals trained in biology, engineering, physics, computer science, environmental sustainability, health, big data, and technology. It will also require a new generation of citizens who can think at a high level while actively participating in this new systems medicine economy. This course will focus on building and deepening interdisciplinary skills for applying biotechnology, biological sciences, biochemistry, genetics, history, technology, engineering, statistics, mathematics, bioinformatics, ethics, systems thinking, and patient-driven advocacy to learn about and explore careers and participation in the health and medical systems in our communities. This course will culminate in a capstone project that will be presented to community stakeholders.

Physiology A/B and Systems Medicine will alternate annually, with Physiology offered on odd school years (2025-2026, 2027-2028, etc.) and Systems Medicine offered on even school years (2024-2025, 2026-2027, etc.)

BOTANY 1/2
Length/Credit: Yearlong / 0.5 credit per semester
Other: Open to grades 12
Prerequisite: Biology A/B & Phys A/Chem A

In this yearlong lab science course, students will attain basic skills and knowledge necessary to better understand the plant kingdom and plant systems and functions through patterns of scientific thinking. Aligned to the NGSS standards students will investigate botanical diversity, anatomy, morphology, evolution, plant development, biochemistry, climate change, and engineering practices to further their understanding of the complexity and importance of the plant kingdom on earth. Participation in experimental design, indoor and outdoor laboratory investigations, and independent research on plant topics will be included in the course. Guest speakers and experts in the field from local greenhouses, nurseries, and environmental organizations will consult and assist students.

ENV HORTICULTURE 1/2
Length/Credit: Yearlong or Semester / 0.5 credit per semester
Cross credit: Available as Science or CTE credit
Other: Open to grades 11 & 12

This course introduces the student to the general field of horticulture and environmental science. Students learn the scope of the industry, opportunities, and knowledge required to qualify for these opportunities. Students will learn about greenhouses, horticultural cultivation techniques, plant identification, ecology, and landscape design. Plant care, propagation, plant sales and communication about plant care are all implemented in this course. The student is also exposed to proper use and safety of landscape equipment, basic bedding and plant identification, and reclamation activities on campus.

OCEANOGRAPHY 1/2
Length/Credit: Yearlong / 0.5 credit per semester
Cross credit: Available as Science or CTE credit
Prerequisite: Biology A/B & Phys A/Chem A

This course is an upper-level college course that combines elements of geology, chemistry, physics and marine biology. Students learn about the physical processes of the ocean, how the oceans are related to climate, how the oceans circulate and how humans affect the oceans. Students learn with university materials and the course includes many hands-on labs, field trips, lectures, project-based learning, and interaction with scientists. Special emphasis is given to the waters of Puget Sound and the surrounding area.

PHYSICS B / PHYSICS C
Length/Credit: Yearlong / 0.5 credit per semester
Prerequisite: Biology A/B & Phys A/Chem A

Semester 1, Physics B PEER (Physics through Evidence, Empowerment through Reasoning) is an innovative, student-centered physics curriculum designed to engage students in scientific reasoning and follows a guided scientific model-building approach. It includes units on Energy, Force, and Gravitation and addresses how energy, force, and gravitation can be used to explain the motion of objects. During each chapter, students are expected to share their previous knowledge, collect and analyze evidence, and develop a conceptual model of each idea. In Chapter E, students use velocity-time graphs as evidence to support claims about energy transfers and conversions. Students are asked to consider differences between observations and inferences and consider how energy changes within a system. In Chapter F, students build force explanations for motion, establishing and formalizing Newton’s Laws of motion. The supplementary math activities involve calculating acceleration using velocity-time data, applying Newton’s Second Law, and calculating the effect of multiple forces acting on an object In Chapter G, students develop force and energy explanations for gravitation and apply these explanations to different situations (including orbits, projectiles, and interactions involving friction). This chapter provides an example of how Newton’s Laws and ideas about energy transfer and conversion can be applied in various situations. Mathematical extensions include calculating the value of gravitational acceleration on Earth, exploring the difference between mass and weight, evaluating data related to gravitational potential energy, and applying the Universal Law of Gravitation.

Semester 2, Physics C offers extended topics in physics such as kinematic equations, two-dimensional motion, rotational motion, linear and angular momentum, electromagnetism, and special relativity, as well as a more in-depth study of topics addressed in Physics A and B. Students will be engaged in lab-based physics that will refine their science and engineering skills within the context of an engaging storyline to explain a phenomenon.

AP BIOLOGY 1/2
Length/Credit: Yearlong / 0.5 credit per semester
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Biology A/B, Phys A/Chem A, and Phys B/Chem B or Chemistry B/C

This yearlong course covers four big ideas: Evolution, Energy, Information Transfer, and Interaction of Biological Systems. The primary focus of AP Biology is to help students develop a conceptual framework for modern biology and to help students gain an appreciation of science as a process. The course is designed using the materials provided by College Board and is intended to be equivalent to one year of college level biology for science majors. The course prepares students for the College Board Advanced Placement exam in the spring, but that exam is not part of the course’s grade.

AP CHEMISTRY 1/2
Length/Credit: Yearlong / 0.5 credit per semester
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Biology A/B & Chemistry B/C

This yearlong course covers: Structure of Matter, Stoichiometry, Equilibrium, Kinetics, Thermodynamics, acids/bases, Electrochemistry, and Organic Chemistry. This course emphasizes chemical calculations, the conceptual and mathematical formulation of principles and college level laboratory work. This course is designed according to the outline provided by the College Board and is intended to be equivalent to one year of college chemistry for science majors. The course prepares students for the College Board Advanced Placement exam in the spring, but that exam is not part of the course’s grade.

World Language Courses

French Language Courses

FRENCH 1A/1B
Length/Credit: Yearlong / 0.5 credit per semester
Other: Must be passing at semester to continue to 1B
Fees: Workbook approx. $20.00

French 1A, 1B is a full year course designed to develop the basic French language skills of speaking, reading, writing and understanding as well as the basic understandings of French and Francophone cultures. The text is supplemented with many outside resources, for example, videos, speakers, projects, CDs, educational tours as well as computer technology.

FRENCH 2A/2B
Length/Credit: Yearlong / 0.5 credit per semester
Prerequisite: French 1B/open to all grades
Other: Must be passing at semester to continue to 2B
Fees: Workbook approx. $20.00

French 2A, 2B is a full year course, which is a continuation of French IA, IB. The language skills of speaking, reading, writing, and understanding the French language as well as learning about the French and Francophone countries cultures are continued.

FRENCH 103 3A/3B
Length/Credit: Yearlong / 0.5 credit per semester
Prerequisite: French 2B/open to all grades
Dual Credit: CIHS UW see: uwhs.uw.edu
Other: Must be passing at semester to continue to 3B

French 3A, 3B is a full year course, which is a continuation of French 2A, 2B. The language skills of speaking, reading, writing, and understanding the French language as well as the French and Francophone countries cultures studies are continued. University of Washington credit available.

FRENCH 201 FRENCH 4A/4B
Length/Credit: Yearlong / 0.5 credit per semester
Prerequisites: French 3B

Semester 1 French 201/4A – Carry on extended conversations, express and defend opinions on meaningful issues related to the Francophone world. Write essays. Read newspapers, magazines, stories, and watch TV broadcasts on a variety of topics all in French! Through this UW course, eligible students have the option to register to earn UW credits through the UW in the High School program.

Semester 2 French 201/4B – Carry on extended conversations, express and defend opinions on meaningful issues related to the Francophone world. Write essays. Read newspapers, magazines, stories, and watch TV broadcasts on a variety of topics all in French! Through this UW course, eligible students have the option to register to earn UW credits through the UW in the High School program.

AP FRENCH LANGUAGE AND CULTURE
Length/Credit: Yearlong / 0.5 credit per semester
Prerequisite: French 3B or equivalent skills
Fees: Workbook approx. $45.00 plus AP Exam Fee

The Advanced Placement (AP) French class is designed to prepare students for the national AP French examination. All four skills will be practiced: reading, writing, listening, and speaking. The course will be supplemented by authentic materials and multimedia resources. French will be the language of instruction. AP French includes a comprehensive review of grammar concepts and vocabulary.

Japanese Language Courses

JAPANESE 1A/1B
Length/Credit: Yearlong / 0.5 credit per semester
Prerequisite: Open to all grades
Other: Must be passing at semester to continue to 1B
Fees: TBD

Japanese 1A explores the basic spoken and written expression in the Japanese language. Vocabulary is about greetings, school, family, and hobbies.

Japanese 1B expands the learning from Japanese 1A. Vocabulary is about school, health and sickness, shopping, dining, and recreation.

JAPANESE 2A/2B
Length/Credit: Yearlong / 0.5 credit per semester
Prerequisites: Successful completion of Japanese 1A, 1B
Other: Must be passing at semester to continue to 2B
Fees: TBD

Japanese 2A is a challenging and rigorous course which continues and expands the functional use of Japanese. Vocabulary is about self, family, friends, social amenities, school subjects, location, and travel.

Japanese 2B concentrates on improving proficiency in listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Reading for comprehension is emphasized. Writing emphasizes sentence structure. Students continue practice of conversations. Grammar includes expansion of previously studied syntax. Vocabulary is about daily life, out on the town, seasons, school life, folklore, family, and friends.

JAPANESE 3A/3B
Length/Credit: Yearlong / 0.5 credit per semester
Prerequisites: Successful completion of Japanese 2A, 2B
Other: Must be passing at semester to continue to 3B
Fees: $15

Third year Japanese focuses on developing proficiency in writing and communication in Japanese. Reading for comprehension is stressed. In writing, sentence structures are emphasized. In oral work, casual conversations are practiced. Vocabulary is an expansion of previously learned topics.

JAPANESE 4A/4B
Length/Credit: Yearlong / 0.5 credit per semester
Prerequisites: Successful completion of Japanese 3A/3B
Fees: $15

Students will expand their skills of listening, speaking, reading, and writing with more emphasis on oral communication. Students will be introduced to topics on Japanese society and aesthetics, and discuss global issues. Topics include the impact of smart phones, aspects of Japanese design, the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals, and Zen philosophy. This is a combined course taught simultaneously with Japanese 5(AP).

JAPANESE 5A/5B (AP Japanese)
Length/Credit: Yearlong / 0.5 credit per semester
Prerequisites: Successful completion of Japanese 3A/3B
Fees: $15 Plus AP Exam Fees for students taking the test

This is a combined course taught simultaneously with Japanese 4, that covers much of the same cultural material. Students will expand their skills of listening, speaking, reading, and writing with more emphasis on oral communication. Students will be introduced to topics on Japanese society and aesthetics, and discuss global issues. Topics include the impact of smart phones, aspects of Japanese design, the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals, and Zen philosophy.

In addition, students interested in taking the AP Japanese Test in May will receive support aimed at helping them succeed at the AP Test. AP students will be expected to write and speak at the Intermediate-Low/Intermediate-Mid level, with the ability to expand on topics and describe complex opinions. AP Students will also receive Kanji resources and guided practice, and participate in regular practice questions.

Spanish Language Courses

SPANISH 1A/1B
Length/Credit: Yearlong / 0.5 credit per semester
Prerequisite: Open to all grades
Other: Must be passing at semester to continue to 1B
Fees: Class fees for online materials: approximately $20
Text: Senderos: Level 1

Spanish 1A/1B is a yearlong beginning course focusing on all four language skills: listening, speaking, reading and writing. Emphasis will be given to developing oral communication. Hispanic culture is woven throughout the course. The text is supplemented with additional learning materials involving native speakers including videos, on-line material and other multimedia resources.

SPANISH 2A/2B
Length/Credit: Yearlong / 0.5 credit per semester
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Spanish 1B or equivalent skills
Other: Must be passing at semester to continue to 2B
Fees: Class fees for online materials: approximately $20
Text: Senderos Level 2

Spanish 2A/2B is a yearlong course beginning with a global review of vocabulary and grammatical structures learned in Spanish 1A/1B and progressing to the development and refinement of their conversation, reading, and composition skills. Emphasis will be given to developing lexicon, the development of a network of mental vocabulary for making connections that will improve communication in the target language. Students will participate in a variety of communicative activities and will learn about cultures in various Hispanic areas of the world.

SPANISH 3A/3B – SPAN 123
Length/Credit: Yearlong / 0.5 credit per semester
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Spanish 2B or equivalent skills
Dual Credit: CIHS Edmonds College
Other: Must be passing at semester to continue to 3B; Elective Edmonds College credit
Text: Senderos Level 3

This course concentrates on developing proficiency in reading, writing, and communicating in Spanish. Grammar study includes a review of regular and irregular verbs of the present and past tense. New verb forms introduced are the imperative, future, conditional, participles and the subjunctive mood. Reading concentrates on cultural and literary materials. In writing, compositions are required, stressing strong command of vocabulary and grammar, language expression, voice, well-articulated ideas, and writing conventions. Speaking Spanish in the class at all times is mandatory.

SPANISH 4A/4B
Length/Credit: Yearlong / 0.5 credit per semester
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Spanish 3B or equivalent skills
Other: Must be passing at semester to continue to 4B; Elective credit; open to all grades
Text: Imagina

This course is designed for those students who have completed the third level of instruction and would like to continue the study of Spanish. The emphasis is on developing proficiency in reading, writing and communicating in Spanish. The materials include our Spanish 4 textbook Imagina, a few wonderful short novels, newspaper magazine articles, films, music and other multimedia sources. Upon completion of this course students should be prepared to take the Advanced Placement (AP) or continue into a 200-level college course.

AP SPANISH LANGUAGE AND CULTURE 5A/5B
Length/Credit: Yearlong / 0.5 credit per semester
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Spanish 3B or 4B or equivalent skills
Other: Open to 10th, 11th and 12th grade
Fees: Workbook approx. $40 (optional), AP Exam Fee TBA

The AP Spanish Language course intensifies the study of Spanish for students seriously committed to increasing their fluency and understanding of the language, as well as preparing for the AP Spanish Language Examination. Students who enroll should have attained reasonable proficiency in the four areas of language learning: listening, speaking, reading and writing. This course is comparable to a third-year university course with an emphasis on conversation and composition. Current events in the Spanish-speaking world will be studied and discussed.

GLOBAL STUDIES THROUGH FILM SPANISH A/B
Length/Credit: Yearlong / 0.5 credit per semester
Prerequisite: Advanced Spanish language learners who have completed AP Spanish 5 and/or have excelled in Spanish 4 and/or students who are native Spanish speakers and have an interest in exploring culture through film studies.

Global Studies through Film Span A/B is a year long class that explores the Spanish speaking world through film. The course will develop students’ critical thinking and analytical skills in the target language.  Students will learn about the rich and varied cultures and histories of Spain and Latin America through film. Students will compare and contrast perspectives, societies and themes in order to understand the rich cultures of the Spanish speaking world. Various genres of film will be discussed and analyzed. This course is taught completely in Spanish at the Intermediate High to Advanced Level of Spanish proficiency. Students will be required to read, write, listen and speak in Spanish.

Health, Fitness & Physical Education Courses

HEALTH
Length/Credit: 1 Semester / .5 credit
Other: 9th grade standing or grade 10-12 if unable to take during grade 9

The Health curriculum prepares students with the essential health knowledge needed to formulate sound decisions so they may enjoy a healthy and complete life span. Students will study units that are essential for a healthy lifestyle. Topics include Physical, Social, Emotional/Mental, & Intellectual categories of health education.

PERSONAL FITNESS
Length/Credit: 1 Semester / 0.5 credit
Other: Grades 9-12

Students will participate in individual and team sports, such as basketball, speed away, badminton, tennis, volleyball, flag football and indoor baseball. This class will also include a variety of fitness related activities. Excellent for beginner to moderate physical skill levels.

WEIGHT TRAINING/CONDITIONING
Length/Credit: 1 Semester / 0.5 credit
Other: Grades 9 – 12

This course is designed for students desiring to develop and/or maintain a high level of fitness. Activities include learning to work with weight training equipment and other fitness apparatus, learning to follow a prescribed or developed workout routine appropriate for the individual’s level of fitness and goals, charting progress by keeping records of routines and activities. In addition, activities incorporating speed, agility, footwork, endurance and core-body workouts.

TEAM SPORTS
Length/Credit: 1 Semester / 0.5 credit
Other: Grades 10 – 12

The emphasis in this course is on the continued development of skills and rules using traditional team sports such as basketball, flag football, softball, volleyball, team handball and speed away. This is a competitive setting.

RACKET SPORTS
Length/Credit: 1 Semester / 0.5 credit
Other: Grades 9 – 12

Racket sports include tennis, badminton, pickle ball, table tennis and indoor tennis. Students learn basic strokes, drills, strategies, teamwork and scoring to enjoy the games at a recreational level. Basic physical fitness workout is also included.

LIFETIME ACTIVITIES/YOGA
Length/Credit: 1 Semester / 0.5 credit
Other: Grades 9 – 12

This course emphasizes the development of physical fitness for lifelong fitness. This course focuses on the five components of fitness; flexibility, muscular strength, muscular endurance and cardiorespiratory to improve overall health. The activities included are yoga, cardiorespiratory workouts (power walk/jog), circuit training, body toning, weight training, interval training, community walks, and other alternative fitness activities.

Visual Arts Courses

All art courses require a materials fee. Students who qualify for free/reduced lunch may have fee waived.

ART SURVEY
Length/Credit: Semester, 0.5
Credit Type: Fine Arts
Fee: $20

In this introductory course, students cover a broad range of art concepts, techniques, and media. Study of the Elements of Art and Principles of Design are included in the projects to begin establishing fluency in the language of art. Sketchbooks are used to document the progression of skills acquired, and self-expression. The sketchbook contains visual and written entries, including responses and reflections on works of art. No previous art experience necessary. All students are welcome. This course may be repeated for credit.

CERAMICS BEGINNING
Length/Credit: Semester, 0.5
Credit Type: Fine Arts
Other: available to grades 11 & 12 only
Fee: $15 per semester

This beginning course is for students who want to work with their hands and develop ideas in 3-dimensional form. Students work with clay, creating both functional and non-functional art pieces. Students learn the properties of clay, construction methods, glazing techniques and the firing process as core concepts of this course. Students learn about ceramic arts and artists from a variety of contemporary and historical sources and across cultures. No previous art experience necessary. All students are welcome. This course may be repeated for credit.

CERAMICS ADVANCED
Length/Credit: Semester, 0.5
Credit Type: Fine Arts
Other: available to grades 11 & 12 only
Fee: $20 per semester

In this course, students explore Ceramics at a higher level with hand building and wheel methods. Students design and develop works through investigation of techniques and materials through ceramic arts and artists from a variety of contemporary and historical sources across cultures. Assignments are more complex, challenging students to make deeper connections and use voice to communicate ideas. Students have a portfolio of work at the end of the semester.

DRAWING & PAINTING BEGINNING
Length/Credit: Semester, 0.5
Other: available to grades 10-12 only
Credit Type: Fine Arts
Fee: $20 per semester

Drawing and Painting Beginning introduces students to the Elements of Art and Principles of Design. Study of these are included in art projects to establish fluency in the language of art. Students create art in a variety of drawing and painting media and explore the relationship between observation, artistic vision, and composition. Students use sketchbooks or other means to develop skills and ideas. Visual Art builds lifelong skills through critical thinking and the creative process. No previous art experience necessary. All students are welcome. This course may be repeated for credit.

DRAWING & PAINTING ADVANCED
Length/Credit: Semester, 0.5
Credit Type: Fine Arts
Other: available to grades 10-12 only

Drawing and Painting Advanced is intended for students who want to further their knowledge and experience in drawing and painting media. Students in this course continue to create art and explore the relationship between observation, artistic vision, and composition in an advanced setting. Students explore media and ideas with more independence and demonstrate responding and reflecting on their own work and that of others. Students produce a portfolio of work at the end of this course. This course may be repeated for credit.

AP ART AND DESIGN A & B – DRAWING & PAINTING
Length/Credit: Yearlong, 1.0
Credit Type: Fine Arts

This year-long AP Art and Design course presents an inquiry-based approach to learning about art and design. Students conduct in-depth and sustained investigation of materials, processes, and ideas with a self-selected media focus: Drawing, 2D and 3D art. This process supports students to become inquisitive and thoughtful artists and designers. The course continues for a second semester where students develop a portfolio in preparation for AP College Board submission. This course is recommended but not limited to students looking to apply to art colleges after high school.

Media Arts Courses

GRAPHIC DESIGN BEGINNING
Length/Credit: Semester, 0.5
Cross Credit: Fine Arts or CTE

Graphic Design Beginning is an introductory course that teaches the fundamentals of creatively and effectively communicating through digital images. Employing both traditional and digital tools, students learn graphic design skills, software, and industry standards. This course may be cross-credited for Fine Arts.

PHOTOGRAPHY BEGINNING
Length/Credit: Semester, 0.5
Fee: $25 per semester
Cross Credit: Fine Arts or CTE

Photography Beginning is designed to explore photography as a method of creative visual communication. Students in this course learn basic camera operations and principles of photography such as photo composition, lighting, exposure, and editing in both film and digit photography. This course may be cross-credited for Fine Arts.

PHOTOGRAPHY ADVANCED
Length/Credit: Semester, 0.5
Credit Type: Fine Arts or CTE
Fee: $25 per semester, Camera Rental: $10 per semester

Photography Advanced is designed for students interested in expressing their personal creative vision through photography. Students in this course develop their own ideas through open-ended assignments and explore photography as a potential career pathway. This course may be cross-credited for Fine Arts. This course may be repeated for credit.

AP ART AND DESIGN A & B – PHOTOGRAPHY
Length/Credit: Yearlong, 1.0
Credit Type: College credit available via AP Testing, Fine Art or CTE

This year-long AP Art and Design course presents an inquiry-based approach to learning about art and design. Students conduct in-depth and sustained investigation of materials, processes, and ideas with a self-selected media focus: Drawing, 2D and 3D art. This process supports students to become inquisitive and thoughtful artists and designers. The course continues for a second semester where students develop a portfolio in preparation for AP College Board submission. This course is recommended but not limited to students looking to apply to art colleges after high school. Students may receive CTE credit after fulfilling all Fine Arts credit requirements.

VIDEO BEGINNING A & B
Length/Credit: Semester, 0.5 or Yearlong, 1.0
Credit Type: Fine Arts or CTE

This introductory course teaches the fundamentals of creatively and effectively communicating visual stories through the lens of a video camera, including critical media analysis. Students collaborate while learning the video production process: pre-production (planning, developing ideas, and identifying resources), production (lighting, composition, and audio recording techniques), and post-production (editing with graphics, sound, and visual effects). Types of productions may include narrative, documentary, news, informational, and experimental. This course may be cross-credited for Fine Arts.

VIDEO ADVANCED A & B
Length/Credit: Semester, 0.5 or Yearlong, 1.0
Credit Type: Fine Arts or CTE

This is a hands-on, project-based course in which students work in teams to produce a variety of increasingly complex productions. Students refine their understanding of the production process, incorporating more advanced techniques in development, shooting, sound, lighting, editing, graphics and special effects. This course may be cross-credited for Fine Arts. This course may be repeated for credit.

VIDEO SPECIAL PROJECTS
Length/Credit: Semester, 0.5 or Yearlong, 1.0
Credit Type: Fine Arts or CTE

Video Special Projects is a hands-on, project-based course in which students display leadership while producing a variety of highly complex productions. Emphasis is placed on approaching mastery of techniques in development, shooting, sound, lighting, editing, graphics and special effects. This course may be cross-credited for Fine Arts. This course may be repeated for credit.

Music Courses

CONCERT ORCHESTRA A & B
Length/Credit: Yearlong, 1.0
Credit Type: Fine Arts or CTE

This yearlong performing ensemble is for intermediate to advanced students of String instruments, and may also include Wind, Brass, and Percussion instruments*. Orchestra students play a wide variety of music from different cultures and time periods and perform in school concerts and regional festivals. Students develop skills in tone production, phrasing, rhythmic and aural acuity, and the advancement of technical skills. Students may receive CTE credit after fulfilling all Fine Arts credit requirements. This course may be repeated for credit.

Typically, BHS Orchestra is composed of string instruments w/o winds, brass, or percussion (aka: Band), however, Band & Orchestra & Choir classes collaborate on projects with each other throughout the year.

SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA A & B
Length/Credit: Yearlong, 1.0
Credit Type: Fine Arts or CTE

This year-long performing ensemble is for advanced students of String, Wind, Brass, and Percussion instruments*. Orchestra students play a wide variety of music from different cultures and time periods and perform in school concerts and regional festivals. Students develop advanced skills in tone production, phrasing, rhythmic and aural acuity, and the advancement of technical skills. Students may receive CTE credit after fulfilling all Fine Arts credit requirements. This course may be repeated for credit.

Typically, BHS Orchestra is composed of string instruments w/o winds, brass, or percussion (aka: Band), however, Band & Orchestra & Choir classes collaborate on projects with each other throughout the year.

CHAMBER ORCHESTRA A & B
Length/Credit: Yearlong, 1.0
Credit Type: Fine Arts or CTE

This yearlong performing ensemble is for advanced students who play violin, viola, cello, and bass. Orchestra students play a wide variety of music from different cultures and time periods and perform in school concerts and regional festivals. Students develop advanced skills in tone production, phrasing, rhythmic and aural acuity, and the advancement of technical skills such as shifting, vibrato, bow control, and posture. Students may receive CTE credit after fulfilling all Fine Arts credit requirements. This course may be repeated for credit.

TREBLE CHOIR A & B
Length/Credit: Semester, 0.5
Credit Type: Fine Arts

This course is an inclusive choral performing ensemble for soprano and alto voices. In this course, students perform fun, engaging choral literature from a variety of genres, cultures, and styles and learns correct vocal technique and musicianship skills. Students perform in school concerts and regional festivals. This course may be repeated for credit.

CONCERT CHOIR A & B
Length/Credit: Yearlong, 1.0
Credit Type: Fine Arts or CTE

Students in this yearlong course participate in an intermediate to advanced choral performing ensemble that performs quality choral literature from a variety of genres and cultures. Students learn vocal technique and musicianship skills. Students perform in school concerts and regional festivals. Students may receive CTE credit after fulfilling all Fine Arts credit requirements. This course may be repeated for credit.

CHORALE A & B
Length/Credit: Yearlong, 1.0
Credit Type: Fine Arts or CTE

This advanced yearlong course is designed to prepare the serious choral student for choral music experiences beyond high school. Chorale is an advanced choral performing ensemble. Students perform quality choral literature from a variety of genres, cultures, and styles, and learn correct vocal technique and musicianship skills. This course is a continuation of the choir sequence. Students perform in school concerts and regional festivals. Students may receive CTE credit after fulfilling all Fine Arts credit requirements. This course may be repeated for credit.

VOCAL JAZZ A & B
Length/Credit: Yearlong, 1.0
Credit Type: Fine Arts or CTE

This advanced course is designed for advanced musicians with an interest in jazz music. Vocal Jazz is a small mixed-voices ensemble for advanced singers and rhythm section. Students learn about various jazz styles and concepts, including improvisation and jazz theory. Students perform in school concerts and regional festivals. Students may receive CTE credit after fulfilling all Fine Arts credit requirements. This course may be repeated for credit.

CONCERT BAND A & B
Length/Credit: Yearlong, 1.0
Credit Type: Fine Arts

This yearlong performing ensemble is for students who play woodwind, brass, and percussion instruments. Students develop skills in tone production, phrasing, rhythmic and aural acuity, and advanced technical skills associated with one’s instrument along with correct posture. Band students learn and perform a wide variety of music from different cultures and time periods. Students perform in school concerts, regional festivals and athletic events. This course may be repeated for credit.

SYMPHONIC BAND A & B
Length/Credit: Yearlong, 1.0
Credit Type: Fine Arts or CTE

This yearlong performing ensemble is designed for advanced students who play traditional woodwind, brass and percussion instruments. Students develop skills in tone production, phrasing, rhythmic and aural acuity, advanced technical skills associated with one’s instrument, and correct posture. Band students learn and perform a wide variety of music from different cultures and time periods. Students perform in school concerts, regional festivals and athletic events. Students may receive CTE credit after fulfilling all Fine Arts credit requirements. This course may be repeated for credit.

WIND ENSEMBLE A & B
Length/Credit: Yearlong, 1.0
Credit Type: Fine Arts or CTE

This yearlong performing ensemble is designed for advanced students who play woodwind, brass and percussion instruments. Students continue to develop skills in tone production, phrasing, rhythmic and aural acuity, advanced technical skills associated with one’s instrument and correct posture. Students learn and perform a wide variety of music from different cultures and time periods. Students perform in school concerts, regional festivals and athletic events. Students may receive CTE credit after fulfilling all Fine Arts credit requirements. This course may be repeated for credit.

JAZZ BAND A & B
Length/Credit: Yearlong, 1.0
Credit Type: Fine Arts or CTE

Students in this yearlong performing ensemble learn about various jazz styles and concepts, including improvisation, jazz theory, and jazz history with traditional wind and rhythm section instrumentation. Students participate in all Jazz Band performances and activities during or outside the normal school day, including participation in festivals and trips. Students may receive CTE credit after fulfilling all Fine Arts credit requirements. This course may be repeated for credit.

JAZZ BAND ADVANCED A & B
Length/Credit: Yearlong, 1.0
Credit Type: Fine Arts or CTE

This advanced yearlong ensemble course is intended to prepare students for college jazz programs. Students in this course learn advanced jazz styles and concepts, including improvisation and composition, jazz theory, and jazz history. Students participate in all Jazz Band Advanced performances and activities during or outside the normal school day, including participation in festivals and trips. Students may receive CTE credit after fulfilling all Fine Arts credit requirements. This course may be repeated for credit.

PERCUSSION ENSEMBLE A & B
Length/Credit: Yearlong, 1.0
Credit Type: Fine Arts

This yearlong ensemble is intended for students who are interested in playing pitched and non-pitched percussion instruments in a cohesive performing ensemble. Students learn and perform a wide variety of music from different cultures and time periods and perform in school concerts and regional festivals. This course may be repeated for credit.

PERCUSSION ENSEMBLE ADVANCED A & B
Length/Credit: Yearlong, 1.0
Credit Type: Fine Arts or CTE

Students in this yearlong performing ensemble course learn advanced skills and technique on pitched and non-pitched instruments. Students participate in performances and activities during or outside the normal school day, including participation in festivals and trips. Students may receive CTE credit after fulfilling all Fine Arts credit requirements. This course may be repeated for credit.

GUITAR LAB 1
Length/Credit: Semester, 0.5
Credit Type: Fine Arts

Students in this course will learn the necessary skills and concepts to gain a foundational proficiency on guitar and music-reading. This is a one semester class. This course may be repeated for credit.

GUITAR LAB 2
Length/Credit: Semester, 0.5
Credit Type: Fine Arts

This advanced course is designed for students to build on prior understanding of the guitar and further develop their technical and musical skills. This is a one-semester course. This course may be repeated for credit

PIANO LAB 1
Length/Credit: Semester, 0.5
Credit Type: Fine Arts

Students in this course learn to play the piano. Students in the piano class learn the necessary skills and concepts to gain foundational proficiency on the piano keyboard. This is a one semester class. This course may be repeated for credit.

PIANO LAB 2
Length/Credit: Semester, 0.5
Credit Type: Fine Arts

This advanced course is designed for students to build on their prior understanding of foundational piano and theory skills. This is a one semester class. This course may be repeated for credit.

AP MUSIC THEORY A & B
Length/Credit: Yearlong, 1.0
Credit Type: Fine Arts

This advanced music course is intended for students to gain a first-year college level understanding of Western tonal music theory. Students develop their understanding of written tonal theory, aural music dictation, sight-singing, and repertoire analysis. Students are strongly encouraged to be concurrently enrolled in a music ensemble or have other musical experience.

Theatre Courses

THEATRE BEGINNING
Length/Credit: Semester, 0.5
Credit Type: Fine Arts

This introductory course is for all students looking to develop skills in acting and performing in front of others. Public speaking, creative problem solving, and collaboration are explored through creative activities, voice and movement exercises, improvisation, story structure, creating character, and scene study. No previous theatre experience necessary. All students are welcome. This course may be repeated for credit.

THEATRE ADVANCED
Length/Credit: Semester, 0.5
Credit Type: Fine Arts

This advanced course expands exposure to contemporary and classic plays, broadens student repertoire of audition material, and explores specialized acting skills. The course may include topics such as advanced acting methods, resume development, movement-based acting techniques, pantomime, mask work, improvisation, stage combat, stage make-up, or creative drama. This course may be repeated for credit.

THEATRE PLAY PRODUCTION
Length/Credit: Semester, 0.5
Credit Type: Fine Arts or CTE

Theatre Play Production prepares students to use the skills and techniques of acting and performance in one or more plays produced for a public audience. This course mirrors professional theatre standards, culminating with a full-scale production of a play. Students may also have opportunities to work in areas of theatre production including directing, scenic design and construction, costuming, properties, stage management, promotions and publicity. Students may receive CTE credit after fulfilling all Fine Arts requirements. This course may be repeated for credit.

TECHNICAL THEATRE BEGINNING
Length/Credit: Semester, 0.5
Credit Type: Fine Arts or CTE

Technical Theatre Beginning is a production-oriented course that provides foundational stagecraft skills and safety procedures preparing students for industry and college study of technical theatre. Students engage in scenic design and construction, lighting, sound, properties, costumes, make-up, special effects, theatre management, stage management, and theatre terminology. Technical Theatre Beginning is offered as a CTE course, CTE course cross-credited for Fine Arts, and a Fine Arts course. This course may be repeated for credit.

TECHNICAL THEATRE ADVANCED
Length/Credit: Semester, 0.5
Credit Type: Fine Arts or CTE

Technical Theatre Advanced is a production-oriented course that extends skills in Technical Theatre and Design. Students apply, analyze and assist in the creation of a unifying concept for a production in one or more of the following disciplines: lighting, sound, properties, set construction, special effects, costumes, make-up, theatre management, or stage management. Students may choose a technical theatre focus, assist, and then lead the design process for a main stage production including the development of a design portfolio. Technical Theatre Advanced is offered as a CTE course, CTE course cross-credited for Fine Arts, and a Fine Arts course. This course may be repeated for credit.

Business Education/Finance Courses

ACCOUNTING 1
Length/Credit: 1 Semester/ 0.5 credit – One of the prerequisites for Academy of Finance
Credit Type: CTE

A career and technical education course designed to develop knowledge of the basic principles, concepts, procedures, and vocabulary of accounting. Students work through the accounting cycle, first in a service business for a proprietorship and then in a merchandising business for a partnership.

ACCOUNTING 2
Length/Credit: 1 Semester / 0.5 credit
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Accounting 1
Credit Type: CTE
Dual Credit: Seattle College Credit Available-must complete Accounting 1 & 2 with B average.

When followed by Accounting 1 this SERs articulated and CTE education course is designed to further the knowledge base acquired in Accounting 1. Students work through the accounting cycle for a merchandising business organized as a partnership and as a corporation.

ACCOUNTING 3
Length/Credit: 1 Semester / 0.5 credit
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Accounting 2
Credit Type: CTE
Other: This course is offered as an independent study course housed in the regular Accounting 1 & 2 classroom.

In this course, students continue toward vocational competency in accounting procedures. They learn departmental and partnership accounting and do advanced work in inventory, accounts receivable, accounts payable and payroll. Business simulation sets provide realistic, practical application of advanced accounting procedures.

COMPUTER APPLICATIONS 1
Length/Credit: 1 Semester / 0.5 credit
Credit Type: CTE

Students will gain an overall picture of the capabilities and impact of computer technology by learning how to use Microsoft Office Word, Excel, Access, Publisher and PowerPoint. Students also learn how to create basic web pages in HTML and basic movies using Windows Movie Maker. While working with these programs, students will continuously work on increasing their typing speed and accuracy by using proper techniques.

AP MACROECONOMICS 1 & 2
Length/Credit: Yearlong / 0.5 credit per semester
Prerequisite: Algebra 1 & Geometry
Credit Type: CTE
Other: Open to Grades 11th or 12th

AP Macroeconomics 1A is a college level course designed to provide students with a development understanding of the principles of economics and how those principles operate within the economic system as a whole. Emphasizing the study of the following topics: Basic Economic Concepts; Measurement of Economic Performance; National Income and Price Determination; Financial Sector; Stabilization Policies; Economic Growth; and Open Economy: International Trade and Finance. Students will be expected to take the AP-Macro Economics exam in the spring.

PRINCIPLES OF FINANCE
Length/Credit: 1 Semester / 0.5 credit
Credit Type: CTE
Other: Open to grades 10-12

This course introduces students to the financial world & how it impacts them. Students develop financial literacy as they learn about the function of finance in society. Students learn the basics of finances and study in depth the benefits & risks of income, investments, credit, insurance and financial planning. Students take what they learn complete the “Life at 25 Project” Where they have a 30-point financial plan based on their vision of themselves at age 25. It is based on their actual financial situation, college preferences, and ambitions.

BUSINESS MANAGEMENT A
Length/Credit: 1 Semester / 0.5 credit
Credit Type: CTE
Other: Open to 11th or 12th

The course provides core content applicable to all aspects of business and encompasses the practical applications of management theory. Students will be introduced to the fundamental management functions including planning, organizing, leading and controlling from multiple perspectives. Including the use of technology and communication as tools of business. The course is designed with a skills-based approach and focuses on six major units: 1. Managing and management responsibilities, 2. The environment of business, management, 3. Business organization and management, 4. Financial management, 5. Production and marketing management, 6. Human resources management.

BUSINESS MANAGEMENT B
Length/Credit: 1 Semester / 0.5 credit
Credit Type: CTE
Other: Open to 11th or 12th

Business Management B (formally named Business in a Global Economy) builds on the basics covered in Business Management A. Breaking down the different functions of business management. 1. Marketing, Product & Promotion, Distribution, Leadership Motivation, HR, Information Management and Operations. This course retains its concentration on the internation aspects of business. By helping students to understand the how and why businesses choose to expand their operations into other countries and utilize the above functions to successfully expand globally. This course exposes students to the unique challenges facing firms doing business internationally, and to the potential opportunities available to those businesses broadening students’ understanding of how businesses operate, grow, and thrive in our ever-changing world.

BUS 130 BUSINESS MATH A/B
Length/Credit: Yearlong / 0.5 credit per semester
Prerequisites: Algebra 1 & Geometry
Dual Credit: CIHS via Edmonds College
Cross Credit: Available as Math or CTE credit
Other: Open to 10th – 12th grade

This course is a two-semester course equivalent to a one-quarter Business Mathematics college course. Students are eligible to earn 5.0 college credits after completing both semesters of this course (tuition fees apply). The course includes instruction and review of basic math functions to prepare students for business classes. Topics may include using ratio-proportion, percents, estimating, basic algebra, trade/cash discounts, promissory notes, credit terms, and other consumer related activities. Although this course does not fulfill the math requirement for four-year degrees, it does fulfill the math requirement for many two-year Associate in Technical Arts (ATA) degrees. Including Accounting, Business Information Technology, Business Management, Construction Management, Culinary Arts, Horticulture, Hospitality and Tourism, Medical Information Technology, and others.

Marketing Education Courses

MARKETING I
Length/Credit 1 Semester / 0.5 credit
Credit Type: CTE
Other: Open to Grades 9, 10, 11, 12

Marketing 1 Introductory course which will expose students to the fundamental concepts of marketing. Students will evaluate interpersonal communication concepts and skills. This course will clearly define the marketing concept and lead students into a marketing education career pathway. Students may have the opportunity to participate and compete in DECA competitions and activities. Topics covered in Marketing 1 may include: what is marketing, introduction to business, marketing and economic concepts, human relations, how to get and keep a job, career development, selling and promotion.

MARKETING II
Free Community College Credit Available Through Tech Prep
Length/Credit: 1 Semester / 0.5 credit – available either semester
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Marketing 1
Credit Type: CTE

Marketing 2 Second of four courses that introduce students to the world of marketing including business and marketing functions, risk management, finance, marketing operations and specialized career development – in the area of the student’s interest. A central focus throughout the course will be the development of soft skills including teamwork, oral communication, written communication, and decision-making. Students have the opportunity to participate in DECA. Prerequisite: Marketing 1 or concurrent enrollment in Marketing 1.

PROJECT MANAGEMENT I
Length/Credit: 1 Semester / 0.5 credit
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Marketing 1 & 2 recommended
Credit Type: CTE

Project Management 1 Entry level Project Management introduces the students to the fundamental knowledge, terminology and processes of effective project management. This class is an introduction to Project Management in Contemporary Organizations. It includes the role of the project manager characteristics and attributes of successful project managers; and the challenges of managing projects in a multicultural, global environment. The class covers Project Selection Criteria, The project planning systems, work breakdown structure analysis, negotiation and conflict resolution to facilitate planning. The course will cover the process and guidelines for developing a schedule; the construction of Gantt Charts, CPM and PERT methods.

Create a Project Management Plan. Evaluate the competing demands of scope, time, cost, quality, resources, and risk to produce specified outline. Document progress of a project using GANTT charts Demonstrate effective communication in a diverse group setting. Set up and follow a project review process. Develop detailed description of the project and deliverables. Break down the project deliverable into smaller, manageable components or tasks, and create a work breakdown schedule (WBS). Control scope by monitoring the time and resources used by the project, and controlling change.

PROJECT MANAGEMENT II
Length/Credit: 1 Semester / 0.5 credit
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Project Management 1
Credit Type: CTE

Project Management 2 Students will perform a risk analysis of critical tasks and follow the guidelines and methods for proper data collection and the use of data to control a project. Students will use various methodologies for cost estimation; and provide status reports on their project throughout the term. The course will end with student presentations and lessons learned.

Control scope by monitoring the time and resources used by the project, and controlling change. Determine and manage schedule changes Use tools and techniques to monitor budget of project Determine skill sets of team members. Complete a responsibility assignment matrix (RAM) Develop presentation techniques that communicate project information effectively. Develop project reports, project presentations, project records, feedback from stakeholders, and lessons learned. Create risk probability and impact assessment and matrix Identify project management certifications, their benefit, and the requirements to obtain them.

ENTREPRENEURSHIP
Length/Credit: 1 Semester / 0.5 credit
Prerequisite: Marketing 1
Credit Type: CTE
Other: Open to Grades 9-12

Entrepreneurship is a specialized business course designed to provide students the skills needed to effectively organize, develop, create, finance, and manage their own business. Additional topics to be addressed are assessment of personal skills, leadership, human relations and interpersonal skills, and the importance of business ethics. Students will write a business prospectus (plan) for a start-up business of their choice will participate in a virtual business competition, and a real-life Shark Tank style completion. Enrollment in Entrepreneurship allows students to participate in DECA, an association of Marketing Students.

Computer Science Courses

AP COMPUTER SCIENCE PRINCIPLES 1 & 2
Length/Credit: Yearlong / 0.5 per semester
Prerequisite: None
Credit Type: CTE and 3rd Year Math
Other: Open to grades 9-12; Algebra is helpful

AP Computer Science Principles is an introductory computing course that introduces students to the breadth of the field of computer science. Topics include introductions to programming, algorithms, networking, hardware as well as AI and other emerging technologies.

This course is for those that are curious about a career in technology or have a personal interest in computing and technology. There is no prerequisite to take this course. This course is designed to prepare students for the AP Computer Science Principles exam.

CS1: IMMERSIVE MEDIA A/B
Length/Credit: Yearlong / 0.5 credit per semester
Prerequisite: None
Credit Type: CTE
Other: Open to grades 9-12; Emphasis on independent study

This course introduces students to the foundations of game design and development utilizing the Unity game engine platform. Students will learn product design theory, programming concepts and product management skills while using industry specific software to create small projects. The class culminates with a collaborative team project of the students’ own design using immersive technology such as virtual or augmented reality.

CS2: AP COMPUTER SCIENCE A1/A2
Length/Credit: Yearlong / 0.5 credit per semester
Credit Type: CTE, Science, and Math
Other: Open to grades 10 – 12; Algebra is helpful

The AP Computer Science A1/A2 course is intended to service students that are planning to major in computer science or other disciplines that require significant involvement with technology. Students will be able to demonstrate their ability to design, write, analyze, debug and document programs and subprograms using JAVA. This course is designed to prepare students for the AP Computer Science A exam and can be used as a 4th year Science or Math Credit.

COMPUTER SCIENCE PROJECTS 1 & 2
Length/Credit: Yearlong / 0.5 credit per semester
Prerequisite: a CTE course emphasizing an aspect of product creation i.e.: AP Computer Science, Graphic Design, Entrepreneurship, etc.
Credit Type: CTE
Other: Open to grades 11 – 12; Heavy emphasis on independent study

This course is culminating CS course and will allow students to hone their product development skills. Students taking this course will experience the satisfaction of creating a final project of their own design that demonstrate the value and power of computer science. Lessons on software development processes, project design and management, among other topics will assist in completing the projects. Students taking this course will be expected to be self-directed and motivated. The class will use the agile system for project development, teaching students a very useful and relevant project management system.

Technical Education Courses

GRAPHIC DESIGN BEGINNING
Length/Credit: Semester, 0.5
Credit Type: CTE or Fine Arts

Graphic Design Beginning is an introductory course that teaches the fundamentals of creatively and effectively communicating through digital images. Employing both traditional and digital tools, students learn graphic design skills, software, and industry standards. This course may be cross-credited for Fine Arts.

METAL 1
Length/Credit: 1 Semester only – course cannot be repeated / 0.5 credit
Prerequisite: Open to Grades 10 – 12
Credit Type: CTE

The Metalworking class is designed to give students the opportunity to study many of the tools, materials, and processes common to working with metal and metalworking occupations. The course curriculum combines technical instruction with hands-on shop experience. Students learn to operate tools and machines used in the trades and industry. Safety in all shop activities is emphasized.

WOODS 1
Length/Credit: 1 Semester / 0.5 credit
Credit Type: CTE

This introductory class in Woodworking provides students with the opportunity to study many of the tools, materials, and processes common to working with wood and wood construction. The course curriculum combines technical instruction with hands-on shop experience. Students learn to operate tools and machines used in the trades and industry. Safety in all shop activities is emphasized.

WOODS 2
Length/Credit: 1 Semester / 0.5 credit
Credit Type: CTE, Tech Prep

The Advanced Woods course builds on skills previously learned in the introductory course. The goal is to develop greater independence in the context of safety, design, layout, and the processes and techniques of woodworking and woods construction. Students will be given the opportunity to learn to operate more complex tools and machines than the basic course. Completion of Wood 1 and Woods Advanced qualifies for Tech Prep (Community College) credit. Safety in all shop activities is emphasized.

ROBOTICS 1
Length/Credit: Semester, 0.5
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12

Use motors, actuators, infrared vision sensors, sound sensors, and remote control to build robots. Learn about the electronics, physics and computer programming that make it possible for robots to work. Create your own purpose for a robot, then design it, build it, program it, and operate it. Learn how robots are shaping the future today.

ROBOTICS 2
Length/Credit: Semester, 0.5
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12

Students continue to learn how to use motors, actuators, infrared vision sensors, sound sensors, and remote control to build robots. Learn about the electronics, physics and computer programming that make it possible for robots to work. Create your own purpose for a robot, then design it, build it, program it, and operate it. Learn how robots are shaping the future today. We’ll continue looking at how robots move, how they sense the world around them and how they make decisions. Then we’ll put all this together and apply what we’ve learned to build our own robot. You will design and create your own purpose for a robot, then build and operate it.

INTRODUCTION TO ENGINEERING DESIGN 1/2
Length/Credit: Yearlong / 0.5 credit per semester
Prerequisites: Must have passed or be currently enrolled in Algebra 1 A/B
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Other: Open to non-Pathway students on space available basis

The first course of the Project Lead the Way (Pre-Engineering) Program is an introductory course, which develops student problem solving skills, with emphasis placed on the development of three- dimensional solid models. Students will work from sketching simple geometric shapes to applying a solid modeling computer software package. They will learn a problem-solving design process and how it is used in industry to manufacture a product. The Computer Aided Design System (CAD) will also be used to analyze and evaluate the product design. The techniques learned, and equipment used, are state of the art and are currently being used by engineers throughout the United States. This is the 1st course of the Project Lead the Way curriculum.

PRINCIPLES OF ENGINEERING 1/2
Length/Credit: Yearlong / 0.5 credit per semester
Grades: 10, 11, 12

This is the second yearlong course in the Project Lead The Way (Pre-Engineering) Program and is a broad-based survey course designed to help students understand the field of engineering and engineering technology and its career possibilities. Students will develop engineering problem solving skills that are involved in post-secondary education programs and engineering careers. They will explore various engineering systems and manufacturing processes. They will also learn how engineers address concerns about the social and political consequences of technological change.

VIDEO BEGINNING A & B
Length/Credit: Semester, 0.5 or Year-long, 1.0
Cross Credit: Available as CTE or Fine Arts credit

This introductory course teaches the fundamentals of creatively and effectively communicating visual stories through the lens of a video camera, including critical media analysis. Students collaborate while learning the video production process: pre-production (planning, developing ideas, and identifying resources), production (lighting, composition, and audio recording techniques), and post-production (editing with graphics, sound, and visual effects). Types of productions may include narrative, documentary, news, informational, and experimental. This course may be cross-credited for Fine Arts.

VIDEO ADVANCED A & B
Length/Credit: Semester, 0.5 or Yearlong, 1.0
Cross Credit: Available as CTE or Fine Arts credit

This is a hands-on, project-based course in which students work in teams to produce a variety of increasingly complex productions. Students refine their understanding of the production process, incorporating more advanced techniques in development, shooting, sound, lighting, editing, graphics and special effects. This course may be cross-credited for Fine Arts. This course may be repeated for credit. 

VIDEO SPECIAL PROJECTS
Length/Credit: Semester, 0.5 or Yearlong, 1.0
Cross Credit: Available as CTE or Fine Arts credit

Video Special Projects is a hands-on, project-based course in which students display leadership while producing a variety of highly complex productions. Emphasis is placed on approaching mastery of techniques in development, shooting, sound, lighting, editing, graphics and special effects. This course may be cross-credited for Fine Arts. This course may be repeated for credit.

Family & Consumer Sciences Courses

APPAREL & TEXTILES 1
Length/Credit: 1 Semester / 0.5
Prerequisite: None – open to all grades
Credit Type: CTE

This class helps students become better clothing consumers as well as learning valuable sewing techniques. The students will use sewing machines to make projects. Other activities include fashion drawing, studying fashion designers, career exploration, fabric recycling, and wardrobe planning. Students will need to provide fabric and other materials for most projects.

APPAREL & TEXTILES 2
Length/Credit: 1 Semester / 0.5
Prerequisite: Successful completion of beginning course
Credit Type: CTE

Advanced students work on perfecting their skills and sewing techniques. Students will design and produce garments along with other advanced projects. Internships can be set up for more experience.

FOOD SCIENCE 1 & FOOD SCIENCE 2
Length/Credit: Semester / 0.5 CTE or Science credit for each semester
Prerequisite: None—open to all grades
Cross Credit: Available as CTE or Science credit

Food Science is a practical approach to science through the study of food. This is a one or two semester course that can be taken any semester. The course includes safety and sanitation, the scientific method, food preparation and evaluation, consumer information, and nutrition. Projects include community service and the development of leadership skills.

HUMAN DEVELOPMENT
Length/Credit: 1 Semester / 0.5
Prerequisite: None—open to all grades
Credit Type: CTE

This course explores the human life cycle, history of parenting, child development, and diseases. Class instruction will include Child Care Basics. This is a great class for students interested in healthcare, childcare, or psychology.

INDEPENDENT LIVING
Length/Credit: 1 Semester / 0.5
Prerequisite: None – open to all grades
Credit Type: CTE

This class will prepare students to take care of themselves and others. The course includes goal setting, decision making, nutrition, meal preparation, clothing care and repair, relationships, finances, career exploration, and leadership opportunities.

CTE Electives

CAREER CONNECT 1
Length/Credit: Semester / 0.5 credit per semester
Prerequisites: None
Credit Type: CTE

The course is designed to help students explore a variety of exciting careers to consider. The purpose of this course is to provide students with instruction in the career planning process directly related to local industry data, career interest, and skill attainment. Through the course, students will be developing a professional career portfolio, which includes career assessments, resumes, cover letters, and artifacts of student’s work that demonstrate their 21st century skills. Students will evaluate their employability skills, identify their personal values, learning styles, personality types, and career interests as they start to plan for their future through authentic classroom projects, career panels, field trips, internships and job interviews. Students can explore future careers, set goals and create a professional portfolio in order to be successful in their transition to life after high school.

CAREER CONNECT 2
Length/Credit: Semester / 0.5 credit per semester
Prerequisites: Career Connect 1
Credit Type: CTE

This course is the second course in the career connection pathway. Prerequisite-Career Connections 1. What makes this course unique is the 65 hour embedded career internship, like a clinical practicum. CC2 (Career Connect 2) students focus on building hands-on technical skills and have opportunities to unpack their learning during classroom discussions and assignments. Students will build out their professional portfolios through obtaining a local internship. The embedded internship provides opportunities for students to practice and attain employability skills desired by local business professionals in a meaningful and authentic setting. Students will transition from the classroom to the internship site (upon approval by the school) Monday through Friday. This course will benefit students who are currently working, seeking work, looking to add work experience to their resume or those about to enter the professional setting.

Science CTE Courses

BIO TECH BIOLOGY 1/2
Length/Credit: Yearlong course / 0.5 credit per semester
Cross Credit: Available as Science or CTE credit
Prerequisite: 9th Grade

The student will build his/her understanding of science through observation and investigation. The specific objectives of this Biology class are that the student understands and uses scientific concepts and principles.

In Biotech Bio 2, you will continue to apply knowledge learned in Biotech Bio 1, to better understand molecular biology and relatedness of organisms and biological systems.

AP ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE 1 & 2
Length/Credit: Yearlong / 0.5 credit per semester
Cross Credit: Available as Science or CTE credit
Recommendations: Successful completion of Biology A/B and Phys A/Chem A

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

PHYSIOLOGY A/B (Offered odd years)
Length/Credit: Yearlong / 0.5 credit per semester
Cross credit: Available as Science or CTE credit
Prerequisite: Biology A/B or Biotech Biology A/B

The Physiology A/B course is a year-long course intended for students interested in learning about the anatomy and physiology of the human body. Throughout the course students will engage in a series of hands-on laboratory and special projects while gaining experience with basic medical skills and terminology. Lessons will holistically integrate science and technology with hands-on activities, labs, group and independent projects, and connections to real-world challenges and case studies. This dual-credit course also provides college credit through Highline Community College, and supports students in meeting both lab science and CTE pathway graduation requirements.

Physiology A/B is part of the Health, Medical and Biotech CTE Pathway, which includes Biotech Biology and Systems Medicine.

Physiology A/B and Systems Medicine will alternate annually, with Physiology offered on odd school years (2025-2026, 2027-2028, etc.) and Systems Medicine offered on even school years (2024-2025, 2026-2027, etc.)

SYSTEMS MEDICINE A/B (Offered even years)
Length/Credit: Yearlong / 0.5 credit per semester
Cross Credit: Available as Science or CTE credit
Prerequisite: Biology A/B & Phys A/Chem A

Systems-driven medicine – focused on optimizing an individual’s wellness and identifying the earliest opportunities to reverse or even prevent disease – will soon be transforming the U.S. healthcare system. It will require a new generation of collaborative and interdisciplinary STEM and healthcare professionals trained in biology, engineering, physics, computer science, environmental sustainability, health, big data, and technology. It will also require a new generation of citizens who can think at a high level while actively participating in this new systems medicine economy. This course will focus on building and deepening interdisciplinary skills for applying biotechnology, biological sciences, biochemistry, genetics, history, technology, engineering, statistics, mathematics, bioinformatics, ethics, systems thinking, and patient-driven advocacy to learn about and explore careers and participation in the health and medical systems in our communities. This course will culminate in a capstone project that will be presented to community stakeholders.

Physiology A/B and Systems Medicine will alternate annually, with Physiology offered on odd school years (2025-2026, 2027-2028, etc.) and Systems Medicine offered on even school years (2024-2025, 2026-2027, etc.)

ENV HORTICULTURE 1/2
Length/Credit: Yearlong or Semester / 0.5 credit per semester
Cross Credit: Available as Science or CTE credit
Other: Open to grades 11 & 12

This course introduces the student to the general field of horticulture and environmental science. Students learn the scope of the industry, opportunities, and knowledge required to qualify for these opportunities. Students will learn about greenhouses, horticultural cultivation techniques, plant identification, ecology, and landscape design. Plant care, propagation, plant sales and communication about plant care are all implemented in this course. The student is also exposed to proper use and safety of landscape equipment, basic bedding and plant identification, and reclamation activities on campus.

OCEANOGRAPHY 1/2
Length/Credit: Yearlong / 0.5 credit per semester
Cross Credit: Available as Science or CTE credit
Prerequisite: Biology A/B & Phys A/Chem A

This course is an upper-level college course that combines elements of geology, chemistry, physics and marine biology. Students learn about the physical processes of the ocean, how the oceans are related to climate, how the oceans circulate and how humans affect the oceans. Students learn with university materials and the course includes many hands-on labs, field trips, lectures, project-based learning, and interaction with scientists. Special emphasis is given to the waters of Puget Sound and the surrounding area.

Media Arts CTE Courses

GRAPHIC DESIGN BEGINNING
Length/Credit: Semester, 0.5
Cross Credit: Fine Arts or CTE

Graphic Design Beginning is an introductory course that teaches the fundamentals of creatively and effectively communicating through digital images. Employing both traditional and digital tools, students learn graphic design skills, software, and industry standards. This course may be cross-credited for Fine Arts.

PHOTOGRAPHY BEGINNING
Length/Credit: Semester, 0.5
Fee: $25 per semester
Cross Credit: Fine Arts or CTE

Photography Beginning is designed to explore photography as a method of creative visual communication. Students in this course learn basic camera operations and principles of photography such as photo composition, lighting, exposure, and editing in both film and digit photography. This course may be cross-credited for Fine Arts.

PHOTOGRAPHY ADVANCED
Length/Credit: Semester, 0.5
Credit Type: Fine Arts or CTE
Fee: $25 per semester, Camera Rental: $10 per semester

Photography Advanced is designed for students interested in expressing their personal creative vision through photography. Students in this course develop their own ideas through open-ended assignments and explore photography as a potential career pathway. This course may be cross-credited for Fine Arts. This course may be repeated for credit.

AP ART AND DESIGN A & B – PHOTOGRAPHY
Length/Credit: Yearlong, 1.0
Credit Type: College credit available via AP Testing, Fine Art or CTE

This yearlong AP Art and Design course presents an inquiry-based approach to learning about art and design. Students conduct in-depth and sustained investigation of materials, processes, and ideas with a self-selected media focus: Drawing, 2D and 3D art. This process supports students to become inquisitive and thoughtful artists and designers. The course continues for a second semester where students develop a portfolio in preparation for AP College Board submission. This course is recommended but not limited to students looking to apply to art colleges after high school. Students may receive CTE credit after fulfilling all Fine Arts credit requirements.

VIDEO BEGINNING A & B
Length/Credit: Semester, 0.5 or Yearlong, 1.0
Credit Type: Fine Arts or CTE

This introductory course teaches the fundamentals of creatively and effectively communicating visual stories through the lens of a video camera, including critical media analysis. Students collaborate while learning the video production process: pre-production (planning, developing ideas, and identifying resources), production (lighting, composition, and audio recording techniques), and post-production (editing with graphics, sound, and visual effects). Types of productions may include narrative, documentary, news, informational, and experimental. This course may be cross-credited for Fine Arts.

VIDEO ADVANCED A & B
Length/Credit: Semester, 0.5 or Yearlong, 1.0
Credit Type: Fine Arts or CTE

This is a hands-on, project-based course in which students work in teams to produce a variety of increasingly complex productions. Students refine their understanding of the production process, incorporating more advanced techniques in development, shooting, sound, lighting, editing, graphics and special effects. This course may be cross-credited for Fine Arts. This course may be repeated for credit.

VIDEO SPECIAL PROJECTS
Length/Credit: Semester, 0.5 or Yearlong, 1.0
Credit Type: Fine Arts or CTE

Video Special Projects is a hands-on, project-based course in which students display leadership while producing a variety of highly complex productions. Emphasis is placed on approaching mastery of techniques in development, shooting, sound, lighting, editing, graphics and special effects. This course may be cross-credited for Fine Arts. This course may be repeated for credit.

Performing Arts/Music/Theatre CTE Courses

CONCERT ORCHESTRA A & B
Length/Credit: Yearlong, 1.0
Credit Type: Fine Arts or CTE

This yearlong performing ensemble is for intermediate to advanced students of String instruments, and may also include Wind, Brass, and Percussion instruments*. Orchestra students play a wide variety of music from different cultures and time periods and perform in school concerts and regional festivals. Students develop skills in tone production, phrasing, rhythmic and aural acuity, and the advancement of technical skills. Students may receive CTE credit after fulfilling all Fine Arts credit requirements. This course may be repeated for credit.

Typically, BHS Orchestra is composed of string instruments w/o winds, brass, or percussion (aka: Band), however, Band & Orchestra & Choir classes collaborate on projects with each other throughout the year.

SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA A & B
Length/Credit: Yearlong, 1.0
Credit Type: Fine Arts or CTE

This yearlong performing ensemble is for advanced students of String, Wind, Brass, and Percussion instruments*. Orchestra students play a wide variety of music from different cultures and time periods and perform in school concerts and regional festivals. Students develop advanced skills in tone production, phrasing, rhythmic and aural acuity, and the advancement of technical skills. Students may receive CTE credit after fulfilling all Fine Arts credit requirements. This course may be repeated for credit.

Typically, BHS Orchestra is composed of string instruments w/o winds, brass, or percussion (aka: Band), however, Band & Orchestra & Choir classes collaborate on projects with each other throughout the year.

CHAMBER ORCHESTRA A & B
Length/Credit: Yearlong, 1.0
Credit Type: Fine Arts or CTE

This yearlong performing ensemble is for advanced students who play violin, viola, cello, and bass. Orchestra students play a wide variety of music from different cultures and time periods and perform in school concerts and regional festivals. Students develop advanced skills in tone production, phrasing, rhythmic and aural acuity, and the advancement of technical skills such as shifting, vibrato, bow control, and posture. Students may receive CTE credit after fulfilling all Fine Arts credit requirements. This course may be repeated for credit.

CONCERT CHOIR A & B
Length/Credit: Yearlong, 1.0
Credit Type: Fine Arts or CTE

Students in this yearlong course participate in an intermediate to advanced choral performing ensemble that performs quality choral literature from a variety of genres and cultures. Students learn vocal technique and musicianship skills. Students perform in school concerts and regional festivals. Students may receive CTE credit after fulfilling all Fine Arts credit requirements. This course may be repeated for credit.

CHORALE A & B
Length/Credit: Yearlong, 1.0
Credit Type: Fine Arts or CTE

This advanced yearlong course is designed to prepare the serious choral student for choral music experiences beyond high school. Chorale is an advanced choral performing ensemble. Students perform quality choral literature from a variety of genres, cultures, and styles, and learn correct vocal technique and musicianship skills. This course is a continuation of the choir sequence. Students perform in school concerts and regional festivals. Students may receive CTE credit after fulfilling all Fine Arts credit requirements. This course may be repeated for credit.

VOCAL JAZZ A & B
Length/Credit: Yearlong, 1.0
Credit Type: Fine Arts or CTE

This advanced course is designed for advanced musicians with an interest in jazz music. Vocal Jazz is a small mixed-voices ensemble for advanced singers and rhythm section. Students learn about various jazz styles and concepts, including improvisation and jazz theory. Students perform in school concerts and regional festivals. Students may receive CTE credit after fulfilling all Fine Arts credit requirements. This course may be repeated for credit.

SYMPHONIC BAND A & B
Length/Credit: Yearlong, 1.0
Credit Type: Fine Arts or CTE

This yearlong performing ensemble is designed for advanced students who play traditional woodwind, brass and percussion instruments. Students develop skills in tone production, phrasing, rhythmic and aural acuity, advanced technical skills associated with one’s instrument, and correct posture. Band students learn and perform a wide variety of music from different cultures and time periods. Students perform in school concerts, regional festivals and athletic events. Students may receive CTE credit after fulfilling all Fine Arts credit requirements. This course may be repeated for credit.

WIND ENSEMBLE A & B
Length/Credit: Yearlong, 1.0
Credit Type: Fine Arts or CTE

This yearlong performing ensemble is designed for advanced students who play woodwind, brass and percussion instruments. Students continue to develop skills in tone production, phrasing, rhythmic and aural acuity, advanced technical skills associated with one’s instrument and correct posture. Students learn and perform a wide variety of music from different cultures and time periods. Students perform in school concerts, regional festivals and athletic events. Students may receive CTE credit after fulfilling all Fine Arts credit requirements. This course may be repeated for credit.

JAZZ BAND A & B
Length/Credit: Yearlong, 1.0
Credit Type: Fine Arts or CTE

Students in this yearlong performing ensemble learn about various jazz styles and concepts, including improvisation, jazz theory, and jazz history with traditional wind and rhythm section instrumentation. Students participate in all Jazz Band performances and activities during or outside the normal school day, including participation in festivals and trips. Students may receive CTE credit after fulfilling all Fine Arts credit requirements. This course may be repeated for credit.

JAZZ BAND ADVANCED A & B
Length/Credit: Yearlong, 1.0
Credit Type: Fine Arts or CTE

This advanced yearlong ensemble course is intended to prepare students for college jazz programs. Students in this course learn advanced jazz styles and concepts, including improvisation and composition, jazz theory, and jazz history. Students participate in all Jazz Band Advanced performances and activities during or outside the normal school day, including participation in festivals and trips. Students may receive CTE credit after fulfilling all Fine Arts credit requirements. This course may be repeated for credit.

PERCUSSION ENSEMBLE ADVANCED A & B
Length/Credit: Yearlong, 1.0
Credit Type: Fine Arts or CTE

Students in this yearlong performing ensemble course learn advanced skills and technique on pitched and non-pitched instruments. Students participate in performances and activities during or outside the normal school day, including participation in festivals and trips. Students may receive CTE credit after fulfilling all Fine Arts credit requirements. This course may be repeated for credit.

THEATRE PLAY PRODUCTION
Length/Credit: Semester, 0.5
Credit Type: Fine Arts or CTE

Theatre Play Production prepares students to use the skills and techniques of acting and performance in one or more plays produced for a public audience. This course mirrors professional theatre standards, culminating with a full-scale production of a play. Students may also have opportunities to work in areas of theatre production including directing, scenic design and construction, costuming, properties, stage management, promotions and publicity. Students may receive CTE credit after fulfilling all Fine Arts requirements. This course may be repeated for credit.

TECHNICAL THEATRE BEGINNING
Length/Credit: Semester, 0.5
Credit Type: Fine Arts or CTE

Technical Theatre Beginning is a production-oriented course that provides foundational stagecraft skills and safety procedures preparing students for industry and college study of technical theatre. Students engage in scenic design and construction, lighting, sound, properties, costumes, make-up, special effects, theatre management, stage management, and theatre terminology. Technical Theatre Beginning is offered as a CTE course, CTE course cross-credited for Fine Arts, and a Fine Arts course. This course may be repeated for credit.

TECHNICAL THEATRE ADVANCED
Length/Credit: Semester, 0.5
Credit Type: Fine Arts or CTE

Technical Theatre Advanced is a production-oriented course that extends skills in Technical Theatre and Design. Students apply, analyze and assist in the creation of a unifying concept for a production in one or more of the following disciplines: lighting, sound, properties, set construction, special effects, costumes, make-up, theatre management, or stage management. Students may choose a technical theatre focus, assist, and then lead the design process for a main stage production including the development of a design portfolio. Technical Theatre Advanced is offered as a CTE course, CTE course cross-credited for Fine Arts, and a Fine Arts course. This course may be repeated for credit.

PHYSIOLOGY A/B (Offered odd years)
Length/Credit: Yearlong / 0.5 credit per semester
Cross credit: Available as Science or CTE credit
Prerequisite: Biology A/B or Biotech Biology A/B

The Physiology A/B course is a year-long course intended for students interested in learning about the anatomy and physiology of the human body. Throughout the course students will engage in a series of hands-on laboratory and special projects while gaining experience with basic medical skills and terminology. Lessons will holistically integrate science and technology with hands-on activities, labs, group and independent projects, and connections to real-world challenges and case studies. This dual-credit course also provides college credit through Highline Community College, and supports students in meeting both lab science and CTE pathway graduation requirements.

Physiology A/B is part of the Health, Medical and Biotech CTE Pathway, which includes Biotech Biology and Systems Medicine.

GLOBAL STUDIES THROUGH FILM SPANISH A/B
Length/Credit: Yearlong / 0.5 credit per semester
Prerequisite: Advanced Spanish language learners who have completed AP Spanish 5 and/or have excelled in Spanish 4 and/or students who are native Spanish speakers and have an interest in exploring culture through film studies.

Global Studies through Film Span A/B is a year long class that explores the Spanish speaking world through film. The course will develop students’ critical thinking and analytical skills in the target language.  Students will learn about the rich and varied cultures and histories of Spain and Latin America through film. Students will compare and contrast perspectives, societies and themes in order to understand the rich cultures of the Spanish speaking world. Various genres of film will be discussed and analyzed. This course is taught completely in Spanish at the Intermediate High to Advanced Level of Spanish proficiency. Students will be required to read, write, listen and speak in Spanish.

Special Education Courses

HIGH SCHOOL STUDY SKILLS
Length/Credit: 0.5 credit per semester

The Study Skills course will develop and refine skills for time and organizational management, study techniques, social/behavior, academic guidance and planning, and coping strategies. Instructors will monitor, support, assist, tutor, and meet with students to work on targeted academic and executive skills as identified in their IEPs for General Education and/or Special Education course offerings. Students are guided through different problem solutions and encouraged to become actively involved in their education by becoming independent, resourceful learners.

Study Skills A: SEL Study/Org + Social/Behavior
Study Skills B: Access Study/Org + Social/Behavior
Study Skills C: Resource Study/Org (Social/Behavior if in IEP)

LIFE SKILLS – M
Length/Credit 0.5 credit per semester

The main emphasis is the development of skills all students will need to use in their adult life. It concentrates on communication skills, writing skills, reading skills, analysis skills, conflict resolution, family finances and household budgeting, and planning skills. The students will develop social skills used at the work site and in the family unit. STUDENT LEARNING OBJECTIVES (SLO”S) Learning objectives for students enrolled in Special Education may be derived from two primary sources, depending on the procedure used during the placement process and a student’s level of educational need as defined under WAC 392-1712. If the student has minimal educational needs, and the Special Education program goal is to return them to the least restrictive environment or to the regular program, then the learning objectives could be those used in regular curriculum. The IEP (Individualized Educational Plan) could, however, supersede the regular education SLO”s as the Special Education program moves to reduce the student’s reliance on Special Education and meet their individual educational needs. For students enrolled in Special Education more than half the instructional day, the IEP would define the learning objectives for each individual student in accordance with the Washington Administrative Code (WAC). Consequently, the Multi-Disciplinary Team/IEP process may redefine the student’s basic educational program, based on the student’s conditions of handicap and level of educational need, in accordance with the appropriate procedures outlined in the WAC.

LA 9A-M AND 9B-M
Length/Credit: 2 Semesters / 0.5 credit per semester

The Language Arts 9(M) course is designed to provide students with the building blocks of written language. Mastery of basic grammar is the goal of Language Arts 9(M). The student will learn to identify common and proper nouns, verbs, adjectives, and adverbs. The student will correctly use subject/verb agreement in writing simple sentences. The student will correctly link sentences into paragraphs, using correct indentation, punctuation, and spelling. Reading is a main component of our Language Arts class. We use reading materials which emphasizes developing vocabulary, decoding skills, and building comprehension skills. Also, we complete daily reading exercises from our “Books on Tape” library.

LA 10 A/B M
Length/Credit: 2 Semesters / 0.5 credit per semester

Students in the Language Arts 10(M) course will polish their skills of English grammar, sentence and paragraph structure, punctuation, and spelling. The students will write fiction and non-fiction papers. We will learn library research techniques and how to write school reports. Reading is a main component of our Language Arts class. We use reading materials which emphasizes developing vocabulary, decoding skills, and building comprehension skills. Also, we complete daily reading exercises from our “Books on Tape” library.

LA 11 A/B M
Length/Credit: 2 Semesters / 0.5 credit per semester

The Language Arts 11(M) course designed to build upon the foundations taught in the Language Arts 9(M) and 10(M) programs. Prior to entering the Language Arts 11(M) class, the student will have mastery of basic grammar, sentence and paragraph structure, basic punctuation, and spelling. The student must demonstrate the ability to correctly link paragraphs into essay form. In Language Arts 11(M), the student will learn library research skills. These skills will be used in writing their research reports. The research skills will be honed, in preparation for developing and presenting their senior project.

LA 12 M A/B M
Length/Credit: 2 Semesters / 0.5 credit per semester
Prerequisite: Senior status

This course is focused on the senior project that is multimedia based. Students entering the Language Arts 12(M) class will have mastery of basic grammar, sentence and paragraph structure, basic punctuation, and spelling. The student must demonstrate the ability to correctly link paragraphs into essay form. The student will build upon the research skills learned in Language Arts 11(M). This is a one-semester course designed to aid the student in developing and presenting their senior project.

BASIC MATH I A/B M
Length/Credit: 2 Semesters / 0.5 credit per semester

This course parallels the topics covered in the general education math introduction course with an emphasis on building basic life skills math. This course is for students who have experienced delays in mathematic concepts and need individual attention as well as group instruction and IEP support.

BASIC MATH 2 A/B M
Length/Credit: 2 Semesters / 0.5 credit per semester

This course parallels the topics covered in the general education math introduction course with an emphasis on building pre-algebra skills. This course is for students who have experienced delays in mathematic concepts and need individual attention as well as group instruction and IEP support.

PE-M
Length/Credit: 1 Semester / 0.5 credit
Other: Grades 9 – 12

All students will participate in individual and team sports, such as basketball, badminton, tennis, volleyball, flag football, indoor baseball and/or a variety of fitness related activities.

WORLD HISTORY 1 M
Length/Credit: 1 Semester / 0.5 credit

These courses introduce major civilizations to 1100 A.D. and the contribution of bio-archaeology to pre-literary history. Content focuses on writing systems and emphasizes the contribution of Greek culture to our contemporary world.

WORLD HISTORY 2/3 M
Length/Credit: 2 Semesters / 0.5 credit per semester
Prerequisite: World History 1

The first semester emphasizes Roman, Arab, and Chinese cultures. Exit requirements for each class include a student notebook of daily notes, quizzes, chapter reviews, a final chart, and final exam. The second semester course is a survey of world history from the Industrial revolution to the present day.

US HISTORY 11 A M/B M
Length/Credit: 2 Semesters / 0.5 credit per semester
Prerequisite: Junior status

US 11A covers pre-Columbus America through 1897. US 11B covers the age of United States empire, building from the 1898 Spanish-American war to the present. The course includes extensive coverage of economic incentives, resource allocation, and power dynamics. Geographic knowledge and the appreciation of cultural diversity will also be emphasized.

AMERICAN GOVERNMENT AND ECONOMICS M
Length/Credit: 1 Semester / 0.5 credit
Prerequisite: Senior Status

This course includes how economics influence the modern political scene. Students will have a basic understanding of the Bill of Rights and how it relates to modern civil liberties. Federal, state, and local levels of government will be studied. Individuals will understand their responsibilities as voters and be expected to register to vote.

Multilingual Education Courses

ELD 3A/3B ADJUNCT