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Monrovia High School: Course Description Handbook: 2016-2017

Monrovia High School

Course Description Handbook 2016 - 2017


MONROVIA HIGH SCHOOL 845 West Colorado Boulevard

Monrovia, CA 91016 (626) 471 - 2800

ADMINISTRATION

Kirk McGinnis, Principal David Hong, Associate Principal

Scott Iler, Assistant Principal

COUNSELING DEPARTMENT

Gary Ho, Last Name A-Go Grace Yoshimoto, Gr - N

Noelani Putirka, Last Name O - Z Noel Hernandez, MASA/Intensive

Tam Ly, College and Career Counseling Tech Javier De La O, Registrar Brenda Garcia, Secretary

(626) 471 – 2868


Monrovia High School Graduation Requirements

University of California A-G Requirements

NCAA Requirements Graduation Requirements

In order to graduate and receive a diploma from Monrovia High School, every student must meet the following standards of

proficiency as set by the Monrovia Unified School District:

Students must have a GPA of 2.0 or higher.

Students must also earn a minimum of 220 credits and complete the subject areas listed below:

English 40 credits

Social Science 35 credits

1 semester of Geography

1 year of World History

1 year of U. S. History

1 semester of Government

1 semester of Economics

Science (Life and Physical) 20 credits

Mathematics (Algebra I or equivalency) 20 credits

Physical Education 20 credits

Health (1 semester) 5 credits

Visual & Performing Arts 10

Elective Credits 70

University of California “A – G” Requirements (CSU Recommended)

MHS students who plan to attend a four-year college or university must satisfy the following University of California “A-G”

required courses with grades of „C‟ or better.

IMPORTANT NEW POLICY: UC policy states that students must complete 11 out of the 15 A-G requirements with C or

better by July of the 11th

grade year. Additionally, UC will no longer require the SAT Subject Exams, although they are still

recommended.

A. History/Social Science: (2 years – 1 year World History and 1 year U.S. History or ½ year U.S. and ½ year

C.P. & G.)

B. English: (4 years)

C. Mathematics: (3 years, 4 years recommended – Algebra 1A and 1B or Algebra 1, Geometry,

Algebra II)

D. Laboratory Science (2 years required, 3 years recommended – Biological and Physical Science,

Biology and Physics or Chemistry)

E. Foreign Language: (2 years required/same language, 3 years recommended)

F. Visual and Performing Arts: (1 year required)

G. Elective Course: (1 year required, see A-G List)

NCAA 16 Core Courses

MHS students who plan to participate in Division I or Division II athletics in college must complete 16 core courses in the

following subjects in order to be eligible for scholarships and to participate in athletic programs while in college. Students

planning on participating in athletics should consult with their counselor. Students should always follow the A-G

requirements.

(DI)4 years of English (DII) 3 Years of English

(DI) 3 years of Mathematics (DII) 2years of Mathematics (Algebra I or higher while in high school, middle school

algebra does not count)

(DI) or (DII)2 years of Natural/Physical Science (one must be a lab science)

(DI) 1 year of additional English, Math or Science (DII) 3 years of additional English Math or Science

(DI) or (DII) 2 years of Social Studies

(DI) or (DII) 4 years of additional core courses (from any area listed above, or from foreign language)


ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS The objectives of the 9

th-12

th grade English Language Arts program is to develop each student’s ability to use and

interpret the English language skillfully and effectively and to master the Common Core State Standards (CCSS) which are designed to prepare students for success in college and the workplace. In order to accomplish standards mastery, students need to read and interact with grade-level appropriate literature and expository texts, write regularly across different modalities, practice formal and informal speaking, and develop critical thinking skills necessary to succeed in college, post-secondary institutions, and life. Additional information about Common Core Standards can be found at http://www.cde.ca.gov/be/st/ss/documents/finalelaccssstandards.pdf. All classes incorporate SDAIE (Specially Designed Academic Instruction in English) strategies to support English Language Learners. English I This course utilizes a standards-based English Language Arts curriculum that actively engages all students in reading, writing, formal and informal oral speaking, and listening skills. Students read grade-level appropriate literature and other texts that provide students the opportunity to think critically and to express their ideas in a wide range of activities, projects, and assessments that measure student’s growth throughout the year. The adopted text and core literature provide students the opportunity to respond critically though writing and oral presentations. Reading and grammar skills are embedded into the curriculum and aligned to grade-level standards. Course Length: One year Meets Graduation Requirement: English Credit Grade Level: 9

th Meets CSU/UC A-G Requirements: B

Meets NCAA Division I Requirements English I Pre Advanced Placement English I Pre Advanced Placement (English I Pre AP) is a course that prepares students for the more rigorous Advanced Placement Courses offered at the junior and senior levels. The curriculum is built upon the California English Language Arts Standards, 9

th grade adopted curriculum, and knowledge of the objectives for the

Advanced Placement classes. A variety of literacy pieces that complement and enhance the standards while providing rigor are presented for analysis, discussion, interpretation, and composition. Writing and its application and connection to literature and present day communication are a focal point in the students’ preparation. Listening and speaking standards are reinforced and evaluated to connect the aspect of debate and argument. English I Pre AP is offered as a course for those students who want to prepare themselves early in their high school career for upper level Advanced Placement courses. Students will read core literary novels in addition to short stories, essays, poems, and other works. Students are expected to read a minimum of three novels each quarter in preparation for successfully completing the related assignments. Writing assignments will include approximately twelve essays over the span of the course. Additional work will include vocabulary development and semantics, grammar and syntax, and essay development. All students are expected to complete and hand in work on time. Daily attendance is essential to fully participate and a student may be dropped for absences. All students are expected to maintain a grade of A or B for recommendation by the teacher for English II Pre AP. Course Length: One year Meets Graduation Requirement: English Credit Grade Level: 9


Meets NCAA Division I Requirements Placement Recommendations:

A or B grade in the most recent English course.

http://www.cde.ca.gov/be/st/ss/documents/finalelaccssstandards.pdf


ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS (CONTINUED) English II This course continues the study of literature with a focus on World Literature and other expository texts as a means of meeting the California English Language Arts content standards beginning in English I. Students continue to develop communication, writing, and reading skills aligned with the California Standards Test and California High School Exit Exam. Students are expected to critique, analyze and respond to a variety of literary works and genres. Course Length: One year Meets Graduation Requirement: English Credit Grade Level: 10


Meets NCAA Division I Requirements English II Pre Advanced Placement English II Pre Advanced Placement (English II Pre AP) is an English course that prepares students for the more rigorous Advanced Placement courses offered at the junior and senior levels. The curriculum is built upon the California English Language Arts Standards, 10

th grade adopted curriculum, the four themes that include the

mastery of literary genres, mastery of writing domains, mastery of stylistic domains in literature and writing, and MLA essay format. A variety of literary pieces that complement and enhance the standards while providing rigor are presented for analysis, discussion, interpretation, and composition. Writing and its connection to literature and present day communication are a focal point in the students’ preparation. English II Pre AP is designed to address the development of those habits of mind or skills which are essential for students desiring to take other rigorous AP courses. Students need to be motivated, reliable, and determined to succeed. The workload is rigorous and requires consistent application/study at home and school. Students will read core literary novels in addition to short stories, essays, poems, and other works. Students are expected to read novels regularly outside the class assignments. Writing assignments will include many essays over the span of the course. Additional work will include vocabulary development and semantics, grammar and syntax, and essay development. All students are expected to complete and hand in work on time. Daily attendance is essential to fully participate and a student may be dropped for absences. All students are expected to maintain an A or B grade for recommendation by the teacher for AP English courses. Course Length: One year Meets Graduation Requirement: English Credit Grade Level: 10



A or B grade in the most recent English course.

English III The junior year focuses on American literature and continues alignment with the Common Core State Standards. Students are challenged to experiment with a variety of oral and written formats to express their ideas as well as evaluate literature. The curriculum and instruction are organized around the development of the student’s awareness of critical analysis and evaluation through discovering the literary history of America. Course Length: One year Meets Graduation Requirement: English Credit Grade Level: 11


Meets NCAA Division I Requirements


ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS (CONTINUED) Advanced Placement English Language and Composition AP English Language and Composition is a rigorous course intended to be commensurate with an introductory college-level rhetoric and composition course. It provides advanced high school students the opportunity to pursue and receive college/university credit for work completed while in high school with a score on the AP Exam of 3 or better. Its focus is varied, but always has at its core the goals of helping students become skilled readers and writers of effective texts. Because of this, the course relies largely, though not exclusively, on non-fiction prose from a multitude of contexts and time periods. Fictional works, including several drawn from American Literature, are used less as examples of literary conventions than as examples of stylistic prose that may also have linguistic or rhetorical purposes. All AP Language students are encouraged to take the AP Language and Composition Examination in the spring. A score of 3 or above may earn a student college course credit. The approximate cost of the AP Exam is $100. Course Length: One year Meets Graduation Requirement: English Credit Grade Level: 11


Honors (with extra grade point) Credit Meets NCAA Division I Requirements Placement Recommendations:

A or B grade in previous English course. English IV Expository Reading and Writing Course (ERWC) This is a college preparatory, rhetoric-based course designed to equip college-bound seniors for the literacy demands of higher education. The course is taught through instructional modules to develop proficiency in expository, analytical, and argumentative reading and writing, and is aligned to the Common Core State Standards. Students will demonstrate command of the conventions of Standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking. Students will closely examine the relationship between an author’s argument or theme and his or her audience and purpose, to analyze the impact of structural and rhetorical strategies, and to examine the social, political, and philosophical assumptions that underlie the text. Students will continue to improve research skills through focused compositions including a research paper and oral presentations. Course texts include contemporary essays, newspaper and magazine articles, editorials, reports, biographies, assorted public documents, and other non-fiction texts. The course materials also include modules on two full-length works (one novel and one work of non-fiction). This course meets the University of California and California State University requirements for English as well as preparing students for the English Placement Test (EPT), California High School Exit Examination, and post-secondary career and educational options. Course Length: One year Meets Graduation Requirement: English Credit Grade Level: 12




ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS (CONTINUED) Advanced Placement English Literature and Composition AP English Literature is designed to be a rigorous and challenging college level course, providing highly motivated students the ability to earn college credit or placement while still in high school if they earn a score of 3 or better on the AP Exam. Not only is this course designed to prepare students for the AP Literature and Composition exam, it is also designed to improve students’ skills in analyzing poetry, drama and prose, teaching them to demonstrate their skills in composition and essay writing using various rhetorical modes. The class will also improve students’ skills in memorization, note taking, vocabulary acquisition, critical interpretation, evaluation, creativity and writing style. The class will focus on literary and poetry terms, prewriting, critical thinking techniques, grammar, and punctuation practice in order to help students demonstrate mastery in rhetoric. Students will be involved in college-level reading, writing, speaking, and listening activities designed to help them succeed at the highest academic levels of English Language Arts. Students will write approximately one essay a week on a given theme or subject. Appropriate literature from different genres and periods will be assigned to be read outside of the classroom in preparation for discussion and analysis. As the curriculum is rigorous and fast-paced, daily attendance is a requirement. Complete attention during lecture and student oral responses are demanded for positive participation and mastery of the curriculum. Students are expected to be responsible, respectful, and prompt in regard to their assignments. All AP Literature students are encouraged to take the AP Literature and Composition Examination in the spring. A score of 3 or above may earn a student college course credit. The approximate cost of the AP Exam is $100. Course Length: One year Meets Graduation Requirement: English Credit Grade Level: 12



A or B grade in previous English class. English Language Development I (ELD I) This course is a specialized, intensive English Language Development (ELD) course for students who are at the beginning to early intermediate stages of English language acquisition as measured by the California English Language Development Test (CELDT). The curriculum is a direct instruction program that is aligned to the

California State ELD Standards and the English Language Arts Standards found at www.cde.ca.gov/ci/. Through intensive instruction students will learn English skills needed to build toward proficiency in listening, speaking, reading and writing English. Course length: One year Meets Graduation Requirements: English credit Grade level: 9

th – 12

th

Pre- requisites:

Identified English Learner student.

CELDT Level 1 (Beginning) English Language Development II (ELD II) This course is a specialized, intensive English Language Development (ELD) course for students who are at the early intermediate or intermediate stages of English language acquisition as measured by the California English Language Development Test (CELDT). The curriculum is a direct instruction program that is aligned to the Common Core ELD standards and the English Language Arts Standards. Through intensive instruction students will learn English skills needed to build toward proficiency in listening, speaking, reading and writing English. Course length: One year Meets Graduation Requirements: English credit Grade level: 9

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th

Pre- requisites:


CELDT Level 2 (Early Intermediate) or Level 3 (Intermediate) and/or written recommendation of the teacher.

http://www.cde.ca.gov/ci/


ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS (CONTINUED) English Language Development III (ELD III) This course is a specialized, intensive English Language Development (ELD) course for students who are at the intermediate or early advanced stages of English language acquisition as measured by the California English Language Development Test (CELDT). The curriculum is a direct instruction program that is aligned to the Common Core State ELD Standards and the English Language Arts Standards. Through intensive instruction students will learn English skills needed to build toward proficiency in listening, speaking, reading and writing English. Course Length: One year Meets Graduation Requirements: English credit Grade level: 9

th – 12

th Meets CSU/UC A-G requirements: B

Pre- requisites:


CELDT Level 3 (Intermediate) and/or written recommendation of ELD teacher. Journalism/Annual Staff (Yearbook) This course is designed to give students the opportunity to learn the basics of journalism including interviewing, writing articles, editing, taking photographs, and producing a yearbook. The types of writing include news articles, features, surveys, sports articles, and entertainment pieces. The students will learn advanced features of word processing as well as design in Adobe InDesign and YearTech. Grammar, sentence structure, word choice, and the literary components of reading and writing are emphasized as the staff communicates with the community at large. The class produces the yearbook and edits a creative writing anthology. Course Length: One year (may be repeated) Meets Graduation Requirement: Elective Credit Grade Level: 10

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Pre- requisites:

Advisor approval.


MODERN LANGUAGES Students will obtain an understanding of the structure of language, increase their overall verbal proficiency and acquire skills that may enhance vocational possibilities. Students should take a minimum of two years, and optimally four years, of a single modern language in order to develop proficiency for college entrance tests. The following modern languages are offered.

Mandarin I and II* Spanish for Native Speakers I and II French I through IV AP French Language and Culture Spanish I through IV AP Spanish Language/Literature

Modern Language I (French, Spanish, Mandarin (Chinese)) This introductory course is open to all students who meet the pre-requisites and wish to learn a modern language. It is intended to introduce and develop listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills in the target language. Primary emphasis is on basic communication and the practical aspect of learning the language. Cultural awareness is introduced. Mandarin I* is offered every other year. Course Length: One year Meets Graduation Requirement: Elective Credit Grade Level: 9

th – 12

th Meets CSU/UC A-G Requirements: E


Minimum grade of C in current English class. Modern Language II (French, Spanish, Mandarin (Chinese)) This course is designed for students who have successfully completed Modern Language I with a grade of at least a C. It is intended to increase students’ proficiency in listening, speaking, reading, and writing in the target language. A continued emphasis on communicative ability will provide the basis for improvement in students’ fluency. Students’ familiarity with target language cultures will be expanded. Mandarin II* is offered every other year. Course Length: One year Meets Graduation Requirement: Elective Credit Grade Level: 9

th – 12


Meets NCAA Division I Requirements Prerequisites:

Successful completion of Modern Language I with a grade of at least C. Modern Language III (French, Spanish) This course is designed for students who have successfully completed Modern Language II with a grade of at least a C. It is intended to increase students’ ability to communicate in the target language. A review of basic language structures is supplemented with narrative materials to enhance development of students’ proficiency in listening, speaking, reading, and writing, as well as to increase understanding of the target language cultures. Course Length: One year Meets Graduation Requirement: Elective Credit Grade Level: 10

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Successful completion of Modern Language II with a grade of at least C. Modern Language IV (French, Spanish) This course is designed for students who have successfully completed Modern Language III with a grade of at least C, and wish to increase proficiency in listening, speaking, reading and writing. An emphasis on fluency and cultural awareness continues. Course Length: One year Meets Graduation Requirement: Elective Credit Grade Level: 11

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Successful completion of Modern Language III with a grade of at least C.


MODERN LANGUAGES (CONTINUED) AP French Language and Culture This course is designed for students who have successfully completed French IV and who wish to seek college credit for high school study. College credit may be earned if they receive a score of 3 or better on the AP Exam. A rigorous curriculum is designed to prepare students for the Advanced Placement Examination offered in May. There is extensive practice to increase students’ listening, speaking, reading, and writing competency to the level required on the AP exam. This course requires a high ability to work independently. All AP French Language and Culture students are encouraged to take the AP French Language and Culture Examination in the spring. A score of 3 or above may earn a student college course credit. The approximate cost of the AP Exam is $100. Course Length: One year Meets Graduation Requirement: Elective Credit Grade Level: 11

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Successful completion of French IV with a grade of at least B.

Permission from the instructor. AP Spanish Language and Culture (Pending Board and UC Approval) The AP Spanish Language and Culture course emphasizes communication (understanding and being understood by others) by applying interpersonal, interpretive, and presentational skills in real-life situations. This includes vocabulary usage, language control, communications strategies, and cultural awareness. The AP Spanish Language course strives not to overemphasize grammatical accuracy at the expense of communication. To best facilitate the study of language and culture, the course is taught almost exclusively in Spanish. This course engages students in an exploration of culture in both contemporary and historical contexts. The course develops students’ awareness and appreciation of cultural products (e.g., tools, books, music, laws, conventions, institutions); practices (patterns of social interactions within a culture); and perspectives (values, attitudes, and assumptions). All AP Spanish Language and Culture students are encouraged to take the AP Spanish Language and Culture Examination in the spring. A score of 3 or above may earn a student college course credit. The approximate cost of the AP Exam is $100. Course Length: One year Meets Graduation Requirement: Elective Credit Grade Level: 11

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Successful completion of Spanish IV with a grade of at least B.

Permission from the instructor. AP Spanish Literature This course is designed for advanced students who have successfully completed Spanish for Native Speakers II, or Spanish IV, with a grade of B or above and teacher recommendation. Students prepare for the Advanced Placement Spanish Literature Examination, which involves extensive study of poetry and literature by Gabriel Garcia Marquez, Federico Garcia Lorca, Jorge Luis Borges, Ana Maria Matute, Miguel de Unamuno and many other authors. The course curriculum allows students to perfect their aural comprehension, literary analysis, and reading comprehension in both prose and poetry. All AP Spanish Literature students are encouraged to take the AP Spanish Literature Examination in the spring. A score of 3 or above may earn a student college course credit. The approximate cost of the AP Exam is $100. Students may opt to take either the Spanish Language AP exam, the Spanish Literature AP exam, or both. Course Length: One year Meets Graduation Requirement: Elective Credit Grade Level: 11

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B or better in Spanish for Native Speakers II or Spanish IV.

Permission from the instructor.


MODERN LANGUAGES (CONTINUED) Spanish for Native Speakers This program is designed to encourage students who speak Spanish at home to increase their ability to read and write in the language and to move toward receiving college credit in the Advanced Placement program. In order to determine the appropriate level for students entering the program, the Modern Language Department administers the ―Spanish Challenge Exam.‖ Students can be placed in Level I or Level II, depending on their proficiency in grammar and writing. Spanish I for Native Speakers This course is designed for students who speak Spanish but need additional instruction in reading and writing. Through direct instruction in grammar, as well as supplementary literary selections, students will increase their vocabulary and develop their reading skills. Students will participate in cultural activities with themes based on family, geography, history, folklore, and literature of Spanish-speaking countries and cultures. Course Length: One year Meets Graduation Requirement: Elective Credit Grade Level: 9

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Meets NCAA Division I Requirements Pre- requisites:

Must be a native Spanish speaker.

Placement to be determined by the ―Spanish Challenge Exam‖. Spanish II for Native Speakers This course is designed for students who speak Spanish fluently and would like to improve their ability to read and write in Spanish. Through curriculum based on literature, students will increase their vocabulary and reading skills. They will engage in activities designed to sharpen their spelling, grammar, and writing skills. Students will participate in cultural activities with themes based on the geography, history, folklore, and literature of Spanish-speaking cultures. Course Length: One year Meets Graduation Requirement: Elective Credit Grade Level: 9

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Successful completion of Spanish I for Native Speakers with a grade of at least C, or

Successful performance on the ―Spanish Challenge Exam‖.


MATHEMATICS Students who intend to pursue careers in a STEM field (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) are advised to take at least three years of math including Integrated Math I and II, and Algebra II. Emphasis toward mastery of the Common Core State Standards (CCSS) is achieved through alignment of curriculum and instruction in all courses. Common Core State Standards specify the mathematics that all students should study in order to be college and career ready. Additional information can be found at http://www.cde.ca.gov/be/st/ss/documents/ccssmathstandardaug2013.pdf. Monrovia High School is in the second of a three-year transition from traditional to integrated course offerings in mathematics. Integrated Math I The purpose of Integrated Math I is to develop students’ ability to think mathematically and develop their conceptual understanding of mathematics and procedural fluency in mathematics. Integrated Math I will extend the mathematics students learned in earlier grades and begin the development of concepts in Number and Quantity, Algebra, Functions, Modeling, Geometry, and Statistics and Probability needed for higher level mathematics courses. Extensive use of models/real-world situations, manipulatives, graphs, and diagrams will help students see the connections between different topics which will promote students view that mathematics is a set of related topics as opposed to a set of discrete topics. In addition, students will learn to solve problems graphically, numerically, algebraically, and verbally and make connections between these representations. Students in this course will learn to use mathematical models to understand real world events and situations, and use algebraic reasoning to manipulate these models for deeper learning. Course Length: One year Meets Graduation Requirement: Elective Grade Level: 9

th Meets CSU/UC A-G Requirements: C


Completion of Math 8 during 8th grade.

Integrated Math II (pending approval by the MUSD Board and UC/CSU) The purpose of Integrated Math II is to develop students’ ability to think mathematically and develop their conceptual understanding of mathematics and procedural fluency in mathematics. Integrated Math II will extend the mathematics students learned in earlier grades, and especially in Integrated Math I, and continue the development of concepts in Number and Quantity, Algebra, Functions, Modeling, Geometry, and Statistics and Probability needed for higher level mathematics courses. Extensive use of models/real-world situations, manipulatives, graphs, and diagrams will help students see the connections between different topics which will promote students view that mathematics is a set of related topics as opposed to a set of discrete topics. In addition, students will learn to solve problems graphically, numerically, algebraically, and verbally and make connections between these representations. Students in this course will learn to use mathematical models to understand real world events and situations and use algebraic reasoning to manipulate these models for deeper learning.. Course Length: One year Meets Graduation Requirement: Math Credit Grade Level: 10

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Completion of Integrated Math I.

http://www.cde.ca.gov/be/st/ss/documents/ccssmathstandardaug2013.pdf


MATHEMATICS (CONTINUED) Integrated Math II Pre-AP (pending approval by the MUSD Board and UC/CSU) Integrated Math II Pre-AP is a one-year course that covers the same state standards as the regular Integrated Math II course. The Pre-AP course covers these standards at a higher level and uses graphing calculators, probes, drafting boards and software to provide students with hands-on learning of Euclidean geometry. The course has a significant number of scientific applications embedded in it from engineering, architecture and others. The cross-disciplinary aspect of the course is supported through strong collaboration between science and mathematics teachers. Course Length: One year Meets Graduation Requirement: Math Credit Grade Level: 10



Placement Recommendation:

A- grade or better in Integrated Math I. Algebra II This course covers linear and quadratic equations, their solutions and graphs. This course also investigates the properties of basic rational exponential and logarithmic series (basic solutions and graphs). This course introduces the concepts and basic operations with complex numbers and matrices. System of linear equations and their relation to matrices are studied. This course also has an introduction to the basics of trigonometry. Course Length: One year Meets Graduation Requirement: Math Credit Grade Level: 10

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C or better grade in Geometry.

Algebra II Pre-AP Algebra II Pre-AP is a one year course that covers the same state standards as the regular Algebra II course. The Pre-AP course covers these standards at a higher level and uses probes, graphing calculators and computers to gather, analyze the data and provide the students with hands-on learning. The course has a significant number of scientific applications embedded into it from astronomy, earth science and others. The cross-disciplinary aspect of the course is supported through strong collaboration between science and mathematics teachers. The course is generally offered to freshmen who have completed Algebra I. Course Length: One year Meets Graduation Requirements: Math Credit Grade Level: 10


Meets NCAA Division I Requirements Placement Recommendation:

A- or better grade or better in Geometry. Math Analysis This course is designed to prepare students for a first course in college calculus. The major goal is to develop the basic understanding and manipulative skills that are essential for beginning college mathematics. This course covers the State Standards for Math Analysis and Trigonometry. Course Length: One year Meets Graduation Requirement: Math Credit Grade Level: 11

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C grade or better in Algebra II.


MATHEMATICS (CONTINUED)

Math Analysis Honors Math Analysis honors is a one year course that covers the State of California Standards for Trigonometry and Math Analysis. The course covers these standards at a higher level than regular courses and emphasizes the use of graphing calculators, probes, and various software tools to provide students with hands-on learning of trigonometric and other functions, vectors and matrices. The course has a significant number of scientific applications embedded into it with an emphasis on applications from life sciences, chemistry and biology. Course Length: One year Meets Graduation Requirements: Math Credit Grade Level: 10

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Honors (with extra grade point) Credit Meets NCAA Division I Requirements Placement Recommendation:

A- grade or better in Geometry and Algebra II or B- or better in Geometry Pre-AP. AP Statistics AP Statistics deals with how to gather, organize, analyze, and interpret information – it is the most widely applicable branch of mathematics. As a result, it is the most widely taken math course in college by non-math majors. AP Statistics at MHS is a year long course culminating in the national AP Exam in May. The course covers experimental design, graphical and numerical data exploration, modeling using probabilities and statistical inference. Although the course uses very little math, all problems, examples and projects are applied – students will never need to ask ―when am I going to use this?‖ All AP Statistics students are encouraged to take the AP Statistics Examination in the spring. A score of 3 or above may earn a student college course credit. The approximate cost of the AP Exam is $100. Course Length: One year Meets Graduation Requirement: Math Credit Grade Level: 11

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Honors (with extra grade point) Credit NCAA Division I Requirements Placement Recommendations:

B grade or better in Math Analysis and English or by permission of instructor. Calculus This course includes a review of Math Analysis concepts such as functions, trigonometry, and analytic geometry. It will provide an introduction to differential and integral calculus of a single variable. It will include calculus on polynomial and transcendental functions. It will also cover applications to science and business. It will stress a more self-directed college learning style. Course Length: One year Meets Graduation Requirement: Math Credit Grade Level: 11

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C grade or better in Math Analysis. AP Calculus AB This course stresses the theoretical basis of calculus and its applications. It covers differential and integral calculus of a single variable on polynomial and transcendental functions. A significant portion of the time will be devoted to preparing for the AP Exam. All AP Calculus students are encouraged to take the AP Calculus AB Examination in the spring. A score of 3 or above may earn a student college course credit. The approximate cost of the AP Exam is $100. Course Length: One year Meets Graduation Requirement: Math Credit Grade Level: 11

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B grade or better in Math Analysis.


MATHEMATICS (CONTINUED)

AP Calculus BC This course explores the key concepts, methods, and applications of single-variable calculus including all topics covered in AP Calculus AB (functions, graphs, limits, derivatives, integrals, and the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus) as well as additional topics in differential and integral calculus such as a parametric, polar and vector functions and series. All AP Calculus AB students are encouraged to take the AP Calculus AB Examination in the spring. A score of 3 or above may earn a student college course credit. The approximate cost of the AP Exam is $100. Course Length: One year Meets Graduation Requirement: Math Credit Grade Level: 11

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B grade or better in Calculus AB. AP Computer Science A (pending approval by the MUSD Board and UC/CSU) Advanced Placement

® Computer Science A is a fast-paced course equivalent to a college introductory

programming class. Students will learn about the exciting kinds of problems tackled by computer science while exploring the field’s most important tool—programming. The focus will be on developing systematic problem-solving strategies that can be applied to real-world problems. The course will be anchored around projects that will explore a broad range of fields that use programming to solve problems. Through these projects, students will study common, reusable algorithms and learn to analyze them for correctness and speed. The course will cover fundamentals of programming syntax and methodology using the Java programming language. Java is a modern, object-oriented programming language used to create professional software. In addition to gaining fluency in Java, students will develop general skills and understandings in computer science. All AP Computer Science A students are encouraged to take the AP Computer Science A Examination in the spring. A score of 3 or above may earn a student college course credit. The approximate cost of the AP Exam is $100. Course Length: One year Meets Graduation Requirement: Math Credit Grade Level: 11

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th Meets CSU/UC A-G Requirements: g


B grade or better in Algebra II and English or instructor permission.


SCIENCE The science department offers a comprehensive curriculum that compliments the Common Core State Framework. Successful completion of 10 credits of life science and 10 credits of physical science are required for high school graduation. IMPORTANT: Laboratory work is a part of all science courses and students will be expected to participate in all laboratory exercises. Failure to participate due to refusal or attendance may result in a lower grade in the course. Students who intend to pursue careers in science in preparation for teaching, engineering, medicine, and other allied subjects are advised to take at least two courses that meet the California State University/UC A-G D lab science requirements. Earth Science Earth Science is a comprehensive college preparatory science elective designed to prepare the student for more advanced science courses by teaching them about the earth’s surface, atmosphere, oceans and weather as well as the universe to which it belongs. Students will develop critical thinking, problem solving, analysis, and experimental procedure skills necessary for performance in upper level and college science courses. This course provides the student with a broad-based background and appreciation of their ever-changing planet and its place in the universe. Course Length: One year Meets Graduation Requirement: Physical Science Credit Grade Level: 9

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th Meets CSU/UC A-G Requirements: G-Elective Credit

Meets NCAA Division I Requirements Biology This course emphasizes a greater awareness of the living world though lecture and laboratory investigations in the studies of cells, evolution, ecology diversity, heredity, human anatomy, and physiology. Course Length: One year Meets Graduation Requirement: Life Science Credit Grade Level: 9

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Meets NCAA Division I Requirements Biology Pre-AP In this first year biology course students study the basic concepts and principles of biology from a human perspective. Students learn about the structure and function of human systems in health and disease, human inheritance, change over time, and the role of humans in ecological systems. Topics include cell biology, growth, development and reproduction, genetics and evolution, regulatory mechanisms and behaviors, matter and energy in living systems, and the human brain. Laboratory activities include dissection, investigation, and experimentation. Course Length: One year Meets Graduation Requirement: Life Science Credit Grade Level: 9



B- or better in previous Science class (8th grade) or an A- or better in Earth Science (9

th grade).

Enrolled in Math & Science Academy or permission of instructor. Zoology This course studies animal classification, ecology, anatomy, and physiology. The unity and diversity of animal life and the manner in which structure and function complement each other are basic themes. Through lecture, advanced laboratory investigations, cooperative group work and dissections, this course gives highly motivated students the opportunity to increase their knowledge of zoological topics. This course is suggested for those students interested in pursuing a career in medicine or zoology. Course Length: One year Meets Graduation Requirement: Elective Credit Grade Level: 10

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Pre-requisites:

B or better in Biology, both semesters.


SCIENCE (CONTINUED) AP Biology AP Biology explores, in detail, the living world from the studies of animals and plants all the way down to the biochemical level. It takes the topics from general biology into further depth with an emphasis on genetics, evolution, ecology, botany, and animal anatomy and physiology. Through lecture, advanced laboratory investigations, and field trips, the course gives highly motivated students opportunities to expand their knowledge and increase their awareness of biology. A measure of independent study is required over vacation times. The course prepares students to successfully pass the AP Biology Exam. There are 12 mandated labs. All AP Biology students are encouraged to take the AP Biology Examination in the spring. A score of 3 or above may earn a student college course credit. The approximate cost of the AP Exam is $100. Course Length: One year Meets Graduation Requirement: Life Science Credit Grade Level: 10

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B grade or above in Biology Chemistry This course is focused on increasing the student’s awareness of chemistry and how it influences the structure of matter. The class is taught through a combination of lecture, laboratory and activities to include properties of solids, liquids and gases, trend of periodic table, bonding and the nature of atomic structures. Course Length: One year Meets Graduation Requirement: Science Credit Grade Level: 10

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C grade or better in first HS math class

C grade or better in Biology AP Chemistry This course reinforces and extends the study of chemistry and develops problem-solving skills in preparation for college Chemistry and the Advanced Placement Chemistry Exam. The AP Chemistry course is designed to be the equivalent of the general Chemistry course taken during the first year of college. Students will attain a depth of understanding of the chemical fundamentals and an expertise in solving chemistry problems. There are no summer assignments for AP Chemistry. All AP Chemistry students are encouraged to take the AP Chemistry Examination in the spring. A score of 3 or above may earn a student college course credit. The approximate cost of the AP Exam is $100. Course Length: One year Meets Graduation Requirement: Science Credit Grade Level: 11

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B- grade or better in Chemistry or C- or better grade in Chemistry Pre-AP or by permission of instructor.

B grade or better in Algebra II.


SCIENCE (CONTINUED) Physics This is a one-year course in basic physics. The topics covered include mechanics, waves and optics, electricity and magnetism, and atomic and modern physics. Projects are used to deepen the student’s understanding of the concepts. The class requires critical and creative thinking. Course Length: One year Meets Graduation Requirement: Science Credit Grade Level: 10

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C grade or better in Algebra II Physics Pre-AP In Pre-AP physics students study the basic concepts and principles of physics with a strong emphasis on computer-based learning application. The students will learn to design and conduct their own experiments using a wide variety of computer-based probes (motion detector, force sensors, photogates, etc.) for data acquisition and a powerful computer program for graphical data analysis. Students will rely on the results of their experiments to develop and construct the models and equations that describe the physical world. Once these models and equations are in place they are deployed to solve a wide range of physics problems. Computers will also be used with a digital camera for video analysis of motion as well as for virtual labs and simulations. The topics covered in this course include mechanics, waves and optics, electricity and magnetism, and thermodynamics. Student completing this class will leave with a better understanding of the process of science because they will have learned physics in a manner similar to how physicists actually do science. Course Length: One year Meets Graduation Requirement: Science Grade Level: 10


Meets NCAA Division I Requirements: Placement Recommendations:

A- grade or better in Algebra II or B- or better in Algebra II Pre-AP.

A- or better grade in Biology or B- or better grade in Biology Pre-AP. AP Physics C: Mechanics AP Physics C: Mechanics is a calculus-based physics course that covers kinematics, dynamics, energy, momentum, rotation, gravitation and oscillation. This course is the first of a two-course sequence that is equivalent to the introductory physics sequence taken by science and engineering students at most colleges and universities. Physics C: Mechanics provides instruction in each of the following six content areas: kinematics; Newton’s laws of motion; work, energy, and power; systems of particles and linear momentum; circular motion and rotation; and oscillations and gravitation. All AP Physics C Mechanics students are encouraged to take the AP Physics C Examination in the spring. A score of 3 or above may earn a student college course credit. The approximate cost of the AP Exam is $100. Course Length: One year Meets Graduation Requirement: Science Credit Grade Level: 11

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B grade or better in Algebra II and Geometry.

Concurrent enrollment in Math Analysis.


SCIENCE (CONTINUED) AP Physics 2 (pending approval by the MUSD Board and UC/CSU) AP Physics 2 focuses on inquiry based learning and laboratory experiments. This class is equivalent to most college-level introductory physics courses with a focus on the following topics: fluid statics and dynamics, thermodynamics, pressure-volume diagrams and probability, electrostatics, electrical circuits with capacitors, magnetic fields, electromagnetism, physical and geometric optics, and other topics in modern physics. Course Length: One year Meets Graduation Requirement: Science Credit Grade Level: 11

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B grade or better in Physics or Pre-AP Physics or by permission of instructor. Astronomy Astronomy is a course designed for the student who enjoys observing and exploring the world and universe. Concepts covered include stars and constellations, the solar system, lunar cycles, history of modern astronomy, telescopes, stellar spectra, star formation and death, galaxies, structure of the universe, asteroids, comets, and meteorites. Course Length: One year Meets Graduation Requirement: Elective Credit

Grade Level: 11th-12

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Pre-requisites:

C or better in Algebra I and Geometry AP Environmental Science AP Environmental Science provides an investigative approach to the interrelationships of the natural world through the study of the fundamental concepts, principles, and methodologies of environmental science, with an emphasis on inquiry and critical thinking skills including problem solving and experimental investigations. Topics of study include Earth systems and resources, ecosystems and energy flow, population biology, land and water use, energy resources and consumption, pollution, and global change. Laboratory work and field studies are an integral component of this course. Technology including graphing calculators, probe ware, graphing and data analysis software, and environmental sciences apparatus is used throughout this course. Students should understand that this course is designed to be a second year environmental science course, and the equivalent of a one semester-long, laboratory-based, introductory, college level environmental science course. The course requires a working knowledge of biology, chemistry and/or physics, and one year of algebra. The breadth, pace and depth of material covered exceeds the standard high school Environmental Science course, as does the college-level textbook, laboratory work, and time and effort required of students. All AP Environmental Science students are encouraged to take the AP Environmental Science Examination in the spring. A score of 3 or above may earn a student college course credit. The approximate cost of the AP Exam is $100. Course Length: One year Meets Graduation Requirement: Elective Credit Grade Level: 11

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Honors (with extra grade point) Credit Placement Recommendations:

B grade or better in the last two years of science.

Must have previously taken a life and a physical science.

B grade or better in Algebra II (or equivalent integrated math course).


HISTORY AND SOCIAL SCIENCE Geography This ninth grade social science course is designed to teach students the basic concepts in global geography. These concepts include: physical and cultural characteristics of various regions of the world, interactions of people and effects of human alteration of the physical environment. Geography is a graduation requirement. Course Length: One semester Meets Graduation Requirements: Social Science Credit Grade Level: 9

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Meets NCAA Division I requirements Health This course covers instruction in use and misuse of drugs, infectious diseases – their preventions and cures, effects of ecology on human resources, and broad career exploration. Course Length: One semester Meets Graduation Requirements: Social Science Credit Grade Level: 9

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AP Human Geography The AP Human Geography course is equivalent to an introductory college-level course in human geography. The course introduces students to the systematic study of patterns and processes that have shaped human understanding, use, and alteration of Earth’s surface. Students employ spatial concepts and landscape analysis to examine socioeconomic organization and its environmental consequences. They also learn about the methods and tools geographers use in their research and applications. The curriculum reflects the goals of the National Geography Standards. All AP Human Geography students are encouraged to take the AP Human Geography History Examination in the spring. A score of 3 or above may earn a student college course credit. The approximate cost of the AP Exam is $100. Course Length: One year Meets Graduation Requirements: Social Science Credit Grade Level: 9

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Meets NCAA Division I requirements Placement Recommendations:

A or B in most recent Social Science Course. World History This tenth grade social science course is designed to prepare students for college. It includes a social, political, economic, and cultural survey of humanity from 1500 AD to the present. The student will be encouraged to develop an understanding of humanity’s ties to the past and how they influence present and future life, and to broaden cultural horizons. Course Length: One year Meets Graduation Requirements: Social Science Credit Grade Level: 10

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HISTORY AND SOCIAL SCIENCE (CONTINUED) AP European History The study of European history since 1450 introduces students to cultural, economic, political, and social developments that played a fundamental role in shaping the world in which they live. Without this knowledge, we would lack the context for understanding the development of contemporary institutions, the role of continuity and change in present-day society and politics, and the evolution of current forms of artistic expression and intellectual discourse. All AP European History students are encouraged to take the AP European History Examination in the spring. A score of 3 or above may earn a student college course credit. The approximate cost of the AP Exam is $100. Course Length: One year Meets Graduation requirements: Social Science Credit Grade Level: 10



A or B in most recent Social Science Course. United States History This eleventh grade social science class is designed to prepare students for college. Students will review early United States history until 1865 and study in depth from 1865 to the present. Course emphasis will be placed on the political, social and economic development of our nation with particular attention to the 20

th century. As a

survey course, United States history will include literature, film, and music and celebrate the changes in the American scene as viewed by everyday Americans. Course length: One year Meets Graduation requirements: Social Science Credit Grade level: 11


Meets NCAA Division I Requirements AP United States History AP United States History is a rigorous Advanced Placement Course. Students will read a college level text book as well as three supplementary novels and a collection of primary documents to further their interpretative skills in United States History. Students should plan on writing a great deal to develop historical analysis skills and the ability to work with documents. The course is broader than the regular United States History course beginning with Columbus and concluding with current events. Students satisfactorily completing this course and the Advanced Placement exam may receive college or university credit with a score of 3 or above on the AP Exam. All AP United States History students are encouraged to take the AP United States History Examination in the spring. A score of 3 or above may earn a student college course credit. The approximate cost of the AP Exam is $100. Course length: One year Meets Graduation requirements: Social Science Credit Grade level: 11



A or B grade in previous Social Science Course. Constitutional Principles and Government of the United States (C.P. & G.) This twelfth grade social science course is designed to give students a better understanding of the institutions of American government. Students will analyze the history and changing interpretations of the Constitution, the Bill of Rights and the current state of the three branches of government. Emphasis will be placed on the relationship between the federal, states and local governments. Students will be prepared to enter the political world as participants, rather than observers. Course length: One semester Meets Graduation requirements: Social Science Credit Grade level: 12


Paired with Economics Meets NCAA Division I Requirements


HISTORY AND SOCIAL SCIENCE (CONTINUED) AP Constitutional Principles and Government of the United States (AP C.P. & G.) This twelfth grade social science course is designed to give students a critical perspective on politics and government in the U.S. This course involves both the study of general concepts used to interpret American politics and the analysis of specific case studies. It also requires familiarity with the various institutions, groups, beliefs and ideas that make up the American political reality. It includes such topics as the constitutional bases of American government, political beliefs, and institutions, and policy processes of the national government, civil rights, and liberties. All AP Government students are encouraged to take the AP Government Examination in the spring. A score of 3 or above may earn a student college course credit. The approximate cost of the AP Exam is $100. Course length: One year Meets Graduation requirements: Social Science Credit Grade level: 12



A/B in previous Social Science Course. Economics This twelfth grade social science course is designed to introduce students to basic economic concepts, comparative economic systems, elements of economic systems, elemental economic growth and change, and consumer skills. Course length: One semester Meets Graduation requirements: Social Science Credit Grade level: 12

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Paired with CP&G Meets NCAA Division I Requirements AP Psychology (pending approval by the MUSD Board and UC/CSU) AP United States History is a rigorous Advanced Placement Course. Students will read a college level text book as well as three supplementary novels and a collection of primary documents to further their interpretative skills in United States History. Students should plan on writing a great deal to develop historical analysis skills and the ability to work with documents. The course is broader than the regular United States History course beginning with Columbus and concluding with current events. Students satisfactorily completing this course and the Advanced Placement exam may receive college or university credit with a score of 3 or above on the AP Exam. All AP United States History students are encouraged to take the AP United States History Examination in the spring. A score of 3 or above may earn a student college course credit. The approximate cost of the AP Exam is $100. Course length: One year Meets Graduation requirements: Social Science Credit Grade level: 11



A or B grade in previous Social Science Course.


PHYSICAL EDUCATION The physical education program is designed to promote fitness through activity, to develop healthy mental and social attitudes, and to provide each student with the ability to perform some of the physical activities useful throughout a lifetime with a certain degree of skill. State-required physical fitness tests will be administered and entered on the student’s record. Two years of physical education must be completed successfully in order to meet graduation requirements. Physical education is required in the ninth grade. Students enrolled in physical education classes are expected to dress appropriately for the scheduled activities. Green shorts and white tops are the preferred uniform. Athletic shoes must be worn. Students who refuse to dress appropriately and participate will receive failure grades for non-participation. PE I This ninth grade P.E. course is a continuation of instruction initiated in Physical Education in grades 6-8. Emphasis will be on lifetime fitness. PE I addresses aquatics, rhythms/dance and individual and dual activities. The effects of physical activity on dynamic health and mechanics of body movement are integrated throughout the school year. Students’ levels of health will also be assessed through a standardized physical fitness test. Course Length: One year Meets Graduation Requirement: PE Credit Grade Level: 9

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PE II This course is designed to provide students with the opportunity to develop skills and knowledge of the tactics, strategies, and rules of such team sports as softball, soccer, basketball, volleyball, flag football, and hockey. All are subject to facility and equipment availability. Class competition and officiating will be included throughout the course.

Course Length: One year Meets Graduation Requirement: PE Credit Grade Level: 10

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Athletic Team This course is designed to offer opportunities for students who desire a superior level of skill, development, and competition in interscholastic sports. Teams are organized to insure the opportunity for all levels of competition. Monrovia High School may field teams in football, basketball, water polo, swimming, volleyball, softball, baseball, tennis, track and field, and soccer. Course Length: One year Meets Graduation Requirement: PE Credit Grade Level: 9

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Pre- requisites:

C.I.F. eligibility (2.0 GPA or greater)

Athletic Director’s and Coach’s permission

Athletic Tryout and Team Selection Dance This course is designed to teach students basic dance steps. The areas explored will include jazz, ballet, ballroom/social, modern, folk and square, country western, and the cultural background and recreational value of dance. Students will demonstrate their abilities by performing short routines that they have composed. Course Length: One year Meets Graduation Requirement: PE or VPA Credit Grade Level: 10

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VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS The Visual and Performing Arts represents student skill, knowledge and abilities in dance, music, theatre and the visual arts. Content standards were designed to encourage the highest achievement of every student, by defining the knowledge, concepts, and skills within the discipline. The Visual and Performing Arts are in accordance to the California State Standards. Successful completion of one year, 10 credits, of a Visual and Performing Arts fulfills the California State A-G requirements. Drawing I This course is designed to provide introductory exposure to the disciplines of elementary drawing techniques involving line, value shading, perspective, and composition, employing the media of pencil, ink, oil pastel, charcoal, and chalk. Each student will be exposed to exercises involving the subjects of human form, still life, and landscape within the context of major historic art movements. Course Length: One year Meets Graduation Requirement: VPA Credit Grade Level: 9

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Drawing II This course is designed to help the advanced students explore and expand their personal bent and range of talents while continuing to enlarge their awareness of their skills and their pace within the larger history context. Scope of media expanded, at student’s discretion, to include oil and acrylic painting techniques. Course Length: One year Meets Graduation Requirement: VPA Credit Grade Level: 10

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Pre- requisites:

One year of Drawing I (C or better) Advanced Drawing This course is designed to help the advanced students explore and expand their personal bent and range of talents while continuing to enlarge their awareness of their skills and their pace within the larger history context. Scope of media expanded, at student’s discretion, to include oil and acrylic painting techniques. This course will enhance the skills learned in Drawing II and aide in preparing students for the AP exam. Course Length: One year Meets Graduation Requirement: VPA Credit Grade Level: 10

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Pre- requisites:

One year of Drawing II (C or better) AP Studio Art: Drawing This studio art course is designed as an Advanced Placement class in cooperation with the College Board. It has been created for art students who wish to present a portfolio of work at the end of the school year to earn advanced standing in art in college. The portfolio must contain 35 pieces of quality work from a wide range of media and subjects. The student presents their best work amassed over the course of an entire high school art career. All AP Drawing students are encouraged to take the AP Drawing Examination in the spring. A score of 3 or above may earn a student college course credit. The approximate cost of the AP Exam is $100. Course Length: One year Meets Graduation Requirement: VPA Credit Grade Level: 10

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Honors (with extra grade point) Credit Placement Recommendation:

Two years of Drawing/Art and teacher approval

Begin work on portfolio during the summer


VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS (CONTINUED) AP Studio Art: 2-Dimentional Design This studio art course is designed as an Advanced Placement class in cooperation with the College Board. It has been created for art students who wish to present a portfolio of work at the end of the school year to earn advanced standing in art in college. Students will demonstrate mastery through any two-dimensional medium or process such as graphic design, digital imaging, photography, collage, fabric design, weaving, fashion design, fashion illustration, painting, and printmaking. The portfolio must contain 35 pieces of quality work from a wide range of media and subjects. The student presents their best work amassed over the course of an entire high school art career. All AP Drawing students are encouraged to take the AP Drawing Examination in the spring. A score of 3 or above may earn a student college course credit. The approximate cost of the AP Exam is $100. Course Length: One year Meets Graduation Requirement: VPA Credit Grade Level: 10

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Honors (with extra grade point) Credit Placement Recommendation:

Two years of Drawing/Art and teacher approval

Begin work on portfolio during the summer Beginning Ceramics This course is designed to involve and familiarize the student to all facets of the pottery making process. Through exploration and experimentation of the clay medium, students will be able to create products of personal expression and intent. Each project in the class is designed to expose the student to a variety of hand building, wheel throwing, glazing, and firing techniques. Through various projects, students will be able to master the basic principles of the pottery making process and gain a better understanding of the arts as an integral part of their daily lives. The ceramic work of contemporary artists and pottery of past cultures will be explored and studied. Course Length: One year Meets Graduation Requirement: VPA Credit Grade Level: 9

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Intermediate Ceramics This course is designed to help the intermediate student continue to develop and increase their wheel-throwing and hand building skills, providing a solid foundation for entering ceramics at the advanced level. The intermediate student will continue to explore all facets of the ceramic process including, hand building, wheel throwing, and the combination of hand building and wheel blowing throwing forms. Glazing, decorating using slips, stamps, wax resist and a wide range of firing methods such as raku, terra sigillata, low-fire under glaze, low-fire salt/soda, high fire salt/soda, sagger, and high-fire glaze techniques will expand the student’s knowledge and skills helping them develop their own personal artistic ceramic style. Discussion of contemporary and historical ceramic artists and ceramic art movements will give the student insight to major influences on modern ceramics. Course Length: One year Meets Graduation Requirement: VPA Credit Grade Level: 10th – 12


Pre- requisites:

Beginning ceramics completed with a letter grade of C or higher.


VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS (CONTINUED) Advanced Ceramics I and II This course is designed to challenge and help expand the knowledge and skills of the experienced ceramics student in the pottery making process. Further exploration of hand building, wheel throwing, glazing, decorating and firing methods will increase the advanced student’s ability to define and solve problems related to the ceramic process with insight, reason, and technical proficiency. Students will work on various independent projects under the guidance of the instructor to help develop a body of work that reflects not only mastery of knowledge and skills of the ceramic process, but also of personal growth, search and artistic expression. Exhibition of this body of work is a requirement of the course. Course Length: One year Meets Graduation Requirement: VPA Credit Grade Level: 10

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Pre- requisites:

Intermediate ceramics completed with a letter grade of a C or better. Beginning Clay Sculpture / Advanced Clay Sculpture (Sculpture I and II) For the beginner, this course is designed to involve and educate the student in all aspects of the clay sculpting process. Each project in the class exposes the student to the basic fundamentals of clay sculpture including technique, form and content. Through a variety of projects, methods, and techniques, the beginning student will grasp an understanding of the clay sculpting process enabling him/her to expand upon his/her creative expression, aesthetic valuing, artistic perception, historical and cultural context, and connections, relationships and applications. For the advanced student, he/she will continue to explore and expand upon his her skills, techniques and sculpting methods by being exposed to more challenging and rigorous projects that will enable the advanced student to develop a personal sculpturing style. Through clay as a sculpting medium the advanced student will create a mature body of work for exhibition. Using principles of order, elements of design, and sculptural fundamentals, the work at this level will reflect that of the serious studio artist. Students will incorporate all types of glazing and decorating techniques including low-fire and high fire methods, under glazes, raku glazes, salt/soda, sagger and various other non-ceramic finishing techniques that will enable the clay to look bronze-like. Course Length: One year Meets Graduation Requirement: VPA Credit Grade Level: 9th – 12



VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS (CONTINUED) AP Studio Art – Three Dimensional, Ceramics, and Sculpture The course will follow the College Board’s AP Studio format. Students will submit a group of slides or digital photos of a body of work at the end of the school year for AP and college credit. In this class an individualized program will be designed around a student’s area of interest whether their concentration is in sculpture or ceramics. This will lead to a related body of work that focuses on a process of investigation, growth and discovery. This is a rigorous program where students will be expected to work outside the classroom, as well as in it, and beyond scheduled periods. Students will need to maintain a sketch book or a journal to keep a record of creative ideas and to help in problem solving. Student will visit AMOCA, a recently established museum of ceramic art (the only one of its kind in the U.S.) and various other local museums. Students will also be encouraged to use outside class time to visit art galleries and art openings. Through a joint effort of MAFA (Monrovia Arts Festival Association) and the MHS Ceramics and Sculpture Program students will be able to exhibit their work in a professional setting; MAFA has two art galleries, one at Paint and Play and the other at the Historic Aztec Hotel. This course will continue to include an investigation of artistic movements both historical and contemporary and the major artists that helped form them. All AP Studio Art 3D students are encouraged to take the AP Studio Art 3D Examination in the spring. A score of 3 or above may earn a student college course credit. The approximate cost of the AP Exam is $100. Course Length: One year Meets Graduation Requirement: VPA Credit Grade Level: 11

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Honors (with extra grade point) Credit Placement Recommendations:

C grade or better in Advanced Sculpture II or Advanced Ceramics II. Camerata Singers I Show Choir: this top choral performing group is made up of fine performers who compete much of the spring semester where vocal, music theory, and dance skills are emphasized. Members receive a foundation of early music styles (often in foreign languages) and history during the first semester and concentrate on Show Choir repertoire second semester. Technical skills are sharpened both vocally and technically for the highest degree of competence. Fundraising for the cost of competing is required. Extra rehearsals are frequently required in preparation for competitions. Course Length: One year Meets Graduation Requirement: VPA Credit Grade Level: 9

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Pre- requisites:

Teacher approval Camerata Singers II This course is a yearlong advanced choir course designed to improve the vocal technique, and musicianship of the student members in order to prepare for public performances and to promote lifelong learning and participation in music. Audition is required. Performances will include a holiday concert, liturgical celebrations, a spring concert, and various events on campus as well as in the community. Course Length: One year Meets Graduation Requirement: VPA Credit Grade Level: 9

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Pre- requisites:

Camerata Singers I

Teacher approval


VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS (CONTINUED) Marching Band/Symphonic Band/Drumline This course is designed to teach marching fundamentals and musicianship. The marching band performs at various high school sporting events such as football games and competes in musical events such as parades and field shows. Students learn music performance practice, general music knowledge, music history, some music theory, teamwork, self-discipline, and attention to detail. All scheduled events are mandatory. The Pageantry Team (Drill Team and Color Guard) will receive instruction in dance, marching, and field show equipment handling. Members will study with a dance and color guard instructor to learn Modern, Jazz and Classical dance techniques as well as the handling of dance props and field show equipment. Pageantry accompanies the band to all events. Drumline – is not an approved course. Course Length: One year Meets Graduation Requirement: VPA Credit Grade Level: 10

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Audition or Permission of Director

Mandatory summer two week rehearsal Jazz Band Acceptance into this ensemble is by audition and approval of the Band director only. A course which affords advanced musicians the opportunity to enhance performance skills in the areas of big band, jazz, blues, and rock. Advanced knowledge of music, jazz history, and music theory will be studied. Participation in performances is required. Course Length: One year Meets Graduation Requirement: VPA Credit Grade Level: 9

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Audition or Permission of Director Orchestra Ensemble Orchestra Ensemble is for the most intermediate to advanced instrumental musicians. The Orchestra performs intermediate to advanced level literature from various selected eras of musical history including classical, and modern/contemporary. In addition to the techniques of rehearsal and performance, the students learn the theory and history of the music performed. The director schedules required performances. The course may be repeated for additional credit. Course Length: One year Meets Graduation Requirement: VPA Credit Grade Level: 9

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Pre- requisites:

Audition or Permission of Director

One year of string orchestra or equivalent


VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS (CONTINUED) Drama I The MHS Drama class is a comprehensive overview of theater arts. Students will explore improvisation, scene work, monologues and other performance skills like mime and stage combat. In addition, students will read and analyze plays, learn about theatre history and style, and get a basic overview of stage technology: lights, sound, sets, props and costumes. Course Length: One year Meets Graduation Requirement: VPA Credit Grade Level: 9

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Drama II Drama II is a continuation of Drama I for the motivated theater student. For acting, the second year will entail advanced studies in improvisation and stage performance; musicals, drama and comedy, exploration into the variety of play styles. Theater history and literature will examine Italian Commedia Del’arte and the modern American plays of the 40s and 50s: Miller, Williams, O’Neill, etc. They will learn the basic format of playwriting and attempt to write their own scenes and one-act plays. They will start their own performance journals, critiquing their own work and the work of others. In technical theater, they will concentrate on designing the sets and lights for a play. All theater courses at Monrovia High have been designed to meet the California Content Standards for Drama as well as many of the standards for Language Arts. Course Length: One year Meets Graduation Requirement: VPA Credit Grade Level: 10

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Pre- requisites:

Required audition to one MHS School play

Drama I or its equivalent

Instructor approval is required

Drama III Drama III is a course for the dedicated drama student who wishes to continue the education started in Drama I and II. The student will continue to explore themselves as an actor while adding improvisation as a sport; taking part in competitions and doing performances at the elementary schools. In addition, the Drama III student will participate in a Summer One-Act Play festival. The student will study the French and Russian Theater as well as the Modern American Styles of the 1960’s like Guerrilla Theater, etc. For writing, the students will try writing scenes in the style of the TV or movie script in their performance journals/portfolios adding pictures and possible reviews from other members of the International Thespian Society. All theater courses at Monrovia High have been designed to meet the California Content standards for Drama as well as many of the standards for Language Arts. Drama III Continued Course Length: One year Meets Graduation Requirement: VPA Credit Grade Level: 10

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Pre- requisites:

Required audition to one MHS School play

Drama I, Drama II, or its equivalent

Instructor approval is required


VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS (CONTINUED) Drama IV Drama IV is the culmination of the student’s theatrical experience at Monrovia High School. At the end of the fourth year, the student will be prepared to enter the theater arts as a professional or go on to the college level with almost guaranteed success. The students will study and practice the progression of improvisation to the creation of characters for writing sketches and plays, and the different acting styles like the Method and the Meisner Technique. There will be a directing component worked in as well, as the student helps direct students in the lower level drama classes. Students will study the African American theater as well as modern farce. The Technical Theater component will concentrate on Theater Management, publicity, house management, etc. The major effort of the fourth year is the student-directed, student -performed, student-produced senior play. This activity will take the entire second semester, students continue the play reading and the performance journal/portfolio to be turned in at the end of the year. All theater courses at Monrovia High have been designed to meet the California Content Standards for Drama as well as many of the standards for English Language Arts. Course Length: One year Meets Graduation Requirement: VPA Credit Grade Level: 10

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Pre- requisites:

Drama III, or its equivalent

C grade or better Stagecraft and Design

Stagecraft is a one year course designed to equip students with a comprehensive understanding of

technical theater. This course integrates the theoretical and practical knowledge of stage technology and

design into a hands-on educational experience for MHS students. The course combines the arts with

reading and writing across curriculum as well as the core subjects of Language Arts, Math, and Science.

All course work and assignments are designed to provide an educational experience that equips students

with the tangible experience necessary to pursue technical theater opportunities at the collegiate and

professional level.

Course Length: One year Meets Graduation Requirement: VPA Credit Grade Level: 10

th – 12


Pre- requisites:

Completion of the Drama course Piano Lab Students in Piano Lab learn beginning through intermediate level literature from various selected eras of musical history. In addition to keyboarding technique, students learn music theory, and the history of the music performed. Students work individually and in small groups (workshops), as well as give recitals each semester. This course may be repeated for additional credit. Course Length: One year Meets Graduation Requirement: Elective Credit Grade Level: 9

th – 12


Music Survey/Guitar Guitar is a beginning through intermediate level course that focuses on guitar technique, music theory, musicianship, and performance. The course also covers reading and transcribing musical notation and tablature. Students will be given written tests as well as performance assessments on a regular basis. Course Length: One year Meets Graduation Requirement: Elective Credit Grade Level: 9

th – 12

th

Pre- requisites:

Students should provide their own acoustic guitar


VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS (CONTINUED) Basic Photography I This is an introductory course in black-and-white photography. It will provide the opportunity for students to create their own pinhole camera to do photographic and visual research. Students will then be able to extend their knowledge and skills in the field of photography through the use of more advanced cameras. The course will familiarize the student with photographic equipment, materials, methods, and processes. Learning about the camera will enable students to take sports photos, portraits, and create personal images. Course Length: One year Meets Graduation Requirement: Elective or VPA Credit Grade Level: 9

th – 12


Commercial Photography Commercial photography is an advanced photography course. This course will provide students with opportunities to extend and advance their knowledge and skills in the field of photography. This course will familiarize students with advanced photographic equipment, materials, methods and processes in both black-and-white and color. This will also require the student to produce digital images and use computers. Course Length: One year Meets Graduation Requirement: Elective or VPA Credit Grade Level: 10

th – 12


Prerequisite:

C or better grade in Basic Photography AP Art History AP Art History is a rigorous Advanced Placement course. Students will study selected periods of art within the context and significance of major interpretive questions and historic time periods. Students will be trained to analyze and interpret primary sources including documentary material, artists’ notes and art criticism. Students will learn how to approach art history critically and be able to analyze and evaluate competing sources of historical information. Students will be able to express themselves with clarity and precision and know how to cite sources and credit the phrases and ideas of others. All AP Art History students are encouraged to take the AP Art History Examination in the spring. A score of 3 or above may earn a student college course credit. The approximate cost of the AP Exam is $100. Course Length: One year Meets Graduation Requirement: Elective VPA Credit Grade Level: 11

th – 12



Students must accept the rigor and challenge of the advanced placement curriculum.


CAREER TECHNICAL EDUCATION

Participation in the Regional Occupational Program (ROP) enhances students’ career opportunities. Training provides students with self-satisfaction and a sense of pride as well as entry-level job skills to obtain, maintain, and advance in their chosen career area. All ROP students will have the opportunity to learn to complete a job application, develop a resume, promote themselves with confidence in a job interview, and network with others to obtain the job of their choice. Student organizations, such as SkillsUSA and National Technical Honor Society are specific to the Career Technology and ROP programs and are strongly supported by industry professionals. These organizations provide networking opportunities and a chance for students to compete with other schools in technological areas on regional, state, and national levels in order to obtain scholarships or other prizes offered by industry supporters. Auto Maintenance Students will learn the basics of all the major systems of the automobile including covering the engine and electrical system during the first semester. Drive train, brakes, steering, and suspension will be covered second semester. Emphasis will be on learning the names of all major parts, where they are located, and how they work, and what maintenance should be performed. Maintaining systems to operate as intended will be emphasized. In addition, the students will learn the proper use of tools and shop equipment while following all safety rules. Course Length: One year Meets Graduation Requirement: Elective Credit Grade Level: 9

th – 12

th

This course is part of the following pathway(s): Automotive Auto Specialization Advanced Class Using the Automobile, this class is designed to create an interest in automotive technology as a career goal and provide hands-on instruction in a variety of related technologies following NATEF guidelines. Scientific principles, mathematical concepts and communication skills are taught through an activity-oriented approach. Student teams will progress through an articulated modular instructional system. NATEF requirements are covered during this class as follows: Brakes, 70 hours; Electrical/Electronic, 140 hours; Engine Drivability, 130 hours and Steering/Suspension, 75 hours. Students who successfully complete the course may be eligible to obtain an Automotive Service Excellence certificate. Course Length: One year Meets Graduation Requirement: Elective Credit Grade Level: 10

th – 12

th

Prerequisite:

Auto Maintenance or Auto Engineering

This course is part of the following pathway(s): Automotive Automotive Engineering Automotive Engineering is a study of interaction of science and technology as they apply to the automotive transportation system and the engineered sub-systems that responsible for the functioning of the automobile. These include integrated mechanical, electrical, chemical, and computer engineered systems. The mathematics and scientific concepts associated with these systems will also be explored. Students will develop their understanding of science, as it applies to the study of engineered automotive systems. Course Length: One Year Meets Graduation Requirement: Elective Credit Grade Level: 10

th – 12

th Meets USC/UC A-G Requirements: G Elective

This course is part of the following pathway(s): Automotive


CAREER TECHNICAL EDUCATION (CONTINUED)

Beginning Video Production Students will learn the fundamentals of pre-production, camera operations, lighting, studio and field production and basic post-production. Brainstorming, storyboarding, script writing, and scheduling, will be studied and practiced. Students will demonstrate mastery of basic video production by creating original short videos. This is a hands-on project based class. Students will work both as project leaders and participants and will learn about various occupations in TV and Film by assuming different roles in student productions. Course Length: One year Meets Graduation Requirement: Elective Credit Grade Level: 9

th – 12


This course is part of the following pathway(s): Media and Design Arts Advanced Film and Video Production This is a video/film production course for students who have completed beginning video production who are interested in continuing to develop their skills in broadcast and film activities. The students in this class will train students through on-the-job application of TV/Film activities producing school broadcasts and the basics of storytelling through media. Students may also receive on-the-job experience in Monrovia High School's studio or one-time remote productions. This is a capstone class that requires students to complete a film-style short for the Annual MHS ―Twilight Zone‖ film festival. Students will learn the historical perspectives and analyze American film and television from a variety of artistic works. The course requires students to demonstrate mastery of visual storytelling through the creation of story boards, scriptwriting, basic shot types, camera movements, lighting, audio and techniques of editing. In addition, students will have the opportunities to learn the skills necessary for jobs within the industry such as: producer, director, art director, set design, camera operator, script supervisor, editor, etc. This course aligns with and/or incorporates the State Visual and Performing Arts Frameworks, State Language Arts and Mathematics Standards, High School Exit Exam Standards, Career Performance Standards, and the LACOROP Expected Student Learning Results (ESLRS). Course Length: One year Meets Graduation Requirement: Elective or VPA Credit Grade Level: 10

th – 12


Prerequisite:

Beginning Video Production or Beginning Photography

This course is part of the following pathway(s): Media and Design Arts Video Game Design Video Game Design Foundations provides students with a complete understanding of the technological and creative aspects of video game design, as well as how the industry functions in an in-depth and easy-to-follow format. Students are provided with a complete guide to immersion in the field, from beginning each game build project through completion, integration, and marketing. Simulated design teams have the opportunity to learn all aspects of team building, including the creative, business, and technological components required to launch a new video game. Course Length: One year Meets Graduation Requirement: Elective Grade Level: 10

th – 12

th

Prerequisite:

Beginning Video Production or Beginning Photography


CAREER TECHNICAL EDUCATION (CONTINUED)

Child Development Child Development prepares students to understand children's physical, mental, emotional and social growth and development, as well provide for their care and guidance. Instruction includes prenatal development, inherited characteristics, birth defects, health and safety, guidance and discipline, cultural diversity, child abuse and developmentally appropriate teaching strategies and curriculum. This course provides a solid foundation for the Early Childhood Education pathway at MHS. An articulation agreement has been put into place with Citrus Community College. Students earning a B and who have successfully passed the Citrus exam will receive 3 Early Childhood Education credits via the course Child Development 110. Course Length: One Year Meets Graduation Requirement: Elective Credit Grade Level: 9

th-12

th Meets CSU/UC Requirements: G

This course is part of the following pathway(s): Child Development & Education Principles in Education The course is designed for students who are continuing their education and experience working with children. This course combine's classroom instruction, self study and work experience. Students will gain a true understanding of the multiple disciplines of the education system. Students will explore the fundamentals of classroom management and procedures. The areas covered in this course will provide students with the knowledge necessary for success in the work place. Students will be educated in job searching skills; such as resumes, applications, interviewing and occupational skills; including ethical procedures, sexual harassment and employee rights. Aside from the topics learned during classroom time, students will have the opportunity to practice these skills working in an elementary classroom. Course Length: One Year Meets Graduation Requirement: Elective Credit Grade Level: 10

th-12

th Meets CSU/UC Requirements: G

Pre-requisites:

Completion of ROP Child Development with a passing grade

Students must have a history of good attendance, a 2.3 GPA and no disciplinary record. This course is part of the following pathway(s): Child Development & Education Medical Assistance/Terminology This course is designed to prepare students for success in the health care field. The students will study general medical terminology, including the proper spelling and pronunciation of diagnostic, operative, and symptomatic terms related to body systems. Course Length: One Year Meets Graduation Requirement: Elective Credit Grade Level: 9

th-12

th

Sports Medicine Sports Medicine is designed for students interested in fields such as athletic training, physical therapy, medicine, fitness, physiology of exercise, kinesiology, nutrition, and other sports medicine related fields. The students will complete class work and practical hands-on application in the following areas: prevention, treatment, rehabilitation of sports injuries, taping and wrapping of injuries, first aid/CPR, emergency procedures, and sports medicine careers. Course Length: One Year Meets Graduation Requirement: Elective Credit Grade Level: 9

th-12

th


CAREER TECHNICAL EDUCATION (CONTINUED) Administration of Justice This course teaches students the basic skills needed for a law enforcement officer, public safety dispatcher, records clerk, or police officer. Students learn the history and evolution of law enforcement, criminal law, types of crimes and offenses, and security. Course Length: One Year Meets Graduation Requirement: Elective Credit Grade Level: 9

th-12

th

This course is part of the following pathway(s): Protective Services Fashion Merchandising This course trains students in the fundamentals of fashion merchandising and retailing. Instruction will develop proficiency in the retailing of fashion design goods and provide a foundation of further training from a higher institution in the fashion industry. Students will learn the history of fashion, fashion services and resources, wardrobe coordination, elements and principles of design, visual merchandising and display, advertising and promotion, textiles and store operations. Students will have an opportunity to assist in design and creating a fashion show under the supervision of the instructor in partnership with fashion business partners. Course Length: One year Meets Graduation Requirement: Elective Grade Level: 9

th-12th

This course is part of the following pathway(s): Fashion Design, Manufacturing and Merchandising Fashion Merchandising II This course continues the knowledge attained in Fashion Merchandising in regards to the fashion industry and introduces students to sewing, advanced textiles, and project construction techniques. First semester will focus on basic sewing equipment identification and maintenance, beginning sewing skills and beginning project construction. Second semester will focus on intermediate sewing skills, intermediate project construction and a more in depth understanding of the properties of textiles. Students will be required to complete a progression of sewing projects each semester, leading up to assisting the Fashion Merchandising class and Fashion Cub with creating pieces for the annual fashion show. Course Length: One Year Meets Graduation Requirement: Elective Credit Grade Level: 10

th-12

th

Pre-requisites:

Completion of Fashion Merchandising with a passing grade This course is part of the following pathway(s):


NON-DEPARTMENTAL ELECTIVES Leadership This class is designed for students to participate in governance of our school by being an elected or appointed member of the Associated Student Body (ASB) Cabinet. The ASB Cabinet is responsible for the organization and coordination of activities and service projects that promote and celebrate school spirit, pride, and unity on our campus and in the community. The ASB Cabinet also offers support for on-campus clubs, manages student body funds, supports high standards of scholarship and citizenship, supports positive student/teacher relationships, and engages in activities that support the Monrovia community. The ASB Cabinet meets every day during period 4. Course Length: One year Meets Graduation Requirement: Elective Credit Grade Level: 9

th – 12

th

Pre- requisites:

2.0 GPA

Selection through election or interview

Appointment upon approval of application by the director of activities Renaissance Renaissance is a leadership class designed to develop and support student activities that reward effort, improvement and achievement in academics. This class requires dedication during school and at school functions in the evening and on weekends. Course Length: One year Meets Graduation Requirement: Elective Credit Grade Level: 9

th – 12

th

Prerequisites:

2.0 GPA

Selection through election or interview

Appointment upon approval of application by the director of Renaissance School Service This course allows students to work in the classroom as an assistant to the teacher. Duties include assisting teachers in making copies, preparing classroom materials and/or setting up labs/activities. Students will be assigned to a classroom teacher. Course Length: One year Meets Graduation Requirement: Elective Credit Grade Level: 11

th – 12

th

Prerequisites:

GPA 2.5 or greater

Must have excellent attendance/discipline

Parent Consent Office Assistance This course allows students to work in an office setting. Students will be able to obtain skills needed for entry-level clerical work. Duties include but are not limited to making photocopies, using the fax machine, answering phones, filing, and greeting/helping parents and students. Course Length: One year Meets Graduation Requirement: Elective Credit Grade Level: 11

th – 12

th

Prerequisites:

GPA 2.5 or greater


Parent Consent


NON DEPARTMENTAL ELECTIVES (CONTINUED) Peer Tutor Students will be assigned to a classroom teacher and will be paired with peers who are in need of academic assistance in that class. A strong background in the subject area is mandatory. Students can be tutors in a Math, Science, English or English Language Development class. Students who select to tutor in the English Language Development class must speak a second language as they will be assigned a peer student who is learning the English language. Course Length: One year Meets Graduation Requirement: Elective Credit Grade Level: 11

th – 12

th

Prerequisites:

GPA 3.0 or greater in the academic area


Parent Consent

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