Electives

AP Computer Science Principles
Grade 9-12
CSU/UC: D

The course is designed to be equivalent to a first-semester, introductory college computer programming course. In this course, students will develop computational thinking skills vital for success across all disciplines. These skills include, but are not limited to, using computational tools to analyze and study data and working with large data sets to analyze, visualize, and draw conclusions from trends.

AP Psychology
Grade 9-12
CSU/UC: G

This course will provide an introduction to core concepts in psychology, modern theories and important experiments. We will discuss topics such as nature versus nurture, research methods, sensation and perception, learning, memory, developmental life stages, social psychology, and of course the brain. We will explore different psychological disorders including anxiety disorders, mood disorders, schizophrenia, and personality disorders. Students will design a research study, discuss case studies, present on an important figure in psychology, and do group work. Outside of class, online resources will be utilized.

AP Art
Grade 9-12
CSU/UC: F

The AP program in Studio Art enables high motivated students to perform at the college level. Students are eligible for two portfolio examinations (General Portfolio & Drawing Portfolio), but not within the same school year. The portfolio is reviewed as the culminating experience in a student's secondary visual arts training. The course provides instruction and addresses the three-pronged AP criterion of: Quality; Concentration; and Breadth. Specific requirements for AP Studio Art follow course description established by the Advanced Placement Program.

Studio Art
Grade 9-12
CSU/UC: F

Students will create original works of art using a variety of materials and artistic techniques. Students will develop a portfolio of art works to be used for assessment, promotion, and exhibition.

AVID 9
Grade 9-12
CSU/UC: G

Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID) is an academic elective course that prepares students for college readiness and success, and it is scheduled during the regular school day as a year-long course. Each week, students receive instruction utilizing a rigorous college preparatory curriculum provided by AVID Center, tutor-facilitated study groups, motivational activities and academic success skills. In AVID, students participate in activities that incorporate strategies focused on writing, inquiry, collaboration, organization and reading to support their academic growth.

AVID 10
Grade 9-12
CSU/UC: G

This second sequence of Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID) is an academic elective course that prepares students for college readiness and success, and it is scheduled during the regular school day as a year-long course. Each week, students receive instruction utilizing a rigorous college preparatory curriculum provided by AVID Center, tutor-facilitated study groups, motivational activities and academic success skills. In AVID, students participate in activities that incorporate strategies focused on writing, inquiry, collaboration, organization and reading to support their academic growth. During the tenth grade AVID Elective course, students will refine the AVID strategies to meet their independent needs and learning styles.

AVID 11
Grade 9-12
CSU/UC: G

Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID) is an academic elective course that prepares students for college readiness and success, and it is scheduled during the regular school day as a year-long course. Each week, students receive instruction utilizing a rigorous college preparatory curriculum provided by AVID Center, tutor-facilitated study groups, motivational activities and academic survival skills. The course emphasizes rhetorical reading, analytical writing, collaborative discussion strategies, tutorial inquiry study groups, preparation for college entrance and placement exams, college study skills and test-taking strategies, note-taking and research. The eleventh grade AVID Elective course is the first part in a junior/senior seminar course that focuses on writing and critical thinking expected of first- and second-year college students.

AVID Senior Seminar
Grade 9-12
CSU/UC: G

Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID) is an academic elective course that prepares students for college readiness and success, and it is scheduled during the regular school day as a year-long course. Each week, students receive instruction utilizing a rigorous college preparatory curriculum provided by AVID Center, tutor-facilitated study groups, motivational activities and academic survival skills. The course emphasizes rhetorical reading, analytical writing, collaborative discussion strategies, tutorial inquiry study groups, preparation for college entrance and placement exams, college study skills and test-taking strategies, note-taking and research. The senior seminar course that focuses on writing and critical thinking expected of first- and second-year college students.

Exploring Computer Science
Grade 9-12
CSU/UC: G

Exploring Computer Science is an introduction to the key concepts in the field of computer science. Exploring Computer Science is taught using an inquiry based method of instruction. The purpose of this course is to give students a thorough understanding of computational practices and application of skills. Key concepts in this course include: computing versus computers, problem solving, binary language, algorithm’s, basic coding MIT App Inventor, HTML, Scratch, Python, and data analysis.

Intro to Journalism/Yearbook
Grade 9-12
CSU/UC: G

Course is designed to provide a comprehensive theoretical and hands-on educational experience that will help them to develop skills in essential journalism skills such as reporting, interviewing, writing in various journalistic styles, editing, knowledge of media laws and ethics. Students will also read, contemplate, discuss and analyze major issues in 21st century journalism such as libel, First Amendment Rights, responsible reporting and the integration of digital media. This course is designed to provide opportunities for students to engage in an in-depth examination of journalism, mass media and the news-writing process. Students will learn the responsibility for the planning, design and publication of the school yearbook.

Leadership
Grade 11-12
CSU/UC: G

Students will learn the fundamentals of leadership skills, parliamentary procedures, plan school-wide activities and work with the school site administration in implementing a strong student government.