CTE is at the front of innovation in education in the Northshore School District. There is nothing more exciting than seeing students engaged in studies that push them to their limits and spark their imaginations. To be career and college ready, you need to be able to integrate and apply 21st century skills, technical knowledge and skills, and core academic knowledge. With an emphasis on real world, real life skills, Career and Technical Education – Northshore School District connects you to academics and training that will help you be successful in the future through hands on, applied learning. Our goal is that every student will graduate from high school globally competitive for work and postsecondary education and prepared for life in the 21st century. No matter what your dream, you can pursue it through CTE.
Course Catalog 2024-25
Woodinville High School
Home of the Falcons
"One Falcon, One Family"
At Woodinville High School, we work together to preserve the integrity of the Northshore School District diploma. A rigorous curriculum and requirements that challenge our students is provided in an atmosphere where they learn to solve problems, rise to new heights, and participate in all of our "5 A's": Academics, Activities, Advanced Placement, Athletics, and the Arts.
As students make course selections for the coming school year, they are encouraged to think deeply, process their choices carefully, and weigh all the options before making final selections. The master schedule of courses developed for the 2024-25 school year, along with corresponding staffing decisions, will be based on the course requests students make at this time.
We look forward to partnering with our students, parents, and guardians and wish our Falcons much success during the 2024-25 school year!
View spring 2023-24 Registration Timeline & Due Dates for currently enrolled students.
Introduction
- Expected Student Outcomes, Counseling Center, and Scheduling
- Credits
- Diploma Requirements for Graduation
Expected Student Outcomes, Counseling Center, and Scheduling
Northshore School District is committed to developing programs and courses operated in conformity with all Federal and State laws prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, national origin, disability, gender, sex, sexual orientation, religion, or military service.
Expected Student Outcomes
- Preparation of all students to become lifelong learners through the development of creative and critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Development of a mastery of core competencies to prepare for the workplace and/or continued education.
- Preparation of all students to become ethical, responsible, and contributing world citizens.
- Assistance for students in developing the attitudes, behaviors, and skills necessary to fulfill their potential.
The primary focus of the Counseling Department is to help students with academic, personal, and vocational planning and to foster personal exploration and self-awareness. Students are encouraged to set realistic yet challenging goals, to make responsible decisions, to understand the consequences of their choices, and to learn to self-advocate. All students are assigned to a counselor by the first letter of their last name. Students remain with their respective counselor throughout high school.
Scheduling
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Amy Strandy A-C astrandy@nsd.org |
Kat Lamb D-Hi klamb@nsd.org |
Scott Churchill Hj-Man schurchill@nsd.org |
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Nate Hirsch Mar-R nhirsch@nsd.org |
Sarah Brenner S-Z sbrenner@nsd.org |
My Tang College & Career mtang@nsd.org |
Credits
Credits
Credit is obtained by attaining a passing grade in a regularly scheduled course. Students earn .50 credit for each semester course. All students are responsible for reviewing and monitoring progress toward graduation. Transcripts and diploma summaries are distributed annually. Instructions on how to read and interpret these documents are given. Seniors should conference with counselors immediately if they are not enrolled in courses that will meet graduation requirements. Counselors are available to offer guidance in addressing credit deficiencies. Students who have failed course requirements for graduation need to schedule an appointment with their counselor to develop a plan to meet those requirements. Counselors can provide distance-learning options. All outside and online courses must be pre-approved to be placed on the transcript. Only courses from approved providers will be accepted as viable transfer credits.
Diploma Requirements for Graduation
Diploma Requirements for Graduation
The following subject areas and credits are required for graduation.
Students will complete 17 Core credits plus 3 Personalized Pathway* plus 4 Flexible credits.
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Subject |
Credits |
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English |
4.00 credits |
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Mathematics |
3.00 credits |
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Science |
3.00 credits |
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Social Studies |
3.00 credits |
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Health |
0.5 credits |
| Life Fitness | 0.5 credits |
| Physical Education | 0.5 credits |
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Career & Technical Education (CTE.) |
1.00 credit |
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The Arts |
1.00 credit |
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Flexible Credits |
7.00 credits (3.00 PPR* + 4.00 Elective Credits) |
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TOTAL |
24.00 credits |
* PPR = Personalized Pathway Requirements: Courses that lead to a specific post-high school career outcome chosen by the student, based on the student’s interest and High School and Beyond Plan.
● English: 4.0 credits of English/Language Arts
● Mathematics: 3.0 credits: 1.0 Algebra I, 1.0 Geometry, and a 3rd credit of math chosen by the student based on the student’s interest and High School and Beyond Plan.
● Science: 3.0 credits: 2.0 credits of lab science and a 3rd credit of science chosen by the student based on the student’s interest and High School and Beyond Plan.
● Social Studies: 3.0 credits: 1.0 World History/AP Euro/AP World History, 1.0 US History/AP US History, and 1.0 Senior History Equivalents (0.5 credit in Contemporary World Issues and 0.5 of Civics/AP Gov Pol/CHS Global Studies)
● Health and Fitness: 2.0 credits (1.0 credit in Physical Education, .50 credit in Life/Fitness, .50 credit in Health)
● Career and Technical Education (CTE): 1.0 credit that meets CTE exploratory requirements or higher.
● The Arts: 1.0 credit to be met in visual and/or performing arts courses.
● Flexible Credits: 7.0 credits (3.0 PPR + 4.0 Elective Credits)
○ World Language: 2.0 credits required for College Admissions
● Successfully complete two courses in any combination of College in the High School, CTE Dual Credit (formerly known as Tech Prep), AP, and/or Running Start, unless an alternative course of study is identified through the student’s High School and Beyond Plan.
● One semester in Washington State History and Constitution must be met in 7th grade as a non-credit bearing high school course.
● Complete the High School and Beyond Plan through Naviance.
● Meet all state high school assessment requirements, met through the SBAC or the Grad Pathway Options.
To preserve the integrity of the Northshore comprehensive high school diploma, 85% of the required credits for graduation shall be earned through the student’s comprehensive high school course offerings. No more than 50% of the graduation requirements in any discipline may be obtained from approved accredited sources outside the Northshore School District. Students who earn more than 15% of the total required credits or more than 50% of the required credits in any discipline from outside sources, and who complete all district requirements for graduation, shall receive a generic Northshore School District diploma.
General Information
- Schedule Change Policy
- Waiver of Graduation Requirements
- Fees
- Fines
- Athletic Eligibility
- NCAA Freshman Athletic Eligibility
Schedule Change Policy
It is critical that the choices made by students during registration are considered to be final. Courses that are offered and staffing for the following year are based on the choices students make during the registration process.
Yearlong Schedule changes may be made for the following reasons:
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A graduation requirement is missing
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A student is inappropriately placed in a class
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Their schedule is Incomplete
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IEP/ELL placement changes
Semester course changes may be allowed within the first 10 days of a term without penalty. After day 10, courses dropped will be posted to the transcript with “F” grades. Yearlong classes will not be dropped at any time during the year unless there are extenuating circumstances approved by the principal.
Waiver of Graduation Requirements
Policy for Exemption from Physical Education (PE) Portion (1.0 credit)
of the Health & Fitness Requirement (2.0 credits)
Schools shall emphasize the worth of physical education, and carry into effect physical education requirements, provided that individual students may be exempted from participating in physical education that otherwise is required on account of physical disability, employment or religious belief, or because of participation in school-directed athletics or military science and tactics, or for other good cause. (Washington State Law)
Health and Fitness requirements:
- .50 credit of Life Fitness
- 1.0 credit of PE 9-12
- .50 credit of Health
Life Fitness and Health cannot be waived with sports waivers or course exemptions.
Northshore School District Procedure
Parent(s) must submit a written request for exemption from the physical education (PE) portion of the Health and Fitness requirements to the building administrator or his/her designee; the request may be granted for the reasons stated in the law set forth below:
1. Students participating in high school athletic programs may waive up to 1.00 credit of PE 9-12 through sports participation. Each athletic season = .25 credit waiver. Life Fitness and Health cannot be waived through athletic participation.
2. Students exempted from PE 9-12 requirement must substitute equivalency credits in accordance with NSD school board policies (see Page 9 for graduation requirements).
3. Students in grade 9 may postpone PE 9-12 requirements until grades 10-12.
4. Students may request an exemption from PE for medical reasons. Medical exemptions must be verified by a physician.
5. No Health and Fitness exemption will be granted for Running Start students.
6. Other just cause.
Fees
In accordance with state law, the school district will provide each student with the materials and supplies necessary to learn the basic skills taught in their classes. However, many students desire to extend their creativity and educational experiences beyond the basics and many students wish to keep the projects they make in school. In these cases, special materials may be purchased at school, when available (project purchase fee), or brought from home or other sources. Other optional expenses associated with high school include: ASB membership, yearbook, school pictures, parking hanger, sports participation, club membership and competition fees, graduation supplies, etc. Fee waivers and/or reductions shall be granted for students whose families would have difficulty paying by reason of their low income pursuant to current practices, policies, and procedures of the Northshore School District.
Fines
It is the student’s responsibility to monitor the safekeeping of books, materials, and equipment issued by the school/district. A student shall be responsible for the cost of replacing materials or property that are lost or damaged. In the event the student does not make proper restitution (or discharge the fine/charge through voluntary work obligation) the following may occur pursuant to current practices, policies, and procedures of the Northshore School District:
- Diploma may be withheld.
- The student may be held out of participation in extracurricular activities, including athletics.
- The student may have withheld prepaid goods purchased from the district including, but not limited to yearbooks, pictures, and optional graduation supplies.
- The student may be held out of participation in optional school activities including dances and excursions, as well as optional parking on campus.
- The student may be held out of optional graduation ceremonies.
- The student may be subject to other appropriate discipline.
Athletic Eligibility
The following criteria are required for a student to participate in high school athletics:
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Be a resident of Northshore School District in the Woodinville High School service area, or on an approved waiver, and living with parent/guardian.
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Be enrolled in and passing a minimum of six (6) subjects.
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Fall athletes must have passed 6 classes at the end of the previous spring semester.
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In the fall, an incoming 9th grade student is not required to meet the previous semester scholarship rule provided they have met all other eligibility requirements.
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Complete a Final Forms registration.
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Have a current physical examination on file in the athletic office. Physicals are good for 2 years from the exam date.
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Provide insurance company information or purchase insurance.
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Purchase an ASB membership.
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Participation fee must be paid within the first two weeks of participation. If the sport makes cuts, the fee is due after the athlete has made the team but within the first two weeks.
NCAA Freshman Athletic Eligibility
Students wishing to participate in college athletics at any level must meet certain minimum requirements. These requirements are specified by the NCAA Eligibility Center. Separate application to the NCAA is required before any scholarship or athletic recruitment can take place. It is the responsibility of each student to meet the requirements. For more information, visit the NCAA Eligibility Center website at www.ncaaclearinghouse.net or contact your counselor in the Counseling Department.
Courses
- Career & Technical Education (and Other Flexible Credit)
- English
- Health - Fitness
- Mathematics
- Science
- Social Studies
- Special Education
- The Arts
- World Languages
Career & Technical Education (and Other Flexible Credit)
CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION
Career & Technical Education Courses
- Business & Marketing
- Technology & Engineering
- Other Career & Technical
- Satellite Programs
- Other Flexible Credits
Business & Marketing
BUSINESS & MARKETING
CTE is at the front of innovation in education in the Northshore School District. There is nothing more exciting than seeing students engaged in studies that push them to their limits and spark their imaginations. To be career and college ready, you need to be able to integrate and apply 21st century skills, technical knowledge and skills, and core academic knowledge. With an emphasis on real world, real life skills, Career and Technical Education – Northshore School District connects you to academics and training that will help you be successful in the future through hands on, applied learning. Our goal is that every student will graduate from high school globally competitive for work and postsecondary education and prepared for life in the 21st century. No matter what your dream, you can pursue it through CTE.
Technology & Engineering
TECHNOLOGY AND ENGINEERING
CTE is at the front of innovation in education in the Northshore School District. There is nothing more exciting than seeing students engaged in studies that push them to their limits and spark their imaginations. To be career and college ready, you need to be able to integrate and apply 21st century skills, technical knowledge and skills, and core academic knowledge. With an emphasis on real world, real life skills, Career and Technical Education – Northshore School District connects you to academics and training that will help you be successful in the future through hands on, applied learning. Our goal is that every student will graduate from high school globally competitive for work and postsecondary education and prepared for life in the 21st century. No matter what your dream, you can pursue it through CTE.
Other Career & Technical
OTHER CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION COURSES
CTE is at the front of innovation in education in the Northshore School District. There is nothing more exciting than seeing students engaged in studies that push them to their limits and spark their imaginations. To be career and college ready, you need to be able to integrate and apply 21st century skills, technical knowledge and skills, and core academic knowledge. With an emphasis on real world, real life skills, Career and Technical Education – Northshore School District connects you to academics and training that will help you be successful in the future through hands on, applied learning. Our goal is that every student will graduate from high school globally competitive for work and postsecondary education and prepared for life in the 21st century. No matter what your dream, you can pursue it through CTE.
Satellite Programs
SATELLITE PROGRAMS
CTE is at the front of innovation in education in the Northshore School District. There is nothing more exciting than seeing students engaged in studies that push them to their limits and spark their imaginations. To be career and college ready, you need to be able to integrate and apply 21st century skills, technical knowledge and skills, and core academic knowledge. With an emphasis on real world, real life skills, Career and Technical Education – Northshore School District connects you to academics and training that will help you be successful in the future through hands on, applied learning. Our goal is that every student will graduate from high school globally competitive for work and postsecondary education and prepared for life in the 21st century. No matter what your dream, you can pursue it through CTE.
Other Flexible Credits
OTHER FLEXIBLE CREDITS
CTE is at the front of innovation in education in the Northshore School District. There is nothing more exciting than seeing students engaged in studies that push them to their limits and spark their imaginations. To be career and college ready, you need to be able to integrate and apply 21st century skills, technical knowledge and skills, and core academic knowledge. With an emphasis on real world, real life skills, Career and Technical Education – Northshore School District connects you to academics and training that will help you be successful in the future through hands on, applied learning. Our goal is that every student will graduate from high school globally competitive for work and postsecondary education and prepared for life in the 21st century. No matter what your dream, you can pursue it through CTE.
- Subject Area
English
ENGLISH
English Courses
Freshmen
FRESHMEN
TO REQUEST AN EXCEPTION TO A GRADE LEVEL OR PREREQUISITE REQUIREMENT, PLEASE COMPLETE AND SUBMIT THIS REQUEST AN EXCEPTION FORM.
ENG160A/B - PRE-AP ENGLISH 9
Length / Credit: Full Year / 1.0
Grade: 9
Prerequisite: None
Fees: N/A
Diploma Category: English 9
Notes: None
This course establishes the skills necessary for a successful progression of learning for advanced high school ELA coursework. Students will be introduced to fundamentals of close observation, critical analysis, and the author’s craft. Students will engage in readings that attend to small details within a text that deepen the meaning of the whole passage. Students will also write complex sentences that lead to lengthier writing. In addition, vocabulary will be enhanced and speaking skills will be practiced in this course.
ENG100A/B - ENGLISH 9
Length / Credit: Full Year / 1.0
Grade: 9
Prerequisite: None
Fees: N/A
Diploma Category: English 9
Notes: None
Students will be introduced to analytical thinking and literary analysis as they apply close, critical reading and writing strategies that focus on literary elements and the writer’s craft. Students will write narrative and argumentative essays. They will broaden their understanding of language use with attention to word choice, imagery, tone, and figurative language to convey ideas. Students will use a specific process that involves five analytical moves referred to in “The Writing Method” as outlined in their core textbook.
Students will interpret a variety of texts that include short fiction, novels, images, multimedia text, poetry, plays and informational passages. Texts will include representation of different cultures and perspectives as students broaden their understanding of relevant topics reflective of world communities.
ELL100A/B – ELL ENGLISH 9
Length / Credit: Full Year / 1.0
Grade: 9
Prerequisite: None
Fees: N/A
Diploma Category: English 9
Notes: None
This class is designed to help develop the English language in an academic setting through a focus on reading, writing, speaking, and listening. Students will master the necessary language skills through various forms of listening and speaking: direct instruction, peer-to-peer exercises, teacher-student collaboration, and presentations. Reading and writing development is practiced daily, per student need and grade level, and aligns with both the Common Core State Standards and ELPS Standards. The expectation is that students can use texts like Writing Analytically to help develop analysis methods for novels and articles used to supplement this skill building. In the end, this course aims to provide an environment that supports and fosters student language growth based on individual English language needs.
SPL100A/B – LC ENGLISH 9
Length / Credit: Full Year / 1.0
Grade: 9
Prerequisite: None
Fees: N/A
Diploma Category: English 9
Notes: None
This class is designed for students receiving Special Education services and will be targeted at individual learning goals. Reading and writing development is practiced daily, per student need and grade level, and align with the Common Core State Standards.
Sophomores
SOPHOMORES
TO REQUEST AN EXCEPTION TO A GRADE LEVEL OR PREREQUISITE REQUIREMENT, PLEASE COMPLETE AND SUBMIT THIS REQUEST AN EXCEPTION FORM.
ENG200A/B - ENGLISH 10
Length / Credit: Full Year / 1.0
Grade: 10
Prerequisite: None
Fees: N/A
Diploma Category: English 10
Notes: None
Students will delve deeper into analytical thinking and literary analysis as they apply close, critical reading and engage in more critical thinking as they expand upon the five analytical moves within “The Writing Method” outlined in their core textbook. Students will engage in the process of writing that emphasizes paragraph structure, essay development, literary analysis, and rhetorical analysis.
Students will write inductive analysis and literary essays. They will broaden their abilities to use research skills and credible sources as they construct in-depth text interpretations. Students will interpret a variety of texts that include short fiction, novels, images, multimedia text, poetry, plays and informational passages. Texts will include representation of different cultures and perspectives as students broaden their understanding of relevant topics reflective of world communities.
ENG255A/B - PRE-AP ENGLISH 10
Length / Credit: Full Year / 1.0
Grade: 10
Prerequisite: None
Fees: N/A
Diploma Category: English 10
Notes: None
This course prepares sophomores for rigorous Advanced Placement (AP) programs as it builds upon previous learning from Pre-AP English 9 with new and more complex literary and informational texts. As writers, students will compose analytical essays with a focus on craft and cohesion. Students will engage with content related to argument, persuasion in literature, voice in synthesis, and purpose in poetry and prose.
ELL200A/B – ELL ENGLISH 10
Length / Credit: Full Year / 1.0
Grade: 10
Prerequisite: None
Fees: N/A
Diploma Category: English 10
Notes: None
This class is designed to help develop the English language in an academic setting through a focus on reading, writing, speaking, and listening. Students will master the necessary language skills through various forms of listening and speaking: direct instruction, peer-to-peer exercises, teacher-student collaboration, and presentations. Reading and writing development is practiced daily, per student need and grade level, and aligns with both the Common Core State Standards and ELPS Standards. The expectation is that students can use texts like Writing Analytically to help develop analysis methods for novels and articles used to supplement this skill building. In the end, this course aims to provide an environment that supports and fosters student language growth based on individual English language needs.
SPL200A/B – LC ENGLISH 10
Length / Credit: Full Year / 1.0
Grade: 10
Prerequisite: None
Fees: N/A
Diploma Category: English 10
Notes: None
This class is designed for students receiving Special Education services and will be targeted at individual learning goals. Reading and writing development is practiced daily, per student need and grade level, and align with the Common Core State Standards.
Juniors
JUNIORS
TO REQUEST AN EXCEPTION TO A GRADE LEVEL OR PREREQUISITE REQUIREMENT, PLEASE COMPLETE AND SUBMIT THIS REQUEST AN EXCEPTION FORM.
ENG300A/B - ENGLISH 11
Length / Credit: Full Year / 1.0
Grade: 11
Prerequisite: None
Fees: N/A
Diploma Category: English 11
Notes: None
Students will strengthen and refine the analytical thinking, reading, writing and communication skills learned in previous grades. They will engage in critical, close reading of nonfiction, short fiction, argumentative essays, and a variety of literature within the context of American history. Students will incorporate an analytical perspective as they employ the application of literary devices, literary techniques, and ideas conveyed in the readings.
Writing is extensive and includes a variety of assignments focused on literary analysis, persuasive writing, personal narrative, comparison, inductive and deductive analysis, and creative writing. Students will evaluate personal bias, compare/contract information, and develop a more in-depth thesis within their writing assignments.
Texts will include representation of different cultures and perspectives as students broaden their understanding of relevant topics reflective of world communities.
ENG475A/B - AP ENGLISH LANGUAGE
Length / Credit: Full Year / 1.0
Grade: 11, 12
Prerequisite: None
Fees: Optional for students choosing to take the AP exam in the Spring. Financial aid available, please see your counselor.
Diploma Category: English 11 or English 12
Notes: Students may take the corresponding AP exam in the spring for potential college credit. See your counselor or teacher for more information.
AP English Language and Composition is an introductory college-level composition course that culminates with the AP English Language and Composition exam in the spring. Students cultivate their understanding of writing and rhetorical arguments through reading, analyzing, and writing texts as they explore topics like rhetorical situations, claims and evidence, reasoning and organization, and style.
The AP English Language and Composition course focuses on the development and revision of evidence-based analytic and argumentative writing, the rhetorical analysis of nonfiction texts, and the decisions writers make as they compose and revise. Students evaluate, synthesize, and cite research to support their arguments. Additionally, they read and analyze rhetorical elements and their effects in nonfiction texts—including images as forms of text—from a range of disciplines and historical periods.
There are no prerequisite courses for AP English Language and Composition. Students should be able to read and comprehend college-level texts and write grammatically correct, complete sentences.
ELL300A/B – ELL ENGLISH 11
Length / Credit: Full Year / 1.0
Grade: 11
Prerequisite: None
Fees: N/A
Diploma Category: English 11
Notes: None
This class is designed to help develop the English language in an academic setting through a focus on reading, writing, speaking, and listening. Students will master the necessary language skills through various forms of listening and speaking: direct instruction, peer-to-peer exercises, teacher-student collaboration, and presentations. Reading and writing development is practiced daily, per student need and grade level, and aligns with both the Common Core State Standards and ELPS Standards. The expectation is that students can use texts like Writing Analytically to help develop analysis methods for novels and articles used to supplement this skill building. In the end, this course aims to provide an environment that supports and fosters student language growth based on individual English language needs.
SPL300A/B – LC ENGLISH 11
Length / Credit: Full Year / 1.0
Grade: 11
Prerequisite: None
Fees: N/A
Diploma Category: English 11
Notes: None
This class is designed for students receiving Special Education services and will be targeted at individual learning goals. Reading and writing development is practiced daily, per student need and grade level, and align with the Common Core State Standards.
Seniors
SENIORS
TO REQUEST AN EXCEPTION TO A GRADE LEVEL OR PREREQUISITE REQUIREMENT, PLEASE COMPLETE AND SUBMIT THIS REQUEST AN EXCEPTION FORM.
All of our senior offerings meet the requirements for college entrance and rigorously prepare students for college, career, and beyond.
ENG450A/B - ENGLISH 12: FOCUS ON FICTION
Length / Credit: Full Year / 1.0
Grade: 12
Prerequisite: None
Fees: N/A
Diploma Category: English 12
Notes: None
Designed to prepare students for the rigor and pace of college study, this course requires students to consistently demonstrate a commitment to and a competence in language arts study. Students will read challenging texts from world literature, write analytical essays, and read secondary critical sources. Throughout the course of the year, students will explore works of fiction, including full-length novels and plays as well as thematically related non-fiction, examining several different perspectives on a given subject, appreciating the wide range of opinions on that subject, and advancing their own ideas within the framework of current debates on the topic. Students will continue their study of Writing Analytically with a focus on Critical Lens Essays and Academic Conversations.
ENG451A/B - ENGLISH 12: FOCUS ON THE CLASSICS
Grade: 12
Prerequisite: None
Fees: N/A
Diploma Category: English 12
Notes: Commitment to attend evening and weekend performances
Designed to prepare students for the rigor and pace of college study, this course requires students to read selections from the classics of world literature and place them in the social, cultural, and historical contexts in which they were created, culminating in our attendance at evening and weekend performances to see live examples of what we study. Researching and writing critical analysis essays about these selections, their contexts, and the performances will be a major component of this class. Students will continue their study of Writing Analytically with a focus on the rhetorical analysis of various art forms, including visual art, music, architecture, and stage performances that were prolific in these contexts.
ENG452A/B - ENGLISH 12: FOCUS ON CULTURE
Length / Credit: Full Year / 1.0
Grade: 12
Prerequisite: None
Fees: N/A
Diploma Category: English 12
Notes: None
Designed to prepare students for the rigor and pace of college study, this course requires students to consistently demonstrate a commitment to rhetoric and the study of contemporary issues. Students will also study the personal arenas that shape them, including culture, gender, race, and socioeconomic status. Students will read a core collection of well- known essays, current articles, and short fiction and engage with video, radio segments, and photos on a wide range of topics. Improvement of close analysis, reading, presentation skills, and writing will be stressed. Students will continue their study of Writing Analytically with a focus on Critical Lens Essays and Academic Conversations.
ENG453A/B - ENGLISH 12: FOCUS ON VOICE
Length / Credit: Full Year / 1.0
Grade: 12
Prerequisite: None
Fees: N/A
Diploma Category: English 12
Notes: None
Designed to prepare students for the rigor and pace of college study, this course will have students further their knowledge of rhetoric, logic, research, and delivery through the arts of debate and creative writing. Poetry, short stories, plays, novels and speeches will be analyzed for their intent and effectiveness. The study of these texts will be used to influence writing in various genres. Routine collaboration and peer feedback workshops will be an expectation. Culminating projects will be both analytical and creative in nature. Students will continue their study of Writing Analytically with an emphasis on rhetorical awareness of audience.
ENG456A/B - ENGLISH 12: MEDIA ANALYSIS
Length / Credit: Full Year / 1.0
Grade: 12
Prerequisite: None
Fees: N/A
Diploma Category: English 12
Notes: None
This year-long course is an in-depth study of film as a medium of communication, entertainment, and artistic expression. The course is designed to equip students with a greater understanding of how to read film as text as well as to develop richness, clarity, and complexity in their writing. While the course will include elements of film theory and history, the primary focus of the class is analytical in nature. With that, students will study a variety of critical and literary theories and compose essays that serve as applications of these theories to film. This combination of the close reading of film, film theory, and literary criticism will provide a solid foundation for meaningful interpretation in the high school and beyond.
ENG480A/B - AP ENGLISH LITERATURE AND COMPOSITION
Length / Credit: Full Year / 1.0
Grade: 11, 12
Prerequisite: None
Fees: Optional for students choosing to take the AP exam in the Spring. Financial aid available, please see your counselor.
Diploma Category: English 11 or English 12
Notes: Students may take the corresponding AP exam in the spring for potential college credit. See your counselor or teacher for more information.
Advanced Placement Literature and Composition is a year-long, college-level course that culminates with the AP Literature and Composition exam in the spring. Students will participate in reading, analyzing, and writing about imaginative literature (fiction, poetry, drama) from various periods. Students will engage in close reading and critical analysis of imaginative literature to deepen their understanding of the ways writers use language to provide both meaning and pleasure. As they read, students consider a work’s structure, style, and themes, as well as its use of figurative language, imagery, and symbolism. Writing assignments include expository, analytical, and argumentative essays that require students to analyze and interpret literary works.
There are no prerequisite courses for AP English Literature and Composition. Students should be able to read and comprehend college-level texts and write grammatically correct, complete sentences.
ELL400A/B – ELL ENGLISH 12
Length / Credit: Full Year / 1.0
Grade: 12
Prerequisite: None
Fees: N/A
Diploma Category: English 12
Notes: None
This class is designed to help develop the English language in an academic setting through a focus on reading, writing, speaking, and listening. Students will master the necessary language skills through various forms of listening and speaking: direct instruction, peer-to-peer exercises, teacher-student collaboration, and presentations. Reading and writing development is practiced daily, per student need and grade level, and aligns with both the Common Core State Standards and ELPS Standards. The expectation is that students can use texts like Writing Analytically to help develop analysis methods for novels and articles used to supplement this skill building. In the end, this course aims to provide an environment that supports and fosters student language growth based on individual English language needs.
SPL450A/B – LC ENGLISH 12
Length / Credit: Full Year / 1.0
Grade: 12
Prerequisite: None
Fees: N/A
Diploma Category: English 12
Notes: None
This class is designed for students receiving Special Education services and will be targeted at individual learning goals. Reading and writing development is practiced daily, per student need and grade level, and align with the Common Core State Standards.
Health - Fitness
HEALTH – FITNESS
HEA410 - HEALTH
Length/Credit: One Semester/.5 Credit
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 (recommended for 9th & 10th)
Diploma Category: Health
Total well-being—mentally, physically, and socially is what health is about. This course has been developed to help gain knowledge and learn behaviors that are essential to increase one’s quality of life now as well as invest in future wellness. Topics include; mental and emotional health, nutrition, fitness, human sexuality, disease prevention, drug use, abuse and addiction, and first aid and CPR. The goal is to help students understand the choices they make every day and the consequences of those choices.
PLF200 - LIFE FITNESS (WALKING)
Length/Credit: Semester/.5 Credit
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Diploma Category: Life Fitness and PE 9-12
The goal of this course is to improve personal fitness through a variety of walking, light jogging, body weight exercises, core strengthening, and stretching. Campus walks, neighborhood walks, power walking, orienteering ,and various movement games will be included.
PLF235 - LIFE FITNESS (WEIGHT TRAINING)
Length/Credit: One Semester/.5 Credit
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Diploma Category: Life Fitness and PE 9-12
Students will acquire knowledge so that they can make informed decisions on a lifetime fitness program and the importance of maintaining a level of fitness. This course includes cardiovascular training, lectures/portfolios, resistance training, and weight training. This class includes activities designed to increase muscular strength/endurance, cardiovascular endurance, and flexibility. Activities will include jogging, body weight exercises, core strengthening, and stretching.
PLF240 - LIFE FITNESS (YOGA)
Length/Credit: One Semester/.5 Credit
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Diploma Category: Life Fitness and PE 9-12
Students will acquire knowledge so that they can make informed decisions on a lifetime fitness program and the importance of maintaining a level of fitness. Participation in Yoga is about creating balance in the body through developing both flexibility and strength. Yoga can lead to better overall physiological functioning throughout the body. The practice of Yoga can help a student become more mentally and emotionally centered. Students will increase their flexibility and strength and also gain a better understanding of the importance of fitness and having balance in their lives. This class includes activities designed to increase muscular strength/endurance, cardiovascular endurance, and flexibility. Activities will include jogging, body weight exercises, core strengthening, and stretching.
PDA202A/B - DANCE
Length/Credit: Full Year / 1.0
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Diploma Category: PE 9-12 and Life Fitness
Dance is a yearlong class that will count for count for 1.0 Physical Education. This class begins with an overview of human anatomy as it relates to dance movement, along with various injury-prevention techniques and standard dance terms. Nutrition and fluid intake will also be presented. A large portion of the introductory classes are devoted to stretching and conditioning, emphasizing proper placement and technique. As the class progresses and the students become more familiar with the basic stretches, isolation, and walks, more focus and time can be shifted to combination's. Students will learn routines from different styles that will be performed for an audience on multiple occasions. Student projects will include a critical book review, one dance critique, and one performance with summation. Participation is mandatory.
PPE225 - CHOICE PE
Length/Credit: One Semester/.5 Credit
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Diploma Category: PE 9-12 and Life Fitness
Students will choose from two different physical education units every three weeks, for a total of six different units through the semester. Content: Emphasis is on rules, strategies, skills, and sportsmanship in competitive situations. Students pick their preferred activities from the following options: archery, golf, team sports (volleyball, basketball, ultimate Frisbee), indoor racquet sports (pickleball, badminton, ping pong), international sports (soccer, Gaelic football, rugby), dance, tennis, introduction to yoga, introduction to Cross Fitness, lawn/leisure games. Unit options depend upon student choice and are subject to change. Students will also participate in various cardiovascular activities, muscular strength, muscular endurance and flexibility as well. Strategies: This is a choice-based program that is co-taught. Students generally get a choice between a team sport and more of an individual or lifelong activity. There is something for everyone in this class.
PRS200 - RACKET SPORTS
Length/Credit: One Semester/.5 Credit
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Diploma Category: PE 9-12
This class is an introduction to racket sports with an emphasis on basic skills, rules, and strategies. Badminton, pickle ball, ping pong as well as a few other racket/net games will be taught. Students will be involved in designing and playing various tournaments. This class will also include activities designed to increase muscular strength/endurance, cardiovascular endurance, and flexibility. Activities will include jogging, body weight exercises, core strengthening, and stretching.
PTS100 - TEAM SPORTS
Length/Credit: One Semester/.5 Credit
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Diploma Category: PE 9-12
This class will offer students the opportunity to participate and improve their skills in a wide variety of team sports. Such activities may include basketball, flag football, floor hockey, soccer, softball, speedball, team handball, ultimate Frisbee, and volleyball. Curriculum will vary depending on the time of year and availability of facilities. This class will also include activities designed to increase muscular strength/endurance, cardiovascular endurance, and flexibility. Activities will include jogging, body weight exercises, core strengthening, and stretching.
VMA211 - SPORTS MEDICINE
Length/Credit: One Semester/.5 Credit
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Diploma Category: Career & Technical Education
Students in this course develop and apply skills connected to different careers within the field of sports medicine and athletic training. The course is structured with both classroom and applied learning/internship components working under the supervision of the certified athletic trainer with high school sports teams. The standards for this course are based upon the National Athletic Trainers' Association six domains of responsibility/education, and the Career and Technical Education Therapeutic and Sports Medicine competencies strands.
Mathematics
MATHEMATICS
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Mathematics is a field that is growing at a rapid rate, spreading into new fields, creating new applications, and becoming increasingly crucial to each of our lives. To be prepared to understand and use mathematics, all students are encouraged to learn as much mathematics as possible. Students are required to take three years of high school math while in high school for graduation, and most universities recommend four years of mathematics.
MAL100A/B - ALGEBRA I
Length / Credit: Full Year / 1.0
Grade: 9, 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: None
Fees: None
Diploma Category: Algebra I
Notes: High School level math courses require students to use a graphing calculator such as TI-83/TI-84. It is recommended that students purchase their own personal calculator, however the school will provide a calculator as needed.
This course expands on the students’ understanding of using arithmetic operations and properties to include the symbolic language of algebra. Students will formalize their understanding of functions with a focus on linear functions, quadratic functions, and exponential functions. Other topics that will be studied are writing equations to model linear equations, solving systems of linear equations and inequalities, solving quadratic equations with real roots, exponent laws and properties, and data analysis. Students will continue to develop problem solving, reasoning and proof, communication, and mathematical modeling skills aligned to the Standards for Mathematical Practice.
MGE100A/B - GEOMETRY
Length / Credit: Year Long / 1.0
Grade: 9, 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Algebra I or Concurrent Enrollment in Algebra I
Fees: None
Diploma Category: Geometry
Notes: High School level math courses require students to use a graphing calculator such as TI-83/TI-84. It is recommended that students purchase their own personal calculator, however the school will provide a calculator as needed.
Students will build upon algebraic skills from Algebra 1 by applying them to new geometric concepts. Students will formalize their reasoning skills to write proofs built on definitions, axioms, and theorems. Students will study symbolic logic, parallel and perpendicular lines, triangle properties, quadrilateral properties, and properties of other polygons and circles. Other topics that will be studied are similar and congruent figures, right triangle trigonometry, coordinate geometry, geometric transformations, area, surface area and volume of three-dimensional figures.
MAL140A/B - ALGEBRA II
Length / Credit: Full Year / 1.0
Grade: 9, 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Algebra I and Geometry
Fees: None
Diploma Category: 3rd Credit of Math
Notes: High School level math courses require students to use a graphing calculator such as TI-83/TI-84. It is recommended that students purchase their own personal calculator, however the school will provide a calculator as needed.
Students will review, and expand, their understanding of number systems (complex numbers will be introduced) and will grow more proficient in their use of algebraic techniques. This course focuses on the study of functions: linear, quadratic, exponential, logarithmic, square root, cubic, and those involving inverse variation. Other topics that may be studied are combinations and permutations, probability, binomial theorem, measures of variability, and geometric and arithmetic sequences and series. This course meets the third year math requirement for high school graduation and college admission requirements.
MAL180A/B - ALGEBRA II/TRIGONOMETRY
Length / Credit: Full Year / 1.0
Grade: 9, 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Algebra I and Geometry
Fees: None
Diploma Category: 3rd Credit of Math
Notes: High School level math courses require students to use a graphing calculator such as TI-83/TI-84. It is recommended that students purchase their own personal calculator, however the school will provide a calculator as needed.
The breadth and depth are greater than that of the Algebra 2 course.
Students will expand their understanding of number systems to include complex numbers and will grow more proficient in their use of algebraic techniques. This course focuses on the study of functions: linear, absolute value, piecewise, quadratic, exponential, logarithmic, square and cube root, cubic, and those involving inverse variation and rational functions. Students will study periodic and trigonometric functions. This course meets the third-year math requirement for high school graduation and college admission requirements. This course will prepare students for Precalculus and Calculus.
MPC100A/B - PRE-CALCULUS
Length / Credit: Full Year / 1.0
Grade: 9, 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Algebra II or Algebra II/Trigonometry
Fees: None
Diploma Category: 3rd Credit of Math or Algebra I
Notes: High School level math courses require students to use a graphing calculator such as TI-83/TI-84. It is recommended that students purchase their own personal calculator, however the school will provide a calculator as needed.
Students will continue to review, build and expand upon their understanding of functions and graphs. This course prepares students to advance their levels of analysis to include asymptotic behavior, domain restrictions, degree and factorization and it incorporates more advanced forms of mathematical symbology like interval notation. Trigonometry, quadratic, exponential, logarithmic, polynomial, rational, radical, power, and trigonometric functions is a major focus of this course.
MPC250A/B - AP PREP PRE-CALCULUS
Length / Credit: Full Year / 1.0
Grade: 9, 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Algebra II or Algebra II/Trigonometry
Fees: None
Diploma Category: 3rd Credit of Math, Geometry, or Algebra I
Notes: High School level math courses require students to use a graphing calculator such as TI-83/TI-84. It is recommended that students purchase their own personal calculator, however the school will provide a calculator as needed.
The breadth and depth of this course are greater than that of Precalculus.
This course covers the Precalculus content with greater breadth and depth at a college level of rigor. Students will continue to build and expand upon their understanding of functions and equations to include quadratic, exponential, logarithmic, polynomial, rational, radical, power, and trigonometric functions. The purpose of this course is to prepare students for Calculus the following year.
MCA110A/B - AP CALCULUS AB
Length / Credit: Full Year / 1.0
Grade: 9, 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Precalculus or AP Prep Precalculus
Fees: Optional for students choosing to take the AP exam in the Spring. Financial aid available, please see your counselor.
Diploma Category: 3rd Credit of Math, Geometry, or Algebra I
Notes: High School level math courses require students to use a graphing calculator such as TI-83/TI-84. It is recommended that students purchase their own personal calculator, however the school will provide a calculator as needed.
The first semester of the course is equivalent to Math 151 (Differential Calculus). Both programs include a conceptual development, a formal development, and applications of basic differential and integral calculus. Emphasis is on process, problem solving, and clear communication of ideas and techniques. Students will have the option of taking the AP ‘AB’ Exam in the spring.
MCA111A/B - AP CALCULUS BC
Length / Credit: Full Year / 1.0
Grade: 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: AP Calculus AB
Fees: Optional for students choosing to take the AP exam in the Spring. Financial aid available, please see your counselor.
Diploma Category: 3rd Credit of Math, Geometry, or Algebra I
Notes: High School level math courses require students to use a graphing calculator such as TI-83/TI-84. It is recommended that students purchase their own personal calculator, however the school will provide a calculator as needed. Students may take the corresponding AP exam in the spring for potential college credit. See your counselor or teacher for more information.
AP Calculus II is a course designed for students who have successfully completed Calculus I. The first semester of this course is equivalent to Math 152 (Integral Calculus). The curriculum builds on Calculus I and extends to cover a second quarter and part of a third quarter of college calculus. Topics of study may include advanced integration techniques and applications, functions of several variables, parametric and polar functions, sequences and series, and vectors in R2 and R3.
MCA130A/B - AP STATISTICS
Length / Credit: Full Year / 1.0
Grade: 9, 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Algebra II or Algebra II/Trigonometry
Fees: Optional for students choosing to take the AP exam in the Spring. Financial aid available, please see your counselor.
Diploma Category: 3rd Credit of Math, Geometry, or Algebra I
Notes: High School level math courses require students to use a graphing calculator such as TI-83/TI-84. It is recommended that students purchase their own personal calculator, however the school will provide a calculator as needed. Students may take the corresponding AP exam in the spring for potential college credit. See your counselor or teacher for more information.
This course is designed to offer a continued study of quantitative thinking in the areas of statistics and probability. Throughout this course students will be introduced to the major concepts and tools for collecting and analyzing data as it relates to four conceptual themes: exploring data, sampling and experimentation, anticipating patterns, and statistical inference. This course reflects the content of a typical introductory college level statistics course. This course may be taken concurrently with another mathematics course offering.
CHS160 - INTRODUCTION TO LINEAR ALGEBRA (MATH 208)
Length / Credit: Semester / .5
Grade: 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: AP Calculus BC (AP Calculus BC class must cover the required multivariable calculus concepts required for Linear Algebra.)
Fees: Students who choose to take this course for college credit must pay the college fee. Financial aid available, please see your counselor.
Diploma Category: 3rd Credit of Math, Geometry, or Algebra I
Notes: High School level math courses require students to use a graphing calculator such as TI-83/TI-84. It is recommended that students purchase their own personal calculator, however the school will provide a calculator as needed. College credits may be earned under the conditions of the College in the High School Program. See your counselor for information specific to your school.
Introduces the vocabulary, algebra, and geometry of vector spaces in ‘R’ and function spaces. Students use matrix methods and vectors to explore systems of linear equations and transformations. Fulfills the quantitative or symbolic reasoning course requirement.
MAD300 - ADVANCE MATH TOPICS
Length / Credit: Semester / .5
Grade: 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: AP Calculus BC (AP Calculus BC class must cover the required multivariable calculus concepts required for Linear Algebra.)
Diploma Category: 3rd Credit of Math, Algebra I, or Algebra II
Notes: High School level math courses require students to use a graphing calculator such as TI-83/TI-84. It is recommended that students purchase their own personal calculator, however the school will provide a calculator as needed. College credits may be earned under the conditions of the College in the High School Program. See your counselor for information specific to your school.
Advanced Math Topics (AMT) is a course designed for students who have completed (MATH&254) Calculus IV. Students in AMT will self-select a survey of introductory course modules ranging from the following topics: Intermediate Multivariable Calculus, Linear Algebra, Differential Equations, Discrete Mathematics, Abstract Algebra, and Group Theory, maybe some Advanced Euclidian Geometry if time permits.
Science
SCIENCE
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Science promotes curiosity and a sense of wonder, encourages lifelong exploration, and provides a foundation for understanding the natural world. Science courses promote hands-on learning in an environment that fosters scientific inquiry. Through scientific investigation, students expand their knowledge to better understand and explain the phenomena they observe in the world around them.
SCB100A/B - BIOLOGY
Length / Credit: Full Year / 1.0
Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite: None
Fees: None
Diploma Category: Lab Science or 3rd Credit of Science
Notes:
Biology is the study of the living world and our relationship to it. This course is aligned to the NGSS (WSSLS) high school performance expectations for life science and also integrates sustainability principles. As a result, the major disciplinary themes are: metabolism, behavior, genetics, evolution, ecology and sustainability. Students will engage in both science and engineering practices as they explore the themes and relate them to the cross-cutting concepts of science.
Biology concepts are frequently built upon real-world, anchoring phenomena or problems with inquiry-based questions. Students explore answers to science-based questions through collaborative lab work, simulations and practice activities, lectures and online resources.
SCB181A/B – PRE AP BIO/CHEMISTRY
Length / Credit: Full Year / 1.0
Grade: 9
Prerequisite: Algebra II or concurrent enrollment in Algebra II
Fees: None
Diploma Category: Lab Science or 3rd Credit of Science
Notes:
This course is designed to give students interested in science and intending to take AP Biology and/or AP Chemistry the strong foundation in content and scientific practices necessary to succeed without taking two years of coursework to do so. The curriculum is aligned to the NGSS high school performance expectations for biology and chemistry and emphasizes experimental methodologies. Students will participate in developing scientific questions, plan and implement scientific investigations, analyze data, and formulate scientific explanations in this demanding and engaging course.
SCB180A/B - AP BIOLOGY
Length / Credit: Full Year / 1.0
Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite: Chemistry or Concurrent Enrollment in Chemistry
Fees: Optional for students choosing to take the AP exam in the Spring. Financial aid available, please see your counselor.
Diploma Category: Lab Science or 3rd Credit of Science
Notes: Students may take the corresponding AP exam in the spring for potential college credit. See your counselor or teacher for more information.
Advanced Placement (AP) Biology is a year-long college level course designed to prepare students to do well on the AP Biology exam in the spring. Students cultivate their understanding of biology through inquiry-based investigations and hands-on science laboratory work as they explore topics like evolution, energetics, information storage and transfer, and system interactions.
Students will be able to describe how to collect data, use data to form conclusions, and apply their conclusions to larger biological concepts. Students will report recorded data and quantitative conclusions drawn from the data with appropriate precision. Students will also develop an understanding of how changes in the design of the experiments will impact the validity and accuracy of their results.
This course meets college entrance requirements for an algebra-based science.
SCB315A/B – BIOTECHNOLOGY
Length / Credit: Full Year / 1.0
Grade: 9-12
Prerequisites: None
Fees: None
Diploma Category: Career & Technical Education, Lab Science, or 3rd Credit of Science
Notes:
Biotechnology is a CTE course designed to teach and reinforce concepts fundamental to biology with a focus on current biotechnological research and modern laboratory technology. It is an exciting, but challenging course best suited for students who are seriously interested in pursuing careers in the medical or biotechnology fieldsStudents will learn how to use biotechnology equipment as they explore topics like: cancer, genetically modified organisms, world hunger, genetic engineering, bioethics, diseases and wildlife conservation. Students will also be exposed to career opportunities in the biotechnology and biomedical fields throughout the year. Students who take this course without having taken biology first should already have very strong study habits and be able to work independently. This course counts as both a science and CTE credit and will provide students who are in HOSA (Health Occupations Students of America) opportunities for extra event practice and help.
SCB316A/B - ADVANCED BIOTECHNOLOGY
Length / Credit: Full Year / 1.0
Grade: 10-12
Prerequisites: Biology or Biotechnology. Biotechnology is strongly recommended.
Fees: Students who choose to take this course for college credit must pay the college fee. Financial aid available, please see your counselor.
Diploma Category: Career & Technical Education, Lab Science, or 3rd Credit of Science
Notes: College credits may be earned under the conditions of the College in the High School Program. See your counselor for information specific to your school.
This course is a continuation of biotechnology, thus successful completion of biotechnology is a requirement for this class. The main focus of this course will be to continue to learn more biotechnology skills and apply those to independent and group research projects. In addition, students will work with mentors from the professional community to complete a culminating project that will be showcased at the annual BioExpo competition hosted by Shoreline Community College. A field trip to explore the University of Washington Medical Center (depending on space availability) and/or local Biotech laboratories will also take place during the year. Opportunities for event preparation for HOSA will also be available in this course.
SCC100A/B - CHEMISTRY
Length / Credit: Full Year / 1.0
Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite: Algebra II or Algebra II/Trig or concurrent enrollment in Algebra II or Algebra II/Trig
Fees: None
Diploma Category: Lab Science or 3rd Credit of Science
Notes:
Chemistry is the study of matter and the chemical reactions between substances. This course is aligned to the NGSS (WSSLS) high school performance expectations for physical science that also integrates climate change. The major content of the course will center on the nature of matter and the changes it undergoes at the atomic level. Students will engage in both science and engineering practices as they learn about the content and relate them to the cross- cutting concepts of science.
Chemistry concepts are frequently built upon real-world, anchoring phenomena or problems with inquiry-based questions. Students explore answers to science-based questions through collaborative lab work, simulations and practice activities, lectures, and online resources.
SCC160A/B - AP CHEMISTRY
Length / Credit: Full Year / 1.0
Grade: 10-12
Prerequisite: Chemistry
Fees: Optional for students choosing to take the AP exam in the Spring. Financial aid available, please see your counselor.
Diploma Category: Lab Science or 3rd Credit of Science
Notes: Students may take the corresponding AP exam in the spring for potential college credit. See your counselor or teacher for more information.
Advance Placement (AP) Chemistry is a year-long, introductory college-level course designed to prepare students for the AP Chemistry exam in the spring. Students will delve more deeply into the concepts covered in first-year chemistry. Students will cultivate their understanding of chemistry through inquiry- based investigations, as they explore content such as: atomic structure, intermolecular forces and bonding, chemical reactions, kinetics, thermodynamics, and equilibrium.
This class will encompass the same materials as covered in Chemistry 140-160 at the University of Washington (and most other college General Chemistry courses). The class will pick up where Chemistry left off, moving quickly into the application of equilibrium concepts to gaseous, ionic and acid-base systems.
SCP100A/B - PHYSICS
Length / Credit: Full Year / 1.0
Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite: Algebra I
Fees: None
Diploma Category: Lab Science or 3rd Credit of Science
Notes:
This course is aligned to the NGSS (WSSLS) high school performance expectations for physical science. The major content of the course will center on exploring charge, magnetism, energy, force, gravitation, and waves. Students will engage in both science and engineering practices as they learn about the content and relate them to the cross-cutting concepts of science.
Physics concepts are frequently built upon real-world, anchoring phenomena or problems with inquiry-based questions. Students explore answers to science-based questions through collaborative learning, simulations and practice activities, lectures, and online resources.
SCP181A/B - AP PHYSICS 1
Length / Credit: Full Year / 1.0
Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite: Algebra II or Algebra II/Trig or Concurrent Enrollment in Algebra II or Algebra II/Trig
Fees: Optional for students choosing to take the AP exam in the Spring. Financial aid available, please see your counselor.
Diploma Category: Lab Science or 3rd Credit of Science
Notes: Students may take the corresponding AP exam in the spring for potential college credit. See your counselor or teacher for more information.
Advanced Placement (AP) Physics 1 is the equivalent to a first-semester college course in algebra-based physics. This course is designed to prepare students for the AP Physics I exam in the spring.
AP Physics 1 is an algebra-based, introductory college-level physics course. Students cultivate their understanding of physics through inquiry-based investigations as they explore these topics: kinematics, dynamics, circular motion and gravitation, energy, momentum, simple harmonic motion, torque and rotational motion. Students will engage in hands-on science labs and keep a lab notebook throughout the course.
SCP182A/B - AP PHYSICS 2
Length / Credit: Full Year / 1.0
Grade: 10-12
Prerequisite: AP Physics I or Physics
Fees: Optional for students choosing to take the AP exam in the Spring. Financial aid available, please see your counselor.
Diploma Category: Lab Science, 3rd Credit of Science, or 3rd Credit of Math
Notes: Students may take the corresponding AP exam in the spring for potential college credit. See your counselor or teacher for more information.
Advanced Placement (AP) Physics 2 is the equivalent to a second-semester college course in algebra-based physics. This course prepares students for the AP Physics 2 exam for the spring.
Students cultivate their understanding of physics through inquiry-based investigations as they explore these topics: fluids; thermodynamics; electrical force, field, and potential; electric circuits; magnetism and electromagnetic induction; geometric and physical optics; and quantum, atomic, and nuclear physics.
OLH703 - AP PHYSICS C: MECHANICS (PHYSICS O/L)
Length / Credit: Full Year / 1.0
Grade: 11, 12
Prerequisite: 1 year of Calculus
Fees: Optional for students choosing to take the AP exam in the Spring. Financial aid available, please see your counselor.
Diploma Category: Lab Credit or 3rd Credit of Science
Notes:
Mechanics is a calculus-based, college-level physics course. It covers kinematics; Newton’s laws of motion; work, energy, and power; systems of particles and linear momentum; circular motion and rotation; oscillations; and gravitation.
It is strongly recommended that AP Physics C: Mechanics be taught as a second-year physics course. A first-year physics course aimed at developing a thorough understanding of important physical principles and that permits students to explore concepts in the laboratory provides a richer experience in the process of science and better prepares them for the more analytical approaches taken in AP Physics C: Mechanics.
SCE200A/B - AP ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
Length / Credit: Full Year / 1.0
Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite: None
Fees: Optional for students choosing to take the AP exam in the Spring. Financial aid available, please see your counselor.
Diploma Category: Lab Credit or 3rd Credit of Science
Recommended: Successful completion of Algebra I and one year of science.
Notes: Students may take the corresponding AP exam in the spring for potential college credit. See your counselor or teacher for more information.
This class will provide students with the opportunity to explore and investigate the interrelationships of the natural world and analyze environmental problems, both natural and human-made. You’ll take part in laboratory investigations and field work. Explore a view of planet Earth as one system (with geologic features, atmosphere and climate) and the importance of biodiversity within those ecosystems. Examine how populations change over time, and the factors that affect population growth. Learn how humans use and consume natural resources (including renewable and nonrenewable sources of energy), and the ways in which we disrupt ecosystems, both positively and negatively. You’ll come to understand the global impact of local and regional human activities and evaluate and propose solutions.
VFS201 - INTRO TO FORENSICS
Length / Credit: Semester / .5
Grades: 10, 11, 12
Diploma Category: Career and Technical Education, 3rd Credit of Science, or Lab Science
Prerequisite: None
Notes:
Intro Forensics introduces students to the basics of how crimes are solved using science. It is a real world application based class that gives students hands on learning experiences in solving crimes. Students will learn concepts related to blood spatter, DNA fingerprinting, fingerprints, handwriting analysis, and human remains.
VFS202 - ADVANCED FORENSICS
Length / Credit: Semester / .5
Grades: 10, 11, 12
Diploma Category: Career and Technical Education, 3rd Credit of Science, or Lab Science
Prerequisite: None
Recommended: Intro to Forensics
Notes:
Advanced Forensics is a course designed to be taken after forensics. Students will build upon what they have learned in forensics and explore more advanced concepts within the field. Students will learn how to collect and analysis glass, soil, hair, fiber, and impression evidence as well as learn about the law and psychology behind crimes.
SCM100A/B - MARINE BIOLOGY
Length / Credit: Full Year / 1.0
Grades: 10, 11, 12
Diploma Category: Lab Science or 3rd Credit of Science
Prerequisite: None
Notes:
This course explores marine biodiversity and how organisms have adapted to the physical and chemical processes of the oceans and each other. Current environmental and political issues that affect the health of the world’s oceans and Puget Sound are also examined.
Content: Units include the composition of seawater, tides, currents and the types of marine habitats, oceanography, and human impacts. It also includes the classification, natural history, identification, and special adaptations of marine organisms. Students will practice observation skills, listening and reading comprehension, dissection, chart interpretation, data analysis, classification, and identification of specimens. Good attendance is required for lecture notes and laboratory work. Homework will include reading and summarizing articles, solving problems, completing class work, and Internet research. Students will learn to identify local species and tropical species at the Seattle Aquarium.
SCZ100 - ZOOLOGY
Length / Credit: Semester / .5
Grades: 10, 11, 12
Diploma Category: Biology, Lab Science or 3rd Credit of Science
Prerequisite: None
Fees: None
Notes:
This course explores the natural history of animals, concentrating on behavioral, ecological, and physiological adaptations of the major groups of animals, with special attention to Pacific Northwest species. Content will include the natural history of the major groups of animals, taxonomy, survey of animal phyla, adaptations, the human use of and impact on animal resources, and extinction. Students will utilize observation skills, listening and reading comprehension, dissection, data analysis, classification, and identification of specimens. Students will also complete individual and group projects.
SCA200 - INTRODUCTION TO HUMAN ANATOMY
Length / Credit: Semester / .5
Grade: 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: None
Fees: None
Diploma Category: Career & Technical Education, Lab Credit or 3rd Credit of Science
Notes:
This course is designed for students who are interested in careers working with and around the human body; such as medicine, cosmetology, healthcare support occupations, physical therapy, dentistry, chiropractic, fitness training, nursing, occupational therapy, massage therapy and sports medicine among others. The structure and function of the human body is the focus of study. Extensive labs and activities support concepts learned.
SCH300 - ADVANCED HUMAN ANATOMY
Length / Credit: Semester / .5
Grade: 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Introduction to Human Anatomy
Fees: None
Diploma Category: Career & Technical Education, Lab Credit or 3rd Credit of Science
Notes:
Advanced Human Anatomy is a semester class in which students will continue to learn about the different body systems, and how these systems work together to help an organism function and maintain homeostasis. Students will begin to connect systems together during in depth case studies and projects. Students will complete a variety of lab activities and dissections that will help them visualize and understand the structure and function of the systems. Students will also get to explore careers in the medical and health field with practical skills, research, and guest speakers.
SCI300 - SCIENCE OF THE REAL WORLD
Length / Credit: Semester / .5
Grade: 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Biology
Fees: None
Diploma Category: 3rd Credit of Science
Social Studies
SOCIAL STUDIES
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Social Studies education helps students understand the world, develop critical thinking and analytic skills, and become thoughtful and responsible citizens. Social Studies is the study of relationships among people and between people and the environment over time, and it helps students recognize the challenges and benefits of living in a diverse society. Based on appropriate investigations and reflections within social studies, students develop distinctive skills and a critical awareness of the human condition and emerging spatial patterns and the processes and events that shape them. The Social Studies curriculum builds the following capacities in young people: disciplinary knowledge; inquiry, interpersonal, and critical thinking skills; respect for the underlying values of a diverse democratic society; interest in public affairs and competencies of self-government. Each capacity contributes uniquely to a common understanding of responsible citizenship.
SSW125A/B - WORLD HISTORY
Length / Credit: Full Year / 1.0
Grade: 9, 10
Prerequisite: None
Fees: N/A
Diploma Category: World History
Notes:
Students will explore and analyze world events in this survey course spanning 1450-to the present. Major units of study include: Global expansion, the Age of Revolutions, international conflicts, the emergence and development of new nations, and the economic, technological, political, social, and geographic causes of change. These topics will be explored through the use of textbooks, primary source documents, scholarly readings, speeches, short stories, and political cartoons. The goal of the World History course is to prepare students to participate in a pluralistic, democratic society through understanding multiple perspectives, respecting various cultures, and recognizing their role in a global economy.
SSW205A/B - AP WORLD HISTORY
Length / Credit: Full Year / 1.0
Grade: 9 - 12
Prerequisite: None
Fees: Optional for students choosing to take the AP exam in the Spring. Financial aid available, please see your counselor.
Diploma Category: World History
Notes: Students may take the corresponding AP exam in the spring for potential college credit. See your counselor or teacher for more information.
This is a college level yearlong course designed to develop a greater understanding of global history; the study of human interactions and their consequences throughout history. This class begins its study in 1200 CE and ends with an investigation of present-day global relations. This is a demanding course with a significant homework requirement.
SSM401A/B – AP EUROPEAN HISTORY
Length / Credit: Full Year / 1.0
Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite: None
Fees: Optional for students choosing to take the AP exam in the Spring. Financial aid available, please see your counselor.
Diploma Category: World History
Notes: Students may take the corresponding AP exam in the spring for potential college credit. See your counselor or teacher for more information.
Study will begin with the Renaissance, focus on major events and conclude with modern times. Because of the emphasis on preparation for the AP Exam and the resulting potential college credit, work levels will be more demanding and only motivated students should take this class. AP European History is an accelerated class that prepares the student to take the AP European History test in the spring. This is a demanding course with a significant homework requirement.
SSU300A/B - US HISTORY 11
Length / Credit: Full Year / 1.0
Grade: 11
Prerequisite: None
Fees: N/A
Diploma Category: US History
Notes:
This graduation requirement focuses on the US Constitution and the relationship of historical events to the political, social and economic ideas that have shaped our country since Industrialization including Since Time Immemorial Native American curriculum from OSPI. Students will learn to assess historical sources and to evaluate historical events through lectures, readings, class discussion, multimedia resources and project learning.
APH200A/B - AP UNITED STATES HISTORY
Length / Credit: Full Year / 1.0
Grade: 11
Prerequisite: None
Fees: Optional for students choosing to take the AP exam in the Spring. Financial aid available, please see your counselor.
Diploma Category: US History
Notes: Students may take the corresponding AP exam in the spring for potential college credit. See your counselor or teacher for more information.
The AP Program in United States History is designed to provide students with analytical skills and factual knowledge necessary to deal critically with the problems and materials in United States history. This program prepares students for immediate and advanced college courses by making demands upon them equivalent to those in full-year introductory college courses. This accelerated survey course will cover topics from the Age of Discovery to the present. This is a demanding course with a significant homework requirement.
SSC445 - CIVICS
Length / Credit: Semester / 0.5
Grade: 12
Prerequisite: None
Fees: N/A
Diploma Category: Civics
Notes:
Seniors are required to take a semester of civics. This course focuses on the study of political and economic issues at the local, state, tribal, and national level. Students will examine the Constitution, focusing on the structure of the government as well as the role of the individual within a democratic society.
Topics include:
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Federal, state, tribal, and local government organization and procedures.
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Rights and responsibilities of citizens addressed in the Washington State and US Constitutions.
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Current issues addressed at each level of government.
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Electoral issues, including elections, ballot measures, initiatives, and referendums.
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The study and completion of the civics component of the federally administered naturalization. test required of persons seeking to become naturalized US citizens.
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Recognizes the certain basic values and character traits essential to individual liberty, fulfillment, and happiness as identified by the State Legislature.
SSG445 - CONTEMPORARY WORLD PROBLEMS
Length / Credit: Semester / 0.5
Grade: 12
Prerequisite: None
Fees: N/A
Diploma Category: Contemporary World Problems
Notes:
Seniors are required to take Contemporary World Problems which is a one semester course that will emphasize the study of current, cultural, economic, environmental, political, and religious issues around the world. Topics include:
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International organizations, institutions, treaties, and frameworks.
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Current issues driving global events.
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The role of the US in a larger global context.
SSG422A/B - AP US GOVERNMENT & POLITICS
Length / Credit: Full Year / 1.0
Grade: 12
Prerequisite: None
Fees: Optional for students choosing to take the AP exam in the Spring. Financial aid available, please see your counselor.
Diploma Category: .5 Civics & .5 Contemporary World Problems
Notes: Students may take the corresponding AP exam in the spring for potential college credit. See your counselor or teacher for more information.
This course provides both a study of broad, general concepts of the United States political system, as well as the analysis of specific case studies. Basic concepts include the Constitutional basis of the US Government, political ideals and behaviors, the political party system, institutions of the national government, public policy and civil rights/liberties. Emphasis is placed on critical thinking skills, essay writing and interpretation of original documents. This is a demanding course with a significant homework requirement.
CHS410A/B - INTRODUCTION TO GLOBAL STUDIES
Length / Credit: Full Year / 1.0
Grade: 12
Prerequisite: None
Fees: Students who choose to take this course for college credit must pay the college fee. Financial aid is available, please see your counselor.
Diploma Category: .5 Civics & .5 Contemporary World Problems
Notes: College credits may be earned under the conditions of the College in the High School Program. See your counselor for information specific to your school.
Global Studies is designed to expand students' understanding of the world we live in and the connection between people, place, and ideas in order to promote global citizenship. Students will develop the global competencies, skills, and understanding to make sense of the highly integrated and interdependent world we live in today. This course focuses on current events and geography, political, economic, and social/cultural analysis. Units of study include: Globalization/Trade, The Role of the State, Global Governance (United Nations, NGOs, International Law), Population & Consumption, Climate Change, Human Rights, and Public Health. In the second semester, students will complete a case study in the form of a research paper and presentation to teach others about an important, impactful global issue of their choice.
SSE200 - ETHNIC STUDIES
Length / Credit: Semester / 0.5
Grade: 9, 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: None
Fees: None
Diploma Category: Flexible Credit
Notes: None
Ethnic Studies examines cultural, economic, historical, political, and social aspects and experiences of ethnic groups, with a special emphasis on social justice through resistance, liberation, and healing. In this course, students center the cultures, histories, and experiences of historically minoritized groups as they critically analyze current issues influenced by systems of power and oppression. All students will cultivate a sense of belonging through humanizing learning experiences that affirm and validate their identities, intersectionalities, and communities, and honor that of the people around them, while also learning about the resilience and accomplishments of groups who have been silenced and excluded over time. Ethnic Studies aids students in transforming their lives by promoting healing and/by disrupting systems of oppression throughout history, by uplifting the ideals of civic action and community partnerships in solidarity with others, and by providing students with the tools to utilize their voice and agency within their communities and as global citizens.
SSA400A/B - AP ART HISTORY
Length / Credit: Full Year / 1.0
Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite: None
Fees: Optional for students choosing to take the AP exam in the Spring. Financial aid available, please see your counselor.
Diploma Category: Flexible
Notes: Students may take the corresponding AP exam in the spring for potential college credit. See your counselor or teacher for more information.
Advanced Placement Art History is a challenging and exciting course for students. The class is designed to introduce students to the understanding, appreciation, and enjoyment of works of art. The class study begins with the ancient world and continues through the current day. We will cover the development of artistic styles, major movements and figures, mediums and techniques, architecture, and make relevant historical connections.
APP100A/B - AP PSYCHOLOGY
Length / Credit: Full Year / 1.0
Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite: None
Fees: Optional for students choosing to take the AP exam in the Spring. Financial aid available, please see your counselor.
Diploma Category: Flexible & Career and Technical Education
Notes: Students may take the corresponding AP exam in the spring for potential college credit. See your counselor or teacher for more information.
The Advanced Placement Psychology course is designed to introduce students to the systematic and scientific study of human mental processes and behavior. Students are exposed to the psychological facts, principles, and phenomena associated with each of the major subfields within psychology (such as: history and approaches, research methods, biology and behavior, learning and cognition, developmental and abnormal psychology, and social psychology). Students will also learn about careers in psychology and the pathways to additional training. This course is equivalent to an introductory college course in psychology.
Special Education
Students in special education will participate in classes as determined in collaboration with their IEP team. Courses will be decided based upon a student’s need for specially designed instruction. Students are also expected to meet all graduation requirements including full credits, state assessments, and high school and beyond plan. Some students may qualify for modifications in state assessments and modified credit expectations as noted on their IEPs.
GENERAL EDUCATION CLASSES WITH ACCOMMODATIONS
Special education students can participate in general education classes with accommodations. An accommodation is an adjustment to the learning environment or in the delivery of instruction. The difference is “how” we teach. Accommodations do not change the course expectations and are provided without impacting the course code for the class.
GENERAL EDUCATION CLASSES WITH MODIFICATIONS
Special education students can participate in general education classes with modifications. A modification is a change in what is expected from a student. The difference is in “what” we teach. It is altering the content, performance criteria, or instructional level. Modifications require a change in the course code and will no longer meet the college Hec B requirements.
LEARNING CENTER (LC) CLASSES
Learning Center classes are exclusively for students in special education. Learning Center courses replace general education core content classes in Math and Language Arts. These classes have combinations of altered content knowledge, conceptual difficulty, educational goals and instructional methods different than those applied in general education classes. These classes have special education course codes.
ACADEMIC LAB CLASSES
Academic Lab classes are exclusively for students in special education. These classes are designed to allow students to receive specially designed instruction as outlined on their IEPs including reading, writing, math, social skills, behavior, and study skills/organization.
CO-TEACHING CLASSES
Some schools offer co-taught classes. While there are varying co-teaching models these classes are generally taught by both a highly qualified general education teacher as well as a special education teacher in a specific subject area such as Science, Math, Language Arts, or Social Studies. If the special education student in this class has accommodations, they will have a general education course code. If they have modifications, they will have a special education course code.
ASPIRE PROGRAM
Some schools have specially designed behavior programs for students that require support in the areas of behavior, social skills and social-emotional needs. These programs are currently located at Canyon Park, Timbercrest, Northshore, Woodinville, Bothell, and Inglemoor. Courses offered in these programs are noted with special education course codes.
MID LEVEL (ML) CLASSES*
Mid-Level classes are exclusively for students in special education. These classes are designed for students with significant academic delays and possible cognitive and adaptive skill delays. These classes are meant to replace core content classes in Math and Language Arts. Students access alternative curriculums and smaller classes in order to gain knowledge and skills in these areas.
*Note on Science and Social Studies: Special education students need to participate in Science and Social Studies courses taught by Highly Qualified teachers and access the general education curriculum (can be modified). The only exceptions are students with intellectual impairments that will have IEP determined diploma requirements.
FUNCTIONAL SKILLS AND ACADEMICS (FSA) CLASSES
FSA classes are exclusively for students in special education. These classes are designed for students with intellectual impairments and delays in adaptive skills. These course focus on functional academics and life skills. Students access alternative curriculums and smaller classes in order to develop functional skills and independence.
The Arts
THE ARTS
Through taking fine arts classes at Woodinville High School, students will develop visual or performance art skills and techniques. Within all the art classes, students’ creativity will be enriched through exploring different topics and media within a collaborative classroom setting. We have a wide range of visual and performance art classes from which to choose.
The Arts Courses
Performing Arts
PERFORMING ARTS
MUS350A/B - AP MUSIC THEORY
Length/Credit: Full Year/1 Credit
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Fees: Optional for students choosing to take the AP exam in the Spring. Financial aid available, please see your counselor.
Diploma Category: The Arts, Flexible Credit
Other Info: Students are encouraged to take the AP Music Theory test in the spring for potential college credit.
The AP Music Theory class will be offered to all students who wish to further their understanding of reading music, as well as listening to music. This class focuses on music literacy, and goes in-depth on how the formulation of written music progressed throughout history. If you appreciate wonderful music, wish to become a better musician, or want to sign up for an AP class that involves listening to music, then this is the class for you. We will practice analyzing sheet music, reading musical notation, listening and responding to music, and even compose original music.
MUV120A/B - CONCERT VOICES
Length/Credit: Full Year/1 Credit
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Diploma Category: The Arts
Do you love to sing? Are you interested in the Performing Arts, but don’t know where to start? Concert Voices is the place for you. This group of mixed voices (men and women, soprano/alto/tenor/bass) sings exciting music from all over the world, popular music, and traditional music throughout the year. Concert Voices includes students who have never sang before, and students that have been in choir for all four years of high school. There is no singing experience necessary. Students in Concert Voices start with learning how to read one melody of music, and quickly learn how to read four-part harmony. We travel to places like California, Canada, New York City, etc. and compete in competitions, go on rehearsal retreats, organize performing gigs, perform in concerts, and so much more. Concert Voices is open to all who want to learn how to better their singing voice.
MUB100A/B - SYMPHONIC BAND
Length/Credit: Full Year/1 Credit
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Diploma Category: The Arts
Prerequisite: Experience on a wind instrument or by teacher permission
Symphonic Band is designed to provide students with an introduction to high school level wind band literature. Students will develop performing skills through the exploration of a wide variety of exciting repertoire including marching, concert, and chamber music. Symphonic Band performs at all school concerts, Northlake League band festivals, Solo & Ensemble, sporting/pep events, and other festivals that may involve evening and weekend performances.
MUP300A/B - PERCUSSION ENSEMBLE
Length/Credit: Full Year/1 Credit
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Diploma Category: The Arts
Emphasis is on the uniqueness of percussion performance (Concert and Marching) as well as developing individual musical maturity, responsibility, and proficiency on percussion instruments. The beginning of the year will focus on skills related to the marching band percussion section. The focus will then shift towards the role of the percussion section in band, as well as the development of percussion ensembles. Attendance is required for all events that involve Marching Band, Concert Band, Pep Band, and Percussion Ensemble. The Percussion Ensemble performs at all school concerts, Northlake League band festivals, Solo & Ensemble, and other festivals that may involve evening and weekend performances.
MUB300A/B - WIND ENSEMBLE
Length/Credit: Full Year/1 Credit
Grades: 10, 11, 12
Diploma Category: The Arts
Prerequisite: By audition only
Wind Ensemble is Woodinville High School’s premiere wind band. In this class, students will be challenged with engaging and diverse music experiences including marching band, wind band literature, and pep band. This course is designed to develop advanced performing skills and performs at all school concerts, Northlake League band festivals, Solo & Ensemble, sporting/pep events, and other festivals that may involve evening and weekend performances.
MUO100A/B - STRING ENSEMBLE
Length/Credit: Full Year/1 Credit
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Diploma Category: The Arts
Prerequisite: Experience on an orchestra string instrument or by teacher permission
In String Ensemble, string students are introduced to exciting new music that challenges them as a stepping stone towards Chamber Orchestra. Performing skills are developed through playing a variety of string repertoire ranging from classical to modern styles in both string and full orchestra settings. String Orchestra performs at all school concerts, Northlake League orchestra festivals, Solo & Ensemble, and other festivals that may involve evening and weekend performances.
MUO150A/B - CHAMBER ORCHESTRA
Length/Credit: Full Year/1 Credit
Grades: 10, 11, 12
Diploma Category: The Arts
Prerequisite: By audition only (audition in spring)
Chamber Orchestra is the premiere string orchestra at WHS. The class develops advanced performing skills through a wide variety of fun and challenging musical literature, including both string orchestra and full orchestra pieces. Chamber Orchestra performs at all school concerts, Northlake League orchestra festivals, Solo & Ensemble, and other festivals that may involve evening and weekend performances.
VMU200A/B - JAZZ INDUSTRIES
Length/Credit: Full Year /1 Credit
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Diploma Category: The Arts, Career & Technical Education
Prerequisite: By audition only. Must be concurrently enrolled in the school’s band, orchestra or choral large ensemble class.
Jazz Ensemble is a course designed to explore and develop skills in the ever-expanding genre of jazz music. Students will have the opportunity to play exciting music ranging from traditional big band swing to Latin, funk, and even rock styles. This class will also develop critical musical skills such as ear training, improvisation, and basic music theory. Jazz Ensemble performs at all school concerts, Northlake League jazz festivals, and other festivals that may involve evening and weekend performances.
MUG110 - GUITAR
Length/Credit: One Semester/.5 Credit
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Diploma Category: The Arts
This course is designed to teach students the fundamentals of the guitar. Students will learn the basics of guitar playing such as chords, finger picking, and tuning. In conjunction with learning how to play, students will learn how to read chord charts and analyze tabs through popular songs. Learn your favorite music, all styles welcome. This course is for all students, no prior music experience necessary.
MUG155 - ADVANCED GUITAR
Length/Credit: One Semester/.5 Credit
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Diploma Category: The Arts
Prerequisite: Students must have completed Guitar 1 or have permission from instructor to enter class.
This course is a continuation of the basic skills learned in Guitar 1. Students will continue to learn the fundamentals of the guitar and start to learn improvisation and solo techniques. Songs taught will be of a higher skill level. Students may also start writing their own riffs and chord progressions. Students must have completed Guitar 1 or have permission from instructor to enter class.
MUP200 - PIANO LAB
Length/Credit: One Semester/.5 Credit
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Diploma Category: The Arts
This class is for the student who wants to learn to play the piano. It will include keyboard skills as well as a theory component to enable students to understand the elements of reading music. Grading is based upon daily participation and playing, and written tests.
MUP250 – ADVANCED PIANO LAB
Length/Credit: One Semester/.5 Credit
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Diploma Category: The Arts
Prerequisite: Piano Lab
This class is for students who have taken at least one semester of piano at WHS or have taken at least one year of private piano lessons. This class is not for beginners. Grading is based upon daily participation, playing, and written tests.
MUS120 – DIGITAL MUSIC PRODUCTION
Length/Credit: One Semester/.5 Credit
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Diploma Category: The Arts, Career & Technical Education
This course is designed for students who love music. New technologies now allow students to express themselves in ways that are not achieved in traditional ensembles. In this class, students will create, produce, and record digital music of all styles and genres using GarageBand on iPads. Through a creative, project-based curriculum, students will utilize loops, drum machines and smart instruments in order to produce music for film and video games, design jingles for commercials, write original songs and beats, etc. This entry-level course provides a foundation to a potential career in the modern music world. No prerequisite or prior music experience necessary.
MUS220 – ADVANCED DIGITAL MUSIC PRODUCTION
Length/Credit: One Semester/.5 Credit
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Diploma Category: The Arts, Career & Technical Education
Prerequisite: Digital Music Production
The second course of Digital Music Production - this course will have longer form projects, more collaborative projects, and take a deeper dive into music writing. A heavier emphasis will be placed on chordal knowledge and use of melodies.
Theatrical Arts
THEATRICAL ARTS
DRA135 - INTRODUCTION TO THEATRE
Length/Credit: One Semester/.5 Credit
Grades: 9, 10, 11
Diploma Category: The Arts
This class is designed to lay the foundation for acting by developing skills in movement, improvisation, and character development.
DRA235 - INTERMEDIATE ACTING
Length/Credit: One Semester/.5 Credit; Offered both semesters; Repeatable
Grades: 10, 11, 12
Diploma Category: The Arts
Intermediate Acting will encourage students to think and work creatively in both individual and ensemble projects. The course focuses on stage acting, and the scene work for this class will be pulled from a diverse range of cultural and historical resources allowing the student to experience many forms of the dramatic arts. Intermediate Acting is a perfect follow-up to Introduction to Theatre or for students who have already had some theatre experience. Students may repeat Intermediate Acting.
DRA335 - ADVANCED ACTING
Length/Credit: One Semester/.5 Credit; Offered both semesters; Repeatable
Grades: 11, 12
Diploma Category: The Arts
Prerequisite: Audition required
In Advanced Acting students will learn the combination of skills that are necessary to create and present a variety of stage productions that include monologues, one-acts, and stage plays. This course is for actors involved in the presentation of various school play performances during the year. Students may repeat Advanced Acting.
TET315 - TECH THEATRE
Length/Credit: One Semester/.5 Credit; Offered both semesters; Repeatable
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Diploma Category: The Arts, Career & Technical Education
Students will concentrate on the major areas of theatre technology and production. Students will explore advanced set design and construction techniques, the creative process involved in translating a script into a visual design, and the essentials of developing costumes, props, lighting and sound designs. All students will acquire behind-the-scenes stage experience through the production of 2-3 shows during the year.
DRA305 – ADVANCED TECHNICAL THEATRE
Length/Credit: One Semester/.5 Credit; Offered both semesters; Repeatable
Grades: 10, 11, 12
Diploma Category: The Arts, Career & Technical Education
Prerequisite: At least one semester of technical theatre
A continuation of the work of technical theatre, with a focus on depth and breadth of knowledge. Students will take leadership roles in group work, and crew head responsibilities. Areas of study include scenic construction and design, lighting design, audio design, costume construction and design, and scenic rigging. Students are expected to work backstage during at least one production during each semester.
Visual Arts
VISUAL ARTS
Through taking visual arts classes at Woodinville High School, students will develop and strengthen their abilities to successfully use a wide variety of media, deepen their understanding of how the visual arts affect our world, be introduced to an exciting range of current and past artists who have made a powerful impact on humanity and, of course, develop the skills to communicate visually throughout a variety of mediums.
ART115 - BEGINNING ART
Length/Credit: One Semester/.5 Credit
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Diploma Category: The Arts
No experience necessary. This beginning course is a great place to start learning drawing skills and introduces students to the principles of successful design. Students will have fun exploring a wide variety of materials including pencil, pen-and-ink, color pencil, pastel, mixed media and watercolor through hands-on experience.
AIA100 - INTERMEDIATE ART
Length/Credit: One Semester/.5 Credit
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Diploma Category: The Arts
Prerequisite: Beginning Art
Beginning art or a portfolio review by WHS art teachers is recommended. Intermediate Art is for the student who would like to continue to develop their abilities and expand their interest in art. Projects are designed to build and expand student’s drawing and design skills while developing their creativity and personal expression through the use of color in a variety of media, which may include painting with acrylic & watercolor, charcoal, conte, mixed media, printmaking, 3-D design, oil pastel, and chalk pastel.
AAA150A/B - ADVANCED ART
Length/Credit: Full Year/1 Credit
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Diploma Category: The Arts
Prerequisite: Intermediate Art
This yearlong course is designed for students who have taken Beginning and/or Intermediate Art and want to develop an art portfolio. In a supportive environment, students will engage with peers and teacher to investigate and develop personal style and expression. Assignments will include work from life, imagination and personal expression. Learn to express yourself visually!
ACE100 - CERAMICS
Length/Credit: One Semester/.5 Credit
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Diploma Category: The Arts
This course is designed to introduce students to the amazing world of Ceramics. Come build many functional and decorative pieces with clay, as you grow your hand building skills and understanding of how to apply color to clay through glazing. All levels are welcome and will be supported! It is recommended to sign up for level I first semester and Advanced Ceramics second semester of the same year.
ACE150 - ADVANCED CERAMICS
Length/Credit: One Semester/.5 Credit
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Diploma Category: The Arts
Prerequisite: Ceramics
Continue your journey in clay with Advanced Ceramics. Using knowledge of techniques learned in Beginning Ceramics, students will expand their sculpting capabilities through creative challenges that will continue to grow their understanding of clay as an artistic and functional media. If you’ve been wanting to work on the potter’s wheel, this is your chance! Ceramics is a prerequisite to this course. This course may be repeated as many times as you like! You will be taught new skills and given new challenges based on your continued skill development.
APA150A/B - AP STUDIO ART
Length/Credit: Full Year/1 Credit
Grades: 10, 11, 12
Fees: Optional for portfolio presentation in the Spring. Financial aid available, please see your counselor. Other Info: Students submit a portfolio for evaluation in the spring.
Diploma Category: The Arts
Prerequisite(s): Advanced Art or Art Teacher permission required with presentation of Art Portfolio
Other Info: Students submit a portfolio for evaluation in the spring.
The AP Studio Art program makes it possible for highly motivated high school students to do college-level artwork. During this yearlong course, each student will prepare and submit a portfolio of 15 works for evaluation at the end of the school year by the AP College Board. AP Studio teaches the development of concepts, composition, and drawing techniques to create a portfolio for college entrance. A Sustained Investigation of works based on the student's individual interest in a particular area, and focuses on the process of investigation, growth, and discovery. Students will focus on the 2-D portfolio options incorporating media such as Drawing, Painting, Collage, Printmaking, and Mixed Media Artwork. This class may be repeated multiple times.
APA155A/B - AP STUDIO ART: 2-D Design Portfolio
Length/Credit: Full Year/1 Credit
Grades: 11, 12
Fees: Optional for portfolio presentation in the Spring. Financial aid available, please see your counselor. Other Info: Students submit a portfolio for evaluation in the spring.
Diploma Category: The Arts
Prerequisite(s): AP Studio Art Drawing, Advanced Art or Art Teacher permission required with presentation of Art Portfolio
Other Info: Students submit a portfolio for evaluation in the spring.
This yearlong course is designed for the serious art student who is interested in the pursuit of college level artistic development and in art as a possible career. AP Studio Art: 2-D Design is an intensive investigation of art concepts, media, and techniques after completing the AP Studio Art: Drawing Portfolio (and optionally after taking Advanced Art). This class will offer students the opportunity to further master their skills in communicating concepts visually, developing their artistic voice, creating strong compositions and increasing techniques in various art media that emphasize the effective utilization of the Principles of Art and Design. Students will submit a portfolio of 15 works to the College Board in the spring which emphasizes an innovative Sustained Investigation of work that showcases a variety of diverse artmaking techniques.
AGD100 – GRAPHIC DESIGN
Length/Credit: One Semester/.5 Credit
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Diploma Category: The Arts
Learn modern graphic design techniques, including basic Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and Bridge programs. Computerized type, layout, and production projects include: letterform, editorial imaging (such as anti-racism material), travel posters, fashion design, food labels, marketing materials, magazine spreads, text portraits, etc.
AMD100 - METAL DESIGN
Length/Credit: One Semester/.5 Credit
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Diploma Category: The Arts
Students will have the opportunity to develop and apply successful design skills to make small scale metal artworks in the form of jewelry and occasionally small-scale sculpture using brass, copper, and nickel. Through hands-on experience students will learn how to drill, saw, file, solder, and polish metals. This engaging class will challenge and develop your design and problem-solving skills. It is recommended to sign up for Advanced Metal Design for second semester if you would like to continue developing your skills.
AMD150 - ADVANCED METAL DESIGN
Length/Credit: One Semester/.5 Credit
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Diploma Category: The Arts
Prerequisite: Metal Design
Students who have taken Beginning Metal Design will continue to learn and explore more advanced metalsmithing techniques. Skills will include stone setting, casting, riveting and enameling among many other skills. Through hands-on and collaborative work students will have the opportunity for more personal expression and open-ended designs. This course may be repeated multiple times. Skills and challenges will grow with the students capabilities as they repeat this course.
APH100 - PHOTOGRAPHY
Length/Credit: One Semester/.5 Credit
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Diploma Category: The Arts
Other Info: It is recommended that each student provides his/her own manually adjustable digital camera
Do you like to take pictures? In this class you will: 1) Learn how to use an adjustable camera with shutter speed and aperture settings to take quality photos without a flash; 2) Learn how to see through the lens creatively to take artistic photos, not just snapshots. Students should be prepared to spend out-of-class time shooting their photos. The opportunity to use film and print in the darkroom is also available. (Schools without access to darkrooms will focus on digital photography.)
APH150 - ADVANCED PHOTOGRAPHY
Length/Credit: One Semester/.5 Credit
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Diploma Category: The Arts
Prerequisite: Photography
Other Info: It is recommended that each student provides his/her own manually adjustable digital camera
Advanced Photography is offered to students who have had the beginning class and are enthusiastic about spending more time doing photography. Assignments will focus on learning new techniques and improving technical skills, as well as special effects.
ASG100 - STAINED GLASS
Length/Credit: One Semester/.5 Credit
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Diploma Category: The Arts
Learn the ancient and contemporary skills of designing and constructing glass windows and decorations. Lead and copper foil techniques for assembling glass projects will be emphasized. Students will use their design skills to plan and assemble required projects. Glass fusing and slumping will be introduced.
ASG150 - ADVANCED STAINED GLASS
Length/Credit: One Semester/.5 Credit
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Diploma Category: The Arts
Prerequisite: Stained Glass
More glass artists live in the greater Seattle area than any other place across the globe. This class is offered as an extension of Stained Glass. The instructor will emphasize the artistic approach of using glass as a means for personal expression. Techniques will include fusing, slumping, glass painting, etching, mosaics, lead construction, copper foil, and glass combing.
World Languages
WORLD LANGUAGES
World Language is an academic, college preparatory program requiring a considerable amount of home study and a positive attitude to succeed. Northshore School District offers advanced courses in select languages at the International Baccalaureate, Advanced Placement, and College in The High School level. If a student does not complete two years of a foreign language as a part of their graduation requirements, they will then need to complete two PPR (Personalized Pathway) courses. Completion of two years of one foreign language sequence may be required for entrance into four-year colleges/ universities. Many universities recommend at least three years of language study.
1ST YEAR LANGUAGE
Heritage speakers and students coming from the dual language program at Woodin Elementary may be able to start above the 100 level, depending on their language skills.
WLF100A/B - FRENCH 100
WLG100A/B - GERMAN 100
WLJ100A/B - JAPANESE 100
WLS100A/B - SPANISH 100
Length/Credit: Full Year/1 Credit
Grades: 9, 10, 11
Diploma Category: Flexible Credit
A beginning course to introduce the basics of the language, as well as the culture, through simulated real life situations, music, games, storytelling, and other activities. The goal for year-end will be that students have gained a working vocabulary and grammar basis to facilitate communication in the language. Skills emphasized will be: listening, oral communication, reading and writing.
CHS991A/B - (ASL 151) AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE 100
Length/Credit: Full Year/1 Credit
Grades: 9, 10, 11
Diploma Category: Career & Technical Education, Flexible Credit, CTE Dual Credit Offering
Other Info: Up to 5 college credits available.
Conversational approach to American Sign Language with intensive visual/manual drill. Firm foundation in basic ASL signs and structural principles of the language. Students will acquire an overview of historical and cultural features and be able to identify the cultural practices of the American Deaf community. This course is articulated for college credit with Central Washington University. See your instructor for more details.
2ND YEAR LANGUAGE
WLF200A/B - FRENCH 200
WLG200A/B - GERMAN 200
WLJ200A/B - JAPANESE 200
WLS200A/B - SPANISH 200
Length/Credit: Full Year/1 Credit
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Diploma Category: Flexible Credit
Prerequisite: Completion of the 100 level course of the selected language
In these second-year courses, students will expand their knowledge and fluency of the language by increasing their vocabulary base and expanding their ability to read and write in the language. The goal for the year-end will be that students have expanded their conversation skills, grammar, reading, and writing skills to an intermediate level. Skills emphasized will be listening, reading, and writing, as well as oral communication.
CHS992A/B - (ASL 152) AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE 200
Length/Credit: Full Year/1 Credit
Grades: 10, 11, 12
Diploma Category: Career & Technical Education, Flexible Credit, CTE Dual Credit Offering
Prerequisite: Completion of ASL 100
Other Info: Up to 5 college credits available.
Conversational approach to American Sign Language with intensive visual/manual drill. Firm foundation in basic ASL signs and structural principles of the language. Students will acquire an overview of historical and cultural features and be able to identify the cultural practices of the American Deaf community. This course is articulated for college credit with Central Washington University. See your instructor for more details.
3RD YEAR LANGUAGE
WLS300A/B - SPANISH 300
Length/Credit: Full Year/1 Credit
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Diploma Category: Flexible Credit
Prerequisite: Completion of the 200 level course of the selected language
In this third-year course, students will be engaged in a variety of activities to develop skills in their ability to understand what they hear, read, write, and speak in Spanish. Games, newspaper articles, daily conversations, focused grammar practice, audio and video sources, and projects are used to encourage learning. The class is conducted in a semi-immersion environment and the students are encouraged to employ the language as much as possible. The goal for year-end will be that students will have developed a basic communicative proficiency in the language.
CHS993A/B - (ASL 153) AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE 300
Length/Credit: Full Year/1 Credit
Grades: 11, 12
Diploma Category: Career & Technical Education, Flexible Credit, CTE Dual Credit Offering
Prerequisite: Completion of the ASL 200
Conversational approach to American Sign Language with intensive visual/manual drill. Firm foundation in basic ASL signs and structural principles of the language. Students will acquire an overview of historical and cultural features and be able to identify the cultural practices of the American Deaf community. This course is articulated for college credit with Central Washington University. See your instructor for more details.
WLG300A/B - GERMAN 300
Length/Credit: Full Year/1 Credit
Grades: 10, 11, 12
Diploma Category: Flexible Credit
Prerequisite: Completion of the 200 level course of the selected language
In this third-year course, students will be engaged in a variety of activities to develop skills in every aspect of the language. Short stories, skits and role-playing, poems, magazine and newspaper articles, audio and video sources are used to encourage learning. The class is conducted in an immersion environment and the students are encouraged to employ the language as much as possible. The goal for yearend will be that students will have developed a basic proficiency in the language.
WLJ300A/B - JAPANESE 300
Length/Credit: Full Year/1 Credit
Grades: 10, 11, 12
Diploma Category: Flexible Credit
Prerequisite: Completion of the 200 level course of the selected language
Other Info: University of Washington college credit available.
In this third-year course, students will be engaged in a variety of activities to develop skills in every aspect of the language. Short stories, skits and role-playing, poems, magazine and newspaper articles, audio and video sources are used to encourage learning. The class is conducted in an immersion environment and the students are encouraged to employ the language as much as possible. The goal for yearend will be that students will have developed a basic proficiency in the language.
CHS806A/B - (FRENCH 103) ELEMENTARY FRENCH (French 350)
CHS836A/B - (SPAN 103) ELEMENTARY SPANISH (Spanish 350)
Length/Credit: Full Year/1 Credit
Grades: 10, 11, 12
Diploma Category: Flexible Credit
Prerequisite: Completion of the 200 level course of the selected language
The University of Washington, as part of their College in the High School programs, will offer their 103-level course as a third-year language course option. After paying the class tuition and successfully completing the course, freshmen, sophomores, juniors, and seniors may earn 5 UW credits transferable to most 4-year colleges in the nation. Students may take the class without paying for UW tuition if they do not wish to earn university credit. These courses all entail the exclusive use of the studied language in the classroom with an emphasis on communication skills, interactive presentation of grammar, and daily practice outside of class.
4TH YEAR LANGUAGE
WLF410A/B - AP FRENCH
WLF450A/B - AP GERMAN
WLS410A/B - AP SPANISH
WLJ500A/B - AP JAPANESE
Length/Credit: Full Year/1 Credit
Grades: 10, 11, 12
Fees: Optional for students choosing to take the AP exam in the Spring. Financial aid available, please see your counselor.
Diploma Category: Flexible Credit
Prerequisite: Completion of the 350 level course of the selected language
Other Info: Students are encouraged to take the AP French Language & Culture, or AP German Language & Culture, AP Japanese Language & Culture or AP Spanish Language & Culture test in the spring for potential college credit.
The AP curriculum focuses on interpersonal, interpretive, and presentational skills about global topics in French, German, Japanese, or Spanish. Students will be prepared for success on the AP exam in May and overall fluency in the respective language. Each class is conducted entirely in French, German, Japanese, or Spanish. The five Cs of language learning (Communication, Connections, Cultures, Comparisons, and Communities) will be practiced regularly as students become familiar with the six themes of the AP Language and Culture course. The themes are as follows: Global Challenges, Science and Technology, Contemporary Life, Personal and Public Identities, Families and Communities, and Beauty and Aesthetics. Students’ language skills will be ameliorated by writing regularly in a variety of formats, participating in class and small group discussions, listening to French, German, Japanese, or Spanish-language music and news stories and reading texts from the French, German, Japanese, or Spanish-speaking world.
WLX425A/B - ASL 400
Length/Credit: Full Year/1 Credit
Grades: 12
Diploma Category: Career & Technical Education
Prerequisite: Completion of the ASL 300
Other Info:
ASL 400 continues vocabulary and grammatical structure of the language with storytelling, narratives, and dialogues. While continuing an exposure to Deaf history, culture, and community, students will also explore Deaf folklore, current events and Deaf-related topics, Deaf-Blind community, mock interpreting simulations, poetry, iconic art, and careers with ASL.
5TH YEAR LANGUAGE
Off-Campus Learning
College Coursework
Disclaimer
Each college and university makes its own decisions with regards to awarding credit and placement for College in The High School, Advanced Placement, and International Baccalaureate courses. Most institutions have a written policy that state minimum score requirements for college credit as well as how credits are applied. It is highly recommended that you check with the specific institution of your choice to learn more about how college credit can be earned and applied
Advanced Placement
The Advanced Placement program is a cooperative educational endeavor between secondary schools, colleges and universities. Challenging and complex subject matter across a wide spectrum of subject areas is presented in a discussion, lecture and testing format. These classes offer college level content and possible college credit while students are still in high school.
AP Quick Facts
- College credit is available for examinations successfully taken in high school.
- Exempts students from some introductory college courses, thus permitting students to move more quickly into advanced classes.
- Motivates students to attempt more challenging courses in both high school and college.
- Develops the analytical and study skills required to succeed in college courses.
- Reduces college costs and time to obtain a degree.
- Provides direction in selecting college majors.
Learn more about the AP Program:
ap program at whs
College in the High School (CHS)
Students have the opportunity to earn college credit in approved high school courses. Students who choose to take the course for college/university credit, must register by the applicable date and meet all content requirements in addition to high school course content. Students wanting college /university credit will automatically start an official transcript with the college/university regardless of student performance in the course. College credit earned upon successful completion of a program course may count only as elective credit if transferred to another institution of higher education. Specific information regarding the credit provider will be provided by the class instructor.
For a thorough explanation of the dual credit guidelines, please check out this OSPI link: https://ospi.k12.wa.us/student-success/support-programs/dual-credit-programs
CTE Dual Credit
Students enrolled in a CTE Dual Credit (formerly known as Tech Prep) approved course can earn college credit while in high school. CTE Dual Credit course are those linked to local technical and community colleges as part of the NSD supported Pacific NW College Credit program. These courses are aligned with Career Pathways that connect to Professional/Technical, AA and/or a Transfer Degree Programs of Study currently offered at the awarding college.
High school students become eligible to earn community/technical college credit for their specific high school courses by:
- Being enrolled in an articulated CTE Dual Credit class
- Registering for CTE Dual Credit program while enrolled in the course at https://www.pnwcollegecredit.org.
- Paying the consortium fee (Cost may be subject to change) at https://www.pnwcollegecredit.org.
- Completing their CTE Dual Credit high school courses with a B grade or higher
Courses for which CTE Dual Credit is available are noted with CTE Dual Credit Offering on the diploma category line. Additional information about approved CTE Dual Credit programs is available from course instructors, our Career & College Counselor, at PNWcollegecredit.org, or by emailing Info@PNWcollegecredit.org.
District Satellite Courses
DISTRICT SATELLITE COURSES
BEGINNING AUTO TECHNOLOGY
Length/Credit: Full Year/3 Credits
Grades: Beginning: 10, 11, 12
Location: BOTHELL HIGH SCHOOL (Satellite program – open to all NSD students)
Prerequisite: Application, interview & acceptance
Fees: Required: Join Skills USA ~ $16
Optional: Personalized shop shirts ~ 2 / $40
Diploma Category: Career & Tech Education; Lab Science OR 3rd Credit Science
Other Info: Up to 26 Pacific NW college credits available if a grade of B or better is earned
ADVANCED AUTO TECHNOLOGY
Length/Credit: Full Year/3 Credits
Grades: 11, 12
Location: BOTHELL HIGH SCHOOL (Satellite program – open to all NSD students)
Prerequisite: Application, interview & acceptance
Fees: Required: Join Skills USA ~ $16
Optional: Personalized shop shirts ~ 2 / $40
Diploma Category: Career & Tech Education; Lab Science OR 3rd Credit Science; English 11 OR 12
Other Info: Up to 26 Pacific NW college credits available if a grade of B or better is earned
Designed as a one, two or three-year course of study, each program meets 3 periods a day for the entire year. This gives students a “real world” experience of an automotive career, including a significant amount of vehicle diagnosis, maintenance and repair.
The Morning Auto Tech program is open to 11th grade students who have previously taken auto shop and 12th grade students. The Afternoon Auto Tech program is open to first year 10th and 11th grade students.
• Students learn to work individually and in small groups.
• Student’s progress at their own rate.
• Juniors can participate in paid, manufacturer-sponsored summer internships
• Scholarship opportunities through competitions
AVIATION: INTRODUCTION TO FLIGHT
Length/Credit: Full Year/1.0 Credit
Grades: 11, 12
Prerequisite: Application & Acceptance
Location: NORTH CREEK HIGH SCHOOL (Satellite program – open to all NSD students)
Diploma Category: Career & Technical Education
Aviation: Introduction to Flight is an exploratory course into the aviation careers. Come learn the principles of flight, aircraft and aircraft systems, flight environment, meteorology, radio communications, flight planning, aircraft performance, navigation and more. The curriculum used in this course will prepare any student to take the FAA private pilot written exam.
BAKING & PASTRY ARTS
Length/Credit: Full Year/3.0 Credits
Grades: 11, 12
Location: BOTHELL HIGH SCHOOL (Satellite program – open to all NSD students)
Prerequisite: Application & Acceptance
Fees/Special Materials: Uniform & Food Handlers Permit
Diploma Category: Career & Technical Education, Lab Science OR 3rd Credit Science
Other: Up to 9 Pacific NW College Credits available when grade of B or better is earned; Scholarships availabl
In this advanced course, students will learn the baking techniques of mixing, shaping, folding and baking while exploring the science and math behind baking. Students will learn how to successfully make quick breads, decorated cakes, pies, mousses, sauces, custards, frozen desserts, cookies, and confections. Plated Desserts, international baked foods, yeast dough and chocolate and sugar work will be explored in this year long course. Students will learn in a well-equipped, industry standard kitchen to prepare food for student presentations, school functions and community service events. This course includes classroom instruction and practical lab work in a commercial kitchen.
Note: A practical and written exam will be administered as part of this program.
CULINARY ARTS
Length/Credit: Full Year/2.0 Credits
Grades: 10, 11, 12
Location: BOTHELL HIGH SCHOOL (Satellite program – open to all NSD students)
Prerequisite: Application & Acceptance
Fees/Special Materials: Uniform & Food Handlers Permit
Diploma Category: Career & Technical Education; Lab Science OR 3rd Year Science
Other Info: Up to 9 Pacific NW College Credits available when grade of B or better is earned; Scholarships & Certifications available
This Satellite class is offered to district students who are interested in learning restaurant industry secrets and standards. Students will learn hands on industry experience through food preparation, entry level baking (cookies, quick breads, cakes), cooking methods (grilling, sauté, stir fry) & techniques (knife skills, presentation, service, garnishing). To enhance their culinary experience students will have the opportunity to develop tastes and flavors, try new foods and grow varying ingredients in the class run garden. Students will explore culinary careers in the food industry, work with industry professionals, tour food establishments and work with college culinary programs. Culinary Arts is where you learn how to have a successful future career in the food industry!
Note: A practical and written exam will be administered as part of this program.
IB DESIGN TECHNOLOGY SL
Length/Credit: Full Year/1.0 Credit
Grades: 11, 12
Location: INGLEMOOR HIGH SCHOOL (Satellite program – open to all NSD students)
Prerequisite: Application & Acceptance
Diploma Category: Career & Technical Education; Lab Science OR 3rd Credit Science
Other Info: 5 Pacific NW College Credits available when grade of B or better is earned
This project-based course provides students with an exploration of the process and tools used in industrial (products) design including an in-depth look at human factors and ergonomics, CAD/CAM, material science and sustainable design. Individual portfolios will be developed based on class projects.
IB DESIGN TECHNOLOGY HL
Length/Credit: Full Year/1.0 Credit
Grades: 12
Location: INGLEMOOR HIGH SCHOOL (Satellite program – open to all NSD students)
Prerequisite: Application and acceptance; Successful completion or concurrent enrollment in IB Design Technology
Diploma Category: Career & Technical Education; Lab Science OR 3rd Credit Science
Other Info: 5 Pacific NW College Credits available when grade of B or better is earned
Building upon the experiences and content of IB Design Technology SL, this problem-based course takes an in-depth look at human-centered design, sustainable development and commercial manufacturing. Through a series of college-level projects (product design, building design/urban planning and graphic design), individual portfolios will be developed for college applications. College credit available through both the University of Washington and Cascadia College.
SPORTS MEDICINE & ATHLETIC TRAINING
Length/Credit: Full Year/1.0 Credit
Grades: 10, 11, 12
Location: BOTHELL HIGH SCHOOL (Satellite Program – open to all NSD students)
Prerequisite: Application and acceptance
Diploma Category: Career & Technical Education
Other Info: 15 Pacific NW College Credits available when grade of B or better is earned
Students in this course develop and apply skills connected to different careers within the field of sports medicine and athletic training. The course is structured with both classroom and applied learning/internship components working under the supervision of the certified athletic trainer with high school sports teams. The standards for this course are based upon the National Athletic Trainers Association’s six domains of responsibility/education, and the Career & Technical Education Therapeutic and Sports Medicine competencies strands.
ADVANCED SPORTS MEDICINE & ATHLETIC TRAINING
Length/Credit: Full Year/1.0 Credit
Grades: 11, 12
Location: BOTHELL HIGH SCHOOL (Satellite program – open to all NSD students)
Prerequisite: Application and acceptance
Diploma Category: Career & Technical Education
Other Info: 10 Pacific NW College Credits available when grade of B or better is earned
This course builds on Beginning Sports Medicine/Athletic Training as students will focus more on how to evaluate and rehabilitate specific sports injuries. They will also learn about the psychological aspects of sports injury, sports nutrition, and sport pharmacology. Students enrolled are required to obtain 60 hours of athletic training experience and complete a clinical internship at a local healthcare facility (hospital, physical therapy clinic, high school, college or professional training room, massage therapy clinic, chiropractic clinic, fire department, fitness center, dental office or dietician/nutrition center). Students will also participate in the Washington Career & Technical Sports Medicine State competition held in the spring.
CAREERS IN EDUCATION
Length/Credit: Full Year/2.0 credits
Grades: 11, 12
Prerequisite: Application and acceptance
Location: BOTHELL HIGH SCHOOL (Satellite program – open to all NSD students)
Diploma Category: Career & Technical Education
Other Info: Up to 5 Pacific NW College Credits available when grade of B or better is earned; Child Care STARS license offered
If you’ve ever considered a career in education as a teacher, counselor, or an administrator, the Teaching Academy will give you the total teaching experience. Students will gain experience in understanding the learner, schools, teachers and teaching, as well as exploring pathways to the future. The class includes working in an elementary district classroom 3 or 4 days per week where students expand and apply their knowledge during an internship experience in an elementary or middle school. As an intern, you will experience the inner workings of the classroom, school and district, while performing duties such as tutoring, grading, supervising and eventually teaching.
INTERMEDIATE DATA PROGRAMMING
Length/Credit: Full Year/1.0 Credits
Grades: 11, 12
Prerequisite: Application and acceptance – Completion of UW Computer Science 142 or 143 or AP Computer Science A
Location: NORTH CREEK HIGH SCHOOL (Satellite Program – open to all NSD students)
Diploma Category: Career & Technical Education
This advanced, yearlong CHS course will offer students the ability to get UW in the High School credit (4) as it follows the UW CSE 163 curriculum. Students will spend the first part of the course learning Python with an emphasis on class structure, reading files, data structures (lists, dictionaries, sets and data frames) and data analysis. Students will learn code complexity and how to efficiently work with different types of data: tabular, text, images, geo-spatial. The class will use an ecosystem of data science tools including Jupyter Notebook and various data science libraries including scikit image, scikit learn, and Pandas data frames which will be leveraged to execute data visualization, Machine Learning and data analysis
CORE PLUS CONSTRUCTION
Length/Credit: Full Year/3.0 Credits
Grades: 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Application and acceptance
Location: BOTHELL HIGH SCHOOL (Satellite Program – open to all NSD students)
Recommended: Successful completion of previous introductory course in woods, metals, welding, or manufacturing
Diploma Category: Career & Technical Education
CORE PLUS Construction is a program of study that prepares high school students for high demand jobs throughout Washington State. Students learn real-world skills that give them a clear advantage in pursuing entry level positions, apprenticeships, post-secondary certificates, or college degrees. CORE PLUS Construction is a 3 hour class and offers students access to high school credit options in Science, Mathematics, English language Arts, and Career and Technical Education. In the CORE PLUS Construction program, you learn a range of concepts from materials science to estimation and bidding. The skills you learn in the program will give you more options when you graduate including: direct entry into the workforce, pursuit of an apprenticeship or trade school program, the military, college programs such as construction management, architecture, engineering, occupational health and safety, and sustainable building technologies.
In CORE PLUS Construction, you will get to:
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Engage in an active classroom where learning occurs through doing.
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Earn high school credits towards graduation while working with a team building real world projects.
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Learn a range of concepts from hand and power tool safety, print reading and basic building skills to estimation, project management, and career readiness skills.
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Tour building sites and visit construction companies.
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Visit pre-apprenticeship and apprenticeship programs as well as college programs.
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Take advantage of job shadow and work-based learning opportunities to help you explore careers in the construction industry.
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Participate in statewide competitions and community service projects.
WANIC
WANIC
WASHINGTON NETWORK FOR INNOVATIVE CAREERS
Northeast King County Skill Center serving high school students from these districts:
Bellevue ~ Everett ~ Issaquah ~ Lake Washington ~ Northshore ~ Riverview ~ Snoqualmie Valley
How to enroll:
1. Find out details about course offerings at https://wanic.lwsd.org
2. Complete an application online
3. Review your credits and schedule with your Counselor; obtain approval to enroll
4. Receive an email confirmation of your enrollment
5. Contact the Counselor with questions
6. WANIC Summer Academy information is available at https://wanic.lwsd.org in March
Running Start
RUNNING START
Running Start is a program for juniors and seniors who want to earn college credits while in high school. To be eligible for participation in the Running Start program, the entering student must have junior standing and have earned at least 10 credits.
Approved courses taken through Running Start at any community or technical college can earn both high school and college credit. Only those courses numbering 100 or higher at the colleges are eligible for both high school and college credit. Students may enroll full or part-time in Running Start classes. The number of funded Running Start classes is determined by the number of enrolled high school classes and may not exceed 1.4 total FTE. (Refer to the chart below). The dates of college quarters and the high school semesters do not always match. When high school and Running Start classes overlap in January and March due to new college quarters beginning, students are expected to attend all high school courses. High school courses take precedence over Running Start courses at the college during this overlap.
Running Start is not designed as a place for students to make up credit deficiencies. Northshore School District pays the tuition, while students pay for books and fees. Students must provide their own transportation to the college. If a student drops a class, it is his/her responsibility to immediately notify the high school registrar and counselor of the dropped class. Students must officially drop the class through the college. At the college, students will be enrolled in regular classes with adult students where attendance is not taken and students are responsible for their own actions and participation. Running Start students are responsible for monitoring their own progress towards graduation and keeping informed of school activities and deadlines.
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WHS Course Catalog 2024-25
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