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- Class Offerings 109 3-D Studio 1
- 105 Ceramics 2
- 107 Painting 1
- A current physical is required for Marching Band.
- 454 Music Theory and Appreciation
- 455 Advanced Music Theory
- Class Offerings 300/301 Beginning Industrial Technology
- 318 Architectural Drafting
The course content includes: the decision to parent, the family like cycle, the reproduction process, the nine months of pregnancy, labor and delivery, newborn needs, and the roles of being a parent. This class also requires taking home a computerized baby for four evenings or one weekend.HUMAN GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT
1 Term during grades 9-12 Courses that meet this graduation requirement are: Health & Fitness, Child Development I, Family Relations, or Parenting (see descriptions under Family & Consumer Sciences). 605/606 Health/Fitness REQUIRED 1 credit Year Long Grade 9
Prerequisite: None Topics include: Substance Abuse, Human Sexuality, Contagious Diseases (STI’s), and Dimensions of Health. Fine Arts (contains Art & Music) Courses - Elective credits D Career Personality Type
Artistic - Creators People in this theme have a great need for self expression. They may express their artistic interests through work and/or recreational activities. * Self expressive*Independent * Sensitive * Emotional * Innovative * Imaginative * Intuitive * Creative *Unconventional * Idealistic
If you have answered “yes” to more than half of these questions, this path may have a career for you! For greater understanding of your interests see your guidance counselor to do an interest inventory. 
Career
Opportunities Cluster Description: Arts and communications are essential parts of our modern society. People in these careers share emotions, ideas, information, and innovations. They are creative people who enjoy sharing their talents with others. The arts include careers in film, theatre, television, radio, dance, music, and visual arts. Nearly all careers in the arts require special talent and training. Anyone entering the arts must have strong talent, great determination, and the ability to withstand disappointment and rejection. People in the arts need to be self-disciplined, creative, and able to express themselves through their art, whatever it may be. ART Class Offerings 109 3-D Studio 1 1 credit 1 Semester Grades 9-12 Prerequisite: None Basic sculptural processes and concepts; emphasis on developing personal ideas and skills(wire, plaster, cardboard, and found object).
1 credit 1 Semester Grades 9-12 Prerequisite: None Basic ceramic processes and concepts: wheel throwing, hand-building, glazing, and firing.
1 credit 1 Semester Grades 10-12 Prerequisite: Ceramics 1 Problems in thrown and hand-built approaches.
1 credit 1 Semester Grades 9-12 Prerequisite: None Introduction to drawing concepts with practical applications (basic drawing and portrait)
1 credit 1 Semester Grades 10-12 Prerequisite: Drawing 1 Emphasis on composition and advanced techniques(landscape and figure).
1 credit 1 Semester Grades 10-12 Prerequisite: Drawing 1, & Drawing 2 or Instructor Approval Drawing of the face and figure with an emphasis on life drawing skills. A highly recommended course for students with an interest in either majoring in art in college or becoming game designers. 106 Graphic Design 1 1 credit 1 Semester Grades 9-12 Prerequisite: None Introduction to various printmaking processes and lettering, possible mural projects.
1 credit 1 Semester Grades 9-12 Prerequisite: None Introduction to painting using watercolor, acrylic and oil media.
1 credit 1 Semester Grades 10-12 Prerequisite: Painting 1 Oil or acrylic media; composition and expression.
1 credit 1 Semester Grades 10 -12 Prerequisite: None Introduction to basic video production techniques; view and cue, storyboarding, and editing. Individual and group projects. View some of the American Film Institute’s “100 Best Movies”. Research/ opinion papers are required. Students should have had a writing course before enrollment.
1 credit 1 Semester Grades 10 -12 Prerequisite: Video Production 1 Studio experimentation of video with individual and group projects. A multi-media approach. View some of the American Film Institute’s “100 Best Movies”. Research/ opinion papers are required. MUSIC
2 credits per year Year Long Grades 9-12 Prerequisite: Instructor Approval, “C” average (or better) in middle school choir participation is recommended. Membership in the high school Mixed Choir is determined by audition in the spring of the preceding year. This choir will consist of 9-12 grade students, and all incoming freshmen who are interested in choir participation (students who will be in 9th grade in the term that they are registering for) should register for Mixed Choir. All interested students should sign up now, and try out in the spring. Participation is determined by interest, ability, musical maturity, work ethic, (some)sight singing ability. Mixed Choir will meet daily and most of the rehearsal time will be devoted to the preparation of music for performances, and to the development of musical skills and techniques necessary for Mixed Choir and Concert Choir participation. However, our main goal is to develop high musical standards by understanding the style, the concept, the type, and the technique of composition being studied. All types of compositions will be performed: secular, sacred, pop, spirituals, show tunes, etc., so that a well-rounded repertoire can be experienced. Enjoyment, fun, pride, accomplishment and success are only a few of the benefits that Mixed Choir members will experience. Each student will receive multiple lessons per term, and all students will be given an opportunity to perform in large groups, small ensembles, or a soloist. Anamosa’s Varsity Show Choir, the Sadie Street Singers, is a select, versatile group that will perform anything from chamber music to the latest hit. Mixed Choir members are eligible to audition for the Sadie Street Singers. 450 Concert Choir 2 credits per year Year Long Grades 10-12 Prerequisite: Instructor Approval, “B” average in Mixed Choir participation. Membership in the high school Concert Choir is determined by auditions in the spring of the preceding year. All students must complete at least one term of Mixed Choir before becoming eligible for Concert Choir unless approved by the Instructor. All interested students should sign up now, and try out in the spring. Participation is determined by interest, ability, musical maturity, work ethic, and (some) sight singing ability. Concert Choir will meet daily and most of the rehearsal time will be devoted to the preparation of music for performance. However, our main goal is to develop high musical standards by understanding the style, the concept, the type, and the technique of the composition being studied. All types of compositions will be performed: secular, sacred, pop, spirituals, show tunes, etc., so that a well-rounded repertoire can be experienced. Enjoyment, fun, pride, accomplish-ment and success are only a few of the benefits that Concert Choir members will experience. Each student will receive multiple lessons per term, and all students will be given an opportunity to perform in large groups, small ensembles, or as a soloist. Anamosa’s Varsity Show Choir, the Sadie Street Singers is a select, versatile group that will perform anything from chamber music to the latest hit. Concert Choir members are eligible to audition for the Sadie Street Singers.
2 credits per year Year Long Grades 9-12 Prerequisite: Instructor Approval, “C” average in prior instrumental music class. A current physical is required for Marching Band. High school instrumental music students may participate in the following performing groups:
The primary purpose of the Marching, Jazz and Pep Bands is entertainment at athletic and social events in the community. The concert band and chamber music groups provide the students with the opportunity to better their musical understanding, knowledge and appreciation through the performance of quality literature from the various musical periods. Occasionally outside performing groups are brought into the school and the students also are given the opportunity to travel to outside concerts, clinics, exhibitions, and honor band festivals. 
454 Music Theory and Appreciation 1 credit 1 Semester Grades 10-12 Prerequisite: Instructor Approval, successful completion of at least 1 year of Mixed Choir, Concert Choir, and/or Instrumental Music (with a “B” grade) Music Theory and Appreciation (Fundamentals of Music) is an extension of the basic courses in music literature: Mixed Choir, Concert Choir and Instrumental Music. The course will include: study of major and minor scales and key signatures, the writing of simple melodies in the various keys, triads and chord structure and simple part-writing, intervals and interval recognition, the study of various musical forms in which music is written, simple arranging of music for wind and percussion instruments and/or for choir and basic sight-singing. This course is designed for the student who desires to know and learn more about music, how it functions, and what makes it work. This course will raise a students’ understanding of music. 455 Advanced Music Theory 1 credit 1 Semester Grades 11-12 Prerequisite: Music Theory & Appr., Instructor Approval, successful completion of at least 1 year of Mixed Choir, Concert Choir, and/or Instrumental Music (with a “B” grade). Advanced Music Theory is an extension of Music Theory & Appreciation. Included in this course are the study of advanced chords, structures, musical analysis, modulation, arranging, and form; as well as more advanced interval recognition, chordal analysis, and sight-singing. This course will delve more deeply into music history as well. This course is designed for students who plan to pursue a music major or minor in college, or plan on using an even higher understanding of music in their post-high school musical activity.
Foreign Language Courses
Students acquire global competence through the study of a second language, which is also linked with enhanced cognitive development, higher order thinking, and creativity. Research shows that students who study a foreign language score higher in both the math and verbal portions of the ACT than their counterparts who do not, with more years of foreign language study associated with higher scores. This implies that students taking a foreign language are likely to achieve a greater level of proficiency in a number of content areas.* _______________________ *“Global Competence is a 21st Century Imperative” (NEA Policy Brief 2010)
Type
Enterprising/Influencer Social/Helper Investigative/Thinker People in this theme are a combination of personalities. They enjoy working with people and are inquisitive. * Patient * Persistent * Independent * Inquisitive * Curious * Observant
Career
Opportunities Cluster Description: Today’s economy is a global economy. Local business and industry compete at an international level. Information and resources for around the world are available with a push of a few computer keys. More and more people from around the world are traveling, working, and communicating with other people throughout the world. Careers in foreign language may include bilingual program director, bilingual secretary, border patrol agent, dialect coach, hotel concierge, hotel sales manager, interpreter/ translator, Olympic media operations planner, refugee resettlement director, air traffic controller, foreign affairs news reporter. Government career opportunities include job health-care programs, FBI special agent, military occupations, foreign policy advisors, trade representatives, state tourism directors, social worker, English as a second language instructor, lobbyist. FRENCH 206 French 4 2 credits per year Year Long Grade 12
Highly recommended for the college bound student. Research shows that students who have 4 years of French, not only have higher college entrance exam scores, but most also have higher college freshmen grade points as compared to students who did not study 4 years of the language. In this final year, the course of study is more flexible. A great deal of emphasis is placed on conversation and the majority of the class will be taught in French. New grammar is learned and old is reviewed. Discussion of current events in French-speaking countries takes place and some French literature and culture are covered via readings and videos. The class is taught in French and participation is required. This class is an on-line class so a student must be self-motived to be successful. SPANISH
Spanish Multilevel Classroom Students have the opportunity to learn Spanish in a cooperative learning environment. The teacher in the multi-level Spanish teaches “individually all at once.” Students will spend about half the class period working independently on computers and other assignments and the other half with the instructor. To be successful, students who take Spanish in the multi-level classroom should be self-motivated, goal oriented, and work well with others. 208/209 Spanish 1 2 credits per year Year Long Grades 9-12 Possible Multi-Level
2 credits per year Year Long Grades 10-12 Possible Multi-Level
The course will be taught primarily in the target language. Students will be able to communicate in Spanish on an intermediate level about everyday situations. Grammar and vocabulary of Spanish 1 is reviewed and supplemented. More verb tenses are taught and the grammar structures are advanced. Hispanic culture is continually integrated into the course. 212 Spanish 3 2 credits per year Year Long Grades 11-12 Possible Multi-Level
College-bound students are highly recommended to take this course. Students will continue to refine and advance their communication skills. The course is taught primarily in the target language. Grammar study and vocabulary building will continue to be stressed. Students will actively participate using their attained skills to communicate in both every day and creative situations. Hispanic culture is continually integrated into the course. 214 Spanish 4 2 credits per year Year Long Grade 12
Spanish 4 is highly recommended for the college-bound student. The course will be taught in the target language. Students will be asked to engage in conversation about everyday topics. Emphasis will be placed on speaking and listening in the target language. Reading Spanish Literature and writing short essays will also be part of this course. Hispanic culture and career opportunities will be explored. 
Do you . . .
If you have answered “yes” to more than half of these questions, this path may have a career for you! For greater understanding of your interests see your guidance counselor to do an interest inventory. Career Personality Type
Realistic/Doer People in this theme enjoy activities such as nature and the outdoors, mechanical, construction, and repair. Some have an interest in the military. * Practical * Independent * Athletic * Ambitious * Persistent * Systematic * Thrifty * A nature lover *Mechanically *Work inclined outdoors Career
Opportunities Cluster Description: Modern technology has an enormous effect on our lives. Technology makes life simpler. Scientists, engineers, technologists, and technicians all contribute to the wondrous development of technology. Environmental technology is a relatively new career area that will be greatly expanding in the future. Taking the correct courses in the Tech. Ed. area will help students interested in the Adult Apprenticeship program in the construction trades. Jobs in construction and manufacturing will go to those who have obtained training and have up-to- date skills. Plan on additional training/education during and following high school. Class Offerings 300/301 Beginning Industrial Technology 2 credit Year Long Grades 9-12 Prerequisite: None This would be an excellent first course for any student to take in the Industrial Technology area. This course involves short introductory units of study in all the new technology areas which include energy and power, graphic communications, transportation, manufacturing, and construction. It is a “taste of industrial technology”. Among many other activities it covers such things as a study of time where everyone builds a clock or similar time keeping or telling machine, a study of transportation where we might build model race cars or fly rockets, a unit in communication where each student will use the darkroom to create a photograph or screen print a garment. The computer and the language of the computer is studied and everyone does numerous projects on the computer. Manufacturing could involve a mass produced project and construction could involve the study of house building and the actual construction of a scale model house. This course would have to be considered one of the best overall programs any student could become involved in. Various careers are examined and each student will study certain careers that they think they might like to pursue someday. _______
1 credit 1 Semester Grades 10-12 Prerequisite: Algebra I The emphasis of this course will be the design of and model building of residential housing systems. Both single and multiple- dwelling units will be designed and built. Conventional board drafting and Computer-Aided-Drafting, using AutoCAD, will be used in the design process throughout the course. Anamosa area homes will be toured throughout the term. The residential architectural variety in this area is unique for a community of its size. 322 Cold Metals 1 credit 1 Semester Grades 10-12 Prerequisite: Algebra I Cold Metals is a one term course that will include the study of industrial metals, their composition, their workability, and mach inability. This course will concentrate on metals which do not require heat and/or fire to shape, mold, form, pour or attach them. Sheet metal projects will teach students methods of mechanically fastening steel. Decorative wrought iron scroll work will also be done. Students will learn to drill and tap holes by hand and on machines. Students will first learn to machine metals by hand on the vertical mill and lathe, and then learn to program the machines and run their computer programs on our CN- C machines (Computer-Numerical Control). 312 Construction 1 credit 1 Semester Grades 9-12 Prerequisite: None Residential construction will be the emphasis of this course. All aspects of the construction of a new home will be covered. Selecting and buying a lot, lot layout, zoning and building codes, interpreting drawings and details, and financing used and new homes. Units in concrete block laying, residential electrical wiring, plumbing and finish carpentry will also be introduced to help prepare students as future home owners. The second half of the term will be used to construction lawn sheds of various sizes. This small hands-on project has emphasis on flooring, wall, and roofing systems.
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