PREREQUISITE: Keyboarding, or with instructor’s approval
GRADE LEVEL: 9-12
ELECTIVE/REQUIRED: Elective
UC/CSU a-g APPROVED: NO
CA Scholarship Federation: CSF Level III
EDUCATIONAL MATERIALS:
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Software: Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, and Publisher)
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Various handouts, simulations, and integrated projects.
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Text: Skateboards, Inc. – Microsoft Office Simulation
Course Description: In Business Computers, the student will explore, operate, and perform a multitude of functions on the computer. The student will focus on how computers can effectively and efficiently help him/her at home, school, and in the business world. Experience will be gleaned by utilizing a variety of software programs. Through a variety of assignments and integrated projects, the student will demonstrate his/her ability in mastering the software programs.
For More Classes, See the TCOVE Classes at the End of This Booklet
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COMPUTER GRAPHICS (ART & DESIGN) A-1745 B-1746
PREREQUISITE: Drawing or teacher Permission
GRADE LEVEL: 10-12
ELECTIVE/REQUIRED: Elective.
UC/CSU a-g APPROVED: YES
EDUCATIONAL MATERIALS:
1. Other: Adobe Photo Deluxe, Adobe Illustrator, Painter, and Wacom Graphics Tablets, Books, magazines, and notes
Course Description: Students will use the computer, scanner, digital cameras, various software programs, as well as traditional art techniques to explore computer art and design. Students will also cooperate in various learning activities involving art history, criticism, and aesthetic perception. A $10 fee is required for materials
MEDIA ACADEMY A-1730
PREREQUISITE: Word Processing or equivalent course
GRADE LEVEL: 11-12
ELECTIVE/REQUIRED: Elective
UC/CSU a-g APPROVED: NO
EDUCATIONAL MATERIAL:
1. Other Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access), Video-editing software, Re-writable CD-ROM, Video Camera
Course Description: In Senior Media Academy, the student(s) will select area of focus (community service hours, local historical events of significance, SCICON Counselor, etc.) and create a visual documentary/presentation of their committed work. The students will use a variety of multimedia programs and hardware to create the documentary, which will be burned onto a CD-ROM. The Compact Disk serves as a means of storing all the data and memorializing the achievement and advancement the student has made. Students will develop highly marketable skills in using the latest video-editing software/hardware, as well as allowing the student to further embellish his/her Senior Portfolio. Exit Interviewers as well as interested classes will view the finished work.
BEGINNING GAME PROGRAMMING THROUGH C++ A- 1759
PREREQUISITE: Completion of Algebra I and Introduction to Computer Programming.
GRADE LEVEL: 10-12
ELECTIVE/REQUIRED: Elective
UC/CSU a-g APPROVED: NO
CA Scholarship Federation: CSF Level III
EDUCATIONAL MATERIALS: Frequent use of the Internet will be required. Two important consequences result:
1. All participants must have a current and valid Internet Use Agreement.
2. Misuse of the Internet or loss of Internet privileges will be cause for withdrawal/failure from class.
Course Description: Cutting-edge computer games rival the best that Hollywood has to offer in entertainment and the key to achieving game interactivity is programming. There are literally thousands of programming languages, however, C++ is the game industry standard. Bottom line – if you want to program computer or video games professionally, you must know C++. This course introduces you to the C++ language from the game programming perspective. Programming topics covered include Variables, Standard I/O, Truth Branching & the game loop, For Loops & Arrays, the Standard Template Library, Functions, References, Pointers, Classes, Dynamic Memory, Inheritance & Polymorphism.
For More Classes, See the TCOVE Classes at the End of This Booklet
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INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTER PROGRAMMING & WEBSITE DESIGN A-1705 B-1706
PREREQUISITE: Completion of Algebra I or concurrent enrollment in Algebra I
GRADE LEVEL: 9-12
ELECTIVE/REQUIRED: Elective
UC/CSU a-g APPROVED: NO
CA Scholarship Federation: CSF Level II
EDUCATIONAL MATERIALS: Frequent use of the Internet will be required. Two important consequences result.
1. All participants must have a current and valid Internet Use Agreement.
2. Misuse of the Internet or loss of Internet privileges will be cause for withdrawal/failure from class.
Course Description: This introductory course to programming and the Internet will be taught with a hands on approach. Students will learn in the first term how to plan, build/construct, and maintain an actual web site. The students will learn about the basic technologies and web programming languages involved in the creation of a web site. Students will maintain, revise, and update a web site devoted to the high school. The second term of the course will be devoted to servicing and improving the school web-site developed in the first term and learning a programming language used in the development of websites. Students will learn the latest trends in programming, such as event driven programming and object-oriented programming. The first part of the term will focus on learning the programming working environment, basic principles of programming with an emphasis on the effective use of control structures, primitive data types, arrays, functions and the program development process. The second part of the course will focus on developing the students knowledge from the first term to make effective stand alone Windows applications, programs for Excel, Word, and web pages. The course will compliment the student’s mathematics curriculum, giving the student many varied opportunities to apply concepts from algebra.
Business Technology A-1721
PREREQUISITE: Keyboarding
GRADE LEVEL: 10 12
ELECTIVE/REQUIRED: Elective
UC/CSU a-g APPROVED: NO
CA Scholarship Federation: CSF Level III
EDUCATIONAL MATERIALS:
1. Text: Internet Office Projects, 2nd Edition
2. Simulations: Getting A Job, Checkbook, and Budgeting
Course Description: This is a one-semester course covering various real world career and business topics such as financial concepts, banking, business math, consumer skills, budgeting, money management, Business Law, Finance, Real Estate, and decision making related to career preparation and job acquisition. Students learn to be flexible in an ever-changing technological job environment. Computers are used in this course. Word processing skills will be reinforced through typing assignments and reports. Students will practice applying for a job by filling out job applications, typing letters of application, and thank you letters.
Accounting A-1712
PREREQUISITE: Keyboarding
GRADE LEVEL: 10 12
ELECTIVE/REQUIRED: Elective
UC/CSU a-g APPROVED: NO
CA Scholarship Federation: CSF Level II
EDUCATIONAL MATERIALS:
1. Text and Workbook: Century 21 Accounting: General Journal, Introductory Course, 8th Edition
Course Description: A one semester course designed to introduce students to accounting methods and practices and the complete accounting cycle. This course is beneficial to students who: anticipate owning their own business or entering the business world, or plan on pursuing a business major in college. This course is also beneficial to anyone who desires to learn how to keep personal financial records. In class, students will learn how to keep financial records for a service business organized as a proprietorship. Students will also complete and analyze financial statements of real-world businesses.
For More Classes, See the TCOVE Classes at the End of This Booklet
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Home Economics
CONSUMER ECONOMICS A-0660
PREREQUISITE: None
GRADE LEVEL: 12
ELECTIVE/REQUIRED: Required
UC/CSU a-g APPROVED: NO
CA Scholarship Federation: CSF Level II
EDUCATIONAL MATERIALS:
1. Texts: Consumer Education & Economics Glenco, 2003
Course Description:
Students will study the basic economic principles of micro and macro consumer economics. Students will gain a deeper understanding of the fundamental consumer economics concepts, applying the tools (graphs, statistics, equations) from other subject areas to the understanding of operations and institutions of economic systems. Students will study the twelfth grade content standards:
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Common economic terms and concepts and economic reasoning
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Analyze the elements of America’s market economy in a local and global setting
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Analyze the influence of the federal government on the American economy
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Analyze the elements of the U.S. labor market in a local and global setting
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Analyze the aggregate economic behavior if the U.S. economy.
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Analyze issues of international trade and explain how the U.S. economy affects, and is affected by, economic forces beyond the United State’s borders.
CHILD CARE DEVELOPMENT AND GUIDANCE A-0656 B-0657
PREREQUISITE: None
GRADE LEVEL: 9-12
UC/CSU a-g APPROVED: NO
EDUCATIONAL MATERIALS:
1. Texts: The Developing Child, Working with Children
2. Other: Classroom labs, guest speakers, videos, and computer aided instruction.
Course Description: Find out how to relate to children! Learn how children develop, and how you can positively influence the children in your life. Topics will include: physical, social, emotional, and intellectual growth and development, observing and interpreting behavior, promotion of health and safety practices, prenatal development, inherited characteristics, guidance and discipline, play and recreation, the influence of culture, the exceptional child, child abuse and neglect and changes affecting children. Expand your knowledge of child development and guidance and learn how to apply this knowledge to personal and family life situations while exploring the possibility of a career in child development or a variety of careers in education.
ON YOUR OWN A-0640 B-0641
PREREQUISITE: None
GRADE LEVEL: 12
ELECTIVE/REQUIRED: Elective
UC/CSU a-g APPROVED: NO
CA Scholarship Federation: CSF Level II
EDUCATIONAL MATERIALS:
1. Texts: Consumer Education & Economics Glencoe McGraw-Hill, 2003
Course Description: On Your Own is an elective class where students will learn life skills in consumer education and economics. Students will study basic microeconomics principles and will gain a deeper understanding of fundamental consumer economics concepts by applying these concepts in a variety of "learn by doing" projects.
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Non-Departmental Classes
HEALTH & WELLNESS A-1166
PREREQUISITE: None
GRADE LEVEL: 9
ELECTIVE/REQUIRED: Required
UC/CSU a-g APPROVED: NO
CA Scholarship Federation: CSF Level III
EDUCATIONAL MATERIALS:
1. Texts: Holt Health
2. Other: Videos, Handouts, Community Resources
Course Description: Family Life Education is a state required class that requires parent permission. In this course the student will learn about the sexual function of both the male and female, the basics in responsible decision-making, and be properly informed about the consequences of high-risk behavior. We will also cover AIDS education as required by AB11, birth control, sexually transmitted diseases, and teenage pregnancy.
DRIVERS EDUCATION A-1163
PREREQUISITE: None
GRADE LEVEL: 9
ELECTIVE/REQUIRED: Required
UC/CSU a-g APPROVED: NO
EDUCATIONAL MATERIALS:
1. Text: Drive Right, Drivers Handbook (DMV)
Course Description: This course will meet the graduation requirements for Provisional Licensing. The course follows the recommended state curriculum guide for Driver Education and includes substance awareness education. Students must by law attend 30 hours of class to receive credit.
BASIC DRIVER EDUCATION A-1201
PREREQUISITE: RSP Student
GRADE LEVEL: 9
ELECTIVE/REQUIRED: Required for RSP Student
UC/CSU a-g APPROVED: NO
EDUCATIONAL MATERIALS:
1. Texts: Tomorrow's Drivers
2. Other: Driver Guide Supplement
Course Description: This course will meet the graduation requirements for Provisional Licensing for those students enrolled in the Resource Specialist Program. The course follows the recommended state curriculum guide for Driver Education and includes substance awareness education.
AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination)
9A -0350 9B-0351 9-11 A-0358 B-0362 10A- 0352 10B 0353 11A- 0354 11-B 0355
PREREQUISITE: Entry interview and permission of instructor, college-prep courses.
GRADE LEVEL: 9 -12
ELECTIVE/REQUIRED: Elective
UC/CSU a-g APPROVED: NO
CA Scholarship Federation: CSF Level III
EDUCATIONAL MATERIALS:
1. Other: Guest Speakers, AVID study skills curriculum
Course Description: This course is designed to prepare students, who match AVID criteria, for four-year college eligibility. It will: 1. Provide academic instruction and other support to students to prepare them for eligibility to four-year colleges and universities, particularly the University of California and California State University Systems. 2. Give students college level entry skills. 3. Increase the "Coping Skills" of students. 4. Motivate students to seek a college education. 5. Increase the student's level of career awareness.
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AVID 12 Seminar A 0356 12 Seminar B 0357
PREREQUISITE:
GRADE LEVEL: 12
ELECTIVE/REQUIRED: Elective
UC/CSU a-g APPROVED: YES
CA Scholarship Federation: CSF Level II
Course Description: This course is designed to prepare students, who match AVID criteria, for four-year college eligibility. It will: 1. Provide academic instruction and other support to students to prepare them for eligibility to four-year colleges and universities, particularly the University of California and California State University Systems. 2. Give students college level entry skills. 3. Increase the "Coping Skills" of students. 4. Motivate students to seek a college education. 5. Increase the student's level of career awareness.
STUDENT ASSISTANT A-1430 B-1431
PREREQUISITE: Must have a 2.0 GPA and passed CAHSEE. Permission of teacher.
GRADE LEVEL: 10 12
ELECTIVE/REQUIRED: Elective
UC/CSU a-g APPROVED: NO
Course Description: Must be able to assist the teacher in clerical work. No student is allowed to handle confidential materials or to violate the privacy rights of another student. Students are evaluated on proficiency, dependability, business like conduct, promptness, cooperation and initiative.
LEADERSHIP- RENAISSANCE A-1460 B- 1463 C-1464
PREREQUISITE: Student council members and others who are interested in obtaining leadership skills
GRADE LEVEL: 9 12
ELECTIVE/REQUIRED: Elective
UC/CSU a-g APPROVED: NO
CA Scholarship Federation: CSF Level III
Course Description: This course is designed to develop the leadership skills of elected student council officers. This class will include individual and group activities that will coordinate with student council activities. Students will effectively learn to plan assemblies, fundraise, use database, publishing and Power Point software.
PEER EDUCATION & COUNSELING A-1470
PREREQUISITE 10 Interested in communication and natural helper skills. Must have 2.0 GPA and passed CAHSEE.
GRADE LEVEL: 11 12 Designation as peer counselor.
ELECTIVE/REQUIRED: Elective
UC/CSU a-g APPROVED: NO
CA Scholarship Federation: CSF Level III
EDUCATIONAL MATERIALS:
1. Texts: Natural Helpers Peer Meditation & Conflict Training Workbook.
Course Description: This class will meet as a regularly scheduled class on a daily basis. This class focuses on teaching students about health and contemporary social issues which they will learn to present in a relevant way to peers at the high school and middle school. A parallel component to the curriculum will be the emphasis on developing listening skills and problem solving skills, which students may use for peer counseling. This class will require substantive text materials, written critiques, reports, and case studies, student interaction role-plays and communication skills practice, peer counseling/meditation opportunities, and guest speakers from relevant community resource agencies.
ELEMENTARY TUTOR A-1439 B-1440
PREREQUISITE: Must have a 2.0 GPA and passed CAHSEE. Permission of teacher.
GRADE: 9 12
ELECTIVE/REQUIRED: Elective
UC/CSU a-g APPROVED: NO
Course Description: The instructor at F. J. White, Castle Rock or Woodlake Valley Middle School will interview the student. Each instructor will set up his/her own job description and grading standard. The student will be treated as a paid aide and will be evaluated as such.
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LIBRARY SCIENCE A-1442 B-1443
PREREQUISITE: Permission of instructor. Must have 2.0 GPA and passed CAHSEE.
GRADE LEVEL: 10 12
ELECTIVE/REQUIRED: Elective
UC/CSU a-g APPROVED: NO
Course Description: Must be able to perform routine work accurately without constant supervision and correction. Basic tasks include: shelving books and filing materials by alphabet and date. These tasks require the ability to arrange decimal numbers, names, titles, and dates, without assistance. Prospective library aides must demonstrate acceptable proficiency in the above in order to be enrolled in library science. This is not a graded class, pass only.
OFFICE PRACTICE/COUNSELING ASST. A-1420 B-1421 A-1432 B-1433
PREREQUISITE: Must have a 2.0 GPA and passed CAHSEE
GRADE LEVEL: 10 12
ELECTIVE/REQUIRED: Elective
UC/CSU a-g APPROVED: NO
Course Description: Must be able to perform routine office work without constant supervision. Basic tasks will be answering the telephone and taking messages, filing, alphabetizing, typing, and working on the computer. This is not a graded class, pass only.
ACADEMIC COMPETITION/STUDY SKILLS A-1466 B-1467
PREREQUISITE: Interest in Academic competition/Self Improvement
GRADE LEVEL: 9 12
ELECTIVE/REQUIRED: Elective
UC/CSU a-g APPROVED: NO
EDUCATIONAL MATERIALS:
1. Other: Academic Decathlon Handbook/Mock Trial Case
Course Description: Students will master the study skills necessary to increase their performance in the competition as well as regular classes. The content area of the class will focus on an in depth study of the areas included in the Academic Decathlon competition.
DOG ASSISTANCE PROGRAM A-1100 B-1101 C-1103
PREREQUISITE: None
GRADE LEVEL: 9-10
ELECTIVE/REQUIREMENT: Elective
UC/CSU a-g APPROVED: NO
CA Scholarship Federation: CSF Level III
EDUCATIONAL MATERIALS:
1. Texts: High School Assistance Dog Curriculum Guide
2. Other: Videos, Guest Speakers, Assistance Dog Institute Educational Materials.
Course Description: Students will be chosen for this program through an applications and interview process. Students will commit to a year-long program to train an Assistance Dog from the puppy stage through graduation in this two period a day class. The course is designed to prepare Assistance Dogs to be placed with disabled individuals, using the most up-to-date methodologies of dog training. The students will also take occupational field trips and learn how people with disabilities are overcome using resources such as assistance dogs. The program is an experiential learning program teaching social/humane values through interaction with dogs.
TCOVE ADV. DOG ASSISTANCE PROGRAM A-1105 B-1106 C-1107
PREREQUISITE: None
GRADE LEVEL: 10-12
ELECTIVE/REQUIREMENT: Elective
UC/CSU a-g APPROVED: NO
CA Scholarship Federation: CSF Level III
EDUCATIONAL MATERIALS:
1. Texts: High School Assistance Dog Curriculum Guide
2. Other: Videos, Guest Speakers, Assistance Dog Institute Educational Materials.
Course Description: Students will be chosen for this program through prior participation in the first year program or an application and interview process. Students will commit to a yearlong advanced program to train an Assistance Dog from the puppy stage through graduation and placement in this one period a day class. The course is designed to prepare Assistance Dogs to be placed with disabled individuals, using the most up-to-date methodologies of dog training. The students will also take occupational field trips and learn how people with disabilities are overcome using resources such as assistance dogs. The program is an experiential learning program teaching social/humane values through interaction with dogs. Life long parenting skills and responsibility are learned through the training of the dog.
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STUDENT STORE A-1755
PREREQUISITE: Permission of Teacher
GRADE LEVEL: 10-12
ELECTIVE/REQUIRED: Elective
UC/CSU a-g APPROVED: NO
EDUCATIONAL MATERIALS: Quick Books for Accounting
Course Description: This course is designed to introduce the student to the learning experiences related to the area of sales. Emphasis is on the development of attitudes, skills and understanding related to Marketing and Merchandising. Students will be involved in the operation of the campus Student Store.
LEARNING SKILLS /INDEPENDENT STUDY A-0305
PREREQUISITE: WF from a class
GRADE LEVEL: 9-12
ELECTIVE/REQUIRED: Required Elective
UC/CSU a-g APPROVED: NO
EDUCATIONAL MATERIALS:
1. Text: Individual to course
Course Description: This course is designed to give students, who have been withdrawn with an F grade from a course, the opportunity to earn elective credit. Credit will be earned at the rate of 1 unit for every 17 hours that the student works on assigned projects in OCS. The work will be basic study skills, reading, writing, portfolio assignments, and math improvement.
PRE SCHOOL AIDE A-1444 B-1445
PREREQUISITE: Performing on grade level in English and Math classes. Teacher permission. 2.0 GPA
GRADE: 9 12
ELECTIVE/REQUIRED: Elective
UC/CSU a-g APPROVED: NO
Course Description: The instructor at the Pre-School will interview the student. Each instructor will set up his/her own job description and grading standard. The student will be treated as a paid aide and will be evaluated as such.
SNACK BAR/CAFETERIA A-1454 / A-1455
PREREQUISITE: Must have a 2.0 GPA.
GRADE LEVEL: 9-12
ELECTIVE/REQUIRED: Elective
UC/CSU a-g APPROVED: NO
Course Description: In this introductory class the student will learn the basics of the food service industry. Through instructor demonstrations, student participation, and hands-on training the student will have a basic understanding and knowledge of the industry. Topics include: Safety and Sanitation, Meal Preparation, Set-Up and Clean-up, and guest satisfaction. Student will need to have a current TB test.
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