40 Credits Required
ENGLISH 9
LPHS-OHS - One Year Course
English 9
is a required course for all English proficient freshmen. The study of
literature includes a basic survey of core literary works, extended reading and
recreational reading. Students are introduced to various literary genres: short
story, novel, poetry, mythology, essay and drama. Students give oral
presentations and practice active listening strategies. Students use a variety
of writing types for various purposes and audiences using the writing process.
Writing assignments are based primarily on personal experience and on the study
of literature, moving from basic sentence structure and paragraph writing to
formal essays and research papers, using technology where appropriate.
ENGLISH 9 OPPORTUNITY
LPHS- One Year Course
This course is offered to students that did not
graduate from the 8th grade.
English
9-Opportunity meets the English 9 requirement for high school graduation.
This class provides structure and strategies for high school success while
covering the core curriculum.
ENGLISH 9-ELD
LPHS-OHS - One Year Course
English
9-ELD meets the English 9 requirement for all beginning, non-native speakers of
English. Students will become more proficient in the English language while
being exposed to the freshman level of core curriculum through teacher's use of
SDAIE
strategies
and modified instruction.
ENGLISH 9 ELD OPPORTUNITY
LPHS - One Year Course
English 9
ELD Opportunity class uses the California PASS Program as a supplement to the
regular curricular materials. The virtues of the PASS Program are appropriateness,
flexibility, and creditability. The program is appropriate for use with second
language learners in order to meet their need for courses that can be taken
for: full or partial credit, deficiencies, make-up
acceleration, graduation or promotion requirements, self-improvement or
enrichment
ENGLISH 9 HONORS
OHS - One Year Course
English 9
Honors is an accelerated course that meets the graduation requirement for
freshman English. A primary goal of this class is to prepare students for
advanced placement coursework. The study of literature includes world literary
works and extended reading. Students deepen their understanding of various
literary genres through intensive study of short stories, novels, poetry,
essays and drama. Students give oral presentations and practice active
listening strategies. Students use a variety of writing types for various
purposes and audiences using the writing process and using technology when
appropriate. Students respond to literature by writing narrative, descriptive
and analytical essays and research papers. Interpretive essays and explications
are emphasized.
Beginning English Language Development
(ELD)
LPHS - One Year Course
Beginning
English Language Development is a recommended course for all non-native English-speaking
students whose low level of English proficiency requires a full English
emersion program. This course is designed to increase the application of
English vocabulary to the skills necessary for a student's daily life. Using
meaningful situations, the course will integrate the four
language
skills (reading, writing, speaking and listening) to promote academic success
and to enable the student's adaptation to the culture of the United States.
Students enrolled in this course will be enrolled concurrently in English
9-ELD.
POWER READING (ELECTIVE CREDIT)
GRADE: 9 LPHS-OHS - One Year Course
Power
Reading is a course designed primarily for ninth grade students who need
further reading instruction. It provides both group and independent level reading
activities. It emphasizes the improvement of vocabulary; reading comprehension;
reading rate, fluency, flexibility, and purpose; study skills; reading in the
content areas; oral reading; and/or personal reading.
ENGLISH 10
LPHS-OHS - One Year Course
English 10
is a required course for all English proficient sophomore students. The study
of literature includes world literary works, extended reading and recreational
reading. Students deepen their understanding of various literary genres,
including short story, novel, poetry, essay and drama. Students give oral
presentations and practice active listening strategies. Students use a variety
of writing types for various purposes and audiences using the writing process.
Students respond to literature by writing narrative, descriptive and analytical
paragraphs, essays and research papers, using technology when appropriate.
ENGLISH 10 ELD
LP-OHS - One Year Course
English
10-ELD meets the English 10 requirements for all intermediate, non-native
speakers of English. Students will become more proficient in the English
language while being exposed to the sophomore level of core curriculum through
teacher's use of SDAIE strategies and modified instruction.
ENGLISH 10 ELD OPPORTUNITY
LP - One Year Course
English 10-ELD
Opportunity class uses the California PASS Program as a supplement to the
regular curricular materials. The virtues of the PASS program are
appropriateness, flexibility, and creditability. The program is appropriate for
use with second language learners in order to meet their need for courses that
can be taken for: full or partial credit, deficiencies, make-up
acceleration, graduation or promotion requirements, self-improvement or
enrichment
ENGLISH 10 OPPORTUNITY
LPHS - One Year Course
This course is offered to students that did not
graduate from the 8th grade.
English
10-Opportunity meets the English 10 requirement for high school
graduation. This class provides structure and strategies for high school
success while covering the core curriculum.
ENGLISH 10 HONORS
LPHS-OHS - One Year Course
English
10-Honors is an accelerated course that meets the graduation requirement for
sophomore English. A primary goal of this class is to prepare students for
advanced placement coursework. The study of literature includes world literary
works and extended reading. Students deepen their understanding of various
literary genres through intensive study of short stories, novels, poetry,
essays and drama. Students give oral presentations and practice active
listening strategies. Students use a variety of writing types for various
purposes and audiences using the writing process using technology when
appropriate. Students respond to literature by writing narrative, descriptive
and analytical essays and research papers. Interpretive essays and explications
are emphasized.
ENGLISH 11
LPHS-OHS - One Year Course
English 11
is a survey course that focuses on great American authors. There will be a
concentrated examination of each author's style, form, and philosophy, place in
history, and perceptions of human values and struggles. Through these great
writers and thinkers, students will gain a greater understanding of the
American journey. Students will demonstrate an understanding of each author's
themes and writing style.
ENGLISH 11-ELD
LPHS - One Year Course
English
11-ELD meets the English 11 requirement for all advanced, non-native speakers
of English. Students will become more proficient in the English language while
being exposed to the junior level of core curriculum through teacher's use of
SDAIE strategies and modified instruction.
ENGLISH 12
LPHS-OHS - One Year Course
English 12
is a survey course that focuses on great authors. There will be a concentrated
examination of each author's style, form, and philosophy, place in history, and
perceptions of human values and struggles. Through these great writers and
thinkers, students will gain a greater understanding of how the works are both
products of their times and expressions of universal, timeless values. Students
will demonstrate an under-standing of each author's themes and writing style.
ENGLISH 12-ELD
LPHS - One Year Course
English
12-ELD meets the English 12 requirement for all advanced, non-native speakers
of English. Students will become more proficient in the English language while
being exposed to the senior level of core curriculum through teacher's use of
SDAIE strategies and modified instruction.
ADVANCED PLACEMENT
ENGLISH LANGUAGE/COMPOSITION
GRADES: 11-12 - LPHS-OHS -
One Year Course
Prerequisite: Application
and/or teacher approval.
A.P.
English Language/Composition is an accelerated course that meets the graduation
requirement for junior or senior English. The primary goals of this class are
to prepare students for college level work and the opportunity of earning
college credit by passing the Advanced Placement examination. Sponsored by the
College Board, the AP Program is based on the premise that college-level
material can be taught successfully to able and well-prepared secondary
students. The study of literature includes world literary works and extended
reading. Students deepen their understanding of various literary genres through
intensive study of short stories, novels, poetry, essays and drama. Students give
oral presentations and practice active listening strategies. Students use a
variety of writing types for various purposes and audiences using the writing
process and using technology when appropriate. Students respond to literature
by writing narrative, descriptive and analytical essays and research papers.
Interpretive essays and explications are emphasized.
ADVANCED PLACEMENT
ENGLISH LANGUAGE/LITERATURE
GRADES: 11-12 -LPHS-OHS -
One Year Course
Prerequisite: Application
and/or teacher approval.
A.P. English
Language/Literature is an accelerated course that meets the graduation
requirement for junior or senior English. The primary goals of this class are
to prepare students for college-level work and the opportunity of earning
college credit by passing the Advanced Placement examination. Sponsored by the
College Board, the AP Program is based on the premise that college-level
material can be taught successfully to able and well-prepared secondary school
students. The study of literature includes world literary works and extended
reading. Students deepen their understanding of various literary genres through
intensive study of short stories, novels, poetry, essays and drama. Students
give oral presentations and practice active listening strategies. Students use
a variety of writing types for various purposes and audiences using the writing
process and using technology when appropriate. Students respond to literature
by writing narrative, descriptive and analytical essays and research papers.
Interpretive essays and explications are emphasized.
LITERATURE OF CONTROVERSY (SPEECH AND DEBATE)
LPHS GRADES 11-12, OHS GRADE: 12 - One Year Course Meets U-C A-G
Requirements
This is a
project-based course that will give students the opportunities for reading
fiction (One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest and Fahrenheit 451) and nonfiction.
Students will study SAT preparation, write college entrance essays, give
informative and persuasive speeches, and develop skills in oral presentations.
First quarter will provide students with many activities designed to help
achieve confidence in oral presentations. Second quarter will focus on
techniques of rhetoric that will contribute to effective communication. The
second semester will continue to be a project-based course that will give
students an opportunity for reading fiction (The Things They Carried, The Night
Thoreau Spent in Jail, and Inherit the Wind) and non-fiction. Students will
research, write and perform an original advocacy speech and will study various
debate formats, including the Lincoln/Douglas Debate. They will also have
opportunities for less formal in-class debate activities. The semester will
conclude with students orchestrating a multi-media presentation on a target
work of literature.
JOURNALISM: BUSINESS COMMUNICATIONS
LPHS-OHS – GRADES: 10-12 – (Sophomores receive 10 elective
credits. Juniors and Seniors receive 5
English and 5 elective credits) - One Year Course
This
course emphasizes business communications. Students will learn computer science
and information technology concepts by performing multiple tasks required to
develop and use appropriate resources to access, modify, and provide
information effectively. Students will learn the elements of a business plan
and its effect on the success of small business by preparing, describing and
presenting a business plan. Students will learn concepts, strategies, and
systems needed to interact effectively with others by utilizing effective
communication. Students will learn the concepts and promotional strategies needed
to communicate information about products, services, images, and/or ideas by
developing and presenting a promotional plan that will achieve a stated
outcome. Finally, students will learn the nature, importance and strategies of
the selling process by identifying the relationship between buying behaviors
and applied sales techniques utilized in the consumer, business and global
sales environments.
JOURNALISM: GRAPHIC
COMMUNICATIONS
LPHS-OHS – GRADES: 10-12 – (Sophomores receive 10 elective
credits. Juniors and Seniors receive 5
English and 5 elective credits) - One Year Course
This
course emphasizes graphic communications. Students will learn the historical,
social, and economic impact of the graphic communications industry in society.
Students will learn how basic design principles, typography, and illustration
are used to persuade, communicate, identify, attract attention, or create
action in a layout. Students will learn how to use the software, hardware,
materials and tools employed in a computerized desktop environment. Finally,
students will gain an understanding of career preparation and work ethics and
how they apply across all standards for students planning to successfully enter
an advanced course or career in the graphic communication industry.
CREATIVE WRITING: GET PUBLISHED
LPHS-OHS – GRADES: 11-12 - One Semester Course
This class
is for the student who is interested in creative writing and publishing. The
course helps students discover and define individual style and skill as well as
refine correct and creative writing through the study of literary masters and
daily writing practice. Students will write and produce major projects
involving a variety of creative modes. Students will research and participate
in the process of becoming a published writer.
12TH GRADE ENGLISH COURSE
OFFERINGS AT
Oroville High School
FEAR AND TREMBLING (CLASSIC AND NEO-GOTHIC LITERATURE) One
Semester Course
Fear and
Trembling is an investigative and reflective celebration of the literature of
the supernatural. Through the study of novels, short stories and films, the
student will experience and enjoy the shudders of terror delivered by the
otherworldly genre since the mid- 18th century. The course will deliver a
delectably macabre feast of ghosts, ghouls, haunted castles, decaying
graveyards, crumbling churches, and things that go bump in the night for those
with an appetite for fear and trembling. An additional emphasis will be on the
dark side of human nature that is both attracted to and repulsed by evil,
resulting in unpredictable and sometimes nightmarish mayhem that must
ultimately be vanquished by agents of goodness.
SCIENCE FICTION-BRIDGE TO THE FUTURE
One Semester Course
This class
is designed for students who like to delve into big ideas: What would happen if
human beings could change space and time? What if parallel universes really did
exist? What if there is alien intelligence? What if human beings could achieve,
through evolution or technology, a whole spectrum of mental powers? What if
part or all of humanity could become immortal? The concepts in this course test
our humanity against the challenges of different realities.
MAN AND THE ENVIRONMENT
One Semester Course
This class
will explore the ways in which humans perceive, interact with, and are
ultimately shaped by their surroundings. Readings will examine our multiple
views of nature and our dependence on or independence from the natural
environment.
HEROES JOURNEY (GILGAMESH TO SKYWALKER)
One Semester Course
Myths and
legends telling of journeys and quests are among the world's oldest stories.
From earliest times and in most cultures, heroes left the safety of their known
worlds on seemingly impossible tasks. Some were physical adventures; others
were spiritual quests; all dealt with the universal themes of the triumph of
courage over adversity, virtue over evil. Today, many of the stories we read
and films we enjoy are a continuation of the Hero's Journey pattern. This class
will explore the connection between ancient and modern quest stories. Students
will make comparisons between the fictional journeys and the challenges facing
people in the real world. They can learn from the experiences of others while
keeping alive a sense of adventure and wonder.
TWENTIETH CENTURY CONFLICTS
One Semester Course
Twentieth
Century Conflicts is an investigative and reflective literature/film course
designed to examine critical twentieth century American issues. Through the
study of fictional/non-fictional literature and documentary/ non-documentary
film, the student will gain a deeper understanding of important domestic and
international events that have had such a tremendous impact upon American
values and attitudes. With a strong emphasis on social and economical justice,
specific issues to be studied and discussed are: the labor movement, the
Russian Revolution, World War I, the Great Depression, the Nazi Party and
anti-Semitism, World War II, the post-WWII political witch hunts/ McCarthy era,
racism/ the Civil Rights movement, the Cold War, Vietnam, labor strikes,
Central America, the anti-nuclear/ peace-through-strength conflict,
environmental mismanagement, and technological dehumanization.
SHAKESPEARE FROM PAGE TO STAGE
One Semester Course
Shakespeare:
From Page to Stage is a class for students, college bound or not, to explore
the text of Shakespeare's work as it relates to their lives and in performance.
The course focuses on reading, writing, interpretation, and language. Students
use discussion groups, writing for a variety of audiences, performance of
scenes with differing interpretations, compare characters, themes and plots.
Students read at least three plays, whether across genre or within one area or
theme. They gain a background in interpreting, appreciating and staging
dramatic choices.
TOUGH GUYS AND MEAN STREETS LITERATURE
One Semester Course
Tough Guys
and Mean Streets is designed as a celebration of one of the most exciting
schools of writing during the 20th century. The hard-boiled genre, once viewed
by many critics as a mere sub current to mainstream American literature, has,
in recent years become widely accepted for its tremendous and enduring
influence on the development of American and European letters. Paced with
express-train velocity, and crackling with lean and muscular prose, the tough
guy/hard-boiled detective story pits the lone hero against brutal urban
landscapes seething with criminal conduct, no-holds-barred violence, and most
crucially, moral ambiguities. Standing shoulder to shoulder with the vicious
underworld and antagonistic police, the tough guy hero/heroine is a modern day
extension of the Western hero, whose guns blaze and spit the same righteous
punishment once meted out by the likes of Wild Bill Hickock, Bat Masterson and
Wyatt Earp. The odds for survival, however, are weighed heavily against
him/her. The hours are endless and he/she drives a beat-up sedan; but, most
importantly, his/her code is honor and his/her courage drives the carriage of
justice to safety. He/she knows that there's a bullet waiting for him/her out
there, but there is never a doubt in his/her mind that it is down these mean
streets a man/woman must go.
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AP STATISTICS (ELECTIVE CREDIT)
gRADES: 11-12 – lphs-ohs – ONE year COURSE
PREREQUISITE:
ALGEBRA II OR MATH ANALYSIS
AP
Statistics gives students hands-on experience collecting, analyzing, graphing, and
interpreting real-world data. They will learn to effectively design and analyze
research studies by reviewing and evaluating real research examples taken from
daily life. The next time they hear the results from another poll or study,
they will know whether the results are valid. As the art of drawing conclusions
from imperfect data and the science of real world uncertainties, statistics
plays an important role in many fields. The equivalent of an introductory
college-level course, AP Statistics prepares students for the AP Exam and for
further study in science, sociology, medicine, engineering, political science,
geography, and business.
AP
Calculus
Grades: 11–12 - LPHS-OHS
- One Year Course - Prerequisite: Grace
of “C” of better in Pre Calculus and/or teacher recommendation.
The advanced placement (AP) calculus course is taught with
the same level of depth and rigor as are entry-level college and university
calculus courses. It will prepare students for success on the College Board
Advanced Placement Calculus AB Examination. The course presents elements of
analytic geometry, parametric equations, vectors in a plane, methods, and
application of integration. Calculators are required with log and trig
functions; no instruction is given with log and trig functions.
In the spring, students are encouraged to take the College Board Advanced
Placement Mathematics Examination, Calculus AB, which, if passed with a score
of 3 or higher (according to a college' or university's policy), allows them to
receive college credit in mathematics. The test is not a requirement of the
course.
Pre
Calculus
Grade: 10-12 - LPHS-OHS - One Year Course
Prerequisite: Grade of “C” or better in Advanced Algebra
and/or permission of instructor.
Pre Calculus is a course designed to prepare students for
the first course of college calculus. Intermediate algebra, analytic geometry,
and trigonometry are integrated with other important topics emphasizing
functions, limits, sequences, and derivatives. The presentations of these topics
develop an intuitive base and tools for the study of more advanced mathematics.
Advanced
Algebra
Grade: 10-12 - LPHS-OHS
- One Year Course
Prerequisite: Grade of “C” or better in Geometry and/or
teacher recommendation.
Advanced
Algebra is a course designed to encourage interest and proficiency in basics
and advanced algebra, such as quadratic equations, the imaginary number system,
logarithms, and matrices. This course will satisfy minimum college entrance
requirements in the fields of mathematics, science, engineering, and
architecture.
Geometry
Grades: 9-12 - LPHS-OHS - One Year Course - Prerequisite: Grade of “C” or better in second semester of
Algebra I, Algebra B, or Geometry A, and/or teacher recommendation.
Geometry is a college preparatory course designed to present
the essential geometric facts. The course relates these facts to the arts,
trades, and sciences. Major emphasis is placed on developing a mode of
geometric proof as an example of a definite system of logic basic to all
deductive thinking in life.
Geometry
A
Grade: 9-12 - LPHS - One Year Course
Prerequisite: Grade of “C” or better in second semester of
Algebra I or Algebra B, and/or teacher recommendation.
Geometry A
is a college preparatory course designed to meet the needs of high school
students who do not already have the skills to complete geometry in one year.
These skills will be taught and reinforced as the geometry concepts are
introduced. The course covers the first semester of geometry in one year. It
relates the essential geometric facts to the arts, trades, and sciences. Major
emphasis is placed on developing a mode of geometric proof as an example of a
definite system of logic basic to all deductive thinking in life. The geometry
course that follows geometry A will reinforce the essential geometry concepts
and skills taught in this course and provide instruction in the remaining
geometry concepts to meet the college entrance requirements for one year of geometry.
Algebra
I
Grade: 9-12 - LPHS-OHS - One Year Course
Prerequisite: Grade of “C” or better in Pre-Algebra and/or
teacher recommendation.
Algebra I is a course that will meet the district's algebra
graduation requirement and prepares students for the California High School
Exit Exam. Students should have a solid background in the basic skills of
arithmetic including fractions, integers, and equation-solving. Areas of
emphasis include the study of rational numbers, factoring, polynomials, ordered
pairs and graphing, radicals, and
quadratic equations.
Algebra
A / aLGEBRA B
Grade: 9 -12 - LPHS-OHS -
Two Year Course
Prerequisite: Pre-Algebra, and/or
teacher recommendation.
Algebra A/B is a course that will meet the district's
algebra graduation requirement and prepares students for the California High
School Exit Exam. Students should have a solid background in the basic skills
of arithmetic including fractions, integers, and equation-solving. Areas of
emphasis include the study of rational numbers, factoring, polynomials, ordered
pairs and graphing, radicals, and quadratic equations.
Pre
Algebra
Grade: 9-10 - LPHS - One
Year Course
Students are adept at manipulating numbers and equations and
understand the general principles at work. Students understand and use
factoring of numerators and denominators and properties of exponents. They know
the Pythagorean theorem and solve problems in which they compute the length of
an unknown side. Students know how to compute the surface area and volume of
basic three-dimensional objects and understand how area and volume change with
a change in scale. Students make conversions between different units of
measurement. They know and use different representations of fractional numbers
(fractions, decimals, and percents) and are proficient at changing from one to
another. They increase their facility with ratio and proportion, compute
percents of increase and decrease, and compute simple and compound interest. They
graph linear functions and understand the idea of slope and its relation to
ratio.
FOUNDATIONS
OF Algebra
Grade: 9-10 - LPHS - One
Year Course
Students master the four arithmetic operations with whole
numbers, positive fractions, positive decimals, and positive and negative
integers; they accurately compute and solve problems. They apply their
knowledge to statistics and probability. Students understand the concepts of
mean, median, and mode of data sets and how to calculate the range. They
analyze data and sampling processes for possible bias and misleading
conclusions; they use addition and multiplication of fractions routinely to
calculate the probabilities for compound events. Students conceptually
understand and work with ratios and proportions; they compute percentages
(e.g., tax, tips, interest). Students know about pi and the formulas for the
circumference and area of a circle. They use letters for numbers in formulas
involving geometric shapes and in ratios to represent an unknown part of an expression.
They solve one-step linear equations.
Other Mathematics options
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AGRICULUTRAL FOUNDATIONS OF ALGEBRA
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ACCOUNTING
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TECHNOLOGY EXPLORATION AND DESIGN
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MECHANICAL DRAFTING 1 A/B
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R.O.P. RETAILING
EARTH SCIENCE
GRADES: 9-10 -
LPHS-OHS - One Year Course
This
course offers a foundation in the earth sciences and the scientific method. The
course provides students an opportunity to learn science by receiving direct
instruction, reading textbooks and supplementary materials, using technology to
acquire and process information, solving standards-based problems, performing
laboratory investigations and experiments. The major units of study include:
solar system; stars, galaxies, and the universe; dynamic earth processes;
energy in the earth system; heating of earth's surface/atmosphere; climate;
biogeochemical cycles; structure and composition of the atmosphere; California
geology; scientific method; statistics, data analysis and probability; careers
and employability in agriculture; projects; record keeping, and interpersonal
leadership development. Standards that all students are expected to achieve in
earth science are unmarked; standards that all students should have the
opportunity to learn in earth science are marked with an asterisk (*). The
California Standards Tests will not include test items for the asterisked
content standards. However, the Golden State Exam will likely assess asterisked
content standards in tests developed for 2003.
GENERAL BIOLOGY
GRADES: 10-12 - LPHS-OHS - One Year Course
Prerequisite: Must complete Earth Science requirement.
A non-college pre/biology course designed for students
without a strong science background. Introduces major biological concepts.
Emphasis on laboratory activities including dissection of preserved specimens
to reinforce understanding and provide practical application of biological
principles. This class satisfies the Life Science Core Curriculum requirement
for graduation. Emphasis is placed on laboratory investigation.
COLLEGE PREPATORY BIOLOGY
GRADES: 10-12 (9th grade with instructor approval)
LPHS-OHS - One Year Course
Prerequisite: Must complete Earth Science requirement
This course offers an introduction to the diversity of
plants and animals and to the biological processes and principles governing the
living conditions. Emphasis is placed on laboratory investigations.
NOTE: This course meets
the CSU and U.C. “A-G Subject” requirement.
A.P. BIOLOGY
GRADES: 10-12 -
LPHS-OHS - One Year Course\
Prerequisite: Grade of "B" or better in
College Prep Biology or instructor approval. Students who are taking Chemistry
concurrently or have had Chemistry will be given preference in case of
"over enrollment".
The Advanced Placement Biology course is designed to be the
equivalent of a college introductory biology course usually taken by biology
majors during their first year. AP Biology is an in-depth survey of molecular,
cellular, organismal, and population biology. Students who pass the AP Biology
exam receive six units of credit at most colleges, including the University of
California.
NOTE: This course meets the CSU and
U.C. “A-G Subject” requirement.
CHEMISTRY
GRADES: 10-12 - LPHS - One Year Course
Prerequisite: One Year Course of laboratory
science, concurrent enrollment in Advanced Algebra.
Chemistry
is an inquiry into the composition of and interactions between substances. It
is designed to acquaint the student with the laws of the physical environment
through the use of laboratory experiments. Chemistry includes the study of
characteristics of chemical reactions, chemical periodicity, and chemical bonding
in solids, liquids and gases. The chemistry laboratory is the basis from which
the advanced sciences are developed. College Preparatory.
NOTE: This course meets
the CSU and U.C. “A-G Subject” requirement.
PHYSICS
GRADES: 10-12 - LPHS-OHS - One Year Course - Prerequisite:
One Year Course of
laboratory science, concurrent enrollment in Advanced Algebra.
Physics is
quantitative study which includes energy, mechanics, wave motion, light, sound,
heat and electricity. It is designed to acquaint the student with the laws of
the physical environment through the use of laboratory experiments.
Applications to modern Physics are emphasized. Physics is an essential course
for those students considering technical or engineering careers.
NOTE: This course meets
the CSU and U.C. “A-G Subject” requirement.
ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY
GRADES; 11-12 - LPHS - One Year Course - Prerequisite: Grade of "C" or better in College Prep Biology or instructor approval. Students who are taking Chemistry concurrently or have had Chemistry will be given preference in case of "over enrollment".
This course
will provide students with a foundation of knowledge regarding the structures
and functions of the systems of the human body. Emphasis will be placed on
laboratory laboratory and clinical case studies to illustrate anatomical and
physiological concepts.
NOTE: This course meets
the CSU and U.C. “A-G Subject” requirement.
HONORS ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY
GRADES; 11-12 - LPHS - One Year Course - Prerequisite:
Grade of "B" or better in
College Prep Biology, "C" or better in Chemistry, or Instructor
approval. Students must be concurrently enrolled or have completed Advanced
Algebra.
This course is intended for college bound students who are interested in a medical or science related field. It will provide students with a foundation of knowledge regarding the structures and functions of the systems of the human body. Emphasis will be placed on laboratory and clinical case studies to illustrate anatomical and physiological concepts. A research and practical application component are included.
NOTE: This course meets
the CSU and U.C. “A-G Subject” requirement.
Other Science options
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AGRICULTURAL EARTH SCIENCE
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AGRICULUTRAL LIFE SCIENCE
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AGRICULTURAL BIOLOGY
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ANIMAL SCIENCE
GEOGRAPHY
GRADE: 9 - LPHS-OHS Semester Course
Students in grade nine must realize one of the realities of the
contemporary world is the increasing influence of other nations in the daily
life of the American citizen. This course in 20th Century Geography and
Technology is designed to provide an understanding of the distribution and
characteristics of the world's major cultures and of the dynamics of human
migration and cultural diffusion. Emphasis will be placed on the cultures of
the world and a technology based student presentation. Ninth grade geography is
a foundation course to World History, United States History, Government, and
Economics.
Geography
9 OPPORTUNITY
GRADE:
9 – LPHS - Semester Course
This course is offered to students that did not
graduate from the 8th grade. Geography 9-Opportunity meets the Geography
requirement for high school graduation. This class provides structure and
strategies for high school success while covering the core curriculum.
Geography
9 ELD OPPORTUNITY
GRADE:
9 – LPHS - Semester Course
Geography
ELD Opportunity class uses the California PASS Program as a supplement to the
regular curricular materials. The virtues of the PASS program are
appropriateness, flexibility, and creditability. The program is appropriate for
use with second language learners in order to meet their need for courses that
can be taken for: full or partial credit, deficiencies make-up, acceleration,
graduation or promotion requirements, or self-improvement or enrichment.
WORLD
HISTORY - THE MODERN WORLD
GRADE: 10 - LPHS-OHS - One Year Course
Students
in grade ten study major turning points that shaped the modern world, from the
late 18th century through the present, including the cause and course of the
two world wars. They trace the rise of democratic ideas and develop an
understanding of the historical roots of current world issues, especially as they
pertain to international relations. They extrapolate from the American
experience that democratic ideals are often achieved at a high price, remain
vulnerable and are not practiced everywhere in the world. Students develop an
understanding of current world issues and relate them to their historical,
geographic, political, economic, and cultural contexts. Students consider
multiple accounts of events in order to understand international relations from
a variety of perspectives.
HONORS WORLD HISTORY - THE MODERN WORLD
GRADE: 10 - LPHS-OHS - One Year Course
Students must complete all of the assignments for World
History and two additional research
assignments determined by the student and the instructor.
WORLD HISTORY - OPPORTUNITY – THE MODERN WORLD
GRADE: 10 - LPHS - One Year Course
This course is offered to students that did not
graduate from the 8th grade. World History 10-Opportunity meets the World History
requirement for high school graduation. This class provides structure and
strategies for high school success while covering the core curriculum.
WORLD HISTORY - ELD OPPORTUNITY- THE MODERN
WORLD
GRADE: 10 - LPHS - One Year Course
History/Social
Studies ELD Opportunity class uses the California PASS Program as a supplement
to the regular curricular materials. The virtues of the PASS program are
appropriateness, flexibility, and creditability. The program is appropriate for
use with second language learners in order to meet their need for courses that
can be taken for: full or partial credit, deficiencies make-up, acceleration,
graduation or promotion requirements, or self-improvement or enrichment.
UNITED STATES HISTORY: CONTINUITY AND CHANGE IN
THE 20TH CENTURY
GRADE: 11 -
LPHS-OHS - One Year Course
Students in
grade eleven study the major turning points in American history in the 20th
century. Following a review of the nation's beginnings and the impact of the
Enlightenment on United States' democratic ideals, students build upon the
tenth grade study of global industrialization to understand the emergence and
impact of new technology and a corporate economy, including the social and
cultural effects. They trace the change in the ethnic composition of American
society, the movement towards equal rights for racial minorities and women, and
the role of the United States as a major world power. An emphasis is placed on
the expanding role of the federal government and federal courts as well as the
continuing tension between the individual and the state. Students consider the
major social problems of our time and trace their causes in historical events.
They learn that the United States has served as a model for other nations and
that the rights and freedoms we enjoy are not accidents, but the results of a
defined set of political principles that are not always basic to citizens of
other countries. Students understand that our rights under the United States
Constitution comprise a precious inheritance that depends on an educated
citizenry for their preservation and protection.
A.P. UNITED STATES HISTORY
GRADE: 11 -
LPHS-OHS - One Year Course - Prerequisite: Teacher Approval
The
Advanced Placement Program in United States History is designed to provide
students with the analytic skills and factual knowledge necessary to deal
critically with the problems and materials in United States history. The
program prepares students for intermediate and advanced college courses by
making demands upon them equivalent to those made by full-year introductory
college courses. This course meets and exceeds the California standards in that
there is intensive study on the pre-Civil War era of American history. This
course will begin with the discovery of the New World. Students should learn to
assess historical materials -- their relevance to a given interpretive problem,
their reliability, and presented in historical scholarship. An Advanced
Placement United States History course will develop the skills necessary to
arrive at conclusions on the basis of an informed judgment and to present
reasons and evidence clearly and persuasively in essay format. Students taking
the Advanced Placement course are expected but not required to take the
Advanced Placement test.
GOVERNMENT - PRINCIPLES OF AMERICAN DEMOCRACY
GRADE: 12 -
LPHS-OHS – One Semester Course
Students
in grade twelve pursue a deeper understanding of the institutions of American
government. They compare systems of government in the world today and analyze
the life and changing interpretations of the Constitution, the Bill of Rights, and
the current state of the legislative, executive, and judiciary branches of
government. An emphasis is placed on analyzing the relationships among federal,
state, and local governments, with particular attention paid to important
historical documents such as The Federalist Papers. These standards represent the culmination of civic literacy as
students prepare to vote, participate in community activities, and assume the
responsibilities of citizenship.
ADVANCED PLACEMENT GOVERNMENT AND POLITICS (Pending Board
Approval) - GRADE: 12 -
LPHS-OHS - One Semester Course - Prerequisite: Teacher Approval
AP
U.S. Government and Politics studies the structure and operations of the U.S.
government and the behavior of the electorate and politicians. Students will gain
the analytic perspective necessary to critically evaluate political data,
hypotheses, concepts, opinions, and processes. Along the way, they will learn
how to gather data about political behavior and develop their own theoretical
analysis of American politics. They will also build the skills they need to
examine general propositions about government and politics, and to analyze the
specific relationships between political, social, and economic institutions.
The equivalent of an introductory college-level course, AP U.S. Government and
Politics prepares students for the AP Exam and for further study in political
science, law, education, business and history. Students are encouraged but not
required to take the AP Exam.
PRINCIPLES OF ECONOMICS
GRADE: 12 - LPHS-OHS – One Semester Course
In
addition to studying government in grade twelve, students will also master
fundamental economic concepts, applying the tools (graphs, statistics, and
equations) from other subject areas to the understanding of operations and
institutions of economic systems. Studied in a historic context are the basic
economic principles of micro and macroeconomics, international economics,
comparative economics system measurement, and methods.
HONORS PRINCIPLES OF ECONOMICS
GRADE: 12 - LPHS-OHS – One Semester Course
Honors
students will also focus on economics in the context of present-day global
life. Students will explore economic and social issues such as unemployment,
poverty, third world countries and multinational corporations, environmental
concerns, and international trade. This course has a comprehensive written
final exam.
ONLINE AP MACROECONOMICS
GRADES: 11-12 – One Semester Course
Prerequisite: Algebra II or math analysis
AP
Macroeconomics is a course designed to provide students with a thorough
understanding of the principles of economics in examining aggregate economic
behavior. Students taking the course can expect to learn how the measures of
economic performance, such as GDP, inflation and unemployment, are constructed
and how to apply them to evaluate the macroeconomic conditions of an economy.
Students will also learn the basic analytical tools of macroeconomics,
primarily the aggregate demand and aggregate supply model and its application
in the analysis and determination of national income, as well as evaluating the
effectiveness of fiscal policy and monetary policy in promoting economic growth
and stability. Recognizing the global nature of economics, students will also
have ample opportunities to examine the impact of international trade and
international finance on national economies. Various economic schools of
thought are introduced as solutions to economic problems are considered. The equivalent of a 100-level college-level
class, this course prepares students for the AP Exam and for further study in
business, political science and history.
ONLINE AP MACROECONOMICS
GRADES: 11-12 – One semester course
Prerequisite: Algebra I
AP
Microeconomics studies the behavior of individuals and businesses as they exchange
goods and services in the marketplace. Students will learn why the same product
costs different amounts at different stores, in different cities, and at
different times. They will also learn to spot patterns in economic behavior and
how to use those patterns to explain buyer and seller behavior under different
economic conditions. Microeconomics studies the economic way of thinking,
understanding the nature and function of markets, the role of scarcity and
competition, the influence of factors such as interest rates on business
decisions, and the role of government in promoting a healthy economy. The
equivalent of an introductory college-level course, AP Micro-economics prepares
students for the AP Exam and for further study in business, history, and
political science.
ONLINE AP SOCIOLOGY
GRADES: 11-12 – One Semester Course
Prerequisite: Algebra I
Honors
Sociology students learn the why and how of human diversity. Sociologists have
always explained social phenomena using examples from many cultures and
societies. Because people in all parts of the world are now able to communicate
almost instantaneously by phone, fax, and e-mail, and because there are
economic and political ties to all parts of the world, it is all the more
imperative that we consider the implications of our global group memberships.
As we study the concepts, basic topics, and principles of sociology, we are
reminded to think multiculturally and globally.
PSYCHOLOGY
GRADES: 11-12 - LPHS - One Year Course
This course is designed to introduce students to the vast
and diverse field of psychology. The
program is based on the High School Psychology Standards as developed by the
American Psychological Association.
This program provides the educational tools necessary to teach students
the principles, concepts, and theories that constitute the core of the study of
psychology.
ONLINE HONORS PSYCHOLOGY
(ELECTIVE CREDIT)
GRADES: 11-12 – One Semester Course
Prerequisite: One year of Biology
Honors
Psychology provides an overview of current psychological research methods and
theories. Students will explore the therapies used by professional counselors
and clinical psychology and examine the reasons for normal human reactions: how
people learn and think, the process of human development and human aggression,
altruism, intimacy, and self-reflection. They will study core psychological
concepts, such as the brain and sense functions, and learn to gauge human
reactions, gather information, and form meaningful syntheses. Along the way,
students will also investigate relevant concepts like study skills and
information retention. The equivalent of a 100-level college survey course,
Honors Psychology prepares students for further studies in psychology and life
sciences.
PHYSICAL EDUCATION
GRADES: 9 -
LPHS-OHS – One Year Course
This is a
foundation program required of all students. The students are exposed to most of
the activities that are offered in school. Emphasis is based on safety, big
muscle activities that develop endurance, strength, agility, flexibility and
coordination.
ADVANCED PHYSICAL EDUCATION
GRADES: 10-12 -
LPHS-OHS - One Year Course
Students will
be involved in a program with wider variety of carryover, recreational skills
as well as opportunities to continue in some competitive group activities.
Emphasis will be based on safety, understanding the significance of physical
fitness and conditioning as a life time pursuit.
WEIGHTS AND CONDITIONING
Grades: 10-12 -
LPHS-OHS - One Year Course
Weights
and Conditioning involves developing muscular strength and endurance through
weight training and cardiovascular conditioning. The students will learn to
identify muscle groups and what training techniques develop them. They will
also learn several types of programs suitable for various sports and
lifestyles.
ELECTIVE COURSEOfferings
at Las Plumas and Oroville High Schools 60 Credits Required |
AGRICULTURE
LPHS
Personal Education
Plan
Career Pathways in Agricultural Mechanics,
Animal Science, and Plant Science, and in related Technologies will be
developed for each student and will determine their course of study. Academic
Core course work in math, science and humanities will be integrated into the
themes of the Institute to provide current relevant instruction for every
student. Renewable Natural Resources, the importance of Environmental Sciences,
The Role of Ecology in human efforts at Natural Resource Management, The role
of government agencies in conservation, the relationship between Agriculture
and pest management practices and the environment.
Course Sequence for
Agricultural Mechanics
|
Career Prep Core Grades 9 & 10 |
Career Transition Grades 10 &11 |
Career Cluster Grades 11 & 12 |
|
Ag Mechanics I |
Ag Mechanics II |
ROP Equip/Const. |
Course Sequence for
Animal Science
|
Career Prep Core Grades 9 & 10 |
Career Transition Grades 10 &11 |
Career Cluster Grades 11 & 12 |
|
Ag Science or Ag Earth Science |
Animal Science or Vet Skills or Ag Biology |
Animal Science or Vet Skills or Ag Biology |
Course Sequence for
Ornamental Horticulture
|
Career Prep Core Grades 9 & 10 |
Career Transition Grades 10 &11 |
Career Cluster Grades 11 & 12 |
|
Ag Science or Ag Earth Science |
Floriculture I or Horticulture I |
Floriculture II or Horticulture II |
AGRICULTURAL
FOUNDATIONS OF ALGEBRA (Math Credit)
GRADES: 9-12 - One Year Course
Students master the four arithmetic operations with whole
numbers, positive fractions, positive decimals, and positive and negative
integers; they accurately compute and solve problems. They apply their
knowledge to statistics and probability. Students understand the concepts of
mean, median, and mode of data sets and how to calculate the range. They
analyze data and sampling processes for possible bias and misleading
conclusions; they use addition and multiplication of fractions routinely to
calculate the probabilities for compound events. Students conceptually understand
and work with ratios and proportions; they compute percentages (e.g., tax,
tips, interest). Students know about pi and the formulas for the circumference
and area of a circle. They use letters for numbers in formulas involving
geometric shapes and in ratios to represent an unknown part of an expression.
They solve one-step linear equations. Students apply mathematical concepts and
skills learned to real-life problems in agriculture.
AGRICULTURAL EARTH SCIENCE (Science
Credit)
GRADES: 9-12 - One Year Course
This integrated academic-vocational course is recommended
for all freshmen who are interested in exploring science-related careers in
agriculture and applying their classroom learning to real life and workplace
situations. It offers a foundation in the earth sciences, the California
agriculture basic core, and the scientific method. The course provides students
an opportunity to learn science by receiving direct instruction, reading
textbooks and supplementary materials, using technology to acquire and process
information, solving standards-based problems, performing laboratory
investigations and experiments, and participating in supervised occupational
experience projects and FFA leadership activities. The major units of study
include: solar system; stars, galaxies, and the universe; dynamic earth
processes; energy in the earth system; heating of earth's surface/atmosphere;
climate; biogeochemical cycles; structure and composition of the atmosphere;
California geology; scientific method; statistics, data analysis and
probability; careers and employability in agriculture; projects; record
keeping, and interpersonal leadership development
AGRICULTURAL LIFE SCIENCE I (Science
Credit)
GRADE: 9-12 - One Year Course
This introductory course is recommended for all freshmen
Interested in agriculture. It covers the fundamentals of plant and animal
science and gives training in leadership. Production and processing of
agricultural products and related services and businesses are studied. Students
will develop a foundation in science while acquiring a broad understanding of
the major facets of modern agriculture. It offers a foundation in the life
sciences, the California agriculture basic core, and the scientific method. It
also provides opportunities to participate in laboratory experiments,
Supervised Occupational Experience projects, and FFA leadership activities.
This course meets the minimum science graduation requirement of one year of
life science and prepares the students for other science and agricultural courses
offered.
AGRICULTURAL BIOLOGY (Science Credit)
GRADES: 10-12 (9th w/
instructor approval) - One Year Course Prerequisite:
Students must be enrolled in Algebra A or higher (exceptions
must be made by approval of the instructor)
Agricultural Biology is a one-year laboratory
science course designed for the college-bound student with career interests in
agriculture. Using agriculture as the learning vehicle, the course emphasizes
the biological principles and central concepts. The course centers on an
extensive laboratory component to connect the principles of life science with
agricultural applications, other curricular areas and other scientific
disciplines. This course meets the Life Science laboratory "D"
requirements for entrance into the University of California and California
State University systems. A grade of "B" or better will qualify the
student for U.C. Credit.
ANIMAL SCIENCE (Science or Vocational
Credit)
GRADES: 10-12 - One Year Course
Prerequisite: Ag Science or Agricultural Earth Science and/or
pre-approval by instructor
Animal science is a one year advanced agricultural science
course that will provide advanced understanding of livestock agriculture and
issues affecting society, animal welfare, and production systems. Animal
nutrition, anatomy and physiology, health, reproduction, genetics, and
management through evaluation and selection will be stressed. Biotechnology and
emerging technologies are creating excitement in agricultural industry. This
course allows students to be actively involved in the learning process.
Veterinary Skills
Grades 11-12 - One Year
Course
Prerequisites: Ag Life Science and Animal Science
This course is designed to develop a foundation in Animal
Health and the skills dealing with these animals. This course will provide the
fundamentals and basics that involve veterinary medicine including the
terminology and techniques that are needed for safety and efficiency for
handling and caring for pets and animals in production. Students will gain
skills and knowledge to manage multiple clinical tasks as well as office
procedures. This course in designed to prepare the students with applications
of current and realistic medical situations that would be encountered in the
veterinarian industry.
HORTICULTURE I
GRADES: 10-12 - One Year Course
Prerequisite: Agricultural Life Science
The major emphasis of this course is to provide
opportunities for students to develop knowledge and skills in the booming
horticulture industry. Class study includes identification and use of
ornamental plants, landscaping, and nursery plant production. Similarly,
outdoor labs stress soils and plant nutrients, insects and diseases, greenhouse
and nursery management, pruning, and equipment maintenance. Other activities offer
opportunities in landscape design and construction, turf installation and
management, plant production and sales. Individual student projects and the FFA
program are integral parts of the course.
HORTICULTURE II
GRADE: 11-12 - One Year Course
Prerequisite: Horticulture I
The major emphasis of Horticulture is to provide advanced
opportunities for students to develop knowledge and skills in horticulture and
related industries. Class study includes additional identification and use of
ornamental plants in landscaping, and design installation and maintenance.
Similarly, outdoor labs stress student driven projects, greenhouse and nursery
management and development of a school site garden center. Activities offer
opportunities in landscape design and construction, irrigation, turf
installation and management, and plant production and sales. Through FFA award
programs students will have the opportunity to showcase their efforts.
FLORICULTURE I
GRADES: 10-12 - One Year Course
Prerequisite: Agricultural Science recommended
This is a first-year course in the fundamentals of the
visual arts. This process-oriented course will provide the student with a
perceptual base necessary for understanding artistic perception, creative
expression, historical-cultural contexts, aesthetic valuing, and applications
of visual arts to the art of floral design.
FLORICULTURE II
GRADES: 10-12 - One Year Course
Prerequisite:
Floriculture I
The major emphasis of Floriculture is to provide students with
advanced activities in floral techniques, processes, and operations through
floral arranging. Particular attention is given to student recognition and
application of the design and arrangement skills. Students participate in
design and construction activities involving dish gardens, floral displays, and
live flowers. The course covers safe use of tools and materials; and the
recognition, propagation, and cultural practices of common floral and foliage
plants. Students will exhibit an
advanced portfolio that demonstrates their floral design and display skills.
FORESTRY AND NATURAL RESOURCES
GRADES: 10-12 - One Year Course
Prerequisite:
Agricultural Life Science recommended or Instructor approval
This course will provide an introduction to Forestry and Natural
Resources with planned activities in ecology, plant, wood identification, land
measurement and map reading, range study and wildlife observation. Students
will learn and practice general FNR knowledge, compass work, forest tool
identification, log scaling, and log volume. The course reflects forestry in a
society that is concerned about our ecosystem and its inhabitants, keeping in
mind that trees have influenced the progress and welfare of humans in our
country. The course covers projects in forest resource management, ecology and
forestry careers. Finally, FFA leadership, supervised agriculture experience
program and record keeping will round out the topics.
AGRICULTURAL MECHANICS I
GRADES: 9-12 - One Year Course
Agricultural Mechanics I is the entry level
course for the Agricultural Mechanics career path. The student is prepared for
further experience and education by introducing the knowledge, skills, and
attitudes associated with modern Agricultural Mechanics. Instructional units
will include Oxy-fuel Welding & Cutting; Electric Welding Processes, Chains
and Rope; Surveying; Equipment Operation and Preventative Maintenance; Types of
Engines; Agriculture Industry Employee/Employer Relations; Safety; Electrical
Systems; Agricultural Structures; Record Keeping; Interpersonal Leadership
Development; Supervised Agricultural Experience (SAE) Project; and Measurement.
AGRICULTURAL MECHANICS II
GRADES: 10-12 - One Year Course
Prerequisite: Agricultural Mechanics I
Agricultural Mechanics II is the advanced level course for
the Agricultural Mechanics career path. The student is prepared for further
experience and education by refining the knowledge, skills, and attitudes
associated with modern Agricultural Mechanics. Instructional units will include
Oxy-fuel Welding & Cutting; Electric Welding Processes; Surveying;
Equipment Operation and Preventative Maintenance; Types of Engines; Agriculture
Industry Employee/Employer Relations; Safety; Electrical Systems; Agricultural
Structures; Record Keeping; Interpersonal Leadership Development; Supervised
Agricultural Experience (SAE) Project; and Measurement, with an emphasis on
Project Construction.
ROP AGRICULTURE EQUIPMENT OPERATION,
MAINTENANCE AND CONSTRUCTION
GRADES: 11-12 - One Year Course – 2
Periods
ROP Agricultural Equipment Operation, Maintenance, and
Construction is the capstone course for the Agricultural Mechanics career path.
This course is designed to provide students with employable skills in the areas
of Construction, Equipment Operation, and Maintenance of wheel tractors,
tracklayers, forklifts, backhoes, graders, dump trucks, small gas engines, etc.
Practical skills in safe operation, techniques in operation, tool usage,
standard maintenance, repair, and small gas engine repair will be emphasized.
AGRICULTURAL
STUDENT LEADERSHIP
GRADES: 10-12 -
One Year Course
Prerequisite: Enrollment in any agriculture course
This course will provide students
opportunities to set and develop their personal and career goals, advance
communication and teamwork skills, and to build their personal leadership
style. Emphasis will be placed upon completing assigned tasks, learning to
function both as a team leader and committee member, and developing and using
time management and organizational skills. Students will be expected to
participate in student organizations such as Associated Student Body, FHA/HERO,
VICA, FFA, FBLA, MECHA, or other.
AGRICULTURAL STUDY SKILLS
GRADES 9-12 - One Year Course
Prerequisite: Enrollment in any agriculture course
This course is designed for students with career interests
in agriculture. It will provide an understanding of numerous study skills
necessary to ensure success in both the secondary school and beyond. Emphasis
will be placed on awareness of strengths and learning styles, reading
strategies, test taking techniques, organizational skills, and career
awareness. This class allows a student to spend an additional hour of
instruction time working on academics, developing interpersonal learning
skills.
SUMMARY OF BUSINESS EDUCATION-COURSE OFFERINGS
It
is best to take a 3-course business sequence. Some courses are articulated with
Butte Community College, which allows students to receive credit while still
attending high school. Credits will
also be entered on the students' transcript when the student begins taking the
course work at Butte Community College. This occurs after high school
graduation. Classes that are presently working with articulation agreements for
college credits are Accounting and Computer Applications I.
Career Path Opportunities for Las Plumas
Course Sequence for
Computer Science
|
Career Prep Core Grades 9 & 10 |
Career Transition Grades 10 &11 |
Career Cluster Grades 11 & 12 |
|
Computer Apps I |
21st Century Tech Computer Apps II |
Computer Apps II 21st Century
Tech ROP Office Tech |
Career Path Opportunities for Oroville High
|
Career Prep Core Grades 9 & 10 |
Career Transition Grades 10 &11 |
Career Cluster Grades 11 & 12 |
|
Computer Apps I |
21st Century Tech Computer Apps II |
Computer Apps II 21st Century
Tech ROP Office Tech |
Course Sequence for
Marketing
|
Career Prep Core Grades 9 & 10 |
Career Transition Grades 10 &11 |
Career Cluster Grades 11 & 12 |
|
Computer Apps I |
Marketing |
E-Commerce ROP Retail Sales |
Course Sequence for
Accounting & Finance
|
Career Prep Core Grades 9 & 10 |
Career Transition Grades 10 &11 |
Career Cluster Grades 11 & 12 |
|
Computer Apps I |
Pers/Bus. Finance Accounting Computer Apps II |
Accounting Adv. Accounting Accounting |
ACCOUNTING
GRADES 11-12 (Grade 10 with teacher permission)
OHS - One Year Course
– Prerequisites: Computer
Applications I and/or Personal/Business Finance
Recommended
Planning, recording, analyzing, and interpreting financial
information is called accounting, the language of business. This course is designed to develop an
understanding of two complete accounting cycles. The first semester examines the sole proprietorship service
organization. The second semester is
deals with merchandising organizations organized as a proprietorship. Terms and procedures learned in this course
will provide a foundation for additional accounting study or as the basis of an
entry level accounting clerk position.
Two semesters of
Accounting equals one semester of Math
credit.
ADVANCED ACCOUNTING
GRADES: 11-12 - OHS - One Year Course
Prerequisite: Accounting I
Planning,
recording, analyzing, and interpreting financial information is called
accounting, the language of business.
This course is designed to examine a merchandising business organized as
a corporation. Computerized accounting
concepts will be emphasized as well as application of spreadsheet (Excel) and
word processing (Word) software.
Leadership will be practiced through the infusion of Future Business
Leaders of America activities. Terms
and procedures learned in this course will provide a foundation for additional
accounting study or as the basis of an entry level accounting clerk position.
COMPUTER APPLICATIONS I
GRADES: 9-12 – LPHS-OHS - One Year Course
This course
is designed to introduce computer skills and basic business concepts. This is the entry-level course for all
business career pathways. Students will
learn proper techniques to keyboard information into the computer using word
processing, spreadsheet, database, Internet, and presentation software
packages. This course is designed to
assist students with leadership skill development and career exploration.
Note:
Butte College 2+2 credit is available with a grade of “B” or better.
COMPUTER APPLICATIONS II
GRADES: 10-12 – LPHS-OHS - One Year Course
Prerequisite: Computer Applications I or 21st Century Technology
This is a hands-on course designed to reinforce and expand
upon introductory computer skills. The
students demonstrate proper techniques in keyboarding information into the
computer, using word processing, spreadsheet, database, Internet, and
presentation software packages. The
emphasis of this class is on the concepts of computing and problem solving so
that students learn how computers can be applied to a wide range of problems. Successful completion of this course will
prepare the student in pursuing certification as a Microsoft Office User
Specialist (MOUS). This course is
designed to assist students with leadership skill development and career
explorations.
BUSINESS OFFICE TECHNOLOGY (R.O.P.)
GRADES 11-12 - OHS-LPHS - One Year Course
Prerequisite: 16 years or older
This
course is designed to provide students with clerical skills in office
occupations which could lead to careers in legal, medical, receptionist,
insurance, stenographic or word processing occupations. The first semester
students will complete job related classroom instruction, consisting of typing,
word processing, calculating, transcribing, filing, business English, grooming,
telephone procedures, human relations, and employment opportunities. (Shorthand,
dictation and transcription is optional.) The second semester students will
complete one or more of the following specialized areas; receptionist,
secretary, legal secretary, medical secretary, administrative stenographic
secretary, insurance clerk. Upon completion of classroom instruction, students
will gain actual on-the-job experience by working in a non-paid community
classroom job site.
NOTE:
This class may be taken for Yuba College credit.
*This class is taught at the BCOE
Computer Lab.
PREPARATION FOR TECHNOLOGY IN THE 21ST CENTURY
GRADES: 9-12 – OHS-LPHS - One Year Course
This one year course
includes a general survey computer basics, word processing, graphics,
spreadsheets, charting, database, internet, digital still and digital video
systems and culminates in a several projects that integrate the skills learned
throughout the course. This course parallels the current Computer Technology
Assistant Program (CTAP) requirement for teacher training within California. This course can be used as one of the
three-year components in vocational education program. It is recommended that students have
developed basic keyboarding skills; however, this is not a prerequisite
requirement.
E-COMMERCE
GRADES: 11-12 - OHS - One Year Course
Prerequisite: Computer
Applications I recommended
This course reviews the step-by-step
sequence of the entire process of developing your own business on the
Internet. Learn how to create a
business plan, developing marketing strategies, project-marketing forecasts,
and how to create your own business.
Students will learn the basic principles of entrepreneurship and then
apply them in business simulations.
MARKETING
GRADES 11-12-OHS - One Year Course
Prerequisite: Computer
Applications I recommended
This course will help the student
learn what they need to know to start their career and get a basic
understanding of the principles and practices of Marketing. It will teach Marketing foundations and
functions, provide the basic marketing knowledge for further study of marketing
and introduce students to the real world of work to help them prepare for a
Marketing career.
PERSONAL AND BUSINESS FINANCE
GRADES 10-12 -OHS - One Year Course or Semester Course
Prerequisite: Computer
Applications I recommended
This course is designed to understand the importance of
keeping accurate financial records in business and in their personal
lives. Computerized and manual office
procedures for keeping track of all forms of business records will be
practiced. Business office technology,
communications, ethics, and cultural diversity will be infused throughout the
course. Career exploration and global
business topics provide the student with the "big picture" of the
business office. Leadership will be
practiced through the infusion of Future Business Leaders of America
activities.
RETAILING (R.O.P.)
GRADES: 11-12 - LPHS-OHS - One or Two Semesters
Prerequisite: Students must be 16 years of age, must enroll for
both periods, and should have an interest in sales as a career.
This
course is designed to training students for entry level jobs in sales and sales
related fields. Emphasis is placed on entry level skills and proper work
attitudes. Training will include cash register operation (both manual and
electronic), change making, cashiering skills, sales demonstration, customer
relations, display, sign press techniques, bookkeeping, interviewing, resume
writing, and job applications. Students with good attendance and satisfactory
completion of assignments may be assigned to job sites in the community during
3rd and 4th periods. NOTE:
This class meets five (5) credits of Math requirement for graduation. *This
class is taught on the LPHS and OHS campuses.
The Environmental and Spatial
Technology (EAST) model is a dynamic, performance-based learning environment
for students in grades 9-12 utilizing project-based service learning,
integrated with advanced technological applications. EAST has drawn national
attention as a catalyst in promoting collaboration among education, business
and community while focusing on meeting the needs of students as they confront
the challenges of a complex, ever-changing world. The setting for this model is
an interdisciplinary laboratory environment where the intellectual and
problem-solving growth of students, rather than the technology, is the focus.
Environmental and Spatial Technology
(EAST)
Grades 9-12 – LPHS – One year course
Prerequisite: Application process
This course
is best described as a performance based learning environment that utilizes
problem-based service learning and advanced technological applications. The
EAST model is a positive response to the challenges of an information age. It
provides an avenue that integrates constantly changing technology into our
school systems while facilitating meaningful learning. The class is structured
around students taking on specific projects that can help their school and
communities. Students use a sophisticated computer laboratory as a resource to
accomplish these goals. Students are encouraged to repeat enrollment in the
EAST course all four years of high school.
Environmental and Spatial Technology
(EAST) (ADVANCED CONCEPTS) Grades 11-12 – LPHS - Prerequisite: Grade of “B’ or better in lower level EAST course
EAST
(Advanced Concepts) is an enhanced performance based learning environment that
utilizes problem-based service learning and advanced technological
applications. The EAST model is a positive response to the challenges of an
information age. It provides an avenue that integrates constantly changing
technology into our school systems while facilitating meaningful learning. The
class is structured around students taking on specific projects that can help
their school and communities. The program provides an avenue that integrates
constantly changing technology into our school systems while facilitating
meaningful learning. Students use a sophisticated computer laboratory as a
resource to accomplish these goals. Students are encouraged to repeat
enrollment in the EAST course all four years of high school.
Home
Economics Careers and Technology programs prepare students for living and
earning a living. Leadership, teamwork, personal responsibility, problem
solving, and management are skills highly valued by employers. Today, these
skills are developed in Home Economics Careers and Technology programs along
with the basic academic skills of reading, writing, math, science and critical
thinking that are necessary to achieve personal and career goals. Home
Economics Careers and Technology Education teaches students to develop
self-esteem, apply decision making skills, practice communication skills
essential for effective relationships with peers and family, acquire leadership
and citizenship skills, and develop an awareness of career options. Students
also learn personal management, leadership and interpersonal skills that are
essential for productive employees.
Home Economics Careers and Technology Education teaches students vital
interpersonal skills and helps them develop job search and acquisition skills,
recognize the value of good work habits and positive attitudes, practice
effective working relationships, and acquire job retention skills including
responsibility, dependability, and time management. All students enrolled in Home Economics Careers and Technology Program
are encouraged to take advantage of their membership in FHA-HERO. FHA-HERO is a
national vocational student organization for young men and women in grades
6-12. FHA-HERO assists students in developing occupational, citizenship and
leadership skills needed for home, community and work life. FHA-HERO activities
offer a wide range of opportunities for community service, career exploration,
leadership development and personal growth. The Las Plumas Chapter has
participated in FHA-HERO the past 13 years.
Members complete community service projects, participate in competitive
recognition events, develop leadership skills as they hold offices at the
regional and state levels and travel to various states attending the national
leadership meeting.
Career Path Opportunities for Las Plumas
Course Sequence for
Family & Human Services
|
Career Prep Core Grades 9 & 10 |
Career Transition Grades 10 &11 |
Career Cluster Grades 11 & 12 |
|
Into to Home Ec |
Creative/Int. Design |
Living Todays World |
Course Sequence for
Food Service & Hospitality
|
Career Prep Core Grades 9 & 10 |
Career Transition Grades 10 &11 |
Career Cluster Grades 11 & 12 |
|
Intro To Home Ec |
Consumer/ Foreign Foods |
ROP Chef Prep |
Course Sequence for
Child Development
|
Career Prep Core Grades 9 & 10 |
Career Transition Grades 10 &11 |
Career Cluster Grades 11 & 12 |
|
Intro to Home Ec |
Living Todays World |
ROP Child Development |
Career Path Opportunities for Oroville High
Course Sequence for
Child Development
|
Career Prep Core Grades 9 & 10 |
Career Transition Grades 10 &11 |
Career Cluster Grades 11 & 12 |
|
Intro to Home Ec |
Child Care |
Adv. Child Care |
Course Sequence for
Food Service & Hospitality
|
Career Prep Core Grades 9 & 10 |
Career Transition Grades 10 &11 |
Career Cluster Grades 11 & 12 |
|
Intro To Home Ec |
Consumer or Foreign Foods |
ROP Chef Prep |
Course Sequence for Fashion
Design
|
Career Prep Core Grades 9 & 10 |
Career Transition Grades 10 &11 |
Career Cluster Grades 11 & 12 |
|
Intro to Home Ec |
Fashion Design |
Adv. Fashion Design |
Introduction
to Home Economics
GRADES: 9-12
-LPHS
- OHS - One Year Course
The Consumer and Family Science (CFS) Comprehensive Core is
designed to provide a strong foundation for students in home economics careers
and technology pathways. The core
prepares students with the skills and knowledge needed to achieve competencies
in each of the seven content areas:
·
Child
Development
·
Family
Living and Parenthood Education
·
Clothing
and Textiles
·
Safety,
Foods and Nutrition
·
Housing
and Interior Design
·
Consumer
education
Achievement of these content area
competencies enhances the management and balance of personal, home and work
life. Central to the development of
these competencies is the integration and application of academic skills and
the application of classroom learning experiences.
CHILD CARE
GRADES: 11-12 - OHS - One Year Course
Prerequisite: Introduction
to Home Economics Preferred
The skills, knowledge, and attitudes taught in this course
will enable students to understand goals and decision-making; principles of
child growth and development; self-esteem; positive learning experiences;
emotional development and sense of security; child guidance, creativity, play,
health, and safety; and appropriate behavior.
Observations and actual experiences with children is an integral part of
the program. The on-campus preschool is
in operations the days per week for twenty-four weeks of the thirty-eight week
school year. Students receive a
proficiency certificate upon completion of the school year to be used in job
searching. NOTE:
3 units of Butte College credit available.
ADVANCED CHILD CARE
GRADES: 11-12 - OHS - One Year Course
Prerequisite: Child Care
The skills, knowledge, and attitudes taught in this course
will enable students to understand goals and decision-making; principles of child
growth and development; self-esteem; positive learning experiences; emotional
development and sense of security; child guidance, creativity, play, health,
and safety; and appropriate behavior.
Observations and actual experiences with children is an integral part of
the program. The on-campus preschool is
in operations the days per week for twenty-four weeks of the thirty-eight week
school year. Students receive an advanced
proficiency certificate upon completion of the school year to be used in job
searching. Advanced students have the
option of working in the local elementary school or pre-school during those
hours.
NOTE: 3
units of Butte College credit available.
LIVING IN TODAY’S WORLD
GRADES: 11-12 - LPHS - One Year Course
Prerequisite: Introduction
to Home Economics
This course is designed to prepare students to understand
the nature and significance of human relationships and to function effectively
at home and in the work force. Emphasis is placed on the uniqueness of families
and individuals, living independently, budgeting, preparation for college
and/or advance education, preparation for marriage, parenthood, career planning
and skills, leadership and life situations. Students will complete
community-based activities focusing on the needs of residents in Oroville.
Practical application will take place as students simulate a wedding and
parenting.
CREATIVE/INTERIOR DESIGN
GRADES: 10-12 - LPHS One Year Course
Prerequisite: Introduction to Home Economics recommended
Students will gain an understanding of the art elements and
principles as they apply to interior design, clothing design, and aesthetic
crafts for the home as well as for resale purposes. Students will develop
entrepreneurial skills through design and marketing techniques. Students will
work in small groups forming businesses, producing products, marketing and
selling the products at a craft fair/bazaar.
Students will focus on interior design, housing and furniture
refinishing during the second semester. Each student will have the opportunity
to complete a display board, complete with floor plans, wall elevations,
samples and an oral presentation. This board will be submitted to the Butte
County Youth Expo. Students will develop an understanding of housing needs.
Students will also refinish a piece of furniture.
FASHION DESIGN AND
MERCHANDISING
OHS GRADES: 11-12 (10
with permission of teacher) One Year Course
This course is designed to provide a strong foundation
that prepares students to successfully enter the job market or to transition to
postsecondary education. Students
will develop skills in the following areas:
principles and elements of design; design and manufacturing; buying and
sales; and promotion. Additional units of instruction can be used in personal
application and the fashion business:
retail organizations, wardrobe selection, textiles, history of fashion,
and job employability. A minimum of 16
hours of on-the-job training at local retail businesses is available with this
course. Students receive certificate
for completion of this course, which can be used in gaining employment. NOTE:
3 units Butte College Credit available.
ADVANCED FASHION DESIGN AND MERCHANDISING
OHS GRADES: 11-12 - One Year Course
Prerequisite: Fashion
Design and Merchandising
This course is designed to provide further study
and practice to effectively prepare students with the knowledge, skills,
attitudes, and behaviors needed to successfully enter the job market, or to
transition to postsecondary education. Students will further reinforce
skills gained in the 1st-year course. A minimum of 16 hours of on-the-job training at local retail
businesses is highly recommended for this level. Students receive a certificate for completion of this course
which can be used in gaining employment.
FOODS AND NUTRITIN (CONSUMER FOODS)
GRADES: 11-12 (10th Grade w/ completion of Intro to
Home Economics) LPHS-OHS One Year Course.
In this advanced specialized course, students explore the
variety of foods available today, and learn how food and nutrition impact daily
lives. Major topics will include: nutrition and health, food safety and
sanitation, meal management to meet the needs of individuals and families, food
purchasing and preparation, food and culture, food science and nutrition, food
costs, production and technology, and careers in the field of food science,
hospitality or food technology.
FOREIGN FOODS
GRADES: GRADES: 11-12 (10th Grade w/ completion of
Intro to Home Economics) LPHS-OHS One Year Course
In this
advanced specialized course, students examine the unique styles of food
preparation and presentation of different cultures, including various regions
of the United States and foreign countries.
CHEF PREP AND RESTAURANT OCCUPATIONS (R.O.P.)
GRADES: 11-12 - OHS - One Year Course – 2 Period Class
This
course will provide skills necessary to obtain employment or gain job training
in the food service field. Training will include theories of food preparation,
safety and sanitation, line cook/assistant cook, bakery/pastry, host/cashier,
pantry, wait staff/ busser, and catering occupations. Students will further
gain experience by working in the on-campus “LeTigre Restaurant” and job
training in local restaurant facilities.
Students will learn how to prepare a resume, explore college/vocational
schools offerings and make visitations. This class also receives 3 units of
Butte College or Yuba College credit. Class meets on OHS campus.
CAREERS IN EDUCATION//Child Development
(R.O.P.)
Grades: 11-12 – LPHS
Only – One Year Course
Prerequisite: 2.3 G.P.A.
This course is designed to help students prepare
for a career working with children.
Students will learn practical ways to guide children through a variety
of daily experiences in safe, educational ways. The course begins with an exploration of related careers and
employability skills. Success in
working with children begins with an understanding of physical, intellectual,
social and emotional characteristics.
This course will help students use this information to plan for and
react to children appropriately and with confidence. Students will learn practical techniques for establishing rules
and handling daily routines, keeping children safe, healthy and nourished, and
to provide experiences that build children’s enthusiasm for learning. During the second and third quarters of the
semester, students will be placed in community classroom job sites where they
will have the opportunity to demonstrate competencies related to child
development and gain practical experience.
They will design and operate a preschool on campus during the final
quarter.
Oroville
High School AND LAS PLUMAS
Course
Sequencing
The Oroville High and Las Plumas
School Industrial Technology Departments provide students with an integrated
selection of academic and technological courses that keep pace with our
ever-changing world. The Industrial
Technology programs at OHS are designed to provide students with skills,
knowledge, and attitudes necessary to help them gain employment in the career
of their choice.
TECH-PREP (Technical Preparation) program is a sequence of
study beginning in high school and continuing through four years of
college. Our emphasis is in the
Building Trades, Drafting & Computer Aided Design, Architecture,
Engineering, and Computer Graphic Communication. Our program prepares students for either direct entry into the
workplace as a technically skilled employee; or continuation with further
education leading to certificate programs, associate degrees, baccalaureate,
and advanced degrees. For example a
student can obtain up to “9” transferable college units before graduating from
OHS/LPHS by enrolling in the Butte College Articulated Drafting Technology
program. Students who obtain a “B” or
better will receive transferable college credits.
INTRODUCTION TO TECHNOLOGY BLOCK
GRADES: 9-12 LPHS - One Year Course
Three separate technology
courses have been integrated into a rotation for technology students. This
rotation offers the students an opportunity to experience a variety of new
technologies in an integrated, team teaching atmosphere where three instructors
are responsible for their first year at the secondary level. The students (primarily freshman) will
rotate between Small Engines, Mechanical Drafting A/B, and Introduction to
Manufacturing. Each course will last
twelve weeks.
SMALL ENGINES TECHNOLOGY 1A
GRADES: 9-12- LPHS - One Year Course
This course introduced the fundamentals involved in the maintenance
and repair of small reciprocating engines. Small engines include, but are not
limited to, lawnmowers, outboard engines, chainsaws, and motorcycles. Areas
covered will include career awareness theory, routine care and maintenance, and
some reconditioning of engines. Emphasis is placed on proper and safe work
habits.
INTRODUCTION TO MANUFACTURING
GRADES: 9-12- LPHS - One Year Course
This course introduces and develops basic skills in sheet metal,
bench metal, gas and arc welding, foundry, and the safe and proper use of
metalworking machines. Projects are selected by the instructor on the basis of
those skills necessary to develop a fundamental knowledge of general metals.
Related classroom materials cover the use, care, and maintenance of machines,
explores the use of various metals, and the physical characteristics and
properties of each. Job opportunities and job descriptions in the various
fields of metalworking are emphasized.
ADVANCED MANUFACTURING TECHNOLOGY
GRADES: 10-12 - LPHS - One Year Course. Prerequisite: Grade of “C” or
better in Introduction to Manufacturing
In this course, more emphasis is allowed for individualizing
"learning-by-doing" and the solution of the problems encountered. In
addition to project work (student selected), special emphasis is made on
particular processes not necessarily given full attention by the student
previously. Such processes are cutting, brazing, special castings, various
positions in welding, machine and bench work are among those concentrated on.
Every project, when completed, should have a neat plan to accompany it for
grading purposes. When necessary, special assignments are given to help cement
ideas into the mind of the student.
WELDING FABRICATION (R.O.P.)
GRADES: 11-12 - LPHS-OHS One Year Course (2 periods) Prerequisite: Introduction to Technology Block,
Introduction to Manufacturing or Advanced Manufacturing. Must be at least 16 years old.
This course will provide training n the areas of industrial
welding fabrication and repair. The student will learn skills in the areas of
welding, sheet metal work, hydraulics, heal treating/hardfacing, use tolls and
equipment and safety pertaining to industry. Upon completion of this course,
students will be experience and have basic entry-level skills to enter jobs
associated with manufacturing and repair in the areas of metal fabrication,
welding, sheet metal, and light construction. This course is the capstone for
the VEA manufacturing sequence. *This class held on LPHS campus.
AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY 1A/1B
GRADES: 10-12 - LPHS - One Year
Course
This course introduces the fundamentals of automotive and
power mechanics. It covers minor repairs and adjustment of the power plant,
power train, chassis, and accessories. Training in troubleshooting procedures
and tune-up are included in the shop work. Classroom materials parallel the
practical work. Emphasis is placed on orderly procedure, cleanup, safe work
habits, and career opportunities.
ADVANCED AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY
GRADES: 11-12 - LPHS - One Year Course - Prerequisite: Automotive
Technology 1A/1B. Must be at least 16
years old.
This course explores the theory and function of the various
automotive components and systems. Troubleshooting procedures are also
expended. Classroom materials include theory and design, job opportunities in
related fields, and technical data interpretation. Emphasis is placed on
orderly procedure, cleanup, and safe work habits.
TECHNOLOGY EXPLORATION AND DESIGN
GRADES: 9-12 - LPHS
Technology Exploration & Design will provide students
with the opportunity to expand their knowledge of technology. This course
provides an introduction to some of the latest technology that industry is
using today. The integrated laboratories used for this class provide students
an opportunity to explore several different technologies in a student driven
environment. Because of the constant technological changes in society, students
need to possess a strong foundation in the academic core areas and a broad base
of career awareness. This is a practical, not theoretical course. Students
learn by doing. It is performance based. The real world problem solving
activities addressed in the course of study allows students to study various
technologies using high tech equipment.
The individual technology units cover such areas as computer aided
drafting (CAD), computer numerical control (CNC), robotics, aerodynamics,
plastics manufacturing, power and energy, electronics technology, fiber optics,
electronics, hydraulics, pneumatics, computer animation, satellite
communications and desktop publishing. This program prepares students for
either direct entry into the workplace as a technically skilled employee; or
continuation in their pursuit of higher education leading to a baccalaureate
degree or certificate.
Note: Two semesters of Technology
Exploration and Design meet one semester Math Requirement.
GRAPHIC DESIGN - 1A/ 1B
GRADES: 10-12 - OHS One Year Course
Graphic design is a course
that covers major areas of graphic communications and computer aided design
(CAD), which is intended to provide students an introduction into
computer-based graphics. Students also learn and use skills based on principles
of design, such as: layout and design, use of color, text composition, page
composition, digital image photography, and PowerPoint presentation
skills. Students will use the latest
industry standard software to learn the basics of Desktop Publishing, Digital
Photography, Computer Aided Design (CAD), Multimedia (Video Production), as
tools for developing an internet web page. This course will help students
develop and examine future personal, education, and career needs. Students will
be introduced to the technical world's primary means of communication, visual
communication, which, in various forms affects people in nearly every walk of
life. Students who successfully complete this course will be prepared for a
variety of entry level positions in business or could continue on into
Community College or earn a 4-year degree in Graphic Communications.
BEGINNING WOOD TECHNOLOGY 1A/1B
GRADES: 9-12 -LPHS-OHS - One Year Course
This is an introductory course for students with
little or no prior experience in wood working. Wood 1 provides students with a
variety of exploratory activities designed to give them knowledge about wood
and wood manufacturing. Students learn to design furniture, develop plans, make
calculations, make critical thinking decisions, and work safely in an
industrial environment. Students will develop specific skills necessary for the
proper use and care of wood working tools and equipment.
INTERMEDIATE WOOD TECHNOLOGY 2A/2B
GRADES: 10-12 - LPHS-OHS - One Year Course - Prerequisite: Grade of “C”
or better in Beginning Wood Technology 1A/1B
This is an intermediate course for students with
prior experience in wood working but need the refinement of the skills
necessary to be successful in an advanced wood working class. Intermediate Wood
working provides students with a variety of exploratory activities designed to
reinforce knowledge about wood and wood manufacturing processes learned in
previous wood working experiences. Students get further experience in designing
furniture, development of plans, making calculations, making critical thinking
decisions, and working safely in an industrial environment. Students can use
this class to hone their skills so that could move into advanced wood working
classes upon successful completion of the specific skills necessary for the proper
use and care of wood working tools, equipment and general wood working
processes.
ADVANCED WOOD TECHNOLOGY 3A/3B
GRADES: 10-12 - LPHS-OHS - One Year Course - Prerequisite: Grace of “B” or better in Beginning or Int.
Wood Technology
This is an advanced course for students with
prior experience and superior skills in wood working. Advanced Wood working
provides students with a chance to take their skills to a higher level of
design and technique. Students learn to design advanced level furniture, develop
more complicated plans, make higher level calculations, make critical thinking
decisions, and work safely in an industrial environment. Students will develop
specific skills necessary for the proper use and care of wood working tools and
equipment in an environment that promotes a high level of accuracy and
wood-working skill.
MECHANICAL DRAFTING TECHNOLOGY 1A/1B
GRADES: 9-12 -
LPHS-OHS - One Year Course
This is an advanced level Mechanical
Drawing course for students with a desire to achieve and advance in this
field. Manufacturing processes, threads
and fasteners, working drawings, assembly drawings, developments and
intersections are introduced to the student.
The student will be exposed to a variety of drafting fields.
MECHANICAL DRAFTING TECHNOLOGY 2A/2B
GRADES: 10-12-
OHS - Prerequisite:
Grade of “C” or better in Mechanical Drafting Technology I
This
course introduces the fundamentals of automotive and power mechanics. It covers
minor repairs and adjustment of the power plant, power train, chassis, and
accessories. Training in troubleshooting procedures and tune-up are included in
the shop work. Classroom materials parallel the practical work. Emphasis is
placed on orderly procedure, cleanup, safe work habits, and career
opportunities.
ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN I
GRADES: 10-12 - OHS - One Year Course
Prerequisite: Instructor permission (pending board approval)
This is a
one-year course for students who have successfully completed Exploration &
Design Technology with a grade of "C" or better. The course covers
topics including line, forms, values of lines, texture, volume, space, and
various art forms to develop interior and exterior living areas. The student
will complete a set of house plan designs using the above principles, which
also meet the minimum standards of the Uniform Building Code for residential
construction. Students who complete two years of architecture meet the requirement
for Visual and Performing Arts credit for graduation as well as the admission
requirements for California State University. This is an approved Butte College
2+2 (3-college credits) course for those students receiving a "B" or
better. NOTE:
This course will meet the one year requirement for visual/performing arts for
graduation.
ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN 2A/2B
GRADES: 11-12 -
OHS - One
Year Course - Prerequisite: Grade of “C” or better in
Architectural Design I
The student will complete a set of house plan designs using the above principles, which also meet
the minimum standards of the Uniform Building Code for residential construction
for a single or multi-level, single family dwelling. Students who complete two years of architecture meet the requirement
for Visual and Performing Arts credit for graduation as well as the admission
requirements for California State University.
NOTE: This course will meet the California
State University admission requirement. Requires a “B” or better grade.
COMPUTER-AIDED DRAFTING (CAD) TECHNOLOGY
GRADES: 10-12 -
LPHS-OHS - One Year Course - Prerequisite: Grace of “C” or better in any two
drafting technology courses. This is a basic course in computer aided
drafting and design. The course is designed to introduce students to computer
hardware and software that is currently being used in industry today. Students
will follow easy to understand instructions, and progress in a manner that
allows students to become comfortable with the CAD software. This class prepares
students for either direct entry into the workplace; or continuation with
further education leading to a certificate, associate, or baccalaureate degree.
The primary emphasis will include lines and geometric shapes, text commands,
editing, file management, multiview drawings, and converting drawing plans into
CAD drawings. This course is articulated with Butte College.
ALL
ART CLASSES SATISFY THE CSU AND UC ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS.
ART I/ART APPRECIATION
GRADES: 9-12 - LPHS-OHS - One Year Course
This
course is a first year art course in the fundamental of art. This course
emphasizes the necessary skills to provide the student with a perceptual base
leading to understanding artistic perception, creative expression, historical
and cultural context(s); aesthetic valuing and connections, relations,
applications of the Visual arts. Learning the tools, techniques, materials,
technology and application of what is learned in other art forms, subject areas
and careers. The art elements and principals of design serve as a foundation
for each unit covered. Selected historical or cultural contexts will be applied
with attention to analysis, interpretation, and judgment of student work as
well as appreciation of art works from other cultures and times.
ART II/ART APPRECIATION
GRADES: 10-12 - LPHS-OHS - One Year Course
Prerequisite: Grade of “C” or better in Art I
This is an
intermediate level visual arts course in the fundamentals of art. This course is the second year in a four course
sequence of visual arts. Students will
improve the necessary skills and perceptual knowledge for students to
understand artistic perception, creative expression, historical and cultural
context, aesthetic valuing, and the connections, relations, and applications of
the visual arts. Students will learn by
using the same tools, techniques, materials and technology art makers of the
past and present have used to create their own individual art works. The art elements and principals of design
serve as a foundation for each unit presented.
The application(s) of what is experienced to learning in other arts
forms, subject areas and careers works of arts are also part of this
foundation. Selected historical or
cultural contexts will be applied with attention to analysis, interpretation,
and judgment of student works and appreciation of art work, and contexts which
influenced art making from other cultures and times.
ADVANCED ART
GRADES: 10-12 - LPHS-OHS - One Year Course
Prerequisite: Art I, Art
II and/or with teacher permission
This is an
advanced course which provides the serious visual arts student with an
opportunity to expand upon his/her interest in a particular idea expressed in
visual form(s). This is a third year in
a four year sequence of visual arts course offering. In addition to improving the necessary skills and perceptual
knowledge for students to understand artistic perception, creative expression,
historical and cultural contexts, aesthetic valuing, and the connections,
relations, and applications of the visual arts, the instruction will direct the
student to focus on the process of investigation, growth, and discovery. Students will learn by using the same tools,
techniques, materials, and technology art makers of the past and present have
used to create their own individual art works.
The art elements and principals of design serve as a foundation for each
unit presented. The application(s) of
what is experienced to learning other art forms, subject areas, and career
works of arts are also part of this foundation. Selected historical or cultural contexts and content will focus
on contemporary arts. Attention will
also be given to analysis, interpretation, and judgment of student works and
appreciation of art work, and contexts which influenced art making from the
past to the present. The evidence of a
concentration with visual coherence will be demonstrated through the
development of a portfolio and reflective writings.
STUDIO ART
GRADES: 10-12 - LPHS-OHS - One Year Course
A multi-culture studio art class which coordinates 2-D and
3-D studio work and cultural studies together. Selected cultures of Meso-American, Italian, German, French,
Middle Eastern and Asian will introduced to produce art projects that relate to
each unique culture. Language and
cultural studies will be taught on a daily basis so as to appreciate historical
and cultural differences. The art
elements and principles of design composition serve as a foundation for each
unit covered. Attention will be given to
visual studio work, language and culture studies. Students will gain knowledge and an appreciation for various art
forms.
ADVANCED PLACEMENT STUDIO ART
GRADES: 11-12 - LPHS-OHS - One Year Course - Prerequisite: ART I
and ART II and/or Advanced Art, or consent of instructor based on portfolio
review
This course is designed for the college bound student who is
interested in developing a comprehensive Visual Arts portfolio, consisting of
the following three sections which demonstrate his ability to work at a college
level. Section A will reflect the
student’s ability to do original art works and the understanding of
quality. Section B contains up to
twenty (20) slides showing depth of commitment to a specific visual idea or mode
of working. Section C contains twenty
(20) slides showing breadth of visual competencies in drawing, color, theory,
design, and sculpture. Students passing
the Advanced Placement test will receive college credits.
ARTS ALIVE
GRADES: 9-12 - LPHS Only - One Semester
Arts
Alive is a multi-media hands-on Art course designed to foster students’
eye-hand coordination, imagination, creativity and self-esteem. This course
will include 2-dimensional basic drawing and layout skills that will lead to
successful 3-dimensional sculpture/ceramics. Students will participate in a
wide range of experiences from drawings, paintings, ceramics, sculpture,
prints, scrap books, poetry, music, model making, and video production. All
units/projects are designed to build artistic and creative confidence... thus
ARTS ALIVE! After completing Arts Alive, students would be able to enroll in
Art I.
CERAMICS/SCULPTURE
GRADES: 9-12 - OHS- LPHS - One Year Course
Prerequisite: Art I
recommended
This course is a technical and aesthetic exploration of
3-dimensional design through the mediums of clay, metal, glass, stone, wood,
plastic, and fiber. The course will
also include 2-dimensional basic drawing and layout skills. The student will participate in a wide
range of experiences using additive or subtractive sculpture techniques,
designed to build artistic and creative confidence. The products created in this course may serve as functional
items or fine art works. This class
will meet the VAPA requirement for entrance to the CSU system.
ADVANCED CERAMICS/SCULPTURE
GRADES: 10-12- OHS - One Year Course
Prerequisite: Grace of B” of better in Ceramics/Sculpture or
consent of instructor based on portfolio review
Advanced Ceramics and Sculpture is a course offering the
serious visual art student a way to expand upon his/her creative expression,
aesthetic valuing, perceptions, and historical and cultural context. Particular attention is given to student
recognition and application of the relationships of the visual arts toward
various ways the arts are used to create expressive communications. Students will compile enough work to
demonstrate their abilities through the use of a portfolio which can be used
for college entrance or employment in a visual art field. This course will meet admission requirements
to the UC and CSU system.
PHOTOGRAPHY I
GRADES: 11-12 - LPHS-OHS - One Year Course
Prerequisite: Photography
I
This course is an introductory black
and white photography course. This
course will provide students with
opportunities to extend their knowledge and skills in the field of
photography. This course will
familiarize the student with photographic equipment, materials, methods, and
processes. The students will also be
introduced to computer technology and digital photography.
PHOTOGRAPHY II
GRADES: 11-12 - OHS - One Year Course
Photography II is an advanced
photography course. This course will
provide students with opportunities to extend and advance their knowledge and
skills in the field of photography and videography. This course will familiarize the student with advanced
photographic equipment, materials, methods and processes. It will also require
the student to produce digital images and video productions using computers.
BEGINNING BAND
GRADES: 9-12 - LPHS-OHS - One Year Course
Prerequisite: Director
permission, own instrument or availability of school instrument
Individuals in this band learn music reading and
instrumental performance at the novice level.
In addition to the technical and musical skills needed for performing,
the students learn theory and history appropriate to this level. This course offers students the foundation
and skills necessary to progress to Intermediate Band.
INTERMEDIATE BAND
GRADES: 9-12 - LPHS - One Year Course
Prerequisite: Recommendation of 8th grade teacher of
director
Individuals
in this band perform music appropriate for young high school musicians. This includes methods designed for this
purpose and band music. In addition to
the technical and musical skills needed for performing, the students learn
theory and history appropriate to this level.
This course offers students the foundation and skills necessary to
progress to Honors Advanced Band. In
addition to this curriculum, this band performs as part of the larger LP/O
Marching Band. Performances and extra
curricular practices are scheduled throughout the year as required by the band
director. The course may be repeated
for additional credit. Band Camp, a forty (40) hour sequence offered before the
start of school, merits 2.5 elective credits for Intermediate Band. Conditions for earning credits are
established by the band director.
HONORS ADVANCED BAND
GRADES: 11-12 (9TH and 10th by audition) -
LPHS-OHS - One Year Course – Prerequisite:
Previous band experience and instructor permission
This band course is designed for the most advanced
instrumentalists. Although not strictly
limited to, it is recommended for upperclassmen and other accomplished
musicians. It performs music of
collegiate level at collegiate levels of competence. Along with the most advanced technical and musical skills,
students are expected to learn music theory and history appropriate to this
level. Solos, small ensembles and
auditions for local and/or state honor groups may be expected. This group also performs as part of the
larger LP/O Marching Band. Performances
and extracurricular practices are scheduled throughout the year as required by
the director. This course may be
repeated for additional credit. Band
Camp is a 40 hour sequence of instruction before the start of school, which
merits 2.5 elective credits for wind ensemble members. Conditions for earning the credits are
established by the band director.
BAND - PERCUSSION ENSEMBLE
GRADES: 9-12 - LPHS - One Year Course
Prerequisite: Recommendation of 8th grade teacher of
director
Students
in this course learn techniques and perform percussion ensemble music both as
part of the larger LP/O Marching Band and concert band, and as part of a unique
Percussion Ensemble. In addition to
performing on a wide variety of percussion instruments, the students will learn
the theory and history of the music performed.
Performances and extra curricular practices are scheduled as needed by
the band director. The course may be
repeated for additional credit. This
course may be offered in the same section as other band courses. Band Camp, a 40 hour sequence of instruction
merits 2.5 elective credits for percussionists. Conditions for earning credits are established by the Band
Director.
BAND - VISUAL ENSEMBLE (FLAGS)
GRADES: 9-12 - LPHS - One Year Course
Prerequisite: Recommendation of 8th grade teacher of
director
Students
in this course learn the use of equipment, movement and dance as it relates to
music. In performance this ensemble
uses equipment (flags, shields, twirling sabers, twirling rifles, props,
military and mace batons, etc.) along with dance, movement and marching to
interpret musical selections. This
music may be performed by the LP/O Marching Band or by recorded music. In addition to the techniques necessary for
performance in this visual arena, students learn the theory/history of movement
and music as it relates to this course.
Performances and extra curricular practices are scheduled throughout the
year as required by the band director.
This course may be repeated for additional credit. This course may be scheduled in the same
section as other band courses. Band
Camp is a 40 hour sequence of instruction, which merits 2.5 elective credits
for visual ensemble members. Conditions
for earning credits are established by the Band Director.
CHORUS
GRADES: 9-12 - LPHS-OHS- One Year Course
Prerequisite: Teacher
recommendation
The chorus performs beginning, intermediate, and advanced
level literature from various selected eras of musical histories. In addition to the techniques of rehearsal
and performance, the students learn the theory and history of the music
performed. Required performances are
scheduled by the director. The course
may be repeated for additional credit.
DRAMA
GRADES: 9-12 - LPHS-OHS - One Year Course
This class provides students with experience in basic drama
techniques through games, improvisation, pantomime, lip sync, vocal exercises,
storytelling, self-directed scenes, and formal acting in scenes from classical
and contemporary literature and plays.
From these dramatic exercises and written examinations, students will
gain an appreciation for the theatre, its history and influence in their
lives. They will gain knowledge about
the power and influence of the media so they can think for themselves and make
constructive criticisms and judgments about the films, programs and plays to
which they listen and view. This class
may not be repeated.
THEATRE WORKSHOP
GRADES: 9-12 - LPHS-OHS- One Year Course
Prerequisite: Drama experience and/or teacher permission
This class goes beyond drama to put advanced theater
techniques to work in two major productions, one each semester, and in at least
one student showcase, either individual or small group production using a
variety of technology. Advance acting
techniques, motivation theories, special movement, set design, publicity,
lighting, costuming, makeup, theatre
criticism, and written response to classical and contemporary plays and
playwrights give students an understanding and appreciation of all the workings
of a major production. Students are
encouraged to re-enroll each year.
YEARBOOK
GRADES: 10-12 - LPHS-OHS - One Year Course
Prerequisite: Teacher
recommendation
The creation of the school annual, a documentary of each
year of the high school experience, involves the recording of events,
individuals, and ideas in a variety of formats. Inherent to this process is an understanding of the elements and
principles of art, photography, graphic design, text, business, and
organization. Yearbook is a one year
course. This course may be repeated for
elective credit.
FRENCH I
GRADES: 9-12 - LPHS-OHS - One Year Course
This
course is designed primarily for the non-native speaker of French. It is
designed to facilitate the acquisition of the target language by using the most
current teaching techniques. The pace of the class and manner of instruction of
the material is designed exclusively for the needs of the non-native speaker.
The course will emphasize receptive and productive language skills using
reading, writing, listening and speaking activities. The course will include,
but not be limited to the following topics of study: Salutations; Friends;
Family; School; Home; Community; Travel; Leisure Activities; Clothing; Stores;
Animals; Time; Weather; Celebrations; Restaurant; Food; Geography; Health; and
Environment.
FRENCH II
GRADES: 10-12 - LPHS-OHS - One Year Course
Prerequisite: Grade of “C” of better in French I
This
course is designed primarily for the non-native speaker of French. It is
designed to facilitate the acquisition of the target language by using the most
current teaching techniques. The pace of the class and manner of instruction of
the material is designed exclusively for the needs of the non-native speaker.
The course will emphasize receptive and productive language skills using
reading, writing, listening and speaking activities. The course will include,
but is not be limited to: reinforcement and expansion upon the content and
skills acquired in level one; advanced study of linguistic structures to
enhance communication; exploration of the literature of the target language;
and further study of the target cultures.
ADVANCED FRENCH
GRADES: 11-12 - LPHS-OHS - One Year Course
Prerequisite: Grade of “C” of better in French II
This
course is designed primarily for the non-native or native speaker of French.
Teachers will use a variety of techniques to further develop the students'
abilities in and knowledge of the target language. The course will emphasize
receptive and productive language skills using reading, writing, listening and
speaking activities. The course will include, but is not be limited to:
reinforcement and expansion upon the content and skills acquired in levels one
and two; advanced study of linguistic structures to enhance communication;
further exploration of the literature of the target language; and increased
study of the target cultures.
A.P. FRENCH
GRADE: 11-12 - OHS - One Year Course
Prerequisite: Grade of “C” of better in Advanced French
This
is an advanced French course designed to prepare students for the A.P. French
Language Examination. Students will work to strengthen the language control that
they have already attained. Students will study different literary genes. There
will be strong emphasis on reading and writing skills. The course will include
grammar review as well as advanced grammar study with continuing practice in
speaking.
SPANISH I
GRADES: 9-12 - LPHS-OHS - One Year Course
This
course is designed primarily for the non-native speaker of French or Spanish.
It is designed to facilitate the acquisition of the target language by using the
most current teaching techniques. The pace of the class and manner of
instruction of the material is designed exclusively for the needs of the
non-native speaker. The course will emphasize receptive and productive language
skills using reading, writing, listening and speaking activities. The course
will include, but not be limited to the following topics of study: Salutations;
Friends; Family; School; Home; Community; Travel; Leisure Activities; Clothing;
Stores; Animals; Time; Weather; Celebrations; Restaurant; Food; Geography;
Health; and Environment.
SPANISH II
GRADES: 10-12 - LPHS-OHS - One Year Course
Prerequisite: Grade of “C” or better in Spanish I
This
course is designed primarily for the non-native speaker of Spanish. It is
designed to facilitate the acquisition of the target language by using the most
current teaching techniques. The pace of the class and manner of instruction of
the material is designed exclusively for the needs of the non-native speaker.
The course will emphasize receptive and productive language skills using
reading, writing, listening and speaking activities. The course will include,
but is not be limited to: reinforcement and expansion upon the content and
skills acquired in level one; advanced study of linguistic structures to
enhance communication; exploration of the literature of the target language;
and further study of the target cultures.
ADVANCED SPANISH
GRADES: 11-12 - LPHS-OHS - One Year Course
Prerequisite: Grade of “C” or better in Spanish II
This course
is designed primarily for the non-native or native speaker of French or
Spanish. Teachers will use a variety of techniques to further develop the
students' abilities in and knowledge of the target language. The course will
emphasize receptive and productive language skills using reading, writing,
listening and speaking activities. The course will include, but is not be
limited to: reinforcement and expansion upon the content and skills acquired in
levels one and two; advanced study of linguistic structures to enhance
communication; further exploration of the literature of the target language;
and Increased study of the target cultures.
A.P. SPANISH
GRADE: 11-12 - LPHS-OHS - One Year Course
Prerequisite: Grade of “C” of better in Advanced Spanish
This course
is designed to further develop student's communicative abilities in Spanish.
The course will emphasize the use of Spanish for active communication including
listening, reading, speaking, and writing activities in preparation for the AP
Spanish Language exam. Teachers will
use a variety of techniques to further develop the students' abilities in the
knowledge of the target language. The primary course emphases will include, but
not be limited to: 1) Reinforcement of students' comprehension of formal and
informal spoken Spanish; 2) Acquisition of vocabulary and linguistic structures
to facilitate the easy, accurate reading of newspaper and magazine articles as
well as modern literature; 3) Composition of expository passages; 4) Oral
expression of ideas; and, 5) increased study of the target culture.
ASSOCIATE STUDENT BODY LEADERSHIP
GRADES: 10-12 -
LPHS-OHS - One Year Course
This
course will provide students opportunities to develop their personal and career
goals, advance communication and teamwork skills, and to build their personal
leadership style. Emphasis will be placed upon completing assigned tasks,
learning to function both as a team leader and committee member, and developing
and using time management and organizational skills. Students will be expected
to participate in student organizations such as Associated Student Body,
FHA/HERO, VICA, FFA, FBLA, MEChA, or other.
AVID (Advancement via Individual Determination)
GRADES 9-10 -
LPHS-OHS - One Year Course
Prerequisite: Teacher approval
AVID
(Advancement via Individual Determination) is an elective course that focuses
on college preparation. Emphasis is placed on SAT/ACT test preparation
including analogies, reading comprehension and vocabulary enhancement. Essays,
which introduce the student to timed writing, rapid organization of ideas, and
clarity of expression, are also an area of concentration. A tutorial section,
which is also an essential part of the AVID class, stresses note taking and
time management skills
AVID (Senior Seminar)
GRADES 11-12 –
LPHS – OHS - One Year Course
Prerequisite: Enrollment in lower level AVID course for two years.
This course features tutors, college students, who lead discussions and
analysis of the academic subjects in which the students are enrolled. Students
enrolled in the Seminar are required to complete weekly timed writings and
analytical discourses in all subjects. In addition, students are required to
make oral presentations to the class on topics related to career searches,
college entrance, contemporary issues, social concerns, simultaneously focusing
on a culminating senior paper, portfolio, and/or project. Seminar students,
working with the tutors, are expected to participate in and eventually act as
moderators for Socratic Seminars. These discussions move beyond didactic
instruction and assist students in gaining multiple perspectives on texts,
supporting arguments with clear reasoning and evidence, and developing their
critical thinking skills to the extent necessary for success in college.
AVID TUTORING
GRADES 12 -LPHS
- OHS - One
Year Course
Prerequisite: Teacher approval
The purpose
of the AVID Tutoring course is to train peer-tutors to enhance the skills of
AVID students by modeling and practicing effective tutorial group strategies,
developing higher order questioning techniques, reviewing methods for working
with students' writing, and providing an opportunity for tutors to discuss and
solve problems.
CROSS AGE TUTORING
GRADES: 9-12 - LPHS - One Semester
This
program provides an opportunity for high school students to participate in a
program that works with neighborhood elementary schools. High school students
work with students in grades K-6 in reading, writing, and basic math skills.
HEALTH/DRIVER EDUCATION
GRADE: 9 - LPHS-OHS - Semester Course
Health
is a semester course taken in Grade 9, in which a student must earn a passing
grade in order to meet graduation requirements. Information will be presented
pertinent to the concerns of teens in the areas of physical development,
nutrition, fitness, drugs and substance abuse, and driver’s education. The course concludes with information on
human reproduction, family living, dating, values and the sexually transmitted
diseases. The second quarter of this
course deals with the classroom instruction related to obtain and DMV driving
permit. Each student that
satisfactorily completes the course will receive a pink slip that authorizes
them to obtain the driving permit.
LEP SUPPORT (Pending Board Approval)
LPHS - One Year Course
LEP Support assists English Learners in developing the
skills necessary for academic success.
The course focuses on general academic habits, test taking skills, and
critical thinking skills. In addition,
LEP Support provides enrichment in language arts and mathematics.
LINK CREW LEADERSHIP
GRADES: 11-12-LPHS - OHS One Year Course
The
purpose of the Link Crew Leadership course is to train effective student
leaders to facilitate the Link Crew Program. The goals of the Link Crew program
are an increased sense of community, improved school climate, and a successful
transition of new students. The Link Crew Leadership course will be an
exceptional opportunity for students to obtain the "life" skills
necessary for them to be successful in their future academic, professional, and
personal life as they carry out the many facets of the Link Crew Program.
Special emphasis will be placed on developing written and oral communication
skills, organizational skills, leadership skills, and the ability to set
personal and professional goals. To help develop these skills, the students
will read and work through Sean Covey's book, The 7 Habits of Highly Effective
Teens.
MESA STUDY SKILLS
GRADES: 9-12 - LPHS - One Year Course
MESA Study
Skills is a one-year course designed with an emphasis in science and
mathematics. The course will provide an understanding of numerous study skills
necessary to ensure success in both the secondary school and beyond. Emphasis
will be placed on awareness of strengths and learning styles, reading
strategies, test taking techniques, organizational skills, and career
awareness. This class allows a student to spend an additional hour of
instruction time working on academics, and develop interpersonal learning
skills.
NAVAL SCIENCE I (ROTC)
GRADES: 9 - LPHS - One Year Course
The
purpose of this course is to introduce students to the precepts of citizenship,
the elements of leadership, and the value of scholarship in attaining life
goals. This course is also designed to engender a sound appreciation for the
heritage and traditions of America, with recognition that the role of sea power
will be important in America's future, and develop in each cadet a growing
sense of pride in his//her organizational, associates, and self.
NAVAL SCIENCE II (ROTC)
GRADES: 10-12 - LPHS - One Year Course
The
purpose of this course is to build on the general introduction provided in
Naval Science I, to further develop the traits of citizenship and leadership in
students, introduce cadets to the technical areas of naval science study, and
engender a deeper awareness of the vital importance of the world oceans to the
continued well-being of the United States.
STUDY SKILLS
GRADES: 9-12- LPHS – OHS - One Year Course
Study
Skills is a one-year course designed to provide an understanding of the study
skills necessary to ensure academic success in secondary school and beyond. Emphasis
is placed on awareness of strengths and deficits, learning styles, reading
strategies, test taking techniques, organizational skills, and career
awareness. It also contain information and assistance with remediation for the
California High School Exit Exam.
CAFETERIA AIDE
LPHS-OHS - One Semester (Grades 9 -12 earn 2.5 credits for work
during break or lunch) (juniors and seniors earn 5 credits if they work during
a regular scheduled class period). Must
have prior approval by cafeteria manager.
Provides
experience in the care, preparation and handling of food as well as orderliness
and cleanup procedures. Good attendance and the ability to make change are
necessary for this class.
LIBRARY AIDE
GRADES: 9-12 - LPHS-OHS - Semester Course. Prerequisite:
Recommendation of librarian is requested. Grades: Pass or Fail
This
course is a 5 unit class opens to all grade levels. Students receive “P” or “F”
grades. Students are required to help other students to use the library
research resources and to help maintain the library collection. Students will
be taught to use a variety of resources including computerized data bases,
video recording, the Xerox machines, and a variety of computer programs. Students are expected to demonstrate their
ability to use library resources by completing a variety of projects.
OFFICE AIDE
GRADES: 11-12. LPHS-OHS - One Year Course - 5 Credits each
semester - Prerequisite: Students must have good attendance, a courteous
attitude and prior approval to work in the in the various offices.
Students
working under the direct supervision of an office secretary, applying advanced
clerical skills, receptionist, and use of office equipment. Provides experience
in filing, typing, use of phones and copy machine. Work varies according to
which office the student is assigned, (Counseling or Attendance). All offices
use students as “runners” to deliver call slips, messages, homework requests,
etc. to classrooms.
TEACHER’S AIDE
GRADES: 11-12 - LPHS-OHS - One Semester 2.5 Credits Prerequisite:
See individual teachers for approval.
Provides
students with varied work related activities.