Ajo High School
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Course Description Guide
2008 - 2009
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Classes
ART
ART I:
Students will engage in exercises based on the principles of design and evaluation in relation to the study of color, shape, space, value, line and texture. All projects will be based on the Arizona Visual Arts Standards. The course has two main focuses. The first emphasizes two-dimensional projects that will include tempera, pen and ink, pencil, charcoal, conte-crayon and acrylics. The second focus is devoted to three-dimensional design including hand-built ceramics, pottery and sculpture. Students will draw and paint the human head, skeleton, facial features and the body in motion. The Art I course is a prerequisite for all other art courses.
ART II: (Available School Year 2009/2010)
Prerequisite: ART I; minimum grade of a "C". This course will be devoted to a more advanced level of art experiences. Students will be encouraged to explore their own individual art styles. Again, the year will be divided into the creating of two and three-dimensional projects. This course may be repeated for credit.
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PERFORMING ARTS
DRAMA I:
This is an introductory class in theatrical arts. Instruction is provided in all facets of basic dramatic production. During first semester, students will learn about evaluation of plays, improvisation and pantomime, voice and diction, and acting. Students will also learn the basics of stage production, including the structure of drama, stage setting and lighting, costuming and properties, and makeup.
ADVANCED DRAMA: (Available School Year 2009/2010)
Prerequisite: A grade of "C" or above in Drama I, or the documented participation in at least "3" school sponsored theatrical performance, with at least two on stage. Advanced Drama is designed for the student interested in learning more about any facet of theatre arts. Students in Advanced Drama will complete a series of projects throughout the year. These projects may include reading and evaluating plays, directing, and the performance of audition monologues, two-person scenes, group scenes and one-act plays. In addition, Advanced Drama students may design lighting, sets, costumes and makeup for school productions. Advanced Drama is a repeatable course.
MARCHING AND CONCERT BAND:
The course will focus on the best in concert band and marching band literature. Students will study and prepare for public performances at football games, basketball games, competitions, and seasonal concerts. Grading will be based on participation, and musicianship skills. Band participation will include some night and weekend practices and performances. Students must provide their own instruments and equipment or make arrangements with the director to use school equipment, if available.
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CAREER AND TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION (CTE) and JOINT TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION DISTRICT (JTED)
AUTOMOTIVES I:
This is an introductory course that explores the servicing, maintenance, and repair of most automotive systems. Instructional areas include basic electrical and battery service, basic tune-up procedures, general car maintenance, and basic engine overhaul procedures. Students will work with two-cycle engines, multi and single cylinder engines, chain and shaft drive units, transmissions, suspension systems, fuel systems, and electrical systems.
AUTOMOTIVES II: (Available School Year 2009/2010)
Prerequisite: Automotives I and teacher approval. This course prepares students to diagnose and repair malfunctions in automotive electrical systems and automotive braking systems, allowing students to meet initial ASE certification requirements. The student will also study steering and suspension systems.
CULINARY ARTS I:
This class gives students who are interested in the food service industry the opportunity to learn basic skills needed in the culinary arts profession. This class introduces large cooking equipment, cooking tools, basic knife skills, safety and sanitation, nutrition, and fundamental culinary techniques. Emphasis is placed on professionalism as well as other skills needed to be successful in a career, including leadership, teamwork, and problem solving.
CULINARY ARTS II: (School Year 2009/2010)
Prerequisite: Culinary Arts I and teacher approval. This class gives students the opportunity to further explore the field of culinary arts and prepares students to serve under the supervision of food service professionals. It includes further instruction in kitchen equipment, organization, sanitation and quality control, and quality food preparation. Professionalism and other career skills will be emphasized. Students will also learn front and back of the house skills and assist with the Raider Café. Students will gain experience working with salads, breads, eggs, poultry, pastas, vegetables, and deserts.
DRAFTING (JTED):
Students who take this class should have good mathematical skills. CADD (Computer Assisted Drafting and Design) will be used. Students will survey the fields of mechanical, civil, architectural, and electrical/electronic drafting. Students will interpret dimensions, symbols, legends, scales, directions and orientations, and analyze how content and information are communicated in schematics, blueprints, and technical drawings. Students will check prints for dimensional accuracy, completeness, and note detail.
FIRE SCIENCE (JTED):
Provides an overview to fire protection; career opportunities in fire protection and related fields; philosophy and history of fire protection/service; fire loss analysis; organization and function of public and private fire protection services; fire departments as part of local government; laws and regulations affecting the fire service; fire service nomenclature; specific fire protection functions; basic fire chemistry and physics; introduction to fire protection systems; introduction to fire strategy and tactics.
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (CTE):
Information Technology deals with the use of electronic computers and computer software to convert, store, protect, process, transmit, and retrieve information. For that reason, computer professionals are often called IT specialists or Business Process Consultants, and the division of a company or university that deals with software technology is often called the IT department. Other names for the latter are information services (IS) or management information services (MIS), managed service providers (MSP). This course will study the use of computers and computer software in the business setting, with a focus on exploring Information Technology as a career. Information Technology is a repeatable course.
PUBLIC SAFETY/1ST RESPONDER (JTED):
The 1st Responder course teaches emergency medical skills that will enable first responders in the professions of law enforcement, security, safety, or firefighting to assist people who are suffering from a medical problem or traumatic injury. Participants that successfully complete this course will be eligible to take the National Registry Examination dependant on national requirements.
RADIO/TV/PUBLICATIONS (CTE):
Radio/TV/Publications Class is a combination of multi-media productions, including; Audio/Visual Media, School Newspaper, and Yearbook. Students will be instructed in the basics of video and radio production and broadcast business. Students will participate in individualized and group video assignments, learn to plan and organize video productions, mast the basics of good camera sound and lighting techniques, and use digital audio and video editing and multimedia hardware and software. Students will also participate in the preparation and publication of the monthly school newspaper and annual yearbook. Students should have excellent communication skills (writing and interviewing) and be capable of meeting deadlines and remaining ethical at all times.
WEB PAGE DESIGN (JTED):
Students will learn to create web pages from scratch using a simple text editor. Technologies to be learned include Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), PHP (a dynamic server-side programming language), JavaScript (client-side scripting language) and Cascading Style Sheets (CSS). Students will learn how to organize web pages into a website that is optimized for Search Engine performance. Web ethics will be discussed, including the relationship between the web designer and owner of a website, the responsibility a website has to present information in a timely and readable format and to respect the creative rights of others. Successful completion of this class will give the student the skills and tools needed to become a web design professional.
WELDING (JTED):
This course introduces arc and oxyfuel welding and cutting, providing fundamental principles of joining ferrous and non-ferrous metals, welding and cutting processes, equipment operation, and safety procedures with emphasis upon welding and cutting procedures. The course also introduces the principles of welding and cutting, nomenclature of the equipment, development of the puddle, running flat beads, and butt welding in different positions.
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ELECTIVES
AVID (ADVANCEMENT VIA INDIVIDUAL DETERMINATION):
Each year begins with all students preparing for the Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) or the American College Test (ACT) so that they are ready to participate in one of these exams in their junior and/or senior year. Freshman, sophomore, and junior students are also encouraged to take the Eleventh Grade Preliminary Scholastic Aptitude Test (PSAT) or the Tenth Grade Preliminary American College Test (PLAN) as further preparation. This ongoing preparation includes instruction on averages, geometric formulas, and other problems common to college entrance tests. The language arts preparation includes exercises on test analogies, sentence completion, and reading comprehension. Students also study the most common Greek and Latin roots, prefixes, and suffixes. Students become "test wise" by taking mock SAT and ACT exams. Additionally, the AVID teacher teaches a unit on essay exams that introduces students to the concepts of timed writing, teaches them to organize their thoughts quickly, and prepares them to write concisely. AVID students are encouraged and expected to take Pre-Advanced Placement, Advanced Placement, Honors level, and college preparation courses.
DEPARTMENTAL AIDE (TEACHER AIDE, LIBRARY AIDE, OFFICE AIDE):
Students may be an aide only one (1) period per semester, for a total of four (4) semesters only. Students may not drop a core class to become an aide without administrative approval. Poor attendance or irresponsible behavior will result in removal at the end of the semester.
INDEPENDENT STUDY - CREDIT RECOVERY:
Students may participate in Independent Study for Credit Recovery only one (1) period per semester, for a total of four (4) semesters only. Students may not drop a core class to participate in Independent Study for Credit Recovery without administrative approval. Independent Study for Credit Recovery will be provided through an online curriculum as available. Poor attendance or irresponsible behavior will result in removal at the end of the semester.
PSYCHOLOGY:
The purpose of Psychology is to acquaint the student with psychology as a scientific field of study and its principals and applications as applied to human behavior and interaction, with emphasis on learning and cognitive processes, how functions of the body affect the mind, and psychological development during the life span of an individual. The course studies human development, the psychological impact of the various developmental stages, dealing with teen and family problems such as pregnancy, divorce, re-marriage, aging, death and grieving, stress, and abnormal behaviors. This is a one-year elective course and may not be taken a second time.
WORLD RELIGIONS:
This course introduces the world's major religious traditions. Topics include Primal religions, Hinduism, Buddhism, Islam, Judaism, and Christianity. Upon completion, students should be able to identify the origins, history, beliefs, and practices of the religions studied.
SPANISH I:
Level one of the conversational program is designed to aide the beginning student of Spanish in acquiring a basic understanding of the language. Students learn a wide range of useful vocabulary and sentence patterns. Emphasis is placed on listening and speaking skills. There will be basic practice and review of sentence patterns and verb conjugations.
SPANISH II:
Level two of the conversational program furthers the student s knowledge of Spanish by encouraging active oral participation in practical situations. There will also be a comprehensive study of cultures of Spanish-speaking countries and current social-economic, political situations in each country or region. There will be extensive practice of sentence patterns and verb conjugation. Intermediate grammar (accents), writing, speaking, and reading skills will be developed.
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REQUIRED COURSES
LANGUAGE ARTS
FRESHMAN ENGLISH:
Composition instruction concentrates on paragraph writing skills, basic language mechanics and usage. Writing skills are enhanced through a study of grammar and sentence patterns and the AIMS Six Traits Rubric. Literature studies focus on four major genres: short stories, novels, poetry and drama. Literature assigned is from the classic tradition of Western Civilization including the Ancient Greeks and Romans. Vocabulary development continues throughout the year in conjunction with reading assignments. Technology is integrated into teaching and writing. Skills required for proficiency on the AIMS test are emphasized.
PRE-ADVANCED PLACEMENT FRESHMAN ENGLISH:
While mastery of basic skills as described in the Freshman English course is emphasized, the Pre-Advanced Placement program requires additional in-class reading and writing as well as a heavier homework load. Students are subject to high expectations, particularly with regard to AIMS preparation and preparation for further rigorous coursework.
SOPHOMORE ENGLISH:
The survey approach to literature continues with an in-depth study of short stories, drama, biographies, and the novel. Minority voices in literature and the literature of non-Western world cultures are stressed with particular emphasis placed on developing students' understanding of characterization and theme and of the relationship of these cultures to Western thought, history and philosophy. Composition instruction uses the AIMS Rubric and focuses on the expository and persuasive essay in preparation for the AIMS test. Students continue to study sentence structure, usage, and language mechanics to improve composition skills. Vocabulary development activities continue throughout the year. The major composition project of the year is the completion of a research paper.
PRE-ADVANCED PLACEMENT SOPHOMORE ENGLISH:
While mastery of basic skills as described in the Sophomore English course is emphasized, the Pre-Advanced Placement program requires additional in-class reading and writing as well as a heavier homework load. Students are subject to high expectations, particularly with regard to AIMS preparation and preparation for further rigorous coursework.
JUNIOR ENGLISH:
In the Junior English course, literature studies are comprised of diverse American voices from 1607 to the present and evidence of historic voices in post-civil war American culture. In preparation for AIMS, focus continues on the Six Traits Rubric with further training in the elements of literary analysis, persuasive and expository essay writing. The major composition project of the year is the completion of a literary analysis paper. Advanced work in the areas of mechanics, usage, and vocabulary continue.
ADVANCED PLACEMENT JUNIOR ENGLISH:
The AP English Literature and Composition course is designed to engage students in the careful reading and critical analysis of imaginative literature. Through the close reading of selected texts, students can deepen their understanding of the ways writers use language to provide both meaning and pleasure for their readers. As they read, students should consider a work's structure, style, and themes, as well as such smaller-scale elements as the use of figurative language, imagery, symbolism, and tone. Such close reading involves the experience of literature, the interpretation of literature, and the evaluation of literature. All these aspects of reading are important for an AP course in English Literature and Composition, and each corresponds to an approach to writing about literary works. Writing to understand a literary work may involve writing response and reaction papers along with annotation, free writing, and keeping some form of a reading journal. Writing to explain a literary work involves analysis and interpretation, and may include writing brief focused analyses on aspects of language and structure. Writing to evaluate a literary work involves making and explaining judgments about its artistry and exploring its underlying social and cultural values through analysis, interpretation, and argument. Successful Completion of the AP Exam for any AP course will allow for acquisition of college credit upon approval of the college. AP Exam costs are the responsibility of the student and parent. Exam costs for 2007/2008 were approximately $84.00, and fee waivers are available for students with financial need.
SENIOR ENGLISH:
The Senior English course focuses upon World Literature with particular emphasis on British Literature. Continuing practice is offered in academic essay writing. AIMS Rubric and vocabulary development are also used. To help prepare students for college, test-taking skills for college entrance exams are taught. Seniors are also prepared with business, financial, and personal composition techniques, styles and practice.
ADVANCED COMPOSITION/WORLD LITERATURE:
Advanced Composition is taught in the first semester. The course focuses on written analysis, oral discourse, evaluation, argument and research. Assignments develop depth and proficiency in using language. Basic composition skills are assumed. World Literature is taught in the second semester. This course focuses on the rich literary contributions made by non-American authors. The course surveys all genres and all time periods of world literature, but focuses primarily on non-English language writers. Objectives include demonstrating knowledge and competent performance in reading and responding to literature.
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MATHEMATICS
CONSUMER MATHEMATICS:
Consumer Mathematics is a non-college prep course designed to teach students important and practical mathematical skills, which will help them in life outside of school. Students will learn how to calculate wages, shop wisely, budget their finances, and plan for major purchases, like buying a car.
ALGEBRA I:
In this two-semester course, students use algebraic methods to explore, model and describe patterns, relationships and functions. There is a strong emphasis on writing, graphing, and solving linear equations. Students will use data collection and analysis; statistics and probability to make inferences, decisions, and arguments as they solve a variety of practical problems (course credit is dependent upon students completing the required concepts). Students can expect daily homework assignments. The next course after successful completion of this course is Geometry.
PRE-ADVANCED PLACEMENT ALGEBRA I:
Pre-Advanced Placement course for Algebra 1, 2 will be taught at an accelerated pace and with enrichment. The depth and breadth of the course will develop a strong foundation for the more theoretical and rigorous experience students will encounter at the Advanced Placement Statistics level. This course is aligned with the state standards for Mathematics. Students are subject to high expectations, particularly with regard to AIMS preparation and preparation for further rigorous coursework.
GEOMETRY:
In this course, students use geometric methods, properties and relationships as a means to recognize, draw, describe, connect, and analyze shapes and representations in the physical world. Students will also apply algebraic models and probabilities to physical applications (course credit is dependent upon students completing the required concepts). Students can expect daily homework assignments. This course is aligned with the state standards for Mathematics. The next course after successful completion of this course is Algebra II.
ALGEBRA II:
Students in this course use algebraic methods to explore, model and describe patterns, relationships and functions involving numbers, shapes, data and graphs within a variety of real-world problem solving situations. They represent problem situations using discrete structures such as finite graphs, matrices, sequences and recurrence relations. This class is aligned to the Arizona State Standards in Mathematics. Students who earn a "C" or better may enroll in Advanced Placement Statistics.
ADVANCED PLACEMENT STATISTICS:
Students collect, organize, analyze, interpret, and report data using statistical formulas and processes. Students distinguish between random sampling and biased sampling. Students use statistical measures to analyze real-world phenomena. Upon completion of this course students are well prepared and expected to take the Advanced Placement Statistics test which can result in one semester of college credit. Successful Completion of the AP Exam for any AP course will allow for acquisition of college credit upon approval of the college. AP Exam costs are the responsibility of the student and parent. Exam costs for 2007/2008 were approximately $84.00, and fee waivers are available for students with financial need.
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PHYSICAL EDUCATION/HEALTH
PHYSICAL EDUCATION:
This course is one semester and prepares the student by providing opportunities to acquire the skills and knowledge needed to be physically active as a part of a healthy lifestyle. Students will become competent in movement forms, motor skills and social skills. Activities covered will be aerobics, badminton, tennis, archery, weight training and yoga. Personal fitness scores will be taken on endurance, flexibility, strength, coordination, speed, reaction time and agility. Students will plan a personal exercise program based on their personal scores. As a result, students will begin to actively pursue lifelong physical activities that meet their own needs.
HEALTH:
This course is one semester and will emphasis personal responsibility for their health. Students will learn to make correct choices to maintain wellness through out life. Topics will include conflict resolution skills, alcohol, tobacco and drug abuse, the female and male reproductive system, the digestive system, stages of the human life cycle, eating disorders and nutrient deficiencies that relate to diseases, environmental issues, and first aid practices.
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SCIENCE
PHYSICAL SCIENCE:
This introductory laboratory-based course lays the necessary foundation for the upper level science curriculum. Concepts are approached in a hands-on style that emphasizes problem-solving techniques and science process skills. Semester 1 focuses on motion, forces and energy, while Semester 2 covers the structure and properties of matter, geochemical cycles and the earth system.
BIOLOGY:
In semester 1, students study how the human body works from the molecular level to interactions of body systems. External and internal factors that affect human health are examined. Ethical issues raised by recent scientific discoveries and advanced technologies are explored. Semester 2 explores such topics as biological classification, species diversity, biogeochemical cycles and energy transfer within ecosystems. Students study the interrelationships of organisms and the environment as they are shaped by ecological and evolutionary principles.
ADVANCED PLACEMENT BIOLOGY:
One of the main goals of AP Biology is to help students develop a conceptual framework for modern biology and to help students gain an appreciation of science as a process. The ongoing information explosion in biology makes these goals even more challenging. Primary emphasis will be on developing an understanding of concepts rather than on memorizing terms and technical details. Therefore, a grasp of science as a process; personal experience in scientific inquiry; recognition of unifying themes that integrate the major topics of biology; and application of biological knowledge, analytical skills, and critical thinking to environmental and social concerns will be stressed. Upon completion of this course students are well prepared and expected to take the Advanced Placement Biology test which can result in one semester of college credit. Successful Completion of the AP Exam for any AP course will allow for acquisition of college credit upon approval of the college. AP Exam costs are the responsibility of the student and parent. Exam costs for 2007/2008 were approximately $84.00, and fee waivers are available for students with financial need.
CHEMISTRY:
Chemistry is a study of the structure and properties of matter at the atomic and molecular levels serves as the foundation for investigating practical applications of chemical phenomena. Laboratory investigations and problem-solving techniques are emphasized. Two credits of science, including Biology, must be completed as a prerequisite for Chemistry.
PHYSICS:
This lab course stresses recognition and formulation of definitions, concepts and mathematical models of physical laws. This course includes topics in both modern and classical physics. The goal of the course is to provide a systematic development of the main principles of physics, emphasizing problem solving and helping the student to develop a deep understanding of the physical concepts usually encountered in an introductory college physics course. Knowledge of algebra and basic trigonometry is required; the basic ideas of calculus may be introduced in connection with physical concepts, such as acceleration and work. Three credits of science, including Biology and chemistry, must be completed as a prerequisite for Physics.
SOCIAL STUDIES
WORLD GEOGRAPHY:
World Geography is a one semester course designed to provide students with the skills to ask geographical questions, acquire geographical information, arrange geographical information, analyze geographical information, and answer geographical questions. The course of study will address the skills and elements by examining Africa, Antarctica, Asia, Australia and Oceania, Europe, Middle America, North America, and South America. Skill development will include, but is not limited to, the interpretation and application of maps, graphs, charts, political cartoons, primary documents, and other social studies tools. This course should be taken along with World History.
WORLD HISTORY:
World History is a one semester course that surveys significant political, cultural, social and economic issues from prehistory to the modern age. The course is taught with a multicultural perspective and includes contributions made by various cultural groups and women. This course should be taken along with World Geography.
UNITED STATES (US) HISTORY:
United States History surveys significant political, cultural, social and economic issues from the Civil War to the present. The course is taught with a multicultural perspective and includes contributions made by various cultural and ethnic groups and women. Arizona history is included in the course.
ADVANCED PLACEMENT UNITED STATES (US) HISTORY:
This course in United States history is designed to provide students with the analytical 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. Students should learn to assess historical materials-their relevance to a given interpretive problem, their reliability, and their importance- and to weigh the evidence and interpretations presented in historical scholarship. An AP United States History course should thus 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 an essay format. Upon completion of this course students are well prepared and expected to take the Advanced Placement U.S. History test which can result in one semester of college credit. Successful Completion of the AP Exam for any AP course will allow for acquisition of college credit upon approval of the college. AP Exam costs are the responsibility of the student and parent. Exam costs for 2007/2008 were approximately $84.00, and fee waivers are available for students with financial need.
ECONOMICS:
The goal of the senior year, one semester Economics course is for the student to demonstrate an understanding of basic economic concepts. Students become familiar with the economic system of the United States and how it operates. They also explore the roles of various components of the American economic system. Students examine their roles as consumer, worker, investor and voting citizen. Topics of discussion include the Stock Market, comparative economic systems, and the impact of political and social decisions on the economy. This course should be taken in conjunction with Government.
GOVERNMENT:
Government is a course wherein students critically examine and analyze the Constitution of the United States, United States system of government and the doctrines and tenets on which the United States was established. Using this examination and analysis as a newly developed lens, students will engage in participatory social action research wherein they will identify issues relevant to their social reality, they will research these issues and the students will create resolution(s) for these issues. This course satisfies the American Government requirement. This course should be taken in conjunction with Economics.
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EXTENDED SERVICES
ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNER SUPPORT SERVICES
The ELL beginning, intermediate, and advanced levels of English language instruction constitute at least one class period per day. One period is English ESL; the second class is Reading ESL. Endorsed educators teach Structured English Instruction (SEI) classes in English. These classes feature the same curriculum as other required classes, but do offer methods of teaching which are helpful to students developing English language proficiency.
The ESL curriculum provides a solid background in English grammar composition and spoken language. Students will learn vocabulary and syntax through the reading of a variety of materials at their language acquisition level. In addition, students are introduced to the culture of American education, which includes specific rules and standards. ESL classes are designed to help students from other language backgrounds to enter mainstream classes. Students are required to take Reading ESL and English ESL to complete the ESL requirements. For these classes, they will receive one unit of English credit and one unit of elective credit.
SPECIAL EDUCATION SUPPORT SERVICES
High School special education provides a range of instructional, vocational, and support services for students attending high school, and for transition into the community. Students in high school special education receive services within a continuum ranging from support and assistance within general education classes to specialized instruction in special education classrooms. Services for students unable to attend school due to long-term suspensions and expulsions are provided at locations in the community as determined by the multi-disciplinary team.
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