Sitka High School

Course Descriptions2017-2018

1000 Lake StreetSitka, Alaska 99835

(907) 747-3263

Table of Contents

Enrollment Requirements and Documentation……………………………………………..3Grade Level Calculation by Credits……………………………………………………………….3Graduation Requirements……………………………………………………………………………4Recommendations for College-Bound Students…………………………………………….4Alaska Performance Scholarship at SHS………………………………………………………..5Other Learning Opportunities………………………………………………………………………6Tips to Making a Good Schedule……………………………………………………………………7

Individual Course Descriptions………………………………………………………………..8-21Language Arts…………………………………………………………………………………………8-10Social Studies…………………………………………………………………………….……….…10-11Mathematics…………………………………………………………………………………………11-12Science…………………………………………………………………………………………………12-13Physical Education……………………………………………………………………………..…13-14Career & Technical Education…………………..……………………………………………14-17

Design & Construction Technology………………………………………………...14-15Metals…………………………………………………………………………………………….….15Family & Consumer Science…………………………………………………………….….15Information Technology……………………………………………………………………..16Mechanics………………………………………………………………………………………….17Health Sciences…………………………………………………………………………….…….17General Vocational Electives………………………………………………………….……17

World Languages……………………………………………………………...………………………..18Music…………………………………………………………………………………………………...........19Applied Arts……………………………………………………………………………………….…19-20Drama………………………………………………………………………………………………..……...21Other Electives……………………………………………………….………………………………….21

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Enrollment RequirementsWelcome to Sitka High School! If you and your family are new to our Sitka we look forward to enrolling your student into our school

community. Please call the SHS Registrar’s Office at (907) 966-1905 to schedule an enrollment appointment. You will need to personally appear to register your child, complete a registration form and other required documentation.

Please bring the following documents to your registration meeting: Completed registration form (found on Sitkaschools.org) Student Birth Certificate or Passport Parent/Guardian Photo ID Proof of Parental Relationship, Custody, or Guardianship (if applicable bring legal proof of custody) Current Immunization Records Two Current, Local Emergency Contact Phone Numbers Previous School Transcripts, and Withdrawal Grades (if applicable) Individualized Education Plan (IEP) and/or 504 Accommodation Plan (if applicable and available) Other - Medical Forms, Allergy Alerts, Etc.

Please Note: Only the persons or agencies with educational rights for a student may enroll that student in school. Step parent, other relative, or non-relative, noncustodial parent, or agency must present a notarized statement granting permission to reside with you, and make educational and medical decisions for the student. .

Steps to Enrollment

1. Schedule an enrollment appointment with the registrar2. Gather required documents (see shaded area above)

3. Attend enrollment appointment and complete all registration documents4. Schedule an appointment with SHS Counselor

5. SHS requests records from your previous school- this may take a few days6. Meet with SHS Counselor to develop a class Schedule

7. Meet with Ms. Loree in the front office to pay any course fees and book deposits8. Meet Principal and Vice Principal

9. Your student starts school at Sitka High!

Grade Level by CreditsSitka High School assigns grade level by the number of credits students have earned toward graduation (not necessarily by the number of years he or she has been in high school). Credits are earned by receiving passing scores in courses and

may be transferred in to Sitka High from other approved high schools.

The guidelines for grade placement are as follows:

0.0-5.0 Credits Freshman5.1-11.0 Credits Sophomore11.1-16.0 Credits Junior

16.1+ Credits Senior

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Graduation RequirementsLanguage Arts 4 Credits  

Social Studies 3 Credits1 credit of U.S. History, 1 credit of American Government, 1/2 credit of Global Issues and 1/2 credit of Alaska Studies

Mathematics 3 Credits Must pass Integrated Math 2 or equivalent

Science 3 Credits1 credit of Life Science 1 credit of Physical Science and 1 credit Science Elective

Physical Education 2 Credits Must include 1/2 credit Health Career & Technical Education 1 Credit  Electives 7 Credits  In addition to course credit requirements, all students must pass the following examinations:

Sitka High School Swim Competency

Total Credits 23 Credits Minimum required credits

Maximum credits that can be used for graduation:Teacher/Office Aide 1 Credit 1 class/semester maximumWork Experience 2 Credits 1 credit/year (1.2 credit =

100 hours work)Physical Education 3 Credits Including Health

Recommendations for College-Bound StudentsA word of caution: students who intend to go on to college or other post-secondary training should do much more than the

graduation requirements! The requirements listed above are minimums, and WILL NOT prepare you properly for the rigors of college!

Language Arts 4+ CreditsSee eligible APS courses on the next page for recommendations of college preparatory courses in Language Arts- take challenging ones!!

Social Studies 3-4 CreditsIn addition to required courses, taking World History, Geography, and/or dual enrollment Psychology will give you a nice background in Social Studies

Mathematics 3-4 CreditsChallenge yourself to make it as high in math as possible! Remember, we’ve got great A/P opportunities in Stats and Calc, which could even give you college credit!

Science 3-4 CreditsColleges like to see laboratory sciences, so taking courses such as Chemistry, Physics and Forensics will give you a good base in Science

World Languages 2-4 Credits Many colleges like to see a minimum of 2 years in a single foreign language (some like more than 2 years).

Fine or Performing Arts 1+ Credit Many colleges like to see at least a year of fine or performing arts, this could be music, art, or drama

Challenging Electives  Choose your electives wisely! Make sure that the fun courses you choose challenge you and lead you toward your future

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goals!

GRADESKeep your grades up!!! EVERY grade you earn in high school goes on your transcript, which will be sent to the colleges, and scholarships you apply to!

Alaska Performance Scholarship at SHSTo qualify for the Alaska Performance Scholarship, students in the graduating class of 2015 and beyond must take a rigorous course load including specific course titles. The tables below indicate which Sitka High School courses are included in eligibility for this scholarship.

For details about the Alaska Performance Scholarship please visit http://acpe.alaska.gov

Mathematics Department

Approved Mathematics CoursesRecommended as

“Equivalent Courses”to the 2015 Eligibility Checklist

Recommended as“Additional Courses”

for APS eligibility

Math Courses NOT Approved for APS Eligibility

Integrated Math 1AEquivalent to: .5 Integrated Math1 semester 1*NOTE- limited APS credit

Math 1 Lab

Integrated Math 1BEquivalent to: .5 Integrated Math 1 semester 2*NOTE- limited APS credit

Math 2 Lab

Integrated Math 1 Equivalent to: .75 Algebra 1& .25 Geometry

Integrated Math 2 Equivalent to: .75 Algebra 2 & .25 Geometry

Integrated Math 3 Equivalent to: .5 Algebra 2 & .5 Geometry

Integrated Math 3/Pre-CalcEquivalent to: .5 Algebra 2, .5 Geometry & 1.0 Pre-Calculus

Pre-Calculus XA/P Calculus XA/P Statistics XAlgebra for College .5 Algebra 2

Language Arts Department

Approved Language Arts CoursesRecommended as

“Equivalent Courses”to the 2015 Eligibility Checklist

Recommended as“Additional Courses”

for APS eligibility

Language Arts Courses NOT Approved

for APS EligibilityEnglish 9 Equivalent to: .5 American Lit 1 & .5 Composition 1 Alaska Literature

English 10Equivalent to: .5 World Literature 1 &.5 Composition1

Surveying Literature & Writing

American Literature X DramaA/P Language & Composition X Young Adult LiteratureCreative Writing XDebate/Speech X

Honors EnglishEquivalent to: .5 Advanced Composition &.5Advanced World Literature

MythologyEquivalent to: .5 Advanced Composition&.5 Advanced World Literature

Shakespeare Equivalent to: 1.0 British Lit.

Science Department

Approved Science CoursesRecommended as

“Equivalent Courses”to the 2015 Eligibility Checklist

Recommended as“Additional Courses”

for APS eligibility

Science Courses NOT Approved for APS Eligibility

Life Science Equivalent to: 1.0 Biology Alaska NaturalistPhysical Science X Field ScienceChemistry X RoboticsForensics X Science & TechPhysics XScience Mentorship X

Social Studies Department

Approved Social Studies CoursesRecommended as

“Equivalent Courses”to the 2015 Eligibility Checklist

Recommended as“Additional Courses”

for APS eligibility

Social Studies Courses NOT Approved for APS Eligibility

Alaska Studies Equivalent to: .5 Alaska HistoryA/P Human Geography XAmerican Government XAmerican Studies/U.S. History XGlobal Issues Equivalent to: .5 GeographyU.S. History X

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World Geography XWorld History X

Other Learning OpportunitiesAs a small high school we may not have all of the learning opportunities you desire within our walls, however we do

collaborate with some other wonderful programs to expand your options! *Please note that any tuition costs or fees associated with such programs are assumed by your family, not by SHS.

University of Alaska Southeast-Sitka CampusSHS and UAS offer dual enrollment opportunities on a variety of vocational and General Education Requirement courses.

This is a great opportunity for students to expand course options and begin to earn college credit while in high school. See the course description in “Other Electives” on page #21 for GPA and enrollment requirements as well as tuition

reimbursement information. Talk with your counselor or UAS admissions for more information.

REACH HomeschoolFor the independent learner, a wide variety of courses in all subject areas are available through REACH Homeschool.

Courses may be offered in print materials or through online sources. Homeschool students must have a parent or other reliable adult who will assume responsibility for some grading and keeping students on track. Contact your counselor or

the REACH Homeschool office at 966-1330 for more information.

Pacific High SchoolLocated on Lincoln Street, Pacific High School is also in the Sitka School District. Courses offered at PHS do run on a

different schedule than Sitka High School, but with careful planning some students are able to enjoy learning opportunities at both schools. For information talk with a Sitka High counselor or the co-principals at PHS.

Various Online or Distance Education High SchoolsSitka High will accept transfer credits from a wide variety of accredited distance and online high schools. Some common

programs that we have accepted credit from include Brigham Young University High School, Raven Correspondence, North Dakota Center for Distance Education, AVENTA, Alaska K12 and Alaska’s Learning Network (AKLN). If you intend to take a course through an outside agency such as these, talk with your counselor to verify that credits earned will be

accepted at Sitka High. We do not endorse any specific program.

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Keys to making a good scheduleMake sure you’ve included your graduation requirements! During registration your counselor will provide you with a list of the courses you need to take to stay on track. Make sure that you include the required courses in your schedule or… 1) your schedule will be changed by your counselor to include what you need or 2) you will be behind in credits toward graduation and will need to catch up on required courses the next year!

Make your courses count! Every course you take at Sitka High School should be leading you in a future direction. Required courses are helping you achieve your goal of Graduation. Elective courses should also be chosen with great care so that you take courses that will help you toward your future career. Talk to your counselor about career pathways and/or college preparatory plans so that you can get the most out of your high school experience.

Choose courses for the right reasons! Never take a class just because you assume it will be easy or because your friends are all taking it! Your chosen schedule should be helping YOU reach your future goals. This may mean that you have to challenge yourself or meet new classmates.

Make a long-term plan! Use the 4-Year Academic Plan below to plot out your high school career. This will keep you on track for graduation and let you evaluate whether your course choices are leading you toward your future goals.

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LANGUAGE ARTSALASKA LITERATURE:  Grades 11-12 1 or 2 SemestersPrerequisite: Junior/Senior Level Standing    This course is a study of classic and contemporary prose and poetry with a focus on Alaska and the Yukon Territory. Themes important to these areas will be explored through past and current events. Some authors covered may include Jack London, Nora Marks Dauenhauer, John Haines, Nick Jans, Ernestine Hayes, and Robert Service. Author Sherry Simpson’s book Dominion of Bears will be read over the course of the two semesters. Alaska Native myths and stories derived from oral tradition will also be studied. Course work includes: essays, projects, creative writing, poetry analysis, oral presentations, independent and/or small group readings of 2-3 novels per semester, and technical writing. This is a class you should take only if you are interested in northern subjects. This class may also be taken as an I/S with permission.AMERICAN LITERATURE: Grades 11-12 1 or 2 Semesters Prerequisite: Junior/Senior Level Standing  This is a college-prep survey course of American literature focusing on texts (poetry, nonfiction, short stories, and novels) written between the colonial period through the present. Works will be covered chronologically. First semester, students will read works written through the early twentieth century. Second-semester texts will be selections from the early twentieth century through the present day. Students may also research the historical context and worldview of one of these authors, writing an MLA-formatted paper. In addition, students each semester may be assigned works to read independently and/or in small groups.A/P LANGUAGE & COMPOSITION Grade 11 Year-long

AP Test Fee:  $93.00Prerequisite: “B” average or higher in all high school English CoursesJunior StandingAP Language and Composition is a course for Juniors in preparation for the AP Exam in English Language and Composition. In this course we will examine how writers use language, style, and rhetoric to create meaning. Students will write formal analytic and persuasive essays, as well as perform careful and critical analysis of texts to examine how writers use language skillfully.  AP Language and Composition is primarily a writing course. However, it's not a creative writing course. Through close reading and frequent writing, students will develop their ability to analyze text. Formal writing will be process-driven, meaning we will work through the process of pre-writing, writing and revision.   Readings will be mostly non-fiction. Grammar, usage, and mechanics instruction will occur in the context of student writing and in the analysis of written passages.

CREATIVE WRITING: Grades 11-12 1 or 2 Semesters

Prerequisites: Sophomore/Junior/Senior StandingStudents will read and write poetry, short stories, and creative non-fiction in this workshop-style class.  Journal writing and in-class writing exercises will provide a foundation for the long-term project and writing portfolio that are exit requirements for this class.  Students will learn the basic techniques of creative writing while sharing and critiquing one another’s work.  Sophomores may take this class, in addition to their English 10 requirement. DEBATE/SPEECH: Grades 9-12 1 Semester

 Prerequisites: None  In Debate/Speech, students will refine public speaking skills and learn the fundamentals of debate. Students spar debate, public forum debate and deliver a variety of speeches. Students do not have to be on the debate team to take this class, but the class will prepare students to be successful at meets.

DRAMA: Grades 9-12 1 Semester Prerequisites: None  

Drama is a class that is designed to give students an overall experience of what it is to be involved in the theater. A significant portion of the course will be spent on acting technique. Therefore, you must be comfortable performing in front of a group to be successful in this class. The class will also be exploring

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theatre history, play analysis, play writing, stage makeup, costume design, and a small amount of stage combat.

ENGLISH 9-100: Required for Grade 9 Year-Long This course is required for all 9th graders and is integrated with American

Studies. English 9-100 is an entry-level English requirement, equivalent to English 9-101, but that is integrated with American Studies known collectively as Freshman Block. Students will explore major themes in American History from 1800 to the present by reading a wide array of fiction--short stories, poems and novels. Including To Kill a Mockingbird--and non-fiction literature (primary and secondary sources) while exploring the historical record. Students will demonstrate their language and writing skills throughout the year with persuasive, narrative, and reflection essays and research papers, along with critical thinking and personal journal responses.

ENGLISH 09-101: Required for Grade 9 Year-Long

Prerequisites: NoneEnglish 09-101 is an entry-level English requirement and is equivalent to English 9-101. It is taught as a stand-alone course. Students taking English 09-101 take U.S. History as a stand-alone course. Students will read a variety of short stories. Additionally, students will be assigned to choose titles to read in small groups of two to three classmates (“lit circles”). Students will also read J.R.R. Tolkien’s The Hobbit and Harper Lee’s To Kill a Mockingbird. Researching skills and MLA citation will be reviewed and practiced. Major assignments include the I-Search paper, speech, and self-portrait writing.

ENGLISH 10: Required for Grade 10

Year-Long 

Prerequisites: None  English 10 provides a foundation for upper-level English electives. Students will read a variety of novels and plays, most of which will be student-selected. Additionally, students may be assigned to choose titles to read in small groups of four to five classmates (lit circles). Students will also read at least one Shakespeare play. English 10 emphasizes both reading and the writing process. Researching skills and MLA citation will be covered in depth. Major assignments may include a research paper, speech, and self-portrait.HONORS ENGLISH: Grade 12 1 or 2 Semesters

Prerequisites: Grade of B or higher (i.e., no B- or below) in all previous English classes; present transcripts at signup. Previous English Electives must be college prep: American Lit, Mythology, Debate, or Shakespeare. Prospective students must also have recommendation of current English teacher. (This is a form the student has her or his teacher sign.)Students in Honors English will read college-preparatory texts and write about them in a thoughtful, critical manner. Students will examine the importance of literature and explore themes presented in a variety of texts, including novels, short stories, poems, plays, and essays. Students must have the discipline to discuss challenging texts and complete large reading assignments, responding to assigned works in a reader's journal. Students will sign an honor code the first week of class; breaking the honor code may result in removal from the course.

MYTHOLOGY:  Grades 11-12 1 or 2 semesters

Prerequisite: Junior/Senior Level StandingThis course is an introduction to Greek, Roman and world mythology. Edith Hamilton’s Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes and Homer’s Iliad and Odyssey will be read through the course of the two semesters. Coursework includes some independent reading along with short, in-class readings, mythology in film as text support, essays, projects, creative writing including poetry, oral presentations and the Creating Myth writing project that spans both semesters. Target audience: independent readers who are highly interested in the fantasy and mythology genres.

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SHAKESPEARE: Grades 11-12 1 or 2 semesters

Prerequisite: Junior/Senior Level Standing  In this course, students will read a sampling of Shakespearean plays and sonnets. First semester, most reading will be done aloud in class. Second semester, reading will be done more independently, perhaps including student direction and acting of scenes, depending on student interest. First semester works are A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Macbeth, Twelfth Night, and The Tempest. Second semester plays are Hamlet, Henry V, Richard III, and then small groups choosing Merchant of Venice, Othello, or Much Ado About Nothing. Another text used in the class is Allison Schumacher’s Shaking Hands with Shakespeare. Students will understand the plots of the plays, the cultural and historical influences on Shakespeare’s works, and the plays’ current influence on and relevance to modern life. Each semester students may be assigned to research an aspect of Shakespeare and his work. Note: Absences will negatively affect students’ grades; students earn a content grade each day they are present. Each period a student misses will need to be made up in order. If a student misses an 85-minute class, for example, s/he should anticipate making up those 85 minutes in school (i.e., during office hours and/or lab).SURVEYING LITERATURE & WRITING: Grades 11-12 1 or 2 SemestersPrerequisite: Junior/Senior Level Standing and recommendation of teacher.  This upper level course is designed for students who enjoy a wide variety of young adult and classic literature. Books are read together in order to get a common understanding of the literature. Papers/Projects are done in class. Films are used to follow up on themes of the literature. Teacher recommendation is required.YOUNG ADULT LITERATURE: Grades 11-12 1 or 2 semestersPrerequisite: Junior/Senior Level Standing    Young Adult Literature is a yearlong course focusing on works written by or about young adults, and intended for, or of interest to, a young adult audience. Primarily students will read novels, but they will also read some short stories, a play, and poetry. First semester the whole-class novel is Running Loose by Chris Crutcher; second semester it is Gentlehands by M.E. Kerr. Students will usually choose a book (from about three to five possible titles) sharing a theme to read in lit circles; the themes may be fitting in/outsiders, food and nutrition (a nonfiction unit), crime and punishment, autobiography/memoir, classics, and the Holocaust. Students in YA Lit major writing assignments include a self-portrait and a research project. Note: Since many books deal with problems of concern to and are meant to appeal to a young adult audience, the language and content of many books we read might be objectionable to some readers. Students should not sign up for this class if the books might be inappropriate for them, or if their parents or guardians find the texts objectionable.

SOCIAL STUDIESALASKA STUDIES:  Grades 10-12 1 Semester

Prerequisite:  Sophomore Standing    Students will explore Alaska through geographical, historical, political, economic, and cultural lenses.  Students will delve into essential questions about Alaska, use primary documents, and participate in projects, essays, discussions, and debates.Learning opportunities will focus on units organized around the following historical topics: Alaska’s Geography, Alaska’s Cultures, Russia’s Colony, America’s Territory, Alaska’s Government, and Alaska’s Statehood.Alaska Studies is required for high school graduation.

A/P HUMAN GEOGRAPHY:  Grades 11-12 Year-long

Prerequisites:  American Studies/U.S. History, also recommended World History AP Test Fee:  $93.00NOTE: Students taking A/P Human Geography for the entire year are not required to take Global Issues.Introduction to the systematic study of patterns and processes that have shaped human understanding, use, and alteration of Earth's surface with an emphasis on (1) the nature and perspectives of geography,

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(2) population, (3) culture, (4) politics, (5) land use and agriculture, (6) industrialization and economic development, and (7) urbanization. This is an Advanced Placement Course where students have the opportunity to earn college standing by passing the College Board's placement exam at the end of the year.  Although not required, all students enrolled in the course are expected to take the exam.

AMERICAN GOVERNMENT: Required for Grade 11

Year-long

Prerequisites: Junior Standing    Students will understand how democracy works through participation and observation of the political process. The course will make students aware of how government decisions and policies impact their communities and personal lives. American Government is a requirement for graduation.

AMERICAN STUDIES (U.S. History): Required for Grade 9

Year-long

Prerequisites:  None    Students will study American history from 1800 to the present. This is a required course for all 9th graders.

GLOBAL ISSUES: Required for Grade 12

1 Semester

Prerequisites: Senior status, U.S. History, and American Government  Students will develop an understanding of global interdependence. Students will explore challenging issues facing the world community such as environmental concerns, population growth, international conflict and the impact of US foreign policy. The course is designed to build skills in research techniques, critical thinking and peer collaboration. Global Issues is required for graduation.

WORLD HISTORY: Grades 10-12 1 or 2 Semesters

Prerequisites: None Recommended for college-bound students The purpose of this course is to develop greater understanding of the evolution of global processes and contacts in different types of human societies. This understanding is advanced through a combination of selective factual knowledge and appropriate analytical skills. The course highlights the nature of changes in global frameworks and their causes and consequences, as well as comparisons among major societies. It emphasizes relevant factual knowledge, leading interpretive issues, and skills in analyzing types of historical evidence. Periodization forms an organizing principle to address change and continuity throughout the course. Specific themes provide further organization to the course, along with consistent attention to contacts among societies that form the core of world history as a field of study.

WORLD GEOGRAPHY: Grades 10-12 1 Semester

Prerequisites: NoneUse geospatial technologies to tour the world.  Review or learn world geography as background for world history, AP Human Geography, Global Issues, or for yourself.  Emphasis will be on geographical thinking skills matched with physical and human systems content.  Meets the course requirements for the Governor’s Performance Scholarship.  Preference given to sophomores-seniors.  A great course for those who love hands-on, technology-based, creative learning. 

Psychology: Grades 11-12 1 Semester

Prerequisites: None

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This course is designed to give you a broad overview of the many different perspectives from which psychologists try to understand human behavior. By the end of this course, you will be familiar with these perspectives: biological, cognitive, developmental, personality, and social psychology. This course is appropriate for those who are interested in an introductory course for the field of psychology. 

MATHEMATICS

INTEGRATED MATH 1: Grades 9 – 12 Year-long

Prerequisites: Successful completion of the 8th grade math course  This course consists of seven units, each covering a different mathematical topic. Topics include Algebra/Functions, Geometry/Trigonometry, Statistics/Probability and Discrete Mathematics.

INTEGRATED MATH 2: Grades 9 – 12 Year-long

Prerequisites: Must successfully pass Integrated Math 1 (or Algebra 1) with a grade of C- or better, or successful completion of both Math 1A and Math 1B.This course consists of seven units, each covering a different mathematical topic. Topics include Algebra/Functions, Geometry/Trigonometry, Statistics/Probability and Discrete Mathematics.

INTEGRATED MATH 3: Grades 10 – 12 Year-long

Prerequisites: Must successfully pass Integrated Math 2 (or Algebra 1 and Geometry) with a grade of C- or higher.This course consists of seven units, each covering a different mathematical topic. Topics include Algebra/Functions, Geometry/Trigonometry, Statistics/Probability, and Discrete Mathematics. Students are strongly encouraged to purchase their own Texas Instruments graphing calculator model 83+ or 84+.

INTEGRATED MATH 3/PRE-CALCULUS: Grades 11 – 12 Meets every day, Year-long

Prerequisites: Must successfully pass Int. Math 2 (or Algebra 1 and Geometry) with a grade of B- or betterThis course requires students to sign up for a double math period and will meet every day for approximately 85 minutes. Students will complete the Math 3 course in the first semester and the Pre-Calculus (Math 4) course in the second semester. This course includes Algebra, Geometry, Statistics, Probability and Discrete Mathematics. Students are strongly encouraged to purchase their own Texas Instruments graphing calculator model 83+ or 84+.

PRE-CALCULUS: Grades 11 - 12 Year-long

Prerequisites: Must successfully pass Integrated Math 3 (or Algebra 2) with a grade of C- or higherThis course consists of six units, each covering a different mathematical topic. Topics will include Algebra/Functions, Geometry/Trigonometry, Statistics/Probability, and Discrete Mathematics. Students are strongly encouraged to purchase their own Texas Instruments graphing calculator model 83+ or 84+.

A/P CALCULUS: Grades 11 – 12 Year-long

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Prerequisites: Must successfully pass Pre-Calc (Math 4) with a grade of C- or higher. AP Test Fee:  $93.00This is an Advanced Placement Course where students have the opportunity to earn college standing by passing the College Board’s placement exam at the end of the year. Although not required, all students enrolled in the course are expected to take the exam. Students are strongly encouraged to purchase their own Texas Instruments graphing calculator model 84+ or 89. Students who score a 3 or better on the AP exam get 4 credits at UAS for Math 251 (Calculus 1). Students who score a 4 or better on the AP exam will get 4 credits at UAA or UAF for Math 251 (Calculus 1).

A/P STATISTICS: Grades 11 – 12 Year-long

Prerequisites: Must successfully pass Integrated Math 3 (or Algebra 2) with a grade of C- or higher. AP Test Fee:  $93.00

This Advanced Placement Course is the equivalent of a first semester college statistics course. Although not required, all students enrolled in the course are expected to take the exam. Students are strongly encouraged to purchase their own Texas Instruments graphing calculator model 83+ or 84+.

ALGEBRA for COLLEGE: Grades 11-12 Year-long

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Math 2Intended for students going on to college or other post high school training programs not requiring calculus. This course will be a review of fundamental concepts and applications of algebra emphasizing computational and problem-solving skills. Topics include working with linear and quadratic equations and inequalities, exponents, polynomials, and polynomial functions, factoring, rational expressions and functions, formula evaluation and rearrangement, and graphs of functions and relations. Not recommended for students pursuing careers in science, mathematics or engineering.Mathematics for Business & Personal Finance 1 & 2:

Grades 11 - 12 1 or 2 Semesters

Prerequisites: Successful completion of Math 2 or teacher approvalMathematics for Business and Personal Finance teaches students mathematics, in the context of business and personal finance like budgeting and money management, banking and credit, and saving and investing. This program provides valuable information on how to use math in everyday business and personal finance situations to fully understand how to manage one's financial resources effectively for lifetime financial security. Mathematics for Business and Personal Finance can be taken in one or two semesters.

SCIENCEALASKA NATURALIST: Grades 11-12 Year-longPrerequisites: Successful completion of Life Science and Physical Science  This course is for those students who enjoy learning about Sitka’s natural history (local plants and animals and their environment). It should be of special interest to those who enjoy outdoor recreation or would like to work in the visitor industry or natural resource management.

CHEMISTRY: Grades 11-12 Year-long

Prerequisites: Successful completion of Physical Science and Int. Math 2.  Chemistry is the study of the basic building blocks of the universe. Atomic structure, chemical quantities and their interactions are covered using mathematics and laboratory work.

FORENSICS: Grades 11-12 Year-long

Prerequisites: Chemistry    

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The course introduces students to the field of forensic science through an exploration of the techniques found in the modern crime laboratory. Case studies and interaction with local law enforcement agencies will help students see the role of forensic science in criminal investigations.

FIELD SCIENCE: Grades 11-12 Year-longPrerequisites: Application with the instructor and recommendation from current or former high school teachers This course will involve doing field research in conjunction with local agencies such as Alaska Department of Fish and Game, US Forest Service, and the Sitka Conservation Society. Examples of projects include wildlife studies, habitat mapping, and stream surveys. Field research requires not only working outside in typical Sitka weather (rainy and cold) but also literature research and study planning before heading into the field. Once fieldwork is completed, data will be analyzed, final reports will be written, and findings will be presented, with an option of attending statewide conferences.

LIFE SCIENCE: Grades 9 Year-long

Prerequisites: None    Life Science is the study of living things – their similarities and diversity. Topics include scientific method, diversity of life and chemistry of life, cells, and genetics. Life Science is a requirement for graduation.

PHYSICAL SCIENCE: Grade 10Year-long

Prerequisites: Successful completion of Life Science and Math 1.  Physical science covers the processes and factors influencing the universe, the solar system, the Earth, and life on the Earth. Physical Science is a requirement for graduation.

PHYSICS: Grade 11-12Year-long

Prerequisites: Successful completion of Integrated Math 3.  Physics is the study of energy and examines the fundamental forces of nature. Mathematics is the basic tool used to understand the areas of mechanics, optics, waves, and electronics.

ROBOTICS: Grades 9-12 Year-longPrerequisites: None    Robotics is a yearlong course designed to give students an understanding of engineering and computer programming. Students will design, build, and program robots using Lego Mindstorm and Pitsco Tetrix parts and Lego and RobotC programming software. Students taking the class will have the option of participating in the First Tech. Challenge (FTC) in the spring, competing against other schools in various robot challenges.

SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY: Grades 11-12 Year-longPrerequisites: Successful completion of Physical Science.  This course is project-based applied physics course, teaching the scientific principles behind many of the machines, devices, and processes we experience every day.

SCIENCE MENTORSHIPS Grades 10-121 or 2 Semesters

Prerequisites: Application, interview, and acceptance into an internship position with a community scientistIn this independent study course, student’s work closely with a local scientist or natural resource manager to develop, implement, and report on an ecological research project. Dual college credit may be available for this course.

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PHYSICAL EDUCATIONHEALTH: Grade 9-12 1 Semester; Required for graduation Prerequisites: None    Students will learn about outdoor survival, drug/alcohol awareness and prevention, and social/emotional health including stress management and communication skills. Students will learn nutrition, fitness principles, and the components of an affective workout program. Students will be taught a sexual education curriculum that promotes abstinence while still giving students the detailed information they need to stay safe and healthy.  INDIVIDUAL/TEAM ACTIVITIES: Grades 9-12 1 Semester; Repeatable for creditPrerequisites: None    Emphasis in this course will be to continue conditioning, refine skills, and become proficient in a variety of recreational activities, whereby the student will continue these activities past his/her high school years.

STRENGTH TRAINING: Grades 9-12 1 Semester, Repeatable for creditPrerequisites: None    Fitness and health related activities are lifelong skills that promote a healthy active lifestyle. The course is designed to improve strength and conditioning of the student in an individualized conditioning program. The course will emphasize a variety of fitness activities.

PHYSICAL TRAINING: Grades 9-12 1 Semester; Repeatable for creditPrerequisites: None    The class will rotate through various forms of exercise. Exercises will include, but are not limited to, body conditioning through weight training, low impact and high impact aerobics, hiking, and body weight exercises.

BODY BLAST: Grades 9-12 1 Semester; Repeatable for credit once

Prerequisites:  Females Only    The class will rotate through various forms of exercise. Exercises will include, but are not limited to, body conditioning through weight training, low impact and high impact aerobics, hiking, and body weight exercises.SHS TEAM PE: Grades 9-12 Repeatable for creditPrerequisites:  Approval by Coach and Counselor    Students earn credit toward the Physical Education graduation requirements by participation in extracurricular sports. Up to .5 credit may be earned in a semester by successfully completing the entire season of a SHS sport, or by completing a minimum of 75 hours of community-based sports such as dance through the Sitka Studio of Dance. Students are responsible for informing the counseling office prior to beginning of the sport season, completing a request for credit report, and successfully completing the sport season. SHS Team PE cannot be used to complete all of the PE graduation requirements.     

CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATIONDESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY

BEGINNING CONSTRUCTION: Grades 9-12 1 SemesterPrerequisites: None    Lab Fee: None    This course is an introduction to residential construction and building practices. Through classroom and hands-on experience, you will become familiar with terminology and practices related to the carpentry

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trade. The course will include basic blue print reading, layout skills, framing techniques, and the proper safety and use of the tools in the construction business.BEGINNING WOODS: Grades 9-12 1 SemesterPrerequisites: None    Lab Fee: $35    This is a beginning woodworking course. No previous experience is required. Students will learn to safely use nearly all the hand and power tools in the shop. Students will learn about the nature of wood, species identification, basic joinery, construction, and finishing techniques. All students will complete a project selected by the instructor. This will be an in-depth project and will take up most of the time for most students. However, when students finish this project, they will be able to design and build a project of their own choice. These students must pay for the materials used in their project.ADVANCED WOODS: Grades 9-12 1 Semester; Repeatable for creditPrerequisites: Must have received a grade of C or higher in any high school woodworking class.Lab Fee: None    This course is an advanced woodworking class and students must have a high school woodworking class as a prerequisite. Students in the class must be motivated to build high quality, more complex projects than in Beginning Woods.

DESIGN & FABRICATION: Grades 9-12 1 SemesterPrerequisites: None, but average math skills are essential for success in this courseIn this course students will learn to draw objects in two and three dimensions using different computer aided design software. Students will be taught design principles which will enable them to conceptualize, draw, and fabricate objects using CNC vinyl cutting, laser cutting, and 3D printing tools.

DESIGN & FABRICATION II: Grades 9-12 1 Semester; Repeatable for CreditPrerequisites: Successful completion of Design & Fabrication and instructor approvalThis course is a continuation of Design and Fabrication 1. Students will complete Rhino Training Level 2 and then work on independent design projects. Students will also sometimes serve as tutors to beginning design students.

METALSMETALS: Grades 9-12 1 SemesterPrerequisites: None    Lab Fee: $20    Emphasis is placed on projects, which will cover sheet metal forming, foundry, machining, gas welding, blueprint reading, and basic metallurgy. This class is designed so that students will have a better understanding of the importance of metals in their daily lives.

ADVANCED METALS: Grades 10-12 1 Semester; Repeatable for creditPrerequisites: Metals 1    Lab Fee: $25    This course offers advanced techniques in machining, metal forming, and metallurgy. Introduction of arc welding is also included in this class. Problem solving through the use of individual or group projects is a part of this class.

FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCEPERSONAL FINANCE: Grades 11-12 1 SemesterPrerequisite: None    Understanding and managing personal finance is key to your future financial success. This one-semester course presents essential knowledge and skills to help you make informed decisions about real life financial issues. Students will learn how choices influence occupational options and future earning

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potential. Students will also learn to apply decision-making skills to evaluate career choices and set personal financial goals. The course content is designed to help the learner make wise spending, saving and credit decisions and to make effective use of income to achieve personal financial success.

SMALL BUSINESS & ENTREPRENEURSHIP: Grades 11-12 1 SemesterPrerequisite: Basic Computer Applications helpfulThis course defines the academic skills, management concepts and practices, and personal traits a successful entrepreneur needs.  Identification, development, and application of individual attitudes, abilities, skills, and goals will be communicated.  This course will introduce the concept of entrepreneurship, present it as a career path worthy of consideration, and provide a realistic framework for starting a business. 

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY BASIC COMPUTER APPLICATIONS: Grades 9-12 1 SemesterPrerequisites:  None    This introductory computer course covers the fundamentals of today’s computing: introduction to computers and internet, operating system and file management, word processing, electronic presentations, spreadsheets and other productivity tools for practical purposes.  Emphasis is on proper procedures and practical examples suitable for coursework, professional purposes and personal use.ADVANCED COMPUTER APPLICATIONS: Grades 9-12 1 SemesterPrerequisite:  Must have received a grade of C or higher in Basic Computer Apps.This advanced computer course will give students the opportunity to expand workplace oriented (vocational) skills by using the advanced features of word processing, database design, spreadsheets, electronic presentations and desktop publishing. Focus is on component integration, increased productivity and workgroup collaboration. Upon successful completion of this course, students will have an option to take an industry standard certification exam.

DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY: Grades 10-12 1 Semester; Repeatable for creditPrerequisite:  Must have received a grade of C or higher in Basic Computer Applications  This course teaches fundamentals of digital photography, from proper equipment selection and use to digital photo editing for a variety of purposes: posting on a web page or publishing. Course integrates color theory, formats, vectored and bitmapped images, filtering techniques, file optimization and compression options.

DIGITAL VIDEO: Grades 10-12 1 Semester; Repeatable for creditPrerequisites:  Must have received a grade of C or higher in Basic Computer Applications or Digital PhotographyThis project-based course guides students through five production stages of digital video making: conceptualization, planning, shooting, editing and distribution. Course integrates storyboarding, capturing video, multiple editing techniques, adding effects and titles, and outputting to variety of formats.VISUAL STUDIO- Independent Study: Grades 10-12 1 or 2 SemestersPrerequisite:  C or higher in Advanced Computer Application/Web Design/Digital Video/Digital Photography/AutoCADThis project-based course introduces students to 2D/3D modeling and content development for Windows, web and gaming environments. Course integrates NURBS 3D Modeling/Microsoft Visual Studio programming tools and technologies. Students are encouraged to sign up for 2 semesters. WEB PAGE DESIGN- Independent Study: Grades 9-12 1 Semester; Repeatable for creditPrerequisite:  Must have received a grade of C or higher in Basic Computer Applications or Digital PhotographyThis course teaches students how to create digital content (graphics and animations) for the web and

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how to create web pages using web-editing software. Emphasis is on good page layout and site design using industry standards. 

MECHANICSSMALL ENGINES: Grades 9-12 1 SemesterPrerequisites: None    Lab Fee: $10    This class involves the tear down, identification, and assembling of single cylinder, air-cooled 2- and 4-cylcle engines. In addition to the mechanized parts, the fuel system, including carburetor and ignition system, will be studied.

BASIC CAR CARE: Grades 10-12 1 SemesterPrerequisites: Small Engines or consent of instructor    Lab Fee: $20    This class focuses on the basic maintenance requirements of today’s automobiles. The student needs to have access to a vehicle on which to perform basic maintenance, and must also provide the supplies. The course will include lectures and demonstrations along with hands-on opportunities. This class is recommended for all students who want to learn about their car in general as well as those who want a deeper understanding.ENGINE OVERHAUL: Grades 10-12 2 class periods; 1 SemesterPrerequisites: Small Engines    Lab Fee: $25    This two-class period course gives students a basic understanding of the internal combustion engine. One period is the theory of the technical aspects of engine overhaul and rebuilding. The second period is the practical “hands on” learning by doing.

ADVANCED SYSTEMS TECHNICIAN I: Grades 10-12 1 SemesterPrerequisites: Small Engines or consent of instructor    Lab Fee: $20    This class is for students who feel that becoming an automotive technician is part of their plans, or those who want to increase the depth of their understanding of automotive systems. This course will work toward preparing the student to take certain NATEF tests to become and ASE certified mechanic. This class has a significant classroom component as well as lab activities.

ADVANCED SMALL ENGINES: Grades 10-12 1 SemesterPrerequisites: Small EnginesLab Fee: $    Similar in scope to Small Engines, this class will focus on the tear down, identification, and assembling of marine outboard and motorcycle engines.

HEALTH SCIENCESINTRODUCTION TO HEALTH SCIENCE: Grades 10-12 1 SemesterPrerequisites: Instructor Approval- Introduction to Health Science includes brief overview of job and educational opportunities, introduction to anatomy and physiology, history of Health Care, directional medical terminology, disease and disorders.

GENERAL VOCATIONAL ELECTIVESWORK EXPERIENCE: Grades 11-12 1-2 Semesters; Repeatable for credit

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Prerequisites: Counselor Approval    Students work in the community for a minimum of 10 hours per week for a total of 100 or more hours. Important employment and life skills are required as students gain hands-on experience in the world of work. Students will practice job skills in the field of their choice. Documentation of hours worked and a supervisor's statement of work ethic and performance are required.

WORLD LANGUAGESSPANISH I: Grades 9-12 Year-longPrerequisites: Freshmen entering Spanish must have earned a 3.5 in 8th grade Language Arts class. Students expecting to be successful in a world language class must be prepared to do daily homework and study outside of class.Spanish I is an intensive study of present tense constructions, as well as other basic grammar rules in Spanish. Students will learn COMMUNICATION skills by learning to speak, write, and understand conversational scenes.  Students will learn WRITING skills through writing mini-compositions about themselves, their families, etc.  Students will read a chapter book during the 2nd semester to develop READING skills.SPANISH II: Grades 9-12 Year-longPrerequisites: Students must successfully complete Spanish I with a grade of C or higher.  Spanish II reviews the present tense from Spanish I studies, but focuses on an intensive study of the two past tenses and choosing those correctly, as well as a brief study of the future and conditional tenses. Students continue to review grammatical principles from Spanish I and expand to more complex forms in adjective agreement and a more intense study of pronouns. Writing will be an integral part of each of these verb and grammatical studies so students can improve WRITING and learn to use the forms studied in their own original creations.   In respect to conversational/writing emphasis, most of the same themes covered in Spanish I are reviewed and then expanded, giving students ample opportunity to hone their COMMUNICATION and ORAL REPORTING skills in these areas. Two chapter books will be read to fulfill the READING standard. In Spanish II students study CULTURE of the countries of South America where Spanish is spoken, fulfilling the CONNECTION standard by doing numerous readings in Spanish about these countries.SPANISH III: Grades 9-12 Year-longPrerequisites: Students must successfully complete Spanish II with a grade of B or higher.  Spanish III is a study that focuses on the remaining tenses with special emphasis on the subjunctive (both past and present) and its uses. Topics from Spanish I and II are reviewed, but there are more detailed class discussions/writing on readings, videos, and conversational topics.   CONVERSATION skills and ORAL REPORTS are expanded.  Journal writings and some formal compositions will be done to work on WRITING skills.  This class focuses on CULTURE through a study of Spain and its history, culture, and linguistic differences making CONNECTIONS through many readings/assignments in Spanish.  Students wishing to take this class should be willing to only use Spanish in the class.SPANISH IV: Grades 9-12 Year-longPrerequisites: Students must successfully complete Spanish III with a grade of B or higher.  Spanish IV is a study that focuses on reviewing and expanding all tenses, grammatical structure, etc.  For CULTURE, this class focuses on a study of Mexico and its history, culture, and linguistic differences making CONNECTIONS through many reading/assignments in Spanish.  Students wishing to take this class should be willing to only use Spanish in the class. The class will be conducted in Spanish.

TLINGIT LANGUAGE, Linguistics & Culture 1 &2:

Grades 9-12  Year-long

Prerequisites: NoneTlingit Language, Linguistics and Culture 1 is an introduction to the Tlingit language, Tlingit culture, and basic principles of linguistics and language acquisition. Over the course of the year, students will be introduced to the Tlingit orthography (writing system), pronunciation, and basic conversational Tlingit,

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while exploring Tlingit culture and ways of being (Tlingit values, traditional social structures, kinship relationships, arts, stories, song and dance). Tlingit Language, Linguistics and Culture 1 is meant to be an introduction to basic Tlingit grammatical structures and vocabulary, with an emphasis on the development of listening, reading and speaking skills through game playing, dialog drills, audio recordings, computer exercises, Tlingit language website resources, and exploration of the Tlingit culture. Students will gain a working knowledge of the Tlingit language and principles of language acquisition that will assist them in future studies of the language (through UAS or on their own), and increase their understanding of the Tlingit people and their culture. Grade will be determined from class participation, homework and assignments, and attitude. 

MUSICCONCERT BAND: Grade 9 Year-long; Repeatable for creditPrerequisites:  Placement by instructor    Course Fee: $10 (good for all music courses, paid one time.)  Concert Band is an instrumental ensemble course designed for the performance of appropriate and challenging band literature.  Performances outside of the school day are required. 

SYMPHONIC BAND: Grades 10-12, and 9 by audition Year-long; Repeatable for credit

Prerequisites:  Placement by instructor    Course Fee: $10 (good for all music courses, paid one time.)  Symphonic Band is an instrumental ensemble course designed for the performance of appropriate and challenging band literature.  Performances outside of the school day are required. Weekly sectionals are required. Incoming freshmen must audition for placement in this group.

JAZZ BAND: Grades 9-12  Year-long; Repeatable for creditPrerequisites: Audition only.    Course Fee:  $10 (good for all music courses, paid one time.)   This class is performance-oriented, employing the various techniques of jazz ensemble performance, jazz improvisation, and jazz theory/harmony.  Acceptance is based on both a favorable audition and the needs of the ensemble.  Enrollment and participation in Concert Choir, Treble Choir, or Symphonic Band is required in order to be in Jazz Band.  Performances outside of the school day are required.  This class meets from 7:00-8:00 a.m. CONCERT CHOIR: Grades 9-12 Year-long; Repeatable for creditPrerequisites:  Placement by instructor    Course Fee: $10 (good for all music courses, paid one time.)  Concert Choir is a performance-oriented class with emphasis on vocal technique, ensemble singing skills, and music reading skills.  The repertoire will include 4 to 8-part choral music, ranging in style from Renaissance to popular.  Weekly sectionals are required.  Performances outside of the school day are required. 

VOCAL JAZZ ENSEMBLE: Grades 10-12  Year-long; Repeatable for creditPrerequisites:  Audition only.    Course Fee:  $10 (good for all music courses, paid one time.)  This is a performance-oriented class employing the various techniques of vocal jazz improvisation and ensemble singing.  Enrollment and participation in either Concert Choir, Treble Choir, or Symphonic Band is required in order to be in the Vocal Jazz Ensemble.  Acceptance is based on both a favorable audition and the needs of the ensemble. Performances outside of the school day are required.

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APPLIED ARTSART AND DESIGN 1: Grades 9-12 1 SemesterPrerequisites: None    Lab Fee: $20    This basic skill development course for all beginning art students provides the background for all advanced art courses. Students will explore principles and elements of design through a variety of techniques. Experiences in history, criticism, aesthetics, and studio production will be included in assignments. NOTE: Not repeatable.ART AND DESIGN 2: Grades 9-12 1 SemesterPrerequisites: Must successfully pass Art and Design 1 with a grade of C- or higher.  Lab Fee: $25    Students will continue exploring the principles and elements of design through a variety of techniques. Experiences in history, criticism, aesthetics, and studio production will be included in assignments. This is not a set curriculum: projects often change from semester to semester.

CERAMICS: Grades 9-12 1 SemesterPrerequisites Must successfully pass Art and Design 1 with a grade of C- or higher.  Lab Fee: $30    Students will learn various approaches to clay, from construction processes to finished pieces. Surface design, glazing, and various kiln-firing methods are demonstrated.

INTERMEDIATE CERAMICS:    Prerequisite: Ceramics with a grade of C- or higher.    Lab Fee: $30    This course is designed for students who, having taken beginning ceramics, find they would like to spend more time on the potter’s wheel but want to continue with hand building projects as well. Projects will be required from both areas with an emphasis on altering wheel forms with hand built additions.

ADVANCED CERAMICS: Grades 10-12 1 Semester; Repeatable for creditPrerequisite: ceramics with a grade of C- or higher.    Lab Fee: $30    Students will refine their skills on the potter’s wheel to complete several projects.

DRAWING AND PAINTING: Grades 9-12 1 SemesterPrerequisites: Must successfully pass Art and Design 1 with a grade of C- or higher  Lab Fee: $30    This is an advanced course. In this course, exercises will be assigned to help each student in developing the skills and understanding needed to develop a personal style. Various drawing and painting media will be explored. GLASS ART: Grades 9-12 1 SemesterPrerequisites: Must successfully pass Art and Design 1 with a grade of C or higher; and one of the following: Ceramics, Art & Design 2, Woods, Metals, or instructor’s consent.Lab Fee: $30    Techniques in stained glass, glass mosaics and fused glass will be taught. Students will learn to design, cut and shape, and attach glass using the solder method, glues and other adhesives.

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PRINT MAKING: Grades 9-12 1 SemesterPrerequisite Must successfully pass Art and Design 1 with a grade of C- or higher.Lab Fee: $30This course will introduce students to a number of printmaking techniques including, but not limited to, collagraphs, monoprinting and silkscreen. Students will learn the traditions and terminology of original print production and how these can be applied to the development of personal work. If time permits, students will begin to explore the ways in which technology can contribute to print production.

DRAMADRAMA: Grades 9-12 1 SemesterPrerequisites: None    Drama is a class that is designed to give students an overall experience of what it is to be involved in the theater. A significant portion of the course will be spent on acting technique. Therefore, you must be comfortable performing in front of a group to be successful in this class. The class will also be exploring stage design, costume design, stage management, theater history, stage makeup, and play analysis.

THEATER PRODUCTIONS: Grades 9-12 1 Semester; Repeatable for Elective credit

Prerequisites: None    Actors produce the spring play. A tryout at the end of Fall Semester is required for this class. Experienced actors who have demonstrated stage readiness and responsibility will be given preference over beginners. Students must participate fully in the final performance to earn credit.

OTHER ELECTIVESCOLLEGE & CAREER BOUND: Seniors Only Fall Semester; .5 creditPrerequisites: Senior status    This course is designed to help seniors plan for life after high school. With individual goals in mind, students will research universities, colleges, vocational and trade schools and other training programs that meet their personal needs. Each student will build a portfolio containing letters of recommendation, essays, and activity summaries that will assist them in applying for scholarships, postsecondary schools, and employment. Topics will include personality/interest inventories, finding training programs, completing applications, taking ACT/SAT and other entrance exams, financial aid and scholarships, study skills, campus life, and making sound life decisions.DUAL ENROLLMENT AT UAS: Grades 11-12 1 or 2 SemestersPrerequisites: Cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher Must complete UAS placement exams

   

Each semester a variety of General Education Requirements and Vocational courses are available to high school students through the University of Alaska-Southeast- Sitka Campus. Taking courses through UAS expands students' educational opportunities, and allows them to earn both high school and college credit concurrently. To be eligible for dual enrollment, students must have a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher, be in Junior or Senior standing, and complete applicable placement exams at UAS. To register, students will complete a dual enrollment form at Sitka High School, then register at the University of Alaska-Southeast. Students must pay all tuition and fees to the university upon enrolling. Upon successful completion of a UAS course, students who earn a grade of 'C' or higher will be reimbursed 2/3 of the tuition (not books and fees) that was paid for the course. ONLY courses that are offered by the UAS-Sitka campus are eligible for dual enrollment. Talk to your counselor or UAS for details on which courses are eligible for Dual Enrollment. ESL: Grades 9-12 1 Semester, .5 creditPrerequisite - Must be identified by the district as an English language learner  This course is comprised of direct instruction geared towards proficiency and fluency with speaking, reading, writing, listening, and comprehension of the English language. Students will also be able to work on content-class assignments and homework.

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MATH LAB: Grades 9 – 12 Year-longPrerequisites: None    This is an elective class taken in addition to a Math 1, 2 or 3 class. It is intended for students who need additional time to master math concepts. In each class, students are given time and assistance to complete their regular math classwork and homework, and periodic review of relevant math concepts is integrated throughout the course. Each semester counts as ½ of an elective credit.

OFFICE AIDE/TEACHERS ASSISTANT: Grades 11-12 1 Semester; Office Aid .5 credit, T/A .25 credit

Prerequisites: Approval of Principal, Counselor, or Teacher you will assist  Students will help the office staff with assigned tasks.

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