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PAGOSA SPRINGS HIGH SCHOOL

2017-2018 COURSE HANDBOOK

Transcript Evaluation 2

Graduation Requirements 3

Higher Education Admission Requirements (HEAR) 3

Required Classes by Grade Level 3

Advanced and Honors Courses 4

Concurrent Enrollment 4

Archuleta Scholarships-In-Escrow 4

Language Arts Department 5

Mathematics Department 7

Science Department 9

Social Science Elective 10

Social Studies Department 11

Computer Science Department 12

Physical Education Department 13

Art Department 14

Fine Arts Department 15

Business Department 16

Foreign Language Department 17

Agriculture/Ag. Mechanics/Technical Drawing Department 17

Student Experiences 19

Special Education Department 20

Online Courses 20

Online Course Contract 21

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TRANSCRIPT EVALUATION CHECK every class that you have passed/are currently taking and feel you will pass CIRCLE the classes you hope to take ENGLISH (5 credits required)

ENGLISH 1 CLASSICS

ENGLISH 2 CONTEMPORARY LIT

ENGLISH 3 ETHNIC LITERATURE

SR SPEECH/WRITING WORLD LITERATURE

ENGLISH 099

MATH (3 credits for graduation) (4 HEAR*)

ALGEBRAIC CONCEPTS INTG MATH 3

MATH 1 FOUNDATIONS PRE-CALCULUS

INTG MATH 1 CALCULUS

INTG MATH 2 MATH 099

SCIENCE (2 credits for graduation) (3 HEAR*)

INTG SCIENCE 1 PHYSICS

INTG SCIENCE 2 ANATOMY/PHYSIOLOGY

BIOLOGY 2 GLOBAL SCIENCE

CHEMISTRY BIOMEDICAL SCIENCE

SOCIAL STUDIES (3 credits required)

US HISTORY

GOVT/ECON

GEOGRAPHY

COMPUTER LITERACY (1 credit required) INTRO TO COMP TECH

PHYSICAL EDUCATION (2 credits required) HEALTH/PE

PERSONAL FITNESS

TEAM & INDIVIDUAL SPORTS

STRENGTH/CONDITIONING

ADVANCED PE/WRESTLING

*HEAR = Higher Education Admission Requirements (see page 3)

ELECTIVES (10)

YEARBOOK MUSIC APPRECIATION

EXPLORATIONS IN SCIENCE MULTIMEDIA DESIGN

SCIENCE OF THE SAN JUANS OFFICE APPLICATIONS

WILDERNESS SKILLS SCHOOL TO WORK SKILLS

PSYCHOLOGY STW PLACEMENT

US PERSPECTIVES SPANISH 1-3

WORLD PERSPECTIVES WORLD LANGUAGES

ADV COMP TECH 1-3 AGRICULTURE 1-2

PRG/GAME DESIGN BUILDING TRADES

PROGRAMMING 2 INTRO TO FIREFIGHTING

ART 1-4 WILDLAND FIREFIGHTING

POTTERY/SCULPTURE 1-2 SHOP MECHANICS

AMERICANA PROJECT TECHNICAL DRAWING 1-2

CONCERT CHOIR PRESCHOOL TUTOR

AUDITION CHOIR ELEMENTARY TUTOR

CONCERT BAND JUNIOR HIGH TUTOR

JAZZ BAND YOUTH RISE

GUITAR

Senior Required Classes: 1. Senior Speech/Writing 2. Senior Lit (Classics, Contemporary, Ethnic, OR World) 3. Geography 4. Advisory 5. HEAR: Pre-calculus OR Calculus 6. HEAR: Science beyond Integrated Science 2 Junior Required Classes: 1. English 3 2. Government/Economics 3. Integrated Math 3 OR Pre-calculus 4. Advisory 5. HEAR: Science beyond Integrated Science 2 Sophomore Required Classes: 1. English 2 2. Integrated Science 2 3. Integrated Math 2 OR Integrated Math 3 4. PE Elective (any time after Health/PE) 5. Advisory 6. Intro to Computer Tech (after Integrated Math 1)

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GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS FOR THE CLASS OF 2017 AND BEYOND All students must earn a minimum of twenty-eight (28) units of credit and complete four (4) years to be considered eligible to receive a diploma from Pagosa Springs High School. Graduation requirements will require students to not only pass classes to accumulate credits, but to also prove their competency in the four core areas of language arts, mathematics, science, and social studies. Under the new graduation requirements, students will follow courses of study or pathways based on their interests and career goals as developed in each student’s Individual Career and Academic Plan (ICAP). Students will also be required to participate in a minimum of one extracurricular activity per year and pass one Advisory period per year at Pagosa Springs High School. HIGHER EDUCATION ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS (HEAR) As you begin the process of selecting the courses you will take in high school, there is some important information about courses that students need to take in order to enter a Colorado college or university upon high school graduation. The Colorado Commission on Higher Education established these course guidelines, known as the Higher Education Admission Requirements (HEAR). They specify the courses you will need to take in high school to qualify for admission to a public four-year college or university in Colorado. This includes CU (Boulder, Denver, and Colorado Springs), CSU (Fort Collins and Pueblo), UNC, Mines, Metro, Fort Lewis, Adams State, Western State Colorado University, and Colorado Mesa University. If you plan to attend a four-year college or university in Colorado, you will need to complete the following classes to fulfill the Higher Education Admissions Requirements:

High School Academic Area Years Required

Language Arts 4 years

Mathematics (Algebra 1 and higher) 4 years

Natural/Physical Sciences (two units must be lab-based) 3 years

Social Studies (at least one unit of US or World History) 3 years

Foreign Language 1 year

Academic Electives 2 years

The Higher Education Admission Requirements do not apply to Community Colleges which have open enrollment policies, meaning that students applying to these schools do not need to meet the admissions requirements outlined above. REQUIRED CLASSES BY GRADE LEVEL Students are required to enroll in the following classes during each of their four grade levels: 9th Grade: English 1, US History, Integrated Science 1, Math, Health/PE, Advisory 10th Grade: English 2, Integrated Science 2, Math, PE Elective, Advisory 11th Grade: English 3, Government/Economics, Math, Advisory 12th Grade: Senior Speech/Writing, Senior Literature, Geography, Advisory Students must successfully complete one computer class (Intro to Computer Technology or an equivalent course) before they graduate. This class can be taken any time after Integrated Math 1.

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ADVANCED AND HONORS COURSES Many PSHS students want to pursue a rigorous course of study designed to prepare them for college or the job market. With that in mind, the following courses can be taken as advanced or honors with instructor approval:

Mathematics: Pre-calculus, Calculus

Science: Biology 2, Chemistry, Physics, Global Science, Anatomy/Physiology

Computer Science: Advanced Computer Technology, Programming/Game Design

Language Arts: any English class taken with an “honors” designation

Social Studies: any Social Studies class taken with an “honors” designation CONCURRENT ENROLLMENT There are ways to achieve college credit for classes taken during high school: There is a program called “Senior-to-Sophomore” offered through CSU-Pueblo. The school district pays the tuition and registration happens after the start of the semester. At this point, the classes which offer this program are Mr. Hershey’s Geography class, and Ms. Riggs’ Senior Literature and Senior Speech/Writing classes. The student needs to meet the requirements for the class, which include a minimum of a 430 on the English portion of the SAT for the English class. If the student did not meet the minimum, or has not yet taken the SAT, we offer the Accuplacer exam in the counseling office. The scores from the Accuplacer can be used in place of the SAT. ARCHULETA SCHOLARSHIPS-IN-ESCROW Archuleta Scholarships-In-Escrow is a group of parents and other community members who have joined to help Pagosa Springs students further their education with scholarship money earned through grades. The goals of Archuleta Scholarships-In-Escrow include a higher graduation rate from Pagosa Springs High School and a greater number of graduates who attend post-secondary schools. This program rewards students for success in school as they earn money for term grades of “A” and “B” in mathematics, computer science, select business courses, science, social studies, English, and foreign language classes taken at Pagosa Springs High School. Students have up to five years after graduating from PSHS to use the money in their account towards college tuition. Students earn $40 for each “A” and $20 for each “B” they receive in a core class.

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LANGUAGE ARTS DEPARTMENT Course Name: ENGLISH 1 PREREQUISITE: 8TH GRADE ENGLISH Students will demonstrate critical thinking skills, problem solving skills, and communication skills through written papers, interpretative literary projects, speech presentations, and tests. Students will be encouraged to expand vocabulary and spelling. Major emphasis will be given to development of writing skills and the study of world literature. Assessments will be made by portfolios reflecting writing skills in the areas of description, exposition, narration, and literary analysis; tests; oral presentations; and observation. In order to pass this course, students must demonstrate proficient reading and writing skills on the English Department's Reading/Writing Benchmark Exam. Students may pursue an Honors option with instructor approval. Course Name: ENGLISH 2 PREREQUISITE: ENGLISH 1 NOTE: Students taking this class before reaching the appropriate grade level must take the class for honors credit. The student will demonstrate critical thinking skills, problem solving skills, and communication skills through written papers, interpretative literary projects, speech presentations, and tests. Students will be encouraged to expand vocabulary and spelling. Writing skills will be emphasized as well as the study of world literature. Assessment will be made by portfolios reflecting writing skills in the areas of description, exposition, narration, and literary analysis; tests; oral presentations; and observation. In order to pass this course, students must demonstrate proficient reading and writing skills on the English Department's Reading/Writing Benchmark Exam. Students may pursue an Honors option with instructor approval. Course Name: ENGLISH 3 PREREQUISITE: ENGLISH 2 NOTE: Students taking this class before reaching the appropriate grade level must take the class for honors credit. Students will demonstrate critical thinking skills, problem solving skills and communication skills through written papers, interpretative literary projects, speech presentations, and tests. The student will be encouraged to expand vocabulary and spelling. Writing skills will be emphasized as well as the study of American literature. Assessment will be made by portfolios reflecting writing skills in the areas of description, exposition, narration, argumentation, and literary analysis; tests; a final paper answering the essential question; oral presentations; and observation. In order to pass this course, students must demonstrate proficient reading and writing skills on the English Department's Reading/Writing Benchmark Exam. Students may pursue an Honors option with instructor approval. Course Name: SENIOR SPEECH/WRITING PREREQUISITE: ENGLISH 3 AND SENIOR ONLY SPEECH: Students will study the theory of the communication process. Application of the theory will be the main emphasis of the course. Evaluation will be on speaking skills, listening skills, organizational outline skills, research and documentation, and critiquing of peers. WRITING: Students will focus on many aspects of descriptive, narrative, expository, creative, and argumentative writing. Students will display maturity of style, structure, and content in their writing. In addition, a résumé, a letter of application, and research paper are required. A portfolio reflecting the student's best written work will be turned in as part of the final assessment. Students may earn college credit for this course offered through PCC if taken with Ms. Riggs. Course Name: ENGLISH 099 English 099 introduces students to academic writing while bolstering the students' existing language arts skills. Students will learn to analyze texts through collaborative exercises, collaborative and solo presentations, and informal and formal writing. Though the focus of the class is on academic writing, emphasis will be placed on public speaking as well. This class is designed to aide students who have struggled with proficiency in areas of language arts. Enrollment in this class will be determined by ACT or SAT scores. The course will be mandatory for any student who does not score a minimum of 18 on the English portion of the ACT or 430 on the English portion of the SAT.

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Course Name: CLASSICS PREREQUISITE: ENGLISH 3 AND SENIOR ONLY OR PRIOR APPROVAL FROM DEPARTMENT CHAIRPERSON NOTE: Students taking this class before reaching the appropriate grade level must take the class for honors credit. Classics offers an in-depth investigation of several literary classics, including The Odyssey, Platonic Dialogues, Oedipus the King, Antigone, Beowulf, The Canterbury Tales, selected Shakespeare plays, and selected poetry. Close reading, participation in class discussion, and written analysis of the works are emphasized. A required portfolio, reflecting the student’s best written work, a final paper answering the essential question, and an exit demonstration will be required as parts of the final assessment. Students may pursue an Honors option with instructor approval. Course Name: CONTEMPORARY LITERATURE PREREQUISITE: ENGLISH 3 AND SENIOR ONLY OR PRIOR APPROVAL FROM DEPARTMENT CHAIRPERSON NOTE: Students taking this class before reaching the appropriate grade level must take the class for honors credit. This is a novel-based class. Students who want to discover essential truths through novels are encouraged to take this class. Students will focus on a variety of contemporary and twentieth century novels, short stories, and poetry in their historical content. Recurrent themes in will be investigated. Close reading, analysis, and discussion are important parts of this class. Writing assignments, reports, projects and extra readings to enhance the literature may also be assigned for students to demonstrate proficiency. A portfolio of the student's best writing, a final paper answering the essential question, and an exit demonstration will be required as parts of the final assessment. Students may earn college credit for this course offered through PCC. Students may pursue an Honors option with instructor approval. Course Name: ETHNIC LITERATURE PREREQUISITE: ENGLISH 3 AND SENIOR ONLY OR PRIOR APPROVAL FROM DEPARTMENT CHAIRPERSON NOTE: Students taking this class before reaching the appropriate grade level must take the class for honors credit. Ethnic Literature offers an understanding of various ethnic groups through literature, films, poetry, and research. The course allows for discovery through a variety of genres and mediums. The course includes but is not limited to American Indian, Latino, African-American, and Japanese-American cultures. Close reading, student presentations, research, and analytical writing reflecting aspects of the various cultures will be at the core of the class. A final portfolio, including the open-ended answer to an essential question, and a final demonstration will be required. Students may earn college credit for this course offered through PCC. Students may pursue an Honors option with instructor approval. Course Name: WORLD LITERATURE PREREQUISITE: ENGLISH 3 AND SENIOR ONLY OR PRIOR APPROVAL FROM DEPARTMENT CHAIRPERSON NOTE: Students taking this class before reaching the appropriate grade level must take the class for honors credit. This class is designed to introduce students to literature and life from all areas of the world and become conscious of not only other societies and their peoples but their own society and themselves. Our travels will take us from the Middle Ages to the Middle East and many places in between. Course Name: YEARBOOK PREREQUISITE: COMPUTER SCIENCE AND INSTRUCTOR APPROVAL Yearbook is a diverse course in which a student will learn about ad sales, photography, desktop publishing, budgets, and deadlines. The student must be willing to accept criticism, be open to his or her peer's ideas, understand the importance of precise and correct work, and have a creative intellect to be successful in this course. Along with all of this, the student’s organizational skills will truly be challenged. The course is limited to about five junior and seniors. This creates a class environment that is very intimate and rewarding. It is one of the few classes that a student will truly be able to have a tangible demonstration of all his or her work – the annual.

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MATHEMATICS DEPARTMENT Course Name: ALGEBRAIC CONCEPTS NOTE: Only students with a recommendation from Mr. Guinn at the middle school or the high school math department will be accepted. Students that have been targeted for mathematics intervention will be selected for this course. The intent of this course is to provide students with support in mathematical thinking and practices so they can build confidence and grow in their mathematics skills. The course provides students with unique opportunities to explore mathematical concepts through project-based learning. Topics explored in this course include, but are not limited to: number systems, operations, applied problem solving, mathematical modeling, logic and dimensional analysis. Students enrolled in this course in addition to Integrated Math 1, 2, or 3 will also have opportunities for targeted learning support. Course Name: MATH 1 FOUNDATIONS NOTE: Only students with a recommendation from Mr. Guinn at the middle school or the high school math department will be accepted. Students will develop the skills and confidence necessary to succeed in the high school integrated mathematics curriculum. Numeric sequences and patterns will be analyzed. Students will learn how to solve linear equations and compare different forms of linear graphs, equations, and tables. Linear functions are also related to proportions and ratios and combined in linear systems. The course will also explore inequalities, laws of exponents, and offer an introduction to exponential functions. Finally, students will familiarize with the coordinate plane, graphing equations and critically thinking about how geometric shapes behave based on rules of coordinate geometry. Other concepts will be examined as per student needs. Course Name: INTEGRATED MATH 1 PREREQUISITE: “C” OR BETTER IN 8TH GRADE MATH In Integrated Math 1, students learn about function families with an emphasis on linear and exponential modeling. Exponential functions and their relationship to linear functions will be considered along with the meaning of functions and their notation. A focus on independent and dependent quantities drives exploration of functions. Graphical behavior, including transformations, is explored and graphing techniques are practiced throughout the course. Other topics include numeric sequences (arithmetic and geometric) and exponentiation. Solving and graphing systems of equations and systems of inequalities using multiple techniques is emphasized. Data generation and analysis, including applications of central tendencies, standard deviation and linear regression is a focus during the second semester. Mathematical modeling and the integration between math and other disciplines is emphasized throughout.

Course Name: INTEGRATED MATH 2 PREREQUISITE: “C” OR BETTER IN INTEGRATED MATH 1 OR ALGEBRA 1 The first half of Integrated Math 2 is an in-depth conceptual and procedural study of quadratics (transformations, factoring, completing the square, quadratic formula, complex numbers) and basic conic equations. The second half of Integrated Math 2 explores the following topics: inverse functions, probability, combinations, permutations, geometric theorems, properties of triangles, properties of quadrilaterals, properties of circles, and an introduction to trigonometric functions. Mathematical modeling and the integration between math and other disciplines is emphasized throughout. Course Name: INTEGRATED MATH 3 PREREQUISITE: “C” OR BETTER IN INTEGRATED MATH 2 OR GEOMETRY Integrated Math 3 begins with normal distribution, including standard deviation, z-score, sample distribution, population distribution, and statistical significance. Then we move on to an in-depth study of quadratics, polynomials, rational functions, radical functions, logarithmic functions, and trigonometric functions to include the study of key characteristics, end behaviors, and transformations. Topics of study also include function modeling, arithmetic and geometric series, the conversion of degrees and radians, and the Laws of Sines and Cosines. Mathematical modeling and the integration between math and other disciplines is emphasized throughout.

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Course Name: PRE-CALCULUS PREREQUISITE: “C” OR BETTER IN INTEGRATED MATH 3 OR ALGEBRA 2 OR ACT MATH SCORE OF 19 OR BETTER Students in Pre-calculus will extend their understanding and ability in mathematics through studying the underpinnings of calculus. Additionally, this course will be structured to serve as a preparation course for the College Algebra and Pre-calculus CLEP examinations. We will study functions in depth, and use them to model real-world phenomena. Systems of equations, matrix algebra, systems of inequalities, binomial theorem, and conic sections will also be covered. Elementary functions, fitting functions to data, and functions of a random variable will be studied. Trigonometry and its applications, including periodic and circular functions, as well as the properties and identities of trigonometry constitute a major portion of the course. An introduction to limits, derivatives, and integrals will end the course. Students may pursue an Honors option with instructor approval.

Course Name: CALCULUS PREREQUISITE: “B” OR BETTER IN PRE-CALCULUS, TRIGONOMETRY, OR STATISTICS, OR ACT MATH SCORE OF 28 OR BETTER, OR SAT MATH SCORE OF 630 OR BETTER, OR ACCUPLACER COLLEGE LEVEL MATH SCORE OF 103 OR BETTER, OR INSTRUCTOR APPROVAL Students in Calculus will learn and use the four main concepts of calculus: limits, derivatives, indefinite integrals, and definite integrals. Students will study calculus numerically, graphically, verbally, and algebraically. Major topics include differentiation and integrations of the major functions, the calculus of plane and solid figures, calculus techniques for elementary functions, the calculus of motion, and variable-factor products. This class is intended as preparation for college calculus and does not serve as a substitute. Students may pursue an Honors option with instructor approval.

Course Name: MATH 099 Math 099 is offered through Western State Colorado University. The course is a review of the arithmetic of fractions and decimals, percentage problems, signed numbers, arithmetic, and topics of basic algebra, including simplifying algebraic expressions, solving and graphing linear equations, basic factoring, working with algebraic fractions, and solving rational and quadratic equations. Enrollment in this class will be determined by ACT, SAT, or Accuplacer scores. The course will be mandatory for any student who does not score a minimum of 19 on the Math portion of the ACT, 460 on the Math portion of the SAT, or 61 on the Accuplacer.

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SCIENCE DEPARTMENT Course Name: INTEGRATED SCIENCE 1 PREREQUISITE: NONE This class is designed to give students a broad experience in physical, earth, and life sciences, and to help students develop an understanding and appreciation of the nature of science, the evolution of science, how we use science, the role of science in society, and the prospects for science in the future. This course emphasizes life science, earth science, and their interrelatedness to other areas of science. Students will reinforce safe lab procedures, experimental design, and challenge higher level thinking skills. Students may pursue an Honors option with instructor approval. Course Name: INTEGRATED SCIENCE 2 PREREQUISITE: INTEGRATED SCIENCE 1 OR PHYSICAL SCIENCE To promote appreciation and understanding of the science of biology, students receive lecture materials supplementing their texts and updating current findings and research in biology related fields. Labs are designed to promote the scientific method of problem solving, lead to investigations on the student's own, and complement the text and lecture material.Throughout the year, student will have videos/movies designed to enhance interest in the unit being studied at that time, promote discussion, and allow them career exposure. Students may pursue an Honors option with instructor approval. Course Name: BIOLOGY 2 PREREQUISITE: “B” OR BETTER IN INTEGRATED SCIENCE 2 OR BIOLOGY 1 OR INSTRUCTOR APPROVAL The purpose of this course is to present students with the opportunity to explore several topics in the area of Biology that are not covered in Integrated Science 2. Specifically, major areas of study will include: Vertebrate Zoology, Botany, Microbiology, and Field Ecology. Students should have no difficulty with the concept of participating in dissections of both plants and animals. Course Name: CHEMISTRY PREREQUISITE: “B” OR BETTER IN INTEGRATED MATH 2 OR INSTRUCTOR APPROVAL Chemistry is designed for students who are planning to pursue a science major in college. This lab-based course will apply math concepts to predict and explain chemical interactions of the natural world. A strong math background is required. The following topics will be explored: components of matter, stoichiometry, types of reactions, gases, thermochemistry, atomic structure, electron configuration, chemical bonding, molecular shapes, covalent bonding, intermolecular forces, and acids and bases. Course Name: PHYSICS PREREQUISITE: PRE-CALCULUS OR CONCURRENT ENROLLMENT, “B” OR BETTER IN INTEGRATED MATH 3 Physics is designed for students who are planning to pursue a science major in college. This lab-based course will apply concepts from advanced math courses to predict and explain physical interactions of the natural world. A strong math background is required. The following topics are explored: kinematics, dynamics, momentum, work, energy, gravitation, and simple harmonic motion. Course Name: ANATOMY/PHYSIOLOGY PREREQUISITE: “B” OR BETTER IN INTEGRATED SCIENCE 2 OR BIOLOGY 1, OR "C" WITH INSTRUCTOR APPROVAL; COMPLETION OF CHEMISTRY IS NOT REQUIRED BUT CAN BE BENEFICIAL Students will study the structure and function of the human body. The course will introduce students to the latest advances in various areas of human study: diseases, drugs, health, nutrition, heredity, lifestyles, adaptations, ecology, and growth and development. Students will prove competency through labs, research, homework, and tests. Course Name: WILDERNESS SKILLS PREREQUISITE: INTEGRATED SCIENCE 2 OR BIOLOGY 1; JUNIOR OR SENIOR OR INSTRUCTOR APPROVAL This class will focus on those skills necessary in a survival situation: shelter, water, fire, and food. Study of how indigenous cultures lived with the land will be included, as well as the natural history of the flora and fauna of Colorado. This class is for those who have a serious interest in wilderness study.

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Course Name: GLOBAL SCIENCE PREREQUISITE: INTEGRATED SCIENCE 2 OR BIOLOGY 1 Global Science is the study of how individuals and societies use the Earth's resources and affect the environment to satisfy human needs and wants. Global science is designed for students who are interested in natural resources and environmental issues. You will gather and analyze data related to current natural resource issues and then create relevant products that incorporate conclusions from your data (write a grant, feasibility study, management proposal). The results from one of your studies will be presented to a community audience. You will also collect data for an on-going water quality and river stability study. You can look forward to collecting data outside as well as learning from natural resource professionals in our community. Course Name: EXPLORATIONS IN SCIENCE PREREQUISITE: NONE The purpose of this class is to have a “hands on” exploration of basic topics in science typically not covered in other classes at the high school level. It will provide 9th and 10th grade students with an opportunity to further develop the foundational skills necessary for success in upper level sciences. It will also allow students to express creativity and ingenuity through a series of problem solving projects designed to challenge and support each student's higher level thinking skills. Students taking this elective should possess large amounts of curiosity, self-motivation, and a sincere desire to challenge themselves. Topics of exploration will include but are not limited to: aerodynamics and flight, structural engineering, solar energy, green technologies, astronomy, household chemistry, environmental sciences, and scientific ethics. Course Name: BIOMEDICAL SCIENCE PREREQUISITE: NONE In the introductory course of the Project Lead the Way (PLTW) Biomedical Science program, students explore concepts of biology and medicine to determine factors that led to the death of a fictional person. While investigating the case, students examine autopsy reports, investigate medical history, and explore medical treatments that might have prolonged the person's life. The activities and projects introduce students to human physiology, basic biology, medicine, and research processes while allowing them to design their own experiments to solve problems. Course Name: SCIENCE OF THE SAN JUANS PREREQUISITE: NONE TBD – coming soon

SOCIAL SCIENCE ELECTIVE Course Name: PSYCHOLOGY PREREQUISITE: “B” OR BETTER IN INTEGRATED SCIENCE 2 OR BIOLOGY 1, OR "C" WITH INSTRUCTOR APPROVAL; JUNIOR OR SENIOR Students should have above average writing skills and be prepared to actively participate in classroom discussions. From a psychological and scientific perspective, the focus of this course will be on human behavior. Students will explore inherited patterns of behavior as well as instinctual and learned behavior. Study areas will include scientific principles, physiology, perception, motivation, memory, learning, intelligence, and personality development. Individual differences will be examined.

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SOCIAL STUDIES DEPARTMENT Course Name: US HISTORY PREREQUISITE: NONE US History is a course that begins with Post Civil War and goes to the present. The study will include Reconstruction, the Gilded Age, Populism, Imperialism, the Jazz Age, Progressivism, WWI, the Great Depression, WWII, the Cold War, the Korean Conflict, Civil Rights, the Vietnam War, and more. Student assessment will be by written tests, class participation, projects, and a final examination. Students may pursue an Honors option with instructor approval. Course Name: GOVERNMENT/ECONOMICS PREREQUISITE: US HISTORY The American Government class will focus on students learning about the Constitution of the United States and its place in their present and future lives. Incorporated into this is both a community service experience and study of public policy formation as it is implemented in all levels of government. Through participation, observation, and discussion, students will focus on how citizenship, responsibility, and knowledge of the democratic process make their society a better place to live. Students may pursue an Honors option with instructor approval. Course Name: GEOGRAPHY PREREQUISITE: SENIOR PREFERRED Geography is the study of the distribution and interaction of the physical and human features on Earth. Students will learn how to use and construct maps, globes, and other geographic tools to locate and derive information about people, places, and environments. Students will also learn about the physical and human characteristics of places. Gaining knowledge of the understanding of how physical processes shape the Earth's surface, as well as acquiring the skills to apply knowledge of people, places, and environments to understand the past and present and to plan for the future are essential parts of this course. Students may earn college credit for this course offered through PCC if taken with Mr. Hershey. Students may pursue an Honors option with instructor approval. Course Name: US PERSPECTIVES PREREQUISITE: US HISTORY Much of the time in this class will be spent watching movies. However, important historical concepts will also be covered by lecture/power-points, discussions and readings. One goal of this class is to get a better feel for and understanding of the times in American history shown in these movies. Another is to gain an understanding of how American ideas and perceptions have changed over time, using these movies to learn about the social history of America as well as to learn about specific events. A passing grade is earned by regular attendance, active viewing of the movies, and participation. Earning a 3 or 4 grade requires several assignments that will be done outside of class. Course Name: WORLD PERSPECTIVES PREREQUISITE: NONE Much of the time in this class will be spent watching movies. However, important world history and culture concepts will also be covered by lecture/power-points, discussions, and readings. One goal of this class is to get a better feel for and understanding of different perspectives on world history shown in these movies. Another is to gain an understanding of how events in world history have changed America and the world. A passing grade (1 or 2) is earned by regular attendance, active viewing of the movies, and participation. Earning a 3 or 4 in the class requires assignments that will be done outside of class. These assignments will be posted on Google Classroom throughout the year.

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COMPUTER SCIENCE DEPARTMENT Course Name: INTRO TO COMPUTER TECH PREREQUISITE: INTEGRATED MATH 1 OR ALGEBRA 1 This course provides an introduction to many aspects of computer-related technology including hardware, networks, many commonly used software applications, computer programming, and the use of the internet in an information society. Additionally, students will be exposed to some of the career paths available in fields that rely heavily on computer technology. The course is taught using lecture, hands-on activities, and many group assignments. Course Name: ADVANCED COMPUTER TECH 1-2 PREREQUISITE: LEVEL 1: “C” OR BETTER IN INTRO TO COMP TECH; LEVEL 2: “B” OR BETTER IN ADV COMP TECH 1 These courses cover various exciting and interesting computer technologies in depth as well as provide community outreach and leadership opportunities for students interested in using their technology skills to make a difference in their community. Some of the major topics covered will be electronic mapping, part of which will be conducted outside using GPS units and include geocaching and navigation, database design, collaborative technologies, and more! The classes will incorporate at least two community outreach projects, one of which will be teaching technology classes to adults interested in improving their computer skills and also a community-based mapping/visualization project. All aspects of the courses will present many opportunities for personal creativity and will encourage the maturation of cutting edge technology skills used in many different careers. Course Name: ADVANCED COMPUTER TECH 3 PREREQUISITE: “B” OR BETTER IN ADV COMP TECH 2 AND INSTRUCTOR APPROVAL This courses provides work experience in fields related to computer literacy. Goals are set cooperatively by the student, teacher, and employer (although students are not necessarily paid). This course will include classroom activities as well, involving further study of the field and discussion regarding experiences that students encounter in the workplace. Course Name: PROGRAMMING/GAME DESIGN PREREQUISITE: “B” OR BETTER IN INTRO TO COMPUTER TECH AND INTEGRATED MATH 3 OR ALGEBRA 2 Are you interested in gaining a better idea of how computers work? Do you want to create your own computer programs for fun or for use in another endeavor? Regardless of what you want to do in life, if you answer “yes” to these questions, this course is for you! This course introduces the programming concepts and skills required for developing modern computer programs and games using programming languages widely used in the programming industry. The course is taught using very many hands-on activities and group assignments. By the end of the course, you and your small group will get the chance to build your own computer program or video game! Course Name: PROGRAMMING 2 PREREQUISITE: “B” OR BETTER IN PROGRAMMING/GAME DESIGN If you enjoyed programming and want to explore this subject in more depth, this course is for you. The course is self-paced allowing students to work at a speed that is comfortable for them. Topics covered will be more advanced variables, a deeper understanding of object oriented programming, built in functions, and a topic of personal preference. This could be another programming language, design of a specific program that interests students, or anything that you and the teacher mutually agree to. This class is also a great way to prepare for the Skills USA programming competition in which PSHS students traditionally do very well!

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PHYSICAL EDUCATION DEPARTMENT Course Name: HEALTH/PE PREREQUISITE: NONE This class should be taken during 9th grade. This class teaches students how to pursue an active lifestyle along with making positive health choices. Topics of study include those aspects of wellness reflected in the Colorado Academic Standards for Physical Activity and Comprehensive Health including physical activity; healthy eating; sexual health; health promotion; emotional and social wellness; alcohol, tobacco, and drug prevention; violence-free relationships; and safety. This class will also include instruction about the use of the school's fitness center, fitness, sports etiquette, and behavior expected in the physical education class setting. Health/PE is a prerequisite for all other PE courses (Student-athletes can be concurrently enrolled in Strength/Conditioning or Advanced PE/Wrestling). Course Name: PERSONAL FITNESS PREREQUISITE: HEALTH/PE This course is designed to introduce physical fitness as part of a total healthy lifestyle. The main emphasis is on cardiovascular fitness, but muscular strength, muscular endurance, coordination and flexibility will also be developed and improved. Step aerobics, low impact aerobics, yoga, pilates, tumbling, fitness walking, kick boxing, circuit training, resistance bands, spinning classes, and weight training are some of the activities that will be included in this class. Course Name: TEAM & INDIVIDUAL SPORTS PREREQUISITE: HEALTH/PE Students will be introduced to the basic skills, strategies and formations needed to play a variety of team and individual sports. Skills will be developed through drills and game situations. Rules, terminology and safety precautions will be presented. Cooperation and the elements of effective teamwork will be stressed in all situations. Basketball, volleyball, hockey, ultimate Frisbee, soccer, softball, flag football, badminton, and disc golf are some of the activities that will be included in this class. Course Name: STRENGTH/CONDITIONING PREREQUISITE: HEALTH/PE AND PARTICIPATION IN 2+ SPORTS AT PSHS Approximately 50% of the time is spent weight training and weight lifting with an emphasis on the Olympic Lifts and their assistance exercises. The remaining time is given to developing strength, flexibility, mobility, and coordination using bodyweight calisthenics and gymnastics. Some time is also spent on speed and agility training using technique drills, speed ladders, proper nutrition, sleep, and sports psychology. Because the class is geared toward developing athleticism, enrollment preference is given to multi-sport athletes and others involved in extracurricular athletic programs. It is expected that those who enroll in the class enjoy hard physical workouts, and learning and practicing complex physical skills. Course Name: ADVANCED PE/WRESTLING PREREQUISITE: INSTRUCTOR APPROVAL A class for those who want advanced physical fitness and athletic ability, and to master the sport of wrestling and all its intricacies. Half of the class is spent in physical fitness and non-sport-specific athletic training. Strength and agility training includes weight training, gymnastics, and calisthenics. Frequent endurance activities such as running for distance or speed are required. The other half of the class is spent mastering the ancient sport of wrestling. The fall class focuses on mastering American “folkstyle” wrestling: its rules, techniques, strategies, and history. The spring class focuses on learning international styles of wrestling, primarily freestyle and Greco-Roman wrestling. Again, students will learn the rules, techniques, strategies, and history of these time-honored sports. Throughout the course, the psychological aspects of training and competition are addressed. The class uses a team structure to build leadership and citizenship. Academic support is given as well. The intended outcome of the class is to use the discipline of physical fitness and wrestling to develop a complete athlete and citizen. The class may be taken to fulfill the Physical Education requirements or as an elective. It may be taken throughout the four years of high school. It is strongly recommended for all who are part of the high school wrestling team.

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ART DEPARTMENT Course Name: ART 1 PREREQUISITE: NONE This course is designed to introduce students to the basic elements and principles of art and design. Students will engage in activities covering a different mediums and styles with a strong focus on drawing, the foundation of two dimensional design. Students will also learn the basic science behind drawing and the specific brain functions it activates. Students will engage creatively and diligently in each assigned activity. Students will also engage in creative self-expression that is constructive and grounded in knowledge of the elements and principles of art and design. Course Name: ART 2/3 PREREQUISITE: “B” OR BETTER IN ART 1, (2) This course is a continuation of Art 1. Students will continue to develop their drawing skills as well as gain an understanding of color application predominantly through acrylic paints. Students will learn to critique art work using the principles and elements of design. This course is designed to give students an understanding of the historical framework of art. Students will engage in artistic exploration that reflects upon themselves, and engage in activities that help define their aesthetic. While participating in advanced figure studies and learning advanced techniques, students will be exposed to a variety of approaches and styles of art making. Course Name: ART 3/4 PREREQUISITE: “B” OR BETTER IN ART 1, 2, (3) AND INSTRUCTOR APPROVAL This course is designed to give students an opportunity to explore their own determined artistic goals. Students will create a plan for their artistic exploration that is thematic, purposeful, and useful to their artistic growth. Students will engage creatively and diligently in each approved unit. Students will focus on the creation of a portfolio that shows a breadth of artistic mediums and styles. Students’ best work will be displayed in a spring art show. Course Name: POTTERY/SCULPTURE 1 PREREQUISITE: NONE This course is designed to introduce students to basic 3-dimensional design. Students will engage in multiple hand-building techniques using stoneware. Students will gain an understanding and demonstrate use of design techniques. Students will gain a historical understanding of sculpture and pottery from different cultures through research and practice. Course Name: POTTERY/SCULPTURE 2 PREREQUISITE: “B” OR BETTER IN POTTERY/SCULPTURE 1 Students will use what they learned in Pottery/Sculpture 1 to create more advanced 3D works of art by pushing the limits of the clay and themselves. Students will be introduced to several advanced sculpting techniques as well as artists from past and present. Perhaps most of all, students will continue to grow in their ability to develop strong concepts within their designs.

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FINE ARTS DEPARTMENT Course Name: AMERICANA PROJECT PREREQUISITE: INSTRUMENTAL EXPERIENCE This class is for those who are interested in writing and performing original music. The four main components are: songwriting, performing/professionalism/music business, music and history connection, and recording. Students will need to be prepared to audition for this class to demonstrate musical knowledge if requested by the instructor. Course Name: CONCERT CHOIR PREREQUISITE: NONE This course will teach the student to sing and read music. Members will sing in groups with solo opportunities for those interested. Different styles of music will be performed, including some choreography. Music history, theory, and ear training will be part of this class. Students will perform in a minimum of four concerts, contests, league choir festivals, and graduation. Honor and All-State Choir tryouts are possible. Course Name: AUDITION CHOIR PREREQUISITE: AUDITION This is our show choir group, also known as the “Piratones.” There is a specific voicing for this group with three sopranos, three altos, three tenors, and three basses. This is an audition-only group and is recommended for sophomores, juniors, and seniors. Auditions for available openings in the group will be held in the spring for the following school year. Strong vocal, music reading, and dance skills are required. Course Name: CONCERT BAND PREREQUISITE: INSTRUMENTAL EXPERIENCE Students in this course have had instrumental experience at some point in elementary, middle, or high school. Students will perform different styles of music from classical to pop. Solo/Ensemble works will be explored and performed. Students will be exposed to music theory and history. Performances will include pep band at many home basketball and football games. Students will perform a minimum of four concerts per year. Contests, graduation, honor bands, and all-state tryout opportunities are a part of this class. Course Name: JAZZ BAND PREREQUISITE: INSTRUCTOR APPROVAL Students will play and explore a variety of jazz music styles. Reading music, improvisation, and jazz history are parts of this class. See band director for an admission note prior to registration as proper instrumentation is needed for a combo or full jazz band. Instrumentation is bass, guitar, drums, piano, saxophone, trombone, and trumpet. All jazz band students also practice the concert band music and combine with the concert band for performances and festivals. Students will perform in concerts and compete in contests if available. Course Name: GUITAR PREREQUISITE: NONE Students learn basics of beginning guitar. Course Name: MUSIC APPRECIATION PREREQUISITE: NONE This class is for the student who loves music but doesn't necessarily sing or play an instrument. It will focus on learning about all genres of music and the common roots that they share. It will also explore the science and business of music as well as current issues such as streaming and copyright laws.

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BUSINESS DEPARTMENT Students who complete the required business courses can graduate from high school with a business certificate from the State of Colorado. The choices are:

Business Basic: STW Skills and either STW Placement or Office Applications

Office Administration: Office Applications and either STW Skills or STW Placement Course Name: MULTIMEDIA DESIGN AND MESSAGING PREREQUISITE: NONE Using graphic design computer software, students will learn how to build graphic art and online content for the web. Students will also learn the psychology of both visual and verbal communication, and how messaging is used in marketing, news media, social media, social activism, and politics. Course Name: OFFICE APPLICATIONS PREREQUISITE: NONE This course is designed to cover the concepts, procedures, and applications of software programs used in the business world. Emphasis is placed on skill development and efficient operation of the program in creating, storing, retrieving, editing, printing, and manipulating business documents. Speed and accuracy is emphasized, as is good keyboarding technique. Students will use Microsoft Office to create a variety of business documents, including memorandums, business letters, outlines, presentations, brochures, programs, newsletters, and spreadsheets. Course Name: SCHOOL TO WORK (STW) SKILLS PREREQUISITE: NONE This course is designed to give students the skills to attain gainful employment and understand personal finance. Students will learn about careers, résumés, cover letters, interviews, personnel management, human relations, job safety, leadership, budgeting, personal banking, financing, and financial planning. Students will learn about their interests and personality type as they relate to potential future careers, and spend time researching what best careers might fit them, and the education or training that will be required. Students will also create real-time résumé and cover letter templates that can be used to search for part-time or summer jobs. Course Name: SCHOOL TO WORK (STW) PLACEMENT PREREQUISITE: JUNIOR OR SENIOR Objectives: One important goal for our district is to do our best to ensure all students graduate high school being college- and career-ready. The STW Program allows students to prepare for the world of work while earning high school elective credit. It is also a chance for students to learn important skills that apply to any workplace. Placements will be chosen or approved by the school. In either case, the following requirements must be met: signed parent approval, signed student program acknowledgement agreement, signed work study business partner approval, signed counselor approval, and signed principal approval. Attendance: student attendance will regularly be verified by use of a job site attendance form. Attendance that is not verified will be marked as an unexcused absence. Grade: The grade will be an average of the grades on the sheets filled out by the job placement supervisor and turned into the STW coordinator. Additional grades will be given by the coordinator based on the student following STW requirements, such as turning in verified attendance, job supervisor grade sheets, and completion of other assignments.

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FOREIGN LANGUAGE DEPARTMENT Course Name: SPANISH 1 PREREQUISITE: NONE Spanish 1 is an introduction to the basic structures of the language including greetings and the exchange of personal information. The method used for instruction in Spanish 1 is called Teaching Proficiency through Reading and Storytelling (TPRS). This method differs very much from a traditional textbook approach to learning a second language. With TPRS, students learn Spanish in the same way they learned their first language. Initially, vocabulary and phrases are taught by putting the language in a physical context in which students can understand Spanish by imitating and performing physical actions while they hear and say the words. Later, students create, listen to, act out, read, and write stories using the Spanish that has been learned in class. Grammar will be taught as it relates to the situations and learning that occurs in this process. Because of the nature of the linguistic instructional mode of the class, high expectations are placed on the student to listen and stay engaged with the lessons. A final exam uses reading, writing, and speaking skills to assess comprehension and linguistic ability. Course Name: SPANISH 2 PREREQUISITE: SPANISH 1 Spanish 2 continues the work of Spanish 1 with the same instructional mode. The structures that are learned become more complex, and past tense is introduced and used in most of the stories. Students begin to read material that is more complex in content, and an individual class project will be required. A final exam uses reading, writing, and speaking skills to assess comprehension and linguistic ability. It is recommended that students who plan to enroll in Spanish 2 do so in succession to their Spanish 1 class. Course Name: SPANISH 3 PREREQUISITE: SPANISH 2 This is a projects-based Fuel-Ed® computer class that offers students the opportunity to explore Spanish 3. Students will work on the computer through Fuel-Ed®. Students need to be self-motivated and responsible for the computers as well as for completion of the program levels on Fuel-Ed®. Most of the work is done on the computer; however, projects are assigned as whole class assignments in order to encourage oral language usage within the classroom. Course Name: WORLD LANGUAGES PREREQUISITE: NONE This is a projects-based Fuel-Ed® computer class that offers students the opportunity to explore Spanish 3, French, German, Latin, or Mandarin (Chinese). Students will work on the computer with the program for their chosen language through Fuel-Ed®. Students need to be self-motivated and responsible for the computers as well as for completion of the program levels on Fuel-Ed®. Most of the work is done on the computer; however, projects are assigned as whole class assignments regardless of language being studied in order to encourage oral language usage within the classroom.

AGRICULTURE/AG. MECHANICS/TECHNICAL DRAWING DEPARTMENT Course Name: AGRICULTURE 1 PREREQUISITE: FFA ENROLLMENT This class is designed for students who are interested in agri-business, production agriculture, agriculture sales and service, agriculture marketing, agriculture science, and agriculture finance. Emphasis will be placed on exploring careers in agriculture, animal science, plant science, and skill development in agriculture mechanics. Leadership development is included by membership in the Future Farmers of America (FFA). Students will begin a supervised agriculture experience program in the area of their choosing. FFA enrollment is required for all students.

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Course Name: AGRICULTURE 2 PREREQUISITE: AGRICULTURE 1; JUNIOR OR SENIOR OR INSTRUCTOR APPROVAL A continuation of Agriculture 1, with the following areas being covered: beef production, sheep production, swine production, feeds and feeding, Future Farmers of America (FFA), supervised agriculture experience programs, computers, and agriculture mechanics. Class time will be 40% classroom and 60% shop by the end of the course. Course Name: BUILDING TRADES PREREQUISITE: SOPHOMORE OR JUNIOR This intensive, fast-paced course will teach students the basic residential construction process while participating in hands-on learning of building trades in framing, drywall, paint, flooring, and finish carpentry. Students will learn to read blueprints, building codes, planning, designing, figuring bills of materials, bidding and shop-job site safety. Students will gain skills in working with tools, machinery, and power equipment, and learn about products and materials used in the building industry. Students will work in small teams of four groups of four (16) per class during building activity labs and each student will gain experience in leading the crew. Course Name: INTRO TO FIREFIGHTING PREREQUISITE: NONE This course introduces terms, applications, integrity, history of firefighting, and a chance to experience firefighting. It will be 75% classroom instruction and 25% lab. Course Name: WILDLAND FIREFIGHTING PREREQUISITE: NONE Wildland firefighters are in high demand. It’s an exciting job that requires knowledge and training in a variety of skills. This class will give you the background needed to potentially become a wildland firefighter. It is being developed and Mr. Foster would like to include topics such as: small gas engine maintenance (saws, pumps), basic pump theory, wilderness urban interface mitigation, physical fitness training, basic outdoor survival, and forestry and conservation. Course Name: SHOP MECHANICS PREREQUISITE: JUNIOR OR SENIOR This class will introduce what farmers and ranchers experience on a daily basis. Repairing small gas engines, diesel and gas engines, and fabrication of parts as well as maintenance of all facilities used in ranch and farm management. In this course, workplace skills such as time management, self-motivation, hard work, honesty, and quality of work will be introduced. All safety classes, tool introductions, and required information for Agricultural Mechanics will be covered. Class time will be 90% classroom and 10% lab. Course Name: TECHNICAL DRAWING 1 PREREQUISITE: BASIC MATH SKILLS (ADDING/SUBTRACTING FRACTIONS AND ABILITY TO READ A RULER) This is an introductory course of study in mechanical drawing which includes some sketching. Most of the drawings in this course are of machine parts using basic mechanical drawing tools. The subjects included are sketching, lettering, two and three view drawings, section drawings, basic dimensioning techniques, and metric drawings. Basic computer aided drafting (CAD) is introduced. A portfolio of drawings is recommended for advanced studies. A competency/benchmark exam is used to demonstrate skills learned by board drawings and/or CAD. Independent work is introduced as well as employability and work skills. Course Name: TECHNICAL DRAWING 2 PREREQUISITE: “C” OR BETTER IN TECHNICAL DRAWING 1 This is a continuation of Technical Drawing 1. Advanced studies include charts and graphs, advanced dimensioning, basic architectural drawings, and advanced computer aided drawing (CAD). Some inking of drawings is included. Independent study is required of students. Assignments are given over extended periods of time (2-4 weeks), and students must be able to work independently and achieve assigned goals on specific due dates as well as improve their drawing skills. A portfolio of board drawings is required. A competency/benchmark exam is used to demonstrate skills learned by using an electronic portfolio and/or board drawings. A certificate will be offered upon completion.

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STUDENT EXPERIENCES Course Name: ADVISORY This course will focus on character education, community spirit, academic success, and post-secondary planning. Teachers will develop meaningful relationships with their advisory students as they facilitate a sequential curriculum designed to be relevant and necessary for each student. Course Name: AIDE PREREQUISITE: JUNIOR OR SENIOR; "A" IN ANY AIDE OR TUTOR CLASS PREVIOUSLY COMPLETED; SIGNED CONTRACT Upon department approval, students may work as teachers’ aides in the high school. Each teacher is limited to one aide per term. Students will do clerical work. Computer skills are desirable but not essential. Course Name: COUNSELING AIDE PREREQUISITE: JUNIOR OR SENIOR; "A" IN ANY AIDE OR TUTOR CLASS PREVIOUSLY COMPLETED; SIGNED CONTRACT An aide for the high school counselor to help with filing, sorting, and other duties as assigned. Course Name: OFFICE AIDE PREREQUISITE: JUNIOR OR SENIOR; "A" IN ANY AIDE OR TUTOR CLASS PREVIOUSLY COMPLETED; SIGNED CONTRACT Upon approval, students may serve as aides to office secretaries. Duties will include attendance reporting, filing, copy machine work, and answering phones. Computer skills are required for this duty. Students must apply with the principal, assistant principal, or office secretary. There is a limit of one aide per period. Course Name: PRESCHOOL TUTOR PREREQUISITE: JUNIOR OR SENIOR; "A" IN ANY AIDE OR TUTOR CLASS PREVIOUSLY COMPLETED; SIGNED CONTRACT Students will be expected to provide their own transportation to and from their tutor assignment. Students who have an ICAP interest in education and working with preschool students should apply. Preschool tutors will help classroom teachers with instruction. From time to time, tutors may do some clerical work, but their main assignment will be as an instructional aide. Good attendance is imperative for a successful experience. Tutors will be graded on their attitude, work ethic, and attendance. Course Name: ELEMENTARY TUTOR PREREQUISITE: JUNIOR OR SENIOR; "A" IN ANY AIDE OR TUTOR CLASS PREVIOUSLY COMPLETED; SIGNED CONTRACT Students will be expected to provide their own transportation to and from their tutor assignment. Students who have an ICAP interest in education and working with kindergarten through fourth grade students should apply. Elementary tutors will help classroom teachers with instruction. From time to time, tutors may do some clerical work, but their main assignment will be as an instructional aide. Good attendance is imperative for a successful experience. Tutors will be graded on their attitude, work ethic, and attendance. Each teacher is limited to one aide per term. TUTORS MUST HAVE WRITTEN APPROVAL FROM AN ELEMENTARY TEACHER BEFORE THEY WILL BE SCHEDULED. Course Name: JUNIOR HIGH TUTOR PREREQUISITE: JUNIOR OR SENIOR; "A" IN ANY AIDE OR TUTOR CLASS PREVIOUSLY COMPLETED; SIGNED CONTRACT Students will be expected to provide their own transportation to and from their tutor assignment. Students who have an ICAP interest in education and working with fifth grade through eighth grade students should apply. Junior High tutors will help classroom teachers with instruction. From time to time, tutors may do some clerical work, but their main assignment will be as an instructional aide. Good attendance is imperative for a successful experience. Tutors will be graded on their attitude, work ethic, and attendance. Each teacher is limited to one aide per term. TUTORS MUST HAVE WRITTEN APPROVAL FROM A JUNIOR HIGH TEACHER BEFORE THEY WILL BE SCHEDULED.

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Course Name: YOUTH RISE PREREQUISITE: NONE Youth Rise is a new elective offered in the 2017-18 school year. The purpose of this elective will be to give students the opportunity to learn about and have a voice in our community regarding environmentalism, politics and socialism, and finance. Some of the things we will be doing is creating campaigns for drug and alcohol awareness, creating awareness for Teen Dating Violence Awareness month, working on environmental impacts in our community and more. The opportunities are endless. Course Name: SENIOR OFF PREREQUISITE: SENIOR ONLY One or two designated class periods where the student is not required to enroll in a class.

SPECIAL EDUCATION DEPARTMENT COURSE: SPECIAL EDUCATION PREREQUISITE: REFERRAL The courses offered in the resource room are for students qualifying for special education services. They include English, social studies, math, science, study skills, and life skills. Instruction is designed to meet the needs of individual students, and to teach self-advocacy and compensatory skills.

ONLINE COURSES Course Name: ONLINE COURSES PREREQUISITE: JUNIOR OR SENIOR, COMPETENT COMPUTER SKILLS, EXCELLENT ATTENDANCE, SELF MOTIVATED AS EVIDENCED BY A GOOD GRADE POINT AVERAGE; BEFORE BEING ALLOWED TO SCHEDULE AN ONLINE CLASS, STUDENTS MUST ENTER INTO A CONTRACT WITH ARCHULETA SCHOOL DISTRICT 50 JOINT AGREEING TO REIMBURSE THE DISTRICT THE FEE FOR THE CLASS IN THE EVENT THE STUDENT FAILS OR WITHDRAWS The rate of each course at this time is $200. If the student does not complete the class and does not reimburse the district, the district may refer his/her account to a collection agency, a credit reporting agency, and/or initiate legal action. There are several courses available through Southwest Colorado eSchool, BYU Online, and other online providers.

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Archuleta School District No. 50 Joint

ONLINE PROGRAM REIMBURSEMENT CONTRACT

I promise to repay to Archuleta School District No. 50 Joint the total amount of money for tuition paid to Southwest Colorado eSchool, BYU Online Learning, or any other online provider on behalf of _____________________________ for online classes taken during the 20_______ school year that have not been completed for any reason or were otherwise failed. I promise to reimburse Archuleta School District No. 50 Joint before my/my child’s date of graduation. If I fail to fulfill my promise to repay, my account may be referred to a collection agency, a credit reporting agency, and/or legal action may be initiated. By signing below, I accept and agree to all of the foregoing terms and conditions. Student Name: _______________________________________________________ Date: ______________________ Student Signature: ________________________________________________________________________________ Parent Name: ________________________________________________________ Date: ______________________ Parent Signature: _________________________________________________________________________________ Counselor Signature: ______________________________________________________________________________ Administrator Signature: ___________________________________________________________________________