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It is the policy of Independent School District 196 that all students will have equal opportunity to participate in course offerings, counseling services,

cocurricular activities and use of school facilities.

All registration information and complete course descriptions can be accessed online at www.district196.org/evhs/academics

INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT 196

Eastview High School“Educating our students to reach their full potential”

Student Registration Booklet2018-19

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SPECIAL MESSAGE TO STUDENTS AND PARENTS

Eastview High SchoolJanuary 2018

To EVHS Students and Parents:

Eastview High School is a school about people working together, about relationships, about a talented staff that cares about students, about exceptional students doing exceptional things, and about supportive and involved parents. These primary strengths are complemented by an outstanding facility, with state-of-the-art technology and high quality curricular and cocurricular programs.

This Registration Guide provides a listing of these curricular courses and cocurricular programs, along with a summary of what students might expect as a result of taking advantage of these opportunities.

For the first eight years of your education, almost all courses were required. In high school, students have a chance to branch out with electives. Electives provide the opportunity to explore special fields of interest. They also make it possible to pursue specialized training in preparation for advanced post-high school training or to enter the job market.

These opportunities place great responsibilities on both parents and students to plan wisely. Carefully read the information in the next few pages and browse through the course offerings and special programs. Then begin planning a course of study. In order to select an appropriate school program, students need to consider their individual abilities, aptitudes, interests, academic strengths and limitations, future career goals, District 196 graduation requirements, and finally, the course offerings at EVHS. Excellent resources for information and advice are students’ parents, counselors and classroom teachers. In addition, important items of information are summarized on the following pages. Before registration, decide on a schedule of courses for the remaining year(s) in high school. Serious thought about an overall plan will provide a sense of purpose and direction. It is important that course selections for next year are made very carefully. We will tally all course selections and make critical decisions regarding staffing, room use and dollar allocation based on these selections. Once those decisions are made, it will be very difficult to change course selections.

We look forward to working with you for the 2018-19 school year, and in the future at Eastview High School. If you have questions regarding registration or a specific program, contact your current school counselor. If you have further questions, please contact us through e-mail at [email protected] or 952-431-8900.

Dr. Randall W. Peterson Mr. Bruce MillerPrincipal Assistant Principal

District 196 does not discriminate in employment or in any of its programs and activities, including vocational opportunities, on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, familial status, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, disability, sexual orientation, age or genetic information. District 196 provides equal access to designated youth groups.

The Director of Human Resources, Tom Pederstuen (651-423-7859 – [email protected]) has been designated to respond to employment-related inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies. The Director of Elementary Education, Sally Soliday (651-423-7782 – [email protected]) and the Director of Secondary Education, Dr. Mark Parr (651-423-7712 – [email protected]) have been designated to respond to student-related inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies. The Director of Special Education, Mary Kreger (651-423-7629 – [email protected]) has been designated to respond to inquiries concerning the rights of a student with a disability. The mailing address for all directors is 3455 153rd Street W, Rosemount, MN 55068.

District 196 will take steps to assure that English language skills will not be a barrier to admission and participation in vocational programs. If you speak another language and have questions, please contact the District 196 Integration - Equity Coordinator at (651-423-7914).

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Special Message to Students and ParentsIntroductory Information ............................................................................................................................................... i-xvi Daily Schedule ................................................................................................................................................................... i Term Length ....................................................................................................................................................................... i The EVHS Comprehensive Curriculum ........................................................................................................................ i Class Rank ......................................................................................................................................................................... ii Graduation Recognition .................................................................................................................................................. ii Academic Honors Criteria .............................................................................................................................................. ii Post High School Readiness...........................................................................................................................................iii Career/School to Work Options ...................................................................................................................................iii Minnesota Post-Secondary Enrollment Option ..........................................................................................................iii Minnesota World Language Proficiency Certificates and Bilingual/Multilingual Seals ..................................... iv Independent Study .......................................................................................................................................................... iv Pass/No-Credit System .................................................................................................................................................. iv 9th Grade Core Program ................................................................................................................................................. v Course Sequencing ........................................................................................................................................................... v Human Sexuality and HIV/AIDS Prevention Curriculum ....................................................................................... v Failures and Incomplete Grades .................................................................................................................................... v Transfer Credits ................................................................................................................................................................ v Early Graduation .............................................................................................................................................................vi EVHS Cocurricular Programs .......................................................................................................................................vi Academic Achievement Recognition ...........................................................................................................................vi Cocurricular Programs Requiring a Study Hall .........................................................................................................vi Student Registration and Scheduling Steps ...............................................................................................................vii Graduation Requirements .............................................................................................................................................vii EVHS Course Requirements ........................................................................................................................................viii Cocurricular Opportunities ............................................................................................................................................ x NCAA Requirements and Approved Courses ............................................................................................................ xi District 196 Graduation Requirements ........................................................................................................................xii Four-Year Planning Worksheet ....................................................................................................................................xiii Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) Opportunities .....................................................................xiv College Credit Opportunities ....................................................................................................................................... xvCourse Descriptions ......................................................................................................................................................... 1-22 Business and Marketing .................................................................................................................................................. 1 Engineering and Technologies Across the Curriculum Courses ............................................................................... 2 English/Language Arts ................................................................................................................................................... 3 Family and Consumer Science ...................................................................................................................................... 4 General Electives .......................................................................................................................................................... 5-7 ACT Test Prep .............................................................................................................................................................. 5 Mentor Program ....................................................................................................................................................... 5-6 Student Leadership and Services ........................................................................................................................... 6-7 Mathematics/Statistics/Computer Science .............................................................................................................. 8-9 Music and Dance ............................................................................................................................................................ 10 Physical Education/Wellness/Safety Education ........................................................................................................11 Science .............................................................................................................................................................................. 12 Social Studies .................................................................................................................................................................. 13 Special Programs ....................................................................................................................................................... 14-16 English Language Learners ..................................................................................................................................... 14 Special Services ..................................................................................................................................................... 14-15 Work Experience Program ....................................................................................................................................... 16 Visual Art ......................................................................................................................................................................... 17 World Languages ........................................................................................................................................................... 18 Career Development and Enrichment Opportunities Courses ............................................................................... 19Online Registration Instructions ........................................................................................................... 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Daily Schedule

Eastview High School operates on a 7-period day. Most of our classes are one-period in length (50 minutes).

A few of our classes are two-periods in length (approximately 100 minutes) to provide time for the important hands-on, active learning experiences that are so much a part of these classes (e.g. our Career Development classes and our “field experience” programs).

Also, some of our classes that are one period in length are scheduled consecutively with another course that is one period in length, and these two teachers will coordinate their use of time so that two-period opportunities are avail-able and used appropriately in each content area. For example, an English course and a social studies course may be scheduled consecutively so that time can be adjusted to accommodate both experiences.

Term Length

With our intent to offer classes in both one-period and two-period formats, we will be able to increase the flexibility in the scheduling of students for the classes they choose using the 9-week/quarter model. At the same time, using the 9-week/quarter model will increase the frequency of feedback to students and parents regarding student progress.

Full Year - 36 weeksTrimester - 12 weeks. There are three trimesters in a full year.Quarter - 9 weeks. There are four quarters in a full year.

The majority of the courses at Eastview High School are 9-week, quarter courses. Some courses (School of Environ-mental Studies courses and Career Development and Enrichment Opportunities courses) will be 12 weeks in length because students from all district high schools will be attending these courses.

The EVHS Comprehensive Curriculum “Focus, Rigor and Relevance”

Eastview High School offers courses in 15 subject areas, including a full range of special education courses, work program alternatives and school to work electives. Our comprehensive curriculum is created to provide for a differ-entiated approach to the unique needs of each individual student. We believe and expect that each student will work toward some form of post-high school education or training program, i.e. 4 year colleges and university, community colleges, technical/vocational training programs, military service, etc. These courses are designed to meet the needs of students across a broad range of abilities, interests and post-high school aspirations. Courses are available that are designed to provide a broad exposure to academics and experiences in a variety of subject areas, along with op-portunities which provide a focus on a career interest or skill.

Advanced Placement and Honors courses are offered across the curriculum to meet the special needs of high-per-forming students interested in testing and extending their personal and intellectual limits in the classroom. Students can choose from a variety of demanding course offerings in each department, including Advanced Placement courses which not only stretch the limits, as indicated above, but offer college-bound students the opportunity to earn college credit while in high school. The Advanced Placement examinations are administered through the nonprofit College Board for a student-paid fee (fee waivers are available for eligible students). Students selecting Advanced Placement classes are expected to prepare for and take the AP exam for each of their AP classes in May. Additional opportunities are available for exceptional students including such courses as the Mentor Program, Student Leadership and Service, College in the Schools and cooperative programs with local colleges and universities.

Special Programs (Special Education and Work Experience) provide a continuum of services for students having academic, social, emotional or psychological difficulties which may interfere with the teaching/learning experience.

IntroductoryInformation

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Class Rank

Class rank is determined by the grade point average of the quarter grades. All courses are included except those for which a pass/no-credit or no-grade mark is assigned. A student may choose to take one course each quarter for a pass/no-credit mark. There are no weighted grades in the class rank calculation.

Marking System A = 4.0 B- = 2.7 D+ = 1.3 F = 0.0 A- = 3.7 C+ = 2.3 D = 1.0 P = Pass B+ = 3.3 C = 2.0 D- = 0.7 NC = No Credit B = 3.0 C- = 1.7 NG = No Grade

Honors Ranking SystemToward encouraging students at Eastview High School to take the most challenging courses they are capable of taking, we incorporate a dual ranking system. Students will receive either a Regular Rank or an Honors Rank. The regular rank will rank students against all students in the class; the honors rank will rank qualifying honors students against other honors students who have taken a similarly difficult course schedule.

To qualify for an Honors Rank at Eastview High School, students must meet the following criteria:• Take at least thirty-two (32) quarter courses of Honors/AP Core Classes throughout grades 9-12. This must include

eight (8) quarter courses in each of the 9th, 10th, 11th and 12th grade years.• Students must earn a grade of “C” or better for an Honors/AP class to count toward the total/grade-level minimums.

(A “P” grade is considered lower than a “C” grade.)

Graduation Recognition

Beginning with the class of 2020, class rank will not be practiced. Instead, students will be recognized by percentile, honors programing and academic honors graduation criteria.

90th Percentile: Summa Cum Laude80th Percentile: Magna Cum Laude70th Percentile: Cum Laude

Class rank or percentile will only be reported directly to the college/scholarship in the rare event that it must be reported in order for the student to be considered for acceptance. Other than those unique circumstances, class rank information will not be available to colleges, scholarships, students or families.

Adademic Honors Graduation Criteria

Students must be enrolled at EVHS for one full academic year to qualify and be considered for academic recognition. Exceptions may be made by consideration and approval from Dr. Peterson.• Graduate with Honors: Honors Program – 32 or more core classes at the AP or honors level.• Graduate with High Honors: Honors Program, 95% or better on the ACT, SAT, or PSAT – 32 or more core classes

at the AP or honors level.• Graduate with Highest Honors: Honors Program, 98% or better on the ACT, SAT, or PSAT – 45 or more core classes

at the AP or honors level.• Advanced Placement Scholar: students who receive scores of 3 or higher on three or more AP Exams on full-year

courses (or the equivalent).• Advanced Placement Scholar with Honor: students who receive an average score of at least 3.25 on all AP Exams

taken; and, scores of 3 or higher on four or more of these exams on full-year courses (or the equivalent).• Advanced Placement Scholar with Distinction: students who receive an average score of at least 3.5 on all AP

Exams taken; and, scores of 3 or higher on five or more of these exams on full-year courses (or the equivalent).• National Advanced Placement Scholar: students in the U.S. who receive an average score of at least 4 on all AP

exams taken, and scores of 4 or higher on eight or more of these exams.• AVID Scholar: students accepted into our AVID program who have earned a 3.0 or higher cumulative GPA while

enrolled in at least one full year of Honors or AP courses. AVID is a college readiness program for students who are traditionally under-represented in 4 year colleges; the goal is to support them in a rigorous course load of Honors or AP courses & prepare them for college success.

• AVID Scholar with Honor: students accepted into our AVID program who have earned a 3.3 or higher cumulative GPA while enrolled in at least 2 full years of Honors or AP courses.

• President’s Education Award: graduates with a cumulative grade point average of 3.5 or better & a score of 85% or better on the ACT, SAT or PSAT test.

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• STEM Scholar: graduates who have successfully completed a minimum of four full years of math and science classes. In addition, the student has successfully completed four courses in the areas of applied math and science; engineering, design, business analytics, technology programming or application and production of multimedia technology.

Post High School Readiness

Graduates are encouraged to pursue education or training beyond EVHS. Further education at a four-year college or university, a community or technical college, or military training enhances employability. Students and families are able to access career resources and assessments through Naviance Family Connection. EVHS School Counselors also work with students in a developmental counseling program that assists students as they develop their post-high school plans. More information is available from the EVHS College and Career Center in Student Services.

As a general rule, the National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC) recommends 4 years of math and 3 years of science (such as earth science, biology, chemistry). Students planning to pursue courses in engi-neering, architecture or any of the scientific fields should complete courses in beginning algebra, geometry, higher algebra, trigonometry and AP Calculus. Chemistry and physics are frequently considered essential. Students are strongly encouraged to enroll in composition and literature courses and 2-4 years of uninterrupted study in a world language for college preparation. Earning a high school diploma is generally acceptable for admission to technical and community colleges.

Career/School to Work Options

For those students who are planning a specific career after high school, the courses selected should be chosen with career preparation in mind. Students should choose courses which provide a broad base of preparation for the future. Therefore students anticipating a career as the next step after high school should select a variety of subjects.

Good grades are important to students, in addition to the development of a good general school record. The impor-tance of positive attitudes about school, as well as good study habits, should not be underestimated. Prospective employers are very interested in applicants’ records of absences, tardiness and effort in school work.

Post-high school training opportunities should be explored by students anticipating a career as the next step af-ter high school. Technological advances have increased the need for specialists in many fields. Therefore, students should strongly consider attending a business, trade or technical school after high school. Many students plan to further their education in the military. Students who plan to attend a technical school or the Armed Forces should plan their high school courses accordingly.

A good mathematics background (at least beginning algebra and geometry) is required for post-high school and Armed Forces training in such fields as drafting, electronics, construction and machine trades. Business, technical and trade schools are emphasizing the importance of good communication skills in reading, writing, speaking and listening. Employers often hire applicants with certain expectations about their potential for future advancement.

Minnesota Post-Secondary Enrollment Option

Postsecondary Enrollment Options (PSEO) is a program that allows 10th-, 11th- and 12th-grade students to earn both high school and college credit while still in high school, through enrollment in and successful completion of college-level courses. With traditional PSEO, these courses are generally offered on the campus of the postsecondary institution; some courses are offered online. Postsecondary institutions are not allowed to charge PSEO students for tuition, textbooks or support services. Students may be charged for equipment that becomes their property when the course or program is completed.

Most PSEO courses are only open to high school students during their 11th- and 12th-grade year, with each partici-pating college and university setting their own requirements for enrollment into the PSEO courses and programs. Students may take PSEO courses on a full- or part-time basis.

Many two- and four-year colleges and universities in Minnesota offer online courses and some of them offer online degrees and certificates. Through the wide array of online courses offered in Minnesota higher education, it is possible for PSEO students in our state to complete the Minnesota Transfer Curriculum requirements and/or other courses that could result in an award in addition to their high school diploma.

Interested and eligible 11th- and 12th-grade students should contact the postsecondary institution to find out their eligibility requirements, which courses are offered and what the application process is at that institution. Interested

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and eligible public 10th-grade students should contact the postsecondary institution to find out which Career and Technical (CTE) courses are offered and what the application process is at that institution. Legislation allows eligible 10th-grade students to enroll initially in one Career and Technical Education (CTE) course through PSEO. If the stu-dent earns a “C” or higher grade in this first course, she/he is eligible to take additional CTE courses while in 10th grade. In order to be eligible, a 10th-grade student must have met the proficiency level of “meets or exceeds” on the 8th-grade MCA reading test. If the student did not take the MCA, another reading assessment accepted by the enroll-ing postsecondary institution can be substituted.

To assist Eastview High School in planning, students are required to inform their counselor of their intent to enroll in PSEO courses during the following school year by May 30. Students should seek guidance from their high school counselor to determine if PSEO is the right fit for them and their academic plan. Interested students must complete the Postsecondary Enrollment Options Program Registration Form that is available from their counselor.

Funds are available to help pay transportation expenses for PSEO students whose families are at or below the poverty level, as determined by the federal government, to participate in PSEO courses on college campuses.

Students must notify their school by May 30 if they want to participate in PSEO for the following school year.

For current information about the PSEO program, visit the Minnesota Department of Education’s PSEO webpage at http://education.state.mn.us/MDE/fam/dual/pseo/.

Minnesota World Language Proficiency Certificates and Bilingual/Multilingual Seals

The Minnesota Department of Education awards Minnesota World Language Certificates or Bilingual/Multilingual Seals to graduating seniors who demonstrate an ACTFL proficiency level of Intermediate Low or above in one or more languages. These awards offer state recognition for students and opportunities for college credit at Minnesota State Colleges and Universities. Seniors may choose to take a proficiency assessment administered in the spring.

A list of language proficiency assessments currently offered can be found on the district website: http://www.district196.org/academics/world-languages/world-language/certifications/. Please contact a World Language teacher, EL teacher, cultural Family Advocate, or Counselor for more information.

Independent Study/Academic Enrichment

Independent study/academic enrichment provides an opportunity for an in-depth study in a selected area of interest. Qualifications for independent study/academic enrichment include completion of prerequisite background classes, a 3.0 cumulative G.P.A., and satisfactory mastery of related skills and technical information. In addition, to assure a student’s ability to successfully study on an independent level, the student must display a high interest in the subject area, shown evidence of self motivation and self discipline, and display leadership qualities and initiative. Previous outside exploration of the subject will be considered an advantage for the applicant. The student will have completed a majority of the coursework in the area of interest of the department granting approval of the independent study. Students should contact their counselor to discuss this option. A fee may be assessed for this enrichment option. Students may receive credit through the District 196 Credit by Assessment process.

Pass/No-Credit System

Students may take one course (.75 credit) each quarter (3 credits each year) on a “Pass/No-Credit” basis. This option is to encourage students to explore interests in a subject and yet not risk receiving a low grade.

Procedure: Students must apply within the first 15 school days of the quarter. Written permission of parents is required. Application forms are available in the Counseling Office. “Pass/No-Credit” students will take all tests, turn in all regular class work and receive marks along with the other students. The final mark will be a “Pass” if the student completes all work at the passing level. The student also has the option to take the grade earned. Please inform the teacher of your final decision at the end of the term. The final mark will be “No-Credit” if the student does not complete all work at the passing level. A credit toward graduation will be granted for a “Pass” mark. No credit toward graduation will be granted for a “No-Credit” mark. Subjects taken on the “Pass/No-Credit” basis will not be averaged into a student’s class rank or honor roll standing. However, overall class rank may be affected for students choosing the “Pass/No-Credit” option due to the honor point/credits attempted mathematical conversion. The EVHS attendance policy will be in affect for students choosing the Pass/No-Credit option. A class taken through the Pass/No-Credit option will not count toward the Honors Ranking System.

If a student is taking a class on the Pass/No-Credit basis and is removed from class by an administrator or fails to meet the minimum requirements of the course, the student will receive a grade of “F” for the course and be assigned

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to transitional study hall for the remainder of the quarter. The NCAA may accept the Pass/No-Credit option for core academic courses by applying a “D-” as the grade for the course for a “P” grade earned.

9th Grade Core Program

We will make the transition into high school for our incoming 9th graders a positive and successful experience. Each 9th grader will be assigned to a team of teachers who will teach in the content area of English/Language Arts and Social Studies. Collectively, this team of teachers will build relationships with this group of students and their parents and set the expectations and tone for their next four years at Eastview High School. This team will teach ad-ditional skills to all of our 9th graders in such areas as study skills, decision making, goal setting, problem solving, conflict resolution, technology and awareness of opportunities that are available at Eastview High School. This team of teachers will also monitor student progress and provide timely feedback to parents and students. Developing this heightened awareness, building these important skills, and monitoring progress will increase the success for students at Eastview High School.

Course Sequencing

Selected courses may be offered in a 9 or 18 week, two-period format. The scheduling of courses in this manner pro-vides for greater focus through in-depth teaching, learning and guided practice. Course sequencing will also provide opportunities to implement a variety of instructional methods in order to meet individual student learning styles, more time in the period to teach/learn concepts, and a strengthening of the teacher/student relationship through a longer class period.

Human Sexuality and HIV/AIDS Prevention Curriculum

District 196 teaches students human sexuality curriculum and HIV/AIDS prevention curriculum. Course descriptions in this catalog identify where this curriculum is taught. If you would like specific information about what is taught in these areas, please contact your school principal. Parents who are uncomfortable with the curriculum after talking with the principal/designee may withhold their student from specific class sessions in which these curricula are taught.

Failures and Incompletes

When a student is having academic difficulty in a class, the teacher should be consulted for assistance. It is also sug-gested that the student inform their counselor of the problem, especially if grades in more than one class are being affected. Students who fail a required class should see their counselor without delay to make arrangements for repeat-ing the course. Failure to make up required courses will jeopardize a students’ graduation. The advice of the school counselor must be sought in deciding which classes are to be repeated and where substitute credits are acceptable.

Students receiving a failing grade may not have the opportunity to make-up the credit during the school day. The after school option or summer school will be the primary method of course failure make-up.

Incomplete grades are assigned at the discretion of the teacher to those students who have not completed required class assignments/expectations or who have not met course outcomes and competencies during the quarter. When students receive an “Incomplete” grade, they should see their teacher as soon as possible to arrange for needed make up work. The deadline for making up an incomplete grade is Friday of the 2nd week in the next quarter. Incomplete grades that are not made up will result in failure of the course and loss of credit.

Students may take a course a single time for credit. Subsequent repeats will be posted to the student’s transcript as an NG (no grade). Credit will not be earned for the repeated course and the student’s GPA will not be affected by the re-take. Exceptions will be made for courses requiring sequential and developmental learning, teachers may prescribe a re-take for students for the purpose of mastering the essential learnings required for the next course. For example, a student that has not demonstrated mastery in Intermediate Algebra may be required to re-take the class prior to taking Geometry. In this case, credit will be earned and the student’s GPA will be affected by the re-take of the course. Courses will not be replaced and will be posted to the transcript in addition to the previous course taken.

Transfer Credits

Students requesting the transfer of credits earned in other educational settings (alternative schools, summer college courses, language camps, etc.) must obtain written permission from the principal prior to participating in the edu-cational experience.

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Early Graduation

Seniors interested in graduating early should discuss this option with their counselor during their junior year to ensure all graduation requirements are covered. Students will be asked to complete an Early Graduation Application. Upon approval by the parent, counselor and assistant principal the students’ schedule will be created to accommodate an early graduation.

EVHS Cocurricular Programs

District 196 believes that cocurricular programs play a substantial and important role in providing successful and meaningful educational experiences for students. In addition to a comprehensive list of courses, Eastview High School offers a wide variety of school activities to meet students’ interests and needs. These cocurricular activities provide at least four educational benefits for students. 1. They promote cognitive, affective and psycho-motor growth and development. 2. They are well-guided activities which utilize student time in an excellent educational environment. 3. They provide opportunities for students to find new friends. 4. They promote good self-concept, positive school attitudes and better school academic achievement.

Eastview High School suggests that all students participate in at least one or more cocurricular activities during the year. Cocurricular activities available to students are listed on page x.

Academic Achievement Recognition

Students in grades 9-12 at Eastview High School will be eligible for academic achievement awards in one or more of the following categories:

Category 1: Academic LetteringStudents in grades 9-12 will be awarded an academic letter based on the attainment of a specified GPA during a specified period of time. Students must meet ONE of the following criteria:

a) Attainment of a "cumulative GPA" as follows (measured after the third quarter each year): 9th graders: 3.800 or higher (regular rank) or 3.700 or higher (honors rank) 10th graders: 3.666 or higher (regular rank) or 3.566 or higher (honors rank) 11th graders: 3.666 or higher (regular rank) or 3.566 or higher (honors rank) 12th graders: 3.500 or higher (regular rank) or 3.400 or higher (honors rank)b) Four consecutive quarters with a quarter GPA = 3.666 or higher (measured during any four consecutive quarters

within or across grade levels).

Category 2: Improvement in Quarter GPAStudents in grades 9-12 who show at least a .75 improvement in their quarter GPA (from one quarter to the next, within or across grade levels) will be awarded a certificate of recognition for this achievement.

Cocurricular Programs Requiring a Study Hall

Participation in a cocurricular program may require a student to enroll in a specific study hall (first or seventh period) which will be used for practice. This requirement is due to the restricted availability of certain practice facilities be-yond the control of EVHS. Programs which require a study hall include boys golf (register for Study D); boys’ hockey [register for Study B & C (hockey may be first or seventh)]; girls’ hockey [register for Study B (hockey may be first or seventh)]. Students participating in cocurricular activities not requiring a cocurricular study hall may NOT register for the courses below. Rather, these students may register for a regular study hall that may be scheduled during any one of the seven periods during the school day. NOTE: Students may not register for a cocurricular study hall without the written permission of a head coach.

2213 Q2 Cocurricular Study B Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 Prerequisite: Permission from boys’ or girls’ hockey head coach2214 Q3 Cocurricular Study C Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 Prerequisite: Permission from boys’ hockey head coach2215 Q4 Cocurricular Study D Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 Prerequisite: Permission from boys’ or girls’ golf head coach

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Student Registration and Scheduling Steps

There are two major steps for students in planning their next year’s program of studies: (1) registration and (2) schedul-ing. During January EVHS Registration Guides and Registration Forms for the following year are distributed. Students then register for courses by selecting their programs of study for the next school year. Based on student registration data, the school administration will determine courses/sections to be offered, staff needed and a master schedule of classes for the next year. Therefore, students should register with care and after consultation with parents.

After students’ registration plans have been approved by parents and counselors, classes are scheduled for all four quarter terms. Following scheduling, schedule changes will only be approved for the reasons listed below in the “Schedule Change” section. Changes are not accepted after the 3rd school day of each quarter.

January/February Students in grades 8-11 register for courses they plan to take during the upcoming school year. During these two months, students/parents may visit with their counselor and finalize their registration selections.

April Students in grades 8-11 are provided copies of their registration and are asked to review for errors.

April/July Student requests are computer loaded into the master schedule; budgets are finalized; staff is hired.

August Quarter 1 and 2 Online Schedule Review and Change Requests • Students will review schedules and request corrections through the online process. • There will not be a schedule review opportunity during Quarter 1 for Quarter 2. • Schedules will be revised prior to the first day of school via the online process and students

will receive their final schedules during a homeroom on the first day of school.January Quarters 3 and 4 Online Schedule Review and Change Requests

• Students will review schedules for Quarters 3 & 4 and request corrections through the online process following winter vacation.

• There will not be a schedule review opportunity during Quarter 3 for Quarter 4.• Students in grade 12 will meet with their counselor in order to assure appropriate credit

status for graduation.• Students in grades 9-11 will initiate schedule change requests through the online process.Emergency Schedule Change Requests after the start of each quarter (Meet with a Counselor)Students may make emergency changes during the first 3 days of each quarter with input from counselor, case manager, teacher or administrator for the following reasons:• Level change – a class is determined to be too difficult (teacher input is required along

with a description of intervention strategies from previous quarter).• Student has not met a necessary prerequisite (teacher input is required).• Add a required course for graduation.• Changes initiated at counselor/administrator/teacher discretion.

This is the final opportunity to make student/parent-initiated changes to the schedule.

Graduation Requirements

The majority of the courses at Eastview High School are 9 weeks in length. The Career Development courses are 12 weeks in length. The 12-week courses are worth one credit and the 9-week courses will be worth .75 credit.To be eligible for graduation, a student must have earned a total of 66 credits (minimum) in grades 9 through 12. Many students accumulate far more than the minimum number of credits during their high school studies. All stu-dents are encouraged to select more than the minimum of required courses in order to take advantage of the broad scope of course offerings available.Eastview High School operates on a seven-period school day, and the majority of the courses are 9 weeks in length, .75 credit each. If a student takes (and passes) 7 courses each quarter, he/she will have earned 21 credits toward graduation; (7 courses) x (.75 credit) x (4 quarters) = 21 credits earned that year. Students may take a study hall, for which no credit is given.For those students who have taken course work in a trimester system (e.g. Apple Valley, Eagan or Rosemount High Schools) prior to coming to Eastview, you will already notice that the transfer of credit will be a simple process. For example, you were required to take a full year sequence of 12 week science courses in 9th grade (Earth Science A, B and C) each course worth one credit, for a total of 3 credits.

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Full Year = 3 trimesters One single period trimester course = 1.0 credit

1st Trimester 2nd Trimester 3rd Trimester one course = 1 credit one course = 1 credit one course = 1 credit One Full Year Course = 3.0 Credits

9th grade students at Eastview High School will also be required to take a full-year sequence of Earth Science courses. These courses will be 9 weeks in length ( Earth Science A, B, C and D) each course worth .75 credit for a total of 3 credits.

FULL YEAR = 4 QUARTERS One single period quarter course = .75 credit

1st Quarter 2nd Quarter 3rd Quarter 4th Quarter one course = .75 one course = .75 one course = .75 one course = .75 One Full Year Course = credit credit credit credit 3.0 Credits

This is one of many similar examples that demonstrates the comparison between the trimester system and the quarter system.

NOTE: Some courses meet for more than one class period and are worth more credit. These exceptions are noted in department course descriptions. The number of courses taken each year will depend upon student individual needs and interests. An 11/12 grade student should be enrolled for 3.75 or more credits each quarter. A 9/10 grade student should be enrolled for 4.50 or more credits each quarter.

Summarized on the following pages are the general registration requirements for each grade. For complete information about graduation requirements students must read each department section. In some instances, special exemptions to the general requirements are noted.

Eastview High School Course Requirements

To be eligible for graduation, each student shall have completed 66 credits in Grades 9, 10, 11 and 12. The minimum requirements are as follows. Adjustments to the graduation requirements for each incoming class may be made in response to changes in state and federal laws.

Minimum Grade 9 Requirements (24 Quarter Courses x .75 Credit Each = 18 Total Credits)

Course Number of Quarter Courses Total Credits for Grade 9

English/Language Arts 4 3.00 Social Studies 4 3.00 Mathematics 4 3.00 Science 4 3.00 Physical Education (Individual Fitness 9 is required) 2 1.50 5 Physical Education quarter courses are required for graduation. Safety Education* 1 .75 Wellness 1 1 .75 Electives** 4 (minimum) 3.00 (minimum)Art One course in visual arts, music, acting, dance, Interior Design A, Advertising, Multimedia, Advanced Multimedia, or Marketing C. May be taken any time in grades 9-12. Grade 9 Sub-Total 24 minimum 18 minimum

* May be taken in 9th or 10th grade; see birth date requirement in Physical Education/Wellness/ Safety Education section for eligibility.** Electives may be chosen from any department.

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English/Language Arts 4 3.00 Social Studies 4 3.00 Mathematics 4 3.00 Science 4 3.00 Physical Education 1 .75 5 Physical Education quarter courses are required for graduation. Individual Fitness 10-12 (may be taken anytime during grades 10-12) Wellness 2 1 .75 Electives** 6 (minimum) 4.50 (minimum)Art One course in visual arts, music, acting, dance, Interior Design A, Advertising, Multimedia, Advanced Multimedia, or Marketing C. May be taken any time in grades 9-12.

Grade 10 Sub-Total 24 minimum 18 minimum ** Electives may be chosen from any department.



English/Language Arts 4 3.00 Social Studies 4 3.00 Mathematics 4 3.00Science* 4 3.00Physical Education 1 .75 5 Physical Education quarter courses are required for graduation. Individual Fitness 10-12 (may be taken anytime during grades 10-12) Wellness 3 1 .75Electives** 2 (minimum) 1.50 (minimum)Art One course in visual arts, music, acting, dance, Interior Design A, Advertising, Multimedia, Advanced Multimedia, or Marketing C. May be taken any time in grades 9-12.

Grade 11 Sub-Total 20 minimum 15 minimum* The science requirement may be completed in 11th or 12th grade.** Electives may be chosen from any department.



English/Language Arts 4 3.00 Social Studies 4 3.00 Physical Education 1 .75 5 Physical Education quarter courses are required for graduation. Individual Fitness 10-12 (may be taken anytime during grades 10-12) Electives** 11 (minimum) 8.25 (minimum)Art One course in visual arts, music, acting, dance, Interior Design A, Advertising, Multimedia, Advanced Multimedia, or Marketing C. May be taken any time in grades 9-12.

Grade 12 Sub-Total 20 minimum 15 minimum * The science requirement may be completed in 11th or 12th grade.** Electives may be chosen from any department.

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CocurricularOpportunities

ATHLETIC ACTIVITIESFALL WINTER SPRINGAdapted Athletic - PI & CI Soccer(Girls & Boys)

Adapted Athletics - PI & CI Floor Hockey (Girls & Boys)

Adapted Athletics - PI & CI Softball (Girls & Boys)

Athletic Training (Girls & Boys) Alpine Skiing (Girls & Boys) Athletic Training (Girls & Boys)Cheerleading - Sport andCompetition (Girls)

Athletic Training (Girls & Boys) Baseball (Boys)

Cross Country (Girls & Boys) Basketball (Girls & Boys) Golf (Girls & Boys)Dance Team - PerformanceSeason (Girls)

Cheerleading - Sport andCompetition (Girls)

Intramurals (Girls & Boys)

Football (Boys) Dance Team - CompetitionSeason (Girls)

Lacrosse (Girls and Boys)

Intramurals (Girls & Boys) Figure Skating (Girls & Boys) Track and Field (Girls & Boys)Soccer (Girls & Boys) Gymnastics (Girls) Fastpitch Softball (Girls)Swimming and Diving (Girls) Hockey (Girls & Boys) Tennis (Boys)Tennis (Girls) Intramurals (Girls & Boys)Volleyball (Girls) Nordic Skiing (Girls & Boys)

Swimming and Diving (Boys)Wrestling (Boys)

FINE AND PERFORMING ARTSBRAVO! Instrumental Music Percussion Ensemble Theatre Tech CrewColorguard Musical Pit Orchestra Vocal MusicDebate Team One Act Play Speech TeamDrumline Pep Band Theatre

OTHER ACADEMIC ACTIVITIESAthletic Training Equestrian Club Lightning Cinema SADD (Students Against

Destructive Decisions)Best Buddies FCCLA (Family Career and

Community Leaders of America)

Math Team Science Olympiad

Book Club First Robotics Team Mock Trial Ski/Snowboard ClubBowling Team German Club Mountain Bike Team Step TeamBPA (Business Professionals of America)

International Club National Forensic League Strength and Conditioning Training

Chess Team Investment Club National Honor Society Student CouncilDance J-Club Newspaper (The Lightning

Press)Trap Shooting

DECA (Association of Marketing Students)

Japan Bowl Open Gym Vocal Music

Diversity Club Japanese National Honor Society

Prom Committee Voices (Literary Arts Magazine)

Environmental Cub (LEAP) Knowledge Bowl Quiz Bowl X-CXN (Extra Connections)

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STUDENT LEADERSHIP AND SERVICE (also see page 14)

• Peer Programs (helper, mediator, tutor) • LINC Leadership • Student Leadership Council • LINC Community Service• Technology Support Service Team • Lightning Thinking, Learning, and Communicating (LTLC)

NCAA Approved Courses Eastview High School

EnglishAmerican Literature (Honors)CIS Public SpeakingCollege CompositionComposition (Advanced)Contemporary ProseCreative WritingEnglish 12English 11-Literature/CompositionEnglish 10/SpeechEnglish 9English 9 (Honors)Extended Day EnglishLanguage & Composition (AP)Literature (AP)MythologyPublic Speaking (Adv)SS EnglishThe Flash

MathematicsEssential MathIntermediate AlgebraAlgebra 2Algebra 2 (Honors)CalculusCalculus AB/APCalculus BC/APCollege Algebra Probability StatisticsGeometry (Honors)GeometryLinear Algebra/Differentiated EquationsMultivariable CalculusPre-calculusPre-calculus (Honors)SS MathStatistics (AP)

Social ScienceAmerican Citizenship/GovernmentAmerican Citizenship/ Government/HonorsDevelopment PsychologyWorld HistoryEconomics AEconomics BEuropean History/APMacroeconomics/APMicroeconomics/APPsychology of Human DevelopmentPsychology/APSociologySS Social StudiesUnited States HistoryUS History/AP

ScienceEssential ScienceAnatomy/PhysiologyBiologyBiology/ HonorsBiology/APChemistryChemistry/ HonorsChemistry/APEarth/Physical ScienceEarth/Physical Science/ HonorsPhysicsPhysics 1/APPhysics C/APSS Science

Additional Core CoursesFrench 1French 2French 3French 4French 4/CISFrench 5French 5/CISGerman 1German 2German 3German 4Japanese 1Japanese 2Japanese 3Japanese 4Mandarin Chinese 2Mandarin Chinese 3Mandarin Chinese 4Mandarin Chinese 5Spanish 1Spanish 2Spanish 3Spanish 4Spanish 5Spanish 5/CIS

NCAA Minimum Academic Requirements for Students Entering NCAA Division I or Division II Institutions NCAA Division I and II colleges have adopted certain academic requirements that must be met for a student to qualify for participation (i.e., practice and competition) in intercollegiate athletics and for the receipt of athletically related financial aid as a freshman. To qualify, one must be a high school graduate and meet NCAA initial eligibility criteria. These criteria may be found at www.ncaaclearinghouse.net

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In order to graduate from any high school in District 196, students must meet the below general requirements:

1) Satisfactorily complete 66 credits of coursework at the high school level, grades 9-12 inclusively, to be eligible for high school graduation as specified below:

• English/Language Arts – four years (12 credits);

• Social Studies – four years (12 credits) encompassing U.S. history, geography, world history, government/citizenship and a .75 credit in economics;

• Science – three years (9 credits) including biology and chemistry or physics;

• Mathematics – three years (9 credits) encompassing algebra, geometry, and statistics and probability (As part of this requirement, students must earn 3 credits of Algebra 2 or its equivalent.);

• Arts – one course from the art education or music and dance departments or Acting, Fashion Design Trends, Interior Design A, Marketing C, Advertising, Multimedia, or Advanced Multimedia;

• Wellness – three courses (2.25 credits);

• Physical Education – five courses (3.75 credits);

• Safety Education – one course (.75 credit), and

• Other – 16 credits, of which not more than 12 credits of instrumental and/or vocal music may be applied toward fulfillment of the graduation requirements.

Career and College Readiness

Districts have a number of requirements to fulfill for students' career and college planning for students first enrolled in grade eight in 2012-13 and later. This includes offering students in grades 11 and 12 (who did not test as a grade 11 student during the school day) an opportunity to participate in a nationally recognized college entrance exam (ACT or SAT) on a school day.

District 196Graduation Requirements

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Four Year Planning Worksheet Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4

Grade 9 ______ + Grade 10 ______ + Grade 11 ______ + Grade 12 ______ = ______ Total credits must equal or exceed 66.

Four-Year Planning Worksheet• Develop a complete list of classes you will take during your remaining year or years in high school.• Be sure to check that you satisfy the prerequisite for each course.• Remember your required courses.• The Career Center is available for student/parent use to assist in answering career planning questions regarding college, military,

vocational training, apprenticeships or job-seeking strategies.

Grade 9 Planning Worksheet

24 Total Required Quarter Courses 18 Total Credits(minimum)

Grade 10Planning Worksheet






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Science, Technology, Engineering & Math (STEM) Opportunities

Four Year Academic Planning

The following information profiles the opportunities students are offered to engage in STEM education. The course pathways outlined below prepare students with critical STEM skills that will enable them to join a workforce of problem-solvers, innovators, and inventors who are self-reliant and able to think logically.Students who complete the following course requirements will be granted the designation of a STEM Scholar. 1. 4 Years of Mathematics 2. 4 Years of Science 3. 1 year (four quarters) of Applied STEM Elective Courses

Content GRADE

COURSE OF STUDYSTEM College Prep Honors

4-year college or graduate degree in preparation for

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STEM 4 year College Prep4-year college degree in preparation for a STEM

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STEM Pathways to Engineering Careers

Employment after high school, preparation for vocational and technical certificate or degree

Science

9 Honors Physical Science/Earth Science

Physical Science/Earth Science

Physical Science/Earth Science

10 Honors Biology Biology Biology

11 Honors Chemistry Chemistry Chemistry or Chemistry Foundations

12AP Physics 1 or AP Physics C, AP Chemistry and optional CIS Anatomy and Physiology or AP Biology

Physics or AP Chemistry and optional CIS Anatomy and Physiology or AP Biology

Engineering/Technology Electives

Technology and Engineering

Applied STEM Electives

• Applied Mathematics Program: Structures and Forces, Alternative Energies, Lifting Principles, Robotics, Robotics and Hydraulics, Vehicle Design, Math Peer Tutor, AP Statistics, AP Computer Science A

• Applied Science Program: Design and Problem Solving, Woods and Plastics• Art: Digital Art/Graphic Design, Introduction to 2-Dimentional Art, Photography• Business: Digital Accounting, Introduction to Computer Programming, Keyboarding, Marketing, AP Computer

Science Principles, IT Exploration, • Career Development Program: Animal Science, Zoos, Aquariums and Small Animal Care, Aviation and Ground

School, Computer Hardware, Software and Game Design, Computer Networking Technology: CISCO, Emergency Services, Forensic Science, Medical Care, Mentor Program Field Experience, Music Production, Vehicle Services

• English: Broadcast Journalism, 4Cast, FLASH, Multimedia• Family and Consumer Science: Fashion Design, Interior Design A, Interior Design B, Landscape Design• Physical Education: Online Exercise Science

Mathematics

9 Honors Geometry Intermediate Algebra Intermediate Algebra or Intermediate Algebra Concepts

10 Honors Algebra II Geometry Geometry or Geometry Concepts11 Honors Pre-Calculus Algebra II Algebra II or Algebra II Concepts

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AP Calculus AB or BC or Multivariable Calculus, Linear Algebra/Differentiated Equations, and/or AP Statistics

Pre-Calculus or College Algebra and Probability & Statistics and/or AP Statistics

College Algebra and Probability & Statistics

Comprehensive Courses 9-12

All students will also select courses from the required comprehensive curriculum in English, Social Studies and Physical Education/Wellness/Safety Education as well as from the elective areas of Art, Business, Family and Consumer Science, Music & Dance.

Activities 9-12Business Professionals of America, Computer Technology (hardware/software/network) Support Assistant, Environmental Club, FCCLA, Knowledge Bowl, Math Team, Quiz Bowl, Robotics, Science Olympiad, Technical Theater, Video Club

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2 year tech program with agreement with 4 year college4 year - Graduate

Biomedical, Computer, Nanotechnology, Electronic Technology, Engineering Technology, Land Surveying and Mapping Sciences, Machine Tool Technology

NOTE: Students should discuss specific course choices with their counselor, teachers, and parents to most appropriately meet their future goals.

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College Credit Opportunities

Eastview High School offers courses in 17 Advanced Placement Courses in six content areas. These courses are developed and approved by The College Board and taught by Eastview teachers. Students will receive high school credit for AP courses and will take AP exams in the spring to receive college credit or placement into upper level college classes. This allows students to skip introductory classes and/or fulfill general education requirements.

These courses send a powerful mes-sage to colleges and universities that a student is well prepared for the rigor of the college or univer-sity curriculum and can enable students to gain admission, college credit and placement into advanced courses. Exam results are sent by the College Board to the colleges that students choose which can then be used to enable students to gain admission, college credit, or placement into advanced courses.

College credit may allow students to move into upper-level college courses sooner, pursue a double major or gain time to study and

travel abroad. At many colleges and universities, students can earn up to a full year of college credit or more once they have attained a sufficient number of qualifying AP exam grades. Ninety percent of the nation’s colleges plus institutions in 24 other countries, grant students admission, credit and/or placement for qualifying AP Exam grades.

Taking an AP exam lets you experi-ence a college level exam. Your AP Exam grades could earn you aca-demic scholarships and awards. Your AP experience will stand out with college admissions offices and your willingness to commit yourself to academic excellence will make you better prepared for college.

“Students who have prepared for and taken the AP Exams adapt more easily to taking college essay exams, and are especially skilled in includ-ing a thesis and a well-developed argument. They are also less intimi-dated by sophisticated, college-level multiple-choice questions that seek to test understanding over memorization.”

-Robert Blackey, Professor of History, CSU, San Berardino

Advanced Placement Program Approximately 600 students take 1300 AP Tests each year.

Approximately 51% of EVHS graduating seniors have taken at least one AP test and earned a 3, 4, or 5 on the exam.

For each of the past two years, approximately 300 students have earned AP Scholar distinction recognizing students who have demonstrated college-level achievement through AP courses and exams.

AP Courses Offered at EVHS AP Biology AP Chemistry AP Physics 1 AP Physics C AP Calculus AB AP Calculus BC AP Computer Science A AP Computer Science Principles AP Statistics AP US History AP European History AP Microeconomics AP Macroeconomics AP Psychology AP Lit/Composition AP Lang/Composition AP Studio Art

Get a jump start on college Gain a competitive edge Prepare for the rigor of college

Havegreaterflexibilityincollege Ease your transition to college Save in the overall cost of a college education

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University of Minnesota-Twin CitiesCollege in the Schools Program

College in the Schools (CIS) is a concurrent enrollment partnership with the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities and Eastview High School.

Eastview High School offers 7 courses in 5 content areas. These courses provide rigorous University academic challenges to Eastview students taught by Eastview teachers at Eastview High School during the regular school day. There is a focus on critical thinking skills and writing skills. The content, teaching methods, and assessment of these courses are equivalent to the U of M’s on-campus courses. Students successfully completing a course receive U of M academic credits that are transferable to other colleges.

Students must meet both the grade level and class ranking criteria required by the particular CIS course.

District 196 is partnering with CTECreditMN.com, an organization that tracks and facilitates articulation agreements between high schools and regional community and technical colleges. Students enrolled in articulated courses as a junior or senior in addition to receiving high school credit, may be eligible to receive advanced standing college credit. Students who meet the course eligibility requirements will earn a certificate listing all the colleges that articulate with the high school course. Students should verify all eligibility requirements with instructors.

Articulated College Credit

Approximately 200 EVHS students will earn 1600 University of Minnesota credits worth about $750,000 in tuition each year.

Accounting Keyboarding/

Computer Applications Marketing Infant and Toddler

Development Child Psychology and

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COLLEGE CREDIT OPPORTUNITIES

Computer Hardware, Software and Game Design

Computer Networking Technology: CISCO

Emergency Services Medical Health Care Mentor Program Seminar

Articulated College Credit Courses at EVHS

College Composition .............. Public Speaking ....................... Human Anatomy and

Physiology................................ Spanish 5 ..................................

French 4 .................................... French 5 .................................... Mandarin Chinese 5................

Writing 1301 (4 credits)Communications 1101 (3 credits)

BIOL 1015 (4 credits)Spanish 1003 (5 credits)Spanish 1004 (5 credits)French 1003 (5 credits)French 1004 (5 credits)Chinese 1012 (6 credits)

CIS Courses Offered at EVHS U of M course equivalent

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Marketing Major X X X X X X X X

Sports Marketing Major X X X X X X X X

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Pre-Law Major X X X X

Hospitality and Tourism Major X X X X X X X

Information Tech/Computer Science X X X X X X X X

We are in the "business" of preparing students for their future. Business courses are beneficial to ALL students.

Successful completion of the course: Marketing C – Advertising satisfies the one credit “Arts” graduation requirement.

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Engineering and Technologies Across the Curriculum Courses

Technology and Engineering connects a STEM focus with a strong academic foundation rooted in the knowledge used to solve complex problems. One goal of the courses within this department is to provide an opportunity for students to utilize their knowledge across all disciplines both inside and outside the scientific, technological, engineering and mathematical realms. Students will gain experience to intuitively leverage existing resources to accomplish tasks independently using STEM techniques. A focus of the courses will be to emphasize independent thinking and problem solving while integrating real world issues with theories.NOTE: Students may contribute to a consumable materials fund for project supplies that are not reusable.

Applied Mathematics, Science & Technologies Elective General Credit

Engineering Technologies | Design & Problem-Solving

Design & Problem SolvingLifting Principles

Airplane with Integrated Control Surfaces

Design & Problem SolvingRobotics & Hydraulics

Hydraulic Arm

Design & Problem SolvingStructures and Forces

Boomilever, Tower,Bridge Design

Design & Problem Solving

Alternative Energies Wind Turbine, MagLev

AP: Computer Science AComputer Systems, Programming, Java

AP Computer Science Principles 7 Big Ideas of Computer Science,

MIT App Inventor

Engineering DesignVehicle Design

Hovercraft, Single Motor Land Vehicle

Engineering DesignRobotics

Applied Manufacturing Woods & Plastics

Power Tools & Material Processing

Applied Manufacturing Design Problem-Solving

Sports Equipment, Long Board Production

Mentor Field Experience Examples of Mentor connections including Chemistry, Computer

Service, Graphic Design, Medical Careers

Applied English Elective General Credit

Communication Technologies

The Flash A The Flash B The Flash C The Flash D

The 4Cast A The 4Cast B The 4Cast C The 4Cast D

Broadcast Journalism A (1 quarter) Broadcast Journalism B (1 quarter)

Multimedia A: Graphic Design

Multimedia B: Video Production & Animation

Multimedia C: 3D Modeling & Game Design

Multimedia D: Web Design & Audio

ProductionAdvanced

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Business Department Elective General Credit

Information Technologies

Keyboarding A Microsoft Office

Keyboarding B Microsoft Office

Keyboarding C Microsoft Office

Keyboarding DMicrosoft Office

Digital Accounting A Digital Accounting B Digital Accounting C Digital Accounting D

IT Exploration A IT Exploration B Introduction to Computer Programming

AP Computer Science Principles A

AP Computer Science Principles B

AP Computer Science Principles C

AP Computer Science Principles D

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English/Language Arts Courses

The English/Language Arts department provides a variety of course offerings in reading, writing, speaking as well as the study of literature, media and theatre arts. The special course offerings for students in grades 9, 10, 11 and 12 are listed below. In registering for classes, students are encouraged to seek the advice of their current English teachers.

* Course requires English Department permission for registration.** Summer assignment required+ Elective credit only.# One quarter may be taken to meet the English elective speaking requirement for grade 12.

Required English Courses by Grade Level Electives

English 9

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Option 1• English 12 (2 qtrs.)• Acting or Speaking Course

(1 qtr.)• Writing Lab (1 qtr.)*

Option 4• AP Literature (4 qtrs.)**

Option 2• English 12 (2 qtrs.)• Speaking Course (1 qtr.)• English Elective (1 qtr.)

Option 3• English 12 (2 qtrs.)• CIS Public Speaking (2 qtrs.)*

Option 5• CIS Composition (2 qtrs.)*• AP Literature (2 qtrs.)**

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Seniors are required to complete four quarters of English courses to graduate. All seniors will take English 12 for one semester (two quarters), unless the senior is recommended for the Advanced Placement Literature and/or College in the Schools Composition. For the other two quarters, seniors will select a speaking course and one other English elective.

• Multimedia: Intro to Digital Media +• Multimedia: Video Production +• Multimedia: 3D Modeling/Game Design• Multimedia: Webdesign +• Acting• Broadcast Journalism/Mass Media• Yearbook+

Elective Choices for Grades 11-12:Reading & Writing Courses• Modern Literature• Creative Writing• Mythology• Yearbook +

Speaking Courses• Acting• Broadcast Journalism/Mass Media• Interpersonal Communication• The 4Cast #• The FLASH #• Public Speaking (12th only)• CIS Public Speaking (12th only)*

English Technology Electives• Adv. Multimedia: Digital Media +• Adv. Multimedia: Video Production +• Adv. Multimedia: Animation & Video +• Adv. Multimedia: Web Design +

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Family and ConsumerSciences Courses

Linking Life and LeadershipEastview offers a comprehensive curriculum that includes career exploration, STEM application, support for state and national standards, as well as preparing students for success in life beyond the classroom. Students will engage in coursework and activities which will prepare them to live and work in a global society.

COURSE TITLE Grade

Everyday Cooking 9 - 12Gourmet Cooking 9 - 12International Cooking 9 - 12FIT Cooking (Fitness & Individual Training) 9 - 12

COURSE TITLE GradeAdvanced Standing Credit *

Psychology of Parenting* 9 - 12 ✔

Infant & Toddler Development* 9 - 12 ✔

Child Psychology & Development A* 9 - 12 ✔

Child Psychology & Development B* 9 - 12 ✔

Child Psychology & Development C* 10 - 12 ✔

Introduction to Teacher Education* 10 - 12LIFE Relationships 10 - 12LIFE 101: Independent Living 10-12Teacher Cadet Academy* 11-12Students successfully completing Child Psych A, B, C may be able to earn Articulated College Credit from a local post-secondary institution. Students should contact the course instructor for more information regarding articulation agreements and participating post-secondary institutions.

* These courses support the Child Development Career Cluster and Pathway

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Interior Design A* 9 - 12 ✔

Interior Design B 9 – 12 ✔

Landscape Design 9 - 12 ✔

Fashion Design Trends* 9 - 12 ✔

* Successful completion of the course: Interior Design A and Fashion Design Trends satisfies the one credit “Arts” graduation requirement.

CULINARY ARTSThis program prepares students for a variety of in-demand careers within the culinary and wellness industries. These applied approaches and hands-on opportunities enable students to explore the exciting field of food preparation and nutrition to prepare for a healthy future. Course content supports STEM initiatives and national & state standards.

CHILD PSYCHOLOGY AND FAMILY STUDIESThis program prepares students for careers working with children, adults, parents, and families in a variety of human service and educational settings. Additionally, it provides skills and knowledge that enhance other career paths and lead to personal growth.

DESIGNThis program provides students the opportunity to explore and apply the elements & principles of design through individual and team based projects. Students will discover career opportunities related to the housing and design fields. Course content supports STEM initiatives and national & state standards.

Possible Careers

Possible Careers

Possible Careers

• Food Scientist• Dietician• Sports Nutritionist• Executive Chef• Pastry Chef• Health Inspector• Hospitality Management

• Caterer• Restaurateur• Food Photographer• Food Critic• Wedding Cake Designer• Event Planner• Fitness Trainer

• Child Life Specialist• School Psychologist• Counselor• Early Childhood Educator• Special Education Teacher• Social Worker• Secondary Education

Teacher

• Family/Marriage/Child Therapist

• Parent Educator• Drug & Alcohol Therapist• Pediatric Medicine• Athletic Coach

• Fashion Designer • Interior Designer• Landscape Designer• Architect• Urban Planner• Graphic Designer• Environmental Design• Master Gardener

• Furniture Designer• Housing Specialist• Design Consultant• Visual Merchandiser• Costume Designer• Corporate Fashion Buyer• Retail Management

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General Electives

ACT TEST PREPWhether you have taken the ACT test before or you are new to the experience, this course will prepare you to do your personal best. The quarter long elective course will navigate students through the ACT testing process and will focus on understanding the format of the test, building strategies for answering more questions correctly and pacing your-self during a timed test. Students build confidence and skills that will boost their scores on the actual test. Students will have access to hundreds of practice questions and an online program that helps them continue preparing even after the course is completed. Students will use an ACT Prep workbook during the class. Students are encouraged to purchase their own copy (available at EVHS) for the purpose of writing their own answers and notes to enhance their learning in the class.

MENTOR PROGRAM: ADVANCED PROFESSIONAL STUDIES

The Mentor Program invites highly motivated, talented high school students to experience and learn at an advanced level. The students are able to experience a career field in a professional setting as the protégé of an expert. Students may choose to focus upon a topic of their choice. Mentor experiences include the following but not limited to:

Mentor Seminar This course is designed to provide access to professionals for students to better determine the career that best suits them. With the instructor, you will formulate a personalized college and career plan. You will gain exposure to personality and career strength inventories. College selection and planning strategies are explored. Students design a project based on their field of interest. This course is designed to prepare students for Field Experience where you are placed with an individual career mentor in your field of choice. The class activities promotes independent learning skills and is designed for the college bound student. Mentor Seminar is a one period class for 1 quarter equal to a .75 credit. This class is available Q1, Q2 and Q3.

Field ExperienceExperience matters: upon successful completion the seminar requirements, the students will be connected with a professional who serves as their mentor. During this time the student will be released four days per week, period 6 and/or 7. The student will observe, converse with and work closely with their mentor at the professional's work site. A project will be defined and produced to add to the student’s learning portfolio under the guidance of their mentor. Students will also continue to meet (one day/week) to continue their professional development and review their field experience learning. The course offers academic challenge and requires a high level of student responsibility. Students will provide their own transportation to the mentor site. Field Experience is a double period 1.5 credit course (periods 6 and 7) and may be registered for any quarter.

Students have the option to take Seminar and Field Experience over the course of 2 quarters (1 period each) or during 1 quarter (2 period block). Seminar and Field Experience may be taken consecutively.

Actuarial SciencesArchitectureBiomedical SciencesBusinessChemistryComputer ScienceEconomicsEngineering

Event ManagementFashion DesignFinance/AccountingGraphic DesignInformation ManagementInterior DesignJournalism

LawMarketingMass CommunicationsMedical CareersMeteorologyPerforming ArtsPhysical Therapy

Political SciencePsychologyPublic RelationsRetail ManagementSocial WorkSports MarketingTeacher Education

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STUDENT LEADERSHIP AND SERVICES

L I N C

LINC stands for Leaders INvested in Community. This unique organization will allow student leaders an opportu-nity to develop and enhance leadership skills, provide valuable service to the Eastview community, work with other student leaders at EVHS, and take involvement in the EVHS community to a higher level.

LINC Leadership will work to bring dynamic leaders together for the benefit of the EVHS community. This inter-club concept will allow the opportunity for student leaders to step outside the traditional boundaries of a school club in order to create more leadership, harmony and unity in the school and the community. Students will work with each other to reach common goals. It is a collaborative effort and will include the following elements:

~ Freshman and New Student Mentoring Program – junior/senior LINC Leaders acting as mentors to groups of fresh-men and transfer and foreign exchange students new to EVHS

• LINC Leaders will act as mentors to groups of 9-10 freshmen students, starting in late August (Freshman Orientation) and continuing throughout the school year. This program requires a significantly large comit-ment, as training will begin in the summer months and continue throughout the school year. LINC Leaders will be responsible for making initial contact with freshmen in late August, and maintaining contact (both formal and informal) throughout the school year.

• LINC Leaders will act as ambassadors to new transfer students throughout the year to help with their tran-sition to EVHS. LINC Leaders will be responsible for making initial contact with new students when they arrive and maintaining contact (both formal and informal) throughout the school year as needed.

• LINC Leaders will act as mentors to freshmen and sophomore students during Target Day enrichment pe-riods throughout the year. These are times during the year that will require leadership engagement with students during the 7:30 a.m.-9:20 a.m. Target Day periods.

~ Service LINC – an opportunity for ANYONE (grades 9-12) to get involved in community service

This program is open to students in all grades (9-12) wishing to participate in service within Eastview as well as the community at large. Service LINC Leaders will be notified of upcoming service opportunities and will have the

Mentor Seminar

1263 Mentor Seminar (Q1) (period 6 and 7) Grades 11, 121262 Mentor Seminar (Q1) (period 7) Prerequisite: Completed application process 1267 Mentor Seminar (Q2) (period 6 and 7) and Mentor Program Coordinator1268 Mentor Seminar (Q2) (period 7) approval1261 Mentor Seminar (Q3) (period 6 and 7)1264 Mentor Seminar (Q3) (period 7)1271 Mentor Seminar (Q4) (period 6 and 7)1272 Mentor Seminar (Q4) (period 7)

Mentor Field Experience 1267 Mentor Field Experience (Q2) (periods 6 and 7) Grades 11, 121271 Mentor Field Experience (Q4) (periods 6 and 7) Prerequisite: Successful completion of Mentor 1268 Mentor Field Experience (Q2) (period 7) Seminar, completed application process1272 Mentor Field Experience (Q4) (period 7) and Mentor Program Coordinator approval

NOTE: Applications may be obtained on the EVHS registration website or in the Student Services Office.

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freedom to participate in those of interest. Service LINC will operate throughout the school year and occasionally during the summer.

Courses offered for .25 credit include: LINC 101 - Introduction to Leadership, LINC 301 - Leadership Development and LINC 401 - Leadership

through Service Learning

Course offered for .75 credit include: Lightning Thinking Learning and Communicating (LTLC)

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It is very important that you register for the mathematics/statistics class that best fits your background, skills, scholarly habits and future plans. Changing to a different course partway through the school year can be a very difficult situation, and there is no guarantee that a change could happen. You are advised to register for the course that you are most likely to learn the most in and complete successfully, not just “try out”. If you are uncertain about correct registration and placement, please see your counselor or current math teacher. Near the end of the school year, re-check your registration and make any necessary changes at that time.

Mathematics/Statistics/Computer Science Courses

We strongly recommend that all students take four years of mathematics in grades 9-12. Many colleges and universities are requiring three years and recommending four years of high school-level mathematics, along with experience in applied math and computer applications or programming. Vocational and technical schools also require a strong math background for many of their programs. In order to prepare for post-secondary studies and the future job market, students can benefit from a well-chosen plan of mathematical coursework that is appropriate for them. With this in mind, the Mathematics Department offers courses that are sequential and appropriate to meet each student’s plan for the future.

To fulfill graduation requirements, all students are required to complete twelve quarter courses (three years). Computer Science credits do not count toward the mathematics graduation requirement, but are recommended for students con-sidering post secondary training. Incoming ninth graders are enrolled in a math course based on input from the eighth grade math teacher, previous grades in mathematics, standardized test scores, and student/parent choice.

Calculators: Intermediate Algebra and Geometry: A scientific calculator is needed for courses in Intermediate Algebra and Geometry. We recommend the TI-30X or

TI-30X II (solar). We do not recommend the TI-30Xa.

Algebra-2, CAPS, Pre-Calculus, Calculus, and AP Statistics:A graphing calculator is necessary for courses Algebra-2, CAPS, Pre-Calculus, Calculus, and Statistics. Texas Instru-ments makes several user friendly calculators. Because the TI-83 and TI-84 series calculators are used for classroom demonstrations and discussion, the Eastview Math Department strongly recommends these models to students. Due to lack of ease in use or missing applications, we do NOT recommend the TI-85 or TI-86. The TI-89, TI-92 and TI-Nspire CAS are not allowed on tests and college entrance exams and therefore are discouraged. The TI-89 is not allowed on the ACT Exam. Cell phone/iPad calculators are not allowed on any assessments. Questions may be referred to the Math Department Leader.

Students who are interested in taking two math courses concurrently should consult with their math teacher. The preferred combination for doubling up is either Intermediate Algebra and Geometry or Geometry and Algebra-2. Doubling up requires a very strong math aptitude, commitment to extra study time outside of class, and teacher recommendation.

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LEVELS OF STUDY AT EASTVIEW HIGH SCHOOLNOTE: The flow charts are the recommended path for the majority of students

LEVEL 1: This level is suggested for students who have not successfully completed a full year of Intermediate Algebra in 8th grade and/or have experienced great difficulty with math. This path is designed to help fill in any gaps in un-derstanding. To be successful at this level, students will need a desire to improve on their weaknesses and work hard to fill in any gaps in understanding. Students will be a full year behind their peers, but through the four years of math will be prepared for entrance to many non-math related post-secondary programs. A scientific calculator is required for both Intermediate Algebra courses and Geometry. A graphing calculator is needed for Algebra 2.

LEVEL 2: This level is suggested for students who have not completed a full year of Intermediate Algebra prior to enter-ing high school but desire a standard high school curriculum necessary for entrance in most programs to most colleges, universities, and technical institutes. To be successful at this level, a student must have a solid math background along with good classroom, study, and homework skills. Courses at or above Algebra 2 require a graphing calculator. Due to the sequential nature of math courses, successful completion in each course is required before progressing to the next course.

NOTE: Students who are very successful in Level 2 may have an opportunity to move to Level 3. Request a recom-mendation from your current math instructor if you are interested in that move.

LEVEL 3: This level is for students who have been accelerated a full year in math. These students have completed both Algebra 1 and Intermediate Algebra prior to entering high school and wish to engage in a more challenging mathematics curriculum. Students in level three are likely considering a college major and career that requires a rig-orous mathematics preparation. To be successful, level three students need a strong math background and excellent classroom, study, attendance, and homework habits. All courses except Geometry require a graphing calculator.

NOTE: Students who are very successful in Level 3 may have an opportunity to move to Level 4. Request a recom-mendation from your current math instructor if you are interested in that move.

LEVEL 4: This level is for students who have been accelerated two full years in math. It is a rigorous path of study rec-ommended for those that have a very strong aptitude in mathematics and wish to pursue a very math intensive college major and career. All courses require a graphing calculator.

Note: The typical courses at each level are bolded.* Summer work may be required for these courses.+ Linear Algebra and Differential Equations are each semester courses and are designed to be taken together as a year-long program.AP Statistics and AP Computer Science may be taken at any time after successful completion of Algebra-2.

➞Intermediate Algebra Concepts ➞Intermediate Algebra ➞Geometry Algebra-2*

➞Intermediate Algebra ➞Geometry ➞Algebra-2* College Algebra and Probability & Statistics

or Pre-Calculus

and/orAP Computer Science A or Principles

and/orAP Statistics*

➞HonorsGeometry ➞Honors

Algebra-2 ➞Honors Pre-Calculus


and/orAP Computer Science

AP Calculus BC*or

AP Calculus AB*and/or

AP Statistics*and/or

AP Computer Science A or Principles

➞HonorsAlgebra-2 ➞AP Calculus BC*

orAP Calculus AB*



➞Honors Pre-Calculus



Multivariable Calculus*and/or

Linear Algebra+and

Differential Equations+and/or

AP Statistics*and/or

AP Computer Science A or Principles

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Music andDance Courses

All courses offered by this department meet the one course “Minnesota Arts Standard.”

Music and dance are among the oldest known forms of human expression. In a world of rapidly expanding technol-ogy and information, we re-affirm our own humanity through the arts. Through creating and performing works of music and dance, we express our feelings and emotions, reflecting and reacting to the changing world around us. The music and dance program at EVHS offers students a broad range of courses designed to help them develop as artistic performers while gaining a life-long appreciation for the arts and an understanding of the important role they continue to play in our culture.

All courses are offered as elective choices for students. All courses satisfy the arts graduation requirement. College admissions counselors consider performing arts classes as evidence of a well-rounded student. Long-term success in the band, choir and dance programs often demonstrates the discipline and commitment necessary to succeed in college and most other endeavors.

Music and Dance Areas and Level of Study

INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC VOCAL MUSIC DANCE(10-12 grades only)

Marching Band Lightning Choir Dance Technique I

Varsity Band Freshmen Choraliers Dance Technique II

Freshmen Wind Ensemble Cantabile Dance Technique III

Concert Band Elektra

Symphonic Band Varsity Chorale

Wind Ensemble Concert Choir

Jazz Improvisation Jazz Improvisation

Music Theory Music Theory

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Physical Education, Wellness, and Safety Education Courses

• Health related fitness is the focus of the Eastview High School physical education curriculum. Eastview's Physi-cal Education department is making use of progressive technology in each class utilizing heart rate monitors to improve each student's level of fitness and assess student participation.

• Our wellness curriculum provides instruction on teaching students to make informed decisions that enhance in-dividual, family and community health, promoting healthful nutrition/dietary practices and physical fitness and working to prevent/reduce tobacco use, drug/alcohol use, intentional and unintentional injuries, and HIV/AIDS/unintentional pregnancies.

• Safety Education/Driver Education is a graduation requirement offered in grades 9-12. See birth date requirements for registration guidelines.

COURSE REQUIREMENTS FOR GRADUATION

Individual Fitness 9 - 1 Quarter Course - Grade 9

Individual Fitness 10-12 - 1 Quarter Course - Grades 10, 11, or 12

Physical Education - 3 Quarter Courses - One of these must be taken in either 9th or 10th grade. The remaining two may be taken anytime in grade 11-12.

Wellness 1 - 1 Quarter Course - Grade 9

Wellness 2 - 1 Quarter Course - Grade 10

Wellness 3 - 1 Quarter Course - Grade 11 or 12

Safety Education - 1 Quarter Course - See below for birthdate requirements.

Q1 - Students born on or before Oct. 28, 2003; enroll in course number 0906 - Safety Education AQ2 - Students born between Oct. 29, 2003 and Jan. 13, 2004 enroll in course number 0907 - Safety Education BQ3 - Students born between Jan. 14, 2004 and March 22, 2004 enroll in course number 0908 - Safety Education CQ4 - Students born between March 23, 2004 and May 25, 2004 enroll in course number 0909 - Safety Education D

Please see the Eastview Web Site for complete course listings and course descriptions.

Wellness 1 Individual Fitness 10-12 Total Body Fitness First Aid/Prevention/

Care of InjuriesStrength &

Conditioning

Wellness 2 Advanced Individual Fitness

Advanced Total Body Fitness Gymnastics Stress Assessment

and Management

Wellness 3 Badminton Basketball Advanced Gymnastics Team Sports

Safety Education Advanced Badminton

Online Exercise Science Self Defense Unified Physical

Education

Individual Fitness 9 Individual Sports Fall Team Sports Spring Team Sports Volleyball

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In our modern technological world, every person is in contact with science and technology in multiple ways and forms each and every day. At Eastview High School we will prepare students to successfully understand and compete in the rapidly changing world of science and technology.

Requirements: Every student is required to take a minimum of 12 quarter courses (3 years). Science credits may be completed in a number of different classes at different levels.

Science Courses

Chemistry Foundations(11th or 12th Grade)

Earth/PhysicalScience Biology

Earth/PhysicalScience

or Honors Earth/Physical

Science

Biology or Honors Biology

Chemistry or Honors Chemistry

Physics or AP Physics 1 (core)with option to take

CIS Anatomy

Honors Earth/Physical

Science

HonorsChemistry

AP Physics 1 or C*(core)

with option to takeCIS Anatomy

(recommended)or

AP Chemistry*

AP Biology* (core)with option to take

CIS Anatomy or

AP Chemistry*(recommended)

It is very important that you register for the science class that best fits your background, skills, scholarly habits and future plans. Changing to a different course partway through the school year can be a very difficult situation, and there is no guarantee that a change could happen. You are advised to register for the course that you are most likely to learn the most in and complete successfully, not just “try out”. If you are uncertain about correct registration and placement, please see your counselor or current science teacher. Near the end of the school year, re-check your registration and make any necessary changes at that time.

The below flowcharts provide three suggested paths of study for science students at EVHS.

LEVEL 1: Suggested for those students who have experienced difficulty with science and are planning a career immediately after high school.

LEVEL 2: Suggested for those students who desire a standard high school curriculum necessary for entrance to most colleges, universities, and technical institutes. To be successful at this level, a student must have a solid math (for chemistry and physics) background along with good classroom, study and homework skills.

LEVEL 3: This level is suggested for students who desire a challenging science curriculum, and/or are considering a career or major that requires a rigorous science preparation. These are college-preparatory courses. To be successful, students need a strong math background and excellent classroom, study, attendance, and homework habits. Due to the rigorous nature of the courses at this level, successful completion (generally indicated by a B or better) in each class is suggested before progressing to the next class.

* Summer assignment required

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Social Studies Courses

9th GRADESocial Studies




AmericanCitizenship &Government

(full year)

United StatesHistory

(full year)

World History(full year)

EconomicsA & B

(semester)

PsychologyA & B

(semester)

SociologyA & B

(semester)

HonorsAmerican

Citizenship &Government(full year)*

AdvancedPlacement

United StatesHistory

(full year)*

Advanced PlacementEuropean History

(full year)*

AdvancedPlacement

Psychology(full year)

Econ A is included in curriculum

AdvancedPlacement

Micro & MacroEconomics(full year)

DevelopmentalPsychology**

(full year, double period)Econ A is included

in curriculum

** Requires application and interview.

OR

OR

OR

OR

AND

OR

OR OR

* Summer assignment required

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Special Programs

ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNERSThe English Language Learner (ELL) program is a series of courses designed to help students whose first language is not English improve their proficiency in listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Students are placed according to their ELL level following an assessment by an ELL teacher. ELL courses are open to students in grades 9, 10, 11, and 12. The different courses offered for credit are listed below. Students are placed in these courses based on teacher recommendation.

Students may enroll and receive credit for the following ELL courses more than once.

ELL Support ELL Level 2 and 3 Reading and WritingELL Level 1 Language Development ELL Level 4 Literature and CompositionELL Level 1 Reading and Writing ELL Social Studies (Citizenship and Government/US HistoryELL Intermediate Language ELL Peer Tutoring Transitional English for Determined Students

SPECIAL SERVICESResource Program

This program represents a variety of services available to students who are identified as having a disability and dem-onstrating significant difficulties in mainstream classes. Various remedial and vocational support courses are offered to those students who have gone through the district child study process and have been staffed into special education service. This procedure involves referral to child study, parent permission for evaluation, assessment, staffing, and program decision-making with staff, parents, and the students. These core academic classes (Essential Classes) are designed to allow students to improve their academic skills while working at an independent level. The core academic classes are aligned with regular mainstream classes. Math, Reading, and Writing are key components of these courses. Students may also take an Academic Prep Class. This course is designed to focus on individual education plan (IEP) goals and objectives. Special education courses are open to students in grades 9, 10, 11, and 12. The different courses offered for credit are listed below. All courses are based on recommendation of a child study or individual education plan (IEP) team.

Academic Prep A, B, C, D Essential Algebra A, B, C, DEssential English 9/10 A, B, C, D Essential Science A, B, C, DEssential Literary A, B, C, D Essential Social Studies A, B, C, DEssential English 11/12 A, B, C, D Essential Social Skills A, B, C, D

CIP Program (Communication Interaction Program) This center-based program is designed for students with Autism and other developmental disorders. This special ed-ucation program provides support services in the areas with academics, transition skills, social skills, adaptive skills, communication skills. The students in this program may take mainstream courses as well as small –group classes. All courses are based on recommendation of a child study or individual education plan (IEP) team. The following courses are offered in this program.Academic Prep A, B, C, D Physical Education A, B, C, DBasic English A, B, C, D Basic Social Studies A, B, C, DLife A, B, C, D Basic Science A, B, C, DBasic Math A, B, C, D Essential Social Studies A, B, C, D

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Life Skills/Basic Skills Classes Life Skills/Basic Skills classes are designed for students with developmental and cognitive delays. These courses offer instruction in functional academics. There is a strong emphasis on Life Skills and the Transition to adult life. Course work in these classes is related to the three transition areas: (employment, independent living, and Post-Secondary Education Training options). The following courses are offered as Life Skills/Basic Skills courses. A recommenda-tion by the child study team is required for these courses.Work Experience A, B, C, D Basic Skills Science A, B, C, DLife Skills A, B, C, D Basic Skills Social Studies A, B, C, DBasic Skills English I A, B, C, D Physical Education A, B, C, DBasic Skills English II A, B, C, D Basic Skills Math I A, B, C, DBasic Skills Math II A, B, C, D

Basic Skills Classes Basic Skills classes are designed for students who qualify for the moderately to severely mentally impaired program. This is a center-based program designed to meet the needs of the multiply-disabled population of secondary students. This program prepares students for the transition from high school to an appropriate post-secondary setting. Students should enroll for five hours of basic skills, one hour of physical education and one hour of Life Skills/Work Training. This is a year-long course. A recommendation by the child study team is required for these courses.Functional Skills A, B, C, D Functional Life Skills A, B, C, DPhysical Education A, B, C, D Functional Social Skills A, B, C, D

Speech/Language ClassesThese courses are designed to help speech and language impaired students become more effective communicators. Speaking, listening, thinking, reading, writing skills and social communication skills will be emphasized. Students can earn an elective credit for this class. The IEP team as well as the Speech/Language Pathologist recommendation is required to enroll.Academic Prep A, B, C, D

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The Work Experience Seminar and Work Experience Transitional Seminar courses offer special support to students who may be experiencing significant personal, academic, financial or other difficulty. Students selected for the program participate in a Work Experience Seminar or Transitional Seminar (for one quarter credit) and 1-3 hours of Work-Based Learning (for a maximum of two quarter credits). These are year-long courses and students may enroll for a total of eight (8) quarters. Students must be enrolled in a seminar class in order to have work release hours (Work-Based Learning).

The seminar classes are designed to help students acquire knowledge and skills needed to promote personal growth and develop competencies in self-awareness and self-advocacy, career awareness, employment readiness, interpersonal relationships, independent living, and citizenship. The goals of the program are to increase student employability skills, develop vocational training and awareness, and promote student success at Eastview High School. Students apply informed decision-making processes to develop a career investigation portfolio and participate in real-world work experience through research, shadowing, and/or on-the-job training.

Work Experience Seminar 1

Work-Based Learning 1

(1700 Course Numbers)

Work Experience Transitional Seminar 1

Work-Based Learning


Work Experience Seminar 2



Work Experience Transitional Seminar 2



Completion of the Work Experience Application, recommendation from Counselor and permission of Work Experience Coordinator.

Courses Prerequisite

Completion of the Work Experience Assessment and recommendation of the Child Study Team.

Successful completion of Work Experi-ence Level 1. Completion of the Work Experience Application, recommendation from Counselor and permission of Work Experience Coordinator.

Successful completion of Work Experience Transitional Level 1. Completion of the Work Experience Assessment and recommendation of the Child Study Team.

WORK EXPERIENCE PROGRAM

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Visual Art Courses

All courses offered by this department satisfy the 1 course “Minnesota Arts Standard” requirement.

The visual arts program is designed for students with the desire to express themselves through art media, enrich their cultural awareness and, for some, explore career possibilities. The art courses are organized on a discipline-based ap-proach which incorporates production, history, evaluation, and aesthetic understanding. It is the goal of the art program to provide students with a journey of artistic discovery for creative self expression and personal fulfillment while using right brain functions considered essential for tomorrow’s leaders, inventors, thinkers and artists.

The EVHS Art Department is designed with introductory courses which MUST be taken before entering the classes of concentrated study. The introductory classes offer a foundation of artistic study by letting the student sample a variety of art media and projects as well as work with the elements and principles of art and design which are fundamental to all art forms. Since the introductory classes are the gateway into the courses of concentrated study, it is strongly sug-gested that the seriously interested student take Introduction to 2-Dimensional Art and Introduction to 3-Dimensional Art the first year, thus meeting requirements for all other classes.

A sketchbook is recommended in all introductory courses.

Fees will be assessed in all courses for project materials that are kept by the student.

Please see the Eastview Web Site for a complete course listing and course descriptions of Art Courses that support your specific need and interests.

Introduction to 2-Dimensional Art Introduction to 3-Dimensional Art (pre-requisite) (pre-requisite)

Drawing Ceramics

Painting Sculpture

Photography

Digital Art/Graphic Design

Advanced Placement Portfolios* • Drawing • 2-Dimensional • 3-Dimensional

* Instructor approval required.

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World Languages

The study of another language opens doors to multiple opportunities. For example, the ability to function in a second language has become a much-desired skill in the business world. Language study also aids personal growth by help-ing students expand their viewpoints and cultural knowledge, develop critical thinking skills, and increase English vocabulary and awareness. Encounters with another language, whether at home or abroad, are enriched through second language study. Additionally, language is a recommendation and often a requirement for college. For these reasons, the World Languages Department strongly encourages all students to take three to four uninterrupted years of one of the following languages: French, German, Japanese, Mandarin Chinese or Spanish.

Gaining an advantage in college is sometimes possible for students who successfully finish a four-or-five-year sequence in one language in high school. These students often find that they • have completed their college's language requirement, • may be granted college credit for what they learned in high school, • may test out of the language requirement • or may be placed in an advanced course at their college.Juniors and seniors at Eastview can opt to earn college credit for some language courses without leaving the campus. Consult the Eastview on-line registration web site for more specific information or contact your language teacher.

Students who are interested in careers in international business, the travel industry, the United States Department of Defense, diplomacy and, of course, language teaching, may choose to start a second world language in high school while continuing the study of their first language.

NOTE: Placement of students with native capacities will be a decision of the World Language Department staff with prior approvals.

NOTE: All of the following courses except the immersion, travel abroad experiences, assistantship courses and the ELL peer tutoring course are year long. Students must register for the entire sequence.

NOTE: Purchase of a workbook and/or dictionary is strongly recommended in some courses.

Courses offered in the World Languages Department:French 1A, 1B, 1C, 1DFrench 2A, 2B, 2C, 2DFrench 3A, 3B, 3C, 3DFrench 4A, 4B, 4C, 4DCIS French 4A, 4B, 4C, 4DFrench 5A, 5B, 5C, 5DCIS French 5A, 5B, 5C, 5DFrench Language and Culture Through Experience AbroadGerman 1A, 1B, 1C, 1DGerman 2A, 2B, 2C, 2DGerman 3A, 3B, 3C, 3DGerman 4A, 4B, 4C, 4DGerman Immersion Through ExchangeJapanese 1A, 1B, 1C, 1DJapanese 2A, 2B, 2C, 2DJapanese 3A, 3B, 3C, 3DJapanese 4A, 4B, 4C, 4DJapanese Language and Culture Through Experience Abroad

Mandarin Chinese 2A, 2B, 2C, 2DMandarin Chinese 3A, 3B, 3C, 3DMandarin Chinese 4A, 4B, 4C, 4DCIS Mandarin Chinese 5A, 5B, 5C, 5DChinese Literature and ArtSpanish 1A, 1B, 1C, 1DSpanish 2A, 2B, 2C, 2DSpanish 3A, 3B, 3C, 3DSpanish 4A, 4B, 4C, 4DSpanish 5A, 5B, 5C, 5DCIS Spanish 5A, 5B, 5C, 5DSpanish 6A, 6B, 6C, 6DSpanish Language and Culture Through Experience AbroadSpanish for Heritage LearnersWorld Language Independent Study/Assistantship(available in all four languages)ELL Peer Tutoring

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Career Developmentand Enrichment

Opportunities CoursesCareer Development and Enrichment Opportunities courses are designed to take students into the 21st Century in-ternational workforce. Business and community leaders across the nation indicate that students must have a sound academic background combined with the ability to apply what they have learned to succeed in the workforce. The Career Development and Enrichment Opportunities courses will help students select career areas on which to focus that can lead to appropriate post-secondary training with no limitations on level of advanced degree to which a student might aspire.

Registration: Students will select the courses through the regular registration process in their high schools. Students may select offerings at any of the District 196 sites as indicated. District 196 publishes a complete registration guide for the Career Development and Enrichment Opportunities Program. See your counselor for additional information.

Transportation: Students must provide their own transportation.

Availability: Classes will operate on a space available basis with priority for seniors followed by juniors.

Term Length: Courses are 12-weeks in length and are organized in a full year, three trimester sequence.

For a complete course listing, site locations and related information see the Independent School District 196 Career Development Registration Guide.

Aviation and Ground School (@ EHS) Introduction to Animal Science: College in the Schools (@ SES)

Computer Hardware, Software and Game Design (@ RHS) Medical and Health Care (and Advanced) (@ RHS)

Computer Networking Technology: CISCO (@ AVHS) Music Production 1 and 2 (@ SES or AVHS)

Emergency Services (and Advanced) (@ RHS) Sustainability (@ SES)

Forensic Science (and Advanced) (@ RHS) Vehicle Services (and Advanced) (@ RHS)

Hospitality Management (and Advanced) (@ EHS) Zoos, Aquariums and Small Animal Care (@ SES)

EVHS Reg Guide/2018-19 reg packet.indd/District 196 Graphics/11-2017

District 196 School BoardJackie Magnuson, Chairperson

Gary L. Huusko, Vice ChairpersonJoel Albright, Clerk

Bob Schutte, TreasurerArt Coulson, DirectorSachin Isaacs, DirectorMike Roseen, Director

Jane K. Berenz, Superintendent

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