John Marshall High School

COURSE CATALOG

3939 Tracy StreetLos Angeles, CA 90027

(323) 671-1400 •• Fax: (323) 665-8682www.johnmarshallhs.org

LOS ANGELES UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT

John Marshall High School3939 Tracy Street, Los Angeles, California 90027Telephone: (323) 671-1400 Fax: (323) 665-8682

Welcome to John Marshall High School, Home of the BARRISTERS!

In the time that you are here at Marshall, you will gain the skills needed to be responsible and productive members of society. John Marshall High has a rich tradition and a commitment to excellence that will provide you with the academic, emotional, social, and multicultural environment needed to give you a positive sense of direction about your future.

It is never too early to start thinking about your future. Take advantage of the resources available to you at JMHS, be in attendance on a daily basis, and get involved in your school. We hope that the information in this catalog will help your school years be filled with success and happiness.

Ramon CortinesSuperintendent of Schools

Daniel HarrisonPrincipal

TABLE OF CONTENTS

LAUSD Graduation Requirements and Minimum College Admission Requirements

Course Descriptions (listed by department)

English/Language Arts

ESL

Mathematics

Science

Social Science

Technical ArtsBusinessComputer TechnologyHome EconomicsIndustrial TechnologyMultimedia

Visual and Performing ArtsArtMusicDrama and Theater Arts

Foreign Language

Life Skills and Health

Physical Education

LAUSD GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS AND MINIMUM COLLEGE ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

SUBJECTS HIGH SCHOOL

UNIVERSITY OF

CALIFORNIA

CALIFORNIA STATE

UNIVERSITY

PRIVATE COLLEGES

COMMUNITY COLLEGES

Social Studies “A” requirement

30 credits:World History ABUS History ABPrin. Am. Dem.Economics

2 years:World History AB

US History ABOr

Prin. Am Dem

Admission requirements vary

from college to college.

Consult the specific college’s course catalog.

No subject requirements.

18 years old

or

high school graduate

or

high school proficiency test

certificate

Students are most successful when they continue to take college prep

courses each semester.

English“B” requirement

40 credits:English 9ABEnglish 10ABAm LitCont Comp12th grade comp.12th grade English elective

4 years:

College preparatory English

Mathematics“C” requirement

20 credits college prep math:Algebra 1ABGeometry ABOr higher

3 years:Algebra 1ABGeometry ABAlgebra 2AB

More recommendedLab Science

“D” requirement10 creditsBiology AB10 creditsICS 1AB orChemistry AB

2 years lab science in grades 10 – 12 (ICS 1AB will meet elective “G”

requirement)

Foreign Language

“E” requirement

2 years of the same foreign languageMore recommended

Visual or Performing Art“F” requirement

10 credits 1 year course

Electives“G” requirement

40 credits

30 credits in a Career Pathway

1 year or more advanced courses in math, arts, English, lab science, foreign

language, or social studies

Applied Technology

10 credits None

Physical Education

20 credits

Health 5 creditsLife Skills 5 creditsAdditional

requirementsComputer

LiteracyService

Learning

None

ENGLISH

ENGLISH 9AB(Annual course – grade 9)English Learners may substitute ESL 3 and ESL 4 for English 9A and English 9B.Available as an Honors course. Available as a Sheltered course.The major purpose of this course is to provide a balanced language arts program which provides students with opportunities to move from the interpretation of a text to meaningful connections between the text and their experiences through a series of language arts activities that will enable them to listen, speak, think, and write about literature. The thematic framework provides an opportunity for students to use skills to explore ideas and values, representing many perspectives and diverse styles, cultures, and attitudes.

ENGLISH 10AB(Annual course – grade 10)Available as an Honors course. Available as a Sheltered course.The major purpose of this course is to provide a balanced language arts program that explores literary themes and genres. A series of language activities will enable students to listen, speak, think, and write about literature and connect literature to their own experiences. Through literature-based units students focus on central issues, discuss meaning, and argue interpretations.

AMERICAN LITERATURE(Semester course – grade 11)Available as an Honors course. Available as a Sheltered courseThe major purpose of this course is to provide a balanced language arts experience centered on the understanding of recurrent themes and genres in United States literature from earliest time to the present and reflecting on the diversity of American life.

CONTEMPORARY COMPOSITION(Semester course – grade 11)Available as an Honors course. Available as a Sheltered course.The major purpose of this course is to provide practice in the four domains of written discourse (sensory/descriptive, imaginative/narrative, practical/informative/technical, and analytical/expository/persuasive) and in exploring ideas and themes from literature and other sources. This course includes writing for personal vocational, and academic purposes and reading for information, enjoyment, and inspiration.

EXPOSITORY COMPOSITION(Semester course – grade 12)Available as a Sheltered course.The major purpose of this course is to provide experiences in writing that are characterized by logical, coherent organization, clarity of expression, and suitability in style, usage, and the conventions of writing. The student is required to read closely (essays, biographies, critiques, précis, and news and magazine articles) for literal and implied meaning and to demonstrate through speech and writing and understanding of the text. Although emphasis is on exposition and the essential skills of editing, the course provides some practice in other domains of writing.

MODERN LITERATURE(Semester course – grade 12)Available as a Sheltered course.The major purpose of this course is to study significant works of the 20th century literacy movements from four or more cultures. The course includes selected examples from the literary genres and the mass media and is designed to increase knowledge and understanding of people of the world and to develop judgment and selectivity in reading.

AP ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND COMPOSITION AB(Annual course – grade 11)The major purpose of this course is to engage students in becoming skill readers of prose written in a variety of periods, disciplines, and rhetorical contexts and in becoming skilled writers who compose for a variety of purposes. The student is required to read and analyze works of literary merit to examine how stylistic effects are achieved by writers’ linguistic choices.

AP ENGLISH LITERATURE AND COMPOSITION AB(Annual course – grade 12)The major purpose of this course develops students’ ability to read and use language with insight and precision on subjects that challenge thought. The course develops comprehension of literary forms and content through reading, discussion, and composition. Works of recognized literary merit provide a center for studies of theme, figurative language, literary conventions, and cultural values.

ADVANCED COMPOSITION(Semester course – grade 12)Available as an Honors course.The major purpose of this course is to provide practice in different forms of exposition and various ways of presenting a subject through limiting the subject, constructing a controlling idea arranging ideas logically, and developing a theme adequately. Content includes close and analytical reading of significant literature (essays, biographies, critiques, précis, and news and magazine articles) that demands high-level thinking skills and serves as a model of effective style and diction. Adherence to accepted English usage in spelling, punctuation, grammar, and syntax is required.

CREATIVE WRITING(Semester course – grades 11- 12)May be taken as the 12th grade English elective course.The major purpose of this course is to provide opportunities to develop, extend, and refine skills of written expression through the instruction and practice in various literary forms, including the prose sketch, short story, essay, dramatic monologue, and poetry. The content includes parallel readings in major genres, individual and group evaluation, and exercises in observing, analyzing, and organizing for the effective expression of ideas and emotions. The individual student undertakes individual writing projects in prose and verse.

WORLD LITERATURE(Semester course – grades 11 – 12)May be taken as the 12th grade English elective course.The major purpose of this course is to examine aspects of the epic, characteristic verse forms, prose narrative, and drama through representative works from at least three national literatures in addition to Greek and Roman literature. Consideration is given to expressed values, ideas, and ideals both similar to and different from our own and to the literary quality of the work.

JOURNALISM 1AB(Annual course – grades 9 – 12)May be taken as the 12th grade English elective course.The major purpose of this course is to offer instruction in the writing of news, features, editorials, and critical reviews. Content includes the history of journalism, the study of current newspapers and magazines, and criteria for recognizing sound journalistic practices. The student gains practice in interviewing and reporting interviews, copyreading, headline writing, page makeup, proofreading, typography, and print shop methods.

JOURNALISM 2AB(Annual course – grades 10 – 12. Prerequisite: Journalism 1AB)May be taken as the 12th grade English elective course.This course continues the major purpose of Journalism 1AB by offering advanced instruction in the writing of news, features, editorials, and critical reviews. Content includes all areas listed under Journalism 1AB.

FILM, THE INTEGRATED ART(Semester course – grades 9 – 12)The major purpose of this course is to provide studies that focus on the relationship of the film to literature, history, art, philosophy, and music. The course includes a focus on creative expression, the structure of films, and audience identification as reflected in a variety of films. Students examine literary works as film sources and compare the different means of expression used in the two media with special attention to the creative and technical elements germane to visual communication on film. Another important emphasis is on music and its relationship to a film’s power and readings in film-related subjects, including art and philosophy which gives students an opportunity to use and expand their increasing knowledge of film expression.

RADIO, TELEVISION AND MOTION PICTURE PRODUCTION AB(Semester or Annual course – grades 9 – 12)The major purpose of this course is to study the techniques of radio, television, and film reporting and production. Instruction includes consideration of the history of mass media, their technology and art, and their effect on the family and world affairs. Students are provided opportunities to write, act, announce, direct, and produce in various media.

CINEMA AB(Annual course – grades 9 – 12)The major purpose of this course is to study the motion picture, selected television productions, and radio programs as literary genres. The course involves students in analysis of the genres and provides opportunities to write, direct, design and film or tape original works.

HUMANITIES AB(Annual course – grades 10 – 12)The major purpose of this course is to provide a study of basic patterns of civilization as expressed thorough literature, history, art, music, law, politics, religion, and philosophy. The content includes a survey of significant developments in the search for order and self-definition within selected cultures from ancient civilizations to the present. Literary and specialized works are examined for the ideas expressed and the artistry in expression. The course requires practices in structured writing and oral discussions and critical and creative responses to reading art, and music.

ESSENTIAL ENGLISH LANGUAGE SKILLS(Semester course – grade 11)The major emphasis of this course is to provide instruction that enables students to meet or exceed language arts standards and apply their competencies in a wide range of contexts.

SPEECH AB(Semester or Annual course – grades 10 – 12)May be taken as the 12th grade English elective course.The major purpose of this course is to offer instruction in the fundamentals of effective oral delivery, including body control, use of voice and diction, and analysis of audience. Instruction stresses organization, selection, and arrangement of material and use of transitions and rhetorical effects in making brief speeches to inform, persuade, or entertain.

ADVANCED SPEECH(Semester course – grades 10 – 12)The major purpose of this course is to provide advanced training in the skills of debate; analysis of social, economic and scientific problems; logical and clear thinking; and use of the rules of evidence, types of support, literary style, rhetorical devices, and advanced research. The student gains experience in parliamentary, persuasive, and game debate as well as gaining practice in research, organization, and delivery.

DRAMA AB(Annual course – grades 9 – 12)May be taken as the 12th grade English elective course.Fulfills Visual and Performing arts requirement for high school graduation and CSU/UC admission.The major purpose of this course is to offer training in fundamental skills of the theater arts, including improvisation techniques, body control, voice, diction, pantomime, creating of character, learning of lines, projection of ideas and emotions, and preparation and acting of scenes from plays. Artist perception and creative expression are stressed.

PLAY PRODUCTION AB(Annual course – grades 10 – 12)The course may be repeated for credit.May be taken as the 12th grade English elective course.Fulfills Visual and Performing arts requirement for high school graduation and CSU/UC admission.The major purpose of this course is to provide for the continued growth and development of the students’ acting and technical skill through studying and producing a three-act play or similar full-length production for public performance. Artist perception and creative expression are stressed.

THEATRE ARTS WORKSHOP AB(Semester or Annual course – grades 10 – 12)May be taken as the 12th grade English elective course.Fulfills Visual and Performing arts requirement for high school graduation and CSU/UC admission.The major purpose of this course is to provide experiences to students who are unusually gifted in the performing arts. Instruction provides for the study and performance of major works of our musical and theatrical heritage.

ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE (ESL)

LAPL 1/LAPL 2/LAPL 3/LAPL 4(Semester courses – grades 9 – 12)This course is available to ESL students who have opted for the Waiver to Basic ELD program.The major emphasis of these courses is to establish oral primary language skills through comprehension activities and then to develop literacy and written skills in the primary language.

ESL INTRO A/ESL INTRO B(Semester courses – grades 9 – 12)The major emphasis of these courses is to meet the communication needs of students learning English for the first time and for those whose proficiency is insufficient for enrollment at the ESL 1 level. Listening comprehension, speaking, and composition skills through a combination of appropriate teaching methods and techniques are emphasized.

ESL BEGINNING 1A/ESL BEGINNING 1B(Double period, Semester courses – grades 9 – 12)The major emphasis of these courses is to meet the basic communication needs of students learning English and for those whose proficiency is insufficient for enrollment at the ESL 2 level. It emphasizes listening comprehension, speaking, and composition skills through a combination of appropriate teaching methods and techniques. The course includes reading as needed to nurture development of the aforementioned skills.

ESL INTERMEDIATE 2A/ESL INTERMEDIATE 2B(Double period, Semester courses – grades 9 – 12)The major emphasis of these courses is to continue to develop and expand upon the skills introduced at the ESL 1 level, with particular stress on transition from manipulation to utilization of spoken language. More complex composition forms are provided, and reading as a basis for speaking/discussion and composition activities is included.

ESL ADVANCED 3(Double period, Semester course – grades 9 – 12)Fulfills credit for English 9A.The major emphases of this course are to continue the practice of basic language skills and to effect a more sophisticated command of English in practical, communicative situations. Advanced language concepts are also taught. English language and critical thinking skills are applied to the study of media, biographical selections, and short story materials.

ESL ADVANCED 4(Double period, Semester course – grades 9 – 12)Fulfills credit for English 9B.The major emphasis of this course is to facilitate the students’ transition into the mainstream English program with some accommodations in teaching strategies to their particular language needs. Activities are provided to help students apply the language skills they learned in the preceding levels to the study of materials and themes appropriate to the mainstream English program. The content deals with drama, poetry, the novel, and career development.

MYTHOLOGY AND LEGEND(Semester course – grades 9 – 12)The major purpose of this course is to study the mythological and legendary backgrounds of modern humankind. The course acquaints students with the spiritual and ethnical meaning of myths and legends of primitive people, the Greeks and Romans, Asians, African, and Native Americans.

CREATIVE WRITING(Semester course – grades 9 – 12)The major purpose of this course is to provide opportunities to develop, extend, and refine skills of written expression through the instruction and practice in various literary forms, including the prose sketch, short story, essay, dramatic monologue, and poetry.

JOURNALISM 1A(Semester course – grades 9 – 12)The major purpose of this course is to offer instruction in the writing of news, features, editorials, and critical reviews.

SPEECH AB(Semester course – grades 9 – 12)The major purpose of this course is to offer instruction in the fundamentals of effective oral delivery, including body control, use of voice and diction, and analysis of audience. Instruction stresses organization, selection, and arrangement of material and use of transitions and rhetorical effects in making brief speeches to inform, persuade, or entertain.

MATHEMATICS

ALGEBRA 1AB(Annual course – grades 9 – 11)Available as a Sheltered course.Algebra 1AB is designed to extend students’ previous experience with patterns to a more formal understanding of relations, functions, and the symbolic language and structure of algebra. Students perform symbolic calculations accurately and flexibly move between symbolic, graphical and numerical representations.

GEOMETRY AB(Annual course – grades 9 – 12. Prerequisite: Algebra 1AB)Available as an Honors course. Available as a Sheltered courseThe purpose of geometry s to present geometrical concepts and patterns that are important in the development of students’ thinking and problem-solving skills. The student works with the body of geometry theorems, including theorems involving two and three dimensions. Students will develop their ability to construct formal logical arguments and proofs in geometric settings and problems.

ALGEBRA 2AB(Annual course – grades 9 – 12. Prerequisite: Geometry AB)Available as an Honors course.This discipline complements and expands the mathematical content and concepts of Algebra 1AB and Geometry. Students who master Algebra 2 will gain experience with algebraic solutions of problems in various content areas, including the solution of systems of quadratic equations, logarithmic and exponential functions, the binomial theorem, and the complex number system. Abstract thinking skills, the function concept, and the algebraic solution of problems in various contexts are emphasized.

TRIGONOMETRY AND MATH ANALYSIS AB(Semester or Annual course – grades 9 – 12. Prerequisite: Algebra 2AB or teacher recommendation)Available as an Honors course.The major purpose of Trigonometry is the thorough study of the properties of triangles and trigonometric functions and their applications. Concepts from algebra and geometry are used to extend previous work with elementary functions into a thorough study of trigonometric functions and their graphs.The purpose of Math Analysis is to develop a firm background in, and extend the understanding of precalculus topics and concepts. This discipline combines many of the trigonometric, geometric, and algebraic techniques needed to prepare students for the study of calculus and strengthens their conceptual understanding of problems and mathematical reasoning in solving problems.

AP CALCULUS ABAP CALCULUS BC(Annual course – grades 10 – 12. Prerequisite: Trig/Math Analysis AB or teacher approval)This course is intended for students who may have a thorough knowledge of college preparatory mathematics, including algebra, integrated mathematic, axiomatic geometry, trigonometry, and analytic geometry. It is assumed, however, that they have not yet acquired a sound understanding of the theory of elementary functions.

AP STATISTICS(Annual course – grades 11 – 12. Prerequisite: Algebra 2AB or teacher approval)This discipline is an introduction to the study of probability, interpretation of data, and fundamental statistical problem solving. Mastery of this academic content will provide students with a solid foundation in probability and facility in processing statistical information.

SCIENCE

INTERCOORDINATED SCIENCE 1AB(Annual course – grade 9 – 10)Available as a Sheltered course.This academic course provides students with an introduction to earth sciences, physics, chemistry, and biology. This comprehensive view will give the student an understanding of the concepts and principles of science and opportunities to develop laboratory, problem solving, and technological skills necessary to compete successfully in the 21st

century. This laboratory course will devote at least 40% of the class time to student-centered laboratory activities, and in small group activities related to team projects and research.

BIOLOGY AB(Annual course – grades 9 – 12)Available as an Honors course. Available as a Sheltered course.The major purpose of this laboratory-based college preparatory course is to provide understanding of the basic biological concepts: the diversity of organisms; the cell; heredity; matter, energy, and organization of living systems; evolution of living systems; physiology; the biosphere and interdependence. Focus is on active student participation in laboratory investigations and the development of critical-thinking skills.

PHYSIOLOGY AB(Annual course – grades 11 – 12. Prerequisite: Biology AB and Algebra 1AB. Chemistry AB is recommended.)Available as an Honors course.The major purpose of this academic course in the biological sciences is to study the structure and function of the human body. Laboratory investigations are designed to illustrate how the body systems maintain a homeostatic internal environment. Active student participation in laboratory investigations and the development of critical thinking skills is essential.

CHEMISTRY AB(Annual course – grades 10 – 12. Prerequisite: Algebra 1AB, Geometry AB is recommended.)Available as an Honors course. Available as a Sheltered course.Chemistry is a laboratory-based college-preparatory course. Laboratory experiments provide the empirical basis for understanding and confirming concepts. This course emphasizes discussions, activities, and laboratory exercises which promote the understanding of the behavior of matter at the macroscopic and the molecular-atomic levels. Chemical principles are introduced so students will be able to explain the composition and chemical behavior of their world.

PHYSICS AB(Annual course – grades 11 – 12. Prerequisite: Chemistry AB and/or concurrent enrollment in Algebra 2AB or teacher approval)Available as an Honors course.The major purpose of this course is to study the basic properties and interactions of matter, force, and energy. In this course, methods used by physicists as they construct a consistent picture of the universe will be emphasized. Students will learning the principles of physics through laboratory investigations, problem solving, teacher-led demonstrations, lectures, discussions, and individual and group study.

AP BIOLOGY AB(Annual course – grades 10 – 11. Prerequisite: Honors Biology AB)A college-level course for student eligible for honors classes, AP Biology differs significantly from the usual first year high school course with respect to the kind of textbook used, range and dept of topics covered, the kind of laboratory work done, and the time and effort required of students.

AP CHEMISTRY AB(Annual course – grades 11 – 12. Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in Algebra 2AB or higher or teacher approval)AP Chemistry is designed for students who have high ability in math and who seek training for future work in science. AP Chemistry, equivalent to a first-year college chemistry course, is for students who have successfully completed high school chemistry or its equivalent. Students study a college-level textbook and do college-level laboratory work. Emphasis is placed on chemical calculations and mathematical formulation of principles.

AP PHYSICS AB(Annual course – grades 11 – 12. Prerequisite: Trigonometry or Algebra 2AB or teacher approval)This course is designed as either a second course for those who have completed a year of physics or as a first course for high achieving students.

SOCIAL SCIENCE

WORLD HISTORY, CULTURE, AND GEOGRAPHY: THE MODERN WORLD AB(Annual course – grade 10)Available as an Honors course. Available as a Sheltered course.The major purpose of this course is to examine major turning points in the shaping of the modern world, from the late 18th century to the present. The course begins with an introduction to current world issues and then continues with a focus on the expansion of the West spurred on by the Industrial Revolution, imperialism and colonization, World War I, World War II, and nationalism among modern nation states. The course examines the role of women and other diverse groups, such as racial minorities gays and lesbians, and people with disabilities.

UNITED STATES HISTORY AND GEOGRAPHY: CONTINUITY AND CHANGE IN THE TWENTIETH CENTURY AB(Annual course – grade 11)Available as an Honors course. Available as a Sheltered course.This course surveys the major turning points in American history in the 20th century. The course begins with a selective review emphasizing two major themes – the nation’s beginnings and the industrial transformation of the new nation. Addressed throughout the course is the application of constitutional principles to contemporary issues. The course investigates the diversity of American culture, including religion, literature, art, drama, architecture, education and the mass media.

PRINCIPLES OF AMERICAN DEMOCRACY(Semester course – grade 12)Available as a Sheltered course.The major purpose of this course is to analyze our system of government and the historical background, fundamental concepts and principles that underlie American democracy. The course covers the development of the Constitution, Bill of Rights, and Federalism. The course will analyze the influence of special interest groups and the role of the media in shaping public opinion. The course also covers the role and the responsibilities of the three branches of government at the national, state and local levels.

ECONOMICS(Semester course – grade 12)Available as a Sheltered course.The major purpose of this course is to provide a comprehensive study of the basic institutions, concepts, principles, and practices of economics. Instruction covers basic economic concepts that underlie the United States market system and its operations. The course also includes an analysis of the American free enterprise system through a study of comparative economics. Throughout this course, measurement concepts and methods involving tables, charts, graphs, ratios, percentages, and index numbers are introduced to understand the relationship between economic variables, thus adding to their mastery of economic thought and method.

AP WORLD HISTORY AB(Annual course – grades 9 – 10)The major purpose of this course is an in-depth examination of major turning points in the shaping of the modern world, from the late 18th century to the present. The course begins with an introduction to current world issues and then continues with a focus on the expansion of the West spurred on by the Industrial Revolution, imperialism and colonization, World War I, World War II, and nationalism among modern nation states. The course examines the role of women and other diverse groups, such as racial minorities gays and lesbians, and people with disabilities.

AP EUROPEAN HISTORY AB(Annual course – grade 10. Prerequisite: Honors World History AB)The major purpose of this course is to provide an in-depth study of European history from 1450 to the present. The course is organized around three major themes in European history: (1) Political and Diplomatic History, (2) Intellectual and Cultural History, and 93) Social and Economic History. The course helps students develop an awareness of the nature of history, its interpretations, and its interdisciplinary nature.

AP AMERICAN HISTORY AB(Annual course – grade 11. Prerequisite: teacher approval)The major purpose of this course is to provide an intensive study of the political, economic, social, intellectual, diplomatic, and cultural development of the United States. The course emphasizes a variety of themes and approaches to United States history and encourages an awareness of the nature of history in its broadest definition and a sense of the alternatives to any given explanation.

AP AMERICAN GOVERNMENT AND POLITICS(Semester course – grade 12. Prerequisite: teacher approval)This course provides an intensive study of how the various elements of government and politics in the United States work together to produce public policy. It examines the critical relationship among the various institutions, government, groups, and ideas that make up the political scene. This course helps the students become familiar with the various ideas and theories used to analyze and predict political behavior and the terminology useful in describing polities. It emphasizes the analysis and interpretation of factual information as it pertains to U.S. government.

AP MACROECONOMICS(Semester course – grade 12. Prerequisite: teacher approval)The major purpose of this course is to provide students a thorough understanding of the principles of economics that apply to the economic system as a whole. The course places a primary emphasis on the study of national income and price determination and also develops the students’ familiarity with economic performance measures, economic growth, and international economics.

WOMEN IN HISTORY(Semester course – grades 10 –12)The major purpose of this course is to identify and emphasize the roles and contributions of women to the growth and development of human society. This course also develops an understanding of the historical struggle of women and the current social, economic, and political issues of concern to women.

GEOGRAPHY AB(Semester or Annual course – grades 9 – 12)The major purpose of this course is to study physical geography, including the concept of the relationship of the physical environment to human culture. The course includes cultural and economic geography and geopolitics. Regional studies may include any or all of the following: Europe, Asia, Africa Latin America, the Middle East, and Oceania. This course also stresses demography, ecology, units on natural and human resources, and continues to develop basic social science skills.

HISTORY OF THE MIDDLE EAST(Semester course – grades 11 – 12)The major purpose of this course is to examine the history and cultures of the Middle East. The ancient civilizations that contributed their cultures to present-day Middle Eastern societies and the establishment and urbanization of modern communities are examined. Countries selected for study are Egypt, Iran, Iraq, Israel, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Saudi Arabia, Syria, and Turkey.

INTRODUCTION TO PSYCHOLOGY(Semester course – grades 11 – 12)The major purpose of this course is to cover the major fields in psychological research in learning and thought processes, personality, intelligence, emotions, genetics, perception, mental health, and human relations.

INTRODUCTION TO SOCIOLOGY(Semester course – grades 11 – 12)The major purpose of this course is to study group behavior, the social problems which arise from that behavior, and the effects of those problems upon group embers. Included are units in social structure, society values, poverty, crime, protest, population, mobility, human ecology, marriage and the family, and mass media.

WORLD OF EDUCATION(Semester course – grades 9 – 12)The major purpose of this course is to provide an opportunity to explore the role of the teacher and the place of education in our society and to compare education in the United States with that of selected other countries. The course includes examination of the history of educational issues, trends, and practices and requires students to relate them to current needs and problems.

TECHNICAL ARTS: BUSINESS

INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTERS(Semester course – grades 9 – 12)The major emphasis of this course is to enable students to develop a basic awareness of the way in which computers work; to operate and interact with computers, using a variety of work processing and data processing software programs.

DATA PROCESSING(Semester course – grades 9 – 12)The major emphasis of this course is to enable students to become operationally competent in using computers to process financial management information and accounting systems. Provides learning activities in using computer programs for processing business transactions.

INFORMATION PROCESSING(Semester course – grades 9 – 12)The major emphasis of this course is to enable students to develop information processing skills by using computers for word and data processing applications. Provides learning experiences in using computer programs to integrate word and data processing. Includes further development of correct keyboarding skills and a review of computer terminology.

ACCOUNTING A/ACCOUNTING B(Semester courses – grades 10 – 12.)The major emphasis of these courses is to learn and apply the fundamentals of double-entry accounting for various types of business organizations as well as apply accounting concepts and procedures to partnerships and corporations.

ADVANCED ACCOUNTING AB(Semester courses – grades 11 – 12. Prerequisite: Accounting AB or teacher approval)The major emphasis of these courses is to strengthen the cognitive understanding of accounting principles and the application of mathematical concepts. Includes analyzing and applying advanced accounting concepts and procedures; preparing of materials for computer input; and using appropriate computer software to solve accounting problems.

TECHNICAL ARTS: COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY

INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTERS(Semester course – grades 9 – 12)The major emphasis of this course is to enable students to develop a basic awareness of the way in which computers work; to operate and interact with computers, using a variety of work processing and data processing software programs.

DATA PROCESSING(Semester course – grades 9 – 12)The major emphasis of this course is to enable students to become operationally competent in using computers to process financial management information and accounting systems. Provides learning activities in using computer programs for processing business transactions.

INFORMATION PROCESSING(Semester course – grades 9 – 12)The major emphasis of this course is to enable students to develop information processing skills by using computers for word and data processing applications. Provides learning experiences in using computer programs to integrate word and data processing. Includes further development of correct keyboarding skills and a review of computer terminology.

WEB DEVELOPMENT

AP COMPUTER SCIENCE(Annual course – grades 10 – 12. Prerequisite: teacher approval)The major emphasis of this course is on programming methodology, algorithms, and data structures. Applications of computing provide the context in which these subjects are treated; applications are used to develop student awareness of the need for particular algorithms and data structures, as well as to provide topics for programming assignments to which students can apply their knowledge.

TECHNICAL ARTS: HOME ECONOMICS

FOODS AND NUTRITION(Semester course – grades 9 – 12)The major emphasis of this instructional program is to develop skills in the selection and preparation of nutritious food. Topics of instruction include consumer decision-making; basic concepts of nutrition; and the planning and preparation of nutritious meals in a foods laboratory.

ADVANCED FOODS AND NUTRITION(Semester course – grades 9 – 12. Prerequisite: Foods and Nutrition or teacher approval)The objective of this course is to prepare individuals to understand the principles of nutrition as they apply to selection and preparation of foods. Instruction includes the relationship of nutrition to health and well-being; the selection, preparation, and care of food; and meal management to meet individual and family food needs and patterns of living.

INTERNATIONAL FOODS(Semester course – grades 10 – 12. Prerequisite: Foods and Nutrition or teacher approval)The major emphasis of the course is to plan and prepare foods from a variety of cultures. Nutrition, food products, cook tools and equipment, and special preparation techniques will compose the major portion of the course. As appropriate, the students will briefly study the history, sociology, geography, art, music, and costumes of each culture.

CULINARY ARTS(Semester course – grades 10 – 12. Prerequisite: Foods and Nutrition or teacher approval)May be repeated for credit.The major emphasis of this course is to provide an overview of careers in the food industry, provide basic experiences related to large quantity food preparation and service, and further develop skills acquired in previous courses.

BEGINNING CLOTHING(Semester course – grades 9 – 12)The major emphasis of this course is to develop skills in clothing construction and selection. Instruction includes consumer decision-making skills; selection of patterns, fabrics, and small sewing tools and equipment; construction and evaluation of several garments; planning and budgeting for a school/work wardrobe; and clothing care and repair techniques. The effect of social and personal considerations on clothing selection will be included. Good work habits are stressed.

CLOTHING AND TEXTILES(Semester course – grades 10 – 12. Prerequisite: Beginning clothing or teacher approval)The major emphasis of this course is to develop skills in wardrobe planning and in intermediate to advanced clothing construction techniques. Topics of instruction include consumer decision-making; identification, use and care of textiles; personal analysis and wardrobe planning; clothing construction; and careers in the garment industry.

TECHNICAL ARTS: INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY

AUTO MECHANICS 1A(Semester course – grades 9 – 12)The major emphasis of this course is upon providing experiences in laboratory activities including diagnosis and repair of engines, drive trains, brakes, front ends, and electrical systems. The course includes study of technical information related to owner-driver servicing of the automobile, with emphasis on scientific principles. Safety practices and maintenance related to environmental regulations are stressed.

AUTO MECHANICS 2AB(Semester or Annual course – grades 9 – 12. Prerequisite: Auto 1A)The major emphasis of this course is upon developing performance skills usable in employment. The course helps to develop skills, understanding of processes, and knowledge necessary for the service, maintenance, and repair of automobiles.

AUTO MECHANICS 3AB(Semester or Annual course – grades 10 – 12. Prerequisite: Auto 2B)The major emphasis of this course is on providing in-depth experiences in the development of performance skills usable in employment. The course provides increasingly more complex technical activities and study of specialized problems while providing jobs and activities based on individual student interests and abilities.

GRAPHIC ARTS 1AB(Semester or Annual course – grades 9 – 12)The major emphasis of this course is upon providing opportunities to develop skills in the use of tools and equipment to execute basic graphic arts processes through the use of laboratory activities. The course provides vocational activities in letterpress and offset lithography, screen printing, and bindery procedures.

GRAPHIC ARTS 2AB(Semester or Annual course – grades 10 – 12. Prerequisite: Graphic Arts 1AB)The major emphasis of this course is upon providing additional laboratory activities in letterpress processes. The course covers the lithographic processes of cold type paste-up, photocomposition, process camera work, darkroom techniques, stripping, platemaking, and presswork, and the bindery procedures of stock figuring and cutting, folding, collating, and stitching.

GRAPHIC ARTS 3AB(Semester or Annual course – grades 11 – 12. Prerequisite: Graphic Arts 2AB)The major emphasis of this course is to offer additional practice in hot and cold composition, letterpress and offset lithography presswork, design and layout, and job estimating. The course includes study of related technical and occupational information and stresses speed and accuracy of work. The course also provides additional in-depth experience in the development of safe work habits and performance skills usable in employment. The student is afforded opportunities to participate in increasingly more complex technical activities, to study specialized printing problems, and to work on projects based on individual interests and abilities.

PRINTMAKING AB(Semester or Annual course – grades 10 – 12)

STAGECRAFT 1AB(Semester or Annual course – grades 10 – 12)The major emphasis of this course is upon developing good safety habits, basic skills, and an understanding of processes in constructing and painting stage property and scenery. The course provides practice in stage crew work, including preparation of stage lighting, erection and striking of scenery, and trade skills. The course also introduces study of related technical and general information and provides an overview of related occupations in the theater and in radio and television.

STAGECRAFT 2AB(Semester or Annual course – grades 11 – 12. Prerequisite: Stage 1AB or teacher approval)The major emphasis of this course is on developing techniques and processes involved in stage management, construction, lighting, and set up and operation of public address and projection equipment. The course stresses related technical and occupational information and provides increasingly more complex technical activities. The course also includes safety and study of special stagecraft problems and offs activities consistent with individual interests and abilities.

WOOD, INDUSTRIAL 1AB(Semester or Annual course – grades 9 – 12)The major emphasis of this course is on developing a broad overview of the fields of carpentry, cabinetmaking, and furniture construction. The course includes instruction on the development of safe work habits and basic skills using hand tools, machine tools, and woodworking processes in planned shop activities.

LANDSCAPING AB(Semester or Annual course – grades 9 – 12)The major emphasis of this course is to provide opportunities for students to participate in landscape construction projects, landscape installation, development of sprinkler systems,

flooring of the garden, use of water, and job estimating. Planned learning activities are designed to create harmonious relationships of space, environment, plants, and structures.

TECHNICAL ARTS: MULTIMEDIA

TELECOMMUNICATONS 1AB(Semester or Annual course – grades 9 – 12)The major emphasis of this course is on providing opportunities to develop skills in the use of television studio and control room equipment. The course develops interests and abilities in telecommunications and an appreciation for excellence in broadcasting. The course also includes the operation of basic television studio equipment, such as television cameras and audio and video recorders. Related technical information, safety information, and an overview of related occupations are also included.

TELECOMMUNICATIONS 2AB(Annual course – grades 10 – 12. Prerequisite: Telecom 1AB or teacher approval)The major emphasis of this course is upon the development of performance skills, technical knowledge, and safe work habits and attitudes needed for entry level employment in the telecommunications industry. The course provides opportunities for the development of advanced telecommunications skills through the operation and utilization of television studio and control room equipment, script writing, staging, and directing. The course also provides information on occupational opportunities and the availability of advanced training the television broadcasting industry. Instructions on job applications, resumes, job interviews, and promotions are included.

BROADCAST JOURNALISM 1AB(Annual course – grades 10 – 12. Prerequisite: Telecom 1AB, Telecom 2AB or teacher approval)This is a hands-on course in which students will find stories, film them and produce a news show. Students will learn all aspects of producing a live program and have the chance to show their work on cable television. After school commitment for filming, editing and producing JMHS’s award-winning Campus News is required.

BROADCAST JOURNALISM 2AB(Annual course – grades 11 – 12. Prerequisite: Broadcast Journalism 1AB or teacher approval)Continuation of instruction and topics covered in Broadcast Journalism 1AB. Emphasis is placed on leadership roles and further developing and enhancing skills and techniques previously acquired. After school commitment for filming, editing and producing JMHS’s award-winning Campus News is required.

RADIO, TELEVISION AND MOTION PICTURE PRODUCTION AB(Semester or Annual course – grades 9 – 12)The major purpose of this course is to study the techniques of radio, television, and film reporting and production. Instruction includes consideration of the history of mass media, their technology and art, and their effect on the family and world affairs. Students are provided opportunities to write, act, announce, direct, and produce in various media.

FILMMAKING 1ABFILMMAKING 2AB(Semester or Annual course – grades 9 – 12)The major emphasis of this course is to develop the student’s ability to communicate visual ideas using basic filmmaking techniques. Story writing, story-based display, basic visual composition, and general reproduction skills will be included with camera techniques, animation, and line action planning.

VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS: ART

INTRODUCTION TO ART AB(Annual course – grades 9 – 12)The major emphasis of this course is to provide a foundation of visual arts concepts and to explore these concepts. Emphasis is on (1) cultivation and development of the art-making process, (2) the art principles, (3) the art elements.

CERAMICS 1AB(Annual course – grades 9 – 12)The major emphasis of this course is to provide knowledge of ceramic techniques and history through experimental activities. Emphasis is on technical, intellectual and expressive qualities of clay.

CERAMICS 2AB(Annual course – grades 10 – 12. Prerequisite: Ceramics 1AB)This course will build on the student’s foundation in ceramics. Emphasis will be placed on more experimental, sophisticated, complex explorations in clay, glazes and wheel throwing.

DRAWING AB(Annual course – grades 9 – 12)The major emphasis of this course is to develop the students’ ability to express ideas visually through drawing. Emphasis is on skills to prove object representation using line, value, shape and composition. The course includes activities with a variety of media and content. The course prepares the student for advanced classes in art.

LIFE DRAWING AB(Semester or Annual course – grades 10 – 12. Prerequisite: Intro to Art or Design or Drawing)The major emphasis of this course is the study of the human body and its meaning in art and culture. The student will have the ability to observe, to record, to interpret and to communicate visually through studio experiences offered in life drawing, life composition, and anatomy.

DESIGN AB(Annual course – grades 10 – 12)The major emphasis of this course is to provide knowledge of the organization of the basic art elements through the use of art principles. This is a basic course that gives the student the rudimentary tools to analyze his or her visual environment.

ADVANCED DESIGN AB(Annual course – grades 10 – 12. Prerequisite: Design AB)The major emphasis of this course is to expand the student’s concepts and exploration of the design principles and elements in a more complex and varied format.

ART PRODUCTION AB(Annual Course – grades 10 – 12. Prerequisite: Intro to Art, Design, or Drawing)The major emphasis of this course is to provide art experiences that meet the visual communication needs of the school. Opportunities are provided through school service of individual initiative and responsibility as well as team efforts. Use of design elements and principles of graphic design are stressed.

PAINTING AB(Semester or Annual course – grades 10 –12. Prerequisite: Intro to Art or Design or Drawing)The major emphasis of this course is to expand the student’s knowledge of the visual arts through painting. The student will use a variety of media to explore concepts and techniques, from the academic and structures to the experimental and non-traditional.

CARTOONING (Semester course – grades 9 – 12. Prerequisite: Drawing or teacher approval)The major emphasis of this course is to develop the student’s abilities in cartooning and illustration. The course includes freehand drawing and rendering, layout, and the use of basic media for reproduction.

AP STUDIO ART 2D AB(Annual course – grades 10 –12. Prerequisite: teacher approval)The major emphasis of this course is to provide an intensive examination of the process and content of studio art. Emphasis is placed on the quality, concentration, and breadth of the student’s production and experiences in studio art.

AP STUDIO ART 3D AB(Annual course – grades 10 –12. Prerequisite: teacher approval)The major emphasis of this course is to provide an intensive study of three-dimensional form in traditional and nontraditional media. Emphasis is placed on the quality, concentration, and breadth of the student’s production and experiences in three-dimensional art.

AP DRAWING AB(Annual course – grades 10 – 12. Prerequisite: teacher approval)The major emphasis of this course is to provide an intensive examination of the process and concepts in drawing. The course is planned for the highly motivated student interested in the serious study of art.

VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS: MUSIC

CHORUS AB(Semester or Annual course – grades 9 – 12)The major emphasis of this course is on signing activities and vocal production. The course develops the skills necessary for ensemble singing of simple choral literature appropriately arranged, develops skills in reading music notation, and provides opportunities for growth in the understanding of musical elements as applied to the music performed.

CHOIR AB(Semester or Annual course – grades 9 – 12)The major emphasis of this course is on developing musicianship through the study of more difficult choral music. Students develop the ability to sing with considerable skill, accuracy, and sensitivity. The course provides for improvement in vocal tone quality through breath support and ear training, for increased skill in sight signing, and more highly developed aesthetic appreciation and critical judgment.

GUITAR AB(Semester or Annual course – grades 9 – 12)The major emphasis of the course is on beginning activities in the study of the guitar. The course develops the physical skills necessary to play beginning level music accurately and with good tone quality, develops skills in reading music notation, and develops an understanding of the historical significance of the guitar and its literature. The course also provides opportunities for growth in the understanding of musical elements as applied to the music played.

SR. ORCHESTRA AB(Semester or Annual course – grades 9 – 12)The major emphasis of this course is on developing musicianship through the study of more difficult orchestral music. The course develops the ability to perform on an instrument with considerable skill, accuracy, and aesthetic sensitivity, and develops skills in score reading. The course provides opportunities for increasing skill in ensemble playing, and also provides acquaintance with the standard repertory of orchestra that is technically and qualitatively advanced.

ADVANCED ORCHESTRA AB(Semester or Annual course – grades 9 – 12)The major emphasis of this course is on developing musicianship through the study of more difficult orchestral music. The course develops the ability to perform on an instrument with considerable skill, accuracy, and aesthetic sensitivity, and develops skills in score reading. The course provides opportunities for increasing skill in ensemble playing, and also provides acquaintance with the standard repertory of orchestra that is technically and qualitatively advanced.

STRINGS AB(Semester or Annual course – grades 9 – 12)The major emphasis of this course is on beginning activities in the playing of string instruments. The course develops the physical skills necessary to play beginning level music accurately and with good tone quality and develops skills in reading music notation. The course also provides opportunities for growth in the understanding of musical elements as applied to the music played.

INSTRUMENTS AB(Semester or Annual course – grades 9 – 12)The major emphasis of this course is on beginning activities in the playing of orchestral or band instruments. The course develops the physical skills necessary to play beginning level music accurately and with good tone quality and develops skills in reading music notation. The course also provides opportunities for growth in the understanding of musical elements as applied to the music played.

MARCHING DYNAMICS(Semester course – grades 9 – 12)The major emphasis of this course is to provide students with a program to develop total body fitness by articulating musical performances with calisthenics, precision drill, body dynamics, and muscular development and to give students an opportunity to demonstrate skills learned while performing during various campus activities. Includes body building and development of endurance; acquisition of movement skills as they related to rhythmic musical activities; and development of a positive self-image.

ADVANCED BAND AB(Semester or Annual course – grades 9 – 12)The major emphasis of this course is on developing musicianship through the study of more difficult band music. The course develops the ability to perform on an instrument with considerable skill, accuracy, and aesthetic sensitivity, and develops skills in score reading. The course provides opportunities for increasing skill in ensemble playing, and also provides acquaintance with the standard repertory of band that is technically and qualitatively advanced.

JAZZ ENSEMBLE(Semester or Annual course – grades 9 – 12)The major emphasis of this course is on developing musicianship through the study of more difficult jazz ensemble music and other forms including improvisation and combos. The course develops the ability to perform on an instrument with considerable skill, accuracy, and aesthetic sensitivity, and develops skills in score reading. The course provides opportunities for increasing skill in ensemble playing, and also provides acquaintance with the standard repertory of jazz that is technically and qualitatively advanced.

VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS: DRAMA AND THEATER ARTS

DRAMA AB(Annual course – grades 9 – 12)The major purpose of this course is to offer training in fundamental skills of the theater arts, including improvisation techniques, body control, voice, diction, pantomime, creating of character, learning of lines, projection of ideas and emotions, and preparation and acting of scenes from plays. Artist perception and creative expression are stressed.

PLAY PRODUCTION AB(Annual course – grades 10 – 12)The course may be repeated for credit.The major purpose of this course is to provide for the continued growth and development of the students’ acting and technical skill through studying and producing a three-act play or similar full-length production for public performance. Artist perception and creative expression are stressed.

THEATRE ARTS WORKSHOP AB(Semester or Annual course – grades 10 – 12)The major purpose of this course is to provide experiences fo students who are unusually gifted in the performing arts. Instruction provides for the study and performance of major works of our musical and theatrical heritage.

FOREIGN LANGUAGE

A journey into foreign languages and cultures may be the one unique experience in a student’s high school career. Whether your interests in language are for travel, for broadening your own horizons, for communication, or for academic reasons, courses in French, Spanish, and Spanish for Native Speakers are offered to satisfy your special requirements.

Students enrolling in sequence courses should enroll in consecutive semesters to maintain continuity. While two years of a single foreign language are necessary to present most of the basic structure of the language, three years are strongly recommended.

Advanced Placement (AP) classes may be taken by able students in the above mentioned languages. Both language and literature examinations are available in these languages. Students are eligible to enroll in AP classes after three years of successful language study or with teacher approval.

FRENCH 1ABSPANISH 1AB(Annual course – grades 9 – 11)This is the introduction to the language, people, and culture, with a primary emphasis on speaking and listening comprehension and a secondary emphasis on reading and writing.

FRENCH 2ABSPANISH 2AB(Annual course – grades 10 – 12. Prerequisite: French 1AB/Spanish 1AB)This course offers continued exposure to eh language, people, and culture of the countries where the language is spoken. Emphasis is on speaking, listening, comprehension, reading, and writing.

FRENCH 3ABSPANICH 3AB(Annual course – grades 11 – 12. Prerequisite: French 2AB/Spanish 2AB)This course offers continued exposure to the language, people, and cultures of the countries where the language is spoken. Emphasis is on speaking, listening, comprehension, reading, and writing. Composition, as well as the literature of the language, is also studied.

SPANISH FOR NATIVE SPEAKERS 1ABSPANISH FOR NATIVE SPEAKERS 2ABSPANISH FOR NATIVE SPEAKERS 3AB(Annual courses – grades 9 – 12. Prerequisite: a Spanish-speaking background and teacher approval)The major emphasis of the native speakers program is vocabulary building and literacy skills. Reading, writing, and accentuation are taught.

AP SPANISH LITERATURE AB(Annual course – grades 10 – 12. Prerequisite: teacher approval)Students explore a panorama of Hispanic literature (New World and Spain) in preparation for the Advanced Placement exam.

AP FRENCH LANGUAGE ABAP SPANISH LANGUAGE AB(Annual course – grades 10 – 12. Prerequisite: teacher approval)This course reflects very advanced study of language and culture. Emphasis is placed on becoming fluent in speaking, reading and writing. Students do extensive study of grammar, vocabulary and reading with a focus on passing the Advanced Placement exam.

LIFE SKILLS/HEALTH

LIFE SKILLS FOR THE 21 ST CENTURY (Semester course – grade 9)The major emphasis of this course is to assist the student to grow in the ability to make decisions, to appreciate and understand his or her strengths and skills, and to use knowledge and awareness of educational and vocational opportunities to make meaningful educational and career plans.

HEALTH(Semester course – grades 9 – 12)The major emphasis of this course is to develop concepts, attitudes, and skills that lead to effective decisions on individual family and public health.

PHYSICAL EDUCATION

The intent of the physical education program at John Marshall High School is to provide for each student the opportunity to participate in a variety of enjoyable physical activities. Emphasis will be on the goals of physical fitness and the acquisition of skills and concepts which the individual can carry into later life.

ADAPTIVE PHYSICAL EDUCATION(Annual course – grades 9 – 12. Prerequisite: Identified as needed in the student’s IEP)This course is for students who are unable to participate in the regular physical education program. The student is provided with special activities to help improve hi/her level of fitness. Activities from the regular physical education program are provided where appropriate.

BASIC TEAM SPORTS(Semester course – grades 9 – 12)Students participate in various team sports in order to help determine which activities they are most interest in. Members of this class will also be required to meet appropriate physical fitness standards.

MARCHING DYNAMICS(Semester course – grades 9 – 12)The major emphasis of this course is to provide students with a program to develop total body fitness by articulating musical performances with calisthenics, precision drill, body dynamics, and muscular development and to give students an opportunity to demonstrate skills learned while performing during various campus activities. Includes body building and development of endurance; acquisition of movement skills as they related to rhythmic musical activities; and development of a positive self-image.

CHEERLEADING(Semester course – grades 9 – 12. Prerequisite: consent of sponsor)The major emphasis of this course is to provide an opportunity for skilled students to develop routines to perform before an audience. The course helps students to develop leadership skills and increase their knowledge of techniques to promote enthusiasm.

DRILL TEAM(Semester course – grades 9 – 12)The major emphasis of this course is to provide students with an opportunity to develop movement patterns by putting together basic marching maneuvers in new and unusual arrangements.

DANCE AND CHOREOGRAPHY PRODUCTION(Semester course – grades 9 – 12)Meets CSU/UC Visual and Performing Arts requirement.The major emphasis of this course is on enabling student to become involved in dance production. An opportunity is provided for skilled dance students to develop self-expression, self-realization, and good human relations and to attain recognition; and to develop desirable concepts and attitudes through aesthetic activities associated with dance in regard to music, theater, design, and art.

PHYSICAL FITNESS(Semester course – grades 9 – 12)The major emphasis of this course is to provide an opportunity for students to develop physical fitness according to their own needs and abilities. Includes general conditioning, rope jumping, jogging, continual rhythmical exercises, circuit training, physical fitness testing, and activities that show the relationship of exercise to health.

ADVANCED CONDITIONING(Semester course – grades 9 – 12)The major emphasis of this course is to enable students to develop their total physical fitness to the optimum. Includes body dynamics, continual rhythmical activities, developmental exercises, jogging, interval running, and circuit training activities.

INTERSCHOLASTIC SPORTS(Semester course – grades 9 – 12. Prerequisite: consent of coach)The major emphasis of this course is to enable interested students to try out for and to compete on athletic teams. The course provides advanced competition for girls and boys who demonstrate above-average abilities and skills and who desire to compete.

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