COURSE CATALOG-Monte Vista School-the Independent Learning Academy SY 2018- Ledger: Course Title/ Course Number Grade/Length/Credit Course Description
English Department: English 9-A HE 2013 - 1st Sem. English 9-B HE 2014 - 2nd Sem. Not repeatable for credit {#} 9th Required Year 10 credits Satisfies UC/CSU requirements NCAA approved This course is designed to fulfill the 9th grade English requirement for graduation and also meets the English entrance requirements for four-year universities. Students enrolled in this course will: Read from a variety of genres, surveying traditional and modern literature. Read works from a variety of time periods. Organize thoughts and information, using the writing process. Write for a variety of purposes and audiences. Write an autobiographical essay. Use the appropriate conventions of written language. Use appropriate, effective, and specific vocabulary. Understand, evaluate, and speak effectively. Communicate ideas through oral language.
English 10-A HE 2003 - 1st Sem. English 10-B HE 2004 - 2nd Sem. Not repeatable for credit {#} 10th Required Year 10 credits Satisfies UC/CSU requirements NCAA approved This course is designed to fulfill the 10th grade English requirement for graduation and also meets the English entrance requirements for four-year universities. Students enrolled in this course will: Read from a variety of genres, surveying traditional and modern literature. Read works from a variety of time periods. Write for a variety of purposes and audiences. Use the appropriate conventions of written language. Use appropriate, effective, and specific vocabulary. Understand, evaluate, and speak effectively. Communicate ideas through oral language.
English 11-A HE 2007 - 1st Sem. English 11-B HE 2008 - 2nd Sem. Not repeatable for credit {#} 11th Required Year 10 credits Satisfies UC/CSU requirements NCAA approved This course is designed to fulfill the 11th grade English requirement for graduation and also meets the English entrance requirements for four-year universities. Students enrolled in this course will: Read from a variety of genres, surveying American literature. Read works from a variety of time periods. Organize thoughts and information, using the writing process. Write for a variety of purposes and audiences. Write a research paper. Write an expository essay. Use the appropriate conventions of written language. Use appropriate, effective, and specific vocabulary. Understand, evaluate, and speak effectively. Communicate ideas through oral language.
English 12-A HE 2011 - 1st Sem. English 12-B HE 2012 - 2nd Sem. Not repeatable for credit {#} 12th Required Year 10 credits Satisfies UC/CSU requirements NCAA approved This course is designed to fulfill the 12th grade English requirement for graduation and also meets the English entrance requirements for four-year universities. Students enrolled in this course will: Read from a variety of genres, surveying British works and selected world literature. Read works from a variety of time periods. Organize thoughts and information, using the writing process. Write for a variety of purposes and audiences. Use the appropriate conventions of written language. Use appropriate, effective, and specific vocabulary. Understand, evaluate, and speak effectively. Communicate ideas through oral language.
AP English Language HE 0001 - 1st Sem. HE 0002 - 2nd Sem. Not repeatable for credit Graded on a 5 point scale {#} 11th & 12th Year 10 credits Satisfies UC/CSU requirements NCAA approved The Advanced Placement Language and Composition course encourages students to become skilled readers of prose written in a variety of time periods, and skilled writers who compose for a variety of purposes and forms, as well as addressing the English 11 American Literature curriculum content. The course focuses on rhetoric, style analysis, sentence variety, grammatical structures, and preparation for the Advanced Placement English Language exam. Students who enroll in this class are strongly encouraged to take the Advanced Placement exam given in May.
AP English Literature HE 0003 - 1st Sem HE 0004 - 2nd Sem Not repeatable for credit Graded on a 5 point scale {#} 12th Year 10 credits Satisfies UC/CSU requirements NCAA approved Advanced Placement English is the highest level academic English course available to the high school student. This course demands many hours of reading and writing. The first semester is concerned with western thought from the Old Testament through contemporary literature. The second semester concentrates on British and American prose and poetry from the Elizabethan Age through the 20th Century. Students who enroll in this course are strongly encouraged to take the Advanced Placement examination given in May.
English Honors 9 HE 1007 - 1st Sem. HE 1008 - 2nd Sem. Not repeatable for credit Not graded on a 5 point scale {#} 9th Year 10 credits Satisfies UC/CSU requirements NCAA approved This course is designed to fulfill the 9th grade English requirement for graduation and also meets the English entrance requirements for four-year universities. English Honors 9 is an enrichment course which includes considerably more reading, writing and speaking than required in English 9. The student will be expected to write papers and complete projects which reflect, not only the various literary works used in class, but the relevance and importance of these works as well, in addition to meeting the standards set for English 9.
English Honors 10 HE 1001 - 1st Sem. HE 1002 - 2nd Sem. Not repeatable for credit Not graded on a 5 point scale {#} 10th Year 10 credits Satisfies UC/CSU requirements NCAA approved This course is designed to fulfill the 10th grade English requirement for graduation and also meets the English entrance requirements for four-year universities. English Honors 10 is an enrichment course which includes considerably more reading, writing and speaking than required in English 10. The objectives of the course are to further develop advanced critical reading skills and increase the development of oral communication skills. This course will involve required reading assignments, oral presentations and various frequent writing assignments in addition to meeting the standards established for the English 10 course.
English 11 Honors HE 1003 - 1st Sem. HE 1004 - 2nd Sem. Not repeatable for credit Not graded on a 5 point scale {#} 11th Year 10 Credits Satisfies UC/CSU requirements NCAA approved This course is designed to fulfill the 11th grade English requirement for graduation and also meets the English entrance requirements for four-year universities. Students will explore American literature at a rapid pace, both chronologically and thematically, from Puritan times to the present. The student’s ability to think critically will be developed and assessed through frequent writing and speaking assignments. The expository essay will be emphasized as will the student’s ability to write under pressure. A fully developed research paper will be required. At times the students will be asked to reflect upon, interpret and evaluate the human condition.
Social Sciences Department: World History I HH 2006 - 1st Sem. Not repeatable for credit {#} 10th Required 1 semester 5 credits Satisfies UC/CSU requirements NCAA approved The student will be able to evaluate events that have most significantly affected man’s life on earth. The student will learn about the story of man from his earliest appearance on earth to World War I. Topics include the Age of Exploration, the Rise of Democratic ideas, European Renaissance and Reformation, expansion of the Muslim World, the Monarchs of Europe, the Enlightenment, Napoleon and the French Revolution, the Industrial Revolution, and the Age of Discovery and Progress. World History II HH 2007 - 2nd Sem. Not repeatable for credit {#} 10th Required 1 semester 5 credits Satisfies UC/CSU requirements NCAA approved The student will be able to evaluate the events that have most significantly affected man’s life over the past 200 years. The student will study topics such as the Age of Imperialism, changes in science and technology, Revolution and Nationalism, the Roaring Twenties, and World War II. Reading and research will be done on many unresolved problems of our modern world as well.
U.S. History I HH 2004 - 1st Sem Not repeatable for credit {#} 11th grade Required 1 semester 5 credits Satisfies UC/CSU requirements NCAA approved The student will be able to evaluate U. S. History and relate it to America today. He/She will be able to demonstrate an understanding of social, political, and economic trends and how they relate to our present day. The student will review Age of Exploration, Colonial Age to Civil War and Reconstruction, and an in depth study of the Western frontier through the New Deal. U.S. History II HH 2005 - 2nd Sem Not repeatable for credit {#} 11th Required 1 semester 5 credits Satisfies UC/CSU requirements NCAA approved The student will be able to evaluate U. S. History and relate it to America today. He/She will be able to demonstrate an understanding of social, political, and economic trends and how they relate to our present day. The student will study events from World War II to the beginning of the 21st Century.
U.S. History I and II (Honors) taught only at MVS using APEX online program: HH **** - 1st Sem numbers pending HH **** - 2nd Sem 10 credits Not repeatable for credit Satisfies UC/CSU requirements: pending AP US History HH 0006 - 1st Sem HH 0007 - 2nd Sem Not repeatable for credit Graded on a 5 point scale {#} 11th & 12th Year 10 credits Satisfies UC/CSU requirements NCAA approved In AP U.S. History, students investigate the development of American economics, politics, and culture through historical analysis grounded in primary sources, research, and writing. The equivalent of an introductory college-level course, AP U.S. History prepares students for the AP exam and for further study in history, political science, economics, sociology, and law. Through the examination of historical themes and the application of historical thinking skills, students learn to connect specific people, places, events, and ideas to the larger trends of U.S. history. Critical-reading activities, feedback-rich instruction, and application-oriented assignments hone students' ability to reason chronologically, to interpret historical sources, and to construct well-supported historical arguments. Students write throughout the course, responding to primary and secondary sources through journal entries, essays, and visual presentations of historical content. In discussion activities, students respond to the positions of others while staking and defending claims of their own. Robust scaffolding, rigorous instruction, relevant material, and regular opportunities for active learning ensure that students can achieve mastery of the skills necessary to excel on the AP exam. This course has been authorized by the College Board® to use the AP designation.
American Government HH 2001 Not repeatable for credit {#} 12th Required 1 semester 5 credits Satisfies UC/CSU requirements NCAA approved The student will demonstrate an understanding and appreciation of the principles of democracy practiced in the United States. He/She will comprehend responsibilities of adult citizenship; explain roles of federal, state and local governments; demonstrate a grasp of contemporary issues facing American society today, and a comprehension of different political systems.
Economics HG 2023 Not repeatable for credit {#} 12th Required 1 semester 5 credits Satisfies UC/CSU requirements-G NCAA approved This course is designed to introduce the student to the basic concepts of the American market economy. Major areas covered are economic systems, the individual’s role within the system, the business sector, the impact of national policies and the influence of international markets on the American economy.
AP Macroeconomics HG 0003 Not repeatable for credit Graded on a 5 point scale {#} 12th 1 semester 5 credits Satisfies UC/CSU requirements-G NCAA approved AP Macroeconomics is divided into six units. The semester begins with a study of basic economic concepts. Students then study measurements of economic performance including national income and aggregate price levels. Macroeconomic problems of unemployment and inflation are introduced in the second unit and in units three and four the tools our federal government and central bank use to combat them are taught. To better understand unemployment, inflation, and their solutions the course teaches the aggregate demand and aggregate supply model. Unit five includes a study of economic growth, national debt, and the much-debated long-run perspectives on macroeconomic stabilization policies. The course concludes with a study of international economics and the world economy.
AP Psychology HG 0004 1st Sem HG 0005 2nd Sem Not repeatable for credit Graded on a 5 point scale {#} 11th - 12th Year 10 credits Satisfies UC/CSU requirements NCAA approved The purpose of the Advanced Placement course in Psychology is to introduce students to the systematic and scientific study of behavior and mental processes of human beings and animals. Students will prepare to do acceptable work on the Advanced Placement Examination in Psychology. Students are exposed to the psychological facts, principles, and phenomena associated with the major sub-fields within psychology. They also learn about the methods psychologists use in their science and practice.
Psychology I HG 2043 - 1st Sem Psychology II HG 2044 - 2nd Sem {#} 10th - 11th Year 10 credits Satisfies UC/CSU requirements NCAA approved
Sociology A HG 2126 - 1st Sem Sociology B HG 2127 - 2nd Sem {#} 10th - 11th Year 10 credits Satisfies UC/CSU requirements NCAA approved This course introduces sociology, explains the concept of the sociological imagination, and covers basic terminology. The three major theoretical perspectives are explained and various research methods are summarized and compared. Topics on culture, socialization, deviance, and social control are covered as are topics of social stratification, inequalities of race and ethnicity and inequalities of gender and age.
Math Department: Algebra 1 A HM 2001 - 1st Sem Algebra 1 B HM 2002 - 2nd Sem Not repeatable for credit {#} 8th – 12th Year 10 credits Satisfies UC/CSU requirements NCAA approved The student will acquire manipulative skills in using algebraic symbols and also apply these skills to word problems. Topics covered include symbols, equation solving, signed numbers, inequalities, special products, factoring, fractions, graphs, equations, in two variables, radicals, functions, variations, quadratic equations, and connections to geometry.
Algebra II A HM 2003 - 1st Sem Algebra II B HM 2004 - 2nd Sem Not repeatable for credit {#} 9th – 12th Year 10 credits Satisfies UC/CSU requirements NCAA approved This course expands the mathematical content of Algebra 1 and Geometry. Review of those concepts should be integrated throughout the course. Emphasis should be placed on abstract thinking skills, the function concept and the algebraic solution of problems in various content areas. Content areas emphasized include:
The solution of systems of linear, polynomial, quadratic, logarithmic, and exponential functions.
Probability, sequences, series, and the binomial theorem.
The complex number system.
Rational & radical functions.
Conic sections.
Business Math A HM 2011 - 1st Sem Business Math B HM 2012 - 2nd Sem Not repeatable for credit 9th – 12th Year 10 credits Satisfies UC/CSU requirements Business math focuses on mathematical skills used in everyday life with the goal of developing intelligent consumers. The practical applications of mathematics are studied using real world situations. Personal finances are emphasized through the study of personal earnings, the elements of business, credit and investments. Concepts such as compound interest and maximizing profit will connect to mathematical skills such as using exponents and analyzing quadratics.
Geometry - A HM 2019 - 1st Sem Geometry - B HM 2020 - 2nd Sem Not repeatable for credit {#} 9th – 12th Year 10 credits Satisfies UC/CSU requirements NCAA approved Student will: formulate proof of a theorem, analyze figures containing congruence; find areas of various polygons; use proportions in connection with problems involving similar triangles; apply Pythagorean theorem and use special properties of right triangles; use compass and straightedge in construction and bisections; apply algebraic methods to find angle measures.
Pre Calculus - A HM 2034 - 1st Sem Pre Calculus - B HM 2035 - 2nd Sem Not repeatable for credit {#} 10th – 12th Year 10 credits Satisfies UC/CSU requirements NCAA approved Pre Calculus is a course that combines reviews of algebra, geometry, and functions into a preparatory course for calculus. The course focuses on the mastery of critical skills and exposure to new skills necessary for success in subsequent math courses. The first semester includes linear, quadratic, exponential, logarithmic, radical, polynomial, and rational functions; systems of equations; and conic sections. The second semester covers trigonometric ratios and functions; inverse trigonometric functions; applications of trigonometry, including vectors and laws of cosine and sine; polar functions and notation; and arithmetic of complex numbers. Within each pre calculus lesson, students are supplied with a post-study "Checkup" activity, providing them the opportunity to hone their computational skills by working through a low-stakes problem set before moving on to a formal assessment. Unit-level Pre Calculus assessments include a computer-scored test and a scaffold, teacher-scored test. The content is based on the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM) standards and is aligned to state standards.
Probability & Statistics (als0 known as CP statistics) HM 2036 - 1st Sem ( Currently, we teach only one semester) HM 2037 - 2nd Sem Not repeatable for credit {#} 11th – 12th Year 10 credits Satisfies UC/CSU requirements NCAA approved Probability and Statistics provides a curriculum focused on understanding key data analysis and probabilistic concepts, calculations, and relevance to real-world applications. Through a "Discovery-Confirmation-Practice"-based exploration of each concept, students are challenged to work toward a mastery of computational skills, deepen their conceptual understanding of key ideas and solution strategies, and extend their knowledge in a variety of problem-solving applications. This course covers topics such as types of data; common methods used to collect data; and the various representations of data, including histograms, bar graphs, box plots, and scatter plots. Students learn to work with data by analyzing and employing methods of prediction, specifically involving samples and populations, distributions, summary statistics, regression analysis, transformations, simulations, and inference. Ideas involving probability — including sample space, empirical and theoretical probability, expected value, and independent and compound events — are covered as students explore the relationship between probability and data analysis. The connection between geometry and probability is explored through basic geometric probability. To assist students for whom language presents a barrier to learning or who are not reading at grade level, Probability and Statistics includes audio resources in English.
Business Algebra I A HM 2042 - 1st Sem Business Algebra 1 B HM 2043 - 2nd Sem Not repeatable for credit 9th – 12th Year 10 credits Satisfies UC/CSU requirements This integrated course will provide an engaging, contextualized learning environment for students to master the fundamental concepts of Algebra I through business applications. Students will develop an understanding of business, finance, and marketing while applying the mathematical knowledge necessary for success in those fields. This course provides a meaningful context for mastering the writing, solving, and graphing of linear, quadratic, and systems of two equations with multiple unknowns. This integrated approach provides an introduction to entrepreneurial ventures and basic business applications, such as break-even and profitability analyses and revenue and cost functions.
Business Algebra II A HM 2009 - 1st Sem Business Algebra II B HM 2010 - 2nd Sem Not repeatable for credit 10th - 12th Year 10 credits This integrated course will provide an engaging, contextualized learning environment for students to master the fundamental concepts of Algebra I through business applications. Students with research and analyze comprehensive aspects of a business plan, of finance, and of marketing while applying the mathematical knowledge and solution process necessary for success in business fields. This course provides a meaningful context for mastering the writing, solving, and graphing of linear, quadratic, and systems of two equations with multiple unknowns. Further, this class will integrate logarithms, probability and statistics, sequences and series, and matrices into real world business applications. This integrated approach provides an advanced approach to entrepreneurial ventures and advanced business applications, such as break-even profitability analyses and revenue and cost functions. Students will learn how to use the tools to devise an effective business plan. Each unit in this course will contribute to a portfolio from the various key assignments and assessments. These key assignments and assessments will be organized into a culminating project.
Math Foundations 1 HN 2158 Not repeatable for credit {#} 9th – 12th 1 semester 5 credits Math Foundations 1 offers a structured remediation solution based on the NCTM curriculum Focal Points and is designed to expedite student progress through 3rd to 5th grade skills. The course is appropriate for use as remediation for students in grades 6 to 12. When used in combination, Math Foundations I and math foundations II (covering grades 6 to 8) effectively re-mediate computational skills and conceptual understanding needed to undertake high school-level math courses with confidence. Math Foundations I empowers students to progress at the optimum pace through over 80 semester hours of interactive instruction and assessment. Carefully paced, guided instruction is accompanied by interactive practice that is engaging and accessible. Formative assessments help students to understand areas of weakness and improve performance, while summative assessments chart progress and skill development. Early in the course, students develop general strategies to hone their problem-solving skills. Subsequent units provide a problem-solving strand that asks students to practice applying specific math skills to a variety of real world contexts. Math Foundations II HN 2159 Sem 2 Not repeatable for credit {#} 9th – 12th 1 semester 5 credits Based on the NCTM Curriculum Focal Points, Math Foundations II is designed to expedite student progress in acquiring 6th- to 8th-grade skills. The course is appropriate for use as remediation at the high school level or as middle school curriculum. The program simultaneously builds the computational skills and conceptual understanding needed to undertake high school-level math courses with confidence. The course's carefully paced, guided instruction is accompanied by interactive practice that is engaging and accessible. Formative assessments help students to understand areas of weakness and improve performance, while summative assessments chart progress and skill development. Early in the course, students develop general strategies for honing their problem-solving skills. Subsequent units provide a problem-solving strand that asks students to practice applying specific math skills to a variety of real-world contexts. This course is built to the National Council of Teachers of Math (NCTM) April 2006 publication, Curricular Focal Points for Prekindergarten through Grade 8 Mathematics: A Quest for Coherence, and is aligned with state standards.
Financial Literacy HM 2030 (Uses Personal Finance A Course HM2030 with textbook) Not repeatable for credit {#} 9th – 12th 1 semester 5 credits Financial Literacy helps students recognize and develop vital skills that connect life and career goals with personalized strategies and milestone-based action plans. Students explore concepts and work toward a mastery of personal finance skills, deepening their conceptual understanding of key ideas and extending their knowledge in a variety of problem-solving applications. Course topics include career planning; income, taxation, and budgeting; savings accounts, checking accounts, and electronic banking; interest, investments, and stocks; cash, debit, credit, and credit scores; insurance; and consumer purchasing advice on how to buy a car or house, including buying, renting, and leasing options. These topics are solidly supported by writing and discussion activities. Journal activities provide introspective opportunities for students to apply concepts on a personal scale as well as analyze scenarios from a third-party perspective. Discussions help students network with each other by sharing personalized strategies and goals and recognizing the diversity of life and career plans within a group. This course is aligned with state standards as they apply to Financial Literacy and adheres to the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics’ (NCTM) Problem Solving, Communication, Reasoning, and Mathematical Connections Process standards.
AP Statistics HM 0005 - 1st Sem HM 0006 - 2nd Sem Not repeatable for credit Graded on a 5 point scale {#} Satisfies UC/CSU requirements NCAA approved The statistics presented are primarily descriptive. Newspapers, magazines and televised programs will be used to introduce and discuss the following topics: table graphs (circle, bar, line and histograms); plots (scatter, stem-and-leaf and box-and-whiskers); measures of central tendency; measures of deviation; quadrilles, percentiles, variance, Z-scores and others. Students will become familiar with statistics calculators and use software packages. This Advanced Placement course is intended for students who have a thorough knowledge of college preparatory pre-calculus mathematics including Algebra, Geometry and Trigonometry. A score of 3, 4 or 5 on the examination will enable the student to obtain from 3 to 6 semester units of college credits in mathematics. Graphing calculators and computers will be used throughout the course to aid in the solution of problems. Problems requiring the use of a graphing calculator will be included on the Advanced Placement examination. Topics covered include: Differential calculus and applications. Integral calculus and applications Solutions to elementary differential equations.
AP Calculus AB HM 0001 - 1st Sem Not repeatable for credit Graded on a 5 point scale {#} Satisfies UC/CSU requirements NCAA approved
We do not offer BC. Student will have to take at one of the other high schools. See Principal for permission.
Science Department: Earth Science A HS 2017 - 1st Sem Not repeatable for credit 9th – 12th 1 semester 5 credits Satisfies UC/CSU requirements NCAA approved A comprehensive science course that covers the most current information on rocks and minerals, earth’s resources, weathering, soil, and mass movements, glaciers, running water, and groundwater, earth’s interior, plate tectonics, and historical geology. The format of this course promotes student success by allowing for self-assessments and informal worksheets for review of each lesson. Earth Science B HS 2018 - 2nd Sem Not repeatable for credit 9th – 12th 1 semester 5 credits Satisfies UC/CSU requirements NCAA approved A comprehensive science course that covers the most current information on the ocean floor, ocean water, and ocean life; the atmosphere including its structure and temperature, cloud formation and precipitation, the climate and weather patterns; the origin of modern astronomy and a look at the solar system and the sun. The format of this course promotes student success by allowing for self-assessments and informal worksheets for review of each lesson.
Chemistry A HS 2011 - Sem 1 Chemistry B HS 2012 - Sem 2 Not repeatable for credit {#} 9th – 12th Year 10 credits Satisfies UC/CSU requirements NCAA approved Chemistry offers a curriculum that emphasizes students’ understanding of fundamental chemistry concepts while helping them acquire tools to be conversant in a society highly influenced by science and technology. The course provides students with opportunities to learn and practice critical scientific skills within the context of relevant scientific questions. Topics include the nature of science, the importance of chemistry to society, atomic structure, bonding in matter, chemical reactions, red-ox reactions, electrochemistry, phases of matter, equilibrium and kinetics, acids and bases, thermodynamics, quantum mechanics, nuclear reactions, organic chemistry, and alternative energy. Scientific inquiry skills are embedded in the direct instruction, wherein students learn to ask scientific questions, form and test hypotheses, and use logic and evidence to draw conclusions about the concepts. Mandatory Lab activities reinforce critical thinking, writing, and communication skills and help students develop a deeper understanding of the nature of science. Throughout this course, students are given an opportunity to understand how chemistry concepts are applied in technology and engineering. Journal and Practice activities provide additional opportunities for students to apply concepts learned in the Studies and practice their writing skills. The content is based on the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) Project 2061 benchmarks and the National Science Education Standards and is aligned with state standards. The content is based on the National Science Education Standards (NSES) and is aligned to state standards.
Biology 1 A HS 2005 - 1st Sem Not repeatable for credit {#} 10th – 12th 1 semester 5 credits Satisfies UC/CSU requirements NCAA approved The student will develop an understanding of the living world by studying and testing the concepts identified in the California State Science Standards for Biology/Life Sciences. Focus is placed on studying microbiology, cell theory, and genetics and how these topics affect the student in their personal lives and practices. Students will prepare to make informed decisions related to these concepts. The scientific method is studied and practiced through hands-on and internet activities correlated to the focus topics. Additionally, students must complete various wet-lab investigations which reinforce concepts and scientific terms and strengthen students’ laboratory skills, critical thinking, and science process skills, as well as provide a practical application of material presented in the text. Biology I B HS 2006 - 2nd Sem Not repeatable for credit {#} 10th – 12th 1 semester 5 credits Satisfies UC/CSU requirements NCAA approved The student will develop an understanding of the living world by studying and testing the concepts identified in the California State Science Standards for Biology/Life Sciences. Students will learn how organisms depend on each other in the environment and how changes in the environment affect them in their personal lives and practices by focusing study on the biosphere, ecosystems, and populations. Students will also learn about body systems and processes and how these are affected by the environment and by their own choices. Hands-on and internet activities which involve collection and analysis of data are incorporated throughout this course to reinforce various concepts. Additionally, students must complete various wet-lab investigations which reinforce concepts and scientific terms and strengthen students’ laboratory skills, critical thinking, and science process skills, as well as provide a practical application of material presented in the text.
Environmental Science A HS 2021 (Elect Sci) - 1st Sem Environmental Science B HS 2022 (Elect Sci) - 2nd Sem Not repeatable for credit 11th – 12th Year 10 credits NCAA approved The student will develop an understanding of the impact of humans on the environment by studying and testing the concepts identified in the California State Science Standards for Biology/Life Sciences and Earth Science. Students will learn about the scientific method: (sem I) Ecology, Populations, Water, Air, and Land. (sem. II)Water, Air, Land, Mineral, Energy Resources and Our Health and Future. The format of this course promotes student success by allowing for self assessments and informational worksheets for review of each section. Students will prepare to make informed decisions related to these concepts.
Human Anatomy & Physiology A HS 2025 - 1st Sem Human Anatomy & Physiology B HS 2026 - 2nd Sem Not repeatable for credit 10th – 12th Year 10 credits Satisfies UC/CSU requirements NCAA approved This course is designed to provide a broad-based, general study of the human body. The focus of the course is for students who have interests in science and healthcare professions and desire to learn more about the human body. The course may lead students to careers in the medical and health professions. Through the use of microscopes, models, mannequins, skeletons and skeletal parts, videotapes, and a cat dissection, students will gain a thorough understanding of the structure and function of major systems of the human body. Lab work is stressed including dissections of fetal pigs, and cats.
CP Physics HS 2037 - 1st Sem HS 2038 - 2nd Sem Not repeatable for credit 11th - 12th Year 10 credits Satisfies UC/CSU requirements NCAA approved Through investigations, demonstrations and labs, students observe natural phenomena, propose hypotheses and generate descriptions. Using technology for analysis, calculus, and applications they experience the rich level of description, analysis and problem solving that physics provides.
Honors Chemistry HS 1003 - 1st Sem HS 1004 - 2nd Sem 10th - 12th Year 10 Credits Satisfies UC/CSU requirements This is an enriched and accelerated chemistry curriculum with more labs than the CP course which helps students prepare for the SAT. IT not only covering the Next Generation Science Standards for grades 9-12 Chemistry, but also including gravimetric and volumetric analysis, chemical reactions including reduction/oxidation, intermolecular forces, gases, spectroscopy, equilibrium, electrochemistry and organic and biochemistry. Strong emphasis is placed on solving a variety of challenging problems and there is emphasis on analysis in the laboratory. Some of the laboratory activities will include inquiry labs, which will ask students to address a challenge, solve a problem, test a hypothesis, explain a phenomenon or answer a question in the same manner that a scientist approaches a research question.
(HAM) Amateur Radio HG2144 9th - 12th Semester 5 credits Repeatable for credit UC/CSU requirements pending approval Amateur Radio is a semester-long course receiving Practical Art or Science Elective credit. It introduces students to the technology, science, mathematics and operational skills of amateur radio. The course challenges students to understand the benefits of studying STEM oriented subjects whether or not they are science or math oriented. Through this course’s practical real-world connections, students have an opportunity to see how science, mathematics, and engineering are part of their everyday world, and why it is important for every person to be technologically and scientifically literate.
Forensic Biology HS 2023 - 1st Sem HS 2024 - 2nd Sem Repeatable for credit 9th - 10th Year 10 credits Satisfies UC/CSU requirements NCAA approved This course will cover all the next generation science standards for 9-12 Life Sciences. Students will study the basic concepts and principles of biology from a human perspective. Students will develop an understanding of the diversity of life and the interdependence of all organisms.
Forensic Chemistry HS 2043 - 1st Sem HS 2044 - 2nd Sem Repeatable for credit 10th - 11th Year 10 credits Satisfies UC/CSU requirements NCAA approved In this course students study traditional Chemistry topics by engaging in investigations of how scientific evidence is used to solve crimes. Students take on the roles of public safety professionals to identify, collect, preserve, test and analyze physical evidence. Each unit of this course asks how physical evidence can be used to solve a type of crime, and students explain and explore the scientific principles at work. Prerequisite: Prior completion of Forensic Biology is highly recommended, and Algebra I.
AP Environmental Science HS 0005 - 1st Sem HS 0006 - 2nd Sem Not repeatable for credit Graded on a 5 point scale 11th - 12th Year 10 credits Satisfies UC/CSU requirements NCAA Approved Environmental Science is interdisciplinary. It embraces a wide variety of topics from different areas of study. The goal of the AP Environmental Science course is to provide students with the scientific principles, concepts and methodologies required to understand the interrelationships of the natural world, to identify and analyze environmental problems both natural and human-made, evaluate the relative risks associated with these problems, and to examine alternative solutions for resolving and.or preventing them. Prerequisite: Recommended completion of biology and chemistry. A grade of C or better in 2nd semester of algebra II and teacher recommendation.
Visual and Performing Arts Department: Art Appreciation HF 2003 Not repeatable for credit {#} 9th – 12th 1 semester 5 credits Satisfies UC/CSU requirements The student will have an understanding of: development of the various art forms throughout history; art movements; role and contributions of artists who influenced the art world; media and techniques used; financing art forms; effects of art on society and society on art; aesthetic and emotional appeals of art.
Basic Design A HF 2005 - 1st Sem Basic Design B HF 2006 - 2nd Sem 9-12th 2 semester 5 credits each Satisfies UC/CSU requirements Basic Design provides an introduction to the elements and principles of design through selected projects incorporating a variety of techniques, media, and styles. First semester introduces the student to the elements and principles of design, the vocabulary of design. Second semester allows the student to deepen the knowledge gained in the first semester and to apply that knowledge in greater depth while expanding personal skills and creativity.
Digital Photography A HF 2049 - 1st Sem Currently we only offer semester 1. Not repeatable for credit 9-12th 5 credits Satisfies UC/CSU requirements This course is intended to develop an understanding of the technical and aesthetic foundations in photography through the latest digital technology. Students will take their own digital photographs and then utilize varies digital photographic techniques; imaging scanning, digital printing, and Adobe Photoshop.
Drawing and Painting 1 A HF 2053 - 1st Sem Drawing and Painting 1 B HF 2054 - 2nd Sem Not repeatable for credit 9th – 12th 2 semesters 5 credits each Satisfies UC/CSU requirements This course has been designed to help students extend their study of visual arts. Students will use a wide range of subject matter, symbols, meaningful images, and visual expressions. The visual arts embody a wide range, from drawing, and painting to sculpture and design, from architecture to film and video. The visual arts involve varied tools, techniques and processes – all of which provide opportunities for working toward the standards. Students will meet the standards by learning vocabulary and concepts associated with various visual arts. Students will understand the interplay of different media, styles, forms, techniques, and processes in the creation of work. Students will understand the relationships among art forms and between their own work and that of others. They will develop a broad understanding and have an in depth understanding of the visual world in which they live.
Home Furnishings HN 2060 Not repeatable for credit 9th – 12th 1 semester 5 credits Students will be able to make wise housing decisions now as well, as in the future based on information learned in this course. The class emphasizes practical skills as well as the history of housing. Students will also learn basic color and design principles as they apply to the home.
Music Appreciation A HF 2070 - 1st Sem Music Appreciation B HF 2071 - 2nd Sem Not repeatable for credit {#} 9th – 12th 2 semesters 10 credits Satisfies UC/CSU requirements Music Appreciation is a streamlined course that introduces students to the history, theory, and genres of music, from the most primitive surviving examples, through the classical to the most contemporary in the world at large. The course is offered in a two-semester format. The first semester covers primitive musical forms and classical music. The second semester presents the rich modern traditions, including American jazz, gospel, folk, soul, blues, Latin rhythms, rock and roll, and hip-hop. The course explores the interface of music and social movements and examines how the emergent global society and the Internet bring musical forms together in new ways from all around the world.
World Language Department: French 1 A HL 2007 - 1st Sem French 1 B HL 2008 - 2nd Sem Repeatable for credit 9th – 12th Year 10 credits Satisfies UC/CSU requirements NCAA approved French I teaches students to greet people, describe family and friends, talk about hobbies, and communicate about other topics, such as sports, travel, and medicine. Each lesson presents vocabulary, grammar, and culture in context, followed by explanations and exercises. Vocabulary includes terms to describe school subjects, parts of the body, and people, as well as idiomatic phrases. Instruction in language structure and grammar includes the verb system, adjective agreement, formal and informal address, reflexive verbs, and past tense. Students also gain an understanding of the cultures of French-speaking countries and regions within and outside Europe, as well as insight into Francophone culture and people. Weekly conversational lab participation required. The material in this course is presented at a moderate pace.
French II A HL 2009 - 1st Sem French I I B HL 2010 - 2nd Sem Repeatable for credit 9th – 12th Year 10 credits Satisfies UC/CSU requirements NCAA approved French II teaches students to communicate more confidently about themselves, as well as about topics beyond their own lives - both in formal and informal address. Each lesson presents vocabulary, grammar, and culture in context, followed by explanations and exercises. Vocabulary includes terms in cooking, geography, and architecture. Instruction in language structure and grammar includes present- and past-tense verb forms and uses, negation, and direct and indirect objects. Students deepen their knowledge of French-speaking regions and cultures by learning about history, literature, culture, and contemporary issues. The material in this course is presented at a moderate pace. Weekly conversational lab participation required.
French III A HL 2011 - 1st Sem French III B HL 2012 - 2nd Sem Repeatable for credit 9th – 12th Year 10 credits Satisfies UC/CSU requirements NCAA approved Level III is a developmental study in all phases of second language acquisition. It contains within it repetition and recurrence of previous learning, blended with new materials. As the program progresses, the course is designed to extend the learning of the first two years, and to prepare the student for either Language III Honors or Advanced Placement. Completion with a “C” or better of a Level III Foreign Language course meets the recommended preparation in language for acceptance to the UC system and most private colleges and universities. Satisfies UC/CSU entry requirements. PREREQUISITE(S): Successful completion of Level I and Level II. Level II must be completed with a “C” and the recommendation of the prior year’s teacher. Weekly conversational lab participation required.
Spanish I A HL 2023 - 1st Sem Spanish I B HL 2024 - 2nd Sem Repeatable for credit 9th – 12th Year 10 credits Satisfies UC/CSU requirements NCAA approved Spanish I teaches students to greet people, describe family and friends, talk about hobbies, and communicate about other topics, such as home life, occupations, travel, and medicine. Each lesson presents vocabulary, grammar, and culture in context, followed by explanations and exercises. Vocabulary includes terms to describe school subjects, parts of the body, and people, as well as idiomatic phrases. Instruction in language structure and grammar includes the structures and uses of present-tense verb forms, imperatives, adjective agreement, impersonal constructions, formal and informal address, and reflexive verbs. Students explore words used in different Spanish-speaking regions and learn about the cultures of Spanish-speaking countries and regions within and outside Europe. The material in this course is presented at a moderate pace. The content is based on the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL) standards. Weekly conversational lab participation required.
Spanish II A HL 2025 - 1st Sem Spanish II B HL 2026 - 2nd Sem {#} 9th – 12th Year 10 credits Satisfies UC/CSU requirements NCAA approved Building on Spanish I concepts, Spanish II students learn to communicate more confidently about themselves, as well as about topics beyond their own lives - both in formal and informal situations. Each lesson presents vocabulary, grammar, and culture in context, followed by explanations and exercises. Students expand their vocabulary in topics such as cooking, ecology, geography, and architecture. Instruction in language structure and grammar includes a review of present-tense verb forms, an introduction to the past tense, the conditional mood, imperatives, impersonal constructions, and reported speech. Students deepen their knowledge of Spanish-speaking regions and cultures by learning about history, literature, culture, and contemporary issues. The material in this course is presented at a moderate pace. The content is based on the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL) standards. Weekly conversational lab participation required.
Spanish III A HL 2027 - 1st Sem Spanish III B HL 2028 - 2nd Sem Repeatable for credit {#} 9th – 12th Year 10 credits Satisfies UC/CSU requirements NCAA approved In Spanish III, students build upon the skills and knowledge they acquired in Spanish I and II. The course presents new vocabulary and grammatical concepts in context while providing students with ample opportunities to review and expand upon the material they have learned previously. Students read and listen to authentic materials from newspapers, magazines, and television. The content is focused on contemporary and relevant topics such as urbanization and population growth in Latin American countries, global health concerns, jobs of the future, and scientific advancements. The materials engage students as they improve their command of Spanish. Students review the formation and use of regular and irregular verbs in the present and future tenses, as well as the use of reflexive particles and infinitives. They also expand their understanding of noun and adjective agreement, the comparative and superlative degree of adjectives, and the placement and use of direct and indirect objects and pronouns. Students expand their vocabulary through exposure to word roots and families, popular slang, the correct use of words that are often confused for one another, and review of concepts such as proper placement of accents and stress. Presentation of new materials is always followed by several interactive, online exercises, allowing students to master the material as they learn it. Teacher-scored activities provide students with opportunities to use their new Spanish skills both orally and in writing. Discussion activities allow students to interact with their peers in the target language. The content is based on the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL) standards. Weekly conversational lab participation required.
AP French Language HL 0001 - 1st Sem HL 0002 - 2nd Sem 9th – 12th Year 10 credits Not repeatable for credit Graded on a 5 point scale {#}
AP Spanish Language HL 0005 - 1st Sem HL 0006 - 2nd Sem Repeatable for credit Graded on a 5 point scale {#} 9th - 12th Year 10 Credits Satisfies UC/CSU requirements NCAA approved The program is a developmental study in all phases of second language acquisition. It contains within it repetition and recurrence of previous learning, blended with new materials. As the program progresses, an emphasis upon sounds are lessened in favor of increased attention to speaking, reading and writing the language. The course is designed to extend the learning of the first three years and prepare the student for the AP exam.
Physical Education Department: Bowling HP 2013 - 1st Sem HP 2014 - 2nd Sem Repeatable for credit 10th - 12th 1 semester 5 credits Parent and student must agree that participation in this class is required and that logs must be maintained. This course may not be used to make up failing grades from grades 9 and 10. Taught off campus at other HS with class provided at local bowling ally. MVS student has to get permission from Dr. P and other HS's Principal to attend first.
Physical Education 9 A - HP 2029 9 B - HP 2030 10A - HP2027 10B - HP 2028 10 credits for year Not Repeatable for credit
Elective Physical Education HP 2033 Repeatable for credit (Up to 4 Semesters) {#} 9th – 12th Required 4 semesters 20 credits 1th - 12th The student will plan a physical fitness program. He/She will measure gain or loss of weight. Student will measure progress in cardiovascular endurance. He/She will show their appreciation for the physical function of the body and its need for exercise. Weekly log sheet required describing student’s activities performed.
Yoga/Pilates HP 2052 - Sem 1 HP2053 - Sem 2 Repeatable for credit 7th – 12th 1 semester 5 credits Students will develop a sense of body awareness. Students will deepen their understanding of anatomy and kinesiology through vocabulary and performance. Students will demonstrate and discuss the importance of proper body mechanics for injury prevention. Students will demonstrate a series of stretching and resistance training exercises with a focus on breathing and body awareness that leads to core stability and lean muscles.
Health HN 2059 Not repeatable for credit {#} 9th – 12th Required 1 semester 5 credits This health science course is comprehensive and covers the fundamentals of health, basic concepts of disease and wellness, the latest information on chemical addiction, good nutrition for a healthy body and information on HIV and AIDS. Health science contains information on AIDS, chemical addiction, family life, and sex education. Students under 18 years of age must have a parent sign this contract for permission to take this course.
Computer Education Department: *Computer Applications HG 2013 Not repeatable for credit 9th – 12th 1 semester 5 credits Satisfies UC/CSU requirements-G This course will teach students how to use the essential features of Microsoft Word 2010. This course provides students with real-world hands-on practice activities and projects to help them become proficient users of Microsoft Word. Using Word It! Students will create real-life, teen-based documents to further develop and enrich their word processing skill.
Computer Applications with Google Docs HG 2145 Not repeatable for credit 9th - 12th 1 semester 5 credits This course uses school and workplace themes to introduce students to the basics of Google’s productivity apps. The powerful features and interface of each app are clearly explained in step-by-step, illustrated instructions.
*Ventura Office of Education (VCOE) CTE courses, formerly Regional Occupational Program (ROP) course offerings: 9th - 12th 1 semester/Year 5 credits/20 Max Open to all student in Simi Valley Unified School District. Please refer to this link for information about courses available and directions to sign up using go sign me up: https://cec.gosignmeup.com. See Ms. Bednar or your assigned teacher for further information. Courses fill up fast, so register as soon as you can.
Electives Department: American Classics HE 2001 Not repeatable for credit Does not count for English core requirement: Elective only 9th – 12th 1 semester 5 credits Students are introduced to classic American Literature as they read and complete the lessons found in two volumes of Retold American Classics. Students who read and complete the accompanying activities earn a share in the body of knowledge that defines the culturally literate. They are given the opportunity to understand allusions to great literature and will recognize references to familiar characters and plots. Most importantly, they will be guided to examine the best in themes and ideals recorded by human beings through the ages.
Annual/ Yearbook Design HF 2134 - 1st Sem HF 2135 - 2nd Sem Repeatable for credit 9th - 12th Year 10 credits UC/CSU requirements-VPA-pending approval Students participate in yearbook design, layout techniques and writing copy (articles, headlines, captions) in order to produce the school annual. Advanced students may also take part in the design and creation of graphics to be used in the yearbook. Outstanding attendance and the ability to follow through with projects are mandatory (to meet deadlines). Involvement in the annual will require some after or before-school gathering of information from teachers, coaches and students. Assignments may also include the possibility of taking photos.
Art of Life HE 2042 Not repeatable for credit 9th – 12th 1 semester 5 credits The Art of Life, a sequel to The Art of Work, is an anthology of literature about the personal qualities that are the foundation for success in life and work. This book infuses workplace themes and issues into the teaching of literature. More than fifty literature selections organized by themes representing attitudes and characteristics focus on honesty, initiative, respect, courage, trustworthiness, responsibility, compassion, perseverance, loyalty, contemplation, adaptability, and optimism.
Art of Work HE 2043 Not repeatable for credit 9th – 12th 1 semester 5 credits The Art of Work is an anthology of literature with workplace themes. The book contains a collection of poetry, short stories, essays, and drama focusing on workers and their lives. Through the study of literature with workplace themes, students can focus on their lives as workers and participants in a society where most of our days are spent working. The fictional and nonfictional characters in this anthology seek meaning in their lives which transcends the time clock and the paycheck.
* Child Development HN 2019 Not repeatable for credit 9th – 12th 1 semester 5 credits This course is designed to introduce child development, including pregnancy, birth, physical, social and emotional development of children. Students under 18 must have parent sign contract for permission to take this course. It contains information on family life.
Civil Liberties HN 2020 Not repeatable for credit 10th – 12th 1 semester 5 credits NCAA approved This course provides a practical understanding of the law and the legal system that will be of use to students in their everyday lives. It develops an understanding of the fundamental principles and values underlying the U.S. Constitution, laws and legal system, promotes awareness of current issues and controversies relating to law and the legal system, and encourages civic participation in our democracy. It also provides exposure to the many vocational opportunities that exist within the legal system.
*College & Career Seminar HG 2010 Not repeatable for credit 9th – 12th 1 semester 5 credits Meets practical arts or computer education requirement for graduation. Satisfies UC/CSU requirements-G subject area High school students have many questions about the college application process, what it takes to be a successful college student, and how to begin thinking about their careers. In College and Career Seminar, students obtain a deeper understanding of what it means to be ready for college. Students are informed about the importance of high school performance in college admissions and how to prepare for college testing. They know the types of schools and degrees they may choose to pursue after high school and gain wide exposure to the financial resources available that make college attainable. Career readiness is also a focus. Students connect the link between interests, college majors, and future careers by analyzing career clusters. Students come away from this course understanding how smart preparation and skill development in high school can lead into expansive career opportunities after they have completed their education and are ready for the working world. Students who complete College and Career Seminar have the basic skills and foundation of knowledge to progress into College and Career Preparation II, the capstone course that provides hands-on information about the transition from high school to college and career. The course is based on the American School Counselors Association National Standards for school counseling programs.
*Community Service Program HN 2021 - 1st Sem HN 2022 - 2nd Sem Repeatable for credit 9th – 12th 2 semesters 5 credits each Community Service Program provides students with the opportunity to explore community service and demonstrate civic responsibility that is a benefit to the community. Students experience a direct connection between the community service and what is learned at home and in school. Students are supervised and evaluated and are required to complete activity logs as evidence of service provided. Students receive no pay, but earn credit.
Creative Writing HE 2002 Not repeatable for credit 9th – 12th Year 10 credits 9th – 12th 1 semester 5 credits UC/CSU requirements-G pending approval NCAA approved Creative Writing is an English elective course that focuses on the exploration of short fiction and poetry, culminating in a written portfolio that includes one revised short story and three to five polished poems. Students draft, revise, and polish fiction and poetry through writing exercises, developing familiarity with literary terms and facility with the writing process as they study elements of creative writing. Elements of fiction writing explored in this course include attention to specific detail, observation, character development, setting, plot, and point of view. In the poetry units, students learn about the use of sensory details and imagery, figurative language, and sound devices including rhyme, rhythm and alliteration. They also explore poetic forms ranging from found poems and slam poetry to traditional sonnets and villanelles. In addition to applying literary craft elements in guided creative writing exercises, students engage in critical reading activities designed to emphasize the writing craft of a diverse group of authors. Students study short stories by authors such as Bharati Mukherjee and Edgar Allan Poe, learning how to create believable characters and develop setting and plot. Likewise, students read poetry by canonical greats such as W. B. Yeats and Emily Dickinson as well as contemporary writers such as Pablo Neruda, Sherman Alexie, and Alice Notley. Studying the writing technique of a range of authors provides students with models and inspiration as they develop their own voices and refine their understanding of the literary craft. By taking a Creative Writing course, students find new approaches to reading and writing that can affect them on a personal level, as the skills they gain in each lesson directly benefit their own creative goals. Students who are already actively engaged writers and readers learn additional tools and insight into the craft of writing to help them further hone their skills and encourage their creative as well as academic growth. All English elective content is based on the National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE) standards.
Driver Education HN 2024 Not repeatable for credit 9th – 12th 1 semester 5 credits This course is up-to-date, easy to read, and will provide students with all the information they need to become safe, responsible drivers. Students are introduced to the many tasks drivers perform while controlling a vehicle. Safe driving in various environments/conditions is also covered. Students also learn how their physical and emotional conditions can affect how well they drive. Course will provide pink slip to allow student to test for instructional permit at DMV.
Entrepreneurship HN 2026 - 1st Sem HN 2027 - 2nd Sem Not repeatable for credit 9th - 12th Year 10 Credits This is an exploratory course with the objective to increase competence in making wise economic choices and understanding the place of business and entrepreneurship in modern society. This course prepares students for careers in any business enterprise or as an independent contractor and provides students with an overview of economic environments, business operations, functioning in a global economy, small business management, technology in business and issues associated with financing businesses. During the course, students will work in teams to create a mock business and prepare a business plan based on the primary elements of business operations.
* Family Living HN 2032 Not repeatable for credit 9th – 12th 1 semester 5 credits Family Living is a comprehensive course focusing on personal development and family living. It is designed to help students meet the challenges of daily living in a technological society. Concepts are developed for: personal development, relationships, love and marriage, nurturing a family unit, understanding the changing family and potential challenges, balancing work and family, managing resources, and caring for the family. Family Living will encourage growth in the individual and help students cultivate skills for developing strong families. Students will also be given the chance to practice interacting with children.
*Food for Today HN 2037 - 1st Sem HN 2038 - 2nd Sem Not repeatable for credit 9th - 12th 1 semester 5 credits This course is a comprehensive foods and nutrition for high school students. It is correlated to the National Standards for Family and Consumer Sciences. Students learn to make healthy and nutritious food decisions reflecting the most current nutritional guidelines, how to plan meals safely, how to prepare food, how to appreciate food diversity, how science and technology impact foods and nutrition, and about career opportunities in the area of foods and nutrition.
* **Floriculture & Floral Design A HF 2147 - 1st Sem * **Floriculture & Floral Design B HF 2148 - 2nd Sem Not repeatable for credit 9th – 12th Year 10 credits Satisfies UC/CSU requirements-VPA This course provides the students with professional florist skills while building solid career experiences in floral design, display and marketing, and customer service skills. Students will learn the proper care and handling of flowers, and foliage; how to evaluate floral materials and arrangements; how to utilize floral tools, supplies and products; how to apply design principles to the floral medium; how to construct arrangements for all occasions; how to display, price and market floral designs; how to preserve floral materials.
(HAM) Amateur Radio HG 2144 9th -12th 1 semester 5 credits Repeatable for credit Amateur Radio is a semester-long course receiving Practical Art or Science Elective credit. It introduces students to the technology, science, mathematics and operational skills of amateur radio. The course challenges students to understand the benefits of studying STEM oriented subjects whether or not they are science or math oriented. Through this course’s practical real-world connections, students have an opportunity to see how science, mathematics, and engineering are part of their everyday world, and why it is important for every person to be technologically and scientifically literate.
*Home Furnishings HN 2060 Not repeatable for credit 9th – 12th 1 semester 5 credits Student will be able to make wise housing decisions now, as well as in the future based on information learned in this course. The class emphasizes practical skills as well as the history of housing. Student will also learn basic color and design principles as they apply to the home.
Intro to Literature HG 2033 Not repeatable for credit 9th – 12th 1 semester 5 credits Introductory course in World Literature. The course features a selection of short stories, drama, and poetry that are entertaining, enlightening and can be related to a student’s own experience. The units focus on topics that look at the question, “What’s first in your life?” Students are encouraged to think about growing up; who they are and what they hope to achieve, learning to get along with others, and gaining a better understanding of themselves and the world around them. The students will discover that what they take away from this course will be as unique as their own individual personalities.
Leadership Please see Ms. Stacy in room 16 for further information. HN 2066 - 1st Sem HN 2067 - 2nd Sem Repeatable for credit 9th - 12th Year 10 Credits This class deals with the development and application of skills required to operate a government. This group of elected officers and appointed commissioners act as the co-legislative body for the school. Students learn event/activity planning, communication, finances, scheduling and coordination as they participate in personal leadership skill development. This class involves heavy personal responsibility and a workload encompassing many additional hours outside class time.
*Office Practice HN 2076 - 1st Sem HN 2077 - 2nd Sem Repeatable for credit 9th - 12th 2 semesters 5 credits This course provides an opportunity for students to work in an office on campus and learn work related skills. Good attendance, periodic meetings and log sheets detailing learning experiences are required. This course may be used as a Practical Arts requirement.
Orientation HN 2078 Not repeatable for credit 9th – 12th 5 credits Complete required enrollment forms to attain books and class assignments; complete orientation meeting with teacher; complete placement tests as required. Student will evaluate why he/she is in the Independent Study Program. Student is to think about goals for this program and his/her life.
* Parenting A HN 2081 - 1st Sem * Parenting B HN 2082 - 2nd Sem Not repeatable for credit 10th – 12th 2 semesters 5 credits each These courses are designed to introduce the skills that are necessary in parenting; based on child growth and development. The units focus on parenting decisions, a new baby, and nurturing children. Students under 18 years of age must have a parent/guardian signature on their contract for permission to take these courses because they contain information on family life.
*Peer Tutor HN 2086 - 1st Sem HN 2087 - 2nd Sem Repeatable for credit 9th - 12th 1 semester 5 credits This course provides an opportunity for students to work individually or in small groups in a variety of subjects and with peers who have specific instructional needs. Students are assigned to work with a specific teacher. Good attendance, periodic meetings and log sheets detailing learning experiences are required. This course may be used as a Practical Arts requirement.
Science Fiction HE 2039 Not repeatable for credit 9th – 12th 1 semester 5 credits To introduce the student to Science Fiction Literature. To examine questions raised in science fiction literature about self-definition and the potentials of the future through original compositions.
Sports Literature HE 2041 Not repeatable for credit 10th – 12th 1 semester 5 credits This course is designed to allow a student to experience the thrill of competition through stories, poems and nonfiction in a literature-based format. Stories, poems, essays and autobiographies are arranged thematically. The book, Sports in Literature, is funny and moving, as well as vivid and engrossing. It celebrates the human side of athletic competition, not the statistics; the heroes and wannabes, the famous and the obscure, and their triumphs and defeats. The main objective of this course is to encourage the student to enjoy the “World of Sports” in a course that covers the standards in reading for literacy, reading comprehension, and writing. This will be accomplished through questions that encourage recall and analysis, writing assignments, and exercises that require a student to express their thoughts as they examine and discuss the selections.
Supervised Study HN 2126 9th – 12th Variable credits Must have teacher and/or counselor approval for coursework.
Teacher Aide HN 2136/HN 2137 Repeatable for credit 9th – 12th 1 semester 5 credits Student will demonstrate ability to alphabetize, file, and coordinate office correspondence. He/she will learn various copy machines (ditto, photo). The student will coordinate office procedures and interact with the Independent Study staff.
World Geography 1 A HN 2152 - 1st Sem Not repeatable for credit 9th – 12th 1 semester 5 credits An introductory course to World Geography. This course includes the physical and cultural geography of the U.S., Canada, Latin America, Europe, and the Russian Republics. This World Geography course includes 16 tests, 2 computer assignments, and 2 alternate assignments. World Geography 1 B HN 2153 - 2nd Sem Repeatable for credit 9th – 12th 1 semester 5 credits Second semester of introductory course to World Geography. This course includes the physical and cultural geography of North Africa, Southwest Asia, Africa - South of the Sahara, East Asia, Australia, Oceania, and Antarctica. This World Geography course includes 18 tests and 3 alternate assignments.
World Literature I Course numbers pending Not repeatable for credit 9th – 12th 1 semester 5 credits The student will be exposed to various types and styles of literature. He/ She will learn to understand and interpret these works through reading assignments and the completion of short essay questions. World Literature II Course numbers pending Not repeatable for credit 9th – 12th 1 semester 5 credits The student will be exposed to various styles of poetry, drama and a short novel. He/ She will learn to understand and interpret these works through reading assignments and the completion of short or long essay assignments.
World Mythology Not repeatable for credit 9th – 12th 1 semester 5 credits UC/CSU requirements pending-G To introduce the student to mythology as literature. Students will be able to recount various theories for the origins of myths. Students will differentiate between classical and the earlier primitive myths. Students will relate how the Morse and Greek philosophies of life differ. Students will be able to relate the effects of these philosophies on the mythological beliefs of people.
Writing Skills Refresher HE 2044 Not repeatable for credit This course is offered through Apex only under Writing Skills & Strategies {#} 10th – 12th 1 semester 5 credits Writing Skills and Strategies develops key language arts skills necessary for high school graduation and success on high stakes exams through a semester of interactive instruction and guided practice in composition fundamentals. The course is divided into ten mini-units of study. The first two are designed to build early success and confidence, orienting students to the writing process and to sentence and paragraph essentials through a series of low-stress, high-interest hook activities. In subsequent units, students review, practice, compose and submit one piece of writing. Four key learning strands are integrated throughout: composition practice, grammar skill building, diction and style awareness, and media and technology exploration. Guided studies emphasize the structure of essential forms of writing encountered in school, in life, and in the workplace. Practice in these forms is scaffold to accommodate learners at different skill levels. The content is based on the National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE) standards and aligned to state standards.
* Work Experience A HN 2150 - 1st Sem * Work Experience B HN 215 - 2nd Sem Work Permit required. Repeatable for credit (Can take up to 4 semesters) 11th – 12th 4 semesters 5 credits each 20 credits maximum The Simi Valley Unified School district recognizes that the purpose of the Work Experience Program is to provide students with the kind of employment experiences that will enable them to make better career decisions and/or develop vocational skills. These programs are considered to be a critical part of the total educational effort and are designed to enable the business/industrial community and the school to cooperate in providing quality education to the student. To earn credit, the student must attend weekly class session and work a specified number of hours. Prerequisites: Must be enrolled in 11th grade or higher, have a job that meets the requirements of Work Experience Education, have a 2.0 or higher GPA from the previous semester and meet all attendance requirements. Work Experience Requirements include:
Students must be enrolled in the 11th grade or higher.
No independent contracting or consulting.
Direct supervision on the job. You cannot work alone.
Workers Compensation coverage.
A legally paid job at minimum wage or higher.
Verification of work hours by check stubs.
Social security deducted from your wages.
A job at a non-residential business, open to public access, at a stationary location (no jobs within a home).
A work site within the Ventura County lines: Ventura North to Simi Valley East.
Monte Vista Course offerings: SY 2018 - Ledger: * A-G Approved # Meets Computer Ed Requirement ^ Classes meet off site/non MV Campus A=1st semester B=2nd semester
AP Courses AP English Language* AP English Literature* AP Psychology* AP Macroeconomics* AP Statistics* AP U.S. History* AP French Language* AP Spanish Language* AP Calculus AB *
Math Courses Business Math A/B * Probability & Statistics * (Also known as CP Statistics, full time students, we only teach one semester; but you can take with DE math after school class/program. See Ms. Bednar for more information). Pre Calculus A/B* AP Calculus AB * Personal Finance A/B (Financial Literacy) Math Foundations I & II
AP English Language* AP English Literature* English levels 9-12* American Classics Creative Writing Intro to Literature Science Fiction Sports Literature World Literature I/II World Mythology *penidng Writing Skills Refresher
World Language Courses French 1-3* Spanish 1-3* AP French Language* AP Spanish Language*
Social Studies Courses AP Macroeconomics* Economics* American Government* AP Government* AP U.S. History* Civil Liberties US History A/B* and Honors taught only a MVS World History A/B* World Geography A/B Psychology I/II* Sociology A/B*
Fine Art Courses and/or Electives Annual/ Yearbook Design* Art Appreciation Basic Design A/B* Digital Photography A/B* Drawing and Painting A/B* Home Furnishings Music Appreciation A/B* Floralculture A/B*
General Elective Courses Art of Life Art of Work College & Career Seminar* Community Service Program Computer Applications with Google Docs# Child Development Driver Education Entrepreneurship Family Living Food for Today Leadership Office Practice Parenting A/B Peer Tutor ROP Courses ^ # Supervised Study Teacher Aide Work Experience A/B
Thank you to Dr. P., Ms. E., and the teachers who helped put this course catalogue together to be posted on the website. It will continue to be updated as new courses are added during the couse of the year by the new counselor effective school year 2020-2021.