At Irondale High School, our commitment is to provide each student with academically rigorous courses and explore pathways that prepare them for post-secondary success. As you begin planning your course selections for the upcoming school year, we kindly ask that you thoroughly review this registration guide, with a particular focus on:
• Graduation Requirements
• Post-secondary plans, college admission requirements
• 4-year plan worksheet
• Course description
• Dual Credit opportunities
In this guide, students will have the exciting opportunity to choose from a diverse array of courses, ranging from Advanced Placement and Honors classes to career-focused options like those offered through ARCC (Anoka-Ramsey Community College). At Irondale, we are committed to offering courses that provide dual credit, which earns students credit at both high school and college. Our AP program, ARCC partnership, and articulated credit options provide cost savings to parents and families after graduation. Students interested in pursuing these courses should look carefully through the guide and partner with their assigned Dean of Students to ensure that expectations are clear and support is provided.
We embrace the boundless potential within each and every one of our students. We invite students and families to partner with us to ensure that each of our students are prepared to pursue all of their post-secondary aspirations. It is our belief that our community is the source of our collective strength, and I look forward to seeing the growth /and contributions of every individual within our community. Together, we can watch each member of our community flourish and make a positive impact.
Better Together,
Vichai Saefong
Irondale High School Principal vichai.saefong@MVPschools.org Office: 651-621-6803 IRON sharpens IRON
Amanda Heywood Support Services Last Names: A-L 651.621.6819
Amanda.Heywood@moundsviewschools.org
Refer to the high school website, http://bit.ly/idhsregistration for specific dates and times. At the start of the calendar year, the registration process for the next school year (2025-2026) begins for students.
Current 8th Grade Students
January
During the month of January, high school deans present registration information to middle school students. Students may meet individually with their Middle School dean to discuss registration options.
*Information nights are held for 8th grade students, parents and non-public school families to learn more about Mounds View Public Schools in December or January.
February
Online registration through StudentVUE takes place during the first two weeks in February. Students/families will complete the online registration at their middle school. Please contact your middle school dean with questions.
May
Students are notified if they need to make alternative choices for canceled classes. Class cancellations are made based on registration requests and can be reviewed at Four Year Planning Meetings in the summer.
Current 9th, 10th, and 11th Grade Students
Mid-January
Teachers start to discuss course options for the next year and answer student questions. Deans will visit classrooms to present registration information and to answer any specific questions.
Early February
Students register online for courses in their English Language Arts class. Registration is through StudentVUE. Students who do not have a English Language Arts class in the building should schedule a meeting with their Dean in early February to complete their registration.
Mid-February
The registration window closes. All course registrations are final at this time. If there are any questions about the registration process, contact the Dean.
April to May
Deans and students resolve any scheduling conflicts.
All Students
August
All families should look for back-to-school information. Parent/Guardians should complete the Online Verification through ParentVUE. This is an opportunity to update contact information and health data for the upcoming school year.
In late August, Irondale will host “Welcome Back Knight” for students and families to prepare for the new school year. Tentative schedules will be previewed at this time.
In the spirit of school to home partnership, and in keeping with the understanding that parents/guardians know their children best, Families are encouraged to consider things such as student interest, social/co-curricular commitments, and balance when registering for classes. Parents/guardians are welcome to ask questions, review resources and aid their children in the selection of courses. Deans and teachers can also support students and families in course selections and alternative class materials if needed.
Registration
Course registration generally takes place in February to prepare the master schedule and to assist administration in fully utilizing faculty for the upcoming year.
Registration Tips
• Registration is final - make selections carefully!
• Talk to current teachers/deans/parents/guardians for advice on choosing classes.
• Remember Four-Year Plans and Early College goals when making class selections.
• Students must register for 6 classes each semester and make 2 alternative choices which is required.
• Yearlong classes at Irondale have an “A” and “B” in the course numbers.
• Pay attention to course sequencing (for example, Modern Mythology 1 before Modern Mythology 2)
• Consider when to complete the required elective courses: Physical Education, Health and Fine Arts.
Dropping a Course Schedule Changes After the Registration Deadline
Classes and staff allocations are based on registration numbers, so it is very important that students register correctly and accurately. Class sizes can be lower if registration is correctly completed as well. Students are strongly encouraged to communicate with teachers and deans before registration to make sure all questions have been answered before making final course selections.AFTER the registration window closes, no changes will be allowed. The following are the only exceptions:
The student...
• has not met course sequence recommendation.
• needs a course to meet graduation requirements.
• had placement/scheduling errors and or conflicts.
• does not have 12 classes (6 credits) in their full year schedule.
Dropping a Course
During the first seven (7) weeks, juniors and seniors may drop a class and request to be a Peer Tutor or Office Assistant if they are on track for graduation. Drops made during the first three (3) weeks of a semester will not appear on transcripts. Drops made during weeks four through seven (4-7), will appear as “W” for “withdraw” grade on transcripts. Students receive a .5 credit with a grade of “P” or “NG” if they are a Peer Tutor or Office Assistant.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Terms used in this
Advanced Placement (AP): designated courses taught at the college level which prepare students for a qualifying exam offered (for a fee) through the College Board. Students who choose to take the exam and who demonstrate sufficient competence may be eligible for college credit.
Articulated College Credit (ACC): college credit associated with courses that have an articulation agreement with the school district makes it possible for students (grade 10-12) to earn college credit. ACC courses are offered in the areas of Business Education, Family & Consumer Science and College & Technical Education.
Concurrent Dual Enrollment: taking a course simultaneously for both high school and college credit. For example, taking an ARCC or CIS course at Irondale High School in which student may receive credit at both the high school and college levels.
Credit: Successful completion of one semester course meeting for one hour per day for one-half the year =0.5 (half credit).
1.0 credit is granted for successful completion of a course meeting for one hour per day for the entire year.
Elective: A course that may be taken to earn credit toward graduation; not a required class, core subject.
Hybrid: a combination of on-line learning and face-to-face interaction with a teacher and peers.
Course Sequence: a requirement or conditions that must be met before a student may enroll in a class.
This symbol indicated that the course is offered at Moundsview High School
This symbol indicates articulated or regular College Credit (ACC) associated with this class. Go to www.CTECreditMN.com to view a list of MN Technical and Community Colleges awarding Articulate College Credit for this course.
This symbol indicates that a course is also offered online
Hybrid Course Information
Hybrid courses are available at both Irondale and Mounds View High Schools and are noted in the course description. For a full list see page 62. In a hybrid course, 60% to 80% of the course is delivered online through web-based programs such as Moodle, Google Sites and other tools and 20% to 40% is through face-to-face instruction in a seminar. Seminars for hybrid classes will most often meet one to two times per week. Some seminars meet before school starts (zero hour), some after school (7th hour), and some are part of a student’s daily schedule. Students may take a hybrid course with a seminar held at either Mounds View High School or Irondale High School; however, students must provide their own transportation if the course meets outside the school day.
Online Course Information
Entire class is online with no face-to-face interaction with a teacher or peers.
*Students who take an online course and plan to stay at Irondale during that class hour are expected to report to the designated learning space every day.
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
IRONDALE GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS CREDIT CHECKLIST
Following are graduation minimum requirements Grade level indicated next to class is a recommendation, not the required grade level See the Registration Guide for further details
Required Credits:
English (4.0 credits)
English 9 (1.0 credit)
English 10 (1.0 credit)
Grade 11 (1.0 credit)
Grade 12 (1.0 credit)
Social Studies (3 5 credits)
Grade 9: Econ or AP Macro (0.5 credit) AND
Human Geo or AP Human Geo (0.5 credit)
Grade 10: U S History, African American History or
AP U S History (1.0 credit)
Completed
Each Box = (.5 semester credit)
Grade 11: World History(Pac/AtMed) or AP World History (1.0 credit)
Grade 12: Government or AP Gov ’t (0.5 credit)
Math (3 0 credits) (follow Math Sequence Pathway in course guide)
Intermediate Algebra (1.0 credit)
Geometry (1.0 credit)
Advanced Algebra (1.0 credit)
or
Requirement to Participate in the Graduation Ceremony
Any senior who is more than one credit short of meeting graduation requirements by the end of the regular school year will not be eligible to participate in graduation exercises that June. Students who are short credits at the end of grades 9, 10 and 11 are expected to make up the deficiency in summer or Credit Plus
Fine Arts Requirement
1.0 credit in the arts is required for graduation. These courses will count toward fulfillment of this requirement:
Art 1
Cartooning & Animation
Digital Photography 1
Digital Photography 2
Senior Art
AP Art & Design
ARCC Introduction to Art
Symphonic Winds
Pottery 1
Pottery 2
Sculpture
Yearbook Editor
Yearbook Publication
Varsity Band
Concert Band
Varsity Orchestra
Painting Concert Orchestra
Graphic Design
Symphony Orchestra
Knightingales
Varsity Choir
Honors Concert Choir
ARCC Music Appreciation
ARCC Singing Fundamentals
Drawing
916 Graphic Design
916 Cosmetology
OTHER OPTIONS & REQUIREMENTS
Alternative Options for Students to Meet Academic Requirements
Important
Students/parents and guardians who are interested in either of these options must consult with their dean and determine how the alternative option will be incorporated into a plan for meeting district graduation requirements. All alternative options must be approved prior to beginning any work or beginning a testing process.
Credit for Learning
Credit for Learning is an option that high school students have for earning credit by attaining course learner outcomes through a pre-approved, out-of-school learning experience.
Course Waivers and Course Test Out/Assess Out
Consistent with Minnesota Statute 120B.024, requests for course test out/assess out will be reviewed on an individual basis. Determinations regarding whether a course will be waived or credit will be granted is determined by the principal in consultation with the student, dean and a teacher from the specified content area.
Credit Plus
The Credit Plus program is designed to help students recover credits for failed classes that are required for graduation. Students will utilize Apex Learning online curriculum with the support of a licensed teacher. Credit Plus is offered both during the school day and after school. Students, deans and guardians will determine which scheduling option is best for each student. Although coursework is online, students must attend classes and meet with the teacher to earn credit needed for graduation.
NCAA Eligibility
Students hoping to participate in Division I or II athletics in college must plan carefully as they complete high school courses. A list of NCAA elgible courses are listed on page 9. Application for eligibility is made after the junior year of high school.
ACT and SAT scores are also factored into final eligibility decisions. For complete details, see the NCAA Guide for the College-Bound Student-Athlete brochure available at www.NCAA.org.
For purposes of meeting core curriculum requirements, a “core course” is defined by the NCAA as a recognized academic course designed to prepare a student for college level work as opposed to a vocational or personal service course. Courses taught at a level below the high school’s regular academic instruction level (ie. remedial, special education or compensatory) shall not be considered as “core courses” regardless of course content. Consult with a dean for a list of “core courses” that have been approved by the NCAA Initial Eligibility Center.
Minnesota State Community and Technical Colleges
Minnesota Two Year Community and Technical Colleges have an “Open Admissions Policy”. This means that if a student has a high school diploma or a GED, they can enroll. No standardized tests are required, nor are high school grades taken into consideration. It is recommended to take a well-rounded high school course load, similar to the High School Course Preparation Requirements listed below, if the plan is to transfer to a four-year college later. Otherwise, select courses which provide a range of experiences in preparation for a chosen career field.
Minnesota State Universities
State universities generally will accept a student if they answer “yes” to at least one of these questions: Did student graduate in the top half of your high school class? Did student score 21 or higher on the ACT standardized test? Some universities may have slightly different admission requirements. If students do not meet the minimum admission requirement, they may be considered under special circumstances. All applicants are expected to have completed the High School Course Preparation Requirements that include:
• 4 years English
• 3 years Mathematics, including Intermediate Algebra, Advanced Algebra and Geometry
• 3 years of Science, including Biology and Physical Science with labs
• 3 years of Social Studies, including Geography and US History
• 2 years of a single World Language
• 1 year of specified electives (world culture, computer science, arts, music)
English 9
Accelerated English 9
English Language Arts 10
Accelerated English 10
English 11
English 12
ARCC College Writing and Critical
Reading
ARCC Short Stories
AP Language and Composition
AP Literature and Composition
ARCC Short Stories
CIS University Writing
CIS Introduction to Literature
Reading and Writing about Film
Modern Mythology
Modern Mythology II
Creative Writing (MV)
Social Studies
Economics
AP Macroeconomics
Hybrid AP Microeconomics
Human Geography
AP Human Geography
US History
AP US History
African American History
World History A
World History B
AP World History
AP European History
US Government and Politics
AP Government and Politics
AP Comparative Gov & Politics
Holocaust / Genocide Studies
Psychology
AP Psychology - fy and semester
Hybrid AP Psychology
Sociology
World Language
American Sign Language 1
American Sign Language 2
American Sign Language 3
American Sign Language 4
ARCC College American Sign
Language & Culture
Chinese I
Chinese II
Chinese III
Chinese IV
French I
French II
French III
French IV
AP French
Spanish I
Spanish II
Spanish III
Spanish IV
Spanish V
ARCC College History of Immigration
AP Spanish
Spanish for Heritage Speakers 1
Spanish for Heritage Speakers 2
Earth Science
Accelerated Earth Science
Biology
AP Biology
ARCC College Biology
Chemistry
ARCC College Chemistry
AP Chemistry
Human Anatomy and Physiology
Physics
ARCC College Physics
AP Physics
AP Physics: Mechanics
AP Physics: Electricity and Magnetism
Genetics and Microbiology
Zoology
ARCC College Environmental Science
Astronomy
Math Science
Intermediate Algebra Geometry
Advanced Algebra
ARCC College Algebra
AP Precalculus
AP Calculus 1
AP Calculus 2
Hybrid Multivariable Calculus/ Linear Algebra
Computer Science Principles
AP Computer Science
AP Computer Science Principles
AP Statistics
CIS Basic & Applied Statistics
Career and College Center
What is the Career & College Center?
The Irondale High School Career & College Center is available for students that want assistance with planning their life after high school. We have a wide variety of Career & College resources for you.
Stop by and visit Mr Rock and or Mr Werner and they will provide you with more information.
Fritz Rock Career & College Coordinator
651.621.6970 fritz.rock@moundsviewschools.org
Michael Werner Post-Secondary Services
651.621.6834 michael.werner@moundsviewschools.org
EARLY COLLEGE ACCESS AT IRONDALE
Irondale is committed to fostering and supporting the post-secondary plans of each student after graduating with a high school diploma. Whether it is entering the workforce, enlisting to serve in the military, pursuing trade school and or enrolling in college, Irondale continues to create access and opportunities for students through ongoing partnerships and community resources.
Irondale is proud to be part of the Mounds View Public Schools which is the first school district in the state to offer comprehensive early college high school programs allowing students the opportunity to earn a two-year associate degree for free - all while still enrolled in high school.
• Although many high schools around the nation offer concurrent college enrollment programs -- including Irondale High School and Mounds View High School -- those programs traditionally serve most effectively the highest-achieving students in the top third of their class. And through those programs, earning an associate degree by high school graduation isn’t a given.
• Mounds View Public Schools’ new Early College program targets Irondale and Mounds View students who are in the middle of their class (30th to 70th percentile). These students at times have not received the preparation necessary to succeed in post-secondary programs, and they often may be the first in their family to attend college.
• At the same time, the Early College program adds the courses necessary for students in Advanced Placement and College in the Schools programs to earn an associate degree
EARLY COLLEGE ACCESS AT IRONDALE
Advanced Placement (AP)
This program of college level coursework includes rigorous requirements and more work than the typical college preparatory course and carries a weight factor of 1.25 on the weighted grading scale. In addition, upon completion of the curriculum, students are encouraged to take the national AP exam for the course(s) and may be able to earn college credit depending on their performance on the exam. Colleges then determine whether or not to grant college credit or placement in a more advanced course during freshman year. Courses are taught by trained AP teachers and classes are held at Irondale High School and Mounds View High School. Options include:
English Language & Composition
English Literature & Composition
Biology
Chemistry
Physics C: Mechanics
Physics C: Electricity & Magnetism
US Government & Politics
US History
Macroeconomics
Comparative Government & Politics
Human Geography
Microeconomics
Psychology
European History
World History
Calculus AB
Calculus BC
Statistics
French
Spanish
Computer Science Principles
Computer Science A
Art and Design
For more information on AP Courses, visit the College Board website: https://apstudent.collegeboard.org
Articulated College Credit (ACC)
College credit associated with courses that have an articulation agreement with our school district makes it possible for students (grade 9-12) to earn college credit. ACC courses are offered in the areas of Art, Business & Marketing Education, Family & Consumer Science and Career & Technical Education. For more information on ACC courses, visit the CTE website: http://ctecreditmn.com/. Course options include:
Art:
Digital Photography 1
Accounting
Advanced Accounting
Introduction to Marketing
Advanced Marketing
Sports, Entertainment, & Hospitality
College in the Schools (CIS)
Marketing
Personal Finance
ADvanced Personal Finance
Photoshop for Publishing
Web Page Design
Child Psychology & Development
Auto Technology I Auto Technology II
How to Make Almost Anything I
How to Make Almost Anything II
Introduction to Engineering Design I
Introduction to Engineering Design II
Small Engine & Power Sports Mechanics
Welding 101
Digital Electronics
This program is in conjunction with the University of Minnesota. Seniors who meet requirements may enroll and earn four semester credits at the U of M, while meeting Irondale High School English graduation requirements. Selected other colleges and universities will accept these credits as well.
CIS Introduction to Literature CIS University Writing
College-Level Examination Program (CLEP)
The College Board’s College-Level Examination Program (CLEP) has been the most widely trusted credit-by-examination program for over 40 years, accepted by 2,900 colleges and universities and administered in more than 1,700 test centers. This rigorous program allows students of a wide range of ages and backgrounds to demonstrate their mastery of college-level material in introductory subjects and earn college credit. Students can earn credit for what they already know by getting qualifying scores on any of the 34 examinations.
Students interested in CLEP should meet with their dean and visit this website: https://clep.collegeboard.org/exams
Post Secondary Enrollment Options (PSEO)
Post Secondary Enrollment Options (PSEO) is a program that allows students in grades 10-12 to earn both high school and college credit while still in high school, through enrollment in and successful completion of college-level, nonsectarian courses at eligible participating postsecondary institutions. Most PSEO courses are offered on the campus of the postsecondary institution; some courses are offered online. Each participating college or university sets its own requirements for enrollment into the PSEO courses. Students in grades 11 and 12 may take PSEO courses on a full or part-time basis; 10th graders may take one career/technical PSEO course. If they earn at least a grade C in that class, they may take additional PSEO courses.
There is no charge to PSEO students for tuition, books or fees for items that are required to participate in a course. Students must meet the PSEO residency and eligibility requirements and abide by participation limits specified in Minnesota Statutes, section 124D.09. Funds are available to help pay transportation expenses for qualifying students to participate in PSEO courses on college campuses. Schools must provide information to all students in grades 8-11 and their families by March 1, every year. Students must notify their school by May 30, if they want to participate in PSEO for the following school year. For current information about the PSEO program, visit the Minnesota Department of Education’s Postsecondary Enrollment Options (PSEO) website.
College
EARLY COLLEGE ACCESS AT IRONDALE
Northeast Metro 916
Northeast Metro 916 offers twenty career and technical education programs that give high school students a head start toward post-secondary success. Students enrolled will acquire the competitive advantage of professional skills and industry certifications while earning high school elective alongside college credit at a number of postsecondary institutions. See pages 16-19 for the list of programs and visit 916careertech.org for more information.
Anoka-Ramsey Community College (ARCC)
Through an agreement with Anoka-Ramsey Community College, students take Early College courses at Irondale during the regular school day from credentialed District teachers who have partnered with an Anoka-Ramsey Community College faculty Liaison.
There are occasional opportunities for students to visit the Anoka-Ramsey Community College campus to participate in Early College campus activities. To earn college credit in concurrent enrollment courses, students must earn at least a C average on the ARCC grading scale and demonstrate proficiency in all essential outcomes. Students must meet program and course eligibility to participate.
With the Early College program, post-secondary success is becoming more attainable for all students and the opportunity to earn an Associate Degree is now a reality for many more students than before. Anoka-Ramsey Community College course options include:
Introduction to Art Hybrid College Music Appreciation College Environmental Science College Short Stories Hybrid College Personal & Community Health College Physics College Interpersonal Communication College Biology College Ethnicity & Immigrant Experience College Algebra College Chemistry College American Sign Language 2 College Writing & Critical Reading
Course Placement - for common courses
The Family Educational Rights & Privacy Act (FERPA) is a federal law that protects the privacy of student education records. Once a student enrolls in a higher education institution, the rights belong to the student, regardless of age.Anoka-Ramsey Community College cannot share academic information without consent from the student.
AA Degree Planner
Associate of Arts Degree Planner IRONDALE HIGH SCHOOL
(Updated 07/2023)
● A total of 60 college-level credits are required for an Associate of Arts Degree (20 credits must be awarded by ARCC).
● Classes may meet requirements for more than one Goal Area, but credit will not be awarded for any course twice
● Classes that meet requirements for more than one Goal Area are marked with an *
Minnesota Transfer Curriculum Goal Areas
Goal 1 - Communica ons (2 courses required, 1 College Wri
/Cri cal Reading and 1 Communica on Studies) ARCC Requirement
1121: College Wrtg /Cri cal
Goal 2 - Cri cal Thinking (3 courses required - Can be completed in other Goal Areas)
Goal 3 - Natural Sciences (2
1 in Physical Science (Chemistry or Physics) and 1 in Bio Science with 1 Lab)
Goal 5 - History and the Social Sciences (2 courses, 1 from each of 2 categories: 5A) Econ/Geog , 5B) Psych/Sociology, or 5C) History/Poli cal Science) ECON 2205:
Goal 6 - Humani es and Fine Arts (2 courses, 1 from each of 2 categories: 6A) Literature, 6B) Humani es/Philosophy, 6C) Art, Music, Theater ARCC Requirement IDHS Equivalent Credits
1) Literature Choices
2) Art / Music / Theater Choices
____ Goal 7 - Human Diversity
____
Goal 10 - People and the Environment (1 course required)
Requirements to earn an Associate of Arts Degree from
1. A 2.0 MnTC GPA is required. ARCC MnTC Information is located here.
2. Completion of an AP course requires a score of 3, 4, or 5 on AP exams.
3. In addition to completing Goal Areas as described above, a minimum of 60 credits must be earned.
4. Residency Requirement: At least 20 credits must be earned at ARCC. Students transferring in at least 8 credits from another MN State institution or the University of MN may reduce the residency requirement from 20 to 12 credits.
5. Students should take only ONE of these classes: ARCC College Writing OR AP Lang/Comp OR UM CIS Comp. ARCC awards credit for only one of these classes.
The Northeast Metro 916 Career and Technical Center is located on Century College’s East Campus in White Bear Lake. 916 Career and Tech offers several programs that give high school students the competitive advantage of professional skills, industry certifications and college credit (in many programs). Students will get a head start toward post-secondary success while earning high school elective credit.
Additional Program information:
• Course descriptions are available on the Northeast Metro website at www.nemetro.k12.mn.us/career or see the next page in the Irondale course guide.
• Enrollment spots are limited.
• Students will attend for 105 minutes of their day at 916 Career and Tech. The remainder of the students’ day will be at their home high school.
• Transportation will be provided to and from 916 Career and Tech.
Eligibility:
Students in grades 11 and 12 may take courses at 916 Career and Tech. Students should be making adequate progress toward graduation in order to enroll. (not behind more than 1 credit) The courses selected should be consistent with the students post-secondary plan. Students must be committed to successfully attending the 916 courses on a regular basis
Application / Registration Process:
1. Interested students should check in with their Dean to complete and submit the 916 Online Application.
2. During Irondale registration, students should register for a full schedule of classes at Irondale High School until they are notified of acceptance into the program.
3. 916 staff will review each student application and communicate program acceptance to the students Irondale Dean.
4. Changes will be made to the students Irondale schedule upon acceptance to the 916 Program.
5. Students will be required to attend an orientation to 916 at the beginning of the school year.
Enrollment in a 916 Career and Technical Center program means students get to comply with all Northeast Metro 916 school policies in addition to their home school, city, and state expectations. Students who are presently attending 916 are first priority to attend, present juniors who will be seniors are second and sophomores who will be juniors are third. Attendance expectations will be reviewed with students during orientation. Students are expected to ride the school bus to and from 916. Students who have excessive tardies or absences, or who are not making satisfactory progress will lose their placement the following semester.
NORTHEAST METRO 916
Northeast Metro 916 Career & Tech Center 2025-26 Programs
(All programs eligible for high school elective credit. Certifications/credentials and college credit dependent on program -specific criteria.)
ENGINEERING, MANUFACTURING, AND TECHNOLOGY
AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY (1 or 2 year program)
• Maintain, repair, and fine-tune a wide range of vehicles alongside an ASE Master Technician in a full-service automotive center
• Utilize the same advanced diagnostic and repair equipment as industry professionals to troubleshoot complex systems
• Optimize vehicle operation and performance using applied critical thinking and problem-solving
R3 Certifications, College Credit Available, Paid Internships
CONSTRUCTION
OCCUPATIONS:
STUDENT BUILT HOME
(1 or 2 year program)
• Experience the satisfaction of building an upscale residential home from the ground up
• Operate power tools in carpentry, masonry, plumbing, HVAC, and electrical while working alongside professionals
• Apply critical thinking to manage construction teams and interpret blueprints
R2 College Credit Available, Certifications, Scholarships
CONSTRUCTION OCCUPATIONS: LICENSED TRADES
• Get hands-on, real-world experience in the licensed trades of plumbing, HVAC, electrical, and solar/renewable energy
• Fast track yourself by attaining the skills and knowledge that lead to success in post-secondary training or direct entry into the workforce
• Engage in hands-on activities used in residential, commercial, and industrial settings
DENTAL CAREERS
AUTOMOTIVE AND AUTO BODY CAREERS *New in 2024-25 (1 or 2 year program / grade 10 and up)
• Jumpstart your future as an auto service, tire, lube, small engines, and auto body (wraps, paintless dent repair, ceramic coating, etc) technician
• Experience a real-life automotive shop environment utilizing the same tools and equipment as professionals
• Explore MIG, TIG, and virtual welding for use with auto body and repair
R2 Professional Skills, Scholarships, Professional Networking
WELDING
*New in 2024-25
• Manipulate the power of fire and electricity to design and construct the metal products people use every day
• Explore welding techniques such as MIG, TIG, stick, oxyacetylene, oxyfuel, and plasma cutting using live and virtual methods
• Express yourself- join, cut, bend, and manipulate metal for industrial and creative applications
R2 Certifications, Immediate Employment, Professional Skills
DIESEL TRUCKS AND ENGINE TECHNOLOGY (1 or 2 year program)
• Diagnose, repair, overhaul, and assemble diesel-powered engines for trucks, trains, and power generation equip
• Utilize the same advanced equipment as industry professionals in this high-demand, high-paying field
• Network with local employers and training programs
R2 College Credit Available, Certifications, Scholarships
HEALTH SCIENCES
(grade 12 only)
• Develop a passion for educating adults and children on the importance of oral health, hygiene, and diet
• Perform a wide range of dental services including chairside assistance, instrument transfer, and oral impressions
• Explore careers in this high-demand healthcare field such as orthodontics, oral surgery, and endodontics
R3 College Credit Available, Certifications, Competitions
R2 Career Experiences, Certifications, College Credit Available MEDICAL CAREERS SERIES
EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN
• Experience the thrill of saving lives in real-world emergency situations where your actions make a difference
• Perform detailed medical and trauma patient assessments using advanced emergency equipment
• Engage in ambulance ride-a-longs, 911 call center job shadowing, and auto extrications
R3 College Credit Available, Scholarships, Competitions MEDICAL
(grade 11 and up) Rigor 2 (grade 11 and up) Rigor 3 (grade 12 only) Rigor 3
College Credit Available, Certifications, Competitions
*For more info visit: bit.ly/916medcareers
Northeast Metro 916 Career & Tech Center 2025-26 Programs
(All programs eligible for high school elective credit. Certifications/credentials and college credit dependent on program -specific criteria.)
COSMETOLOGY
COSMETOLOGY: GENERAL (1 or 2 year program)
• Express individual creativity by providing a wide range of artistic hair, nail, and skincare services using the latest technology, trends, and name-brand products
• Network with guest speakers and industry connections
• Work in a simulated full-service salon and spa while performing services according to industry standards
R2 MN Cosmetology Board Hours, College Credit Available, Scholarships
COSMETOLOGY: NAIL TECHNOLOGY AND ESTHIOLOGY (SKIN) (1 or 2 year program)
• Grow your ability to care for, repair, and beautify skin with salon-quality products
• Express your creativity and build your skills in nail design and extensions using gel, and acrylic systems
• Jumpstart you career with skills to perform eyelash extensions and tinting, facials, body scrubs, waxing and makeup
R3 MN Cosmetology Board Hours, College Credit Available, Scholarships
HUMAN SERVICES
CRIMINAL JUSTICE AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
• Make a difference by being entrusted to improve community relationships and protect citizens
• Engage in police ride-a-longs, auto extrications, and community involvement
• Explore how state and federal laws work to keep people safe and analyze the causes and effects of criminal behavior
R3 Field Experiences, College Credit Available, Scholarships
BUSINESS MANAGEMENT & ADMINISTRATION
ENTREPRENEURSHIP, TRAVEL, AND SOCIAL MEDIA MARKETING
• Be the boss, develop an entrepreneurial spirit, and build your own business
• Tell a story of branding and promotion through video and podcast mediums
• Design, prototype, and launch advertising sales and public relations campaigns for a wide range of products including travel
R2 College Credit Available, Career Experiences, Scholarships
How to Register
Students interested in attending courses at 916 Career and Tech must register through their counselor at their home school. For more information, visit www.916careertech.org
AGRICULTURE, FOOD, & NATURAL RESOURCES
ANIMAL SCIENCE (1 or 2 year program)
• Provide care for live animals through veterinary examination, health care, first aid, and habitat enrichment
• Discover the science of animal anatomy, physiology, and genetics through dissections, models, and other hands-on activities
• Jumpstart a career in veterinary, companion, large animal, or zoological sciences
R2 College Credit Available, FFA, Career Experiences
PLANT SCIENCE & NATURAL RESOURCES *New in 2024-25
• Get outside and jumpstart a career in MN conservation; gather information about water, soils, forestry, and wildlife
• Grow your own plants in our greenhouse and design, create, and install sustainable habitats and landscapes
• Make a difference in your community and the world by identifying and solving environmental problems
R2 College Credit Available, FFA, Scholarships
ARTS, COMMUNICATIONS, AND INFORMATION SYSTEMS
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY, ANIMATION, & GAME DESIGN (1 or 2 year program)
• Solve real-world technology problems by using high -tech computer repair troubleshooting techniques
• Experience the power of Python programming to unlock the worlds of cybersecurity, automation software and game development
• Unleash the power of art and technology to produce eyecatching graphics and animation with Unity, Blender and C# programming
R3 College Credit Available, Certifications, Scholarships
SPECIALIZED PROGRAMMING
TRANSITION CAREER ACADEMY (TCA)
TCA provides students with disabilities the knowledge and skills that lead to immediate employment and/or further programming. Areas of trade and industry (fall), business and marketing (winter) and health and human services (spring) are available. May be taken one or more trimesters/semesters.
R1 For more info: https://bit.ly/916CTCTCA
INTERNSHIP *must provide own transportation
• Get paid to use your career and technical knowledge and skills while building your work experiences and resume for future college and career success
• The workplace is your classroom where you will expand your potential, working independently and alongside industry professionals while also earning high school credit
R3 Work-based Learning, Professional Skills, Internships
Course
Descriptions
Art 1
Course Number: 3102
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Credit: .5
This course emphasizes design in both 2 and 3 dimensional areas of art, exploring lifetime thinking skills, and creative problem solving skilled in the areas of drawing, design, sculpture, painting, pottery, and printmaking. Self-evaluation, and the elements and principles of art will be integrated.
Drawing
Course Number: 3127
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Credit: .5
Note: It is recommended students take Art I before enrolling in this class
This course covers the fundamentals of drawing: proportion, shading, perspective, portraiture, still life, realism, abstraction and expressive techniques. Many styles, mediums, and techniques of drawing will be experienced.
Painting
Course Number: 3130
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Credit: .5
Note: It is recommended students take Art I before enrolling in this class
This course introduces a variety of painting styles (realism, abstraction, etc.), materials (watercolor, acrylic and oils) and problem solving strategies in addition to the concepts dealt with in Art I. Students explore balance, rhythm, variety, unity, proportion, movement and emphasis. A survey of painting throughout history will be integrated throughout the course and a field trip to an art museum will support student awareness of professional artists’ works.
Sculpture
Course Number: 3134
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Credit: .5
Students will study the use of form to create works of art through various media and techniques. Students will explore 3-D art forms through materials of clay, plaster, wire, and paper sculpture. Past and current techniques and trends in 3-D work will be explored.
Pottery I
Course Number: 3132
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Credit: .5
Students will explore the three main construction techniques in clay: slab, coil and wheel throwing. Students will be introduced to the qualities of clay and glazes for clay. Functional and nonfunctional artwork will be created with exploration in form, texture and surface design as well as purpose.
Pottery 2
Course Number: 3133
Grades: 10, 11, 12
Credit: .5
Sequential Course: Pottery 1
Students will continue to explore the making of functional and non-functional pottery through the use of slab and coil construction, as well as throwing on the pottery wheel. Assignments are more complicated and typically larger. Expectations for quality of pieces are higher (design, construction, clay texture, and glazing techniques). Students will also explore raku firing.
Graphic Design
Course Number: 3128
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Credit: .5
This course introduces skills, techniques, and applications relating to artistic design for use in publications such as magazines, billboards, books, or websites. There will be a focus on digital manipulation which will include but is not limited to working with the Adobe Suite. Hands on artistic skills include illustration, poster making and t-shirt design with a focus on real world design experience.
Cartooning and Animation
Course Number: 3112
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Credit: .5
This course will provide students with a hands-on opportunity to experience the fundamentals of cartooning and animation as literary and artistic works of art. Emphasis is based on original character sketches, composition and layout, inking, hand lettering and storytelling through this visual medium. During the cartooning segment of the course, students will create characters, comic books and comic strips. The animation segment will be an introduction to traditional two-dimensional animation. Students will study current animation and comics in order to develop their own drawing skills, as well as inspire an appreciation of this art form.
Digital Photography 1
Course Number: 3124
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Credit: .5
This class will focus on providing students with experiences in digital camera controls, functions and image manipulation through the use of Adobe Creative Cloud. An overview of the development of photography will include experience with darkroom and digital processes. It will provide basic preparation for pursuit of photography as an inventive and expressive art form, as a hobby or a career. Digital cameras are recommended, although not required.
Digital Photography 2
Course Number: 3125
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Credit: .5
Sequential Course: Digital Photography 1
Experiences with digital cameras and Adobe Creative Cloud will be combined with a study in alternative photography techniques in the darkroom and classroom including hand-coloring, toning photographs, and creating mixed-media works of art. The focus of this class will be on building a portfolio of photographs created through a study of digital and darkroom photography. Digital cameras are recommended, although not required.
Senior Art
Course Number: 3135
Grade: 12
Credit: .5
This course is geared toward students with little previous high school art experience. Students will design with both 2 and 3 dimensional art, exploring creative problem solving skills in the areas of drawing, design, sculpture, painting, pottery, and printmaking.
AP Art and Design
Course Number: 3116 & 3117
Grades: 11, 12
Credit: .1.0
Sequential Course: Art I, Drawing, Painting or Instructor Approval
Note: Students must register for both semesters
The AP Art and Design class enables highly motivated students to submit a portfolio of work for the College Board evaluation at the end of the school year. This course follows the AP course guidelines designed by the College Board. The guidelines for AP Art and Design has been designed to accommodate a variety of interests and approaches to art. The two sections of the portfolio are: Selected Works the development of a sense of excellence in art; Sustained Investigation-an in-depth commitment to a particular artistic concern. Students will create approximately 15 high quality pieces.
Hybrid ARCC Introduction to Art
Course Number: 8101H
Grades: 11, 12
Credit: .75
Note: This is an Anoka-Ramsey Community College Course. Students will earn three college credits for ART 1100 Art Appreciation upon successful completion. This course fulfills the Minnesota Transfer Curriculum Goal 6: Communications and Goal 8: Global Perspective. Students must enroll for both college and high school credit
Introduction to Art is the historical and topical study of art and its relationship to culture and society. This course incorporates the extensive use of visual materials to teach the essentials and aesthetics of art, civilization, and daily life.
Personal Finance
Course Number: 3827
Grade: 10, 11, 12
Credit: .5
Note: Students who successfully complete this course will have the opportunity to earn college credit.
This course provides students with hands-on experiences on how to obtain, manage, and build their own financial resources through computer simulations, industry professional visits and personal reflection projects. This class will promote personal and financial independence by gaining an understanding of their financial options. Students will examine benefits and consequences of properly managing or mismanaging their personal wealth. Students will learn how budgeting, saving, and investing impact financial freedom. They will learn strategies to wisely invest money in stocks, bonds, and mutual funds. Students learn how to select financing and insurance for cars, apartments and homes. Other topics of instruction include managing debt and credit, credit scores, credit reports, basics of taxes and tax return preparation. This is an excellent class to prepare students for a financially secure and independent life after high school.
Advanced Personal Finance & Investments
Course Number: 3828
Grade:10, 11, 12
Credit: .5
Sequential Course: Personal Finance
Note: Students who successfully complete this course will have the opportunity to earn college credit.
Students will evaluate savings and investment options and implement a diversified investing strategy that is compatible with personal goals by exploring short-term and long-term investments, security trading, investment banking, measuring a portfolio performance, international investing, and mutual funds. Students will examine factors that affect their financial goals that include incurring debt, cost of credit and legal aspects of credit in order to remain both credit worthy and financially secure. Students will explain the features and roles of insurance when making choices available to consumers for protection against risk and financial loss. Students may also apply their knowledge through the stock market game.
BUSINESS & MARKETING EDUCATION
Accounting 1
Course Numbers: 4801
Grades: 10, 11, 12
Credit: .5
Note: Students who successfully complete this course will have the opportunity to earn college credit.
Accounting is for students interested in pursuing business careers in administration, accounting, finance, sales, marketing, management, law, or for individuals with an entrepreneurial spirit. Activities and concepts covered are: accounting classifications, recording and journalizing transactions in journals, working with special journals, preparing financial statements, adjusting and closing entries. Students will complete working papers online and be introduced to computerized accounting software suchas Quickbooks and Excel.
Accounting 2
Course Number: 4802
Grades: 10, 11, 12
Credit: .5
Sequential Course: Accounting 1
Note: Students who successfully complete this course will have the opportunity to earn college credit.
Students build on their skills developed in Accounting. All work will be completed in an integrated computerized accounting system. Working with a merchandising business simulation, activities include: payroll, sales, receivables, payables, purchases, and financial statement analysis.
BUSINESS & MARKETING EDUCATION
Social Media Marketing Course Number:
3856
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Credit: .5
Note: Students who successfully complete this course will have the opportunity to earn college credit.
Come learn through hands-on experiences by launching a social media marketing campaign and career. Businesses and consumers use social media to make their purchase decisions. Companies are eager to hire people with both the strategies and skills to manage their social media. Branding includes the use of social media websites and social networks to market a company’s products and services. This provides companies a way to reach new customers, engage existing customers, and promote their desired mission. We will focus on content creation, targeting customers, advertising, and consumer advocacy. We will also apply personal branding principles to professionally establish ourselves through effective social media channels. Learn the rules of engagement and social media ethics for marketers on the social web. The class culminates with a ‘real-world’ social media campaign utilizing new media technologies and learning about issues affecting social media. Students will learn the basics of designing and developing effective multi-media sites.
Interactive Media Course Number:
3854
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Credit: .5
Photoshop for Publishing Course
Number: 3832
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Credit: .5
Note: Students who successfully complete this course will have the opportunity to earn college credit.
In the course, students will learn how to apply graphic design principles to create a portfolio that includes a variety of business and personal publications. Students will use the features in Photoshop to manipulate digital images to be included in their publishing. Students use their creative skills to create documents such as magazine covers and pages, newsletters, business cards, brochures, advertisements, flyers and certificates. Students also learn to create images for use in digital and social media advertising.In their capstone project, students will demonstrate their knowledge of typography, graphics, images, color and page layout principles.
Sports, Entertainment & Hospitality Marketing Course Number: 3810
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Credit: .5
Note: Students who successfully complete this course will have the opportunity to earn college credit.
Bring your imagination to life! Combine creative storytelling and cutting-edge technology to design interactive experiences for a variety of audiences. Students will collaborate and problem-solve to develop original video, audio, animation, and virtual reality productions. This hands-on, project-based course is an introduction to interactive design and the use of the elements of space, time, light, motion, color, and sound to express perspectives, feelings, and ideas. This course is an excellent introduction to career fields such as interactive media, animation, advertising, and video production. Course highlights include industry expert speakers and a field trip to two Twin Cities interactive media agencies.
Note: Students who successfully complete this course will have the opportunity to earn college credit.
This is an introductory course into the world of sports, entertaiment, & hospitality marketing. Students will learn the basic functions of marketing and how these functions are applied in the sports and entertainment industries. Students have the opportunity to learn marketing concepts from industry professionals. Course content includes: managing a fantasy league team, athlete/celebrity endorsement, licensing of merchandise, corporate sponsorship, non-traditional/extreme sports, promotion and public relations. Students will gain a perspective into music, movie, and hospitality marketing including reality television and current trends in the entertainment industry. A highlight of this course includes a field trip to local sports and entertainment facilities such as Target Center
Business Applications
Course Number: 3815
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Credit: .5
Students who successfully complete this course will have the opportunity to earn college credit.
Be fully prepared for college and the workforce by gaining experience with the software and technical skills valued by college professors and employers. In this 18-week course, students have the opportunity to become proficient in the Microsoft Office suites. Software programs explored include Word (documents), Excel (spreadsheets),
Introduction to Business
Course Number: 3735
Grades: 9,10, 11, 12
Credit: .5
Sequential Course: 3735
Note: Students who successfully complete this course will have the opportunity to earn college credit.
Are you thinking about a career in business but not sure where to begin? Intro to Business is a great place to start! This class will provide insight into the major activities of a business, including economics, operations, management, entrepreneurship, marketing and finance
Business Entrepreneurship
Course Number: 3814
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Credit: .5
Note: Students who successfully complete this course will have the opportunity to earn college credit.
The Business Entrepreneurship course is designed to introduce the student to the role of small business in contemporary society. Students are given the opportunity to study, discuss and apply the principles of business management with emphasis on the marketing mix, legal considerations, financial implications, social media and more. Students will develop a business plan and marketing campaign for a new business idea. This class focuses on business, entrepreneurship, and economic concepts. Students use innovative thinking to create, market, and pitch their own company from the ground up while learning from local business professionals. Students will manage Knight Grounds, Irondale’s coffee shop.
BUSINESS & MARKETING EDUCATION
Business Management
Course Number: 4816
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Credit: .5
Note: Students who successfully complete this course will have the opportunity to earn college credit.
This course is an exciting way for students to learn what it takes to be a great boss (and a satisfied employee). Students will explore various methods to help them be successful at their current and future places of employment through hands-on-projects, videos of managers in action, analysis of business ethics, discovery of management styles and techniques, working in teams, and identification of tools to motivate employees. Students will manage Knight Grounds, Irondale’s coffee shop, and engage in a management rotation that covers finiance, operations, marketing, and management.
BUSINESS & MARKETING EDUCATION
Introduction to Marketing Course Numbers: 3804 & 3805
Grades: 10, 11, 12
Credit: 1.0
Note: 1 credit for Marketing Class and 2 credits for internship (optional-see marketing internship). Students can earn college credit through 7 different community colleges with successful course completion and 4 year college credit by passing the CLEP Exam.
This course is designed as an introductory course to marketing and provides exciting classroom activities that connect instruction to college and careers. Students will explore marketing and management through operation of the school store, business and industry tours, and DECA Competition. Students will develop an understanding of the four P’s of marketing: Product, Price, Place, and Promotion and focus on leadership, college and career preparation, sales, promotions, and job interviews. Students will have opportunities to network with members of the business community through Rotary, job shadows, and internships. DECA is an optional International program where students can gain leadership at the local, district, state, and international levels. This year’s International Conference is held in Anaheim, CA. As in previous years, students have an opportunity to attend an educational conference and tour in New York, NY.
Advanced Marketing Course Number: 3806 & 3807
Grades: 11, 12
Credit: 1.0
Marketing 3
Course Number: 3887 & 3888
Grades: 12
Credit: 1.0
Sequential Course: Marketing 1 & 2
Note: 1 credit for Marketing Class and 2 credits for internship (optional-see marketing internship). Students can earn college credit through 7 different community colleges with successful course completion and 4 year college credit by passing the CLEP Exam.
Students will be exposed to all aspects of marketing and management. They will develop skills necessary to be a leader in the community and workplace. Course skill building includes: group decision making, problem-solving, teamwork, leadership and project management. Advanced marketing concepts will be examined during this one-year course include consumer behavior, marketing research, management strategies, and employability skills. DECA, the co-cur-ricular student organization will provide opportunies for leadership, professional networking, business competitions, and scholarships.
Marketing Internship
Course Number: 3808 & 3809
Grades: 10, 11, 12
Credit: 2.0
Note: 1 credit for Marketing Class and 2 credits for internship (optional-see marketing internship). Students can earn college credit through 7 different community colleges with successful course completion and 4 year college credit by passing the CLEP Exam.
This class will operate during the same class periods as Marketing (DECA) and is designed to offer an option for second year students who want additional leadership and officer positions as well as advanced community involvement opportunities. Examples of these include; DECA Officer Team, Rotary involvement, DECA Competition, School Store Management, as well as Camp Enterprise. Individualized curriculum is provided based on career and college areas of interest with job shadows and internship opportunities.
Sequential Course: Concurrent enrollment in Intro. to Marketing, Advanced Marketing or Marketing 3
Note: Students who successfully complete this course will have an opportunity to earn college credit.
Students enrolled in Marketing may earn up to two additional elective credits through a supervised work experience in an area related to the students career interest. Students have the option of attending school all day or work release periods 1, 4, 5, or 6.
Trades and
Manufacturing Career Exploration
Course Numbers: 4822
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Credit: .5
Note: .5 credit for classroom seminar
Do you want to learn more about hands-on careers? Trades and Manufacturing Exploration students will learn about a variety of high-demand, high-paying career paths. In addition, students will learn the essential work-readiness skills for success on the job. During this course, students will enjoy guest speakers, job site tours, and other career-related field trips. Students will complete an indepth career research project. Local summer internship opportunities will be shared with interested students. Students should have a strong interest in the trades and/or manufacturing. Students who register for this class should be strongly considering a career in these pathways.
In addition, students will have the opportunity to earn the following certification during class:
• OSHA 10 Certification: A 10-hour class is intended to provide workers with awareness of common job-related safety and health hazards
Careers Plus Seminar
Course Numbers: 3791 & 3792
Grades: 11, 12
Credit: .5 (see note)
Note: .5 credit for classroom seminar; 0.25-1.0 work-based learning credit for internship (dependant on hours worked)
“Are you currently working a part-time job or WANTING a part-time job? Would you like to receive school credit by working at an approved worksite? During the Careers Plus Seminar, students will learn about essential workplace skills and job safety. Work-Based Learning connects classroom work-readiness instruction and provides students with opportunities to apply them on the job. A part-time job is encouraged, but not required (See Careers Plus On-the-Job Training below). Another major component of CareersPlus is career exploration. Students will explore a variety of post-secondary options offered through apprenticeship, technical colleges, two-year colleges, and four-year colleges. Through a series of career assessments, students will identify their skills and interests and create a realistic career plan for life after graduation.
CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION
Careers Plus Work Based Learning
Course Numbers: 3842 & 3843
Grades: 11, 12
Credit: .5 (see note above under Careers Plus Seminar )
Note: Students enrolled in Careers Plus OJT must be enrolled in Careers Plus Seminar. Students must be employed or actively seeking a job and have their own transportation.
On-the-job Training allows students to earn elective credits for working during and/or outside of the school day. Students are required to have a job or be seeking employment. The work coordinator will help students with the application and interviewing process as needed. Students must remain employed throughout the semester to earn elective credit. All students are required to complete a Training Plan, Training Agreement, and document their work hours. Students also must turn in copies or pictures of their pay stubs, work a minimum of 10 hours a week and remain employed for the duration of the course. Students are responsible for providing their own transportation. The work coordinator will partner with the employer to evaluate the student’s work performance.
Digital Electronics
Course Number: 4881
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Credit: .5
Note: Enrollment is limited.
Note: Students who successfully complete this course will have the opportunity to earn college credit.
Learn the logic and architecture used in programmable electronic devices. Students will gain a fundamental knowledge of digital electronics and apply this knowledge to a variety of practical projects to develop problem solving skills. Students will gain a broad understanding of electrical systems used to code and decode electronic devices as well as build basic circuits for practical devices used in everyday life. Students interested in careers related to digital manufacturing, engineering, solar technology, and robotics would benefit from taking this class.
CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION
Introduction
to Engineering Design I
Course Number: 4862
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Credit: .5
Note: Students who successfully earn a “B” or higher, will have the opportunity to earn articulated college credit.
What do design engineers do? Now is the time to find out. This course introduces you to the profession of design engineering. Learn how to use Autodesk Inventor CAD (Computer Aided Design) software to design and make 3D models of a new product or improve an existing one. Working individually and in collaborative teams, students will use the engineering design process, applying math, science, and engineering principles to identify, develop, and document design solutions to a variety of real problems.
Introduction to Engineering Design II
Course Number: 4863
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Credit: .5
Sequential Course: Introduction to Engineering Design I
Note: Students who successfully earn a ”B” or higher, will have the opportunity to earn articulated college credit.
Based on skill levels developed in Introduction to Engineering Design I, students will work individually and on a team to analyze potential solutions and communicate design ideas in response to various design challenges. Students will learn how to use reverse engineering to assess the strengths and weaknesses of a product and the manufacturing process by which it was produced. Students will use Autodesk Inventor software to create advanced 3D computer models and compute physical properties that can be used in problem solving and the creation of design solutions. Students will use their new analytical skills to develop and document the solution to a design challenge.
ToyBuilders
Course Numbers: 4896
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Credit: .5
“ToyBuilders: Engineering for Fun,” is a high school pre-engineering course that combines the joy of play with the excitement of engineering! In this hands-on, creative, and dynamic class, students will embark on a journey to design, build, and customize their own toys using fundamental principles of mechanical engineering. From constructing intricate mechanisms to incorporating electronic components, students will learn how to bring their imaginative toy concepts to life. Get ready to unleash your inner inventor, explore the world of engineering, and have a ton of fun while doing it!
How to Make Almost Anything I
Course Numbers: 4891
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Credit: .5
This is a hands-on manufacturing class. Design, build, and finish a project/product of choice that you take home and use. Learn how to design and build using a variety of tools, machines, and materials commonly used to manufacture everyday products or inventions you create. Students will use the design process throughout the life- cycle of a required project and a project of their choice. Students will be exposed to a variety of manufacturing processes and technologies using a variety of materials. Machine tool operation, shop safety procedures, and basic construction skills are a major part of this class. Students will explore careers in the fields of engineering and manufacturing while learning the basics associated with entry level positions in these areas.
How to Make Almost Anything II
Course Number: 4892
Grades: 9, 10,11,12
Credit: .5
Sequential Course: How to make almost Anything I
Note: Students who successfully complete this course will have the opportunity to earn college credit.
This is a hands-on, student-driven course where students decide what to design and build over the course of the semester. Based on skill levels developed in How to make almost Anything I, students will work independently or with a project team to design and build a product of choice. Safety rules are reviewed and machine tool oper- ation is assessed. Students will use problem-solving skills throughout the design, construction, and finishing processes using a variety of manufacturing resources such as CAD software, 3-D printer, vinyl sign maker, machinery/tools, CNC router, and laser engraver. Students will learn how to conduct a cost-analysis of their project. Students who successfully complete this course will be well-prepared for the workplace environment as well as advanced training in the fields of engineering, manufacturing, and construction.
Introduction to Building Trades
Course Numbers: 4866
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Credit: .5
This course is designed to provide students with a background in construction. The units covered will center around: safety; drawing, planning, and estimating; building permits; carpentry & framing; roofing; electrical; plumbing; masonry; and occupational opportunities. Some of the activities might include: building storage sheds, model houses and wall sections. Students will learn to build stairs, and roof trusses; install, finish, and repair sheetrock; wire lights, outlets and switches; lay concrete blocks; and plumb in a bathroom sink.
Auto Technology I
Course Number: 4885
Grades: 10, 11, 12
Credit: .5
Note: Students who successfully complete this course may have the opportunity to earn college credit.
Learn “car talk” terminology, safety practices, and maintenance procedures. Get hands-on experience being an auto service technician. No experience or car needed. Learn the basics for the following areas: oil change/lubrication, tires/wheels, brakes, steering/transmission, electrical systems, suspension systems, and engine repair. Use manuals and hands-on problem solving techniques to troubleshoot basic automotive problems. Diagnose repair problems and use shop equipment to service the vehicle. Learn basic shop operations and safety when using hand tools or machines.
Auto Technology II
Course Number: 4886
Grades: 10, 11, 12
Credit: .5
Sequential Course: Auto Technology I
Note: Students who successfully complete this course may have the opportunity to earn college credit.
Based on skill levels developed in Auto Technology I, this course is for students who want to acquire advanced technical skills required for entry-level positions in the area of auto service and repair. Students will work independently to apply previous knowledge and problemsolving skills in order to solve task specific challenges such as engine misfires, electrical shorts, and sound identification. Students will learn to rebuild an engine and meet the shop deadline to complete this task. Automotive workplace safety procedures will be enforced and students will be required to perform selected NATEF (National Automotive Technician’s Education Foundation) tasks proficiently based on industry standards related to this course.
CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION
Small Engines & Power Sports Mechanics
Course Number: 4889
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Credit: .5
Note: Students who successfully complete this course may have the opportunity to earn college credit.
Start your engines! Learn all about electric motors and internal combustion engines. Learn how to repair and construct numerous gas engine designs. Examine the growing world of electric and fuel-powered devices used in power sports and the small equipment industry today. Develop the skills to measure the “power” of an engine and learn about the factors that impact various levels of engine power. Students will be encouraged to experiment with existing projects and/or design projects that meet the guidelines and standards for small engines and power sports equipment.
Welding 101
Course Numbers: 4875
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Credit: .5
Note: Enrollment is limited
Experience the real world of welding through classroom hands-on simulations as well as actual welding projects. This course will give students an introduction to the basic welding processes and power sources used for each of the following: Arc Welding; Metal Inert Gas Welding; Oxyacetylene Welding and Cutting. Students will learn about shop and equipment safety rules in addition to the procedures to set-up, take-down, and troubleshoot these procedures as well as the welding equipment. Students will build skills in the area of welding by operating the tools used in metal fabrication with proficiency to design and build their own structures or make repairs. Industry certified trainers will be available as guest speakers to ensure students are receiving “certified” training in welding safety and procedures. Welders are currently in high demand in the fields of construction, plumbing/pipefitting, manufacturing, the arts, and solar technology installation.
CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION
SPRING LAKE PARK OPPORTUNITIES IN EMERGENCY CARE (OEC)
Spring Lake Park High School’s OPPORTUNITIES IN EMERGENCY CARE program is an award-winning medical education program that offers extensive opportunities to students interested in serving others in the healthcare field. On site at Spring Lake Park High School, they have state-of-the-art EMS and Nursing Assistant facilities, including an ambulance for training and medical event coverage. Students can become fully prepared for pursuing careers in clinics, hospitals, nursing homes, in-home healthcare, ambulance services, fire departments, etc. through our courses. Students can earn articulated college credits and/or medical field certifications.
Emergency Medical Responder - EmergencyTechnician
(Spring Lake Park HS)
Grades: 11, 12
Credits: 2.0 (2-hour, year-long course)
Note: See your dean to register for this class. This is a year-long, 2-hour course. This course is offered at Spring Lake Park High School. Transportation will be provided during the school day.
Post-secondary Connection: 13 articulated college credits through Alexandria Technical Community College, Anoka Technical College, Century College, Hennepin Tech, Lake Superior Community College, and Normandale Community College available upon successful completion, B- or 80%
Potential Certifications:
• AHA Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider CPR
• Minnesota State Emergency Medical Responder
• National Registry/State of Minnesota EMT
This year-long course is an ideal course for students interested in any aspect of a career in the medical field. It begins with the necessary preparation for Emergency Medical Responder, followed by the requirements necessary to become an Emergency Medical Technician. Students will have the opportunity to apply their skills at school and community events, plus four days of emergency care workshops in Amery, WI, as an optional part of the course. The EMT course is designed to prepare students for all aspects of emergency patient care and other professional healthcare occupations. This course includes assessment-based education and medical interventions. Ambulance calls will be staged for students on a routine basis. Ride-alongs will be available with Fridley Fire Department for students making adequate progress. Outside lab and service learning hours are required as part of the course. Clinical patient contact opportunities include athletic events, ambulance standby, and clinical and surgical shadowing.
Enhanced
Emergency Medical Technician (Spring Lake Park HS)
Grades: 11, 12
Credits: 2.0 (2-hour, year-long course)
Prerequisite: Grade of B+ or higher in EMT 1&2
Note: See your dean to register for this class. This is a year-long, 2-hour course. This course is offered at Spring Lake Park High School. Students who successfully complete EMR and EMT in 11th grade will be eligible to apply and enroll in the Medical Internship in 12th grade. Students will be trained to work alongside paramedics in the Enhanced EMT course. Parts of this course are taught by paramedics.
Fees: EMT uniform required for clinicai experiences, own transportation (may carpool with classmates with parent permission), AHA instructor testing fees (if pursued).
Units include advanced emergency medical training:
• EMT skills & academic review
• EMR skills examiner
• American Heart Association CPR & First Aid Instructor course
• Ambulance Operations
• Advanced Airway intubation including Endotracheal tubes, iGels, and King Airways, CPAP and BiPAP
• Final mega-code demonstration including the use of cardiac monitor/defibrillator, starting an IV, and administering medications used in a mock cardiac arrest
Emphasis is placed on leadership as intern students are expected to work with and mentor EMR students by assisting at after school labs, evaluating student skills, running scenarios, and leading new students at medical events. This course is taught by OEC faculty and ancillary staff, including paramedics, registered nurses, and others.
POTENTIAL CERTIFICATIONS: AHA CPR & First Aid Instructor
CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION
SPRING LAKE PARK OTHER OPPORTUNITIES
Nursing Assistant - Emergency Medical Technician
(Spring Lake Park HS)
Grades: 11, 12
Credits: 2.0 (2-hour, year-long course)
Note: See your dean to register for this class. This is a year-long, 2-hour course. This course is offered at Spring Lake Park High School. Transportation will be provided during the school day.
Post-secondary Connection: 13 articulated college credits through Alexandria Technical Community College, Anoka Technical College, Century College, Hennepin Tech, Lake Superior Community College, and Normandale Community College available upon successful completion, B- or 80%
Potential Certifications:
• Nursing Assistant-Registered
• AHA Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider CPR
• National Registry/State of Minnesota EMT
This year-long course is an ideal course for students interested in any aspect of a career in the medical field. It begins with the necessary training for nursing assistant, followed by the requirements necessary to become an Emergency Medical Technician. Students are exposed to medical terminology, medical forms, and anatomy and physiology as it relates to aging and long term care. Students will learn how to assist and relate to and care for residents at a long term care facility and are required to complete 16 hours of clinicals. A Nursing Assistant certification is a requirement for most college nursing programs. Attendance requirements are set by the Minnesota Nursing Assistant Registry. Students with more than six absences in the course will not be eligible for clinicals and certification. As part of the EMT preparation, students will have the opportunity to apply their skills at school and community events, plus four days of emergency care workshops in Amery, WI, as an optional part of the course. The EMT course is designed to prepare students for all aspects of emergency patient care and other professional healthcare occupations. This course includes assessment-based education and medical interventions. Ambulance calls will be staged for students on a routine basis. Ride-alongs will be available with Fridley Fire Department for students making adequate progress. Outside lab and service learning hours are required as part of the course. Clinical patient contact opportunities include athletic events, ambulance standby, and clinical and surgical shadowing.
Fire Rescue Technician
(Spring Lake Park HS)
Grades: 12
Credits: 2.0 (2-hour, winter trimester course)
Note: Please see your dean to register for this class. This is a 2-hour course. This course is offered at Spring Lake Park High School. Some sessions will be off site. Transportation to Spring Lake High School provided.
Sequential Course: Emergency Medical Responder certification
**This course is the first in a sequence of two year-long courses offered by the University of Minnesota. While this course is open to any junior or senior, it is highly recommended to take this course as a junior so that you can take the second class as a senior.
The Rope Rescue Technician training program is based on the objectives as identified in the NFPA 1006, 2021 edition, Standard for Rescue Technician Professional Qualifications. This course is provided in three modules and covers all knowledge and skills requirements to prepare a candidate for certification as a rope rescue and confied space rescue technician.
. Fire Fighter 1
(Spring Lake Park HS)
Grades: 12
Credits: 2.0 (2-hour, spring trimester course)
Note: Please see your dean to register for this class. This is a 2-hour course. This course is offered at Spring Lake Park High School. Some sessions will be off site. Transportation to Spring Lake High School provided.
Sequential Course: Emergency Medical Responder certification
This unique course is taught in conjunction with the Fridley Fire Department. Unit includes training that meets or exceeds the requirements of NFPA 1001: Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications, 2019 Edition. This is the basic level of firefighting skills and knowledge that prepares a person to safely operate within an Incident Command structure, to don protective equipment including SCBA, use appropriate tools and equipment to extinguish various types of fires including structure fires and other types of fires that might occur within a community. Training and knowledge will also include the use of ladders, ropes, hose and nozzles, salvage covers, and a variety of hand and power tools. Major outcomes include understading Firefighter 1 skills and become a viable candidate for hiring as a certified State of Minnesota Firefighter.
ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS
English Language Arts
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English
9
Course Numbers: 3342 & 3343
Grade: 9
Credit: 1.0
This class is designed to engage students in grade-level reading and writing activities as students continue to build upon the strong foundational skills in fiction, non-fiction, and drama. Students will master their comprehension of literature and develop their analytical skills using a variety of texts. This course establishes a foundation for critical thinking, analysis, argumentation, research, and writing types that will be expected of students throughout their high school years. Texts include short stories, poetry, and novels.
Accelerated English 9
Course Numbers:3306 & 3307
Grade: 9
Credit: 1.0
This class is designed as an accelerated language arts course in which students will develop a deeper understanding of literary elements, academic writing, grammar, vocabulary, speaking and listening skills, and organizational skills. Texts for this course include short stories, poetry, novels and supplemental informative texts.
English
10
Course Numbers: 3366 & 3367
Grade: 10
Credit: 1.0
This class is designed to engage students in grade-level reading, writing, speaking/listening, and critical thinking skills. It builds on previous skills including: literary and rhetorical analysis, argumentation, research, and various methods of writing development. Texts for this course include student selected texts and teacher directed novels, poems, plays, and informational texts.
Accelerated English 10
Course Numbers: 3368 & 3369
Grade: 10
Credit: 1.0
This college preparatory course will continue to develop foundations in all areas of English including reading, writing, speaking/listening, and critical thinking skills. It builds on previous skills including: literary and rhetorical analysis, argumentation, research, and various methods of writing development. Texts for this course include student selected texts and teacher directed novels, poems, plays, and informational text with intentional depth and complexity.
English 11
Course Numbers: 3355 & 3356
Grade: 11
Credit: 1.0
In this foundational language arts course, students will continue to master analysis of fiction and nonfiction texts, academic writing, grammar, vocabulary, speaking and listening skills, and organizational skills. Students will also learn the skills and strategies needed for the ACT.
English 12
Course Numbers: 3359 & 3360
Grade: 12
Credit: .5
This course, built around student voice, choice, and a project-based-workshop model, will individually engage students in reading, writing, speaking/listening, and critical thinking skills. ELA 12 is designed to meet the needs of all students and prepare each of them for what comes next. Students can expect to see a teacher model reading, writing, and critical thinking skills and then work on a text or project of their choice to build on those skills. Students will be guided through the process of: project selection, discovering and reading good fit books, the acquisition of reading skills, and the advancement of writing skills. Writing from multiple modes for a variety of intentions and audiences will be part of this course.
ARCC College Writing and Critical Reading
Course Numbers: 8301
Grades: 11, 12
Credit: 1.0
Note: This is an Anoka Ramsey Community College course offered at Irondale. Students will earn 4 credits for ENGL 1121 College Writing and Critical Reading upon successful completion of the class. This course fulfills the Minnesota Transfer Curriculum Goal 1: Communications and Goal 2: Critical Thinking. Students must enroll for both college and high school credit. Students must meet concurrent enrollment eligibility standards to take this class.
Provides extended practice in critical reading, writing, and thinking. Course content includes the writing process, essential composition skills, and critical reasoning in various rhetorical situations. The course requires effectively reasoned and supported essays including an argumentative research paper.
ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS
ARCC Interpersonal Communication
Course Number: 8311
Grade: 11, 12
Credit: .75
Note: This is an Anoka Ramsey Community College course offered at Irondale. Students will earn 3 credits for CMST 2220 Interpersonal Communication upon successful completion of the class. This course fulfills the Minnesota Transfer Curriculum Goal 1: Communication and Goal 7: Human Diversity. Students must enroll for both college and high school credit. Students must meet concurrent enrollment eligibility standards to take this class.
A study of interpersonal communication each of us participates in every day. Designed to help students recognize and understand their communication habits, as well as those of others, in an effort to learn more effective communication skills for improving their interpersonal relationships. Primary areas of study include communication theory, language, perception, self-concept, self-disclosure, emotions, the impact of culture on communication, listening, communication climate, conflict, and nonverbal communication. An individual speech presentation is also required.
ARCC College Short Stories
Course Number: 8315
Grades: 11, 12
Credit: .75
Note: This is an Anoka Ramsey Community College course offered at Irondale. Students will earn 3 credits for ENGL 2204 Short Stories upon successful completion of the class. This course fulfills the Minnesota Transfer Curriculum Goal 6: The Humanities & Fine Arts and Goal 7: Human Diversity. Students must enroll for both college and high school credit. Students must meet concurrent enrollment eligibility standards to take this class. Enrollment in this course may be limited.
Students will read selected short stories to explore the scope and variety of this form of literature. Point of view, characterization, language, and other elements will be emphasized; students will analyze, interpret, and evaluate the stories. The course will also deal with issues of diversity and may be organized around a particular topic.
AP English Language & Composition (Full Year)
Course Numbers: 3311 & 3312
Grades: 10, 11, 12
Credit: 1.0
Students taking AP Language will learn to sustain discussions on topics in both language and rhetoric. This class will help students develop listening and discussion skills in order to reach beyond easy answers to more complex ideas. Students will learn to read closely and critically to recognize the characteristics of the various levels of discourse operating in a given language act, examining each piece for diction, syntax, sentence style and structure, paragraph coherence and unity, and figurative language. Students will also be required to respond critically and reflectively to a range of essays and articles and express their responses in analytical, argumentative, and expository writing. At the end of the course, students will have the option of taking the AP Exam for the opportunity to earn college credit.
AP Literature & Composition (Full Year)
Course Number: 3309 & 3310
Grades: 11, 12
Credit: 1.0
Students in this course will prepare to take the AP Literature and Composition test offered in the Spring. In preparation for the exam, students will write both timed essays and literary analysis papers on canonical works such as Othello, Oedipus Rex, and A Tale of Two Cities. Students will practice close critical reading skills, examine literary elements, employ literary lenses, and explicate poetry.
CIS University Writing
Course Number: 8331
Grade: 12
Credit: .1.0
Note: This is a University of Minnesota course offered at Irondale. Upon successful completion, students will earn four college credits. Students must enroll for both college and high school credit. Seniors must be in the top 20% of their class and have taken AP Language and Composition OR ARCC College Writing with a teacher recommendation.
Teaches effective communication with an audience by helping students discover their own writing process: conducting primary and secondary research, discovering ideas, drafting to explore those ideas, revising and editing those drafts. Participants will work with the instructor and one another to become more confident and competent writers of typical college-level writing assignments. They will have typical college-level lesson experiences and write a college or descriptive essay, an ethnography, trend paper, and an art review. University grading standards will be observed.
CIS Introduction to Literature
Course Number: 8321
Grade: 12
Credit: 1.0
Note: This is a University of Minnesota course offered at Irondale. Upon successful completion, students will earn four college credits. Students must enroll for both college and high school credit. Seniors must be in the top 20% of their class and have taken AP Literature and Composition OR Pre-AP Literature and Composition with a teacher recommendation.
Students will read a variety of texts and apply literary terms, constructs, and lenses in an effort to create meaning of the textual material as well as make new meaning of the world surrounding them. Discussion and writing about diverse modern novels, plays, and poems is central to this course. Some of the works used in this course contain mature themes. Because this class is offered for college credit, students will be expected to perform, participate, and produce work at college-level.
Reading & Writing about Film
Course Number: 4363
Grades: 10, 11, 12
Credit: .5
Reading & Writing about Film is a class for students who wish to examine the medium of film as a literary and artistic work. The class will focus on the elements of visual communication as used in motion pictures, the art of fiction, the languages of film, the technology of film, a brief history of film, and comparison of films. Film viewing and analysis will concentrate on history, genre, and techniques to reveal both obvious and underlying film messages. Students will study films to develop habits of analysis, criticism, understanding, and appreciation of film in a disciplined and creative manner.
Modern Mythology: Comic Books & Superheroes
Course Number: 3373
Grades: 10, 11, 12
Credit: .5
This course immerses students in superhero myth and pop culture using written texts, graphic novels, comics, and film selections. Students begin by Joseph Campbell’s work on the Hero Cycle and apply their learning to analyze pop culture’s modern mythological heroes: super heroes. Students will engage in discussions, write an essay or two, analyze comic books, compare multiple versions of a single myth. Also, students in this course will have the opportunity to plan and create a “passion project” connecting their interests to the vast realm of modern superhero mythology. Students will incorporate research, interview, writing, and presentation skills to create a project to share with the class.
ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS
Modern Myth II
Course Number: 3374
Grades: 10, 11, 12
Credit: .5
Sequential Course: Modern Myth 1
This course builds on the passion project (inquiry-based/ project-based learning) framework introduced in Modern Myth I and increases in complexity and independence for students. This course will focus on developing independent research skills and real-world/ real audience presentation skills. This project-based learning course will be entirely driven and planned by student interest/passion and curiosity
Yearbook Publication
Course Number: 3129
Grades: 10, 11, 12
Credit: .5
Note: Offered first semester.
The students in this course develop, plan, supervise and implement the production of Irondale’s yearbook utilizing an online program. Skills experienced include planning coverage, design, writing copy, shooting, and evaluating photographs. All aspects of layout, graphics, writing and editing are covered.
Yearbook Editor Training
Course Number: 3136
Grades: 10, 11, 12
Credit: .5
Note: Offered second semester only and is only available to students who were in Yearbook Publication. This course is designed to be a continuation of Yearbook Publication, as well as provide training for the following year’s editors.
This course includes completion of the publication of the yearbook, as well as proofreading pages prior to final printing. Production of the spring supplement and distribution plans are experienced. Students interested in editor positions apply for and plan for the following years’ production.
FAMILY & CONSUMER SCIENCE
Foods of the World
Course Number: 3849
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Credit: .5
This course will explore US regional and international foods. Students will be exposed to multicultural experiences through food as it celebrates everything that is different and distinctive in cultural traditions. This course is appropriate for students considering careers in the food service industry.
Introduction to the Culinary Arts
Course Number: 4851
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Credit: .5
This is a course for students interested in a career in the food service and hospitality industry. It provides students with the opportunity to study nutrition, food preparation principles and food service skills in a classroom and food lab setting. Students will work in a team-oriented environment preparing a variety of foods following restaurant standards.
Child Psychology & Development
Course Number: 3846
Grades: 10, 11, 12
Credit: .5
Note: Students who successfully complete this course may have the opportunity to earn college credit.
This course provides an overview of child development for students who are pursuing careers in early childhood and parent education, child psychology, social work, education or human services. Topics will include readiness for parenting, prenatal development, developmental and learning theories, childhood nutrition, play, and methods of parenting and guiding children and their behavior. Students will have the opportunity to participate in the RealCare® parenting simulation.
MATHEMATICS
Intermediate Algebra
Course Numbers: 3464 & 3465
Grades: 9
Credit: 1.0
This course builds on students’ middle school algebra skills and will expand their understanding of linear functions to include quadratic and exponential functions. Other topics include data exploration, systems of linear inequalities, polynomials, factoring and rational expressions.
Geometry
Course Numbers: 3455 & 3456
Grade: 9, 10, 11
Credit: 1.0
Sequential Course: Intermediate Algebra or concurrent with Intermediate Algebra.
Geometry in two and three dimensions is studied through investigation, conjecture, and proof. Students will explore geometry through use of dynamic geometry software. Topics include inductive reasoning, deductive reasoning, construction, symmetry, transformations, congruence, similarity, Pythagorean Theorem, area, volume, and right triangle trigonometry
Advanced Algebra
Course Numbers: 3405 & 3406
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Credit: 1.0
Sequential Course: Students should follow Math Course Pathway or concurrent enrollment in Geometry.
This course builds on students’ Intermediate Algebra skills. Topics include sequences, recursive formulas, linear models, linear systems, families of functions, transformations, exponents, polynomials, triangle trigonometry, probability, and statistics.
Pre-College Algebra
Course Numbers: 3472 & 3473
Grades: 12
Credit: 1.0
Sequential Course: Advanced Algebra
This course is for students who intend to go to college and would like a fourth year of math but who have not met the requirements for College Algebra. This course is designed to provide additional practice so that students can be prepared to take the Accuplacer exam. Topics include functions (linear, quadratic, power, exponential, logarithmic,rational), triangle trigonometry and unit circle trigonometry. This course is not intended for credit recovery.
ARCC College Algebra
Course Numbers: 8401 & 8402
Grades: 11, 12
Credit: .75
Sequential Course: Students are expected to meet requirements to register for ARCC courses.
Note: This is an Anoka Ramsey Community College course offered at Irondale High School. Students will earn 3 college credits for MATH 1200 College Algebra I, upon successful completion. This course fufills the Minnesota Transfer Curriculum Goal 4: Mathematical/ Logical Reasoning. Students can enroll for both college and high school credit.
Topics include functions and function inverses; exponential and logarithmic functions; polynomial and simple rational functions; introduction to linear programming; systems of equations and inequalities; sequences and series; probability; and modeling.
Hybrid Linear Algebra
Course Numbers: 3467H
Grades: 11, 12
Credit: .5
Sequential Course: AP Calculus BC
Note: This course will be offered as a hybrid, combining traditional in-class instruction with online assignments throughout the week. In-class days will be determined for each semester calendar, averaging 2-3 in-class days per week at Mounds View High School. A parent information meeting will be required upon registration. Student may need to provide their own transportation.
This course is designed for students to continue their mathematics education beyond Calculus 2. The first semester focuses on calculus of many variables and vector calculus. These multivariable calculus topics include partial derivatives, multiple integrals, vector fields, line integrals, line surface integrals, and applications in three dimensions. The second semester consists of a university- level Linear Algebra course. The Linear Algebra topics include vectors, matrices, systems of equations, subspaces, eigenvalues, eigenvectors, vector spaces, and applications.
AP Precalculus
Course Numbers: 3449 & 3450
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Credit: 1.0
Sequential Course: Advanced Algebra
This is a full year course with an emphasis on acquiring and applying mathematical tools in real-world modeling situations in preparation for college level calculus. Topics include polynomial, rational, exponential, logarithmic, trigonometric, and polar functions as well as functions involving parameters, vectors and matrices. Students who successfully complete this course will be prepared to take the Precalculus Advanced Placement exam, which may earn them college credit.
AP Calculus AB (AP Calculus 1)
Course Numbers: 3422 & 3423
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Credit: 1.0
Sequential Course: Precalculus
Topics include functions and graphing, limits, continuity, differentiation, integration, the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus, differential equations, and applications. Students who successfully complete this course will be prepared to take the Calculus AB Advanced Placement exam, which may earn them college credit.
AP Calculus BC (AP Calculus 2)
Course Numbers: 3424 & 3425
Grades: 11, 12
Credit: 1.0
Sequential Course: AP Calculus AB
This course is a continuation of Calculus 1. Topics include techniques of integrations, calculus in parametric and polar equations, differential equations, sequences and series, vectors, vector functions, and applications. Students who successfully complete this course will be prepared to take the Calculus BC Advanced Placement exam, which may earn them college credit.
Hybrid Multivariable Calculus
Course Numbers: 3466H
Grades: 11, 12
Credit: .5
Sequential Course: AP Calculus BC
Note: This course will be offered as a hybrid, combining traditional in-class instruction with online assignments throughout the week. Inclass days will be determined for each semester calendar, averaging 2-3 in-class days per week at Mounds View High School. A parent information meeting will be required upon registration. Student may need to provide their own transportation.
This course is designed for students to continue their mathematics education beyond Calculus 2. The first semester focuses on calculus of many variables and vector calculus. These multivariable calculus topics include partial derivatives, multiple integrals, vector fields, line integrals, line surface integrals, and applications in three-dimensions. The second semester consists of a university-level Linear Algebra course. The Linear Algebra topics include vectors, matrices, systems of equations, subspaces, eigenvalues, eigenvectors, vector spaces, and applications.
AP Statistics
Course Numbers: 3426 & 3427
Grades: 11, 12
Credit: 1.0
Sequential Course: Advanced Algebra
Topics include: measures of center and variability, distribution functions, correlation and causation, uncertainty and randomness, sampling procedures, experimental design, probability, inference, confidence intervals, and tests for significance. Students who successfully complete this course will be prepared to take the corresponding AP exam, which may earn them college credit.
CIS Basic & Applied Statistics
Course Number: 8421
Grades: 11, 12
Credit: .75
Sequential Course: First semester of Advanced Algebra (3405)
Note: This is a one-semester course.
This course is designed to engage students using a modeling and simulation approach to inference. Statistics is more than just an application of mathematics or a methodology used in some other discipline. Statistics is a principled way of thinking about the world. In particular, it is a principled approach to data collection, prediction, and scientific inference. Upon completion of this course, students will have an understanding of the foundational concepts of data, variation and inference, as well as an appreciation for the fundamental role that statistics play in a host of disciplines, such as business, economics, law and medicine. Upon successful completion of this course, students earn 3 credits at the University of Minnesota which fulfills the undergraduate Mathematical Thinking requirement.
MATHEMATICS
Computer Science Principles
Course Numbers: 3485 & 3486
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Credit: 1.0
Sequential Course: Geometry or an equivalent before enrolling in the course. Other interested students may join with instructor approval Note: Minnesota law requires students to take the equivalent of math through Advanced Algebra. This course allows students to earn an additional math credit beyond Advanced Algebra, or its equivalent.
This year-long course exposes students to computer science topics through project-based explorations. Students will learn how the internet works, impacts of big data, how to code using abstraction, and issues around data privacy and the global impact of computing. This is a perfect course for any student, with or without coding experience, who is interested in learning more about computer science
AP Computer Science Principles
Course Numbers: 3418 & 3419
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Credit: 1.0
Sequential Course: Successful completion of middle school algebra. Also completed geometry, pre-calc, or enrolled in pre-calc. This course will be an elective credit and does not supersede a student’s need to complete Intermediate Algebra, Geometry, and Advanced Algebra.
This year-long course exposes students to computer science topics through project-based explorations. Students will learn how the internet works, impacts of big data, how to code using abstraction, and issues around data privacy and the global impact of computing. This is a perfect course for any student, with or without coding experience, who is interested in learning more about computer science This course is roughly equivalent to a Computer Science for Non-Majors course at the university level and students who take the AP exam have the potential to earn college credit.
AP Computer Science A
Course Numbers: 3420 & 3421
Grades: 11, 12
Credit: 1.0
Sequential Course: Precalculus with a C or better or concurrently enrolled in Pre-Calculus
Note: Course credit will be applied as an elective credit.
This course is designed to introduce students to computer science and computer programming through the implementation of algorithms in the Java programming language. Emphasis is placed on problem solving, design strategies and analysis of potential solutions. Topics include object-oriented programming, language syntax, arithmetic and logical expressions, parameter passing, conditional statements, recursion, sorting and searching techniques and arrays. At the end of the course students will be prepared to take the AP Computer Science A exam. This course typically corresponds to an introductory programming course for computer science majors at the university level.
Band Orchestra
Band at Irondale is a comprehensive course of music study providing a rich background in more advanced performance skills, musicianship, music theory, and history. Repertoire includes selections from all musical periods, contemporary and alternative styles. Students are encouraged to further strengthen their musicianship by playing in extracurricular Irondale musical opportunities outside of the school day such as Jazz Band, Marching Band, Region Solo & Ensemble Contest, Winter Drumline, Winter Color Guard, Pep Band, Pit Orchestra, and Honors Symphony Orchestra Winds. Previous experience in instrumental music is recommended.
Varsity Band
Course Numbers: 3149 & 3150
Grade: 9
Credit: 1.0
All bands at Irondale stress the development of technical performance skills, sight reading skills, and attainment of overall musical knowledge through daily rehearsals and sectionals. Groups perform a wide variety of music from the classics to current pop selections. All groups perform at Fall, Winter, Spring, Pop Concerts and participate in exchange concerts and yearly field trips.
Concert Band
Course Numbers: 3141 & 3142
Grade: 10, 11
Credit: 1.0
All bands at Irondale stress the development of technical performance skills, sight reading skills, and attainment of overall musical knowledge through daily rehearsals and sectionals. Groups perform a wide variety of music from the classics to current pop selections. All groups perform at Fall, Winter, Spring, Pop Concerts and participate in exchange concerts and yearly field trips. Performs at the Region Music Contest and Commencement.
Symphonic Winds
Course Numbers: 3139 & 3140
Grades: 10, 11, 12
Credit: 1.0
Note: Most advanced band comprised primarily of seniors, juniors and sophomores based on auditions. Registered juniors must successfully complete an audition in the spring. Registered sophomores must get instructor approval to audition.
All bands at Irondale stress the development of technical performance skills, sight reading skills, and attainment of overall musical knowledge through daily rehearsals and sectionals. Groups perform a wide variety of music from the classics to current pop selections. All groups perform at Fall, Winter, Spring, Pop Concerts and participate in exchange concerts and yearly field trips.Performs at the Region Music Contest, Seniors to Seniors Concert, Suburban East Band Festival, Spring Tour, and Commencement.
Orchestra at Irondale is a comprehensive course of music study. A variety of string literature is studied throughout the year including standard orchestral literature, alternative styles, world music and original concert works. Objectives include but are not limited to, development of rhythm and pitch accuracy as an individual and as an ensemble, advanced string techniques, increased knowledge of music theory, music history and music terms and a greater appreciation for music. All orchestras play in at least three concerts and annual field trips. Players are encouraged to further strengthen their musicianship by playing in extracurricular Irondale musical opportunities including Chamber Orchestra, Pit Orchestra and Region Solo and Ensemble Contest. Previous experience in instrumental music is recommended or instructor approval.
Varsity Orchestra
Course Numbers: 3185 & 3186
Grade: 9
Credit: 1.0
Varsity Orchestra is the study of intermediate string techniques and musicianship skills in preparation for upper level orchestra ensembles. Students study advanced string skills including shifting, fingerboard positions, vibrato and bow technique in addition to building orchestral ensemble techniques. Through daily exercises and repertoire, students learn music history and music theory which they can apply to all aspects of music making. Performs music exclusively from the string orchestra repertoire. Varsity Orchestra students perform four concerts during the year and participate in the MNSOTA Honors Orchestra Festival.
Concert Orchestra
Course Numbers: 3175 & 3176
Grade: 10
Credit: 1.0
Concert Orchestra is open to 10th grade students and is the study of intermediate string techniques, music theory, music history, orchestral ensemble techniques and styles. This orchestra performs music exclusively from the string orchestra repertoire and prepares students for more advanced ensembles. Concert orchestra students perform five concerts a year including the annual Disney concert. The orchestra tours internationally every three years with Symphony Orchestra.
Symphony Orchestra
Course Numbers: 3181 & 3182
Grades: 11, 12
Credit: 1.0
Symphony Orchestra is an advanced orchestra ensemble that performs music from both the string and full orchestra repertoire. Students refine advanced right and left hand technique, ear training, music theory, music history and musicianship. Emphasis is placed on individual musical growth and how it connects to the larger ensemble. Symphony Orchestra students perform six concerts a year and tours internationally every three years
MUSIC
Choir
Choirs at Irondale emphasize group effort toward a common goal of excellence. Students sing a wide variety of choral music, develop individual voice skills, participate in a variety of performance experiences, learn to read music, and improve their knowledge of music fundamentals. Choirs perform in four evening concerts: the Fall, Holiday, Spring, and Pops concerts. They also perform in exchange concerts, Region Large Group Contests, field trips, and tours.
Varsity Choir
Course Numbers: 4169 & 4170
Grade: 9, 10, 11, 12
Credit: 1.0
Varsity Choir is open to all students who want to be part of a high quality choir experience in high school. The choir performs at all school concerts and the Region Large Group Contest each spring. Members receive small group lessons during the first semester and build musical skills and knowledge to help move them to higher level performing and musical experiences.
Knightingales
Course Numbers: 3154 & 3155
Grades: 10, 11, 12 (Audition)
Credit: 1.0
Note: Knightingales is for Soprano and Alto singers that are in grades 10 through 12
Knightingales is for upper class treble singers with previous musical experience and a desire for high quality performance. Members continue to build music theory and musicianship skills for upper level music making. Members perform at all school concerts, Region Contest, and do an exchange concert with an area treble choir.
Honors Concert Choir
Course Numbers: 3191 & 3192
Grade: 10, 11, 12 (audition)
Credit: 1.0
Note: Honors Concert Choir is for tenors and basses in grades 10 through 12, and sopranos and altos in grades 11 and 12
*Seniors in Concert Choir may be eligible to earn 3 ARCC credits in College Singing Fundamentals. This course is embedded in Concert Choir second semester. See further descriptions in this section.
Honors Concert Choir is an advanced, auditioned, mixed choir for students who possess strong musical and vocal skills. Members continue to build music theory and musicianship skills for upper level music making. Members are required to perform in many evening performances, at festivals, and have the opportunity to be a part of a national or international tour every other Spring.
ARCC College Music Appreciation (Hybrid)
Course Number: 8131H
Grades: 11, 12
Credit: .75
Note: This is an Anoka Ramsey Community College course taught at Irondale. Students will earn 3 credits for MUSC 1100 upon successful completion. This course helps fulfill Minnesota Transfer Curriculum Goal 6C, Humanities and Fine Arts. Students must enroll for both high school and college credit. Students must meet concurrent enrollment eligibility standards to take this class.
Survey of the history and diversity found within primarily western music and its relation to culture and society including a brief survey of the elements of music, incorporating the extensive use of audio recordings and attendance at a live performance.
ARCC College Singing Fundamentals
Course Number: 8135
Grades: 12
Credit: .75
Sequential Course: Concert Choir for Junior & Senior years
Note: This is an Anoka Ramsey Community College course taught at Irondale. Students will earn 3 credits for MUSC 1109 upon successful completion. This course helps fulfill Minnesota Transfer Curriculum Goal 6C, Humanities and Fine Arts. Students in this ARCC course are simutaneously in Concert Choir and ARCC MUSC 1109. This is not an additional semester course requiring space in your schedule.
Students will learn to develop the voice as an instrument and learn basic fundamentals of music, as well as a diversity of singing styles and music history. Opportunities to perform for peers and instructor will help develop students as performers.
United Sound
Course Number: 3778
Grades: 9,10,11,12
Credit: .50
United Sound is an inclusive, adaptive music class designed for all students. The course focuses on hands-on learning of basic musical concepts through individual and group music exploration. Students will engage in various forms of music creation while developing their skills. One of the main objectives of the course is to socially integrate students with and without disabilities through the fostering of relationships and collaboration in a music setting. The class meets for one period a day each semester, culminating in an informal in-school performance by the students.
Students must take one of the following: Fitness for Life or New Moves to meet the high school physical education graduation requirement.
Fit for Life
Course Number: 3520
Online: 3520OL
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Credit: .5
Note: This course is designed to meet the physical education graduation requirement.
This course emphasizes individual physical fitness, wellness, sport skills and sport concepts. The physical fitness component includes muscular strength and conditioning, cardiovascular endurance, flexibility and fitness planning. The wellness component examines fitness and nutrition concepts students will need to make healthy decisions. Sport skills and concepts include lifetime skills, rules of play, etiquette and sportsmanship. The goal of this class is to explore activities that young people would adopt as lifelong activities.
New Moves PE Course Number: 3531
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Credit: .5
Note: This course is designed to meet the physical education graduation requirement.
New Moves is an all-girls physical education class geared towards students who are seeking a unique physical education environment. Activities include lifetime fitness, lifetime skills, and nutrition and fitness concepts:
* Cardiovascular conditioning, strength training and flexibility
* Golf, tennis, volleyball, dance, and self-defense
* Basic nutrition concepts, FITT principle, components of fitness, planning and goal-setting
The goal of this class is to explore activities that young people would adopt as lifelong activities.
Strength
Training & Conditioning Course Number: 3538
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Credit: .5
Note: This is an elective course and does NOT meet the physical education graduation requirement..
Strength Training & Conditioning provides any student with an opportunity to learn basic strength and conditioning principles and develop the associated training skills and techniques. No prior training experience required, since the course is designed to meet the needs of the beginner as well as the experienced fitness enthusiast.
This course is highly recommended for any student participating in Irondale Athletics.
PHYSICAL EDUCATION & HEALTH
Team Sports
Course Number: 3536
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Credit: .5
Note: This is an elective course and does NOT meet the physical education graduation requirement.
This course offers a variety of competitive team games. Students who enjoy competing in a team atmosphere will enjoy this course. The course is geared for beginners to the expert. Activities may include:
Flag Football Basketball
Floor Hockey Badminton
Softball Soccer
Team Handball Volleyball
Lifetime Leisure Activity
Course Number: 3529
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Credit: .5
Note: This is an elective course and does NOT meet the physical education graduation requirement.
This is not your typical Physical Education class! The co-taught course focuses on opportunities to participate in a variety of activities you can do for a lifetime. The atmosphere of this course is relaxed and geared toward cooperation and fun. Changing into a Physical Education uniform is not required, just bring a pair of athletic shoes.
Activities may include: Field Trips may include:
Badminton Bowling
Softball/Kickball Disc Golf
Volleyball Ice Skating
Skiing/Sledding Golf Driving Range
Table Tennis Mini Golf
Ultimate Frisbee Archery
Pickleball
Outdoor Activities
PHYSICAL EDUCATION & HEALTH
Health
Course Number: 3504
Online: 3504OL
Grades: 10, 11, 12
Credit: .5
Required: Cannot be taken in 9th grade
Note: 1 semester - Grade 10 (recommended).
*This is a required course for graduation.
The Health course builds and reinforces individual awareness of many health-related issues. Topics of study include personal wellness, communication, mental health, prevention of alcohol, tobacco, and other drug use, sexuality, healthy relationships, and CPR.
ARCC College Personal & Community Health
Course Number: 8501OL
Grades: 11, 12
Credit: .75
Prerequisite: Students must get approval from their Dean in order to take this course.
Note: This is an Anoka Ramsey Community College course offered online. Students will earn 3 college cred- its for HPER 1110 Personal & Community Health upon successful completion. This course fulfills the Wellness Requirement for Anoka Ramsey Community College AA Degree. Students must enroll for both college and high school credit. Student may need to provide their own transportation.
This course meets the Mounds View School’s Health I Graduation Requirement & Anoka Ramsey’s Wellness Requirement for the Early College Associate of Arts Degree. This course is designed for students who are on track to complete the Anoka Ramsey Associate of Arts Degree.
Personal & Community Health is designed to look at health from a personal and community perspective. The course will include an overview of concepts and concerns involving the many dimensions of health and give students knowledge and skills necessary to make informed health decisions.
Developmental Adapted Physical Education (DAPE)
Course Numbers: 5501 & 5502
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Credit: 1.0
Note: Qualify for DAPE Services via Special Education Evaluation Process
Students in this course follow the Minnesota State standards in the area of Physical Education, while increasing their physical fitness through a variety of activities including team sports, individual sports and recreational activities
SCIENCE
Earth Science
Course Numbers: 3625 & 3626
Grade: 9
Credit: 1.0
Students will explore the wonders of the Earth through hands-on experiments and interactive activities in this year-long Earth Science course. Students will investigate phenomena within and between the fields of geology, hydrology, meteorology, and astronomy. The exploration of Earth’s dynamic systems and the impact of human activities on the natural world will enhance students’ awareness of their role as stewards of the planet. By the end of the course, students will have acquired a solid foundation in Earth Science.
Accelerated Earth Science
Course Numbers: 3627 & 3628
Grade: 9
Credit: 1.0
This class will cover the same topics as the Earth Science course. It is designed as an accelerated course where students will develop a deeper understanding of the 9th grade Earth Science concepts. They will also be introduced to additional scientific concepts and practices
Biology
Course Numbers: 3617 & 3618
Grades: 10, 11, 12
Credit: 1.0
This course studies the basic principles governing all living things. The topics include the study of cell structure and cell functions, cell chemistry and energy systems, heredity, microbiology, and the study of the human body. Biology also explores the relationship of humans to their environment with emphasis on diversity within plants and animals, and the principles of ecology and evolution.
AP Biology
Course Numbers: 3604 & 3605
Grade: 10, 11, 12
Credit: 1.0
Note: Students that successfully complete this course will be prepared to take the corresponding Advanced Placement exam, which may earn them college credit.
This is a full year, advanced biology class which covers a broad range of biology topics and provides students with a challenging, college-level experience. The expected outcome is a comprehensive understanding of biology’s “Big Ideas”: evolution, energy, information, and interactions
ARCC College Biology
Course Numbers: 8601 & 8602
Grades: 10, 11, 12
Credit: 1.0
Sequential Course: Students are expected to meet requirements to register for ARCC courses.
Note: This is an Anoka Ramsey Community College course offered at Irondale. Students will earn 4 college credits for BIOL 1100, Unifying Concepts in Biology, upon successful completion. This course fulfills the Minnesota Transfer Curriculum Goal 3: Natural Sciences. Students must enroll for both college and high school credit.
Introductory course designed to teach the process of science as it applies to biology today. Topics in biology that will be covered include heredity, evolution and ecosystems. Biology also explores the relationship of humans to their environment with emphasis on diversity within plants and animals, and the principles of ecology and evolution.
Chemistry
Course Numbers: 3632 & 3633
Grades: 11, 12
Credit: 1.0
This course is designed for students not pursuing science-related fields in college (note: College Chemistry is recommended for those interested in science-related careers). This introductory course places emphasis on the basics of chemistry. Topics include lab skills, matter, formula writing, balancing equations, atomic structure, chemical bonding, the periodic table, the mole concept, gases, solutions, and acids and bases.
ARCC College Chemistry
Course Numbers: 8621 & 8622
Grades: 11, 12
Credit: 1.0
Sequential Course: Students are expected to meet requirements to register for ARCC courses.
Note: This is an Anoka Ramsey Community College course offered at Irondale. Students will earn 4 college credits for CHEM 1020, Interpretive Chemistry, upon successful completion. This course meets a requirement for the Minnesota Transfer Curriculum Goal 3: Natural Sciences (Physical Sciences). Students must enroll for both college and high school credit.
Introductory course in chemistry emphasizing elementary principles and applications intended for non-science and allied health majors and preparation for the Principles of Chemistry sequence. Topics include matter, measurement, atomic theory, bonding theory, nomenclature, organic chemistry, stoichiometry and the mole concept, reactions, liquids and solids, solutions, and acid-base chemistry.
AP Chemistry
Course Numbers: 3606 & 3607
Grades: 11, 12
Credit: 1.0
Sequential Course: One year of Advanced Chemistry, College Chemistry-ARCC, or equivalent course
This is a full year advanced chemistry class which builds on previous chemistry experience. Through a lab-intensive experience, students will explore sophisticated chemistry topics. The expected outcome is a comprehensive understanding of chemical relationships. Students that successfully complete this course will be prepared to take the corresponding Advanced Placement exam, which may earn them college credit.
Human Anatomy & Physiology
Course Number: 3650
Grades: 11, 12
Credit: .5
This course is designed for students with an interest in the biological sciences who intend to pursue further-study in the health or medical fields. The course is a comprehensive study of both the anatomy and the physiology of the human body systems. Included in the study are skin, bones and muscles, nervous system, respiration, circulation, digestion. This is a dissection based course
Physics
Course Numbers: 3654 & 3655
Grades: 11, 12
Credit: 1.0
This year-long course provides a fundamental knowledge of the workings of the physical world. Topics of motion, force, momentum, energy, oscillations and waves, sound, and light will be examined during the year. This is a student-centered course in which student groups perform investigations that involve gathering and analyzing data. These experiences are the foundation for the conceptual model that is developed in each unit.
All Irondale physics students participate in and attend Irondale’s Physics Fair. Please contact a Physics teacher with any questions regarding the Physics Fair or to confirm specific dates for the Physics Fair.
ARCC College Physics
Course Numbers: 8641 & 8642
Grades: 11, 12
Credit: 1.25
Sequential Course: Students are expected to meet requirements to register for ARCC courses.
Note: This is an Anoka Ramsey Community College course offered at Irondale. Students will earn 5 college credits for Physics 1317, upon successful completion. This course meets a requirement for the Minnesota Transfer Curriculum Goal 3: Natural Sciences (Physical Sciences). Students must enroll for both college and high school credit.
This full-year course is equivalent to the first-semester of a college course in algebra-based physics. The course topics include Newtonian mechanics, Newton’s laws of motion, gravitation, energy, work, power, momentum, rotational motion, fluids, thermodynamics, oscillations and mechanical waves, and sound. All Irondale physics students participate in and attend Irondale’s Physics Fair. This is an evening event at Irondale that is usually the Tuesday before spring break. Please contact a Physics teacher with any questions regarding the Physics Fair or to confirm specific dates for the Physics Fair.
AP Physics C: Mechanics (Full Year)
Course Number: 3643 & 3644
Grades: 11, 12
Credit: 1.0
Sequential Course: AP Calculus I
This full-year course is equivalent to the first-semester of a college course in calculus-based physics taken by science and engineering students. The course topics include kinematics, dynamics, energy, momentum, rotation, gravitation and oscillation. Students will be prepared for the national AP Physics C Mechanics exam given in mid-May.
All Irondale physics students participate in and attend Irondale’s Physics Fair. This is an evening event at Irondale that is usually the Tuesday before spring break. Please contact a Physics teacher with any questions regarding the Physics Fair or to confirm specific dates for the Physics Fair.
AP Physics C: Mechanics
Course Number: 3640
Grades: 11, 12
Credit: .5
Sequential Course: One year of AP Physics, Physics, or equivalent course. One year of Calculus.
Note: This course will be offered as a hybrid, combining traditional in-class instruction with online assignments throughout the week. Students are required to attend class twice a week at Mounds View High School. Student may need to provide their own transportation.
This course is a calculus-based physics course that covers kinematics, dynamics, energy, momentum, rotation, gravitation and oscillation. This course is the first of a two-course sequence that is equivalent to the introductory physics sequence taken by science and engineering students at most colleges and universities. Prepares students for the national AP Physics C: Mechanics exam given in mid-May.
SCIENCE
AP Physics C:
Electricity
& Magnetism
Course Number: 3641
Grades: 11, 12
Credit: .5
Sequential Course: One year of AP Physics, Physics, or equivalent course. One year of Calculus.
Note: This course will be offered as a hybrid, combining traditional in-class instruction with online assignments throughout the week. Students are required to attend class twice a week at Mounds View High School. Student may need to provide their own transportation.
This course builds on the Hybrid AP Physics C: Mechanics course with the addition of forces exerted on charged particles, electric and magnetic fields, electric circuits and their components, and the nature of electromagnetic radiation. This course is equivalent to the second semester of the introductory physics sequence typically offered at colleges and universities. This course applies both differential and integral calculus. Prepares students for the national AP Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism exam given in mid-May.
Astronomy
Course Number: 3659
Grades: 10, 11, 12
Credit: .5
Sequential Course: Successful completion of geometry.
This course will be a rigorous introduction to the concepts and methods of astronomy, astrophysics, and cosmology. Emphasis will be placed on understanding how we know what we know about the universe, both on the small and large scales. Topics will include solar system dynamics, stellar evolution, and the composition, history, and evolution of the universe.
Genetics and Microbiology
Course Number: 3669
Grades: 11, 12
Credit: .5
Sequential Course: Successful completions of Biology, ARCC College Biology, or AP Biology.
In this lab-based-course you will have the opportunity to learn about 21st century genetic technologies and microbiology (the study of viruses and bacteria). In the microbiology laboratory you will get to make yogurt from bacteria, simulate disease spread, and genetically engineer glow-in-the-dark bacteria. The genetics laboratory will provide you the opportunity to isolate your own DNA and use it to analyze your own ancestry, use DNA to solve a crime scene, and analyze food from your kitchen to see if it has been genetically modified.
Zoology
Course Number: 3658
Grades: 11, 12
Credit: .5
Zoology is a semester-long course that will examine the diversity of the animal kingdom by studying the morphology of each animal phyla. Using dissections and other lab procedures, the students will learn about the similarities and differences of animal phyla, as well and how animals function and why animals are united with other forms of life. Topics will also include embryonic development of animals, invertebrate and vertebrate development and the social interactions of animals.
ARCC College Environmental Science
Course Number: 8661
Grades: 11, 12
Credit: .1.0
Sequential Course: Students are expected to meet requirements to register for ARCC courses.
Note: This is an Anoka Ramsey Community College course offered at Irondale. Students will earn 4 college credits for BIOL 1103 Environmental Science, upon successful completion. This course fulfills the Minnesota Transfer Curriculum Goal 10: People and the Environment. Students must enroll for both college and high school credit.
BIOL 1103: Environmental Science Lecture
Introduction to the basic characteristics and dynamics of the ecosystems. The effects of the increasing and changing human demands on our environment are explored. Includes an environmentally based lab-like experience. Investigations include field studies, experiments, and analyzing and reporting outcomes. This course can be used with BIOL 1103 lecture to satisfy a general education lab course requirement.
Forensic Science
Course Number: 3755
Grades: 11, 12
Credit: .5
This integrated course will include evidence collection, analysis of evidence (physical and trace), and principles of investigation. Evidence including toxicology, serology, DNA technology, ballistics, impressions, fingerprints, microscopy, mixture analysis, forensic odontology/anthropology, decay rates, and entomology will be applied in the solving of crimes.
SOCIAL STUDIES
Economics
Course Number: 3720
Grade: 9
Credit: .5
Ninth grade economics will cover a wide variety of topics including: personal economic choice and decision making, the link between supply and demand, our global economy, and personal finance. Students will leave the class having learned strategies to make smart economic decisions, how to be a smart consumer and will have a better understanding of how our economy works.
AP Macroeconomics
Course Number: 3706
Grade: 9, 10, 11, 12
Credit: .5
Students are introduced to the principles of economics and will learn how they apply to our present system. The course stresses national income and production, price determination, the problems of inflation and unemployment, interest rates, monetary and fiscal policy, and globalism. Students will develop critical thinking skills through understanding, application, and analysis of fundamental economic concepts.
It is strongly recommended that 9th grade students complete both middle school Algebra and Geometry before taking AP Macroeconomics in place of 9th Grade Economics. This is an upper level course. It is a fast-paced, math oriented, college level course and uses a college level textbook, Economics for AP, by Krugman. If you have questions, you may contact your dean about appropriate placement.
Note: Students will have the opportunity to take the AP exam for possible college credit in the spring.
Human Geography
Course Number: 3727
Grade: 9
Credit: .5
Ninth grade geography covers a wide variety of topics, including: population, culture, environment, land use, and cultural patterns. Students will leave the class with an understanding of how societies and people interact with the physical and political world.
AP Human Geography
Course Number: 3705
Grade: 9
Credit: .5
This class is similar to regular human geography, as it explores connections between the Earth, human beings, and topics like culture, immigration, politics, and the environment. However, this is a college preparatory class; students will be asked to complete more challenging reading and writing assignments, in addition to fun research and role-playing activities. Students will prepare for the AP Human Geography exam in May, which can be taken to earn college credit.
US History
Course Numbers: 3743 & 3744
Grade: 10
Credit: 1.0
This course will provide students with an overview of the history of the United States, examining time periods from colonialism through current day events. Students will focus on complex interactions between multiple groups throughout North America. This includes a historical overview of political, scientific, and social developments. This course meets the Minnesota state standards in US History.
AP US History
Course Numbers: 3710 & 3711
Grade: 10
Credit: 1.0
This course follows the Advanced Placement course guidelines designed by the College Board. This course is a survey of United States History from exploration to contemporary times. The approach of the course encourages use of higher level thinking skills. The student will have the option of taking the AP American History Examination to receive college credit at the end of the school year.
African American History
Course Number: 3715 & 3716
Grades: 10, 11, 12
Credit: 1.0
In this course students examine the history, politics, economics, society, and culture of African Americans in the United States beginning with the Ancient African societies through current-day events to gain an understanding of the changing historical narrative in US History. Students will focus primarily on the history of African Americans. This course meets the Minnesota state standards in US History.
World History
Course Number: 3752 & 3753
Online: 3752OL & 3753OL
Grades: 11, 12
Credit: 1.0
Irondale’s world hisotry program consists of 2 semester courses. Both courses ar required for graduation. These courses may be taken in any order during their junior year.
Course 3752- World History A
This course includes the study of the earliest humans to the First Global Age. Students will examine how environments shape and are shaped by human development and settlement, and how cities, societies, and empires develop throughout the world. Students will explore the networks of trade and cultural exchange that emerge between Africa, Asia, Europe, and the Americas. Students will also consider what evidence is included and excluded in the historical record, and how these sources are used to construct historical narratives.
Course 3753- World History B
This course includes the study of the First Global Age to the beginning of the 21st century. Students will explore developing connections between the two hemispheres, conflicting narratives surrounding the Industrial Revolution, imperial expansion, and political revolutions, and consider the long-term consequences of each period of study that impact life today. Students will also explore global conflict, decolonization movements, and change in the 20th and 21st centuries, and consider how historical examples help us understand current global issues.
AP World History
Course Numbers: 3712 & 3713
Grades: 11, 12
Credit: 1.0
The AP World History course focuses on developing students’ understanding of world history from approximately 1200 C.E. to the present. The course has students investigate the content of world history for significant events, individuals, developments, and processes in six historical periods, and develop and use the same thinking skills and methods (analyzing primary and secondary sources, making historical comparisons, chronological reasoning, and argumentation) employed by historians when they study the past.
The course also provides five themes (interaction between humans and the environment; development and interaction of cultures; state building, expansion, and conflict; creation, expansion, and interaction of economic systems; and development and transformation of social structures) that students explore throughout the course in order to make connections among historical developments in different times and places encompassing the five major geographical regions of the globe: Africa, the Americas, Asia, Europe, and Oceania
AP European History
Course Numbers: 3702 & 3703
Grades: 11, 12
Credit: 1.0
This course is intended to prepare students for the Advanced Placement examination in European History while providing them with a firm grounding in the development of Western civilization and the humanities. Students work regularly with a variety of primary sources as they trace the development of major ideas and institutions in Europe from the Renaissance to the present.
US Government & Politics
Course Number: 3742
Online: 3742OL
Grade: 12
Credit: .5
This course will examine what it means to be a citizen in the United States as well as the theories and origins behind our government. We will examine the various structures of government and ways in which we can influence the political system. Major topics include citizenship and political participation, the philosophical basis of our government, the three branches of government, civil rights, and civil liberties.
AP US Government & Politics
Course Number: 3704
Grade: 12
Credit: .5
AP U.S. Government and Politics provides a college level, nonpartisan introduction to key political concepts, ideas, institutions, policies, interactions, roles, and behaviors that characterize the constitutional system and political culture of the United States. Students study U.S. foundational documents, Supreme Court decisions, and other texts and visuals to gain an understanding of the relationships and interactions among political institutions, processes, and behavior. They also engage in disciplinary practices that require them to read and interpret data, make comparisons and applications, and develop evidence-based arguments. In addition, they complete a political science research or applied civics project.
AP Comparative Government and Politics
Course Number: 3757
Grades: 11, 12
Credit: .5
AP Comparative Government and Politics introduces students to the rich diversity of political life outside the United States. The course uses a comparative approach to examine the political structures, policies, and the political, economic, and social challenges among six selected countries: Great Britain, Mexico, Russia, Iran, China, and Nigeria. Additionally, students examine how different governments solve similar problems by comparing the effectiveness of approaches to many global issues.
SOCIAL STUDIES
ARCC College History of Immigration and Ethnicity
Course Number: 8701
Grades: 11, 12
Credit: 1.0
Note: Upon successful completion of this class students will earn college credit through Anoka-Ramsey Community College.
This course examines the experiences of immigrants and ethnic groups in the United States from the pre-colonial period to the present. The goal of the course is to gain empathy and understanding for the cultures and ethnicities in our country by exploring a variety of narratives, stories, and tales of all peoples in the US. Our journey in discovering what it means to be an American will include an investigation of the following topics: pre-colonial peoples, forced migration of Africans, unfree labor in the colonial period, the relocation of American Indians, and the experiences of immigrant groups which include but are not limited to Asians, Middle Easterners, Africans, Europeans, and Latin Americans, with a special focus on Minnesota’s largest ethnic and immigrant groups. We will discuss examples of discrimination against ethnic groups, and how government immigration policies have changed, often in response to anti-immigration social movements. This course also focuses on the concept of assimilation and the meaning of citizenship as our nation becomes increasingly diverse and multi-cultural.
Holocaust/Genocide Studies
Course Number: 3726
Grades: 11, 12
Credit: .5
Never again? Never to forget? These are promises the world made after the annihilation of over 6 million people during Hitler’s time in power. Yet, there have been numerous atrocities since in Cambodia, Yugoslavia, Rwanda, and currently in Darfur. This course will take an in depth look at twentieth, and twenty-first century genocide in an effort to develop awareness and promote advocacy to speak out against human rights violations. Students interested in gaining more information about these events are encouraged to register for the class.
Sociology
Course Number: 3731
Grades: 10, 11, 12
Credit: .5
This course provides an introduction to sociology where students will learn sociological theory and methods while examining the following topics: society and culture, social institutions, globalization, technology, social movements, popular culture and current social problems. Student activities will be centered on collaborative research, discussion, and content analysis of various resources. Student-led research projects, along with popular culture content analysis are just a few specific examples of activities during the semester. Students are also encouraged to take the Sociology CLEP exam for possible college credit.
Psychology
Course Number: 3729
Grades: 10, 11, 12
Credit: .5
Have you ever wanted to understand what influences human behavior? Psychology explores topics that are interesting and relevant to the lives of young adults; attitude formation, influence of the brain, memory, sleep/dreams, human development, personality, and psychological disorders. Class demonstrations, group experiments, and discussions will give students an opportunity to see psychology in action!
AP Psychology - Full Year
Course Number: 3708 & 3709
Grades: 10, 11, 12
Credit: 1.0
AP Psychology – Full Year students will study the core areas of psychology including social psychology, neuroscience, behavior, memory, learning, sleep/dreams, personality, and psychological disorders. This course follows the Advanced Placement guidelines designed by the College Board and will prepare the student for the AP Exam administered in May. This course is specifically designed for the student that is highly motivated to take a college level course that enables full year engagement with the course material instead of 1 semester.
AP Psychology - Semester
Course Number: 3707
Grades: 10, 11, 12
Credit: .5
The course is designed to introduce students to the systematic and scientific study of the behavior and mental processes of human beings and other animals. Students are exposed to the psychological facts,principles and phenomena associated with each of the major subfields within psychology, including neuroscience, learning, cognition,motivation, development, personality, intelligence, psychological disorders, treatment of disorders, and social psychology. Students also learn about the ethics and methods psychologists use in their science and practice. Students who successfully complete this course will beprepared to take the corresponding AP exam, which may earn them college credit.
SOCIAL STUDIES
Hybrid AP Psychology -Full Year
Course Number: 3708H & 3709H
Grades: 10, 11, 12
Credit: 1.0
Note: This course will be offered as a hybrid, combining traditional in-class instruction with online instruction and assignments each week. A parent information meeting will be required upon registration. This course will move at a more moderate pace, allowing more time to explore topics, experiments and readings in psychology. Students will have the opportunity to take the AP exam for possible college credit in the spring. Student may need to provide their own transportation.
The course is designed to introduce students to the systematic and scientific study of the behavior and mental processes of human beings and other animals. Students are exposed to the psychological facts, principles and phenomena associated with each of the major subfields within psychology, including neuroscience, learning, cognition, motivation, development, personality, intelli- gence, psychological disorders, treatment of disorders, and social psychology. Students also learn about the ethics and methods psychologists use in their science and practice.
Hybrid AP Microeconomics
Course Number: 3751H
Grades: 11, 12
Credit: .5
Note: This course will be offered as a hybrid, combining traditional in-class instruction with online instruction and assignments each week. A parent information meeting will be required upon registration. However, this course will move at a more moderate pace, allowing more time to explore topics, experiments and readings in psychology.Student may need to provide their own transportation.
Students are introduced to the principles of microeconomics. The course explores product markets and consumer behavior, with an emphasis on production cost analysis, marginal cost-marginal benefit analysis, basic market structures, game theory, factor market decision, the effects of taxes, and short vs. Long-run decision making. Students will develop critical thinking skills and the ability to apply abstract concepts to real-world situa- tions. Independent reading , quizzes, online discussions, article analyses and in - person tests are some of the required assignments to successfully complete this course. Students will have the opportunity to take the AP exam for possible college credit.
SPECIAL EDUCATION
Foundations of Life Skills
Course Numbers: 5901 & 5902
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Credit: 1.0
Note: By referral only
This course incorporates reading, writing, and math into the transition domain of independent living skills. This course allows for multiple “hands on” opportunities in a variety of settings. Students will have access to the community, our kitchen and the classroom. The course is designed with a spiral teaching method. Skills are taught in small steps; adding more depth and requiring more independence as the student gains success. The course is intended for students who benefit from supported, multi-modal, hands-on, repeated academic instruction across a variety of settings. This course is intended to be a prerequisite to Life Skills Reading and Life Skills Math
Life Skills Reading
Course Numbers: 5301 & 5302
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Credit: 1.0
Note: By referral only
This course will focus on two primary areas: meeting Minnesota State Standards for the Minnesota Test of Academic Skills (MTAS), and developing functional reading, speaking, and writing skills that will allow students to be independent adults. Students will develop their understanding of short fiction and nonfiction passages. Passages and tasks may be accompanied by pictures, symbols, and/or objects. They will also learn speaking skills that enable them to express their own opinions about the things they read and to build on the opinions of other students during class discussion. In addition, students will learn vocabulary strategies that will improve their reading and writing abilities.
Life Skills Math
Course Numbers: 5401 & 5402
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Credit: 1.0
Note: By referral only
This course will focus on two primary areas: meeting Minnesota State standards for the Minnesota Test of Academic Skills (MTAS), and developing functional math skills that will allow students to be independent adults. Students will develop a basic understanding of concepts including linear functions, graphical methods, plane and solid geometric figures, and solving real world problems using algebraic and geometric methods. Students will also develop functional math skills including making change, telling time, and budgeting.
Life Skills Science
Course Numbers: 5601 & 5602
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Credit: 1.0
Note: By referral only
This course will focus on an introduction to many of the Minnesota State Standards for science. The curriculum has been divided into six focus areas including animals, plants, hygiene, nutrition, weather, and the human body.
Life Skills Transitions
Course Numbers: 5905 & 5906
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Credit: 1.0
Note: By referral only
This course focuses on the transition domains of post secondary education, employment and independent living skills. While this course will address the first two domains, the primary focus will be on the attainment of independent living skills. The course will address self advocacy, consumer math, meal planning, nutrition, personal safety, social skills, and communication. Students will also learn about internet safety while utilizing technology in meaningful ways. The course allows for multiple “hands on” opportunities in a variety of settings. Students will have the opportunity to utilize skills in the community, our kitchen and the classroom.
Life Skills Social Skills
Course Numbers: 4045 & 4046
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Credit: 1.0
Note: By referral only
This class is designed for students who have identified areas of need in social skills, based off of identified disability areas of Autism Spectrum and/or Development/Cognitive Disability. Students are provided direct instruction of social skills in a small group setting.
Developmental Adapted Physical Education (DAPE)
Course Numbers: 5501 & 5502
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Credit: 1.0
Note: Qualify for DAPE Services via Special Education Evaluation Process
Students in this course follow the Minnesota State standards in the area of Physical Education, while increasing their physical fitness through a variety of activities including team sports, individual sports and recreational activities
Reading Skills
Course Numbers: 4308 & 4309
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Credit: 1.0
Note: By referral only
In this English Language Arts course, student will increase their reading comprehension skills using a variety of before, during, and after reading strategies. By the end of the course, students will be able to use strategies to independently: identify the central idea, summarize text, determine word meaning/choice, and make an inference in informational and literary texts.
Literature Skills 3A
Course Numbers: 5315
Grades: 11, 12
Credit: .5
Note: By referral only
Designed to help students understand and apply basic skills in reading a variety of literature. This course incorporates state standards in English Language Arts. Students will be able to determine a theme or central idea of a text, identify supporting details, cite textual evidence, make inferences and predictions, analyze an author’s purpose and point of view, and describe a character’s internal (moral) conflicts. Students will learn to write narratives to develop real or imagined experiences and events, use narrative techniques to engage the reader (i.e. hooks, descriptive language, reflections), and make smooth transitions to convey proper sequencing. Students will also develop grammar skills through structured sentence writing and vocabulary expansion.
Literature Skills 3B
Course Numbers: 5316
Grades: 11, 12
Credit: .5
Note: By referral only
Designed to help students understand and apply basic skills in reading a variety of literature. This course incorporates state standards in English Language Arts. Students will be able to determine a theme or central idea of a text, identify supporting details, cite textual evidence, make inferences and predictions, analyze an author’s purpose and point of view, and describe a character’s internal (moral) conflicts. Students will learn to write narratives to develop real or imagined experiences and events, use narrative techniques to engage the reader (i.e. hooks, descriptive language, reflections), and make smooth transitions to convey proper sequencing. Students will also develop grammar skills through structured sentence writing and vocabulary expansion.
Transition Math
Course Numbers: 5405 & 5406
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Credit: 1.0
Note: By referral only
Students develop mathematical problem solving skills using whole numbers, fractions, percents, rates, ratios, proportions, and exponents. Students will understand the meanings of mathematical operations and how they relate to one another. Students will use and apply real world meanings to mathematical situations, including word problems. Students will also understand the basic principles of algebraic equations including one and two step equations, functions, and the coordinate graph system.
Social Studies Skills 1
Course Numbers: 5701 & 5702
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Credit: 1.0
Note: By referral only
Social studies skills introduces students to a wide variety of topics including the five themes of geography and fun- damental concepts of micro/macro economics. The coursework is modified to meet the needs of the students.
Science Skills
Course Numbers: 5603 & 5604
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Credit: 1.0
Note: By referral only
This course will focus on meeting Minnesota State Standards in the core area of science. Students will understand basic scientific principles and how these principles relate to the world. Students will demonstrate proficiency in multiple science standards including the scientific method, plant and animal structures, positive and negative impacts to an ecosystems, and physical traits.
Study Skills
Course Numbers: 5915 & 5916
Grades: 9, 10, 10, 11
Credit: 1.0
Note: By referral only (1 or 2 Semesters)
Designed for students who need specialized tutoring to become independent learners. Students earn .5 credit per class per semester
Acquire Skills & Knowledge (ASK)
Course Numbers: 5909 & 5910
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Credit: 1.0
Note: By referral only
This class is designed for students whose identified area of disability is on the Autism Spectrum. Students are provided individualized academic support and direct instruction of social skills is provided on a small group basis.
SPECIAL EDUCATION
Raising Individual Success Everyday (RISE)
Course Numbers: 5919 & 5920
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Credit: 1.0
Note: By referral only
RISE is a special education service/intervention offered for students who meet the behavioral and educational needs of at-risk special education students. Students will receive direct instruction with a curriculum which coincides with goals that include, but are not limited to: social skills, behavior modification through the use of coping strategies, self-advocacy and organization while being provided with academic support.
Pre-Vocational Skills
Course Numbers: 5801 & 5802
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Credit: 1.0
Note: By referral only
Students must be receiving Special Education Services through Irondale High School Life Skills Program
Pre-vocational skills expose students to job readiness by setting the stage for students to build confidence and improve their communication skills. Students participate in hands-on, pre-vocational training in the areas of clerical/mail delivery, hospitality/coffee cart, and environmental/school wide recycling.
Vocational Skills
Course Numbers: 5803 & 5804
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Credit: 1.0
Note: By referral only
Students must be receiving Special Education Services through Irondale High School Life Skills Program
Vocational Skills helps students to develop career and life skills that will help them with obtaining and maintaining employment. Students learn and develop personal and performance skills, as well as employability skills necessary for the world of work while participating in a business simulation within the school or community employment setting
Life Skills OJT - On The Job Training
Course Numbers: 5805 & 5806
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Credit: 1.0
Note: By referral only
Students must be receiving Special Education Services through Irondale High School Life Skills Program
This course prepares the student to hold a job during their high school day through the development of skills for the workplace within the community and/or employment settings. Students are provided with necessary supports to increase their work readiness skills. Students may participate in one to three class periods.
Work-Based Learning Seminar
Course Numbers: 5811 & 5812
Grades: 11, 12
Credit: .5 - 1.0
Note: By referral only
This course provides students with the skills necessary for securing and maintaining employment. Some of the course activities will include completing vocational assessments, online job applications and investigating career options. Other activities include guest speakers, mock interviewing and volunteering opportunities weekly. Employment topics, and post-secondary education options will be discussed on a continuing basis. Students will create a resume, learn interviewing techniques and gain real world employment skills while working in the community. A hybrid version of this class is available if needed.
Work-Based Learning On-the-Job Training (OJT)
Course Numbers: 5813 & 5814
Grades: 11, 12
credit 0.5 up to 2.0
Note: By referral only
Work-Based Learning OJT enables students to develop employment skills at an off campus work site while earning school credit as part of the school day or after school hours. As part of this course, students are expected to have a job. To receive the Work-Based Learning credit, a student must work a minimum of 10 hours per week and remain employed for the duration of the course. The student is required to complete a training agreement and training plan, in addition to documenting hours worked during the week. The work coordinator will work directly with the student to find a suitable part-time work site. The work coordinator will work with the employer to evaluate work performance and visit the work site to observe the student worker.
American Sign Language 1
Course Numbers: 3201 & 3202
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Credit: 1.0
During the first level of American Sign Language, the student will develop a foundation of basic vocabulary and basic grammatical structure. Also, the student will be introduced to classifiers, numbers, expressions and emotional variations. Successful completion of the course will allow the student to converse with deaf individuals at the survival level. In addition, the student will be expected to demonstrate understanding of the deaf culture and its relationship to ASL.
ARCC College American Sign Language
and Culture 2
Course Numbers: 8201 & 8202
Grades: 10, 11, 12
Credit: 1.0
Sequential Course: Students are expected to meet requirements to register for ARCC courses and completion of Sign Language 1
Note: This course is offered as a concurrent enrollment option through Anoka Ramsey Community College. In order for this course to be offered for college credit, 51% or more of the students registered must commit to taking the course for college credit. If the 51% mark is not met, then the course will be offered for high school credit only.
A continuation of basic aspects of American Sign Language (ASL) taught in ASL 3201-3202 - its basic vocabulary, structure, syntax, and grammar. Students will continue to focus on fingerspelling, numbers, facial grammar and sentence structure. Students will also further develop the conversational/cultural behaviors necessary to hold a beginning-level conversation. More challenging examples of Deaf humor will be presented as well as additional cultural information to aid student development of awareness of and appreciation for the unique linguistic relationship between language and culture among those deaf /hard-of-hearing individuals who use ASL to communicate.
American Sign Language 3
Course Numbers: 3205 & 3206
Grades: 11, 12
Credit: 1.0
Sequential Course: Completion of ASL 1 & 2
During the third year of American Sign Language students will review and expand upon previously learned topics. Their fluency, accuracy and comprehension will be developed more fully with strong emphasis on nonmanual markers. The student will be able to elaborate in American Sign Language in formal and informal social and work situations, develop situational problem-solving, and develop further fluency with abstract idea. The student will study in more depth of the Deaf Culture and history. Successful completion of this course will allow student to converse with Deaf individuals at an intermediate level.
ARCC College American Sign Language and Culture 3
Course Numbers: 8203 & 8204
Grades: 10, 11, 12
Credit: 1.0
Sequential Course: ARCC College American Sign Language and Culture 2 (8201 & 8202) or equivalent
Note: This course is offered as a concurrent enrollment option through Anoka Ramsey Community College. In order for this course to be offered for college credit, 51% or more of the students registered must commit to taking the course for college credit. If the 51% mark is not met, then the course will be offered for high school credit only.
This course is a continuance to obtain greater proficiency in the core skills of communication in American Sign Language. Students will enhance and apply comprehension, production and interactional skills at an advanced level with a strong emphasis on non-verbal communication through guided discussion, debates, projects, and presentations related to cultural and historical topics. This course is conducted mostly in the target language, about 85% of the time.
American Sign Language 4
Course Numbers: 3207 & 3208
Grades: 12
Credit: 1.0
Sequential Course: Completion of ASL 1 & 2, 3
This course expands on the development of American Sign Language (ASL) vocabulary and grammar, including the use of two to three character role shifts. Students learn to describe settings, and explain or discuss everyday objects and their use, step-by-step processes, cause and effect, and culturally related topics related to Deaf Community. Students will continue to refine and expand their ASL skills in the areas of fluency, accuracy and comprehension as developed in previous levels. Students will develop their abilities to converse at an advanced level with Deaf individuals and have opportunities to use their skills with Deaf individuals in a variety of situations. The Deaf culture will be studied extensively.
WORLD LANGUAGES
Chinese 1
Course Numbers: 3222 & 3223
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Credit: 1.0
Ni hao! The primary goals of this course is to develop basic communication by understanding the pinyin rules and developing pronunciation skills, learning basic vocabulary, word usage and practice speaking and listening skills. We focus on “Me”, for example, my family, my school, my hobbies, etc. We emphasize Chinese character rocognition and writing. Students also learn Chinese history and culture through various activities. We will celebrate Chinese traditional festivals
Chinese 2
Course Numbers: 3224 & 3225
Grades: 10, 11, 12
Credit: 1.0
Sequential Course: Chinese 1
Chinese 2 builds upon the skills acquired in Chinese 1 and includes an emphasis on interpersonal, interpretive, and presentational communication through both speaking and listening. Building grammar, reading, and writing skills in addition to continued development of listening and speaking skills are also emphasized in this course. Students will continue to study Chinese culture and history using authentic materials (e.g., listening to radio programs, watching online educational videos and reading authentic storybooks) throughout the course. History and culture will also be included in this course.
Chinese 3
Course Numbers: 3226 & 3227
Grades: 10, 11, 12
Credit: 1.0
Sequential Course: Chinese 2
Chinese 3 builds onto the skills that were acquired in Chinese 2. This course emphasizes interpersonal and presentation communication in both speaking and listening skills. Of topics and expansion, there will be an increase of language fluency and accuracy. Increased emphasis is placed on Chinese grammar, reading, and writing skills in addition to continues development of listening and speaking skills. More authentic materials such as audio and video clips, and texts are integrated into the curriculum to provide students with opportunities to practice situations that native speakers might encounter. Students will role-play real life situations. The study of Chinese culture is heightened by exploration of different cultural topics.
Chinese 4
Course Numbers: 3228 & 3229
Grades: 10, 11, 12
Credit: 1.0
Sequential Course: Chinese 3
Note: This course will help students prepare for the AP Chinese exam.
Chinese 4 builds upon the skills acquired in Chinese III. This course emphasizes interpersonal, interpretive, and presentational communication through both speaking and listening activities. Upon successfully completing this course, students will be able to increase their levels of language proficiency in speaking, listening, reading, and writing by engaging in various class activities (e.g., role play, writing journals, long poems, and stories). Students will be expected to read text (in character) without pinyin and to write character in class assignments a majority of the time throughout this course. Chinese culture learning is incorporated in this course as well.
French 1
Course Numbers: 3244 & 3245
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Credit: 1.0
Bienvenue! In this first year, the students will learn the basics of French through presentational, interpersonal and interpretive communication. This course is designed to teach students how to communicate in French, both in person and via technology. Students learn about French speaking countries around the world and increase their awareness in the French language and culture. This course uses a communicative approach to achieve novice level proficiency by the end of the school year. Topics include basic communication while traveling, hobbies, school, family and identity
French 2
Course Numbers: 3246 & 3247
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Credit: 1.0
Sequential Course: French 1
French 2 students continue to work on presentational, interpersonal and interpretive communication, with special emphasis on learning to communicate in the past tense. The study of the geography, history and culture of French-speaking countries is emphasized. Topics include clothing and shopping, holidays and celebrations, home life and chores, and expansion on food and travel.
French 3
Course Numbers: 3248 & 3249
Grades: 10, 11, 12
Credit: 1.0
Prerequisite: French 2
Francophone cultures are studied from the viewpoint of geography, customs, and contributions to the world. Students will work toward increased interpersonal, interpretive and presentational communication on a variety of topics. Students may choose French 4 or AP French upon completion of this course.
French 4
Course Numbers: 3250 & 3251
Grades: 11, 12
Credit: 1.0
Sequential Course: French 3
Note: This course will meet everyday combined with AP French.
Reading and listening comprehension, writing proficiency, and oral spontaneity are emphasized. Much group interaction and discussion is included. Curriculum is based around the six AP themes: Families and Communities, Global Challenges, Personal and Public Identities, Science and Technology, Contemporary Life and Beauty and Aesthetics. This class will meet every day, combined with AP French.
AP French
Course Numbers: 3242 & 3243
Grades: 11, 12
Credit: 1.0
Sequential Course: French 3
This class will emphasize comprehension of authentic written and spoken French sources on the Internet and in print. Curriculum is based around the six AP themes: Families and Communities, Global Challenges, Personal and Public Identities, Science and Technology, Contemporary Life and Beauty and Aesthetics. By successfully completing this course, students will be able to compare, in both written and spoken forms, the products, perspectives, and practices of the French-speaking cultures to their own culture. Students who successfully complete this course will be prepared to take the corresponding AP exam, which may earn them college credit.
Spanish 1
Course Numbers: 3283 & 3284
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Credit: 1.0
Note: This course is designed for students who have not had any level of Spanish. Please see dean with any questions.
Students will be taught the basics of the four skills of Spanish: speaking, listening, reading, and writing the language. The students will learn correct Spanish pronunciation and useful expressions for travel and basic communication. Students will also gain an understanding of the basic geography and culture of the Spanishspeaking world. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be prepared for Spanish 2.
Spanish 2
Course Numbers: 3285 & 3286
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Credit: 1.0
Sequential Course: Spanish 1 or equivalent
Students will continue to develop speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills. Students will learn to communicate about past events as well as present situations. Spanish-speaking cultures are studied. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be prepared for Spanish 3.
Spanish 3
Course Numbers: 3287 & 3288
Grades: 10, 11, 12
Credit: 1.0
Sequential Course: Spanish 2 or equivalent.
Students will build upon the skills from Spanish 2. Students begin to work with more complicated sentence structures. Students learn to expand and enrich what they can communicate about in Spanish to include the world outside of their own experiences. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be prepared for Spanish 4.
WORLD LANGUAGES
Spanish 4
Course Numbers: 3291 & 3292
Grades: 10, 11, 12
Credit: 1.0
Sequential Course: Spanish 3 or equivalent.
Students continue to practice their oral communication skills as well as increase their proficiency in reading and writing through more indepth activities. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be prepared for Spanish 5 or AP Spanish Language & Culture.
Spanish 5
Course Numbers: 3293 & 3294
Grades: 11, 12
Credit: 1.0
Sequential Course: Spanish 4 or equivalent.
This course will synthesize the language that has been learned in previous levels. The course will use Spanish to focus on culture, literature, and film of the Spanish-speaking world. The class will be conducted in Spanish and is for students who commit to speak Spanish in class.
AP Spanish Language & Culture
Course Numbers: 3275 & 3276
Grades: 11, 12
Credit: 1.0
Sequential Course: Spanish 4 or 5 or equivalent.
Note: Based on enrollment this class may be offered at Mounds View OR Irondale High School.
This course will emphasize comprehension of authentic written and spoken Spanish. By successfully completing this course, students will be able to compare, in both written and spoken forms, the products, perspectives, and practices of the Spanish-speaking cultures to their own. Students who successfully complete thi course will be prepared to take the corresponding AP exam, which may earn them college credit.
Spanish for Heritage Speakers
Course Numbers: 3295 & 3296
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Credit: 1.0
This course is for students whose home language is Spanish. Students will develop their reading, writing, listening and speaking skills. Grammar instruction in Spanish is provided as needed. Course topics include identity, social justice, art, food, literature, and music. Students who successfully complete this course should continue on and take Spanish for Heritage Speakers 2.
Spanish for Heritage Speakers 2
Course Numbers: 3297 & 3298
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Credit: 1.0
Sequential Course: Spanish for Heritage Speakers
This course is for students whose home language is Spanish. This course is a continuation of Spanish for Heritage Speakers. Students will continue to develop their reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills. Grammar instruction in Spanish is provided as needed. Course topics include identity, social justice, education, the enveironment, and legends. Students who successfully complete this class may earn college credit through the AP Spanish Language and Culture Exam or CLEP test.
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Credit: up to 1.0 per semester
• Instruction for students whose primary language is not English.
• Resource period available upon request of EL teacher
Instruction for students whose first language is not english with a focus on language acquisition and praciticing through academics and educational support.
Multilingual Learners earn elective credit as they improve and strengthen their English Language skills in listening, reading, writing, and speaking.
CIS Teacher Education I: (Spring Lake Park)
Grades: 11, 12
Credits: 1.0
Note: Please see your dean to register for this class. This is a 2-hour course offered at Spring Lake Park High School. This is the first in a sequence of two-year long courses offered by th UofM. While this course is open to any Junior or Senior, it is highly recommende to take the class as a Junior so you can take the second class as a Senior.
Grades: 11, 12
Credit: .25
Provides students the opportunity Peer Tutors will receive a 0.25 credit with a grade of “P” or “NG”. A student may be a Peer Tutor one time unless granted an appeal by the Administration.
The course is designed to give students an entry point into pursuing a career in education by providing both content knowledge and field experiences. Students explore the self as a teacher, the culture of teaching, student learning, and the sociocultural and political influences on teaching and learning. Students will consider the role of equity in working with diverse students and develop reflective practices. In addition, students in the course will participate in discussions, write reflective papers, and engage in small-group activities. Throughout the year, students will work with students as an intern in a local elementary, middle, or high school classroom, under the supervision of a mentor teacher.
Engineering Essentials (Spring Lake Park)
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Credits: 1.0
Note: Please see your dean to register for this class. This course is offered at Spring Lake Park High School.
Grades: 11, 12
Credit: .25
Office Assistants are assigned to help in Office areas (Student Services, Front Office, Activities Office). These assistant spots are determined by the student’s dean as a part of their personalized learning plan.
Office Assistants will receive a 0.25 credit with a grade of “P” or “NG”. A student may be an Office Assistant one time unless granted an appeal by the Administration.
Engineering Essentials is a course designed to explore engineering as a process, mindset, and career for students to investigate whether they are interested in engineering and want to further explore the engineering pathway after the end of the course. Students will work on documentation of design, systems thinking, experimental design, and computer modeling. Students will work as a group to apply the design process to solve and present their solutions to challenges that cover a wide variety of engineering fields, including mechanical, civil, electrical, industrial, and environmental engineering.
Office Assistants
School Service
HYBRID & ONLINE COURSE INFORMATION
Athletics
FALL
Adapted Soccer
Boys Cross Country Running
Girls Cross Country Running
Football
Boys Soccer
Girls Soccer
Girls Swimming/Diving
Girls Tennis
Girls Volleyball
WINTER
Adapted Floor Hockey
Boys & Girls Alpine Skiing
Boys Basketball
Girls Basketball
Girls Dance Team
Girls Gymnastics (Co-op w/MV)
Boys Hockey
Girls Hockey
Boys & Girls Nordic Skiing
Boys Swimming/Diving Wrestling
SPRING
Adapted Softball
Baseball
Boys Golf
Girls Golf
Boys Lacrosse
Girls Lacrosse
Softball
Boys Tennis
Girls Track
Boys Track
Boys Volleyball
For additional assistance or questions, please contact our Activities Office staff at the following:
Maggie Schley
Activities Administrative Assistant
651-621-6822
Chris Fink
Activities Director
651-621-6821
Bill Mauricio
Assistant Activities Director
651-621-6991
Fine Arts Activities
Dance Club, Fall Season Drama Club
Math Team Mock Trial
Quiz Bowl
Debate Team
Speech Team
MUSIC OFFERINGS: * These Music groups are an extension of the curricular music classes
Colorguard (Fall & Winter) Chamber Orchestra
Guyz Group Singers Drumline
Marching Band
Diva Singers
Bella Voce` Choir
Other Activities
Jazz Band
Pep Band
Wind Ensemble
A.C.E. Club (Architecture, Construction & Engineering)
Art Club
Knights Asian Student Union (K.A.S.U)
Auto Club
B.S.U / Black and Pan African Student Union
Crochet Club
DECA – an Association of Marketing Students
Dungeons & Dragons Club
Earth Club
Educators Rising
Faith & Friendship
Futsal Club (Soccer skill development)
H.E.A.R.T Club (Mental Health and Well Being)
Knight Strength
L.U.N.A.(La Union Nos Ayuda)
Med Club
Muslim Student Association (MSA)
National Honor Society
Native Student Union
Peer Tutoring Club
Poetry Club
Pride Club
Robotics Team
Space Club
Student Council
Tri-Music Society
Unified Club
Women In Law
Youth in Government
For descriptions of clubs, and most current info, please go to: www.moundsviewschools.org/irondaleathleticsandactivities and click on “Activities” in the left hand column
Irondale High School Administrative Team
Vichai Saefong Principal 651-621-6803 vichai.saefong@mvpschools.org
Kate Metcalf Associate Principal 651-621-6817 kathryn.metcalf@mvpschools.org
Chris Fink Activities Director 651-621-6821 chris.fink@mvpschools.org
Michael Schwartz Associate Principal 651-621-6990 michael.schwartz@mvpschools.org
Lee Vang Associate Principal 651-621-6820 lee.vang@mvpschools.org
