High School Course Selection 2023-2024

COURSE SELECTION: School Year 2023-2024

Selecting a course of study is an important decision that requires a determination of both short-term and long-range educational goals Students should consider course choices carefully and discuss the matter with their counselor, teachers, and parent(s) and/or guardian(s).

Nido builds its high school schedule each year based on student requests; therefore, it is important that students choose their first-choice courses at the time of registration. Adding or dropping courses is discouraged Additionally, course changes may not fit into a student’s schedule once the school’s master schedule has been built Course changes will not be permitted after the drop/add period (the first five days of each semester) Please refer to the High School Guidelines for more information about the add/drop processes.

COURSE LOAD

Students in grades 9 and 10 take eight classes each semester as well as a Week Without Walls course in the second semester. Students in grades 11 and 12 take seven or eight classes each semester as well as a Week Without Walls course in the second semester.

ACADEMIC PROGRAM BY GRADE

Freshmen (entering Grade 9):

Freshmen required courses are English, Math, Science, Social Studies, Language, First Year Seminar (Health & Technology), Physical Education, an Elective in Arts or Design, and a Week Without Walls course. Students in the Chilean National Plan must take Spanish as a first language and Social Studies in Spanish.

Sophomores (entering Grade 10):

Sophomore required courses are English, Math, Social Studies, Science, Language, Changemakers, Physical Education, an Elective in the Arts or Design, and a Week Without Walls course. Students in the Chilean National Plan must take Spanish as a first language and Social Studies in Spanish.

Juniors (entering Grade 11):

Junior required courses are English, Social Studies, Math, Science, and a Week Without Walls course Additional specific requirements for CNP students include Philosophy in Spanish, Social Studies in Spanish, and Spanish as a first language

Seniors (entering Grade 12):

Seniors required courses are English and a Week Without Walls course during the Senior Experience Week. Additional specific requirements for CNP students include Philosophy in Spanish, Social Studies in Spanish, and Spanish as a first language

Social Studies (International)

Social Studies (National)

Spanish as a First Language

Spanish as an Additional Language

** These courses are only offered online through Pamoja Education Additional annual fees apply For more information, visit: https://pamojaeducation com

Interdisciplinary Studies

Digital Design & Film

Design Technology

Music

Visual Arts

* These courses may be repeated for credit

Theater

Learning Support

Dance

Physical Education

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ENGLISH 9

Course Number: 1000

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 9

Prerequisite: n/a

This course emphasizes the study of the novel, poetry, and drama with a focus in each text type on the development of one’s individual identity. Written and oral language development are integrated into the study of literature. Students will have the opportunity to demonstrate their knowledge and skills through class participation, group work, essays, creative writing, and individual/group presentations. The course uses the standards from the Common Core 9/10 English and Language Arts Standards.

ENGLISH 10

Course Number: 1010

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 10

Prerequisite: English 9

This course continues to emphasize a focus on various forms of literature. Students will learn how to write literary commentaries, expository essays, and creative pieces based on various genres. Students will also continue to develop and practice their oral expression, literary analysis, and critical thinking skills. Students will engage in research and letter writing focused on an issue of importance to them. In addition to fostering writing, research, and editorial skills, the project is designed to help students see the world as it is beyond the classroom and how they might fit into and impact it. The course uses the standards from the Common Core 9/10 English and Language Arts Standards.

GLOBAL TEXTS I

Course Number: 1025

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 11

Prerequisite: English 10

Global Texts expands the literature studied in English 9 and 10 to include literature and other texts from every corner of the world. The course will embrace literary and creative reading, writing, and analysis across cultures and textual genres, including a focus on non-fiction. In addition to literature, this course will offer students the opportunity to analyze, discuss, and experience film, art, music, and more. This course is perfect for the curious, multicultural student whose mind is open and who has a desire to learn. The course uses the standards from the Common Core 11/12 English and Language Arts Standards.

IB ENGLISH A: LITERATURE SLI

Course Number: 1070

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 11

Prerequisite: English 10

This course is the first year of a two-year Literature Standard Level sequence. Students study literature from different periods, styles, genres, and cultures. The major objectives of the program are to develop oral and written expression, to understand and use techniques of literary criticism, to foster an appreciation of literature, and to stimulate critical thinking. Assessment includes essays, oral and written commentaries, discussions, and oral presentations, as well as IB required assessments.

IB ENGLISH A: LITERATURE HLI

Course Number: 1080

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 11

Prerequisite: English 10

This course is the first year of the two-year IB Literature Higher Level sequence. Students study literature from different periods, styles, genres, and cultures. The major objectives of the program are to develop oral and written expression, to understand and use techniques of literary criticism, to foster an appreciation of literature, and to stimulate critical thinking. Assessment includes essays, oral and written commentaries, discussions, and oral presentations, as well as IB required assessments. The HL course requires four (4) more texts than the SL course, as well as an additional externally assessed component, and an additional exam essay.

IB ENGLISH A: LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE SLI

Course Number: 1092

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 11

Prerequisite: English 10

This course is the first year of the two-year IB Language and Literature sequence. Students engage with a range of literary texts from different periods, styles, genres, and cultures. They also develop an appreciation and understanding of the forms and influence of mass media and the development of the English language and culture. The SL course differs from the HL course primarily in the number of required IB assessments. The SL students are not required to write an externally-assessed essay. In addition, the SL Paper One IB exam is one hour and fifteen minutes as opposed to two hours and fifteen minutes at the HL level.

IB ENGLISH A: LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE HLI

Course Number: 1090

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 11

Prerequisite: English 10

This course is the first year of the two-year IB Language and Literature sequence. Students engage with literature from different periods, styles, genres, and cultures. They also study a variety of non-literary text types including speeches, advertisements, articles, blogs, etc.. The major objectives of the program are: to develop confident and creative oral and written expression, to stimulate critical thinking, and to foster an understanding of how language, culture, and context determine the ways in which meaning is constructed in texts. Assessment includes the HL essay, written and oral commentaries, discussions, and presentations, as well as IB required assessments.

GLOBAL TEXTS II

Course Number: 1026

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 12

Prerequisite: Global Tests I or Any IB Y1 English Course

Global Texts II continues the exploration of a wide variety of authors and literary genres including: the novel, poetry, drama, short stories, and the novel-in-verse. Some units of study allow for student choice in terms of texts and projects. On a daily basis, students should expect to discuss, read, and write. The writing assignments range from formal academic analyses to creative personal expressions. Projects may include assignments such as creating a poetry portfolio, recording a short story podcast episode, and sharing research findings in oral presentations. The course uses the standards from the Common Core 11/12 English and Language Arts Standards.

IB ENGLISH A: LITERATURE SLII

Course Number: 1071

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 12

Prerequisite: IB English A: Literature SLI

This course is the second year of a two-year Literature Standard Level sequence. The course is similar to Literature Higher Level in its approach to literature but includes fewer texts and somewhat different requirements and criteria for IB assessments. The major objectives of the program are to develop oral and written expression, to understand and use techniques of literary criticism, to foster an appreciation of literature, and to stimulate critical thinking. Assessment includes essays, oral and written commentaries, discussions, and oral presentations, as well as IB required assessments. The course culminates with the two exam papers in May.

IB ENGLISH A: LITERATURE HL II

Course Number: 1081

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 12

Prerequisite: IB English A: Literature HLI

This course is the second year of the two-year IB Literature Higher Level sequence. Students study literature from different periods, styles, genres, and cultures. The major objectives of the course is to develop oral and written expression, to understand and use techniques of literary criticism, to foster an appreciation of literature, and to stimulate critical thinking. Assessment includes essays, oral and written commentaries, discussions, and oral presentations, as well as IB required assessments. The course culminates with the two exam papers in May.

IB ENGLISH A: LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE SLII

Course Number: 1093

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 12

Prerequisite: IB English A: Language and Literature

This is the second year of a two-year IB standard level course. In the second year, students will continue to work on developing their listening, speaking, reading, writing, presenting, and performing skills. They will continue to work on analysis, interpretation, and evaluation. The course culminates with the two exam papers in May.

IB ENGLISH A: LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE HL II

Course Number: 1091

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 12

Prerequisite: IB English A: Language and Literature

This course is the second year of the two-year IB Language and Literature sequence. Students study literature from different periods, styles, genres, and cultures, as well the forms and influence of mass media and the development of the English language and culture. The major objectives of this course is to develop oral and written expression, to stimulate critical thinking, and to understand how language, culture, and context determine the ways in which meaning is constructed in texts. Assessment includes essays, written and oral commentaries, discussions, and presentations, as well as IB required assessments. The course culminates with the two exam papers in May.

ENGLISH AS AN ADDITIONAL LANGUAGE (EAL)

ENGLISH FOR ACADEMIC PURPOSES (EAP)*

Course Number: 138

Credit Value: 1 (Pass/ Fail will reflect on transcript)

Grade levels: 9-12

Prerequisite: Teacher Placement

This course is designed to assist EAL students in meeting the demands of mainstream classes at the high school level. Students will improve their English proficiency with a focus on needs that arise in relation to the subject matter and skills being covered in their content area classes such as the Social Sciences and English. EAL students will refine their ability to express facts, ideas and opinions, using appropriate vocabulary and grammatical structures. They will engage with each content area through class texts and supplementary material to facilitate their understanding. In addition, they will improve their academic writing through in-class mini-lessons as well as one-on-one support with planning and revising their writing for core classes. This course may be repeated for credit. Registration for this course is made by teacher placement only.

HS ENGLISH: EAL ADAPTED I

Course Number: 136

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 9-11

Prerequisite: Teacher Placement

This course accommodates the English language learner through an adapted curriculum, aligned with the equivalent mainstream English courses, that allows students to accelerate their acquisition of English. The study of the literary genres: short story, novel, and drama are emphasized. Written and oral language development are integrated into the study of literature, and additionally students will learn to examine each piece through literary devices. Assessment includes class participation, group work, essays, tests, creative writing pieces, and oral class presentations. This course is not adequate preparation for an IB course in English. Registration for this course is made by teacher placement only.

HS ENGLISH: EAL ADAPTED II

Course Number: 137

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 9-12

Prerequisite: Teacher Placement

This course accommodates the English language learner through an adapted curriculum, aligned with the equivalent mainstream English courses, that allows students to accelerate and further extend their English language proficiency. Students will gain the foundation needed for successfully transitioning into upper division courses. The study of the literary genres: short story, novel, and drama are emphasized. Written and oral language development are integrated into the study of literature, and additionally students will learn to examine each piece through literary devices. Assessment includes class participation, group work, essays, tests, creative writing pieces, and oral class presentations. Registration for this course is made by teacher placement only.

WORLD STUDIES

Course Number: 2031

Credit Value: 1

SOCIAL STUDIES (INTERNATIONAL)

Grade level: 9

Prerequisite: N/A

World Studies is focused on student inquiry into current world issues and their historical contexts. Concepts such as trade and globalization, human movement and migration, innovation and technology, and rights and responsibilities will be explored. These concepts will be examined through case studies from around the world and student driven inquiries into specific topics. A great deal of attention will be paid to developing academic skills needed, not only in this course, but in the students’ high school careers and beyond.

UNITED STATES HISTORY

Course Number: 2020

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 10

Prerequisite: World History 9

United States History focuses on major events in U.S. history, while linking these events to themes that are relevant to societies around the world. Students will explore five main content strands: Conflict and resolution, leadership and citizenship, global connections, innovation and social progress, and ethics and ideology. Students will hone their research, analytical thinking, and academic writing skills in order to prepare for upper level humanities courses. Students will explore a number of primary and secondary sources in each unit and will be assessed in a variety of ways.

SOCIAL PSYCHOLOGY

Course Number: 2154

Credit Value: .5

Grade level: 11-12

Prerequisite: N/A

Why do people make certain decisions? Why do humans like some people and not others? What influence do peers have on each other? This course will provide an introduction to the theories and principles that influence how people think about, influence, and relate to one another. Topics covered will also explore attitude, personality conformity, persuasion, attraction, aggression, and prejudice. The course will use project-based learning to introduce students to experimental design, and each student will get the opportunity to construct and carry out social psychological research on Nido’s campus. Learning will be stimulated with the use of diverse media.

THE PSYCHOLOGY OF HAPPINESS

Course Number: 2156

Credit Value: .5

Grade level: 11-12

Prerequisite: N/A

What does it mean to live “the good life?” And more importantly, how can humans more effectively achieve the good life? This course will provide an introduction to the philosophical ideas and psychological principles that influence how people experience happiness, success, and satisfaction. From an exploration of historical theories of happiness to modern research about positive psychology, students will explore their own happiness while relating their own experiences to academic study. Students will complete a final project on how to cultivate happiness in their own lives.

INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS

Course Number: 2153

Credit Value: .5

Grade level: 11-12

Prerequisite: N/A

Introduction to Business is designed to expose students to the many functions of modern business. The course will be focused on the forces within the business environment (i.e., globalization, economics, government, and society) and an introduction to the key functional areas within the firm, such as marketing, operations, accounting, finance, management, and human resources. Assessment in this course will be varied and orientated towards authentic assessments whereby students will recreate real life scenarios, such as taking the role of key stakeholders in decision making.

ENTREPRENEURISM & SUSTAINABILITY

Course Number: 2149

Credit Value: .5

Grade level: 11-12

Prerequisite: N/A

In the Entrepreneurship & Sustainability course, students will learn about the intersection of business and social change and apply this knowledge to develop their own social enterprise. A social enterprise is an organization that strives to advance social change through innovation and free market principles. In this course, students will create and develop a business plan that is focused on achieving a wider social, environmental, or community objective. Once students have developed their plan it will be time to put it into action and build out their social enterprise with the objective of creating a viable product or a service that is market ready. Assessments in this course are project based and aligned to the development of the social enterprise.

IB ECONOMICS SL I

Course Number: 2049

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 11

Prerequisite: Grade 10 social studies course

This course is an introduction to economic concepts and economic reasoning, surveying both micro and macroeconomics. Individuals, firms, and governments must constantly make choices, which will affect both their own economic well being and that of society as a whole. How these choices are made and how the consequences of the choices are analyzed are both central to the field of economics. In the first year of the course students will study the following topic areas: resources and markets, business economics and macroeconomics. During the first year of the IB Economics course, there is no distinction between the SL and HL courses in terms of skills and content.

IB ECONOMICS HL I

Course Number: 2052

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 11

Prerequisite: Grade 10 social studies course

This course is an introduction to economic concepts and economic reasoning surveying both microeconomics and macroeconomics. Individuals, firms, and governments must constantly make choices, which impact both their own economic well being and that of society as a whole. How these choices are made and the subsequent consequences are central to the field of economics. In the first year of the course students will study supply & demand, elasticities, market failure, employment, inflation, income equality and economic growth. For each topic, a focus will be placed on analysis, evaluative writing and diagram construction. During the first year of the IB Economics course, there is no distinction between the SL and HL courses in terms of skills and content.

IB HISTORY HLI

Course Number: 2048

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 11

Prerequisite: Grade 10 social studies course

This course is the first year of a two-year course that introduces students to major themes in 20th century world history. The course begins with The Move to Global War, an examination of Japanese, Italian and German expansion in the 1930s. We continue with a study of the rise to power and rule of authoritarian leaders, with special focus on Mao Zedong and Fidel Castro. The course concludes with a survey of the Cold War. Throughout the first year of the course there is an emphasis on source evaluation and essay writing skills.

IB ENVIRONMENTAL SYSTEMS AND SOCIETIES SLI

Course Number: 4305

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 11

Prerequisite: Grade 10 Science & Social Studies courses

This course is the first year of a two-year course following the IB Environmental Systems and Societies Syllabus which prepares students to take the IB ESS SL exam in May of the second year.  This course intends to give students a sound, knowledge-based understanding of the interrelationships between ecosystems and societies, focusing on the scientific, ethical and socio-political aspects of environmental issues. The topics addressed include systems and models, ecosystems, human populations, resource use, pollution management, global warming and environmental value systems. Practical work constitutes about 25% of this course and of its assessment.

Note: This is a transdisciplinary course. Students taking this course will satisfy the group 3 and 4 IB requirements and may choose another subject from any of the Group 6 options to complete their sixth subject for the IB Diploma. For the Nido diploma, one year of science and one year of social studies credit will be awarded. For the National Plan diploma, two years of science will be awarded.

IB ECONOMICS SLII

Course Number: 2051

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 12

Prerequisite: IB Economics Year 1

This course is a continuation of IB Economics I. In year two of this course, SL students will cover two areas of study: International Economics and Development Economics.

IB ECONOMICS HL II

Course Number: 2053

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 12

Prerequisite: IB Economics Year 1

Economics HL is a challenging course that requires excellent qualitative and quantitative skills. The course should be selected by students who are genuinely interested in economics as an academic discipline. Students will study the same topics as SL but will delve deeper into each, including some mathematical reasoning. In year two of this course, HL students will cover three areas of study: International Economics, Development Economics, and Market Power.

IB HISTORY HL II

Course Number: 2043

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 12

Prerequisite: IB History Year I

This course is a continuation of IB History HL I and focuses on major themes in the 20th century in the Americas. Students will examine the Cold War as it played out in the Americas, with a focus on US foreign policy in the region. The class will also survey social movements in the Americas, with a focus on the African American Civil Rights Movement. The course concludes with an examination of political developments in the Americas, with a focus on the phenomenon of populism, threats to democracy, and the nature of dictatorship in the region. Students will have many opportunities to investigate the history of Chile and the experiences of families through the turbulent events of the 20th century.

IB ENVIRONMENTAL SYSTEMS AND SOCIETY SLII

Course Number: 4310

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 12

Prerequisite: IB Environmental Systems and Society SLI

This course will complete the IB syllabus. The topics studied include environmental value systems, ecology and conservation of biodiversity. Practical work constitutes about 25% of this course and of its assessment. Note: This is a transdisciplinary course. Students taking this course will satisfy the group 3 and 4 IB requirements and may choose another subject from any of the 6 groups to complete their sixth subject for the IB Diploma. For the Nido diploma, one year of science and one year of social studies credit will be awarded; for the national plan diploma two years of science will be awarded.

NATIONAL PLAN SOCIAL STUDIES 9

Course Number: 2111

Credit Value: 1

SOCIAL STUDIES (NATIONAL)

Grade level: 9

Prerequisite: N/A

This is a Social Studies course which focuses on World History and Chilean History. Students will study the development of societies since the Ancient Times. The approach includes various Social studies lenses, including History, Geography, Economics and Civics. The course is temporally linear and addresses historical concepts such as change, continuity, cause and effect. Students will begin studying the legacy of Mediterranean Civilizations and move forward in time up to the Discovery of America and the beginning of the Modern Times. Reading comprehension, writing and research skills are emphasized throughout the course.

NATIONAL PLAN SOCIAL STUDIES 10

Course Number: 2112

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 10

Prerequisite: National Plan Social Studies 9

This is a Social Studies course which focuses on World History and Chilean History. Students will study the development of societies since the Ancient Times. The approach includes various Social studies lenses, including History, Geography, Economics and Civics. The course is temporally linear and addresses historical concepts such as change, continuity, cause and effect. Students will begin by studying the era of Revolutions in the 18th and 19th Century to then understand the Chilean Independence and the struggle to build the new Republic. Reading comprehension, writing and research skills are emphasized throughout the course.

IB HISTORY SL I (IN SPANISH)

Course Number: 2041

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 11

Prerequisite: National Plan Social Studies 10.

Note: All students in the National Plan & International Plan may take this course.

This course is the first year of a two-year course and it begins with “Causes and Effects of 20th-Century Wars”. This topic focuses on the causes, practice and effects of war in the 20th century. The topic explores the causes of wars, as well as the way in which warfare was conducted, including types of war, the use of technology, and the impact these factors had upon the outcome.

We continue examining the context of “Authoritarian states (20th century)”. This topic focuses on exploring the conditions that facilitated the rise of authoritarian states in the 20th century, as well as the methods used by parties and leaders to take and maintain power. The topic explores the emergence, consolidation and maintenance of power, including the impact of the leaders’ policies, both domestic and foreign, upon the maintenance of power.

IB HISTORY SL II (IN SPANISH)

Course Number: 2042

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 12

Prerequisite: IB History SL 1 (in Spanish)

Note: All students in the National Plan & International Plan may take this course. This course is the continuation of IB History I (Spanish) therefore we will cover the prescribed subject 4 and we will study two case studies, one being the civil rights movement in the United States and the second one on the Apartheid in South Africa. Reading comprehension, writing and research skills will continue to be emphasized throughout the course.

CHILEAN STUDIES I

Course Number: 2117

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 11

Prerequisite: National Plan Social Studies 10.

Note: All students in the National Plan & International Plan may take this course.

This is a Social Studies course which focuses primarily in Chile during the 19th Century. Students will approach Chile from an International perspective to understand how global events affect internal affairs. This course also includes topics related to citizenship as case studies that students will analyze and interpret using different social studies skills to develop a sense of belonging and responsibility of becoming active members within their society. Reading comprehension, writing and research skills are emphasized throughout the course.

CHILEAN STUDIES II

Course Number: 2118

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 12

Prerequisite: National Plan Social Studies 10.

Note: All students in the National Plan & International Plan may take this course.

This is a Social Studies course which focuses primarily in Chile during the 20th Century. Students will approach Chile from an International perspective to understand how global events affect internal affairs. This course also includes topics related to citizenship as case studies that students will analyze and interpret using different social studies skills to develop a sense of belonging and responsibility of becoming active members within their society. Reading comprehension, writing and research skills are emphasized throughout the course.

PHILOSOPHY I

Course Number: 2130

Credit Value: .5

Grade level: 11

Prerequisite: National Plan Social Studies 10.

Note: This course is also open to international students who have an advanced Spanish proficiency. This course will be taught in Spanish. Requires teacher approval.

This course is open to international students with a good Spanish level. It requires the teachers' approval. In general terms, the objective of this course is to provide basic tools to understand, analyze, and evaluate the complexity of individual, social, and moral behavior of human beings. Students will study elements from Philosophy and the Social Sciences.

Students analyze the development of human beings through cognitive processes, motivation, emotions, personality, culture and society.

Class discussions are promoted by the use of audiovisual materials (films, documentaries). Students are expected to read, analyze, write essays and oral presentations.

PHILOSOPHY II

Course Number: 2131

Credit Value: .5

Grade level: 12

Prerequisite: Philosophy I

Students will learn about the history of Philosophy in its historical and cultural framework. Its goal is to review in a synoptic way the most important philosophical systems and their respective ontological, epistemological, and ethical-political proposals.

Students who take the class are expected to:

● Explain the contributions, limits, and purposes of philosophical work, considering their support to knowledge and action, as well as their relationship with other disciplines and knowledge.

● Formulate philosophical questions related to praxis that are significant for their lives, considering theories and fundamental ethical concepts such as justice, freedom, and equality.

● Evaluate the impact of philosophical ideas related to ontology, epistemology, and ethics in current issues of culture, sciences, technology, politics, and the arts, among other possibilities, using different forms of expression and representation of ideas.

MATH LAB 1

Course Number: 3009

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 9

Prerequisite: Teacher Placement

Math Lab 1 provides targeted instruction and comprehensive skill building to support progress in math. These supports may include pre-teaching, re-teaching, direct instruction, accommodations and the use of web-based accelerated math programs. This course is a study of the real number system, dealing with such topics as rationals, integers, laws of exponents, radicals, polynomials, factoring, fractional equations, linear functions, graphing, and their applications with real life problems. This course also includes topics from geometry including coordinate geometry and trigonometry. Math Lab 1 is aligned with the math 9 curriculum and standards. A graphing calculator is required for this course. A graphing calculator is required. Math Lab 1 is not adequate preparation for IB courses. Registration for this course is made by teacher placement only.

MATH 9

Course Number: 3011

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 9

Prerequisite: N/A

This integrated course is the first year of a two-year progression that prepares students for either of the IB Math SL courses. Topics of study include arithmetic and geometric sequences, linear, exponential and quadratic functions, conditional probability, triangle trigonometry and plane geometry. Students will explore challenging problems, engage in mathematical investigations and develop mathematical models throughout the course of study. A graphing calculator is required. The TI-84+ family will be used for all demonstrations.

MATH 9 ADVANCED

Course Number: 3012

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 9

Prerequisite: Math 8 with superior marks and teacher recommendation.

This integrated course is the first year of a two-year progression that prepares students for either of the IB Math HL courses. Topics of study include linear programming, arithmetic and geometric sequences, exponential and quadratic functions, conditional probability, triangle trigonometry and plane geometry. Students will explore challenging problems, engage in mathematical investigations and develop mathematical models throughout the course of study. Topics will be studied at a faster pace and in greater depth as compared to the standard math 9 course. A graphing calculator is required. The TI-84+ family will be used for all demonstrations.

MATH LAB 2

Course Number: 3013

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 10

Prerequisite: Teacher Placement

Math Lab 2 provides targeted instruction and comprehensive skill building to support progress in math. These supports may include pre-teaching, re-teaching, direct instruction, accommodations and the use of web-based accelerated math programs. This course is a study of the real number system, dealing with such topics as quadratic equations, graphing, and their applications with real life problems. This course also includes topics from; Probability: Simple probabilities and compound events; Statistics: Measures of center and spread, graphs and their applications with real life problems and Geometry: Volume and surface area of solids. A graphing calculator is required. Math Lab 2 is not adequate preparation for IB courses. Registration for this course is made by placement only.

MATH 10

Course Number: 3014

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 9-10

Prerequisite: Math 9

This is the second year of an integrated, two-year progression that will prepare students for either of the IB Math SL courses. Topics of study include function transformations and analysis of families of functions, exponential functions, right triangle trigonometry, geometry of two and three dimensions, statistical inferences and big data. Students will explore challenging problems, engage in mathematical investigations and develop mathematical models throughout the course of study. A graphing calculator is required. The TI-84+ family will be used for all demonstrations.

MATH 10 ADVANCED

Course Number: 3016

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 10

Prerequisite: Math 9 Advanced

This is the second year of a two-year progression that will prepare students for success in either of the IB Math HL courses. Topics of study include inverse functions, logarithms, normal distributions, binomial expansion, trigonometry of the circle and trigonometric functions and identities. Students will explore challenging problems, engage in mathematical investigations and develop mathematical models throughout the course of study. A graphing calculator is required. The TI-84+ family will be used for all demonstrations. Continuation in this course is contingent upon mastery of the concepts in Math 9 Advanced.

MATH LAB 3

Course Number: 3057

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 11

Prerequisite: Teacher Placement

Math Lab 3 provides targeted instruction and comprehensive skill building to support progress in math. These supports may include pre-teaching, re-teaching, direct instruction, accommodations and the use of web-based accelerated math programs. This course is a study of the real number system, dealing with such topics integers, polynomials, factoring, rational expressions, real numbers, equations, inequalities, graphing of linear and quadratic functions, solving simultaneous equations, laws of exponents, exponential functions, algebraic functions, probability and their applications with real life problems. Math Lab 3 is aligned with the math 10 curriculum and standards. A graphing calculator is required. Math Lab 3 is not adequate preparation for IB courses. Registration for this course is made by teacher placement only.

MATH 11

Course Number: 3041

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 11-12

Prerequisite: Math 10 or Math 10 Advanced

This integrated course is the first year of a two-year progression designed for non-IB students that builds on the Math 9 and 10 sequence. The curriculum integrates U.S. Common Core standards with Chile’s Ministry of Education learning expectations. Topics include logarithms and logarithmic functions, modeling with trigonometric functions, and Euclidean geometry. Students will engage in open-ended problem solving to acquire a strong understanding of mathematical concepts with particular emphasis on inquiry, discussion and communication of reasoning. While not an exam prep course, there is some consideration for PAES, SAT and ACT tests in the approach to teaching and learning. Technology will be used to enhance the exploration and understanding of mathematical concepts. A graphing calculator is required. The TI-84+ family will be used for all classroom demonstrations.

IB MATH SL APPLICATIONS AND INTERPRETATION I

Course Number: 3076

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 11-12

Prerequisite: Math 10 or Math 10 Advanced

This course is the first year of a two-year sequence that will prepare students for their IB Math SL Applications and Interpretation exam. Topics of study are taken from the IB Curriculum Guide and include the conceptual areas of numbers and algebra, functions, geometry and trigonometry, probability and statistics, and calculus. It is for students who are interested in developing their mathematics for describing our world and solving practical problems. They will also be interested in harnessing the power of technology alongside exploring mathematical models. Students who take Mathematics: applications and interpretation will be those who enjoy mathematics best when seen in a practical context A graphing calculator is required. The TI-84+ family will be used for all demonstrations.

IB MATH SL ANALYSIS AND APPROACHES I

Course Number: 3081

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 11-12

Prerequisite: Math 10 or Math 10 Advanced

This course is the first year of a two-year sequence that will prepare students for their IB Math SL Analysis and Approaches exam. Topics of study are taken from the IB Curriculum Guide and include the conceptual areas of numbers and algebra, functions, geometry and trigonometry, probability and statistics, and calculus. It is intended for students who enjoy developing mathematical arguments, problem solving and exploring real and abstract applications, with and without technology. A graphing calculator is required. The TI-84+ family will be used for all demonstrations.

IB MATH HL APPLICATIONS AND INTERPRETATION I

Course Number: 3078

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 11

Prerequisite: Math 10 Advanced

As the first year of a rigorous two-year sequence, this course recognizes the increasing role that mathematics and technology play in a diverse range of fields in a data-rich world. As such, it emphasizes the meaning of mathematics in context by focusing on topics that are often used as applications or in mathematical modeling. To give this understanding a firm base, this course also includes topics that are traditionally part of a pre-university mathematics course such as calculus and statistics. Students will make extensive use of technology to explore and construct mathematical models. Students will also develop mathematical thinking, often in the context of a practical problem and using technology to justify conjectures. Students who wish to pursue this course at HL should have good algebraic skills, enjoy exploring challenging problems and who are comfortable to undertake this exploration using technology (IB Guide, 2020). A graphing calculator is required. The TI-84+ family will be used for all demonstrations.

IB MATH HL ANALYSIS AND APPROACHES I

Course Number: 3083

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 11

Prerequisite: Math 10 Advanced

As the first of a rigorous two-year sequence, this course recognizes the need for analytical expertise in a world where innovation is increasingly dependent on a deep understanding of mathematics. This course includes topics that are both traditionally part of a pre-university mathematics course (for example, functions, trigonometry, calculus) as well as topics that are amenable to investigation, conjecture and proof, for instance the study of sequences and series, and proof by induction. The course allows the use of technology, as fluency in relevant mathematical software and hand-held technology is important regardless of choice of course. However, this course has a strong emphasis on the ability to construct, communicate and justify correct mathematical arguments. Students who wish to pursue this course at HL should have strong algebraic skills, the ability to understand simple proof, and who enjoy solving challenging problems (IB Guide, 2020). A graphing calculator is required. The TI-84+ family will be used for all demonstrations.

MATH LAB 4*

Course Number: 3058

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 12

Prerequisite: Teacher Placement

Math Lab 4 provides targeted instruction and comprehensive skill building to support progress in math. These supports may include pre-teaching, re-teaching, direct instruction, accommodations and the use of web-based accelerated math programs. This course is a study of the real number system, dealing with such topics as integers, polynomials, factoring, rational expressions, real numbers, equations, inequalities, graphing of linear and quadratic functions, solving simultaneous equations, laws of exponents, exponential functions, algebraic functions, probability and their applications with real life problems. This course will also help prepare students for standardized and college placement exams. A graphing calculator is required. Registration for this course is made by teacher placement only.

MATH 12

Course Number: 3042

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 12

Prerequisite: Math 11

This integrated course is the second year of a two-year progression designed for non-IB students that builds on the Math 9 and 10 sequence. The curriculum integrates U.S. Common Core standards with Chile’s Ministry of Education learning expectations. Topics include combinatorics, normal and binomial distributions and complex numbers. Students will engage in open-ended problem solving to acquire a strong understanding of mathematical concepts with particular emphasis on inquiry, discussion and communication of reasoning. While not an exam prep course, there is some consideration for PAES, SAT and ACT tests in the approach to teaching and learning. Technology will be used as a learning tool to enhance the exploration and understanding of mathematical concepts. A graphing calculator is required. The TI-84+ family will be used for all demonstrations.

IB MATH SL APPLICATIONS AND INTERPRETATION II

Course Number: 3077

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 12

Prerequisite: IB Math SL Applications and Interpretation I

This course is the second year of a two-year sequence that will prepare students for their IB Math SL Applications and Interpretation exam. It is designed for students who enjoy describing the real world and solving practical problems using mathematics; those who are interested in harnessing the power of technology alongside exploring mathematical models and enjoy the more practical side of mathematics. The internally-assessed component in this course is a mathematical exploration. This is a short report based on a topic chosen by the student, and it should focus on the mathematics of that particular area. It is intended to provide students with opportunities to increase their understanding of mathematical concepts and processes, and to develop a wider appreciation of mathematics. A graphing calculator is required. The TI-84+ family will be used for all demonstrations.

IB MATH SL ANALYSIS AND APPROACHES II

Course Number: 3082

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 12

Prerequisite: IB Math SL Analysis and Approaches I

This course is the second year of a two-year sequence that will prepare students for their IB Math SL Analysis and Approaches exam. It is intended for students who enjoy developing mathematical arguments, problem solving and exploring real and abstract applications, with and without technology. The internally-assessed component in this course is a mathematical exploration. This is a short report based on a topic chosen by the student, and it should focus on the mathematics of that particular area. It is intended to provide students with opportunities to increase their understanding of mathematical concepts and processes, and to develop a wider appreciation of mathematics. A graphing calculator is required. The TI-84+ family will be used for all demonstrations.

IB MATH HL APPLICATIONS AND INTERPRETATION II

Course Number: 3079

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 12

Prerequisite: IB Math HL Applications and Interpretation I

This course is the second year of a rigorous two-year sequence that will prepare students for their IB Math HL Applications and Interpretation exam. It is designed for students who enjoy describing the real world and solving practical problems using mathematics; those who are interested in harnessing the power of technology alongside exploring mathematical models and enjoy the more practical side of mathematics. The internally-assessed component in this course is a mathematical exploration. This is a short report based on a topic chosen by the student, and it should focus on the mathematics of that particular area. It is intended to provide students with opportunities to increase their understanding of mathematical concepts and processes, and to develop a wider appreciation of mathematics. A graphing calculator is required. The TI-84+ family will be used for all demonstrations.

IB MATH HL ANALYSIS AND APPROACHES II

Course Number: 3084

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 12

Prerequisite: IB Math HL Analysis and Approaches I

This course is the second year of a rigorous two-year sequence that will prepare students for their IB Math HL Analysis and Approaches exam. It is intended for students who wish to pursue studies in mathematics at university or subjects that have a large mathematics content. HL AA students enjoy developing mathematical arguments, problem solving and exploring real and abstract applications, with and without technology. The internally-assessed component in this course is a mathematical exploration. This is a short report based on a topic chosen by the student, and it should focus on the mathematics of that particular area. It is intended to provide students with opportunities to increase their understanding of mathematical concepts and processes, and to develop a wider appreciation of mathematics. A graphing calculator is required. The TI-84+ family will be used for all demonstrations.

SCIENCE 9

Course Number: 4011

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 9

Prerequisite: n/a

This course, for all 9th grade students, includes the study of ecosystems, and how human factors and personal choice affect other factors within shared systems. Further study will include investigation of the human body and how behaviors affect health by focusing on the digestive, circulatory, respiratory and nervous systems. Strong emphasis will be placed on scientific investigation skills including: planning, data collection, data processing and presentation, and evaluation as well as scientific research. Students will be assessed on these skills as well as the content of the topics addressed.

SCIENCE 10

Course Number: 4012

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 10

Prerequisite: Science 9

This course, for all 10th grade students, addresses topics in matter and energy, solution chemistry, motion, and forces. Strong emphasis will be placed on scientific investigation skills including: planning, data collection, data processing and presentation, and evaluation as well as scientific research.  Students will be assessed on these skills as well as the content of the topics addressed. Engineering projects and investigations are an integral part of every unit.

ASTRONOMY

Course Number: 4019

Credit Value: .5

Grade level: 11/12

Prerequisite: Science 10

This course is an introduction to the principles and practices of modern astronomy. The course compares the geology, hydrology, and atmospheric chemistry of Earth with data collected on the planets in our solar system. The second part of the course surveys extra-solar bodies, such as stars and exoplanets, to gain an understanding of how stars affect the formation of the planets in their solar system. The course will emphasize how modern astronomers use technology such as telescopes, probes, and rovers as scientific platforms to gather data on our planet and planets beyond our solar system. Students may have a chance to take a field trip to one of the major telescopes in the region; part of the cost must be assumed by the family.

GLOBAL HEALTH

Course Number: 4024

Credit Value: .5

Grade level: 11/12

Prerequisite: Science 10

In this course, students will examine the global public-health challenges facing the world today. Students will evaluate case studies and analyze data sets and models in order to explore the political, environmental, and social factors that strengthen or weaken a society's ability to successfully respond to health problems. Topics addressed include the biology of infectious disease, the quantitative measures associated with health issues, and the role of global health policy initiatives.

ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE

Course Number: 4021

Credit Value: .5

Grade level: 11-12

Prerequisite: Science 10

In this course students will examine equity in access to environmental resources (clean air, land, and water) and to the decision making process that regulates and or limits access to these resources. Students will evaluate case studies and analyze data sets and models in order to learn about inequities that currently exist and the impact and effectiveness of national and global solutions, such as the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDG’s).

ENGINEERING

Course Number: 4026

Credit Value: .5

Grade level: 11-12

Prerequisite: Science 10

This course is an introduction to the principles and practices of engineering. The course emphasizes the use of mathematical principles to design and then build various structures including towers, bridges, turbines, trebuchets, hydraulic arms, and vehicles, such as boats, airplanes, and rockets. The DIY nature of this course will introduce students to the safe use of scroll saws, routers, jigs, and other wood-working tools for the purpose of constructing various machines which students will test against their theoretical models.

IB BIOLOGY SLI

Course Number: 4050

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 11-12

Prerequisite: Two successful years of High School Science.

This course is the first year of a two-year course following the IB Biology Standard Level syllabus which prepares students to take the IB Biology SL exam in May of the second year. It may be taken as a stand alone general high school biology course. The topics addressed include cells, molecular biology, ecology, energetics, and genetics. Practical work constitutes about 25% of this course and of its assessment and includes participation in the Group 4 Collaborative Project.

IB BIOLOGY HLI

Course Number: 4051

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 11-12

Prerequisite: Two successful years of High School Science.

This course is the first year of a two-year course following the IB Biology Higher Level syllabus and is intended for students who plan to take the IB Biology HL exam in May of the second year. It corresponds generally to an introductory Biology college course. The topics addressed include cells, molecular biology, ecology, energetics, and genetics, from both the core and AHL topics in the IB Biology Syllabus. Practical work constitutes about 25% of this course and of its assessment and includes participation in the Group 4 Collaborative Project.

IB CHEMISTRY SLI

Course Number: 4106

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 11-12

Prerequisite: Two successful years of High School Science.

This course will generally follow the IB Standard Level core syllabus. This may be taken as a stand alone high school chemistry course. The topics addressed include atomic theory, stoichiometry, periodicity, bonding, energetics, kinetics, equilibrium, and acids and bases. Practical work constitutes about 25% of this course and of its assessment and includes participation in the Group 4 Collaborative Project.

IB CHEMISTRY HLI

Course Number: 4107

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 11-12

Prerequisite: Two successful years of High School Science & Math 10 Advanced.

This course is the first year of a two-year course following the IB Chemistry Higher Level syllabus and is intended for students who plan to take the IB Chemistry HL exam in May of the second year. It corresponds generally to an introductory chemistry college course. The topics addressed include atomic theory, stoichiometry, periodicity, bonding, energetics, kinetics, equilibrium, acids and bases, and oxidation - reduction. Practical work constitutes about 25% of this course and of its assessment and includes participation in the Group 4 Collaborative Project.

IB PHYSICS SLI

Course Number: 4205

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 11-12

Prerequisite: Two successful years of High School Science.

Note: This is a math-based course.  Students with strong math skills will be set up to have the most success. This course will generally follow the IB Standard Level core syllabus, serving as both a one-year Physics course and as the first year of the two-year IB SL course. The topics addressed include measurement, mechanics, thermal physics, and waves. Practical work constitutes about 25% of this course and of its assessment and includes participation in the Group 4 Collaborative Project. Laboratory reporting skills will be stressed, fostering those required within the IB criteria.

IB PHYSICS HLI

Course Number: 4206

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 11-12

Prerequisite: Two successful years of High School Science and Math 10 Advanced.

Note: This is a math-based course.  Students with strong math skills will be set up to have the most success. This course will generally follow the IB Higher Level core syllabus, serving as both a one-year Physics course and as the first year of the two-year IB HL course. The topics addressed include measurement, mechanics, thermal physics, waves, nuclear, atomic and quantum physics. Practical work constitutes about 25% of this course and of its assessment and includes participation in the Group 4 Collaborative Project. Laboratory reporting skills will be stressed, fostering those required within the IB criteria.

IB DESIGN TECHNOLOGY SL I

Course Number: 4315

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 11-12

Prerequisite: Two successful years of High School Science. Students must be comfortable using technology.

IB Design Technology aims to develop internationally-minded people whose enhanced understanding of design and the technological world can facilitate our shared guardianship of the planet and create a better world. It focuses on analysis, design development, synthesis and evaluation. The creative tension between theory and practice is what characterizes design technology within the IBDP sciences subject group. This course will serve a one year course in Design Technology or as the first year of a two-year IB course. Units will include: Human factors and ergonomics, resource management and sustainable production, modeling, and material science and manufacturing. Students must participate in the Group 4 Collaborative Project.

Note: IB Design Technology is categorized as an IB Group 4 course; National Plan students should check with the National Plan Coordinator to ensure that this course meets the science prerequisite requirements for university.

IB DESIGN TECHNOLOGY HL I

Course Number: 4316

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 11-12

Prerequisite: Two successful years of High School Science. Students must be comfortable using technology.

IB Design Technology aims to develop internationally-minded people whose enhanced understanding of design and the technological world can facilitate our shared guardianship of the planet and create a better world. It focuses on analysis, design development, synthesis and evaluation. The creative tension between theory and practice is what characterizes design technology within the IBDP sciences subject group. This fast-paced higher level course will serve a one year course in Design Technology or as the first year of a two-year IB course. Units will include: Human factors and ergonomics, user-centered design (UCD), resource management and sustainable production, sustainability, modeling, and material science and manufacturing. Students must participate in the Group 4 Collaborative Project.

Note: IB Design Technology is categorized as an IB Group 4 course; National Plan students should check with the National Plan Coordinator to ensure that this course meets the science prerequisite requirements for university.

IB ENVIRONMENTAL SYSTEMS AND SOCIETY SLI

Course Number: 4305

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 11-12

Prerequisite: Two successful years of High School Science.

This course is the first year of a two-year course following the IB Environmental Systems and Society Syllabus which prepares students to take the IB ESS SL exam in May of the second year.  This course intends to give students a sound, knowledge-based understanding of the interrelationships between ecosystems and societies, focusing on the scientific, ethical and socio-political aspects of environmental issues. The topics addressed include systems and models, ecosystems, conservation of biodiversity, water resources, and environmental value systems. Practical work constitutes about 25% of this course and of its assessment and includes participation in the Group 4 project.

Note: This is a transdisciplinary course. Students taking this course will satisfy the group 3 and 4 IB requirements and may choose another subject from any of the 6 groups to complete their sixth subject for the IB Diploma. For the Nido diploma, one year of science and one year of social studies credit will be awarded; for the national plan diploma two years of science will be awarded.

IB BIOLOGY SLII

Course Number: 4031

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 12

Prerequisite: IB Biology SL I

This course will complete the IB Biology Standard Level syllabus. Students are prepared to take the IB Biology SL exam during May, and complete the 40 hours of practical work required for internal assessment. The topics addressed include evolution, ecology, human physiology and an optional topic. Practical work constitutes about 25% of this course and of its assessment.

IB BIOLOGY HL II

Course Number: 4041

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 12

Prerequisite: IB Biology HL I

This course will complete the IB Biology Higher Level syllabus, finishing students’ preparation for the IB Biology HL exam in May, as well as completing the 60 hours of practical work required for internal assessment. The topics addressed include evolution, ecology, plant science, human physiology and an optional topic. Practical work constitutes about 25% of this course and of its assessment. Students may expect to receive work over vacation periods.

IB CHEMISTRY SL II

Course Number: 4101

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 12

Prerequisite: IB Chemistry SL I

This course will complete the IB Standard Level Chemistry syllabus. The course prepares students to take the IB Chemistry SL exam during May. The topics addressed include oxidation - reduction, advanced thermodynamics, organic chemistry, and optional topics. Practical work will constitute about 25% of the course and its assessment.

IB CHEMISTRY HL II

Course Number: 4103

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 12

Prerequisite:IB Chemistry HLI

This course will complete the IB Chemistry Higher Level syllabus, finishing students’ preparation for the IB Chemistry HL exam in May. The topics addressed include oxidation - reduction, advanced thermodynamics, organic chemistry, and optional topics. Practical work will constitute about 25% of the course and its assessment.

IB PHYSICS SL II

Course Number: 4202

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 12

Prerequisite: IB Physics SL I

This course will complete the IB SL syllabus. The topics covered include electricity, magnetism, energy sources and one extension topic to be chosen by the class. This second year course will focus on preparation for the May IB Exam. Practical work will constitute about 25% of the course and its assessment. Laboratory reporting will emphasize completion of the students IB portfolio for submission to external moderation.

IB PHYSICS HL II

Course Number: 4204

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 12

Prerequisite: IB Physics HL I

This course will complete the IB HL syllabus. The topics covered include electricity, magnetism, energy sources and one extension topic to be chosen by the class. This second year course will focus on preparation for the May IB Exam. Practical work will constitute about 25% of the course and its assessment. Laboratory reporting will emphasize completion of the students IB portfolio for submission to external moderation.

IB DESIGN TECHNOLOGY SL II

Course Number: 4317

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 11-12

Prerequisite: IB Design Technology SL I

In the second year of this two-year IB course, Design Technology specifically focuses on the units of: Innovation and Design and Classic Design. DP Design Technology achieves a high level of design literacy by enabling students to develop critical-thinking and design skills, which they can apply in a practical context. While designing may take various forms, it will involve the selective application of knowledge within an ethical framework. This year students will further apply the skills they learned throughout the course and will complete their Design Project which serves as the IB Internal Assessment.

Note: IB Design Technology is categorized as an IB Group 4 course; National Plan students should check with the National Plan Coordinator to ensure that this course meets the science prerequisite requirements for university.

IB DESIGN TECHNOLOGY HL II

Course Number: 4318

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 11-12

Prerequisite: IB Design Technology HL I

In the second year of this two-year IB course, Design Technology HL specifically focuses on the units of: Innovation and Design, Innovation and Markets, Classic Design and Commercial Production. DP Design Technology achieves a high level of design literacy by enabling students to develop critical-thinking and design skills, which they can apply in a practical context. While designing may take various forms, it will involve the selective application of knowledge within an ethical framework. This year students will further apply the skills they learned throughout the course and will complete their Design Project which serves as the IB Internal Assessment.

Note: IB Design Technology is categorized as an IB Group 4 course; National Plan students should check with the National Plan Coordinator to ensure that this course meets the science prerequisite requirements for university.

IB ENVIRONMENTAL SYSTEMS AND SOCIETY SL II

Course Number: 4310

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 11-12

Prerequisite: IB Environmental Systems and Society SLI

This course will complete the IB syllabus. The topics studied include soils and food production, atmospheric science and climate change, and human population and resource use. Practical work constitutes about 25% of this course and of its assessment.

Note: This is a transdisciplinary course. Students taking this course will satisfy the group 3 and 4 IB requirements and may choose another subject from any of the 6 groups to complete their sixth subject for the IB Diploma. For the Nido diploma, one year of science and one year of social studies credit will be awarded; for the national plan diploma two years of science will be awarded.

SPANISH 9

Course Number: 5000

Credit Value: 1

SPANISH AS A FIRST LANGUAGE

Grade level: 9

Prerequisite: N/A

El programa de Español tiene como propósito desarrollar habilidades en el plano de la oralidad, lectura y escritura dirigido a estudiantes nativos; no obstante, se admite a estudiantes no nativos que posean habilidades en español como primera lengua. A partir de la lectura se logra conocer los contextos de producción, características y tópicos de obras literarias clásicas de distintos periodos de la historia, potenciando habilidades y estrategias de comprensión lectora. Se estudiarán textos expositivos, descriptivos, narrativos y poéticos.

SPANISH 10

Course Number: 5010

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 10

Prerequisite: Spanish 9

El programa de Español busca desarrollar y potenciar las competencias lingüísticas de lectura, escritura y oralidad a través de textos literarios y no literarios. Para ello el curso se implementa por medio del estudio de la literatura y la lengua española.

Este curso está destinado a desarrollar la capacidad de análisis literario a partir del estudio de obras literarias clásicas y contemporáneas. Junto a la investigación de los contextos de producción y de generación artística, los estudiantes aplicarán los elementos propios de la teoría literaria. El curso pondrá especial atención al Mundo Fantástico y al Mundo del Realismo Mágico para reflexionar sobre las problemáticas del ser humano planteadas en las obras.

Se estudiará en detalle el discurso expositivo como medio de intercambio de informaciones y conocimientos.

SPANISH 11

Course Number: 5030

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 11

Prerequisite: Spanish 10

Este curso está centrado en el desarrollo de las habilidades de comprensión lectora y escritura de textos especializados a través de la investigación y la discusión de temas relevantes en la sociedad actual. Los estudiantes desarrollarán su competencia lingüística en la exploración de distintos tipos discursivos, la investigación de información, y la escritura de textos expositivos, argumentativos, periodísticos y literarios. Se fomenta, además, la profundización en la lectura crítica y la argumentación de opiniones en un contexto de respeto y apertura al diálogo.

SPANISH 12

Course Number: 5031

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 12

Prerequisite: Spanish 11

El programa de Español busca desarrollar y potenciar las competencias lingüísticas de lectura, escritura y oralidad a partir del examen de textos literarios y no literarios. Asimismo, se trabajará la transdisciplinariedad a través de la evaluación y comparación de obras literarias y cinematográficas.

En este curso se profundizará y perfeccionará la capacidad de análisis literario de los estudiantes mediante el estudio de textos líricos, narrativos y dramáticos modernos y contemporáneos. Los alumnos serán capaces de relacionar obras particulares con sus contextos de producción y de recepción y de analizar piezas con un alto nivel de complejidad en distintos formatos de discurso oral y escrito. Además, se dará énfasis al estudio de distintos modos textuales no literarios, como el comentario, la crítica y el ensayo académico. Para dominar estos formatos los alumnos tendrán que manejar la estructura básica del texto argumentativo.

IB SPANISH A: LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE SL I

Course Number: 5042

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 11

Prerequisite: Spanish 10/ Spanish B-3/ Spanish B-4, and teacher recommendation.

Este curso de Lengua y Literatura es el primer año del programa de dos y está diseñado para alumnos que hablan Español en forma nativa o casi nativa. Este curso tiene como objetivo desarrollar habilidades de análisis de texto y que los alumnos comprendan que tanto los textos literarios como los no literarios pueden ser considerados como autónomos y al mismo tiempo simultáneamente relacionados a ciertas prácticas de lectura determinadas por la cultura. Los alumnos estudian literatura de diferentes períodos, estilos, géneros y culturas y también las formas de influencia de los medios de comunicación en el desarrollo de la lengua y la cultura española. Los principales objetivos de este programa son desarrollar la expresión oral y escrita, estimular el pensamiento crítico, y comprender cómo la lengua, la cultura y el contexto determinan las formas a través de las cuales se construye significado en los textos. Los alumnos también aprenderán a escribir en estilos usados por los medios de comunicación.

En este curso se estudian un mínimo de 4 textos literarios tanto traducidos como escritos originalmente en español, y un corpus de textos no literarios acorde a la extensión y temáticas del curso.

Las evaluaciones del Programa IB consideran la escritura de un análisis de texto guiado, un ensayo comparativo y la grabación de un comentario oral de texto.

IB SPANISH A: LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE HL I

Course Number: 5044

Grade level: 11

Prerequisite: Spanish 10/ Spanish B-3/ Spanish B-4, and teacher recommendation. Este curso de Lengua y Literatura es el primer año del programa de dos y está diseñado para alumnos que hablan Español en forma nativa o casi nativa. Este curso tiene como objetivo desarrollar habilidades de análisis de texto y que los alumnos comprendan que tanto los textos literarios como los no literarios pueden ser considerados como autónomos y al mismo tiempo simultáneamente relacionados a ciertas prácticas de lectura determinadas por la cultura. Los alumnos estudian literatura de diferentes períodos, estilos, géneros y culturas y también las formas de influencia de los medios de comunicación en el desarrollo de la lengua y la cultura española. Los principales objetivos de este programa son desarrollar la expresión oral y escrita, estimular el pensamiento crítico, y comprender cómo la lengua, la cultura y el contexto determinan las formas a través de las cuales se construye significado en los textos. Los alumnos también aprenderán a escribir en estilos usados por los medios de comunicación.

Credit Value: 1

En este curso se estudian un mínimo de 6 textos literarios tanto traducidos como escritos originalmente en Español, y un corpus de textos no literarios acorde a la extensión y temáticas del curso.

Las evaluaciones del Programa IB consideran la escritura de un análisis de texto guiado, un ensayo comparativo, la grabación de un comentario oral de texto y, además, un ensayo entre 1200 y 1500 palabras.

IB SPANISH A: LITERATURE SL I

Course Number: 5040

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 11

Prerequisite: Spanish 10 and departmental recommendation

Este curso está orientado a alumnos nacionales e internacionales que dominen la Lengua Española y sus reglas de combinación en el manejo de un lenguaje con una variedad de estilos, registros y propósitos comunicativos.

El Programa de Literatura IB como primera lengua, se centra exclusivamente en textos literarios para lo cual se asumirán diversos enfoques de la crítica textual.

Los alumnos exploran la naturaleza de la Literatura, la Función Estética del Lenguaje Literario y la relación entre la Literatura y las Cuestiones Globales, promoviendo el desarrollo de una Mentalidad Internacional y un Aprendizaje Autónomo y Creativo.

Las Áreas de Exploración del Programa de Literatura giran en torno a los criterios de :

· Lectores, Escritores y Textos

· Tiempo y Espacio Intertextualidad

En este curso se estudian 9 textos literarios tanto traducidos como escritos originalmente en Español y las evaluaciones del Programa IB consideran la grabación de un Comentario Oral y dos Pruebas Escritas en Español.

IB SPANISH A: LITERATURE HL I

Course Number: 5050

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 11

Prerequisite: Spanish 10 and departmental recommendation.

Este curso está orientado a alumnos nacionales e internacionales que dominen la Lengua Española y sus reglas de combinación en el manejo de un lenguaje con una variedad de estilos, registros y propósitos comunicativos.

El Programa de Literatura IB como primera lengua, se centra exclusivamente en textos literarios para lo cual se asumirán diversos enfoques de la crítica textual.

Los alumnos exploran la naturaleza de la Literatura, la Función Estética del Lenguaje Literario y la relación entre la Literatura y las Cuestiones Globales, promoviendo el desarrollo de una Mentalidad Internacional y un Aprendizaje Autónomo y Creativo.

Las Áreas de Exploración del Programa de Literatura giran en torno a los criterios de :

· Lectores, Escritores y Textos

Tiempo y Espacio

Intertextualidad

En este curso se estudian 13 textos literarios tanto traducidos como escritos originalmente en Español y las evaluaciones del Programa IB consideran la escritura de un Ensayo de entre 1200 y 1500 palabras , la grabación de un Comentario Oral y dos Pruebas Escritas en Español.

IB SPANISH A: LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE HL II

Course Number: 5045

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 12

Prerequisite: IB Spanish A: Language & Literature HL I

Este curso de Lengua y Literatura es el segundo año del programa de dos y está diseñado para alumnos que hablan Español en forma nativa o casi nativa. Este curso tiene como objetivo desarrollar habilidades de análisis de texto y que los alumnos comprendan que tanto los textos literarios como los no literarios pueden ser considerados como autónomos y al mismo tiempo simultáneamente relacionados a ciertas prácticas de lectura determinadas por la cultura. Los alumnos estudian literatura de diferentes períodos, estilos, géneros y culturas y también las formas de influencia de los medios de comunicación en el desarrollo de la lengua y la cultura española. Los principales objetivos de este programa son desarrollar la expresión oral y escrita, estimular el pensamiento crítico, y comprender cómo la lengua, la cultura y el contexto determinan las formas a través de las cuales se construye significado en los textos. Los alumnos también aprenderán a escribir en estilos usados por los medios de comunicación.

En este curso se estudian un mínimo de 6 textos literarios tanto traducidos como escritos originalmente en español, y un corpus de textos no literarios acorde a la extensión y temáticas del curso.

Las evaluaciones del Programa IB consideran la escritura de un análisis de texto guiado, un ensayo comparativo, la grabación de un comentario oral de texto y, además, un ensayo entre 1200 y 1500 palabras.

IB SPANISH A: LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE SL II

Course Number: 5043

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 12

Prerequisite: IB Spanish A: Language & Literature SL I

Este curso de Lengua y Literatura es el segundo año del programa de dos y está diseñado para alumnos que hablan Español en forma nativa o casi nativa. Este curso tiene como objetivo desarrollar habilidades de análisis de texto y que los alumnos comprendan que tanto los textos literarios como los no literarios pueden ser considerados como autónomos y al mismo tiempo simultáneamente relacionados a ciertas prácticas de lectura determinadas por la cultura. Los alumnos estudian literatura de diferentes períodos, estilos, géneros y culturas y también las formas de influencia de los medios de comunicación en el desarrollo de la lengua y la cultura española. Los principales objetivos de este programa son desarrollar la expresión oral y escrita, estimular el pensamiento crítico, y comprender cómo la lengua, la cultura y el contexto determinan las formas a través de las cuales se construye significado en los textos. Los alumnos también aprenderán a escribir en estilos usados por los medios de comunicación.

En este curso se estudian un mínimo de 4 textos literarios tanto traducidos como escritos originalmente en Español, y un corpus de textos no literarios acorde a la extensión y temáticas del curso.

Las evaluaciones del Programa IB consideran la escritura de un análisis de texto guiado, un ensayo comparativo y la grabación de un comentario oral de texto.

IB SPANISH A: LITERATURE SL II

Course Number: 5041

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 12

Prerequisite: IB Spanish A: Literature SLI

Este es el segundo curso de una secuencia de dos años con la cual se alcanzan los requerimientos del examen de Bachillerato Internacional de español A, Nivel Medio. Ver detalle en el primer año.

IB SPANISH A: LITERATURE HL II

Course Number: 5051

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 12

Prerequisite: IB Spanish A: Literature HLI

Este es el segundo curso de una secuencia de dos años con la cual se cumplen los requerimientos del Bachillerato Internacional de Español A, Nivel Superior. Ver detalle en el primer año.

SPANISH B1

Course Number: 5150

Credit Value: 1

SPANISH AS AN ADDITIONAL LANGUAGE

Grade level: 9-12

Prerequisite: Placement Test

Spanish B1 (Novice Level) is an introduction to the pronunciation, and functional vocabulary for everyday communication. The four language skills of listening-understanding, speaking, reading and writing are emphasized following the ACTFL Standards. Students are made aware of the cultural aspects of the language, and the particular culture of Spanish speaking societies. Students will be able to follow and participate in simple interactions.

SPANISH B2

Course Number: 5151

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 9-12

Prerequisite: Spanish B1 or Placement Test

This course, Spanish B2 (Novice High Level) emphasizes the four language skills, following the ACTFL Standards.grammar, and vocabulary in order to develop communication with a good command of the mechanism of the language. Cultural aspects of the language and the particular culture of Spanish speaking societies are studied. The student will be able to read and write comprehensively and use the languages interactively.

SPANISH B3

Course Number: 5152

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 9-12

Prerequisite: Spanish B2 or Placement Test

This course, Spanish B3 (Intermediate Mid ACTFL Level) focuses on the development of the linguistic potential of students following the ACTFL Standards by enabling them to use Spanish as a means for oral and written communication. Students should have a good command of verbal and grammatical patterns and apply them in their conversations and writing. There will be challenges to use Spanish to solve real problems by using their language reception and production skills. Students will interpret feelings, values, and ideas that are characteristic of Spanish culture. A variety of authentic texts are read, discussed and used as a support for the language structures being studied. This class is a prerequisite to go to IB Spanish SLI.

SPANISH B4

Course Number: 5153

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 9-12

Prerequisite: Spanish B3 or placement test

This course, Spanish B4 (Intermediate High ACTFL Level) focuses on the development of the linguistic potential of students following the ACTFL Standards by enabling them to use Spanish as a means for oral and written communication. Students should have a good command of the whole spectrum of grammatical patterns in order to apply them in their conversations and writing. There will be challenges to use Spanish to solve real problems by using their language reception and production skills. Students will interpret feelings, values, and ideas, which are characteristic of Spanish culture. A variety of authentic cultural themes and texts will be studied as a preparation for the IB Spanish SL I or HLI classes.

IB SPANISH AB INITIO SLI

Course Number: 5202

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 11-12

Prerequisite: Placement test

This course is a Spanish learning course for beginners, designed to be followed over two years by students who have almost no previous experience of learning Spanish. The main focus of the course is on acquisition of language required for purposes and situations usual in everyday social interactions. The IB Spanish ab initio aims to develop a variety of linguistic skills, and a basic awareness of the cultures using the language, through the study of a core syllabus.

IB SPANISH B SLI

Course Number: 5205

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 11

Prerequisite: Spanish B3, B4, or departmental recommendation

This course is the first year of a two-year sequence which fulfills the requirements of the International Baccalaureate (Syllabus B) in Spanish, Standard level examination. It is designed for International students whose native language is not Spanish and who do not have complete fluency in the language. Students must, however, demonstrate adequate use of Spanish in order to exercise their language reception and production skills by exploring authentic Spanish language materials.

IB SPANISH B HLI

Course Number: 5200

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 11

Prerequisite: IB Spanish B SLI / Spanish B4 or departmental recommendation

This course is the first year of a two-year sequence, which fulfills the requirements of the International Baccalaureate (syllabus B) in Spanish, Higher-level examination. It is designed for International students whose native language is not Spanish but have a high fluency in the language. Students are required to exercise their reception and production skills throughout the entire course as they comply with the core syllabus plus the options offered by the program.

IB SPANISH A: LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE SLI

Course Number: 5042

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 11

Prerequisite: Spanish 10/ Spanish B-4, and teacher recommendation.

En este curso se leen y estudian cuatro obras literarias y una serie de textos no literarios pertinentes al programa. Al examinar las diversas formas literarias y tipos textuales junto con lecturas secundarias adecuadas, los alumnos investigan la naturaleza de la lengua y cómo esta influye en la identidad y en la cultura hispanoamericana. Los enfoques de este programa son amplios; se desafía a los alumnos a pensar en la importancia de los siete conceptos fundamentales —identidad, cultura, creatividad, comunicación, perspectiva, transformación y representación— y en qué medida los alumnos, a través de una lectura personal, logran reflexionar sobre dichas temáticas.

IB SPANISH AB INITIO SLII

Course Number: 5203

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 12

Prerequisite: IB Spanish Ab Initio SLI

This course is the second year of a two-year sequence, which fulfills the requirements of the International Baccalaureate (syllabus Ab Initio) in Spanish, Standard Level examination. See above.

IB SPANISH B SL II

Course Number: 5206

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 11-12

Prerequisite: IB Spanish B SLI

This course is the second year of a two-year sequence, which fulfills the requirements of the International Baccalaureate (syllabus B) in Spanish, Standard Level examination. During this second year, students complete the core syllabus of five thematic areas: Identidades, Experiencias, Ingenio Humano, Organización social y Cómo compartimos el planeta. At the completion of this course, the students achieve a level equivalent to B1 of the Common European Framework of Reference.

IB SPANISH B HL II

Course Number: 5201

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 12

Prerequisite: IB Spanish B HLI

This course is the second year of a two-year sequence, which fulfills the requirements of the International Baccalaureate (syllabus B) in Spanish, higher level examination. During this second year, students complete the core syllabus of five thematic areas: Identidades, Experiencias, Ingenio Humano, Organización Social, Cómo compartimos el planeta. In addition, they read two works of literature. At the completion of this course, the students achieve a level equivalent to B2 of the Common European Framework of Reference.

IB SPANISH A: LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE SLII

Course Number: 5043

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 12

Prerequisite: Spanish A: Language & Literature SLI

Se examina y profundiza en torno a los enfoques desarrollados en el primer año del programa. Estos se centran en el estudio de los significados de los textos estrechamente vinculados con los contextos sociales y culturales en los que se producen y se consumen: estructuralismo, posestructuralismo, marxismo, psicoanálisis y teoría de la recepción, entre otros. En general, se revisan textos de diversa naturaleza pertinentes al programa y se comprenden a partir de teorías literarias del siglo XX: el neohistoricismo, el materialismo cultural, la teoría feminista, la teoría de género, el poscolonialismo, la teoría crítica de la raza, de la discapacidad y la ecocrítica.

MANDARIN CHINESE I

Course Number: 5500

Credit Value: 1

MANDARIN CHINESE

Grade level: 9-12

Prerequisite: N/A

This course is an introduction to Mandarin Chinese (Novice ACTFL Level) where students learn through speaking, listening, reading and writing. Students will learn simplified Chinese characters. The course aims to develop an awareness of Chinese culture and a variety of language skills in the five dimensions of interpersonal communication, presentational speaking, presentational writing, interpretive listening and interpretive reading. By the end of year I, students are expected to master approximately 200 single characters and be able to read very basic Chinese texts within 400 characters without Pinyin. Classroom work is supplemented with videos on Chinese art, films and culture activities. This class is conducted in Chinese and English. It is open to the High School students with no or little previous experience of learning Mandarin Chinese.

MANDARIN CHINESE II (NOVICE HIGH ACTFL)

Course Number: 5510

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 9-12

Prerequisite: Mandarin Chinese I

This course is a continuation of Mandarin Chinese I with focus on vocabulary and expressions of common usage. The course aims to develop an awareness of Chinese culture and history, as well as a variety of language skills in the five dimensions of interpersonal communication, presentational speaking, presentational writing, interpretive listening and interpretive reading. By the end of year II, students are expected to read the Chinese texts within 500 characters without pinyin and master approximately 300 single Chinese characters. Students are expected to write short essays (300 characters) related to the language studied. Class is conducted mostly in Chinese and some English. It is open to the High School students who have completed Mandarin Chinese I or with the equivalent level.

IB MANDARIN AB INITIO SLI*

Course Number: 5520

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 11

Prerequisite: Mandarin Chinese I recommended but no prerequisite required

IB Mandarin Ab initio course is a language program for beginners, designed to be followed over two years by students with little or no previous experience of learning Mandarin Chinese. The main focus of the course is acquisition of language required for purposes and situations usual in everyday social interaction. The IB Mandarin Ab initio SL course aims to develop a variety of language skills, and awareness of Chinese culture. Topic areas comprise: the individual and society, leisure and work, urban and rural environment. Students must complete oral coursework (externally assessed or moderated), and sit two external written examinations. *This course is only offered online to students through Pamoja Education. Additional annual fees apply.

IB MANDARIN AB INITIO SLII*

Course Number: 5521

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 12

Prerequisite: IB Mandarin AB Initio SLI

This course is the second year of a two-year sequence, which fulfills the requirements of the International Baccalaureate (Syllabus Language ab initio) in Mandarin Chinese, Standard Level examination. *This course is only offered online to students through Pamoja Education. Additional annual fees apply.

FIRST YEAR SEMINAR

Course Number: 8064

Credit Value: 1

INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES

Grade level: 9

Prerequisite: N/A

The First Year Seminar course is an innovative, yearlong course that studies human wellbeing through the lens of design thinking. Students will explore topics related to self-identity, health education, mindfulness, and study skills while applying design technology strategies and mindsets to answer questions about themselves, their communities, and the world. Throughout the course, students will practice and develop skills essential for high school success. This course is required for all ninth grade students. Upon successful completion, students will earn .5 credit in health and .5 credit in technology.

CHANGEMAKERS

Course Number:

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 10

Prerequisite: N/A

The United Nations’ (UN) Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) set out a comprehensive, global vision to address the grand challenges of our times and a resolve for “peace and prosperity for people and the planet, now and into the future.” The curriculum of the high school Changemakers course will fuse academic standards from the C3 Framework for social studies, the National Core Arts Standards for the Arts, the ISTE standards for technology, and the United Nations’ Global Goals. Using an integrated, student-centered approach to inquiry, students will seek to ask questions, gather evidence, find actionable solutions, and communicate the learned outcomes to promote change. This course is required for all tenth grade students. Upon successful completion, students will earn .5 credit in social studies and .5 credit in art/design.

FOUNDATIONS OF ART

Course Number: 6005

Credit Value: .5

VISUAL ARTS

Grade level: 9-12

Prerequisite: N/A

This is an introductory course to the visual arts designed to provide a variety of activities that will allow students to acquire and apply skills using various media and techniques which include drawing, painting, cut outs, printing, and three-dimensional constructions. Emphasis is given to the Elements of Art and Principles of Design which are explored and developed in various techniques and styles through the exploration of a wide range of 2D and 3D art works. Concepts of aesthetic, art appreciation, and art criticism are presented through the introduction of Art History, stimulating awareness and an understanding of the Visual Arts. This course provides the necessary foundations in skills for all other art courses and is a prerequisite for the IB Visual Art courses.

VISUAL ARTS 2D LAB*

Course Number: 6038

Credit Value: .5

Grade level: 10-12

Prerequisite: Foundations of Art

This course is designed to meet the needs of students who wish to deepen their understanding of 2D Visual Art in drawing, painting and printmaking. Students will build upon skills and knowledge learned in the Foundations course in a series of projects that will also allow for autonomy in terms of outcomes and media. Students will be continually encouraged to expand their creative ideas as well as their technical potential and critical thinking. Materials may include: pencil, pen, chalk, charcoal, ink, acrylic, oil and watercolor paint on a variety of surfaces. *This course may be repeated for credit

VISUAL ARTS MIXED MEDIA LAB*

Course Number: 6036

Credit Value: .5

Grade level: 10-12

Prerequisite: Foundations of Artl

This course is designed to meet the needs of students who wish to explore a combination of different media within their artworks. Students will build upon skills and knowledge learned in the Foundations course in a series of projects that will allow for autonomy in terms of outcomes and media. In this course, techniques such as batik, embroidery and tie-dye may be explored along with a variety of painting, drawing and collaging techniques. Materials that may be used in conjunction with each other might include paper, fabrics, cardboard, paint and drawing materials. *This course may be repeated for credit

VISUAL ARTS 3D LAB*

Course Number: 6045

Credit Value: .5

Grade level: 10-12

Prerequisite: Foundations of Artl

This course is designed to meet the needs of students who wish to explore the elements of Form and deepen their understanding of 3D Visual Art in Sculpture and Ceramics. Students will build upon skills and knowledge learned in the Foundations course in a series of projects that will allow for autonomy in terms of outcomes and media. Students will be continually encouraged to expand their creative ideas as well as their technical potential and critical thinking. Materials may include: Clay, wire, gesso, wood, plaster, paint, recycled materials. Methods may include: Construction, modeling, clay hand building, carving and papier-mache. *This course may be repeated for credit

IB VISUAL ARTS SL I

Course Number: 6043

Grade level: 11

Prerequisite: Foundation of Art and a semester course. or portfolio and teacher recommendation. This course  is the first year of the two-year IB Visual Arts SL II examination. This two-year program aims to provide students opportunities to make personal, social and cultural and aesthetic experiences meaningful through the language of Visual Arts. Students will develop skills and experience using a variety of media, techniques and conceptual forms in order to communicate concepts and ideas. These will be applied in monthly Art Works in an increasingly independent manner. Students will learn to express ideas with confidence and competency, becoming informed, reflective and critical with the arts. Students keep a journal as a record of the thought process behind their work, experimenting with style and medium, and study inspirational artists and art movements. An IB art student is expected to be highly self-motivated, responsible and enjoy working independently. Students are expected to produce in-depth monthly pieces of artwork and carry out periodic gallery visits.

Credit Value: 1

IB VISUAL ARTS HL I

Course Number: 6044

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 11

Prerequisite: Foundation of Art and a semester elective course. or portfolio and teacher recommendation.

This course  is the first year of the two-year IB Visual Arts HL II examination. This two-year program aims to provide students opportunities to make personal, social and cultural and aesthetic experiences meaningful through the language of Visual Arts. Students will develop skills and experience using a variety of media, techniques and conceptual forms in order to communicate concepts and ideas. These will be applied in monthly Art Works in an increasingly independent manner. Students will learn to express ideas with confidence and competency, becoming informed, reflective and critical with the arts. Students keep a journal as a record of the thought process behind their work, experimenting with style and medium, and study inspirational artists and art movements. An IB art student is expected to be highly self-motivated, responsible and enjoy working independently. Students are expected to produce in-depth monthly pieces of artwork and carry out periodic gallery visits.

IB VISUAL ARTS SL II

Course Number: 6041

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 12

Prerequisite: IB Visual Arts I

This is the second year of a two-year sequence, which fulfills the requirements of the IB Visual Arts syllabus Standard Level curriculum. This course is a continuation of the first year in Visual Arts I course. Emphasis will be placed on students expanding their creative potential and the development of their own style. A higher degree of self-motivation and commitment is expected.

IB VISUAL ARTS HL II

Course Number: 6042

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 12

Prerequisite: IB Visual Arts I

This course is the second year of a two-year sequence, which fulfills the requirements of the IB Visual Arts syllabus High-level curriculum. This course is a continuation of the first year in Visual Arts I course. Emphasis will be placed on students expanding their creative potential and the development of their own style. A higher degree of self-motivation and commitment is expected. The level of expectations in High Level is higher than in Standard Level and students are expected to demonstrate a greater degree of both research and artistic productions.

DIGITAL FILMMAKING*

Course Number: 6515

Credit Value: .5

DIGITAL DESIGN & FILM

Grade level: 10-12

Prerequisite: N/A

Digital Filmmaking is a course that serves as a foundation for understanding how meaning is created in film and how to tell an effective story. Through collaborative and independent projects, students will learn the fundamentals of cinematography, directing, editing, sound design, and screenwriting. In addition to narrative film, students who retake this course may explore areas such as animation, special effects, documentary, or film as art. Evaluation in this course will be based on projects and reflections. *This course may be repeated for credit

GRAPHIC DESIGN

Course Number: 6506

Credit Value: .5

Grade level: 10-12

Prerequisite: N/A

Graphic Design focuses on finding creative visual solutions to communication problems using technical skills. In this course, students will learn how to inform, persuade, and attract attention by creating and organizing the elements of typography, images, and white space. Students will complete a variety of authentic projects and will gain a solid foundation in the use of professional design software.

IB

FILM SL I

Course Number: 6503

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 11

Prerequisite: Foundations of Art and Digital Filmmaking are recommended.

Film is both a powerful medium for communication and an art form. IB Film students are interested in making their own films, learning more about movies, analyzing how meaning is created using film language. IB Film students will create a portfolio of their own personal films, as well as collaboratively developed projects over the course of two years. In that time, they will have the opportunity to explore the roles of director, screenwriter, editor, cinematographer and sound designer. As students develop as filmmakers, they will examine contemporary, foreign, classic, and independent films to better understand their role and impact in a variety of cultural contexts. Final assessments for IB over the two year course include a written textual analysis, a comparative study in the form of a video essay, and a series of self-selected films for a curated portfolio.

IB

FILM HL I

Course Number: 6512

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 11

Prerequisite: Foundations of Art and Digital Filmmaking are recommended.

Film is both a powerful medium for communication and an art form. IB Film students are interested in making their own films, learning more about movies, analyzing how meaning is created using film language. IB Film students will create a portfolio of their own personal films, as well as collaboratively developed projects over the course of two years. In that time, they will have the opportunity to explore the roles of director, screenwriter, editor, cinematographer and sound designer. As students develop as filmmakers, they will examine contemporary, foreign, classic, and independent films to better understand their role and impact in a variety of cultural contexts. Final assessments for IB over the two year course include a written textual analysis, a comparative study in the form of a video essay, and a series of self-selected films for a curated portfolio. Additionally, HL students will also create a seven minute film as a collaborative project.

IB

FILM SL II

Course Number: 6504

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 12

Prerequisite: IB Film SLI

Film is both a powerful medium for communication and an art form. IB Film students are interested in making their own films, learning more about movies, analyzing how meaning is created using film language. IB Film students will create a portfolio of their own personal films, as well as collaboratively developed projects over the course of two years. In that time, they will have the opportunity to explore the roles of director, screenwriter, editor, cinematographer and sound designer. As students develop as filmmakers, they will examine contemporary, foreign, classic, and independent films to better understand their role and impact in a variety of cultural contexts. Final assessments for IB over the two year course include a written textual analysis, a comparative study in the form of a video essay, and a series of self-selected films for a curated portfolio.

IB FILM HL II

Course Number: 6513

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 12

Prerequisite: IB Film HL I

Film is both a powerful medium for communication and an art form. IB Film students are interested in making their own films, learning more about movies, analyzing how meaning is created using film language. IB Film students will create a portfolio of their own personal films, as well as collaboratively developed projects over the course of two years. In that time, they will have the opportunity to explore the roles of director, screenwriter, editor, cinematographer and sound designer. As students develop as filmmakers, they will examine contemporary, foreign, classic, and independent films to better understand their role and impact in a variety of cultural contexts. Final assessments for IB over the two year course include a written textual analysis, a comparative study in the form of a video essay, and a series of self-selected films for a curated portfolio. Additionally, HL students will also create a seven minute film as a collaborative project.

FOUNDATIONS OF BAND*

Course Number: 6219

Credit Value: .5

Grade level: 9-12

Prerequisite: N/A

Foundations of Band is designed for students who would like to learn a band instrument ( flute, clarinet, saxophone, trumpet and trombone). Students who join the class may have had a brief experience in 6th grade with their chosen instrument, or they may join as a true beginner. Students will be taught the techniques of playing an instrument and reading music and will collectively present their learning in a concert at the end of the semester. Students who progress quickly to proficiency level will be invited to join the HS Concert Band in future semesters. Otherwise, students may repeat the Foundations course until they reach the required level to move to the HS Concert Band. *This course may be repeated for credit

CONCERT BAND*

Course Number: 6220

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 9-12

Prerequisite: For students who have played woodwind or brass instruments, bass guitar or percussion for 2+ years.

Concert Band is designed for students who play a Concert Band instrument. This class is a mixed level class and students will have the opportunity to mentor and lead instrumental sections. Continued emphasis is given to the development of musicianship skills through a large repertoire of concert band literature and technical studies. There are three areas of study: Solo performance, Group performance and Sight reading. Students log their progress in their ePortfolio. Student involvement in the concerts and other performance activities is central to the grading process. *This course may be repeated for credit

CHOIR*

Course Number: 6247

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 9-12

Prerequisite: N/A

Choir focuses on singing engaging music in a group setting. Starting with simple ‘rounds’, students will learn to sing in harmony, read music, and bring vocal pieces up to a performance standard. Students are guided in vocal techniques that both protect the voice and promote good tone and articulation. Students will choose the songs they sing and will perform these songs in two quarterly concerts per semester. As this is a performance class, participation in the concerts is a graded aspect of the course. No prior experience is necessary. *This course may be repeated for credit.

PERCUSSION*

Course Number: 6418

Credit Value: .5

Grade level: 9-12

Prerequisite: N/A

Students will learn to play both tuned and untuned percussion instruments. They will examine the techniques of playing a wide variety of percussion instruments and focus on playing in time with each other. Students will also develop their ability to read percussion music and create original pieces as a band. As well as practicing and performing exclusive percussion pieces, students will work on the Concert Band repertoire. This class does not require any previous experience in percussion. *This course may be repeated for credit.

GUITAR*

Course Number: 6241

Credit Value: .5

Grade level: 10-12

Prerequisite: N/A

The Guitar course is designed for students interested in developing the basic skills to play this instrument. Students will have the opportunity to achieve the basic rudiments of a guitarist, in terms of techniques and knowledge and to apply it to the performance of songs of their choice and improvisation. The class is based on a variety of individual and group activities with the final goal of giving students the set of skills they need to keep growing as a guitarist even after the class. *This course may be repeated for credit

PIANO*

Course Number: 6416

Credit Value: .5

Grade level: 10-12

Prerequisite: N/A

This course is designed so that students can approach playing the piano at a level appropriate to their experience and in a style of their choosing. Students with no experience will be introduced to functional piano skills and playing by ear, as well as some basic reading skills. Those with more experience, who feel independent in their playing, may choose the music they learn and work towards performance goals.*This course may be repeated for credit

MUSIC CREATION*

Course Number: 6417

Credit Value: .5

Grade level: 9-12

Prerequisite: N/A

If you want to create music, but you don’t know where or how to start, or if you are a songwriter or a music enthusiast and you want to understand more about this art, Music Creation is the class for you. Throughout a variety of activities, you’ll be exposed to the basic rudiments of music theory and learn how to apply these concepts into the music composition process. You’ll also have the opportunity to train your musical ear in intervals, chords and gain a new and deeper understanding of the music you love. There’s no prerequisite for the class. It’s open for all those who love and enjoy music, although, if you are considering taking an IB music class, or following a music career, you should consider taking this class. *This course may be repeated for credit.

IB MUSIC SL I

Course Number: 6210

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 11

Prerequisite: N/A

This course is the first year of the two-year IB Music SL II. The course encourages inquiry into creative practices and performance processes. Music study develops listening, creative and analytical skills, as well as encouraging understanding and international-mindedness. The SL course consists of three, intrinsically linked aspects: exploring music in context, experimenting with music and presenting music. At the end of this course, students will have developed in-depth and advanced skills in aural perception and understanding of music by learning about musical elements such as form and structure, notations, musical terminology and context.  SL students are expected to produce an in-depth portfolio of performances, compositions. research experimentation and investigation, participate and attend concert recitals in and outside of school This course is designed for students who have reached a competent level upon one or more instruments (including voice) and are able to fluently read an intermediate level of music.

IB MUSIC HL I

Course Number: 6211

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 11

Prerequisite: N/A

This course is the first year of the two-year IB Music HL II. The course encourages inquiry into creative practices and performance processes. Music study develops listening, creative and analytical skills, as well as encouraging understanding and international-mindedness. Throughout the course, students are encouraged to explore music in varied and sometimes unfamiliar contexts and are challenged to engage practically with music as researchers, performers and creators. The HL course consists of four, intrinsically linked aspects: exploring music in context, experimenting with music, presenting music and the contemporary music-maker. At the end of this course, students will have developed in-depth and advanced skills in aural perception and understanding of music by learning about musical elements such as form and structure, notations, musical terminology and context. HL students are expected to produce an in-depth portfolio of performances, compositions, research experimentation and investigation, create a project with curated music selections as the contemporary music-maker, and attend concert recitals in and outside of school. This course is for students who have reached an accomplished level on one or more instruments (including voice) and are able to fluently read advanced level music.

IB MUSIC SL II

Course Number: 6212

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 12

Prerequisite: IB Music SL I

This is the second year of a two year sequence, which fulfills the requirements of the IB Music SL curriculum. This course is a continuation of the first year in IB Music SL I course. Students continue to develop their performance and composition portfolios and work towards the final exams.

IB MUSIC HL II

Course Number: 6213

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 12

Prerequisite: IB Music HL I

This is the second year of a two year sequence, which fulfills the requirements of the IB Music HL curriculum. This course is a continuation of the first year in IB Music SL I course. Students continue to develop their performance and composition portfolios and work towards the final exams.

FOUNDATIONS OF THEATER

Course Number: 6147

Credit Value: .5

Grade level: 9-12

Prerequisite: N/A

Theater is a dynamic, collaborative art form that involves the investigation of different cultures, artistic expressions, understanding of stagecraft, as well as actor training. Specifically, this class will focus on the understanding and exploration of Theater; furthermore, the journey from its origins to its contemporary expressions will guide the students to discover and practice this discipline- both on and off stage. This course welcomes all students who wish to dive into the world of theater and acquire new skills for life. This course is performance-based, assessments will be performed on stage at the end of each unit. Rehearsals are mandatory and might be after school.

SPEECH COMMUNICATION

Course Number: 6152

Credit Value: .5

Grade Level: 10-12

Prerequisite: N/A

This course explores the field of speech communications, specifically the composition and presentation of speeches. Students will examine components of public speaking as well as non verbal communication elements of speech and develop confidence and effectiveness in their own public speaking skills. Students will have the opportunity to creatively practice their skills in a variety of settings, such as speaking in front of an audience, creating a podcast, performing a radio play, or exploring a communication medium of their choice.

IMPROV

Course Number: 6104

Credit Value: .5

Grade level: 10-12

Prerequisite: Foundations of Theater

This course will provide the skills for the student to be spontaneous and expand their imagination. The principles and foundations of Improv will be taught in this class. Improvisation is designed to improve listening, collaboration skills and stage presence.The students will learn how to create dramatic situations, characters and build stories through original creation without a script. This course is performance based therefore the class assessment will be performed on stage at the end of each unit. At the end of the semester, there will be an Improv competition amongst the Improvisation classes. Attendance to the Improv Competition will be mandatory.

STAGECRAFT

Course Number: 6153

Credit Value: .5

Grade level: 10-12

Prerequisite: N/A

Stagecraft is a hands-on course that examines the technical and design aspects of performance and how these elements of a show impact the actor’s performance and the audience’s experience. Students will explore light, sound, and AV technologies; production and stage management; set design, costumes, props, and makeup. Students will select an area of focus from the elements of stagecraft studied for their culminating project. Students are expected to demonstrate their learning by supporting school productions, attending rehearsals before the show date and on the performance date.

THEATER LAB*

Course Number: 6149

Credit Value: .5

Grade level: 10-12

Prerequisite: Foundations of Theater

This course is designed for students who want to further explore theater elements and concepts. Students will be able to experiment with different acting techniques, practitioners and mediums to convey a story. This can involve devising original material, writing a play, designing or assembling production, working on scenes and monologues. *This course may be repeated for credit

FOUNDATIONS OF DANCE

Course Number: 6123

Credit Value: .5

Grade level: 9-12

Prerequisite: N/A

The Foundations of Dance course aims for a holistic approach to dance and embraces a variety of dance traditions and dance cultures—past, present and looking towards the future. Performance, creative and analytical skills are mutually developed and valued whether the students are keeping a journal or creating/performing dances. The curriculum provides students with a liberal arts orientation to dance. This orientation facilitates the development of students who may become choreographers, dance scholars, performers or those, more broadly, who seek life enrichment through dance.

DANCE LAB*

Course Number: 6128

Credit Value: .5

Grade level: 10-12

Prerequisite: Foundations of Dance

This is a practical, physical, semester course, based on the exploration of the fundamental dance principles. The student will immerse themselves in the training and investigation of the human body in relation to movement, space, and music. Physically, the class will be developing and understanding the concepts of: strength, flexibility, rhythm, tempo, nonverbal communication, and qualities of movements. Students will acquire the necessary tools and language to comprehend this artistic discipline, appreciating different styles and choreographers. Participating in school events could be part of the assessments of the class, and after-school rehearsals may be required. *This course may be repeated for credit. This course may award fine arts or physical education credit depending on the student’s graduation requirement needs.

FOUNDATIONS OF PE

Course Number: 7040

Credit Value: 0.5

Grade level: 9

Prerequisite: N/A

The Foundations of PE course emphasizes self-management, self-improvement, social responsibility and physical activity for health and wellness. Students will practice developing and implementing plans for self-improvement through a variety of group, team and individual experiences and challenges. Additionally, students will walk away from this foundation course with skills, strategies and tools they can apply in a variety of contexts within and outside of physical education. This course is an introductory course that will set students up for success with HS PE courses and the pursuit of personal passions as a physically active individual.

WILDERNESS ADVENTURE*

Course Number: 7041

Credit Value: 0.5

Grade level: 9-12

Prerequisite: Foundations of PE

Using the Andes Mountains, Pacific Ocean and local foothills as our classroom, students will build their personal fitness while participating in recreation activities that connect them with nature. Some potential activities that students will engage in during this course are hiking, trail running, rock climbing, surfing, sea kayaking, aquatic safety, first-aid and a multi-night backpacking trip. As environmental conservation and personal safety are the top priorities while engaging with nature, students will develop basic outdoor skills such as; trip planning, navigating with a map compass, storm safety, fundamentals of backpacking, and practice of Leave No Trace principles. Students will train for these outdoor pursuits using the Nido facilities such as the weightroom, fitness room, aquatic center, the vast campus including the Nido Hills, and off campus locations. The cost of an overnight backpacking trip and/or any off campus excursions will be the responsibility of the family. Mother Nature is awe-inspiring and by the end of this course, the hope is that students will gain a deeper appreciation for not only what nature has to offer them, but the important role that all of us play in maintaining her health. This course is for everyone, from the experienced outdoors lover, to the student with no experience. *This course may be repeated for credit.

AQUAFIT*

Course Number: 7042

Grade level: 10-12

Prerequisite: Foundations of PE. Students must also be competent swimmers. This course prepares students to recognize and respond quickly and effectively to emergencies in the pool in order to prevent drowning and injuries. Students will develop lifesaving fitness and specific techniques such as towing, rescue breathing and supportive kicking for ensuring their own safety and the safety of others. Students will also participate in a variety of aquatic sports and activities such as Water Polo, Aqua Zumba, Aqua Strength and Tabata Aqua, which can be enjoyed beyond the course and for a lifetime. *This course may be repeated for credit.

Credit Value: 0.5

DANCE LAB*

Course Number: 7043

Credit Value: .5

Grade level: 10-12

Prerequisite: Foundations of Dance

This is a practical, physical, semester course, based on the exploration of the fundamental dance principles. The student will immerse themselves in the training and investigation of the human body in relation to movement, space, and music. Physically, the class will be developing and understanding the concepts of: strength, flexibility, rhythm, tempo, nonverbal communication, and qualities of movements. Students will acquire the necessary tools and language to comprehend this artistic discipline, appreciating different styles and choreographers. Participating in school events could be part of the assessments of the class, and after-school rehearsals may be required. *This course may be repeated for credit. The student may select whether to award fine arts or physical education credit depending on the student’s graduation requirement needs.

PERSONAL FITNESS*

Course Number: 7004

Credit Value: 0.5

Grade level: 10-12

Prerequisite: Foundations of PE

The Personal Fitness course offers students the opportunity to develop and pursue their own fitness goals using a variety of training methods. They make use of skills and knowledge acquired in the Foundations of PE course as well as new information about various training methods and equipment to create a training menu based on a number of specific goals they set for themselves at the outset. All students will keep track of their progress and complete self reflections about progress and achievement of goals. *This course may be repeated for credit.

GROUP FITNESS*

Course Number: 7044

Credit Value: 0.5

Grade level: 10-12

Prerequisite: Foundations of PE

This class puts an emphasis on fitness through cooperation. The term group fitness encompasses any and all forms of fitness that are done in a group setting and led by a teacher, a group instructor or a peer. Students will learn to work collectively to improve their overall muscular strength, muscle tone, endurance, flexibility, core, and agility. Students will learn to use their own body as an exercise device and will also learn how to use exercise tools such as stability balls, vipers, TRX, kettle-bells, sandbags, BOSU balls, weighted ropes, medicine balls, climbing ropes, elastic bands, abdominal rollers, foam rollers and the use of our weight room. Students will learn the benefits of exercise through class type activities such as Zumba, yoga, pilates, salsa, and team-building activities. A typical class is structured with a warm-up, a balanced workout and a cool-down. The warm-up is designed to help you properly raise your heart rate while loosening your joints and muscles before jumping into more strenuous activity. Cognitive skill learning will include following the FITT model and making connections between participation in physical activity and monitoring one’s heart rate, personal growth and development across a semester. *This course may be repeated for credit.

MIND & BODY WELLNESS*

Course Number: 7045

Credit Value: 0.5

Grade level: 10-12

Prerequisite: Foundations of PE

This course is designed to encourage students to work in multiple spheres of wellness; physical, mental, social, and emotional. Some of the practices the class will cover include mindfulness, yoga, pilates, Tai Chi, dance, connections to nature and the community through hiking and trail running as well as other ways to move mindfully. Throughout the course students will also learn about good sleep hygiene, stress management and coping skills, basic nutritional knowledge and how all of these things can help them to become happier and more fulfilled individuals. The objective of this course is to seek an alternative route to cognitive development by providing physical and mental challenges that may result in stronger focus, self-discipline, and ultimately, increased self-confidence. *This course may be repeated for credit.

LIFETIME FITNESS & ACTIVITY

Course Number: 7048

Credit Value: 0.5

Grade level: 11-12

Prerequisite: Grade 10 PE Credit

This course is designed to offer students the opportunity to explore a balanced selection of individual pursuits and lifetime activities. Physical literacy is the ability to participate in a variety of physical activities with confidence and competence, and this course is aimed to contribute to this larger goal of PE. This course emphasizes participation in the kinds of activities that people engage in around the world and over a lifespan. Examples of individual pursuits can include track, kickboxing, biking, swimming and a variety of fitness-based physical activity. Examples of lifetime activities can include badminton, tennis, hiking and volleyball. Students who participate in this course will leave with the skills to participate in a full complement of activities and an awareness of how they can further their engagement with the community around them.

GROUP GAMES & LEADERSHIP

Course Number: 7049

Credit Value: 0.5

Grade level: 11-12

Prerequisite: Grade 10 PE Credit

In this course students will increase their knowledge and skill in a number of different group games. While students will increase their fitness and refine their athletic skills across many games, the course will include leadership opportunities as well. Students will study the characteristics of effective leaders and work to improve their personal leadership skills. Games may include but are not limited to traditional sports such as basketball, volleyball, lacrosse and soccer, as well as, less traditional games such as capture the flag and lawn games. The games played will depend on class interests, therefore the type of games may change depending on the semester.

FOUNDATIONS OF DESIGN TECH

Course Number: 6507

Credit Value: .5

DESIGN TECHNOLOGY

Grade level: 9-12

Prerequisite: N/A

Foundations of Design Tech is a novice level course for students taking design technology for the first time in high school. In this class, students will explore and apply the principles of design thinking in a Project-BasedLearning environment. Working both individually and with teams, students will acquire sketching, modeling, and fabricating skills along with building an understanding of the Computer Aided Design (CAD) program "Rhinoceros 3D." Their understanding of the CAD software will be applied to a variety of design challenges utilizing 3D printers, vinyl cutter, and laser cutting tools.

FOUNDATIONS OF ROBOTICS

Course Number: 6511

Credit Value: .5

Grade level: 9-12

Prerequisite: N/A

This course introduces students to the principles of electricity, circuits, electrical components, and programming through the development and use of robotics. Using the Arduino microcontrollers students will need to have the capacity to work in teams to make, program, troubleshoot, and derive alternative solutions to physical and digital challenges. Applying their understanding of how electronics function, they will use new and individually salvaged components in order to overcome unique design challenges with the goal of automation and autonomy in their robot designs.

CODING

Course Number: 6509

Credit Value: .5

Grade level: 10-12

Prerequisite: N/A

This course introduces students to the principles of programming and computational thinking. Students will engage in hands-on creative programming challenges to understand and employ a range of concepts and strategies that are used by programmers. Starting with procedural and eventually moving towards object-oriented programming, allows students to learn and implement a range of coding practices. Throughout the course students will create and maintain a website to document their progress and to experience the practical applications of their skills.

DESIGN LAB*

Course Number: 6508

Credit Value: .5

Grade level: 10-12

Prerequisite: Foundations of Design Tech

Students who are taking Design Lab for the first time are considered to be at the intermediate level. This group of students will broaden and deepen their Rhino CAD and digital fabrication skills. Additionally, they will choose from a number of extended and often highly independent projects involving the use of our CNC router, Arduino microcontrollers, sewing machines, virtual reality gear, Blender, and physical fabrication tools.

Students taking Design Lab for the second or third time are considered to be at the advanced level. In addition to engaging in authentic design projects designed to deepen and extend their Design Technology skills, they will be trained as MakerLab Technicians and will lead the safe and effective fabrication of their own and others' work. *This course may be repeated for credit.

GRAPHIC DESIGN

Course Number: 6506

Credit Value: .5

Grade level: 10-12

Prerequisite: N/A

Graphic Design focuses on finding creative visual solutions to communication problems using technical skills. In this course, students will learn how to inform, persuade, and attract attention by creating and organizing the elements of typography, images, and white space. Students will complete a variety of authentic projects and will gain a solid foundation in the use of professional design software.

ENGINEERING

Course Number: 4026

Credit Value: .5

Grade level: 11-12

Prerequisite: Physical Science 10

This course is an introduction to the principles and practices of engineering. The course emphasizes the use of mathematical principles to design and then build various structures including towers, bridges, turbines, trebuchets, hydraulic arms, and vehicles, such as boats, airplanes, and rockets. The DIY nature of this course will introduce students to the safe use of scroll saws, routers, jigs, and other wood-working tools for the purpose of constructing various machines which students will test against their theoretical models. This course awards science credit.

IB DESIGN TECHNOLOGY SL I

Course Number: 4315

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 11-12

Prerequisite: Two successful years of High School Science. Students must be comfortable using technology. Foundations of Design Technology is recommended.

IB Design Technology aims to develop internationally-minded people whose enhanced understanding of design and the technological world can facilitate our shared guardianship of the planet and create a better world. It focuses on analysis, design development, synthesis, and evaluation. The creative tension between theory and practice is what characterizes design technology within the IBDP sciences subject group. This course will serve as one-year course in Design Technology or as the first year of a two-year IB course. Units will include: human factors and ergonomics, resource management and sustainable production, modeling, material scienc, and manufacturing. Students must participate in the Group 4 IB project.

Note: IB Design Technology is categorized as an IB Group 4 course; National Plan students should check with the National Plan Coordinator to ensure that this course meets the science prerequisite requirements for university.

IB DESIGN TECHNOLOGY HL I

Course Number: 4316

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 11-12

Prerequisite: Two successful years of High School Science. Students must be comfortable using technology. Foundations of Design Technology is recommended.

IB Design Technology aims to develop internationally-minded people whose enhanced understanding of design and the technological world can facilitate our shared guardianship of the planet and create a better world. It focuses on analysis, design development, synthesis, and evaluation. The creative tension between theory and practice is what characterizes design technology within the IBDP sciences subject group. This fast-paced higher level course will serve a one year course in Design Technology or as the first year of a two-year IB course. Units will include: human factors and ergonomics, user-centered design (UCD), resource management and sustainable production, sustainability, modeling, and material science and commercial manufacturing. Students must participate in the Group 4 IB project.

Note: IB Design Technology is categorized as an IB Group 4 course; National Plan students should check with the National Plan Coordinator to ensure that this course meets the science prerequisite requirements for university.

IB DESIGN TECHNOLOGY SL II

Course Number: 4317

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 11-12

Prerequisite: IB Design Technology SL I

In the second year of this two-year IB course, Design Technology specifically focuses on the units of: Innovation and Design and Classic Design. DP Design Technology achieves a high level of design literacy by enabling students to develop critical-thinking and design skills, which they can apply in a practical context. While designing may take various forms, it will involve the selective application of knowledge within an ethical framework. This year students will further apply the skills they learned throughout the course and will complete their Internal Assessment Design Project.

Note: IB Design Technology is categorized as an IB Group 4 course; National Plan students should check with the National Plan Coordinator to ensure that this course meets the science prerequisite requirements for university.

IB DESIGN TECHNOLOGY HL II

Course Number: 4318

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 11-12

Prerequisite: IB Design Technology HL I

In the second year of this two-year IB course, Design Technology HL specifically focuses on the units of: Innovation and Design, Innovation and Markets, Classic Design and Commercial Production. DP Design Technology achieves a high level of design literacy by enabling students to develop critical-thinking and design skills, which they can apply in a practical context. While designing may take various forms, it will involve the selective application of knowledge within an ethical framework. This year students will further apply the skills they learned throughout the course and will complete their Internal Assessment Design Project.

Note: IB Design Technology is categorized as an IB Group 4 course; National Plan students should check with the National Plan Coordinator to ensure that this course meets the science prerequisite requirements for university.

LEARNING SUPPORT

LEARNING LAB 1

Course Number: 145

Credit Value: 1 (pass/fail)

Grade level: 9-10

Prerequisite: Placement from the Learning Support Staff

The high school Learning Lab course has been designed to assist students in various academic areas of the learning process, such as tracking assignments in different classes, communicating with teachers, and better organization of academic life. Learning Lab Also helps students build their understanding of course content by providing checks for understanding, feedback, and scaffolding. Students also participate in mini-lessons to improve academic performance and progress toward individual goals throughout the year. Learning Lab, students receive individual and small-group instruction. Additionally, Learning Lab teachers conduct limited inclusion support in core classes and partner with classroom teachers. Registration for this course is made by teacher placement only.

LEARNING LAB 2

Course Number: 146

Credit Value: 1 (pass/fail)

Grade level: 11-12

Prerequisite: Placement from the Learning Support Staff

The high school Learning Lab is an elective course that aims to assist students in various academic areas. The program reinforces student learning and helps develop students' essential skills to meet course goals. In Learning Lab, students receive individual and small-group instruction to support executive function, including organization, planning, goal setting, and time management skills. Additionally, the Learning Support teacher closely monitors each student's classroom performance by conducting limited inclusion support in core classes and partners with classroom teachers to provide support and appropriate academic accommodations. Registration for this course is made by teacher placement only.

MATH LAB 1

Course Number:

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 9

Prerequisite: Teacher Placement

Math Lab 1 provides targeted instruction to support progress in math. These supports may include pre-teaching, re-teaching, direct instruction, accommodations and the use of web-based accelerated math programs. This course is a study of the real number system, dealing with such topics as rationals, integers, laws of exponents, radicals, polynomials, factoring, fractional equations, linear functions, graphing, and their applications with real life problems. This course also includes topics from Geometry including coordinate geometry and trigonometry. A graphing calculator is required for this course. The ultimate goal of the Math Lab course sequence is to support and prepare students to rejoin Nido’s mainstream program, but the class will still provide comprehensive skill building for those students who remain in the Math Lab sequence for all four years of high school. A graphing calculator is required for this course. Math Lab 1 is not adequate preparation for any IB course Registration for this course is made by teacher placement only.

MATH LAB 2

Course Number:

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 10

Prerequisite: Teacher Placement

Math Lab 2 provides targeted instruction to support progress in math. These supports may include pre-teaching, re-teaching, direct instruction, accommodations and the use of web-based accelerated math programs. This course is a study of the real number system, dealing with such topics as quadratic equations, graphing, and their applications with real life problems. This course also includes topics from; Probability: Simple probabilities and compound events; Statistics: Measures of center and spread, graphs and their applications with real life problems and Geometry: Volume and surface area of solids. A graphing calculator is required for this course. Math Lab 2 is not adequate preparation for any IB course Registration for this course is made by teacher placement only.

MATH LAB 3

Course Number: 3057

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 11

Prerequisite: Teacher Placement

Math Lab 3 provides targeted instruction to support progress in math. These supports may include pre-teaching, re-teaching, direct instruction, accommodations and the use of web-based accelerated math programs. This course is a study of the real number system, dealing with such topics integers, polynomials, factoring, rational expressions, real numbers, equations, inequalities, graphing of linear and quadratic functions, solving simultaneous equations, laws of exponents, exponential functions, algebraic functions, probability and their applications with real life problems. A graphing calculator is required for this course. Math Lab 3 is not adequate preparation for IB courses Registration for this course is made by teacher placement only

MATH LAB 4

Course Number: 3058

Credit Value: 1

Grade level: 12

Prerequisite: Teacher Placement

This course will help prepare students for standardized and college placement exams. Math Lab 4 provides targeted instruction to support progress in math. These supports may include pre-teaching, re-teaching, direct instruction, accommodations and the use of web-based accelerated math programs. This course is a study of the real number system, dealing with such topics integers, polynomials, factoring, rational expressions, real numbers, equations, inequalities, graphing of linear and quadratic functions, solving simultaneous equations, laws of exponents, exponential functions, algebraic functions, probability and their applications with real life problems. A graphing calculator is required for this course. Registration for this course is made by teacher placement only.

THEORY OF KNOWLEDGE I

Course Number: 2060

Credit Value: 1.0

External Exams: This course meets the requirements for IB Diploma Candidates.

Grade level: 11

Prerequisite: Teacher approval

Note: This course is only open for students enrolled in the IB Diploma Program.

This course examines the nature of knowledge. The overriding question throughout the course is: How do we know what we know? The nature, applications and limitations of knowledge are explored. The course examines the ways of knowing that we use to access and make sense of the world, such as reason and intuition, emotion and language. We also explore the diverse areas of knowledge that characterize both school and the real world, considering the nature of knowledge in the sciences, math, history, the arts. TOK is a course in which students put the nature, applications and limitations of knowledge under analysis rather than learning content per se. The Extended Essay and Creativity, Activity & Service (CAS) are incorporated into the course to complete the teaching and learning of the IB Core. Students will be assessed and awarded a pass/fail mark on the Nido High School transcript and a 1-7 academic mark on the Chilean National Plan transcript.

THEORY OF KNOWLEDGE II

Course Number: 2061

Credit Value: .5

Grade level: 12

Prerequisite: TOK I

TOK: In the third and final semester of TOK we will continue our exploration of the nature, application, and limits of knowledge. A special emphasis this semester will be the completion of the TOK Essay. The Extended Essay and Creativity, Activity & Service (CAS) are incorporated into the course to complete the teaching and learning of the IB Core. Students will be assessed and awarded a pass/fail mark on the Nido High School transcript and a 1-7 academic mark on the Chilean National Plan transcript.

CREATIVITY ACTION SERVICE (CAS)

Course Number: N/A

Credit Value: N/A

Grade level: 11-12

Prerequisite: IB Diploma Students

The purpose of CAS (Creativity, Action and Service) is to involve students in learning experiences outside the classroom. To meet this goal the IB requires that students participate in CAS activities during the 18 months prior to exams. Activities may include school clubs, independent projects, participation in sports teams, and activities that involve service to the community. Each student will develop a personal one-month CAS project in consultation with their Advisor. The documentation of reflections upon CAS is integral to the process and is supported in the Theory of Knowledge (TOK) course. CAS does not appear as a course on the Nido transcript.

EXTENDED ESSAY (EE)

Course Number: N/A

Credit Value: N/A

Grade level: 11-12

Prerequisite: IB Diploma Students

The Extended Essay is an independent, self-directed piece of research, culminating in a 4,000-word paper which provides practical preparation for undergraduate research and an opportunity for students to investigate a topic of special interest to them. Through the research process for the Extended Essay, students develop skills in formulating an appropriate research question, engaging in a personal exploration of the topic, communicating ideas and developing an argument. The EE is a required component of the IB Diploma Program and is supported in the Theory of Knowledge (TOK) courses. The EE does not appear as a course on the Nido transcript.

UNIVERSITY COUNSELING SEMINAR

Course Number: 9030

Credit Value: 0.5

UNIVERSITY COUNSELING

Grade level: 12

Prerequisite: Counselor Approval Based Uni Plan

Get the structured support you need! Complete this complex, comprehensive and time-consuming university selection and application process with the support of your counselors and peers in a regularly scheduled class during the school day. Students will research and refine their university list in a way that aligns with their interests, academic profile, abilities and family plan. Students will then write authentic and memorable application essays, develop unique application themes, and make a personal plan of action related to specific university and career goals Students may also prepare for interviews, craft professional communications with admissions staff, apply for financial aid or scholarships, and submit complete applications before the university deadlines. Students will be assessed and awarded a pass/fail mark on the Nido High School transcript and a 1-7 academic mark on the Chilean National Plan transcript.

WEEK WITHOUT WALLS 9

Course Number: WWW9

Credit Value: .25

OUTDOOR EDUCATION

Grade level: 9

Prerequisite: Grade 9

The Outdoor Education Program at Nido aims to support students in their holistic development by providing opportunities for students to learn about and become inspired by the wonders of the natural environment around us, to become impactful stewards of our rapidly changing world, to overcome challenges, both individually and collectively, as well as finding moments of joy, struggle, achievement and reflection about the learning that has taken place. Ninth grade students will participate in a weeklong program designed for ninth grade students where they will expand their intellectual and socio-emotional skills in activities which require new levels of risk-taking, communication, and peer collaboration. Participation in Week Without Walls is a graduation requirement. Students will be assessed and awarded a pass/fail mark on the Nido High School transcript and a 1-7 academic mark on the Chilean National Plan transcript.

WEEK WITHOUT WALLS 10

Course Number: WWW10

Credit Value: .25

Grade level: 10

Prerequisite: Grade 10

The Outdoor Education Program at Nido aims to support students in their holistic development by providing opportunities for students to learn about and become inspired by the wonders of the natural environment around us, to become impactful stewards of our rapidly changing world, to overcome challenges, both individually and collectively, as well as finding moments of joy, struggle, achievement and reflection about the learning that has taken place. Tenth grade students will participate in a weeklong program designed for sophomores where they will expand their intellectual and socio-emotional skills in activities which require new levels of risk-taking, communication, and peer collaboration. Participation in Week Without Walls is a graduation requirement. Students will be assessed and awarded a pass/fail mark on the Nido High School transcript and a 1-7 academic mark on the Chilean National Plan transcript.

WEEK WITHOUT WALLS 11

Course Number: WWW11

Credit Value: .25

Grade level: 11

Prerequisite: Grade 11

The Outdoor Education Program at Nido aims to support students in their holistic development by providing opportunities for students to learn about and become inspired by the wonders of the natural environment around us, to become impactful stewards of our rapidly changing world, to overcome challenges, both individually and collectively, as well as finding moments of joy, struggle, achievement and reflection about the learning that has taken place. Eleventh grade students will participate in a weeklong program designed for juniors where they will expand their intellectual and socio-emotional skills in activities which require new levels of risk-taking, communication, and peer collaboration. Participation in Week Without Walls is a graduation requirement. Students will be assessed and awarded a pass/fail mark on the Nido High School transcript and a 1-7 academic mark on the Chilean National Plan transcript.

WEEK WITHOUT WALLS 12

Course Number: WWW12

Credit Value: .25

Grade level: 12

Prerequisite: Grade 12

The Outdoor Education Program at Nido aims to support students in their holistic development by providing opportunities for students to learn about and become inspired by the wonders of the natural environment around us, to become impactful stewards of our rapidly changing world, to overcome challenges, both individually and collectively, as well as finding moments of joy, struggle, achievement and reflection about the learning that has taken place. Twelfth grade students will participate in a weeklong program designed for seniors where they will expand their intellectual and socio-emotional skills in activities which require new levels of risk-taking, communication, and peer collaboration. Participation in Week Without Walls is a graduation requirement. Students will be assessed and awarded a pass/fail mark on the Nido High School transcript and a 1-7 academic mark on the Chilean National Plan transcript.