Sequoia High School Program & Planning Handbook by Sequoia High School Raven Report

Sequoia High School

Course Catalog

2023

1201 Brewster Ave. Redwood City, Ca. 94062

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Table of Contents

Message to Parents and Students 3 Counseling Department, International Baccalaureate (IB), and College & Career 4 IB Course Offerings 5 IB Courses Prerequisites/Requirements 6 Navigating through High School and 4-Year Planning, Grades, Credits, Add/Drops 7 A-G Requirements and Graduation Requirements 8 Core Academic Course Offerings 9 Elective Choices 10 Eligibility for 7 Classes 11 Examples of Four Year Educational Plans 12 Course Planning Worksheet for incoming 9th graders 17 Course Planning Worksheet: 9th graders planning for 10th grade 18 Course Planning Worksheet: 10th graders planning for 11th grade 19 Course Planning Worksheet: 11th graders planning for 12th grade 20 Course Planning Worksheet: ELD Students 21 Athletics & NCAA 22 English Department 23 English Language Development (ELD) Department 25 Math Department 26 Science Department 29 Social Studies Department 31 World Languages Department 33 Physical Education Department 35 Visual and Performing Arts Department 37 Culinary Arts Department 40 Industrial Arts Department 40 Information Technology Department 41 Digital Arts Academy (DAA) 41 Health Careers Academy (HCA) 42 Special Education Department 43 Non-Departmental Courses 44

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COURSE CATALOG ‘22-’23

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TO THE PARENTS The Course Catalog is published to assist parents/guardians and their high school students in educational planning and course selection. Counselors advise students and families on course selection, grade interpretation, college admission requirements, and graduation requirements. The purpose of this handbook is to offer a comprehensive source of information about Sequoia High School course potential pathways so that families can make informed choices. Please use the Program Planning Handbook as a reference and a tool to help your student plan their four years of high school and select the courses they wish to take each year. Counselors meet with all students individually throughout the spring semester, so it will be helpful if students are prepared to discuss their choices. The meetings usually begin in mid-late January.

TO THE STUDENTS At Sequoia High School, it is our intention to prepare you for your post-secondary plans. Students are encouraged to pursue an appropriately rigorous academic pathway while maintaining balance. We also want you to have the opportunity to develop your passions and interests. This handbook can help you make appropriate course selections and create a four year plan of what courses you wish to take in high school. Use this handbook as a reference and contact your counselor if you have questions.

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Counseling Department

The Sequoia High School Counseling Department encompasses three offices:

Counseling, College & Career Center, and International Baccalaureate Programme

School Counseling

We are dedicated to serving all students. We strive to establish a personal connection with our students and to address their needs and concerns in the areas of academic development, college/career development, and personal/social development. For more information you may also visit the Counseling Department’s web page Counseling Department Link ➢ Ninth Grade Counseling focuses on graduation and A-G requirements, and navigating high school tools (IC, CANVAS, and Naviance) and school/community resources (ie: TRC, Boys and Girls Club, and Upward Bound). ➢ Tenth & Eleventh Grade Counseling focuses on college and career exploration, financial aid, and review of A-G and graduation requirements. ➢ Twelfth Grade Counseling focuses on post-secondary planning, and review of graduation and A-G requirements.

College and Career Center

The College and Career Center assists students with post-secondary planning. The College Counselors focus on helping students navigate the college admissions process from 9th to 12th grade. If you have any general questions please contact the College and Career Center by email sequoiaccc@seq.org or visit the College and Career Center’s website under Departments at College & Career Center Link

International Baccalaureate Programme (IB) The International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme offers an internationally recognized rigorous, honors curriculum focused on both breadth and depth of knowledge. Students are challenged to think critically, understand other perspectives, develop an international mindset, write and communicate effectively at a college level and contribute to their classroom and outside communities. The IB Learner Profile strives to create learners who are inquirers, knowledgeable, thinkers, communicators, principled, open-minded, caring, risk-takers, balanced and reflective. IB courses are taught in the 11th and 12th grade across six subject areas, with the exception of math depending on which math class the student took in 9th grade. IB Course students can take one to all six IB subjects. All students are encouraged to enroll in IB courses. For more information about the IB Programme at Sequoia including general information, IB courses offered, IB exam information, how to access the program, IB statistics, IB updates and news, the ICAP Program offered in 9th and 10th leading into IB, inclusive assessment arrangements and more, please review the IB webpage on the Sequoia High School website at IB Programme Link or contact Lisa McCahon, IB Coordinator, lmmcahon@seq.org

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Sequoia High School IB Course Offerings IB English HL IB English SL ( Health Academy Only) IB Spanish HL IB Spanish SL (taught over 2 yrs) IB French HL IB French SL

IB History HL (Hist. of Americas & World History Topics)

IB Biology HL (Chem pre-req) IB Environmental Systems & Societies SL (Bio AND Physics or Chem pre-req) IB Physics SL (Physics pre-req) IB Visual Arts HL (Art or Draw/Paint pre-req) IB Psychology SL IB Business & Management SL

2nd IB Science SL or HL a 2nd IB World Language SL or HL

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IB Analysis HL IB Application HL IB Analysis SL IB Applications SL

= Higher Level = Standard Level 5

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IB Courses Prerequisites IB Course IB Visual Arts IB Physics* IB Biology** IB Spanish

Grade in which IB Course is taken 2 year course: 11th and 12th grade 1 year course: 12th grade Recommended 2 year course: 11th and 12th grade 2 year course: 11th and 12th grade

Prerequisite Course Required Art I or Draw/Paint I

Grade in which Prerequisite is taken 9th or 10th

Physics & Concurrently enrolled in Algebra II/Trig Chemistry with C- or higher Spanish 2/3 ICAP, Spanish III, or Spanish III NS with C- or higher French 2/3 ICAP or French III with C- or higher Algebra II or Algebra II/Trig with C- or higher

9th-11th 10th 10th

IB French

2 year course: 11th and 12th grade

IB Applications

9th-12th grade

IB Analysis

9th-12th grade

Algebra II/Trig with Cor higher

8th-11th

IB Environmental Systems

1 year course: 11th or 12th

Biology AND Chemistry or Physics with C- or higher

9th-11th

10th 8th-11th

*IB Physics recommended for senior year - The more math knowledge the better **IB Biology intended pathway - 9th Physics, 10th Chemistry

College preparatory pattern of science includes Biology, Chemistry & Physics

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NAVIGATING THROUGH HIGH SCHOOL AND 4-YEAR PLANNING

The following information is provided to help you understand the way grades are awarded, credits are granted, and students advance from one grade level to another. Additional information is provided regarding how students are able to meet the graduation and University of California & California State University (UC/CSU) college admission requirements. We also provide sample four year plans so you and your student can view potential academic pathways. Please also take advantage of the grade level Course Planning Worksheets we provide to help your student plan course selections for the following school year on pages 17-21. Please feel free to contact the Counseling Office or your student’s counselor if you have any questions.

GRADUATION CREDIT PROGRESS

Sequoia students should be accumulating an average of 30 credits per semester, and a total of 60 credits per school year. All semester-long courses are awarded 5 credits if a student earns a passing grade. All quarter-long courses are awarded 2.5 credits if a student earns a passing grade. All semester-long, college- prep and non-college prep courses will receive the following grade point weight:

A = 4, B = 3, C = 2, D = 1 F = 0 All semester-long honors courses, identified as AP or IB or AS and -HP will receive the following grade point weight:

A = 5, B = 4, C = 3, D = 1, F = 0

Please note that each college or university will recalculate the student’s GPA based on institutional admissions practices. Additionally, UC’s, CSU’s, and most colleges do not accept D’s as passing grades. Students that earn a D in a course may need to repeat the course to meet A-G (UC/CSU requirements). Out-Of-District Students: An out-of-district transfer student with an official transcript verification of subject and credit requirements will be placed at the appropriate grade level.

MINIMUM NUMBER OF CLASSES IN WHICH A STUDENT MUST BE ENROLLED All freshmen, sophomores, and juniors must be enrolled in a minimum of six classes. All seniors must be enrolled in a minimum of five classes. Students desiring to participate in Sequoia’s Athletics program must be enrolled in at least five classes or 25 semester credits. Contact your counselor for more information.

ADDING OR DROPPING A CLASS For the deadlines to add or drop classes, please refer to the Counseling Department webpage Counseling Department’s Announcements Link

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A-G Requirements and Graduation Requirements

The “A-G” requirements are courses that must be completed with a grade of C- or higher to be eligible to attend a University of California (UC) or California State University (CSU). The following chart explains both the A-G requirements and Sequoia’s graduation requirements. “A - G”

Requirement

Subject Area

Years/Credits required for Graduation

Other Important Information Courses that meet the “A” area requirement for UC and CSU are: World Studies 1 & 2 (Ethnic Studies class of 2024), Modern European History US History and Government, IB History HL *World Studies 2 is waived for 9th grade students in English I Intensive, Intervention ELA, ELD I, & ELD II

Social Studies

3 ½ Years/35 credits Must include: World Studies 2 (ethnic studies) Modern European History U.S. History Government & Economics

English

4 Years/40 credits

For both graduation and UC/CSU, students are required to pass both semesters of English every year. English I ICAP, II ICAP, III, IV, ELA III and IB English meet the “B” area requirement.

Math

3 (4 years highly recommended)

2 Years/20 credits (Algebra and Geometry minimum)

To meet the “C” area requirement for UC/CSU, students must complete at least Algebra I, Geometry and Algebra II. (Data Science is pending UC approval to meet the 3rd year of math for “C” area).

Science

2 (3-4 yrs highly recommended)

2 Year/20 credits (including one year of a laboratory science)

For the UC “D” area, students must complete at least 2 years of Lab Science. For the CSU “D” area, students must complete one year of Biology and one year of Chemistry or Physics. Three years of science preferred.

World Language

2 (3 years recommended)

Not required

Two levels/years minimum required to meet area “E” must be in the same language. *Credits earned go towards electives or World Language Level III and above can be used in place of the CTE graduation requirement.

Visual and Performing Arts

1 Year/10 credits

These courses include electives in music, dance, drama, and visual art. For UC/CSU students must take a VPA course(s) in the same discipline. Any course that meets an A-G requirement in areas A-F and exceeds the minimum requirement can be used for area “G”. For example, a third year of science or world language can meet the “G” requirement. Please note that some elective courses are not A-G approved and only meet elective requirements for graduation.

College Prep Electives

62.5 CREDITS* Elective credits include support & study skills classes.

Career Technical Education

1 Year/10 credits

Physical Education

2 Years/20 credits

Life Skills

2.5 credits

Total Credits Required

Years required for A-G

CTE is met through designated CTE courses. World Language Level III and above can be used in place of the CTE graduation requirement.

Life Skills is a required course for all students.

220 Credits

CATALOG ‘22-’23 For detailed information about Sequoia COURSE High School’s A-G approved courses, please visit UC A-G Website

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Core Academic Course Offerings NOTE: 62.5 elective credits are required for graduation. Core academic courses beyond the graduation requirements meet elective requirements. P = Course meets UC/CSU a-g requirements HP = Honors courses that earn an extra grade point for a grade of C- or better & meet UC/CSU a-g requirements Cañada = Community college course DAA = Digital Arts Academy

ELD = Courses for English Learners Hlth = Health Careers Academy (HCA) HL = IB Higher Level SL = IB Standard Level * = Support classes that receive elective credits

ENGLISH English I-ICAP, II-ICAP, III, IV – P English I, II Support* Academic Literacy* IB English Y1, Y2 – HL – HP IB English Y1, Y2 – HL – HP (Hlth) IB English – SL – HP (Hlth) Acad English II ICAP, III, IV (DAA) – P Acad English II ICAP, III Hlth – P Intervention ELA* Intervention ELA Support* English Intensive I, II English Intensive I, II Support*

SOCIAL STUDIES Life Skills (9th, 1st quarter) Ethnic Studies (9th, 2nd quarter) Ethnic Studies II – P (9th, 2nd semester) Mod Euro Hist ICAP – P Acad Mod Euro Hist ICAP Hlth – P Acad Mod Eur Hist (DAA) – P US History – P Acad US History (DAA) – P Acad US Hist Hlth – P American Govt – P Acad Amer Govt (DAA) – P Acad Amer Govt Hlth – P MATH Economics – P Algebra I – P Acad Economics (DAA) – P Algebra Support (SAI math support) Acad Econ Hlth – P Geometry – P IB Hist of Amer – HP Geometry Support* IB World Hist Topics – HP Acc Geo/Algebra II – P Data Science (pending board SCIENCE approval) Biology – P Algebra II – P Acad Biology (DAA or Hlth) – P Algebra II/Trig – P Biotechnology I-II – P IB Math Analysis SL – HP Human Biology – P IB Math Analysis HL – HP Human Biology – HCA – P IB Math Applications SL – HP Chemistry – P IB Math Applications HL– HP Acad Chem (DAA or Hlth) - P Multivariable Calculus - P (Cañada) Physics – P Ordinary Differential Equations- P Acad Physics (DAA) - P (Cañada) IB Biology Y1, Y2 – HL – HP IB Environmental Sys SL – HP IB Physics SL – HP

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WORLD LANGUAGE Spanish I, II, III, IV – P Spanish II/III ICAP – P Spanish II, III, IV– NS – P IB Spanish B– SL –Y4, Y5 – HP IB Spanish B– HL –Y4, Y5 – HP French I, II, III, IV – P French II/III ICAP – P IB French B– HL –Y4, Y5 – HP IB French B SL Y4 (by teacher recommendation only) English Language Development (ELD) ELA I, II ELA III - P ELD I, II, III* English III - P Academic Literacy* General Math – NEP Algebra I LEP – P Geometry LEP – P Mod Euro Hist PL - P Mod Euro Hist LEP – P US History LEP – P Amer Govt LEP – P Economics LEP – P Gen Science I - NEP Biology LEP – P Chemistry LEP - P

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VISUAL & PERFORMING ARTS

10 CREDITS REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION -P & -HP= Course meets UC/CSU entrance requirements

MUSIC Advanced Band-P (audition)** Band II-P (for new and current Band II students) Choral I-P & II-P (Other levels placed in II) Guitar-P Piano-P Orchestra-P

VISUAL Art I-P Digital Photo I-P & II-P Draw/Paint I-P & II-P IB Visual Arts Y1 - HP & Y2 - HP Ceramics I-P & II-P

PERFORMING Inter. Dance-P (audition)** Dance XL- P (audition)** Stage Craft I-P

DIGITAL ARTS ACADEMY Multimedia I-P 10th **Students wanting to pursue these classes need to contact teacher for audition dates.

CAREER TECHNICAL EDUCATION**

10 CREDITS REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION -P & -HP= Course meets UC/CSU entrance requirements

ADDITIONAL ELECTIVES-P

& -HP= Course meets UC/CSU entrance requirements

IB Psychology-HP 11th-12th

MEDIA & ENTERTAINMENT Journalism I-P, II-P, III-P BUILDING, TRADES & CONSTRUCTION CTE Wood I CTE Wood II HOSPITALITY, TOURISM & RECREATION CTE Foods & Nutrition I-P CTE Culinary Arts-P 10th-12th MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY

IB Business & Management-HP 11th-12th PE-2/Weight Train/Conditioning/Dance 10th-12th IB TOK-HP 11th-12th [IB Diploma] Student Leadership 9th Leadership ASB 10th-12th & by teacher recommendation only Sports Leadership-P 10th-12th

CTE Biotechnology I-II –P

AVID I-P, II-P, III-P, IV-P [Advancement Via Individual Determination]

DIGITAL ARTS ACADEMY

BUILD-P 9th-10th [Entrepreneurship]

CTE Multimedia II-P 11th Digital Filmmaking-P 12th

Wood III 11th-12th

HEALTH CAREERS ACADEMY CTE Intro to Health Professions-P 10th CTE Medical Clinical I-P 11th CTE Medical Clinical II-P 12th

Work Experience 11th-12th 36 hrs. =1 credit [10 credits per semester max & not a scheduled class, after hours]

SEQUOIA ATHLETICS Each sport = 3.5 credits

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY Java Programming CTE Intro to Prog Mobile Apps -P ABOVE WORLD LANGUAGE III & ABOVE May be used in place of CTE to meet this graduation requirement area. French ⅔ ICAP and Spanish ⅔ ICAP do not fulfill this area.

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Cheerleading = 3.5 credits awarded in the spring only Sports credits may be used toward the P.E. graduation requirement for 10th -12th grades only 9th grade sports remain as elective credit

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COURSES ELIGIBLE AS A TH 7 CLASS · Advanced Dance XL - P (Audition Required) · AVID I, II, III, IV - P · Advanced Band - P (Audition Required) · Band II - P · BUILD - P (9th & 10th graders only) · Choral I, II - P · Journalism I, II, III - P · Orchestra - P · Leadership-ASB · Sports Leadership - P · Student Leadership (9th only) · Stagecraft - P · CTE Wood II · Wood III · Java Programming · Mobile Apps - P · P.E./Dance - 10th grade students pursuing IB Art in 11th & 12th grade · Student Clerk/Technical Assistant · IB Theory of Knowledge-HP (TOK). Required for IB Diploma candidates. STUDENTS IN THE FOLLOWING COURSES MAY BE SCHEDULED TO TAKE 7 CLASSES:

· Students with 1 or more support classes · Study Skills (Students with IEP’s) · Academy students planning to go to a university and who need a 7th course in order to meet graduation and/or A-G requirements

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EXAMPLES OF FOUR-YEA Sequoia High School has a college-going culture and no matter where you start as a 9th grader, we plan to help you become eligible to apply to a 4-year college upon graduation. We meet with all students during the spring semester for the next school year’s course selection in a classroom setting,

SEQUOIA HIGH SCHOOL ENGLISH LANGUAGE DEVELOPMENT (ELD) 9th

10th

11th

12th

Life Skills to be completed in summer school [World Studies 1/2 waived] *Life Skills/Ethnic Studies- class of 2024

Modern European History-LEP or Modern European HistoryPL

US History-LEP

Government-Economics-LEP

ELD I & ELA I

ELD II & ELA II

ELD III & ELA III

English III & Academic Literacy

Algebra I LEP

Geometry LEP

Algebra II

Algebra II/Trig

Gen Science I - NEP or Biology LEP

Biology LEP or Chemistry LEP

Science-Teacher Recommendation

PE 1/Dance

PE/Dance/Elective

Elective

CTE/VPA/Elective

Elective

SEQUOIA HIGH SCHOOL INTERVENTION ELA-9TH GRADE

9th

10th

11th

12th

Intervention ELA

English II Intensive

English III

English IV

Intervention ELA Support

English II Intensive Support

Academic Literacy

GovernmentEconomics

Algebra I

Geometry

Algebra II or Algebra II/ Trig

IB Math or Data Science

PE 1/Dance

Algebra I Support

Geometry Support

Science

Biology

Modern European History ICAP

US History

CTE/VPA/ Elective

CTE/VPA/Elective

PE/Dance

World Language

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Summer 8th grade - Compass/Life Skills 9th grade - Intervention ELA or English Intensive 10th grade - English Intensive 11th grade - English I ICAP or English II ICAP

AR EDUCATIONAL PLANS followed by a short individual appointment. We have listed a few examples of a 4-year plan, but we World Language/Elective Science/World Science/CTE/ understand that high school planning is an individual process and plan to meet your needs through Language/CTE/ VPA/Elective our spring course scheduling class visits and individual meetings. VPA/Elective

SEQUOIA HIGH SCHOOL ENGLISH INTENSIVE-9TH GRADE 9th

10th

11th

12th

Summer

English I Intensive

English II Intensive or English II

English III

English IV

8th grade - Compass/ Life Skills 9th grade - English Intensive 10th grade - English Intensive or Eng I ICAP or II ICAP 11th grade- English I ICAP or II ICAP

English I Intensive Support

English II Intensive Support or English II Support

Academic Literacy

GovernmentEconomics

Algebra I

Geometry

Algebra II or Algebra II/Trig

IB Math or Data Science

Biology

Algebra I Support

Geometry Support

Science

PE 1/Dance

Modern European History ICAP

US History

CTE/VPA/Elective

PE/Dance

World Language

World Language/Elective

Science/World Language/ CTE/VPA/Elective

Science/CTE/ VPA/Elective

DIGITAL ARTS ACADEMY COLLEGE PREPARATORY 9th

10th

11th

12th

Life Skills/World Study I/II *Life Skills/Ethnic Studies- class of 2024

DAA Modern European History

DAA US History

DAA GovernmentEconomics

English I ICAP

DAA English II ICAP

DAA English III

DAA English IV

Algebra I/Geometry

Geometry /Algebra II-Trig

Algebra II-Trig/IB Math

IB Math/Data Science

Biology or Physics

DAA Physics

DAA Chemistry

Chemistry/ Human Bio/Biotech/ IB Physics/IB Env Systems

CTE Multimedia II

Digital Filmmaking

PROGRAM PLANNING HANDBOOK

PE 1/Dance

Multimedia I

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HEALTH CAREERS ACADEMY COLLEGE PREPARATORY 9th

10th

11th

12th

Life Skills/World Study I/I *Life Skills/Ethnic Studiesclass of 2024I

HCA Modern European History ICAP

HCA US History

HCA GovernmentEconomics

English I ICAP

HCA English II ICAP

HCA IB Eng HL Y1

HCA IB Eng SL/HCA IB English HL Y2/HCA English IV

Algebra I/Geometry

Geometry /Algebra II-Trig

Algebra II-Trig/IB Math

IB Math/Data Science

Biology or Physics

HCA Biology/HCA Chemistry

HCA Chemistry/ HCA Human Bio

Physics/Human Bio/ Biotech/IB Physics/ IB Env Systems

PE 1/Dance

CTE Intro to Health Professions

CTE Medical Clinical I

CTE Medical Clinical II

VPA

PE/Dance/Elective

World Language Year 1

World Language Year 2

COLLEGE PREPARATORY #1 (A-G Requirements)

9th

10th

11th

12th

Life Skills/World Studies 1-2 *Life Skills/Ethnic Studiesclass of 2024

Modern European History ICAP

US History

Government-Economics

English I ICAP

English II ICAP

English III

English IV

English I Support

English II Support

World Language Year 3

World Language Year 4

Algebra I/Geometry

Geometry /Algebra II-Trig

Algebra II-Trig/ IB Math

IB Math/Data Science

Biology or Physics

Biology/Chemistry/ Physics

Chemistry/ Physics

Chemistry/Physics/Other Science Options

World Language Year 1

World Language Year 2

CTE/VPA/Elective

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PE 1/Dance

PE/Dance/Elective

EXAMPLES OF FOUR YEAR EDUCATIONAL PLANS CONTINUED

COLLEGE PREPARATORY #2 (A-G Requirements) 9th

10th

11th

12th

Life Skills/World Studies 1-2 *Life Skills/Ethnic Studies- class of 2024

Modern European History ICAP

US History

Government-Economics

English I ICAP

English II ICAP

English III

English IV

English I Support

English II Support

World Language Year 1/2

World Language Year 2/3

Algebra I

Geometry

Algebra II

Data Science or Algebra II/Trig

Algebra I Support

CTE/VPA/World Language

CTE/VPA/Elective

Biology or Physics

Biology/Physics/Chemistry

Physics/Chemistry

Physics/Chemistry/Human Bio/Biotech/IB Physics/ IB Env Systems

PE 1/Dance

PE/Dance/Elective

COLLEGE PREPARATORY #3 (A-G Requirements) 9th

10th

11th

12th

Life Skills/World Studies 1-2 *Life Skills/Ethnic Studies- class of 2024

Modern European History ICAP

US History

Government-Economics

English I ICAP

English II ICAP

English III

English IV

English I Support

English II Support

World Language Year 1/2

World Language 2/3

Algebra I

Geometry

Algebra II/Trig

IB Math/Data Science

Biology or Physics

Biology/Physics/Chemistry

Physics/Chemistry

Physics/ Chemistry/Human Bio/ Biotech/IB Physics/ IB Env Systems

PE 1/Dance

PE/Dance/Elective

CTE/VPA/Elective

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Study Skills RSP

COLLEGE PREPARATORY #4 (A-G Requirements) 9

10th

11th

12th

Life Skills/World Studies 1-2 *Life Skills/Ethnic Studiesclass of 2024

Modern European History ICAP

US History/IB History of the Americas

Gov’t / Econ/IB World Hist. Topics-HP

English I ICAP

English II ICAP

IB English HL Y1-HP

IB English HL Y2-HP

Algebra I/Geometry

Geometry/Algebra II-Trig

Algebra II-Trig/ IB Math

IB Math/Data Science

Biology or Physics

Biology/Physics/ Chemistry

Physics/Chemistry/Human Bio/ Biotech/IB Env Systems

Physics/Chemistry/ Human Bio/Biotech/IB Physics/ IB Env Systems

French 1/Spanish 1/Spanish II NS

French ⅔ ICAP/ Span ⅔ ICAP/ Spanish III NS

IB World Language Year 4

IB World Language Year 5

PE 1/Dance

PE/Dance

CTE/VPA/Elective

COLLEGE PREPARATORY #5 (IB Diploma & A-G Requirements)

9th

10th

11th

12th

Life Skills/World Studies 1-2 *Life Skills/Ethnic Studies- class of 2024

Modern European History ICAP

IB History of Americas

IB World Hist. Topics

English I ICAP

English II ICAP

IB English Year 1

IB English Year 2

Algebra I/Geometry/ Algebra II-Trig

Geometry/ Algebra II-Trig/IB Math

Algebra II-Trig/IB Math

Biology or Physics

Chemistry/ Biology/Physics

Physics/ IB Biology Y1/IB Physics/ IB Env. Systems

IB Biology Y2/IB Physics/ IB Env. Systems

French 1/Spanish 1/ Spanish II NS

French ⅔ ICAP/ Spanish ⅔ ICAP/ Spanish III NS

IB World Language Year 4

IB World Language Year 5

PE 1/Dance

Draw-Paint or Art 1 (pre-req for IB Art)/CTE/VPA/Elective/ PE/Dance

IB Visual Arts Year 1/IB Business & Management/IB Psychology/VPA

IB Visual Arts Year 2/ IB Business & Management/IB Psychology/VPA

IB TOK 2nd semester only [Including CAS Requirement & Extended Essay]

IB TOK 1st semester only [Including CAS Requirement & Extended Essay]

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IB Math/Data Science

UNALIYI Course Planning Worksheet For Incoming 9th Graders Students should select six classes: English, Life Skills, Math, Science, PE, and one Elective. World Language is an elective. If a student needs support classes, they are required to take seven classes. 8th grade students will complete the course selection process online during March-April 2021. English: Students will be placed according to test scores: English I ICAP-P (Student may also need English I Support) English I Intensive and English I Intensive Support Intervention ELA I and Intervention ELA I Support (Elective Credit Only) ELA I or II or III-P & ELD I or II or III*

World Language: Spanish I-P or Spanish II-P Spanish II NS-P French I-P or French II-P (Level II or higher requires a placement test with the SHS World Language Department)

Science: Biology-P Physics-P Gen Science I – NEP* Biology PL-P* Biology LEP-P*

Life Skills & Social Studies: Life Skills (1st Quarter Fall Semester) Ethnic Studies I (2nd Quarter Fall Semester) Ethnic Studies II-P (Spring semester) Math: Students will be placed according to 8th grade course: Algebra I-P Geometry-P Accelerated Geometry/Algebra II-P (teacher recommendation required) Algebra II/Trig-P IB Analysis SL or HL – HP IB Applications SL or HL – HP General Math – NEP* ( Elective Credit Only) Algebra I LEP-P* Geometry LEP-P*

PE: PE 1 PE Dance-P PE Dance Int. –P (Audition Required) PE Dance Adv. –P (Audition Required)

*ELD/ELA, NEP, PL, & LEP classes are for recent US immigrants learning English as a second language.

PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING: ● English placements are according to test scores and math placements are according to the 8th grade course taken. ● Students testing below grade level in English will be placed in the correct English class according to test scores. ● If needed, English Support will be added to your schedule by a counselor. ● All students planning to go to a four-year college need to take two years of a World Language (three recommended). ● All 9th graders must take P.E. or Dance ● Students taking six or seven classes could be enrolled in a zero or seventh period dependent on the master schedule. ● Sequoia is not able to honor requests for specific periods and teacher preference. ● The last day for students and parents to request a course selection change is May 21 via Online Information Update (OIU).

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Course Planning Worksheet FOR RISING SOPHOMORES graders February 8 - March 5 We will be meeting with all current 9th Review this worksheet with your parent/guardian & CIRCLE your courses for next year. CIRCLE YOUR CHOICES

Course Planning Worksheeet For Incoming 9th Graders World Language Spanish I-P, II-P, III-P Spanish II-NS-P, III-NS-P Spanish II/III ICAP-P French I-P ,II-P,III-P French II/III ICAP-P

English English II ICAP-P Acad Eng II ICAP Hlth-P (HCA & DAA) English II Intensive & Support Intervention ELA & Support (Elective Credit Only)

Students should select six classes: English, Life Skills, Math, Science, PE, and one Elective. World Language is an elective. History Euro History ICAP-P If a student Modern needs support classes, they are required to take seven classes. Science Acad Mod Euro Hist-P (DAA) Biology-P Acad Mod Euro Hist ICAP Hlth-P (HCA) Acad Biology-P2021. (DAA) 8th grade students will complete the course selection process online during March-April Acad Biology Hlth-P (HCA) Acad Chemistry English: Students will be placed World Language: Chemistry-P according to test scores: Spanish I-P or Spanish II-P Physics-P Math: Must pass with C- to advance English I ICAP-P (Student may also need English I Support) Spanish II NS-P Algebra I-P English I Intensive and English I Intensive Support French I-P or French II-P PE Geometry-P (Level II or higher requires a Intervention ELA I and Intervention ELA I Support (Elective Credit Accelerated Geometry/Algebra II-P (teacher recommendation required) PE 2 placement test with the SHS World Language Department) Only) Algebra II-P PE Conditioning ELA I or II or III-P & ELD I or II or III* Algebra II/Trig-P Weight Training Science: IB Analysis SL or HL – HP PE Dance-P Life Skills & Social Studies: Biology-P IB ApplicationsstSL or HL – HP PE Dance Int.-P (audition required) Life Skills (1 Quarter Fall Semester) Physics-P PE Dance Adv.-P (audition required)

Ethnic Studies I (2nd Quarter Fall Semester) Ethnic Studies II-P (Spring semester)

Gen Science I – NEP Biology PL-P* VPA/CTE (elective) 1)________________________________ Courses listed on the back of this page Biology LEP-P* Math: Students will be placed Alternate Electives according to 8th grade course: (Choose TWO) 1)________________________________ 2)_____________________________________ Algebra I-P PE: Geometry-P PE 1 ● Let your counselorGeometry/Algebra know if you are interested in joining AVID, Digital Arts Academy, or Careers Academy. Accelerated II-P (teacher recommendation PEHealth Dance-P ●required) All support classes for English will be added to your schedule by your counselor. PE Dance Int. –P (Audition Required) will see–P final course selection ● Course selections subject to change due to teacher recommendations. Parents Algebra II/Trig-P PE Dance Adv. (Audition Required)with teacher recommendationsIBinAnalysis May through the–Online SL or HL HP Information Update (OIU) process. If you do not agree with your teacher’s recommendation, please speakSLwith your and counselor. IB Applications or HL – teacher HP ● Students taking six or seven classes could be enrolled General Math – NEP* (Elective Credit Only) in a zero or seventh period dependent on the master schedule. ● Sequoia is not able to Algebra honor requests I LEP-P*for specific periods and teacher preference. ● The last day for students and parents change PL, is May via Online Information Update (OIU). Geometry LEP-P*to request a course selection*ELD/ELA, & LEP21 classes are for recent US immigrants learning English as a second language.

PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING: ● English placements are according to test scores and math placements are according to the 8th grade course taken. ● Students testing below grade level in English will be placed in the correct English class according to test scores. ● If needed, English Support will be added to your schedule by a counselor. ● All students planning to go to a four-year college need to take two years of a World Language (three recommended). ● All 9th graders must take P.E. or Dance ● Students taking six or seven classes could be enrolled in a zero or seventh period dependent on the master schedule. Sequoia is not able to honor requests for specific periods and teacher preference. ● The last day for students and parents to request a course selection change is May 21 via Online Information Update (OIU). COURSE CATALOG ‘22-’23

UNALIYI Course Planning Worksheet FOR RISINGWorksheet JUNIORS Course Planning Individual meetings withFOR counselors will take place March 8 - March 26 RISING JUNIORS Review this worksheet with your parent/guardian & CIRCLE the courses for next year. Planning Worksheet Individual meetings withCourse counselors will take place March 10 - March 27 CHOICES FORCIRCLE RISINGYOUR SOPHOMORES

Review this worksheet with your parent/guardian & CIRCLE the courses for next year. We will be meeting with all current 9th graders February 8 - Language March 5 World English CIRCLE YOUR CHOICES Review this worksheet with your parent/guardian & CIRCLE your courses for next year. English III-P IB Spanish B Y4 SL-HP World Language English IB English Y1 HL – HP IB Spanish B Y4 HL-HP CIRCLE YOUR CHOICES EnglishIII-P III-P(DAA) Acad English English IB English Y1 HP IB English Y1 HL –HL HP– (HCA)

IB Spanish Y4 SL-HP French I-P, BII-P Science IB Spanish B Y4 HL-HP French III-P, IV-P English ICAP-PIII-P (DAA) Biology-P AcadIIEnglish French II-P IB French B Y4 I-P, HL-HP Acad Eng II IB ICAP Hlth-P Acad Biology-P (DAA) History English Y1(HCA HL – & HPDAA) (HCA) French III-P, IV-P English II Intensive & Support Acad Biology Hlth-P (HCA) US History-P Science IB French B Y4 HL-HP Intervention ELA Support (Elective Credit Only) Acad Chemistry IB&History of History the Americas HL-HP Chemistry-P Biotechnology I-II-P Acad US Acad Chemistry-P (DAA) USHistory-P History-P(DAA) Science Acad US History Hlth-P (HCA) Language Chemistry-P Acad Chemistry Hlth-P (HCA) IBWorld History of the Americas HL-HP Chemistry-P Spanish III-P (DAA) Physics-P Physics-P AcadI-P, USII-P, History-P Acad Chemistry-P (DAA) MathSpanish : Must withIII-NS-P C- Hlth-P or better to advance AcadChemistry Physics-P (DAA) II-NS-P, Acadpass US History (HCA) Acad Hlth-P (HCA) Algebra IB Physics SL-HP Spanish II/III ICAP-PI-P ASPE Chemistry-HP Biotechnology I-II-P French I-PGeometry-P ,II-P,III-P PEPhysics-P 2 Math: Must pass with C- or better to advance Algebra II-P Human Biology-P French II/IIIAlgebra ICAP-P I-P PEAcad Conditioning Physics-P (DAA) Algebra II/Trig-P Human Biology-HCA-P Weight TrainingSL-HP Geometry-P IB Physics IB Analysis SL or HL – HP IB PE Biology Y1 HL-HP Dance-P Algebra II-P Biotechnology I-II-P IB Applications SL or HL – HP IB Environmental Systems SL-HP PE Dance Int.-P (audition required) Algebra II/Trig-P Human Biology-P Multivariable Calculus & Ordinary Differential Equations PE Dance Adv.-P (audition required) IB Analysis SL or HL – HP Human Biology-HCA-P PE (If needed) IB Applications SL or HL – HP IB Biology Y1 HL-HP World Language PE 2 Multivariable Calculus & Ordinary Differential Equations IB Environmental Systems SL-HP Spanish I-P, II-P PE Conditioning Spanish III-P, IV-P Weight Training World Language (If needed) Spanish II-NS-P, III-NS-P PEPE Dance-P Spanish I-P, II-P PE 2 required) PE Dance Int.-P (audition Spanish III-P, IV-P PE Conditioning PE Dance Adv.-P (audition required) Spanish II-NS-P, III-NS-P Weight Training PE Dance-P VPA/CTE (elective) History1)________________________________ Courses listed on the back of this page PE Dance Int.-P (audition required) Modern Euro History ICAP-P PE Dance Adv.-P (audition required) Acad Mod Euro Hist-P (DAA) Alternate Electives Acad Mod Euro Hist ICAP Hlth-P (HCA) (Choose TWO) 1)________________________________ 2)_____________________________________ Fine (elective) 1)________________________________ Courses on the back of this page ● Art/CTE If you want to move from College Prep English to IB, please consult yourlisted teacher. Math: Must pass with Cto advance ● Let your counselor know if you are interested in joining AVID, Digital Arts Academy, or Health Careers Academy. Alternate Electives Algebra I-P for Math and English will be put on your schedule by your counselor. ● If needed, support classes (Choose TWO) 1)________________________________ 2)_____________________________________ Geometry-P ● Course selections subject to change due to teacher recommendations. Parents will see final course selection Accelerated Geometry/Algebra II-P (teacher with teacher recommendations inPrep MayEnglish through Onlineconsult Information Update (OIU) process. If you do not ● If you want to move from College to the IB, please your teacher. recommendation required) Algebra II/Trig-P andAcademy, counselor.or Health Careers agree with your teacher’s please with yourDigital teacher ● Let your counselor know recommendation, if you are interested in speak joining AVID, Arts IB Analysis SL or HL – HP ● Academy. Students taking six or seven classes could be enrolled in a zero or seventh period dependent on the master IB Applications SL or HL – HP schedule. is not ableand to honor requests andby teacher preference. ● All support Sequoia classes for Math English will be for putspecific on yourperiods schedule your counselor. ● The last day for students and parents to request a course selection change is May 21 Online ● Course selections subject to change due to teacher recommendations. Parents willviasee finalInformation course Update (OIU). selection with teacher recommendations in May through the Courses Online Information Update (OIU) process. VPA/CTE (elective) 1)________________________________ listed on the back of this page

If you do not agree with your teacher’s recommendation, please speak with your teacher and counselor.

Alternate Electives ● Students taking six or seven classes could be enrolled in a zero or seventh period dependent on the (Choose TWO) 1)________________________________ 2)_____________________________________

master schedule. Sequoia is not able to honor requests for specific periods and teacher preference. ● Let your counselor know if you are interested in joining AVID, Digital Arts Academy, or Health Careers Academy. ● The last day for students and parents to request a course selection change is May 22 via Online ● All support classes for English will be added to your schedule by your counselor. Information Update (OIU). ● Course selections subject to change due to teacher recommendations. Parents will see final course selection with teacher recommendations in May through the Online Information Update (OIU) process. If you do not agree with your teacher’s recommendation, please speak with your teacher and counselor. ● Students taking six or seven classes could be enrolled in a zero or seventh period dependent on the master 21 schedule. WWWW.SEQUOIAHS.ORG

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Sequoia is not able to honor requests for specific periods and teacher preference. ● The last day for students and parents to requestFOR a course selection RISING SENIORSchange is May 21 via Online Information Update (OIU).   Individual meetings with counselors will take place January 19 - February 5 ● Review this worksheet with your parent/guardian & CIRCLE the courses for next year. CIRCLE YOUR CHOICES

Course Planning Worksheet World Language English FOR RISING JUNIORS English IV-P IB Spanish B Y5 SL-HP Individual meetings with counselors will take place March 8 - March 26 Review thisBworksheet IB English Y2 HL-HP IB Spanish Y5 HL-HP with your parent/ Acad English IV-P (DAA) guardian & CIRCLE the courses for next year. French I-P, II-P IB English SL-HP (HCA) French III-P, IV-P CIRCLE YOUR CHOICES IB English Y2 HL-HP (HCA) English English III-P History IB English Y1 HL – HP Government/Economics-P Acad English III-P (DAA) Acad Government/Economics-P (DAA) IB English Y1 HL – HP (HCA) Acad Government/Economics Hlth-P (HCA) IB World History Topics HL-HP

IB French B Y5 HL-HP World Language IBScience Spanish B Y4 SL-HP IB Spanish Chemistry-PB Y4 HL-HP French I-P, II-P Acad Chem Health-P (HCA) French III-P, IV-P Physics-P IB French B Y4 Acad Physics-P (DAA)HL-HP Science IB Physics SL-HP Chemistry-P Biotechnology I-II-P Math: Algebra I and Geometry required for graduation (minimum) Acad Biology-P Chemistry-P (DAA) Human Algebra I-P Acad Chemistry Hlth-P (HCA) Human Biology-HCA-P Geometry-P Physics-P IB Biology Y2 HL-HP Algebra II-P Acad Physics-P (DAA) IB Environmental Systems SL-HP Algebra II/Trig-P IB Physics SL-HP Data Science (pending board approval) Biotechnology I-II-P PE IB Analysis SL or HL – HP PE 2 Human Biology-P IB Applications SL or HL – HP PE Human Conditioning Biology-HCA-P Multivariable Calculus & Ordinary Differential Equations Weight Training IB Biology Y1 HL-HP PE Dance-P IB Environmental Systems SL-HP World Language PE Dance Int.-P (auditions required) PE (If needed) Spanish I-P, II-P PE Dance Adv.-P (auditions PE 2 required) Spanish III-P, IV-P PE Conditioning Spanish II-NS-P, III-NS-P, IV-NS-P Weight Training PE Dance-P VPA/CTE (elective) 1)________________________________ Courses listed on the back of thisInt.-P page (audition required) PE Dance PE Dance Adv.-P (audition required) Alternate Electives History (Choose TWO) 1)________________________________ 2)_____________________________________ US History-P IB History of the Americas HL-HP ● Course selections subject to History-P change due Acad US (DAA)to teacher recommendations. Parents will see final course selection with teacher recommendations in May the Online Acad US through History Hlth-P (HCA) Information Update (OIU) process. If you do not agree with your teacher’s

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recommendation, please speak with your teacher and counselor. Math: Must pass with C- or better to advance Students taking six or seven classes could be enrolled in a zero or seventh period dependent on the master schedule. Sequoia Algebra I-P is not able to honor requests for specific periods and teacher preference. Geometry-P The last day for students and parents to request a course selection change is May 21 via Online Information Update (OIU). Algebra II-P Algebra II/Trig-P IB Analysis SL or HL – HP IB Applications SL or HL – HP Multivariable Calculus & Ordinary Differential Equations World Language Spanish I-P, II-P Spanish III-P, IV-P Spanish II-NS-P, III-NS-P

VPA/CTE (elective)

1)________________________________ Courses listed on the back of this page

Alternate Electives (Choose TWO)

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UNALIYI Course Planning Worksheet FOR RISING ELD STUDENTS Rising Senior Meetings (current 11TH graders): January 19 - February 5 Rising Sophomore Meetings (current 9th graders): February 8 - March 5 Rising Junior Meetings (current 10th graders): March 8 - March 26 Review this worksheet with your parent/guardian & CIRCLE your courses for next year. CIRCLE YOUR CHOICES

Course Planning Worksheet FOR RISING World SENIORS Language English Individual meetings counselors 5 II-NS-P, ReviewIII-NS-P, this worksheet ELAwith I AND ELD I will take place January 19 - February Spanish IV-NS-P with your parent/ ELA II AND ELD II IB Spanish B SL-Y4-HP – 11th grade guardian & CIRCLE the courses for next year. ELA III-P AND ELD III IB Spanish B HL-Y4-HP – 11th grade English World Language English III-P AND Academic Literacy IB Spanish B SL-Y5-HP – 12th grade English IV-P IB Spanish B Y5 SL-HP IB Spanish B HL-Y5-HP – 12th grade IB English Y2 HL-HP IB Spanish B Y5 HL-HP IB French B Y4 HL-HP - 11th grade Acad English IV-P (DAA) French I-P, II-P History IB French B Y5 HL-HP - 12th grade IB English SL-HP (HCA) French III-P, IV-P Mod Euro Hist LEP-P – 10th grade French I-P, II-P IB English Y2thHL-HP (HCA) IB French B Y5 HL-HP Mod Euro Hist PL-P – 10 grade French III-P, IV-P US History LEP-P – 11th grade Science Government-Economics LEP-P – 12th grade Science Chemistry-P Gen Science I - NEP Acad Chem Hlth-P (HCA) Math: Must pass with C- to advance Biology LEP-P Physics-P General Math NEP Chemistry LEP-P Acad Physics-P (DAA) Algebra I LEP-P IB Physics SL-HP Geometry LEP-P PE Biotechnology I-II-P Algebra II-P PE 2 Human Biology-P Algebra II/Trig-P PE Conditioning Human Biology-HCA-P Data Science (12th grade only) Weight Training IB Biology Y2 HL-HP IB Analysis SL or HL – HP PE Dance-P IB Environmental Systems SL-HP IB Applications SL or HL – HP PE Dance Int.-P (audition required) Multivariable Calculus & Ordinary Differential Equations PE Dance Adv.-P (audition required) PE PE 2 PE Conditioning Weight VPA/CTE (elective) 1)________________________________ Courses listed on the back of this page Training PE Dance-P PE Dance Int.-P (auditions required) Alternate Electives 1)________________________________ 2)_____________________________________ PE Dance Adv.-P (auditions required) (Choose TWO) ● ● ● ● ●

Let your counselor know if History you are interested in joining AVID, Digital Arts Academy, or Health Careers Academy. Government/Economics-P If needed, all support classes for English and math will be added to your schedule by your counselor. Acad Government/Economics-P Course selections subject to change due to(DAA) teacher recommendations. Parents will see final course selection with Acad Government/Economics Hlth-P (HCA) teacher recommendations in May through the Online Information Update (OIU) process. If you do not agree with IB World History Topics HL-HP your teacher’s recommendation, please speak with your teacher and counselor. Students taking six or seven classes could be enrolled in a zero or seventh period dependent on the master schedule. Sequoia is not able to honor requests for specific periods and teacher preference. The last day for students and parents to request a course selection change is May 21 via Online Information Update (OIU).

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ATHLETICS & NCAA We encourage students to explore options when it comes to high school activities, and athletics is one way to do that. If you are planning to play sports at the Division I or II level, you need to register on the NCAA eligibility website starting at the beginning of 11th grade. NCAA requires student athletes to complete a certain number of high school core courses, earn a certain minimum GPA in those courses and earn a minimum score on the SAT/ ACT as well as graduate from high school. For additional information regarding NCAA, please visit NCAA Eligibility Center. FALL SPORTS

Cross Country Football Girls Golf Girls Tennis Girls Volleyball Water Polo Sideline Cheer WINTER SPORTS

Basketball Soccer Wrestling

SPRING SPORTS

Badminton Baseball Boys Golf Boys Tennis Boys Volleyball Competitive Sport Cheer Lacrosse Softball Swimming Track & Field

SPORTS ELIGIBILITY: • • • • • • • •

Must be prepared to commit to at least two-hours of daily practices after school throughout the season Must be cleared by a physician Must be enrolled in at least five classes each semester (25 credits each semester) Must be passing a minimum of four 5-credit classes at the end of the previous grading period with an unweighted grade point average (GPA) of 2.0 or better (meets California Interscholastic Federation requirements) Cannot fall behind more than 20 credits in the student classification system (i.e., 40 credits = 10th grade or sophomore, 95 credits = 11th grade or junior, and 155 credits = 12th grade or senior) 3.5 credits of a sport played in grades 10-12 may be used to waive 3.5 credits of PE during grades 10-12. All freshmen are required to take 9th grade PE regardless of sports participation. All current 9th grade students who fail the PFT are required to take PE in the 10th grade regardless of sports participation FOR MORE INFORMATION REGARDING SEQUOIA ATHLETICS, PLEASE CONTACT AVISIT THE SEQUOIA SPORTS WEBPAGE HTTPS://SEQSPORTS.COM

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Course Descriptions by Department

KEY ICAP

International College Advancement Program International Baccalaureate (IB) Program

IB Y1 Standard Level

IB Y2 Higher Level

Digital Arts Academy

HCA LEP PL P HP

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Health Career Academy Limited English Proficiency Primary Language Meets University of Ca. A-G requirements Meets University of Ca. A-G requirements and is considered an honors course.

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ENGLISH DEPARTMENT

Students must pass four years (40 credits) of English for graduation requirements. Key on next page

INTERVENTION ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS (ELA) & SUPPORT

Grades 9 Grade 10

Intervention ELA is a double period class designed for students reading below a 6th grade level who also need support and practice with decoding. Proper placement is confirmed using Let’s Go Learn’s DORA assessment as well as the Reading Inventory and Phonics Inventory. The course uses Houghton Mifﬂin Harcourt’s System 44 program. It uses a combination of software-based and teacher-led instruction and provides the student with adaptive, individualized learning as well as teacher-mediated direct instruction. System 44 is designed so that the teacher, technology, and texts work together to deliver highly engaging, comprehensive, research-based instructional content to the older struggling reader. Through a combination of teacher-led and software-based instruction, the System 44 student is guided along a systematic path from phonemic awareness to ﬂuent reading. Students receive elective credit for both courses. ENGLISH I INTENSIVE & SUPPORT

Grade 9

This double period of English is for students who are reading at least 3 years below grade level as determined by the district placement charts and assessments. This course assists students in the development of powerful reading strategies which they can use to address both academic and real-life text. The curriculum used is READ 180, by Houghton Mifﬂin Harcourt. The program includes independent reading, whole group and small group direct instruction, and individualized computer-based learning. Students are exposed to grade-level standards and some grade-level texts. Students receive English credit toward graduation for one period and elective credit for the second period of support. This English course only fulfills graduation requirements. ENGLISH I ICAP PP

Grade 9

English I ICAP is a rigorous course of study based on the 9th grade Common Core State Standards and intended for students reading at or near grade level. The objectives include the study of written communication, vocabulary, and the development of literary analysis with an emphasis on the study of literature and rhetorical analysis. This course is designed to introduce the sophisticated analytical writing, reading, speaking, and listening skills necessary for the IB English course taught in the junior and senior years. Sequoia’s mission is to provide all students access to foundational IB skills in order for them to be able to take advantage of IB courses in the upper grades if they choose. Students who opt into English I or English I ICAP will be placed in the same course and English I ICAP will appear on all transcripts. This course meets the UC “b” requirement. ENGLISH I SUPPORT

Grade 9

This course is designed for students reading at or above the 6th grade level but not yet at grade level as determined by the district placement charts and assessment. English I Support is a class designed to help students improve their reading comprehension, writing, and language skills through Common Core State Standard aligned units. The curriculum focuses heavily on building academic vocabulary, speaking, listening, and writing skills vital to success in school and life. This course also provides direct support for English I ICAP course work including preteaching and re-teaching of concepts and additional time to practice the course’s skills. Students receive elective COURSE CATALOG ‘22-’23 24 credit for this course

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ENGLISH II INTENSIVE & SUPPORT

Grade 10

This double period of English is for students who are reading at least 3 years below grade level on the Gates MacGinitie reading test. Proper placement is confirmed using Let’s Go Learn’s DORA assessment as well as the Reading Inventory. This course assists students in the development of powerful reading strategies which they can use to address both academic and real-life text. The curriculum used is READ 180, by Houghton Mifﬂin Harcourt. The program includes independent reading, whole group and small group direct instruction, and individualized computer-based learning. Students are exposed to grade-level standards and some grade-level texts. Students receive English credit toward graduation for one period and elective credit for the second period of support. This English course only fulfills graduation requirements. ENGLISH II SUPPORT

Grade 10

This course is designed for students reading at or above the 7th grade level as determined by the district placement charts and assessments. English II Support is a class designed to help students improve their reading, comprehension, writing, and language skills through Common Core State Standard aligned units. The curriculum focuses heavily on building academic vocabulary, speaking, listening, and writing skills vital to success in school and life. This course also provides direct support for English II ICAP course work. Students receive elective credit for this course. ENGLISH II ICAP

ICAP HCA

Grade 10

English II ICAP is the second-year preparatory English course offering for the IB English courses taught in the junior and senior years. This course emphasizes a content of global experience while working on logical organization and written communication, analytical writing as required for IB assessments, oral commentary, and presentation. Students enrolled in Acad English II ICAP are in the Digital Arts Academy and students enrolled in Acad English II ICAP Hlth are in the Health Careers Academy. This course meets the UC “b” requirement. ENGLISH III

Grade 11

This English course of study is based on the 11th grade Common Core State Standards. The objectives of this course include the continuation of the study of written communication; organization of sentence, paragraph, and composition patterns; vocabulary building; and the study of short stories, novels, plays, poetry, and various forms of non-fiction. In addition to studying fiction and nonfiction, students will study the California State University’s English Reading and Writing Curriculum, which helps students develop and hone the skills of critical analysis necessary for their first years of college. Study of this curriculum continues in the English IV course. Students enrolled in Acad English III DAA are in the Digital Arts Academy. This course meets the UC “b” requirement. IB ENGLISH – Y1 - HL

HCA

Recommendation: Completion of English II-ICAP with a C- or better or completion of English II with teacher approval.

Grade 11

This course of study is based on both the 11th and 12th grade Common Core State Standards and IB objectives. This is the first year of a two-year course that explores the crucial role language plays in communication, reﬂecting experience, and shaping the world. Throughout the course, students will explore the various ways in which language choices, text types, literary forms, and contextual elements all affect meaning. Through the lens of global issues and with a focus on a wide variety of communicative acts - and relationships between them - the course is meant to develop sensitivity to the foundational nature, and pervasive inﬂuence, of language in the world at large. This course is in many ways student-directed, prioritizing student choice and agency, and requiring tenacity and independent thought. Students enrolled in IB English Y1 HL Acad Hlth are in the Health Careers Academy. This course meets the UC “b” requirement. WWWW.SEQUOIAHS.ORG

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ENGLISH IV

Grade 12

This English course of study is based on the 12th grade Common Core State Standards. The objectives of this course include the continuation of the study of written communication with an emphasis on composition writing; vocabulary building; and the study of short stories, novels, plays, poetry, and forms of nonfiction. This course prepares students for life after high school. In addition to studying fiction and nonfiction, students will study the California State University’s English Reading and Writing Curriculum, which helps students develop and hone the skills of critical analysis necessary for their first years of college. Students enrolled in Acad English IV DAA are in the Digital Arts Academy. This course meets the UC “b” requirement. IB ENGLISH – Y2 – HL Prerequisite: Successful completion of IB English Y1.

HCA

Grade 12

This course of study is based on both the 11th and 12th grade Common Core Standards and IB objectives. This is the second year of a two-year course. In this course, students study a wide range of literary and non-literary texts in a variety of media. By examining communicative acts across literary form and textual type alongside appropriate secondary readings, students will investigate the nature of language itself and the ways in which it shapes and is inﬂuenced by identity and culture. Approaches to study in the course are meant to be wide ranging and can include literary theory, sociolinguistics, media studies and critical discourse analysis among others. The two year course is rooted in 3 “Areas of Exploration”: Intertextuality, Readers, Writers and Texts and Time and Space. Students also engage in close examination of “Global Issues” through a variety of mediums and assessments. This course meets the University of California “b” requirement. IB ENGLISH – SL - HP

Grade 12

IB English - SL is only for students in the Health Careers Academy. This course of study is based on both the 11th and 12th grade Common Core State Standards and International Baccalaureate Program objectives. In this course, students study a wide range of literary and non-literary texts in a variety of media. By examining communicative acts across literary form and textual type alongside appropriate secondary readings, students will investigate the nature of language itself and the ways in which it shapes and is inﬂuenced by identity and culture. Approaches to study in the course are meant to be wide ranging and can include literary theory, sociolinguistics, media studies and critical discourse analysis among others. The two year course is rooted in 3 “Areas of Exploration”: Intertextuality, Readers, Writers and Texts and Time and Space. Students also engage in close examination of “Global Issues” through a variety of mediums and assessments. Students in this course complete three IB assessments over the course of this year, including an individual oral analysis of two texts, and two on-demand IB exam papers at the end of the second semester. Students who submit all IB assessments and receive a composite score of at least a four out of a possible seven are eligible to receive a certificate in IB English, Standard Level, which may be used for college placement purposes. This course is only offered in the Health Careers Academy, and it meets the UC “b” requirement. ICAP

International College Advancement Program International Baccalaureate (IB) Program

IB Y1 Standard Level

IB Y2 Higher Level

Digital Arts Academy

HCA LEP PL P HP

COURSE CATALOG ‘22-’23

Health Career Academy Limited English Proficiency Primary Language Meets University of Ca. A-G requirements Meets University of Ca. A-G requirements and is considered an honors course.

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MATH DEPARTMENT P

The course is approved by the University of California to meet the a-g requirements

The course is approved by the University of California to meet the a-g requirements and is considered an honors course.

Students must pass Algebra I and Geometry in order to graduate (minimum).

GENERAL MATH -NEP

Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12

This is a course for students who are not ready to take Algebra I and are English Learners. The class includes the study of pre-algebraic skills and concepts, including whole numbers, operations on whole numbers, rational numbers, operations on rational numbers, symbolic notation, equations and functions, the coordinate plane, graphing proportional relationships, and algebra. This course earns elective credit toward graduation requirements, but does not count toward the math graduation requirement.

ALGEBRA I

Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12

Placement based on student’s 8th grade course. First-year college-preparatory mathematics sequence adhering to the Common Core Mathematics Standards. Includes the study and operation of real numbers; solving equations, graphing, factorization, linear functions, quadratic functions, exponential functions, statistics, and real world problem solving. Completion of this course meets the Sequoia District Algebra I graduation requirement. This course meets the UC “c” requirement. LEP

GEOMETRY

Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12

Placement determined using student achievement data or math department recommendation.Geometry-P (9th/10th) is the same course as Geometry-P (11th/12th). Geometry is open to 9th-graders who have completed a full-year Algebra 1 course. This course is required by all 4-year colleges. Geometrical concepts are discovered by and taught to students through guided lessons. Common Core Mathematical Standards topics covered include transformations, inductive and deductive reasoning, angles, polygons, congruent triangles, circles, right triangles, similarity, solids, and triangle trigonometry. The UC system requires all students to complete a full year of Geometry to be UC eligible. LEP ACCELERATED GEOMETRY/IB AA YR 1

Grade 9 Grade 10

Placement determined using student achievement data or math department recommendation. Suggested Prerequisites: Algebra I with an A– or better and a strong desire to learn mathematics as well as the desire to take Higher Level IB Math). This course is designed to accelerate advanced students to enable them to take IB Math Higher Level Yr 2 and college level math in their junior and/or senior years, and who are planning to pursue a major in math or science. The material is covered at an honors level, and is accelerated so that two courses are taught in one year. The course is excellent preparation for the analysis and synthesis required in advanced math courses. Geometry topics include proofs, triangles, polygons, circles, and coordinate geometry. The IB AA YR 1 portion of the course covers linear, quadratic, exponential, and logarithmic functions, graphing, polynomial functions, rational expressions and equations, trigonometry, imaginary and complex numbers, and series. In addition, topics in probability and statistics covered. Students successfully completing this course directly enroll in IB Analysis SL or IB Applications SL the following year. WWWW.SEQUOIAHS.ORG

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DATA SCIENCE

Grade 12

MATH DEPARTMENT Cont’d Prerequisite: Completion of Geometry with a C- or better.The main goal of the course is to teach students to think critically about and with data. The Common Core State Standards (CCSS) for High School Statistics and Probability relevant to data science are taught along with the data demands of good citizenship in the 21st century. Students will learn about data science through project-based units. The units will give students opportunities to ask questions of data, developing their understanding of data analysis, sampling, correlation/causation, bias and uncertainty, modeling with data, making and evaluating data-based arguments, and the importance of data in society. This course meets the third year of math for the UC “c” requirement. IB ANALYSIS SL/HL Y1

Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12

Prerequisite: completion of Algebra II/Trig with a C- or better This course teaches analytic methods of mathematics with an emphasis on Calculus. Other topics include Number and Algebra, Functions, Geometry and Trigonometry, and Statistics and Probability. The class is appropriate for students who plan to go on to study mathematics, physics, engineering, or other subjects with substantial math content. At the end of this course, students may take the Standard Level IB exam, or take the Higher Level IB exam after one more year. This course meets the UC “c” requirement.

IB APPLICATIONS SL/HL Y1 HP

Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12

Prerequisite: completion of Algebra II or Algebra II/Trig with a C- or better This course has an emphasis on statistics, modeling, and use of technology. Other topics include Number and Algebra, Functions, Geometry and Trigonometry, and Calculus. The class is appropriate for students who plan to go on to study the social sciences, business, medicine, or statistics. At the end of this course, students may take the Standard Level IB exam, or take the Higher Level IB exam after one more year. This course meets the UC “c” requirement.

IB ANALYSIS SL/HL Y2

Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12

Prerequisite: completion of IB Mathematics Analysis & Approaches HL Y1 with a C- or better. This course continues the topics from IB Mathematics Analysis & Approaches HL Y1, teaching all of them at a higher level. There is an emphasis on Calculus, but other topics include Number and Algebra, Functions, Geometry and Trigonometry, and Statistics and Probability. The class is appropriate for students who plan to go on to study mathematics, physics, engineering, or other subjects with substantial math content. At the end of this course, students may take the Higher Level IB exam. This course meets the UC “c” requirement.

IB APPLICATIONS HL Y2

Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12

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ICAP

Digital Arts Academy

International College Advancement Program

HCA LEP PL P

International Baccalaureate (IB) Program

IB Y1 Standard Level

IB Y2 Higher Level

Health Career Academy Limited English Proficiency Primary Language Meets University of Ca. A-G requirements

MULTIVARIABLE CALCULUS

Meets University of Ca. A-G requirements and is considered an honors course.

Grade 12

Prerequisite: Completion of IB Analysis HL Y2 (to be offered in Fall 2021). This is an advanced transferable college level honors course that builds upon IB Math HL Y1 and Y2. Topics include parametric equations, polar coordinates, vector functions, partial derivatives, multiple integrals, vector calculus, and second-order differential equations. This course is for students who are planning to major in math or science related fields. This course may run in rotation with Ordinary Differential Equations and Linear Algebra. Students do not need to take these courses in any specific sequence. ORDINARY DIFFERENTIAL EQUATIONS

Grade 12

Prerequisite: Completion of IB Analysis HL Y2 (to be offered Spring 2022). This is an advanced college level honors course that builds upon IB Analysis HL Y1 and Y2. Topics include first order differential equations, systems of two first order equations, second order linear equations, LaPlace transforms, and nonlinear systems of equations and stability. This course may run in rotation with Multivariable Calculus and Linear Algebra. Students do not need to take these courses in any specific sequence.

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The course is approved by the University of California to meet the a-g requirements and is considered an honors course.

NOTE: Students must pass three and a half years (35 credits) of Social Studies for graduation requirements. HP

BIOLOGY

Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12

In this lab science course, students explore biological concepts that build comprehension around two driving questions: What connections exist between the living and nonliving components of our changing Earth? and How and in what ways do organisms, including humans, depend on and impact the environment? Guided by the Life Sciences Next Generation Science Standards, this course provides students opportunities to practice asking questions, develop and use models, collect and analyze data, plan and carry out investigations, and to construct explanations as they engage in argumentation from evidence. Throughout the course, students build an understanding of life and how life changes over time in response to a changing environment. Central to this understanding is the study of interactions of living organisms and their environments on both macroscopic and microscopic scales. The UC requires two year of lab science for admissions eligibility. California State Universities require one year of biological science and one year of physical science (Chemistry or Physics). Biology meets the UC “d” requirement. LIFE SCIENCE. HCA LEP

GENERAL SCIENCE

Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12

In this course, our ELD I students (newcomers who are learning English) explore scientific concepts which focus on building background knowledge to help close educational gaps. The students are taught in their primary language as they are challenged to work collaboratively to explore three central themes: scientific inquiry and practices, understanding the natural world, and exploring human impact on the environment. Guided by the Life Sciences Next Generation Science Standards, this course provides ELD I students opportunities to practice asking questions, develop and use models, plan and carry out investigations, and to construct explanations as they engage in argumentation from evidence. LIFE SCIENCE. NEP HUMAN BIOLOGY

Grade 11 Grade 12

Recommendation: C- or better in Biology, Chemistry, or Physics Human Biology is a course that focuses on the anatomy and physiology of the human body. The structures and functions of various organ systems are studied. Students will explore a variety of areas including diseases, health and fitness, medicine, and environmental issues that affect the human body by doing lab activities, researching current scientific articles, and working collaboratively in group projects. Human Biology meets the UC “d” requirement. LIFE SCIENCE. HCA

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CHEMISTRY

Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12

Recommendation: Pass Algebra I with C- or better A rigorous one-year college preparatory lab course that studies matter and the changes of matter. Chemistry concepts will be introduced through explanation, discussion and discovery labs. An emphasis is placed on experimental data analysis, problem solving skills, and qualitative and quantitative observations. The principles of general chemistry will be examined through explanation, discussion and quantitative laboratory work. The applications of chemistry in daily lives and health science are also an integral part of each unit. Chemistry meets HCA LEP the UC “d” requirement. CHEMICAL/ PHYSICAL SCIENCE PHYSICS

Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12

Recommendation: The ability to isolate a variable in a three term equation Students must be prepared to work independently and have strong time management habits before they take this course. This course is guided by the NGSS framework and uses the NGSS Science & Engineering Practices to explore the Disciplinary Core Ideas related to Motion, Energy, Waves, & Wave Technologies.This course prepares students for IB Physics or the advanced science course of their choosing. The course follows a logical, sequential development of the basic principles of physics through extensive laboratory-centered experiences that also emphasize analysis and computational skills. There is a strong emphasis on the direct application of physics to daily lives through the study of topics such as energy, waves, circuits, motion, and forces. Physics meets the UC “d” requirement. The California State Universities require one year of a Physical Science for admissions eligibility. CHEMICAL/ PHYSICAL SCIENCE

IB PHYSICS

Grade 11 Grade 12

Prerequisite: Successful completion of physics or passing department placement exam, and concurrent enrollment in Algebra II/Trig or higher. IB Physics is an introduction to college freshman-level trigonometry-based mechanics, waves, electricity and magnetism, and modern physics. Large emphasis placed on strong experimental design, technique, and analysis. IB Physics meets the UC “d” requirement. CHEMICAL/ PHYSICAL SCIENCE

IB BIOLOGY

Grade 11 Grade 12

(Note: 2 Year Course) Recommended successful completion of 2 lab-science courses, including completion of Chemistry with a grade of C- or higher in the 10th grade. This two-year science course covers content from the first two years of college-level biology. The broad topics covered include Molecular Biology, Genetics, Ecology, Evolution, Human Physiology and Plant Biology. In addition to increasing the students’ factual understanding, the course will require that they take all this information, use and apply it to novel problems. The students will be asked to formulate critical questions, transform these questions into testable hypotheses, and present their findings using appropriate scientific vocabulary and information technology. Also, students will be expected to use what they know to establish positions on ethical issues in biology, to consider diverse scientific perspectives, and to appreciate the international nature of doing biological research. IB Biology HL meets the UC “d” requirement. LIFE SCIENCE.

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IB ENVIRONMENTAL SYSTEMS & SOCIETIES

Grade 11 Grade 12

Recommended successful completion of 2 lab-science courses, including completion of Biology with a C- or higher AND completion of Chemistry or Physics with a C- or higher. A rigorous, one-year, college-level science course that provides students with a coherent perspective on the environment. The emphasis is on the scientific details of the local and global environment with fieldwork and hands-on lab experiences. The course is trans-disciplinary and satisfies both IB groups 3 and 4; students will draw on concepts from the natural sciences and apply this scientific understanding to political and social issues. Students will be expected to use what they know to establish positions on public policy, consider diverse environmental perspectives, and develop an appreciation for the international nature of resolving major environmental issues. IB Environmental Systems & Societies meets the UC “d” requirement. LIFE OR CHEMICAL/ PHYSICAL SCIENCE.

BIOTECHNOLOGY I&II

CTE

Grade 11 Grade 12

Recommendation: C- or better in BIOLOGY 2nd semester, comfortable working independently to complete a rigorous lab procedure or IB Biology Year 1 with a grade of C- or better. A one-year laboratory course consisting of two semesters that serves as an introduction to the field of biotechnology. Includes concepts and vocational information. Students will develop laboratory, critical thinking, and communication skills currently used in the biotechnology industry. Through extensive research and workplace experience, students will evaluate career opportunities in the field of biotechnology. As a part of the biotechnology pathway, students will enroll in Introduction to Biotechnology 1; the next semester they will take Biotechnology 2. This course is a great hands-on application of biological concepts and can be taken concurrently with IB Biology Year 2. Biotechnology meets the UC “d” requirement. LIFE OR CHEMICAL/ PHYSICAL SCIENCE.

ICAP

International College Advancement Program International Baccalaureate (IB) Program

IB Y1 Standard Level

IB Y2 Higher Level

Digital Arts Academy

HCA LEP PL P HP

COURSE CATALOG ‘22-’23

Health Career Academy Limited English Proficiency Primary Language Meets University of Ca. A-G requirements Meets University of Ca. A-G requirements and is considered an honors course.

SOCIAL STUDIES DEPARTMENT UNALIYI

The course is approved by the University of California to meet the a-g requirements

HP The course is approved by the University of California to meet the a-g requirements and is considered an honors course.

NOTE: Students must pass three and a half years (35 credits) of Social Studies for graduation requirements.

LIFE SKILLS

Grade 9

Life skills is an introductory, quarter-long course that covers mental, emotional, social, personal, and community health, as well as substance abuse. It introduces freshmen to high school, including discussions of high school success skills and goal setting while addressing state- and district-approved Health Education Standards. Using “high school success” as a framework, the course integrates critical academic skills, goal-setting paradigms, and career/college tools. ealth concepts covered such as drug abuse, family communication, suicide, stressors, and disease prevention may have personal applications and bolster decision making skills. 9th grade students in Intervention ELA, English I Intensive, ELD I, or ELD II will take Life Skills in the summer after 8th grade through the Sequoia Compass program or will need to make it up in summer school before their senior year. Life Skills is a graduation requirement for all students.

ETHNIC STUDIES I & II

Grade 9

A new, districtwide graduation requirement offered to all 9th-graders beginning in 21-22. In this interdisciplinary course, which is still being developed, students will develop the skills to critically examine local, national, and global histories through the lens of race, gender, and class. This course is designed to build a foundation for the rest of students’ high school social studies courses, where these lenses and critical analyses will be further honed and utilized in a variety of historical contexts (e.g. World Studies, U.S. History, Gov’t/Econ, IB History of the Americas, IB World History Topics, etc.) This course is pending approval for the UC “a” requirement.

ACAD WORLD STUDIES I&II

Grade 10

This is a two semester survey course where students will examine contemporary social movements to those of the past. Students will study movements for change, equality, and justice across the world, as well as an overview of 20th century events. This course meets the UC “a” requirement. PL LEP

WORLD STUDIES I&II

Grade 10

The goal of this course is to prepare all students for the rigorous IB History courses in the 11th and 12th grades. This is a two semester survey course where students will examine contemporary social movements to those of the past. Students will study movements for change, equality, and justice across the world , as well as an overview of 20th century events. This course meets the UC “a” requirement. HCA ICAP

U.S. HISTORY

Grade 11

The objectives of this course include the study of the development of American political, economic and social institutions from Reconstruction to present; preparation for competency as citizens in a democratic society through understanding of democratic tradition. All 11th grade students are enrolled in U.S. History (if not taking IB History of the Americas) regardless of English placement. U.S. History meets the UC “a” requirement. HCA LEP

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Grade 11

The first year of the IB two-year course that promotes the acquisition and understanding of historical knowledge in breadth and depth, across cultures, including the understanding of history as a discipline, the nature and diversity of its sources, methods and interpretations, and international awareness and understanding. IB History of the Americas meets the UC “a” requirement for U.S. History.

ECONOMICS

Grade 12

A one-semester course providing background to existing economic systems; considers current fiscal and monetary policies; examines current national and world economic problems and attempts to make projections for the future. Meets one semester of the UC requirement for “g” elective. HCA

AMERICAN GOVERNMENT

Grade 12

A one-semester course that studies the problems of politics, the legislative process, political parties, voting, state and fed eral constitutions, the Bill of Rights, court and justice systems, and state and local governments; and related matters, such as foreign policy, mass media, public opinion and citizen responsibilities. American Government meets one semester of HCA LEP the UC “a” requirement for U.S. History. IB HISTORY OF THE AMERICAS Y2 HL

PREREQUISITE: SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION OF IB HOA. Grade

The second year of the IB two-year course where students study a selection of topics in twentieth century world history. In addition, students will be required to study a region of the world, in depth. IB World History Topics meets the UC “a” requirement.

Digital Arts Academy

HCA LEP PL

Health Career Academy Limited English Proficiency Primary Language

ICAP International College Advancement Program

International Baccalaureate Program

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WORLD LANGUAGES

World Language Level III and above can be used in place of the CTE graduation requirement.

FRENCH I / SPANISH I

Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12

Introductory courses for the acquisition of another language. It includes the skills necessary for understanding, speaking, reading, and writing. Students will learn appreciation of the culture and heritage of the countries in which the language is spoken. Students who successfully master this level may be recommended to take the corresponding ICAP course. This course meets the UC “e” requirement. FRENCH II / SPANISH II

Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12

Recommended: Completion of French I/Spanish I - P with a C- or better or teacher/department recommendation based on an assessment. Continuation of year I; intensified study in the four basic skills: listening, reading, speaking, and writing; emphasis on vocabulary enrichment; introduction to literature; appreciation of the culture and heritage of the countries in which the language is spoken; class conducted mostly in the target language. This course meets the UC “e” requirement. FRENCH / SPANISH III

Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12

Recommended: Completion of French II or Spanish II with a C- or better or teacher/department recommendation. Continuation of year II; refinement of the four basic skills; development of composition skills; additional reading in the literature; appreciation of the culture and heritage of the countries in which the language is spoken; class conducted principally in the target language. This course will also prepare sophomores who wish to pursue IB language to continue to the IB year 4 course in their Junior year. This course meets the UC “e” requirement. FRENCH/SPANISH II-III ICAP

Grade 10

Prerequisite: Completion of French/Spanish I with a C- or better or by teacher recommendation post-assessment. This class is designed to bridge the gap for students who entered high school with no previous language experience and who wish to enter the IB Programme. The class focuses on the continuation of the reading, writing, listening and speaking skills. It is taught primarily in the target language. This course meets the UC “e” requirement.

FRENCH IV / SPANISH IV

Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12

Prerequisite: Completion of French/Spanish III with a C- or better. Continuation of French III/Spanish III; appreciation of the culture and heritage of the countries in which the language is spoken; class conducted in the target language; emphasis on literature and culture with vocabulary building, composition, and oral competency. This course meets the UC “e” requirement. SPANISH II-NS (FOR THE NATIVE SPEAKER)

Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12

Prerequisite: Ability to write a well-organized paragraph with detail, accuracy, and intermediate vocabulary and comprehend a variety of literary fragments. This course is focused on the development of reading, writing, speaking, and listening, vocabulary building, composition and grammar, spelling, sentence structure, punctuation, accents, and paragraph organization. Students will study Latin American and Spanish literature and culture through selections from novels, myths, short stories, plays, and poetry. Class is conducted in Spanish. Upon successful completion of SNS II, and teacher recommendation, sophomore students can move into IB Spanish B HL year 4. This course meets the UC “e” requirement. WWWW.SEQUOIAHS.ORG

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Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12

Recommended: Completion of Spanish for Native Speakers II with a C- or better or teacher recommendation. In-depth study of literature and composition and further development of literary analysis. Refine grammar, spelling, sentence structure, punctuation, accents and compositional organization. Class conducted in Spanish. Upon successful completion of Spanish III NS and teacher recommendation, sophomore students can move into IB Spanish B HL year 4 in the 11th grade. This course meets the UC “e” requirement. SPANISH IV-NS

(FOR THE NATIVE SPEAKER)

Grade 12

Prerequisite: Spanish III-NS-P with a C- or better. Spanish IV-NS is the next course in sequence after Spanish III-NS. Students will continue to review simple and complex grammatical structures while mastering and perfecting their writing and reading skills through the incorporation of authentic printed materials and some internet sites. The course will be taught in Spanish, so students will be expected to practice their speaking and listening skills through a variety of communicative strategies and units studied. This course meets the UC “e” requirement. IB FRENCH B HL Y4

Grade 11

Prerequisite: Completion of French II/III ICAP or French III with a C- or better or teacher recommendation. Language B is designed for students with previous experience in the target language. The main focus of the course is to give candidates an opportunity to reach a high level of competency in a second language through texts as well as a study of language and culture. Students perform written and oral assessments to demonstrate ﬂuency. This course meets the UC “e” requirement. IB FRENCH B SL Y4

Grade 12

Prerequisite: French 2/3 ICAP or teacher recommendation. Registration into the course is solely based on French teacher recommendation. This course meets the UC “e” requirement. IB SPANISH B SL Y4 HP

HP Grade 11 Prerequisite: Completion of Spanish III or Spanish II/ III ICAP, with a C- or better or teacher recommendation. Language B is designed for students with previous experience in the target language. The main focus of the course is to give candidates an opportunity to reach a high level of competency in a second language through texts as well as a study of language and culture. Students perform written and oral assessments to demonstrate ﬂuency. This course meets the UC “e” requirement. HP IB SPANISH B HL Y4 HP

Grade 11

HP - GRADE 12 ONLY. IB FRENCH /SPANISH B HL Y5 – HP

Grade 12

Prerequisite: Completion of Spanish III, Spanish for Native Speakers III, or Spanish II/III ICAP with a C- or better or teacher recommendation.Language B is designed for students with previous experience in the target language. The main focus of the course is to give candidates an opportunity to reach a high level of competency in a second language through texts as well as a study of language and culture. Students perform written and oral assessments to demonstrate ﬂuency. This course meets the UC “e” requirement. Prerequisite: IB French/Spanish B HL Y4 with a C- or better. International Baccalaureate course for students preparing to earn an IB certificate in French and fill a requirement toward an IB Diploma. Completion of IB French/Spanish B-Y4 with above average grades or equivalent preparation is required. The objectives of this course are to communicate in complex contexts, express opinion, debate and discuss ideas, gain with high proficiency. This course meets the UC “e” requirement.

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PHYSICAL EDUCATION

All 9th graders are required to take P.E. 1 or P.E. Dance P = the course is approved by the University of California to meet the a-g requirements. = the course may satisfy the VPA graduation requirement.

Students must earn a total of 20 credits of Physical Education to graduate; all PE courses award 2.5 credits at the end of each quarter. Students must pass all 4 quarters in order to earn 10 credits for the entire school year and will be applied towards the P.E. graduation requirement. 3.5 credits of a sport played in grades 10-12 may be used towards PE credits. 9th grade sports only count towards elective credit. After School Sports award 3.5 credits at the end of each season. Cheerleading awards 3.5 credits in the Spring semester only. Due to the pandemic we strongly recommend that students enroll in a PE class at Sequoia in order to fulfill PE graduation requirements. P.E. 1

Grade 9

P.E. 1 is a core course that is structured to align with the California Physical Education Standards. This curriculum will benefit the students and school as a whole by providing an arena of fitness enhancement as well as physical skill development. This course is designed to provide a healthy and caring environment where students: Begin to develop sound strategies for incorporating physical activity into a comprehensive lifetime activity plan Practice responsible personal and social behavior by independently following safety guidelines and class procedures as well as exhibiting an understanding of their responsibility as a positive inﬂuence on others Understand the connection between personal wellness and the skills and choices that are a part of the lifelong process of maintaining a healthy lifestyle. P.E. 1 focuses on individual and partner based activities. Each quarter will consist of two or more activities in addition to fitness/wellness activities. Quarter 1: Dual Activities (badminton, tennis, pickleball, etc.) Quarter 2: Individual Activities (track & field, dance) Quarter 3: Golf/California State Fitness Testing Quarter 4: Weight Training/Aquatics

P.E. 2

Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12

This course is designed to give students the opportunity to learn through a comprehensive sequentially planned Kinesiology and Physical Education program aligned with the California Content Standards for Physical Education. Students will be empowered to make choices, meet challenges and develop positive behaviors in fitness, wellness and movement activity for a lifetime. Emphasis is placed on students analyzing skills for effective movement. Units of instruction include: introduction to kinesiology and physical education with personal fitness emphasis, fitness concepts and techniques, cardiorespiratory endurance training, nutrition, team activities, aquatics. P.E. 2 focuses on group based activities. NOTE: Other similar units

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Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12

In addition to the skills outlined in the Physical Education course description, students in PE Dance Course 1 or 2 will also be introduced to various dance styles, engage in choreography and will expand their knowledge about dance as an artistic and cultural form. Students will learn techniques from several theatrical genres, including, but not not limited to, ballet, jazz, contemporary and hip hop dance. No audition or previous experience required. *P.E. INTERMEDIATE DANCE

Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12

Prerequisite: PE-Dance, audition, or outside dance training with teacher recommendation. Intermediate Dance is designed to offer those students who have had some experience in dance the opportunity to enhance their technical skills, learn and create formalized choreography, study theatrical qualities (i.e. costumes, lighting, text, music, etc), and perform dance pieces for school events. Intermediate dance is meant to provide the link between beginning dance and advanced dance, improving previously learned dance styles and techniques, while expanding the students’ knowledge of choreography, performance, and history. This course may be used to meet the UC “f” requirement. P.E. - DANCE XL

Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12

Prerequisite: Prior dance experience and audition. Advanced level dance class. This class is structured as a class for a professional dance company. Equal emphasis will be given to choreography and performance as to technique, with training in ballet, contemporary, jazz and hip-hop. Students will create and rehearse a number of complete dance works to be performed in various settings throughout the year. Also addressed will be other aspects of dance production, such as: costuming, lighting design, sound engineering, and make-up application. The class will culminate in a full evening production. This course may be used to meet the UC “f” requirement. P.E. WEIGHT TRAINING

Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12

This course includes the conditioning and physical requirements of PE-2 and is designed for those students wishing to further their fitness levels working in a structured program of strength training exercises and aerobic conditioning. Please note that this course may be offered as a 0 period. P.E. CONDITIONING

Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12

This year-long course includes the conditioning and physical requirements of PE-2 along with an emphasis on basic yoga techniques. The yoga activities are designed to introduce students safely to the basic postures, breathing techniques, and relaxation methods of yoga. Students will begin to experience the benefits of stretching, moving, and breathing freely as they relieve built up stress, learn to relax, and ultimately get more out of day- today life. The aim of this course is to promote vibrant health, reduce stress and to tap into the body’s latent energy reserves. Yoga, along with other conditioning circuits, will help to achieve the goals of fitness and cardiovascular health.

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VISUAL & PERFORMING ARTS Meets the VPA graduation requirement. * F HP

A-G

P meets University of California A-G (F) requirements

U ets - C

meets University of California A-G (F) requirements and is considered an honors course

ART I

Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12

This class is an introductory class created for the non-artist as well as the accomplished artist. This course does NOT focus on drawing. It is a course designed to explore students’ creative abilities with multiple materials. Materials may include but are not limited to clay, paper-maché, wood, plaster, Paris-craft, tempera, acrylic, collage, printmaking, pen and ink, and pastels. In Art I students learn the fundamentals of art theory, design, and color through thematic lessons based on global issues, the natural world, artists and culture, and students’ own life experiences and emotions. CERAMICS I

Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12

This course covers low fire clay construction including pinch, slab, coil and a variety of combinations of hand-building methods. Methods of ornamentation and glazing techniques will be explored. Projects include functional and non-functional ware as well as an introduction to the elements of design and the principles of art. CERAMICS II

Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12

Prerequisite: Ceramics I, having earned a B or higher and/or teacher recommendation Advanced studies in hand-building and wheel-throwing; elementary chemistry of glazes and kiln-firing techniques. Individual projects are designed to promote artistic development and creativity. Exposure to Art History and contemporary ceramics through research and writing. CERAMICS III

Grade 11 Grade 12

Prerequisite: Ceramics II, having earned a B or higher and/or teacher Recommendation This course oﬀers students who have been through the beginning and intermediate level Ceramics courses a chance to grow as an artist and further explore ceramic techniques. This course encourages and expects a creative and systematic investigation of formal and conceptual issues in 3D design. Students will be expected to solve creative problems using their knowledge of the principles of design. Students will research and apply a range of conceptual approaches as well as show technical competency in a variety of mediums. Class assignments will challenge students to set and achieve creative goals that are personally meaningful to the student artist. DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY I

Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12

Digital Photography I is an introductory course for students interested in learning the art of taking and developing photos and exploring career paths in photography. Students will learn how to compose, edit, and enhance their own photographs using cameras and a variety of professional software and equipment. While the primary focus will be on digital photography, students will also be exposed to a wide array of alternative processes including, cyanotypes, pinhole cameras, photograms, and introductory darkroom techniques. This is a project-based course where students create personally relevant and meaningful imagery on a wide variety of topics. These topics include portraiture, sports photography, composition, macro photography, abstraction, light painting, and documentary photography. Students will be able to express and share their unique vision of the world through the medium ofWWWW.SEQUOIAHS.ORG photography. 39

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DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY II

Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12

Prerequisite: Digital Photography I Digital Photography II will expand upon the processes and techniques that students learned in Photo I. This course will teach both digital and film photography. Students will learn more advanced darkroom techniques, digital manipulations, and professional light and studio setups as well as, delve into the more technical aspects of digital and film photography. Students will be able to check out digital and film cameras to complete their assignments and shoot photos outside of school hours at locations of their choosing. Exploring and learning about the Art World is also a part of the curriculum. Students are expected to study famous photographers, visit museums, and explore gallery shows. Students are encouraged to submit projects for student publications, competitions, art shows, and displays. Upon completion of this course, students will be able to work independently with film and digital cameras as well as scanners, printers, computers, studio lights, studio backdrops, and models. Students will compile a digital and physical portfolio that can be used to demonstrate their abilities for college entrance or employment in the field of photography. This course does have a heavier workload than Photo I, but it is a great fit for someone who is passionate about photography. The prerequisite for this course is a grade of C or better in Photo I or a passing portfolio review by the teacher. This course may be used to meet the UC “f ” requirement. DRAWING & PAINTING I

Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12

This class is an introductory class for students interested in learning how to draw and paint realistically and stylistically. Students are introduced to various genres and styles of art through visual examples of a wide variety of artists’ works provided in text, slide and poster formats. The course provides explorations in basic drawing, painting and printmaking (including technical studies in each of the mediums). The technical studies are followed by creative projects to enable the student to interpret the newly acquired technique into his/her individual creative and expressive style. Course content includes studies in line, texture, space, form and color. Projects include contour drawings, still-life drawings, plein-air drawings and paintings as well as realistic, stylized and abstract drawing and painting from imagination. Mediums include the use of pencil, colored pencil, charcoal, pastels, pen and ink, acrylic paint and watercolor. This class is also offered during 7th period. This course may be used to meet the UC “f ” requirement. DRAWING & PAINTING II

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Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12

Prerequisite: Drawing & Painting I with an average of B or better; portfolio review and/or permission of the instructor. This class is an advanced class for students interested in pursuing creative projects to build upon their previous years’ study of drawing and painting realistically and stylistically. Students are challenged with more in-depth and creative studies and projects – continuing to explore various genres and styles of art. Students will be expected to research and explore different artists and movements in the history of art and to create a journal logging such discoveries. Technical exercises are followed by creative projects to enable the student to interpret 40

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the technical mastery into an individual creative, expressive style. This course meets the CTE graduation requirement and may be used to meet the UC “f ” requirement. IB VISUAL ARTS Y-1 & Y-2

Grade 11 Grade 12

Prerequisite: Art 1 or Drawing and Painting 1 completed at Sequoia (or equivalent for a transferring student by the end of 10th grade. This course is a two year course taken during Junior and Senior Years. It provides students with an opportunity to develop artistic skills and aesthetic awareness as they reflect upon their own artwork and the works of other artists. This is done through art-making as well as academic research and investigation. Areas of focus are student directed and the instructor serves as a facilitator to student growth.The studio art component: IB Art offers the opportunity for individual creative growth. A wide variety of media and artistic techniques will be explored and documented in a research sketchbook called the Art Journal. In the first year of study, students will begin to build a body of work with emphasis placed on practical production by the student and exploration of a range of creative work in a global context. In the second year, The second year is designed to deepen artistic skills and aesthetic research begun in the previous year. The academic component: IB Art students record in writing the research, investigations and development of their ideas through writing in their art journals about other artists, cultures, and concepts. Additionally, they will create a digital Comparative Study of 3 artists and their works. Students will work toward completing IB assessment tasks to be digitally uploaded to IB for grading and will plan and hang an exhibition of their work which will be on display for the school community in the Spring of their senior year. This course may be used to meet the UC “f ” requirement. DRAMA I

Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12

This course is an introduction to acting, playwriting, directing, improv, and technical theatre. Students will study contemporary and diverse theatrical texts, learn basic theatre vocabulary, perform in various comedic and dramatic scenes, work with their peers to bring artistic visions to life, and creatively tell their own stories. They will explore how theatre arts and storytelling inspires empathy and contributes to social justice. This course may be used to meet the UC “f ” requirement. DRAMA II

Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12

Pending UC approval. Prerequisite: Students must have completed the Drama I course OR been involved with at least two Sequoia Drama productions - in this case, students will also need to receive permission from the teacher. This course is an introduction to acting, playwriting, directing, improv, and technical theatre. Students will study contemporary and diverse theatrical texts, learn basic theatre vocabulary, perform in various comedic and dramatic scenes, work with their peers to bring artistic visions to life, and creatively tell their own stories. They will explore how theatre arts and storytelling inspires empathy and contributes to social justice. ADVANCED BAND

Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12

Prerequisite: Audition and permission of instructor Advanced ensemble working with a challenging musical repertoire; audition required. Advanced Band performs at numerous school and community events. Though the main focus is performance, the class also exposes students to musicianship, theory, history, and current issues in the world of music. This course may be used to meet the UC “f ” requirement. WWWW.SEQUOIAHS.ORG

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This introductory course gives students the opportunity to develop guitar skills in basic music notation, chords, technique, song accompaniment, and composition. Varying musical styles and music history will be explored. ORCHESTRA

Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12

Prerequisite: Prior experience, audition, and/or teacher recommendation. Orchestra is open to all violin, viola, cello, and bass players with prior performance experience. Intermediate and advanced level musicianship, theory, and performance practice are taught using performance-oriented string ensemble music as the medium of instruction. Performances during evenings and weekends are required as a part of the course. PIANO I

Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12

This introductory course allows students to develop basic music skills through the study and performance of various keyboard literature. Diﬀerent musical styles, electronic music, and composition will be explored. P.E. INTERMEDIATE DANCE

Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12

Prerequisite: PE-Dance, audition, or outside dance training with teacher recommendation. Intermediate Dance is designed to oﬀer those students who have had some experience in dance the opportunity to enhance their technical skills, learn and create formalized choreography, study theatrical qualities (i.e. costumes, lighting, text, music, etc), and perform dance pieces for school events. Intermediate dance is meant to provide the link between beginning dance and advanced dance, improving previously learned dance styles and techniques, while expanding the students’ knowledge of choreography, performance, and history. P.E. - DANCE XL

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NOTE: + = meets the Career Technical Education (CTE) requirement for graduation. P = the course is approved by the University of California to meet the a-g requirements. Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12 FOODS AND NUTRITION P

CTE

Foods & Nutrition is the first course of a two year sequence. This course is followed by Culinary Arts. Students enrolled in Foods & Nutrition are interested in the culinary and hospitality world, and may be interested in pursuing a career path in foodservice and hospitality or food science, dietetics and nutrition. Topics include: nutrition, food safety and sanitation; facilities and equipment; meal management; food preparation techniques; meal service and etiquette; food and culture; and career exploration in the Foodservice & the Hospitality Industry. At the end of this course, students will be prepared for entry level positions in foodservice & hospitality. CULINARY ARTS

CTE

Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12

Prerequisite: Foods and Nutrition - P or teacher recommendation Culinary Arts provides advanced experiences in food production, management, and service. Topics include food service operations, advanced food production and baking, catering and professionalism. Laboratory experiences will be conducted in a commercial food service kitchen with a food- serving and dining area. This course greatly expands on skills gained in Foods and Nutrition.

ICAP

International College Advancement Program International Baccalaureate (IB) Program

IB Y1 Standard Level

IB Y2 Higher Level

Digital Arts Academy

HCA LEP PL P HP

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Health Career Academy Limited English Proficiency Primary Language Meets University of Ca. A-G requirements Meets University of Ca. A-G requirements and is considered an honors course.

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Meets the Career Technical Education (CTE) requirement for graduation.

WOOD I

CTE

Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12

Wood I is a two-semester course in the Industrial Arts Department. Wood I provides instruction in measuring, design, planning, layout, material processing, assembling, and finishing. In the classroom and in the woodworking lab students will develop the ability to work safely and effectively with hand tools, power tools, stationary power tools, and woodworking materials. Students will design and build individual projects using a wood lathe, drill press, compound sliding miter saw, band saw, horizontal & vertical belt sander, disc sander, spindle sander, hand sanders, jointer, planer, and table saw. Students will receive instruction on spindle turning and make a variety of projects on the wood lathe. Wood I emphasizes hands-on learning, practical experience, collaboration with peers, and developing positive work habits. WOOD II

CTE

Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12

Prerequisite: Completion of CTE Wood I or teacher recommendation Wood II is a two-semester course in the Industrial Arts Department. Students will learn advanced woodworking tools and techniques to design and build individual projects of increased size and complexity. Students will learn how to use a circular saw, scroll saw, jigsaw, plunge router, fixed base router, router table, double-wide belt sander, pocket machine, panel saw, line bore, pneumatic nailers, and a variety of woodworking jigs. Students will receive instruction in fabrication and finishing procedures as they pertain to cabinetmaking and furniture manufacturing. Students will learn bowl turning and spindle turning and make a variety of projects on the wood lathe. Wood II emphasizes developing a student’s ability to design and build a custom project. WOOD III

Grade 11 Grade 12

Prerequisite: Completion of CTE Wood II or teacher recommendation Wood III is a two-semester course in the Industrial Arts Department. Students will learn advanced woodworking tools and techniques to design and build individual projects of increased size and complexity. Students will apply the knowledge and techniques acquired in Wood II and receive advanced instruction in design, fabrication, and finishing procedures as they pertain to cabinetmaking and furniture manufacturing. Students will learn advanced bowl turning and spindle turning techniques and make a variety of projects on the wood lathe. Wood III emphasizes developing a student’s ability to design and build custom projects. Students will be introduced to 2D and 3D CAD design and create designs for the Woodshop’s CNC Laser and CNC Router System. Students will learn the fundamentals of CNC (Computer Numerically Controlled) machining, engraving, and cutting and learn how to set up and use a CNC Laser and CNC Router to make woodworking projects. Please note that Wood III does not fulfill the CTE graduation requirement, credits earned will go towards electives. Digital Filmmaking is the entry level course in the Filmmaking pathway following the Design, Visual and Media Arts Standards in the Arts, Media and Entertainment Sector of the California CTE standards. This class covers conceptual understanding and skills, both technical and theoretical, necessary to create, analyze and appreciate professional level film and video productions. In the digital video medium, this class covers essential genres in film such as documentaries, narrative pieces, corporate advertising, and experimental films. There is a parallel focus on film production, as well as reading, writing and analyzing, to develop a comprehensive understanding of the filmmaking process. This course meets the UC “f” requirement.

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The course is approved by the University of California to meet the a-g requirements and is considered an honors course.

The course may satisfy the VPA graduation requirement.

DIGITAL ARTS ACADEMY COMPUTER/TECHNOLOGY ELECTIVES MULTIMEDIA I

CTE

Grade 10

State of the art computer graphics software is introduced with respect to print, and web graphics. Introduction to typography, graphic layout/design fundamentals, digital design and other computer graphics software applications. Following a VPAs approach, students generate their own creative content for print and/or electronic publication. Students earn 4 units of college credit by passing this course. As part of this course, students will also develop career skill awareness in order to prepare them for career readiness. This course meets the UC “f ” requirement. CTE MULTIMEDIA II

CTE

Grade 11

Students build on their knowledge of computer graphics for web and print publication. Using state of the art software, students will create projects that involve still graphics, motion graphics and interactive media. Students will also begin to work audio and video into projects. Students earn 4 units of college credit by passing this course. As part of this course, students will also participate in the Academy Mentor Program, which teaches important career skills to students in order to prepare them for success in the working world. This course meets the UC “f ” requirement. DIGITAL FILMMAKING

CTE

Grade 12

Digital Filmmaking is the entry level course in the Filmmaking pathway following the Design, Visual and Media Arts Standards in the Arts, Media and Entertainment Sector of the California CTE standards. This class covers conceptual understanding and skills, both technical and theoretical, necessary to create, analyze and appreciate professional level film and video productions. In the digital video medium, this class covers essential genres in film such as documentaries, narrative pieces, corporate advertising, and experimental films. There is a parallel focus on film production, as well as reading, writing and analyzing, to develop a comprehensive understanding of the filmmaking process. This course meets the UC “f ” requirement.

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the course is approved by the University of California to meet the a-g requirements the course is approved by the University of California to meet the a-g requirements. and is HP considered an Honors course. CTE = meets the Career Technical Education (CTE) requirement for graduation. P

The Sequoia High School Computer Science Pathway prepares students with the skills necessary for employment in Software and Systems Development. Worldwide, and especially in the San Francisco Bay Area, there is a high demand for skilled professionals in the software and systems development industry. The San Francisco Bay Area employs approximately 382,000 people (or 11.8% of the market’s total employment) in this industry sector alone (source link). This sequence of courses will prepare students to enter into the major employment workforce. Throughout the year, students explore the career opportunities available to them through field trips to Google, Facebook, Oracle and Microsoft. Students also complete a career research project where they explore the benefits and requirements of a computer science career. CTE INTRO TO POG MOBILE APPS

P CTE

Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12

This course is designed to be an introductory course for any student who wants to explore the process of designing and building apps for mobile devices. It is designed to introduce students to the tools, methods and opportunities in the app development field. Students will use Android software tools to design and create apps for Android devices. Exercises and labs will demonstrate event-driven programming, graphics and drawing, and animation. For the final project, students will use these skills to design an app or game for Android devices to use and share. This course has been UC A-G approved as a “g” elective. JAVA PROGRAMMING

P CTE

Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12

This course lays the foundation for students with little or no programming experience to learn the Java programming language. The course introduces fundamental programming concepts and terminology in an easy, engaging manner. Throughout the course students will have online access to the class curriculum as well as the programming software used in the class. Students will: • how to define and animate a story using the Alice 3 development environment. • Create a game and apply Java programming constructs using the Greenfoot development environment, further enhancing a student’s understanding of Java programming. • Work with Eclipse to understand data types and operators, literals, variable initialization, scope, rules, casts, and expressions. • Examine features that relate to methods and classes such as public and private access specifiers, passing objects to a method, returning objects from a method, overloading, recursion static class members, and nested/inner classes • Progress into encapsulation, inheritance, and polymorphism.

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CTE BUILD

CTE

Grade 9 Grade 10

This experiential, entrepreneurship-based curriculum is designed to equip 9th-grade students with the skills needed to graduate from high school, and to succeed in college and their careers. BUILD will guide them through the process of planning, launching and running their own small business. The curriculum is built around a core of BUILD’s six “Spark Skills”: Communication, Collaboration, Innovation, Grit, Problem-Solving, Self-Management. This is a hands-on project-based curriculum that allows a student to think creatively and create their own projects. Each experience in the curriculum is designed to maximize a student’s development of these skills. Along the way, students are taught to apply the skills they learn not only to the running of their businesses but also to their academics, career and life goals. This course has been UC A-G approved as a “g” elective. BUILD E2

Grade 10

BUILD E2 is an experiential curriculum designed to build on what students learned as freshmen and continue to equip students with the skills they will need to be successful in high school, college, and career. Students will continue to run their small businesses (in some cases, start a new business), while beginning to explore college and career options that match their individual skills and interests. Students will meet one day a week after school from 4:30 to 6 PM to work with their mentors and continue developing their business idea. CTE ENTREPRENEURSHIP

Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12

CTE

Entrepreneurship is a CTE approved class that allows students to launch and run their own business. Students will work in groups to create a business, pitch for funding from venture capitalists, purchase and manufacture materials, run sales events, and then cash out their business at the end of the year. Students will be exposed to a curriculum that teaches them the 5 Ps of entrepreneurship. Product, price, place, promotion and philanthropy. Students will receive CTE credit and also receive financial rewards if their businesses are successful. Students will also have access to mentors who will help guide them through the entrepreneurship process. AVID

Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12

Prerequisite: Acceptance into the programThe mission of the Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID) program is to ensure that first-generation college bound students, and most especially students in the middle capable of completing a rigorous college preparatory path, will succeed in the most rigorous curriculum and increase their enrollment in four-year colleges. To that end, students are tutored in academic subjects, learn time management and note-taking skills, and develop SAT vocabulary and test-taking skills. Particular attention is paid to the enhancement of their writing and reading abilities. AVID students regularly hear guest speakers from colleges and universities, take field trips to visit colleges, and are counseled in course selections to make their college applications as competitive as possible. AVID is a four-year program and students earn elective credit for this course. This course has been UC A-G approved as a “g” elective. WWWW.SEQUOIAHS.ORG

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CTE

Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12

Prerequisite: Grade of C- or higher in most recent English class. This elective course produces and publishes the school newspaper, the Raven Report. Students learn news, sports, feature, and opinion writing, study news ethics and First Amendment rights, develop interviewing skills, and practice photography and design. Journalism I must be taken prior to enrolling in Journalism II/III, which focuses on editor leadership, business skills, and advanced writing and design. Journalism III-P can be repeated for credit. Students receive elective or career technical education (CTE) credit for these courses. These courses have been UC A-G approved as a “g” elective. Grade 9

STUDENT LEADERSHIP

Open to all 9th grade students. This curricular class provides students with the foundational skills for becoming an active student-leader. The course builds a working definition of leadership, and from there teaches both hard and soft skills, including public speaking, time management, positive habits and helps students understand the value of cooperation, creativity and initiative. Students will also explore initial opportunities for involvement in student activities. ASB LEADERSHIP

Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12

Prerequisite: ASB Adviser appointment. Students will be charged with curating the culture and climate at Sequoia, and promoting the best possible high school experience for their peers. This group will plan and carry out student activities, facilitate outreach to all students and will serve as a liaison between the student body and the administration. First hand leadership experiences will be supplemented with curricular opportunities. Class may be taken multiple times. SPORTS LEADERSHIP

Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12

The aim of this class is to teach students valuable leadership skills, specifically, in the varied field of athletics, and to give them a unique learning experience during their high school journey. Students will learn how to promote sports at Sequoia and increase school spirit. They will also learn valuable organizational skills while helping with website maintenance, writing and submitting game summaries to the media. The course will include units exploring various areas of athletics, including sports psychology, sports writing, sports management, and coaching. They will learn from community professionals in the field and will be expected to work closely with our Athletic Director, coaches, our athletic trainer, Journalism, and Yearbook teachers. This course has been UC A-G approved as a “g” elective. IB PSYCHOLOGY

Grade 11 Grade 12

This two-semester survey course prepares students for the IB Exam in psychology. It is an elective course that students may take for the certificate achieved in passing the exam, or as one of the six courses required to earn the full IB Diploma program. Reading, writing and research requirements are considered to be on par with a first semester college level psychology course. This course is quickly-paced and students should be highly intrinsically motivated to achieve. This course has been UC A-G approved as a “g” elective. IB BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT-SL

Grade 11 Grade 12

IB Business Management is a Standard Level IB survey course that explores the following aspects of business: organization and environment, human resource management, accounts and finance, operations management and business strategy. The course is interactive and will focus on research and existing business systems. An Internal Assessment is required that allows you to explore changes in an existing business model or program. This course has been UC A-G approved as a “g” elective. COURSE CATALOG ‘22-’23

IB THEORY OF KNOWLEDGE (TOK)

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Grade 11

•encourages students to reflect on the central question, “How do we know that?”, and to recognize the value of asking that question •to expose students to ambiguity, uncertainty and questions with multiple plausible answers to equip students to eﬀectively navigate and make sense of the world, and help prepare them to encounter novel and complex situations •to encourage students to be more aware of their own perspectives and to reflect critically on their own beliefs and assumptions •to engage students with multiple perspectives, foster open-mindedness and develop intercultural understanding to encourage students to make connections between academic disciplines by exploring underlying •to prompt students to consider the importance of values, responsibilities and ethical concerns relating •to the production, acquisition, application and communication of knowledge •to encourage students to form connections between TOK concepts and the world around them this course has been UC A-G approved as a “g” elective ACADEMIC LITERACY

Grade 11 Grade 12

This course pre-teaches and supports the skills and texts taught in English III and U.S. History classes in order to provide students with better access and opportunities for success in these college prep courses. Students receive elective credit for this course. Placement is based on the DORA and Reading Inventory tests. It is for: 1) rising 11th graders who were enrolled in English II Intensive or Intervention ELA as 10th graders and did not exit by the end of 10th grade, and 2) rising 11th or 12th graders exiting ELD III. Grade 11 Grade 12

GENERAL WORK EXPERIENCE I, II

Prerequisite: Must be 16 years old or a junior; employed at acceptable job site; hold a vocational work permit. Students check-in weekly with the work experience teacher by entering work hours online and must verify work hours through copies of their paycheck stubs. Additionally, students complete one written assignment per month. Students receive one elective credit for every 36 hours worked for a maximum of 360 hours and 10 credits per semester. Credit for the course is based on the number of hours worked and completing written class assignments. Maximum of 40 credits can count toward graduation elective credits. Please note that in order to keep a work permit, students must maintain satisfactory grades and attendance. STUDENT CLERK

Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12

Assistance in the school offices or helping individual teachers, performing services such as typing, record-keeping, filing, duplicating, tutoring, etc. Students can also work as “Student Ambassadors” for the IVP office, located at the desk under the mural. Students will direct visitors to locations and offices and answer basic questions about the school. One-two students can serve in this capacity during each class period of the school day. Grade notation: CR or NC. 2.5 credits per semester (half the credits of regular courses) and a maximum of 5 credits per year. Maximum of 20 credits toward graduation. TECHNICAL ASSISTANT

Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12

Students work as assistants to teachers as laboratory and technology aides. Students give instructional support by working directly with other students; help to prepare laboratory, and shop for instructional material setups. Students also can work as technical support aides for the school’s IT department. Technical Assistants earn variable credit up to 5 credits per semester. Maximum of 10 credits per year. Maximum of 20 credits can count toward graduation. Grade notation: CR or NC. WWWW.SEQUOIAHS.ORG

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Counseling Department, International Baccalaureate (IB), and College & Career

Navigating through High School and 4-Year Planning, Grades, Credits, Add/Drops