Irondale Registration Guide - Mounds View Public Schools

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2016-2017
Irondale High School
Mounds View Public Schools
course registration guide
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
• Principal’s Letter------------------------------------------------------------------------------Inside Front Cover
• Student Activities and Athletics ------------------------------------------------------------Inside Back Cover
• Important Dates and Dean Phone Numbers ------------------------------------------------------Back Cover
GENERAL INFORMATION - (pages 1 through 13)
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Table of Contents --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------1
General Information ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------2
Terms Used In This Book ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------2
Schedule Changes ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------2
Dropping a Course-- ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------2
Other Programs ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------2
Graduation Requirements ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------3
Alternative Options ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------3
Early College High School ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------4-5
Associates in Arts Degree Program Planner ----------------------------------------------------------------6-7
Enrichment Opportunities--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------8-9
Hybrid Courses --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------10
Graduation Requirements Checklist --------------------------------------------------------------------------11
9th Grade Registration for 2016-2017 ------------------------------------------------------------------------12
9th Grade Course Offerings ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------13
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS – (pages 15 through 60)
Course Offerings:
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Art---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------15-17
Business Education ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------17-20
Career Education ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------20
Family & Consumer Sciences ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------21
Language Arts ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------23-28
Mathematics --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------30-34
Music------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------35-37
Physical Education/Health ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------38-39
Science---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------41-45
Social Studies ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------47-51
Special Education --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------52-53
Technology Education----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------54-55
World Lanuage ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------56-60
Century College Technical Center (916) ------------------------------------------------------------------61-62
Access to Career Education
Independent School District 621 provides programs in Business Education, Family and Consumer Sciences and
Technology Education. In addition to classroom activities, students may enroll in on-the-job experiences, which
recognize an expanded learning environment utilizing the business community. It is intended that all students
experience career awareness, orientation and decision making, with the opportunity for exploration and preparation at the appropriate level. Career and technical education in the Mounds View Public Schools is available
to all students without discrimination because of race color, creed, national origin, religion, disability, marital
status or gender.
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Who qualifies to take an ARCC class?
Sophomores may take ARCC College Biology and/or ARCC ASL2 if they are
o eligible* for ARCC courses without college seminar and previous semester GPA or
cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher
OR
o eligible* for ARCC courses while taking college seminar
*Prior to registration, freshmen registering for their sophomore year courses will receive
a letter indicating their eligibility level for taking ARCC coursework. Deans will also
have this information.
Juniors may take ARCC coursework if
o no W’s or F’s in prior ARCC courses
AND meets one of the following
o earned C- or higher in college seminar previous year and previous semester GPA or
cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher
o in top 33% of class
o have a college-ready composite ACT score of 21 or higher.
o successfully completed previous ARCC courses
Seniors may take ARCC coursework if
o not on ARCC warning or suspension list
AND meets one of the following
o in top 50% of class
o have a college-ready composite ACT score of 21 or higher.
o successfully completed previous ARCC courses
ARCC College Chemistry and ARCC College Pre-Calculus are not entry level college courses
and have additional requirements of a college-ready math ACT subject score of at least 22 and
successful completion of Advanced Algebra.
ARCC College Physics has an additional math requirement of either having already completed
ARCC College Algebra or higher or taking ARCC College Algebra or higher concurrently with
ARCC College Physics.
Appeals
There is an appeal process for students who feel they could be successful in an ARCC course but
did not meet the criteria as given above. See your dean for more information and guidance.
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ART
1015 Senior Art
credit 0.5
9
h
10
h
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h
12
H
Prerequisite:
Only for seniors who have not had Art I.
1010 Art I
credit 0.5
Grades
Grades
9
H
10
h
11
H
12
H
This course emphasizes design in both 2 and 3 dimensional areas of art, exploring lifetime thinking skills and
creative problem solving skilled in the areas of drawing,
design, sculpture, painting, pottery, and printmaking.
Self-evaluation, and the elements and principles of art
will be integrated.
This course is designed for students with no previous formal high school art experience. Course content is basically the same as Art I with more emphasis placed on art
appreciation and art enrichment. Students also take part
in creating the senior project.
1005 Pottery
credit 0.5
Grades
9
h
10
H
11
H
12
H
1013 Drawing
Students will explore the three main construction techPrerequisite:
niques in clay: slab, coil and wheel throwing. Students
Art I with a grade of “B-” or better.
will be introduced to the qualities of clay and glazes for
clay. Functional and nonfunctional artwork will be creatThis course covers the fundamentals of drawing: propor- ed with exploration in form, texture and surface design as
tion, shading, perspective, portraiture, still life, realism, well as purpose.
abstraction and expressive techniques. Many styles,
mediums, and techniques of drawing will be experienced.
1087 Pottery 2
credit 0.5
Grades
9
H
10
H
11
H
12
H
credit 0.5
1018 Painting
credit 0.5
Grades
9
h
10
h
11
H
12
H
Prerequisite:
Completion of Pottery with a “B” or better.
Grades
9
h
10
H
11
H
12
H
Prerequisite:
Students will continue to explore the making of functional and non-functional pottery through the use of slab and
coil construction, as well as throwing on the pottery
This course introduces a variety of painting styles (real- wheel. Assignments are more complicated and typically
ism, abstraction, etc.), materials (watercolor, acrylic and larger. Expectations for quality of pieces are higher
oils) and problem solving strategies in addition to the (design, construction, clay texture, and glazing techconcepts dealt with in Art I. Students explore balance, niques). Students will also explore raku firing.
rhythm, variety, unity, proportion, movement and emphasis. A survey of painting throughout history will be integrated throughout the course and a field trip to an art 1004 Graphic Design
museum will support student awareness of professional credit 0.5
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Grades
artists’ works.
Prerequisite:
1006 Sculpture
This course introduces skills, techniques, and applications relating to artistic design for use in publications
such as magazines, billboards, books, or websites. There
will be a focus on digital manipulation which will
include but is not limited to working with Photoshop.
Students will study the use of form to create works of art Hands on artistic skills include illustration, poster makthrough various media and techniques. Students will ing, t-shirt design, and lettering.
explore 3-D art forms through materials of clay, plaster,
wire and paper sculpture. Past and current techniques
and trends in 3-D work will be explored. A focused
exploration of jewelry making will take place including
shaping, forming, and attaching.
credit 0.5
85
Grades
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h
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1003 Cartooning and Animation
credit 0.5
Grades
9
H
1040 Yearbook Publication
10
H
11
H
12
credit 0.5
H
This course will provide students with a hands-on opportunity to experience the fundamentals of cartooning and
animation as literary and artistic works of art. Emphasis
is based on original character sketches, composition and
layout, inking, hand lettering and storytelling through
this visual medium. During the cartooning segment of
the course, students will create characters, comic books
and comic strips. The animation segment will be an
introduction to traditional two-dimensional animation.
Students will study current animation and comics in
order to develop their own drawing skills, as well as
inspire an appreciation of this art form.
Grades
9
h
10
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H
12
H
Prerequisite:
Application and instructor approval prior to registration.
Note: Offered first semester
The students in this course develop, plan, supervise and
implement the production of Irondale’s yearbook utilizing an on-line program. Skills experienced include planning coverage, design, writing copy, shooting, and evaluating photographs. All aspects of layout, graphics, writing and editing are covered.
1050 Yearbook Editor Training
credit 0.5
1017 Digital Photography I
credit 0.5
Grades
9
h
10
H
11
H
12
H
Note: Personal USB Flash Drive (at least 1 GB)
Students may earn articulated college credits for this
course. To see which colleges have an articulation
agreement for this course, go to the following website
and select Irondale High School: ctecreditmn.com.
This class will focus on providing students with experiences in digital camera controls and functions and image
manipulation through the use of Adobe Photoshop CS5.
These current trends will be rooted in a study of the foundations of photo history. An overview of the development of photography will include hands-on experiences
with darkroom and digital processes. Provides basic
preparation for pursuit of photography as an inventive
and expressive art form, as a hobby or a career. Digital
cameras are recommended, although not required.
1020 Digital Photography II
credit 0.5
Grades
9
h
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H
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H
12
H
Prerequisite:
Digital Photography I with a grade of “B-” or better
Note: Personal USB Flash Drive (at least 1 GB)
Experiences with digital cameras and Photoshop CS5
will be combined with a study in alternative photography
techniques in the darkroom and classroom including
hand-coloring, toning photographs, and creating mixedmedia works of art. The focus of this class will be on
building a portfolio of photographs created through a
study of digital and darkroom photography. Digital
cameras required.
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Grades
9
h
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Prerequisite:
Instructor approval required.
Note: Offered second semester only and is only available
to students who were in Yearbook Publication. This
course is designed to be a continuation of Yearbook
Publication, as well as provide training for the following
year’s editors.
This course includes completion of the publication of the
yearbook, as well as proofreading pages prior to final
printing. Production of the spring supplement and distribution plans are experienced. Students interested in editor positions apply for and plan for the following years’
production.
1080 & 1081 AP Studio Art A & B
credit 1
Grades
9
h
10
h
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12
H
Prerequisite:
Art I, Drawing, Painting or Instructor Approval.
Note: Students must register for both semesters.
The AP Studio Art Class enables highly motivated students to submit a portfolio of work for the College Board
evaluation at the end of the school year. This course follows the AP course guidelines designed by the College
Board. The guidelines for the AP Studio Art Portfolios
have been designed to accommodate a variety of interests
and approaches to art. The three sections of the portfolio
are: Quality - the development of a sense of excellence in
art; Concentration - an in-depth commitment to a particular artistic concern; Breadth - a variety of experiences in
the formal, technical, and expressive means available to
the artist. Students will create over 30 high quality
pieces.
1102 Advanced Accounting
1090H ARCC Hybrid Art Appreciation
credit 0.5
Grades
9
h
10
h
11
H
12
H
Note: Class will ONLY meet during 6th period. Students
must transport themselves to event sites.)
Students will earn 3 college credits for ART 1100
Introduction to Art, upon successful completion. This
course fulfills the Minnesota Transfer Curriculum
Goal 1C: Communications and Goal 8: Global
Perspective. Students must enroll for both college and
high school credit.
credit 0.5
Prerequisite:
Accounting
Grades
9
h
10
H
11
H
12
H
and select Irondale High School: ctecreditmn.com
Students build on their skills developed in Accounting.
All work will e completed in an integrated computerized
accounting system. Working with a merchandising busiThis class will cover a wide variety of art media through ness simulation, activities include payroll, sales, receivreadings, writings, discussions, and art making. We will ables, payables, purchases, and financial statement
also cover a variety of art history periods and contribu- analysis.
tions to the field of art. There will be a couple group
events and individual events integrated throughout the
semester. We will schedule visits to Anoka Ramsey to 1133 Business Applications
visit the art facilities as time permits. The focus is less
H9
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credit 0.5
Grades
on art production, but more on art appreciation and a
general understanding of the diversity of the field of art.
Be fully prepared for college and the workforce by gaining experience with the software and technical skills valued by college professors and employers. Students have
BUSINESS EDUCATION
the opportunity to become proficient in the Microsoft
Office 2010 suite in this course. Software programs covered include Excel (spreadsheet) and PowerPoint
1101 Accounting
(advanced presentation graphics). MS Word is covered in
h9
H10 H11 H12
credit 0.5
Grades
Word Processing for College course. This is a foundaStudents may earn articulated college credits for this tional course for anyone pursuing post-secondary educacourse. To see which colleges have an articulation tion or employment.
Accounting is for students interested in pursuing business careers in administration, accounting, finance, sales,
marketing, management, law, or for individuals with an
entrepreneurial spirit. Activities and concepts covered
are: accounting classifications, recording and journalizing transactions in journals, working with special journals, preparing financial statements, adjusting and closing entries. Students will complete working papers
online and be introduced to computerized accounting
software.
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1112 Business Math
credit 0.5
Grades
9
h
10
H
11
H
12
H
Note: May provide one semester credit of math for seniors only. Other students earn elective credit.
Students review basic math on fractions, percents, and
decimals using pencil and calculator methods. Students
will study practical mathematics which business and consumers use every day. Students learn to read, interpret,
and solve word problems. Topics included are: finances,
checking and savings accounts, interest on charge
accounts, credit cards and loans, cash purchases, insurance, payroll, purchasing with trade, cash and chain discounts, and sales with markup and markdown.
1118 Personal Finance
credit 0.5
Grades
9
h
10
H
11
H
1117 Sports, Entertainment & Hospitality
Marketing
12
H
Note: May provide one semester credit of math for seniors only. Other students earn elective credit.
credit 0.5
Grades
9
H
10
H
11
H
12
H
In the course, students will learn how to apply graphic
design principles to their work. They will use the
advanced page layout features in Word and Publisher to
create a portfolio that includes a variety of business and
personal publications. Students will use the features in
Photoshop to manipulate digital images to be included in
their publishing. Students use their creativity skills to
create documents such as magazine covers and pages,
newsletters, business cards, brochures, advertisements,
flyers and certificates. In their capstone project, students
will demonstrate their knowledge of typography, graphics, images, color and page layout principles.
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H
This is an introductory course into the world of sports,
entertainment, & hospitality marketing. Students will
learn the basic functions of marketing and how these
functions are applied in the sports and hospitality industries. Students have the opportunity to learn marketing
concepts from industry professionals. Course content
includes:
managing a fantasy league team,
athlete/celebrity endorsement, licensing of merchandise,
corporate sponsorship, non-traditional/extreme sports,
promotion and public relations. Students will gain a perspective into music, movie, and hospitality marketing
including reality television and current trends in the
entertainment industry. A highlight of this course
includes a field trip to the MN Twins’ Target Field and
the University of MN- TCF Bank Stadium.
credit 0.5
credit 0.5
9
H
This course provides students with hands-on experiences
on how to obtain, manage, and build their own financial
resources through computer simulations, industry professional visits and personal reflection projects. This class
will promote personal and financial independence by
gaining an understanding of their financial options.
Students will examine benefits and consequences of
properly managing or mismanaging their personal
wealth. Students will learn how budgeting, saving, and
investing impact financial freedom. They will learn
strategies to wisely invest money in stocks, bonds, and
mutual funds. Students learn how to select financing and
insurance for cars, apartments and homes. Other topics
of instruction include managing debt and credit, credit
scores, credit reports, basics of taxes and tax return
preparation. This is an excellent class to prepare students
for a financially secure and independent life after high
1127 Web Design
school.
1124 Photoshop for Publishing
Grades
Grades
9
H
10
H
11
H
12
H
Be fully prepared for college and the workforce by gaining experience with the software and technical skills valued by college professors and employers. Students have
the opportunity to become proficient in the Microsoft
Office 2010 suite in this course. Software programs covered include Excel (spreadsheet) and PowerPoint
(advanced presentation graphics). MS Word is covered in
Word Processing for College course. This is a foundational course for anyone pursuing post-secondary education or employment.
1111 Word Processing for College
credit 0.5
Grades
9
H
10
H
1102H Hybrid Advanced Accounting
11
H
12
credit 0.5
H
Grades
9
h
10
h
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H
12
H
In today’s work and education environments, it is imperative for students to be proficient at using a computer for
communication. This course is designed for students
who would like to improve their keyboarding skills,
increase productivity and further develop word processing and computer skills. Students will use Microsoft
Word 2010 to create a variety of formatted documents
including tables, outlines, reports, memos, promotional
flyers, brochures and newsletters containing graphics.
Students will also complete a comprehensive Internet
project to earn college credits.
This course will be offered as a hybrid, combining traditional in-class instruction with online assignments
throughout the week. In-class days will be determined
for each semester calendar, averaging two in-class days
per week. A parent information meeting will be required
upon registration. Students build on their skills developed in Accounting. All work will e completed in an
integrated computerized accounting system. Working
with a merchandising business simulation, activities
include payroll, sales, receivables, payables, purchases,
and financial statement analysis.
1101H Hybrid Accounting
1118H Hybrid Personal Finance
credit 0.5
Grades
9
h
10
h
11
H
12
credit 0.5
H
Grades
9
h
10
H
11
H
12
H
This course will be offered as a hybrid, combining traThis course will be offered as a hybrid, combining tradi- ditional in-class instruction with online assignments
tional in-class instruction with online assignments throughout the week. In-class days will be determined
throughout the week. In-class days will be determined for each semester calendar, averaging two in-class days
for each semester calendar, averaging two in-class days per week. A parent information meeting will be
per week. A parent information meeting will be required required upon registration.
upon registration.
This course provides students with hands-on experiences
Accounting is an essential course for students interested on how to obtain, manage, and build their own financial
in pursuing business careers in administration, account- resources through computer simulations, industry profesing, finance, sales, marketing, management, law, or for sional visits and personal reflection projects. This class
individuals with the entrepreneurial spirit. Activities and will promote personal and financial independence by
concepts covered are: accounting classifications, record- gaining an understanding of their financial options.
ing and journalizing transactions in journals, working Students will examine benefits and consequences of
with special journals, preparing financial statements, and properly managing or mismanaging their personal
completing adjusting and closing entries. Students will wealth. Students will learn how budgeting, saving, and
complete work online and be introduced to computerized investing impact financial freedom. They will learn
accounting software. This course will be offered as a strategies to wisely invest money in stocks, bonds, and
hybrid, combining traditional in-class instruction with mutual funds. Students learn how to select financing and
online assignments throughout the week. In-class days insurance for cars, apartments and homes. Other topics
will be determined for each semester calendar, averaging of instruction include managing debt and credit, credit
2 in-class days per week. A parent information meeting scores, credit reports, basics of taxes and tax return
preparation. This is an excellent class to prepare students
will be required upon registration.
for a financially secure and independent life after high
school.
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This class will operate during the same class periods as
Marketing (DECA) and is designed to offer an option for
Students may earn articulated college credits for this second year students that want additional leadership and
course. To see which colleges have an articulation officer positions as well as advanced community involveagreement for this course, go to the following website ment opportunities. Examples of these include; DECA
Officer Team, Rotary involvement, DECA Competition,
School Store Management, as well as Camp Enterprise
Students may take the College-Level Examination and the DECA League of Leaders Retreat.
Program® (CLEP) that offer students the opportuni- Individualized curriculum is provided based on career
ty to receive college credit by earning qualifying and college areas of interest.
scores on the exam.
1903 & 1904 Marketing Class (DECA) A & B
credit 1
Grades
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h
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H
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H
12
H
This course is designed as an introductory course to marketing and provides exciting classroom activities that
connect instruction to college and careers. Students will
explore and tap into their marketing and management
skills through operation of the school store, classroom
instruction, business and industry involvement, and
DECA Competition. Students will develop an understanding of the four P’s of marketing: Product, Price,
Place, and Promotion and focus on leadership, college
and career preparation, sales, promotions, management,
and finance. Students will have opportunities to network
with members of the business community through
Rotary, the Sales and Marketing Executives of MN
(SME), Timberwolves, and several other community
business members. DECA is a Co-Curricular program
that is integrated into the marketing curriculum. DECA
is an International and college level program where students can gain community involvement, networking
opportunities, and develop leadership positions at the
local, district, state, and international levels. This year’s
International Conference is held in Atlanta, GA. As in
previous years, students have an opportunity to attend an
educational conference and tour in New York, NY.
1905 & 1906 Marketing Internship A & B
credit 2
Grades
9
h
10
h
11
H
12
H
Prerequisite:
Concurrent enrollment in Marketing or Advanced
Marketing
Students enrolled in Marketing may earn up to two additional elective credits through a supervised, internship in
an area related to the students business or marketing
career interest. Students have the option of attending
school all day or leaving after fourth or fifth hour.
CAREER EDUCATION
1945 & 1946 Careers Plus A & B
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h
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h
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H
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H
Prerequisite:
Students must meet HSGI requirements and be referred
by their dean or an administrator.
Careers Plus students will explore and evaluate a variety
of career and post-secondary options and develop their
own realistic post-secondary plan. In addition, an essen1901 & 1902 Advanced Marketing Class
tial part of this course is Work-Based Learning. Work(DECA) A& B
Based Learning enables students to learn successful
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credit 1
employment and interpersonal skills in the classroom and
Note: Seniors Only
have the opportunity to apply them on-the-job. In addition to earning classroom credit, students have the opporStudents may earn articulated college credits for this
tunity to earn additional elective credit for on-the-jobcourse. To see which colleges have an articulation
training (OJT). Students must work an average of 10
hours a week to earn OJT credit. Some students may be
eligible for early work release. The work coordinator will
Students may take the College-Level Examination assist students in finding jobs, filling out applications,
Program® (CLEP) that offer students the opportuni- and preparing for interviews.
ty to receive college credit by earning qualifying
scores on the exam. Students who take the Technical
Skills Attainment (TSA) for this course may receive
an Industry Standard Certification for employment
in this area.
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FAMILY & CONSUMER SCIENCES 1328 Foods B
credit 0.5
1313 Child Psychology & Development
Grades
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H
10
H
11
H
12
H
This class will examine the relationship between nutrition and mental health, basically food and mood. We will
Students may earn articulated college credits for this research the connection between what you eat and how
course. To see which colleges have an articulation you feel about yourself. Each unit will have a life skill
agreement for this course, go to the following website topic and then we will discuss the connection with what
you eat and how this affects our emotional well-being.
This course is appropriate for students considering
This course provides an overview of child development careers in teaching, social work and psychology.
for students who are pursuing careers in early childhood
and parent education, child psychology, social work, education or human services. Topics will include readiness 1330 Food of the World
for parenting, prenatal development, developmental and credit 0.5
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Grades
learning theories, childhood nutrition, play, and methods
of parenting and guiding children and their behavior. This course will explore U.S. regional and international
Students will have the opportunity to participate in the foods. Students will be exposed to multicultural experiRealCare® parenting simulation.
ences through food as it celebrates everything that is different and distinctive in cultural traditions. This course is
appropriate for students considering careers in the food
1315 Housing & Interior Design
service industry.
credit 0.5
Grades
h
9
H
credit 0.5
Grades
h
10
H
9
H
11
H
10
H
12
11
H
12
Students will examine the relationship of housing to people’s needs, to society and culture, and to technology.
While being introduced to design, construction and
remodeling, students will be able to evaluate housing
options for themselves in their future. Students will learn
how their choices in housing and resource management
play a key role in protecting our environment. Elements
and principles of design will be applied as students
develop their own design projects. A recommended
course for those who are exploring careers in the housing, architecture and interior design field.
1326 Foods A
credit 0.5
Grades
9
H
10
H
11
H
12
H
This course will help students explore foods as a consumer as well as the business of foods. Students will
focus on the role of nutrition in personal health and prepare a variety of foods in the food lab. This course is
appropriate for students considering careers in the food
service industry.
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LANGUAGE ARTS
3059 & 3060 Honors English 9 A & B
credit 1
Grades
9
H
10
h
11
h
12
h
9th and 10th Grade Core Classes
This class is designed as an accelerated language arts
course in which students will meet both the 9th grade
MN Common Core standards in Language Arts, but also
3001 & 3002 Concepts of English 9 A & B
the standards for AP Language and Composition, which
H9
h10 h11 h12
credit 1
Grades
Honors English 9 students will take for their 10th grade
Prerequisite:
year-long English course. Major skills include close critBy referral only.
ical reading and literary analysis, rhetorical analysis, and
argumentative writing. Texts for this course include a
Placement is based on middle school test scores, writing variety of short stories, Of Mice and Men, Kao Kalia
assessments, and other academic considerations.
Yang’s memoir The Latehomecomer, and Romeo and
Juliet.
This class is designed as a structured support language
arts course in which students will build upon their current understanding of literary elements, academic writ- 3003 & 3004 Concepts of English 10 A & B
ing, grammar, vocabulary, speaking and listening skills,
h9
H10 h11 h12
credit 1
Grades
and organizational skills. Texts for this course include
Prerequisite:
Hector and the Search for Happiness, short stories, poetBy referral only.
ry, Romeo and Juliet, To Kill a Mockingbird, and supplemental informative texts.
Placement is by referral only.
This class is designed as a structured support language
arts course in which students will build upon their curH9
h10 h11 h12
credit 1
Grades
rent understanding of literary elements, academic writing, grammar, vocabulary, speaking and listening skills,
Placement is based on middle school test scores, writing and organizational skills. Texts for this course include
The House on Mango Street, Of Mice and Men, Catcher
in the Rye, and A Raisin in the Sun, and supplemental
This class is designed as a foundational language arts informative texts.
course in which students will begin to master literary elements, academic writing, grammar, vocabulary, speaking
and listening skills, and organizational skills. Texts for 3041 3042 & English 10 A & B
this course include Hector and the Search for Happiness, credit 1
h9
H10 h11 h12
Grades
short stories, poetry, Romeo and Juliet, To Kill a
Mockingbird, and supplemental informative texts.
This class is designed as a foundational language arts
course in which students will begin to master literary elements, academic writing, grammar, vocabulary, speaking
and listening skills, and organizational skills. Texts for
3061 & 3062 Advanced English 9 A & B
H
h
h
h
credit 1
Grades
9
10
11
12 this course include The House on Mango Street, Of Mice
and Men, Catcher in the Rye, and A Raisin in the Sun,
Placement is based on middle school test scores, writing and supplemental informative texts.
3021 & 3022 English 9 A & B
course in which students will develop a deeper understanding of literary elements, academic writing, grammar, vocabulary, speaking and listening skills, and organizational skills. Texts for this course include Hector and
the Search for Happiness, short stories, poetry, Romeo
and Juliet, To Kill a Mockingbird, and supplemental
informative texts.
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College Credit Courses
3081 & 3082 Advanced English 10 A & B
credit 1
Grades
9
h
10
H
11
h
12
h
course in which students will meet both the 10th grade
MN Common Core standards in Language Arts, but also
the standards for AP Language and Composition, which
Advanced English 10 students will take for their 11th
grade year-long English course. Major skills include
close critical reading and literary analysis, rhetorical
analysis, and argumentative writing. Texts for this course
include a variety of short stories, Catcher in the Rye, a
Shakespeare play, Grapes of Wrath, Braiding Sweetgrass,
and supplemental informative texts.
3511 & 3512 College Seminar (10) /
Foundations of College Reading & Writing
credit 1
Grades
9
h
10
H
11
h
12
h
Prerequisite:
By referral only. This class does not count toward
English credit, so students must be concurrently
enrolled in another 10th grade English class.
Over the course of two semesters, students will gain the
necessary reading, writing, and study skills to meet the
challenges and expectations of college-level (concurrent
enrollment and AP) courses. Throughout the course, students will explore four themes (food, freedom, family,
and friendship) through interdisciplinary texts and independent reading. They will develop reading comprehension strategies as applied to a variety of non-fiction text,
summarization and annotation skills, note-taking skills,
and vocabulary acquisition strategies. Students will
develop the critical thinking skills required to analyze,
discuss, define, and evaluate the topics, issues, and arguments expressed in a variety of texts and respond in writing that is clearly organized, logically developed, and
well supported. This course provides academic support
for students enrolled in College Biology and AP U.S.
History.
3517 ARCC College Writing
credit 0.5
Grades
9
h
10
h
11
H
12
H
This is an Anoka Ramsey Community College course
offered at Irondale. Students will earn 4 credits for
ENGL 1121 College Writing and Critical Reading upon
successful completion of the class. This course fulfills
the Minnesota Transfer Curriculum Goal 1:
Communications and Goal 2: Critical Thinking.
Students must enroll for both college and high school
credit. Students must meet concurrent enrollment eligibility standards to take this class.
This course offers extensive practice in the writing
process, revision skills, writing styles, research skills,
and peer review. Completion of this course requires writing effectively reasoned and supported essays for an academic audience through use of sequence, organization,
unity, coherence, sentence variation, vivid diction. Most
essays will use primary and secondary sources of information as evidence by integrating quotes skillfully, and
correctly attributing and interpreting sources. Students
will also respond critically and reflectively to non-fiction
pieces and scholarly articles by summarizing, interpreting, and analyzing and expressing their responses in
argumentative and expository writing. Students will also
learn to evaluate a source’s merit based on background,
bias, purpose, medium, audience, and tone.
3515 ARCC Interpersonal Communication
credit 0.5
Grades
9
h
10
h
11
H
12
H
CMST 2220 Interpersonal Communication upon successful completion of the class. This course fulfills the
Minnesota
Transfer
Curriculum
Goal
1:
Communication and Goal 7: Human Diversity.
credit. Students must meet concurrent enrollment eligibility standards to take this class.
This course is a study of interpersonal communication
each of us participates in every day. It is designed to help
students recognize and understand their communication
habits, as well as those of others, in an effort to learn
more effective communication skills for improving their
interpersonal relationships. Primary areas of study
include communication theory, language, perception,
self-concept, self-disclosure, emotions, the impact of culture on communication, listening, communication climate, conflict, and nonverbal communication. Individual
speech presentations are also required.
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3337 & 3338 AP Literature & Composition
A&B
3516 ARCC Short Stories
credit 0.5
Grades
9
h
10
h
11
H
12
H
ENGL 2204 Short Stories upon successful completion
of the class. This course fulfills the Minnesota Transfer
Curriculum Goal 6: The Humanities & Fine Arts and
Goal 7: Human Diversity. Students must enroll for both
college and high school credit. Students must meet concurrent enrollment eligibility standards to take this
class. Enrollment in this course may be limited.
credit 1
Grades
9
h
10
h
11
H
12
H
Prerequisite:
Recommended average of “C” or higher in Pre-AP
Literature and Composition and/or AP Language and
Composition.
Students in this course will prepare to take the AP
Literature and Composition test offered in the Spring. In
preparation for the exam, students will write both timed
essays and literary analysis papers on canonical works
Selected short stories will be read to explore the scope such as Othello, Oedipus Rex, and A Tale of Two Cities.
and variety of this form of literature. Point of view, char- Students will practice close critical reading skills, examacterization, language, and other elements will be ine literary elements, employ literary lenses, and expliemphasized; students will analyze, interpret, and evalu- cate poetry.
ate the stories. Students will learn to write insightful,
effective literary analysis essays. The course will also
deal with issues of diversity and may be organized 3229 CIS-Composition (College in the Schools)
around a particular topic.
credit 0.5
Grades
h9
h10 h11 H12
This is a University of Minnesota course offered at
Irondale. Upon successful completion, students will
earn four college credits. Students must enroll for both
3227 & 3228 AP Language & Composition
college and high school credit. Seniors must be in the
A&B
top 20% of their class and have taken AP Language and
credit 1
Grades
h9
H10 H11 H12
Composition OR ARCC College Writing with a teacher
Prerequisite:
Recommended average of “C” or higher in Honors recommendation.
English 9, Advanced English 10, and/or College
Students in CIS Composition will explore and practice
Writing.
the various processes and in the various genres of writStudents taking AP Language will learn to sustain dis- ing; incorporate considerations of audience, purpose,
cussions on topics in both language and rhetoric. This style and voice into their writing and revision; work
class will help students develop listening and discussion cooperatively with other students in class to share ideas
skills in order to reach beyond easy answers to more and suggestions for topics and revisions; understand the
complex ideas. Students will learn to read closely and importance of constructive criticism from peers and
critically to recognize the characteristics of the various instructors and learn how to use these comments to
levels of discourse operating in a given language act, improve their writing; learn to think more broadly and
examining each piece for diction, syntax, sentence style analytically; and examine others' writing close.
and structure, paragraph coherence and unity, and figurative language. Students will also be required to respond
critically and reflectively to a range of essays and articles
and express their responses in analytical, argumentative,
and expository writing. At the end of the course, students
will have the option of taking the AP Exam for the opportunity to earn college credit.
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3334 CIS Literature (College in the Schools) reveal both obvious and underlying film messages.
credit 0.5
Grades
9
h
10
h
11
h
12
H
Students will study films to develop habits of analysis,
criticism, understanding, and appreciation of film in a
disciplined and creative manner.
Irondale. Upon successful completion, students will
earn four college credits. Students must enroll for both
college and high school credit. Seniors must be in the
top 20% of their class and have taken AP Literature and 3504 Focused Reading
Grades
Composition OR Pre-AP Literature and Composition credit 0.5
By referrel only.
with a teacher recommendation.
Students will read a variety of texts and apply literary
terms, constructs, and lenses in an effort to create meaning of the textual material as well as make new meaning
of the world surrounding them. Discussion and writing
about diverse modern novels, plays, and poems is central
to this course. Some of the works used in this course contain mature themes. Because this class is offered for college credit, students will be expected to perform, participate, and produce work at college-level.
9
h
10
h
11
H
12
h
Focused reading is a class designed for students who may
struggle with reading, study habits, and test-taking. The
goals of the class are improved reading and English
skills, improved day-to-day reading and study habits for
student coursework, and improved performance on standardized reading and English exams such as the ACT and
Accuplacer.
3122 Intro to Mythology
credit 0.5
LITERATURE ELECTIVES
3411 Acting
credit 0.5
Grades
9
h
10
H
11
H
12
H
This class offers a creative outlet where young people at
all stages of development can explore elements of reading and analysis in a fun, engaging atmosphere. Students
will learn how to break down scripts, analyze characters,
make dynamic choices, and organize those choices in a
cohesive way. Students will learn skills that help them to
create emotional vibrancy, identify transitional moments,
and maintain their character's scene objective in a chaotic set environment.
Through improvisation, script diagramming, and the
study of monologue materials, students are introduced to
the fundamentals of performance. Special emphasis is
placed on close reading, interpretation, and analysis of
the dramatic script as the basis for exploration of characterization, motivation, and conflict.
3409 Film Study
credit 0.5
Grades
9
h
10
H
11
H
12
H
Film Study is a class for students who wish to examine
the medium of film as a literary and artistic work. The
class will focus on the elements of visual communication
as used in motion pictures, the art of fiction, the languages of film, the technology of film, a brief history of
film, and comparison of films. Film viewing and analysis will concentrate on history, genre, and techniques to
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Grades
9
h
10
H
11
H
12
H
This course is designed for students with a love of reading and a desire to analyze stories in a creative way.
Students will read Greek, Roman, and Norse mythology
and explore its influence in the modern world. Students
will also read a novel and analyze mythology as it
appears in the media. An essay and multiple creative
projects are required.
3319 Pre-AP Literature & Composition
credit 0.5
Grades
9
h
10
H
11
H
12
H
Prerequisite:
Sophomores: Recommendation of 9th grade English
teacher. Juniors and Seniors: None.
Students will read and analyze important works of literature, including short stories, novels, and plays, helping
them prepare for AP Literature and Composition.
Students will begin to develop close critical reading
skills, examine literary elements, employ literary lenses,
and explicate poetry. They will use background material,
literary criticism, and personal experience in order to
understand literature. Essays will focus on literary analysis and timed writing.
3317 Topics in Literature
credit 0.5
Grades
3225 Creative Writing
9
h
10
h
11
H
12
credit 0.5
H
In this course, students will explore their cultural context
by reading of a variety of texts including essays, short
stories, poetry, fairy tales, and drama. They will discover
how these texts influenced and contributed to mainstream American culture. Students will investigate and
communicate a detailed response to these texts by participating in class discussion, preparing presentations, performing a critical analysis, and writing a persuasive
essay.
Grades
9
h
10
H
11
H
12
H
Students will craft compositions in a variety of genres,
including narration and description. The major papers
will help students to develop their writing process,
employ organizational strategies, and practice expressive
writing techniques. Students will learn to draft, edit, and
revise their works; provide and respond to feedback from
others; and explore and develop their literary voices.
Throughout the term, students will also receive instruction on grammar, vocabulary, correct word usage, and
punctuation.
3113 World Literature
credit 0.5
Grades
9
h
10
H
11
H
3220 Focused Composition
12
H
credit 0.5
This class will take a thematic look at literature written
by world authors. The literature covers a range of cultures, times, and types, This class is intended for average
to above average students who enjoy reading on a literal
as well as an interpretive level. Works covered in this
class may include: Antigone, Lord of the Flies,
Persepolis, a Shakespearean play, Siddhartha, The
Stranger, and Things Fall Apart.
Grades
9
h
10
h
11
h
12
H
This course offers a more focused approach to improving
communication skills. This course will have a strong
emphasis on the communication skills of writing and
speaking, as well as the technical skills of advertising
marketing. Units will be designed to simulate real-life
work situations.
3116 Poetry
COMPOSITION ELECTIVES
credit 0.5
Grades
9
h
10
h
11
H
12
H
This class examines the sound and sense of poetry.
Students will discuss their favorite poems and life expecredit 0.5
Grades
h9
H10 H11 H12
riences through writing poetry. Authors include Frost,
Prerequisite:
Poe, Dickinson, Shakespeare and Coleridge. Students
Sophomores: Recommendation of 9th grade English will create poetry books and projects.
teacher. Juniors and Seniors: None.
3505 College Writing
This course offers extensive practice in the writing
process, revision skills, writing styles, research skills,
and peer review. Completion of this course requires writing effectively reasoned and supported essays for an academic audience through use of sequence, organization,
unity, coherence, sentence variation, vivid diction. Most
essays will use primary and secondary sources of information as evidence by integrating quotes skillfully, and
correctly attributing and interpreting sources. Students
will also respond critically and reflectively to non-fiction
pieces and scholarly articles by summarizing, interpreting, and analyzing and expressing their responses in
argumentative and expository writing. Students will also
learn to evaluate a source’s merit based on background,
bias, purpose, medium, audience, and tone.
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3223 Writing Studio
credit 0.5
Grades
9
h
10
h
11
H
12
H
This class is designed for struggling writers to help them
write clear, well-developed multi-paragraph compositions. Instruction will focus on the creation and support
of strong thesis statements, development and illustration
of ideas through support, writing for a variety of purposes, improving sentence and paragraph structure, and
using proper writing mechanics with an emphasis on
word usage, transitions, and proper punctuation. Students
will also learn to expand their vocabulary as it relates to
purpose.
HYBRID ELECTIVE COURSES
3121H Hybrid World Mythology
credit 0.5
33407H Hybrid Rock & Roll & Literature
Grades
9
h
10
H
11
H
12
H
This course is open to both Irondale and Mounds View
students. Students will meet 1-2 times per week (periods
1 or 6) at Irondale. A shuttle bus runs between the two
This course is open to both Irondale and Mounds View schools for students who do not have their own transstudents. Students will meet 1-2 times per week after portation.
school. Class will be over in time for students to ride the
Hybrid World Mythology is structured so that instruction
3:15 activity bus from Irondale.
is done through both an online environment and tradiMusic can set a mood, add emotional meaning, or rein- tional class time. Typically, students will only meet as a
force a theme in a novel, short story, or play. This course class one or two times per week. The majority of reading,
will explore the history of rock music and its relation to quizzes, projects, and discussion will be done online,
literature: the words of a song can be read as literature; with assignments due twice weekly. Students will study
listening to the music of a song can be an enhancement myths and archetypes in world cultures, including an
to the written word. Students will read and discuss fic- expanded study of Egyptian, Celtic, South American,
tion, non-fiction, and poetry for comprehension, analy- Slavic, Native American, and Eastern mythologies. They
sis, and appreciation. Students will listen to and analyze will also read and analyze the graphic novel American
modern music to discover its role as literature. Student Born Chinese. Projects and essays are standard parts of
ideas and opinions will be expressed aloud in class, the course. Reliable computer access is required.
through writing, and in forums online. With most assignments, students will be choosing their own topics and
readings. Skills for working online will be taught during
the first few weeks of class--students will be working
online weekly during the semester.
credit 0.5
Grades
9
h
10
H
11
H
12
H
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MATHEMATICS
4413 & 4414 College Seminar/Foundation
of College Math A & B
credit 1
4239 & 4240 Intermediate Algebra A & B
credit 1
Grades
9
H
10
h
11
h
Grades
9
H
10
h
11
h
12
h
Note: Students will be selected for this course or will
require dean approval.
12
h
This course will focus on exponents and exponential
models, functions, transformations, polynomials and Over the course of two semesters, cohort students will
quadratic models. It will also include the study of data take both College Seminar and Foundations of College
Math.
exploration and a review of linear functions.
College Seminar introduces students to information
about college planning and supports the development of
college readiness skills. Seminar students will practice
research, time management, literacy and study skills to
prepare them for success in their Early College classes.
4181 & 4182 Geometry A & B
credit 1
Grades
9
H
10
H
11
h
12
h
Prerequisite:
Intermediate Algebra
Note: Students may be placed in their Geometry section
based on standardized test data, performance in prior Foundations of College Math will focus on number
sense, fluency in the algebra of lines, problem solving
courses and teacher recommendation.
and communicating mathematical solutions using approGeometry in two and three dimensions is studied through priate mathematics vocabulary. This course will prepare
investigation, conjecture, and proof. Students will students for a series of math courses leading to College
explore geometry through use of dynamic geometry soft- Algebra.
ware. Topics include inductive reasoning, deductive reasoning, construction, symmetry, transformations, congruence, similarity, Pythagorean Theorem, area, volume, 4237 & 4238 Advanced Algebra A & B
credit 1
Grades
H9
H10 H11 H12
and right triangle trigonometry.
Prerequisite:
Geometry or concurrent enrollment in Geometry.
Note: Students may be placed in their Advanced Algebra
section based on standardized test data, performance in
prior courses and teacher recommendation.
This course builds on students’ Algebra skills. Topics
include sequences, recursive formulas, linear models,
linear systems, families of functions, transformations,
exponents, matrices, polynomials, triangle trigonometry,
probability, and statistics.
4255 Discrete Math Topics
credit 0.5
Grades
9
h
10
h
11
h
12
H
Students will explore topics in mathematics such as euler
paths and circuits, map coloring, voting methods and,
other math topics that students may experience in their
lives after high school.
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4233 & 4234 Accelerated Pre-Calculus with
Statistics A & B
4419 & 4420 ARCC College Pre-Calculus
A&B
credit 1
credit 1
Grades
9
H
10
H
11
h
12
h
Grades
9
H
10
H
11
h
12
h
Prerequisite:
Prerequisite:
Accelerated Geometry/Advanced Algebra) with a B or
Advanced Algegra or College Algebra with a minumum
higher or Advanced Algebra +9
grade of B-.
This is the second of two courses designed to meet learner outcomes for Geometry, Advanced Algebra and PreCalculus within two years. This course will focus on PreCalculus topics and the statistics topics from Advanced
Algebra that were not covered in the first year of this
course.
offered at Irondale High School. Students will earn 4
college credits for MATH 1210 Pre-Calculus, upon successful completion. This course fulfills the Minnesota
Transfer Curriculum Goal 4: Mathematical/Logical
Reasoning. Students can enroll for both college and
Students who thrive in this class adhere to a more rigor- high school credit.
ous homework schedule (e.g., approximately one hour
This course is designed for college-bound students interdaily) and work independently on a regular basis.
ested in pursuing advanced mathematics or related fields.
Topics include functions (linear, quadratic, power, exponential, logarithmic, rational), triangle trigonometry, unit
4251 & 4252 Pre-College Algebra A & B
circle trigonometry, vectors, parametric equations, polar
Grades
credit 1
h9
h10 h11 H12
equations, conic sections, matrices and series.
Prerequisite:
Advanced Algebra, Concepts of Advanced Algebra
This course is for students who intend to go to college
and would like a fourth year of math but who have not
met the requirements for College Algebra. This course is
designed to provide additional practice so that students
can be prepared to take the Accuplacer exam. Topics
include functions (linear, quadratic, power, exponential,
logarithmic, rational), triangle trigonometry and unit circle trigonometry. This course is not intended for credit
recovery.
4417 & 4418 ARCC College Algebra A & B
credit 1
Grades
9
h
10
h
11
H
12
H
4012 Introduction to Statistics
credit 0.5
Grades
9
h
10
h
11
h
12
H
Prerequisite:
Advanced Algebra, Concepts of Advanced Algebra
This course is designed to engage students using a modeling and simulation approach to inference. Statistics is
more than just an application of mathematics or methodology used in some other discipline; it is a principled way
of thinking about the world. In this class, we will learn
about using simulations to set up models. Students learn
to test their data against our simulations and when they
can generalize and/or prove causation.
Prerequisite:
C or higher in Advanced Algebra or Pre-College
4013 & 4014 AP Statistics A & B
Algebra
credit 0.5
offered at Irondale High School. Students will earn 4
college credits for MATH 1200 College Algebra I, upon
successful completion. This course fulfills the
Minnesota
Transfer
Curriculum
Goal
4:
Mathematical/Logical Reasoning. Students can enroll
for both college and high school credit.
Grades
9
h
10
h
11
H
12
H
Prerequisite:
Advanced Algebra
Topics include: measures of center and variability, distribution functions, correlation and causation, uncertainty
and randomness, sampling procedures, experimental
design, probability, inference, confidence intervals, and
tests for significance. Students who successfully comThis course is designed for college bound students inter- plete this course will be prepared to take the Statistics
ested in earning college credit for a math course. Topics Advanced Placement Exam, which may earn them colinclude: functions, systems of equations and inequalities, lege credit.
linear programming, sequences, series, probability, and
mathematical modeling.
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4015 CIS Statistics (College in the Schools)
4018 & 4019 AP Computer Science A & B
credit 0.5
credit 1
Grades
9
h
10
h
11
h
12
H
Grades
9
h
10
h
11
H
12
H
Prerequisite:
Precalculus with a C or better or concurrently enrolled
in Pre-Calculus.
Irondale High School. Upon successful completion
students will earn three college credits. Students must Note: Course credit will be applied as an elective credit
enroll for both college and high school credit.
This course is designed to introduce students to computThis course is designed to engage students using a mod- er science and computer programming through the
eling and simulation approach to inference. Statistics is implementation of algorithms in the Java programming
more than just an application of mathematics or a language. Emphasis is placed on problem solving and
methodology used in some other discipline. Statistics is a language structure. Students are asked to write complete
principled way of thinking about the world. In particular, or partial computer programs to solve various problems.
it is a principled approach to data collection, prediction,
and scientific inference. Upon completion of this course, Topics include language syntax, object oriented prostudents will have an understanding of the foundational gramming, arithmetic and logical expressions, parameter
concepts of data, variation and inference, as well as an passing, conditional statements, recursion, sorting and
appreciation for the fundamental role that statistics play searching techniques and arrays. At the end of the course
in a host of disciplines, such as business, economics, law students will be prepared to take the AP Computer
Science A exam.
and medicine.
4245 & 4246 Concepts of Intermediate
Algebra A & B
4281 & 4282 AP Calculus 1 A & B
credit 1
Grades
9
h
10
h
11
H
12
H
Prerequisite:
Precalculus or Acc. Pre-Calculus w/ Statistics
credit 1
Grades
Topics include functions and graphing, limits, continuity,
differentiation, integration, the Fundamental Theorem of
Calculus, differential equations, and applications.
Students who successfully complete this course will be
prepared to take the Calculus AB Advanced Placement
Exam, which may earn them college credit.
This course will cover the Mounds View Public Schools
Learner Outcomes for Intermediate Algebra which
includes study of exponents and exponential models,
polynomials and quadratics models, data exploration and
a review of linear functions. The course offers a smaller class size, encourages students to actively participate
in classroom activities and receive more direct individual
instruction.
9
H
10
h
11
h
12
h
Note: By referral only
4301 & 4302 AP Calculus 2 A & B
credit 1
Grades
9
h
10
h
11
H
12
H
4249 & 4250 Concepts of Advanced Algebra
A&B
Prerequisite:
AP Calculus 1
credit 1
This course is a continuation of Calculus 1. Topics
include techniques of integrations, calculus in parametric
and polar equations, differential equations, sequences
and series, vectors, vector functions, multivariable calculus, and applications. Students who successfully complete this course will be prepared to take the Calculus BC
Advanced Placement Exam, which may earn them college credit.
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Grades
9
h
10
h
11
H
12
h
Note: By referral only
This course will prepare students to meet the Mounds
View Public Schools Learner Outcomes and to be successful on the ACT exam given to all juniors. Topics
include sequences, recursive formulas, linear models,
linear systems, families of functions, transformations,
exponents, polynomials, triangle trigonometry, probability, and statistics.
4125H & 4126H Hybrid AP Calculus 1
A&B
credit 1
Grades
9
h
10
h
11
H
4137H & 4138H Hybrid Multi-variable
Calculus A & B
12
H
Prerequisite:
Pre-Calculus
Note: This course will be offered as a hybrid, combining
traditional in-class instruction with online assignments
throughout the week. In class days will be determined
for each semester calendar, averaging 2-3 in-class days
per week at Mounds View High School. This course
meets during the regular school day, either period 1 or 6.
A parent information meeting will be required upon registration.
Topics include functions and graphing, limits, continuity,
differentiation, integration, the Fundamental Theorem of
Calculus, differential equations, and applications. The
online hybrid option is open to students who have the discipline to learn independently. Students meet in class 2-3
days per week at Mounds View High School during the
school day. Students will be responsible for reading the
textbook, watching online videos, doing homework, and
participating in online forums on their own time.
Students who successfully complete this course will be
prepared to take the Calculus AB Advanced Placement
Exam, which may earn them college credit.
Prerequisite:
AP Calculus 1
Grades
9
h
10
h
11
H
Grades
9
h
10
h
11
H
12
H
Prerequisite:
AP Calculus 2
for each semester calendar, averaging 2 in-class days per
week at Mounds View High School. The meeting days
and times of this course will be determined by course
enrollment, and may be during the regular school day,
either period 1 or 6. A parent information meeting will
be required upon registration.
This course is designed for students to continue their
mathematics education beyond Calculus 2. The first
semester focuses on calculus of many variables and vector calculus. These multivariable calculus topics include
partial derivatives, multiple integrals, vector fields, line
integrals, line surface integrals, and applications in threedimensions. The second semester consists of a university-level Linear Algebra course. The Linear Algebra topics include vectors, matrices, systems of equations, subspaces, eigenvalues, eigenvectors, vector spaces, and
applications.
4181H & 4182H Hybrid Statistics AP A
4135H & 4136H Hybrid AP Calculus 2
A&B
credit 1
credit 1
credit 1
12
H
Grades
9
h
10
h
11
H
12
H
A parent information meeting will be required upon registration. Graphing calculator required. College credit
can be obtained for work in this course by passing the
Statistics Advanced Placement exam in May.
A parent information meeting will be required upon registration.
Transportation to MVHS is not provided.
This course is a continuation of Calculus 1. Topics Topics include: measures of center and variability, distriinclude techniques of integrations, calculus in parametric bution functions, correlation and causation, uncertainty
and polar equations, differential equations, sequences and randomness, sampling procedures, experimental
and series, vectors, vector functions, multivariable calcu- design, probability, inference, confidence intervals, and
lus, and applications. The online hybrid option is open to tests for significance. The online hybrid option is open to
students who have the discipline to learn independently. students who have the discipline to learn independently.
Students meet in class 2 days per week at Mounds View Students would meet in class 2 days per week at Mounds
High School during the school day. Students will be View High School during the school day. Students would
responsible for reading the textbook, watching online be responsible for reading the textbook, watching online
videos, doing homework, and participating in online videos, doing labs using statistics software, doing homeforums on their own time. Students who successfully work, and participating in online forums on their own
complete this course will be prepared to take the time.
Calculus BC Advanced Placement Exam, which may
earn them college credit.
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6076H Hybrid Applied Science through
Science Olympiad
credit 0.5
Grades
9
h
10
H
11
H
12
H
Prerequisite:
Concurrent enrollment in a science course
Note: COURSE CREDIT WILL BE APPLIED AS AN
ELECTIVE CREDIT (NOT A SCIENCE OR MATH
CREDIT)
meets outside of the regular school day, after school
(hour 7). Students must provide their own transportation. A parent information meeting will be required
upon registration. In addition, 3-4 Science Olympiad
tournaments with other schools are required..
This course is designed for students who want to bring
science, engineering, and math to life; to see how the
world works; to emphasize problem solving; and the
understanding of science concepts. Students will develop teamwork and cooperative learning strategies.
Students will specialize in a couple areas of science,
engineering, and math that go beyond the typical classroom experience. Materials created for Science
Olympiad will be used for learning. Students may be
on the Science Olympiad Team separate from this
course.
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MUSIC
1501 &1502 Knights Band A & B
credit 1
1500 ARCC Hybrid College Music
Appreciation
credit 0.5
Grades
9
h
10
h
Grades
9
H
10
h
11
h
12
h
Prerequisite:
Previous experience in instrumental music. Comprised
of freshman.
11
H
12
H
Note: Offered Semester 1
taught at Irondale. Students will earn 3 credits for
MUSC 1100 upon successful completion. This course
helps fulfill Minnesota Transfer Curriculum Goal 6C,
Humanities and Fine Arts. Students must enroll for
both high school and college credit. Students must meet
concurrent enrollment eligibility standards to take this
class.
Music Appreciation is a music course that does a historical survey of western music, builds understanding of the
elements of music, builds skills in researching and understanding the background of music and composers, and
builds critical listening and writing skills about music in
a variety of genres.
INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC
BAND
All bands at Irondale stress the development of technical
performance skills, sight reading skills, and attainment of
overall musical knowledge through daily rehearsals and
sectionals. Groups perform a wide variety of music from
the classics to current pop selections. All groups perform
at Fall, Winter, Spring, Pop Concerts and participate in
exchange concerts and yearly field trips.
1541 & 1542 Maroon Band A & B
credit 1
Grades
9
h
10
H
11
H
12
h
Prerequisite:
Previous experience in instrumental music.
Note: Comprised of sophomores and juniors
Band at Irondale is a comprehensive course of music
study providing a rich background in more advanced perPerforms at the Region 4AA Music Contest and
formance skills, musicianship music theory and history.
Commencement
Repertoire includes selections from all musical periods,
contemporary and alternative styles.
Players are encouraged to further strengthen their musicianship by playing in extracurricular Irondale musical
opportunities outside of the school day such as Jazz
Band, Marching Band, Region 4AA Solo & Ensemble
Contest, Winter Drumline, Winter Colorguard, Pep Band,
Pit Orchestra, and Honors Symphony Orchestra Winds.
1551 & 1592 Symphonic Winds A & B
credit 1
Grades
9
h
10
H
11
H
12
H
Prerequisite:
Previous experience in instrumental music.
Note: Most advanced band comprised primarily of seniors, juniors and sophomores based on auditions.
Registered juniors must successfully complete an audition in the spring. Registered sophomores must get
instructor approval to audition.
Performs at the Region 4AA Music Contest, Seniors to
Seniors Concert, North Suburban Band Festival, Spring
Tour, and Commencement.
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1561 Symphony Orchestra A & B
ORCHESTRA
credit 1
Orchestra at Irondale is a comprehensive course of music
study. A variety of string literature is studied throughout
the year including standard orchestral literature, alternative styles, world music and original concert works.
Objectives include but are not limited to, development of
rhythm and pitch accuracy as an individual and as an
ensemble, advanced string techniques, increased knowledge of music theory, music history and music terms and
a greater appreciation for music. Students are expected to
be involved in daily rehearsals, participate in concerts
and complete semester assignments and evaluations.
Individual practice is required, and private lessons are
encouraged. All orchestras play in at least three concerts
and annual field trips. Players are encouraged to further
strengthen their musicianship by playing in extracurricular Irondale musical opportunities including Chamber
Orchestra, Pit Orchestra and Region 4AA Solo and
Ensemble Contest.
1563 & 1564 Varsity Orchestra A & B
credit 1
Grades
9
H
10
h
11
h
Grades
9
h
10
h
11
H
12
H
Prerequisite:
Previous string experience and instructor approval.
Symphony Orchestra is an advanced orchestra ensemble
that performs music from both the string and full orchestra repertoire. Students refine advanced right and left
hand technique, ear training, music theory, music history
and musicianship. Emphasis is placed on individual
musical growth and how it connects to the larger ensemble. Symphony Orchestra students perform six concerts
each year in addition to participating in the Region Large
Group and Solo/Ensemble contest. Symphony Orchestra
tours in the spring.
1503 ARCC College Music Fundamentals
credit 0.5
Grades
9
h
10
h
11
h
12
H
Prerequisite:
Participation in Concert Band or Symphony Orchestra
for Junior and Senior years.
12
h
Prerequisite:
Previous string experience. Students with no string
experience must have instructor approval.
Varsity Orchestra is the study of intermediate string techboth high school and college credit. Students must meet
niques and musicianship skills in preparation for upper
level orchestra ensembles. Students study advanced
class.
string skills including shifting, fingerboard positions,
vibrato and bow technique in addition to building orchesFundamentals of Music is offered in conjunction with
tral ensemble techniques. Through daily exercises and
membership in Concert Band or Symphony Orchestra for
repertoire, students learn music history and music theory
your Junior and Seniors years. Students will be asked to
which they can apply to all aspects of music making.
do in and out of class work to develop greater underPerforms music exclusively from the string orchestra
standing and use of music terminology and notation
repertoire. Varsity Orchestra students perform four conincluding melodic and harmonic lines, rhythmic figures,
certs during the year and participate in the MNSOTA
time and key signatures, and chord progressions. Student
Honors Orchestra Festival.
will also analyze, write and perform short musical compositions..
1559 & 1560 Concert Orchestra A & B
credit 1
Grades
9
h
10
H
11
h
VOCAL MUSIC
12
h
Choirs at Irondale emphasize group effort toward a common goal of excellence. Students sing a wide variety of
choral music, develop individual voice skills, participate
in a variety of performance experiences, learn to read
music, and improve their knowledge of music fundamentals. Choirs perform in four evening concerts: the Fall,
Holiday, Spring and Pops concerts. They also perform in
exchange concerts, Region 5AA Large Group Contests,
field trips and tours. Members are eligible for participation in Region 5AA Vocal Solo and Ensemble Contest.
Study of intermediate string techniques, music theory,
music history, orchestral ensemble techniques and
styles. Performs music exclusively from the string
orchestra repertoire. Prepares students for more
advanced ensembles. Attendance at all concerts is
required.
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1567 & 1568 Knightingales A & B
credit 1
Grades
9
h
10
H
1571 & 1572 Varsity Women’s Choir A & B
11
H
credit 1
12
H
Grades
9
H
10
h
11
h
12
h
Prerequisite:
Prerequisite:
Registered students must earn a letter grade of “C” or
Registered students must successfully complete an audition with the teacher in the spring and earn a letter grade better in previous music courses or have instructor
approval.
of “C” or better in previous music courses.
Note: All 9th grade choir students are in Varsity Choir.
Note: Knightingales is for women in grades 10 thru 12.
Varsity Women’s Choir performs alone as a women’s
Knightingales is for upper class treble singers with previ- choir and combines with Varsity Men’s Choir to perform
ous musical experience and a desire for high quality per- music for mixed choir.
formance. Members continue to build music theory and
musicianship skills for upper level music making. Varsity Choir is a choir for students who have previous
Members perform at all school concerts, Region Contest, musical experience and a desire for high quality performand an annual Women’s Choir Festival.
ance opportunities. Members perform at all school concerts and Region Contest. Members receive small group
lessons in the fall semester and build music theory and
1565 & 1566 Honors Concert Choir A & B
musicianship skills for upper level music making.
credit 1
Grades
9
h
10
H
11
H
12
H
Prerequisite:
Registered students must successfully complete an
audition with the teacher in the spring and earn a letter grade of “C” or better in previous music courses.
Note: Honors Concert Choir is for men in grades 10
through 12, and women in grades 11 and 12.
Honors Concert Choir is an advanced, auditioned mixed
choir for students who possess strong musical and vocal
skills. Members continue to build music theory and
Members are required to perform in many evening performances, at festivals and participate in a spring tour.
1504 ARCC College Singing Fundamentals
credit 0.5
Grades
9
h
10
h
11
h
12
H
Prerequisite:
Participate in Concert Choir for Junior & Senior years
both high school and college credit. Students must meet
class.
1569 & 1570 Varsity Men’s Choir A & B
Singing Fundamentals is offered in conjunction with
Prerequisite:
membership in Concert Choir for your Junior and
Registered students must earn a letter grade of “C” or Seniors years. Students will be asked to do in and out of
better in previous music courses or have instructor class work to learn more about the human body and
approval.
voice, develop greater understanding and use of music
Note: All 9th grade choir students are in Varsity Choir.
notation, further develop vocal performance skills, refine
critical analysis skills of vocal performance for self and
Varsity Men’s Choir performs alone as a men’s choir and others, and artistically prepare and perform solo and duet
combines with Varsity Women’s Choir to perform music performances for the instructor and peers.
for mixed choir.
credit 1
Grades
9
H
10
H
11
H
12
H
Varsity Choir is a choir for students who have previous
musical experience and a desire for high quality performance opportunities. Members perform at all school concerts and Region Contest. Members receive small group
lessons in the fall semester and build music theory and
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PHYSICAL EDUCATION/HEALTH 5070 Dance
credit 0.5
5012 Fitness for Life
credit 0.5
Grades
9
H
10
H
11
H
Grades
9
H
10
H
11
H
12
H
Prerequisite:
Fitness for Life of New Moves
Note: This course meets .5 credits for Fine Arts
12
H
This course emphasizes individual physical fitness, wellness, sport skills and sport concepts. The physical fitness
component includes muscular strength and conditioning,
cardiovascular endurance, flexibility and fitness planning. The wellness component examines fitness and
nutrition concepts students will need to make healthy
decisions. Sport skills and concepts include lifetime
skills, rules of play, etiquette and sportsmanship. The
goal of this class is to explore activities that young people would adopt as lifelong activities.
Students will experience a variety of dance techniques
including: ballet and jazz; ballroom dance; multicultural
folk dance; country western line and partner dancing.
Students will also learn choreographic principles, dance
terminology and dance as an art form.
5098 Leisure Activity
credit 0.5
Grades
9
H
10
H
11
H
12
H
Prerequisite:
Fitness for Life or New Moves
Fitness for Life is a prerequisite for elective courses Note: Select course #5098 for Semester1. Select course
offered in the Physical Education Department.
#5099 for Semester 2.
Note: This course may be taken more than once.
5116 New Moves PE
credit 0.5
Grades
9
H
10
H
11
H
This course offers expanded opportunities in many lifelong activities. Activities may include:
12
H
Note: Field Trip Fee: $25 for bowling and golf.
New Moves is an all-girls physical education class geared
towards students who are seeking a unique physical education environment. Activities include lifetime fitness,
lifetime skills, and nutrition and fitness concepts:
* Cardiovascular conditioning, strength training and
flexibility
* Golf, tennis, volleyball, dance, rock climbing, water
fitness and self-defense
* Basic nutrition concepts, FITT principle, compo
nents of fitness, fitness planning and goal-setting
The goal of this class is to explore activities that young
people would adopt as lifelong activities.
5013 Health I
credit 0.5
Bowling
Volleyball
Golf
Ultimate Frisbee
Table Tennis
Croquet
Bocce Ball
Pickle-Ball
Frisbee Golf
Billiards
Softball
Climbing Wall
Tennis
Outdoor Activities
Badminton
5093 Strength Training & Conditioning
Grades
9
h
10
H
11
H
12
credit 0.5
H
Grades
9
H
10
H
11
H
12
H
Note: 1 semester - Grade 10 (recommended)
Course Fee = $5.00 (CPR)
Prerequisite:
The Health I course builds and reinforces individual
awareness of many health-related issues. Topics of study
include self-awareness, mental health and communication, wellness, prevention of alcohol, tobacco and other
drug use, CPR, sexuality, career choices, aging and loss.
Strength Training & Conditioning provides any student
with an opportunity to learn basic strength and conditioning principles and develop the associated training skills
and techniques. No prior training experience required,
since the course is designed to meet the needs of the
beginner as well as the experienced fitness enthusiast.
This course is a must for all athletes.
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5080 Team Sports
credit 0.5
9
Grades
H
10
H
11
H
Requirement for the Early College Associate of Arts
Degree. Students must enroll for both college and high
school credit.
12
H
Prerequisite:
This course is designed to look at health from a personal
This course offers a variety of competitive team games. and community perspective. The course will include an
Students who enjoy competing in a team atmosphere will overview of concepts and concerns involving the many
enjoy this course. The course is geared for beginners to dimensions of health and give students knowledge and
the expert. Activities may include:
skills necessary to make informed health decisions.
Flag Football
Basketball
Floor Hockey
Badminton
Softball
Indoor Soccer
5510H Hybrid Fitness for Life
credit 0.5
Grades
9
h
10
H
11
H
12
H
Team Handball
Lacrosse
Volleyball
Dodgeball
throughout the week. Students are required to attend
seven seminars during the twelve-week course. Seminars
are available at both Mounds View High School and
Irondale High School. This course meets outside of the
5118 Stress Management & Movement
regular school day, either before or after school (hours 0
credit 0.5
Grades
H9
H10 H11 H12
or 7). Students must provide their own transportation. A
Note: .5 Elective Health & Physical Education credit.
parent information meeting will be required upon regisStress Management & Movement is a course designed to tration.
teach students stress management techniques by understanding the neurobiology of the stress response and the Transportation to MVHS is not provided.
multitude of methods available to manage stress. Part of This course emphasizes individual physical fitness, wellthe instruction will be classroom-based and the other part ness, sports skills, and character development. The physwill be exercise-based. Stress management techniques ical fitness component includes attention to muscle
include:
Mindfulness, Body Scans, Breathing strength, cardiovascular endurance, flexibility, body
Techniques, Yoga & other Fitness Activities. This is the composition and fitness planning. The wellness compoperfect course for students who need to learn to relax.
nent examines the role or nutrition, activity and rest, and
lifestyle patterns in personal wellness. The prevention of
lifestyle related disease is a key topic. Goal setting for
5000H ARCC Hybrid College Personal &
personal wellness is also taught.
Community Health (3 credits)
credit 0.5
Grades
9
h
10
h
11
H
12
H
Prerequisite: Students must get approval from their 5520H Hybrid Health
Dean in order to take this course.
credit 0.5
Grades
h9
H10 H11 H12
This is an Anoka Ramsey Community College course Note: This course will be offered as a hybrid, combining
offered at Irondale. Students will earn 3 college credits traditional in-class instruction with online assignments
for HPER 1110 Personal & Community Health upon throughout the week. Students are required to attend
successful completion. This course fulfills the Wellness seven seminars during the twelve-week course. Seminars
Requirement for Anoka Ramsey Community College are available at both Mounds View High School and
AA Degree. Students must enroll for both college and Irondale High School. This course meets outside of the
regular school day, after school (hour 7). Students must
high school credit.
provide their own transportation. A parent information
This course will be offered as a hybrid, combining tradi- meeting will be required upon registration.
tional in-class instruction with online assignments
throughout the week. Students are required to attend Transportation to MVHS is not provided.
seven seminars during the twelve-week course. Seminars
are available at Irondale High School. This course meets The Health course builds and reinforces individual
outside during the regular school day, first hour. Students awareness of many health-related issues. Topics of study
must provide their own transportation. A parent informa- include self-awareness, mental health and communication meeting will be required upon registration. This tion, prevention of alcohol, tobacco, and other drug use,
course meets the Mounds View School’s Health I CPR, sexuality, career choices and aging and loss.
Graduation Requirement & Anoka Ramsey’s Wellness
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SCIENCE
6101 & 6102 Chemistry A & B
credit 1
Grades
9
h
10
H
11
H
12
H
This course studies the basic principles governing all living things. The topics include the study of cell structure
and cell functions, cell chemistry and energy systems,
heredity, microbiology, and the study of the human body.
Biology also explores the relationship of humans to their
environment with emphasis on diversity within plants
and animals and the principles of ecology and evolution.
6009 & 6010 AP Biology A & B
credit 1
Grades
9
h
10
H
11
H
9
h
10
h
11
H
12
H
Prerequisite:
A minimum of a C in Physical Science or Honors
Physical Science and Algebra I.
6241 & 6242 Biology A & B
credit 1
Grades
12
H
This course is designed for students not pursuing science-related fields in college (note: College Chemistry
is recommended for those interested in science-related
careers). This introductory course places emphasis on
the basics of chemistry. This is a very hands-on course students perform about two labs per week. Semester 1
topics include lab skills, matter, formula writing, balancing equations, atomic structure, chemical bonding and
the periodic table. Semester two topics include the mole
concept, energy, gases, nuclear chemistry, acids and
bases, and electrochemistry.
Prerequisite:
An A- in Honors Physical Science or an A-average in
regular Chemistry or a B or higher average in ARCC 6125 & 6126 ARCC College Chemistry A
College Chemistry
Grades
credit 1
h9
h10 H11 H12
Irondale Prerequisite:
This is a full year Advanced Biology class which covers
Geometry.
a broad range of biology topics and provides students Anoka Ramsey Prerequisite:
with a challenging college level experience. The expectStudents must either be a junior in the top 1/3 of their
ed outcome is a comprehensive understanding of biologclass, senior in the top 1/2 of their class, or by
ical interrelationships. The rigorous pace of this course
dean/teacher recommendation.
requires a significant time commitment. Students suc- (This course is not open to sophomores).
cessful in this course are encouraged to take the National
AP Biology exam given in mid-May which may earn This is an Anoka Ramsey Community College course
offered at Irondale. Students will earn 4 college credits
them college credit.
for CHEM 1020, Interpretive Chemistry, upon successful completion. This course meets a requirement for the
Minnesota Transfer Curriculum Goal 3: Natural
6127 & 6128 ARCC College Biology A
Sciences (Physical Sciences). Students must enroll for
credit 1
Grades
h9
H10 H11 H12
both college and high school credit.
Successful completion of Physical Science.
This course is designed for students with a strong interAnoka Ramsey prerequisite:
est in science or science related fields of study. This
This course is not open to freshmen.
introductory course places emphasis on the theoretical
This is an Anoka Ramsey Community College course concepts of chemistry. Students will get many opportuoffered at Irondale. Students will earn 4 college credits nities for hands-on experiences in chemistry. Semester I
for BIOL 1100, Unifying Concepts in Biology, upon includes formula writing, lab skills, balancing equations,
successful completion. This course fulfills the mole concept, atomic structure, chemical bonding, the
Minnesota Transfer Curriculum Goal 3: Natural periodic table, stoichiometry, and thermodynamics.
Sciences. Students must enroll for both college and Semester II includes solution chemistry, behavior of
high school credit.
gases, nuclear chemistry, kinetics, equilibrium, acid-base
chemistry, oxidation-reduction, and organic chemistry.
Introductory college level course designed to teach the College Chemistry students will also gain experience in
process of science as it applies to biology today. This technical writing with formal lab reports.
course studies the basic principles governing all living
things. Topics in biology that will be covered include the
nature of science, ecology, cellular biology, heredity, evolution and human body systems.
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6220 Human Anatomy & Physiology
credit 0.5
Grades
9
h
10
h
6182 ARCC College Environmental Science
11
H
12
credit 0.5
H
Prerequisite:
Biology
This course is designed for students with a high interest
in the biological sciences who intend to pursue further
study in the health or medical fields. The course is a
comprehensive study of both the anatomy and the physiology of the human body systems. Included in the study
are skin, bones and muscles, nervous system, respiration,
circulation, digestion.
This is a dissection based course.
Grades
9
h
10
h
11
H
12
H
Successful completion of Biology, College Biology, or
AP Biology
Anoka Ramsey prerequisite:
Successful completion of College Biology, a member of
the Early College cohort, or in the top 1/2 of the junior
class.
for BIOL 1103 Environmental Science, upon successful completion. This course fulfills the Minnesota
Transfer Curriculum Goal 10: People and the
Environment. Students must enroll for both college and
high school credit.
6240 Human Genetics & Microbiology
credit 0.5
Grades
9
h
10
h
11
H
12
H
Introductory college level course designed to expose stuPrerequisite:
Successful completion of Biology, ARCC College dents to the basic characteristics and dynamics of ecosystems. The effects of the increasing and changing human
Biology, or AP Biology
demands on our environment are explored. This course
This course is designed to help students increase their will enable students to make informed environmental
knowledge of human genetics and the study of DNA. decisions about the changing world around them.
Emphasis will be placed on the inheritance of human
traits, DNA, RNA, protein synthesis, molecular evolution, bioinformatics and other genetics. Microbiology 6001 & 6002 Physical Science A & B
Grades
H9
h10 h11 h12
includes the study of microbes (bacteria, viruses, molds) credit 1
with emphasis on bacteriology and the importance of
microorganisms to humans (diseases, food production, The central theme of this year-long course is the introindustry, everyday life). Instruction will included lab ductory study of matter. Students work on laboratory
activities which lead to the atomic model of matter. The
work, lectures, discussions and possible field trips.
course is task-centered with a balance between studentcentered discussions and student-centered laboratory
activities. The work concludes with a unit on the primary
concepts in physics; including force, energy and motion.
6003 & 6004 Advanced Physical Science
A&B
credit 1
Grades
9
H
10
h
11
h
12
h
Prerequisite:
Concurrent enrollment of Geometry or higher
This activity and lab-centered year-long course begins
with the physics-based study of particle interactions,
encompassing force, energy, and motion. This then
leads into the chemistry-based study of the interactions
of systems of particles, encompassing properties of matter, the atomic model of matter, and atomic properties.
The pace and rigor of the course is suitable for the student with an inclination toward science and a corresponding work ethic. Successful completion of this course
provides the student with the opportunity to enroll in AP
Biology in their 10th grade year.
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This two-semester course is especially recommended
for college-bound students interested in careers relating
to science/engineering. The course prepares students to
take the AP Physics C: Mechanics test in the spring.
All Physics students are required to participate in and
attend Irondale's Physics Fair. This is an evening event
at Irondale that is usually the Tuesday before spring
break. Please contact a Physics teacher with any questions regarding the Physics Fair or to confirm specific
dates for the Physics Fair.
6141 & 6142 Physics A & B
credit 1
Grades
9
h
10
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11
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12
H
Prerequisite:
Completion of Advanced Algebra
This course provides a fundamental knowledge of the
workings of the physical world. In particular, topics of
motion (linear, projectile, and circular) and force will be
examined during the fall semester. Topics of momentum,
energy, simple harmonic motion, and waves (sound and
light) will be examined during the spring semester.
Electricity, magnetism, and modern physics topics will
6129 & 6130 ARCC College Physics A & B
be discussed throughout the year.
credit 1
Grades
9
h
10
h
11
H
12
H
This is a student-centered course in which lab groups Prerequisite:
perform investigations that involve the gathering, analyzConcurrent enrollment in ARCC College Algebra,
ing, and presenting of data. These experiences are the
ARCC College Pre-Calculus, or higher
foundation for the conceptual model that is developed in Anoka Ramsey Prerequisite:
each unit.
Students must either be a junior in the top 1/3 of their
class, senior in the top 1/2 of their class, or by
The course is conducted in a manner similar to a profesdean/teacher recommendation. (This course is not
sional scientific community in which peer collaboration,
open to sophomores).
group presentation and discussion of experimental
results and their significance are regularly utilized. Note: Field trips to MINOS Lab.
All Physics students are required to participate in and This is an Anoka Ramsey Community College course
attend Irondale's Physics Fair. This is an evening event at
Irondale that is usually the Tuesday before spring break.
Please contact a Physics teacher with any questions for PHYS 1317, General Physics 1, upon successful
regarding the Physics Fair or to confirm specific dates completion of both semesters. This course fulfills the
MTC Goal 3 – Natural Sciences. Students must enroll
for the Physics Fair.
for both college and high school credit.
This course is designed for students with a strong interest in science and a desire to pursue further studies in scicredit 1
Grades
h9
h10 H11 H12
ence. Algebra-based mathematical representations are
Prerequisite:
utilized throughout the course. The topics of kinematics,
AP Calculus I and Chemistry or ARCC College Chemistry
Newton’s laws of motion, energy, momentum, rotational
motion, fluids, gravitation, oscillations and waves, therNote: Field trips to MINOS lab.
modynamics, electricity, magnetism, and modern physics
Physics is the study of matter, energy, and their interac- will be studied. Students will learn to solve computations. As a fundamental science, it is key for students to tional and conceptual problems in these areas.
have an understanding of physics to gain a more complete picture of the scientific world.
Throughout the course, students will be engaged in lab
activities that reveal and illustrate the concepts being
In this lab-based course, students will study motion, studied. Data will be collected, analyzed, and interpreted
force, energy, momentum, waves (sound and light), by lab groups. Laboratory findings will be presented
optics, and electricity. Focus will be placed on active orally and in writing.
learning through data collection and analysis. Students
will also study the fundamental forces of nature and the All Physics students are required to participate in and
structure of matter (the Standard Model). Students will attend Irondale's Physics Fair. This is an evening event at
be exposed to modern particle physics research with Irondale that is usually the Tuesday before spring break.
updates of exciting discoveries made by physicists at Please contact a Physics teacher with any questions
Fermilab and CERN (home of the Large Hadron regarding the Physics Fair or to confirm specific dates
Collider). In addition, there will be the opportunity to for the Physics Fair.
work with real particle physics data, and visit a modern
physics lab (the underground MINOS lab).
6161 & 6162 AP Physics A & B
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6078 Zoology
credit 0.5
6161H Hybrid AP Physics C: Mechanics
Grades
9
h
10
h
11
H
12
credit 0.5
H
Zoology is a semester-long course that will examine the
diversity of the animal kingdom by studying the morphology of each animal phyla. Using dissections and
other lab procedures, the students will learn about the
similarities and differences of animal phyla, as well and
how animals function and why animals are united with
other forms of life. Topics will also include embryonic
development of animals, invertebrate and vertebrate
development and the social interactions of animals.
Grades
9
h
10
h
11
H
12
H
Prerequisite:
One year of AP Physics, Physics, or equivalent course.
One year of Calculus.
class twice a week at Mounds View High School. This
course meets period 1 or 6. Student must provide their
own transportation.
The course is a calculus-based physics course that covers
kinematics, dynamics, energy, momentum, rotation,
6077H Hybrid Particle Physics Research
gravitation and oscillation. This course is the first of a
credit 0.5
Grades
h9
h10 H11 H12
two-course sequence that is equivalent to the introductoPrerequisite:
Students must either have taken or are concurrently ry physics sequence taken by science and engineering
students at most colleges and universities. Prepares stutaking a chemistry or physics course.
dents for the national AP Physics C: Mechanics exam
Dates of course: Will meet as a 0/7 hybrid option from given in mid-May.
late November or early December through mid-March
for a period of time equivalent to one semester.
6162H Hybrid AP Physics C:
Electricity & Magnetism
This course will give students an authentic experience
working in scientific research. Students will collect data
from a cosmic ray muon detector located at school and/or
collect data (via Internet) from a particle detector located at the European Organization for Nuclear Physics
(CERN) near Geneva, Switzerland. Data collection and
analysis will be accomplished using online software
made available to students through online "e-Labs" from
the I2U2 (Interactions in Understanding the Universe)
collaboration. Conclusions will be drawn from these
analyzed data and presented by each student in order to
communicate results and conclusions.
credit 0.5
Grades
9
h
10
h
11
H
12
H
Prerequisite:
One year of AP Physics, Physics, or equivalent course.
One year of Calculus.
class twice a week at Mounds View High School. This
course meets period 1 or 6. Student must provide their
own transportation.
This course builds on the Hybrid AP Physics C:
Mechanics course with the addition of forces exerted on
charged particles, electric and magnetic fields, electric
6083H Hybrid Astronomy
circuits and their components, and the nature of electrocredit 0.5
Grades
h9
H10 H11 H12
magnetic radiation. This course is equivalent to the secPrerequisite:
ond semester of the introductory physics sequence typiSuccessful completion of geometry
cally offered at colleges and universities. This course
This course will be a rigorous introduction to the con- applies both differential and integral calculus. Prepares
cepts and methods of astronomy, astrophysics, and cos- students for the national AP Physics C: Electricity and
mology. Emphasis will be placed on understanding how Magnetism exam given in mid-May.
we know what we know about the universe, both on the
small and large scales. Topics will include solar system
dynamics, stellar evolution, and the composition, history,
and evolution of the universe. Meeting times for this
class will be primarily after school, but may also include
occasional early mornings, late evenings, and/or weekends. Students will be expected to be able to provide
their own transportation.
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6075H Hybrid Science of
Engineering/Robotics
credit 0.5
Grades
9
h
10
H
11
H
12
H
Prerequisite:
C or better in Geometry, C or better in Physical
Science.
class once a week at Mounds View High School during
the twelve-week course. This course meets outside of the
regular school day, either before or after school (hours 0
or 7). A parent information meeting will be required upon
registration.
This course is a scientific project-based introduction to
engineering experience that exposes the student to the
variety of engineering fields and to the practice of engineering. The course has weekly meetings but is primarily Internet and teamwork based. Real world, open-ended
engineering problems with an emphasis on hands on
projects that cover a wide range of content will be presented. This course is intended for students who have an
interest in engineering. Participation in the Mounds
View High School FIRST Robotics Team is encouraged
but not required.
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SOCIAL STUDIES
7191 AP U.S. Government & Politics
credit 0.5
7092 Economics
credit 0.5
Grades
9
H
10
h
11
h
12
h
Ninth grade economics will cover a wide variety of topics including:personal economic choice and decision
making, the link between supply and demand, our global
economy, and personal finance. Students will leave the
class having learned strategies to make smart economic
decisions, how to be a smart consumer and will have a
better understanding of how our economy works.
7050 Human Geography
credit 0.5
Grades
9
H
10
h
11
h
Grades
9
h
10
h
11
H
12
H
This is a college-level course and examination offered to
high school students through the College Boards
Advanced Placement Program. This course surveys the
structure and function of American government and politics that begins with an analysis of the foundations of the
American political system and the United States
Constitution. Students study the three branches of government, administrative agencies that support each
branch, the role of political behavior in the democratic
process, rules governing elections, political culture, and
the workings of political parties and interest groups. At
the end of the course, students will have the option of
taking the AP exam to receive credit for college.
12
h
Ninth grade geography covers a wide variety of topics,
including: population, culture, environment, land use,
and cultural patterns. Students will the leave the class
with an understanding of how societies and people interact with the physical and political world.
7051 AP Human Geography
7155 & 7156 AP European History A & B
II.
credit 0.5
Grades
9
H
10
h
11
H
12
H
The purpose of the AP course in Human Geography is to
introduce students to the systematic study of patterns and
processes that have shaped human understanding, use,
and alteration of the Earth’s surface. Students employ
spatial concepts and landscape analysis to examine
7041 & 7042 U.S. History A & B
human social organization and its environmental consecredit 1.0
Grades
h9
H10 h11 h12
quences. They also learn about the methods and tools
United States History will trace the history of the United geographers use in their science and practice. (From AP
States. Study encompasses the growth of this nation to its College Board Website)
status as a leading industrial and military power. Special
emphasis will be given to those social, political and mil- This class will cover the following topic areas and stuitary events that shaped America’s destiny. Students in dents will be encouraged to take the AP Human
this course will be working to meet the Minnesota State Geography Exam in May.
Standards in U.S. History and Geography.
I. Geography: Its Nature and Perspectives
credit 1.0
Grades
9
h
10
h
11
H
12
H
Population
III. Cultural Patterns and Processes
This course is intended to prepare students for the
Advanced Placement examination in European History IV. Political Organization of Space
while providing them with a firm grounding in the development of Western civilization and the humanities. V. Agriculture and Rural Land Use
Students work regularly with a variety of primary sources
as they trace the development of major ideas and institu- VI. Industrialization and Economic Development
tions in Europe from the Renaissance to the present.
VII. Cities and Urban Land Use
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7141 & 7142 AP U.S. History A & B
7192 AP Macroecomomics
credit 0.5
Grades
9
H
10
H
11
H
credit 1
12
H
Students are introduced to the principles of economics
and will learn how they apply to our present system. The
course stresses national income and production, price
determination, the problems of inflation and unemployment, interest rates, monetary and fiscal policy, international trade and globalism. Students will develop critical
thinking skills through understanding application and
analysis of fundamental economic concepts. This is an
upper level class and students will have the opportunity
to take the AP exam for possible college credit. It is a
fast-paced, college-level course that involves geometry
and uses a college textbook, Economics for AP by
Krugman. If you have questions, you may contact your
dean about appropriate placement.
Grades
9
h
10
H
11
H
12
H
This course follows the Advanced Placement course
guidelines designed by the College Board. This course is
a survey of United States History from exploration to
contemporary times. The approach of the course encourages use of higher level thinking skills. The student will
have the option of taking the AP American History
Examination to receive college credit at the end of the
school year.
7198 & 7199 AP World History A & B
credit 1
Grades
9
h
10
h
11
H
12
H
The AP World History course focuses on developing students' understanding of world history from approximately 8000 B.C.E. to the present. The course has students
investigate the content of world history for significant
7194 AP Psychology - Semester Course
events, individuals, developments, and processes in six
Grades
credit 0.5
h9
h10 h11 H12
historical periods, and develop and use the same thinking
AP Psychology students will study the core areas of psy- skills and methods (analyzing primary and secondary
chology including memory, learning, development, dis- sources, making historical comparisons, chronological
orders, personality, and behavior. This course follows the reasoning, and argumentation) employed by historians
Advanced Placement guidelines designed by the College when they study the past.
Board and will prepare the student for the AP Exam
The course also provides five themes (interaction
administered in May.
between humans and the environment; development and
interaction of cultures; state building, expansion, and
creation, expansion, and interaction of econom7196 & 7197 AP Psychology-Full Year A & B conflict;
ic systems; and development and transformation of social
credit 1
Grades
h9
h10 h11 H12
structures) that students explore throughout the course in
order to make connections among historical developAP Psychology – Full Year students will study the core ments in different times and places encompassing the
areas of psychology including social psychology, neuro- five major geographical regions of the globe: Africa, the
science, behavior, memory, learning, sleep/dreams, per- Americas, Asia, Europe, and Oceania.
sonality, and psychological disorders. This course follows the Advanced Placement guidelines designed by the
College Board and will prepare the student for the AP
7056 Holocaust/Genocide Studies
Exam administered in May. This course is specifically
Grades
h9
h10 H11 H12
designed for the student that is highly motivated to take a credit 0.5
college level course that enables full year engagement
Never again? Never to forget? These are promises the
with the course material instead of one semester.
world made after the annihilation of over 6 million people during Hitler’s time in power. Yet, there have been
numerous atrocities since in Cambodia, Yugoslavia,
Rwanda, and currently in Darfur. This course will take
an in depth look at twentieth, and twenty-first century
genocide in an effort to develop awareness and promote
advocacy to speak out against human rights violations.
Students interested in gaining more information about
these events are encouraged to register for the class.
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Course #7053 h World History: Atlantic Mediterranean
World
7094 Psychology
credit 0.5
Grades
9
h
10
h
11
h
12
H
Have you ever wanted to understand what influences
human behavior? Psychology explores topics that are
interesting and relevant to the lives of young adults; attitude formation, influence of the brain, memory,
sleep/dreams, human development, personality, and psychological disorders. Class demonstrations, group experiments, guest speakers, and discussions will give students
an opportunity to see psychology in action.
7093 Sociology
credit 0.5
Grades
9
h
10
h
11
H
12
H
This course provides an introduction to sociology where
students will learn sociological theory and methods
while examining the following topics: society and culture, social institutions, globalization, technology, social
movements, popular culture and current social problems.
Student activities will be centered on collaborative
research, debate, discussion, and content analysis of various media resources. Student-led research projects,
along with film and television analysis are just a few specific examples of activities during the semester. Students
are also encouraged to take the Sociology CLEP exam at
the conclusion of the course for possible college credit.
Grades
7090 U.S. Government & Politics
credit 0.5
Grades
9
h
10
h
11
h
12
H
This course will examine what it means to be a citizen in
the United States as well as the theories and origins
behind our government. We will examine the various
structures of government and ways in which to influence
the political system. Major topics include citizenship and
participation, philosophical basis of our government, the
three branches of government and introduction to civil
liberties.
7189H Hybrid AP Comparative
Government & Politics
7052 & 7053 World History
credit 1
This course covers the history of and interaction between
civilizations that touch the Atlantic Ocean and
Mediterranean Sea from approximately1000 B.C.E. to
the present. It includes, but is not limited to, a study of:
Classical Greece and Rome; early American indigenous
societies; western religions; Islamic civilization in
Middle East North Africa and Spain, imperialism; rise of
nation-states; Renaissance; Reformation; Enlightenment;
Age of Revolutions; Industrial Revolution and the rise of
economic theories; globalism; and the rise of fundamentalist movements.
9
h
10
h
11
H
credit 0.5
12
H
Grades
9
h
10
h
11
H
12
H
per week. This course meets during the regular school
day,
either period 1 or 6. A parent information meeting
Course #7052 h World History: Pacific/Indian Ocean
World
Irondale’s world history program consists of 2 semesterlong courses. Both courses are required for graduation.
These courses may be taken in any order during their junior year.
This course covers the history of and interaction between
civilizations that touch the Pacific and Indian Oceans
from approximately 10,000 B.C.E. to the present. It
includes, but is not limited to, a study of: the Neolithic
Revolution and the development of agricultural based
societies; eastern religions and philosophies; diffusion of
Islam throughout the Pacific/Indian Ocean world; imperialism and neo-imperialism; independence movements;
and the shifting balance of power in the 20th /21st centuries.
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AP Comparative Government and Politics introduces students to the rich diversity of political life outside the
United States. The course uses a comparative approach to
examine the political structures; policies; and the political, economic, and social challenges among six selected
countries: Great Britain, Mexico, Russia, Iran, China,
and Nigeria. Additionally, students examine how different governments solve similar problems by comparing
the effectiveness of approaches to many global issues.
7090H Hybrid U.S. Government & Politics
credit 0.5
Grades
9
h
10
h
11
h
7093H Hybrid Sociology
12
credit 0.5
H
Grades
9
h
10
h
11
H
12
H
per week. This course meets during the regular school
day, either period 1 or 6. A parent information meeting
per week. A parent information meeting will be required
upon registration.
This course will examine what it means to be a citizen in
the United States as well as the theories and origins
behind our government. We will examine the various
structures of government and ways in which to influence
the political system. Major topic include citizenship and
participation, philosophical basis of our government, the
three branches of government and an introduction to civil
liberties.
This is a college-level course and examination offered to
high school students through the College Boards
Advanced Placement Program. This course surveys the
structure and function of American government and politics that begins with an analysis of the foundations of the
American political system and the United States
Constitution. Students study the three branches of government, administrative agencies that support each
process, rules governing elections, political culture, and
the workings of political parties and interest groups. At
the end of the course, students will have the option of
7191H Hybrid AP U.S. Government &
Politics
credit 0.5
Grades
9
h
10
h
11
H
12
H
throughout the week. In class days will be determined for 7078H Hybrid Microeconomics AP
each semester calendar, averaging 2-3 in-class days per credit 0.5
Grades
h9
h10 H11 H12
week. A parent information meeting will be required upon
registration.
This is a college-level course and examination offered to throughout the week. In class days will be determined
high school students through the College Boards for each semester calendar, averaging 2-3 in-class days
Advanced Placement Program. This course surveys the per week at Mounds View High School. This course
structure and function of American government and pol- meets outside of the regular school day, before school
itics that begins with an analysis of the foundations of the (hour 0). A parent information meeting will be required
American political system and the United States upon registration.
Constitution. Students study the three branches of government, administrative agencies that support each Transportation to MVHS is not provided.
process, rules governing elections, political culture, and Students are introduced to the principles of microecothe workings of political parties and interest groups. At nomics. The course explores product markets and conthe end of the course, students will have the option of sumer behavior, with an emphasis on production cost
analysis, marginal cost-marginal benefit analysis, basic
market structures, game theory, factor market decisions,
the effects of taxes, and short- vs. long-run decision making. Students will develop critical thinking skills and the
ability to apply abstract concepts to real-world situations.
Independent reading, quizzes, online discussions, article
analyses and in-person tests are some of the required
assignments to successfully complete this course.
Students will have the opportunity to take the AP exam
for possible college credit in the spring.
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cognition, motivation, development, personality, intelligence, psychological disorders, treatment of disorders,
and social psychology. Students also learn about the
Note: This course will be offered as a hybrid, combining ethics and methods psychologists use in their science and
traditional in-class instruction with online assignments practice.
per week at Mounds View High School. This course 7011H & 7012H Hybrid U.S. History 10
A&B
Grades
h9
H10 h11 h12
A parent information meeting will be required upon reg- credit 1
istration.
Students are introduced to major philosophers of the for each semester calendar, averaging 2-3 in-class days
modern era (after 1500) as well as their major works and per week at Mounds View High School during period 6.
arguments. The Course is designed as a survey course A parent information meeting will be required upon regthat covers a wide range of philosophical thought. The istration.
course explores such topics Metaphysics and
Epistemology (How do we know what reality is?), Ethics Transportation to MVHS is not provided.
(What is moral or what makes a person moral?),
Aesthetics (What is beauty? How do we judge beauty?), A blending of traditional "pertinent facts and informaPolitical Philosophy (What is the best government? Who tion" approach to U.S. history with analysis of historical
should govern?), Religious Philosophy (Can we reconcile events in terms of their impact on shaping America today.
faith and reason?), and Post-Modern Philosophy. It also will incorporate the shift in human geography
Students will develop critical thinking skills and the abil- from all parts of the world into the United States. We will
ity to apply abstract philosophical thought to real-world explore how American geography expanded during this
situations and current events. Independent reading, period of history. We will also explore how it protected
quizzes, online discussions, article analysis, essays and America from many world conflicts in its early years.
in-person tests are some of the required assignments to Emphasis on 1850s-1920s semester I, 1930 to the present.
successfully complete this course.
7086H Hybrid Modern Philosophy
credit 0.5
Grades
9
h
10
h
11
H
12
H
7017H & 7018H Hybrid AP U.S.
HistoryA & B
7096H & 7097H Hybrid AP Psychology
A&B
credit 1
Grades
9
h
10
h
11
H
12
H
traditional in-class instruction with online instruction
and assignments each week. This course meets 1st hour,
on average two days per week at Mounds View High
School. Every effort will be made to accommodate students who are also enrolled in another 1st hour hybrid
course. A parent information meeting will be required
upon registration. However, this course will move at a
more moderate pace, allowing more time to explore topics, experiments and readings in psychology.
The course is designed to introduce students to the systematic and scientific study of the behavior and mental
processes of human beings and other animals. Students
are exposed to the psychological facts, principles and
phenomena associated with each of the major subfields
within psychology, including neuroscience, learning,
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credit 1
Grades
9
h
10
H
11
h
12
h
throughout the week. In-class days will be determined
for each semester calendar, with a minimum of 2 face-toface class days a week at Mounds View High School.
The course meets during the regular school day. On
online class days students are expected to do at least 1
hour of school work a day, in addition to the usual reading homework.
A rigorous survey of U.S. History from the discovery and
settlement of the New World through the present. Heavy
emphasis will be placed upon the interpretation of primary sources and writing in the field of History. This
course is equivalent to a full year introductory college
course. Students will be using a college level textbook in
this course. Students who successfully complete this
course will be prepared to take the corresponding AP
exam, which may earn them college credit.
SPECIAL EDUCATION
8070 & 8071 PREP Work Experience A & B
credit 1
Grades
9
H
10
H
11
H
12
H
Prerequisite:
By referral only.
9063 & 9064 Acquire Skills & Knowledge
(ASK) A & B
12
Prerequisite:
By referral only.
Note; Students must be receiving Special Education
services through the Practical Readiness Education
Program (PREP).
This class is designed for students whose identified area
of disability is on the Autism Spectrum. Students are
provided individualized academic support and direct
instruction of social skills is provided on a small group
basis.
This course provides on the job training in the community
to enable students to explore career interests and skills.
Students work 2-3 class periods in a community job site
with the necessary supports to increase work readiness
skills. Students will be graded and receive elective credit.
9072 & 9073 PREP Plus A & B
8013 & 8014 Life Skills Math A & B
credit 1
credit 1
Grades
Grades
9
H
9
h
10
H
10
H
11
H
11
H
H
credit 1
12
H
Grades
9
H
10
H
11
H
12
H
Prerequisite:
By referral only.
Prerequisite:
By referral only.
Note: Students identified areas of disability for this class Students will increase functional math skills to a more
are Autism Spectrum and PREP (Practical Readiness independent level as measured by individual progress on
IEP goals and objectives. Instruction will take place in
Education Program).
the classroom, kitchen and community as appropriate.
PREP Plus is a course centered on empowering special
education students to improve their academic and interLife Skills Reading A & B
personal communication skills, as well as career aware- 8015 & 8016
credit
1
Grades
H9
H10 H11 H12
ness. Students receiving special education services are
Prerequisite:
paired with trained peer mentors who assist their peers to
By referral only
find their voice, discover their hidden talents and build
meaningful relationships as they collectively participate
in team building activities and service learning projects Students will increase their functional reading and writthroughout the school year.
ing skills to a more independent level as measured by
individual progress on IEP goals and objectives.
Instruction will take place in classroom, kitchen and
community as appropriate.
8068 & 8069 PREP Work Seminar A & B
credit 1
Grades
9
H
10
H
11
H
12
H
Prerequisite:
Case manager of dean referral only
Note: Elective or core credit may be granted
9422 & 9423 Literature Skills A & B
credit 1
Grades
9
h
10
h
11
H
12
H
Prerequisite:
Note: Students must be receiving Special Education
By referral only
services through the Practical Readiness Education
Program (PREP).
This course is designed to help students with understanding and applying basic skills in reading literature.
Prep Work Seminar provides learning experiences for Learning targets include a basic understanding of figurastudents to develop attitudes, knowledge, skills, insights, tive language, themes, and character development. The
and habits allowing for associations between school, course covers a variety of genres and subjects. Students
work, home and in the community. Prep Work Seminar will read novels, short stories, poetry and drama.
includes career awareness, career exploration as well as
providing students with opportunities to learn more
about themselves, their interests, abilities and talents.
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Recreation/Leisure and Emotional and Physical Health.
Students will develop their transition needs/goals
through the following projects: Service learning at a
local preschool, E-Mentoring with local businesses,
guest speakers and college tours. Student will develop a
graduation transition portfolio.
9061 & 9062 Reading Skills A & B
credit 1
Grades
9
H
10
H
11
H
12
H
Prerequisite:
By referral only
This course is designed to help with understanding and
applying basic skills in reading. Activities throughout
the course include vocabulary, reading for comprehension, sequencing events, grammar and language, fact and Study Skills A & B
opinion, and inferences and conclusions.
credit 0.5
Grades
Prerequisite:
By referral only.
9049 & 9050 Social Studies Skills I A & B
credit 1
Grades
9
H
10
h
11
h
9
H
10
H
11
H
12
H
Note: 1 or 2 semesters
12
h
Prerequisite:
By referral only
This class focuses on American history prior to 1850 and
the foundations of U.S. government. This course offers a
smaller class size and encourages students to actively
participate in classroom activities. Themes covered will
be the Constitution, civic responsibility, the three branches of government and political parties. In addition,
American history from early exploration to the Civil War
will be covered. Current events is a component of both
semesters.
Designed for students who need specialized tutoring to
become independent learners. Students earn .5 credit per
class per semester.
9101 & 9102 STRIVE A & B
credit 1
Grades
9
H
10
H
11
h
12
h
Prerequisite:
Case manager or dean referral only.
Note: Elective or core credit may be granted
STRIVE (Succeeding Through Rigorous Instruction &
Vocational Education)
9065 & 9066 Transition Math A & B
Students will have the opportunity to learn life and work
readiness skills by being involved in Knights Delights
Student- Run Coffee Delivery Business serving staff of
Irondale High School. Knights Delights provides stuStudents develop mathematical problem solving skills dents with a real life experience with emphasis in busiusing whole numbers, fractions, percents, rates, ratios, ness marketing and technology, hospitality, customer
proportions and exponents. Students will understand the service and information technology which are what
meanings of mathematical operations and how they relat- employers require to be ready for the future workforce.
ed to one another. Students will use and apply real world
meanings to mathematical situations, including word
problems. Students will also understand the basic princi- 1951 & 1952 Career Experience WEH A & B
ples of algebraic equations including one and two step credit 1
Grades
h9
H10 H11 H12
equations, functions, and the coordinate graph system.
Prerequisite:
Students must be receiving special education services.
credit 1
Grades
9
H
10
H
11
H
12
H
Prerequisite:
Note: Students will be graded and receive elective credit for working part-time in the community (assistance will
be given in finding a suitable work site).
9036 & 9037 Transition Skills A & B
credit 1
Grades
9
h
10
h
11
H
12
H
Prerequisite:
Note: Elective or core credit may be granted.
This class is designed for students who demonstrate
needs in the area of transition. Emphasis is on the transition areas: Home Living, Jobs/Job Training, PostSecondary Options, Community Participation,
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Students will be expected to meet with their work coordinator on a regular basis to provide documentation of
hours worked, review work log, and work related instruction. Work grade will be based on quarterly employer
evaluations. An employment training agreement, on-thejob contract and a work training plan all must be on file
in order to receive work credit.
TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION
1492 & 1493 Principles of Engineering
A&B
credit 0.5
1490 & 1491 Introduction to Engineering
Design A & B
credit 0.5
Grades
9
H
10
H
11
H
Grades
9
h
10
H
11
H
12
H
Prerequisite:
It is recommended that students be concurrently
enrolled in Advanced Algebra.
12
H
Prerequisite:
It is recommended that students have completed Students may earn college credit by completing this
Intermediate or are concurrently enrolled in course and the PLTW exam successfully. POE is
Intermediate Algebra.
designed as a two semester course divided into parts A
and B. Students may register for one or both semesters.
Students may earn college credit by completing this Enrollment in both semesters increases the likelihood
course and the PLTW exam successfully. IED is of earning articulated college credits for this course. To
designed as a two semester course divided into parts A see which colleges have an articulation agreement for
and B. Students may register for one or both semesters. this course, go to the following website and select
Enrollment in both semesters increases the likelihood Irondale High School: ctecreditmn.com2
of earning articulated college credits for this course. To
see which colleges have an articulation agreement for Students registering for 1 semester use Course #1492
this course, go to the following website and select
Irondale High School: ctecreditmn.com.
Students registering for 2 semesters use Course #1492
& #1493
Students registering for 1 semester use Course #1490
This course will help students understand the field of
Students registering for 2 semesters use Course #1490 engineering/engineering technology and covers various
& #1491
technology systems and manufacturing processes. Using
activities, projects and problems, students learn first
Introduction to Engineering Design is an introductory hand how engineers and technicians use math, science
course, which develops student problem-solving skills, and technology in an engineering problem-solving
with emphasis placed upon the concept of developing a process to benefit people. The course also addresses
3-D model or solid rendering of an object. Students concerns about social and political consequences of techfocus on the application of visualization processes and nological change. Principles of Engineering's key contools provided by the use of Autodesk Inventor software. cepts are engineering exploration, communication ad
The course will emphasize the design development documentation, design process, engineering systems, staprocess of a product and how a model of that product is tic's, material testing, engineering for reliability, and
produced, analyzed and evaluated using a design system. kinematics.
Other key concepts include: technical drawing, measurement and statistics, geometric shapes, dimensions and
tolerances, reverse engineering and design problems.
1411 Basic Wood
credit 0.5
Grades H9
H10
H11
H12
The first in a series of classes that explore the world of
wood working. This course covers: machine operation
and SAFETY, wood identification, selection and use of
materials, wood working joints, fasteners and adhesives,
and the proper selection and application of finishes.
Students will learn the basics of cabinet construction
using face frames, rabbet and dado joints, and panel door
construction. Students will be making and taking home a
shelf and a cabinet. Extra credit opportunities may
include speaker boxes, chess boards, small toys, small
clocks, etc.
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1482 & 1483 Advanced Woodworking Cabinetmaking A & B
credit 0.5
Grades
9
h
10
H
11
H
1418 Know Your Car
credit 0.5
12
H
Prerequisite:
Basic Woodworking
Note: Cost for materials will vary depending upon project selection
Grades
9
h
10
H
11
H
12
H
May be taken more than one semester
May be taken more than one semester. Select course
#1485 (in addition to course #1482) only if requesting 2 This course is designed to acquaint the student with opersemesters in same year.
ation and service of automobile systems. Units on shop
Students may earn articulated college credits for this safety, hand tools, auto math and measurement will be
course. To see which colleges have an articulation covered. Also included will be engine operating theory,
agreement for this course, go to the following website fuel systems, electrical systems, braking systems, power
trains, cooling systems, suspension and steering. Each
system will be covered in the classroom followed by
This course offers students an opportunity to expand “hands on” work in the shop. Some of the basic skills
their skills in a variety of woodworking and cabinetmak- taught in this class are oil changes, wire splicing, cooling
ing activities. Some of the units to be covered are: system maintenance, exhaust repair, tire changing and
machine use and SAFETY, planning, material selection, troubleshooting. With the instructors prior permission
calculation of cost, advanced joinery, face frame, door students may work on projects after completing the basic
and drawer construction, laminating and finishing tech- curriculum. This class requires a high degree of student
niques. Students are expected to select a project of their motivation and involvement. The student should try to
choice. Some possibilities include: cabinets, desks, have access to a vehicle for the lab portion of the course.
entertainment centers, dressers, beds, coffee tables, china The student will provide materials for the lab portion of
cabinets, and book shelves. On large projects, students the course.
should sign up for two semesters of advanced woodworking.
1414 Small Engine & Power
credit 0.5
1470 Construction
Grades
9
H
10
H
11
H
12
H
This is a hands-on course, designed for students with
limited experience working on engines. Topics covered
Students may earn articulated college credits for this will include 2 and 4 cycle theory, carburetor, ignition
course. To see which colleges have an articulation lubrication, proper maintenance and repair procedures,
agreement for this course, go to the following website and safety. The first half of the course will be spent with
step-by-step disassembly and assembly of engines furand select Irondale High School: ctecreditmn.com
nished by the school. The second half of the course, students
will be encouraged to bring in their own engine for
This course is designed to provide students with a backmaintenance
and repair.
ground in home and commercial building construction.
The units covered will center around: safety, carpentry,
planning, drawing, building permits, electrical, plumbing, masonry and related occupations. Some of the activities and products will include: garden barn (storage
sheds), lofts, model houses, sawhorses, work benches,
wall sections, dock sections, shop carts, router tables,
electrical wiring, plumbing, and concrete form work.
credit 0.5
Grades
9
h
10
H
11
H
12
H
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WORLD LANGUAGE
1233 & 1234 American Sign Language III
A&B
credit 1
1236 & 1237 American Sign Language I
A&B
credit 1
Grades
9
H
10
H
11
H
9
h
10
H
11
H
10
h
11
H
12
H
12
1238 & 1239 or 1231 & 1232
ARCC College American Sign
Language II A & B or American Sign
Lanuage II A & B
Grades
9
h
H
During the first level of American Sign Language, the
student will develop a foundation of basic vocabulary
and basic grammatical structure. Also, the student will
be introduced to classifiers, numbers, expressions and
emotional variations. Successful completion of the
course will allow the student to converse with deaf individuals at the survival level. In addition, the student will
be expected to demonstrate understanding of the deaf
culture and its relationship to ASL.
credit 1
Grades
Prerequisite:
Completion of ASL I & II with a “C” average.
During the third year of American Sign Language students will review and expand upon previously learned
topics. Their fluency, accuracy and comprehension will
be developed more fully with strong emphasis on nonmanual markers. The student will be able to elaborate in
American Sign Language in formal and informal social
and work situations, develop situational problem-solving,
and develop further fluency with abstract idea. The student will study in more depth of the Deaf Culture and
history. Successful completion of this course will allow
student to converse with Deaf individuals at an intermediate level.
1229 & 1230 American Sign Language IV
credit 1
Grades
9
h
10
h
11
H
12
H
Prerequisite:
Completion of ASL I & II, III with a “B” or better.
12
H
Prerequisite:
Completion of 2 semesters of ASL I with a C or higher
and pass final interview with 70% or higher in ASL I. This course expands on the development of American
Sign Language (ASL) vocabulary and grammar, includStudents taking the Anoka Ramsey Community College
ing the use of two to three character role shifts. Students
option for this course will earn 4 college credits for ASL
learn to describe settings, and explain or discuss every1102, American Sign Language & Culture 4, upon sucday objects and their use, step-by-step processes, cause
cessful completion. This course fulfills the Minnesota
and effect, and culturally related topics related to Deaf
Transfer Curriculum Goal 8: Global Perspective.
Community. Students will continue to refine and expand
their ASL skills in the areas of fluency, accuracy and
credit.
comprehension as developed in previous levels. Students
will develop their abilities to converse at an advanced
During the second level of American Sign Language, the
level with Deaf individuals and have opportunities to use
student will continue to develop vocabulary and gramtheir skills with Deaf individuals in a variety of situamatical structure. The student will work on fluency of
tions. The Deaf culture will be studied extensively.
their receptive and expressive skills in American Sign
Language, and they will also work more in depth on classifiers, use of space, expressions, emotional variations,
and deaf culture idioms. Successful completion of this 1200 & 1201 Chinese I A & B
Grades
H9
H10 H11 H12
course will allow students to converse with deaf individ- credit 1
uals at the basic level. In addition, the student is expected to demonstrate understanding of deaf culture and its Semester 1 - The primary emphasis is on the understanding of pinyin rules, pronunciation, and the development
relationship to ASL.
of basic vocabulary and word usage along with speaking
and listening skills. The secondary emphasis is focused
on the understanding of Chinese character writing.
Students also learn Chinese cultural practices through
out the course.
Semester 2 - Students continue the development of proficiency in listening and speaking. Additional emphasis
is focused on reading and writing skills. Students continue to learn Chinese cultural influences and practices, i.e.
Chinese New Year celebration.
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1202 & 1203 Chinese II A & B
credit 1
Grades
9
H
1206 & 1207 Chinese IV A & B
10
H
11
H
12
credit 1
H
Prerequisite:
Grade of C- or higher in Chinese I A & B.
Semester 1 - Chinese II builds upon the skills acquired in
Chinese I. Emphasis is on interpersonal and presentational communication in both speaking and listening
skills.
Grades
9
H
10
H
11
H
12
H
Chinese IV builds upon the skills acquired in Chinese III.
This course emphasizes interpersonal, interpretive, and
presentational communication through both speaking
and listening activities. Upon successfully completing
this course, students will be able to increase their levels
of language proficiency in speaking, listening, reading,
and writing by engaging in various class activities (e.g.,
role play, writing journals, long poems, and stories).
Students will be expected to read text (in character) without pinyin and to write character in class assignments a
majority of the time throughout this course. Chinese culture learning is incorporated in this course as well.
Semester 2 - Emphasis is on building grammar, reading
and writing skills in addition to continued development
of listening and speaking skills. Students will role play
relevant life situations and will continue to improve
speaking and listening skills. The study of Chinese culture is continued through various cultural topics. The
topics include food, shopping, holidays, and travel.
Students will read novels in English and present book
reports.
1208 & 1209 CIS Chinese (College in the
Schools) A & B
credit 1
Grades
9
h
10
h
11
H
12
H
1204 & 1205 Chinese III A
Prerequisite:
By Teacher Referral Only
Prerequisite:
Chinese II A & B with a grade of C- or better, or Irondale. Upon successful completion students will
earn six college credits. Students must enroll for both
teacher approval
Note: Cost of materials: $5 for workbook or student can college and high school credit.
borrow from the teach and return it at the end of the
school year with no markings.
CIS Chinese is a two semester course that is equivalent to
the first semester of Chinese I language course at the
Chinese III builds onto the skills that were acquired in University of Minnesota, Twin Cities. The course
Chinese II. This course emphasizes interpersonal and emphasizes interpersonal, interpretative, and presentapresentation communication in both speaking and listen- tional communication in both speaking, listening, reading skills. Of topics and expansion, there will be an ing, and writing be engaging in various class activities
increase of language fluency and accuracy. Increased (e.g., role play, writing journals, long poems, and stoemphasis is placed on Chinese grammar, reading, and ries). Students will be expected to read text (in character
writing skills in addition to continues development of lis- without pinyin, and to write character in 90% of class
assignments throughout this course. Chinese culture
tening and speaking skills.
learning is incorporated as well.
More authentic materials such as audio and video clips,
and texts are integrated into the curriculum to provide
students with opportunities to practice situations that 1240 & 1241 French I A & B
native speakers might encounter. Students will role-play credit 1
Grades
H9
H10 H11 H12
real life situations. The study of Chinese culture is
heightened by exploration of different cultural topics.
Semester I - The primary emphasis is on the development
of basic vocabulary and word usage along with speaking
and listening skills. Students learn about French-speaking cultures through such classroom experiences as
films, slides, presentations, guest speakers, discussions,
music, songs, and foods.
credit 1
Grades
9
H
10
H
11
H
12
H
Semester II - Students continue the development of proficiency in listening and speaking. Additional emphasis
is on the development of reading and writing skills.
There are continued experiences with French culture and
awareness of French influence throughout the world.
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1242 & 1243 French II A & B
credit 1
Grades
9
H
1220 & 1221 AP French A & B
10
H
11
H
12
credit 1
H
Grades
9
H
10
H
11
H
12
H
Prerequisite:
Prerequisite:
Successful completion of the appropriate previous levSuccessful completion of a full year of French I A &
els of French with a grade of B or better, or instructor’s
B with a grade of C- or better recommended.
permission.
Semester I French II builds upon the skills acquired in
French I. Emphasis is on interpersonal communication. This class is appropriate for highly motivated students
who have excelled in their previous years of studying
Semester II Increased emphasis is placed on English and French. The majority of class time will be conducted in
French grammar, and reading and writing skills in addi- French, and students will be expected to stay in the target
language. This is a college level course designed to ametion to continued development of listening and speaking liorate proficiency in the four modes of communication:
skills. The study of French culture is heightened by reading, writing, speaking, and listening.
exploration of cultural topics.
We will explore various topics, including education in
Francophone countries, cultural stereotypes, government
1244 & 1245 French III A & B
structures, Francophone history, and current affairs in the
Francophone World.
Grades
credit 1
H9
H10 H11 H12
Prerequisite:
Students will be required to complete daily work, a biFrench II A & B with a grade of C- or better
weekly essay, and give presentations on various subjects
Semester I Students will review second year material. explored in class.
More emphasis on English and French grammar and
reading and writing skills will be stressed. The French
1284H & 1285H Hybrid AP French A & B
culture will be an important part of the learning.
credit 1
Grades
9
h
10
h
11
H
12
H
Semester II Emphasis is on building confidence and Prerequisite:
Successful completion of level 4 French with a grade of
facility in reading and speaking. Instruction in vocabuB- or better, or a summer project after having completlary, grammar, and writing skills will be given. Written
ed level 3 with a grade of B + or better, or the instruccompositions are required. Learning about French
tor’s permission.
speaking cultures is continued.
credit 1
Grades
H9
H10 H11 H12
throughout the week. In-class days will be determined for
Prerequisite:
each semester calendar, averaging 1-2 in-class days per
Successful completion of the appropriate previous lev- week. Days and times for this class to be determined.
els of French with a grade of C+ or better, or instruc- Students will need to provide their own transportation if
tors permission
class is held outside the regular school day. A parent
information meeting will be required upon registration.
This class is designed to help students improve their
skills in reading, writing, and speaking French. We will Transportation to MVHS is not provided.
explore various topics including education in
Francophone countries, cultural stereotypes, governmen- This class is an online/independent study course that will
tal structures, Francophone history, and current affairs of emphasize comprehension of authentic written and spoken French sources on the Internet and in print. By sucthe Francophone world.
cessfully completing this course, students will be able to
Grammar will be reviewed at an accelerated pace, but compare, in both written and spoken forms, the products,
strong emphasis will be on improving communication perspectives, and practices of the French-speaking culskills (oral and written) and comprehension of written tures to their own culture. Advanced concepts relating to
complex sentence structure will also be taught. Students
and spoken materials.
who successfully complete this course should be prepared to pass the French Language Advanced Placement
exam, which may earn them college credit.
1246 & 1247 French IV A & B
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1258 & 1259 German IV with AP Option
A&B
1250 & 1251 German I A & B
credit 1
Grades
9
H
10
H
11
H
12
H
credit 1
Willkommen! German I is a very interactive course with
emphasis on developing listening comprehension and
speaking proficiency. Communicative activities are
developed along thematic lines such as school, family,
sports, hobbies, foods, clothing, and festivals. Basic
grammatical topics and cultural information are woven
into the class and the students experience a wide variety
of music. A significant geography project covering all
German speaking countries will be part of the curriculum. By year end students will be able to ask and answer
questions in a typical “getting to know you” conversation
with fluency and confidence.
1252 & 1253 German II A & B
credit 1
Grades
9
H
10
H
11
H
10
H
12
H
Students in German IV will expand their reading, writing, listening, speaking, and pronunciation skills.
Authentic materials such as newspapers, magazines, literacy works, texts, videos and Internet sources are incorporated to practice situations that native speakers might
encounter. Other readings will include a radio mystery
play and a short novel. Students will also create dialogs
related to stories read in class and perform them for
classmates. Students may choose to take the AP exam in
the spring.
1260 & 1261 Spanish I A & B
1256 & 1257 German III A & B
9
11
H
Prerequisite:
Recommendation: Grade C- or higher in German III
A & B.
credit 1
H
10
H
12
German II students will expand upon the basics of Level
I and express themselves at a higher level of proficiency
through increased knowledge of vocabulary, grammar,
and culture. Students will role play relevant life situations and will improve speaking and listening skills
through daily conversations. Topics include travel,
weather, household chores, food, shopping, holidays,
teen life, music, and more. Grammatical elements of
past tense, dative case and word order issues will be thoroughly covered. Students will also read at least two
novellas and will develop projects based on the stories.
Grades
9
H
H
Prerequisite:
Grade of C- or higher in German I A & B.
credit 1
Grades
11
H
12
H
Prerequisite:
Grade of C- or higher in German II.
This course will enable German III students to review
and expand previously learned topics, functions, and
vocabulary in order to increase their fluency and accuracy of language structures. More authentic materials such
as magazine articles, audio and video clips, and texts are
integrated into the curriculum to provide students with
opportunities to practice situations that native speakers
might encounter. Students will give and follow directions, engage in sustained conversations, study a radio
play, read a short novel, and write summaries of selected
texts and create and perform dialogs for classmates.
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Grades
9
H
10
H
11
H
12
H
Prerequisite:
Students who have successfully completed the District
621 middle school program will be automatically registered for Spanish II unless another language or no
language is selected.
Welcome to Spanish! Get an introduction to the language
and culture of the Spanish-speaking world, stressing the
ability to ask for and give information and to describe situations in Spanish. The student will learn how to pronounce Spanish correctly and learn useful expressions
for basic communication. You will be able to communicate in a variety of situations such as meeting others,
being at school, shopping for clothing and food, ordering
in a restaurant and other basic level situations. Develop
skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing and
increase your awareness of Hispanic culture.
1284 & 1285 Spanish II A & B
credit 1
Grades
9
H
10
H
11
H
12
H
Prerequisite:
Students who are transferring into the district should
have a foundational knowledge of basic verb conjugation in order to register for this course.
This course is a continuation of the development and
improvement of speaking, listening, reading, and writing
skills. A variety of activities are provided to help students
further develop their proficiency skills. Students are provided with an increased amount of reading and writing
practice. In addition, students increase the number and
variety of situations in which they can communicate.
Students will learn and practice the past tense extensively at this level.
1264 & 1265 Spanish III A & B
credit 1
Grades
9
h
10
H
11
H
12
H
Prerequisite:
Students who are transferring into the district should
have a foundational knowledge of the present and past
tenses in Spanish in order to register for level III.
tices of the Spanish-speaking cultures to their own. By
the end of the course, students will have an expansive
vocabulary, and a solid working knowledge of all verb
forms and tenses. The equivalent of a college level language and culture course AP Spanish Language and
Culture prepares students for the AP exam and for further
study of Spanish language, culture, or literature. The student who receives an AP grade of 3, 4, or 5 on the AP
exam has mastered – to a degree commensurate with the
AP grade- the skills and knowledge required to receive
credit for an advanced level college or university Spanish
language course.
This course is specifically designed for sophomores who
have completed Spanish 2. Language proficiencies are
further developed in the area of listening, speaking, reading and writing. Students are provided with an introduction to the course in the form of a complete review of
material taught in the beginning levels as a bridge to level
3 content which include the ability to now communicate
in more complex and abstract situations. Students are 1294 & 1295 Spanish V A & B
Grades
h9
h10
encouraged to use Spanish in their daily lives, both in and credit 1
out of the classroom setting. Students will be prepared to Prerequisite:
take Spanish IV upon completion of this course.
Successful compleion of Spanish IV.
11
H
12
H
This course will synthesize the language skills that have
been learned in previous levels. The Spanish language
1266 & 1267 Spanish IV A & B
will be used to focus on the culture, literature, and films
credit 1
Grades h9
h10
H11
H12
of the Spanish-speaking world. The class will be conPrerequisite:
Recommendation of C- or higher in Spanish III. ducted in Spanish and is for students that commit to
Students who are transferring into the district should speak the language in class. Spanish V is intended for
have had at least 525 classroom hours of Spanish students that have successfully completed either Spanish
IV or AP Spanish.
instruction in order to register for level IV.
This is an intermediate to advanced intermediate course
which places an emphasis on continuing to improve lan- 1273H & 1274H Hybrid AP Spanish A & B
guage proficiency in the areas of interpersonal, interpre- credit 1
Grades
h9
h10 H11 H12
tive and presentational communication. This course is Prerequisite:
designed to provide students with more in-depth and
B or higher in Spanish III or by instructor approval.
challenging assignments. This course is designed to help
This class is appropriate for students who excelled in
students be prepared for the Spanish Language and
their Spanish 3 class and are highly motivated to conCulture Advanced Placement course.
tinue their Spanish studies at an accelerated pace.
Students should excel at understanding both spoken
and written Spanish.
1268 & 1269 AP Spanish A & B
Note: Students will attend class two hours a week during
first or sixth hour for discussion groups while completing
Note: Students enrolled as an AP student are required to the other requirements for the class online or through
independent study. Course requirements will be
complete the summer Spanish AP project.
explained in an orientation meeting that all students and
The AP Spanish Language and Culture Course is an their parents will be required to attend.
intensive course in advanced Spanish. This course will
be conducted in Spanish. Students are encouraged to use Transportation to MVHS is not provided.
Spanish in their daily lives, both in and out of the classroom setting. Students that are enrolled in this course This course will be conducted in Spanish. The class is an
practice perfecting their Spanish listening, speaking, online/independent study course that will emphasize
reading and writing skills. They study vocabulary, gram- comprehension of authentic written and spoken Spanish
mar, and cultural aspects of the language and then apply sources on the Internet and in print. Students will be
what they have learned in extensive written and spoken asked to compare in written and spoken form the prodexercises. This course will emphasize the comprehension ucts, perspectives, and practices of the Spanish-speaking
of authentic Spanish sources with an emphasis on the culture to our own. Advanced concepts relating to comability to compare the products, perspectives and prac plex sentence structure will also be taught.
60
credit 1
Grades
9
h
10
h
11
H
12
H
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NOTES
NOTES
ACTIVITIES
Colorguard
Dance Club (Fall)
DECA
Diversity Clubs
Drama
Earth Corp
Economics Club
Educators Rising
Marching Band
Math Team
Mock Trial
Model U.N.
Music – Band, Choir, Orchestra
National Honor Society
Newspaper
Ninth Grade Mentors
Quiz Bowl
Robotics Team
Speech
Student Council
Winter Drumline
Yearbook
ATHLETICS
Adapted Athletics (soccer, hockey, softball)
Baseball
Basketball (B & G)
Cross Country (B & G)
Dance Team (Winter)
Football
Golf (B & G)
Gymnastics (G)
Hockey (B & G)
Lacrosse (B & G)
Skiing – Nordic (B & G)
Skiing – Alpine (B & G)
Soccer (B & G)
Softball
Swimming (B & G)
Tennis (B & G)
Track (B & G)
Volleyball (G)
Wrestling
All students are urged to participate in co-curricular and/or extra-curricular activities each year.
These activities offer students an opportunity to improve their skill in leadership, cooperation,
initiative, sportsmanship, use of leisure time and to make new friends.

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