SKYVIEW JUNIOR HIGH
2016-2017 9th GRADE COURSE CATALOG
“The Class of 2020”
Table of Contents:
Required Courses: English………………………………………………………………………………..……………….…………………………………..…...……...…1
Required Courses: History, Science ……..……………………………………………….………………..……………..……………………………….……..……...2
Required Courses: Math ……………………………..……………………………………….…………………………..……………………………………….….…...…3
Required Courses: Health & Fitness, Art……..………………………………………….………..………………………..…………………………….…..…..…...4
Electives: Art, Drama, Music …………………………………………………...……………………………………….………………………………………...……..…5
Electives: Technology/Occupational Education……………..…………………………………………………………………….……….….……...……..….....6
Electives: Additional Elective Courses…………………………………………………..…………………………….……….….……...……………………...….....7
Electives: World Languages …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….…………………………..8
Special Education Information ………………………………………………………………………………….….………………………………………….…...... …9
High School Graduation Requirements …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….…..10-12
CADR Requirements (College Academic Distribution Requirements)……… …………….……………………………………………………….13-14
REQUIRED COURSES
ENGLISH
MID LEVEL ENGLISH 9 SPM900 Yearlong Class. Prerequisite: Individualized Education Plan (IEP). IEP Teacher Permission required.
Mid-Level English is exclusively for students in special education. This class is designed for students with significant academic delays and possible cognitive and adaptive skill delays. This class is meant to replace the core content classes in Language Arts, English 9. Students access an alternative curriculum and a smaller class in order to gain knowledge and skills.
LEARNING CENTER (LC) ENGLISH 9 SPL100 Yearlong class. Prerequisite: Individualized Education Plan (IEP). IEP Teacher Permission required.
Learning Center English is exclusively for students in special education. Learning Center English replaces English 9, the general education core content class in Language Arts. Learning Center English has combinations of altered content knowledge, conceptual difficulty, educational goals and instructional methods different than those applied in general education English 9. This class has a special education course code.
ENGLISH 9 ENG100 Yearlong Class
The junior high E/LA curriculum develops reading, composition, and speaking skills. 9th grade course materials center on the theme of Coming of Age. Using Advanced Placement (AP) strategies, students are taught to analyze complex fiction and nonfiction from a variety of genres, including longer literary studies of a novel and a Shakespearean play. The curriculum includes composition skills responding to AP style writing prompts. Students actively participate in text-based class discussions and study vocabulary to enhance their writing, reading, and speaking skills. Each unit culminates in two comprehensive Embedded Assessments.
PRE AP/IB ENGLISH 9 ENG155 Yearlong Class.
Prior enrollment in Challenge E/LA Arts 7 and/or Challenge E/LA 8 is not a prerequisite. Students may register for this course through the Informed Self-Select process.
In addition to the 9th Grade English course description above, students taking this course must exhibit strong writing skills, have excellent reading comprehension, and be self-motivated in completing class work. The Pre AP/IB 9 E/LA class may move at a faster pace and include additional novels to be read independently by the student.
Enrollment in Challenge English/Language Arts 9 includes a summer reading and journal assignment that provides a baseline of each student’s independent ability to analyze text.
Note: Students who enroll by choice in an advanced E/LA class do so with the understanding that novels will be more sophisticated and will be read at a higher level of maturity than novels in the general education English course. Alternate reading assignments are not provided for students enrolled in these choice English courses.
SOCIAL STUDIES
WORLD HISTORY SSW125 Yearlong Class
Students will explore and analyze world events in this survey course spanning 1450-to the present. Major units of study include: Global expansion, the Age of Revolutions, international conflicts, the emergence and development of new nations, and the economic, technological, political, social, and geographic causes of change. These topics will be explored through the use of textbooks, primary source documents, scholarly readings, speeches, short stories, and political cartoons. The goal of the World History course is to prepare students to participate in a pluralistic, democratic society through understanding multiple perspectives, respecting various cultures, and recognizing their role in a global economy. 9th graders will complete the 9th grade Social Studies Classroom Based Assessment (CBA) in the Spring.
This course addresses the Common Core State Standards for History, prepares students for the Smarter Balanced State Assessments, and establishes the skills necessary for a successful progression of learning to the next grade level of Social Studies course work.
PRE AP/IB WORLD HISTORY SSW255 Yearlong Class
This course is a self-select course for ninth grade students. Prior enrollment in 8th grade Challenge U.S. History is not required.
In addition to the World History description above, students in the Pre-AP/IB World History class will explore and analyze world events in this survey course spanning 1450-to the present through the use of instructional strategies aligned with the International Baccalaureate and Advanced Placement programs.
This course requires a high level of reading, writing, listening, discussing and critical thinking skills. Students must have strengths in these skills and be self-motivated to meet the high expectations of this class.Completion of a summer Current World Events project is required. Ninth graders will complete the ninth grade social studies Classroom Based Assessment (CBA) in the Spring.
SCIENCE
PHYSICAL SCIENCE SCP110 Yearlong Class
Physical Science is a course that fulfills one year of the Washington State High School graduation requirements for laboratory science. Students will engage in hands-on activities using technology and “Science and Engineering Practices” from the new state standards to conduct investigations and to become more skillful in using lab equipment, problem solving, critical thinking, and the methods of science investigations. Students will be introduced to the basic concepts and principles of physics and chemistry as they apply to the world around them. Topics will include: force and motion, Newton’s laws, gravity, waves, properties of light, thermal energy, heat transfer, atomic structure, elements, the periodic table, chemical bonding, chemical reactions, conservation of mass and matter, nuclear reactions, and environmental issues pertaining to sustainable energy.
PRE AP/IB PHYSICAL SCIENCE SCPS Yearlong Class
In addition to the Grade 9 Physical Science course description above, students taking this course must exhibit strong mathematical, verbal, and writing ability, and be self-motivated in completing class work. The Pre-AP/IB Physical Science Grade 9 class may move at a faster pace and level of complexity, and include work to be completed independently by the student.
MATH
MID LEVEL MATH 9 SPC820 Yearlong Class
Prerequisite: Individualized Education Plan (IEP). IEP Teacher Permission required.
Mid-Level Math is exclusively for students in special education. This class is designed for students with significant academic delays and possible cognitive and adaptive skill delays. This class is meant to replace the core content classes in 9th grade Math. Students access an alternative curriculum and a smaller class in order to gain knowledge and skills.
LEARNING CENTER (LC) MATH 9 SPL130 Yearlong Class
Prerequisite: Individualized Education Plan (IEP) and IEP Teacher permission.
Learning Center Math is exclusively for students in special education. Learning Center Math replaces Algebra, the general education core content class in Math. Learning Center math has combinations of altered content knowledge, conceptual difficulty, educational goals and instructional methods different than those applied in general education Math. This class has a special education course code.
ALGEBRA 1 MAL100 Yearlong Class
Equipment: A scientific calculator is required. The Texas Instrument TI-83 or TI-84 family of graphing calculators is strongly recommended.
This is the first course in the high school math sequence and addresses the Common Core State Standards for high school mathematics. This course expands on the students understanding of using arithmetic operations and properties to include the symbolic language of algebra. Students will formalize their understanding of functions with a focus on linear functions and quadratic functions. Students will also explore absolute value functions, piecewise-defined functions, and exponential functions. Other topics that will be studied are writing equations to model linear equations, solving systems of linear equations and inequalities, solving quadratic equations with real roots, exponent laws and properties, arithmetic and geometric sequences, and data analysis. Students in this course will take the state Algebra End of Course Exam to meet district and state graduation requirements.
GEOMETRY MGE100 Yearlong Class. Prerequisite: Algebra 1
Prerequisite: Algebra 1
Recommendation: “B” or better in Algebra 1
Equipment: A scientific calculator is required. The Texas Instrument TI-83 or TI-84 family of graphing calculators is strongly recommended.
This course is the second math course in the high school math sequence, following Algebra 1, and addresses the Common Core State Standards for high school mathematics. Students will formalize their reasoning skills to write proofs built on definitions, axioms, and theorems. Students will study parallel and perpendicular lines, triangle properties, quadrilateral properties, and properties of other polygons and circles. Other topics that will be studied are similar and congruent figures, right triangle trigonometry, coordinate geometry, geometric transformations, area, surface area and volume of three-dimensional figures. Students in this course who have not yet passed the Algebra End of Course exam may take the state Geometry End of Course Exam to meet district and state graduation requirements.
ALGEBRA II/TRIGONOMETRY MAL180 Yearlong Class. Prerequisite: Algebra 1, Geometry
Equipment: The Texas Instrument TI-83 or TI-84 family of graphing calculators is required.
Students need to be highly motivated as this course is designed for a student preparing to complete AP Prep/IB/College in the High School Pre-Calculus Course. Students will be expand their understanding of number systems to include complex numbers and will grow more proficient in their use of algebraic techniques. This course focuses on the study of functions: Linear, quadratic, exponential, logarithmic, square root, cubic, and those involving inverse variation. Students will study periodic and trigonometric functions. Other topics that will be studied are combinations and permutations, probability, the binomial theorem, calculate and interpret measures of variability, and geometric and arithmetic series. Following successful completion of this course, students will take AP, IB, or College in the High School Pre-Calculus as the next course in their math sequence. Students may be bussed to Bothell High School to take this class during 1st period, resulting in an earlier start to their school day.
ELECTIVE COURSES/CATEGORIES
HEALTH & FITNESS
LIFE FITNESS 9 PLF200 Semester Class
This class is designed to educate students on the importance of fitness and nutrition in order to maintain an active and healthy lifestyle. During this class, students will not only be involved in a wide variety of physical activities but will also focus on the components of fitness, nutrition and to learn to understand the significant effect of lifestyle on one’s health and fitness. Students who earn credit in this course will have met the .5 Life Fitness (HF1) graduation requirement. This class cannot be repeated.
PE TEAM SPORTS/RACQUET SPORTS AND RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES PTS100 Semester Class
This course will emphasize having fun while learning the skills to participate in a variety of activities. The activities may include but are not limited to: Soccer, Pickleball, Tennis, Volleyball, Basketball, Lacrosse, Badminton, Softball, Dance, Wrestling, Track, Disc Sports, Cricket and Orienteering. Curriculum may vary depending on facility space. This .5 credit course satisfies a Fitness/PE (HF2) activity high school diploma requirement.
PE YOGA/PILATES AND MORE PYP100 Semester Class
Students will participate in specific yoga/Pilates and other activities, which may include breathing techniques and variations of yoga/Pilates poses designed to build strength and increase flexibility. The ultimate goal of this class is to develop a practical understanding of how to use yoga and Pilates and other activities to maximize your innate flexibility and strength, while protecting your body through life. We will discuss the various aspects of yoga/Pilates and other activities; however, a large majority of class time will be spent practicing presented material. This .5 credit course satisfies a Fitness/PE (HF2) activity high school diploma requirement.
PE WEIGHT TRAINING/ATHLETIC CONDITIONING AND FITNESS GAMES PWT100 Semester Class
This course is designed to allow students the opportunity to combine cardiovascular exercise with resistance training to improve their overall fitness. Current information on nutrition, training techniques, and workout programs will be provided throughout the semester. The main focus of the class is weight training and cardiovascular training, designed to meet the specific goals of the individual (i.e., muscle tone, strength gain, reduction in body fat). Each student will be able to design a personalized exercise regimen to improve overall wellness by the completion of this course. This .5 credit course satisfies a Fitness/PE (HF2) activity high school diploma requirement.
ART
DRAWING / DESIGN ADD100 Semester Class. No Prerequisite required. This course is required as a prerequisite for several Bothell High School Art courses.
The Drawing and Design course is the prerequisite for other Bothell High School art courses.
This course teaches students basic drawing, painting and collage skills and introduces them to the basic elements and principles of design used by professional artists and designers, such as color, pattern, texture, proportion, perspective, shading, 3D effects, depth cueing, etc. Projects are based on distinctive historical art movements and include paintings, cut-paper collages, scratch art, CD designs, sketchbooks, children’s book illustrations, etc. A $15 art fee per semester will allow the student to keep the projects they make in class. This .5 credit course satisfies half of a Fine Arts (FA) high school diploma requirement.
INTERMEDIATE ART AIA100 Semester Class. Prerequisite required, Drawing/Design or Teacher Permission to take this course.
Continuation of Drawing and Design for those who desire a yearlong art experience. Students continue to perfect their drawing, painting and design skills. They learn more complex elements and principles of color, shading and design. Projects include paintings, collages, sketchbooks, abstraction, social action posters, amusement park designs, individualistic portraits, etc. A $15 art fee per semester will allow the student to keep the projects they make in class. This .5 credit course satisfies half of a Fine Arts (FA) high school diploma requirement.
DRAMA
DRAMA 9DRA100 Semester Class. No Prerequisite required
Drama (introduction to acting) this class covers creative and improvisational work, monologues, and scene memorization, with units in voice, diction, and physical stage movement. Students critique performances and evaluate literacy worth of materials studied and performed. Individuals are considered separately, but ninety percent of the work is group-oriented. Drama 1 may be repeated for a second semester.This .5 credit course satisfies a Visual and/or Performing Arts (FA) high school diploma requirement.