Transcript Marina High School Freshman Guide - Marina Guidance

Marina High School
Freshman Guide
Table of Contents
Contacts and General Information
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Graduation Requirements
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UC and CSU Minimum Admission Requirements and Honors Considerations
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Schedule Change Request Policies and Course Petitions
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Core Course Offerings by Department
English/Reading
Mathematics
Physical Education/Athletics
Science
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Elective Course Offerings by Department
Business
Consumer & Family Studies
History/Social Studies
Non-Departmental
Performing Arts
Visual Arts
World Languages
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Programs and Student Services
ASB and Clubs
Special Education Services
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Preregistration Guidelines
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Preregistration Worksheet
Marina High School Contacts
15871 Springdale St.
Huntington Beach, CA 92649
Phone 714-893-6571
Fax 714-892-7855
Marina web site- http://www.marinavikings.org
Marina Guidance web site- http://www.marinaguidance.weebly.com
Paul Morrow- [email protected]
Principal
Dr. Robert Rasmussen - [email protected]
T.O.S.A. of Guidance
Deborah Felten (A-G)- [email protected]
Debborah Stocks (H-O)- [email protected]
Wanda Shobeiri (P-Z)- [email protected]
Guidance Specialists
Diana [email protected]
School Academic Counselor
Jessie Marion- [email protected]
Assistant Principal of Curriculum
Kevin Fairman- [email protected]
Assistant Principal of Activities
Marc Trocchio- [email protected]
Assistant Principal of Supervision
Michelle Spencer- [email protected]
Samantha Sears- [email protected]
Athletic Directors
Tom Mushaney- [email protected]
School Psychologist (Special Education)
Lynne Tubbs- [email protected]
Registrar(transcripts/report cards)
Jodi Keidel- [email protected]
Student Support Psychologist
The entire Marina High School Staff welcomes you for the 2014-2015 school year.
We hope this information will assist you in selecting the best courses for a
successful freshman school year and beyond. Many factors should be considered
when beginning your academic high school career. Students and parents should
be motivated and expected to be placed in college and career ready courses. The
Marina High School community further encourages athletic and extracurricular
involvement and hopes those endeavors enhance the Viking experience!
This power presentation provides information on: graduation requirements, suggested college
preparatory coursework and Marina High School course offerings by department. As students make
their course selections each year, they should consider diploma requirements, college preparation
requirements and post-high school education and career goals.
Each semester, a transcript of the student’s current and former grades is sent home. Transcripts are also
available on the Student/Parent Portal. A HBUHSD Planning Guide is provided in every registration
packet students receive in August. Parents and students are encouraged to review transcripts, in
conjunction with the planning guide and a student’s 4-year education plan, to ensure alignment with
graduation requirements and college/university admissions requirements. A rigorous pattern of
academic coursework is important for students planning admission to a competitive major field of
student and/or to competitive universities.
A high school diploma will be granted only to those students who complete all of the Huntington Beach
Union High School District graduation requirements and pass the California High School Exit Exam
(CAHSEE). Graduation requirements are established by the Huntington Beach Union High School District
Board of Trustees and may change throughout a student’s four years in high school.
Visit the Marina High School web site at www.marinavikings.org to find out updated information
regarding the school and its activities, teacher course descriptions and staff contacts. For updated
Guidance information, visit www.marinaguidance.weebly.com or click on Guidance under the Student
tab at the Marina web site. For grades, attendance, credits and testing information or to contact your
student’s teacher(s) directly, use the Student/Parent Portal. The link to the portal is available on
Marina’s web site. Incoming freshman password information will be sent home the week that school
begins and will also be available on all progress/report cards that are sent home throughout the year.
HBUHSD GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
Total Credits Required- 220
Required Courses
(One year=10 credits/One semester= 5 credits)
English- 4 years/40 credits
World History- 1 yr./10 credits
U.S. History- 1 yr./10 credits
U.S. Government- ½ yr./5 credits
Economics- ½ yr./5 credits
Advanced Mathematics- 1yr./10 credits
Mathematics- 2yrs./20 credits
Physical Science- 1yr./10 credits
Life Science- 1yr./10 credits
Physical Education- 2yrs./20 credits
Health- ½ yr./5 credits
World Language/Visual-Performing Art/Career Technical Education- 1yr./10 credits
Electives- 65 credits
Pass the California High School Exit Exam (CAHSEE)
Complete 4 years of high school
University of California and California State University
“a-g” Subject Area Requirements for Freshman Admissions
The following course work at Marina High School fulfills the minimum subject requirements for
California public university admissions
Students must pass the following subjects with a ‘C’ or better in order to meet the requirement.
A ‘D’ in a weighted Honors or Advanced Placement course does not count.
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b.
c.
d.
e.
f.
History
English
Mathematics
Lab Science
World Language
Visual/Performing Art
2yrs.
4yrs.
3yrs.
2yrs.
2yrs.
1yr.
(World History, U.S. History, World Geography)
(CP English 1,2,3,4, CP Honors English 1,2, AP English 3,4)
(Min. level completed; Algebra 2 or 2/Trig., 4yrs. Rec.)
(Rec. Biology, Chemistry and/or Physics. 3yrs. Rec.)
(Must be same language, 3yrs. Rec.)
(Art, Ceramics, Animation, Commercial Art, Multimedia
Communications Design, Environmental Design, Theatre,
ROP Visual Imagery, ROP Computer Graphics, Chorus,
Orchestra, AP Art History, Jazz Band, Instrumental Band,
Music Theory/AP, Advance Music Honors (Orchestra,
Chorus, Band), Digital Cinema Theory/Production
g. Academic Elective
1yr.
(Refer to UC Certified course list at web site below)
Refer to https://doorways.ucop.edu/list & www.csumentor for more detailed information
Any Student Considering Honors or Advanced Placement
courses, should exhibit the following characteristics:
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A willingness and desire to learn,
The ability to learn quickly and easily and have good time management,
The ability to stay on task and not get easily distracted from school work,
Demonstrates skills in abstract thinking (make generalizations, perceive cause and
effect, recognize relationships, and draw conclusions from evidence,
Ability to write well and support arguments and factual data,
Work well with others, independently and follow directions,
The ability to complete a variety of multi-subject assignments at the same time,
Communicate effectively both in writing and verbally,
The ability to approach new ideas and problems from many perspectives and to be
tolerant of different points of view,
Excellent attendance and a healthy social and emotional well being,
Complete assignments on time and be ready to do more than what is expected in
regular classes,
Enjoy reading and read more than what is expected in class,
The ability to locate information from a variety of sources,
Work well with peers and adults,
Be computer literate and have access to computers for assignments,
SCHEDULING CHANGE POLICIES
Student and parent requests for schedule changes: Accommodating student requests for schedule changes is
limited by seat availability and master scheduling conflicts. Schedule change requests should only be made due to
scheduling errors, and adding/dropping a sport. We can not accommodate requests for specific teachers or class
periods.
Schedule planning and course pre-registration occurs in the spring prior to the next school year:
Final adjustments should be made by June. There are limited options for changes available during August
registration and after school begins. Students may also make requests in December/January to revise a schedule
for 2nd semester. It is presumed by the third week of a semester, that a student has been properly placed and
should expect to remain in that class for the remainder of the semester. Per HBUHSD Board policy, no courses
shall be dropped to avoid a poor letter grade on a transcript. If a teacher determines that a student is misplaced
after the third week, the teacher may initiate a recommended change up until the ninth week of the semester.
However, changes will not be made because of poor performance, motivation or poor attendance. Prior grades
and assessments will be reviewed to make this determination.
Students requesting to drop a College Prep, Honors, Advance Placement or Academic Elective:
Students must have written parent approval before they drop or change these classes. Requests must be
received prior to the start of school year or at the end of the first semester for a 2nd semester schedule. This may
apply more importantly in the upper grades since these decisions may negatively impact college admissions
requirements and the HBUHSD Scholar Recognition Program. It is highly recommended that students drop an
Honors, Advance Placement or academic elective for the next semester if they are earning a low “D” or “F” grade
in the current semester.
Students can use the COURSE PETITION form to be considered for a class in which they do not meet
the prerequisites. Course petitions will be accepted until June 6, 2014 and on a limited basis
during August registration. They will be reviewed by administration and the Guidance Department in
June and in August before school starts. Course petitions will be granted contingent on space
availability and prioritized according to grades if the amount of petitions exceeds the seats available
for that particular subject. THERE IS NO GUARANTEE THAT A PETITION WILL BE GRANTED.
CORE COURSES
*English
Prerequisites
*CP English 1
*CP English Honors 1
None
7th grade ELA scores: Proficient or Adv.(375),
8th gr. Teacher Rec., and current English grade
of “B” or better
*CP English and *CP English Honors 1 are challenging year-long courses that emphasize critical thinking. They are literature-based
courses that introduce the basic literary genres through representative works and authors. The curriculum of these course reflects an
integration of writing and vocabulary found in the context of the literature, speaking and listening, and library research skills. In
addition, the curriculum emphasizes the critical thinking skills of evaluation, interpretation, reflection, reporting information, and the
skills necessary for recognizing problem-solving for controversy and for being able to speculate both in level of difficulty and in
quantity of homework.
English LEP 1,2,3 & ELD 1,2,3
CELDT Language Assessment
English LEP 1,2,3 and ELD 1,2,3 is a program for students whose English writing and reading skills are not yet fluent. Reading and
writing are introduced through language and language experience approaches. The course content provides comprehensible input
through meaningful and interactive, task-centered activities. A literature strand is included to facilitate access to core English
curriculum. This is a 2 hour block of instruction available in 3 different levels.
Reading Program
Language C and/or D
Developmental Reading I or “Read 180”
Developmental Reading II
Reading below 4.5 grade level
Reading from 4.5-7th grade level
Dev. Reading I or “Read 180” teacher rec.
The language program helps students gain the fundamentals of reading such as developing phonemic awareness and decoding
skills. Students will strengthen their ability to spell, read more quickly, build vocabulary and write full sentences and paragraphs. The
reading program incorporates may different strategies to help students read at grade level. Some strategies include independent
reading, reading comprehension tests, and emphasis on test-taking strategies. These course have been instrumental in helping
students prepare for important assessments such as the California High School Exit Exam (CAHSEE). Reading courses are electives
and do not meet the English requirement for freshman students.
MATHEMATICS
PREREQUISITES
Algebra Prep
HBUHSD Algebra Placement Score: 0-40 or
Teacher Recommendation or Pre-Algebra
With low grade
st
Algebra Prep is the 1 semester of a 2 semester Algebra program. The course is designed for students that have a had a history of math
difficulty. It is intended that through a focused curriculum, flexible grading and differentiated instruction, students will gain confidence and
proficiency in foundation skills as well as initial Algebra Standards.
*Algebra 1
HBUHSD Algebra Placement Score: 36 or
above or a score of less than 42 on the
HBUHSD Geometry Placement Exam
Algebra 1 is the 1st semester of a 2 semester Algebra program. It is expected that these students have already been exposed to and have
mastered some initial algebra concepts. Students in this course would have performed at a high level in a 8th grade pre-algebra course or need
remediation for an Algebra 1 course taken in 8th grade.
*Geometry
HBUHSD Geometry Placement Score: 41-48
This is the
semester of a 2 semester Geometry program. These students have passed an
grade Algebra 1 program in 8th grade. These
students typically have good but not outstanding Algebra skills and are on track to take Algebra 2 during their 10th grade year.
1st
8th
*Accelerated Geometry
HBUHSD Geometry Placement Score: 49+
This is the
semester of a 2 semester Geometry program. These students have passed an
grade Algebra 1 program with outstanding
grades. This course is designed for the strong math student who picks up difficult concepts quickly. In addition, these students should possess
strong skills and are able to work neatly and efficiently. Most of these students will move on to Algebra 2/Trig. during their 10th grade year and
many will eventually move into AP Calculus by their senior year.
1st
8th
*Algebra 2
8th grade Teacher Recommendation
This is the
semester of a 2 semester Algebra 2 program. These students have passed
grade Geometry courses. These students are
generally fine math students by may not be ready for the pace or rigor of an Algebra 2/Trig. course. Most of these students will take AP Calculus
and/or AP Statistics prior to their graduation from Marina.
* Algebra 2/Trig.
8th grade Teacher Recommendation
This is the 1st semester of a 2 semester Algebra 2/Trig. program. All of these students should have passed 8th grade Geometry with exceptional
grades. These students should possess outstanding study skills and be able to work quickly.
1st
8th
On the following page you will find a flow chart for mathematic course sequencing at Marina High School. The course offerings are blocked in
one semester increments. Please view carefully as it may help you in understanding placement recommendations. It will also help you to see
that students can have 4-years of math inclusive of pre-calculus even if they start in Algebra 1 in 9th grade.
MARINA HIGH SCHOOL MATH COURSE OFFERINGS BY SEMESTER
Algebra Prep
(P1)
Math 4
Algebra 1
(P3,(P4)
Acc. Geometry A
(P6)
Geometry A
(P5)
Acc. Geometry B
Geometry B
Alg II-Trig
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(P7)
Algebra 2A
Trigonometry
(Spring Only)
Alg II-Trig B
Algebra 2B
H Pre-Calc A
Pre-Calc A
H Pre-Calc B
Pre-Calc B
AP Calc AB
AP Statistics
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AP Calc BC
FRESHMAN PLACEMENT
(P1)-HBUHSD Algebra Placement Score:0-40
(P3)HBUHSD Algebra Placement Score: 36+
(P4)HBUHSD Geometry Placement Score: <42
(P5)HBUHSD Geometry Placement Score: 41-48
(P6)HBUHSD Geometry Placement score: 49+
Physical Education/Athletics
Prerequisites
Physical Education
Athletics
Marching Band
Cheer Ensemble
Flag Ensemble
Dance Ensemble
None
Tryouts req./summer camp rec.
Previous music training rec.
Tryouts required
Tryouts required
Tryouts required
FALL SPORTS
Cross Country…………………………………………………….Male/Female
Field Hockey………………………………………………………Female
Football…………………………………………………………….Male
Golf…………………………………………………………………Female
Surfing………………………………………………………………Coed
Tennis………………………………………………………………Female
Volleyball………………………………………………………......Female
Water Polo………………………………………………………...Male
WINTER SPORTS
Basketball………………………………………………………….Male/Female
Soccer…………………………………………………………......Male/Female
Water Polo…………………………………………………..…….Female
Wrestling…………………………………………………..………Male/Female
SPRING SPORTS
Badminton…………………………………………………..…….Coed
Baseball……………………………………………………………Male
Golf…………………………………………………………………Male
Softball………………………………………………………….…Female
Swimming…………………………………………………………Male/Female
Tennis……………………………………………………………..Male
Track………………………………………………………………Male/Female
Volleyball……………………………………………………..…..Male
Dive…………………………………………………………….…Coed
Lacrosse…………………………………………………..………Male
SCIENCE
PREREQUISITES
*Physical/Earth Science
None
Earth Science is a physical science laboratory course, which covers processes shaping the earth and the relationships of the earth within
the solar system and the universe. Students are introduced to the fields of astronomy(solar system, stars and universe), geology(plate
tectonics, rock cycle, earthquakes, faulting, and California geological natural hazards), meteorology(weather patterns, atmospheric
conditions, greenhouse effect, greenhouse gasses, and etc.) oceanography, biogeochemical cycles(carbon, nitrogen, water cycles), and
Earth’s energy systems. This class meets the graduation requirement for a physical science laboratory credit.
*Biology
7th gr. ELA of Proficient or
higher, Algebra 1 placement
or higher and a ‘B’ or better
in 8th gr. science
Biology consists of the topics outlined in the California Science Standards and the Science Framework. Cell biology, biochemistry, genetics,
ecology, physiology and evolution are covered in depth with special attention given to laboratory work and application of the information to
real world situations.
* Accelerated Biology
7th gr. ELA of Proficient(375)
or higher, Geometry or
higher, and ‘B’ or better in
8th gr. Science course
This course is an exploration into the unifying themes of Biology. With a focus on big ideas, students are given a deeper comprehension of
exactly what it means for an organism to be alive and how it interacts with its environment. Students will finish this course with an
understanding of cells, including how they use energy, replicate, and differentiate through gene expression. Students will study the
probability of inheritance on a genetic level and continue that learning as it develops into a clearer understanding of evolutionary patterns.
Students can integrate concepts from the microscopic world to the biosphere. The course to speciation over time. The course also examines
how matter and energy cycle through the biosphere. The course utilizes an evolutionary viewpoint to explain biodiversity on Earth. It focuses
on the interactions of biotic and abiotic factors that lead to speciation over time. The course also examines how matter and energy cycle
through the biosphere and how these cycles affect living organisms. In addition, this course examines the interactions of human bodily
systems.
In this accelerated course, specific enrichment labs, activities, and projects provide additional opportunities for statistical and data analysis,
research papers and labs, and student-focus inquiry based learning.
SCIENCE CONT.
Health
None
Health is a one semester course designed to provide the knowledge and skills necessary to maintain a high level of physical, mental
and social well being. Students gain an awareness of the relationship between health and life-style choices while focusing on topics
such as consumer health, nutrition, disease preventions, chemical abuse, emotional health and family life. This course also helps
develop the decision making skills necessary to apply this knowledge.
Students need to pass two years (four semesters) of science. One year must be in a Life Science and one year must be in a
Physical Science. Those interested in pursuing an extensive science background should further consider the following as well.
Guidelines for meeting 4-year college admissions requirements:
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Require at least two years of a Laboratory Science, recommendation is for three years
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Required to take at least one year in a Biological Science and one year in a Physical Science
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Biological Sciences include: Biology, Accelerated Biology, Physiology, Marine Biology, AP Biology, and AP Environmental
Science
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Physical Sciences include: Chemistry, Physics, AP Chemistry, and AP Physics
The flow chart on the following page describes pathways that a student can take through the Science Department. Keep in mind, a
student’s pathway may change throughout their 4 years based on course prerequisites and student grade requirements..
Marina Science Course Pathways
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ELECTIVE COURSES
BUSINESS
Introduction into Design
PREREQUISITES
None
5 credits/one semester/9 weeks in Business & 9weeks in Consumer/Family Studies
Students that are enrolled in this course will spend 9 weeks in the Business class and 9 weeks in the Consumer/Family Studies
class. While in the Business class, students will explore Digital Media (Adobe, Microsoft, HTML and Google) and Video Game Design
(programming, Game Maker and various other game engines). Please see Consumer/Family for a description of their course content
for this course.
Microsoft Office
None
5 credits/one semester
Get the computer skills needed to survive in high school, college and the workplace. Learn advanced techniques to format Business
Letters, Tables, Essays, Flyers, Spreadsheets, Presentations, Brochures and Newsletters.
*Multimedia Communications Design for Business
None
10 credits/year long
Multimedia is a new field that has emerged in the last few years as a direct result of the growth of computer use in the business
world. Students will utilize technology as a design medium. A variety of software programs will be used. This course completes the ‘f’
requirement for CSU/UC college admissions.
CONSUMER/FAMILY STUDIES
Introduction to Design
None
5 credits/one semester/9 weeks in Consumer/Family Studies & 9 weeks in Business
Students that are enrolled in this course will spend 9 weeks in the Consumer/Family Studies class and 9 weeks in the Business
class. While in the Consumer/Family Studies class, students will explore Culinary, Fashion and Interiors. They will complete hands-on
projects and activities in the areas of; culinary, fashion and interiors; goal setting; measuring and measurements; the elements and
principles of design; color theory; meal planning. Including tastes, textures and plating foods. Please see Business for a description
of their course content
CONSUMER/FAMILY STUDIES CONT.
PREREQUISITES
*Environment Design
None
10 credits/year long
This is a comprehensive course in which students will study history, color theory and concepts of homes, architecture, and interior design. Many
hands on activities are completed in class. Color Boards, floor plan designs and designing a home for a client are highlights. All elements and
principles of design are learned and applied through projects. Students must take the class for one year in order to meet the CSU/UC ‘f’
requirement for admissions.
Fashion Technology
None
10 credits/2 semesters
Entry level course. 1 semester of basic clothing construction skills, students will make a garment. 1 semester of fashion design and
merchandising, learning the basics of the fashion and design industry.
HISTORY/SOCIAL SCIENCE
PREREQUISITES
World Geography
None
5 credits/one semester
One of the realities of the contemporary world is the increasing influence of other nations on the daily lives of American citizens. The
World Geography course is designed to help students better comprehend these issues by providing an understanding of the
distribution and characteristics of the world’s major cultures, and of the dynamic of human migration and cultural diffusion.
*World Geography Honors
10 credits/year long
400+ on 7th grade ELA
OR Pass Entry Exam
For advanced students, this is a more challenging version of the World Geography course described above. This course will give
students a more in-depth study of the world from a geographic perspective, and will use one of the finest World Regional Geography
textbooks available. The Honors World Regional Geography course is essential for students planning to take Advance Placement
World History their sophomore year, and will automatically qualify them for admission to the AP course if they can earn a minimum
grade of a ‘B’. The course will help students transition into the AP World History course by increasing their vocabulary and reading
levels, improving their understanding of world history and culture, and building necessary critical thinking skills needed for success in
a college level course.
INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY
PREREQUISITES
Car Maintenance
None
5 credits/one semester
This is a one semester course that introduces students to the internal combustion engine and the automobile. This course includes
laboratory applications in basic car maintenance, such as oil changes, brake jobs, basic diagnostics, and tires. It also incorporates
various automotive systems, such as suspensions, lubrication, cooling, electrical, fuel, emissions and drive trains. Safety and
consumer awareness will be stressed at all times.
NON-DEPARTMENTAL
PREREQUISITIES
Journalism
None
5 credits/one semester
This one semester course will introduce students to mass media, journalistic writing and other aspects of publications. Students will
study the history of press laws and ethics, and will learn to write news, feature, opinion and sports stories. Brainstorming,
interviewing, editing, captions and design will also be covered.
AVID
Application/Teacher Recommendation
10 credits/year long
This elective is for a student who is very motivated to succeed and attend a four-year college directly from high school. The target
group of students are those who score in the average to low average range on tests but work diligently to get A’s and B’s. They
also are usually the first in their family to attend a four-year college, may have experienced financial challenges or have a native
language other than English. The AVID student is encourage to work harder than their peers and is respected by staff and peers for
having good character and strong school work ethic.
PERFORMING ARTS
PREREQUISITES
*Chorus 1
None
10 credits/year long
This year long course is designed for students with little previous vocal experience. Emphasis is placed on vocal development,
proper breathing, sight reading, part singing and public performance. This course meets the CSU/UC ‘f’ requirement for
admissions.
PERFORMING ARTS CONT.
PREREQUISITES
Freshman Choir/Voice
None
5 credits/one semester
Voice is a one semester course and is an introductory performance ensemble that will expose students to fundamentals in music
as outlined in the State Standards. Students will learn basics in music theory, interpretation of style, phrasing, dynamics, solfege
using Curwen hand signs, choral performance techniques, and music sight-reading. Performances are required.
*Instrumental Band
Director approval
10 credits/year long
Instrumental Band is designed for musicians at various levels of ability who desire to perform appropriate band literature.
Emphasis is placed on interpretation of style, phrasing, articulation, and dynamics with concentration on both technique and
aesthetics. Performances are required.
*Theater
None
10 credits/year long
Students will learn the history of theater from Shamans to Post-modern times. The students will develop acting methods skills and
progress to writing, edition, acting, and producing their own productions.
*Orchestra
Director Approval
10 credits/year long
This is a performance and academic class. It develops skill relative to the chamber orchestra medium, with participation possible
in both the larger chamber orchestra as well as smaller ensembles.
VISUAL ARTS
PREREQUISITES
*Art
None
10 credits/year long
Art 1 beginning drawing and painting course designed to explore and use elements and principles of art fundamentals. Students
participate in drawing and painting as an act of creating works of art and as a preparatory process in the creation of finished work.
Problems are assigned to study the design elements as they relate to drawing and painting. The curriculum is focused on the
California Visual Arts Standards: artistic perception, creative expression, historical and cultural content and aesthetic perception.
This course meets the CSU/UC ‘f’ requirement for admissions.
VISUAL ARTS CONT.
PREREQUISITES
*Ceramics
None
10 credits/year long
This course introduces Ceramics as an art making material using hand-building techniques such as pinch, coil and slab. Students
will also learn basic wheel throwing, surface decoration and glazing. This course focuses on artistic expression and technical skills
used the creation of ceramics. This course meets the CSU/UC ‘f’ requirement for admissions.
*Animation
None
10 credits/year long
This course provides students with the concepts and techniques that web designers and multimedia develops use to create
interactive content for the web and other multimedia purposes. This class utilizes flash animation and action scripting to create
these visual experiences. This course meets the CSU/UC ‘f’ requirement for admissions.
*Commercial Art
None
10 credits/year long
Commercial Art is a course that focuses on the design and production methods of printmaking. Students will explore a variety of
printmaking methods such as silk-screen and photo silk-screen, as well as wood block print, and linoleum printing. Students will
perform studio processes as it relates to commercial art endeavors as they apply the elements of art and the principles of design.
This course meets the CSU/UC ‘f’ requirement for admissions.
*Digital Cinema Theory and Production
Application, Teacher approval
10 credits/year long
Students accepted into the MHStv program enroll in Digital Cinema Theory and Production their 1st year. First year students attend
a summer intensive workshop where they learn: basics of camera work using professional-grade cameras, camera techniques to
enhance story telling(camera angles, focus adjustment etc.), pre-production techniques(storyboarding, script-writing, project
planning), editing using non-linear editing software and beginning through intermediate techniques.
*Digital Video Production
Application, teacher approval
10 credits/year long
For advanced students. Summer intensive workshop required. Students learn advanced techniques using additional camera
equipment, various lenses, and special effects. These classes have a project oriented and collaborative focus. This class produces
a video yearbook for the student body highlighting activities throughout the year, provide live-video services for school assembles,
and produces a 5 episode season of MHStv per semesters made up of short projects. Extensive co-curricular work will be required
outside of the class hours to complete projects, including attending home and away sporting events and other off-site school
activities.
WORLD LANGUAGE
*Spanish 1
*Spanish 2
*Japanese 1
PREREQUISITE
Reading at or above 8th gr. level
8th gr. Spanish teacher rec.
Reading at or above 8th gr. level
10 credits/year long
World language courses are year-long and are part of a 4 or 5 year sequence. Level 1 content includes an
introduction to culture and focuses on the development of listening, speaking, reading and writing skills with
emphasis on communication and mastery of a core vocabulary. If students are successful through the continuum
world language, they are eligible for Advanced Placement course in Spanish 4, 5 and Japanese 4. All courses
meet world language meet the ‘e’ requirement for 4-year college admissions.
*Español Uno
Spanish spoken in the home and
MHS teacher recommendation
10 credits/year long
This course is designed to improve students’ ability to read, write, understand, and speak formal Spanish. The
readings and classroom discussions take students through an exploration of the self and the Hispanic culture in
the United States and Latin America. In addition, students learn about the arts and its importance to Hispanic
culture.
SPECIALIZED PROGRAMS AND STUDENT SERVICES
Associated Student Body (ASB) and Clubs
Ninth graders seeking leadership experiences and wanting to get involved can participate in ASB by filing out an
application in March and going through an interview process. ASB school leaders will appoint the Freshman class
ASB officers which include a President, Commissioner, Vice President, Secretary and Treasurer. Students re-run
for office and gain the positions for 2nd semester by freshman votes cast. Ninth graders can attend many club
meetings and learn more about them at club rush in October. A list of current clubs is available on the Marina
website under ‘Activities’. They can also start a new club by contacting ASB in the activities office.
Special Education Services and Programs
Marina High School offers special education students a continuum of educational options. These include
Resource Specialist Program (RSP) and Special Day Class (EDC) for students with mild to moderate learning
disabilities. The Endeavors Program is for students on the Autism spectrum, the Pathways Program is for students
with Emotional Disturbance and adult transition classes are also available thru a referral process at the district
level. Other services provided to support students with special needs are Adaptive and Modified P.E., speech and
language therapy, a teacher for the visually impaired , 2 school psychologists, and a Student Support Psychologist
for at-risk students. Services are explained and courses selected for students with special needs in IEP transition
meetings held prior to the Fall term.
Students identified as eligible under section 504 receive accommodations and services according to their
individual 504 plan. The Student Support Psychologist meets with parents, students and staff to review
accommodations that are appropriate for these students in the high school setting.
PRE-REGISTRATION GUIDELINES
How to Register
1. Attend a Parent Night in April, where students and parents will receive their preregistration worksheet
2. Read all registration materials and investigate each course selection completely before making your final
request
a. English, Science, Math, Health and P.E. are required for all 9th grade students. One year-long elective must be chosen, and
since Health is a one semester(half year), students must select another one semester elective to with it. Please keep in
mind that while every effort is made to give students their top elective choices, elective requests are NOT GUARANTEED.
b. Your placement into certain subjects is based on test scores, teacher recommendation, current grade and effort. Students
who want to take a course for which they do not meet the prerequisites must complete a petition. A petition form is included
in this guide on page . Students enrolled into a course per a petition request are committed to one semester of enrollment
in that course and petitions placement is not guaranteed. Petitions are due to the Guidance office by the end of June or
during August registration.
3.
Finalize your course selections and either turn your worksheet in at the Parent Nights to a guidance
specialist or have the student return the worksheet to their middle school by April 30th. Students at schools
other than: Marine View, Spring View, Stacey, Mesa View, St. Bonaventure or Grace Lutheran will need to
turn in the worksheet at the Parent Night or return directly to Marina High School Guidance Department in
person or by email or mail. All worksheets are due back by May 23rd.
If you were unable to attend the Parent Nights, you may still pre-register by mail or email. Send your
Pre-registration worksheet to the Guidance Specialists below, according to last name by May 23rd:
Deborah Felten(A-G)- [email protected]
Debborah Stocks(H-O)[email protected]
Wanda Shobeiri(P-Z)[email protected]
For a pre-registration worksheet, see ‘Class of 2018’ tab, Freshman Worksheet, at the Guidance web site