Spirit in Everything

Pride In All

Principal: Ryan Richardson Athletic Director: Jesse Eveland Dean of Students: Hillary Pinkston Assistant Principal: Ken Costa Assistant Principal Counseling/Curriculum: Arielle Hammond

Table of Contents

While we are hoping to offer all the courses listed, we are limited by budget and student request. We will do our best to offer and schedule you for the courses you select. This is the latest course information we have and is subject to change.

General Information

Athletics/Activities Page 13 Audit Page 6 College & Athletic Program Requirements Page 12 College Credit Opportunities Page 11 Counseling Information Page 3 Credits Earned Off Campus Page 6 Early Graduation Page 7 Forecasting Process Page 3 Graduation Requirements – Standard & Honors Diploma Options Page 4 Important Information Page 3 International Baccalaureate Programme (IB) Page 8 NCAA Requirements Page 31 Oregon Public Universities Entrance Requirements Page 12 Quarter Credit Page 6 Rank in Class Page 7 Repeating a Class Page 6 Schedule & Credit Questions Page 6 Special Honors Designation Page 7 Talented and Gifted Students Page 7 Withdrawal/Transfer Page 7

Courses

Arts – Visual & Performing • Ceramics Page 14 • Digital Photography Page 14 • Drawing Page 14 • Instrumental Music Page 16 • Theatre Page 15 • Vocal Music Page 15 College & Career Readiness Page 29 Health Page 17 IB Electives Page 18 Journalism/Yearbook Page 18 Language Arts Page 19 Leadership Page 20 Mathematics Page 21 • Mathematics Sample Student Schedules Page 22 Other Courses - Elective Page 29 Physical Education Page 17 Science Page 23 • Science Course Sequence Page 25 World Language Page 25 • Japanese Page 25 • Spanish Page 26 Social Sciences Page 28

2 Counseling Information/Procedures

Upon entering Rex Putnam High School, each student is assigned a counselor who meets with the student when appropriate throughout their years of attendance. Students and parents are always invited to consult with their counselor whenever they need assistance. Counselor meetings with students, parents and teachers are often helpful in sharing information and formulating goals. In order to ensure that your time with the counselor is as free from interruptions as possible, students and parents are urged to make an appointment.

Important Information 1. Students must take eight classes to be enrolled as a Rex Putnam High School student. Exceptions to take less than eight classes will be reviewed by a counselor for approval based on special circumstances. 2. Seniors may have an excused period with counselor approval. 3. Freshmen and sophomores may have a study hall. 4. Students can earn up to 1.0 credit towards graduation requirements for any combination of Student Aide or Office Assistant. 5. Students are not allowed to take more than two classes in P.E. or two classes in Student Aide/Office Assistant during the same semester.

Forecasting Process Forecasting will take place between January and March for the 2020-2021 school year. Forecasting due by April 1, 2020. (Tentative timeline for completion)

January Who: Juniors Where: Small groups with their assigned counselor What: Graduation Requirements Review transcript Extended Application

February Who: Freshmen & Sophomores Where: English Classes What: Graduation Requirements Select top 8 electives

February Who: 8th Graders Where: Alder Creek Middle School What: Graduation Requirements How to use the Course Catalog Select top 8 electives

March 2nd Who: 8th Grade Night Where: Rex Putnam High School What: Visit core & elective teachers Visit sports and clubs offered Turn in Forecasting sheet

March – May Forecasting due April 1st. Students and parents can view forecasting choices through their StudentVue accounts under Course Requests. If you would like to make a change to your forecasting choices, please contact Darci Patterson in the Counseling Office or by email at [email protected] by June 12, 2020.

Contact the Counseling Office: 503.353.5871 Assistant Principal of Curriculum: Arielle Hammond Counselors: Nicole Bricker, Jim Corff, Ashley Mitchell Scheduler: Darci Patterson Registrar: Brisa Flores

3 Graduation Requirements Diploma Options

Standard Diploma (2021 & Beyond) 24 Credits

Credits Performance Standards/Essential Skills Other Requirements

4.0 – Language Arts Students will be expected to meet state Complete two Career 3.0 – Mathematics – Algebra 1 or higher performance requirements for a high school Related Learning Experiences 3.0 – Science – Two of three credits must be lab-based diploma. (CRLE’s) 3.0 – Social Science 1.0 – Health Complete Extended Application 1.0 – Physical Education (EA) (Senior Year) 3.0 – Arts/World Language*/Career Technical 6.0 – Electives

*Note: 2.0 credits of World Language are required for all 4-year universities.

Course Planning Guide

• English 9 • World History • NGSS Physics 9th Grade • Algebra 1 • Health 1/PE 1 • Study Hall • Electives • English 10 • Government 10th Grade • NGSS Chemistry 10th Grade• Geometry • Health 2/PE 2 • Study Hall • Electives • IB Language & Literature HL1, IB Literature HL1 or IB Film HL1 • US History or IB History HL1 11th Grade • NGSS Biology or IB Biology HL1 • IB Math Applications SL1 or IB Math Analysis SL1 • Electives • College & Career Readiness (one semester) • IB Language & Literature HL2, IB Literature HL2, Contemporary Literature, Creative Writing 1 & 2, IB Film HL1 • Economics or IB History HL2 12th Grade • Science Elective (Recommended) • Math Elective (Recommended) • Electives • Excused Period

4 Honors Diploma (2021 & Beyond) 24 Credits

Credits Performance Standards/Essential Skills Other Requirements

4.0 – Language Arts Students will be expected to meet state Complete two Career Related 3.0 – Mathematics – Algebra 1 or higher performance requirements for a high school Learning Experiences 3.0 – Science – Two of three credits must be lab-based diploma. (CRLE’s) 3.0 – Social Science 1.0 – Health Complete Extended Application 1.0 – Physical Education (EA) 3.0 – Arts/World Language*/Career Technical 6.0 – Electives

*Note: 2.0 credits of World Language are required for all 4-year universities.

5.0 credits must be International Baccalaureate (IB) GPA: 3.5 or better by the end and/or college level courses (excluding Sabin- of 7th semester Schellenberg courses which bear college credit). Students working toward a NCSD standard or honors diploma and earning at least a 3.5 GPA through seven semesters will be eligible for an honor cord.

Course Planning Guide

• English 9 • World History • NGSS Physics 9th Grade • Algebra/Geometry • Health 1/PE 1 • Spanish 2

• Study Hall • Elective • English 10 • Government 10th Grade • NGSS Chemistry • Geometry/IB Math Applications SL1 or IB Math Analysis SL1 • Health 2/PE 2 • IB Spanish SL1(3)

• Study Hall • Electives • IB Language & Literature HL1, IB Literature HL1, IB Film HL1 • IB History HL1 • NGSS Biology or IB Biology HL1 11th Grade • IB Math Applications SL1 or SL2 or IB Math Analysis SL1 or SL2 • IB Spanish SL2(4) • Electives

• College & Career Readiness (one semester) • IB Language & Literature HL2, IB Literature HL2, IB Film HL1 • IB History HL2 12th Grade • Science Elective (Recommended) • Math Elective (Recommended) • IB Spanish HL(5) (if student chooses) • Electives

• Excused Period

5 Course Selection Rex Putnam High School recognizes that excellence in education requires setting high expectations for each student. To this end, these course descriptions are accompanied by additional information about specific class expectations. Prerequisite courses include all coursework or skills that should be completed prior to enrollment in the specific course. Some required courses have no prerequisites, but may indicate a recommended grade level at which the course may be taken.

Schedule & Credit Questions

Adding/Changing a Class Requests for class changes must be initiated prior to the beginning of a semester or up to two weeks after the semester begins. These requests will only be considered on the basis of availability. Completion of the request for change does not assure that the class change will be approved. Students must follow their schedule unless a change is made.

Dropping a Class at Semester Most courses are year-long and require a year long commitment. Courses terminated after four weeks into the semester will be recorded on the transcript as an “F” (failing grade). Year long classes may not be dropped at semester unless there are extenuating circumstances.

Audit A class may be taken on an audit basis without credit only with instructor consent. A change to audit status must be made before the deadline for dropping classes each semester. Students must consult with counselor and teacher when considering a course for audit. Reasons to audit a class: • Students who enter school after the last day to drop a course and do not have ample time to earn a credit for the class. • Auditing allows them to attend classes at RPHS and not receive failing grades. • If there are extenuating circumstances and the student has a plan approved by teacher, counselor and administrator.

Repeating Courses for a Replacement Credit • Students may request to repeat any course in which the student has previously earned assessment scores below proficiency. • The grades and credits from the original course, as well as the repeated course, will be documented on the transcript. The repeated course’s grade is issued as core credit and the original course will be changed to elective credit toward graduation. • Requests are to be reviewed and approved or denied by a team at the building level including, but not limited to, the counselor, subject area teacher, student, parent/guardian and administrator.

Repeatable Courses for Original Credit Acting 1-2 Directing Illustrations Student Aide/Office Assistant/Peer Tutor Band (all courses) Drawing Leadership 3 Theatre Mgmt & Production Ceramics Elementary Mentor Orchestra Work Experience Digital Photography Guitar Stagecraft Yearbook

Credits Earned Off Campus By district policy, a student may earn up to eight units of credit while in high school from off-campus experiences. This credit must be granted from accredited institutions and programs. A student must have prior approval from the Assistant Principal of Curriculum to receive credit for any off-campus study. • College, summer school, and/or evening school credits will be accepted for makeup or for situations in which the classes are either not available at the high school or not available because of scheduling conflict. • For college coursework to receive high school credit the content of the course will be reviewed and compared to a comparable high school course. Courses whose content matches will receive comparable credit. For courses that do not identically match the high school content, the following formula will be used: • 6 quarter hours of college credit shall equate to 1.0 high school credit. • 3 quarter hours of college credit shall equate to .50 high school credit.

Quarter Credit Quarter (0.25) credit may be granted to students that are English Language Learners (ELL) and students on Individual Education Plans (IEP) for successful completion of the first or second nine-week quarter of a semester. This must be documented prior to the student's enrollment in the course for quarter credit specifying whether the credit earned is an elective or required, and a plan indicating the appropriate succeeding course(s).

6 Withdrawal/Transfer Students who withdraw from school (from all classes) midterm will leave with the withdrawal grade; however, no midterm grade will be reported on the transcript.

Early Graduation Students who plan to complete their program of study in less than four years must have prior written agreement with the Assistant Principal of Counseling and Curriculum. These arrangements are made through the student’s counselor. Formal graduation is held only once each year in June. There are procedures and timelines that must be met in order to complete the program in less than four years. • For June Completion Deadline, application must be made by November of the same school year. • For January Completion Deadline, application must be made by May of junior year.

Special Honors Designation Rank in Class The final rank is based on eight semesters of work. The valedictorian, salutatorian, and top scholars are determined by this rank. Honor cords are provided by Rex Putnam High School to recognize the top scholars at the graduation ceremony. • Class Rank and Grade Point Average: All courses other than pass/fail & audits are used in computing a cumulative • GPA and establishing class rank. All courses are weighted equally; honors or accelerated courses are not given additional • point value.

Talented and Gifted Students The North Clackamas School District is committed to an educational program that recognizes the unique value, needs and talents of each individual student. Curriculum and instruction designed to meet the level and rate of learning of each high ability student is an integral part of that commitment.

7 International Baccalaureate

The International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Program is a rigorous course of study that meets the needs of the highly motivated secondary school student who plans to attend a four-year college or university following graduation.

The IB curriculum is noted for its depth and international perspective. Originally created in 1968 as a program that would allow its graduates to fulfill requirements of various national systems of education, the IB is based on the pattern of no single country. The intent is that students learn how to learn, how to analyze, and how to reach considered conclusions about languages and literature, people and their societies, and the scientific forces of the environment.

Putnam offers IB coursework, a full IB Diploma, and/or IB Certificates in individual subjects. Trained teachers in all subjects will prepare students to examine at both the Standard Level (SL) and Higher Level (HL). HL classes are 4 semesters and SL classes vary from 2-4 semesters. All Putnam students qualify for participation in the IB program.

There are three levels of participation available: 1. Students may take one or more IB classes but not pursue IB Certificates 2. Students may pursue IB Certificates in one or more IB classes 3. Students may pursue a full IB Diploma

All rising sophomores pursuing an IB Diploma must: 1. Complete the IB Diploma application (on IB page of Putnam’s website) 2. Submit a two year course plan to Traci Clarke, IB Coordinator

IB Diploma Requirements 1. Comprehensive Curriculum Successful participation in courses and assessments in all of the six content areas: Language A1 (First Language), Language B (Second Language), Societies & Individuals, Experimental Sciences, Mathematics, and IB Electives 2. Theory of Knowledge (TOK) A required course for all diploma candidates, the goal of which is to stimulate critical thinking about knowledge and experience of students both inside and outside the classroom 3. CAS – Creative, Active, Service At least 150 hours in the three areas must be documented during grades 11 and 12 4. Extended Essay An independent research paper of some 4,000 words on a topic of the student’s choice

IB Courses Offered The courses of the IB program are categorized by “groups” as shown here. Note that the courses offered at Putnam are listed below each group description. Group 1 – Language A1: • IB Literature HL • IB Language & Literature HL Group 2 – Language B: • IB Spanish SL/HL Group 3 – Societies & Individuals: • IB Geography SL • IB History HL Group 4 – Experimental Sciences: • IB Biology HL • IB Marine Science SL • IB Physics SL Group 5 – Mathematics: • IB Math Applications SL2 • IB Math Analysis SL2 Group 6 – Arts & Electives: • IB Film HL • Students interested in pursuing an IB Diploma should consult the IB page of the Rex Putnam High School website, attend an informational meeting or contact Traci Clarke at 503.353.5870 ext. 38619 or [email protected]

8 IB Diploma Schedule Planner

Student Name: ______Graduation Year: ______

IB Courses Offered at RPHS

Literature HL Film HL Physics SL Language & Literature HL History HL Marine Science SL Spanish SL Geography SL Math Applications SL Spanish HL Biology HL Math Analysis SL Theory of Knowledge (TOK)

Freshman Sophomore Junior Junior Senior Senior

English

Spanish

History IB History HL IB History HL IB History HL IB History HL

Science

Math

IB Elective

Elective EE / CAS TOK TOK

Electives

Does the student have 3 HL courses? YES NO Number of exams Junior year? 0 1 2 Does the student have 3 SL courses? YES NO Number of exams Senior year? 4 5 6 ______

IB OFFICE USE ONLY BELOW THIS LINE

• Specific elective requests to be aware of:

• Copy of forecasting sheet is attached

• IB Application is attached

• Junior schedule has been confirmed (August, Junior Year)

• Senior schedule has been confirmed (August, Senior Year)

NOTES:

9 IB Courses at Rex Putnam

Courses Prerequisites College Credit Opportunities

Literature HL CCC Credits vary 9th/10th Language Arts Study of multicultural literature; 4 semesters IB Exam Score 5, 6, 7

Language & Literature SL/HL Study of language as a tool; 4 semesters 9th/10th Language Arts IB Exam Score 5,6,7

Spanish SL CCC 12 Credits per year Spanish 1-2, 3-4 Written & verbal language acquisition; 4 semesters IB Exam Score 5, 6, 7

Spanish HL PSU 12 Credits Spanish 1-2, 3-4, 5-6, 7-8 Advanced written & verbal language acquisition; 2 semesters IB Exam Score 5, 6, 7

History HL th th History of the Americas, 20th Century; 4 semesters 9 /10 Social Studies IB Exam Score 5, 6, 7

Geography SL Interactions between people & environment; 2 semesters 9th/10th Social Studies IB Exam Score 5, 6, 7

Biology HL Study of living organisms & processes therein; 4 semesters Chemistry IB Exam Score 5, 6, 7

Physics SL Study of movement & forces; 2 semesters NGSS Physics IB Exam Score 5, 6, 7

Marine Science SL Study of oceanic systems and life; 2 semesters 9th/10th Science IB Exam Score 5, 6, 7

Math Applications SL2 Statistics & Probability; 2 semesters Math Applications SL1 IB Exam Score 5, 6, 7

Math Analysis SL2 Calculus; 4 semesters Math Analysis SL1 IB Exam Score 5, 6, 7

Film HL Multicultural films & creation of film portfolio; 4 semesters A or B in English IB Exam Score 5, 6, 7

Theory of Knowledge Metacognition and the acquisition of knowledge; 2 semesters

Extended Essay / CAS Independent Study Preparation for research and CAS project; 1 semester

10 Rex Putnam College Credit Opportunities

There are three ways student may earn college credit for their work at Rex Putnam. Some courses are aligned with Clackamas Community College (CCC). In these cases the grade a student earns in the class is also the grade they earn on their college transcript. The instruction is entirely on the RPHS campus with RPHS instructors. Students must register for the credits with CCC or PCC each semester.

Other courses are aligned with Portland State University (PSU) and generally the grade a student earns in class will also be on the college transcript. A teacher may assign a different grade if there are extenuating circumstances. The classroom teacher(s) provide students with registration materials in the fall of each year.

All IB classes come with the opportunity for college credit via the IB exam score. Colleges have their own credit awarding policies but students who receive a grade of 5, 6, or 7 are often awarded credit by their colleges.

For more information visit our webpage https://sites.google.com/nclack.k12.or.us/accopportunities or contact the school’s college credit coordinator, Traci Clarke via email [email protected] .

Class CCC / PSU IB Exam Junior IB Lit HL1, Semester 1 CCC: ENG 225 4 credits $40.00

Junior IB Lit HL1, Semester 2 CCC: ENG 109 4 credits $40.00

Senior IB Lit HL2, Semester 1 CCC: ENG 225 4 credits $40.00

Senior IB Lit HL2, Semester 2 CCC: ENG 105 4 credits $40.00 Credit by Exam

Senior IB Lang & Lit HL2, Semester 2 Credit by Exam

IB Spanish SL1, Semester 1 CCC: SP 101 4 credits $40.00

IB Spanish SL1, Semester 2 CCC: SP 102, 103 8 credits $80.00

IB Spanish SL2, Semester 1 CCC: SP 201 4 credits $40.00

IB Spanish SL2, Semester 2 CCC: SP 202, 203 8 credits $80.00 Credit by Exam

IB Spanish HL Credit by Exam

Senior IB History HL Credit by Exam

Senior IB Biology HL Credit by Exam

IB Physics SL Credit by Exam

IB Math Applications SL2 Credit by Exam

IB Math Analysis SL2 Credit by Exam

Senior IB Film HL Credit by Exam

Ceramics CCC: ART 250, 251 8 credits $80.00

11 College & Athletic Program Information

Students planning to continue their education beyond high school should explore possible choices early, take a minimum of five academic classes each year, and earn satisfactory grades in all classes (C grade or above). College admissions requirements vary greatly; consequently, a student planning to attend a private or public college/university should begin to check requirements of individual schools during his/her sophomore year. To do so, the student should consult with his/her counselor as well as reference materials in the Career Center. Students may also access the following online tools:

Naviance Access Rex Putnam web page Naviance Family Connection Log in: Last name, first initial Six digit student number

College Athletic Program Requirements Students planning to enroll in college as a freshman and wish to participate in Division I or Division II athletics must be certified by the NCAA Eligibility Center. To be certified by the Center, students must: • Graduate from high school • Earn a GPA of at least 2.5 in 16 core courses • Earn a combination score of at least 820 on the SAT or a sum of at least 68 on the four ACT sub-tests • Register with NCAA The minimum GPA and corresponding required ACT or SAT score vary according to an established index; see your counselor for specific requirements. Students must complete a Student Release Form, available in the Counseling Office, and send the original copy and fee payment to the Center by the beginning of the senior year.

For more information refer to the following pages (34 & 35) and/or visit the NCAA Eligibility Center website: https://web1.ncaa.org/eligibilitycenter/common/

Oregon Public Universities Entrance Requirements 1. An Accredited High School Diploma 2. Minimum of 15 credits in core college preparatory courses – see list below. Note: Students need to earn a “C” or higher in these courses in order for them to count toward this requirement. • Language Arts – 4 credits • Mathematics – 3 credits Shall include first-year algebra and two additional years of college preparatory mathematics. One unit is highly recommended senior year • Science – 3 credits • Social Science – 3 credits • Second Language – 2 credits -Two years of the same second language 3. Minimum High School GPA • Eastern Oregon University 2.75 • Oregon Institute of Technology 3.0 • Oregon State University 3.0 • Portland State University 3.0 • Southern Oregon University 3.0 • University of Oregon 3.0 • Western Oregon University 2.75 4. SAT-I or ACT tests are required for all 4-year colleges and universities The Senior Newsletter is used to communicate important College and Financial Aid information to our students. It can be found on the RPHS Website (http://putnam.nclack.k12.or.us). The files on scholarships and contests are maintained in the Career Center. We urge all juniors with any possible interest in attending college to take the Preliminary Scholastic Aptitude Test (PSAT). It is administered in October of each year. Those planning to attend a four-year college should also take the May or June SAT-I. A junior planning to apply for ROTC scholarship programs or Military Academies should consider taking the SAT-I in May or June of their junior year.

12 Athletics/Activities (OSAA Requirements)

Students participating in athletics or an activity must meet all eligibility requirements set by the North Clackamas School District and OSAA. The OSAA requirements are that a student must pass a minimum of five (5) classes the previous semester and currently be enrolled in a minimum of five classes. Student athletes must enter their sophomore year with 4.5 credits, junior year with 10 credits and senior year with 17 credits. The NCSD has established additional standards stating that a student must also have no less than a 2.0 grade point average and no “F” grades in order to participate in athletics or activities. Students who do not meet these additional requirements established by NCSD can spend one semester on a “plan of assistance” in lieu of losing their eligibility. If the student still does not meet the requirements of a 2.0 GPA or above and no “F” grades after one semester on the “plan of assistance,” or chooses not to participate in the “plan of assistance,” they will become ineligible until they meet these requirements.

Students must be in attendance at least one half (1/2) of the school day to be eligible to practice or participate in a contest. Two (2) classes will constitute one-half day. Any exceptions must be cleared through the building administrator. Students who are excused from classes for participation in an athletic contest or an activity are to be aware that upon returning to class, each student must be prepared for full participation in class work. This includes advance written assignments.

In addition to the specific credit requirements above, to be scholastically eligible, a student must also be making satisfactory progress towards the school’s graduation requirements.

13 Arts – Visual & Performing

Students who have a special interest in art can extend their training beyond courses listed here by repeating courses and doing in-depth studies as arranged with the instructor and counselor. Required course fees are listed in the descriptions below.

CERAMICS GRADE: 9-12 This semester introductory Ceramics course is designed to give you a hands-on educational and artistic experience using the media of clay. You will learn to shape clay using a variety of hand-building techniques which includes pinch, coil, and slab construction. You will also gain experience with various decorating, glazing and firing techniques. Each project will introduce essential skills to working with clay as well as various elements and principles of art & design. You will also develop skills in artistic expression, problem solving and critical thinking. This class may be taken for dual college credit through CCC. Fee $20.00

CREDIT: 0.5 SEMESTER: Repeatable PREREQUISITE: None

CERAMICS 2 GRADE: 10-12 This is a semester course for students who have completed the intro course and want to work at a more independent and advanced level. Handbuilding, throwing on the pottery wheel, glazing techniques and surface decorations will be included. Students will investigate historic and contemporary artists, as well as develop personal ideas and voice while developing work showing growth, risk-taking and craftsmanship. This class may be taken for dual college credit through CCC. Fee $20.00

CREDIT: 0.5 SEMESTER: Repeatable PREREQUISITE: Ceramics

DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY GRADE: 9-12 Digital Photography is a semester long course that will start with a focus on learning the Digital Camera or phone to capture images. We first have assignments that are designed to get students to start thinking about every part of an image and how that translates to the viewer. As the semester progresses so does the freedom that students have as they strive to produce thought provoking works. Students will be learning and using Photoshop to edit their photographs. Fee $20.00

CREDIT: 0.5 SEMESTER: Repeatable PREREQUISITE: Access to a digital camera

DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY 2 GRADE: 10-12 Digital Photography 2 is a semester course for students who have completed Digital Photography successfully. Students will continue to learn about photographers and conceptual photography as well as develop more technical skills with the camera, lighting, and Photoshop. This class is project based with freedom to explore different aspects of fine art photography. Students will prepare a portfolio of work to exhibit at the completion of the course. Fee $20.00

CREDIT: 0.5 SEMESTER: Repeatable PREREQUISITE: Digital Photography

DRAWING GRADE: 9-12 This course is designed to introduce and/or increase basic drawing skills through the use of a variety of media and techniques. As basic techniques are developed, strong emphasis will be on creativity and the development of problem-solving skills. As students re-enroll, they will be able to focus on their own personal interests, either to hone specific techniques or to expand their knowledge of several different drawing techniques and strategies. CRLE’s will allow students to explore ways in which they may utilize their talents in a variety of careers..

CREDIT: 0.5 SEMESTER: Repeatable PREREQUISITE: None

ILLUSTRATIONS GRADE: 9-12 Illustration is an extension of the Drawing class offered at Rex Putnam. Students with little or no experience will be taught the same skills as the beginning students in the Drawing classes. For Advanced students, Illustration will offer the opportunities for the artist to continue to improve and expand their own unique skills and talents in their preferred media and art movement(s). Students may also explore media new to them – Watercolor, acrylic, charcoal, etc. CRLE’s will allow students to explore ways in which they may utilize their talents in a variety of careers.

CREDIT: 0.5 SEMESTER: Repeatable PREREQUISITE: None

14 THEATRE: ACTING 1 GRADE: 9-12 In this introduction to theatre the major objectives will be to help students gain self-confidence and an appreciation of the theatre as a creative art. Together we will explore voice projection, body language, developing character, improvisation, and memorization techniques. Performances of scenes and monologues all happen within class periods. Attendance at one performance of ALL RPHS productions and one outside production per semester is required.

CREDIT: 1.0 FULL YEAR PREREQUISITE: None

ACTING 2 GRADE: 10-12 As an in-depth acting workshop, Acting 2 continues the work started in Acting 1. The student will continue their involvement with the craft of acting. This class will focus on understanding and demonstrating various types of acting techniques including more in depth character development and self-discipline. PCC college credit is available at no cost. Attendance at one performance of ALL RPHS productions and two outside productions per semester is required.

CREDIT: 1.0 FULL YEAR: Repeatable PREREQUISITE: Acting 1 or Instructor Consent

DIRECTING GRADE: 10-12 As an in-depth directing workshop this class will learn about dramatic action, stage movement, visualization and motivation. The student will become intimately involved with the craft of directing and will expand on the basic skills developed in Acting 1 & 2. Directing students take on much responsibility and work with students at both the beginning and advanced level. Attendance at one performance of ALL RPHS productions and one outside production per semester is required.

CREDIT: 1.0 FULL YEAR: Repeatable PREREQUISITE: Acting 1 & 2 and Instructor Consent

STAGECRAFT GRADE: 9-12 Stagecraft class will emphasize the mastery of technical theatre skills. Students will be responsible for the construction, setup, and tear down of the technical elements of performances in the auditorium. Students will design, build, and paint sets, as well as learn about sound and light design and the phases of theatre production. Students are required to work on one production. Attendance at one performance of ALL RPHS productions and one outside production per semester is required.

CREDIT: 1.0 FULL YEAR: Repeatable PREREQUISITE: Instructor consent and/or Acting 1

THEATRE MANAGEMENT/PRODUCTION GRADE: 10-12 During this master class in theater, students will experience a "hands-on" approach to theatrical productions by being involved in all phases of the theater and acquiring the skills necessary to become an integral part of the professional theater world. Emphasis will be placed on the “business” of running theatre productions including costumes, publicity, props and makeup. Attendance at ALL RPHS productions and one outside production per semester is required.

CREDIT: 1.0 FULL YEAR: Repeatable PREREQUISITE: Instructor consent

VOCAL: MENS ENSEMBLE (Kingsmen Chorus) GRADE: 9-12 This course is open to tenor and bass singers of all levels who wish to develop their singing voices through the study of specially selected music. Popular as well as classical music will be performed and basic skills will be developed through the study of music theory. Attendance at performances is required.

CREDIT: 1.0 FULL YEAR PREREQUISITE: None

TREBLE CHOIR (Cantabile) GRADE: 9-12 This course is open to soprano and alto singers of all levels who wish to develop their singing voices through the study of specially selected music. Popular as well as classical music will be performed and basic skills will be developed through the study of music theory. Attendance at performances is required.

CREDIT: 1.0 FULL YEAR PREREQUISITE: None

VOCAL POINT GRADE: 10-12 This is an advanced treble choir for sopranos and altos in grades 10-12 and audition for membership is required. Pop, classical, musical theatre and vocal jazz styles will be studied, as well as advanced music theory and sight singing. Attendance at all performances is required.

CREDIT: 1.0 FULL YEAR PREREQUISITE: Audition & Theory Test 15 A CHOIR GRADE: 10-12 A Choir is an advanced mixed choir in grades 10-12 and audition is required for membership. Students must exhibit a proficiency in skills such as sight singing and vocal production. Many genres of music are studied, with an emphasis on classical literature. Attendance at performances is required.

CREDIT: 1.0 FULL YEAR PREREQUISITE: Audition & Theory Test

CHORALAIRES GRADE: 10-12 This is a performance class that studies vocal jazz, classical, musical theatre, pop, and contemporary a cappella styles. The group performs in numerous concerts throughout the school year. Attendance at all performances is required.

CREDIT: 1.0 FULL YEAR PREREQUISITE: Audition & Enrollment in A Choir

INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC: CONCERT ORCHESTRA GRADE: 9-12 Concert Orchestra consists of string players who are continuing to improve their skills to qualify for Chamber Orchestra. Students will perform at several concerts throughout the year. Attendance at all performances and a uniform purchase are mandatory. Students with no prior experience should contact the instructor before selecting this class to make the transition as smooth as possible.

CREDIT: 1.0 FULL YEAR: Repeatable PREREQUISITE: Instrument rental or purchase

CHAMBER ORCHESTRA GRADE: 9-12 Chamber Orchestra is an advanced ensemble consisting of string players who are continuing to expand and refine their skills as musicians. Students will perform at several concerts throughout the year, adjudicated festivals, and community performances. Attendance at all performances and a uniform purchase are mandatory. Entry into the Chamber Orchestra is by audition only. Students wanting to audition should contact the instructor before selecting this class."

CREDIT: 1.0 FULL YEAR: Repeatable PREREQUISITE: Instrument rental or purchase

GUITAR GRADE: 9-12 This class is designed for beginning guitar students as well as intermediate players wanting to improve their skills. The curriculum will consist of basic chord strumming, finger picking, music reading and music theory. Student must provide own acoustic guitar (no electric guitars). May be repeated for credit.

CREDIT: 0.5 SEMESTER: Repeatable PREREQUISITE: Instrument rental or purchase

PIANO BASICS GRADE: 9-12 Open to 8-10 students looking to gain basic piano skills including note and chord reading, technique and music theory. Limited to pianos available, must be able to practice at home on a keyboard instrument.

CREDIT: 0.5 SEMESTER: Repeatable PREREQUISITE: None

SYMPHONIC BAND GRADE: 9-12 Symphonic Band is a performance band made up of wind and percussion players who are working to improve performance skills to qualify for Wind Ensemble. Students will perform at several concerts and at solo and ensemble contests. They will also perform at home football and basketball games. Attendance at performances and uniform purchase are required. Private lessons are strongly encouraged.

CREDIT: 1.0 FULL YEAR: Repeatable PREREQUISITE: One year experience playing a band instrument or see teacher for exceptions.

JAZZ ENSEMBLE GRADE: 9-12 Students in this performance class will study and perform various styles of instrumental jazz. Emphasis is placed on achieving a quality "big band" sound as well as improvisation. Jazz ensemble will perform at many concerts, contest and festivals. A uniform purchase is required and private lessons are strongly encouraged.

CREDIT: 1.0 FULL YEAR: Repeatable PREREQUISITE: Audition and teacher approval. Must also be enrolled in Wind Ensemble or Symphonic Band unless you play guitar or piano. 16 WIND ENSEMBLE GRADE: 9-12 This advanced performing group is made up of wind and percussion players who are working to master their instrument. Students will perform at several concerts and contests as well as solo and ensemble contests. They will also perform at home football and basketball games. Attendance at performances and uniform purchase are required. Private lessons are strongly encouraged.

CREDIT: 1.0 FULL YEAR: Repeatable PREREQUISITE: Audition & teacher approval

Health & Physical Education

Health and Physical Education courses are designed to meet the needs of today’s teenagers. Emphasis is on promoting lifetime wellness including positive health habits and preventative strategies. Classes incorporate lessons that pertain to physical, mental, and social well-being. The Physical Education classes provide student with opportunities for active participation.

HEALTH 1 GRADE: 9 This course is designed to expose students to data-based information in the areas of wellness, fitness, anti-bullying, safety, character development, communicable diseases/sexually transmitted infections, drugs & alcohol, healthy relationships and healthy sexuality.

CREDIT: 0.5 SEMESTER PREREQUISITE: None

HEALTH 2 GRADE: 10-12 This course is designed to expose students to data-based information in the areas of wellness, mental health, drugs, safety, healthy relationships, healthy sexuality, non-communicable diseases (ie: cancer) and nutrition.

CREDIT: 0.5 SEMESTER PREREQUISITE: None

PE 1 GRADE: 9 The objective of this course is for students to gain the knowledge, skills, and understanding of the process of becoming fit. A wide variety of fitness-related and physical activities will be presented in order for students to achieve desired fitness outcomes. Fitness testing will be used to self-assess progress and changes throughout the grading period. This class is conducted both inside (gymnasium) and outside (track, turf and adjacent areas).

CREDIT: 0.5 SEMESTER PREREQUISITE: None

PE 2: FITNESS FUNDAMENTALS: WALKING & YOGA GRADE: 10-12 This course is designed for students to experience beginning and intermediate yoga techniques while including walking habits that can develop into key parts of any lifetime fitness plan. Students will learn about cardiovascular health, muscle endurance and overall physical well being through walking and yoga activities. Class will be conducted in the gym and outside (track, adjacent areas and surrounding areas).

CREDIT: 0.5 SEMESTER PREREQUISITE: PE 1

PE 2: ADVANCED PE GAMES GRADE: 10-12 This course is designed to continue developing knowledge, skills and understanding of becoming fit. A wide variety of fitness- related and physical activities will be presented in order for students to achieve desired fitness outcomes. Advanced PE Games will emphasize games conducted in the gym and outside (turf or adjacent areas).

CREDIT: 0.5 SEMESTER PREREQUISITE: PE 1

PE 2: STRENGTH TRAINING GRADE: 10-12 This course is designed for students who have anywhere from a basic to advanced strength training experience. Students will be provided a systematic training program throughout the semester. Regular class topics include safety, proper technique, strength training and nutrition. Emphasis is on active participation and athletic development. This class is located in the weight room.

CREDIT: 0.5 SEMESTER PREREQUISITE: PE 1 17 IB Electives IB FILM HL2 GRADE: 12 IB Film HL2 is a college-level film analysis and production class which aims to build on what was learned in the first year and can earn college credit. Students often work independently and must be self-driven. Students' ability to interpret and create film is deepened and expanded upon through multi-cultural exploration into film history and film critical theory and application into the capstone. Assessments: comparative study, text analysis & collaborative film project.

CREDIT: 1.0 FULL YEAR PREREQUISITE: Must have taken IB Film HL1 and earned at least a C

IB GEOGRAPHY SL GRADE: 11-12 IB Geography is a study of key global issues such as poverty, resource consumption, and climate change. Students in this course will examine case studies at the local, regional, national and international levels in order to gain a deeper understanding of the relationships between people, place, and environment. Students can expect homework. College credit is available through IB examinations.

CREDIT: 1.0 FULL YEAR PREREQUISITE: None

IB MARINE SCIENCE SL GRADE: 11-12 The oceans comprise over two thirds of the surface of the planet and more than half of the global population lives in coastal cities and yet many aspects of marine science remain a mystery to humans. IB Marine Science will allow students an opportunity to study interactions between marine organisms and their habitats; essential sea-surface to atmosphere interactions; and geological dynamics. Students can expect homework. College credit is available through IB examinations.

CREDIT: 1.0 FULL YEAR PREREQUISITE: None

IB THEORY OF KNOWLEDGE (TOK) GRADE: 11-12 Theory of Knowledge (TOK) is an elective as well as a required course for all IB Diploma candidates, the goal of which is to stimulate critical thinking about knowledge and encourage an appreciation of other perspectives. Ultimately- through podcasts, TED talks, books excerpts, and journal articles- you will be asked to make personal sense of new material and discuss it with your peers. TOK encourages students to think critically about this content by reflecting, asking questions, and making connections. This course takes place 2nd semester of junior year and 1st semester of senior year. You will take both semesters.

CREDIT: 0.5 SEMESTER PREREQUISITE: None

Journalism Journalism and Newspaper are both taught at the Schellenberg Campus.

JOURNALISM GRADE: 9-12 Students are active journalists in this class, uncovering and reporting on stories that have meaning to them. This class is for those who love writing who will learn how to communicate through interviews with newsmakers. Basic journalism skills enable students to understand how important an independent press truly is for a democracy. By working in teams and then as individuals, journalists will gain new skills in writing, asking questions, setting up interviews, and how that will translate into providing new information via our on-line news source, “The Compass”. Those interested in photojournalism, sports, or video news reports will also have opportunities to learn new techniques. Class may be repeated for credit.

CREDIT: 0.5 SEMESTER PREREQUISITE: None

ADVANCED JOURNALISM GRADE: 10-12 Students take on the leadership positions of the district’s online newspaper, The Compass. Students in this class will become the editors of areas of the newspaper and will become members of the editorial board. Each student will learn more about student rights and responsibilities, the First Amendment, the Student Press Law Center, and ethics in journalism. Students will work independently and should expect to work outside of class while meeting deadlines. Class may be repeated for credit.

CREDIT: 1.0 FULL YEAR PREREQUISITE: Journalism or instructor approval 18

YEARBOOK (Taught at RPHS) GRADE: 10-12 This is an advanced class consisting primarily of work directed toward publication of The Sceptre, the school yearbook. Students will learn and practice such skills as computerized design, graphics, writing, interviewing, photography, meeting deadlines, and working together as a staff. Photographers who have successfully completed a photography course are encouraged to take this course, as well as, students with prior yearbook experience and/or students who have taken Journalism class.

CREDIT: 1.0 FULL YEAR: Repeatable PREREQUISITE: Journalism, Digital Photo, computer skills teacher consent or previous yearbook experience

Language Arts The Language Arts curriculum is designed to meet the needs and interests of its broad student population. Each full-year Language Arts course emphasizes vocabulary development, writing as a process, and reading for pleasure and insight.

ENGLISH 9 GRADE: 9 The curriculum teaches to specific Common Core benchmarks while helping to make relevant connections to the world around us. Students will learn and improve upon reading, speaking, and writing skills to meet the state performance standards, as well as beginning a foundation for skills in literary analysis. NCAA

CREDIT: 1.0 FULL YEAR PREREQUISITE: None

ENGLISH 10 GRADE: 10 Students will continue to work toward state performance standards in reading, speaking, and writing through a wide range of reading selections: short story, novel, nonfiction and poetry. In addition, there will be a focus on the skills of literary analysis, both reading and writing, in an effort to prepare students for IB courses in their junior year. NCAA

CREDIT: 1.0 FULL YEAR PREREQUISITE: Sophomore standing

IB LANGUAGE & LITERATURE HL1 GRADE: 11 This course combines the study of literature and language using a range of text types: advertisements, articles, editorials, films, letters, lyrics, speeches and electronic media – blog, text, tweet – in addition to some traditional literary forms: essays, novels, plays, poems or stories. Students will consider how meaning is constructed through language and for what purpose, as well as the way culture impacts the construction and reception of texts. In this course, emphasis is placed equally on writing, reading and speaking skills. NCAA

CREDIT: 1.0 FULL YEAR PREREQUISITE: Junior standing

IB LITERATURE HL1 GRADE: 11 The IB Literature program is a multicultural, international study of literature arranged in the junior year around Creative Nonfiction and Works in Translation. Students engage in close literary analysis through lively class discussions and written reflection and assessment. This course is designed to prepare students for college; therefore, students can earn advanced college credit through Clackamas Community College. NCAA

CREDIT: 1.0 FULL YEAR PREREQUISITE: Earn a C or better in English 9 & 10

IB LANGUAGE & LITERATURE HL2 GRADE: 12 This course combines the study of literature and language using a range of text types: advertisements, articles, editorials, films, letters, lyrics, speeches and electronic media – blog, text, tweet – in addition to some traditional literary forms: essays, novels, plays, poems or stories. Students will consider how meaning is constructed through language and for what purpose, as well as the way culture impacts the construction and reception of texts. In this course, emphasis is placed equally on writing, reading and speaking skills. NCAA

CREDIT: 1.0 FULL YEAR PREREQUISITE: Senior standing

19 IB LITERATURE HL2 GRADE: 12 The IB Literature program is a multicultural, international study of literature arranged in the senior year around Literary Criticism of a variety of text types: novels, nonfiction, poems, and plays. Students engage in close literary analysis through lively class discussions and written reflection and assessment. This course is designed to prepare students for college; therefore, students can earn advanced college credit through Clackamas Community College. NCAA

CREDIT: 1.0 FULL YEAR PREREQUISITE: Earn a C or better in IB English HL1

IB FILM HL1 GRADE: 11-12 IB Film HL1 is a film analysis and production class, which aims to introduce and develop students' skills so that they become adept in both interpreting film texts and making films. With an emphasis on the Documentary and Narrative genres, a student’s ability to interpret film is developed through a multi-cultural exploration into film history and film critical theory; both of which in turn influence student film productions. Students also develop the professional and technical skills (including organizational skills) needed to express themselves creatively with film.

CREDIT: 1.0 FULL YEAR PREREQUISITE: Recommend having earned A or B in English 9 and 10

CONTEMPORARY LITERATURE GRADE: 12 This course will focus on the appreciation of contemporary literature with particular emphasis on surveying a diverse scope of genres (poetry, drama, prose) all written in the last thirty years. We will look at popular literature that is targeted towards a more mass audience than traditional literary works. This course can be taken for just one semester or for the entire year. NCAA

CREDIT: 0.5 SEMESTER PREREQUISITE: None

CREATIVE WRITING 1 & 2 GRADE: 12 Open to writers of all skill levels and backgrounds, this college prep course uses a Writing Workshop model as the basis for the development of students’ writing as we study and practice the elements and techniques of particular genres. Students will be in weekly workshop groups, submitting their own work for review and providing feedback for their peers. CW 1 examines memoir, literary fiction, noir, and speculative fiction. Prerequisite: a desire to write (a lot) and read critically. Creative Writing 1 is offered in the fall only.

CREDIT: 1.0 FULL YEAR PREREQUISITE: Senior standing

Leadership INTRO TO LEADERSHIP GRADE: 9-12 Learn to be a leader in your own life so you can effectively lead others! Leadership is based on character and this class offers students an opportunity to examine their character while also learning new ways to think, learn and communicate. Students will work on their own character development as well as projects that promote positivity within the school.

CREDIT: 0.5 SEMESTER: Non-Repeatable PREREQUISITE: None

LEADERSHIP 2 GRADE: 10-12 Become a better leader through experience! Improve your project management, communication and problem-solving skills while planning events throughout the school year such as Homecoming, Canned Food Drive, Charity Week and much more. If you want to be more involved in student life at RPHS this is the class for you!

CREDIT: 1.0 FULL YEAR: Repeatable PREREQUISITE: Intro to Leadership

LEADERSHIP 3 GRADE: 10-12 This is a required course for all elected ASB and class officers (10th, 11th, & 12th). In addition, students who are not elected into office but who have completed Intro to Leadership and Leadership 2 may apply to the teacher to serve as a class delegate and enroll in Leadership 3. Students in Leadership 3 will plan school events such as Homecoming, Charity Week, etc.

CREDIT: 1.0 FULL YEAR: Repeatable PREREQUISITE: Teacher recommendation–Intro to Leadership and Leadership 2 or ASB/Class Officer

20 Mathematics Mathematics learned in high school is the culmination of formal mathematical preparation for life and work for some students. For others, it is the platform on which further formal study will be built in college and beyond. High School students will learn about and use a variety of functions using each to model real-world data. Students will solidify and expand upon what they have learned about algebra, geometry, measurement, statistics and probability in earlier grades. High School students will continue to develop the ability to reason about mathematics, and they will learn to use technology to develop a deeper understanding of mathematics. Three credits total are required for graduation. Advanced level math courses are available and students are strongly encouraged to take four years of math for college entrance including Algebra 2. Students may face challenges in their math class and will need to develop strategies for overcoming obstacles. This is especially true for students entering Algebra 2 and IB Math.

Materials recommended: • TI-30XS (Scientific Calculator) or equivalent for Algebra 1, Geometry and Algebra Integration • TI-84 Plus (Graphing Calculator) or equivalent for Algebra 2, IB Math Studies and IB Mathematics

ALGEBRA 1 GRADE: 9 This course is a first-year algebra course that covers the content of the Common Core State Standards for Mathematics. Algebra 1 is a required course that provides the foundational skills for high school math and much of college math. Highlights of the course include: • Expressions, Equations and Inequalities: create and simplify expressions; create and solve one-variable equations and inequalities; solve systems of linear equations; simplify, add, subtract, multiply and factor polynomial expressions; solve quadratic equations • Functions: recognize and represent linear, exponential and quadratic functions using tables, graphs, words and equations; identify intercepts, domain and range; model situations with functions and evaluate them to answers questions that arise from these situations. NCAA

CREDIT: 1.0 FULL YEAR PREREQUISITE: Math 8

GEOMETRY GRADE: 9-12 Geometry is a branch of mathematics concerned with properties of shapes and objects in two- and three-dimensional space. This course covers the content of the Common Core State Standards for Mathematics. Highlights of the course include: • Plane Geometric Figures: properties of parallel and perpendicular lines triangles, quadrilaterals, other polygons and circles; geometric constructions; using properties to solve problems • Reasoning and Proof: definitions, postulates, and theorems in a mathematical system; proving conjectures using geometric and coordinate methods • Similarity: properties of similar figures; proving figures similar; applications • Trigonometry: right triangle trigonometry; applications • Geometric Measurement: perimeter/circumference and area of triangles, quadrilaterals, circles and polygons; surface area and volume of prisms, pyramids, cylinders, cones and spheres. • Transformational Geometry: symmetry; reflections; rotations; translations; composite transformations; dilations • Probability: theoretical probability; permutations; combinations; two-way tables NCAA

CREDIT: 1.0 FULL YEAR PREREQUISITE: Algebra 1 credit for both semesters

GEOMETRY IN CONSTRUCTION (Taught at SSC) GRADE: 9-12 For students who want to be challenged by discovering connections between geometry and construction, or have career interests in architecture, design or construction. A hands-on learning experience, this interactive model teaches the concepts of the traditional geometry course, while helping students put those concepts into practice by applying them to construction projects. Class assignments provide students with valuable community-building experience, with assignments that include the construction of sheds, habitable homes for homeless, or other small structures. As in the construction industry, student’s complete safety testing and work together as a crew to finish projects. This course is taught by a math teacher and a construction teacher, and grants two credits – one geometry credit and one elective career and technical (CTE) credit. The course is the second of three required math courses, and is fully aligned with Common Core math objectives.

CREDIT: 2.0 FULL YEAR PREREQUISITE: Algebra 1

FINANCIAL ALGEBRA GRADE: 12 Financial Algebra offers 12th grade students an opportunity to view the world of finance through a mathematical lens. The mathematical formulas, functions and pictorial representations used to assist students in making sense of the financial world around them and equip them with the ability to make sound financial decisions. Highlights of the course include: • Autos: linear and exponential functions, statistics, modeling functions 21 • Individual Living: exponential and linear functions, statistics, trigonometry, systems of equations • Consumer Credit: calculate interest, statistics • Banking Service: modeling, interpreting functions, compound interest • Budgeting: data analysis, modeling functions, literal equations • Income Taxes: calculating future values, investing options and formulas • Retirement: expected value, exponential equations, data analysis, probability, spreadsheets • Employment: exponential functions, graphs of functions, literal expressions/equations, piecewise functions, percents, spreadsheets and formulas

CREDIT: 1.0 FULL YEAR PREREQUISITE: Algebra 1 & Geometry

IB MATHEMATICS APPLICATIONS SL1 & SL2 GRADE: 10-12 This course recognizes the increasing role that mathematics and technology play in a diverse range of fields in a data-rich world. As such, it emphasizes the meaning of mathematics in context by focusing on topics that are often used as applications or in mathematical modelling. To give this understanding a firm base, this course also includes topics that are traditionally part of introductory mathematics courses such as calculus and statistics. The course makes extensive use of technology to allow students to explore and construct mathematical models. Mathematics: Applications and Interpretation will develop mathematical thinking, often in the context of a practical problem and using technology to justify conjectures.

Courses • IB Mathematics Applications Year 1, Credit: 1.0, Full Year Course, Prerequisite: Geometry

• IB Mathematics Applications Year 2, Credit: 1.0, Full Year Course, Prerequisite: IB Mathematics Year 1

CREDIT: 1.0 FULL YEAR PREREQUISITE: See Above

IB MATHEMATICS ANALYSIS SL1 & SL2 GRADE: 10-12 This course recognizes the need for analytical expertise in a world where innovation is increasingly dependent on a deep understanding of mathematics. This course includes topics that are both traditionally part of introductory mathematics courses (for example, functions, trigonometry, calculus) as well as topics that are amenable to investigation, conjecture and proof, for instance the study of sequences and series. The course allows the use of technology, as fluency in relevant mathematical software and hand-held technology is important regardless of choice of course. However, Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches has a strong emphasis on the ability to construct, communicate and justify correct mathematical arguments.

Courses • IB Mathematics Analysis Year 1, Credit: 1.0, Full Year Course, Prerequisite: Geometry o Because Rex Putnam participates in Clackamas Community College’s ACC program, students may earn 5 college credits for MTH 111 over the course of both semesters for • IB Mathematics Analysis Year 2, Credit: 1.0, Full Year Course, Prerequisite: IB Mathematics Year 1

CREDIT: 1.0 FULL YEAR PREREQUISITE: See Above

Sample Student Schedules

Student 1 9th Grade 10th Grade 11th Grade 12th Grade Algebra 1 Geometry IB Math Applications SL1 IB Math Applications SL2

Student 2 9th Grade 10th Grade 11th Grade 12th Grade Algebra 1 Geometry IB Math Applications SL1 Financial Algebra

Student 3 9th Grade 10th Grade 11th Grade 12th Grade Algebra 1 Geometry IB Math Analysis SL1 IB Math Analysis SL2

22 Student 4 9th Grade 10th Grade 11th Grade 12th Grade Geometry IB Math Applications SL1 IB Math Applications SL2 IB Math Analysis SL2

Student 5 9th Grade 10th Grade 11th Grade 12th Grade Geometry IB Math Analysis SL1 IB Math Analysis SL2 IB Math Applications SL2

Grading

Grade Meaning

Indicates the content is understood, and the course objectives have been mastered. A

Indicates an above average understanding of course content and course objectives. B

Indicates an average understanding of course content and most course objectives are met. C Indicates the student has a below average understanding of the course content and a few of course objectives are met; this grade will not meet college entrance requirements. Futhermore, this student will not be well D prepared for the next level.

Indicates the student has not met a sufficient number of course objectives to pass at a minimum level and F therefore, receives no credit. The student must repeat this course.

Science Science classes are laboratory and activity centered. Updated continually, these courses include a wide variety of elective classes that focus on issues of ecology, energy and space. The science program provides a solid foundation for those interested in careers in science.

NGSS PHYSICS GRADE: 9 This 9th grade physics course provides a rigorous and engaging curriculum that addresses disciplinary core ideas and crosscutting concepts through the science and engineering practices from the Next Generation Science Standards. This course is centered on the core ideas of motion, stability, waves, and energy and the crosscutting concepts of patterns. Through hands-on experiences, computational thinking, technology, discussions, texts and writing. Students will explore the following topics: patterns, inquiry, velocity, acceleration, forces, energy, waves, electricity, magnetism, power production, climate science, and gravity. NCAA

CREDIT: 1.0 FULL YEAR PREREQUISITE: None

NGSS CHEMISTRY GRADE: 10 This 10th grade course provides a rigorous and engaging curriculum addresses disciplinary core ideas and crosscutting concepts through the science and engineering practices from the Next Generation Science Standards. This course is centered on the core ideas of matter and its interactions, energy, and earth’s systems as well as the crosscutting concepts of patterns and energy and matter. Through emphasis on hands-on experiences, critical thinking, data analysis, and argumentation from evidence, students will explore topics such as: Kinetic Molecular Theory, Elements, The Periodic Table, Bonding, Compounds, Nuclear Change, Chemical Reactions, Thermodynamics, Equilibrium, and Climate Justice. NCAA

CREDIT: 1.0 FULL YEAR PREREQUISITE: None

23 NGSS BIOLOGY GRADE: 11 Be prepared to discover the secret of life. Biology is a hands-on laboratory based class experience. This class introduces the study of life, from bacteria to ecosystems. Topics will include ecology, cells, DNA, genetics and evolution. Students will learn Scientific Inquiry processes, engineering practices and produce work samples. NCAA

CREDIT: 1.0 FULL YEAR PREREQUISITE: None

IB PHYSICS SL GRADE: 11-12 This course is patterned after a college Physics course and is designed for students who enjoy physics and want additional training in preparation for such college majors as pre-med, pre-veterinary, engineering and any science major. The course is designed to teach the fundamentals of Physics and scientific methodology through inquiry opportunities, group and individual projects, and problem-solving activities. Students will often be asked to work independently as well as take on a supervisory role in a group. NCAA

CREDIT: 1.0 FULL YEAR PREREQUISITE: Algebra 2, Physics or Instructor Approval

CHEMISTRY 2 GRADE: 11-12 Advanced Chemistry builds on the foundations of the General Chemistry course, delving deeper into previously covered topics, introducing new concepts and providing the mathematical tools to understand chemical interactions. Core topics include stoichiometric relationships, the quantum model of atomic structure, periodicity, gas laws, chemical bonding and structure, energetics/thermochemistry, chemical kinetics, equilibrium, acids and bases, redox processes, introduction to organic chemistry and measurement and data processing. Each unit is supported by lab activities, and students will develop their skills in writing formal lab reports to college standards. NCAA

CREDIT: 1.0 FULL YEAR PREREQUISITE: Received an A or B in NGSS Chemistry & completion of Geometry or concurrent enrollment

IB BIOLOGY HL1 GRADE: 11-12 Learn why proteins are the coolest things ever!!! Learn why some people can roll their tongue and some people can’t! IB Biology Year 1 will cover cell biology, genetics and evolution. You will learn the material through labs, activities, and lectures. The course will also focus on critical thinking and the process of scientific inquiry. You will learn how to use electronic devices to collect data, and learn how to organize and manipulate data using spreadsheets. College credit may be available in the second year of the course based on IB exam scores at the end of IB Biology Year 2. NCAA

CREDIT: 1.0 FULL YEAR PREREQUISITE: C or better in NGSS Chemistry or instructor approval

IB BIOLOGY HL2 GRADE: 12 You already know that IB Bio is awesome, so let’s continue the fun!!! IB Biology Year 2 includes ecology, plant physiology, and animal physiology. This course will also focus on critical thinking and the process of scientific inquiry. You will have the opportunity to design your own experiment, perform the experiment, analyze the data, and make a conclusion. In May, students may elect to take the IB HL exam. College credit may be available based on IB exam scores. NCAA

CREDIT: 1.0 FULL YEAR PREREQUISITE: IB Biology HL1

GEOLOGY & ASTRONOMY GRADE: 11-12 This class rocks! We spend a good deal of the time identifying and classifying rocks and minerals. It is a lab-based science class where we investigate the make up of the Earth and the processes that shape it. First semester topics include minerals, rocks, weathering, plate tectonics, volcanoes, earthquakes, etc. Second semester we will investigate the make up of the Universe and Earth’s role in it. Topics include Earth-Sun-Moon relationship, constellations, the Solar System, meteors, comets and asteroids, galaxies, etc. By taking this course, you will develop an appreciation for the immensity of the Universe, as well as get a glimpse of the many intricate systems of the Earth. NCAA

CREDIT: 1.0 FULL YEAR PREREQUISITE: None

24 ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE GRADE: 11-12 It's time to look at the big picture: the environment! If you're looking for an interesting science class that has practical application, look no further. In this course you will be introduced to the idea of global sustainability. We will focus on key components that affect the world: water, energy, waste, and agriculture. We will look at how each of these things affect people around the world and evaluate how our societies can change to solve the environmental problems of today. Most of our work will be done in class through projects, notes, documentaries, and discussion making attendance crucial. You will also be introduced to a variety of careers in environmental science through field trips and guest speakers. NCAA

CREDIT: 1.0 FULL YEAR PREREQUISITE: None

SCIENCE COURSE SEQUENCE Please refer to course descriptions for prerequisite information

9TH Grade 10th Grade 11th Grade 12th Grade

NGSS Physics NGSS Chemistry NGSS Biology or Chemistry 2 IB Biology HL1 Environmental Science *Opportunity to take two Geology & Astronomy science courses IB Biology HL2 IB Physics SL

World Language World language study is required for admission to many four-year institutions of higher learning. A grade of “C” or better is needed to fulfill college entrance requirements and advance to the next level of language study at Rex Putnam High School. As some freshmen find the study of a world language challenging, students may opt to begin a world language class starting their sophomore year.

JAPANESE LANGUAGE (Taught at SSC) The four-year Japanese language instruction at North Clackamas School District is designed to help students develop proficiency in listening, speaking, reading, and writing. At the end of the four-year program, students will possess a foundation in communication in the Japanese language that will enable them to continue to learn the language successfully at other education institutions in the United States, or while living, working or studying in Japan. Cultural, philosophical, historical, social, geographical, and political information about Japan will be discussed and studied to help students develop a better understanding of both Japanese and American people and their language. Performance in the classroom builds skills in how to behave in Japanese culture and use the Japanese language correctly in the appropriate cultural context. All four levels of Japanese instruction are taught at SSC.

JAPANESE 1 GRADE: 9-12 This is an introduction to the Japanese language and culture. Students practice listening, speaking, reading, writing skills. Students will be able to understand and write the three writing systems: hiragana, katakana, and kanji. Students at ACTFL Novice Low proficiency should be able to engage in greetings, give self-introduction, ask questions about others, express numbers/quantity, days/dates/relative time, report routine events, location, negotiate basic social routines, ask for clarification/repetition, and identify conditions.

CREDIT: 1.0 FULL YEAR PREREQUISITE: None

JAPANESE 2 GRADE: 10-12 To be successful in this course, students must be at the Novice-Low Level of proficiency and able to perform all functions listed in Japanese 1. Students also need to be able to read and write hiragana and katakana, and kanji. In Japanese 2 the students will continue with listening, speaking, reading and writing. Students will learn to express themselves more in both oral and written speech. Students will learn additional kanji reading and writing. Students at ACTFL Novice-Mid should be able to perform and be able to report past and future events, ask for specific items, identify/describe physical features (relative size, color, quantities, etc.), make suggestions, express quantity (basic counters), express ability, express physical conditions, express wants and needs, request assistance, express frequency.

CREDIT: 1.0 FULL YEAR PREREQUISITE: See above

25 JAPANESE 3 GRADE: 11-12 To be successful in this course, students must be at the Novice-Mid level of proficiency, and be able to perform all functions listed in the Japanese 2 proficiency. Student also must be able to read and write about 100 kanji and be comfortable typing assignments on a computer. The third year of Japanese is designed to help students develop and enhance essential skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing through authentic materials. Vocabulary building and improvement of reading skills, as well as extensive oral and written practice. Students at ACTFL Novice High can give evaluations, describe progressive action, ask follow up questions, confirm information, make plans, seek permission, negotiate routine telephone exchanges, express duration of time, give commands, instruction, describe sequence of events. Through language study, students will make connections with other content areas, compare the language and culture studied with their own.

CREDIT: 1.0 FULL YEAR PREREQUISITE: See above

AP JAPANESE GRADE: 11-12 To be successful in this course, students must be at the Novice-High Level of proficiency, and must be able to perform all functions listed in the Japanese 3 proficiency. Students also need to be able to read and write 300 kanji and need to be able to type assignments in Japanese using a computer. The AP Japanese language and culture course is designed to be comparable to college/university Japanese courses and supports students as they develop the productive, receptive, and cultural skills necessary to communicate with native speakers of Japanese. In keeping the format of the AP Japanese Language and Culture Examination, the various components of language proficiency are often assessed within the context of holistic performance tasks. Students’ proficiency levels at the end of the course are expected to reach at least the Intermediate Low to Intermediate Mid-range, as described in the ACTFL Proficiency Guidelines. This course can be applied towards the Honors Diploma. Students can identify main ideas and some supporting information on familiar topics. Students communicate using rehearsed and original sentences and questions, exchange ideas and obtain and provide information. This includes participating in simple conversations and getting some needs met in the Japanese. Students can state reasons, compare things, express suppositions/predictions, express attitudes/personal feelings, and state intentions. Students will be able to read and write about 400 kanji.

CREDIT: 1.0 FULL YEAR PREREQUISITE: See above

SPANISH Purchase required for workbook and Spanish-English Dictionary.

SPANISH 1 GRADE: 9-12 An introductory course, Spanish 1 instructs students through a communicative approach where much of the class is conducted in Spanish, at a level that is comprehensible to a beginning student. Students will practice skills in listening, understanding, reading and writing in Spanish. Students will also become more knowledgeable of cultural aspects of Spanish speaking countries all while building on simple grammar structures and vocabulary concepts taught in thematic units. NCAA

CREDIT: 1.0 FULL YEAR PREREQUISITE: None

SPANISH 2 GRADE: 9-12 Spanish 2 teaches students through a communicative approach where much of the class in conducted in Spanish. Students will frequently read articles and books in Spanish, write in Spanish and become more knowledgeable of cultural aspects of Spanish speaking countries all while building on the grammatical concepts and vocabulary learned in Spanish I. Students successful in Spanish 2 will have the opportunity to move to IB Spanish the following year. NCAA

CREDIT: 1.0 FULL YEAR PREREQUISITE: Spanish 1 with a “C” grade or higher

IB SPANISH SL1 (3) GRADE: 9-12 This course is the first year of the standard level IB Spanish program. Students expand on their ability to express themselves and to understand and adjust in discourse with others. Additional tenses are taught as well as more detailed grammatical concepts. Students read excerpts from Spanish literature, compose original narratives, give group and individual presentations, and examine culture. Class is conducted in Spanish and students are required to communicate in the target language. Students may choose to receive college credit through Clackamas Community College. NCAA

CREDIT: 1.0 FULL YEAR PREREQUISITE: Spanish 2 with a “C” grade or higher and teacher recommendation

26 IB SPANISH SL2 (4) GRADE: 11-12 This course focuses on developing the students’ mastery of the Spanish language. Students expand and improve their abilities in speaking, writing, listening and reading. Universal topics that incorporate core IB themes introduce a large range of academic vocabulary. Any remaining verbal tenses not covered in Spanish 1-3 are taught as well. Students will read many articles, works of literature, discuss and examine global issues to express themselves through a variety of text types and group/individual presentations in Spanish. Class is conducted in Spanish and students must communicate in Spanish as well. The goal of this class is to prepare students for the IB standard level examination and continuing study at the university level. College credit is available through CCC or by taking the IB exam. NCAA

CREDIT: 1.0 FULL YEAR PREREQUISITE: IB Spanish SL1 (3) with a “C” grade or higher

IB SPANISH HL (5) GRADE: 11-12 This program is a continuation of IB Spanish SL2 (4). Students continue their work with complex grammar and their expansion of vocabulary. Students will also continue to work with a variety of text types pertinent to IB core themes including, but not limited to global questions, social relations, communication, literature, art, and music. The goal of this class is to prepare students for the IB Higher Level examination and continue their study of Spanish at the university level. College credit is available by taking the IB exams and/or registering for CCC credit. NCAA

CREDIT: 1.0 FULL YEAR PREREQUISITE: IB Spanish SL2 (4)

SPANISH LITERATURE 2 GRADE: 9 This course explores a wide variety of cultural products, practices, and perspectives in the Spanish-speaking world. Through the use and study of authentic resources in Spanish and level-based novels, students will increase their proficiency level in the three modes of communication: interpersonal, interpretive, and presentational, and learn about various issues in the Spanish speaking world. Units may include: legends of Latin America, stereotypes, social movements, environmental, political and social issues, immigration, current events, holiday traditions, government and history. Grammar is studied in the context of the authentic resources. Communicating in Spanish and comprehending spoken Spanish will be a major focus. With this focus, students will increase their proficiency level and expand their knowledge of the Spanish language, while broadening their cultural awareness.

CREDIT: 1.0 FULL YEAR PREREQUISITE: Immersion program in middle school or Native Spanish speaker

SPANISH LITERATURE 3 GRADE: 10 This course is for students who have taken Spanish Literature 2 and want to continue their study of the language and culture. This course explores a wide variety of cultural products, practices, and perspectives in the Spanish-speaking world. Through the use and study of authentic resources in Spanish and level-based novels, students will increase their proficiency level in the three modes of communication: interpersonal, interpretive, and presentational, and learn about various issues in the Spanish speaking world. Units may include: the diversity of gastronomy in the Spanish-speaking world, the importance of soccer and the World Cup, the cultural phenomenon of telenovelas and/or lucha libre, other social and political issues, current events, government and history. Grammar is studied in the context of authentic resources. Communicating in Spanish and comprehending spoken Spanish will be a major focus. With this focus, students will increase their proficiency level and expand their knowledge of the Spanish language, while broadening their cultural awareness.

CREDIT: 1.0 FULL YEAR PREREQUISITE: Spanish Literature 2 or Native Spanish speaker

HERITAGE SPANISH LITERATURE 1 GRADE: 9-12 The course allows students who are already Spanish speakers to reactivate the Spanish they know and develop it further, to learn more about their language and cultural heritage, to acquire Spanish literacy skills, to develop Spanish academic language skills, to enhance career opportunities, or to fulfill a world language high school requirement. This course is designed to develop and challenge students’ ability in speaking, reading, writing, listening, and culture development in Spanish. This course offers Spanish-speaking students an opportunity to study Spanish formally in an academic setting even if they have not had a previous Spanish class.

CREDIT: 1.0 FULL YEAR PREREQUISITE: Novice high to Intermediate low proficiency level. (OR: STAMP/SLIP scores at 3 or higher)

27 HERITAGE SPANISH LITERATURE 2 GRADE: 9-12 The course allows students who are already Spanish speakers to reactivate the Spanish they know and develop it further, to learn more about their language and cultural heritage, to acquire Spanish literacy skills, to develop Spanish academic language skills, to enhance career opportunities, or to fulfill a world language high school requirement. This course is designed to develop and challenge students’ ability in speaking, reading, writing, listening, and culture development in Spanish. This course offers Spanish-speaking students an opportunity to study Spanish formally in an academic setting even if they have not had a previous Spanish class.

CREDIT: 1.0 FULL YEAR PREREQUISITE: Heritage Spanish Literature 1

Social Sciences Social Science courses are designed to examine the interaction of people in the world, the major institutions, and the government and history of the United States. By understanding more about one’s self as well as the contributions of others, students become better-informed and more effective citizens.

WORLD HISTORY GRADE: 9 This course is the core Social Studies class for the 9th grade. Students will be expected to study, interpret, analyze and evaluate the outcomes of the major events of: The Industrialization Revolution, Immigration, Imperialism, the World Wars, World Religions, Independence movements and current global world issues. The course focuses on the period from the late 1800’s through the present. Daily course work will include analysis of sources and reading and writing for history. NCAA

CREDIT: 1.0 FULL YEAR PREREQUISITE: None

GOVERNMENT GRADE: 10 This is the core social studies class for 10th grade. This course covers the structure of the U.S. government, political ideas and parties, and the US Constitution and it’s amendments. Students will study, interpret and evaluate the roles of each branch of government. Specifically, students will learn about how laws are made and enforced, the rights that individual citizens have and where power resides in our government. NCAA

CREDIT: 0.5 SEMESTER PREREQUISITE: None

U.S. HISTORY GRADE: 11 This is the core social studies class for the 11th grade. Students will be expected to study, interpret, analyze and evaluate the outcomes of major historical events/topics throughout the 20th Century including the Great Depression/New Deal, Cold War, Civil Rights and modern day issues. Daily course work will focus on the reading/analyzing of primary and secondary sources and writing for history. NCAA

CREDIT: 1.0 FULL YEAR PREREQUISITE: None

IB HISTORY HL1 GRADE: 11 This course is the first of a two-year Higher Level IB History course that is designed to lay the foundations for Year 2 course work and the IB exams given during the senior year. Students will be introduced to the six historical concepts - change, continuity, causation, consequence, significance and perspective - which carry through the two year program. Year 1 will cover the following topics: Cold War Origins – 1960, Authoritarian States (China and Soviet Union), US Policies of Truman and Eisenhower, Civil Rights and Social Movements in the Americas post-1945. Students will also complete the Internal Assessment during Year 1 of the course. NCAA

CREDIT: 1.0 FULL YEAR PREREQUISITE: Must earn a C or better in Government

IB HISTORY HL2 GRADE: 12 Students will continue and complete the 2-year IB History course. Year 2 will cover a number of topics: Cold War 1960-1991; US History 1960-1991; Latin America 1950s-1980s; and South African Apartheid 1948-1964. The course will be shaped by the following historical concepts - Change, Continuity, Causation, Consequence, Historical Significance, and Perspectives - and will support student growth towards meeting the goals of the RPHS/IB Learners Profile. In addition, all students will prepare for the IB History exam in May, as well as the course 2-year final. NCAA

CREDIT: 1.0 FULL YEAR PREREQUISITE: Must earn a C or better in IB History HL 28 ECONOMICS GRADE: 12 This course addresses broad concepts of both national and global economics. Students will learn the various types of economic systems and their features, history and development. Students will learn how economic indicators describe the condition of a nation’s economy, explore the role government plays in the economy, and they will also make the connection between voting and economic policies. Students will also get a clear understanding of personal finances, including the outcomes of borrowing money, taxes, investments and retirement planning. NCAA

CREDIT: 0.5 SEMESTER PREREQUISITE: None

College & Career Readiness COLLEGE & CAREER READINESS GRADE: 11-12 This one-semester class focuses on preparation for life beyond high school. Students will explore career paths based on their interests, skills, and personality preferences and will investigate related topics (pay, market growth, required education). Students also learn job-readiness skills, including creating resumes, completing job searches, writing cover letters, and practicing interview skills. In addition, the course covers research into college and other education options and steps to prepare for future education decisions (majors, environments, application requirements, financial aid and scholarships). Financial Literacy Standards – including those related to credit and loans, consumer protections, taxes, insurance, saving and investing and developing a budget – are also addressed in this class. Students who successfully pass the course also meet their Extended Application (EA) graduation requirement.

CREDIT: 0.5 SEMESTER PREREQUISITE: None

EXTENDED APPLICATION (EA) GRADE: 11-12 The Extended Application graduation requirement will be completed during the 11th grade College & Career Readiness class or advanced level Sabin-Schellenberg courses.

Other Courses - Elective

CAFETERIA WORK GRADE: 9-12 A program designed for students wishing to work in the school cafeteria. Students are employed in a “fast food” position: cook’s assistant, stocking coolers, etc. These jobs are for 1 period only with pay. Prior approval from counselor required. Pass/Fail only.

CREDIT: 0.5 SEMESTER: Repeatable PREREQUISITE: Placement Approval

ELEMENTARY MENTOR GRADE: 10-12 The Elementary Mentor will be someone who can help younger students on a one to one or small group basis in a number of subject areas. It is the intent of this program to assist elementary teachers in the classroom. Responsibilities vary per placement, but may include working with individual students, assisting in developing or delivering curriculum. Mentors will be required to adhere to the rules and expectations of the elementary teacher. Rex Putnam currently offers placements at participating elementary schools. Bus transportation is provided for specific schools. Pass/Fail only.

CREDIT: 0.5 SEMESTER: Repeatable PREREQUISITE: None

EXCUSED PERIOD GRADE: 12 All students will take eight classes for the 2020-2021 school year. Seniors may have an excused period in their schedule. If a student plans to leave campus there will need to be a permission form signed by a parent and/or guardian. Students will have access to the commons, career center and the library to do class work.

CREDIT: None SEMESTER PREREQUISITE: None

29 OFFICE ASSISTANT & STUDENT AIDE GRADE: 11-12 Office Assistant or Student Aide shall apply to students who work under direct supervision in a classroom, an office area library or service area. A Student Aide/Office Assistant contract must be obtained from the counseling office, completed contracts due within first two weeks of semester and returned to that office before enrollment is completed. Students are responsible for finding their own supervisor. Students will receive a Pass/Fail grade.

CREDIT: 0.5 SEMESTER PREREQUISITE: None

STUDY HALL GRADE: 9-11 Study Hall is a recommended class for all 9th and 10th grade students. Juniors (11th) can also take Study Hall if space allows. Study Hall will provide the opportunity for students to learn, practice, and develop the academic skills they need to be successful in high school and beyond. Students will also have the opportunity to complete homework, work on projects, receive adult and peer support for academic issues and have access to resources in the Media Center. Students can opt out of study hall in lieu of another elective course.

CREDIT: 0.0 SEMESTER PREREQUISITE: None

WORK EXPERIENCE GRADE: 11-12 Work Experience provides students who have a job outside of school an opportunity to receive 0.5 credits (limited to 2.0 total credits) if they complete 150 hours of work in a semester and complete a required contract, learning objectives, monthly employer evaluations, and monthly calendars. Completion of requirements, deadlines, and employer participation will result in elective credit.

CREDIT: 0.5 SEMESTER: Repeatable PREREQUISITE: None

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Divison 1 Core GPA & Test Score Sliding Scale YOUR ELIGIBILITY AND YOU ACADEMIC – ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS CORE GPA SAT ACT 3.550 400 37 3.525 410 38 DIVISION 1 3.500 420 39 If you want to participate in athletics or receive an athletics 3.475 430 40 scholarship during your first year, you must: 3.450 440 41 • Graduate from high school 3.425 450 41 • Complete these 16 core courses 3.400 460 42 o 4 years of English 3.375 470 42 o 3 years of math (Algebra 1 or higher) 3.350 480 43 3.325 490 44 o 2 years of natural or physical science 3.300 500 44 (including on year of lab science if offered 3.275 510 45 by your high school) 3.250 520 46 o 1 year extra of English, math or natural or 3.225 530 46 physical science 3.200 540 47 o 2 years of social science 3.175 550 47 o 4 years of extra core courses (from any 3.150 560 48 category above or foreign language, 3.125 570 49 3.100 580 49 comparative religion or philosophy) 3.075 590 50 • Earn a minimum required grade-point average in 3.050 600 50 your core courses; and 3.025 610 51 • Earn a combined SAT or ACT sum score that 3.000 620 52 matches your core-course grade-point average and 2.975 630 52 test score sliding scale (for example, a 2.400 core- 2.950 640 53 course grade-point average needs an 860 SAT). 2.925 650 53

2.900 660 54 Requirements to graduate with your high school class 2.875 670 55 You must complete the 16 core-course requirements in 2.850 680 56 2.825 690 56 eight semesters, which begins when you initially started 2.800 700 57 high school with your ninth-grade class. Ten (10) core 2.775 710 58 classes completed before the start of seventh semester. If 2.750 720 59 you graduate from high school in eight semesters with your 2.725 730 60 class, you may use one core-course unit completed within 2.700 740 61 one year after graduation (summer or academic year) to 2.675 750 61 meet NCAA Division I initial-eligibility requirements. 2.650 760 62 2.625 770 63 2.600 780 64 You may complete the core course at a location other than 2.575 790 65 the high school from which you graduated and may initially 2.550 800 66 enroll full time at a college or university at any time after 2.525 810 67 completion of the core course. 2.500 820 68 2.475 830 69 Division I Qualifier 2.450 840 70 Being a qualifier enable you to: 2.425 850 70 • Practice or compete for your college or university 2.400 860 71 during your first year of college 2.375 870 72 • Receive an athletics scholarship during your first 2.350 880 73 2.325 890 74 year of college 2.300 900 75 • Play four seasons in your sport if you maintain your 2.299 910 76 eligibility from year to year 2.275 910 76 2.250 920 77 Division I Nonqualifier 2.225 930 78 As a nonqualifier, you will not be able to: 2.200 940 79 • Practice or compete for your college or university 2.175 950 80 during your first year of college 2.150 960 81 2.125 970 82 • Receive an athletics scholarship during your first 2.100 980 83 year of college, although you may receive need- 2.075 990 84 based financial aid. 2.050 1000 85 2.025 1010 86 You may be able to play only three seasons in your sport if 2.000 1020 86 you maintain your eligibility from year to year. To earn a fourth season you must complete at least 80 percent of your Remember: Meeting the NCAA academic requirements does degree requirements before beginning your fifth year. 31 not guarantee your admission into a college. You must apply for college admission.

DIVISION II Students Enrolling Prior to August 1, 2020 Division II Partial Qualifier If you enroll in a Division II college and want to participate You will be considered a partial qualifier if you do not meet in athletics or receive an athletics scholarship during your all of the academic requirements listed above, but you have first year, you must: graduated from high school and meet one of the following: • Graduate from high school • The combined SAT score or 820 or ACT sum score • Complete these 14 core courses of 68 o 3 years of English • Completion of the 14 core courses with a 2.000 o 2 years of math (Algebra 1 or higher) core-course grade point average o 2 years of natural or physical science (including on year of lab science if offered As a partial qualifier, you: by your high school) • Can practice with your team at its home facility o 2 additional year of English, math or during your first year of college natural or physical science • Can receive an athletics scholarship during your o 2 years of social science first year of college o 3 years of extra core courses (from any • Cannot compete during your first year of college category above or foreign language, • Can play four seasons in your sport if you maintain comparative religion or philosophy) your eligibility from year to year • Earn a 2.000 grade-point average or better in your core courses Division II Non-qualifier • Earn a combined SAT score of 820 or an ACT sum You will be considered a non-qualifier if you did not score of 68. For individuals enrolling at a college graduate from high school or if you graduated and are or university in Puerto Rico, earn a combined missing both the core-course grade-point average or Prueba de Aptitud Academica score of 730. minimum number of core courses and the required SAT or ACT scores. Student Enrolling on or After August 1, 2020 If you enroll full time in a Division II college on or after As a non-qualifier, you: August 1, 2020 and want to participate in athletics or • Cannot practice or compete for your college or receive an athletics scholarship during your first year, you university during your first year of college must: • Cannot receive an athletics scholarship during • Graduate from high school your first year of college, although you may receive • Complete these 16 core courses need-based financial aid o 3 years of English • Can play four seasons in your sport if you maintain o 2 years of math (Algebra 1 or higher) your eligibility from year to year o 2 years of natural or physical science (including one year of lab science if offered Division III by your high school) Division III colleges and universities develop student- o 3 additional years of English, math or athlete potential through a holistic educational approach natural or physical science that includes rigorous academics, competitive athletics and o 2 years of social science opportunity to pursue many interests and passions. o 4 years of extra core courses (from any Student-athletes are responsible for their own paths and category above or foreign language, are provided with many opportunities to develop within a comparative religion or philosophy) comprehensive educational experience. Division III • Earn a 2.000 grade-point average or better in your minimizes the conflicts between athletics and academics core courses through shorter playing and practicing seasons, a lower • Earn a combined SAT score of 820 or an ACT sum number of contests, no redshirting or out-of-season score of 68. For individuals enrolling at a college organized activities and a focus on regional in-season and or university in Puerto Rico, earn a combined conference play. Prueba de Aptitud Academica score of 730. Division III college-bound student-athletes are not certified Division II Qualifier the NCAA Eligibility Center because Division III colleges Being a qualifier enables you to: and universities each set their own admissions standards • Practice or compete for your college or university and there are no initial-eligibility requirements in the during your first year of college division. College-bound student-athletes should contact • Receive an athletics scholarship during your first their Division III college or university regarding policies on year of college admission, financial aid and athletics eligibility. • Play four seasons in your sport if you maintain your eligibility from year to year

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