2019 ~ 2020 BOTHELL HIGH SCHOOL Course Catalog Grades 9 - 12 Northshore School District Northshore School District prohibits discrimination on the basis of age, sex, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation including gender expression or identity, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, honorably discharged veteran or military status, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability, unless based upon a bona fide occupational qualification, in all its employment procedures, training, programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employee(s) have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged unlawful discrimination: Director of Human Resources (Title IX, ADA, and Civil Rights Compliance), Director of Career & College Readiness (Section 504), 3330 Monte Villa Parkway, Bothell, WA 98021, (425) 408-6000. BOTHELL HIGH SCHOOL MISSION STATEMENT A place where connections are made. NORTHSHORE SCHOOL DISTRICT MISSION STATEMENT Strengthening our community through excellence in education Welcome to Bothell High School ~ Since 1908 we have had a presence in the greater Bothell community and have worked hard to provide challenging and stimulating opportunities for students. Our belief is that your educational experience is best planned by thinking about where you are now and where you want to be upon graduation. We encourage you to make thoughtful selections, challenge yourself, and plan for your life after high school as you spend four years with us. Please consider your goals and read this catalog carefully so you will get the most out of your time here at Bothell High School. Our intent is to offer as many programs and courses based on student interest, as identified by the registration process. Due to staffing constraints and budget issues, we may not be able to offer all courses listed in this publication. It is also our desire that you leave Bothell High School with the tools to be a successful individual ready for your future. Please make choices that will help you on this road to success! Bothell High School Administration TABLE OF CONTENTS Scheduling Policies ......................................................................................................... 1 Naviance ......................................................................................................................... 1 Diploma Requirements .................................................................................................... 2 College Admissions Standards......................................................................................... 4 Credit Exemptions ........................................................................................................... 6 Obtaining Credits ............................................................................................................ 6 GPA Scale ....................................................................................................................... 6 Credit Retrieval Programs ............................................................................................... 7 Fees and Fines ................................................................................................................. 7 Athletic Eligibility ........................................................................................................... 7 Advanced & College Credit Courses ............................................................................... 8 Glossary of Terms ......................................................................................................... 10 Vocal Performing Arts................................................................................................... 12 Instrumental Performing Arts ........................................................................................ 13 Theatrical Performing Arts ............................................................................................ 15 Visual & Technical Arts ................................................................................................ 16 Career & Technical Education Courses in Business ................................................................................................... 21 Courses in Computer Technology .............................................................................. 23 Courses in Family & Consumer Science .................................................................... 25 Courses in Marketing ................................................................................................. 27 Courses in Career Exploration ................................................................................... 28 Additional CTE ......................................................................................................... 31 Satellite Programs ......................................................................................................... 33 WANIC Program........................................................................................................... 38 English .......................................................................................................................... 39 Health & Fitness ............................................................................................................ 43 Mathematics .................................................................................................................. 46 Science .......................................................................................................................... 50 Social Studies ................................................................................................................ 55 Courses in Special Education ......................................................................................... 59 World Languages .......................................................................................................... 61 Additional Courses ........................................................................................................ 64 1 GENERAL INFORMATION Introduction • Student does not have the skills to continue in a year-long class This booklet will familiarize students and • Missing graduation requirement parents/guardians with school procedures, curriculum, graduation requirements, and post-secondary planning. • Missing core academic requirements (i.e.: no Students are responsible for understanding graduation English in schedule) requirements and admission requirements for post-high • Duplicate classes (i.e.: Two PE classes in same school education. semester) • Running Start, WaNIC or Satellite class conflicts Northshore School District high schools provide a • Administrative withdrawal is required learning environment in which all students can pursue • IEP or ELL placement issues knowledge, develop positive attitudes, and acquire skills • Medical conflict (i.e.: broken leg in PE class) necessary for lifelong learning and responsible citizenship • Needing college prep class to meet college in an interdependent world. entrance requirements Expected Student Outcomes • Leaving a very full semester flexible class for another class that is under-enrolled • Preparation of all students to become lifelong learners • Open unscheduled period through the development of creative and critical • Incorrect placement in a class as determined by a thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills. teacher (i.e.: wrong level of math) • Development of a mastery of core competencies to Semester course changes may be allowed within the first prepare for the work place and/or continued education. 10 days without penalty. After the tenth (10th) day, • Preparation of all students to become ethical, courses dropped will receive an ‘F’ grade on student responsible, and contributing world citizens. transcript. Any schedule change that does not meet these • Assistance for students in developing the attitudes, criteria is subject to administrative approval. behaviors, and skills necessary to fulfill their potential. Naviance / Family Connection Counseling & Career Center The Northshore School District is proud to partner with The primary focus of the Counseling Department is to Naviance/Family Connection to deliver a comprehensive help students with academic, personal and vocational high school and beyond plan curriculum. Naviance/ planning and to foster personal exploration and self- Family Connection is a web based college and career awareness. Students are encouraged to set realistic yet program that is designed to assess students’ personalities, challenging goals, to make responsible decisions, to learning style, interests, and strengths, explore careers, understand the consequences of their choices, and to learn college majors, post-secondary opportunities, to self-advocate. All students are assigned to a counselor scholarships, and research colleges effectively and by the first letter of their last name. Students remain with efficiently. Students and parents access their individual their respective counselor throughout high school. accounts through their school’s individual Family Connection website. For more information on how to Lisa Carson A – E 425.408.7021 [email protected] Colin Eggers F – K 425.408.7022 [email protected] access the Naviance/Family Connection site, please