2020-2021 Kamiak Hs Course Guide
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2020-2021 Kamiak hs Course Guide Mukilteo School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Civil Rights Coordinator and Title IX Coordinator Bruce Hobert (425-356-1319), [email protected], Section 504 Coordinator Lisa Pitsch (425-356-1277), [email protected], and the ADA/Access Coordinator Karen Mooseker (425-356-1330), [email protected]. Address: 9401 Sharon Drive in Everett, WA. Inquiries regarding ADA/Access issues at Sno-Isle TECH Skills Center should be directed to Mike Gallagher, Interim Director (425-348-2220), [email protected]. Address: 9001 Airport Road in Everett, WA 98204. - 0 - Kamiak High School Home of the Knights Working Together to Build a Culture of Student Success Kamiak High School Administration Administrative Staff Dr. Eric Hong, Principal Sean Monica, Assistant Principal, A-G Dr. Kimberly Jensen, Assistant Principal, H-Ng Stephen Shurtleff, Assistant Principal, Ni-Z Kim Brown, Dean of Students 425-366-5400 Fax : 425-366-5402 - 1 - Kamiak Career and College Readiness Center Working to prepare Kamiak student for post high school education/training, career and life. Career and College Readiness Center Staff Bryan Stelling, Career and College Readiness Counselor Sharla Chang, Career and College Readiness Specialist 425-366-5450 Specific ways the Kamiak Career and College Readiness Center staff can help students: • ACT & SAT waivers (for qualified students) • Application assistance (college, job, scholarships, etc.) • Assist students with utilizing Washington Occupational Information System (wois.org) • Career assessments (ASVAB, and through WOIS) • College information and requirements • College placement test information (ACT, ACCUPLACER, COMPASS, PSAT & SAT) • Community & technical college information • Financial Aid information (including information about FAFSA/WASFA and Scholarships) • Organize campus visits from college & military representatives • Post high school education and training assistance • Post high school planning • Running Start information • Scholarship information • Small group workshops (ex. scholarships, college applications, community college information) • Sno-Isle Skills Center Information - 2 - Kamiak Counseling Department Working together to enhance the academic, career and social-emotional well-being of all students. Counseling Staff Lisa Smith-Proffitt, Counselor, A-C Alexis Spies, Counselor, D-H Sarah Bell, Counselor, Dept. Chair, I-Mh Reagan North, Counselor, Mi-Sa Bill Stengele, Counselor, Sb-Z Support Staff Jo Boyce, Receptionist Candice Giron, Counseling Assistant Julie Rucker, Registrar Vita Rybachuk, Counseling Assistant 425-366-5446 Fax: 425-366-5404 Specific ways the Kamiak Counseling Department may help students: • Help develop a four-year course plan • Help with personal problems arising from social, home, or classroom situations • Describe available courses and alternate choices • Review credit analysis/transcripts • Discuss graduation requirements • Assist with post-high school plans - 3 - Table of Contents Introduction__________________________________________________________________________ 6 How to Pick the Most Appropriate Schedule for You__________________________________________ 6 Schedule Changes ____________________________________________________________________ 7 High School Graduation Requirements ____________________________________________________ 8 High School & Beyond Planning Worksheet________________________________________________ 11 Course Planning Checklist______________________________________________________________ 12 Withdrawal from Course_______________________________________________________________ 13 Credit Standing______________________________________________________________________ 13 High School Credit for Middle School Courses _____________________________________________ 13 Waiver Requests_____________________________________________________________________ 14 Outside Credit ______________________________________________________________________ 15 World Language Proficiency Exam _______________________________________________________15 CTE Dual Credit _____________________________________________________________________ 16 College in the High School _____________________________________________________________ 17 Running Start ______________________________________________________________________ 18 NCAA Eligibility Center _______________________________________________________________ 18 Sno-Isle Skills Center _________________________________________________________________ 19 GPA/Class Rank _____________________________________________________________________ 20 Official Washington Transcript _________________________________________________________ 20 Weighted Class Values _______________________________________________________________ 21 Advanced Placement _________________________________________________________________ 21 Washington State Honors______________________________________________________________ 22 National Merit Scholarship Program_____________________________________________________ 22 College Admissions___________________________________________________________________ 22 Overview of Minimum College Admission Standards for WA State Public Universities_______________22 - 4 - How to Read Course Descriptions _______________________________________________________ 27 Occupational/CTE Courses ____________________________________________________________ 28 Elective Courses ____________________________________________________________________ 49 English Courses _____________________________________________________________________ 52 Fine and Performing Arts Courses _______________________________________________________ 57 Health and Fitness Courses ____________________________________________________________ 67 Mathematics Courses ________________________________________________________________ 71 Science Courses _____________________________________________________________________ 76 Social Studies Courses ________________________________________________________________ 82 World Language Courses _____________________________________________________________ 85 English as Language Learners Courses ___________________________________________________ 91 Specially Designed Instruction Courses ___________________________________________________ 92 Sno-Isle Skills Center _________________________________________________________________ 96 Index ____________________________________________________________________________ 103 Sample Registration Forms ___________________________________________________________ 105 Course Summary ___________________________________________________________________ 109 - 5 - Introduction The Course Guide is designed to help students and parents/guardians select courses that will meet the educational needs of each student. Included are course descriptions, minimum graduation requirements, college entrance requirements, and other pertinent information. Course descriptions include the content, grade level(s), prerequisites, credit area, and homework rating table. Please give careful thought to class choices. It is imperative during pre-registration to ensure appropriate course offerings and number of class sections available for the following year. Correct class selection is essential to the success of the student’s total four-year program. It is very important that students select subjects in which they will find success and challenge. How to pick the most appropriate schedule for YOU! Every person has unique strengths, interests, and goals. As a student it is important to be thoughtful and intentional about what is best for you and request your courses accordingly. Here are a few things to ask yourself when considering your courses: What courses are required for me to graduate? Be sure to identify the requirements for your specific graduation year and plan your classes accordingly as they may be different for each graduating class. What is the appropriate level for me? It is important to select courses that fit your skill set. This includes mastering any necessary pre-requisite courses. What am I interested in? What are you passionate about? How will your course selection nourish your interests and help you on your journey beyond high school? Look into the career/education paths you are considering once you graduate from high school to see if there are specific classes/requirements you must fulfill in order to pursue those options. Does my course selection contribute to balance in my life? Are you taking on a healthy amount of responsibility and challenge? It is important to challenge yourself as a student and as an individual. However, it will do you no service if your commitments cause you to feel stressed out and drained. Talk with your counselor if you have questions or concerns about this. *Take note of the number of homework hours that go with each course and consider how they will fit into your schedule without compromising your physical, mental, and emotional health. Also, think about where else you are dedicating your time,