EL CAMINO REAL CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL Ninth Grade Programming Packet El Camino Real Charter High School Mission Statement The mission of ECRCHS is to prepare our diverse student body for the next phase of their educational, professional, and personal journey through a rigorous, customized academic program that inspires the development of students’ unique talents and skills, builds character, and provides opportunities for civic engagement and real-world experiences. El Camino Real Charter HS Student Learning Outcomes In order to succeed in a changing global community, all ECR students will be: • Critical thinkers • Effective communicators • Hard working graduates • Socially responsible citizens 5440 Valley Circle BlvdWoodland HillsCalifornia91367P: 818.595.7500F: 818.595.7578www.ecrchs.net Counseling Department and Tentative Alphabet Breakdown Ms. Stefanie Bero, Counselor (A – Ch) Mr. Justin Graham, Counselor (Ci – Gon) Ms. Xenia Paniagua, Counselor (Goo – Kg / AVID / ESL) Mrs. Lynsey Shano, Counselor (Kh – M) Mr. Stephen Perry, Counselor (Na - Ne / Students with IEPs) Mrs. Sylvia Yi, Counselor (Nf – Sg) Mr. Doug Coleman, Counselor (Sh – Z) Mr. Juan Alba, Assistant Principal Ms. Roxanna Reyes, Senior Office Administrator, Counseling Office #1 Ms. Julianna Murguía, Senior Office Administrator, Counseling Office #2 Administration Mr. David Hussey, Executive Director Mr. Juan Alba, Assistant Principal Mr. Dean Bennett, Assistant Principal Mrs. Minita Clark, Assistant Principal Ms. Emilie Larew, Assistant Principal Ms. Lisa Ring, Assistant Principal Extended Counseling Hours El Camino Real offers extended hours in order to accommodate our families who may not be able to meet with a counselor during regular school hours. One of our academic counselors is available in the counseling office every Tuesday from 3:30 pm – 6:30 pm. No appointment needed. General Course of Study by Grade GRADE 9 GRADE 10 GRADE 11 GRADE 12 English 9 (CP or Honors) English 10 (CP or American Expository Comp/Modern Honors) Lit/Contemporary Comp Lit, Honors Adv (CP or Honors) or AP Comp/Honors English Lit English Language or AP English Lit Algebra 1 or Geometry Geometry, Algebra 2, or Algebra 2, Math Analysis, Math Analysis, Honors (Honors not available) Honors Algebra 2 Honors Math Analysis, Math Analysis, AP AP Calculus, or AP Calculus, AP Statistics, Statistics Multivariable Calculus/Differential Calculus Health / College & World History (CP, US History (CP, Honors, Government/Economics, Careers Honors, or AP) or AP or AP) AP Gov/Econ, or AP European History Econ/Gov PE, Sport, or Equivalent PE, Sport, or Equivalent Chemistry (CP, Honors, Elective (i.e. foreign or AP), Physics (CP or language) AP), or Intro Green Tech Honors Biology or Biology (CP, Honors, or Elective (i.e. foreign Elective Elective (e.g. computer, AP) language) foreign language, or VPA) Honors World History or Elective (i.e. foreign Elective Elective Elective (e.g. computer, language) foreign language, or VPA) ECRCHS Graduation Requirements A – G Requirements Subject Credits Subject Years English 9, 10, 11, 12 40 A History/Soc Studies 2 Math (2 years) 20 B English 4 Health 5 C Mathematics 3** World History 10 D Lab Science 2** US History 10 E Foreign Language 2** Government/Economics 10 F Visual Performing Art 1 G College Prep Elective 1 Biological Science 10 **More years recommended Physical Science 10 PE 20 Visual Performing Art 10 Computers 5 Please speak with your Applied Technology 5 counselor for more specific Electives 75 information regarding graduation Total credits needed 230 requirements and A – G Service Learning* Must complete Career Pathway^ Must complete requirements. Important Notes *Service Learning is a project that will be completed during the student’s senior year in his/her government/economics class. ^The Career Pathway requirement will be met during the student’s senior year by having a conversation with his/her counselor about future career goals. DESIGNATED CLASS LEVELS Annual sequential classes are divided into two semesters, with A representing the first semester, and B representing the second semester (e.g. Algebra 1A, Algebra 1B). Students are expected to remain in these classes for the entire school year. College Prep (CP): (i.e. English 9AB) These classes represent the standard level of academic preparation that high school students should take to meet A – G requirements for college (see below). Students will be enrolled in these classes unless they request (and are approved) to take Honors and/or AP level classes. Honors (H): (i.e. H English 9AB) Honors level classes are very rigorous and fast paced. Students who meet the eligibility requirements should display outstanding ability and work habits in order to enroll in Honors classes. Honors classes require teacher/counselor approval. Advanced Placement (AP): (Grades 10 – 12) (i.e. AP English Lang AB) Students who meet eligibility requirements should display outstanding ability and work habits, and should be committed to taking the Advanced Placement exams if they wish to enroll in AP courses. AP classes require teacher/counselor approval. For more information about the AP program, please visit www.collegeboard.org. “A – G requirement” refers to a sequence of high school courses that students must complete (with a grade of “C” or better) to be minimally eligible for admission to the University of California (UC) and California State University (CSU). SUBJECT YEARS DETAILS A History/Social 2 One year of US History or ½ year of US History and ½ year Studies of civics or American Government. CSU requires one additional year of Social Science. UC requires one year of world history, cultures, and geography. B English 4 Four years of college preparatory English C Mathematics 3 Three years of college-preparatory math that includes the 4 years topics covered in elementary and advanced algebra and two recommended and three dimensional geometry. Approved integrated math courses may be used to fulfill part or all of this requirement, as may math course taken in the seventh and eighth grades. D Laboratory Science 2 CSU requires one biology and one physical. UC requires 3 years classes in at least two of the following areas: biology, recommended chemistry, and physics. E Language other 2 Two years of the same language other than English. than English 3 years recommended F Visual & Performing 1 One yearlong course of visual and performing arts chosen Arts from the following: dance, drama, theatre, music or visual arts G College Preparatory 1 One year (two semesters) in any of the above “A-F” courses Elective beyond those used to satisfy the requirements above or other approved elective. PROGRAMS El Camino Real Charter High School offers a variety of programs designed for students with specific interests and/or other post-secondary education goals. Students should speak with their counselor to learn what requirements must be met and maintained in order to be scheduled into one of these programs. AVID (Achievement Via Individual Determination) This program offers students academic and motivational support while preparing them for college eligibility. An AVID elective course is taken each year to prepare students in the development of writing, language and collaborative problem-solving skills. It provides intensive support with tutorials and strong student/teacher relationships and develops a sense of hope for personal achievement gained through hard work and determination. The goal of this program is to have every AVID student apply to a four-year college. Humanitas This program consists of three college-prep classes at each grade level that work together to build academic skills and make connections between the content areas. Our project-based curriculum prepares students for success in college and beyond. Please visit https://ecrhumanitas.net to learn about the Humanitas program. STEAM (Science + Technology + Engineering + Art + Math) Students in the STEAM program take a preset group of courses to build a strong foundation in science, technology, engineering, art, and math. These include biology, math (either Algebra 1 or Geometry, depending on math ability), Introduction to Technology/Digital Media, Design Craft, and English 9. The STEAM program has an honors and a college preparatory track, with both focusing on A-G requirements. Starting in 10th grade, STEAM participants will have the choice to focus on biomedical, technology/engineering, or environmental themes, within the STEAM program. Art & Design This unique program provides students with the academic and technical preparation necessary to pursue high-skill, high-demand careers in the growing industries of art and design. The fashion design courses are designed to train students who are pursuing a career in fashion design and manufacturing. Students study all aspects of the industry, from operational procedures, management, and merchandising to patternmaking for apparel design and garment alteration and repair. The highlight of the fashion design program is the annual fashion show, where each advanced-level student is asked to design and construct his or her own fashion line. VAPA The new Visual and Performing Arts Academy is a small learning community for students who would like to enhance their high school experience through their art disciplines. VAPA students will be expected to take at least one VPA course each year. Through the support of their counselors and teachers, they will receive guidance in applying to arts-based college programs. The academy culminates in a senior year showcase themed around using art as a vehicle for change. Careers in Entertainment Academy (CEA) This is a four-year, internationally recognized program where students acquire artistic and technical skills in all aspects of film and television production, in order to prepare them for a professional career in the entertainment industry. The following is a breakdown of the courses of the program: • Filmmaking 1AB - includes 1 semester of Film History and 1 semester of beginning Film Production. In Film Production students acquire creative and technical skills necessary to produce their own 4 minute short film as well as a 6 minute group narrative film.