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James Logan High School

Intellect Interconnectedness Integrity

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James Logan

James Logan High School (JLHS/Logan) is the largest high school in Northern California, serving about 4,000 students - representing 61 countries, and 47 languages. The diversity of the student population is both a strength of Logan and an area of focus. To meet the many different needs of the student population, a multitude of different courses is offered, including 6 different languages, a fully developed visual and performing arts program, academic & career pathways, and academies - each with its own focus. Beyond academics, Logan works to serve its students with over 100 clubs, 14 different sports, an inter-nationally recognized forensics program, as well as band and color guard programs. After two years of working with community groups, local churches and parents, in fall of 2011, Institute of Community Leaders (ICL) opened its doors. A school-within-a-school, it now serves over 360 9th and 10th graders with a focus on 4 year college preparation, community leadership and service, and will grow to serve over 700 students in the future.

About

School-wide Learning Outcomes

Contacts

Principal Amy McNamara Address 1800 H Street Union City, CA 94587 Phone: 510-471-2520 Fax: 510-471-0514 http://loganweb.nhusd.k12.ca.us House 1 510-471-2520 ext. 60114 Attendance: ext. 60141 House 2 510-471-2520 ext. 60115 Attendance: ext. 60142 House 3 510-471-2520 ext. 60116 Attendance: ext. 60143

Intellect

While at James Logan High School, students will be able to explore, develop, and master skills and knowledge over time.

Students will demonstrate: · Curiosity

· Mastery

· Continuous Learning

Interconnectedness

While at James Logan High School, students will develop an understanding of themselves and an openness to Logan’s diverse cultures, thereby enriching and strengthening society

Students will demonstrate: · Cultural Understanding · Global Knowledge · Social Responsibility

Integrity

While at James Logan High School, students will be supported in being honest, respectful to all, and will be given opportunities to demonstrate personal responsibility.

Students will demonstrate: · Honesty

· Respect

· Personal responsibility

The 3 I’s represent key characteristics of a Logan student and explain how students will contribute to their larger com-munity. These outcomes also identify key activities, student work and school resources that support this development. These 3 I’s will be used to help us focus our efforts and resources in helping move our school forward.

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Contents

Foreword 1

Graduation Requirements 2

Credits Required 2 Community Service 2 Alternative Paths to Diploma 2 Grade Point Average (GPA) 2

CAHSEE 3

Typical 4-year Course Sequence 3

Types of GPA 3

College Entrance Requirements 4

The “a - g” requirements 4 UC Requirements 5 Cal State Requirements 5 CSU Eligibility Index 6 California Community Colleges 6

Student Athletes & NCAA Requirements 7 Academic Pathways at Logan

Institute of Community Leaders (ICL) 8 The PUENTE Program 8 Science Technology Engineering

Math Pathway 9 Marketing & Management 9 Electronic Media Production 9

UC/CSU “a - g” Courses at Logan 10 Advanced Placement & Honors 11

Academic Information 12

Grading & Classroom

Management Policy 12 Class Change / Withdrawal Policy 12 Concurrent Enrollment 12 Repeating Courses 12 Mission Valley ROP 12 Short-term Independent Study 13 Recognition Programs 13 Graduation Honors 13

Career Technical Education (CTE) & ROP 14

English Language Arts 21

Ethnic Studies 26

Foreign Language 28

History / Social Science 33

Mathematics 38

Physical Education 42

Science 43

Visual & Performing Arts (VAPA) 47

Other / Non-Departmental 55

Guidelines for Choosing a Course 56 Online Registration 57 Index of Courses 57 JLHS Four Year Plan 59

Bell Schedule 60

Dear Students: you have in your hands a

docu-ment that represents the collective knowledge of

your award-winning school, James Logan High.

The knowledge represented here is both vast and

deep, and the most exciting part is that it’s all

available to you! There’s something for everyone,

and we hope you take advantage of as much of

our offerings as possible.

This catalog is designed to help you in several

ways. First, it provides an overview of graduation

and college entrance requirements. Second, it

can guide you in making choices about classes to

take while in high school. Third, and more

im-portantly, it will help you discuss with your family

and your counselor the direction you wish to go

after graduating from high school. Setting high

standards for yourself in high school will provide

you with the most options after high school. Keep

this in mind as you plan your high school program.

All students are encouraged to take advanced

mathematics and science courses. Employment

trends indicate that people entering the job

mar-ket in the next few years will need a high level of

proficiency in mathematics and science. Your

counselor will work with you to continue your

mathematics and science education throughout

high school (And note: the State of California now

requires that every student take and pass Algebra

to graduate.)

This catalog has all the information you’ll need to

select your required courses and electives. But of

course your counselor is a great resource, and will

be able to answer your questions, fine tune your

selections, and help create a plan to meet your

individual needs. So take advantage of everything

James Logan offers, and enjoy the experience.

Have fun and good luck!

James Logan High School

Counseling Department

Foreword

Catalog Online

Access the course catalog on the Logan website

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Required Department Credits Required Typical (but not required) Course Sequence

English Language Arts (ELA) 40 credits

English 1 - Grade 9 English 2 - Grade 10

American Literature - Grade 11

Expository Reading & Writing - Grade 12 Social Science 30 credits

World Studies - Grade 10 United States History - Grade 11

American Political Systems / Economics - Grade 12 Life Science 10 credits Biology

Physical Science 10 credits Chemistry, Conceptual Physics, Physics Mathematics 20 credits Algebra 1

Geometry

Physical Education 20 credits Physical Education - Grade 9 Physical Education Grade 10 - 12 Fine Arts/Career Technical: VAPA or

Foreign Language or CTE or ROP 10 credits Language course / VAPA / CTE / ROP course Ethnic Studies 5 credits Usually taken in Grade 9, before or after Life Skills

Electives (no more than 40

non-departmental credits may be earned) 75 credits

Any credits exceeding the required amount from the above cate-gories as well as non-departmental credits

TOTAL: 220 CREDITS

Graduation Requirements

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The information below represents the minimum requirements to earn a diploma. Note that most college-bound students and athletes take additional courses in science, math, ethnic studies, visual and performing arts, and foreign languages to meet col-lege entrance requirements.

In addition to the academic requirements described below, the following are also required for graduation with a diploma:  An overall grade point average (GPA) of 2.0

 Successful passage of the California High School Exit Examination (CAHSEE)  20 Hours of Community Service

 All students must take Life Skills in grade nine

In order to graduate, each student must complete at least 20

hours of community service. The approved list of community

service is in a handout found in the Career Center in Colt Court. If students choose to do community service that is not on the list, the activity must be approved PRIOR TO BEGIN-NING THE ACTUAL COMMUNITY SERVICE. Students may fulfill the community service requirement through projects that are available in the elective courses listed below. These projects focus on some aspects of the course content and must be completed outside of the regular school day.

Courses that offer projects that may meet community service graduation requirement:

Band Sectionals Marching Band Auxiliary Concert Choir Show Choir

Jazz Ensemble Electronic Media Production Jazz Singers Marketing & Management I, II Ecology Peers in Action

Community Service

Alternative Paths to a

Diploma

Conley Caraballo High School (CCHS)

Graduation Requirements: 190 credits, 1.0+ GPA, must

be at least 16 years old to apply and attempted the CAHSEE exam.

Visit cchweb.nhusd.k12.ca.us for more info.

Decoto School for Independent Study (IS)

Graduation Requirements: 190 credits, 2.0+ GPA, must

be strong independent learner

Visit sites.google.com/site/cabelloindependentstudy for more info.

New Haven Adult School

Graduation Requirements: 190 credits, 1.0+ GPA, must

be at least 18 years to apply.

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Grade Point Average (GPA)

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Typical 4-year Logan Course Sequence

Grade Point Average is calculated using student’s semester grades, as following:

A = 4.0 (Honors/AP Weighted GPA: A = 5.0) B = 3.0 (Honors/AP Weighted GPA: B = 4.0) C = 2.0 (Honors/AP Weighted GPA: C = 3.0) D = 1.0 (Honors/AP Weighted GPA: D = 1.0) F = 0.0

Logan transcripts list four types of GPAs used for different purposes:

Overall GPA:calculated using grades earned in all courses from grade 9 to 12. It is not weighted. This GPA is used to determine eligibility for graduation and athletic eligibility.

Weighted GPA: calculated using grades earned in all courses

from grade 9 to 12, with extra grade points given for honors

and AP courses. This GPA is used to calculate honor rolls. UC / CSU A-G Weighted GPA: calculated using grades in only

“a - g” courses during grades 10 to 12. This GPA is used to determine college eligibility, and graduation honors at JLHS. It is often called “college GPA.”

State GPA: calculated using grades earned in all courses from

grade 10 to 12, except PE and non academic courses (such as Teacher Assistant). It is not weighted. This GPA is used to determine eligibility for Cal grants.

The course sequence below depicts a typical student. It is based on a student taking six courses each semester. Note that this is NOT the required sequences of courses at Logan. Many students elect to take additional/different courses depending on career/college aspirations.

Grade 9 / Freshman Year

1. English 1

2. Math (Algebra 1 or Higher)

3. Biology / Chemistry / Concept Physics 4. PE

5. Ethnic Studies / Life Skills 6. Elective

Grade 10 / Sophomore Year

1. English 2

2. Math (Geometry or Higher)

3. Biology / Chemistry / Concept Physics 4. World Studies

5. PE 6. Elective

Grade 11 / Junior Year

1. American Literature 2. U.S. History 3. Elective 4. Elective 5. Elective 6. Elective

Grade 12 / Senior Year

1. Expository Reading & Writing 2. APS / Economics

3. Elective 4. Elective 5. Elective 6. Elective

CAHSEE (California High School Exit Exam)

California public school students are required by state law to pass the California High School Exit Examination, as well as satisfy all other state and local requirements, in order to re-ceive a high school diploma. The CAHSEE is comprised of two sections - English Language Arts and Math (ELA and Math section tests are given on separate days).

All students, including English Language Learners and stu-dents with disabilities, must first take the CAHSEE in the grade ten. Students who do not pass the exam in grade 10

will have additional opportunities in grades 11 and 12 to retake the part(s) not passed. It is important to remember

that a student must satisfy all graduation requirements and pass the California High School Exit Exam in order to receive a diploma. (Students with IEPs may receive exemptions.)

Students in Grade 10 will take the CAHSEE once during the spring of 2013-14. Students in Grade 11 who have not yet passed CAHSEE will 3 opportunities to take the test, and students in grade 12 will have up to 5 opportunities to take the test.

Testing dates are listed below. (Please note that tests listed below may not all be administered at Logan.)

October 7 & 8, 2014 November 4 & 5, 2014 February 3 & 4, 2015 March 17 & 18, 2015 May 12 & 13, 2015

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College Entrance Requirements

The University of California’s freshmen admission requirements represent a good measure of admission requirements for most colleges and universities. The “a - g” requirements created by the UC system indicate that a student must complete the high school courses listed below. Students must take 15 units of high school courses to fulfill the Subject Requirement - seven units of which must be taken in the last two years of high school. (A unit is equal to an academic year or two semesters of study.) Note that some colleges and universities, especially private and out-of-state, may have different entrance requirements.

(a): History/Social Science

2 years required - Two years of history/social science

includ-ing one year of world history, cultures, and geography; and or one year U.S. history or one half year U.S. history and one half year of civics or American government.

(b): English

4 years required - Four years of college preparatory English

that include the reading of classic and modern literature and frequent and regular writing. No more than one year of ELD-type courses can be used to meet this requirement.

(c): Mathematics

3 years required, 4 years recommended - Three years of

col-lege-prep math that include the topics covered in elementary and advanced algebra and two and three-dimensional geom-etry. Approved integrated math courses may be used to fulfill this requirement, as may math courses taken in the 7th / 8th grade that Logan accepts as equivalent courses. (Note:

be-ginning with the class entering in Fall Quarter 2015, these 3 years of mathematics must include one year-long course in geometry.)

(d): Laboratory Science

2 years required, 3 years recommended - Fundamental

knowledge in at least two foundational subjects: biology, chemistry, and physics. Advanced laboratory science courses that have biology, chemistry, or physics as prerequisites and

offer substantial new material may be used to fulfill this re-quirement. The last two years of an approved three-year in-tegrated science program that provides rigorous coverage of at least two of the three foundational subjects may be used to fulfill this requirement.

(e): Language other than English

2 years required, 3 years recommended - Two years of the

same language other than English. Courses should empha-size speaking and understanding and include instruction in grammar, vocabulary, reading, composition, and culture. Courses in languages other English taken in 7th/8th grade may be used to fulfill part of this requirement if Logan accepts them as equivalent courses.

(f): Visual and Performing Arts (VAPA)

1 year required - A single year-long approved arts course

from a single VPA discipline: dance, drama/theater, music, or visual art.

(g): College Preparatory Electives

1 year required - One year (two semesters), in addition to

those required in "a-f" above, chosen from the following: visual and performing arts (non-introductory-level courses), history, social science, English, advanced mathematics, labor-atory science, and a language other than English (a third year in the language used for the "e" requirement or two years of another language).

The chart below compares Logan’s graduation requirements to entrance requirements at most colleges and universities.

Requirement Logan Colleges / Universities

English 4 years 4 years

Math 2 years 3 years (4 recommended)

Science 1 year Life / 1 year Physical 2 years (3 recommended)

Social Science 3 years 2 years (World His, US His, Government)

VAPA / Foreign Lang 1 year 1 year VAPA + 2 years Foreign Lang (3 years recommended)

Physical Education 2 years N/A

Electives 75 credits 1 year of college prep elective

Life Skills Grade 9 N/A

Ethnic Studies 5 credits N/A

Grade Point Average Overall of 2.0 Varies by university. (Note: No Ds. Only A, B, or C grades.)

The “a - g” Requirements

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UC Requirements

See details: admission.universityofcalifornia.edu

Grade Point Average

If a student's UC/CSU A-G Weighted GPA is 3.5 or higher, the student has met the minimum requirement for admission to the University. If a student's GPA is below 3.5 and above 2.77, the student must achieve the necessary college en-trance test score indicated in the Eligibility Index on the next page to meet the minimum admission requirement. The University calculates the "a - g" GPA

by assigning point values to the grades students earn, totaling the points, and dividing the total by the number of "A-G" course units. Points are as-signed as follows: A=4 points, B=3 points, C=2 points, D=1 point, and F=0 points. Only the grades students earn in

the "A-G" subjects taken in grades 10 and 11 are used to cal-culate the GPA.

The University assigns extra points for up to four units of certified honors level and advanced placement courses tak-en in the last three years of high school: A = 5 points, B = 4 points, and C = 3 points. Grades of D earned in honors courses are not assigned extra points. No more than two units of certified honors level courses taken in grade 10 are assigned extra points.

Grade 9 courses will not be included in the GPA calculation,

however grade 9 courses can be used to meet the Subject Requirement if the student earns a grade of C or better.

Examination Requirement

The UC System allows students to submit either their SAT Reasoning Test ® scores of their ACT Plus Writing ® scores. Students must take their entrance exams by December of their Senior year - preferably earlier. For more information, visit the websites below:

ACT: www.actstudent.org SAT: sat.collegeboard.org

Eligibility in Local Context (ELC)

Students who rank in the top 9% of their graduating class based on their UC/CSU Weighted GPA (GPA of 3.0+ and com-pletion of at least 11 “a – g” courses prior to starting their senior year) are eligible for admission to the UC through the ELC program - a partnership set up between the UC System and California high schools. This early evaluation and admis-sion occurs during the summer leading to the students’ sen-ior year. To remain eligible, students must fulfill all general admission requirements.

Logan students who are identified for this program have their transcripts evaluated over summer after their junior year. They are then notified in August and September of their sen-ior year in order to meet the November application dead-lines. For more information, please see your counselor.

Cal State Requirements

See details: www.csumentor.edu

The California State University (CSU) system represents 23 campuses across the state. Admission offices consider 3 main factors in determining eligibility:

1. Graduation from high school. 2. Completion/grades in “a - g” courses 3. Scores on SAT / ACT exams.

Because of the number of students who apply, several cam-puses have higher standards (supplementary admission crite-ria) for all applicants, or for particular majors. Many CSU cam-puses utilize local admission guarantee policies for students who graduate or transfer from high schools and community colleges that are historically served by a

CSU campus in that region. For more details, please see a counselor or visit

the CSU Mentor website. Students are encouraged to create an account on the CSU Mentor website - it offers free help on the CSU system, information on campuses and financial aide.

Grade Point Average

The CSU uses a calculation called an eligibility index (see next page for complete chart) that combines student’s high school GPA with the score earned on either the SAT or ACT tests. It is useful to take either an SAT or ACT test as the score may also indicate if a student does not need to take English and math placement tests after being admitted and before enrolling at the CSU.

High School Courses

Students applying for CSU are required to complete the “a - g” course sequence. The CSU requires a minimum 15-unit pattern of courses for admission as a first-time freshman. Each unit is equal to a year of study in a subject area. A grade of C or better is required for each course used to meet any subject requirement.

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CSU Eligibility Index Table

GPA ACT Score SAT Score GPA ACT Score SAT Score GPA ACT Score SAT Score 3.0 and above qualifies for any score

2.99 10 510 2.66 17 780 2.33 23 1040 2.98 10 520 2.65 17 780 2.32 23 1050 2.97 10 530 2.64 17 790 2.31 24 1060 2.96 11 540 2.63 17 800 2.30 24 1060 2.95 11 540 2.62 17 810 2.29 24 1070 2.94 11 550 2.61 18 820 2.28 24 1080 2.93 11 560 2.60 18 820 2.27 24 1090 2.92 11 570 2.59 18 830 2.26 25 1100 2.91 12 580 2.58 18 840 2.25 25 1100 2.90 12 580 2.57 18 850 2.24 25 1110 2.89 12 590 2.56 19 860 2.23 25 1120 2.88 12 600 2.55 19 860 2.22 25 1130 2.87 12 610 2.54 19 870 2.21 26 1140 2.86 13 620 2.53 19 880 2.20 26 1140 2.85 13 620 2.52 19 890 2.19 26 1150 2.84 13 630 2.51 20 900 2.18 26 1160 2.83 13 640 2.50 20 900 2.17 26 1170 2.82 13 650 2.49 20 910 2.16 27 1180 2.81 14 660 2.48 20 920 2.15 27 1180 2.80 14 660 2.47 20 930 2.14 27 1190 2.79 14 670 2.46 21 940 2.13 27 1200 2.78 14 680 2.45 21 940 2.12 27 1210 2.77 14 690 2.44 21 950 2.11 28 1220 2.76 15 700 2.43 21 960 2.10 28 1220 2.75 15 700 2.42 21 970 2.09 28 1230 2.74 15 710 2.41 22 980 2.08 28 1240 2.73 15 720 2.40 22 980 2.07 28 1250 2.72 15 730 2.39 22 990 2.06 29 1260 2.71 16 740 2.38 22 1000 2.05 29 1260 2.70 16 740 2.37 22 1010 2.04 29 1270 2.69 16 750 2.36 23 1020 2.03 29 1280 2.68 16 760 2.35 23 1020 2.02 29 1290 2.67 16 770 2.34 23 1030 2.01 30 1300 2.00 30 1300

GPA of below 2.0 does not qualify for regular admission

California Community

Colleges

See details: home.cccapply.org

The California Community Colleges system consists of over 100 colleges, with a large number of additional cam-pus centers and classrooms throughout the state. Each college offers a diverse array of educational programs, with specializations that reflect the unique character of the local region.

Admissions Requirements

California community colleges are required to admit any California resident possessing a high school diploma or equivalent; or any person over the age of 18 who, in the judgment of the board, is capable of profiting from the instruction offered.

Many students attend community colleges with a plan to transfer to a four-year college or university. After com-pleting two years of regular lower-division course work, students may apply to enter the university of their choice as juniors. Students who do not plan to transfer may pur-sue an AA degree or a certificate in a vocational program.

Chabot College Information

Degree/Certificate Programs

Chabot College offers an Associate of Arts Degree to more than 40 technical fields and more than 50 "transfer majors." Some students can qualify for a transfer agree-ment to a four-year college or university after completion of 60 units.

For more information, please see a counselor or visit the Chabot College website - www.chabotcollege.edu.

Ohlone College Information

Early Registration Program - Ohlone Community College

Every senior at James Logan is encouraged to participate in the Ohlone College Early Registration Program. The program starts in February with an information session along with step-by-step instruction on filling out the ap-plication. Every senior fills out an application, and then in March to takes the Math and English placement tests. Students are then encouraged to take part in a field trip to Ohlone College where the students are given addition-al information regarding the different programs, schedul-ing, and discussion of test results. Each student is then scheduled for an individual appointment with a counselor and is able to sign up for classes as early as May.

For more information, please see a counselor or visit the Ohlone College website - www.ohlone.edu.

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Student Athletes & NCAA Requirements

See details: www.eligibilitycenter.org

The NCAA

Student-athletes must register with the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Eligibility Center to be eligible to play NCAA Division I or II sports in college. Athletes playing in Division III do not have to register.

NCAA Eligibility Center

The NCAA Eligibility Center certifies whether prospective col-lege athletes are eligible to play sports at NCAA Division I or II institutions. It does this by reviewing the student-athlete's academic record, SAT or ACT scores, and amateur status to ensure conformity with NCAA rules.

NCAA Divisions I, II, and III

The NCAA is the governing body of many intercollegiate sports. Each college regulated by the NCAA has established rules on eligibility, recruiting and financial aid, and falls into one of the three membership divisions (Divisions I, II and III). Divisions are based on college size and the scope of their athletic programs and scholarships.

Registration with NCAA

The NCAA recommends that student-athletes register at the beginning of their junior year in high school, but many stu-dents register after their junior year. There is no registration deadline, but students must be cleared by the Eligibility Cen-ter before they receive athletic scholarships or compete at a Division I or II institution.

Students must register online at the NCAA Eligibility Center. They will have to enter personal information, answer ques-tions about their course work and sports participation out-side of high school and pay a registration fee.

Students who have received a waiver for the SAT or ACT are eligible for a waiver of the registration fee. The student's counselor must submit confirmation of the student's test fee waiver.

Records Required by the Eligibility Center

Students should arrange to have their high school send in a transcript as soon as they have completed at least six semes-ters of high school. The transcript must be mailed directly from the high school. Students must also arrange to have their SAT or ACT test scores reported directly by the testing company to the Eligibility Center. Students can arrange this when they register for the tests. Students are responsible

for sending in students' final transcripts and proof of gradu-ation at the end of their senior year.

NOTE: more students fail to qualify to play NCAA sports

be-cause of lack of appropriate course work than for low test scores. It is very important to complete the approved core courses and earn appropriate grades in them.

Coursework Requirements

To play sports at an NCAA Division I or II institution, the stu-dent must:

Complete a certain number of high school core courses (defined below).

Earn a certain minimum grade point average in these core courses.

Earn a certain minimum score on the SAT or ACT. Graduate from high school.

Below is an overview of the basic NCAA eligibility criteria. Students are encouraged to visit the NCAA Eligibility Center website for detailed information.

Students must earn a minimum required GPA in core courses and a combined SAT or ACT sum score that matches this GPA on a sliding scale, which can be found on the NCAA Eligibility Center website.

Remedial courses, or those taught at a slower pace or that cover less content are not admissible. And not all classes that meet high school graduation requirements meet NCAA course work requirements.

Meeting NCAA admission requirements does not guarantee admission into college - it simply determines whether

stu-dents may participate in athletics during their freshman year. Students must follow each member college's admission poli-cies and apply directly to that college.

Division I

(16 core courses)

Division II

(16 core courses)

4 years of English 3 years of English 3 years of math (Alg 1 or

higher)

2 years of math (Alg 1 or

higher)

2 years of natural or physical

science (including one year of lab science)

2 years of natural or physical

science (including one year of lab science)

1 extra year of English, math,

or science

3 extra year of English, math,

or science

2 years of social science 2 years of social science 4 years of additional core

course (from any category above, or in a foreign lan-guage, nondoctrinal religion, or philosophy)

4 years of additional core

course (from any category above, or in a foreign lan-guage, nondoctrinal religion, or philosophy)

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Academic Pathways at Logan

James Logan offers a rich array of courses for all students. There is something for everyone! In addition to the mainstream program, Logan offers specialized programs that allow students to focus their attention on particular academic pathways. Be-low is information on these programs. Please see your counselor for further details.

The PUENTE Program

Institute of Community

Leaders (ICL)

The Institute of Community Leaders is a four-year college preparatory program. Students start in grade 9. It ensures that you are taking all the necessary courses to be eligible for a four-year college/university right from high school, and the curriculum is designed to ensure you have the skills to be successful there. The program also has a series of supports built-in to make sure that you are not left behind. In other words, it is for students who want college-ready curriculum with plen-ty of support. The teachers in this program work hard to get to know you - your interests, your needs and your abilities. This program is designed to challenge you, push you, and sometimes pull you through high school! Visit us on Logan's website for more information.

Rigor

Get college-ready academic skills and knowledge

Honors preparation and advanced level course work in English, Math and Science.

 Course Sequence designed to meet the college entrance REC-OMMENDATIONS— not just the requirements (A-G Require-ments).

 Grade-level teaching teams that have established and aligned teaching methods; skills are taught in the same way in each class.

 ICL teachers are trained in nationally recognized professional development programs—Reading Apprenticeship, Facing Histo-ry, and College Board AP Seminars.

Support

Have all the resources you’ll have to rise to that challenge  Block Scheduling. Classes are taught in two-hour blocks so that

teachers have time to work with and provide feedback to stu-dents individually and in small groups each day.

Advisory. Each student has a teacher who acts as their advisor

while in the program. Bi-monthly advisory classes provide op-portunities for self-assessment, goal-setting and learning about college entrance requirements.

MARS. Mandatory Academic Review Sessions are after school

tutoring sessions and homework sessions for students who need help finishing their homework. It is mandatory if you are not completing homework.

Note that ICL has a prescribed course sequence that allows for very few substitutions. Athletes and Forensics team members ARE ABLE TO ENROLL IN ICL. However, if you are a part of other programs at Logan that requires you to take a class during the school day, you will not be able to enroll in ICL - your other classes just won't fit. For example programs such as Band, Choir, Color Guard, Special Day Classes, ELL, Puente all require students to take certain classes in the school day that do not fit into ICL's block schedul-ing. However, after school programs such as Upward Bound work perfectly.

Grades 9, 10, 11, 12

Prerequisite: Application in grade 8

PUENTE's mission is to increase the number of educationally underrepresented students who enroll in four-year col-leges and universities, earn degrees, and return to their com-munities as leaders and mentors to future generations.

The program supports students by :

 Providing academically rigorous 9th and 10th grade college preparatory English classes that incorporate Mexican-American/Latino and other multicultural literature, taught at both grade levels by the same PUENTE-trained teacher.

 Students work closely with a PUENTE coun-selor to prepare and adhere to an academic plan focused on college readiness.

 Students also take part in structured leader-ship activities that allow them to experience the value of life-long community service firsthand.

 Students enroll in a semester-long seminar course in their 11th and 12th grade. PUENTE is open to all students. The application and interview process takes place in the third quarter of 8th grade year. Students are identified for the program by the end of the year. Selected students represent a range of effort and perfor-mance levels and are usually the first in their family to attend college.

Parents are expected to attend meetings, orien-tations, and workshops provided by PUENTE. They must also continuously monitor student progress and achievement to gain acceptance into four-year colleges and universities. Parents are also asked to volunteer as chaperones or to assist with fundraising.

PUENTE students are expected to maintain good academic standing to remain in the program.

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Electronic Media Production

Marketing & Management

Grades 11, 12, Community Service Credit Available Prerequisite: Interest in electronic media.

The Electronic Media Production (EMP) Academy combines video and multimedia production with core Language Arts and Social Science curriculum. Students integrate their academic work with projects that will prepare

them for a career or further education in the exciting fields of video and computer technology. Students learn industry-based applications such as Final Cut Pro, Photoshop, Dream-weaver, GarageBand, and PowerPoint to create web sites, digital art, animation, audio and digital video projects. In their senior year, EMP students produce Logan Live, the daily news program.

Using the tools of Multimedia and Video Production, stu-dents integrate their academic work into career-directed projects that help prepare them for entry-level positions and post-secondary education in the growing fields of Multi-media Production.

The close-knit family environment encourages teamwork while showcasing and improving students' individual skills. Students who successfully complete the program meet the Logan Fine Arts graduation requirement, the UC/CSU "f" requirement, and receive four units of college credit. Com-munity service credit is also available. Interested students should see an EMP teacher for more information.

Students take the following courses in the EMP cohort:

Grade 11: Amer Lit, US History, EMP I (one semester each of

TV Production and Multimedia)

Grade 12: ERWC, APS/Econ, EMP II (one semester each of

TV Production and Adv Multimedia)

Grades 10, 11, 12

Prerequisite: Strong interest in business, 2.50 G.P.A., Good

Attendance, Teacher Recommendation.

Virtual Enterprise / Marketing And Management (M&M) Academy provides appropriate academic support to encour-age and prepare students for the corporate and business community, by offering academic courses (language arts, history/economics, technology, mathematics) that integrate business topics related to marketing and management. Stu-dents operate several real and virtual enterprises on campus while learning and improving their skills in the areas of sales, management, finance, accounting, office management, en-trepreneurship and computer technology. It also provides opportunities for M&M Academy students to participate in trade show and business competitions at the local, state, national and international levels.

A Virtual Enterprise is a simulated business that is set up and run by students to prepare them for working in a real busi-ness environment. The program allows students to experi-ence all facets of being an employee in an actual business. Students are involved in every aspect of running a business, including human resources, accounting, product develop-ment, production, distribution, marketing and sales, and

trading with other practice firms (VEs) around the world. This simulation enables students to

un-derstand how employees, workgroup teams, and departments interact with each other and

work together to achieve the goal of the company. In addition, the simulation

con-veys the expectations of the workplace. Students take the following courses in the M&M cohort:

Grade 10: Introduction to Business

Grade 11: Small Business Management, Amer Lit, US History Grade 12: Marketing & Management, English, APS/Econ

Grades 9, 10, 11, 12

Prerequisite: Strong math background

Logan, in conjunction with Mission Valley ROP, is offering a new STEM pathway! Students will take exciting, yet challeng-ing, engineering courses

developed with industry standards by Project Lead the Way.

The PLTW Pathway To Engineering (PTE) program is a sequence of courses, which follows a proven hands-on, real-world

problem-solving approach to learning. Throughout PTE, students learn and ap-ply the design process, acquire strong teamwork and communication proficien-cy and develop organizational, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills. They

discover the answers to questions like how are things made and what processes go into creating products? Students use the same industry-leading 3D design software used by companies like Intel, Lockheed Martin and Pixar. They explore aerodynamics, astronautics and space life sciences.

Hel-lo, NASA. It’s STEM education and it’s at the heart of today’s high-tech, high-skill global economy. The program is de-signed to prepare students to pursue a post-secondary education and careers in STEM-related fields.

Students will take the following course sequence:

Grade 9: Introduction to Engineering

Design (IED) & Algebra 2

Grade 10: Principles of Engineering (POE)

& Physics

Grade 11 & 12: Capstone PTE courses

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History/Social Science

American Political Systems AP U.S. Government & Politics AP U.S. History

AP World History Modern World Studies U.S. History 1865 to Present

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AP English Language & Comp. AP English Literature & Comp. English 1 English 1 (H) English 1 (Puente) English 2 English 2 (H) English 2 (Puente)

Expository Reading and Writing Humanities Multicultural Literature World Literature

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Algebra 1 * Algebra 2 (H) * Algebra 2 * AP Calculus AB AP Calculus BC AP Statistics College Math College Math (H) Fundamentals of Geometry* Geometry * Intro. to Statistics

Multivariable Calculus & Diff Equations**

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AP Biology AP Chemistry AP Environmental Science** AP Physics 1 Biology Biology (H) Chemistry

Chemistry (H) - ICL Only Conceptual Physics

Forensic Science Investigation Human Anatomy & Physiology Human Anatomy & Physiology (H) Marine Biology

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American Sign Language 1 *

American Sign Language 2 American Sign Language 3 Filipino 1 * Filipino 2 Filipino 3 Filipino 4 French 1 * French 2 French 3 French 3 (H) French 4 Chinese 1 * Chinese 2 Chinese 3 Chinese 4 (H) AP Chinese Language Punjabi 1 * Punjabi 2 Punjabi 3 Punjabi 4 Punjabi 4 (H) Spanish 1 * Spanish 2 Spanish 3 Spanish 3 (H)

Spanish for Native Speakers AP Spanish Literature

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2-D Animation* Acapella/Show Choir Advanced Concert Choir Advanced Drawing Year AP Studio Art Portfolio Band & Woodwinds * Band-Brass, Percussion,* Ceramics Beginning A/B* Ceramics Advanced A and B Concert Band*

Dance- Beginning A/B* Dance- Intermediate Level Dance- Advanced Level Digital Art A/B

Digital Photo 1 Digital Photo 2

Digital Video Arts Prod 1 Digital Video Arts Prod 2 Drama 1 * Drama 2 Drama 3 Dramatic Interpretation * Drawing A/B * Drawing Advanced Electronic Media Prod 1 * Electronic Media Prod 2 Jazz Ensemble

Jazz Singers

Multicultural Art A/B * Painting * Painting Advanced Performing Band* Printmaking A/B * Printmaking Workshop * String Orchestra * Symphonic Band Wind Symphony

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(A = 5, B = 4, C = 3). See page 3 for details. African American History

African American Issues AP Computer Science AP Economics

Asian American Studies Computer Science 2 Creative Writing Economics

Ethnic Women Studies

Filipino Heritage Studies Intro to Engineering Design Issues in Ethnic Studies ** Journalism

Mexican American Heritage Principles of Engineering Psychology 1

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Advanced Placement and Honors

JLHS supports any student who wants to accept the challenges

of an advanced class. However, the opportunity to be in ad-vanced placement or honors classes carries with it certain as-sumptions about the skills and maturity of students who will be doing advanced or college level work. It is hoped that students are primarily motivated by an appreciation for the subject and secondarily by GPA or the AP exam.

Students are expected:

 To be independent learners, willing to read, learn, ask questions, pursue outside reading and research, integrate and discuss material from diverse sources.

 To spend, on average, approximately five hours per week for each AP class.

 To attend class, take tests, and turn in assignments on time.

 To accept that enrollment in an AP course does not guar-antee an A or B grade.

 To gracefully accept assignments, suggestions, and coach-ing from the teacher.

Students who enroll in an advanced placement course or hon-ors course and their parent/guardian must agree to to the following (and sign a written contract):

1. I recognize that I have to demonstrate independence and responsibility. I must meet the highest standards of perfor-mance in any honors or advanced placement course. Hon-ors classes typically require 1-1/2 times as much home-work as non-honors college preparatory classes. Each ad-vanced placement course may require as much as five hours of homework weekly.

2. I know that I cannot transfer from my AP or honors class into the equivalent college preparatory course after the progress report without penalty. A drop after the official DROP date is reflected as a Withdrawal Fail (WF) on the official transcript. I also understand there may not be space available for me in a college prep class and I may have to delay a required class because of my drop. 3. I realize that by enrolling in an advanced placement

course, I am expected to take the corresponding advanced placement exam in May. Funding for this examination is available for those students with demonstrated financial need.

4. I understand that JLHS does not recommend that students take more than 2 AP classes per year.

5. I agree to uphold James Logan High School’s academic integrity policy. I understand that I may be dropped from any honors or advanced placement class with a failing grade pursuant to a violation of the Academic Integrity Policy if I plagiarize, cheat, or submit work other than that which I personally have done.

6. I understand that a California State University and Univer-sity of California approved honors or advanced placement class receives an extra GPA point on the weighted GPA for JLHS. An extra point is not calculated on the un-weighted GPA for official transcripts.

Algebra 2 Honors

Anatomy & Physio Honors AP Biology AP Calculus AB AP Calculus BC AP Chemistry AP Chinese Language AP Computer Science AP Economics

AP English Lang & Comp. AP English Lit & Comp. AP Environmental Science AP French Language AP Physics 1

AP Spanish Language AP Statistics

AP Studio Art Portfolio AP U.S. Gov & Politics AP U.S. History AP World History Biology Honors Chinese 4 Honors College Math Honors English 1 (H)

English 2 (H) French 3 Honors Punjabi 4 Honors Spanish 3 Honors

Date Morning (8:00 AM) Afternoon (12 Noon)

Mon, May 5 Chemistry

Environmental Science Psychology Tue, May 6 Comp Science A

Spanish Lang & Culture Art History Wed, May 7 Calculus AB

Calculus BC Chinese Lang & Culture Thu, May 8 English Lit & Comp Japanese Lang & Culture

Latin Fri, May 9 English Lang & Comp Statistics

Mon, May 12 Biology Music Theory

Physics 1

Physics C: Mechanics (12:00) Physics C: Elec & Mag (2:00) Tue, May 13 US Gov & Politics Human Geography

French Lang & Culture Wed, May 14 US History

German Lang & Culture European History Thu, May 15 Macroeconomics

World History

Microeconomics Italian Lang & Culture Fri, May 16 Comparative Gov & Pol

Spanish Lit & Culture

James Logan is committed to making AP tests available to all students. Each AP test costs $89. College Board offers

a reduced price of $55 to all eligible students. In order to be eligible, students must be on the Free/Reduced Lunch program. Please make sure you apply/renew your status with Logan this year, even if you plan on never eating the school food! Save your “acceptance letter” as it will be needed for registration. Logan will make all efforts to cov-er fees for any students with financial hardships. Please see your AP teacher, or your House Principal about fee reductions and fee waivers.

See schedule below for AP tests in 2015:

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Academic Information

Every effort will be made to assure that students are enrolled in the classes they request. However, it must be understood that the issues listed below may affect the development of a master schedule. As these concerns are addressed, staff al-terations and/or reductions may necessitate schedule chang-es for individual students. Thchang-ese changchang-es will be kept to a minimum, but students and parents must recognize that the possibility for some course changes will exist.

 James Logan HS /NHUSD / California budgets may not be finalized until the summer months.

 Staffing needs, credentialing, retirements, or other fac-tors may not be resolved until a later date.

 Student requests (or lack of requests) for courses may result in changes in course offerings.

Grading & Classroom Management Policy

Students will receive a course syllabus stating the teacher’s grading policy by the end of the second week of each semes-ter. The grading policy for each course will explain the basis for grading and will state what percent of your total grade the following areas will comprise: classwork and homework, participation, projects, tests, quizzes, and the final. The teacher will also define classroom behavior expectations and consequences and distribute this information within the first ten days of class.

Class Change / Withdrawal Policy

A student may withdraw or request a change from a course within the first ten school days of a semester without aca-demic penalty, and without the course being listed on the student’s transcript. After ten days, but before deficiency notices are issued, a student may withdraw from a course with a “WF” grade (“withdrawal with failure”); in such cases, the course is listed on the student’s transcript and a “WF” will be listed next to the course. Moreover, the student will receive no partial withdrawal credit for time spent in the course. The student should enroll in another course and is eligible to receive partial credit for that course in accordance with the “credit by date” listing. The student as well as par-ent(s)/guardian(s) must sign a Withdrawal Policy Form if a student withdraws from a course after the first three weeks of a semester. The Withdrawal Policy Form must be signed by the student’s counselor and House Principal. A student

may not withdraw from a course after the first deficiency notices are issued except with administrator approval.

Concurrent Enrollment

Students may be able to take courses from community col-leges on a concurrent enrollment basis. The courses are tak-en during hours outside the regular school day. Availability for classes may be limited to high school students. Please check with a counselor before signing up. Credits earned via concurrent enrollment do not earn high school credit, but may allow students to advance to the next level. Courses completed through concurrent enrollment are listed on the

student’s transcript under the comments section.

Summer School

During summer, students have the opportunity of taking up to 2 one-semester long courses at JLHS to repeat courses in which they earned a grade of ’D’ or ’F’. A limited curriculum is available, mostly in core academic areas. Priority is given to students who may graduate at the end of summer. It is strongly recommended that any student who fails a class or loses credit during the school year attend summer school to make up the deficiency.

There are various summer school programs available in schools outside of the district or private programs (Ex: BYU). Students wishing to enroll in such programs should check with their counselor ahead of time to be certain that the pro-gram is acceptable and will yield credit.

Repeating Courses

Students may need to repeat a course for purposes of meeting college eligibility requirements or to meet the ’C’ prerequisite for advancing to the next level of a class. Upon completion of the repeated course, both the initial grade and the repeated grade will appear on the transcript. The credit earned in the initial course, will be removed as credit is only granted only once. Courses can be repeated in summer school or during the school year. In deciding to repeat a course during the regular year, the loss of credit must be considered so as to not be deficient for graduation. The

Uni-versity of California only allows for repeating a course if the initial grade was ’D’ or ’F’. If the earned grade was ’C’ or higher, the repeated grade will not be used in calculating GPA for eligibility.

Mission Valley Regional Occupation

Pro-gram (ROP)

See details: www.mvrop.org

James Logan High School offers students an opportunity to participate in courses offered by ROP. Stu-dents assigned to classes at the Mission Valley Regional Occupational Program (Fremont) are expected to follow all ROP rules and conduct themselves in a manner which will bring credit to James Logan High School. The ROP bus leaves Logan twice per day: once in the morning for morning ROP students and once late in the morning for after-noon classes. Students who miss their bus transportation are required to provide their own transportation to the ROP cam-pus. All Logan students will have a pass which permits them

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Short Term Independent Study

Short Term Independent Study is for students who will be absent at least 5, and up to 20 school days. California State Educational Code is very specific regarding the rules and reg-ulations for Short Term Independent Study. Failure to com-plete any of the steps listed below will result in a failure to earn academic and/or attendance credit. Students who go

on Short Term Independent Study but do not turn in assign-ments and paperwork on time will be marked truant for the duration of their absence. In order to go on Short Term

Inde-pendent Study:

1. Make an appointment to with your guidance counselor at least 10 school days before your absence. At that meeting your counselor will give you all of the paper-work required, and go over the process.

2. Have your family fill out the "Master Agreement" con-tract.

3. Have each of your teachers (ALL OF THEM) fill out a "Student Work Assignment" sheet (will be given to you at your counselor meeting). Also get all your independ-ent study assignmindepend-ents, along with any other needed resources, from each teacher.

4. Turn in your completed "Master Agreement" contract and each "Student Work Assignment" sheet to your counselor at least 5 school days before your absence. 5. Complete all assignments during the course of your

ab-sence.

6. On the first day back from your absence, turn in all as-signments and return all other materials to each teacher. 7. On or before your 5th school day back, collect a sample

of graded work from each teacher and have each one complete and sign the "Student Work Assignment" for their class.

8. On or before your 5th school day back, turn in EACH of your completed "Student Work Assignment" sheets and a sample of graded work, plus your "Master Agreement" contract to your House Secretary.

Although school staff is here to assist, completing the paper-work and collecting graded samples of paper-work from each teach-er is the responsibility of the student and his/hteach-er family. Cali-fornia State Educational Code prohibits schools from giving students attendance credit if any of the steps listed above are missing or incomplete. Students who miss a step, or miss even one of the deadlines above will be marked as truant for their absence.

Recognition Programs

Students at James Logan receive many honors for academic achievement, athletic achievement, leadership, school ser-vice, and good attendance. During the year, hundreds of students receive recognition in a variety of ways. Athletes may earn block letters in varsity and junior varsity sports. Scholars may earn academic certificates for making the Hon-or Roll (3.0 GPA Hon-or higher).

In addition to these school-wide recognition activities, many individual groups such as the band, Leadership, Theatre Arts, and various clubs and athletic teams honor their own

mem-bers at programs throughout the year.

Honor Rolls

James Logan High School places a high priority on academic achievement. Recognition for students who achieve to their fullest potential is the goal of our academic honors program. The following academic achievement recognition programs are offered at James Logan:

Superintendent’s Honor Roll: Each semester all students

enrolled in at least 20 credits with straight A’s will be given a certificate and have their name published on the Superintendent’s Honor Roll.

Principal’s Honor Roll: Each semester all students enrolled

in at least 20 credits with a GPA of 3.75 - 3.99 will be given a certificate and have their name published on the Princi-pal’s Honor Roll.

Honor Roll: Each semester all students enrolled in at least

20 credits with a GPA of 3.0 - 3.74 will be given a certificate and have their names published on the Honor Roll.

Graduation Honors

The Seoane-James Memorial Award is the most prestigious honor a student can receive at James Logan. Students must be nominated, then submit an application and be inter-viewed by the principal. The award is presented by the su-perintendent at graduation to the outstanding male and fe-male seniors for academic achievement, involvement in school activities, and community service. Each year, many seniors receive recognition for academic achievement at our Honors Convocation. Aside from the numerous scholarships and grants, each department (Language Arts, Career Tech, Math, Science, etc.) recognizes top students.

Other graduation awards include:

Valedictorian: The student with the highest UC/CSU A-G

Weighted GPA from grade 10 to third quarter of senior year will be chosen as the valedictorian for the class.

Salutatorian: In instances of only one valedictorian, the

student with the second highest UC/CSU A-G Weighted GPA from grade 10 to third quarter of senior year will be chosen salutatorian.

Principal’s Award: Graduating seniors with an overall UC/

CSU A-G Weighted GPA from grade 10 to third quarter of senior year of 4.0 or above will be honored.

Summa Cum Laude: Graduating seniors with an overall

UC/CSU A-G Weighted GPA from grade 10 to third quarter of senior year of 4.0 or above will graduate with the Sum-ma Cum Laude (highest honors) distinction.

Magna Cum Laude: Graduating seniors with an overall UC/

CSU A-G Weighted GPA from grade 10 to third quarter of senior year of 3.5 - 3.99 will graduate with the Magna Cum Laude (high honors) distinction.

Cum Laude: Students with an overall UC/CSU A-G

Weighted GPA from grade 10 to third quarter of senior year of 3.0 - 3.49 will graduate with the Cum laude (honors) distinction.

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Auto Body Painting and Refinishing 1, 2 * 9 Automotive Technology 1

Automotive Technology 2 9 Basic Car Care

Careers in Education 1, 2* 9

Civil Engineering & Architecture * 9 g Computer Animation 1, 2 * 9 Construction Technology 1, 2 * 9 Culinary Arts 1 Culinary Arts 2 9 Digital Photography 1 f Digital Photography 2 f Digital Sound Design 1, 2 * 9 Electronic Media Production 1, 2 Fire Technology 1, 2 * 9

Game Design/Interactive Media Arts * 9 Introduction to Athletic Training Introduction to Computer Applications Introduction to Culinary Arts and Hospitality Introduction to Business

Introduction to Engineering Design (PLTW) g Keyboard for Communication (Sheltered) Law Enforcement/Homeland Security Marketing & Management 1, 2 (CS) Medical Assisting * 9

Medical and Health Careers Medical Occupations 9 Motion Graphics 1, 2 * 9 Multimedia Workshop Nursing Assistant (CS) *9 Personal Business Management Pharmacy Technology 1, 2 * 9 Principles of Engineering (PLTW) g

Sports Therapy 1, 2 * 9 (UC “g” credit for year 1 course) Survival

CS Course includes projects which may be used to meet the Com-munity Service graduation requirement.

* Course offered at Mission Valley ROP Center (busing provided); see catalog for alternate locations, if any. All off-campus classes meet for two periods.

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Course meets the CSU and the UC subject ‘f’ fine arts college entrance requirement.

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Course meets the CSU and the UC subject ‘g’ elective college entrance requirement.

Course Descriptions:

2-D ANIMATION (L8152)

10 Credits, One Year, One Period, Grades 9, 10, 11, 12

Meets CSU and UC ’f’ Visual and Performing Arts college en-trance requirement.

Location: ROP at Logan

2-D Animation follows a lecture/demo/lab format covering the fundamentals of 2-D animation in a Flash software envi-ronment. Students have the opportunity to experience the creative process and all design phases by performing hands-on exercises and projects. Students will learn to draw using vector art tools, and they will give life to their characters through movement and action. Students will write proposals and scripts, draw storyboards, and produce animations that tell a story from beginning to end. Students will participate in project critiques at the completion of every project. In addi-tion, throughout the year, students will develop a digital portfolio of original animations and illustrations. In this course, students will gain conceptual, technical, design, and workplace skills. A lab donation may be requested. This course may not be repeated for credit.

AUTO BODY PAINTING AND REFINISHING 1 (L8213) 20 Credits, One Year, Two Periods, Grades 11, 12 Location: Mission Valley ROP Center in Fremont

Students will learn to identify and utilize materials and tools efficiently. Instruction includes light body work and metal inert gas (MIG) welding with an emphasis on original equip-ment manufacturer (OEM) finishes, as well as custom painting. Students successfully completing the first year may enroll in a second year for more advanced instruction. This course may not be repeated for credit.

AUTO BODY PAINTING AND REFINISHING 2 (L8213X) 20 Credits, One Year, Two Periods, Grade 12 Location: Mission Valley ROP Center in Fremont Prerequisite: Auto Body Painting and Refinishing 1

Second-year students will receive advanced training in body work, MIG welding, original equipment manufacturer (OEM) finishes, and custom painting. This course may not be re-peated for credit.

AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY 1 (L8112)

10 Credits, One Year, One Period, Grades 10, 11, 12 Location: ROP at Logan

Prerequisite: None

The purpose of the Automotive Technology program is to help the student develop the skills and related technical knowledge of automotive services necessary to meet job entry requirements with a strong base for growth and contin-ued education within the industry. Auto Tech 1 is an over-view of the typical skills that make up the auto service indus-try. Students will gain knowledge and experience in such are-as are-as: safety and preventive maintenance, engine principles

Career Technical Education (CTE) & ROP

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