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2019-2020 TIGARD HIGH SCHOOL 1

TIGARD HIGH SCHOOL HOME OF THE TIGERS

9000 SW DURHAM ROAD

TIGARD, OR 97224 PHONE: 503 - 431 - 5400

FAX: 503 - 431 - 5410 WEB: ths.ttsdschools.org

Facebook: Tigard High School | Twitter: @TigardTigers Administration

Principal Andrew Van Fleet 503-431-5408 Associate Principal Tyler Davila 503-431-5560 Associate Principal Andrew Kearl 503-431-5407 Associate Principal Angelita Miller 503-431-5435 Athletic Director Alan Boschma 503-431-5462 International Baccalaureate Mike Savage 503-431-5379 Coordinator Student Activities Director McKenzie Coulson 503-431-5513 Multicultural Coordinator Isaac Camacho 503-431-5458

Counselors

A-Coo: Gwenn Stover [email protected] 503-431-5428 Cop-Gre: Tori Alderman [email protected] 503-431-5424 Gri-Lec: Tammy Gatlin [email protected] 503-431-5488 Led-Paz: Leann Bradshaw [email protected] 503-431-5425 Par-Sm: Jason Ashley [email protected] 503-431-5423 Sn-Z: Emily Cabrera [email protected] 503-431-5427


We will build relationships, engage students, and create an equitable community to foster diverse lifelong learners.

Vamos a construir relaciones, implicar a los alumnos, y crear una comunidad equitativa para fomentar diversos aprendices de toda

la vida.

Courses and programs described herein are dependent on adequate funding. Modifications in course offerings may occur without further notice

Cursos y programas descritos en el presente documento son dependientes de la financiación adecuada. Modificaciones en la oferta de cursos


TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLA DE CONTENIDOS

TIGARD HIGH SCHOOL 1 Administration 1 Counselors 1

TABLE OF CONTENTS 3 GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS 4

REQUISITOS DE GRADUACIÓN 5 ACADEMIC and CAREER PLANNING 6

PLANIFICACIÓN ACADÉMICA y de LAS CARRERAS 7 HIGH SCHOOL COURSES FOR COLLEGE CREDIT/ARTICULATED COURSES 8

CURSOS DE ESCUELA PREPARATORIA PARA CRÉDITO UNIVERSITARIO/CURSOS ARTICULADOS 9 GRADING SYSTEM 10

EL SISTEMA DE CALIFICACIÓN 11 ACADEMIC HONESTY 12

HONESTIDAD ACADÉMICA 13 ATHLETICS & ACTIVITIES ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS 14

ATLETISMO & ACTIVIDADES REQUISITOS DE ELEGIBILIDAD 15 POST-HIGH SCHOOL GUIDANCE 16

ORIENTACIÓN POST-PREPARATORIA 17 CAREER CENTER 18

CENTRO DE CARRERAS 19 GRADUATION/GRADUACIÓN 20 TIGARD HIGH SCHOOL HONOR SCHOOL 21 TIGARD HIGH SCHOOL TAG PROGRAM 22 INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE (IB) PROGRAM 24 COURSE OFFERINGS BUSINESS & MANAGEMENT 27 EARLY CHILDHOOD PROGRAM 30 ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNERS 31 HEALTH AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION 34 INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE (IB) PROGRAM 36 LANGUAGE ARTS 37 MATHEMATICS 40 PERFORMING ARTS 44 SCIENCE 51 SOCIAL STUDIES 55 SUPPORT SERVICES 59 TECHNOLOGY 61 VISUAL ARTS 69 WORLD LANGUAGES 75 OTHER COURSE OFFERINGS 77 OTHER HIGH SCHOOL OPTIONS 80 GLOSSARY OF TERMS FOR COLLEGE-BOUND STUDENTS 82 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS 84


GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS

The chart below represents the current graduation requirements for all higH school students as approved by the Tigard-Tualatin School Board.

COURSE CREDITS

LANGUAGE ARTS 4.0 MATHEMATICS 3.0 SCIENCE 3.0 WORLD HISTORY 1.0 U.S. HISTORY 1.0 ECONOMICS 0.5 GOVERNMENT 0.5 HEALTH 1.0 PHYSICAL EDUCATION 1.0 ARTS/CAREER/ WRLD LANG 3.0 ELECTIVES 8.0

TOTAL: 26.0 In addition to the credit requirements, students must demonstrate proficiency in the Essential Skills of reading, mathematics, and writing, to receive a high school diploma. The Essential Skills are versatile skills that students can use in a variety of academic and work-related tasks.

Juniors will be assessed on their literacy skills in reading and writing, and math skills using the Smarter Balanced Assessment. Smarter Balanced Assessments will go beyond multiple-choice questions and will include open-ended, short answer and essay questions, as well as performance tasks that allow students to complete an in-depth project that demonstrates analytical skills and real-world problem solving. For more information visit: smarterbalanced.org Essential Skills requirements may be met through:

● Smarter Balanced Assessments: Language Arts and Math (Juniors Only) ● Samples of student work scored by trained teachers; or, ● Additional national standardized assessments (such as ACT , SAT, or PSAT.)

REQUISITOS DE GRADUACIÓN El siguiente gráfico representa los actuales requisitos de graduación para todos los

estudiantes de la escuela preparatoria de Tigard.


CURSO CRÉDITOS ARTES DEL LENGUAJE 4.0 MATEMÁTICAS 3.0 CIENCIAS 3.0 LA HISTORIA MUNDIAL 1.0 LA HISTORIA DE LOS EE.UU. 1.0 ECONOMÍA 0.5 GOBIERNO 0.5 SALUD 1.0 EDUCACIÓN FÍSICA 1.0 ARTES/CARRERA/ EXTRANJERA LANG 3.0 ELECTIVAS 8.0

TOTAL: 26.0

Además de los requisitos de crédito, los estudiantes deben demostrar competencia en las habilidades esenciales en lectura, matemáticas, y escritura para recibir un diploma de la escuela secundaria. Las habilidades esenciales son habilidades versátiles que los estudiantes pueden utilizar en una amplia variedad de tareas académicas y tareas relacionadas con el trabajo.

Para cumplir los requisites de las “competencias esenciales,” los estudiantes deben aprobar las evaluaciones del estado o demostrar habilidades a través de ejemplos de trabajo. Abajo se muestran los requisites para cada clase de graduación. Estudiantes deben demostrar sus habilidades en lectura, escritura y matemáticas.

● Leer y comprender una variedad de textos. ● Escribir con claridad y precision ● Aplicar las matemáticas en una variedad de escenarios


ACADEMIC and CAREER PLANNING

Grade 9 Class of 2023

Required Courses Credits

English 1.0

Science 1.0

Math 1.0

World History 1.0

PE 1 0.5

Electives 3.0

Recommended

Health 1 0.5

Total Credits 8.0


Required Courses Credits English 1.0 Science 1.0 Math 1.0 U.S. History 1.0 Electives 3.5 Recommended

Physical Education 0.5 Total Credits 8.0



English 1.0

Math 1.0

Science 1.0

Electives 4.5 Recommended

Health 2 0.5

Total Credits 8.0



English 1.0

Government 0.5 Economics 0.5 Recommended

Math 1.0

Science 1.0

Electives 4.0

Total Credits 8.0


PLANIFICACIÓN ACADÉMICA y de LAS CARRERAS

Grado 9 Clase de 2023

Cursos Necesarios Créditos

Inglés 1.0

Ciencia 1.0

Matemáticas 1.0

Historia Mundial 1.0

PE 1 0.5

Electivos 3.0

Recomendados

Salud 1 0.5

Total Créditos 8.0



Inglés 1.0

Ciencia 1.0

Matemáticas 1.0

Historia de los EE. UU. 1.0

Electivos 3.5

Recomendados

Educación Física 0.5

Total Créditos 8.0



Inglés 1.0

Matemáticas 1.0

Ciencia 1.0

Electivos 4.5 Recomendados

Salud 2 0.5

Total Créditos 8.0



Inglés 1.0

Gobierno 0.5 Economía 0.5 Recomendados

Matemáticas 1.0

Ciencia 1.0

Electivos 4.0

Total Créditos 8.0


HIGH SCHOOL COURSES FOR COLLEGE CREDIT/ARTICULATED COURSES

Tigard High School juniors and seniors may receive college credits for some of their high school courses through “articulated credit” programs. “Articulated” courses are high school courses which match content and outcomes to particular college courses. Although taught in the high school, the course materials, course content and instructional quality are consistent with or articulated with courses offered by Portland Community College (PCC), Clackamas Community College (CCC) Oregon Institute of Technology (OIT), Portland State University (PSU), and Western Oregon University (WOU). Upon graduation from high school, participating students will already have a “jump start” on post-secondary education at a cost far below regular tuition prices, saving both time and money. Students may earn college credit in the following courses:

THS Course Title COLLEGE COURSE CODE Credits Earned

ACCEPTING OREGON UNIVERSITIES *SEE INDIVIDUAL UNIVERSITY FOR SPECIFICS

Art Seminar 2 PCC ART 197 3 OSU, PSU, WOU

Auto Tech 1 & 2 PCC AM 108 & 104 4 PSU, OREGON, WOU

Auto Engine Repair PCC AM 101 4 PSU, OREGON, WOU

Computer Aided Design (CAD) PCC CADD 105 4 PSU, OREGON, WOU

Child Development 1 & 2 PCC ECE 120 & 133

5 OSU, PSU, OREGON, WOU

CS161 Computer Science PCC CS 161 4 OSU, PSU, OREGON, WOU

Digital Arts 1 & 2 PCC MM 110 & 12 4 OSU, PSU, OREGON, WOU

IB Bio: Cells & Molecules PCC BIO 101 4 OSU, PSU, OREGON, WOU

IB History of the Americas PCC HST 201, 202, & 203


IB Psychology 1 PCC PSY 201 4 OSU, PSU, OREGON, WOU


IB Lit 12, HL CCC ENG 104 or WR121


Writing 121 CCC WR 121 4 OSU, PSU, OREGON

PSU Statistics PSU STAT 243/244 8 OSU, PSU, OREGON, WOU

Anatomy & Physiology 1 & 2 OIT BIO 103 & BIO 200

2-6 OSU, PSU, OREGON, WOU

Chemistry WOU CH104 4 OSU, PSU, OREGON, WOU

Intro to Engineering PCC ENGR100 1 OSU, PSU, OREGON, WOU

Savings to students and their parents are considerable and some students earn a term’s worth of credit or more. The completed high school courses are recorded on the high school transcript. Proof of the college credit will not be reflected on the high school transcript, but record of college credits earned may be obtained by contacting the registrar’s office at the individual post-secondary institution.


CURSOS DE ESCUELA PREPARATORIA PARA CRÉDITO UNIVERSITARIO/CURSOS ARTICULADOS

Tigard High School juniors y seniors pueden recibir créditos universitarios por algunos de sus cursos de escuela preparatoria articulada a través de programas de créditos. Los cursos "articulado" son cursos de escuela preparatoria que coincidan con el contenido y los resultados a cursos determinados en la universidad. Aunque enseñados en la escuela preparatoria, los materiales del curso, el contenido del curso y la calidad de la enseñanza son coherentes con o articulado con cursos ofrecidos por Portland Community College (PCC), Clackamas Community College (CCC), Oregon Institute of Technology (OIT) y la Universidad Estatal de Portland (PSU), y la Universidad de Western Oregon (WOU). Al graduarse de la escuela preparatoria, los estudiantes participantes ya tienen un "jump start" en la educación post-secundaria a un costo muy por debajo de los precios de matrícula ordinaria, ahorrando tiempo y dinero. Los estudiantes pueden recibir crédito universitario en los siguientes cursos:

THS Course Title COLLEGE COURSE CODE Credits Earned

ACCEPTING OREGON UNIVERSITIES *SEE INDIVIDUAL UNIVERSITY FOR SPECIFICS

Art Seminar 2 PCC ART 197 3 OSU, PSU, WOU

Auto Tech 1 & 2 PCC AM 108 & 104 4 PSU, OREGON, WOU

Auto Engine Repair PCC AM 101 4 PSU, OREGON, WOU

Computer Aided Design (CAD) PCC CADD 105 4 PSU, OREGON, WOU

Child Development 1 & 2 PCC ECE 120 & 133


CS161 Computer Science PCC CS 161 4 OSU, PSU, OREGON, WOU

Digital Arts 1 & 2 PCC MM 110 & 12 4 OSU, PSU, OREGON, WOU

IB Bio: Cells & Molecules PCC BIO 101 4 OSU, PSU, OREGON, WOU

IB History of the Americas PCC HST 201, 202, & 203




IB Lit 12, HL CCC ENG 104 or WR121


Writing 121 CCC WR 121 4 OSU, PSU, OREGON

PSU Statistics PSU STAT 243/244 8 OSU, PSU, OREGON, WOU

Anatomy & Physiology 1 & 2 OIT BIO 103 & BIO 200

2-6 OSU, PSU, OREGON, WOU

Chemistry WOU CH104 4 OSU, PSU, OREGON, WOU

Intro to Engineering PCC ENGR100 1 OSU, PSU, OREGON, WOU

Ahorros para los estudiantes y sus padres son considerables y algunos estudiantes ganan un valor de un crédito o más de un término. Cursos están grabadas en la transcripción de la escuela preparatoria. Prueba del crédito universitario no se verá reflejado en la transcripción de la escuela preparatoria, pero el registro de créditos universitarios obtenidos pueden obtenerse poniéndose en contacto con la oficina del secretario en cada institución post-preparatoria.


GRADING SYSTEM GRADING PERIODS

Tigard High School operates under a two semester system, with most core classes meeting all year long, electives meeting for a semester and a limited number of classes meeting everyday on the quarter system. Grades are entered on student transcripts at the end of each semester. Our courses that meet everyday will receive a grade at the conclusion of each quarter within the semester. GRADING OPTIONS

All courses are graded A – F unless otherwise stated. Juniors and seniors may choose to take certain elective classes pass/fail; arrangements must be made with the counselor and teacher by the end of the 6th day of the grading period. Special requirements and restrictions apply. Students need to check with their counselor. ADD/ DROP POLICY

Forecasted classes cannot be changed. Course offerings and staffing decisions are based upon student forecasting. Choose courses carefully with the intent to commit to your schedule for the entire year. IB, performing arts, and other yearlong courses are full year commitments. Students and guardians will be asked to sign student forecasting sheets to confirm their commitment to selected courses for the entire year. Students may not change their schedule unless one of the following three problems exist: 1) The student has been assigned the wrong level of a course, 2) The student has an incomplete schedule or unscheduled block, 3) The student is missing a core class. All schedule change requests that do not meet the criteria must be approved by an administrator and communicated to the student’s parent or guardian prior to the change. Approved schedule changes must be made within the first 6 days of the semester. Classes dropped after the 6th day of the semester will be recorded on a student’s transcript as a “WF”. See your counselor for more details. INCOMPLETE GRADES

Teachers may initiate an Incomplete Contract with a student for extenuating circumstances, i.e. prolonged illness, injury or family emergency. Incomplete contracts are not to be used to provide students additional time to improve grades or to complete missing homework, tests and quizzes due to poor attendance or lack of effort prior to the grading period. Students have until the end of the 2nd week following the grading period to complete the work required under an Incomplete Contract. The teacher or student may appeal this time limit by contacting the Associate Principal of Curriculum. There will be an “I” on the student’s transcript until the contractual time period has expired or the work is completed. If the incomplete contract time expires and the student has not made up the work, the “I” will be changed to the letter grade designated by the teacher on the contract. If no letter grade is listed on the contract, the “I” will be changed to an “F”. CREDIT RECOVERY

Students who have failed one or more of the core classes listed below may have an opportunity to recover the credit through an online program called GradPoint. These opportunities are available during the school day, primarily for juniors and seniors. Please note that space is limited and may not be available to all students. Credits available through GradPoint are:

English 9, 10, 11, 12 World History US History Pre-Algebra Algebra 1, 2

● Geometry ● Biology ● Chemistry ● Earth Science ● Physical Science

● Physics ● Health 1, 2 ● Economics ● Government

There are other credit recovery options available at a cost to the student. Students should contact their counselor for a complete listing of accredited alternatives. Prior to enrolling in a recovery course outside of Tigard High School, students must consult with their counselor.


EL SISTEMA DE CALIFICACIÓN

PERÍODOS DE CALIFICIONES

La Escuela Preparatoria Tigard opera bajo una sistema de dos semestres, con la mayoría de los cursos básicos reuniéndose durante todo el año escolar, clases electivas se reúnen por un semestre y un número limitado de cursos se reúnen todos los días en el sistema de bimestres. Las calificaciones se ingresan en las transcripciones del estudiante al final de cada semestre. Nuestros cursos que se reúnen todos los días recibirán una calificación al final de cada bimestre dentro del semestre.

OPCIONES DE CALIFICACIÓN

Todos los cursos están graduados A - F, a menos que se indique lo contrario. Juniors y Seniors podrán optar por tomar ciertas clases electivas pase/no pase; arreglos deben hacerse con la consejera y maestro al final del sexto día del período de calificación. Requisitos especiales restricciones se aplican. Los estudiantes deben consultar con su consejera.

PÓLIZA DE AGREGAR OR DAR DE BAJA Clases proyectadas no pueden ser cambiados.

Los estudiantes no pueden cambiar su horario a menos que uno de los siguientes tres problemas existe: 1) El estudiante ha sido asignado el nivel incorrecto de un curso, 2) El estudiante tiene un horario de bloque incompleto o no programado, 3) Al alumno le falta una clase principal.

Todas las solicitudes de cambio de horario que no cumplen los criterios deben ser aprobadas por un administrador y comunicada con los padres o guardians del estudiante antes del cambio. Cambios aprobados de programación deben ser hechos dentro de los primeros 6 días del semestre. Cursos dados de baja después del sexto día del semestre serán registrados en la transcripción del estudiante como “WF”. Vea a su consejero por mas detalles.

CALIFCACIONES INCOMPLETAS

Los maestros pueden iniciar un contrato incompleto con un estudiante por circunstancias atenuantes, es decir, enfermedades prolongada, lesión o emergencia familiar. Los contratos incompletos no se deben utilizar para proporcionar a los estudiantes tiempo adicional para mejorar las calificaciones o para completar las tareas, exámenes y cuestionarios faltantes debido a la falta de asistencia o falta de esfuerzo antes del período de calificaciones. Los estudiantes tienen hasta el final de la segunda semana después del período de calificaciones para completar el trabajo requerido de un contrato incompleto. El profesor o el estudiante puede solicitar este límite de tiempo poniéndose en contacto con el Director Asociado del Plan de Estudios. Habrá una “I” en el expediente académico del estudiante hasta que el período de tiempo contractual ha caducado o se termine el trabajo. Si el tiempo del contrato incompleto se expira y el estudiante no ha terminado el trabajo, el “I” se ajustarán a la calificación de la letra designada por el maestro en el contrato. Si no se encuentra un grado de letra en el contrato, el “I” se cambiará a una “F”.

LA RECUPERACIÓN DEL CRÉDITO Los estudiantes que han fallado una o más de las clases principales que se enumeran a continuación pueden tener una oportunidad de recuperar el crédito a través de un programa llamado GradPoint online. Estas oportunidades están disponibles durante el día escolar, principalmente para juniors y seniors. Por favor tenga en cuenta que el espacio es limitado y puede no estar disponible para todos los estudiantes. Los créditos disponibles a través de GradPoint son:

● English 9, 10, 11, 12 ● World History ● US History ● Pre-Algebra ● Algebra 1, 2

● Geometry ● Biology ● Chemistry ● Earth Science ● Physical Science

● Physics ● Health 1, 2 ● Economics ● Government

Hay otras opciones de recuperación de crédito disponible a un costo para el estudiante. Los estudiantes deben ponerse en contacto con su consejera para obtener una lista completa alternativas de organizaciones acreditadas. Antes de inscribirse en un curso de recuperación fuera de Tigard High School, los estudiantes deben consultar con su consejera.

ACADEMIC HONESTY


It is expected that students do their own work. In cases where students are permitted to work together on an assignment, it is still expected that the final product turned in by each student is unique and reflects their own ideas. Likewise, if a student asks for help on an assignment from another person, the final product must still reflect their own ideas and efforts. It is further expected that students give credit to the original author whenever they use their ideas by citing the source in an approved format (such as MLA format). This applies even when the ideas are paraphrased.

Types of Academic Dishonesty Plagiarism - the representation of the ideas or work of another person as the student’s own (failing to accurately cite sources, correctly paraphrase, or attribute quotes) Collusion - enabling or facilitating malpractice of another student, by allowing one’s work to be copied or turned in by that student Duplication of Work - turning in the same (or substantially the same) work for different classes or assignments without prior permission Cheating - any activity that gives a student an unfair advantage over other students on an assignment or assessment Examples Academic Dishonesty may include, but is not limited to: ● Unauthorized use of notes on a test or quiz ● Copying another student’s work or answers ● Looking at or attempting to access test questions or answers keys before a test or quiz ● Asking other students who have already taken a test for information about that test, OR providing such

information to other students ● Unauthorized use of electronic devices during tests ● Falsifying lab data ● Fabricating references or citations ● Misrepresenting hours or details of CAS activities ● Lying for the purpose of gaining extra time or special consideration on tests or assignments ● Working together on an assignment that is intended to be completed independently

Consequences for Violations If a student is determined to have committed academic dishonesty, some or all of the following may occur: ● The student may receive a reduced grade on the assignment/assessment, up to and including a zero or no credit. ● The student may be required to redo the assignment or assessment for partial credit. ● The teacher will assign an administrative referral. ● The student’s parents may be notified and/or asked to meet with the teacher and/or administrators. ● In cases of collusion, all students involved will be penalized.


HONESTIDAD ACADÉMICA

Se espera que los estudiantes hagan su propio trabajo. En los casos en que a los estudiantes se les permita trabajar juntos en una tarea, se espera que el producto final que se ha entregado por cada alumno sea único y refleje sus propias ideas. Del mismo modo, si un estudiante pide ayuda en una tarea de otra persona, el producto final debe aún reflejar sus propias ideas y esfuerzos. Se espera, además, que los estudiantes den crédito al autor original cada vez que utilicen sus ideas citando la fuente en un formato aprobado ( como el formato de MLA). Esto se aplica incluso cuando las ideas están parafraseadas. Tipo de Academicas Deshonestas Plagio - la representación de las ideas o el trabajo de otra persona como propias (no se pueden citar con precisión las fuentes, parafrasear correctamente o atribuir citas) Colusión - permitir o facilitar la mala práctica de otro alumno, permitiendo que el alumno copie o entregue el trabajo Duplicación de trabajo - entregando el mismo (o sustancialmente el mismo) trabajo para diferentes clases o tareas sin la autorización anterior Hacer trampa - cualquier actividad que le da al estudiante una ventaja injusta sobre otros estudiantes en una tarea o evaluación Ejemplos La falta de honradez académica puede incluir, pero no se limitan a: ● El uso no autorizado de las notas en un examen o una prueba ● Copia del trabajo o respuestas de otro estudiante ● Ver o intentar acceder a las preguntas de la prueba o las respuestas claves antes de una prueba o prueba ● Pedir a otros estudiantes que ya han tomado la prueba para obtener información sobre esa prueba, o proporcionar dicha información a otros estudiantes ● El uso no autorizado de dispositivos electrónicos durante las pruebas ● Los datos de laboratorio falsificación ● Fabricando referencias o citas ● Falsificar horas o detalles de las actividades de CAS ● Mentir con el propósito de tener tiempo extra o consideración especial en pruebas y trabajos ● Trabajar juntos en una tarea que se debe completar de forma independiente Consecuencias por Violaciones Si es determinado que un estudiante ha cometido la falta de honradez académica, algunos o todos de los siguientes puede ocurrir: ● El estudiante puede recibir una calificación reducida en la tarea / evaluación, hasta e incluyendo cero o ningún

crédito. ● Se le puede pedir al estudiante que vuelva a hacer la tarea y la evaluación para recibir crédito parcial. ● El maestro asignará una referencia administrativa. ● Los padres del estudiante pueden ser notificados y / o pueden reunirse con el maestro y / o los administradores. ● En casos de colusión, todos los estudiantes involucrados serán penalizados.


ATHLETICS & ACTIVITIES ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

Student-athletes must meet the requirements of the OSAA to become and remain eligible. The OSAA requires that TTSD students must be enrolled in and passing 5 classes at all times. With block scheduling, the equivalent of 5 out of 8 semester classes is required. The OSAA and TTSD also require that a student-athlete must be making satisfactory progress toward the District’s graduation requirements. Any exceptions to individual eligibility are defined in the OSAA handbook, under rule 8.1, 8.1.1, 8.1.2, 8.1.3, 8.1.4 and 8.2. The OSAA handbook is on file in each high school athletic office and can be reviewed on the internet at www.osaa.org. A. Minimum Enrollment Requirement: In accordance with OSAA rule 8.1.1 a student athlete in the Tigard-

Tualatin School District must be enrolled in a minimum five (5) classes and must be passing five (5) classes in order to be eligible for competition.

B. Satisfactory Progress Toward Graduation in TTSD: OSAA rule 8.1.2 states that to be scholastically eligible, a student must be making satisfactory progress towards the school’s graduation requirements by earning a MINIMUM of the quantity of credits indicated on the chart below for the specified year

TTSD Credits required to Graduate 26.0 Credits Per Year 6.5

In order to remain eligible, the student athlete must earn AT LEAST the number of credits listed below by beginning of the academic year specified:

By the beginning of 10th grade 4.5 By the beginning of 11th grade 11.0 By the beginning of 12th grade 18.5

Refer to OSAA handbook (rule 8.1.2) referenced above for more detailed information regarding the number of credits earned per year.

NCAA Requirements

Student athletes who are interested in competing in athletics at the NCAA Level Div. I or II in college must register with the NCAA eligibility center. Register online at the NCAA eligibility center website, www.ncaa.org. It is suggested that student athletes register at the end of their junior year. Student athletes registered with the NCAA should confirm with their counselor that course selections fulfill eligibility requirements. Please be aware that the NCAA Eligibility Center does not count courses taken through TTOA, GradPoint or BYU Online. Current Tigard High courses that are NOT approved by the NCAA: Financial Math; Algebra 1.5,; Eng 12: Lit & Film


ATLETISMO & ACTIVIDADES REQUISITOS DE ELEGIBILIDAD

Estudiantes-atletas deben cumplir con los requisitos de la OSAA para ser y seguir siendo elegible. La OSAA requiere que los estudiantes deben estar matriculados en 5 clases y pasando todos en cualquiere momento. Con la de programación de bloque, el equivalente de 5 fuera de 8 semestres de clases es necesario. La OSAA y nuestro distrito también requieren que un estudiante-atleta debe estar haciendo un progreso satisfactorio hacia los requisitos de graduación del distritos. Las excepciones a los requisitos estan definidos en el manual OSAA, bajo de la regla 8.1, 8.1.1, 8.1.2, 8.1.3, 8.1.4 y 8.2. El manual OSAA esta en los archivos de la oficina atlética de cada escuela preparatoria y pueden ser revisados en el internet en www.osaa.org. A. Mínimo Requisito de Inscripción: En acuerdo con la regla OSAA 8.1.1 un estudiante atleta en el Distrito Escolar

Tigard-Tualatin debe estar matriculado en un mínimo de cinco (5) clases y debe estar pasando cinco (5) clases para ser elegibles para la competencia.

B. Un Progreso Satisfactorio Hacia la Graduación en TTSD: Regla 8.1.2 de OSAA establece que para ser elegible academicamente, el estudiante debe estar haciendo progreso satisfactorio hacia los requisitos de la graduación y estar obteniende un mínimo de la cantidad de créditos que se indica en el siguiente gráfico para el año especificado.

TTSD Créditos Necesario para Graduación 26.0 Créditos Anuales 6.5 Para seguir elegible, el estudiante atleta tiene que obtener por lo menos el número de créditos siguientes antes de iniciar el año indicado:

Al iniciar el ano 10º 4.5 créditos Al iniciar el ano 11º 11.0 créditos Al iniciar el ano 12º 18.5 créditos

Refierense al manual OSAA (regla 8.1.2) para información con más detalles que se trata de créditos obtenidos por año Requisitos de NCAA

Requisitos de NCAA

Estudiantes atletas que estén interesados en competir en atletismo en la división de nivel NCAA. I o II en la universidad deben registrarse en el centro de elegibilidad de la NCAA. Regístrese en línea en el sitio web del centro de elegibilidad de la NCAA, www.ncaa.org. Se sugiere que los estudiantes atletas se registren al final de su tercer año. Los estudiantes atletas registrados en la NCAA deben confirmar con su consejero que las selecciones de los cursos que están tomando cumplan con los requisitos de elegibilidad. Tenga en cuenta que el Centro de Elegibilidad de NCAA no cuenta los cursos tomados a través de TTOA, GradPoint o BYU en línea. Los cursos actuales de Tigard High que NO están aprobados por la NCAA: Matemáticas financieras; Álgebra 1.5 ,; Eng 12: Lit y película


POST-HIGH SCHOOL GUIDANCE APPLYING TO COLLEGE The college application process can be a daunting experience. The key to success is to plan ahead and be organized. Start researching your options early, whether it will be to attend a private university, a public college, or a community college. See your counselor for assistance. Here are some key points to remember: ● Take challenging courses in high school so you are prepared for college. ● Take the ACT during your junior year or plan to take the SAT at the end of your junior year and again in the fall

of your senior year, if necessary. ● Start gathering brochures from schools or view their web pages during your junior year and begin to narrow

down your choices. Visit the Career Center at Tigard High School to explore post-secondary options. ● Log on to Naviance to research college and career options in depth. ● Schedule campus visitations to universities during the spring of your junior year and the fall of your senior year. ● Check and re-check college admissions deadlines. ● Allow counselors and teachers three school weeks notice to write letters of recommendation or to fill out

recommendation forms. ● Juniors will be assigned a community mentor to assist them with post-secondary planning.

OREGON STATE SYSTEM OF HIGHER EDUCATION The public colleges and universities in Oregon have high standards for their future students. The following graph shows the academic course requirements for incoming freshmen. A minimum 3.0 GPA is recommended if you are planning to apply to a state school in Oregon.

Oregon University System (OUS) Requirements

English Mathematics Science Social Studies PE/Health World Language

Other

4 credits in language, literature,

speaking and listening, and writing with emphasis on

expository prose

3 credits Algebra or above with completion,

at a minimum, of Algebra 2

or higher

3 credits in 3 fields of

college preparatory

Science (including one year

each in two different fields

of science)

3 credits including one

of 20th Century Studies,

one of Global Studies,

and one of Government/ Economics

None

2 credits of the same

World Language

Additional GPA, SAT 1 and/or ACT

requirements

A letter grade of “D” in core subject areas will not be satisfactory for college admission in the Oregon University System (OUS). A “D” grade would count for high school credit, but not for college admissions standards. Please contact the specific college admission office with questions.

ORIENTACIÓN POST-PREPARATORIA


APLICAR A LA UNIVERSIDAD El proceso de aplicación para las universidades puede ser una experiencia desalentadora. La clave del éxito es planear con anticipación y organizarse. Inicia la búsqueda de tus opciones temprano si piensas asistir a una universidad privada, un colegio public, o un colegio comunitario. Consulte con su consejera. Aquí están algunos puntos claves que debe recordar: ● Tomen cursos difíciles en la escuela preparatoria para que estén preparados para la universidad. ● Tomen el examen de ACT durante su penúltimo año y hagan planes de tomar el SAT al final de su penúltimo

año y nuevamente en el otoño de su último año de preparatoria, si es necesario. ● Empiece a recoger folletos de las universidades o vean las páginas web durante su penúltimo año y comiencen a

reducir sus opciones. Visite el Centro de Carerras en la preparatoria para explorar opciones de post-preparatoria. ● Inicien su sesión de Naviance para la investigar las opciones de carreras profundamente. ● Programen visitas a las universidades durante la primavera de su penúltimo año y al iniciar su último año de

preparatoria. ● Verifiquen los plazos de admisión universitaria. ● Pidanles a sus profesores y consejeras las cartas de recomedación con tres semanas de anticipación. ● Juniors serán asignados un mentor de la comunidad para ayudarles en la planificación de post-preparatoria.

SISTEMA DE EDUCACIÓN AVANZADA DEL ESTADO DE OREGON

Las universidades de Oregon tienen estándares altos para el futuro de sus alumnus. El siguiente gráfico muestra los requisitos de los cursos académicos para los estudiantes de nuevo ingreso. Un promedio mínimo de 3.0 es necesario para la planifición y para matricularse en una universidad del estado de Oregon.

Requisitos del Sistema de Universidades de Oregon (OUS)

Inglés Matemáticas Ciencia Estudios Sociales

PE/Salud Lenguaje Extranjero

Otro

4 créditos en lenguaje, literatura,

hablar y escuchar, y escribir

con énfasis en prosa

expositiva

3 créditos Algebra o anteriores con terminación, como mínimo, de Algebra 2 o superior

3 créditos en 3 tipo de Ciencias para preparatorias de la universidad (incluyendo un año cada uno en dos tipos diferentes de ciencia) 3 créditos incluyendo uno de Estudios del Siglo 20, uno de Estudios Globales, y uno de Gobierno/ Economía.

Ninguno

2 créditos

de el mismo lenguaje

extranjero

Otros Requisitos

Adicionales de GPA, SAT 1

y / o ACT

Una calificación de "D" en las materias esencial no será satisfactoria para la admisión a la universidad en el Sistema Universitario de Oregón (OUS). Una calificación "D" contaría para el crédito de la escuela secundaria, pero no para los estándares de admisión a la universidad. Por favor, póngase en contacto con la oficina de admisión de la universidad específica con preguntas.materia esencial

CAREER CENTER

The Tigard High Career Center is a Career/College Resource Center where all students and parents can take advantage of the numerous resources we have to offer. The Career Center is located next door to the counseling office in Room 450. It is designed to facilitate student research on colleges, scholarships, careers, employment opportunities, and more.


NAVIANCE

COLLEGE VISITATIONS JOB SHADOWS

STRUCTURED WORK EXPERIENCE JOB BOARD

OFF-SITE CAREER RELATED ACTIVITES APPRENTICESHIP INFORMATION CAREER EXPLORATION BOOKS

COLLEGE RELATED RESOURCE MATERIALS ACT/SAT PREP

“COOKIES & CAREERS” MONTHLY CAREER TALKS

The Career/College Center is also the main hub for the THS Mentor Program . . .

The THS Mentor Program is a special volunteer driven program offered by Tigard High School to assist students with their plans after high school, including resources on:

● 4 year colleges or universities ● Community Colleges ● Career/Technical schools ● The Military ● School to work options

Our mentor program works with ALL juniors, no matter what their path might be after high school, and then continues with them as seniors. Mentors partner with the counseling department to create another level of service to help students identify and reach their desired goals for life after high school. Mentors assist students with using the resources in the College/Career Center, provide information on the options available to them, and make students aware of opportunities such as career days, job shadows, internships, scholarships, etc. The Career Center is open Monday through Friday 9:00a.m.-3:00p.m. Visit the High School Website

(www.ths.ttsdschools.org) for more information and a calendar of events.


CENTRO DE CARRERAS El Centro de Carreras de Tigard High es un Centro de Recursos para Universidad y Carreras donde todos los alumnos y los padres pueden aprovechar los numerosos recursos que ofrecemos. El Centro de Carreras está situado al lado de la oficina de consejería en la habitación 450. Está diseñado para facilitar la investigación de universidades, becas, carreras, oportunidades de empleo, y más.

NAVIANCE VISITAS A UNIVERSIDADES

VISITA DE CARRERAS EXPERIENCIA ESTRUCTURADO DE TRABAJO

TABLERO DE TRABAJOS ACTIVIDADES RELACIONADAS A CARRERAS FUERA DE LA ESCUELA

INFORMACIÓN DE APRENDICES LIBROS DE EXPLORACIÓN DE CARRERA

RECURSOS Y MATERIALS RELACIONADOS A LA UNIVERSITARIA PREPARACIÓN PARA LOS EXAMINES DE ACT Y SAT

“GALLETAS Y CARRERAS” CONVERSACIONES MENSUALES DE CARRERA

El Centro de Carreras es también el centro principal del Programa de Mentores… El programa de mentores es un programa dirijido por voluntarios especiales se ofrece por Tigard High School para asistir a los estudiantes con sus planes después de la escuela preparatoria, incluyendo recursos sobre:

● Colegios o universidades de 4 años ● Colegios comunitarios ● Carreras/escuelas técnicas ● El ejercito ● Opciones de escuela al trabajo

Es un programa que funciona con TODOS los juniors, no importa cuál sea su ruta después de la escuela preparatoria, y luego continúa con los seniors. Los mentores en conjunto con el departamento de consejería crean otro nivel de servicio para ayudar a los estudiantes identificar y alcanzar sus metas para la vida después de la escuela preparatoria. Los mentores ayudan a los estudiantes con el uso de los recursos del Centro de Carreras, dan información sobre las opciones disponibles, y hacen que los estudiantes tomen encuenta las oportunidades como los días de carreras, las visitas de trabajo, becas, etc.

El Centro de Carreras está abierto de lunes a viernes de 9:00am-3:00p.m. Visite el sitio Web de

la Escuela Preparatoria (www.ths.ttsdschools.org) para obtener más información y un calendario de eventos.


GRADUATION/GRADUACIÓN Students must complete 26 required credits and their essential skills in order to participate in the graduation ceremony and all school sponsored

graduation activities.

Estudiantes deben completar 26 créditos requeridos y sus habilidades esenciales para poder participar en la ceremonia de graduación y en todas

actividades de graduación.

Early Graduates

Early graduates are students who have completed credit requirements and demonstrated proficiency in the Essential Skills of Language Arts and Mathematics by the end of the first semester of their senior year and will still graduate with their class. If you are interested in this option, you must complete the following:

1. Submit an application to your counselor requesting early graduation by June 15 of the school year prior to your planned graduation.

2. The application must include: a. A program of course work which meets graduation requirements b. Agreement by the counselor, school administrator, and, if appropriate, parent/guardian c. A post-high school career and/or college plan

Estudiantes que Se Graduan Temprano Estudiantes que se graduan temprano son estudiantes que han completado los requisitos de créditos y demostrado su competencia en las habilidades esenciales de Artes del Lenguaje y Matemáticas a finales del primer semestre de su año de graduación y todavía se graduarán con su clase. Si usted está interesado en esta opción, debe completar los siguientes pasos:

1. Presentar una solicitud a su consejera solicitando graduación temprana antes del 15 de junio del año escolar antes de su graduación prevista.

2. La solicitud deberá incluir: a. Un programa de cursos que cumplen con los requisitos de graduación b. Acuerdo con la consejera, administrador de la escuela y, si apropriado, un

padre/guardian c. Un plan de post-preparatoria y/o plan de universidad


TIGARD HIGH SCHOOL HONOR SCHOOL The staff of Tigard High School encourages students to stretch their intellectual potential and to take academic risks. Students who meet the Honors School requirements will be awarded an Honors Cord to be worn at their graduation

ceremony.

Honor School Criteria To graduate with Honors and receive special recognition at graduation, seniors must: ● Complete at least 9 credits from the following list by the end of the senior year (see list below). ● All honors courses must be passed with a letter grade (no Pass/Fail grades). ● Courses can only be counted once toward Honors credit. ● Meet all other graduation requirements.

Honor School Subject Areas and Courses ENGLISH IB Lang & Lit 11, SL (11) IB Lit 11, HL IB Lang & Lit 12, SL (12) IB Lit 12, HL (IB Eng 12) Writing 121

MATH IB Calculus (1, 2) IB Math Studies IB Pre Calculus SL PSU Statistics

SCIENCE Anatomy & Physiology (1, 2) IB Bio: Cells & Molecules IB Bio: Organisms IB Chemistry (1, 2) IB Physics SL

SOCIAL STUDIES IB History of the Americas IB Modern World History IB Psychology (1, 2)

WORLD LANGUAGE French 4, 5 Japanese 4, 5 Spanish 4, 5

ELECTIVES Accounting 2 Advanced Auto Applications Adv. Leadership (11, 12) Advanced Publications Art Seminar 1, 2 Auto Engine Repair AVID (11, 12) Ceramics 3, 4 Child Development 2

ELECTIVES (Contd) Choralation Concert Choir CS161 & CS162 Comp Science Digital Arts 3, 4 Guitar 3, 4 IB Anthropology IB Music SL IB Senior Seminar IB Theater Arts IB TOK Info. Technology 2-7 Intercambio Leadership Jazz Ensemble Orchestra (11, 12) Pub: Brdcst Journalism Theater Arts 4 Wind Ensemble Yearbook

Valedictorian Selection ● Valedictorians must meet Honor School requirements and graduate with an unweighted 4.0 GPA ● All courses necessary to meet Honor School requirements must be graded (i.e. no Pass/Fail) ● If a student takes additional Honor School courses, no more than one may be taken Pass/Fail ● No required classes (graduation requirements) may be taken Pass/Fail ● Students must meet all published deadlines when applying for the Pass/Fail option


TIGARD HIGH SCHOOL TAG PROGRAM

Tigard High School has a comprehensive program option and course offerings for Talented and Gifted (TAG) students. The needs of TAG students are met by enrollment in appropriate courses and by differentiation of curriculum and instructional strategies. To accommodate TAG students in regular English, mathematics, science, social studies, and foreign language courses, teachers adapt the curriculum and instruction according to Tigard-Tualatin School District guidelines. The development of a four-year course study and annual course selections are critical activities for developing individual student programs. During these activities, parents and students should consider all options available for program planning. If students or parents have additional questions, they should contact their child’s counselor, teacher, or associate principal of curriculum.

Tigard-Tualatin School District TAG Mission Statement

The mission of the TAG program is to facilitate appropriate education for talented and gifted students.

District Tag Philosophy

The Tigard-Tualatin School District is committed to an educational program that recognizes the unique value, needs and talents of TAG students. Central to this commitment is instruction that is designed to meet the needs of academically talented and intellectually gifted students. Programming for TAG students embraces the following precepts:

● Gifted students are individuals with unique patterns of abilities and interests. ● Gifted students benefit from spending time with peers with similar abilities and interests. ● Gifted students must be provided instruction in core curriculum at their level and rate of learning. ● Gifted students may need counseling and guidance to address their academic and social needs.

District Goals: TAG Students

1. Identify academically talented and intellectually gifted students. 2. Support of classroom teachers so they can provide TAG students with differentiated learning opportunities that

are designed to meet their rate and level of learning. 3. Provide enriched opportunities for TAG students. 4. Assist teachers to provide students with instruction that fosters inquiry, creativity, critical thinking, and

autonomous learning. 5. Help qualified students understand themselves as learners.

TAG CLASSROOM OPTIONS

Honors School Subject Areas and Courses


Language Arts: IB Lang & Lit 11, SL; IB Lit 11, HL; IB Lang & Lit 12, SL; IB Lit 12, HL (IB Eng 12); Writing 121

Mathematics: IB Pre-Calculus SL, IB Mathematical Studies, IB Calculus, IB Calculus 2 HL, PSU Statistics Science: Anatomy & Physiology 1 & 2, IB Bio: Cells & Molecules, IB Bio: Organisms, IB Chemistry 1, IB

Chemistry 2, IB Physics SL, Social Studies: IB Anthropology, IB History of the Americas, IB Modern World History, IB Psychology 1, IB

Psychology 2 World Language: IB French 4, IB French 5, IB Japanese 4, IB Japanese 5, IB Spanish 4, IB Spanish 5 Electives: AVID (11, 12), Accounting 2, Advanced Auto Applications, Auto Tech 2, Advanced Leadership (11,

12), Art Seminar 1 & 2, Ceramics 3 & 4, Digital Arts 3 & 4, Child Development 2, CS161 Comp Science, Information Technology 3-7, Choralation, Concert Choir, Guitar 3 & 4, IB Music SL, Jazz Ensemble, Orchestra (11, 12), Wind Ensemble, IB Theater Arts, Theater Arts 4, Broadcast Publication, Advanced Publications, IB Senior Seminar, IB TOK, Intercambio Leadership

International Baccalaureate Program Language Arts: IB Lang & Lit 11, SL; IB Lit 11, HL; IB Lang & Lit 12, SL; IB Lit 12, HL (IB Eng 12);

Writing 121 Mathematics: IB Mathematical Studies, IB Pre-Calculus SL, IB Calculus, IB Calculus 2 HL Science: IB Bio: Cells & Molecules, IB Bio: Organisms, IB Chemistry 1, IB Chemistry 2, IB Physics SL Social Studies: IB History of the Americas, IB Modern World History World Language: IB French 4, IB French 5, IB Japanese 4, IB Japanese 5, IB Spanish 4, IB Spanish 5 Electives: Art Seminar 1, Art Seminar 2, IB Theater Arts, IB Theory of Knowledge, IB Psychology 1 & 2, IB

Anthropology, IB Music SL, IB Senior Seminar

Grades 9 and 10 Advanced Curriculum Language Arts: English 9, English 10 (Honors Opt-In) Mathematics: Geometry, Algebra 2 Science: Biology, Physics, Chemistry Elective: Accounting 2, Spanish 3, French 3, Japanese 3, Publications, Yearbook

Courses for College Credit

Language Arts: IB Lit 12, HL (IB Eng 12) (CCC), Writing 121 (CCC) Mathematics: PSU Statistics (PSU) Science: Anatomy & Physiology 1,2 (OIT), IB Bio: Cells & Molecules (PCC), Chemistry (WOU) Social Studies: IB History of the Americas (PCC), IB Psychology 1 (PCC), IB Psychology 2 (PCC) Electives: Auto Tech 1 & 2 (PCC), Auto Engine Repair (PCC), Art Seminar 2 (PCC), Child Devlopment 1, 2

(PCC), Computer Aided Design (PCC), CS161 Computer Science (PCC), Digital Arts 1 & 2 (PCC)


INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE (IB) PROGRAM What is IB? IB is an advanced program of study which emphasizes academic rigor, depth of knowledge, critical thinking, international mindedness, and educating the whole person. Originally designed in 1967 as a curriculum for international schools, IB has evolved into one of the most prestigious high school programs in the world, and has expanded to more than 2,500 schools in 130 countries. The IB Program is designed to prepare students for success in college and in a rapidly globalizing world. Colleges and universities worldwide recognize the IB diploma as the pinnacle of academic achievement for high school students.

IB Mission Statement IB aims to develop inquiring, knowledgeable and caring young people who seek to create a better world through intercultural understanding and respect. It “encourages students here and around the world to become active, compassionate and lifelong learners who understand that other people, with their differences, can also be right.”

Diploma or Certificate? The IB diploma is the highest diploma offered at Tigard High School. Students have the choice of completing the full IB program and earning an IB Diploma, or of taking individual IB classes and earning course certificates. Full diploma students receive many benefits, including preferential admission to many colleges and universities, up to a full year of college credit, and special IB scholarships. Many colleges also award credit for individual course certificates, depending on the level (HL or SL) and the student’s exam scores. Note: College credit for IB diplomas and certificates varies widely. To find out what benefits are available to IB students at a specific college, go to the college’s website or contact their admissions office. IB Diploma Requirements To earn an IB Diploma, a student must complete all of the following: 1. IB Classes. Successfully complete a minimum of nine IB classes in six required subjects: English, foreign language, history, science, math, and elective. (Most students will need to take ten or more IB classes depending on which exams they plan to take. See the subject sections of this curriculum guide for full course options, sequences, and prerequisites.) 2. TOK. Successfully complete the class “Theory of Knowledge” and the required presentation and essay. 3. CAS. Perform at least 50 hours each of “Creativity, Action, and Service” (150 hours total over two years). Diploma candidates will meet with the CAS coordinator at the start of junior year to go over the CAS requirements. 4. Extended Essay. Successfully complete a 4000 word Extended Essay (research paper) in the subject of their choice. Students will meet with their EE advisor during the spring of the junior year to choose a topic and receive detailed instructions. 5. IB Exams. Pass six IB exams, including at least three HL exams, with scores of 4 or better. (In some cases it is possible to get a 3 on an exam and still earn a diploma, but to be safe students should aim for 4 or higher.) IB Exams

IB exams are held during the school day over a three week period each May. Each subject exam consists of multiple parts, usually two parts for SL and three parts for HL, varying in length from 1 hour to 2.5 hours. Exams are scored on a scale of 1-7. Students may take up to two SL exams during their junior year, and up to six exams their senior year. Exam registration takes place each October. Entering the IB Program

Sophomores planning to earn an IB Diploma will meet with the IB Coordinator during forecasting to fill out a two year course plan. All students are permitted to enroll in IB courses as long as they meet the course prerequisites. All IB coursework is completed during the junior and senior years (exceptions considered on a case-by-case basis).

If you have questions about the IB Program, please contact the IB Coordinator, Mike Savage at 503-431-5379, via email at [email protected], or stop by his classroom (213) before or after school. HL vs. SL


Higher Level (HL) courses are two years in length and prepare students for the HL exam. Standard Level (SL) courses may be one or two years in length and prepare students for the SL exam. Colleges are more likely to award credit for HL exams, usually for scores of 5 or above (see individual college websites for details).

The following courses are offered as SL Only: Social and Cultural Anthropology, Physics, Japanese B, Math Studies All others may be taken either HL or SL. It is highly recommended that students pursuing an IB Diploma take English and History HL.

IB Courses Group 1 (English) Group 2 (World Language) Group 3 (History) IB Lang & Lit 11, SL IB Japanese 4, 5 IB History of the Americas IB Lit 11, HL IB French 4, 5 IB Modern World History IB Lang & Lit 12, SL IB Spanish 4, 5 IB Lit 12, HL Group 4 (Science) Group 5 (Math) Group 6 (Elective) IB Biology Cells IB Math Studies IB Psychology 1, 2 IB Chemistry 1, 2 IB Pre-Calculus IB Theater Arts 3, 4 IB Physics SL IB Calculus IB Art Seminar 1, 2 IB Biology Organisms IB Calculus 2 HL IB Anthropology

IB Music SL A second IB science

IB Four Year Planning Guide

Group 1 English

Group 2 World Lang

Group 3 Social Studies

Group 4 Science

Group 5 Math

Group 6 IB Elective

Other

Freshman

English 9 Honors

Japanese 1 French 1

Spanish 1 or 2

World History

Biology

Geometry (or higher)

Pre-reqs

Sophomore

English 10 Honors

Japanese 2 French 2

Spanish 2 or 3

US History

Chemistry or Physics

Algebra 2

Pre-reqs

Health 2

Junior

IB Lang & Lit 11, SL

IB Lit 11, HL

Japanese 3 French 3

Spanish 3 or 4

IB History of the

Americas

See sequences Biology

Chemistry Physics

IB Math Studies

or IB Pre-Calculus

IB Elective

TOK

Senior

IB Lang & Lit 12, SL

IB Lit 12, HL

Japanese 4 French 4

Spanish 4 or 5

IB Modern World History


Chemistry Physics

IB Calculus or IB Calculus 2

IB Elective Or

Other

IB Senior Seminar

*Students may take IB science or math classes starting sophomore year with teacher approval if they have met the prerequisites.

AVID

Advancement Via Individual Determination


AVID is a College Readiness Program dedicated to preparing all students for college, career and other postsecondary choices. Today, AVID impacts nearly 1.5 million students. AVID offers a rigorous program of instruction in academic “survival skills” and college level readiness. The AVID program teacher students how to study, read for content, take notes, and manage time. Students are expected to keep college level grades and attendance. IB coursework is required. Students participate in collaborative study groups or tutorials led by tutors who use skillful questioning to bring students to a higher level of understanding. The AVID approach to teaching and learning is designed to close and narrow three proficiency gaps that impact students and their learning: ● Achievement ● Opportunity ● Expectations

Most students in AVID are first generation college bound students. Historically underrepresented students. Low income students or students with special circumstances. Most importantly AVID students want to work with a team of people to get to college and reach their goals. Appoximately 95% of AVID THS high school graduates enroll in college with more than 85% at THS accepted to a four-year college. AVID graduates persist in college. Our elective courses are designed to: ● Teach organization, study skills, and academic participation ● Encourage community service and extracurricular activities ● Prepare and support student in IB classes ● Explore colleges and college finances ● Prepare for the ACT

Check out the THS AVID link and get an application at https:www.ttsdschool.org/Page/8661 and turn it into the AVID administrator, Angelita Miller.


COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

2019-2020

DESCRIPCIÓNES DE LOS CURSOS

2019-2020


BUSINESS & MANAGEMENT

ACCOUNTING 1 Credit: 1.0 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 Prerequisite: Completion of Algebra 1 with C or higher. Planning on starting a business? Learn what it takes to make a profit and how to keep track of your books. Students will use logical thinking and math skills to learn the fundamentals of completing the cycle of accounting for a sole proprietorship. Learn skills that all employers want—problem solving, critical thinking, organization, accuracy, integrity, and business ethics. Sign up for this realistic, hands-on, challenging and rewarding class. College-bound business students should make their elective choices “count” and take Accounting, also known as the language of business. This class provides a great connection for the Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) club. ACCOUNTING 2 (H) Credit: 1.0 Grades: 10, 11, 12 Prerequisite: B avg or higher in Accounting 1 or teacher approval. In this course, students will build upon what was learned in Accounting 1. Students will learn the accounting procedures and practices for a merchandising business organized as a corporation. Students will use Quickbooks and Google sheets to complete various assignments. In addition, we will be looking into the various occupations available to someone with an accounting background. This advanced honors class will give you a head start to your college or career pathway, as well as provide a great connection for the Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) club. ACCOUNTING 3 (H) *NEW* Credit: 1.0 Grades: 11, 12 Prerequisite: B avg or higher in Accounting 1 & 2 or teacher approval. In this course, students will build from the foundational skills learned in Accounting 1 & 2. Students will explore accounting for a merchandising business organized as a corporation. The topics covered will be similar to financial and managerial accounting; both college courses that are part of earning a business or accounting degree. Students will gain experience using excel and other web-based tools used in accounting. This class provides a great connection for the Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) club. MARKETING 1: INTRO TO BUSINESS & MARKETING Credit: 1.0 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 This yearlong course will introduce students to essential business principles and provide a background for those interested in business and marketing fields. This hands-on class will create educated consumers as well as teach valuable workplace skills. Throughout the course students will explore careers, learn job search skills, and develop and prepare business documents as well as presentations and spreadsheets using Microsoft Office. The class also covers the functions of business and of marketing, social responsibility, green marketing, the marketing mix and the marketing utilities to better understand the marketing process in our competitive free enterprise system. We will also cover a unit on the importance of small businesses and entrepreneurs. Qualifies student to be in FBLA. MARKETING 2: SALES & PROMOTION Credit: 1.0 Grades: 10, 11, 12 Prerequisite: Marketing 1 This class dives into the exciting concepts of promotion and sales. Students will apply concepts and fundamentals learned in Marketing 1 to complete hands-on project-based units. The beginning of the semester will start with students learning the seven steps used in selling effectively. Next students will cover a unit on advertising and print media. They will also work in teams to develop a creative marketing campaign using the five tools of promotion and participate in the five-step process of marketing research. Last students will learn the four elements of visual merchandising to create and design a dream store using all of those elements. This class will leave students with skills and knowledge used in the workforce. Qualifies student to be in FBLA. Qualifies student for Visual Merchandising/Student Store.


VISUAL MERCHANDISING/STUDENT STORE Credit: 1.0 Grades: 10, 11, 12 Prerequisite: Marketing 1 This class will allow students to further develop marketing knowledge in the area of merchandising and retail management. Students will run the Tigard Student Store and develop a comprehensive merchandising plan. They will be responsible for store displays, ordering food and merchandise, customer service, accounting and profit/loss statements. This is a hands-on class that will give the students the opportunity to practice interior space management, display, point of sale marketing and experience making informed business decisions. This course can be taken after Marketing 1 or 2, or concurrently with Marketing 2. SPORTS MARKETING Credit: 0.5 Grades: 10, 11, 12 This class is highly recommended for students interested in the Business/Management career pathway. This class will involve the formation of a professional sports team and aspects that go with that process. Areas to be covered are team logo design, mascot design, external merchandise design, team advertisement and team promotions. Students will create marketing tools and presentations in regard to pricing strategies and corporate sponsorships as well as design a team website. Students will also market and promote Tigard High School sports teams. Fun, creative, hands on class that teaches marketing concepts using a sports team. There are many sports marketing career opportunities we will explore in this class. Qualifies student to be in FBLA. PERSONAL FINANCE Credit: 0.5 Grades: 10, 11, 12 Do you like money? Do you want to own a car or house someday? If so, then Personal Finance class is for you! Personal Finance is a class to help students become financially competent. Students will understand how their values and attitudes affect their financial goals. Decisions made now will affect your future income and standard of living. In this class students will develop a plan for spending and saving. They will learn how to keep financial records and apply consumer skills to purchasing decisions. Students will learn about credit, insurance, taxes and investment opportunities. If you want to be smart about money then this is the class to take. Qualifies student to be in FBLA. WEALTH MANAGEMENT Credit: 0.5 Grades: 10, 11, 12 Prerequisite: Personal Finance Want to be wealthy one day? Looking for information on investing, and making your money work for you? Wealth Management class will discuss financial planning and financial goals. It will go into more detail on investments like stocks and bonds and mutual funds. We will also explore more information on taxes, deductions and IRA options as well as work on a philanthropy project. Entrepreneurship will be explored as well as careers in financial planning. Learn about the many benefit options available from employers to help you save for your retirement. You will also have the opportunity to earn scholarship money through participation in an H and R Block Budgeting simulation. Wealth management class will help you continue to learn about spending and saving and making plans for a successful financial future. If you want to retire early then take this class! STRUCTURED WORK EXPERIENCE Credit: 0.5 Grade: 10, 11, 12 Prerequisite: Must be currently employed when signing up and work a minimum of 10 hours per week/130 hours per semester. This is a semester course. Students must sign up at the mandatory meeting which is held the first week of each semester TBA in the career center. Students are required to choose two learning objectives to be approved of and evaluated by their employer. Students are also required to submit copies of the payroll stubs monthly. At the end of the semester, students and employers complete a final evaluation report. Students can earn .5 credit per semester which is a career related learning elective credit. A maximum of 2 credits may be earned through this course.


EARLY CHILDHOOD PROGRAM The curriculum for Child Development has been articulated with the Early Education and Family Studies Program at Portland Community College. Students completing Child Dvpt. 1 & 2 will be eligible to receive 5 credits from PCC. CHILD DEVELOPMENT 1 Credit: 1.0 Grades: 11, 12 Dual Credit: PCC - ECE 120 This course provides an overview of the theory and principles of human growth and development of young children. Content includes a study of the physical, cognitive, social and emotional aspects of development. Major topics include child guidance, children’s health and safety, importance of play, observation of children, developmentally appropriate activities, and careers in child development. The subject content is reinforced with work experience in a lab with preschool age children. 3 college credits possible. CHILD DEVELOPMENT 2 (H) Credits: 1.0 Grades: 12 Dual Credit: PCC - ECE 133 Prerequisite: Child Development 1 and instructor approval. This lab course is designed to provide a supportive environment for students to practice teaching techniques to be a successful teacher of young children. Students have the opportunity to practice observations, planning lessons, implementation of lessons as well as assessment in a collaborative early childhood classroom environment. 2 college credits possible. EARLY CHILDHOOD PRACTICUM 1 Credit: 0.5 Grades: 11, 12 Prerequisite: Child Development 1 and instructor approval. Students may be enrolled in Child Development 1 and Early Childhood Practicum concurrently. Course involves working with children in a group setting at various work sites such as our on-site child- care program or at an elementary school. Students enrolled in Child Development 1 & 2 may apply the teaching skills and techniques they are concurrently learning. This class is Pass/Fail. EARLY CHILDHOOD PRACTICUM 2 Credit: 0.5 Grades: 11, 12 Prerequisite: Practicum 1 and instructor approval. This course integrates knowledge and skills from previous courses and provides advanced opportunities for participating as team members in an early childhood education center. This ECE course is a practicum experience, with placements in a variety of early childhood or primary education settings. This class is Pass/Fail


ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNERS The English Language Development (ELD) Program at Tigard High School provides native speakers of other languages a systematic approach to learning the social and academic English skills needed to be successful in high school. English language learners are assessed in their English language proficiency and then placed in an appropriate English Language Development (ELD) Class. The curricula for these classes are aligned with the Oregon State Standards. Each year, students will be given the English Language Proficiency Assessment (ELPA) designed by the Oregon Department of Education to determine if enough progress has been made to advance in proficiency level. Teacher input will also influence the decision to advance students. When students achieve a high level of proficiency on the ELPA, they may be exited from the ELD Program. El Programa de Desarrollo del Idioma Inglés (ELD, por sus siglas en inglés) en la Escuela Preparatoria Tigard provee a hablantes nativos de otros idiomas un enfoque sistemático para aprender las habilidades sociales y académicas en inglés necesarias para tener éxito en la escuela preparatoria. Se evalúa el nivel de ingles a los estudiantes que están aprendiendo ingles y luego se colocan en una Clase de Desarrollo del Idioma Inglés (ELD) apropiada. Los planes de estudios de estas clases están alineados con las Normas del Estado de Oregón. Cada año, los estudiantes se les dará la Evaluación del Dominio del Idioma Inglés (ELPA, por sus siglas en inglés) diseñada por el Departamento de Educación de Oregón para determinar si ha avanzado lo suficiente para avanzar en el nivel de competencia. Aportación del maestro también influirá en la decisión de avanzar estudiantes. Cuando los estudiantes alcanzan un alto nivel de competencia en el ELPA, a la mejor podrán salir del Programa ELD. ELD 1 ENGLISH Credits: 2.0 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 Prerequisite: ELD Placement Students will develop reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills in English at the beginning level. The focus is on communication as well as survival skills and vocabulary. Los estudiantes desarrollarán sus habilidades de leer, escribir, hablar, y escuchar el inglés en nivel de principiantes. El enfoque es en la comunicación, así como habilidades de supervivencia y vocabulario. ELD 2 ENGLISH Credits: 2.0 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 Prerequisite: ELD Placement Students will continue to develop communicative skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening at the intermediate level. Students will also learn reading comprehension and study strategies, continue vocabulary development, and begin to write paragraphs with topic sentences and details. Los estudiantes continuarán desarrollando sus habilidades de leer, escribir, hablar, y escuchar en un nivel intermedio. Los estudiantes también aprenderán a comprender lecturas y estrategias del estudio, continuarán desarrollando el vocabulario, y comenzarán a escribir párrafos con frases temáticas y detalles. ELD 3 ENGLISH Credits: 1.0 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12


Prerequisite: ELD Placement Students will build on skills developed in ELD 2 at the advanced intermediate level. Students will develop reading skills in literature and content area material, as well as writing skills in different modes. ELD 3 ENGLISH contr. En el nivel intermedio-avanzado los estudiantes seguirán mejorando las habilidades aprendidas en el nivel ELD 2. Los estudiantes desarrollarán habilidades de lectura en literatura y el material de área de contenido, así como habilidades de escritura en diferentes modos. ELD 4 ENGLISH Credits: 1.0 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 Prerequisite: ELD Placement Students will explore different types of literature and different modes of composition. Los estudiantes explorarán diferentes tipos de literatura y diferentes formas de composición. ELD 5 ENGLISH Credits: 1.0 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 Prerequisite: ELD Placement This is a course for ELL students at an advanced level of English Proficiency. The purpose is to support students’ continual development of reading, writing, communication, and critical thinking skills around themes that are personally and culturally relevant. Specifically, the course will help students to use reading strategies to become more proficient at academic reading, practice skills used in academic writing, develop the use of academic vocabulary, and support the development of academic speaking and listening skills. Este curso es para estudiantes ELL en un nivel avanzado de domino del inglés. El propósito es apoyar el desarrollo continuo de los estudiantes en lectura, escritura, comunicación, y habilidades de pensamiento crítico alrededor de temas que son personalmente y culturalmente relevantes. Específicamente, el curso ayudará a los estudiantes a usar estrategias de lectura para llegar a ser más competentes en la lectura académica, practicar habilidades utilizadas en la escritura académica, desarrollar el uso del vocabulario académico, y apoyar el desarrollo de habilidades académicas de expresión oral y habilidades de escuchar. LITERATURE AND COMPOSITION I Credits: 2.0 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 Prerequisite: ELD Placement This course is designed for students who are in the early levels of English Language Development and need intensive language scaffolds to build skills and capacity to reach proficiency in 9/10 ELA content standards. Recent arrivers, Newcomer and Emerging (Levels 1 & 2) ELD students take this class concurrently with ELD 1 English or ELD 2 English. This course is designed to provide accelerated language acquisition through a focus on vocabulary and the use of reading comprehension strategies in both fiction and non-fiction text.

Este curso está diseñado para estudiantes que están en los primeros niveles del Desarrollo del Idioma Inglés y necesitan apoyo extensivo en lenguaje para desarrollar habilidades y capacidad para alcanzar competencias en estándares del contenido 9/10 de ELA (Artes del lenguaje inglés). Estudiantes ELD recién llegados, nuevos al idioma y emergentes (Niveles 1 y 2) toman esta clase simultáneamente con ELD 1 English o ELD 2 English. Este curso está diseñado para proporcionar adquisición acelerada del lenguaje a través de un enfoque en vocabulario y el uso de estrategias de comprensión en lectura de ambas historias de ficción y no ficción. SOCIAL STUDIES I Credits: 2.0 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 Prerequisite: ELD Placement This course is designed for students who are in the early levels of English Language Development and need intensive language scaffolds to build skills and capacity to reach proficiency in HS Social Studies content standards. Recent


arrivers, Newcomer and Emerging (Levels 1 & 2) ELD students take this class concurrently with ELD 1 English or ELD 2 English. This course is designed to provide accelerated language acquisition through a focus on vocabulary and the use of reading comprehension strategies.

Este curso está diseñado para estudiantes que están en los primeros niveles del Desarrollo del Idioma Inglés y necesitan apoyo extensivo en lenguaje para desarrollar habilidades y capacidad para alcanzar competencias en estándares del contenido en ciencias sociales en la escuela preparatoria. Estudiantes ELD recién llegados, nuevos al idioma y emergentes (Niveles 1 y 2) toman esta clase simultáneamente con ELD 1 English o ELD 2 English. Este curso está diseñado para proporcionar adquisición acelerada del lenguaje a través de un enfoque en vocabulario y el uso de estrategias de comprensión en lectura


HEALTH AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION Students are required to take P.E.1 freshman year and one other P.E. course during their sophomore year to

fulfill graduation requirements. Students can take additional P.E. courses for elective credit. HEALTH 1 Credit: 0.5 Grade: 9, 10 The goal of Health 1 is to build and expand upon knowledge learned in seventh and eighth grade health. The course will include study in the areas of mental and emotional health, fitness, nutrition, drugs and alcohol, decision making, relationships and diseases. The promotion of healthy lifestyles and decision making is a focal point throughout the course. HEALTH 2 Credit: 0.5 Grades: 10, 11 Prerequisite: Health 1 This course is designed to build upon health concepts that students have previously been introduced to in Health 1. Through group discussion, projects, and hands-on learning students will cover the following topics: mental disorders, stress management, chemical abuse, pregnancy and birth, healthy eating and fad diets, and maintaining a healthy lifestyle in all dimensions of life. PE 1 Credit: 0.5 Grade: 9 In physical education, students are encouraged to build lifelong fitness habits that can have a profound effect on their overall health and well being. This required 9th grade course will provide students with the opportunity to learn and participate in various physical activities emphasizing lifetime fitness skills. Students will focus on health and skill-related fitness concepts and develop basic skills and knowledge of a variety of individual and team activities. ADVANCED BASKETBALL Credit: 0.5 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 This course will include team play, tournaments, as well as a focus on basketball related concepts. Fundamentals including ball handling, shooting, and passing will be drilled. Rules and refereeing concepts will also be covered. Training exercises will be in tune with the strength needed to play basketball. BODY DYNAMICS Credit: 0.5 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 This class will engage students in a variety of popular movement-oriented fitness activities that are recreational in nature. Similar to many classes taught at local workout facilities, activities may include: aerobics, dance, Tae-bo, yoga, Pilates, self defense, fitness walking, and circuit training. Basic fitness concepts such as heart rate monitoring, aerobic endurance, healthy weight gain and/or healthy weight loss, nutrition, and proper workout strategies will also be taught and applied. INDIVIDUAL FITNESS Credit: 0.5 Grade: 9, 10, 11, 12 The purpose of this class is to increase student’s knowledge in the area of cardiovascular fitness, muscle strength and endurance, flexibility, and body composition. Students will learn how to develop a personal fitness plan, set fitness goals, and then design an individualized program to attain their goals and enhance their overall fitness. Activities available include the use of various cardio equipment (spin bikes, elliptical, etc.), free weights/bands, physio balls,


and more. If you want to focus on your own fitness needs and goals and work at your own pace this is the class for you! A class fee may be required. LIFETIME FITNESS Credit: 0.5 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 Sick of the traditional sports played in P.E.? Ready to try something a little different? This new course is filled with activities and sports that you might enjoy participating in for the rest of your life. From Frisbee golf to tennis, badminton, bowling, capture the flag, swimming, golfing, and more; this class will teach you the basic skills and strategies within an environment that is fun, friendly, and not too competitive. A class fee may be required. STRENGTH TRAINING & CONDITIONING FALL/SPRING Credit: 1.0 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 Prerequisite: Tigard High athletes and teacher approval. Are you ready to work hard? This semester course meets every day and is designed to improve students’ athletic performance. The curriculum is designed to meet the needs of Tigard High athletes. Methods used to improve athletic performance include weight training, plyometrics, and speed and agility training. This class is open to both male and female students. Fall athletes enroll in the Spring Course. Spring Athletes enroll in the Fall Course. TEAM SPORTS Credit: 0.5 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 The course will include team-oriented activities. Communication, team play, cooperation, skills and strategies will be stressed. Students will also learn how to prepare game sites, officiate, keep stats, plan and prepare practices. Students will participate in the following activities: indoor soccer, ultimate, volleyball, indoor hockey, flag football, soccer and mushball. WEIGHT TRAINING Credit: 0.5 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 This course will focus on developing functional strength, endurance, range of motion, balance and cardio-respiratory endurance. Student will participate in a wide variety of exercises using free-weights, medicine balls, dumbbells and machines. Student’s fitness levels will be assessed and fitness goals will be established. Students will develop personalized exercise programs that will help them reach their fitness goals. WEIGHT TRAINING FOR WOMEN Credit: 0.5 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 Intimidated by lifting with the guys? This course will focus on allowing girls to develop functional strength, endurance, range of motion, balance and cardio-respiratory endurance. Girls will participate in a wide variety of exercises using free-weights, medicine balls, dumbbells and machines. Fitness levels will be assessed and fitness goals will be established. Girls will develop personalized exercise programs that will help them reach their fitness goals.

INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE (IB) PROGRAM IB aims to develop inquiring, knowledgeable and caring young people who seek to create a better world through intercultural understanding and respect. It “encourages students here and around the world to become active,

compassionate and lifelong learners who understand that other people, with their differences, can also be right.”

Group 1 Group 2 Group 3 Group 4 Group 5 Group 6 Other


English

Foreign Lang Social Studies Science Math IB Elective

Freshman

English 9 Honors

Japanese 1 French 1

Spanish 1 or 2

World History

Biology

Geometry (or higher)

Pre-reqs

Sophomore

English 10 Honors

Japanese 2 French 2

Spanish 2 or 3

US History

Chemistry or Physics

Algebra 2

Pre-reqs

Health 2

Junior

IB Lit & Lang 11, SL

IB Lit 11, HL

Japanese 3 French 3

Spanish 3 or 4

IB History of the

Americas


Chemistry Physics

IB Math Studies

or IB Pre-Calculus

IB Elective

TOK

Senior

IB English 12 IB Lit & Lang 12, SL (2019-2020)

Japanese 4 French 4

Spanish 4 or 5

IB Modern World History


Chemistry Physics

IB Calculus or IB Calculus 2

IB Elective Or

Other

IB Senior Seminar

*Students may take IB science or math classes starting sophomore year with teacher approval if they have met the prerequisites. IB THEORY OF KNOWLEDGE (H) Credit: 1.0 Grade: 11 NOTE: IB diploma candidates are required to take TOK their Junior year. Others may take it junior or senior year. The purpose of this course is to develop awareness of how knowledge is constructed, examined, and valued by communities and individuals. Students explore questions such as: What is knowledge? What are the different ways of knowing? How is knowledge created? How is its methodology different in varying disciplines? How is knowledge viewed differently in other cultures? How do you know what you claim to know? This course is required for IB diploma candidates but is open to all juniors and seniors who enjoy contributing in large and small discussions, who enjoy understanding current events, and who want to challenge themselves as they prepare for college. IB SEMINAR (H) Credit: 0.5 Grade: 12 Prerequisite: TOK and status as an IB Diploma candidate This course is for seniors who are pursuing an IB diploma. This course will give you the instruction, support, and time you need to complete many IB diploma requirements that you would otherwise have to do on your own. It is designed to make the Diploma Program less stressful and more achievable for more students. In this class you will research and write your Extended Essay, TOK Essay, CAS proposals and reflections, and work on selected IAs. You will learn research skills that will help you in college, and you will further develop your writing and critical thinking skills. This course is highly recommended for all IB diploma candidates.

LANGUAGE ARTS

Students in the Tigard-Tualatin School District are required to obtain one credit of English in grades 9, 10, 11, and 12. These courses focus on the development of communication skills and independent thinking. Each course encourages students to explore important contemporary and historical questions by reading modern and classical literature, writing in a variety of modes, analyzing related films, and discussing or debating the issues/concepts with classmates.


All students take English 9 and English 10, courses designed to prepare students to meet College Readiness Standards and Common Core State Standards. Additionally, students are encouraged to challenge themselves with the Honors Option, which develops students’ independent literary analysis skills. Freshman and Sophomore English classes teach foundational concepts crucial for student success at the Junior/Senior level, including close reading, critical writing, and literary vocabulary required in all eight upper-level English offerings. Juniors and Seniors have four courses each semester to select from to satisfy the English graduation requirement. However, they may not repeat courses.

ENGLISH 9 Credit: 1.0 Grade: 9 English 9 will set the groundwork for four years of practice in and development of oral and written communication skills. A rigorous course of study in English 9 prepares students to meet College Readiness and Common Core State Standards. Students will develop their voices as creative and analytical writers, and will learn a strong vocabulary for the critical discussion of literature. Text selections include classic and contemporary works in a variety of literary genres. Once students have enrolled in English 9, they are encouraged to challenge themselves by completing the English 9 Honors option. Honors students are asked to push their literary studies beyond the classroom and to complete several assignments designed to provide practice and feedback on the skills needed to be successful in IB English. ENGLISH 10 Credit: 1.0 Grade: 10 English 10 continues to develop reading and writing skills from freshmen year. A rigorous course of study in English 9 prepares students to meet College Readiness and Common Core State Standards. Students will integrate persuasive techniques and evaluate organizational patterns to improve the clarity of their analytical arguments. To enhance their independent analysis, students will thoroughly examine patterns and discuss their findings in small groups and as a class. This class expects students to read independently and to complete a variety of clearly articulated written and oral responses to literature. Once students have enrolled in English 10, they are encouraged to challenge themselves by completing the English 10 Honors option. Honors students are asked to push their literary studies beyond the classroom and to complete several assignments designed to provide practice and feedback on the skills needed to be successful in IB English. IB LANGUAGE & LITERATURE 11, SL (H) Credit: 1.0 Grade: 11 This IB course is open to all students. The course allows the student to explore English through its cultural development and use, its media forms and functions, and its literature. Students develop skills of literary and textual analysis, and also the ability to present their ideas effectively. A key aim is the development of critical literacy. The class challenges students to analyze short texts with common themes, as well as longer literary works. This course can be used as “Studies in Language and Literature” for students working on an IB diploma. The course draws connections with other IB classes, and provides students opportunities to earn college credit, if they stay in the program for two years and take the IB exam. This course can be used as “Studies in Language and Literature” for students working on an IB diploma. Students who take this course will be given opportunities to meet all junior-level standards in reading, writing, and speaking, especially those requiring research and attention to multiple forms of media. IB LITERATURE 11, HL (H) Credit: 1.0 Grade: 11


This advanced course is open to students who choose to study the IB program in their junior year. The course examines how the artist functions as both a mirror and a critic of society. Students are introduced to works of different genres, styles, and cultures with the expectation of examining the relationships between the works. They will expand their understanding of the techniques involved in literary criticism while developing their powers of expression, both in oral and written compositions. This course can be used as “Studies in Language and Literature” for students working on an IB diploma. he course provides students opportunities to earn college credit, if they stay in the program for two years and take the IB exam. A mandatory summer reading assignment can be picked up in the library during the last week of the school year and can also be found on the Tigard High School website. IB LANGUAGE & LITERATURE 12, SL (H) *NEW* Credit: 1.0 Grade: 12 Dual Credit: CCC - WR 121 (if testing) This IB course is open to all students. The course will continue to build the skills developed in IB Literature and Language 11, though the senior focuses more on language and mass communication, and writing in historical context. Students strengthen their skills of literary and textual analysis, and their ability to present ideas effectively. As in the junior year, this course challenges students to analyze short texts with common themes, as well as longer literary works. This course can be used as “Studies in Language and Literature” for students working on an IB diploma.The course draws connections with other IB classes, and provides students opportunities to earn college credit, if they took the course junior year, also, and take the IB exam. IB LITERATURE 12, HL (H) (formerly IB English 12) Credit: 1.0 Grade: 12 Dual Credit: CCC - ENG 104 or WR 121 IB Literature 12, HL continues the program started in IB Literature 11, HL, strengthening students’ close, detailed analysis of texts. Students are expected to read, write, think, and discuss independently. Students improve their abilities to write essays that include insightful thesis statements supported with detailed textual references, and a clear sense of voice, audience, and purpose. Additionally, students will prepare oral and written commentaries on literature. This course meets the IB English requirements.This course can be used as “Studies in Language and Literature” for students working on an IB diploma. Fulfills Senior English requirement, and may only be taken once. A mandatory summer reading and writing assignment can be picked up in the library during the last week of the school year and can also be found on the Tigard High School website. ENGLISH 12 (formerly Eng 12 - Lit & Film) Credit: 1.0 Grades: 12 This analytical and creative course is designed for students who wish to deepen their understanding of the storytelling process from the page (short story/novel to screenplay) to screen and collaborate with others on literature and multimedia projects. Students will learn to understand, appreciate, and work within artistic and structural elements of screenplay and film. Students will explore dynamics between works of literature and film adaptations. Analytical viewing and written skills are emphasized. Written work includes analytical papers/presentations and short scripts. Video projects are designed to help students develop career-related skills such as communication, teamwork, and all phases of production. WRITING 121 (H) Credit: 1.0 Grades: 12


Dual Credit: CCC - WR 121 Prerequisite: B or better in junior English, with teacher signature and passing of Essential Skills requirements. Writing 121 is a college-level composition course designed for students who want to challenge themselves as writers. Students will develop their skills in analytical reading, critical thinking, and writing for academic and professional audiences. While the focus of this class is writing, students will also strengthen their skills in critical thinking, reading, and persuasion. Students will push each other, and themselves, to think and write more clearly. Students will compose several essays, using a variety of strategies to present evidence in support of a thesis. Strong emphasis is placed on reworking and revising writing, and students will be expected to engage fully in this process – to meet deadlines, to share work, and to provide constructive and supportive feedback to peers. Fulfills Senior English requirement. PUBLIC SPEAKING (formerly Speech) Credit: 0.5 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 In this introductory speech class, students will study, compose, and deliver several speeches in order to develop foundational skills that enable them to be comfortable when speaking to audiences. All students--and especially those considering careers in business, law/politics, teaching, media/communications, and management--should consider taking this class.

MATHEMATICS

The Tigard-Tualatin School District requires each high school graduate to earn three credits in high school math courses. College-bound students should keep in mind that Oregon’s four year public colleges and universities require three credits of math which must include Algebra 2. It is also recommended that students planning for college take a math course their senior year.

The Tigard-Tualatin mathematics curriculum is aligned to Common Core State Standards and addresses the essential math skills required for graduation from high school. These include: applying mathematics in a variety of settings, thinking critically and analytically, using technology, and person management and teamwork skills. The curriculum stresses mastery of basic skills and procedures, understanding of mathematical principles, and problem-solving. Students improve their study skills and build lifelong strategies for solving problems that are applicable in most academic disciplines, the workplace, and daily life.


ALGEBRA 1 AB Credit: 1.0 elective credit/1.0 math credit Prerequisite: Math 8 Algebra 1 AB is a course intended for those students who are not yet ready to take Algebra 1. The intent is for students to have the opportunity to earn a full math credit, so the class meets every day in order to do so. The first semester will count for 1.0 elective credit. First semester topics include order of operations, probability and statistics, solving and graphing linear functions, and systems of equations. During the second semester, students may earn 1.0 math credits by covering all remaining Algebra 1 topics. These include sequences, quadratic and exponential functions and inequalities. ALGEBRA 1 Credit: 1.0 Prerequisite: Successful completion of Math 8 Topics include solving and graphing linear and quadratic functions, systems of equations, inequalities, proportions, rational expressions and statistics. Problem-solving is incorporated into each topic of study. A scientific calculator is required for this course. This is the first in a sequence of college preparatory courses, which will prepare students for post-secondary studies. ALGEBRA 1.5 Credit: 1.0 Prerequisite: The completion of Algebra 1. This is a year-long course designed to review key topics in algebra and prepare students for geometry. This course will take an integrated approach to teaching the essential skills of Algebra and Geometry and build a solid foundation in mathematics before continuing on to Geometry. Algebra topics include investigating the relationship between situations, tables, graphs, and equations for linear and quadratic functions as well as systems of equations and exponent laws. Geometry topics include investigating angle relationships and transformations. NOTE: Please be aware that the NCAA Eligibility Center does not count Algebra 1.5 as meeting college athletic eligibility standards. While the course is considered college preparatory for the Oregon University System, the NCAA considers this course a “bridge course” and won’t use it when determining college eligibility. Any Tigard athletes who hope to compete at the Division I or II level, and who are enrolled in Algebra 1.5 should NOT count on this course meeting eligibility standards. GEOMETRY BY DESIGN *NEW* Credit: 1.0 Prerequisite: The completion of Algebra 1 Geometry by Design will apply standards from Algebra I and Geometry to the real world context of design and construction. Students will use mathematical thinking and problem solving to design and create models and full-scale projects. GEOMETRY Credit: 1.0 Prerequisite: Successful completion of Algebra 1. Topics of study include properties of two and three-dimensional geometric figures and relationships. Reasoning skills and problem-solving are emphasized throughout the course. Algebra concepts are used and reviewed throughout the course to continue to prepare students for advanced mathematics studies. FINANCIAL MATH Credit: 1.0 Grades: 11, 12 Prerequisite: Completion of two math courses at the high school level


This course is designed for Juniors and Seniors who want to continue their mathematical education, who do not want to take a course as rigorous as Algebra 2*. This is a unique course that teaches students mathematics from a financial point of view. The student will learn many useful tools to help them transition into financial independence after high school. Students will use mathematics as a decision making tool, and will learn how markets work, and be able to use technology to help them in making sound financial decisions. The course includes such topics as; budgeting and saving, investing in fixed and variable investments with an emphasis on stocks and derivative products, credit and credit cards, mortgages and other loans, retirement, insurance, personal and business tax, accounting and economics, and exploring starting various types of small businesses. *Students planning to enter a 4-year college will still need to successfully complete Algebra 2. ALGEBRA 2 Credit: 1.0 Prerequisite: Successful completion of a Geometry course or Algebra 1.5 by request This course is an extension of Algebra 1 and Geometry and prepares students to meet Oregon University System (OUS) entrance requirements. Students will study the fundamentals of linear, quadratic, polynomial, trigonometric, exponential, and logarithmic functions. In addition, topics in probability and statistics,as well as sequences will be covered. Graphing calculators will be used throughout the course, and students are encouraged to have their own. PSU STATISTICS (H) Credit: 1.0 Dual Credit: PSU - STAT 243/244 Prerequisite: A, B or C in Algebra 2 or subsequent course This course is designed for students who have successfully completed at least Algebra 2 and who would like to explore other mathematical topics. Students will learn about methods of statistical analysis including planning experiments, collecting and organizing data for the purpose of summarizing, presenting, analyzing, interpreting, and drawing conclusions based on that data. This course is appropriate for students interested in business, science, social science, administration, communications, or mathematics.

This course is a Portland State University (PSU) Challenge Program course. Students taking this course are offered the opportunity to receive transcript credit from PSU for Introduction to Probability and Statistics I & II (Stat 243 and Stat 244). The first semester covers the content for Stat 243 (4 PSU quarter credits) and the second semester covers the content for Stat 244 (4 PSU quarter credits). A fee is required for each PSU course and a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 is necessary to enroll for the college credit. IB MATHEMATICAL STUDIES (H) Credit: 1.0 Prerequisite: A or B in Algebra 2 This Pre-calculus course caters to students with varied backgrounds and abilities. More specifically, it is designed to build confidence and encourage an appreciation of mathematics in students. Students will fulfill the IB Internal Assessment requirement by conducting a mathematical investigation. The student will be prepared for the IB Mathematical Studies Exam. Course topics include trigonometry, probability, statistics, financial applications, a logic unit and introductory calculus. IB PRE-CALCULUS SL (H) Credit: 1.0 Prerequisite: A in Algebra 2 or B and teacher approval. This Pre-Calculus course caters to students with strong mathematical skills. Students who expect to need a sound mathematical background as they prepare for future studies in subjects such as chemistry, economics, psychology and business administration should consider this course. Course topics include trigonometry, logarithms, probability, statistics, vectors and introductory calculus. Students will fulfill the IB Internal Assessment requirement by


conducting a mathematical investigation. Students who complete this course will also need to complete IB Calculus before they are ready to take the IB Mathematics SL Exam, the following year. IB CALCULUS (H) Credit: 1.0 Prerequisite: A or B in IB Pre-Calculus SL, IB Pre-Calculus (IB Math Studies) and teacher approval This course offers a challenging, rigorous study of Calculus and a range of other advanced mathematical topics. Students will apply their mathematical knowledge to solve problems set in a variety of meaningful contexts, with proof and justification of results being emphasized. This course fulfills the second of two years of content necessary to prepare students for the IB Mathematics SL Exam, and students who complete this course will be prepared to take this exam. In addition, this course fulfills the first of two years of content necessary to prepare students for the IB Mathematics HL Exam. IB CALCULUS 2 HL (H) Credit: 1.0 Prerequisite: A in IB Calculus or PSU Calculus and teacher approval This course caters to students with a strong background in mathematics who are competent in a range of analytical and technical skills. The majority of these students will be expecting to include mathematics as a major component of their university studies, either as a subject in its own right or within courses such as physics, engineering and technology. Others may take this subject because they have a strong interest in mathematics and enjoy meeting its challenges and engaging with its problems. This course is a demanding one, requiring students to study a broad range of mathematical topics through a number of different approaches and to varying degrees of depth. Students will apply their mathematical knowledge to solve problems set in a variety of meaningful contexts, with proof and justification of results being emphasized. Students will fulfill the IB Internal Assessment requirement by conducting a mathematical investigation. Students who complete this course will be prepared to take the IB Mathematics HL Exam.


PERFORMING ARTS Performing Arts Website:

www.ttsdschools.org/Page/5440 BAND Band: Participation at scheduled performances and occasional after school rehearsals is required and will be part of the grading procedure.Check the Band website for more information: https://www.ttsdschools.org/Page/5440 A limited number of school instruments may be rented for the school year. Contact Mr. Irving for more information. All percussionists will pay the yearly rental fee. CONCERT BAND Credit: 1.0 Grades: 9 Prerequisite: Previous instrumental experience or consent of instructor. This course emphasizes the continuing musical training necessary to play a wind instrument, including basic music theory, rhythmic development, and instrument-specific technique. Private instruction is strongly encouraged. Students will perform in evening concerts and festivals, as well as in street marching and pep band activities. SYMPHONIC BAND Credit: 1.0 Grades: 10, 11, 12 Prerequisite: Previous instrumental experience and consent of director. This course continues the individual musical training necessary to play a wind instrument, including basic music theory, rhythmic development, and instrument-specific technique. Private instruction is strongly encouraged. Students will perform in evening concerts and festivals, as well as in street marching and pep band activities. This course may be repeated for credit. WIND ENSEMBLE (H) Credit: 1.0 Grades: 10, 11, 12 Prerequisite: By audition ONLY. This course provides the instrumental musician with the opportunity to study and perform advanced wind band literature. Private instruction is strongly encouraged. Students will perform in evening concerts and festivals, as well as in street marching and pep band activities. Students must participate in the District 14 Solo & Ensemble Contest to receive Honors credit. This course may be repeated for credit. JAZZ LAB Credit: 1.0 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 Prerequisite: Previous instrumental experience, consent of director AND membership in another performance ensemble. This course provides an opportunity for students to study and perform music in the instrumental jazz idiom. Students will learn jazz terminology, a variety of jazz styles, and basic improvisation techniques. Private instruction is encouraged. All members (except some members of the rhythm section) are required to be enrolled in another performance class. This course may be repeated for credit. Participation is required at evening concerts, jazz festivals, and community events scheduled throughout the year. JAZZ ENSEMBLE (H) Credit: 1.0 Grades: 10, 11, 12


Prerequisite: By audition AND membership in another performance ensemble. This class currently meets at 6:30 AM. This course focuses on the study and performance of advanced jazz literature. A high level of proficiency on a standard jazz instrument is required. Private instruction is strongly encouraged. All members (except some members of the rhythm section) are required to be enrolled in another performance class. Class size is limited to standard jazz instrumentation needs. This course may be repeated for credit. Participation is required at evening concerts, jazz festivals, and community events scheduled throughout the year. PERCUSSION TECHNIQUES Credit: 1.0 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 Prerequisite: Previous instrumental experience or consent of instructor. This course focuses on improvement of individual musicianship in all areas of percussion performance (mallet, snare, timpani, auxiliary, and drum set). Students from this class will perform with the Tigard High School performing ensembles: Concert Band, Symphonic Band, Wind Ensemble. Percussion students will also perform in percussion ensembles created within the class. This course may be repeated for credit. Instrument rental fee plus required sticks and mallets.

CHOIR

1) A placement audition is encouraged for new choir students to determine best choir choice. (2) Choir members are required to perform at all scheduled evening concerts. All choir classroom materials are provided. Students are encouraged to seek out personal voice lessons from reputable and proven voice teachers. Individual practice at home is essential to success. The choir website: tigardchoirs.com is an excellent resource for calendar and learning resources. CANTUS (Tenor/Bass Choir) Credit: 1.0 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 Prerequisite: Interest in exploring singing. CANTUS (CAHN-TOOS) is a year-long choir designed to build strong and confident tenor, baritone and bass singers. Students concentrate on learning about their own voice, developing skill to sing in harmony, read melody and rhythm, while singing a variety of styles (classical, ethnic, folk, pop, musical theatre) and languages. Cantus presents concerts at school and in festival throughout the year, where attendance at these performances is a required part of class activity. This class serves as a gateway to our intermediate/advanced choir courses. CANTARÉ (Soprano/Alto Choir) Credit: 1.0 Grade: 9, 10, 11, 12 Prerequisite: Interest in exploring singing. CANTARÉ (CAHN-TAH-RAY) is a year-long choir designed to build strong and confident soprano, mezzo-soprano and alto singers. Students concentrate on learning about their own voice, developing skill to sing in harmony, read melody and rhythm, while singing a variety of styles (classical, ethnic, folk, pop, musical theatre) and languages.


Cantaré presents concerts at school throughout the year, where attendance at these performances is a required part of class activity. This class serves as a gateway to our intermediate/advanced choir courses. CAMERATA (Intermediate Soprano/Alto Choir or Mixed Choir) Credit: 1.0 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 Prerequisite: Audition plus middle school or THS choir experience. CAMERATA (CAHM-UH-RAH-TUH) is a year-long choir designed for either treble or mixed intermediate level singers. Students focus on continuing their growth in individual/ensemble singing skills, especially blend and music literacy, singing a variety of styles (classical, ethnic, folk, pop and musical theatre) and languages. Camerata presents concerts at school and in festival throughout the year, where attendance at these performances is a required part of class activity. This class serves as a gateway to our advanced choir courses. CONCERT CHOIR (Advanced Large Mixed Choir) (H) Credit: 1.0 Grades: 10, 11, 12 Prerequisite: Audition and THS choir experience. Concert Choir is a year-long, OSAA-sanctioned choir representing THS at Three Rivers League and State, presenting concerts for both the school and community throughout the year. Members are confident highly committed singers bringing a strong ear and clear understanding of blend and balance. Students pursue advanced music literacy, individual and ensemble vocal performance skills, while singing a diverse multilingual international repertoire. CHORALATION (Advanced Mixed Chamber Choir) (H) Credit: 1.0 Grades: 10, 11, 12 Prerequisite: Audition and concurrent membership in Concert Choir. CHORALATION is a year-long chamber choir designed for highly committed students to pursue singing advanced choral literature of all styles: classical, jazz, musical theatre and contemporary. Emphasis will be placed on developing vocal skills unique to these styles. The choir performs in festivals, concerts, and community events where attendance at these performances is a required part of class activity. Excellent rehearsal attendance, self-discipline, and commitment to a team are essential elements of this class. IB MUSIC SL (H) Credit: 1.0 Grades: 11, 12 Prerequisite: Concurrent membership in either Concert Choir, Choralation, Wind Ensemble, or Guitar 4. Consent of instructor. This music course satisfies IB Group 6 curriculum developing perceptual and analytical skills, exploring and valuing the diversity of the arts across time, place and cultures. Students develop understanding about musical elements, form, structure, notation, musical terminology and context. Students explore the dynamic and changing nature of the arts, express ideas with confidence and competence. Internal assessments include public performances and written exams. External assessments include a cross-cultural music media script, ensemble performances and an IB Music SL Exam. GUITAR

All guitar instruments and materials are provided - students are encouraged to seek out personal instruments for study and practice at home. Students interested in studying bass guitar or drum-set are welcome, but should consult with the instructor before enrolling. Evaluation for these courses is largely based on general participation and group projects/performances. INTRO TO GUITAR Credit: 0.5 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12


This one semester course provides a broad introduction to modern guitar and/or bass guitar technique and performance through academic study of the popular music tradition. A limited number of students can be accommodated on drum-set, but must consult with the instructor before enrolling. Topics include: technique, chords, scales, notation, popular music theory and composition, and solo and group performance, all with an emphasis on real-world music skills. Much of the grade for this course is based on general participation and group projects. All instruments are provided, but students are encouraged to seek a personal instrument for practice at home. No public performances are expected. GUITAR 1 Credit: 1.0 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 This full year course provides an in depth survey of modern guitar and/or bass guitar technique and performance through academic study of the popular music tradition. A limited number of students can be accommodated on drum-set, but must consult with the instructor before enrolling. This course extends the young musician’s real-world skills with a focus on small group performance - with many opportunities to perform for peers in class. Topics include: technique, chords, scales, notation, popular music theory and composition, and solo and group performance, all with an emphasis on real-world music skills. Much of the grade for this course is based on general participation and group projects. All instruments are provided, but students are encouraged to seek a personal instrument for practice at home. Various opportunities for public performance will be provided, while one end of year public performance is expected. GUITAR 2 Credit: 1.0 Grades: 10, 11, 12 Prerequisite: Guitar 1 and/or consent of instructor. Access to instrument at home is encouraged. This full year course is a a natural continuation on the themes explored in Guitar 1, while providing increased opportunities for public performance and expanding the scope of study to include a wider variety of musical traditions and techniques. A limited number of students can be accommodated on drum-set, but must consult with the instructor before enrolling. Major topics include: survey of folk, rock, classical, and jazz guitar techniques, intermediate pop theory and composition, managing live sound, and guitar-like instruments. Guitar 2 students will take on a more prominent role in the guitar program with greater expectations of responsibility, mentorship, and leadership. Performance expectations will include playing at 1-3 basketball games (January-March), increased participation in the end of year concert (May) and other various performance opportunities that may arise throughout the year (Blues Night, Holiday Fair, assemblies, open-mics, etc.). The grade for this course is based on general participation, group projects, and performances. All instruments are provided, but students are highly encouraged to seek a personal instrument for practice at home. GUITAR 3 / 4 (H) Credit: 1.0 Grades: 11, 12 Prerequisite: Guitar 2 and/or consent of instructor. Access to instrument at home is encouraged. This full year course explores increasingly advanced and individually tailored topics of study for guitar, bass guitar, and/or drum-set. Guitar 3/4 students are expected to take on leadership roles in the guitar program as positive mentors and role models to lower-level guitar students.. Performance is a foundational component of this course. Students are expected to actively engage in all aspects of performances (i.e. logistics, sound engineering, promoting, rehearsing, performing) with the end goal of developing real-life musicianship skills while positively contributing to the THS community. Expected performances include, but are not limited to: Blues Night, THS Winter Assembly, basketball games (Jan.-Mar.), Guitar 4 Showcase, and an end of year concert in May. This course is also an excellent avenue to accommodate individualized study, such as preparation for college auditions and/or composition skills. All instruments are provided, but students are highly encouraged to seek a personal instrument for practice at home.


PERFORMING ARTS LAB

MUSIC THEORY Credit: 0.5 Grades: 10, 11, 12 Prerequisite: Students must know the note names for bass and treble clefs. Completion of one year in a high school choir/instrumental music class and consent of instructor. This semester course focuses on the fundamentals of music, including key signatures, melody, harmony, scales and modes, triad and seventh chords, harmonic progression, sequences, cadences and forms in music. Historical examples will be used to illustrate theory concepts. Students study ear training through dictation, and demonstrate concepts through small composition projects, culminating in a 48-64 measure composition project. RECORDING AND PRODUCTION Credit: 1.0 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 This course explores a wide variety of 21st century music related skills, including: recording and editing techniques (hardware & software), music theory and composition (song-writing), live sound, and instrument performance techniques (guitar, bass, drum-set, keyboards, vocals). All topics are approached with an emphasis on real-world applications, with a focus on preparation for modern careers in the music/sound industry such as working in a recording studio (i.e. Music Producer, Sound Engineer, Studio Musician, Composer), production company, (i.e. Sound Designer for film or commercials), or music venue (i.e. Live Audio Engineer, “Roadie”). Students will work extensively with technology such as the industry-standard software Pro Tools, and hardware such as mics, mixing boards, and a wide variety of instruments. Students will be expected to contribute to the THS community by providing the sound-crew for various performances such as assemblies and concerts, and by providing sound editing and recording services for various projects across THS departments and programs. The Recording and Production program is housed in the Guitar Lab, and will work closely with the THS Guitar Program, as well as the THS Music Department, in general. All equipment is provided. ORCHESTRA

INTRODUCTORY ORCHESTRA Credit: 1.0 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 Prerequisite: No previous music experience needed. This performing ensemble is progression from Middle School Orchestra into advanced literature and should be taken prior to participation in Concert Orchestra. This course also offers the opportunity for beginner students who have no previous experience playing the violin, viola, cello, and string bass to learn the fundamentals of a string instrument. The curriculum will emphasize posture, pitch, rhythm, bow usage, and tone quality along with an introduction to the history of music and the evolution of styles throughout the years. Students will progress in music reading capabilities and participate in regular performances. Students will be graded on their participation, practice, performance attendance, and some written work. Students will need to attain an instrument by the 6th class. ORCHESTRA (H-3rd & 4th yr only) Credit: 1.0 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 Prerequisite: 2 years previous experience on instrument. This advanced orchestra class will further develop student’s technical facility as well as their musical understanding. Music to be performed includes high level orchestral literature from baroque through contemporary styles from


multiple nationalities. Students will have the opportunity to play in ensembles both small and large. The curriculum will emphasize style, phrasing, and musical expression through precision in the use of pitch, rhythm, and articulation. Performances and competitions outside of class time are required. Students are graded on their participation, performance attendance, practice, and written work. Students will need to attain an instrument by the third class.

THEATRE

REQUIREMENT: Participation in scheduled performances is required. Students in Theatre classes are required to attend the mainstage plays. All students in Theatre 1, 2, 3, 4, and IB will be expected to perform onstage in front of class. Information about the program can be found at: THSDrama.com THEATRE ARTS 1 Credit: 1.0 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 Prerequisite: None The course will focus on the fundamentals of acting technique, staging and production. Improvisational theatre, group radio shows, scene work, and solo exercises will be used to learn these fundamentals. Students will participate in an end-of-semester public performance and outside of class time rehearsal will be part of this activity. Attendance at outside-of-class rehearsals and performances will be a required part of the course. THEATRE ARTS 2 Credit: 1.0 Grades: 10, 11, 12 Prerequisite: Theatre Arts 1 and instructor approval. This class will be a continuation of the fundamentals learned in Theatre Arts I. The student will continue with vocal and physical acting technique, advanced scene study and improvisational theatre. The class will culminate in a public performance and outside of class time rehearsal will be part of this activity. Attendance at outside-of-class rehearsals and performances will be a required part of the course. THEATRE ARTS 3 Credit: 1.0 Grades: 11, 12 Prerequisite: Theatre Arts 2 and instructor approval. The course will include further production work with advanced projects in play writing, theatre history, acting technique, production, directing, and staging plays for the public. Attendance at outside-of-class rehearsals and performances will be a required part of the class. THEATRE ARTS 4 (H) Credit: 1.0 Grades: 11, 12 Prerequisite: Theatre Arts 3 This course will include further advanced production work. Students will study history, theatre styles, directing and individual projects. Attendance at outside-of-class rehearsals and play performance are a required part of this class. IB THEATRE ARTS (H) Credit: 1.0 Grades: 11, 12 Prerequisite: Theatre Arts 2 The course includes further production work with advanced projects in play writing, play analysis, production, directing, and staging plays for the public. It includes the history of theatre in our culture as well as in other cultures. The course prepares students for the International Baccalaureate exam in Theatre Arts. It also explores various careers in communication arts. Attendance at outside-of-class rehearsals and play performance are a required part of this class. Student must enroll for two years to take Higher Level IB exam.


THEATRE PERFORMANCE Credit: 1.0 Grades: 10, 11, 12 Prerequisite: Theatre Arts 1 and Audition; concurrent enrollment in Theatre Arts 2, 3, 4 OR IB Theatre. This class presents another opportunity to rehearse, learn, and perform theatre, applying the acting and directing techniques/exercises learned in Theatre One, Two, Three, and Four to real public performance opportunities. The goals for students are: to work and be trained in acting, directing, and writing for a higher level of success. With this class Students will have an opportunity to perform at school and, also, tour productions to various schools, senior centers, and other places of import to promote the program, school, and district. You will be part of Tigard High School’s unique travelling theatre company with other students who want to hone advanced acting and production skills. After school and evening rehearsals and performances will are a requirement. TECH THEATRE Credit: 1.0 Grades: 10, 11, 12 Prerequisite: availability to stay after school for class and rehearsals. This class is held every Tuesday and Thursday after school and will be required to work on the mainstage plays. The course includes work on stage productions. Stage lighting designs will be studied and producing scenery for stage productions will be emphasized. Staging for community functions in the auditorium will be included. The student will be required to put time in outside of class time. Students from this class will be trained to operate the light board and stage equipment and may function as the paid technical crew on all school and community productions.

SCIENCE

Students are required to complete 3 credits of rigorous, “inquiry-based” science classes.

Four-year colleges strongly recommend that students take biology, chemistry and physics as part of a college

preparatory curriculum. These courses may be required for college admission.

BIOLOGY Credit: 1.0 Grade: 9


Students will discover through reading, discussion and experimentation, the concepts of biology and the facts upon which they are based. These topics were chosen to match the Next Generation Science Standards. The topics include the principles of cell biology, genetics, evolution and ecology. Students earning an A or a B in this class may be eligible to take IB Biology: Organisms or IB Biology: Cells and Molecules. Biology is a required class for freshmen. CHEMISTRY Credit: 1.0 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 Dual Credit: WOU - CH104 Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in Geometry or higher Chemistry is an experimental science that combines academic study with the acquisition of practical and investigational skills. It is called the central science, as chemical principles underpin both the physical environment in which we live and all biological systems. Apart from being a subject worthy of study in its own right, chemistry is a prerequisite for many other courses in higher education, such as medicine, biological science and environmental science, and serves as useful preparation for employment. Introductory topics will include atomic theory, periodicity, bonding, stoichiometry, states of matter, and acids and bases. PHYSICS Credit: 1.0 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in Geometry or higher Physics is all around us! This course is designed to help you see the “basic science” everywhere, so as to enjoy both the eloquent simplicity and awesome complexity of our universe. Course content will be first introduced conceptually to gain a “feel” for the material and then described using the language of physics and mathematics. This is a “hands-on” course that uses labs and demos to reinforce key ideas with nightly homework assigned for practice. Topics covered will center on mechanics (force and motion), but also woven throughout will be themes of the history of science (how science evolved), the nature of science (how science behaves), scientific inquiry (how to do science), and engineering design (how science is used to build technology). PHYSICAL SCIENCE Credit: 1.0 Grade: 10, 11, 12 This course has been designed to be both fun and challenging, providing students with a deeper understanding of their physical universe while empowering them to make predictions about the future based on known patterns and observations. Through lab work, investigations, demonstrations, activities, lecture, and discussion, students will learn about how matter and energy interact (physics), and properties of matter and changes it undergoes (chemistry), Much of the course work will be done in class, although students should expect at home practice as well as some long-term projects. Note: This class is not recommended after passing Chemistry or Physics ECOLOGY Credit: 1.0 Grades: 10, 11, 12 Prerequisite: Completion of Biology This class will study the ecosystems of the land and sea concentrating on the wildlife and marine organisms that live there and their relationships to the environment and one another. This course includes dissections and outdoor lab activities, as well as state science benchmarks and work sample opportunities. EARTH AND SPACE SCIENCE Credit: 1.0 Grades: 10, 11, 12 Prerequisite: Completion of Biology


This course will study the Earth and its place in the Universe. It will combine the disciplines of Astronomy and Geology. Laboratory exercises and activities help students visualize concepts. This course will include Next Generation Science Standards. ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY 1 (H) Credit: 1.0 Grades: 10, 11, 12 Dual Credit: OIT - BIO 103 Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in Chemistry or Physics or Physical Science Anatomy and Physiology is a course designed to survey body systems. Systems and topics to be covered include medical terminology, histology, integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous, cardiovascular and digestive. Students will become familiar with the anatomical structures and their associated physiological functions. Students will use the skeleton, anatomical models and a cat dissection to relate these structures to the human body. Laboratory exercises are closely integrated with lecture, allowing students to visualize and apply concepts presented during lecture hours. ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY 2 (H) Credit: 1.0 Grades: 11, 12 Dual Credit: OIT - BIO 200 Prerequisite: Completion of Anatomy & Phys I The course is a continuation of Anatomy and Physiology I. The course is designed for students that want to continue learning and understanding the human body. It is also for those students with an interest in pursuing a career in a health-related field. Throughout the course, students will apply the principles of physiology to human health and evaluate the applications and career implications of physiology and anatomy principles. Students will become familiar with the anatomical structures and their associated physiological functions. Anatomy and Physiology includes a variety of hands-on laboratory investigations using appropriate scientific inquiries. IB BIOLOGY: CELLS & MOLECULES (H) Credit: 1.0 Grade: 10, 11, 12 Dual Credit: PCC - BIO 101 Prerequisite: C or higher in Biology AND Chemistry This course is designed for students who want to pursue college level Biology. It emphasizes both the concepts and processes of science through readings and lab work. Topics include chemistry of life, biomolecules, cell biology, metabolism, DNA, and genetics. Students may earn 4 PCC credits for this class. NOTE: The two IB Biology course may be taken in any order; neither course is a prerequisite for the other. Students intending to take the IB Biology test need to take both IB Biology courses. IB BIOLOGY: ORGANISMS (H) Credit: 1.0 Grade: 10, 11, 12 Prerequisite: C or higher in Biology AND Chemistry This IB Biology class offers an in depth study of living systems. Topics covered include classification and biological diversity, plant science, zoology, virology, bacteria, human anatomy and physiology. Although not required, students taking both IB Biology classes will be prepared to take the IB Higher Level Biology exam. Students can also use topics covered in this course for their IB extended essay. NOTE: The two IB Biology course may be taken in any order; neither course is a prerequisite for the other. Students intending to take the IB Biology test need to take both IB Biology courses. IB PHYSICS SL (H) Credit: 1.0 Grades: 10, 11, 12 Prerequisite: Completion of Physics


This course begins where our first year physics course left off and will expose students to the exciting and enlightening next chapter of the physics story. Topics covered will include circular motion, rotation, and gravitation; heat and thermodynamics; oscillations and waves; static and current electricity; and atomic, nuclear, and particle physics. Upon successful completion of this course, students should feel well prepared to take the standard level IB Physics exam. IB CHEMISTRY 1 (H) Credit: 1.0 Grades: 10, 11, 12 Prerequisite: C or higher in Biology AND Chemistry; Completion of Geometry or higher This course begins where our first-year chemistry course left off and will provide students considerable hands-on, laboratory experience as they delve deeper into the study of chemistry and tackle the rigors of the IB chemistry program. Topics covered will include solution and gas stoichiometry, equilibrium, acids and bases, kinetics, energetic, oxidation and reduction, and organic chemistry. It is strongly recommended that all students who plan to take chemistry at the college level also take IB Chemistry 2 for a more in-depth study of these topics. Upon successful completion of this course, students should feel well prepared to take the Standard Level IB Chemistry exam. IB CHEMISTRY 2 (H) Credit: 1.0 Grades: 11, 12 Prerequisite: Completion of IB Chemistry 1 This course is an extension of the topics covered in IB Chemistry 1 involving a more detailed investigation into atomic structure, chemical bonding, acids and bases, kinetics, energetic, oxidation and reduction, and organic chemistry. Students who successfully complete this course should feel well-prepared to take either the Standard Level or Higher Level IB chemistry exam. INTRO TO FORENSICS Credit: 0.5 Grades: 10, 11, 12 Prerequisite: Biology This inquiry science (hands on) course will use forensic techniques to analyze fictitious “crime scenes”. Students will study concepts and procedures used in forensic science. Application of the scientific method and critical thinking skills to evaluate evidence will be taught. Careers available in forensic science will be addressed.


SOCIAL STUDIES WORLD HISTORY Credit: 1.0 Grade: 9 This course will explore selected topics in world history from the 1800s to the present. Students will learn about the influential people, events and ideas that have shaped our modern world. Major units of study include: the Industrial Revolution, Imperialism, World War I, the Rise of Dictators, World War II, Middle East, and selected current issues. Students will develop their writing, reading, and critical thinking skills, specifically learning how to analyze historical documents/primary sources. U.S. HISTORY Credit: 1.0 Grade: 10 This course will focus on the major events, people, and ideas in American history from colonial times to the present. Students will understand how diverse political, social, and economic forces have shaped our nation’s history and continue to affect us today. This course follows state benchmarks for US History. Students will have an opportunity to give a rehearsed informative speech. ECONOMICS Credit: 0.5 Grade: 12 Students will learn about the basic economic problem of how societies allocate resources, and how our economy works. The course will use a mixture of text(s), simulations, role-plays, and periodicals to teach about the practical and theoretical aspects of economics. Current events will be studied, along with information on employment options now and in the future. GOVERNMENT Credit: 0.5 Grade: 12 This course examines government at the local, state and federal levels. Topics covered include political parties, political philosophies, the U.S. Constitution, the Bill of Rights, the criminal justice system and state government. Activities in the course will involve moot court, mock trial, mock legislature, congressional hearing and public debate. Current events will be studied. IB SOCIAL AND CULTURAL ANTHROPOLOGY (H) Credit: 1.0 Grade: 11, 12 Social and Cultural Anthropology is the comparative study of cultures around the world. We will study traditional and modern societies from the jungles of South America and the deserts of Africa, to the streets of New York City. We will be exploring identity based in race, gender, power, and money through cultural comparisons. We will devote attention to religion, family, marriage, taboos, social status, and violence. What do human societies have in common? How do they differ and why? Students will be expected to participate in discussions and complete college level reading and writing assignments. Students will also perform their own anthropological observation and analysis. This is a great place to learn about the world and ourselves. This course fulfills the IB elective requirement for students seeking an IB Diploma. IB PSYCHOLOGY 1 (H) Credit: 1.0 Grades: 11 Dual Credit: PCC - PSY 201


IB Psychology is offered as an area six elective option to meet International Baccalaureate diploma requirements. Psychology is explored from three perspectives: Behavioral, Biological, and Cognitive. Students also choose a topic, create and conduct an experiment, and write up their results to satisfy the Internal Assessment requirement. Developmental Psychology will be the Optional Topic studied. Students can earn 4 college credits through Portland Community College Articulated Credit Program. IB PSYCHOLOGY 2 (H) Credit: 1.0 Grades: 12 Dual Credit: PCC - PSY 202 Prerequisite: IB Psychology 1 This course will be an extension of IB Psychology 1 but with some added bonuses! This course will offer 4 more PCC credits (Psych 202). Subjects covered in this course will include: social psychology, psychodynamic (Freudian) psychology, personality theory, abnormal psychology, intelligence, motivation, emotions, and stress and health. Students who are testing in IB must take this class. IB Psychology is a prerequisite for taking IB Psychology 2 unless a comparable background in psychology has been acquired. Students can earn college credit through Portland Community College Articulated Credit Program. IB HISTORY OF THE AMERICAS (H) Credit: 1.0 Grade: 11, 12 (IB students take in 11th grade) Dual Credit: PCC - HST 201, 202, and 203 Prerequisite: Advanced level reading comprehension, writing, and study skills. Highly recommended: An A or B grade in sophomore U.S. History. This class is open to students interested in college credit. Students can earn 12 free college credits through Portland Community College’s Articulated Credit program. This credit is transferable to most other colleges and universities. The class will focus on the major events, people, and ideas in American history from colonial times to the recent past. The class develops skills such as critical thinking, analytical writing, and oral presentations. This is also the first of two courses required of students taking the I.B. History exam. IB MODERN WORLD HISTORY (H) Credit: 1.0 Grade: 12 (11 with instructor permission) Prerequisite: IB History of the Americas or instructor approval This course explores selected 20th century history topics in depth, with a focus on Europe and Latin America. Topics include Wars and Warfare (WWI, WWII, the Falklands War, etc.), Dictators (Hitler, Stalin, Castro, etc.), and Cold War conflicts (Cuban Missile Crisis, Berlin Wall, etc.). Students will participate in debates, analyze historical documents, sharpen their writing skills and complete a research project on a topic of their choice. This course is required for students planning to take the IB History exam. HISTORY: Fact or Fiction 1 Credit: 0.5 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 This course will examine the myths and realities presented in popular depictions of historical events from ancient times through the early 1900s. Students will learn about significant events in world history, watch movies about those events, and then analyze the movie’s historical accuracy. Examples of the films we will study include Gladiator (Roman Empire), Kingdom of Heaven (the Crusades), The Mission (colonial Latin America), The Last Samurai (Meiji Era Japan), Viva Zapata (Mexican Revolution), and Flyboys (World War I). In addition, all students will


complete a research project. Several of the films we will study are rated R, so parent permission is required for enrollment. HISTORY: Fact or Fiction 2 Credit: 0.5 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 NOTE: History: Fact or Fiction 2 is a stand-alone course. You do not need to take Fact or Fiction 1 prior to enrolling in History: Fact or Fiction 2. This course will examine the myths and realities presented in popular depictions of historical events from World War II to the present. Students will learn about significant events in 20th century world history, watch film depictions of those events, and then analyze their historical accuracy. Examples of the films we will study include The Last Emperor (China), Enemy at the Gates (Battle of Stalingrad), The Pianist (the Holocaust), The Killing Fields (Cambodian Genocide), and Blood Diamond (child soldiers in Africa). In addition, all students will complete a research project. Several of the films we will study are rated R, so parent permission is required for enrollment. (Note: Completion of World History: Fact vs. Fiction 1 is not a prerequisite for this course.) AMERICAN HISTORY THROUGH FILM (1): Revolutionary War to WWII Credit: 0.5 Grades: 10, 11, 12 Prerequisite: U.S. History (completion or concurrent enrollment) This course will explore some of the most exciting events and people in US History from the colonial period through World War II. The purpose of this course is to discern historical fact from “Hollywood” fiction. Students will learn background information about the topic, watch the film and then analyze its historical accuracy. Examples of films will include The Patriot (Revolutionary War), 12 Years a Slave (Slavery), Lincoln (Civil War), Dances with Wolves/3:10 to Yuma (The West), Cinderella Man (Depression), Saving Private Ryan (WWII), and several more! Many of the films we will study are rated R, so parent permission is required for enrollment. AMERICAN HISTORY THROUGH FILM (2): WWII to today Credit: 0.5 Grades: 10, 11, 12 Prerequisite: U.S. History (completion or concurrent enrollment) NOTE: American History through Film 2 is a stand-alone course. You do not need to take American History through Film 1 prior to enrolling in xFilm 2. This course will explore some of the most exciting events and people in US History from the end of WWII through the present. The purpose of this course is to discern historical fact from “Hollywood” fiction. Students will learn background information about the topic, watch the film and then analyze its historical accuracy. Examples of films will include October Sky (Cold War), Quiz Show (American Culture), The Help/The Butler (Civil Rights), JFK (Assassination), Apollo 13 (Space Race), Platoon (Vietnam), Argo (Hostage Crisis), and several more! Several of the films we will study are rated R, so parent permission is required for enrollment. AMERICAN POP CULTURE Credit: 0.5 Grade: 10, 11, 12 Prerequisite: Sophomore U.S. History (completion or concurrent enrollment) This elective course will explore the impact of major events in U.S. History on the American popular culture of the 1950s, 1960s, 1970s, 1980s, and 1990s. The main areas of emphasis are how those events impacted music, television, and movies. There will also be a strong emphasis on oral history, where students will ask questions of those who lived through those decades and find out how their lives were impacted. RACE AND THE 21ST CENTURY Credit: 0.5 Grade: 10, 11, 12 How much is racism still an issue in the United States? How does it look the same or different than it has in the past? Why does the topic of race often make people feel uncomfortable, afraid, guilty, or angry? How much do we really know about how racism impacts people of color and white people? Do we know how to talk about race? In this class we will explore these questions and the many aspects of race and racism in the U.S. as we reflect on our own experiences and learn from the lives of others. We will use historic and contemporary images, film/TV clips, internet resources, case studies, personal stories, and other activities to learn more and spark discussion about the important yet challenging issue of racism. Grading is based on class participation, keeping up with class activities and self-


reflection, and four small projects that will help you explore more on your own outside of class. This course will help students build skills for IB Anthropology and college level sociology and anthropology course work.


SUPPORT SERVICES ACCESS 9—12 Credit: 1.0 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 Prerequisite: IEP This Special Education service class is designed to provide individualized instruction according to student IEP goals in the areas of Academic, Behavioral, and Organizational Strategies. FUNCTIONAL ACADEMICS Credit: 1.0 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 Prerequisite: IEP This course is designed for students who need basic individual instruction in the areas of reading, writing, and math. LIFE SKILLS Credit: 1.0 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 Prerequisite: IEP This class is designed for students who need direct instruction in social skills, relationships, health/nutrition, and daily living skills. This course will provide students with skills necessary to participate and interact within their community using appropriate resources. Activities will include bus training, daily living skills, shopping, safety in the community and other various activities related to personal skill development. VOCATIONS 1 Credit: 1.0 Grades: 9, 10 Prerequisite: IEP This class is designed to allow students the opportunity to develop occupational skills within the school setting as well as develop skills associated with employment. This class will provide instruction in following work routines, managing time, communication, and pre-work skills such as matching, sorting, etc. Jobs will be assigned within the school. VOCATIONS 2 Credit: 1.0 Grades: 11, 12 Prerequisite: IEP This class is designed to allow students the opportunity to develop occupational skills within the school setting as well as develop skills associated with employment. This class will provide instruction in resume building, job search, communications skills/phone skills, using appropriate work behavior, manage hours/pay. Students will have opportunities to work within the school campus. Depending on levels of independence, there are expanded opportunities to work at jobs within the school district. CONSUMER MATH Credit: 1.0 Grades: 11, 12 Prerequisite: IEP This class is designed to provide students with instruction in real world applications of math as well as prepare them to make informed financial decisions. This includes concepts such as managing money, Borrowing money, expenses, budgeting, and basic math skills. TRANSITION/SELF-ADVOCACY Credit: 1.0


Grades: 11, 12 Prerequisite: IEP This class is designed to provide instruction in strategies and skills to “make their own way” after high school. The course will focus on the future and present information on employment, post-secondary education/training, housing, recreation options, and other transition-related topics. Students will also learn skills to be better self-advocates and to “take charge” of their lives.


TECHNOLOGY

AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY NOTE:

● Students are required to wear proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Long pants and closed toed shoes during all shop activities.

● The curriculum for Automotive Technology has been articulated with the Automotive Technology program at Portland Community College. Students completing Auto Tech 2 and Auto Engine Repair will be eligible to receive 4 credits each from PCC.

AUTO TECH 1 Credit: 0.5 Grades: 9, 10, 11 Dual Credit: PCC - AM 108 Any person who plans on operating an automobile will receive valuable information on how to maintain a vehicle and why maintenance is important. Students will complete activities both in the classroom and the Lab This class will introduce students to Shop Safety, Lift Operation, Basic Engine Operation, Vehicle Identification, Oil Changes, Vehicle Inspections, Fasteners, Drilling Tapping, Tire and Wheel Operation.


AUTO TECH 2 Credits: 0.5 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 Dual Credit: PCC - AM 104 Prerequisite: Auto Tech 1 Auto Tech 2 is designed for students with strong interest in Automotive as a hobby and/or a career. This class covers Shop Safety Review, Lift Safety Review, Tool Identification, Tool Usage, Battery, Charging Systems, Basic Electrical Principles, Disc Brake Operation, and Basic Alignment and Steering Angles. After completing Auto Tech 2 students may be eligible for 4 PCC Credits. AUTO ELECTRICAL/ELECTRONICS Credits: 0.5 Grades: 10, 11, 12 Prerequisite: Auto Tech 1 and Auto Tech 2 Auto Electrical/Electronic teaches students to repair wiring harnesses, connectors, terminal ends, and perform solder repair of electrical wiring. Students will learn how to use wiring diagrams, DVOM’s and test lights to build and diagnosis of electrical circuits of modern day vehicles. AUTO ENGINE REPAIR (H) Credit: 0.5 Grades: 10, 11, 12 Dual Credit: PCC - AM 101 Prerequisite: Auto Tech 1 and Auto Tech 2 In Auto Engine Repair students will review base engine operation and components. Students will then remove and reinstall cylinder heads and gaskets, disassemble engine block, measure components, inspect all components for concerns and assemble an entire engine block assembly. Students will also complete general maintenance component replacements such as: water pump, thermostat, drive belts, timing belts, and general engine gasket replacement. AUTO ENGINE PERFORMANCE Credit: 0.5 Grades: 11, 12 Prerequisites: Auto Tech 1, Auto Tech 2, Auto Electrical/Electronics, and Engine Repair Auto Engine Performance class will allow students to use electrical diagnostic skills and base engine knowledge to test and diagnose emissions and drivability concerns. Students will have opportunity to use diagnostic scan tools, Oscilloscopes and gas analyzers to repair modern vehicles. ADVANCED AUTO APPLICATION Credit: 0.5 Grades: 11, 12 Prerequisites: Auto Tech 1, Auto Tech 2, Auto Electrical/Electronics, and Engine Repair This course is the finishing touch to the Automotive Program. It provides students with an opportunity to apply prior learning in real life situations. Students will have an opportunity to complete resumes, job applications and internships in the community. CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY *NEW* COMMUNITY IMPROVEMENT THROUGH CONSTRUCTION I (CITC I) *NEW* Credit: 1.0


Grades: 10, 11, 12 Prerequisites: None CITC I is an entry level CTE course designed to introduce students to the fundamentals of woodworking and construction techniques. Individual and group projects will teach students how to safely operate the equipment, measurement, resource and time management, and design concepts. This course will be the first in a three-year Construction Career Pathway which will maintain community improvement as a focus throughout. COMMUNITY DESIGN SEMINAR *NEW* Credit: 1.0 Grades: 10, 11, 12 Prerequisites: None Using the design process and an interdisciplinary, project-based curriculum, Community Design Seminar will allow students of diverse skills and levels to collaboratively uncover community issues and problem solve a solution through construction. Students will apply their knowledge toward community development projects selected, developed and implemented by the students themselves. Students from a variety of CTE backgrounds (or none at all) will collectively work as community change agents. This course will be part of a Construction Career Pathway which will maintain community improvement as a focus throughout. COMPUTER SCIENCE COMPUTER SCIENCE FOR ALL Credit: 1.0 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 Never programmed before and wondering if computer science is for you? Yes, it is and this class is for you! Computer Science is changing everything! Entertainment, medicine, transportation, communication, public policy, agriculture, fashion, art, energy, society, and design all rely on computer science. There are 500,000 jobs that require computing knowledge in the United States today. These jobs are in every industry and every state and are projected to grow at twice the rate of all other jobs. Computer Science is not just about programming. It includes how data is captured and used, how technology controls your life experience, how technology influences society and how to create new technology instead of consuming others’ creations. Understanding how computing works is the new super-power needed to help change the world. Be part of that change. WEB DESIGN (CR) Credit: 0.5 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 Prerequisite: Successful completion of Alg I. Students do not need any previous web design experience. Students will learn to design web pages using XHTML/HTML5 and Cascading Style Sheets (CSS) 3. They will build a sample web page in class and then apply what they have learned to an independent project involving a research topic or a service project that meets the course requirements. This course partners very well with Computer Graphics. At the completion of this course, students will have the baseline knowledge they need to build and maintain a web page, using the latest industry standards. They will also have the opportunity to complete the Microsoft Technology Associate HTML5 Application Design Fundamentals Certification (MTA 98-375 Exam) and/or the Introduction to Programming using HTML and CSS Certification (MTA 98-383). The MTA is a professional qualification that is an excellent building block for many career paths. CS 161: COMPUTER SCIENCE 1 (CR) Credit: 0.5 Grades: 10, 11, 12 Dual Credit: PCC - CS 161 Prerequisite: Recommended Algebra 1. Have you ever wanted to make an app or create a custom photoshop script? Computer programming is no longer just for software engineers. Arts, business, marketing, app and web designers all benefit from computer programming knowledge. Not feeling strong at math? No sweat. CS 161 uses a linguistic approach to give you a working knowledge of the C++ programming language. All work is lab-based and done in class with no assigned homework, so no personal computer is needed. This is a Portland Community College Dual Credit Course which will count as 4.0 college credits.


CS 162A: PROGRAMMING IN LINUX (H) (CR) *NEW* Credit: 0.5 Grades: 10, 11, 12 Prerequisite: Successful completion of CS161 (with C or better) and Geometry. Introduces programming through the Linux operating system, including input/output processing, internal and external commands, shell configuration, and shell customization. Explores the use of operating system utilities such as text editors, file management, scripting, and C/C++ compilers. Students will continue programming in C++ including the use of pointers, classes, and file I/O. CS 162B: ADVANCED PROGRAMMING IN C++ (H) (CR) *NEW* Credit: 0.5 Grades: 10, 11, 12 Dual Credit: PCC - CS 162 Prerequisite: Successful completion of CS161 and CS 162A. The goals of this class is to teach the syntax of C++ to students who already know how to program. Students are expected to be proficient at using conditionals, I/O, loops, and functions with arguments. Topics include functions, classes, pointers, dynamic memory, linear linked lists, and multi-dimensional arrays in C++, as well as program correctness, verification, and testing. This is a Portland State University Dual Credit Course which will count as 4.0 college credits. PSU proficiency lab testing administered by PSU faculty. Required enrollment in Dual Credit Program as a PSU student. ADVANCED PLACEMENT COMPUTER SCIENCE (APCS) (H) (CR) Independent Study Credit: 1.0 Grades: 11, 12 Prerequisite: Successful completion of CS161 and Instructor signature. Recommended completion of CS162A The students will apply the concepts they have learned in CS 161 to the JAVA Programming language. This is an Independent Study Course of Instruction, based on the GradPoint APCS curriculum. Students will work at their own pace, completing the COI by the third week of April so that they will be able to challenge the APCS Exam, generally scheduled in the first two weeks of May. INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY Students in Information Technology will study self-paced online instruction and perform hands-on training while maintaining the Tigard High School computer labs and participating in the THS donation and recycling programs. Students in these classes will learn to build, maintain and upgrade computer hardware and networks with the goal of earning a Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) and/or a Microsoft Technology Associate (MTA) Certification. CompTIA is the industry standard for IT Certification in North America, Europe and East Asia. MTA’s represent significant resume line items that help students with employment upon graduation. Successful completion of the course does not guarantee CompTIA or MTA certification. It will prepare the student to challenge the examination at the end of the course. INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY 1: IT Technician (CR) Credit: 1.0 Grades: 9, 10, 11 Prerequisite: Successful completion of Alg I The student will learn about basic component parts, drives, memory, system devices, video and audio media, monitors, installing and maintaining operating systems, scanners, printers, network connections, laptops vs. desktops, electrical safety, public communications skills and professionalism. This course provides the first building block for


an IT Technician career path. It is the prerequisite for the IT2 and IT5 courses. Previous experience is not required, but students must have a strong interest in computers and associated systems. Course meets every other day, all year. At the completion of the course, the student will have the opportunity to earn the CompTIA IT Fundamentals IT Technician Certification and/or the CompTIA A+ IT Certificate. INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY 2: Network Administration (H) (CR) Credit: 0.5 Grades: 10, 11, 12 Prerequisite: IT1 with a final grade of 80% or more OR successful CompTIA Certification. The student will learn about packets, topologies, cabling, cable structures, TCP/IP, addressing, subnetting, static and dynamic routing, firewalls, encryption, wireless networks, IPv6, remote access and customer service. This course provides the second building block for an IT Technician career path. Students must have successfully completed the IT1 course. This course is the prerequisite for the IT3 and IT4 courses. At the completion of the course, the student will have the opportunity to earn the Networking Fundamentals Certification (MTA 98-366 Exam) and/or the CompTIA Network+ Certificate. INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY 3: Network Security (H) (CR) Credit: 0.5 Grades: 10, 11, 12 Prerequisite: IT2 with a final grade of 80% or more OR successful Comp TIA/MTA certification. The student will learn about requirements, threats, privilege escalation, hardware risks, network and infrastructure vulnerabilities, authentication protocols, remote access security, OS hardening, physical security, email security, monitoring systems, logging and auditing, cryptology, encryption algorithms, hashing, incident response, disaster recovery, and social engineering. This course provides the third building block for an IT Technician career path. At the completion of the course, the student will have the opportunity to earn the Security Fundamentals Certification (MTA 98-367 Exam) and/or the CompTIA Security+ Certificate. Students must have successfully completed the IT2 course. INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY 4: Servers (H) (CR) Credit: 0.5 Grades: 10, 11, 12 Prerequisite: IT2 with a final grade of 80% or more OR successful Comp TIA/MTA certification. Servers and their associated systems. The student will learn about memory, expansion cards, NOS security software and management, virtualization, networking elements, RAID levels, internal and external storage, documentation, industry best practices, data backup, replication, retention/destruction, and troubleshooting methodologies. This course provides the fourth building block for an IT Technician career path. At the completion of the course, the student will have the opportunity to earn the Server Fundamentals Certification (MTA 98-365 Exam) and/or the CompTIA Server+ Certificate. Students must have successfully completed the IT2 course. INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY 5: Operating System Fundamentals (H) (CR) Credit: 0.5 Grades: 10, 11,12 Prerequisite: IT1 with a final grade of 80% or more OR successful CompTIA certification. Students in this class will learn to install, configure, maintain and troubleshoot the Windows Operating System 7/8/8.1/10 and an introduction to Apple OS. The student will learn about operating system configurations, installing and updating client systems, managing applications, managing files and folders, managing devices and understanding operating system maintenance. At the completion of the course, the student will have the opportunity to earn the Operating Systems Fundamentals Certification (MTA 98-349 Exam). Students must have successfully completed the IT1 course.


INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY 6: Database Administration Fundamentals (H) (CR) Credit: 0.5 Grades: 10, 11, 12 Prerequisite: IT5 with a final grade of 80% or more OR successful CompTIA/MTA certification. The student will learn about core database concepts, database objects, manipulating data, data storage and database administration. At the completion of the course, the student will have the opportunity to earn the Database Administration Fundamentals Certification (MTA 98-364 Exam) during the first quarter, and the Cloud Fundamentals Certification (MTA 98-369 Exam) at the end of the second quarter. Students must have successfully completed the IT5 course. INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY 7: Mobility and Devices (H) (CR) Credit: 0.5 Grades: 10, 11, 12 Prerequisite: IT2 or 5 with a final grade of 80% or more OR successful Comp TIA/MTA certification. Students in this class will learn to understand device configurations, data access and management, device security, cloud services and enterprise mobility. At the completion of the course, the student will have the opportunity to earn the Mobility and Device Fundamentals Certification (MTA 98-368 Exam) and/or the CompTIA Mobility+ Certification.


TECHNOLOGY - LAB COMPUTER AIDED DESIGN (CAD) Credit: 0.5 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 Dual Credit: PCC - CADD 105 Prerequisite: A or B in Algebra 1 recommended In this hands-on class, students will learn about basics of hand drafting, reverse engineering, and 3D printing. You’ll design small mechanical parts, drawing files, and mechanical assemblies with the latest Autodesk program: Inventor. Students will be able to create digital images, videos, and even 3D print mechanical objects. You don’t need to know anything about CAD before taking this class. College credit opportunities are available through PCC (3 credits). INTRO TO ENGINEERING Credit: 0.5 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 Dual Credit: PCC - ENGR100 Prerequisite: A or B in Algebra 1 recommended What do engineers do? This course provides an authentic, hands-on exploration into engineering fields and careers with a focus on developing critical thinking and problem solving skills. Students work in teams to gain experience in mechanical, electrical, civil, and software engineering disciplines. No prior experience is necessary, just a willingness to explore and participate. Guest speakers and exposure to engineering opportunities via out-of-school learning experiences and internships are also made available. College credit opportunities are available (1 credit). ROBOTICS *NEW* Credit: 1.0 Grades: 10, 11, 12 Prerequisite: Intro to Engineering/CAD with a 80% B or better, or 1 year in Tech club. Must have Instructor signature to get admitted into this class. *NOTE: This class requires WEEKEND scrimmages, tournament commitment. Are you interested in Robots? In this class you will be working on the FTC - FIRST Tech Challenge robots, designing all aspects of the robot. We will begin with the season's problem presentation the first Saturday in September. We will brainstorm possible solutions within the constraints provided by the game manual. Once we have defined a solution, the teams will build a robot using the materials provided, documenting their progress along the way. In November and December, the teams will compete against other robotics teams, testing their machines against others and making improvements along the way. In the spring, the teams will participate in qualifying tournaments, hopefully advancing to the State Championship Tournament where they will compete for a slot at the World Championship Tournament. No matter how the team does in competition, the main goal of the course is to have the students build a robot that is capable of competing. Success will be based on what the individual learns, no how many wins the teams accrue. DIGITAL DESIGN & FABRICATION 2 (CAD 2) Credit: 0.5 Grades: 10, 11, 12 Prerequisite: CAD 1 with a 80% or better 3D printing, Laser Cutting, CNC milling, and more! Advance your critical thinking and engineering skills in this class by learning about the different manufacturing technologies. You begin by will be designing all projects with the aspect related to the manufacturing processes available in the classroom, 3D printing, laser cutting, and CNC milling.Your final project with include soldering, small DC motors, to design a 3D printed powered car. This class will heavily use 3D printing, critical thinking, and Autodesk Fusion 360 (CAD program). College credit opportunities are available. (3 credits) DIGITAL DESIGN & FABRICATION 3 (CAD 3) Credit: 0.5


Grades: 10, 11, 12 Prerequisite: CAD 2 with a 80% B or better Advance your knowledge of 3D printing, Laser Cutting, CNC milling. You will build upon your critical thinking and design skills in this class. You will be able to work on independent and team projects. Each project will produce a real object/design that will work with a given scenario. You will work with real clients, create circuit cards, and even design a RC boat to drive around. Autodesk Fusion 360 will be heavily used. This class includes Autodesk Certification in Fusion 360.


VISUAL ARTS

Courses in the Art Department offer the opportunity for students to develop the skills necessary to meet the state standards and to express themselves through a visual medium. Most courses in this department teach these skills through student projects. Fees apply in each of the visual arts classes for materials used in producing student works. These become the property of the student. ART 1: COLOR, PAINT, PRINT Credit: 0.5 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 This class is an introduction to Painting class as well as an exploration of other 2-D art making processes including printmaking, collage and design. Projects will center around the Elements & Principles of Design language with projects focusing on color, line, shape, balance, contrast and repetition, texture CERAMICS 1 Credit: 0.5 Grades: 9, 10, 11,12 Ceramics 1 is a studio art course that introduces 3-dimensional art through the medium of clay. Students will utilize various techniques to create ceramic art that is functional incorporating design. Ceramics 1 will introduce basic hand-building techniques, throwing on the wheel, and glazing. CERAMICS 2 Credit: 0.5 Grades: 10, 11, 12


Prerequisite: Ceramics 1 with a grade of B or better. Ceramics 2 is a continuation of the study of ceramic arts. Students will engage in higher level problem solving with clay, incorporating intentional design while execute advanced techniques. Students will create projects, participate in critiques, and be more involved in the whole ceramic manufacturing process. CERAMICS 3 (H) Credit: 0.5 Grades: 10, 11, 12 Prerequisite: Ceramics 2 with a grade of B or better. Ceramics 3 is an advanced study for students who have demonstrated strong proficiency in ceramics 1 & 2. There will be a focus on individual artistic development. Students will create a body of work and formulate an artist statement. Students will work with instructor to determine their own artistic direction. Students will engage in individual or group critiques and reflect on historical and contemporary ceramic art. CERAMICS 4 (H) Credit: 0.5 Grades: 11, 12 Prerequisite: Ceramics 3 with a grade of B or better. Ceramics 4 is a highly advanced study in the ceramics arts. Students will create and show a body of their own work. Students will reflect, critique, and present their work individually and publicly. Students will choose, articulate, and create a case for their artistic direction. This class is strongly recommended for anyone wanting to continue as a creator or maker in college or vocationally. DRAWING 1 Credit: 0.5 Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 This class will develop fundamental drawing skills using dry media. Contour and value will be emphasized as students learn to draw from observation. Developing strategies for drawing realistically with confidence, students will gain an appreciation of drawing as an art form, a career opportunity, and a life-long activity. DRAWING 2 Credit: 0.5 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 Prerequisite: Drawing 1 Using a variety of dry and wet traditional drawing media, students will strengthen their observational drawing skills begun in Drawing foundations. This course will focus primarily on drawing from real life as students continue developing their technical skills in contour, gesture, cross contour, foreshortening, and tonal value drawing projects. Chiaroscuro, Symbolism, and other historical drawing strategies will be introduced and practiced PAINTING STUDIO Credit: 0.5 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 Prerequisite: Art 1: Color, Paint, Print Using a variety of wet media, students will explore color theory and painterly techniques as they relate to the traditional categories of Portraiture, Landscape, Figure, and the painted Still life. Focus on representational, abstract,


and expressive painting styles, students will examine and practice traditional and non traditional painting techniques while referring to historic examples. ART SEMINAR I (H) Credit: 1.0 Grades 11, 12 IB Visual Arts Prerequisite: Art 1, Drawing 1 and Painting Studio OR Drawing 2 In this year long course students work in a variety of new and traditional media while learning about historical and contemporary artists and their practices. Students will spend the year developing their own style as they build a body of conceptual and meaningful work. All students are expected to be highly motivated to become independent and conceptual thinkers and to apply their skills and knowledge (gained in prior Art courses) of the Elements and Principles of design to their work in order to demonstrate mastery of advanced level design skills and concepts. The student sketchbook becomes a core work sample for this class—as it documents student development in research, samples, ideas, drawings and reflections in order to explore connections between their own work and the work of artists from throughout history. Ongoing thoughtful and critical analysis through group and individual critiques provide students opportunities to analyze their own work and the work of their peers. This course is an IB prerequisite for IB Art Seminar 2. ART SEMINAR 2 (H) (IB) Credit: 1.0 Grades 12 Dual Credit: PCC - ART 197 Prerequisite: Art Seminar I This year long course is a continuation of Art Seminar I. This is an IB course, although testing in IB Visual Arts area 6 at the end of this course is optional. Taught with college level standards in mind (PCC credit optional), student work is individualized and self determined, though assignment and deadline driven. Students learn and practice professional artist strategies such as writing artists/candidate statements, developing a body of work, critical and research driven in the sketchbook, and preparing and documenting work for portfolio and exhibition. DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY Credit: 0.5 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 This course is an introduction to digital photography. It includes in-depth, hands-on use of dslr (digital single lens reflex) cameras in the Canon Rebel series and work with Adobe Photoshop. Besides extensive training in using the cameras and software, the course also include training in the effect of different types of lenses (focal lengths), composition and artistic technique. ADVANCED PHOTOGRAPHY Credit: 0.5 Grades: 10, 11, 12 Prerequisite: B or higher in Digital Photography Students in this class will continue to develop the concepts and techniques of photography. As they do in Digital Photography, students will use dslr cameras in the Canon Rebel series. Using foundations from Digital Photography, this course includes work with sports, landscape and macro photography as well as portraiture and photo essay. Students will work with the photo editing software Adobe Lightroom, as well as continuing work in Adobe Photoshop. This course culminates in the creation of a portfolio.


DIGITAL ARTS 1—2D GRAPHICS Credit: 0.5 Grades: 9, 10, 11 Dual Credit: PCC - MM 110 This is the first course of a sequence of career technical classes designed to build skill and visual literacy in the field of Multimedia. In this class, students will investigate basic principles of art and design while exploring software-based painting, drawing, design, and visual effects with an emphasis on 2D design.It is suggested students earn a B or higher to advance to the next course level at each step in this sequence. DIGITAL ARTS 2 - 2D ANIMATION AND CHARACTER DESIGN Credit: 0.5 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 Dual Credit: PCC - MM 120 Prerequisite: Digital Arts 1 or Digital Photography. Students will strengthen drawing skills as they explore fundamental processes of character design and animation to produce interactive media. Course work includes but is not limited to drawing, storyboarding, short animations, rendering, web publishing and web graphics for the digital world. It is suggested for students to earn a B or higher in order to advance to the next level. Students completing this course at a satisfactory level can earn 4 college credits for PCC’s class, Multimedia 230: Graphics for Multimedia. These credits are available at no cost to students through the PCC PACTEC consortium. DIGITAL ARTS 3 –2D/3D GRAPHICS (H) Credit: 0.5 Grades: 10, 11, 12 Prerequisite: Digital Arts 1 or Digital Photography and Digital Arts 2. Students will expand on multimedia skills with a focus on industry based art and design. Elements of their productions will include 2D & 3D design. Students will create a variety of graphic products including vinyl-cut 2D graphics and laser-cut and etched acrylic and/or wood designs. Fabrication from digital source designs will be explored with a possibility of 3D scanning and printing via the MakerBot 3d printer. Post-secondary educational and employment prospects will be surveyed. DIGITAL ARTS 4 - VISUAL FX (H) Credit: 0.5 Grades: 11, 12 Prerequisite: Digital Arts 3 Students at this level will survey industry standard graphics. Modules of study include: Character Design, Graphic Design, Illustration, Motion Graphics, and Visual Effects. Instruction will emphasize individual direction and portfolio development. Post-secondary educational and employment prospects will be surveyed. INTRO TO PUBLICATIONS: JOURNALISM Credit : 0.5 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 Students will get a broad experience in publications from writing to design to basic broadcast techniques. For the writing focus, students will create news, feature, opinion, and sports stories. During design they will use their own work to create a newspaper page layout and a yearbook double page spread in Adobe InDesign. For the focus on


broadcast news, students will produce a news segment and a public service announcement. Both teamwork and individual performance are important and will be graded in this class. Because interviewing is the basis of all journalism, students should have a comfort level in talking to others to get the information they need. It is a rigorous but rewarding elective. Students completing high quality projects will have the opportunity to have their work published in Tigard’s award-winning student publications. ADVANCED PUBLICATIONS (H) Credit: 1.0 Grades: 10, 11, 12 Prerequisites: Completed Intro to Publications: Journalism with an A or by application and adviser approval. Students in this rigorous newspaper production class will be part of an award-winning team of journalists. They will write, design, and produce two publications: Hi-Spots, the print newspaper, and The Paw, the online newspaper. Students will learn journalistic writing as well as layout using Adobe InDesign. Students should enjoy writing, be able to meet deadlines, and be willing to work outside of class. Work includes reporting, writing, selling advertising, and attending school events. Photography and graphic experience is a plus, but it is something they will learn as they go along. It is more important that students be interested in refining their writing and editing skills. Students are expected to help out after school on production days (approximately six afternoons/evenings per year) to get the paper ready to go to the printer. This is a yearlong class as the first few months of the year are spent training. This class may be repeated for credit. PUBLICATION: BROADCAST JOURNALISM (H) Credit: 1.0 Grades: 10, 11, 12 Prerequisites: Application and audition Students in this class will be involved in the production of our award winning Tigard Today weekly school broadcast. Students should be familiar with and enjoy the video production process. Candidates should be willing to meet deadlines and be prepared to work outside of class. This is a yearlong class with the expectation of weekly broadcasts and other projects for the school throughout the year. Students interested in Tigard Today must have adviser approval and go through a tryout process. This class may be repeated for credit. YEARBOOK (H) Credit: 1.0 Grades: 10, 11, 12 Prerequisites: Students must have completed an application and received adviser approval. Students in yearbook class will write, design and take photos for the award-winning yearbook. Students must be able to meet strict press deadlines to help produce this highly sought after book. Please note that much of the work must happen outside of class such as reporting, writing, and taking photos at school events. We may also have mandatory work sessions after school and/or on weekends as we approach a deadline. Design and writing experience is a plus but not necessary. We will do training. If a student is planning on being a staff photographer he/she should have passed Digital Photography with an A. This is a yearlong class because we must do training and assign pages in the fall. The yearbook staff is looking for new recruits who will show up regularly, work hard and work collaboratively on a creative project that the entire school will enjoy. This class may be repeated for credit.


WORLD LANGUAGES In order to be admitted into the Oregon University System, students must complete two years of the same high school-level second language with a grade of C– or better, OR a third year of a high school second language with a C– or better. Some students, especially those not meeting benchmarks in reading and writing, would benefit from delaying their foreign language enrollment until sophomore or junior year. *Native speakers must obtain teacher signature upon completion of placement exam. SPANISH 1 | FRENCH 1 | JAPANESE 1 Credit: 1.0 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 Prerequisite: None Recommendation: "C" average or higher in English and reading ability at or above grade level; exceptions upon teacher recommendation. Students will study language with an emphasis on skill development in listening, reading, writing and speaking. Aspects of the culture and geography of the countries will be introduced. The successful student will participate in activities which will require listening, speaking, reading, and writing in the language. Daily preparation for class will include written assignments, vocabulary, and grammar review. Thematic studies may include independent projects. SPANISH 2 | FRENCH 2 | JAPANESE 2 Credit: 1.0 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 Prerequisite: “D” average or better in previous level Recommendation: "C" average or better in level 1 Students will continue to put the language into practical use, and increase their understanding of the people and their cultures. The successful student will continue to participate in speaking, listening, reading, and writing activities concentrating on expressions about the present, past, and future. Daily preparation for class will include written assignments, vocabulary and grammar review. Thematic studies may include independent projects. Good study skills are absolutely essential at this level. SPANISH 3 | FRENCH 3 | JAPANESE 3 Credit: 1.0 Grades: 10, 11, 12 Prerequisite: Sophomore standing, “D” average or better in previous level Recommendation: "C" avg or better in previous level The class will be taught mostly in the target language. Students will examine more in-depth grammar structures and will focus on personal expression in both writing and speaking. Spontaneous language use in oral and written expression will be introduced. Literature may be introduced in the foreign language. Students will demonstrate proficiency levels in speaking, reading and writing.


IB SPANISH 4 (H) | IB FRENCH 4 (H) | IB JAPANESE 4 (H) Credit: 1.0 Grades: 11,12 Prerequisite: “D” average or better in previous level Recommendation: "C" avg or better in previous level The class is taught in the target language. Students are assessed on their proficiency in the language. Impromptu speaking and writing activities are included in the curriculum on a regular basis. Literature, grammar and in-depth personal expression in writing and speaking are an integral part of this course. Students will demonstrate proficiency levels in speaking, reading and writing. Students may take the IB Language B Standard Level exam in the spring term of this course, during grade 11 or 12. *All students who wish to test in IB at Higher Level must take level 5 in grade 12. IB SPANISH 5 (H) | IB FRENCH 5 (H) | IB JAPANESE 5 (H) Credit: 1.0 Grades: 11, 12 (Priority to Seniors for IB Spanish 5) Prerequisite: “D” average or better in previous level Recommendation: "C" average or better in previous level This course continues the development of the writing and speaking skills needed to prepare students for IB or AP examinations. Some students may take the Higher Level IB exam in the spring during grade 12 of this course. Students complete assignments and projects which demonstrate proficiency levels in speaking, reading and writing. The curriculum includes authentic material such as songs, video, newspaper articles, and literature. *Native speakers must obtain teacher signature upon completion of placement exam. SPANISH FOR HERITAGE SPEAKERS 1 Credit: 1.0 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 Prerequisite: Native-like fluency in speaking Spanish. This course is designed for students whose first language is Spanish and have a native level of oral fluency. This class is taught exclusively in Spanish. Students who wish to develop their Spanish literacy will practice reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills. Students will study simple texts as a basis for improving their academic vocabulary and learning grammatical structures. Students will also develop a sense of culture and identity as they discuss the material. SPANISH FOR HERITAGE SPEAKERS 2 Credit: 1.0 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 Prerequisite: Native-like fluency in speaking Spanish. This course is designed for students whose first language is Spanish, have a native level of oral fluency, and have had some formal instruction in the Spanish language. This class is taught exclusively in Spanish. Students who wish to develop their Spanish literacy will practice reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills. Students will study literature and current articles as a basis for improving their academic vocabulary and learning grammatical structures. Students will also examine socio-cultural issues.


OTHER COURSE OFFERINGS LEADERSHIP

INTRODUCTION TO LEADERSHIP Credit: 0.5 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 This course is designed to allow students opportunities to learn more about the fundamental principles of basic leadership. This class will operate in conjunction with the ASB activities class to help promote leadership and support all events in and around Tigard High. This semester course is open to anyone who is interested in learning sustainable, effective ways to lead on an individual, tam and community basis. The course will look at successful leaders around the world and examine different leadership styles. The focus will be on building collaborative relationships with peers, and dealing with different personality types to reach common goals. Every student will get an opportunity to learn the values of leadership and how to implement effective strategies. ADVANCED LEADERSHIP (H-3rd & 4th yr only) Credit: 1.0 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 Required for ASB & Class Officers – Year long (placement by counselor once elected) Student government officers, as elected school leaders, will continue to develop their leadership qualities as they create, organize, implement and evaluate school projects and activities. Emphasis will be on individual student leaders working together to create activities for the Tigard community. Note: This class is not available for forecasting and will be added to schedules once officers are elected. INTERCAMBIO LEADERSHIP (H) Credit: 1.0 Grades: 11, 12 Prerequisite: Teacher approval needed Intercambio is a peer mentoring program that engages juniors and seniors in leadership roles to support 8th graders who need extra help to be successful in school. As a mentor you will learn how to be a role model and gain leadership experience while making a positive impact on at-risk 8th graders at Twality and Fowler Middle Schools. When you join this program you will earn at least 2 hours of community service per week. Successful mentors receive an Intercambio cord. Transportation will be provided if needed. Requirements: 2.5 GPA or above, being on track to graduate, and the ability to volunteer at least once a week after school. Interested students must complete the online application and will be interviewed in order to be accepted. If you have further questions, please contact Mr. Thompson at (503)431-5397 or [email protected]

SOCIAL JUSTICE LEADERSHIP *NEW* Credit: 1.0 Grades: 11, 12 The Tigard High School social justice leadership class aims to create lifelong leaders for social justice. Students will identify a social justice mission, and find and use their moral voice in service of that mission. The class emphasizes collective rather than individual responses to injustice, and long-term rather than temporary relief from social problems. It strives to be an authentic educational experience, emphasizing learning beyond the classroom walls and testing those ideas in real world discussion. In social justice leadership, there will be opportunities for students to raise their voices about issues that involve them, but also the greater community. This class was created in response to the growing diversity of community reflected in our student body and the need for these conversations. This class is for students who want to work for social justice as well as a desire to build a culture of service and activism. AVID AVID (H-11th & 12th) Credit: 1.0 Grade: 9, 10, 11, 12 Prerequisite: Selected through nomination and application process The AVID program is a class designed to ensure that ALL students, primarily the under-served students who are in the middle, will succeed in rigorous curriculum; will complete a rigorous college preparatory path; will enter mainstream activities of the school; will increase enrollment in four-year colleges; and will become educated and responsible participants and leaders in our society. AVID’s systemic approach is designed to support students and educators as they increase school wide learning and performance. Students who enter this class are nominated, and go through an application and screening process. Once accepted, it is an elective that is required for all 4 years of high school.


TEACHER ASSISTANTS NOTE: Students in grades 10-12 may enroll as an assistant for only one period a day. A maximum of two credits earned will be counted toward the total necessary for graduation. Freshman are not allowed to sign up for these courses. All assistants receive a P/F grade.

TEACHER ASSISTANT Credit: 0.5 Grades: 10, 11, 12 Prerequisite: Consent of teacher Students will develop responsibility and have the opportunity to develop skills necessary to be of service to the teacher, to other students, and to the school. OFFICE ASSISTANT Credit: 0.5 Grades: 10, 11, 12 Prerequisite: Consent of Secretary in Athletic Office, Career Center, Counseling Office, Library, Main Office, Student Services Office, or Testing Lab The student will learn general office procedure while assisting staff in a variety of activities ranging from duplication of materials to delivering messages and answering phones. CUSTODIAL/CAFETERIA ASSISTANT Credit: 0.5 Grades: 10, 11, 12 Prerequisite: Consent of Head Custodian Students will develop responsibility and learn skills necessary to help with custodial or cafeteria tasks. TUTORING PEER TUTOR Credit: 0.5 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 Prerequisite: Counselor & Instructor approval Students interested in this course must first have an interest in working with students with disabilities. Students must have shown success in their other classes and have an interest and willingness to help others. Students will assist students with disabilities in academic and vocational programs. Some assignments will include supporting students with disabilities within the regular educational setting. Students will carry out instructional programs and complete a quarterly assignment related to disabling conditions. ACADEMIC TUTOR Credit: 0.5 Grades: 11, 12 Prerequisite: Teacher consent and academic criteria met. Bilingual students are encouraged to apply. Academic Tutors will assist other students in a class, tutoring them as needed with daily assignments, homework, exam preparation, study skills and group work. The student applicant must have received an “A” or “B” in the class in which they are tutoring. The student must be in good standing and must have at least a 3.0 GPA to receive consideration for this course. Academic Tutors are not needed in all courses. Emphasis is placed on entry level core classes. If the student is bilingual, they will also be asked to interpret as needed. This is a graded class. Forms for this class are available in the Counseling office.


OTHER CLASSES GRADPOINT/CREDIT RECOVERY Credit: 0.5 Grade: 11, 12 Prerequisite: Received an F in a core subject course needed for graduation Gradpoint is a self-paced credit recovery course. Students who have failed a class required for graduation in Language Arts, Social Studies, Math, Science or Health, may re-take the course via this online format. GRADPOINT CLASSES ARE OFFERED IN .5 CREDIT INCREMENTS. STRUCTURED WORK EXPERIENCE Credit: 0.5 Grade: 10, 11, 12 Prerequisite: Must be currently employed when signing up and work a minimum of 10 hours per week/130 hours per semester. This is a semester course. Students must sign up at the mandatory meeting which is held the first week of each semester TBA in the career center. Students are required to choose two learning objectives to be approved of and evaluated by their employer. Students are also required to submit copies of the payroll stubs monthly. At the end of the semester, students and employers complete a final evaluation report. Students can earn .5 credit per semester which is a career related learning elective credit. A maximum of 2 credits may be earned through this course. VOLUNTEER & WORK EXPERIENCE

Tigard High School encourages all students to maintain full schedules on campus throughout high school. We also value outside activities that prepare students for their future, such as working and volunteering. Therefore, juniors and seniors who are eligible to earn high school elective credit for outside-of-school volunteer experience or job experience. To earn elective credit, students will identify appropriate learning objectives, reflect on their progress towards those objectives, document their hours of experience and provide the school with an evaluation from their supervisor. Since students are not able to forecast for these courses because enrollment in the course requires documentation of current employment or a steady volunteer site, please see your student’s counselor to register.

OTHER HIGH SCHOOL OPTIONS For any of these programs, see your counselor.

An application is required. DURHAM EDUCATION CENTER ABLE (Alternative Based Learning Experience) Grades: 9-12 Prerequisite: By application The primary focus of ABLE is to help students earn credits and develop the proficiency required to graduate with a high school diploma. ABLE offers small class size, rich interventions, and focuses on strong relationships to ensure student success. ABLE also strives to connect students with plans beyond high school. Pregnant and Parenting student services are available. Child care is provided in the Early Learning Center on site. TIGARD-TUALATIN ONLINE ACADEMY


TTOA Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 Prerequisite: By application The Tigard-Tualatin Online Academy (TTOA) is an option program within the Tigard-Tualatin School District which offers students the ability to take some or all of their classes online. TTOA offers a full slate of courses, taught by highly qualified, Oregon certified teachers. Students at TTOA have access to academic support, tutoring and the state of the art computer lab at the TTOA learning center. Students who attend TTOA have the benefit of taking classes when it is convenient for them anywhere an internet connection and computer are available. Applications are accepted before each semester. Space is limited.

Note: Please be aware that the NCAA eligibility Center does not count TTOA courses as meeting college athletic eligibility standards.

CE2 CE2 (Community Experience for Career Education) Grades: 11, 12 Prerequisite: Application. Students must have completed at least 12 credits prior to completing an application. CE2 provides opportunities for juniors and seniors to participate in experience-based educational activities using the community as a classroom. Students work independently in individualized study programs for academic work in areas of student need and interests. Students may earn credits in Careers, Economics, Government, English, U.S. History, and selected electives while working to meet state standards and graduation requirements. Participating business and professional sites in the Tigard community provide students opportunities for exploring career possibilities and identifying and practicing skills required of productive citizens while earning elective credit.


PCC LINKS TO HIGH SCHOOL PROGRAMS

GATEWAY TO COLLEGE Grades: 10, 11, 12 Prerequisite: By application Gateway to College is a program that allows students to earn a THS diploma while earning college credit through PCC. Students are paired with a College Success Coach to provide support with diploma completion, college course planning, organization and time management. College classes are paid for by Tigard-Tualatin School District. EARLY COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL (this program is at capacity for the 2019-2020 school year) Grades: 11, 12 Prerequisite: By application Early College High School is an opportunity for students to blend high school and college in a coherent, personalized and rigorous education program at Portland Community College. Eligible juniors and seniors may apply during the fall, winter, and spring PCC terms. Designed as an option for the last two years of high school, students generally attend PCC full time for six terms. Tuition is paid for by the Tigard-Tualatin School District. It is possible for a student to earn a high school diploma from Tigard, as well as an Associate’s Degree or up to two years of transferable college credit in their career pathway. YES TO COLLEGE: GED Grades: 11, 12 Prerequisite: By application Yes to College is a program where students take classes at PCC that will prepare them for the GED test and college success. Upon completion of GED, students may continue to work towards a high school diploma (if they meet credit and age requirement) or apply for access to college level classes towards an Associates Degree or a certificate in the Career and Technical programs. Classes and GED test are paid for by Tigard-Tualatin School District. PCC DUAL ENROLLMENT PROGRAM Enrollment in this program provides juniors and seniors an opportunity to explore professional/technical education at PCC, earning both community college and high school credit. Students may take one or two classes fall, winter and/or spring term. Through the Dual Enrollment Program, students may not enroll in courses at PCC that are being offered at THS. Those who qualify will receive 100% district reimbursement for tuition, technology fees and student activity fees upon completion of the course with a ‘C’ grade or better. PCC student application fees are exempt from reimbursement. All students in this program must take at least one class, but can be no more than a half-time student each term at Tigard High School to be eligible. Please see your counselor for additional information and applications.


GLOSSARY OF TERMS FOR COLLEGE-BOUND STUDENTS

ACT Assessment (ACT Test): Administered by American College Testing and required or recommended by many colleges as part of the admission process. The test measure educational development in English, Mathematics, Reading, and Science Reasoning. It is given at specific test centers throughout the year, as well as administered to all Tigard-Tualatin School District Juniors in the spring. TTSD students register at their respective high schools prior to taking the district sponsored test. For further information about the ACT test, you can go to www.ACT.org. Asset: A group of tests developed by American College Testing and required at many two-year colleges as part of the course placement and advising process. The tests measure a student’s reading, writing and mathematical skills and are administered by the college. Community colleges in Oregon require prospective students to take this test. To register for a test date, call your local community college. CEEB Code: Used by ACT, SAT, and colleges to identify the high school a student attends. Tigard High School’s CEEB Code is 381160. Common Core State Standards: (CCSS) are the culmination of an extended , broad-based effort to fulfill the charge issued by the states to create the next generation of K - 12 standards in order to help ensure that all students are college and career ready no later than the end of high school. Early Action: Students may apply and be admitted to a college earlier than the standard admission date. Early action allows the student to make decisions about college admitting without being bound to attend the college. Early Admission: A process in which students may apply to some colleges earlier than the standard deadline. If the student is accepted, they are bound to attend the college that admitted them early. EFC (Expected Family Contribution): Your responses to the FAFSA questions are entered into a formula from the Higher Education Act of 1965. The result is your Expected Family Contribution or EFC. The EFC measures your family’s financial strength. It is used to determine your eligibility for federal student aid. Your state, and the schools you list, may also use some of your responses. They will determine if you may be eligible for school or State aid, in addition to Federal aid. Essential Skills: In addition to the credit requirements, students must demonstrate proficiency in the Essential Skills of reading, mathematics, and writing to receive a high school diploma. The Essential Skills are versatile skills that students can use in a variety of academic and work-related tasks. Financial Aid Package: A combination of monies including scholarships, grants, loans and work study determined by the financial aid office of a college and offered to prospective students. Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA): the application for federal student financial aid, processed at no cost to the applicant. It is used to determine a student’s eligibility for federal grant, loan and work funds. Contact FAFSA at www.fafsa.ed.gov. The first day for students to fill out the FAFSA form is January 1st of their senior year. Applicants must apply for a PIN prior to applying for FAFSA. Grade Point Average: An indicator of the student’s overall scholastic performance. The GPA is computed by totaling the number of grade points earned in each course (A=4, B-3, C-=2, D=1, F=0) and


then dividing the sum by the total number of courses carried. Courses graded with a “P” grade are not calculated into the GPA. Grants: Awards based on financial need that do not require repayment. Grants are available through the federal government, state agencies, and educational agencies. PSAT (Preliminary SAT) is a test designed for high school students as a measure of qualification for scholarships and as training for the SAT I. Many college bound sophomores and juniors choose to take this test. However, only participating juniors can qualify for the National Merit Scholarship and/or National Hispanic Recognition Program. In October 2015, students will take a redesigned PSAT that is aligned to the new SAT. The PSAT is open to all students and offered for a fee at our school every October. Rolling admission: An admission procedure by which the college considers each application as soon as all required materials have been received. The college then notifies each applicant of acceptance or rejection as soon as possible. SAT Assessment (SAT Test): The Scholastic Assessment Test is administered by the college Entrance Examination Board and required or recommended by many colleges as part of the admission process. The tests measure education development in verbal, mathematical, and writing abilities. This test is given at specific test centers throughout the year. To register for the SAT, go to www.collegeboard.com. Scholarships: Non-repayable awards to students based on merit, special talent, activities, or athletics. Transcript: Official record of high school or college courses and grades generally required as part of the college application. The school district also provides weighted grade transcripts and weighted grade rankings to college and university admission office and to scholarship or financial aid organizations when requested by students. Transcripts are available through the counseling office upon request. Wait List: A term used by institutions to describe a process in which they may initially delay offering admission. Colleges offer admission to wait list candidates if an insufficient number of regularly admitted candidates do not accept their offers of admission.


FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Why is forecasting so important? Forecasting choices and the number of students who request a class actually help to determine what courses will be offered and the number of sections that will be available. The more accurately you forecast, the better schedule you will have the following year. You will not be able to add classes for which you have not forecasted.

Do I need two years of a Foreign Language? It is not required to graduate from high school. It is, however, one option as part of the Fine Arts, Applied Arts, or Foreign Language graduation requirement. Two levels of the same language are required if you are college-bound (i.e. Spanish 1 and 2).

Why do counselors/teachers need 3 weeks notice to write recommendations? Recommendations from your counselor and/or teacher are an important part of your college application process. In order to write an in-depth recommendation and to fill out the forms, adequate time is needed. Remember, they are being asked to do other recommendations for many students.

When should I take the PSAT, SAT, ACT? Take the PSAT in October of the sophomore and/or junior year. Take the SAT toward the end of the junior year and then again in the fall of the senior year, if you feel your score needs improvement. All juniors will have the ACT test administered in the spring at Tigard High School.

How do I request a copy of my transcript? See the Secretary in the Counseling Office. The first three official transcripts are free, then $3 for any following requests. It takes 48 hours to process the request.

What is Tigard High School’s CEEB code for financial aid forms, ACT, SAT, college applications, etc? The CEEB Code for Tigard High is: 381160.

How do I get into advanced classes? Advanced classes are open to all students; prerequisites often apply.

What if I am falling behind? Who do I see? See a teacher or your counselor for support and ideas for a plan of action.

Do middle school foreign language classes count as part of a foreign language requirement? Foreign Languages that are taken in middle school DO NOT receive high school credit. They can, however, be used to determine appropriate level placement at the high school level.

Can I change teachers if I don’t like the one I was assigned? No. You need to keep the schedule that you were given, with the assigned teachers. We do not have adequate staff to meet the requests for teacher changes.

How do I get information regarding Smarter Balanced assessments? Refer to the following link: smarterbalanced.org

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