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Northwest Arctic BoroughSchool Districtcenter321119500Curriculum Guide2020-2021OUR MISSIONTo provide a learning environment that inspires and challenges students and employees to excelOUR VISIONTo graduate all students with the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary for a successful future Vision Statement, Mission Statement2NWABSD High School Requirement4Secondary Student Scheduling Guidelines…………………………………………………………..5Secondary Courses Offerings & Requirements5-6NWABSD Secondary Course Description8-24Career & Technical Courses25-39 NWABSD High School Graduation RequirementsSubjectUnits of Credit2019-2020Language Arts4.0Mathematics3.0Science: Must include the following1 credit of Physical Earth Science1 credit of Biology2.0Social Studies: to include .5 credit on Inupiaq Studies1 credit of United States History.5 credit of Alaska Studies.5 credit of United States Government.5 credit of another Social Studies 3.0Health/Physical Education: to include 1.5 credits of Physical Education.5 credit of Health2.0Employability Skills0.5Electives6.5Total Graduation Credits21.0For additional information on Graduation Requirements, please reference Board Policy 6146.1Recommended Course SequenceGradeFallSpring9thMathMathELA 9 or 10ELA 9 or 10AK StudiesInupiaq StudiesPhysical Science or BiologyPhysical Science or BiologyPEHealthFreshman SuccessELECTIVE10thMathMathELA 9 or 10ELA 9 or 10US HistoryUS HistoryPhysical Science or BiologyPhysical Science or BiologyPE or ELECTIVEPE or ELECTIVEELECTIVEELECTIVE11THMathMathELA 11 or 12ELA 11 or 12U.S. GovernmentEconomicsAPS Science or ELECTIVEAPS Science or ELECTIVEELECTIVEELECTIVEELECTIVEELECTIVE12thAPS Math or ELECTIVEAPS Math or ELECTIVEELA 11 or 12ELA 11 or 12World History or ELECTIVEWorld History or ELECTIVEAPS Science or ELECTIVEAPS Science or ELECTIVEELECTIVEELECTIVEELECTIVEELECTIVELanguage Arts: 4 credits required English 9, 10, 11, 12Collections 9Collections 10Collections 11Collections 12 Applied Language ArtsFoundational Language ArtsMathematics: 3 credits requiredBasic Math I, IIPre-AlgebraAlgebra IGeometry Algebra IIPersonal FinanceTrigonometryPre-CalculusCalculusFoundational MathApplied Math for Construction Trades Science: 2 credits requiredPhysical Earth Science (required)Biology (required)Environmental ScienceChemistryPhysicsComputer Science PrinciplesSocial Studies: 3 credits requiredAlaska History (.5 credit required)Inupiaq Studies (.5 credit required)U.S. Government (.5 credit required)*U.S. History (1 credit required)World History & Geography Early AgesWorld History & Geography Modern TimesEconomics (.5 credits)**these classes use the same textbookHealth and Physical Education: 2.5 credits requiredHealth (.5 credit required)Physical Education I, II (1.5 credit required)Employability Skills* (.5 credit)Fine Arts: ElectivesChoral MusicHumanities—Art I, IIMusic—Beginning BandMusic—Intermediate BandMusic—Advanced Band I, IIMusic—Jazz Band I, IIMusic—Hand-bell EnsembleIntroduction to Theatre ArtsCareer & Technology Education:See CTE course listing in the Vocational Education Curriculum GuideSecondary Online LearningA variety of courses can be offered to students through the district online course platforms. For options and more information contact Joe Groves at jgoves@ or 907-442-1811Arctic Resource Management I, IICertified Nursing AssistantChild DevelopmentDesign & Fabrication I & IIDesktop Publishing I, IIEmergency Trauma Technician (ETT)Employment InternshipEmployability Skills IExploring STEM CareersFamily & Consumer Science Foundations of Tech & EngineeringIndustrial & Wilderness First Aid & SafetyIntroduction to Construction Trades TechnologyIntroduction to Culinary ArtsIntroduction to Education IIntroduction to Health CareersIntroduction to Process TechnologyMechanical Drawing I, IIMedical TerminologyMulti-Media ProductionPersonal FinancePrinciples of Industrial Technology Power Technology I, IISmall Business EnterpriseTeach for Alaska’s FutureWelding I, IIWood Technology I, II NWABSD Secondary Course DescriptionsCourse NameEnglish 9AK Perf. Sch. EligibleYesPS IdentifierHS10151Adopted TextGrade 9 Collections PrerequisiteGrade Level9Credit Value1.00Grade ScaleGrdThis course is designed as a comprehensive Language Arts Program. It is a student-centered approach focused on reading, grammar, spelling and vocabulary development. Reading selections include fiction and informational texts. Reading focuses include: analyzing an argument, recognizing persuasive techniques, analyzing logic and reasoning, identifying faulty reasoning, evaluating persuasive texts, evaluating evidence and evaluating an argument. Grammar focuses include: parts of speech, sentence structure, punctuation and capitalization. Vocabulary skills include: using content clues, analyzing word structure, understanding word origins, understanding the English language, synonyms and antonyms, denotation and connotation, analogies, multiple meanings, usage, reference sources, spelling rules and word usage. Technology is incorporated. The Alaska Standards are referenced.In this college preparatory course, students will enhance their reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills as they study fiction, nonfiction, poetry, and drama. English 1 begins to lay the foundation for the rest of a student’s English career at RAS, as well as college and career readiness beyond high school. Both their writing and their reading should make students aware of the interactions among a writer’s purposes, audience expectations, and subjects as well as the way genre conventions and the resources of language contribute to effectiveness in writing.Course NameEnglish 10AK Perf. Sch. EligibleYes PS IdentifierHS10152 Adopted TextGrade 10 Collections PrerequisiteGrade Level10Credit Value1.00Grade ScaleGrd This course is designed as a comprehensive Language Arts Program. It is a student-centered approach focused on reading, grammar, spelling and vocabulary development. Reading selections include fiction and informational texts. Reading focuses include: analyzing an argument, recognizing persuasive techniques, analyzing logic and reasoning, identifying faulty reasoning, evaluating persuasive texts, evaluating evidence and evaluating an argument. Grammar focuses include: parts of speech, sentence structure, punctuation and capitalization. Vocabulary skills include: using content clues, analyzing word structure, understanding word origins, understanding the English language, synonyms and antonyms, denotation and connotation, analogies, multiple meanings, usage, reference sources, spelling rules and word usage. Technology is incorporated. The Alaska Standards are referencedIn this college preparatory course, students will enhance their reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills as they study fiction, nonfiction, poetry, and drama. The course engages students in becoming skilled readers of prose written in a variety of rhetorical contexts, and in becoming skilled writers who compose for a variety of purposes. Both their writing and their reading should make students aware of the interactions among a writer’s purposes, audience expectations, and subjects as well as the way genre conventions and the resources of language contribute to effectiveness in writing. Each collection reflects an engaging topic that connects selections for discussion and analysis, so students can integrate and synthesize evidence as they explore several dimensions of the topic. Course NameEnglish 11AK Perf. Sch. EligibleYes PS IdentifierHS10153Adopted TextGrade 11 Collections PrerequisiteGrade Level11Credit Value1.00Grade ScaleGrd This course is designed as a comprehensive Language Arts Program. It is a student-centered approach focused on reading, grammar, spelling and vocabulary development. Reading selections include fiction and informational texts. Reading focuses include: analyzing an argument, recognizing persuasive techniques, analyzing logic and reasoning, identifying faulty reasoning, evaluating persuasive texts, evaluating evidence and evaluating an argument. Grammar focuses include: parts of speech, sentence structure, punctuation and capitalization. Vocabulary skills include: using content clues, analyzing word structure, understanding word origins, understanding the English language, synonyms and antonyms, denotation and connotation, analogies, multiple meanings, usage, reference sources, spelling rules and word usage. Technology is incorporated. The Alaska Standards are referenced.In accordance with the Common Core State Standards, students will study American Literature from Puritan times through the twentieth century, emphasizing major American writers and the relationship of their work to their times. This literature portion of this course will allow students to refine their writing, vocabulary, and grammatical skills while developing their independent thinking and reasoning skills through the analysis of American literature. Each collection reflects an engaging topic that connects selections for discussion and analysis, so students can integrate and synthesize evidence as they explore several dimensions of the topic. Course NameEnglish 12AK Perf. Sch. EligibleYes PS IdentifierHS10154Adopted TextGrade 12 Collections PrerequisiteGrade Level12Credit Value1.00Grade ScaleGrd This course is designed as a comprehensive Language Arts Program. It is a student-centered approach focused on reading, grammar, spelling and vocabulary development. Reading selections include fiction and informational texts. Reading focuses include: analyzing an argument, recognizing persuasive techniques, analyzing logic and reasoning, identifying faulty reasoning, evaluating persuasive texts, evaluating evidence and evaluating an argument. Grammar focuses include: parts of speech, sentence structure, punctuation and capitalization. Vocabulary skills include: using content clues, analyzing word structure, understanding word origins, understanding the English language, synonyms and antonyms, denotation and connotation, analogies, multiple meanings, usage, reference sources, spelling rules and word usage. Technology is incorporated. The Alaska Standards are referenced.In this college preparatory course, students will enhance their reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills as they study fiction, nonfiction, poetry, and drama through classic and contemporary selections that illustrate how themes and topics transcend time and remain relevant to today’s readers. Selections by contemporary writers promote new insights into classic selections, enriching students’ understanding of both classic and recent texts. Each collection reflects an engaging topic that connects selections for discussion and analysis, so students can integrate and synthesize evidence as they explore several dimensions of the topic.Course NameFoundational Language ArtsAK Perf. Sch. EligibleNoPS IdentifierHS10106Adopted TextVariesPrerequisiteGrade Level9-12 Credit Value1.00Grade Scale GrdThe Foundational Language Arts course will help build expert readers and writers, learners who develop extensive content knowledge and deficient skills for using reading and writing to meet their needs within and beyond school. The Foundational Language Arts course attempts to improve students’ performance on standardized tests required for graduation from high school and entrance into postsecondary institutions. The course design will include general test preparation skills, basic skills, and other objectives determined to improve students’ academic performance. Credit from successful completion of the course will serve as a requirement for language arts classes.Course NameApplied Language ArtsAK Perf. Sch. EligibleNo PS IdentifierHS10104Adopted TextVariesPrerequisiteGrade Level11-12Credit Value1.00Grade Scale GrdThis course is designed as a comprehensive Language Arts program for students who learn best from a multi-modal approach. This course features contemporary literature selections, in paperback and audio-books, that are supported by direct reading and writing instruction to help students develop the effective strategies that are necessary for understanding and interpreting literature. An interactive software component promotes fluency and provides support for vocabulary building skills and comprehension. This course challenges students to develop higher-order thinking and reasoning skills and combines these acquired skills with grammatical and writing skills for meaningful reading and writing.This course requires a minimum of 90 minutes daily, preferably consecutively. It can count as one language arts credit only. Because it is lengthy, the second hour of the course may be applied as an elective credit.Course NameBasic Math IAK Perf. Sch. EligibleNoPS IdentifierHS10302Adopted TextAGS Basic MathPrerequisiteGrade Level9Credit Value1.00Grade Scale GrdThis course is intended for students who did poorly in eighth grade math. It employs the AGS Basic Math Skills program. Written at a third – to fourth-grade reading level, Basic Math Skills provides extensive examples and practice activities—all presented as real-life situations, so students see the relevance of math in their day-to-day lives.Course NameBasic Math IIAK Perf. Sch. EligibleNoPS IdentifierHS10309Adopted TextAGSPrerequisiteGrade Level10-12 Credit Value1.00Grade Scale GrdThis course can be used as an alternative to Pre-Algebra. It uses the AGS Mathematics Pathways program. This curriculum includes hands-on manipulative activities and exercises letting students construct models that demonstrate selected lesson concepts. Throughout the text, students apply math skills to real-life situations.Course NamePre-AlgebraAK Perf. Sch. EligibleNoPS IdentifierHS10305Adopted TextGlencoe Math Accelerated Pre-Algebra PrerequisiteGrade LevelMS or HSCredit Value1.00Grade Scale GrdGlencoe Math Accelerated?supports student mathematical development should be offered to students who are on track to take Middle School Algebra and higher-level math in high school or students who need a lower level math for graduation.Course NameAlgebra IAK Perf. Sch. EligibleYes PS IdentifierHS10300Adopted TextGlencoe Algebra IPrerequisiteGrade Level9-10Credit Value1.00Grade Scale GrdAlgebra I combines software, text and classroom instruction covering Patterns and Multiple Representations, Proportional Reasoning, Percent and Direct Variation Solving Linear Equations, Linear Functions and Inequalities, Writing and Graphing Linear Equations, Lines of Best Fit, Systems of Equations and Inequalities, Quadratic Functions, Properties of Exponents, Polynomial Functions and Rational Expressions, Probability, Statistical Analysis, Quadratic and Exponential Functions, and Logic.Course NameGeometryAK Perf. Sch. EligibleYes PS IdentifierHS10304Adopted TextGlencoe GeometryPrerequisiteAlgebra IGrade Level10-11Credit Value1.00Grade Scale GrdGeometry is studied as a mathematical system through the deductive development of relationships in the plane and space. Students formalize their understanding of geometric concepts, including congruence and similarity, circle chords, secants, and tangent segments, parallel and perpendicular lines, angle and side measure in polygons, proof, logic, transformations, the Pythagorean Theorem, constructions, coordinate geometry, and surface area and volume of solids.Course NameAlgebra IIAK Perf. Sch. EligibleYes PS IdentifierHS10301Adopted TextGlencoe Algebra IPrerequisiteAlgebra I and/or GeometryGrade Level11-12Credit Value1.00Grade Scale GrdAlgebra II is the study of complex number system and functions. Real-world problems are discussed, represented, and solved using advanced algebraic techniques, incorporating technology. The properties and algebra of functions, including polynomial, exponential, logarithmic, piece-wise, radical, and rational are analyzed and applied, as well as conics, matrices, system of equations, sequences, and series.Course NamePersonal FinanceAK Perf. Sch. EligibleYes^PS IdentifierCTE313Adopted TextExploring Financial Literacy G-WPrerequisiteGrade Level9-12 Credit Value.5Grade Scale GrdIn this course students learn the importance of keeping accurate financial records. Students learn procedures related to personal money management such as banking, budgeting, and good credit management. The student will learn to file personal income tax forms and apply for the Alaska Permanent Fund Dividend. ^Must be taught by a certified Math teacher to be credited as Math and APS.Course NamePre-CalculusAK Perf. Sch. EligibleYes PS IdentifierHS10307Adopted TextCengage Pre-CalculusPrerequisiteAlgebra I & II and GeometryGrade Level10-12Credit Value1.00Grade Scale GrdThis course features the following five units: Relations, Functions, and Graphs (Linear Relations and Functions, Systems of Equations and Inequalities, The Nature of Graphs and Polynomial and Rational Functions); Trigonometry (Trigonometric Functions, Graphs and Inverses of the Trigonometric Functions, Trigonometric Identities and Equations, Vectors and Parametric Equations); Advanced Functions & Graphing (Polar Coordinates and Complex Numbers, Conics, Exponential and Logarithmic Functions); Discrete Mathematics (Sequences and series, Iteration and Fractals, Combinatorics and Probability, Statistics and Data Analysis, Graph Theory); and Introduction to Calculus (Limits, Derivatives).Course NameCalculusAK Perf. Sch. EligibleYes PS IdentifierHS10303Adopted TextCengage CalculusPrerequisiteAlgebra II, Geometry, Pre-Calculus w/TrigGrade Level10-12Credit Value1.00Grade Scale GrdThis course features the following units: Functions, Limits and Continuity; Derivatives; Applications of Derivatives; Integration; Application of Definite Integrals; Transcendental Functions; Integration Techniques; Infinite Series: (Sequences, Infinite Series, Series Without Negative Terms and with Odd or even Negative Terms, Ration and Root Test, Power Series)Course NameTrigonometryAK Perf. Sch. EligibleYes PS IdentifierHS10310Adopted TextCengage TrigonometryPrerequisiteAlgebra II or Pre-CalculusGrade Level10-12Credit Value1.00Grade Scale GrdThis course is approved to fulfill district requirements for graduation as a high school math credit. Students will spend 70% of the course in direct instruction on a wide variety of skills that are common workplace computational and math analysis prerequisites for employment. Students will have the opportunity to tailor their program of study to meet the demands of the Alaska Technical Center programs and those of other Alaskan post-secondary institutions. Students will spend 30% of the course pursuing fluency and conceptual understanding using procedural skills in hands-on applications.Course NameFoundational MathAK Perf. Sch. EligibleNoPS IdentifierHS10306Adopted TextVariesPrerequisiteGrade Level9-12Credit Value1.00Grade Scale GrdThe Foundational Math Course attempts to improve students’ performance on standardized tests required for graduation from high school and entrance into postsecondary institutions. The course design will include general test preparation skills, basic skills, and other objectives determined to improve students’ academic performance.Course NameApplied Math for Construction Trades*AK Perf. Sch. EligibleYes^ PS IdentifierCTE400Adopted TextPractical Problems in Math for CarpentersPrerequisiteGrade Level10-12Credit Value1.00Grade Scale GrdThis course is approved to fulfill district requirements for graduation as a high school math credit. Students will spend 70% of the course in direct instruction on a wide variety of skills that are common workplace computational and math analysis prerequisites for employment. Students will have the opportunity to tailor their program of study to meet the demands of the Alaska Technical Center programs and those of other Alaskan post-secondary institutions. Students will spend 30% of the course pursuing fluency and conceptual understanding using procedural skills in hands-on applications.^Must be taught by certified math teacher in order to be counted as a math credit otherwise it is an electiveCourse NamePhysical Earth ScienceAK Perf. Sch. EligibleYes PS IdentifierHS10400Adopted TextHolt Physical SciencePrerequisiteGrade Level9-10Credit Value1.00Grade Scale GrdPhysical Earth Science is a required high school science course. Thematic units will be used to introduce the discipline of basic Physical and Earth Science. Coursework will emphasize local applications and knowledge as well as connections to global science issues. Units are designed to both prepare students for higher education and expose students to vocational career options.Course NameBiologyAK Perf. Sch. EligibleYes PS IdentifierHS10403Adopted TextHolt McDougal BiologyPrerequisiteGrade Level9-10Credit Value1.00Grade Scale GrdBiology is a required high school science course. This lab-based course will develop thinking skills and build individual appreciation of the life sciences through structured lab and field projects. Science processes, cellular biology, genetics, evolution, and human biology, along with technology and biology related careers are some of the topics that will be investigated.Course NameEnvironmental ScienceAK Perf. Sch. EligibleYes PS IdentifierHS10405Adopted TextHolt McDougal Environmental SciencePrerequisiteBiology and Physical ScienceGrade Level11-12Credit Value1.00Grade Scale GrdEnvironmental Science is a year-long course designed to show thematic connections between a variety of science disciplines including biology, chemistry, and physics. It gives students a coherent and realistic picture of the applications of a variety of scientific concepts as they manifest in our environment. During this first semester of environmental science, students will focus on human population growth, natural resources, and ecosystem dynamics. The aim of this course to increase students’ knowledge of the environmental challenges of today, while continuing to cultivate scientific critical thinking skills.Course NameChemistryAK Perf. Sch. EligibleYes PS IdentifierHS10401Adopted TextHolt McDougal Modern ChemistryPrerequisiteBiology and Physical Earth ScienceGrade Level11-12Credit Value1.00Grade Scale GrdChemistry is a third- or fourth-year high school science elective. Students will examine the ways in which chemical processes affect biological, geographical and physical systems in order to learn concepts within the context of the actual situations. Students will do real-world and simulated chemistry activities that relate to environmental and health issues. All of the basic chemical principles will be explored: structure, composition and function of matter, chemical equations and reactions, molarity, pressure and gas laws, pH and buffering, radiation, and energy flows. The course will culminate in a symposium where students will present projects and research.Course NamePhysicsAK Perf. Sch. EligibleYes PS IdentifierHS10402Adopted TextHolt McDougal PhysicsPrerequisiteBiology and Physical Earth ScienceGrade Level11-12Credit Value1.00Grade Scale GrdPhysics is a third- or fourth-year high school science elective. Students will examine the ways in which the principles affect machines, research, technology, communication, and energy production and use in order to learn concepts within the context of actual situations. Students will do real-world and simulated activities that relate to the applications of physics. These basic principles of physics will be explored: forces of machines and motion, electricity and magnetism, electromagnetic spectrum, waves and energy transformations, communication systems and relativity. Due to the integrated nature of this course, students will access a variety of science texts, not just relying on one book.Course NameComputer Science PrinciplesAK Perf. Sch. EligibleYes PS IdentifierAdopted TextPrerequisiten/aGrade Level10-12Credit Value1.00Grade Scale GrdComputer Science Principles introduces students to the foundational concepts of computer science and challenges them to explore how computing and technology can impact the world. The curriculum is flexible to be taught as a normal course or as an AP course. CS Principles complements CS Discoveries with a deeper focus on concepts such as how the internet works and the societal impacts of computer science. The course works for beginners and students with experience in our other courses.Course NameAlaska HistoryAK Perf. Sch. EligibleYes PS IdentifierHS10200Adopted TextOnlinePrerequisiteGrade Level10Credit Value.5Grade Scale Grd History and Cultural Studies offers an online curriculum designed to teach Alaskan high school students about their state, its rich history, and its people. The Alaska Humanities Forum and the state's leading historians, anthropologists, geographers and educators developed the course.Course NameInupiaq StudiesAK Perf. Sch. EligibleYes PS IdentifierHS10201Adopted TextVaries Resources—Canvas CoursePrerequisiteGrade Level10Credit Value.5Grade Scale GrdInupiaq Studies is a semester course in which the students will examine the principle geographic features, animal populations and distributions, pre-contact Inupiaq culture and the Ancient History Period, post-contact Inupiaq culture, and modern political and economic issues. Uses locally created resources that have been integrated into a Canvas CourseCourse NameGovernment/CivicsAK Perf. Sch. EligibleYes PS IdentifierHS10202Adopted TextBuilding Citizenship: Civics & EconomicsPrerequisiteGrade Level12Credit Value.5Grade Scale GrdThis practical, interactive Civics and Economics curriculum includes a strong emphasis on critical thinking, project-based learning, document-based analysis and questions, and the development of close reading skills. Key Features include:Focuses on critical concepts through Big Ideas, Essential Questions, and Enduring UnderstandingsIncreases comprehension with reading strategies, vocabulary support, and graphic organizersCaptures student interest in civics, citizenship, and economics with engaging features, timelines, charts, hands-on projects and moreCourse NameU.S. History 1877 to PresentAK Perf. Sch. EligibleYes PS IdentifierHS10203Adopted TextNat. Geo./Cengage US History 1877-presentPrerequisiteGrade Level9Credit Value1.00Grade Scale GrdU.S. History is a year-long course organized into chronological themes that explore how history has shaped and influenced our lives. With less emphasis on rote memorization of names and dates, students investigate broad themes that address why and how historical events occur. Students explore historical impacts from many perspectives and consider global implications and relationships. Each theme begins with an essential question that is supported by standards-based objectives. Students meet objectives and work toward answering essential questions through cooperative group activities, primary document examination, simulations, map-work, and research. Assessments are performance-based and comprehensive, call for application, synthesis and reflection.Course NameEconomicsAK Perf. Sch. EligibleYes PS IdentifierHS10213Adopted TextBuilding Citizenship: Civics & EconomicsPrerequisiteGrade Level12Credit Value.5Grade Scale GrdThis practical, interactive Civics and Economics curriculum includes a strong emphasis on critical thinking, project-based learning, document-based analysis and questions, and the development of close reading skills. Key Features include:Focuses on critical concepts through Big Ideas, Essential Questions, and Enduring UnderstandingsIncreases comprehension with reading strategies, vocabulary support, and graphic organizersCaptures student interest in civics, citizenship, and economics with engaging features, timelines, charts, hands-on projects and moreCourse NameWorld History & Geography Early AgesAK Perf. Sch. EligibleYes PS IdentifierHS10211Adopted TextWorld?History?& Geography PrerequisiteGrade Level11-12Credit Value.5Grade ScaleGrdThe study of Geography deals with understanding the earth and its lands, features, inhabitants and phenomena. Students will study the text on the different continents and landforms for one semester. Projects may help in understanding of specific regions and their peoples. Course NameWorld History &Geography Modern AgesAK Perf. Sch. EligibleYes PS IdentifierHS10212Adopted TextWorld?History?& Geography PrerequisiteGrade Level11-12Credit Value.5Grade ScaleGrdThe study of Geography deals with understanding the earth and its lands, features, inhabitants and phenomena. Students will study the text on the different continents and landforms for one semester. Projects may help in understanding of specific regions and their peoples. .Course NameHealthAK Perf. Sch. EligibleNoPS IdentifierHS10600Adopted TextPearson HealthPrerequisiteGrade Level9-11Credit Value.5Grade ScaleGrdPearson Health delivers high school students the tools necessary for developing and enhancing healthy behaviors that influence lifestyle choices. This relevant, integrated text and video program stimulates classroom discussion, helping students’ master skills essential to successful health education.Course NameFreshman Success AK Perf. Sch. EligibleNoPS IdentifierHS10505Adopted TextSchool-Connect Modules 1-4PrerequisiteHS105059Credit Value.5Grade ScaleGrdThe program consists of four modules based on CASEL's Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) Competencies identified by researchers as critical to success in school, the workplace, and life in general: social awareness, self-awareness, self-management, relationship skills, and responsible decision making.Course NamePhysical Education IAK Perf. Sch. EligibleNoPS IdentifierHS10500Adopted TextPrerequisiteGrade Level9-12Credit Value.5 (1.5 credits needed)Grade ScaleGrdThe goal of Physical Education is to provide a positive learning environment where all children have the opportunity to experience developmentally appropriate physical education activities, practice physical education skills and teamwork, and develop life-long wellness habits.Course NamePhysical Education IIAK Perf. Sch. EligibleNoPS IdentifierHS10501Adopted TextPrerequisitePhysical Education IGrade Level10-12Credit Value.5 Grade ScaleGrdThe Advanced Physical Education program purports to identify students’ specific physical challenges and conditioning needs for selected team sports, and to chart and teach students weightlifting exercises to meet these needs.Course NameChoral MusicAK Perf. Sch. EligibleNoPS IdentifierHS10828Adopted TextPrerequisiteGrade Level9-12Credit Value.5 Grade ScaleGrdTopics addressed in this course may include the following from the National Standards for Music Education: singing alone and with others, a varied repertoire of music; performing on instruments, alone and with others, a varied repertoire of music; improvising melodies, variations, and accompaniments; composing and arranging music within specified guidelines; reading and noting music; listening to, analyzing, and describing music; evaluating music and music performances; understanding relationships between music, the other arts, and disciplines outside the arts; understanding music in relation to history and culture.Course NameMusic – Beginning BandAK Perf. Sch. EligibleNoPS IdentifierHS10830Adopted TextPrerequisiteGrade Level9-12Credit Value.5 Grade ScaleGrdThe Beginning Band course is an introductory level course to musical concepts, band instrumentation and musicality. With the understanding that most students in NWABSD who enter Beginning Band in high school have not had prior music instruction, the course charts a blending of basic music notation, rhythmic studies and understanding and appreciation of musicality along with beginning studies of band instruments. Topics addressed in this course may include the following from the National Standards for Music Education: a varied repertoire of music; performing on instruments, alone and with others, a varied repertoire of music; improvising melodies, variations, and accompaniments; composing and arranging music within specified guidelines; reading and noting music; listening to, analyzing, and describing music; evaluating music and music performances.Course NameMusic- Advanced BandAK Perf. Sch. EligibleNoPS IdentifierHS10829Adopted TextPrerequisiteMusic – Beginning BandGrade Level10-12Credit Value.5 Grade ScaleGrdThe Advanced Band courses are an advanced level course of learning musical concepts, band instrumentation and musicality, in addition to solo and ensemble performances. This course charts a blending of advanced music notation, rhythmic studies and understanding appreciation of musicality along with advanced studies of band instruments and music. Topics addressed in the course may include the following from the National Standards for Music Education: a varied repertoire of music; performing on instruments, alone and with others, a varied repertoire of music; improvising melodies, variations, and accompaniments; composing and arranging music. Course NameHumanities – Art IAK Perf. Sch. EligibleNoPS IdentifierHS10817Adopted TextPrerequisiteGrade Level9-12Credit Value.5 Grade ScaleGrdThe Art I course is an introductory level course to art concepts. With the understanding that most students in NWABSD who enter in Art I in high school have not had previous art instruction, this course charts a blending of basic art concepts, 2 dimensional and 3-dimensional works of art, and art history and criticism. This course is designed to encourage independent thinking and creativity based on the belief that knowledge of the arts is and indispensable part of a student’s complete education. Topics addressed may include: aesthetic perception, art heritage, aesthetic valuing and creative expression.Course NameHumanities – Art IIAK Perf. Sch. EligibleNoPS IdentifierHS10817Adopted TextPrerequisiteHumanities – Art IGrade Level10-12Credit Value.5 Grade ScaleGrdThe Art II course is advanced-level courses to art concepts, 2 and 3-dimensional works of art, art history and criticism and development of a professional art portfolio. This course is designed to encourage independent thinking and creativity based on the belief that knowledge of the arts is an indispensable part of a student’s complete education. Topics addressed may include: aesthetic perception, art heritage, aesthetic valuing and creative expression.Course NameIntroduction to Theatre Arts I & IIAK Perf. Sch. EligibleNoPS IdentifierAdopted TextPrerequisiteGrade Level9-12Credit Value.5 eachGrade ScaleGrdThis course is designed to give students a basic background in theatre history, stage and set design, basic acting concepts, one act and multiple act play direction and performance, and theatre production.Career&Technical Courses1371600-4572000CTE00CTECTE COURSE NUMBERS 2019-2020Course #Course TitleLengthCreditsGradesATC CAMPUS onlyCTE104Industrial and Wilderness First Aid and Safety1 semester0.511, 12CTE106Certified Nursing Assistant (TECH prep credit available)1 semester111, 12CTE108Culinary Arts 1 1 semester111, 12CTE109Culinary Arts 2 1 semester111, 12CTE205AIntroduction to Process Technology 1 1 semester111, 12CTE205BIntroduction to Process Technology 2 1 semester111, 12CTE214Welding I 2 semesters110, 11, 12CTE215Welding II 2 semesters110, 11, 12KOTZEBUE HS / STAR OF NW CAMPUS onlyCTE107Foundations of Health Science 2 semesters110, 11, 12CTE209Foundations of Technology & Engineering2 semesters111,12CTE211Exploring STEM Careers (KMHS Only)2 semesters19, 10, 11, 12CTE220Design & Fabrication 1 1 semester0.511, 12CTE221Design & Fabrication 2 1 semester0.511, 12VTC COURSES TAUGHT FROM KOTZEBUECTE101FProfessionalism in Healthcare (TECH prep credit available)1 semester0.511, 12CTE101IIntroduction to Health Careers (TECH prep credit available)1 semester0.510, 11, 12CTE102IMedical Terminology (TECH prep credit available) 1 semester0.511, 12CTE103ED Course 3: Intro to Education I (TECH prep credit available)1 semester0.511, 12CTE103BEducation Course 4: Teach for Alaska’s Future (Dual Enrollment credit)1 semester0.511, 12Available to all sitesLS100Family Consumer Science2 semesters110, 11, 12CTE105Introduction to Culinary Arts2 semesters110, 11, 12Introduction to Theatre Arts I & II1 semester.59, 10, 11, 12CTE120Computer Science Discoveries1 semester.59, 10CTE121 Computer Science Principles2 semesters1.010, 11, 12CTE202Arctic Resource Management I2 semesters110, 11, 12CTE203Arctic Resource Management II2 semesters111, 12CTE204Introduction to Construction Trades Technology2 semesters110, 11, 12CTE206AMechanical Drawing and Design I2 semesters19, 10, 11, 12CTE206BMechanical Drawing and Design II2 semesters110, 11, 12CTE212NCCER Core1 semester0.511, 12CTE300Employment Internship2 semesters111, 12CTE307Employability Skills 1 semester0.511, 12CTE313Personal Finance1 semester0.59, 10, 11, 12CTE400 Construction Trades Math *Requires a certified Math teacher 2 semesters19, 10, 11, 12VOC102Applied Communication/Public Speaking2 semesters19, 10, 11, 12VOC103Business Software I1 semester.59, 10, 11, 12VOC104Business Software II1 semester.510, 11, 12VOC107Small Business Enterprise2 semesters19, 10, 11, 12VOC110Wood Technology I2 semesters19, 10, 11, 12VOC111Wood Technology II2 semesters1 10, 11, 12VOC112Desktop Publishing2 semesters19, 10, 11, 12VOC300Power Technology I2 semesters19, 10, 11, 12VOC403Multi-Media Production2 semesters111, 12NWABSD Career Pathway ElectivesNWABSD has chosen to use the “The National Career Clusters Framework” for organizing and delivering a quality CTE program through Programs of Study (POS) aligned to regional workforce needs and career pathways within the seven chosen Career Clusters identified in the table. A program of study (POS) is a comprehensive, structured approach for delivering academic and career and technical education to prepare students for postsecondary education and career success. (Source: U.S. Department of Education) Through the use of their Personal Learning and Career Plan (PLCP) for grades 6-12, students in the NWABSD have the opportunity to focus on one of seven career pathways giving them a head start on their future and leading the way in preparing our students to be successful by connecting career pathways to education National Career Cluster Courses Alignedby Career Cluster Arctic Resource Management I ?Arctic Resource Management II ?Power Technology I ?Power Technology II ?Small Business Enterprise ?Employability Skills ? Mechanical Drawing & Design I and II ?Introduction to Construction Trades ?Applied Math for Construction Trades ?Design & Fabrication 1 and 2 ?Foundations of Technology & Engineering ?Exploring STEM Careers ?Small Business Enterprise ?Employability Skills ? Business Software I & II ?Desktop Publishing ?Multimedia Production ?Small Business Enterprise ?Employability Skills ? Child Development ?Introduction to Education I ?Teach For Alaska’s FutureEmployability Skills ?Introduction to Health Careers ?Medical Terminology ?Industrial and Wilderness First Aid and Safety Emergency Trauma Technician (ETT) ?Certified Nurse’s Assistant ?Professionalism in Healthcare ?Employability Skills ? Introduction to Culinary Arts ?Culinary Arts I & IIFamily & Consumer Science ?Small Business Enterprise ?Employability Skills ? Introduction to Process Technology ?Foundations of Technology &Engineering ?Principles of Industrial Technology ?Power Technology I & II ?Welding I and II ?Small Business Enterprise ?Employability Skills ?The Career Clusters logo and its extensions are the property of the National Career Technical Education Foundation, as managed by NASDCTE Course NameApplied Math for the Construction TradesAK Perf. Sch. EligibleYes PS IdentifierCTE400Adopted TextPractical Problems in Math for CarpentersAvailabilityAll sitesGrade Level9-12Credit Value1.0 Grade Scale GrdThis course is approved to fulfill district requirements for graduation as a high school math credit. Students will spend 70% of the course in direct instruction on a wide variety of skills that are common workplace computational and math analysis prerequisites for employment. Students will have the opportunity to tailor their program of study to meet the demands of the Alaska Technical Center programs and those of other Alaskan post-secondary institutions. Students will spend 30% of the course pursuing fluency and conceptual understanding using procedural skills in hands-on applications.To qualify for graduation Math or APS credit, this class must be taught by a certified Math teacher.Course NameArctic Resource Management IAK Perf. Sch. EligibleNoPS IdentifierCTE202Adopted TextOnline MaterialsAvailabilityAll sitesGrade Level10-12Credit Value1.0Grade Scale GrdThis is a project-oriented course, which addresses those skills needed to construct, maintain, and repair equipment used in a subsistence lifestyle. The student is introduced to a variety of tools, materials, and methods. In addition, students also cultivate an understanding and appreciation for the Natural Resources within the region; as well as, Arctic survival strategies that include basic cartography skills through maps and GPS technology. This course articulates into the Agriculture and Natural Resources Pathways. Course NameArctic Resource Management IIAK Perf. Sch. EligibleNoPS IdentifierCTE203Pre-requisitesARM IOnline MaterialsAvailabilityAll sitesGrade Level10-12Credit Value1.0Grade Scale GrdThis is project -oriented course allows students to better understand the issues and needs that surround a subsistence lifestyle. Students will deepen their skills and knowledge related to the construction, maintenance and repair of equipment used for subsistence. Including small engines used in snow machines, four wheelers and boats. In addition, students will explore the rules and regulations that govern subsistence students will also explore the impact that variables such as climate change, oil and gas exploration, mining and urbanization have on our natural resources. This course articulates into the Agriculture and Natural Resources PathwaysCourse NameDesktop PublishingAK Perf. Sch. EligibleNoPS IdentifierVOC112Adopted TextOnline MaterialsPrerequisiteGrade Level9-12Credit Value1Grade Scale GrdIn this course, students apply appropriate word processing and layout skills to design, edit, and produce professional publications, which include text and graphics. Elements of good design are emphasized for newsletters, brochures, letterheads, business cards and other publications. Students will use publishing software required in today’s technology driven environment.Course NameIntroduction to Construction Trades TechnologyAK Perf. Sch. EligibleNoPS IdentifierCTE204Adopted TextPrerequisiteGrade Level10-12Credit Value1 Grade Scale GrdThis course serves as a foundation course that lays a foundation for residential construction as it articulates into the construction field. Students will acquire a fundamental knowledge in the safe use of hand tools, power equipment and construction procedures. Students will plan, design, select materials, layout, cut, assemble and finish projects related to the residential construction trade. In addition, students will use construction math and other related job skills needed to be successful in the residential construction trade. This course articulates into the Architecture and Construction PathwayCourse NameMechanical Drawing and Design IAK Perf. Sch. EligibleNoPS IdentifierCTE206AAdopted TextExploring DraftingAvailabilityAll sitesGrade Level9-12Credit Value1 Grade Scale GrdThis course covers the principles of drafting designs as it teaches the fundamentals of planning, interpreting and expression through drawing. It familiarizes the students with mechanical drawing along with experience in the methods and processes that promote success in project designs and construction. The student will be exposed to sketching, drafting tools and techniques, lettering, multi-views section views, working drawings, pattern development and models. Emphasis is placed on accuracy, neatness and time management representing objects in technical drawings This course articulates into the Architecture and Construction Pathways Course NameMechanical Drawing and Design IIAK Perf. Sch. EligibleNoPS IdentifierCTE206BAdopted TextExploring DraftingAvailabilityAll sitesGrade Level9-12Credit Value1 Grade Scale GrdThis course will expand on skills developed in Mechanical Drawing I and introduce students to the use of computer assisted drawing tools used by industry at a basic level. Focus of the course will be on proper drawing setup and the command and software structure of the tools used. Students will also learn the proper use of drawing and editing commands, drawing organization and an introduction to CAM/CNC technology for manufacturing and production of 3-d models. This course articulates into the Architecture and Construction PathwaysCourse NameMulti-Media ProductionAK Perf. Sch. EligibleNoPS IdentifierVOC403Adopted TextOnline resources AvailabilityAll sitesGrade Level11-12Credit Value1 Grade Scale GrdIn this project-based course students will use, analyze, and create video media. This advanced course will provide an environment for creative expression through visual media. Students will learn the specialized vocabulary of the film and television industry and use it to express themselves clearly and concisely in their writing about film. Students will develop ideas individually or within a group, compose a script, and complete a video project based on their script. Students will study the art of filmmaking and the creative process that precedes any film. Each student will be expected to present a production they directed and digitally edited in some public forum. Course NamePower Technology IAK Perf. Sch. EligibleNoPS IdentifierVOC300Adopted TextAvailabilityAll sitesGrade Level9-12Credit Value1 Grade Scale GrdThrough the study of power technology (small engines), the student will become familiar with the design and theory of operation, systems, repair, and maintenance of several types of fossil fuel powered devices as well as skills in the use of machines, tools, and methods common to these devices. This course should interest the student seeking to enter technical school, engineering, general employment, or subsistence lifestyles. This course articulates into both the Agriculture and Natural Resources and Manufacturing Pathways. Course NameSmall Business EnterpriseAK Perf. Sch. EligibleNoPS IdentifierVOC107Adopted TextVariesAvailabilityAll sitesGrade Level9-12Credit Value1 Grade Scale GrdThis course offers students the skills needed to explore the work of entrepreneurship. The focus will be establishing and operate a school-based business that offers students the opportunity to practice entrepreneurial skills. This course is designed to utilize local business people as mentors. Key components of the course include relevant real-world experiences, workplace skills, exploration of entrepreneurship, teamwork, and interpersonal communication skill development. Course NameWood Technology IAK Perf. Sch. EligibleNoPS IdentifierVOC110Adopted TextExploring WoodworkingAvailabilityAll sitesGrade Level9-12Credit Value1 Grade Scale GrdThis course acquaints the student with many basic processes and skills used in several woodworking fields. Students will learn to safely use a variety of general and special hand tools to solve small woodworking problems before proceeding to any major project work. All students will complete project(s) in hand tool working and basic carpentry. Related math skills will be interspersed throughout the course. Course NameWood Technology IIAK Perf. Sch. EligibleNoPS IdentifierVOC111Adopted TextExploring WoodworkingAvailabilityAll sitesGrade Level10-12Credit Value1.0Grade Scale GrdWood Technology II will continue the growth of skills and knowledge developed in Wood Technology I by replacing hand tools with power tools thereby allowing the student to produce high quality finished products. Additional emphasis will be placed on shop safety proper tool usage and maintenance. Further; job-related and employability skills will be stressed, as more latitude for individual choice in projects will be given. Course NameWelding IAK Perf. Sch. EligibleNoPS IdentifierCTE214Adopted TextAvailabilityATC Campus OnlyGrade Level10-12Credit Value1 Grade Scale GrdWelding I will teach basic theory and practice of fusing and cutting ferrous metals. Shielded metal ARC welding (SMAW) is the welding process emphasized. Students will be exposed to oxy-fuel and/or plasma cutting and wire feed welding. Topics of study will include welding safety, drawing, and symbol comprehension, welding inspection, and testing. Standard industrial and OSHA safety practices are stressed. Course NameWelding IIAK Perf. Sch. EligibleNoPS IdentifierCTE215Adopted TextAvailabilityATC Campus OnlyGrade Level10-12Credit Value1.0Grade Scale GrdStandard industrial and OSHA safety practices are ongoing learning outcomes. Students will continue to gain experience with a selection of welded joint designs with a variety of electrodes. Welding II is a project-based course. Students will complete projects either individually or as a member of a project group.Course NameProfessionalism in HealthcareAK Perf. Sch. EligibleNoPS IdentifierCTE101FAdopted TextProfessionalism in Health CareAvailabilityVTCGrade Level11-12Credit Value.5Grade Scale GrdThis course is an underpinning for any UAF Allied Health degree and presents skills to ensure success for the professional secretary, receptionist, medical worker and others. Includes interview skills, business manners, customer service, and dressing for success. This course articulates into the Health Science pathways offered through the?NWABSD Star of the Northwest Magnet School Course NameIntroduction to Health CareersAK Perf. Sch. EligibleNoPS IdentifierCTE101IAdopted TextHeath Science FundamentalsAvailabilityVTCGrade Level10-12Credit Value.5Grade Scale GrdThis course is an underpinning for any UAF Allied Health degree and provides an introduction to health careers and the psychology of patient care and is design to familiarize student with various career opportunities in the medical professions. Students will learn skills necessary for their healthcare pathway including working with others, communication skills, legal and ethics responsibilities, and cultural considerations in the healthcare industry. This course articulates into the Health Science pathways offered through the?NWABSD Star of the Northwest Magnet School Course NameIndustrial and Wilderness First Aid & SafetyAK Perf. Sch. EligibleNoPS IdentifierCTE104PrerequisiteMedical Terminology AvailabilityATC Campus OnlyGrade Level11-12Credit Value0.5 Grade Scale GrdThis course provides instruction on emergency first aid awareness and techniques. Students acquire knowledge and skills necessary for managing emergencies in a medical/dental office and other clinical or industrial settings as well as for personal use. Includes CPR training with AED, control of bleeding and shock management, recognizing heart problems, stroke poisoning, burns, diabetes, seizures, trauma injuries, hypothermia, frostbite and insect stings. Students will also be introduced to a variety of other work-related safety requirements such as Mines Safety Health Administration (MSHA) Certification requirements. OSHA and NIOSH Throughout the course Personal safety is stressed. Upon satisfactory completion of the course, students will receive an American Heart Association First Aid and CPR for Adults, Children, and Infants card, including AED. This course articulates into the Health Science pathways offered through the?NWABSD Star of the Northwest Magnet SchoolCourse NameIntroduction to Process Technology IAK Perf. Sch. EligibleNoPS IdentifierCTE205aPrerequisiteAvailabilityATC Campus OnlyGrade Level11-12Credit Value1.0 (meets 2 periods for 1 semester)Grade Scale GrdThis course allows students to explore a variety of crafts found in process technology related fields including mining and gas exploration, pre-engineering millwright, core drilling, and other related fields. Students will work through a series of modules surrounding STEM. In addition, students will learn about the safety, health, environmental issues and impacts and support for both the process industries and the technicians who operate within this domain. This course articulates into the Manufacturing pathways offered through the?NWABSD Star of the Northwest Magnet School Course NameIntroduction to Process Technology IIAK Perf. Sch. EligibleNoPS IdentifierCTE205bPrerequisite: Intro to Process Technology IAvailabilityATC Campus OnlyGrade Level11-12Credit Value1.0 (meets 2 periods for 1 semester)Grade Scale GrdThis course is a continuation of Intro to Process Technology I and allows students to continue to explore a variety of crafts found in process technology related fields including mining and gas exploration, pre-engineering millwright, core drilling, and other related fields. Students will work through a series of modules surrounding STEM. In addition, students will learn about the safety, health, environmental issues and impacts and support for both the process industries and the technicians who operate within this domain. This course articulates into the Manufacturing pathways offered through the?NWABSD Star of the Northwest Magnet School Course NameDesign and Fabrication IAK Perf. Sch. EligibleNoPS IdentifierCTE220PrerequisiteAvailabilityKotzebue Campus Grade Level11-12Credit Value0.5 Grade Scale GrdIn this course students will learn to draw objects in two- and three-dimensions using Rhino computer aided design software. Students will be taught design principles which will enable them to conceptualize, draw, and fabricate objects using CNC vinyl cutting, laser cutting, and 3D printing tools.?This course articulates into the Manufacturing pathways offered through the?NWABSD Star of the Northwest Magnet School Course NameDesign and Fabrication IIAK Perf. Sch. EligibleNoPS IdentifierCTE221PrerequisiteDesign and Fabrication IAvailabilityKotzebue CampusGrade Level11-12Credit Value0.5 Grade Scale GrdThis course is a continuation of Design and Fabrication 1 with a focus in advancing skills in 3D modeling and computer aided manufacturing (CAM) using CNC devices that require tool path generation. Students will complete training in Rhino Level 2 and become familiar with Aspire software. Through both guided and independent student projects students will become proficient in 3D printing as well as manufacturing objects using CNC Routers and Plasma Cutters – tools which require the calculation and?generation of tool paths.?This course articulates into the Manufacturing pathways offered through the?NWABSD Star of the Northwest Magnet School Course NameIntroduction to Culinary ArtsAK Perf. Sch. EligibleNoPS IdentifierCTE105PrerequisiteAvailabilityAll SitesGrade Level10-12Credit Value1.0Grade Scale GrdThis course introduces students to careers in food service and teaches them the basic skills needed for success in the food service industry. Students will work to learn more about successful customer relations, proper handling and food serving techniques aligned to ServSafeTM certification, accident and injury prevention, kitchen basics, food service equipment, nutrition and preparing for a successful career. This course is designed using the school-to-career learning model. After completion of an exit exam, students may also qualify for a ServSafeTM food handler’s certificate. This course articulates into the Hospitality and Tourism Pathways Course NameFamily and Consumer ScienceAK Perf. Sch. EligibleNoPS IdentifierLS100PrerequisiteAvailabilityAll SitesGrade Level9-12Credit Value1.0Grade Scale GrdThis course is designed to provide a basic working knowledge in the areas of clothing, textiles, food and nutrition, consumer education, and personal finance. Course NameMedical TerminologyAK Perf. Sch. EligibleNoPS IdentifierCTE101PrerequisiteIntro to Health CareersAvailabilityVTC/ATC CampusGrade Level11-12Credit Value0.5 Grade Scale GrdThis course focuses on the study of medical terminology including analysis and origin of word roots, prefixes and suffixes. Understanding the word components, students will be able to build, spell and define medical words. Content will be presented by body systems focusing on terms for anatomy, diagnostic, laboratory and medical specialties. Includes use of medical dictionary, word pronunciation and abbreviations. Designed for health care professionals Course NameIntroduction to Education IAK Perf. Sch. EligibleNoPS IdentifierCTE103PrerequisiteAvailabilityVTC/KHSGrade Level11-12Credit Value0.5 Grade Scale GrdThis course is designed for students interested in pursuing careen in the education field. Students will explore their personal learning styles while learning how to teach students with different learning styles. They will research careers in education and utilize a variety of resources, including community members and classroom teachers, to learn more about the teaching profession, it's requirements, and rewards. Through reading and writing assignments, students will reflect upon many educational issues including those affecting teachers and students in rural Alaska. Technological and cultural aspects will be incorporated into lessons Course NameTeach for Alaska’s FutureAK Perf. Sch. EligibleNoPS IdentifierHS10314PrerequisiteIntro to Education IAvailabilityVTC/KHSGrade Level11-12Credit Value0.5 Grade Scale GrdThe second of a two-part series of courses designed to prepare students for a career in the field of education in Alaska. Dual Enrollment credit is available for this course.Course NameBusiness Software I & IIAK Perf. Sch. EligibleNoPS IdentifierPrerequisiteBusiness Software I ^AvailabilityAll SitesGrade Level9-12Credit Value0.5 eachGrade Scale GrdIn this course, students will explore industry standard office-suite programs and a presentation program. Critical thinking skills are applied through the use of real-like and career-oriented applications. ^Pre-Requisite for Business Software II is Business Software I.Course NameComputer Science DiscoveriesAK Perf. Sch. EligibleNoPS IdentifierCTE120Adopted AvailabilityAll SitesGrade Level9-10Credit Value0.5Grade Scale GrdComputer Science Discoveries (CS Discoveries) is an introductory computer science course that empowers students to create authentic artifacts and engage with computer science as a medium for creativity, communication, problem solving, and fun.Course NameComputer Science PrinciplesAK Perf. Sch. EligibleYesPS IdentifierCTE121Adopted AvailabilityAll SitesGrade Level10-12Credit Value1.0Grade Scale GrdComputer Science Principles introduces students to the foundational concepts of computer science and challenges them to explore how computing and technology can impact the world. The curriculum is flexible to be taught as a normal course or as an AP course. CS Principles complements CS Discoveries with a deeper focus on concepts such as how the internet works and the societal impacts of computer science. The course works for beginners and students with experience in our other courses.NWABSD has chosen to use the “The National Career Clusters? Framework” for organizing and delivering a quality CTE program through Programs of Study (POS) aligned to regional workforce needs and career pathways within the seven chosen Career Clusters identified in the table. A program of study (POS) is a comprehensive, structured approach for delivering academic and career and technical education to prepare students for postsecondary education and career success. (Source: U.S. Department of Education) Through the use of their Personal Learning and Career Plan (PLCP) for grades 6-12, students in the NWABSD have the opportunity to focus on one of seven career pathways giving them a head start on their future and leading the way in preparing our students to be successful by connecting career pathways to education ................
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