High School Course Selection 2021-2022

COURSE SELECTION 2021/2022 Selecting a course of study is an important decision that requires a determination of both short-term and long-range educational goals. Consider your choices carefully and discuss the matter with your counselor, teachers, and parents. Nido builds its high school schedule each year based on student requests; therefore, it is important that you choose your first-choice courses at the time of registration. Adding or dropping of courses is discouraged, and course changes may not fit into a student’s schedule once the school’s master schedule has been built. Course changes will not be permitted after the drop/add period (typically the first week of each semester).

COURSE LOAD Students normally take eight classes each semester, except for juniors taking the full IB Diploma, in which case the minimum is seven classes each semester. Seniors may take seven or eight classes depending on their graduation plan. Chilean National Plan (CNP) students must earn eight academic grades per school year.

ACADEMIC PROGRAM BY GRADE Freshmen (entering Grade 9): Freshmen required courses are English, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Freshman Seminar (Health & Technology), Language, and Physical Education. Additional specific requirements for students enrolled in the Chilean National Plan (CNP) include Social Studies in Spanish, Spanish as a first language, and a fine arts semester credit.

Sophomores (entering Grade 10): For Sophomore Nido Academic Diploma students, required courses include English, US History, Math, Science, Language, and Physical Education. Additional specific requirements for CNP students include Spanish as a first language, social studies in Spanish, and a fine arts semester credit.

Juniors (entering Grade 11): For Junior Nido Academic Diploma students, courses in English, Social Studies, Math, Science and Language are required. Additional specific requirements for CNP students include Philosophy in Spanish, Social Studies in Spanish, and Spanish as a first language.

Seniors (entering Grade 12): The Nido Academic Diploma Senior requirement is English. Additional specific requirements for CNP students include Philosophy in Spanish, Social Studies in Spanish, and Spanish as a first language.

Note: In order to graduate from Nido, students enrolled in the Chilean National Plan must obtain sufficient credits to obtain a Nido Academic Diploma. For CNP students, grade promotion is based on specific regulations established by the Chilean Ministry of Education.

TABLE OF CONTENTS MASTER COURSE LIST

3

ENGLISH

9

ENGLISH AS AN ADDITIONAL LANGUAGE (EAL)

13

SOCIAL STUDIES (INTERNATIONAL)

15

SOCIAL STUDIES (NATIONAL)

20

MATH

23

SCIENCE

29

SPANISH AS A FIRST LANGUAGE

35

SPANISH AS AN ADDITIONAL LANGUAGE

39

MANDARIN CHINESE

43

VISUAL ARTS

46

MUSIC

49

THEATER

52

DANCE

55

PHYSICAL EDUCATION

56

DESIGN TECHNOLOGY

60

GUIDANCE

62

IB PROGRAM

63

LEARNING SUPPORT

65

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MASTER COURSE LIST

English

Social Studies (International)

Course

Code

Credit

Grade

Course

Code

Credit

Grade

English 9

1000

1

9

World History

2019

1

9

English 10

1010

1

10

US History

2020

1

10

Global Texts I

1025

1

11

Global Politics

2146

.5

10-12

IB English A: Literature SLI

1070

1

11

Global Conflicts

2148

.5

10-12

IB English A: Literature HLI

1080

1

11

Applied Economics

2150

.5

11-12

IB English A: Language & Literature SL I

1092

1

11

Personal Finance

2152

.5

11-12

IB English A: Language & Literature HL I

1090

1

11

Social Psychology

2154

.5

11-12

The Psychology of Happiness

2156

.5

11-12

Global Texts II

1026

1

12

IB Economics SL I

2049

1

11-12

IB English A: Literature SL II

1071

1

12

IB Economics HL I

2052

1

11-12

IB English A: Literature HL II

1081

1

12

IB History HL I

2048

1

11

IB English A: Language & Literature SL II

1093

1

12

IB Env Systems & Society SL I

4305

1

11

IB English A: Language & Literature HL II

1091

1

12

IB Economics SL II

2051

1

12

IB Economics HL II

2053

1

12

IB History HL II

2043

1

12

IB Env. Systems & Society SL II

4310

1

12

English as an Additional Language (EAL) Course

Code

Credit

Grade

English for Academic Purposes*

138

1

9-12

HS English: EAL Adapted I

136

1

9-11

HS English: EAL Adapted II

137

1

9-12

* These courses may be repeated for credit

3

Math

Social Studies (National)

Course

Code

Credit

Grade

Course

Code

Credit

Grade

Math Lab 1

3009

1

9

National Plan Social Studies 9

2111

1

9

Math 9

3011

1

9

National Plan Studies 10

2112

1

10

Math 9 Advanced

3012

1

9

Philosophy I

2130

1

11

Math Lab 2

3013

1

10

IB History SLI (Spanish)

2041

1

11

Math 10

3014

1

10

Chilean History I

2115

1

11

Math 10 Advanced

3016

1

10

Philosophy II

2131

1

12

Math Lab 3

3057

1

11

IB History SL II (Spanish)

2042

1

12

Math 11

3041

1

11

Chilean History II

2116

1

12

IB Math SL Applications & Interpretation I

3076

1

11

IB Math SL Analysis & Approaches I

3081

1

11

IB Math HL Applications & Interpretation I

3078

1

11

IB Math HL Analysis & Approaches I

3083

1

Math Lab 4

3058

Math 12

Spanish as a First Language Course

Code

Credit

Grade

Spanish 9

5000

1

9

11

Spanish 10

5010

1

10

1

12

Spanish 11

5030

1

11

3042

1

12

IB Spanish A: Literature SLI

5040

1

11

IB Math SL Applications & Interpretation II

3077

1

12

IB Spanish A: Literature HLI

5050

1

11

IB Math SL Analysis & Approaches II

3082

1

12

IB Spanish A; Language & Literature SLI

5042

1

11

IB Math HL Applications & Interpretation II

3079

1

12

Spanish 12

5031

1

12

IB Math HL Analysis & Approaches HL II

3084

1

12

IB Spanish A: Literature SLII

5041

1

12

IB Spanish A: Literature H LII

5051

1

12

IB Spanish A: Language & Literature SL II

5043

1

12

4

Spanish as an Additional Language

Mandarin Chinese

Course

Code

Credit

Grade

Course

Code

Credit

Grade

Spanish B1

5150

1

9-12

Mandarin Chinese I

5500

1

9-12

Spanish B2

5151

1

9-12

Mandarin Chinese II

5510

1

9-12

Spanish B3

5152

1

9-12

IB Mandarin Ab Initio SL I**

5520

1

11

Spanish B4

5153

1

9-12

IB Chinese A: Literature SL I

5530

1

11

IB Spanish Ab Initio SL I

5202

1

11

IB Chinese A: Literature HL1

5525

1

11

IB Spanish B SL I

5205

1

11

IB Mandarin Ab Initio SL II**

5521

1

12

IB Spanish B HL I

5200

1

11

IB Chinese A: Literature SL II

5531

1

12

IB Spanish A: Language & Literature SL I

5042

1

11

IB Chinese A: Literature HL II

5529

1

12

IB Spanish Ab Initio SL II

5203

1

12

IB Spanish B SL II

5206

1

12

IB Spanish B HL II

5201

1

12

IB Spanish A: Language & Literature SL II

5043

1

12

** If low enrollment numbers, these courses may be taught online through Pamoja Education.

Additional annual fees apply. For more information, visit: https://pamojaeducation.com/course/pt-mandarin-ab-initio/

5

Science

Technology (Design & Applied)

Course

Code

Credit

Grade

Course

Code

Credit

Grade

Life Science

4011

1

9

Foundations of Design Tech

6507

.5

9-12

Physical Science

4012

1

10

Foundations of Robotics

6511

.5

9-12

Physiology

4015

1

11/12

Coding

6509

.5

10-12

Applied Science

4022

1

11/12

Design Lab*

6508

.5

10-12

IB Biology SL I

4050

1

11

Film

6505

.5

10-12

IB Biology HL I

4051

1

11

Graphic Design

6506

.5

10-12

IB Chemistry SL I

4106

1

11

IB Design Technology SL I

4315

1

11

IB Chemistry HL I

4107

1

11

IB Design Technology HL I

4316

1

11

IB Physics SL I

4205

1

11

IB Design Technology SL II

4317

1

12

IB Physics HL I

4206

1

11

IB Design Technology HL II

4318

1

12

IB Env. Systems & Society SL I

4305

1

11

IB Design Technology SL I

4315

1

11

IB Design Technology HL I

4316

1

11

Course

Code

Credit

Grade

IB Biology SL II

4031

1

12

Foundations of PE

7040

.5

9

IB Biology HL II

4041

1

12

Wilderness Adventure*

7041

.5

9-12

IB Chemistry SL II

4101

1

12

AquaFit*

7042

.5

10-12

IB Chemistry HL II

4103

1

12

Dance Lab*

7043

.5

10-12

IB Physics SL II

4202

1

12

Personal Fitness*

7004

.5

10-12

IB Physics HL II

4204

1

12

Group Fitness*

7044

.5

10-12

IB Env Systems & Society SL II

4310

1

12

Mind & Body Wellness*

7045

.5

10-12

IB Design Technology SL II

4317

1

12

Race Ready*

7046

.5

10-12

IB Design Technology HL II

4318

1

12

Invasion Games & Leadership

7047

.5

11-12

Lifetime Fitness & Activity

7048

.5

11-12

Physical Education

* These courses may be repeated for credit

6

Music (Fine & Performing Arts)

Health, Design, & Technology

Course

Code

Credi t

Grade

Concert Band*

6220

1

9-12

Choir*

6248

.5

9-12

Music Creation*

6417

.5

9-12

Percussion*

6418

.5

9-12

Guitar*

6241

.5

10-12

Piano*

6416

.5

10-12

IB Music SL I

6210

1

11

IB Music HL I

6211

1

11

IB Music SL II

6212

1

12

IB Music HL II

6213

1

12

Dance (Fine & Performing Arts) Course

Code

Credit

Grade

Foundations of Dance

6123

.5

9-12

Dance Lab*

6128

.5

10-12

Guidance Course

Code

Credit

Grade

Senior University Counseling Seminar

9030

.5

12

Course

Code

Credit

Grade

First Year Seminar

8064

1

9

Visual Arts (Fine & Performing Arts) Course

Code

Credit

Grade

Foundations of Art

6005

.5

9-12

Visual Arts 2D Lab*

6038

.5

10-12

Visual Arts Mixed Media Lab*

6036

.5

10-12

Visual Arts 3D Lab*

6045

.5

10-12

IB Visual Arts SL I

6043

1

11

IB Visual Arts HL I

6044

1

11

IB Visual Arts SL II

6041

1

12

IB Visual Arts HL II

6042

1

12

Theater (Fine & Performing Arts) Course

Code

Credit

Grade

Foundations of Theater

6147

.5

9-12

Speech Communications

6152

.5

10-12

Improv

6104

.5

10-12

Stagecraft

6153

.5

10-12

Theater Lab*

6149

.5

10-12

IB Theater Arts SL I

6122

1

11

IB Theater Arts SL II

6121

1

12

IB Theater Arts HL I

6130

1

11

IB Theater Arts HL II

6131

1

12

* These courses may be repeated for credit

7

IB Program Course

Code

Credit

Grade

IB Theory of Knowledge I

2060

1

11

IB Theory of Knowledge II

2061

.5

12

IB Exam Prep

26

n/a

12

Learning Support Course

Code

Credit

Grade

Learning Lab 1*

145

1

9/10

Learning Lab 2*

146

1

11/12

Math Lab 1

3009

1

9

Math Lab 2

3013

1

10

Math Lab 3

3057

1

11

Math Lab 4

3058

1

12

* These courses may be repeated for credit

8

ENGLISH

ENGLISH 9 Course Number: 1000

Grade level: 9

Credit Value: 1

Prerequisite: n/a

This course emphasizes the study of the literary genres: short story, novel, non-fiction, poetry, and drama.

Compositions and written and oral language development are integrated into the study of literature. Students will have the opportunity to demonstrate their knowledge and skills through class participation, group work, essays, tests, creative writing pieces, and oral class presentations.

ENGLISH 10 Course Number: 1010

Grade level: 10

Credit Value: 1

Prerequisite: English 9

This course explores the literary heritage of the English speaking world. Students will learn how to write literary commentaries, expository essays, and creative pieces based on various genres. Students will also continue to develop and practice their oral expression, literary analysis, and critical thinking skills. Students will complete a major research project called: The Purpose Project. In addition to fostering writing, research, and editorial skills, the project is designed to help students see the world as it is beyond the classroom and how they might fit into and impact it.

9

GLOBAL TEXTS I Course Number: 1025

Grade level: 11

Credit Value: 1

Prerequisite: English 10

Global Texts expands skyward from literature of the Americas to include literature and other texts from every corner of the world. The course will embrace literary and creative reading, writing, and analysis across cultures and textual genres. In addition to literature, this course will offer students the opportunity to analyze, discuss, and experience film, art, music, and more. This course is perfect for the curious, multicultural student whose mind is open and who has a desire to learn.

IB ENGLISH A: LITERATURE SLI Course Number: 1070

Grade level: 11

Credit Value: 1

Prerequisite: English 10

This course is the first year of a two-year Literature Standard Level sequence and is designed for the native or near-native speaker of English. The course is similar to Literature Higher Level in its approach to literature but includes fewer texts and somewhat different requirements and criteria for IB assessments. The major objectives of the program are to develop oral and written expression, to understand and use techniques of literary criticism, to foster an appreciation of literature, and to stimulate critical thinking. Assessment includes essays, oral and written commentaries, discussions, and oral presentations, as well as IB required assessments.

IB ENGLISH A: LITERATURE HLI Course Number: 1080

Grade level: 11

Credit Value: 1

Prerequisite: English 10

This course is the first year of the two-year IB Literature Higher Level sequence and is designed for the native or near-native speaker of English. Students study literature from different periods, styles, genres, and cultures.

The major objectives of the program are to develop oral and written expression, to understand and use techniques of literary criticism, to foster an appreciation of literature, and to stimulate critical thinking.

Assessment includes essays, oral and written commentaries, discussions, and oral presentations, as well as IB required assessments.

IB ENGLISH A: LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE SLI Course Number: 1092

Grade level: 11

Credit Value: 1

Prerequisite: English 10

This course is the first year of the two-year IB Language and Literature sequence and is designed for the native or near-native speaker of English. Students engage with a range of literary texts from different periods, styles, genres, and cultures. They also develop an appreciation and understanding of the forms and influence of mass media and the development of the English language and culture. The SL course differs from the HL course primarily in the number of required IB assessments. The SL students are not required to write an externally-assessed essay. In addition, the SL Paper One IB exam is one hour and fifteen minutes as opposed to two hours and fifteen minutes at the HL level.

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IB ENGLISH A: LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE HLI Course Number: 1090

Grade level: 11

Credit Value: 1

Prerequisite: English 10

This course is the first year of the two-year IB Language and Literature sequence and is designed for the native or near-native speaker of English. Students engage with literature from different periods, styles, genres, and cultures. They also study a variety of non-literary text types including speeches, advertisements, articles, blogs, etc.. The major objectives of the program are: to develop confident and creative oral and written expression, to stimulate critical thinking, and to foster an understanding of how language, culture, and context determine the ways in which meaning is constructed in texts. Assessment includes the HL essay, written and oral commentaries, discussions, and presentations, as well as IB required assessments.

GLOBAL TEXTS II Course Number: 1026

Grade level: 12

Credit Value: 1

Prerequisite: Global Tests I or Any IB Y1 English Course

Global Texts II continues the exploration of a wide variety of authors and literary genres including: the novel, poetry, drama, short stories, and the novel-in-verse. Some units of study allow for student choice in terms of texts and projects. On a daily basis, students should expect to discuss, read, and write. The writing assignments range from formal academic analyses to creative personal expressions. Projects may include assignments such as creating a poetry portfolio, recording a short story podcast episode, and sharing research findings in oral presentations. This course is designed to engage students using the power of words.

IB ENGLISH A: LITERATURE SLII Course Number: 1071

Grade level: 12

Credit Value: 1

Prerequisite: IB English A: Literature SLI

This course is the second year of a two-year Literature Standard Level sequence and is designed for the native or near-native speaker of English. The course is similar to Literature Higher Level in its approach to literature but includes fewer texts and somewhat different requirements and criteria for IB assessments. The major objectives of the program are to develop oral and written expression, to understand and use techniques of literary criticism, to foster an appreciation of literature, and to stimulate critical thinking. Assessment includes essays, oral and written commentaries, discussions, and oral presentations, as well as IB required assessments.

IB ENGLISH A: LITERATURE HL II Course Number: 1081

Grade level: 12

Credit Value: 1

Prerequisite: IB English A: Literature HLI

This course is the second year of the two-year IB Literature Higher Level sequence and is designed for the native or near-native speaker of English. Students study literature from different periods, styles, genres, and cultures. The major objectives of the course is to develop oral and written expression, to understand and use techniques of literary criticism, to foster an appreciation of literature, and to stimulate critical thinking.

Assessment includes essays, oral and written commentaries, discussions, and oral presentations, as well as IB required assessments.

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IB ENGLISH A: LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE SLII Course Number: 1093

Grade level: 12

Credit Value: 1

Prerequisite: IB English A: Language and Literature SL1

This is the second year of a two-year IB standard level course. In the second year, students will continue to work on developing their listening, speaking, reading, writing, presenting, and performing skills. They will continue to work on analysis, interpretation, and evaluation. In the second year of the course, SL students will focus on their Individual Commentary and on their written exams..

IB ENGLISH A: LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE HL II Course Number: 1091

Grade level: 12

Credit Value: 1

Prerequisite: IB English A: Language and Literature HLI

This course is the second year of the two-year IB Language and Literature sequence and is designed for the native or near-native speaker of English. Students study literature from different periods, styles, genres, and cultures, as well the forms and influence of mass media and the development of the English language and culture. The major objectives of this course is to develop oral and written expression, to stimulate critical thinking, and to understand how language, culture, and context determine the ways in which meaning is constructed in texts. Assessment includes essays, written and oral commentaries, discussions, and presentations, as well as IB required assessments.

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ENGLISH AS AN ADDITIONAL LANGUAGE (EAL)

ENGLISH FOR ACADEMIC PURPOSES (EAP)* Course Number: 138

Grade levels: 9-12

Credit Value: 1 (Pass/ Fail will reflect on transcript)

Prerequisite: Teacher Placement

This course is designed to assist EAL students in meeting the demands of mainstream classes at the high school level. Students will improve their English proficiency with a focus on needs that arise in relation to the subject matter and skills being covered in their content area classes such as the Social Sciences and English. EAL students will refine their ability to express facts, ideas and opinions, using appropriate vocabulary and grammatical structures. They will engage with each content area through class texts and supplementary material to facilitate their understanding. In addition, they will improve their oral communication and academic writing by gathering and critically examining appropriate resources to support both. This course may be repeated for credit. Registration for this course is made by teacher placement only.

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HS ENGLISH: EAL ADAPTED I Course Number: 136

Grade level: 9-11

Credit Value: 1

Prerequisite: Teacher Placement

This course accommodates the English language learner through an adapted curriculum, aligned with the equivalent mainstream English courses, that allows students to accelerate their acquisition of English. The study of the literary genres: short story, novel, and drama are emphasized. Written and oral language development are integrated into the study of literature, and additionally students will learn to examine each piece through literary devices. Assessment includes class participation, group work, essays, tests, creative writing pieces, and oral class presentations. This course is not adequate preparation for an IB course in English. Registration for this course is made by teacher placement only.

HS ENGLISH: EAL ADAPTED II Course Number: 137

Grade level: 9-12

Credit Value: 1

Prerequisite: Teacher Placement

This course accommodates the English language learner through an adapted curriculum, aligned with the equivalent mainstream English courses, that allows students to accelerate and further extend their English language proficiency. Students will gain the foundation needed for successfully transitioning into upper division courses. The study of the literary genres: short story, novel, and drama are emphasized. Written and oral language development are integrated into the study of literature, and additionally students will learn to examine each piece through literary devices. Assessment includes class participation, group work, essays, tests, creative writing pieces, and oral class presentations. Registration for this course is made by teacher placement only.

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SOCIAL STUDIES (INTERNATIONAL)

WORLD HISTORY Course Number: 2019

Grade level: 9

Credit Value: 1

Prerequisite: N/A

This course exposes students to major themes in world history such as innovation, revolution and globalization.

The first semester course focuses on the theme of innovation, with a focus on philosophical and scientific innovation in ancient Greece, political and commercial innovation in ancient Rome and China, and cultural and religious innovation in Renaissance Europe. The second semester focuses on the theme of revolution. The course begins by defining the concept of “revolution” and the patterns by which they unfold. It then proceeds to examine the French Revolution and the process of decolonization in Africa. Students will complete a research paper in the second semester of the course. The course will help students develop research and writing skills.

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UNITED STATES HISTORY Course Number: 2020

Grade level: 10 (advised), 11 or 12 (if required to meet Nido graduation)

Credit Value: 1

Prerequisite: World History 9

This survey U.S. History course aims to give students an overview of major events in U.S. history, while linking these events to themes that are relevant to societies around the world. Students will explore five main content strands: Conflict and resolution, leadership and citizenship, global connections, innovation and social progress, and ethics and ideology. During the course students will hone their research, analytical thinking, and academic writing skills in order to prepare for upper level humanities courses. Students will explore a number of primary and secondary sources in each unit and will be assessed in a variety of ways, including: quizzes (reading, vocabulary, map), essays, simulations, debates, research projects, oral presentations, graded discussions, and rap battles.

GLOBAL POLITICS Course Number: 2146

Grade level: 10-12

Credit Value: .5

Prerequisite: N/A

Global Politics is an academic discipline that focuses on contemporary events and the interactions between national and international actors, including states and non-state actors, such as the United Nations, the International Monetary Fund, and the World Bank. The study of Global Politics has become more important and more complex as our world has become more globalized and interconnected. For Nido students, Global Politics provides an opportunity for inquiry into, and reflection on, key global issues from a local, national and global perspective. Students will have opportunities to acquire and apply a range of skills: • Gathering, synthesizing and communicating information individually and in groups • Developing and justifying a line of reasoning (in both oral and written form) The nature of Global Politics makes for a fluid class structure, allowing students to explore areas of interest, tackle pertinent current events, and explore topics creatively.

GLOBAL CONFLICTS Course Number: 2148

Grade level: 10-12

Credit Value: .5

Prerequisite: N/A

Global Conflict is an academic course of study that draws from the disciplines of history, politics, and international relations while focusing on major conflicts going on in the world today. By examining academic theories and taking a case study approach students will attempt to reach some conclusions as to the nature and causes of conflict and how these have been changing in the post-Cold War era. Students will examine the impacts of conflict with particular focus on the contemporary refugee crisis. This course will also consider the role of international organizations such as the UN, EU, AU, NATO and NGO’S in attempting to prevent conflict, bring about peace, and deal with the aftermath of conflict. Collaboration, presentations and simulations will be the foundational components of the course.

SOCIAL PSYCHOLOGY Course Number: 2154

Grade level: 11-12

Credit Value: .5

Prerequisite: N/A

Why do people make certain decisions? Why do humans like some people and not others? What influence do peers have on each other? This course will provide an introduction to the theories and principles that influence how people think about, influence, and relate to one another. Topics covered will also explore attitude, personality conformity, persuasion, attraction, aggression, and prejudice. The course will use project-based learning to introduce students to experimental design, and each student will get the opportunity to construct and carry out social psychological research on Nido’s campus. Learning will be stimulated with the use of diverse media, including TED Talks and podcasts.

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THE PSYCHOLOGY OF HAPPINESS Course Number: 2156

Grade level: 11-12

Credit Value: .5

Prerequisite: N/A

What does it mean to live “the good life?” And more importantly, how can humans more effectively achieve the good life? This course will provide an introduction to the philosophical ideas and psychological principles that influence how people experience happiness, success, and satisfaction. From an exploration of historical theories of happiness to modern research about positive psychology, students will explore their own happiness while relating their own experiences to academic study. Students will complete a final project on how to cultivate happiness in their own lives.

APPLIED ECONOMICS Course Number: 2150

Grade level: 11-12

Credit Value: .5

Prerequisite: N/A

This course provides a broad view of the social science of economics. It builds on real-world economic applications to create a basic understanding of economic concepts, including a range of both macro and microeconomic concepts. The course relates economic principles and business applications through real-world situations students are familiar with. Guest speakers will be invited from the business and economic community. Students will encounter different economic systems and economic laws. They will also investigate how to think like an economist and will analyze and interpret data to understand the laws of supply and demand. Students will also be presented with economic applications in today’s world. From economics in the world of business, trade, money, banking, and finance, students will see how economics is applied both domestically and globally.

PERSONAL FINANCE Course Number: 2152

Grade level: 11-12

Credit Value: .5

Prerequisite: N/A

This course will examine the basic concepts and rules of personal finance. It is designed to help students understand the impact of individual choices on occupational goals and future earnings potential. Topics covered will include future income, money management, spending and credit, as well as saving and investing.

Students will have the opportunity to design personal and household budgets, simulate use of checking and savings accounts, demonstrate knowledge of finance, debt, and credit management, and evaluate and understand insurance and taxes. This course will provide a foundational understanding for making informed personal financial decisions, financial literacy and wealth management.

IB ECONOMICS SL I Course Number: 2049

Grade level: 11

Credit Value: 1

Prerequisite: Grade 10 social studies course

This course is an introduction to economic concepts and economic reasoning, surveying both micro and macroeconomics. Individuals, firms, and governments must constantly make choices, which will affect both their own economic well being and that of society as a whole. How these choices are made and how the consequences of the choices are analyzed, are both central to the field of economics. In the first year of the course students will study the following topic areas: resources and markets, business economics and macroeconomics. During the first year of the IB Economics course, there is no distinction between the SL and HL courses in terms of skills and content.

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IB ECONOMICS HL I Course Number: 2052

Grade level: 11

Credit Value: 1

Prerequisite: Grade 10 social studies course

This course is an introduction to economic concepts and economic reasoning surveying both microeconomics and macroeconomics. Individuals, firms, and governments must constantly make choices, which impact both their own economic well being and that of society as a whole. How these choices are made and the subsequent consequences are central to the field of economics. In the first year of the course students will study supply & demand, elasticities, market failure, employment, inflation, income equality and economic growth. For each topic, a focus will be placed on analysis, evaluative writing and diagram construction. During the first year of the IB Economics course, there is no distinction between the SL and H HL courses in terms of skills and content.

IB HISTORY HLI Course Number: 2048

Grade level: 11

Credit Value: 1

Prerequisite: Grade 10 social studies course

This course is the first year of a two-year course that introduces students to major themes in 20th century world history. The course begins with The Move to Global War, an examination of Japanese, Italian and German expansion in the 1930s. We continue with a study of the rise to power and rule of authoritarian leaders, with special focus on Mao Zedong and Fidel Castro. The course concludes with a survey of the Cold War. Throughout the first year of the course there is an emphasis on source evaluation and essay writing skills.

IB ENVIRONMENTAL SYSTEMS AND SOCIETY SLI Course Number: 4305

Grade level: 11

Prerequisite: Grade 10 Science & Social Studies courses This course is the first year of a two-year course following the IB Environmental Systems and Society Syllabus which prepares students to take the IB ESS SL exam in May of the second year. This course intends to give students a sound, knowledge-based understanding of the interrelationships between ecosystems and societies, focusing on the scientific, ethical and socio-political aspects of environmental issues. The topics addressed include systems and models, ecosystems, human populations, resource use, pollution management, global warming and environmental value systems. Practical work constitutes about 25% of this course and of its assessment.

Note: This is a transdisciplinary course. Students taking this course will satisfy the group 3 and 4 IB requirements and may choose another subject from any of the 6 groups to complete their sixth subject for the IB Diploma. For the Nido diploma, one year of science and one year of social studies credit will be awarded; for the national plan diploma two years of science will be awarded.

Credit Value: 1

IB ECONOMICS SLII Course Number: 2051

Grade level: 12

Credit Value: 1

Prerequisite: IB Economics Year 1

This course is a continuation of IB Economics I. In year two of this course, SL students will cover two areas of study: International Economics and Development Economics.

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IB ECONOMICS HL II Course Number: 2053

Grade level: 12

Credit Value: 1

Prerequisite: IB Economics Year 1

Economics HL is a challenging course that requires excellent qualitative and quantitative skills. The course should be selected by students who are genuinely interested in economics as an academic discipline. Students will study the same topics as SL but will delve deeper into each, including some mathematical reasoning. In year two of this course, HL students will cover three areas of study: International Economics, Development Economics, and Market Power.

IB HISTORY HL II Course Number: 2043

Grade level: 12

Credit Value: 1

Prerequisite: IB History Year I

This course is a continuation of IB History HL I and focuses on major themes in the 20th century in the Americas. Students will examine the Cold War as it played out in the Americas, with a focus on US foreign policy in the region. The class will also survey social movements in the Americas, with a focus on the African American Civil Rights Movement. The course concludes with an examination of political developments in the Americas, with a focus on the phenomenon of populism, threats to democracy, and the nature of dictatorship in the region. Students will have many opportunities to investigate the history of Chile and the experiences of families through the turbulent events of the 20th century.

IB ENVIRONMENTAL SYSTEMS AND SOCIETY SLII Course Number: 4310

Grade level: 11-12

Prerequisite: IB Environmental Systems and Society SLI This course will complete the IB syllabus. The topics studied include environmental value systems, ecology and conservation of biodiversity. Practical work constitutes about 25% of this course and of its assessment.

Note: This is a transdisciplinary course. Students taking this course will satisfy the group 3 and 4 IB requirements and may choose another subject from any of the 6 groups to complete their sixth subject for the IB Diploma. For the Nido diploma, one year of science and one year of social studies credit will be awarded; for the national plan diploma two years of science will be awarded.

Credit Value: 1

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SOCIAL STUDIES (NATIONAL)

NATIONAL PLAN SOCIAL STUDIES 9 Course Number: 2111

Grade level: 9

Credit Value: 1

Prerequisite: N/A

This course includes World History. World History includes Ancient History and the Middle Ages in semester 1 and continues into the beginning of the modern Ages, the Discovery of America and the Colonial period in America during semester 2. Students are expected to write essays, give oral and written presentations, analyze documents and participate in debates. A variety of research projects will be assigned throughout the year.

NATIONAL PLAN SOCIAL STUDIES 10 Course Number: 2112

Grade level: 10

Credit Value: 1

Prerequisite: National Plan Social Studies 9

This course includes World History and History of Chile. World History includes the end of the Modern Times. In History of Chile it covers the Independence of Chile and the construction of the Chilean Republic during the 19th Century. Students are expected to write essays, give oral and written presentations, analyze documents and participate in debates. A variety of research projects will be assigned throughout the year.

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IB HISTORY SL I (IN SPANISH) Course Number: 2041

Grade level: 11

Credit Value: 1

Prerequisite: National Plan Social Studies 10.

Note: All students in the National Plan & International Plan may take this course.

This course is the first year of a two-year course and it begins with Causes and Effects of 20th-Century Wars, focusing on causes, war types, war practices, the use of technology and the impact of these factors on results.

Students will explore different case studies to understand the impact that these conflicts have had in the development of recent history, overlapping with the growth of tension in international relations as we approach an in-depth study of the Cold War. Reading comprehension, writing and research skills are emphasized throughout the course.

IB HISTORY SL II (IN SPANISH) Course Number: 2042

Grade level: 12

Credit Value: 1

Prerequisite: IB History SL 1 (in Spanish)

Note: All students in the National Plan & International Plan may take this course.

This course is the continuation of IB History I (Spanish) therefore we continue examining the context of the Cold War and causes and effects of wars in the 20th Century. During the first semester we will cover the prescribe subject 4 and we will study two case studies, one being the civil rights movement in the United Sates and the second one on the Apartheid in South Africa. Reading comprehension, writing and research skills will continue to be emphasized throughout the course.

CHILEAN HISTORY I Course Number: 2115

Grade level: 11

Credit Value: 1

Prerequisite: National Plan Social Studies 10.

Note: All students in the National Plan & International Plan may take this course.

This course will focus on the study of Chilean History considering the Pacific perspective. Students will be guided to analyze and connect historical events pertinent to Chile with an interdisciplinary and global approach.

Content ranges from the Pre-Hispanic to the Colonial Period. The objectives of the course include: ● Learn and comprehend historical events of Chile, from a global standpoint, in order to develop analytical and evaluative skills. ● Stimulate the systematic study of history. ● Reflect and value Chile’s history from a geographical and political viewpoint, acquiring new interpretations of events.

The methodology of this course is centered on expanding the analysis and evaluation of primary and secondary sources as well as developing skills of investigation in order to interpret and contrast different historical views.

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CHILEAN HISTORY II Course Number: 2116

Grade level: 12

Credit Value: 1

Prerequisite: National Plan Social Studies 10.

Note: All students in the National Plan & International Plan may take this course.

This course will focus on the study of Chilean History considering the Pacific perspective. Students will be guided to analyze and connect historical events pertinent to Chile with an interdisciplinary and global approach.

Content ranges from the 20th centuries Period. The objectives of the course include: ● Learn and comprehend historical events of Chile, from a global standpoint, in order to develop analytical and evaluative skills. ● Stimulate the systematic study of history. ● Reflect and value Chile’s history from a geographical and political viewpoint, acquiring new interpretations of events.

The methodology of this course is centered on expanding the analysis and evaluation of primary and secondary sources as well as developing skills of investigation in order to interpret and contrast different historical views.

PHILOSOPHY I Course Number: 2130

Grade level: 11

Credit Value: 1

Prerequisite: National Plan Social Studies 10.

Note: This course is also open to international students who have an advanced Spanish proficiency. This course will be taught in Spanish. Requires teacher approval.

This course includes the study of man as a subject of philosophical reflection, as well as an introduction to psychology. Modern tendencies in the subject will also be analyzed and compared. Specific topics on cognitive psychology, such as perception, memory, and intelligence, will be studied. The course will include audio-visual support materials (films, documentaries) to stimulate discussion in class related to the subject matter being covered. Students are expected to read, analyze, and present written and oral work, including research papers related to topics covered within the course.

PHILOSOPHY II Course Number: 2131

Grade level: 12

Credit Value: 1

Prerequisite: Philosophy I

This course focuses mainly on the history of western philosophy from its origin in the pre-Socratic theories to contemporary philosophy. The course will include audio visual support materials (films, documentaries) to stimulate discussion in class related to the subject matter being covered. Students will analyze the sequence and evolution of the history of ideas in western culture. Students are expected to read, analyze, and compare different authors and write essays throughout the year, including research papers related to topics covered within the course.

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MATH

MATH LAB 1 Course Number: 3009

Grade level: 9

Credit Value: 1

Prerequisite: Teacher Placement

Math Lab 1 provides targeted instruction to support progress in math. These supports may include pre-teaching, re-teaching, direct instruction, accommodations and the use of web-based accelerated math programs. This course is a study of the real number system, dealing with such topics as rationals, integers, laws of exponents, radicals, polynomials, factoring, fractional equations, linear functions, graphing, and their applications with real life problems. This course also includes topics from Geometry including coordinate geometry and trigonometry. The ultimate goal of the Math Lab course sequence is to support and prepare students to rejoin Nido’s mainstream program, but the class will still provide comprehensive skill building for those students who remain in the Math Lab sequence for all four years of high school. A graphing calculator is required, TI-84+ family will be used for all demonstrations. Math Lab 1 is not adequate preparation for IB courses. Registration for this course is made by placement only.

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MATH 9 Course Number: 3011

Grade level: 9

Credit Value: 1

Prerequisite: N/A

This integrated course is the first year of a two-year progression that will prepare students for success in either of the IB Math SL courses. This course is a study of the real number system, dealing with such topics as integers, linear inequalities, polynomials, factoring, fractions, fractional equations, linear systems, quadratic functions, exponential functions, sequences and series, graphing, triangle trigonometry, statistics and their applications with real life problems. This course also includes topics from Geometry including parallelism, perpendicularity, coordinate geometry, area and perimeter of plane figures, and the volume and surface area of solids. Students will engage daily in open-ended problem solving, in a student-centered and interactive classroom environment, which focuses on investigation and discussion, and utilizes lab and project based inquiry to solidify understanding. A graphing calculator is required, TI-84+ family will be used for all demonstrations.

MATH 9 ADVANCED Course Number: 3012

Grade level: 9

Credit Value: 1

Prerequisite: Math 8 - Advanced or Math 8 with superior marks and teacher recommendation.

This integrated course is the first year of a two-year progression that will prepare students for success in either of the IB Math HL courses. Topics of study include integers, polynomials, factoring, rational expressions, real numbers, equations, inequalities, graphing of linear and quadratic functions, solving simultaneous equations, laws of exponents, exponential equations, algebraic functions, periodic functions, probability and their applications with real life problems. Students will engage daily in open-ended problem solving, in a student-centered and interactive classroom environment, which focuses on investigation and discussion, and utilizes lab and project based inquiry to solidify understanding. A graphing calculator is required, TI-84+ family will be used for all demonstrations.

MATH LAB 2 Course Number: 3013

Grade level: 10

Credit Value: 1

Prerequisite: Teacher Placement

Math Lab 2 provides targeted instruction to support progress in math. These supports may include pre-teaching, re-teaching, direct instruction, accommodations and the use of web-based accelerated math programs. This course is a study of the real number system, dealing with such topics as quadratic equations, graphing, and their applications with real life problems. This course also includes topics from; Probability: Simple probabilities and compound events; Statistics: Measures of center and spread, graphs and their applications with real life problems and Geometry: Volume and surface area of solids. A graphing calculator is required, TI-84+ family will be used for all demonstrations. Math Lab 2 is not adequate preparation for IB courses. Registration for this course is made by placement only.

MATH 10 Course Number: 3014

Grade level: 9-10

Credit Value: 1

Prerequisite: Math 9

This is the second year of an integrated, two-year progression that will prepare students for success in either of the IB Math SL courses. Topics of study include polynomials, factoring, rational and radical functions, linear and quadratic inequalities, solving simultaneous equations, exponential functions, periodic functions, geometric proof, statistical inferences and big data, and problem solving. All of this takes place in a student-centered and interactive classroom environment, which focuses on investigation and discussion, and utilizes lab and project based inquiry to solidify understanding. A graphing calculator is required, TI-84+ family will be used for all demonstrations.

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MATH 10 ADVANCED Course Number: 3016

Grade level: 9-10

Credit Value: 1

Prerequisite: Math 9 Advanced

This is the second year of a two-year progression that will prepare students for success in either of the IB Math HL courses. It covers all core topics of algebra covered in Math 9 Advanced in greater depth, plus additional topics of trigonometry, geometric proof, probability, statistics, vectors and matrices. Students will engage daily in open-ended problem solving, in a student-centered and interactive classroom environment, which focuses on investigation and discussion, and utilizes lab and project-based inquiry to solidify understanding. A graphing calculator is required, TI-84+ family will be used for all demonstrations. Continuation in this course is contingent upon mastery of the concepts in Math 9 Advanced.

MATH LAB 3 Course Number: 3057

Grade level: 11

Credit Value: 1

Prerequisite: Teacher Placement

Math Lab 3 provides targeted instruction to support progress in math. These supports may include pre-teaching, re-teaching, direct instruction, accommodations and the use of web-based accelerated math programs. This course is a study of the real number system, dealing with such topics integers, polynomials, factoring, rational expressions, real numbers, equations, inequalities, graphing of linear and quadratic functions, solving simultaneous equations, laws of exponents, exponential functions, algebraic functions, probability and their applications with real life problems. A graphing calculator is required, TI-84+ family will be used for all demonstrations. Math Lab 3 is not adequate preparation for IB courses. Registration for this course is made by placement only.

MATH 11 Course Number: 3041

Grade level: 11-12

Credit Value: 1

Prerequisite: Math 10 or Math 10 Advanced

This integrated course is the first year of a two-year progression designed for non-IB students that builds on Nido’s Math 9 and 10 sequence. In this course, students will engage in open-ended problem solving to acquire a strong understanding of mathematical concepts with particular emphasis on inquiry, discussion and communication of reasoning. The Math 11 curriculum has been designed to integrate U.S. Common Core standards with Chile’s Ministry of Education learning expectations. Topics of study include combinatorics, descriptive and inferential statistics, modeling with linear and polynomial functions, and complex numbers.

Technology will be used as a learning tool to enhance the exploration and understanding of mathematical concepts. A graphing calculator of the TI 84+ family is required and will be used for all demonstrations.

IB MATH SL APPLICATIONS AND INTERPRETATION I Course Number: 3076

Grade level: 11-12

Credit Value: 1

Prerequisite: Math 10 or Math 10 Advanced

This course is the first year of a two-year sequence that will prepare students for their eventual IB Math SL Applications and Interpretation exam. Topics of study are taken from the IB Curriculum Report for the course and include a wealth of topics from numbers and algebra, functions, geometry and trigonometry, probability and statistics, and calculus. Applications and interpretation is designed for students who enjoy describing the real world and solving practical problems using mathematics; those who are interested in harnessing the power of technology alongside exploring mathematical models and enjoy the more practical side of mathematics.

Students will engage daily in open-ended problem solving, in a student-centered and interactive classroom environment, which focuses on investigation and discussion, and utilizes lab and project-based inquiry to solidify understanding. A graphing calculator is required, TI-84+ family will be used for all demonstrations.

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IB MATH SL ANALYSIS AND APPROACHES I Course Number: 3081

Grade level: 11-12

Credit Value: 1

Prerequisite: Math 10 or Math 10 Advanced

This course is the first year of a two-year sequence that will prepare students for their eventual IB Math SL Analysis and Approaches exam. Topics of study are taken from the IB Curriculum Report for the course and include a wealth of topics from numbers and algebra, functions, geometry and trigonometry, probability and statistics, and calculus. Analysis and approaches is intended for students who wish to pursue studies in mathematics at university or subjects that have a large mathematics content; it is for students who enjoy developing mathematical arguments, problem solving and exploring real and abstract applications, with and without technology. Students will engage daily in open-ended problem solving, in a student-centered and interactive classroom environment, which focuses on investigation and discussion, and utilizes lab and project based inquiry to solidify understanding. A graphing calculator is required, TI-84+ family will be used for all demonstrations.

IB MATH HL APPLICATIONS AND INTERPRETATION I Course Number: 3078

Grade level: 11

Credit Value: 1

Prerequisite: Math 10 Advanced

This course is the first year of a rigorous two-year sequence that will prepare students for their eventual IB Math HL Applications and Interpretations exam. Topics of study are taken from the IB Curriculum Report for the course and include a wealth of topics from numbers and algebra, functions, geometry and trigonometry, probability and statistics, and calculus. Applications and interpretation is designed for students who enjoy describing the real world and solving practical problems using mathematics; those who are interested in harnessing the power of technology alongside exploring mathematical models and enjoy the more practical side of mathematics. Students will engage daily in open-ended problem solving, in a student-centered and interactive classroom environment, which focuses on investigation and discussion, and utilizes lab and project-based inquiry to solidify understanding. A graphing calculator is required, TI-84+ family will be used for all demonstrations.

IB MATH HL ANALYSIS AND APPROACHES I Course Number: 3083

Grade level: 11

Credit Value: 1

Prerequisite: Math 10 Advanced

This course is the first year of a rigorous two-year sequence that will prepare students for their eventual IB Math HL Analysis and Approaches exam. Topics of study are taken from the IB Curriculum Report for the course and include a wealth of topics from numbers and algebra, functions, geometry and trigonometry, probability and statistics, and calculus. Analysis and approaches is intended for students who wish to pursue studies in mathematics at university or subjects that have a large mathematics content; it is for students who enjoy developing mathematical arguments, problem solving and exploring real and abstract applications, with and without technology. Students will engage daily in open-ended problem solving, in a student-centered and interactive classroom environment, which focuses on investigation and discussion, and utilizes lab and project-based inquiry to solidify understanding. A graphing calculator is required, TI-84+ family will be used for all demonstrations.

MATH LAB 4* Course Number: 3058

Grade level: 12

Credit Value: 1

Prerequisite: Teacher Placement

This course will help prepare students for standardized and college placement exams. Math Lab 4 provides targeted instruction to support progress in math. These supports may include pre-teaching, re-teaching, direct instruction, accommodations and the use of web-based accelerated math programs. This course is a study of the real number system, dealing with such topics as integers, polynomials, factoring, rational expressions, real numbers, equations, inequalities, graphing of linear and quadratic functions, solving simultaneous equations, laws of exponents, exponential functions, algebraic functions, probability and their applications with real life 26

problems. A graphing calculator is required, TI-84+ family will be used for all demonstrations.

Registration for this course is made by placement only MATH 12 Course Number: 3042

Grade level: 12

Credit Value: 1

Prerequisite: Math 11

This integrated course is the second year of a two-year progression designed for non-IB students that builds on Nido’s Math 9 and 10 sequence. In this course, students will engage in open-ended problem solving to acquire a strong understanding of mathematical concepts with particular emphasis on inquiry, discussion and communication of reasoning. The Math 12 curriculum has been designed to integrate U.S. Common Core standards with Chile’s Ministry of Education learning expectations. Topics of study include coordinate geometry and modeling with exponential, logarithmic, power and trigonometric functions. Technology will be used as a learning tool to enhance the exploration and understanding of mathematical concepts. A graphing calculator of the TI 84+ family is required and will be used for all demonstrations.

IB MATH SL APPLICATIONS AND INTERPRETATION II Course Number: 3077

Grade level: 12

Prerequisite: IB Math SL Applications and Interpretation I This course is the second year of a two-year sequence that will prepare students for their eventual IB Math SL Applications and Interpretation exam. Topics of study are taken from the IB Curriculum Report for the course and include a wealth of topics from numbers and algebra, functions, geometry and trigonometry, probability and statistics, and calculus. Applications and interpretation is designed for students who enjoy describing the real world and solving practical problems using mathematics; those who are interested in harnessing the power of technology alongside exploring mathematical models and enjoy the more practical side of mathematics.

Students will engage daily in open-ended problem solving, in a student-centered and interactive classroom environment, which focuses on investigation and discussion, and utilizes lab and project-based inquiry to solidify understanding. A graphing calculator is required, TI-84+ family will be used for all demonstrations.

Credit Value: 1

IB MATH SL ANALYSIS AND APPROACHES II Course Number: 3082

Grade level: 12

Credit Value: 1

Prerequisite: IB Math SL Analysis and Approaches I

This course is the second year of a two-year sequence that will prepare students for their eventual IB Math SL Analysis and Approaches exam. Topics of study are taken from the IB Curriculum Report for the course and include a wealth of topics from numbers and algebra, functions, geometry and trigonometry, probability and statistics, and calculus. Analysis and approaches is intended for students who wish to pursue studies in mathematics at university or subjects that have a large mathematics content; it is for students who enjoy developing mathematical arguments, problem solving and exploring real and abstract applications, with and without technology. Students will engage daily in open-ended problem solving, in a student-centered and interactive classroom environment, which focuses on investigation and discussion, and utilizes lab and project based inquiry to solidify understanding. A graphing calculator is required, TI-84+ family will be used for all demonstrations.

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IB MATH HL APPLICATIONS AND INTERPRETATION II Course Number: 3079

Grade level: 12

Prerequisite: IB Math HL Applications and Interpretation I This course is the second year of a rigorous two-year sequence that will prepare students for their eventual IB Math HL Applications and Interpretation exam. Topics of study are taken from the IB Curriculum Report for the course and include a wealth of topics from numbers and algebra, functions, geometry and trigonometry, probability and statistics, and calculus. Applications and interpretation is designed for students who enjoy describing the real world and solving practical problems using mathematics; those who are interested in harnessing the power of technology alongside exploring mathematical models and enjoy the more practical side of mathematics. Students will engage daily in open-ended problem solving, in a student-centered and interactive classroom environment, which focuses on investigation and discussion, and utilizes lab and project based inquiry to solidify understanding. A graphing calculator is required, TI-84+ family will be used for all demonstrations.

Credit Value: 1

IB MATH HL ANALYSIS AND APPROACHES II Course Number: 3084

Grade level: 12

Credit Value: 1

Prerequisite: IB Math HL Analysis and Approaches I

This course is the second year of a rigorous two-year sequence that will prepare students for their eventual IB Math HL Analysis and Approaches exam. Topics of study are taken from the IB Curriculum Report for the course and include a wealth of topics from numbers and algebra, functions, geometry and trigonometry, probability and statistics, and calculus. Analysis and approaches is intended for students who wish to pursue studies in mathematics at university or subjects that have a large mathematics content; it is for students who enjoy developing mathematical arguments, problem solving and exploring real and abstract applications, with and without technology. Students will engage daily in open-ended problem solving, in a student-centered and interactive classroom environment, which focuses on investigation and discussion, and utilizes lab and project based inquiry to solidify understanding. A graphing calculator is required, TI-84+ family will be used for all demonstrations.

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SCIENCE

LIFE SCIENCE Course Number: 4011

Grade level: 9

Credit Value: 1

Prerequisite: n/a

This course, for all 9th grade students, includes the study of ecosystems, and how human factors and personal choice affect other factors within shared systems. Further study will include investigation of the human body and how behaviors affect health by focusing on the digestive, circulatory, respiratory and nervous systems.

Strong emphasis will be placed on scientific investigation skills including: planning, data collection, data processing and presentation, and evaluation as well as scientific research. Students will be assessed on these skills as well as the content of the topics addressed.

PHYSICAL SCIENCE Course Number: 4012

Grade level: 10

Credit Value: 1

Prerequisite: Life Science

This course, for all 10th grade students, addresses topics in matter and energy, solution chemistry, states of matter, waves, motion and forces. Strong emphasis will be placed on scientific investigation skills including: planning, data collection, data processing and presentation, and evaluation as well as scientific research. Group project investigations are an integral part of every unit. Students will be assessed on these skills as well as the content of the topics addressed.

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PHYSIOLOGY Course Number: 4015

Grade level: 11-12

Credit Value: 1

Prerequisite: Physical Science

In this course students will gain an understanding of how physiology, nutrition and other factors affect one's health, physical performance, and general well-being. Students will investigate the structure and functions of the body’s major organ systems. These include the skeletal, muscular, respiratory, cardiac, immune, digestive, excretory, and nervous systems. A main focus is on practical experienced-based learning. Students will be expected to remember the names of the structures of these systems in order to apply them in laboratory settings and case studies. Emphasis will also be placed on the following skills: research, design of investigations, data collection, analysis, and making connections between findings and theory.

APPLIED SCIENCE Course Number: 4022

Grade level: 11/12

Credit Value: 1

Prerequisite: Physical Science 10

This course will allow students to engage with scientific principles in the context of current applications and developments in the field. They will work individually and in teams to ask and develop questions and models, to construct explanations, and to design solutions. The goal is to develop confident, scientifically literate communicators who will be able to impact their community in an informed and responsible manner. Class activities will include projects, collecting analyzing and evaluating data, discussions, debates, traditional instruction and research.

IB BIOLOGY SLI Course Number: 4050

Grade level: 11-12

Credit Value: 1

Prerequisite: 9/10 Grade Science

This course is the first year of a two-year course following the IB Biology Standard Level syllabus which prepares students to take the IB Biology SL exam in May of the second year. It may be taken as a stand alone general high school biology course. The topics addressed include cells, molecular biology, ecology, energetics, and genetics. Practical work constitutes about 25% of this course and of its assessment.

IB BIOLOGY HLI Course Number: 4051

Grade level: 11-12

Prerequisite: Two successful years of High School Science, Teacher recommendation.

This course is the first year of a two-year course following the IB Biology Higher Level syllabus and is intended for students who plan to take the IB Biology HL exam in May of the second year. It corresponds generally to an introductory Biology college course. The topics addressed include cells, molecular biology, ecology, energetics, and genetics, from both the core and AHL topics in the IB Biology Syllabus. Practical work constitutes about 25% of this course and of its assessment.

Credit Value: 1

IB CHEMISTRY SLI Course Number: 4106

Grade level: 11-12

Prerequisite: Two successful years of High School Science.

This course will generally follow the IB Standard Level core syllabus. This may be taken as a stand alone high school chemistry course. The topics addressed include atomic theory, stoichiometry, periodicity, bonding, energetics, kinetics, equilibrium, and acids and bases. Practical work will constitute about 25% of the course and its assessment.

Credit Value: 1

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IB CHEMISTRY HLI Course Number: 4107

Grade level: 11-12

Prerequisite: Two successful years of High School Science & Math 10 Advanced.

This course is the first year of a two-year course following the IB Chemistry Higher Level syllabus and is intended for students who plan to take the IB Chemistry HL exam in May of the second year. It corresponds generally to an introductory chemistry college course. The topics addressed include atomic theory, stoichiometry, periodicity, bonding, energetics, kinetics, equilibrium, acids and bases, and oxidation - reduction.

Practical work will constitute about 25% of the course and its assessment.

Credit Value: 1

IB PHYSICS SLI Course Number: 4205

Grade level: 11-12

Prerequisite: Two successful years of High School Science and Teacher Recommendation.

Note: This is a math-based course. Students with strong math skills will be set up to have the most success.

This course will generally follow the IB Standard Level core syllabus, serving as both a one-year Physics course and as the first year of the two-year IB SL course. The topics addressed include measurement, mechanics, thermal physics, waves, nuclear, atomic and particle physics. Practical work will constitute about 25% of the course and its assessment. Laboratory reporting skills will be stressed, fostering those required within the IB criteria.

Credit Value: 1

IB PHYSICS HLI Course Number: 4206

Grade level: 11-12

Prerequisite: Two successful years of High School Science, Math 10 Advanced, & Teacher recommendation.

Note: This is a math-based course. Students with strong math skills will be set up to have the most success.

This course will generally follow the IB Higher Level core syllabus, serving as both a one-year Physics course and as the first year of the two-year IB HL course. The topics addressed include measurement, mechanics, thermal physics, waves, nuclear, atomic, quantum and particle physics. Practical work will constitute about 25% of the course and its assessment. Laboratory reporting skills will be stressed, fostering those required within the IB criteria.

Credit Value: 1

IB DESIGN TECHNOLOGY SL I Course Number: 4315

Grade level: 11-12

Prerequisite: Two years of high school science Students must be comfortable using technology IB Design Technology aims to develop internationally-minded people whose enhanced understanding of design and the technological world can facilitate our shared guardianship of the planet and create a better world. It focuses on analysis, design development, synthesis and evaluation. The creative tension between theory and practice is what characterizes design technology within the IBDP sciences subject group. This course will serve a one year course in Design Technology or as the first year of a two-year IB course. Units will include: Human factors and ergonomics, resource management and sustainable production, modelling, and material science and manufacturing.

Note: IB Design Technology is categorized as an IB Group 4 course; this course earns science graduation credit for the Nido Diploma. This course earns elective credit for the National Plan diploma.

Credit Value: 1

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IB DESIGN TECHNOLOGY HL I Course Number: 4316

Grade level: 11-12

Prerequisite: Two years of high school science Students must be comfortable using technology Teacher recommendation IB Design Technology aims to develop internationally-minded people whose enhanced understanding of design and the technological world can facilitate our shared guardianship of the planet and create a better world. It focuses on analysis, design development, synthesis and evaluation. The creative tension between theory and practice is what characterizes design technology within the IBDP sciences subject group. This fast-paced higher level course will serve a one year course in Design Technology or as the first year of a two-year IB course. Units will include: Human factors and ergonomics, user-centered design (UCD), resource management and sustainable production, sustainability, modelling, and material science and manufacturing.

Credit Value: 1

Note: IB Design Technology is categorized as an IB Group 4 course; this course earns science graduation credit for the Nido Diploma. This course earns elective credit for the National Plan Diploma.

IB ENVIRONMENTAL SYSTEMS AND SOCIETY SLI Course Number: 4305

Grade level: 11-12

Credit Value: 1

Prerequisite: 9/10 Grade Science

This course is the first year of a two-year course following the IB Environmental Systems and Society Syllabus which prepares students to take the IB ESS SL exam in May of the second year. This course intends to give students a sound, knowledge-based understanding of the interrelationships between ecosystems and societies, focusing on the scientific, ethical and socio-political aspects of environmental issues. The topics addressed include systems and models, ecosystems, conservation of biodiversity, water resources, and environmental value systems. Practical work constitutes about 25% of this course and of its assessment.

Note: This is a transdisciplinary course. Students taking this course will satisfy the group 3 and 4 IB requirements and may choose another subject from any of the 6 groups to complete their sixth subject for the IB Diploma. For the Nido diploma, one year of science and one year of social studies credit will be awarded; for the national plan diploma two years of science will be awarded.

IB BIOLOGY SLII Course Number: 4031

Grade level: 12

Credit Value: 1

Prerequisite: IB Biology SL I and teacher approval.

This course will complete the IB Biology Standard Level syllabus. Students are prepared to take the IB Biology SL exam during May, and complete the 40 hours of practical work required for internal assessment. The topics addressed include evolution, ecology, human physiology and an optional topic. Practical work constitutes about 25% of this course and of its assessment, and includes participation in the Group 4 project.

IB BIOLOGY HL II Course Number: 4041

Grade level: 12

Credit Value: 1

Prerequisite: IB Biology HL I and teacher approval.

This course will complete the IB Biology Higher Level syllabus, finishing students’ preparation for the IB Biology HL exam in May, as well as completing the 60 hours of practical work required for internal assessment. The topics addressed include evolution, ecology, plant science, human physiology and an optional topic. Practical work constitutes about 25% of this course and of its assessment, and includes participation in the Group 4 project. Students may expect to receive work over vacation periods.

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IB CHEMISTRY SL II Course Number: 4101

Grade level: 12

Prerequisite: Successful completion of IB Chemistry SL I and requires teacher approval.

This course will complete the IB Standard Level Chemistry syllabus. The course prepares students to take the IB Chemistry SL exam during May. The topics addressed include oxidation - reduction, advanced thermodynamics, organic chemistry, and optional topics. Practical work will constitute about 25% of the course and its assessment and includes participation in the Group 4 project.

Credit Value: 1

IB CHEMISTRY HL II Course Number: 4103

Grade level: 12

Prerequisite: Successful completion of IB Chemistry HLI This course will complete the IB Chemistry Higher Level syllabus, finishing students’ preparation for the IB Chemistry HL exam in May. The topics addressed include oxidation - reduction, advanced thermodynamics, organic chemistry, and optional topics. Practical work will constitute about 25% of the course and its assessment and includes participation in the Group 4 project.

Credit Value: 1

IB PHYSICS SL II Course Number: 4202

Grade level: 12

Prerequisite: Successful completion of IB Physics SL I and requires teacher approval This course will complete the IB SL syllabus. The topics covered include electricity, magnetism, energy sources and one extension topic to be chosen by the class. This second year course will focus on preparation for the May IB Exam. Practical work will constitute about 25% of the course and its assessment, including participation in the Group IV Project. Laboratory reporting will emphasize completion of the students IB portfolio for submission to external moderation.

Credit Value: 1

IB PHYSICS HL II Course Number: 4204

Grade level: 12

Prerequisite: Successful completion of IB Physics HL I and requires teacher approval.

Note: Students who desire to take the IB Physics Higher Level Exam should take Physics HLI in grade 11, then Physics HL II in grade 12.

This course will complete the IB HL syllabus. The topics covered include electricity, magnetism, energy sources and one extension topic to be chosen by the class. This second year course will focus on preparation for the May IB Exam. Practical work will constitute about 25% of the course and its assessment, including participation in the Group IV Project. Laboratory reporting will emphasize completion of the students IB portfolio for submission to external moderation.

Credit Value: 1

IB DESIGN TECHNOLOGY SL II Course Number: 4317

Grade level: 11-12

Prerequisite: IB Design Technology SL I and requires teacher approval.

In the second year of this two-year IB course, Design Technology specifically focuses on the units of: Innovation and Design and Classic Design. DP Design Technology achieves a high level of design literacy by enabling students to develop critical-thinking and design skills, which they can apply in a practical context. While designing may take various forms, it will involve the selective application of knowledge within an ethical framework. This year students will further apply the skills they learned throughout the course and will complete their Design Project which serves as the IB Internal Assessment.

Note: IB Design Technology is categorized as an IB Group 4 course; this course earns science graduation credit for the Nido Diploma.

Credit Value: 1

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IB DESIGN TECHNOLOGY HL II Course Number: 4318

Grade level: 11-12

Prerequisite: Successful completion of IB Design Technology HL I and requires teacher approval.

In the second year of this two-year IB course, Design Technology HL specifically focuses on the units of: Innovation and Design, Innovation and Markets, Classic Design and Commercial Production. DP Design Technology achieves a high level of design literacy by enabling students to develop critical-thinking and design skills, which they can apply in a practical context. While designing may take various forms, it will involve the selective application of knowledge within an ethical framework. This year students will further apply the skills they learned throughout the course and will complete their Design Project which serves as the IB Internal Assessment.

Note: IB Design Technology is categorized as an IB Group 4 course; this course earns science graduation credit for the Nido Diploma.

Credit Value: 1

IB ENVIRONMENTAL SYSTEMS AND SOCIETY SL II Course Number: 4310

Grade level: 11-12

Prerequisite: IB Environmental Systems and Society SLI and requires teacher approval.

This course will complete the IB syllabus. The topics studied include soils and food production, atmospheric science and climate change, and human population and resource use. Practical work constitutes about 25% of this course and of its assessment.

Note: This is a transdisciplinary course. Students taking this course will satisfy the group 3 and 4 IB requirements and may choose another subject from any of the 6 groups to complete their sixth subject for the IB Diploma. For the Nido diploma, one year of science and one year of social studies credit will be awarded; for the national plan diploma two years of science will be awarded.

Credit Value: 1

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SPANISH AS A FIRST LANGUAGE

SPANISH 9 Course Number: 5000

Grade level: 9

Credit Value: 1

Prerequisite: N/A

El programa de Español tiene como propósito desarrollar habilidades en el plano de la oralidad, lectura y escritura dirigido a estudiantes nativos, no obstante, se admite a estudiantes no nativos que posean habilidades en español como primera lengua.

A partir del análisis de texto literario y no literario, se aplican la capacidad de comprender contextos de producción propios de la literatura griega y edad media, como también renacimiento.

Se estudia el texto y sus atributos de comunicación: descripciones, argumentaciones entre otras herramientas del lenguaje.

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SPANISH 10 Course Number: 5010

Grade level: 10

Credit Value: 1

Prerequisite: Spanish 9

El Programa de Español busca desarrollar y potenciar las competencias lingüísticas de lectura, escritura y oralidad a través de textos literarios y no literarios. Para ello el curso se implementa por medio del estudio de la literatura y la lengua española.

Literatura: este curso está destinado a desarrollar la capacidad de análisis literario de los estudiantes, a partir del estudio de obras literarias clásicas y contemporáneas. Junto a la investigación de los contextos de producción y de generación artística, los estudiantes aplicarán los elementos propios de la teoría literaria. El curso pondrá especial atención al Mundo Fantástico y al Mundo del Realismo Mágico para reflexionar sobre las problemáticas del ser humano planteadas en las obras.

Lengua: se estudiará en detalle el discurso expositivo como medio de intercambio de informaciones y conocimientos.

SPANISH 11 Course Number: 5030

Grade level: 11

Credit Value: 1

Prerequisite: Spanish 10

Este curso está centrado en el desarrollo de las habilidades de comprensión lectora y escritura de textos especializados a través de la investigación y la discusión de temas relevantes en la sociedad actual. Los estudiantes desarrollarán su competencia lingüística en la exploración de distintos tipos discursivos, la investigación de información y la escritura de textos especializados propios del ámbito académico y laboral. Así el año comienza con la Unidad de Debate donde los alumnos, leen, investigan, escriben y argumentan en torno a temas debatibles de interés nacional. El curso contempla también la lectura de textos literarios latinoamericanos para indagar en temas como el Amor en la Sociedad Contemporánea o la Identidad Personal y Cultural. Respecto a esto último se contemplan una diversidad textual, incluyendo, canciones y otras manifestaciones culturales.

El objetivo central de este curso es preparar a los alumnos para participar activa y reflexivamente en una sociedad digital, multicultural y globalizada. Para esto se fomenta la profundización en la lectura crítica y la argumentación de opiniones en un contexto de respeto y apertura al diálogo.

SPANISH 12 Course Number: 5031

Grade level: 12

Credit Value: 1

Prerequisite: Spanish 11

Este curso perfecciona y profundiza las habilidades de comprensión lectora y escritura de textos especializados a través de la investigación y la discusión de temas relevantes en la sociedad actual. Los estudiantes desarrollarán su competencia lingüística en la exploración de distintos tipos discursivos, la investigación de información y la escritura de textos especializados propios del ámbito académico y laboral. De este modo, se lee, reflexiona y debate en torno a la Identidad de América Latina con referencias tanto a textos literarios como no literarios. Se incluyen también elementos de la contracultura, integrando perspectivas y formatos discursivos diversos, como el cine.. Entre los tópicos abordados se integran temas actuales, como Ecología y Globalización.

El objetivo central de este curso es preparar a los alumnos para participar activa y reflexivamente en una sociedad digital, multicultural y globalizada. Para esto se fomenta la profundización en la lectura crítica y la argumentación de opiniones en un contexto de respeto y apertura al diálogo.

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IB SPANISH A: LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE SL I Course Number: 5042

Grade level: 11

Prerequisite: Spanish 10/ Spanish B-3/ Spanish B-4, and teacher recommendation. National Plan Students may not take this course.

Este curso de Lengua y Literatura es el primer año del programa de dos y está diseñado para alumnos que hablan Español en forma nativa o casi-nativa. Este curso tiene como objetivo desarrollar habilidades de análisis de texto y que los alumnos comprendan que tanto los textos literarios como los no literarios pueden ser considerados como autónomos y al mismo tiempo simultáneamente relacionados a ciertas prácticas de lectura determinadas por la cultura. Los alumnos estudian literatura de diferentes períodos, estilos, géneros y culturas y también las formas de influencia de los medios de comunicación en el desarrollo de la lengua y la cultura española. Los principales objetivos de este programa son desarrollar la expresión oral y escrita, estimular el pensamiento crítico, y comprender cómo la lengua, la cultura y el contexto determinan las formas a través de las cuales se construye significado en los textos. Los alumnos también aprenderán a escribir en estilos usados por los medios de comunicación. Las evaluaciones incluyen escritura de ensayos, escritura creativa, comentarios escritos y orales, discusiones, y presentaciones, además de las evaluaciones requeridas por el IB. Credit Value: 1

IB SPANISH A: LITERATURE SL I Course Number: 5040

Grade level: 11

Prerequisite: Spanish 10 and departmental recommendation Este curso está orientado a alumnos nacionales e internacionales que dominen la Lengua Española y sus reglas de combinación en el manejo de un lenguaje con una variedad de estilos, registros y propósitos comunicativos.

El Programa de Literatura IB como primera lengua, se centra exclusivamente en textos literarios para lo cual se asumirán diversos enfoques de la crítica textual.

Los alumnos exploran la naturaleza de la Literatura, la Función Estética del Lenguaje Literario y la relación entre la Literatura y las Cuestiones Globales, promoviendo el desarrollo de una Mentalidad Internacional y un Aprendizaje Autónomo y Creativo.

Las Áreas de Exploración del Programa de Literatura giran en torno a los criterios de : · Lectores, Escritores y Textos · Tiempo y Espacio · Intertextualidad En este curso se estudian 9 textos literarios tanto traducidos como escritos originalmente en Español y las Evaluaciones del Programa IB consideran la grabación de un Comentario Oral y dos Pruebas Escritas en Español.

Credit Value: 1

IB SPANISH A: LITERATURE HL I Course Number: 5050

Grade level: 11

Prerequisite: Spanish 10 and departmental recommendation.

Este curso está orientado a alumnos nacionales e internacionales que dominen la Lengua Española y sus reglas de combinación en el manejo de un lenguaje con una variedad de estilos, registros y propósitos comunicativos.

El Programa de Literatura IB como primera lengua, se centra exclusivamente en textos literarios para lo cual se asumirán diversos enfoques de la crítica textual.

Los alumnos exploran la naturaleza de la Literatura, la Función Estética del Lenguaje Literario y la relación entre la Literatura y las Cuestiones Globales, promoviendo el desarrollo de una Mentalidad Internacional y un Aprendizaje Autónomo y Creativo.

Las Áreas de Exploración del Programa de Literatura giran en torno a los criterios de : · Lectores, Escritores y Textos · Tiempo y Espacio · Intertextualidad En este curso se estudian 13 textos literarios tanto traducidos como escritos originalmente en Español y las evaluaciones del Programa IB consideran la escritura de un Ensayo de entre 1200 y 1500 palabras , la grabación de un Comentario Oral y dos Pruebas Escritas en Español.

Credit Value: 1

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IB SPANISH A: LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE SL II Course Number: 5043

Grade level: 12

Credit Value: 1

Prerequisite: IB Spanish A: Language & Literature SL

El curso Lengua y Literatura SL II consta de 2 partes: una relativa al estudio de la lengua y otra relativa al estudio de la literatura.

El estudio de los textos producidos en una lengua dada es fundamental para conocer bien la lengua y la cultura y, en consecuencia, para definir nuestro modo de ver y entender el mundo en que vivimos. Uno de los principales objetivos generales del curso de Lengua A: Lengua y Literatura SL II es estimular a los alumnos a cuestionar la construcción de significados en la lengua y los textos, que pocas veces resultan claros e inequívocos. La finalidad principal del curso es ayudar a los alumnos a centrarse a fondo en la lengua de los textos estudiados y comprender el papel que desempeña el contexto más amplio de cada texto en la determinación de su significado.

IB SPANISH A: LITERATURE SL II Course Number: 5041

Grade level: 12

Credit Value: 1

Prerequisite: Spanish 11 - IB Spanish A: Literature SLI.

Este es el segundo curso de una secuencia de dos años con la cual se alcanzan los requerimientos del examen de Bachillerato Internacional de español A, Nivel Medio. Ver detalle en el primer año.

IB SPANISH A: LITERATURE HL II Course Number: 5051

Grade level: 12

Prerequisite: Spanish 11 - IB Spanish A: Literature HLI. Este es el segundo curso de una secuencia de dos años con la cual se cumplen los requerimientos del Bachillerato Internacional de Español A, Nivel Superior. Ver detalle en el primer año.

Credit Value: 1

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SPANISH AS AN ADDITIONAL LANGUAGE

SPANISH B1 Course Number: 5150

Grade level: 9-12

Credit Value: 1

Prerequisite: Placement Test

Spanish B1 (Beginning Spanish) is an introduction to the pronunciation, and functional vocabulary for everyday communication. The four language skills of listening-understanding, speaking, reading and writing are emphasized. Students are made aware of the cultural aspects of the language, and the particular culture of Spanish speaking societies. Students will be able to follow and participate in simple interactions.

SPANISH B2 Course Number: 5151

Grade level: 9-12

Credit Value: 1

Prerequisite: Spanish B1 or Placement Test

This course emphasizes the four language skills, grammar, and vocabulary in order to develop communication with a good command of the mechanism of the language. Cultural aspects of the language and the particular culture of Spanish speaking societies are studied. The student will be able to read and write comprehensively and use the languages interactively.

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SPANISH B3 Course Number: 5152

Grade level: 9-12

Credit Value: 1

Prerequisite: Spanish B2 or Placement Test

This course focuses on the development of the linguistic potential of students, enabling them to use Spanish as a means for oral and written communication. Students should have a good command of verbal and grammatical patterns and apply them in their conversations and writing. There will be challenges to use Spanish to solve real problems by using their language reception and production skills. Students will interpret feelings, values, and ideas that are characteristic of Spanish culture. A variety of authentic texts are read, discussed and used as a support for the language structures being studied. This class is a prerequisite to go to IB Spanish SLI. SPANISH B4 Course Number: 5153

Grade level: 9-12

Credit Value: 1

Prerequisite: Spanish B3 or placement test

This course focuses on the development of the linguistic potential of students, enabling them to use Spanish as a means for oral and written communication. Students should have a good command of the whole spectrum of grammatical patterns in order to apply them in their conversations and writing. There will be challenges to use Spanish to solve real problems by using their language reception and production skills. Students will interpret feelings, values, and ideas, which are characteristic of Spanish culture. A variety of authentic cultural themes and texts will be studied as a preparation for the IB Spanish SL I or HLI classes.

IB SPANISH AB INITIO SLI Course Number: 5202

Grade level: 11-12

Credit Value: 1

Prerequisite: Placement test

This course is a Spanish learning course for beginners, designed to be followed over two years by students who have almost no previous experience of learning Spanish. The main focus of the course is on acquisition of language required for purposes and situations usual in everyday social interactions. The IB Spanish ab initio aims to develop a variety of linguistic skills, and a basic awareness of the cultures using the language, through the study of a core syllabus.

IB SPANISH B SLI Course Number: 5205

Grade level: 11

Prerequisite: Spanish B3, B4, or departmental recommendation This course is the first year of a two-year sequence which fulfills the requirements of the International Baccalaureate (Syllabus B) in Spanish, Standard level examination. It is designed for International students whose native language is not Spanish and who do not have complete fluency in the language. Students must, however, demonstrate adequate use of Spanish in order to exercise their language reception and production skills by exploring authentic Spanish language materials.

Credit Value: 1

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IB SPANISH B HLI Course Number: 5200

Grade level: 11

Prerequisite: IB Spanish B SLI / Spanish B4 or departmental recommendation This course is the first year of a two-year sequence, which fulfills the requirements of the International Baccalaureate (syllabus B) in Spanish, Higher-level examination. It is designed for International students whose native language is not Spanish but have a high fluency in the language. Students are required to exercise their reception and production skills throughout the entire course as they comply with the core syllabus plus the options offered by the program.

Credit Value: 1

IB SPANISH A: LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE SLI Course Number: 5042

Grade level: 11

Prerequisite: Spanish 10/ Spanish B-4, and teacher recommendation.

En este curso se leen y estudian cuatro obras literarias y una serie de textos no literarios pertinentes al programa. Al examinar las diversas formas literarias y tipos textuales junto con lecturas secundarias adecuadas, los alumnos investigan la naturaleza de la lengua y cómo esta influye en la identidad y en la cultura hispanoamericana. Los enfoques de este programa son amplios; se desafía a los alumnos a pensar en la importancia de los siete conceptos fundamentales —identidad, cultura, creatividad, comunicación, perspectiva, transformación y representación— y en qué medida los alumno, a través de una lectura personal, logran reflexionar sobre dichas temáticas.

Credit Value: 1

IB SPANISH AB INITIO SLII Course Number: 5203

Grade level: 12

Credit Value: 1

Prerequisite: IB Spanish Ab Initio SLI

This course is the second year of a two-year sequence, which fulfills the requirements of the International Baccalaureate (syllabus Ab Initio) in Spanish, Standard Level examination. See above.

IB SPANISH B SL II Course Number: 5206

Grade level: 11-12

Credit Value: 1

Prerequisite: IB Spanish B SLI

This course is the second year of a two-year sequence, which fulfills the requirements of the International Baccalaureate (syllabus B) in Spanish, Standard Level examination. During this second year, students complete the core syllabus of five thematic areas: Identidades, Experiencias, Ingenio Humano, Organización social y Cómo compartimos el planeta. At the completion of this course, the students achieve a level equivalent to B1 of the Common European Framework of Reference.

IB SPANISH B HL II Course Number: 5201

Grade level: 12

Credit Value: 1

Prerequisite: IB Spanish B HLI

This course is the second year of a two-year sequence, which fulfills the requirements of the International Baccalaureate (syllabus B) in Spanish, higher level examination. During this second year, students complete the core syllabus of five thematic areas: Identidades, Experiencias, Ingenio humano, Organización social, Cómo compartimos el planeta. In addition, they read two works of literature. At the completion of this course, the students achieve a level equivalent to B2 of the Common European Framework of Reference.

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IB SPANISH A: LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE SLII Course Number: 5043

Grade level: 12

Credit Value: 1

Prerequisite: Spanish A: Language & Literature SLI

Se examina y profundiza en torno a los enfoques desarrollados en el primer año del programa. Estos se centran en el estudio de los significados de los textos estrechamente vinculados con los contextos sociales y culturales en los que se producen y se consumen: estructuralismo, posestructuralismo, marxismo, psicoanálisis y teoría de la recepción, entre otros. En general, se revisan textos de diversa naturaleza pertinentes al programa y se comprenden a partir de teorías literarias del siglo XX: el neohistoricismo, el materialismo cultural, la teoría feminista, la teoría de género, el poscolonialismo, la teoría crítica de la raza, de la discapacidad y la ecocrítica.

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MANDARIN CHINESE

MANDARIN CHINESE I Course Number: 5500

Grade level: 9-12

Credit Value: 1

Prerequisite: N/A

This course is an introduction to Mandarin Chinese where students learn through speaking, listening, reading and writing. Students will begin to learn the language using the Pinyin system and will be introduced to the use of simplified characters. The course aims to develop an awareness of Chinese culture and a variety of language skills in the five dimensions of interpersonal communication, presentational speaking, presentational writing, interpretive listening and interpretive reading. By the end of year I, students are expected to master approximately 200 single characters and be able to read very basic Chinese texts within 400 characters without Pinyin. Classroom work is supplemented with videos on Chinese art, films and culture activities. This class is conducted in Chinese and English. It is open to the High School students with no or little previous experience of learning Mandarin Chinese.

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MANDARIN CHINESE II Course Number: 5510

Grade level: 9-12

Credit Value: 1

Prerequisite: Mandarin Chinese I

This course is a continuation of Mandarin Chinese I with focus on vocabulary and expressions of common usage. The course aims to develop an awareness of Chinese culture and history, as well as a variety of language skills in the five dimensions of interpersonal communication, presentational speaking, presentational writing, interpretive listening and interpretive reading. By the end of year II, students are expected to read the Chinese texts within 500 characters without pinyin and master approximately 300 single Chinese characters. Students are expected to write short essays (300 characters) related to the language studied. Class is conducted mostly in Chinese and some English. It is open to the High School students who have completed Mandarin Chinese I or with the equivalent level.

IB MANDARIN AB INITIO SLI* Course Number: 5520

Grade level: 9-12

Credit Value: 1

Prerequisite: Mandarin Chinese I

IB Mandarin Ab initio course is a language program for beginners, designed to be followed over two years by students with little or no previous experience of learning Mandarin Chinese. The main focus of the course is acquisition of language required for purposes and situations usual in everyday social interaction. The IB Mandarin Ab initio SL course aims to develop a variety of language skills, and awareness of Chinese culture.

Topic areas comprise: the individual and society, leisure and work, urban and rural environment. Students must complete oral coursework (externally assessed or moderated), and sit two external written examinations. *Depending on enrollment numbers, this course may be offered online to students through Pamoja Education. Additional annual fees apply.

IB CHINESE A: LITERATURE SLI Course Number: 5525

Grade level: 11

Prerequisite: Fluent in Chinese at the mother tongue level; teacher recommendation This is the first year of the two-year IB Literature Standard Level sequence and is designed for the native or near-native speakers of Chinese. Students will focus exclusively on literary texts, adopting a variety of approaches to textual criticism. Students will explore the nature of literature, the aesthetic function of literary language and texuality, and the relationship between literature and the world.

Credit Value: 1

IB CHINESE A: LITERATURE HLI Course Number: 5525

Grade level: 11

Prerequisite: Fluent in Chinese at the mother tongue level; teacher recommendation This is the first year of the two-year IB Literature Higher Level sequence and is designed for the native or near-native speakers of Chinese. Students will develop an understanding of the techniques involved in literary criticism and the ability to form independent literary judgments. Students will focus exclusively on literary texts, adopting a variety of approaches to textual criticism. Students explore the nature of literature, the aesthetic function of literary language and texuality, and the relationship between literature and the world. Within two years course, students are required to study 13 works.

Credit Value: 1

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IB MANDARIN AB INITIO SLII Course Number: 5521

Grade level: 9-12

Credit Value: 1

Prerequisite: IB Mandarin AB Initio SLI

This course is the second year of a two-year sequence, which fulfills the requirements of the International Baccalaureate (Syllabus Language ab initio) in Mandarin Chinese, Standard Level examination. *Depending on enrollment numbers, this course may be offered online to students through Pamoja Education.

Additional annual fees apply.

IB CHINESE A: LITERATURE SL II Course Number: 5531

Grade level:12

Prerequisite: Fluent in Chinese at the mother tongue level; Teacher recommendation This is the second year of the two-year IB Literature Standard Level sequence. Students will continue to work on the following components: Works in translation: Study of a minimum of four works written by authors on the Prescribed reading list. Works originally written in Chinese: Study of a minimum of five works, by authors on the Prescribed reading list. Free choice works: Study of four works freely chosen. Works must be selected to cover the four literary forms, three periods and three countries or regions in at least two continents.

Credit Value: 1

IB CHINESE A: LITERATURE HL II Course Number: 5529

Grade level: 11

Prerequisite: Fluent in Chinese at the mother tongue level; teacher recommendation This is the second year of the two-year IB Literature Higher Level sequence. Students will continue to work on the following components: Works in translation: Study of a minimum of four works written by authors on the Prescribed reading list. Works originally written in Chinese: Study of a minimum of five works, by authors on the Prescribed reading list. Free choice works: Study of four works freely chosen. Works must be selected to cover the four literary forms, three periods and three countries or regions in at least two continents.

Credit Value: 1

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VISUAL ARTS

FOUNDATIONS OF ART Course Number: 6005

Grade level: 9-12

Credit Value: .5

Prerequisite: N/A

This is an introductory course to the visual arts designed to provide a variety of activities that will allow students to acquire and apply skills using various media and techniques which include drawing, painting, cut outs, printing, and three-dimensional constructions. Emphasis is given to the Elements of Art and Principles of Design which are explored and developed in various techniques and styles through the exploration of a wide range of 2D and 3D art works. Concepts of aesthetic, art appreciation, and art criticism are presented through the introduction of Art History, stimulating awareness and an understanding of the Visual Arts. This course provides the necessary foundations in skills for all other art courses and is a prerequisite for the IB Visual Art courses.

VISUAL ARTS 2D LAB* Course Number: 6038

Grade level: 10-12

Credit Value: .5

Prerequisite: Foundations of Art or Teacher Approval

This course is designed to meet the needs of students who wish to deepen their understanding of 2D Visual Art in drawing, painting and printmaking. Students will build upon skills and knowledge learned in the Foundations course in a series of projects that will also allow for autonomy in terms of outcomes and media. Students will be continually encouraged to expand their creative ideas as well as their technical potential and critical thinking.

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Materials may include: pencil, pen, chalk, charcoal, ink, acrylic, oil and watercolor paint on a variety of surfaces. *This course may be repeated for credit VISUAL ARTS MIXED MEDIA LAB* Course Number: 6036

Grade level: 10-12

Credit Value: .5

Prerequisite: Foundations of Art or Teacher Approval

This course is designed to meet the needs of students who wish to explore a combination of different media within their artworks. Students will build upon skills and knowledge learned in the Foundations course in a series of projects that will allow for autonomy in terms of outcomes and media. In this course, techniques such as batik, embroidery and tie-dye may be explored along with a variety of painting, drawing and collaging techniques. Materials that may be used in conjunction with each other might include paper, fabrics, cardboard, paint and drawing materials. *This course may be repeated for credit VISUAL ARTS 3D LAB* Course Number: 6045

Grade level: 10-12

Credit Value: .5

Prerequisite: Foundations of Art or Teacher Approval

This course is designed to meet the needs of students who wish to explore the elements of Form and deepen their understanding of 3D Visual Art in Sculpture and Ceramics. Students will build upon skills and knowledge learned in the Foundations course in a series of projects that will allow for autonomy in terms of outcomes and media. Students will be continually encouraged to expand their creative ideas as well as their technical potential and critical thinking. Materials may include: Clay, wire, gesso, wood, plaster, paint, recycled materials. Methods may include: Construction, modeling, clay hand building, carving and papier-mache. *This course may be repeated for credit IB VISUAL ARTS SL I Course Number: 6043

Grade level: 11

Prerequisite: Foundation of Art and a semester course. or portfolio and teacher recommendation.

This course is the first year of the two-year IB Visual Arts SL II examination. This two-year program aims to provide students opportunities to make personal, social and cultural and aesthetic experiences meaningful through the language of Visual Arts. Students will develop skills and experience using a variety of media, techniques and conceptual forms in order to communicate concepts and ideas. These will be applied in monthly Art Works in an increasingly independent manner. Students will learn to express ideas with confidence and competency, becoming informed, reflective and critical with the arts. Students keep a journal as a record of the thought process behind their work, experimenting with style and medium, and study inspirational artists and art movements. An IB art student is expected to be highly self-motivated, responsible and enjoy working independently. Students are expected to produce in-depth monthly pieces of artwork and carry out periodic gallery visits.

Credit Value: 1

IB VISUAL ARTS HL I Course Number: 6044

Grade level: 11

Prerequisite: Foundation of Art and a semester elective course. or portfolio and teacher recommendation.

This course is the first year of the two-year IB Visual Arts HL II examination. This two-year program aims to provide students opportunities to make personal, social and cultural and aesthetic experiences meaningful through the language of Visual Arts. Students will develop skills and experience using a variety of media, techniques and conceptual forms in order to communicate concepts and ideas. These will be applied in monthly Art Works in an increasingly independent manner. Students will learn to express ideas with confidence and competency, becoming informed, reflective and critical with the arts. Students keep a journal as a record of the thought process behind their work, experimenting with style and medium, and study inspirational artists and art movements. An IB art student is expected to be highly self-motivated, responsible and enjoy working Credit Value: 1

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independently. Students are expected to produce in-depth monthly pieces of artwork and carry out periodic gallery visits..

IB VISUAL ARTS SL II Course Number: 6041

Grade level: 12

Credit Value: 1

Prerequisite: IB Visual Arts I

This is the second year of a two-year sequence, which fulfills the requirements of the IB Visual Arts syllabus Standard Level curriculum. This course is a continuation of the first year in Visual Arts I course. Emphasis will be placed on students expanding their creative potential and the development of their own style. A higher degree of self-motivation and commitment is expected.

IB VISUAL ARTS HL II Course Number: 6042

Grade level: 12

Credit Value: 1

Prerequisite: IB Visual Arts I

This course is the second year of a two-year sequence, which fulfill the requirements of the IB Visual Arts syllabus High-level curriculum. This course is a continuation of the first year in Visual Arts I course. Emphasis will be placed on students expanding their creative potential and the development of their own style. A higher degree of self-motivation and commitment is expected. The level of expectations in High Level is higher than in Standard Level and students are expected to demonstrate a greater degree of both research and artistic productions.

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MUSIC

CONCERT BAND* Course Number: 6220

Grade level: 9-12

Prerequisite: For students who have played woodwind or brass instruments, bass guitar or percussion for 2+ years.

Concert Band is designed for students who play a Concert Band instrument. This class is a mixed level class and students will have the opportunity to mentor and lead instrumental sections. Continued emphasis is given to the development of musicianship skills through a large repertoire of concert band literature and technical studies. There are three areas of study: Solo performance, Group performance and Sight reading. Students log their progress in their ePortfolio. Student involvement in the concerts and other performance activities is central to the grading process. *This course may be repeated for credit Credit Value: 1

CHOIR* Course Number: 6248

Grade level: 9-12

Credit Value: .5

Prerequisite: None, open to all students

Choir is a semester course that focuses on singing engaging music in a group setting. Starting with simple ‘rounds’, students will learn to sing in harmony, read music, and bring vocal pieces up to a performance standard Students are guided in vocal techniques that both protect the voice and promote good tone and articulation. Students will choose the songs they sing and will perform these songs in two quarterly concerts per semester. As this is a performance class, participation in the concerts is a graded aspect of the course. No prior experience is necessary. *This course may be repeated for credit.

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PERCUSSION* Course Number: 6418

Grade level: 9-12

Credit Value: .5

Prerequisite: None, open to all students

Students will learn to play both tuned and untuned percussion instruments. They will examine the techniques of playing a wide variety of percussion instruments and focus on playing in time with each other. Students will also develop their ability to read percussion music and create original pieces as a band. As well as practicing and performing exclusive percussion pieces, students will work on the Concert Band repertoire. This class does not require any previous experience in percussion. *This course may be repeated for credit.

GUITAR* Course Number: 6241

Grade level: 10-12

Credit Value: .5

Prerequisite: None, open to all students.

The Guitar course is designed for students interested in developing the basic skills to play this instrument.

Students will have the opportunity to achieve the basic rudiments of a guitarist, in terms of techniques and knowledge and to apply it to the performance of songs of their choice and improvisation. The class is based on a variety of individual and group activities with the final goal of giving students the set of skills they need to keep growing as a guitarist even after the class. *This course may be repeated for credit PIANO* Course Number: 6416

Grade level: 10-12

Credit Value: .5

Prerequisite: None, open to all students.

This course is designed for students interested in the fundamentals of piano. Students with previous experience and no piano background are eligible for this class. The class will cover functional piano skills as well as some classical and sight reading skills both in traditional and non-traditional notations. The students will have the opportunity to perform in class songs of their own choice. By the end of the semester, students will practice their creative thinking and improvisational skills by composing a final of music. *This course may be repeated for credit MUSIC CREATION* Course Number: 6417

Grade level: 9-12

Credit Value: .5

Prerequisite: None

If you want to create music, but you don’t know where or how to start, or if you are a songwriter or a music enthusiast and you want to understand more about this art, Music Creation is the class for you. Throughout a variety of activities, you’ll be exposed to the basic rudiments of music theory and learn how to apply these concepts into the music composition process. You’ll also have the opportunity to train your musical ear in intervals, chords and gain a new and deeper understanding of the music you love. There’s no prerequisite for the class. It’s open for all those who love and enjoy music, although, if you are considering taking an IB music class, or following a music career, you should consider taking this class. *This course may be repeated for credit.

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IB MUSIC SL I Course Number: 6210

Grade level: 11

Credit Value: 1

Prerequisite: N/A

This course is the first year of the two-year IB Music SL II. The course encourages inquiry into creative practices and performance processes. Music study develops listening, creative and analytical skills, as well as encouraging understanding and international-mindedness. The SL course consists of three, intrinsically linked aspects: exploring music in context, experimenting with music and presenting music. At the end of this course, students will have developed in-depth and advanced skills in aural perception and understanding of music by learning about musical elements such as form and structure, notations, musical terminology and context. SL students are expected to produce an in-depth portfolio of performances, compositions. research experimentation and investigation, participate and attend concert recitals in and outside of school This course is designed for students who have reached a competent level upon one or more instruments (including voice) and are able to fluently read an intermediate level of music.

IB MUSIC HL I Course Number: 6211

Grade level: 11

Credit Value: 1

Prerequisite: N/A

This course is the first year of the two-year IB Music HL II. The course encourages inquiry into creative practices and performance processes. Music study develops listening, creative and analytical skills, as well as encouraging understanding and international-mindedness. Throughout the course, students are encouraged to explore music in varied and sometimes unfamiliar contexts and are challenged to engage practically with music as researchers, performers and creators. The HL course consists of four, intrinsically linked aspects: exploring music in context, experimenting with music, presenting music and the contemporary music-maker.

At the end of this course, students will have developed in-depth and advanced skills in aural perception and understanding of music by learning about musical elements such as form and structure, notations, musical terminology and context. HL students are expected to produce an in-depth portfolio of performances, compositions, research experimentation and investigation, create a project with curated music selections as the contemporary music-maker, and attend concert recitals in and outside of school. This course is for students who have reached an accomplished level on one or more instruments (including voice) and are able to fluently read advanced level music.

IB MUSIC SL II Course Number: 6212

Grade level: 12

Credit Value: 1

Prerequisite: IB Music SL I

This is the second year of a two year sequence, which fulfills the requirements of the IB Music SL curriculum.

This course is a continuation of the first year in IB Music SL I course. Students continue to develop their performance and composition portfolios and work towards the final exams.

IB MUSIC HL II Course Number: 6213

Grade level: 12

Credit Value: 1

Prerequisite: IB Music HL I

This is the second year of a two year sequence, which fulfills the requirements of the IB Music HL curriculum.

This course is a continuation of the first year in IB Music SL I course. Students continue to develop their performance and composition portfolios and work towards the final exams.

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THEATER

FOUNDATIONS OF THEATER Course Number: 6147

Grade level: 9-12

Credit Value: .5

Prerequisite: N/A

Theater is a dynamic, collaborative art form that involves the investigation of different cultures, artistic expressions, understanding of stagecraft, as well as actor training. Specifically, this class will focus on the understanding and exploration of Theater; furthermore, the journey from its origins to its contemporary expressions will guide the students to discover and practice this discipline- both on and off stage. This course welcomes all students who wish to dive into the world of theatre and acquire new skills for life.

This course is performance-based, assessments will be performed on stage at the end of each unit.

Rehearsals are mandatory and might be after school.

SPEECH COMMUNICATION Course Number: 6152

Grade Level: 10-12

Credit Value: .5

Prerequisite: none

This course explores the field of speech communications, specifically the composition and presentation of speeches. Students will examine components of public speaking as well as non verbal communication elements of speech and develop confidence and effectiveness in their own public speaking skills. Students will have the opportunity to creatively practice their skills in a variety of settings, such as speaking in front of an audience, creating a podcast, performing a radio play, or exploring a communication medium of their choice.

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IMPROV Course Number: 6104

Grade level: 10-12

Prerequisite: Foundations of Theater or Teacher approval This course will provide the skills for the student to be spontaneous and expand their imagination. The principles and foundations of Improv will be taught in this class. Improvisation is designed to improve listening, collaboration skills and stage presence.The students will learn how to create dramatic situations, characters and build stories through original creation without a script. This course is performance based therefore the class assessment will be performed on stage at the end of each unit. At the end of the semester, there will be an Improv competition amongst the Improvisation classes. Attendance to the Improv Competition will be mandatory.

Credit Value: .5

STAGECRAFT Course Number: 6153

Grade level: 10-12

Credit Value: .5

Prerequisite: none

Stagecraft is a hands-on course that examines the technical and design aspects of performance and how these elements of a show impact the actor’s performance and audience’s experience. Students will explore light, sound, and AV technologies; production and stage management; stagecraft and set design; and costuming, props, and makeup. Students will select an area of focus from the elements of stagecraft studied for their culminating project.

THEATER LAB* Course Number: 6149

Grade level: 10-12

Prerequisite: Foundations of Theater or teacher approval This course is designed for students that want to further explore theater elements and concepts. Students will be able to experiment with different acting techniques, practitioners and mediums to convey a story. This can involve devising original material, writing a play, designing or assembling production, working on scenes and monologues. Ideally, the students would have previously done a foundation course in order to explore into the variety of choices. *This course may be repeated for credit Credit Value: .5

IB THEATER SL I Course Number: 6122

Grade level: 11

Credit Value: 1

Prerequisite: N/A

IB Theater SL year I, is the first half of a two-year course, that the student will experience at a level of difficulty of their choice (Standard or High level). IB Theater belongs to Group 6 in the IB curriculum. Through the study of theater, students become aware of their own personal and cultural perspectives, developing an appreciation of the diversity of theater practices, their processes and their modes of presentation. It enables students to discover and engage with different forms of theater across time, place and culture. The theater course at both SL and HL requires no previous experience. Distinction between SL & HL: The syllabus clearly indicates a difference between SL and HL. Students are required to approach these areas from the perspectives of each of the following specialist theater roles: creator, designer, director, performer. It allows for greater breadth and depth in the teaching and learning at HL through an additional assessment task : the Solo Presentation.

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IB THEATER HL I Course Number: 6130

Grade level: 11

Credit Value: 1

Prerequisite: N/A

IB Theater HL year I, is the first half of a two-year course, that the student will experience at a level of difficulty of their choice (Standard or High level). IB Theater belongs to Group 6 in the IB curriculum. Through the study of theater, students become aware of their own personal and cultural perspectives, developing an appreciation of the diversity of theater practices, their processes and their modes of presentation. It enables students to discover and engage with different forms of theater across time, place and culture. The theater course at both SL and HL requires no previous experience. Distinction between SL & HL: The syllabus clearly indicates a difference between SL and HL. Students are required to approach these areas from the perspectives of each of the following specialist theater roles: creator, designer, director, performer. It allows for greater breadth and depth in the teaching and learning at HL through an additional assessment task : the Solo Presentation.

IB THEATER SL II Course Number: 6121

Grade level: 12

Credit Value: 1

Prerequisite: N/A

This is the second year of the two year program course IB Theater. Through the study of theater, students become aware of their own personal and cultural perspectives, developing an appreciation of the diversity of theater practices, their processes and their modes of presentation. It enables students to discover and engage with different forms of theater across time, place and culture.This second year is focused on the completion and submission of the IB tasks.

IB THEATER SL HL II Course Number: 6131

Grade level: 12

Credit Value: 1

Prerequisite: N/A

This is the second year of the two year program course IB Theater. Through the study of theater, students become aware of their own personal and cultural perspectives, developing an appreciation of the diversity of theatre practices, their processes and their modes of presentation. It enables students to discover and engage with different forms of theater across time, place and culture.HL allows for greater breadth and depth in the teaching and learning through an additional assessment task; the Solo Presentation, which requires HL students to engage with theater theorists and their theories.This second year is focused on the completion and submission of the IB tasks.

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DANCE

FOUNDATIONS OF DANCE Course Number: 6123

Grade level: 9-12

Credit Value: .5

Prerequisite: n/a

The Foundations of Dance course aims for a holistic approach to dance and embraces a variety of dance traditions and dance cultures—past, present and looking towards the future. Performance, creative and analytical skills are mutually developed and valued whether the students are keeping a journal or creating/performing dances. The curriculum provides students with a liberal arts orientation to dance. This orientation facilitates the development of students who may become choreographers, dance scholars, performers or those, more broadly, who seek life enrichment through dance.

DANCE LAB* Course Number: 6128

Grade level: 10-12

Credit Value: .5

Prerequisite: Foundations of Dance

This is a practical, physical, semester course, based on the exploration of the fundamental dance principles.

The student will immerse themselves in the training and investigation of the human body in relation to movement, space, and music. Physically, the class will be developing and understanding the concepts of: strength, flexibility, rhythm, tempo, nonverbal communication, and qualities of movements. Alongside students will acquire the necessary tools and language to comprehend this artistic discipline, appreciating different styles and choreographers. Participating in school events could be part of the assessments of the class, and after-school rehearsals may be required. *This course may be repeated for credit. This course may award fine arts or physical education credit depending on the student’s graduation requirement needs.

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PHYSICAL EDUCATION

FOUNDATIONS OF PE Course Number: 7040

Grade level: 9

Credit Value: 0.5

Prerequisite: N/A

The Foundations of PE course emphasises self-management, self-improvement, social responsibility and physical activity for health and wellness. Students will practice developing and implementing plans for self-improvement through a variety of group, team and individual experiences and challenges. Additionally, students will walk away from this foundation course with skills, strategies and tools they can apply in a variety of contexts within and outside of physical education. This course is an introductory course that will set students up for success with HS PE courses and the pursuit of personal passions as a physically active individual.

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WILDERNESS ADVENTURE* Course Number: 7041

Grade level: 9-12

Credit Value: 0.5

Prerequisite: Foundations of PE

Using the Andes Mountains, Pacific Ocean and local foothills as our classroom, students will build their personal fitness while participating in recreation activities that connect them with nature. Some potential activities that students will engage in during this course are hiking, trail running, rock climbing, surfing, sea kayaking, aquatic safety, first-aid and a multi-night backpacking trip. As environmental conservation and personal safety are the top priorities while engaging with nature, students will develop basic outdoor skills such as; trip planning, navigating with a map compass, storm safety, fundamentals of backpacking, and practice of Leave No Trace principles. Students will train for these outdoor pursuits using the Nido facilities such as the weightroom, fitness room, aquatic center and our vast campus including the Nido Hill. Mother Nature is awe-inspiring and by the end of this course, the hope is that students will gain a deeper appreciation for not only what nature has to offer them, but the important role that all of us play in maintaining her health. This course is for everyone, from the experienced outdoors lover, to the student with no experience. *This course may be repeated for credit.

AQUAFIT* Course Number: 7042

Grade level: 10-12

Prerequisite: Foundations of PE. Students must also be competent swimmers.

This course prepares students to recognize and respond quickly and effectively to emergencies in the pool in order to prevent drowning and injuries. Students will develop lifesaving fitness and specific techniques such as towing, rescue breathing and supportive kicking for ensuring their own safety and the safety of others.

Students will also participate in a variety of aquatic sports and activities such as Water Polo, Aqua Zumba, Aqua Strength and Tabata Aqua, which can be enjoyed beyond the course and for a lifetime. *This course may be repeated for credit.

Credit Value: 0.5

DANCE LAB* Course Number: 7043

Grade level: 10-12

Credit Value: .5

Prerequisite: Foundations of Dance

This is a practical, physical, semester course, based on the exploration of the fundamental dance principles.

The student will immerse themselves in the training and investigation of the human body in relation to movement, space, and music. Physically, the class will be developing and understanding the concepts of: strength, flexibility, rhythm, tempo, nonverbal communication, and qualities of movements. Alongside students will acquire the necessary tools and language to comprehend this artistic discipline, appreciating different styles and choreographers. Participating in school events could be part of the assessments of the class, and after-school rehearsals may be required. *This course may be repeated for credit. The student may select whether to award fine arts or physical education credit depending on the student’s graduation requirement needs.

PERSONAL FITNESS* Course Number: 7004

Grade level: 10-12

Credit Value: 0.5

Prerequisite: Foundations of PE

The self-study Personal Fitness course offers students the opportunity to develop and pursue their own fitness goals using a variety of training methods. They make use of skills and knowledge acquired in the Foundations 9 course to create a training menu based on a number of specific goals they set for themselves at the outset. All students will keep track of their progress and are compiling a Personal Fitness Journey, which is a self-evaluation and is completed and submitted at different points throughout the course. *This course may be repeated for credit.

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GROUP FITNESS* Course Number: 7044

Grade level: 10-12

Credit Value: 0.5

Prerequisite: Foundations of PE

This class puts an emphasis on fitness through cooperation. The term group fitness encompasses any and all forms of fitness that are done in a group setting and led by a teacher, a group instructor or a peer. Students will learn to work collectively to improve their overall muscular strength, muscle tone, endurance, flexibility, core, and agility. Students will learn to use their own body as an exercise device and will also learn how to use exercise tools such as stability balls, vipers, TRX, kettle-bells, sandbags, BOSU balls, weighted ropes, medicine balls, climbing ropes, elastic bands, abdominal rollers, foam rollers and the use of our weight room. Students will learn the benefits of exercise through class type activities such as Zumba, yoga, pilates, salsa, and team-building activities. A typical class is structured with a warm-up, a balanced workout and a cool-down. The warm-up is designed to help you properly raise your heart rate while loosening your joints and muscles before jumping into more strenuous activity. Cognitive skill learning will include following the FITT model and making connections between participation in physical activity and monitoring one’s heart rate, personal growth and development across a semester. *This course may be repeated for credit.

MIND & BODY WELLNESS* Course Number: 7045

Grade level: 10-12

Credit Value: 0.5

Prerequisite: Foundations of PE

This course is designed to encourage students to work in multiple spheres of wellness; physical, mental, social, and emotional. Some of the practices the class will cover include mindfulness, yoga, pilates, Tai Chi, dance, connections to nature and the community through hiking and trail running as well as other ways to move mindfully. Throughout the course students will also learn about good sleep hygiene, stress management and coping skills, basic nutritional knowledge and how all of these things can help them to become happier and more fulfilled individuals. The objective of this course is to seek an alternative route to cognitive development by providing physical and mental challenges that may result in stronger focus, self-discipline, and ultimately, increased self-confidence. *This course may be repeated for credit.

RACE READY* Course Number:

7046

Credit Value: 0.5

Grade level: 10-12 Prerequisite: Foundations of PE

Have you ever imagined yourself participating in an Adventure Race, an Endurance Race or a Fit Race? Maybe you’ve considered testing your fitness in an authentic race experience but are unsure how to prepare and become a participant. The race itself is a metaphor for real life; you get out what you put in. The emphasis in this course is on learning the fundamental principles required to successfully train for a 3K, 5K, 10K, trail race or even a Spartan race. Aerobic and anaerobic training is conducted through track workouts and trail runs while strength and conditioning training is experienced through various methodologies and learning opportunities.

Students will gain an understanding of different training programs, why they are used, and how to develop and personalize an individual plan for different races. Students will be encouraged to choose a race to compete in to put their learning into practice! *This course may be repeated for credit.

LIFETIME FITNESS & ACTIVITY Course Number: 7048

Grade level: 11-12

Credit Value: 0.5

Prerequisite: Grade 10 PE Credit

This course is designed to offer students the opportunity to explore a balanced selection of individual pursuits and lifetime activities. Physical literacy is the ability to participate in a variety of physical activities with confidence and competence, and this course is aimed to contribute to this larger goal of PE. This course emphasizes participation in the kinds of activities that people engage in around the world and over a lifespan.

Examples of individual pursuits can include track, kickboxing, biking, swimming and a variety of fitness-based physical activity. Examples of lifetime activities can include badminton, tennis, hiking and volleyball. Students who participate in this course will leave with the skills to participate in a full complement of activities and an awareness of how they can further their engagement with the community around them.

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INVASION GAMES & LEADERSHIP Course Number: 7047

Grade level: 11-12

Credit Value: 0.5

Prerequisite: Grade 10 PE Credit

Through this course students will become knowledgeable about the rules and regulations of various invasion games. Students will learn to refine their skills, integrate skills into a regular game situation, apply rules and strategies, and also teach skills to others. Basic offensive and defensive plays and strategies will be explored and implemented in order for the student to fully understand and enjoy the experience of participating in invasion games. This course will also offer the opportunity for students to study leadership and what makes a person an effective leader. Students will also make connections between participating in sport specific and tracking and improving fitness levels. Sports may include, but are not limited to; basketball, touch rugby, soccer, ultimate frisbee, lacrosse, and floor hockey.

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DESIGN TECHNOLOGY

FIRST YEAR SEMINAR Course Number: 8064

Grade level: 9

Credit Value: 1

Prerequisite: none

The First Year Seminar course is an innovative, yearlong course that studies human wellbeing through the lens of design thinking. Students will explore topics related to self-identity, health education, mindfulness, and study skills while applying design technology strategies and mindsets to answer questions about themselves, their communities, and the world. Throughout the course, students will practice and develop skills essential for high school success. This course will award students .5 credit in health and .5 credit in design technology.

FOUNDATIONS OF DESIGN TECH Course Number: 6507

Grade level: 9-12

Credit Value: .5

Prerequisite: None

Foundations of Design Tech is a novice level course for students taking design technology for the first time in high school. In this class, students will explore and apply the principles of design thinking in a Project-BasedLearning environment. Working both individually and with teams, students will acquire sketching, modeling, and digital making and fabricating skills. Students will also learn and extend their understanding of the Computer Aided Design (CAD) program "Rhino". Students will create designs that can be vinyl cut, laser cut, and 3D printed and will finish the semester designing a CAD solution to an authentic problem.

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FOUNDATIONS OF ROBOTICS Course Number: 6511

Grade level: 9-12

Credit Value: .5

Prerequisite: none

This course introduces students to the principles of programming, including algorithms and logical reasoning.

Students will learn and explore engineering and design concepts to build complex robotics to solve challenges using robotic components and software. Students need to have the capacity to work in teams to make, program, troubleshoot, and derive alternative solutions to physical and digital challenges. Automation and autonomy with programming and problem solving for robots.

CODING Course Number: 6509

Grade level: 10-12

Credit Value: .5

Prerequisite: none

This course introduces students to the principles of programming, including algorithms and logic. Students will engage in hands-on programming tasks and coding languages as they write and test their code using approaches real programmers use in the field. A broad range of foundational concepts such as variables, loops, data types, functions, and conditional statements will be explored. Students will exercise their creativity and problem-solving skills to create a series of simple applications (Apps) that live on the web DESIGN LAB* Course Number: 6508

Grade level: 10-12

Credit Value: .5

Prerequisite: Foundations of Design Tech

Students who are taking Design Lab for the first time are considered to be at the intermediate level. This group of students will broaden and deepen their Rhino CAD and digital fabrication skills. Additionally, they will choose from a number of extended and often highly independent projects involving the use of our CNC router, Arduinos, Sewing Machines, Virtual Reality, Blender, App designing programs, etc.

Students taking Design Lab for the second or third time are considered to be at the advanced level. In addition to engaging in authentic design projects designed to deepen and extend their Design Technology skills, they will be trained as MakerLab Technicians and will lead the safe and effective fabrication of their own and others' work. *This course may be repeated for credit.

FILM Course Number: 6505

Grade level: 10-12

Credit Value: .5

Prerequisite: none

Film is a course that serves as a foundation for further exploration in digital video artwork and storytelling.

Students will write, direct, act, shoot, and edit short videos, with beginning and intermediate instruction. Areas like the fundamentals of shooting, sound, lighting, and editing, among other production issues are addressed in this course. Students will work mostly in teams where they will put the learned techniques into practice.

Evaluation will be based on tests and projects.

GRAPHIC DESIGN Course Number: 6506

Grade level: 10-12

Credit Value: .5

Prerequisite: None

Graphic Design focuses on finding creative visual solutions to communication problems using technical skills. In this course, students will learn how to inform, persuade, and attract attention by creating and organizing the elements of typography, images, and white space. Students will complete a variety of authentic projects and will gain a solid foundation in the use of professional design software.

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GUIDANCE

SENIOR UNIVERSITY COUNSELING SEMINAR Course Number: 9030

Grade level: 12

Credit Value: 0.5 (No Grade - will reflect on transcript)

Prerequisite: Counselor Approval Based Uni Plan

It’s time to apply to university! Complete this complex, comprehensive and time-consuming process with the support of your counselors and peers in a regularly scheduled non-graded class during the school day. After researching and refining their “working list” of schools in the junior year, seniors will write authentic and memorable application essays, develop unique application themes, request specific and nuanced letters of recommendation, prepare for interviews, craft professional communications with admissions staff, send standardized test scores, apply for financial aid or scholarships, and assemble and submit complete applications BEFORE the deadlines. Meeting weekly as a group creates a sense of community and shared purpose, even as students may be making very different plans.

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IB PROGRAM

THEORY OF KNOWLEDGE I Course Number: 2060

Grade level: 11

Credit Value: 1.0

Prerequisite: Teacher approval

External Exams: This course meets the requirements for IB Diploma Candidates.

Note: This course is only open for students accepted to the IB Diploma Program.

This course examines the nature of knowledge. The overriding question throughout the course is: How do we know what we know? The nature, applications and limitations of knowledge are explored. The course examines the ways of knowing that we use to access and make sense of the world, such as reason and intuition, emotion and language. We also explore the diverse areas of knowledge that characterize both school and the real world, considering the nature of knowledge in the sciences, math, history, the arts. TOK is a course in which students put the nature, applications and limitations of knowledge under analysis rather than learning content per se.

The Extended Essay and Creativity, Activity & Service (CAS) are incorporated into the course to complete the teaching and learning of the IB Core.

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THEORY OF KNOWLEDGE II Course Number: 2061

Grade level: 12

Credit Value: .5

Prerequisite: TOK I

TOK: In the third and final semester of TOK we will continue our exploration of the nature, application, and limits of knowledge. A special emphasis this semester will be the completion of the TOK Essay. The Extended Essay and Creativity, Activity & Service (CAS) are incorporated into the course to complete the teaching and learning of the IB Core.

CREATIVITY ACTION SERVICE (CAS) Course Number: N/A

Grade level: 11-12

Credit Value: N/A

Prerequisite: IB Diploma Students

The purpose of CAS (Creativity, Action and Service) is to involve students in learning experiences outside the classroom. To meet this goal the IB requires that students participate in CAS activities during the 18 months prior to exams. Activities may include school clubs, independent projects, participation in sports teams, and activities that involve service to the community. Each student will develop a personal one-month CAS project in consultation with their Advisor. The documentation of reflections upon CAS is integral to the process and is supported in the Theory of Knowledge (TOK) course.

EXTENDED ESSAY (EE) Course Number: N/A

Grade level: 11-12

Credit Value: N/A

Prerequisite: IB Diploma Students

The Extended Essay is an independent, self-directed piece of research, culminating in a 4,000-word paper which provides practical preparation for undergraduate research and an opportunity for students to investigate a topic of special interest to them. Through the research process for the Extended Essay, students develop skills in formulating an appropriate research question, engaging in a personal exploration of the topic, communicating ideas and developing an argument. The EE is a required component of the IB Diploma Program and is supported in the Theory of Knowledge (TOK) courses.

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LEARNING SUPPORT

LEARNING LAB 1 Course Number: 145

Grade level: 9-10

Prerequisite: Placement from the Learning Support Staff The high school Learning Lab course has been designed to assist students in various academic areas. The program reinforces student learning and helps develop the essential skills that a high school student needs in order to meet the various goals of each course. Learning Lab is an elective class that provides curriculum support for Math and English classes. In the Learning Lab, students receive individual and small-group instruction. Additionally, the Learning Support teacher closely monitors each student’s classroom performance by conducting limited inclusion support within Math and English courses and also by partnering with classroom teachers. Registration for this course is made by teacher placement only.

Credit Value: 1 (pass/fail)

LEARNING LAB 2 Course Number: 146

Grade level: 11-12

Prerequisite: Placement from the Learning Support Staff The high school Learning Lab course has been designed to assist students in various academic areas. The program reinforces student learning and helps develop the essential skills that a high school student needs in order to meet the various goals of each course. Learning Lab is an elective class that provides curriculum support for selected classes. In the Learning Lab, students receive individual and small-group instruction.

Additionally, the Learning Support teacher closely monitors each student’s classroom performance by conducting limited inclusion support within Math and English courses and also by partnering with classroom teachers. Registration for this course is made by teacher placement only.

Credit Value: 1 (pass/fail)

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MATH LAB 1 Course Number:

Grade level: 9

Credit Value: 1

Prerequisite: Teacher Placement

Math Lab 1 provides targeted instruction to support progress in math. These supports may include pre-teaching, re-teaching, direct instruction, accommodations and the use of web-based accelerated math programs. This course is a study of the real number system, dealing with such topics as rationals, integers, laws of exponents, radicals, polynomials, factoring, fractional equations, linear functions, graphing, and their applications with real life problems. This course also includes topics from Geometry including coordinate geometry and trigonometry. A graphing calculator is required for this course. The ultimate goal of the Math Lab course sequence is to support and prepare students to rejoin Nido’s mainstream program, but the class will still provide comprehensive skill building for those students who remain in the Math Lab sequence for all four years of high school. A graphing calculator is required for this course. Math Lab 1 is not adequate preparation for any IB course. Registration for this course is made by teacher placement only.

MATH LAB 2 Course Number:

Grade level: 10

Credit Value: 1

Prerequisite: Teacher Placement

Math Lab 2 provides targeted instruction to support progress in math. These supports may include pre-teaching, re-teaching, direct instruction, accommodations and the use of web-based accelerated math programs. This course is a study of the real number system, dealing with such topics as quadratic equations, graphing, and their applications with real life problems. This course also includes topics from; Probability: Simple probabilities and compound events; Statistics: Measures of center and spread, graphs and their applications with real life problems and Geometry: Volume and surface area of solids. A graphing calculator is required for this course. Math Lab 2 is not adequate preparation for any IB course. Registration for this course is made by teacher placement only.

MATH LAB 3 Course Number: 3057

Grade level: 11

Credit Value: 1

Prerequisite: Teacher Placement

Math Lab 3 provides targeted instruction to support progress in math. These supports may include pre-teaching, re-teaching, direct instruction, accommodations and the use of web-based accelerated math programs. This course is a study of the real number system, dealing with such topics integers, polynomials, factoring, rational expressions, real numbers, equations, inequalities, graphing of linear and quadratic functions, solving simultaneous equations, laws of exponents, exponential functions, algebraic functions, probability and their applications with real life problems. A graphing calculator is required for this course. Math Lab 3 is not adequate preparation for IB courses. Registration for this course is made by teacher placement only.

MATH LAB 4 Course Number: 3058

Grade level: 12

Credit Value: 1

Prerequisite: Teacher Placement

This course will help prepare students for standardized and college placement exams. Math Lab 4 provides targeted instruction to support progress in math. These supports may include pre-teaching, re-teaching, direct instruction, accommodations and the use of web-based accelerated math programs. This course is a study of the real number system, dealing with such topics integers, polynomials, factoring, rational expressions, real numbers, equations, inequalities, graphing of linear and quadratic functions, solving simultaneous equations, laws of exponents, exponential functions, algebraic functions, probability and their applications with real life problems. A graphing calculator is required for this course. Registration for this course is made by teacher placement only.

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