Paideia School Short Term A 2015

PAIDEIA HIGH SCHOOL

2014-2015 SHORT TERM A

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Table of Contents

ENGLISH LANGUAGE, LITERATURE, AND COMPOSITION ........ 5 FOREIGN LANGUAGE ............................................................................. 9 MATH ACADEMIC COURSES .............................................................. 10 SOCIAL STUDIES..................................................................................... 11 SCIENCE .................................................................................................... 15 FINE ARTS, MUSIC AND DRAMA........................................................ 18 PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND HEALTH ............................................ 21 INTERDISCIPLINARY NON-ACADEMIC........................................... 22

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Elective Courses in Short Term: Short-terms at Paideia are a time for you to explore and experiment in different types of classes and academic departments. They offer you the opportunity to: • • • • • • • •

Study a topic in greater depth and intensity than is possible in a long-term class, Take a class outside of a traditional academic offering or department, Take team taught classes by different teachers throughout the school, Take an interdisciplinary course, Have classes that provide hands-on learning experiences, Try a new skill or improve an old one, Meet graduation requirements such as: PE, Art, Music or Drama, or Internship, Explore personal creativity and academic passions

Your choices are important and will be honored as best as possible. Your final schedule will be determined based on your choices, advisor and teacher recommendations, space available in classes, and a review of your overall schedule.

Short-term is great opportunity to learn in different ways and in new fields of study. It is not a time to forget about academic and intellectual rigor.

We would like you to have a balanced schedule in both academic and non-academic classes. Your advisors can help guide you on what is an appropriate number of academic and non-academic classes. You should have at least 50 percent of academic classified courses over short term A and B. Academic courses are those in specific academic departments: Science, Math, Foreign Language, English, and Social Studies. Non-academic courses are in Fine Arts, Music, PE and Health, and Interdisciplinary Non-Academic.

Typically, academic courses have a number of different assignments and assessment, such as: quizzes, tests, papers, presentations and labs. Non-academic typically may have fewer assignments or assessment and do not fall under a specific academic discipline.

Courses that are considered academic are given grades and count towards your GPA. Courses that are considered non-academic can be given grades or be pass/fail but do not count towards your GPA. If you have any questions please speak with your advisor or Laura Magnanini, Director of Studies.

As a reminder, Paideia’s graduation requirements include: • • •

3 credits of Art, Music, or Drama (One long-term course or 3 different short-term courses) 2 credits of PE (Pi League, JV and Varsity Sports, short-term classes, and outside activity approved by Laura Magnanini or Marty Hays can fulfill this credit) 60 hours of internship requirement (Seniors must have completed the internship requirement by the end of Term A)

All of these credits can be fulfilled throughout all 4 years at Paideia during both Long and Short Terms.

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Required Courses in Short Term: Each grade and academic department in short-term has some courses that are required for students to take.

Please review the following information to see what courses apply for your short-term schedule.

Depending on your long-term schedule, there are courses that continue through short-term A and B. These required courses are a continuation of their long-term courses and are separated by term and department.

By department: Foreign Language Short Term A French1 and Spanish 1 – 1 hr (A only) French 2 and Spanish 2 – 1hr (A only) Math Short Term A Algebra 1 (A and B terms) Algebra 2 – 1 hr (A and B terms) Algebra 2 / Trig- 1 hr (A and B terms) AP AB Calculus -1 hr (A only) AP BC Calculus – 1hr (A only) Intermediate Algebra- 1hr (A only) Social Studies Short Term A US History – 1hr (A and B terms) US Politics (A or B term)

Short Term B No foreign language requirements

Short Term B Algebra 1 (A and B terms) Algebra 2 – 1hr (A and B terms) Algebra 2 / Trig- 1 hr (A and B terms)

Short Term B US History – 1hr (A and B terms) US Politics (A or B term)

Science Short Term A Short Term B AP Biology- 1 hr (A Term only) No required courses in Term B AP Chemistry -2 hr (A Term only) AP Physics -1 hr (A Term only) Humans and Environment – 1hr (A Term only)

By Grade: 9th grade Required Courses Short Term A US Politics (A or B term) 10th grade required courses Short Term A US History (A and B Term) Introduction to Ethical Dialogue – 1hr (A Term only)

Short Term B US Politics (A or B term) Making Healthy Life Decisions (B Term only) Short Term B US History (A and B Term)

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ENGLISH LANGUAGE, LITERATURE, AND COMPOSITION * SHORT TERM A 2014 ENGLISH ACADEMIC COURSES

ART MAGAZINE / BLUE RIDER A9471 Joseph Cullen/Gregory Mancini This course is for the art magazine staff and consists mostly of reading submissions for our May release of the new magazine. Work will include fund-raising, design, poster making and making literary allusions. (1 hr.)

BASEBALL BOARD GAMING A9802 John Capute In this short term class, you have a chance to be a general manager of a major league baseball team and then to manage this team for a short season, using that old reliable dice activated game system, APBA Board Baseball. You have a set budget: do you spend $23 million on Albert Pujols or do you draft half a team at the five hundred thousand dollar league minimum for each? Is Mike Trout at $1 million your first draft pick or Clayton Kershaw for $6.5 million—the choice between an everyday player or one who pitches every 4 days (in our case)?

And when you have your twenty five players, who do you bat where? What is your pitching rotation?

When do you bunt or hit-and-run? How will you use your bullpen, given that a reliever can pitch only 4 innings in a 3-game series? Do you even play B.J. Upton with his .208 BA and .287 OBP? Players do not talk back, whine to the press, or suddenly develop a leg cramp in this game: they perform the way they did in the 2014 season, which is—hoping the cards are available when we begin the class—the one we’ll be considering in this game. Otherwise, we will do a classic version of the game: a past season. There will be American and National League teams. Academic component of this class includes doing statistics for your team and writing a 3 page paper at the end of the course. Play ball! (2 hrs.)

THE CELLULOID CLASSROOM A1103 John Capute/Rick Goldstein Here’s something you all know everything about—school. Classrooms, teachers, athletics, musicals, cliques, the pressure to go to college. But honestly: who would really want to see your day in school on the big screen or even on the little screen? And yet movies keep coming out about school every year, not to mention on TV. What is the fascination about school to filmmakers? What is so interesting about the life you lead 8 hours a day for ten months? And is this life you lead here as a student really even the world that these dramas and comedies show? We’ll look at films from as far back as the 30s and 40s, up to today.

Movies, television, dramas, comedies, we’ll consider them all in trying to figure out what makes school so fascinating to these filmmakers. And along the way, the experts that we are, students and teachers alike (and maybe even administrators), will figure out what they can tell us about our experience here and what we can learn from critiquing their creations. This will be a discussion class with a final test at the end consisting of short answer questions and an in-class essay and, par the course for a Goldstein/Capute production, a blog. (2 hrs.)

CHARLIE CHAN A1716 Jim Veal “Front seldom tell truth. To know occupants of house, always look in back yard.” - Charlie Chan The character of Charlie Chan, the famous Chinese-American detective from the movies, has long been a subject of controversy, praised for his brilliance and wit, reviled for his embodiment of ethnic stereotypes.

In this course we will try to get into the back yard of this controversy by studying Yunte Huang’s readable new book on Charlie Chan and watching some of the almost 47 Chan films that appeared from 1926 to

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1949. Huang’s book interweaves the stories of the real-life Honolulu police detective who inspired the character of Chan, the Harvard-educated mystery writer who created the character, and the Swedish actor who made the character famous. Along the way we learn about the prejudice faced by Chinese in America, the racial politics of the film industry, and the ways in which the wisdom-spouting fictional character of Charlie Chan epitomizes (according to Huang) “both the racist heritage and the creative genius of this nation’s culture.” (1 hr.)

GRAMMAR: THE GOOD, THE BAD, AND THE NECESSARY A1611 Marianne Hines/Catharine Tipton do you ever wonder what the world would be like with no grammar try to read and understand writing with no commas capitals periods or basic structural rules it turns into balderdash Are you comma disabled? Do you know verb tense? Can you write an essay in active voice? Take care of those gnarly grammar problems once and for all with this course. The class will include learning grammar rules through drill and practice, then applying those rules in writing assignments.

This course will teach you the rules and strategies to improve your knowledge of grammar and boost your writing skills plus train you in the true art of clear communication. It will be fun, interesting, and definitely valuable. (2 hrs.)

HAIR: Take It From the Top A1718 "Hair: the life-force; strength; energy; the power of thought; virility."

Donna Ellwood/Catherine Tipton

This class will attempt to uncover and even get at the root of our human fascination with the "dead strands of protein extruding from tiny pores on our heads which nonetheless have extraordinary power." To this end, we will comb through the tangled legends, lore, and actual history of hair and extend our discussions to the religious, sociological, and cultural perspectives and customs concerning hair and hairstyles. We will weave in literary selections, highlighting different strands of thought concerning the long and the short of this topic. We will tie up any loose ends by showing films and clips, and at the end of the term, we’ll split. (2 hrs.)

MAKING POETRY A1701 Thrower Starr It’s just a fact: something in us wants to be expressed in poetry. Poetry also slows us down and is therefore a tonic for the hectic speed of our lives. As we slow down, we often find ourselves connecting both with our deeper selves and with a deeper sense of the world outside of ourselves. The primary focus in this class will be on creating your own poetry. You will read poetry by others that will serve as models and as inspiration, and you will try different kinds of exercises and topics, some meant to focus attention, others to open up imagination. This class will be run in a workshop format so that students will be reading their work aloud and hearing responses from others about it. (1hr.)

LORD OF THE RINGS – THE TWO TOWERS A1642 Joseph Cullen Lord of the Rings is a book that is well known as the father of what is sometimes named “high fantasy” and called by the author “legendarium”. Tolkein was a teacher of Old English at Oxford and based his writings on the mythology, poetry and literature of early England and Europe, especially works like “Beowulf” and “Gawain”. The book is a trilogy and this class is a follow-on from last year when we read the first book.

Students taking this class might consider reading the first book over the winter vacation. (1hr.)

FILM NOIR A1655 Clark Cloyd/ Theodore Davis Night in the American City: Monochrome, Murder, Mystery, and Morality. In this class we’ll be exploring America’s seminal thriller genre, noir, and its influence in the French New Wave, Cyberpunk, Neonoir, and more. We’ll be watching a lot of movies and reading some short stories. There will be quizzes, a test, and an essay. Bring your own snacks (2 hrs.)

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SOUTHERN POETRY A1702 Joseph Cullen In this class, we will read and study poetry, and later on write some of our own. The Southern poetry will be wide ranging over time and include some of our local contemporary poets, such as Thomas Lux from Tech, Natasha Tretheway and Kevin Young from Emory. (2 hrs.)

SHORT STORY WRITING A1523 Sarah Schiff This class will be run in a workshop format. You will be expected to share your writing with your fellow students as well as to respectfully critique theirs. We will review the major elements of the short story— plot, characterization, point-of-view, theme, setting, dialogue—and read several published short stories to serve as models. By the end of the term, you will have written several vignettes as well as a fully polished short story, which you are encouraged to submit to Blue Rider. Expect lively class discussion, constructive workshops, brainstorming exercises, drafting, and lots of revising. To paraphrase Ron Rash, it’s during the revision process when the real writing begins. (2 hrs.)

SYLVIA PLATH A1459 Sarah Schiff Brilliant poet, author of the generation-defining novel The Bell Jar, dead at the age of 30 from suicide, Sylvia Plath has taken on legendary status in American culture. She remains a powerful cultural symbol of a brilliant young woman undone by the constricting society in which she lived. In this short-term course, we will read her novel and then as many of her poems as we have time for. Among other things, we will discuss Plath’s role in the confessional poetry movement, her gritty depictions of mental illness, her exposure of the struggles that many women faced in the middle of the 20th century, and Plath’s highly experimental and gut-wrenching style. Fellow poet Philip Larkin famously called her the “horror poet,” and we will learn from Plath that there may be a fine line between what is horrifying and what is beautiful.

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THE GREAT WAR IN LITERATURE AND FILM A1650 “We are the creatures of the Great War, whether we like it or not.” - Robert Wohl

Jim Veal

World War I (which began 100 years ago last summer) left millions dead. It drastically changed not only the map of the world but civilization’s conception of itself - the traditions that prevailed before the war could not survive such a cataclysm unchanged. In this course we will study and discuss some of the best literary and cinematic art that the horrific experience of World War I inspired: the German novel All Quiet on the Western Front, the verses of the British trench poets (Sassoon, Owen, Graves), short fiction by Ernest Hemingway, plus such classic films as Paths of Glory, Gallipoli, and Grand Illusion. (2 hrs.)

RON RASH: A POEM, A STORY, A NOVEL A1643 Clark Cloyd When Ron Rash visited earlier this year, he told us that he typically begins to write with a single image in his mind. He then develops that image into his work of fiction. The result may be a poem, a short story or even a novel. At times the initial poem leads to further development in the shape of a story and in turn this short work can develop into a novel. In this class we will trace the sequence from poem to novel as we read “Speckled Trout” (a poem published in 1996), ”Speckled Trout” (a short story published in 2003) and The World Made Straight (his third novel, published in 2006). Perhaps we’ll be able to discuss our findings with the author himself. Work for the class will include nightly reading, some brief quizzes and a test. (1 hr.)

UNCREATIVE WRITING A1524 Clark Cloyd Three years ago Kenneth Goldsmith published his explanation of how the internet has changed and continues to change the way writing occurs. His ideas about the use of information are provocative. We’ll examine his understanding of radical artistic practice and try out more than a few techniques to see just how this theory works. I imagine a fair amount of debate will ensue (erupt?) as we consider and apply these ideas. (1hr)

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VOICES OF THE UNHEARD: EXPLORING FEMINISM THROUGH POETRY A1015 Thrower Starr/Jamaya Tookes In this class, we will explore feminism and the complex identities of women, such as sexual orientation and race. Students will also analyze poetry pertaining to sexism, female identity, and gender roles. We will also read poetry that highlights the variety between feminist perspectives. Alongside reading beautiful poetry from the likes of Adreinne Rich and Sandra Cisneros, students will be exposed to the work of Audre Lorde, bell hooks, and many other legendary feminists in order to contextualize the poems being discussed.

Students' evaluations will be based on participation, blog posts, and a small presentation. We hope both male and female students will sign up for this course. (1 hr.)

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FOREIGN LANGUAGE SHORT TERM A 2014 FOREIGN LANGUAGE ACADEMIC COURSES TERM A REQUIRED COURSES: SPANISH 1 A2010 Ruth Dinkins/Eddy Hernandez This is a continuation of the Long Term course. It is a required course for all students in Spanish 1. (1 hr.)

SPANISH 2 A2125 Ruth Dinkins/Joy Lewis-Mendez/Marci Weiland/Melissa McKay-Hagan This is a continuation of the Long Term course. It is a required course for all students in Spanish 2. (1 hr.)

FRENCH 1 A2000 Joanna Gibson This is a continuation of the Long Term Course. It is a required course for all students in French 1. (1 hr.)

FRENCH 2 A2029 Joanna Gibson/Melissa McKay-Hagan This is a continuation of the Long Term Course. It is a required course for all students in French 2. (1 hr.)

TERM A ELECTIVE COURSES: CHINESE 1 A2760 Chas McNeill The goal of this course is to give students a basic introduction of the Chinese language. At the end of this course students will be able to read and pronounce pinyin, order food, write simple characters, give basic introductions and describe their family. By the end of the January term students will be able to read and write a minimum of 40 characters. (2 hrs) ROCK EN ESPAÑOL A2512 Joy Lewis-Mendez ¿Te encanta la música? ¿Te interesa la música en español? This class serves as an introduction to contemporary pop/rock/alternative music from Latin America and Spain. We will begin the class with a “tour” of the Spanish-speaking world, listening to 65+ bands from different countries. Based on your interest, you will explore some of the bands further-- activities will include a group presentation, listening to and commenting on songs, reviewing albums and videos, and playing “LyricsTraining” in the lab, among others. My goal is that you will end up with a ton of new music that you love! Since the course is conducted in Spanish, you must be in Spanish 2 or higher to sign up. (1 hr.)

LATIN AMERICA TODAY A2650 Cristian Miguez In this class we will build a virtual bridge to Latin American current events. To better understand what's going on today, we need to go back to the past and learn the history, culture and traditions of these countries. By reading folk tales, newspapers articles, classic literature, watching movies, listening to songs, you will gain a better understanding of the complex reality of these nations. Class will be taught in English and Spanish with material in both languages as well. Students can choose to communicate only in Spanish to further develop their language skills. (1 hr.)

THE ITALIANS A2801 Eddy Hernandez This course is an introduction to Italian culture and basic language. Students will learn about modern Italian culture through literature, music, and film. We will learn about major events in the history of Italy as well as important geographical and political aspects of the country. Basic language skills (primarily conversation) will also be developed throughout the course. Field trips may include a visit to an Italian restaurant or to watch an Italian film. Students will take short quizzes throughout the course and will present a final oral and written project on an aspect of Italian culture of their choice. (1 hr.)

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MATHEMATICS SHORT TERM A 2014 MATH ACADEMIC COURSES REQUIRED MATH COURSES: ALGEBRA 1 A3004 Ali Yasseri This is a continuation of the Long Term Course. (One hour in Short Term A and B is required of students enrolled in Algebra 1.) (1hr.)

INTERMEDIATE ALGEBRA A3031 Mark Schmitt This is a continuation of the Long Term Course. (One hour in Short Term A is required of students enrolled in Intermediate.) (1hr.)

ALGEBRA 2 A3101 Jen Leon/Ansley Yeomans/JoJo Cadray This is a continuation of the Long Term course. (One hour in Short Term A and B is required of students enrolled in Algebra 2.) (1 hr.)

ALGEBRA 2/TRIG A3201 Paul Myers This is a continuation of the Long Term course. (One hour in Short Term A is required of students enrolled in Algebra 2/Trig.) (1 hr.)

AP BC CALCULUS A3340 Jack Bross This is a continuation of the Long Term course. (One hour in Short Term A is required of students enrolled in AP BC Calculus.) (1 hr.)

AP AB CALCULUS A3320 Mark Schmitt This is a continuation of the Long Term course. (One hour in Short Term A is required of students enrolled in AP AB Calculus.) (1 hr.)

ELECTIVE COURSES: THE MATHEMATICS OF BOARD GAMES A3879 Paul Myers How long does it take to build a Cootie? What is the most profitable property in Monopoly? What’s the chance of getting a Yahtzee? Why does a Double Leaning Jowler in Pass the Pigs earn so many points?

Is there an association between the length of a word and the number of points earned in Scrabble?

We will play these, and other, games and explore these, and other, questions using probability, statistics and Markov chains. (2 hrs.)

VIVA LAS VEGAS A3801 Paul Myers/Coles Loomis How did a desert railroad stop become an entertainment and gambling showplace? Through historical footage, this course will explore the history, the role of the mob, the night life and the casinos of Las Vegas. Playing and examining the probability of the casino games will highlight each session.

(1 hr.)

REALLY COOL SHAPES A3741 Kathy Chavez Do you know how to make a dodecahedron or icosahedron? Can you make a Rubik’s Cube using origami paper? In this course we will explore these shapes and more by building three-dimensional figures using regular polygons. You be required to build all of the basic Archimedean Solids and try to discover new ones. We will also use crease patterns to explore the mathematical beauty of origami. We will discover the crossover of art and mathematics. (1 hr.)

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SOCIAL STUDIES SHORT TERM A 2013 SOCIAL STUDIES ACADEMIC COURSES REQUIRED COURSES: US HISTORY & GOVERNMENT A4020 Brett Hardin/Tom Pearce,/Carl Rosenbaum/Cullen Sacha This is a continuation of the Long Term course. Students must stay with their Long Term teacher during Short Terms. (One hour each Short Term is required of students in US History and Government). (1 hr.)

US POLITICS A4010 Brett Hardin/Jeanne Lee/Carl Rosenbaum The presidential election, immigration, education and the struggling economy are all major issues facing our government today. Are you curious about how the government handles so many complex issues?

Then U.S. Politics is the course for you. This course will look at the current structure of government and analyze how the government actually works. We will go beyond the basics and look at the many forces that influence our local, state and federal government (media, lobbyists, money, elections and citizens).

This course takes a hands-on approach in which everyone will participate in the process of understanding the U.S. Government. This class will have a few short papers and one end of term test. (One hour IN EITHER Short Term is required of all 9th grade students).

INTRODUCTION TO ETHICAL DIALOGUE A8000 High School Faculty This class will be taught by two high school faculty members who will use cases, short stories, articles, poems, and a variety of exercises and discussions to introduce students to the kinds of ethical dialogue and the knowledge and skills necessary to listen to others, be fully present and to understand our own biases.

The course will review ethical theories, philosophy, self-understanding, listening and dialogue skills. We will read short stories, current event articles and engage in healthy dialogue about what we think is right and wrong and all of the shades of grey in-between. All 10th grade students need to sign up for one hour in term A. (1 hr.)

ELECTIVE COURSES: AMERICAN INDIAN STUDIES A4610 Marty Hays The purpose for having this class is to show that "Native Americans ARE" as opposed to "WERE". When most people think of American Indians, they only consider them as they were in the past, and that past has been brought forward, usually with false stereotypes, both negative and positive, leaving modern day Natives unrecognized and unappreciated. We will look at important historical figures and events in this class, but we will also connect them to the present day. A majority of class time will be spent reading modern day Native authors, like Sherman Alexie, and listening to modern day music, like the Cherokee rapper "Lightfoot" and watching modern films made by directors like Chris Eyre, and featuring native actors and themes. Students will also learn how to powwow dance, drum, and sing and will be encouraged to attend a powwow and make contact with Indian people. This is an academic social studies course with considerable reading and some quizzes and written work. There is no comprehensive final exam.

Participation and active involvement are necessary. (2 hrs.)

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ANATOMY OF AN ARGUMENT A4981 Cullen Sacha/Alex Gazmararian Everyone argues. We may argue with our friends, our family, or a complete stranger. Although everyone has experienced arguments, few people actually understand how to construct and evaluate arguments critically. Teachers require you to make arguments in all of your essays, and you can find arguments in every subject that you study. Thinking critically and learning to assess arguments logically will make you a stronger student and a more informed citizen.

What are the parts of an argument? How do I assess the validity and soundness of an argument? What are the common mistakes, or fallacies, that people make when they formulate arguments? In this course, we will answer these questions and evaluate arguments being made about important current events. We will look at the sneaky tricks that many politicians and journalists use to try and influence people. Most importantly, you will learn how to formulate your own strong arguments and defend your position clearly.

Students will write a handful of very short (1/2 page) arguments for homework and in class. We will also have two assessments over the reading and the material discussed in class. (1hr.)

SISTER CITIZENS: AN INTRO TO BLACK FEMALE FEMINISM A4927 Kathy Chavez /Lerato Cummings/Nahlah Abdur-Rahman/ Cary Holley Celebrities, male & female, have brought the Feminist Movement to a greater audience over recent years.

Famous black females, such as Oprah, Beyoncé, Kerry Washington, and our FLOTUS, Michelle Obama, consider themselves as progressive leaders in the millennia’s Feminist Movement, as they promote the equality of ALL sexes, and of all races. These women as well as other pioneers have contributed to helping society grow from its sexist, biased, and even racist, roots to a new era, where women of all colors can be “flawless” and in charge of their destinies. In this class we will discuss some of the many black female role models, their impact on society, and their contributions to the feminist movement. This is an academic class so there will be short, weekly quizzes based on: reading (Sister Citizen, a book by Melissa V. HarrisPerry), lectures, videos, and articles. There will be a final group project, rather than a test, which will highlight a topic designated to you based upon a subject that we will cover. Within this class, we hope to educate both boys and girls on some inspiring black women, and what they are doing to promote and create an equal world. (1 hr.)

GYPSIES A4872 Tom Pearce For 1000 years, the Rom, as the nomadic gypsies call themselves, have traveled among the more settled peoples of the world, inspiring romantic legends and fearful rumors. Although they lack a homeland, a religion, a literature and a music, they have survived as a culture, and withstood both the temptations of an easier way of life and deliberate efforts to absorb or annihilate them. The study of the Rom is worthwhile because it reveals their uniqueness and also because it provides a model of the processes by which groups form and remain together. This course will examine the Rom way of life from an anthropological perspective, drawing upon firsthand accounts and scholarly analyses of their family life, political organization and economic practices. (2 hrs.)

HISTORY TAKES ON HOLLYWOOD A4907 Jeanne Lee For many Americans, Hollywood is their history teacher. Of the nine movies nominated as Best Picture this year, six were based on true events. Docudramas have been a staple of moviemaking since moviemaking began. What was true and what was not in the movie you saw? Hollywood has few qualms about mangling timelines, physical locales, or almost any element, even those that are firmly established as fact. It is no wonder that audiences confuse the real world with movie representations. In this course we will take a sampling of these historical films and research the actual events on which they are based to see how faithful Hollywood has been to what really happened. (2 hrs.)

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WHITE TRASH A4909 Donna Ellwood “It’s a put down, the name given to those whites who don’t make it, either because they’re too lazy or too stupid. Or maybe it’s because something’s wrong with their inbred genes.” In this course we will look at the origin and meaning of the expression white trash. We will study the term from its early use at the beginning of the 19th century to its popularity at the end of the 20th century. In order to cover this term we will rely on academic essays, research and critiques from the Eugenics society in the early 20th century and the novel Bastard out of Carolina by Dorothy Allison. Included in our study will be documentaries as well as film to help inform us about the term. A number of the works that will be studied in this class have mature themes. If you are in ninth grade, please check in with Laura M. or Donna E to sign up for the class. (2 hrs.)

MODEL UNITED NATIONS A4914 Joy Lewis Mendez/Kathy Chavez This class is a preparatory course for students participating in the Model United Nations team/club at Paideia. Emphasis will be on preparing for future conferences, so we will cover speaking and research skills, position paper writing, and resolution writing. If you are not yet a member of the Model UN club and would like to participate in this course, please see Joy Lewis-Méndez or Kathy Chavez. (1hr) JUSTICE AFTER WAR A4925 Gregory Mancini In this course, we will look at how societies rebuilding after a major conflict decide what to do with individuals who have been involved in serious violence.

We will look at several case studies, beginning with the trials of Nazis in Germany after World War II. With the U.S. directing the process, several high-ranking Germans were handed death sentences. But these decisions were inconsistent. Many Germans who had committed horrendous acts were granted leniency because they were “just taking orders.” In many cases, ex-Nazi officials were spared because the Allies needed them to direct Germany’s Post-War Reconstruction.

We will then focus on post-Apartheid South Africa, which used a different model. South Africans established what political scientists call a Truth and Reconciliation Committee. Those who had committed violent acts were excused from punishment so that society could know the full truth of certain events and move forward with reconciliation.

We will consider these questions: who bears responsibility for widespread violence during war? How should we consider society’s need to rebuild in handing down punishments? Finally, which is more important: justice or truth? Assessment will include a journal, quizzes, and a project in which students recommend a course of action for a country currently dealing with this issue. (1 hr.)

DR. WHO A4989 Jack Bross/Maddie Wolf "Doctor Who" first aired in 1963, in the same era as the first James Bond movies. But The Doctor was always a different sort of hero. As Stephen Moffat has said, "When they made this particular hero, they didn't give him a gun, they gave him a screwdriver to fix things. They didn't give him a tank or a warship or an X-wing, they gave him a call box from which you can call for help. And they didn't give him a superpower or a heat-ray, they gave him an extra heart. And that's extraordinary". In this class, we will look at why The Doctor has endured as a hero, and the ways he has changed (very literally) during the show's fifty-year history. We'll pay particular attention to the role of his human companions throughout the series. While they initially served the obvious dramatic function of being somebody for the audience to identify with ("What would it be like to travel the universe having adventures with a mysterious alien?"), but have increasingly become necessary to The Doctor, and heroic in their own right. We will be watching episodes from various points in the show's history and reading essays about the show. Students will be expected to participate in class discussion and provide written responses to daily discussion questions.

There will be a short paper assigned as well. (1 hr.)

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HUMAN RIGHTS A8370 Jen Leon Three C’s required: Commitment, Compassion, and Creativity!This course is for any student wishing to learn more about human rights struggles and how to join the fight against injustices. Students with no previous experience will develop an introductory knowledge of contemporary human rights issues while students with experience will deepen this knowledge and take on leadership in the class. Largely the students, according to interest will determine specific topics of study. Students will research a topic of interest and carry out a related action project. (1 hr.)

MENTAL GAME FOR ATHLETES A9804 Gregory Mancini/Miranda Knowles What does it mean to be a great athlete? And how do we reach the highest levels in our own sports?

Ask any top athlete about excelling in sports and you'll hear the same thing: it’s more about a team than an individual, more about months than a minute, and, most importantly, more about mental toughness than physical talent.

In this class we will look at the mindsets that great athletes, coaches, and competitors have developed. We will look at case studies to see just how effective developing these mindsets can be and at how emerging research in psychology, education, and neuroscience support them.

Above all, this course will use a different approach to learning. We will look at readings -- in this case by sports figures, historians, and psychologists. We will also focus especially on understanding AND performing practices that competitors have developed—to respond strongly to setbacks; to communicate more effectively with teammates; to discover the best ways to lead on a team; and to maintain that supreme in-game focus that researchers call an athlete's "flow," among other things. Coursework will include readings, a journal, analyzing students’ own game film, a project at the end of the class, and an enthusiasm for engaging in activities—including playing—designed to make us better performers. (2 hrs.)

SPACE RACE A4916 Juan Jewell On 25 May 1961, President John F. Kennedy called on Congress to make the necessary commitment to land an American on the moon by the end of that decade. Kennedy’s decision marked the announcement of a race that the United States and the Soviet Union had begun running in the 50’s, the impact of which is still being felt in our everyday lives. Every time I use a GPS or look at a satellite image of a weather system, I reflect on the fact that the technology to make something that seems so routine today did not exist when I was born.

In this course, students will learn about the race into space between the United States and the Soviet Union.

Historian Walter A. McDougall has noted that "From today’s vantage point the Space Age may well be defined as an era of hubris. Not only did it become obvious in the 1960s and 1970s that “planned invention of the future” through federal mobilization of technology and brainpower was failing everywhere from Vietnam to our inner cities, but that it even failed in the arena for which it had seemed ideally suited: space technology". This race can be seen both as the product of some of the noblest human aspirations and as the product of militarism and of the fear it engenders. From an examination of the world of the Space Age, students will gain insight not only into the world of the 50’s and 60’s, but also into the world of today.

Expect reading, a short quiz or two, and a longer essay evaluating the costs and benefits of space exploration and consider where we might go in the future. (1 hr.)

ENTREPRENEURIALISM A9603 Todd Zeldin Over the past decade large, more established companies have experienced flat or declining job growth, while start-ups and small businesses have witnessed explosive growth. In fact, the majority of job growth in this country comes from small businesses with fewer than 50 employees. Entrepreneurialism is alive and well in both small and large companies, and business students across the globe are providing the idea creation needed to fuel future revenue growth and profitability. This course is designed to teach high school students how to take a business idea, create a business plan, and present the plan to potential investors. The course “final exam” involves students presenting their plan to a team of expert panelists who have experience investing in startup ventures. The format will be similar to a “Shark Tank” presentation with prizes at the end of the term. (1hr.)

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SCIENCE SHORT TERM A 2014 SCIENCE ACADEMIC COURSES REQUIRED COURSES: AP BIOLOGY A5080 Miranda Knowles This is a continuation of the Long Term course. (One hour in Short Term A is required of students in Long Term AP Biology). (1 hr.)

AP PHYSICS C A5251 Martin Aguilera This is a continuation of the Long Term course. (One hour in Short Term A is required of students in Long Term AP Physics). (1 hr.)

AP PHYSICS 1 A5252 Martin Aguilera This is a continuation of the Long Term course. (One hour in Short Term A is required of students in Long Term AP Physics). (1 hr.)

HUMANS AND THE ENVIRONMENT A5324 Brian Smith This is a continuation of the Long Term course. (One hour in Short Term A is required of all students in the LT course Humans and the Environment). (1 hr.)

AP CHEMISTRY LABORATORY A5180 Jo Morton This 2 hour course is a continuation of the long term AP Chemistry class. This is a required course for all AP Chemistry students. (2 hrs.)

ELECTIVE COURSES: ARDUINO A5931 Martin Aguilera As technology advances, we begin interacting with common objects in new and surprising ways. 10 years ago you pulled a lever to cast a vote in the presidential election, but now you just hit a button on a screen.

How do these new technologies work? It's simple: microcontrollers. With a microcontroller platform known as Arduino, you will learn how to build a device to log temperature and humidity, how to build a knob that turns up the volume, how your iPhone rotates when you turn it 90 degrees, how your DVD player says "good-bye" when you turn it off, and how just about every gadget, computer, and electronic device around you operates. You'll have an arsenal of LEDs, LCDs, accelerometers, potentiometers, buttons, switches, rotary encoders, and other electronic components at your disposal. And if you don't know what any of those are, that's fine too (you'll learn!). The best part? It's easy to start, and the applications are limitless. Open to anyone - you don't have to be a tech-guru, but basic computer skills will be helpful.

(2 hrs.)

SNOWLEDGE A5801 Magnus Edlund In this class we will explore what snow is, and how humans live and work in it. Learn to read snow and understand snow crystals. How can snow be your friend in extreme weather? Our discussions will include cultural adaptations above the Arctic Circle, survival during early explorations, avalanches and safety for modern-day mountaineers and skiers. Additionally, we will look at the importance of snow in northern ecosystems and the ecological effects of global warming trends. This year, I also hope to make snow on campus, weather permitting. (2 hrs.)

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ELEMENTARY SCIENCE TEACHING A5550 Rick Goldstein You will work in pairs of high school students, coordinate with elementary teachers, learn the needed science topics with your team, plan and teach the lessons, and get feedback from the other members of the class. There are no tests or papers, but a lot of preparation is required for the classes you teach and a daily journal is also required. This is an academic 2-hour class offered in A term only. Sign up is by invitation only. If you are interested, you must get permission from Rick BEFORE doing the course sign up.

Small enrollment. High standards. Little kids. Huge rewards. (2 hrs.)

GEOLOGY A5357 Brian Smith Interested in rocks, fossils, and getting your hands dirty? In this class we will learn the tools to identify rocks and fossils, explore our surroundings outside, and create personal rock collections. Evaluation will be based on a lab practical and identification in the field. (2 hrs.)

SCIENCE TEACHING INTERNS A5630 Jo Morton/Anjeli Mase In this class we will imagine, organize, prepare, and test unique science lessons and experiments for kids at Whitefoord Elementary and Coan Middle School. We’ll think of things about the universe that interest us and survey younger students for ideas before finding ways to demonstrate and explain them in an accessible way. We’ll try to challenge ourselves by taking on subjects that have more complex principals than the kids are used to seeing. Some examples of past lessons include “Why is the Sky Blue?”, “Why is Soda Fizzy?”, “How do Planes Fly?” and “Intro to Evolution”. The entire course is pretty much about discussing, throwing around ideas, and actively testing experiments, so participation is important. Students who take this class will also be encouraged to participate in at least one lesson presentation at one of the schools. This class will count for an academic credit, and time spent at Whitefoord or Coan will count for internship hours. Contact Anjeli Mase or Jo Morton for more information. (1 hr.)

THE BRAIN AND WHAT WE ARE A5591 Katy Martin An exciting advanced course in neuroscience open to past and current AP Students as well as Bio 2H students. The topics will include the anatomy and physiology of the nervous system, perception, emotions, drugs, and neurodegenerative diseases. The course will be taught by researchers, doctors and surgeons from Emory University in coordination with Katy Martin. (2 hr.)

COMPETITION ROBOTICS A5920 Larry Hampton In this course, students will design, build, and program robots to compete in the VEX Robotics competition. It is open to students who are currently on the Paideia Robotics Team or have already taken Martin Aguilera's Robotics course. We will learn more advanced techniques in the design of robot mechanisms and autonomous programming. We'll use those techniques to build robots to compete against each other and against other schools in the region and -- we hope -- the World Championships. If you are not involved on the robotics team, but would like to take the class, please see Larry. (2 hrs.)

THE DUPONT CHALLENGE A5620 Larry Hampton Do you have ideas on how you can change the world? As the world population continues to grow and becomes more connected than ever, The DuPont Challenge asks students to consider our most important challenges by researching and writing a 700-1,000-word science essay in one of the four categories: Together, we can~feed~the~world.

Together, we can build a secure~energy~future.

Together, we can~protect~people and the environment.

Together, we can be~innovative~anywhere.

This course will combine your passion for science, your talents for writing, and your curiosity to determine what impact the latest scientific ideas and developments may hold for our future. Your essay, when complete, will be submitted to The DuPont Challenge, North America's premier science essay competition.

This competition is open to middle and high school students. (1 hr.)

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SCIENCE OLYMPIAD A5712 Rick Goldstein You will prepare for one or more of the 23 different science related events, including building events (like bridges, towers, robots, and helicopters) and/or collection events (like fossils, geology, birds, and astronomy) and/or applied lab knowledge (like biology lab, chem. lab, physics lab, forensics science, and environmental science). This is a one hour class open to any grade and there are no tests, or no papers, or weekly quizzes. You will need to either create a notebook of material for the event or complete a build during the month class. You will be working on your own much of the time with some guidance. You are expected to compete in one of the tournaments in January, February or March, so the more you prepare, the better you will do representing Paideia. It's science, it’s creative, it's fun -- It's Science Olympiad. (1 hr. or 2 hrs.)

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FINE ARTS, MUSIC AND DRAMA Short Term A 2014 TERM A - FINE ARTS DIGITAL LAYERS: Photoshop and Other Digital Editing Software A6415 John Wrede The main power of Photoshop and other programs is the ability to edit your project without destroying the original. This is done with layers. We will explore the power of layers focusing on Photoshop, but also exploring of other programs. We will use desktop, laptop and iPad computers. The class is structured as an open environment to experiment with these tools. No previous experience is necessary, but all skill levels will find something new and interesting (1hr.)

PHOTOGRAPHY: THE CAMERA ALTERNATIVE A6354 Holly White This class introduces alternative ways to picture making in connection to the modern day camera. Students will learn how to shoot and process black and white film, creative darkroom techniques, and the use of various film cameras including the medium format Holga camera. The Holga is famous for its light leaks, soft images and vignetting, creating the cameras unique aesthetic. In addition, students will learn how to shoot color film, judge color and work digitally to enhance photos. This class is open to both beginner and advanced students. Class is limited to 10 students. (2 hrs.)

ADVANCED PHOTOGRAPHY: STUDIO LIGHTING A6352 Holly White This class introduces students to the fundamentals of studio lighting and its use for portraiture, still-life, and design photography. Through in class photo shoots, and demonstrations, students will design their own sets using lighting equipment and accessories. This includes a range of light sources, including studio strobe, portable strobe, and daylight. Students learn to consider the direction of light, proper exposure, and the effect on contrast and color balance. Class size is limited to 10 students. Open to students who are currently enrolled in a photo class, or have taking one previously. (2 hrs.)

CLOTHING DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION A9602 Henry Leonard This course is designed as an opportunity for those who are seeking to expand their imagination in fashion and develop skills in designing and construction of clothing. Instructions in the use of the sewing machine and the use of commercial patterns will be emphasized. Student can use a wide range of materials such as paper, trash bags, tape, reconstructed clothes and other materials in creating a garment. The goal of this course is to help students in creating wearable garments for the annual Green Fashion Show hosted by Club Moda scheduled for early Spring. (1 hr.)

PLAYING WITH FIRE - Raku Firing and other Alternative Processes in Clay A6105 Dianne Bush Raku is a fast-firing technique, which brings clay, heat, and smoke together in serendipitous ways, making discovery as significant as invention. We will spend the first week of class creating pottery to be fired it in an outdoor kiln. As the kiln heats, the glazes come to a boil, then flatten as they become molten. At around 1800°, the kiln is opened and the glowing pots are removed and transferred to a container filled with combustible materials. In this transition, the pots are subjected to extreme thermal shock, which creates the characteristic crackle of the glazes. When the hot pots ignite the flammable material, a lid is quickly put on the container, which shuts off the source of oxygen. This process “reduces” the pots in an oxygen-starved atmosphere that is rich in carbon. Any crackle or unglazed portions of the pot turn varying shades of gray or black, and the rich colors of the glazes are developed.

This class will introduce other alternative processes as time permits to add excitement to your ceramic work and may include guest speakers or a field trip. Great for all levels of experience! Class size is limited to 12 students. (2 hrs.)

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JEWELRY AND SMALL METALS FOR PATIENT STUDENTS A6570 Madeleine Soloway Students will learn to create jewelry and/or small metal sculptures using a variety of techniques, including forming, soldering, riveting, etching, casting and basic stone setting. This class will also emphasize strong design skills. Class size is limited to 12 students. This class is not appropriate for impatient students who expect instant jewelry and who frustrate easily. (2 hrs.)

THE CLAY CANVAS: An Exploration of Image Transfer on Clay A6115 Dianne Bush This short-term class will provide an introduction to various image transfer techniques for clay. Students will create several ceramic pieces such as plates, platters, or vases and use the clay surface as a canvas for their own narrative exploration. Layering of printed imagery, text, and color will allow students to develop imagery that is personally meaningful. Students will attain an understanding of the tools, materials, and techniques for monoprinting, screening, stenciling, embossing and relief printing onto clay slabs and forms.

Students will be able to make their own printing tools to create images with screens, relief blocks, and stencils. (1 hr.)

TERM A - MUSIC

MUSICAL A6930-Leads, A6950-Cast Scott Morris/Kate Murray/Dee Wagner Rehearsals will be during late morning and early afternoon, as well as every weekend in Short Term A. This is an auditioned class opened to singers, dancers, and actors. (Leads 4 hrs./ Cast 3 hrs.)

TECH CREW MUSICAL A6970 Kate Murray This class will take care of all the technical work for the Musical. It will meet primarily for the last two hours of the school day, but some afterschool and weekend work will be required. (2 hrs.)

ORCHESTRA FOR THE MUSICAL A6951 Georgia Ekonomou Students in this class will rehearse to provide the musical accompaniment to this year’s performance.

Permission of the instructor is required. (2 hrs.)

WOODWIND QUINTET A6925 Jessica Sherwood A chamber music class to explore woodwind quintet repertoire from the Classical, Romantic, and Contemporary style periods. Open to five students by instructor approval. Instrumentation is one of each of the following instruments: flute, oboe, clarinet, F horn, and bass clarinet. (1 hr.)

INTRODUCTION TO IRISH MUSIC A6915 Jessica Sherwood/David Long This class will be taught in the traditional Irish music method of learning tunes by ear. We will work on a few different types of Irish tunes, including jigs, reels, hornpipes, and slow airs. This class is open to any instrument, or students can purchase an inexpensive tin whistle in D (let Jessica know if you would like to purchase one through her--they usually cost between $10-15). Most Irish tunes are in the keys of Concert D Major and G Major, so please practice those scales before the class begins in January to make it easier to pick up the tunes. Learning traditional Irish music is a great way to improve your ear, and is a lot of fun to play! (1 hr.)

INTRODUCTION TO MUSIC THEORY A6916 John Abert Music Theory sometimes referred to as "the science of music", is a detailed study of music notation and the rhythmic, melodic, and harmonic practices that have predominated music from Bach to rock. Students will lean the basic principles of "common practice" music writing as well as enhancing their analytical listening skills through ear-training and sight-singing exercises. Extensive previous musical experience is a prerequisite for this course, preferably including several years of performance on a wind or string instrument or voice. Instructor approval is required. (1 hr.)

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BEGINNING WEST AFRICAN DRUMMING A6840 Chuck Cogliandro Participants will learn the elements of West African Drum Music, including playing technique, ensemble playing, songs, and essential background information on the people, history and culture from which the music and instruments come. The focus will be on the music of the djembe orchestra, which comes from the Maninka ethnic group who live in the extended regions of the old Mali empire in West Africa- what is now mainly Guinea and Mali, but also includes parts of Senegal, Gambia, Ivory Coast and Burkina Faso.

Students will learn the importance of playing one part while hearing how it fits into a larger orchestrated piece being played by others- an essential principle for living peacefully in community. (1 hr.)

TERM A - DRAMA SHORT TERM PLAY A6787 Jesse Evans This class will involve putting on a play during this Short Term. The play goes up one week after Short Term ends. You will be required to meet after school on certain days. You need to audition for this class, and that will happen in November. The play will be a comedy. If you are interested in taking the class as a set designer, tech crew, etc. you can do that as well. (3 hrs.)

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PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND HEALTH *All students need to complete 2 credits of PE. These credits can come from: Pi League, JV and Varsity Sports, short-term classes, and outside activity approved by Juan Jewell or Marty Hays. Each Short Term class counts as: .5 credits for a one-hour course, 1.0 for a two hour course.

SHORT TERM A 2014 FITNESS AND CONDITIONING A7205 Ivan Asteghene This course will take advantage of our new fitness facility to introduce students to basic training techniques and enable them to identify major and secondary muscle groups. Students will gain an understanding of different training strategies/techniques and be able to set up an individual training program. Students will learn and use spotting techniques and other safety procedures used in the Fitness Center and in any other physical fitness settings. We will work with Martin Aguilera’s 3D Modeling/Animation class in order to mimic the movements and the muscle groups used on the machines and create an animated modeled quiz to use for other classes in the future. (1 hr.)

SHUFFLIN’, HITCHIN’ AND TWIRLIN’: Country Line Dancing and Two-Stepping A7600 Jen Leon/Eddy Hernandez So you think you can dance? Even if you don’t, you can still learn to look good on the dance floor with the dances you’ll do in this course. You’ll learn basic two-step and turns as well as super fun, choreographed line dances. You’ll even get a chance to choreograph one of your own!!! No previous experience necessary. Yee-haw! (1 hr.)

WEIGHT TRAINING A7030 Paul Meiere This beginning weight-training course will teach basic principles of physical development as it pertains to weights. This course will address the individual needs of each student and his and her body. Grading will be based on each student’s progress and effort during the class over the course of the term. Regular attendance and class participation is required and crucial. Preference is given to students not taking Fitness in the long terms. (1 hr.)

WOMEN AND WELLNESS A8350 Nisha Simama In this course, we will look at literature that speaks to what it means to be female. We will explore topics including the female body and its make-up, wellness to include exercise, care of the body and how to maintain a healthy self. We will discuss external influences and how they affect the decisions women make. This course is designed for 9th through 12th graders. (Open to girls only). (2 hrs.)

YOGA A7640 Marci Wieland In this class, which is designed for yoga practitioners of all levels, we will integrate breath, movement, tension and relaxation in a series of postures in order to build strength. Besides integrating a healthy body, these yoga postures demand our attention by focusing on our breath and alignment. Keeping the rhythm and the flow of the practice as steady as possible while respecting our limitations, we will progress sequentially from easier to more challenging poses. Over the course of the term, students will experience marked improvements in strength, balance, and flexibility of body and mind.

Students will be required to keep a journal to note observations of their daily workout and to come to each class in loose, comfortable clothing, ready to practice yoga for the full class period. (2 hrs.)

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INTERDISCIPLINARY NON-ACADEMIC SHORT TERM A 2014 CONTRACT BRIDGE A9851 Joanna Gibson/Ansley Yeomans Learn to play the best card game ever! Study bidding and playing strategies, conventions and tricks of the trade. Bridge is something you will play your whole life. This course is for beginners; no experience of any type is required. (2 hrs.)

DUNGEONS AND DRAGONS A9861 Jack Bross With the release of a new edition of the classic role playing game Dungeons and Dragons, we will be trying out the new rules system. We will also likely be looking at other rather different role playing games such as the Firefly RPG. There will be RPG-related board and card games as well, such as Munchkin and Lords of Waterdeep. Students interested in being a GM for this course should let the teacher know in advance. (2 hrs.)

EXPLORING OUR NATIONAL PARKS A8530 Mark Alexander Did you know that there are more national parks than there are states in this country? Have you personally visited any of them? In this course you will get an overview of our national park system, including: the history behind the concept, the diversity of landscapes and wildlife protected in the parks, recreational opportunities available, and some of the current issues and controversies surrounding these national treasures. We will view excerpts of the Ken Burns PBS documentary, hear from guest speakers, enjoy magnificent photography, and actually visit one unit of the national park system here in metro Atlanta. You will also research and plan a trip to a park of your choice. Come discover for yourself why the national parks have been called “America’s Best Idea”. (1 hr.)

SABERMETRICS: THE SCIENCE OF BASEBALL A9803 Juan Jewell What team is most likely to show significant improvement next year? Which players on this year's ballot are most worthy of inclusion in the Hall of Fame? Does it make sense to designate one pitcher as a “closer”? Can a young player be evaluated on the basis of his performance in the minor leagues? Is there such a thing as a “clutch hitter”? Does it make sense to play three infielders on the right side of second base against certain hitters? This course, which will draw heavily on the work of Bill James and other baseball researchers, will consider how one might use the available statistical evidence to answer these and other questions. Students will assemble the data that might shed light on some of these questions and may design studies of their own. The work of Bill James in baseball has spawned an explosion in analytics in other sports, such as basketball, football, and soccer, and, time permitting, we may examine some of the insights produced by that work as well. (1 hr.)

UNDERSTANDING YOUR DOG A9400 John Abert From its ancestral roots as a wolf, canis lupus familiaris has become the most varied mammal species on Earth . . . and one of the most misunderstood. Our “best friends” are cherished because they are so much like us, but they are also so different. This course will dispel some myths, help you understand how your dog thinks, and enhance your relationship with your canine companion. John has over thirty years of experience training his dogs and teaching people to train theirs. (1 hr.)

Required text: "Dog Sense" by John Bradshaw SEINFELD A9863 Kathy Chavez Seinfeld has been called everything from "sophomoric talk radio" to "the defining sitcom of our age" In this course we will explore how Seinfeld defined the nineties and its culture. We will watch 12 episodes and discuss the themes, and try to place them in their historical and cultural context. We will also read critical perspectives of each episode. The required text for the show is: Seinfeld, Master of Its Domain:

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Revisiting Television's Greatest Sitcom (Lavery/Dunne). Students will be expected to post daily response to each episode and class discussion and write a final paper examining the historical context of the show. (1 hr.)

WOODWORKING A9835 Magnus Edlund Would you like to work with your hands? In this class we will explore basic wood working skills with drafting, measurement and hand-tools, involved in building smaller structures. We will discuss tool choices and lumber quality. This year’s project will be a full class project building a barn. Bring your own hand wood saw and hammer for this two-hour class. We will always be outside, “Rain or Shine”. (2 hrs.)

YEARBOOK A9750 - Staff, A9761 - Editor Janet Sowers Yearbook staff would appreciate having your energy, enthusiasm and help so they can make their final deadlines and get the yearbooks delivered on time. Short Term A is a very busy time for them, and all their focus will be aimed at and working toward meeting those last three deadlines: end of January, midFebruary and early March. Pages will need to be finished and photos will need to be taken. You will learn how to take good candids and how we decide which ones to use for each event. Pages will need to be finished, from sports to senior superlatives, so there will be plenty of opportunities to learn the basics of good page layout and eDesign. An interest in art and design is helpful, especially if there are theme pages that remain unfinished. There will be two mandatory workdays for short term staff; we schedule them on Friday afternoons and weekends. If you are interested in learning how a 340 page book gets made, or simply want to help Paideia’s yearbook staff cross the finish line, join them in January; they will be most appreciative! (1 hr. or 2 hrs.)

TECHNOLOGY ASSISTANT A9930 Tami Oliver A large part of the success of the computer program at Paideia has been the willingness of students to take an interest in the operation of the computer labs and the school-wide network. Responsibilities include assisting people in finding software or other materials, helping newcomers use the computers, answering questions, maintaining and installing equipment. The assistant may use free time to work on his/her own assignment from other classes. (*Permission of instructor required.) (1 hr.)

URBAN AGRICULTURE INTERNSHIP A9998 Tania Herbert Depending on the time of year, topics covered include: building soil fertility, composting, growing in Georgia, harvesting, managing a flock of chicken, aquaponics and food justice. Interns will work on projects at our school’s farms and gardens, as well as outreach projects in under-served communities around town. We will also visit and work at other innovative urban farms and get to know the farmers.

Inside, interns will get time in the kitchen learning how to use seasonal ingredients to create simple and delicious dishes. If time permits, we will also learn basic food preservation techniques, including a class on ‘How NOT to die from Botulism’.

Anyone interested in Urban Agriculture can apply but students who have participated in the year-long Urban Ag internship program will be given priority for the short term internships. For more information, please contact Tania Herbert at: herbert.tania@paideiaschool.org. (2hrs.)

INTERNSHIP A9999 Quinton Walker The internship is a graduation requirement; students must complete 60 hours of service. Criteria for a valid placement are: local, with a non-profit agency, and a minimum of 30 hours per agency (with the exception that only 20 hours of credit will be awarded for on-campus service). Internships are set up by the student with the help of the Director of High School Programs, Quinton Walker, who must approve all proposals for internship credit. Proposals must be submitted prior to the start of service. Students are encouraged to do 1 internship their 9th or 10th grade year and a second one in their 11th or 12th grade year. During the internship, students keep a journal of their experiences and communicate regularly with Quinton, either in conference or seminar, depending on the term. The process of setting up an internship is part of the experience; students, rather than parents, should handle essential communication and coordinate details through Quinton. Students may explore completing internships after school, on weekends, in the summer, or during the short terms. No more than one class hour for a semester or eighty short-term class hours may be used for internships. Students who plan to do an internship on school time must follow the regular

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procedures for scheduling courses. Please visit the Paideia website for details regarding the internship process, a searchable database of potential community partner agencies, and time-sensitive volunteer opportunities. (* Quinton’s signature is required before an internship can go on a schedule. The signup form can be handed in before the specific internship is established, but it is important to nail down details as soon as possible.) (2 hrs.)

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