Irondale High School Course Registration Guide, 2024-25

2024 - 2025 Course Registra on Guide

Vichai Saefong - Principal

WELCOME TO IRONDALE HIGH SCHOOL Gree ngs, Irondale Students and Families, At Irondale High School, our commitment is to provide each student with academically rigorous courses and explore pathways that prepare them for post-secondary success. As you begin planning your course selec ons for the upcoming school year, we kindly ask that you thoroughly review this registra on guide, with a par cular focus on: • • • • •

Gradua on Requirements Post-secondary plans, college admission requirements 4-year plan worksheet Course descrip on Dual Credit opportuni es

In this guide, students will have the exci ng opportunity to choose from a diverse array of courses, ranging from Advanced Placement and Honors classes to career-focused op ons like those offered through ARCC (Anoka-Ramsey Community College).

At Irondale, we are commi ed to offering courses that provide dual credit, which earns students credit at both high school and college. Our AP program, ARCC partnership, and ar culated credit op ons provide cost savings to parents and families a er gradua on. Students interested in pursuing these courses should look carefully through the guide and partner with their assigned Dean of Students to ensure that expecta ons are clear and support is provided.

We embrace the boundless poten al within each and every one of our students. We invite students and families to partner with us to ensure that each of our students are prepared to pursue all of their post-secondary aspira ons. It is our belief that our community is the source of our collec ve strength, and I look forward to seeing the growth and contribu ons of every individual within our community. Together, we can watch each member of our community flourish and make a posi ve impact.

Be er Together, Vichai Saefong Irondale High School Principal vichai.saefong@MVPschools.org Office: 651-621-6803 IRON sharpens IRON

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DEANS & STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES TEAM

Jon Thomson Last Name A-Ce 651.621.6829

Renee Markas Last Name Ch-Ga 651.621.6814

Carrie Cooley Last Name Ge-J 651.621.6828

jonathan.thomson@moundsviewschools.org

renee.markas@moundsviewschools.org

carrie.cooley@moundsviewschools.org

Jeoffrey Reed Last Name K-Me 651.621.6830

Heather Hertel Last Name Mi-Pen 651.621.6835

Jaclyn Larson Last Name Per-St 651.621.6833

jeoffrey.reed@moundsviewschools.org

heather.hertel@moundsviewschools.org

jaclyn.larson@moundsviewschools.org

Mary Ellen Baisley Last Name Su-Z 651.621.6831

Jeff Martenson Support Services 651.621.6832

Amanda Heywood Support Services 651.621.6819

maryellen.baisley@moundsviewschools.org

jeffrey.martenson@moundsviewschools.org

amanda.heywood@moundsviewschools.org

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TABLE OF CONTENTS Registra on Timeline .......................................................................................................................................................4 General Informa on .................................................................................................................................................... 5-6 Registra on Tips Schedule Changes Dropping a Course Terms Used in this Guide Symbols used in this guide Hybrid Course Informa on Online Course Informa on Course and Credit Requirements for Gradua on ............................................................................................................7 Credit Checklist Requirement to par cipate in the gradua on ceremony Fine Art courses that meet requirement Other Op ons and Requirements ....................................................................................................................................8 Alterna ve Op ons NCAA Eligibile Courses .....................................................................................................................................................9 Career & College Center..................................................................................................................................................10 Early College Access at Irondale ........................................................................................................................... ...11-13 AA degree planner ..................................................................................................................................... ...14-15 Northeast Metro 916..................................................................................................................................... 16-19 Course Informa on and Descrip ons ...................................................................................................................... 20-61 Art.................................................................................................................................................................. 21-22 Business & Marke ng .................................................................................................................................... 23-26 Career & Technical Educa on ........................................................................................................................ 27-29 Spring Lake Park Opportuni es in Emergency Care (OEC)............................................................................. 30-31 English Language Arts.................................................................................................................................... 32-35 Family & Consumer Science ................................................................................................................................36 Mathema cs.................................................................................................................................................. 37-40 Music ............................................................................................................................................................. 41-42 Physical Educa on & Health .......................................................................................................................... 43-44 Science........................................................................................................................................................... 45-48 Social Studies ................................................................................................................................................. 49-53 Special Educa on........................................................................................................................................... 54-56 World Languages ........................................................................................................................................... 57-60 Other Elec ve Op ons ...................................................................................................................................................61 English Language Learners Peer Tutor Office Assistants Spring Lake Park other elec ve op ons Hybrid & Online Course Offerings ..................................................................................................................................62 Athle cs / Ac vi es .......................................................................................................................................................63

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REGISTRATION TIMELINE Refer to the high school website, www.moundsviewschools.org/irondale for specific dates and mes.

At the start of the calendar year, the registra on process for the next school year (2024-2025) begins for students.

Current 8th Grade Students January During the month of January, high school deans present registra on informa on to middle school students. Students may meet individually with their Middle School dean to discuss registra on op ons. *Informa on nights are held for 8th grade students, parents and non-public school families to learn more about Mounds View Public Schools in December or January.

February Online registra on through StudentVUE takes place during the first two weeks in February. Students/families will complete the online registra on at their middle school. Please contact your middle school dean with ques ons.

May Students are no fied if they need to make alterna ve choices for canceled classes. Class cancella ons are made based on registra on requests and can be reviewed at Four Year Planning Mee ngs in the summer.

Current 9th, 10th, and 11th Grade Students Mid-January Teachers start to discuss course op ons for the next year and answer student ques ons. Deans will visit classrooms to present registra on informa on and to answer any specific ques ons.

Early February Students register online for courses in their English Language Arts class. Registra on is through StudentVUE. Students who do not have a English Language Arts class in the building should schedule a mee ng with their Dean in early February to complete their registra on.

Mid-February The registra on window closes. All course registra ons are final at this me. If there are any ques ons about the registra on process, contact the Dean.

April to May Deans and students resolve any scheduling conflicts.

All Students August All families should look for back-to-school informa on. Parent/Guardians should complete the Online Verifica on through ParentVUE. This is an opportunity to update contact informa on and health data for the upcoming school year.

In late August, Irondale will host “Welcome Back Knight” for students and families to prepare for the new school year. Tenta ve schedules will be previewed at this me.

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GENERAL INFORMATION In the spirit of school to home partnership, and in keeping with the understanding that parents/guardians know their children best, Families are encouraged to consider things such as student interest, social/co-curricular commitments, and balance when registering for classes. Parents/guardians are welcome to ask ques ons, review resources and aid their children in the selec on of courses. Deans and teachers can also support students and families in course selec ons and alterna ve class materials if needed.

Registra on Course registra on generally takes place in February to prepare the master schedule and to assist administra on in fully u lizing faculty for the upcoming year.

Registra on Tips • • • • • • •

Registra on is final - make selec ons carefully!

Talk to current teachers/deans/parents/guardians for advice on choosing classes.

Remember Four-Year Plans and Early College goals when making class selec ons.

Students must register for 6 classes each semester and make 2 alterna ve choices which is required.

Yearlong classes at Irondale have an “A” and “B” in the course numbers.

Pay a en on to course sequencing (for example, Modern Mythology 1 before Modern Mythology 2) Consider when to complete the required elec ve courses: Physical Educa on, Health and Fine Arts.

Schedule Changes A er the Registra on Deadline Classes and staff alloca ons are based on registra on numbers, so it is very important that students register correctly and accurately. Class sizes can be lower if registra on is correctly completed as well. Students are strongly encouraged to communicate with teachers and deans before registra on to make sure all ques ons have been answered before making final course selec ons.AFTER the registra on window closes, no changes will be allowed. The following are the only excep ons: The student...

• has not met course sequence recommenda on.

• needs a course to meet gradua on requirements.

• had placement/scheduling errors and or conflicts.

• does not have 12 classes (6 credits) in their full year schedule.

Dropping a Course During the first seven (7) weeks, juniors and seniors may drop a class and request to be a Peer Tutor or Office Assistant if they are on track for gradua on. Drops made during the first three (3) weeks of a semester will not appear on transcripts. Drops made during weeks four through seven (4-7), will appear as “W” for “withdraw” grade on transcripts. Students receive a .5 credit with a grade of “P” or “NG” if they are a Peer Tutor or Office Assistant.

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GENERAL INFORMATION Terms used in this Guide Advanced Placement (AP): designated courses taught at the college level which prepare students for a qualifying exam offered (for a fee) through the College Board. Students who choose to take the exam and who demonstrate sufficient competence may be eligible for college credit.

Ar culated College Credit (ACC): college credit associated with courses that have an ar cula on agreement with the school district makes it possible for students (grade 10-12) to earn college credit. ACC courses are offered in the areas of Business Educa on, Family & Consumer Science and College & Technical Educa on.

Concurrent Dual Enrollment: taking a course simultaneously for both high school and college credit. For example, taking an ARCC or CIS course at Irondale High School in which student may receive credit at both the high school and college levels.

Credit: Successful comple on of one semester course mee ng for one hour per day for one-half the year =0.5 (half credit).

1.0 credit is granted for successful comple on of a course mee ng for one hour per day for the en re year.

Elec ve: A course that may be taken to earn credit toward gradua on; not a required class, core subject.

Hybrid: a combina on of on-line learning and face-to-face interac on with a teacher and peers.

(MV): course is offered at Moundsview High School Course Sequence: a requirement or condi ons that must be met before a student may enroll in a class.

This symbol indicates ar culated or regular College Credit (ACC) associated with this class. Go to www.CTECreditMN.com to view a list of MN Technical and Community Colleges awarding Ar culate College Credit for this course.

This symbol indicates that a course is also offered online

Hybrid Course Informa on Hybrid courses are available at both Irondale and Mounds View High Schools and are noted in the course descrip on. For a full list see page 62. In a hybrid course, 60% to 80% of the course is delivered online through web-based programs such as Moodle, Google Sites and other tools and 20% to 40% is through face-to-face instruc on in a seminar. Seminars for hybrid classes will most o en meet one to two mes per week. Some seminars meet before school starts (zero hour), some a er school (7th hour), and some are part of a student’s daily schedule. Students may take a hybrid course with a seminar held at either Mounds View High School or Irondale High School; however, students must provide their own transporta on if the course meets outside the school day.

Online Course Informa on En re class is online with no face-to-face interac on with a teacher or peers. *Students who take an online course and plan to stay at Irondale during that class hour are expected to report to the designated learning space every day.

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GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS IRONDALE GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS CREDIT CHECKLIST Following are graduation minimum requirements. Grade level indicated next to class is a recommendation, not the required grade level. See the Registration Guide for further details.

Required Credits:

Completed Each Box = (.5 semester credit)

English (4.0 credits) English 9 (1.0 credit) English 10 (1.0 credit) Grade 11 (1.0 credit) Grade 12 (1.0 credit)

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Social Studies (3.5 credits) Grade 9: Econ or AP Macro (0.5 credit) AND Human Geo or AP Human Geo (0.5 credit) Grade 10: U.S. History, African American History or AP U.S. History (1.0 credit) Grade 11: World History(Pac/AtMed) or AP World History (1.0 credit) Grade 12: Government or AP Gov’t (0.5 credit)

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Math (3.0 credits) (follow Math Sequence Pathway in course guide) Intermediate Algebra (1.0 credit) Geometry (1.0 credit) Advanced Algebra (1.0 credit)

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Science (3.0 credits) Physical Science 9 (1.0 credit) Biology (1.0 credit) Chemistry or Physics (1.0 credit)

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Health (0.5 credit) Physical Education (0.5 credit) Fine Arts (1.0 credit) Electives (6.5 credits)*

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Minimum Credit Requirements English Social Studies Mathema cs Science Physical Educa on/Fitness for Life Health Fine Arts Elec ves Minimum Total

4.0 3.5 3.0 3.0 .5 .5 1.0 6.5 22.0

Minimum Total: 22.0 credits

Requirement to Par cipate in the Gradua on Ceremony Any senior who is more than one credit short of mee ng gradua on requirements by the end of the regular school year will not be eligible to par cipate in gradua on exercises that June. Students who are short credits at the end of grades 9, 10 and 11 are expected to make up the deficiency in summer or Credit Plus

Fine Arts Requirement 1.0 credit in the arts is required for gradua on. These courses will count toward fulfillment of this requirement:

Art 1 Cartooning & Anima on Digital Photography 1 Digital Photography 2 Senior Art AP Art & Design ARCC Introduc on to Art Symphonic Winds Pain ng Graphic Design

Po ery 1 Po ery 2 Sculpture Yearbook Editor Yearbook Publica on Varsity Band Concert Band Varsity Orchestra Concert Orchestra

Symphony Orchestra Knigh ngales Varsity Choir Honors Concert Choir ARCC Music Apprecia on ARCC Singing Fundamentals Drawing 916 Graphic Design 916 Cosmetology

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OTHER OPTIONS & REQUIREMENTS Alterna ve Op ons for Students to Meet Academic Requirements Important Students/parents and guardians who are interested in either of these op ons must consult with their dean and determine how the alterna ve op on will be incorporated into a plan for mee ng district gradua on requirements. All alterna ve op ons must be approved prior to beginning any work or beginning a tes ng process.

Credit for Learning Credit for Learning is an op on that high school students have for earning credit by a aining course learner outcomes through a pre-approved, out-of-school learning experience.

Course Waivers and Course Test Out/Assess Out Consistent with Minnesota Statute 120B.024, requests for course test out/assess out will be reviewed on an individual basis.

Determina ons regarding whether a course will be waived or credit will be granted is determined by the principal in consulta on with the student, dean and a teacher from the specified content area.

Credit Plus The Credit Plus program is designed to help students recover credits for failed classes that are required for gradua on.

Students will u lize Apex Learning online curriculum with the support of a licensed teacher. Credit Plus is offered both during the school day and a er school. Students, deans and guardians will determine which scheduling op on is best for each student.

Although coursework is online, students must a end classes and meet with the teacher to earn credit needed for gradua on.

NCAA Eligibility Students hoping to par cipate in Division I or II athle cs in college must plan carefully as they complete high school courses. A list of NCAA elgible courses are listed on page 9. Applica on for eligibility is made a er the junior year of high school.

ACT and SAT scores are also factored into final eligibility decisions. For complete details, see the NCAA Guide for the College-Bound Student-Athlete brochure available at www.NCAA.org.

For purposes of mee ng core curriculum requirements, a “core course” is defined by the NCAA as a recognized academic course designed to prepare a student for college level work as opposed to a voca onal or personal service course. Courses taught at a level below the high school’s regular academic instruc on level (ie. remedial, special educa on or compensatory) shall not be considered as “core courses” regardless of course content. Consult with a dean for a list of “core courses” that have been approved by the NCAA Ini al Eligibility Center.

Minnesota State Community and Technical Colleges Minnesota Two Year Community and Technical Colleges have an “Open Admissions Policy”. This means that if a student has a high school diploma or a GED, they can enroll. No standardized tests are required, nor are high school grades taken into considera on. It is recommended to take a well-rounded high school course load, similar to the High School Course Prepara on Requirements listed below, if the plan is to transfer to a four-year college later. Otherwise, select courses which provide a range of experiences in prepara on for a chosen career field.

Minnesota State Universi es State universi es generally will accept a student if they answer “yes” to at least one of these ques ons: Did student graduate in the top half of your high school class?

Did student score 21 or higher on the ACT standardized test?

Some universi es may have slightly different admission requirements.

If students do not meet the minimum admission requirement, they may be considered under special circumstances.

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NCAA ELIGIBLE COURSES English

Science

English 9 Accelerated English 9 English Language Arts 10 Accelerated English 10 English 11 English 12 ARCC College Wri ng and Cri cal Reading ARCC Short Stories AP Language and Composi on AP Literature and Composi on ARCC Short Stories CIS University Wri ng CIS Introduc on to Literature Reading and Wri ng about Film Modern Mythology Modern Mythology II Crea ve Wri ng (MV)

Earth Science Accelerated Earth Science Biology AP Biology ARCC College Biology Chemistry ARCC College Chemistry AP Chemistry Human Anatomy and Physiology Physics ARCC College Physics AP Physics AP Physics: Mechanics AP Physics: Electricity and Magne sm Gene cs and Microbiology Zoology ARCC College Environmental Science Astronomy

Social Studies Economics AP Macroeconomics Hybrid AP Microeconomics Human Geography AP Human Geography US History AP US History African American History World History - Atlan c Med. World History - Pacific Indian Ocean AP World History AP European History US Government and Poli cs AP Government and Poli cs AP Compara ve Gov & Poli cs Holocaust / Genocide Studies Psychology AP Psychology - fy and semester Hybrid AP Psychology Sociology ARCC College History of Immigra on

World Language American Sign Language 1 American Sign Language 2 American Sign Language 3 American Sign Language 4 ARCC College American Sign Language & Culture Chinese I Chinese II Chinese III Chinese IV French I French II French III French IV AP French Spanish I Spanish II Spanish III Spanish IV Spanish V AP Spanish Spanish for Heritage Speakers 1 Spanish for Heritage Speakers 2

Math Intermediate Algebra Geometry Advanced Algebra Advanced Algebra Plus ARCC College Algebra AP Precalculus AP Calculus 1 AP Calculus 2 Hybrid Mul variable Calculus/ Linear Algebra Computer Science Principles AP Computer Science AP Computer Science Principles AP Stats

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Career and College Center

What is the Career & College Center?

The Irondale High School Career & College Center is available for students that want assistance with planning their life a er high school. We have a wide variety of Career & College resources for you.

Stop by and visit Mr Rock and or Mr Werner and they will provide you with more informa on.

Fritz Rock

Michael Werner

Career & College Coordinator 651.621.6970

Post-Secondary Services 651.621.6834

fritz.rock@moundsviewschools.org

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michael.werner@moundsviewschools.org

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EARLY COLLEGE ACCESS AT IRONDALE

Irondale is commi ed to fostering and suppor ng the post-secondary plans of each student a er gradua ng with a high school diploma. Whether it is entering the workforce, enlis ng to serve in the military, pursuing trade school and or enrolling in college, Irondale con nues to create access and opportuni es for students through ongoing partnerships and community resources.

Irondale is proud to be part of the Mounds View Public Schools which is the first school district in the state to offer comprehensive early college high school programs allowing students the opportunity to earn a two-year associate degree for free - all while s ll enrolled in high school.

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Although many high schools around the na on offer concurrent college enrollment programs -- including Irondale High School and Mounds View High School -- those programs tradi onally serve most effec vely the highest-achieving students in the top third of their class. And through those programs, earning an associate degree by high school gradua on isn’t a given.

Mounds View Public Schools’ new Early College program targets Irondale and Mounds View students who are in the middle of their class (30th to 70th percen le). These students at mes have not received the preparaon necessary to succeed in post-secondary programs, and they o en may be the first in their family to a end college.

At the same me, the Early College program adds the courses necessary for students in Advanced Placement and College in the Schools programs to earn an associate degree College credit associated with this class

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EARLY COLLEGE ACCESS AT IRONDALE Advanced Placement (AP) This program of college level coursework includes rigorous requirements and more work than the typical college preparatory course and carries a weight factor of 1.25 on the weighted grading scale. In addi on, upon comple on of the curriculum, students are encouraged to take the na onal AP exam for the course(s) and may be able to earn college credit depending on their performance on the exam. Colleges then determine whether or not to grant college credit or placement in a more advanced course during freshman year. Courses are taught by trained AP teachers and classes are held at Irondale High School and Mounds View High School. Op ons include: English Language & Composi on English Literature & Composi on Biology Chemistry Physics C: Mechanics Physics C: Electricity & Magne sm US Government & Poli cs US History

Macroeconomics Compara ve Government & Poli cs Human Geography Microeconomics Psychology European History World History Calculus AB

Calculus BC Sta s cs French Spanish Computer Science Principles Computer Science A Art and Design

For more informa on on AP Courses, visit the College Board website: h ps://apstudent.collegeboard.org

Ar culated College Credit (ACC) College credit associated with courses that have an ar cula on agreement with our school district makes it possible for students (grade 9-12) to earn college credit. ACC courses are offered in the areas of Art, Business & Marke ng Educa on, Family & Consumer Science and Career & Technical Educa on. For more informa on on ACC courses, visit the CTE website: h p://ctecreditmn.com/. Course op ons include: Art: Digital Photography 1 Accoun ng Advanced Accoun ng Introduc on to Marke ng Advanced Marke ng Sports, Entertainment, & Hospitality

Marke ng Personal Finance ADvanced Personal Finance Photoshop for Publishing Web Page Design Child Psychology & Development Auto Technology I Auto Technology II

How to Make Almost Anything I How to Make Almost Anything II Introduc on to Engineering Design I Introduc on to Engineering Design II Small Engine & Power Sports Mechanics

Welding 101 Digital Electronics

College in the Schools (CIS) This program is in conjunc on with the University of Minnesota. Seniors who meet requirements may enroll and earn four semester credits at the U of M, while mee ng Irondale High School English gradua on requirements. Selected other colleges and universi es will accept these credits as well.

CIS Introduc on to Literature

CIS University Wri ng

College-Level Examina on Program (CLEP) The College Board’s College-Level Examina on Program (CLEP) has been the most widely trusted credit-by-examina on program for over 40 years, accepted by 2,900 colleges and universi es and administered in more than 1,700 test centers. This rigorous program allows students of a wide range of ages and backgrounds to demonstrate their mastery of college-level material in introductory subjects and earn college credit. Students can earn credit for what they already know by ge ng qualifying scores on any of the 34 examina ons.

Students interested in CLEP should meet with their dean and visit this website: h ps://clep.collegeboard.org/exams

Post Secondary Enrollment Op ons (PSEO) Post Secondary Enrollment Op ons (PSEO) is a program that allows students in grades 10-12 to earn both high school and college credit while s ll in high school, through enrollment in and successful comple on of college-level, nonsectarian courses at eligible par cipa ng postsecondary ins tu ons. Most PSEO courses are offered on the campus of the postsecondary ins tuon; some courses are offered online. Each par cipa ng college or university sets its own requirements for enrollment into the PSEO courses. Students in grades 11 and 12 may take PSEO courses on a full or part- me basis; 10th graders may take one career/technical PSEO course. If they earn at least a grade C in that class, they may take addi onal PSEO courses.

There is no charge to PSEO students for tui on, books or fees for items that are required to par cipate in a course. Students must meet the PSEO residency and eligibility requirements and abide by par cipa on limits specified in Minnesota Statutes, sec on 124D.09. Funds are available to help pay transporta on expenses for qualifying students to par cipate in PSEO courses on college campuses. Schools must provide informa on to all students in grades 8-11 and their families by March 1, every year. Students must no fy their school

by May 30, if they want to par cipate in PSEO for the following school year. For current informa on about the PSEO program, visit the Minnesota Department of Educa on’s Postsecondary Enrollment Op ons (PSEO) website.

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EARLY COLLEGE ACCESS AT IRONDALE

Northeast Metro 916 Northeast Metro 916 offers twenty career and technical educa on programs that give high school students a head start toward post-secondary success. Students enrolled will acquire the compe ve advantage of professional skills and industry cer fica ons while earning high school elec ve alongside college credit at a number of postsecondary ins tu ons. See pages 16-19 for the list of programs and visit 916careertech.org for more informa on.

Anoka-Ramsey Community College (ARCC) Through an agreement with Anoka-Ramsey Community College, students take Early College courses at Irondale during the regular school day from creden aled District teachers who have partnered with an Anoka-Ramsey Community College faculty Liaison.

There are occasional opportuni es for students to visit the Anoka-Ramsey Community College campus to par cipate in Early College campus ac vi es. To earn college credit in concurrent enrollment courses, students must earn at least a C average on the ARCC grading scale and demonstrate proficiency in all essen al outcomes. Students must meet program and course eligibility to par cipate.

For more informa on about the Early College program, visit the Irondale website: irondale@mvpschools.org With the Early College program, post-secondary success is becoming more a ainable for all students and the opportunity to earn an Associate Degree is now a reality for many more students than before. Anoka-Ramsey Community College course op ons include: Introduc on to Art College Short Stories College Interpersonal Communica on College Algebra

Hybrid College Music Apprecia on Hybrid College Personal & Community Health College Biology College Chemistry

College Environmental Science College Physics College Ethnicity & Immigrant Experience College American Sign Language 2 College Wri ng & Cri cal Reading

Course Placement - for common courses

The Family Educa onal Rights & Privacy Act (FERPA) is a federal law that protects the privacy of student educa on records.

Once a student enrolls in a higher educa on ins tu on, the rights belong to the student, regardless of age.Anoka-Ramsey Community College cannot share academic informa on without consent from the student.

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AA Degree Planner Associate of Arts Degree Planner

IRONDALE HIGH SCHOOL (Updated 07/2023) ● ● ●

A total of 60 college-level credits are required for an Associate of Arts Degree (20 credits must be awarded by ARCC).

Classes may meet requirements for more than one Goal Area, but credit will not be awarded for any course twice.

Classes that meet requirements for more than one Goal Area are marked with an *.

Minnesota Transfer Curriculum Goal Areas ____

Goal 1 - CommunicaƟons

(2 courses required, 1 College WriƟng/CriƟcal Reading and 1 CommunicaƟon Studies)

ARCC Requirement

IDHS Equivalent

ENGL 1121: College Wrtg/CriƟcal Reading 1,2 OR… 1,2 OR… 1,2 CMST 2220: Interpersonal CommunicaƟon 1,7

ARCC College WriƟng AP Lang / Comp CIS Comp (UM WRIT 1301) Interpersonal Comm ARCC

Credits 4* 6* 4* 3*

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Goal 2 - CriƟcal Thinking (3 courses required - Can be completed in other Goal Areas) ENGL 1121: College Wrtg/CriƟcal Reading 1,2 ARCC College WriƟng 4* ____ OR… 1,2 AP Lang / Comp 6* ____ OR...

1,2 CIS WriƟng (UM WRIT 1301) 4* ____ ECON 2205: Principles of Macroeconomics 2,5A AP Macroeconomics 3* ____ Sociology 1111: General Sociology 2,5B Sociology (CLEP Exam) 3* ____

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Goal 3 - Natural Sciences (2 courses required, 1 in Physical Science (Chemistry or Physics) and 1 in Bio Science with 1 Lab) BIOL 1100: Unifying Concepts in Biology 3 College Biology ARCC 4 ____ OR… 3 AP Biology 4 ____ BIOL 1103: Environmental Science Lecture 3,10 College Enviro Science 3* ____ BIOL 1133: Environmental Science Lab 3 College Enviro Science 1 ____ CHEM 1020: InterpreƟve Chemistry 3,10 College Chemistry ARCC 4* ____ PHYS 1317: General Physics I 3 College Physics ARCC 5 ____ OR...

3 AP Physics 4 ____ ESCI 1040: Energy Concepts (Century College)3,10 College Energy Concepts 3* ____

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Goal 4 - MathemaƟcal/Logical Reasoning MATH 1114: IntroducƟon to StaƟsƟcs MATH 1200: College Algebra MATH 1210: Pre-Calculus OR...

(One course required) 4 AP StaƟsƟcs 4 College Algebra ARCC 4 AP Pre-Calc 4 AP Calculus I

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AA Degree PLanner ____ Goal 6 - HumaniƟes and Fine Arts (2 courses, 1 from each of 2 categories: 6A) Literature, 6B) HumaniƟes/Philosophy, 6C) Art, Music, Theater ARCC Requirement IDHS Equivalent Credits 1) Literature Choices ENGL 2202: IntroducƟon to Literary Studies 6A,7 AP Lit / Comp 6* ____ OR....

CIS Lit (UM ENGL 1001W) 3* ____ Engl 2204: Short Stories 6A,7 Short Stories ARCC 3* ____ 2) Art / Music / Theater Choices ART 1100: IntroducƟon to Art ART 1141: FoundaƟon of Drawing I MUSC 1100: Music AppreciaƟon MUSC 1109: Singing 101 ____

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College Art AppreciaƟon ARCC 3* AP Studio Art 3 College Music AppreciaƟon ARCC 3 College Singing Fundamentals 3

Goal 7 - Human Diversity (1 course required) CMST 2220: Interpersonal CommunicaƟon 1,7 Interpersonal Comm ARCC Engl 2202: IntroducƟon to Literature 6A,7 AP Lit/Comp OR… 6A,7 CIS Lit (UM ENGL 1001W) Engl 2204: Short Stories 6A,7 Short Stories ARCC HIST 2280: History of ImmigraƟon and Ethnicity 5C,7College History of Ethnicity 4* PSYC 1110: General Psychology 5B,7 AP Psychology

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Goal 8 - Global PerspecƟve Art 1100: IntroducƟon to Art ASL 1102: ASL & Culture II ARCC History ElecƟve ARCC History ElecƟve Geog 1102: IntroducƟon to Geography OR…

(1 course required) 6C,8 College Art AppreciaƟon ARCC 8 College ASL II ARCC 5C,8 AP European History 5C,8 AP World History 5A,8 AP Human Geography AP Languages

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Goal 9 - Ethical and Civic Responsibility ARCC History ElecƟve Pols 1111: Am PoliƟcs and Government

(1 course required) 5C,9 AP US History 5C,9 AP US Government and PoliƟcs

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Goal 10 - People and the Environment (1 course required) Biol 1103: Environmental Science 3,10 College Environmental Sci ARCC Chem 1020: InterpreƟve Chemistry 3,10 College Chemistry ARCC ESCI 1040: Energy Concepts (Century College)3,10 College Energy Concepts

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Wellness Requirement (1 course required) HPER 1110: Personal and Community Health College Health ARCC

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A 2.0 MnTC GPA is required. ARCC MnTC Information is located here.

Completion of an AP course requires a score of 3, 4, or 5 on AP exams.

In addition to completing Goal Areas as described above, a minimum of 60 credits must be earned.

Residency Requirement: At least 20 credits must be earned at ARCC. Students transferring in at least 8 credits from another MN State institution or the University of MN may reduce the residency requirement from 20 to 12 credits.

Students should take only ONE of these classes: ARCC College Writing OR AP Lang/Comp OR UM CIS Comp.

ARCC awards credit for only one of these classes.

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NORTHEAST METRO 916

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NORTHEAST METRO 916

The Northeast Metro 916 Career and Technical Center is located on Century College’s East Campus in White Bear Lake. 916 Career and Tech offers several programs that give high school students the compe ve advantage of professional skills, industry cer fica ons and college credit (in many programs). Students will get a head start toward post-secondary success while earning high school elec ve credit.

Addi onal Program informa on: •

Course descrip ons are available on the Northeast Metro website at www.nemetro.k12.mn.us/career or see the next page in the Irondale course guide.

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Enrollment spots are limited.

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Students will a end for 105 minutes of their day at 916 Career and Tech. The remainder of the students’ day will be at their home high school.

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Transporta on will be provided to and from 916 Career and Tech.

Eligibility: Students in grades 11 and 12 may take courses at 916 Career and Tech. Students should be making adequate progress toward gradua on in order to enroll. (not behind more than 1 credit) The courses selected should be consistent with the students post-secondary plan. Students must be commi ed to successfully a ending the 916 courses on a regular basis.

Applica on / Registra on Process: 1. Interested students should check in with their Dean to complete and submit the 916 Online Applica on.

2. During Irondale registra on, students should register for a full schedule of classes at Irondale High School un l they are no fied of acceptance into the program.

3. 916 staff will review each student applica on and communicate program acceptance to the students Irondale Dean.

4. Changes will be made to the students Irondale schedule upon acceptance to the 916 Program.

5. Students will be required to a end an orienta on to 916 at the beginning of the school year.

Enrollment in a 916 Career and Technical Center program means students get to comply with all Northeast Metro 916 school policies in addi on to their home school, city, and state expecta ons. Students who are presently a ending 916 are first priority to a end, present juniors who will be seniors are second and sophomores who will be juniors are third. A endance expecta ons will be reviewed with students during orienta on. Students are expected to ride the school bus to and from 916. Students who have excessive tardies or absences, or who are not making sa sfactory progress will lose their placement the following semester.

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NORTHEAST METRO 916 Northeast Metro 916 Career & Tech Center 2024--25 Programs (All programs eligible for high school elective credit. Certifications/credentials and college credit dependent on program-specific criteria.)

ENGINEERING, MANUFACTURING, AND TECHNOLOGY AVIATION AND AEROSPACE TECHNOLOGY *New in 2024-25 • Take your skills to new heights using UAS/UAO (unmanned aerospace system/unmanned aerospace operation) and drone technology for recreational and commercial use • Explore the world of flight, flight operations, aviation weather, engine performance, navigation, and communication • Discover the many career options in the fast-paced and rapidly changing world of aviation and aerospace sciences with lessons enhanced by guest speakers, field trips to local airports and aviation sites R2 College Credit Available, Scholarships, Career Experiences AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY (1 or 2 year program) • Maintain, repair, and fine-tune a wide range of vehicles alongside an ASE Master Technician in a full-service automotive center • Utilize the same advanced diagnostic and repair equipment as industry professionals to troubleshoot complex systems • Optimize vehicle operation and performance using applied critical thinking and problem-solving R3 Certifications, College Credit Available, Paid Internships CONSTRUCTION OCCUPATIONS: STUDENT BUILT HOME (1 or 2 year program)

• Experience the satisfaction of building an upscale residential home from the ground up • Operate power tools in carpentry, masonry, plumbing, HVAC, and electrical while working alongside professionals • Apply critical thinking to manage construction teams and interpret blueprints R2 College Credit Available, Certifications, Scholarships CONSTRUCTION OCCUPATIONS: LICENSED TRADES • Get hands-on, real-world experience in the licensed trades of plumbing, HVAC, electrical, and solar/renewable energy • Fast track yourself by attaining the skills and knowledge that lead to success in post-secondary training or direct entry into the workforce • Engage in hands-on activities used in residential, commercial, and industrial settings R2 Career Experiences, Certifications, College Credit Available DIESEL TRUCKS AND ENGINE TECHNOLOY (1 or 2 year program) • Diagnose, repair, overhaul, and assemble diesel-powered engines for trucks, trains, and power generation equip • Utilize the same advanced equipment as industry professionals in this high-demand, high-paying field • Network with local employers and training programs R2 College Credit Available, Certifications, Scholarships

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AUTOMOTIVE AND AUTO BODY CAREERS

*New in 2024-25

(1 or 2 year program / grade 10 and up)

• Jumpstart your future as an auto service, tire, lube, small engines, and auto body (wraps, paintless dent repair, ceramic coating, etc) technician • Experience a real-life automotive shop environment utilizing the same tools and equipment as professionals • Explore MIG, TIG, and virtual welding for use with auto body and repair R2 Professional Skills, Scholarships, Professional Networking WELDING *New in 2024-25 • Manipulate the power of fire and electricity to design and construct the metal products people use every day • Explore welding techniques such as MIG, TIG, stick, oxyacetylene, oxyfuel, and plasma cutting using live and virtual methods • Express yourself- join, cut, bend, and manipulate metal for industrial and creative applications R2 Certifications, Immediate Employment, Professional Skills

HEALTH SCIENCES DENTAL CAREERS (grade 12 only) • Develop a passion for educating adults and children on the importance of oral health, hygiene, and diet • Perform a wide range of dental services including chairside assistance, instrument transfer, and oral impressions, • Explore careers in this high-demand healthcare field such as orthodontics, oral surgery, and endodontics R3 College Credit Available, Certifications, Competitions

EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN • Experience the thrill of saving lives in real-world emergency situations where your actions make a difference • Perform detailed medical and trauma patient assessments using advanced emergency equipment • Engage in ambulance ride-a-longs, 911 call center job shadowing, and auto extrications R3 College Credit Available, Scholarships, Local/State/National Competitions

MEDICAL CAREER SERIES MEDICAL CAREERS: INTRODUCTION (grade 10 and up) Rigor 2 NURSING ASSISTANT (grade 10 and up) Rigor 3 PHLEBOTOMY (grade 12 only) Rigor 3 YOUTH APPRENTICESHIP/INTERNSHIP Work-based learning Rigor 3 College Credit Available, Certifications, Competitions *For more info visit: bit.ly/916medcareers

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NORTHEAST METRO 916 Northeast Metro 916 Career & Tech Center 2024--25 Programs (All programs eligible for high school elective credit. Certifications/credentials and college credit dependent on program-specific criteria.)

COSMETOLOGY

BUSINESS MANAGEMENT & ADMINISTRATION

COSMETOLOGY: GENERAL (1 or 2 year program) • Express individual creativity by providing a wide range of artistic hair, nail, and skincare services using the latest technology, trends, and name-brand products • Network with guest speakers and industry connections • Work in a simulated full-service salon and spa while performing services according to industry standards R2 MN Cosmetology Board Hours, College Credit Available, Scholarships

ENTREPRENEURSHIP, TRAVEL, AND SOCIAL MEDIA MARKETING

COSMETOLOGY: NAIL TECHNOLOGY AND ESTHIOLOGY (SKIN)

AGRICULTURE, FOOD, & NATURAL RESOURCES

(1 or 2 year program)

• Grow your ability to care for, repair, and beautify skin with salon-quality products • Express/develop your creativity/skills in nail design and extension using builder gel, acrylic, and dip systems • Jumpstart you career with skills to perform eyelash extensions, tinting, perming, facials, body scrubs, waxing and makeup R3 MN Cosmetology Board Hours, College Credit Available, Scholarships

HUMAN SERVICES CRIMINAL JUSTICE AND LAW ENFORCEMENT • Make a difference by being entrusted to improve community relationships and protect citizens • Engage in police ride-a-longs, auto extrications, and community involvement • Explore how state and federal laws work to keep people safe and analyze the causes and effects of criminal behavior R3 Field Experiences, College Credit Available, Scholarships

• Be the boss, develop an entrepreneurial spirit, and build your own business • Tell a story of branding and promotion through video and podcast mediums • Design, prototype, and launch advertising sales and public relations campaigns for a wide range of products including travel R2 College Credit Available, Career Experiences, Scholarships

ANIMAL SCIENCE (1 or 2 year program) • Provide care for live animals through veterinary examination, health care, first aid, and habitat enrichment • Discover the science of animal anatomy, physiology, and genetics through dissections, models, and other hands-on activities • Jumpstart a career in veterinary, companion, large animal, or zoological sciences R2 College Credit Available, FFA, Career Experiences ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE & NATURAL RESOURCES *New in 2024-25 • Get outside and jumpstart a career in MN conservation; gather information about water, soils, forestry, and wildlife • Grow your own plants in our greenhouse and design, create, and install sustainable habitats and landscapes • Make a difference in your community and the world by identifying and solving environmental problems R2 College Credit Available, FFA, Scholarships

ARTS, COMMUNICATIONS, AND INFORMATION SYSTEMS APPRENTICESHIP YOUTH APPRENTICESHIP/INTERNSHIP *must provide own transportation • Earn high school credit while getting paid to build your work experiences and resume for future college and career success • Develop and showcase your talents and skills at various local businesses and industry settings • The workplace is your classroom where you will expand your potential, working independently and alongside industry professionals R3 Work-based Learning, Professional Skills, Internships How to Register Students interested in attending courses at 916 Career and Tech must register through their counselor at their home school. For more information, visit www.916careertech.org

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ANIMATION AND GAME DESIGN • Unleash the power of art and technology to produce eyecatching graphics and motion • Bring a creative vision to life using professional techniques, high-tech gaming, and other visual media • Showcase your abilities alongside other creative and technical individuals while creating a professional portfolio R2 College Credit Available, Career Experiences, Scholarships INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY: REPAIR, NETWORK, CYBERSECURITY

• Solve real-world technology problems by using high-tech troubleshooting techniques • Experience the power of Python programming to unlock the worlds of automation plus game and software development • Protect computers and networks to defend against criminal and terrorist threats R3 College Credit Available, Certifications, Scholarships

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ART Art 1

Po ery I

Course Number: 3102 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 Credit: .5

Course Number: 3132 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 Credit: .5

This course emphasizes design in both 2 and 3 dimensional areas of art, exploring life me thinking skills, and crea ve problem solving skilled in the areas of drawing, design, sculpture, pain ng, po ery, and printmaking. Self-evalua on, and the elements and principles of art will be integrated.

Students will explore the three main construc on techniques in clay: slab, coil and wheel throwing. Students will be introduced to the quali es of clay and glazes for clay. Func onal and nonfunc onal artwork will be created with explora on in form, texture and surface design as well as purpose.

Drawing

Po ery 2

Course Number: 3127 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 Credit: .5 Note: It is recommended students take Art I before enrolling in this class.

This course covers the fundamentals of drawing: propor on, shading, perspec ve, portraiture, s ll life, realism, abstrac on and expressive techniques. Many styles, mediums, and techniques of drawing will be experienced.

Pain ng Course Number: 3130 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 Credit: .5 Note: It is recommended students take Art I before enrolling in this class.

This course introduces a variety of pain ng styles (realism, abstrac on, etc.), materials (watercolor, acrylic and oils) and problem solving strategies in addi on to the concepts dealt with in Art I. Students explore balance, rhythm, variety, unity, propor on, movement and emphasis. A survey of pain ng throughout history will be integrated throughout the course and a field trip to an art museum will support student awareness of professional ar sts’ works.

Sculpture Course Number: 3134 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 Credit: .5 Students will study the use of form to create works of art through various media and techniques. Students will explore 3-D art forms through materials of clay, plaster, wire, and paper sculpture. Past and current techniques and trends in 3-D work will be explored.

Course Number: 3133 Grades: 10, 11, 12 Credit: .5 Sequen al Course: Po ery 1 Students will con nue to explore the making of func onal and non-func onal po ery through the use of slab and coil construc on, as well as throwing on the po ery wheel. Assignments are more complicated and typically larger. Expecta ons for quality of pieces are higher (design, construc on, clay texture, and glazing techniques).

Students will also explore raku firing.

Graphic Design Course Number: 3128 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 Credit: .5 This course introduces skills, techniques, and applica ons rela ng to ar s c design for use in publica ons such as magazines, billboards, books, or websites. There will be a focus on digital manipula on which will include but is not limited to working with the Adobe Suite.

Hands on ar s c skills include illustra on, poster making and t-shirt design with a focus on real world design experience.

Cartooning and Anima on Course Number: 3112 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 Credit: .5 This course will provide students with a hands-on opportunity to experience the fundamentals of cartooning and anima on as literary and ar s c works of art. Emphasis is based on original character sketches, composi on and layout, inking, hand le ering and storytelling through this visual medium. During the cartooning segment of the course, students will create characters, comic books and comic strips. The anima on segment will be an introduc on to tradi onal two-dimensional anima on. Students will study current anima on and comics in order to develop their own drawing skills, as well as inspire an apprecia on of this art form.

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ART Digital Photography 1

Hybrid ARCC Introduc on to Art

Course Number: 3124 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 Credit: .5

Course Number: 8101H Grades: 11, 12 Credit: .75 Note: This is an Anoka-Ramsey Community College Course.

Students will earn three college credits for ART 1100 Art Apprecia on upon successful comple on. This course fulfills the Minnesota Transfer Curriculum Goal 6: Communica ons and Goal 8: Global Perspec ve. Students must enroll for both college and high school credit.

This class will focus on providing students with experiences in digital camera controls, func ons and image manipula on through the use of Adobe Crea ve Cloud. An overview of the development of photography will include experience with darkroom and digital processes. It will provide basic prepara on for pursuit of photography as an inven ve and expressive art form, as a hobby or a career. Digital cameras are recommended, although not required.

Digital Photography 2 Course Number: 3125 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 Credit: .5 Sequen al Course: Digital Photography 1

Introduc on to Art is the historical and topical study of art and its rela onship to culture and society. This course incorporates the extensive use of visual materials to teach the essen als and aesthe cs of art, civiliza on, and daily life.

Experiences with digital cameras and Adobe Crea ve Cloud will be combined with a study in alterna ve photography techniques in the darkroom and classroom including hand-coloring, toning photographs, and crea ng mixed-media works of art. The focus of this class will be on building a por olio of photographs created through a study of digital and darkroom photography. Digital cameras are recommended, although not required.

Senior Art Course Number: 3135 Grade: 12 Credit: .5 This course is geared toward students with li le previous high school art experience. Students will design with both 2 and 3 dimensional art, exploring crea ve problem solving skills in the areas of drawing, design, sculpture, pain ng, po ery, and printmaking.

AP Art and Design Course Number: 3116 & 3117 Grades: 11, 12 Credit: .1.0 Sequen al Course: Art I, Drawing, Pain ng or Instructor Approval Note: Students must register for both semesters The AP Art and Design class enables highly mo vated students to submit a por olio of work for the College Board evalua on at the end of the school year. This course follows the AP course guidelines designed by the College Board. The guidelines for AP Art and Design has been designed to accommodate a variety of interests and approaches to art. The two sec ons of the por olio are: Selected Works the development of a sense of excellence in art; Sustained Inves ga on-an in-depth commitment to a par cular ar s c concern. Students will create approximately 15 high quality pieces.

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BUSINESS & MARKETING EDUCATION Personal Finance

Accoun ng 1

Course Number: 3827 Grade: 10, 11, 12 Credit: .5 Note: Students who successfully complete this course will have the opportunity to earn college credit.

Course Numbers: 4801 Grades: 10, 11, 12 Credit: .5 Note: Students who successfully complete this course will have the opportunity to earn college credit.

This course provides students with hands-on experiences on how to obtain, manage, and build their own financial resources through computer simula ons, industry professional visits and personal reflec on projects. This class will promote personal and financial independence by gaining an understanding of their financial op ons.

Students will examine benefits and consequences of properly managing or mismanaging their personal wealth. Students will learn how budge ng, saving, and inves ng impact financial freedom. They will learn strategies to wisely invest money in stocks, bonds, and mutual funds. Students learn how to select financing and insurance for cars, apartments and homes. Other topics of instruc on include managing debt and credit, credit scores, credit reports, basics of taxes and tax return prepara on. This is an excellent class to prepare students for a financially secure and independent life a er high school.

Accoun ng is for students interested in pursuing business careers in administra on, accoun ng, finance, sales, marke ng, management, law, or for individuals with an entrepreneurial spirit. Ac vi es and concepts covered are: accoun ng classifica ons, recording and journalizing transac ons in journals, working with special journals, preparing financial statements, adjus ng and closing entries.

Students will complete working papers online and be introduced to computerized accoun ng so ware suchas Quickbooks and Excel.

Accoun ng 2

Advanced Personal Finance & Investments

Course Number: 4802 Grades: 10, 11, 12 Credit: .5 Sequen al Course: Accoun ng 1 Note: Students who successfully complete this course will have the opportunity to earn college credit.

Course Number: 3828 Grade:10, 11, 12 Credit: .5 Sequen al Course: Personal Finance Note: Students who successfully complete this course will have the opportunity to earn college credit.

Students build on their skills developed in Accoun ng. All work will be completed in an integrated computerized accoun ng system.

Working with a merchandising business simula on, ac vi es include: payroll, sales, receivables, payables, purchases, and financial statement analysis.

Students will evaluate savings and investment op ons and implement a diversified inves ng strategy that is compa ble with personal goals by exploring short-term and long-term investments, security trading, investment banking, measuring a por olio performance, interna onal inves ng, and mutual funds. Students will examine factors that affect their financial goals that include incurring debt, cost of credit and legal aspects of credit in order to remain both credit worthy and financially secure. Students will explain the features and roles of insurance when making choices available to consumers for protec on against risk and financial loss. Students may also apply their knowledge through the stock market game.

Business Applica ons Course Number: 3815 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 Credit: .5 Students who successfully complete this course will have the opportunity to earn college credit.

Be fully prepared for college and the workforce by gaining experience with the so ware and technical skills valued by college professors and employers. Students have the opportunity to become proficient in the Microso Office 2019 Suite in this course. So ware programs covered include Excel (spreadsheet), MS Word, and PowerPoint (advanced presenta on graphics). This is a founda onal course for anyone pursuing post-secondary educa on or employment.

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BUSINESS & MARKETING EDUCATION Web Page Design

Photoshop for Publishing

Course Number: 3835 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 Credit: .5 Note: Students who successfully complete this course will have the opportunity to earn college credit.

Course Number: 3832 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 Credit: .5 Note: Students who successfully complete this course will have the opportunity to earn college credit.

Students will learn the basics of designing and developing effec ve websites using HTML and CSS, Dreamweaver, Word Press and Google Sites. Students will develop skills in forma ng text, crea ng links, inser ng images, using table design concepts, integra ng mul media elements and using color and text effec vely. Individual work, group work, and presenta ons will be prac ced.

In the course, students will learn how to apply graphic design principles to create a por olio that includes a variety of business and personal publica ons. Students will use the features in Photoshop to manipulate digital images to be included in their publishing. Students use their crea ve skills to create documents such as magazine covers and pages, newsle ers, business cards, brochures, adver sements, flyers and cer ficates. Students also learn to create images for use in digital and social media adver sing.In their capstone project, students will demonstrate their knowledge of typography, graphics, images, color and page layout principles.

Social Media Marke ng Course Number: 3856 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 Credit: .5 Note: Students who successfully complete this course will have the opportunity to earn college credit.

Come learn through hands-on experiences by launching a social media marke ng campaign and career. Businesses and consumers use social media to make their purchase decisions. Companies are eager to hire people with both the strategies and skills to manage their social media. Branding includes the use of social media websites and social networks to market a company’s products and services. This provides companies a way to reach new customers, engage exis ng customers, and promote their desired mission. We will focus on content crea on, targe ng customers, adver sing, and consumer advocacy. We will also apply personal branding principles to professionally establish ourselves through effec ve social media channels. Learn the rules of engagement and social media ethics for marketers on the social web. The class culminates with a ‘real-world’ social media campaign u lizing new media technologies and learning about issues affec ng social media. Students will learn the basics of designing and developing effec ve mul -media sites.

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Sports, Entertainment & Hospitality Marke ng Course Number: 3810 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 Credit: .5 Note: Students who successfully complete this course will have the opportunity to earn college credit.

This is an introductory course into the world of sports, entertaiment, & hospitality marke ng. Students will learn the basic func ons of marke ng and how these func ons are applied in the sports and entertainment industries. Students have the opportunity to learn marke ng concepts from industry professionals. Course content includes: managing a fantasy league team, athlete/celebrity endorsement, licensing of merchandise, corporate sponsorship, non-tradi onal/extreme sports, promo on and public rela ons.

Students will gain a perspec ve into music, movie, and hospitality marke ng including reality television and current trends in the entertainment industry. A highlight of this course includes a field trip to local sports and entertainment facili es such as Target Center

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BUSINESS & MARKETING EDUCATION Business Entrepreneurship Course Number: 3814 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 Credit: .5 The Business Entrepreneurship course is designed to introduce the student to the role of small business in contemporary society. Students are given the opportunity to study, discuss and apply the principles of business management with emphasis on the marke ng mix, legal considera ons, financial implica ons, social media and more.

Students will develop a business plan and marke ng campaign for a new business idea. This class focuses on business, entrepreneurship, and economic concepts. Students use innova ve thinking to create, market, and pitch their own company from the ground up while learning from local business professionals. Students will manage Knight Grounds, Irondale’s coffee shop.

Business Management Course Number: 4816 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 Credit: .5 Students who successfully complete this course will have the opportunity to earn college credit.

This course is an exci ng way for students to learn what it takes to be a great boss (and a sa sfied employee). Students will explore various methods to help them be successful at their current and future places of employment through hands-on-projects, videos of managers in ac on, analysis of business ethics, discovery of management styles and techniques, working in teams, and iden fica on of tools to mo vate employees. Students will manage Knight Grounds, Irondale’s coffee shop, and engage in a management rota on that covers finiance, opera ons, marke ng, and management.

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BUSINESS & MARKETING EDUCATION Introduc on to Marke ng (DECA)

Marke ng 3 (DECA)

Course Numbers: 3804 & 3805 Grades: 10, 11, 12 Credit: 1.0 Note: 1 credit for Marke ng Class and 2 credits for internship (op onal-see marke ng internship). Students can earn college credit through 7 different community colleges with successful course comple on and 4 year college credit by passing the CLEP Exam.

Course Number: 3887 & 3888 Grades: 12 Credit: 1.0 Sequen al Course: Marke ng 1 & 2 Note: 1 credit for Marke ng Class and 2 credits for internship (op onal-see marke ng internship). Students can earn college credit through 7 different community colleges with successful course comple on and 4 year college credit by passing the CLEP Exam.

This course is designed as an introductory course to marke ng and provides exci ng classroom ac vi es that connect instruc on to college and careers. Students will explore marke ng and management through opera on of the school store, business and industry tours, and DECA Compe on. Students will develop an understanding of the four P’s of marke ng: Product, Price, Place, and Promo on and focus on leadership, college and career prepara on, sales, promoons, and job interviews. Students will have opportuni es to network with members of the business community through Rotary, job shadows, and internships. DECA is an op onal Interna onal program where students can gain leadership at the local, district, state, and interna onal levels. This year’s Interna onal Conference is held in Anaheim, CA. As in previous years, students have an opportunity to a end an educa onal conference and tour in New York, NY.

Advanced Marke ng (DECA) Course Number: 3806 & 3807 Grades: 11, 12 Credit: 1.0 Note: 1 credit for Marke ng Class and 2 credits for internship (op onal-see marke ng internship). Students can earn college credit through 7 different community colleges with successful course comple on and 4 year college credit by passing the CLEP Exam.

Students will be exposed to all aspects of marke ng and management. They will develop skills necessary to be a leader in the community and workplace. Course skill building includes: group decision making, problem-solving, teamwork, leadership and project management. Advanced marke ng concepts will be examined during this one-year course include consumer behavior, marke ng research, management strategies, and employability skills. DECA, the co-curricular student organiza on will provide opportuni es for leadership, professional networking, business compe ons, and scholarships.

Marke ng Internship Course Number: 3808 & 3809 Grades: 10, 11, 12 Credit: 2.0 Sequen al Course: Concurrent enrollment in Intro. to Marke ng, Advanced Marke ng or Marke ng 3 Note: Students who successfully complete this course will have an opportunity to earn college credit.

Students enrolled in Marke ng may earn up to two addi onal elecve credits through a supervised work experience in an area related to the students career interest. Students have the op on of a ending school all day or work release periods 1, 4, 5, or 6.

This class will operate during the same class periods as Marke ng (DECA) and is designed to offer an op on for second year students who want addi onal leadership and officer posi ons as well as advanced community involvement opportuni es. Examples of these include; DECA Officer Team, Rotary involvement, DECA Compe on, School Store Management, as well as Camp Enterprise. Individualized curriculum is provided based on career and college areas of interest with job shadows and internship opportuni es.

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CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION Trades and Manufacturing Career Explora on

Careers Plus On-the-Job Training (OJT)

Course Numbers: 4822 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 Credit: .5 Note: .5 credit for classroom seminar

Course Numbers: 3793 & 3794 Grades: 11, 12 Credit: .5 (see note above under Careers Plus Seminar ) Note: Students enrolled in Careers Plus OJT must be enrolled in Careers Plus Seminar. Students must be employed or ac vely seeking a job and have their own transporta on.

Do you want to learn more about hands-on careers? Trades and Manufacturing Explora on students will learn about a variety of high-demand, high-paying career paths. In addi on, students will learn the essen al work-readiness skills for success on the job.

During this course, students will enjoy guest speakers, job site tours, and other career-related field trips. Students will complete an indepth career research project. Local summer internship opportunies will be shared with interested students. Students should have a strong interest in the trades and/or manufacturing. Students who register for this class should be strongly considering a career in these pathways.

In addi on, students will have the opportunity to earn the following cer fica on during class: •

OSHA 10 Cer fica on: A 10-hour class is intended to provide workers with awareness of common job-related safety and health hazards

Careers Plus Seminar Course Numbers: 3791 & 3792 Grades: 11, 12 Credit: .5 (see note) Note: .5 credit for classroom seminar; 0.25-1.0 work-based learning credit for internship (dependant on hours worked) “Are you currently working a part- me job or WANTING a part- me job? Would you like to receive school credit by working at an approved worksite? During the Careers Plus Seminar, students will learn about essen al workplace skills and job safety.

Work-Based Learning connects classroom work-readiness instrucon and provides students with opportuni es to apply them on the job. A part- me job is encouraged, but not required (See Careers Plus On-the-Job Training below). Another major component of CareersPlus is career explora on. Students will explore a variety of post-secondary op ons offered through appren ceship, technical colleges, two-year colleges, and four-year colleges. Through a series of career assessments, students will iden fy their skills and interests and create a realis c career plan for life a er gradua on.

College credit associated with this class

On-the-job Training allows students to earn elec ve credits for working during and/or outside of the school day. Students are required to have a job or be seeking employment. The work coordinator will help students with the applica on and interviewing process as needed. Students must remain employed throughout the semester to earn elec ve credit. All students are required to complete a Training Plan, Training Agreement, and document their work hours. Students also must turn in copies or pictures of their pay stubs, work a minimum of 10 hours a week and remain employed for the dura on of the course. Students are responsible for providing their own transporta on. The work coordinator will partner with the employer to evaluate the student’s work performance.

Digital Electronics Course Number: 4881 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 Credit: .5 Note: Enrollment is limited.

Note: Students who successfully complete this course will have the opportunity to earn college credit.

Learn the logic and architecture used in programmable electronic devices. Students will gain a fundamental knowledge of digital electronics and apply this knowledge to a variety of prac cal projects to develop problem solving skills. Students will gain a broad understanding of electrical systems used to code and decode electronic devices as well as build basic circuits for prac cal devices used in everyday life. Students interested in careers related to digital manufacturing, engineering, solar technology, and robo cs would benefit from taking this class.

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CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION Introduc on to Engineering Design I

How to Make Almost Anything I

Course Number: 4862 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 Credit: .5 Note: Students who successfully earn a “B” or higher, will have the opportunity to earn ar culated college credit.

Course Numbers: 4891 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 Credit: .5

What do design engineers do? Now is the me to find out. This course introduces you to the profession of design engineering. Learn how to use Autodesk Inventor CAD (Computer Aided Design) so ware to design and make 3D models of a new product or improve an exis ng one. Working individually and in collabora ve teams, students will use the engineering design process, applying math, science, and engineering principles to iden fy, develop, and document design solu ons to a variety of real problems.

This is a hands-on manufacturing class. Design, build, and finish a project/product of choice that you take home and use. Learn how to design and build using a variety of tools, machines, and materials commonly used to manufacture everyday products or inven ons you create. Students will use the design process throughout the life- cycle of a required project and a project of their choice. Students will be exposed to a variety of manufacturing processes and technologies using a variety of materials. Machine tool opera on, shop safety procedures, and basic construc on skills are a major part of this class. Students will explore careers in the fields of engineering and manufacturing while learning the basics associated with entry level posi ons in these areas.

Introduc on to Engineering Design II Course Number: 4863 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 Credit: .5 Sequen al Course: Introduc on to Engineering Design I Note: Students who successfully earn a ”B” or higher, will have the opportunity to earn ar culated college credit.

Based on skill levels developed in Introduc on to Engineering Design I, students will work individually and on a team to analyze poten al solu ons and communicate design ideas in response to various design challenges. Students will learn how to use reverse engineering to assess the strengths and weaknesses of a product and the manufacturing process by which it was produced. Students will use Autodesk Inventor so ware to create advanced 3D computer models and compute physical proper es that can be used in problem solving and the crea on of design solu ons. Students will use their new analy cal skills to develop and document the solu on to a design challenge.

ToyBuilders (MV) Course Numbers: 4896 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 Credit: .5 “ToyBuilders: Engineering for Fun,” is a high school pre-engineering course that combines the joy of play with the excitement of engineering! In this hands-on, crea ve, and dynamic class, students will embark on a journey to design, build, and customize their own toys using fundamental principles of mechanical engineering. From construc ng intricate mechanisms to incorpora ng electronic components, students will learn how to bring their imagina ve toy concepts to life. Get ready to unleash your inner inventor, explore the world of engineering, and have a ton of fun while doing it!

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How to Make Almost Anything II Course Number: 4892 Grades: 9, 10,11,12 Credit: .5 Sequen al Course: How to make almost Anything I Note: Students who successfully complete this course will have the opportunity to earn college credit.

This is a hands-on, student-driven course where students decide what to design and build over the course of the semester. Based on skill levels developed in How to make almost Anything I, students will work independently or with a project team to design and build a product of choice. Safety rules are reviewed and machine tool opera on is assessed. Students will use problem-solving skills throughout the design, construc on, and finishing processes using a variety of manufacturing resources such as CAD so ware, 3-D printer, vinyl sign maker, machinery/tools, CNC router, and laser engraver. Students will learn how to conduct a cost-analysis of their project. Students who successfully complete this course will be well-prepared for the workplace environment as well as advanced training in the fields of engineering, manufacturing, and construc on.

Introduc on to Building Trades Course Numbers: 4866 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 Credit: .5 This course is designed to provide students with a background in construc on. The units covered will center around: safety; drawing, planning, and es ma ng; building permits; carpentry & framing; roofing; electrical; plumbing; masonry; and occupa onal opportuni es. Some of the ac vi es might include: building storage sheds, model houses and wall sec ons. Students will learn to build stairs, and roof trusses; install, finish, and repair sheetrock; wire lights, outlets and switches; lay concrete blocks; and plumb in a bathroom sink.

College credit associated with this class

CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION Auto Technology I

Small Engines & Power Sports Mechanics

Course Number: 4885 Grades: 10, 11, 12 Credit: .5 Note: Students who successfully complete this course may have the opportunity to earn college credit.

Course Number: 4889 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 Credit: .5 Note: Students who successfully complete this course may have the opportunity to earn college credit.

Learn “car talk” terminology, safety prac ces, and maintenance procedures. Get hands-on experience being an auto service technician. No experience or car needed. Learn the basics for the following areas: oil change/lubrica on, res/wheels, brakes, steering/transmission, electrical systems, suspension systems, and engine repair. Use manuals and hands-on problem solving techniques to troubleshoot basic automo ve problems. Diagnose repair problems and use shop equipment to service the vehicle. Learn basic shop opera ons and safety when using hand tools or machines.

Start your engines! Learn all about electric motors and internal combus on engines. Learn how to repair and construct numerous gas engine designs. Examine the growing world of electric and fuel-powered devices used in power sports and the small equipment industry today. Develop the skills to measure the “power” of an engine and learn about the factors that impact various levels of engine power. Students will be encouraged to experiment with exis ng projects and/or design projects that meet the guidelines and standards for small engines and power sports equipment.

Auto Technology II Course Number: 4886 Grades: 10, 11, 12 Credit: .5 Sequen al Course: Auto Technology I Note: Students who successfully complete this course may have the opportunity to earn college credit.

Based on skill levels developed in Auto Technology I, this course is for students who want to acquire advanced technical skills required for entry-level posi ons in the area of auto service and repair. Students will work independently to apply previous knowledge and problemsolving skills in order to solve task specific challenges such as engine misfires, electrical shorts, and sound iden fica on. Students will learn to rebuild an engine and meet the shop deadline to complete this task. Automo ve workplace safety procedures will be enforced and students will be required to perform selected NATEF (Na onal Automo ve Technician’s Educa on Founda on) tasks proficiently based on industry standards related to this course.

College credit associated with this class

Welding 101 Course Numbers: 4875 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 Credit: .5 Note: Enrollment is limited Experience the real world of welding through classroom hands-on simula ons as well as actual welding projects. This course will give students an introduc on to the basic welding processes and power sources used for each of the following: Arc Welding; Metal Inert Gas Welding; Oxyacetylene Welding and Cu ng. Students will learn about shop and equipment safety rules in addi on to the procedures to set-up, take-down, and troubleshoot these procedures as well as the welding equipment. Students will build skills in the area of welding by opera ng the tools used in metal fabrica on with proficiency to design and build their own structures or make repairs. Industry cer fied trainers will be available as guest speakers to ensure students are receiving “cer fied” training in welding safety and procedures. Welders are currently in high demand in the fields of construc on, plumbing/pipefi ng, manufacturing, the arts, and solar technology installa on.

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CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION SPRING LAKE PARK OPPORTUNITIES IN EMERGENCY CARE (OEC) Spring Lake Park High School’s OPPORTUNITIES IN EMERGENCY CARE program is an award-winning medical educa on program that offers extensive opportuni es to students interested in serving others in the healthcare field. On site at Spring Lake Park High School, they have state-of-the-art EMS and Nursing Assistant facili es, including an ambulance for training and medical event coverage. Students can become fully prepared for pursuing careers in clinics, hospitals, nursing homes, in-home healthcare, ambulance services, fire departments, etc. through our courses. Students can earn ar culated college credits and/or medical field cer fica ons.

Emergency Medical Responder - EmergencyTechnician (Spring Lake Park HS)

Enhanced Emergency Medical Technician (Spring Lake Park HS)

Grades: 11, 12 Credits: 2.0 (2-hour, year-long course)

Grades: 11, 12 Credits: 2.0 (2-hour, year-long course) Prerequisite: Grade of B+ or higher in EMT 1&2

Note: See your dean to register for this class. This is a year-long, 2-hour course. This course is offered at Spring Lake Park High School.

Transporta on will be provided during the school day.

Post-secondary Connec on: 13 ar culated college credits through Alexandria Technical Community College, Anoka Technical College, Century College, Hennepin Tech, Lake Superior Community College, and Normandale Community College available upon successful comple on, B- or 80% Poten al Cer fica ons: • AHA Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider CPR • Minnesota State Emergency Medical Responder • Na onal Registry/State of Minnesota EMT This year-long course is an ideal course for students interested in any aspect of a career in the medical field. It begins with the necessary prepara on for Emergency Medical Responder, followed by the requirements necessary to become an Emergency Medical Technician. Students will have the opportunity to apply their skills at school and community events, plus four days of emergency care workshops in Amery, WI, as an op onal part of the course. The EMT course is designed to prepare students for all aspects of emergency pa ent care and other professional healthcare occupa ons. This course includes assessment-based educa on and medical interven ons. Ambulance calls will be staged for students on a rou ne basis. Ride-alongs will be available with Fridley Fire Department for students making adequate progress. Outside lab and service learning hours are required as part of the course. Clinical pa ent contact opportuni es include athle c events, ambulance standby, and clinical and surgical shadowing.

Note: See your dean to register for this class. This is a year-long, 2-hour course. This course is offered at Spring Lake Park High School.

Students who successfully complete EMR and EMT in 11th grade will be eligible to apply and enroll in the Medical Internship in 12th grade. Students will be trained to work alongside paramedics in the Enhanced EMT course. Parts of this course are taught by paramedics.

Fees: EMT uniform required for clinicai experiences, own transporta on (may carpool with classmates with parent permission), AHA instructor tes ng fees (if pursued).

Units include advanced emergency medical training: • EMT skills & academic review • EMR skills examiner • American Heart Associa on CPR & First Aid Instructor course • Ambulance Opera ons • Advanced Airway intuba on including Endotracheal tubes, iGels, and King Airways, CPAP and BiPAP • Electrocardiogram (EKG) interpreta on • Basic cardiology medica ons • Intravenous therapy, blood draws, intraosseous infusion • Final mega-code demonstra on including the use of cardiac monitor/defibrillator, star ng an IV, and administering medica ons used in a mock cardiac arrest Emphasis is placed on leadership as intern students are expected to work with and mentor EMR students by assis ng at a er school labs, evalua ng student skills, running scenarios, and leading new students at medical events. This course is taught by OEC faculty and ancillary staff, including paramedics, registered nurses, and others.

POTENTIAL CERTIFICATIONS: AHA CPR & First Aid Instructor

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CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION SPRING LAKE PARK OTHER OPPORTUNITIES Fire Rescue Technician Nursing Assistant - Emergency Medical Technician (Spring Lake Park HS) (Spring Lake Park HS) Grades: 11, 12 Credits: 2.0 (2-hour, year-long course)

Grades: 12 Credits: 2.0 (2-hour, winter trimester course)

Note: See your dean to register for this class. This is a year-long, 2-hour course. This course is offered at Spring Lake Park High School.

Transporta on will be provided during the school day.

Note: Please see your dean to register for this class. This is a 2-hour course. This course is offered at Spring Lake Park High School. Some sessions will be off site. Transporta on to Spring Lake High School provided.

Post-secondary Connec on: 13 ar culated college credits through Alexandria Technical Community College, Anoka Technical College, Century College, Hennepin Tech, Lake Superior Community College, and Normandale Community College available upon successful comple on, B- or 80%

Sequen al Course: Emergency Medical Responder cer fica on **This course is the first in a sequence of two year-long courses offered by the University of Minnesota. While this course is open to any junior or senior, it is highly recommended to take this course as a junior so that you can take the second class as a senior.

Poten al Cer fica ons: • Nursing Assistant-Registered • AHA Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider CPR • Na onal Registry/State of Minnesota EMT

The Rope Rescue Technician training program is based on the objec ves as iden fied in the NFPA 1006, 2021 edi on, Standard for Rescue Technician Professional Qualifica ons. This course is provided in three modules and covers all knowledge and skills requirements to prepare a candidate for cer fica on as a rope rescue and confied space rescue technician.

This year-long course is an ideal course for students interested in any aspect of a career in the medical field. It begins with the necessary training for nursing assistant, followed by the requirements necessary to become an Emergency Medical Technician. Students are exposed to medical terminology, medical forms, and anatomy and physiology as it relates to aging and long term care. Students will learn how to assist and relate to and care for residents at a long term care facility and are required to complete 16 hours of clinicals. A Nursing Assistant cer fica on is a requirement for most college nursing programs. A endance requirements are set by the Minnesota Nursing Assistant Registry. Students with more than six absences in the course will not be eligible for clinicals and cer fica on. As part of the EMT prepara on, students will have the opportunity to apply their skills at school and community events, plus four days of emergency care workshops in Amery, WI, as an op onal part of the course. The EMT course is designed to prepare students for all aspects of emergency pa ent care and other professional healthcare occupa ons. This course includes assessment-based educa on and medical interven ons. Ambulance calls will be staged for students on a rou ne basis. Ride-alongs will be available with Fridley Fire Department for students making adequate progress. Outside lab and service learning hours are required as part of the course. Clinical pa ent contact opportuni es include athle c events, ambulance standby, and clinical and surgical shadowing.

College credit associated with this class

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Fire Fighter 1 (Spring Lake Park HS) Grades: 12 Credits: 2.0 (2-hour, spring trimester course) Note: Please see your dean to register for this class. This is a 2-hour course. This course is offered at Spring Lake Park High School. Some sessions will be off site. Transporta on to Spring Lake High School provided.

Sequen al Course: Emergency Medical Responder cer fica on This unique course is taught in conjunc on with the Fridley Fire Department. Unit includes training that meets or exceeds the requirements of NFPA 1001: Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifica ons, 2019 Edi on. This is the basic level of firefigh ng skills and knowledge that prepares a person to safely operate within an Incident Command structure, to don protec ve equipment including SCBA, use appropriate tools and equipment to ex nguish various types of fires including structure fires and other types of fires that might occur within a community. Training and knowledge will also include the use of ladders, ropes, hose and nozzles, salvage covers, and a variety of hand and power tools. Major outcomes include understading Firefighter 1 skills and become a viable candidate for hiring as a cer fied State of Minnesota Firefighter.

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ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS English Language Arts We encourage you to preview the books that are listed to read in these courses. If you are concerned about the content of any of the novels, alterna ve op ons are available.

English 9 Course Numbers: 3342 & 3343 Grade: 9 Credit: 1.0 This class is designed to engage students in grade-level reading and wri ng ac vi es as students con nue to build upon the strong founda onal skills in fic on, non-fic on, and drama. Students will master their comprehension of literature and develop their analy cal skills using a variety of texts. This course establishes a founda on for cri cal thinking, analysis, argumenta on, research, and wri ng types that will be expected of students throughout their high school years.

Texts include short stories, poetry, and novels.

Accelerated English 9 Course Numbers:3306 & 3307 Grade: 9 Credit: 1.0 This class is designed as an accelerated language arts course in which students will develop a deeper understanding of literary elements, academic wri ng, grammar, vocabulary, speaking and listening skills, and organiza onal skills. Texts for this course include short stories, poetry, novels and supplemental informa ve texts.

English 11 Course Numbers: 3355 & 3356 Grade: 11 Credit: 1.0 In this founda onal language arts course, students will con nue to master analysis of fic on and nonfic on texts, academic wri ng, grammar, vocabulary, speaking and listening skills, and organiza onal skills. Students will also learn the skills and strategies needed for the ACT.

English 12 Course Numbers: 3359 & 3360 Grade: 12 Credit: .5 This course, built around student voice, choice, and a project-based-workshop model, will individually engage students in reading, wri ng, speaking/listening, and cri cal thinking skills. ELA 12 is designed to meet the needs of all students and prepare each of them for what comes next. Students can expect to see a teacher model reading, wri ng, and cri cal thinking skills and then work on a text or project of their choice to build on those skills. Students will be guided through the process of: project selec on, discovering and reading good fit books, the acquisi on of reading skills, and the advancement of wri ng skills. Wri ng from mul ple modes for a variety of inten ons and audiences will be part of this course.

English 10 Course Numbers: 3366 & 3367 Grade: 10 Credit: 1.0 This class is designed to engage students in grade-level reading, wri ng, speaking/listening, and cri cal thinking skills. It builds on previous skills including: literary and rhetorical analysis, argumentaon, research, and various methods of wri ng development. Texts for this course include student selected texts and teacher directed novels, poems, plays, and informa onal texts.

Accelerated English 10 Course Numbers: 3368 & 3369 Grade: 10 Credit: 1.0 This college preparatory course will con nue to develop founda ons in all areas of English including reading, wri ng, speaking/listening, and cri cal thinking skills. It builds on previous skills including: literary and rhetorical analysis, argumenta on, research, and various methods of wri ng development. Texts for this course include student selected texts and teacher directed novels, poems, plays, and informa onal text with inten onal depth and complexity.

College credit associated with this class

ARCC College Wri ng and Cri cal Reading Course Numbers: 8301 Grades: 11, 12 Credit: 1.0 Note: This is an Anoka Ramsey Community College course offered at Irondale. Students will earn 4 credits for ENGL 1121 College Wri ng and Cri cal Reading upon successful comple on of the class.

This course fulfills the Minnesota Transfer Curriculum Goal 1: Communica ons and Goal 2: Cri cal Thinking. Students must enroll for both college and high school credit. Students must meet concurrent enrollment eligibility standards to take this class.

Provides extended prac ce in cri cal reading, wri ng, and thinking.

Course content includes the wri ng process, essen al composi on skills, and cri cal reasoning in various rhetorical situa ons. The course requires effec vely reasoned and supported essays including an argumenta ve research paper.

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ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS ARCC Interpersonal Communica on

AP English Language & Composi on (Year long)

Course Number: 8311 Grade: 11, 12 Credit: .75

Course Numbers: 3311 & 3312 Grades: 10, 11, 12 Credit: 1.0

Note: This is an Anoka Ramsey Community College course offered at Irondale. Students will earn 3 credits for CMST 2220 Interpersonal Communica on upon successful comple on of the class. This course fulfills the Minnesota Transfer Curriculum Goal 1: Communica on and Goal 7: Human Diversity. Students must enroll for both college and high school credit. Students must meet concurrent enrollment eligibility standards to take this class.

Students taking AP Language will learn to sustain discussions on topics in both language and rhetoric. This class will help students develop listening and discussion skills in order to reach beyond easy answers to more complex ideas. Students will learn to read closely and cri cally to recognize the characteris cs of the various levels of discourse opera ng in a given language act, examining each piece for dic on, syntax, sentence style and structure, paragraph coherence and unity, and figura ve language. Students will also be required to respond cri cally and reflec vely to a range of essays and ar cles and express their responses in analy cal, argumenta ve, and expository wri ng. At the end of the course, students will have the op on of taking the AP Exam for the opportunity to earn college credit.

A study of interpersonal communica on each of us par cipates in every day. Designed to help students recognize and understand their communica on habits, as well as those of others, in an effort to learn more effec ve communica on skills for improving their interpersonal rela onships. Primary areas of study include communica on theory, language, percep on, self-concept, self-disclosure, emo ons, the impact of culture on communica on, listening, communica on climate, conflict, and nonverbal communica on. An individual speech presenta on is also required.

ARCC College Short Stories Course Number: 8315 Grades: 11, 12 Credit: .75 Note: This is an Anoka Ramsey Community College course offered at Irondale. Students will earn 3 credits for ENGL 2204 Short Stories upon successful comple on of the class. This course fulfills the Minnesota Transfer Curriculum Goal 6: The Humani es & Fine Arts and Goal 7: Human Diversity. Students must enroll for both college and high school credit. Students must meet concurrent enrollment eligibility standards to take this class. Enrollment in this course may be limited.

Students will read selected short stories to explore the scope and variety of this form of literature. Point of view, characteriza on, language, and other elements will be emphasized; students will analyze, interpret, and evaluate the stories. The course will also deal with issues of diversity and may be organized around a par cular topic.

AP Literature & Composi on (Yearlong) Course Number: 3309 & 3310 Grades: 11, 12 Credit: 1.0 Students in this course will prepare to take the AP Literature and Composi on test offered in the Spring. In prepara on for the exam, students will write both med essays and literary analysis papers on canonical works such as Othello, Oedipus Rex, and A Tale of Two Cities. Students will prac ce close cri cal reading skills, examine literary elements, employ literary lenses, and explicate poetry.

CIS University Wri ng Course Number: 8331 Grade: 12 Credit: .1.0 Note: This is a University of Minnesota course offered at Irondale.

Upon successful comple on, students will earn four college credits.

Students must enroll for both college and high school credit. Seniors must be in the top 20% of their class and have taken AP Language and Composi on OR ARCC College Wri ng with a teacher recommenda on.

Teaches effec ve communica on with an audience by helping students discover their own wri ng process: conduc ng primary and secondary research, discovering ideas, dra ing to explore those ideas, revising and edi ng those dra s. Par cipants will work with the instructor and one another to become more confident and competent writers of typical college-level wri ng assignments. They will have typical college-level lesson experiences and write a college or descrip ve essay, an ethnography, trend paper, and an art review.

University grading standards will be observed.

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ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS CIS Introduc on to Literature

Modern Myth II

Course Number: 8321 Grade: 12 Credit: 1.0 Note: This is a University of Minnesota course offered at Irondale.

Upon successful comple on, students will earn four college credits.

Students must enroll for both college and high school credit. Seniors must be in the top 20% of their class and have taken AP Literature and Composi on OR Pre-AP Literature and Composi on with a teacher recommenda on.

Course Number: 3374 Grades: 10, 11, 12 Credit: .5 Sequen al Course: Modern Myth 1

Students will read a variety of texts and apply literary terms, constructs, and lenses in an effort to create meaning of the textual material as well as make new meaning of the world surrounding them. Discussion and wri ng about diverse modern novels, plays, and poems is central to this course. Some of the works used in this course contain mature themes. Because this class is offered for college credit, students will be expected to perform, par cipate, and produce work at college-level.

Reading & Wri ng about Film Course Number: 4363 Grades: 10, 11, 12 Credit: .5 Reading & Wri ng about Film is a class for students who wish to examine the medium of film as a literary and ar s c work. The class will focus on the elements of visual communica on as used in mo on pictures, the art of fic on, the languages of film, the technology of film, a brief history of film, and comparison of films. Film viewing and analysis will concentrate on history, genre, and techniques to reveal both obvious and underlying film messages. Students will study films to develop habits of analysis, cri cism, understanding, and apprecia on of film in a disciplined and crea ve manner.

Modern Mythology: Comic Books & Superheroes Course Number: 3373 Grades: 10, 11, 12 Credit: .5

This course builds on the passion project (inquiry-based/ project-based learning) framework introduced in Modern Myth I and increases in complexity and independence for students. This course will focus on developing independent research skills and real-world/ real audience presenta on skills. This project-based learning course will be en rely driven and planned by student interest/passion and curiosity

Yearbook Publica on Course Number: 3129 Grades: 10, 11, 12 Credit: .5 Note: Offered first semester.

The students in this course develop, plan, supervise and implement the produc on of Irondale’s yearbook u lizing an online program.

Skills experienced include planning coverage, design, wri ng copy, shoo ng, and evalua ng photographs. All aspects of layout, graphics, wri ng and edi ng are covered.

Yearbook Editor Training Course Number: 3136 Grades: 10, 11, 12 Credit: .5 Note: Offered second semester only and is only available to students who were in Yearbook Publica on. This course is designed to be a con nua on of Yearbook Publica on, as well as provide training for the following year’s editors.

This course includes comple on of the publica on of the yearbook, as well as proofreading pages prior to final prin ng. Produc on of the spring supplement and distribu on plans are experienced. Students interested in editor posi ons apply for and plan for the following years’ produc on.

This course immerses students in superhero myth and pop culture using wri en texts, graphic novels, comics, and film selec ons. Students begin by Joseph Campbell’s work on the Hero Cycle and apply their learning to analyze pop culture’s modern mythological heroes: super heroes. Students will engage in discussions, write an essay or two, analyze comic books, compare mul ple versions of a single myth. Also, students in this course will have the opportunity to plan and create a “passion project” connec ng their interests to the vast realm of modern superhero mythology. Students will incorporate research, interview, wri ng, and presenta on skills to create a project to share with the class.

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FAMILY & CONSUMER SCIENCE Foods of the World Course Number: 3849 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 Credit: .5 This course will explore US regional and interna onal foods.

Students will be exposed to mul cultural experiences through food as it celebrates everything that is different and dis nc ve in cultural tradi ons. This course is appropriate for students considering careers in the food service industry.

Introduc on to the Culinary Arts Course Number: 4851 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 Credit: .5 This is a course for students interested in a career in the food service and hospitality industry. It provides students with the opportunity to study nutri on, food prepara on principles and food service skills in a classroom and food lab se ng. Students will work in a team-oriented environment preparing a variety of foods following restaurant standards.

Child Psychology & Development Course Number: 3846 Grades: 10, 11, 12 Credit: .5 Note: Students who successfully complete this course may have the opportunity to earn college credit.

This course provides an overview of child development for students who are pursuing careers in early childhood and parent educa on, child psychology, social work, educa on or human services. Topics will include readiness for paren ng, prenatal development, developmental and learning theories, childhood nutri on, play, and methods of paren ng and guiding children and their behavior. Students will have the opportunity to par cipate in the RealCare® paren ng simula on.

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MATHEMATICS Intermediate Algebra

ARCC College Algebra

Course Numbers: 3464 & 3465 Grades: 9 Credit: 1.0

Course Numbers: 8401 & 8402 Grades: 11, 12 Credit: .75 Sequen al Course: Students are expected to meet requirements to register for ARCC courses.

Note: This is an Anoka Ramsey Community College course offered at Irondale High School. Students will earn 3 college credits for MATH 1200 College Algebra I, upon successful comple on. This course fufills the Minnesota Transfer Curriculum Goal 4: Mathema cal/ Logical Reasoning. Students can enroll for both college and high school credit.

This course will focus on exponents and exponen al models, funcons, transforma ons, polynomials and quadra c models. It will also include the study of data explora on and a review of linear func ons.

Geometry Course Numbers: 3455 & 3456 Grade: 9, 10, 11 Credit: 1.0 Sequen al Course: Intermediate Algebra or concurrent with Intermediate Algebra.

Geometry in two and three dimensions is studied through inves ga on, conjecture, and proof. Students will explore geometry through use of dynamic geometry so ware. Topics include induc ve reasoning, deduc ve reasoning, construc on, symmetry, transforma ons, congruence, similarity, Pythagorean Theorem, area, volume, and right triangle trigonometry

Advanced Algebra Course Numbers: 3405 & 3406 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 Credit: 1.0 Sequen al Course: Students should follow Math Course Pathway or concurrent enrollment in Geometry.

This course builds on students’ Algebra skills. Topics include sequences, recursive formulas, linear models, linear systems, families of func ons, transforma ons, exponents, matrices, polynomials, triangle trigonometry, probability, and sta s cs.

Pre-College Algebra Course Numbers: 3472 & 3473 Grades: 12 Credit: 1.0 Sequen al Course: Advanced Algebra This course is for students who intend to go to college and would like a fourth year of math but who have not met the requirements for College Algebra. This course is designed to provide addi onal prac ce so that students can be prepared to take the Accuplacer exam. Topics include func ons (linear, quadra c, power, exponen al, logarithmic,ra onal), triangle trigonometry and unit circle trigonometry. This course is not intended for credit recovery.

Topics include func ons and func on inverses; exponen al and logarithmic func ons; polynomial and simple ra onal func ons; introduc on to linear programming; systems of equa ons and inequali es; sequences and series; probability; and modeling.

AP Precalculus Course Numbers: 3449 & 3450 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 Credit: 1.0 Sequen al Course: Advanced Algebra This is a full year course with an emphasis on acquiring and applying mathema cal tools in real-world modeling situa ons in preparaon for college level calculus. Topics include polynomial, ra onal, exponen al, logarithmic, trigonometric, and polar func ons as well as func ons involving parameters, vectors and matrices. Students who successfully complete this course will be prepared to take the Precalculus Advanced Placement exam, which may earn them college credit.

AP Calculus AB (AP Calculus 1) Course Numbers: 3422 & 3423 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 Credit: 1.0 Sequen al Course: Precalculus Topics include func ons and graphing, limits, con nuity, differen aon, integra on, the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus, differen al equa ons, and applica ons. Students who successfully complete this course will be prepared to take the Calculus AB Advanced Placement exam, which may earn them college credit.

AP Calculus BC (AP Calculus 2) Course Numbers: 3424 & 3425 Grades: 11, 12 Credit: 1.0 Sequen al Course: AP Calculus AB This course is a con nua on of Calculus 1. Topics include techniques of integra ons, calculus in parametric and polar equa ons, differen al equa ons, sequences and series, vectors, vector func ons, and applica ons. Students who successfully complete this course will be prepared to take the Calculus BC Advanced Placement exam, which may earn them college credit.

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MATHEMATICS Hybrid Mul variable Calculus (MV)

CIS Basic & Applied Sta s cs

Course Numbers: 3466H Grades: 11, 12 Credit: .5 Sequen al Course: AP Calculus BC Note: This course will be offered as a hybrid, combining tradi onal in-class instruc on with online assignments throughout the week. Inclass days will be determined for each semester calendar, averaging 2-3 in-class days per week at Mounds View High School.

A parent informa on mee ng will be required upon registra on.

Student may need to provide their own transporta on.

Course Number: 8421 Grades: 11, 12 Credit: .75 Sequen al Course: First semester of Advanced Algebra (3405) Note: This is a one-semester course.

This course is designed for students to con nue their mathema cs educa on beyond Calculus 2. The first semester focuses on calculus of many variables and vector calculus. These mul variable calculus topics include par al deriva ves, mul ple integrals, vector fields, line integrals, line surface integrals, and applica ons in three-dimensions.

The second semester consists of a university-level Linear Algebra course. The Linear Algebra topics include vectors, matrices, systems of equa ons, subspaces, eigenvalues, eigenvectors, vector spaces, and applica ons.

Hybrid Linear Algebra (MV) Course Numbers: 3467H Grades: 11, 12 Credit: .5 Sequen al Course: AP Calculus BC Note: This course will be offered as a hybrid, combining tradi onal in-class instruc on with online assignments throughout the week.

In-class days will be determined for each semester calendar, averaging 2-3 in-class days per week at Mounds View High School. A parent informa on mee ng will be required upon registra on. Student may need to provide their own transporta on.

This course is designed for students to con nue their mathema cs educa on beyond Calculus 2. The first semester focuses on calculus of many variables and vector calculus. These mul variable calculus topics include par al deriva ves, mul ple integrals, vector fields, line integrals, line surface integrals, and applica ons in three dimensions.

The second semester consists of a university- level Linear Algebra course. The Linear Algebra topics include vectors, matrices, systems of equa ons, subspaces, eigenvalues, eigenvectors, vector spaces, and applica ons.

This course is designed to engage students using a modeling and simula on approach to inference. Sta s cs is more than just an applicaon of mathema cs or a methodology used in some other discipline.

Sta s cs is a principled way of thinking about the world. In par cular, it is a principled approach to data collec on, predic on, and scienfic inference. Upon comple on of this course, students will have an understanding of the founda onal concepts of data, varia on and inference, as well as an apprecia on for the fundamental role that sta s cs play in a host of disciplines, such as business, economics, law and medicine. Upon successful comple on of this course, students earn 3 credits at the University of Minnesota which fulfills the undergraduate Mathema cal Thinking requirement.

Computer Science Principles Course Numbers: 3485 & 3486 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 Credit: 1.0 Sequen al Course: Geometry or an equivalent before enrolling in the course. Other interested students may join with instructor approval Note: Minnesota law requires students to take the equivalent of math through Advanced Algebra. This course allows students to earn an addi onal math credit beyond Advanced Algebra, or its equivalent.

In addi on to a focus on learning how to program, the year-long course is designed to help all students widen the scope of computer science through an explora on of the crea ve aspects of computer science as well as building an understanding of how technology we use every day was developed. We will explore the big ideas of crea vity, abstrac on, data, algorithms, programing, the internet and global impact of compu ng

AP Sta s cs Course Numbers: 3426 & 3427 Grades: 11, 12 Credit: 1.0 Sequen al Course: Advanced Algebra Topics include: measures of center and variability, distribu on func ons, correla on and causa on, uncertainty and randomness, sampling procedures, experimental design, probability, inference, confidence intervals, and tests for significance. Students who successfully complete this course will be prepared to take the corresponding AP exam, which may earn them college credit.

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MATHEMATICS AP Computer Science Principles Course Numbers: 3418 & 3419 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 Credit: 1.0 Sequen al Course: Successful comple on of middle school algebra. Also completed geometry, pre-calc, or enrolled in pre-calc. This course will be an elec ve credit and does not supersede a student’s need to complete Intermediate Algebra, Geometry, and Advanced Algebra.

In addi on to a focus on learning how to program, this year-long college-level course is also designed to help students widen the scope of computer science through an explora on of the crea ve aspects of computer science as well as understanding the iintellectual and everyday contribu ons that computer science offers.

AP Computer Science Principles will include the big ideas of crea vity, abstrac on, data, algorithms, programming, the internet, and the global impact of compu ng.

AP Computer Science A Course Numbers: 3420 & 3421 Grades: 11, 12 Credit: 1.0 Sequen al Course: Precalculus with a C or be er or concurrently enrolled in Pre-Calculus Note: Course credit will be applied as an elec ve credit.

This course is designed to introduce students to computer science and computer programming through the implementa on of algorithms in the Java programming language. Emphasis is placed on problem solving and language structure. Students are asked to write complete or par al computer programs to solve various problems.

Topics include language syntax, object oriented programming, arithme c and logical expressions, parameter passing, condi onal statements, recursion, sor ng and searching techniques and arrays.

At the end of the course students will be prepared to take the AP Computer Science A exam.

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MUSIC Band

Orchestra

Band at Irondale is a comprehensive course of music study providing a rich background in more advanced performance skills, musicianship, music theory, and history. Repertoire includes selec ons from all musical periods, contemporary and alterna ve styles. Students are encouraged to further strengthen their musicianship by playing in extracurricular Irondale musical opportuni es outside of the school day such as Jazz Band, Marching Band, Region Solo & Ensemble Contest, Winter Drumline, Winter Color Guard, Pep Band, Pit Orchestra, and Honors Symphony Orchestra Winds. Previous experience in instrumental music is recommended.

Orchestra at Irondale is a comprehensive course of music study. A variety of string literature is studied throughout the year including standard orchestral literature, alterna ve styles, world music and original concert works. Objec ves include but are not limited to, development of rhythm and pitch accuracy as an individual and as an ensemble, advanced string techniques, increased knowledge of music theory, music history and music terms and a greater apprecia on for music. All orchestras play in at least three concerts and annual field trips. Players are encouraged to further strengthen their musicianship by playing in extracurricular Irondale musical opportuni es including Chamber Orchestra, Pit Orchestra and Region Solo and Ensemble Contest. Previous experience in instrumental music is recommended or instructor approval.

Varsity Band Course Numbers: 3149 & 3150 Grade: 9 Credit: 1.0 All bands at Irondale stress the development of technical performance skills, sight reading skills, and a ainment of overall musical knowledge through daily rehearsals and sec onals. Groups perform a wide variety of music from the classics to current pop selec ons.

All groups perform at Fall, Winter, Spring, Pop Concerts and par cipate in exchange concerts and yearly field trips.

Concert Band Course Numbers: 3141 & 3142 Grade: 10, 11 Credit: 1.0 All bands at Irondale stress the development of technical performance skills, sight reading skills, and a ainment of overall musical knowledge through daily rehearsals and sec onals. Groups perform a wide variety of music from the classics to current pop selec ons. All groups perform at Fall, Winter, Spring, Pop Concerts and par cipate in exchange concerts and yearly field trips. Performs at the Region Music Contest and Commencement.

Symphonic Winds Course Numbers: 3139 & 3140 Grades: 10, 11, 12 Credit: 1.0 Note: Most advanced band comprised primarily of seniors, juniors and sophomores based on audi ons. Registered juniors must successfully complete an audi on in the spring. Registered sophomores must get instructor approval to audi on.

All bands at Irondale stress the development of technical performance skills, sight reading skills, and a ainment of overall musical knowledge through daily rehearsals and sec onals. Groups perform a wide variety of music from the classics to current pop selec ons. All groups perform at Fall, Winter, Spring, Pop Concerts and par cipate in exchange concerts and yearly field trips.Performs at the Region Music Contest, Seniors to Seniors Concert, Suburban East Band Fes val, Spring Tour, and Commencement.

Varsity Orchestra Course Numbers: 3185 & 3186 Grade: 9 Credit: 1.0 Varsity Orchestra is the study of intermediate string techniques and musicianship skills in prepara on for upper level orchestra ensembles. Students study advanced string skills including shi ing, fingerboard posi ons, vibrato and bow technique in addi on to building orchestral ensemble techniques. Through daily exercises and repertoire, students learn music history and music theory which they can apply to all aspects of music making. Performs music exclusively from the string orchestra repertoire. Varsity Orchestra students perform four concerts during the year and par cipate in the MNSOTA Honors Orchestra Fes val.

Concert Orchestra Course Numbers: 3175 & 3176 Grade: 10 Credit: 1.0 Concert Orchestra is open to 10th grade students and is the study of intermediate string techniques, music theory, music history, orchestral ensemble techniques and styles. This orchestra performs music exclusively from the string orchestra repertoire and prepares students for more advanced ensembles. Concert orchestra students perform five concerts a year including the annual Disney concert.

The orchestra tours interna onally every three years with Symphony Orchestra.

Symphony Orchestra Course Numbers: 3181 & 3182 Grades: 11, 12 Credit: 1.0 Symphony Orchestra is an advanced orchestra ensemble that performs music from both the string and full orchestra repertoire.

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MUSIC Choir Choirs at Irondale emphasize group effort toward a common goal of excellence. Students sing a wide variety of choral music, develop individual voice skills, par cipate in a variety of performance experiences, learn to read music, and improve their knowledge of music fundamentals. Choirs perform in four evening concerts: the Fall, Holiday, Spring, and Pops concerts. They also perform in exchange concerts, Region Large Group Contests, field trips, and tours.

Varsity Choir

ARCC College Music Apprecia on (Hybrid) Course Number: 8131H Grades: 11, 12 Credit: .75 Note: This is an Anoka Ramsey Community College course taught at Irondale. Students will earn 3 credits for MUSC 1100 upon successful comple on. This course helps fulfill Minnesota Transfer Curriculum Goal 6C, Humani es and Fine Arts. Students must enroll for both high school and college credit. Students must meet concurrent enrollment eligibility standards to take this class.

Course Numbers: 4169 & 4170 Grade: 9, 10, 11, 12 Credit: 1.0

Survey of the history and diversity found within primarily western music and its rela on to culture and society including a brief survey of the elements of music, incorpora ng the extensive use of audio recordings and a endance at a live performance.

Varsity Choir is open to all students who want to be part of a high quality choir experience in high school. The choir performs at all school concerts and the Region Large Group Contest each spring.

Members receive small group lessons during the first semester and build musical skills and knowledge to help move them to higher level performing and musical experiences.

ARCC College Singing Fundamentals

Knigh ngales Course Numbers: 3154 & 3155 Grades: 10, 11, 12 (Audi on) Credit: 1.0 Note: Knigh ngales is for Soprano and Alto singers that are in grades 10 through 12 Knigh ngales is for upper class treble singers with previous musical experience and a desire for high quality performance. Members con nue to build music theory and musicianship skills for upper level music making. Members perform at all school concerts, Region Contest, and do an exchange concert with an area treble choir.

Course Number: 8135 Grades: 12 Credit: .75 Sequen al Course: Concert Choir for Junior & Senior years Note: This is an Anoka Ramsey Community College course taught at Irondale. Students will earn 3 credits for MUSC 1109 upon successful comple on. This course helps fulfill Minnesota Transfer Curriculum Goal 6C, Humani es and Fine Arts. Students in this ARCC course are simutaneously in Concert Choir and ARCC MUSC 1109. This is not an addi onal semester course requiring space in your schedule.

Students will learn to develop the voice as an instrument and learn basic fundamentals of music, as well as a diversity of singing styles and music history. Opportuni es to perform for peers and instructor will help develop students as performers.

Honors Concert Choir Course Numbers: 3191 & 3192 Grade: 10, 11, 12 (audi on) Credit: 1.0 Note: Honors Concert Choir is for tenors and basses in grades 10 through 12, and sopranos and altos in grades 11 and 12 *Seniors in Concert Choir may be eligible to earn 3 ARCC credits in College Singing Fundamentals. This course is embedded in Concert Choir second semester. See further descrip ons in this sec on.

Honors Concert Choir is an advanced, audi oned, mixed choir for students who possess strong musical and vocal skills. Members con nue to build music theory and musicianship skills for upper level music making. Members are required to perform in many evening performances, at fes vals, and have the opportunity to be a part of a na onal or interna onal tour every other Spring.

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PHYSICAL EDUCATION & HEALTH Students must take one of the following: Fitness for Life or

Team Sports

New Moves to meet the high school physical educa on gradua on requirement.

Course Number: 3536 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 Credit: .5 Note: This is an elec ve course and does NOT meet the physical educa on gradua on requirement.

Fit for Life Course Number: 3520 Online: 3520OL Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 Credit: .5 Note: This course is designed to meet the physical educa on gradua on requirement.

This course emphasizes individual physical fitness, wellness, sport skills and sport concepts. The physical fitness component includes muscular strength and condi oning, cardiovascular endurance, flexibility and fitness planning. The wellness component examines fitness and nutri on concepts students will need to make healthy decisions. Sport skills and concepts include life me skills, rules of play, e que e and sportsmanship. The goal of this class is to explore ac vi es that young people would adopt as lifelong ac vi es.

New Moves PE Course Number: 3531 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 Credit: .5 Note: This course is designed to meet the physical educa on gradua on requirement.

New Moves is an all-girls physical educa on class geared towards students who are seeking a unique physical educa on environment.

Ac vi es include life me fitness, life me skills, and nutri on and fitness concepts: * Cardiovascular condi oning, strength training and flexibility * Golf, tennis, volleyball, dance, and self-defense * Basic nutri on concepts, FITT principle, components of fitness, planning and goal-se ng The goal of this class is to explore ac vi es that young people would adopt as lifelong ac vi es.

This course offers a variety of compe ve team games. Students who enjoy compe ng in a team atmosphere will enjoy this course. The course is geared for beginners to the expert. Ac vi es may include: Flag Football Floor Hockey So ball Team Handball

Basketball Badminton Soccer Volleyball

Life me Leisure Ac vity Course Number: 3529 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 Credit: .5 Note: This is an elec ve course and does NOT meet the physical educa on gradua on requirement.

This is not your typical Physical Educa on class! The co-taught course focuses on opportuni es to par cipate in a variety of ac vi es you can do for a life me. The atmosphere of this course is relaxed and geared toward coopera on and fun. Changing into a Physical Educaon uniform is not required, just bring a pair of athle c shoes.

Ac vi es may include: Badminton So ball/Kickball Volleyball Skiing/Sledding Table Tennis Ul mate Frisbee Pickleball Outdoor Ac vi es

Field Trips may include: Bowling Disc Golf Ice Ska ng Golf Driving Range Mini Golf Archery

Strength Training & Condi oning Course Number: 3538 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 Credit: .5 Note: This is an elec ve course and does NOT meet the physical educa on gradua on requirement..

Strength Training & Condi oning provides any student with an opportunity to learn basic strength and condi oning principles and develop the associated training skills and techniques. No prior training experience required, since the course is designed to meet the needs of the beginner as well as the experienced fitness enthusiast.

This course is highly recommended for any student par cipa ng in Irondale Athle cs.

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PHYSICAL EDUCATION & HEALTH Health Course Number: 3504 Online: 3504OL Grades: 10, 11, 12 Credit: .5 Required: Cannot be taken in 9th grade Note: 1 semester - Grade 10 (recommended). *This is a required course for gradua on.

The Health course builds and reinforces individual awareness of many health-related issues. Topics of study include personal wellness, communica on, mental health, preven on of alcohol, tobacco, and other drug use, sexuality, healthy rela onships, and CPR.

Developmental Adapted Physical Educa on (DAPE) Course Numbers: 5501 & 5502 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 Credit: 1.0 Note: Qualify for DAPE Services via Special Educa on Evalua on Process Students in this course follow the Minnesota State standards in the area of Physical Educa on, while increasing their physical fitness through a variety of ac vi es including team sports, individual sports and recrea onal ac vi es

ARCC College Personal & Community Health Course Number: 8501OL Grades: 11, 12 Credit: .75 Prerequisite: Students must get approval from their Dean in order to take this course.

Note: This is an Anoka Ramsey Community College course offered online. Students will earn 3 college cred- its for HPER 1110 Personal & Community Health upon successful comple on. This course fulfills the Wellness Requirement for Anoka Ramsey Community College AA Degree. Students must enroll for both college and high school credit.

Student may need to provide their own transporta on.

This course meets the Mounds View School’s Health I Gradua on Requirement & Anoka Ramsey’s Wellness Requirement for the Early College Associate of Arts Degree. This course is designed for students who are on track to complete the Anoka Ramsey Associate of Arts Degree.

Personal & Community Health is designed to look at health from a personal and community perspec ve. The course will include an overview of concepts and concerns involving the many dimensions of health and give students knowledge and skills necessary to make informed health decisions.

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SCIENCE Earth Science

ARCC College Biology

Course Numbers: 3625 & 3626 Grade: 9 Credit: 1.0

Course Numbers: 8601 & 8602 Grades: 10, 11, 12 Credit: 1.0 Sequen al Course: Students are expected to meet requirements to register for ARCC courses.

Note: This is an Anoka Ramsey Community College course offered at Irondale. Students will earn 4 college credits for BIOL 1100, Unifying Concepts in Biology, upon successful comple on. This course fulfills the Minnesota Transfer Curriculum Goal 3: Natural Sciences. Students must enroll for both college and high school credit.

Students will explore the wonders of the Earth through hands-on experiments and interac ve ac vi es in this year-long Earth Science course. Students will inves gate phenomena within and between the fields of geology, oceanography, meteorology, and astronomy. The explora on of Earth’s diverse ecosystems and the impact of human ac vi es on the environment will enhance students’ awareness of their role as stewards of the planet. By the end of the course, students will have acquired a solid founda on in Earth Science.

Accelerated Earth Science Course Numbers: 3627 & 3628 Grade: 9 Credit: 1.0 This class will cover the same topics as the Earth Science course. It is designed as an accelerated course where students will develop a deeper understanding of the 9th grade Earth Science concepts. They will also be introduced to addi onal scien fic concepts and prac ces to prepare them for advanced science courses during their high school experience.

Biology Course Numbers: 3617 & 3618 Grades: 10, 11, 12 Credit: 1.0 This course studies the basic principles governing all living things.

The topics include the study of cell structure and cell func ons, cell chemistry and energy systems, heredity, microbiology, and the study of the human body. Biology also explores the rela onship of humans to their environment with emphasis on diversity within plants and animals, and the principles of ecology and evolu on.

AP Biology Course Numbers: 3604 & 3605 Grade: 10, 11, 12 Credit: 1.0 Note: Students that successfully complete this course will be prepared to take the corresponding Advanced Placement exam, which may earn them college credit.

This is a full year, advanced biology class which covers a broad range of biology topics and provides students with a challenging, college-level experience. The expected outcome is a comprehensive understanding of biology’s “Big Ideas”: evolu on, energy, informa on, and interac ons

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Introductory course designed to teach the process of science as it applies to biology today. Topics in biology that will be covered include heredity, evolu on and ecosystems. Biology also explores the rela onship of humans to their environment with emphasis on diversity within plants and animals, and the principles of ecology and evolu on.

Chemistry Course Numbers: 3632 & 3633 Grades: 11, 12 Credit: 1.0 This course is designed for students not pursuing science-related fields in college (note: College Chemistry is recommended for those interested in science-related careers). This introductory course places emphasis on the basics of chemistry. Topics include lab skills, matter, formula wri ng, balancing equa ons, atomic structure, chemical bonding, the periodic table, the mole concept, gases, solu ons, and acids and bases.

ARCC College Chemistry Course Numbers: 8621 & 8622 Grades: 11, 12 Credit: 1.0 Sequen al Course: Students are expected to meet requirements to register for ARCC courses.

Note: This is an Anoka Ramsey Community College course offered at Irondale. Students will earn 4 college credits for CHEM 1020, Interpre ve Chemistry, upon successful comple on. This course meets a requirement for the Minnesota Transfer Curriculum Goal 3: Natural Sciences (Physical Sciences). Students must enroll for both college and high school credit.

Introductory course in chemistry emphasizing elementary principles and applica ons intended for non-science and allied health majors and prepara on for the Principles of Chemistry sequence. Topics include ma er, measurement, atomic theory, bonding theory, nomenclature, organic chemistry, stoichiometry and the mole concept, reac ons, liquids and solids, solu ons, and acid-base chemistry.

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SCIENCE AP Chemistry (MV)

ARCC College Physics

Course Numbers: 3606 & 3607 Grades: 11, 12 Credit: 1.0 Sequen al Course: One year of Advanced Chemistry, College Chemistry-ARCC, or equivalent course

Course Numbers: 8641 & 8642 Grades: 11, 12 Credit: 1.25 Sequen al Course: Students are expected to meet requirements to register for ARCC courses.

Note: This is an Anoka Ramsey Community College course offered at Irondale. Students will earn 5 college credits for Physics 1317, upon successful comple on. This course meets a requirement for the Minnesota Transfer Curriculum Goal 3: Natural Sciences (Physical Sciences). Students must enroll for both college and high school credit.

This is a full year advanced chemistry class which builds on previous chemistry experience. Through a lab-intensive experience, students will explore sophis cated chemistry topics. The expected outcome is a comprehensive understanding of chemical rela onships. Students that successfully complete this course will be prepared to take the corresponding Advanced Placement exam, which may earn them college credit.

Human Anatomy & Physiology Course Number: 3650 Grades: 11, 12 Credit: .5 This course is designed for students with an interest in the biological sciences who intend to pursue further-study in the health or medical fields. The course is a comprehensive study of both the anatomy and the physiology of the human body systems. Included in the study are skin, bones and muscles, nervous system, respira on, circula on, diges on. This is a dissec on based course

Physics Course Numbers: 3654 & 3655 Grades: 11, 12 Credit: 1.0 This year-long course provides a fundamental knowledge of the workings of the physical world. Topics of mo on, force, momentum, energy, oscilla ons and waves, sound, and light will be examined during the year. This is a student-centered course in which studentgroups perform inves ga ons that involve gathering and analyzing data. These experiences are the founda on for the conceptual model that is developed in each unit.

All Irondale physics students par cipate in and a end Irondale’s Physics Fair. This is an evening event at Irondale that is usually the Tuesday before spring break. Please contact a Physics teacher with any ques ons regarding the Physics Fair or to confirm specific dates for the Physics Fair.

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This full-year course is equivalent to the first-semester of a college course in algebra-based physics. The course topics include Newtonian mechanics, Newton’s laws of mo on, gravita on, energy, work, power, momentum, rota onal mo on, fluids, thermodynamics, oscilla ons and mechanical waves, and sound. All Irondale physics students par cipate in and a end Irondale’s Physics Fair. This is an evening event at Irondale that is usually the Tuesday before spring break. Please contact a Physics teacher with any ques ons regarding the Physics Fair or to confirm specific dates for the Physics Fair.

AP Physics C: Mechanics (Full Year) Course Number: 3643 & 3644 Grades: 11, 12 Credit: 1.0 Sequen al Course: AP Calculus I This full-year course is equivalent to the first-semester of a college course in calculus-based physics taken by science and engineering students. The course topics include kinema cs, dynamics, energy, momentum, rota on, gravita on and oscilla on. Students will be prepared for the na onal AP Physics C Mechanics exam given in mid-May. All Irondale physics students par cipate in and a end Irondale’s Physics Fair. This is an evening event at Irondale that is usually the Tuesday before spring break. Please contact a Physics teacher with any ques ons regarding the Physics Fair or to confirm specific dates for the Physics Fair.

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SCIENCE AP Physics C: Mechanics (MV)

Gene cs and Microbiology

Course Number: 3640 Grades: 11, 12 Credit: .5 Sequen al Course: One year of AP Physics, Physics, or equivalent course. One year of Calculus.

Note: This course will be offered as a hybrid, combining tradi onal in-class instruc on with online assignments throughout the week.

Students are required to a end class twice a week at Mounds View High School. Student may need to provide their own transporta on.

Course Number: 3669 Grades: 11, 12 Credit: .5 Sequen al Course: Successful comple ons of Biology, ARCC College Biology, or AP Biology.

This course is a calculus-based physics course that covers kinema cs, dynamics, energy, momentum, rota on, gravita on and oscilla on.

This course is the first of a two-course sequence that is equivalent to the introductory physics sequence taken by science and engineering students at most colleges and universi es. Prepares students for the na onal AP Physics C: Mechanics exam given in mid-May.

In this lab-based-course you will have the opportunity to learn about 21st century gene c technologies and microbiology (the study of viruses and bacteria). In the microbiology laboratory you will get to make yogurt from bacteria, simulate disease spread, and gene cally engineer glow-in-the-dark bacteria. The gene cs laboratory will provide you the opportunity to isolate your own DNA and use it to analyze your own ancestry, use DNA to solve a crime scene, and analyze food from your kitchen to see if it has been gene cally modified.

Zoology AP Physics C: Electricity & Magne sm (MV)

Course Number: 3658 Grades: 11, 12 Credit: .5

Course Number: 3641 Grades: 11, 12 Credit: .5 Sequen al Course: One year of AP Physics, Physics, or equivalent course. One year of Calculus.

Note: This course will be offered as a hybrid, combining tradi onal in-class instruc on with online assignments throughout the week.

Students are required to a end class twice a week at Mounds View High School. Student may need to provide their own transporta on.

Zoology is a semester-long course that will examine the diversity of the animal kingdom by studying the morphology of each animal phyla. Using dissec ons and other lab procedures, the students will learn about the similari es and differences of animal phyla, as well and how animals func on and why animals are united with other forms of life. Topics will also include embryonic development of animals, invertebrate and vertebrate development and the social interac ons of animals.

This course builds on the Hybrid AP Physics C: Mechanics course with the addi on of forces exerted on charged par cles, electric and magne c fields, electric circuits and their components, and the nature of electromagne c radia on. This course is equivalent to the second semester of the introductory physics sequence typically offered at colleges and universi es. This course applies both differen al and integral calculus. Prepares students for the na onal AP Physics C: Electricity and Magne sm exam given in mid-May.

Astronomy (MV) Course Number: 3659 Grades: 10, 11, 12 Credit: .5 Sequen al Course: Successful comple on of geometry.

This course will be a rigorous introduc on to the concepts and methods of astronomy, astrophysics, and cosmology. Emphasis will be placed on understanding how we know what we know about the universe, both on the small and large scales. Topics will include solar system dynamics, stellar evolu on, and the composi on, history, and evolu on of the universe.

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ARCC College Environmental Science Course Number: 8661 Grades: 11, 12 Credit: .1.0 Sequen al Course: Students are expected to meet requirements to register for ARCC courses.

Note: This is an Anoka Ramsey Community College course offered at Irondale. Students will earn 4 college credits for BIOL 1103 Environmental Science, upon successful comple on. This course fulfills the Minnesota Transfer Curriculum Goal 10: People and the Environment. Students must enroll for both college and high school credit.

BIOL 1103: Environmental Science Lecture Introduc on to the basic characteris cs and dynamics of the ecosystems. The effects of the increasing and changing human demands on our environment are explored. Includes an environmentally based lab-like experience. Inves ga ons include field studies, experiments, and analyzing and repor ng outcomes.

This course can be used with BIOL 1103 lecture to sa sfy a general educa on lab course requirement.

College credit associated with this class

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SOCIAL STUDIES Economics

AP Human Geography

Course Number: 3720 Grade: 9 Credit: .5

Course Number: 3705 Grade: 9 Credit: .5

Ninth grade economics will cover a wide variety of topics including: personal economic choice and decision making, the link between supply and demand, our global economy, and personal finance.

Students will leave the class having learned strategies to make smart economic decisions, how to be a smart consumer and will have a be er understanding of how our economy works.

This class is similar to regular human geography, as it explores connec ons between the Earth, human beings, and topics like culture, immigra on, poli cs, and the environment. However, this is a college preparatory class; students will be asked to complete more challenging reading and wri ng assignments, in addi on to fun research and role-playing ac vi es. Students will prepare for the AP Human Geography exam in May, which can be taken to earn college credit.

AP Macroeconomics Course Number: 3706 Grade: 9, 10, 11, 12 Credit: .5 Students are introduced to the principles of economics and will learn how they apply to our present system. The course stresses na onal income and produc on, price determina on, the problems of infla on and unemployment, interest rates, monetary and fiscal policy, and globalism. Students will develop cri cal thinking skills through understanding, applica on, and analysis of fundamental economic concepts.

It is strongly recommended that 9th grade students complete both middle school Algebra and Geometry before taking AP Macroeconomics in place of 9th Grade Economics. This is an upper level course. It is a fast-paced, math oriented, college level course and uses a college level textbook, Economics for AP, by Krugman. If you have ques ons, you may contact your dean about appropriate placement.

Note: Students will have the opportunity to take the AP exam for possible college credit in the spring.

Human Geography Course Number: 3727 Grade: 9 Credit: .5 Ninth grade geography covers a wide variety of topics, including: popula on, culture, environment, land use, and cultural pa erns.

Students will leave the class with an understanding of how socie es and people interact with the physical and poli cal world.

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US History Course Numbers: 3743 & 3744 Grade: 10 Credit: 1.0 This course will provide students with an overview of the history of the United States, examining me periods from colonialism through current day events. Students will focus on complex interac ons between mul ple groups throughout North America. This includes a historical overview of poli cal, scien fic, and social developments.

This course meets the Minnesota state standards in US History.

AP US History Course Numbers: 3710 & 3711 Grade: 10 Credit: 1.0 This course follows the Advanced Placement course guidelines designed by the College Board. This course is a survey of United States History from explora on to contemporary mes. The approach of the course encourages use of higher level thinking skills. The student will have the op on of taking the AP American History Examina on to receive college credit at the end of the school year.

African American History Course Number: 3715 & 3716 Grades: 10, 11, 12 Credit: 1.0 In this course students examine the history, poli cs, economics, society, and culture of African Americans in the United States beginning with the Ancient African socie es through current-day events to gain an understanding of the changing historical narra ve in US History. Students will focus primarily on the history of African Americans. This course meets the Minnesota state standards in US History.

College credit associated with this class

SOCIAL STUDIES World History

AP European History

Course Number: 3747 & 3748 Online: 3747OL & 3748OL Grades: 11, 12 Credit: 1.0

Course Numbers: 3702 & 3703 Grades: 11, 12 Credit: 1.0

Irondale’s world history program consists of 2 semester courses. Both courses are required for gradua on. These courses may be taken in any order during their junior year.

Course 37487- World History: Atlan c Mediterranean World This course covers the history of and interac on between civiliza ons that touch the Atlan c Ocean and Mediterranean Sea from approximately1000 B.C.E. to the present. It includes, but is not limited to, a study of: Classical Greece and Rome; early American indigenous socie es; western religions; Islamic civiliza on in Middle East North Africa and Spain, imperialism; rise of na on-states; Renaissance; Reforma on; Enlightenment; Age of Revolu ons; Industrial Revolu on and the rise of economic theories; globalism; and the rise of fundamentalist movements Course 3748- World History: Pacific/Indian Ocean World This course covers the history of and interac on between civiliza ons that touch the Pacific and Indian Oceans from approximately 10,000 B.C.E. to the present. It includes, but is not limited to, a study of: the Neolithic Revolu on and the development of agricultural based socie es; eastern religions and philosophies; empires and trade routesof Asia and Africa; diffusion of Islam throughout the Pacific/ Indian Ocean world; imperialism and neo-imperialism; independence movements; and the shi ing balance of power in the 20th /21st centuries.

AP World History Course Numbers: 3712 & 3713 Grades: 11, 12 Credit: 1.0 The AP World History course focuses on developing students’ understanding of world history from approximately 1200 C.E. to the present. The course has students inves gate the content of world history for significant events, individuals, developments, and processes in six historical periods, and develop and use the same thinking skills and methods (analyzing primary and secondary sources, making historical comparisons, chronological reasoning, and argumenta on) employed by historians when they study the past.

The course also provides five themes (interac on between humans and the environment; development and interac on of cultures; state building, expansion, and conflict; crea on, expansion, and interac on of economic systems; and development and transforma on of social structures) that students explore throughout the course in order to make connec ons among historical developments in different mes and places encompassing the five major geographical regions of the globe: Africa, the Americas, Asia, Europe, and Oceania

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This course is intended to prepare students for the Advanced Placement examina on in European History while providing them with a firm grounding in the development of Western civiliza on and the humani es. Students work regularly with a variety of primary sources as they trace the development of major ideas and ins tu ons in Europe from the Renaissance to the present.

US Government & Poli cs Course Number: 3742 Online: 3742OL Grade: 12 Credit: .5 This course will examine what it means to be a ci zen in the United States as well as the theories and origins behind our government. We will examine the various structures of government and ways in which we can influence the poli cal system. Major topics include ci zenship and poli cal par cipa on, the philosophical basis of our government, the three branches of government, civil rights, and civil liber es.

AP US Government & Poli cs Course Number: 3704 Grade: 12 Credit: .5 AP U.S. Government and Poli cs provides a college level, nonpar san introduc on to key poli cal concepts, ideas, ins tu ons, policies, interac ons, roles, and behaviors that characterize the cons tu onal system and poli cal culture of the United States.

Students study U.S. founda onal documents, Supreme Court decisions, and other texts and visuals to gain an understanding of the rela onships and interac ons among poli cal ins tu ons, processes, and behavior. They also engage in disciplinary prac ces that require them to read and interpret data, make comparisons and applica ons, and develop evidence-based arguments. In addi on, they complete a poli cal science research or applied civics project.

AP Compara ve Government and Poli cs Course Number: 3757 Grades: 11, 12 Credit: .5 AP Compara ve Government and Poli cs introduces students to the rich diversity of poli cal life outside the United States. The course uses a compara ve approach to examine the poli cal structures, policies, and the poli cal, economic, and social challenges among six selected countries: Great Britain, Mexico, Russia, Iran, China, and Nigeria. Addi onally, students examine how different governments solve similar problems by comparing the effec veness of approaches to many global issues.

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SOCIAL STUDIES ARCC College History of Immigra on and Ethnicity Course Number: 8701 Grades: 11, 12 Credit: 1.0 Note: Upon successful comple on of this class students will earn college credit through Anoka-Ramsey Community College.

This course examines the experiences of immigrants and ethnic groups in the United States from the pre-colonial period to the present. The goal of the course is to gain empathy and understanding for the cultures and ethnici es in our country by exploring a variety of narra ves, stories, and tales of all peoples in the US. Our journey in discovering what it means to be an American will include an inves ga on of the following topics: pre-colonial peoples, forced migra on of Africans, unfree labor in the colonial period, the reloca on of American Indians, and the experiences of immigrant groups which include but are not limited to Asians, Middle Easterners, Africans, Europeans, and La n Americans, with a special focus on Minnesota’s largest ethnic and immigrant groups. We will discuss examples of discrimina on against ethnic groups, and how government immigra on policies have changed, o en in response to an -immigra on social movements. This course also focuses on the concept of assimila on and the meaning of ci zenship as our na on becomes increasingly diverse and mul -cultural.

Holocaust/Genocide Studies Course Number: 3726 Grades: 11, 12 Credit: .5 Never again? Never to forget? These are promises the world made a er the annihila on of over 6 million people during Hitler’s me in power. Yet, there have been numerous atroci es since in Cambodia, Yugoslavia, Rwanda, and currently in Darfur. This course will take an in depth look at twen eth, and twenty-first century genocide in an effort to develop awareness and promote advocacy to speak out against human rights viola ons. Students interested in gaining more informa on about these events are encouraged to register for the class.

Sociology Course Number: 3731 Grades: 10, 11, 12 Credit: .5

Psychology Course Number: 3729 Grades: 10, 11, 12 Credit: .5 Have you ever wanted to understand what influences human behavior? Psychology explores topics that are interes ng and relevant to the lives of young adults; a tude forma on, influence of the brain, memory, sleep/dreams, human development, personality, and psychological disorders. Class demonstra ons, group experiments, and discussions will give students an opportunity to see psychology in ac on!

AP Psychology - Full Year Course Number: 3708 & 3709 Grades: 10, 11, 12 Credit: 1.0 AP Psychology – Full Year students will study the core areas of psychology including social psychology, neuroscience, behavior, memory, learning, sleep/dreams, personality, and psychological disorders. This course follows the Advanced Placement guidelines designed by the College Board and will prepare the student for the AP Exam administered in May. This course is specifically designed for the student that is highly mo vated to take a college level course that enables full year engagement with the course material instead of 1 semester.

AP Psychology - Semester Course Number: 3707 Grades: 10, 11, 12 Credit: .5 The course is designed to introduce students to the systema c and scien fic study of the behavior and mental processes of human beings and other animals. Students are exposed to the psychological facts,principles and phenomena associated with each of the major subfields within psychology, including neuroscience, learning, cogni on,mo va on, development, personality, intelligence, psychological disorders, treatment of disorders, and social psychology. Students also learn about the ethics and methods psychologists use in their science and prac ce. Students who successfully complete this course will beprepared to take the corresponding AP exam, which may earn them college credit.

This course provides an introduc on to sociology where students will learn sociological theory and methods while examining the following topics: society and culture, social ins tu ons, globaliza on, technology, social movements, popular culture and current social problems.

Student ac vi es will be centered on collabora ve research, discussion, and content analysis of various resources. Student-led research projects, along with popular culture content analysis are just a few specific examples of ac vi es during the semester. Students are also encouraged to take the Sociology CLEP exam for possible college credit.

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SOCIAL STUDIES Hybrid AP Psychology (Full Year) (MV) Course Number: 3708H & 3709H Grades: 10, 11, 12 Credit: 1.0 Note: This course will be offered as a hybrid, combining tradi onal inclass instruc on with online instruc on and assignments each week.

A parent informa on mee ng will be required upon registra on. This course will move at a more moderate pace, allowing more me to explore topics, experiments and readings in psychology. Students will have the opportunity to take the AP exam for possible college credit in the spring. Student may need to provide their own transporta on.

The course is designed to introduce students to the systema c and scien fic study of the behavior and mental processes of human beings and other animals. Students are exposed to the psychological facts, principles and phenomena associated with each of the major subfields within psychology, including neuroscience, learning, cognion, mo va on, development, personality, intelli- gence, psychological disorders, treatment of disorders, and social psychology. Students also learn about the ethics and methods psychologists use in their science and prac ce.

Hybrid AP Microeconomics (MV) Course Number: 3751H Grades: 11, 12 Credit: .5 Note: This course will be offered as a hybrid, combining tradi onal inclass instruc on with online instruc on and assignments each week.

A parent informa on mee ng will be required upon registra on.

However, this course will move at a more moderate pace, allowing more me to explore topics, experiments and readings in psychology.

Student may need to provide their own transporta on.

Students are introduced to the principles of microeconomics. The course explores product markets and consumer behavior, with an emphasis on produc on cost analysis, marginal cost-marginal benefit analysis, basic market structures, game theory, factor market decision, the effects of taxes, and short vs. Long-run decision making.

Students will develop cri cal thinking skills and the ability to apply abstract concepts to real-world situa- ons. Independent reading , quizzes, online discussions, ar cle analyses and in - person tests are some of the required assignments to successfully complete this course. Students will have the opportunity to take the AP exam for possible college credit. .

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SPECIAL EDUCATION Founda ons of Life Skills Course Numbers: 5901 & 5902 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 Credit: 1.0 Note: By referral only This course incorporates reading, wri ng, and math into the transi on domain of independent living skills. This course allows for mul ple “hands on” opportuni es in a variety of se ngs. Students will have access to the community, our kitchen and the classroom.

The course is designed with a spiral teaching method. Skills are taught in small steps; adding more depth and requiring more independence as the student gains success. The course is intended for students who benefit from supported, mul -modal, hands-on, repeated academic instruc on across a variety of se ngs. This course is intended to be a prerequisite to Life Skills Reading and Life Skills Math

Life Skills Reading Course Numbers: 5301 & 5302 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 Credit: 1.0 Note: By referral only This course will focus on two primary areas: mee ng Minnesota State Standards for the Minnesota Test of Academic Skills (MTAS), and developing func onal reading, speaking, and wri ng skills that will allow students to be independent adults. Students will develop their understanding of short fic on and nonfic on passages. Passages and tasks may be accompanied by pictures, symbols, and/or objects. They will also learn speaking skills that enable them to express their own opinions about the things they read and to build on the opinions of other students during class discussion. In addi on, students will learn vocabulary strategies that will improve their reading and wri ng abili es.

Life Skills Math Course Numbers: 5401 & 5402 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 Credit: 1.0 Note: By referral only This course will focus on two primary areas: mee ng Minnesota State standards for the Minnesota Test of Academic Skills (MTAS), and developing func onal math skills that will allow students to be independent adults. Students will develop a basic understanding of concepts including linear func ons, graphical methods, plane and solid geometric figures, and solving real world problems using algebraic and geometric methods. Students will also develop func onal math skills including making change, telling me, and budge ng.

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Life Skills Science Course Numbers: 5601 & 5602 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 Credit: 1.0 Note: By referral only This course will focus on an introduc on to many of the Minnesota State Standards for science. The curriculum has been divided into six focus areas including animals, plants, hygiene, nutri on, weather, and the human body.

Life Skills Transi ons Course Numbers: 5905 & 5906 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 Credit: 1.0 Note: By referral only This course focuses on the transi on domains of post secondary educa on, employment and independent living skills. While this course will address the first two domains, the primary focus will be on the a ainment of independent living skills. The course will address self advocacy, consumer math, meal planning, nutri on, personal safety, social skills, and communica on. Students will also learn about internet safety while u lizing technology in meaningful ways. The course allows for mul ple “hands on” opportuni es in a variety of se ngs. Students will have the opportunity to u lize skills in the community, our kitchen and the classroom.

Life Skills Social Skills Course Numbers: 4045 & 4046 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 Credit: 1.0 Note: By referral only This class is designed for students who have iden fied areas of need in social skills, based off of iden fied disability areas of Au sm Spectrum and/or Development/Cogni ve Disability. Students are provided direct instruc on of social skills in a small group se ng.

Developmental Adapted Physical Educa on (DAPE) Course Numbers: 5501 & 5502 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 Credit: 1.0 Note: Qualify for DAPE Services via Special Educa on Evalua on Process Students in this course follow the Minnesota State standards in the area of Physical Educa on, while increasing their physical fitness through a variety of ac vi es including team sports, individual sports and recrea onal ac vi es

SPECIAL EDUCATION Reading Skills

Transi on Math

Course Numbers: 4308 & 4309 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 Credit: 1.0 Note: By referral only

Course Numbers: 5405 & 5406 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 Credit: 1.0 Note: By referral only

In this English Language Arts course, student will increase their reading comprehension skills using a variety of before, during, and a er reading strategies. By the end of the course, students will be able to use strategies to independently: iden fy the central idea, summarize text, determine word meaning/choice, and make an inference in informa onal and literary texts.

Students develop mathema cal problem solving skills using whole numbers, frac ons, percents, rates, ra os, propor ons, and exponents. Students will understand the meanings of mathema cal opera ons and how they relate to one another. Students will use and apply real world meanings to mathema cal situa ons, including word problems. Students will also understand the basic principles of algebraic equa ons including one and two step equa ons, func ons, and the coordinate graph system.

Literature Skills 3A Course Numbers: 5315 Grades: 11, 12 Credit: .5 Note: By referral only Designed to help students understand and apply basic skills in reading a variety of literature. This course incorporates state standards in English Language Arts. Students will be able to determine a theme or central idea of a text, iden fy suppor ng details, cite textual evidence, make inferences and predic ons, analyze an author’s purpose and point of view, and describe a character’s internal (moral) conflicts. Students will learn to write narra ves to develop real or imagined experiences and events, use narra ve techniques to engage the reader (i.e. hooks, descrip ve language, reflec ons), and make smooth transi ons to convey proper sequencing. Students will also develop grammar skills through structured sentence wri ng and vocabulary expansion.

Literature Skills 3B Course Numbers: 5316 Grades: 11, 12 Credit: .5 Note: By referral only Designed to help students understand and apply basic skills in reading a variety of literature. This course incorporates state standards in English Language Arts. Students will be able to determine a theme or central idea of a text, iden fy suppor ng details, cite textual evidence, make inferences and predic ons, analyze an author’s purpose and point of view, and describe a character’s internal (moral) conflicts. Students will learn to write narra ves to develop real or imagined experiences and events, use narra ve techniques to engage the reader (i.e. hooks, descrip ve language, reflec ons), and make smooth transi ons to convey proper sequencing. Students will also develop grammar skills through structured sentence wri ng and vocabulary expansion.

Social Studies Skills 1 Course Numbers: 5701 & 5702 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 Credit: 1.0 Note: By referral only Social studies skills introduces students to a wide variety of topics including the five themes of geography and fun- damental concepts of micro/macro economics. The coursework is modified to meet the needs of the students.

Science Skills Course Numbers: 5603 & 5604 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 Credit: 1.0 Note: By referral only This course will focus on mee ng Minnesota State Standards in the core area of science. Students will understand basic scien fic principles and how these principles relate to the world. Students will demonstrate proficiency in mul ple science standards including the scien fic method, plant and animal structures, posi ve and nega ve impacts to an ecosystems, and physical traits.

Study Skills Course Numbers: 5915 & 5916 Grades: 9, 10, 10, 11 Credit: 1.0 Note: By referral only (1 or 2 Semesters) Designed for students who need specialized tutoring to become independent learners. Students earn .5 credit per class per semester

Acquire Skills & Knowledge (ASK) Course Numbers: 5909 & 5910 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 Credit: 1.0 Note: By referral only This class is designed for students whose iden fied area of disability is on the Au sm Spectrum. Students are provided individualized academic support and direct instruc on of social skills is provided on a small group basis. moundsviewschools.org/irondale I 55

SPECIAL EDUCATION Raising Individual Success Everyday (RISE)

Work-Based Learning Seminar

Course Numbers: 5919 & 5920 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 Credit: 1.0 Note: By referral only

Course Numbers: 5811 & 5812 Grades: 11, 12 Credit: .5 - 1.0 Note: By referral only

RISE is a special educa on service/interven on offered for students who meet the behavioral and educa onal needs of at-risk special educa on students. Students will receive direct instruc on with a curriculum which coincides with goals that include, but are not limited to: social skills, behavior modifica on through the use of coping strategies, self-advocacy and organiza on while being provided with academic support.

This course provides students with the skills necessary for securing and maintaining employment. Some of the course ac vi es will include comple ng voca onal assessments, online job applica ons and inves ga ng career op ons. Other ac vi es include guest speakers, mock interviewing and volunteering opportuni es weekly.

Employment topics, and post-secondary educa on op ons will be discussed on a con nuing basis. Students will create a resume, learn interviewing techniques and gain real world employment skills while working in the community. A hybrid version of this class is available if needed.

Pre-Voca onal Skills Course Numbers: 5801 & 5802 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 Credit: 1.0 Note: By referral only Students must be receiving Special Educa on Services through Irondale High School Life Skills Program Pre-voca onal skills expose students to job readiness by se ng the stage for students to build confidence and improve their communica on skills. Students par cipate in hands-on, pre-voca onal training in the areas of clerical/mail delivery, hospitality/coffee cart, and environmental/school wide recycling.

Voca onal Skills Course Numbers: 5803 & 5804 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 Credit: 1.0 Note: By referral only Students must be receiving Special Educa on Services through Irondale High School Life Skills Program Voca onal Skills helps students to develop career and life skills that will help them with obtaining and maintaining employment. Students learn and develop personal and performance skills, as well as employability skills necessary for the world of work while par cipa ng in a business simula on within the school or community employment se ng

Life Skills OJT - On The Job Training Course Numbers: 5805 & 5806 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 Credit: 1.0 Note: By referral only Students must be receiving Special Educa on Services through Irondale High School Life Skills Program This course prepares the student to hold a job during their high school day through the development of skills for the workplace within the community and/or employment se ngs. Students are provided with necessary supports to increase their work readiness skills. Students may par cipate in one to three class periods.

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Work-Based Learning On-the-Job Training (OJT) Course Numbers: 5813 & 5814 Grades: 11, 12 credit 0.5 up to 2.0 Note: By referral only Work-Based Learning OJT enables students to develop employment skills at an off campus work site while earning school credit as part of the school day or a er school hours. As part of this course, students are expected to have a job. To receive the Work-Based Learning credit, a student must work a minimum of 10 hours per week and remain employed for the dura on of the course. The student is required to complete a training agreement and training plan, in addi on to documen ng hours worked during the week. The work coordinator will work directly with the student to find a suitable part- me work site. The work coordinator will work with the employer to evaluate work performance and visit the work site to observe the student worker.

WORLD LANGUAGES American Sign Language 1

American Sign Language 4 (MV)

Course Numbers: 3201 & 3202 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 Credit: 1.0

Course Numbers: 3207 & 3208 Grades: 12 Credit: 1.0 Sequen al Course: Comple on of ASL 1 & 2, 3

During the first level of American Sign Language, the student will develop a founda on of basic vocabulary and basic gramma cal structure. Also, the student will be introduced to classifiers, numbers, expressions and emo onal varia ons. Successful comple on of the course will allow the student to converse with deaf individuals at the survival level. In addi on, the student will be expected to demonstrate understanding of the deaf culture and its rela onship to ASL.

ARCC College American Sign Language and Culture 2

Course Numbers: 8201 & 8202 Grades: 10, 11, 12 Credit: 1.0 Sequen al Course: Students are expected to meet requirements to register for ARCC courses and comple on of Sign Language 1 Note: This course is offered as a concurrent enrollment op on through Anoka Ramsey Community College. In order for this course to be offered for college credit, 51% or more of the students registered must commit to taking the course for college credit. If the 51% mark is not met, then the course will be offered for high school credit only.

A con nua on of basic aspects of American Sign Language (ASL) taught in ASL 3201-3202 - its basic vocabulary, structure, syntax, and grammar. Students will con nue to focus on fingerspelling, numbers, facial grammar and sentence structure. Students will also further develop the conversa onal/cultural behaviors necessary to hold a beginning-level conversa on. More challenging examples of Deaf humor will be presented as well as addi onal cultural informa on to aid student development of awareness of and apprecia on for the unique linguis c rela onship between language and culture among those deaf /hard-of-hearing individuals who use ASL to communicate.

American Sign Language 3 Course Numbers: 3205 & 3206 Grades: 11, 12 Credit: 1.0 Sequen al Course: Comple on of ASL 1 & 2

This course expands on the development of American Sign Language (ASL) vocabulary and grammar, including the use of two to three character role shi s. Students learn to describe se ngs, and explain or discuss everyday objects and their use, step-by-step processes, cause and effect, and culturally related topics related to Deaf Community. Students will con nue to refine and expand their ASL skills in the areas of fluency, accuracy and comprehension as developed in previous levels. Students will develop their abili es to converse at an advanced level with Deaf individuals and have opportuni es to use their skills with Deaf individuals in a variety of situa ons. The Deaf culture will be studied extensively.

Chinese 1 Course Numbers: 3222 & 3223 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 Credit: 1.0 Ni hao! The primary goals of this course is to develop basic communica on by understanding the pinyin rules and developing pronunciaon skills, learning basic vocabulary, word usage and prac ce speaking and listening skills. We focus on “Me”, for example, my family, my school, my hobbies, etc. We emphasize Chinese character rocogni on and wri ng. Students also learn Chinese history and culture through various ac vi es. We will celebrate Chinese tradi onal fes vals

Chinese 2 Course Numbers: 3224 & 3225 Grades: 10, 11, 12 Credit: 1.0 Sequen al Course: Chinese 1 Chinese 2 builds upon the skills acquired in Chinese 1 and includes an emphasis on interpersonal, interpre ve, and presenta onal communica on through both speaking and listening. Building grammar, reading, and wri ng skills in addi on to con nued development of listening and speaking skills are also emphasized in this course.

Students will con nue to study Chinese culture and history using authen c materials (e.g., listening to radio programs, watching online educa onal videos and reading authen c storybooks) throughout the course. History and culture will also be included in this course.

During the third year of American Sign Language students will review and expand upon previously learned topics. Their fluency, accuracy and comprehension will be developed more fully with strong emphasis on nonmanual markers. The student will be able to elaborate in American Sign Language in formal and informal social and work situa ons, develop situa onal problem-solving, and develop further fluency with abstract idea. The student will study in more depth of the Deaf Culture and history. Successful comple on of this course will allow student to converse with Deaf individuals at an intermediate level.

College credit associated with this class

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WORLD LANGUAGES Chinese 3 (MV)

French 2

Course Numbers: 3226 & 3227 Grades: 10, 11, 12 Credit: 1.0 Sequen al Course: Chinese 2

Course Numbers: 3246 & 3247 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 Credit: 1.0 Sequen al Course: French 1

Chinese 3 builds onto the skills that were acquired in Chinese 2. This course emphasizes interpersonal and presenta on communica on in both speaking and listening skills. Of topics and expansion, there will be an increase of language fluency and accuracy. Increased emphasis is placed on Chinese grammar, reading, and wri ng skills in addi on to con nues development of listening and speaking skills.

More authen c materials such as audio and video clips, and texts are integrated into the curriculum to provide students with opportuni es to prac ce situa ons that na ve speakers might encounter. Students will role-play real life situa ons. The study of Chinese culture is heightened by explora on of different cultural topics.

French 2 students con nue to work on presenta onal, interpersonal and interpre ve communica on, with special emphasis on learning to communicate in the past tense. The study of the geography, history and culture of French-speaking countries is emphasized. Topics include clothing and shopping, holidays and celebra ons, home life and chores, and expansion on food and travel.

Chinese 4 (MV)

Francophone cultures are studied from the viewpoint of geography, customs, and contribu ons to the world. Students will work toward increased interpersonal, interpre ve and presenta onal communicaon on a variety of topics. Students may choose French 4 or AP French upon comple on of this course.

Course Numbers: 3228 & 3229 Grades: 10, 11, 12 Credit: 1.0 Sequen al Course: Chinese 3 Note: This course will help students prepare for the AP Chinese exam.

Chinese 4 builds upon the skills acquired in Chinese III. This course emphasizes interpersonal, interpre ve, and presenta onal communica on through both speaking and listening ac vi es. Upon successfully comple ng this course, students will be able to increase their levels of language proficiency in speaking, listening, reading, and wri ng by engaging in various class ac vi es (e.g., role play, writing journals, long poems, and stories). Students will be expected to read text (in character) without pinyin and to write character in class assignments a majority of the me throughout this course. Chinese culture learning is incorporated in this course as well.

French 1 Course Numbers: 3244 & 3245 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 Credit: 1.0 Bienvenue! In this first year, the students will learn the basics of French through presenta onal, interpersonal and interpre ve communica on. This course is designed to teach students how to communicate in French, both in person and via technology. Students learn about French speaking countries around the world and increase their awareness in the French language and culture. This course uses a communica ve approach to achieve novice level proficiency by the end of the school year. Topics include basic communica on while traveling, hobbies, school, family and iden ty

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French 3 Course Numbers: 3248 & 3249 Grades: 10, 11, 12 Credit: 1.0 Prerequisite: French 2

French 4 Course Numbers: 3250 & 3251 Grades: 11, 12 Credit: 1.0 Sequen al Course: French 3 Note: This course will meet everyday combined with AP French.

Reading and listening comprehension, wri ng proficiency, and oral spontaneity are emphasized. Much group interac on and discussion is included. Curriculum is based around the six AP themes: Families and Communi es, Global Challenges, Personal and Public Iden es, Science and Technology, Contemporary Life and Beauty and Aesthetics. This class will meet every day, combined with AP French.

WORLD LANGUAGES AP French (MV)

Spanish 3

Course Numbers: 3242 & 3243 Grades: 11, 12 Credit: 1.0 Sequen al Course: French 3

Course Numbers: 3287 & 3288 Grades: 10, 11, 12 Credit: 1.0 Sequen al Course: Spanish 2 or equivalent.

This class will emphasize comprehension of authen c wri en and spoken French sources on the Internet and in print. Curriculum is based around the six AP themes: Families and Communi es, Global Challenges, Personal and Public Iden es, Science and Technology, Contemporary Life and Beauty and Aesthe cs. By successfully comple ng this course, students will be able to compare, in both wri en and spoken forms, the products, perspec ves, and prac ces of the French-speaking cultures to their own culture. Students who successfully complete this course will be prepared to take the corresponding AP exam, which may earn them college credit.

Students will build upon the skills from Spanish 2. Students begin to work with more complicated sentence structures. Students learn to expand and enrich what they can communicate about in Spanish to include the world outside of their own experiences. Upon successful comple on of this course, students will be prepared for Spanish 4.

Spanish 1

Students con nue to prac ce their oral communica on skills as well as increase their proficiency in reading and wri ng through more indepth ac vi es. Upon successful comple on of this course, students will be prepared for Spanish 5 or AP Spanish Language & Culture.

Course Numbers: 3283 & 3284 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 Credit: 1.0 Note: This course is designed for students who have not had any level of Spanish. Please see dean with any ques ons.

Students will be taught the basics of the four skills of Spanish: speaking, listening, reading, and wri ng the language. The students will learn correct Spanish pronuncia on and useful expressions for travel and basic communica on. Students will also gain an understanding of the basic geography and culture of the Spanishspeaking world. Upon successful comple on of this course, students will be prepared for Spanish 2.

Spanish 4 Course Numbers: 3291 & 3292 Grades: 10, 11, 12 Credit: 1.0 Sequen al Course: Spanish 3 or equivalent.

Spanish 5 (MV) Course Numbers: 3293 & 3294 Grades: 11, 12 Credit: 1.0 Sequen al Course: Spanish 4 or equivalent.

Spanish 2

This course will synthesize the language that has been learned in previous levels. The course will use Spanish to focus on culture, literature, and film of the Spanish-speaking world. The class will be conducted in Spanish and is for students who commit to speak Spanish in class.

Course Numbers: 3285 & 3286 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 Credit: 1.0 Sequen al Course: Spanish 1 or equivalent

AP Spanish Language & Culture

Students will con nue to develop speaking, listening, reading, and wri ng skills. Students will learn to communicate about past events as well as present situa ons. Spanish-speaking cultures are studied.

Upon successful comple on of this course, students will be prepared for Spanish 3.

Course Numbers: 3275 & 3276 Grades: 11, 12 Credit: 1.0 Sequen al Course: Spanish 4 or 5 or equivalent.

Note: Based on enrollment this class may be offered at Mounds View OR Irondale High School.

This course will emphasize comprehension of authen c wri en and spoken Spanish. By successfully comple ng this course, students will be able to compare, in both wri en and spoken forms, the products, perspec ves, and prac ces of the Spanish-speaking cultures to their own. Students who successfully complete thi course will be prepared to take the corresponding AP exam, which may earn them college credit.

College credit associated with this class

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WORLD LANGUAGES Spanish for Heritage Speakers Course Numbers: 3295 & 3296 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 Credit: 1.0 This course is for students whose home language is Spanish.

Students will develop their reading, wri ng, listening and speaking skills. Grammar instruc on in Spanish is provided as needed. Course topics include iden ty, social jus ce, art, food, literature, and music.

Students who successfully complete this course should con nue on and take Spanish for Heritage Speakers 2.

Spanish for Heritage Speakers 2 Course Numbers: 3297 & 3298 Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 Credit: 1.0 Sequen al Course: Spanish for Heritage Speakers This course is for students whose home language is Spanish. This course is a con nua on of Spanish for Heritage Speakers. Students will con nue to develop their reading, wri ng, speaking, and listening skills. Grammar instruc on in Spanish is provided as needed. Course topics include iden ty, social jus ce, educa on, the enveironment, and legends. Students who successfully complete this class may earn college credit through the AP Spanish Language and Culture Exam or CLEP test.

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College credit associated with this class

OTHER ELECTIVE OPTIONS ELL

Spring Lake Park

English Language Learners (ELL 2)

Teacher Educa on I: (Spring Lake Park)

Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 Credit: up to 1.0 per semester

Grades: 11, 12 Credits: 1.0 Note: Please see your dean to register for this class. This is a 2-hour course offered at Spring Lake Park High School. This is the first in a sequence of two-year long courses offered by th UofM. While this course is open to any Junior or Senior, it is highly recommende to take the class as a Junior so you can take the second class as a Senior.

• Instruc on for students whose primary language is not English.

• Resource period available upon request of EL teacher Mul lingual Learners earn elec ve credit as they improve and strengthen their English Language skills in listening, reading, wri ng, and speaking.

Peer Tutors

Peer Tutor Grades: 11, 12 Credit: .5 Peer Tutor placements are priori zed by the academic need for addi onal support in classrooms. Students who register as a Peer Tutor are paired with a par cular class based on their own academic achievement and individual strengths. The Peer Tutors should be ac ve in the classroom (checking in with students and even at mes suppor ng instruc on) and should not take a endance, grade papers, or enter assignments.

Peer Tutors will receive a 0.5 credit with a grade of “P” or “NG”. A student may be a Peer Tutor one me unless granted an appeal by the Administra on.

Office Assistants

Office Assistants Grades: 11, 12 Credit: .5

The course is designed to give students an entry point into pursuing a career in educa on by providing both content knowledge and field experiences. Students explore the self as a teacher, the culture of teaching, student learning, and the sociocultural and poli cal influences on teaching and learning. Students will consider the role of equity in working with diverse students and develop reflec ve prac ces. In addi on, students in the course will par cipate in discussions, write reflec ve papers, and engage in small-group ac vi es.

Throughout the year, students will work with students as an intern in a local elementary, middle, or high school classroom, under the supervision of a mentor teacher.

Engineering Essen als (Spring Lake Park) Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 Credits: 1.0 Note: Please see your dean to register for this class. This course is offered at Spring Lake Park High School.

Engineering Essen als is a course designed to explore engineering as a process, mindset, and career for students to inves gate whether they are interested in engineering and want to further explore the engineering pathway a er the end of the course. Students will work on documenta on of design, systems thinking, experimental design, and computer modeling. Students will work as a group to apply the design process to solve and present their solu ons to challenges that cover a wide variety of engineering fields, including mechanical, civil, electrical, industrial, and environmental engineering.

Office Assistants are assigned to help in designated areas (Student Services, Front Office, IMC, etc.). These spots are determined by the student’s dean as a part of their personalized learning plan.

Office Assistants will receive a 0.5 credit with a grade of “P” or “NG”. A student may be an Office Assistant one me unless granted an appeal by the Administra on.

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HYBRID & ONLINE COURSE INFORMATION Hybrid course offerings 2024 - 2025 2023 - 2024 Hybrid Courses

Loca on

Course #

Period

Semester or Year Long

AP Microeconomics

MV

3751H

TBD

Semester

AP Psychology

MV

3708H & 3709H

TBD

Year Long

ARCC Music Apprecia on

ID

8131H

TBD

Semester

ARCC Introduc on to Art

ID

8101H

TBD

Semester

Mul -Vaiable Calc/Linear Algebra

MV

3466H & 3467H

TBD

Year Long

Online course offerings 2024 - 2025 Online Course Name

Course #

Semester or Year Long

3747OL & 3748OL

Year Long

US Government & Poli cs

3742OL

Semester

Health

3504OL

Semester

Fit for Life

3520OL

Semester

ARCC College Community & Personal Health

8501OL

Semester

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Also available online

World History: ATMED & PACINDO

College credit associated with this class

ATHLETIC / ACTIVITIES Athle cs FALL Adapted Soccer Boys Cross Country Running Girls Cross Country Running Football Boys Soccer Girls Soccer Girls Swimming/Diving Girls Tennis Girls Volleyball WINTER Adapted Floor Hockey Boys & Girls Alpine Skiing Boys Basketball Girls Basketball Girls Dance Team Girls Gymnas cs Boys Hockey Girls Hockey Boys & Girls Nordic Skiing Boys Swimming/Diving Wrestling SPRING Adapted So ball Baseball Boys Golf Girls Golf Boys Lacrosse Girls Lacrosse So ball Boys Tennis Girls Track Boys Track

For addi onal assistance or ques ons, please contact our Ac vi es Office staff at the following: Sue Weber Ac vi es Administra ve Assistant 651-621-6822 Chris Fink Ac vi es Director 651-621-6821 Bill Mauricio Assistant Ac vi es Director 651-621-6991

Fine Arts Ac vi es Dance Club, Fall Season Math Team Quiz Bowl Debate Team

Drama Club Mock Trial Speech Team

MUSIC OFFERINGS: * These Music groups are an extension of the curricular music classes Colorguard (Fall & Winter) Guyz Group Singers Marching Band Diva Singers Bella Voce` Choir

Chamber Orchestra Drumline Jazz Band Pep Band Wind Ensemble

Other Ac vi es A.C.E. Club (Architecture, Construc on & Engineering) Amazon Club Art Club Knight’s Asian Student Union B.S.U / Black and Pan African Student Union Bowling Team (Community Ed) Chris an Fellowship Club (ICF) Clay Target Team (Community Ed) DECA – an Associa on of Marke ng Students Dungeons & Dragons Club Earth Club E-Sports Club H.E.A.R.T Club (Mental Health and Well Being) History Club Knight’s Quest La no Club Le ers of Love Club Med Club Muslim Student Associa on (MSA) Na onal Honor Society Na ve Student Union Pride Club / GSA Robo cs Team Space Club Strategy Game Club (Community Ed) Strength & Condi oning S.T.A.R.S. Group Student Council Ul mate Frisbee (Community Ed) Unified Club Volleyball, boys (Community Ed)

For descrip ons of clubs, and most current info, please go to: www.moundsviewschools.org/irondaleathle csandac vi es and click on “Ac vi es” in the le hand column

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Irondale High School Administra ve Team

Lee Vang Associate Principal 651-621-6820

Chris Fink Ac vi es Director 651-621-6821

lee.vang@mvpschools.org

chris.fink@mvpschools.org

Kate Metcalf Associate Principal 651-621-6817

Lindsey Oakley Administra ve Intern 651-621-6810

Staci Souhan Associate Principal 651-621-6990

kathryn.metcalf@mvpschools.org

lindsey.oakley@mvpschools.org

staci.souhan@mvpschools.org

Vichai Saefong Principal 651-621-6803 vichai.saefong@mvpschools.org

Irondale High School • 2425 Long Lake Road • New Brighton, MN 55112 • 651.621.6800