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EDISON HIGH SCHOOL 21400 Magnolia Street Huntington Beach, CA 92646 (714)962-1356 edisonchargers.com

8th Grade Course Offerings Handbook SPRING 2017 COURSE SELECTION INSTRUCTIONS 1. Each student will be given a yellow course request card and this Course Offerings Handbook in March/April, which will show general guidelines for recommended class placement based on test scores and teacher recommendations. 2. Parents and students are asked to review the course selections with their student, make notes to the school if necessary, sign the yellow course request card and return it as instructed. 3. In reviewing the course selections for the year 2017-2018, students and parents should keep in mind a total four-year education plan based on ability, interests, and post high school plans. 4. During the summer, refer to the Planning Guide for Students and Parents regarding college requirements for admission, university accepted courses taught at Edison High School, sample Four Year Educational Plans, the Academic Scholar Program and STAR Programs. The Planning Guide is also accessible through our district website: www.hbuhsd.edu under the “Students and Families” drop down menu and click on “Planning Guide”. 5. Course offerings are subject to student requests, enrollment and funding. Enrollment in a zero period class is a privilege and is based on several criteria such as: teacher availability, course offerings, athletic/co-curricular needs. Poor attendance or excessive tardiness can lead to student removal from the zero period class. 6. Proper student placement is crucial to the success of your student’s educational experience at Edison High School. Test scores, grades, teacher recommendations, and student interest are the criteria to guide student placement.

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EDISON HIGH SCHOOL Class of 2021 Student Placement Guidelines GENERAL GUIDELINES FOR STUDENT PLACEMENT Honors Placement The honors and higher level classes for freshmen are: English Honors, World Geography Honors (MUN), AP Human Geography and Accelerated Biology (see chart below)

English Honors 8th Grade 1st semester English Grade of A or B 8th grade teacher recommended placement based on study/work habits.

MUN World Geography Honors MUN accepts all interested students, application required

Academy of Sustainability at Edison (ASE) Biology A or B in 8th grade 1st semester science or teacher recommendation. Gates-MacGinite at or above grade level. 8th grade teacher recommended placement based on study/work habits. Concurrent enrollment in Algebra 1 or higher recommended.

Accelerated Biology 8th Grade 1st Semester Science Grade A or B or teacher recommendation 8th grade teacher recommended placement based on study/work habits. Concurrent enrollment in Algebra 1 or higher recommended.

English/Language Arts Four English classes are offered to incoming 9th grade students: ● (01C) College Prep (CP) English 1 - designed for the college preparatory student. ● (01G) CP English Honors 1 - highest-level English class; Advanced Placement preparatory; designed for the motivated college-bound student. ● (08A) CP English 1 CIBACS- application and interview required, college preparatory English ● (07B) English 1 (LEP) – placement is done by CELDT exam for students identified as English language learners. These students are concurrently enrolled in English Language Development (ELD). Mathematics Current math grades, Smarter Balanced Assessment (SBAC) scores and teacher recommendation determine placement. (20G) Algebra-Prep – This one-year course provides the foundational skills necessary for students to succeed in a rigorous Algebra 1 curriculum. Students who find new concepts in algebra difficult to grasp will benefit from this course, as opposed to Algebra 1. (21I) Algebra 1 – This one year course follows the Common Core State Standards and provides an introduction to the family of functions as a modeling application. (22C) Accelerated Geometry – This one year course follows the Common Core State Standards and provides students with the opportunity to study geometric relationships in the plane and in three dimensions utilizing induction, deduction and modeling techniques. Geometry placement will be made based on the score earned from taking the district Geometry Placement

Exam – dates, time and location to be announced. (21M) Algebra 2/Trig – Algebra 2/Trig is a fast-paced yearlong course that combines the content of Algebra 2 with applications of Trigonometric functions. Completion of Algebra 1 and Geometry as well as taking the district Placement Exam – dates, time and location to be announced - will determine placement in this course.

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Algebra 2/Trig Accelerated Geometry Accelerated Geometry Algebra 1 Algebra Prep

PreCalculus Honors Algebra 2/Trigonometry Algebra 2 Geometry Algebra I

AP Calculus B/C PreCalculus Hon or AP Stats PreCalculus or AP Statistics Algebra 2 Geometry

12th AP Statistics AP Calculus B/C or AP Statistics AP Calculus A/B or AP Statistics PreCalculus, AP Statistics or Trig/Prob Stats Algebra 2 or Consumer Math

Math Placement Standards (continued) 1) Students may move up a math level with a parent waiver upon initial 9th grade placement. 2) Students may only move on to the next course if they have received a C or higher in the pre-requisite course. Otherwise, they must repeat the current course. 3) Students MUST have an A or B in BOTH Alg. 1 and Accl. Geo to move on to Alg 2/Trig. 4) Students must continue on the pathway that they are on if they received an A or B in the prior course. Science Three science classes are offered at the 9th grade level. (See honors placement criteria chart on page 2.) (27K) Biology* is our traditional STEAM course for 9th graders. This year long course meets the life science graduation requirement and meets the laboratory science standard for a university. (27E) Accelerated Biology is our 9th grade advanced science course. This year long STEAM course meets the life science graduation requirement and meets the laboratory science standard for a university. (27K) ASE Biology* is our 9th grade STEAM course for students in the Academy of Sustainability at Edison. This year long course meets the life science graduation requirement and meets the laboratory science standard for a university. *Students may enroll in AP science courses after taking Chemistry regardless of which science they take as freshmen. Social Science Two honors social science classes are offered at the 9th grade level: ● World Geography Honors (MUN) ● AP Human Geography Health and Electives Elective classes are an essential part of a student’s curriculum. Except for those who are in a specialized program, the majority of entering 9th grade students will take Health (29Q) one semester (a graduation requirement) and one of the following semester-long electives in the second semester: a) College/Career Prep (91W) b) Speed Reading (54S) c) Academy of Sustainability (ASE) elective (29M) d) Introduction to Digital Media (50B) e) Musicianship (44A)

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In addition to those semester-long courses, most students entering 9th grade will choose a year-long elective from those listed below. Year Long Electives (Please list course code when writing your elective on the course selection card) *Course meets University of California (UC) and California State University (CSU)” A – G” subject area requirements. *43A Chorus *43C Advanced Music Honors [teacher approval] *44C Music Industry 1 *44D Instrumental 1 [teacher approval] *44H Percussion Ensemble [teacher approval] *44L Marching Band [teacher approval] *44T Music Industry 2 [audition required for incoming freshman] *47E Art 1 *49A Ceramics 1 *50R Cinematic Arts 1 [application required. teacher approval.] *51O Graphic Arts 1 *61R Photo 1 54C Developmental Reading 1 *15B World Geography (CIBACS) *18A World Geography Honors (MUN) *10P AP Human Geography *34A Spanish 1 *34C Spanish 2 (teacher approval) *35A French 1 *41I American Sign Language 1 If you have questions or concerns regarding your child’s placement, please contact your Guidance Specialist: Student’s Last Name Begins With: A-Go Gr-N O-Z

Guidance Specialist Berta Rodgers Christina Trujillo Triona O’Mahony

Extension 4421 4422 4423

World Language In World Language we offer Spanish, French, and American Sign Language. Students enrolling in French and Spanish must read at grade level. World Language is not a graduation requirement; however, the CSU and UC schools require two years of the same foreign language, and the UC schools strongly recommend three years. Freshmen can enroll in Spanish 2 or French 2 if they have successfully completed Spanish 1 or French 1 in middle school and have a teacher recommendation (or placement test). Reading Placement The Gates-MacGinitie Test is administered to 8th grade students. Students who score at the 7.0 grade level or lower in either area Vocabulary (V) or Comprehension (C) placed in Reading as an elective to support English 1. Additional diagnostic tests will be given in the spring to determine if this reading placement is appropriate. Parents will be notified by mail regarding the date, time and place of diagnostic testing by the Edison High School reading teachers.

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CIBACS (Center for International Business and Communication Studies) CIBACS is a four-year non-Honors based program that requires a student interview, application, parental consent and parental participation. There is a specific curriculum for the program and students are expected to perform at a high competency level. For further information, please contact Lori Chlarson at Edison High School, (714) 962-1356 Extension 4129. MUN (Model United Nations) Model United Nations is a rigorous four-year program, which gives students an opportunity to explore different countries, cultures, and compete in various exchanges with students at the local, county, and national level. This program is very competitive. All students are expected to be enrolled in World Geography Honors/MUN for elective. For further information about this program, please contact Brendan Patch at (714) 962-1356 Extension 4114. Academy of Sustainability at Edison (ASE) The Academy of Sustainability at Edison (ASE) is a project-based, science and math intensive program focusing on preparing students for STEAM careers in the rapidly growing sustainability industry. Application and parental consent required. For further information, please contact Andrea Harrell at Edison High School, (714) 962-1356 Extension 4220. Visual and Performing Arts (VPA) A course of study in the Arts is essential to a well-rounded 21st Century education. Students who pursue a multi-year course of study in the Visual and Performing Arts develop vital 21st Century Skills in Communication, Critical Thinking, Collaboration and Creativity. Courses in the Arts emphasize individualized instruction allowing students to pursue their interests and passions at their own pace. Students can pursue a course of study in Drawing & Painting, Ceramics, Vocal Music, and Instrumental Music. Career and Technical Education (CTE) A course of study in Career and Technical Education is essential to a well-rounded 21st Century education. Students who pursue a multi-year course of study in Career and Technical Education develop vital 21st Century Skills in Communication, Critical Thinking, Collaboration and Creativity. Courses in CTE emphasize individualized instruction allowing students to pursue their interests and passions at their own pace. CTE Pathway completers graduate high school both College and Career Ready. Edison offers three pathways in the Highly Skilled and High Demand areas of Culinary Arts, Graphic Arts, and Cinematic Arts.

Special Abilities Cluster Course Offerings Enrollment in SAC CORE classes is determined by students’ Individual Education Plan (IEP), case managers, students and parents. 75D Community Based Instruction/LRI 78R Music Exploration 79A Assistive Technology 75S Survival Skills/Arts & Crafts 78C Basic Math 73K Health & Exercise 78F Consumer Math 79M Computer Assisted Math Instruction 74I Water Exploration 77D Functional Reading 79L LIFE 74M Interpersonal Relations 76U Landscape 77S Social Studies 76F Recycle 54N Language 1 78E Community Based Instruction (CBI) Math 77L Basic Reading 74G Cooking 54O Language II 76A Voc. Exploration Recycling/Auto Detailing 76H Custodial

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Computer Assisted Instruction – Photography

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Physical Education (PE)/Athletics All freshmen will be placed in PE 1 (97A) during the course request process. Once students try out for a team or attend a summer camp and are selected for the team, the guidance specialist will implement the change to that sport. Due to limited class-size, not all athletes will be placed in a sports class. Students in Marching Band will be placed in PE Marching Band for first semester and regular PE second semester. All 9th grade students must be enrolled in at least one semester of PE and pass the physical fitness test given in spring of the 9th grade year.

Students in Marching Band, Flag Ensemble, Dance and Cheer are all required to have PE 1 second semester. Physical Education (97A) PE 1 (44L) PE Marching Band (46Q) PE Flag Ensemble (Tryouts)

(46O) PE Cheer Ensemble (Tryouts) (45V) PE Dance Ensemble (Tryouts)

Athletics (Sunset League) This is a seasonal program of interscholastic athletics provided in conjunction with the Southern Section of the California Inter-Scholastic Federation (CIF). Student sports include: FALL

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Cross Country (boys/girls) Football (boys/girls) Tennis (girls) Volleyball (girls) Water Polo (boys) Golf (girls) Field Hockey (girls)

Soccer (boys/girls) Wrestling (boys/girls) Water Polo (girls) Basketball (boys/girls)

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Baseball (boys) Golf (boys) Softball (girls) Swimming/Diving (boys/girls) Tennis (boys) Track (boys/girls) Volleyball (boys) LaCrosse (boys/girls)

HIGH SCHOOL ATHLETIC ELIGIBILITY ACADEMIC - All athletes must maintain a 2.0 GPA each semester. If an athlete does not meet this requirement in one semester, he/she will be on probation for the following semester. If, at the conclusion of the probationary semester, the student’s grade report for that semester is below 2.0, he/she then becomes academically ineligible to compete, and will remain ineligible until they raise their GPA to 2.0 or higher. In addition, any incoming student who enters high school with a GPA of less than 2.0 based on their June graduation grade will be on probation for one semester. All athletes must also meet the CIF requirements of passing at least four classes and earning 20 credits each semester. ●

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Students must have a physical examination every year to participate in summer camp or on an athletic team. A physical exam will be offered one (1) time each year at the high school, May 13th. A medical doctor must give all physicals—physicals given by chiropractors, physician assistants, or dentists are not acceptable. The EHS Physical Form must be used. Forms are available in the Activities Office or at the receptionist’s desk. Specific information can be obtained from the Athletic Director, Rich Boyce, at Extension 4275. Students must be covered by insurance. Papers may be picked up at the Edison Financial Office. An emergency card must be filled out and on file. Huntington Beach Union High School District enforces all CIF eligibility rules.

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Updated 3/15/2017 Comparison of HBUHSD Graduation Requirements with University of California and Cal State University Minimum Requirements for Admission HBUHSD Graduation Requirements 1. Total Credits Required = 220 (One-year course = 10 credits // One-semester = 5 credits)

2. Must complete four years of high school

UC/CSU Minimum Subject Requirements (“a-g pattern”) 1. Eleven of the fifteen required courses must be completed before senior year begins. * 2. All courses must be completed with a grade of C or better each semester.

1 year World History 1 year US History 1 semester US Government*

a. History/Social Science US History/US Government 1 year minimum World History (or AP European History) 1 year minimum

4 years English

b. English

3 years Mathematics (one year of Advanced math – Algebra or above. 1 of the 3 years of math must be completed in the junior or senior year.)

c. Mathematics (3 years required) Algebra 1, Geometry and Algebra 2 (or Alg2/Trig) 4 years recommended

1 year, Physical Science 1 year, Life Science 1 year Language other than English or Visual or Performing Art or Career/Technical Education

1 semester Economics (5 credits) Other electives (65 credits = 13 semesters)

4 years minimum

d. Laboratory Science **2 years from biology and earth science, chemistry, or physics 3+ years recommended e. Language other than English (2 years required) Must be the same language for 2 years; 3+ years recommended. f. Visual and Performing Arts 1 year required *** (must be a yearlong course) g. Academic Electives (Must be college prep) (1year required) One year (two semesters), in addition to those required in “a-f” above, chosen from the following areas: visual and performing arts (non -introductory level courses), history, social science, English, Advanced mathematics, laboratory science and language other than English (a third year in the language used for the “E” requirement or two years of another language). Also, many Career/Technical Education courses are approved for fulfillment of this requirement. *For UC schools only. **CSU requires both biological and physical science. Continued enrollment in lab science in the senior year highly recommended for medical and science majors. ***Refer to your school’s UC approved course list for Visual/Performing Arts courses offered at your school.

2 years Physical Education 1/2 year Health

Students planning to apply for admission to a UC or CSU are strongly encouraged to take Honors and/or Advanced Placement courses in high school. Students applying for admission to a UC or CSU must take the SAT or ACT test. This should be done near the end of the junior year or at the very beginning of the senior year. It is strongly recommended that students planning to apply to a UC or CSU take the PSAT (prep for SAT) in their junior year.

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SAT and ACT College/University Admissions Testing Universities of California, Cal State Universities, and most four-year private college admissions offices require students to submit their standardized test scores when applying—either SAT, ACT, or both. In order to maximize college admissions opportunities, students planning to take the SAT should prepare for that exam by taking the PSAT in October of their sophomore year. More specific information about administration of the PSAT at EHS will be available to students. Students should also consider taking the PSAT exam again in October of the 11th grade because that score, if high enough, can lead to National Merit Scholarship competition. Go to www.collegeboard.com for more information on the SAT’s and AP Exam testing.

Class Schedule Changes and Withdrawals Schedules will not be changed simply to be enrolled in a certain teacher's class or to provide an earlier or later school day. All schedule changes are reflected on the final updated (reprinted) schedule of classes before the first day of the semester. These are distributed by the zero period or first period teacher on the first day of school. Policies on Schedule Changes (HBUHSD Administrative Regulation 5121) In the first semester, all course changes must be completed by the 15th day of instruction; in the second semester, they must be completed by the end of the 15th day of instruction. Deadlines for requests for schedule changes will be announced and placed in student bulletins and on web-pages so parents and students clearly know school deadlines and procedures. Students appropriately placed in any course shall remain in that course for the entire grading period. The grades earned in all courses shall be entered on the permanent transcript. Schedule change requests by students can only be done during registration, the first three weeks of school on a limited basis, and at the end of the first semester. Please know that not all requests for schedule changes will be honored. By the third week of school, a student has been properly placed and is expected to remain in that class for the remainder of the semester. No courses shall be dropped or changed to avoid a poor letter grade on a transcript or for teacher preference. A notation of "W" (withdrawal) will be entered onto the student transcript for any course dropped after the third week of school. After the ninth week, with Assistant Principal approval of dropped course, a grade of "W/F" (withdrawal/failure will be entered on the transcript and will be computed as an "F" in the GPA. If a student withdraws from a course, they must replace it with another course to have at least five courses on their schedule. Ninth and tenth grade students must have six classes. Written verification from the parent and student stating understanding of the consequences of dropping a course after the ninth week of school is required.

The Guidance Team Handbook states: “If a currently enrolled student moves out of the region for the summer, the student is considered to be a resident in the new district. When that occurs, summer school credit from the summer resident district will be accepted on an official transcript from a WASC accredited high school authorized to issue a diploma.” ACTIVITIES AND STUDENT GOVERNMENT (ASB) The Activities program at Edison High School is designed to provide students with a rich and diverse program of cocurricular and extracurricular experiences. Activities like athletics, performing arts programs, student government, clubs, dances, assemblies, the Battle of the Bands, Film Festival, and so much more, are among the many opportunities students have to get involved in Edison High School. For students interested in being a Freshman Representative on the ASB Senate, application packets will be sent to

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Updated 3/15/2017 the middle schools. Eighth grade students should listen closely to their school announcements in early May to find out when application packets will be available in their school office. Or, they can stop by EHS to pick one up and introduce themselves to the Activities Director in the Activities Office in the Administration Building. Each year students interested in getting involved with student government can run for an elected office or apply for an appointed position. Elections and commissioner appointments occur in April. Application timelines and procedures are announced in the daily bulletin in the weeks leading up to the elections and commissioner interviews. Students who have questions about how they can get involved in student government should see the Assistant Principal in charge of Activities in the Administration Office. Some of the clubs that have been popular in past years include: Book Club KIWINS Chess Club Key Club California Scholarship Federation Newspaper Club DJ Club Vietnamese Student Association Filmmakers and Actors Guild Class Councils for each grade French Club Best Buddies For a complete listing of clubs, please visit www.edisonchargers.com. Click on the "Activities" link and then on the "Clubs" link. Also Club Rush is about the 3rd or 4th week of September where existing clubs recruit for new membership at lunch. If you have questions, about athletics, clubs, assemblies, ASB cards, yearbooks, or other activities-related issues, please do not hesitate to call the Activities Office for assistance (714) 962-1356 Extension 4409.

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