This is a overview of prospective class offerings
Colville High School
Course Handbook
2011-2012
Table of Contents
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English
Electives
Fine or Visual Arts
Learning Support Center
Mathematics
Occupational Education
Health & Fitness
Science
Social Studies
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COMPLIANCE STATEMENT
Colville School District #115 complies with all federal rules and regulations
and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, or
handicap. This holds true for all students who are interested in educational
programs and/or extracurricular school activities. Inquiries regarding
compliance procedures may be directed to the school district's Title IX
Compliance Officer.
Equal access will be provided to handicapped and disadvantaged
individuals in regard to recruitment, enrollment, and placement activities for
the full range of courses offered to all students.
ENGLISH
Placement Procedures: All students will be placed in English levels by teacher recommendation which will
be based on performance indicators: placement test score, competency test score, reading level, grade in
previous class and attendance/work habits.
9 English - ENA211 & ENB211
Grade Level: 9
Course Length: Full Year
Credit: English
This is basic instruction in communication of the English language, conventions and usage,
vocabulary and spelling, six-trait writing, and the reading and writing process. Different literary genres
(short story, poetry, novel, etc.) will be used to teach reading skills. Students in this class may receive extra
support through Title I programs.
9 College Prep English - ENA212 & ENB 212
Grade Level: 9
Course Length: Full Year
Credit: English
This class is basic instruction in communication of the English language, conventions and usage,
vocabulary and spelling, six-trait writing, and the reading and writing process. Different literary genres
(short story, poetry, novel, etc.) will be used as a vehicle to teach reading skills. The difference between
Composition I and College Prep Composition I is based upon the following: (1) depth and breadth of
information offered and expected to be mastered, (2) the amount of literature read and analyzed, (3) the
expectations regarding quality of student work.
9 Honors English – ENA213 & ENB 213
Grade Level: 9
Course Length: Full Year
Credit: English
Prerequisite: is being in the top 15% of the class (based on G.P.A. and above placement indicators).
This class will instruct students in communication of the English language, conventions and usage,
vocabulary and spelling, six-trait writing, and the reading and writing process. Different literary genres
(short story, poetry, novel, etc.) will be used to teach reading skills. The difference between College Prep
Composition I and Honors Composition I is based upon the following: (1) depth and breadth of
information offered and expected to be mastered, (2) the amount of literature read and analyzed, (3) the
expectations regarding quality of student work.
10 English - ENA221 & ENB 221
Grade Level: 10
Course Length: Full Year
Credit: English
This is an advanced instruction class in communication of the English language, conventions and
usage, vocabulary and spelling, six-trait writing, and the reading and writing process. World literature will
be used to teach reading skills. Students in this class may receive extra support through Title I programs.
10 College Prep English- ENA222 & ENB 222
Grade Level: 10
Course Length: Full Year
Credit: English
This is an advanced instruction class in communication of the English language, conventions and usage,
vocabulary and spelling, six-trait writing, and the reading and writing process. World literature will be used
to teach reading skills. The difference between Composition II and College Prep Composition II is based
upon the following: (1) depth and breadth of information offered and expected to be mastered, (2) the
amount of literature read and analyzed, (3) the expectations regarding quality of student work.
10 Honors English - ENA223 & ENB 223
Grade Level: 10
Course Length: Full Year
Credit: English
Prerequisites Include: Being in the top 15% of the class (based on G.P.A. and above placement indicators)
and successful completion of a full year of English 9.
This is an advanced instruction class in communication of the English language, conventions and
usage, vocabulary and spelling, six-trait writing, and the reading and writing process. World literature will
be used to teach reading skills. The difference between College Prep Composition II and Honors
Composition II is based upon the following: (1) depth and breadth of information offered and expected to
be mastered, (2) the amount of literature read and analyzed, (3) the expectations regarding quality of student
work.
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Novels – ENA245 or ENB245
Grade Level: 11 & 12
Course Length: Semester
Credit: English
This course will focus on novels. Literature from various authors and time periods will be studied.
Focus will be on the literary elements of the stories. Assessment will take the form of discussion,
assignments, tests, quizzes, essays, and projects.
Short Stories – ENA243 or ENB243
Grade Level: 11 & 12
Course Length: Semester
Credit: English
This course will focus on short pieces of literature. Literature from various authors and time
periods will be studied. Focus will be on the literary elements of the stories. Assessment will take the form
of discussion, assignments, tests, quizzes, essays, projects, and original story creations.
Media Literacy – ENA244 or ENB244
Grade Level: 11 & 12
Course Length: Semester
Credit: English
This course will examine a variety of media including images, video, audio, television, advertising,
movies, and the Internet. Students will analyze media and develop critical thinking proficiency in order to
interpret the intent and strategies of media. Assessment will take the form of participation and discussion,
assignments, writing, projects, and tests.
Poetry and Shakespeare – ENA242 or ENB242
Grade Level: 11 & 12
Course Length: Semester
Credit: English
This course will focus on poetry from around the world as well as Shakespearean plays and poetry.
The elements of poetry including figurative language, speaker, structure and types of poetry will be
explored. In addition, play structure and terms will be discussed. Assessment will take the form of
discussion, assignments, tests, quizzes and projects.
English 101/105 ENG246/ENG247
Grade Level: 11 & 12
Course Length: Semester
Credit: English and CWU
Pre-Requisites: SAT Critical Reading 500 or ACT Reading Comprehension 19 or ACT English 19
This course will allow students to follow the curriculum for Central Washington University’s
English 101 and English 105. Students can earn high school and college credit (4 credits for English 101
and 5 credits for English 105). The syllabus will follow Central’s approved curriculum for both courses.
English 101 is Composition, and it will focus on developing writing skills in expository prose. English 105
is The Literary Imagination, and it will focus on prose, drama, and poetry selected from writers around the
world. The elements of fiction and how they relate to literary meaning will be explored. Assessment will
take the form of discussion, assignments, tests, quizzes and essays. There is a tuition fee for this course.
English 11—ENA231 & ENB 231
Grade Level: 11
Course Length: Year
Credit: English
Pre-Requisite: Prior and/or current English teacher’s recommendation
This is a comprehensive course which focuses on communication skills needed for a successful
high school career as well as a successful future in the workplace. Writing, reading, and speaking skills are
developed using American literature. A variety of student evaluations are given based upon reading
comprehension, and written and oral presentation skills. Writing will focus on many forms including
research, vocational and creative writing.
12 English – ENA241 & ENB241
Grade Level 12
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Credit: English
Course Length: Year
Pre-Requisite: Prior and/or current English teacher’s recommendation
This is a comprehensive course which focuses on communication skills needed for a successful
high school career as well as a successful future in the workplace. Writing, reading, and speaking skills are
developed using world literature. A variety of student evaluations are given based upon reading
comprehension and written and oral presentation skills. Writing will focus on many forms including
research, vocational, creative writing, and other writing assignments included in the Culminating Project.
LEARNING SUPPORT CENTER
LSC Study Skills - ELA752 or ELB752
Grade Level: 9, 10, 11,12
Course Length: Dependent on IEP
Credit: Elective
Prerequisites: Title I, 504 or IEP qualified
Study skills classes are offered to students on an individual basis who meet the pre-requisites.
Students must develop their own contract, focusing on their academic areas of highest need. Study Skills is
an elective course. Students must have the approval of the Learning Support Center supervisor and
classroom instructor. Credit is earned as a Pass or Fail. Students will receive support from instructional
assistants or the LSC supervisor. Students in this class may receive extra support through Title I programs.
Consumer LSC Math 1– MTA 310 MTB310
Grade Level: 9, 10
Credit: Math
Prerequisites: IEP qualified
Course Length: Full Year
LSC Math 1 will assist student in developing general math concepts and operational skills such as
the following: operations with whole numbers and decimals, numbers theory and developing fractions,
fraction operations, equations, geometry and measurement, ratio and proportion, percents, probability,
problem solving application, and real life math
Consumer LSC Math 2–MTA311 & MTB311
Grade Level: 11 & 12
Credit: Math
Prerequisites: IEP qualified
Course Length: Full Year
LSC Math 2 will assist students in the following areas: review operational skills (multiplication,
division, and fractions), equations, fractions, decimals, geometry, graphing, probability, problem solving
application, and pre-algebra.
LSC English/Reading – ENG 203/204
Grade Level: 9
Course Length: Dependent on skill attainment
Credit: Elective and English
Prerequisites: Test Scores, Teacher Recommendation, and Parent/Student Request
Reading Immersion for 9th grade students is two periods a day. Students practice the necessary
skills in reading and writing to be successful in all high school classes. Reading skills are applied to reading
a textbook, literature, vocational materials, newspapers and documents. Comprehension, spelling and
writing will be emphasized. Students who participate in this program will be on track for graduation.
Students receive credit for English and elective credit for reading. Students who accomplish 9th grade
reading and writing skill level at the semester may exit from the program. Class is limited to 20 students.
MATHEMATICS
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Placement Procedures: All students will be placed in Math courses by teacher recommendation, which will
be based on performance indicators: placement test score, competency test score, ability, grade in previous
class and attendance/work habits.
Consumer LSC Math – MTA 310 & MTB310 or MTA311 & MTB311
Grade Level 9, 10, 11, 12
Credit: Math
Course Length: Full Year
Prerequisites: IEP qualified
See description under Learning Support Center
Algebra 1
MTA317 & MTB317
Grade Level 9 – 12
Course Length: Full Year
Credit: Math
Prerequisites: Teacher placement.
Topics include algebraic equations and inequalities, systems of equations and inequalities, linear
functions, polynomials, quadratic functions, reasoning, problem solving, and communication.
Geometry MTA318 & MTB318
Grade Level 9 -12
Course Length: Full Year
Credit: Math
Prerequisites: Algebra 1 passed with a C or better or teacher placement.
Topics include logical argument and proofs, lines and angles, two and three-dimensional figures,
geometry in the coordinate plane, geometric transformations, reasoning, problem solving, and
communication.
Algebra 2
MTA319 & MTB319
Grade Level: 10-12
Course Length: Full Year
Credit: Math
Prerequisites: Algebra I and Geometry passed with a C or better or teacher placement.
Topics include quadratic functions and equations, exponential and logarithmic functions and
equations, transformations of functions, probability, data, and distributions, arithmetic and geometric
sequences, reasoning, problem solving, and communication.
Applied Math 1 MTA341 & MTB341
Grade Level: 11 & 12
Course Length: Full Year
Credit: Math
Prerequisites: Teacher placement. Spokane Community College has additional requirements. Students with
plans of entering a two-year tech college, trade school, or industry are encouraged to take this course.
In this course the student is challenged in applications involving units with an advanced approach
to functions and graphs, relations and geometry, estimation and measurement, algebraic application,
prediction and probability, and trigonometric functions using the CORD curriculum. Applied Math 1 is
intended to be a math level between Algebra 1 and Geometry. The emphasis of the course is to strengthen
basic algebraic skills through the study of various functions with a balance of content skills/processes and
applications of these functions. Students in this class may receive extra support through Title I programs.
Applied Math 2 MTA343 & MTB343
Grade Level: 11 & 12
Course Length: Full Year
Credit: Math
Prerequisites: Completion of Applied Math 1, Algebra 1, Geometry or Algebra 2 with teacher placement.
Spokane Community College has additional requirements. Students with plans of entering a two-year tech
college, trade school, or industry are encouraged to take this course.
In this course the student is challenged in applications involving units with an advanced approach
to problems involving linear and nonlinear equations and the graphing of such problems, probability, and
trigonometric functions using the CORD curriculum. Applied Math 2 is intended to be a math level between
Integrated Math 2 and Integrated Math 3. The emphasis of the course is to strengthen basic algebraic skills
through the study of various functions with a balance of content skills/processes and applications of these
functions. Students in this class may receive extra support through Title I programs.
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Pre-Calculus (CWU Math 153 and Math 154) MTA331 & MTB331
Grade Level: 11 & 12
Course Length: Full
Credit: Math
Prerequisites: Completion of Algebra 2 with a grade of C or teacher placement. CWU credit has additional
requirements.
Pre-Calculus is a foundation course that stresses algebraic and function concepts and analytical
geometry concepts together with the manipulative skills essential to the study of calculus. Numerical,
graphical, and algebraic approaches will be used to give students a better understanding of the mathematical
concepts and will incorporate the use of graphing calculators. There is a fee for CWU credits.
Calculus I (CWU Math172) MTA333 & MTB333
Grade Level: 12
Course Length: Full Year
Credit: Math
Prerequisites: Pre-Calculus passed with a C or better, or teacher placement. CWU credit has additional
requirements.
Calculus introduces students to the theory, techniques and applications of differentiation and
integration of a variety functions. There is a fee for CWU credits.
Calculus II MTA335& MTB335
Grade Level: 12
Course Length: Full Year
Credit: Math
Prerequisites: Calculus I and Teacher Approval. CWU credit has additional requirements.
Calculus II introduces students the theory, techniques and applications of integration of a variety of
functions.
SCIENCE
Earth Science – SCA404 & SCB404
Grade Level: 9
Course Length: Full Year
Credit: Science
This class will utilize typical earth science topics as the foundation for the course. Other science
areas will be discussed as supplemental material to support the earth science topic under discussion.
Example: When composition of the earth’s crust is under discussion chemistry topics including atomic
theory, bonding and the periodic table will be discussed. Likely topics include: Rocks and minerals,
earthquakes, volcanoes, plate tectonics, weather and atmosphere, climates and climate change,
oceanography, erosional forces, sun/earth/moon system, solar system, stars and galaxies.
Honors Earth Science – SCA405 & SCB405
Grade Level: 9
Course Length: Full Year
Credit: Science
Prerequisites: Teacher Placement
Students enrolled in Honors Earth Science will study the solid earth, atmosphere, the oceans and the stars
and planets. Recently scientists began to study the earth as a whole. They are studying the Earth as a system
of interconnected parts rather than individual components. CHS Earth Science will take this approach and
study Earth Science as a system of components interacting with each other resulting in the Earth as we know
it.
Biology - SCA411 & SCB411
Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Credit: Science
Course Length: Full Year
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This is a lab oriented, hands-on class designed to provide instruction in animal anatomy,
physiology, plant and animal diversity, life cycles, microbiology, multimedia projects, and the investigation
of biological principles applied to everyday life.
Honors Biology - SCA413 & SCB413
Grade Level: 9, 10
Course Length: Full Year
Credit: Science
Prerequisites: Instructor approval. An application is required to enroll in this course.
This is an accelerated course intended for upper level students designed to provide instruction in
biochemistry, genetics, genetic engineering, microbiology, plant and animal diversity and physiology, and
the investigation of biological principles applied to everyday life.
Biology II - SCA415 & SCB415
Grade Level: 11, 12
Course Length: Full Year
Credit: Science
Prerequisites: Completed Biology I with a C grade or better for both semesters.
This course is intended to cover the areas of the Life Sciences that are not touched upon during
Biology I. These topics were selected because they are relevant to today's society and they will allow you
to explore career possibilities in a science area. The areas of study include: biochemistry, genetics,
biotechnology, ecology, animal development and human anatomy.
Advanced Placement (A.P.) Biology – SCA416 & SCB416
Grade Level: 11, 12
Course Length: Full Year
Credit: Science
Prerequisites: Biology I with a B grade or better for both semesters and Chemistry. Application required.
The AP Biology course is designed to be the equivalent of a two-semester college introductory
biology course usually taken by biology majors during their first year. AP Biology includes those topics
regularly covered in a college biology course for majors. The college course in biology differs significantly
from the usual first high school course in biology with respect to the kind of textbook used, the range and
depth of topics covered, the type of laboratory work done by students, and the time and effort required of
students. The textbooks used for AP Biology are those used by college biology majors. Labs done by AP
students must be the equivalent of those done by college students. The AP Biology course is designed to be
taken by students after the successful completion of a first course in biology and chemistry as well. It aims
to provide students with the conceptual framework, factual knowledge, and analytical skills necessary to
deal critically with the rapidly changing science of biology.
Conceptual Chemistry - SCA433 & SCB433
Grade Level: 11, 12
Course Length: Full year
Credit: Science
Conceptual chemistry uses the Active Chemistry program to provide an activity-based course with
student-centered learning. Essential content will include atomic structure, properties of matter, chemical
reactions, conservation of energy and matter. As the course name implies, we will focus on important
chemistry concepts to help students better understand the underlying scientific factors in everyday events.
Conceptual Chemistry is a lab science course with less emphasis on math than College Prep or Honors
Chemistry.
CP Chemistry - SCA437 & SCB437
Grade Level: 11, 12
Course Length: Full year
Credit: Science
Prerequisites: Biology, Geometry (currently enrolled in Algebra II)
College Prep Chemistry is a CHS lab science course about matter and how it interacts. Essential
content will include atomic structure, chemical attractions and bonding, stoichiometry, states of matter,
solutions, acids/bases and nuclear chemistry. Chemistry is theoretical, mathematical and lab-oriented.
Students should understand the strong connection between math and science and plan on daily homework.
This course is appropriate for students planning to attend college whether or not they intend to major in
science.
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Honors Chemistry - SCA436 & SCB436
Grade Level: 11,12
Course Length: Full year
Credit: Science
Prerequisites: Honors Biology, Geometry (currently enrolled in Algebra II), teacher recommendation and
honors application.
Honors Chemistry is a CHS lab science course about matter and how it interacts. Essential content
will include atomic structure, chemical attractions and bonding, stoichiometry, states of matter, solutions,
acids/bases and nuclear chemistry. Chemistry is theoretical, mathematical and lab-oriented. Students
should understand the strong connection between math and science and plan on daily homework. Honors
and CP chemistry will follow the same topic sequence. Honors chemistry will discuss topics in greater
depth, complete additional Advanced Placement series labs and take more rigorous tests than CP Chemistry.
This course is appropriate for students planning to attend college whether or not they intend to major in
science.
Physics - SCA444 & SCB444
CWU Credit Available
Grade Level: 11, 12
Course Length: Full year
Credit: Science
Prerequisites: Integrated Math II
This course will cover the following topics: kinematics, dynamics, circular motion, wave,
sound, light, electricity, and magnetism. Processes available are laboratory, programmed books, textbooks,
group discussion, class discussion, and problem solving sessions. 5 units of CWU credit available for each
semester. There is a fee for CWU credits.
Physics II - SCA445 & SCB445
Grade Level: 12
Course Length: Full year
Credit: Science
Prerequisites: Physics I
Physics II is a course placing greater emphasis on independent learning than Physics I. A variety
of learning styles exist with modules of instruction including astronomy, electricity and magnetism, particle
physics, and presenting topics to grade school students. The student will pick individual topics and either
do experiments or research the topics.
Electronics I - SCA451 & SCB451
Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Course Length: Full Year
Credit: Occupational
Prerequisites: 1 year of high school math
Electronics I is a course designed for the student who has a slight interest in electricity and its
everyday usage. The course starts with basic electrical physics and precedes through DC current flow,
Ohm's Law and basic electric motor design. The student will design and construct an electric motor. The
student will explain to the class its design and qualities that make it work and improvements that could have
been incorporated.
Electronics II - SCA453 & SCB453
Grade Level: 10, 11, 12
Course Length: Full year
Credit: Science or Occupational
Prerequisite: Electronics I. Teacher placement based on pre-requisite.
Electronics II is a course designed for the student who wishes to enter a vocational trade school, a
four-year college to obtain an engineering degree, or to enter into the electronics field upon completing their
high school education. Detailed instruction is given on the usage of test equipment in the field of
electronics. In depth computer aided instruction is given on AC, DC, semi conductors, and basic trouble
shooting techniques with hands-on experience. The student will become proficient in reading and
understanding both block and detailed schematics. A semi-independent course of study is offered, allowing
the student to advance at his or her own ability.
Electronics III - SCA455 & SCB455
Grade Level: 11, 12
Course Length: Full year
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Credit: Science or Occupational
Prerequisites: Electronics I and II. Teacher placement based on pre-requisite.
Electronics III is for the student who wishes to progress to a higher level of electronics through the
study of Circuit Analysis and Digital Techniques. This course will be computer aided and will offer the
opportunity for the student to have hands-on experience and to progress at an independent level of study.
Electronics IV - SCA457 & SCB457
Grade Level: 12
Course Length: Full year
Credit: Science or Occupational
Prerequisites: Electronics I, II and III. Teacher placement based on pre-requisite.
Electronics IV is for the student who wishes to progress to a higher level of electronics through the
study of laser design and operation. The course will also incorporate the study of fiber optics design and
operation. Application of both of these fields will be done through construction and circuit design as used
in industry.
Horticulture and Landscape Design - SCA421 & SCB421
Grade Level: 10, 11, 12
Course Length: Full Year
Credit: Occupational or Science
This class is the study of plants and their growth and development. Students learn about
houseplants, greenhouse management, gardening, bedding plant production, landscaping, plant propagation,
ornamental flowers and beginning floral design. They learn to identify several indoor as well as outdoor
plants. Learn about soils, water testing and basic landscaping skills. As a team effort students grow and
care for plants in the greenhouse and oversee a yearly sale. Working together in a team and understanding
the world of work is emphasized. This course has an articulation agreement with community colleges of
Spokane and students earning a grade of a B or higher may receive college credit for no expense.
Floriculture I - SCA423 & SCB423
Grade Level: 10, 11, 12
Course Length: Full Year
Credit: Occupational or Science
This course introduces students to the floral and nursery industry including selection and care of cut
flowers, care and uses of potted plants, how to make and use preserved and dried flowers and how to use
permanent flowers.
Students learn basic floral design; including boutonnieres, corsages, floral
arrangements, holiday sales, purchasing materials, learning about soils and pest controls, record keeping of
income and expenses. Plant care and plant identification of both floral and landscape plants are also taught.
Students also explore computer aided landscape design programs and various other learning opportunities.
Students also have the opportunity to compete in various FFA Floriculture and landscaping contests. This
course has an articulation agreement with community colleges of Spokane and students earning a grade of a
B or higher may receive college credit for no expense.
Floriculture II - SCA425 & SCB425
Grade Level: 11, 12
Course Length: Full Year
Credit: Occupational or Science
This course is an expansion of Floriculture I and students must complete Floriculture I prior to
Floriculture II unless approved by the instructor. This course emphasizes the business aspect where
students run the CHS Floral Shop. They learn about the science makeup of plants, soils, pesticides and
fertilizers and why they are used. Students will learn how to identify a variety of plants, do problem solving
activities, and learn basic work and people skills needed in the business world. Students need to be selfmotivated to work effectively in this class. Students work in a simulated workplace including salesmanship,
workplace safety, plant and flower care, plant identification, and advanced designing of flowers, and
landscaping techniques. Students will be involved in many holiday sales, which will include planning,
purchasing, advertising, displaying and recording revenue and expenses. Students also have the opportunity
to compete in various FFA Floriculture and landscaping contests.
Student may also receive a fine Arts credit by completing one full year of Floriculture and an
approved Fine Arts application. This course has an articulation agreement with community colleges of
Spokane and students earning a grade of a B or higher may receive college credit for no expense.
Forestry – SCA417 & SCB417
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Grade Level: 10, 11, 12
Course Length: Full Year
Credit: Occupational or Science
This class introduces students to the area of forestry. They will learn many hands-on skills. Such as,
how to cruise timber and identify how many board feet in a stand of timber; how to use a compass and
judge their pace with distances; Plant and Tool identification; Judging heights of trees and slopes of land
with the use of clinometers; Identifying diseases, insects and other troubled areas of the forest.
Students will spend some days out of the classroom and in the field to use their knowledge in the forest
setting. Students will use computers for research and for data analysis. Presentations are also part of the
course curriculum, including Ag. Issues debates, Agricultural Sales Presentations and other topics such as;
ecosystems, water resources, soil resources, fish and wildlife resources, forest resources, energy resources
and environmental issues. Students will also participate in numerous Career Development Events where
they will use their classroom knowledge to compete with other schools in the state.
Turfgrass and Golf Course Management-SCB419
Grade level: 9,10,11,12
Course Length: One semester
Credit: Occupational or Science
The golf industry is a fast growing industry that needs skilled employees. In this class, students
will learn about the basic aspects of turfgrass; plant growth, types of turf grasses, soils, turf diseases, insects
associated with turf along with pest control measures, weeds , proper maintenance of turf is also covered
involving equipment use and maintenance, mowing and fertilizing techniques. Students will also learn
about water and irrigation and use hands on methods of cutting and gluing P.V.C. and designing an
irrigation system. Students will also learn about landscaping and then design an area of a golf course. As
part of this class, students will learn the basics of the game of golf; use of clubs, golf etiquette. Students will
also make a custom putter for themselves. Dominion Meadows Golf Course is used as an outdoor lab in
many aspects of this class. This course has an articulation agreement with community colleges of Spokane
if both greenhouse mgmt and this class are both taken and students earn a grade of a B or higher may
receive college credit for no expense.
Greenhouse Management-SCA419
Grade Level: 9,10,11,12
Course Length: One semester
Credit: Occupational or Science
Students will learn a variety of hands on skills managing plants in our school’s greenhouse. We
will learn about plant growth, a variety of propagation methods, soils, fertilizers, and forms of integrated
pest management. Students will learn to identify plants and a variety of disorders. Plant nutrients and
watering needs are also covered in this class. Students will grow plants in a variety of ways including the
use of hydroponics. Students will start a variety of plants and collect data on the progress of the plants.
The process will include the harvesting, selling and distribution of the products grown. Other business
skills covered; use of the cash register, inventory methods, ordering and sales. Students will also learn how
to type a resume, go through an interview, and fill out a job application. This course has an articulation
agreement with community colleges of Spokane if both turf and golf course mgmt and this class are both
taken and students earn a grade of a B or higher may receive college credit for no expense.
Alternative Energy Systems- Green Technology
Grade Level: 9,10, 11, 12
Credit: Occupational, Elective, Science
Course Length: Semester
This course covers wind turbines, hydro-electric, bio-fuels, solar power, thermal, and fuel calls.
Students will have an understanding of alternative energy systems and how to operate and maintain them.
Students will know the operation and physics of each system. The class will include but not limited to:
Safety, Rigging, Prime Movers, Mechanical Drivers, Alignment, Pumps, Conveyors, Hydraulics,
Pneumatics, Vibration Analysis, Lubrication, Piping Systems, Schematics, Wiring, Electricity/electronics,
AC/DC, High and low voltage systems, Programmable logic control, Soft skills, safety.
SOCIAL STUDIES
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United States History - HIA481 & HIB481
Grade Level: 10
Course Length: Full Year
Credit: Social Studies
United States History is a chronological survey of American social, economic, and political
development from the Revolutionary War period to modern times. However, the emphasis is from 1865 to
the present. The class stresses improvement in writing and speaking skills. In addition, there are
cooperative group learning activities as well as group presentations. Students are encouraged to use higher
order thinking skills such as analysis, synthesis, and evaluation as they study events in history. Geography
is also stressed in context with the chronological history content in both the US and in the world. Students
are required to pass a map exam on U.S. States & Capitals.
Honors United States History - HIA483 & HIB483
Grade Level: 10
Course Length: Full Year
Credit: Social Studies
Prerequisites: Entry to this course is contingent upon approval of application and teacher approval.
United States History is a chronological survey of American social, economic, and political
development from the Revolutionary War period to modern times. However, the emphasis is from 1865 to
the present. The class stresses improvement in writing and speaking skills. In addition, there are
cooperative group learning activities as well as group presentations. Students are encouraged to use higher
order thinking skills such as analysis, synthesis, and evaluation as they study events in history. Geography
is also stressed in context with the chronological history content in both the US and in the world. This
course also requires outside reading of either historical novels or non-fiction each quarter. The books must
relate to the time period, which the class is studying at the time. Students are then required to type papers,
which explain the historical significance of their books. Tests also require more analytical thinking skills
and more discussion. Students are required to pass a map exam on U.S. States & Capitals.
World Studies - HIA471 & HIB471
Grade Level: 11
Course Length: Full Year
Credit: Social Studies
World Cultures is a course designed to introduce the student to various cultures of predominately
non-western societies. By looking at the geography, language, ethnicity, religion, social structure,
economics, art, and history of different societies, the student will gain an appreciation for cultural diversity
and the need for cooperation on a global level. The course will also look at some of the contemporary
issues facing these societies and their impact on the rest of the world. This course will look at such areas as
Latin America, Japan, China, India, the Middle East, and Africa. Students are required to pass a map exam.
Honors World Studies - HIA472 & HIB472
Grade Level: 11
Course Length: Full Year
Prerequisites: Entry to this course is contingent upon approval of application and teacher approval.
Honors World Cultures is a course designed to introduce the student to various cultures of predominately
non-western societies. By looking at the geography, language, ethnicity, religion, social structure,
economics, art, and history of different societies, the student will gain an appreciation for cultural diversity
and the need for cooperation on a global level. The course will also look at some of the contemporary
issues facing these societies and their impact on the rest of the world. This course will look at such areas as
Latin America, Japan, China, India, the Middle East, and Africa. This course also requires outside reading
each quarter. The reading will relate to the cultural area, which the class is studying at the time. Tests also
require more analytical thinking skills and more discussion. Students are required to pass a map exam.
Current World Problems (C.W.P.) - HIA491 & HIB491
Grade Level: 12
Course Length: Full year
Credit: Social Studies
C.W.P. has a curriculum that revolves around current domestic and international issues. This class
studies the post 9/11 world and our role in it. Domestically, students will gain a better understanding of
issues in America like government, elections, federal spending, as well as social concerns like poverty and
health care. Internationally, students will gain a better understanding of America’s role around the globe as
a superpower taking into account U.S. foreign policy and the threat of terrorism. Ultimately, the goal of
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C.W.P. is to help students become educated, voting citizens who have an understanding of the major issues
both inside and outside of the U.S. Students will be expected to read Newsweek magazine to stay informed
and to participate in classroom discussions on the current issues facing the nation.
Washington State History - HIS460
Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Course Length: Semester
Credit: Social Studies
An in-depth look at Washington State and its impact on the Pacific Northwest. This class covers
topics from the Volcanoes and Glaciers to current issues and possible solutions.
HEALTH & FITNESS
9 Health - HLT572
Grade Level: 9
Course Length: Semester
Credit: Health
The Health/Character Development curriculum is an overview of the knowledge, attitude, and
behaviors that encourage a student to make informed decisions that will lead to optimum physical and
emotional wellness as an adult. Students will be able to make informed decisions about substance
use/abuse, understand sexual abuse/domestic violence issues, and understand State mandated HIV/AIDS
information. Also, we will involve Habits of Highly Effective Teens in our study. The outcomes of these
units will assist young adults in making decisions that will result in a better quality of life.
9-12 PE/Weights - PHA501 or PHB501
Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Course Length: Semester
Credit: Physical Education
Students will be introduced to the basic components of fitness and exercise. Activities will include
participation in a warm-up and conditioning/flexibility period, with instruction in skills in a variety of
lifetime sports. Participation in the lifetime sports is designed to encourage an active lifestyle.
In addition the course is designed so that each student can develop an individual weight and fitness
program that best fits the individual's needs. Weight training, aerobic and anaerobic fitness, and skillspecific programs are emphasized.
Adv. Fitness Training - PHA503 or PHB503
Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Course Length: Semester
Credit: Physical Education
Prerequisite: In sports or instructor permission
Advanced Fitness Training is designed for those students who are active in one or more sports.
This class meets before school as a “zero hour” class. Emphasis will be on weight training, plyometrics,
agility and footwork. The goal of the class is to improve performance and encourage discipline,
commitment, dedication, and mental toughness, while at the same time developing each student's athletic
and fitness capabilities to his/her utmost.
Female Fitness-PHA504 or PHB504
Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Course Length: Semester
Credit: Physical Education
This will be a fitness-based class, focusing on body training specifically designed for girls. There
will be a strong cardiovascular component as well as a weight lifting component. Experts on the new
nutrition pyramid will speak on proper eating habits, and help the girls develop a health eating strategy.
This course will also meet the Grade 10 benchmarks for Fitness and Nutrition.
Health & Lifetime Fitness-HLT573
Grade Level: 9
Course Length: Full Year
Credit: Physical Education & Health This course is designed for students not intending to earn extracurricular sports credit, in order to fulfill the state P.E. requirement.
This class is specifically designed for students needing Physical Education and Health to meet the state
requirements for P.E. Students will alternate between health curriculum units and fitness class curriculum.
Health curriculum will include Seven Habits/Decision Making, Seven Habits/Mental Health,
Nutrition/Eating Disorders, Substance Abuse, First Aid, Consumer Health and Health Careers, Sexual
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Assault/Domestic Violence. In the fitness section students will be introduced to the basic components of
fitness and exercise. The course is designed so that each student can develop an individual weight and
fitness program that best fits the individual's needs. Weight training, aerobic and anaerobic fitness, and
skill-specific programs are emphasized.
Off Campus P.E./Fitness (I.S. P.E.)– PHY515
Grade Level: 11, 12
Course Length: Semester
Credit: Physical Education
Prerequisites: The student must need a P.E. credit for graduation.
This activity course is designed to promote fitness and workout habits of the participants. Students
will be awarded credit for a workout that will be completed outside the school day. Through this Fitness
class, we will be able to meet the State Health standards that are expected for all High School students.
Extra Curricular Sports
Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Course Length: Sports Season
Credit: Physical Education
Student athletes will earn .5 credit per each successful completion of a sport. In order to earn
credit student athletes must adhere to athletic guidelines, safety guidelines and complete the entire season.
All CHS sports teams (including Cheerleading and Dance and Drill) qualify to earn credit. The Head
Coach and/or Athletic Director award credit.
ELECTIVES
Navigation
Course Length: Full Year (.25)
Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Credit: Elective
Navigation is an advisory class that is required for all Colville High School students. The course
will help guide students to choose classes, fulfill graduation requirements, set goals, earn community service
hours, and plan for college and potential careers. The course is based on a state-designed curriculum that
supports the Washington requirements for the Culminating Project and the High School and Beyond Plan.
Student-led conferences take place at each grade level and provide opportunities for students to share
classroom work, discuss goals, and evaluate their own learning. The students will maintain the same
advisors throughout their four years at Colville High School. During the senior year, the Navigation
curriculum focuses mainly on the Culminating Project and Portfolio in addition to assisting students in
satisfying all other graduation requirements.
French I - FOA274 & FOB274
Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Course Length: Full Year
Credit: Elective
The study of the French language will be presented within the context of the contemporary Frenchspeaking world and its culture. Communicative proficiency and cultural understanding will be stressed.
The classes will celebrate the holidays, enjoy the traditional foods, and hear the popular music of France.
The basic objectives are to attain proficiency in the four skills of listening, speaking, reading, and writing in
a way that makes language learning a meaningful activity.
French II - FOA275 & FOB275
Grade Level: 10, 11, 12
Course Length: Full Year
Credit: Elective
Prerequisites: French I
The students will continue their study of the French language within the context of the
contemporary French-speaking world and its culture. The students will advance in the study of the
grammatical structure of the French language. However communicative proficiency and cultural
understanding will continue to be stressed.
Japanese I - FOA286 & FOB286
Will not be offered 11/12
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Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Course Length: Full Year
Credit: Elective
This course is designed to introduce the student to the basics of the Japanese language. The
student will learn to read and write Hiragana, Katakana, and Kanji (50). The student will also be able to
understand and write simple, complete sentences. The course will also concentrate on learning to converse
in Japanese with ease. Finally, the student will learn about the customs, culture, and geography of Japan
Japanese II - FOA287 & FOB287
Grade Level: 10, 11, 12
Course Length: Full Year
Credit: Elective
Pre-requisites: Japanese I
This course is designed to continue the study of the Japanese language. The student will learn
more Kanji (125), write complete sentences combing the three written characters (Hiragana, Katakana, and
Kanji), read three mixed Nihongo characters smoothly, and understand sentences with different tenses and
informality. Finally, the student will learn more about the customs, culture, and geography of Japan.
Spanish I - FOA261 & FOB262
Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Course Length: Full Year
Credit: Elective
Students will learn basic pronunciation, vocabulary, and grammar necessary for simple, everyday
conversations. This course places particular emphasis on writing and reading skills. Basic speaking and
comprehension skills are covered, and particular attention is given to an appreciation of the Spanish and
Hispanic cultures.
Spanish II - FOA262 & FOB262
Grade Level: 10, 11, 12
Course Length: Full Year
Credit: Elective
Prerequisites: Spanish I
A thorough review of Spanish I is stressed. The course emphasizes increased oral comprehension
and speaking skills, using additional vocabulary and correct grammar. The student will improve reading
comprehension and writing skills through involvement with cultural and personal subject matter. The
student will increase active vocabulary and ability to use verb tenses correctly. Short written compositions
and oral class presentations are introduced throughout the course.
Spanish III
Grade Level: 11, 12
Course Length: Full Year
Credit: Elective
Prerequisites: Spanish I, II
Spanish III is as close to an immersion program as you can get to in the classroom. We use
literature and authentic cultural items to develop language and cultural intelligence skills. We learn and
apply Spanish to specific professional fields. Students manage a Linguafolio, a professional online
portfolio demonstrating language proficiencies. This can be part of their professional resume. Students also
have the option of testing and obtaining college credit for their language proficiency. Requirements are
Spanish I and II (passing with a C + average).
Humanities 101- HIA473 & HIB473
Grade Level: 12 (11 if space is available) Course Length: Full year
Credit: Elective
Prerequisites: Entry to this course is contingent upon teacher
approval. CWU has additional requirements.
This is a college level course designed as an interdisciplinary exploration of the art, architecture,
history, literature, and philosophy of early near eastern civilizations, ancient Israel, Egypt, Greece and
Rome. The course will use the syllabus provided by the Humanities Department of Central Washington
University. There are extensive outside readings, essay writing, an eight-page term paper and tests.
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Office Aides - ELE103
Grade Level: 10,11, 12
Course Length: Semester/Year
Credit: Elective
Prerequisites: Office Permission
Students must be willing to present themselves in a professional manner during this class period.
Students are responsible for greeting all guests to our office and assisting visitors and students courteously.
Students are responsible for answering the phone, delivering messages, and completing other office tasks as
assigned. Students are expected to be positive, maintain confidentiality, and to have good attendance.
Library Science - ELE105
Grade Level: 10, 11, 12
Course Length: Semester
Credit: Elective
The library science student is responsible for shelving books and, circulating materials using the
Destiny Circulation System, book projects and reading requirements, processing materials, photocopying
and processing and retrieving magazines. Sometimes students are called upon to perform unexpected duties
- hauling equipment, picking up supplies/mail, typing, helping with inventory, etc. In short, students are
acting as assistant librarians. Students are expected to be positive, courteous, and business-like in dealings
with students and staff.
ASB Leadership – ELA762 or ELB762
Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Course Length: Semester/Full Year
Credit: Elective
Prerequisite: Approval by Teacher
This course is designed to instruct students in the various methods and techniques involved in
planning, implementing and evaluating projects related to school and community activities. Furthermore,
the course gives students the opportunity to generate original projects and to actually implement those
endeavors.
The assignments for this course include public speaking, community service projects, the creation
of an original lunchtime activity, the initiation and completion of various other projects dictated by the
traditional school activity program, and a leadership competency test.
The course is an elective credit, open to all grade levels. It is taught each semester in which the
objectives are repeated but the method of reaching those goals is designed to fit current activities.
Mentor/Peer Tutor – ELE107
Grade Level: 11, 12
Course Length: Full Year
Credit: Elective or Community Service depending on hours and placement.
Prerequisite: See description
Student mentors will receive credit or community service hours based on number of hours spent in
zero hour classes and the quality of work in helping students be successful in English and math. Zero hour
classes will be held after the regular school day twice weekly. Mentors for English must be enrolled in
college prep or honors English, enjoy working with peers, and present a letter of recommendation from an
English teacher. Math mentors must have completed the basic and applied math tests, completed Integrated
II and present a letter of recommendation from their math teacher.
Student Store Manager - VOC763
Grade Level: 10, 11, 12
Course Length: Semester
Credit: Elective
Prerequisite: Approval by Student Store Faculty Advisor.
Store managers will oversee the running of the student store. The group of managers will be in
charge of purchasing, maintaining inventory, selecting personnel to work at the store, advertising and
promotions. This is an independent study course.
Production Tech –ARA367 or ARB367
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Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Credit: Elective
Prerequisite: None
The main responsibility of this class will be learning to run sound, lights and stage for all CHS
Auditorium events. Students wanting to earn semester credit must complete 75 hours of involvement.
Students not earning credit can earn Public Service Hours.
OCCUPATIONAL/VOCATIONAL
Consumer Education - VOA691 or VOB691
Grade Level: 12
Course Length: Semester
Credit: Occupational
Consumer Education is a graduation requirement for seniors. It is designed to help students
develop the personal finance skills needed to locate, use and evaluate resources that will help them make
successful consumer and financial management decisions. Students will develop a “13th Year Plan” that
outlines their goals after graduation. Topics covered include educational opportunities, financial aid,
careers, spending plans, banking, investments, taxes, credit and loans, housing options, transportation,
insurance, etc. Students will also complete a resume, cover letter and participated in a mock interview to
prepare them for the work force.
Culinary Arts I – VOA 822 or VOB822
Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Course Length: Semester
Credit: Elective or Occupational
The course is designed to teach students how to plan, prepare and serve meals to a variety of
audiences Students will learn about nutrition, wellness and food preparation. This is a very hands-on
learning environment where students have the opportunity to learn cooperatively in small groups while
participating in numerous food labs.
Culinary Arts II- VOA823 or VOB 823
Grade Level: 10, 11, 12
Course Length: Semester
Credit: Elective or Occupational
Culinary Arts II is an extension of the Culinary Arts class. Students must have successfully
completed Culinary Arts with a B grade or better and have the instructor’s signature on their registration
form to enroll. This course is designed to expose students to a wide variety of culinary experiences.
Through investigation and discovery, students will understand that safe, healthy, and appealing food
preparation techniques are important for their personal, family, and community lifestyles and can be applied
to culinary arts careers. Students will drive much of the directions of the class by selecting and preparing
recipes for a variety of audiences.
Annual Production - VOB781
Grade Level: 10, 11, 12
Course Length: Semester
Credit: Occupational or Elective
Prerequisites: Permission from instructor. Computer knowledge is helpful, but not essential. What is
essential is willingness to: learn, experiment, work with others, pay attention to detail and spend some time
after school assembling the product.
Annual production may be taken several times on a progressive basis. This class is responsible for
producing the yearbook. Duties include reporting, desktop publishing, and editing. This course is designed
for students who are self-motivated and disciplined.
Cooperative Paid Work-Based Learning - VOA701 & VOB701
Grade Level: 10, 11, 12 (Must be sixteen years of age)
Course Length: Semester
Credit: Occupational or Elective
This is a flexible class where students may earn high school credit while working at a job offcampus. Cooperative Work-Based Learning is open to students who are 16 years of age and over. Students
must be employed prior to beginning the class and have valid learning objectives for your job, which relates
to your career path. Students must be making satisfactory progress toward graduation, caught up with
required credits and course work. Students may earn one credit for 360 documented hours of paid work or
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.5 credit for 180 hours of paid work. Grades are issued on a letter grading scale determined by completed
assignments, accurate work record keeping and evaluations.
In addition, students must complete needed forms prior to entering the class, hand in directed assignments,
turn in monthly work schedule sheets, and submit copies of pay records once a month. Students must also
attend seminar classes to turn in monthly work, meet with the instructor and to gain additional knowledge in
the world of work and personal growth through a variety of lessons.
Instructional Non-paid Work Based Learning - VOA703 or VOB703
Grade Level 10, 11, 12
Course Length: Semester
Credit: Occupational or Elective
Prerequisite:
Instructional Work-Based Learning is open to students who are 16 years of age and over. This class is a
non-paid internship, which allows students to explore careers of their choose by being matched up with
employers of our community. Students must be making satisfactory progress toward graduation, caught up
with required credits and course work.
Students may earn one credit for 180 documented hours of non-paid work or .5 credit for 90 hours of nonpaid work. Grades are issued on a letter grading scale determined by completed assignments, accurate log
sheets listing daily tasks completed at your work site and evaluations. Students must have their own
transportation, a good attendance record and a career preference.
This course gives you a chance to really see if your career choice is what you want to do when you
graduate from high school. Your place of internship needs to be selected and finalized with the CRT
instructor before the semester begins. Prior to beginning your internship a variety of work waivers and
initial assignments must to be completed. Sign up and see Mrs. Strite before school is out to set up a site to
go to.
FFA Leadership – VOA766 or VOB766
Grad Level: 9,10,11,12
Course Length: Semester
Credit: Occupational, Elective
Prerequisite:
A member of the Colville FFA Chapter
Students will be instructed in a variety of leadership skills including public speaking, record
keeping, planning and implementing individual SAE’s (supervised agricultural experiences) and
participating in various career development events (CDE) sponsored by the FFA. These events include
reading and writing various parts of the event areas. Community projects will also be an emphasis to
become involved in. Students will set goals for the semester, self monitor their progress and fine tune their
objectives throughout the process. This course if taken for an entire year, has an articulation agreement
with community colleges of Spokane and students earning a grade of a B or higher may receive college
credit for no expense.
Welding and Fabrication - VOA613 or VOB 613
Grade level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Course Length: Semester
Credit: Occupational, Elective, Fine Arts*
Welding is one of the most common and dependable methods of joining materials together.
Fabrication is the process of blueprint reading, layout, cutting, and materials preparation and assembly.
This course instructs students in the safe and correct procedures used in shielded metal arc welding, oxyacetylene welding, MIG and TIG welding, and air arc and plasma cutting. Course content also includes the
safe use and care of hand and power equipment found in the welding fabrication shops and the application
of materials and blueprint reading to the fabrication process. Some of the equipment to which students will
be introduced includes; grinders, power saws, cold saws, drill presses, and quality control test equipment.
Each student can proceed at his or her own rate. Each quarter there are mandatory requirements. Advanced
students must set quarter goals. All students must keep an accurate daily logbook. Students may exceed
requirements from basic to advanced welding. Advanced welding may include certifying on plate and/or
pipe. The student’s only limitations are his/her own.
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To receive Fine Arts credit; student must obtain written approval from administration prior to
course start date.
Carpentry - VOA913 or VOB913
Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Course Length: Semester
Credit: Occupational, Elective, Fine Arts*
The central goal of the course work is to provide the student with the basic skills needed for entrylevel employment in the building and construction fields. Presentation will be in eight general areas with
in-depth study available in each area. Each student will design and produce a project of his or her choice.
Since this is an individualized course of study, each student will develop other competencies appropriate to
his or her needs along with the following basic requirements: safety and accident prevention/first aid, shop
procedures,
(tools and machines), drafting and sketching, project design and completion,
communication/reporting, construction math, cabinetry, business practices/ethics.
* To receive Fine Arts credit; student must obtain written approval from administration prior to
course start date.
Certified Nursing Assistant – VOC713
Grade Level: 11, 12
Course Length: Semester
Credit: Occupational, Elective
The Nursing Assistant course explores medical content knowledge, career exploration, and school-to-work
experience for students in grades 11 and 12. Students interested in this pathway; from physician, nursing
assistant to emergency medical technician will find this course excellent preparation for a wide range of
vocational or career opportunities and continuing education including Certified Nursing Assistant. This
class does not meet at CHS
Engraving - VOA631 or VOB631
Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Course Length: Semester or Full Year
Credit: Occupational or Elective
Students learn principles of entrepreneurship while operating a school-based enterprise. All
aspects of design manufacturing and marketing are introduced. Each student learns to operate a variety of
computer software, operate a "state of the art" computer driven engraver, laser engraver and deal with
vendors and consumers. The products of this class are "real world" marketable awards, trophies and
personal projects. Skills consist of product design, problem solving, communications, applied math,
consumer relations, and marketing, self-evaluation and computer applications. This class is designed for
students who like a challenging, activity- based course of study.
Computer Applications - BUS181
Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Course Length: Semester
Credit: Occupational
The objective of the class is to create a workplace atmosphere where students are given instruction,
a task, and a deadline. Students are graded on the outcome and completion of several tasks over the course
of the semester including active participation in whole class activities. The majority of class time will be
spent on keyboarding and office application software.
The OJT concept at CHS revolves around computer tasks that will make the student successful at
Colville High School in the areas of task completion for other classes. Final emphasis is on career
orientation with the beginning development of a portfolio, which includes goals and objectives orienting the
student towards 13th year outcomes and beyond.
Audio Production-ARA366 or ARB 366
Grade Level: 10, 11, 12
Course Length: Semester
Credit: Occupational or Elective
Prerequisites: Some background/interest in music and recording is helpful.
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Audio Production will train students in the art of live sound reinforcement and recording studio
techniques. Areas of focus will include: Physics of Sound, Sound Systems, Acoustics, Recording Studio
History, Digital Audio Workstations, MIDI and extensive training with the Pro Tools recording software.
FINE OR VISUAL ARTS
Commercial Art - ARA111 or ARB111
Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Course Length: Semester
Credit: Fine Arts or Occupational
This course looks at basic art competencies and vocational occupations within the art field. Skills
and knowledge is obtained in a structured lab setting. The main focus of this course is the exploration of
different materials used to create art. Emphasis is placed on drawing, art history and writing. Fall
curriculum includes acrylic painting, calligraphy, 3-D sculpture and block printing. Spring courses address
watercolor painting, block lettering, 3-D sculpture and silkscreen printing. The student during the course of
either term will also develop skills in critical thinking, creativity, problem solving and service to others.
Portfolio development is the main grading component of this course.
Art History - ARB114
Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Credit: Fine Arts or Occupational
Course Length: Spring Semester Only
This course will address three 20th century movements in art. Impressionism, Post- Impressionism
and Modernism will be studied. Artists studied will include Monet, Cassatt, Van Gogh, Gauguin, Pollock
and Warhol. Skills and knowledge are obtained in a structured lecture and lab setting. The main focus of
this course is the exploration of different movements that has inspired contemporary art. Emphasis is placed
on drawing, art history and writing. The student during the course of the term will also develop skills in
critical thinking, creativity, problem solving and service to others. Portfolio development is the main
grading component of this course. It is recommended that students take commercial art prior to enrollment.
A.P. Art History- ARA116 & ARB 116
Grade Level, 10, 11, 12
Course Length: Year
Credit: Fine Arts or Occupational
Prerequisite: It is strongly advised you take Art History first.
This course is designed to parallel college-level Art History courses, AP Art—History of Art
courses provide the opportunity for students to critically examine architecture, sculpture, painting, and other
art forms within their historical and cultural contexts. In covering the art of several centuries (not
necessarily in chronological order), students learn to identify different styles, techniques, and influences and
to formulate and articulate their reactions to various kinds of artwork. This course requires an application
and student is required to take the A.P. National Exam.
Photography I, Beginning - ARA115 & ARB115
Grade Level: 11, 12
Course Length: Full Year
Credit: Fine Arts or Occupational
Prerequisite: Minimum of one semester of Commercial Art with portfolio prior to taking this course is
required. It is also strongly recommended that the student takes chemistry and has 35mm manual
photographic equipment.
This course is designed for the student who enjoys art and is comfortable with the basic art skills
and mediums. This offering is in a structured lab setting and teaches the learner safe handling of chemicals,
films, papers and photographic equipment. This class is exclusively black and white photography and does
require a lab fee. Lab fee includes film, processing and paper. Basic camera operations, portraiture,
photojournalism and lighting are covered. An awareness of potential career development opportunities and
competitions are emphasized. As well as photographic movements, written critiques and photographic art
history Developmental portfolios are a major component for the grading of this course. This course is
articulated with Washington Tech. Prep. Programs at Spokane Community Colleges and students can obtain
5 college credits upon successful completion of this course.
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Symphonic Band - ARA361 & ARB361
Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Course Length: Full Year
Credit: Fine Arts
Prerequisites: Instructor Permission
This is an intermediate level class. Units of study will include instrumental techniques, ensemble
rehearsal techniques, performance of band literature from a variety of musical genres, and music theory.
Performances are a required part of this class.
Jazz Band I
(M-W-F at 7:00am) - ARA363 & ARB363
Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Course Length: Full Year (.25 CREDIT PER SEMESTER)
Credit: Fine Arts
Prerequisites:
Audition is Required. Student must be enrolled in either the Wind Ensemble or the
Symphonic Band
This is an advanced level class. Units of study will include performance of music from various
jazz eras, ensemble rehearsal techniques and jazz improvisation. Performances are a required part of this
class.
Jazz Band II
(T-TH at 7:00am) – ARA364 & ARB364
Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Course Length: Full Year (.25 CREDIT PER SEMESTER)
Prerequisites:
Audition is required. Student must be enrolled in either the Wind Ensemble or the
Symphonic Band
This is an intermediate level class. Units of study will include performance of music from various
jazz eras, ensemble rehearsal techniques and jazz improvisation. Performances are a required part of this
class.
Wind Ensemble – ARA362 & ARB362
Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Course Length: Full Year
Credit: Fine Arts
Prerequisites:
Audition is required/Permission is Reqired
This is an advanced level class. Units of study will include instrumental techniques, ensemble rehearsal
techniques, performance of band literature from a variety of musical genres, and music theory.
Performances are a required part of this class.
Concert Choir - ARA365 & ARB365
Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Course Length: Year
Credit: Fine Arts
Prerequisites: Prerequisites:
A Desire to Sing and Learn
This is a year-long class that is open to 9-12 grade students. Units of study will include vocal
technique, music theory and performance of choir literature from a variety of musical genres. Performances
are a required part of this class.
Multi Media - VOA255 or VOB255
Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Course Length: Semester
Credit: Occupational, Elective or Fine Arts
This course introduces students to fundamental skills and knowledge of design principles needed
for positions in the graphics and design fields, such as web and graphic design, advertising, publishing, and
photojournalism. The student will develop an appreciation of good design, a sense of quality and a skill
level of the techniques involved in these fields. In this class we use Adobe Creative Suite (a computer
centered medium) to design visual expression and communicate ideas. This course is entirely project based
(no tests). Prior experience on the computer is not required.
Multimedia may be taken several times on a progressive basis if a student has passed the first
semester with no lower than a B. This course is articulated through Spokane Community Colleges and
students may receive college credit if they pass the class with a B or better.
AutoCAD - Drafting - VOA187 or VOB187
Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Course Length: Semester
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Credit: Fine Arts or Occupational
Students learn the basic graphical language in the Drafting Industry. Students learn the basic Auto
CAD, Solidwork or Sketchup and computer operating system commands. They will apply this knowledge
when learning to read, produce and interpret complex plans and prints. Students will be introduced to the
standards, which govern the drafting industry and shall compile their own classroom standards. Course
work shall consist around problem solving, graphical communication, applied math, mechanical,
architectural, electrical/electronics, modeling techniques, critiques, and self-evaluation. Advanced
AutoCAD based on Teacher Placement.
Theatre Production –
Extra Curricular
Grade Level 9, 10, 11, 12
Course Length: Semester
Credit: Fine Arts
Prerequisite. Multimedia; Successful Interview (1-2 slots)
This small course offering is dedicated to the production of a play during after school hours. A
few students will be allowed in a leadership position as Production Assistant or Student Director for that
season’s performance. Students will learn the essential skills and concepts in stage management and theatre
business. These students may lead the season’s publicity campaign, house management, stage management,
costumes and properties preparation, makeup design, and scene work plans. The culmination of the
semester class will be the production of a play or musical to be presented to the public.
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