2020-2021 FRASER HIGH SCHOOL - COURSE CATALOG
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FRASER HIGH SCHOOL 2020-2021 COURSE CATALOG
Table of Contents
English.................................................................................................................................................................................... 3
Fine Arts ................................................................................................................................................................................. 9
Mathematics ........................................................................................................................................................................ 14
Performing Arts .................................................................................................................................................................. 19
Fraser Performing Arts Academy .................................................................................................................................... 23
Physical & Health Education ............................................................................................................................................ 25
Science ................................................................................................................................................................................. 28
Social Studies ..................................................................................................................................................................... 32
World Language.................................................................................................................................................................. 36
Student Leadership ............................................................................................................................................................ 40
SWAT Team (Students Willing to Assist with Technology) ....................................................................................... 40
Career and Technical Education ..................................................................................................................................... 41
Business, Management, Marketing & Technology ...................................................................................... 41
Culinary and Personal Services ..................................................................................................................... 45
Family & Consumer Science .......................................................................................................................... 47
Health Sciences ............................................................................................................................................... 49
Industrial Technology Electronic Technology ............................................................................................. 51
Manufacturing Technology ............................................................................................................................. 52
Mechanical Drafting .........................................................................................................................................53
Small Engine Technology ............................................................................................................................... 55
Welding Technology........................................................................................................................................56
Wood Technology ............................................................................................................................................57
Senior Math Electives ........................................................................................................................................................ 58
Special Opportunities ........................................................................................................................................................ 65
Cooperative Education....................................................................................................................................65
Career Preparation Center .............................................................................................................................. 67
Dual Enrollment ............................................................................................................................................... 69
Supported Education ......................................................................................................................................................... 70
English Language Arts....................................................................................................................................70
History ............................................................................................................................................................... 72
Math ...................................................................................................................................................................73
Science .............................................................................................................................................................. 75
Miscellaneous .................................................................................................................................................. 76
Career Related Instruction .............................................................................................................................. 77
2English
Fraser High School Requires 4 English credits to graduate
● 1.0 credit: English 9A/9B or Accelerated English 9A/9B
● 1.0 credit: English 10A/10B or Accelerated English 10A/10B
● 1.0 credit: AP English 11A/11B or AP English 11A/11B
● 1.0 credit: AP English 12A/12B or AP English 12A/12B
9th Grade 10th Grade 11th Grade 12th Grade
Pathway 1 English 9A English 10A English 11A English 12A
Meets basic and and and and
graduation English 9B English 10B English 11B English 12B
requirements
(4 credits)
Pathway 2 Accelerated Accelerated AP English 11A AP English 12A
Recommended for English 9A English 10A and and
college bound and and and AP English 11B AP English 12B
interest in Accelerated Accelerated
non-English major English 9B English 10B
Pathway 3 Accelerated Accelerated AP English 11A AP English 12A
Recommended for English 9A English 10A and and
college bound and and and AP English 11B AP English 12B
interest in English Accelerated Accelerated
major English 9B English 10B Recommended Recommended
English Electives English Electives
Recommended Recommended
English Electives English Electives
HS0001 English 9A
In this full-year course, students will further develop critical reading, writing, speaking, and vocabulary skills to prepare
them for future English studies. Students will learn to read carefully and critically, develop public speaking and listening
skills, and strengthen process writing skills through mastery of narrative, informational/explanatory and argumentative
writing. They will incorporate evaluative techniques and editing skills in their writing while mastering specific grammar
skills.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Standard GRADE: 9-12
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take HS0002 - English 9B
HS0002 English 9B
See course description for HS0001.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Standard GRADE: 9-12
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take HS0001 - English 9A
3HS0029 Accelerated English 9A
This full-year course is designed for students who enjoy reading challenging literature and whose reading and writing
skills are well above average. Students will develop critical reading abilities while analyzing literary works and examining
their themes across genre and time; they will strengthen writing skills through mastery of narrative,
informational/explanatory and argumentative writing through cohesive essays and through literary papers. They will
incorporate evaluative techniques and editing skills in their writing and their peers’ writing while mastering specific
grammar skills. This course will move at a faster pace, so curriculum will be covered in greater breadth and depth. The
purpose of this course is to prepare students for future AP courses through increased rigor and academic standards.
COURSE NOTE: Completion of 8th grade English with at least a B average and teacher recommendation
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Accelerated GRADE: 9
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take HS0030 - Accelerated English 9B
HS0030 Accelerated English 9B
See course description for HS0029.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Accelerated GRADE: 9
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take HS0029 - Accelerated English 9A
HS0041 Read 180 1A
This full-year literacy course, required for those who qualify, is designed to assist 9th grade students who struggle in
reading and writing to move toward grade level literacy proficiency. Read 180 is highly individualized and targets students’
individual needs through customized computer work, small group instruction, independent reading with books at students’
levels, and whole group instruction of essential reading and writing skills. This course will not count towards NCAA
eligibility.
COURSE NOTE: 9th grade standing, qualifying placement test, and counselor approval.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Standard GRADE: 9
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take HS0042 - Read 180 1B
HS0042 Read 180 1B
This full-year literacy course, required for those who qualify, is designed to assist 9th grade students who struggle in
reading and writing to move toward grade level literacy proficiency. Read 180 is highly individualized and targets students’
individual needs through customized computer work, small group instruction, independent reading with books at students’
levels, and whole group instruction of essential reading and writing skills. This course will not count towards NCAA
eligibility.
COURSE NOTE: 9th grade standing, qualifying placement test, and counselor approval.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Standard GRADE: 9
COREQUISITES:
If you take this course, you must also take HS0041 - Read 180 1A
HS0045 English Support 9A
This full-year support course, required for those who qualify, is designed to help students build a strong foundation for
success at Fraser High School. This course will provide strategies that will help students with their executive functioning
and mindset skills while strengthening writing, critical reading, and overall English Language Arts skills. This course will
not count towards NCAA eligibility.
COURSE NOTE: 9th grade standing, qualifying placement test, and counselor approval
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Standard GRADE: 9
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take HS0046 – English Support 9B
HS0046 English Support 9B
See course description for HS0045. This course will not count towards NCAA eligibility.
COURSE NOTE: 9th grade standing, qualifying placement test, and counselor approval
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Standard GRADE: 9
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take HS0045 – English Support 9A
HS0051 English 10A
This full-year course will focus on process writing and critical reading with an emphasis on the study of American
literature. Improvement and application of the following skills will be stressed: college and career preparatory vocabulary,
mastery of specific grammar skills and conventions, theme identification and analysis throughout various literary forms,
and the organization and development of effective argumentative essays.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Standard GRADE: 10-12
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take HS0052 - English 10B
4HS0052 English 10B
See course description for HS0051.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Standard GRADE: 10-12
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take HS0051 - English 10A
HS0056 Hybrid-English 10A
This full-year course will focus on process writing and critical reading with an emphasis on the study of American
literature. Improvement and application of the following skills will be stressed: college and career preparatory vocabulary,
mastery of specific grammar skills and conventions, theme identification and analysis throughout various literary forms,
and the organization and development of effective persuasive essays.
COURSE NOTE: Hybrid courses give students the opportunity to experience online learning while still receiving some
face to face instruction.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Standard GRADE: 10-12
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take HS0057 - Hybrid-English 10B
HS0057 Hybrid-English 10B
See course description for HS0056.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Standard GRADE: 10-12
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take HS0056 - Hybrid-English 10A
HS0080 Accelerated English 10A
In this full-year course, students will critically read, analyze, discuss, and write about challenging selections of American
literature while focusing on the influence of intellectual history on literary movements. College and career preparatory
vocabulary, mastery of specific grammar skills and conventions, theme identification and analysis throughout various
literary forms, and the organization and development of effective persuasive essays will be emphasized. This course will
move at a faster pace, so curriculum will be covered in greater breadth and depth. The purpose of this course is to
prepare students for future AP courses through increased rigor and academic standards.
COURSE NOTE: Completion of Accelerated English 9 with at least a B average OR recommendation from English 9
teacher
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Accelerated GRADE: 10
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take HS0081 - Accelerated English 10B
HS0081 Accelerated English 10B
See course description for HS0080.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Accelerated GRADE: 10
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take HS0080 - Accelerated English 10A
HS0105 AP English Language and Composition 11A
This full-year course is organized primarily around rhetorical modes of writing. Students are required to write in a variety of
forms including expository, analytical and argumentative while following the writing process for each assigned essay.
Students perform multiple activities within one class period: language and grammar review, close reading and analysis of
non-fiction, and writing and editing of informal and formal essays. Non-fiction readings are assigned from a variety of
college-level anthologies, and each non-fiction reading is followed by discussion and practice in style analysis.
Preparation for the Advanced Placement exam in English Language and Composition is embedded in course materials.
COURSE NOTE: Completion of Accelerated English 10 with at least a B average OR recommendation from English 10
teacher.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Advanced Placement GRADE: 11
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take HS0106 - AP English Language and Composition 11B
HS0106 AP English Language and Composition 11B
See course description for HS0105.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Advanced Placement GRADE: 11
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take HS0105 - AP English Language and Composition 11A
HS0111 English 11A
Focusing on British literature, this full-year course will continue to aid students in developing critical reading and writing
skills required for post-high school education. Development and application of specific grammar skills and conventions,
college and career preparatory vocabulary, theme identification and analysis skills throughout various literary forms, and
the organization and development of effective, sophisticated argumentative essays will be stressed.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Standard GRADE: 11-12
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take HS0112 - English 11B
5HS0112 English 11B
See course description for HS0111.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Standard GRADE: 11-12
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take HS0111 - English 11A
HS0120 Hybrid-English 11A
Focusing on British literature, this full-year course will continue to aid students in developing critical reading and writing
skills required for post-high school education. Development and application of specific grammar skills and conventions,
college and career preparatory vocabulary, theme identification and analysis skills throughout various literary forms, and
the organization and development of effective, sophisticated argumentative essays will be stressed. COURSE NOTE:
Hybrid courses give students the opportunity to experience online learning while still receiving some face to face
instruction.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Standard GRADE: 11-12
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take HS0121 - Hybrid-English 11B
HS0121 Hybrid-English 11B
See course description for HS0120.
COURSE NOTE: Hybrid courses give students the opportunity to experience online learning while still receiving some
face to face instruction.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Standard GRADE: 11-12
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take HS0120 - Hybrid-English 11A
HS0400 AP English Language and Literature 12A
This full-year course is designed to engage students in the careful reading and critical analysis of imaginative literature.
Through the close reading of selected texts, students will deepen their understanding of the way’s writers use language to
provide both meaning and pleasure for their readers. As the read, students will consider a work's structure, style, and
themes, as well as the use of figurative language, imagery, symbolism, and tone. Writing in this class will focus on
developing and organizing ideas in clear, coherent, and persuasive language; a study of the elements of style; and
developing stylistic maturity. Preparation for the Advanced Placement exam in English Literature and Composition is
embedded in course materials. Students may also have the opportunity to earn credit through Rochester College.
COURSE NOTE: Completion of AP Language and Composition with at least a B average OR recommendation from
English 11 teacher.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Advanced Placement GRADE: 12
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take HS0401 - AP English Language and Literature 12B
HS0401 AP English Language and Literature 12B
See course description for HS0400.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Advanced Placement GRADE: 12
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take HS0400 - AP English Language and Literature 12A
HS0444 English 12A
This full year course is organized around rhetorical modes of writing, critical reading, analytical research, and writing a
research essay. Students are required to write in a variety of forms including expository, analytical, and argumentative by
following a writing process. Students will also study vocabulary, language and grammar, perform close reading and
analysis of non-fiction and fiction, and write and edit formal essays.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Standard GRADE: 12
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take HS0445 - English 12B
HS0445 English 12B
This full year course is organized around rhetorical modes of writing, critical reading, analytical research, and writing a
research essay. Students are required to write in a variety of forms including expository, analytical, and argumentative by
following a writing process. Students will also study vocabulary, language and grammar, perform close reading and
analysis of non-fiction and fiction, and write and edit formal essays.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Standard GRADE: 12
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take HS0444 - English 12A
6HS0446 Hybrid English 12A
This full year course is organized around rhetorical modes of writing, critical reading, analytical research, and writing a
research essay. Students are required to write in a variety of forms including expository, analytical, and argumentative by
following a writing process. Students will also study vocabulary, language and grammar, perform close reading and
analysis of non-fiction and fiction, and write and edit formal essays.
COURSE NOTE: Hybrid Courses give students the opportunity to experience online learning while still receiving some
Face to Face instruction.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Standard GRADE: 12
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take HS0447 - Hybrid English 12B
HS0447 Hybrid English 12B
This full year course is organized around rhetorical modes of writing, critical reading, analytical research, and writing a
research essay. Students are required to write in a variety of forms including expository, analytical, and argumentative by
following a writing process. Students will also study vocabulary, language and grammar, perform close reading and
analysis of non-fiction and fiction, and write and edit formal essays.
COURSE NOTE: Hybrid courses give students the opportunity to experience online learning while still receiving some
Face to Face instruction.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Standard GRADE: 12
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take HS0446 - Hybrid English 12A
English - Electives
These courses are recommended for students considering careers in liberal arts and communication or for students who
wish to explore skills and ideas beyond those stressed in the core courses. They will enrich and broaden essential
thinking, reading, writing, and speaking skills, and must be elected in addition to the required courses. Prerequisites for
each of the following indicate the grade-level at which students may elect each course.
HS0421 Logic and Debate
This one-semester course is designed for the above-average, college-bound student. It requires discipline and self-
motivation. The course emphasizes the fundamentals of formal logic, precise thought, skillful research, persuasive
speaking, effective argumentation, and the mechanics of formal, academic debate. Students will demonstrate proficiency
and prepare for college coursework through class discussion, written work, and formal academic debate.
COURSE NOTE: Successful completion of Accelerated English 10, AP English 11, or teacher recommendation
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Standard GRADE: 11-12
HS0507 Broadcast Journalism A
This course offers an introduction to the world of broadcasting and writing for radio and television. Students will focus on
the fundamentals and special skills of writing for radio. The Broadcast Journalism course is designed to prepare informed,
principled, disciplined, and creative broadcast journalists for career in broadcasting. The program includes use of
broadcast news gathering equipment, news writing, news casting, interviewing, researching, and practical broadcast
journalism experiences. Students will be afforded the opportunity to integrate these skills in the creation of actual radio
broadcasts. The course will not count towards NCAA eligibility.
COURSE NOTE: Open to all grades with advisor approval and application. Helpful prerequisite classes would be
research and presentation and journalism 1 (See advisor for details)
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Standard GRADE: 9-12
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take HS0508 - Broadcast Journalism B
HS0508 Broadcast Journalism B
See course description for HS0507.This course will not count towards NCAA eligibility.
COURSE NOTE: Open to all grades with advisor approval and application. Helpful prerequisite classes would be
research and presentation and journalism 1 (See advisor for details)
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Standard GRADE: 9-12
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take HS0507 - Broadcast Journalism A
HS0510 Journalism I
Journalism I is a one-semester course offering an introduction to the world of newspaper writing. Students will focus on
the fundamentals and special skill of editing and news writing. This course is a prerequisite for Journalism II. This course
will not count towards NCAA eligibility.
COURSE NOTE: Open to students in 9th through 12th grade who have earned a C or higher in their English class
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Standard GRADE: 9-12
7HS0520 Journalism 2A
Journalism II is a full-year newspaper production course. Students entering this course immediately become staff
members of The Flash. Duties will include interviewing and reporting on news stories, plus design and layout of the school
newspaper. Occasional after-school attendance is required. Please note, this course may be repeated for credit. This
course will not count towards NCAA eligibility.
COURSE NOTE: Recommendation of Journalism I instructor
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Standard GRADE: 9-12
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take HS0521 - Journalism 2B
HS0521 Journalism 2B
See course description for HS0520.This course will not count towards NCAA eligibility. COURSE NOTE:
Recommendation of Journalism I instructor
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Standard GRADE: 9-12
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take HS0520 - Journalism 2A
HS0526 Hybrid Creative Writing
This one-semester course is designed for students of average and above-average ability. Students will read a wide variety
of poetry and short stories that will provide models as they produce work of their own. The class will use the workshop
method for discussion of student writing. Students will assemble several collections of writing over the course of the
semester. As a result, progressive mastery of forms will be a major factor in evaluating student performance. Hybrid
courses give students the opportunity to experience online learning while still receiving some Face to Face instruction.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Standard GRADE: 11-12
HS0533 Hybrid Yearbook A
Students in this one-semester course will produce the Rambler yearbook. Students will learn fundamentals of photo
cropping, page balance, layout and copy writing, proofreading, photography, advertising and sales & marketing. They will
learn to use IBM PC for layout design. To earn credit, students must complete all requirements of both semesters. The
class can be repeated for credit with advisor’s approval. Occasional after-school attendance is required. This course will
not count towards NCAA eligibility.
COURSE NOTE: Hybrid courses give students the opportunity to experience online learning while still receiving some
Face to Face instruction. This course will be limited to one section of 25 students.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Standard GRADE: 10-12
PREREQUISITE: 10th grade standing and application. (See advisor for details and application.)
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take HS0534 - Hybrid Yearbook B
HS0534 Hybrid Yearbook B
See course description for HS0533. This course will not count towards NCAA eligibility.
COURSE NOTE: Hybrid courses give students the opportunity to experience online learning while still receiving some
Face to Face instruction.
This course will be limited to one section of 25 students.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Standard GRADE: 10-12
PREREQUISITE: 10th grade standing and application. (See advisor for details and application.)
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take HS0533 - Hybrid Yearbook A
HS0550 Speech
Juniors and Seniors who wish to develop their research skills while at the same time gain poise, increase confidence, and
refine their public speaking skill should take this one-semester course. Students will research topics in preparation for
informative and persuasive presentations as well as for the panel discussion at the end of the semester. Students will also
outline, rehearse, and deliver demonstration and personal experience presentations. In addition, students will utilize
podcasting, video casting, and other media formats to present information. This course will be offered every other year.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Standard GRADE: 11-12
8Fine Arts
It is advised that students wishing to pursue art beyond high school consider selections from the following courses at each
grade level.
Ninth: Foundations in Art (Pre-requisite to all art classes)
Drawing and Painting 1
Sculpture 1
Digital Imaging 1
Tenth: Any of the above, plus:
Drawing and Painting 2
Sculpture 2
Digital Imaging 2
Eleventh: Any of the above, plus:
Drawing and Painting 3 *
Sculpture 3 *
Humanities (2 semesters)
Digital Imaging 3 *
Exploring Artistic Expression
AP Studio Art *
Twelfth: Any of the above, plus:
Humanities 2
A.P. Art History
Exploring Artistic Expression
* Can be taken more than once for credit.
Students planning to pursue art beyond high school need to complete portfolios for college and scholarship application
HS7200 Foundations in Art
This course is designed as a steppingstone to the various pathways in the art department. Foundations in Art is a
prerequisite for all beginning art courses. This course will: Provide meaningful hands on learning experiences that will
allow for personal growth and creative expression, integrate problem solving, decision making, creative and critical
thinking as well as aesthetics, art history and studio production both 2-dimensionally and 3-dimensionally. Students will:
Exercise respect and care for materials and people in the art room. Understand and articulate the vocabulary and
language of art. Demonstrate knowledge and ability to work with a variety of media. Students will successfully produce
finished pieces of art. Students will demonstrate their knowledge and ability through quizzes, tests and finished projects.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Standard GRADE: 9-12
HS7225 Drawing and Painting 1
This is an introductory course in two-dimensional design. It explores a variety of media in an effort to develop interest,
perceptual skills, drawing skills, and style. Design elements and principles of art will be emphasized. Students will: 1.
Study line, color, texture, value, shape, and space 2. Use these elements individually and combine them to achieve
diverse visual outcomes 3. Study balance, unity, movement, variety, center of interest, and expression 4. Practice manual
skills necessary to skillfully use the medium 5. Practice the necessary perceptual skills to illustrate effectively 6. Initiate
self-expressive ideas 7. Creatively solve the problems encountered in visual expression 8. Study the elements, principles,
styles, and mediums of art history 9. Create a complete finished piece of art.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Standard GRADE: 9-12
PREREQUISITE: Completion of Foundations in Art
9HS7300 Exploring Artistic Expression
Exploring Artistic Expression will provide students with the opportunity to create projects independently and in peer
mentor/mentee, mentor fellow Art Students, as well as expose students to a variety of techniques and varied media. THIS
COURSE MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT. Students will: 1.) Submit an application with plan of work 2.) Develop self-
expression through art
3.) Maintain a visual journal 4.) Assist fellow art students in the completion of projects
5.) Explore media and themes in art 6.) Complete visual projects
COURSE NOTE: This course is offered every other year. The next offering will be 2020-2021.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Standard GRADE: 11-12
HS7235 Drawing and Painting 2
This course assumes an understanding of the elements and principles of design. Greater development of individual ideas
and expression will be encouraged through exploration of new technical skills and media. Students will: 1. Apply the
design elements and principles to solve varied design problems 2. Practice creative problem solving in executing designs
3. Practice self-evaluation and critical thinking 4. Develop new ideas for self-expression 5. Explore printmaking, graphic
design, painting, and drawing 6. Examine past and present styles, techniques, and ideas in the context of art history
whenever possible 7. Create and complete finished pieces of art
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Standard GRADE: 9-12
PREREQUISITE: HS7225 Drawing and Painting 1 passed with a "B" or better or instructor's signature
HS7245 Drawing and Painting 3
This class is for individuals who wish to explore problems in drawing, painting, and graphic design. They will be given the
opportunity to strengthen their skills and expand their interest. Students selecting this class should be self-directed,
motivated, and interested in pursuing art beyond the high school level. Students preparing portfolios must take this course
no later than the fall semester of their senior year. THIS COURSE MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT. Students will: 1.
Work with a wide range of materials 2. Possibly create a portfolio for college and scholarship application 3. Create and
complete finished pieces of art
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Standard GRADE: 10-12
PREREQUISITE: Drawing and Painting II with a "B" or better and instructor's signature
HS7255 Sculpture 1
This is an introductory course in 3-D design. It will explore a variety of materials as well as being introduced to a number
of technical and manual skills. Design elements and principles will be emphasized. Students will: 1. Study line, space,
shape, texture, color, unity, movement, balance, center of interest 2. Study the elements and principles of design as they
relate to 3-D art 3. Practice additive and subtractive techniques 4. Practice relief and freestanding techniques 5. Use tools
specific to materials and techniques properly 6. Practice safety relative to specific materials and techniques 7. Solve
problems encountered in achieving originally desired outcomes 8. Practice self-evaluation and critical thinking along the
way 9. Study 3-D concepts in the context of art history 10. Quizzes 11. Create and complete finished pieces of art.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Standard GRADE: 9-12
PREREQUISITE: HS7200 - Foundations in Art
HS7265 Sculpture 2
This course assumes a basic understanding of elements and principles of design as they relate to 3-D. Design problems
will involve new skills and more complex techniques. Students will: 1. Reinforce previously learned skills and practice new
skills 2. Use new tools correctly and safely 3. Practice additive, subtractive, relief and freestanding techniques 4. Create
and complete finished pieces of art 5. Employ creative problem solving to achieve original outcomes 6. Practice self-
evaluation and critical thinking to assess outcomes 7. Study 3-D concepts in the context of art history
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Standard GRADE: 9-12
PREREQUISITE: Sculpture and Clay 1 with "B" or better and instructor's signature
HS7273 Sculpture 3
This is an advanced course for self-directed, motivated students who are considering art beyond the high school level.
Students may opt to explore new materials and techniques or develop greater depth of study with materials and
techniques they have used in the past. This course may be repeated for credit. Students will: 1. Develop individualized
goals and design problems 2. Devote equal time to each phase of art: develop the idea, create the artwork, solve the
problems along the way, complete the finished art, employ critical evaluation skills 3. Use tools and materials safely 4.
Use art history and present examples as a resource for creating new examples of 3-D art
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Standard GRADE: 10-12
PREREQUISITE: Sculpture II with a "B" or better and signature of instructor
10HS7290 Multicultural Art I
This course is designed to enrich the study of art history with art projects that simulate arts and crafts from various
cultures. Projects will be created bot two-dimensionally and three-dimensionally. The student will evaluate great works of
art from the past as well as the present to gain a better understanding of different cultures and their creative expression.
Students will question why people create art, the purpose for creating art, and the impact of a culture on art. There will be
quizzes on content presented. Art topics that may be covered: Prehistoric Native Americans, Ancient Civilizations Africa,
Renaissance Asia, Medieval Art Australia, and Modern World.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Standard GRADE: 9-12
PREREQUISITE: HS7200 - Foundations in Art
HS7291 Multicultural Art II
This premier course will broaden the Multicultural Art experience. Students will discover the art history of many diverse
civilizations through an exposure to the customs, traditions, and ethnicity of various societies. Additional 2 and 3-
dimensional student projects will expand their skills. Students will observe supplemental historic as well as current artwork
and will express themselves by using similar media in their own creations. Students will compare and contrast man’s need
to make art and determine how it is impacted by culture. Quizzes will be given. This course may be repeated for credit.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Standard GRADE: 10-12
PREREQUISITE: Multicultural Art I with a “B” or better
HS7398 Hybrid Humanities 1A
This course will introduce students to the importance of the arts throughout history and how they reveal culture. Students
will study the art, architecture, philosophy, literature, and music of the world from ancient Egypt to The Age of Revolution.
No specific knowledge or talent in art or music is required, only a sincere desire to investigate the human experience
throughout time. Exploration of the arts in the local community will be required through field trips and concerts outside of
class. Note: Hybrid courses give students the opportunity to experience online learning while still receiving some face to
face instruction.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Standard GRADE: 10-12
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take HS7399 - Hybrid Humanities 1B
HS7399 Hybrid Humanities 1B
See course description for HS7398. Note: Hybrid courses give students the opportunity to experience online learning
while still receiving some face to fac instruction.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Standard GRADE: 10-12
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take HS7398 - Hybrid Humanities 1A
HS7403 Humanities 2A
This course will broaden a student's awareness of the role of the arts in the human experience. Students will study the art,
architecture, philosophy, literature, and music of the 19th and 20th centuries. The beginnings and development of modern
thought will be studied in depth through readings, visuals, classroom discussion, writings and personal observations in the
local community.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Standard GRADE: 10-12
PREREQUISITE: Humanities 1 or approval of teacher
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take HS7404 - Humanities 2B
HS7404 Humanities 2B
See course description for HS7403.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Standard GRADE: 10-12
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take HS7403 - Humanities 2A
HS7481 Digital Imaging and Commercial Art I
This course is divided into two areas. The first part of the class will concentrate on photo history, procedures, safety and
techniques used in successful photography. The second part of the course will be production orientated. Students will
shoot a series of photographic assignments using the knowledge learned in the first part of the class utilizing a variety of
digital media. Completion of this class is a benefit to those students who wish to go on to the Yearbook staff or the Flash
(FHS Newspaper). Students will: 1. Provide a working digital camera 2. Learn photography history 3. Shoot their own
photographic assignments 4. Understand the basic workings of Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom 5. Learn good visual
composition 6. Be quizzed and teste on presented material
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Standard GRADE: 9-12
PREREQUISITE: Completion of Foundations in Art and a working digital camera
11HS7482 Digital Imaging and Commercial Art II
This class is a class for self-motivated students who are interested in continuing their understanding of photography. This
course will expand quickly on the techniques learned in Digital Imaging I. An emphasis will be placed on visual
composition, creativity, as well as camera and digital applications. Students will: 1. Provide a working digital camera 2.
Shoot their own photographic assignments 3. Mat and mount finished work 4. Build a photographic portfolio 5 Be quizzed
and tested on presented material 6. Work in teams to shoot photographic essays 7. Understand the basic workings of
Adobe Photoshop and Light room 8. Begin to shoot photographic assignments for publications
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Standard GRADE: 10-12
PREREQUISITE: “B” or better in Photography I (7490) or Digital Imaging I, working digital camera, 10th 11th or 12th
grade standing, and teacher consent
HS7483 Digital Imaging and Commercial Art III
This is an advanced course for students that are self-motivated, directed, and are interested in pursuing photography after
high school. They will be given the opportunity to strengthen their skills and expand their understanding in photography
including darkroom work. This class is an asset to students who wish to further their education in photography and are
thinking of a future in the arts. When finished with this class, students will have a finished photography portfolio for college
submission. Students will also have their portfolio submitted into the Regional Scholastics Arts Competition, for national
consideration, at the end of the semester. THIS COURSE MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT. Students will: 1. Learn to
control shutter speed 2. Learn to control aperture 3. Learn to control light 4. Design advanced photographic essays 5. Use
a variety of on camera filters 6. Shoot with a variety of cameras 7. Use a variety of camera types, including infrared 8.
Shoot photographic assignments for publications 9. Understand the workings of Adobe Photoshop and Light room 10.
Learn Darkroom procedures and safety 11. Produce a finished photographic portfolio for scholastic and/or college
submission
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Standard GRADE: 11-12
PREREQUISITE: “B” or better in Photography II (7491) or Digital Imaging II, Working Digital and 35mm. SLR (single lens
reflex) cameras with flash, 11th and 12th grade standing, and teacher consent
HS7510 Advanced Placement Art History A
Advanced Placement Art History is designed to provide students with a survey of art. The course will cover both western
and non-western art, focusing on the factors in the society in which the art was produced that make the art important. The
study of major movements and important artists will also be emphasized. The course will also help students gain an
understanding of the media and processes used in producing art. Students will learn how to look a piece of art in order to
gain information about and better understand the culture that produced it. Students will also learn to write analytically and
descriptively about art. The course will prepare students for intermediate and advanced college courses by making
demands upon them equivalent to those made by full year college courses.
COURSE NOTE: Evaluative Criteria for the Course: Students shall be evaluated on the skills and methods necessary for
success on the Advanced Placement Art History exam.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Advanced Placement GRADE: 11-12
PREREQUISITE: Instructor approval or “A” average in previous year’s English class
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take HS7511 - Advanced Placement Art History B
HS7511 Advanced Placement Art History B
See course description for HS7510.
COURSE NOTE: Evaluative Criteria for the Course: Students shall be evaluated on the skills and methods necessary for
success on the Advanced Placement Art History exam.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Advanced Placement GRADE: 11-12
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take HS7510 - Advanced Placement Art History A
12HS7520 Hybrid-AP Studio Art A
AP Studio Art is a full year Advanced Hybrid Art Course that will have students working both in class and online in a
medium of their choosing. Students who enroll in this class will complete 3 separate Art Portfolios based on the
requirements of the AP College Board. Students will: 1. Complete a portfolio based on a Concentration a. A concentration
is a theme; all 12 of the finished pieces will be based on the same theme. 2. Complete a portfolio based on Breadth a.
The Breadth portfolio is 12 pieces based on the Elements and Principles of Art 3. Complete a portfolio based on Quality a.
The Quality portfolio is 5 pieces that show mastery in their chosen media. Students who earn high marks on their AP
exam – a critique of their three portfolios - will earn AP Credit. There will be several summer projects and students can
expect to have a minimum of 10 hours of work, outside of school hours, per week. Students will be required to be at
biweekly critiques, as well as check in online per class rules. Note: Hybrid courses give students the opportunity to
experience online learning while still receiving some face to face instruction.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Advanced Placement GRADE: 10-12
PREREQUISITE: “B” or better in a level III art class or teacher approval
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take HS7521 - Hybrid-AP Studio Art B
HS7521 Hybrid-AP Studio Art B
See course description for HS7520. Note: Hybrid courses give students the opportunity to experience online learning
while still receiving some face to fac instruction.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Advanced Placement GRADE: 10-12
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take HS7520 - Hybrid-AP Studio Art A
13Mathematics
The goal of the Fraser High School Mathematics Department is to ensure that all students are provided experiences that
encourage and enable them to value mathematics, gai confidence in their own mathematical ability, and to become
proficient at problem-solving, reasoning, communicating, and making mathematical connections. The curriculum offered is
intended to meet all state high school content expectations, prepare students to be successful on all state tests, and to
provide a common body of mathematical ideas accessible to all students.
Math Pathways
Fraser High School Requires 4 math credits to graduate
• 1.0 credit: Algebra 1A and Algebra 1B
• 1.0 credit: Geometry A and Geometry B or Accelerated Geometry A and Accelerated Geometry B
• 1.0 credit: Algebra 2A and Algebra 2B or Accelerated Algebra 2A and Accelerated Algebra 2B
• 1.0 credit: 4th year math credit taken senior year
9th Grade 10th Grade 11th Grade 12th Grade
Pathway 1 Algebra 1A/1B Geometry A/B Algebra 2A/2B Math Elective
Meets basic graduation
requirements
(4 credits)
Pathway 2 Accelerated Accelerated Accelerated Intro to AP Calculus A/B
Recommended for Geometry A/B Algebra 2A/2B Calc A/B
college bound and
interest in
math/science major
(must have taken
Algebra in 8th grade)
Pathway 3 Accelerated ● Accelerated ● Accelerated Intro ● Statistics A/B
Recommended for Geometry A/B Algebra 2A/2B to Calc 2A/2B ● AP Calculus A/B
college bound and ● Algebra 2A/2B ● Intro to Calc A/B
interest in non-
math/science major
(must have taken
Algebra in 8th grade)
Pathway 4 Algebra 1A/1B ● Geometry A/B ● Algebra 2A/2B ● Statistics A/B
Recommended for ● Accelerated ● Accelerated ● Intro to Calc A/B
college bound and Geometry A/B Algebra 2A/2B ● Accelerated Intro
interest in non- to Calc A/B
math/science major
(did not take Algebra in
8th grade)
14HS2120 Algebra 1 in 2 Blocks 1A
This is a 2-block course meeting every day, designed for those students who need additional practice to encourage
success in grasping the abstract concepts of algebra. The material covered, as well as the tests and exams will be the
same as those used in the Algebra 1 course. This course will focus on presenting Algebra as a series of functions – linear,
quadratic, exponential and the analysis of bivariate data. Algebraic modeling of meaningful real-world situations will be
introduced, and functions will be used as a unifying theme. Technology (scientific and/or graphing calculators and
computers) will be utilized, and reasoning, communication, and mathematical connections will be emphasized.
COURSE NOTE: 8th grade teacher recommendation, qualifying grades in 7th and 8th grades and on the 7th and 8th
grade MEAP’s.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Standard GRADE: 9
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take HS2121 - Algebra 1 in 2 Blocks 1B
If you take this course, you must also take HS2123 - Algebra 1 in 2 Blocks 2B
If you take this course, you must also take HS2122 - Algebra 1 in 2 Blocks 2A
HS2121 Algebra 1 in 2 Blocks 1B
See course description for HS2120.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Standard GRADE: 9
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take HS2120 - Algebra 1 in 2 Blocks 1A
If you take this course, you must also take HS2122 - Algebra 1 in 2 Blocks 2A
If you take this course, you must also take HS2123 - Algebra 1 in 2 Blocks 2B
HS2122 Algebra 1 in 2 Blocks 2A
This is a 2-block course meeting every day, designed for those students who need additional practice to encourage
success in grasping the abstract concepts of algebra. The material covered, as well as the tests and exams will be the
same as those used in the Algebra 1 course. This course will focus on presenting Algebra as a series of functions – linear,
quadratic, exponential and the analysis of bivariate data. Algebraic modeling of meaningful real-world situations will be
introduced, and functions will be used as a unifying theme. Technology (scientific and/or graphing calculators and
computers) will be utilized, and reasoning, communication, and mathematical connections will be emphasized.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Standard GRADE: 9
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take HS2121 - Algebra 1 in 2 Blocks 1B
If you take this course, you must also take HS2120 - Algebra 1 in 2 Blocks 1A
If you take this course, you must also take HS2123 - Algebra 1 in 2 Blocks 2B
HS2123 Algebra 1 in 2 Blocks 2B
See course description for HS2122.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Standard GRADE: 9
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take HS2120 - Algebra 1 in 2 Blocks 1A
If you take this course, you must also take HS2122 - Algebra 1 in 2 Blocks 2A
If you take this course, you must also take HS2121 - Algebra 1 in 2 Blocks 1B
HS2130 Math Support 9A
This full-year support course, required for those who qualify, is designed to help students build a strong foundation for
success at Fraser High School. This course will provide strategies that will help students with their executive functioning
and mindset skills while strengthening number sense, problem solving, and overall math skills. This course will not count
towards NCAA eligibility.
COURSE NOTE: 9th grade standing, qualifying placement test, and counselor approval
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Standard GRADE: 9
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take HS2131 – Math Support 9B
HS2131 Math Support 9B
See course description for HS2130. This course will not count towards NCAA eligibility.
COURSE NOTE: 9th grade standing, qualifying placement test, and counselor
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Standard GRADE: 9
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take HS2130 – Math Support 9A
15HS2141 Algebra 1A
This course will focus on presenting problem-solving as its foundation and introduce algebraic techniques as the tools of
problem-solving. Algebra topics, as mandated by the National Common Core Standards, include fundamental operations,
properties of real and complex numbers, factoring, solving and graphing functions (i.e. linear, quadratic, and exponential),
inequalities, exponents, and ratio/proportion will be integrated with geometry, trigonometry, probability, statistics and data
analysis. Algebraic modeling of meaningful real-world situations will be introduced, and functions will be used as a
unifying theme. Technology (scientific and/or graphing calculators and computers) will be utilized, and reasoning,
communication, and mathematical connections will be emphasized.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Standard GRADE: 9-12
PREREQUISITE: 8th grade teacher recommendation
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take HS2142 - Algebra 1B
HS2142 Algebra 1B
See course description for HS2141.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Standard GRADE: 9-12
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take HS2141 - Algebra 1A
HS2145 Accelerated Geometry A
This course will focus on presenting problem-solving techniques and the writing of proofs. As mandated by the National
Common Core Standards, topics will include mathematical reasoning, logic and proof, figures and their properties,
relationships between figures, and transformations of figures in a plane. This class emphasizes a high-level of thinking in
the analysis of these concepts. This course will move at a faster pace, so curriculum will be covered in greater breadth
and depth. The purpose of this course is to prepare students for future AP courses through increased rigor and academic
standards.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Accelerated GRADE: 9-12
PREREQUISITE: C- or better in 8th grade Algebra and teacher recommendation.
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take HS2146 - Accelerated Geometry B
HS2146 Accelerated Geometry B
See course description for HS2145.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Accelerated GRADE: 9-12
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take HS2145 - Accelerated Geometry A
HS2241 Geometry A
This course will focus on presenting problem-solving techniques and the writing of proofs. As mandated by the National
Common Core Standards, topics will include mathematical reasoning, logic and proof, figures and their properties,
relationships between figures, and transformations of figures in a plane.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Standard GRADE: 9-12
PREREQUISITE: Successful completion of Algebra A and B, Algebra 1 in 2 Blocks A and B, or 8th grade Algebra.
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take HS2242 - Geometry B
HS2242 Geometry B
See course description for HS2241.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Standard GRADE: 9-12
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take HS2241 - Geometry A
HS2255 Accelerated Algebra 2A
The purpose of this class is to build upon the concepts taught in Algebra 1 and Geometry while adding new concepts to
the students' repertoire. The stud of exponential and logarithmic functions will be continued and expanded to include
function families such as rational and trigonometric functions. Numeri and logarithmic ideas of accuracy, error, sequences,
and iteration will be incorporated along with conic sections, univariate and bivariate statistical applications. Connections
between trigonometric modeling of cyclic events and the concepts embedded within bivariate modeling with the proper
use of statistical techniques will also be made. Finally, students will develop an understanding that algebraic thinking is an
accessible and powerful tool that can be used to model and solve real-world problems. This class emphasizes a high-level
of thinking in the analysis of these concepts. This course will move at a faster pace, so curriculum will be covered in
greater breadth and depth. The purpose of this course is to prepare students for future AP courses through increased
rigor and academic standards.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Accelerated GRADE: 9-12
PREREQUISITE: C or better in Accelerated Geometry A and B and teacher recommendation.
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take HS2256 - Accelerated Algebra 2B
16HS2256 Accelerated Algebra 2B
See course description for HS2255.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Accelerated GRADE: 9-12
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take HS2255 - Accelerated Algebra 2A
HS2371 Algebra 2A
The purpose of this class is to build upon the concepts taught in Algebra 1 and Geometry while adding new concepts to
the students’ repertoire. The stud of exponential and logarithmic functions will be continued and expanded to include
function families such as rational and trigonometric functions. Numeri and logarithmic ideas of accuracy, error, sequences,
and iteration will be incorporated along with conic sections, univariate and bivariate statistical applications. Connections
between trigonometric modeling of cyclic events and the concepts embedded within bivariate modeling with the proper
use of statistical techniques will also be made. Finally, students will develop an understanding that algebraic thinking is an
accessible and powerful tool that can be used to model and solve real-world problems.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Standard GRADE: 9-12
PREREQUISITE: Successful completion of Algebra A and B and teacher recommendation.
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take HS2372 - Algebra 2B
HS2372 Algebra 2B
See course description for HS2371.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Standard GRADE: 9-12
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take HS2371 - Algebra 2A
HS2431 Statistics A
In this course, students will be introduced to the major concepts of probability, interpretation of data, and statistical
problem solving. Students will learn the course concepts through hands-on experimentation and investigation.
Calculations sometimes may be done by hand and other times will be complete with the use of technology. They will
analyze existing data as well as data collected through a survey, observational study or experiment. They will then display
the data in different ways, analyze it, and draw conclusions based on the results.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Standard GRADE: 9-12
PREREQUISITE: Successful completion of Algebra 2A and 2B
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take HS2432 - Statistics B
HS2432 Statistics B
See course description for HS2341.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Standard GRADE: 9-12
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take HS2431 - Statistics A
HS2433 Hybrid Statistics A
See course description for HS2431 Statistics A.
COURSE NOTE: Hybrid courses give students the opportunity to experience online learning while still receiving face to
face instruction.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Standard GRADE: 9-12
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take HS2434 - Hybrid Statistics B
HS2434 Hybrid Statistics B
See course description for HS2432 Statistics B
COURSE NOTE: Hybrid courses give students the opportunity to experience online learning while still receiving face to
face instruction.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Standard GRADE: 9-12
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take HS2433 - Hybrid Statistics A
HS2451 Introduction to Calculus A
Topics presented include linear relations and functions; systems of equations and inequalities; polynomial, rational, and
trigonometric functions and their graphs; vectors and parametric equations; polar coordinates and complex numbers;
conics; exponential and logarithmic functions; sequences and series; preliminary concepts of differential and integral
Calculus. The study of these concepts will be enhanced by extensive use of the student's scientific, programmable,
graphing calculator in the applications of the mathematics to real-world situations.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Standard GRADE: 9-12
PREREQUISITE: C+ or better in Algebra 2A and 2B and teacher recommendation.
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take HS2452 - Introduction to Calculus B
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