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BELLE VUE SCHOOL DIS TRIC T
Grades 6–12 Catalog 2019–2020
Cour se
De scriptions
MIDDLE SCHOOLS HIGH SCHOOLS
Chinook Middle School Bellevue High School
Highland Middle School Interlake High School
Odle Middle School Newport High School
Tillicum Middle School Sammamish High School
Tyee Middle School
6–12 SCHOOLS
Bellevue Big Picture School
International School
TABLE OF CONTENTS
BELLEVUE SCHOOL DISTRICT
Letter From The Superintendent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 bsd405.org
The Advanced Placement And
International Baccalaureate Program. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Career And Technical Education . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Middle School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
High School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
English Language Art(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 A Message from Bellevue School District Superintendent, Dr. Duran:
Bellevue School District is committed to Middle School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
developing programs and courses High School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 It is time to begin planning for the growth and discovery that awaits you in the
operated in conformity with all 2019-2020 school year. As you think about your path forward, I want to tell you
Federal and State laws prohibiting Health & Physical Education . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 a little bit about the Bellevue School District vision, which is to affirm and inspire
discrimination based on race, color, Middle School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 each and every student (that means you) to learn and thrive as creators of their
national origin, disability, gender, sex, High School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 future world.
sexual orientation, religion,
or military status. Math. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
“Affirm” and “inspire” are more than just words, they are commitments that we
Middle School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 are making to you.
High School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Performing and Visual Arts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75 To affirm: Our commitment is that as a Bellevue student—no matter your race,
ability, language background, religion, national origin, immigration status, or sexual
Middle School Music. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77 orientation—you will receive an exemplary education and achieve success in a way
High School Music. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 that honors your identity and affirms your individuality.
Middle School Theatre Arts & Dance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
High School Theatre Arts & Dance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89 To inspire: Inspiration has the power to propel potential and transform the way
you perceive your own capabilities. In addition to cultivating talents and abilities,
Middle School Visual Art. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
we strive to provide experiences that inspire you to learn and introduce you to
High School Visual Art. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
new possibilities.
Science . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
With an eye to your future, our schools offer a wide range of courses that
Middle School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
High School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103 prepare you for college and your future career. As you explore the 2019-2020
options, you will find Advanced Placement and International Baccalaureate
Social Studies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108 courses, opportunities to study Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math
Middle School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109 (STEM), and Career/Technical Education (CTE) classes. We encourage you to take
High School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112 advantage of the opportunity to enroll in seven courses; select some classes
that will allow you to explore your interests and discover your passions as you
Special Education . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119
prepare for your future.
Middle School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
High School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123 Our focus in Bellevue is on you. Thousands of Bellevue School District educators
World Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128 and staff are working to ensure that you have access to an exceptional education;
thousands more in our community—your families, neighbors, and future
Middle School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130 employers—are dedicated to empowering your success. We are all working
High School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134 together for you. This is what makes Bellevue’s schools so unique and has helped
International Spanish Academy | Spanish Immersion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144 us earn our place as a national model of educational excellence.
Dual Language Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148
As you complete the course selection process, and even as you start your
Avid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154 classes in the next school year, I encourage you to reach out to me or any Bellevue
Middle School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155 educator or staff member. If there is anything more that we can do to ensure that
High School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156 you thrive here in the Bellevue School District, we want to know.
Advanced Learning Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159 Sincerely,
Middle School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159
High School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 162 Ivan Duran
Additional Elective Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167 Superintendent
Middle School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168
High School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169
High School Addresses And District Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174
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MIDDLE SCHOOL GENER AL INFORMATION
Prepare now for your future.
This course guide gives you information about all courses that may be offered in HIGH SCHOOL CREDIT
Bellevue. Middle School students are to enroll in and maintain a full 7-period schedule FOR COURSES TAKEN
throughout the Middle school years. We hope this guide will answer all of your IN MIDDLE SCHOOL
questions as you decide what Middle school courses to register for next year. The District policy allows students to re-
courses in this guide will be offered next year only if enough students register this ceive high-school credit for some Middle
THE ADVANCED PLACEMENT Program is designed to meet interna- YOU DON’T WANT TO spring to fill a class, so, it is very important that you think carefully about your choices school courses.
AND INTERNATIONAL tional standards of excellence and is typ- BE LEFT OUT! now so that the courses you want will be available next year. If you cannot find }} High school credit for designated
BACCALAUREATE PROGRAMS ically completed by students in grades Without question, more Bellevue stu- the answers you need, or if you would like to have individual help in planning your middle school courses may be
The choices you make now are import- 11 and 12. IB features a comprehensive dents challenge themselves academical- program, please contact an administrator or counselor at your school. requested once the student is in
ant building blocks to future learning. By and broadly based curriculum that in- ly by enrolling in AP and IB courses than high school by completing the high
taking college-level Advanced Placement cludes languages, social studies, science,
mathematics, and electives culminating
any other district in our state. In May Chinook Middle School............................ (425) 456-6300 school credit for middle school
(AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) 2017, 3534 Bellevue students took 7932 course request form. The request
classes in high school, you enter a world with examinations in six subject areas. AP exams and 77% of those exams were
of knowledge and a learning environ-
Highland Middle School........................... (425) 456-6400 can then be made at any time up to
worthy of college credit (i.e., 3 or above). the point a student graduates from
ment that you might not otherwise ex- WHY SHOULD YOU SIGN UP As a comparison, in May 2003, 1917 high school, though it is strongly
perience; by taking AP or IB exams, you FOR AP OR IB COURSES? students took 2913 AP exams.
Odle Middle School.................................. (425) 456-6600
recommended this request be
have the opportunity to earn credit or The greatest benefit of AP/IB is the expe- made prior to the end of a student’s
advanced standing at many of the na- rience of taking academic courses in an WHAT ARE THE REQUIREMENTS?
Tillicum Middle School............................. (425) 456-6700 junior year. Please note that once
tion’s colleges and universities. enriched environment with classmates AP/IB courses are challenging courses; the grades are recorded on the high
who, like you, are seeking intellectual
Tyee Middle School.................................. (425) 456-6800 school transcript the grade and
Advanced Placement courses are of- however, we offer just the classes you
fered in all our high schools. While challenge, are motivated to learn, and need in order to be well prepared. In this credit cannot be removed and are
the availability of classes differ among are committed to excellence. Participat- Course Catalog you will find a flowchart The Big Picture School and International School, alternative programs, serve stu- included in the computation of the
the schools, in Bellevue School District ing in these courses is going to give you for each content area that describes a dents in grades 6-12. These schools may package courses under different names, student’s grade point average.
we offer over 35 different AP courses a head start on exactly the sort of work recommended course sequence leading may integrate and combine courses, and may change the sequence of courses, but }} If you have questions about this,
ranging from English, US History, and you will experience in college. You will up to AP and IB courses. Other than that, its curriculum will still satisfy the same basic requirements as other district courses. please see a counselor at school.
Psychology to Statistics, Calculus, Biol- improve your writing skills and sharpen the only requirements for becoming an Please call the school directly if you are interested in information.
ogy, Chemistry, and Computer Science your problem-solving techniques; devel- AP/IB student are a curiosity about the MIDDLE SCHOOL GRADING:
to Spanish Language, Music Theory and op the study habits necessary for tack- subject you plan to study and the willing-
Art Portfolio. We try to provide a broad ling rigorous coursework; assume the re- ness to work hard. Big Picture School (6-12)...........................(425) 456-7800 REPORTING STUDENT PROGRESS
Teachers will provide to parents a writ-
selection of courses to appeal to a wide sponsibility of reasoning, analyzing, and
ten report of each student’s progress
variety of student interests. understanding for yourself; and study International School (6-12)...................... (425) 456-6500 at the end of the quarter. The student’s
subjects in greater depth and detail.
The International Baccalaureate Di- work and study habits and academic
ploma Program (IB) is located at Inter- progress will be reported. Letter grades
}} Three years of Social Studies taken
lake High School. The 2-year IB Diploma INFORMATION FOR will be provided for all students.
in 6th, 7th, and 8th grade.
MIDDLE SCHOOL In the interval between the quarterly
S TUDENTS }} Three years of Mathematics taken in
reports, interim progress reports of a
6th, 7th, and 8th grade.
student’s outstanding or inadequate
Middle school requirements are ex- }} Three years of Science taken in 6th, progress may be provided to parents. At
plained on the following pages. Use the
Learn more about Advanced Placement or
7th, and 8th grade. a minimum, an interim progress report is
planning sheets (p. 13, 15 and 17) to map
}} Three semesters of Physical Edu- required when a student’s achievement
out your three-year middle school plan
the International Baccalaureate program cation (one semester taken in 6th, in a subject is known by the teacher to
for the required 7-period day. We also
7th, and 8th grade). be unsatisfactory (failing) during the
encourage you to think ahead about
second quarter of a semester. This
the sequence of courses you will want }} One semester of Health taken in 7th
For more information about Advanced Placement: report will be issued as early in the quar-
to take in high school. This way you will grade.
either of these programs you http://www.collegeboard.com/student/testing/ap/about.html ter as practicable to allow the student
know what courses to choose in middle
}} One semester of Career and Tech- time to improve before the end of the
can check with your school International Baccalaureate: school to be prepared for the high school
nical Education taken in 6th, 7th, or semester. Parents/guardians and stu-
counselor. Additional infor- courses that interest you.
http://www.ibo.org/ 8th grade dents are able to access attendance and
mation may also be found }} Two semesters of Performing/Visual grade reports online throughout the
MIDDLE SCHOOL COURSE
online at: REQUIREMENTS Arts taken in 6th, 7th, or 8th grade. year on the district’s student information
system (Synergy).
}} Three years of Language Arts taken
in 6th, 7th and 8th grade
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HIGH SCHOOL GENER AL INFORMATION HIGH SCHOOL GENER AL INFORMATION
This course guide gives you information }} Three years of Science taken in 6th, school transcript the grade and
SUCCESSFUL
about all courses that may be offered in Bellevue Big Picture School ................(425) 456-7800 7th, and 8th grade. credit cannot be removed and are
Bellevue. It includes information about COMPLETION included in the computation of the
}} Three semesters of Physical Edu-
specific courses offered in Bellevue’s two Bellevue High......................................(425) 456-7000 OF MIDDLE SCHOOL cation (one semester taken in 6th, student’s grade point average.
schools of choice that serve students 7th, and 8th grade). }} Incoming 9th-grade students who
in grades 6-12, Big Picture School and Interlake High.....................................(425) 456-7200 STUDENTS HELD ACCOUNTABLE did not attend a Bellevue middle
International School. These schools may }} One semester of Health taken in
FOR THEIR MIDDLE SCHOOL school, who wish to request high
package courses under different names, International School ...........................(425) 456-6500 PERFORMANCE
7th grade.
school credit for courses taken
may integrate and combine courses, and Successful Completion of Middle }} One semester of Career and Tech- prior to enrollment in Bellevue
may change the sequence of courses, Newport High .....................................(425) 456-7400 School Coursework Expected nical Education. School District must submit a grade
but its curriculum will still satisfy the report from their former school
same basic requirements as other Sammamish High................................(425) 456-7600 Successful completion of middle school }} Two semesters of Performing/
that includes a copy of the course
occurs when a student meets the ac- Visual Arts (Dance, Music, Theatre
district courses. descriptions.
ademic expectations of the required Arts, Visual Arts) taken in 6th, 7th,
program. Students who experience dif- or 8th grade.
SCHEDULING exploration, self-awareness, and social }} Facilitate outreach with community INFORMATION FOR
growth. Students are encouraged to set mental health support ficulty in doing this may be assigned to
We hope this guide will answer all of
Tutorial and/or placed in an academic HIGH SCHOOL CREDIT FOR HIGH SCHOOL
your questions as you decide what high realistic yet challenging goals, to make agencies
support course that runs either during COURSES TAKEN IN MIDDLE S TUDENTS
school courses to register for next year. responsible decisions, to understand the }} Monitor students’ academic the school day, before or after school, SCHOOL (GRADES 7 & 8)
The courses in this guide will be offered consequences of their actions, and to progress and assist student in
learn to self-advocate. or in the summer so that they can re- District policy (policy 2410) allows stu- FULL SCHEDULE REQUIREMENT
next year only if enough students at developing plans of support so that dents to receive high-school credit for
ceive additional assistance and help in Full-time high school students must be
each school register this spring to fill a Students should contact a counselor if they are successful in resolving some middle school courses.
achieving academic success. (See below enrolled in all seven periods at a Bellev-
class. So, it is very important that you they have questions about transitions problems in doing well in school for further information on Tutorial and }} High school credit for designated ue School District school in grades 9 and
think carefully about your choices now, between schools, registration, course and classes Academic Support). middle school courses may be 10 and enrolled in at least six contiguous
including alternative selections, so that selection, interpretation and use of test }} Provide a program to prepare stu- requested once the student is in periods in grades 11 and 12. Students
the courses you want will be available results, or graduation requirements.
next year at your school. Another reason
dents for an education beyond high MIDDLE SCHOOL COURSE high school by completing the High who are in their fifth year of high school
High school counselors assist students school REQUIREMENTS
for students and parents to take spring School Credit for Middle School and enrolled in grade 12 may enroll in
with academic, career, college, and per-
registration very seriously is that stu- }} Develop and lead groups with }} Three years of Language Arts and Course Request Form. The request less than six periods that do not need to
sonal questions. Visit or call the counsel-
dents will be committed to their sched- topics ranging from dating rela- Social Studies taken in 6th, 7th, can then be made at any time up to be contiguous.
ing center or career center to make an
ule. Changing student schedules will be tionships,, self-esteem to academic and 8th grade. These classes may the point a student graduates from
appointment with your counselor. Full-time running start students must
done only under exceptional circum- improvement be offered during two separate high school, though it is strongly be enrolled in a minimum of 15 college
Counselors offer a wide variety of periods or as a two-period block. recommended this request be
stances. Desire to have a common lunch }} Assist students with issues, aca- credits.
services, resources, and activities: made prior to the end of a student’s
with a friend, to be in the same class with demic or personal, that are or }} Three years of Mathematics taken
a friend, to have a different teacher, pref- }} Visit middle schools during the prior in 6th, 7th, and 8th grade. junior year. Please note that once
may be interfering with academic
erence for a different elective, or similar school year to provide a smooth the grades are recorded on the high
performance
personal preferences will not be accept- transition from middle school to
ed as reasons for schedule changes. The high school College and Career Advisors help
choices you make now will determine students:
}} Assist students in planning,
your schedule for the entire school year. selecting and successfully com- }} Develop an awareness of self
If you cannot find the answers you need, pleting middle and high school (interests, aptitudes) MIDDLE SCHOOL CLASSES FOR HIGH SCHOOL CREDIT (FULL YEAR CLASSES)
or if you would like to have individual courses, completing the High }} Explore a variety of careers MATH WORLD SPANISH SPANISH INTERNATIONAL ADVANCED CHINESE DUAL
help in planning your program, please School and Beyond Plan, and (speakers, field trips, and LANGUAGE DUAL LANGUAGE LANGUAGE SPANISH LEARNING LANGUAGE
ALGEBRA 1
contact an administrator or counselor at meeting all requirements for high internships) CHINESE 1B SPANISH ARTS I ACADEMIES SERVICES CHINESE I
GEOMETRY
your school. school graduation CHINESE 2 SPANISH LANGUAGE SPANISH LA I SPAN LA/LI/CU 7 GFT COMP/LIT HONORS CHINESE
ALGEBRA 2
}} Examine the educational require- ARTS 1 SPANISH LA II SPAN LA/LI/CU 8 GFT FND WD HIST LANGUAGE,
FRENCH 1B
COUNSELING PROGRAM }} Teach students (in classrooms) ments for their chosen careers SCIENCE SPANISH LANGUAGE SPANISH LA III GFT HUMAN
LITERATURE
FRENCH 2
about the intricacies of college ARTS 2 GEOGRAPHY
AND CULTURE 6
All school counseling programs will in- }} Develop job-seeking skills. BIOLOGY JAPANESE 1B
HONORS CHINESE
admission, how to develop and SPANISH LANGUAGE GFT ALGEBRA 1
clude the following elements: guidance JAPANESE 2
ARTS 3 LANGUAGE,
sustain study habits and develop GFT GEOMETRY
curriculum, individual student planning, SPANISH 1B LITERATURE
personal/social support systems GFT ALGEBRA 2 AND CULTURE 7
responsive services, and systems sup- SPANISH 1
GFT BIOLOGY HONORS CHINESE
port for the counseling program. }} Provide students and families with SPANISH 2
LANGUAGE,
information about course selection/ LITERATURE
The focus of the Counseling Department
registration, college admissions AND CULTURE 8
is to help students with academic and
testing, financial aid, socio-emo-
career planning and to foster personal
tional issues, and mental health
resources
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HIGH SCHOOL GENER AL INFORMATION HIGH SCHOOL GENER AL INFORMATION
COMMUNITY SERVICE CREDIT REQUIREMENTS CREDIT REQUIREMENTS
GRADUATION REQUIREMENT Students in the Class of 2018 must earn a minimum of 47 semester courses (23.5
Students must earn forty (40) hours of BSD CREDIT REQUIREMENTS FOR THE CLASS OF 2019 AND BEYOND COLLEGE /UNIVER SIT Y
credits) for high school graduation in the Bellevue School District. Each semester
Community Service as one of their grad- class is worth 0.5 credit. ENTR ANCE
Subject Semesters Credits REQUIREMENTS
uation requirements. Students may be-
gin to earn these hours once they com- BSD CREDIT REQUIREMENTS FOR THE CLASSES OF 2017 AND 2018 English 8 4.0 Colleges and universities have different
plete their eighth (8th) grade year. The
Mathematics 6 3.0 general requirements unique to each
hours may be earned all at one time, or Subject Semesters Credits
institution. However, there are some
in any manner that meets the student’s Social Studies 7 3.5
English* 8 4.0 common requirements for each type of
schedule, during his/her high school
Science* 6 3.0 college or university. Although specific
years, but must be completed prior to Mathematics 6 3.0 requirements may vary among institu-
the student’s participation in a com- Career & Technical Education 2 1.0
Social Studies** 7 3.5 tions, the following minimum guidelines
mencement ceremony and the granting
Fine Arts (Drama, Music, Visual Art)** 4 2.0 exist:
of a diploma. Lab Science 4 2.0
Community Service is any service that is Career & Technical Education 2 1.0 Health 1 0.5 IN-STATE PUBLIC UNIVERSITIES
done for non-profit agencies and orga- Physical Education 3 1.5
Physical Education 4 2.0 English ........................................4 years
nizations and/or religious organizations.
School service is also included. For activ- World Language*** 4 2.0 Includes 3 credits of college prepara-
Fine Arts (Drama, Music, Visual Art) 2 1.0
ities that occur over more than one day, tory composition and literature.
Health 1 0.5 Electives 7 3.5
a maximum of 10 hours/day is allowed Mathematics .............................4 years
for the 40 hours of community service Electives 13 6.5 TOTAL 48 24 Algebra 2 credit is the minimum level
required for graduation. All students will for college entrance; a math credit
record their community service hours in TOTAL 47 23.5
*The Science requirement of 3.0 credits NON CREDIT REQUIREMENTS: must be earned during senior year.
x2Vol, which is housed in the Naviance
Program. must include two lab classes. Science .....................................2-3 years
*The English requirement of 4.0 credits **The social studies requirement of }} Washington State History Includes 1 credit chemistry or physics.
**The Fine Arts requirement of 2.0 cred-
2.0 GRADE POINT AVERAGE is met by the following courses: 3.5 credits is made up of the following its can include 1 credit of Personalized }} High School and Beyond Plan 2 credits must lab sciences
GRADUATION REQUIREMENT }} 1.0 credit Honors Freshman Com- courses: Pathway Requirement (PPR). }} 40 hours of Community Service Social Studies (History or other
All students are expected to earn the position and Literature }} 0.5 credit: Social Studies elective. AP Social Sciences).........................3 years
***For World Language, both credits }} Students must earn a 2.0 cumu-
necessary credits for graduation with Human Geography OR Foundations World Language........................2 years
}} 1.0 credit Honors Sophomore Com- can be PPR. lative Grade Point Average
a minimum of a 2.0 cumulative grade of World is highly recommended
position and Literature The 3rd credit of science and the 3rd Consecutive study (2 credits) of same
point average (GPA). Athletic/activity el-
igibility also requires a 2.0 GPA. }} 1.0 credit American Literature and }} 1.0 credit: History OR AP World credit of math are chosen by the stu- STATE ASSESSMENTS: language: World language, Native
Composition History dent and based on the student’s interest }} Students are required to meet American language, or American Sign
STATE ASSESSSMENT OR IB/AP Language and American }} 1.0 credit: U.S. History OR AP U.S. and High School and Beyond Plan, and all state assessment graduation Language.
REQUIREMENTS Literature History approved by the parent or guardian, or, requirements, found at the link: Fine Art..........................................1 year
In order to meet Washington state gradu- if the parent or guardian is unavailable http://www.sbe.wa.gov/graduation.
}} 1.0 credit Senior English, 12th Grade }} 1.0 credit: US Government/CWP (University of Washington and West-
ation requirements, high school students or does not indicate a preference, the php#.WFG04grJD
AP Language and Composition, (1.0) OR AP US Government/AP school counselor or principal. ern Washington University specify
must: pass specific state exams, earn OR IB/AP English Literature and Comparative Government (1.0) OR }} High School English language arts
½-credit in fine, visual, or performing
all required state and local credits, and Composition AP Comparative Government (1.0) Personalized Pathway Requirement Smarter Balanced Assessment
complete a high school and beyond plan. (PPR) are related courses that lead to a (SBAC) (or state-approved arts; the other ½-credit may be in the
OR AP US Government (1.0)
specific post high school career or edu- alternative) arts or in an academic elective.)
Students must pass state exams in read- Successful completion of Washington
ing and writing, one math and the Wash- cational outcome chosen by the student
State History/government is a state high }} High School Math Smarter Balanced
ington Comprehensive Assessment of based on the student’s interests and
school graduation requirement. Wash- Assessment (SBAC) (or state-ap-
Science (Class of 2021 and beyond) or High School and Beyond Plan, that may
ington State History/Government in- proved alternative)
state-approved alternatives or assess- include Career and Technical Education
struction occurs in 7th and 8th grade in and are intended to provide a focus for }} Washington Comprehensive
ments for students receiving special ed- Bellevue School District. Students who the student’s learning. Students may Assessment of Science (WCAS)
ucation services. transfer into Bellevue School District have up to 3 PPR credits. for the class of 2021 and beyond.
after 8th grade will be required to satis- The WCAS assesses the 2013
HIGH SCHOOL AND factorily complete Washington State His- Washington State Science
BEYOND PLAN tory/Government curriculum in order to Standards (Next Generation
Students will design and document their meet the graduation requirement. Science Standards)
post-high school plans by completing
the High School and Beyond Plan in
Naviance.
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HIGH SCHOOL GENER AL INFORMATION HIGH SCHOOL GENER AL INFORMATION
PRIVATE 4-YEAR COLLEGES/ COMMUNITY COLLEGES/ their demonstrated proficiency accord- in approved community based sports or side the regular program. for approval to the principal. This should
UNIVERSITIES TECHNICAL PROGRAMS ing to the ACTFL Proficiency Guidelines. activities. A full school sport season or Please see BSD policy 2410, 2410P and be done, at the latest, prior to registra-
English ........................................4 years Admission requirements vary from Students receive credit based on their 80 hours of community based activity tion for the year during which the stu-
2410 Exhibit A.
“open-door” policy to selective course lowest skill score, since it represents in a 90-day period qualifies for .05 cred- dent plans to graduate.
Mathematics .............................4 years
expectations for specific programs. their highest level of proficiency across it. Students must complete and submit
Science .....................................2-3 years WITHDRAWAL GRADES
skills. a request form for approval within the COLLEGE CREDIT/
Social Studies ............................3 years COMPETENC Y academic year of the involvement of the A “W” grade will be posted to a student’s
}} Novice Mid- 1 credit transcript if the course is dropped after COLLEGE CREDIT
World Langua..........................2-3 years BA SED CREDITS school sport or community activity and
}} Novice High- 2 credits complete an assessment for the knowl- the first 10 days but before the 30th day OPTIONS FOR HIGH
Consecutive study of the same world of the semester. At the quarter, a .25 SCHOOL S TUDENTS
Competency based credits may be }} Intermediate Low- 3 credits edge portion of the fitness requirement.
language. There is a nominal fee charged for each credit and grade will be posted to tran-
earned for World Language:
Academic and }} Intermediate Mid- 4 credits assessment. script if the course is dropped mid-se-
A maximum of 4 World Language credits mester. Students who change levels in ADVANCED PLACEMENT
Arts Elective ............................2 years Since students may demonstrate varied (AP) PROGRAM
may be awarded through OSPI’s Compe- an academic area or change from one
tency Based Credit testing process. More levels of proficiency across skills, cred- ELIGIBILITY FOR All students are encouraged to serious-
HIGHLY SELECTIVE elective to another elective in the same
information is available here: http:// its will be awarded based on the lowest ATHLETICS/ACTIVITIES ly consider enrollment in one or more
COLLEGES/UNIVERSITIES area will receive .5 credit and grade at
www.bsd405.org/departments/curricu- common level of proficiency demon- Students are required to maintain a 2.0 AP courses during 10th, 11th and 12th
College Admission officers pay particu- the end of the semester. Students who
lum/competency-credits/ strated across skill areas. Not all colleges cumulative grade point average (GPA) in grades. AP courses are also available to
lar attention to the rigor of the student’s change from one course to another
accept competncy credits to meet their the semester preceding participation in students in 9th grade. Advanced Place-
program. In order to earn competency credits in course in a different academic area will
World Language requirement for en- order to participate in a sport and/or ac- ment courses are college-level courses
World Language, students will demon- receive a withdrawal grade of “W” or .25
English ........................................4 years trance. tivity. Students who do not initially meet offered in high school. AP courses in-
strate proficiency in speaking, listening, credit and grade depending on the drop
this expectation will be granted a proba- clude extensive reading. Students in AP
Mathematics .............................4 years reading and writing. These assessments date. The principal makes the final deter-
tionary period (during the sport/activity courses may earn college credit if they
mination of the grade mark to be posted
Science .................................... 3-4 years are aligned with the American Council MORE GENER AL season) to show that progress is being to the transcript. perform well on rigorous national AP
With laboratory courses on the Teaching of Foreign Languages INFORMATION made to reach this standard. During the tests. Ask your counselor for assistance
Social Studies ........................ 3-4 years (ACTFL) Proficiency Levels. probationary period, any student may
WAIVING COURSE in selecting courses that will prepare you
The assessments vary by Language. For practice, but only those who demon- for success in any AP course that inter-
World Language ................... 3-4 years DIRECTED ATHLETICS PE/FITNESS REQUIREMENTS
Spanish, French, German, Italian, He- strate progress may compete. ests you. Additional information about
Consecutive study of the same world CREDIT FOR SCHOOL ATHLETICS Students may have courses waived if
brew, Japanese and Chinese students AND COMMUNITY BASED they meet certain criteria. In order to the AP program is found in the AP infor-
language. CREDITS TAKEN OUTSIDE OF THE
may take the Standards-Based Measure- ATHLETICS AND ACTIVITIES apply for a course waiver, students com- mation section.
Academic and ment of Proficiency (STAMP) test. Most BELLEVUE SCHOOL DISTRICT
Students in grades 10-12 may earn up to plete and submit to the counselor the
Arts Elective .........................2-3 years other languages are assessed using ALTA There are some instances when students Waiver of a Course Requirement form. PACIFIC NW COLLEGE CREDIT
.5 of the required 1.5 Physical Education
Language Services. Students may be may be granted credit (not necessarily a The counselor will document that he/she AND WANIC
credits by participating in school sports,
awarded one or more credits based on grade) for learning experiences outside has seen the form and supporting doc-
cheerleading and drill or by participating Pacific NW College Credit and WANIC
the district, provided the learning ex- uments and write comments/insights to (www.wanic.org) are a combined sec-
CTE COURSE EQUIVALENCY CREDITS periences are within the procedures es- be considered in the decision and then ondary and post-secondary program of
Course Code Course Name Equivalency Credit tablished by the District, which includes forward the form to the principal. The integrated courses allowing high school
CT_424 Metals Technology 1 .5 Fine Art
meeting Common Core State Standards principal will review the form and add students to begin a Career and Technol-
and alignment with District curriculum. any additional comments/insights and
CT_524 Metals Technology 2 .5 Fine Art
District approval for credit (not neces- ogy Education program that leads to a
CT_417 Digital Video & Audio Production 1 Art; varies by school forward the request to the Director of two-year Associate degree or a two-year
sarily a grade) must be obtained prior Curriculum or designee. The Director of
CT_517 Digital Video & Audio Production 2 Art; varies by school to enrollment and/or participation in certificate and/or a four-year baccalau-
CT_422 Graphics Art 1 .5 Fine Art
Curriculum or designee will either grant reate degree. To begin a Pacific NW Col-
the outside learning experience in order approval for the course waiver require-
CT_522 Graphics Art 2 .5 Fine Art to be eligible for consideration of high lege Credit sequence, students should
ment or deny the request, citing reasons enroll in a high school Career and Tech-
CT_623 Graphic Design & Production Studio 2.0 Fine Art school credit on the Bellevue School Dis- for the denial. The completed form will
trict transcript. Students must complete, nical Education class that is designated
CT_519 Computer Graphics 1 .5 Fine Art then be sent to the student’s counselor
submit and have approved a Learning as a college credit course. If the student
CT_619 Computer Graphics 2 .5 Fine Art for review of the results with the stu-
Experiences Outside the regular Bel- completes the course with at least a B
CT_412 Photography 1 .5 Fine Art dent. grade, they will receive the equivalent
levue School District Educational Pro-
CT_512 Photography 2 .5 Fine Art course credit at the participating com-
gram form and proposal. These forms
CTA612 AP Photography Portfolio Design/2-D Design 1.0 Fine Art
are available in the counseling center. EARLY GRADUATION munity or technical college. Your College
TH_411 Technical Theater 1.0 Fine Art; may be repeated Should the proposal be approved, stu- Early graduation from high school is ap- and Career Advisor has information on
for additional credit dents must have been, and continue to propriate for some students. Plans for these programs.
CT_635 Health Science Careers – 3 Hour 1.0 Lab Science; .5 Health be, fully scheduled in a Bellevue School early graduation must be made cooper-
SC_506 Anatomy & Physiology 1.0 Science Elective District high school, taking the maxi- atively between the student, parent(s), COLLEGE IN THE HIGH SCHOOL
SC_602 Biotechnology 1.0 Science Elective mum credits offered during the regular and school. Any student contemplating
This program provides high school stu-
school day. Students may not drop a early graduation should initiate a re-
CTA505H AP Computer Science 1.0 Math dents the opportunity to earn college
course and/or shorten their schedule in quest and complete a plan with his/her
SC_603 Nanotechnology .5 Science Elective
counselor. The plan must be submitted credit in approved high school courses,
CT_661 Automotive Technology 3 Lab Science Credits order to have a learning experience out-
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PL ANNING WORK SHEET | MIDDLE SCHOOL
HIGH SCHOOL GENER AL INFORMATION
Below is an important worksheet to help you plan the courses you will take during 6th, 7th, and 8 th grades. You must enroll in
when the equivalent course is taught at maximum allowed. Students enrolled in HIGH SCHOOL FOUR-YEAR seven courses every year. Use the Middle school course requirements on page 6 along with the course descriptions in this book
Bellevue College. In Bellevue, College in Running Start must: EDUCATIONAL PLAN to plan your schedule. Call your Middle school for help if you need further information.
the High School courses are available }} Have junior or senior standing in On the following page is an important
at all four high schools. Students may high school worksheet to help you plan the courses
choose to take any College in the High you will take in high school. Please be 6TH GRADE 7TH GRADE 8TH GRADE
School course for high school credit only, }} Make application to the program aware that your post-high school plans
choosing not to pay Bellevue College the during the enrollment period for for college, employment, or career train- Honors Language Arts - 6 Honors Language Arts - 7 Honors Language Arts - 8
optional fee for college credit. Contact Bellevue College in March prior to ing may require courses beyond the
your high school teacher of the particu- the fall quarter the student wishes graduation requirements. Also, if you Honors Social Studies - 6 Honors Social Studies - 7 Honors Social Studies - 8
lar courses for more information. to attend want to finish up your high school pro-
}} Sign a Bellevue School District gram with some Advanced Placement or Mathematics Mathematics Mathematics
INTERNATIONAL Running Start contract with advanced-level vocational courses, you
BACCALAUREATE (IB) parent(s)/guardian(s) need to register for the necessary pre- 6th Grade Science 7th Grade Science 8th Grade Science
The International Baccalaureate (IB) Pro- requisite classes during 9th, 10th, and
}} Enroll in courses that are approved P.E. (semester) / P.E. (semester) / Health (semester) P.E. (semester) /
gram, located at Interlake High School, 11th grade.
by the high school counselor so . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
is recognized internationally as a rig- that graduation requirements are
orous and comprehensive curriculum, completed in conjunction with NON-DISCRIMINATION Choose 2 semester courses or Choose 2 semester courses or Choose 2 semester courses or
designed to challenge college-bound any college coursework that may STATEMENT a year-long course: a year-long course: a year-long course:
students. The IB program’s broad range lead to an Associate Arts degree. Bellevue School District does not discrim- . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . / . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . OR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . / . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . OR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . / . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . OR
of subjects accommodates diverse stu- The student should also maintain inate in any programs or activities on the . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
dent interests and intentions while ad- fulltime enrollment of a minimum basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color,
hering to the objectives of a cohesive of 15 credits so that the student’s national origin, age, sexual orientation,
liberal arts education. IB courses are col- gender expression or identity, disability, Choose 2 semester courses or Choose 2 semester courses or Choose 2 semester courses or
graduation status is not jeopardized a year-long course: a year-long course: a year-long course:
lege-level courses offered in high school or the use of a trained dog guide or ser-
}} Be responsible for knowing the . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . / . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . OR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . / . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . OR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . / . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . OR
which includes frequent homework and vice animal and provides equal access
registrations date(s) and deadline(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
involves extensive reading. Students in to designated youth groups. The follow-
IB courses may earn college credit or ad- for district and college course ing employees have been designated to
vanced placement if they perform well registration handle questions and complaints of al-
on rigorous IB tests. For more informa- }} Be responsible for transportation, leged discrimination: DECISIONS REQUIRED CLASSES
tion see specific course descriptions, or lab fees and books. }} Title IX Coordinator: Jeff Lowell, 1 Math Determine Level
talk to an Interlake counselor.
425-456-4010 or
lowellj@bsd405.org 2 Career & Tech 1 semester in 6th, 7th, or 8th
RUNNING START
Current Washington State legislation al- }} Section 504/ADA Coordinator: 2 semesters of Dance, Music, The-
Heather Edlund, 425-456-4156 or 3 Performing/Visual Art
lows high school students to attend their atre Art, Visual Art in 6th, 7th, or 8th
local community college or technical edlundh@bsd405.org;
school and earn high school credits and }} Civil Rights/Nondiscrimination
college credits at the same time. There Compliance Coordinator:
are no tuition fees for the student if the Alexa Allman 425-456-4040 or
number of credits does not exceed the allmana@bsd405.org.
}} Address for all three: 12111 NE 1st
St., Bellevue, WA 98005.
It’s your future, so plan carefully!
You are strongly encouraged to complete your graduation require-
ments in the years indicated on the planning worksheet. Use the
descriptions in this course guide to help you decide which courses
to take in each subject area.
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PL ANNING WORK SHEET | HIGH SCHOOL PL ANNING WORK SHEET | BIG PIC TURE SCHOOL (GR ADES 6 – 8)
9TH GRADE 10TH GRADE 11TH GRADE 12TH GRADE 6TH GRADE 7TH GRADE 8TH GRADE
ENGLISH (1 YEAR) ENGLISH (1 YEAR) ENGLISH (1 YEAR) ENGLISH (1 YEAR) HUMANITIES (English and SS) HUMANITIES (English and SS) HUMANITIES (English and SS)
Honors Freshman Honors Sophomore American Lit. and Senior English OR
Composition and Literature Composition and Literature Composition 12th Grade AP Language OR
OR AP Lit. and Composition 6TH GRADE MATH AND SCIENCE 7TH GRADE MATH AND SCIENCE 8TH GRADE MATH AND SCIENCE
AP Language and OR
American Lit. IB/AP English HL 2
OR ADVISORY 1 ADVISORY 2 ADVISORY 3
IB/AP English HL 1
PE/HEALTH 2 (1 sem) / PE/HEALTH 2 (1 sem) /
SOCIAL STUDIES SOCIAL STUDIES (1 YEAR) SOCIAL STUDIES (1 YEAR) SOCIAL STUDIES (1 YEAR) ART EXPLORATION (1 year)
ART ELECTIVE (1 sem) ART ELECTIVE (1 sem)
(ELECTIVE)
World History U.S. History Contemporary World/
Foundations of US Gov. OR CHOOSE: SPANISH 1A OR CHOOSE: SPANISH 1B OR
OR OR PE/HEALTH 1 (1 year)
World History PE/ART ELECTIVES PE/ART ELECTIVES
(1 semester) OR AP World History AP U.S. History AP US Gov./Comp Gov.
AP Human Geography OR OR
(1 year) are highly IB History HL 1/AP US History IB History HL 2/AP Am. Gov.
recommended
MATHEMATICS (1 YEAR) MATHEMATICS (1 YEAR) MATHEMATICS (1 YEAR) FILL IN 1 YEAR OR BELLEVUE BIG PICTURE SCHOOL Core courses are taught by teacher ad- postsecondary plans. Beginning in sixth
2 SEMESTERS Bellevue Big Picture School is a second- visors, each of whom facilitates the ac- grade, students prepare for college and
ary school- of-choice that opened for ademic and personal development of careers through campus visits, college
SCIENCE (1 YEAR) SCIENCE (1 YEAR) SCIENCE (1 YEAR) FILL IN 1 YEAR OR the 2011-2012 school year. In partner- a small group of students over multiple counseling, and partnerships with local
Biology Chemistry Physics 2 SEMESTERS ship with the nationally recognized Big school years. The curriculum is prob- postsecondary institutions.
Picture Learning Network (www. bigpic- lem/project-based, integrating technol- Middle school course of study: Human-
OR ogy, 21st century skills, and relevant,
ture.org), five guiding principles provide ities (English and social studies), math
AP Physics I real-world issues. High school students
the school’s foundation and framework: and science, advisory, Spanish (begin-
OR personalization, adult-world connec- participate in internships with adult ning in 7th grade), physical education/
IB Physics SLI/ AP Physics 1 tion, common intellectual mission, sup- mentors one to two days a week, and health, and art exploratory courses.
portive partnerships, and shared lead- Middle school students take advantage
PE (1 YEAR) HEALTH (1 SEMESTER) FILL IN 1 YEAR OR FILL IN 1 YEAR OR ership and responsibility. The school is of service learning and other community High school course of study: Humanities
2 SEMESTERS 2 SEMESTERS uniquely structured to educate, support, opportunities integrated into the curric- (English and social studies), math and
Foundations of Fitness Health science, advisory, internships, Spanish,
and guide students from Middle school ulum. Together with parents, advisors,
and Sport physical education/health, and digital
through high school graduation, building and mentors, students create person-
bridges across the grades that lead to alized learning plans that connect their media/art. 11th and 12th grade students
FILL IN 1 YEAR OR FILL IN 1 YEAR OR FILL IN 1 YEAR OR FILL IN 1 YEAR OR
college success. interests, academic goals, and college/ will be able to earn college credit through
2 SEMESTERS 2 SEMESTERS 2 SEMESTERS 2 SEMESTERS Running Start courses.
OR WORLD LANGUAGE (2019) OR WORLD LANGUAGE (2019)
For more information and application go to:
FILL IN 1 YEAR OR FILL IN 1 YEAR OR FILL IN 1 YEAR OR FILL IN 1 YEAR OR
2 SEMESTERS 2 SEMESTERS 2 SEMESTERS 2 SEMESTERS http://www.bsd405.org/bigpicture/about/apply/
In addition to the subject areas shown in the grid, students are required to take the following courses:
}} 1.0 credit of Career & Technical Education taken any time during high school
}} 2.0 credit of World Language taken any time during high school (Class of 2019 and beyond)
}} 1.0 credit of Visual and Performing Arts taken any time during high school (Class of 2019 and beyond – 2 credits)
}} .5 elective credit of PE. Taken any time in 10th, 11th, or 12th grade
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PL ANNING WORK SHEET | BIG PIC TURE SCHOOL (GR ADES 9 –12) PLANNING WORKSHEET | INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL (GR ADES 6 – 8)
HIGH SCHOOL GENER AL INFORMATION
9TH GRADE 10TH GRADE INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL This seven-year study of all core In order to prepare students for
11TH GRADE 12TH GRADE International School offers continuity for subjects exceeds the minimum careers in the STEM field,
the entire seven-year secondary school requirements to graduate in most International School offers
9TH–10TH LOOP
curriculum. Expectations for student subject areas; however, it is required computer science in the Junior
learning are clear and students are held for deep learning and content mastery. and Senior year. Students
HUMANITIES HUMANITIES HUMANITIES HUMANITIES
accountable to a high standard of indi- It will provide students with the wishing to pursue computer
(English and Human (English and World History) (English and U.S. History) (English and Government) vidual excellence. Students complete a knowledge and skills required of them science courses may opt out of
Geography) in the interdependent and math or PE in their Junior year
seven-year cycle in seven core cur-
ricular areas: humanities (English), inter- international world where they will and/or French, science or arts
national studies (social studies), mathe- pursue their postsecondary education, their Senior year. Six years of
matics, science, French, physical career and dreams as adults. each core subject is still required
education, and fine or performing arts. for graduation.
Science courses in the Junior and Sen- International School does not
ior years alternate. Year A offerings: offer electives. During Focus
BIOLOGY CHEMISTRY PHYSICS OF THE AP ENV SCIENCE AP Chemistry or AP Environmental Week, students have an
UNIVERSE Science. Year B offerings: AP Biology. opportunity to explore diverse
Physics is offered both years. career paths offered through one
MATHEMATICS MATHEMATICS MATHEMATICS MATHEMATICS week of specialized study during
For more information and application go to: each of their seven years at
https://bsd405.org/international/about/applying-to-international-school/ International School.
INTERNSHIP (1 CREDIT) INTERNSHIP (1 CREDIT) INTERNSHIP (1 CREDIT) INTERNSHIP (1 CREDIT)
7TH GRADE 8TH GRADE
CHOOSE: ART OR SPANISH CHOOSE: ART OR SPANISH CHOOSE: ART OR SPANISH CHOOSE: ART OR SPANISH 6TH GRADE
OR PE OR PE 7TH–8TH LOOP
PE (1.0 CREDIT) PE/HEALTH (1.0 CREDIT) ELECTIVES/RUNNING START ELECTIVES/RUNNING START
HUMANITIES 2 (1 year) HUMANITIES (1 year)
HUMANITIES (1 year)
Systems Systems in Conflict
BELLEVUE BIG PICTURE SCHOOL Core courses are taught by teacher ad- postsecondary plans. Beginning in sixth INTERNATIONAL STUDIES (1 year) INTERNATIONAL STUDIES (1 year)
visors, each of whom facilitates the ac- grade, students prepare for college and INTERNATIONAL STUDIES (1 year)
Bellevue Big Picture School is a second- Systems Systems in Conflict
ary (6th-12th grade) school- of-choice ademic and personal development of a careers through campus visits, college
that opened for the 2011-2012 school small group of students over multiple counseling, and partnerships with local
year. In partnership with the nationally school years. The curriculum is prob- postsecondary institutions. MATHEMATICS (1 year) MATHEMATICS (1 year) MATHEMATICS (1 year)
recognized Big Picture Learning Network lem/project-based, integrating technol- Middle school course of study: Human- ................................ ................................ ................................
(www. bigpicture.org), five guiding prin- ogy, 21st century skills, and relevant, ities (English and social studies), math
ciples provide the school’s foundation real-world issues. High school students and science, advisory, Spanish (begin-
and framework: personalization, adult- participate in internships with adult ning in 7th grade), physical education/ SCIENCE (1 year) SCIENCE (1 year) SCIENCE (1 year)
world connection, common intellectual mentors one to two days a week, and health, and art exploratory courses. 6th Grade Science 7th Grade Science 8th Grade Science
mission, supportive partnerships, and middle school students take advantage
shared leadership and responsibility. of service learning and other community High school course of study: Humanities
The school is uniquely structured to opportunities integrated into the curric- (English and social studies), math and
science, advisory, internships, Spanish, FINE ARTS (1 year) FINE ARTS (1 year) FINE ARTS (1 year)
educate, support, and guide students ulum. Together with parents, advisors,
from middle school through high school and mentors, students create person- physical education / health, and digital Integrated Arts OR Instrumental Integrated Arts OR Music Integrated Arts OR Music
graduation, building bridges across the alized learning plans that connect their media/art. 11th grade students will be Music
grades that lead to college success interests, academic goals, and college/ able to earn college credit through Run-
ning Start courses.
PHYSICAL EDUCATION/HEALTH (1 PHYSICAL EDUCATION/HEALTH (1 year) PHYSICAL EDUCATION/HEALTH (1 year)
year)
For more information and application go to:
http://www.bsd405.org/bigpicture/about/apply/
WORLD LANGUAGE (1 WORLD LANGUAGE (1 year) WORLD LANGUAGE (1 year)
year) French 1B French 2
French 1A
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Bellev School Dis
ue School District
tric t || 2019 –2020 Grade
Grades6 –12
6 –12Course
CourseCatalog
Cat alog 17
2019-2020 CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION – CAREER PATHWAYS
PLANNING WORKSHEET | INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL (GR ADES 9 –12)
MIDDLE SCHOOL
9TH GRADE 10TH GRADE Technology Education STEM
• Digital Technology • Applied Engineering
11TH GRADE 12TH GRADE
• Media Technology • Design and Production - PLTW
9TH–10TH LOOP
• Video Production 1 and 2 • Robotics - PLTW
• Computer Science Discoveries • Flight and Space – PLTW
• CS101 - Coding in Python 1
• CS102 - Coding in Python 2
HONORS HUMANITIES HONORS HUMANITIES AP AMERICAN LITERATURE 12TH GRADE AP LANGUAGE HIGH SCHOOL
(1 YEAR) (1 YEAR) AND COMPOSITION AND COMPOSITION
Agricultural Education Business, Management & Information Technology
Introduction to Horticulture + Administration CISCO Networking Academy *+
Nursery and Greenhouse Operations *+ Accounting 1 Advanced CISCO – CCNP *+
Environmental Sustainability Accounting 2 + Advanced CISCO – Cybersecurity +
Floral Design and Marketing Accounting 3 Computer Technology+
U.S. HISTORY OR AMERICAN GOVERNMENT Accounting 4 + CS201 - Coding in Python 1
WORLD HISTORY AP WORLD HISTORY
AP U.S. HISTORY SENIOR PROJECT Architecture/Construction/ Personal Finance + CS202 - Coding in Python 2+
Manufacturing Business Law + Introduction to Mobile Application
* Metals Technology 1 Entrepreneurship Development
MATHEMATICS (1 YEAR) MATHEMATICS (1 YEAR) MATHEMATICS (1 YEAR) MATHEMATICS (1 YEAR) Metals Technology 2 Economics Video Game and Simulation Design+
......................... ......................... ......................... ......................... Welding Technology, Design and AP Micro/AP Macro Economics Web Publishing +
Fabrication *+ IB Business and Management SL + AP Computer Science Principles +
Woods Technology 1 IB Business and Management HL + AP Computer Science +
SCIENCE (1 YEAR) SCIENCE (1 YEAR) SCIENCE (1 YEAR) SCIENCE (1 YEAR) * Woods Technology 2 Microsoft Office/Business Technology 1 + Special Topics in Computer Science
Introduction to Construction Management Microsoft Office/Business Technology 2 +
Chemistry Biology AP Physics 1 or 2 OR AP Physics 1 or 2 OR
AP Chemistry OR Construction Trades* Marketing, Sales, and Service
AP Chemistry OR
Education & Training Introduction to Marketing +
AP Environmental Science AP Environmental Science
Arts, AV Technology & Communication Teaching Academy 1 *+ Advanced Marketing and
FINE ARTS (1 YEAR) FINE ARTS (1 YEAR) FINE ARTS (1 YEAR) FINE ARTS (1 YEAR) * Radio Broadcasting *
Television Broadcasting +
Teaching Academy 2 *+ Entrepreneurship +
Retail Management – Student
Visual Art OR Music Visual Art OR Music Visual Art OR Music Visual Art OR Music Digital Video & Audio Production 1 + Health Sciences Store+
Digital Video & Audio Production 2 + Introduction to Health Care
Media Production/Video Production + * Health Science Careers – 3 Hour *+ Science, Technology, Engineering and
PHYSICAL EDUCATION
(1 YEAR)
PHYSICAL EDUCATION
(1 SEMESTER) PHYSICAL EDUCATION * PHYSICAL EDUCATION
(1 YEAR)
Cinematography & Cinema Production
Graphic Arts 1+
Anatomy & Physiology +
Biotechnology +
Math (STEM)
Introduction to Robotics
HEALTH (1 SEMESTER) (1 YEAR)
Graphics Arts 2+ Introduction to Engineering Design 1
Graphic Design & Production Studio *+ Hospitality & Tourism Introduction to Engineering Design 2+
Computer Graphics 1 + Culinary Arts*+ Principles of Engineering
WORLD LANGUAGE (1 YEAR) WORLD LANGUAGE (1 YEAR) WORLD LANGUAGE (1 YEAR) WORLD LANGUAGE (1 YEAR) Computer Graphics 2 + Advanced Culinary Arts*+ Specialized Topics in Engineering
FRENCH 3 FRENCH 4 AP FRENCH 5
FRENCH 6 * Photography 1 +
Photography 2 + Human Services Transportation
AP Photography Portfolio/2-D Design + Child Development + Beginning Automotive and
Technical Theatre 1 + Culinary Essentials 1 Maintenance
*
INTERNATIONAL
Each year ONE of these classes can becurricula
SCHOOL opted outare
ofintegrated
for ONE of and
the inter- disci-
following International
computer School
science believes in the com-
classes:
International School offers continuity for plinary, thus value is placed on each of petency of all children, therefore enroll-
Technical Theatre 2 Culinary Essentials 2
Independent Living
Automotive Technology 1– 2 hour*+
Automotive Technology 1 - 3 hour*+
the entire
AP seven-year
COMPUTER SCIENCEschool the core curricular areas. International ment in the core curricula exceeds the
secondary Interior Design and Housing + Automotive Technology 2 – 2 hour*+
curriculum. Expectations for student School does not offer electives within the minimum requirements to graduate Automotive Technology 2 – 3 hour*+
are
learning PYTHON
clear and students are held natural core curricula, but through an ex- in most subject areas. This seven-year
accountable to a high standard
AP COMPUTER of individ-
SCIENCE tended field of study each year called study of all core subjects will provide
PRINCIPLES Work Site Learning
ual excellence. All students complete this
Completion of at least 6 years in each coreFocus Week.
subject In this manner, students students with the knowledge and skills
is required. Work Site Learning
seven-year cycle in seven core curricular have an opportunity to explore different required of them in the interdependent
areas: Humanities (English), Internation- electives offered through unique inten- and international world where they will Post-Secondary – College, University, Institute of Technology (2-year, technical, 4-year, graduate), Certificate Programs,
al Studies (social studies), Mathematics, sive study over their seven years at Inter- pursue their post-secondary education, Apprenticeships, Internships, Military
For more
Science, information
World Language,and application
Physical go to:
Edu- national career and dreams as adults.
School. *Designates a WANIC/Skill Center Program
https://bsd405.org/international/about/applying-to-international-school/
cation, and Fine or Performing Arts. The
+ Designates Tech Prep Credit
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2019 –2020 Grades
Grades66–12
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