Course Descriptions
| English I |
| Prerequisite: None |
| This course emphasizes reading comprehension, grammar skills and vocabulary building that will assist students in the acquisition of the composition
skills needed to compose multi-paragraph essays. The Jane Schaffer Writing Method is the primary prose model. Students will learn to analyze and write
on multiple genres of literature including short stories, plays, poetry, and novels and gain an understanding of various literary elements. |
| Term: 1 Year | Units: 10.00 |
| Satisfies UC/CSU A-G Requirements: Yes |
| Satisfies SGHS graduation requirements: Yes |
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| English I - Honors |
| Prerequisite: Recommendation by the counselor. |
| This course is the same as English I but progresses at an accelerated pace with more rigorous standards and expectations. Students will be expected to
employ deeper analytical skills and complete more reading and writing outside of class. |
| Term: 1 Year | Units: 10.00 |
| Satisfies UC/CSU A-G Requirements: Yes |
| Satisfies SGHS graduation requirements: Yes |
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| English II |
| Prerequisite: English I |
| This course will focus on: a historical approach to literature; MLA format and citation; Jane Schaeffer writing method; basic literary terms;
analyzing theme, tone and voice; research strategies, skills and workflow; dystopian novels and short stories; aesthetic approach to literature; using
genre to predict and understand literature; persuasive essay and speech writing; oral presentation and dramatic delivery; and, Shakespearean and Greek
drama. |
| Term: 1 Year | Units: 10.00 |
| Satisfies UC/CSU A-G Requirements: Yes |
| Satisfies SGHS graduation requirements: Yes |
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| English II - Honors |
| Prerequisite: English I or English I - Honors with counselor/teacher recommendation. |
| The course combines a blend of time-tested classics, contemporary literature, and inspirational literature to create a new enthusiasm in reading and
writing for all genres of literature. The first semester focuses on word analysis, fluency and systematic vocabulary development, grammar and
mechanics of writing, structural features of literature, narrative analysis, writing strategies-organization and focus, writing applications-genres
and their characteristics. The second semester focuses on organization and delivery of oral communication, structural features of informational
materials, expository critique, literary criticism, manuscript form, analysis and evaluation of oral and media communications, evaluation and
revision, research and technology. |
| Term: 1 Year | Units: 10.00 |
| Satisfies UC/CSU A-G Requirements: Yes |
| Satisfies SGHS graduation requirements: Yes |
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| English III |
| Prerequisite: English I and English II |
| The course presents a survey of American literature beginning with the colonial era and ending with contemporary writers. Focus is primarily on the
literary analysis of plays, poetry, short stories, novels and nonfiction pieces as well as oral and media critiques. Narrative, research and
reflective pieces hone writing skills. |
| Term: 1 Year | Units: 10.00 |
| Satisfies UC/CSU A-G Requirements: Yes |
| Satisfies SGHS graduation requirements: Yes |
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| English III - Honors |
| Prerequisite: English II or English II - Honors with counselor/teacher recommendation |
| This course surveys American literature from the colonial era to the present. Challenging texts that represent major American literary movements and
themes are read and analyzed. There is extensive reading and writing required in this more demanding course. Literary analysis focuses on plays,
poetry, short stories, novels and nonfiction pieces while writing skills are cultivated and applied through narratives, literary analysis, research
and reflective pieces. Attention is also given to oral presentations and media critiques. |
| Term: 1 Year | Units: 10.00 |
| Satisfies UC/CSU A-G Requirements: Yes |
| Satisfies SGHS graduation requirements: Yes |
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| English III – Advanced Placement (AP) |
| Prerequisite: English II or English II - Honors with counselor/teacher recommendation. |
| This is a college/university level English course. Students enrolled are required to take the English 3 Advanced Placement examination at the end of
the course which, when passed, provides a full year of college credit in English. Study focuses on the literary analysis of American plays, poetry,
short stories, novels, but with an emphasis on nonfiction pieces. Writing skills include narratives, literary analysis, research and reflective pieces
as well as oral presentations and media critiques. Focus on persuasive writing, classic rhetorical skills and argumentation techniques including
ethos, pathos and logos. |
| Term: 1 Year | Units: 10.00 |
| Satisfies UC/CSU A-G Requirements: Yes |
| Satisfies SGHS graduation requirements: Yes |
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| English IV |
| Prerequisite: English III |
This literature course explores major works in British literature (14th – 20th century) and world literature with special attention to European and
Asian literature (18th – 20th century). An examination is undertaken of global themes that compare/contrast with American literary themes/values
introduced in English 3.
Attention is also given to how the English language has changed and developed as a consequence of British politics and industry. |
| Term: 1 Year | Units: 10.00 |
| Satisfies UC/CSU A-G Requirements: Yes |
| Satisfies SGHS graduation requirements: Yes |
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| English IV – Advanced Placement (AP) |
| Prerequisite: English III with counselor/teacher recommendation. |
| This intensive course will provide students with the intellectual challenges and workload consistent with a typical undergraduate university English
literature/Humanities course. Students will read from a variety of texts from British, American and World authors from the 16th century to the 20th
century and practice college level reading and writing skills, including analytical and interpretive writing, in preparation for passing the AP exam. |
| Term: 1 Year | Units: 10.00 |
| Satisfies UC/CSU A-G Requirements: Yes |
| Satisfies SGHS graduation requirements: Yes |
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| Chinese I |
| Prerequisite: None |
| The course is designed to introduce students to Mandarin Chinese and culture of China. Students will master 150-200 Chinese characters, be able to
engage in and understand simple conversations as well as write and read basic dialogues. Chinese culture is introduced through a study of holidays
and festivals. |
| Term: 1 Year | Units: 10.00 |
| Satisfies UC/CSU A-G Requirements: Yes |
| Satisfies SGHS graduation requirements: Yes |
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| Chinese II |
| Prerequisite: Chinese I or permission of the teacher. |
| A continuation of Chinese I, this course is designed to allow students to become more fluent in Mandarin and to demonstrate greater comprehension and
writing abilities. An additional 150-200 Chinese characters are added to students’ working vocabulary. There is also a continued focus on Chinese
culture. |
| Term: 1 Year | Units: 10.00 |
| Satisfies UC/CSU A-G Requirements: Yes |
| Satisfies SGHS graduation requirements: Yes |
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| Chinese III |
| Prerequisite: Chinese II or permission of the teacher. |
| The course introduces students to intermediate Mandarin Chinese. Students will further strengthen their listening, speaking, reading and writing
abilities. They will be able to engage in more complex discussions as well as read and appreciate Chinese literature. Chinese culture is studied
through field trips as well as group and individual projects. |
| Term: 1 Year | Units: 10.00 |
| Satisfies UC/CSU A-G Requirements: Yes |
| Satisfies SGHS graduation requirements: Yes |
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| French I |
| Prerequisite: None |
| Students are introduced to a basic French vocabulary which allows them to read, write and engage in dialogue dealing with personal greetings, family,
transportation, clothing, and the different sports. They are also introduced to French culture. The basic grammar involves the correct construction
of sentences, noun/verb agreement, verb conjugation in four tenses, articles, adjectives, singular, plural, and negatives. |
| Term: 1 Year | Units: 10.00 |
| Satisfies UC/CSU A-G Requirements: Yes |
| Satisfies SGHS graduation requirements: Yes |
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| French II |
| Prerequisite: French I or permission of the teacher. |
| French II focuses on building and expanding the vocabulary and grammar studied in French 1. Students learn to construct phrases using verbs
conjugated in nine different tenses. French culture continues to be is explored in greater depth. |
| Term: 1 Year | Units: 10.00 |
| Satisfies UC/CSU A-G Requirements: Yes |
| Satisfies SGHS graduation requirements: Yes |
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| French III |
| Prerequisite: French II or permission from the teacher. |
| The course focuses on a more sophisticated study of the French language, with particular attention to French poetry, the visual arts and music.
Irregular verbs in 11 tenses are studied, vocabulary is further expanded as is greater familiarity with idiomatic expressions. |
| Term: 1 Year | Units: 10.00 |
| Satisfies UC/CSU A-G Requirements: Yes |
| Satisfies SGHS graduation requirements: Yes |
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| Spanish I |
| Prerequisite: None |
| This is an introductory course for students who have little or no familiarity with the Spanish language. Basic vocabulary and grammar are studied to
allow students to communicate about their own lives. Various aspects of Hispanic culture are studied. |
| Term: 1 Year | Units: 10.00 |
| Satisfies UC/CSU A-G Requirements: Yes |
| Satisfies SGHS graduation requirements: Yes |
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| Spanish I - For Native Speakers |
| Prerequisite: Placement Test |
| This course is offered to incoming freshmen who can demonstrate a mastery of Spanish obtained from their family and culture. A more rigorous
approach to the language is taken to refine, strengthen and extend the knowledge students bring with them about Spanish grammar and culture. |
| Term: 1 Year | Units: 10.00 |
| Satisfies UC/CSU A-G Requirements: Yes |
| Satisfies SGHS graduation requirements: Yes |
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| Spanish II |
| Prerequisite: Spanish I or permission of the teacher. |
| This course is a continuation of Spanish I. Students learn additional vocabulary, grammar and verb tenses. The ability to speak, read, write and
listen is further strengthened. Awareness of different Spanish speaking countries and their cultures is emphasized. |
| Term: 1 Year | Units: 10.00 |
| Satisfies UC/CSU A-G Requirements: Yes |
| Satisfies SGHS graduation requirements: Yes |
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| Spanish III |
| Prerequisite: Spanish II or permission of the teacher. |
| This is an intermediate level course that helps students to learn to communicate using more complex grammar and language. Vocabulary and idiomatic
expressions are further developed as students become comfortable speaking extemporaneously in Spanish. Important pieces of Hispanic literature are
studied. |
| Term: 1 Year | Units: 10.00 |
| Satisfies UC/CSU A-G Requirements: Yes |
| Satisfies SGHS graduation requirements: Yes |
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| Spanish IV - Advanced Placement (AP) |
| Prerequisite: Spanish III or permission of the teacher. |
| This is a rigorous college level course designed to prepare students to pass the Advanced Placement Spanish Language Examination. Passage of this
exam brings with it a full year of foreign language college credit. Reading, writing, listening and speaking skills are further strengthened and more
sophisticated Hispanic literature is read and studied. |
| Term: 1 Year | Units: 10.00 |
| Satisfies UC/CSU A-G Requirements: Yes |
| Satisfies SGHS graduation requirements: Yes |
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| Pre-Algebra |
| Prerequisite: None |
| This course is a challenging and rigorous study of pre-algebra which is designed to ease the transition from arithmetic to algebra. This course is
structured to automate the use of fractions, decimals, and integers in all operations. The procedures for solving simple word problems as well as
concepts of area, percents, proportion, and order of operations are introduced. Basic algebraic concepts such as evaluating expressions and solving
simple equations are studied. |
| Term: 1 Year | Units: 10.00 |
| Satisfies UC/CSU A-G Requirements: No |
| Satisfies SGHS graduation requirements: Yes |
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| Accelerated Intensive Mathematics (AIM): Pre-Algebra |
| Prerequisite: None |
| This course is only offered in the fall to incoming freshmen. It covers all the material found in the traditional one-year Pre-Algebra course but is
compressed into one semester. Students enrolled in this course are required to also take AIM: ALGEBRA. The purpose of the AIM Program is to provide
an intensive mathematics experience to students who are at least one year behind in their mathematics proficiency upon entering high school. The goal
of the AIM Program is to accelerate students’ achievement in mathematics to enable them to catch up and take grade level appropriate geometry in their
sophomore year. |
| Term: 1 Year | Units: 10.00 |
| Satisfies UC/CSU A-G Requirements: Yes |
| Satisfies SGHS graduation requirements: Yes |
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| Accelerated Intensive Mathematics (AIM): Algebra |
| Prerequisite: AIM Pre-Algebra |
| This course is a continuation of AIM: Pre-Algebra and is only offered in the spring to incoming freshmen. It covers all the material found in the
traditional one-year algebra course but is compressed into one semester. The purpose of the AIM Program is to provide an intensive mathematics
experience to students who are at least one year behind in their mathematics proficiency upon entering high school. The goal of the AIM Program is to
accelerate students’ achievement in mathematics to enable them to catch up and take grade level appropriate geometry in their sophomore year. |
| Term: 1 Year | Units: 10.00 |
| Satisfies UC/CSU A-G Requirements: Yes |
| Satisfies SGHS graduation requirements: Yes |
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| Algebra I |
| Prerequisite: None |
| Algebra I prepares students to confidently apply algebraic concepts, such as: real numbers, algebraic expressions with one variable, inequalities,
polynomials, factoring, rational expressions, linear equations with two variables, relations and functions, systems of linear equations, matrices,
radicals, quadratic equations and problem solving. |
| Term: 1 Year | Units: 10.00 |
| Satisfies UC/CSU A-G Requirements: Yes |
| Satisfies SGHS graduation requirements: Yes |
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| Algebra I - Honors |
| Prerequisite: None |
| This course offers a challenging and intensive study of algebra that fosters the development of skills and concept mastery necessary to take more
rigorous college-preparatory mathematics courses. It covers all the concepts studied in Algebra I as well as additional concepts such as: algebraic
proofs, solution and evaluation of open sentences, graphing, solutions of systems of open sentences, basic operations with polynomials and exponent
operations are included. |
| Term: 1 Year | Units: 10.00 |
| Satisfies UC/CSU A-G Requirements: Yes |
| Satisfies SGHS graduation requirements: Yes |
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| Geometry |
| Prerequisite: Algebra I or Algebra I - Honors |
| This course provides a rigorous study of Geometry as a mathematical system based on the development of plane and spatial relationships. Students
study: congruent segments and angles, circle chords, secants and tangent segments, parallel and perpendicular lines, angle measure in triangles,
direct and indirect triangle congruence and similarity, logic, similar triangles, transformations, the Pythagorean Theorem, geometric constructions,
coordinate geometry, surface area and the volume of solids. |
| Term: 1 Year | Units: 10.00 |
| Satisfies UC/CSU A-G Requirements: Yes |
| Satisfies SGHS graduation requirements: Yes |
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| Geometry - Honors |
| Prerequisite: Algebra I or Algebra I - Honors |
| Geometry Honors is an intensive, accelerated, one-semester course which provides a full year of mathematics credit. It is designed to deepen the
understanding of two and three-dimensional objects and their properties by using inductive and deductive reasoning. The course fosters the mastery of
geometric skills and concepts and the ability to construct formal logical arguments and proofs in a geometric setting. Students study: congruent
segments and angles, circle chords, secants and tangent segments, parallel and perpendicular lines, angle measure in triangles, direct and indirect
triangle congruence and similarity, proofs, circles, logic, similar triangles, transformations, the Pythagorean Theorem, trigonometric relationships,
coordinate geometry, and surface area and volume of solids. |
| Term: 1 Year | Units: 10.00 |
| Satisfies UC/CSU A-G Requirements: Yes |
| Satisfies SGHS graduation requirements: Yes |
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| Algebra II |
| Prerequisite: Geometry |
| This course builds on knowledge and skills developed in Algebra 1 and is designed to prepare students for college-level mathematics. Course content
includes word problem analysis with one and two variables, real number concepts and skills involving fundamental operations with numbers, equations,
polynomials, and rational expressions, relations and functions (linear, quadratic, exponential, conic, and logarithmic). An introduction to
trigonometry is also provided. |
| Term: 1 Year | Units: 10.00 |
| Satisfies UC/CSU A-G Requirements: Yes |
| Satisfies SGHS graduation requirements: Yes |
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| Algebra II - Honors |
| Prerequisite: Geometry - Honors |
| Honors Algebra II is an intensive, accelerated, one-semester course intended to prepare students for advanced mathematics courses. The course focuses
on the use of technology and data analysis to develop reasoning, problem-solving and communication skills. Topics include: linear, quadratic,
polynomial, rational, exponential, and logarithmic functions, systems of linear and quadratic equations and inequalities, matrices, conic sections,
sequences and series, and probability, combinations and permutations. Real-life applications of the concepts are integrated throughout the course.
This course also includes an introduction to trigonometry. |
| Term: 1 Year | Units: 10.00 |
| Satisfies UC/CSU A-G Requirements: Yes |
| Satisfies SGHS graduation requirements: Yes |
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| Pre-Calculus |
| Prerequisite: Algebra II or Algebra II - Honors |
| Pre-Calculus is one-year advanced mathematics course that blends the concepts and skills that must be mastered before enrollment in a college-level
calculus course. Pre-calculus include a review of the elementary functions as well as advanced properties of functions. Special attention is given to
polynomial functions, rational functions, logarithmic functions, exponential functions, trigonometric functions as well as piecewise functions,
quadratic inequalities, trigonometric identities and an introduction to limits and continuity. The use of technology is integrated throughout the
course and students are required to have a graphing calculator. |
| Term: 1 Year | Units: 10.00 |
| Satisfies UC/CSU A-G Requirements: Yes |
| Satisfies SGHS graduation requirements: Yes |
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| Calculus - Advanced Placement (AP) |
| Prerequisite: Pre-Calculus with counselor/teacher recommendation. |
| This is a college/university level mathematics course. Students enrolled are required to take the Calculus Advanced Placement examination at the end
of the course which, when passed, provides a full year of college credit in mathematics. Calculus is explored graphically, numerically, verbally and
analytically. The course covers limits, continuity, derivatives and their applications, differential equations and slope fields and the definite and
indefinite integrals and their applications. The use of technology is integrated throughout the course and students are required to have a graphing
calculator. The course teaches students how to communicate in mathematical concepts and explain solutions to problems both verbally and in written
form. |
| Term: 1 Year | Units: 10.00 |
| Satisfies UC/CSU A-G Requirements: Yes |
| Satisfies SGHS graduation requirements: Yes |
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| Introduction to Hebrew Scripture |
| Prerequisite: None (This is a required course for all freshmen) |
| This freshman course is an introduction to the Old Testament. It explores the history of the biblical Jews and roots of both Judaism and Christianity
to help contemporary Catholics understand the importance of the Old Testament in their lives. |
| Term: 1 Semester | Units: 5.00 |
| Satisfies UC/CSU A-G Requirements: No |
| Satisfies SGHS graduation requirements: Yes |
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| Introduction to Christian Scripture |
| Prerequisite: None (This is a required course for all freshmen) |
| This freshmen course is an introduction to the New Testament, where we first encounter Jesus. Our understanding of Jesus is at the heart of our
Catholic identity as people of faith. This course offers a clear presentation of the life, ministry and message of Jesus in an effort to enliven and
enrich the lives of each student. |
| Term: 1 Semester | Units: 5.00 |
| Satisfies UC/CSU A-G Requirements: No |
| Satisfies SGHS graduation requirements: Yes |
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| Morality |
| Prerequisite: None (This is a required course for all sophomores) |
| This sophomore course presents the basic principles and processes that guide Catholics in making moral decisions. The study of morality emphasizes
Gospel values in the formation and development of conscience as a guide to living in society. |
| Term: 1 Semester | Units: 5.00 |
| Satisfies UC/CSU A-G Requirements: No |
| Satisfies SGHS graduation requirements: Yes |
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| Sacraments |
| Prerequisite: None (This is a required course for all sophomores) |
| The sophomore course immerses students in the celebration of these most important rituals in Christian life. It explores the history and culture that
forms the foundation of the Sacraments and offers students an opportunity to explore the rich tradition and practice of Sacramental theology which is
fundamental to Catholicism. |
| Term: 1 Semester | Units: 5.00 |
| Satisfies UC/CSU A-G Requirements: No |
| Satisfies SGHS graduation requirements: Yes |
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| Social Justice |
| Prerequisite: None (This is a required course for all juniors) |
| This junior level course provides students with opportunities to explore the connection between faith and our Christian concern for others by
examining injustice in our world wherever it is found. The course explores the challenge of defining social justice from the Christian perspective and
discovering ways to implement it. |
| Term: 1 Semester | Units: 5.00 |
| Satisfies UC/CSU A-G Requirements: No |
| Satisfies SGHS graduation requirements: Yes |
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| Church History |
| Prerequisite: None (This is a required course for all juniors) |
| This junior level course looks at how the Catholic Church has been able to grow and change over time. Focus is on an investigation of the ways Jesus
and his followers have influenced society and its values through an introduction to prominent historical persons, discoveries, documents, and events
important in the development of the Catholic Church over the past 2000 years. |
| Term: 1 Semester | Units: 5.00 |
| Satisfies UC/CSU A-G Requirements: No |
| Satisfies SGHS graduation requirements: Yes |
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| World Religions |
| Prerequisite: None (This is a required course for all seniors) |
| This course requires seniors to objectively analyze common and contrasting themes among the major world religions through the study of their
development, basic tenets and laws, important contributing individuals, and written scripture. Some of the major world religions studied include
Hinduism, Buddhism, Confucianism, Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. |
| Term: 1 Semester | Units: 5.00 |
| Satisfies UC/CSU A-G Requirements: No |
| Satisfies SGHS graduation requirements: Yes |
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| Christian Lifestyle |
| Prerequisite: None (This is a required course for all seniors) |
| This senior level course focuses on Christian values and how students can apply these values in the modern world. Students study areas of personal
growth, human relationships and loving relationships as a means to develop a mature and responsible Christian lifestyle. |
| Term: 1 Semester | Units: 5.00 |
| Satisfies UC/CSU A-G Requirements: No |
| Satisfies SGHS graduation requirements: Yes |
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| Independent Study Religion |
| Prerequisite: None |
| This course meets once a week and covers the same subject matter taught in all grade-level religion courses. It is designed for students whose study
and time management skills allow them to work independently with minimal supervision from a teacher. Written assignments are provided and collected
on a weekly basis. Students have access to their teacher during their weekly meeting and through personal appointments for discussion, clarification
and tutoring. |
| Term: 1 Year | Units: 10.00 |
| Satisfies UC/CSU A-G Requirements: No |
| Satisfies SGHS graduation requirements: Yes |
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| Earth Science and Computer Applications |
| Prerequisite: None |
| This freshmen course employs an inquiry-based science approach for the study of volcanoes, earthquakes, plate tectonics, ecosystems and the impact of
natural disasters. The course incorporates the use of technology tools including Microsoft Office programs and introduces student to Apple platform
applications such as iLife, iWeb, iMovie and Garage Band. |
| Term: 1 Semester | Units: 5.00 |
| Satisfies UC/CSU A-G Requirements: Yes |
| Satisfies SGHS graduation requirements: Yes |
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| Biology |
| Prerequisite: None |
| Through lecture, laboratory experience and hands-on activities, students study the structure of living things, including the structure and function of
cells, genetics, evolution, the five kingdoms and ecology. Students use the scientific method to form and test hypotheses, observe, gather and analyze
data, measure, infer and form conclusions. |
| Term: 1 Year | Units: 10.00 |
| Satisfies UC/CSU A-G Requirements: Yes |
| Satisfies SGHS graduation requirements: Yes |
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| Biology - Honors |
| Prerequisite: None |
| This course offers a more in-depth and rigorous study of the structure of living things. Through lecture, laboratory experience and hands-on
activities, students study the structure of living things, including the structure and function of cells, genetics, evolution, the five kingdoms and
ecology. Students use the scientific method to form and test hypotheses, observe, gather and analyze data, measure, infer and form conclusions. |
| Term: 1 Year | Units: 10.00 |
| Satisfies UC/CSU A-G Requirements: Yes |
| Satisfies SGHS graduation requirements: Yes |
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| Chemistry |
| Prerequisite: Algebra II (or concurrent enrollment) |
| Students study the structure of matter, the periodic table, chemical reactions, balancing chemical equations, acids and bases and nuclear chemistry.
Math skills are applied to solve problems in thermodynamics, kinetics and moles. Laboratory work supports the practical application of concepts
studied. |
| Term: 1 Year | Units: 10.00 |
| Satisfies UC/CSU A-G Requirements: Yes |
| Satisfies SGHS graduation requirements: Yes |
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| Chemistry - Honors |
| Prerequisite: Algebra II (or concurrent enrollment) with counselor/teacher recommendation. |
| The honors course provides a more in-depth study of chemistry and moves at a fast pace. Students study the structure of matter, the periodic table,
chemical reactions, balancing chemical equations, molecular shapes, acids and bases, organic chemistry and nuclear chemistry. Laboratory work
supports the practical application of concepts studied. |
| Term: 1 Year | Units: 10.00 |
| Satisfies UC/CSU A-G Requirements: Yes |
| Satisfies SGHS graduation requirements: Yes |
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| Physics |
| Prerequisite: Algebra I (or concurrent enrollment) |
| Physics is a hands-on, activities-based lab course. Students will test theories involving the concepts of motion, forces and momentum and will
experiment with concepts involving electricity, light waves and magnets. They will also study impulse during the egg-drop project, free-fall motion
through rocket competitions and energy concepts as they build roller coasters. |
| Term: 1 Year | Units: 10.00 |
| Satisfies UC/CSU A-G Requirements: Yes |
| Satisfies SGHS graduation requirements: Yes |
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| Physics - Honors |
| Prerequisite: Pre-Calculus (or concurrent enrollment) with counselor/teacher recommendation. |
| This is rigorous course which focuses on the study of motion and forces (including Newton’s laws), conservation of energy and momentum, heat, waves,
electricity and magnetism. Students will apply graphing and equation solution skills. Students Laboratory skills will support work in the collection
of data and investigation of concepts covered in class. |
| Term: 1 Year | Units: 10.00 |
| Satisfies UC/CSU A-G Requirements: Yes |
| Satisfies SGHS graduation requirements: Yes |
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| Physiology |
| Prerequisite: Biology |
| This course introduces the structure, organization and function of the human body. Dissection, research and hands-on activities help to provide an
understanding of how organ systems work and how they are synergistically integration in the healthy body. Students study the causes of disease and
understand how informed choices can pave the way for a healthier lifestyles. |
| Term: 1 Year | Units: 10.00 |
| Satisfies UC/CSU A-G Requirements: Yes |
| Satisfies SGHS graduation requirements: Yes |
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| Physical Science |
| Prerequisite: None |
| The course focuses on motion, forces, and energy while cultivating an understanding of how and why things in the natural world behave, move and react
the way they do. It also serves as a foundation for further learning and understanding the world around us. |
| Term: 1 Year | Units: 10.00 |
| Satisfies UC/CSU A-G Requirements: Yes |
| Satisfies SGHS graduation requirements: Yes |
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| Global Leadership and Computer Applications |
| Prerequisite: None |
| A freshmen course that focuses on the development of character, effective work habits, organizational and computer skills as contributors to academic
success with particular attention given to leadership theory and service learning. Leadership projects include examinations of global issues, cultural
awareness and physical/political geography. Computer competency is achieved through the study and application of Microsoft Office programs such as
Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Publisher. |
| Term: 1 Semester | Units: 5.00 |
| Satisfies UC/CSU A-G Requirements: No |
| Satisfies SGHS graduation requirements: Yes |
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| World History |
| Prerequisite: None |
| This history/social science course examines the major turning points of the modern world from approximately 1750 to the present. Focus areas of this
class include: historical linkages, the French Revolution, the Industrial Revolution, the Rise of Imperialism and Colonialism, World War I,
Totalitarianism, World War II and Nationalism. Students will develop an understanding of the historic, geographic, social, political and economic
consequences of the various study areas they explore. |
| Term: 1 Year | Units: 10.00 |
| Satisfies UC/CSU A-G Requirements: Yes |
| Satisfies SGHS graduation requirements: Yes |
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| World History - Honors |
| Prerequisite: A or B in English I, Recommendation of counselors and teachers. |
| This is a more rigorous history/social science course that examines the major turning points of the modern world from approximately 1750 to the
present. Focus areas of this class include: historical linkages, the roots of Democracy, the French Revolution, the Industrial Revolution, the Rise of
Imperialism and Colonialism, World War I, Totalitarianism, World War II the Holocaust and Nationalism. Students work with document-based questions,
practice writing research papers, and will have a midterm and final. |
| Term: 1 Year | Units: 10.00 |
| Satisfies UC/CSU A-G Requirements: Yes |
| Satisfies SGHS graduation requirements: Yes |
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| United States History |
| Prerequisite: World Cultures, World Cultures-Honors, World History, or World History-Honors |
| A survey course that provides an overview of the people, places, events and ideas that have contributed to the history of the nation since its
founding. Particular focus is given to major turning points in American history in the twentieth century. Social science research skills are applied
and current events are discussed and analyzed. |
| Term: 1 Year | Units: 10.00 |
| Satisfies UC/CSU A-G Requirements: Yes |
| Satisfies SGHS graduation requirements: Yes |
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| United States History - Advanced Placement (AP) |
| Prerequisite: World Cultures, World Cultures-Honors, World History, or World History-Honors with counselor/teacher recommendation. |
| This is a college/university level history course. Students enrolled are required to take the U.S. History Advanced Placement examination at the end
of the course which, when passed, provides a full year of social science college credit. The political, social, cultural, economic diplomatic and
technological elements of each historical period are examined with a focus on historical analysis, critical thinking, with an evaluation of primary
source documents and the elevation of student writing skills to a collegiate level. |
| Term: 1 Year | Units: 10.00 |
| Satisfies UC/CSU A-G Requirements: Yes |
| Satisfies SGHS graduation requirements: Yes |
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| American Government |
| Prerequisite: U.S. History |
| Students pursue a deeper understanding of the institutions of American government by analyzing the history and changing interpretations of the
Constitution, the Bill of Rights, and the current state of the legislative, executive, and judiciary branches of government. An emphasis is placed on
analyzing the relationships between federal, state, and local governments with particular attention paid to important historical documents. The course
is designed to help students prepare to vote, participate in community activities, and assume the responsibilities of citizenship. |
| Term: 1 Semester | Units: 5.00 |
| Satisfies UC/CSU A-G Requirements: Yes |
| Satisfies SGHS graduation requirements: Yes |
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| American Government - Advanced Placement (AP) |
| Prerequisite: U.S. History or U.S. History – Advanced Placement with counselor/teacher recommendation. |
| This is a college/university level social science course. Students enrolled are required to take the U.S. Government Advanced Placement examination
at the end of the course which, when passed, provides a full year of social science college credit. The course provides intensive study of the
institutions, groups, beliefs and ideas that constitute the American body politic. It examines both the formal and informal structures of government
and the processes of the American political system, studying general concepts in U.S. government in order to analyze specific examples. |
| Term: 1 Semester | Units: 5.00 |
| Satisfies UC/CSU A-G Requirements: Yes |
| Satisfies SGHS graduation requirements: Yes |
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| Economics |
| Prerequisite: None |
| Students will master fundamental economic concepts, applying the tools, such as graphs, statistics and equations, from other subject areas to an
understanding of operations and institutions of economic systems. Studied in a historic context are the basic economic principles of micro- and
macroeconomics, international economics, comparative economic systems, measurement, and methods. Students will participate in frequent group
projects. |
| Term: 1 Semester | Units: 5.00 |
| Satisfies UC/CSU A-G Requirements: Yes |
| Satisfies SGHS graduation requirements: Yes |
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| Psychology |
| Prerequisite: None |
| This course introduces students to the theories and methodologies employed in modern psychology. It covers topics such as learning, thinking,
motivation, personality development, mental processes as well as normal/abnormal social behaviors. |
| Term: 1 Semester | Units: 5.00 |
| Satisfies UC/CSU A-G Requirements: Yes |
| Satisfies SGHS graduation requirements: Yes |
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| Sociology |
| Prerequisite: None |
| This course investigates the human social condition and considers themes such as power dynamics, culture, and the development of self in society,
social deviance, stereotyping, and the social construction of knowledge. Also examined are methods for understanding individuals and their
relationships to society, cultures, institutions and groups. The course seeks to help students to develop a useful way to think critically about the
world. |
| Term: 1 Semester | Units: 5.00 |
| Satisfies UC/CSU A-G Requirements: Yes |
| Satisfies SGHS graduation requirements: Yes |
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| Advanced Drama |
| Prerequisite: None |
This is an introductory course designed for incoming freshmen. It provides students with an understanding and appreciation of theater arts with a
focus on creating dynamic, confident public speakers who are both capable performers and also patrons of the arts.
Semester 1: warm up, observation, pantomime, improvisation, movement, stage directions, vocal production and articulation,
monologues.
Semester 2: character analysis and development, blocking, set design, lighting, sound, costumes, props, scene work, mask
making. |
| Term: 1 Year | Units: 10.00 |
| Satisfies UC/CSU A-G Requirements: Yes |
| Satisfies SGHS graduation requirements: Yes |
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| Art I - (A and B) |
| Prerequisite: None |
| This is an introductory art course that focuses on art theory and application in the areas of drawing, conceptual design, painting and color theory.
Students work in a variety of media and develop an appreciation of art as both a personal expression and a reflection of the world around them. |
| Term: 1 Year | Units: 10.00 |
| Satisfies UC/CSU A-G Requirements: Yes |
| Satisfies SGHS graduation requirements: Yes |
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| Beginning Orchestra (Strings) |
| Prerequisite: None |
| This course introduces student string players to the fundamentals of music performance and appreciation, including: proper bowing techniques, correct
instrumental technique, introductory theory, and introductory music appreciation, beginning music analysis, small ensemble and solo performances. |
| Term: 1 Year | Units: 10.00 |
| Satisfies UC/CSU A-G Requirements: Yes |
| Satisfies SGHS graduation requirements: Yes |
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| Beginning Band |
| Prerequisite: None |
| This course provides training for students interested in learning to play a woodwind, brass or percussion instrument. It covers the basic
fundamentals of music performance and appreciation, including: proper breathing, correct instrumental technique, introductory theory and introductory
music appreciation, beginning music analysis, small ensemble and solo performances. |
| Term: 1 Year | Units: 10.00 |
| Satisfies UC/CSU A-G Requirements: Yes |
| Satisfies SGHS graduation requirements: Yes |
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| Advanced Band |
| Prerequisite: Beginning Band or permission of the teacher. |
| This course is a continuation course that introduces intermediate to advanced musical concepts. Students learn to play a broad range of musical
literature. Band members perform at school sponsored pubic events. Attention is given to proper warm ups, marching techniques, tone, phrasing,
articulation, proper instrumental technique, intermediate musical analysis, theory concepts, phrasing, proper articulation, proper instrumental
technique, advanced musical analysis, music history and appreciation, small ensemble and solo performances. |
| Term: 1 Year | Units: 10.00 |
| Satisfies UC/CSU A-G Requirements: Yes |
| Satisfies SGHS graduation requirements: Yes |
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| Concert Choir I |
| Prerequisite: None |
| This is a foundation vocal music course for interested and talented beginners. Focus is on the elements of music, breathing techniques, vocalization
exercises and singing of secular as well as sacred music in two-, three- and four-part harmony. Focus is on the elements of music: melody, rhythm,
harmony, dynamics, tone, color and form; proper breathing techniques are emphasized. |
| Term: 1 Year | Units: 10.00 |
| Satisfies UC/CSU A-G Requirements: Yes |
| Satisfies SGHS graduation requirements: Yes |
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| Concert Choir II (Valiant Voices Performing Choir) |
| Prerequisite: Concert Choir I or permission of the counselor/teacher. |
| This course builds on concepts and skills mastered in Concert Choir I: breathing techniques, vocalization exercises, ear training, singing of sacred
and secular music in English and foreign languages in 4- to 8-part harmony. Attention is given to advanced vocalization patterns/exercises and ear
training. |
| Term: 1 Year | Units: 10.00 |
| Satisfies UC/CSU A-G Requirements: Yes |
| Satisfies SGHS graduation requirements: Yes |
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| Music Appreciation |
| Prerequisite: None |
| This course explores the history of music of the western world and provides an introduction to the basic elements of music including melody, rhythm,
harmony, dynamics, tone, color and form. Focus is on Gregorian chants, music of the Renaissance, the Classical Romantic periods, music of the 20th
century and different eras/genres. |
| Term: 1 Year | Units: 10.00 |
| Satisfies UC/CSU A-G Requirements: Yes |
| Satisfies SGHS graduation requirements: Yes |
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| Dance |
| Prerequisite: None |
| This is a survey course covering major dance genres. It includes work on vocabulary, technique, choreography, performance and visual arts assignments
regarding different aspects of dance. Attention is given to proper warm up and dance techniques, basic sections of a dance class, elements of
choreography including group work, combinations of movements, jazz, ballet, lyrical, musical theater, salsa, African, hip-hop, improvisation, the
creation of a dance video and public performance. |
| Term: 1 Year | Units: 10.00 |
| Satisfies UC/CSU A-G Requirements: Yes |
| Satisfies SGHS graduation requirements: Yes |
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| Digital Video Production |
| Prerequisite: None |
| This course is designed to introduce students to the process of creating successful digital video productions of all genres from the planning and
writing stages through the use of advanced digital tools. It includes an introduction to video software, scriptwriting, camera and computer
operations, the crafting of public service announcements, creating simple commercials, an introduction to the television studio, movie story
structure, instructional video, short subject documentaries, conducting studio/remove interviews, instructional video, admissions videos,
talk/discussion show in studio, music videos, multiple endings, live-action short films. |
| Term: 1 Year | Units: 10.00 |
| Satisfies UC/CSU A-G Requirements: Yes |
| Satisfies SGHS graduation requirements: Yes |
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