Brooklyn Center

Arts & IB
World School

2016 2017
Registration Guide
Grades 9 12

6500 Humboldt Avenue North

Brooklyn Center, MN 55430
Main Office: 763-561-2120

REGISTRATION CONTACTS:
Mrs. Hillestad, Guidance Counselor (L-Z) 763-561-2120 x2156
Ms. McNally, Guidance Counselor (A-K) 763-561-2120 x2150
Mrs. Gabrick Guidance Secretary, 763-561-2120 x2154
Dr. Jarva, Principal 763-561-2120 x2000
Mrs. Pena, IB MYP & DP Coordinator 763-561-2120 x2451
 Table of Contents
INTRODUCTION
Introduction to Registration Guide
1
Graduation Requirements
2
How to Read a Course Description
2

INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE PROGRAMME

3
Middle Years Programme
Diploma Programme
Diploma Programme Tracks for Obtaining an IB Diploma

ACADEMIC DEPARTMENTS
AVID
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Business
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Family & Consumer Science
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Language A
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Language B
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English Learners (EL).......................................................................13
Individuals and Societies
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Mathematics
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Performing Arts Theatre, Dance & Music
18
Visual Arts
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Physical Education & Health
21
Science
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Special Education
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Media Arts / Technology Arts.........27
OTHER SCHOOL OPTIONS......29
Brooklyn Center Academy ALC (Alternate Learning Center)
Post-Secondary Enrollment Options
Insight Online School
Independent Study
*Course descriptions may change and are currently a work in progress with the curricular review process
underway in the district. Welcome to the 2016-2017 School Year!
To Students: Students are encouraged to take the course selection and registration process very seriously. Your future depends on it.
It is important that students select classes which: (1) fulfill graduation requirements; (2) fulfill the requirements of the Minnesota State
Graduation Standards; (3) meet school requirements and (4) match their interests and future goals.

If questions arise, speak to teachers or connect with your counselor. We are excited to be offering courses to our students which align
with International Baccalaureate as well as many opportunities in the Arts Magnet.

You only go to high school once, so try to make the most of your opportunities. Set goals and have high expectations of yourself. What
you do and what you accomplish in school will affect you the rest of your life. Good luck!

Students who are interested in classes at Hennepin Technical College should ask for a packet of information in the Guidance
Office.

To the Parents of Students: Please work with your student(s) as they make class selections. Parents are a childs most influential
teacher. The influence parents have upon their children's attitude toward school and education is immeasurable. It is our hope that all
parents take an active role in the educational process their students are involved in.

Encouraging good study habits; supervising homework sessions at home; checking on class progress; attending
parent/teacher conferences; connecting with teachers and the counselor when there are questions; and simply taking a day
to day interest in each student's school experience will help them immensely.

It is important that parents be involved in the registration process. They should know what classes their child has registered for. If
parents have questions, they should contact the school. Take into consideration a student's interests, abilities and future goals as
together, parent and child, consider the course selections.

All programming opportunities will be offered to students regardless of race, color, religion, gender, disability, national origin, sexual orientation, or
gender identity or expression.

Brooklyn Center Arts & IB World School strives to serve all of its students. The staff and
administration work toward helping each student succeed. Together we can help each
student achieve and experience success.

Thank you for your help and assistance.

 BROOKLYN CENTER ARTS & IB WORLD SCHOOL
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
1. Students receive 0.5 credit upon successful completion of the course requirements for each semester course.

2. A student must earn twenty six (26) credits to graduate.

3. Of the credits required for graduation, the student must earn credits in the following areas.

a. English: 4.0 credits

b. Social Studies: 4.0 credits

c. Science: 3.0 credits

d. Mathematics: 3.0 credits

e. Physical Education: 1.0 credit

f. Arts: 1.0 credit in dance, music, theater, visual arts and/or media arts

g. Health: 0.5 credit, to be earned in Senior High Health

h. Business: 0.5 credit, to be earned in Personal Finance

4. Credit for student aide work may be counted toward graduation as elective credit: 0.25 credit.

5. For students in grades 6 10, coursework will be aligned with the requirements of the International Baccalaureate MYP (Middle
Years Programme) model.

6. Two (2) credits can be taken in courses graded on a Pass/Fail basis (S or U) where this course option exists. In such cases,
the grades received are not used in calculating grade point average or class rank. Other credit courses are graded on an A, B, C,
D or F basis and are used in calculating grade-point average. BC uses a twelve (12) point system.

HOW TO READ A COURSE DESCRIPTION FOR REGISTRATION

The purpose of the following is to help students and parents better understand the format of the course descriptions contained in this
Curriculum Guide. As the State of Minnesota moves towards more accountability emphasizing student performance, it is imperative that
students and parents understand not only our BC Graduation Requirements but also choose courses that fulfill the Minnesota
Graduation High Standards in order to earn a high school diploma.

NOTE: At Brooklyn Center Arts and IB World School, course numbers followed by A indicate the first semester, or first half,
of a year-long unit of study. Course numbers followed by B indicate the second semester, or second half, of a year-long
unit of study.
 The IB Middle Years Programme (Grades 6-10)
The MYP provides a framework of learning which encourages students to become creative, critical and reflective thinkers.
The MYP emphasizes intellectual challenge, encouraging students to make connections between their studies in
traditional subjects and to the real world. It fosters the development of skills for communication, intercultural
understanding and global engagement, qualities that are essential for life in the 21st century.It builds upon the knowledge,
skills and attitudes developed in the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) and prepares students to meet the academic
challenges of the IB Diploma Programme.

At Brooklyn Center Arts and IB World School, all students take part in the MYP through the tenth grade. The IB Middle
Years Programme consists of eight subject groups integrated through five interactive areas providing global contexts for
learning. Successful completion of all elements of the program results in an IB Middle Years Programme Certificate that is
a required prerequisite for the IB Diploma Track.

Students are required to take one course in each of the eight subject areas each year of the MYP. Students in
grades 6-10 must select one course each in:

Language A (English/Language Arts)

Language B (French or Spanish)
Humanities (Social Sciences)
Sciences
Mathematics
Visual/Performing Arts
Technology
Physical Education

Course options for each subject are indicated on student registration forms. Some courses are year-long while others are
semester-based or every-other-day.

In 10th grade, all students will also complete the MYP personal project, which is an in-depth, independent study of a topic
of choice. Projects are graded externally by the IB and presented during the spring Personal Project Exhibition. Grades
are recorded on the students transcript.
 The IB Diploma Programme (Grades 11-12)

The DP is a rigorous two-year college preparatory program available during 11th and 12th grade. Students can opt to take
either the whole programme for an internationally recognized diploma (in addition to their BCHS diploma) or individual
subjects that fit their interests, time or career pursuits. Minnesota public universities will give college credit to students
receiving at least a 4 (out of 7) on the final IB exam for the course (per Minn. State Statute). Private colleges or
universities in other states grant college credit or advanced-standing per their admissions policies.

All DP courses are year-long and certain courses are completed over a two-year period. IB Diploma Programme students
must choose one subject from each of five groups (1 to 5), ensuring breadth of knowledge and understanding in their best
language, additional language(s), the social sciences, the experimental sciences and mathematics. Student may choose
either an arts subject from group 6, or a second subject from group 3.

Students opting for the entire Diploma Programme must take the following courses (I and
II indicate that the courses are two years long). Students looking to earn a certificate can
choose any mix of courses that suit their needs. Students looking to earn college credit
must complete the entire course including the exams. Students earning at least a 4 out
of 7 for the class will be granted college credit by most Minnesota Universities.

Refer to the next page which outlines possible schedules that would lead to an IB Diploma.

All full-Diploma Programme students will be in a shared Advisory, providing support for their DP participation,
while taking the Theory of Knowledge class.

In addition, students opting for the full IB Diploma will complete an Extended Essay research project and meet the
learning outcomes of the Creativity, Action and Service Program during their senior year.
 IB Diploma Tracks-

AVID
wing one of the optional IB Diploma Tracks for two years have the option of testing for the separate IB

Prerequisite: Application & interview

Major Outcomes: Students will be
prepared for entrance into and success
at a 4-year college or university.
Instructional Focus: Building
organizational skills, study skills, test-
taking skills, note-taking skills, as well as
college-level writing, inquiry,
collaboration and reading skills
Projects, activities, etc.: Centaur
seminar (small group tutorials), college-
readiness and research activities,
Philosophical Chairs and Socratic
Seminars, college field trips speakers
from colleges and fields of work.
Diploma in addition to their Brooklyn Center Diploma.

AVID 10A & 10B (Advancement Via

Individual Determination) - Full Year
(Year 5: Grade 10)
Intended Audience: College-bound 10th
graders
Prerequisite: AVID 9, success in Pre-
Avid, or application & interview
Major Outcomes: Students will be
prepared for entrance into and success
at a 4-year college or university.
Instructional Focus: Continued
building organizational skills, study skills,
test-taking skills, note-taking skills, as
well as college-level writing, inquiry,
collaboration and reading skills
Projects, activities, etc.: Centaur
seminar (small group tutorials), college-
readiness and research activities,
Philosophical Chairs and Socratic
Seminars, college field trips speakers
from colleges and fields of work.

IB MYP AVID 9A & 9B (Advancement Via Individual

Determination) - Full Year (Year 4: Grade 9)
Intended Audience: College-bound 9th graders

AVID Junior Seminar A & B (Advancement Via Individual
Determination) - Full Year
Intended Audience: 11th grade students who have previously been
enrolled in AVID
Prerequisite: AVID 9 and/or AVID 10
Major Outcomes: Students will be prepared for entrance into and
success at a 4-year college or university.
Instructional Focus: Rhetorical reading, analytical writing,
collaborative discussion strategies, inquiry-based study groups,
preparation for college entrance and placement exams, college study
skills and test-taking strategies, note-taking and research.
Projects, activities, etc.: The theme for the Junior Seminar is
Leadership as a Catalyst for Change in Society. In addition to
Centaur Seminars (small tutorial groups) and college field trips,
students will study exceptional leaders in contemporary society and
examine the effect these individuals have had on culture, politics,
education, history, science and the arts.
AVID Senior Seminar A & B (Advancement Via Individual
Determination) - Full Year
Intended Audience: 12th grade students who have previously been
enrolled in AVID
Prerequisite: AVID Junior Seminar
Major Outcomes: Students will be prepared for entrance into and
success at a 4-year college or university.
Instructional Focus: Rhetorical reading, analytical writing,
collaborative discussion strategies, inquiry-based study groups,
preparation for college entrance and placement exams, college study
skills and test-taking strategies, note-taking and research.
Projects, activities, etc.:The theme for the Senior Seminar is
Leadership as a Catalyst for Change in Society. Senior AVID
students will select a leader to study in depth. They will read
extensively about the leader, write a number of analytical essays,
develop critical questions based on readings and writings, participate
in collaborative discussion groups such as Socratic Seminar, and
complete a final research essay project.
 BUSINESS
BUSINESS OWNERSHIP - 1 Semester
Intended Audience: Grades 10 - 12
Prerequisite: none
Major Outcomes: Have you ever dreamed of owning your own
business or being the boss at your job? You can learn how in this
class! Do you wish learning was as easy as playing a video game?
It is in this class! Youll own and manage your own business in a
virtual world and compete with other students/business owners in a
multiplayer format.
We will explore a variety of businesses by taking a number of field
trips for an inside look, as well as learning from guest speakers in the
classroom.
Instructional Focus: Projects, technology and software tools, online
resources, community resources.
PERSONAL FINANCE - 1 semester
** REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION **
Intended Audience: Grades 11 - 12
Prerequisite: none
Major Outcomes: Students will learn the basics of money
management including units on credit, investment, insurance, salary
and payroll taxes, income taxes, car purchasing, and home selection.
This class is designed to provide students with real world preparation
in handling money.
Instructional Focus: Project based after introductory lectures and
lessons in each unit. We will use a virtual business computer-based
simulation where youll get hands-on experience with opening bank
accounts, balancing a check book, paying bills, getting and using a
credit card, getting insurance, buying a car, and more!
Projects, activities, etc.: Car purchasing, tax preparation,
apartment rental, home purchasing, investment strategy, credit cards,
insurance selection, checking account management, consumer rights
and much more.
INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS - 1 semester
Intended Audience: Grades 9 - 12
Prerequisite: none
Major Outcomes: This class will concentrate on our global economy
and job market and how business works in other countries. Students
will conduct research into global companies, products, markets, and
issues. The class will be mainly project driven as you will determine
the areas of interest to research and present to the class. We will
utilize technology through internet research and multimedia
presentations.
Instructional Focus: Project-based learning driven by the students
areas of interest leading to inquiry of resources for discovery.
Projects, activities, etc.: Numerous fun Internet projects as
individuals and teams, multimedia presentations, company field trips,
virtual business simulations, and guest speakers. Travel to student
conferences for those interested in enrichment.
IB DIPLOMA PROGRAMME BUSINESS & MANAGEMENT
HL/SL A & B Full Year
Intended Audience: Grades11-12
Prerequisite: none
Major Outcomes: The Diploma Programme Business and
Management is a college preparatory business course designed to
develop an understanding of business theory, as well as an ability to
apply business principles, practices and skills. This course explores
how business decision-making processes impact and are affected by
internal and external forces and environments. Students learn by
analyzing real-world business problems that they will encounter upon
entering the corporate world. Issues are analyzed from a global
perspective taking into account cultural differences. Students are
challenged to work cooperatively to come up with creative and
innovative solutions to these problems while developing
communication and organizational skills vital for college success.
Instructional Focus: Project-based learning revolving around the
five identified business topic that form the core of the course:
Business Organization & Environment, Human Resources, Accounts
& Finance, Marketing, & Operations
Projects, activities, etc: Numerous fun Internet projects as
individuals and teams, multimedia presentations, company field trips,
virtual business simulations, and guest speakers. Students seeking
the IB certificate/diploma must complete the IA written commentary
and EA exams at the close of the course.
GAME DESIGN 1 Semester
Intended Audience: 9 12
Prerequisite: None
Major Outcomes: Have you ever wished learning in school was
more like playing video games? Is your dream career designing
video games for game systems and mobile apps? Well, this is your
class! We will learn:
Why games are important and how gaming skills translate
to the real world
What goes into making a GOOD game
Design techniques
The different jobs and skills used in a game development
team
DESIGN, PROGRAM, AND PLAY ACTUAL WORKING
GAMES
Instructional Focus: Hands-on design and development of games
with user-friendly software.
SPORTS and ENTERTAINMENT MARKETING 1 Semester
Intended Audience: Grades 10 12
Prerequisite: None
Major Outcomes: Would you like to spend your career working in
the Sports and Entertainment industry? This class will explore that
industry and let you make decisions of a sports team owner. You will
explore and learn about ticket pricing for sports and concerts, selling
sponsorships, using traditional and social media for promotions,
promoting music concerts, managing stadium and team staff, and
much more!
Instructional Focus: Project-based learning through use of
technology and software tools, online resources, and group
collaboration.
CAREER EXPLORATION 1 Semester college exploration and visits, videos, research and
Intended Audience: Grades 11-12 presentations in career areas of individual interest.
Prerequisite: On track to graduate
Major Outcomes: Students will learn concepts and develop skills in:
- Self-assessment - Interviewing
- Goal Setting - Networking
- Career Exploration - Team Building
- Resume Writing - Negotiating and Handling Conflict

and at the same time incorporate the element of FUN while

learning. Instructional methods include: class discussions, job
shadows, guest speakers, company and community field trips,

Family & Consumer Science (FCS)

CREATIVE FOODS 1 semester FIBER ARTS 1 semester

Intended Audience: Grades 9 -12 Intended Audience: Grades 9 -12
Prerequisite: none Prerequisite: none
Major Outcomes: Get with the latest craze: learn how to knit! In
Major Outcomes: Learn about different foods and cooking addition to knitting, students will learn how to crochet, needlepoint,
techniques. Discover how foods are researched and developed. cross-stitch, and/or embroidery. This is a fun, positive and productive
Instructional Focus: In addition to other cooking experiences, way to relieve stress and prevent boredom!
students will create a new product, test market and evaluate the final Instructional Focus: Students will learn basic needlecraft skills and will
product. take home needlecraft projects.
Projects, activities, etc.: Hands-on projects will be simple to complex
Projects, activities, etc.: Cooking labs, new product development (depending on experience) using yarn, knitting needles, crochet hooks,
labs, garnishing labs Fees: $20 to cover the needles and embroidery floss.
cost of food and supplies Fees: $15 to cover the cost of project supplies. Yarn will be provided.

INTERNATIONAL FOODS 1 semester INTRODUCTION TO CULINARY ARTS A & B FULL YEAR

Intended Audience: Grades 9 -12
Prerequisite: none
Major Outcomes: Explore rich cultural foods from all over the world.
Instructional Focus: Students will plan and prepare foods of
particular cultural interest.
Projects, activities, etc.: Cultural food labs and involvement with
the International Culture Fair
Fees: $20 to cover the cost of food and supplies
FASHION PLUS 1 semester
Intended Audience: Grades 9 -12
Prerequisite: none
Major Outcomes: Have you always wanted to learn how to sew, or
improve your existing sewing skills? This class will teach you the basics
and provide you the opportunity to develop your creativity with fabric and
sewing tools. These are skills that you will be able to use throughout
your lifetime! Students will learn how to make a simple home accessory
and make a couple items of clothing.
Instructional Focus: Sewing and fashion design
Projects, activities, etc.: Sew a home accessory item and. New sewing
machines will be used on these projects.
Fees: Approximately $20 to cover the cost of project supplies
Intended Audience: Grades 10-12
Prerequisite: Application and interview
Major Outcomes: This class is the first half of a two-year, two-year,
career-building program for high school students. ProStart is a
program sponsored by the National Restaurant Association Education
Foundation. Throughout a two-year period, students study in the
classroom, participate in mentored work experiences, and test their skills
in local and national competitions. At the end of each yearlong program,
students take a national exam and earn an electronic certificate which
recognizes successful completion of the program. Students are eligible
to earn special scholarships and college credit from colleges and
universities. It also opens the door to a vibrant and growing industry.
Instructional Focus: ProStart students spend two years in the
classroom mastering the fundamental management and culinary skills
they will need for success in the hospitality industry. Students can expect
to participate in related lab activities and a variety of assignments.
Projects, activities, etc.: Topics, field trips and labs include (where
applicable): introduction to the restaurant and foodservice industry, food
and workplace safety, professionalism, understanding recipe standards,
equipment and techniques, soups, stocks, sauces, communication,
management essentials, fruits and vegetables, serving your guests,
potatoes and grains, building a successful career in the industry.
Fees: $40 to cover the cost of food and supplies
ADVANCED CULINARY ARTS A & B FULL YEAR
Intended Audience: Grades 11-12
Prerequisite: Introduction to Culinary Arts
Major Outcomes: This class is the second half of a two-year, two-year,
career-building program for high school students. ProStart is a
program sponsored by the National Restaurant Association Education
Foundation. Throughout a two-year period, students study in the
classroom, participate in mentored work experiences, and test their skills
in local and national competitions. At the end of each yearlong program,
students take a national exam and earn an electronic certificate which
recognizes successful completion of the program. Students are eligible
to earn special scholarships and college credit from colleges and
universities. It also opens the door to a vibrant and growing industry.
Instructional Focus: ProStart students spend two years in the
classroom mastering the fundamental management and culinary skills
they will need for success in the hospitality industry. Students can expect
to participate in related lab activities and a variety of assignments.
Projects, activities, etc.: Topics, field trips and labs include (where
applicable): introduction to the restaurant and foodservice industry, food
and workplace safety, professionalism, understanding recipe standards,
equipment and techniques, soups, stocks, sauces, communication,
management essentials, fruits and vegetables, serving your guests,
potatoes and grains, building a successful career in the industry.
Fees: $40 to cover the cost of food and supplies
 LANGUAGE A: ENGLISH & LITERARY ARTS
IB-MYP LANG A: ENGLISH 9A & 9B Full Year (Year 4: 9th
Grade)
**Required for graduation**
Intended Audience: Grade 9
Prerequisite: none
Major Outcomes:
Ability to comprehend, interpret, and evaluate ideas and information
from a variety of texts
Recognize and apply the structures and features of oral language to
convey and derive meaning
Familiarity with contemporary and classic texts in Amer. literature
Preparedness for GRAD Writing Test
Instructional Focus: Discussion, group activities, individual
work, note-taking. Poetry, mythology, short story, novel and
non-fiction.
Projects, activities, etc.: Projects include personal portfolios,
essays, journals, presentations, original poetry and short stories.
IB-MYP LANG A: ADV. ENGLISH 9A & 9B Full Year (Year
4: Grade 9)
Intended Audience: Grade 9 advanced students
Prerequisites/Selection Process: Successful completion of
English 8 is required. Teacher recommendation is required.
Major Outcomes:
Familiarity with contemporary and classic texts in Amer. Literature
Clarity and refinement in writing skills
Ability to analyze fiction and nonfiction texts
Preparedness for the GRAD Writing Test
Strong critical thinking skills
Analysis from multiple perspectives
Instructional Focus: Discussion, group work, lecture, individual
activities
Projects, activities, etc.: Persuasive essay, Poetry portfolio,
Poetry Recitation, Characterization project, Research paper,
Independent Reading project, various others
IB-MYP LANG A: ENGLISH 10A & 10B Full Year (Year 5:
Grade 10)
**Required for graduation**
Intended Audience: Grade 10
Prerequisite: English 9
Major Outcomes:
Familiarity with various texts in American literature
Clarity and refinement in writing skills
Ability to analyze fiction and nonfiction texts
Preparedness for the MCA reading test
Instructional Focus: Discussion, group work, lecture, individual
activities
Projects, activities, etc.: Persuasive essay, poetry portfolio,
characterization project, research paper, independent reading
project, and various others.
IB-MYP LANG A: ADV. ENGLISH 10A & 10B Full Year (Year
5: Grade 10)
Intended Audience: Grade 10 advanced students
Prerequisite: English 9 and teacher recommendation are
required.
Major Outcomes:
Familiarity with contemporary and classic texts in American
literature
Ability to analyze and apply literary terms to fiction and nonfiction
texts
Preparedness for the MCA Reading test
Strong critical thinking and higher level questioning skills
Analysis from multiple perspectives
Familiarity with the writing process
Clarity and refinement of writing skills
Instructional Focus: Discussion, group work, lecture, individual
activities, Socratic Seminar
Projects, activities, etc.: Expository essays, poetry portfolio,
poetry recitation, characterization projects, research paper,
independent reading project, and various others
ENGLISH 11A & 11B Full Year
**Required for graduation**
Intended Audience: Grade 11
Prerequisite: English 10
Major Outcomes: Students will review and establish
competence in the basic skills related to writing and literature.
Students will prepare for post-high school experiences and
entrance exams.
Instructional Focus: Multi-cultural literature, novel, short
stories, literature circles, group work, individual work based on
writing and reading.
Projects, activities, etc.: Contemporary literature from around
the world paired with literature and writing activities
English 12 A& B - Full Year
Intended Audience: Grade 12
Prerequisite: English 11
Major Outcomes: Improvement of identified skills necessary for
entry into a post-secondary institution or career success.
Students focus on reading, writing and research during both
semesters.
Instructional Focus: Targeted approach to reading and writing
skills needed for college or career success.
Projects, activities, etc.: Lit circles, reader response, literary
analysis, essays, etc.
IB DIPLOMA PROGRAME ENGLISH HL A & B-
TWO-YEAR COURSE
Intended Audience: Grades 11 & 12
Major Outcomes: In this course students will study literature
that requires them to articulate what they think they know, and
asks them to challenge this knowledge through discussion
and debate. Students need to be able to analyze multiple
interpretations of the text, as well as look at it from
various perspectives. Through this they will strive to
comprehend the world of the text, their own worlds and the
world beyond them. The range of texts studied is broad in
order that students grow to appreciate the variety and
complexity of language.
Instructional Focus: Students will develop skills in literary
criticism, strong powers of written and oral expression, an
open-mindedness towards cultural differences and an
appreciation of the value of literature.
Projects, activities, etc.: Students must complete IB Internal &
External Assessments such as written and oral commentaries,
essays and final exams.
**This is a two-year course. While you may register to only
take the first year, you will not take the external
assessment and cannot receive the IB certificate in this
subject.
COLLEGE IN THE SCHOOLS
Intro to Literature: Poetry, Drama, Narrative - 1 semester
Offered Semester 2 Only
Intended Audience: Grade 12 only
Prerequisite: English 1001W is an intensive U of M humanities
course requiring substantial reading, writing, and critical
thinking. Students enrolling in ENGL 1001W must be high
school seniors.
Students must also meet at least ONE of the following additional
qualifications:
Have a cumulative GPA in previously-taken English
courses that exceeds a 3.25, OR
Demonstrate to the CIS instructor the reading and
writing skills necessary for success in the course, OR
Have a demonstrated passion for reading and writing
about literature, OR
Are in the top 20% of their high school class.
Major Outcomes: Students will make connections to other
literature, to their own experiences, & to the real world.
Students will interpret literature from a variety of critical
perspectives.
Instructional Focus: In-depth discussion and writing about
texts applying a variety of critical lenses.
Projects, activities, etc.: This is a highly rigorous writing and
reading intensive course. We read a new text about every two
weeks. There are three literary analysis prompts to respond to
each week, an annotated bibliography due at mid semester, a
final literary analysis portfolio, a literary experience paper,
quizzes, some informal in-class assignments and projects, and
graded discussion each week.
COLLEGE IN THE SCHOOLS
Writing Studio 1201 - 1 semester
Offered Semester 1 Only
Intended Audience: Grade 12 only
Prerequisite: Students enrolling in Writing Studio should have a
GPA of 3.0 or better; show a pattern of consistent attendance at
school; pass MN MCA exams in reading and/or have a teacher
recommendation; and be a senior in high school.
Major Outcomes: Introduction to and practice of writing
process. Academic genres. Critical reading, rhetorical analysis
for principles of audience, purpose, and argumentative
strategies. Formal assignments: summary/analytical writing,
source-based writing.
Instructional Focus: WRIT 1201 introduces students to
general writing strategies encountered at the college level.
Through frequent practice and feedback, students learn to see
writing as a tool for learning and a vehicle for expression of
ideas and informed views. Students also learn a working
vocabulary for discussing writing. Typical assignments include
informal writing derived from personal experience, response to
readings, analysis and evaluation of sources on the web and in
print, and formal papers that increasingly make use of sources
as well as close reading of texts. The course emphasizes the
LANGUAGE ACQUISITION: French & Spanish
IB-MYP LANG B: FRENCH 2A & 2B FULL YEAR (Year 4: 9th
Grade)
Intended Audience: Students in grades 9-12
Prerequisites/Selection Process: Successful completion of
French 1 with a C or higher
Major Outcomes: Students will increase their ability to
understand and speak French through the introduction of
additional vocabulary related to fashion, homes, traveling, as
well as refining their grammar. The amount of reading for
comprehension and writing is increased. Students gain
additional insights into the culture of the countries where the
language is spoken through reading and listening activities.
Instructional Focus: Speaking, listening, writing, and reading
in French
Projects, activities, etc.:Paired/group activities/communicative
activities such as information gaps, games, projects, interviews,
and surveys, Total Physical Response Storytelling, Role-plays,
Fashion show, Journal entries and multiple paragraph essays,
Grammar and vocabulary drills, Reading authentic texts for
understanding, Listening to authentic sources for understanding,
French music and films
IB-MYP: FRENCH 3A & 3B FULL YEAR (Year 5: 10 Grade) th
Intended Audience: Students in grades 10-12
Prerequisites/Selection Process: Successful completion of
French 2 with a C or higher
Major Outcomes: Students should attain intermediate
proficiency in listening, writing, reading, and speaking in French.
The amount of reading and writing is increased. Students gain
additional insights into the culture of the countries where the
language is spoken through authentic resources.
Instructional Focus: Speaking, listening, writing, and reading
in French.
Projects, activities, etc.: Pair/group activities such as
information gaps, games, projects, interviews, and surveys,
Role-plays, Demonstration speech, Journal entries, Grammar
and vocabulary drills, Reading longer texts, Listening to more
complex authentic sources, Writing three-five paragraph essays
in French, French music and films
active practice of writing, from gathering ideas for a paper,
through the drafting of papers, to careful editing.
Projects, activities, etc.: Essays of varying lengths, as well as
one longer research paper.
IB DIPLOMA PROGRAMME -FRENCH HL/SL A & B
FULL YEAR
Intended Audience: Students in grades 11-12
Prerequisites: Successful completion of French 3 with a C or
higher
In DP French, students utilize and develop their language skills
to examine important issues in our global society such as
childrens rights, responsible use of our natural environment,
access to medical care, and the representation of beauty in the
media. By the end of this course, students will be able to
successfully communicate in French with native speakers,
understand media from Francophone countries, and study other
subjects in French. This course should be considered by those
planning to attend a four-year college, those who hope to study
languages, cultures, international relations or business, those
who plan to travel internationally, and those who enjoy learning
about other perspectives.
Instructional Focus: Advanced study of French via the four
modalities: Speaking, listening, writing, and reading. History,
literature, music, and culture across the French-speaking world.
Projects, activities, etc.: Accessing French and Francophone
articles, websites, poetry, film, and other media provide students
with a comparison to our own language and cultural take on
these issues. Students must complete an IB internal
assessment and the external assessment at the end of the
course (final exam).
IB-MYP - SPANISH 2A & 2B FULL YEAR (Year 4: 9th Grade)
Intended Audience: Grades 9 - 12
Prerequisites: Successful completion of Spanish 1 w/ a C or
higher
Major Outcomes: Students build on their communicative
competence of Spanish and learn more academic Spanish by
studying sophisticated grammatical structures in Spanish,
reading longer texts in Spanish, and completing more complex
speaking & listening tasks.
Instructional Focus: Listening, speaking, reading, and writing
while developing cultural sensitivity.
Projects, activities, etc.: Partner Activities, Small-Group Work,
Quizzes, Exams, Movies, Spanish Music, Role-plays, Projects
IB-MYP - SPANISH 3A & 3B FULL YEAR (Year 5: 9th Grade)
Intended Audience: Grades 10 - 12
Prerequisites: Successful completion of Spanish 2 w/ a C or
higher
Major Outcomes: Students gain greater command of the
written and spoken language. Students will reinforce and build
on previously learned skills in speaking, listening, reading, and
writing through the study of cultural topics, current events,
songs, art, film, and literature. Spanish 3A will focus mostly on
oral-performance activities, while 3B moves into an interactive
telenovela view experience that focuses on listening and
discussion skills and the cultural importance of this genre of
media.
Instructional Focus: Listening, speaking, reading, and writing
while developing cultural sensitivity.
Projects, activities, etc.: Partner Activities, Small-Group Work,
Quizzes, Exams, Movies, Spanish Music, Role-plays, Project
IB DIPLOMA PROGRAMME SPANISH HL/SL A & B
TWO-YEAR COURSE
Prerequisites: Successful completion of Spanish 3 with a C or
better
Major Outcomes: In DP Spanish HL, students refine their
ability to communicate in Spanish through activities that
integrate reading, writing, speaking and listening skills. They
increase their understanding of the Spanish- speaking world
through the study of a variety of topics, including environment,
health, social issues, popular culture, and politics. Students will
learn about Spanish-speaking cultures and develop
international-mindedness by reading literary selections from a
variety of genres and by reading and reporting on current issues
from authentic news sources, including periodicals and the
Internet.
Instructional Focus: Focused grammar study and vocabulary
building activities are used to help students enhance their
overall control of the language. Film and video with native
speakers are used to help students improve their listening and
speaking proficiency. Writing tasks will ensure students receive
practice in writing for a variety of purposes and audiences, thus
allowing them to use different registers, vocabulary sets,
grammar constructions, and cultural knowledge appropriate to
the situation or context.
Projects, Activities, etc.: Communication-based tasks, such as
role-plays, paired conversations, pronunciation practice, and
discussions of course topics support the language learning
process.
**Even though this is a two-year course, senior students, may
still register for just one year. Successful completion of the
course by seniors (1 year) will result in a school certificate. The
IB Diploma & Certificate are not available for students beginning
this course in 12th grade. Students must complete an IB internal
assessment and the external assessment at the end of the
course (final exam).
 English Learners (EL)
The EL program at BCHS serves the needs of students who need further development of their proficiency in Standard American
English for social and academic purposes. The program provides language services that will prepare students for mainstream
classes and support their academic success.

Any student whose native language is not Standard American English will be given placement tests upon registration. The EL
staff creates a schedule for students based on placement test results, transcripts, and other relevant academic information.
Placement in classes, whether EL or mainstream, is determined by:
English proficiency on placement tests, as demonstrated in EL classes and/or mainstream classes, and standardized tests. (In
general, at least a Level 3 reading score on the Test of Emerging Academic English is required for placement in mainstream core
academic classes, such as science, social studies, and English.)
Academic history (completed courses)
Teacher feedback and recommendations

ELVOCABULARY DEVELOPMENT 1A & B FULL YEAR General science concepts

(Year 4: 9th Grade)
Intended Audience: Grades 7 - 12
Prerequisites: Beginning Level 1
Major Outcomes: Students will develop basic vocabulary and
communicative competencies in English.
Instructional Focus: Instruction will focus on the acquisition of
basic vocabulary and communication practice. Although
speaking and listening skills are the primary focus, reading and
writing are also stressed.
Projects, activities, etc.: Students will participate in class
discussions, practice dialogues, and work with leveled reading
materials. Students learning will be assessed through a variety
of differentiated assessments.
ELLITERACY A & B FULL YEAR (Year 4: 9th Grade)
Intended Audience: Grades 7- 12
Prerequisites: Beginning Level 1
Major Outcomes: Students will develop basic skills in reading
and writing.
Instructional Focus: Students will learn basic vocabulary
specific to different readings, as well as practice grammar
elements. Students will demonstrate their learning to literature
through writing.
Projects, activities, etc.: Students will read leveled texts.
Students will be given opportunities to write, focusing on
sentence structure. Students learning will be assessed through
a variety of differentiated assessments.
EL SCIENCE A & B FULL YEAR (Year 4: 9th Grade)
Intended Audience: Grades 7 - 12
Prerequisites: Students who are developing (level 2) in reading
and writing
Major Outcomes: Students will be prepared to continue on to
mainstream science.
Instructional Focus:
Vocabulary and application of terms
Preparation for mainstream science through note
taking, bell work, concept maps, summaries, main
ideas
Projects, activities, etc.: learning concepts through art
projects, videos and experiments
EL BASIC SKILLS MATH A & B FULL YEAR (Year 1: 6th
Grade)
Intended Audience: Grades 7 - 12
Prerequisites/Selection Process: Beginning Level 1
Major Outcomes: Students will be able to perform basic math
computations: addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
Students will develop literacy skills and acquire math
vocabulary.
Instructional Focus: Acquisition of both basic math skills and
literacy in math. Additional focus will be on vocabulary specific
to mathematics.
Projects, activities, etc.: Time both in class and outside of
class to practice computations, reading, and problem solving.
EL PRE-ALGEBRA A & B FULL YEAR (Year 2: 7th Grade)
Intended Audience: Grades 7 - 12
Prerequisites: ELL Basic Skills Math
Major Outcomes: Students will become proficient in algebraic
concepts while strengthening prerequisite math skills.
Instructional Focus: Introduction of integers and algebraic
concepts to develop algebraic thinking skills. Instruction will
provide opportunities to access basic math skills incorporating
remediation and intervention activities.
Projects, activities, etc.: Time inside and outside of class to
work on exercises that practice algebraic concepts and problem
solving. Formative and summative assessments will be used to
assess student learning.
EL ENGLISH 9/10 A & B FULL YEAR (Year 5: 10th Grade)
Intended Audience: Grade 9 - 12
Prerequisites: Vocabulary Development 1
Major Outcomes: Students will increase literacy skills and
prepare for both state standardized testing and mainstream
English classes.
Instructional Focus: This course is designed to improve
reading and writing skills emphasizing related vocabulary and
grammar constructs through literature.
Projects, activities, etc.: Students will be completing writing
assignments and reading projects associated with the literature
read inside and outside of class. Formative and summative
assessments will be used to assess student learning.
EL INDIVIDUALS & SOCIETIES A & B(LEVEL 2 3)
FULL YEAR (Civics or American History) (Year 4:Grade 9)
(Year 5: Grade 10)
Intended Audience: Grades 9 - 12
Prerequisites/Selection Process: Students who are advanced
(Level 2) in reading and writing.
Major Outcomes: Students will become proficient in concepts
related to mainstream social studies classes.
Instructional Focus: General social studies concepts including
introduction of vocabulary and application of terms associated
with content area.
Projects, activities, etc.: Preparation for mainstream social
studies classes through note taking, bell work, graphic
organizers, and summative assessments.
EL HUMANITIES A & B (LEVEL 1) FULL YEAR
Intended Audience: Grades 7 - 12
Prerequisites/Selection Process: Beginning (Level 1)
Major Outcomes: Students will become proficient in concepts
related to world and United States Geography, as well as
concepts related to responsibilities within various communities.
Instructional Focus: General geography concepts including
map reading, landforms, continents and oceans, as well as
familiarity with the 50 United States. General concepts include
communities, time and routines, transportation, and producing
and providing goods. Emphasis will be placed on vocabulary
and application of terms associated with content area.
Projects, activities, etc.: Preparation for mainstream
humanities classes through map, graphs, chart reading
interventions and communities. Students will be researching
and learning to use the Internet to create projects associated
with content area and vocabulary application.
 INDIVIDUALS AND SOCIETIES
IB-MYP CIVICS A & B Full Year (Year 4: 9th Grade)
**Required for graduation**
Intended Audience: 9th Grade
Prerequisites/Selection Process: None
Major Outcomes: Students will learn about United States,
state, and local government.
Instructional Focus: Students will look at how government
affects them, and how they can be involved in change through
our government.
Projects, activities, etc.: Simulations, group work, discussion,
research projects, lecture, written assignments
IB-MYP ADVANCED CIVICS A & B Full Year (Year 4: 9th
Grade)
Intended Audience: 9th Grade
Prerequisites/Selection Process: Students interested in the
Honors option must complete an application. Please see your
current Social Studies teacher for this form.
Major Outcomes: Students will learn about United States,
state, and local government.
Instructional Focus: Students will look at how government
affects them, and how they can be involved in change through
our government. Students in the Honors section will work at an
accelerated pace and will produce more written work than the
other Civics sections.
Projects, activities, etc.: Simulations, group work, discussion,
research projects, lecture, written assignments
IB-MYP AMERICAN HISTORY A &B full year (Year 5: 10th
Grade)
**Required for graduation**
Intended Audience: 10th Grade
Prerequisites/Selection Process: None
Major Outcomes: Students will meet the Minnesota State
Standards for American History 9-12.
Instructional Focus: Students will cover the following topic
areas during American History A: Early Native People,
Colonization, the Revolutionary War, American Politics, Slavery,
Expansionism, Foreign Policy, the Civil War, and
Reconstruction. Students will continue learning about the
following topic areas during American History B: Industrialism,
Progressivism, Isolationism, WWI, the Roaring 20s, the
Depression Era, WWII, Civil Rights, Foreign Policy, the Cold
War, and current events of the late 20th / early 21st century.
Projects, activities, etc.: This class will be taught using
research projects, simulations, group work, discussion, lecture,
written assignments, PowerPoint presentations, debates,
interactive websites, Internet searches, and 5 paragraph essays
along with thesis papers.
IB-MYP ADVANCED AMERICAN HISTORY A &B Full Year
(Year 5: 10th grade)
**Required for graduation**
Intended Audience: 10th Grade
Prerequisites/Selection Process: Teacher recommendation or
application
Major Outcomes: Students will meet the Minnesota State
Standards for American History 9-12.
Instructional Focus: Students will cover the following topic
areas during American History A: Early Native People,
Colonization, the Revolutionary War, American Politics, Slavery,
Expansionism, Foreign Policy, the Civil War, and
Reconstruction. Students will continue learning about the
following topic areas during American History B: Industrialism,
Progressivism, Isolationism, WWI, the Roaring 20s, the
Depression Era, WWII, Civil Rights, Foreign Policy, the Cold
War, and current events of the late 20th / early 21st century.
Projects, activities, etc.: Research projects, simulations, group
work, discussion, presentations, debates, interactive websites,
etc. Advanced students have more independent work, more
writing, and must organize/manage their work outside of class.
WORLD STUDIES A& B Full Year
**Required for graduation**
Intended Audience: 10th-11th Grade
Prerequisites/Selection Process: none
Major Outcomes: Students will meet the Minnesota State
standards for World History (3000 B.C. to present).
Instructional Focus: This course will trace human history from
the cradles of civilization to modern events in order to provide
students with an understanding and appreciation for the world
and its peoples. Students will learn about western and non-
western traditions and beliefs, while exploring both physical and
human geography.
Projects, activities, etc: Five paragraph essays, geospatial
technology business model, primary source analysis,
performance tasks, thesis construction and world place
locations and physical features of the world.
PSYCHOLOGY 1 semester
Intended Audience: 11th or 12th Grade
Prerequisites/Selection Process: None
Major Outcomes: This course is a survey of the different
psychological schools of thought, and looks to explain human
behavior.
Instructional Focus: Students will learn basic concepts relating
to neurobiology, cognitive and social psychology, personality
theories, psychoanalysis, and abnormal personality disorders.
Projects, activities, etc.: Research projects, debate, group
work, discussion, lecture, written assignments
IB DIPLOMA PROGRAMME HISTORY OF AMERICAS-ARAB
ISRAELI CONFLICT (1945-1979) HL
TWO-YEAR COURSE
Prerequisites/Selection: American History w/ a C or better
Intended Audience: 11th& 12th Grade
Major Outcomes: History is more than the study of the old and
out-of-date. It is the process of recording, reconstructing and
interpreting the past through the investigation of a variety of
sources. Students will explore in-depth 20th century issues and
events as they build a better understanding of themselves and
others in relation to the world, both past and present.
Instructional Focus: Within the DP History of the Americas,
both the students and the instructors goal is to promote an
understanding of history as a discipline, including the nature and
diversity of its sources, methods and interpretations.
Projects, activities, etc.: There will be a variety of texts/
readings, simulations, and the creation of original written and
media related works. Students will also complete IB internal and
external assessments.
**Though seniors may register for the course for one year, they
will not complete the IB assessments and cannot earn the IB
Diploma/Certificate.
IB- DIPLOMA PROGRAMME THEORY OF KNOWLEDGE
TWO YEAR COURSE*
Intended Audience: 11th& 12th Grade
Prerequisites/Selection Process: This is a required course for
DP students. It takes place during Advisory but also results in an
elective credit towards graduation.
Major Outcomes: This course will culminate in a 10 minute oral
presentation and extended piece of writing; all instruction is
meant to prepare a student to think critically and perform these
two tasks.
Instructional Focus: Students will learn how to think critically
about Ways of KnowingLanguage, Reason, Sense
Perception, and Emotionand Areas of Knowledgethe Arts,
Human Sciences, Natural Sciences, History, Ethics, and
Mathematics.
Projects, activities, etc.: Reflection essays, research-based
papers, oral presentations, debate, Socratic Seminars, and daily
discussions
SOCIOLOGY 1 semester
**Required for graduation**
Intended Audience: 12th Grade
Prerequisites/Selection Process: None
Major Outcomes: Students will learn the basic concepts,
principles, and practices of human interaction.
Instructional Focus: Students will analyze how factors like
race, gender, social class, culture, and socialization affect a
persons life and prospects.
Projects, activities, etc.: Research projects, essays, group
work, analysis of current social issues.
ECONOMICS 1 semester
**Required for graduation**
Intended Audience: 12th Grade
Prerequisites/Selection Process: Only offered to students in
12th Grade.
Major Outcomes: Students will meet the Minnesota State
Standards for Economics grade 9-12.
Instructional Focus: Students will cover the following topics in
Economics: the basics / definitions of Micro and Macro-
Economics, supply, demand, GDP, the stock market / investing,
economic history, global economic policy, current events, types
of economic structures, bankruptcy, market structures in
business, and consumerism.
Projects, activities, etc.: Research projects, simulations, group
work, interactive websites, PowerPoint presentations,
discussion, lecture, written assignments, internet searches, the
stock market game and the 12th Grade Stock Market Portfolio.
 MATHEMATICS
IB-MYP INTERMEDIATE ALGEBRA 1A & 1B - FULL YEAR
(Year 3: 8th Grade)
Intended Audience: Grades 8-12
Prerequisite: Math 8A & 8B
Major Outcomes:
Work with measures of central tendency, axioms of
equality, solving and graphing equations, and solving
systems of equations.
Begin to work with polynomials, exponents, radicals,
and quadratics.
Instructional Focus: Discussion, group work, individual work
Projects, activities, etc.: Experiments
IB-MYP GEOMETRY A & B - FULL YEAR (Year 5: 10th Grade)
Intended Audience: Grades 9 -12
Prerequisite: Algebra 1A & 1B
Major Outcomes:
Build a good foundation in geometry with respect to
two and three dimensions.
Topics include constructions, congruent and similar
triangles, polygons, transformations, circles, area and
volumes.
Instructional Focus: Discussion, lecture, group work, individual
work
Projects, activities, etc.: Geometers Sketchpad
ALGEBRA 2A & 2B - FULL YEAR
Intended Audience: Grades 10 -12
Prerequisite: Algebra 1A & 1B and Geometry A & B, or
instructor/counselor approval
Major Outcomes:
An extension of topics covered in Algebra 1A & 1B,
including polynomials, exponentials, radicals,
probability, and solving systems of equations
Apply new topics in real-world settings, such as
logarithms, linear programming, number systems,
sequences and series, discrete math, and
trigonometry
Instructional Focus: Discussion, group work, individual work
DP MATH SL 1A & 1B FULL YEAR
Intended Audience: Grades 11 -12
Prerequisite: A grade of a C or better in Algebra 2A & 2B
Major Outcomes:
Understanding the foundations of calculus and the
basics of a college mathematics curriculum
Knowledge of both algebraic and transcendental
elementary functions through symbolic, graphical, and
computational methods
Instructional Focus: Discussion, group work, individual work
Projects, activities, etc.: Experiment with graphing calculators
and computers
DP MATH SL 2A & 2B - FULL YEAR
Intended Audience: Grade 12
Prerequisite: Pre-Calculus A & B and an acceptable grade of a
C or better in Pre-Calculus. Placement to be determined by
guidance and Algebra 2 instructor.
Major Outcomes:
Understanding of the fundamentals of calculus
through numeric, graphical, and symbolic viewpoints
Topics of study are functions, limits, derivatives, and
integrals along with their real world applications.
Instructional Focus: Discussion, group work, individual work
Projects, activities, etc.: Experiment with graphing calculators
IB DP MATH STUDIES A & B SL
TWO YEAR COURSE
Intended Audience: Grades 11 & 12
Prerequisite A grade of a C or better in Algebra 2A & 2B
Major Outcomes: The IB-DP Math Studies course is a college
preparatory math course for students not interested in talking
calculus. Math Studies is required for the IB Diploma and
studies math from an international perspective. The aims of this
course is to enable students to:develop mathematical
knowledge, concepts and principles, develop logical, critical and
creative thinkingemploy and refine their powers of abstraction
and generalization which they will use in the college math
courses.
Instructional Focus: Math Studies students will study in
greater detail the following topics: numbers & algebra, statistics,
functions, geometry and trigonometry. Students will also learn
about sets, logic and probability, differential calculus, and
financial mathematics.
**This is a two-year course. While senior students may
register to only take the first year, they will not take the IB
external assessment and cannot receive a certificate in this
subject. Instead, they will receive a school certificate upon
completion.
 PERFORMING ARTS: Theatre, Dance & Music
IB MYP THEATRE 1 1 semester (Year 4: 9th Grade)
Intended Audience: Grades 9-12
Prerequisites: None
Major Outcomes: Students will gain a general knowledge of
theatre performance and technical theatre. Students will be
introduced to Shakespeare and other forms of theatre like
improv and scene work. There is also an element of social
justice theatre.
Instructional Focus: Will be on group work, acting exercises,
improv, research, discussion, performance creation and more.
Projects: Improv long form and short form, Shakespearian
monologues, scene work, Technical theatre and Social Justice
theatre.
IB- MYP THEATRE 2 1 semester (Year 5: 10th Grade)
Intended Audience: Grades 10-12
Prerequisites: Theatre 1
Major Outcomes: We will study and perform scenes from
classic and contemporary plays of the students choice,
exploring a range of acting and performance styles. Directing,
acting intensive, social justice, physical theater, stage
improvisation.
Instructional Focus: Theatre 2 students will focus on directing
and Acting intensive (movement, combat, masks and more), and
Acting styles (commedia del Arte, mime, modern, and more).
Using acting techniques developed by Stanislavski, Michael
Chekov, Stella Adler, Sanford Meisner, Jerzy Grotowski and
other artists. Directing.
Projects.: Two directing projects, Acting intensive performance,
and two acting styles performance.
THEATRE 3 1 semester
Intended Audience: Grades 11-12
Prerequisites: Theatre 2
Major Outcomes: We will study, direct, and perform scenes
from classic and contemporary plays. This will allow students to
explore a range of acting, directing, and performance styles.
Instructional Focus: Focus will be on learning about
performing, directing, auditioning, creativity, how to be a risk-
taker and deepening all of our theatre skills.
Projects, activities, etc.: Auditioning for college/professional
theatre. Critical analysis by watching each other perform and
professionals perform. Self created theatre project intensive.
Acting and Musical theatre.
THEATRE DESIGN: COSTUMES/MAKE UP 1st semester;
SET/PROPS 2nd semester
IB-MYP BEGINNING DANCE 1 Semester
(Year 4: 9th Grade)
Intended Audience: Grades 9-12
Prerequisites/Selection Process: None
Major Outcomes: Students will develop their
performance and choreography skills in
various dance genres (such as ballet, modern,
Jazz, etc.) They will also begin to focus on
their own choreography and development as
an artist.
Instructional Focus: Students will focus on
utilizing their dance technique and
composition skills for project ideas and for
personal expression.
Projects, activities, etc.: Dance technique,
choreography, small and large group
performances. *Required evening
performances.
IB-MYP GLOBAL DANCE 1 Semester
Intended Audience: Grades 9-12
Prerequisite: None
Major Outcomes: Students will develop their
performance and choreography skills in
various dance genres from around the globe.
Study will include the cultural significance of
the dances and the nations from which they
originate.
Instructional Focus: Students will focus on
utilizing their dance technique and
composition skills for project ideas and for
personal expression.
Projects, activities, etc.: Dance technique,
choreography, small and large group
performances. *Required evening
performances.
IB DIPLOMA PROGRAMME DANCE SL A & B
TWO YEAR COURSE
Intended Audience: Grades 11 & 12
Prerequisites/Selection Process: Instructor Permission.
Major Outcomes: This course focuses on the composition,
performance and analysis of dance, or expressive movement,
which is practiced amongst peoples of various backgrounds,
and for a variety of purposes, throughout the planet. Students
create, participate in, and reflect upon dance forms and styles
from a range of cultures & traditions, both familiar & unfamiliar.
Projects, activities, etc.: Students in this class will
choreograph two-three dance works, either two solos or a solo
and a duet, 6 10 minutes in total. Students choose one of the
dances about which they will write an analytical statement
reflecting upon the process of choreographing the dance. In
addition, students will complete a dance investigation and a
performance component. *Required evening performances.
CENTAUR CHOIR A & B Full Year (Year 5: 10th Grade)
Intended Audience: Grade 9-12
Prerequisites: none
Major Outcomes: Centaur Choir will provide a more advanced
approach to choral music study and performance for any BCHS
student in grades 9-12. A variety of musical styles will be studied
to provide a broad background in large ensemble singing.
Performance of popular and classical music will be a regular
part of these courses. Studies in music theory, sight-reading,
and music history, a varied repertoire of choral literature, and
community performances will combine to provide the broadest
level of musicianship.
Instructional Focus: Vocal technique, basic music skills, music
sight-reading
Projects, activities, etc.: daily rehearsal, theory exercises,
*required evening concert performances
VOICE STUDIO I & II 1 semester each (Year 5: 10 th Grade)
Intended Audience: Grades 10-12
Prerequisites: Instructor Approval
Major Outcomes: This course is designed to provide students
with an opportunity to work intensively on developing their
singing voices in an environment focused on solo and small-
group performance. Unlike regular choir, students will be
working more independently on solo literature, beginning with
classical and moving throughout the year into modern popular
styles. Emphasis is on training the voice to be free and healthy
so that students can perform music in many styles authentically
and without fatigue or injury.
Instructional Focus: The vocal process, diagnosing vocal
dysfunction, technique
Projects, activities, etc.: All students will work on a variety of
solos, duets, trios, & quartets. Students will also be performing
solo material for the rest of the studio class. Studio students will
also have community solo opportunities.
ELECTRONIC MUSIC I & II 1 semester each (Year 4: 10th
Grade)
Intended Audience: Grades 9 - 12
Prerequisites/Selection Process: No prior musical experience
is necessary. Students must successfully complete Electronic
Music I before moving on to Electronic Music II.
Major Outcomes: This course is open to any student who is
interested in learning about recording techniques, song
structure, and computer based composition.
Instructional Focus: Students will work with computer
programs, synthesizers, sound modules, samplers, drum
machines, and recording devices to create contemporary music
while learning about musical forms, basic music theory, and
basic physics of sound.
CONCERT BAND A & B full year (Year 5: 10th Grade)
Intended Audience: Grades 9 - 12
Prerequisites/Selection Process: Students must have at least
two years of instrumental music experience and/or have
successfully completed intermediate band, or by directors
approval.
Major Outcomes: A wide variety of music literature will be
studied and performed at a major concert each term.
Instructional Focus: Fundamentals of advanced musicianship
will be emphasized in each class. All band members are
expected to be involved in an individual lesson experience to
develop personal music understanding, appreciation, playing
techniques, and musicianship.
Projects, activities, etc.: Concerts, lessons, sectionals,
performances, festivals, field trips.
INTRO TO DRUM LINE:
The Drum Line class is the introductory level of the Marching
Percussion program at Brooklyn Center High School. In this
class students will have the opportunity to learn how to read
music notes, rhythms and theory as well as develop the
techniques used in many drum lines world-wide. The specific
aim of the drum line program is to enable students to
communicate effectively through instrumental music and to
understand and value a variety of musical and cultural
expressions throughout life.
Course Objective: By participating in the Brooklyn Center Drum
Line program, students will:
Learn basic skills such as the care of their chosen
instrument, proper playing posture, tone
production, rudiments and playing techniques for
their instrument.
Learn basic music theory and music vocabulary such
as reading and understanding musical notation and
symbols.
Acquire the skills, abilities, understandings and
attitudes necessary to express themselves
 musically as individuals and as members of an
ensemble
.
Perform in at least 1 Concert

Be able to make informed decisions both as producers

and consumers of music

Value and appreciate music from a variety of cultural

and historical contexts and understand the role of
music in daily life.
 VISUAL ARTS
IB-MYP GLOBAL ARTS 1A & 2B1 Semester each (Year 4:
Grade 9)
Intended Audience: Grades 9 -12
Major Outcomes: Students will develop artistic and technical
skills and an understanding of the connection between a visual
artwork, its purpose, and its cultural and historical context.
Instructional Focus: Students will focus on developing artistic
techniques and knowledge of traditional arts and crafts from
around the world.
Global Art Projects: Mandalas, masks, ofrendas, origami,
Notan designs, collage, painting, sculpture.
Draw & Paint Projects: Op-Art, graffiti, abstract paintings,
IB-MYP DRAWING & PAINTING 1A & 2B 1 Semester each
(Year 5: 10th Grade)
Intended Audience: Grades 9 -12
Major Outcomes: Students will develop artistic and technical
drawing and painting skills to create original works of art.
Instructional Focus: Students will build on ideas and concepts
to create art that focuses on each students individual interests.
The historical and cultural background of drawing and painting
will also be studied.
Projects, activities, etc.: Projects will include still life,
landscape, portrait, figure and abstract art. Global Art projects:
mandalas, masks, ofrendas, origami, Notan designs, collage,
painting and sculpture. Draw & Paint Projects: Op-art, graffiti,
abstract paintings.
A variety of media will be used including charcoal, ink, pastel,
colored pencil, acrylic and watercolor paints. Students will learn
how to stretch canvases, mat, frame, and display their artwork.
IB-MYP CERAMICS & SCULPTURE 1A & 2B 1 Semester
each (Year 5: 10th Grade)
Intended Audience: Grades 9 -12
Major Outcomes: Students will learn basic techniques used in
creating 3-dimensional art. The students will use the artistic
process to create original works of art.
Instructional Focus: Students will learn techniques such as
hand-building and wheel-throwing to create functional ceramics.
Sculptural techniques to create original 3-dimensional art will
also be taught. The history, cultural background and social
context of ceramics and sculpture will be explored. Second
semester focus will be on learning advanced ceramics and
sculpture techniques and will work more independently on long-
term projects. Techniques will include additive, subtractive and
assemblage to create original works of art.
Projects, activities, etc.: Projects will include both hand-built
and wheel thrown bowls, vases, mugs, slab construction, etc.
IB DIPLOMA PROGRAMME VISUAL ARTS HL A & B
TWO YEAR COURSE
Intended Audience: Grades 11 &12
Prerequisites: Instructor Permission
Major Outcomes: The Diploma Programme visual arts course
enables students to engage in both practical exploration and
artistic production, and in independent contextual, visual and
critical investigation. The course is designed to enable students
to study visual arts in higher education and also welcomes those
students who seek life enrichment through visual arts.
Instructional Focus: The focus will be on students developing
their creative and critical abilities and to enhance their
knowledge, appreciation and enjoyment of visual arts.
Projects: Students will have the opportunity to explore a variety
of artistic media including painting, drawing, printmaking, clay,
and mixed media.
**This is a two-year course. While seniors may register to only
take the first year, they will not take the IB external assessment
and cannot receive an IB certificate or diploma.
COLLEGE IN THE SCHOOLS VISUAL ART 1A & 2B Full
Year
Intended Audience: Grades 11 &12
Prerequisites: Instructor Permission
Major Outcomes: The visual arts course enables students to
engage in both practical exploration and artistic production, and
in independent contextual, visual and critical investigation. The
course is designed to enable students to study visual arts in
higher education and also welcomes those students who seek
life enrichment through visual arts.
Instructional Focus: The focus will be on students developing
their creative and critical abilities and to enhance their
knowledge, appreciation and enjoyment of visual arts.
Projects: Students will have the opportunity to explore a variety
of artistic media including painting, drawing, printmaking, clay,
and mixed media.
**This is a two-year course. While seniors may register to only
take the first year, they will not take the IB external assessment
and cannot receive an IB certificate or diploma.
 PHYSICAL EDUCATION & HEALTH
Projects, activities, etc.: Lab projects, group projects

IB-MYP PHYSICAL EDUCATION 9 1 semester (Year 4: 9th

Grade)
**Required for graduation**
Intended Audience: Grade 9
Prerequisites/Selection Process: Phy Ed 8
Major Outcomes:
Development of skills such as hand - eye coordination,
cardiovascular fitness, physical strength, and the fine motor skills. Developmental/Adapted Physical Education (DAPE)
Pre/Post fitness evaluation 1 semester or full year (Year 4: 9th Grade)
Understand the relationship between fitness, nutrition, and well Intended Audience: This course is designed for those students
being throughout their lifespan
who cannot participate successfully in regular physical
Instructional Focus: education programs because of low motor skills, low fitness,
Introduction to rules and safety handicapping conditions (physical, emotional, psychomotor or
Individual skill development-Pre/Post assessment of knowledge and cognitive) or illness.
skill which involves both individual and team sport activities.
Fees: PE uniform and lock fee ($1.00)
Selection Process: An assessment team, including the D/APE
Specialist, will determine if a student qualifies for D/APE. Such
IB-MYP PHYSICAL EDUCATION 10 1 semester (Year 5:10th students may benefit from support in the mainstream,
Grade) supplemental P.E., part-time or full-time placement in D/APE.
**Required for graduation**
Intended Audience: Grade 10 Major Outcomes: Primary goals of this course are to improve
physical education and social development.
Prerequisites: Phy Ed 9
Major Outcomes: FIELD AND COURT SPORTS 1 semester
Awareness of all three standards-based assessments: cognitive, Intended Audience: Grades 10-12
affective, and psychomotor. Prerequisites/Selection Process: Advanced PE (Phy Ed 10)
Understand the importance of living and maintaining a healthy,
active lifestyle which will be assessed by fitness testing throughout
Major Outcomes:
the school year. Awareness of all three standard based assessments: cognitive,
Understand and develop the necessary skills to be proficient in affective, and psychomotor.
individual fitness and sport activities. Understand the importance of living and maintaining a healthy,
active lifestyle which will be assessed by fitness testing throughout
Instructional Focus: Discussion, Lecture, Drill and practice the school year.
Projects, activities, etc.: Sport specific work packets Understand and develop the necessary skills to be proficient in
individual fitness and sport activities.
Fees: PE uniform and lock fee ($1.00)
Instructional Focus: Discussion, Lecture, Drill and practice
Projects, activities, etc.: Sport specific work packets
SENIOR HIGH HEALTH 1 semester Fees: PE uniform and lock fee ($1.00)
**Required for graduation**
Intended Audience: Grades 11 & 12 INDIVIDUAL RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES
Prerequisites/Selection Process: none Intended Audience: Grades 11 & 12
Major Outcomes: Develop decision making skills that enhance Prerequisites/Selection Process: Advanced PE (Phy Ed 10)
individual, family, and community. The class will focus on health Major Outcomes:
areas such as reducing and preventing the use of tobacco Awareness of all three standard based assessments: cognitive,
drugs, and alcohol, intentional and unintentional injuries, and affective, and psychomotor.
STD/unintentional pregnancies. Understand the importance of living and maintaining a healthy,
active lifestyle which will be assessed by fitness testing throughout
Instructional Focus: Lecture, discussion, group work, the school year.
 Understand and develop the necessary skills to be proficient in
individual fitness and sport activities.
Instructional Focus: Discussion, Lecture, Drill and practice
Projects, activities, etc.: Sport specific work packets
Fees: PE uniform and lock fee ($1.00)
P9OX 1 semester
Intended Audience: Grades 11 & 12
Prerequisites/Selection Process: Phy Ed 10
Major Outcomes: This is a fitness program designed for
individuals with a desire to get in the best physical shape of
their life. The class is designed around the philosophy of
muscle confusion as the way to achieve peak performance.
Instructional Focus: Students will be trained in a variety of
cardio, strength building and flexibility exercises on a daily
basis.
Projects, activities, etc.: Lab projects, qualitative research
STRENGTH & CONDITIONING 1 & 2 1 semester
Intended Audience: Grades 11 & 12
Prerequisites/Selection Process: Successful completion of
Phy. Ed. requirements through t10th grade year.
Major Outcomes: Students will learn and perform the basic
principles of weight training, plyometrics, sprint work, agility
drills, and cardiovascular conditioning.
Instructional Focus: Students will be put through a variety of
training methods on a daily basis.
Fees: Lock Fee ($1.00)
SKILLS FOR LIVING 1 semester
Intended Audience: Grades 11 & 12
Prerequisites/Selection Process: Sr. High Health
Major Outcomes: To enable young people to gain the self-
confidence, good judgment, and social skills needed to cope
with todays challenging world. The student will be able to gain a
general understanding of the skills necessary to build healthy
relationships, families, and marriages.
Instructional Focus: Discussions, Lectures, group and
individual work, power point and other use of media.
Projects, activities, etc.: Lab projects, qualitative research
Fees: Lock fee ($1.00)
 SCIENCE
IB-MYP PHYSICAL SCIENCE 9A & 9B - full year (Year 4: 9th
Grade)
**Required for graduation**
Intended Audience: Grade 9
Prerequisites/Selection Process: none
Major Outcomes: Physical Science 9 is a prerequisite to all
high school science courses.
Instructional Focus: Ninth grade physical science provides
students with an overview of both physics and chemistry.
Science 9A covers the science inquiry process and physics
topics of motion, work and energy, energy resources, sound,
light, and wave theory. Science 9B covers an introduction to
chemistry, properties and states of matter and its changes,
atomic structure, the periodic table, bonding, equations and
reaction types.
Projects, activities, etc.: Energy Alternatives Project/History of
Science Project
IB-MYP BIOLOGY A & B - Full year (Year 5: 10th Grade)
**Required for graduation**
Intended Audience: Grades 10-12
Prerequisites/Selection Process: Physical Science 9A & 9B
Major Outcomes: The MCA- Science test is administered at the
completion of the course. Students must pass the MCA science
test in order to graduate. Students will be able to perform
several laboratory techniques including: gel electrophoresis,
microscopy, Vernier LabQuest and chromatography.
Instructional Focus: Biology provides the introduction to basic
biological techniques and principles. Students will be introduced
to the basics of microbiology, including the use of the
microscope and life functions at the cellular level. The dynamics
of evolution and ecosystems will also be discussed. Genetic
principles will be introduced and studied in detail, including
topics of Mendelian Genetics, chromosomal defects and genetic
mutations.
Projects, activities, etc.: IB Science projects will be completed
each quarter on varying topics such as cells, bacteria, forensics,
and genetics.
IB DIPLOMA PROGRAMME ENVIRONMENTAL SYSTEMS &
SOCIETIES SL A & B- Full Year
Intended Audience: Grade 11 or 12
Major Outcomes: IB Diploma ESS is a college preparatory
science course. Through studying environmental systems and
societies (ESS) students will look at interrelationships between
environmental systems and the societies that live in them.
Special attention is paid to current environmental issues.
Students will evaluate the scientific, ethical and socio-political
aspects of these issues. This course includes an emphasis on
student investigation and inquiry, research, analysis, and
application. Students will communicate their ability to apply,
critique and revise their findings in many ways such as oral,
visual, and written communications. I
Instructional Focus: Topics include: Environmental Systems,
Population and Carrying Capacity, Climate Change, Pollution,
Conservation, & Resource Use
Projects, etc.: The course is focused on practical application
through experiments and simulations. Students complete IB
internal and external assessments.
**This is a one-year course. Incoming seniors can register for
this course and test for the IB certificate.
APPLIED CHEMISTRY A&B full year
Intended Audience: Grades 11 12
Prerequisites/Selection Process: Physical Science 9A & 9B.
Major Outcomes: Students will discover and explore the basics
of chemistry through laboratory experiments and activities. This
course is designed for students who are NOT planning on
entering a four-year college after high school or a science
related field (such as medicine or engineering). This course
will explore the basic ideas of chemistry through a lab-
focused curriculum. In this course most of the assignments
will be completed during the class period.
Instructional Focus: Chemistry is the study of matter. Students
will use both qualitative and quantitative techniques to explore
the composition of substances and the changes they undergo.
Throughout this course, students will discover the basic ideas of
chemistry through their laboratory work. Students will also
develop their ability to investigate research questions and will
continue to develop their abilities to solve real-world scientific
problems. Like all sciences, chemistry gives us a better
understanding of our world.
Projects, activities, etc.: Experiments, lab activities, research
projects and performance labs, which will correspond to the
major topics covered during the semester, will be completed
using accepted scientific methods.
FORENSICS 1 semester
Intended Audience: Grade 12
Prerequisites: Physical Science 9 (full year); Biology (full year)
Major Outcomes: Students will investigate a typical crime
scene and the forensic science associated with investigating the
scene.
Instructional Focus: Students will understand concepts,
theories and principles of Forensic Science including: DNA
fingerprinting, fiber comparison, body decomposition,
entomology, and many more. Techniques used by forensic
scientists will be discussed and practiced when appropriate.
Projects, activities, etc.: Various projects, field trips, guest
speakers etc. will correspond to the units.
CHEMISTRY 1 A&B full year
Intended Audience: Grades 11 12
Prerequisites/Selection Process: Physical Science 9A & 9B.
The student must also have a minimum of a B average in all
their previous math/science classes and a recommendation
from their previous science teacher.
Major Outcomes: Students will discover and explore the
theories of chemistry through laboratory experiments and
activities. This course is designed for students who are
planning on entering a four-year college right after high
school and/or are planning on entering a science related
field (such as medicine or engineering). Students taking
this course will be required to complete their assignments
outside of the class period.
Instructional Focus: Chemistry is the study of matter. Students
will use both qualitative and quantitative techniques to explore
the composition of substances and the changes they undergo.
Throughout this course, students will discover the theories and
principles of chemistry by connecting their laboratory work to the
ideas presented in their chemistry text. Students will develop
their ability to investigate research questions in a lab
environment, will develop their abilities to think critically, and will
continue to develop their abilities to solve real-world scientific
problems. Like all sciences, chemistry gives us a better
understanding of our world.
Projects, activities, etc.: Experiments, lab activities, research
projects and performance labs, which will correspond to the
major topics covered during the semester, will be completed
using accepted scientific methods.
CHEMISTRY 2 A&B full year
Intended Audience: Grades 11-12
Prerequisites/Selection Process: Completion of Chemistry 1 A
& B with grades of A or B and a recommendation from the
students Chemistry 1 teacher.
Major Outcomes: Students will continue to discover and
explore the theories of chemistry through laboratory
experiments and activities. Students will also continue to expand
their ability to investigate research questions, solve real-world
scientific problems, and to think critically.
Instructional Focus: This course is a continuation of Chemistry
1. In Chemistry 2 the student will discover and explore some of
the more advanced topics found in a high school chemistry
class. Many of the experiments in this course will be completed
using electronic data collection sensors.
Projects, activities, etc.: Experiments, lab activities, research
projects and performance labs, which will correspond to the
major topics covered during the semester, will be completed
using accepted scientific methods.
CONTEMPORARY ISSUES IN SCIENCE - 1 semester
Intended Audience: Grade 12
Prerequisites/Selection Process: Physical Science 9A & 9B
Major Outcomes: Students will learn how to research current
issues in science.
Instructional Focus: This course will help you to understand
current and future science issues. The primary emphasis of this
course will be the understanding of both sides of these complex
issues. This course is a "must" for all future citizens in a
complex and changing world. Potential topics include: ozone
depletion, the right - to - die, biogenetic engineering, cryonics,
cloning, energy alternatives, overpopulation, global warming,
reproductive technologies and the space program.
Projects, activities, etc.: Projects correspond to topics covered
in class and change yearly.
CIS ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY Full Year
Intended Audience: Grade 12
Prerequisites/Selection Process: Successful completion of
Biology A & B with a B average.
Major Outcomes: Students will obtain a basic knowledge of the
anatomy each body system and its function.
Instructional Focus: Students will be introduced to the basics
of human anatomy and physiology. All of the body systems will
be discussed and labs that correspond to those systems will be
performed. Also included in the class is terminology that relates
to the corresponding systems. Students will perform a
dissection of a fetal pig to examine structures and systems that
were studied during the course.
Projects, activities, etc.: Projects will correspond to the units
covered in class.
PHYSICS A & B Full Year
Intended Audience: Grades 11-12
Prerequisites/Selection Process: Physical Sciences 9A & 9B,
Biology A & B, B average in Algebra 2A & 2B or teacher
permission.
Major Outcomes: Students will build on skills learned in
Physical Science 9A. Major topics will include: analysis of
motion, vectors, forces, gravity, projectiles, momentum, waves,
sound, light, optics, electricity, and magnetism.
Instructional Focus: Physics is a mathematical analysis of the
interrelationship between matter and energy. Students will be
introduced to physics through a variety of experiments,
demonstrations, and the solution of practical and interesting
problems. A primary focus of this class is to develop logical
thinking skills and creative problem solving techniques. Students
SPECIAL EDUCATION
FUNCTIONAL ACADEMICS: In this class, students will learn
skills they will use for the rest of their lives. For example, in
Reading class, the students will learn to read signs, such as
stop, go, restroom; read a recipe, etc.). In Math class, students
will learn about money, grocery shopping, making change, and
budgeting. The students also learn health (grooming, oral
hygiene, planning healthy meals).
MOVING WITH MATH: Standards based math instruction from
grades 1 thru Algebra. It is a yearlong program designed around
three principal features: a standards based assessment and
learning system, a conceptually based instructional model, and
exceptional instructional support. Each Moving with Math grade
level set has manipulatives for the students to learn the
concepts better.
READ 180: Read 180 is a comprehensive, research-based
reading intervention program for students in grades 6-8. In
READ 180, students engage with and evaluate texts across a
range of types and disciplines with a strong emphasis on
informational text and consider multiple perspectives that
represent a variety of periods, cultures, and viewpoints. The
students rotate between 3 sessions computer, small-group
instruction, and modeled and independent reading.
taking physics must have a strong math aptitude and have
completed Algebra II prior to enrolling in physics.
FUSION: Fusion Reading is a comprehensive, research-based
reading intervention program for students in grades 9-12. The
flexible, multi-year program provides struggling adolescent
students the skills they need to quickly become fluent,
competent, and confident readers. Students learn to read
award-winning books that are relevant to their lives and the
problems they face.
TRANSITIONS: In transition classes, students learn skills that
will help them go from school to adult life. The services depend
on the students needs and interests. The class helps students
with everything from work to school to fun. A student can get
help to go to college or another school after high school.
Transition classes also help students learn job skills, help
students get jobs, help students find a place to live, and to be
part of their community.
WORK EXPLORATION: Students participating in the
Community Based Vocational Training program gain valuable
work experience and improve social, communication and work-
related skills, which are all essential skills for success in life. The
goal of the Community Based Vocational Training Program is to
allow students exposure and experience in work settings that
will help them make good decisions about their future
employment.
 TECHNOLOGY & MEDIA ARTS
IB-MYP COMPUTER ANIMATION 1 & 2 - 1 semester each (Year 4)
Intended Audience: Grades 9 - 12
Prerequisite: none
Major Outcomes: In this course students will learn how to
create computer animations using Adobe Flash. Students will
also learn how to develop their story telling skills through
concept development and story boarding.
Instructional Focus: Graphic Design.
Projects, activities, etc.: Major projects include basic action
scripting and interactive animations.
IB-DIPLOMA DESIGN TECHNOLOGY SL A & B - Full Year
Intended Audience: Grade 11 or 12
Prerequisite: Completion of Graphic Arts 9 and Multimedia 10
with a grade of C or better
Major Outcomes: Diploma Programme design tech is the
capstone technology course intended for students interested in
a design, which is based on a model of learning that
incorporates knowledge, skills and design principles in problem-
solving contexts, while at the same time maximizing the use of
local and readily available resources experiences and to
approach problems with the appropriate skills and the relevant
techniques to identify the important. The design cycle is at the
core of the course, and it is expected that students will use this
process in the practical investigative work as well as in the
theory. Students use the design cycle to explore various modes,
methods, and media of design and production.
Instructional Focus: Students examine many topics that study
how products are designed and produced. The first semester
has an exploration and identified curriculum focus while the
second semester is focused on a group and individual design
project. Special attention is paid to developing professional skills
necessary for career success.
Projects, activities, etc.: Two large, semester-long projects
where students use the design cycle to identify a problem,
research solutions, and design a product to meet the need.
Students have some flexibility in their choice of topics but all
topics have a technology, graphics or art focus.
Students will also choose topics of study in the first semester.
Students seeking the certificate will take three exams in May,
one of which is entirely on their chosen topic of study.
IB-MYP MULTIMEDIA ARTS 1 & 2 1 semester each (Year 5)
Intended Audience: Grades 9 - 12
Prerequisite: none
Major Outcomes: In this course students will use digital
cameras, Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator gain a vast
understanding of the Elements and principles of art, and how
they are used in graphic design and digital photography. They
will lean about these topics as they explore how they are used
to create art as well as print advertising.
Instructional Focus: Multimedia
Projects, activities, etc.: In this course the student will have
the opportunity to work with and see many new forms of
Technology and Multimedia. Students get an in depth look at
photography and intermediate graphic design (composite
images). They will also learn the basics of film planning,
shooting, and editing.
DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY AND VIDEO 1 & 2 - 1 Semester each
Intended Audience: Grades 9 - 12
Prerequisite: Graphics Arts 1, prior graphics experience with
instructor approval.
Major Outcomes: This course serves as an introduction to
digital cameras and camcorders and the programs used for
photo and video editing. Students will explore elements of art
along with the principles of design and composition. We will
learn the basics of genres photography including portraits,
landscapes and architecture.
Instructional Focus: Production of the Brooklyn Center
Yearbook.
Projects, activities, etc.: Basics of storyboarding and
various film genres including stop motion, commercials and
documentary.
WEB DESIGN 1 semester
Intended Audience: Grade 11 or 12
Prerequisite: none
Major Outcomes: Throughout this class, students will
enhance their visual presentation and technical skills using
web design software. Students will develop web design
competencies by the use of graphics, frames and hyperlinks.
Advanced design competencies will be encouraged.
Instructional Focus: Project-based management utilized
after introductory lessons are completed. Web design
software and internet research will be utilized.
Projects, activities, etc.: Multiple lesson-type projects in
learning the software followed by a selection of independent
capstone projects.
ADVANCED MEDIA ARTS-1 semester (Year 4: 9th Grade)
Intended Audience: Grade 9-12
Prerequisite: Multimedia or graphic arts
Major Outcomes: In advance Media Arts, students will develop
artistic and technical skills create original works of art. Students will
build on ideas and concepts to create art that focuses on each
students individual interests. The historical and cultural background
of media arts will also be studied.
Instructional Focus: Building on existing knowledge, the class will
focus on an in-depth exploration of the Adobe Creative Suite,
including but not limited to: Dreamweaver (web design), Premiere
(video and movie productions), Photoshop (photography), along with
using online applications for creative expression.
Digital Photography 1 semester
Intended Audience: Grade 11-12
Prerequisites: None
Major Outcomes: This course introduces the history of
photography and current digital photography techniques.
Topics include camera and lens operation, composition,
lighting, creativity, and image editing software. Photography
projects include portraits, black and white, hand coloring,
studio, digital editing in Adobe Photoshop, and finding a
personal photographic style.
OTHER SCHOOL OPTIONS
BROOKLYN CENTER ACADEMY
The Brooklyn Center Academy is open to students in grades 9 - 12 who are not successful in the mainstream setting or who meet other
state eligibility requirements. These might be students who are behind in credits, have attendance issues, or are otherwise disconnected
from the mainstream school. The teacher to student ratio averages 1:12. Students take classes in English, Social Studies, Math and
Science in addition to some electives. Classes run for terms of 4 weeks, allowing students to earn credit at the end of each term. In
addition, students can earn credits using the APEX Online Learning System.

With small class sizes, goal-setting, and collaboration with family members, the Academy program can help students success. Students
are accepted into the Academy by application only and space is limited. Those who are interested should see the guidance counselor.

K12 ONLINE INSIGHT

Insight Schools is part of the nations leading network of online public high schools offering a rigorous full-time curriculum, experienced
state-certified teachers that know how to inspire, and a diploma recognized by colleges and universities nationwide.

Insight Schools is different because it brings a tuition-free individualized high school experience within your reach in an online environment.
It meets todays high school students right where they already are: online. Its a public high school offering:
A rigorous curriculum with more than 120 courses to choose from including:
o Foundation courses
o Comprehensive, or core courses
o Elective courses
o Honors and AP (Advanced Placement) courses
A Brooklyn Center diploma recognized by colleges and universities nationwide
Options to earn college credit while completing your high school graduation requirements at Insight
Access for both students and parents to our teachers and Advisors so everyone can see progress, together.

Online learning is flexible, allowing students to work at their own pace, place and time. It's not for everyone. Some students prefer the face-
to-face interactions they find in an on-campus classroom. But for many students, online course work offers a unique opportunity to learn in
a new setting and in a new way.

PSEO (Grades 11 - 12)

Postsecondary Enrollment Options (PSEO) is a program that allows students in their junior or senior year to earn college credit while in
high school. Students in Grades 11 or 12 may take courses, full-or part-time, at a postsecondary institution for high school credit. The
program provides students with a greater variety of class offerings and the opportunity to pursue more challenging coursework than may
be available at the high school. The tuition, fees and required textbooks are at no cost to students. Each college and/or university that
offers PSEO sets its own requirements for enrollment into the program. For full-time PSEO students who begin in their junior year, it is
possible to graduate from high school with enough college credits for an Associates Degree. Students pursuing postsecondary options will
be able to save time and money by entering college with earned credit toward graduation. Contact your counselor or the college or
university of your choice for specific program requirements.

MN SCHOOL OF BUSINESS: Professional Communications I

Prerequisite: None. This course introduces students to the skills and strategies needed to become effective communicators in business
and professional settings. Students will learn basic communication skills to help them recognize the appropriate strategies to use when
communicating verbally and in written form.
*This course will receive High School elective credit but will be offered two days a week after school.
TEXT/SUPPLIES: Professional Communications I & II, Guffrey, custom 7e, Cengage Learning, 2010
OBJECTIVES: Upon completion of this course you will be able to:
1.Illustrate and explain the importance of effective reading and writing skills when communicating professionally.
2. Practice good customer service skills via face-to-face and via telephone.
3. Demonstrate appropriate listening and verbal and nonverbal communication strategies in person-to-person communications, meetings,
and team member interactions.
4. Understand a variety of group communication activities such as panel discussions, team dynamics, and meetings.
5. Demonstrate an understanding of the applied learning model and how it impacts professional skill development, through an applied
learning project.
6.Engage in a Career Speaking activity: Practice professional business etiquette.
7.Demonstrate an understanding of information literacy and digital literacy.
8.Write various types of professional correspondence using proper format and process.
9.Demonstrate how time management, teamwork, and goal-setting can assist in building professionalism and communication skills.
INDEPENDENT STUDY (Grades 11 - 12)
Independent Study is a state-certified program available for students who are risk of not graduating from high school. Per state law,
Independent Study students must be 16 years of age or older. Students meet once a week with a licensed teacher and then complete
assignments on their own time. Most students use this option to make up one or two missed classes. Two consecutive absences will
result in an automatic removal from the program. At BCHS we offer Independent Study in English and Social Studies on Wednesday
afternoons. See the guidance counselor for more information.