Transcript Registration Information - Norwalk

Transition into High School:
From Middle School to High School
Norwalk High School Registration Information
2014-2015
Graduation Requirements - Credits
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Language Arts – 40
Math – 30
Science – 20
Health – 5
P.E. – 20
World History – 10
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U.S. History – 10
Gov’t/Econ – 10
Fine Arts/Practical
Arts/Foreign Language –20
Electives - 55
Total – 220 Credits
Additional Graduation Requirements
 Pass both sections of the California High School Exit Exam (CAHSEE)
 Students must take and pass Common Core Mathematics I
 Minimum 2.0 GPA
UC and CSU Requirements
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University of California A-G (grade of
“C” or better):
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A. History/Social Science: 2 years
B. English (Lit/Comp): 4 years
C. Math: 3 years*
D. Laboratory Science: 2 years*
E. Foreign Language: 2 years*
F. Visual/Performing Arts: 1 year
G. College Prep Electives: 1 year
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*One additional year recommended
Need a Helping Hand?
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Tutoring available in all core subjects
before, during & after school.
There are daily contracts offered for
parents who want to keep students on
track.
Honors – What to Do?
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Have a serious discussion with your
parents/guardians and counselor about
this decision.
Make sure you can handle the honors
coursework- how committed are you?
Make sure you can handle the number
of courses you select- avoid “burn out.”
Keep things in balance.
Honors & Academic Pathways
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9th Grade Honors Courses Available
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Pre-AP Language Arts 9
Algebra 2
Biology
AP Human Geography
Honors & Academic Pathways
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Academic Pathway Options
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AVID
Computer Science- Project Lead the Way
Biomedical/Medical Academy-Project Lead the Way
Engineering- Project Lead the Way
L.A. F.A.M.E.- Visual & Performing Arts Academy
Electives:
*A-G UC/CSU APPROVED
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Auto 1
Business Law 1
Comix Appreciation
Computer Business Applications
*Culinary Arts
Emergency First Response
*Fashion Design 1
Graphic Design
*Journalism 1
Web Page Design
Seminar for Success
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*Art 1
*Band PE/Wind Ensemble
*Vocal Music Workshop (Choir)
Dance 1
*Drama 1
*Folk Guitar 1
*Jazz Ensemble
*World Percussion
*Orchestra
*Chinese 1 (Mandarin)
*Spanish 1,2
*Spanish Native Speaker 1, 2
*French 1
Electives:
Comix Appreciation
Auto 1
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Develop skills in automotive
maintenance and repair.
Use technology, tools and
equipment to diagnose
malfunctions, disassemble units,
parts inspection, and replacement.
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Comp. Business Appl.
Business Law 1
 Basic framework of the law and
how laws affect everyday life.
 Ideal for students considering
careers in law.
Read and analyze long form comics
Class discussions, presentations,
and essays
Fundamentals for script writing,
character design, page layout, and
story creation
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Learn how to work more effectively
and efficiently in the workplace
Fundamentals of keyboarding,
Microsoft Office, Business
Communications and Career
Preparation
Electives
Culinary Arts
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Learn the basics of food
preparation and nutrition for
good health.
Learn to shop for food and plan
nutritious meals and snacks.
Emergency 1st Response
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Learn skills to act as a first
responder to an emergency
Essential for students pursuing a
career in healthcare, fire science,
law enforcement, or military
Prepare students in Red Cross
Certification for CPR
Fashion Design 1
 A variety of projects introduce
students to the world of
fashion design, fashion
illustration, fabric selection,
construction, finishing, and
color analysis.
 The elements and principles
of design and developing a
line will be taught.
Electives
Graphic Design
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Prepares students for
entry-level positions in
the graphic arts field
Production of cameraready art w/emphasis on
design and development
Industry standard
software is used
Journalism 1
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Construction and
publication of regular
editions of the school
newspaper, learning the
skills of newspaper
writing and the
responsibilities of
newspaper business
management
Electives
Seminar for Success
Web Page Design 1
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Basics of the World Wide
Web, web page authoring,
and setting up a personal
Internet web site
Topics include: Web
browsers, text editors,
HTML and CSS coding,
graphic design, interactive
techniques, multimedia, and
web site promotion
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Develop college and career
success strategies
Designed to assist you with
personal and academic
achievement as you
transition to high school
Explore career options and
how to reach your future
goals
Electives
Vocal Music Workshop
Art 1
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An introduction to the various art
materials used by visual artists
Proper use of materials, safety
precautions, history &
appreciation of art
Band P.E./Wind Ensemble
 Instrumental music marching
band program- parade marching,
field drill, and field pageantry
 Perform at concerts, sports
events, parades, public and
school events
 P.E. credit is given for Fall
Semester.
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Introduction to the art of singing
Culture and the arts
Note value, measures, treble clef
Rhythm, sight reading, note names
Dance 1
 Develops loco motor dance
movements, covers turns and
floor progressions, and enables
students to develop their own
dance routines
 Encompasses a variety of
dancing such as jazz dance,
ballet, modern, social and more
Electives
Drama 1
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Overview of theatre
Emphasis on history,
acting skills,
improvisation, and basic
technical responsibilities
Creativity and critical
thinking
Folk Guitar 1
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Read music in treble clef
Learn chords, chord
progressions, and how to
read tablature
Compose music and
perform within the high
school
Electives
Jazz Ensemble
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Jazz Band is a performance
course designed to develop
your knowledge in the styles
of jazz
The group performs at
concerts, school and public
events
Jazz improvisation will also
be studied
Fall audition is required
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World Percussion
Study rhythms and
melodies of African,
Caribbean, Latin
American and American
Culture
Learn to play and perform
on various World
Percussion instruments
and Steel Pans
Electives
Chinese 1 (Mandarin)
Orchestra
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Learn to play and
perform selected
literature for Chamber
Orchestra
Learn numerous tunes in
order to prepare for
group performances
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Introductory proficiency based
course
Intensive listening & speaking
practice
Goal is to teach students to
comprehend and communicate
at an elementary level (listening,
speaking, reading, and writing)
Grammar and culture are also
studied
Electives
Spanish 1 & 2
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Introduction to linguistic
and cultural structures
necessary for basic
communication in Spanish
designed to teach the basic
elements of the Spanish
language and culture
Level placement is based on
a language assessment
evaluation
Spanish Native Speaker 1 & 2
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Designed specifically for
students who possess Spanish
literacy skills upon enrollment
Instruction builds students
potential for success in AP
Spanish studies in 11th & 12th
grade
Instruction extends students’
skills in reading/interpreting
Spanish literature, and
developing writing, grammar,
and vocabulary skills
Electives
French 1
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Introduction to linguistic and cultural
structures necessary for basic
communication in French
Designed to teach the basic elements of
the French language and culture
The College & Career Center
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Visitors from different
colleges come to
speak to students.
They help with
applications,
admissions, choosing
majors, financial aid,
and address questions
students have.
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Regular visitors to
our campus:
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UCLA
UCI
UC Berkeley
Cal State Long Beach
Cal State Fullerton
Cerritos College
Cypress College
The Career Center
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Many different guest
speakers come to talk
about potential career
options for all
students.
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Visitors include,
but are not
limited to:
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Lawyers
Armed Services
Cosmetologists
Engineers
Firefighters/Police
Doctors/Medical
Professionals
Get Involved!
(Clubs and Activities)
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A.S.B.
Class of 2015
Class of 2016
Class of 2017
AP Calculus
Art Club
AVID
Bible Club
Bio-Medical Academy
Comix Club
Creative Writing Club
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California Scholarship
Federation (CSF)
Culinary Club
Cycling Club
Future Business Leaders of
America
iSing!
Key Club
Lancer Buddies
Link Crew
M.E.Ch.A.
And many more!
Get Involved!
(Clubs and Activities)
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Millennium & Green Team
Newspaper
NHS Pep Squad
FNL (Friday Night Lights)
Philosophy Club
Theatrics
Yearbook
NHS Dance Company
Norwalk Explorers
Tahitian Club
Psychology Club
Veggie Club
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Athletics
 Basketball
 Football
 Baseball/Softball
 Soccer
 Tennis
 Volleyball
 Golf
 Track and Field
 Cross Country
 Wrestling
Welcome Future
Lancers!
Education is the key to
reaching your dreams!