LOCAL ELECTIVES
(as available)

Accelerated Science
A course to enhance skills in the science areas. This course is based on individual need. Designed to accelerate student's success in the regular classroom.

Prerequisite: Selection
Grade: 12th
Credit: 1/2 - 1 unit

Applied Physics
This is the practical application of the theories of matter, energy, and their interactions. Students will participate in a hands on, practical study which will include mechanics, light, sound, heat, electricity, and magnetism. May not be used as a science requirement in the Recommended or Distinguished diplomas.

Prerequisite: Algebra 1
Grade: 11th - 12th
Credit: 1 unit

CAPS - (Campus Assisted Program)
Curriculum-based support group designed to educate students and reconnect them with the school and the community to enhance the students' learning abilities. Students work on self-esteem enhancement, decision making, personal control, interpersonal communication, social activities, and school bonding.

Prerequisite: Teacher referral and selection
Grade: 9th - 10th
Credit: 1/2 unit (local credit only)

Drivers Education
This class is taught after school during the Fall and Spring semesters. Credit is received after completion of classroom and driving portions.

Prerequisite: Must be 15 years old or older, payment of tuition
Grade: 9th -12th
Credit: 1/2 unit (local credit only)

Preparation for Advancement
Supplemental curriculum to aid students in developing skills needed for college testing and success in the workplace.

Prerequisite: Work Keys Assessment
Grade: 11th - 12th
Credit: 1/2 - 1 unit (local credit only)

SAT/ACT/THEA Preparation
Students will cover standardized test taking strategies specific to the SAT/ACT/THEA, test anxiety strategies, and critical thinking skills as needed to improve test taking skills. It will also prepare students to be successful in the reading and writing portions of the test specifically.

Grade: 11th-12th
Credit: 1/2 unit (local credit only)

Student Assistant - (Aide)
Students will learn clerical skills such as filing, record keeping, and other office related skills. Students are expected to be trustworthy, dependable, and confidential in their work in these various areas. Students must complete an application to be considered for these positions. Cannot earn more then two (2) credits in their high school career in this position. Areas of possibilities include high school library, team managers for athletics, elementary campus (various locations), and teachers (only if all other locations are filled).

Prerequisite: Application, excellent attendance, selection
Grade: 10th - 12th
Credit: 1/2 - 1 unit (local credit only)

Weightlifting
Physical education course emphasizing muscular strength and endurance training through the use of resistance training. This course does not fulfill TEA physical education requirement.

Prerequisite: must have earned 1 ½ of State physical education
Grade:11th - 12th
Credit: ½ - 1