The computer courses at PVCS are designed to help students develop the basic computer skills they will need to complete coursework in other subject areas. It will also expose them to other standard applications that may be required in their work place. Ten (10) credits of computer coursework is required to meet the graduation requirements at PVCS.

All students at PVCS are required to take this two-week course at the time of enrollment. This course introduces students to the computer lab and the applications available at PVCS. This course not only includes the basic use of word processing, e-mail, Internet, spreadsheets and PowerPoint applications, but also helps to prepare students for our independent study program.

This course will continue and reinforce instruction in the basic computer skills of word processing, spreadsheets, Internet search and retrieval, and e-mail. Students will also be exposed to electronic publishing and courseware.

This advanced computer course is a three-week course that provides in-depth instruction on the basic computer applications. However, the emphasis of this course is on web page design.

Elective courses provide students the opportunity to explore and study areas of interest besides the essential academic fields. Fifty-five (55) credits are required to meet graduation requirements. Extra core classes may also be taken for elective credit.

This course is designed to give students the skills they will need for pursuing a career. In this course students will learn how to look for a job, write a resume, be interviewed, wear appropriate dress, and to fill out an application. They will explore many career opportunities and do a job shadow. This course will prepare students fro the world of work.

This course id designed to teach students the kind of problem solving and analytical thinking needed to be successful when taking the CAHSEE. Each

lesson in the course builds upon and reinforces the strategy from the previous lesson. The series of lessons in the course provide students with the opportunity for application and synthesis of the strategies in simulated test situations.

This course id designed to provide intervention for students who are at risk of not passing the mathematics section of the CAHSEE. This course uses a balanced approach of direct instruction and inquiry, and the units of instruction are taught and reviewed in a systematic format. The series of lessons in the course provide students with the opportunity for application and synthesis of the strategies in simulated test situations.

Child Development is an introductory course exploring human development from reproduction, conception, and birth through age five. Focus is given to the physical, social, intellectual, and emotional development of children along with basic parenting skills.

Students will use a complete hand-on art textbook to explore various commercial art applications. This course will enable students to investigate the creative aspect of commercial art while recognizing its emphasis on promotion definition and enhancement. Many commercial art application will be performed either through free=-hand media techniques or with computer assistance. Some of the California State Standards in Visual Arts, Proficient and advanced, are recognized in this course.

Students will refine observation skills and develop drawing techniques using a complete, hands-on art textbook. This course will enable students to fulfill three distinct artistic needs of the drawing process including fine-tuning observation skills, becoming aware of art element relationships and performing preliminary sketches. Some of the California state Standards in Visual Arts, Proficient and Advances, are recognized in this course.

This course provides an introduction to foods and nutrition. Topics include food safety, general nutrition, and personal diet evaluation. Students will also learn the fundamentals of planning, preparing, and serving simple meals. Basic equipment use and care, food purchasing, and preparation techniques will be covered.

This course is a continuation of Foods 1. This course includes advanced practice in food safety, shopping, preparation, and presentation of full meals. It will include a variety of advanced food preparation techniques. Students will also investigate food preservation and storage. Foods from around the world will be included.

In this elective course, students will develop correct techniques for touch-typing in order to increase the speed and accuracy of their typing abilities. They will also be introduced to basic conventional typing practices. Timed tests that track the number of words typed per minute and the number of mistakes made during the same time period will be given regularly. A typewriter or a computer with a word processing program is needed for work at home or the computers in the school computer lab may be utilized for this class.

This elective course will expand the students’ basic touch-typing skills. There will also be a greater emphasis on typing practices such as formatting, page layout, and error detection. Timed tests that track the number of words typed per minute and the number of mistakes made during the same time period will be given regularly. A typewriter or a computer with a word processing program is needed for work at home or the computers in the school computer lab may be utilized for this class.

Ready to Learn – Peer Mentor is an extensive training course designed for junior and senior high school students who wish to become peer mentors, the training course consists of two components. Students will; 1) attend Peer Resource leadership Training and 2) co-facilitate student support groups. The training course is designed to provide students with the necessary theories and listening skills to co-facilitate student support groups and to conduct peer to peer listening sessions.

This course is designed to help students develop skills and habits needed for success in school. The course covers study skills topics such as learning styles; time management; reading techniques, note-taking; and test taking strategies. It will also introduce students to methods of solving word problems.

This course is designed to help students develop basic writing skills. Students will work through the writing process and learn fundamental grammar conventions. Direction and practice in writing five different types of essays will be given.

This course is an elective class which combines supervised paid employment in any occupational field with related classroom instruction in employability skills. Students will develop work habits, attitudes, self-confidence, and job skills which can be used to locate, secure and retain employment in the community. Related classroom instruction is divided into five primary areas as derived from the California State Frameworks for Work Experience Education and this course deals with two: How to Get a Job and Keep a Job. Students also develop a personal portfolio demonstrating their skill and experiences for use in obtaining future employment.

This course is an elective class which combines supervised paid employment in any occupational field with related classroom instruction in employability skills. Students will develop work habits, attitudes, self-confidence, and job skills which can be used to locate, secure and retain employment in the community. Related classroom instruction is divided into five primary areas as derived from the California State Frameworks for Work Experience Education and this course deals with two: How to Leave a Job and Economic Awareness. Students also develop a personal portfolio demonstrating their skills and experiences for use in obtaining future employment.

This course is an elective class which combines supervised paid employment in any occupational field with related classroom instruction in employability skills. Students will develop work habits, attitudes, self-confidence, and job skills which can be used to locate, secure and retain employment in the community. Related classroom instruction is divided into five primary areas as derived from the California State Frameworks for Work Experience Education and this course dealswith one: Career Development. Students also develop a personal portfolio demonstrating their skills and experiences for use in obtaining future employment.

This course will continue to explore the geographical influences that affect human activity. Students will investigate different regions of the world by examining the relationships between people and their environment. Students will develop and enhance their understanding of world regions and cultures. Students will develop critical thinking and map skills.

This course covers the history of art from ancient to modern times. Students will discover how social, political, and economic events have influenced the development of artistic styles. It includes information on the lives of major artists, their style and choice of mediums. Students will develop an understanding of the importance of art in our society and how it can add to our quality of life.

This course continues the history of art from ancient to modern times. Students will learn to recognize great works of art through photographs and significant information about the work. Students will apply their factual knowledge of art along with their personal creative expression in a variety of art mediums. Students will develop and understanding and appreciation for the rich traditions of art.

Students will apply artistic processes and skill using a complete, hands-on art textbook. This course will enable students to explore art through their own creativity, using a variety of techniques and materials.

Students will use a complete hands-on art textbook to explore the many styles and techniques of painting. This course will enable students to develop their own style through two processes: 1) the study and copying of established styles to introduce the new painter to established techniques and 2) the practicing and experimenting with various media and techniques to improve their skills. Students will study an art period in detail, enabling them to refine their artistic perception, aesthetic valuing and make connections in the historical and cultural context of the art period. Some of the California State Standards in Visual Arts, Proficient and Advanced, are recognized in this course.

This course introduces students to the Spanish language and culture. In this course, the four skills of language learning including listening, speaking, reading and writing are integrated with basic vocabulary. The major emphasis is on vocabulary building and basic grammar skills. This course also gives students an increased world perspective by learning about the cultures of Spanish-speaking countries and making comparisons to their own.

This course continues to introduce students to the Spanish language and culture. In this course, the four skills of language learning including listening, speaking, reading and writing are integrated with basic vocabulary. The major emphasis is on vocabulary building and basic grammar skills. This course also gives students an increased world perspective by learning about the cultures of Spanish-speaking countries and making comparisons to their own.

This course introduces students to ideas, traditions, and ways of life of cultures in Africa and the Middle East. Students will investigate the development of civilizations in these areas and the factors such as geography, government, and economic systems that led to differences among them. Students will also develop an appreciation for the art, music, and literature of Africa and the Middle East.

This course introduces students to ideas, traditions, and ways of life of cultures in Asia and Oceania. Students will investigate the development of civilizations in these areas and the factors such as geography, government, and economic systems that led to differences among them. Students will also develop an appreciation for the art, music, and literature of Asia and Oceania.

This course introduces students to ideas, traditions, and ways of life of cultures in Latin America, Australia, and Canada. Students will investigate the development of civilizations in these areas and the factors such as geography, government, and economic systems that led to differences among them. Students will also develop an appreciation for the art, music, and literature of Latin America, Australia, and Canada.

Contemporary Living is a course required for graduation. Students must complete this class with a passing grade.

This course focuses on the students' personal and social responsibilities. Students will learn the importance of a positive self-concept and the value of the family unit in society. They will develop an understanding of sound physical health and safety habits. Survival skills, decision-making skills, risk-taking behaviors, personality development, and vocational guidance will also be covered.

English/Language Arts courses are designed to equip students with the skills they will need to successfully communicate in today’s technology based global economy. The student will learn to read critically and write effectively. Use of language and study skills will also be emphasized to enable the student to succeed in the work environment or to continue with his/her higher education.

All students are required to take the equivalent of 40 high school credits of English 9, 10, 11 and 12. College level courses in American and English Literature may be taken in place of English 11 and 12 respectively.

This course continues preparing students with the language skills that will prepare them for real life situations and a continuing education. The course will focus on reading, writing, speaking, and listening through an exposure to narrative and expository texts. Language and study skills, as well as grammar and mechanics, are integrated with the teaching of the writing process.

This course is designed to continue to extend and develop students reading, writing, speaking and listening skills. Language arts skills will be further developed with a focus on world literature in order to prepare students for real-life situations and a continuing education.

This course is designed to continue to develop students reading, writing, speaking and listening skills. Language Arts skills will be further developed with a focus on world literature in order to prepare students for real-life situations and a continuing education.

This course is designed to continue to develop students reading, writing, speaking and listening skills. Language arts skills will be further developed with a focus on a chronological and thematic study of America literature from colonial through contemporary times.

This course is designed to continue to develop students reading, writing, speaking and listening skills. Language arts skills will be further developed with a focus on a chronological and thematic study of America literature from colonial through contemporary times.

This course will focus on reading, writing, speaking and listening, with an emphasis on World and British Literature preparing students for real life situations, career, and continuing education. Grammar, vocabulary, usage and mechanics are integrated into the reading and writing process.

This course will focus on reading, writing, speaking and listening, with an emphasis on world and British Literature preparing students for real life situations, careers, and continuing education. Grammar, vocabulary, usage and mechanics are integrated into the reading and writing process.

Mathematics is the key to advancement in almost every field of economic endeavor in today’s global economy. Students learn and develop their abilities to solve problems, reason, and communicate with others in the language of technology. With an emphasis on fundamental mathematical concepts and essential skills, the math curriculum gives all students solid preparation for work and citizenship and the conceptual basis for further study.

Graduation requirements for mathematics are 30 units including Algebra 1.

This course is designed to prepare students for Mathematic Fundamentals 2. The goal of this course is for students to learn and remember the foundational skills of mathematics.

This course is designed to prepare students for Pre-Algebra. The goal of this course is for students to learn and remember the foundational skills of mathematics.

Students learn to use mathematics effectively as a tool in their personal and business lives by learning and reviewing mathematical operations with whole numbers, decimals, fractions, ratios, and percents.

Students learn to use mathematics effectively as a tool in their personal and business lives by learning and reviewing mathematical operations with whole numbers, decimals, fractions, ratios, and percents.

This course prepares students for Algebra. Designed to meet the needs of students who do not meet the requirements for Algebra 1, this course emphasizes basic vocabulary and fundamental algebraic operations. This course is designed to prepare students for further pursuit of college-prep mathematics. It is also designed to develop the student’s ability to apply deductive reasoning in problem solving situations. The subjects range from fractions to the beginning concepts of Algebra.

This course prepares students for Algebra. Designed to meet the needs of students who do not meet the requirements for Algebra 1, this course emphasizes basic vocabulary and fundamental algebraic operations. This course is designed to prepare students for further pursuit of college-prep mathematics. It is also designed to develop the student’s ability to apply deductive reasoning in problem solving situations. The subjects range from fractions to the beginning concepts of Algebra.

By the end of the course, students will use a variety of techniques to solve algebra problems drawn from real-life situations. Students will write equations, solve equations, and draw graphs. Students will consider the full range of algebraic concepts necessary to solve problems. Students will communicate their understanding as appropriate with calculations, words, diagrams and graphs.

By the end of the course, students will use a variety of techniques to solve algebra problems drawn from real-life situations. Students will factor polynomials, learn about exponents and exponential functions, solve quadratic equations, and work with radical and rational expressions and their related equations and functions. Students will consider the full range of algebraic concepts necessary to solve problems. Students will communicate their understanding as appropriate with calculators, works, diagrams, and graphs.

This course is designed to prepare students for further pursuit of college-prep mathematics. The geometry skills and concepts developed in this discipline are useful to all students. Aside from learning these skills and concepts, students will develop their ability to construct formal, logical arguments and proofs in geometric settings and problems. Grades are based on the teacher’s evaluation of Coursework and Chapter Assessments.

This course is designed to prepare students for further pursuit of college-prep mathematics. The geometry skills and concepts developed in this discipline are useful to all students. Aside from learning these skills and concepts, students will develop their ability to construct formal, logical arguments and proofs in geometric settings and problems. Grades are based on the teacher’s evaluation of Coursework and Chapter Assessments.

This course is an expansion of Algebra. Students will learn additional methods and investigate additional topics of algebra. Students will study operations of powers, exponents, radicals, and polynomials.

This course is an expansion of Algebra. Students will learn additional methods and investigate additional topics of algebra. Students will study exponents, exponential and logarithmic functions.

Physical Education courses are designed to encourage students to establish a life long habit of physical exercise. Students participate in an exercise program that will improve flexibility, muscular strength and endurance, and cardiovascular health. The benefits of lifetime heath and fitness will be emphasized.

All students at Pacific View Charter School are required to complete 20 high school credits in Physical Education. Physical Education 1, 2, 3, and 4 are independent study courses that require students to participate in adult supervised classes such as swim, dance, or gymnastics lessons; play team sports such as soccer, baseball, football; join in organized recreational play; and/or be part of regular activities or workouts at a local gym, etc. (Refer to the list of approved activities.) Each student’s activities will need to be approved by their supervisory teacher, documented and assessed by an approved adult program supervisor.

Students will research areas of fitness, nutrition, biomechanical principles and particular sports activities in order to develop a basic awareness of overall health and total wellness. Students will plan how to maintain an enhanced level of physical fitness for their own future and explore the job of a fitness trainer and develop a personal fitness program for another individual.

Students will research areas of fitness, careers in related fitness areas, personal achievements, and the effects of aging on health and fitness. Students will plan how to maintain an enhanced level of physical fitness for their own future and explore the needs of physically challenged students and examine ways to include them in physical activities as much as possible.

Students will research areas of fitness, careers in related fitness areas, personal achievements, and the effects of aging on health and fitness. Students will plan how to maintain an enhancing level of physical fitness for their own future and explore the needs of physically challenged students and examine ways to include them in physical activities much as possible.

Science is the study of the world around us, and the way it works. Science involves developing skills and understanding processes that give us a better understanding of the ecological problems that face us as a society and how to better protect and preserve the world in which we live.

Three years of science are required at Pacific View Charter School. Ten credits need to be in the physical science area, which could include earth or physical science, and ten credits need to be in the life sciences area that would include biology. Ten credits must also include a laboratory component so that students can explore a hands-on approach to science.

This class will cover the basic principles of life science. Students will identify fundamental life processes, recognize the cause of genetic variation in a population, determine an organisms genotype and phenotype, and the function and structure of DNA. The balance of an ecosystem and the process of evolution will be investigated. Students will also investigate how the coordinated structures and functions of organ systems allow the human body to remain relatively stable despite changes in the outside environment.

This class will cover the basic principles of life science. Students will identify fundamental life processes, recognize the cause of genetic variation in a population, determine an organisms genotype and phenotype, and the function and structure of DNA. The balance of an ecosystem and the process of evolution will be investigated. Students will also investigate how the coordinated structures and functions of organ systems allow the human body to remain relatively stable despite changes in the outside environment.

Social Science courses are designed to help students understand the complex and interdependent society in which we live. The students will learn the geography, history, economic and governmental structure, and social make-up of the United States as well as the world. This will enable the student to fully participate in our democratic and economic system.

All students must complete 30 credits in social science including: World History, United States History, Civics and Economics.

This course is the second half of the United States History and covers the period from World War II to the present time. Students will learn about the impact of the Cold War, the Viet Nam War, and the Civil rights movement. Students will understand that our rights under the United States Constitution comprise a precious inheritance that depends on an educated citizenry for their preservation and protection. Instruction will be delivered in the form of educational videos; the textbook will only be used for reference.

This course covers the major turning points in American history with an emphasis on the 20th century. The students will review the nation's beginnings and the impact of the Enlightenment on U.S. democratic ideals. Students will trace the change in the ethnic composition of American society; the movement towards equal rights for racial minorities and women; and the role of the United States as a major world power.

Students will consider the major social problems of our time and trace their causes in historical events. They learn that the United States has served as a model for other nations and that rights and freedoms we enjoy are not accidents but the results of a defined set of political principles that are not always basic to citizens of other countries. Students understand that our rights under the U.S. Constitution comprise a precious inheritance that depends on an educated citizenry for their preservation and protection.

Students will deepen their understanding of the institutions of American Government through an online interactive textbook. The interactive textbook includes interactive polls to debate current issues, an interactive constitution, categorized maps and timelines, content related videos, note taking tips, writing assignments and a link to current events. The course should prepare students to vote, to reflect on the responsibility of citizenship, to understand the many facets of American government and to participate in the community. This course follows the California History-Social Science Framework and Model Curriculum Standards.

PVCS feels that serving the community provides an important component to the development of each individual student. To utilize personal skills and talents in order to assist others not only develops individual self-confidence but benefits society as a whole. This opportunity will allow students to learn about the vast prospects available in their community and help them to find ways to serve their community and its citizens in productive ways.

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