HIGH SCHOOL COURSE CATALOG 2014 - 2015

Table of Contents
ACADEMIC INFORMATION ................................................................................................................................................. 1 GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS (Grades 9-12) .......................................................................................................... 1 GENERAL INFORMATION ............................................................................................................................................... 2 DETERMINATION OF HONORS ...................................................................................................................................... 4 ACADEMIC SUPPORT SYSTEMS ..................................................................................................................................... 5 BLENDED COURSES ......................................................................................................................................................... 5 ADVANCED PLACEMENT & INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE PROGRAMS ......................................................... 6 MID-PACIFIC EXPLORATORY PROGRAM (MPX) ............................................................................................................ 9 ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE (ESL) ...................................................................................................................... 10 LANGUAGE ARTS................................................................................................................................................................ 12 WRITING COURSES ........................................................................................................................................................ 13 LITERATURE COURSES ................................................................................................................................................. 14 IB ENGLISH COURSES .................................................................................................................................................... 15 WORLD LANGUAGES ......................................................................................................................................................... 16 MATHEMATICS................................................................................................................................................................... 20 SEQUENCE OF COURSES................................................................................................................................................ 20 COURSES .......................................................................................................................................................................... 21 SCIENCE ............................................................................................................................................................................... 24 SEQUENCE OF COURSES................................................................................................................................................ 24 COURSES .......................................................................................................................................................................... 25 TECHNOLOGY ..................................................................................................................................................................... 28 SOCIAL STUDIES ................................................................................................................................................................ 30 MID-PACIFIC INSTITUTE SCHOOL OF THE ARTS (MPSA) .......................................................................................... 33 MPSA CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS ................................................................................................................................. 33 DANCE .............................................................................................................................................................................. 33 HULA: HAWAIIAN CHANT AND DANCE...................................................................................................................... 35 INSTRUMENTAL AND VOCAL MUSIC .......................................................................................................................... 36 THEATRE ARTS .............................................................................................................................................................. 38 VISUAL ARTS .................................................................................................................................................................. 40 DIGITAL MEDIA ARTS ....................................................................................................................................................... 43 PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND HEALTH ............................................................................................................................ 46 OTHER ELECTIVES............................................................................................................................................................. 49 ATHLETICS .......................................................................................................................................................................... 51

ACADEMIC INFORMATION
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS (Grades 9-12)

Language Arts

4 credits (Enrollment in an English course is required each semester)

World Language

3 credits of one foreign language (Credit will be given for Level I completed in Grade 8)

Mathematics

3 credits Algebra I - Geometry - Algebra II (Credit will be given for any of the above completed in Grade 7 or 8)

Science

1 credit Biology 1 credit Chemistry 1 credit Physics

Social Studies

3 credits (To include U.S. History)

Performing & Visual Arts

2 credits

Health

credit

Physical Education

1 credits (To include successful completion of swim test)

Technology for the 21st Century

credit

Electives

4 credits

1 credit = Completion of one year of course work credit = Completion of one semester of course work

GENERAL INFORMATION ACADEMIC CREDIT

Mid-Pacific Institute will grant credit for any course taken at MPI in which a student receives a passing grade. Students who receive a grade below C- in a course may receive a recommendation from the teacher to repeat that course. Generally, a student who receives a grade below C- in a course that is part of a sequence (e.g., Mathematics and World Language) may not be allowed to take the subsequent course in the sequence without some makeup or other remedial work. No credit is given for a year course dropped at any time during the year. Generally, transfer students receive credit toward graduation for courses taken at other schools if it is recommended by the dean and approved by the principal, and if a comparable course is offered at MidPacific Institute. Credit for a year-long course is based on both semesters work. If a student receives a failing grade for either of the two semesters of a yearlong course, credit will be awarded only if the averaged percentage for both semesters is 60% or higher. A student who wishes to earn credit or higher placement by taking courses during the summer or by taking online, college, or other school courses should receive prior approval from his/her dean. In departments where courses are sequential (e.g., Mathematics, World Language), a student seeking higher placement as a result of summer work completed at a school other than Mid-Pacific Institute will usually be required to successfully complete a departmental examination in order to receive higher placement the following school year.

MINIMUM COURSE LOAD

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Ninth grade students are required to take seven courses each semester. Tenth grade students are required to take a minimum of six graded courses each semester. Eleventh and twelfth grade students are required to take a minimum of five graded courses each semester, to include four core academic courses (Language Arts, World Languages, Social Studies, Science, Mathematics, and Technology).

COURSE SELECTIONS

In selecting and registering for courses, the student should seek the advice of his/her dean and teachers, and discuss the selections with his/her parents. Parents will be required to approve course choices during the online registration process with a special parent code which will be provided. Course selections are reviewed and approved by the grade level dean. Some courses are subject to field trip, material and/or examination fees. In most cases, the students first choice in a course selection will be met. However, if a scheduling conflict occurs or if there is insufficient enrollment in the class selected, the student will be placed in an alternate selection. COURSE SELECTIONS MADE DURING THE REGISTRATION PROCESS ARE FINAL.

SCHEDULE CHANGES

Any change to a schedule is regarded as an exception to the rule that course selections made during registration are final. Exceptions may be made under any of the following conditions: 1. Scheduling conflict occurs 2. Summer school courses taken 3. Change is initiated and strongly recommended by the students dean 4. Minimum course load not met Reasons for requesting a course change, such as teacher or period preference, disinterest in the course, etc., will not be considered sufficient cause to initiate a schedule change.

A student may add a course up to and including the 10th school day of the prevailing semester. A student may drop a course (with no designation made on the students transcript) up to and including the 10th school day of the
prevailing semester. The minimum course load requirement is applicable.

Dropping a course after the 10th school day is considered a withdrawal. It will be noted on the students transcript as WD but

without indicating the students grade for the course at the time of the withdrawal. If a student withdraws from a year -long course after the first semester, the first semester grade will stand on the records and will be included in the students CGPA (cumulative grade point average). No student may withdraw from a course after the 11th week of the prevailing semester of the course. The minimum course load requirement is applicable. Once a student is placed in a course on audit status, that student may not revert back to taking the course for a letter grade for the duration of the course. This policy is applicable to both semester and year courses (i.e., a student will not receive a letter grade for the second semester of a year course if the course was taken on an audit basis during the first semester).

CITIZENSHIP/CITIZENSHIP GRADE

In accordance with school philosophy, Mid-Pacific Institute encourages and recognizes good citizenship and character. MPI students consistently demonstrate traits that bring honor to themselves and their school. Students should be aware that colleges, scholarship reviewing committees, and employers are most interested in a students character. The citizenship grade will reflect the students adherence to the schools standards of conduct. Every student will begin each quarter with an A grade in citizenship. The grade recor ded at the end of each quarter will be determined by the number of demerits accrued by the student. The semester grade will be an average of the two quarter-grades. The citizenship grade will be averaged into the students Grade Point Average (GPA), and will be reflected on the students permanent transcript as Citizenship. The student will have the opportunity to work off up to 5 demerits a quarter. The student should meet with his/her dean on all questions relating to his/her citizenship grade.

GRADING POLICY

Mid-Pacific Institute is a college preparatory school; therefore, each student is expected to put forth his/her maximum effort and take full advantage of opportunities for intellectual, moral, and physical growth. Grades are a means by which students can measure their progress and gain confidence in their abilities. Grades also provide parents, teachers, colleges, and employers with information regarding the performance of MPI students. Teachers are given considerable freedom in arriving at grades, but they must maintain careful records and clearly define for the students the method used to calculate grades. Grade guidelines: A B C D F represents a superior level of performance and mastery of the subject, frequently exhibiting the ability to use knowledge and skills effectively. represents a high quality of work and mastery of the subject, reflecting above average performance with the ability to analyze and apply principles. indicates that all work has been done in an acceptable and adequate manner and that the student has achieved a reasonable understanding of the content of the course. represents below-average performance and indicates that the students performance is below the schools standard of achievement or effort. represents a level of performance so far below that which is expected of Mid-Pacific Institute students that it cannot be considered as adequate for the granting of a credit.

REPORT CARDS

Grades are issued at the conclusion of each quarter and posted in students private reports on Edline. Report cards are mail ed to parents and/or guardians at the end of each semester.

PROGRESS REPORTS

Teachers post progress reports on Edline weekly. In addition, interims are issued directly to deans twice a quarter for those students who have a grade of C- or lower. Students who are at C- or below in any course will be required to meet with the teacher during tutorial hours to receive extra help.

COMPUTATION OF THE GRADE POINT AVERAGE (GPA)

A+ A AB+ B BC+ = 4.333 points = 4.000 points = 3.667 points = 3.333 points = 3.000 points = 2.667 points = 2.333 points 98-100 93-97 90-92 87-89 83-86 80-82 77-79 C CD+ D DF

Each students grade point average (GPA) will be determined using the following scale: = 2.000 points = 1.667 points = l.333 points = l.000 points = 0.667 points = 0.000 points 73-76 70-72 67-69 63-66 60-62 59 and below

In computing the GPA, the points earned in all courses will be weighted equally. The GPA is computed by adding the points earned in each course and then dividing by the number of courses. Students enrolled in Advanced Placement (AP), and/or International Baccalaureate (IB) courses receive higher grade point equivalents which reflect the greater difficulty of these classes. For example, a grade of A will be equivalent to 5.000, B equivalen t to 4.000, etc. The normal grading scale provides that the A is equivalent to a 4.000, B equivalent to 3.000, etc. These higher grade point e quivalents are used to compute the students GPA and class rank, and in the determination of Honor Roll and Presidents List students. Students who receive a D or an F in the AP or IB course will not receive an additional point.

Should a student earn a grade below a C in an AP, or IB course, that student may be transferred to the regular section of t hat subject upon consultation with the teacher, dean, and IB coordinator. Credits earned for courses taken at other secondary institutions will be accepted by Mid-Pacific Institute provided they are similar to courses offered at MPI. However, grades for those courses will not be used in the computation of the students cumulative grade point average (CGPA).

CUMULATIVE GRADE POINT AVERAGE

A students cumulative grade point average (CGPA) is computed each semester beginning with the grades earned from a course in the summer session immediately preceding grade 7. CGPAs are calculated for grades 7 and 8, and for grades 9 through 12. (The CGPA is determined by dividing the points for grades earned in all courses by the total number of courses taken.) Grades for courses taken during the 7th and 8th grades at Mid-Pacific Institute which satisfy MPI graduation requirements (e.g., first or second level world language, Algebra I, Geometry) will be included in the student's CGPA for grades 9 through 12 and will be shown on the student's transcript.

WITHDRAWALS

If a student withdraws from a one-year course after the first semester, the weighting of the first semester grade will continue to be a part of the CGPA. The WD designation will be noted on the second semester of the cour se and be included on the transcript. No student may withdraw from a course after the eleventh week of the prevailing semester of the course. The minimum course load requirement is applicable.

DETERMINATION OF HONORS
PRESIDENTS LIST - To earn Presidents List standing, the student must: 1 Be taking a minimum of four core courses 2 Have no quarter grade below C- in any class nor have a No Credit grade 3 Have at least a 3.700 GPA for the quarter HONOR ROLL - To earn Honor Roll standing, the student must: 1 Be taking a minimum of four core courses 2 Have no quarter grade below C- in any class nor have a No Credit grade 3 Have at least a 3.333 GPA for the quarter MPI SCHOLAR - To earn recognition as an MPI Scholar, one of the following must be met by the end of the year. 1 Honor Roll for three quarters 2 Presidents List for two quarters 3 Presidents List for one quarter and the Honor Roll for one quarter HONOR GRADUATE - To earn recognition as an honor graduate, a graduating senior must have a cumulative grade point average (9th-12th grade GPA) of 3.700 at the end of the first semester of the senior year. Honor graduates must have completed three consecutive semesters of academic work at Mid-Pacific Institute by the end of the first semester of the senior year. NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY - All sophomore, junior, and senior students holding a 3.500 cumulative GPA are invited to apply to the National Honor Society (NHS). Faculty members provide feedback on each student. Applications are then submitted to the Faculty Council, an independent group selected by the principal. The Faculty Council's decision to accept a student into NHS is based upon exemplary character, demonstrated strength of leadership, and evidence of commitment to service. Students must maintain strength in all four areas of academics, character, service, and leadership to continue to be a member of NHS. Membership is more than an honor and privilege. It incurs a responsibility and an obligation to demonstrate the qualities that resulted in a student's selection. NHS students are expected to uphold the highest standards within school and participate in community and school service projects. HOLOMUA HONOR SOCIETY - Being selected to Holomua, the oldest honor society on campus is a time-honored tradition reserved for the most exceptional juniors and seniors. Selection to Holomua is made at the end of a student's junior or senior year. Nominations are made by the faculty and current Holomua members, and voting is done by secret ballot. Nominees must receive at least one-half of the committee's affirmative votes to be inducted. Besides being members of the junior and senior class, nominees must have exhibited qualities of good character as well as good citizenship, displayed positive leadership qualities, be in strong academic standing, participated in service to the school and/or to the community, and must have also shown an active concern for, as well as participation in school activities. MPI CITIZENSHIP AWARD - The MPI Citizenship Award recognizes those students at Mid-Pacific Institute who demonstrate outstanding service to the school and student body. Students who show initiative in school-related activities and/or have continually volunteered their time for service projects and activities through any of MPIs programs, will be recognized for their efforts. The MPI Citizen ship Award will be presented to selected students each quarter. OTHER AWARDS - Other awards and recognition are presented throughout the year at assemblies and at commencement.

ACADEMIC PROBATION AND/OR DISMISSAL POLICY A student whose grade point average (GPA) is less than 2.000 or who has two failing grades will be placed on academic probation

at the end of the quarter. A student whose GPA is less than 2.000 or who has two failing grades may be dismissed from school at the end of the current semester. All students who are placed on probation will receive interim reports on Edline and will be required to attend remedial sessions with their instructor(s) during office hours, as prescribed by their instructor(s) or dean. These sessions take precedence over any co-curricular activity. Students who are in academic difficulty may also be required to attend a study hall during an unassigned class period.

TUTORIAL Designated tutorial sessions are available for students to see teachers for academic assistance. Students may consult with several teachers for a few minutes each or spend the entire time with one teacher. Students may choose to meet teachers during tutorial or may be required to attend by their deans or teachers. It will be the students responsibility to attend these sessions. Required tutorial ses sions will take precedence over other co-curricular activities. PEER TUTORING PROGRAM The Peer Tutoring Program involves qualified students who are recommended by their teachers and/or dean to serve as volunteer peer tutors to other students who may need help with their academic work. Acceptance into the program as a peer tutor will depend on the students academic record and on personal characteristics that indicate suitability for the position, such as responsibility, maturity, patience, and knowledge in the subject area. Peer tutoring will generally be on a one-to-one basis, or in small group sessions. Tutoring sessions will be held on campus during the school day. A peer tutor will be required to submit progress reports with the students teachers, the peer tutoring coordinator, and appropriate grade level dean. FREE PERIOD Students who elect to take fewer than seven classes per semester will have free period(s) during the school day and may choose to spend that time in serious study. The library will be available for that purpose as well as for research and quiet group study, such as working on projects or using the computers. Students are expected to manage themselves, although a library supervisor will be present to encourage appropriate study conditions. Students who choose not to respect the existing quiet atmosphere will be asked to leave the study hall. The library is open from 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. CLASS/CLUB TIME A block of time is designated every week for activities such as class and club meetings, special assemblies, etc. Attendance is mandatory for class meetings and special assemblies. CHAPEL Chapel is a requirement at Mid-Pacific Institute for the development of strong values, good character, responsible behavior, and meaningful purpose in life. Through the presentation of Judeo-Christian values, and those religions and spiritual traditions consistent with these values, students learn about spirituality and the attributes of a compassionate, responsible global citizen. Chapel is student-centered; therefore, students are encouraged to create and implement programs. These presentations may include songs, skits, discussions, forums, readings, and guest speakers. They may also address current social and world issues. School clubs and service organizations are invited to participate in Chapel programs if they promote an activity that reinforces the mission of our religious policy. A Chapel committee will assist the Chaplain with the planning and implementation of programs. All Chapel programs will be under the supervision and facilitation of the School Chaplain.

ACADEMIC SUPPORT SYSTEMS

Students must have approval from their grade level dean and the department to enroll in a blended course. Students are required to have available a web-enabled computer with broadband access. A blended course is a combination of a traditional face-to-face class and an online class. Students meet face to face with a teacher a minimum of 50% of the scheduled time per week and work independently or collaboratively online for the rest of the time. Students use online resources through MPIs eLearning portal. Even though students meet less frequently with their teacher face to face, the amou nt of content covered in the course is still the same as a traditional class. This will require good time management from students. Teachers will hold office hours during their blended course time, so students will be able to meet with them if needed. Students are expected to inform their teacher where they plan to work during their non-meeting periods, so they can be located in an emergency. Students must be on campus during the blended class time. Students who fall below a C average will be expected to be present in the classroom all class periods u ntil their work shows sufficient progress.

BLENDED COURSES

ADVANCED PLACEMENT & INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE PROGRAMS

IB courses, available in grades 11 and 12, provide challenges across the curriculum something for the artist, for the scientist, for the social scientist, for the linguist. And to the juniors or seniors who want to challenge themselves in a multiple of ways, to work at the top level available to todays high school students and to get a head start on college, the full International Baccalaureate Diploma Pr ogram is offered. Mastery of skills and experiences which build self-confidence, potential admission to top universities, proven college success, college credits (up to a full year!), membership in a worldwide club of committed learners and community leaders these are the benefits available to those students who seize the opportunities.

IB English I (HL) IB English II (HL)

ADVANCED PLACEMENT/INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE COURSES

IB French IV (SL) IB French for Beginners (SL) IB Japanese V (SL) IB Japanese for Beginners (SL) IB Spanish IV (SL) IB Mandarin for Beginners (SL) IB History of the Americas (HL) IB 20th Century History (HL) IB Information Technology (SL) IB Information Technology (HL)

Mathematical Studies A/B (IB Math Studies SL) AP Calculus (IB Math SL) AP Statistics

IB Biology (SL) AP Biology (IB/HL) IB Chemistry (SL) AP Chemistry (IB/HL) IB Physics (SL) AP Physics (IB/HL) AP Environmental Science (IB/SL)

IB Music (SL/HL) IB Dance (SL/HL) IB Theatre (HL) IB Visual Art (SL/HL)

AP and IB courses are combined in Science and Mathematics. IB Math and IB Math Studies are available only for full IB Diploma Students.

PLANNING FOR THE HIGH SCHOOL IB DIPLOMA/AP PROGRAMS

Admission into either IB or AP classes is based on a combination of factors including teacher recommendation, standardized test scores, grades and student motivation. Incoming 11th grade students new to MPI may also apply for the program. Students transferring to MPI will need to submit Teacher Recommendation forms from their current teachers of language arts and literature, social studies, science, and mathematics. To best prepare for this program, students should: Have begun their second language in grade 8. Students taking Japanese must be in level 2 in grade 9. It is preferred but not required that French and Spanish students start their second language in grade 8. Accelerate math courses if the expectation is to reach calculus in grade 12. This will not be necessary for students with a more multidisciplinary/art focus. Learn to manage time well and meet deadlines.

ADVANCED PLACEMENT PROGRAM

The Advanced Placement Program was developed by the Educational Testing Service of Princeton to provide a nationally respected venue where U.S. students do college level work while still in high school. Enrollment in an AP course requires faculty approval. Successful performance on nationally standardized exams leads to college credit and/or placement in advanced courses upon college entrance. The level of work is very similar to that of the IB courses, which may be taken individually as well as in a package. Students taking three or more AP courses may qualify as an AP scholar if successful in AP examinations. Students intending to study outside North America can receive an AP International Diploma by taking a package of four selected AP examinations.

IB DIPLOMA PROGRAM

This is the most comprehensive and highly respected course of study available to high school students. Successful completion of the Diploma Program usually leads to advanced placement and credit. It is highly valued by the colleges in their admission decisions. Mere participation in the experience is considered by colleges and universities to be the best way students may prepare themselves for a successful college experience. To enroll in the program, students should meet as many of the following requirements as possible: Academic average of B or better for the previous year. Demonstrated ability to manage time successfully. Faculty recommendation plus approval of the IB Coordinator. Selection of a 2-year program of courses that will meet IB Diploma requirements.

The IB courses are designed to be part of a rigorous total liberal arts package including experiential as well as learned knowledge. The framework is international in composition of student and teacher population worldwide; in the content of the curriculum that presents learning and views from the diverse cultural, social, political, historic, and aesthetic traditions; and in the use of the IB Diploma as an international passport to higher education in countries around the world. Currently, the IB Diploma program is in 2,367 schools located in 144 countries and in nearly all of the states in the U.S. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. All students enrolled in AP and/or IB courses are required to take and make a serious attempt at the appropriate exam(s) administered each May in order to pass the class. Failure to do so will affect the final grade. All program fees (course handouts, field trips, material fees, etc.) and AP/IB exams fees must be paid to the School Store at the beginning of the school year. Students are excused from classes during the administration of the examinations. Students taking afternoon examinations are excused from morning classes. Students taking morning examinations are required to attend classes after their exams. Classes will continue to be held for AP and IB courses until the end of the semester. In some cases, at the discretion of the individual teacher(s), students may be assigned to independent activities. Continued participation in AP/IB classes until the end of the semester determines MPIs semes ter grades. Students taking AP/IB examinations may be excused from taking the Mid-Pacific Institute second semester final examination in that subject. Any student who feels qualified to take an AP test in a particular subject may do so whether or not that student is enrolled in the AP course. All arrangements must be made through the AP/IB Director.

DESIGNING AN INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE DIPLOMA PROGRAM

Sample Programs: HUMANITIES/ARTS FOCUS English A (HL) Language B (SL) History (HL) Science (SL) Math or Math Studies (SL) Art (SL/HL) or Theatre (HL) or Dance (SL/HL) Theory of Knowledge MATH/SCIENCE FOCUS English A (HL) Language B (SL) ITGS (SL) Science (HL) Math (SL) 2nd Science (HL) Theory of Knowledge MULTIDISCIPLINARY FOCUS English A (HL) Language B (SL) History (HL) Science (HL) Math (SL) Information Technology or second science subject (SL) Theory of Knowledge

Note: 1. Three subjects are to be Higher Level (HL); and three, Standard Level (SL). 2. Any IB course may be taken by non-Diploma candidates for an individual certificate. 3. Non-native English speakers may take English as a Second Language and their native language (e.g., Japanese) as their first language. Students will meet individually with the AP/IB Director or the dean to design a two-year program of courses.

THEORY OF KNOWLEDGE

(Theory of Knowledge is required for all IB Diploma candidates.) The course will provide students with an understanding of knowledge as a scientist, an artist, a historian, etc. Critical thinking skills are developed wherein students learn to evaluate what they know and how they know it. The inter-relation of knowledge in all subject areas is explored. By exposing the relationship between subjects, a deeper understanding of the world we live in is obtained. The focus of the course is on inquiry. The spirit of inquiry encourages more appreciative ways of looking at other subjects. In Theory of Knowledge, there may not be right or wrong answers, but there are standards for judgment and defenses of knowledge claims. Critical thinking can take place when there is evaluation of the inquiry and its expression. Main topics covered include language, logic, mathematics, science, social studies, moral, political and aesthetic value judgments, knowledge, truth, and beliefs.

CREATIVITY, ACTION, SERVICE (CAS)

All diploma candidates are required to become involved in community service. A minimum of 150 hours over two years is required, ideally in a combination of creative, service oriented or physically active projects. Involvement with sports will count towards the action component hours. Most students are already involved in co-curricular activities, which exceed the minimum requirements. All students are required to keep an individual self reflection journal for their CAS activities.

EXTENDED ESSAY

Completion of a 4,000-word research paper in one of the IB examined subjects is required by the beginning of the senior year.

THE IB DIPLOMA: A TOTAL PROGRAM:

English (Junior & Senior year)

History 20th Century History History of the Americas

Second Language French or Japanese or Mandarin or Spanish Extended Essay Theory of Knowledge Community Service

Science Biology or Chemistry or Physics or Environmental Science

Math (Math Studies A & B or Calculus)

Arts or 6th Subject Theatre, Visual Arts, Dance, Technology, or second science

AP/IB CERTIFICATE

To receive an AP/IB Certificate, students need to complete the requireme nts and pass with a grade C or higher in three or more different AP/IB subjects, as well as the 60 hours community service credit recognized by MPI. An AP/IB Certificate will be awarded in the senior year. AP/IB courses taken in grades 11 and 12 will count towards the AP/IB Certificate.

REGISTERING IN AP AND IB COURSES

A goal at Mid-Pacific Institute is to have every student working at full potential, taking advantage of the many opportunities and challenges available in the school curriculum. Teachers and deans will recommend enrollment in AP and IB courses on the basis of the students grades, standardized test scores, a nd motivation. Final approval is made by the AP/IB Director. Students who have not been recommended for these courses but who would like to take on the challenge or need these courses to fulfill their future academic goals should consult with the AP/IB Director. All students registered in AP or IB courses are required to take the external examinations.

AP AND IB FEES

Fees for AP/IB examinations are due in August and are in addition to the regular school tuition. Any student taking an IB examination must pay the general administration IB fee and a subject fee per examination. The general administration IB fee is paid only once per year, regardless of how many overall IB examinations a student takes.

MID-PACIFIC EXPLORATORY PROGRAM (MPX)

MPX is an innovative, interdisciplinary program featuring a project-based curriculum as the primary focus of student work. It immerses students in such 21st Century skills as collaboration, effective oral and written communication, inquiry, and problem solving through handson work and community interaction. 9th grade MPX students will take a double block course in Humanities (which combines history and language arts) and another double block course in Engineering-Applied Science, which combines technology and biology laboratory science. 9th grade MPX students are required to take math courses in addition to enrollment in both MPX 9 courses. Students must have completed the Algebra I series before entering the MPX program. 10th grade MPX students will take a double block course in Humanities (which combines history and language arts) and another double block course in Engineering-Applied Science (which combines science and mathematics), which combines Algebra II, physics laboratory science and technology. 10th grade students who wish to pursue Pre-Calculus in grade 11 will be expected to attend additional tutorial periods. Student assessment will be based on portfolio assignments, projects, public exhibitions, self-reflections, essays, traditional exams and a culminating Presentation of Learning at the end of each semester. Digital Technologies are incorporated into the program as a medium for storytelling, creativity, research and learning presentations. Parents of MPX students will be strongly encouraged to offer their professional or subject expertise when appropriate, and to participate in the program as a liaison to the greater Hawaiian community outside the school. They are also strongly encouraged to attend student exhibitions and Presentations of Learning, as these will form the basis for the students overal l evaluation. Enrollment in this program is a year-long commitment. Students wishing to be enrolled in this program should consult with their dean. MPX 9 Field Trip fee: $50.00 MPX 10 Field Trip fee: $50.00

FRESHMAN HUMANITIES (1030 & 5030)

Offered to students in grade 9 This course meets the 9th grade Language Arts and Social Studies requirements. Though the content will be similar, this class will differ significantly from the other Freshman English and Social Studies options, replacing traditional methods of instruction and assessment with a project-based curriculum as the primary focus of student work. This curriculum will encourage students to synthesize their knowledge of both English and Social Students through participation in collaborative project design and execution. In their work, students will develop problem-solving skills as they prepare their projects for exhibition. Coursework will include more traditional assessments, such as essays and tests, as well as vocabulary and grammar instruction, as supplements to the projects. Students will explore the basic literary elements of fiction, poetry, and drama through appropriate readings, in conjunction with readings in world history. Media arts and technology are integrated into the curriculum.

YEAR COURSE

FRESHMAN ENGINEERINGAPPLIED SCIENCE (4030)

Offered to students in grade 9 Prerequisite: Completion of the Algebra I series This course meets the Biology and Technology for the 21st Century requirements. This course will focus on problem based; student directed learning utilizing the context of real world problems to engage students in understanding and applying core concepts in Geometry, Freshman Laboratory Science and Technology. Through their activities, students will demonstrate learning through portfolios, written documentation, and more traditional assessments. Students will also design and publicly exhibit projects based on studies of real-world problems and their solutions.

YEAR COURSE

SOPHOMORE HUMANITIES (1130 & 5070)

Offered to students in grade 10 This course meets the 10th grade Language Arts and U.S. History requirements. Though the content will be similar, this class will differ significantly from the other Sophomore English and Social Studies options, replacing traditional methods of instruction and assessment with a project-based curriculum as the primary focus of student work. This curriculum will encourage students to synthesize their knowledge of both English and Social Studies through participation in collaborative project design and execution. In their work, students will develop problem-solving skills as they prepare their projects for exhibition. Coursework will include more traditional assessments, such as essays and tests, as well as vocabulary and grammar instruction, as supplements to the projects. Students will explore the literary elements of fiction, poetry and drama through appropriate readings, in conjunction with readings in U.S. history.

YEAR COURSE

SOPHOMORE ENGINEERINGAPPLIED SCIENCE (4050)

Offered to students in grade 10 Prerequisite: Completion of Geometry A/B series This course meets the Algebra II A/B, Physics and Technology for the 21st Century requirements. This course will focus on problem based; student directed learning utilizing the context of real world problems to engage students in understanding and applying core concepts in Algebra II, Sophomore Laboratory Science and Technology. Through their activities, students will demonstrate learning through portfolios, written documentation, and more traditional assessments. Students will also design and publicly exhibit projects based on studies of real-world problems and their solutions.

YEAR COURSE

ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE (ESL)

GOAL
The goal of the ESL program at Mid-Pacific Institute is to prepare students with limited ability in the English language for a successful transition into the regular college preparatory curriculum at MPI and subsequently to study at a college or university in the United States.

PROGRAM

The program is intended to be flexible and is tailored to each students needs. Each students ability in the English languag e will be assessed upon entrance and an appropriate placement will be made in ESL classes as well as other classes in which the student shows the requisite skills necessary for success. Depending on the students ability in English and progress, students will enroll in one to four class periods of ESL, with the remaining periods being used for other classes taken for credit. Adjustments to a students course schedule and status within each course will be made at the end of each semester.

CREDITS FOR GRADUATION

The number and type of credits necessary for graduation are the same for all students, with the following exceptions made for ESL students: 1. The world language requirement (three [3] years of one language) will be replaced by two/three years (refer to World Language section) of ESL. 2. Credits received from a secondary school which offers instruction in a language other than English may be used to satisfy graduation requirements at MPI if the student shows competency and receives credit at a subsequent level (e.g., Algebra I credit received from a previous institution will count for graduation if the student receives credit for Algebra II at MPI). Additionally students may earn credit through examination in areas which are not sequential (e.g., World History).

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

The student must exhibit a willingness to learn and have a history of solid academic accomplishment in his/her native language. The standard application procedures are required with the exception of the SSAT (Secondary Schools Admissions Test) requirement, which is waived. The students proficiency in English is assessed through the SLEP (Secondary Language English Proficiency) test, an interview, and a writing sample. In addition, mathematical skills are tested for placement into the appropriate level.

SCHOOL CALENDAR

Frequently the yearly school calendar of the new students former school does not coincide with MPIs school year, which typically runs from September through May or early June. In such instances, students will be allowed to enroll in mid-semester; however, they will not receive academic credit for less than one semesters work.

SUPPLEMENTAL STUDY

Students are encouraged to continue their study of English during the months that MPI is not in session (June and July). MPI offers ESL courses in its summer session (mid-June through the end of July).

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ESL COURSES
ESL ACADEMIC WRITING BASIC (1920)
This course provides a foundation in academic and social writing presented through controlled and communicative exercises. The course will focus on complex sentence writing, letters, emails, advertisements and rhetorical paragraph writing. Grammar and vocabulary instruction will be built into writing lessons.

ONE YEAR-LONG COURSE

ESL READING BASIC (1922)

This course is designed to develop reading comprehension skills and promote reading fluency through both intensive and extensive reading. Students will work on strategies in identifying main ideas and supporting details. Students will also work on developing increased reading rates through extensive reading of both fiction and non-fiction. Vocabulary will be taught throughout the course.

ONE YEAR-LONG COURSE

ESL ACADEMIC SKILLS BASIC (1924)

This course is designed to improve academic listening and reading skills needed for mainstream courses. Identifying the main ideas, supporting arguments, and implied meanings of a variety of genres will be emphasized. Students will also learn notetaking, presentation and research skills while dealing with authentic topics. Media literacy and good digital citizenship will also be studied.

ONE YEAR-LONG COURSE

ESL COMMUNICATION BASIC (1926)

This course emphasizes the development of the daily communication skills needed in an American school and in daily life. Pronunciation, grammar, and vocabulary topics will be built into lessons to help students develop strategies for being polite, dealing with communication breakdowns, asking for clarification, and expressing their opinions clearly.

ONE YEAR-LONG COURSE

ESL ACADEMIC WRITING INTERMEDIATE (1930)

This course provides a foundation in academic or rhetorical writing integrated with grammar topics presented through controlled and communicative exercises. The course will focus on paragraph to multi-paragraph essays with explicit instruction in topic development, idea generation, connecting ideas, formatting, punctuation, and organization.

ONE YEAR-LONG COURSE

ESL COMMUNICATION INTERMEDIATE (1932)

This course continues to develop the oral skills students need for both social and academic communication. Students will work on oral projects like news reporting, presentations, interviews, and short TV skits while also focusing on the functional language needed in everyday conversation. Listening activities using both textbooks and authentic sources will be used extensively.

ONE YEAR-LONG COURSE

ESL READING/WRITING INTERMEDIATE (1934)

Building off the basic course, students will continue learning reading strategies needed to read both fiction and non-fiction to help prepare them for academic study in America, and to foster an appreciation of reading in general. Aside from finding main ideas and recognizing supporting arguments, students will learn other strategies such as inferring, recognizing opinion, predicting, and clarifying. Skimming and scanning will be practiced extensively to help prepare students for exams. Extensive reading will also be used to improve reading fluency, promote the enjoyment of reading and to improve vocabulary levels.

ONE YEAR-LONG COURSE

ESL - ACADEMIC SKILLS - INTERMEDIATE (1936)

Building off the basic course, this course will continue developing the academic listening and reading skills needed for mainstream courses. Students will work with a variety of genres and academic subjects. Media literacy and good digital citizenship will also be focused on. In addition, students will be expected to formulate opinions, synthesize information, do research and communicate their ideas to an audience throughout the course.

ONE YEAR-LONG COURSE

ESL READING/WRITING ADVANCED (1940)

Three components of reading, writing, and grammar make up this course to prepare ESL students for mainstream literature courses. The literature reading covers the topics of myths, short stories, autobiographies, biographies, essays, and poetry. The writing component covers academic essay writing based on the readings and includes comparison/contrast, analysis, and argumentation. The grammar component will be integrated with the writing and expose the students to alternatives for communicating their ideas in different ways based on the finer nuances of meaning.

ONE YEAR-LONG COURSE

ESL COMMUNICATION ADVANCED (1942)

While this course will continue to focus on the continued development of students communicative skills for social and academ ic situations, the balance will shift more towards academic communication. Using authentic sources, an advanced ESL text, and a variety of Ipad apps, students will discuss current events and academic topics and do collaborative projects to develop interpersonal competence and build the oral skills needed for spoken genres in mainstream courses.

ONE YEAR-LONG COURSE

ESL ENGLISH 9/10 (1944)

This course covers most of the material in the Language Arts curriculum for grades 9 and 10. Students are required to take this class for one academic school year and continue the class in the six-week summer session. The course includes literature study, vocabulary development, grammar and mechanics study, listening-speaking skills practice, persuasive essay writing, research work, and test preparation for the PSAT, SAT and TOEFL. Emphasis is on understanding spoken English, comprehending written materials and developing facility in the English language.

SUMMER AND YEAR LONG COURSE

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LANGUAGE ARTS
GRADUATION REQUIREMENT
4 Credits Two basic objectives direct high school language arts. One objective is to encourage an understanding and appreciation of the significance and artistry of literature; the second is to enable students to understand and appreciate the nuances of language and to use language confidently and competently. The curriculum of the Language Arts Department stresses the development of skills in reading, writing, speaking, and thinking. Classes provide an environment for lively discussions in which students learn to analyze challenging literature and to articulate their thoughts. The course sequences are differentiated primarily by the increasing complexity and sophistication in the writing expectations and in the works read. A broad range of literature exposes students to ideas and experiences from around the world, while frequent and varied writing assignments reinforce the expectation of clear, cogent, and confident expression. Students are required to be registered in an English course each semester and must pass each course in which they are registered.

FRESHMAN ENGLISH (1020)

This course is designed to expose students to the foundational literary concepts on which so much is built in the literary community. Literature in this course will encompass Greek mythology and biblical lore seminal sources which continue to resurface in literature and in varied aspects of culture in generalas well as Shakespeare and more modern works. Additionally, students will explore the basic literary elements of fiction, poetry, and drama. They will write both creative and analytical papers, with an emphasis on comparison/contrast essays, as they continue to enhance their vocabulary and polish their grammatical skills.

YEAR COURSE

FRESHMAN ENGLISH HUMANITIES (1030)

This course meets the 9th grade Language Arts requirement. See MPI Exploratory Program (MPX) section of course catalog.

YEAR COURSE

SOPHOMORE ENGLISH (1100)

Centered on the idea of the journey toward the American Dream, this class explores both the conce pt of a journey as well as the varied visions held by those in search of the Dream. Literature selections for this course examine the dream through the eyes and voices of those distinctive groups who define the dream or, perhaps, find themselves lost in its pursuit and alienated from society. In addition to literary study, this course also reinforces research skills, with students culminating the year with a major research-based assignment. Students will continue to refine their analytical skills through in-depth literary discussions and extensive writing practice, focusing primarily on literary criticism while developing their vocabulary and knowledge of grammar to help them communicate more precisely.

YEAR COURSE

SOPHOMORE ENGLISH HUMANITIES (1130)

This course meets the 10th grade Language Arts requirement. See MPI Exploratory Program (MPX) section of course catalog.

YEAR COURSE

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Juniors and seniors are required to take one writing course and one literature course each year. The Written Voice is a year-long course, so students who enroll in The Written Voice are not required to take a literature course that year.

WRITING COURSES
THE WRITTEN VOICE (1160)
Offered to students in grades 11 and 12 While literature courses search for meaning in an authors words, this course emphasizes the creation of meaning with the students own words. Students will examine what writers do -- their techniques and how they create meaning -- as they attempt to construct meaning of their own. By engaging in in-depth analyses of modes of expression (essays, speeches, letters, short story, novel, and poetry), students will study what writers do as they create and develop writing, both expository and creative, that is meaningful, precise, effective, and graceful. This course is recommended for those who are dedicated to exploring their own thoughts and experimenting with language. Students who enroll in the Written Voice are not required to take a literature course that year.

YEAR COURSE

MAKING A PERSONAL STATEMENT (1220)

Offered to students in grades 11 and 12 There are thousands of thoughts lying within a man that he does not know till he takes up the pen and writes .

SEMESTER COURSE, Offered Sem 1 only

William Makepeace Thackeray

We live in a world inundated with words. They can be seen in newspapers, magazines, journals, and anthologies, even heard on radio and television. The essay is a written extension of a persons desire to make a statemen t. The essay can range from the inflammatory to the sublime, from the vulgar to the refined, expressing a multitude of voices. This course explores the wide range of personal essay writing. Students will read and then imitate various forms of essay, from creative nonfiction to more formal thesis-driven, persuasive essays. In addition to studying form, students will learn to consider audience, purpose, tone, and selection of detail as they move through multiple drafts of each piece of writing.

EXPOSITORY WRITING (1300)

Offered to students in grades 11 and 12 Exposition is written expression that aims to explain, describe, define, or inform. Its exploratory nature invites intellectual inquiry and encourages writers to pursue questions and investigate issues. In attempting to enlighten, the writer uses words that clearly show what he or she is thinking and chooses an organizational pattern that best provides for understanding on the part of the reader. Since clarity requires strong organization, a focus of the course will be the various forms an essay can take, e.g. compare-contrast, cause and effect, narration, description, etc. Most expository essays are persuasive in nature, meaning the writer puts forth an assertion and defends it, and as such, this course provides the foundation for almost all academic writing.

SEMESTER COURSE, Offered both semesters

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Juniors and seniors are required to take one writing course and one literature course each year. The Written Voice is a year-long course, so students who enroll in The Written Voice are not required to take a literature course that year.

LITERATURE COURSES
A LITERARY LOOK AT SOCIETY (1200) SEMESTER COURSE, Offered Semester 1 only

Offered to students in grades 11 and 12 Authors often write within the context of their current experience and reflect upon their times. They find it difficult to separate themselves from the issues or events that permeate their lives. This course will examine the commentary writers have made on their social atmosphere, whether that is in the social, political, economic, religious, militaristic, or technological realm.

THE PSYCHE IN LITERATURE (1240)

Offered to students in grades 11 and 12 Human emotions exert a powerful and complex influence on human psychology and actions. The deep psychological intricacies of the human mind and the vast range of emotions existing in the human heart have fascinated authors and readers since the first written word. This class will examine the aspects of life that drive our behavior, focusing primarily on emotions and the stimuli that cause our emotional responses. The literature in this course will explore the complicated interplay between the human heart and mind, providing students with insight into human psychology, including, ideally, their own.

SEMESTER COURSE, Offered Semester 1 only

THE INDIVIDUALS JOURNEY IN LITERATURE (1260)

Offered to students in grades 11 and 12 The literature studied in this course encourages students to reflect upon the experiences surrounding us that move us out of a state of innocence and allow us to grow into experienced individuals. Students will look at literature that attempts to chronicle the human experience, thereby providing them with knowledge and experiences necessary for growth and enlightenment.

SEMESTER COURSE, Offered Semester 2 only

PERSPECTIVES ON WAR (1280)

Offered to students in grades 11 and 12 As we struggle to understand the very nature of war, we must ask: through war, do individuals ennoble or degrade themselves? War is never far from our consciousness and therefore intrigues us. Authors record wars, examining their social and emotional toll, supporting or protesting the policies associated with them, and contemplating the lessons they offer on human nature. In this course, students will examine novels, historical documents, poetry, letters, and other media capturing these defining moments. Ultimately, students should gain an understanding as to the role of the individual within the social context of war and the role of literature in examining the reasons for an impact of war; is it purely social commentary or is there an aesthetic, artistic purpose?

SEMESTER COURSE, Offered Semester 2 only

ARGUMENT AND RHETORIC (1320)

Offered to students in grades 11 and 12 Many people think of argument as something to be avoided or as a conflict to be won. In writing, though, argument tests the writers reasoning: we have to present our best thinking as a series of claims, reasons, and responses to imagined challenges, so that readers can see not only what we think, but whether they ought to agree. At its core, argumentative writing requires a real purpose, a real audience, a real" voice," and real reasons. This class will examine the techniques of rhetoric (defined as the art of persuasion in effective writing and speaking) and explore fallacies in logic.

SEMESTER COURSE, Offered Semester 2 only

LITERARY CONNECTIONS TO THE 21ST CENTURY WORLD (5400) SEMESTER COURSE, Offered both semesters; double period block

Offered to students in grades 11 and 12 This course satisfies credit of the Social Studies and credit of the Language Arts. This interdisciplinary course will combine the literary elements of a language arts class with the historical relevance of a history course. Students will make authentic connections to 21st century issues by analyzing social, political, and economic themes throughout literature. These will be applied to current topics and utilize a project-based format to make real world connections. Possible topics include: global warming, human trafficking, child labor, overpopulation, homelessness, and rights to water. One topic will be covered each semester on a rotating basis.

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IB ENGLISH COURSES
IB ENGLISH I (HL) (1555) YEAR COURSE

Offered to students in grade 11 Prerequisite: Departmental Approval This course is recommended for students who demonstrate a high ability in the language arts and is required for students in the IB Diploma program. Students enrolled in this course can expect rigorous study as they prepare for fulfilling some of the requirements for the International Baccalaureate assessments. Literary study in this course examines plays, novels, speeches, and poetry from American, European, and world literature from a variety of literary periods. A major objective of this course is to develop close reading skills and sophisticated writing skills so that students are capable of producing college-level work. Writing assignments will include literary analysis essays and creative pieces, as well as the major world literature paper that is part of the IB assessments*. Additionally, the class aims to work on students oral skills, with students completing multiple short presentations and at least two formal presentations. *All students enrolled in IB English I and II are required to complete all components of the IB Assessments to receive credit for the course. All students enrolled in this course are required to take the IB examination in the senior year, which is subject to an examination fee.

IB ENGLISH II (HL) (1557)

Offered to students in grade 12 Prerequisites: IB English I (1555) This course is a continuation of IB English I. Emphasis is placed on literary interpretation and analysis of poetry, non-fiction, short stories, novels and plays. Students will complete the IB assessments* this year, including the Formal Oral Commentary and the two examinations in May. Students will continue to build their vocabulary, produce more mature writing, strengthen critical reading skills, and refine oral communication skills. *All students enrolled in IB English I and II are required to complete all components of the IB Assessments to receive credit for the course. All students enrolled in this course are required to take the IB examination in the senior year, which is subject to an examination fee.

YEAR COURSE

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WORLD LANGUAGES
GRADUATION REQUIREMENT
3 Credits (Levels) of one World Language Credit will be given for Level I completed in grade 8 World Language Department courses are designed for students with little or no previous background in the language. Therefore, we recommend that students with considerable exposure either choose a new language or, if appropriate, register for the IB class in their chosen language. Those who choose neither of these options will be required to take the placement exam for Level 3 or above. An oral exam may also be necessary to determine exact placement. Continue to advanced levels of language study in preparation for IB requirements, college world language requirements or placement of college courses. May take IB French for Beginners (2-year course) or IB Japanese for Beginners (2-year course) or IB Mandarin Chinese for Beginners (2-year course) in grade 11. Completion of both years of these IB courses satisfies MPIs graduation requirement in World Language. Seniors enrolled in world language courses are urged to take the University of Hawaii Foreign Language Placement Tests offered in the spring. These nationally recognized tests give students immediate feedback as to the level of the world language in which they should enroll at the university level. All interested and recommended students will be offered the opportunity to take the national foreign language exams in the spring semester. The one-hour reading and listening comprehension test is given throughout the United States, and prizes are awarded to top scorers both nationally and locally. At year-end, students who have lower than a C average may be required to repeat their current level before advancing to the next. In order to be promoted to an IB level class, in any world language, students must average at least a C+ (or receive depart mental approval) in the level preceding the IB course.

LATIN I (2010)

Latin I is an introduction to the study of the classical language, as well as the ancient history, literature and culture of the Romans, which have provided the foundation for Western civilization. Emphasis is placed on improving each students knowledge o f English grammar and vocabulary through the study of Latin. Instruction focuses on grammar analysis and translation from Latin into English. The study of Latin is beneficial for SAT preparation.

YEAR COURSE

LATIN II (2020)

Prerequisite: Latin I This course is a continuation of Latin I. The study of vocabulary is expanded to include Greek as well as Latin roots, which will enhance each students verbal ability on the PSAT and SAT College testing. Students will translate adapted selections from Virgils AENEID as well as Latin versions of popular myths. Historical elements focus on the events leading up to and during the era of the Roman Republic. The class will participate in the National Latin Exam during the second semester.

YEAR COURSE

LATIN III (2030)

Prerequisite: Latin II This course completes necessary grammar elements and prepares students to read original excerpts in Latin prose and poetry. Study of the Roman Empire with an insight into the Julio-Claudian Dynasty of the 1st Century A.D. concludes the historical breadth within the three year timeframe. The components of language development, which will be achieved by the end of the third year, include six verb tenses in the active and passive voices and five noun declensions. The National Latin Exam will be conducted during the second semester. Material Fee: $15.00

YEAR COURSE

FRENCH I (2120)

This course introduces listening, speaking, reading and writing in French. The textbook is comprised of grammar lessons, dialogues, exercises and cultural notes and is accompanied by a workbook, listening/speaking drills, CDs, and DVDs. The course is often supplemented by extra cultural material. On completion of this first year, students should be able to handle basic communication in French.

YEAR COURSE

FRENCH II (2140)

Prerequisite: French I This course is a continuation of French I. Reading, writing, speaking and listening skills continue to be emphasized. Grammar is explored in a more intensive way. Strong emphasis is placed on developing skills in aural comprehension and speaking, and students are expected to orally discuss cultural topics and their own interests. Students should be able to converse competently on simple topics with a French speaking person.

YEAR COURSE

FRENCH III (2160)

Prerequisite: French II This course completes necessary grammar acquisition. Students do written and listening exercises and give presentations to practice and reinforce their vocabulary and grammatical skills. The course may provide an introduction to French literature in which students read

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works representative of various literary periods. Students may practice their writing skills with compositions and by keeping a weekly journal in French. France and French-speaking countries are viewed from a cultural, geographical and historical perspective. Students also participate in conversational activities that simulate situations they may encounter while visiting or living in a French-speaking society.

FRENCH IV (2180)

Prerequisite: Department Approval This course is a comprehensive review of all basic French grammar. It provides students with more advanced sentence structures, vocabulary and idioms. Analysis and reflection are important skills at this level. Students read literary and other works in French that are the bases of discussions and compositions. Various aspects of French culture are examined, depending upon the students interests . Students may prepare and present conversational activities that simulate situations they may encounter while visiting or living in a French-speaking society. Classes may be conducted primarily in French.

YEAR COURSE

IB FRENCH IV (SL) (2200)

Prerequisite: Department Approval The program involves considerable oral work, and classes are conducted primarily in French. Analysis and reflection are important skills at this level. As per the IB curriculum, many aspects of French culture, history and geography are explored through reading, writing and conversation. Exercises include numerous compositions, reading comprehension exercises, a study of chosen literary and other works, and intense reinforcement of grammatical structure. The IB program is graded on a 5-point scale, and IB students are required to do additional conversational and writing assignments. All students enrolled in this course are required to take the IB examination, which is subject to an examination fee.

YEAR COURSE

IB FRENCH FOR BEGINNERS (SL) (2230)

Tutorial course, available from grade 11 Prerequisite: Department Approval This course is designed for students who show a natural talent for second language learning. It is ideal for those pursuing the IB Diploma but also beneficial as a single IB course. It brings students to third year competency in two years. In addition to reading, writing and conversational skills, students learn about francophone culture, history and geography. The emphasis is on practical French-- how to communicate in public situations (at the airport, in stores, doing business). Demanding a mature approach to learning, this course places much of the responsibility for learning on the student, fostering the development of excellent study habits. The course is recommended for entering juniors who seek a two-year IB Language Certificate. All students enrolled in this course are required to take the IB examination in the senior year, which is subject to an examination fee.

TWO-YEAR COURSE

JAPANESE I (2260)

This course provides students with a strong foundation of the Japanese language through the development of the four languages skills: speaking, listening, reading, and writing. Mastery of the two phonetic alphabets is a major focus of the course. Hiragana is introduced in the first semester and katakana in the second semester. A few kanji are also introduced. This course covers essential vocabulary, basic sentence structures, and useful expressions, focusing on integrating the content with an understanding of Japanese culture. Purchase Chomen, Japanese Writing Tablet, from School Store

YEAR COURSE

JAPANESE II (2300)

Prerequisite: Japanese I This course is a continuation of the first level of Japanese. The course focuses on compound sentence patterns, and introduces more essential vocabulary and kanji. Approximately 20 new kanji characters are introduced in the year. Both written and verbal communicative activities center on students applying and synthesizing the material they have learned into personalized work. Purchase Chomen, Japanese Writing Tablet, from School Store

YEAR COURSE

JAPANESE III (2340)

Prerequisite: Japanese II This course is a continuation of Japanese II and focuses on more advanced sentence patterns, vocabulary and kanji. Polite and conversational speech styles and their usage are introduced. Approximately 50 new kanji characters are introduced in this level. Students will participate in communicative activities to apply the basic knowledge they have gained in the previous levels. Reading comprehension and writing activities will be presented. Students should be able to describe daily activities in speaking and writing assignments. Materials required. Purchase Chomen, Japanese Writing Tablet, from School Store

YEAR COURSE

JAPANESE IV (2400)

Prerequisite: Department Approval Students will continue to construct more complex sentences, building upon their three-year background. At this level, more emphasis will be placed on practicality. Authentic materials will be introduced. Students practice the language through projects, presentations, skits, etc. Academic vocabulary expansion, reading comprehension, writing activities and kanji expansion (adding 150 more) will be presented. By the end of the course students will be able to handle somewhat complicated reading materials and participate in simple discussions expressing their thoughts. Purchase Chomen, Japanese Writing Tablet, from School Store

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JAPANESE V (2420) IB JAPANESE V (SL) (2440)

Prerequisite: Department Approval This is the fifth level of linguistic, communicative and cultural Japanese as a world language. In this course, the students expand previously acquired skills. The class emphasizes more advanced language structures and idiomatic expressions in the use of listening, reading, and writing skills. This course exposes them to a variety of authentic materials (magazines, newspapers, programs on TV), and to the more commonly seen kanji that appear in typical Japanese media. Upon completion of this course, IB students should be able to recognize the 500 most frequently used kanji. All students enrolled in IB Japanese V are required to take the IB examination, which is subject to an examination fee. Material Fee: $15.00

YEAR COURSES

IB JAPANESE FOR BEGINNERS (SL) (2450)

Tutorial Course, available from grade 11 Prerequisite: Department Approval This course is designed for students who show a natural talent for second language learning. It is ideal for those pursuing the IB Diploma but also beneficial as a single IB course after meeting the MPI graduation requirement. It brings students to third year competency in two years. Therefore, the course is taught at an accelerated pace. Emphasis will be placed on reading, writing and speaking due to the style of the IB exam. Demanding a mature approach to learning, this course places much of the responsibility for learning on the student, fostering the development of excellent study habits. The course is recommended for entering juniors who seek a two-year IB Language Certificate. All students enrolled in this course are required to take the IB examination in the senior year, which is subject to an examination fee.

TWO-YEAR COURSE

MANDARIN CHINESE I (2800)

Students are introduced to Mandarin Chinese and Chinese culture. They will learn basic communication, as they develop the four skills of listening, speaking, reading, and writing in the language. Themes and topics will be student-centered and relevant to their daily lives. By year-end, students will be able to communicate at a basic level in Mandarin Chinese.

YEAR COURSE

MANDARIN CHINESE II (2820)

Prerequisite: Mandarin Chinese I This course is a continuation of Mandarin Chinese I. Listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills are emphasized and there is more focus on advanced sentence patterns, phrases, vocabulary and Chinese characters. Students will be introduced to approximately 250 new Chinese characters and should be able to create a conversation and make a presentation in class appropriate to this level. Students will participate in communicative activities to apply the basic knowledge gained in this class while drawing also from material learned in level I. They should be able to converse on each lesson in every unit and write simple compositions or short letters in Chinese.

YEAR COURSE

MANDARIN CHINESE III (2840)

Prerequisite: Mandarin Chinese II This course is a continuation of Mandarin Chinese II and focuses on more advanced sentence structures, grammar and vocabulary. Approximately 400 new Chinese characters will be introduced in this level. Students will be able to create a totally new content of composition from by a full development of writing skills and accurate grammatical structure. As in Chinese I and II, students will use Mandarin Chinese in communicative activities and also apply knowledge to their daily life and class discussions. Upon completion of this course, students will be able to perform group/individual presentations, or write compositions on their chosen topics and understand more about Chinese culture and customs.

YEAR COURSE

MANDARIN CHINESE IV (2860)

Prerequisite: Mandarin Chinese III This course is to provide students with opportunities to perform Intermediate- to Advanced-level tasks, and continue developing proficiency in listening, speaking, reading and writing Chinese. Students are expected to express themselves by oral presentations in class. Throughout this course, students will further develop their Mandarin Chinese language skills, culture and customs.

YEAR COURSE

IB MANDARIN CHINESE FOR BEGINNERS (SL) (2880)

Tutorial course, available from grade 11 Prerequisite: Department Approval This course is designed to introduce students to communicating effectively in Mandarin Chinese. It is particularly for those who would like to pursue the IB Diploma. Students develop their linguistic skills through a communicative and interactive method and become proficient in each of the four skills of speaking, listening, reading, and writing. By the end of this course, students will be able to request and give information, ideas, and opinions orally and in writing. They will be able to engage in conversations using comprehensible pronunciation and intonation, identify main ideas and draw conclusions from reading passages. The course is recommended for all juniors who seek a twoyear IB Language Certificate. All students enrolled in this course are required to take the IB examination in the senior year, which is subject to an examination fee.

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SPANISH I (2600)

This course is an introduction to the language, geography and culture of the Spanish-speaking world. Emphasis is on language skills in the following order: aural-oral, reading and writing. Fundamental vocabulary and idiomatic expressions dealing with daily life, and the following grammatical structures will be covered in this year-course: present indicative, present progressive (gerund), preterit, and future tense of high frequency, regular and irregular verbs.

YEAR COURSE

SPANISH II (2620)

Prerequisite: Spanish I This course is a continuation of Spanish I. Speaking, writing, listening, and reading skills are emphasized. Students will use Spanish in communicative activities to apply basic knowledge acquired in Spanish I and in this class. Students should be able to converse on simple topics and write simple compositions. Teacher may assign internet activities, video and in-class presentations and projects related to topics covered in class.

YEAR COURSE

SPANISH III (2640)

Prerequisite: Spanish II This course is a continuation of Spanish II and focuses on more advanced grammar and vocabulary. It is also an introduction to reading more complex texts and some Hispanic literature. As in Spanish II, students will use Spanish in communicative activities and also apply knowledge acquired in this class to write compositions, carry out internet activities, play linguistic games, make video and in-class presentations, and collaborate in projects. In this class, students will acquire skills required to successfully complete Spanish IV-IB.

YEAR COURSE

SPANISH IV (2660)

Prerequisite: Department Approval This course is a comprehensive review of all Spanish grammar. Students are required to use advanced sentence structures and more sophisticated vocabulary. Class is conducted in Spanish and students are expected to use Spanish in class as much as possible. As in Spanish II and III, students will do collaborative activities, video and in-class presentations, and projects related to the Hispanic world. Students will read Spanish newspapers as well and discuss current affairs. In this class students will consolidate lifetime skills that will allow them to continue independently study the language in more depth.

YEAR COURSE

IB SPANISH IV (SL) (2680)

Prerequisite: Department Approval This course is designed for students who wish to continue the study of Spanish and prepare for the International Baccalaureate exam. This program further covers advanced grammar and vocabulary using a grammar book and supplementary material provided by the teacher. Class is conducted in Spanish and students are expected to use Spanish in class as much as possible. Focus is on speaking, writing compositions, reading comprehension, and intense reinforcement of grammatical structure. As in Spanish, II, III, and IV, students will do communicative activities, video and in-class presentations, and projects related to the Hispanic world. Students will also read Spanish newspapers on a weekly basis and discuss current affairs. In this class students will consolidate lifetime skills that will allow them to continue independently study the language in more depth. All students enrolled in this course are required to take the IB examination, which is subject to an examination fee.

YEAR COURSE

SPANISH V (2700)

Prerequisite: Department Approval This course is for students who wish to continue advanced second language study. Emphasis is put on communicative competence in day-today transactional and social contacts. Listening comprehension, oral expression, reading comprehension and written expression are expanded upon using a variety of authentic materials. Class is conducted in Spanish and students are expected to use Spanish in class as much as possible.. Spanish V is in a combined class with Spanish IV.

YEAR COURSE

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MATHEMATICS SEQUENCE OF COURSES

All new students will be placed in an appropriate course, as determined by one or more placement tests and other criteria. All courses are semester courses and are offered both semesters, unless specified otherwise.

Algebra I-1

Algebra I-C

Algebra I-2

(8th grade summer school only)

Geometry A

*Algebra I, Geometry, and Algebra II are graduation requirements.

Geometry B

Algebra II-A

Algebra II-B

Pre-Calculus Foundations Pre-Calculus I Pre-Calculus II

(2nd semester only)

(Year-long course)

AP Statistics

Statistics

Mathematical Studies A or B

**With department approval, students may take Statistics, Mathematical Studies, or AP Statistics concurrently with Pre-Calculus or AP Calculus courses.

Mathematical Studies A or B

(Year-long course)

AP Calculus-AB

(2nd semester only)

AP Calculus-BC

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MATHEMATICS COURSES
GRADUATION REQUIREMENT
Completion of Algebra I, Geometry, and Algebra II Series Enrollment in a mathematics course is required until all graduation requirements in mathematics are completed. Students will be placed in mathematics courses according to demonstrated knowledge, experience and ability. To meet the minimum graduation requirements, students must successfully complete the Algebra I-Geometry-Algebra II sequence. Nearly all four-year colleges and universities expect that the student has satisfactorily completed Algebra II-B in order to be eligible for admission. Students planning collegiate work in business, education, psychology, the health sciences, and many of the social sciences should also plan to complete either the semester course in Statistics or Advanced Placement Statistics. Those who plan on college work in mathematics, the physical sciences, engineering, or architecture should plan to complete at least the Pre-Calculus sequence.

ALGEBRA I-1

Prerequisite: Department Approval This course is the first of a twosemester study of Algebra. Topics include variables, expressions, graphs, solving equations , inequalities, and functions. Students are expected to be active participants as they learn these concepts. The graphing calculator is used extensively throughout the course.

(3140) SEMESTER 1; (3150) SEMESTER 2

SEMESTER COURSE

ALGEBRA I-2

Prerequisite: Department Approval This is the second course of a twosemester study of Algebra. Topics include systems of equations and inequalities, exponents and exponential functions, polynomials and factoring, quadratic functions and equations, radical expressions and equations, and rational expressions and equations. The graphing calculator is used extensively throughout the course.

(3160) SEMESTER 1; (3170) SEMESTER 2

SEMESTER COURSE

GEOMETRY A

Prerequisite: Department Approval This the first course in a two-semester sequence in the study of Euclidean geometry. Topics include, but are not limited to, lines, angles, planes, relationships within congruent triangles, polygons and quadrilaterals, and the introduction to proofs. Students are expected to participate actively in problem solving and to communicate effectively during this course.

(3180) SEMESTER 1; (3190) SEMESTER 2

SEMESTER COURSE

GEOMETRY B

Prerequisite: Department Approval This course is the second of the two-semester Geometry sequence. Topics include but are not limited to similar polygons, special triangles and trigonometry, transformations, area, volume, and circles. Students are expected to participate actively in the investigation of each topic and to learn the relationships that exist with circles and lines. Students will learn to make connections between geometric and algebraic concepts. Geometry is studied as a mathematical system and the idea of proof is developed further. Graphing calculators are used regularly.

(3200) SEMESTER 1; (3210) SEMESTER 2

SEMESTER COURSE

ALGEBRA II-A

Prerequisite: Department Approval This is the first of a two-semester sequence of courses covering advanced algebra topics. Topics include, but are not limited to, linear systems, families of functions, and solving systems algebraically, with an emphasis on quadratic, polynomial and radical functions. Graphing calculators are used extensively.

(3300) SEMESTER 1; (3310) SEMESTER 2

SEMESTER COURSE

ALGEBRA II-B

Prerequisite: Department Approval This is the second of the two-semester sequence of courses covering advanced algebra topics. Topics include, but are not limited to, exponential, logarithmic and rational functions, sequences and series, and conic sections. Graphing calculators are used extensively. Only students who perform exceptionally well in both semesters of Algebra II and demonstrate mathematical maturity may be eligible to earn the departments approval to take Pre-Calculus I immediately after completing Algebra II.

(3320) SEMESTER 1; (3330) SEMESTER 2

SEMESTER COURSE

STATISTICS

Prerequisite: Department Approval This course provides an introduction to the analysis of data and provides a background for college level statistics courses that are required for majors in business, education, psychology, biological sciences, and many other fields. Course material will include descriptive statistics, probability distributions, hypothesis testing and correlation studies. The course also emphasizes applying criteria to evaluate data sources. This course may be studied concurrently with another mathematics course. A graphing calculator is required.

(3340) SEMESTER 1; (3350) SEMESTER 2

BLENDED, SEMESTER COURSE

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MATHEMATICAL STUDIES A (IB-SL) (3360)

Prerequisite: Department Approval This course provides an overview of mathematical topics including, but not limited to, an extensive coverage of statistics, number theory, mathematical modelling, geometry, and trigonometry. Students are required to complete an individual research project during the semester. The graphing calculator is used throughout the course. Students may complete Mathematical Studies B before taking this course. This course may be studied concurrently with another mathematics course. Completion of both Mathematical Studies A and B will prepare students for the IB SL Math Studies exam. This class is considered an IB course for students who are pursuing the full IB Diploma. Only IB Diploma candidates are required to take the IB examination, which is subject to an examination fee, after completing both semesters.

SEMESTER COURSE, Offered Semester 1 Only

MATHEMATICAL STUDIES B (IB-SL) (3370)

Prerequisite: Department Approval The second of these courses continues the overview of advanced topics that includes, but is not limited to, working with financial mathematics, set theory, logic, probability, derivatives, sequences, and series. The graphing calculator is used extensively throughout the course. Students may enroll in this course before taking Mathematical Studies A. This course may be studied concurrently with another mathematics course. Completion of both Mathematical Studies A and B will prepare students for the IB SL Math Studies exam. This class is considered an IB course for students who are pursuing the full IB Diploma. Only IB Diploma candidates are required to take the IB examination, which is subject to an examination fee, after completing both semesters.

SEMESTER COURSE, Offered Semester 2 Only

PRE-CALCULUS FOUNDATIONS

Prerequisite: Department Approval This is the foundation course for students who intend to study calculus. The course is rigorous, fast-paced and includes, but is not limited to, material from advanced algebra. There is an extensive study of functions with both real and complex zeros. Students learn to graph functions and perform operations on functions, including exponential and logarithmic functions. The graphing calculator is used extensively. This class covers concepts from the IB Mathematics SL curriculum.

(3440) SEMESTER 1; (3441) SEMESTER 2

SEMESTER COURSE

PRE-CALCULUS I

Prerequisite: Department Approval This course is devoted to the study of trigonometry, including analysis and applications of trigonometric functions. The graphing calculator is used extensively. Students must successfully complete this course before taking Pre-Calculus II. Only students who have performed exceptionally well in both semesters of Algebra II and have demonstrated mathematical maturity may be eligible to earn the departments approval to take this course immediately after completing Algebra I I. This class is considered to be part of the first year of IB Mathematics SL for students who are pursuing the full IB Diploma.

(3460) SEMESTER 1; (3461) SEMESTER 2

SEMESTER COURSE

PRE-CALCULUS II

Prerequisite: Department Approval Material covered in this course includes, but is not limited to, the study of parametric and polar equations, conic sections, vectors, sequences, series, and probability. Students must have successfully completed Pre-Calculus I in order to enroll in this course. The graphing calculator is used extensively. This class is considered to be part of the first year of IB Mathematics SL for students who are pursuing the full IB Diploma.

(3471)

SEMESTER COURSE, Offered Semester 2 Only

ADVANCED PLACEMENT STATISTICS (3500)

Prerequisite: Department Approval This course is the high school equivalent of a one semester, introductory college statistics course. Topics include exploratory analysis of data, development of a data collection plan, production of models using probability and simulation, and the confirmation of models using statistical inference. This course may be studied concurrently with another mathematics course. The graphing calculator and access to the Internet are required for this course. All students enrolled in this course are required to take the AP examination, which is subject to an examination fee.

YEAR COURSE

ADVANCED PLACEMENT CALCULUS-AB (IB-SL) (3510)

Prerequisite: Department Approval This is a first year, rigorous study of calculus. Topics studied include limits, functions, derivatives and their applications, integration and applications of the integral, and some elementary differential equations. The graphing calculator is a daily requisite. All students enrolled in this course are required to take the AP examination, which is subject to an examination fee. This class is considered to be the second year of IB Mathematics SL for students who are pursuing the full IB Diploma. Only IB Diploma candidates are required to also take the IB examination, which is subject to an examination fee.

YEAR COURSE

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ADVANCED PLACEMENT CALCULUS-BC (IB-SL) (3530)

Prerequisite: Department Approval This is an additional semester of calculus designed to prepare students to take the AP Calculus-BC exam. Material studied will include a study of limits; differential and integral calculus, including a variety of applications; parametric, polar, and vector functions; polynomial approximations and series. Graphing calculators will be used daily. Only students who have successfully completed AP Calculus-AB will be allowed to register for AP Calculus-BC. All students enrolled in this course are required to take the AP examination, which is subject to an examination fee. This class is considered an IB course for students who are pursuing the full IB Diploma. Only IB Diploma candidates are required to also take the IB examination, which is subject to an examination fee.

SEMESTER COURSE, Offered Semester 2 Only

COMPETITION MATHEMATICS (3600) - YEAR COURSE ( Credit)

Prerequisite: One year participation on High School Math Team and department approval GRADED: Credit/No Credit. Credit will be noted on 2nd semester report card. This course does not count towards the minimum number of courses per semester. Competition Mathematics reviews regular curricular mathematics and prepares students for competition in Oahu Mathematics League, American Mathematics Competitions, and the Hawaii State Math Bowl. The class will meet outside of regular school ho urs and will be taught by the math team coaches. Credit will be assigned based on participation and preparation. Students will be expected to attend study sessions, do assignments outside of those sessions, and compete within the class for the privilege of representing Mid-Pacific Institute at interscholastic mathematics competitions.

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SCIENCE SEQUENCE OF COURSES

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SCIENCE COURSES
GRADUATION REQUIREMENT
1 credit Biology, 1 credit Chemistry, 1 credit Physics Enrollment in a Science course is compulsory until all graduation requirements in Science are met. The goal of the science program is to help students acquire the basic knowledge and skills they will need to contribute constructively to the decision-making processes of a complex, dynamic society that is strongly influenced by science and technology. Effective participation in modern society requires that the individual be able to make accurate observations, perceive general patterns, make logical predictions, analyze information, and plan rational action. Additionally, the program is designed to assure that science-oriented students have the requisite academic background and laboratory skills needed for subsequent studies at the university level.

FRESHMAN ENGINEERING-APPLIED SCIENCE (4030)

Offered to students in grade 9 See MPI Exploratory Program (MPX) section of course catalog.

YEAR COURSE

SOPHOMORE ENGINEERING-APPLIED SCIENCE (4050)

Offered to students in grade 10 See MPI Exploratory Program (MPX) section of course catalog.

YEAR COURSE

BIOLOGY (4060)

This laboratory-oriented introduction to life science is a required course for all students not taking IB Biology. The course is devoted to studying the basic cellular structure and processes of animals, plants, and microorganisms, together with their ecology, genetics, and evolution. Human genetics and ethical issues relating to genetic engineering are also addressed. Using microscopes, computer-based sensors, and computer simulations, students will gather and analyze data and apply the scientific method to inquiry-based activities.

YEAR COURSE

IB BIOLOGY (SL) (4070)

Offered to students in grades 11 and 12 Prerequisite: Department Approval This more rigorous one-year introductory Biology course is meant to prepare students for the IB (SL) Biology examination. This lab-oriented course will cover the main topics of biology including cellular processes and chemistry, ecology, genetics, evolution, and human physiology. IB students will be required to keep a portfolio of their lab work for both internal and external assessment and take the IB (SL) exam. This course is required for students intending to take the higher-level AP/IB (HL) Biology course. Students enrolled in this course can elect to take the IB SL examination (unless continuing to the higher level), which is subject to an examination fee. Field Trip fee (includes dissection): $40.00

YEAR COURSE

AP BIOLOGY (IB/HL) (4090)

Offered to students in grade 12 Prerequisite: IB Biology (SL) and Department Approval This college level course in biology is geared to preparing students for the AP and/or IB (HL) exam in biology. Topics include biochemistry, genetics, evolution, ecology, biodiversity, and animal and plant form and function. Some labs may require extra time after school. All students taking this course are required to take the AP and/or IB (HL) examination, which is subject to examination fees. Field Trip fee: $15.00

YEAR COURSE

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CHEMISTRY (4110)

This introductory chemistry course is intended to provide students with a foundation in chemistry and is a required course for all students not taking the IB Chemistry course. After successful completion of this course, students would have the necessary chemistry background to major in science at college. All major chemistry topics are covered as well as applications of chemistry to everyday life.

YEAR COURSE

IB CHEMISTRY (SL) (4120)

Offered to students in grades 11 and 12 Prerequisite: Department Approval This is a more challenging introductory course that covers the basic concepts of chemistry (physical states, atoms and molecules, periodicity, solutions, acids and bases, chemical formulas, nomenclature and equations, stoichiometry, gas laws, reaction rates and equilibrium, oxidation and reduction, energy changes, and organic chemistry). IB students will be required to keep a portfolio of their lab work for both internal and external assessment. Students enrolled in this course can elect to take the IB SL examination (unless continuing to the higher level), which is subject to an examination fee.

YEAR COURSE

AP CHEMISTRY (IB/HL) (4130)

Offered to students in grade 12 Prerequisite: IB Chemistry (SL) and Department Approval This course revisits several of the areas covered in IB Chemistry (SL) in much greater depth and includes some totally new topics, such as balancing redox equations, molecular orbitals, and equilibrium problems. Students will be expected to study consistently on their own initiative and may be expected to review, out of class, the topics covered in IB Chemistry (SL). Students will be required to keep a portfolio of their lab work for both internal and external assessment. All students enrolled in this course are required to take the AP and/or IB (HL) examination, which is subject to examination fees.

YEAR COURSE

PHYSICS (4140)

Designed to meet the needs of todays scientifically literate citizen, this activity -oriented introductory course aims to be useful and interesting to students with widely differing skills, backgrounds, and career plans. Topics include mechanics, energy, electricity and magnetism, and waves. Each unit is made up of a wide variety of learning experiences, including multimedia presentations, computer-based simulations, and hands-on laboratory activities. Students will use computers in the gathering and analysis of data through the use of computer-based sensors and graphing programs. Projects are conducted every quarter; the second project in each semester is assessed in lieu of a final exam.

YEAR COURSE

IB PHYSICS (SL) (4150)

Offered to students in grades 11 and 12 Prerequisite: Department Approval This introductory course covers essentially the same material as in the introductory physics course but it is studied in greater depth and with more quantitative rigor. It is designed to satisfy the requirements of the IB Program Standard Level as well as prepare interested students for AP/IB (HL) Physics. IB students will be required to keep a portfolio of their lab work for both internal and external assessment. Students enrolled in this course can elect to take the IB SL examination (unless continuing to the higher level), which is subject to an examination fee.

YEAR COURSE

AP PHYSICS (IB/HL) (4170)

Offered to students in grade 12 Prerequisite: IB Physics (SL) and Department Approval This is a second-year physics course that is taught at the college freshman level. It has the dual purpose of preparing students for the Advanced Placement Physics B examination or the IB Physics-Higher Level examination. Students should expect a level of rigor similar to that found in a non-calculus based college freshman physics course. One of the primary objectives of this course is to give the student a solid foundation in the principles and techniques of physics. The focus will be on the application of these principles to the solution of problems. The material will be systematically developed with a level of mathematical rigor expected of college freshmen with the aim of developing rational thinking through problem-solving skills. Another objective is to develop in students an understanding and appreciation of the scientific process itself through experimentation and demonstrations. All students enrolled in this course are required to take the AP and/or IB examination, which is subject to examination fees.

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FORENSICS (4240)

Prerequisite: Completion of Science graduation requirements Limited number of sections available This is a one-semester investigative, lab-based science and technology course. Students will learn to observe, collect, analyze, and evaluate evidence found at crime scenes. Some of the many topics that will be covered are document authentication, fingerprint analysis, hair and fiber comparison, forensic anthropology, ballistics, blood and DNA analysis, and crime scene analysis. The culmination of the course will include the analysis of a simulated crime scene. Field Trip and Material Fee: $20.00

SEMESTER COURSE, Offered Both Semesters

OCEANOGRAPHY (4260)

Prerequisite: Completion of Science graduation requirements Limited number of sections available This one-semester course covers all areas of science as they apply to the ocean. The main emphasis of this course is on the biological and environmental aspects of the ocean. Instruction includes a mix of projects, hands-on activities and labs, multimedia presentations, supplementary readings, and field trips. Field Trip fee: $20.00

SEMESTER COURSE, Offered Both Semesters

AQUAPONICS (4280) BLENDED COURSE

Prerequisite: Completion of Science graduation requirements Limited number of sections available Aquaponics is the integration of aquaculture and hydroponics in a closed re-circulating system. Throughout this hands-on course, students will apply their knowledge in the biological and physical sciences to techniques in raising fish and plants together in an aquaponics system. In addition to learning about the basic components involved, students will develop the skills and knowledge needed to perform the day-today operations required to maintain a successful aquaponics system. By focusing on sustainability this course addresses the role of aquaponics in helping to solve global concerns such as threatened food supplies and increasing energy consumption. Field Trip fee: $20.00

SEMESTER COURSE, Offered Both Semesters

ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE (4300)

Prerequisite: Completion of Science graduation requirements Students will receive one elective credit. This hands-on activity based course will address the interrelationships between the natural environment and human activities. Major environmental topics to be studied include ecosystems, biodiversity and conservation, human populations, resources use, pollution management and global climate change. In addition to laboratory investigations and group projects, the course includes an essential element of fieldwork, which will be satisfied by on-campus activities and field trips. Field Trip fee: $100.00

YEAR COURSE

AP ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE (IB/SL) (4310)

Prerequisite: Completion of Science graduation requirements and Department Approval Students will receive one elective credit. This interdisciplinary college-level course aims to provide students with the scientific principles, concepts and methodologies required to understand the interrelationships of the natural world. Environmental problems are identified and evaluated and possible solutions are examined. In addition students explore their own perspectives and beliefs in order to identify their own environmental value system. The major topics central to this course include Earth systems and resources, ecology, population, land and water use, energy, pollution, and global change. Instruction includes lectures, laboratory/field work and projects. A mandatory two-day fieldwork trip is an essential part of the course. In addition to sitting for the exam, IB candidates will need to submit a portfolio of practical work for internal and external assessment. All students enrolled in this course are required to take the AP or the IB (SL) examination, which is subject to an examination fee. Field Trip Fee: $100.00

YEAR COURSE

INNOVATIVE DESIGN TECHNOLOGY (4900)

YEAR COURSE

Offered to students in grades 11-12 This course can meet one of the physical/laboratory science graduation requirements. Be prepared for lots of hands-on modeling, construction and building! This course introduces the design cycle modela fundamental concept underpinning the design process and central to a learners understanding of design activities. Each element of the design cycle represents how designers progress through the design process to refine the design solution in increasing detail. You will analyze and understand the strengths and limitations of designed prototypes and apply modifications, thereby participating in an iterative engineering design process. The topic then moves on to focus on the strategies that designers use to arrive at solutions to problems and the varied nature of the skills and knowledge they need to carry out their activities successfully. Hands-on topics will include, but will not be limited to; Design Process, Product Innovation, Green Design, Materials, Product Development, Product Design, Evaluation, Energy, Structures, Mechanical Design, and Sustainable Development. Using various 3D technologies and exploring several 3D modeling software packages you will turn your ideas into real products with cutting edge 3D printers and scanners. The course assumes no prior knowledge in design or technology.

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TECHNOLOGY
GRADUATION REQUIREMENT
Credit Technology for the 21st Century

TECHNOLOGY FOR THE 21ST CENTURY (4500)

Offered to students in grades 9-12 This course meets the Technology graduation requirement. Multiple technologies exploring multiple applications! This course offers a high-tech workshop for students to explore, investigate, design, prototype, and select projects designed to solve realworld issues in various technology fields. Topics to be introduced and explored may include, but not limited to; Mechanical Systems & Structures, Computer Graphics & 3D Design, Multimedia Design, Alternative & Renewable Energy, Robotics & Computer Control Technology, and Circuitry. Various software applications will be utilized to explore multiple topics including, post audio and music editing, architectural design, 3D prototyping & printing, and Desktop Publishing. Experiences may utilize 3D printing & scanning, LEGO Robotics, Arduino Microelectronics Systems, Laser Components, and Structural Stress Testing. Learners create custom ePortfolios in the form of iBooks using iBook Author to present learning.

SEMESTER COURSE, Offered Both Semesters

ROBOTICS (4540)

Offered to students in grades 9-12; students must take the required grade level courses for the year. This course meets the Technology for the 21st Century graduation requirement. This course is limited to one class. This course will use a hands-on approach to introduce the basic concepts in robotics, mainly focusing on the systems used in the Vex robotics curriculum. Course information will be tied to lab experiences; students will work in teams to build, test, and prototype increasingly more complex Vex-based mobile robots that attempt to solve the problems set for the Vex competitions. This course, basic concepts will be discussed, including programming, control systems, locomotion, pneumatic and electronic circuitry, computer aided design, stressing the importance of the integrated sensors, effectors and control. In the class, robot kits will be used in weekly exercises illustrating instructional material. This course is intended for students with interests in robotics, computing, creative problem solving, and teamwork. Participation in the competitions requires commitment for after school work at times during build season and willingness to attend weekend competitions a few times during the year.

YEAR COURSE

JAVA GAME DESIGN (4560)

Offered to students in grades 11 and 12 Prerequisite: Technology for the 21st Century Students will receive one semester elective credit. This course is designed to be an introduction into computer programming and covers the fundamentals of the Java programming language. Projects in this class will require students to design a series of increasingly complex interactive games that utilize concepts such as the console window, graphics, animation and threads. The course also teaches students problem-solving skills, pseudo-code, and project management.

SEMESTER COURSE, Offered Both Semesters

INNOVATIVE DESIGN TECHNOLOGY (4900)

YEAR COURSE

Offered to students in grades 11-12 This course can meet one of the physical/laboratory science graduation requirements. Be prepared for lots of hands-on modeling, construction and building! This course introduces the design cycle modela fundamental concept underpinning the design process and central to a learners understanding of design activities. Each element of the design cycle represents how designers progress through the design process to refine the design solution in increasing detail. You will analyze and understand the strengths and limitations of designed prototypes and apply modifications, thereby participating in an iterative engineering design process. The topic then moves on to focus on the strategies that designers use to arrive at solutions to problems and the varied nature of the skills and knowledge they need to carry out their activities successfully. Hands-on topics will include, but will not be limited to; Design Process, Product Innovation, Green Design, Materials, Product Development, Product Design, Evaluation, Energy, Structures, Mechanical Design, and Sustainable Development. Using various 3D technologies and exploring several 3D modeling software packages you will turn your ideas into real products with cutting edge 3D printers and scanners. The course assumes no prior knowledge in design or technology

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY IN A GLOBAL SOCIETY (4590)

BLENDED, YEAR COURSE

Offered to students in grades 11 and 12 Prerequisites: Completion of Technology for the 21st Century The information technology in a global society (ITGS) course is the study and evaluation of the impact of information technology (IT) on individuals and society. It explores the advantages and disadvantages of the use of digitized information at the local and global level. ITGS provides a framework for the student to make informed judgments and decisions about the use of IT within social contexts.

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Although ITGS shares methods of critical investigation and analysis with other social sciences, it also considers ethical questions found in the study of philosophy. Students come into contact with IT on a daily basis because it is so pervasive in the world in which we live. This widespread use of IT inevitably raises important questions about social and ethical issues that shape our society today. ITGS offers an opportunity for a systematic study of these issues, whose range is such that they fall outside the scope of any other single discipline. Students will: develop an understanding of the advantages and disadvantages of new technologies as methods of expanding our knowledge of the world at the local and global level, promote an understanding of the social significance of information technology for individuals, communities and organizations, analyze and evaluate the ethical considerations arising from the widespread use of information technology at the local and global level, and recognize that people can hold diverse opinions about the impact of information technology on individuals and societies.

IB INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY IN A GLOBAL SOCIETY (SL) (4600)

Offered to students in grades 11 and 12 Prerequisites: Completion of Technology for the 21st Century and Department Approval The Diploma Programme information technology in a global society (ITGS) course is the study and evaluation of the impact of information technology (IT) on individuals and society. It explores the advantages and disadvantages of the use of digitized information at the local and global level. ITGS provides a framework for the student to make informed judgments and decisions about the use of IT within social contexts. Although ITGS shares methods of critical investigation and analysis with other social sciences, it also considers ethical questions found in the study of philosophy. Students come into contact with IT on a daily basis because it is so pervasive in the world in which we live. This widespread use of IT inevitably raises important questions about social and ethical issues that shape our society today. ITGS offers an opportunity for a systematic study of these issues, whose range is such that they fall outside the scope of any other single discipline. IB Standard Level students will: develop an understanding of the advantages and disadvantages of new technologies as methods of expanding our knowledge of the world at the local and global level, promote an understanding of the social significance of information technology for individuals, communities and organizations, analyze and evaluate the ethical considerations arising from the widespread use of information technology at the local and global level, and recognize that people can hold diverse opinions about the impact of information technology on individuals and societies. Students taking the IB/Standard Level course are required to take the IB examination, which is subject to an examination fee.

BLENDED, YEAR COURSE

IB INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY IN A GLOBAL SOCIETY (HL) (4610)

Prerequisite: Completion of IB Information Technology In A Global Society (SL) The higher level Diploma Programme information technology in a global society (ITGS/HL) course is a second year study and evaluation of the impact of information technology (IT) on individuals and society. It explores the advantages and disadvantages of the use of digitized information at the local and global level. IB Higher Level students will: understand and critically examine the global impact of IT developments, demonstrate a knowledge and understanding of the social and ethical implications of IT systems and developments at the local, national and global level, analyze and evaluate the social and ethical implications of IT developments, express ideas clearly and coherently with supporting arguments and examples, design and apply IT solutions to a problem set in a social context through a project, analyze and evaluate relevant examples of the global impact of IT in a portfolio of individually researched studies, demonstrate an ability to synthesize and reflect on ideas, demonstrate an ability to project the global impact of IT developments, and research, analyze and evaluate relevant material and examples including reallife global or local interactions. Students taking the IB/Higher Level course are required to take the IB examination, which is subject to an examination fee.

BLENDED, YEAR COURSE

TECHNOLOGY/MEDIA INDEPENDENT STUDY (4620)

Offered to students in grades 11 and 12 Prerequisite: Departmental and Dean approval The Tech/Media Independent Study Program provides an educational experience based on self-motivation, personal commitment, and an individual approach to learning. Under the guidance of a faculty advisor, each student participates directly in the planning and development of a personalized educational experience. As a result, Independent Study develops interest and motivation rather than compulsion learning, thus stimulating a students desire to become a self -directed/lifelong learner. Guidelines: You should first meet with your Dean to determine if Independent Study is the best alternative to meet your educational needs. You should select an advisor who will assist you in designing the program and work with you for the duration of the project. You should complete the Independent Study Proposal form in consultation with your advisor and Dean. The proposal should contain specific books to be read, reports to be written, tests and/or exams to be taken, projects to be completed, or competitions to attend by the end of the proposed contract. .

SEMESTER COURSE, Offered Both Semesters

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SOCIAL STUDIES
GRADUATION REQUIREMENT

3 Credits (to include U.S. History) The Social Studies Department offers a sequence of courses which provide for an understanding of the geographic, social, political, economic, moral and spiritual issues of todays society. It is anticipated that the student will find answers to questions concerning t he values accepted in developed civilizations, the patterns of historical events which have produced the world that we know, and the geographical, economic, political and social forces at work in both the past and present. Skills in effective expression of ideas in both written and oral form are developed.

WORLD CIVILIZATION (5020)

Required in Grade 9 World Civilization is a yearlong required course examining the history of the world from the 19th century to the present. The course explores the history and culture of major civilizations with an aim towards familiarizing students with the institutions and thought systems that have had a significant influence on the modern world. A key objective of the course is to explain continuity and change through time and through individual events. World Civilization is concerned with individuals and societies in the widest context: political, social, economic, religious, technological, and cultural. In addition to providing an in-depth analysis of events and movements in world history, the course is designed to prepare students for the rigors of the International Baccalaureate program by emphasizing the development of 21st Century learning skills, including critical thinking and problem solving, collaboration, primary and secondary document analysis, independent research, and effective oral and written communication.

YEAR COURSE

WORLD CIVILIZATION HUMANITIES (5030)

This course meets the 9th grade Social Studies requirement. See MPI Exploratory Program (MPX) section of catalog.

YEAR COURSE

U.S. HISTORY (5060)

Required in Grade 10 U.S. History is a yearlong required course examining the history of the United States from the 17th century to the present. The course explores the political and economic development of the United States with an aim towards familiarizing students with the institutions and thought systems that have had a significant influence on our modern country. A key objective of the course is to explain continuity and change through time and through individual events. U.S. History explores the political, social, economic, religious, technological, and cultural aspects of our countrys origin. In addition to providing an in -depth analysis of events and movements in U.S. history, the course is designed to prepare students for the rigors of the International Baccalaureate program by emphasizing the development of 21st Century learning skills, including critical thinking and problem solving, collaboration, primary and secondary document analysis, independent research, and effective oral and written communication.

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U.S. HISTORY HUMANITIES (5070)

This course meets the U.S. History graduation requirement. See MPI Exploratory Program (MPX) section of catalog.

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All of the following course offerings for Juniors and Seniors will emphasize skills in reading; written and oral communication analyses, interpretation, and research. (Please note that some electives are offered in alternate years as indicated.)

HAWAIIAN STUDIES (5090)

Offered to students in grades 11 and 12 This course will involve a study of Hawaiian history from ancient Polynesia to present-day Hawaii. Emphasis will be on modern Hawaiian history and Hawaiis multiethnic culture. Possible topics include: Hawaiis fragile ecology, historical preservation, strengt hs and challenges of a multi-ethnic society, tourism, ethnic resurgence, Hawaii--the next two decades. The course will include class discussions, group projects, field trips, and guest speakers on Hawaiiana. Material Fee: $10.00

SEMESTER COURSE, Offered Both Semesters

GLOBAL ISSUES (5100)

Offered to students in grades 11 and 12 Global Issues is an elective course that provides students with knowledge, skills and attitudes necessary to live in an increasingly interdependent and complex global society. Students will develop a proficiency in the academic skills required to analyze and understand the complexities of todays world; demonstrate a substantive knowledge of the major issues and challenges facing our world at the present time and in the foreseeable future; develop an understanding of the complex natur e of individual, group and national interactions in todays world; and demonstrate the capability to become an active participant in the decisions effective the present and future of our planet.

SEMESTER COURSE, Offered Both Semesters

INTRODUCTION TO AMERICAN JUSTICE SYSTEM (5120)

SEMESTER COURSE

Offered to students in grades 11 and 12 NOT OFFERED SY 2014-2015 This one semester course will introduce students to the American legal system. Students will learn about the principles of law, the two types of courtscivil and criminal, due process and official legal procedures of the criminal justice system, crime and punishment, and tort Law. Students will be asked to interpret facts, analyze case studies, participate in role-play activities, as well as debate legal issues and current events. Field trip fee: $5.00

INTRODUCTION TO ECONOMICS (5180)

Offered to students in grades 11 and 12 This one semester course will introduce students to the study of Economics, emphasizing the importance of economic analysis in understanding the world around us. Students will examine, critically analyze, and explore economic principles, ideas, and concepts in a collaborative environment. Students will gain an understanding of Economic Systems, Supply and Demand, Markets and Prices, Business Organizations, Basic Investing, the Origins of Money, the Money Supply, the Federal Reserve, as well as Current topics in Economics.

SEMESTER COURSE, Offered Both Semesters

WORLD CULTURES (5220)

Offered to students in grades 11 and 12 This survey course introduces students to the major world religions and other cultural influences in regions around the world. Religions studied include but are not limited to Hinduism, Judaism, Islam, Christianity, and Buddhism. These world religions will be used as a springboard to explore other cultural components. Besides investigating religious elements, the cross-talk between society and religion and how one influences the other will be discussed. As such, students will learn about cultural aspects influenced by religion such as government, economics, and the arts. This course will empower students to engage in religious and social dialogue in an informed way. This will be accomplished through hands-on and interactive activities. The goal of this course is to educate students on the basic principles of the major world religions through a fun and meaningful way such that they will be informed global citizens capable of navigating social and political issues with religious roots. Field trip fee: $5.00

SEMESTER COURSE, Offered Both Semesters

ASIAN STUDIES (5240)

Offered to students in grades 11 and 12 This one semester course provides students with an understanding of China, Japan, Korea, and India, Asias superpowers of the 21st century. Students will learn how these four nations are full of paradoxes, prosperous and post modern, but all are still struggling with century old traditions, strained relations with one another, economic, global, and unforeseen environmental challenges. Students will examine the development of Asian civilizations in the areas of geography, society, philosophy, economics, politics, religion, literature, art, culture, and history.

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LITERARY CONNECTIONS TO THE 21ST CENTURY WORLD (5400) SEMESTER COURSE, Offered both semesters; double period block

Offered to students in grades 11 and 12 This course satisfies credit of the Social Studies and credit of the Language Arts. This interdisciplinary course will combine the literary elements of a language arts class with the historical relevance of a history course. Students will make authentic connections to 21st century issues by analyzing social, political, and economic themes throughout literature. These will be applied to current topics and utilize a project-based format to make real world connections. Possible topics include: global warming, human trafficking, child labor, overpopulation, homelessness, and rights to water. One topic will be covered each semester on a rotating basis.

PRESERVING OUR HERITAGE WITH TECHNOLOGY (5900)

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Offered to students in grades 11 and 12 This course satisfies credit of the Social Studies and the Technology graduation requirement. In this course, students will gain a deeper understanding of specific historic events while preserving the sites associated with these events using advanced digital scanning technologies. The primary focus of this course will be a project-based curriculum that encourages students to synthesize Social Studies with Technology. Students will work with community-based clients and historical societies to create exact digital models of historic sites while understanding the Social Studies concepts associated with them. Students will be responsible for presenting their work and findings to authentic audiences using public speaking and interpersonal skills. Through a partnership with the Cyber Archive organization (cyark.org), students will become proficient in the digital scanning technologies and will contribute scans of selected sites to the official CyArk database.

THEORY OF KNOWLEDGE

Prerequisite: Department Approval IB Diploma Seniors (5300) 1st semester only All IB Diploma students are to register for this course. IB Diploma Juniors: Semester one will be used to cover IB related coursework and semester two will be the Theory of Knowledge course. IB Diploma Seniors: Theory of Knowledge first semester only. This course will provide students with an understanding of knowledge as a scientist, an artist, a historian, etc. Critical thinking skills are developed wherein students learn to evaluate what they know and how they know it. The inter-relation of knowledge in all subject areas is explored. By exposing the relationship between subjects, a deeper understanding of the world we live in is obtained. The focus of the course is on inquiry. The spirit of inquiry encourages more appreciative ways of looking at other subjects. In Theory of Knowledge, there may not be right or wrong answers, but there are standards for judgment and defenses of knowledge claims. Critical thinking can take place when there is evaluation of the inquiry and its expression. Main topics covered include language, logic, mathematics, science, social studies, moral, political and aesthetic value judgments, knowledge, truth, and beliefs. Material Fee for Theory of Knowledge (5290): $8.00 Material Fee for Theory of Knowledge (5300): $8.00

IB Diploma Juniors (5280) 1st semester & (5290) 2nd semester

IB HISTORY OF THE AMERICAS (HL) (5550)

Offered to students in grade 11 Prerequisite: Department Approval This course covers major developments in North/South America from the 18th through the 20th century, including: independence movements; the challenges of 19th century nation-building; the emergence of the Americas in global affairs; the rise of nationalism and populism; the Great Depression; and the Civil Rights Movement. The nations of Mexico, Argentina, Brazil, and the U.S. receive close attention, though all nations in the region will be touched upon. Within each section political, economic, and social issues are considered and, when relevant, cultural aspects are included. Those who also take the one year IB History of the Americas course will be required to take the Higher Level IB examination in the senior year, which is subject to an examination fee.

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IB TWENTIETH CENTURY HISTORY (HL) (5570)

Offered to students in grade 12 Prerequisite: Department Approval Following an introductory unit on the revolutions of the 18th Century and the isms (nationalism, socialism, imperialism) of the 19th Century, students examine the major events and themes of the global experience in the 20th Century. In addition to the political themes of war and peace and the rise of new nations, the social, economic, art, and scientific history of the period is explored. All students enrolled in this course are required to take the IB examination, which is subject to an examination fee.

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MID-PACIFIC INSTITUTE SCHOOL OF THE ARTS (MPSA)

DANCE - THEATRE ARTS -MUSIC - VISUAL ARTS - DIGITAL MEDIA
GRADUATION REQUIREMENT
2 Credits in the arts Mid-Pacific Institute School of the Arts (MPSA) offers training in various performing and fine arts disciplines including Contemporary Dance, Ballet, Hula, Acting, Musical Theatre, Symphonic Bands, Vocal Ensemble, Jazz Band, String Ensemble, Visual Arts, and Media Arts for students in grades 6-12. All students enrolled in classes at MPI fulfill their MPI graduation requirements for arts and electives with courses selected from the classes that MPSA offers and have the opportunity to be trained by the MPSA faculty, who are accomplished teachers as well as noted, working artists. Students who are interested in more serious arts training beyond the MPI arts requirements may apply through a separate application process to the MPSA Certificate Program. Each performing and fine arts discipline follows a prescribed curriculum.

MPSA CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS

MPSA Certificate application required. Please refer to the MPSA Certificate Program booklet for detailed information about each individual performing and fine arts certificate program curriculum, which can be attained through the MPSA office or via Edline. Students who are accepted to the MPSA Certificate program and successfully complete the requirements for the Certificate program for each school year will receive graduation credits, a yearly certificate, and notation on their transcripts. Central to the philosophy of the Mid-Pacific Institute School of the Arts is a commitment to both art and academics. The MPSA certificate transcript notation indicates to college admissions officers that the prospective student has completed a rigorous academic and arts curriculum and has been expected to acquire the requisite knowledge, discipline, self-confidence, leadership, and communication skills necessary for success in any field. Students may participate in the MPSA Certificate program on a year-by-year basis and may choose a different arts discipline for the following school year, but must meet all acceptance requirements. Students interested in the MPSA Certificate Program should contact the director of MPSA or their arts teacher for further information and to obtain a MPSA Certificate Program application. Students choosing to take only one arts class need not submit an application for the MPSA Certificate Program. THE MPSA CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS AVAILABLE ARE: Dance (Ballet and Contemporary Dance) (grades 9-12) Theatre Arts (Acting or Musical Theatre) (grades 9-12) Dance/Hula (Contemporary Dance and Hula) (grades 9-12) Music (grades 10-12) Visual Arts (grades 10-12) Digital Media Arts (grades 10-12)

DANCE
Students may elect to fulfill a maximum credit of the PE requirement through the successful completion of Contemporary Dance I-VII. Dance Certificate students can fulfill a maximum of one credit PE (at least credit of the PE requirement must be earned by completion of a PE Course). MPSA Certificate students in grade 12 are required to take one year of Contextual Studies in Dance, for which they will receive credit for Social Studies. Students who receive a passing grade in a course do not automatically advance to the next level of technique. Technique levels are determined by the faculty. Dance Certificate students must reapply for admission into dance certificate classes yearly. A passing grade does not automatically advance students to the next technical level or indicate students will be accepted back into the dance certificate program. Yearly class placement is by audition and/or recommendation of the MPSA dance instructors. Students who have not been accepted back into the Ballet/Dance certificate program have the option of taking Dance I (610), II (611), III (612), or IV/V (613). Attendance at school and community dance concerts may be required for course credit. The following courses are offered to the serious dance student and must be taken concurrently :

BALLET III (6000) and CONTEMPORARY DANCE III (6010)

Offered to students in grades 9-12 Prerequisite: Department Approval This course may be repeated for credit. These courses are designed to challenge the intermediate/low intermediate dancer in classical ballet and contemporary dance. The following courses are offered to the serious dance student and must be taken concurrently :

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BALLET IV (6020) and CONTEMPORARY DANCE IV (6030)

Offered to students in grades 9-12 Prerequisite: Department Approval This course may be repeated for credit. These courses are for the intermediate dancer in classical ballet and contemporary dance.

TWO, YEAR-LONG COURSES

BALLET V (6040) and CONTEMPORARY DANCE V (6050)

Offered to students in grades 9-12 Prerequisite: Department Approval This course may be repeated for credit. These courses are for the high intermediate dancer in classical ballet and contemporary dance.

TWO, YEAR-LONG COURSES

BALLET VI (6060) and CONTEMPORARY DANCE VI (6070)

Offered to students in grades 10-12 Prerequisite: Department Approval This course may be repeated for credit. These courses are for the advanced dancer in classical ballet and contemporary dance.

TWO, YEAR-LONG COURSES

BALLET VII (6080) and CONTEMPORARY DANCE VII (6090)

Offered to students in grades 10-12 Prerequisite: Department Approval This course may be repeated for credit. These courses are for the advanced dancer in classical ballet and contemporary dance.

TWO, YEAR-LONG COURSES

The following contemporary dance courses are open to all students and may be taken individually or in combination with other courses for the Theatre Arts and Dance/Hula Certificate program. Class placement is by audition and/or department approval:

DANCE I (6100)

Offered to students in grades 9-12 This course may be repeated for credit. This course is designed for the student who has had very little or no dance training. The basics of jazz dance as well as barre exercises will provide the technical foundation for the class.

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DANCE II (6110)

Offered to students in grades 9-12 This course may be repeated for credit. This course is a continuation of basic jazz technique as well as barre exercises at a low intermediate level. Previous training is required.

YEAR COURSE

DANCE III (6120)

Offered to students in grades 9-12 This course may be repeated for credit. This course is designed for a more serious dance student. Jazz dance technique as well as barre exercises at an intermediate level are the basis of the course. Previous training is required.

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DANCE IV/V (6130)

Offered to students in grades 9-12 This course may be repeated for credit. These courses are designed for a more serious dance student. Jazz dance technique as well as barre exercises at a high intermediate/advanced level are the basis of the course. Previous training is required. Elements of improvisation and basic choreographic exercises are also included in the course.

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CONTEXTUAL STUDIES IN DANCE (6230)

Required course for all MPSA Dance Certificate students in grade 12 and must be taken concurrently with Ballet and Contemporary Dance. MPSA Certificate students may elect to take this course as a core course with prior approval only. MPSA Certificate students will receive credit for Social Studies. This course provides a core body of understanding integrating the study of dance in its historical contexts with an introduction to the observable features of dance works. Students will develop skills in dance analysis. An understanding of the development of Western theatrical dance will be established, highlighting artistic and contextual issues from the 16th through early 21st centuries and the historical context for the development of the dance techniques and language used today. The course will introduce students to processes of dance research in conjunction with developing skills in movement observation and description and composition. Students will develop their ability to accurately communicate through verbal and written communication. Both aspects of the course will integrate a range of dance examples and resource materials. Additionally, this course provides opportunities for students to generate, define and refine movement ideas and to realize these ideas in performance. Emphasis will be placed on the rudiments of dance composition using experiential learning that employs the key skills of shape (body form), dynamics, space and time (both as rhythm and as duration).

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IB Dance (SL/HL) (6240)

Offered to students in grades 11 and 12 Prerequisite: Department Approval and Concurrent Enrollment in the MPSA Certificate Dance Program These year-long courses are designed for students to experience performance and choreographic skills, while gaining critical and historical understanding of the artistry of various dance styles, traditions and cultures. Written components include a World Dance Investigation, and a paper documenting the choreographic process of one significant work. Students are required to be involved in additional afterschool rehearsals and performances beyond the regular MPSA dance requirements. All students enrolled in this course are required to take the IB examination in the senior year, which is subject to an examination fee.

TWO-YEAR COURSE

HULA: HAWAIIAN CHANT AND DANCE

The classes in Hula are offered to students in grades 9-12. All levels of Hula may be repeated for credit. Students may elect to fulfill a maximum of credit PE through the successful completion of any one level of Hula. Students interested in the Mid-Pacific Institute School of the Arts Certificate Program may participate in the Dance/Hula program. MPSA Certificate students may elect to fulfill a maximum of one credit of PE with two years in the program. Students in the Hula Certificate program are required to take Contextual Studies in Dance during their senior year, for which they will receive credit for Social Studies. Class placement is by audition or by the recommendation of an MPSA dance or hula instructor. Rehearsals and performances may be occasionally scheduled outside the school day and will be required for credit. Attendance at school and community performances will also be required for credit.

HULA I: HAWAIIAN CHANT AND DANCE

Prerequisite: Department Approval Course content is designed to develop an awareness of, and appreciation for both the ancient and modern hula styles, and to encourage the study of the Hawaiian culture and language. No previous hula training is necessary. Boys will learn terminology and basic hula steps with an emphasis on a distinct male style. Girls will be required to provide five yards of calico material for a dance skirt. (The instructor will give specifications and directions for sewing the calico skirt which will be worn during all class sessions.)

(6150) Boys; (6160) Girls

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HULA II: HAWAIIAN CHANT AND DANCE

Prerequisite: Department Approval This course enables students to further their study of the hula and expand their repertoire of dances. Students review the hula learned in the introductory course and continue to learn more advanced hula. In addition, the course enhances the knowledge of the history, language, geography and other related aspects of the Hawaiian culture. Girls must provide a calico skirt as noted in Level I.

(6170) Boys; (6180) Girls

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HULA III: HAWAIIAN CHANT AND DANCE

Prerequisite: Department Approval Hula III enables serious students of the hula to continue their study of Hawaiian chants and dances. Students will increase their repertoire of hula as well as review those learned in Levels I and II. Through the hula, students will continue to enhance their knowledge of the history, language, and other aspects of the Hawaiian culture. Girls must provide a calico skirt as noted in Level I.

(6190) Boys; (6200) Girls

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HULA IV: HAWAIIAN CHANT AND DANCE

Prerequisite: Department Approval Hula IV enables students who have completed Hula III or who have had extensive training to continue their study of the more complex chants and dances. Students will increase their knowledge of the Hawaiian language and its usage in Hawaiian poetry in both the traditional and the modern mele. Choreography and research in the background and origin will be an integral part of this highest level in the study of the hula. Further emphasis on the male/female style will be continued.

(6210) Boys; (6220) Girls

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INSTRUMENTAL AND VOCAL MUSIC

Placement in the music program is based on technical ability. Students in grades 10-12 may elect to participate in the MPSA Music Certificate Program. Music Certificate students are required to take one semester Music History in either grade 11 or 12 for which credit for Social Studies will be granted. Students in grades 11 and 12 are required to fulfill the one semester credit course in Music Theory and Composition through an independent study. All music classes may be repeated for credit. Attendance at rehearsals and performances, which are scheduled outside of the school day, are required for credit in all classes. Attending school and community performances may also be required for credit. Students in the Hawaii Youth Symphony may receive notation on their transcript with a CR/NC for their participation. Band/Orchestra Instrument Rental (if needed): $125.00; Band Percussion Rental (if needed): $65.00.

BEGINNING ORCHESTRA (6280)

Offered to students in grades 9-12 This course may be repeated for credit. This course may be selected by 7th graders in place of Performing and Visual Arts Exploration but it is also available to students in all grade levels. Beginning Orchestra students will learn basic string and musicianship skills for violin, viola, cello and bass through a combination of individual attention and class participation in order to select one instrument best suited for the student. Students are introduced to reading, fingering and bowing skills as they learn to play simple melodies from folk and classical repertoire. Performances will be required. Orchestra Instrument Rental (if needed): $125.00

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INTERMEDIATE ORCHESTRA (6290)

Offered to students in grades 9-12 Prerequisite: Beginning Orchestra, audition and/or Department Approval This course may be repeated for credit. Intermediate Orchestra is a continuation of the studies of the skills and techniques initiated in Beginning Orchestra. Special attention will be applied to developing vibrato and studying varied bow strokes. The repertoire will include some of the standards in the string literature in arrangements suitable for the class. Performances will be required. Orchestra Instrument Rental (if needed): $125.00

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ADVANCED ORCHESTRA (6300)

Offered to students in grades 9-12 Prerequisite: Intermediate Orchestra, audition and/or Department Approval This course may be repeated for credit. The Advanced Orchestra class will focus on refinement of stringed instrument technique with an emphasis on ensemble playing and performance. The repertoire will be challenging and will be chosen to explore important pieces and composers from our Western art music tradition. Vibrato, tone production and variation, and rhythmic accuracy will be areas of special attention. Performances will be required and students are expected to put in sufficient practice time outside of school. Orchestra Instrument Rental (if needed): $125.00

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SYMPHONIC BAND (6320)

Offered to students in grades 9-12 Prerequisite: Department Approval by audition This course may be repeated for credit. Students enrolled in Symphonic Band will continue to develop their musicianship, technical ability and sight-reading skills before entering the Wind Ensemble. Symphonic Band members will be challenged in their development to perform more difficult and varied styles of music. Performances will be required. Band Instrument Rental (if needed): $125.00; Band Percussion Rental (if needed): $65.00

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WIND ENSEMBLE (6330)

Offered to students in grades 9-12 Prerequisite: Department Approval by audition This course may be repeated for credit. Members of the Symphonic Band concentrate on mature tone production, ensemble balance, phrasing, dynamics, interpretation, and general musicianship, as well as other areas important to the development of individual and ensemble techniques. Since this is the most advanced band ensemble at MPI, the group represents the school at many athletic events and concerts during the school year. Rehearsals and performances outside the school day are required for credit. Attendance at school and community performances will also be required for credit. Band Instrument Rental (if needed): $125.00; Band Percussion Rental (if needed): $65.00

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JAZZ BAND (6340)

Offered to students in grades 10-12 Prerequisites: Department Approval by audition and concurrent enrollment in a Band class This course may be repeated for credit. The Jazz Band provides an avenue of musical expression not found in the traditional concert band experience. Emphasis will be placed in the study and interpretation of jazz (the uniquely American musical art form) and popular music. Students will study the art and techniques of musical improvisation and the technical skills used in jazz performances. MPSA Music Certificate students will be expected to complete independent study on music topics such as composition projects, music history, music theory, use of technology in music and other research topics as determined by the instructor. Band Instrument Rental (if needed): $125.00

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MUSIC THEORY (6350)

Tutorial course, available from grade 10 Prerequisite: Three or more years of experience on one instrument or teacher consent Required for all MPSA Music Certificate students. This course may be repeated for credit. This course will be similar to a college level music theory course that takes students through the progression of music theory from the Baroque period of music through the present day and will reinforce the theory that is being studied with composition projects. Students will be introduced to music composition software to create their works and arrangements of pieces. Specifically, the course will look at musical form and its importance through history, the evolution of intervals and chord progressions, and voice leading and orchestration. Emphasis will be placed on creating works that are musically appropriate for the time period and students will work both in groups and individually on their projects. Regular presentations or performances of student work plus critiques of their works will happen over the course of the semester and the class will end with a concert of some of the best pieces.

SEMESTER COURSE, Semester 2 Only

HAWAII YOUTH SYMPHONY (6360)

Offered to students in grades 10-12 Prerequisite: Must be accepted to the Hawaii Youth Symphony through an audition This course will not fulfill the MPI Performing & Visual Arts graduation requirement but can be counted as one of the required electives. *Students in the Hawaii Youth Symphony may receive notation on their transcript with a CR/NC for their participation. This course will give students a chance to participate in a professional student orchestra and to train with other serious students from all of Oahu. Students must audition and be accepted into the Youth Symphony. Classes are held at the University of Hawaii, Manoa campus every Sunday for three-and-one-half hours during the entire school year. Additional hours during the week may be required for rehearsals and performances. Students will be expected to participate in two concerts scheduled at the Neal Blaisdell Concert Hall. Students interested in learning more about the auditioning process should contact the Executive Director of the Hawaii Youth Symphony Association at 941-9706. *Upon acceptance by the Hawaii Youth Symphony, students must contact the Director of Mid-Pacific School of the Arts and their grade level dean in order to receive MPI credit for participation.

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MUSIC HISTORY (6370)

Offered to students in grades 11 and 12 Required course for all MPSA Music Certificate students. MPSA Music Certificate students in grade 12 can elect to take this course as a core course with prior approval only. MPSA Music Certificate students will receive credit for Social Studies. Non-certificate students will receive arts or elective credit. The main objective of this course is to offer a historical survey of dance from pre-history to the modern day. Music is a clear reflection of significant trends and events of history and is a reaction to the existing social, political and economic conditions. By examining the forces of humanitys creative energies, students will gain a better understanding of the role of music in society. The course will incl ude lectures, group discussion and field trips to art events. Field Trip Fee: $50.00

SEMESTER COURSE, Semester 1 Only

VOCAL ENSEMBLE I (6380) VOCAL ENSEMBLE II (6390) VOCAL ENSEMBLE III (640) VOCAL ENSEMBLE IV (6410)

Offered to students in grades 9-12 Prerequisite: Completion of previous level These courses focus on learning and practicing vocal techniques which will develop and enhance the quality of a students singing vo ice. Students will also practice techniques that will develop their performance skills. Students will sing as a group in the format of a vocal show group/musical theatre chorus and a jazz vocal ensemble. All styles of music will be covered including classical, jazz, contemporary and musical theatre. Students will NOT be required to sing by themselves; however, there will be opportunities for solo and duet singing for interested students. This course is also part of the Theater Arts Certificate Program.

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IB Music (SL/HL) (6430)

Prerequisite: Department Approval and Concurrent Enrollment in the MPSA Music Certificate Program Offered to students in grades 11 and 12 The course is designed to promote greater awareness and understanding of both the power and variety of musical experiences. Topics include a study of music in western society, international music, basic musical literacy, and music theory. This study of music is concerned with elements of music, and the music of numerous cultures and eras. Both worldwide and historical perspectives are required of students, as well as a commitment to creating and performing music. All students enrolled in this course are required to take the IB examination in the senior year, which is subject to an examination fee.

TWO-YEAR COURSE

THEATRE ARTS
Theatre arts classes are offered to students in grades 9 through 12. Those students who choose to participate in the Theatre Arts Certificate Program in either theatre or musical theatre must take an Acting class along with either Vocal Ensemble, Dance or Film production (or Fundamentals of Digital and Visual Arts. Students taking Acting and Dance will receive credit for PE for the first year and credit for the second year, receiving a maximum of one PE credit. (At least credit of the PE requirement must be earned by completion of a PE course.) MPSA Certificate students in grade 12 are required to take Advanced Theatre Studies or IB Theatre in addition to Acting along with either Vocal Ensemble, Dance or Film Production (or Fundamentals of Digital and Visual Arts). MPSA Certificate students will receive credit for Social Studies and credit for Language Arts towards their graduation requirements. Attendance at rehearsals and performances that are scheduled outside the school day may be required for credit. Seniors who have completed Acting 2 and are in the Theatre Arts Certificate program may take Dance and Vocal Ensemble instead of Acting 3 or 4 with concurrent enrollment in Advanced Theatre Studies or IB Theatre. However, if students make this choice they are not eligible to take the HL IB Theatre Exam.

ACTING I (6440)

Offered to students in grades 9-12 This course introduces the student to acting techniques based on Michael Shurtleffs, How to Audition, and Uta Hagens, Respect for Acting. These techniques have been adapted to meet the needs of the beginning teenage actor. The class will focus on the students se lf-awareness and on the improvement of the students presentation skills through constan t practice in the use of eye contact, proper articulation, projection, use of gestures, physical poise, and the expression of confidence. Students will be introduced to methods of character development and text analysis. The main focus in the first year is the discovery of self and the ability to use ones self in developing characters that express honest feelings and emotions. Students will be assigned and perform cold readings, prepared audition monologues, and contemporary scenes.

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ACTING II (6450)

Offered to students in grades 10-12 Prerequisite: Acting I This course builds on the acting techniques learned in Acting I. Students are involved in scenes that demand more detailed text analysis, indepth character study including the use of multi-leveled emotions and contrasts and the use of discovery in the creation of complex relationships between characters. The course places a special emphasis on the study of objectives, obstacles, action, circumstances, relationships, sense and emotional recall and substitutions through further examination of Uta Hagens, Respect for Acting. Additional areas explored are techniques for developing characters out of their own age range and playing comedy through assigned scenes from the plays of Neil Simon. The students will be required to do historical research on assigned scenes from the plays of Tennessee Williams written in the 1930s and 40s. Opportunities are also provided for students to learn and experience the ski ll of acting on camera for TV and film..

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ACTING III (6460) ACTING IV (6470)

Offered to students in grades 11 and 12 Prerequisite: Previous Level This two-year course sequence will involve the student in advanced characterization and scene work. New methods of character development and text analysis are introduced, and the course places a special emphasis on Realism plays from the late 1900s through the 1960s, Shakespeares plays and other styles of classical theatre, through a detailed examination of Harrop and Epsteins, Acting with Style.

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ADVANCED THEATRE STUDIES (6480)

Offered to students in grade 12 Required for all Theatre and Musical Theatre Certificate students in grade 12 with concurrent enrollment in Acting and either Vocal Ensemble, Contemporary Dance, or Film Production. MPSA Certificate students can elect to take this course as a core course with prior approval only. MPSA Certificate students will receive credit for Language Arts and credit for Social Studies. Offered to non-certificate students in grade 12 as an elective.

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This course offers students a historical theatre survey and extensive study of dramatic literature from pre-history to the contemporary period. Theatre is a clear reflection of significant trends and events of history and is an integral component of the existing social, political and economic conditions of the time. The primary aim of the history component of this course is to encourage students to investigate theatre in its historical and cultural context. While this course focuses primarily on the Western theatrical tradition, it also allows students to explore theatre traditions and practices from a range of cultures around the world. It is expected that students will acquire a knowledge and understanding of the theatrical traditions of their own culture, as well as of those cultures that are unfamiliar to them. By examining the texts of representative plays in their historical contexts, students will gain a better understanding of the role of theatre in society. The dramatic literature component of this course is designed primarily to encourage students to examine the contributions and development of the Western theatrical tradition by examining Classical, Medieval, Renaissance, Neoclassical, Modern and Contemporary texts. Students will examine the literary elements of drama and the relationships between theatrical and historical conditions through a study of dramatists starting with a major Greek playwrights, Aeschylus, Sophocles, Euripides, Aristophanes and proceeding through to contemporary playwrights such as, among others, Kushner, Stoppard, Reza, Vogel and Parks. Field Trip fee: $50.00

IB Theatre (HL) (6490)

Prerequisite: Acting II and concurrent enrollment in Theatre or Musical Theatre Certificate program and Departmental Approval This course is graded on a 5-point scale. Qualified Theatre and Musical Theatre Certificate students take this course in lieu of Acting III during their junior year and in lieu of Advanced Theatre Studies during their senior year. All other Theatre or Musical Theatre Certificate program requirements apply. FULL IB DIPLOMA juniors will be required to take this as their second course with concurrent enrollment in either Vocal Ensemble, Dance or Film Production. FULL IB DIPLOMA Seniors will be required to take this as their second course with concurrent enrollment in either Acting III or IV. At the core of this course lies an emphasis on the students clarity of understanding, critical thinking, reflective analysis , effective involvement and imaginative synthesis all of which will be achieved through practical engagement in theatre through a variety of activities including leading and participating in class discussions, creative and critical writing, research projects, and seminar report. Students must complete all IB HL exam requirements including a practical performance proposal, a written investigation essay, an independent project portfolio, and a theatre performance and production presentation. All students enrolled in this course are required to take the IB examination in the senior year, which is subject to an examination fee.

TWO-YEAR COURSE

MPSA THEATRE ARTS CERTIFICATE REQUIRED 2nd ARTS COURSE OPTIONS: VOCAL ENSEMBLE I (6380) VOCAL ENSEMBLE II (6390) VOCAL ENSEMBLE III (6400) VOCAL ENSEMBLE IV (6410)

Offered to students in grades 9-12 Prerequisite: Completion of previous level Theatre Certificate students may choose as their 2nd arts course with concurrent in an Acting class.

Cross-referenced in Music section

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DANCE I (6100) DANCE II (6110) DANCE III (6120) DANCE IV/V (6130)

Offered to students in grades 9-12 Prerequisite: Completion of previous level This course may be repeated for credit. Theatre Certificate students may choose as their 2nd arts course with concurrent in an Acting class.

Cross-referenced in Dance Section

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FILM PRODUCTION I (6510) FILM PRODUCTION II (6520) FILM PRODUCTION III (6530)

Offered to students in grades 9-12 Prerequisite: Completion of Fundamentals of Digital and Visual Art or previously offered Fundamentals of Digital Media Art Theatre Certificate students may choose as their 2nd arts course with concurrent in an Acting class.

Cross-reference in Digital Media Art Section

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VISUAL ARTS
Visual Arts classes are offered to students in grades 9 through 12. Students in grades 10-12 may elect to participate in the MPSA Visual Arts Certificate program. Visual Arts Certificate students are required to take one semester Visual Arts History in either grade 11 or 12, for which credit for Social Studies will be granted. *The prerequisite course, Fundamentals of Visual and Digital Art, may be fulfilled by the previously offered Fundamentals of Visual Arts and/or Fundamentals of Digital Media Arts courses.

FUNDAMENTALS OF DIGITAL AND VISUAL ART (6550)

Offered to students in grades 9-12 This course is designed for students who have an interest and/or passion for all visual art, ceramics, design imaging, multimedia, digital storytelling, digital photography, animation and print communication. It is also the prerequisite for all visual art and digital media art classes. This class is an introduction to the fundamentals and practice of traditional art and digital media art. Focus includes integration of the Elements and Principles of Visual Design into traditional art techniques and digital imaging. Students will learn skills in 2- and 3dimensional traditional art, and industry standard computer hardware and software programs. The class incorporates individual and group projects. Regular presentation and discussion of work will be required. Material Fee: $75.00

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VISUAL ARTS CERTIFICATE FOUNDATIONS I (6580) and 2D/3D ARTS CERTIFICATE TECHNIQUES I (6590) VISUAL ARTS CERTIFICATE FOUNDATIONS II (6600) and 2D/3D ARTS CERTIFICATE TECHNIQUES II (6610) VISUAL ARTS CERTIFICATE FOUNDATIONS III (6620) and 2D/3D ARTS CERTIFICATE TECHNIQUES III (6630)
Required for all Visual Arts Certificate students in Grades 10-12 Prerequisite: Fundamentals of Digital and Visual Art* and accepted to the MPSA Certificate program These courses offer the serious visual arts student an opportunity to work with other certificate students at an accelerated pace with more in-depth researching and delving into historical art perspectives of Western, Eastern and other world views. Students will study in-depth techniques in drawing, painting, sculpture, printmaking, ceramics, photography, design, illustration, computer graphics and mixed media. These courses will be taught by a variety of teachers who will emphasize their areas of expertise. Guest artists from the community will also be guest instructors. As part of the course work, students will develop the oral communication skills necessary to present their works to the public. By the end of their senior year, students will have developed a professional portfolio based on their individual areas of interest to be used for college application purposes or entry into the business world. Students who are interested may also choose the option to study for the IB Visual Arts examination with the successful completion of at least two years in the MPSA Visual Arts Certificate Program. Students participating in the Visual Arts Certificate Program are not required to take the IB Visual Arts examination. Material Fee: $75.00 for each course

TWO, YEAR-LONG COURSES (to be taken concurrently)

2-D ART I (6640)

Offered to students in grades 9-12 Prerequisite: Fundamentals of Digital and Visual Art* This course will incorporate aspects of beginning drawing and painting. One quarter will be dedicated to studying a variety of drawing techniques incorporating a number of drawing media. During the second quarter students will learn basic painting techniques using tempera and acrylic paints. Knowledge acquired in the Fundamentals of Visual Arts course will be revisited and built upon to further the students understanding and appreciation of the visual arts. Material Fee: $25.00

SEMESTER COURSE, Offered Both Semesters

2-D ART II (6650)

Offered to students in grades 9-12 Prerequisite: 2-D ART I This course is designed to provide students with the opportunity to expand the skills and techniques learned in 2-D Art I. With the instructors guidance, each student will decide on areas of concentration and choice of drawing and/or painting media, and th e student will be encouraged to prepare work for display in art shows and exhibits. Material Fee: $25.00

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2-D ART III (6660)

Offered to students in grades 10-12 Prerequisite: 2-D ART II This course is for the committed art student who wishes to pursue intensive study in drawing and painting. With strong basic drawing and painting techniques developed in 2-D Art II, the student will be encouraged to explore beyond the basics and develop a personal style. Concept and technical resolution, with the instructors assistance, will be emphasized on an individual level. The course will also provide an excellent opportunity for the student to begin production of a portfolio. Material Fee: $25.00

SEMESTER COURSE, Offered Both Semesters

2-D ART IV (6670)

Offered to students in grades 10-12 Prerequisite: 2-D Art III This course may be repeated once for credit. This course is an independent study format. The student will submit a written proposal listing goals and objectives at the beginning of the semester. Students will be encouraged to explore beyond the conventional approach to experiment with techniques and media while striving to develop their own identity through their artwork. Students will be required to develop a portfolio of his/her work as a means for evaluation and critique at the end of the semester. Material Fee: $25.00

SEMESTER COURSE, Offered Both Semesters

CERAMICS I (6700)

Offered to students in grades 9-12 Prerequisite: Fundamentals of Digital and Visual Art* This course introduces the student to hand-building and wheel-throwing techniques. Students will participate in clay mixing and kiln loading. Basic glazing techniques and kiln firing will be demonstrated. The class will be introduced to pit-firing and high temperature reduction firing. Group instruction will be followed by individual supervision and instruction. Material Fee: $50.00

SEMESTER COURSE, Offered Both Semesters

CERAMICS II (6710)

Offered to students in grades 9-12 Prerequisite: Ceramics I This course allows those students who are already experienced in ceramics to expand their knowledge in both hand-building and wheelthrowing. Low temperature glazing and intermediate glazing techniques will be explored. Students will participate in all aspects of the ceramics studio from clay mixing and kiln loading. Group instruction will be followed by individual supervision and instruction. Material Fee: $50.00

SEMESTER COURSE, Offered Both Semesters

CERAMICS III (6720)

Offered to students in grades 10-12 Prerequisite: Ceramics II This course introduces advanced techniques in surfaces and forming. Techniques to be introduced are: raku firing, soda firing, sagger firings, and extruded forms. Projects are more open-ended and students have the opportunity to interpret projects in their own way. Group instruction will be followed by individual supervision and instruction. Material Fee: $50.00

SEMESTER COURSE, Offered Both Semesters

CERAMICS IV (6730)

Offered to students in grades 10-12 Prerequisite: Ceramics III This course may be repeated once for credit. This is the most advanced level in ceramics. Students will work on directed and independent projects. Sketchbooks will be used to evaluate the students progress with independent projects. Glaze preparation, testing, and firing will be explored. Group instruction will be followed by individual supervision and instruction. Material Fee: $50.00

SEMESTER COURSE, Offered Both Semesters

ANIMATION (6790)

Offered to students in grades 10-12 Prerequisite: Completion of Fundamentals of Digital and Visual Arts* Students will receive art credit or elective credit. MPSA Digital Media Arts Certificate students may choose as one semester of the required courses. This course is designed to explore different traditional and digital animation techniques. Methods covered in this class include drawing and painting on paper and for the camera; object-oriented and live-action stop-motion animation, and computer-based animation. This class will explore character design, narrative structures, and visual metaphors. Students must be strong visual artists and have basic proficiency working with digital tools and equipment.

SEMESTER COURSE, Offered Both Semesters

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VISUAL ARTS HISTORY (6680)

Offered to students in grades 11 and 12 Required for all MPSA Visual Arts and Digital Media Arts Certificate students. MPSA Certificate students in grade 12 can elect to take this course as a core course with prior approval only. MPSA Certificate students will receive credit for Social Studies. Non-certificate students will receive arts or elective credit. The main objective of this course is to offer a historical survey of visual arts from pre-history to the modern day. Theatre is a clear reflection of significant trends and events of history and is a reaction to the existing social, political, and economic conditions. By examining the forces of humanitys creative energies, students will gain a better understanding of the role of visual arts in society. The course will include lectures, group discussion and field trips to art events. Material Fee: $50.00

SEMESTER COURSE, Semester 1 Only

IB Visual Arts (SL/HL) (6690)

Offered to students in grades 11 and 12 Prerequisite: Department Approval and Concurrent Enrollment in the MPSA Certificate Visual Arts Program These year-long courses are designed to provide students of various art interests and abilities with opportunities to develop their aesthetic, imaginative, and creative faculties in a global context. Students will develop a portfolio of studio work and conduct research into visual art forms of interest as defined by the IB SL assessment criteria. The IB Portfolio may include a variety of art media including traditional 2D & 3D media, and computer generated work. All students enrolled in this course are required to take the IB examination in the senior year, which is subject to an examination fee.

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DIGITAL MEDIA ARTS

Digital Media classes are offered to students in grades 9 through 12. Students in grades 10-12 who elect to participate in the MPSA Digital Media Certificate Program, must take one semester of Visual Arts History in either grade 11 or 12, for which they will receive credit for Social Studies. *The prerequisite course, Fundamentals of Visual and Digital Art, may be fulfilled by the previously offered Fundamentals of Visual Arts and/or Fundamentals of Digital Media Arts courses.

FUNDAMENTALS OF DIGITAL AND VISUAL ART (6560)

Offered to students in grades 9-12 This course is designed for students who have an interest and/or passion for all visual art, ceramics, design imaging, multimedia, digital storytelling, digital photography, animation and print communication. It is also the prerequisite for all visual art and digital media art classes. This class is an introduction to the fundamentals and practice of traditional art and digital media art. Focus includes integration of the Elements and Principles of Visual Design into traditional art techniques and digital imaging. Students will learn skills in 2- and 3dimensional traditional art, and industry standard computer hardware and software programs. The class incorporates individual and group projects. Regular presentation and discussion of work will be required. Material Fee: $75.00

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DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY (6800)

Offered to students in grades 9-12 Prerequisite: Fundamentals of Digital and Visual Art* Students will receive art credit or elective credit. MPSA Digital Media Arts Certificate students may choose as one semester of the required courses. Students must have their own DSLR digital camera. This class is an introduction to digital photography from two perspectives-creator and audience. Observation is a key element in honing ones photographic eye. This course will focus on content and form, craft and aesthetic and an overarching understanding of visual communication. Students will display chosen work throughout the semester informally as a method of gaining feedback on their work from peers, as well as practicing visual interpretation and enhancing communication skills pertaining to art. We will have a formal critique of portfolios at the end of the semester.

SEMESTER COURSE, Offered Both Semesters

ADVANCED DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY I (6810) ADVANCED DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY II (6820) ADVANCED DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY III (6830) ADVANCED DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY IV (6840)

Offered to students in grades 9-12 Prerequisite: Digital Photography Students will receive one semester art credit or one semester elective credit. MPSA Digital Media Arts Certificate students may choose as one semester of the required courses. Students must have their own DSLR digital camera. Off-campus photography of sports or events will be assigned. These courses will focus on content and form, craft and aesthetic, and an overarching understanding of visual communication. Each student will explore their individual artistic impulse/creative voice and be able to make photographs with the proper technique/craft to effectively communicate their vision. Unique to these courses is the opportunity to work as a commercial photographer by providing imagery for the school yearbook. Regular critiques will field questions about content, interest, visual readability, structure and sequence.

SEMESTER COURSE, Offered Both Semesters

YEARBOOK I (6850) Grades 9-12 YEARBOOK II (6860) Grades 10-12 YEARBOOK III (6870) Grades 10-12 YEARBOOK IV (6880) Grades 10-12

Prerequisite: Fundamentals of Digital and Visual Art* Students will receive art credit and elective credit. MPSA Digital Media Arts Certificate students may choose as one of their two required courses. The primary objective of these courses is to produce the school yearbook. Students must be dedicated, responsible and independent thinkers. Extra time outside of the class period, for information gathering, photography and page layout assignments may be required.

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Teamwork is an important part of the yearbook producing process. The realization of this goal utilizes skills of verbal and visual communication (planning, writing, computer graphics and design, editing photography) and traits of leadership and responsibility. The courses present an excellent opportunity for students to learn the principles and practices of journalism, publishing and related computer software and programs. Basic proficiency using Photoshop and operating a DSLR camera is highly recommended.

VIDEO STORYTELLING AND DOCUMENTARY I (6900) VIDEO STORYTELLING AND DOCUMENTARY II (6910) VIDEO STORYTELLING AND DOCUMENTARY III (6920) VIDEO STORYTELLING AND DOCUMENTARY IV (6930)

Offered to students in grades 9-12 Prerequisite: Fundamentals of Digital and Visual Art* MPSA Digital Media Arts Certificate students may choose as one of their two required courses.

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The objective of the Video Storytelling and Documentary course is for students to learn the pre-production, production and post-production phases of video storytelling, beginning with topic selection and story development, and culminating in a broadcast of the finished product in at least one of several publication formats. Students will be expected to write/produce at least one story per quarter and participate in a variety of roles including writer/reporter, videographer and editor. Students will work in teams for the majority of story assignments but advanced students may occasionally work on their own. Upper level students may find themselves working on extended documentary style projects or playing the role of editor as they assist level I & II students to master techniques and fundamentals. The style of these stories will be in the form of news broadcast and storytelling using topics which may originate on campus or from within the community. Students will be expected to make contact with individuals essential to their story, and to make arrangements for possible off campus, after hour video shoots for information gathering and to capture interviews. The Video Storytelling/Documentary class will present opportunities to collaborate with other schools throughout Hawaii through the PBS Hiki No program. Other opportunities for outside adjudication will be possible through our association with the national organization, Student Television Network. Stories that achieve a level suitable for publication may be selected for any or all of the following: a) 20 Minute closed circuit broadcast to our MPI campus; b) Contest entries for Fall and Spring Nationals sponsored by Student Television Network; c) Selected appropriate local contest entries; d) Posting to the GWN web page. All stories will be subject to peer review and evaluation.

FILM PRODUCTION I (6510) FILM PRODUCTION II (6520) FILM PRODUCTION III (6530)

Offered to students in grades 9-12 Prerequisite: Fundamentals of Digital and Visual Art* Students will receive a one year art credit or a one year elective credit for Levels I and II. Students will receive a one year elective credit for Level III. Level III may be repeated once for elective credit. MPSA Digital Media Arts Certificate students may choose as one of their two required courses. Theatre Certificate students may choose as their 2nd arts course with concurrent enrollment in an Acting class. The scope of student filmmaking in this course will include narrative, documentary, commercial and video art genres and acting for the camera. All work will be executed and discussed within the aesthetic framework of fine arts. The course will cover the entire process of film production, from pre-production: screenwriting, storyboarding, treatments, casting and rehearsal; to production: principal photography, blocking, framing, lighting, art design and audio; to post-production: beginning to advanced editing techniques, effects, sound design, scoring, screening and distribution. In addition to all course work, students will be encouraged to submit work for public screening and required to submit for consideration at least one film to the spring MPSA Media Arts Festival. Digital Media and Theater Arts Certificate students will be expected to create an eportfolio of their best work for year-end review. To promote cross-disciplinary work, students will be encouraged to collaborate on projects with MPSA acting students. Students may have opportunities to consult with guest artists such as film actors and directors. Field trips may include visiting local television and film sets.

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FILM STUDIES (6780) BLENDED COURSE

Offered to students in grades 9-12 Prerequisite: Fundamentals of Digital and Visual Art* Students will receive art credit or elective credit. MPSA Digital Media Arts Certificate students may choose as one semester of their required courses. In this course, we will study the history of film, from the development and evolution of the technology, to the artistic and social implications on American and international culture. Students will develop fluency with the language of film production and critique through examining historically prominent contributions of screenwriters, directors, cinematographers, sound designers, editors, and actors.

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Students will analyze films through reading assignments, written critiques, and both classroom and online discussions. Films will span various genres and will include shorts, documentaries, and features. Students will be expected to view films on their own and in on-campus and community screenings.

DIGITAL ART I (6740) DIGITAL ART II (6750) DIGITAL ART III (6760)

Offered to students in grades 10--12 Prerequisite: Fundamentals of Digital and Visual Art* Students will receive one year art credit or one year elective credit. MPSA Digital Media Arts Certificate students may choose as one of their two required courses. Level I students will be exposed to a wide range of media production techniques that include graphic design, motion graphic animation, and web design through the creation of various group and individual projects. Participation in class discussion is expected and written assessments are assigned regularly. Level II students work on 4 large-scale independent quarter projects throughout the year that incorporate design, digital storytelling, and other new forms of media such as interactivity. Quarterly presentations are required and written assessments are assigned regularly. Level III offers serious digital media art students the opportunity to work with other digital media certificate students to research and develop a body of work based on their individual areas of interest to be used for college application or professional purposes. These classes are designed for MPSA Digital Media Art Certificate students who are seeking advanced studies in computer art techniques and guided mentorship to focus on their certificate requirements on an individual level that includes, but not limited to portfolio development, communitybased media projects and/or their Seniorlevel digital art project. Level IV may be taken repeatedly for elective c redit with instructor permission.

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ANIMATION (6790)

Offered to students in grades 10-12 Prerequisite: Completion of Fundamentals of Digital and Visual Arts* Students will receive art credit or elective credit. MPSA Digital Media Arts Certificate students may choose as one semester of the required courses. This course is designed to explore different traditional and digital animation techniques. Methods covered in this class include drawing and painting on paper and for the camera; object-oriented and live-action stop-motion animation, and computer-based animation. This class will explore character design, narrative structures, and visual metaphors. Students must be strong visual artists and have basic proficiency working with digital tools and equipment.

SEMESTER COURSE, Offered Both Semesters

VISUAL ARTS HISTORY (6680)

Offered to students in grades 11 and 12 Required for all MPSA Visual Arts and Digital Media Arts Certificate students. MPSA Visual Arts and Digital Media Arts Certificate students in grade 12 can elect to take this course as a core course with prior approval only. MPSA Visual Arts and Digital Media Arts Certificate students will receive credit for Social Studies. Non-certificate students will receive arts or elective credit. The main objective of this course is to offer a historical survey of visual arts from pre-history to the modern day. Theatre is a clear reflection of significant trends and events of history and is a reaction to the existing social, political, and economic conditions. By examining the forces of humanitys creative energies, students will gain a better und erstanding of the role of visual arts in society. The course will include lectures, group discussion and field trips to art events. Material Fee: $50.00

SEMESTER COURSE, Semester 1 Only

IB Visual Arts (SL/HL) (6690)

Offered to students in grades 11 and 12 Prerequisite: Department Approval and Concurrent Enrollment in the MPSA Visual Arts Certificate Program These year-long courses are designed to provide students of various art interests and abilities with opportunities to develop their aesthetic, imaginative, and creative faculties in a global context. Students will develop a portfolio of studio work and conduct research into visual art forms of interest as defined by the IB SL assessment criteria. The IB Portfolio may include a variety of art media including traditional 2D & 3D media, and computer generated work. All students enrolled in this course are required to take the IB examination in the senior year, which is subject to an examination fee.

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PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND HEALTH

GRADUATION REQUIREMENT

1 Credits (to include successful completion of the swim test) A total of three semesters of physical education during grades 9 through 12 and a swim test are requirements for graduation. The Mid-Pacific Institute proficiency swim test must be taken by ALL students entering their 6th grade year. Students enrolling after the 6th grade must take the test administered in PE classes or during the first semester of enrollment. The swim test will consist of the following: Students will participate in a 12-minute swimming competency test during which time they have to cover a minimum distance of 200 yards using freestyle or breaststroke, displaying reasonable water comfort, rhythmic breathing, and effective locomotion. The test administrator may abbreviate the test if the student shows excellent water comfort, swimming skills and adequate conditioning. Students in physical education classes will receive letter grades (A F). All grades are included in the computation of the students grade point average (GPA). Most PE classes involve academic skills. Research reports, projects, and other written work as well as reading assignments may be required. Physical Education credit will be given for participation in a sport in grades 9-12 providing the sport displays aerobic fitness, flexibility, muscular strength and muscular endurance in order to enhance performance in that sport. The above four characteristics should occur three to four times per week throughout the season. One-quarter PE credit will be given for each full season of participation in athletics. If an athlete is injured during the season, PE credit will be awarded if the athlete participated in at least of the season before injury. Two completed sports seasons are equivalent to one semester of physica l education. Credit will be shown on the students transcript but will not be included in the GPA computation. Students may elect to fulfill a MAXIMUM of credit of the PE requirement through the successful completion of any one level in Dance or Hula. At least credit of the PE requirement must be earned through the completion of a PE course. Department Goals: Development of body coordination. Development of a positive attitude toward physical activities. Development of awareness for personal responsibility in self-motivated lifetime activities. Development of cooperation and tolerance toward others. Development of skills and knowledge in each activity to become an enjoyable and meaningful experience. To influence each student towards adopting a healthy lifestyle. Each student will pass a minimum proficiency swim test prior to graduation.

PHYSICAL EDUCATION
9TH GRADE PHYSICAL EDUCATION AN INDIVIDUALIZED APPROACH (7500) SEMESTER COURSE, Offered Both Semesters
The 9th grade physical education program features the following components: personal fitness activities, sports activities, and health related fitness concepts. This class will provide students many opportunities to challenge their physical abilities through involvement in a wide variety of sports skills and fitness activities. These will include: Introduction to Resistance Training, Aquatic Activities, Field Sports, and Indoor Sports. The purpose of this program is to create a non-competitive sports play environment to suit the personal level of each student in order to challenge his/her own potential in the different sports activities. There are two motives for this approach: 1) to encourage positive experiences in a physical activity in order to further the habit of exercising for a lifetime, and 2) to increase student understanding of the five components of physical fitness (cardiovascular fitness, muscular strength, muscular endurance, flexibility, and body composition).

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BASIC AQUATIC ACTIVITIES (7520)

Offered to students in grades 9-12 This course is primarily intended for students who have difficulty in learning to swim and specializes in overcoming the fear of water. Students are also introduced to basic water safety skills; remedial and beginning swimming; use of mask, snorkel and fins, and surfboard.

SEMESTER COURSE, Offered Semester 2 Only

ADVANCED AQUATIC ACTIVITIES & LIFEGUARD TRAINING (7540) Offered to students in grades 10-12 SEMESTER COURSE, Offered Both Semesters

Prerequisite: Department Approval This is a one-semester American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification course which includes CPR for the professional rescuer. The student can receive ARC Lifeguard certification upon successful completion of the course. The course requires daily swimming and rescue skills practice, excellent class participation, and an appropriate attitude for ARC certification work.

TEAM SPORTS SURVEY (7560)

Offered to students in grades 10-12 SEMESTER COURSE, Offered Semester 1 Only This course is designed to introduce students to a few of the most popular team sports they can participate in throughout their lifetime. The class also provides students with an opportunity to work with others to reach a common goal in a competitive setting. The emphasis is placed on individual and team skills, developing team concepts, and facing a challenge as a unit. Goals: Students will practice skills necessary to play a variety of team sports. Students will be expected to follow the rules and use a variety of strategies while participating in game situations. Students will gain social benefits such as teamwork, cooperation, sportsmanship and determination while playing each team sport. One Quarter: Field Sports (including but not limited to football, soccer, lacrosse) Second Quarter: Indoor Sports (including but not limited to volleyball and basketball)

RACQUET SPORTS (7580)

Offered to students in grades 10-12 The objective of this course is to create a non-competitive environment through participation in racquet sports. Emphasis will be placed on skills for tennis, badminton and table tennis. Other topics for study include rules and strategies and other health related concepts. Goals: Students will gain eye-hand coordination. Students will learn the rules and strategy of table tennis, badminton and tennis. Students will be able to play singles and doubles in table tennis, badminton and tennis.

SEMESTER COURSE, Offered Semester 1 Only

BASIC AID AND FITNESS (7600)

Offered to students in grades 10-12 Goals: Students will learn the American Red Cross Standard First-Aid procedures. Students will learn how to deal with an emergency situation (Emergency Action Plan) -- what to do when someone is choking. (Airway Obstruction/Rescue Breathing), how to recognize the signals of a heart attack, what to when a heart attack occurs and what to do when there is no heartbeat (CPR). Students will learn about the physical preparedness necessary in handling an emergency situation. Students will have the opportunity to maintain and improve their overall level of physical fitness through various fitness activities. Approximately 50% of the class time will be dedicated to participation in fitness activities.

SEMESTER COURSE, Offered Semester 2 Only

INDIVIDUAL LIFETIME SPORTS (7620) Offered to students in grades 10-12

The objective of this course is to create a non-competitive environment while participating in a variety of sports that can be played by one person. The basic skills of archery, bowling, golf and fencing are emphasized in the course. Other course related topics include rules and strategies and health related concepts. Goals:

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Students will learn rules, strategy and etiquette for these sports that they can play throughout their lifetime. Students will gain basic skills that will enable them to participate in these sports for the rest of their lives. Students will increase their knowledge of equipment usage and maintenance. Students will have an opportunity to be exposed to these lifetime sport activities.

STRENGTH TRAINING (7640)

Offered to students in grades 10-12 This course will provide the student with an opportunity to learn and use proper resistance training techniques to acquire muscular strength, hypertrophy and endurance. Students will learn about the various muscle groups in the body and how to best train these groups to achieve specific results. The emphasis will be placed on helping students to learn correct form, to identify individual fitness goals, and to use those goals to develop and utilize an individualized resistance training program.

SEMESTER COURSE, Offered Both Semesters

TEACHERS LEADERSHIP ACTIVITY APPRENTICE (TLA)

(7660) 1st semester (7670) 2nd semester Offered to students in grades 11 and 12 One semester elective credit will be given for the successful completion of this course. Enrollment in the TLA program is limited to two semesters. Students in this program must have completed all PE requirements or display adequate competency in most applicable PE activities. Students will participate in and provide leadership in the specific course to which they are assigned. Class assignment will be coordinated by the department chairperson in cooperation with the students assigned teacher. A TLA is a student teacher, and therefore, will be expected to teach in certain areas of the unit being studied. A TLA must be a positive role model, set a good example for other students, and help guide students. Requirements: Be appropriately dressed for class (must change into appropriate attire). Check in with assigned teacher prior to the class period to see if any preparatory work is needed. Report to class on time. Demonstrate the qualities of a leader. Assist with equipment. Help with class management (discipline, warm-up supervision, locker room responsibilities).

SEMESTER COURSE, Offered Both Semesters

HEALTH (7700)

Required in Grade 10 The objective of the health education course is to give students the practical application of the content so that they may make informed decision regarding their current and future health. The course is divided into the following units: Diseases Nutrition Exercise Drug Education Human Reproduction

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OTHER ELECTIVES
THINKING STRATEGIES (8000)
Offered to students in grades 10-12 Prerequisite: Completion of Geometry B Thinking Strategies is designed to aid students in developing sound test-taking skills in order to maximize each individuals score on the SAT and the ACT. The one semester course is divided into thirds, with one-third devoted to mathematics skills, another to writing skills, and the third to critical reading skills. Each section of the course will review content and familiarize students with the types of questions asked in order to increase test confidence.

SEMESTER COURSE, Offered Both Semesters

SPEECH (8100)

Offered to students in grades 9-12 Objectives: Develop listening skills Develop poise and confidence in speaking Demonstrate mastery of communication techniques by using body and voice to communicate Critically analyze a selection for oral presentation This course covers the basic skills necessary for effective oral communication. Emphasis is placed on developing confidence in original speaking. Evaluation is based on completion of all assignments and an overall improvement in communication skills.

SEMESTER COURSE, Offered Both Semesters

Journalism I (8200) Journalism II (8220)* Journalism III (8240)* Journalism IV (8260)*

Offered to students in grades 9-12 Prerequisite (for Journalism II, III, IV): Previous level *Independent study for Journalism II, III, IV may be granted by the instructor if the course cannot fit into the students schedule. Students will receive one elective credit but will not fulfill a Language Arts requirement. The journalism courses offer students an exciting introduction to the practice and application of journalism and media primarily through hands-on reporting, writing/editing, and production of NaPueo, the school newspaper. As students progress in the curriculum, they will learn about the theory, writing skills, process, and technology of journalism. In upper level classes, students will have an opportunity to learn about group management and leadership while experiencing the preproduction and postproduction phases of journalism.

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TEACHER ASSISTANT PROGRAM

Offered to students in grades 10-12 Qualification Requirements: 3.0 GPA in the subject area 2.0 GPA overall Recommendation by the teacher, dean, department head, and approval by the administration. The Teacher Assistant (TA) program provides interested students with a unique learning experience and offers them the opportunity to serve the school, help their fellow students, and work closely with individual teachers in specific subject areas. The TAs d uties include: tutoring students individually and/or in small groups, evaluating papers, recording grades, preparing class materials, leading and/or participating in group work, and researching materials to augment the curriculum. Students in the program receive credit for their work and will be graded on a credit/no credit basis. Participation in the program may not be counted as one of the minimum number of classes students are required to take each semester. A maximum of one credit (two semesters) is allowable towards meeting graduation requirements and a maximum of two TA periods is allowed per school year. Students may be removed from the position if responsibilities are not satisfactorily fulfilled. Students should register for the academic department they would like to serve: 1st SEMESTER / 2nd SEMESTER Language Arts (9000) (9010) World Language (9020) (9030) Mathematics (9040) (9050) Science (9060) (9070) Social Studies (9080) (9090) Performing & Visual Arts (9100) (9110) PE/Health (9120) (9130) ESL (9140) (9150)

SEMESTER COURSE, Offered Both Semesters

STUDENT TECHNOLOGY LEADER (STL) (9180)

Offered to students in grades 11 and 12 Prerequisite: Technology Department Approval This program may not be counted as one of the minimum number of classes students are required to take each semester. This elective program empowers technically literate students with the challenge of providing service to Mid-Pacific Institute. Students selected for this program will be challenged to provide expertise, communication and educa tion to MPIs faculty, staff and students. Student Technology Leaders will be eligible for membership in the American Technology Honor Society based on their performance and will assist in the implementation in our high school GenYES/TechYES program.

SEMESTER COURSE, Offered Both Semesters

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ATHLETICS
Mid-Pacific Institute offers an extensive athletic program. Beyond fielding a large number of sports teams of its own, MPI, as one of the member schools in the PAC-5 program, provides its students the opportunity to participate in sports such as football and water polo. For more information on sports at Mid-Pacific Institute, consult the Student/Parent Handbook, visit the sports section of the website at www.midpac.edu or inquire at the MPI Athletic Office, 973-5095 or athletics@midpac.edu. Credit: Physical Education credit will be given for participation in a sport in grades 9-12 providing the sport displays aerobic fitness, flexibility, muscular strength and muscular endurance in order to enhance performance in that sport. The above four characteristics should occur three to four times per week throughout the season. Students will receive credit for PE after the completion of two full seasons of an ILH-sanctioned sport (includes PAC-5 teams) while attending MPI. Credit will be given only for seasons completed during grades 9-12. Students must earn at least credit of their PE graduation requirements through completion of a PE course.

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