Course Catalogue
2007-2008
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CTE- Career and Technical Education
Debate 1-2 10th, 11th, 12th Semester or Year
This course is designed to develop the skills of effective communication. Students practice these skills through debate, student congress, oratory and impromptu, among other speech events. Students choosing to compete earn National Forensics League honors which could lead to scholarship awards. After-school labs, weekend tournaments and portfolios required for a passing grade. Teacher signature required: Current English teacher.
Debate 3-4 and Debate 5-6 11th, 12th Year
These courses deal with advanced techniques of forensic events. Students will choose debate and individual events for tournament competition and work on perfecting these skills throughout the year. Students earn National Forensics League honors which could lead to scholarship awards. Competition is required as the grade for this class. Grading is based upon preparation for and participation in forensic events. Holding after-school labs, competing in at least four after-school/weekend tournaments and daily attendance and participation are necessary for a passing grade. Prerequisites: Debate 1-2. Teacher signature required: (Mr. Doherty- 228)
Driver's Education 10th, 11th, 12th Semester
In addition to class work, this course includes five class sessions of driving range experience in a variety of cars, five class sessions of driving simulator instruction, and six class sessions of on-road driving in traffic. Also, each student will spend six class sessions in the car observing another student operation the automobile under normal traffic conditions. Each student will also have one class session with ACM (skid car) training. A student may register for Driver's Education during the first semester if he/she will be 16 years old on or before February 23, 2008. If a student will be 16 years old on or before July 18, 2008 he/she may register for Driver's Education the second semester. A student may register for a summer Driver's Education course if he/she will be 16 years old on or before September 30, 2007. $100 fee.
10th grade English courses:
English 3-4 10th Year
This full-year class for sophomores emphasizes study skills and essential skills in reading, writing, usage and mechanics. Students will read short stories, novels, drama, and poetry and respond to their reading in extensive writing assignments. Beginning with a study of sentence and paragraph structure, the students will move to the production of longer papers.
English 3-4 Fundamentals 10th Year
This class provides extra support to students needing a slower paced English course which emphasizes study skill, self-esteem, goal setting, team building, getting connected to school, decision-making skills, reading, writing, and clear thinking. Admission into this course requires the recommendation of your current English teacher and the approval of a high school counselor. Teacher signature required: (Present English teacher).
English 3-4 Honors 10th Year
Honors English will provide a challenge to highly motivated, mature sophomore students. It emphasizes critical, creative, and individual thinking through the study of contemporary and classical literature. A vigorous writing program will introduce students to literary analysis and different writing modes as they prepare for A. P. level courses. Students must demonstrate proficiency in a supervised, timed writing assessment and in the English and Reading sections of standardized tests. Applicants must also include a recommendation from their current English teacher and have strong english and citizenship grades. An Olympus High Honors English teacher will make the final decision on admission into the class. Teacher signature required: (Present Junior high English teacher or Mrs. Shaw.
11th grade English courses:
English 5-6 11th Year
This course offers students an overview of the best American fiction and nonfiction from early to modern times and from diverse ethnic sources. In addition, students will focus on college preparatory writing and language skills, intensive study of grammar and usage, vocabulary development, critical reading techniques, and college writing in preparation for college entrance exams.
English 5-6 Fundamentals 11th Year
This course offers students extra help in reading, writing, and reviewing grammar. Students will use readings in literature as models and motivation for writing paragraphs, short stories, letters, business documents and projects. The course will explore practical applications of English skills. Teacher signature required: (Present English teacher).
English 5-6 Honors 11th Year
This is a course for academically talented, motivated 11th grade students. It provides instruction in usage, style and rhetorical strategies to prepare students for taking college entrance exams and the A. P. English Literature and composition Test to be taken during the senior year. (an optional test for eight semester hours of college credit at most colleges and universities). In addition, the students will complete a survey course of American classic and contemporary literature. Students must demonstrate proficiency in a supervised, timed writing assessment and in the English and Reading sections of standardized tests. Applicants must also include a recommendation from their current English teacher and have strong English and citizenship grades. An Olympus High Honors English teacher will make the final decision on admission into this class. Teacher signature required: (Ms. Bishop 227 or Mrs. Shaw 223).
12th grade English courses:
British Literature (English 7-8) 12th Semester
This course offers students an overview of the great British, Irish and Scottish works of poetry, drama, fiction and nonfiction produced form Anglo-Saxon times to the present.
World Literature 12th Semester
This course offers a study of literature produced by writers beyond America and Great Britain. Students will explore the attitudes and values of diverse cultures and time periods through study of these authors.
Effective Writing 12th Semester
This course is for seniors interested in writing with greater awareness, confidence, control and flexibility, will focus on further developing critical thinking and reasoning skills. It will develop a greater understanding of how language shapes one's writing style and affects the writer's audience. In addition, it will review the writing process, including the formulation of ideas, peer response and revision. The goal of this course is to create confident writers who can use various strategies to further improve their writing. NO minimum ACT score is required.
Humanities 1100 (CC) 12th Semester
This course offers and exploratory examination of the humanities through the arts, focusing on man's artistic creations from past to present. The course includes discussion of all art forms,visual art, literature, philosophy, drama, music, dance, and film. Introducing student to critical evaluation. The course is offered for concurrent enrollment credit through Salt Lake Community College. 3.0 GPA required. Teacher signature required: (Mr Florence 206).
Introduction to College Writing (English 1010) (CC) 12th Semester
This course will focus on critical reading and thinking skill, collaborative learning strategies, college-level writing and correct methods of documentation. Students will explore the relationship between purpose and form in writing, learning to write with greater confidence and effectiveness. This course is offered for concurrent enrollment credit through Salt Lake community College. Students must purchase required texts. Qualifying essay, minimum score of 20 on English section for the ACT and Teacher signature required.(Mr Florence 206).
Senior English fundamentals 12th Year
This course is designed for students who need to improve reading skills. This course focuses on improving reading abilities through work on vocabulary, comprehension and reading rate, interpretation and discussion of general works of fiction. Signature required: (Counselor or Mr. Doherty- 228)
A. P. English (Literature and Composition) 12th Year
This course is a college level seminar class in literature and composition. It emphasizes analysis, critical thought and appreciation of many literary genres. Students will develop advanced skills in reading and responding to prose and poetry in preparation for taking the A. P. exam. Most colleges and universities grant up to eight hours of credit to those students who complete the course and pass the A. P. exam with a satisfactory score. Students must demonstrate proficiency in a supervised, timed writing assessment and in the English and Reading sections of standardized tests. Applicants must also include a recommendation from their current English teacher and have strong English and citizenship grades. An Olympus High Honors teacher will make the final decision on admission into this class. Teacher signature required: (Mr Doherty- 228 or Ms. Bishop).
ESL (English as a Second Language)
ESL Oral Beginning 10th, 11th, 12th Year
For students whose native language is not English, this course teaches English at a survival level. Students practice speaking and listening, then refine their skills by means of dialogues, structure drills, reading selections and language exercises. Students must take both Oral and Reading/Writing. Signature required: (Current English teacher).
ESL Reading/Writing Beginning 10th, 11th, 12th Year
For students whose native language is not English, this course gives basic instruction in reading skills: decoding, vocabulary development, comprehension, study skills, listening and basic sentence reading and writing at a survival level. Teacher signature required: (Current English teacher).
ESL Oral Intermediate 10th, 11th, 12th Year
For students whose native language is not English, this course teaches English at a transitional proficiency level. Students practice speaking and listening, then refine their skills by mans of dialogues, structure drills, reading selections and language exercises. Signature required: (Current English teacher).
ESL Reading/Writing Intermediate 10th, 11th, 12th Year
For students whose native language is not English, this course gives basic instruction in spelling, vocabulary, grammar and usage and opportunities for self-expression in well-organized paragraphs, essays, and reports at a survival level. Teacher signature required: Current English teacher).
Financial Literacy 11th Semester
This is a required course for the graduating class of 2008. It is designed to help students prepare for the choices and decisions of today's financial challenges. Information about income, money management, spending and credit, saving and investing, consumer protection and risk management will be taught.
Elementary Algebra 10th, 11th Year
If you passed pre-algebra and the elementary Algebra placement test, this is the course for you. Students will learn algebra as a style of thinking in formalized patterns, functions and generalizations. The focus will be on recognizing and working effectively with linear relationships and their corresponding representation in tables, graphs and equations. Students will become skilled in solving linear equations, using formulas and applying proportions. Upon successfully completing this course, a student is prepared for Geometry. Teacher signature required: (Present Math teacher).
Geometry 10th, 11th, 12th Year
If you passed Elementary Algebra, this is the course for you. Students will explore geometry through inductive and deductive reasoning, technology, construction, manipulatives and algebraic connections. Students will also explore logic, angle and line relationships, triangles and other polygons, congruence and similarity. Trigonometric ration of sine, cosine and tangent are used to solve triangle problems. Students will use area, volume, geometric probability and geometric relationships to some real-life problems. This course prepares students for Intermediate Algebra. Teacher signature required: (Present Math teacher).
Intermediate Algebra 10th, 11th, 12th Year
This course is for college-bound students who are not in the honors track and have passed Geometry or Applied Math 2. Students will acquire reasoning skills and knowledge necessary for many careers. The study of functions is the primary focus of Intermediate Algebra. These functions include polynomials, power functions, exponential and logarithms as well as trig functions. Students will study these functions using traditional algebraic methods and will also use technology to apply graphical and numerical methods. the course content also includes complex numbers, matrices, systems of equations and probability. Because of the importance of technology in the course, a TI-86 or TI-84 graphing calculator is required. Teacher signature required: (Present Math teacher).
Intermediate Algebra Honors 10th Year
This course is for college-bound students who have completed Honors Geometry and Honors Elementary Algebra. The course covers the same material found in Intermediate Algebra but in greater depth. The course also covers the concepts of Trigonometry in depth. If you excel in mathematics and would like to take A. P. Calculus and/or A. P. Statistics, you belong in this course. Because of the importance of technology in the course, a TI-86 or TI-84 graphing calculator is required. Teacher signature required: (Present Math teacher).
Tigonometry/ College Algebra (Pre-Calculus) 11th, 12th Year
This course is for college-bound students who are not on the honors track and have passed Intermediate Algebra. The concepts of trigonometry are covered in the first semester and college algebra topics are covered in the second semester. Students will see how mathematical functions can be used to model real-world situations. They will use technology to fit mathematical functions to real-world data, make predictions and solve problems. Because of the importance of technology in the course, a TI-86 or TI-84 graphing calculator is required. Teacher signature required: (Present Math teacher).
Pre-Calculus Honors 11th, 12th Year
This course is for college-bound students who have completed Intermediate Algebra/Trig Honors. The course will cover the same material found in Trigonometry/College Algebra (Pre-Calculus) but in greater depth. If you excel in mathematics and would like to take A. P. Calculus and/or A. P. Statistics, you belong in this course. Because of the importance of technology in the class, a TI-86 or TI-84 graphing calculator in required. Teacher signature required: (Present Math teacher).
A. P. Calculus (BC) 11th, 12th Double block Year
Prerequisite: mastery through Pre-calculus. This Advanced Placement course includes the material covered in the first two semesters of a college calculus class. Students pursuing a university major in science, math , business or engineering are encouraged to take AP Calculus. The course prepares students to pass the BC Advanced Placement calculus test. Students who pass this test are typically able to waive the first year of college calculus. Two periods are necessary to provide enough time to cover all the material in the course. The additional period will also provide time for students to bring homework assignments and is required. Prerequisite: successful completion of Pre-calculus. Teacher signature required: (Mr. Barton- 213).
A. P. Statistics 11th, 12th Year
Prerequisite: mastery through Pre-calculus. This Advanced Placement course introduces students to the major concepts and tools for collecting, analyzing and drawing conclusions from data. Four conceptual themes are studies: (1) Exploring Data: (2) Planning a study; (3) Probability and simulation; (4) Statistical Inference - hypothesis testing and confidence intervals. This course prepares student to pass the AP Statistics test. Students who pass this test are typically able to waive a semester of introductory college statistics. A TI-84 or TI-89 calculator is required for this course. Teacher signature required: (Mr. Kushlan- 211).
Community of Caring 10th, 11th, 12th Year
Community of Caring combines service learning and Peer Leadership Team (PLT) objectives. The class is designed to train students to plan and put into effect school and community service projects. Students will promote positive awareness of social issues within the school. They will identify needs that exist in the community and prepare action plans and projects that address those needs. Students will also engage in forums designed to educate and tutor other students (K-12) in the values of trust, family, responsibility, caring and respect. Students will be required to perform a minimum of 20 hours of service outside the classroom. Teacher signature required: (Mr. Hopkins-116).
Journalism (Thunderbolt) 11th, 12th Year
This workshop class produces the school newspaper. Along with writing, editing and packaging the Thunderbolt, students learn basic journalism skills and concepts. Application and teacher signature required: (Mr. Felt- 104).
Literary Magazine (Pegasus) 11th, 12th Year
For students with serious interest in writing who have demonstrated skill, talent and commitment, this course provides opportunities to produce poetry, fiction and prose suitable for publication. Students will collaborate to produce and collect form students outside of class the contents for Pegasus, the Olympus literary magazine, which is produced yearly. Teacher approval required: (Mr. Florence-206).
Publications 1-6 (Odyssey) 11th, 12th Year
The goal of this workshop course is to plan and produce the school yearbook. Students receive training in laying out a yearbook, setting up group and action pictures, cropping pictures to bring out centers of interest, and rewriting copy and captions to fit copy, block and word count. Teacher signature required: (Mr. Hyatt- Media Center).
Instrumental Music
Chamber Orchestra 10th, 11th, 12th Year
The chamber orchestra consists of a small string section which meets during "0" period. Works from the classical, baroque and modern musical eras are the specialty of this group. There are opportunities for solo performances with the chamber orchestra and chamber music. A high degree of skill and proficiency is required. Admittance by audition only. Uniform required. Teacher signature required: (Mr. J. Ashton- 303).
Concert Band 10th, 11th, 12th Year
This class is primarily designed for woodwind and brass players interested in studying and performing standard and contemporary band literature. Opportunities for solos and ensemble work are provided and encouraged. Members are required to perform at all concerts.
Concert Orchestra 10th, 11th, 12th Year
Membership in the Concert Orchestra provides an opportunity for serious music students to become acquainted with the best music literature. In addition to the study and performances of standard works, opportunity is given to students to read many of the great symphonies and contemporary works of master composers. The Concert Orchestra performs in concerts and in festivals. Members of the Concert Orchestra accompany the school musical. Every student also has a chance to participate in small ensembles.
Independent Study 11th, 12th Year
An individual or organized small ensemble practices daily on goals set at the beginning of each term by the private teacher, the student and the instructor. A public performance for both individuals and ensembles of the selections to be mastered is required for a grade each term. GPA must be 3.25 or higher and teacher signature is required: (Instrumental- Mr. J. Ashton- 303; Vocal- Ms. Belnap-302).
Jazz Ensemble 10th, 11th, 12th Year
This class is for selected instrumentalists interested in exploring and performing jazz music. As this class is the most select of the instrumental music classes, members must commit themselves to attend all rehearsals, including sectionals (held at least once a week other than class time). Attendance is mandatory at all performances. Emphasis is placed on the individual to learn his/her part as there is only one person on a part. Attention is given to improving sight-reading, ear-training and improvisation. Individuals are also required to participate in another instrumental performing class. Audition and teacher signature required: (Mr. Bateman- 303).
Music Listening & Literature 11th, 12th Semester
In this course students will be introduced to music from approximately 600 B.C. to the present. The student will learn to identify music form different time periods and composers.
Percussion Ensemble 10th, 11th, 12th Year
This class is designed for the more serious percussion player. Emphasis will be placed on learning pieces specifically written for percussion ensemble. Attention will be given to both learning and playing percussion instruments as well as learning to read music for the mallet instruments. Members are also required to participate with the wind ensemble as needed, including games and assemblies. Signature required: (Mr. Bateman- 303).
Theory and Harmony A. P. 11th, 12th Year
This course is the equivalent of first year college theory and prepares students for the A. P. Theory and Harmony exam. In this course students are introduced to scales, intervals, chords, ear training, dictation and sight-singing. The construction of chords, the characteristic sounds of chords, and the use of chords in harmonizing melodies are emphasized. Practice is given in writing, singing and playing three and four-part harmony using only the primary chords at first. This is followed by similar practice in the use of secondary chords. Students are encouraged to write for vocal and instrumental groups such as mixed quartets and string quartets. Students must have note-reading and counting skills. Teacher signature required: (Mr. Ashton-303).
Wind Ensemble 10th, 11th, 12th Year
This class is primarily designed for selected woodwind and brass players interested in studying and performing advanced standard and contemporary band literature. Opportunities for solos and ensemble work are provided and encouraged. Members are required to perform at all festivals and concerts. Audition and teacher signature required: (Mr. Bateman-303).
Theater
Theater 1-2 10th, 11th, 12th Semester or Year
This course introduces students to the fundamentals of the dramatic arts. Students concern themselves with beginning acting techniques, the reading of plays, the history of theater, and creativity development.
Theater 3 11th, 12th Year
This course continues developing the basic acting skills. The physical theater (backstage organization, skills and techniques), costume, stage and lighting design, and voluntary contest work and Children's Theater are included. Prerequisite: Drama 1-2. Teacher signature required: (Mrs. Edwards-111).
Musical Theater 10th, 11th, 12th Semester
This is a specialized class for students who have previously been cast in the upcoming school musical. This class will consist of learning advanced theatrical skills through research-based character development; characterized vocal abilities, technical choral and ensemble skills; avenues of understanding and communication through connecting the performing arts to personal growth, culture and history. Signature required: (Mrs. Edwards- 111).
Play Production 12th Year
This course is designed to give students advanced training in the dramatic arts. They receive experience in advanced characterization, direction of plays, voluntary contest work and the school Shakespearean Festival. Teacher signature required: (Mrs. Edwards- 111).
Vocal Music
Concert Choir 11th, 12th Year
This is the school's most advanced large choir. The repertoire provides each student with the opportunity to learn fun, exciting and great music. In the spring, all Concert Choir members will prepare for the Spring Concert with an option to go on the California choir tour. This choir also participates in region choir competition. The course work enables students to improve their music reading ability and understand mood, form and style in choral music. Audition required. Prerequisite: Men's or Women's Chorus. Teacher signature required: (Ms. Belnap-302).
Highlights (Ladies Ensemble) 11th, 12th Year
This is a small group, generally under 18 students, of selected senior and junior girls who are enthusiastic about learning and performing all types of vocal literature. First semester the students will participate in group master classes as well as independent study opportunities. Second semester the course objectives are performance driven and will require the students' greatest skill and versatility. During this semester the Highlights prepare difficult Region material as well as light-hearted music performance opportunities are available, but students must make the commitment to attend all rehearsals and programs scheduled by the director. Senior girls in this choir must also enroll and participate in Concert Choir. Costume fee not to exceed $100 per performing group. Extensive vocal and movement audition and teacher signature required: (Ms. Belnap- 302).
Men's Chorus- Beginning (Tenor/Bass Chorus) 10th, 11th,12th First Semester
This is a great class for male students who are interested in singing. Students will have fun learning basic music reading and singing skills in an ideal "for men only" setting. The course is a prerequisite for Concert Choir and is good preparation for Concert Choir or Vocal Ensemble. The repertoire will be both educational and exciting, with selection from Bach to Billy Joel.
Men's Chorus- Advanced (Tenor/Bass Chorus) 10th, 11th, 12th Second Semester
This is an excellent class for all male students who have completed the first semester Men's Chorus course or who have had serious choral training. Students enrolling in this class should have a solid understanding of rhythmic dictation, key signatures and vocal technique. This choir will enjoy great achievement musically and vocally while learning an exciting variety of music. This class is the ideal setting for male students to improve vocally. It is a prerequisite for Concert Choir or Vocal Ensemble. It is good preparation for either of these classes. The repertoire will be both educational and exciting, with selections form Bach to Billy Joel. Students seeking instruction targeting a beginning level should enroll in the first semester class. Students already at an intermediate level should enroll in the second semester course.
Vocal Ensemble (Madrigals and Show Choir) 12th Year
This is a small group (generally not more than 28 students) of selected seniors who are anxious to learn an impressive, varied and exciting repertoire, the performance of which involves extensive precision and professionalism. Students have the opportunity to develop independence and musical sensitivity. Many opportunities to perform are available, but students must commit to attend all rehearsals and programs scheduled by the director. Members of this ensemble must also enroll and participate in Concert Choir. Female costume fee not to exceed $100 per performing group; male costume fee not to exceed $150 per performing group. Extensive vocal and movement audition required as well as teacher's signature: (Ms. Belnap-302).
Women's Chorus (Beginning) 10th, 11th, 12th First Semester
This class is an excellent course for all female students who wish to improve vocally. Serious attention will be given to music fundamentals and music reading skills. Through exciting music the students will enjoy learning sound principles of singing, thereby enabling each student to increase her vocal talent. This course is a prerequisite for Concert Choir, Vocal ensemble or Highlights.
Women's Chorus (Advanced) 10th, 11th, 12th Second Semester
This is an excellent class for all female students who have completed the first semester Women's Chorus course or who have had serious choral training. Students enrolling in this class should have a sound understanding of rhythmic dictation, key signatures and vocal technique. This choir will enjoy great achievement musically and vocally while learning an exciting variety of music. This course is a prerequisite for Concert Choir, Vocal Ensemble or Highlights.
Aerobics 10th, 11th, 12th Semester
This co-ed course divides time among aerobic activities such as jogging, low impact aerobics and bench aerobics. The goal is to achieve a reasonable level of fitness and maintain that fitness level. This is a great class for anyone interested in a high level of physical activity. Prerequisite: Fitness for Life. Lab fee $5.
Athletics- Boys/Girls 10th, 11th, 12th Semester
This is a course for student-athletes who play on the school's competitive sports teams. Athletes should register in their specific team sport listed on the registration card. Prerequisite: Prior completion of or concurrent enrollment in Fitness for Life. Teacher signature required: (Coach K. Ashton or Coach Barnes).
Dance 1 10th, 11th, 12th Semester
This class is a beginning course for students who have little or no previous dance training and experience. The course introduces students to elements of contemporary dance technique, composition, choreography and performance. Students are required to perform in the Dance Company Concert.
Dance 2 10th, 11th, 12th Semester
This class is for beginning-intermediate students who have had some previous dance training and experience. Students will further their development of contemporary dance technique elements and deepen their understanding of compositional and choreographic ideas. Students are required to perform in the Dance Company Concert.
Dance 3 10th, 11th, 12th Year
This class is for intermediate to intermediate-advanced students with substantial prior training and experience. Students are expected to have background knowledge of dance technique as they are challenged to improve their skills and engage in increasingly difficult movement combinations and compositional assignments. Students are required to perform in Dance Company concerts. Audition and/or teacher approval is required for enrollment in this class. (Mr. Mott- Dance Room)
Dance Company 11th, 12th Year
This class is an advanced dance class which focuses on choreography, rehearsal and performance. Dancers must have a strong technical and performance background as well as significant prior training and understanding of dance elements. The class requires a substantial level of discipline, dedication and time. Students are required to perform in the Dance Company concerts. Audition and teacher approval required for enrollment in this class. (Ms. Mott- Dance Room).
Drill Team 10th, 11th, 12th Year
This class explores the various elements of dance form the team point of view. This involves performing at football and basketball games throughout the year as well as participating in various competitions. This class is geared toward advanced dancers with previous ballet and jazz experience. Auditions held in April. Fee: $600 per year. Signature required: (Mrs. Lowe-226).
Fitness for Life 10th, 11th, 12th Semester
This one-semester coed course helps each student's adopt a personal life-style that will achieve physical fitness. Specifically, students will identify and understand all of the components of fitness, such as cardiovascular fitness, strength, flexibility, endurance, weight control, nutrition and stress management. Required P. E. credit. $10 lab fee.
Health Education 10th, 11th, 12th Semester
School health education provides knowledge for healthful living of the individual, family and community that aims at improving the quality of life. The emphasis is on the student as a consumer of health information in relationship to the physical, social and mental dimensions of man. Content of this required course is based upon materials adopted by the State Board of Education. Required health credit.
Lifeguard Training 10th, 11th, 12th Semester
This class is the American Red Cross Lifeguard Training course. Students learn the skills and knowledge needed to be a certified lifeguard. Students who choose to certify will receive two American Red Cross certificates: Lifeguard Training and First Aid (valid for three years) and CPR for the Professional Rescuer (valid for one year.) Prerequisite: students must be at least 15 years old and be able to (1) swim 500 yards continuously and (2) swim 20 yards, surface-dive 10 feet deep and retrieve a 10-pound brick.
Lifetime Sports 10th, 11th, 12th Semester
This is a coed physical education class organized to teach several lifetime sports. Students participate in activities from the following: golf, bowling, weight training, running and badminton. Coed team sports are also taught including softball, volleyball and basketball. Bowling fee $25. Prerequisite: Fitness for Life.
Power Training-- Football 10th, 11th, 12th Semester
This class is for football players only. The course emphasizes strength, power and speed, not body building. Teacher signature required: (Coach Smith-218).
Social Dance 10th, 11th, 12th Semester
This class is an introductory level course for various kinds of ballroom and social dances. These may include waltz, foxtrot, salsa, swing, tango, cha-cha, contemporary line dances and more. Students will be introduced to some elements of choreography and performance. Students are required to perform in the Dance Company Concert.
Sports Activities 10th, 11th, 12th Semester
This course is offered to any student who enjoys playing basketball. Students play competitive basketball games each class period. Tournaments take place daily. If you enjoy basketball, this is the class for you!
Swimming 10th, 11th, 12th Semester
This coed physical education class is organized to teach students stroke development, diving, lifesaving activities with an emphasis on competitive swimming, diving and water polo. Students taking this course must have previously taken Fitness for Life and already have basic swimming skills.
Swim Team 10th, 11th, 12th Semester
Designed for competitive coed swimmers and advanced water polo skills. Prerequisite: Swimming 1. Signature required: (Mr. Goffe- 106).
Water Aerobics 10th, 11th, 12th Semester
Students will learn components of fitness in the water while developing their strength, flexibility, jumping ability and cardiovascular endurance.
Weight Training 11th, 12th Semester/Year
This is a physical education class offered to all students with emphasis on both aerobic and anaerobic fitness. Students must have completed Fitness for Life. Activity fee $10.
Biological Science Core Classes:
These classes fill the biological science requirements:
Biology 1-2 10th, 11th, 12th Year
Biology investigates a wide range of biological science topics in molecular biology, heredity and genetics, microorganisms, plants, invertebrates, vertebrates and ecology. Designed to meet the diversified needs of students who require biology for future employment or education, this course covers biology in depth. Lab fee $10.
Human Biology Honors 10th, 11th, 12th Year
This is a full-year course with emphasis on the human organism. Course topics include the chemistry of life, cell structure and function, evolution of body systems and pathological disorders. This course is intended for students who have an interest to pursue careers in science, medicine and related fields. Lab fee $10 per year. Prerequisite: Successful completion of Biology 1-2. Teacher signature required: (Ms. Blumel-Wilson 107).
Advanced Biology 3-4 11th, 12th Year
This course is equivalent to a college freshman course. The principles of molecular and cellular biology, organisms and their structure and populations, diversity and evolution will be studied in depth. The curriculum will prepare students to take the A. P. Biology exam which all students will be expected to take in May. Students may receive university credit, determined by their score on the exam. Students will be required to purchase their own textbook. Prerequisite: successful completion of Biology 1-2 and Chemistry. Signature required: (Ms. Blum el-wilson- 107).
Chemistry Core Classes:
These courses fill the chemistry science requirement:
Chemistry 1-2 10th, 11th, 12th Year
This is a course in basic chemistry concepts for students who need an introductory chemistry background. Basic atomic theory, equations, the nature of chemical reactions, states of matter, equilibrium, acids, bases, and nuclear chemistry are presented as they relate to society. Prerequisite: current enrollment in Geometry or a higher math class. Students taking pre-Calc or Calculus should take Honors Chemistry. Lab fee $15.
Chemistry 1-2 Honors 10th, 11th, 12th Year
This is a chemistry course for college-bound students who will pursue careers in science, medicine or related fields. This full year course covers atomic theory, gases, equilibrium and other principles of chemistry. Emphasis is placed on the mathematics of principles covered and laboratory experience. Students who successfully complete this course will be considered as candidates for A. P. Chemistry. Prerequisite: for sophomores: current enrollment in Intermediate Algebra/Trig Honors or higher math class. For juniors, current enrollment in Pre-calculus/Trig or a higher math class. For seniors, current enrollment in Intermediate Algebra/Trig. or a higher math class. Lab fee $15.
Advanced Placement Chemistry 11th, 12th Year
This course is equivalent to a freshman chemistry course at a university. The principles of chemistry are covered in depth with extensive use of mathematics. Laboratory experience and principles are emphasized. University laboratory experience is also available to students. All students will take the A. P. Chemistry exam in May which may result in eight hours of college credit and the possible waiver of one or two sections of chemistry for scientists, engineers and pre-med student. Prerequisite: Chemistry 1-2, chemistry Honors and current enrollment in Pre-Calculus Honors/Trig or a higher math class. Lab fee $15. Candidates must apply to take this course. Teacher signature required: (Mr. Hancock-205).
Physics Core Classes
These courses fill the Physics science requirement:
Physics 1-2 10th, 11th, 12th Year
This is a math-based physics course for students who need an introductory physics background. The course includes basic ideas in motion, heat, light and sound. Lab fee: $15. Prerequisite: current enrollment in Geometry or a higher math class.
Physics 1-2 Honors 10th, 11th, 12th Year
This is a math-based physics course for students who need an introductory physics background. The course presents concepts in motion, heat, light and sound with mathematical explanation. Lab fee: $15. Prerequisite: for sophomores: current enrollment in Intermediate Algebra/Trig Honors or higher math class. For juniors, current enrollment in Pre-Calculus/Trig or a higher math class. For seniors, current enrollment in Intermediate Algebra/Trig. or a higher math class.
Advanced Placement Physics B 11th, 12th Year
This course is equivalent to a first year college course for science majors. The course presents basic ideas with mathematical explanation of motion, heat, light, conservation laws, electrostatics and modern physics. Students are expected to take the A. P. physics exam offered in the spring. Students may receive college credit from this exam. Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in Pre-Calculus or Pre-Calculus Honors and completion of one of the following: Physics, Physics Honors, Chemistry Honors or A. P. Chemistry. A. P. physics books are available through the Olympus High School bookstore. Lab fee $15. Teacher signature required: (Ms. Amiot- 202).
Science Electives
These courses DO NOT fill science requirements:
A. P. Environmental Science 10th, 11th, 12th Year
This Advanced Placement course is designed to be the equivalent of a college course in environmental science. It fills the Earth Science requirement for graduation. The course goal is to provide students with the scientific principles, concepts and methodologies to understand the interrelationships of the natural world, to identify environmental problems and the relative risks associated with them, and to examine alternative solutions for resolving and/or preventing them. Recommended background classes: biology and algebra. Students with a superior academic record will be most successful in this course. Lab fee $15. Teacher signature required: (Mr. Goffe- 106).
Wildlife Biology 11th, 12th Semester
This course is designed to address the interactions between man, wildlife and the environment. The students will examine the effect of man's presence on wildlife and the environment. The major wildlife species will be studied in depth. Wilderness survival skills are also taught. Lab fee $5. Prerequisite: completion of a biological science core class.
Zoology 11th, 12th Semester
Zoology provides the students with the opportunity to examine the animal kingdom with emphasis on classification, evolution, comparative anatomy, physiological adaptations and behavior. Dissection labs are required. Lab fee $5. Prerequisite: Completion of a biological science core class.
A. P. American History 11th, 12th Year
This American History course is equivalent to a college survey class. Through intensive reading, discussion and research involving a variety of texts and resources, students receive a thorough foundation in American history. They will learn how to read historical material analytically, weigh evidence and interpretations, and arrive at conclusions on the basis of facts. Many colleges and universities grant up to eight hours of credit to students who pass the A. P. exam given in May. Only students with strong academic preparation and high history grades should enroll in this program. Student must submit a written application. Teacher signature required: (Ms. Sodders- 102).
A. P. European History 12th Year
This college-level course surveys European history from 1400 to the present. Topics studied include the Renaissance, Reformation, Enlightenment, the Mighty Ute's, French Revolution, Napoleonic Era, European Imperialism, the World Wars, the Cold War, the collapse of Euro-Communism, the European Union and current history. In addition, the economic, social, political, intellectual and cultural aspects of European history will be studied including art, music, philosophy and a whole bunch of dead guys. Up to eight hours of college credit can be earned by passing the A. P. exam given in May. Recommended background courses: World Studies Honors and/or U.S. History A. P. Application form and teacher signature required: (Mr. Felt- 104).
A. P. Psychology 11th, 12th Year
This course is equivalent to an introductory psychology course at the college/university level and will prepare students to take the A. P. Psychology exam. This is a full-year course requiring extensive reading, study and discussion. Good writing skills are essential. Instructor approval and successful Honors or A. P. experience is required. Psychology 1 is strongly recommended. Teacher signature required: (Mr. Vandenakker- 208).
A. P. United States Government 11th*, 12th Semester
This semester-length A. P. course fills the U.S. Government graduation requirement with a college-level class in American government and politics. Students will study general concepts needed to interpret American politics and analyze specific case studies. Students will also study various institutions, groups, beliefs and ideas fundamental to understanding the functioning of the American political system. The course will include an in-depth study of the United States Constitution as well as important Supreme Court cases. Only students with strong academic preparation and high history grades should enroll in the course. Application and teacher signature required. (Ms. Sodders- 102). *11th graders may take this class only if they are also registered in A. P. American History.
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American Studies 1-2 11th Year
The first semester of this course surveys American history from colonial times through World War I. The second semester focuses on American History in the twentieth century including the Great Depression, World War II, the Cold War, the Civil Rights movement and recent U.S. history.
Latin American History 11th, 12th Semester
Students will explore the rich and evolving culture of Latin America from the arrival of Europeans to the present. The indigenous people of what we now refer to as Latin America were forced, into the vast majority of cases, to relinquish their social, political and religious institutions to make way for Spanish rule, exploitation and social stratification. The course will explore pre-Columbian cultures and then delve into the effects of colonization and the heroic efforts of various independence movements. The lives of influential Latin Americans ranging from the political (Simon Bolivar, Pancho Villa and Che Guevara) to the artistic (Frida Kahlo. Diego Rivera) will also be studied.
Philosophy (Historical Personalities) 11th, 12th Semester
This class will offer a challenging look at the great thinkers whose ideas have shaped our civilization. It will discuss philosophers in terms of the historical and intellectual environment which influenced them and connect their lasting ideas to the public and private choices we face in America today. Points of study will focus on Plato, Descartes, Hume, Hegel, Marx and Sartre. $25 lab fee. Teacher signature required: (Ms. Brough-212).
Psychology (CC) 11th, 12th Semester
This course introduces students to the study of the behavior of individuals. It emphasizes the manner in which individuals can apply various psychological theories and concepts to better understand themselves, their motives and their relationships with other people. Students may earn concurrent enrollment credit.
Sociology 11th, 12th Semester
This course offers a fascinating look at human society and America's many social problems. The content is designed to help students understand society, one's role in society, social change and the influence of society upon the individual. Units studied include cultural values, the changing role of women and men, crime, drugs, poverty, the family, dating and the major problems in our society today.
U.S. Government & Citizenship 12th Semester
The class will focus on the major ideas, protections, privileges, structures and economic systems that affect the life of a citizen in the United States political system. This course is required for high school graduation in Utah.
World Studies 1-2 10th Year
The sophomore history program consists of world history and cultures. The first semester includes a study of ancient civilizations such as Egypt, Greece, Rome and Medieval Europe. A study of selected non-Western cultures will be included. The second semester surveys world history form the Italian Renaissance to the present.
World Studies Honors 10th Year
This is a lecture-intensive class specifically designed to prepare students for Advanced Placement courses and college work. Students enrolling in the course should be self-motivated learners who want a strong academic program that involves more work and study than a regular history class. Topics studied include ancient civilizations, non-Western cultures, the development of the modern world and twentieth century history. Students desiring to register for the class must complete an application form and turn it in to their World Geography teacher. The final decision on which students are admitted into the course will be made by the World Studies Honors teacher. Teacher signature required: (Present 9th grade social studies teacher).
Advanced Placement Art History 11th, 12th Year
This course offers an intensive study of great artists and art movements with college credit for those students who complete the course and pass the test with a satisfactory score. Purchase of texts recommended. Application available in Room 133. Teacher approval required. (Mrs. Stafford- 127 or 133).
Advanced Placement Studio Art 11th, 12th Year
This is a year-long college level art course. Portfolio production in drawing, painting, color/design will prepare students for their A. P. submissions as well as help them develop art portfolios for college admission. The submission of a successful portfolio to the College Board will allow students to earn college credit. It is possible for students to complete a drawing portfolio one year and a 2D portfolio another year. Students will exhibit work in school, state and district art shows. Fees not to exceed $35 per semester. Prerequisite: Drawing 1 or Painting 1. It is recommended students also have completed Drawing and Painting 3-4. Teacher approval required (Mrs. Stafford-127 or 133).
Art Appreciation (CC) 11th, 12th Semester
Students examine ways the visual arts (i.e. painting, drawing, sculpture, architecture, photography and film) have influenced our world throughout its history. The study of these arts through films, discussions and critiques enables students to discover ways to enrich their personal environments by incorporating these arts into their daily aesthetic decisions, while developing skills for looking at and talking about works of art in an educated manner. Students may earn concurrent enrollment credit through Salt Lake Community College. Fee $10.
Ceramics 1 (Beginning) and Ceramics 2 (intermediate) (CC) 10th, 11th, 12th Semester or Year
Students learn the basic procedures for preparing, wedging, forming, glazing and firing ceramic clay. Skills are applied to hand-built and wheel-thrown functional and decorative forms and to representational and abstract sculptural forms. Students will develop the ability to make judgments about the aesthetic quality of ceramic forms. Junior and senior students in Pottery 2 may earn concurrent enrollment credit through Salt Lake Community College. Prerequisite for Pottery 2: Pottery 1. Fee not to exceed $35 per semester.
Ceramics 3-4 and 5-6 (Advanced) (CC) 11th, 12th Semester or Year
These courses provide opportunities for students to refine the hand-built, wheel-thrown and sculptural techniques learned in Pottery 1 and Pottery 2. Students will be introduced to advanced methods utilized in creating, decorating and firing functional and decorative forms as well as representational and abstract sculptural forms. Experimentation with methods and materials will be encouraged. Through critiques, students will articulate their assessment of the aesthetic quality of ceramic pieces. Students will exhibit work in various art shows throughout the year. Junior and senior students may take this class for three semester hours of concurrent college credit if they have not previously received concurrent credit for a pottery course. Prerequisite for pottery 3-4; Pottery 1-2. Prerequisite for Pottery 5-6; Pottery 3-4. Fee not to exceed $35 per semester.
Commercial Art and Design 1220 (CC) 11th, 12th Semester
This is an introductory course which offers three semester hours of college credit. It is designed to provide an understanding of design concepts in the use of color, type, illustration, graphic design, caricature/cartooning, etc. Various media will be explored. Prerequisite: Art Foundations 2, 9th grade Advanced Art. Fee not to exceed $35 per semester.
Drawing 1- Art Foundations 10th, 11th, 12th Semester
This is a high school foundation course and a prerequisite for all other studio art classes. The course provides instruction in basic drawing concepts. Emphasis is placed on learning and demonstration art concepts relating to the elements (line, texture, value, color, etc.) and principles (unity, balance, etc.) of design. Fee not to exceed $15.
Drawing 2 10th, 11th, 12th Semester
This course is a continuation of Drawing 1. Students will continue to examine the elements and principles of design while exploring various media. The emphasis of this course is understanding how to render drawings in color. Prerequisite: Foundations (9th grade Advanced Drawing) or Drawing 1 (high school level). Fee not to exceed $15.
Drawing 3 (CC) 10th, 11th, 12th Semester
This is a concurrent enrollment college class. Students in the 11th and 12th grades can earn high school art credit will earning 3 semester hours of college credit. Emphasis in this course is figure and portrait drawing. Live models (as opposed to pictures) will be used for most of the drawings. Prerequisite: Foundations (9th grade Advanced Drawing) or Drawing 1 (high school level). Fee not to exceed $25.
Drawing 4 (CC) 10th, 11th, 12th Semester
This is a concurrent credit college class. Students in the 11th and 12th grades can earn high school art credit while earning 3 semester hours of college credit. The course is designed to help students work on mastering their drawing skills, improve their ability to design compositions and gain more self expression. Students choose their own subject matter while gaining proficiency of various media such as prismacolor and acrylic paint. Prerequisite: Foundations (9th grade advanced drawing) or Drawing 1 (high school level).
Film Studies 11th, 12th Year
This course is a survey of American cinema. The class will examine the 100 year history of film including cultural influences, genres, the Hollywood system and artistic aspects of cinema. Approximately 25 films will be screened in class.
Painting 3-4 (CC) 11th, 12th Semester or Year
This course offers 3 college credit hours per semester. It is offered only to students who are enrolled in the A. P. Studio Art class. It is designed to allow A. P. Studio students extra time to work on their portfolios for submission to the A. P. Studio course. Fees are covered in the A. P. Studio class. Teacher signature required. (Mrs. Stafford- 127 or 133).
Adv. Drawing 5-6/ Painting 5-6 (CC) 11th, 12th Semester or Year
This year-long course offers six semester hours of college credit. It is and advanced level course for students who wish to explore various media while developing their own personal expression. Students will exhibit work in various art shows throughout the year. Fees will not exceed $35 per semester. Prerequisite: Drawing and Painting 3-4. Elective credit. Teacher approval required. (Mrs. Stafford- 127 or 133).
Painting- oil (CC) 10th, 11th, 12th Semester
This class offers three semester hours of college credit for juniors and seniors. It is designed to help students learn all the techniques of oil painting while rendering a wide variety of subject matter. Prerequisite: Drawing 1 or Introductory Art Foundations. Fees will not exceed $35 per semester. Art core class.
Painting- watercolor (CC) 10th, 11th, 12th Semester
This course offers three semester hours of college credit for juniors and seniors. It is designed to help students learn all the techniques of painting using watercolors while rendering a wide variety of subject matter. Prerequisite: Drawing 1 or Introductory Art Foundations. Fees will not exceed $35 per semester. Art core class.
Chinese 1 10th, 11th, 12th Year
This is a beginning course in Chinese. Listening and speaking skills will be emphasized but students will also be introduced to written Chinese characters. Students will be taught by a native Chinese speaker through an interactive Ed net broadcast and will also receive face-to-face instruction from an on-site Chinese teacher. Chinese culture will be studied throughout the course.
Chinese 2 11th, 12th Year
This second-year course in a continuation of the study of Chinese grammar, conversation and culture. Conversation topics include family, weather, food, clothing, sports and health. More written Chinese characters will be introduced. Students will be taught by a native Chinese speaker through and interactive Ed net broadcast and will also receive face-to-face instruction from an on-site Chinese teacher. Prerequisite: Chinese 1.
French 1 10th, 11th, 12th Year
The four language skills are listening, speaking, reading and writing. In levels 1 and 2, teachers stress speaking and listening. Pupils practice the skills by means of dialogues, structure drills, reading selections and exercises. Students also study the culture and geography of the foreign country. Workbook required.
French 2 10th, 11th, 12th Year
This course continues the development of speaking and listening skills and emphasizes reading. Narratives and dialogues are used to teach structure and vocabulary. Through the reading selections, pupils learn about French culture and geography. Workbook required. Prerequisite: French 1 or equivalent.
French 3 10th, 11th, 12th Year
French is used almost exclusively in the classroom. The class stresses grammar, writing and reading. Listening comprehension, oral practice, culture and history are emphasized as they relate to the reading program, which includes a class reader, a novel, and an optional play. Workbook required. Prerequisite: French 2.
French 4 10th, 11th, 12th Year
This course is similar to French 3 but it is on a more advanced level. Students develop language skills though reading of li