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General Electives College-Preparatory Elective*
(“G”) One year required for UC/CSU
English Electives
Creative Writing 9-10 (1 semester course)
*Student must choose 2 one semester courses
Course # 1300 Grade Level: 9, 10 Prerequisites: None
UC Approved – N/A
Credits: 5
This semester course is designed for students who enjoy writing. It provides instruction and practice in writing prose and poetry. Students will keep a writer’s journal throughout the course.
Mythology (1 semester course)
*Student must choose 2 one semester courses
Course # 1320 Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Prerequisites: None
UC Approved – N/A
Credits: 5
The mythology course provides students with the opportunity to study the culture and literature of the Greeks, Romans, Egyptians, and Norse (Vikings). Students will end the semester with a research unit on a culture/mythology of their choice.
Yearbook A/B
(Application Required)
Course # 8701/8702 Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12 Prerequisites: None
UC Approved – G – Elective Course
Credits: 10
This course is designed to provide practical, specific experiences with the goal of publication of the yearbook. Topics that will be covered include writing copy, captions and headlines, planning and drawing layouts, photography, communication skills, independent thinking skills, and responsibility. Members are expected to assume the responsibilities and self-discipline necessary to contribute to the success of such an organization. Elective credit only.