NON-DEPARTMENTAL

School Year: 2023-2024  /  Number of Courses: 66

Department Overview

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CE737 STEM ROBOTICS
7th - 8th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: None.


Robotics is an elective course where students learn to design, build, and program robots and autonomous machines. Students will learn about electricity and how society depends on this energy source. Lessons on electronic components, electrical circuits, and computer programming will enable students to design and construct their own robot. The course will culminate with a student robotics competition where students work collaboratively to design and map a course for their robot to follow as it performs various tasks. The format of the class is designed to be hands on, project-based, and student centered. Throughout the class students will be learning essential reading, writing, and critical thinking skills needed for success in their future education and careers. Pipeline course for the Engineering Pathway.



CE737F STEM ROBOTICS
7th - 8th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: None.


Robotics is an elective course where students learn to design, build, and program robots and autonomous machines. Students will learn about electricity and how society depends on this energy source. Lessons on electronic components, electrical circuits, and computer programming will enable students to design and construct their own robot. The course will culminate with a student robotics competition where students work collaboratively to design and map a course for their robot to follow as it performs various tasks. The format of the class is designed to be hands on, project-based, and student centered. Throughout the class students will be learning essential reading, writing, and critical thinking skills needed for success in their future education and careers. Pipeline course for the Engineering Pathway.



CE737Q STEM ROBOTICS
7th - 8th
2.5 quarter credits
Recommendation: None.


Robotics is an elective course where students learn to design, build, and program robots and autonomous machines. Students will learn about electricity and how society depends on this energy source. Lessons on electronic components, electrical circuits, and computer programming will enable students to design and construct their own robot. The course will culminate with a student robotics competition where students work collaboratively to design and map a course for their robot to follow as it performs various tasks. The format of the class is designed to be hands on, project-based, and student centered. Throughout the class students will be learning essential reading, writing, and critical thinking skills needed for success in their future education and careers. Pipeline course for the Engineering Pathway.



CE737S STEM ROBOTICS
7th - 8th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: None.


Robotics is an elective course where students learn to design, build, and program robots and autonomous machines. Students will learn about electricity and how society depends on this energy source. Lessons on electronic components, electrical circuits, and computer programming will enable students to design and construct their own robot. The course will culminate with a student robotics competition where students work collaboratively to design and map a course for their robot to follow as it performs various tasks. The format of the class is designed to be hands on, project-based, and student centered. Throughout the class students will be learning essential reading, writing, and critical thinking skills needed for success in their future education and careers. Pipeline course for the Engineering Pathway.



CE742 MESA EXPLORED
7th - 8th
5.0 semester credits
Must have MESA organization approval to offer. Consult Curriculum & Instruction office prior to offering.


Mathematics, Engineering, Science Achievement (MESA) is a one-year exploratory elective course. The focus of the course is to allow students to apply academic content to real-life situations and explore career opportunities. This course is offered as an interdisciplinary subject with a focus on mathematics and science content. Students will be exposed to other California Content Standards including English-Language Arts, Technology, and Art. Students will use problem and project based learning models to study engineering, physics, and mathematical concepts. They will use these concepts and apply them to the design and building of hands-on projects. Special emphasis will be placed on laboratory investigation, hands-on projects, and data collection. The course will cover major aspects of engineering, including civil, mechanical, aeronautical, chemical, and automotive. Students will also focus on the applied aspects of physics, which include forces, motion, density, and technology. The mathematical concepts studied in this course include several aspects of algebra and geometry. The course will also expose the students to potential career paths, college opportunities advising, public speaking, and technology.



CE742F MESA EXPLORED
7th - 8th
5.0 semester credits
Must have MESA organization approval to offer. Consult Curriculum & Instruction office prior to offering.


Mathematics, Engineering, Science Achievement (MESA) is a one-year exploratory elective course. The focus of the course is to allow students to apply academic content to real-life situations and explore career opportunities. This course is offered as an interdisciplinary subject with a focus on mathematics and science content. Students will be exposed to other California Content Standards including English-Language Arts, Technology, and Art. Students will use problem and project based learning models to study engineering, physics, and mathematical concepts. They will use these concepts and apply them to the design and building of hands-on projects. Special emphasis will be placed on laboratory investigation, hands-on projects, and data collection. The course will cover major aspects of engineering, including civil, mechanical, aeronautical, chemical, and automotive. Students will also focus on the applied aspects of physics, which include forces, motion, density, and technology. The mathematical concepts studied in this course include several aspects of algebra and geometry. The course will also expose the students to potential career paths, college opportunities advising, public speaking, and technology.



CE742Q MESA EXPLORED
7th - 8th
2.5 quarter credits
Must have MESA organization approval to offer. Consult Curriculum & Instruction office prior to offering.


Mathematics, Engineering, Science Achievement (MESA) is a one-year exploratory elective course. The focus of the course is to allow students to apply academic content to real-life situations and explore career opportunities. This course is offered as an interdisciplinary subject with a focus on mathematics and science content. Students will be exposed to other California Content Standards including English-Language Arts, Technology, and Art. Students will use problem and project based learning models to study engineering, physics, and mathematical concepts. They will use these concepts and apply them to the design and building of hands-on projects. Special emphasis will be placed on laboratory investigation, hands-on projects, and data collection. The course will cover major aspects of engineering, including civil, mechanical, aeronautical, chemical, and automotive. Students will also focus on the applied aspects of physics, which include forces, motion, density, and technology. The mathematical concepts studied in this course include several aspects of algebra and geometry. The course will also expose the students to potential career paths, college opportunities advising, public speaking, and technology.



CE742S MESA EXPLORED
7th - 8th
5.0 semester credits
Must have MESA organization approval to offer. Consult Curriculum & Instruction office prior to offering.


Mathematics, Engineering, Science Achievement (MESA) is a one-year exploratory elective course. The focus of the course is to allow students to apply academic content to real-life situations and explore career opportunities. This course is offered as an interdisciplinary subject with a focus on mathematics and science content. Students will be exposed to other California Content Standards including English-Language Arts, Technology, and Art. Students will use problem and project based learning models to study engineering, physics, and mathematical concepts. They will use these concepts and apply them to the design and building of hands-on projects. Special emphasis will be placed on laboratory investigation, hands-on projects, and data collection. The course will cover major aspects of engineering, including civil, mechanical, aeronautical, chemical, and automotive. Students will also focus on the applied aspects of physics, which include forces, motion, density, and technology. The mathematical concepts studied in this course include several aspects of algebra and geometry. The course will also expose the students to potential career paths, college opportunities advising, public speaking, and technology.



ND150F MINIMUM DAY
7th - 12th
0.0 semester credits
Required: Written parent permission.


This course code number is used to designate periods of time when students are not involved in on-campus or off-campus classes for credit. Students are not to be on the local school campus during this time without prior administrative approval.



ND150S MINIMUM DAY
7th - 12th
0.0 semester credits
Required: Written parent permission.


This course code number is used to designate periods of time when students are not involved in on-campus or off-campus classes for credit. Students are not to be on the local school campus during this time without prior administrative approval.



ND151F NO CLASS-AM
7th - 12th
0.0 semester credits
Required: Written parent permission.


This course code number is used to designate periods of time when students are not involved in on-campus or off-campus classes for credit. Students are not to be on the local school campus during this time without prior administrative approval.



ND151S NO CLASS-AM
7th - 12th
0.0 semester credits
Required: Written parent permission.


This course code number is used to designate periods of time when students are not involved in on-campus or off-campus classes for credit. Students are not to be on the local school campus during this time without prior administrative approval.



ND152F NO CLASS-PM
7th - 12th
0.0 semester credits
Required: Written parent permission.


This course code number is used to designate periods of time when students are not involved in on-campus or off-campus classes for credit. Students are not to be on the local school campus during this time without prior administrative approval.



ND152S NO CLASS-PM
7th - 12th
0.0 semester credits
Required: Written parent permission.


This course code number is used to designate periods of time when students are not involved in on-campus or off-campus classes for credit. Students are not to be on the local school campus during this time without prior administrative approval.



ND700F AVID MIDDLE LEVEL 7
7th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: None.


The goal of this AVID course is to prepare students to enter the college preparatory and advanced course sequence at the high school level. This class provides academic and motivational support to assist students in achieving success in the most challenging core curriculum classes. Students learn the writing, language, and collaborative problem-solving skills necessary for success in high school, college, and life. A tutoring component also assists AVID students individually and in study groups.



ND700S AVID MIDDLE LEVEL 7
7th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: None.


The goal of this AVID course is to prepare students to enter the college preparatory and advanced course sequence at the high school level. This class provides academic and motivational support to assist students in achieving success in the most challenging core curriculum classes. Students learn the writing, language, and collaborative problem-solving skills necessary for success in high school, college, and life. A tutoring component also assists AVID students individually and in study groups.



ND702 COLLEGE & CAREER READINESS
7th - 8th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: (Oxford Academy only) - Teacher recommendation.


The goal of this course is to prepare students to enter the college preparatory and advanced course sequence at the high school level. This class provides academic and motivational support to assist students in achieving success in the most challenging core curriculum classes. Students learn the writing, language, and collaborative problem-solving skills necessary for success in high school, college, and life.



ND702F COLLEGE & CAREER READINESS
7th - 8th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: (Oxford Academy only) - Teacher recommendation.


The goal of this course is to prepare students to enter the college preparatory and advanced course sequence at the high school level. This class provides academic and motivational support to assist students in achieving success in the most challenging core curriculum classes. Students learn the writing, language, and collaborative problem-solving skills necessary for success in high school, college, and life.



ND702Q COLLEGE & CAREER READINESS
7th - 8th
2.5 quarter credits
Recommendation: (Oxford Academy only) - Teacher recommendation.


The goal of this course is to prepare students to enter the college preparatory and advanced course sequence at the high school level. This class provides academic and motivational support to assist students in achieving success in the most challenging core curriculum classes. Students learn the writing, language, and collaborative problem-solving skills necessary for success in high school, college, and life.



ND702S COLLEGE & CAREER READINESS
7th - 8th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: (Oxford Academy only) - Teacher recommendation.


The goal of this course is to prepare students to enter the college preparatory and advanced course sequence at the high school level. This class provides academic and motivational support to assist students in achieving success in the most challenging core curriculum classes. Students learn the writing, language, and collaborative problem-solving skills necessary for success in high school, college, and life.



ND703 AVID AWARENESS
7th
5.0 semester credits
This course is designed for the 7th grade quarter wheel.


This course is an introductory-level AVID course that introduces students to AVID’s core instructional principles: writing, inquiry, collaboration, organization, and reading (WICOR). Students develop strategies for success, including organizational, time management, and focused note-taking skills, which are essential for high school, college, career, and life readiness. Students who successfully complete this course can enroll in the yearlong AVID elective. This course will not be captured in the AVID data collection and certification.



ND703Q AVID AWARENESS
7th
5.0 quarter credits
This course is designed for the 7th grade quarter wheel.


This course is an introductory-level AVID course that introduces students to AVID’s core instructional principles: writing, inquiry, collaboration, organization, and reading (WICOR). Students develop strategies for success, including organizational, time management, and focused note-taking skills, which are essential for high school, college, career, and life readiness. Students who successfully complete this course can enroll in the yearlong AVID elective. This course will not be captured in the AVID data collection and certification.



ND704F LEARNING SKILLS
7th - 8th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: None.


The Learning Skills course is designed as a support class to address student behavioral needs. A limited number of students must be placed using a defined, data-informed criteria. The course curriculum must be a research-based behavioral modification curriculum, such as "Why Try", "Boy’s Town", etc.. The duration of the course should be limited to only one or two semesters with established exit criteria to be used to return students to the core curriculum. Each site is limited to only one section of Learning Skills per semester.



ND704Q LEARNING SKILLS
7th - 8th
2.5 quarter credits
Recommendation: None.


Quarter length course variant.



ND704S LEARNING SKILLS
7th - 8th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: None.


The Learning Skills course is designed as a support class to address student behavioral needs. A limited number of students must be placed using a defined, data-informed criteria. The course curriculum must be a research-based behavioral modification curriculum, such as "Why Try", "Boy’s Town", etc.. The duration of the course should be limited to only one or two semesters with established exit criteria to be used to return students to the core curriculum. Each site is limited to only one section of Learning Skills per semester.



ND720F STUDENT GOVERNMENT
7th - 8th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: Teacher recommendation.


This class is open to students who have been elected by the student body to serve on the Associated Student Body Cabinet and to those students appointed to fill non-elective cabinet positions. Pride in one's school, service, responsibility, good citizenship, and character building skills are stressed.



ND720S STUDENT GOVERNMENT
7th - 8th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: Teacher recommendation.


This class is open to students who have been elected by the student body to serve on the Associated Student Body Cabinet and to those students appointed to fill non-elective cabinet positions. Pride in one's school, service, responsibility, good citizenship, and character building skills are stressed.



ND721F LEADWORTHY
7th - 8th
5.0 semester credits
This course is designed for Junior High students.


This course explores a variety of topics related to building confidence, establishing leadership skills, personal finance, and establishing personal, relational, and academic goals. Students will build communication skills, while developing problem-solving skills. The course has a strong focus on collaboration as well as written and oral skills.



ND721S LEADWORTHY
7th - 8th
5.0 semester credits
This course is designed for Junior High students.


This course explores a variety of topics related to building confidence, establishing leadership skills, personal finance, and establishing personal, relational, and academic goals. Students will build communication skills, while developing problem-solving skills. The course has a strong focus on collaboration as well as written and oral skills.



ND723F CONFLICT RESOLUTION
7th - 8th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: Teacher recommendation.


This course trains students in active listening, decision-making, and problem-solving skills. Students will use these skills as conflict managers in disputes among students and also between students and teachers. Students will be responsible for designing and maintaining a campus-wide conflict resolution program to be used as an integral component of campus discipline and safety.



ND723S CONFLICT RESOLUTION
7th - 8th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: Teacher recommendation.


This course trains students in active listening, decision-making, and problem-solving skills. Students will use these skills as conflict managers in disputes among students and also between students and teachers. Students will be responsible for designing and maintaining a campus-wide conflict resolution program to be used as an integral component of campus discipline and safety.



ND731 MULTICULTURAL AWARENESS
7th - 8th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: None.


This course introduces the concepts of multiculturalism to the junior high school student. The course develops an awareness of such topics as intercultural understanding, prejudice, stereotypes and the promotion of multicultural harmony.



ND753F HOMEROOM/ADVISEMENT
7th - 8th
0.0 semester credits
No credits awarded for this period.






ND753S HOMEROOM/ADVISEMENT
7th - 8th
0.0 semester credits
No credits awarded for this period.






ND756F MONITORING
7th - 8th
0.0 semester credits
No credits awarded for this period.






ND756S MONITORING
7th - 8th
0.0 semester credits
No credits awarded for this period.






ND757F MONITORING (EL)
7th - 8th
0.0 semester credits
No credits awarded for this period.






ND757S MONITORING (EL)
7th - 8th
0.0 semester credits
No credits awarded for this period.






ND759F MONITORING
7th - 8th
0.0 semester credits
No credits awarded for this period.






ND759S MONITORING
7th - 8th
0.0 semester credits
No credits awarded for this period.






ND760 BASICS OF MINDFULNESS 1
7th - 8th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: None.


This course explores the basic concepts of mindfulness including theory and science, with an emphasis on practicing. The purpose of the course is to improve students’ ability to focus, regulate emotions, reduce stress, build resilience, and cultivate self-compassion. Students are provided with audio guided mindfulness lessons relating to each topic. Daily practices are highly encouraged.



ND760F BASICS OF MINDFULNESS 1
7th - 8th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: None.


This course explores the basic concepts of mindfulness including theory and science, with an emphasis on practicing. The purpose of the course is to improve students’ ability to focus, regulate emotions, reduce stress, build resilience, and cultivate self-compassion. Students are provided with audio guided mindfulness lessons relating to each topic. Daily practices are highly encouraged.



ND760Q BASICS OF MINDFULNESS 1
7th - 8th
2.5 quarter credits
Recommendation: None.


This course explores the basic concepts of mindfulness including theory and science, with an emphasis on practicing. The purpose of the course is to improve students’ ability to focus, regulate emotions, reduce stress, build resilience, and cultivate self-compassion. Students are provided with audio guided mindfulness lessons relating to each topic. Daily practices are highly encouraged.



ND760S BASICS OF MINDFULNESS 1
7th - 8th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: None.


This course explores the basic concepts of mindfulness including theory and science, with an emphasis on practicing. The purpose of the course is to improve students’ ability to focus, regulate emotions, reduce stress, build resilience, and cultivate self-compassion. Students are provided with audio guided mindfulness lessons relating to each topic. Daily practices are highly encouraged.



ND761F BASICS OF MINDFULNESS 2
8th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: None.






ND761Q BASICS OF MINDFULNESS 2
8th
2.5 quarter credits
Recommendation: None.






ND761S BASICS OF MINDFULNESS 2
8th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: None.






ND800F AVID MIDDLE LEVEL 8
8th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: Teacher recommendation.


This course continues the goal of AVID, to prepare students to enter the college preparatory and advanced course sequence at the high school level. This class provides academic and motivational support to assist students in achieving success in the most challenging core curriculum classes. Students learn the writing, language, and collaborative problem-solving skills necessary for success in high school, college, and life. A tutoring component also assists AVID students individually and in study groups.



ND800S AVID MIDDLE LEVEL 8
8th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: Teacher recommendation.


This course continues the goal of AVID, to prepare students to enter the college preparatory and advanced course sequence at the high school level. This class provides academic and motivational support to assist students in achieving success in the most challenging core curriculum classes. Students learn the writing, language, and collaborative problem-solving skills necessary for success in high school, college, and life. A tutoring component also assists AVID students individually and in study groups.



ND801F AVID EXCEL 8
8th
5.0 semester credits
Requirement: Concurrent enrollment in mainstream English 8; CELDT Intermediate/Early Advanced, or ELPAC: Expanding proficiency levels; completion of AVID EXCEL 7.


This course is designed to build academic language and improve literacy skills for Long Term English Learners (LTELs) or students at risk of becoming LTELs. The course focuses on six consistent learning strands - reading, writing, oral language, academic vocabulary, study skills, and self-determination and leadership. These skills help to accelerate language acquisition, increase overall achievement, and give students access to rigorous coursework.



ND801S AVID EXCEL 8
8th
5.0 semester credits
Requirement: Concurrent enrollment in mainstream English 8; CELDT Intermediate/Early Advanced, or ELPAC: Expanding proficiency levels; completion of AVID EXCEL 7.


This course is designed to build academic language and improve literacy skills for Long Term English Learners (LTELs) or students at risk of becoming LTELs. The course focuses on six consistent learning strands - reading, writing, oral language, academic vocabulary, study skills, and self-determination and leadership. These skills help to accelerate language acquisition, increase overall achievement, and give students access to rigorous coursework.



ND840 DEPT TEACH AIDE
8th
5.0 semester credits
Prerequisite: 8th grade students with written consent from counselor, parent, and teacher and satisfactory citizenship, effort and attendance.


This course provides skills in organizing, filing, running errands, communication with faculty, leadership, and other tasks required in a departmental office and/or a teacher's classroom.



ND840F DEPT TEACH AIDE
8th
5.0 semester credits
Prerequisite: 8th grade students with written consent from counselor, parent, and teacher and satisfactory citizenship, effort and attendance.


This course provides skills in organizing, filing, running errands, communication with faculty, leadership, and other tasks required in a departmental office and/or a teacher's classroom.



ND840S DEPT TEACH AIDE
8th
5.0 semester credits
Prerequisite: 8th grade students with written consent from counselor, parent, and teacher and satisfactory citizenship, effort and attendance.


This course provides skills in organizing, filing, running errands, communication with faculty, leadership, and other tasks required in a departmental office and/or a teacher's classroom.



ND841F OFFICE AIDE
8th
5.0 semester credits
Prerequisite: 8th grade students with written consent from counselor, parent, and teacher and satisfactory citizenship, effort and attendance.


This course gives students practical office experience and skills in alphabetizing, filing, record keeping, phone use, and other skills in on-campus office facilities.



ND841S OFFICE AIDE
8th
5.0 semester credits
Prerequisite: 8th grade students with written consent from counselor, parent, and teacher and satisfactory citizenship, effort and attendance.


This course gives students practical office experience and skills in alphabetizing, filing, record keeping, phone use, and other skills in on-campus office facilities.



ND842F CAMPUS AIDE
8th
5.0 semester credits
Prerequisite: 8th grade students with written consent from counselor, parent, and teacher and satisfactory citizenship, effort and attendance.


This course gives practical training in positions such as cafeteria and custodial assistants.



ND842S CAMPUS AIDE
8th
5.0 semester credits
Prerequisite: 8th grade students with written consent from counselor, parent, and teacher and satisfactory citizenship, effort and attendance.


This course gives practical training in positions such as cafeteria and custodial assistants.



ND844F TECHNOLOGY AIDE
8th
5.0 semester credits
Prerequisite: Written consent from parent and supervisor recommendation.


This course gives students practical experience in instructing and assisting students and teachers in the operation of equipment and in the application of software using emerging technologies.



ND844S TECHNOLOGY AIDE
8th
5.0 semester credits
Prerequisite: Written consent from parent and supervisor recommendation.


This course gives students practical experience in instructing and assisting students and teachers in the operation of equipment and in the application of software using emerging technologies.



ND845F LIBRARY ASSIST 1
8th
5.0 semester credits
Prerequisite: Written consent from parent and supervisory personnel.


This course provides an opportunity for the student to develop skills in research and retrieval of information, operation and use of computer and audiovisual equipment, and processing and circulation of materials. Students in this course also learn about attitudes and skills necessary to provide services to patrons and acquire awareness about careers in librarianship, information science, teaching, and public service.



ND845S LIBRARY ASSIST 1
8th
5.0 semester credits
Prerequisite: Written consent from parent and supervisory personnel.


This course provides an opportunity for the student to develop skills in research and retrieval of information, operation and use of computer and audiovisual equipment, and processing and circulation of materials. Students in this course also learn about attitudes and skills necessary to provide services to patrons and acquire awareness about careers in librarianship, information science, teaching, and public service.



ND998 ELECTIVE CREDIT
7th - 8th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: None.


This course code number will be used to designate credits for elective courses not offered in the Anaheim Union High School District.



VP713 STAGECRAFT
7th - 8th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: None.


In this course students will learn the backstage roles of Theatre Arts. Students will have experiences with lighting, sound, costuming, makeup, stage design, prop and set design, stage managing, and house managing through hands on experience in both a classroom and production setting.



VP713F STAGECRAFT
7th - 8th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: None.


In this course students will learn the backstage roles of Theatre Arts. Students will have experiences with lighting, sound, costuming, makeup, stage design, prop and set design, stage managing, and house managing through hands on experience in both a classroom and production setting.



VP713S STAGECRAFT
7th - 8th
5.0 semester credits
Recommendation: None.


In this course students will learn the backstage roles of Theatre Arts. Students will have experiences with lighting, sound, costuming, makeup, stage design, prop and set design, stage managing, and house managing through hands on experience in both a classroom and production setting.