Course Name & Number
Modality
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This course prepares the student to develop a creative portfolio of student work representing a selection of performance(s) in music or art. Students illustrate unique talent and personality in a professional works portfolio through the collection and organization of pieces. This course may be leveraged to prepare a portfolio for post-secondary admissions.
795
1 Term
One Level
Prerequisite: Psychology Recommended
Positive Psychology is designed to explore a balanced, more complete view of human functioning by including both positive and negative views of reality. This course will delve into the growing field of positive psychology through many pioneering contributions, through reflections on current events and research, and through personal mini-experiments and life enhancement strategies.
763
2 Terms
UC Approved
NCAA Approved
Essential
College Prep
Post-Secondary Exploration (PSE), is a 1 term course designed to empower students to explore and plan for their future after graduation. With the support of a Fusion Post-Secondary Counselor and innovative tech/AI-driven assessments, students identify their strengths, aptitudes, and interests, and develop a roadmap for their future. Whether they are applying to a 4 or 2 year college, GAP year programs, vocation/trade tech schools, or headed into the workforce, PSE students will embark on a guided journey through their personalized path with the support of a college and career readiness expert. Students receive customized 1-to-1 support in building a balanced college list, college essay writing, drafting resumes/cover letters, identifying career matches and creating a Personal Readiness Project with SMART goals in place for their future.
514
1 Term
UC Approved
Essential
College Prep
It’s never to early to begin planning for your future! 9th or 10th grade students will work 1:1 with a Fusion Post-Secondary Counselor to set goals and milestones for high school and beyond. Students will enhance their time management, organization, and emotional intelligence while exploring college/ career paths, engaging in clubs, community service, or summer programs. Students will actively plan and participate in extracurricular activities, document achievements, develop their study skills and and understand how to position themselves competitively for college admissions or whatever their future has in store. This course empowers students to develop a personalized high school plan by focusing on essential academic skills, college/career-focused reflection, and extracurricular involvement. By the end of the course, students will have made tangible advancements in their extracurricular resumes, preparing them for college applications and post-secondary opportunities.
512
1 Term
UC Approved
College Prep
Pre-Algebra prepares students for Algebra 1. The course covers five main areas of mathematics: the number system, expressions and equations, functions, geometry, and statistics and probability. Students extend their fundamental knowledge of algebraic concepts to include the concept of a function, and to extrapolate to make predictions using data.
109
2 Terms
One Level
Prerequisite: Algebra 2
Honors Prerequisite: Grade B or Higher in Algebra 2
Students master concepts including complex numbers, polar coordinates, systems of equations, matrices, and limits. This course prepares students for calculus by providing an introduction to limits and derivatives.
141
2 Terms
UC Approved
NCAA Approved
Essential
College Prep
Honors
Did you know that the world’s population could be 11 billion people by 2050? With a growing population, how do we keep everyone fed? This is where the importance of agriculture, food, and natural resources comes in! Gain a stronger sense of how we can maximize the foods and natural resources the earth provides. Learn more about agriculture’s history, animal husbandry, plant science, and natural resources, and you’ll be better prepared for your part in sustaining the world.
1236
1 Term | 18 Weeks
College Prep
Public service is a field that focuses on building a safe and healthy world, and you’ll explore the many different career choices that are imperative to our comfort and success as a society. The protection of society is not only one of our greatest challenges, but it also provides ways for people to work together to ensure safety and provide indispensable services. If you have ever contemplated being one of these real-life heroes, now is the time to learn more!
1237
1 Term | 18 Weeks
College Prep
Have you ever wondered why you do the things you do? Or how our behavior changes as we age? Psychology can give you the answers! Trace the development of personality and behavior from infancy through adulthood. Are you ready to explore the world of human behavior? Explore all that psychology can offer to help you to truly understand the human experience.
761
2 Terms
NCAA Approved
UC Approved
Essential
College Prep
As you move through high school to college or to your career, the types of writing and documents become more high stakes. Real-world information can be journalistic and researched-based articles, legal, insurance, college entrance forms, employment, vehicle-related documents, and more. Learn how to critically read, write, and evaluate real-world writings to set you up for your future success.
1202
1 Term | 18 Weeks
College Prep
