Course Descriptions

Career Pathway:
Explore: Drawing 1, Painting 1, Ceramics 1, Photography 1, Graphic Design 1
Prepare: Drawing 2, Painting 2, Ceramics 2, Ceramics 3, Photography 2, , Graphic Design 2, IB Art SL & HL (starts in 11th), Yearbook
Demonstrate/Career Pathway Capstone: Ceramics Studio - Pathway Capstone, Graphic Design 3 - Pathway Capstone, IB Art SL or HL Year 2  -  Pathway Capstone, Photography 3 - Pathway Capstone

mindfulness through art - F214X

Credits/Semesters: .5 credit/1 semester
Grade Level:  10- 12 
Prerequisites: None

The class will use art as a form of meditation and we will create activities that teach students how to use art outside of school as a mindfulness method. Students will use guided art making to relax, practice being in the moment, relieve stress and anxiety and increase self-confidence. Lab Fee: $30.00

Drawing 1 - F221X

Credits/Semesters: .5 credit/1 semester
Grade Level: 9 - 12 
Prerequisites: None

Love to draw? Do you want to try your hand at learning something new? This class will teach you to draw what you see, to sketch what you are imagining, and to relax by drawing. Drawing 1 will introduce a variety of drawing techniques and materials, including but not limited to: graphite, colored pencil, Sharpie, brush and ink, and charcoal. You will learn different styles of drawing so that you can develop your own style. If you are interested in expressing yourself visually this is the class for you! Lab Fee: $30.00

Drawing 2 - F222X

Credits/Semesters: .5 credit/1 semester
Grade Level: 10 - 12 
Prerequisites: None

Drawing 2 will build upon technical skills learning from Drawing 1 through exploration of drawing media and techniques. Students will focus on conceptual drawing assignments to develop their drawing skills and personal expressive style. Lab Fee: $30.00

Painting 1 - F231X

Credits/Semesters: .5 credit/1 semester
Grade Level: 9 - 12 
Prerequisites: None

This introductory painting class will include instruction in both traditional and contemporary painting techniques and mediums. Students will explore a variety of subject matter using watercolor, acrylic paint, and other media on multiple surface types. This course encourages students to explore painting as a form of visual communication and self-expression. Lab Fee: $30.00

Painting 2 - F232X

Credits/Semesters: .5 credit/1 semester
Grade Level: 10 - 12 
Prerequisites: None

Painting 2 is an advanced course of study for students interested in the studio art of painting. This course will build upon technical skills from Paintin 1. This course focuses on developing personal themes, palettes, and individual styles through painting. Students will be challenged to express themselves in more refined, technically demanding, and creative ways. Students will also study contemporary painters and their impact and role on society. Lab Fee: $30.00

Graphic Design 1 - f261X

Credits/Semesters: .5 credit/1 semester
Grade Level: 9 - 12 
Prerequisites: None

Graphic Design 1 will introduce students to design as a form of visual communication through the use of type, image, form, and color. Students will study design principles, composition, typography, creative problem solving and criticism. Through the course students will study the history of design and learn Adobe Illustrator, an industry standard in Graphic Design.  Lab Fee: $30.00

Graphic Design 2 - f262X

Credits/Semesters: .5 credit/1 semester
Grade Level: 10 - 12 
Prerequisites: Graphic Design 1

Graphic Design 2 students will continue to create solutions to various design problems. In addition to advanced Adobe Illustrator skills students will also utilize Adobe Photoshop. Students will focus on exploring their ideas through research, critiques and visual art journals. The course will cover contemporary designers and the role of design in today’s world.  Lab Fee: $30.00

Graphic Design 3 (Capstone COurse)- f266X

Credits/Semesters: .5 credit/1 semester
Grade Level: 10 - 12 
Prerequisites: Graphic Design 1 & 2 

Graphic Design 3 is for motivated and self-directed students who want to further explore their ideas through research, projects, critiques and visual art journals.  Students will advance their Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator skills and create an online portfolio.  Design students will be expected to collaborate, study contemporary designers, follow current trends and complete a client based project.  Lab Fee: $30.00

photography 1 - f410X

Credits/Semesters: .5 credit/1 semester
Grade Level: 9 - 12 
Prerequisites: None

Photography 1 students will learn the basic elements of composition in photography and how to compose quality artistic and commercial photographs in both black & white and color. Students will learn to enhance and manipulate their photographs through Lightroom and Adobe Photoshop. An introduction to the history of photography and processes will be covered. Lab Fee: $30.00

photography 2 - f420X

Credits/Semesters: .5 credit/1 semester
Grade Level: 10 - 12 
Prerequisites: Photography 1

Photography 2 students will go deeper into technical aspects of photography and explore their personal voice. Photoshop is explored further as a creative tool. Students will focus on exploring their ideas through research, critiques and visual art journals. Contemporary photographers and the role of photography in today’s world will be discussed. Lab Fee: $30.00

photography 3 (CAPSTONE COURSE)- f430X

Credits/Semesters: .5 credit/1 semester
Grade Level: 10 - 12 
Prerequisites: Photography 2

Photography 3 is for motivated and self-directed students who want to further explore their ideas through research, projects, critiques and visual art journals.  Students will advance their Adobe Photoshop and create an online portfolio.  Through this course students will start to identify their artistic voice and area of interest in photography. Photography students will be expected to collaborate, study contemporary and historical photographers and complete a client based project. Lab Fee: $30.00

ceramics 1 - f321X

Credits/Semesters: .5 credit/1 semester
Grade Level: 9 - 12 
Prerequisites: None

Ceramics 1 students will be introduced to a variety of ceramic materials, learn how to develop ideas, express their ideas through clay as a visual media and investigate the art critique process. Students will explore the role of ceramics throughout history and in contemporary society. Students will acquire basic clay techniques such as hand building, wheel throwing and glazing. Projects will emphasize technical skill as well as the exploration of conceptually driven projects.  Lab Fee: $30.00

ceramics 2 - f322X

Credits/Semesters: .5 credit/1 semester
Grade Level: 10 - 12 
Prerequisites: Ceramics 1

Ceramics 2 students will expand their ability to express their original ideas through clay and develop a further appreciation for arts utilizing the art critique process. Students will learn more complex surface decoration techniques such as sgraffito, burnishing and more complex glazing methods. A variety of ceramic techniques, including more complex hand-building, sculptural ceramics, and wheel throwing will be explored. Additionally, students are encouraged to participate in additional alternative firing techniques such as Raku and wood firing. Students will focus on developing personal expression through research, technical skills, critiques and visual art journals. Real world art experiences such as art shows and scholarship opportunities are encouraged.  Lab Fee: $30.00

ceramics 3 - f323X

Credits/Semesters: .5 credit/1 semester
Grade Level: 10 - 12 
Prerequisites: Ceramics 1 & 2

Ceramics 3 students will focus on developing their individual voice utilizing clay as media. Regular individual critique and a path specific to the artist will be developed.  Students will continue to explore surface decoration, glazing methods, and alternative firing techniques as well as be introduced to the science of firing materials. Real world art experiences such as art shows and scholarship opportunities are encouraged. Lab Fee: $30.00

ceramics studio (CApstone COurse)- f350X

Credits/Semesters: .5 credit/1 semester
Grade Level: 11 - 12 
Prerequisites: Ceramics 1, 2 & 3

Ceramics Studio is a course that is designed around the student artist. Preparation for a career in studio arts, or a strong desire to maintain a relationship with the arts is necessary. Projects will be student directed and tailored toward student expression and personal artist goals. Students will continue to explore surface decoration, glazing methods, alternative firing techniques, the science of firing materials and be introduced to glaze formulation. Real world art experiences such as art shows and scholarship opportunities are required. This is a capstone course.  Lab Fee: $30.00

ib visual art sl/hl I (W) - f3751, f3752

Credits/Semesters: 1.0 credit/2 semesters
Grade Level: 11 - 12 
Prerequisites: None

The IB Art series is for curious students who love to make, read and write about art. 60% of the course work will be graded through art production; the other 40% involves the Visual Art Journal. In this journal students will conduct research, brainstorming, reflections, and other academic exercises relating to art. The first year students will work on teacher directed projects aimed at developing artistic habits, technical proficiency, and conceptual practice. During the second year, students work independently developing their Exhibition.
Lab Fee:  $60.00

ib visual art sl/hl II (W) - f3801, f3802

Credits/Semesters: 1.0 credit/2 semesters
Grade Level: 12 
Prerequisites: Drawing 2, Painting 2 or IB Year 1

IB Visual Art II can be taken as the second year in the IB Visual Art sequence OR as a capstone for the Drawing, Painting and Computer Graphics pathways. For example, a student could take Drawing 1, Drawing 2 and IB Visual Art II to complete the advanced pathway in Drawing. Students using IB Visual Art II as the capstone for Drawing, Painting or Computer Art do not need to take the first year of IB Visual Art. Students wanting to take the IB Visual Art exam need to take both years of IB Visual Art.
Lab Fee:  $60.00

A film program at MHS would be capable of providing unique opportunities and culminating projects that collaborate with all other departments in the school for the production of quality content, to be hosted on a school website and promoted during community events. The early phases of the program would be to train students on the techniques of film-making. As the students progress through the course, the film challenges and the opportunities for students to collaborate with other classes to make content would increase. There would be a balance to the program between purely creative student work and providing services back to MHS.

iNTRODUCTION TO Digital Filmmaking - Design WHEEL B 821X

Credits/Semesters: .25 credit/1 quarter
Grade Level: 9 
Prerequisites: None

Reveal the truth...Touch the heart...Create laughter...Let the imagination play...Show the world...Through film. This class teaches technical skills using cameras and editing software with hands on experiences. It will help you envision, plan, and execute your cinematic ideas. Do it all and have fun with a team. Students will be introduced to basic techniques of filmmaking, pre-production, storyboarding,  cinematography, basic editing skills, production skills and other media formats.  
Lab Fee: None

digital filmmaking 1 - f490X

Credits/Semesters: .5 credit/1 semester
Grade Level: 10 - 12 
Prerequisites: None

Hone your skills...produce short films...create stunning visual effects...have fun doing it. Students will be introduced to basic techniques of filmmaking. pre-production, cinematography, basic editing skills, production skills and other media formats. Students will get an opportunity to have a hands on experience with equipment and will be able to create short films using these techniques. Focus will be on visual effects and techniques. Lab Fee: $30.00  

digital filmmaking 2 - f491X

Credits/Semesters: .5 credit/1 semester
Grade Level: 10 - 12 
Prerequisites: Digital Filmmaking 1

Take on more challenging projects...use sound and dialogue...work with other curriculum areas...work for your community. This class builds on the skills from previous courses and invites students to take on more challenging films, including longer length films, more dialogue, an emphasis on sound and music, and will encourage cross-curricular projects with other departments. Lab Fee: $30.00

digital filmmaking 3 - f492X

Credits/Semesters: .5 credit/1 semester
Grade Level: 11 - 12 
Prerequisites: Digital Filmmaking 2

How are modern titles animated? How do they make lightsabers glow? Go behind the glitz of effect magic and learn how the tools work. This class will explore, through small learning projects, animation. We will use Adobe After Effects, Adobe Character Creator, and also try stop motion animation. In addition, we will continue to make films for entertainment and for the school. Lab Fee: $30.00

digital filmmaking 4 - f493X

Credits/Semesters: .5 credit/1 semester
Grade Level: 11 - 12 
Prerequisites: Digital Filmmaking 3

Explore the industry. Take on an issue in your community. Use your voice. This course will focus on using skills learned from previous classes to find your voice and find a place for yourself in the future. We will be working on documentary style films, research on roles in the industry, and developing skills and knowledge that may lead towards finding a film school and/or developing a skill that could be marketable in the film industry. Lab Fee: $30.00

digital film studio- f494X

Credits/Semesters: .5 credit/1 semester
Grade Level: 12 
Prerequisites: Film 1 and 2

Leave your mark. Students in this class will be individually responsible for two films. The First one being a film to leave behind that shows future generations how you have grown during your time at Mountainside. The second film would be a film that would be yours from start to finish. You would get to focus by showcasing your strengths. Do you write excellent screenplays? Are you an excellent editor? Are you good at animation (digital or stop motion)? What would be the film you would create if you had the equipment, support, guidance, and time? What film would you like in your demo reel? Lab Fee: $30.00

tv news/documentary- a235X

Credits/Semesters: .5 credit/1 semester
Grade Level: 10 - 12 
Prerequisites: None

This is an introductory course for documentary filmmaking. You will either be in the first or second semester but the course runs at the same time as the yearlong course. No experience is necessary. You will learn to edit, give interviews, take interviews, work with graphics and music, as well as creating segments in teams and individually. Your work may be shown during broadcast. You will also get an opportunity to observe and learn roles in the broadcast room for MavTV. If you decide, after a semester, you can transfer to the yearlong course and join the crew. This course is intended for those who are interested in being a part of MavTV with the possibility of joining the yearlong class. Lab Fee: $30.00

TV NEWS/DOCUMENTARY- A2351, A2352

Credits/Semesters: 1.0 credit/2 semesters
Grade Level: 10 - 12 
Prerequisites: Intro to Film (by teacher approval), Filmmaking 1, or Semester Long TV/News Broadcast course (potential to transfer to yearlong course in 2nd semester)

This is a yearlong class. You will be running MavTV almost every day during. Teams will be created and production roles will shift between Anchor, mixer, camera, sound, media, recorder, and teleprompter. Teams that are broadcasting will do so for at least 1 month and then rotate. When not in the broadcast room you will be in the lab creating segments for the broadcast in teams and individually. In addition, you will be training students and assisting students from the semester class. Our goal for the 2020-2021 year is to pick up where the pioneers left off. We want to start good and continue to get better...offering more original segments and content, a more consistent presence in advisory, and improve the production quality of MavTV. It is going to be a big year! Lab Fee:  $60.00

In addition, complete two of the following: 

concert band - f7051, f7052

Credits/Semesters: 1.0 credit/2 semesters
Grade Level: 9 - 10 
Prerequisites: Successful completion of 8th grade band or instructor approval

This course will enable students to develop reading and playing skills while rehearsing and performing a range of concert band literature. Playing fundamentals, major, minor and chromatic scales, rudiments of music theory, and ear training will be emphasized. Concert Band members are required to participate in concerts, basketball band, and any festivals the ensemble may perform in.
A district participation fee of $85 is required.

symphonic band- f7101, f7102

Credits/Semesters: 1.0 credit/2 semesters
Grade Level: 9* - 12 
Prerequisites: Audition

The Symphonic Band is the intermediate performing concert band of the school. The course will enable students to continue to develop reading and playing skills while rehearsing and performing a range of concert band literature. Playing fundamentals, major, minor and chromatic scales, rudiments of music theory, and ear training will be emphasized. Symphonic Band members are required to participate in concerts, basketball band, and any festivals the ensemble may perform in. 

A district participation fee of $85 is required. Students enrolled in more than one band class only need to pay one $85 fee per year.

wind ensemble - f7151, f7152

Credits/Semesters: 1.0 credit/2 semesters
Grade Level: 9 - 12 
Prerequisites: Audition

A district participation fee of $85 is required. Students enrolled in more than one band class only need to pay one $85 fee per year.

Jazz band (Zero Period) - f7201, f7202

Credits/Semesters: 1.0 credit/2 semesters
Grade Level: 9 - 12 
Prerequisites: Concurrent enrollment in another Instrumental Music class

To accommodate students’ schedules, this is a zero period class that meets at 6:30 AM. Jazz Band is open to instrumentalists who play saxophone, trumpet, trombone, piano, bass, drums, or guitar or are willing to learn these instruments as secondaries. In this ensemble, students will learn the importance of America’s classical music: jazz. Students will immerse themselves in the study of jazz styles, history, theory, and improvisation. Students will play musical selections, challenging them to become versatile and competent musicians. At least one performance will be given per term. This ensemble will participate in regional contests and festivals. Assignments and practice outside of class and participation in all performances is required. Jazz Band may be divided into beginning and advanced levels. Jazz band students must also be enrolled in Concert Band, Symphonic Band, Percussion Ensemble or Wind Ensemble. 

Note: Because Jazz Band is a zero-period course, it is possible to take Jazz Band in addition to a full load of 7.0 credits (students in Jazz Band may take up to 8.0 credits in a year).

A district participation fee of $85 is required. Students enrolled in more than one band class only need to pay one $85 fee per year

ib music - instrumental sl/hl I (W) - f6971, f6972

Credits/Semesters: 1.0 credit/2 semesters
Grade Level: 11
Prerequisites: Music Theory, Audition & Instructor Approval

Band students who wish to take IB Music will enroll in this course during their junior year in place of Wind Ensemble.

Students in this course will engage with a range of music from personal, local, and global contexts in their roles as music creators, researchers, and performers. This holistic and globally-minded approach to music will deepen and broaden students understanding of music theory, music history, and music performance.

In addition, students will participate in all elements of the Wind Ensemble curriculum, which emphasizes performance to reinforce understanding of the elements of music, including ensemble performance skills and individual practice skills. Although the Wind Ensemble is a performance-oriented group, development of technical and musical skills will be stressed. Wind Ensemble members are required to participate in all performances, including at least three concerts, and three to five band festivals.

IB Music requires completion of the Music Theory class either prior to or concurrent with enrollment in this course.

A district participation fee of $85 is required. Students enrolled in more than one band class only need to pay one $85 fee per year.

ib music - instrumental sl/hl II (W) - f6981, f6982

Credits/Semesters: 1.0 credit/2 semesters
Grade Level: 12
Prerequisites: IB Music - Instrumental SL/HL I

Band students who wish to take IB Music will enroll in this course during their senior year in place of Wind Ensemble.

Students in this course will engage with a range of music from personal, local, and global contexts in their roles as music creators, researchers, and performers. This holistic and globally-minded approach to music will deepen and broaden students understanding of music theory, music history, and music performance.

In addition, students will participate in all elements of the Wind Ensemble curriculum, which emphasizes performance to reinforce understanding of the elements of music, including ensemble performance skills and individual practice skills. Although the Wind Ensemble is a performance-oriented group, development of technical and musical skills will be stressed. Wind Ensemble members are required to participate in all performances, including at least three concerts, and three to five band festivals.

IB Music requires completion of the Music Theory class either prior to or concurrent with enrollment in this course.

A district participation fee of $85 is required. Students enrolled in more than one band class only need to pay one $85 fee per year.

music theory - f6501, f6502

Credits/Semesters: 1.0 credit/2 semesters
Grade Level: 10 - 12
Prerequisites: Consult with music teacher

This course is designed for students who are interested in the mechanics and theories of music composition and analysis. The class is organized around the concepts of “hearing, seeing, and writing” through the study of scales, intervals, chords, harmonic progression, and historical perspective. Students develop ear training and sight reading skills.

This class is required for students who plan to take the IB Music exam and/or for students who are considering a career in music or post-secondary study of music.

INTRODUCTION TO THEATRE -  F520X

Credits/Semesters: .5 credit/1 quarter
Grade Level: 9 - 11
Prerequisites: None

This course introduces students to the world of theatre. It includes the study of basic acting techniques (voice, movement, imagination, pantomime, improvisation), terminology, and Western theatre origins. Students build teamwork, rehearsal, performance, production crew and critique skills

acting 1 - f531x

Credits/Semesters: .5 credit/1 semester
Grade Level: 9 - 12 
Prerequisites: None

Interested in improving your people skills? Interested in improving your acting skills? Do you want to look at the world of theatre through the eyes of an actor? Then Acting 1 is your class. Acting 1 will explore the essentials of acting for the stage including “how to get the part”. Students actively participate in a safe environment in this class and will work with scripts and creating characters for the stage. A variety of realistic acting styles and scenes, improvisation and theatre games are explored  throughout  the course. Students will become active viewers and participants in theatre. Styles of acting and acting techniques are explored in a hands-on approach, and will be viewed via film and live performances.  Actors read, discuss and perform in a variety of plays in class and use a variety of realistic performance methods to create characters.

acting 2 - f532x

Credits/Semesters: .5 credit/1 semester
Grade Level: 10 - 12 
Prerequisites: Acting 1

Students will learn through an interactive, hands-on, performance approach, explore methods of acting in the classical and realistic methods, and explore the variety of audition techniques and resume construction. Students  will read, discuss, and perform a variety of theatre from many eras of theatre. Emphasis will be on creating believable characters and honoring the script and playwright, while exploring character development using many schools of thought in the craft of theatre. Students will be developing ensembles, duos and monologues throughout this course. In addition, participants will be studying  musical theatre and may be working with local professional actors, in a master class structure, at least once during this course.

acting 3 - f533x

Credits/Semesters: .5 credit/1 semester
Grade Level: 10 - 12 
Prerequisites: Acting 2 

If you've ever seen and laughed at Whose Line is it Anyway? then Acting III is a class for you. Acting III is a class for students looking to explore the art of improvisational theatre. Students will learn basics of improv, study the differences between short form and long form improv, practice scene work, character creation, and reflect on how improv can help them grow as a performer and as a person. 

Musical Theatre- f5461, F5502

Credits/Semesters: 1.0 credit/2 semesters
Grade Level: 10 - 12 
Prerequisites: Acting 1, 2 and 3

This course is for students interested in Musical Theatre- both on stage and "behind the scenes." Students will rehearse, perform, direct, and choreograph various scenes from the Broadway genre. Students will learn a process of characterization and design based around musicality, lyric analysis, and acting techniques. Work will be presented in small groups, larger ensembles and as soloists. The class will participate in a culminating showcase performance at the end of the year.

theater ensemble- f5501, F5502

Credits/Semesters: 1.0 credit/2 semesters
Grade Level: 11 - 12 
Prerequisites: Acting 1, 2 and 3

Do the workings of the theatre world interest you? Does developing  your audition skills, performance skills, design and construction skills interest you? Does working in an ensemble situation while learning give you a sense of satisfaction when the project is complete?  Do you want to discover a new world of the theatre arts in regions beyond the Western Theatrical styles?  This class is geared to open doors to a world of theatre that usually is only studied by the IB Students.  ENSEMBLE building is encouraged as to enroll in this course the coursework focuses on the creation of theatre daily - journals, readings, scripts, research and practice proposals and theatrical creation. 
​ENSEMBLE (or studio, whichever we go with) THEATRE STUDENTS are EXPECTED and REQUIRED to maintain an active journal, complete Monthly check in and independent projects equal to the IB requirements, and read at least 1 play (1 full length or 2 -1 acts per week).
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ENSEMBLE THEATRE STUDENTS are expected and required to work independently, and collaboratively in a variety of areas. During this course a student will not solely be an actor, a designer, or builder. The student will be all of these, as a student must be a total theatre student who is not limited by what they believe is their ONLY strength.  

technical theater 1 - f515x

Credits/Semesters: .5 credit/1 semester
Grade Level: 10 - 12 
Prerequisites: None

This one semester course offers a variety of opportunities in the world of theatre.  Students will participate in technical safety work, developing skills in rigging, light, sound, and computer technology in the theatre; learn real-life skills to bring a plan to reality, learn how to work as a high level performance team to meet deadlines, and earn credentials that will take you beyond the world of Mountainside High School Theatre. High standards of safety, project work, and project deadlines and completion are expected. Students will also take on roles of Tech director for various events that come into the theatre throughout the year, and earn service learning hours for satisfactory completion and review of those events.

technical theater 2 - f516x

Credits/Semesters: .5 credit/1 semester
Grade Level: 10 - 12 
Prerequisites: Technical Theater 1

If you are interested in furthering your skills in Tech Theater, the one area that is sure to gain future success in the theatre world, want to learn the skills needed to get your foot in the door and get hired, this course will provide the information that you need and the skills that you need to handle the tech world.

technical design - f501x

Credits/Semesters: .5 credit/1 semester
Grade Level: 11 - 12 
Prerequisites: Technical Theater 1 & 2
(May be taken more than once)

Theatrical Design is a class for students who enjoy working with their hands and creative problem-solving. The main targets of this class are to learn design techniques for several different areas of theatrical design, such as: set design, light design, sound design, costume design, etc. Students will work together on large scale projects and will work on the design for one (or more) of our mainstage productions. If you are creative, can work well both independently and as part of a group, self-directed, and enjoy solving complex tasks, then sign up for theatrical design.

Costume Design & construction - f508x

Credits/Semesters: .5 credit/1 semester
Grade Level: 11 - 12 
Prerequisites: Technical Theater 1 & 2

Are you interested in costuming and stage make-up? In this course we will look into make-up techniques including aging, wounds, drag, animal and cultural designs. We will also look into the differences in costuming throughout the decades. Designing from imagination, reality and recyclables. We will learn how to hand sew and use a sewing machine, as well as look at the costuming for the stage productions during this course. 

MIXED CHOIR - F6121, F6122

Credits/Semesters: 1.0 credit/2 semesters
Grade Level: 9 - 12 
Prerequisites: None

Mixed Choir is a year-long choir designed to build strong and confident singers.  Students concentrate on learning about their own voice, developing skill to sing in harmony, read melody and rhythm, while singing a variety of styles (classical, ethnic, folk, pop, musical theatre) and languages. This class serves as a gateway to our advanced choir courses.
A district participation fee of $85 is required.

Treble choir - F6151, F6152

Credits/Semesters: 1.0 credit/2 semesters
Grade Level: 9 - 12 
Prerequisites: Audition required

Treble is a year-long choir designed to build strong and confident soprano, mezzo-soprano and alto singers.  Students concentrate on learning about their own voice, developing skill to sing in harmony, read melody and rhythm, while singing a variety of styles (classical, ethnic, folk, pop, musical theatre) and languages. This class serves as a intermediate class to our advanced choir courses.
A district participation fee of $85 is required. 

Concert choir  F6301, F6302

Credits/Semesters: 1.0 credit/2 semesters
Grade Level: 10 - 12 
Prerequisites: Audition required

Concert Choir is a year-long, OSAA-sanctioned choir representing MHS, presenting concerts for both the school and community throughout the year. Members are confident singers bringing a strong ear and clear understanding of blend and balance. Students pursue advanced music literacy, individual and ensemble vocal performance skills, while singing a diverse multilingual international repertoire. Members must maintain academic eligibility in order to participate in OSAA competitions. 
A district participation fee of $85 is required.

Advanced Vocal Ensemble - F6701, F6702

Credits/Semesters: 1.0 credit/2 semesters
Grade Level: 10 - 12 
Prerequisites: Audition required

This is a year-long chamber choir designed for students to pursue singing advanced choral literature of all styles:  classical, jazz, musical theatre and contemporary. Emphasis will be placed on developing vocal skills unique to these styles. The choir performs in concerts, festivals, and community events where attendance at these performances is a required part of class activity. Excellent rehearsal attendance, self-discipline, and commitment to a team are essential elements of this class. Concurrent membership in Concert Choir is the norm and is expected.
A district participation fee of $85 is required. 

IB Music- CHOIR SL I - F6871, F6872

Credits/Semesters: 1.0 credit/2 semesters
Grade Level 11 
Prerequisites: Audition required

Students that choose this class will be concurrently enrolled in Concert Choir and work on additional IB Music projects outside of the normal choir classroom curriculum

IB Music- CHOIR SL II - F6871, F6872

Credits/Semesters: 1.0 credit/2 semesters
Grade Level 12 
Prerequisites: Audition required

Students that choose this class will be concurrently enrolled in Concert Choir and work on additional IB Music projects outside of the normal choir classroom curriculum

health 1* - h201X

Credits/Semesters: .5 credit/1 semester
Grade Level: 10 
Prerequisites: None

Health 1 will provide students with the opportunity to explore the physical, psychological, and social aspects and implications of current health issues, such as: mental/social/emotional health, violence prevention, unintentional injury prevention, ATOD abuse, and sexual health topics. Independent projects, group discussions, debates, and critical thinking techniques will be used to enable students to further inquire about and analyze a specific health situation or theme using current resources and technology.

health 2* - h202X

Credits/Semesters: .5 credit/1 semester
Grade Level: 11 - 12 
Prerequisites: None

Health 2 will provide students with the opportunity to inquire and analyze the physical, psychological, and social aspects and implications of current health issues, such as: healthy eating, disease prevention, ATOD abuse, and sexual health topics. Investigative projects, group discussions, debates, and critical thinking techniques will be used to enable students to apply their health education knowledge and skills to solve problems and/or advocate for a specific health situation or theme using current resources and technology. *May be taken online through MHS use H2021 - no cost if due to other choices it doesn’t fit in the student’s schedule.

* This Course may be taken online through the Beaverton School District.  The course, along with all assessments would be facilitated by a Mountainside Instructor. Because of this, a minimum number of students must enroll in order to offer this option.  

FRESHMAN PHYSICAL EDUCATION FITNESS MENU

1. All Freshmen will be required to take one of the three “Fitness” physical education classes.
2. Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors who have not taken one of these classes require approval.
3. Common course description of each of these three courses: 
   Mountainside High School students will gain knowledge and understanding of fitness concepts through the exploration of a variety physical activities while developing relevant skills for lifelong enjoyment of physical activity. By critically reflecting on their personal achievements, students will plan goals to improve their overall health and fitness. Students will be guided through an inquiry based process to develop the confidence to take total ownership of their personalized lifelong fitness plans. 

fitness:  Team activities - p422X

Credits/Semesters: .5 credit/1 semester
Grade Level: 9
Prerequisites: None

This class will cover skills, rules, strategies and training techniques for a variety of team oriented activities both competitive and recreational in nature. Activities may include but are not limited to: basketball, flag football, soccer, volleyball, ultimate Frisbee, jogging, jump roping, and weight training.

fitness:  individual activities- p423X

Credits/Semesters: .5 credit/1 semester
Grade Level: 9
Prerequisites: None

This class will cover skills, rules, strategies and training techniques for a variety of individual oriented activities both competitive and recreational in nature. Activities may include but are not limited to: track and field, jogging, golf, tennis, table tennis, pickleball, badminton and weight training. 

fitness:  movement activities - p424X

Credits/Semesters: .5 credit/1 semester
Grade Level: 9
Prerequisites: None

This class will cover skills, rules, strategies and training techniques for a variety of movement activities both competitive and recreational in nature. Activities may include but are not limited to: cardio-kickboxing, jump rope, step aerobics, lightweights, rhythms, yoga/pilates, and self-defense.

strength & Conditioning - p410X

Credits/Semesters: .5 credit/1 semester
Grade Level: 10 - 12
Prerequisites: 9th Grade Fitness class and/or Instructor Approval Required

This course is offered for students who are interested in improving athletic performance through the the development of explosive strength/power, flexibility, agility, and endurance. Strength training will be the primary activity and cardiovascular fitness, flexibility and agility will be secondary activities. 

flexibility & strength techniques - p415X

Credits/Semesters: .5 credit/1 semester
Grade Level: 10 - 12
Prerequisites: Freshmen Fitness course

This course is focused on life time fitness. It will provide students with the knowledge and skills needed to use a variety of resistance and flexibility training techniques for personalized fitness goals. Students will gain the confidence in building individualized fitness plans for toning, muscle building, healthy weight management, and/or flexibility.

team sports - p505X

Credits/Semesters: .5 credit/1 semester
Grade Level: 10 - 12
Prerequisites: Freshmen Fitness course 

This course is an extension of Fitness: Team Activities. Students will increase knowledge and skills in various competitive and lifelong physical activities. Emphasis will be on skill development, strategy, and team building to enhance success and enjoyment. Activities may include but are not limited to: basketball, flag football, soccer, volleyball, ultimate Frisbee.

dance - p600X

Credits/Semesters: .5 credit/1 semester
Grade Level: 10 - 12
Prerequisites: Freshmen Fitness course 

Dance Technique provides students with experiences in several dance forms (e.g., modern, jazz, ballet, tap, and social). 

recreational sports- p500X

Credits/Semesters: .5 credit/1 semester
Grade Level: 10 - 12
Prerequisites: Freshmen Fitness course 

This course is an extension of Fitness: Individual Activities. Students will increase knowledge and skills in various competitive and lifelong physical activities. Emphasis will be on skill development, strategy, and team building to enhance success and enjoyment. Activities may include but are not limited to: track and field, jogging, golf, tennis, table tennis, pickleball, badminton.

fitness- p420X

Credits/Semesters: .5 credit/1 semester
Grade Level: 10 - 12
Prerequisites: Freshmen Fitness course 

This course is an extension of Fitness: Movement. Students will increase knowledge and skills in various lifelong physical activities. Emphasis will be on skill development, strategy, and team building to enhance success and enjoyment.  Activities may include but are not limited to: cardio-kickboxing, jump rope, step aerobics, lightweights, rhythms, yoga/pilates, and self-defense. 

outdoor recreation - p550X

Credits/Semesters: .5 credit/1 semester
Grade Level: 11 - 12
Prerequisites: Freshmen Fitness course 
Course Fee: $10

This course will engage students in a variety of lifelong outdoor recreation opportunities. Students will develop the knowledge, experience, and skills to safely engage in a variety of outdoor pursuits. Topics covered may include but are not limited to: biking, fishing, hiking, navigation, water safety, disc golf, and general outdoor safety. 

sports medicine - h499X

Credits/Semesters: .5 credit/1 semester
Grade Level: 11 - 12
Prerequisites: Health 1 
Course fee: $20

This course will provide students with the knowledge and skills to understand and perform therapeutic tasks that would be designated by an athletic or fitness trainer. Topics covered may include taping and bandaging, proper use of protective padding, treatment modalities, anatomy and physiology, and medical terminology. Students may learn to measure cardiorespiratory endurance, muscular strength and endurance, flexibility, body composition, and blood pressure. More advanced topics may include injury assessment, the phases of healing, and the use of exercise and equipment to help in the reconditioning of injured athletes.

public health and fitness promotion - h6011, H6012

Credits/Semesters: 1.0 credit/2 semesters
Grade Level: 12
Prerequisites: Health 1 & 2

This course will provide students with the opportunity to explore the physical, psychological, and social aspects and implications of current health and fitness issues.  Topics such as healthy eating, disease prevention, foundations of fitness, mental/emotional health, cultural awareness, ATOD abuse, and sexual health topics will be addressed. An active fitness component will be incorporated into several of the topic areas with the intention of conveying the importance of lifelong wellness habits.  Students will be able to work on planning, implementing, and evaluating health and fitness programs/plans to work towards improving overall health in diverse settings.  Investigative projects, group discussions, debates, aerobic activity, circuit training, fitness labs, and critical thinking techniques will be used to enable students to further analyze a specific health/fitness situation or theme using current resources and technology to put the health and fitness concepts and skills they have gained into practice.

Career Pathway:   Business and Management Pathway
 

INTRODUCTION TO businesS - Design WHEEL a 82oX

Credits/Semesters: .25 credit/1 quarter
Grade Level: 9 
Prerequisites: None

This course will serve as an overview to the various business courses offered at Mountainside as well as current events in the business world today. The curriculum will address the basics of marketing, management, accounting, and entrepreneurship.  Also studied will be the attributes of the successful business leader.

business management - b505X

Credits/Semesters: .5 credit/1 semester
Grade Level: 10 - 12
Prerequisites: None

Business Management courses acquaint students with management opportunities and effective human relations. These courses provide students with the skills to perform planning, staffing, financing, and controlling functions within a business. In addition, they usually provide a macro-level study of the business world, including business structure and finance, and the interconnections among industry, government, and the global economy. The course may also emphasize problem-based, real-world applications of business concepts and use accounting concepts to formulate, analyze, and evaluate business decisions.

sports/recreation management - b515X

Credits/Semesters: .5 credit/1 semester
Grade Level: 10 - 12
Prerequisites: None

This course focuses on the wide range of factors that influence the flow of goods and services from the producer to the consumer with attention to a particular industry not specified above. Topics may include purchasing and distribution systems, promotion, advertising, display and sales, financing, management, entrepreneurship, market research, pricing, global marketing, human relations, economics, and emerging technologies. These courses may also cover specific topics related to the particular industry being covered.

accounting I - b701X

Credits/Semesters: .5 credit/1 semester
Grade Level: 10 - 12
Prerequisites: None

Accounting courses introduce students to and expand their knowledge of the fundamental accounting principles and procedures used in businesses through integrating and using accounting-related software and information systems. Course content includes the recording and completion of the accounting cycle, payroll, taxes, debts, depreciation, and periodic adjustments through a computerized accounting program. Students may learn how to apply standard auditing principles and to prepare budgets and final reports. Calculators, electronic spreadsheets, or computer accounting software are usually used. Advanced topics may include principles of partnership and corporate accounting and the managerial uses of control systems and the accounting process.

accounting II- b702X

Credits/Semesters: .5 credit/1 semester
Grade Level: 10 - 12
Prerequisites: Accounting I

Accounting courses introduce students to and expand their knowledge of the fundamental accounting principles and procedures used in businesses through integrating and using accounting-related software and information systems. Course content includes the recording and completion of the accounting cycle, payroll, taxes, debts, depreciation, and periodic adjustments through a computerized accounting program. Students may learn how to apply standard auditing principles and to prepare budgets and final reports. Calculators, electronic spreadsheets, or computer accounting software are usually used. Advanced topics may include principles of partnership and corporate accounting and the managerial uses of control systems and the accounting process.

marketing I - b6011, B6012

Credits/Semesters: 1.0 credit/2 semesters
Grade Level: 10 - 12
Prerequisites: None

This is an introductory course to prepare students for careers in the marketing and retail field, as well as a business major in college. Students will learn skills in the following marketing areas: store operations, economics, marketing segmentation, product planning, pricing and merchandise math, advertising and promotion, display principles, and entrepreneurship. Students enrolled in a marketing class are eligible to participate in the activities of DECA, an association of marketing and accounting.

personal finance - b725X

Credits/Semesters: .5 credit/1 semester
Grade Level: 11 - 12
Prerequisites: None

Consumer Economics/Personal Finance courses provide students with an understanding of the concepts and principles involved in managing one’s personal finances. These courses emphasize lifespan goal-setting, individual and family decision making, and consumer rights as well as topics that are commonly associated with personal finance so that one can become a financially responsible consumer. Topics may include savings and investing, credit, insurance, taxes and social security, spending patterns and budget planning, contracts, and consumer protection. These courses may also investigate the effects of the global economy on consumers and the family.

Investing - b730X

Credits/Semesters: .5 credit/1 semester
Grade Level: 11 - 12
Prerequisites: None

Participants learn the principles of finance - how stocks and bonds are valued, why investments make money, and why investment strategies work. They also gain a solid understanding of portfolio management - how investments are structured and balanced for different objectives and timelines.

STUDENT STORE WORK EXPERIENCE (MONTE'S CAFE) - B805X

Credits/Semesters: .5 credit/1 semester
Grade Level: 10 - 12
Prerequisites: B505X, B701X, B300X 

Student Store Work Experience will be an independent study course where students will work and manage the school’s coffee shop, Monte’s Cafe.  Students who take this course will be required to know basic accounting, management, and computer skills to operate the Student Store successfully.  Students will also be working closely with Culinary Management in order to serve food at Monte’s.  Students will need to fill out an application (located in the Career and Counseling Center) and be approved by the instructor.  Taking this course will require students to have/obtain transportation to school on some days by 7:00am to work in Monte’s.

entrepreneurship - b8001, B8002

Credits/Semesters: 1.0 credit/2 semesters
Grade Level: 12
Prerequisites: At least 2 credits of Business classes

This course will serve as a capstone class for Honors in a Career Pathway for either Business or Culinary. Students will create and run their own business.  This course will enable students to explore business or marketing-related topics of interest. Independent Study courses may serve as an opportunity for students to expand their expertise in a particular specialization, to explore a topic in greater detail, or to develop more advanced skills.
 

Career Pathway:
Explore: Computer Game Design 1 (.5), Robotics 1 (.5), Web Design 1 (.5)
Prepare:  Computer Game Design 2 (.5), Robotics 2 (.5), Web Design 2 (.5) 
Demonstrate: CS 161A and B (PCC -DC) Programming Logic & Design, CS 160 (PCC-DC) Data and Computer Science Design (1.0)
Career Pathway Capstone: CS 161/CS 162 Java Programming (1) or Computer Science Design (1.0)

STARTING IN 2025-2026:

Cybersecurity and Advanced Web Design (.5)

AI/Machine Learning and Advanced Game Design (.5)

Student must complete 3 credits including the capstone to earn an Advanced Career Pathway.

computer game design 1 - a445X

Credits/Semesters: .5 credit/1 semester
Grade Level: 9 - 12
Prerequisites: None

Prepare to unleash your imagination as we delve into the art and science of game design. In this class you will turn the enchanting world of drag and drop coding dreams into reality, one hilarious bug at a time! From creating mischievous sprites to designing mind-bending levels, we'll explore the basics of every nook and cranny of the game development universe. Get ready to duke it out in coding duels with your fellow classmates, where you'll showcase your newfound skills.

computer game design 2 - a446X

Credits/Semesters: .5 credit/1 semester
Grade Level: 10 - 12
Prerequisites: Computer Game Design 1

In this class, Intrepid adventurers dive further into the vast ocean of game design techniques. From crafting Oscar worthy captivating narratives, to designing obtuse levels, we'll further explore the game development techniques and trends. We shall be welding the reigning tools of the trade such as Unity picking up power of languages like C#/ C++ / JavaScript et al. Along the way, we would be working in teams honing our project management skills leading to the grand finale -> unveiling of our game creations to the world.

robotics 1 - a562X

Credits/Semesters: .5 credit/1 semester
Grade Level: 10 - 12
Prerequisites: None

Students in Robotics 1 use the Lego EV3 Mindstorms set to build and program interactive robots. Students learn elements of design, engineering, and programming by building and controlling robots that use sophisticated sensors to interact with their environment. This is a project-oriented hands-on course that does not require previous building or programming experience.

robotics 2 - a563X

Credits/Semesters: .5 credit/1 semester
Grade Level: 10 - 12
Prerequisites: Robotics 1

In Robotics 2, students expand on their engineering and programming skills. They will program Lego EV3 robots using Mindstorms and RobotC. This is a project-oriented hands-on course. The level of complexity means that students need some experience with engineering and programming before entering the class. This class prepares you to take Java Programming and Computer Science Design.

web design 1 - a431X

Credits/Semesters: .5 credit/1 semester
Grade Level: 10 - 12
Prerequisites: None

If you’re looking for a fun and engaging way to learn about web design, this course is the perfect place to start! Add your flair to your own digital masterpiece playing with colors, shapes and fonts. Using HTML and CSS and web graphics tools, let your imagination run wild and bring your designs to life.

web design 2 - a432X

Credits/Semesters: .5 credit/1 semester
Grade Level: 10 - 12
Prerequisites: Web Design 1

Students who have an introductory knowledge of HTML, CSS, and Javascript shall build further on those web development skills, creating HTML/CSS files, incorporate Javascript libraries and data collection, cognizant of security aspect of it into their own websites.

This class prepares you to progress to the Capstone C++/ Java/ Python classes

Programming Logic & Design - a4681, a42

Credits/Semesters: 1.0 credit/2 semesters
Grade Level: 10 - 12
Prerequisites: Completed any of the following series combination:

• COMPUTER GAME DESIGN 1 and 2 

• OR COMPUTER WEB DESIGN 1 and 2 

• OR COMPUTER GAME DESIGN 1  and COMPUTER WEB DESIGN 2

• OR COMPUTER GAME DESIGN 2  and COMPUTER WEB DESIGN 1

If you want to delve deeper into developing a skill which is the backbone of many popular games, is used extensively in developing operating systems, compilers, device drivers, and other low-level software components as well as is vital in programming microcontrollers and building autonomous systems, then this is the class for you.

Using C++ and basic linux scripting commands taught in this class, you could be on your way to enhancing the next version of Chrome browser engine or designing the next iOS application.

This class is compatible with PCC’s CS161 A and B and is available for Dual College Credit (DC).

Data and Computer science design - A4851, A4852

Credits/Semesters: 1.0 credit/2 semesters 
Grade Level: 10 - 12
Prerequisites: Completed any of the following series combination:

• COMPUTER GAME DESIGN 1 and 2 

• OR COMPUTER WEB DESIGN 1 and 2 

• OR COMPUTER GAME DESIGN 1  and COMPUTER WEB DESIGN 2OR COMPUTER GAME DESIGN 2  and COMPUTER WEB DESIGN 1

Using Python, a user-friendly and expressive language that serves as a stepping stone into the world of programming, students will learn to extract valuable insights from raw data, make data-driven decisions, and contribute to real-world problem-solving.

Students shall learn to create powerful programs .along with various computer science design concepts such as internet and networking, digital information representation and citizenship.

This class is compatible with PCC’s CS160 and is available for Dual College Credit (DC)

Career Pathway:
Explore: Introduction to Construction, Woodworking 1
Prepare:  Woodworking 2, Construction 1, Computer Aided Design 1 & 2
Demonstrate: Construction 2, Woodworking 3
Career Pathway Capstone: Completing Construction 2

woodworking 1 - a551X

Credits/Semesters: .5 credit/1 semester
Grade Level: 9 - 12
Prerequisites: None

This course is designed to introduce students to the basic principles and practices of woodworking. Students will gain knowledge and skills in woodworking through a variety of lectures, demonstrations and hands-on projects. Course content will focus on wood shop safety practices, the proper use of hand tools, power tools, woodworking machinery, and industry vocabulary. Students will also explore careers and career skills related to the construction and trades industries. This class is a required class for the MHS Construction Career Pathway and successful completion prepares students for Woodworking 2 and Construction 1. 

woodworking 2 - a552X

Credits/Semesters: .5 credit/1 semester
Grade Level: 10 - 12
Prerequisites: Woodworking 1

This course is designed to build upon the fundamental skills developed in Woodworking 1. Course content will focus on the production of quality woodworking projects. Shop safety practices and procedures will be reviewed. Students will develop advanced skills and techniques in the use of hand tools, power tools and machinery that will be applied to more complex projects than Woodworking 1. New areas such as lathe work and CNC machining will be introduced. Students will continue to explore careers and career skills related to the construction and trades industries. This class is part of the MHS Construction Career Pathway.

Woodworking 3 - A553X

Credits/Semesters: .5 credit/1 semester
Grade Level: 11 - 12
Prerequisites: Woodworking 1, Woodworking 2, CAD 1, CAD 2

Continue to advance your knowledge & skills of woodworking. You will learn mastery level woodwork and advanced techniques using the wood-shop equipment. In addition to mastering of skills, you will interact with an Industry Sponsor to complete & present your project. An emphasis is placed on planning, design, and mastery of the woodworking process. This course is an ideal companion for students interested in pursuing a career in engineered wood design or wood products manufacturing. Topics of study include material properties, design choices, advanced joinery, and Computer Aided Design (CAD) and Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAM).

computer aided design  1 (cAD 1) - a521X

Credits/Semesters: .5 credit/1 semester
Grade Level: 10 - 12
Prerequisites: None

This course teaches basic drafting and design skills using the computer. Students will use Fusion 360 to create mechanical drawings, technical illustrations and various beginning engineering drawings. Students will work individually on a variety of 3D design projects to explore this powerful software and the design process. Students will create physical products from their designs using a combination of vinyl cutters, 3D printers, and laser cutters.  This class is part of the MHS Construction Career Pathway and the MHS Engineering Career Pathway. Completion of this class prepares students for Computer Aided Design 2.  

computer aided design  2  (cAD 2) - a522X

Credits/Semesters: .5 credit/1 semester
Grade Level: 10 - 12
Prerequisites: Computer Aided Design 1

Computer Aided Design 2 builds on the material learned in Computer Aided Design 1, with an emphasis on engineering drawings and more complex projects. Students will complete original 3D models and constructions using the advanced modeling and simulation features available in Fusion 360. Students will create physical products from their designs using a combination of vinyl cutters, 3D printers, laser cutters, and CNC machines.This class is part of the MHS Construction Career Pathway and the MHS Engineering Career Pathway.

construction 1 - a5901 & a5902

Credits/Semesters: 1.0 credit/2 semesters
Grade Level: 10 - 12
Prerequisites: Woodworking 1

This course is an introduction to the basic building materials, components, methods, and sequences in residential construction. It is designed to give students basic, entry level skills in construction and related trades including an overview of career opportunities available. Emphasis is placed on safety and the proper use of both hand and power tools. This course provides students with the experience of participating in a large construction project along with various woodworking skill building projects. This class is a required class for the MHS Construction Career Pathway and successful completion prepares students for Construction 2. 

construction 2 - a5911 & a5912

Credits/Semesters: 1.0 credit/2 semesters
Grade Level: 11 - 12
Prerequisites: Construction 1

This course will build on the skills learned in Construction 1 and go further into the skills required for residential construction. Students will work as a building team on a large project such as shed, tiny home, or similar, as well as smaller projects. Students will continue to explore career options in construction and trades, while practicing career skills like project planning, communication, and organization. Emphasis is placed on safety and the proper use of both hand and power tools. This class is a required class for the MHS Construction Career Pathway.

Career Pathway:
Explore: Foods 1
Prepare:  Baking Fundamentals, Culinary Management, Foods 2
Demonstrate: Culinary Arts 1 and 2
Career Pathway Capstone: Entrepreneurship (in Business), or Culinary Arts 2

Foods 1 - a301X

Credits/Semesters: .5 credit/1 semester
Grade Level: 9 - 12
Prerequisites: None

This is an introductory course in the planning and preparation of a wide variety of foods.  Emphasis is placed on up-to-date topics relating food preparation techniques, good nutrition, overall wellness and technology to food products. Students study current safety and sanitation procedures and need to pass the proficiencies. Students are required to obtain an Oregon Department of Human Service Food Handler’s card.  

Foods 2 - a302X

Credits/Semesters: .5 credit/1 semester
Grade Level: 10 - 12
Prerequisites: Foods 1 

This class goes beyond beginning foods. It involves food preparation techniques representative of the many cultures found in our own country as well as the world. Emphasis placed on advanced food preparation techniques. This is a level 2 class in the Culinary Art & Hospitality Management Pathway.  

Baking Fundamentals - a303X

Credits/Semesters: .5 credit/1 semester
Grade Level: 10 - 12
Prerequisites: Foods 1 

This class goes beyond beginning foods. It involves food preparation techniques representative of the many cultures found in our own country as well as the world. Emphasis placed on advanced food preparation techniques. This is a level 2 class in the Culinary Art & Hospitality Management Pathway.  

culinary management- a319X

Credits/Semesters: .5 credit/1 semester
Grade Level: 11 - 12
Prerequisites: Foods 1, Business Management 

The course will cover the essentials of operational business management as it relates to food and beverage outlets. Interrelationships between safety & sanitation, menus, pricing, purchasing, storing, receiving, preparation, service, cash receipt, and billing, are all a part of the learning along with the relationship between managerial functions that are a part of running a business. Student will be a teacher support with classroom duties when needed. Profit maximizing & quality control will be an emphasis.

culinary arts 1 & 2- a3311, A3312, A3321, A3322

Credits/Semesters: 2.0 credit/4 semesters 
Grade Level: 11 - 12
Prerequisites: Foods 2
Culinary Arts 1 & 2 is a double blocked class.  Students should sign up for both Culinary Arts 1 & 2 in the same year.  See instructor Lora Wells if you have questions.

This class meets every other day for two consecutive class periods.  It is designed to give students training in the food service industry through “hands-on” learning. Emphasis is on teaching students skills in basic food preparation, menu development, cost planning, and inventory control. Students learn skills to operate their own restaurant using a School-to-Career Program called ProStart developed by the National Restaurant and Lodging Education Foundation.  Students operate a catering service that operates within the school. They have the opportunity for a paid work experience, mentoring with chefs and/or professionals in the tourism industry. Students are able to take the National Restaurant Exam, making them eligible for several scholarships and post-secondary opportunities. Students are capable of entering the restaurant industry above entry level positions.  This is a level 3 class in the Culinary Arts & Hospitality Management Pathway. Students may earn 4 college credits through Central Oregon Community College (available for $35/credit). After completing both Culinary Arts 1 & 2, students will earn 12 college credits free of charge from Mount Hood Community College.

advanced culinary- a3331, a3332

Credits/Semesters: 1.0 credit/2 semesters
Grade Level: 12
Prerequisites: Culinary Arts 1 & 2  

This work experience class is designed to further prepare students for a career in the Hospitality field. The student will work a total of 240 hours of qualifying work experience within the course of the school year and demonstrate extended application of knowledge through a collection of evidence. The student will have a workplace competency checklist that is divided into three main areas: personal qualities and skills (interpersonal skills that lead to success in any career), long-term work qualities and skills (industry-related skills that develop over time), and short-term observable skills (51 specific hospitality skills directly related to the ProStart classroom curriculum backed by the National Restaurant and Lodging Education Foundation). The student will be in charge of finding a mentor chef through a job application and interview process. The parents of the student will sign an agreement for the student to work off campus and provide their child with transportation to the work site. This is a level 4 class in the Culinary Arts & Hospitality Management Pathway. Students may earn certification from the National Restaurant and Lodging Ed. Foundation and an opportunity to apply for a $2000 scholarship.
 

Career Pathway:
Explore: Introduction to Engineering, Engineering and Design  1
Prepare:  Engineering and Design 2, CAD, Computer Science Courses
Demonstrate: Engineering and Design 3
Career Pathway Capstone: Engineering Capstone

iNTRODUCTION TO Design and engineering - Design WHEEL B 821X

Credits/Semesters: .25 credit/1 quarter
Grade Level: 9 
Prerequisites: None

Students will complete hands-on projects, work in teams, and explore the design cycle. Engineering is a broad category, so students will be introduced to the foundations similar to all disciplines by completing design process projects in chosen engineering topics. Product design, sphero challenges and building with spaghetti are all part of this class. 

design and engineering 1 - a560X

Credits/Semesters: .5 credit/1 semester
Grade Level: 10 - 12
Prerequisites: None

Have you wanted to build and test bridges? Does making a glider and flying it sound like fun? Does 3d printing or laser cutting an original product intrigue you? How about developing a space capsule?  Well  If so, this class is for you. We will be designing and building and working with all of the above and more. This hands-ons course is for everyone willing to try something new and willing to have fun by learning together how to do it.

Design and Engineering 2 - a5611, A5612

Credits/Semesters: 1.0 credit/2 semesters
Grade Level: 11 - 12
Prerequisites: Engineering 1

In this course each unit involves designing, building, and testing devices and products to accomplish specific tasks in response to customer needs and cultivates the work habits of professional engineers.  We will design pinhole cameras, collect data on an earthquake simulator to improve a high rise apartment building, build and put to the test battle bots, and design systems for drones. This hands-on, project-based course exposes students to many different engineering disciplines and connects them by emphasizing the engineering design cycle.

Engineering Capstone - a5691, A5692

Credits/Semesters: 1.0 credit/2 semesters
Grade Level: 11 - 12
Prerequisites: Engineering and Design 2

Engineering Capstone is a course for the engineering pathway that applies the technical skills and knowledge of the design cycle they have acquired so far in the Engineering Pathway.  Teams will identify an issue within their community, and then research, design, and test a solution, ultimately presenting their solution to a panel of engineers.  Projects can vary widely with student interest, the focus of this course is for students to utilize the problem-solving and professional skills they have developed, document the design process to standards, and develop an original solution to a well-defined and relevant problem. 

IB Design technology - c8901, c8902

Credits/Semesters: 1.0 credit/2 semesters
Grade Level: 11 - 12
Prerequisites: Completion of an Engineering  course or the entire Science sequence of Phys, Chem and Bio

The aim of the IB Design Technology course is to use new and existing technologies to create and deliver new products, services and systems. By using the design cycle, students will demonstrate their investigative, analytical, and design thinking abilities.  Projects that require development, prototyping, testing and evaluation will mirror the design processes used across various industries. Design cycle processes that will be addressed in this course are: Human factors and ergonomics, resource management and sustainable production, Modeling, Raw material to final product, Innovation and design, and Classic design. *This rigorous one-year SL course will be fast-paced in order to prepare students to sit for the SL exam in May.

robotics 2 - a562X

Credits/Semesters: .5 credit/1 semester
Grade Level: 10 - 12
Prerequisites: None

Students in Robotics 1 use the Lego EV3 Mindstorms set to build and program interactive robots. Students learn elements of design, engineering, and programming by building and controlling robots that use sophisticated sensors to interact with their environment. This is a project-oriented hands-on course that does not require previous building or programming experience.

robotics 2 - a563X

Credits/Semesters: .5 credit/1 semester
Grade Level: 10 - 12
Prerequisites: Robotics 1

In Robotics 2, students expand on their engineering and programming skills. They will program Lego EV3 robots using Mindstorms and RobotC. This is a project-oriented hands-on course. The level of complexity means that students need some experience with engineering and programming before entering the class. This class prepares you to take Java Programming and Computer Science Design.

aVID Workshop 9 - E9091, E9092

Credits/Semesters: 1.0 credit/2 semesters
Grade Level: 9
Prerequisites: by application only

This class is designed to help you become a stronger student and to prepare you for success in a four year college.   The AVID course you will take is based on the growth mindset. It includes: understanding intelligence and ability not as characteristics you’re simply born with, but as skills to be developed and improved over the course of a lifetime. Recognizing that hard work and motivation are often more important in determining success than natural abilities.  Encouraging students to take ownership of their own education.  Rather than sitting back and letting their education “happen to them,” AVID students are encouraged to lean into their own education. Students interested in AVID must go through an application process that includes both a written application and an interview.  If you are interested, see your school counselor.

AVID Workshop 10 - E9101, E9102

Credits/Semesters: 1.0 credit/2 semesters
Grade Level: 10
Prerequisites: by application only

This is year 2 of a 4 year AVID class. In this course students continue to work on skills necessary for success in college.  The focus on WICOR strategies for success, ie. Writing, Inquiry, Collaboration, Organization and Reading is ongoing.  Students must apply for AVID every year.  Students who have not been in AVID previously can apply and may be accepted.  The application process includes both a written application and an interview.  Students interested in AVID should see their counselor.

AVID Workshop 11 - E9111, E9112

Credits/Semesters: 1.0 credit/2 semesters
Grade Level: 11
Prerequisites: by application only

The eleventh grade AVID elective course is the first part in a Junior/Senior seminar course that focuses on writing and critical thinking expected of first- and second-year college students. In addition to the academic focus of the AVID seminar, there are college-bound activities, methodologies and tasks that should be undertaken during the junior year to support students as they apply to four-year universities and confirm their post-secondary plans.

AVID Workshop 12 - E9121, E9122

Credits/Semesters: 1.0 credit/2 semesters
Grade Level: 11
Prerequisites: by application only

The twelfth grade AVID elective course is the second part in a Junior/Senior seminar course that focuses on writing and critical thinking expected of first-and second-year college students. Students will complete a final research project from the research conducted during their Junior year in AVID. In addition to the academic focus of the AVID senior seminar, there are college-bound activities, methodologies and tasks that should be achieved during the senior year to support students as they apply to four-year universities and confirm their post-secondary plans. All AVID Seniors are required to develop and present a portfolio representing their years of work in the AVID program, as well as complete the requirements for the seminar course.

AVID Tutor - E3121, E3122

Credits/Semesters: 1.0 credit/2 semesters
Grade Level: 11 - 12
Prerequisites: by application only

AVID Tutors work to cultivate the organization, reading, writing, collaboration and inquiry skills central to the AVID curriculum. Tutors must be comfortable leading small groups during projects, Socratic seminars, and tutorials. On tutorial days the AVID Tutor will facilitate a group of seven or fewer students through a structured inquiry process while taking notes, tracking participation and encouraging participation of the group members. The primary focus is academics, but note that strong candidates should serve as a good role model by maintaining passing grades in all classes, excellent attendance and appropriate behavior inside and outside of school. Six hours of training is provided in September.

Special Programs Peer Mentors
ALC: e332x
ISC:  e332x
SLC:  e332x
Work Experience:  e332x

Credits/Semesters: .5 elective credit/1-2 semesters
Grade Level: 11 - 12
Prerequisites: Instructor approval

Peer Mentors work in our Special Needs programs helping teachers and working closely with students who need extra assistance navigating our school.  This is a one semester, .5 credit class. Peer Mentors have learning targets and receive letter grades.  You must have the signature of the program teacher to sign up for this course.  If you serve as a Peer Mentor, you still qualify for the Mountainside Scholar.

Peer Tutor - E300X

Credits/Semesters: .5 credit/1 semesters
Grade Level: 11 - 12
Prerequisites: Teacher signature

Peer Tutors work in the classroom along side the teacher helping other students who need extra assistance in the class.  This class is graded P/F.  Being a Peer Tutor still qualifies you for the Maverick Scholars Recognition.

Teacher assistant - E700X

Credits/Semesters: .5 credit/1 semesters
Grade Level: 11 - 12
Prerequisites: Teacher signature

Teacher Assistants help teachers with classroom duties, creating posters, running errands etc. TAs do not qualify as a 7th class and students who are TAs are not eligible for the Maverick Scholars Recognition, Salutatorian or Valedictorian.

MINDFULNESS STUDIES - E531X

Introduction: Whether you are wanting to get more involved at Mountainside, help plan events or projects for our school, or just want to learn to be a better leader or person, we have classes designed for you in our Leadership Pathway! You can take just one class from this pathway or pursue multiple classes and even honors in Leadership.

All of the classes in our pathway listed below do not require a prerequisite or application except for Student Leadership 2. 

Career Pathway:
Explore: Introduction to Leadership
Prepare:  Student Leadership 1 (.5), Principles of Leadership (.5)
Demonstrate: Student Leadership 2 (1.0)- may be repeated, ASB/Class Officers would be designated with Student Government on their transcript after completing the course
Career Pathway Capstone: To earn an Advanced Leadership Pathway, a student must earn 3 credits in the Leadership Pathway, take Leadership 2 entire senior year, be a Link Crew Leader senior year, lead a project/event, record 80 Community Service hours, and do a senior Leadership presentation (part of the class requirement).

Other courses earning credit towards Leadership Pathway: TV News/Documentary (.5 or 1.0) Peer Mentor for Student Leadership 1 or Principles of Leadership (.5)

Introduction to leadership - Design Wheel A 820X

Credits/Semesters: .25 credit/1 quarter
Grade Level: 9
Prerequisites: None

This course explores what it takes to be a positive leader in a fun and exciting atmosphere. Students will start to develop leadership skills for school, club and life experiences. Students will discuss topics which include communication, leadership qualities and characteristics, values, conflict and more. This class will also serve as a building block for future Leadership classes.

student leadership 1 - e401X, E4011, E4012

Credits/Semesters: .5 credit/1 semester OR 1.0 credit/2 semesters
Grade Level: 10 - 12 (This class may be taken only once.)
Prerequisites: None

Students will learn the skills and attributes of a great leader, will improve and reflect upon their own character and leadership development, and will practice and promote their learning daily through lessons, discussions and in class activities. This class will have a focus on students learning to work well with others, being good teammates, having community service opportunities, and being active in our school by going to and supporting MHS events. Students will also have an introduction to the event planning process by planning and executing a school-wide project and/or activity. Students who want to make a difference in our school and community are highly encouraged to take this class! 

student leadership 2/student government - e4021, e4022

Credits/Semesters: 1 credit/2 semester
Grade Level: 10 - 12 and elected freshmen delegates
(This class may be repeated for credit.)
Prerequisites: Intro to Leadership or Student Leadership 1 or Principles of Leadership or Leadership 2 (or equivalent semester from another school) or run for Class President, or have equivalent leadership experience in another group/organization.

 Based also on completed Application Packet.

When forecasting for this class pick up a Leadership 2 Application Packet from Mr. Reinholt. Students will need to complete applications to be enrolled in this class. Students will designate on their applications whether they are applying to be a Delegate, ASB Director, Secretary, Treasurer and/or President. Students are required to also hold a 2.5 GPA minimum and no F’s the semester prior and will sign the Beaverton School District Leadership Code of Conduct.

This class consists of committee work to plan and execute the majority of events at Mountainside High School such as spirit weeks, dances, assemblies, service drives, Friday activities, publicity and recognition. Students will still continue to learn and practice standards of leadership with daily lessons, follow our mission statement, be expected to attend events, and will be held to a higher standard than other Leadership and non-leadership students at our school. Students who earn positions for this class will be on our Student Council Executive Board and have “Student Government” listed on their transcript instead of Leadership 2.

Peer Mentor for Student Leadership 1  E330X

Credits/Semesters: .5 credit/1 semester
Grade Level: 12 (This class may be repeated for credit.)
Prerequisites: Teacher Approval

Senior students who have previously taken Student Leadership 2 and are enrolled in Student Leadership 2 their senior year may get the Activities Director approval to be a Peer Mentor in a Student Leadership 1 or Principles of Leadership class.  Peer Mentors work in the classroom with the teacher helping other students who need extra assistance in the class. This class is graded A-F. Being a Peer Mentor still qualifies you for the Maverick Scholars Recognition.