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Action Faction: Gender & Sexuality Justice Now!
Eyva Winet, 2nd Semester 09-10

Room 32 : Tue 14:30-15:55

Leadership / 0.1

Come get involved in this action committee to fight for justice for all genders and sexual orientations. Many project ideas have been discussed in Gender Seminar, Women’s Seminar and Queer Group so bring those projects and more and we will all work together to make them happen. All are welcome and encouraged to participate. Everyone is responsible for creating a just world!

Alien Food Committee
The Dark Knight Batman, 2nd Semester 09-10

Room 41 : Wed 13:40-14:25

Student Activity (Intensives) / 0.15

Alien Food Committee works on finding recipes from sci-fi/fantasy shows/movies/books and cooking those recipes for dances, spiritfest, or the school community.

Anime Committee
Becky Laird, 2nd Semester 09-10

Room 43 : Fri 13:25-14:30

None assigned

Bombardment Society
The Dark Knight Batman, 2nd Semester 09-10

The Gym : Fri 13:40-14:25

Physical Education / 0.15

Students will develop eye hand coordination and learn teamwork through the age old game of dodge ball.

Brown Bag Lunch: Expanding Race Knowledge Through Film
Joleen Franklin, 2nd Semester 09-10

Room 45 : Thu 8:30-9:50

Student Activity (Intensives) / 0.25

This is an open session for members of our community inclusive of parents, community members, students and staff. It will be a time where you will be able to come in and take in knowledge and insights into the social construction, we define as “race”. This is meant to be a self-reflective endeavor where you will enjoy your lunch, and either journal, draw or record your thoughts about what you have experienced by way of the film. You may journal, draw or record your thoughts on the spot or wait and do it at a more suitable personally reflective moment for you. I would imagine that you would have questions, on occasion and these will be collected in a box in the room. If the group, or parts of the group, desires dialogue around any of the questions such sessions can be arranged.

The purpose to be open to being exposed to information about “race” and for you to self-reflect as you build more knowledge about “race” and move to fuller understanding of “race”.

Note: There will times when a film will take more than one lunch period-~~that’s OK and we will pick it up the next time. Additionally, there will be some films that you have undoubtedly seen before~~-it is being asked that you simply view them again with the members of this group.

This is a social justice committee. It is credit bearing .25

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Cupcakes and Support (Women's Support Group)
Eyva Winet, 2nd Semester 09-10

Room 32 : Wed 13:25-14:30

LA - Women's Studies / 0.5

This committee will meet to great a supportive space for all individuals who experience gender oppression due to patriarchy and/or the gender binary which may include but is not limited to those who identify as woman/she/female/feminine/slut/gender warrior/femme/girl/grrrl/gender queer/transgender/intersex and/or were assigned female at birth. We talk, share, support and often enjoy cupcakes.

Dance Committee
Sheri Brown, 2nd Semester 09-10

cafetorium

None assigned

Day to Day
Adam Croft, 2nd Semester 09-10

Room 33 : Tue 13:40-14:25

None assigned

Participate in Nova’s decision-making processes.

Explore the World Committee
Joseph Szwaja, 2nd Semester 09-10

Room 47 : Fri 13:25-14:30

None assigned

Participate in the trip to Guatemala and support fundraising efforts for our social justice programs there.

Girls' Group
Patty Finnegan, 2nd Semester 09-10

Room 38 / Patty : Thu 13:25-14:30

None assigned

A seminar group for young women to confidentially share life experiences and wisdom with one another.

Give-a-Friend
Patty Finnegan, 2nd Semester 09-10

Room 38 / Patty : Wed 13:25-14:30

None assigned

Making stuffed animals to give to children who are patients at Children’s Hospital.

Hip Hop Committee
Barbara Osborne, 2nd Semester 09-10

None assigned

Little Africa
The Dark Knight Batman, 2nd Semester 09-10

Barbara's Room : Thu 13:40-14:25

Leadership / 0.2

Music Committee
The Dark Knight Batman, 2nd Semester 09-10

Band Room : Thu 13:40-14:25

Student Activity (Intensives) / 0.2

This committee meets to discuss and make improvements to both the band room and the music program at Nova.

Project Nova
Adam Croft, 2nd Semester 09-10

Room 33 and beyond : Wed 13:40-14:25

None assigned

The committee formerly known as the Green Committee is now called Project Nova. This is the place to transform our building and operations into a sustainable place that can serve as an example for all other schools in the Ditrict. Come with your ideas and energy for change!

Queer Group
Debbie Cherniak, 2nd Semester 09-10

Room 35 - Debbie's : Thu 13:25-14:30

None assigned

Spirit Fest Planning Committee
Sheri Brown, 2nd Semester 09-10

Sheri's room, #46 : Fri 13:25-14:30

None assigned

On May 7, Spirit Fest, a giant Art Share for the community, will be in its 4th reincarnation this year, with the theme, “Rebirth.” Come help be a part of the production team for this awesome 5 – 7 hour art day event filled with performances, booths, workshops, food, and whatever else you decide should be a part of it!! Current leaders are all Seniors—underclassmen are wanted, wanted, wanted to preserve the living memory of how to do this event for years to come! So come!:)

Elective

Batman's Fight the Power Community Work
The Dark Knight Batman, 2nd Semester 09-10

Room 41 : Mon 13:25-14:30

Electives / 0.5

Students will engage in doing community work for either Nova, Seattle, or elsewhere.

Get Lost
Adam Croft, 2nd Semester 09-10

Room 33 and beyond

None assigned

This class is an introductory course, taught by Nova graduate Sam Niver, focusing on basic and some advanced skill in Camping, Backcountry travel and Surviving. It for people of any level of experience, the first half of the class will focus on basic skills, including Putting up a tent, putting up a rain fly, starting a fire, clothing and gear, Leave No Trace principals, Trip planning, cooking, basic rope skills, and basic first aid. The second half of the class will focus on more advanced skills, such as: Back country Leave No Trace, alternate and survival shelters, Map and Compass, plant identification, backcountry first aid and basic CPR, reading the weather, backcountry cooking, water purification and advanced rope skills. Primarily this course will try to teach you to make smart decisions in the wilderness, and give you the skills to be comfortable in the backcountry.

Language Acquisition
Lydia Condrea, 2nd Semester 09-10

r.8

Social Studies - basic skills / 0

Students will explore how humans are acquiring and learning languages. The group will look at various theories on language acquisition and learning, as well as how languages are taught in the United States and in other countries. Particular attention will be payed to the laguage acquisition / learning and age, and to the impact of the exposure to a language other than native on cognitive abilities. The techniques of learning Modern Greek will be explored as a hands on component of the course.

Student Assistant
Joleen Franklin, 2nd Semester 09-10

Varies with student need : Mon/Wed 12:00-13:20

None assigned

Teacher Assistant
Joleen Franklin, 2nd Semester 09-10

TBD / 0.5; Teacher Assistant (elective) / 0.5

Yearbook
Stefan Gruber, 2nd Semester 09-10

Annual Staff / 0.25

Fine Arts

BandT
The Dark Knight Batman, 2nd Semester 09-10

Monster Room 41 : Mon/Wed 14:30-16:00

Band - Concert / 0.5

Prerequisites: A willingness to play music with a group of people. Music talent or instrument not required. Sign up early. The class is limited to 8 bands.

Level: What you make it.

Description: This is a class in which you will create music groups and asked to come up with a 10-15 minute set of music. Your band will also be required to play a “cover” that you will randomly select from a hat of songs. We will also really try to record some of your songs this year. If you have always been or have even recently become interested in knowing what it is like to be in a band this is your chance. You do not have to have an instrument and you do not have to have had any prior musical training to be in this class. You only have to have a love of music and the willingness to participate in creating it. Please understand it is up to you to get into a band and stay in it. I will not be placing you in a band.

Assessment Criteria 1) Volunteer for at least one show at the Vera Project during this semester 2) Create a 10-15 minute set of music with your band 3) Play the cover that you select from the hat of songs 4) Record at least 1 of your band’s songs for a compilation, or 10 minutes – if we are able 5) Play 1 show 6) Write at least a one paragraph music autobiography of yourself

Ceramics
karen kosoglad, 2nd Semester 09-10

Room 31 Karen : Mon/Wed/Fri 12:00-13:20

Fine Arts / 0.5; TBD / 0.5

This class is for all levels.Students will be introduced to basic techniques of working with clay.Learning how to center and make pottery,hand building and sculpture will be explored.Many different glaze applications will be introduced.

Community Ceramics - TU Evenings
karen kosoglad, 2nd Semester 09-10

Room #31 : Tue 19:00-21:00

Electives / 0.5

This class is for all levels.Students will be introduced to basic techniques of working with clay.Learning how to center and make pottery,handbuilding and sculpture will be explored.Many different glaze applications will be introduced.

Drama
Joseph Szwaja, 2nd Semester 09-10

The Auditorium

None assigned

Students will study and perform the Play Peter Pan

Graffiti & Art Social Justice Comm
karen kosoglad, 2nd Semester 09-10

Room #31 : Fri 13:25-15:00

Fine Arts / 0.5; TBD / 0.5

Graffiti/Street Art and it’s ways of creation This class will explore graffiti history, graffiti as an element of hip hop ,how and what graffiti /street artists create. Students will be encouraged to express their views,learn the different processes of artistic creation through graffiti/street art. Students will need a field trip permission slip signed by the first week of class.The class will include many visiting artists, and in collaboration with Jaesun Easton, and Ezra Dickinson.

Improv Music
Sheri Brown, 2nd Semester 09-10

Cafetorium or Sheri's room : Thu 16:00-17:00

None assigned

Nova Improvised Music Ensemble, Winter 2010

Facilitated by Sheri Brown, Neal Meyer and Dean Moore Second Thursdays of every month, 4-5 PM

The Nova Improvised Music Ensemble is 1) a performing group working together to create compelling public performances of adventurous improvised music; 2) a laboratory for the hands-on exploration of 20th and 21st century perspectives on the creative process; 3) an opportunity to play with each other, and have fun with sound and ideas.

Here is a comment about our group by The Stranger’s Christopher De Laurenti—it appeared in a January issue of the paper, in De Laurenti’s column, “The Score:”

In late December, I heard the future of improvised music. I was knocked out by the NOVA Improvised Music Ensemble, a group of freely improvising high-school kids; I feel dumb typing “kids,” as the performers were brave and at times brilliant far beyond their years.

improv Theater
Sheri Brown, 2nd Semester 09-10

Cafetorium : Wed/Thu 14:35-15:55

None assigned

Learn the fine art of improv theater with fun games and fun people. Nova’s Improv team has won awards and they’d love to play with you, too! A great way to develop quick thinking and alleviate stage fright, not to mention laugh in spite of yourself.

printmaking ,drawing from life ,with slice of math
karen kosoglad, 2nd Semester 09-10

31- karen kosoglad : Tue/Fri 9:55-11:15

ART - Exploring the Arts / 0.5

Facilitate and introduce a variety of printmaking techniques and produce individual portfolios.Exploration of a diverse approach to printmaking through, mono prints, collographs, linoleum block, dry point, silk screen, reduction prints, 3 color blocks and image transfers. Through a combination of many andl printing techniques students can combine and alter their final images..

Songwriting
The Dark Knight Batman, 2nd Semester 09-10

The Bandroom : Mon/Wed 12:10-13:35

None assigned

This is a class for anyone who is interested in writing music and getting credit for it, whether you’ve put out hella albums or never penned a single verse. We’ll learn stuff, write stuff, sing stuff, play stuff, and have so much fun we won’t know what to do with it! Come prepared to come out of your shell and express yourself through any style of music that strikes your fancy!

Studio Art-ART Survey Application
karen kosoglad, 2nd Semester 09-10

Room 31 Karen : Tue/Thu 12:00-13:20

ART - Art Survey / 0.5

This course is a non CTE occupational education credit.Students can choose to take this class for occ. credit or fine arts within the first 5 weeks. This is a art survey class of both 2 and 3 dimensional design. Students will be invited to explore many art mediums and techniques.Printmaking ,drawing,, painting,and sculpture will be offered.

Health

Health
Susan Barth, 2nd Semester 09-10

Room #34 : Tue/Fri 10:00-11:25

None assigned

We will be doing projects, research, reading and discussing of health topics to meet the competencies of this class. Attendance is vital as participation is part of your credit. We will focus on communication in all aspects of health. We will create and carry out experiments which will help you to figure out what aspects you need to work on in your life, and how you can approach them. Each person will focus on themselves and how to create a healthier environment for their own lives.

IEP

Alg AB
Christina Wright, 2nd Semester 09-10

Room 29 W

None assigned

This is the second semester of a three-semester sequence of the content explored by the Discovering Algebra curriculum. We will be investigating the same concepts and skills as the standard Algebra course, but at a pace which allows for more questions, practice and further investigation.

We will be learning about linear equations while investigating the real-world situations that linear equations model. We will move on to explore how a linear equation can be approximated from linear data, with an emphasis on the importance of slope as a measure of change. We will explore the situations that can be modeled through systems of equations and inequalities.

In addition, we will be attempting the Problem of the Week problems every week as a way to stay flexible, creative, playful, and powerful.

All these activities will be supported by use of the graphing calculator.

Algebra for Beginners- Part Two
Christina Wright, 2nd Semester 09-10

Room 29 W

None assigned

This is a course for those who enjoy and appreciate friendly math challenges WHILE they build and reinforce their fundamental skill set in fractions, decimals, percents, measurement, probability, algebra, and the use of the graphing calculator. The in-class format is rocused on group problem investigations. These explorations will include (but not be limited to) : patterns, functions, and graphs; permieter, area, and volume; probability experiments; real-world measurements in metric and standard units; and logic puzzles including Venn diagrams.

Rote memorization is discouraged. Playful, flexible, powerful thinking is appreciated and nurtured.

This course will meet three times a week and there is regular homework, most often from the Key to Fractions, Decimals, or Percents series.

Students who do not have a current IEP will need permission from the instructor, Christina Wright, in order to register.

CONSTRUCTIONS
Joleen Franklin, 2nd Semester 09-10

Room 45 : Tue/Fri 14:30-15:55

IEP - Pre Voc Training - M / 0.5

CONSTRUCTIONS is a hands-on, curriculum integrated, 3-d construction course that uses 3-d constructions as the medium through which social and work skills are learned. There will be 4 constructions for the semester: Pinatas, The Ultimate Cake Bake Off, The Quilting Project, and Garden Boxes/Benches. All of these constructions have specific concepts and skills that will be taught, but the following will be taught throughout.

Teaming: Group process Communications Listening Troubleshooting/conflict resolution Equity (everyone gets what they need as much as possible-fair distribution)

Multi-tasking: Make multiple timelines for projects running simultaneously Transition from one activity or need to the other Mapping out the big picture Breaking down large project into smaller steps

With respect to the integrated curriculum, all of the constructions will involve Math and writing. Many of these constructions will also include science, art, and history curricula. Finally, each construction will have various medium skills such as carpentry, cooking, sewing, and the art of papier mache. A more detailed list is available from the instructors.

The learner will experience four different types of teaming throughout the course. For the Pinatas, learners will be working in pairs. For the Ultimate Cake Bake Off, they will be working in triads. The Quilting Project will require learners to work in quad pods and the Garden Boxes/Benches project learners will be on an assembly line.

All the projects or proceeds from the projects will be given to social justice organizations.

This course will have limited enrollment and priority will be given to students with IEP’s.

This course is co-taught by Joleen and Becky.

Essay Workshop
Patty Finnegan, 2nd Semester 09-10

Room 38 / Patty : Mon/Thu 8:30-9:55

IEP - Language Arts - M / 0.5

Learn strategies to become a better essay writer. We will explore the different types of essays and learn the rubrics most commonly used by high school teachers and college professor for evaluating written work. Each student will develop literacy goals and select exciting topics to explore throughout the semester. This is an option for IEP students who have been recommended to receive their SDI in Written Expression or for students who want assistance becoming better essay writers. Students must attend to receive full credit and only 2 absences will be allowed.

Financial Literacy
Christina Wright, 2nd Semester 09-10

Room 29 W

None assigned

One of the real challenges of independent, adult life is the management of one’s money: earning it, spending it, saving it, and investing it. This is a course that will give you practice, knowledge, and experience with many aspects of money.

At the most basic level, you will learn to make change accurately and consistently. You will learn to write up a sales slip, adding the appropriate tax. You will learn how to comparison shop in various contexts including grocery stores and shopping for services and goods such as cell phones, cars, and tvs.

You will learn banking basics, including the types of accounts, how to open accounts, how to writing a check and balance a check book, and how to use a debit card without overdrawing.

You will learn how to create a budget and how to keep an accurate record of your personal expenses.

You will learn about borrowing money, through credit cards and loans for college and/or a car. You will learn about mortgages and down payments.

We will explore savings options and look at the mathematics of how interest accrues.

We will learn how to apply for health insurance, car insurance, and home insurance.

We will be piloting the use of a curriculum provided for high schools by the National Endowment for Financial Education. You will be asked for your input as to its appropriateness, its scope, and its bias. Go to

We will have experts from the field come to visit the class and there will be field trips to visit local financial institutions.

This course will have limited enrollment and priority will be given to students with IEP’s.

IDP Group
Becky Laird, 2nd Semester 09-10

Room 43 - Becky/Room 29W - Jane : Mon/Thu 10:00-11:25

IEP - Life Skills - M / 0.5

Learning Objectives

The IDP (Internalizing Disorders Program) Support Class is designed to provide additional academic and emotional/behavioral support for students who are assigned to IDP at Nova.

Students will participate in activities designed to improve school engagement and support class participation.

In addition, a portion of the time for this class will be used for small group and individual counseling.

Personal Relationships
Patty Finnegan, 2nd Semester 09-10

Room 38 / Patty : Mon/Thu 10:00-11:25

IEP - Life Skills - M / 0.5

Student will learn skills to improve relationships through communication techniques, making healthy life decisions, setting boundaries with friends and loved ones, and effectively advocating for themselves and others.

Reading / Writing Workshop
Patty Finnegan, 2nd Semester 09-10

Room 38 / Patty : Tue/Thu 12:10-13:35

IEP - Language Arts - M / 0.5

Learn strategies to become a better reader and writer. Each student will develop literacy goals and select exciting topics to explore throughout the semester. This is an option for IEP students who have been recommended to receive their SDI in Reading and/or Written Expression. Students must attend to receive full credit and only 2 absences will be allowed. The content and competencies to be learned in this class will vary depending upon each student’s IEP goals and objectives.

School-Based Work Experience
Joleen Franklin, 2nd Semester 09-10

Room 45 : Mon 8:30-9:55

IEP - Pre Voc Training - M / 0.5

Would you like to participate in some job experiences, or have a job? There are many skills that one needs to be successful in the world of work. Learn how to apply for various jobs we have at NOVA. Learn about work place protocol, evaluations, and improvement plans. Learn about responsibility, accountability, and working with a supervisor.

Learn how to communicate with fellow workers and supervisors to resolve problems or concerns. Attend staff meetings, and learn how to effectively participate.

In this course, you will be carrying out an on-site job, and you will only meet one time per week with the instructor. Your job will be scheduled when it is best suited to your schedule, unless the job has its’ own time restrictions (lunch room).

Transition 101
Patty Finnegan, 2nd Semester 09-10

Room 38 / Patty : Tue/Fri 8:30-9:55

IEP - General Study Skills - M / 0.5

In Transition 101 students will learn skills to prepare them for success at school, various post-secondary options, and in their careers. Students will learn the 7-Highly Effective Habits; learn to manage those long-term assignments; maintain a planner and record keeping systems; use an organizational system that works for their style; set and attain learning, personal, and community goals; develop ways to organize time and different methods of studying; learn and understand their abilities and challenges; and be able to articulate their learning accommodations here at Nova and in various post-secondary education and career settings.

Students will also examine components of their IEP and prepare to give input at their annual IEP meeting; review their IEP At-a-Glance and make any changes; and prepare to facilitate collaborative meetings between their teacher(s), coordinator, parent, and IEP case manager. Students will also familiarize themselves with tools that guide them to post-secondary options (WOIS career inventory, High School & Beyond Plan, Running Start, and the Graduation worksheet). Work experience opportunities are available at Nova and will be discussed in this course. Students will receive assistance completing applications for paid and/or unpaid work experiences.

There will also be time for independent study with teachers available for assistance. Metro training and keyboarding can be made available as a part of this course, upon student request.

This is an option for IEP students who have been recommended to receive their SDI in Transition (post-secondary preparation and planning, study skills and organization, social skills, and behavior management). Students must attend to receive full credit and only 2 absences will be allowed.

The content and competencies to be learned in this class will vary depending upon each student’s IEP goals and objectives.

Transition 101-A
Joleen Franklin, 2nd Semester 09-10

Room 45 : Mon/Thu 9:55-11:15

IEP - General Study Skills - M / 0.5

There will also be time for independent study with teachers available for assistance. Metro training and keyboarding can be made available as a part of this course, upon student request.

The content and competencies to be learned in this class will vary depending upon each student’s IEP goals and objectives.

Transition 102
Christina Wright, 2nd Semester 09-10

29 W

None assigned

This is a course designed to support the older IEP student with skills for now, soon, and later.

Right NOW, you’ll choose and use an organizational and assignment recording system. You may choose to learn keyboarding. You’ll learn and explore accommodations (including technology based ones) to help you get the most out of school. As an 11th or 12th grader, you’ll begin to take the lead in your IEP meetings, and you will begin to make certain your IEP at a Glance form says exactly what you want it to say.

SOON, you’ll be leaving Nova, and in this course you’ll plan out your senior graduation requirements, and apply for DDD, SSDI, and DVR, should you be eligible. You’ll learn how to find, apply, and interview for a job.

You’ll want to spend some quality time planning what you’re going to do LATER, after Nova. You’ll meet with the career center specialist, you’ll go on visits to some local colleges and vocational schools. You’ll apply and practice for the various entrance exams, including the COMPASS test and the SAT. You’ll explore the ways in which your IEP can follow and support you in your post-Nova education.

You will also have time during this class for regular guided study.

This course meets the IEP requirements for 11th and 12th graders who need organization and transition skills.

Transition 102
Becky Laird, 2nd Semester 09-10

Room 43 - Becky : Tue/Thu 12:10-13:35

IEP - General Study Skills - M / 0.5

This is a course designed to support the older IEP student with skills for now, soon, and later.

You will also have time during this class for regular guided study.

This course meets the IEP requirements for 11th and 12th graders who need organization and transition skills.

Writer's Cafe
Joleen Franklin, 2nd Semester 09-10

Room 45 : Tue/Fri 8:30-9:55

IEP - Language Arts - M / 0.5

This writing class is geared to give writing support, instruction and re-teaching of how to compose and develop longer pieces of writing. The focus in the Writer’s Cafe will be on writings that require research, citations, and thesis statements. Students will learn how to break down the writing assignment, and will be introduced to a number of ways to get the job done. Students will be expected to bring their work from their other classes.

Students with IEP’s, who are currently in US History should be dually enrolled in this class. These students will be given priority enrollment as this class will have limited enrollment.

Language Arts

Creative Writing
Al George, 1st Semester 09-10

Room #27 : Tue/Thu 12:10-13:35

LA - Creative Writing / 0.5

Kira Brodie is a Nova graduate who is returning to teach a class on creative writing. She has taught at least two other classes at Nova and brings her own expertise of writing and a natural born talent for teaching.

Essay spring 10
Debbie Cherniak, 2nd Semester 09-10

Room 35 - Debbie's Room : Tue/Fri 8:30-9:55

Language Arts / 0.5

This course is designed for anyone who wishes to write more powerful, interesting, and thoughtful essays of all types: expository, narrative, persuasive, compare/contrast, analytical, and more. Before writing we will engage in activities that will enhance and inform the writing process. We will read published essays and consider issues of qualities (ideas, organization, voice, word choice, sentence fluency, conventions, theses, transitions, and more). Each week we will practice some aspect of essay writing, consider the techniques of published writing, and share our own works in progress. Note: For credit you will write six polished essays and complete in-class writing and reading assignments, and perhaps seminar a published essay.

Forty-two
Debbie Cherniak, 2nd Semester 09-10

room 35 - Debbie's Room : Tue/Thu 12:10-13:35

career choices 1 / 0.5; Health / 0.5; Language Arts / 0.5

What’s the answer to the ultimate question of life, the Universe, and everything? We’re not really sure. In fact we’re almost positive there are infinite right answers. That’s why this class will be centered on finding a healthy lifestyle for the individual. In our exploration of the ultimate question we want to provide you with the basic tools for surviving “adulthood.” Learn how to write a resume, how to manage your money, how to take care of basic household needs, how to survive and thrive in your relationships, physical health, and much more. This class is not your average approach to health, so you can receive any of the following: health, occ. Ed, or LA credit, or any combination of the three.

Heroines
Debbie Cherniak, 2nd Semester 09-10

room 35 - Debbie's Room : Tue/Fri 10:00-11:25

Language Arts / 0.5

World history credit will be available as well as LA. We need people to look up to and model ourselves after in these difficult times. I think studying famous and non-famous people from our lives, our times, as well as throughout history and literature as well, gives us hope and inspiration. To study heroines, we will read fiction and non-fiction, research time periods and events, and interview friends and family. Classes will be about discussion and sharing: sharing ideas about heroism and fortitude; what makes a heroine? My apologies for supporting the gender binary by referring to heroines as opposed to heroes, but my language is limited (perhaps we’ll invent new inclusive terminology). Students are welcome to study people regardless of any gender.

Know
The Dark Knight Batman, 2nd Semester 09-10

Monster Room 41 : Mon/Fri 12:10-13:35

Language Arts Honors / 0.5

You are the experience.

Expect to work toward understanding your life. Expect to speak a great deal in this class. Expect to move. Expect to read. Expect to be there.

Notes from the Underground
The Dark Knight Batman, 2nd Semester 09-10

Moster Room 41 : Mon/Thu 8:30-9:55

Language Arts / 0.5

NOTES FROM THE UNDERGROUND: A discussion based literature class focused around the theme of alienation in literature. We will be reading the works of Kafka, Tolstoy, Dostoyevsky, James Baldwin, Camus, Ralph Ellison, and many others while studying the causes, effects and types of alienation, ultimately attempting to answer the guiding question: Is alienation an unavoidable part of the human condition or is it created by the way our societies are constructed? Limited spots (10-15 at most) and heavy reading.

Notorious.Outspoken.Villain.Association
Al George, 2nd Semester 09-10

Nova Room 27 Al George : Tue/Thu 12:00-13:20

None assigned

The students teaching this class are Cherise Stewart and Megan Scott. This class is based off of Terrance’s Up, Up, and Away class. But…we will be turning ourselves into villains instead of heroes. The students in this class, will create a villain, give them powers, a background story on how their villain became a villain. We will look at the typical villain archetype(s). See why this is why their made. +

NovaKnows.com spring 10
Debbie Cherniak, 2nd Semester 09-10

Room 35 - Debbie's Room : Mon/Wed/Fri 12:10-13:35

Language Arts / 0.5

Maintain and add to a journalism program at Nova. See www.novaknows.com to review where we are at currently and decide if you like the direction we have headed in, want to change it, or add to it. The current layout, sections, and content was all chosen by last semester’s students and therefore is subject to change according to the new staff. Staff who continue on from semester to semester have more rights and responsibilities. Please be ready to be part of a team of journalists committed to consensus made decisions, peer editing, and self direction. Credit will be based on the production and completion of an efolio. Prior knowledge of how to write articles, create efolios, or work on a staff is not required. Please note: if you wish to write for this newspaper, but do not/cannot join the class, set up an independent contract with Debbie (or check with Debbie to find out if other Nova teachers can facilitate your contract.)

Poetry
Barbara Osborne, 2nd Semester 09-10

Rm 28 - Barbara's Room : Mon/Wed 12:00-13:20

Language Arts / 0.5

Writing poetry means learning to read with your ears and think with your heart. In this class there will be writing prompts every day, an explanation of the tools such as metaphor and alliteration that make the creation of poetry more effective, audio and visual examples of many poems and poets, and space provided for each student to explore a personal artistic voice. There will also be time provided to share and critique our ongoing work. Poets with all levels of experience are welcome

Seminar on Race
Barbara Osborne, 2nd Semester 09-10

Barbara's room, 28 : Mon/Wed 14:35-15:55

Our Cult Heritage / 0.5

Seminar on Race

This seminar will be an honest and deep discussion on race. We will attempt to create a space where it is safe to ask questions that expose both our wisdom and our ignorance about race. Anyone who joins this group must be willing to complete assigned readings or class assignments by the day they will be discussed. Anyone who joins must be willing to listen to others as well as contribute. There will be guest speakers. Students who participate in these discussions must be serious about wanting to explore their ideas, biases and misconceptions about race in the 21st century.

Senior Lit
Barbara Osborne, 2nd Semester 09-10

Barbara's room, room 28 : Tue/Thu 12:00-13:20

Language Arts Honors / 0.5

Students in Sr.Lit. will consider many books, films and stories in a seminar format intended to engender deep exploration of literature and prepare students for college level classes. This semester we will read, talk about or view some or all of the following: Gilgamesh, The Kite Runner, 1000 Splendid Suns, Nine Parts of Desire, Bastard Out of Carolina, Nickeled and Dimed, The Beans of Egypt, Maine, All Over But the Shoutin’, Deer Hunting With Jesus, Antigone, the Nasty Girl, Oedipus, the Orestia, Ajax, Big Fish, The Gospel at Colonnus, the Iliad, the Odyssey, Beowulf, Grendel, the Divine Comedy, The Things They Carried, Johnny Got His Gun, and others, then talk about what we have read, heard or seen. Students will be asked to write one essay about an original idea based on their reading and thinking. This is an honors level class and students will be expected to complete a substantial amount of specific reading during the semester. This class is open only to students who are juniors and seniors.

The Beauty of Dysfunction - The Films of and Like Wes Anderson
The Dark Knight Batman, 2nd Semester 09-10

Monster Room 41 : Tue/Thu 12:10-13:35

Language Arts / 0.5

In this class we will be watching all of the films Wes Anderson has made. These include: Bottle Rocket, Rushmore, The Royal Tennenbaums, The Life Aquatic, and Darjeeling Express. In addition we will watch films that are similar to the themes that come up during these films – that dysfunction has a purpose and at times it can be beautiful. Films that are similar to Wes Anderson’s films are: Little Miss Sunshine, Harold and Maude, Lost in Translation, and others. There will be a project due for each film and students must complete these projects on a month to month basis in order to stay in the class.

The Crawl to Salvation
Melissa Park, 1st Semester 09-10

Adam's Room - rm 33 : Tue/Thu 10:00-11:25

Language Arts / 0.5

This will be a film studies/creative writing/discussion based language arts class taught by Sean and Fidel. Students will watch films, discuss them, and will be given a specific writing prompt and assignment for each film. The class will be based around perceiving and analyzing the concepts of struggle and salvation—as in, what do they mean as concepts, what do they mean to us personally, and why do they mean what we perceive them to. Students will be watching films in which the key characters undergo varied and intense struggles to achieve their own personal idea or perception of salvation. And we will be delving into these films’ interpretations of struggle/salvation and also the separate themes they present by means of thought, discussion and writing. The style of films we will be watching are thus far foreign and very dark. Students will be required signed parent permission forms to view these films.

Be prepared for thrills, chills, blood, love, deep reflective thought, fervent discussions, consuming assignments, superb cinematography, magnificent directing, and all around very moving and intense films. For the crawl to salvation is a journey not for the feint of heart.

The Protopress
Melissa Park, 2nd Semester 09-10

Room 33 - with Adam : Tue/Fri 14:30-15:55

World History / 0.5

Henry Luke & Pete Oliver co-teach this class. Students can earn either World History or Fine Arts credit, depending on the type of projects/coursework they focus on this semester.

Students in this class should expect to be: Exploring personal and collective definitions of propaganda Creating a personalized propaganda campaign, plus documentation, examination of its effect on the world Identifying personal exposure and experience of propaganda

Up, Up, and Away
The Dark Knight Batman, 2nd Semester 09-10

Monster Room 41 : Mon/Thu 10:00-11:25

Language Arts / 0.5

In this class you will turn yourself into a superhero and tell your story through various mediums. We will explore the many aspects of the hero archetype and incorporate what we find into our stories. We will also watch a couple of movies to help us with this exploration. Comic books, graphic novels, your imagination, and the desire to become the hero(ine) you have always known you were are important aspects to wanting to be in this class. My great hope is that we will produce an anthology of our stories and art to sell for the charity of our choice.

Note – You may not make yourself into a villain, or eventually turn into a villain. You will make up villains (or use some of the ones that are with us now) but it will be up to you to vanquish their evil desires.

Mathematics

Algebra 2B - 10:00 and 12:00
Doug Mitchell, 2nd Semester 09-10

Room 40 : Tue/Thu 12:10-13:35; Tue/Fri 10:00-11:25

MATH - Advanced Algebra B NEW / 0.5

The main focus of this class will be to have students learn how use mathematics in real-life situations.

The following topics will be studied in this class:

- Trigonometry - Series and Sequences - Quadratic Functions

Algebra A
Sheri Brown, 2nd Semester 09-10

Sheri's room, #46

None assigned

The word “algebra” is derived from the Arabic word al-jabr. This term is found in Mohammed ibn Musa al-Khwarizmi’s book The Comprehensive Book of Calculation by Balance and Opposition, written around the year 825. Balance is a translation of the word al-jabr, which eventually became algebra. Other writers have derived the word from the Arabic particle al (the definite article), and gerber, meaning “man.” Since, however, Geber happened to be the name of a celebrated Moorish philosopher who flourished in about the 11th or 12th century, it has been supposed that he was the founder of algebra, which has since perpetuated his name.

In the words of the towering civil rights activist/intellectual, grassroots freedom fighter of quiet dignity and incredible determination, Robert P. Moses, “Algebra is a civil right.” Algebra A&B focuses on real numbers, solving equations, and various methods of problem solving. Operations on polynomials and fractional expressions and the application of fractions to certain types of problems will offer foundation for the broader concepts of more mathematical functions. Students will solve not only single linear equations, but also systems of linear equations as well as inequalities. Rational and irrational numbers and finally quadratic functions will complete their Algebra curriculum. The curriculum will emphasize on basic number and symbol manipulation and the representation of real-world problems, providing not only a basis for future mathematical success, but, arguably, one of the key elements of equality, empowerment, and meaningful citizenship in our modern world.

Competencies i. Language of Algebra and a bit of its history 1. DATA EXPLORATION: -Numbers, Expressions, and Operations; -Reasoning, Problem Solving, and Communication 2. PROPORTIONAL REASONING & VARIATION: -Numbers, Expressions, and Operations; Characteristics and Behavior of Functions; -Linear Functions, Equations and Inequalities; -Reasoning, Problem Solving and Communication 3. LINEAR EQUATIONS: -Solving Problems; -Characteristics & Behavior of Functions -Linear Functions, Equations, and Inequalities -Data & Ditributions -Reasoning,Problem Solving, and Communication 4. FITTING DATA TO A LINE: -Solving Problems, -Linear Functions, Equations and Inequalities; -Data and Distributions; -Reasoning, Problem Solving and Communication 5. SYSTEMS OF EQUATIONS & INEQUALITIES -Solving Problems -Linear Functions, Equations, and Inequalities -Reasoning, Problem Solving and Communication

Evaluation Methods “Demonstration of Mastery” will be assessed by formal assessments, i.e. tests, quizzes, homework, projects, a completed portfolio, and classroom participation. Approximately 80% of the credit will be specifically tied to the competencies of the course, while 20% will be tied to participation in terms of presence, lab time, helpfulness, monitoring roles.

Instructional Materials Discovering Algebra textbook (paper and online form), related online resources such as Condensed Lessons, additional Practice Your Skills problems, Techology Demonstrations using The Geometer’s Sketchpad, Fathom, and the Calculator-Based Laboratory [CBL 2], to dynamically illustrate concepts in the student book; Discovering Algebra with TI-Navigator; and the Parent Guide, which includes tips for working with students, chapter summary exercizes, and review exercizes with complete solutions.

Also, as applicable, movies, construction paper, newpaper clippings and anything else our creativity may come up with will be fair game for teaching and learning!

Learning Requirements Edit EALRsMathematics 1. The student understands and applies the concepts and procedures of mathematics. 1.1. Understand and apply concepts and procedures from number sense-number and numeration, computation, and estimation. 1.2. Understand and apply concepts and procedures from measurement-attributes and dimensions, approximation and precision, and systems and tools. 1.5. Understand and apply concepts and procedures from algebraic sense-patterns, representations, and operations. 2. The student uses mathematics to define and solve problems. 2.1. Investigate situations by searching for patterns and using a variety of approaches. 2.2. Formulate questions and define the problem. 2.3. Construct solutions by organizing the necessary information and using appropriate mathematical tools. 3. The student uses mathematical reasoning. 3.1. Analyze information from a variety of sources; use models, known facts, patterns and relationships to validate thinking. 3.2. Predict results and make conjectures based on analysis of problem situations. 3.3. Draw conclusions and verify results-support mathematical arguments, justify results, and check for reasonableness of solutions. 4. The student communicates knowledge and understanding in both everyday and mathematical language. 4.1. Gather information-read, listen, and observe to access and extract mathematical information. 4.2. Organize and interpret information. 4.3. Represent and share information-express and explain mathematical ideas using language and notation in ways appropriate for audience and purposes. 5. The student understands how mathematical ideas connect within mathematics, other subject areas, and real-life situations. 5.1. Relate concepts and procedures within mathematics-use conceptual and procedural understandings among content strands and use equivalent models and representations. 5.2. Relate mathematical concepts and procedures to other disciplines-identify and use mathematical patterns, thinking, and modeling in other sub ject areas. 5.3. Relate mathematical concepts and procedures to real- life situations-understand the connections between mathematics and problem-solving skills used every day at work and at home.

Algebra B
Sheri Brown, 2nd Semester 09-10

Sheri's room, #46 : Mon/Wed/Fri 12:00-13:20

None assigned

Learning Objectives The word “algebra” is derived from the Arabic word al-jabr. This term is found in Mohammed ibn Musa al-Khwarizmi’s book The Comprehensive Book of Calculation by Balance and Opposition, written around the year 825. Balance is a translation of the word al-jabr, which eventually became algebra. Other writers have derived the word from the Arabic particle al (the definite article), and gerber, meaning “man.” Since, however, Geber happened to be the name of a celebrated Moorish philosopher who flourished in about the 11th or 12th century, it has been supposed that he was the founder of algebra, which has since perpetuated his name.

Competencies i. Language and History of Algebra 1. Exponents and Exponential Models – Solving Problems – Numbers, Expressions, and Operations – Characteristics and behavior of functions – Data and distributions – Reasoning, Problem Solving and Communication

2. Functions and Graphs -Solving systems of equations by substitution and elimination - Numbers, Expressions, and Operations – Characteristics and behavior of functions – Quadratic Functions and Equations – Reasoning, Problem Solving and Communication

3. Transformations – Characteristics and behavior of functions – Linear Functions, Equations, and Inequalities -Quadratic Funcitions and Equations

4. Quadratics – Solving Problems – Numbers, Expressions, and Operations – Characteristics and behavior of functions – Quadratic Functions and Equations – Data and Distributions – Reasoning, Problem Solving and Communication

Introduction to Geometry – Numbers, Expressions, and Operations – Reasoning, Problem Solving and Communication Evaluation Methods “Demonstration of Mastery” will be assessed by formal assessments, i.e. tests, quizzes, homework, projects, a completed portfolio, and classroom participation. Approximately 80% of the credit will be specifically tied to the competencies of the course, while 20% will be tied to participation in terms of presence, lab time, helpfulness, monitoring roles.

Also, as applicable, movies, construction paper, newpaper clippings and anything else our creativity may come up with will be fair game for teaching and learning!

Algebra B
James Johnson, 2nd Semester 09-10

Mr. James Johnson, Room 26 : Tue/Fri 09:55-11:15

MATH - Algebra 1A NEW-REPLACES HMA1888 / 0.5

Calculus
Adam Croft, 2nd Semester 09-10

Room 33 and Doug's room (Thursday's) : Wed/Thu 10:00-11:25

MATH - Calculus A / 0.5

Master the fundamentals of calculus

Financial Intelligence
James Johnson, 2nd Semester 09-10

Room #26 : Tue/Thu 8:30-9:50

None assigned

Geometry A
James Johnson, 2nd Semester 09-10

Room 26 : Mon/Wed 02:35-03:55

None assigned

Students missing math credit from previous Nova math classes have “first dibs” on taking this class. Then, assuming there is room, anyone with an interest in exploring mathematics from a larger perspective may take this class. For those students missing credit in previous Nova math classes, the objective of this class is clear: to figure out what you missed and how to explore, practice and demonstrate it now. For those students who wish to expand their mathematical horizons from a broader perspective, the project-based objectives will organically arise from explorations into the exciting math library located in the classroom, including books, video lectures from some of the top math teachers in the country, and hands-on laboratory explorations & constructions.

Geometry B
Sheri Brown, 2nd Semester 09-10

Sheri's room, #46 : Mon/Thu/Fri 9:55-11:15

None assigned

Learning Objectives Learning Objectives The derivation of the term geometry—from the Greek words geô, “earth,” and metrein, “to measure”—is an accurate description of the works of the earliest geometers, who were concerned with problems such as measuring the size of fields and laying out accurate right angles for the corners of buildings. In ancient Egypt, for instance, where the Nile River periodically overflowed its banks, geometry was used to reestablish boundary lines on the plots of land affected by the flooding. This type of empirical (based on experience) geometry, which flourished in ancient Egypt, Sumer, and Babylonia, was refined and systematized by the Greeks. The geometry of Babylon (in Mesopotamia) and Egypt was mostly experimentally derived rules used by the engineers of those civilizations. They knew how to compute areas, and even knew the “Pythagorean Theorem” 1000 years before the Greeks. They established the framework that inspired Greek geometry. Amazingly, these historical mathematical insights are just as fresh and useful today as they were when they were discovered! Through investigations, students acquire a deep understanding of geometric concepts, develop problem-solving skills, and practice inductive and deductive reasoning.

Competencies 1. Transformations and tesselations 2. Circles 3. Pythagorean Theorem 4. Euler’s Formula & Orthographic Drawing 5. Basic Trigonometry 6. Building a Deductive System: Planning a Geometry Proof

Also, as applicable, movies, construction paper, patty paper,compasses, rulers, straws, newpaper clippings and anything else our creativity may come up with will be fair game for teaching and learning!

Learning Requirements Edit EALRsMathematics 1. The student understands and applies the concepts and procedures of mathematics. 1.1. Understand and apply concepts and procedures from number sense-number and numeration, computation, and estimation. 1.2. Understand and apply concepts and procedures from measurement-attributes and dimensions, approximation and precision, and systems and tools. 1.3. Understand and apply concepts and procedures from geometric sense-properties and relationships and locations and transformations. 1.5. Understand and apply concepts and procedures from algebraic sense-patterns, representations, and operations. 2. The student uses mathematics to define and solve problems. 2.1. Investigate situations by searching for patterns and using a variety of approaches. 2.2. Formulate questions and define the problem. 2.3. Construct solutions by organizing the necessary information and using appropriate mathematical tools. 3. The student uses mathematical reasoning. 3.1. Analyze information from a variety of sources; use models, known facts, patterns and relationships to validate thinking. 3.2. Predict results and make conjectures based on analysis of problem situations. 3.3. Draw conclusions and verify results-support mathematical arguments, justify results, and check for reasonableness of solutions. 4. The student communicates knowledge and understanding in both everyday and mathematical language. 4.1. Gather information-read, listen, and observe to access and extract mathematical information. 4.2. Organize and interpret information. 4.3. Represent and share information-express and explain mathematical ideas using language and notation in ways appropriate for audience and purposes. 5. The student understands how mathematical ideas connect within mathematics, other subject areas, and real-life situations. 5.1. Relate concepts and procedures within mathematics-use conceptual and procedural understandings among content strands and use equivalent models and representations. 5.2. Relate mathematical concepts and procedures to other disciplines-identify and use mathematical patterns, thinking, and modeling in other sub ject areas. 5.3. Relate mathematical concepts and procedures to real- life situations-understand the connections between mathematics and problem-solving skills used every day at work and at home.

Geometry B
James Johnson, 2nd Semester 09-10

Room 26 : Mon/Wed/Fri 12:00-01:20

None assigned

Geometry 1A & 1B 2009-2010 Syllabus Mr. Johnson’s Geometry 1A & 1B Text: Key Curriculum Press ~ Discovering Geometry The derivation of the term geometry—from the Greek words geô, “earth,” and metrein, “to measure”—is an accurate description of the works of the earliest geometers, who were concerned with problems such as measuring the size of fields and laying out accurate right angles for the corners of buildings. In ancient Egypt, for instance, where the Nile River periodically overflowed its banks, geometry was used to re-establish boundary lines on the plots of land affected by the flooding. This type of empirical (based on experience) geometry, which flourished in ancient Egypt, Sumer, and Babylonia, was refined and systematized by the Greeks. The geometry of Babylon (in Mesopotamia) and Egypt was mostly experimentally derived rules used by the engineers of those civilizations. They knew how to compute areas, and even knew the “Pythagorean Theorem” 1000 years before the Greeks. They established the framework that inspired Greek geometry. Amazingly these ancient insights just as relevant today.

Through investigations and constructions students acquire a deep understanding of geometric concepts, develop problem-solving, and practice inductive and deductive reasoning.

Math Gallery 101
Sheri Brown, 2nd Semester 09-10

Sheri's room, #46; occasionally at Karen's also (#43) : Tue/Thu 9:55-11:15

None assigned

Prerequisites: 1.5 credits of math earned so far (1 year Algebra and 1 semester of Geometry). The purpose of this class is to explore how math can be shown through artistic principles. We will work on creating the Math Gallery for Nova’s Hallways based on concepts such as line, shape, color-value light to dark, texture, and space, which are “the basic alphabet that play on principles of design which are used to create art. Some of the principles of design that relate to math are repetitition (recursion), patterns (tessellations), composition (functions can be composed), proportion, unity (one-ness is a concept that cannot be underemphasized in its import & usefulness), and balance (keep those equations balanced!). Karen’s printmaking class will be our “sister class,” with whom we share our math principles for them to interpret artistically and likewise they will share their artistic principles for us to interpret mathematically. We’ll find that the boundaries aren’t as clear as one might think.Sometimes we’ll physically work as two classes in one, but usually we’ll be autonomous but with conscious integration.

Other possible/probable units within this class are: Math and the Movement Arts (putting mathematical concepts such as angles directly into ‘math dances’), the golden ratio, and whatever comes up as interests in participants.

This class will weigh heavily on participation as well as demonstration. In some cases, this class could also serve as a means to complete previously incompleted math class credits. Come knowing what you need to show, and we’ll work out the rest through math-art flow… And work!

Math Lounge
Sheri Brown, 2nd Semester 09-10

Sheri's room, #46 : Wed 13:25-14:30

None assigned

This is the perfect place to get your math work done, in the company of others who are doing the same – and get help when you have questions. “Studies have shown” that students consistently dedicating at least one hour of work per week to their math work get more credit.

Also, if you need to complete credit from an earlier math credit with Sheri as your “sign off” person, you’d need to formally enroll in this time.

Pre-Calculus B
Doug Mitchell, 2nd Semester 09-10

Room 40 : Tue/Fri 14:30-15:55

Pre-Calculus B / 0.5

Students will learn the following topics:

- Review and introduction to several new functions

- Periodic Functions

- Application of Sinusoidal Functions

- Combined Sinusoids

- Conic Sections

Occ. Education

Animation Induction
Stefan Gruber, 2nd Semester 09-10

Flipbook Room : Tue/Fri 8:30-9:55

Animation Tech Graphics 1 / 0.5

Open to all people of all levels of artistic talent from none to genius. Animation is a different art form from drawing, so no drawing skills necessary! We’ll be exploring many techniques including 2D puppet, pixelation, sand animation, flipbooks, clay. It’s a lot of fun and really good excerise for the imagination. We’ll also watch a lot of animation in here to get inspiration.

Avant Garde Scores for Film
Stefan Gruber, 2nd Semester 09-10

Cafetorium, Flipbook Room, Computer Lab : Tue/Thu 14:30-15:55

Occ. Education / 0.5

The goal of this workshop is to provide a creative space to make a library of sound effects and musical pieces to use as soundtracks for the 2nd semester animation showcase. We’ll be constructing a short musical piece together every class using a multi-track recorder and the instruments and effects you bring to the class. We’ll also have a few guest artists come in and show us how they work their particular way of sonic magic. Tiffany Lin’s Toy Instrument band “Toy Boat” will make a few appearances.

Cultivate your Animation powers evermore
Stefan Gruber, 2nd Semester 09-10

Stefan's Flipbook room : Wed 14:30-15:55

None assigned

Here’s a time for people with multiple needs for the animation room when they can meet in here and socialize and catch up on making frames and get lots of individual attention. Bring your works in progress, capture some frames, do a pixelation, bring a film to share, come create a musical or performance moment, the room is open for you at this time for that and that is what I am saying. This is not necessarily a credit bearing class, but it can be if you’re not already enrolled in another animation course or you need extra credit and are already coming to animation courses.

Experimental Animation (Advanced)
Stefan Gruber, 2nd Semester 09-10

Flipbook Room, Computer Lab : Tue/Fri 13:40-14:25

Animation Tech Graphics 2 / 0.5

Experimental Animation is a workshop designed to make the materials and resources available for the independent animator. 1st semester focuses on developing soundtracks before animation, so that lip-synch is possible. We will be able to have a professional style punched-paper animation area, one or two long-term 3-D animation setups; Flash will be available as well. Materials: Most supplies are supplied; some self-budget (probably under $20) may be needed. The finished works made in this class are burned to DVD and shown in an actual theater at the end of the 2nd semester.

Flash Pastures
Stefan Gruber, 2nd Semester 09-10

the computer lab and stefan's : Tue/Fri 02:35-03:55

Animation Tech Graphics 3 / 0.5

(Some animation experience required) Learn how to make multi layered animation pieces ideal for showcasing on the web. Animators with some hand-made animation experience will see how traditional techniques translate to flash. Special emphasis placed on combining sound with animation, loops, and nesting techniques. A small amount of programming in actionscript for loading bars and buttons is involved as well.

Horticulture
Susan Barth, 2nd Semester 09-10

Room #34 : Mon/Wed 12:10-13:35

None assigned

This semester we will be creating growing areas in our new space. We will be building raised beds, planning our spring gardens and starting seeds. You will design your own Farm book, do research, and present findings on Horticulture and Botany topics. We will visit local p-patches, the Conservatory, and the Arboretum. There will be in class participation, attendance is crucial to credit. You will also be responsible for at least 2 hours of work a week outside of class to earn full credit.

Music Composition & Theory
Stefan Gruber, 2nd Semester 09-10

Animation Room : Mon 8:30-9:50

Music Theory / 0.25

Steven Arntson’s Class:

This class will involve investigation of and experiences with music theory, basic music literacy, and music appreciation. Students will compose and perform compositions and engage in musical experiments in class that relate to the materials of music, as well as gaining fluency with the musical alphabet.

Physical Education

American Tribal Style Belly Dance
Eyva Winet, 2nd Semester 09-10

Cafetorium/Miller Community Center : Mon/Wed 14:35-15:55

Physical Education / 0.5

Mondays: We will also be learning the basics of American Tribal Style (ATS) belly dance, a form of dance, which emerged out of San Francisco in the late sixties and reclaimed belly dance as a celebration of women. All genders are welcome. This class can be taken for P.E. or fine art credit. Students need comfortable clothes and must be willing to try stretching, dancing, creating a dance belt with help.

Wednesday: Vida Irland is teaching traditional Egyptian Style bellydance. Students can take either/or class and will get either .25 or .5 depending on if they are taking one or both classes.

There will be fieldtrips to see performances that are optional but encouraged. They will fall outside of the regular school day.

Capoeira
Sheri Brown, 2nd Semester 09-10

small gym : Mon/Wed 14:35-15:55

None assigned

Afro-brazilian martial arts dance-fight form… Class taught Mondays, Wednesdays is optional practice session, to be set up with Sheri for .5 credit.

Eternity Ball! (formerly 3-Way Soccer)
Stefan Gruber, 2nd Semester 09-10

The field, Stefan's room : Tue 13:25-14:30; Tue 10:15-11:45

Physical Education / 0.25

(.25 PE) 3-Way soccer! Tuesdays 10:15-11:45 This is an unorthodox sports workshop. We sit down for a pow-wow at the start of each day to talk about what rules we want to add and subtract to a constantly changing sport, and then we play it! 2 years of fine tuning in this way has produced a game that uses 3 teams on a circular field and a huge yoga ball that you dribble on the grass with your fist, or kick. It feels a bit like a bizarre circus act crossed with a blend of many familiar sports aspects. Meet at Stefan’s room to keep your bag safe, then we head over to the Garfield Field.

Fire Arts
Susan Barth, 2nd Semester 09-10

Cafetorium : Tue/Thu 12:10-13:35

None assigned

Students from beginning to advanced are welcome and encouraged to try this amazing art. You will learn how to work with fire poi, staff, and hoop. Moves for each tool will be taught, with an emphasis on advancing your skills. You will learn how to move and flow with each tool, and create your own choreography with the tool or tools of your choice. We will be working to bring in new tools this semester like the fire dart, fans, palm torches and flags. You will learn fire safety and there will be an off campus light up at the end of the semester for you to show your skills.

Hey You Get Buff
Joseph Szwaja, 2nd Semester 09-10

The Nova Gym : Tue/Thu 16:00-17:00

None assigned

We will learn (at least) the basics of lifting and then travel as far as students’ level of interest and proficiency take them. We will learn how to lift for different muscle groups and for bulk and definition, as well as breathing, stretching and spotting, cooling down and nutrition as it relates to weight lifting.

We will also learn the names of different muscle groups and how to strengthen abdominal muscles without weights. In addition, there will be a part of the class in which we examine the concept of “buffness”, how it has changed over time, and how this concept affects different people within our society.

For the third consecutive year, we will work out some of the time at the Downtown YMCA in order to take advantage of the superior facilities offered there. All who are willing to work hard and treat others with respect are welcome to take this class, regardless of their previous experience with weight lifting.

Those who prefer to practice sports such as basketball, wiffle ball or running in the gym instead of lifting weights will be permitted and encouraged to do so in the gym.

This class is open to all levels, from beginners to advanced. We will lift in class as well as outside.

If students want to focus on dodge ball, that is ok as well.

Physical Education
Adam Croft, 2nd Semester 09-10

Physical Education / 0.5

Supernova Skate Squad
Susan Barth, 2nd Semester 09-10

Gym : Tue/Thu 14:30-15:55

None assigned

Come skate with us. We will be skating each class, learning and improving on techniques. We are taking all levels. Skates and helmets are provided, pads are encouraged.

Ultimate Frisbee
Adam Croft, 2nd Semester 09-10

Nova : Mon/Thu 16:00-17:00

Physical Education / 0.5

Play ultimate

Science

ADV Projects in Chemistry & Physics (AP)
Eyva Winet, 2nd Semester 09-10

Room #32 : Mon/Wed 12:00-13:20

None assigned

Students who have taken chemistry or physics before are welcome to sign up for this course. Students can work toward AP Physics or Chemistry credit or just do s’more chemistry and physics because they love the subject. It is a project based class so small groups or individuals will be designing a research plan, setting goals and guidelines for completion of their project and learning how to hold themselves accountable with the support of the faciliator. The class will share their learning and projects with others in the class but will most likely be working toward individualized learning goals rather than all class goals.

Earthology 2
Adam Croft, 2nd Semester 09-10

Room 33 and beyond : Mon/Thu 8:30-9:55

Science Seminar / 0.5

Students will continue to explore the science and history of the living Earth. In particular, we will pursue an understanding of Gaia Theory as developed by James Lovelock, Lynn Margulis, and other scientists. Students will be expected to develop a broad understanding of the dynamics of the living Earth while also taking on an inquiry and teaching project exploring a particular aspect of Gaia. We will also investigate the science of terra-forming and similar pursuits.

Field Ecology 2
Adam Croft, 2nd Semester 09-10

Room 33 and beyond : Mon/Wed 12:10-13:35

Ecology 1 HSC / 0.5

This course is co-facilitated with Pete Oliver. In this class credit will be based on first hand experience, and field trips will be frequent. We’ll be learning how to identify local plant life, the history of mainstream ecology, and how our view of nature affects our everyday life and shapes everything we know. We’ll be writing our own climate histories, and seeing what was near your house during the last ice age. We’ll be working to master ecological field techniques, and build a better understanding of the places where we breathe. This class will be optionally year round in order to experience every season in the Puget Sound while being constantly aware and watchful.

Marine Biology
Susan Barth, 2nd Semester 09-10

Room #34 : Mon/Thu 10:00-11:25

None assigned

In Marine Biology you will be exposed to various aspects of the ocean and life in it. This will include the morphology of various marine animals, and the study of many ecosystems. We will study local organisms, and visit the Aquarium. This is a great opportunity to view the full scope of the ocean, along with all the various problems which stand in the way of society and cleaner seas. You will examine the effects of global warming and pollution and gain greater understanding of how to change your lifestyle to save the our oceans and their life.

Physics
Eyva Winet, 2nd Semester 09-10

32 : Mon/Tue/Thu/Fri 9:55-11:15

Physics 1 / 0.5; Physics 2 / 0.5

Description: This is one year of physics in an intense semester. There will be math, labs, research projects and philosophical and ethical seminars. If you hate these things this is not the class for you. If you like theories of the universe, time travel, questions of reality and perception, energy, movement, matter and MATH, then this is the class for you. Priority will be given to students who need this class to get in to college and are graduating seniors. If you just need science credit to graduate and do not love physics please see Eyva to set up an independent science credit or take a different science class.

Science Geeks @Bailey Gatzert
Eyva Winet, 2nd Semester 09-10

Room 3/Bailey Gatzert/Field Trips : Fri 13:25-14:30; Fri 14:35-15:55

Science Seminar / 0.1

Mission: Love the Science! Share the Science! Tasks: Execute cool science field trips, host a science fair, bring cool science to Bailey-Gatzert, present at Exhibition Night, invent something that could be published in MAKE magazine and of course host the best Novarnights ever!

Science Writing
Adam Croft, 2nd Semester 09-10

Room 33 and beyond : Tue/Fri 8:30-9:55

Science Seminar / 0.5

Students and teacher will explore various styles of science writing. We will collect a variety of examples of science writing (research journal articles, popular science, poetry, science journalism, hard science fiction, etc.), examine them for quality of communicating scientific concepts and facts, and then create a rubric for high quality science writing. Students and teacher will use this rubric to assist and assess each other’s science writing. Each student, and the teacher, will take on a research project of their own, and then we will engage in writing workshop activities to support each other in the writing process. Each student should complete the class with a piece of high quality science writing! All types of science (and/or language arts) credit are available.

Seminar

Gender Activist Academy
Eyva Winet, 2nd Semester 09-10

Off Campus/32 : Tue 16:00-17:30

LA - Women's Studies / 0.5

This is a project based class. To enter the class you must submit the following application: Application to participate in Gender Activism Academy Please return this form and the requested attachment to Eyva by Wednesday January 27th at 4PM if you would like to participate in the Gender Activism Academy. Ten participants will be chosen and will get together Thursday the 28th at 4 with all of our schedules and find a regular meeting time. It might be that the only time we can all meet is not regular school hours so consider that in making your decision to apply.

1) Please submit a piece of writing or artistic work that explores your personal relationship to gender. If the piece is artistic please don’t submit original art – a web link, photo documentation or such is preferred. If I have already seen the piece/performance you can refer to it. Please include an explanation if necessary.

2) Please describe, in 100 words or less, classes informal study, art, and/or activism that you have participated in that relate to gender.

3) Please describe the artistic work/ piece of scholarship/activism (or combination of) that you want to create next semester. The following questions might help you but don’t have to be answered if they don’t work for you.

If you are creating a piece of scholarship (research paper, book, zine, blog) describe your research plan, include books, cultural artifacts, journals, interviews, etc. that you will be drawing on for your research as well as what final product you want to create. What are your guiding research questions? Who is the audience for said product?

If you are creating a piece of art describe your artistic vision and plan. What media will you be using and where will you draw inspiration and information to inform your project? What are your guiding research questions? Who is the audience for said product?

If you are creating a piece of activism describe your mission. What organizations or actions can you use as inspiration and information for making your plan, program, action happen? What are your guiding principles and how will you evaluate success? Who/what will be affected and how?

4) What kind of support from this group do you need to make your plan happen?

5) Is there a specific amount or type of credit you are trying to get through your participation in this class?

Gender Seminar
Adam Croft, 2nd Semester 09-10

Adam's Room : Tue/Thu 12:00-13:20

LA - Women's Studies / 0.25

This seminar will be designed and co-facilitated by staff and students of multiple genders and will thus take shape around the interests of all participants. This seminar is designed to facilitate a discussion of gender, sex and sexuality and their inherent relationships to power and privilege. Students can make their interest projects to get health, science, LA or history credit. There are different competencies for each type of credit so students need to arrange what they are working toward early in the semester with Eyva or Adam. LA and History proposals will be reviewed by the appropriate teachers in order to give these types of credit.

Social Studies

AGE/School Funding
Joseph Szwaja, 2nd Semester 09-10

Joe's Room : Mon/Wed/Fri 12:10-13:35

None assigned

Essentially this class will examine US Government and Economics through the lens of issues related to schools and school funding. Student will learn the basics of US Government as reflected in the US Constitution and struggles related to issues in that document. They will write a research paper on a constitutional topic of their choice.

In addition, students will follow school issues and how they relate to Nova by learning about school funding in Washington State and Seattle and attending meetings of the school board and other government bodies. Students will polish their public citizenship skills via testifying at meetings, as well as writing letters and meeting with their school representatives> in the process we hope to help students to learn to serve as skilled advocates on issues important to them and to Nova.

Basic World History
Al George, 2nd Semester 09-10

Nova Room 27 Al George : Mon/Thu 8:30-9:50

None assigned

Coordinated Studies: the Middle Ages/ Joan of Arc
Barbara Osborne, 2nd Semester 09-10

Barbara's room : Mon/Tue/Thu/Fri 9:55-11:15

Language Arts / 0.5; World History II / 0.5

Students will hear, read, think, write and talk about people, ideas and events of the Middle Ages including: early Christian background, mysticism, heresies, doctrinal disputes, Augustine of Hippo, anchorites, Constantine, the Byzantine Empire, Benedict of Nursia, barbarian invasions, the Vikings, the birth and spread of Islam, Eleanor of Aquitaine, Henry II, various inquisitions, city-states, the council of Nicea, the crusades, Saladin, Canossa, papal power struggles, the monastic movement, the Black Death, Dante’s Divine Comedy, Beowulf, Song of Roland, Charlemagne, Rumi, The Lion in Winter, Red Noses, Becket, The Name of the Rose, 1491, Mesoamerican civilizations, Chaucer’s Canterbury Tales and Joan of Arc. One of the emphases of this class will be what was happening in parts of the world beside Europe during this period in history

Explore the World/Change the World
Joseph Szwaja, 2nd Semester 09-10

Joe's Room (#47) and Guatemala : Mon/Wed 14:30-15:55

None assigned

This class is based on travel and solidarity – linking up with people in other places whose values and aspirations we support. It is rooted in the desire to promote social justice around the world and repair a bit of the damage done to the people and natural environment of the world by US foreign policy and corporations. A great way to learn about history and current events is to travel outside of the US and join together with those working for a more equitable and sustainable world.

Students who take this class will travel to Guatemala after studying a little about the history culture and language of the country. Cost is not a barrier; all students who are willing to work hard can take the class and have their trip funded via fund raising efforts The trip will take place roughly between April 20 and March 4th (students will miss one week of school). In Guatemala students will study Spanish 4 hours per day with Guatemalan instructors plus listen to presentations about history and culture. We will meet with people in former refugee communities and learn about the projects we at Nova have been funding to help support them in their struggles.

Once we return, we will do fund raising and educational outreach to work in solidarity with the communities we are seeking to help. Students can get World History and or Spanish credit for this class based upon the amount of work completed.

History, Film and Art
Joseph Szwaja, 2nd Semester 09-10

Room #47 (Joe's Room) : Tue/Wed/Fri 10:00-11:25

None assigned

This is a mid-level history class appropriate for students who have completed 9th grade seminar or the equivalent competencies. (Some exceptions may granted to particularly interested and skilled 9th graders based on the consent of the instructor).

This class will deepen and extend some of the ideas we examined during the first semester in the Goddesses and Sixties Revolution Classes. So students who enjoyed and earned significant credit in either of those classes may find this a good way to further explore history and work towards fulfilling their world history credit and competencies.

Here we will look at some major theories about why thing happen in history as well as some major movements and events. The we will examine how some of these historical theories and events may be reflected (or not) in film and other art forms such as painting, sculpture and architecture. We will watch at least four films related to history. We will travel in the city to look at architecture, visit museums and talk with artists and activists. Some key themes will include frontiers and barriers in history and how those are reflected in art, conflicts around class, revolutions, industrialization, nature and the preservation or abandonment of tradition.

Jazz His(her)tory
Jay Stickler, 2nd Semester 09-10

Library/ Rm. 27 : Tue/Fri 14:30-15:55

Fine Arts / 0.5; World History / 0.5

Jazz His (Her)tory

Want to learn what Jazz is or isn’t? Where did this music originate? Who plays it and how has it changed since it’s beginnings around 1900? Why is it considered by many to be America’s only original art form? Who are the major innovators in jazz and what do they sound like? What is the role of social justice and what parts do race, gender, and ethnicity play? What are the musical elements that characterize this music and , most importantly, how do the styles and periods of jazz reflect historic factors and conditions?

We will look at and listen to U.S. History through this vibrant and alive music. We’ll read biographies and memoirs, jazz poetry and other hipster writings, and listen to lots of CD’s ( and even LP’s)! We’ll watch historic performances on media like YouTube and host guest presenters and performers. Expectations from you will include, apart from an open mind, ears, and heart, a wide curiosity and desire to participate. You will need to keep a “listening journal,” create a timeline, do various readings, and make presentations which bring styles, periods, or particular artists to life. These will include creating a CD for others to hear, complete with flashy visuals!

And you’ll receive History or Fine Arts Credit while having this exquisite jazz experience!

Limited to 15 participants*

U.S. History
Al George, 2nd Semester 09-10

Room 27 Al George : Mon/Thu 13:40-14:25

U.S. History 11a / 0.5; U.S. History 11b / 0.5

Students will demonstrate, understand and show compentancy in the area of United States History. The time period covered will span from the 17th century to present day. Attendance will be extremely important for this wonderful, fun filled experience.

World History / Renaissance & Beyond
Al George, 2nd Semester 09-10

Nova Room 27 Al George : Mon/Thu 9:55-11:15

World History / 0.5

Students will gain knowledge and have the ability do demonstrate comprehension of Western Europe during the 13th and 14th century. They will be able to gauge how this time period has impacted our nation, and the world .

World Languages

Beginning / Intermediate Russian
Lydia Condrea, 2nd Semester 09-10

room 42 : Fri 12:00-13:20

Russian 1a / 0.5; Russian 1b / 0.5; Russian 2a / 0.5

Participants will explore different aspects of Russian culture, learning linguistic pattern, and applying them in various situations. Teaching methods used in this course are based on communicative approach.

Beginning French
Lydia Condrea, 2nd Semester 09-10

room 42 : Mon/Thu 10:00-11:25

French 1a / 0.5; French 1b / 0.5

Participants will explore different aspects of French culture, learning linguistic pattern, and applying them in various situations. Teaching methods used in this course are based on communicative approach.

Beginning Spanish
Lydia Condrea, 2nd Semester 09-10

room 42 : Tue/Fri 8:30-9:55

Spanish 1a / 0.5; Spanish 1b / 0.5

Participants will explore different aspects of Spanish culture, learning linguistic pattern, and applying them in various situations. Teaching methods used in this course are based on communicative approach.

Intermediate/Advanced French
Lydia Condrea, 2nd Semester 09-10

room 42 : Mon/Thu 8:30-9:55

French 2a / 0.5; French 2b / 0.5; French 3a / 0.5; French 3b / 0.5

Continue to work on enriching vocabulary, learning grammar in depth and to apply acquired linguistic knowledge in communication, presentations, research, etc. Teaching methods used in this course are based on communicative approach.

Italian all levels
Lydia Condrea, 2nd Semester 09-10

room 42 : Tue/Fri 14:30-15:55

Italian 1a (registrar: use HWL5858 for Latin Studies) / 0.5

Participants will continue exploring different aspects of Italian culture, learning linguistic patterns, and applying them in various situations. Teaching methods used in this course are based on communicative approach.

Course Catalog

Committee

Action Faction: Gender & Sexuality Justice Now! Eyva Winet, 2nd Semester 09-10 Room 32 : Tue 14:30-15:55

Alien Food Committee The Dark Knight Batman, 2nd Semester 09-10 Room 41 : Wed 13:40-14:25

Anime Committee Becky Laird, 2nd Semester 09-10 Room 43 : Fri 13:25-14:30

Bombardment Society The Dark Knight Batman, 2nd Semester 09-10 The Gym : Fri 13:40-14:25

Brown Bag Lunch: Expanding Race Knowledge Through Film Joleen Franklin, 2nd Semester 09-10 Room 45 : Thu 8:30-9:50

Cupcakes and Support (Women's Support Group) Eyva Winet, 2nd Semester 09-10 Room 32 : Wed 13:25-14:30

Dance Committee Sheri Brown, 2nd Semester 09-10 cafetorium

Day to Day Adam Croft, 2nd Semester 09-10 Room 33 : Tue 13:40-14:25

Explore the World Committee Joseph Szwaja, 2nd Semester 09-10 Room 47 : Fri 13:25-14:30

Girls' Group Patty Finnegan, 2nd Semester 09-10 Room 38 / Patty : Thu 13:25-14:30

Give-a-Friend Patty Finnegan, 2nd Semester 09-10 Room 38 / Patty : Wed 13:25-14:30

Hip Hop Committee Barbara Osborne, 2nd Semester 09-10

Little Africa The Dark Knight Batman, 2nd Semester 09-10 Barbara's Room : Thu 13:40-14:25

Music Committee The Dark Knight Batman, 2nd Semester 09-10 Band Room : Thu 13:40-14:25

Project Nova Adam Croft, 2nd Semester 09-10 Room 33 and beyond : Wed 13:40-14:25

Queer Group Debbie Cherniak, 2nd Semester 09-10 Room 35 - Debbie's : Thu 13:25-14:30

Spirit Fest Planning Committee Sheri Brown, 2nd Semester 09-10 Sheri's room, #46 : Fri 13:25-14:30

Elective

Batman's Fight the Power Community Work The Dark Knight Batman, 2nd Semester 09-10 Room 41 : Mon 13:25-14:30

Get Lost Adam Croft, 2nd Semester 09-10 Room 33 and beyond

Language Acquisition Lydia Condrea, 2nd Semester 09-10 r.8

Student Assistant Joleen Franklin, 2nd Semester 09-10 Varies with student need : Mon/Wed 12:00-13:20

Teacher Assistant Joleen Franklin, 2nd Semester 09-10

Yearbook Stefan Gruber, 2nd Semester 09-10

Fine Arts

BandT The Dark Knight Batman, 2nd Semester 09-10 Monster Room 41 : Mon/Wed 14:30-16:00

Ceramics karen kosoglad, 2nd Semester 09-10 Room 31 Karen : Mon/Wed/Fri 12:00-13:20

Community Ceramics - TU Evenings karen kosoglad, 2nd Semester 09-10 Room #31 : Tue 19:00-21:00

Drama Joseph Szwaja, 2nd Semester 09-10 The Auditorium

Graffiti & Art Social Justice Comm karen kosoglad, 2nd Semester 09-10 Room #31 : Fri 13:25-15:00

Improv Music Sheri Brown, 2nd Semester 09-10 Cafetorium or Sheri's room : Thu 16:00-17:00

improv Theater Sheri Brown, 2nd Semester 09-10 Cafetorium : Wed/Thu 14:35-15:55

printmaking ,drawing from life ,with slice of math karen kosoglad, 2nd Semester 09-10 31- karen kosoglad : Tue/Fri 9:55-11:15

Songwriting The Dark Knight Batman, 2nd Semester 09-10 The Bandroom : Mon/Wed 12:10-13:35

Studio Art-ART Survey Application karen kosoglad, 2nd Semester 09-10 Room 31 Karen : Tue/Thu 12:00-13:20

Health

Health Susan Barth, 2nd Semester 09-10 Room #34 : Tue/Fri 10:00-11:25

IEP

Alg AB Christina Wright, 2nd Semester 09-10 Room 29 W

Algebra for Beginners- Part Two Christina Wright, 2nd Semester 09-10 Room 29 W

CONSTRUCTIONS Joleen Franklin, 2nd Semester 09-10 Room 45 : Tue/Fri 14:30-15:55

Essay Workshop Patty Finnegan, 2nd Semester 09-10 Room 38 / Patty : Mon/Thu 8:30-9:55

Financial Literacy Christina Wright, 2nd Semester 09-10 Room 29 W

IDP Group Becky Laird, 2nd Semester 09-10 Room 43 - Becky/Room 29W - Jane : Mon/Thu 10:00-11:25

Personal Relationships Patty Finnegan, 2nd Semester 09-10 Room 38 / Patty : Mon/Thu 10:00-11:25

Reading / Writing Workshop Patty Finnegan, 2nd Semester 09-10 Room 38 / Patty : Tue/Thu 12:10-13:35

School-Based Work Experience Joleen Franklin, 2nd Semester 09-10 Room 45 : Mon 8:30-9:55

Transition 101 Patty Finnegan, 2nd Semester 09-10 Room 38 / Patty : Tue/Fri 8:30-9:55

Transition 101-A Joleen Franklin, 2nd Semester 09-10 Room 45 : Mon/Thu 9:55-11:15

Transition 102 Christina Wright, 2nd Semester 09-10 29 W

Transition 102 Becky Laird, 2nd Semester 09-10 Room 43 - Becky : Tue/Thu 12:10-13:35

Writer's Cafe Joleen Franklin, 2nd Semester 09-10 Room 45 : Tue/Fri 8:30-9:55

Language Arts

Creative Writing Al George, 1st Semester 09-10 Room #27 : Tue/Thu 12:10-13:35

Essay spring 10 Debbie Cherniak, 2nd Semester 09-10 Room 35 - Debbie's Room : Tue/Fri 8:30-9:55

Forty-two Debbie Cherniak, 2nd Semester 09-10 room 35 - Debbie's Room : Tue/Thu 12:10-13:35

Heroines Debbie Cherniak, 2nd Semester 09-10 room 35 - Debbie's Room : Tue/Fri 10:00-11:25

Know The Dark Knight Batman, 2nd Semester 09-10 Monster Room 41 : Mon/Fri 12:10-13:35

Notes from the Underground The Dark Knight Batman, 2nd Semester 09-10 Moster Room 41 : Mon/Thu 8:30-9:55

Notorious.Outspoken.Villain.Association Al George, 2nd Semester 09-10 Nova Room 27 Al George : Tue/Thu 12:00-13:20

NovaKnows.com spring 10 Debbie Cherniak, 2nd Semester 09-10 Room 35 - Debbie's Room : Mon/Wed/Fri 12:10-13:35

Poetry Barbara Osborne, 2nd Semester 09-10 Rm 28 - Barbara's Room : Mon/Wed 12:00-13:20

Seminar on Race Barbara Osborne, 2nd Semester 09-10 Barbara's room, 28 : Mon/Wed 14:35-15:55

Senior Lit Barbara Osborne, 2nd Semester 09-10 Barbara's room, room 28 : Tue/Thu 12:00-13:20

The Beauty of Dysfunction - The Films of and Like Wes Anderson The Dark Knight Batman, 2nd Semester 09-10 Monster Room 41 : Tue/Thu 12:10-13:35

The Crawl to Salvation Melissa Park, 1st Semester 09-10 Adam's Room - rm 33 : Tue/Thu 10:00-11:25

The Protopress Melissa Park, 2nd Semester 09-10 Room 33 - with Adam : Tue/Fri 14:30-15:55

Up, Up, and Away The Dark Knight Batman, 2nd Semester 09-10 Monster Room 41 : Mon/Thu 10:00-11:25

Mathematics

Algebra 2B - 10:00 and 12:00 Doug Mitchell, 2nd Semester 09-10 Room 40 : Tue/Thu 12:10-13:35; Tue/Fri 10:00-11:25

Algebra A Sheri Brown, 2nd Semester 09-10 Sheri's room, #46

Algebra B Sheri Brown, 2nd Semester 09-10 Sheri's room, #46 : Mon/Wed/Fri 12:00-13:20

Algebra B James Johnson, 2nd Semester 09-10 Mr. James Johnson, Room 26 : Tue/Fri 09:55-11:15

Calculus Adam Croft, 2nd Semester 09-10 Room 33 and Doug's room (Thursday's) : Wed/Thu 10:00-11:25

Financial Intelligence James Johnson, 2nd Semester 09-10 Room #26 : Tue/Thu 8:30-9:50

Geometry A James Johnson, 2nd Semester 09-10 Room 26 : Mon/Wed 02:35-03:55

Geometry B Sheri Brown, 2nd Semester 09-10 Sheri's room, #46 : Mon/Thu/Fri 9:55-11:15

Geometry B James Johnson, 2nd Semester 09-10 Room 26 : Mon/Wed/Fri 12:00-01:20

Action Faction: Gender & Sexuality Justice Now!
Eyva Winet, 2nd Semester 09-10

Room 32 : Tue 14:30-15:55

Alien Food Committee
The Dark Knight Batman, 2nd Semester 09-10

Room 41 : Wed 13:40-14:25

Anime Committee
Becky Laird, 2nd Semester 09-10

Room 43 : Fri 13:25-14:30

Bombardment Society
The Dark Knight Batman, 2nd Semester 09-10

The Gym : Fri 13:40-14:25

Brown Bag Lunch: Expanding Race Knowledge Through Film
Joleen Franklin, 2nd Semester 09-10

Room 45 : Thu 8:30-9:50

Cupcakes and Support (Women's Support Group)
Eyva Winet, 2nd Semester 09-10

Room 32 : Wed 13:25-14:30

Dance Committee
Sheri Brown, 2nd Semester 09-10

cafetorium

Day to Day
Adam Croft, 2nd Semester 09-10

Room 33 : Tue 13:40-14:25

Explore the World Committee
Joseph Szwaja, 2nd Semester 09-10

Room 47 : Fri 13:25-14:30

Girls' Group
Patty Finnegan, 2nd Semester 09-10

Room 38 / Patty : Thu 13:25-14:30

Give-a-Friend
Patty Finnegan, 2nd Semester 09-10

Room 38 / Patty : Wed 13:25-14:30

Hip Hop Committee
Barbara Osborne, 2nd Semester 09-10

Little Africa
The Dark Knight Batman, 2nd Semester 09-10

Barbara's Room : Thu 13:40-14:25

Music Committee
The Dark Knight Batman, 2nd Semester 09-10

Band Room : Thu 13:40-14:25

Project Nova
Adam Croft, 2nd Semester 09-10

Room 33 and beyond : Wed 13:40-14:25

Queer Group
Debbie Cherniak, 2nd Semester 09-10

Room 35 - Debbie's : Thu 13:25-14:30

Spirit Fest Planning Committee
Sheri Brown, 2nd Semester 09-10

Sheri's room, #46 : Fri 13:25-14:30

Batman's Fight the Power Community Work
The Dark Knight Batman, 2nd Semester 09-10

Room 41 : Mon 13:25-14:30

Get Lost
Adam Croft, 2nd Semester 09-10

Room 33 and beyond

Language Acquisition
Lydia Condrea, 2nd Semester 09-10

r.8

Student Assistant
Joleen Franklin, 2nd Semester 09-10

Varies with student need : Mon/Wed 12:00-13:20

Teacher Assistant
Joleen Franklin, 2nd Semester 09-10

Yearbook
Stefan Gruber, 2nd Semester 09-10

BandT
The Dark Knight Batman, 2nd Semester 09-10

Monster Room 41 : Mon/Wed 14:30-16:00

Ceramics
karen kosoglad, 2nd Semester 09-10

Room 31 Karen : Mon/Wed/Fri 12:00-13:20

Community Ceramics - TU Evenings
karen kosoglad, 2nd Semester 09-10

Room #31 : Tue 19:00-21:00

Drama
Joseph Szwaja, 2nd Semester 09-10

The Auditorium

Graffiti & Art Social Justice Comm
karen kosoglad, 2nd Semester 09-10

Room #31 : Fri 13:25-15:00

Improv Music
Sheri Brown, 2nd Semester 09-10

Cafetorium or Sheri's room : Thu 16:00-17:00

improv Theater
Sheri Brown, 2nd Semester 09-10

Cafetorium : Wed/Thu 14:35-15:55

printmaking ,drawing from life ,with slice of math
karen kosoglad, 2nd Semester 09-10

31- karen kosoglad : Tue/Fri 9:55-11:15

Songwriting
The Dark Knight Batman, 2nd Semester 09-10

The Bandroom : Mon/Wed 12:10-13:35

Studio Art-ART Survey Application
karen kosoglad, 2nd Semester 09-10

Room 31 Karen : Tue/Thu 12:00-13:20

Health
Susan Barth, 2nd Semester 09-10

Room #34 : Tue/Fri 10:00-11:25

Alg AB
Christina Wright, 2nd Semester 09-10

Room 29 W

Algebra for Beginners- Part Two
Christina Wright, 2nd Semester 09-10

Room 29 W

CONSTRUCTIONS
Joleen Franklin, 2nd Semester 09-10

Room 45 : Tue/Fri 14:30-15:55

Essay Workshop
Patty Finnegan, 2nd Semester 09-10

Room 38 / Patty : Mon/Thu 8:30-9:55

Financial Literacy
Christina Wright, 2nd Semester 09-10

Room 29 W

IDP Group
Becky Laird, 2nd Semester 09-10

Room 43 - Becky/Room 29W - Jane : Mon/Thu 10:00-11:25

Personal Relationships
Patty Finnegan, 2nd Semester 09-10

Room 38 / Patty : Mon/Thu 10:00-11:25

Reading / Writing Workshop
Patty Finnegan, 2nd Semester 09-10

Room 38 / Patty : Tue/Thu 12:10-13:35

School-Based Work Experience
Joleen Franklin, 2nd Semester 09-10

Room 45 : Mon 8:30-9:55

Transition 101
Patty Finnegan, 2nd Semester 09-10

Room 38 / Patty : Tue/Fri 8:30-9:55

Transition 101-A
Joleen Franklin, 2nd Semester 09-10

Room 45 : Mon/Thu 9:55-11:15

Transition 102
Christina Wright, 2nd Semester 09-10

29 W

Transition 102
Becky Laird, 2nd Semester 09-10

Room 43 - Becky : Tue/Thu 12:10-13:35

Writer's Cafe
Joleen Franklin, 2nd Semester 09-10

Room 45 : Tue/Fri 8:30-9:55

Creative Writing
Al George, 1st Semester 09-10

Room #27 : Tue/Thu 12:10-13:35

Essay spring 10
Debbie Cherniak, 2nd Semester 09-10

Room 35 - Debbie's Room : Tue/Fri 8:30-9:55

Forty-two
Debbie Cherniak, 2nd Semester 09-10

room 35 - Debbie's Room : Tue/Thu 12:10-13:35

Heroines
Debbie Cherniak, 2nd Semester 09-10

room 35 - Debbie's Room : Tue/Fri 10:00-11:25

Know
The Dark Knight Batman, 2nd Semester 09-10

Monster Room 41 : Mon/Fri 12:10-13:35

Notes from the Underground
The Dark Knight Batman, 2nd Semester 09-10

Moster Room 41 : Mon/Thu 8:30-9:55

Notorious.Outspoken.Villain.Association
Al George, 2nd Semester 09-10

Nova Room 27 Al George : Tue/Thu 12:00-13:20

NovaKnows.com spring 10
Debbie Cherniak, 2nd Semester 09-10

Room 35 - Debbie's Room : Mon/Wed/Fri 12:10-13:35

Poetry
Barbara Osborne, 2nd Semester 09-10

Rm 28 - Barbara's Room : Mon/Wed 12:00-13:20

Seminar on Race
Barbara Osborne, 2nd Semester 09-10

Barbara's room, 28 : Mon/Wed 14:35-15:55

Senior Lit
Barbara Osborne, 2nd Semester 09-10

Barbara's room, room 28 : Tue/Thu 12:00-13:20

The Beauty of Dysfunction - The Films of and Like Wes Anderson
The Dark Knight Batman, 2nd Semester 09-10

Monster Room 41 : Tue/Thu 12:10-13:35

The Crawl to Salvation
Melissa Park, 1st Semester 09-10

Adam's Room - rm 33 : Tue/Thu 10:00-11:25

The Protopress
Melissa Park, 2nd Semester 09-10

Room 33 - with Adam : Tue/Fri 14:30-15:55

Up, Up, and Away
The Dark Knight Batman, 2nd Semester 09-10

Monster Room 41 : Mon/Thu 10:00-11:25

Algebra 2B - 10:00 and 12:00
Doug Mitchell, 2nd Semester 09-10

Room 40 : Tue/Thu 12:10-13:35; Tue/Fri 10:00-11:25

Algebra A
Sheri Brown, 2nd Semester 09-10

Sheri's room, #46

Algebra B
Sheri Brown, 2nd Semester 09-10

Sheri's room, #46 : Mon/Wed/Fri 12:00-13:20

Algebra B
James Johnson, 2nd Semester 09-10

Mr. James Johnson, Room 26 : Tue/Fri 09:55-11:15

Calculus
Adam Croft, 2nd Semester 09-10

Room 33 and Doug's room (Thursday's) : Wed/Thu 10:00-11:25

Financial Intelligence
James Johnson, 2nd Semester 09-10

Room #26 : Tue/Thu 8:30-9:50

Geometry A
James Johnson, 2nd Semester 09-10

Room 26 : Mon/Wed 02:35-03:55

Geometry B
Sheri Brown, 2nd Semester 09-10

Sheri's room, #46 : Mon/Thu/Fri 9:55-11:15

Geometry B
James Johnson, 2nd Semester 09-10

Room 26 : Mon/Wed/Fri 12:00-01:20

Math Gallery 101
Sheri Brown, 2nd Semester 09-10

Sheri's room, #46; occasionally at Karen's also (#43) : Tue/Thu 9:55-11:15

Math Lounge
Sheri Brown, 2nd Semester 09-10

Sheri's room, #46 : Wed 13:25-14:30

Pre-Calculus B
Doug Mitchell, 2nd Semester 09-10

Room 40 : Tue/Fri 14:30-15:55

Animation Induction
Stefan Gruber, 2nd Semester 09-10

Flipbook Room : Tue/Fri 8:30-9:55

Avant Garde Scores for Film
Stefan Gruber, 2nd Semester 09-10

Cafetorium, Flipbook Room, Computer Lab : Tue/Thu 14:30-15:55

Cultivate your Animation powers evermore
Stefan Gruber, 2nd Semester 09-10

Stefan's Flipbook room : Wed 14:30-15:55

Experimental Animation (Advanced)
Stefan Gruber, 2nd Semester 09-10

Flipbook Room, Computer Lab : Tue/Fri 13:40-14:25

Flash Pastures
Stefan Gruber, 2nd Semester 09-10

the computer lab and stefan's : Tue/Fri 02:35-03:55