Renaissance High School

Course Title

Description 

Credits available in:

Advisory (ADV 100)

Advisory is the daily check in spot  at school.  It's where students track grades and credits set goals, get help with assignments, and build good habits.  They  also learn useful life and career skills.  Advisory is designed to keep students organized, supported, and on track to graduate.  In addition emphasis is placed on improving reading literacy, and college and career readiness.

Elective 

Ag Plant & Soil Biology 1 (CTE 176)

This plant biology course and CTE pathway provides students with an understanding of the fundamental processes and science behind Earth’s cycles and growing plants. Representative topics include the anatomy and genetics of plants, crop production, plant pests and diseases, earth systems, biomes, climate change, STEM careers in plant and soil science. 

Biological Science or General Science and Career Technical Education

Ag Plant & Soil Science 2 (CTE 177) 

This plant biology course and CTE pathway provides students with an understanding of the fundamental processes and science behind Earth’s cycles and growing plants. Representative topics include the anatomy and genetics of plants, crop production, plant pests and diseases, earth systems, biomes, climate change, STEM careers in plant and soil science. 

Physical Science or General Science and Career Technical Education

Art 1 (VAP 100)

This course introduces students to a variety of artistic media, techniques, and concepts while fostering creative expression, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills. Students will develop technical skills, explore personal themes in their work, and learn how art connects to the world around them.

Visual and Performing Arts, Elective

Directed Studies

This is a SAI(Specialized Academic Instruction) class for Resource Students to support credit recovery and give support in general education classes per IEP.

Elective

Economic

SST400

This high school Economics course emphasizes real-world personal finance while fully aligning with California state standards. Students explore essential topics such as careers, budgeting, saving, credit, investments, spending, taxes, and insurance. Core economic concepts like opportunity cost and supply and demand are woven throughout the curriculum to build strong decision-making skills. By the end of the course, students will be prepared to make informed financial choices in their daily lives and future careers.

Economics

English 1

ENG100

This course will focus on communication skills needed for success in the 21st century. Reading, writing and speaking skills will be linked to various sources of literature such as short stories, poetry, speeches, historical texts, and current events/news topics.

 

English 1

English 2

ENG200

This course will build on the skills developed in English 1 with an emphasis on communication skills needed for success in the 21st century. Reading, writing and speaking skills will be linked to various sources of literature such as short stories, poetry, speeches, historical texts, and current events/news topics.

 

English 2

English 3

ENG300

The goal  of the course is to encourage students to grow as readers, writers and thinkers. They will be asked to learn and review vocabulary and grammar.  They will be asked to read and respond to a variety of writing consisting of  poetry, short stories, non fiction, and novels.  Students shall be asked to express their understanding of materials and  their agreement or disagreement. This will be accomplished in line with the California Language Arts Standards

English 3

English ENG400

The goal  of the course is to encourage students to grow as readers, writers and thinkers. They will be asked to learn and review vocabulary and grammar.  They will be asked to read and respond to a variety of writing consisting of  poetry, short stories, non fiction, novels  and occasionally plays.  Students shall be asked to express their understanding of materials, their agreement or disagreement, as well as their deeper perceptions during this course.  This will be accomplished in line with the California Language Arts Standards.

English 4

General Elective

This course is designed to allow class time for students to work on their Edgenuity classes (especially Spanish) to make up credits.Open to all.

Elective

Government

SST300

This high school Government course examines politics in our modern age while aligning with California state standards. Students explore the structure and functions of government, the Constitution, political parties, elections, and the role of media in shaping public opinion. Contemporary political issues and civic engagement are emphasized to help students understand how government impacts their daily lives. By the end of the course, students will be equipped to think critically, participate responsibly, and navigate today’s political landscape.

Government

Graphic Design 1 

CTE202

Students will learn in a digital environment developing competency in Adobe Creative Cloud software (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, Express) on MacOS-based computers. Students will be concepting, sketching, designing, reading, writing and researching to learn the history and evolutions of graphic design and how it related to real-world scenarios.

Career Technical Education, Visual and Performing Arts, Elective

Graphic Design 2

CTE203

Using the creative tools and digital software learned in GD1 to solve “real-world” creative solutions related to marketing, advertising and social media. Students learn production techniques, and apply these skills in both print and digital media. Such mediums include magazine, newspaper and social media applications.

Career Technical Education, Visual and Performing Arts, Elective

Health and Human Biology (SCI100)

The course is designed around California Health Education Standards and focuses on the physical, mental, and emotional aspects of health and well-being. Students will actively participate in discussions and lessons about health topics relevant to teens and the broader community.

General Science 

Math 1

MAT 100

The fundamental purpose of the Mathematics I course is to formalize and extend the mathematics that students learned in the middle grades. This course includes standards from the conceptual categories of Number and Quantity, Algebra, Functions, Geometry, and Statistics and Probability. The scope of Mathematics I is limited to linear and exponential expressions and functions as well as some work with absolute value, step, and functions that are piecewise-defined. 

Math 1

Math 2

 MAT200

The purpose of the Mathematics II course is to focus on quadratic expressions, equations, and functions; comparing their characteristics and behavior to those of linear and exponential relationships from Mathematics I. This course includes standards from the conceptual categories of Number and Quantity, Algebra, Functions, Geometry, and Statistics and Probability. The scope of Mathematics II is limited to quadratic expressions and functions, and some work with absolute value, step, and functions that are piecewise-defined. For the Mathematics II course, instructional time focuses on five critical areas: (1) extend the laws of exponents to rational exponents; (2) compare key characteristics of quadratic functions with those of linear and exponential functions; (3) create and solve equations and inequalities involving linear, exponential, and quadratic expressions; (4) extend work with probability; and (5) establish criteria for similarity of triangles based on dilations and proportional reasoning.

Math 2

Math 3

MAT300

This course meets the college entrance requirements for a third year of college preparatory mathematics. Students will gain experience with algebraic solutions in various concept areas, including the solutions of systems of linear equations, quadratic equations, solutions for logarithmic and exponential functions, polynomial and rational functions and solutions involving the complex number system. An investigation of trigonometric ratios,functions,graphs,identities and equations will take place in this course.

Math 3

Media Arts and Production 1 

CTE 760

This introductory course is designed to equip students with the fundamental skills and creative mindset necessary to produce compelling media in the 21st century. Through a project-based approach, students explore three core media platforms: video, audio (podcasts), and web-based content. The course covers the technical aspects of each

medium, including software and equipment usage, as well as the artistic principles of storytelling, visual design, and audience engagement. Students use Adobe Creative Cloud to aid their projects.

Career Technical Education, Visual and Performing Arts, Elective

Media Arts and Production 2

CTE 761

This course continues along the same pathway that was started in MAP1. Students get more autonomy to create their projects and dive further into Adobe CC, and their portfolio is developed to allow them to pursue opportunities beyond high school. They get opportunities to enter contests and film festivals, as well.

Career Technical Education, Visual and Performing Arts, Elective

Physical Education 1 and 2

PED100/200

Physical Education course focuses on developing a healthy, active lifestyle through participation in a variety of sports, fitness activities, and games. A major component involves understanding the principles of health-related fitness to promote physical well-being and lifelong activity.

Physical Education 1/2

Spanish 1

LOE 100

Spanish 1 focuses on language development and the diverse cultures of the Spanish-speaking world.  This course uses thematic units as a means of 

developing foundational skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing in 

Spanish along with using Spanish in everyday situations. 

        

Language Other Than English

United States History

SST 200

This course will cover the most relevant history events in United States history. This course will link major events and themes through conflicts, inventions, social movements, and current events. Throughout this course students will be exposed to the ways in which the United States has been shaped through various political, economic, and cultural forces. The goal is to make these historical events relevant to students’ lives.

US History

World History Ethnic Studies

SST 150

World History Ethnic Studies analyzes world history from 1700 - present and focuses on systems of power, how they were created, and how they impact the world, students’ local communities, and individual identities.  This course explores the social, political, geographical and economic factors that have transformed governments, societies and cultures around the world. This class aims to develop respect and empathy for individuals and groups of people locally, nationally, and globally while understanding the roots of modern power structures and fostering active social engagement. 

World History/Ethnic Studies