Class of 2021 Elective Course Preference Survey
For current 10th grade students going into 11th grade - incoming juniors.

Please complete this survey to express your course preferences for the 2019-2020 school year.

Your selection is not guaranteed but taken into great consideration.  Schedules are selected based on availability, class size, grade level pathways, and priority for graduation requirements.

Type in your e-mail below and you will receive an electronic copy of your responses.  Please keep for your records.
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~ Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID) Elective ~
You're halfway done with high school! Time to get serious to make plans for after high school! If you're serious about college,  then, AVID is for you!

Other benefits of being enrolled in the AVID course may include: college field trips, Six Flag AVID night, AVID College Fair, AVID luncheon, etc.  (Requesting AVID does not guarantee enrollment, other student criteria will be examined.)
Are you currently enrolled in AVID? *
If you are a first generation student, please describe if you will be the first in your family to... *
Check all that apply to you.
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Would you like to enroll in the AVID elective course next year? *
Tip: The University of California recognizes students that are enrolled in AVID for two years or more. Having the AVID elective also provides students time and support during the school day to work on their post secondary goals! Take advantage of this elective opportunity!
Have you completed an AVID application for next school year?
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~ Project Lead The Way Elective ~
SVMS offers two Project Lead The Way (PLTW) pathways:

Project Lead the Way (PLTW) Engineering
Introduction to Engineering Design:  Students dig deep into the engineering design process, applying math, science, and engineering standards to hands-on projects. They work both individually and in teams to design solutions to a variety of problems using 3D modeling software, and use an engineering notebook to document their work.

Project Lead the Way (PLTW) Biomedical Sciences
Principles of Biomedical Sciences:  In the introductory course of the PLTW Biomedical Science program, students explore concepts of biology and medicine to determine factors that led to the death of a fictional person. While investigating the case, students examine autopsy reports, investigate medical history, and explore medical treatments that might have prolonged the person’s life. The activities and projects introduce students to human physiology, basic biology, medicine, and research processes while allowing them to design their own experiments to solve problems.
Which Project Lead The Way (PLTW) classes will you have completed by the end of this school year? *
Check all that apply.
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Which Project Lead The Way (PLTW) pathway would you like for next school year? *
Please keep in mind that the higher level PLTW courses have prerequisites and it may be challenging to switch pathways in the future. Also, switching pathways may mean starting at the beginning of the alternate pathway. Graduation requirements take priority over PLTW electives.
If you would like to switch PLTW pathways, provide an explanation here.
Your request may be considered with a detailed explanation and a meeting with your academic counselor.  If this does not apply, you may skip this question.
~ Advanced Placement Courses ~
Advance Placement (AP) courses can help you get ahead in college and broaden your college and career choices.  AP classes are year long college level courses taught at a high school.  College credit may be granted if students pass the AP subject exam at the end of the school year. With AP, you can dig deeper into the subjects you love, learn how things really work, explore new ideas, and set bigger goals for yourself.

Tip: Students can earn the AP+ PLTW Recognition by taking multiple AP and PLTW courses!

REMINDER: Responding with "YES" below is expressing a very high interest in the course but does not actually enroll you into the class for next year.  All prospective students are required to attend AP Info Night in May to learn more about each course before they submit an AP student contract.
Do you have a strong interest in enrolling in AP Chemistry next year? *
Learn about the fundamental concepts of chemistry such as structure and states of matter, inter molecular forces, reactions, and how to use chemical calculations to solve problems. Recommended prerequisites:  Earned a B or higher in AP Biology or Chemistry, and science teacher recommendation.
Do you have a strong interest in enrolling in AP English Language & Composition next year? *
Learn about the elements that define effective argument and composition through the critical analysis and interpretation of complex texts. Recommended prerequisites:  Earned a B or better in English, and an English teacher recommendation.
Do you have a strong interest in enrolling in AP United States History next year? *
Learn about the developments that have shaped U.S. history though the critical analysis of historical events and materials.  Recommended prerequisites: Earned a B or higher in World History, and a teacher recommendation.
The next few questions are for survey purposes only to assess student interest in new AP courses.
SURVEY: What is your level of interest level in enrolling into AP Psychology next school year? *
AP Psychology Course Description: This course introduces students to the systematic and scientific study of human behavior and mental processes. While considering the psychologists and studies that have shaped the field, students explore and apply psychological theories, key concepts, and phenomena associated with such topics as the biological bases of behavior, sensation and perception, learning and cognition, motivation, developmental psychology, testing and individual differences, treatment of abnormal behavior, and social psychology.
SURVEY: What is your level of interest level in enrolling into AP Art History next school year? *
AP Art History Course Description: Explore major forms of artistic expression including architecture, sculpture, painting and other media from across a variety of cultures. Learn about the purpose and function of art as you develop your ability to articulate visual and art historical concepts in verbal and written form.
SURVEY: If you have a strong interest in AP Psychology or AP Art History, which course would you prefer? *
If you are not interested in either, you can skip this question.
SURVEY: Would you be interested in completing an AP Studio Art portfolio with the art teacher next year? *
If you are not interested, you can skip this question.  AP Studio Art Course Description: Develop technical skills and familiarize yourself with the functions of visual elements as you create an individual portfolio of work for evaluation at the end of the course. Mark all that apply.
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~ Visual and Performing Arts (VAPA) Elective ~
REMEMBER! The A-G high school graduation requirements and college admission requirements include:
 - 1 year of a Visual and Performing Arts (VAPA) course, and
If you have not taken a Visual and Performing Arts (VAPA) class, which would you be interested in taking? *
If you are interested in taking an additional VAPA course, please select one of the following: *
You cannot take a course again if you already completed the course with a "C" or higher.
~ Language Other Than English (LOTE) Elective ~
REMEMBER! The A-G high school graduation requirements and college admission requirements include:
 - 2 years (minimum) of a Language Other Than English (LOTE) course.
Which level of Spanish are you currently taking? *
To enroll you in the proper level of foreign language, please select one: *
Do you have a strong interest in enrolling in AP Spanish Language next year? *
This course emphasizes communication by applying the interpersonal, interpretive, and presentational modes of communication in real-life situations. Prerequisites: Complete Spanish 2 OR Spanish Speakers 1 with a B or better, and/or a teacher recommendation.
~ Math Course Placement ~
The A-G requirement for math is 3 years minimum: Algebra I, Geometry, and Algebra II.  As a magnet STEAM school,  every effort is made for students to be enrolled in four years of math as recommended by the district, colleges, and universities.
By the end of this school year, I have successfully passed the following math courses: *
The FINAL grade for each course must be a "C" or better for college A-G admission requirements, or a "D" or better for the minimum requirement for high school graduation.
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If you’ve completed the MINIMUM math requirement (Algebra 1, Geometry, and Algebra II), then you are HIGHLY RECOMMENDED to enroll in an advanced math course.  Please select your preference. *
Students currently enrolled in Honors Advanced Math AB should continue with the AP Calculus pathway.
~ Extra Curricular Activities & Other Course Options~
Please answer the following questions about your extra curricular activities and more.
Are you planning on applying for leadership next year? *
Are you interested in becoming a peer mentor and mentoring middle school students?
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If you’re on track to graduate, you may be eligible to enroll into Work Study course or Concurrent Enrollment College Course course.  If you are interested in these opportunities, please select below. *
Which SVMS sports teams do you plan on participating in next school year? *
Check all that apply. Remember, student athletics must maintain a 2.0 GPA and stay on track to graduate!
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Which courses do you need to for credit recovery? *
Please note if the course is for high school graduation requirements (need a D or higher) or for college eligibility requirements (need a C or higher). If you do not need any credit recovery classes, type in NONE.
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