Summer School 2023-24
open registration IN myDSD: april 10 - june 4, 2023
june 4 - July 5, 2023:
see "registration instructions" below
for information on how to sign up
last day to add classes: july 5, 2023
davis connect summer school fees:
Initial summer school fees will be assessed and payable in mydsd on june 14 and must be paid by june 21.
classes added after june 14 will be assessed fees in mydsd 48 business hours after the class is added to the student's schedule and must be paid within one week of being assessed.
for more information see "summer school tuition fees" below.
Join us at Davis Connect for Summer School 2023-24!
- Summer School Important Dates
- Available Summer Courses
- Grade Forgiveness
- Registration Instructions
- Summer School Tuition Fees
- Dropping Summer Courses
- Adding Summer Courses - Until July 5
- 7th-8th Grade Core Course Review
- Frequently Asked Questions
Summer School Important Dates
- APRIL 10 - Summer School Course Request System OPENS in student's myDSD
- JUNE 4 - Summer School Course Request System CLOSES in student's myDSD - after this date, follow the instructions for "Adding Summer Courses" below
- JUNE 7 - Summer School BEGINS - Students can login to the Canvas account and view courses. Students will work at their own pace to complete requirements.
- JUNE 14 - Summer School Fees Assessed in myDSD - $35 per term course for DSD students or $45 for non-DSD students (For more information, see "Summer School Tuition Fees")
- JUNE 21 - Summer School Fee Deadline - Courses not paid for by June 21 will be dropped. (For more information, see "Summer School Tuition Fees")
- JULY 5 - Last day to add new courses
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AUGUST 2 - Summer School ENDS (NOTE: NO EXTENSIONS will be given). Classes that are not at a passing grade will be dropped from the student’s schedule after that date and will not show up on the student’s transcript).
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AUGUST 7 - Summer School Grades Posted
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AFTER AUGUST 7 - Failing Classes Dropped from Student’s Schedule/Transcript
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AFTER AUGUST 7 - Honors Designations Made on Transcripts
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AFTER AUGUST 7 - Release of Transcripts for Charter or Private School Students
Available Summer Courses
Students register for courses in their myDSD by selecting which courses they want to be enrolled in. Students may choose up to FOUR term courses in two subjects at a time.
A LA CARTE (ALC) – this is an independent study online course, where students work independently with no live sessions, but the student can email the teacher with questions. These courses are term courses, where students can earn .25 credits per course. If a student is looking to get a full year of credit (1.0) for a course, the student should sign up for all 4 terms (T1, T2, T3 and T4) of a yearlong course, or to get a full semester of credit (.5) for both terms (T1 and T2) of a semester course.
NOTE: To sign up for HONORS CREDIT for core classes, the student will sign up for the regular core (English, Math, Science, Social Studies) ALC class and request from the teacher to be assigned the Honors module. Students who complete the Honors module for the class and fulfill the Honors requirements, will have a change of designation to Honors made on their transcript.
A La Carte Courses - Summer 2023
- Language Arts
- Mathematics
- Science
- Social Studies
- Physical Education
- General Financial Literacy
- Health
- Fine Arts / Music
- Career & Technical Education
- Electives
Language Arts
| Course # | Course Name | Term | Type | Open for Grade(s) | Credit Area |
| 4000 | ENGLISH 7 | 1,2,3,4 | ALC/HONORS | 7 | English |
| 4030 | ENGLISH 8 | 1,2,3,4 | ALC/HONORS | 8 | English |
| 4055 | ENGLISH 9 | 1,2,3,4 | ALC/HONORS/CR | 9 | English |
| 4080 | ENGLISH 10 | 1,2,3,4 | ALC/HONORS/CR | 10 | English |
| 4100 | ENGLISH 11 | 1,2,3,4 | ALC/HONORS/CR | 11 | English |
| 4150 | ENGLISH 12 | 1,2,3,4 | ALC/CR | 12 | English |
- English 7
- Honors English 7 *
- English 8
- Honors English 8 *
- English 9
- Honors English 9 *
- English 10
- Honors English 10 *
- English 11
- Honors English 11 *
- English 12
English 7
Course Number: 4000
Grades: 7
Length: Full Year
State core skills in reading, writing, and oral language. The class includes spelling, research, vocabulary, grammar usage and mechanics. Reading emphasis is on literal and interpretive skills, making inferences, drawing conclusions, and summarizing. Outside reading is required.
Honors English 7 *
Course Number: 4005
Grades: 7
Length: Full Year
State core skills in reading, writing, and oral language. The class includes spelling, research, vocabulary, grammar usage and mechanics. Reading emphasis is on literal and interpretive skills, making inferences, drawing conclusions, and summarizing. Outside reading is required. The honors section will include all of the standard course information, as well as an additional honors component, which will take students to a deeper understanding and additional topics.
English 8
Course Number: 4030
Grades: 8
Length: Full Year
State core skills in reading, writing, listening, viewing, speaking, and presenting will be developed as part of a study of and continues the development of skills previously taught in 7th grade. Emphasis is placed on meeting the State Core for language arts through literature, informational text, vocabulary, research skills, listening, writing, and speaking. Outside reading is required.
Honors English 8 *
Course Number: 4035
Grades: 8
Length: Full Year
State core skills in reading, writing, listening, viewing, speaking, and presenting will be developed as part of a study of and continues the development of skills previously taught in 7th grade. Emphasis is placed on meeting the State Core for language arts through literature, informational text, vocabulary, research skills, listening, writing, and speaking. Outside reading is required. The honors section will include all the standard course information, as well as an additional honors component, which will take students to a deeper understanding and additional topics.
English 9
Course Number: 4055
Grades: 9
Length: Full Year
State core skills in reading, writing, listening, viewing, speaking, and presenting will be developed as part of a study of and emphasis is on reading, writing, and oral language. The class includes vocabulary, research, grammar usage and mechanics. Reading emphasis is on literal and interpretive skills, making inferences, drawing conclusions, and summarizing, with special attention to classics and challenging literary and informational text. Outside reading is required. The honors section will include all the standard course information, as well as an additional honors component, which will take students to a deeper understanding and additional topics.
Honors English 9 *
Course Number: 4060
Grades: 9
Length: Full Year
State core skills in reading, writing, listening, viewing, speaking, and presenting will be developed as part of a study of and emphasis is on reading, writing, and oral language. The class includes vocabulary, research, grammar usage and mechanics. Reading emphasis is on literal and interpretive skills, making inferences, drawing conclusions, and summarizing, with special attention to classics and challenging literary and informational text. Outside reading is required. The honors section will include all the standard course information, as well as an additional honors component, which will take students to a deeper understanding and additional topics.
English 10
Course Number: 4080
Grades: 10
Length: Full Year
State core skills in reading, writing, listening, viewing, speaking, discussion and presenting will be developed as part of a study of world literature. This includes research, a variety of writing genres, study and test taking skills, and features both classic and contemporary world authors, including short stories and novels. Skills such as explanation of evidence, development, contributing to evidence-based discussions, argumentative claim, selection of evidence, and theme will be reviewed extensively.
Honors English 10 *
Course Number: 4085
Grades: 10
Length: Full Year
State core skills in reading, writing, listening, viewing, speaking, discussion and presenting will be developed as part of a study of world literature. This includes research, a variety of writing genres, study and test taking skills, and features both classic and contemporary world authors, including short stories and novels. Skills such as explanation of evidence, development, contributing to evidence-based discussions, argumentative claim, selection of evidence, and theme will be reviewed extensively. The honors section will include all the standard course information, as well as an additional honors component, which will take students to a deeper understanding and additional topics.
English 11
Course Number: 4100
Grades: 11
Length: Full Year
State core skills in reading, writing, listening, viewing, speaking, and presenting will be developed as part of a study of American literature. This includes vocabulary, research, a variety of writing genres, study and test taking skills, and features both classic and contemporary world authors. A variety of literature will be studied including poetry, short stories, and novels. Skills such as explanation of evidence, development, contributing to evidence-based discussions, argumentative claim, selection of evidence, and theme will be reviewed extensively.
Honors English 11 *
Course Number: 4105
Grades: 11
Length: Full Year
State core skills in reading, writing, listening, viewing, speaking, and presenting will be developed as part of a study of American literature. This includes vocabulary, research, a variety of writing genres, study and test taking skills, and features both classic and contemporary world authors. A variety of literature will be studied including poetry, short stories, and novels. Skills such as explanation of evidence, development, contributing to evidence-based discussions, argumentative claim, selection of evidence, and theme will be reviewed extensively. The honors section will include all the standard course information, as well as an additional honors component, which will take students to a deeper understanding and additional topics.
English 12
Course Number: 4150
Grades: 12
Length: Full Year
State core skills in reading, writing, listening, viewing, speaking, and presenting will be developed as part of a study of classic and contemporary world authors. This includes research, a variety of writing genres, study and test taking skills. Literature genres such as poetry, short stories, drama, and novels will be featured. Focus will be on college and career readiness in all areas related to analytically reading and writing. Skills such as explanation of evidence, development, contributing to evidence-based discussions, argumentative claim, selection of evidence, and theme will be reviewed extensively.
* All core classes (English, Math, Science, Social Studies) grades 7-11 have an Honors module available for students who want to earn the Honors designation on their transcript. Students in these courses should inform teachers they would like to have the Honors module opened to them. Students who complete the Honors module and requirements will be awarded the Honors designation after 2nd term for 1st semester and after 4th term for 2nd semester.
Mathematics
| Course # | Course Name | Term | Type | Open for Grade(s) | Credit Area |
| 5000 | MATH 7 | 1,2,3,4 | ALC/HONORS | 7 | Math |
| 5100 | MATH 8 | 1,2,3,4 | ALC/HONORS | 8 | Math |
| 5200 | SECONDARY MATH 1 | 1,2,3,4 | ALC/HONORS/CR | 8-11 | Math |
| 5300 | SECONDARY MATH 2 | 1,2,3,4 | ALC/HONORS/CR | 9-12 | Math |
| 5400 | SECONDARY MATH 3 | 1,2,3,4 | ALC/HONORS/CR | 9-12 | Math |
| 5830 | MATH FOR LIFE | 1,2,3,4 | ALC/CR | 11-12 | Math |
- Math 7
- Honors Math 7 *
- Math 8
- Honors Math 8 *
- Secondary Math 1
- Honors Secondary Math 1 *
- Secondary Math 2
- Honors Secondary Math 2 *
- Secondary Math 3
- Honors Secondary Math 3 *
- Mathematical Decision Making for Life
Math 7
Course Number: 5000
Grades: 7
Length: Full Year
The instruction will focus on four critical areas: (1) developing understanding of and applying proportional relationships; (2) developing understanding of operations with rational numbers and working with expressions and linear equations; (3) solving problems involving scale-drawings and informal geometric constructions and working with two- and three-dimensional shapes to solve problems involving area, surface area, and volume; and (4) drawing inferences about populations based on samples.
Honors Math 7 *
Course Number: 5005
Grades: 7
Length: Full Year
The instruction will focus on four critical areas: (1) developing understanding of and applying proportional relationships; (2) developing understanding of operations with rational numbers and working with expressions and linear equations; (3) solving problems involving scale-drawings and informal geometric constructions and working with two- and three-dimensional shapes to solve problems involving area, surface area, and volume; and (4) drawing inferences about populations based on samples. The honors section will include all the standard course information, as well as an additional honors component, which will take students to a deeper understanding and additional topics.
Math 8
Course Number: 5100
Grades: 8
Length: Full Year
The instruction will focus on three critical areas: (1) formulating and reasoning about expressions and equations, including modeling an association in bivariate data with a linear equation, and solving linear equations and systems of linear equations; (2) grasping the concept of a function and using functions to describe quantitative relationships; (3) analyzing two- and three-dimensional space and figures using distance, angle, similarity, and congruence, and understanding and applying the Pythagorean Theorem.
Honors Math 8 *
Course Number: 5105
Grades: 8
Length: Full Year
The instruction will focus on three critical areas: (1) formulating and reasoning about expressions and equations, including modeling an association in bivariate data with a linear equation, and solving linear equations and systems of linear equations; (2) grasping the concept of a function and using functions to describe quantitative relationships; (3) analyzing two- and three-dimensional space and figures using distance, angle, similarity, and congruence, and understanding and applying the Pythagorean Theorem. The honors section will include all of the standard course information, as well as an additional honors component, which will take students to a deeper understanding and additional topics.
Secondary Math 1
Course Number: 5200
Grades: 9
Length: Full Year
The course will focus on developing a solid understanding of function and use that understanding to explore many examples of functions, including sequences. It will deepen and extend understanding of linear relationships and connect that understanding to exponential functions. It will build on prior experiences with data to develop formal methods of data analysis. Students will use properties and theorems involving congruent figures to deepen and extend understanding of geometric knowledge. Algebraic and geometric ideas will be tied together.
Honors Secondary Math 1 *
Course Number: 5205
Grades: 9
Length: Full Year
The course will focus on developing a solid understanding of function and use that understanding to explore many examples of functions, including sequences. It will deepen and extend understanding of linear relationships and connect that understanding to exponential functions. It will build on prior experiences with data to develop formal methods of data analysis. Students will use properties and theorems involving congruent figures to deepen and extend understanding of geometric knowledge. Algebraic and geometric ideas will be tied together. The honors section will include all of the standard course information, as well as an additional honors component, which will take students to a deeper understanding and additional topics.
Secondary Math 2
Course Number: 5300
Grades: 10
Length: Full Year
This course is the primary course for preparing students for the ACT and other college entrance exams. This course covers many topics in geometry and algebra. This course is the first course introducing trigonometry which is essential for any further mathematics classes. Graphing Calculators are required for this course and will be necessary for the rest of the student’s math classes in high school. We recommend a TI-84+ edition.
Honors Secondary Math 2 *
Course Number: 5305
Grades: 10
Length: Full Year
This course is the primary course for preparing students for the ACT and other college entrance exams. This course covers many topics in geometry and algebra. This course is the first course introducing trigonometry which is essential for any further mathematics classes. Graphing Calculators are required for this course and will be necessary for the rest of the student’s math classes in high school. We recommend a TI-84+ edition. The honors section will include all the standard course information, as well as an additional honors component, which will take students to a deeper understanding and additional topics.
Secondary Math 3
Course Number: 5400
Grades: 11
Length: Full Year
Secondary Math III is necessary for graduation. This course is the primary course for preparing students for the ACT and other college entrance exams. This course covers many topics in advanced algebra, trigonometry, probability, and statistics. This course is the first course introducing trigonometry which is essential for any further mathematics classes. Graphing Calculators for this course and will be necessary for the rest of the student’s math classes in high school. We recommend a TI-84+ edition.
Honors Secondary Math 3 *
Course Number: 5405
Grades: 11
Length: Full Year
Secondary Math III is necessary for graduation. This course is the primary course for preparing students for the ACT and other college entrance exams. This course covers many topics in advanced algebra, trigonometry, probability, and statistics. This course is the first course introducing trigonometry which is essential for any further mathematics classes. Graphing Calculators for this course and will be necessary for the rest of the student’s math classes in high school. We recommend a TI-84+ edition. The honors section will include all the standard course information, as well as an additional honors component, which will take students to a deeper understanding and additional topics.
Mathematical Decision Making for Life
Course Number: 5830
Grades: 11-12
Length: Full Year
Mathematical Decision Making is a four-term course that includes mathematical decision making in finance, modeling, probability and statistics, and making choices. The four terms of instruction are independent of each other. Students will make sense of authentic problems and persevere in solving them. They will reason abstractly and quantitatively while communicating mathematics to others. Students will use appropriate tools, including technology, to model mathematics. Students will use structure and regularity of reasoning to describe mathematical situations and solve problems.
* All core classes (English, Math, Science, Social Studies) grades 7-11 have an Honors module available for students who want to earn the Honors designation on their transcript. Students in these courses should inform teachers they would like to have the Honors module opened to them. Students who complete the Honors module and requirements will be awarded the Honors designation after 2nd term for 1st semester and after 4th term for 2nd semester.
Science
| Course # | Course Name | Term | Type | Open for Grade(s) | Credit Area | |
| 6000 | INTGR SCIENCE 7 | 1,2,3,4 | ALC/HONORS | 7 | Science | |
| 6100 | INTG SCIENCE 8 | 1,2,3,4 | ALC/HONORS | 8 | Science | |
| 6200 | BIOLOGY | 1,2,3,4 | ALC/HONORS/CR | 9-12 | Science | |
| 6262 | ZOOLOGY | 1,2 | ALC | 10-12 | Science | |
| 6300 | EARTH SCIENCE | 1,2,3,4 | ALC/HONORS/CR | 9-12 | Science | |
| 6400 | CHEMISTRY | 1,2,3,4 | ALC/HONORS/CR | 9-12 | Science | |
| 6500 | PHYSICS | 1,2,3,4 | ALC/HONORS/CR | 9-12 | Science |
- Integrated Science 7
- Honors Integrated Science 7 *
- Integrated Science 8
- Honors Integrated Science 8 *
- Biology
- Honors Biology *
- Zoology
- Earth Science
- Honors Earth Science *
- Chemistry
- Honors Chemistry *
- Physics
- Honors Physics *
Integrated Science 7
Course Number: 6000
Grades: 7
Length: Full Year
Integrated Science 7 conforms to the State Science Core Curriculum. The focus of this course is the theme of structure. While the course has an emphasis on life science, physical and earth science topics (which deal with structure) are included to help the students recognize the integrated nature of science. Topics include structure of matter, structure of organisms and classifications of living and non-living things.
Honors Integrated Science 7 *
Course Number: 6001
Grades: 7
Length: Full Year
Integrated Science 7 conforms to the State Science Core Curriculum. The focus of this course is the theme of structure. While the course has an emphasis on life science, physical and earth science topics (which deal with structure) are included to help the students recognize the integrated nature of science. Topics include structure of matter, structure of organisms and classifications of living and non-living things. The honors section will include all of the standard course information, as well as an additional honors component, which will take students to a deeper understanding and additional topics.
Integrated Science 8
Course Number: 6100
Grades: 8
Length: Full Year
Integrated Science 8 conforms to the State Science Core Curriculum. The focus of this course is the theme of change. While primarily a physical science course, earth and life science are integrated as they apply to the theme so that the student can learn the integrated nature of science. Topics include chemical and physical change and change in energy, force and motion. Emphasis will be given to helping students make the connection between science and their daily lives.
Honors Integrated Science 8 *
Course Number: 6101
Grades: 8
Length: Full Year
Integrated Science 8 conforms to the State Science Core Curriculum. The focus of this course is the theme of change. While primarily a physical science course, earth and life science are integrated as they apply to the theme so that the student can learn the integrated nature of science. Topics include chemical and physical change and change in energy, force and motion. Emphasis will be given to helping students make the connection between science and their daily lives. Topics include chemical and physical change and change in energy, force and motion. Emphasis will be given to helping students make the connection between science and their daily lives. The honors section will include all of the standard course information, as well as an additional honors component, which will take students to a deeper understanding and additional topics.
Biology
Course Number: 6200
Grades: 9-12
Length: Full Year
This course exposes students to a wide range of biological science topics in ecology, heredity and genetics, cellular biology, diversity of life, and evolution. Biology is the study of life! This course is a fantastic way to learn about the living world which surrounds us every day.
Honors Biology *
Course Number: 6205
Grades: 9-12
Length: Full Year
This course exposes students to a wide range of biological science topics in ecology, heredity and genetics, cellular biology, diversity of life, and evolution. Biology is the study of life! This course is a fantastic way to learn about the living world which surrounds us every day. The honors section will include all of the standard course information, as well as an additional honors component, which will take students to a deeper understanding and additional topics.
Zoology
Course Number: 6262
Grades: 10-12
Length: Semester
Zoology is a course that will survey the nine major phyla of the kingdom Animalia. Zoology is the study of animal life. Zoologists research everything they think to ask about animals, including their anatomy and interrelationships, their physiology and genetics and their distributions and habitats.
Earth Science
Course Number: 6300
Grades: 9-12
Length: Full Year
Earth Science is a course designed to focus on our planet and all the systems that affect it. Earth Science is an integrated course which incorporates space and earth related concepts and topics. The five main themes are: 1) Earth, Solar Systems, and Galaxies, 2) Earth’s Atmospheric Processes, 3) The Hydrosphere, 4) Earth’s Internal Structures & Tectonic Plates, 5) Earth Science and its impact on Society.
Honors Earth Science *
Course Number: 6301
Grades: 9-12
Length: Full Year
Earth Science is a course designed to focus on our planet and all the systems that affect it. Earth Science is an integrated course which incorporates space and earth related concepts and topics. The five main themes are: 1) Earth, Solar Systems, and Galaxies, 2) Earth’s Atmospheric Processes, 3) The Hydrosphere, 4) Earth’s Internal Structures & Tectonic Plates, 5) Earth Science and its impact on Society. The honors section will include all the standard course information, as well as an additional honors component, which will take students to a deeper understanding and additional topics.
Chemistry
Course Number: 6400
Grades: 9-12
Length: Full Year
Chemistry is an exciting field, and a wonderful way to learn basic science concepts. This is an introductory course that studies atoms, their structure, and interactions. Applications of chemistry to real life will be presented throughout the year. Concepts presented in class will be reinforced through laboratory work.
Honors Chemistry *
Course Number: 6401
Grades: 9-12
Length: Full Year
Chemistry is an exciting field, and a wonderful way to learn basic science concepts. This is an introductory course that studies atoms, their structure, and interactions. Applications of chemistry to real life will be presented throughout the year. Concepts presented in class will be reinforced through laboratory work. The honors section will include all of the standard course information, as well as an additional honors component, which will take students to a deeper understanding and additional topics.
Physics
Course Number: 6500
Grades: 10-12
Length: Full Year
Physics is the study of how the universe works. This class looks at how and why things move the way they do, gravity, electricity, magnetism and waves using a framework of energy and Newton's Laws. This course is designed for those planning on attending college in a field other than medical, engineering or science. Physics will empower you to understand how the things you observe and use every day work.
Honors Physics *
Course Number: 6501
Grades: 10-12
Length: Full Year
Physics is the study of how the universe works. This class looks at how and why things move the way they do, gravity, electricity, magnetism and waves using a framework of energy and Newton's Laws. This course is designed for those planning on attending college in a field other than medical, engineering or science. Physics will empower you to understand how the things you observe and use every day work. The honors section will include all the standard course information, as well as an additional honors component, which will take students to a deeper understanding and additional topics.
* All core classes (English, Math, Science, Social Studies) grades 7-11 have an Honors module available for students who want to earn the Honors designation on their transcript. Students in these courses should inform teachers they would like to have the Honors module opened to them. Students who complete the Honors module and requirements will be awarded the Honors designation after 2nd term for 1st semester and after 4th term for 2nd semester.
Social Studies
| Course # | Course Name | Term | Type | Open for Grade(s) | Credit Area |
| 4500 | UTAH STUDIES | 1,2 | ALC/HONORS | 7 | Social Studies |
| 4510 | US HISTORY 1 | 1,2,3,4 | ALC/HONORS | 8 | Social Studies |
| 4520 | GEOGRAPHY 1 | 1,2 | ALC/HONORS/CR | 9-12 | Social Studies |
| 4525 | GEOGRAPHY 2 | 3,4 | ALC/HONORS/CR | 9-12 | Social Studies |
| 4540 | WORLD HISTORY | 1,2,3,4 | ALC/ HONORS/CR | 9-12 | Social Studies |
| 4550 | US HISTORY 2 | 1,2,3,4 | ALC/ HONORS/CR | 9-12 | Social Studies |
| 4560 | US GOVERNMENT & CITIZENSHIP | 1,2 | ALC /CR | 10-12 | Social Studies |
- Utah Studies
- Honors Utah Studies *
- US History 1
- Honors US History 1 *
- Geography 1 & 2
- Honors World Geography *
- World History
- Honors World History *
- US History 2
- Honors US History 2 *
- United States Government and Citizenship
Utah Studies
Course Number: 4500
Grades: 7
Length: Semester
Curricular content consists of key themes and concepts drawn from the social sciences of geography, history, economics, and government. Each of the concepts is explored using Utah-specific examples, or Utah Studies. Literacy, historical thinking, and spatial skills are developed through the study of the concepts in the abstract and real-world Utah examples.
Honors Utah Studies *
Course Number: 4504
Grades: 7
Length: Semester
Curricular content consists of key themes and concepts drawn from the social sciences of geography, history, economics, and government. Each of the concepts is explored using Utah-specific examples, or Utah Studies. Literacy, historical thinking, and spatial skills are developed through the study of the concepts in the abstract and real-world Utah examples. The honors section will include all the standard course information, as well as an additional honors component, which will take students to a deeper understanding and additional topics.
US History 1
Honors US History 1 *
Course Number: 4514
Grades: 8
Length: Full Year
US History includes a study of the development of the United States as a strong and free nation. The course traces our nation’s history from colonization to the present day with a heavy emphasis on the nineteenth century. The honors section will include all the standard course information, as well as an additional honors component, which will take students to a deeper understanding and additional topics.
Geography 1 & 2
Course Number: 4520 & 4525
Grades: 9
Length: Semester 1 & Semester 2
Covers the relationship of physical and human geography and include the study of population, cultural, political, and economic geography. Map skills are emphasized as students learn the concepts and apply them to different regions of the world.
Honors World Geography *
Course Number: 4524
Grades: 9
Length: Full Year
Covers the relationship of physical and human geography and include the study of population, cultural, political, and economic geography. Map skills are emphasized as students learn the concepts and apply them to different regions of the world. The honors section will include all the standard course information, as well as an additional honors component, which will take students to a deeper understanding and additional topics.
World History
Course Number: 4540
Grades: 10
Length: Full Year
This course covers classical civilizations through the modern day and focuses on teaching social studies skills including analyzing primary and secondary sources, using evidence to support historical claims, and communicating effectively. World History is a full year course and is required for graduation.
Honors World History *
Course Number: 4543
Grades: 10
Length: Full Year
This course covers classical civilizations through the modern day and focuses on teaching social studies skills including analyzing primary and secondary sources, using evidence to support historical claims, and communicating effectively. World History is a full year course and is required for graduation. The honors section will include all the standard course information, as well as an additional honors component, which will take students to a deeper understanding and additional topics.
US History 2
Course Number: 4550
Grades: 11
Length: Full Year
This course is required of students for graduation. The course covers United States geographic, economic, social, political and historical developments post 1880. Social studies skills including understanding geography, establishing chronology, comparing and contextualizing, analyzing primary and secondary sources, and communicating effectively are developed through effective and repeated practice.
Honors US History 2 *
Course Number: 4553
Grades: 11
Length: Full Year
This course is required of students for graduation. The course covers United States geographic, economic, social, political and historical developments post 1880. Social studies skills including understanding geography, establishing chronology, comparing and contextualizing, analyzing primary and secondary sources, and communicating effectively are developed through effective and repeated practice. The honors section will include all the standard course information, as well as an additional honors component, which will take students to a deeper understanding and additional topics.
United States Government and Citizenship
Course Number: 4560
Grades: 10-12
Length: Semester
This course is required for graduation. The course will focus on the foundations of American Government, the protections, and privileges of individual and groups, the distribution of government power, how citizens participate in government and the position of the United States in the world today. Social studies skills including understanding geography, establishing chronology, comparing, and contextualizing, analyzing primary and secondary sources, and communicating effectively are developed through effective and repeated practice. Students are required to and pass the US Citizenship test for graduation.
* All core classes (English, Math, Science, Social Studies) grades 7-11 have an Honors module available for students who want to earn the Honors designation on their transcript. Students in these courses should inform teachers they would like to have the Honors module opened to them. Students who complete the Honors module and requirements will be awarded the Honors designation after 2nd term for
Physical Education
| Course # | Course Name | Term | Type | Open for Grade(s) | Credit Area |
| 1020 | FITNESS 7 | 1,2 | ALC | 7 | Physical Education |
| 1021 | FITNESS 8 | 1,2 | ALC | 8 | Physical Education |
| 1022 | PE SKILLS & TECHNIQUES 9 | 1,2 | ALC/CR | 9-12 | Physical Education |
| 1030 | FIT FOR LIFE | 1,2 | ALC/CR | 9-12 | Physical Education |
| 1040 | IND LIFETIME ACTIVITIES | 1,2 | ALC/CR | 9-12 | Physical Education |
Fitness 7
Fitness 8
PE Skills & Techniques
Fit for Life
Course Number: 1030
Grades: 9-12
Length: Semester
This one-semester course helps each student adopt a personal lifestyle that will achieve physical fitness and is required for graduation. Specifically, students will identify and understand all the components of fitness, such as cardio-vascular fitness, strength, flexibility, endurance, weight control, nutrition, and stress management. It is highly recommended that this course be taken during the sophomore year.
Individual Lifetime Activities
Course Number: 1040
Grades: 9-12
Length: Semester
Students in this one-semester course will acquire skills in a variety of lifetime activities that contribute to sustained fitness and well-being. These skills and activities offer positive ways to cope with stress and contribute to the quality of life not only as a student, but as a future adult. Some of these activities will include badminton, volleyball, tennis, golf, softball, and bowling.
General Financial Literacy
| Course # | Course Name | Term | Type | Open for Grade(s) | Credit Area |
| 7075 | GENERAL FINANCIAL LITERACY | 1,2 | ALC/CR | 9-12 | Gen Financial Lit |
General Financial Literacy
Course Number: 7075
Grades: 9-12
Length: Semester
The General Financial Literacy course for juniors and seniors encompasses standards that are essential to the development of basic financial literacy. Students will gain the information and skills to implement a life-long plan for financial success. Students will receive the most benefit from learning about their finances in high school. Students will get to “buy/rent” their seat, pay bills, monitor their credit score, invest in their future, experience real “life happens” situations (ie: my identity was stolen!).
Health
| Course # | Course Name | Term | Type | Open for Grade(s) | Credit Area |
| 1000 | HEALTH EDUCATION 1 | 1,2 | ALC/CR | 7-8 | Health |
| 1010 | HEALTH EDUCATION 2 | 1,2 | ALC/CR | 9-12 | Health |
Health Education 1
Course Number: 1000
Grades: 7-8
Length: Semester
Heath Education conforms to the state core and covers a variety of topics. The focus of this course is to teach life skills to the students. Some of the topics addressed are self-esteem, stress, decision making, substance abuse prevention, human development, disease prevention, nutrition and fitness and first aid.
Health Education 2
Course Number: 1010
Grades: 9-12
Length: Semester
This one-semester course assists in the continual development of skills needed to improve the quality of life. The course emphasizes the physical, social and mental dimensions of people so that students become better informed consumers of health information. It offers students the opportunity to evaluate health practices, products and services.
Fine Arts / Music
| Course # | Course Name | Term | Type | Open for Grade(s) | Credit Area |
| 2101 | ART FOUND 1 | 1,2 | ALC | 7-9 | Fine Art |
| 2102 | ADV FOUND 1A 2D ART | 1,2 | ALC | 7-8 | Fine Art |
| 2104 | ADV FOUND 1C 3D ART | 1,2 | ALC | 7-8 | Fine Art |
| 2105 | ART FOUND 2 | 1,2 | ALC/CR | 9-12 | Fine Art |
| 2124 | ART HISTORY & CRITICISM | 1,2 | ALC/CR | 9-12 | Fine Art |
| 2110 | DRAWING 1 | 1,2 | ALC | 9-12 | Fine Art |
| 2316 | MUSIC EXPLORATION | 1,2 | ALC | 7-9 | Fine Art |
| 2319 | MUSIC AESTHETICS | 1,2 | ALC | 10-12 | Fine Art |
| 2401 | GUITAR 1 | 1,2 | ALC | 8-12 | Fine Art |
| 2502 | THEATRE 1 | 1,2 | ALC | 7-12 | Fine Art |
- Art Foundations I
- Advanced Art Foundations IA 2D Art
- Advanced Art Foundations IC 3D Art
- Art Foundations 2
- Drawing 1
- Music Exploration
- Music Aesthetics
- Guitar 1
- Theatre Level 1 Beginning
Art Foundations I
Course Number: 2101
Grades: 7-9
Length: Semester
Art Foundations will place emphasis on the art elements of shape, form, value, line, color, texture and perspective. The elements will be explored and used in a wide variety of art projects. A wide range of art mediums will be used and implemented into works of art.
Advanced Art Foundations IA 2D Art
Course Number: 2102
Grades: 7-8
Length: Semester
This course will teach students advanced techniques based around the Elements and Principles of Design. Students will explore a variety of 2-D media throughout the course to build artistic confidence and creativity. We will focus on utilizing the 8 Studio Habits of Mind in depth to enhance the art making process. Students will become equipped with skills to respond and connect with visual imagery. We will use studio time to learn about color, form, line, and value. This course is designed to enrich the lives of its participants through discovery and creative problem solving.
Advanced Art Foundations IC 3D Art
Course Number: 2104
Grades: 7-8
Length: Semester
This course provides an enhanced experience with the artistic issues of Foundation I through 3-dimensional art media. The media in this course includes a wide variety of mediums, traditional sculptural materials, and assemblages. There is a continuing emphasis on studio production as the application of the elements and principles of art are used to assist the student in expressing personal connection through the production of 3D works.
Art Foundations 2
Course Number: 2105
Grades: 9-12
Length: Semester
Art Foundations 2 is designed to introduce the student to different fundamentals in both 2D and 3D art. A strong focus on the elements and design of art provides a broad and varied experience for the artist of every skill level. Students will learn basic skills in many areas such as drawing, painting, printmaking, sculpture, art history, jewelry making, and mixed media.
Drawing 1
Course Number: 2110
Grades: 9-12
Length: Semester
Drawing 1 in an introductory class and no experience is necessary! It is a semester class which will cover the following: Learn to draw what they eye sees vs. what you think you know, learning correct proportions and measuring techniques, linear perspective and how to shade to create the illusion of form. Students will gain skill in various media which may include pencil, scratchboard, pastels, charcoal, colored pencil and much more. This class in an inviting and fun environment where students learn how to create art and experiment with a variety of media and techniques with their own unique voice.
Music Exploration
Course Number: 2316
Grades: 7-9
Length: Semester
Music Exploration includes concepts and skills to integrate music into everyday life. Study will include explorations in creating, experiments with singing/playing/reading, development of analytical and evaluative 15 skills in music listening, investigations of various purposes of music and inquire into music’s impact on culture, history, quality of life, and other subject areas.
Music Aesthetics
Course Number: 2319
Grades: 10-12
Length: Full Year
Designed for students with various musical backgrounds, including those with no musical experience. This course will begin a deep study of what makes music superior, with a particular focus on contemporary music from the 1950s to today. Topics include music components, functional music theory, analysis, instruments, musical styles, music history, the music industry, etc. Students will learn basic technique on a variety of instruments and will experience both individual and ensemble music making.
Guitar 1
Theatre Level 1 Beginning
Course Number: 2502
Grades: 7-12
Length: Semester
This course is an introduction to the theater and is designed to aid the beginning theatre student in becoming better acquainted with all aspects of theatre. Areas of study include improvisation, pantomime, characterization, scene work, monologues, playwriting and analysis.
Career & Technical Education
| Course # | Course Name | Term | Type | Open for Grade(s) | Credit Area |
| 7405 | FCS EXPLORATION B | 1,2 | ALC | 7-8 | CTE |
| 7537 | DIGITAL LITERACY | 1,2 | ALC | 7-8 | CTE |
| 7743 | CREATIVE CODING | 1,2 | ALC | 7-8 | CTE |
FCS Exploration B
Course Number: 7405
Grades: 7-8
Length: Semester
This course provides students with the opportunity to develop essential skills in the various career pathways related to Family and Consumer Sciences (FACS). Students will explore and cultivate skills in food and nutrition sciences, childcare, consumerism, entrepreneurship, and career and job-related tasks. This course will strengthen comprehension of concepts and standards outlined in Sciences, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) education.
Digital Literacy
Course Number: 7537
Grades: 7-8
Length: Semester
Take your computer skills beyond surfing the web, playing games, and social media! Digital Literacy will improve vital computer skills used in school and beyond. Students will create and manage databases, utilize spreadsheet software to construct formulas and functions, produce presentations using advanced tools, and enhance documents with innovative formatting features. In addition, students will produce digital media projects and assess ways to protect privacy, manage security settings, and identify the best technology tools for various tasks. This class fulfills a specific state requirement for 8th grade.
Creative Coding I
Course Number: 7743
Grades: 7-8
Length: Semester
Coding, also called programming, is a skill that students could use for a future career in a world short on skilled coders and programmers. Creative Coding not only engages students in interesting, cooperative learning activities, it also provides students opportunities to learn concepts vital in the field of Computer Science. As an introductory course, activities include an introduction to artificial intelligence, designing mobile apps, and Minecraft creations.
Electives
| Course # | Course Name | Term | Type | Open for Grade(s) | Credit Area |
| 4320 | TECHNICAL WRITING | 1,2 | ALC | 11-12 | Elective |
| 4335 | CREATIVE WRITING 1 | 1,2 | ALC | 7-12 | Elective |
| 4380 | SPEECH 2 | 1,2 | ALC | 10-12 | Elective |
| 4531 | CIVICS | 1,2 | ALC | 7-8 | Elective |
| 4532 | CURRENT ISSUES | 1,2 | ALC | 9-12 | Elective |
| 4570 | PSYCHOLOGY | 1,2 | ALC | 9-12 | Elective |
| 1100 | DRIVER EDUCATION | 1 | ALC | 9-12 | Elective |
Technical Writing
Course Number: 4320
Grades: 11-12
Length: Semester
Technical writing class teaches writers to simplify the complex. Students will learn to write concise, focused, easy to understand, free of errors, and audience-based pieces. Technical writers make their documents as clear as possible, avoiding jargon and passive voice. Writing assignments center on relevant, useful, and accurate information geared to specifically targeted audiences in pursuit of a desired goal. This course is not NCAA certified to count as English 12.
Creative Writing 1
Course Number: 4335
Grades: 7-12
Length: Semester
This course offers a combination of lessons in creativity, effective writing, and writing skills. Students complete four writing projects including memoir writing, fiction writing, spoken word poetry, and creative writing in the workplace. Requires a sincere interest in writing and a desire to learn about many different writing genres and to improve writing skills and practices. Students learn just how fun and rewarding writing can be as they work hard to improve their writing skills in a variety of genres.
Speech 2
Course Number: 4380
Grades: 10-12
Length: Semester
This course walks students through the basics of public speaking. Students will brainstorm, outline, write, and deliver 12 speeches through this course: 5 speeches for the first term and 7 for the second term. Each assigned speech varies in length and purpose, building new speaking skills each time. The semester culminates in a TED Talk speech based on models provided. All speeches are recorded and submitted via Canvas.
Civics
Course Number: 4531
Grades: 7-8
Length: Semester
Exploring the structure of the United States government on a national, state, and local level, this course challenges students to learn and understand fundamental concepts and philosophies that led to the creation of the United States Constitution. Analyze the political process, political parties, instill a thorough understanding of government and economics, inspire students to investigate what it means to be an American citizen.
Current Issues
Course Number: 4532
Grades: 9-12
Length: Semester
This course will allow students to develop awareness while examining current issues on local, national, and international levels. Students will learn skills such as analyzing sources, surveying, interviewing, developing presentations, speaking, reading articles, argumentative writing, service activities and working in groups. Students will study issues and current events in many areas including civics, history, politics, economics, environment, demographics, and education, as well as school and community issues such as bullying, stress, homework, and respecting diversity.
Psychology
Course Number: 4570
Grades: 9-12
Length: Semester
General psychology is an overview course that will cover psychological topics such as experimentation, neuroscience, behavioral psychology, personality, social psychology and more. Learn the basics of psychology while experimenting on your friends and family. General Psychology will also help you improve yourself, making you a better student and person by implementing psychological techniques.
Driver Education
Course Number: 1100
Grades: 9-12
Length: Term
Driver Education is a program designed to help students acquire the knowledge, attitude, and skills necessary for safe driving and to obtain their Utah Driver’s License. Students enroll in the course according to when they have their 16th birthday. First semester: September 1-February 28. Second semester: March 1-August 31. Or optional summer school: September 1-December 31. A valid learner’s permit is required prior to enrolling in this class and student must be within 6 months of turning 16 years of age. The driving portion of this class is done at the student’s boundary high school.
*Driving fees will apply at the boundary high school.
CREDIT RECOVERY (CR) – this is an independent study online course, where students work independently with no live sessions, but the student can email the teacher with questions. Credit Recovery courses are designed to review and assess a student’s mastery of a skills in the subject. The length of the course is based on how much knowledge the student can demonstrate on the subject. Students who successfully complete the Credit Recovery course will receive a Passing “P” grade and .25 (1 term) graduation credit on their transcript per course.
NOTE: There are no Honors Credit Recovery courses and Credit Recovery courses do not replace grades for the original course on the transcript.
Credit Recovery Courses - Summer 2023
- Language Arts
- Mathematics
- Science
- Social Studies
- Physical Education
- Fine Arts / Music
- Health
- General Financial Literacy
- Digital Studies/CTE
Language Arts
| Course # | Course Name | Term | Open for Grade(s) | Credit Area |
| 4055 | ENGLISH 9 | 1,2,3,4 | 9 | English |
| 4080 | ENGLISH 10 | 1,2,3,4 | 10 | English |
| 4100 | ENGLISH 11 | 1,2,3,4 | 11 | English |
| 4150 | ENGLISH 12 | 1,2,3,4 | 12 | English |
English 9
Course Number: 4055
Grades: 9
Length: Full Year
State core skills in reading, writing, listening, viewing, speaking, and presenting will be developed as part of a study of and emphasis is on reading, writing, and oral language. The class includes vocabulary, research, grammar usage and mechanics. Reading emphasis is on literal and interpretive skills, making inferences, drawing conclusions, and summarizing, with special attention to classics and challenging literary and informational text. Outside reading is required. The honors section will include all the standard course information, as well as an additional honors component, which will take students to a deeper understanding and additional topics.
English 10
Course Number: 4080
Grades: 10
Length: Full Year
State core skills in reading, writing, listening, viewing, speaking, discussion and presenting will be developed as part of a study of world literature. This includes research, a variety of writing genres, study and test taking skills, and features both classic and contemporary world authors, including short stories and novels. Skills such as explanation of evidence, development, contributing to evidence-based discussions, argumentative claim, selection of evidence, and theme will be reviewed extensively.
English 11
Course Number: 4100
Grades: 11
Length: Full Year
State core skills in reading, writing, listening, viewing, speaking, and presenting will be developed as part of a study of American literature. This includes vocabulary, research, a variety of writing genres, study and test taking skills, and features both classic and contemporary world authors. A variety of literature will be studied including poetry, short stories, and novels. Skills such as explanation of evidence, development, contributing to evidence-based discussions, argumentative claim, selection of evidence, and theme will be reviewed extensively.
English 12
Course Number: 4150
Grades: 12
Length: Full Year
State core skills in reading, writing, listening, viewing, speaking, and presenting will be developed as part of a study of classic and contemporary world authors. This includes research, a variety of writing genres, study and test taking skills. Literature genres such as poetry, short stories, drama, and novels will be featured. Focus will be on college and career readiness in all areas related to analytically reading and writing. Skills such as explanation of evidence, development, contributing to evidence-based discussions, argumentative claim, selection of evidence, and theme will be reviewed extensively.
Mathematics
| Course # | Course Name | Term | Open for Grade(s) | Credit Area |
| 5200 | SECONDARY MATH 1 | 1,2,3,4 | 8-11 | Math |
| 5300 | SECONDARY MATH 2 | 1,2,3,4 | 9-12 | Math |
| 5400 | SECONDARY MATH 3 | 1,2,3,4 | 9-12 | Math |
| 5830 | MATH FOR LIFE | 1,2,3,4 | 11-12 | Math |
Secondary Math 1
Course Number: 5200
Grades: 9
Length: Full Year
The course will focus on developing a solid understanding of function and use that understanding to explore many examples of functions, including sequences. It will deepen and extend understanding of linear relationships and connect that understanding to exponential functions. It will build on prior experiences with data to develop formal methods of data analysis. Students will use properties and theorems involving congruent figures to deepen and extend understanding of geometric knowledge. Algebraic and geometric ideas will be tied together.
Secondary Math 2
Course Number: 5300
Grades: 10
Length: Full Year
This course is the primary course for preparing students for the ACT and other college entrance exams. This course covers many topics in geometry and algebra. This course is the first course introducing trigonometry which is essential for any further mathematics classes. Graphing Calculators are required for this course and will be necessary for the rest of the student’s math classes in high school. We recommend a TI-84+ edition.
Secondary Math 3
Course Number: 5400
Grades: 11
Length: Full Year
Secondary Math III is necessary for graduation. This course is the primary course for preparing students for the ACT and other college entrance exams. This course covers many topics in advanced algebra, trigonometry, probability, and statistics. This course is the first course introducing trigonometry which is essential for any further mathematics classes. Graphing Calculators for this course and will be necessary for the rest of the student’s math classes in high school. We recommend a TI-84+ edition.
Mathematical Decision Making for Life
Course Number: 5830
Grades: 11-12
Length: Full Year
Mathematical Decision Making is a four-term course that includes mathematical decision making in finance, modeling, probability and statistics, and making choices. The four terms of instruction are independent of each other. Students will make sense of authentic problems and persevere in solving them. They will reason abstractly and quantitatively while communicating mathematics to others. Students will use appropriate tools, including technology, to model mathematics. Students will use structure and regularity of reasoning to describe mathematical situations and solve problems.
Science
| Course # | Course Name | Term | Open for Grade(s) | Credit Area |
| 6200 | BIOLOGY | 1,2,3,4 | 9-12 | Science |
| 6300 | EARTH SCIENCE | 1,2,3,4 | 9-12 | Science |
| 6400 | CHEMISTRY | 1,2,3,4 | 9-12 | Science |
| 6500 | PHYSICS | 1,2,3,4 | 9-12 | Science |
Biology
Course Number: 6200
Grades: 9-12
Length: Full Year
This course exposes students to a wide range of biological science topics in ecology, heredity and genetics, cellular biology, diversity of life, and evolution. Biology is the study of life! This course is a fantastic way to learn about the living world which surrounds us every day.
Earth Science
Course Number: 6300
Grades: 9-12
Length: Full Year
Earth Science is a course designed to focus on our planet and all the systems that affect it. Earth Science is an integrated course which incorporates space and earth related concepts and topics. The five main themes are: 1) Earth, Solar Systems, and Galaxies, 2) Earth’s Atmospheric Processes, 3) The Hydrosphere, 4) Earth’s Internal Structures & Tectonic Plates, 5) Earth Science and its impact on Society.
Chemistry
Course Number: 6400
Grades: 9-12
Length: Full Year
Chemistry is an exciting field, and a wonderful way to learn basic science concepts. This is an introductory course that studies atoms, their structure, and interactions. Applications of chemistry to real life will be presented throughout the year. Concepts presented in class will be reinforced through laboratory work.
Physics
Course Number: 6500
Grades: 10-12
Length: Full Year
Physics is the study of how the universe works. This class looks at how and why things move the way they do, gravity, electricity, magnetism and waves using a framework of energy and Newton's Laws. This course is designed for those planning on attending college in a field other than medical, engineering or science. Physics will empower you to understand how the things you observe and use every day work.
Social Studies
| Course # | Course Name | Term | Open for Grade(s) | Credit Area |
| 4520 | GEOGRAPHY 1 | 1,2 | 9-12 | Social Studies |
| GEOGRAPHY 2 | 3,4 | 9-12 | Social Studies | |
| 4540 | WORLD HISTORY | 1,2,3,4 | 9-12 | Social Studies |
| 4550 | US HISTORY 2 | 1,2,3,4 | 9-12 | Social Studies |
| 4560 | US GOVERNMENT & CITIZENSHIP | 1,2 | 10-12 | Social Studies |
World Geography
World History
Course Number: 4540
Grades: 10
Length: Full Year
This course covers classical civilizations through the modern day and focuses on teaching social studies skills including analyzing primary and secondary sources, using evidence to support historical claims, and communicating effectively. World History is a full year course and is required for graduation.
US History 2
Course Number: 4550
Grades: 11
Length: Full Year
This course is required of students for graduation. The course covers United States geographic, economic, social, political and historical developments post 1880. Social studies skills including understanding geography, establishing chronology, comparing and contextualizing, analyzing primary and secondary sources, and communicating effectively are developed through effective and repeated practice.
United States Government and Citizenship
Course Number: 4560
Grades: 10-12
Length: Semester
This course is required for graduation. The course will focus on the foundations of American Government, the protections, and privileges of individual and groups, the distribution of government power, how citizens participate in government and the position of the United States in the world today. Social studies skills including understanding geography, establishing chronology, comparing, and contextualizing, analyzing primary and secondary sources, and communicating effectively are developed through effective and repeated practice. Students are required to and pass the US Citizenship test for graduation.
Physical Education
| Course # | Course Name | Term | Open for Grade(s) | Credit Area |
| 1022 | PE SKILLS & TECHNIQUES 9 | 1,2 | 9-12 | Physical Education |
| 1030 | FIT FOR LIFE | 1,2 | 9-12 | Physical Education |
| 1040 | IND LIFETIME ACTIVITIES | 1,2 | 9-12 | Physical Education |
PE Skills & Techniques
Fit for Life
Course Number: 1030
Grades: 9-12
Length: Semester
This one-semester course helps each student adopt a personal lifestyle that will achieve physical fitness and is required for graduation. Specifically, students will identify and understand all the components of fitness, such as cardio-vascular fitness, strength, flexibility, endurance, weight control, nutrition, and stress management. It is highly recommended that this course be taken during the sophomore year.
Individual Lifetime Activities
Course Number: 1040
Grades: 9-12
Length: Semester
Students in this one-semester course will acquire skills in a variety of lifetime activities that contribute to sustained fitness and well-being. These skills and activities offer positive ways to cope with stress and contribute to the quality of life not only as a student, but as a future adult. Some of these activities will include badminton, volleyball, tennis, golf, softball, and bowling.
Fine Arts / Music
| Course # | Course Name | Term | Open for Grade(s) | Credit Area |
| 2105 | ART FOUND 2 | 1,2 | 9-12 | Fine Art |
| 2124 | ART HISTORY & CRITICISM | 1,2 | 9-12 | Fine Art |
Art Foundations 2
Course Number: 2105
Grades: 9-12
Length: Semester
Art Foundations 2 is designed to introduce the student to different fundamentals in both 2D and 3D art. A strong focus on the elements and design of art provides a broad and varied experience for the artist of every skill level. Students will learn basic skills in many areas such as drawing, painting, printmaking, sculpture, art history, jewelry making, and mixed media.
Art History and Criticism
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Course Number: 2124 Suggested Grades: 9-12 Length: Semester This course is designed to provide an understanding and enjoyment of architecture, sculpture, painting, and other art forms within historical and cultural contexts. No prior experience in the history of art is assumed for those students who take the course. |
Health
| Course # | Course Name | Term | Open for Grade(s) | Credit Area |
| 1010 | HEALTH EDUCATION 2 | 1,2 | 9-12 | Health |
Health Education 2
Course Number: 1010
Grades: 9-12
Length: Semester
This one-semester course assists in the continual development of skills needed to improve the quality of life. The course emphasizes the physical, social and mental dimensions of people so that students become better informed consumers of health information. It offers students the opportunity to evaluate health practices, products and services.
General Financial Literacy
| Course # | Course Name | Term | Open for Grade(s) | Credit Area |
| 7075 | GENERAL FINANCIAL LITERACY | 1,2 | 9-12 | Gen Financial Lit |
General Financial Literacy
Course Number: 7075
Grades: 9-12
Length: Semester
The General Financial Literacy course for juniors and seniors encompasses standards that are essential to the development of basic financial literacy. Students will gain the information and skills to implement a life-long plan for financial success. Students will receive the most benefit from learning about their finances in high school. Students will get to “buy/rent” their seat, pay bills, monitor their credit score, invest in their future, experience real “life happens” situations (ie: my identity was stolen!).
Digital Studies/CTE
| Course # | Course Name | Term | Open for Grade(s) | Credit Area |
| 7760 | EXPLORING COMPUTER SCIENCE | 1,2 | 9-12 | CTE |
| 7530 | BUS OFFICE SPECIALISTS | 1,2 | 9-12 | CTE |
Exploring Computer Science
Course Number: 7760
Grades: 9-12
(Fulfills the Digital Studies Requirement) This course has been designed to teach students how computer systems work and the logic of problem solving, in an incredibly fun and fast paced environment. With activities designed to inspire students’ creativity and get them excited about computers, the goal of the course is to teach problem solving skills that will allow students to solve a variety of problems both physical and virtual. Students will also be introduced to topics such as interface design, limits of computers and societal and ethical issues.
Business Office Specialist
Course Number: 7530
Grades: 9-12
(Fulfills the Digital Studies Requirement) This semester course applies advanced concepts and principles using word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and electronic presentation software. Students will integrate applications learned. Students may be given the opportunity to earn Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) industry certifications.
Grade Forgiveness
Registration Instructions
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In-District students, complete the Summer School Course Request in your student myDSD account. See "Requesting Summer Courses in myDSD" below for detailed instructions.
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Summer School course request system in myDSD opens April 10, 2023 and closes June 4, 2023.
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After June 4, follow the instructions below for "Adding Summer Courses"
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NEW DSD Enrolled Students for 2023-24 School Year –
If you are enrolling in a Davis School District school in Fall 2023-24 and wish to take summer courses:
1) Register at your boundary school before May 26, 2023
2) Complete the form below
New Student Summer School Registration Form
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Out-of-District students, please complete the pre-registration form:
Requesting Summer Courses in Student myDSD: April 10 - June 4 CLOSED
The Davis Connect summer course request system in myDSD closes on June 4 at 11:59 PM. After june 4, courses may be requested using the form under the "Adding Summer Courses" section below.
Log into your student myDSD account. Select the "Academics" dropdown menu and select "Summer Course Request."
When you first log into the Summer Course Request menu, a pop-up will give you the basic instructions from Davis Connect, with a link to this webpage (and possibly instructions from your school of enrollment, if you are not fully enrolled as a Davis Connect student AND if they are also offering online summer course requests).
Close this box to begin selecting courses.
You may view these instructions again at any time, by clicking the "view school instructions" link in the top right corner.
To select courses, click the "Browse" button to search for the courses you want to take.
You can search by category or by course name. If you have not failed any previous courses, the Credit Recovery category will not show up for you.
Select the course you want to take and click the "Add Course" button.
You can also use the "quick course add" field to search for and select courses alphabetically.
Find the course you want to take and add it to your summer course request.
Once you have selected your desired courses or the limit allowed for Davis Connect (up to 4 ALC term courses and 1 CR course), you are done!
- If your school of enrollment is also open for summer school course requests, you will see which courses are Davis Connect Online and which courses are from your home school, as well as how many credits each course is worth.
You have until June 4 to make changes to your course request selections without being officially enrolled in a summer course and being assess the summer school fee for each course.
Students and guardians will receive an email within 24 hours confirming any changes made to this course request.
Another email will be sent once the classes are officially scheduled after June 4 and prior to June 7.
Summer School Tuition Fees
Initial summer school fees will be assessed and payable in mydsd on june 14 and must be paid by june 21 to avoid classes being dropped for non-payment.
classes added after june 14 will be assessed fees in mydsd 48 business hours after the class is added to the student's schedule and must be paid within one week of being assessed to avoid classes being dropped for non-payment.
The Summer School Tuition fees (listed below) will be assessed in the myDSD account and are payable online.
Summer School Tuition Fees:
- Any fees posted in student accounts must be paid, even if the student chooses to drop or not complete the course.
Current DSD Students (and NEW DSD Enrolled Students for 2023-24 School Year) in Grades 6-12:
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$35.00 per Term course (.25 credits)
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EXAMPLE: The completion of a full-year course (T1, T2, T3, and T4) will cost $140.00.
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EXAMPLE: The completion of a semester course (T1 and T2) will cost $70.00.
Out-of-District Students in Grades 6-12:
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OUT-OF-DISTRICT INCLUDES CHARTER OR PRIVATE SCHOOLS IN DAVIS COUNTY: North Davis Prep Academy, Syracuse Arts Academy, NUAMES, etc.
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$45.00 per Term course (.25 credits)
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EXAMPLE: The completion of a full-year course (T1, T2, T3, and T4) will cost $180.00.
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EXAMPLE: The completion of a semester course (T1 and T2) will cost $90.00.
Dropped for Non-Payment and/or Inactivity
- Summer school tuition fees ($35 per term course for DSD students and $45 per term course for non-DSD students) will be placed on the student's myDSD account and are payable online within one week of the fee being assessed.
- Students will be dropped whose summer school fees have not been paid within one week of being assessed.
- Students who are inactive in a course for 14 consecutive calendar days will be dropped for inactivity.
- We will NOT drop students who have communicated with their instructor the reason for their inactivity.
- Communication is vital and should be made via Canvas Inbox to instructors.
Dropping Summer Courses
- Before June 4, students should make changes to their Summer Course Request in myDSD.
- After June 4, to request a course be DROPPED from a summer school schedule, complete this form:
DROP DAVIS CONNECT SUMMER COURSE FORM
- Once the course is removed, an email will be sent.
- Summer school tuition fees are non-refundable unless it is a school error.
- Completed courses (with grades posted to the transcript) do not need to be dropped.
- Last day to drop courses: August 2
Adding Summer Courses - Until July 5
- Before June 4, students should make changes to their Summer Course Request in myDSD.
- Between June 4 and July 5, to request a term course be ADDED to a summer school schedule, complete this form:
ADD DAVIS CONNECT SUMMER COURSE FORM
- If students already have a full course load (up to 4 ALC term courses and 1 CR term course), additional courses may NOT be added, unless a term course is dropped or after a term course is completed (with the grade posted to the student's transcript).
- Once the course is added, an email will be sent and the course fee of $35 will be assessed (or $45 for non-DSD students).
- Course fees must be paid via myDSD within one week of the fee being assessed or the course will be dropped for non-payment.
- Last day to add classes - July 5
7th-8th Grade Core Course Review
- Parents/guardians may request that their 7th or 8th grade Davis School District student review a previously taken core subject course content and standards in preparation for the upcoming school year.
- To request for your student to review a core course during the summer, please complete this form:
- These courses will be in Canvas, but will not be associated with myDSD, do not generate/replace a grade, will not show on the student's school transcript, and will not provide graduation credit.
- These courses will cost $35 per term (totaling $140 for all 4 terms of the full-year course).
Frequently Asked Questions
This section answers additional questions that may not be answered above. We will add to this FAQ as we continue to get questions about Davis Connect Summer School. Check here first to see if we already have an answer for your questions.
- Can I take Concurrent Enrollment or Advanced Placement classes during the summer?
- Why are there not very many CTE courses available during the summer?
- Why are summer school tuition fees non-refundable?
- Why are there no Honors courses listed?
Can I take Concurrent Enrollment or Advanced Placement classes during the summer?
Why are there not very many CTE courses available during the summer?
Funding for CTE courses is not available to schools during the summer session; thus, any CTE classes that receive state funding cannot be offered during the summer session.
This means we can only offer non-funded CTE classes, which includes our 7th and 8th grade CTE courses (which do not count toward graduation credit), General Financial Literacy, and Credit Recovery CTE classes (which can only be taken if the original credit course was failed during the school year).
Why are summer school tuition fees non-refundable?
We must hire instructors outside of their regular teaching contract to facilitate our summer courses. We hire the number of instructors based on the number of courses requested. Instructors are required to reach out to students and guardians regularly to inform about a student progress or upcoming deadlines. Instructors are paid for the work they are expected to do, regardless of the amount of work the student completes.
Additionally, summer school tuition fees pay for the many Davis Connect support staff who help facilitate summer school, including office staff, content managers, curriculum supervisors, a school counselor, Student Success Mentors, technology support aides, and others. These employees are not contracted to work during the summer, so they must be paid for their additional hours of work to support teachers, students, and guardians throughout the summer session.
Why are there no Honors courses listed?
To sign up for HONORS CREDIT for core classes, the student will sign up for the regular core (English, Math, Science, Social Studies) ALC class and request from the teacher to be assigned the Honors module. Students who complete the Honors module for the class and fulfill the Honors requirements, will have a change of designation to Honors made on their transcript after the summer session is complete.