CHOOSING COURSES:

There are four categories of classes offered at The MBAF Summer School Program:

1. Review Classes:
All review classes require that the student have taken the requested class during the regular school year.  Incoming 9th grade students are not considered to have taken any classes at MCHS. Choose the first or second semester depending on the class required.  The first 3 weeks are semester one and the second three weeks are semester two.

2. Original Credit Classes – One Semester:
Health is a one semester class that is offered in both first and second semester (the same class).  Choose the semester depending on your preference.  Government (incoming 12th grade students only) is only offered in the first semester with Economics in the second semester.

3. Original Credit Classes – Yearlong:
A yearlong class requires enrollment in both semesters.

4. Activities/Physical Fitness Classes:
Athletic activities are one semester classes in the afternoon (after the academic classes are excused) for 6 weeks ending August 6.  Times and locations will vary depending on the activity. Times and locations are posted in the course description along with any try-out information, if available.  Re-visit the site as the times may change before Summer School starts.

HELPFUL HINTS IN SELECTING A COURSE:
MBAF offers high school courses to students for a variety of reasons. We want to help you improve your skills in a particular subject, provide you with an opportunity to make up a course in which you did not fare as well as you had hoped and/or to offer you a chance at academic advancement. Please consider your own reasons carefully when making your class selections, and consult your educational advisor if you have any concerns.

The Mira Costa High School Social Studies and Science Departments suggest that students planning to take Advanced Placement (AP) history/science classes in the future should fulfill the prerequisites for those AP classes during the regular school year rather than during summer school.

Here is a glossary that helps explain some terms under course listings:
• UC...Courses that meet University of California subject requirements.
• CSU...Courses that meet California State University subject requirements.
• GRADE LEVEL...Indicates the year of high school for which the course is designed.
• PREREQUISITE...Indicates a class or condition that you must meet before enrollment in a particular course.

For a review class, there are no separate classes (with the exception of English).  Rather, select the semester required for review.  For a yearlong class you must select both semesters. (A more complete description of any class can be found on the MCHS website – choose “School Documents” from the main menu on the left hand side. Choose “list all” and then from this list locate the Course Description Book PDF.)

After carefully reviewing your choices and deciding which classes you want to choose, fill out the on-line application.

After you have submitted your application, you will automatically be presented with a web page which will allow you to pay for your class choices. Remember, you will NOT be enrolled until you have paid for your classes.

• SEMESTER ONE CLASSES Monday June 28 through Thursday July 15 Class time:  8:00am – 1:30pm (July 4th Holiday will be observed on July 2nd - No School)
102/1: English 1, CP Review, Room 31 Prerequisite: First Semester Freshman English 1-2.
103/1: English 3, CP Review, Room 22 Prerequisite: First Semester Sophmore English 3-4.
104/1: English 5, CP Review, Room 23 Prerequisite: First Semester Junior English 5-6.
111/1: English 7, CP Review, Room 23 Prerequisite: First Semester Senior English 7-8 or a Senior Seminar.
208/1: Algebra 1, CP Review, CANCELLED Prerequisite: Algebra 1-2.
100: Health, Rooms: For Section 1; Section 2; Section 3; Section 4, CLOSED Rooms 72, 105, 77, 74, 78 Prerequisite: none Description: This course is a study of our changing health problems and how they relate to adolescents. Some of the areas covered are: personal health history, substance use and abuse, economics of health care, CPR, nutrition, diseases (including sexually transmitted infections) and exercise. This course includes a 10 hour community service component which must be completed during the three week course session. 1 SEMESTER GRADUATION REQUIREMENT, MEETS DISTRICT GRADUATION HEALTH REQUIREMENT.
106: American Government CP, CLOSED Rooms 225, 204 Prerequisite: Incoming 12th grade students only, B or better in U.S. History C.P. Description: This course is designed to give the student knowledge of how government originated, evolved and functions. A strong emphasis will be placed on the concept that freedom can best be maintained when the individual citizen accepts his or her responsibilities as a member of American society. UC, CSU, DISTRICT SOCIAL STUDIES GRADUATION REQUIREMENT.
110/1: Trigonometry, Room 59 Prerequisite:  For incoming grade 11 and 12 students with a C or better in Algebra 3-4 Description: This course will cover 3 definitions for Trigonometric Functions; using point-on-terminal side, right triangles, and circles.  Students will learn to graph and translate Trigonometric Functions by hand and with the aid of a TI-83 Plus graphing calculator.  Reciprocal, Ratio, and Pythagorean identities are used in conjunction with common equivalent forms to simplify and prove identities.  FULFILLS UC/CSU REQUIREMENT
115/1: Spanish 2 Review, CANCELLED Prerequisite:  Spanish 1 Description: Language study involves an integrated approach, incorporating the skills of listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Students will be able to produce simple questions, answers, and descriptions. Language acquisitions will include concepts such as pastimes, emotions, sports, comparison words, weather, clothing, places around the city, directions and food. Basic grammatical forms will be covered including the present tense, reflexive verbs and the preterit tense. Students will also increase their awareness of the civilization, culture, and customs of the people whose language they are studying.  FULFILLS UC/CSU REQUIREMENT
119/1: Modern World History 1, CP, CLOSED Rooms 222, 223, 224. Prerequisite: Total GPA of 3.0 or better in grade 9. Description: After a review of the forces that shaped modern history, the course focuses upon the period from the Industrial Revolution to the dissolution of the Soviet Union. This is a survey of the significant events, important constructions and the key events that have shaped the modern world. This is a demanding college prep class with reasonable expectations; i.e. research papers, subjective exams and collateral readings. UC, CSU, DISTRICT SOCIAL STUDIES GRADUATION REQUIREMENT.
205/1: Modern World History 1, CP REVIEW, Rooms 222, 223, 224. Prerequisite: First Semester Modern World History 1-2
123/1: US History 1, CP, Rooms 200, 205 Prerequisite: "B" or better in Modern World History CP. Description: This course traces the events of American history, focusing on the 20th century. The historical, geographical, political, social and economic forces fo the 20th century are emphasized as they reflect continuity and change from the nation’s beginnings. UC, CSU, DISTRICT SOCIAL STUDIES GRADUATION REQUIREMENT.
105/1: US History 1, CP REVIEW, Rooms 200. 205 Prerequisite: First Semester US History 1-2.
125/1: Geometry 1, CP, Rooms 27, 56 Prerequisite: "B" or better in Algebra 1-2. Description: This course develops properties of geometric figures, such as points, lines, angles, polygons and circles. Logical reasoning is developed through the constructs of postulates, theorems, proofs and formula derivations for perimeter, area and volume of geometric figures. UC, CSU REQUIREMENT.
127/1: Chemistry 1 CP Room 75, 73 Grades 10 -12 Prerequisite: "C" or better in Biology and either "B" or better in Algebra 1-2, or "C" in Geometry. Description - This physical science centers on the study of various types of matter, their physical and chemical properties, as well as the mathematical relationships that support these properties. Emphasis is placed on the development of critical thinking by using the scientific method in both lecture and laboratory assignments. Quantitative and qualitative analysis is required. UC, CSU, Requirement
129/1: Biology 1, CP, Rooms 66 Prerequisite: Good writing skills, analytical and critical thinking skills, study and organizational skills. Description: Biology is the study of living things. Emphasis is placed on the understanding of chemical and molecular biology through written work and lab activities, with some algebraic applications. This course uses the scientific method while covering the national content standards: the cell; molecular basis of heredity; biological evolution; interdependence of organism, matter, energy and organization in living systems; and behavior organisms. Data collection with graphing, calculations and interpretation is used to communicate results of lab investigations. UC, CSU, DISTRICT SCIENCE GRADUATION REQUIREMENT.
162/1: Art 1, Room 116 Description - Art is an exploratory course designed for the beginning art student. The fundamentals of drawing, painting, pen and ink, scratchboards, etc. are incorporated in lecture, demonstrations and student artwork. A project-oriented class, students will become competent in perspective, shading, etc  in a wide variety of art forms. All levels of talent are welcome. UC,CSU Requirement. A $25 materials fee will be added to the art class fee at processing.
163/1: Art 3, Room 116 Prerequisite: Art 1-2. Description - This course expands the student’s knowledge of the arts and goes more in depth into the mediums and techniques. Students are exposed to advanced drawing and painting exercises as well as scratchboards, block printing and pen/ink. They will be encouraged to experiment and push themselves to expand their creative potential, enhance their art skills and start to develop their own style. Fulfills UC/ CSU Requirements and meets District Graduation Requirement: Arts. A $25 materials fee will be added to the art class fee at processing.
209/1: Earth Space Science 1, CP Review, CANCELLED Prerequisite: Earth Space Science 1-2.

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• SEMESTER TWO CLASSES (5 credits): Monday July 19 through Thursday August 5 (July 4th Holiday will be observed on July 2nd - No School) Class time:  8:00am – 1:30pm

102/2: English 2, CP Review, Room 31 Prerequisite: Second Semester Freshman English 1-2.

103/2: English 4, CP Review, Room 22 Prerequisite: Second Semester Sophomore English 3-4.

104/2: English 6, CP Review, Room 5 Prerequisite: Second Semester Junior English 5-6.

111/2: English 8, CP Review, Room 5 Prerequisite: First Semester Senior English 7-8 or a Senior Seminar.

200: Health, Rooms for Section 1; Section 2; Section 3; Section 4, CLOSED Rooms 72, 105, 77, 78 Prerequisite: none Description: This course is a study of our changing health problems and how they relate to adolescents. Some of the areas covered are: personal health history, substance use and abuse, economics of health care, CPR, nutrition, diseases (including sexually transmitted infections) and exercise. This course includes a 10 hour community service component which must be completed during the three week course session. 1 SEMESTER GRADUATION REQUIREMENT, MEETS DISTRICT GRADUATION HEALTH REQUIREMENT.

201/2: College Application Essay Writing, Room 30 Description: This workshop will start with brainstorm sessions and end with a complete, copy-edited college application essay, written entirely by the student. We will break down essay topics and learn "tricks" to tweak one main essay to fit the essay topics of several different universities. The class is not based on busywork or "filling in the blanks," but is about teaching students to access what already exists within them: the ability to create an accurate and unique representation of themselves through writing. The Class will be taught by Marisa Reichardt and held on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM.  When registering for this class, choose the payment option for Non-Credit Academic Class @ $125.

206: Economics CP, Room 225 Prerequisite: B grade or better in U.S. History CP; incoming grade 12 students only. Description: Students will understand the forces that affect them every day and to evaluate costs and benefits associated with decisions that shape private lives and public politics. Students will develop skills, including the ability to identify economic problems, analyze incentives, identify consequences of change, collect and organize economic evidence and compare benefits and be able to reason logically about key issues. UC, CSU, DISTRICT SOCIAL STUDIES GRADUATION REQUIREMENT.

110/2: Trigonometry, CLOSED, Room TBA Prerequisite:  For incoming Grade 11 and 12 students with a C or better in Algebra 3-4 Description: This course will cover 3 definitions for Trigonometric Functions; using point-on-terminal side, right triangles, and circles.  Students will learn to graph and translate Trigonometric Functions by hand and with the aid of a TI-83 Plus graphing calculator. Reciprocal, Ratio, and Pythagorean identities are used in conjunction with common equivalent forms to simplify and prove identities.  FULFILLS UC/CSU REQUIREMENT

115/2: Spanish 2 Review, CANCELLED Prerequisite:  Spanish 1 Description: Language study involves an integrated approach, incorporating the skills of listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Students will be able to produce simple questions, answers, and descriptions. Language acquisitions will include concepts such as pastimes, emotions, sports, comparison words, weather, clothing, places around the city, directions and food. Basic grammatical forms will be covered including the present tense, reflexive verbs and the preterit tense. Students will also increase their awareness of the civilization, culture, and customs of the people whose language they are studying.  FULFILLS UC/CSU REQUIREMENT

119/2: Modern World History 2, CP, CLOSED Rooms 222, 223, 224 Prerequisite: First Semester World History 1-2; Total GPA of 3.0 or better in grade 9. Description: After a review of the forces that shaped modern history, the course focuses upon the period from the Industrial Revolution to the dissolution of the Soviet Union. This is a survey of the significant events, important constructions and the key events that have shaped the modern world. This is a demanding college prep class with reasonable expectations; i.e. research papers, subjective exams and collateral readings. UC, CSU, DISTRICT SOCIAL STUDIES GRADUATION REQUIREMENT.

205/2: Modern World History 2, CP REVIEW, Room 222, 223, 224 Prerequisite: First Semester Modern World History 1-2

123/2: US History 2, CP, Rooms 200, 205 Prerequisite: First Semester US History 1-2; Grade of B or better in Modern World History. Description: This course traces the events of American history, focusing on the 20th century. The historical, geographical, political, social and economic forces fo the 20th century are emphasized as they reflect continuity and change from the nation’s beginnings. UC, CSU, DISTRICT SOCIAL STUDIES GRADUATION REQUIREMENT.

105/2: US History 2, CP REVIEW, Room 200, 205 Prerequisite: First Semester US History 1-2

125/2: Geometry 2, CP, Rooms 27, 61 Prerequisite: First Semester Geometry 1-2. Description: This course develops properties of geometric figures, such as points, lines, angles, polygons and circles. Logical reasoning is developed through the constructs of postulates, theorems, proofs and formula derivations for perimeter, area and volume of geometric figures. UC, CSU REQUIREMENT.

207: Algebra D, Review, Room TBA Prerequisite: Algebra C/D.

208/2: Algebra 2, CP Review, Room TBA Prerequisite: Algebra 1-2.

209/2: Earth Space Science 1 - 2, CP Review, Room TBA Prerequisite: Earth Space Science 1-2.

127/2: Chemistry 2, CP Room 73. 75 Grades 10 -12 Prerequisite: First Semester Chemistry 1, CP Description - This physical science centers on the study of various types of matter, their physical and chemical properties, as well as the mathematical relationships that support these properties. Emphasis is placed on the development of critical thinking by using the scientific method in both lecture and laboratory assignments. Quantitative and qualitative analysis is required. UC, CSU, Requirement

129/2: Biology 2, CP, Room 66 Prerequisite: First Semester Biology 1-2. Description: Biology is the study of living things. Emphasis is placed on the understanding of chemical and molecular biology through written work and lab activities, with some algebraic applications. This course uses the scientific method while covering the national content standards: the cell; molecular basis of heredity; biological evolution; interdependence of organism, matter, energy and organization in living systems; and behavior organisms. Data collection with graphing, calculations and interpretation is used to communicate results of lab investigations. UC, CSU, DISTRICT SCIENCE GRADUATION REQUIREMENT.

162/2: Art 2, Room 116 Description - Art is an exploratory course designed for the beginning art student. The fundamentals of drawing, painting, pen and ink, scratchboards, etc. are incorporated in lecture, demonstrations and student artwork. A project-oriented class, students will become competent in perspective, shading, etc  in a wide variety of art forms. All levels of talent are welcome. UC,CSU Requirement. A $25 materials fee will be added to the art class fee at processing.

163/2: Art 4, Room 116 Prerequisite: Art 1-2. Description - This course expands the student’s knowledge of the arts and goes more in depth into the mediums and techniques. Students are exposed to advanced drawing and painting exercises as well as scratchboards, block printing and pen/ink. They will be encouraged to experiment and push themselves to expand their creative potential, enhance their art skills and start to develop their own style. Fulfills UC/ CSU Requirements and meets District Graduation Requirement: Arts. A $25 materials fee will be added to the art class fee at processing.

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• ACTIVITIES/PHYSICAL FITNESS All Activities/Physical Fitness Classes are considered a one semester course. You MUST be registered to participate. Students who miss more than one class (see attendance policy) will not receive credit from the summer program.  Participation is encouraged regardless of credit received.  Please inform the activity coach if it is anticipated that more than one day will be missed. TRY OUTS – most sports have a try-out in the spring.  Please check with the Athletic Director at 310-318-7337, extension 5002 for a schedule.  If there is NO try-out requirement for an activity, it is noted in the description. Students who wish to participate in more than one activity, and the posted times do not conflict, will be charged for two full-credit semester classes at $250 each. Students who wish to participate in more than one activity, BUT the posted times DO conflict, can register for 2 half-credit classes at $140 each. Below find the Activities/Physical Fitness Classes available during MCHS Summer School. When you fill out your application, you can only select ONE or TWO of these classes. Classes meet daily for six weeks from June 28 - August 6. (July 4th Holiday will be observed on July 2nd - No School)

301: X-Country (NO TRYOUT REQUIREMENT) (Co-Ed)Coach Williams-Smith Location: Front of Gym, Girls Team check with Coach/Athletic Director Time: 6:30AM to 8:00AM

303: Band (NO TRYOUT REQUIREMENT) Director: Carlson Location: Band Hall Time:June 30 & July 31st - 3PM - 8PM July 7 - August 11, Tuesdays only 3PM - 6PM August 16 - 30, Weekdays only, 12PM - 8PM Go to: http://www.miracostabands.com/allevents.cfm for specifics

305: Tennis (Co-Ed, NO TRYOUT REQUIREMENT) Coach Ciasulli Location: Tennis Courts - Time: 2:00PM to 4:00PM

307/1: Waterpolo, Freshman, (Co-Ed, NO TRYOUT REQUIREMENT) Coach Reichardt Location: MCHS Pool - Time: 2:00PM to 4:00PM

307/2: Waterpolo, Returning Players, (Co-Ed) Coach Reichardt Location: MCHS Pool - Time: 6:00AM to 8:00AM

311/1: Baseball, Frosh Boys Coach Olson Location: Baseball Bleachers - Time: 2:00PM to 4:00PM

311/2: Baseball, Varsity Boys Coach Olson Location: Baseball Bleachers - Time: 3:00PM to 5:00PM

313/1: Basketball, Frosh Boys Coach Myar Location: MBMS Gym - Time: 6:00PM to 8:00PM

313/2: Basketball, Soph/JV Boys Coach Myar Location: MBMS Gym - Time: 4:00PM to 6:00PM

313/3 Basketball, Varsity Boys Coach Myar Location: June 22 to July 10, MCHS Gym - Time: 4:00PM to 6:00PM Location: July 13 to July 31 MBMS Gym - Time: 4:00PM to 6:00PM

315/1: Football, Frosh Boy (NO TRYOUT REQUIREMENT) Coach Beaumont Location: Stadium Bleachers - Time: 2:00PM to 4:00PM

315/2: Football, JV Boys Coach McCoy Location: Stadium Bleachers - Time: 2:00PM to 4:00PM

315/3: Football, Varsity Boys Coach Morrow Location: Stadium Bleachers - Time: 3:00PM to 5:00PM

317 Boys Lacrosse Coach Vinci Location: Village (turf) Field - Time: 2:00PM to 4:00PM

319: Boys Soccer (NO TRYOUT REQUIREMENT) Coach Smith Location: Room 26 - Time: 2:00PM to 4:00PM

321/1: Basketball, Frosh Girls Coach Brauneker Location: MBMS Gym - Time: 2:00PM to 4:00PM

321/2: Basketball, JV Girls Coach Brauneker Location: MBMS Gym - Time: 2:00PM to 4:00PM

321/3: Basketball, Varsity Girls Coach Brauneker Location: MBMS Gym - Time: 2:00PM to 4:00PM

323: Cheer Coach Crawford Location: TBA - Time: TBA

325: Drill/Dance Coach TBA Location: Cafeteria - Time: 3:00PM to 5:00PM

327: Girls Lacrosse, CLOSED Coach Cross Location: Pacific - Time: 2:00PM to 4:00PM

328: Soccer, Frosh Girls (NO TRYOUT REQUIREMENT) Coach Perkinson Location: Village (turf) Field - Time: 2:00PM to 4:00PM

329/1:Volleyball, Frosh Girls Coach Arce-Zimmerman Location: See below Time: Week One - 3:30 to 5:30 MCHS Gym Week Two - 4:00 - 6:00 at the beach Week Three - Check with coach

329/2: Volleyball, JV Girls Coach Arce-Zimmerman Location: See below Time: Week One - 3:30 to 5:30 MCHS Gym Week Two - 4:00 - 6:00 at the beach Week Three - Check with coach

329/3: Volleyball, Varsity Girls Coach Zimmerman Location: See below Time: Week One - 5:00 to 7:30 MCHS Gym Week Two - 4:00 - 6:00 MCHS Gym Week Three - Check with coach

330: Wrestling Coach Ortega Location: TBA - Time: Mon - Thurs. 2:00PM to 4:00PM

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