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MATHEMATICS Math SkillsIntroduction to Algebra *Algebra I *Geometry I *Algebra II *Trigonometry *Calculus SCIENCE *Biology*Physics *Science I (UC Elective) *Chemistry *Advanced Biology ENGLISH *English I, II, III, IV*Socratic Seminar *Advanced Composition FOREIGN LANGUAGE *Spanish I, II, III, IVSOCIAL SCIENCE *World Studies I, II*Contemporary Issues *US History *Government |
ELECTIVES *Art*Drama Human Relations Independent Study P.E. Music Ensemble Office Aide Peer Tutoring/Teacher Aide Physical Education Studio Art Work Experience Team Sports SAT Prep ENRICHMENT CENTER Academic Support/ Study SkillsDriver Education ONLINE ADVANCED PLACEMENT COURSES (UCCP is making changes in its delivery of courses; please check with the advisor on staff)*Calculus AB *Calculus BC *English Language *English Literature *Macroeconomics *Microeconomics *US Government & Politics *Chemistry *Physics B *Statistics *US History |
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Curriculum
The curriculum at Mid-Peninsula High School is designed to fulfill the educational requirements of our diverse population. We offer both college-preparatory classes and general secondary education classes. With an emphasis on individual development, our balanced curriculum grants each student access to the fundamentals of all academic disciplines, specialized areas of interest, coping, critical thinking skills and constructive ways to express self. To meet the needs of all students at Mid-Peninsula, we must maintain a creative and responsive approach to academic programming. Even though our current offerings are already strong and broad, particularly for a school of this size, we are always seeking new ways to help our students succeed, whether in Core classes, electives, sports or enrichment opportunities.Stages of Development
Students come to Mid-Peninsula with different sets of experiences and varying levels of success. In traditional school settings, this success is measured in three ways: grade levels, credits and grades. At Mid-Peninsula, we interpret grade levels in the following ways: Freshmen: Getting Started / Checking It Out