This course is an introduction to psychology, which is the study of the mind and behavior. Students focus on theories and concepts of biological, cognitive, developmental, environmental, social, and cultural influences; their applications; and their research foundations.
A course designed for students to develop reading and critical thinking skills. Credits earned may be applied toward meeting the CCSF High School Diploma requirements in Area C: Humanities or English.
Low beginning speaking and listening skills. Participation in short conversations in routine social situations to communicate basic needs.
Prepares students for the GED Mathematical Reasoning test, TASC or HiSET Math test, and/or credit math courses. Topics include quantitative reasoning with whole numbers, fractions, decimals, percents, and related word problems; data measurement and analysis; an introduction to algebraic reasoning; and geometric measurement.
This high school course is a general introduction to physical science and scientific methodology. It covers the basics of physics, chemistry, and astronomy to prepare students for future science classes. Basic math will be used to illustrate some of the basic scientific principles.
A high school history survey of the era between the Great Depression and the present. Fulfills Social Science Core high school credits. Complies with Historical Thinking Standards from the National Center for History and Common Core State Standards.
This course considers the most fundamental cultural, social, political, and economic trends of the Modern World History Era (MWH 1750-1920), including the Global Market Expansion, the Industrial Revolution, Imperialism, and WWI.
Introduction to basic health information that addresses the promotion of physical, mental, emotional, and social dimensions of health
Mathematical concepts and theories in algebra and geometry. Credits earned may be applied toward meeting the CCSF High School Diploma requirements in Area E: Mathematics.
Focus on the major turning points that shaped the contemporary world from Post World War One to the global interdependence of today. Topics include the rise of totalitarian governments, the search for stability and peace, and 20th-century cultural trends.