General Electives

53006 - Ecadlab

Students may sign up for eCademy Lab periods 5-6-7 for no charge and attend class in the computer lab a Sandia High School. Attendance is required and taken daily, and students may work on credit recovery and move at their own pace. If they finish a class, they may move on to another class during the same semester. See your counselor for sign up.

53006 – Office Aid (Grades 11-12)

Prerequisite: GPA of 3.0 or higher

Note: The student may receive only one Student Aide elective credit.

As a Student Aide, the student has the opportunity to work in one of several campus offices (e.g., the front office, counseling office, etc.), in the library, or with individual teachers. The student assists the appropriate professionals completing duties as assigned. During the work experience, the student develops and demonstrates growing proficiency in communication, interpersonal, and workplace skills. Excellent attendance is required, and there is a mandatory final examination.

09501 - AF JROTC Aerospace Ed I

Grades 9-12

Fee: $25.00 per year

AFJROTC Aerospace Education I focuses on three components: Aerospace Science I: Aviation History, Leadership Education I: Introduction to AF JROTC, and Wellness. In the Aerospace Science component, the student examines the historical development of flight and the role of the military in history. In the Leadership Education component, the student examines a variety of topics including study habits, time management, wear of the uniform, Air Force customs and courtesies, and basic drill skills. In the Wellness component, cadets will be given the opportunity to put into practice the wellness concepts that are taught in Leadership Education. It consists of three exercise programs focused upon individual base line improvements with the goal of achieving a national standard as calculated by age and gender.

09502 - AF JROTC Aerospace Ed II

Prerequisite: Successful Completion of AF JROTC Aerospace Ed I

Grades 10-12

Fee: $25.00 per year

AFJROTC Aerospace Education II focuses on three components: Aerospace Science II: The Science of Flight, Leadership Education: Intercommunication Skills, and Wellness. In the Aerospace Science component, the student examines the aerospace environment, the human requirements of flight, principles of aircraft flight, and the principles of navigation. In the Leadership Education component, the student applies communication skills and applies planning and execution of corps projects. In the Wellness component, cadets will be given the opportunity to put into practice the wellness concepts that are taught in Leadership Education. It consists of three exercise programs focused upon individual base line improvements with the goal of achieving a national standard as calculated by age and gender.

09503 - AF JROTC Aerospace Ed III

Prerequisite: Successful Completion of AF JROTC Aerospace Education II

Grades 11-12

Fee: $25.00 per year

AFJROTC Aerospace Education III focuses on three components: Aerospace Science III: Exploration of Space, Leadership Education III: Life Skills, and Wellness. In the Aerospace Science component, the student examines the Earth, the Moon and planets, the latest advances in space technology, and continuing challenges of space and manned and unmanned issues critical to travel in the upper atmosphere. In the Leadership Education component, the student examines career pathways, financial planning, including real life issues, and citizenship rights and responsibilities. In the Wellness component, cadets will be given the opportunity to put into practice the wellness concepts that are taught in Leadership Education. It consists of three exercise programs focused upon individual base line improvements with the goal of achieving a national standard as calculated by age and gender.

09504 - AF JROTC Aerospace Ed IV

Prerequisite: Successful Completion of AF JROTC Aerospace Education III

Grade 12

Fee: $25.00 per year

AFJROTC Aerospace Education IV focuses on three components: Aerospace Science IV: Management of the Cadet Corp, Leadership Education IV: Principles of Management and Wellness. In the Aerospace Science component, hands-on experience affords cadets the opportunity to put theories of previous leadership courses into practice. Planning, organizing, coordinating, directing, controlling, and decision-making will be done by cadets. They will put into practice their communication, decision-making, personal-interaction, managerial, and organizational skills. In the Leadership Education component, the course provides exposure to the fundamentals of management. The text contains many leadership topics that will benefit students as well as provide them with some of the necessary skills needed to put into practice what they have learned during their time in AFJROTC. In the Wellness component, cadets will be given the opportunity to put into practice the wellness concepts that are taught in Leadership Education. It consists of three exercise programs focused upon individual base line improvements with the goal of achieving a national standard as calculated by age and gender.

09901 - Military Skills I (8th Period)

Co-requisite: Concurrent enrollment in any AF JROTC Aerospace Ed course.

Grades 9-12

Fee: $25.00 per year

Military Skills I introduces the cadet to fundamental skills necessary to compete against other cadets of the same or different services in competitions (e.g., drill, air rifle, color guard, physical fitness) and/or public performances throughout the year. The student gains communication and leadership skills. Areas of emphasis include, but are not limited to, marksmanship, drill and ceremony, color guard, physical fitness, and career exploration.

09902 - Military Skills II (8th Period)

Prerequisite: Successful Completion of Military Skills I

Co-requisite: Concurrent enrollment in any AF JROTC Aerospace Ed course.

Grades 10 - 12

Fee: $25.00 per year

Military Skills II builds on the fundamental skills necessary to compete against other cadets of the same or different services in competitions (e.g., drill, air rifle, color guard, physical fitness) and to participate in public performances throughout the year. The cadet enhances his or her communication and leadership skills by filling entry-level leadership positions. Areas of emphasis include, but are not limited to, marksmanship, drill and ceremony, color guard, physical fitness, and career exploration.

09903 - Military Skills III (8th Period)

Prerequisite: Successful Completion of Military Skills II

Co-requisite: Concurrent enrollment in any AF JROTC Aerospace Ed course.

Grades 11-12

Fee: $25.00 per year

In Military Skills III the cadet acquires and applies higher level skills necessary to compete against other cadets of the same or different services in competitions (e.g., drill, air rifle, color guard, physical fitness) and to participate in public performances throughout the year. The cadet employs leadership skills and techniques by assisting, instructing, and supervising Level I and Level II cadets. Areas of emphasis include, but are not limited to, marksmanship, drill and ceremony, color guard, physical fitness, and career exploration. Each JROTC program will meet the standards applicable to its service.

09904 - Military Skills IV (8th Period)

Prerequisite: Successful Completion of Military Skills III

Co-requisite: Concurrent enrollment in any AF JROTC Aerospace Ed course.

Grade 12

Fee: $25.00 per year

In Military Skills IV the cadet leads a team to compete against other cadets of the same or different services in competitions (e.g., drill, air rifle, color guard, physical fitness) and to participate in public performances throughout the year. The cadet employs leadership skills and techniques by assisting, instructing, and supervising cadets at Levels I, II, and III. Areas of emphasis include, but are not limited to, marksmanship, drill and ceremony, color guard, physical fitness, and career exploration. Each JROTC program will meet the standards applicable to its service.

66150 – AP Computer Science Principles

Prerequisite: None (Algebra I Highly Recommended)

Grades 10 - 12

The AP Computer Science Principles course is designed to be equivalent to a first- semester introductory college computing course. In this course, students will develop computational thinking skills vital for success across all disciplines, such as using computational tools to analyze and study data and working with large data sets to analyze, visualize, and draw conclusions from trends. The course engages students in the creative aspects of the field by allowing them to develop computational artifacts based on their interests. Students will also develop effective communication and collaboration skills by working individually and collaboratively to solve problems and will discuss and write about the impacts these solutions could have on their community, society, and the world. AP Computer Science Principles introduces students to the foundational concepts of computer science and challenges them to explore how computing and technology can impact the world. With a unique focus on creative problem solving and real-world applications, AP Computer Science Principles prepares students for college and career. This course is intended to prepare students for the optional Advanced Placement Exam in this subject and should follow the published College Board guidelines.

53012 - Service Learning - Year 1

Grades 9-12

Service Learning and Community Service are designed to provide the student with opportunities to use academic lessons in a real-world context. This course develops skills and abilities in problem solving, decision making, critical analysis, collaborations, and team building. The goal is for the student to design one or more service projects that engages him/her in action research and that identifies a community need. Through this process, he/she enhances his/her social, personal, and career development and gains a sense of civic responsibility and understanding of diversity and mutual respect among all participants. Areas of study include, but are not limited to, preparation and planning, research, action, celebration, and evaluation. Literacy strategies are integrated throughout the course. Skills and knowledge acquired in this course can be applied to the Human Services career cluster.

At Sandia, this course is affiliated with the Best Buddies club.

53010 - Community Service - Year 2 - Amigos

53060 - Community Service - Year 3 - Amigos

53063 - Community Service - Year 4 - Amigos

Grades 10-12

Service Learning and Community Service are designed to provide the student with opportunities to use academic lessons in a real-world context. This course develops skills and abilities in problem solving, decision making, critical analysis, collaborations, and team building. The goal is for the student to design one or more service projects that engages him/her in action research and that identifies a community need. Through this process, he/she enhances his/her social, personal, and career development and gains a sense of civic responsibility and understanding of diversity and mutual respect among all participants. Areas of study include, but are not limited to, preparation and planning, research, action, celebration, and evaluation. Literacy strategies are integrated throughout the course. Skills and knowledge acquired in this course can be applied to the Human Services career cluster.

At Sandia, this course is affiliated with the Best Buddies club.

53020 - Defensive Driving

Prerequisite: Students must be 15 years of age or turn 15 years of age by the last official day of this semester course.

Grades 9-12

Semester-long course; .5 credit

The course is taught during an after-school 8th hour period.

Students do not pre-register for this course. Students will sign up for this course on the first day that it is taught each semester.

Defensive Driving is designed for students who have not yet applied for a New Mexico driver’s license. The course offers classroom experience only and provides students with the knowledge needed to become safe drivers on America’s roadways. The student examines important topics including legal obligations and responsibility, rules of the road and traffic procedures, safe driving strategies and practices, and physical and mental factors that affect a driver’s capability (including alcohol and other drugs). Successful completion of the course qualifies the student for a certificate required by the state from all first- time applicants for a New Mexico driver’s license.

51211 - Ethnic Studies

Grades 11-12

This course explores the social, political, historical, and cultural experiences of ethnicities, genders, classes and /or ability groups. As it impacts self-identity, the student will engage in self-discovery while gaining an understanding of the multi-faceted world around them.