Other Electives
YEARBOOK
Students selected for this class are involved in the design, layout, and production of the school's yearbook, writing of stories and captions, photography, candid and group events, design and layout of section pages and the overall editorial theme of each year's book. Course may be repeated for credit with permission. This course meets the UC/CSU a-g requirements in the following category: (g) – College Preparatory Elective. Course Prerequisite: Grades 9-12; Advisor's signature needed, GPA of 3.0 or above; high student motivation; positive attitude
OFFICE AIDE/LIBRARY AIDE
Students that desire to be an office aide must have good grades, attendance, and no disciplinary entries on their student screen. Students in these positions are asked to assist in the day-to-day operations of the offices on our campus. This includes answering phones in a polite and professional manner, taking passes out to classes without disturbing classes, and assisting in the numerous other tasks that an office manager is asked to do . A maximum of fifteen credits may be counted towards graduation.Course Prerequisite: Counselor approval, Grades 11-12
DRIVER EDUCATION
Driver Education is the state required course that needs to be completed before a student can take the written test for the driver's permit issued at 15 ½ years of age. This course will cover rules of the road, safety and right-of-way regulations as they pertain to the state's Department of Motor Vehicles materials.
PEP SQUAD
Students develop skills in yell leading, song, mascots, and precision drill team. They will develop routines for games, rallies, assemblies, half-time shows, and competitions. The group also develops routines for the next year’s tryouts. Prerequisite: Tryout the previous spring and physical exam on file. Students considering this course should be aware of the requirement of a commitment of time – mornings, evenings, and some weekends.
LINK CREW
Link Crew Leadership strives to increase in students a sense of community, academic commitment, and positive social school climate. Link Crew helps 9th graders successfully transition into high school. The Link Crew Leadership Class provides time to design and implement connections for current freshmen through both academic and social follow-ups and to learn valuable leadership skills through a variety of classroom activities. Students learn skills including written, interpersonal, and intrapersonal communication, team-building, agenda setting, presentation/facilitation, time management, health and balance, and the closure method. Through the curriculum, students are trained to act as team leaders, motivators, role models, and peer facilitators who provide support to their freshman “crew” throughout the year. This course meets the UC/CSU a-g requirements in the following category: (g) – College Preparatory Elective.
ASB/STUDENT LEADERSHIP
This course is mandatory for all student body officers and ASB appointed positions. These students serve as the student government for Bellflower High School and should be role models for their peers. Their role as leadership students should embody school spirit and BUC Pride. The course will introduce students to the elements of sound organizational and administrative skills and the preparation to implement them with integrity and forthrightness. This course is open to a limited number of students.This course meets the UC/CSU a-g requirements in the following category: (g) – College Preparatory Elective. Course Prerequisite: Students need a 2.0 G.P.A.; good attendance and have no discipline issues.