Electives

9th, 10th, 11th or 12th Grade

Semester or Year Long Course

This course assists students new to high school and/or student leadership in developing leadership skills and personal character. It is designed for students who want to take an active role in positively impacting the school environment in which they live and who want to develop skills for school, community & careers. Course objectives include developing strong communication, organization, community-building, and problem-solving skills. Leadership styles, group process, and character development will be practiced through experiential learning and media. Instruction is based on the “Character Strong” curriculum. 

10th, 11th or 12th Grade

Year Long Course

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Intro to Leadership, or     holding an ASB position

This class is designed for students who want to be highly involved at West Valley in a positive way that supports ALL students. This class is fundamentally centered on character development and builds on basic leadership concepts such as: interpersonal communication, project management, student government, and organization. Additional emphasis is placed on the practical application of these concepts through planning and implementing student activities to maintain and improve WVHS’s culture and climate through the support of all curricular and extracurricular activities. Students are expected to be self-motivated and willing to commit time to leadership projects & activities outside of the school day, and to serve as positive role models and respectful representatives of West Valley High School. Instruction is based on the “Character Strong” curriculum.