Santa Margarita
Catholic High
School
CLASS OF 2017
SCHEDULING NIGHT
Tuesday
April 16, 2013
7:00 p.m.
* * * PROGRAM * * *
Opening Prayer & Welcome
Mr. Raymond Dunne
Principal
President
Mr. Paul Carey
Admissions Director
Mr. Ron Blanc
Director of Assessment &
Online Learning
Mr. Sean Basford
Format of the Evening
Dr. Mary Beth Dougherty
Asst. Principal,
Curriculum & Instruction
Academic Presentations
Department Chairs
DEPARTMENT CHAIRS & DIRECTORS
Religion
English
Math
Science
Social Studies
World Languages
Visual Arts
Performing Arts
PE
Interdisciplinary Triad
Auxiliary Studies
Maria Johnson
Lyn Alexander
Carol Smith
Teresa Villa
Tessa Fleming
Tom Gerlach
Meredith Moody
Francisco Calvo (Bri Blonigan)
Doug Williams
Doris Gatfield
Mary Manese
COUNSELING DEPARTMENT
A–D
E-K
L–Q
R–S
T–Z
Freshman Counselors
IB Counselor
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Daron Gallina
Kris Jondle
Erica MacDougall
Alyssa Flynn
Kerry Vicencia
Wende Borowski
Dana Reyes
Lyn Alexander
Department Chairs, Directors, and Faculty will be available for
questions after the program.
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Santa Margarita Catholic High School
Important Dates to Remember
Freshman Class of 2017
MANDATORY ACADEMIC MEETINGS:
Incoming Freshman Scheduling Night – Tuesday, April 16, 2013 – 7:00 p.m., Gym
CLASS PLACEMENT EXAMS:
English Honors Placement
Thursday, May 2, 2013
or
Thursday, May 9, 2013
3:00 – 4:00 p.m.
3:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Room B220
Room B220
Note: This exam is only for students who registered after February 25th or who took the HSPT
test at another high school other than SMCHS.
Spanish Honors Placement
Thursday, May 2, 2013
Tuesday, May 7, 2013
3:00 p.m.
Rooms S201-S212
Latin & Greek Grammar Test – All Levels
Thursday, May 2, 2013
Tuesday, May 7, 2013
3:00 p.m.
Rooms S208
Chinese Placement Test – Level 2 & 3
Thursday, May 2, 2013
Tuesday, May 7, 2013
3:00 p.m.
Rooms S209
MODEL UNITED NATIONS PROGRAM:
Students who wish to sign up for MUN we recommend you meet the Health requirement by taking
Health online in Summer School prior to your freshman year or as an elective. There are two
summer school sessions to choose from: 1st session – June 24th to July 12th . 2nd session –
July 2nd to July 19th.
Incoming Freshman Summer Prep: June 24 – July 19, 2013
SMCHS Course Description Book and Elective Brochure can be found on our website:
www.smhs.org - under Academics/Course Information.
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Who do I talk to about…..
You can email all teachers by going to www.smhs.org /Faculty & Staff Directory and click
on “Send E-Mail” next to teacher’s name.
Main School Number: 949-766-6000
Main Fax Number: 949-766-6005
ATP/CEEB Code: 052563
ACADEMICS:
Who do I talk to about conflict or concern with a teacher?
Your first contact must be the teacher. If unresolved you should contact the
Department Chair. The preference for contact would be email. If you have not resolved
your issues the next step would be to contact Dr. Dougherty’s office at 766-6010 or
email [email protected]
Who do I talk to about the content of a class, or the material used in a class?
Class teacher first. Department Chair of the particular department second.
Email is the best way to contact the teacher or Department Chair.
Department Chairs:
Religion – Mrs. Maria Johnson – [email protected]
English – Mrs. Lyn Alexander – [email protected]
Math – Mrs. Carol Smith – [email protected]
Science/Health – Mrs. Teresa Villa – [email protected]
Social Studies – Ms. Tessa Fleming – [email protected]
World Language – Mr. Tom Gerlach – [email protected]
Visual Arts – Mrs. Meredith Moody – [email protected]
Performing Arts – Mr. Francisco Calvo – [email protected]
P.E. – Mr. Doug Williams – [email protected]
Who do I talk to if my child is having trouble in a particular class or needs tutoring?
Your first contact should be the teacher. You may email any teacher by “last name first
[email protected]”. If unresolved please contact your child’s counselor.
Who do I talk to about the Interdisciplinary (ID) program?
Mrs. Doris Gatfield – extension 4000 or 766-6000, extension 4000 or email
[email protected]
Who do I talk to about the International Baccalaureate program (IB)?
Mrs. Lyn Alexander – IB Coordinator – extension 1033 or 766-6033 or email
[email protected]
Who do I talk to about Advanced Placement classes (AP)?
Mr. Daron Gallina – AP Coordinator – 766-6010 or email [email protected]
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Who do I contact about the SAT prep class?
Mr. Gary Fox – Math teacher – extension 4044 or 766-6000 extension 4044 or
email [email protected]
Who do I talk to about registering for SAT?
The quickest and simplest way to register is to go to www.collegeboard.com
and use a personal account (called a My Organizer account).
SAT Registration Booklets are available in the Counseling Department if you prefer to
register by mail.
Who do I talk to about my student’s learning disabilities?
ASP (Auxiliary Studies Program) Mrs. Mary Manese extension 1085
or 766-6085 or email [email protected]
Who do I talk to about NHS (National Honor Society)?
Mr. Mark Van Ness – Science Teacher – extension 4064 or 766-6000 ext. 4064 or email
[email protected]
Mrs. Coleen Barry – English Teacher – extension 4171 or 766-6000 ext. 4171 or email
[email protected]
Who do I talk to about CSF (California Scholarship Federation)?
Mrs. Kristen Osborne-Bartucca – Social Studies teacher – extension 4011 or 766-6000 extension
4011 or email [email protected]
Ms. Lindsay Allen – Social Studies teacher – extension 4136 or 766-6000 extension 4136
or email [email protected]
Who do I talk to about MUN (Model United Nations)?
Mr. John Remmell – Social Studies teacher – extension 4067 or 766-6000 extension 4067
or email [email protected]
Who do I talk to about homework if my student is absent?
Check teachers’ website and if not posted, email the teachers.
ACTIVITIES:
Who do I talk to about Student Council (ASB) activities?
Activities – Mr. Sammer Darwazeh– extension 1050 or 766-6050 or email
[email protected]
Who do I talk to about extracurricular clubs and activities?
Activities Department – Mr. Sammer Darwazeh – extension 1050 or 766-6050 or email
[email protected]
Who do I talk to about event tickets?
Activities Department – extension 1050 or 766-6050
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Who do I talk to about ETV announcements?
Activities Department – extension 1050 or 766-6050
ADMISSIONS:
Who do I talk to about my child coming to Santa Margarita or transferring to Santa
Margarita?
Admissions Office – Mr. Ron Blanc – extension 1076 or 766-6076 or email
[email protected]
Who do I talk to about admission procedures or Freshman Entrance Exam dates?
Admissions Office – Mr. Ron Blanc – extension 1076 or 766-6076 or email
[email protected]
Who do I talk to about International Students?
International Student Coordinator – Mr. Jeff Reinert – extension 1047 or 766-6047 or
email [email protected]
ATHLETICS:
Who do I talk to about a conflict or concern with an athletic coach?
You must talk to the coach first. If unresolved you should contact Mr. Rich Schaaf,
Athletic Director – extension 1061 or 766-6061 or email [email protected]
Who do I talk to about athletic eligibility?
Student’s coach
Who do I talk to about physicals and forms for athletic teams?
Athletic Department – Head Trainer – Mr. Mike Kingsbury – 766-6000 extension 2212
or [email protected]
Who do I talk to if my child didn’t make a sports team and I would like some clarification?
Head coach of team.
Who do I talk to about the sports calendar and the starting/ending dates for various
sports?
Athletic Office – Mrs. Pam Moen – extension 1062 or 766-6062 or email
[email protected]
Who do I talk to about Athletic tickets?
Athletic Office - extension 1065 or 766-6065
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ATTENDANCE/DISCIPLINE:
Who do I talk to if I need to pick up my child during the school day?
Attendance Office – Mrs. Susan Bremer – extension 1020 or 766-6020 or email
[email protected]
Mrs. Andrea Aldridge – extension 1028 or 766-6028 or email [email protected]
Who do I talk to about dress codes or detentions?
Dean’s Office – extension 1020 or 766-6020
Who do I talk to about suspensions or discipline problems?
Deans’ Office – extension 1020 or 766-6020
Deans:
A - L - Mr. John Fitzpatrick
M - Z – Mrs. Jill Hegna
Academic Dishonesty – Mr. Jerry Holloway
Who do I talk to about absences and tardies?
Attendance Office – Mrs. Susan Bremer – extension 1020 or 766-6020 or email
[email protected]
Who do I talk to if I have concerns or questions about the school’s alcohol and drug policy?
Mr. Jerry Holloway –Dean – extension 1020 or 766-6020 or email
[email protected]
Who do I talk to about theft/vandalism?
Deans’ Office – extension 1020 or 766-6020
Who do I talk to about Parking Permits?
Deans’ Office – extension 1020 or 766-6020
ADVANCEMENT OFFICE:
Who do I talk to about school fundraisers, community events, and donations?
Advancement Office – extension 1080 or 766-6080 or click here to e-mail.
Who do I talk to about the Capital Campaign?
Advancement Office – extension 1080 or 766-6080 or click here to e-mail.
BUSINESS OFFICE:
Who do I talk to about tuition and financial assistance?
Business Office – Mrs. Chris Rodda – extension 1051 or 766-6051 or email
[email protected]
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Who do I talk to about Custodial (Booster) Accounts?
Business Office – Mrs. Michelle Lencioni – extension 1056 or email
[email protected]
CAMPUS MINISTRY:
Who do I talk to about Christian Service hours or Campus Ministry?
Christian Service – Mrs. Peg Dzida extension 1514 or 766-6000, extension 1514 or
email [email protected]
Campus Ministry – Mrs. Nancy Hormuth – Director – extension 1513 or 766-6000
extension 1513 or email [email protected]
Who do I talk to about Retreats and Kairos?
Mr. Francis Calbildo – Retreats Coordinator – ext. 1517 or 766-6000 extension 1517 or
email [email protected]
COUNSELING:
Who do I talk to about my child’s class schedule?
Your first contact should be their Counselor
A-D – Mr. Daron Gallina – extension 1010 or 766-6010 or email [email protected]
E-K – Mr. Kris Jondle – extension 1010 or 766-6010 or email [email protected]
L-Q - Ms. Erica MacDougall – ext. 1010 or 766-6010 or email [email protected]
R-S – Mrs. Alyssa Flynn – extension 1010 or 766-6010 or email [email protected]
T-Z – Mrs. Kerry Vicencia – extension 1010 or 766-6010 or email [email protected]
Freshmen A-K – Mrs. Wende Borowski – ext. 1010 or 766-6010 or email
[email protected]
Freshmen L-Z – Mrs. Dana Reyes – ext. 1010 or 766-6010 or email [email protected]
IB Full Diploma – Mrs. Lyn Alexander – extension 1033 or 766-6033 or email
[email protected]
Who do I talk to if I have concerns about my child’s well-being?
Your first contact should be your child’s counselor.
A-D – Mr. Daron Gallina – extension 1010 or 766-6010 or email [email protected]
E-K – Mr. Kris Jondle – extension 1010 or 766-6010 or email [email protected]
L-Q - Ms. Erica MacDougall – ext 1010 or 766-6010 or email [email protected]
R-S – Mrs. Alyssa Flynn – extension 1010 or 766-6010 or email [email protected]
T-Z - Mrs. Kerry Vicencia – ext 1010 or 766-6010 or email [email protected]
Freshmen A-K – Mrs. Wende Borowski – ext 1010 or 766-6010 or email
[email protected]
Freshmen L-Z – Mrs. Dana Reyes – ext. 1010 or 766-6010 or email [email protected]
IB Full Diploma – Mrs. Lyn Alexander – extension 1033 or 766-6033 or email
[email protected]
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Who do I contact about tutors?
NHS offers tutoring on Tuesday mornings at 7:00 am in C108 and Thursday mornings at
7:00 am in B208 (except second Thursday of the month).
Who do I talk to about Work Permits?
Counseling Department Secretary – Ms. Gerry Balser – extension 1010 or 766-6010
or Mrs. Cheryl Dopudja – extension 1011 or 766-6011
NURSE:
Who do I contact about my child’s medical history or medical problems?
Nurse’s Office – Rebecca Wood – Nurse – extension 1029 or 766-6029 or email
[email protected] or Lisa Volpo – Nurse – extension 1029 or 766-6029 or email
[email protected]
ONLINE LEARNING & SUMMER SCHOOL:
Who do I talk to about Summer School?
Director of Online Learning - Mr. Sean Basford – 766-6000, extension 1091 or email
[email protected]
Secretary – Mrs. Maria Kovaleff - extension 1093 or 766-6093 or email
[email protected]
REGISTRAR:
Who do I talk to if I need transcripts or official records?
Transcripts for former students - Registrar’s Office – Mrs. Margie Mosman extension
1094 or 766-6094 or email [email protected]
Transcripts for current students – Counseling Office – Mrs. Cheryl Dopudja extension
1011 or 766-6011 or email [email protected]
You can also go on-line to download the transcript request form.
STUDENT SERVICES:
Who do I talk to about the school calendar, including questions about vacations dates and
planning?
Student Services – Mrs. Kim Howard – extension 1120 or
713-4300 or email [email protected] or all of the latest information is on the website
under “School Calendar”
Who do I contact if I need my child’s codes to go into ABI Grades?
Student Services – Mrs. Kim Howard – extension 1120 or 713-4300 or email
[email protected]
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Who do I talk to about the use of school facilities?
E-mail [email protected]
MISCELLANEOUS:
Who do I talk to about Scrip?
Front Office – Catherine Hassen – extension 1004 or 766-6004
Who do I talk to about uniforms?
Westway Uniform Company - 949-766-6000 extension 1099
Email: [email protected] or Website: www.westwayuniforms.com
Who do I talk to about the Library?
General Information – extension 1070 or 766-6070
Ms. Jolene Finn– Librarian – extension 1071 or 766-6071 or email
[email protected]
Ms. Maricar Laudato – Asst. Librarian – extension 1068 or 766-6068 or email
[email protected]
Who do I talk to about books?
Eagle’s Nest Bookstore – Mrs. Carol Gabbert - extension 1075 or 766-6075
Who do I talk to about Lost and Found?
Eagle’s Nest Bookstore – extension 1075 or 766-6075
Who do I talk to about the yearbook?
Mrs. Meredith Moody – Yearbook Coordinator – extension 4012 or 766-6000 extension
4012 or email [email protected]
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RELIGION DEPARTMENT
Mission Statement
The Religion Department supports personal inquiry into the religious dimensions of human existence,
centered on Catholic faith and the person of Christ, to impart an understanding of Catholicism for all
students, and to foster a Catholic identity for our Catholic students.
Our mission is:
• To develop a commitment and/or an attraction to the teachings and values of Jesus.
• To promote an understanding of the tenets of Catholic faith, of our sacramental nature, of the Sacred
Scriptures, and of Catholic social teaching.
• To develop a sensitivity to the religious thought, practices, and moral systems of non-Catholic
Christians and non-Christian faiths, in light of the pluralistic nature of society and of our own school
community.
• To promote a critical understanding of religious ways of thinking, of doctrine, of applied spirituality to
daily living, and of the ability to reflect ethically on faith-based living.
Curriculum
In alignment with the directives of the Bishop of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Orange, the Religion
Curriculum at SMCHS is in transition to the Curriculum Framework unanimously adopted by the U.S.
bishops. In the year 2013-2014, all the grades except seniors will have completed the transition.
We have adopted a textbook series, the Living in Christ series from St. Mary's Press, which has been
approved by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops.
Semester/Course Title
Course Objectives
1—Christ: The Eternal Word
Multiple sources of Revelation are explored
with the focus being on Scripture to engage
students in an inquiry into the life, ministry,
death and resurrection of Jesus Christ.
2—Christ: Who is Jesus?
Investigating Tradition, the Church, and the
Incarnation further develops student
understanding of the person of Jesus Christ in
the context of Grace and the Kingdom of God.
3—The Mission of Jesus Christ
By connecting the story of the Fall, the
Promise of a Savior, and the Passion, Death,
and Resurrection of Jesus, students explore
God’s plan and invitation to relationship and
our response.
4—Christ’s Mission Continues in the Church
Students grow to understand that in and
through the Church, we encounter Jesus
Christ and, as the living Body of Christ
sustained by the Holy Spirit, we continue
Christ’s work in the world.
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5—Sacraments: Privileged Encounters with
Jesus Christ (with an IB sequence section)
Students understand sacraments as
opportunities to encounter Christ in a full and
real way, reflecting on the nature and efficacy
of sacraments in their lives as part of the
universal sacrament of the Church.
In the IB sequence of this course, students
build a foundational understanding of Plato,
Augustine, Aristotle, and Aquinas to
comprehend the philosophical foundations of
the concept of sacrament.
6—Morality: Life in Christ
Students understand that morality is a loving
response to God, sustained by the model of
Jesus Christ who shows us how to live as
people made in the image of God. They learn
the moral concepts and precepts that govern
our lives as disciples.
6—Critical Reflections on the Philosophical
Foundations of Religion (IB sequence only)
Students investigate the complementary roles
of reason and faith in approaching the
questions of “Who are we? Why am I here? Is
there an afterlife? What is my purpose in life?”
(Fides et Ratio, 1998). These course
questions are examined through the lens of
classic, medieval, modern, and contemporary
philosophy to explore what it means to be a
human being and a person of faith.
Additionally, students pursue the questions of
free will and God’s existence.
7—World Religions
Addresses how the questions and issues of
life are addressed by the major religions with a
focus on: Hinduism, Buddhism, Judaism,
Islam, and Christianity. By looking at other
faith traditions, students come to a richer
appreciation of their own.
7—Christian Leadership (Peer Ministry)
Forms students in principles of leadership, to
help prepare them to go into the larger world
as servant leaders. Students help to plan and
prepare school liturgies and other spiritual
activities, as well as lead retreats.
7—Philosophy HL 2 IB
Extends and deepens students’ engagement
in philosophical modes of reasoning and
argumentation using classical, medieval,
modern, and contemporary philosophers to
examine God’s existence and our relationship
with the divine, free will, suffering and the
question of evil, being human and ethical.
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8—Prayer and Spirituality
Issues of spirituality and secularism are
explored, responding to the spiritual hunger in
young people and preparing them to being
young adult lives in which they reconcile the
worldviews of many competing systems with
being a person of faith in the world. Students
learn about various Christian spiritual practices
and prayers, and are introduced to spiritual
writing.
8—World Spirituality (Peer Ministry)
Various spiritual traditions and practices,
including those of Judaism, Christianity,
Hinduism, Buddhism, and Islam. Students
prepare for their roles as servant leaders in a
pluralistic world by connecting Church
teaching to the teachings of various religious
traditions, looking at the intellectual and
spiritual insights of each.
8—Philosophy HL 2 IB
Extends and deepens students’ engagement
in philosophical modes of reasoning and
argumentation using classical, medieval,
modern, and contemporary philosophers to
examine God’s existence and our relationship
with the divine, free will, suffering and the
question of evil, being human and ethical.
Besides our course objectives and sequence, the Religion Department:
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Works closely with Campus Ministry to prepare for our prayer experiences and to help
students prepare meaningfully for the celebration of school liturgies.
Incorporates learning outcomes from the diocesan Safe Environment curriculum to help
ensure students are able to self-advocate and be pro-active in creating and participating
in Christian pro-social and safe environments.
Helps students connect their learning to their lives through Christian Service projects and
reflection, as well as through various learning experiences.
Helps students unpack our school charism of Caritas Christi to discover what that means
in their living, both at school and in non-school contexts.
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Campus Ministry
“Let no one look down on you because of your youth,
but be a continual example of Love, Faith,
and Purity to believers” 1 Timothy 4: 1 2
Campus Ministry of SMCHS seeks to guide
young people, faculty/staff and parents in
the call to holiness and service to others by
helping
them
develop
a
personal
relationship with Jesus Christ through
Scripture, in the life and teachings of the
Catholic Church and in their prayer to be
examples of “Caritas Christi.” This is
accomplished through:
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School Masses
Sports Team Masses
Morning Masses
Prayer Services
Reconciliation Services
On Campus Retreats
Eucharistic Adoration
Faith Fridays
Leadership Training
Senior Pilgrimage
Pastoral Care
RCIA Inquiry
Bereavement Groups
CM Fellowship-CMF
1.To empower young people to live
as disciples of Jesus Christ in our
world today.
Campus Ministry helps these young people
learn what it means to follow Jesus Christ and
be models of Caritas Christi; to live as his
disciples today, empowering them to serve
others and to work toward a world built on the
vision and values of the reign of God.
 Peer Ministry Classes
 Christian Service
*Grade Level Projects
*Loaves and Fishes
*Lobby Day
*Special Olympics
*Next Step
* Immersion Trips
*Service Learning
 Kairos Senior Retreat
 Grade Level Retreats
 Adult Faith Formation
*Parent Faith Formation
*Faculty/Staff Faith
Formation
2. To draw young people to
responsible participation in the
life, mission, and work of the
Catholic faith community.
Campus Ministry recognizes the importance of
faith communities (home, parish, school) in
helping young people grow in their faith as
they experience life here at SMCHS and
participate in the mission of Jesus Christ and
his Church.
3. To foster the total personal and
spiritual growth of each young
person.
Campus Ministry promotes the growth of
healthy, competent, caring and faith-filled
Catholic young people. It fosters positive
adolescent development and growth in both
Christian discipleship and Catholic identity by
addressing the students’ unique developmental,
social, and religion.
From-“Renewing the Vision”- USCCB
Campus Ministry Staff
Peer Ministry students
Their serve to the SM Community is
Caritas Christi in Action.
I learned from those who are less fortunate than me that
everyone is created equally by God and should be given the
same respect as anyone else. I learned to love others and
myself in the place where the poor hang out. 10th Grader
Nancy Hormuth, Director
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Margaret (Peg) Dzida, Assistant Director/Service x1514
Francis Cabildo, Assistant Director/Retreat
x1517
Sacred Heart Sisters, SDSH
Sr. Virginia Stewart, Faith Formation
Margaret Diorio, Administrative Assistant
Annette Melosini, Administrative Assistant
x1519
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Campus Ministry
Santa Margarita Catholic High School
22062 Antonio Parkway Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
Phone: (949)766-6000 ext. 1515 www.smhs.org
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Santa Margarita Catholic High School
English I Honors Placement Policy
ENGLISH DEPARTMENT FRESHMAN PLACEMENT POLICY
Placement in English 1 Honors is based on the Entrance Exam (High School Placement
Test or HSPT) or performance on the writing portion of the Entrance Exam.
A student is automatically placed in English 1 Honors if he/she achieved all three
minimum standard scores on the HSPT Entrance Exam as follows:
Verbal Score
580 or higher
Reading Score
600 or higher
Language Score
600 or higher
For those students who do not achieve the minimum standard scores in Verbal,
Reading, and Language and are still interested in English I Honors, their writing sample
on the Entrance Test will be used to assess their placement in English 1 Honors.
Evaluated by several English honors teachers, a qualified writing sample . . .
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Addresses all parts of the prompt
Provides a meaningful thesis
Illustrates a sense of organization and analytical thought
Supports the thesis and main ideas with specific, detailed
examples
Demonstrates a general sense of audience
Contains minimal errors in mechanics
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SMCHS Summer Reading List 2013-2014
During the first week of class in September, you will address the required summer reading books
and be assessed on them. Please note that movie versions of these novels are often significantly different
from the source books. Please buy only the versions with the ISBN numbers listed below. It is
important that your copy match your teacher's and your classmates' copies. You must bring the books the
first day of class in September. It is useful to keep a reading log or journal as you read, make notes about
the characters, plot, setting, and your feelings about the novels.
Summer reading books are not available for purchase in the Eagles’ Nest Bookstore but can be
purchased from local bookstores. Local bookstores will gladly order any book not in stock. Books can also
be purchased from a variety of Internet booksellers including:
http://www.alibris.com
http://www.barnesandnoble.com
http://www.amazon.com
Incoming 9th Grade
English 1
The Secret Life of Bees
Sue Monk Kidd
Penguin
ISBN 978-0142001745
Please download the reading comprehension packet for The Secret Life of the Bees from the SMCHS
website, complete the assignment, and be prepared to turn in the packet on the first day of school. Also,
be sure to download the “Guide to Active Reading” from the SMCHS website. You should annotate your
novel using this guide as you read.
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English I Honors (The English Department will notify you if you have been placed in Honors.)
The Odyssey
Homer
Fagles
ISBN 978-0143039952
Please download a "Guide to Active Reading" from the SMCHS website. You will be tested on the epic
during the first week of class. During the first six weeks of school, you will write an essay about the epic.
Keep a reading log for Odyssey. The reading log should be handwritten, organized by chapter. Each
chapter should contain the following information: characters who actually appear in each chapter,
summary of major events in each chapter, two memorable quotes from each chapter, including page
number for each quote, and your response (feelings, insight, opinion, interpretation) to each quote. It is
best to allow about one month to do this assignment and to do it three or four chapters at-a-time. The
reading log is required of all students who are enrolled in English IH. Here is a sample entry:
Book 1
Characters:
Events:
Quote 1 :
Response 1:
Quote 2:
Response 2:
Zeus, Athena, Telemachus, Penelope, Antinous, Eurymachus, Eurycleia
Athena inspires Telemachus to search for his father, Odysseus.
“Sing to me of the man, Muse, the man of twists and turns.” P. 77
This quote shows how Odysseus is a man of action. We are in for quite an adventure.
“You must not cling to your boyhood any longer—it’s time you were a man.” p.87
Athena, disguised as Mentor, tells Telemachus to grow up. Is she talking to me too?
You should also read actively by highlighting, annotating, and making marginal notes. There are
instructions for annotating a text on the SMCHS website.
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SMCHS Guide to Active Reading
Reading is an active process. It takes more than just
decoding words to really understand what you read.
Use these tips to boost your reading comprehension.
1. Annotate
Record your reactions to and questions directly in the margins of
the book. Highlight significant passages.
2. Reread
Reread passages that seem difficult.
3. Keep a journal
or reading log
4. Consult a
Dictionary
Make notes about each chapter on a piece of paper. Include quotes and
your feelings about the quote.
Look up words you do not know. Write a synonym in the margin.
5. Preview
Learn about the book before you read it. Read the Introduction, Preface, dust
jacket, front and back covers, or review of the book on the Internet or an
analysis in reference books such as the Gale Series in the library.
6. Outline
List the main idea of each chapter or section to discover how the
book is organized.
7. Summarize
Write a passage that presents the main idea of the chapter or
book.
8. Paraphrase
Use your own words to restate what you have read.
9. Question
Ask yourself questions and answer those questions as you read.
10. Visualize
Try to imagine the sights, sounds. smells, feelings, and tastes in book.
11. Predict
Try to anticipate what is likely to happen.
12. Connect
Think of other things you’ve already read that are similar to the text you
are reading; Try to think of events in your life or feelings that you’ve had
that are similar to the ones in the text you are reading.
13. Respond
Consider how the text makes you fee.
14. Contextualize
Place the work in an appropriate historical and cultural context.
What was going on in the world when the book was written/published?
15. Reflect
What do your responses to the work reveal about your own
16. Explore
Language
17. Look for
patterns
18. Compare and
Contrast
“Why is a character secretive?” “I wonder why it rains so much.”
attitudes?
Examine how style (diction, detail, imagery, symbol, figurative
language) affects the meaning of the work.
Are there clues about what the work values/disregards? Do characters or
plot seem to be reinforcing an idea or repeating in some way?
Does the work seem like any other you’ve read?
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AND
565 or better
600 or better
470 - 599
= Algebra 1 Honors
= Algebra 1
= summer school required
= Algebra 1
Student Placement
AND
625 or better
610 or better
470 - 609
=Algebra 2 Honors
=Algebra 2
Students may waive Geometry by satisfying the following requirements:
 One complete year of a high-school equivalent Geometry course in middle school with B or better
OR
470 – 624
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------If student completed one complete year of a high-school equivalent Algebra 1 course in middle school with B or better:
OR
470 – 564
Below 470
Below 470
OR
Quantitative Skills
Math Basic Skills
Students are placed in their Math Class based on their scores on the HSPT Exam as follows:
Mathematics Department
*Revised 2/13
SANTA MARGARITA CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL
Freshman Placement Policy
Santa Margarita Catholic High School
Mathematics Department
Algebra 2 and Algebra 2 Honors Testing

All students in Algebra 2 and Algebra 2 Honors classes will take an exam on the second day of the
first week of school. This test will assess a subset of the Common Core Standards for Algebra 1.
The standards assessed on this exam are considered presumed foundational knowledge and
concepts by the Santa Margarita Math Department with success in an Algebra 2 level course highly
dependent on mastery of these concepts.

The outcome of this exam is two-fold: 1) This exam will count as a test grade and 2) there will be a
minimum benchmark score which will be used to determine proper final placement at the Algebra 2
level. There will be two different benchmark scores; one score for students in Algebra 2 and a
higher benchmark score for students in in Algebra 2 Honors. Final placement decisions will be
outlined as below:
Grade
Level
Freshman
Initial Placement
Benchmark Result
Algebra 2 Honors
Algebra 2 Honors benchmark-MET
Algebra 2 Honors benchmark-NOT MET
BUT, Algebra 2 benchmark- IS MET
Algebra 2 Honors benchmark-NOT MET
AND Algebra 2 benchmark-NOT MET
Algebra 2 benchmark –IS MET
Algebra 2 benchmark-NOT MET
Algebra 2
Final
Placement
Algebra 2 Honors
Algebra 2 or
Algebra 1 Honors*
Algebra 1 Honors
Algebra 2
Algebra 1
 Sophomores who do not meet the benchmark will be informed, as well as their parents, of the
specific areas of weakness and encouraged to get help in those areas.
 A sample exam will be posted on the Math Department Web Page along with the specific
standards that are assessed by each question. This sample will be very similar in format to the
actual test administered and will contain questions that are similar to the questions on the actual
test. Also listed is a website resource for student practice.
 It is recommended that the student spend time during the summer taking the practice exam
and reviewing on his/her own for the exam.
 No calculator is required nor allowed on the exam.
*The Math Department recommendation will be Algebra 1 Honors, however; because the Algebra 2 benchmark has been met, the student and parent may
opt for Algebra 2.
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or better
Algebra 1
Strong A (95% or above)
Algebra 2
Strong A (95% or above)
above
Geometry
Precalculus
Auxiliary Classes ONLY open to students in the ASP Program
*prior sum school required with C
Algebra 1 (Aux)
Algebra 2 (Aux)
Geometry A (Aux)
Geometry B (Aux)
IB Math Studies SL
AP Calculus AB
or AP Statistics
Statistics, Trig (Sem Course), Prob & Stats (Sem Course)
Financial Algebra (Sem Course)
Other Senior Level Courses




A
AP Calculus BC
IB Mathematics SL
A
AP Calculus AB
or AP Statistics
IB Math HL 2 & IB Further Mathematics HL 2
no letter grade indicated reflects prerequisite of C or better
grades of C or below in Honors result in column movement left
Additional option is Algebra 2 Honors, Geometry, IB Math Studies
Additional option is Algebra 1 ID or Algebra 2 ID (Interdisciplinary
Program)
Algebra 1 Honors
Algebra 2 Honors
Geometry Honors
Precalculus Honors
Strong A (95% or above)
IB Math HL 1
(AP Calculus BC)
IB Math HL 2
**revised 2/13
Santa Margarita Catholic High School
Mathematics
Course
Concepts in
Science A
(3102A)
Concepts in
Science
(3103A)
Biology
(3200A9)
Biology
Honors
(3200C)
Freshman Course Offerings 2013-2014
Description
Students will learn the essential concepts of Life and
Physical Science. The course is designed with a focus
on building skills in order to lay the foundation for future
science classes. Students will participate in laboratory
work, discovery and demonstrations. Students will
review and practice mathematical concepts in science.
Writing and Reading skills will be practiced on a regular
basis with current events and research projects.
Students will learn the essential concepts of Life and
Physical Science. The course is designed to present a
balanced approach to science as the student transitions
between Middle School Science and High School
Biology. The class will include topics in Physical Science,
Chemistry, Physics, Human Biology and Ecology. The
class will focus on mathematical applications, reading
and writing in the science classroom. Student will
demonstrate their knowledge through laboratory work,
discovery, interactive, computer simulations, multimedia
and demonstrations. Students will participate in the
collection of data, observation, graphing and
interpretation of data.
*ID Class Available – limited to 30 students
This course integrates the fundamental concepts of
Biology with current, related topics and issues. Major
areas of study include cell biology, biochemistry,
genetics, molecular biology, evolution, phylogeny,
virology, microbiology, plants, animals, ecology and
human systems. Laboratory work focuses on the use of
proper laboratory techniques and the development of
higher level thinking skills.
*ID Class Available – limited to 30 students
Students investigate the same concepts presented in
Biology, however, the pace is faster and content is
investigated in more depth. Emphasis is on the
development of critical thinking/problem solving skill.
Laboratory work focuses on the use of proper
techniques, the development of higher level thinking skills
and responsibility.
*HSPT - High School Placement Test
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Criteria for Placement
Students enrolled in the ASP
Program
Concurrent enrollment in
Algebra 1 (2109A)
Concurrent enrollment in
Algebra 1
Concurrent enrollment with
Algebra 1 Honors, Algebra 2
or Algebra 2 Honors
Concurrent enrollment with
Algebra 1 Honors, Algebra 2
or Algebra 2 Honors
And
HSPT Basic Skills Reading
score at or above 565
SEQUENCE OF SCIENCE DEPARTMENT COURSES
Class of 2014
Auxiliary Studies
Academic Science
Honors Science
Concepts in
Science A
Biology (3199A)
Chemistry in the
Community
Earth Science
Biology
Chemistry
Physics
Oceanography/Marine Biology
Anatomy and Physiology
Environmental Science
Biology Honors
Chemistry Honors
Physics Honors
AP Biology
Biology IB SL
Biology IB HL
Chemistry IB SL
Physics IB HL
AP Physics B
AP Physics C
(Mechanics)*
Class of 2015-2017
Auxiliary Studies
Academic Science
Concepts in
Science A
Biology (3199A)
Concepts in Science or
Concept in Science ID
Biology (3200A)
Chemistry in the
Community
Earth Science
Chemistry or Chemistry in
the Community
Honors Science
Biology (3200A9) or
Biology ID
Biology Honors
Chemistry or Chemistry in
the Community
Chemistry Honors
Physics
Or
Elective
Oceanography/Marine
Biology
Anatomy and
Physiology
Environmental Science
Physics IB HL
AP Physics B1 and B2
Or
Elective
Elective
Oceanography/Marine
AP Biology
Biology
Biology
IB SL
Anatomy and
Biology IB HL
Physiology
Chemistry IB SL
Environmental Science
AP Physics C (Mechanics) *
Auxiliary Studies – available to registered ASP students
ID classes limited to 30 students
*Calculus based curriculum
Updated March 8, 2013
We must have sufficient enrollment in each elective in order for the class to be
offered.
Santa Margarita uses test scores from various standardized tests our students
have taken to help place them in the appropriate classes. These may be in
addition to the prerequisites listed in the Course Description Book. Please talk to
your student’s counselor if you have any questions.
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Health Course Offerings
8010AS HEALTH
9
Length of Course: Semester
An Overview
Santa Margarita’s health science program prepares our students to make intelligent and effective
decisions that promote physical, social, mental, and spiritual health. More than any other subject, health
education has a direct and daily impact on our student’s overall well-being.
Our Curriculum
The Santa Margarita Catholic High School’s Health Science curriculum is based on the California State
Health Standards which includes the following units of instruction: Mental Health & Spiritual Health, (
Developing Self-Esteem, Decision Making Skills, Building Resilience, Coping with Stress, Understanding
Mental Disorders/ Depression) Social Health, (Building Healthy Relationships, Building Communication
Skills, Practicing Abstinence, Bullying Awareness & Prevention) Physical Health ( Nutrition, Fitness &
Exercise, Substance Abuse of Alcohol, Illegal Drugs, Prescription Drugs, & Tobacco. The Prevention of
Infectious Diseases including Sexually Transmitted Infections. Santa Margarita Students will receive CPR
/ First Aid Training and Certification). Health is a required course at Santa Margarita Catholic High
School.
Note: Students enrolled in the MUN program must take this course through the online summer
school program prior to entering their freshman year. Exceptions can be made to take health
during the sophomore summer. Approval must be granted from the summer school director and
the counseling office.
8010BS HEALTH: INTERDISCIPLNARY COURSE
9
Length of Course: Semester
th
ID Health is an interdisciplinary course for 9 grade students designed to emphasize the inter-related
themes of Biology, Algebra 2 and Health with Geography. ID Health prepares the student to make
intelligent decisions regarding the protection and improvement of individual, family and community Health.
Units on disease, nutrition, substance abuse and particular environmental issues are included. Students
will have the opportunity to create experiential presentations combining material from all three courses.
Students will also participate in four field trip experiences that require a small transportation fee. Students
must enroll in all three interdisciplinary courses.
Note: Students must be in the traditional academic track in order to participate in the
Interdisciplinary. Class is limited to 30 students.
8011BS HEALTH: INTERDISCIPLINARY COURSE
9
Length of Course: Semester
th
ID Health is an interdisciplinary course for 9 grade students designed to emphasize the inter-related
themes of Concepts in Science, Algebra 1 and Health with Geography. ID Health prepares the student
to make intelligent decisions regarding the protection and improvement of individual, family and
community Health. Units on disease, nutrition, substance abuse and particular environmental issues are
included. Students will have the opportunity to create experiential presentations combining material from
all three courses. Students will also participate in four field trip experiences that require a small
transportation fee. Students must enroll in all three interdisciplinary courses.
Note: Students must be in the traditional academic track in order to participate in the
Interdisciplinary. Class is limited to 30 students.
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Santa Margarita Catholic High School’s Health Education classes offer the
Heartsaver/First Aid Course to ALL students. Students will earn a certification
card valid for two years through the American Heart Association upon successful-
ly completing the course. There is a 100% completion rate for this course.
The Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED is a classroom, video-based, instructor-led
course that teaches students critical skills needed to respond to and manage a first
aid, choking or sudden cardiac arrest emergency in the first few minutes until
emergency medical services (EMS) arrives. Students learn skills such as how to
treat bleeding, sprains, broken bones, shock and other first aid
emergencies. This course also teaches adult ,child, and infant
CPR and AED use.
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SANTA MARGARITA CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL
SOCIAL STUDIES DEPARTMENT
2013-2014
FRESHMAN YEAR
Freshmen are required to take a one-semester Cultural Geography course; several options
are listed below
1) Cultural Geography and Health
The traditional option pairs one semester of Cultural Geography with one semester
of Health.
2) Cultural Geography MUN Honors
This course is for students who are interested in learning more about world affairs;
students research topics, attend conferences, and have more public speaking
opportunities than in traditional classes. The MUN program begins in freshman year
and continues through senior year. Students who take this course must take Health
either during Summer School prior to their freshman year or as an elective.
3) Cultural Geography: Interdisciplinary Course
`
Interdisciplinary courses (ID) are team taught in order to demonstrate the
connections between social studies, mathematics and science; these connections
are further emphasized by four field-trips students attend during the school year.
There are two tracks of ID courses offered, depending on students’ math and
science placement:
A) Cultural Geography: Interdisciplinary Course, Algebra I/Concepts in
Science
B) Cultural Geography: Interdisciplinary Course, Algebra II/Biology
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Don't Be Just Another Freshman!
Join SMCHS Model United Nations (MUN)
What is MUN?
MUN stands for Model United Nations. Students travel to other
schools in Orange County, California, the US, and overseas to compete in
academic competitions. These competitions are simulations of the United
Nations and the students play the role of delegates representing countries
from all over the world. These competitions are one to three days in
length and are held on the weekends. The MUN program is integrated
into the Social Studies curriculum for those students who are interested in
this unique experience. Students must take Cultural Geography / Model
United Nations their freshman year to be involved with the MUN
program.
Why join?
• You are looking for challenging
yet rewarding courses to take at
SMCHS.
• You enjoy researching, debating,
and public speaking.
• You enjoy meeting people from
other schools, states, and
countries.
• You want to take a course that
looks good on college
applications.
• You want a chance to develop
your leadership skills and to be a
student leader.
• You want to travel to places like
Washington D.C., Boston, Paris,
London, and China.
• You are interested in international
affairs.
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What's the commitment?
• Freshman Cultural Geography / Model
United Nations is a yearlong course as
opposed to the regular Cultural
Geography class which is a semester long.
• MUN students need to take Health class
either during the summer or as an
elective.
• Students are required to attend five
weekend conferences.
• MUN is a four-year program.
While students are not required to be in
the program all four years, you may not
join unless you have taken Cultural
Geography / MUN.
• There is a $400 yearly program fee to
participate in MUN.
Can you handle the challenge?
We hope so! If you have questions about Cultural
Geography / Model United Nations please feel free to
email the MUN director Mr. John Remmell:
[email protected]
Visit the website at: http://www.smhs.org/mun
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Latin 2H
Must take placement test.
Greek 1H or Latin 1H
No prior knowledge of
Greek or Latin is required;
however, interested
students must take a
placement test on English
grammar & syntax.
Greek & Latin
Spanish 2H
Must take placement test.
Spanish 1H
Must take placement test.
Spanish 1A
For ASP Students.
Spanish 1
Open enrollment.
Spanish
and on Tuesday, May 7, 2013, at 3:00pm.
Placement exams for all languages will be held on Thursday, May 2
欢迎您来学中文 Venez étudier le Français! ΕΛΛΗΝΙΣΘΗΤΕ ΤΗΝ ΓΛΩΣΣΑΝ STVDETE LINGVAE ROMANAE ¡Vengan Esudiar Español!
中
文
Chinese 2H
Must take placement test.
French 1 & 1H
Open enrollment. No prior
knowledge of French is
required. Honors students
placed based on HSPT.
Chinese 1H
No prior knowledge of Chinese
is required; however, interested
students must meet instructor to
receive instructions for the
summer assignment.
French 2H
Must take placement test.
French
Chinese
SMCHS World Languages 2013-2014
SEQUENCE OF WORLD LANGUAGE
DEPARTMENT COURSES
______________________
______________________
Honors Mandarin Chinese
Mandarin Chinese 1H
Mandarin Chinese 2H
Mandarin Chinese 3H
Mandarin Chinese SL IB
Academic Spanish
Spanish 1
Spanish 2
Spanish 3
Spanish 4
Academic Mandarin Chinese
Mandarin Chinese 4
______________________
Spanish (AUX)3
Spanish 1A
Spanish 1B
Spanish 2A
Spanish 2B
Academic French
French 1
French 2
French 3
French 4
Honors French
French 1H
French 2H2
French 3H or French HL 1 IB
French HL 2 IB or French SL IB
French 5H
______________________
Honors Classical Greek
Ancient Greek 1H
Ancient Greek 2H
Ancient Greek 3H or Classical
Greek SL IB
______________________
Honors Spanish (ends with class of 2014)
Spanish 1H
Spanish 2H1
Spanish 3H or Spanish HL 1 IB
AP Spanish Language and/or Spanish HL 2 IB, or
Spanish SL IB
Honors Spanish (beginning with class of 2015)
Spanish 1H
Spanish 2H
Spanish 3H
Spanish SL IB or Spanish HL 1 IB
AP Spanish Language and/or Spanish HL 2 IB
______________________
Honors Latin
Latin 1H
Latin 2H
Latin 3H or Latin HL 1 IB
Latin SL IB or Latin HL 2 IB
______________________
1.
2.
3.
Students may enter Spanish 2H from Academic Spanish 1 if they meet grade requirements and complete a summer study
program and test.
Students may enter French 2H from Academic French 1 if they meet the grade requirements and complete an exam at the
end of French 1.
The A and B designations are classes for students enrolled in ASP. Completion of one course each of A and B is equivalent to
completion of 1 year of Academic Spanish.
Santa Margarita uses test scores from various standardized tests our students have taken to help place them in
the appropriate classes. These may be in addition to the prerequisites listed in the Course Description Book.
Please talk to your student’s counselor if you have any questions.
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Requirements for Freshmen Testing into Spanish 1 or 2 Honors
Spanish 1 Honors Requirements
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
Alphabet and Pronunciation
o Correct pronunciation of the alphabet
o Clear articulation when speaking and reading aloud
Numbers and Time
o Giving dates: months & days
o Telling time: es la/son las vs. a las
o Numbers 1 – 2000
o Age
Greetings/Farewells
o Hola, adiós, cómo está, nos vemos, hasta pronto, etc.
Verbs
o What an infinitive is, and how to conjugate a verb (present tense, active voice)
o Ser vs. Estar (When to use it) – knowledge of its application in speech and writing
o Tener and its idiomatic uses
 tener + que + infinitive, + sed, + hambre, + frío /calor, + prisa, + miedo
Adjectives and Pronouns
o Adjective agreement (including short forms)
o Possessive Adjectives
o Subject pronouns
o Definite & indefinite articles (e.g. el vs. un)
General vocabulary covering self, family, and school)
Ability to write a half page essay double spaced, such as an autobiography (Describe self and
family)
Conversational interview in Spanish at time of test
Spanish 2 Honors Requirements
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•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
Alphabet and Pronunciation
o Correct pronunciation of the alphabet
o Clear articulation when speaking and reading aloud
Numbers and Time
o Giving dates: Month/Days
o Telling time – At what time vs. It’s (3:15), es la/son las vs. a las
o Numbers 1 – 2000
o Age
Greetings/Farewells
o Hola, adiós, cómo está, nos vemos, hasta pronto, etc.
Verbs
o What an infinitive is, and how to conjugate a verb (present tense, active voice)
o Irregular verbs
 Ser (present & preterite)
 Estar (present & preterite)
 Ir (present & preterite)
• Ir + a + infinitive
 Tener and its idiomatic uses (present & preterite)
• Tener + que + infinitive, + sed, + hambre, + frío/calor, + prisa, + miedo
o Mastery of the Present tense
 Stem-changing verbs
 Reflexive verbs
o Knowledge of the Preterite tense – Regular and Irregular and its application
Adjectives and Pronouns
o Adjective agreement (including short forms)
o Possessive Adjectives
o Subject pronouns
o Definite & indefinite articles (e.g. el vs. un)
o Direct and Indirect Object Pronouns
o Reflexive Pronouns
Intermediate level vocabulary (e.g. self, family, school, travel, health, food, sports, transportation)
Ability to write a full page essay doubled spaced (e.g. describing a family trip, planning a
summer outing, etc.)
Conversational interview in Spanish at time of test
o Students are able to ask and answer questions about such things as family, school events,
and celebrations in person or via letters, email, or audio and video tapes.
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STUDY GUIDE FOR INCOMING FRESHMEN — GREEK 1H OR LATIN 1H
GRAMMAR
PARTS OF SPEECH
1. Nouns (eggs, ham, Sam…)
2. Pronouns (I, you, her…)
3. Verbs (am, eat…)
4. Adjectives (green, cold…)
5. Adverbs (not, here, there…)
6. Prepositions (in, with, on…)
7. Conjunctions (and, or…)
8. Interjections (yuck!...)
SYNTAX
I. NOUNS & PRONOUNS
A. Subject
1. Sam followed me.
2. He was carrying a plate.
3. They finally convinced me to try them.
4. Who ate the green eggs?
B. Direct Object
1. Sam followed me.
2. He was carrying a plate.
3. They finally convinced me to try them.
4. Who ate the green eggs?
C. Indirect Object
1. Do not give me that green ham!
2. I told Sam the truth.
3. Green food always gives him a tummy ache.
4. Who gave the fox a box?
D. Predicate Nominative (Subjective Complement)
1. These are good eggs.
2. This persistent fellow is Sam.
3. He is now my friend.
4. The cat was a coward at first.
E. Object of a Preposition
1. I will not eat them in a box.
2. I will not eat them with a fox.
3. I will not eat them on a train.
4. I will not eat them in the rain.
II. VERBS
A. Predicate
1. Sam followed me.
2. He was carrying a plate.
3. They finally convinced me to try them.
4. Who ate the green eggs?
5. I am Sam.
III. ADJECTIVES
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A. Modifying a Noun or Pronoun
1. These are green eggs and ham.
2. There is a red fox in the open box.
3. Cold rain is falling on the slow train.
4. There is no way I’ll eat them!
B. Predicate Adjective (Subjective Complement)
1. These eggs are green.
2. The ham smells rotten.
3. The train was late.
4. The cat was obstinate and finicky.
C. Objective Complement
1. The Cat in the Hat made Dr. Seuss famous.
2. Green food makes me sick to my stomach.
3. The rain made the train late.
4. The box kept the fox dry.
IV. ADVERBS
A. Modifying a Verb
1. I do not like green eggs and ham.
2. I will not eat them anywhere!
3. Sam finally convinced me to try them.
4. I never thought I’d like them.
B. Modifying an Adjective
1. The green eggs and ham are very good.
2. A fairly cold rain fell on the train.
3. The rather clever fox hid in the box.
4. The cat was reluctantly receptive.
C. Modifying an Adverb
1. This story is not entirely true.
2. The cat actually relented more quickly.
3. Sam was quite clearly a good salesman.
4. Unfortunately, he was a not so cleanly cook.
V. PREPOSITIONS
A. Introducing a Prepositional Phrase
1. I will not eat them in a box.
2. I will not eat them with a fox.
3. I will not eat them on a train.
4. Try them at home.
VI. CONJUNCTIONS
A. Coordinating
1. I will not eat green eggs and ham.
2. I will not eat them here or there.
3. He ate them but grew ill.
4. I will eat them neither on a train nor in the rain.
B. Subordinating
1. I will not try them, because they are green.
2. Since you persist, I shall relent.
3. Give me the eggs when I am ready.
4. Although I was initially hesitant, I now crave green eggs and ham.
VII. INTERJECTIONS
A. Showing Emotion
1. Say, these eggs aren’t bad!
2. They may look odd, but, boy, are they good!
3. Oh, just give me the plate already!
4. Oops, I ate them all.
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Santa Margarita Catholic High School
Visual Arts
Freshman Opportunities
Art
This course is an introductory course in which basic techniques are taught - the foundations of Art. No prior skills
are necessary. However, if students do arrive in class with art training, the instructor will take them to their next
level. Students will explore several exercises and projects using various materials throughout the year. Students
learn the process of creating art and will keep an on-going sketchbook in which they put preliminary drawings for
their work, class notes, self evaluations, etc. Students will read about, write about, speak about and create art.
***
3-D Sculpture & Design
‘Three-dimensional Sculpture and Design’
3-D Sculpture and Design is an introductory class in which
3-dimensional sculpture materials and techniques will be used. In addition to basic sculpture techniques, the
elements of 3-dimensional art and design will be learned as they apply to the projects at hand. Aesthetics and design
will be addressed, as well as skill and craftsmanship. Students will keep an ongoing sketchbook in which they put
preliminary drawings for design, evaluation and reflections of their work. Students will be able to read, write, speak
about, and create ‘design and sculpture’.
***
Graphic Design
This course is designed for students who are interested in the art, language, business and career concepts of and
about 2-Dimensional design utilizing the computer and Adobe Photoshop software. Students will learn and apply the
principals of design to manipulate images in a digital format and produce project based graphic art under production
deadlines. Some of the design techniques include: fundamentals of color management, photo retouching, imaging,
special effects, layers, filters and masks.
***
Digital Video Production
This course is designed to introduce and familiarize students with video production that includes the following:
camera work, script writing, audio, editing, directing and producing. Each student will be given the opportunity to
experience both single camera (film style) and multi-camera productions, and live productions. No prior experience
is required for this course- only a willingness to learn and be creative with a camera!
***
Film As Art
This course is designed to introduce the movie making process to those who are curious about films. Topics covered
will be everything from: why movies are the most popular art form to how films are made, including script
development, editing directing and much more. You will be viewing films, essay writing, reading and discussing
film.
***
After freshman year, there are more opportunities for you to become involved in the Visual Art Department. Grades
10-12 we offer, Photography, Painting, Drawing, Art History, Modern Art, along with our many Digital Video
Production classes.
There are also IB, AP and Honors classes offered.
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**Visual Arts
HL 2 IB
12
*Advanced
Painting 2
12
**Visual Arts
HL 1 IB
11
*Advanced
Painting 1
11-12
Digital Video
Production
9 or 10
Digital Media
Techniques
10-12
9 or 10
Advanced Digital
Media Production
11 or 12
Television
Production
11-12
11
Film HL 1 IB
Digital Video
Production
Film as Art
9 or 10
10-12
10-12
9-12
* Teacher Recommendation
** Strong “A” and Teacher Recommendation
*** Completion of Art or portfolio review if
you didn’t take Art
Film HL 2 IB
12
11 or 12
International Trends
in Cinema (Honors)
12
11-12
Photography
*Advanced
Drawing 2
*Advanced
Drawing 1
Yearbook
*Advanced 3D
Sculpture & Design
10-12
10-12
***Painting
10-12
***Drawing
Graphic Design
9-12
3D Sculpture &
Design
Art
9-12
Visual Arts Department
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SMCHS PERFORMING ARTS DEPARTMENT
2013-2014 AUDITION INFORMATION
Orchestra Audition: May 20-203 from 2:30pm-5:30pm (or later if needed) in the SMCHS
Band Room (A-142). Contact Mr. Whang via email at [email protected].
Theatre: No Auditions for Theatre 1, Theatre Production or Musical Theatre Classes.
Questions concerning higher placement in IB, Theatre 3 or 4 should be directed to Amy
Luskey-Barth at [email protected]
Dance Auditions: No Audition for Incoming Freshman interested in Beginning Dance
Class. Placement for Intermediate or Advanced Classes (Non-dance team): May 11,
8:00am-9:00am in the Talon Dome (no paper work required).
Dance Team Information Night April 17 @ 5:30pm (SLH). Dance Team Auditions May 11,
9:00am-11:30am in the Talon Dome. Application (available online), audition fee ($10 cash)
required. Contact Mrs. Bri Blonigan at [email protected].
Choral Auditions: No Auditions for incoming Freshmen interested in Intermediate Chorus
or Men’s Choir. Advanced Women’s Chorus Honors, and Chamber Singers Honors
placement audition will be held May 29, 30, and 31 from 2:30pm-3:30pm. See choir website
for details regarding audition material. Contact Mr. Francisco Calvo at [email protected].
AP Music: Audition by appointment only. Contact Mr. Kraus at [email protected].
Wind Ensemble Honors, Steel Drums/Percussion Ensemble Honors, Eagle Regiment and
Color Guard:
Wind and Percussion: March 25-27, 2013 2:30pm-5:30pm
Color Guard: April 30-May2, 2013 2:30pm-5:30pm
Eagle Regiment Parent Night: May 30, 7:00pm, Location TBA.
For all inquiries: Contact Mr. Whang at [email protected] or 949-766-6000 X 2102
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RECOMMENDED FOUR YEAR SCOPE AND SEQUENCE OF THEATRE ARTS CLASSES:
YEAR ONE: Theatre 1 or Theatre Production Stage Craft or Musical Theatre
YEAR TWO: Theatre 2 or Theatre Production Stage Craft or Musical Theatre
YEARS 3 AND 4: IB THEATRE HL 1 and 2
Or
Theatre 3
Or
Theatre 4
Or Theatre Production Stage Craft
Or Musical Theatre
Additional extra-curricular theatre training in offered during fall, winter and
spring sessions of the Talon Academy of Performing Arts (TAPA) in
Musical Theatre Performance (Solo and Group)
Technical Theatre
Cabaret Performing
Classical Acting
Playwriting
Improvisation
TAPA Registration is done directly through Talon Theatre. There is a separate fee
for TAPA classes.
Individualized Mentorship College Prep Program for Juniors and Seniors
intending to audition for admission to college and university theatre programs.
The Mentorship program includes one on one audition coaching, preparation for
scholarship auditions, portfolio preparation when required, and individual
counseling on the different types of training programs appropriate for each
student.
Tuition: $500
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PHYSICAL EDUCATION DEPARTMENT
Santa Margarita Catholic High School is committed to the health and wellness of our students. Students
are given the tools to practice a healthy lifestyle and participate in a variety of activities that promote
lifelong fitness and emotional and physical well-being.
Physical Education
Santa Margarita Catholic High School's Physical Education program prepares our students for college
and life by instructing them to develop and refine motor skills, expand fitness and strength through
cardiovascular exercise, and increase their knowledge of wellness.
Courses:
Physical Education
Fitness
Weight Training
Students’ workout in the school’s Eagle Athletic Center which features a 5,822 square-foot weight and
fitness center. Our classes also utilize our Olympic size 50 meter pool, our three court gymnasium, our
all-weather track, and our natural and synthetic turf fields.
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PHYSICAL EDUCATION DEPARTMENT
Physical Education Policy
All students at Santa Margarita Catholic High School are required to complete two (2) years (20 credits) of Physical
Education in order to graduate. This requirement can be met in the following ways:
Regular P.E. Classes

Completion of 2 years (20 credits) in a Physical Education class at SMCHS, either during the regular seven
period day, (first priority given to seniors), or during summer school (space permitting and first priority given
to seniors). Summer school classes must have a minimum of 20 students and will count as 5 credits per
semester or session. Students may take summer school P.E. both sessions if space is available and can
earn a total of 10 credits for both sessions.

Students may earn 5 P.E. credits per semester by being a Student Athletic Trainer. Space is limited in this
semester long course, and students must be recommended by the school’s athletic trainer before signing
up.

Students may earn up to 20 P.E. credits for 2 years participation in Beginning, Intermediate and/or
Advanced Dance. Freshmen may only take Beginning Dance for Fine Art credit.
CIF-Sanctioned Sports

Participation in a CIF-Sanctioned Sport offered at SMCHS. Only those CIF-sanctioned sports that are
offered on our campus will be approved for credit. This includes the following sports: Baseball, Basketball,
Lacrosse, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Swimming and Diving, Tennis, Track and Field,
Volleyball, Water Polo and Wrestling.
•
Two years of continuous participation in a year round sport will satisfy the full 20 credit
requirement for graduation. CIF-sanctioned year round SMCHS sports include: Baseball, Boys
Basketball, Girls Basketball and Football. If a student fails to complete the 2 year commitment, 5
credits per semester will be earned.
•
Four years of participation in a seasonal or semester sport will satisfy the full 20 credit
requirement for graduation. CIF-sanctioned seasonal SMCHS sports include: Cross Country, Golf,
Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Swimming and Diving, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Water Polo,
and Wrestling. If a student fails to complete the 4 year commitment, 5 credits per season will be
earned.
A maximum of 10 credits per year may be earned through participation in the CIF-sanctioned sport. If a student is
dropped or withdraws from the sport before meeting the 2 or 4 year commitment (stated above), he or she
must earn the additional credits needed to total 20 prior to graduation. These additional credits may not be
earned off campus; the remaining P.E. credits needed for graduation must be earned on the SMCHS campus.
CIF Non-Sanctioned Sports

The following SMCHS-affiliated activities: Equestrian and Roller Hockey will receive a maximum of 5 credits
per year. These activities must have a minimum of 90 hours per year in order to receive 5 units of credit.

The following SMCHS-affiliated activity: Ice Hockey will receive a maximum of 10 credits per year. This
activity must have a minimum of 200 hours per year to receive 10 units of credit.
Other Options

Marching Band – 2 years of continuous participation (1 semester per year) will satisfy 10 credits of P.E.

Color Guard – 2 years of continuous participation (2 semesters per year) will satisfy 20 credits of P.E.

Dance Production Team – 2 years (4 semesters) of continuous participation on the Dance Production Team
will satisfy the 20 credit requirement for graduation. If a student fails to complete the 2 year commitment, he
or she will be required to earn an additional 10 credits of P.E. on the SMCHS campus.

Cheerleading/Songleading – 2 years (4 semesters) of continuous participation in Cheerleading will satisfy
the 20 credit requirement for graduation. If a student fails to complete the 2 year commitment, he or she will
be required to earn an additional 10 credits of P.E. on the SMCHS campus.
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SMCHS Interdisciplinary Program Interdisciplinary courses are offered in combina ons of three. Students’ curriculum is designed to include related subject areas, making natural connec ons among the disciplines. Research shows this gives purpose to lessons and makes it more meaningful. Courses are all on the academic track and all are UC approved. Students are given the opportunity to learn through integra ng subject ma er into meaningful experiences. Students walk on treadmills to test their heart rates and oxygen uptake, learning about cellular respira on and their health. Freshman Field Trips 
Los Angeles Science Museum 
Exercise Physiology Lab 
San Diego Safari Park 
Aquarium of the Pacific Concepts are be er understood when part of an immersion experience. Freshman Courses Feeding giraffes while learning about gene cs at Safari Park Op on 1: Biology/Algebra2/ Health with Geography Op on 2: Concepts in Science/Algebra 1/Health with Geography For further informa on contact Doris Ga ield ga [email protected] This program has op ons for all four years if the student chooses. Enrollment in these courses is limited. Page 40
Interdisciplinary Triad
Program
FRESHMAN YEAR
SOPHOMORE YEAR
• Cultural Geography with Health
• Algebra 2
• Biology
• Religion
• World History
or
• Cultural Geography with Health
• Algebra 1
• Concepts in Science
JUNIOR YEAR
• English 2
SENIOR YEAR
• Religion 3
• Religion 4
• U.S. History
• U.S. Government
• English 3
• Economics
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SMCHS UNIFORMS 2013-2014
Westway Uniform Company provides the approved uniform items for SMCHS students.
All uniform pants, shorts, shirts, and skorts must be purchased through Westway
Uniform Company. All pants and shorts must have the Westway logo on the back and
all shirts must have the SM logo on the left sleeve, cuff, or left chest. During the school
year, Westway Uniforms is located in the SMCHS Bookstore. Parents and students are
able to purchase uniforms throughout the year during bookstore hours. Bookstore hours
are typically 7:30 a.m. - 3:15 p.m. each school day.
Westway will move out of the Bookstore May 16, 2013 and will be closed from May
17 - June 30, 2013. Westway will be moving for the summer to room T9 and T10 and
will be open Monday, July 1, 2013 through Friday, August 9, 2013. Please see days and
hours below.
Store Hours and Days of Operation:
July 1-July 31, 2013
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
10:00-3:00
Closed on Tuesday, Thursday,
Saturday, and Sunday
August 1-August 3, 2013
Monday-Friday 10:00-3:00
Saturday 11:00-2:00
Closed on Sunday
August 5-7, 2013
Monday-Wednesday 7:30-4:00
August 8-9, 2013
Thursday-Friday 7:30-3:00
Closures During the Summer:
•
•
Wednesday through Sunday July 4, 2013 - July 7, 2013 Holiday Weekend
Monday August 12, 2013 - Moving from T9 & T10 to Bookstore
We will be reopening Westway Uniforms in the Bookstore on Tuesday August 13, 2013.
Items that have not been worn, laundered or altered can be returned or exchanged up to
one year after purchase. Any sweatshirt purchased from Westway are a final sale they
may not be returned!
Shirts and other items will have a much longer life if they are washed and dried on low
heat. Avoid drying uniforms with any abrasive items, such as towels, as this will help
avoid pilling and keep the colors brighter!
Uniforms may also be purchased throughout the year by website, mail, phone, fax,
or email:
website: www.westwayuniforms.com
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 7462, Laguna Niguel, CA 92607
Phone: (949) 388-5769 ● Email: [email protected]
Orders can be shipped to you or picked up at the bookstore during the school year!
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WESTWAY UNIFORM ORDER FORM 2013-2014
SANTA MARGARITA CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL
Student Name:
Last
Phone Number:
First
COLOR CIRCLE SIZE
SHORT SLEEVE POLO SHIRT
Youth M Youth L Youth XL S M L XL XXL XXXL
NAVY
Youth M Youth L Youth XL S M L XL XXL XXXL
WHITE
Youth M Youth L Youth XL S M L XL XXL XXXL
ROYAL
LONG SLEEVE POLO SHIRT
Youth M Youth L Youth XL S M L XL XXL XXXL
NAVY
Youth M Youth L Youth XL S M L XL XXL XXXL
WHITE
Youth M Youth L Youth XL S M L XL XXL XXXL
ROYAL
SHORT SLEEVE OXFORD CLOTH SHIRT
LT BLUE
14 (XXXS) 16 (XXS) XS S M L XL XXL XXXL
14 (XXXS) 16 (XXS) XS S M L XL XXL XXXL
WHITE
LONG SLEEVE OXFORD CLOTH SHIRT
LT BLUE
14 (XXXS) 16 (XXS) XS S M L XL XXL XXXL
14 (XXXS) 16 (XXS) XS S M L XL XXL XXXL
WHITE
GIRLS PANT
14 16 1 3 5 7 9 11 13 15 17 19 21 23 un-hemmed
NAVY
14 16 1 3 5 7 9 11 13 15 17 19 21 23 un-hemmed
KHAKI
GIRLS SHORT
14 16 1 3 5 7 9 11 13 15 17 19 21 23
NAVY
14 16 1 3 5 7 9 11 13 15 17 19 21 23
KHAKI
BOYS PANT
Waist: 26 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 38 40 42 44 46 48
NAVY
Length: 30 32 34 un-hemmed
KHAKI
BOYS SHORT
Waist: 26 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 38 40 42 44 46 48
NAVY
Waist: 26 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 38 40 42 44 46 48
KHAKI
FORMAL WEAR VEST
BOYS: YM YL S(YXL) M L XL XXL XXXL
ROYAL
GIRLS: YS YM YL S(YXL) M L X L XXL
NAVY
FORMAL WEAR TIE
BOYS: Regular
TIE
SWEATER-EVERYDAY:
Circle one: Navy White Grey
V-NECK
XXS(YM) XS(YL) S(YXL) M L XL
XXS(YM) XS(YL) S(YXL) M L XL
CREW
XXS(YM) XS(YL) S(YXL) M L XL
VEST
GIRLS SKORT
14 16 1 3 5 7 9 11 13 15 17 19 21 23
PLAID
BOYS COTTON SOCKS
L XL
NAVY
L XL
KHAKI
L XL
WHITE
3 FOR $10
L XL
GIRLS KNEE HI Nylon SOCKS
M L XL
NAVY
M L XL
WHITE
3 FOR $14
M L XL
Ordering Options:
Order on website: www.westwayuniforms.com
Mail Order form to:
Westway Uniforms
P.O. Box 7462
Laguna Niguel, CA 92607
FAX form to: (949)313-1283
QUANT
Circle one:
M
F
PRICE EACH
TOTAL
$19.00
$19.00
$19.00
$
$
$
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.
.
$21.00
$21.00
$21.00
$
$
$
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.
$20.00
$20.00
$
$
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.
$22.00
$22.00
$
$
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$29.00
$29.00
$
$
.
.
$27.00
$27.00
$
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$
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.
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$
$
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.
$31.00
$31.00
$
$
.
.
$14.00
$
.
$29.00
$29.00
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$
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$ 6.00
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$
$
$
.
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.
Subtotal $
Sales Tax 8.00% $
Shipping if applicable $
Grand Total $
.
.
.
.
Orders can be shipped or picked up the bookstore during the school yr.
Shipping/Delivery charges:
Total Ordered
Cost
Credit Card Information: Mastercard/Visa only
Name
$ 1.00 - $ 99.00
$ 8.00
Street Address
$100.00 - $199.00
$200.00 - $299.00
$10.00
$12.00
City and Zip
Card #
$300.00 - $399.00
$400.00 and up
$14.00
$16.00
Expiration Date
Phone #
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