Classroom Service
Students are given the opportunity to work in the various school
departments and/or classrooms on campus in order to observe and
perform general clerical routines.
Library Service
The primary purpose of Library Service is to assist the faculty and
students by suggesting and locating helpful materials.
Student Tutor
Students will be assigned to one of our feeder elementary schools,
Vandenberg Middle School or Cabrillo High School as agreed among
the student, receiving school's staff member, and high school coordinator.
Work Experience Education
Work Experience is an on-the-job training program de-
signed to aid the student in choosing a vocation or to prepare the stu-
dent through on-the-job experience in a chosen field.
Student Leadership
Students will study and practice basic skills and concepts of
democratic government, group dynamics, leadership styles, presen-
tation of assemblies and school or community events, problem solving,
and other skills necessary for effective leadership.
Individual Study
This course is designed especially for students who speak a native
language other than English.
BUSINESS
Introduction to Business Introduction to Business is concerned primarily with the
business functions of the individual in our American economic life
and how we secure economic goods and services.
Keyboarding 1
This is a year course with emphasis on the use of the typewriter as an
effective writing tool.
Personal Typing
This is a semester course to develop sufficient skill to meet per-
sonal needs.
ROP Computer Accounting I
Students learn: The basic accounting cycle for ser-
vice and merchandizing businesses; sole proprietorships, and partner-
ship; use of the microcomputer for automated accounting; expanded
journals, subsidiary ledgers, and payroll systems.
ROP Computer Accounting II
Students learn: The accounting cycle for a corpora-
tion; advanced accounting topics; use of the microcomputer for ad-
vanced automated accounting.
ROP Word Processing
Students learn Word Processing concepts and techniques.
Training takes place on Personal Computers utilizing Word
Perfect and Microsoft Word software.
ROP Banking
This one semester course will develop an understanding of the
principles and conditions of employment in commercial banks,
savings && loans institutions and credit unions.
ROP Retail Sales
Students first train in a classroom, learning sales skills, adver-
tising, inventory control, cash register operation, etc. Students
are then placed in retail store training sites in the Lompoc area
for the remainder of the semester for on-the-job training.
CALIFORNIA REQUIREMENTS
Health Education
Principles and concepts pertaining to healthful living of the
individual, family, and community constitute the main body of
this course.
Driver Education
This one quarter course is concerned with developing
knowledge and positive attitudes about driving.
State Requirements
This one quarter course is concerned with study skills
(Drug Education) development, vision analysis, alcohol and drug education,
and first aid.
COMPUTER EDUCATION
Introduction to Computer Programming
Students will learn elementary BASIC
language programming and how to operate a computer.
Intermediate Computer Programming
The Intermediate Programming course is a
continuation of Introduction to Computer Programming. Students
may begin to learn the Pascal language in addition to increasing
their programming skills in BASIC.
ENGLISH COURSE SEQUENCE
Reading and Writing Lab
Activities and objectives are similar to those of clinical
reading, but at a higher skill level.
English Language Development (ELD) ESL
ELD is designed for students whose
primary language is not English and who are not yet fluent in
English speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills.
Composition and Reading-P
This course is designed to expand beginning high
school students basic skills in composition, reading, usage, speech
and literature.
Writing and Literature-H
This is designed as an accelerated course for those students
who have expressed an unusually strong interest in reading and
writing about literature.
Writing and Literature-P
This course continues the development of writing skills
begun in Composition and Reading, with, however greater em-
phasis on expository writing skills, most of which will be in
response to literary themes derived from studentS readings.
American Literature, or -P or Honors-P
This course surveys the literature of the
United States.
College Prep English Review Honors-P
This class includes extensive work in
vocabulary development, in-depth study/review of usage funda-
mentals, and an examination of the formats of various English
placement exams.
Advanced Writing Honors-P
The content of this course emphasizes the study of
method and style in writing.
English Literature, or -P or Honors-P
The content of this course will include a
survey of English Literature- the people, times and places from
which this literature has emerged.
AP Literary Analysis and Criticism
This course will include a study of the major
genres of literary criticism: archetypal, psychological, social and
formalist.
AP English Quest
English Quest is a seminar-like course, whose objective is
to offer comprehensive writing experiences beyond Advanced
Writing.
ENGLISH ELECTIVE
The Novel-P
The Novel is an elective course designed for the highly motivated
student. Novels will be chosen to give the student an apprecia-
tion of a particular genre.
GENERAL ELECTIVES
Journalism 1
Journalism 1 is an introduction to writing for mass media with
emphasis on newspaper writing.
Journalism 2 - Advanced Journalism
These second and third year courses pro-
vide experience in advanced newspaper writing, with emphasis in
opinion, feature and sports writing.
Yearbook Production
This course is designed for those students who desire to
participate in the production of the school yearbook and liter-
ary magazine.
Occupational English
This course is designed for students who are below grade
level in language arts skills as determined by grades, reading and
writing skills, standardized English language arts exams, pro-
ficiency tests, and teacher or counselor observations.
FOREIGN LANGUAGE
French, German, or Spanish 1-P
The dominant language in the classroom, for
all communication purposes, is the foreign language. Students
develop elementary receptive language skills of listening and
reading.
French, German, or Spanish 2-P
The second year of the foreign language study
follows a similar pattern as developed in the first year. The domi-
nant language in the classroom is the foreign language. Commu-
nication is the main objective.
French, German, or Spanish 3-P
Continuing in the same methodology established
Levels 1 and 2, students in third year of foreign language learn
to understand much authentic material which uses vocabulary
and forms studied and practiced in class.
French or German 4-P, 5-P; Advanced Placement for Spanish 4-P, 5-P and French 5
Students in the fourth year of foreign language study develop recep-
tive and productive language skills with in-depth material about
special interest topics.
Spanish for Spanish Speakers Designed to equip native Spanish speakers with
effective reading and writing skills.
HOME ECONOMICS
Creative Foods and Hospitality
Creative Foods will explore the preparation and
service of various foods.
Fashion Dynamics
This course covers the different aspects of the fashion scene:
career dressing, apparel industry, textiles, line, design and color,
fashion writing, designing, and basic sewing and construction
skills.
Fashion Dynamics Specialization (Quest)
This is an independent study course.
Students will write a project contract to include goals and objec-
tives, activities, and timelines in one of the areas introduced in
Fashion Dynamics 1.
Fashion Workshop
Fashion Workshop is an individually tailored course in
garment construction for students who have already attained
basic sewing skills from earlier Home Economic courses.
Living On Your Own
This course for seniors includes a survey of the major
fields of content in Home Economics such as career planning
and leadership, consumer education, personal finances and
budgeting, insurance decisions, food and nutrition, and other
issues related to community and family life.
Life Skills
Major units in this Home Economics survey course will be family
living, child development and guidance, housing, and other issues
related to survival.
INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY
Automotive Introduction
Automotive Introduction is a lecture/labora-
tory/demonstration course in which the student will
receive instruction and hands on experience.
ROP Advanced Automotive
Students who enroll in this class will pre-
pare for careers in the automotive repair industry.
ROP Auto Body Painting & Repair
Students will learn auto body
preparation and painting skills.
Drafting 1
Drafting 1 is recommended for all Industrial Technology
students because of its close relationship to all occu-
pations.
Intermediate Drafting
Intermediate Drafting continues the experience
introduced in Drafting 1, and prepares the student for
advanced drafting and computer assisted drafting (CAD)
experiences.
Advanced Drafting
Advanced Drafting includes experiences in pre-
engineering drafting, architecture, map drafting, graphic
communications, industrial design and technical illustra-
tion.
ROP Advanced Drafting / CAD
This occupational education course
provides instruction and practical application for students
preparing for careers in drafting.
Graphic Arts
Graphic Arts is an introductory course to the many areas of
the printing industry.
ROP Graphic Communication I
Four major areas of graphic communication
will be covered: 1) Graphic Design 2) Desktop Publishing 3
Computerized pre-press 4) Offset printing.
ROP Graphic Communication II
This advanced course will add to the student's
experience and skills.
Metalworking I
Metalwork I is a consumer-oriented introduction to the many
processes used in the metalworking industry.
Advanced Metalworking
Students who follow the advanced metals curriculum
will work toward the development of vocational machining and
welding skills.
Woodworking I
Woodworking I is a basic course in the use of hand tools
and woodworking machinery.
ROP Building Construction
Students will learn basic construction skills in-
cluding: project planning, carpentry, roofing, wiring, plumb-
ing, foundations, insulation, and wall coverings.
MATH
Math B
Math B presents the fundamental concepts and skills required
in a technological society.
Math 1-P
Math 1 is a year long course which introduces students to
the algebra of real numbers and the basic concepts of
geometry, logic, probability, and statistics.
Math 2-P
Math 2, the second year of a 3-year sequence, introduces students
to formal proofs using previously learned concepts in al-
gebra, geometry and logic.
Math 3-P
Math 3, the third year of a 3-year sequence extends student under-
standing of modeling problem situations with systematic
lists, statistics, algorithms, graphs, and equations.
Advanced Algebra and Trigonometry-P
This course covers elementary
symbolic logic, sets, relations and functions including the
slope functions as well as exponential, logarithmic, trig-
onometric and circular functions, matrices, determinants
and analytic geometry.
Pre Calculus H-P
The primary goal of this course is to prepare students for
calculus through the study of polynomial, rational, expo-
neutral, logarithmic and circular functions. A second goal
is to review and summarize important concepts from al-
gebra, geometry and trigonometry and to show how they
may be used to solve theoretical and practical problems.
AP Calculus
This course is only for the exceptional student who has mas-
tered pre-calculus math offerings.
PHYSICAL EDUCATION
Adaptive Physical Education
Adaptive Physical Education is a course for
students with physical disabilities of chronic rather than
temporary nature.
Physical Education 9
Ninth grade students are required to enroll in a stan-
dard sequence of P.E. classes consisting of four (4) quar-
ters of specified P.E. activities.
Physical Education 10-12
Physical Education is a coeducational elective
program intended to develop physically healthy students
by providing wholesome, stimulating and informative in-
struction in games and activities.
Interscholastic Athletic Physical Education
Interscholastic Athletic Physical
Education provides specialized training relative to the appro-
priate sport for selected varsity athletes.
SCIENCE
Science I
This the first year of a two year, laboratory/activity oriented
course in integrated science; that draws from the physical,
earth and life sciences.
Science 2-P
This is the second year of a two year, laboratory/activities ori-
ented course in integrated science; that draws from the physical,
earth and life sciences.
Biology Honors-P
This course utilizes a laboratory approach to introduce the
student to the main concepts and principles of modern biology.
Chemistry-P
This course in general chemistry is intended for students plan-
ning to attend college.
AP Chemistry 2 H-P
This course is designed to be the equivalent of the
general chemistry course usually taken during the first year
of college.
Geoscience-P
This course is offered to students who have a sincere desire to
learn more about the physical forces that continue to affect the
earth.
AP Biology H-P
This course follows the suggested outline for a general bio-
logy course taken during the first year of college.
Marine Science-P
This course is composed of four units of study which in-
clude Physical Oceanography, Marine Ecology, Marine In-
vertebrate Zoology, and Marine Vertebrate Zoology.
Physics, Harvard Project-P
Harvard Project Physics is a course intended for
all college-bound students.
Science Quest-P
This course allows students to study independently a sci-
ence subject that is of special interest to them.
SOCIAL SCIENCE
World History/Culture/Geography-P
This is a chronological survey of the
world's history with emphasis on The Industrial Revolution
to the present.
United States History/Geography-P This course includes a review of Ameri-
can history and our democratic roots.
American Government/Civics-P
American Government/Civics is involved in
a thorough study of 1) development and evolution of the basic
beliefs, ideals, and principles of American democracy through
the study of the Constitution and Bill of Rights; 2) compara-
tive contemporary political and economic systems; 3) the
executive, legislative and judicial branches of government and
and their interactions; 4) the federal system of shared national,
state and local powers; 5) the political process and the role of the
individual voter in the electoral system; 6) civil liberties and
civil rights.
Economics-P
Economics addresses 1) development and evolution of the
economic institutions, 2) comparative economic systems, 3)
the role of individual participation in economic institutions,
4) the basic economic problems facing out society and our
economic choices, 5) the relationship of government and the
economy, and 6) international trade.
Psychology 1-P
This survey course in psychology examines the scientific
basis for psychology, learning theories, and their application
to patterns in human behavior.
Psychology 2-P
Psychology 2 examines the social problems of the indivi-
dual in our society.
Sociology 1-P
Sociology involves an in-depth study of the methods of in-
vestigation and analysis of individual and group behavior; a
comparative study of American cultural values, norms and roles
with other societies; the function of family, education, religion,
government and economics in our social structure; and specific
social problems in our society today.
Social Science Quest
This is an independent study course designed for the senior
who is college bound.
SPECIAL EDUCATION PROGRAMS AND COURSES
Basic Courses
Students will receive instruction and drill in elementary facts,
(basic) skills, (beginning) concepts and applications related
to the subject (areas). (They) may receive (further) tutorial
help in some subjects, (learning to compensate for various
handicaps through remediation (IEP) and coaching). An
Individual Education Plan (IEP) will be prepared for each
student.
Fundamental Courses
Courses with this title require reading and math skills
approximately equivalent to those of students in grades 4.5
through 7.5.
Resource Specialist Program (RS)
Students are in mainstream classes over
50% of the day.
Learning Handicapped Program (LH)
Students are scheduled in the LH
classroom for 50% or more of the school day.
Severely Handicapped Program (SH)
Students are placed in the SH program
the entire day.
Physically Handicapped Program (PH)
Students will be placed in the PH
classroom as needed.
Designed Instructional Services (DIS)
DIS services usually include Adaptive
PE, speech therapy, and school psychologist services.
Community Based Education
LH students are assigned two periods per day
for a minimum of one semester. They receive small group
instruction and practical experience in various vocational areas
in the community.
VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS
Art Discovery
Art Discovery is an introductory course designed to increase
student awareness to the world of art and to their own creative
potential.
Drawing I
Drawing I is designed to teach students the rudiments of drawing
through a rich variety of art media and techniques.
Drawing II
Drawing II is a second level drawing course with emphasis on
creative interpretation, individual style development and in-
creasing skill levels.
Color & Design
Students will learn the basics of color and design theory
through completion of a variety of painting problems.
3D Design
3D Design is an introductory course designed to allow students
to explore three dimensional media, (wood, plaster, wire, paper
mache, etc.). Hand built construction techniques will be ex-
plored with emphasis on design and craftsmanship.
Graphic Design
Students will explore the broad field of graphics in this
course. A variety of art media will be used to create indivi-
dual design solutions for logos, posters, package designs,
and CD covers. Illustration, cartooning and airbrush will
also be explored.
Art Quest-P
Art Quest is an advanced level course designed for juniors/
seniors who have completed most of the core art curriculum.
Photography I
Photography I is a technical and aesthetic lecture/laboratory
course that includes the following information: historical
and cultural significance, picture taking and composition,
light sensitive materials, the nature of the photographic
process, exposure and development, enlarging and print-
making, cameras and camera handling.
Advanced Photography
Advanced Photography is an intensive course in black
and white and color photography.
MUSIC
Band Techniques
This course is designed for students who are not interested
in, or not available for, participation in the Marching
Conquistadors, and who want to improve their techniques
on a standard band instrument.
Concert Band
The Concert Band is both a performing ensemble in its own
right and a training group for the more advanced Symphonic
Wind Ensemble.
Percussion Ensemble
Percussion Ensemble is designated for students who
wish to study and play music written specifically for percussion
instruments.
Marching Conquistadors
Emphasis will be on musicianship, marching and
maneuvering, and showmanship.
Symphonic Wind Ensemble-P
The Symphonic Wind Ensemble is the elite
band at Cabrillo. Work will focus on playing a wide variety
of concert band literature, including some of the major works
for this medium.
Marching Conquistadors Auxiliary
The auxiliary unit will rehearse with the
Marching Conquistadors several times each week to prepare
for parades and field shows.
Stage Band-P
Stage Band meets before school (AM period). A large variety
music will be studied.
Orchestra, Strings-P
Instruction is provided for orchestral string instruments
(violin, viola, cello, string bass).
LUSD Orchestra-P
This is a full orchestra, with brass, woodwinds and per-
cussion, as well as the string instruments.
Music Quest-P
Music Quest serves as an opportunity for the serious, advanced
music students to formulate their own course of study in an
area of music such as composition, theory, history, advanced
technique work, music librarianship, and student directing.
Freshman Choir
Freshman Choir is designed to offer both choral training and
opportunities for performance to freshman students with
interest in vocal music.
Concert Choir-P
The Concert Choir devotes itself to rehearsing and perform-
ing a variety of choral literature of all types and attempts to give
to its members an opportunity to read and to perform the best
available material.
Madrigal Singers-P
Madrigal Singers is designed to provide progress in vocal
skills.
Drama/Musical Theater
Drama/Musical Theater will introduce students to
the many facets of drama and theater.
Advanced Drama/Musical Theater-P
Advanced Drama/Musical Theater will in-
clude projects in acting, directing, stage management, costume,
lighting, sound, makeup, and scenery design.
REGIONAL OCCUPATIONAL PROGRAM
The Santa Barbara County Education Office Regional Occupational Program (ROP) provides occupational training classes for residents of Santa Barbara County. Students who enroll in ROP will earn up to 10 credits per semester while they learn skills that make them competitive in the employment market. The ROP classes are listed in the different department course selections. Many of the previous course descriptions are abbreviated. For more complete details please contact Cabrillo High School Counseling Department, 4350 Constellation Road, Lompoc, California 93436 or call 805-733-4538.