PHS Human Services is a program designed to develop your ethic of service and leadership skills. Through participating in PHS Human Services you will have opportunities to work toward positive change as you develop a strong sense of social responsibility and civic awareness. You will engage in rigorous classes combined with authentic service experiences, alongside other PHS students who are ready to make a difference in our community. You will have the opportunity to create, plan, and implement your own service projects.
7050 Current World Affairs
Number of semesters: 1 (5 credits)
Prerequisite: None
Meets requirements: 1, 6
This course is designed to help students to develop an objective and analytic method of making decisions about national and international affairs. This course will feature a wide ranging view of current events, with emphasis on discussion, research, and presentations.
**At PHS, this semester course will explore challenges facing global citizens, and solutions that are being developed to address those challenges. Specifically, students will investigate the issues of poverty, war & conflict, and the environment, and will engage in a variety of inquiry-based research and presentation opportunities to understand how those issues impact people within the local community, the United States and the planet. Students will complete a group service learning project as a final assessment. This course is a requirement for year one of the PHS Service Learning Academy, but is open to all Poudre High School Students.
5870 Literature and Composition for Social Action
Number of semesters: 2 (10 credits)
Prerequisite: None
Meets requirements: 1, 2
This course will address the history of social action initiated through literature. It will then move on to focus on how various texts (fiction, non-fiction, film, social media, etc.) have motivated resistance and social action regarding the specific issues of race, class, and gender. This course is a requirement for the junior or senior year of the PHS Service Learning Academy and is also open to all PHS juniors or seniors.
7242 Sociology
Number of semesters: 1 (5 credits)
Prerequisite: None
Meets requirements: 1
Sociology is the study of the groups and societies in which people live in. In this introductory course, we examine and analyze how social structures and cultures are created, maintained, and most importantly, how they affect behavior. Students learn about such issues as culture, socialization, gender, social inequality race and ethnicity, family, deviance, and social change.
7240 Psychology 1
Number of semesters: 1 (5 credits)
Prerequisite: None
Meets requirements: 1
Psychology 1 will pursue the fascinating question of why humans beings behave as they do. Students consider the role of our biological makeup and our social environment in influencing why we respond as we do to a wide variety of situations. Famous experiments and psychological theories will be studied in an attempt to discovery why people develop as they do behaviorally.
**At PHS, units include research methodology and ethics, neurobiology, personality, states of consciousness, and sensation and perception.
7245 Psychology 2
Number of semesters: 1 (5 credits)
Prerequisite: None
Meets requirements: 1
Human behavior is a product of nature and nurture. We act as we do both due to our biological makeup and our social interactions. Students will be introduced to the most current interpretations of human behavior as well as how the greatest scholars in the field of Psychology in past years explained the workings of the human mind.
**At PHS, units include abnormal psychology and therapy, social psychology, stress, and a lifespan development.
7246 AP Psychology
Number of semesters: 2 (10 credits)
Prerequisite: None, **At PHS, Grades 11, 12
Meets requirements: 1
The purpose of the AP course in Psychology is to introduce students to the systematic and scientific study of the behavior and mental processes of human beings and other animals. Students are exposed to the psychological facts, principles and phenomena associated with each of the major subfields within psychology. They also learn about the methods psychologists use in their science and practice.
8104 Student Council
Number of semesters: 2 (10 credits)
Prerequisite: Instructor approval and completion of Leadership packet. (Signatures, letters of recommendation and essays. No speeches are necessary to be part of team)
Meets requirements: 1
In Student Council, students will learn and practice all areas of leadership. They will become skilled in the art of leadership and work as a team to create positive change and exciting activities for school. It is expected that students will fulfill a course requirement of numerous extra hours outside of the normal school day working on Council activities.
**At PHS, our student council is an active and vibrant group of leaders who are the backbone of school activities. At the beginning of each year the individual classes develop their own mission statements as well as specific, measurable, action-oriented, realistic goals. These goals become the specific activities we organize throughout the year. The skills that our leaders are learning are professional skills that will translate into success in any career they choose. Some of the activities this group will be responsible for are: Homecoming activities, service projects, the canned food drive, Mr. PHS, the Mentoring Program with Irish Elementary, the Angel Tree gift giving program and the Freshmen Mentoring Program. Students should have a great work ethic, great attitude, and the time to make a difference in our community.
8107 Ambassadors
Number of semesters: 2 (10 credits)
Prerequisite: Grades 11, 12, Application/Interview
Meets requirements: 1
Ambassadors is a group of students who want to help others and have a positive impact at PHS. They are trained as peer educators and do class presentations on a variety of topics and do outreach activities at junior high and elementary schools. Examples of their activities include helping students transition into high school, Red Ribbon Week assembly, sexual assault/harassment prevention, the college fair, drug and alcohol awareness, and community service projects.
**At PHS, activities include suicide awareness, character development, bully proofing, and internet safety.
7260 Anthropology
Number of semesters: 1 (5 credits)
Prerequisite: None
Meets requirements: 1
The chief objective of Anthropology is to increase the students awareness of and appreciation for the rich diversity of human behavior and beliefs. The course examines the physical and cultural origins and development of the human species, taking us back in time some three million years. Students will investigate the techniques and evidence used to formulate theories about prehistoric and modern people who possess lifestyles dramatically different from our own. Anthropology is taught from an evolutionary perspective.
7027 Leadership
Number of semesters: 2 (10 credits)
Prerequisite: **At PHS, a member of Class Council
Meets requirements: 1
Leadership is a course designed to teach students how to become more effective leaders. The course explores leadership characteristics, various decision-making processes, and models of governing structures. Students take an active role in policy setting and implementing school related projects.
1776 International Business
1940 Management
57830/7831 Criminal Justice Careers Exploration (FRCC Career Pathways Course)
Are you interested in a career in the criminal justice system? In this program, students explore careers in the criminal justice field and learn about the roles of various criminal justice agencies, police procedures, crime-scene investigation, criminal law and the courts, the correctional system, communication skills, and more. Students interact with a wide variety of professional guest speakers, visit field trip sites, and participate in community service, in addition to traditional classroom activities.
4311 Early Childhood Education 1
Number of semesters: 1 (5 credits)
Prerequisite: None
Meets requirements: 1
**There is a $15 material supply cost**
This course provides an introduction to Early Childhood Education. It includes the eight key areas of professional knowledge:
1. Child Growth & Development
2. Health, Nutrition & Safety
3. Developmentally Appropriate Practices
4. Guidance
5. Family & Community Relations
6. Diversity
7. Professionalism
8. Administration & Supervision
The content of this course focuses on the development of children from birth to age eight. In Early Childhood Education 1, students will:
• explore career paths related to a variety of early childhood professions
• apply the eight universal core values to the needs of children from prenatal stages to age eight
• demonstrate a safe and healthy learning environment for children
• participate in the "Buddy-Up" program, depending on the school
4312 Early Childhood Education 2
Number of semesters: 1 (5 credits)
Prerequisite: 4311 Early Childhood Education 1
Meets requirements: 1
This course provides an introduction to Early Childhood Education. It includes the eight key areas of professional knowledge addressed in Early Childhood Education 1.
The content of this course focuses on the development of children from birth to age eight. In Early Childhood Education 2, students will:
· continue to study the developmental progression of children through the primary grades
· focus on career preparation for elementary age children
· participate in "Buddy-Up" activities and other out-of-
· class experiences with children (required) explore various early childhood care and education models
7290 Sociology of Relationships
Number of semesters: 1 (5 credits)
Prerequisite: None, **At PHS, Grade 11 or 12 ONLY
Meets requirements: 1
Dating? Marriage? Relationships with parents? This course is about all these things and more. You will explore your personal attitudes, goals, and values. This class will help you seek positive relationships with others, improve the quality of your relationships, and help you make better choices leading towards a more fulfilling life. Emphasis will be placed on studying those relationships that involve emotional, psychological, or physical closeness. Being educated on these issues will increase your tolerance for people whose decisions and lifestyles are different from your own. Relationships are often the most important aspects of our lives, learn how to develop yours!
4410 Foods, Nutrition and Wellness
Number of semesters: 1 (5 credits)
Prerequisite: None, **At PHS, Grade 9, 10, 11
Meets requirements: 1, 12
**There is a $25 material supply cost**
Are you curious about how the food you eat impacts your health and performance? You will learn how to develop lifelong healthy eating choices along with basic cooking techniques. Emphasis is placed on implementing healthy nutritional choices, preparing nutrient dense foods, exploring careers related to culinary nutrition and current food trends. You will gain valuable hands-on experiences during food labs. At PHS, a fitness component will be incorporated.
4041 Teen Choices
Number of semesters: 1 (5 credits)
Prerequisite: None, **At PHS, Grade 9 ONLY
Meets requirements: 1, 11
**There is a $2 material supply cost**
Are you a teenage? Are you interested in learning more about the important decisions you are face with now and in the future? If you answered yes, then this is a great class for you, and you will receive your Health credits for graduation. In this course, you will learn how to make healthy decisions throughout your teen years. You will learn skills and practices required by individuals to develop, manage and strengthen: social, psychological, and physical wellness, interpersonal relationships, healthy nutritional habits, safe sexual decision making, anti-substance use practices, and understanding teens and the law. As a teenager it is important to take responsibility for personal success and contribute to family and your community well-being. After completing this course, you will feel equipped to handle “life”.
3030 Sports Medicine
Number of semesters: 1 (5 credits)
Prerequisite: Physical Education 1, 11th or 12th grade
Meets requirements: 1
This course provides an opportunity for the study and application of the components of sports medicine including but not limited to: sports medicine related careers, organizational and administrative considerations, prevention of athletic injuries, recognition, evaluation, and immediate care of athletic injuries, rehabilitation and management skills, taping and wrapping techniques, first aid/CPR/AED, emergency procedures, nutrition, sports psychology, human anatomy and physiology, therapeutic modalities, and therapeutic exercises.
6740 MYP Biology
(This course is open to all PHS students. This is the honors track)
Number of semesters: 2 (10 credits)
Prerequisites: Grade 9
Meets requirements: 1, 10
This course introduces life sciences using basic scientific methods of inquiry and knowledge. Study will include respiration and photosynthesis, plant and animal cells, cellular reproduction, molecular genetics, plant and animal physiology and taxonomy, evolution, and ecological processes.
6760 AP Biology
Number of semesters: 2 (10 credits)
Math Co-Prerequisite: **At PHS, Algebra 2 strongly recommended
Science Co-Prerequisite: Biology, ** At PHS, Chemistry
Meets requirements: 1, 10
AP Biology, as designed by the College Board, is a rich and challenging class for highly motivated students in life sciences. The rigor of this class stems from the depth of content, as well as its emphasis on the scientific process through completion of several college laboratories. Students will use a college textbook and supplementary material to study four main concepts focused on the processes of evolution driving the diversity & unity of life, how biological systems utilize molecular building blocks, how living systems store, retrieve, transmit, & respond to information, & the interactions of biological systems. Successful performance on the national AP Chemistry exam may result in the granting of college credit at many universities.
6790 Chemistry or
6790S1CEFR Chemistry
(Potential Concurrent Enrollment Offered)
Number of semesters: 2 (10 credits)
Math Co-Prerequisite: Algebra 2
Science Prerequisite: ** At PHS, MYP Biology or Earth Systems Science
Meets requirements: 1, 10
Chemistry is a laboratory class exploring the interactions of matter. Units of study include atomic structure, stoichiometry, nomenclature, chemical bonding, gases, and acids and bases. Its approach also emphasizes rigorous problem solving skills and quantitative laboratory work necessary for college.
6803 Organic and Biochemistry
Number of semesters: 1 (5 credits)
Math Co-Prerequisite: Pre-Calculus strongly recommended
Science Co-Prerequisite: ** At PHS, AP Chemistry
Meets requirements: 1, 10
This is an advanced science course that introduces the structure and reactivity of carbon compounds. Topics include the structure and reactions of organic functional groups, nomenclature, bonding, stereochemistry, spectroscopy, especially nuclear magnetic resonance, synthesis, mechanics, and applications. Topics basic to molecular biology include proteins, carbohydrates, lipids, nucleic acids and energy transformations.
6780 Forensic Science/CSI
Number of semesters: 1 (5 credits)
Math Prerequisite: Algebra 1
Science Co-Prerequisite: ** At PHS, MYP Biology or Earth Systems Science
Meets requirements: 1, 10
**There is a $15 material/supply cost**
Forensic science is the study and application of science to the processes of law and involves the collection, examination, evaluation, and interpretation of evidence. This field encompasses many scientific areas that make invaluable contributions to the resolution of social and legal disputes. This course will review the basic applications of the biological, physical, chemical, medical, and behavioral understanding of forensic science and how to apply the scientific process to real world problems.
6800 AP Chemistry
Number of semesters: 2 (10 credits)
Math Prerequisite: Algebra 2, **At PHS, Pre-Calculus strongly recommended
Science Prerequisite: Chemistry
Meets requirements: 1, 10
AP Chemistry, as designed by the College Board, is a rich and challenging class for highly motivated students in chemistry. The rigor of this class stems from the depth of content, as well as its emphasis on the scientific process through completion of several college laboratories. Students will use a college textbook and supplementary material to study chemical kinetics and equilibrium, acid base chemistry, electrochemistry, thermodynamics, and other miscellaneous topics. Successful performance on the national AP Chemistry exam may result in the granting of college credit at many universities.
7839/7840 Holistic Health with Yoga Teacher Certification (FRCC Career Pathway)
Are you interested in the art and science of healing? Holistic medicine can complement or provide an alternative to conventional medicine by addressing the whole person – body, mind, and spirit. Students will learn about different approaches that are covered under holistic/complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) and the career pathways available to them. Topics explored include: stress management, wellness, homeopathy, acupuncture, herbology, aromatherapy, and an in-depth unit to prepare students to become nationally certified Yoga Teachers through the Yoga Alliance (includes yoga-related anatomy/physiology and CPR certification). This program is made up of classroom activities, demonstrations, field trips, guest speakers, and ~200 hours of Yoga Teacher Training. This program is offered during the AM session (8:00-10:00 a.m.) only and is held at the FRCC Loveland site.
7674/7675 Medical Careers Exploration (FRCC Career Pathway)
Are you interested in a fulfilling career in the health care field? In this program, students build a foundation in science and medicine and are exposed to a wide variety of health careers, medical professionals, and medical facilities. Students explore anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, safe practices in the clinical setting, ethics in health care, and fundamental nurse aide skills. During the year, students can earn certificates in 1) Adult First Aid/CPR 2) Infant and Child First Aid/CPR and 3) Dementia Care. Curriculum also includes basic nurse aide (CNA) training, culminating, for qualified students, in a three-day clinical experience working with real patients. This program is made up of classroom activities, guest speakers, and practice in the nursing lab, field trips, community service, and clinical experiences. PSD students attend the program at FRCC and TSD students attend the program at the FRCC Loveland campus.
1791, 1792, or 1793 PWR Internship Fall, Spring, or Summer
Number of semesters: 1 (5 credits)
Prerequisite: None; Meets requirements: 1
The PWR (Postsecondary and Workforce Ready) Internship program offers eligible seniors in Poudre School District an opportunity to earn high school credit and gain experience in a chosen profession or industry. Students must apply in December of their junior year. These students represent the high standards of PSD, maintain a 3.4 GPA or higher, plan to pursue postsecondary education or a career, and are able to log 75 hours in an unpaid internship with the employer during one semester. Students selected for the program will be placed in an unpaid internship related to their career goal and will submit weekly online updates and time reports to the Internship Coordinator. This course will support students as they develop 21st Century foundational workplace skills. For more information, see your counselor.
