Humanities

Our humanities courses are taught in the team teaching model.  An English Language Arts teacher and a Social Science teacher collaborate and plan integrated lessons and PBL projects.  

10th Grade Course – World Studies (ELA 10/World History)

11th Grade Course – American Studies (ELA 11/US History)

12th Grade Course – Political Studies (ELA 12/American Government & Economics)

Math

Student are required to take 4 years of math courses.  Offerings include:

Integrated Math 2

Integrated Math 3

Senior Math 

OR

Enrollment in college math or math based course at a community college

Science

Students are required to take and pass 2 science courses for graduation.  Students will also be encouraged to take a science course at the community college.

Biology

Physics 

College Science Course

World Language

Students will fulfill their World Language course at the Community College.  This allows students a broader range of language options.

Electives

Theater I:  This course supports our learning outcomes by helping students master Oral Communication, Collaboration, and Presentation Skills through theater arts. A theater class enhances students’ oral communication and collaboration skills by requiring them to express ideas confidently, adapt to different roles, and work closely with others to create a cohesive performance.

Journalism:  In this course, students will work on mastering their skills in written communication and collaboration among many other skills as related to journalism. A journalism class helps students become better written communicators and collaborators by teaching them to convey information clearly, work together to gather and verify facts, and share diverse perspectives through well-crafted stories.

Critical Thinking: In this course, students will explore topics like mythology & world religion, that will challenge them to be critical thinkers about life and society. Studying mythology and world religions encourages students to be critical thinkers by prompting them to analyze diverse beliefs, question cultural narratives, and explore the influence of faith on human behavior and society.

College Electives: Through dual enrollment, students have the opportunity to explore a wide range of elective options that align with their interests and career goals, from advanced STEM courses to arts and humanities. This access allows them to earn college credits while still in high school, giving them a head start on their education and future aspirations.

CTE Pathway – Computer Science

The Computer Science CTE pathway at New Tech provides students with a comprehensive foundation in technology and programming, starting with basic coding & robotics, where they learn programming fundamentals and robotics principles. Students then advance to Web Design to develop skills in creating and managing websites, followed by Game Design, which introduces interactive media and game development techniques. The pathway culminates with Advanced Computer Science, where students deepen their understanding of complex programming concepts and problem-solving, preparing them for further studies or careers in the tech industry.

The Computer Science CTE pathway seamlessly transitions into the Computer Science program at the college level by equipping students with essential coding, web development, and design skills that align with the college’s curriculum. By building a solid technical foundation in high school, students can enter college courses with advanced knowledge and hands-on experience, allowing them to pursue more specialized courses and potentially earn college credits that contribute to a degree in computer science or related fields.

Note: Every student enrolled at New Tech will be required to take the CS1: Intro to Computer Science Course but they are not required to complete the pathway if they are not interested in this career field.

• Computer Science (this is the ONLY Computer Science Pathway in the SCUSD)