9th Grade Elective Options

Students planning to enter or transfer to a University System of Georgia institution must take two units of the same foreign language to qualify for enrollment. Students and parents should be aware of the foreign language requirements for possible college choices.

• French I, German I, Latin I, and Spanish I
• Spanish for Native Speakers I: This course is for students who speak Spanish at home. This course provides an opportunity to maintain oral competency and acquire more competency in reading and writing. Students will be tested for correct placement.
• Latin II and Spanish II: For students taking Latin I and Spanish I during both semesters of 8th grade and who exhibit mastery will be eligible. Must have 8th grade Foreign Language Teachers signature.
• Latin II Honors and Spanish II Honors: Students must have a 90 or above average in year one to be eligible for Honors level.
• Spanish IV for DLI Students: For students in the Dual Language Immersion program.

For more detailed information about World Language electives, including course videos, visit World Language Electives for 9th Graders

All AP courses are taught and evaluated at the college level. This course requires a minimum of 5+ hours of study per week and the commitment is for the entire school year. When deciding on this class, consider the other courses and outside activities you are involved in before committing to an AP class. AP Exams are administered in May with the opportunity to earn college credit. It is the expectation that students take the AP Exam.

AP Human Geography: Study of the patterns and processes of human languages, religion, politics, and population. This is a great first course for being introduced to the rigors of the AP Curriculum.

Be sure to visit Advanced Placement (AP) Courses to view the course video for this course.

Parkview High School highly recommends this course as preparation for future Social Studies courses.

World Geography: Understanding the roles, responsibilities, and relationships of people and places throughout the world. Offered at the College Prep and Honors level.

• Personal Fitness & Health: Each course is a one semester course, and both are required courses for graduation. All students are enrolled for these courses automatically unless parent waives registration because the student will take both courses on-line or during Summer School. Be sure to complete and sign the designated box on the registration form for waiving these courses during the school year. Health and PE should NOT be taken online or during the summer in order to take 3 electives.
• Body Sculpting (Girls only)/Weight Training (Boys only): These courses are designed for individuals who want to stay fit and/or get bigger, faster, and stronger. Personal Fitness & Health are the prerequisite for Body Sculpting and Weight Training

For detailed information about these courses, including course videos, visit General Electives for 9th Graders

Students who complete three years of JROTC fulfill the Health and PE requirement for graduation.

JROTC-Marine Leadership Education I: This course emphasizes followership, development of leadership traits, Marine Corps drill and ceremonies, military customs and courtesies, patriotism, and civic responsibilities. Additionally, cadets will become familiar with the cadet rank structure, chain of command, and the proper wearing of the uniform. At this level, memorization skills and proper study habits will be developed. JROTC is a voluntary elective. Cadets are required to wear the Marine Utility Uniform one day per week. Cadets must maintain an acceptable standard of academic achievement and conduct, as well as an acceptable USMC standard of grooming and be able to participate in the physical education program.

For more information and course videos, visit Marine Corps JROTC Electives

Literary Magazine: This is a production course which produces the school’s literary magazine. The course incorporates daily creative writing and focuses on improving writing skills. Students will create portfolios from work done in class including poetry, short stories, creative non-fiction, and screenplays. 

For detailed information about this course, including a course video, visit General Electives for 9th Graders

• Audio/Video Tech and Film: This is the introductory class in the ATVF pathway. Topics include equipment use, script writing, production teams, production and programming, lighting, recording, editing, studio production, and professional ethics.
• Examining the Teaching Profession: This is the foundational course in the Teaching as a Profession pathway and prepares students for future positions in the field of education. Students learn effective teaching and learning strategies, creating an effective learning environment, instructional strategies for diverse learners and students with special needs, and much more.
• Food, Nutrition and Wellness: Students will develop a knowledge base and skills necessary to understand nutritional needs, food choices, how to select among alternatives in the marketplace, and food safety for optimal health across the lifespan.
• Foundations of Engineering and Technology: This STEM driven course gives an overview of engineering and technology including the different methods used in the engineering design process developing fundamental technology and engineering literacy.
• Intro to Business & Technology: This course provides an overview of business and technology skills required for today’s business environment. Students will master Microsoft Office, Excel, and publishing software, as well as publish professional appearing business documents.
• Intro to Healthcare Science: This is the Intro/prerequisite course for Health Science Pathway. Students will learn fundamental healthcare skills including microbiology, basic life support, first aid, concepts of human growth and development, interaction with patients and family members, health, wellness, and preventative care. The legal and ethical responsibilities of today’s healthcare provider will also be studied.
• Intro to Software Design: Students learn foundational knowledge in programming languages, software development, app creation, and user interfacing applications are all taught in a computer lab with hands-on activities and project-focused tasks.
• Marketing Principles: Open to 3DE students ONLY! Learn the basics of bringing products to market, public speaking, trends in the marketplace, problem solving, sales and interview skills. You will use your creativity in developing projects and presentations, within 3DE. For more information, visit 3DE at Parkview.

For detailed information about these courses, including course videos, visit General Electives for 9th Graders

• Beginning Mixed Chorus: This course is designed for students who have little to no experience in choral singing. Students will learn the basic pitch-matching and ensemble skills.
• Beginning Guitar: Students will learn the basics of guitar, including note-reading, chord progressions, and basic music theory. For students with little to no experience.
• Modern Dance I: The student acquires basic dance skills, including history, change of level, movement sequence, spatial patterns, and dynamics, in a variety of styles. Rehearsals & performances outside of the school day and the purchase of dance attire are required.
• Stretch & Wellness: Students will get the opportunity to focus on physical, mental, and nutritional wellbeing. The focus is on learning basic stretching, yoga, nutrition, and Pilates practices.
• Theater Fundamentals I/II: Theater Fundamentals surveys theater history, acting, and the technical skills involved in production. Students acquire skills in role analysis, character development, vocal techniques and communication of a text.
• Visual Arts Composition I (2D)/ II (3D): These beginning art classes are a prerequisite for all advanced art courses. Each class is a single semester. Basic skills of drawing, painting, collages, printmaking, pottery, sculpture, and architectural structures will be explored.

For detailed information about Fine Arts courses, including course videos, visit General Electives for 9th Graders

THESE COURSES REQUIRE THE 8TH GRADE PROGRAM TEACHERS’ APPROVAL

For detailed information about these courses, including course videos and a list of which Trickum teacher can approve your registration for each course, visit Restricted Electives for 9th Graders

• Intermediate Guitar: Students will learn advanced concepts of guitar, including tab/advanced notation, jazz chord progressions, and advanced music theory. Must have taken Beg. Guitar in 8th grade. Mr. Schaefer will sign your form for this course.
• Business & Technology: Must have taken Intro to Business Technology in 8th Grade, Ms. Triggs will sign your form for this course.
• Ceramics/Pottery I, Drawing & Painting I, Sculpture and Photography I: Must have taken Art in 8th Grade and have the recommendation of Ms. Cliatt. There is very limited space for these classes so if you really want in these classes be sure to sign up on registration form.
• Computer Science Principles: Must have taken Intro to Digital Technology in 8th Grade, Ms. Killian will sign your form for this course.
• Engineering Concepts: Must have taken Foundations of Engineering in 8th Grade, Mr. Lucy will sign your form for this course.
• Intermediate Band: This class is made up of 9th grade band students capable of playing at least Grade 3 music. Marching and Non-Marching students make up this class. Afternoon/evening rehearsals/concerts and fees required. Davidson/Matthews will sign your form for this course.
• Intermediate Chorus: The course will develop the vocal technique and performance skills using a variety of choral literature. Afternoon/evening rehearsals/concerts and fees required. Ms. Folds will sign your form for this course.
• Intermediate Orchestra I (Concert): Must have 2 years of middle school orchestra. Students refine bowing techniques, performance techniques, intonation, and knowledge of music theory and history. Performances outside of school are required. Sargent/Tinley will sign your form for this course.
• Music Studies: Designed for color guard members, this course integrates the artistic combination of movement and music to represent the visual elements of performance in the pageantry arts. Students will develop skills in choreography, improvisation, and composition tailored to complement musical selections. Emphasis is placed on refining routines using feedback and specific criteria, as well as mastering warm-up techniques and ensemble skills.
• Yearbook: The Parkview Yearbook is a student publication that is created in a year-long class. This class is deadline-driven and incorporates photojournalism, interviewing, writing, and editing skills. Teamwork and communication skills are heavily incorporated. Students are required to attend sporting events and other activities as assigned throughout the year.