English Courses
4.0 English credits are required for graduation.
English 9-12A/B These courses can be fulfilled for 0.5 or a 1.0 credit. The English courses will provide students with opportunities for personal and intellectual growth through speaking, listening, reading,thinking, writing, and presenting. Students will concentrate on critical thinking, critical reading, analysis of literature, argumentation, grammar, writing, and vocabulary. These skills are developed through a wide range of literature and media. Critical reading, thinking, analyzing, and interpreting multiple forms are key components of this course.
English 9-12A/B These courses can be fulfilled for 0.5 or a 1.0 credit. The English courses will provide students with opportunities for personal and intellectual growth through speaking, listening, reading,thinking, writing, and presenting. Students will concentrate on critical thinking, critical reading, analysis of literature, argumentation, grammar, writing, and vocabulary. These skills are developed through a wide range of literature and media. Critical reading, thinking, analyzing, and interpreting multiple forms are key components of this course.
Math Courses
4.0 Math Credits are required for graduation. Algebra 1, Geometry, and Algebra 2 are required.
Additional Math courses offered include: Pre-Algebra, General Math, Applied Math, Trigonometry, Pre-Calculus, and Calculus.
Algebra 1A/B is a required course for high school math and can be fulfilled for 0.5 to 1.0 credit. Algebra 1 introduces students to variables, algebraic expressions, equations, inequalities, functions, and all their multiple representations. In this course, student will be able to apply algebra skills to real world problems and be able to communicate mathematical ideas clearly. This course lays the foundation for mathematics that will help students be successful in every subsequent course in mathematics.
Geometry A/B is a required course for high school math and can be fulfilled for 0.5 to 1.0 credits. Topics covered include: the language of geometry (points, lines, planes, and angles), reasoning and proofs, parallel and perpendicular lines, congruent triangles and applications of congruent triangles, quadrilaterals, similarity, right triangles and trigonometry, circles, polygons and area, surface area and volume, coordinate geometry, and transformations.
Algebra 2 A/B is a required course for high school math and can be fulfilled for 0.5 to 1.0 credits. Algebra 2 starts with a continuation of concepts studied in Algebra 1. Students will be challenged by new concepts that require graphing skill, function analysis, solving higher equations, investigating complex number systems, and working with matrices, logarithms, data analysis and probability.
Additional Math courses offered include: Pre-Algebra, General Math, Applied Math, Trigonometry, Pre-Calculus, and Calculus.
Algebra 1A/B is a required course for high school math and can be fulfilled for 0.5 to 1.0 credit. Algebra 1 introduces students to variables, algebraic expressions, equations, inequalities, functions, and all their multiple representations. In this course, student will be able to apply algebra skills to real world problems and be able to communicate mathematical ideas clearly. This course lays the foundation for mathematics that will help students be successful in every subsequent course in mathematics.
Geometry A/B is a required course for high school math and can be fulfilled for 0.5 to 1.0 credits. Topics covered include: the language of geometry (points, lines, planes, and angles), reasoning and proofs, parallel and perpendicular lines, congruent triangles and applications of congruent triangles, quadrilaterals, similarity, right triangles and trigonometry, circles, polygons and area, surface area and volume, coordinate geometry, and transformations.
Algebra 2 A/B is a required course for high school math and can be fulfilled for 0.5 to 1.0 credits. Algebra 2 starts with a continuation of concepts studied in Algebra 1. Students will be challenged by new concepts that require graphing skill, function analysis, solving higher equations, investigating complex number systems, and working with matrices, logarithms, data analysis and probability.
Science Courses
3.0 Science credits are required for graduation. Physical Science and Biology are required. Additional Science courses offered include: General Science, Marine Biology, Chemistry, and Anatomy & Physiology.
Physical Science A/B is a course that may be used to fulfill high school science requirements for 0.5 to 1.0 credit. This course will focus on the nature of science motion and speed, forces, thermal energy, solids, liquids and gases, the classification of matter, properties of atoms and the periodic table, chemical bonds, elements and their properties, new materials through chemistry, chemical reactions and acids, bases, and salts.
Biology A/B is needed to fulfill a high school science requirement. This course can be fulfilled for 0.5 to 1.0 credit. This course will focus on the study of living organisms and vital processes. This course will also focus on chapter topics ti include the study of life, features of life, cells, food chains, energy, and ecosystems.
General Science
Marine Biology
Chemistry
Anatomy and Physiology
Physical Science A/B is a course that may be used to fulfill high school science requirements for 0.5 to 1.0 credit. This course will focus on the nature of science motion and speed, forces, thermal energy, solids, liquids and gases, the classification of matter, properties of atoms and the periodic table, chemical bonds, elements and their properties, new materials through chemistry, chemical reactions and acids, bases, and salts.
Biology A/B is needed to fulfill a high school science requirement. This course can be fulfilled for 0.5 to 1.0 credit. This course will focus on the study of living organisms and vital processes. This course will also focus on chapter topics ti include the study of life, features of life, cells, food chains, energy, and ecosystems.
General Science
Marine Biology
Chemistry
Anatomy and Physiology
Social Studies Courses
3.0 Social Studies credits are needed for graduation. Guam History is a required Social Studies course. Any of the other courses may be selected to fulfill requirements.
Guam History A/B can be fulfilled for a 0.5 to 1.0 credit. This course may include selected emphasis on explaining connections and patterns of historical change and continuity using ideas, theories, and modes of geology and geography, Identifying and describing periods and patterns of change during eras throughput Guam history, analyzing patterns for preserving and transmitting culture, explaining how and why development in Europe contributed or affected the exploration and settlement of the Marianas, and drawing conclusions and making inferences using maps, diagrams, tables, and chart references.
World Geography A/B is an introduction to the world's major regions seen through their defining physical, social, cultural, political, and economic features. These regions are examined in terms of their physical and human characteristics and their interactions. This course emphasizes relations among regions on issues such as trade, economic development, conflict, and the role of regions in the globalization process. This course may be taken to fulfill a 0.5 or a 1.0 credit under the Social Studies requirements for graduation.
World History A examines human development from the dawn of civilization to present day. Topics will also include the socioeconomic conditions, political institutions, and ideological attitudes that have marked various time periods throughout history. Further examination may include historical events, cultural developments, social and family structures. This course may be taken to fulfill a 0.5 credit under the Social Studies requirements for graduation.
World History B examines human development from the age of exploration to Global Interdependence. Topics will also include: the Spanish conquest, the settlement of Europeans in North America, Africa and slavery, the Columbian exchange, the Scientific revolution, the French revolution, the Industrial Revolution, nationalism and imperialism, the Soviet Union, WWII, United Nations, the Cold War, Communist vs. Nationalist, Vietnam, and Philippines Independence. This course may be taken to fulfill 0.5 credit under the Social Studies requirements for graduation.
American History (US History) A/B is a course designed for furthering your knowledge and appreciation of the United States' past, present and future. The course will develop an understanding of social, political, economic, cultural, and military experiences that have played a crucial role in shaping the history of this country. This course may be taken to fulfill a 0.5 to 1.0 credit under the Social Studies requirements for graduation.
American Government A/B provides students with an understanding of civil life, politics and government. Along with a history of American government's foundation and development, students learn how power and responsibility are shared and limited by government, the impact American politics has on world affairs, the place of law in the American constitutional system, and which rights the American government guarantees its citizens. Students also examine how the world is organized politically and how civic participation in the American political system compares to that in other societies around the world today. This course may be taken to fulfill a 0.5 to 1.0 credit under the Social Studies requirements for graduation.
Guam History A/B can be fulfilled for a 0.5 to 1.0 credit. This course may include selected emphasis on explaining connections and patterns of historical change and continuity using ideas, theories, and modes of geology and geography, Identifying and describing periods and patterns of change during eras throughput Guam history, analyzing patterns for preserving and transmitting culture, explaining how and why development in Europe contributed or affected the exploration and settlement of the Marianas, and drawing conclusions and making inferences using maps, diagrams, tables, and chart references.
World Geography A/B is an introduction to the world's major regions seen through their defining physical, social, cultural, political, and economic features. These regions are examined in terms of their physical and human characteristics and their interactions. This course emphasizes relations among regions on issues such as trade, economic development, conflict, and the role of regions in the globalization process. This course may be taken to fulfill a 0.5 or a 1.0 credit under the Social Studies requirements for graduation.
World History A examines human development from the dawn of civilization to present day. Topics will also include the socioeconomic conditions, political institutions, and ideological attitudes that have marked various time periods throughout history. Further examination may include historical events, cultural developments, social and family structures. This course may be taken to fulfill a 0.5 credit under the Social Studies requirements for graduation.
World History B examines human development from the age of exploration to Global Interdependence. Topics will also include: the Spanish conquest, the settlement of Europeans in North America, Africa and slavery, the Columbian exchange, the Scientific revolution, the French revolution, the Industrial Revolution, nationalism and imperialism, the Soviet Union, WWII, United Nations, the Cold War, Communist vs. Nationalist, Vietnam, and Philippines Independence. This course may be taken to fulfill 0.5 credit under the Social Studies requirements for graduation.
American History (US History) A/B is a course designed for furthering your knowledge and appreciation of the United States' past, present and future. The course will develop an understanding of social, political, economic, cultural, and military experiences that have played a crucial role in shaping the history of this country. This course may be taken to fulfill a 0.5 to 1.0 credit under the Social Studies requirements for graduation.
American Government A/B provides students with an understanding of civil life, politics and government. Along with a history of American government's foundation and development, students learn how power and responsibility are shared and limited by government, the impact American politics has on world affairs, the place of law in the American constitutional system, and which rights the American government guarantees its citizens. Students also examine how the world is organized politically and how civic participation in the American political system compares to that in other societies around the world today. This course may be taken to fulfill a 0.5 to 1.0 credit under the Social Studies requirements for graduation.
Additional Required Courses
CHamoru A/B extends student knowledge and practice of the CHamoru language with focus on interpersonal communications, interpretive communications and presentational communications. A significant part of this course will focus on culture if the CHamoru people and relationship to the language and aspects of the community. A 1.0 credit of this course is required for high school graduation at all GDOE schools.
Health explores the mental, physical, and social aspects of life and how each contributes to total health and well-being; emphasizes safety, nutrition, mental health, substance abuse prevention, disease prevention, environmental health, family life education, consumer health, and community health. This is a required course for high school graduation that can be fulfilled for a 0.5 or a 1.0 credit.
Physical Education A/B involves demonstration and performance of activity-specific skills in individual, dual and team activities or rhythmic movements. Students will identify and/or engage in available resources that promote an active lifestyle and regular lifetime physical activities. Additional assignments will focus on creating a personal fitness program to achieve and maintain a level of physical fitness, identifying game rules during specified game activities and game etiquette. Further assignments will include identifying positive mental and emotional aspects of participation in physical activities, and reflect on reasons for choosing to participate in a lifestyle that includes physical activities.
Health explores the mental, physical, and social aspects of life and how each contributes to total health and well-being; emphasizes safety, nutrition, mental health, substance abuse prevention, disease prevention, environmental health, family life education, consumer health, and community health. This is a required course for high school graduation that can be fulfilled for a 0.5 or a 1.0 credit.
Physical Education A/B involves demonstration and performance of activity-specific skills in individual, dual and team activities or rhythmic movements. Students will identify and/or engage in available resources that promote an active lifestyle and regular lifetime physical activities. Additional assignments will focus on creating a personal fitness program to achieve and maintain a level of physical fitness, identifying game rules during specified game activities and game etiquette. Further assignments will include identifying positive mental and emotional aspects of participation in physical activities, and reflect on reasons for choosing to participate in a lifestyle that includes physical activities.
Fine Arts A/B
A 1.0 credit is a requisite under Fine Arts for graduation. Asmuyao Community School offers the following courses to meet this requirement. Students may also choose a combination of two courses for 0.5 credits each.
Each course will require a set of activities and assignments specific to meet objectives or standards outlined for the course. Projects, readings, activities, essays, and summaries are a culmination of these requirements specified in student portfolios or course outlines.
Photography is a 0.5 to 1.0 course and may be used to fulfill a fine arts or elective credit. This course is designed to be fun, but align with course objectives to include identifying photography terms and techniques, utilizing photography as a means of advertisement to promote product sales, create a theme with selected photos, creating a photo album, identifying and describing effects of different types of photo shots and finally summarizing photography ideas and techniques.
Art I can be taken to fulfill a 0.5 to a 1.0 credit for a Fine Arts requirement. Students will complete several assignments and documenting processes of developing ideas from beginning to end. Students will engage in a variety of art techniques to create for the purpose of expression. Art assignments will include comparing, contrasting, interpreting and reflections of works of art.
Art 2 A/B
Graphic Design
Street Art
Music Appreciation can be used to fulfill a 0.5 to 1.0 credit for a semester grade in Fine Arts or used as an elective credit. This course is designed to expose students to music and appreciation for the art. It is not used as a performance based course, however will introduce students to the elements of music through exploration of music theory, concert observations, computer programs and listening assignments. Additionally, students will be able to share the music they enjoy, utilize i-pods, recordings and video performances. The opportunity to play the piano, keyboard, guitar or any instrument of choice to display their talent.
Each course will require a set of activities and assignments specific to meet objectives or standards outlined for the course. Projects, readings, activities, essays, and summaries are a culmination of these requirements specified in student portfolios or course outlines.
Photography is a 0.5 to 1.0 course and may be used to fulfill a fine arts or elective credit. This course is designed to be fun, but align with course objectives to include identifying photography terms and techniques, utilizing photography as a means of advertisement to promote product sales, create a theme with selected photos, creating a photo album, identifying and describing effects of different types of photo shots and finally summarizing photography ideas and techniques.
Art I can be taken to fulfill a 0.5 to a 1.0 credit for a Fine Arts requirement. Students will complete several assignments and documenting processes of developing ideas from beginning to end. Students will engage in a variety of art techniques to create for the purpose of expression. Art assignments will include comparing, contrasting, interpreting and reflections of works of art.
Art 2 A/B
Graphic Design
Street Art
Music Appreciation can be used to fulfill a 0.5 to 1.0 credit for a semester grade in Fine Arts or used as an elective credit. This course is designed to expose students to music and appreciation for the art. It is not used as a performance based course, however will introduce students to the elements of music through exploration of music theory, concert observations, computer programs and listening assignments. Additionally, students will be able to share the music they enjoy, utilize i-pods, recordings and video performances. The opportunity to play the piano, keyboard, guitar or any instrument of choice to display their talent.
Elective Courses
Family Living is a Social Science course and may be fulfilled for a 0.5 or 1.0 credit. This course will explore the basic needs of people, how to relate to others and the world around them, how to manage resources, finances, culture and daily life activities for self and families. Students will acquire knowledge and skills needed to make transitions into adulthood. Most importantly, students will learn how to become responsible members of society.
Cooking 1 can be used to fulfill a 0.5 or 1.0 credit course for an elective. This course is designed to help the student learn kitchen concepts including the history of the food service industry, ethics and behavior in the work place, equipment, safety and sanitation. Students will learn food preparation techniques for fruits, vegetables, grains, dairy, and protein foods. The class will help students make informed decisions in the areas of nutrition, food selection, preparation and menu planning.
Cooking 2 can be used to fulfill a 0.5 or 1.0 credit course for an elective. This course
is designed to require more assignments and activities than Cooking 1.Requirements include defining professional practices, identifying standards for quality customer service, describing types of dining services, creating menus that represent types of dining services, identifying components of a recipe, explaining the metric units of measure, identifying basic nutrients, etc. and concluding with selected research summaries, making comparisons/contrast and knowledge of culinary definitions.
Science of Nutrition is a 0.5 credit elective and focuses on an assessment of the roles of nutrients in the diet, why reading food labels are necessary for your health, what and why calories, fat and carbohydrates affect your health, BMI reading, analyzing ingredients in meals and its nutritional value. The course concludes with a project outcome and reflection.
Parenting This one semester course that can fulfill a 0.5 or 1.0 credit. It will provide students with a background and information on roles and responsibilities of parenting to include basic child care and parenting knowledge, evaluate parenting practices that maximize human growth and development, evaluate external support systems that provide services for parents, and analyze physical and emotional factors related to beginning the parenting processes. Several assignments will focus on real life experiences and interviews, interviews and observations with actual parents, children and family members.
Peer Support/ Peer Counseling This course is a semester course and can be used to fulfill 0.5 or 1.0 credit. The course will involve students to become peer helpers or peer listeners with peer individuals who are experiencing difficulties with academics or daily functions. The course is designed to provide an opportunity for students to learn the value of helping others through interaction, empathy and communication. This support will include assisting students with school activities and /or coping skills. A peer tutor will be required to work with up to 5 students for a 0.5 credit and 10 students for a 1.0 credit. A Peer Counselor will be required to complete a few assignments as preparation before engaging in the peer capacity.
On the Job Training (OJT) This course is designed to assist students currently employed in the community work force. Several requirements must be met before acquiring credits for electives. A total of 90 hours of actual work experience is required for every 0.5 credits and 180 hours to fulfill a 1.0 credit. Assignments will include and not limited to submission of check stops and hourly logs signed by an immediate supervisor. Development of an organizational chart to indicate the level of hierarchy that describes the business of employment. Complete and submit a summary of duties and responsibilities of employees, departments or sections of the business operations. Describe current position and daily duties and responsibilities. Describe requirements needed to excel in current position and beyond. Describe plans to climb the ladder of success in the current position or beyond.
Understanding a Career in Gaming is designed to fulfill a 0.5 credit of an elective. The course is intended to gain knowledge and view gaming as a career option. Assignments will include but not limited to identifying the different careers in gaming, roles and requirements. Additional requirements include summaries, critiques, analysis, personal narratives, reviews and observations.
Entrepreneurship is a 0.5 or 1.0 credit course and is offered an as introductory course to teach students to think and act entrepreneurial. Assignments will include exploring entrepreneurship, roles in society, types of business and ownership, opportunity recognition and market analysis, designing a business plan, marketing plan and generating finances. Several assignments, projects and presentations will be required to fulfill this course requirements.
Personal Finance is a 0.5 or 1.0 credit course and will prepare students to prepare and gain knowledge on examining elements that affect personal income, complete activities that implement processes involved in managing personal finances, use an informed decision-making process to manage credit and debt, evaluate savings and investment options to meet short and long term goals and use appropriate and cost effective risk management strategies.
Keyboarding- Can be taken for a 0.5 or 1.0 elective credit. Keyboarding is designed to provide an opportunity to learn to touch type on the computer keyboard using correct techniques as well as the development of speed and accuracy. Students will be introduced to the formatting of personal and business letters, tables, notes, memos, and reports.
Word Processing- Can be taken for a 0.5 or 1.0 elective credit. Students will build the foundation for correct typing technique by learning basic letter and punctuation keys, utilizing all ten fingers. Students will gain understanding of capitalization, punctuation, and number keys through contextualized practice and skill-building. Students will become prepared for their future in the digital world. They will choose resumes to format and learn the importance of neatness and organization. Students will also apply their typing skills to create their own unique content. Learners will also answer a variety of college and career-based questions.
Aquatic Sports is designed to fulfill a 0.5 to 1.0 elective credit . Any water sport can be used to meet this course requirement. Assignments will include and not limited to journal entries of aquatic exercises, monitoring and recording of breathing and pulse rates. A research paper is included on an Olympic water sport athlete. Assignments also include comparison of different types of water sports available for tourists, expecting mothers and senior citizens. Concluding assignments involve a submission of video presentation on aquatic sport practices, safety procedures in specified water sport and first aid procedures for identified accidental scenario. Assessments for this course will also be required
Business Career Exploration is an elective course that can be taken to fulfill a 0.5 to 1.0 credit. The course will require the completion of several assignments that focus on career choices. The history of a specified career field, titles or positions held in selected career interest, level of hierarchy, education and training requirements, duties, qualifications, salary and personal interest. Several projects are included to fulfill this course requisite and a final presentation in selected mediums.
Office Aide is offered depending on availability to accommodate total number of assistants in the main office, the consultation rooms, counselor’s office and computer lab. This course is offered for up to 1.0 credit and can be used to fulfill an elective requirement. Basically, the student reports during school operating hours and will assume duties to assist teachers, administrative office, counselor and computer lab. Hands on experiences and hours are required during this course. All office aides are monitored by a teacher.
Psychology This course will introduce students to research and theories from a range of scientists and practitioners It will provide an overall picture of the field of Psychology and focus on human behavior and experiences. Students will further relate to Psychology as it overlaps into Biology and Sociology, the further study of sensation, perception, remembering, language, learning, motivation, emotion, testing, personality, mental disorders and therapies. The course will conclude with how psychology can serve you now and in the future. This course can be used to fulfill an elective requirement for 0.5 or 1.0 credit.
Sociology The intent of this course will allow students to think like social scientists, questioning assumptions, and looking for alternative evidence and conclusions, always using scientific methods as a problem-solving tool. During this course students will recognize that the groups or social structures that one belongs to have a profound influence over the way individuals think, feel and act. Also that sociology provides tools to understand what these social structures are how they affect our beliefs and behaviors, and how individuals relate to each other. This course can be used to fulfill an elective requirement for 0.5 or 1.0 credit.
Individual Sports and Leisure Activities / Team Sports is offered as elective courses and are taken separately. These courses may be used to fulfill up to 1.0 credit each. Students will be required to submit hours of training and practices in activity-specific skills. A demonstration, video or show of engaged performances is needed. Specified assignments will include and not limited to identifying available community resources that support specified sport, related health and physical fitness components, personal workout program, nutrition and chemical substances and effects, benefits of physical activity to social and emotional well-being, game rules and etiquette.