JAG Nevada is a private, nonprofit organization whose mission is to ensure that Nevada’s students are set up for success

and graduate work-ready. JAG Specialists assigned to participating schools assist students with challenges that may be in

their way, and show them the way towards a bright future.

JAG provides a multi-year model where struggling students are identified by a school team that includes an administrator,

counselor and teachers. Students are presented with the opportunities provided through JAG electives and, once

enrolled, have the opportunity to continue participating in the program through graduation.

JAG courses may only be offered at a school where JAG programming is provided.

JAG Course #: 10th-8424, 8425

11th-8426, 8427

12th-8417, 8418

Full Year Credit: 1

Pre-requisite: Sophomore standing or above, counselor and Teacher Approval.

This course prepares class participants for the workforce using Jobs for Nevada’s Graduates certified curriculum. The first

semester focuses on the 37 Core Competencies of J4NG to optimize employment preparedness. The second and

subsequent semester(s) build on mastery of the 37 competencies and includes instruction on Competencies 38-87.

Course may include field trips, job shadowing and other employment related activities.

Yearbook Course #: 1403, 1404

Full Year Credit: 1

Fee: $20.00 Lab Materials

This course is designed for the student interested in developing skills and knowledge utilized in the planning, organization,

and production of the school yearbook. It provides instruction in journalistic photography, story writing, headline and

caption writing, layout design, budgeting and sales, and use of computerized production programs. Students will be

required to spend significant time working outside of regular class hours.

Advanced Yearbook Course #: 1407, 1408

Full Year Credit: 1

Pre-requisite: Beginning Yearbook credit and teacher approval required.

Fee: $20.00 Lab Materials

This course is designed for the student who is dedicated to the planning, organization, and production of the school

yearbook. It gives advanced experience in journalistic photography, story writing, headline and caption writing, layout

design, budgeting and sales, and use of computerized production programs. Students will be required to spend a

very significant amount of time working outside of regular class hours.

Student Mentor Course #: 8158, 8159

Full Year or Semester Pre-requisite: Credit: 0.50 per Sem

Junior standing or above, good attendance and discipline record, AND teacher

approval.

The primary focus of this full-year course is to develop student mentors who will aide students at schools with a high

level of ELL students. Mentors must be in grades 11-12, be in good standing both academically and behaviorally, and be

able to provide transportation to cooperating schools..

Course goals include: 1) enhance the tutoring and mentoring abilities of student mentors; 2) develop meaningful

relationships to allow students to connect with their school environment; 3) develop mentors' awareness of the school's

diverse student population.

WORK EXPERIENCE (0.5 credit): Semester Course

• 180 hours required: S/U grade

• .5 credit per semester (2 elective credits total)

Description:

Washoe County School District (WCSD) high school students 16 years old and above may earn .5 elective credit by

documenting 120 hours of paid employment and submitting a resume. Students may earn a maximum of 2 elective

credits total through Job Experience & Training and only .5 credit per semester. S/U grades are awarded for Job

Experience & Training and do not affect the student’s GPA. Registration and payment must be completed before hours

count. Information, requirements and forms needed for students to successfully complete the course are available on the

above listed website.

Library Assistant Course #: 8095, 8096

Full Year or Semester (Repeatable) Pre-requisite: (Librarian).

Credit: 0.50 per Sem

Junior standing or above, good attendance and discipline record, AND teacher approval

This course is designed for students wishing to work in the library as an assistant to learn and use research techniques,

computer applications, and general library skills (re-shelving books, filing, and other appropriate duties). Good citizenship,

attendance, trustworthiness, and the ability to work well independently are important traits required by all students in this

program. NOTE: Students who do not consistently meet the qualifications and standards of this program will

be dropped from the class with possible loss of credit.

Student (Teacher) Aide Course #: 8171, 8172

Semester Credit: 0.25 per Sem

Pre-requisite: Junior standing or above, teacher approval, 2.75 overall GPA pre-registration

application

Teachers often ask for student assistance to type, file, and perform other tasks of a non-confidential nature. Students may

earn .25 elective credit per semester as a Student (Teacher) Aide. Grades will be assigned on an S/U basis and are not

figured into the student's GPA. Interested students may pre-register for Student Aide only if they have prior written

permission and a completed application form from the teacher for whom they wish to work.

Peer Tutoring Course #: 8161, 8162

Full Year or Semester Pre-requisite: Credit: 0.50 per Sem

Junior standing or above, teacher approval, 2.75 GPA in two credits of the subject

tutoring and pre-registration application

Students interested in working as tutors with high school students will work as tutors in courses they have successfully

completed. Peer tutors will be assigned to other high school students during the class period.

The goals of this course are: 1) To enhance the tutoring abilities of peer assistants; 2) To identify students with tutoring

needs; and 3) To improve the academic ability of the students being tutored.

Student evaluation will be a letter grade and will be determined by the mainstream teachers based on beneficial

contributions made toward facilitating the success of the math/English/science student in his/her mainstream class.

Counselor Assistant Course #: 8081, 8082

Full Year or Semester Pre-requisite: Credit: 0.50 per Sem

Junior standing or above, good attendance and discipline record, AND teacher approval

(Registrar).

This course is open to students with a minimum 2.75 GPA and excellent attendance. Students will learn and practice office

skills such as filing, telephone courtesy, dealing with the public, operation of various office equipment, assisting other

students with counseling appointments and questions, giving tours and assistance to new students enrolling at Galena, and

various other duties as assigned by the counselors and registrar. Confidentiality is of the utmost importance and dismissal

with loss of credit may result if any violation occurs. NOTE: Students who do not consistently meet the

qualifications and standards of this program will be dropped from the class with possible loss of credit.

Main Office Experience Discipline Office Experience Admin. (Athletic) Office Experience Course #: 8121, 8122

Course #: 8151, 8152

Course #: 8131, 8132

Full Year or Semester (Repeatable) Credit: 0.50 per Sem

Pre-requisite: Junior standing or above, good attendance and discipline record, AND teacher approval

(Office Manager).

This course is open to students with a minimum 2.75 GPA and excellent attendance. Students may be assigned to the main

office, the discipline office, or the Athletic Director’s office. The course will teach office skills, including the use of the

telephone switchboard and the operation of various office machines (such as copy machines, printers, and FAX). Students

will also deliver office messages, run passes, file, sort mail, and help with greeting the public. Confidentiality, dependability,

attendance, and a pleasant personal presentation are vital for every student in this program. Students may earn .5 credit

per semester with grades based on overall efficiency, attendance, flexibility and attitude, courtesy, and good citizenship.

Confidentiality is of the utmost importance and dismissal with loss of credit may result if any violation occurs. NOTE:

Students who do not consistently meet the qualifications and standards of this program will be dropped from

the class with possible loss of credit.

Student Leadership (Student Government) Course #: 7201, 7202

Full Year or Semester Pre-requisite: Credit: 0.50 per Sem

Formal application and Teacher Approval. Student should be planning to serve in some

elected student government/student council/class officer position during the school

year.

This course is designed to develop leadership skills and ability in students serving (or planning to serve) in some elected or

appointed student government/student council/class officer position during the school year. This class helps students to

plan and implement school activities; to develop and administer student organizational budgets; to develop and use

leadership skills; and to develop and use sound decision-making, problem solving, and planning skills. Student body officers

must enroll in this course and class officers are strongly encouraged to enroll.

ODAL 101 – Introduction to Outdoor Skills (Outdoor School) Course #: 5010-5011

Full Year Credit: 1 Galena / UNR 4 credits

Students are introduced to and practice a range of outdoor skills through classroom instruction and physically demanding

overnight field experiences in primitive settings. The outdoor skills taught may include but are not limited to backpacking,

whitewater rafting, and rock climbing. Note- Students must be able to walk for extended periods while carrying a 50-70lb

backpack through steep and rugged terrain.

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:

1. practice techniques with respect to personal, group, and environmental safety in various outdoor skills.

2. articulate an appreciation for wild places and outdoor adventures.

3. assess personal development as it relates to outdoor skills and small group expedition-based learning.This course is

designed to develop leadership skills and ability in students serving (or planning to serve) in some elected or appointed

student government/student council/class officer position during the school year. This class helps students to plan and

implement school activities; to develop and administer student organizational budgets; to develop and use leadership

skills; and to develop and use sound decision-making, problem solving, and planning skills. Student body officers must

enroll in this course and class officers are strongly encouraged to enroll.

CTE Career Internship Program Course #: 7106, 7107

Semester Credit: 0.50 per Sem

Pre-requisite: Junior standing or above; overall 3.00 GPA; be in good standing in your school

(attendance, behavior), have successfully completed or be concurrently enrolled in a

Level 2 or Level 3 CTE program of study.

WCSD is proud to offer students an opportunity to engage with local businesses to learn about careers, understand job

skills and expectations, and develop a network of resources to assist student with success after graduation. Student have

two types of opportunities available: Group and Individual: Group internships is organized by career field with focus on

understanding the range of career opportunities available I the field. Individual internships are tailored to specific student

interests. After engaging in exploration of a career field to narrow his/her focus.

Note: Both Internships start the second week of the semester and end the week prior to finals.