Senior Year Onboarding

In this newsletter you will find important information that will help you navigate the transition into your next grade level. We are looking forward to an exciting new year!

1. International Business*
2. Innovation to Commercialization: English & Product Development
3. Chemistry & Engineering Design: Solving Local & Global Challenges
4. Virtual Enterprise (VE I Business Management or VE II - Product Development)*
5. Math
6. IVC Elective
7. Other Elective
8. Point Break (unless Athlete)

*Indicates honors = additional point toward LMA GPA

To align with your athletic schedule, your sport will take the place of your "Other Elective" option. All 12th graders, including athletes, will be enrolled in VE 1.

For additional details regarding our athletic program, please refer to the Athletic Guidelines section of this page.

By choosing to be a part of LMA, you have selected to complete the LMA course pathway. Seniors will have a full course load showing future colleges that LMA students challenge themselves for all four years.

*As part of the required LMA curriculum, students are not permitted to DROP or substitute courses.

*Please note courses are subject to change, especially as we continue to build our IVC partnership.

International Business Honors will provide students with an understanding of the principles and applications of how business operates within the global environment. Students will explore topics of importance in today's world of international business, including but not limited to economics, cultural and social influences, communication, ethics, marketing, production, technology, and entrepreneurship. Students will be able to analyze the impact of International Business on the economy, and how this change impacts the multicultural world. Students will learn about that all aspects of the global environment are interconnected, including cultural, political, legal, historical, economic, and ethical factors. Students will analyze their own strengths, and how to utilize them in global business. They will utilize critical thinking skills through the decision making process and problem resolution. International Business Honors is the capstone course in the LMA Business Management pathway. Students will integrate academic knowledge with application of business principles. They will collaborate with peers utilizing effective communication skills as they work through global business issues faced by modern day businesses. They will read, research, write reports and present their findings, as they analyze international business practices.

The purpose of this course is to provide students a strong background in the video and television arts while introducing them to the tools of digital storytelling. This course will teach students the fundamentals of artistic design in video and TV. Students will develop a rich vocabulary of artistic and technical terms and will be encouraged to use these terms when analyzing their own work and the work of others. Students will learn how to respond to films from many different time periods, cultures, and genres.

This course allows students to be creative and create works of art to be viewed and enjoyed. Students will use tools such as cameras, microphones, cameras, and video editing software among many others that allow students to turn their story ideas into works of art.

Students recognize the significance of statistics in the areas of business, marketing, and finance, and its role in effective decision making within these fields. Basic principles of statistical analysis are covered in the course including but not limited to: presentation, categorization, and analysis of data (both tabular and graphical); measures of center, spread, and shape of distributions; design and critique of experiments and observational studies; basic probability rules; distinguishing between population and sampling distributions; inferential analysis using confidence intervals, and tests of significance; and interpretation of least squares regression lines, slope, correlation and coefficient of determination. Applying this statistical knowledge, students will analyze data, estimate population parameters, test hypotheses, forecast business trends, appraise asset values, interpret business plans, and create mock investment portfolios.

Computer Science is an introductory computer science course that empowers students to create authentic artifacts and engage with computer science as a medium for creativity, communication, problem solving, and fun. Students will learn about the internet, they will design and create web sites using HTML and CSS, they will program several projects using CSS, and they will create presentations and research covering new and emerging computational technologies.

District Course Catalog (includes LMA course descriptors)

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*Please note that we are still finalizing our senior year courses and they are subject to change. As additional information becomes available, we will be sure to share with students and families.

This course covers basic concepts of analytic geometry, limits and continuity; and differentiation and integration of algebraic, trigonometric, exponential, logarithmic and hyperbolic functions. Applications include related rates and optimization problems. L’hospital’s rule is studied.

This course continues the study of single-variable differential and integral calculus begun in Math 3A. It covers techniques of integration; applications of integration; parametric and polar equations; and improper integrals. Sequences, infinite series, power series and Taylor’s formula are studied.

Earth’s Natural Environment focuses on physical geography: the systematic study of the dynamic physical environment of the earth as the human home. Topics include the sun/earth relationship and energy balance, geospatial techniques, the character of the atmosphere, weather, climate, vegetation, the composition of the earth, plate tectonics, landform development and reduction, water, and the modification and pollution of the earth by humans.

This course is an introduction to the major concepts, theoretical perspectives, empirical findings, and historical trends in psychology.

Introduction to Philosophy explains the tools and methods of the philosopher and introduces a few representative philosophical issues. Typical issues are the free will problem, the problem of personal identity, the question of God’s existence, and the question of the nature of knowledge of the external world.

This course traces the development and history of rock music in the United States. Students study musical, sociological and political aspects of rock music as well as important people, ensembles, and institutions of the genre. The course includes a general study of musical elements such as melody, harmony, rhythm and orchestration as they pertain to the diverse styles of rock music. Attendance at live concerts may be required.

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• Students are dually enrolled in both IVC courses and LMA courses.
• Dual enrollment is part of the LMA pathway, therefore all students must enroll and pass the courses to remain on track.
• Dual enrollment courses are taught at LMA by IVC college instructors.
• Grades are weighted (earn an additional point toward the LMA grade point average).
• Students are building a college transcript with each new course.
• IVC grades will be input on both your LMA and college transcript.
• Homework will be assigned (IVC homework policy is different than LMA policy).
• Dual enrollment is in lieu of AP courses. LMA does not offer AP courses.

FERPA (Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act):

The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) is a Federal law that protects the privacy of student education records. The law applies to all schools that receive funds under an applicable program of the US Department of Education. FERPA gives parents certain rights with respect to their children’s education records. These rights transfer to the student when he or she reaches the age of 18 or attends a school beyond the high school level. In accordance with FERPA, professors will only communicate directly with their students in the IVC course and will not be able to respond to parent emails or phone calls, all communication must be done with the student directly.

Accommodations due to learning and/or physical disabilities:

Any student with an IEP or 504 plan can contact the Disabled Students Programs & Services (DSPS) department at IVC and present a copy of the current IEP or 504 for evaluation to determine what services can be provided by the college. The level of service and accommodations can be different than those provided at Legacy and is determined by IVC. The DSPS department provides support services, specialized instruction and accommodations to students with a disability, allowing them to fully participate and benefit from an equitable college experience. The overall mission of DSPS is to provide exemplary instruction, support services and access to students with disabilities. DSPS will support students with disabilities in educationally related activities consistent with the mission and vision of Irvine Valley College and in compliance with federal and state laws.

(DSPS Packet)

Support for student accommodations (504 and IEP)

Seniors are required to complete the Google Form provided by their counselor (reviewed in-class and emailed home via Parent Square). This form allows us to collect your elective and math course preferences. Your selections will be reviewed during your 1:1 meeting.

Students who do not submit the form by the indicated deadline will not receive priority for course selection. Please note that all course requests are subject to availability, as space is limited.

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At LMA, while CIF-sanctioned sports are not offered, students in grades 9–12 have the option to try out for athletics at their designated home high school (Beckman, Foothill, or Tustin High School).

• Cheer and Dance: These activities may be available depending on each high school’s structure. Please consult your counselor for specific details.
• Marching Band: This activity is not included as part of this program.
• Home High School Determination:
• Students who live within the boundaries of LMA will have the opportunity to try out for athletics at Tustin High School.
• Students who have transferred into TUSD from another school district are also eligible to try out for athletics at Tustin High School.

It is the student’s responsibility to explore sports options, contact coaches, and communicate final decisions with LMA counselors to ensure proper scheduling.

Important Deadlines:

All continuing and potential athletes must notify their counselor of their intent to play a sport by April to allow counselors to appropriately schedule for the upcoming school year.

This includes students interested in spring semester sports, as schedules must be coordinated to minimize conflicts.

Additional Information:

1. Research & Contact: Students are responsible for researching available sports, understanding deadlines, and contacting the appropriate high school staff. The counseling website provides athletic contact information.
2. Home High School Participation: Athletes can only participate in sports at their designated home high school. Students uncertain about their home high school should confirm with their counselor.
3. Practice & Game Logistics:
   • Once rostered, athletes will have an early release from LMA for practices and games:
     • Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: 1:45 PM
     • Wednesday: 1:45 PM
   • Transportation: Students are responsible for arranging their own transportation.
   • Missed Work: Students are accountable for making up any classwork missed due to early release.
4. IVC Classes: If participating in athletics impacts IVC classes, it is the student’s responsibility to inform professors of any schedule conflicts.

Next School Year: Adding Athletics to Your Schedule

Schedules will only be adjusted for athletics once the Athletic Confirmation Form has been completed and submitted.

• Athletic Confirmation Process:
• Download the form and follow all outlined steps HERE.
• Submit physical copies to the Front Office. Digital submissions will not be accepted.
• Forms must be signed by all required parties, including your coach.
• Allow a minimum of 24–48 hours for schedule changes to be processed once forms are submitted.

Until the form is received and processed by both LMA and your team's high school (THS, FHS, BHS), your schedule will not include early release for athletics.

Key Resources:

For more detailed information, deadlines, and links to athletic contacts, please visit the counseling website or access the links below.

The NCAA and NAIA Eligibility Centers certify whether prospective college athletes are eligible to play sports at a college level. Students interested in playing at a college level, will need to register for the appropriate Eligibility Center.

NCAA

The National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) is made up of members who serve college athletes. The NCAA is divided into D1, D2, and D3 leagues. Athletes participate in 102 athletics conferences and there are 1,098 schools.

List of Colleges: https://www.ncaa.com/schools-index

Eligibility Center: https://web3.ncaa.org/ecwr3/

NAIA

NAIA is a college athletics governing body for small college athletics programs. The NAIA offers student-athletes an opportunity to earn athletic scholarships in 28 different sports at more than 250 schools across the country.

List of Colleges: https://www.naia.org/schools/index

Eligibility Center: https://play.mynaia.org/

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Students will have an opportunity to complete a number of the CTE pathways posted below upon graduation. All CTE courses are embedded in the LMA course progression. Completing CTE Pathways help students to be prepared for college and/or the workforce because pathways connect academic learning to real-world application. For each pathway completed, students receive a cord to wear at graduation.

A-G requirements are high school courses students would need to take in order to be eligible to apply for many 4 year universities, including UCs and Cal States. Graduation Requirements are the minimum courses students need to take in order to graduate from TUSD.

The LMA high school pathway has been structured so all students will be A-G eligible upon successfully completing their courses.

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Some important dates if you plan to apply to 4-year colleges:

August

1st - UC Applications OPEN

Other: Communicate with your Letter of Recommendation writers (private and out of state schools).

October

1st - CSU Applications OPEN

1st - Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) / California Dream Act Application (CADAA) OPEN

Other: Be prepared to submit your Brag Sheet to your letter writers this month. Counselors will review this process early in the Fall semester with all seniors.

November

1st & 15th- Early Action and/or Early Decision DEADLINE for many colleges that participate

30th - CSU & UC applications DUE

December

DEADLINE to take SAT / ACT for colleges (if required or optional)

March

2nd - FAFSA / CADAA DEADLINE

31st - CSU / UC will typically let applicants know their admissions decision by this date

Other: Complete all steps for IVC Freshman registration (as back up and first choice).

May

1st - National College Decision Day

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For more information regarding post-secondary options, college planning, and general counseling information; check out our LMA Counseling Website:

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If you are new to Legacy or have not had an opportunity to watch Dr. Harrison's presentations about the Legacy program, please take a look at her incredibly informative newsletter, linked HERE.

One of the key components of the instructional program at LMA is the delivery of instruction through project based learning (PBL).

PBL is the ongoing act of learning about different subjects simultaneously. This is achieved by guiding students to identify, through research, a real-world problem (from local to global) developing its solution using evidence to support the claim and presenting the solution through a multimedia approach based in a set of 21st-century tools. Students show what they learn as they journey through the unit, interact with its lessons, collaborate, and assess themselves and each other. They don't merely take a test or produce a product at the end to show their learning. PBL isn't about writing a state report. It's about using what you know about the state you study and then creating your own state. It isn't about building a replica of the Washington Monument. It's about researching someone to honor, designing your own monument, and persuasively pitching a committee to build it.

Project Based Learning prepares students for academic, personal, and career success, as well as readies young people to rise to the challenges of their lives and the world they will inherit.

Here's a VIDEO LINK that shares a bit more.

Legacy's grading mission: assessment and grading will tell an accurate story of a student’s academic progress so that they will be intrinsically motivated to consistently perform at their personal best with academic integrity.

Our grading is based on a 5 point rubric, scaled from 5 (not mastered) to 10 (mastery):

9/10 - Mastery

Student demonstrated complete and detailed understanding of the learning target or standard and can transfer it to new situations without assistance.

8 - Proficiency

Student demonstrated a firm grasp of the skill and has an almost complete understanding of the concept involved.

7 - Beginning to Understand

Student demonstrated some conceptual understanding of the learning target but may still have some confusion or assistance needed to complete.

6 - Authentic Attempt with Weak Evidence

Student has attempted the learning target but has demonstrated weak understanding or can complete with significant assistance.

5 - Not Yet

Student has not attempted this learning target yet or student attempted the learning target but with little to no understanding or submitted work is missing major portions of the assignment.

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Wellness Support Counselor

Email: ttsang@tustin.k12.ca.us

Academic Support Counselor

Email: jple@tustin.k12.ca.us

*Updated as of 3/3/2023