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2011-2012 Course Descriptions
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS FOR SENIORS 4 units of English 4 units of Mathematics (1 unit of Algebra and 1 unit of Geometry must be included) 3 units of Science (1 unit of Physical Science and 1 unit of Biology) 3 units of Social Studies (1 unit of World History, 1 unit of U.S. History, and ½ unit of Civics/Economics) ½ unit of Physical Education ½ unit of Health and Safety ½ unit of Fine Arts ½ unit of Oral Communication 1 unit of Computer Business Applications (2012 Seniors) 9 Electives 26 Total Credits
*Due to a change in state graduation requirements, only 3 physical activity credits can be counted toward the 26 credits required for graduation at Morrilton High School. Therefore, if you have already earned 3 physical activity credits by your senior year, you cannot have another non-credit class. State law allows only ONE non-credit class in your schedule.
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Students must earn the amount of credits listed below for classification in the classes indicated: To be classified as a sophomore: 6 total credits. To be classified as a junior: 13 total credits, 2 of which must be English. To be classified as a senior: 18 total credits, 3 of which must be English. Total credits to graduate: 26 total credits.
CORE CURRICULUM FOR UNCONDITIONAL ADMISSION-(MINIMUM CORE CURRICULUM REQUIRED FOR PREPARATION FOR HIGHER EDUCATION)
English Four units with emphasis on writing skills, not to include courses in oral communications, journalism, drama or debate.
Natural Science Three units, with laboratories, chosen from Physical Science, Biology, Chemistry, or Physics. Only one unit may come from a Life Science.
Mathematics Four units, including Algebra I and II, Geometry, and an advanced math course. It is strongly recommended that students take a math course during their senior year.
Social Studies Three units, including one of U.S. History (does not include Contemporary U.S. History), one of World History (not to include World Cultures, World Geography, or Global Studies), and at least one-half unit of Civics or U.S. Government (not to include courses in practical arts).
English : four (4) units (years)—9th, 10th, 11th, and 12th
Oral Communications: one-half (1/2) unit (1/2 year)
Mathematics: four (4) units (years) (all students Smart Core must take a mathematics course in grade 11 0r 12 and complete Algebra II.) * Algebra I or Algebra A & B* which may be taken in grades 7-8 or 8-9 * Geometry or Investigation Geometry or Geometry A & B* which may be taken in grades 8-9 or 9-10 * A two-year algebra equivalent or a two-year geometry equivalent may each be counted as to units of the four-unit requirement for the purpose of meeting the graduation requirement, by only serve as one unit each toward fulfilling the Smart Core Requirement. * Algebra II * Choice of: Transitions to College Math, Pre-Calculus, Calculus, Trigonometry, Statistics, Computer Math, Algebra III, or an Advanced Placement math (Comparable concurrent credit college courses may be substituted where applicable)
Natural Science: three (3) units (years) with lab experience chosen from * Physical Science * Biology or Applied Biology/Chemistry * Chemistry * Physics or Principles of Technology I & II or PIC Physics
Social Studies: three (3) units (years) * Civics or Civics/American Government * World History * American History
Physical Education: one-half (1/2) unit (year) Note: While one-half (1/2) unit is required for graduation, no more than (1) unit may be applied toward fulfilling the necessary units to graduate.
Health and Safety: one-half (1/2) unit (1/2 year)
Fine Arts: one-half (1/2) unit (1/2 year)
All career focus unit requirements shall be established through guidance and counseling based on the student’s contemplated work aspirations. Career focus courses shall conform to the curriculum policy of the district and reflect state curriculum frameworks through course sequencing and career course concentrations where appropriate.
The smart Core, career focus, and elective units must total at least twenty-six (26) units to graduate. (Except for the class of 2010 which will remain 24)
English: four (4) units (years)
Oral Communications: one-half (1/2) units (1/2 year)
Mathematics: four (4) units (years) * Algebra or its equivalent – 1 unit * Geometry or its equivalent - 1 unit * All math units must build on the base of algebra I and geometry knowledge and skills. * (Comparable concurrent credit college courses may be substituted where applicable) A two -year algebra equivalent or a two-year geometry equivalent may each be counted as two units of the four (4) unit requirement.
Science: three (3) units (years) * at least one (1) unit of biology or its equivalent * one (1) unit of a physical science
Social Studies: three (3) units (years) * Civics or government, one half (1/2) unit * Economics, one-half (1/2) unit * World History, one (1) unit * US History, one (1) unit
Physical Educations: one half (1/2) unit ½ year) Note: While one-half (1/2) unit is required for graduation, no more than one (1) unit may be applied toward fulfilling the necessary units to graduate.
Health and Safety: one-half (1/2) unit ½ year)
Fine Arts: one-half (1/2) unit (½ year)
All career focus units requirements shall be established through guidance and counseling based on the student’s contemplated work aspirations. Career focus courses shall conform to the curriculum policy of the district and reflect state curriculum frameworks through course sequencing and career concentrations where appropriate.
The Core Curriculum, career focus, and elective units must total at least twenty-six (26) units to graduate. (Except for the class of 2010 which will remain 24)
REQUIREMENTS FOR A COMPLETER OF A WORKFORCE EDUCATION CAREER FOCUS/MAJOR 17 units core academics 3 units minimum in workforce education career focus/major 6 units other 26 units (required for high school graduation)
All completers are required to complete the foundation courses consisting of
½ unit Career Orientation (grades 7-8)
½ unit Keyboarding (grade 7-8)
½ unit Computer Technology: Introduction (grades 7-10) or ½ unit Word Processing I (grades 9-12) or 1 unit Computerized Business Applications (grades 9-12)
In addition to the above, completers of a career focus/major in Family and Consumer Sciences are required to complete the foundation course of:
½ unit Family and Work Connections (grades 7-8) or ½ unit Human Relations (grades 9-12) or ½ unit Managing Resources (grades 9-12) or 1 unit Family and Consumer Science (grades 9-12)
To allow students the flexibility to take more advanced level courses (both academic and vocational) at the high school level, the foundation courses may be taken in grades 7-8. However, if taken at the high school level, the foundation courses may apply toward the 3 units required in the workforce education career focus/major.
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ARKANSAS ACADEMIC CHALLENGE (Lottery)SCHOLARSHIP
* Open to high school seniors and non-traditional students * Must be an Arkansas resident * High school seniors who have completed the Smart Core Curriculum must have an over-all GPA of at least 2.5, OR a composite of least 19 on the ACT (or equivalent) * High school seniors who have not completed the Smart Core Curriculum must have an over-all GPA of at least 2.5 AND a composite of at least 19 on the ACT (or equivalent) OR a score of proficient or higher on end-of-course exams. * Non-traditional students who graduated from an Arkansas public high school must have a high school GPA of at least 2.5 OR a composite of at least 19 on the ACT (or equivalent) OR must have completed at least 12 college semester hours with a college GPA of at least 2.5 * High School seniors and non-traditional students who did not graduate from an Arkansas public high school must have a composite of at least 19 on the ACT (or equivalent) * Applicants must submit the FAFSA * Application deadlines are June 1 and November 1.
MORRILTON HIGH SCHOOL HONORS PROGRAM PARTICIPATION South Conway County School Board Policy Manual: Section 5.17
A. Participants must be enrolled at Morrilton High School for the full two semester of their twelfth grade year for Highest Honor status. Transfer students will be allowed to graduate in the Honors Program and receive an Honors Diploma if all program requirements have been met.
B. Students must complete all requirements for graduation of the Arkansas State Department of Education and the South Conway County School District.
C. Participants must earn credit for ten (10) of the twenty-six (26) honors courses. Participants must earn credit for twelve (12) of the twenty-six (26) honors courses (2011 and later graduates)
D. For Highest Honors Graduate status, students must have a cumulative 4.0 GPA or above after eight (8) semesters.
E. For Honors Graduate status, students must have a cumulative 3.50 GPA after eight (8) semesters.
F. For Honors Diploma, a participant must have a cumulative 3.00 GPA after eight (8) semesters.
G. Advanced Placement (AP) and Honors Courses that require pre-requisite requirements must be met.
H. The following twenty-six (26) courses will be Honors Courses. Each will be counted only one (1) time for Honors credit.
Pre-AP English 9 Honors Civics & Government Pre-AP English 10 Pre AP United States History AP English Language 11 AP United States History AP English Literature 12 Pre-AP World History Honors Algebra II AP World History Honors Algebra III EAST (one period, one year) Pre Calculus with Trigonometry Multimedia Applications I and II AP Calculus AB Honors Desktop Publishing I and II AP Biology Honors CADD: Architecture II Pre-AP Chemistry I Honors CADD: Engineering II AP Chemistry Spanish II Physics Spanish III Honors Physical Science Pre-AP Biology I. All Honors Graduates must complete a minimum of two (2) years of Honors English (Pre-AP, AP or Composition I and II). J. The following college-level classes taken for concurrent credit will be honors: Composition I (1/2 credit), Composition II (1/2 credit), Western Civilizations I (1/2 credit), Western Civilization II (1/2 credit), and College Algebra (1/2 credit).
K. The GPA shall be derived from courses taken in public schools in grades nine (9) through twelve (12). Eighth Grade Algebra I grades shall also be included. *************************************************
COURSE OFFERINGS LANGUAGE ARTS (LA) English 9/Survey of World Literature (410000) English 10/Survey of American Literature (411000) English 11/Survey of World Literature (412000) English 12/Survey of English Literature (413000) *Pre-AP English 9/Survey of Composition/Literature (41000P) *Pre-AP English 10/Survey of American Literature (41100P) *Advanced Placement English Language 11 (517030) *Advanced Placement English Literature 12 (517040) English Comp I-UACCM (519902) English Comp II-UACCM (519903) Creative Writing (519060) Oral Communications (414000) (1 semester) Journalism I (415000) Journalism II/Newspaper Production (515030) Prerequisite: Journalism I Journalism III/Newspaper Production (515040) Prerequisite: Offered to students going in their 3rd year of Journalism. Journalism I/Ayer Production (415001 Prerequisite: Recommendation of Ayer sponsor Journalism II/Ayer Production (515031) Prerequisite: Offered to students going in their 2nd year of Ayer Production. Journalism III/Ayer Production (515041) Prerequisite: Offered to students going in their 3rd year of Ayer Production.
FOREIGN LANGUAGE (FL) Spanish I (440000) *Spanish II (440020) *Spanish III (440021) prerequisite: A or B average in Spanish I and II or recommendation of the teacher.
ENRICHMENT PROGRAMS ACT Preparation Class (999881) Testing Strategies (999882) English Enrichment(970134) MATHEMATICS (MA) Algebra I (430000) Algebra Part A (530100 Algebra Part B (530200) Geometry Part A (531100) Geometry Part B (531200) Geometry (431000) Algebraic Connections (439030) Algebra II (432000) Prerequisite: Algebra I Algebra II is NCAA Eligibility Requirement for Division I *Honors Algebra II (432001) Prerequisite: Algebra I Algebra III (439070) *Honors Algebra III (439071) Algebra Seminar: Transition to College Math (439050) Prerequisite: Algebra II & Geometry *Pre Calculus /Trig(433000) Prerequisite: Algebra II & Geometry *Advanced Placement Calculus AB (534040) Prerequisite: Pre-Calculus College Algebra UACCM (539900)
SCIENCE (SC) Physical Science (423000) ( *Honors Physical Science (42300P) Biology (420000) Environmental Life Science (424020) Prerequisite: 11th & 12th grades only. Chemistry I (421000) *Advanced Placement Biology (520030) Prerequisite: Biology & Chemistry I *Pre-AP Biology (42000P) *Pre-AP Chemistry (42100P) Prerequisite: Algebra II
*Advanced Placement Chemistry (521030) Prerequisite: Chemistry I *Physics (422000) Prerequisite: Algebra II
SOCIAL STUDIES (HS) Civics/Government (472000) (1 semester) Economics (474300) (1 semester) *Honors Civic /Government (47210P) U.S. History (470000) *Pre-AP US History (47000P) *Advanced Placement United States History (570020) Geography (474600) Psychology (474400) World History (471000) *Pre-AP World History (47100P) *Advanced Placement World History (571020)
FINE ARTS (FA) Art I – (All year course) (450000) Art II – (All year course) (450030) Art III- (All year course) (450040) Art IV ( All year course) (450050) Art History – (semester course) (450060) Prerequisite Studio Art – (semester course) (450080) Instrumental Music I (451000) Instrumental Music II (451040 Instrumental Music III (451050) Instrumental Music IV (451060) Vocal Music I (452000) Vocal Music II (452040) Vocal Music III (452050) Vocal Music IV (452060) Music Theory (459010)
Drama I (416000) Theatre Production (559101) Acting (559100)
PHYSICAL EDUCATION (PH) Physical Education (485000/Boys) Physical Education (485001/Girls) Health & Safety (480000) Walking & Jogging (485002) Fitness (999820)
DRIVER’S EDUCATION (690040)
Athletics Boys Basketball (999811) Girls Basketball (999812) Cheerleader (999851) Drill Team (999852) Football (999813) Volleyball (999814) Boys Track (999815) (offered 2nd semester only)-after school-No Credit Girls Track (999816) (offered 2nd semester only)- after school – No Credit Baseball (999817) after school – NO CREDIT
WORKFORCE EDUCATION (VE) Child Development (493020) (1 semester) Clothing Management (493030) (1 semester) Personal & Family Finance (Consumer Education) (493190) (1 semester) Family & Consumer Science (493080) (All year course) Foods & Nutrition (493110) (1 semester) Parenting (493210) (1 semester) Marketing (492330) Marketing Management (492350) Computerized Business Applications (492120) Prerequisite: Keyboarding (required for graduation beginning with 2012 graduates). *EAST I (460010) prerequisite: Computer skills. Preference will be given to 9th, 10th, and 11th grade students or seniors previously enrolled in EAST Prerequisite: *EAST I is offered to students who have never taken an EAST class. EAST II (560020) prerequisite: Offered to students going in their 2nd year of EAST EAST III (560030) prerequisite: Offered to students going in their 3rd year of EAST EAST IV (560040) prerequisite: Offered to students going in their 4th year of EAST
*EAST I-Video Production (46001V) Prerequisite: Approval from Mr. Clay EAST II-Video Production (56002V) Prerequisite: Approval from Mr. Clay E.A.S.T III-Video Production (56003V) Prerequisite: Approval from Mr. Clay EAST IV-Video Production (56004V) Prerequisite: Approval from Mr. Clay Agriculture Science & Technology (491150) Anminal Science (491180)/Biological Animal Science (491200) Forestry(491260)/ (Managing Natural Resources (491310) Agriculture Mechanics (491390) Agriculture Metals (491380)
RIVER VALLEY TECHNICAL CENTER Business & Computer Technology * Multimedia ApplicationsI-1st Semester (492360)/ *Multimedia Applications II-2nd Semester (492370) Prerequisite: Desktop Publishing Desktop PublishingI-1st Semester (492150) /Desktop Publishing II-2nd Semester (492160) *Honors Desktop Publishing I-1st Semester (492151)/ *Honors Desktop Publishing II-2nd Semester (492161)
Computer Aided Drafting CADD: Drafting and Design (494700) (1 period) CADD: Architecture I (494710) (1 or 2 periods) CADD: Architecture II (494730) (2 periods) *Honors CADD: Architecture II (494731) (2 periods) CADD: Engineering I (494740) (1 or 2 periods) CADD: Engineering II (494760) (2 periods) *Honors CADD: Engineering II (494761) (2 periods)
Automotive Collision Repair Non- Structural Analysis (494300) Structural Analysis (494320)
Automotive Service Technology Engine Permormance (494200) Brakes (494180)
Cosmetology Cosmetology I (494550) Cosmetology Lab (494560)
Construction Construction Fundamentals ( 494880) Carpentry (494460) Plumbing (494510 Electrical (494500)
Petroleum Technology Soft skills for technicians (495153) Medic First Aid (495152) Intro to Petroleum technology (495150) Drilling Operations (495172) Hydraulics & Pneumonics (495154) (These courses must be taken 1st and 2nd period). Indroduction To Digital & Analog Electronics (495155)
Medical Professions Education Human Anatomy & Physiology (495300) Introduction to Medical Professions (495340)) Medical Procedures (495330) Medical Procedures-Expanded (495390) Medical Terminology (495360) Pathology (495290) Abnormal Psychology (495370)
ADDITIONAL ELECTIVES G.T. Seminar (596100) Academic Seminarl (999000)
RESOURCE CLASSES English, History, Science, and Math for 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th grades. These courses are based on the student’s IEP. ENGLISH 972100 **English Tech 9 972101 **English Tech 10 972102 **English Tech 11 972103 **English Tech 12
HISTORY 972700 **Social Studies 9 972701 **Social Studies 10 972702 **Social Studies 11 972703 **Social Studies 12
SCIENCE 972200 **Science Tech 9 973910 **Science Portfolio 10 972202 **Science Tech 11 972203 **Science Tech 12
MATH 973900 **Math Portfolio 9 972301 **Math Tech 10 972302 **Math Tech 11 972303 **Math Tech 12
LANGUAGE ARTS - LA
ENGLISH 9/SURVEY OF WORLD LITERATURE (410000) – LA This course is for all ninth grade students who do not choose to take the honors level English courses. The course includes punctuation usage, sentence structure, vocabulary, and reference skills. It also includes a review of the parts of speech and capitalization. Literature skills include identifying the elements of short stories, poetry, and drama. The composition section of the course will include paragraph development and journal writing.
ENGLISH 10/SURVEY OF AMERICAN LITERATURE (411000) - LA This course is for all tenth grade students who do not choose to take the honors level English courses. The course will include capitalization, punctuation, usage, elements of sentence structure, semantics, spelling, and reference skills. The literature skills will include deductive reasoning of author’s purpose, identifying the different types of poetry and prose, character sketching, interpretation, and writing critical analysis. The composition section of this course will introduce the student to skills in pre-writing, drafting, revising, editing, publishing, free writing, expository and expressive writing.
ENGLISH 11/SURVEY OF WORLD LITERATURE (412000) - LA Designed similarly to English 10, this course further develops a comprehensive study of World literature and World authors. Composition skills and practical grammatical usage are emphasized.
ENGLISH 12/SURVEY OF BRITISH LITERATURE (413000) - LA This is the senior level course for all seniors not enrolled in the honors level English classes. This is an extension of development skills in proper usage of the English language. Skills in literature and composition will be stressed. Literature will be an in-depth of English literature and British authors.
*PRE-AP ENGLISH COMPOSITION/LITERATURE 9 (41000P) – LA This course is designed for the student who enjoys reading and discussion of literature and is capable and motivated to prepare for a college-level English course in the twelfth grade. Students will expand their knowledge of grammar usage and sentence structure and work to enhance their composition skills.
Required summer reading for the Pre-AP English Composition and Literature 9 class will include the following: Chinese Cinderella by Adeline Yen Mah
The 9th grade student enrolling in this class will be required to write and turn in an essay addressing a prompt from the book. You will also take an Accelerated Reader test on this book upon returning to school in August. Students are required to purchase their own book.
*PRE-AP ENGLISH COMPOSITION/LITERATURE 10 (41100P) - LA This course is designed for the student who enjoys reading and discussion of literature and wishes to prepare for a college-level English course in the eleventh and twelfth grade. A working knowledge of grammar and composition will be refined in this course.
Required summer reading for the Pre-AP English Composition and Literature 10 class will include ALL of the following: All Quiet on the Western Front by Erich Maria Remarque To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee
The 10th grade student enrolling in this class should be prepared to take an objective as well as open-response writing test the second day of school over these novels. Students are required to purchase their own books.
*ADVANCED PLACEMENT ENGLISH LANGUAGE/COMPOSITION 11 (517030) -- LA This course is designed for students who are interested in reading complex texts with understanding and writing prose of sufficient complexity to communicate effectively with mature readers. It concentrates on enabling students to write effectively and confidently in their college course across the curriculum, emphasizing content, purpose, and audience. The course has its culmination in the Advanced Placement Exam in May. The student receives high school credit for this course and may receive 3-6 hours of college credit according to the AP exam score. Required summer reading for the Advance Placement English Language and Composition 11 class will include ALL of the following: Ethan Frome by Edith Wharton The Scarlet Letter by Nathanial Hawthorne Red Badge of Courage by Stephen Crane Heart of Darkness by Joseph Conrad The 11th grade student enrolling in this class should be prepared to take an objective as well as open-response writing test the second day of school over these novels. Students are required to purchase their own books.
*ADVANCED PLACEMENT ENGLISH LITERATURE/COMPOSITION 12 (517040) - LA This course is designed for students who are capable and motivated to prepare for upper level college work. It concentrates on analytical reading of highly regarded literary works, to which students respond in open discussion and in essay writing. The course has its culmination in the Advanced Placement Exam in May. The student receives high school credit for this course and may receive 3-6 hours of college credit according to the AP exam score.
Required summer reading for the Advance Placement English Literature and Composition 12 class will include ALL of the following: 1984 by George Orwell Things Fall Apart by Chinua Achebe The 12th grade student enrolling in this class should be prepared to take an objective as well as open-response writing test during the first week of school over these novels. Students are required to purchase their own books.
CREATIVE WRITING (519060) LA Students enrolled in Creative Writing will learn how to conceive, write and publish creative works that include poetry, short stories and creative non-fiction. Students will also, learn how to write in various types of genres and explore aspects of publication. Students will grow as writers, develop communication skills and expand awareness of what is happening around them. Grades will be turned in to schools as a percentage using a points earned divided by points available system. All work is due when stated. Unexcused late work is not accepted. ENGLISH COMP I-UACCM (519902) – LA ENGLISH COMP II-UACCM (519903) - LA This course is offered at the University of Arkansas Community College at Morrilton. Students who complete this course will fulfill their high school graduation requirement, for English 12, as well as earn three hours of college credit. In order to enroll, students must successfully complete the admission process to UACCM and pay the required tuition and fees. The admission process requires the completion of an application for admission, a permit to register form, a copy of your official transcript and health records, and an ASSET score. Prerequisite: Seniors Only. Students must be in their senior year to take this course.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS (414000) - LA A one semester course designed to educate students in public speaking, oral interpretations, debate, interpersonal communications, listening skills, critical thinking skills, group discussion, and parliamentary procedure. (1 semester) This class is open to grades 10, 11, & 12 only.
JOURNALISM I (415000) - LA Journalism I offers students knowledge and practice in basic journalistic writing and procedures of newspaper production. Skills developed include observation and creativity in writing news, features, editorials, reviews, sports, columns, and interviews in editing; in headline writing; and in design and advertising. Students have the opportunity to learn basics of typesetting and photography. They also are exposed to analysis of local, state, and national news media. They assist in the production of the school newspaper.
JOURNALISM II/NEWSPAPER PRODUCTION (515023) – LA JOURNALISM III/NEWSPAPER PRODUCTION (515024) – LA Journalism II/Newspaper Production is a laboratory class in newspaper production. Its class members provide leadership in production of the school newspaper, The Advocate, which is published monthly. Advanced experience in planning, working with staff members, analysis of news, design and make-up of pages, typesetting, photography, advertisement, and business management give students the opportunity to develop leadership, communication, and writing skills. Prerequisite: Journalism I
JOURNALISM I/AYER PRODUCTION (515020) – LA JOURNALISM II/AYER PRODUCTION (515021) – LA JOURNALISM III/AYER PRODUCTION (515022) -- LA Ayer Production is a “hands-on” class in which class members will learn and use skills such as planning and working together, design and make-up of pages, photography, advertisement and business management in producing the Morrilton High School yearbook.
FOREIGN LANGUAGE - FL SPANISH I (440000) - FL Spanish I is an introductory course in the Spanish language and Hispanic culture. Vocabulary and verb conjugations are stressed. Basic skills in listening, reading, writing, and speaking will be taught. Students will also learn about Spanish speaking people and their countries and customs. This is a one year course.
*SPANISH II (440020) - FL Spanish II is a more comprehensive study of the language. Additional vocabulary and more advanced verb conjugations and sentence structures will be studied. This is a one year course. Prerequisite: Spanish I
*SPANISH III (440021) - FL Spanish III will concentrate on communicative skills by doing oral reports and projects. This will also be accomplished by reading literature, watching videos, learning more verb tenses and specialized vocabulary. This is a one year course. Prerequisite: Spanish I and II and teacher recommendations. May be taken for concurrent credit.
ENRICHMENT CLASSES
ACT PREPARATION CLASS (999881) – EL This will be a one semester class. The first nine weeks will consist of either intensive preparation for the Math and Science portion of the ACT or nine weeks of intensive preparation for the English and Reading portion of the ACT. The Math and Science section will be taught by a certified Math teacher and the English and Reading section will be taught by a certified English teacher. Students will switch
teachers and classes at the end of the first nine weeks. Students may enroll for .5 local elective credits but the grade will NOT become part of the cumulative grade point average. PRIORITY FOR ENROLLMENT WILL BE GIVEN TO JUNIORS AND SENIORS.
TESTING STRATEGIES (999882) – EL A semester class offered in the spring semester that is designed to specifically assist students in the preparation and mastery of EOC exams. This class was developed in response to ADE ACTAAP Rule 7.03.7 which statues that beginning 2009-2010, students will not received credit for a course if they are not proficient. Students will receive .5 local credit for completion for the class. Students will be placed in this class by MHS administration, and if placed, is not optional.
ENGLISH ERICHEMNT (970131) 9th & 10th – EL * Sophomores with 79 or below in Freshman English for Second Semester * Freshmen not proficient on benchmark OR with 79 or below in 8th grade English * One semester class with combined grade levels (9th & 10th) * Class should not include students in resource
ENGLISH ENRICHMENT 11th Grade (97013E) – EL * All 11th grade students except those with a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher * Class should not include students in resource * Year long class * 11th grade students only
ENGLISH ENRICHMENT 12th Grade (970131) – EL * Semester Long Class * For students who were not proficient on 11th grade literacy
MATHEMATICS - MA
ALGEBRA I (430000) – MA This a foundational mathematics course in which students will work with expressions, equations, inequalities and functions. Major topics include: expressions, rational numbers, linear equations and inequalities, proportions, relations and functions, systems of liner equations, polynomials, and factoring.
ALGEBRA PART A (530100) MA ALGEBRA PART B (9530200) MA This class is by teacher recommendation only.
ALGEBRA II (432000) - MA The class is similar in content to the Honors Algebra course but slower paced and less demanding. Prerequisite: Algebra I or Integrated Algebra B.
*HONORS ALGEBRA II (432001) - MA This one year course covers the structure of the real and complex number systems. It organizes content around functions and models real world situations using functions. Matrices, probability and data analysis are included. The course is designed to prepare students for pre-calculus and calculus courses and is recommended for college - bound students. Prerequisite: Algebra I.
GEOMETRY (431000) - MA This is a one year course for students that builds and connects synthetic, coordinate and transformational approaches to plane geometry as well as three dimensional geometry. The course emphasizes reasoning, logic, writing arguments and analyzing arguments. Students learn to write and analyze paragraph proofs, two-column proofs, flow proofs and coordinate proofs. Prerequisite: Algebra I
GEOMETRY PART A (531100) MA GEOMETRY PART B (531200) MA This class is by teacher recommendation only.
ALGEBRAIC CONNECTIONS (439030) – MA Algebraic Connections will build on a foundation of previously taught Algebra and Geometry concepts, enlarge upon the development of each concept, and introduce new concepts. Students will be expected to evaluate data, interpret data, analyze linear functions, write and solve equations and inequalities and their systems, and use algebraic, graphical, and numerical methods for analysis. Algebraic Connections is designed for students who have successfully completed Algebra I and Geometry.
ALGEBRA SEMINAR: TRANSITION TO COLLEGE MATH (439050) - MA This is a class designed to prepare students for College Algebra by building on previous courses in Algebra I, Geometry and Algebra II. Emphasis will be placed on numerical and graphical representations of data, reasoning clearly and communicating concepts. The course will include linear functions, exponential functions, mathematical models, probability and statistics. Prerequisite: Algebra II and Geometry or Geometry Investigation
ALGEBRA III (439070) – MA This course is a study of functions, including linear, quadratic, polynomial, rational, exponential, and logarithmic. The course also involves an introduction to trigonometric functions. This course is recommended for college-bound students.
*ALGEBRA III (439071) – MA This course is a study of functions, including linear, quadratic, polynomial, rational, exponential, and logarithmic. The course also involved an introduction to trigonometric functions. Students are required to complete an independent study each semester. They are required to organize and maintain a portfolio each semester, as well as perform a self-evaluation which includes a self-analysis paper.
*PRE-CALCULUS (433000) - MA This course is an extensive study of functions. Trigonometric functions are introduced using a unit-circle approach which is then related to the right triangle approach. The course also involves a study of polar coordinates, sequences and probability. This course is designed to prepare students for Calculus and is recommended for college-bound students. Prerequisite: Algebra II and Geometry
*ADVANCED PLACEMENT CALCULUS AB (534040) - MA This one year course emphasizes the study of functions and their limits, the elements of differential and integral calculus, analytic geometry, and practical applications of calculus. This program is designed to prepare the student to take the AP exam for college credit. Prerequisite: *Pre-AP Calculus AB. May be taken for concurrent credit.
COLLEGE ALGEBRA DISTANCE LEARNING (439078) College Algebra-DL is a course which provides a solid foundation of algebraic concepts. The course includes the study of functions, relations, graphing, and problem solving, and provides knowledge of how to apply these concepts to real problem situations. This class is offered only in the spring semester and is housed in the distance learning lab. Prerequisite: Math & Reading ACT score of 19. Composite ACT score of 19 or higher and 3.00 GPA or higher.
SCIENCE - SC PHYSICAL SCIENCE (423000) – SC This course is a requirement for graduation for all ninth grade students. It is designed to explore the principles of matter and energy. The focus of this course is to teach students about the science of chemistry and physics. Emphasis will be given to the scientific method, technology, and critical thinking skills.
*Honors Physical Science (42300P) SC It is designed to explore the principles of matter and energy. The focus of this course is to teach students about the science of chemistry and physics. Emphasis will be given to the scientific method, technology, and critical thinking skills. This course is based heavily on the mathematical application of the concepts taught. This course is designed to prepare students for Pre AP Chemistry and Honors Physics.
BIOLOGY (420000) - SC Biology involves discovery processes. This course will be 20% laboratory in nature. The scientific method, chemical functions, cells, genetics, variation and adaptations, classification, viruses, bacteria, protista and fungi will be studied, and mastery skills will be required. Plant and animal taxonomy, vertebrate and non-vertebrate animals, human body studies, and ecology will be surveyed.
ENVIRONMENTAL LIFE SCIENCE (424010) – SC Environmental Life Science is a nontraditional class designed for 11th and 12th grade students. The curriculum is designed for indoor class work and hands on outdoor classroom projects. Offered to 11th & 12th grades only.
CHEMISTRY I (421000) - SC The study of the atomic structure, electron clouds and the periodic table. Chemical formulas and the basics of chemical reaction are introduced. Molecular structure, typical elements, acids, bases and kinetic theory will be studied. Some experiments are conducted by the instructor and some laboratory procedures are performed by the student. Open to juniors and seniors.
*PRE-AP CHEMISTRY I (42100P) - SC The study of the atomic structure, electron clouds and an in-depth study of the periodic table. Emphasis on chemical formulas, reactions and molecular structure, acids, bases and kinetic theory. Honor students go into more of an application approach to laboratory procedures and a variety of experiments during this course. Open to juniors and seniors.
*ADVANCED PLACEMENT CHEMISTRY (521030) - SC A one year course designed to second year chemistry students who have a strong interest in the basic sciences. More time will be spent in lab exercises and the study will go into greater detail than Chemistry I. The AP Chemistry II student should be willing to spend an appreciable amount of time in daily preparation for this class. This class is open to 12th grade students only. Prerequisite: Chemistry I
*PHYSICS (422200) - SC Physics is the branch of knowledge that studies the physical world. The course tries to bridge the gap between the understanding of a concept and the application of that concept to the solution of problems. Students become aware of how physical laws operate in everyday phenomena. Conceptual and mathematical problem-solving skills are developed. The general areas covered in the course are motion, mechanics, sound, light, electricity and magnetism. Prerequisites: Algebra II and Geometry
*PRE-AP BIOLOGY (42000P)—SC This course follows the same curriculum as biology with the addition of extra outside assignments. The chapter tests are modeled after the AP Exam which includes multiple choice and open response questions.
*ADVANCED PLACEMENT BIOLOGY (520030) - SC AP Biology is designed to be the equivalent of an introductory college biology course. The topics and labs will be the equivalent of those performed by college students. AP Biology will provide students with the conceptual framework, factual knowledge, and analytical skills necessary to deal with the rapidly changing science of biology. May be taken for concurrent credit.
SOCIAL STUDIES - HS
CIVICS/GOVERNMENT (472000) – HS This is a ninth grade course that familiarizes students with the activities and functions of the national, state and local governments. Emphasis will be placed on the constitution, Bill of Rights, duties and responsibilities of citizens and civil and criminal law. Civics/Government is a one-semester course.
ECONOMICS (474300) HS Economics is a one-semester course that emphasizes fundamentals, microeconomics, macroeconomics, and personal financial management. Students will explore the interrelationships among the roles played by consumers, producers, capital, land, and labor as well as the interrelationships among economic, political, and social lives. Additionally, students will examine the relationship between individual choices and the direct influence of these choices on occupational goals and future earnings potential. Economics stresses application, problem-solving, higher-order thinking skills, and use of classroom performance-based, open-ended assessments with rubrics. Economics is required by the Standards for Accreditation and does not require Arkansas Department of Education approval.
*HONORS ECONOMICS (47430P) HS
*HONORS CIVICS/GOVERNMENT (47210P) – HS Honors Civics & Government is a ninth grade course that will require more in depth research and writing that will familiarizes students with the activities and functions of the national, state and local governments. Emphasis will be placed on the constitution, Bill of Rights, duties and responsibilities of citizens and civil and criminal law.
GEOGRAPHY (474600)--HS This course studies the main features of the physical environment with emphasis on the Earth-Sun relationship, maps, globes, weather, climate, landform, soils, natural vegetation and their pattern of world distribution. It also studies human geography and the major themes and disciplines. Prerequisite: 10th, 11th & 12th Grades Only
PSYCHOLOGY (474400)--HS Psychology is a study of how the mind and body work together. Students will be introduced to Psychological terms and learn the history of Psychology. Simple experiments and surveys will be conducted along with local field trips to observe human behavior. Students are also required to submit a report over a psychological topic. Grades 11 & 12 only.
WORLD HISTORY (471000) - HS World History is a specific look at our past with critical analysis applied. It details life from the theoretical beginning to the present day. Emphasis is given to the detail of geography facts, people, events, places and dates. Suggested for Senior year.1 *PRE-AP WORLD HISTORY (571010) - HS World History is an honors level course that is taught as college preparatory Western Civilization. It is a specific look at our past with critical analysis applied. It details life from the theoretical beginning to the present day. Emphasis is given to the detail of geography facts, people, events, places and dates. Good reading, writing, listening, research and geography skills are needed.
*Advancement Placement World History ( 571020) - HS A detailed study in the understanding of the evolution of global processes and contacts in different types of human societies. This understanding is advanced through a combination of selective factual knowledge and appropriate analytical skills. The course highlights the nature of changes in global frameworks and their causes and consequences, as well as comparisons among major societies. It emphasizes relevant factual knowledge, leading interpretive issues, and skills in analyzing types of historical evidence. Periodization, explicitly discussed, form organizing principal to address change and continuity throughout the course. As a college level course, detailed reading and writing will be required through document based questions and open-ended essays.
UNITED STATES HISTORY (470000) - HS This class is designed to help students become better informed and more appreciative of their rich American heritage. Considerable emphasis is placed on those principles of liberty and equality as set forth in our founding documents, the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution. Students are expected to be familiar with the geography of their country and they also are expected to follow current events through the use of the newspaper, radio, and television. This course is a required one year course, suggested for Junior year.
*Pre-AP United States History (47000P) HS The Pre AP United States History course teaches students factual knowledge concerning the history of the United States and provides them with the analytical skills needed to critically study the material presented. Students will learn to analyze historical documents and in doing so assess their reliability and relevance. The students will also develop the skills to draw conclusions based on facts and to write clear and persuasive essays. A high school level text will be used for this course, therefore distinguishing this Pre Advanced Placement United States History course from the Advanced Placement United States History course.
*ADVANCED PLACEMENT UNITED STATES HISTORY (570020) - HS This is an in-depth study of several themes of U.S. History. Advanced reading, writing, comprehension and critical thinking skills as well as prior knowledge of U.S. History and geography are necessary. Application, evaluation, and analysis skills will assist the student in answering document - based questions and free - response questions. FINE ARTS - FA ART I (450000) FA This year long two semester course offers beginning art students a foundation in basic drawing skills , design elements and principles, and color theory as they create original art works in a variety of media. Students will also be involved in examining important works of art from a variety of cultures and time periods, and participating in discussion and critiques of art works. This course fulfills the ½ requirement for fine arts and also ½ elective credit for graduation. Grades 9,10,11,& 12 No Prerequisite ART II (450030) – FA This year long two semester course offers an expansion of skills and knowledge of drawing and design concepts, and further exploration of techniques and media, including watercolor, and/or acrylic painting. Students will use a sketchbook and study important art works from a variety of cultures. This course fulfills the ½ requirement for fine arts and also ½ elective credit for graduation. Grades 10,11,12 Prerequisite: Successful completion of Art 1
ART III (450040) FA This year long two semester course offers serious art students the opportunity to apply the elements and principles of design to advanced projects in a variety of media ( i.e.: various techniques of printmaking, drawing, painting, and/or sculpture. Students will use a sketchbook; study important art works from a variety of cultures; engage in art criticism and aesthetic discussion regarding form an historical perspective. This course fulfills the ½ requirement for fine arts and also ½ elective credit for graduation. Grades 11,12 Prerequisite: Successful completion of Art 1I
ART IV (450050) FA This year long two semester course is a culmination of a sequential art experience for twelfth grade students. It provides selected students the opportunity to individualize projects to enhance their own styles in one or more media, while further exploring the philosophical and historical aspects of art. This course focuses on exhibitions, scholarship preparation, and career planning. Students are encouraged to enroll concurrently in another art class. Students will utilize a sketchbook and build a portfolio of work exhibited during the Senior Art Show before graduation. Grade 12 Prerequisite: Successful completion on Art III, instructor permission
ART HISTORY (450060) –FA This one semester course focuses on the study of art history. Students will examine and study the historical relation from Cave Art through the Romans 1st semester and 2nd semester the Romans through Pop Art; also examining important works of art from a variety of cultures and time periods, participating in discussion and critiques of art works. This course fulfills the ½ requirement for fine arts and also ½ elective credit for graduation. No Prerequisite
STUDIO ART (450080) –FA This one semester course focuses on advanced drawing. Students should have completed Art I or taking another concurrent art class. Students will work to develop a technique and personal style in a chosen medium plus seniors will develop a personal portfolio of work for senior art show. This course fulfills the ½ requirement for fine arts and also ½ elective credit for graduation. Prerequisite: Art I
INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC I (451000) - FA A performing organization which emphasizes the perfecting of playing techniques. These techniques are demonstrated by way of concerts, half-time performances at football games, and parades. Opportunities are also provided for solo and ensemble experiences. Band members are expected to practice outside class time and are encouraged to participate in summer band activities. Band is open to grades 9-12. Prerequisite: 2 years training
INTRUMENTAL MUSIC II (450140) FA Instrumental Music II is a two-semester course designed for students who have successfully completed Instrumental Music I. Instrumental Music II students shall further expand their knowledge of music fundamentals and instrumental techniques pertaining to brass, woodwind, percussion, and/or string instruments. Students are expected to develop advanced performance techniques in solo, small group, and large group settings, with greater emphasis on reading and performing using appropriate articulation, dynamics, and interpretative skills. Instrumental Music II students will critique instrumental music performances and reflect upon the impact of instrumental music upon society as well as societal influences on instrumental music. Students will regularly perform instrumental music in a variety of settings including, but not limited to, concerts, solo and ensemble performances, and festivals and will demonstrate successful completion of Instrumental Music II student learning expectations. Instrumental Music I is a prerequisite for this course. The Standards for Accreditation requires a one-half unit course of “Survey of Fine Arts” or one-half unit of an advanced art or advanced music course. Instrumental Music II may be used to fulfill this requirement and does not require Arkansas Department of Education approval.
INTRUMENTAL MUSIC III (450150) FA Instrumental Music III is a two-semester course designed for students who have successfully completed Instrumental Music II. Instrumental Music III students will demonstrate an ability to apply music fundamentals and instrumental techniques pertaining to brass, woodwind, percussion, and/or string instruments in the research, production, performance, and criticism of instrumental music. Students are expected to apply sight-reading skills, improvisational skills, and advanced performance techniques in solo, small group, and large group settings. Instrumental Music III students will critique instrumental music performances and deeply reflect upon the impact of instrumental music upon society as well as societal influences on instrumental music. Students will regularly perform instrumental music in a variety of settings including, but not limited to, concerts, solo and ensemble performances, and festivals and will demonstrate successful completion of Instrumental Music III student learning expectations. Instrumental Music II is a prerequisite for this course. Instrumental Music III does not require Arkansas Department of Education approval.
INTRUMENTAL MUSIC IV (450160) FA Instrumental Music IV is a two-semester course designed for students who have successfully completed Instrumental Music III. Instrumental Music IV students will internalize music fundamentals and instrumental techniques pertaining to brass, woodwind, percussion, and/or string instruments in the research, production, performance, and criticism of instrumental music. Students are expected to further develop sight-reading and improvisational skills and to apply advanced performance techniques in solo, small group, and large group settings. Instrumental Music IV students will critique instrumental music performances to a degree that an understanding of the interdependence between instrumental music and society is demonstrated. Instrumental Music IV students will regularly perform instrumental music in a variety of settings including, but not limited to, concerts, solo and ensemble performances, and festivals and will demonstrate successful completion of Instrumental Music IV student learning expectations.
Instrumental Music III is a prerequisite for this course. Instrumental Music IV does not require Arkansas Department of Education approval.
MUSIC THEORY (459010) – FA This is a one year course designed to develop a music student's ability to recognize, understand, and describe the basic materials and processes of music that are heard or presented in a musical score. Students will learn the basics of the music language and understand the components that that go into composition and performance. This class is open to grades 9-12 for any student that has completed at least one year in band or choir.
VOCAL MUSIC I (452000) - FA A one year class designed to allow students who enjoy singing the opportunity to express their talent in a wide variety of vocal music. The class will perform at different functions throughout the school term, and it is open to grades 9-12.
VOCAL MUSIC II (452040) FA VOCAL MUSIC III (452050) FA VOCAL MUSIC IV (452060) FA
DRAMA I (416000) – FA This course designed to teach students an understanding and appreciation of theater. Included in this course are: basic structure of plays, types of styles of theater, and history of the theater. The classes will sponsor one production each semester. This class is open to grades 9-12.
THEATRE PRODUCTION (559101) - FA This course will be offered to students who desire training in the areas of play production, technical theater, and stage management. The curriculum will include the following areas of study: set designs, stage designs, properties, stage lighting, and sound equipment and its use. Prerequisite: Drama I and teacher recommendation.
ACTING (559100)-FA This course will be offered to students who desire training in the areas of play production, technical theater, and state management. The curriculum will included the following areas of study: set designs, state designs, properties, stage lighting, and sound equipment and its use. Prerequisite: Drama II and teacher recommendation.
PHYSICAL EDUCATION - PH
TEAM SPORTS - ATHLETICS Boys Basketball (999811) Girls Basketball (999812) Cheerleader (999851) Drill Team (999852) Football (999813) Volleyball (999814) Boys Track (999815) (offered 2nd semester only) after school NO CREDIT Girls Track (999816) (offered 2nd semester only) after school NO CREDIT Baseball (999817)after school NO CREDIT Fitness (999820)
HEALTH & SAFETY (480000) - PH A one semester course designed to provide a foundation for the development of knowledge, attitudes, and practices of healthful living. Topics of discussion include: alcohol, tobacco, drug abuse, mental health, nutrition and health careers, and health services. This class is open to grades 9-12. (1 semester)
PHYSICAL EDUCATION (485000/Boys) – PH PHYSICAL EDUCATION (485001/Girls) - PH Physical education in team sports will be designed to teach the students a life-time proficiency in the different team sports. Baseball, football, basketball, softball, golf, track, tennis, volleyball, and soccer will be taught. The phase of education concerned with the teaching of skills, knowledge, and attitudes concerned primarily with body movement. Students will learn proficiencies in individual and team life-time sports and the importance of exercise and good health habits. Students must pass written tests as well as proficiency tests.
WALKING & JOGGING(485002) PH The fitness class is designed to introduce and expose students to a fitness plan designed to improve the learner’s level of fitness. Students will be expected to participate in the fitness plan to an extent where his/her level of fitness has some improvement. This class will count for a P.E. credit.
DRIVER’S EDUCATION (690040)
ADDITIONAL ELECTIVES
GIFTED & TALENTED SEMINAR (596100) G.T. Seminar class is designed to meet the needs of the identified gifted student at the high school level. The class will emphasize the development of higher level thinking skills (critical and analytical) and will focus on leadership training, development of creativity, and self-awareness. Students will also participate in self-directed learning through an independent study. This class also includes the opportunity for participation in individual academic/creative competitions (poetry, art, photography, etc.) and in team competitions (Quiz Bowl, Knowledge Master Open, Mock Trial, Future Problem Solving, etc.).
*EAST I (460010)-VE · Course length: 1 year · Grade: 9, 10, 11 · Credit: 1 · Prerequisite: none Environmental and Spatial Technology or EAST I is a one-year course designed to enhance the students experience in preparing for a “work-like” environment. This is a hands-on, student-managed class and provides opportunities for students to become engaged in a project-based approach to problem solving. EAST is designed around the basic workplace skills of Community Involvement, Collaboration, Teamwork, Self-Direction, Critical Thinking, and Problem Solving. Students will work independently and in groups to solve “real world” problems using state of the art technology. Expectations for this class are high; students will be expected to construct their own projects that will be beneficial to their school, community and beyond as they gain a better understanding of what will be expected of them in the business world. Students will also have the opportunity to become familiar with high-tech software such as SketchUp, Macromedia Flash, 3-D Modeling with Softimage, GPS/GIS, Digital Photography, Video Production, and ArchiCad, just to name a few.
EAST II (560020)-VE · Course length: 1 year · Grade: 10, 11, 12 · Credit: 1 · Prerequisite: EAST I with a B or instructors permission Environmental and Spatial Technology or EAST II is a one-year course designed to build on the students experiences in EAST I by providing opportunities for students to be engaged in a project-based approach to problem solving. The class is designed around the basic workplace skills of Community Involvement, Collaboration, Teamwork, Self-direction, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving. Students work independently and in teams to solve community problems in areas of their own interest using state of the art technology. The application of basic skills in conjunction with the ability to learn new technology needed to be successful in today’s informational era society is stressed. A “work like” environment is created with high expectations in the classroom in order that students will gain a better understanding of what will be expected of them in the business world. Students will work in a variety of areas including Microsoft Office, Programming, Data Base, Computer Aided Design…SketchUp, 3-D Modeling…Softimage, Architectural Design…ArchiCAD, Global Positioning Systems…GPS, Geographic Information Systems…GIS, Digital Photography, and Video Production to name a few.
EAST III (560030)-VE · Course length: 1 year · Grade: 11, 12 · Credit: 1 · Prerequisite: EAST I and II with B average (preferred A average) Environmental and Spatial Technology or EAST III is a one-year course designed to build on the students experiences in previous EAST classes by providing opportunities for students to continue to be engaged in a project-based approach to problem solving. The class is designed around the basic workplace skills of Community Involvement, Collaboration, Teamwork, Self-direction, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving. A “work like” environment is maintained with high expectations in the classroom in order that students will gain a better understanding of what will be expected of them in the business world. Students will work in a variety of areas including Microsoft Office, Programming, Data Base, Computer Aided Design…SketchUp, 3-D Modeling…Softimage, Architectural Design…ArchiCAD, Global Positioning Systems…GPS, Geographic Information Systems…GIS, Digital Photography, and Video Production to name a few. Students may also use additional applications when the need arises as they seek solutions to community problems in their area of interest.
EAST IV (560040)-VE · Course length: 1 year · Grade: 12 · Credit: 1 · Prerequisite: EAST I, II and III with B average (preferred A average) Environmental and Spatial Technology or EAST IV is an intensive immersion into the EAST program that is designed to allow seniors to focus on their future educational and career goals in the areas of high-end technology. Students in this class will be expected to be strong leaders inside the EAST Lab. The class is designed around the basic workplace skills of Community Involvement, Collaboration, Teamwork, Self-direction, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving.
*EAST I-VIDEO PRODUCTION (46001V)-VE *EAST I-Video Production is an honors class. The object of this course is to learn what it takes to produce an evening news style TV production program. Students will learn the use of video production equipment including, field cameras, sound, live event video mixing, teleprompter, non-linear editing and postproduction equipment. Students will be required to write news articles and arrange for interviews with supporting footage. The class will also produce live events including school plays, talent shows, and pageants using a three camera mix. Prerequisite: Must be approved by Jim Clay.
EAST II-VIDEO PRODUCTION (56002V)-VE Prerequisite: Offered to students going in their 2nd year of EAST Video Production. Must be approved by Mr. Clay.
EAST III-VIDEO PRODUCTION (56003V)-VE Prerequisite: Offered to students going in their 3rd year of EAST Video Production. Must be approved by Mr. Clay.
EAST IV-VIDEO PRODUCTION (56004V)-VE Prerequisite: Offered to students going in their 4th year of EAST Video Production. Must be approved by Mr. Clay.
WORKFORCE EDUCATION CLASSES
CHILD DEVELOPMENT (493020) - VE Child Development is a semester course that focuses on skills needed to guide the physical, intellectual, emotional, and social development of children. The following areas are studied with great emphasis: the study of children, pregnancy and prenatal development, clothing care, characteristics of natural and synthetic fibers, stages of development, rights and responsibilities of parents and children, needs of children, factors influencing the behavior of children, selection of child care services, health and safety of children, and children with special needs.
CLOTHING MANAGEMENT (493030) - VE Experiences in the Clothing and Textiles is a semester course that is designed to assist students in: developing skills necessary for management of individual and family wardrobes, decision making as a clothing consumer, clothing care, characteristics of natural and synthetic fibers, types of fabrics and finishes, use and care of basic sewing supplies and equipment, fabric selection, and clothing construction.
PERSONAL & FAMILY FINANCES (493190) - VE Managing Resources is a semester course that is designed to provide experiences which enable students to develop the broad knowledge base necessary to understand the role of the consumer in today’s economy and to develop the skills needed to make wise decisions as a consumer. Emphasis is given to the following areas: the economy, consumer decision making, consumer spending, financial planning, banking and investing, credit, buying food, clothing, housing and transportation, and taxes and social security.
FAMILY & CONSUMER SCIENCES (493080)-VE Family and Consumer Science is designed to provide students with basic information and skills needed to function effectively within the family and society. Topics include, individual and family relationships, arrangement of personal living space, wardrobe planning and selection, nutrition and food selection, meal planning, preparation and service, home management, money management and career skills.
FOODS & NUTRITION (493110) - VE Food and Nutrition is a semester course that focuses on the development of skills needed to select, prepare, and serve foods which meet nutritional needs of individuals and families. Emphasis in this course is given to: nutrition, weight control, selecting and purchasing food, microwave cookery, kitchen organization and equipment, safety and sanitation, menu planning, serving and eating food, and food preparation.
PARENTING (493210) - VE Parenting is a semester course that is designed to assist students in developing an understanding of the parenting process and of parenting techniques. Skills developed in this course will be useful to anyone who lives with, associates with, or works with children.
MARKETING (492330) – VE Marketing is a year course and will focus on market types, market analysis, consumer types, planning, promotion, buying, pricing, distribution, finance, trends, and careers. Although it is not mandatory, many students can benefit from the on-the-job training component (cooperative education) of this course. The student’s job must relate to his/her career objective. For juniors who plan to have on the job training as seniors. Prerequisite: Juniors and seniors grades only.
MARKETING MANAGEMENT (492350) – VE Marketing Management is a year course, for seniors only, that is designed to develop decision making skill through the application of marketing and management principles. The course will focus on organization, finance, risks, credit, technology, and social aspects. Although it is not mandatory, many students can benefit from the on-the-job training component (cooperative education) of this course. The student’s job must relate to his/her career objective. Prerequisite: Seniors only. Students taking Marketing Management will earn one credit for taking the class. Students can earn 1 or 2 additional credits for having a job based on hours worked.(Possible total credits for Marketing Management class are 3). The class can be taken without having a job; only one credit will be earned. See Mr. Chism for details.
COMPUTERIZED BUSINESS APPLICATIONS (492120) – VE Computerized Business Applications is a two-semester course designed to prepare students with an induction to business applications, which are necessary to live and work in a technological society. Emphasis is given to hardware or software, concepts, and business uses of applications. The business applications covered are word processing, database, spreadsheet, graphics, integrated software, electronic mail, web page design, and image processing. May be taken for concurrent credit.
AGRICULTURE SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY (INTRODUCTORY COURSE) (491150) - VE Agriculture Science and Technology is the foundation course for all other agricultural education courses: basic plant and animal science, an introduction to agriculture mechanics, FFA, and leadership are covered. (1 year course) This course provides students with an overview of the Agricultural Science and Technology program of study. A brief introduction is given to each area included in the total Agricultural Education Program, so that students can then decide in which area they are most interested. A significant portion of the course is devoted to the National FFA Organization and Supervised Agricultural Experiences programs.
Forestry (4941260) --VE This course provides an overview of the forest industry and its importance to the national economy. Tree identification, management practices, business applications, and harvesting and marketing processes are major topics. GPS and GIS are included. Offered to 10th thru 12th grades only. (2nd Semester, conjoined with LEADERSHIP & COMMUNICATIONS – 1st semester.)
MANAGING NATURAL RESOURCES (491310)-VE Students will explore natural resources (soil, water, air, forest, energy, minerals and metal, and wildlife) and develop the knowledge and skills to use then wisely. Other issues include outdoor recreation, careers, and environmental issues. Offered to 10th thru 12th grades only. (2nd Semester, conjoined with ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES-1st semester.)
AGRICULTURAL MECHANICS (491390)-VE This course is designed as a year-long course to provide the students with laboratory experience beyond the exploratory level in the 14 major areas of Agricultural Mechanics. The course is designed for students with a serious interest in this area of agriculture. Offered to 10th thru 12th grades only.
AGRICULTURAL METALS (491380) - VE This course covers safety and technical information in agricultural metals fabrication, with ample opportunity for students to gain hands-on skills in the laboratory. Both cold metal work and cutting and welding will be covered, with safety practices and performance skills being emphasized in every area covered. (1 year course) Offered to 10th thru 12th grades only.
BUSINESS AND COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY
DESKTOP PUBLISHING I-1ST SEMESTER (492150) – VE DESKTOP PUBLISHING II-2ND SEMESTER (492160) - VE Desktop Publishing I is a one-semester course that combines the versatility of the microcomputer with page design software enabling students to produce materials of near photo-typed quality. The course includes page composition, layout, design, editing functions, and a variety of printing options. Students will use a wide-range of computer knowledge and apply it to create various projects. Projects allow students to use their own ideas and creativity to produce personal notepads, collages, flyers, programs, and many other items. Prerequisite: Offered to 10th, 11th, and 12th grades.
Desktop Publishing II is a continuation of Desktop Publishing I and is designed to study the process of analyzing information and audience and choosing the appropriate visual signals to communicate the desired message effectively. Applied principles are used to analyze and organize information, set up a design structure, and produce special visual expressions. Page layout, photo-editing with state of the are software, presentations, and web design are covered. Students will use a wide-range of computer knowledge and apply it to create various projects. Projects include collages, personal calendars, t-shirts, programs, trading cards, and many others. Offered to 10th, 11th, and 12th grades.
*HONORS DESKTOP PUBLISHING I-1ST SEMESTER (492151) – VE *HONORS DESKTOP PUBLISHING II-2ND SEMESTER (492161) - VE Honor Desktop Publishing I is a one-semester course that combines the versatility of the microcomputer with page design software, enabling students to produce materials of near photo quality. The course includes page composition, layout design, editing functions, and a variety of printing options. Students will use a wide-range of computer knowledge and apply it to create various projects. Projects allow students to use their own ideas and creativity to produce personal notepads, collage, flyers, programs, and many other items. More projects are required to be completed in the honors course that will utilize higher order thinking skills. Prerequisite: Offered to 10th, 11th, and 12th grades.
Honors Desktop Publishing II is a continuation of Honors Desktop Publishing I and is designed to study the process of analyzing information and audience and choosing the appropriate visual signals to communicate the desired message effectively. Applied principles are used to analyze and organize information, set up a design structure, and produce special visual expressions. Page layout, photo-editing with state of the art software, presentations, and web design are covered. Students will use a wide-range of computer knowledge and apply it to create various projects. Projects include collages, personal calendars, t-shirts, programs, trading cards, and many others. Additional projects will be required in the honors class and will require the use of higher order thinking skills. Offered to 10th, 11th, and 12th grades.
*MULTIMEDIA APPLICATIONS I-1ST SEMESTER (492360) – VE *MULTIMEDIA APPLICATIONS II-2ND SEMESTER (492370) - VE Multimedia Applications I is a one-semester course giving students experience in using multimedia to merge text, graphics, video, and sound. Applied principles are used to analyze and organize information, set up a design structure, and produce special visual expressions. Students will be engaged in learning presentation software, as well as, music/sound editing, photo-editing, and an introduction to video editing. Various projects will be created during the semester using a variety of software. Multimedia Applications II is a continuation of Multimedia Applications I. This course focuses on giving students advanced experience in using multimedia to merge text, graphics, video, and sound. Applied principles are used to analyze and organize information, set up a design structure, and produce
special visual expressions. Students will learn animation and morphing while creating commercials and a final personal video showcasing their work and memories. Offered to 10th, 11th, and 12th grades.
COMPUTER AIDED DRAFTING AND DESIGN
Earn up to 8 semesters of college credit free of charge if you take Computer Aided Drafting and Design. This credit is given through Arkansas State University in Jonesboro and Arkansas State Technical Institute in Beebe. Ask you counselor or teacher for details. This program consists of the following courses.
CADD: DRAFTING AND DESIGN (494700) – VE Drafting and design is a year long course that focuses on the basic knowledge and skills required to produce engineering and architectural drawings. Emphasis is given to the development of competencies related to the use of drafting equipment, the production of beginning level engineering drawings and the production of beginning level architectural drawings. This course is the prerequisite for all other CADD courses. Offered to 10th, 11th, and 12th grades.
CADD: ARCHITECTURE I (494710) – VE Architecture/CADD I focuses on the knowledge and skills required to prepare scale architectural plans and to study design concepts for residential buildings. Emphasis is given to the development of competencies related to solving drafting and design problems that require the individual to understand and apply a wide range of technical knowledge and critical thinking skills. The course is designed to allow the student to produce 2-D and 3-D drawings with CADD applications. This course is all year. Prerequisite: Drafting and Design. Offered to 10th, 11th, and 12th grades.
CADD: ARCHITECURE II (494730) – VE Architecture/CADD II continues the emphasis on the knowledge and skills required to prepare scale architectural plans and to study design concepts for residential buildings. Emphasis is given to the development of competencies related to solving drafting and design problems that require the individual
to understand and apply a wide range of technical knowledge and critical thinking skills. The course is designed to allow the student to produce 2-D and 3-D drawings with CADD applications. Prerequisite: Juniors and seniors only. This is a one year course that is taken in 2 class periods.
*CADD: ARCHITECURE II (494731) – VE Students enrolled will complete all the requirements for Architecture II plus extra projects that will be assigned by the instructor. Prerequisite: Juniors and seniors only. This is a one year course that is taken in 2 class periods.
CADD: ENGINEERING I (494740) – VE Engineering/CADD I focuses on the knowledge and skills required to produce advance level engineering drawings. Emphasis is given to the development of competencies related to solving drafting and design problems that require the individual to understand and apply a wide range of technical knowledge and critical-thinking skills. The course is designed to allow the student to produce 2-D and 3-D drawings with CADD applications. Prerequisite: Drafting and Design. Offered to 10th, 11th, and 12th grades.
CADD: ENGINEERING II (494760) – VE Engineering/CADD II continues with an emphasis on the knowledge and skills required to produce advance level engineering drawings. Emphasis is given to the development of competencies related to solving drafting and design problems that require the individual to understand and apply a wide range of technical knowledge and critical-thinking skills. The course is designed to allow the student to produce 2-D and 3-D drawings with CADD applications. Prerequisite: Juniors and seniors only. This is a one year course that is taken in 2 class periods.
*CADD: ENGINEERING II (494761) – VE Students enrolled will complete all the requirements for this course plus extra projects that will be assigned by the instructor. Prerequisite: Juniors and seniors only. This is a one year course that is taken in 2 class periods. AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE TECHNOLOGY
ENGINE PERFORMANCE (494200) – VE This course prepares individuals to engage in the diagnosis and repair of engine performance. Instruction will include units on general engine diagnosis and computerized engine controls diagnosis and repair. Offered to 10th, 11th, and 12th grades.
BRAKES (494180) – VE This course prepares individuals to engage in the diagnosis and repair of brakes. Instruction will include units on hydraulic system diagnosis and repair, drum brake diagnosis and repair, and disc brake diagnosis and repair. Offered to 10th, 11th, and 12th grades.
Technical Sciences Lab (590100)
AUTOMOTIVE COLLISION REPAIR
NON STRUCTIONAL ANALYSIS (494300) - VE This course concentrates on analysis and repair of the nonstructural components as they pertain to collision repair. Offered to 10th, 11th, and 12th grades.
STRUCTURAL SNAYLSIS (494320) – VE This course concentrates on analysis and repair of the structural components as they pertain to collision repair. Offered to 10th, 11th, and 12th grades.
PETROLEUM TECHNOLOGY
Soft skills for technicians (495153) Medic First Aid (495152) Intro to Petroleum technology (495150) Drilling Operations (495172) (Instruction provided at UACCM for RVTC) The above listed courses are offered to the 1st Year Petroleum Technology student for the 1st semester of the school year of 2008-2009. These courses are part of this instructional program that prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills in using Petroleum Technology. Offered to 10th, 11th, and 12th grades.
HYDRAULICS & PNEUMONICS (495154) INTRODUCTION TO DIGITAL & ANALOG ELECTRONICS (495155) (Instruction provided at UACCM for RVTC) The above named courses are offered to the 2nd Year Petroleum Technology student for the 1st semester of the school year of 2008-2009. These courses are part of this instructional program that prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills in Petroleum Technology. Offered to 11th, and 12th grades.
MEDICAL PROFESSION EDUCATION
HUMAN ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY (495300)-VE Human Anatomy & Physiology is a one year course that focuses on anatomical and physiology systems of the body as well as the diseases of those systems. Offered to 10th, 11th, and 12th grades.
INTRODUCTION TO MEDICAL PROFESSIONS (495340) – VE Introduction to Medical Professions is a Fall Semester course that provides a general overview of the may health-related occupation and the special concerns of the health care worker. This course is conjoined wit the Spring semester of Introduction to the Medical Professions Extended. Offered to 10th, 11th, and 12th grades.
MEDICAL CLINICAL INTERNSHIP/SPECIALIZATION (495310) – VE This is an educational program that alternates in-school instruction and supervised on-the-job taining activities in health science technology occupations. Offered to 11th and 12th grades. MEDICAL PROCEDURES (495330) – VE Medical Procedures is a Fall semester course that helps students develop specific and general skills needed by the health care professional. This course is conjoined with the Spring semester of Medical Procedures Expanded. Offered to 10th, 11th, and 12th grades.
PATHOLOGY (495290) – VE Pathology is a semester course that is offered in both the Fall and Spring semesters. Pathology is devoted to the exploration of human pathology. Pathology is the branch of medical science that studies the causes, nature, and effects of diseases. This course of study begins with an introduction to pathology-related terms, predisposing factors of diseases, the relationship between diagnosis and prognosis, and disease treatments. Following the introduction, the course delves into a range of pathology-related topics and their relationships to specific systems of the human body. The topics include signs and symptoms of pathology, the effects of trauma, the effects of age, and characteristics of common diseases. Offered to 10th, 11th, and 12th grades. MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY (495360)-VE Medical Terminology is a semester course that assists students in developing the language used for communication in the health care profession. Offered to 10th, 11th, and 12th grades.
ELECTIVE COURSES THAT HAVE TO BE APPROVED BY A TEACHER
Service Learning (999120) Service learning (Devil Dog Helping Hands) is a one credit class offered to seniors only. Participants are assigned to positions of service within the school community for one period each day. A minimum of seventy-five hours of service is required to earn the credit. If assigned to positions off campus, students must provide their own transportation and obtain written permission from parents to participate in the program. Applicants are pre-screened with final approval given by the Morrilton High School administration. SENIORS ONLY!
Library Worker (999121) You will earn a credit being a library worker. To be in this class you have to be approved by Mrs. Stover.
NO CREDIT COURSES Academic Seminar l (999000) 9th grade students only Office Worker (999830) Must be approved by Mrs. Sponer or Mrs. Jackson. Counselor Worker (999831) Must be approved by Mrs. Gunderman.
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