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2007-2008 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/Government) ½ unit of Physical Education ½ unit of Health and Safety ½ unit of Fine Arts ½ unit of Oral Communication 8 Electives
24 Total Credits
*Due to a change in state graduation requirements, only 3 physical activity credits can be counted toward the 24 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.
***************************** Students must earn the amount of credits listed below for classification in the classes indicated: To be classified as a sophomore: 5 total credits. To be classified as a junior: 12 total credits, 2 or which must be English. To be classified as a senior: 17 total credits, 3 of which must be English. Total credits to graduate: 24 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).
REQUIREMENTS FOR A COMPLETER OF A WORKFORCE EDUCATION CAREER FOCUS/MAJOR 16 units core academics 3 units minimum in workforce education career focus/major 5 units other 24 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 7-12)
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.
***************************** ARKANSAS ACADEMIC CHALLENGE SCHOLARSHIP Recipients of the Arkansas Academic Challenge Scholarship will be expected to complete the following: 4 units of English 4 units of Mathematics (Must include 1 unit of Algebra, 1 unit of Geometry and 1 unit of Algebra II) 3 units of Science (Two units of natural sciences (Biology and either Chemistry or Physics) with laboratories) 3 units of Social Studies (Must include U.S. History, World History, at least one half unit of U.S. Government) 2 units of a single foreign language
*Out-of-state transferring seniors that move in after June are not eligible for the Arkansas Academic Challenge Scholarship. These students must be an Arkansas residence for one year before graduation to be eligible for this scholarship. Morrilton High School Concurrent Credit Partnership with the University of Central Arkansas
Morrilton High School partners with the University of Central Arkansas to offer a concurrent credit program that is designed to provide a challenging college-level experience for high school students who have demonstrated their readiness for post-secondary academic work. In order to enroll in the concurrent credit program, students must meet or exceed the requirements of a 3.00 cumulative grade point average and have an ACT composite score of 19. If the students are taking an English class or a math class, they must also have ACT scores of 19 in those areas. Concurrent credit students will receive college credit for approved courses without paying any tuition fees. They are also eligible to take summer or night courses at UCA at no cost while enrolled in high school, resulting in a substantial financial savings. Taking the initiative to enroll in challenging, rigorous academic study is also a benefit for future college admissions and scholarships. Students also prove their ability to succeed on the college level by experiencing stringent college grading standards.
High school instructors and their courses must also meet stringent guidelines for approval from the university. Instructors must have a master’s degree in the subject area they are currently teaching and must submit their course syllabus for approval. Course offerings must meet the rigorous standards of freshmen level courses at the University of Central Arkansas. Four courses at Morrilton High School have been approved as concurrent credit courses for the 2008-2009 school year. Instructors are Mrs. Gail Betts (Computer Based Applications), Mrs. Candice Henderson (AP Calculus), Mr. Scott Hicks (AP Biology), and Mrs. Leeann Mobley (Spanish III).
Students enrolled in this program also receive complimentary t-shirts and official UCA identification cards which they can use for admission to UCA sporting events, cultural activities on campus, etc.
MORRILTON HIGH SCHOOL HONORS PROGRAM PARTICIPATION South Conway County School Board Policy Manual: Section 5.17 Revised on July 12, 2004
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-four (24) honors courses.
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-four (24) 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 AP United States History AP English Language 11 Pre-AP World History AP English Literature 12 AP European History Honors Algebra II EAST (one period, one year) Honors Algebra III Multimedia Applications I and II Pre Calculus with Trigonometry Honors Desktop Publishing I and II AP Calculus AB Honors CADD: Architecture II AP Biology Honors CADD: Engineering II Pre-AP Chemistry I French II AP Chemistry Spanish II Physics Spanish III Honors Physical Science
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) Oral Communications (414000) (1 semester) Journalism I (415000) Journalism II/Newspaper Production (515023) Prerequisite: Journalism I
Journalism III/Newspaper Production (515024) Prerequisite: Offered to students going in their 3rd year of Journalism. Journalism I/Ayer Production (515020) Prerequisite: Recommendation of Ayer sponsor Journalism II/Ayer Production (515021) Prerequisite: Offered to students going in their 2nd year of Ayer Production. Journalism III/Ayer Production (515022) 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 Lab (970131) Math Lab (970130)
MATHEMATICS (MA) Algebra I (430000) Geometry (431000) Algebraic Connections (439030) Algebra II (432000) Prerequisite: Algebra 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 Distance Learning (439078)
SCIENCE (SC) Physical Science (423000) *Honors Physical Science (42300P) Biology (420000) Environmental Life Science (424010) 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 (422200) Prerequisite: Algebra II
SOCIAL STUDIES (HS) Civics/Government (472100) *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 (571010) *Advanced Placement World History (571020)
FINE ARTS (FA) Art I – (All year course) (450000) Art II – (All year course) (450010) Painting – (semester course) (45001P) Drawing – (semester course) (45001D) Instrumental Music I (451000) Vocal Music I (452000) Drama I (416000) Drama II (559801) (Recommendation of drama teacher) Drama III (559802) (Recommendation of drama teacher)
PHYSICAL EDUCATION (PH) Physical Education (485000/Boys) Physical Education (485001/Girls) Health & Safety (480000)
Athletics Boys Basketball (999811) Girls Basketball (999812) Cheerleader (999851) Drill Team (999852) Football (999813) Volleyball (999814) Boys Track (999815) (offered 2nd semester only) Girls Track (999816) (offered 2nd semester only) Baseball (999817)
WORKFORCE EDUCATION (VE) Child Development (493020) (1 semester) Clothing Management (493030) (1 semester) Managing Resources (Consumer Education) (493190) (1 semester) Family & Consumer Science (493080) (All year course) Foods & Nutrition (493110) (1 semester) Parenting (493210) (1 semester) Work Apprenticeship (493950) (Special Arrangements with Mrs. Bailey) Marketing (492330) Marketing Management (492350) Computerized Business Applications (492120) Prerequisite: Keyboarding Word Processing I (492470) Prerequisite: Keyboarding *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) Leadership & Communications (491300) /Animal Science (491180) Managing Natural Resources (491310) /Environmental Resources (491230) 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 Structural Analysis/Repair (494320)
Construction Technology Plumbing (494510) Electrical (494500)
Automotive Service Technology Brakes (494180) Engine Performance (494200)
Petroleum Technology Soft skills for technicians (495153) Medic First Aid (495152) Intro to Petroleum technology (495150) Drilling Operations (495172) Hydraulics & Pneumonics (495154)
INTRODUCTION TO DIGITAL & ANALOG ELECTRONICS (495155)
Medical Professions Education Human Anatomy & Physiology (495300) Introduction to Medical Professions (495340) Introduction to Medical Professions-Extended (495380) Medical Procedures (495330) Medical Procedures-Expanded (495390) Medical Terminology (495360) Pathology (495290)
ADDITIONAL ELECTIVES G.T. Seminar (596100) Study Hall (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.
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)
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 year long, two semester class. The first semester will consist of nine weeks of intensive preparation for the math portion of the ACT and nine weeks of intensive preparation for the Science Reasoning portion of the ACT. The second semester will consist of nine weeks of intensive preparation for the English portion of the ACT and nine weeks of intensive preparation for the reading portion of the ACT. Students may enroll in either or both semesters for .5 local credit for each. Priority 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 LAB (970131) – EL A semester class designed to support ninth grade students as they begin their first credit seeking English class. Preference will be given to students who have shown need through the 8th grade benchmark exam. Students will receive .5 local credit for the semester. Students will be placed in this class by MHS administration, and if placed, is not optional.
MATH LAB (970130) – EL A semester class designed to support ninth grade students as they begin their first credit seeking Math class. Preference will be given to students who have shown need through the 8th grade benchmark exam. Students will receive .5 local credit for the semester. Students will be placed in this class by MHS administration, and if placed, is not optional.
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 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
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 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 (472100) – 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.
*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.
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.
*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, and it is open to grades 10-12.
*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 Art I is a year long, 2 semester course. Art one students will study the elements of art and principles of design. This course also includes introduction tot art history by introducing students to a variety of artists ranging from pre-renaissance to modern. Art one students will learn and practice the procedures fro conducting a critique. In this class, students will be given the opportunity to explore a wide range of media. This fun elective course will fulfill the ½ credit of Fine Arts requirement for graduation and a ½ credit for an elective credit toward graduation. Prerequisite: All other courses excluding art history.
ART II (450010) -- FA Advanced Art is a year long, 2 semester course. This course is open to all students who have successfully completed Art One. As an extension of art one, in this class students will apply elements of art and principles of design to create developed art pieces. Students will create artwork that has intrinsic symbolic value. This course will require students to choose the artist they will study, to write a research paper concerning their life and art, and to include master copies of their work in their sketchbook. Art two students will be expected to create artwork using a variety of media. This creative elective course will fulfill the 1/2 credit of Fine Arts requirements for graduation and a 1/2 credit for an elective credit toward graduation. Prerequisite: Art I or recommendation from the Art teacher.
Painting (45001P) –FA This course is for students who want to further their skills in the paint media. In this course, students will learn to color theory and a history of painting. Students will demonstrate knowledge of composition, value, perspective and emphasis in their painting. This course will cover a variety of subjects including: Still Life, Portrait, Landscape, Figurative and Abstraction. Prerequisite: Art one or Drawing.
Drawing (45001D) –FA In this course, students will learn the history, vocabulary and methods of graphic art. Students will be introduced to all aspects of working within a graphics department. Students will utilize drawing techniques learned in art one to develop their own style. Prerequisite: No prerequisite.
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
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. 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.
DRAMA II (559801) - 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.
DRAMA III (559802)-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) Girls Track (999816) (offered 2nd semester only) Baseball (999817)
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.
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. MANAGING RESOURCES (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.
WORK APPRENICSHIP (493950) - VE |
