forest hills school district course guide

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AHS/THS 2013-2014 Course Guide

2 0 1 3 - 2 0 1 4 C O U R S E G U I D E

FO R E S T H I L L S S C H O O L D I S T R I C T

Superintendent:

Dr. Dallas Jackson

Anderson Principal

Michael Broadwater

Anderson Asst. Principals

David Kammerer

Kris Torbush

Turpin Principal

Peggy M. Johnson

Turpin Asst. Principals

Brad Chamberlain

David Spencer

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Anderson High School

7560 Forest Road

Cincinnati, OH 45255

Tel: 513.232.2772

Fax: 513.232.3146

www.foresthills.edu/anderson

Administration

Principal

Michael Broadwater

Assistant Principals

David Kammerer

Kris Torbush

Athletic Director

Pam Scott

Counselors

Lateef Johnson (A-Dn)

Carol Terwillegar (Do-Ki)

Debbie McDaniel (Kj-Q)

Amy Maxwell (R-Z)

Department Chairs

Art - Mary Broxterman

Counseling - Debbie McDaniel

Foreign Language - Karen Gremban

Health/PE - Deborah Gallagher

Language Arts - Cynthia Deatherage

Mathematics - Tonya Herron

Science - Holly Lowden

Social Studies - William Meltebrink

Orchestral Music - Jonathan Welch

Choral Music - Sandra Thornton

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Turpin High School

2650 Bartels Road

Cincinnati, OH 45244

Tel: 513.232.7770

Fax: 513.232.9047

www.foresthills.edu/turpin

Administration

Principal

Peggy M. Johnson

Assistant Principals

Brad Chamberlain

David Spencer

Athletic Director

Eric Fry

Counselors

Megan Hull (A-G)

Gerald Gunning (H-O)

Sydney Trout (P-Z)

Department Chairs

Art - Rod Vesper

Foreign Language - John English

Language Arts - John Polivka

Health/PE - Jamie Harloff

Mathematics - Donna Mechley

Science - Corey Mullins

Social Studies - Rob Stoll

Instrumental Music - Brian Lee

Administrative Assistant

Gretchen Miller

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

POLICIES AND PROCEDURES

Abbreviations Used in Course Listing --------------- 4

Athletic Eligibility ------------------------------------ 11

Auditing a Course ------------------------------------- 11

Cheating or Plagiarizing------------------------------ 10

College Admissions ----------------------------------- 14

College Preparatory Course of Study ---------------- 6

Commencement ----------------------------------------- 7

Course Fees -------------------------------------------- 11

Credit Recovery --------------------------------------- 10

Diploma with Honors ----------------------------------- 6

Early Graduation ---------------------------------------- 7

Educational Options ------------------------------------ 9

Failure to Return Scheduling Forms ---------------- 10

Fees ------------------------------------------------------ 12

Grade Level Placement --------------------------------- 6

Grade Point Average & Class Rank ------------------ 8

Graduation Requirements ------------------------------ 5

Great Oaks Career Campuses Requirements -------- 6

High School Credit for Courses ---------------------- 9

Taken in the 7th & 8th Grade

Levels in Academic Classes --------------------------- 7

Mentorship/Internship Programs ------------------------

Ohio Graduation Test ----------------------------------- 6

Planning Your Program of Study --------------------- 5

Repeating a Failed Subject -------------------------- 10

Schedule Changes ------------------------------------- 10

Student Responsibility ---------------------------------- 5

Weighted Classes---------------------------------------- 8

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

Business --------------------------------------------------- 13

Computer Science ---------------------------------------- 18

Family and Consumer Sciences ------------------------ 20

Fine Arts

Music Department ------------------------------------- 22

Visual Arts Department ------------------------------- 27

Theatre--------------------------------------------------- 34

Foreign Language ---------------------------------------- 35

Language Arts -------------------------------------------- 40

Mathematics ---------------------------------------------- 49

Physical Education/Health ------------------------------ 55

Science ----------------------------------------------------- 57

Social Studies --------------------------------------------- 65

Teaching Professions Academy ------------------------ 73

Technology Education ----------------------------------- 75

College and Career Readiness -------------------------- 78

All new course are pending board approval.

ABBREVIATIONS USED IN COURSE LISTING

Abbreviations Used in Course Listing

G General Class

CP College Preparatory Class

H Honors Class

AP Advanced Placement

TR Teacher Recommendation

N Non-leveled Class

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PLANNING YOUR PROGRAM OF

STUDY

The courses listed in this handbook will help prepare

students for the future. Students should read this pub-

lication carefully and develop a high school program

that will help them reach their occupational, educa-

tional and personal goals. When scheduling classes

for next year, students should complete the following

steps:

* Review all graduation requirements

* Keep immediate and long range goals in

mind * Select courses that fit your college and

career goals

STUDENT RESPONSIBILITIES

It is the student’s responsibility to be familiar with

the scheduling policies and procedures contained

in this guide and to see that all graduation and

award requirements are met.

GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS: A student must earn 22 units of credits and pass the

Ohio Graduation Test to graduate from Forest Hills

Local Schools.

Subject Units of Credit

English (must be in English 9, 10, 11 & 12) 4

Mathematics 4

3 of the 4 credits must be earned in grades 9-12, with Algebra II or equivalent required.

Science 3

Inquiry- based with lab experience

1 unit of physical sciences - 1 unit

1 unit of biological sciences - 1 unit

1 unit from advanced sciences - 1 unit

Social Studies 3 1/2

1 unit of Modern World History or AP Human Geography

1 unit of Modern US History or AP US History

1 unit from two of the following:

Iconic Leaders

Iconic Legends

Ancient Civilization: The Pharoahs—Alexander the Great

Ancient Civilization: Julius Ceasar—Leonardo DaVinci

OR

1 unit of AP European History

1/2 unit of American Government

Health 1/2

Physical Education 1/2

Electives 6 1/2

Elective units must include one or any combination of foreign language, fine arts, business, career-

technical education, family and consumer sciences, technology (including computer science), or

English language arts, mathematics, science or social studies courses not otherwise required.

All students must receive instruction in economics and financial literacy during grades 9-12 and

must complete at least two semesters of fine arts taken any time in grades 7-12. Students following a

career-technical pathway are exempt from the fine arts requirement.

The Ohio Core Requirement for Financial Literacy may be earned through successful completion of

any one of the following courses: Career and Life Planning, Economics, Personal Finance, Intro-

duction to Financial Literacy, Introduction to Business, Business Management I, Marketing II, Col-

lege and Career Readiness: Charting your Course for the Future, or AP Macroeconomics.

Total 22


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OHIO GRADUATION TEST

All students must pass a state mandated graduation test (OGT)

in order to receive a high school diploma. The test will measure

student achievement in reading, writing, mathematics, social

studies and science. Students will take the OGT in the spring of

their 10th grade year. They will have additional opportunities

during their 11th and 12th grade years to take and pass the test

if necessary.

GRADE LEVEL PLACEMENT

The following minimum number of credits are used in deter-

mining the grade level of each student:

Sophomore status: 5 credits

Junior status: 11 credits

Senior status: 16 credits

GREAT OAKS CAREER CAMPUSES REQUIREMENTS

Students attending one of the Great Oaks Career Campuses

must meet the Forest Hills School District graduation require-

ments, and pass the OGT to graduate.

Great Oaks students should earn the following credits prior to

the 11th grade: 2 units in English, 2 in mathematics, 2 in sci-

ence, 2 in social studies, and 1 in health/PE. Students who are

deficient in these required areas should make up the deficiency

in an approved summer school, night school, or correspond-

ence program, or online program.

COLLEGE PREPARATORY COURSE OF STUDY

Students who plan on attending a four-year college or university

should complete as a minimum, an Algebra II class, two years of

Foreign Language, and one elective in the Fine Arts.

These courses must be taken if the student is to be uncondition-

ally accepted by a state university in Ohio. Students who do not

take these courses may be accepted on the condition that the de-

ficient course work be made up in college.

DIPLOMA WITH HONORS

Depending on whether a student is completing a college prepara-

tory or career technical education curriculum, honors diploma

requirements differ slightly. The student must meet the require-

ments for the regular diploma plus criteria for honors. The crite-

ria for Diploma with Honors is available on the Ohio Depart-

ment of Education website at www.ode.state.oh.us. Search for

the key word phrase “Diploma with Honors”.


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LEVELS IN ACADEMIC CLASSES

A limited number of academic classes are

leveled in the Forest Hills School Dis-

trict. We strive to place students with

similar achievement, interest and ability

in the same class. Students and parents

who disagree with the recommended

course may request a waiver.

Advanced Placement (AP): Advanced

level courses are taught on the college

level. Students in AP classes will be ex-

pected to take the Advanced Placement

Examination in May.

Honors (H): Advanced level courses in

which topics are studied in greater depth

and at a faster pace than at other levels.

Content may be equivalent to college-

level work.

College Preparatory (CP): College pre-

paratory level courses are designed for

the student wishing to acquire a strong

background for college entrance.

General (G): Academic courses that pro-

vide on-grade level instruction aligned

with the Ohio Academic Content Stand-

ards.

Non-Leveled (N)

COMMENCEMENT

In order to participate in Commencement,

students must meet all credit requirements

established by the Forest Hills Board of

Education and pass the Ohio Graduation

Test.

Students who do not meet these require-

ments, regardless of the reason, will not

be allowed to participate in the Com-

mencement program held at the end of the

school year.

School personnel work throughout the

school year with students who might not

graduate on time because of credit defi-

ciencies. Parents or guardians are also

contacted at regular intervals if the chance

exists that their child will not graduate on

time. However, it remains the primary

responsibility of the student to make

sure all graduation requirements are

met and to notify his/ her parents or

guardians if an academic problem ex-

ists which may impede commencement

participation.

Seniors who withdraw from school during

the 2nd semester of their senior year and

finish their graduation requirements

through correspondence or night school

are not eligible to participate in the com-

mencement ceremony.

EARLY GRADUATION

Students who are interested in graduat-

ing in less than the normal four years of

regular school attendance shall file a

written request with the principal. If a

student desires to graduate at the end of

the first semester of the senior year, the

principal should receive a written re-

quest before the end of the second se-

mester of the student’s junior year. Stu-

dents who wish to graduate in three

years should make a written request no

later than the end of their sophomore

year. The principal reserves the right to

waive these deadlines if circumstances

warrant.

A student who graduates early will re-

ceive his/her diploma after Commence-

ment. A copy of the complete board pol-

icy dealing with graduation and Com-

mencement is available in the princi-

pal’s office.

Students who graduate early are not eli-

gible to try out for Commencement

speaker, music soloist, or local scholar-

ships.

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GRADE POINT AVERAGE AND CLASS

RANK

Semester grades in all courses earning letter

grades are used to determine a student’s grade

point average (GPA), the basis of class rank.

Class rank is determined at the conclusion of

each semester by using GPA and ranking stu-

dents numerically. The following scale is used to

determine a student’s grade point average:

A+ 97-100% 4.0 C+ 77-79% 2.3

A 93-96% 4.0 C 73-76% 2.0

A- 90-92% 3.7 C- 70-72% 1.7

B+ 87-89% 3.3 D+ 67-69% 1.3

B 83-86% 3.0 D 65-66% 1.0

B- 80-82% 2.7 F 0-64% 0.0

Students who enroll in a weighted class and earn a

grade of C- or higher will have 0.025 or 0.0125,

depending on the course, added to their grade

point average each semester.

The grades and class rank of students who are new

to FHSD will be converted to this system. Only

those classes weighted at FHSD will be weighted

in determining the student’s GPA.

WEIGHTED COURSE POLICY

Grades earned in the following classes are weighted (0.025 added each

semester to the grade point average of students who earn at least a grade

of C-):

AP English: Lit & Comp AP Human Geography

AP English: Lang & Comp AP European History

AP Computer Science AP U.S. History

AP Calculus AB AP U.S. Government and Politics

AP Calculus BC AP Macroeconomics

AP Statistics AP Studio Art: 3D Design

AP Biology AP Studio Art: 2D Design

AP Physics AP Studio Art: Drawing

AP Chemistry AP Art History

AP Psychology AP Music Theory

Grades earned in the following classes are weighted (0.0125 added each

semester to the grade point average of students who earn at least a grade

of C-):

Honors English 10 Honors Chemistry

Honors Algebra II Honors Physics

Honors Pre-Calculus Fourth Year Foreign Language

Advanced Mathematics Fifth Year Foreign Language

Honors Wind Ensemble Honors Symphonic Orchestra

Honors Mixed Chorus Teaching & Learning Portfolio

The ½ Credit of the AP Science Labs is not weighted.

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A. POST SECONDARY

High school students have an option of

enrolling in a non-sectarian college

course for high school and/or college

credit. The principal must be notified in

writing of the student’s intent to partici-

pate in this program no later than March

31. Interested students and parents should

contact the guidance counselor for addi-

tional information.

In the event that a student needs a Post

Secondary Course to satisfy graduation

requirements, the course must be com-

pleted prior to graduation. Scheduling

differences between the post secondary

institution and the Forest Hills School

District may prevent students from ful-

filling this requirement. Students who do

not meet all credit requirements will not

be permitted to participate in the com-

mencement ceremonies. The diploma

will be available to the student after grad-

uation requirements have been met.

FLEXIBILITY

B. CREDIT FELXIBILITY

Student may earn credit by pursuing one or

more educational options in accordance

with the District’s Credit Flexibility Pro-

gram.

Students may now earn credits by:

●Completing coursework,

●Testing out of or demonstrating mastery

of course content, or

●Pursuing one or more educational op

tions (e.g., online/distance learning,

dual credit, educational travel, inde-

pendent study, internships, music, arts,

after- school programs, community

service, or other individualized pro-

jects).

Credit Flexibility is intended to motivate

and increase student learning by allowing:

●Access to more learning resources,

especially real-world experiences,

customization around individual student

needs, and/or

●Use of multiple measures of learning,

especially those where students demon-

strate what they know and can do, apply

their learning, or document performance.

EDUCATIONAL OPTIONS: POST SECONDARY AND CREDIT

HIGH SCHOOL CREDITS FOR

COURSES TAKEN IN SEVENTH

OR EIGHTH GRADE

All students who successfully com-

plete a foreign language course, Al-

gebra I, Math I, Geometry or Math II

during the seventh or eighth grade

year will receive one graded unit of

high school credit in each course. The

grade and the unit of credit will be in-

cluded on the high school transcript

and will be averaged into the grade

point average.

Transfer students must provide verifi-

cation that these courses were taken

for high school credit and credit was

given in the eighth grade at the origi-

nal school.


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SCHEDULE CHANGES

Selecting classes for the next school year is an important decision.

Because schedule changes can have a significant effect on class size,

the availability of staff, and the number of textbooks, students should

plan carefully, realizing schedules will not be changed after June 5th.

After June 5th the only reasons a schedule will be altered are listed

below:

* The school has made a scheduling error.

* A class needed to meet graduation requirements is not

scheduled.

* A prerequisite has not been completed successfully.

* A student previously failed a subject with the same teacher (if

space allows the change).

* A student wants to replace a study hall with an academic

class. (The class must be added before the 10th day of the

semester.)

* The teacher, counselor and parent agree the student has

been placed in the wrong course.

Principal approval is required.

Schedule changes will not be made based on preference for a

teacher.

Schedule changes will not be made for a student who changes his/

her mind.

Note: After the 20th day of the semester, all classes approved by the

principal to be dropped will receive a WF (withdraw failing) grade on

the student’s transcript.


CHEATING OR PLAGIARIZING

Because student learning is the primary objective of the Forest Hills

School District, the faculty and administration of FHSD regard aca-

demic dishonesty, cheating, or plagiarism as serious breaches of ethi-

cal academic behavior. For more information regarding school rules

and policies, please consult the student handbook or contact the admin-

istrative offices at either high school.

FAILURE TO RETURN SCHEDULING FORMS

Courses for students who fail to return their scheduling forms to their

counselor will be scheduled by the student’s counselor. These selec-

tions are considered final unless the student requests a change prior to

the June deadline.

REPEATING A FAILED SUBJECT

When a student repeats a subject previously failed, the grade earned

upon repeating the class will become a part of the student’s record as

well as the original “F.” Both grades will become part of the stu-

dent’s GPA.

CREDIT RECOVERY

Students who have failed a course may enroll in an accredited summer,

evening, or correspondence school program. If a student plans to par-

ticipate in graduation ceremonies that year all coursework must be

completed and the grades reported to appropriate high school by the

1st Friday of May

Students must secure approval from their school counselor before

enrolling in an accredited summer, evening, or correspondence school.

Credit may not be accepted unless this is done. Students are not per-

mitted to make up a course while currently taking the same course.

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ATHLETIC ELIGIBILITY

In order to be eligible to participate in athletics in grades

9-12, a student must:

* be currently enrolled and must have been enrolled

in school the immediately preceding grading period.

* have received, during the preceding grading period,

passing grades in a minimum of five courses, totaling

at least 2.5 credits for a semester, which count toward

graduation.

* have attained, during the preceding grading period,

a C- average or above.

FALL SPORTS ELIGIBILITY

Eligibility to participate in fall sports is determined by

grades earned in the 4th grading period of the preceding

school year. A student enrolled in the first grading peri-

od after advancement from the eighth grade must have

passed 75% of those subjects carried the preceding grad-

ing period in which the student was enrolled.

COURSE FEES

All course fees indicated in this publication are esti-

mates. Additional fees may be assessed by the Board of

Education. Parents/Guardians will be notified when fees

are due.


AUDITING A COURSE

Students who have previously passed a course may take the

course again (audit the course) for remediation, if the follow-

ing conditions are met:

1. The student has the permission of the parents, teacher

and counselor.

2. Class size permits the enrollment.

3. The student completes all assignments and behaves well.

Note: An audited course cannot be taken for credit and the

grade will not be included in the grade point average. Both

grades will appear on the transcript. However, only the original

grade will be included in the grade point average.

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COLLEGE ADMISSIONS

College admission is based on how well students perform in high

school, class rank, GPA, courses taken and the scores earned on

college admission tests, such as the SAT and ACT. Some schools

also require SAT II.

Because colleges vary widely in their entrance requirements, stu-

dents should refer to college catalogues, websites and their coun-

selor for additional information. Students should do this early in

their school career, especially if interested in a selective or private

college.

Students planning to attend a college that follows a selective ad-

missions policy should select the most challenging college prepar-

atory curriculum possible. The more demanding the course work,

the better chance students have for admission to the selective col-

lege of their choice. Students interested in a selective college

should follow recommendations listed in the THS College Hand-

book, available in the Guidance Office. In addition, seniors should

select a challenging 12th grade program.

An enriched academic course of study challenges the more intel-

lectually capable and/or highly motivated student toward greater

depth in program selection. An enriched academic course of study

should include 4 credits of English, 4 credits of mathematics, 3

credits of science, 3 1/2 credits of social studies, 3 credits of one

foreign language, 1/2 credit of health, l/2 credit PE, 1 credit of a

fine or performing art and 1 1/2 elective credits.

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BUSINESS

AHS

Code

THS

Code Course

Ability

Level Grade Semester Credit Prerequisite

6141 6205 Introduction to Business N 9-12 1 1/2 None

6131 6109 Personal Finance N 9-12 1 1/2 None

6271 6117 Entrepreneurship N 9-10 1 1/2 None

6132 6210 Introduction to Financial Literacy (Students can

earn Dual Credit from the University of Cincin-

nati)

CP 10-12 1 1/2 None

6111 6102 Business Computer Applications I N 9-12 1 1/2 None

6121 6103 Business Computer Applications II N 9-12 1 1/2 See Description

6470 6208 Business Management I CP 11 2 1 See Description

6480 6209 Business Management II CP 12 2 2 See Description

6240 6112 Accounting CP 10-12 2 1 See Description

6251 6206 Business Law I CP 10-12 1 1/2 See Description

6252 6207 Business Law II CP 10-12 1 1/2 See Description

6370 6115 Marketing I N 11 2 1 See Description

6380 6116 Marketing II N 12 2 3 See Description

INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12

Course Credit: ½ Credit, 5 periods/week, one semester

Description:

This semester course is designed to help students develop an understanding of business systems and the economic setting in which they

function. Students will study topics involving business organizations, entrepreneurship and small business management, management and

leadership skills, career planning, marketing, financial management, and banking and financial services. Students will learn to manage mon-

ey, use banking services, make wise credit decisions, and save and invest money. This course fulfills the financial literacy graduation com-

ponent.

Prerequisite: None

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PERSONAL FINANCE

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12

Course Credit: ½ Credit, 5 peri-

ods/week, one semester

Description:

This semester long course is de-

signed to help students discover

new ways to maximize their earn-

ing potential, develop strategies for

managing their resources, explore

skills for the wise use of credit, and

gain insight into the different ways

of investing money. This course

fulfills the financial literacy gradua-

tion requirement.

Prerequisite: None

BUSINESS

ENTREPRENEURSHIP

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12

Course Credit: ½ Credit, 5 periods/

week, one semester

Description:

Entrepreneurship is a class designed

to allow students to explore the excit-

ing world of starting and owning a

business. Students will discover real

world business fundamentals, cover-

ing economics, marketing, manage-

ment, ownership, and distribution,

and discover the pitfalls and rewards

of being an entrepreneur.

Prerequisite: None

INTRODUCTION TO FINANCIAL

LITERACY

(This is a Dual Enrollment Option with

the University of Cincinnati)

Grade Level: 10, 11, 12

Course Credit: ½ Credit, 5 periods/week,

one semester

Description:

The Introduction to Financial Literacy

course, in which students have the oppor-

tunity to earn three credit hours from the

University of Cincinnati, is essential in

meeting the financial challenges of the 21st

century and is key to one’s future success.

The competencies students will learn will

enable them to analyze their personal finan-

cial decisions, evaluate the costs and bene-

fits of their decisions, recognize their rights

and responsibilities as consumers, and ap-

ply the knowledge learned in the course to

financial situations encountered later in life.

The course content is designed to help stu-

dents make wise spending, saving, and

credit decisions and to make effective use

of income to achieve personal financial suc-

cess. This course fulfills the financial litera-

cy graduation requirement.

Prerequisite: None

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BUSINESS COMPUTER

APPLICATIONS I

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12


week, one semester

Description:

This course will focus on basic word pro-

cessing skill and applications including

college formatting of reports, letters,

memos, bibliography pages and tables.

Students obtain fundamentals in this

course; those who wish to gain a high pro-

ficiency should enroll in the Business

Computer Application II course.

Prerequisite: None

BUSINESS COMPUTER

APPLICATIONS II

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12


week, one semester

Description:

The emphasis of this course will be to

build upon skills learned by incorporating

a number of software applications such as

spreadsheets, database, and presentation

software.

Prerequisite: Business Computer

Applications I

BUSINESS

BUSINESS MANAGEMENT I

Grade Level: 11

Course Credit: 1 Credit, 5 periods/week,

two semesters

Description:

Business skill development will include

communication skills, basic understanding

of the accounting cycle and basic econom-

ics. Topics in Business management prac-

tices will be introduced Students will ex-

plore process and project management and

its importance in managing resources, qual-

ity and information. Students will partici-

pate in the Future Business Leaders of

America organization. Students will close

the year with a Career Seminar to prepare

for the Internship portion of Business Man-

agement II in the senior year.

This course fulfills the financial literacy

graduation requirement.

Prerequisite: Students must apply and

interview with the instructor prior to

admission.

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BUSINESS

BUSINESS LAW I



week, one semester

Description:

This is a semester course that is de-

signed to help students develop an un-

derstanding of the legal system and

how it relates and is used in the busi-

ness environment. Students will study

how the law affects their lives and its

impact on business. Students will be

able to prepare and analyze cases in

different legal situations.

Prerequisite: Two semesters of

Business Courses and teacher

recommendation

ACCOUNTING



two semesters

Description:

This year-long course is designed for stu-

dents who plan to major in business in

college and to develop an understanding

of the accounting cycle. The course in-

troduces the basic accounting proce-

dures, includes projects that use the com-

plete accounting cycle, and utilizes auto-

mated accounting. The student who com-

pletes two semesters of Accounting in

high school will have a a working

knowledge of accounting terms and pro-

cedures and will be prepared for colle-

giate study of accounting.

Students in this course will also be pre-

pared to take the College Board CLEP

exam for college credit in Accounting

Prerequisite: Two semesters of business

courses and teacher recommendation

BUSINESS MANAGEMENT II

Grade Level: 12

Course Credit: 2 Credits, 5 periods/week,

two semesters

Description:

Business skill development will continue in the

senior year for students who completed basic eco-

nomics topics in Business Management I as jun-

iors. Topics covered in the Business Management I

class will be continued at a more advanced lev-

el. Students will be exposed to management func-

tions and decision making, technology and infor-

mation management, financial analysis of a busi-

ness, financial services, credit, and human re-

sources management. Students will also be work-

ing in internship positions 8-10 hours per week to

reinforce the skills and knowledge they have ac-

quired in the classroom. Students will work in a

variety of business fields such as finance, manage-

ment, information management, planning, promo-

tion, pricing and purchasing.

The student has the option of early dismissal if all

graduation requirements are met.

Students in this course will also be prepared to take

the College Board CLEP exam for college credit in

Business Management

Prerequisite: Two semesters of business courses

and teacher recommendation

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BUSINESS LAW II



week, one semester

Description:

The emphasis of this semester course

is to build on the information learned

in Business Law I. This course will

help students understand the aspects

involved in property and contract law.

Students will identify the require-

ments for a valid contract and will an-

alyze legal cases covering property

and contract law. Students will be able

to prepare and write briefs for cases

in different business situations.

Students in this course will be pre-

pared to take the College Board CLEP

exam for college credit in Business

Law.

Prerequisite: Business Law I

BUSINESS

MARKETING I

Grade Level: 11

Course Credit: 1 Credit, 5 periods/

week, two semesters

This course will be held at Anderson

High School

Description:

Marketing I is a program designed to

give students a background in merchan-

dising, marketing, promotion, and man-

agement. Students will learn the basic

skills necessary to obtain and keep a job,

write a resume, and develop good inter-

viewing skills. Students will complete a

career research project.

Prerequisite: Students must apply and

interview with the instructor prior to

admission

MARKETING II

Grade Level: 12


week, two semesters

This course will be held at Anderson

High School

Description:

Marketing II combines Marketing and

Management fundamentals with an in-

ternship experience. Internship place-

ment is coordinated by the instructor and

requires 8-10 hours per week. In class,

students will continue to learn the basic

functions of Marketing as well as Basic

Management and Merchandising. This

program prepares students for either en-

try level jobs or college level business

courses. The student has the option of

early dismissal if all graduation require-

ments are met. Students in this course

will also take the CLEP exam for col-

lege credit in Marketing. Test fee pro-

vided by Great Oaks.

Prerequisite: Successful completion of

Marketing I and teacher recommenda-

tion

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PROGRAMMING I



one semester

Description:

This semester long course is an introduction

to computer programming and is open to all

abilities. It covers the fundamental ideas of

programming including input and output,

screen design and formatting, loops, control

structures and subroutines. These fundamen-

tals are then applied to projects using object-

oriented techniques and event-controlled pro-

gramming. In addition, students will use a

Game Programming package to create anima-

tions of 3D objects (people, animals, furni-

ture, etc.) in imagined worlds. They will pro-

gram them to interact not only with other ob-

jects in the world, but also with the user.

They respond to mouse clicks and keyboard

strikes.

Prerequisite: Honors Algebra I, Algebra I

CP/Teacher Recommendation

COMPUTER SCIENCE

PROGRAMMING II



one semester

Description:

This semester course is a continuation of

Programming I. Topics covered include

data structures such as arrays and files, ad-

vanced algorithms to solve more interesting

problems, string manipulations, and data-

bases. Students create modern looking pro-

grams, with textboxes, drop-down menus,

buttons and graphics. For example, we will

use Visual Basic to create drag-n-drop

games, horse races, cannon ball trajectories,

minesweep, and child-eating monster appli-

cations. There’s also an introduction to re-

lational databases which are directly appli-

cable to the industry job market. The

course concludes with a major project mod-

eling and maintaining a small business ap-

plication.

Prerequisite: Programming I

AHS

Code

THS

Code Course

Ability

Level Grade

Semes-

ter Credit Prerequisite

2331 2116 Programming I N 10-12 1 1/2 See Description

2332 2117 Programming II N 10-12 1 1/2 See Description

2461 2122 AP Computer Science AP 11-12 2 1 See Description

2340 2119 Advanced Studies in Computer Science CP 12 2 1 See Description

2471 2124 Tools for Technology N 9-12 1 1/2 None

2571 2125 Web Design N 9-12 1 1/2 See Description

AP COMPUTER SCIENCE

Grade Level 11, 12

Course Credit 1 Credit, 5 periods/week,

two semesters

Description:

The goals of the AP Computer Science

course are comparable to those of a first-

year course offered in college and univer-

sity computer science departments. The

course is intended to serve both as an in-

troductory course for computer science

majors and as a substantial service course

for people who will major in other disci-

plines that require significant involvement

with computing. The content is consistent

with the curricular recommendations of

the AP College Board. The necessary pre-

requisites include a familiarity with math-

ematical notation at the level of second

year Algebra and Advanced Programming

or teacher recommendation.

Prerequisite: : Programming I, Pro-

gramming II/Teacher Recommendation

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ADVANCED STUDIES IN

COMPUTER SCIENCE

Grade Level: 12


two semesters

Description:

This course will be tailored to meet the

needs of the students. If there is enough

interest, a traditional, teacher lead course

could be offered. If not, then an Inde-

pendent Study program would be set up.

The student would have to be self motivat-

ed and would be responsible for the devel-

opment of the tasks and the assessments.

Topics might include Robotics, Virtual

Worlds, Internet Programming, Java GUI

Applets, Gaming, Advanced Data Struc-

tures, etc. Students could even suggest a

topic they want to study.

Prerequisite: AP Computer Sciences/

Teacher Recommendation

COMPUTER SCIENCE

TOOLS FOR TECHNOLOGY

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12


one semester

Description:

This course is designed for the student

who wants more expertise in using appli-

cation software for both academic and

lifelong pursuits. Students will master a

variety of important applications includ-

ing spreadsheets, presentations and pub-

lishing software. This is the kind of soft-

ware they will most likely need in col-

lege and in the business world. They will

also learn to effectively search the inter-

net for research and to critique what they

find there. In addition, we will sample

other software that students find in their

lives (graphic manipulations, sound, digi-

tal pictures, GPS, and even a bit of pro-

gramming).

Prerequisite: None

WEB DESIGN

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12


week, one semester

Description:

This course is designed for the student to

explore the technology that is used on the

World Wide Web. Web page design will

be covered using a variety of software

and markup languages (html, style sheets,

javascript, and graphic editors such as

Frontpage and DreamWeaver). We will

learn to create our own animations using

Flash and learn advanced techniques such

as “tweening”. We will post our work

and make them available through the

School home page. Also, current technol-

ogies of Web 2.0 will be surveyed (blogs,

forums, wikis, and podcasts). This is a

great class for anyone who wants to know

more about how the web works.

Prerequisite: Tools for Technology/


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AHS

Code

THS

Code Course

Ability


7111 7101 Nutrition and Healthy Lifestyles N 9-12 1 1/2 None

7112 7102 Creative and Safe Cooking N 9-12 1 1/2 None

7241 7107 Child Development N 10-12 1 1/2 None

7242 7108 Family Studies N 10-12 1 1/2 None

7357 7110 Career and Life Planning N 11-12 1 1/2 None

7451 7109 Personal Transitions N 9-12 1 1/2 None

7452 7105 Fashion Design and Selection N 9-12 1 1/2 None

FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCES

NUTRITION AND HEALTHY

LIFESTYLES

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12


one semester

Description:

This course is designed to provide students

with information and lab experiences that

will enable them to make healthy food

choices based on a variety of lifestyles.

There will be basics, such as dietary guide-

lines, safety and sanitation, meal planning

and recipe modification. Other topics in-

clude eating disorders, weight manage-

ment, sports nutrition and current trends in

diets, nutrition and wellness factors.

The objectives for this course overlap

those for Nutritional Biochemistry. It is

recommended that students avoid taking

both courses in the same year

Prerequisite: None

CREATIVE AND SAFE COOKING

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12


week, one semester

Description:

This course emphasizes strategies for

making economical choices when plan-

ning meals. Students will be introduced to

the guidelines for selecting appliances,

setting up a food budget, and buying and

storing foods. Safe and sanitary practices

are covered in order to prevent food borne

illnesses. Making consumer decisions,

tips on using space, time and energy effi-

ciency will help students manage their re-

sources while working in the kitchen. In-

formation on basic cooking methods will

also give them a background on how to

prepare a wide variety of foods. Regional

and international cuisine will also be ex-

plored.

Prerequisite: None

CHILD DEVELOPMENT



week, one semester

Description:

This course is designed to provide stu-

dents with foundational skills and

awareness that will enable them to make

informed decisions about becoming a

parent or childcare provider. Anyone

who anticipates interaction with chil-

dren in any capacity will benefit from

this course. Topics include: parenting

readiness, human growth and develop-

ment, balancing work and family re-

sponsibilities, and changing family

structures. The daily challenges and

rewards of parenting will be the focus of

cooperative and independent learning

activities.

Prerequisite: None

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FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCES

FAMILY STUDIES


Course Credit: ½ Credit,

5 periods/week, one semester

Description:

The purpose of this course is

to provide learning opportu-

nities that will enhance stu-

dents’ personal development

and increase awareness of

family living issues. Students

will focus on child develop-

ment concepts along with

helping them relate personal

experiences to family life

issues and analyze situations

that require critical thought

and problem-solving tech-

niques.

Prerequisite: None

CAREER AND LIFE

PLANNING

Grade Level: 11, 12

Course Credit: ½ Credit, 5

periods/week, one semester

Description:

This course will provide stu-

dents with many skills essen-

tial for independent living and

suggestions for effective deci-

sion making related to both

short and long-range goals.

Skills for competencies in indi-

vidual and family economics

will be explored along with

knowledge for coordinating

work and personal life. Topics

covered will range from con-

sumerism to interpersonal rela-

tionships and responsibilities

faced in society by adults in

various life-stages. The course

will utilize many case studies

and role-play activities to

stress key concepts.

This course meets the financial

literacy requirement.

Prerequisite: None

PERSONAL

TRANSITIONS

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12



Description:

Adolescence is a confusing

time for everyone. This

course focuses on the practi-

cal problems faced by teens,

including peer relations, con-

flict management, stress man-

agement, and self esteem.

Activities include case stud-

ies, critical thinking prob-

lems, and shared experiences.

Prerequisite: None

FASHION DESIGN AND

SELECTION

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12


periods/week, one

semester

Description:

This course is primarily a

lab hands-on course that

emphasizes textile and pat-

tern selection, and construc-

tion techniques. This class

would be helpful in devel-

oping a portfolio for stu-

dents interested in majoring

in fashion industry in col-

lege.

This course does require

advanced manual dexterity

skills and moderate tech-

nical abilities.

Prerequisite: None

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FINE ARTS—MUSIC

CHORALE


Course Credit: 1 Credit, 5 periods/week, two semesters

Description:

Unison, two, three and four part music written for tenor and bass

voices is sung by this group. Selections are drawn from a variety

of musical styles, including classical, folk, popular, sacred, sea

chanteys and barbershop music. Special attention is given to vo-

cal techniques and basic note reading skills. Solo and ensemble

participation is encouraged. Required concerts, assemblies, re-

hearsals and other programs comprise the performance experi-

ence.

Solo and Ensemble participation is encouraged

Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation and audition

FRESHMAN CHORUS

Grade Level: 9


Description:

This class offers students new to the Vocal Department experience in

three or four part music, development in vocal skills, tone production,

note reading skills, stage presence and an awareness of styles in music

are emphasized. Music studied and performed by this group includes

classical, folk, popular, sacred and Broadway show music, required

concerts, assemblies, rehearsals and other programs compromise the

performance experience.

Solo and Ensemble participation is encouraged

Prerequisite: Previous choral experience or a successful audition

with choral director

AHS

Code

THS

Code Course

Ability


9510 9501 Freshman Chorus N 9 2 1 See Description

9520 9502 Chorale N 10-12 2 1 See Description

9530 9503 Choraliers N 10-12 2 1 See Description

9540 9504 Mixed Chorus H 10-12 2 1 See Description

9610 9507 Concert Band N 9-12 2 1 See Description

9631 9509 Marching Band N 9-12 9 weeks 1/4 See Description

9651 9514 AP Music Theory AP 10-12 1 1/2 See Description

9652 9515 Music History N 9-12 1 1/2 See Description

9671 9511 Beginning Guitar N 9-12 1 1/2 None

9620 9508 Wind Ensemble H 9-12 2 1 See Description

9630 9510 Percussion N 9-12 2 1 See Description

9640 9520 Honors Percussion H 9-12 2 1 See Description

9710 9525 Philharmonic Orchestra N 9-12 2 1 See Description

9720 9505 Symphonic Orchestra H 9-12 2 1 See Description

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FINE ARTS MUSIC

CHORALIERS


Course Credit: 1 Credit, 5 periods/week, two

semesters

Description:

Unison, two, three and four part music written

specifically for soprano and alto voices is

studied and performed by this group. Repre-

sentative styles of music drawn from classical,

folk, popular, sacred and Broadway musicals

are performed. Special attention is given to

vocal technique and basic music reading

skills. Required concerts, assemblies, rehears-

als and other programs comprise the perfor-

mance experience.

Solo and Ensemble participation is encour-

aged.

Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation and

audition

CONCERT BAND

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12


two semesters

Description:

It is mandatory for all members to participate

in Marching Band also. Students who plan to

participate in a Fall Sport should contact the

band director to see how accommodations

may be made. Concert Band students work

to build musicianship, fundamental skills,

and performance techniques. The selection

of music will be varied throughout the year.

The Concert Band presents several formal

concerts each year. Opportunities are also

available for solo and ensemble participation

as well as pep and jazz bands. The band

meets five days per week. Solo and Ensem-

ble participation is encouraged.

Prerequisite: Successful audition and


HONORS MIXED CHORUS



two semesters

Description:

Sacred and secular music of all periods is

studied and performed at regularly sched-

uled concerts and assemblies. Ensemble

and solo work is emphasized and encour-

aged. Scales, sight reading, tone quality

and singing experience are the determin-

ing factors in the selection of members

for this top level group. This group per-

forms standard literature as well as cho-

reographed selections, and is often invit-

ed to do concerts in the community and

beyond. Required concerts, assemblies,

rehearsals and other programs comprise

the performance experience. Addtional

requirements will include OMEA Adju-

dicated events, community service, out-

side concert attendance, and other pro-

jects with notification from the director.

Prerequisite: Successful audition with

choral director

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MARCHING BAND (nine weeks)

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12

Course Credit: ¼ Credit, 5

periods/week, 9 weeks

Description:

The Marching Band is comprised of

band members from Concert Band,

Wind Ensemble, Percussion, and the

Color Guard. Members attend practic-

es during the summer and August

Band Camp in preparation for fall per-

formances. Daily rehearsals beyond

the school day prepare the class to per-

form at football games as well as at

marching band festivals, contests, and

parades. There is considerable regional

travel for the class including all varsity

football games. Please contact the high

school band director for specific dates

and schedules, as attendance and par-

ticipation are the primary basis for

class grading.



PERCUSSION

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12


2 semesters

Description:

It is mandatory for all members to participate in

Marching Band also. Students who plan to par-

ticipate in a Fall Sport should contact the band

director to see how accommodations may be

made. Through teacher evaluation, percussion

students will be placed in General Percussion or

Advanced Percussion. Students in Percussion

Class work to build musicianship, percussive

skills, and performance techniques. The selec-

tion of music will be varied throughout the year

consisting of both mallet and snare exercises

and etudes, solos, and ensembles. Percussion

Class presents several formal concerts each year

with Concert Band and Wind Ensemble. Oppor-

tunities are also available for solo and ensemble

participation as well as pep and jazz bands. At

the conclusion of the marching season, orchestra

percussion go to Orchestra two times per week.

Solo and Ensemble participation is encouraged.

Prerequisite: Successful audition and Teacher

Recommendation

HONORS WIND ENSEMBLE

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12


2 semesters

Description:

It is mandatory for all members to participate in

Marching Band also. Students who plan to par-

ticipate in a Fall Sport should contact the band

director to see how accommodations may be

made. Wind Ensemble students work to build

high levels of musicianship and employ ad-

vanced performance techniques. A variety of

band literature will be studied and performed.

Students will study fundamental concepts of

music theory, music history, and ear training

throughout the course. Students will participate

in community service based on sharing their

talents outside of school. The Wind Ensemble

presents several formal concerts each year. All

students will participate in Solo & Ensemble, as

well as Pep Band. At the conclusion of the

marching season, Symphonic Orchestra mem-

bers will attend Orchestra two times per week.

Wind Ensemble is by audition only. Auditions

occur in May of the previous school year.

Prerequisite: Successful audition and Teacher

Recommendation

FINE ARTS—MUSIC

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HONORS SYMPHONIC ORCHESTRA

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12


2 semesters

Description:

String Orchestra meets daily, one day with

the winds and percussion players during

the marching season, and two days during

the concert band season. The Symphony

Orchestra curriculum includes both string

and full orchestra repertoire and students

from the orchestra are selected to play in

the pit orchestra for the spring musical as

well as chamber orchestra. All styles and

types of music are studied to assure a well-

rounded orchestral experience. The or-

chestra performs at various assemblies and

required concerts throughout the year.

Community service, outside concert at-

tendance, extended rehearsals, and OMEA

Adjudicated events are requirements for

this course. Private lessons are encouraged

for participation in Symphony.


Orchestra Director

PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12


week, 2 semesters

Description:

Philharmonic meets as a string orchestra

daily. The Philharmonic curriculum in-

cludes string orchestra repertoire and de-

veloping technical string playing skills.

All styles and types of music are studied

to assure a well-rounded orchestra expe-

rience. The orchestra performs at re-

quired concerts throughout the year. Solo

and ensemble participation as well as

private lessons are strongly encouraged.


Orchestra Director

FINE ARTS MUSIC

HONORS PERCUSSION

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12


2 semesters

Description:

It is mandatory for all members to participate

in Marching Band also. Students who plan to

participate in a Fall Sport should contact the

band director to see how accommodations

may be made. Students in Percussion Class

work to build high levels of musicianship and

employ advanced performance techniques.

The selection of music will be varied through-

out the year using all percussion instruments.

Music will include band arrangements, etudes,

solos, and ensembles. Percussion Class pre-

sents several formal concerts each year with

Concert Band and Wind Ensemble. Students

are required to participate in Solo and Ensem-

ble as well as pep band. At the conclusion of

the marching season, those students also par-

ticipating in Symphonic Orchestra will attend

Orchestra two times per week. Honors Percus-

sion is by audition only. Auditions occur in

Spring of the previous school year.



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MUSIC HISTORY

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12


one semester

Description:

Music history is the study of music in

western civilization. Students will expand

their musical understanding through an

exploration of composers, styles, social

and historical background. There is a

strong emphasis on detailed listening. The

course also provides a necessary back-

ground for those interested in music as a

career.

Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation

FINE ARTS—MUSIC

BEGINNING GUITAR

Grade Level : 9, 10, 11, 12



Description:

This course is designed for the student that

has a desire to learn basic guitar. Emphasis

will be placed on note and clef reading of

all six strings (not tab) as well as simple

chords. Having a guitar at home is very

helpful. Enrollment will be limited. Stu-

dents will learn how to play classical guitar

style.

Prerequisite: None

AP MUSIC THEORY



1 semester

Description:

The ultimate goal of an AP Music Theory

course is to develop a student’s ability to

recognize, understand, and describe the

basic materials and processes of music that

are heard or presented in a score . The

achievement of this goal may be best pro-

moted by integrated approaches to the stu-

dent’s development of:

aural, sight-singing, written, composi

tional and analytical skills through:

listening, performance, written, creative

and analytical exercises.


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FINE ARTS—VISUAL ARTS

AHS

Code

THS

Code Course

Level

Ability Grade Semester Credit Prerequisite

9111 9203 Drawing I N 9-12 1 1/2 None

9112 9202 Painting I N 9-12 1 1/2 None

9120 9104 Drawing and Painting II N 10-12 2 1 See Description

9130 9105 Drawing and Painting III N 11-12 2 1 See Description

9140 9119 AP Studio-Drawing AP 12 2 1 See Description

9211 9205 Ceramics I N 9-12 1 1/2 None

9212 9206 Sculpture I N 9-12 1 1/2 None

9220 9107 Sculpture and Ceramics II N 10-12 2 1 See Description

9230 9113 Sculpture and Ceramics III N 11-12 2 1 See Description

9240 9117 AP Studio-3D Design AP 12 2 1 See Description

9311 9108 Fundamentals of Darkroom Photography N 9-12 1 1/2 None

9312 9109 Fundamentals of Digital Photography N 9-12 1 1/2 None

9320 9121 Advanced Photo Design N 10-12 2 1 See Description

9411 9123 Fundamentals of Digital Imaging: Illustrator N 9-12 1 1/2 None

9412 9122 Fundamentals of Digital Imaging: Photoshop N 9-12 1 1/2 None

9420 9120 Advanced Digital Imaging N 10-12 2 1 See Description

9440 9118 AP Studio-2D Design Portfolio AP 12 2 1 See Description

9150 9200 AP Art History AP 11-12 2 1 See Description

NOTE TO ALL STUDENTS:

No matter what career you are planning, you can be certain your future employer will want you to be a person with a flexible attitude, good ideas and the ability to ex-

press them. It is extremely important to be able to write, speak clearly, and also think about the importance of being able to show someone what you mean with a small

sketch or drawing. Ask any adult if he/she has ever felt frustrated in communication by an inability to draw. Drawing and Painting can help you to acquire this very

basic and important skill. Try to include it somewhere in your four-year high school program.

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DRAWING I

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12


one semester

Description:

Drawing I is a semester hands on course to

improve student drawing skills. Students

will learn the basic elements and principles

of art and how to use them in creating effec-

tive compositions. Students will discover

how to draw from observation as well as

expand their creative and critical thinking

skills. Students will learn how to critique

both their own work as well as the work of

others. Besides creating art, they will also

be required to keep a sketchbook, turn in

homework, and participate in class discus-

sion.

Prerequisite: None

PAINTING I

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12


week, one semester

Description:

Painting I is a semester hands on course

to improve student painting skills. Stu-

dents will learn the basic elements and

principles of art and how to use them in

creating effective composi-

tions. Students will discover how to

draw from observation as well as ex-

pand their creative and critical thinking

skills. Students will learn how to cri-

tique both their own work as well as the

work of others. Besides creating art,

they will also be required to keep a

sketchbook, turn in homework, and par-

ticipate in class discussion.

Prerequisite: None

DRAWING AND PAINTING II



two semesters

Description:

Drawing and Painting II continues to build on

student skills and knowledge of a wide varie-

ty of techniques and materials. Students will

continue to develop their own artistic style,

creative self expression and knowledge of the

fundamentals. They will increase their study

of art history as they explore a variety of art-

ists and art movements throughout time. Af-

ter completing this course, students will be

prepared for a future in higher level art clas-

ses should they choose to continue on to

Drawing and Painting III. Student critiques

will be both verbal and written. They will

begin to work more independently. They

will still be required to keep a sketchbook,

turn in homework and participate in class dis-

cussion. Students may choose to purchase

additional supplies for this course.

Prerequisite: Drawing I and Painting I

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DRAWING AND PAINTING III

Grade Level: 11, 12


one semesters

Description:

In Drawing and Painting III, students will

begin to master their own artistic skill as

they work towards creating a cohesive

body of work. They will continue to build

on their knowledge of art history through

the examination of many different artists

and their styles. After completing this

course, students will be prepared for a fu-

ture in higher level art courses should they

decide to continue on into AP Art and/or

possible art at the college level. They will

continue to work more independently and

their projects will become more self-

directed. Student critique will be more

intense and frequent. They will still be

required to keep a sketchbook, turn in

homework and participate in class discus-

sion. Students may choose to purchase

additional supplies for this course.

Prerequisite: Drawing and Painting II

AP STUDIO DRAWING

Grade Level: 12


two semesters

Description:

The Drawing Portfolio is intended to address

a very broad interpretation of drawing issues

and media. Line quality, light and shade, ren-

dering of form, composition, surface manipu-

lation, the illusion of depth and mark-making

are drawing issues that can be addressed

through a variety of means, which could in-

clude painting, printmaking, mixed media,

etc. Abstract and observational works may

demonstrate drawing competence. The range

of marks used to make drawings, the ar-

rangement of those marks, and the materials

used to make the marks are endless. There is

no preferred (or unacceptable) style or con-

tent.

Any work submitted in the Drawing Portfo-

lio that incorporates digital or photographic

processes must address issues such as those

listed above. Using computer programs

merely to manipulate photographs through

filters, adjustments or special effects is not

appropriate for the Drawing Portfolio.


CERAMICS I

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12


week, one semester

Description:

If you enjoy working with your hands,

this class is for you.

You will learn basic clay and glazing

techniques for making a variety of

pieces. All of these will be used to pro-

duce a assortment of both additive and

subtractive sculpture. You will also be

exposed to the work of both modern and

historic artists.

Prerequisite: None

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SCULPTURE AND CERAMICS II



week, two semesters

Description:

Emphasis will be on self-expression and

interpreting what your art says about

who you are. You will be introduced to

the potters wheel and will be casting

your actual face in plaster. Metal work-

ing techniques, individual assemblages

and participation in team installations

are included in the course. We will ex-

amine the history of ceramics. In addi-

tion, you will have more individual

choice and independence in your work.

Prerequisite: Sculpture I and

Ceramics I

SCULPTURE AND CERAMICS III

Grade Level: 11, 12


week, two semesters

Description:

You will have the opportunity to ex-

pand your wheel work. You will add

to your metal working techniques with

enameling and will model and cast a

full portrait head. In general, you will

have a lot more freedom to choose

your own direction with materials and

subject matter. The historical dimen-

sion will include personal research in

areas related to your own style as well

as reviews of actual sculpture exhibits.

Prerequisite: Sculpture and

Ceramics II

SCULPTURE I

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12

Course Credit: 1/2 Credit, 5 periods/

week, one semester

Description:

If you enjoy working with your hands,

this class is for you.

You can expect to work with materials

including clay, pewter, plaster, paper,

cardboard, wire, and found objects. All

of these will be used to produce a assort-

ment of both additive and subtractive

sculpture. You will also be exposed to

the work of both modern and historic

artists.

Prerequisite: None


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FUNDAMENTALS OF DARKROOM

PHOTOGRAPHY

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12


one semester

Description:

In this class you will learn the basic skills

and techniques of photography. Students

will learn how to use the controls of their

SLR cameras to design photographic imag-

es that effectively communicate their ideas

and techniques for working in the darkroom

to create unique images. Students will also

learn some surprising and interesting things

about the history of photography. Students

should expect some personal expense in

order to participate in this course. Photog-

raphy requires a high level of maturity and

initiative because much of the work needs

to be done during daylight hours. Also hav-

ing access to transportation is an asset to

success. An SLR camera is required, either

film or digital.

Prerequisite: None

AP STUDIO ART: 3D DESIGN

Grade Level: 12


two semesters

Description:

This portfolio is intended to address sculp-

tural issues. Design involves purposeful de-

cision making about using the elements and

principles of art in an integrative way. In the

3-D Design Portfolio, students are asked to

demonstrate their understanding of design

principles as they relate to the integration of

depth and space, volume and surface.

The principles of design (unity/variety, bal-

ance, emphasis, contrast, rhythm, repetition,

proportion/scale, and occupied/unoccupied

space) can be articulated through the visual

elements (mass, volume, color/light, form,

plane, line, texture).

For this portfolio, students are asked to

demonstrate mastery of 3-D design through

any three-dimensional approach, including,

but not limited to, figurative ornonfigurative

sculpture, architectural models, metal work,

ceramics, glass work, installation, assem-

blage and 3-D fabric/fiber arts. There is no

preferred (or unacceptable) style or content.

Prerequisite: Sculpture and Ceramics III

and Teacher Recommendation

FUNDAMENTALS OF DIGITAL

PHOTOGRAPHY

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12


week, one semester

Description:

In this class you will learn the basic

skills and techniques of photography.

Students will learn how to use the con-

trols of their SLR cameras to design

photographic images that effectively

communicate their ideas and techniques

for working with computers to manipu-

late and fine tune their creations.

Students should expect some personal

expense in order to participate in this

course. Photography requires a high lev-

el of maturity and initiative because

much of the work needs to be done dur-

ing daylight hours. Also having access

to transportation is an asset to success.

An SLR camera is required, either film

or digital.

Prerequisite: None

FINE ARTS - VISUAL ART

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ADVANCED PHOTO DESIGN


Course Credit: 1 Credit, 5

periods/week, two semesters

Description:

This course will expand your

knowledge of the art of photography,

using both darkroom and digital tech-

niques. Using your SLR camera, you

will combine these skills with creative

ways to take, manipulate, and present

photographic images. Some of photog-

raphy’s greatest artists will also be

studied. Continue having fun with

your camera but expect to work hard

and purchase necessary supplies. Pho-

tography requires a high level of ma-

turity and initiative because much of

the work needs to be done during day-

light hours. Also having access to

transportation is an asset to success.

Prerequisite: Teacher Recommenda-

tion or Fundamentals of Darkroom

Photography and Fundamentals of

Digital Photography



IMAGING: ILLUSTRATOR

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12


week, one semester

Description:

Computers and technology are driving

nearly every aspect of our culture includ-

ing contemporary art. Students begin to

develop an understanding of the Ele-

ments of Art and Principles of Design

while gaining valuable experience work-

ing with computers. Students will focus

on learning bitmap image programs such

as Adobe Photoshop while learning how

to understand and expand on their crea-

tive skills. This an essential class for Art

majors to stay competitive and up to date

in the digital age.

Prerequisite: None


IMAGING: PHOTOSHOP

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12


week, one semester

Description:

Computers and technology are driving

nearly every aspect of our culture includ-

ing contemporary art. Students begin to

develop an understanding of the Ele-

ments of Art and Principles of Design

while gaining valuable experience work-

ing with computers. Students will focus

on learning vector image programs such

as Adobe Illustrator while learning how

to understand and expand on their crea-

tive skills. This is an essential class for

Art majors to stay competitive and up to

date in the digital age.

Prerequisite: None

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ADVANCED DIGITAL IMAGING



week, two semesters

Description:

An extension for the digital imaging

student. Using a variety of computer

based media, photography skills, and

other design media students will ex-

plore the elements and principles of vis-

ual design. Students will build upon

previously learned skills and be intro-

duced to new skills that will help them

to become more effective visual com-

municators and consumers.

Prerequisite: Fundamentals of Digital

Imaging: Illustrator and Fundamen-

tals of Digital Imaging: Photoshop

AP STUDIO ART: 2D DESIGN

Grade Level: 12


semesters

Description:

This portfolio is intended to address two-

dimensional (2-D) design issues. Design in-

volves purposeful decision making about how

to use the elements and principles of art in an

integrative way.

The principles of design (unity/variety, bal-

ance, emphasis, contrast, rhythm, repetition,

proportion/scale, figure/ground relationships)

can be articulated through the visual elements

(line, shape, color, value, texture, space). They

help guide artists in making decisions about

how to organize an image on a picture plane in

order to communicate content. Effective de-

sign is possible whether one uses representa-

tional or abstract approaches to art.

For this portfolio, students are asked to

demonstrate mastery of 2-D design through

any two-dimensional medium or process, in-

cluding, but not limited to, graphic design,

digital imaging, photography, collage, fabric

design, weaving, fashion design, fashion illus-

tration, painting and printmaking. Video clips,

DVDs, CDs and three-dimensional works may

not be submitted. However, still images from

videos or films are accepted.

Prerequisite: 2 Credits of Art and Teacher

Recommendation

AP ART HISTORY

Grade Level: 11, 12


semesters

Description:

The AP Art History course gives the serious

student the opportunity to explore the history

of art from ancient times to the present. The

visual language of humans illuminates each

age and culture more clearly than any other

form of communication. Through readings,

research, viewing images and videos, virtual

and real visits to art museums and galleries,

students will come to know the significant art-

ists and artworks from diverse historical and

cultural contexts. We will examine the devel-

opment of trends, movement, and events in art

and will see how they reflected or affected the

times in which they occurred. Writing skills

will be important in the description, analysis,

and comparison of these works. Students will

be asked to look, research, discuss, and write

about art in relation to such issues as patron-

age, gender, politics, religion, and ethnicity.

They will be expected, through carefully struc-

tured assignments, to exhibit an extensive

scholarship in conjunction with these experi-

ences in preparation for the AP Art History

exam

Prerequisite: History, Art or English


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FINE ARTS—THEATRE

AHS

Code

THS

Code Course Ability Level Grade Semester Credit Prerequisite

9810 1140 Introduction to Theatre N 9-12 2 1 None

9820 1240 Advanced Theatre Studio N 10-12 2 1 See Description

INTRODUCTION TO THEATRE

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12


Description:

The emphasis placed on theatre arts throughout history is the

focus of this course. Students will gain an appreciation for

theatre by studying specific histories and cultures, learning

and applying language and vocabulary specific to theatre arts,

and engaging in projects that ask the student to apply

knowledge in a creative way. Students will also have fun,

gain self-esteem and confidence, and be able to use their crea-

tivity in new and dynamic ways to tell stories of others and

themselves.

Prerequisite: None

ADVANCED THEATRE STUDIO

Grade Level : 10, 11, 12

Course Credit:1 Credit, 5 periods/week, two semesters

Description:

Students in the advanced theatre studio class will continue

their education of theatre by participating in units of study that

engage the learner in a variety of ways. Each unit allows the

student to grow as an artist by understanding how history, cul-

ture, and social issues affect dramatic texts. Students are also

asked to communicate their ideas through creative expression.

They will analyze and respond to a variety of literary and per-

formance based material. Students will continue to learn how

to value theatre through reflection. Lastly, students will con-

nect their learning by applying it to real world projects present-

ed to the public. This class is repeatable.

Prerequisite: Introduction to Theatre

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FOREIGN LANGUAGE

AHS

Code

THS

Code Course

Ability


•5140 •5161 Advanced French Civilization and Literature H 11-12 2 1 See Description

••5150 ••5160 Advanced French Conversation/Structure H 11-12 2 1 See Description

5210 5105 German I CP 9-12 2 1 See Description

5220 5106 German II CP 9-12 2 1 See Description

5230 5250 German III CP 10-12 2 1 See Description

•5240 •5261 Advanced German Civilization & Literature H 11-12 2 1 See Description

••5250 ••5260 Advanced German Conversation/Structure H 11-12 2 1 See Description

5310 5109 Spanish I CP 9-12 2 1 See Description

5320 5110 Spanish II CP 9-12 2 1 See Description

5330 5350 Spanish III CP 10-12 2 1 See Description

5340 5360 Advanced Spanish Conversation/Structure H 11-12 2 1 See Description

5350 5361 Advanced Spanish Civilization & Literature H 11-12 2 1 See Description

5410 5113 Latin I CP 9-12 2 1 See Description

5420 5114 Latin II CP 9-12 2 1 See Description

5430 5450 Latin III CP 10-12 2 1 See Description

•5440 •5460 Advanced Latin Civilization & Literature: Prose H 11-12 2 1 See Description

••5450 ••5460 Advanced Latin Civilization & Literature: Poetry H 11-12 2 1 See Description

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FOREIGN LANGUAGE

A NOTE TO STUDENTS: At all levels of study, the teacher uses the target language extensively and encourages the students to do so.

In addition, the teacher provides opportunities to communicate in the target language in meaningful and purposeful activities that simu-

late real-life situations. Activities that develop skills enable students to participate successfully. Activities in which they use their skills

predominate. Time devoted to listening, speaking, reading and writing is appropriate to course objectives and to the language skills of

students. Culture is systematically incorporated into instruction which enables students to develop positive attitudes toward cultural di-

versity.

The teacher uses explicit error correction in activities that focus on accuracy and implicit or no error correction in activities which focus

on communication. The teacher also establishes an effective climate in which the students feel comfortable taking risks.

Prerequisites: All first year foreign languages require a C+ average in College Prep or higher English, and/or a recommendation from the student’s

English teacher and a strong background in grammar. For a student to advance to the next year of a foreign language, the student must

have at least a C+ in the foreign language and the teacher’s recommendation.

To be successful in a foreign language, a student must be willing to study daily, complete daily homework assignments and memorize

vocabulary.

Course Offerings - Foreign Languages

Note: Foreign languages are taught sequentially. Students must complete each level with a passing grade of “C+” or better before enrol-

ling in the next level. Each course offers one credit. A student who has successfully completed level one in the middle school may en-

roll in level two in the 9th grade. Students should expect to have daily homework.

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FOREIGN LANGUAGE

Level I

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12


week, two semesters

Description:

In level I, the students are introduced

to culture, basic vocabulary, gram-

mar, and pronunciation, which are

keys to building a foundation in

reading and speaking. The curricu-

lum includes basic communicative

skills in listening, speaking, reading,

and writing. Recommended for 9th

grade students or older who read and

perform language arts skills on or

above grade level.

German I

Spanish I

Latin I

Prerequisite: English Teacher

Recommendation or Foreign Lan-

guage Department Chairperson

Level II

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12


week, two semesters

Description:

In level two, the students will contin-

ue to develop the skills learned in the

first year. The emphasis is on devel-

oping a broader range of vocabulary

and more complex sentence structure.

Students who have successfully com-

pleted level I or who have demon-

strated proficiency as determined

through a language proficiency test

or through teacher recommendation

are eligible to take this course.

German II

Spanish II

Latin II

Prerequisite: Level I and Teacher

Recommendation

Level III



semesters

Description:

Level three is recommended for students who

are motivated to move beyond the standard

levels of language learning. This year involves

extensive use of the language to further devel-

op skills in writing, reading, listening and

speaking. Students will be expected to use the

language and practice communicating in spo-

ken and written forms. Prerequisites are a suc-

cessful completion of “C+” or better in levels

one and two. This course is recommended for

college-bound students who plan to take uni-

versity placement tests in a foreign language.

Successful completion of this course is one of

the requirements for an Ohio Honors Diploma.

German III

Spanish III

Latin III

Prerequisite: Level II and Teacher

Recommendation

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FOREIGN LANGUAGE

Advanced languages are for students who are motivated to continue the study of languages. These honors courses are designed to help

prepare students for university placement tests. Many university foreign language departments offer placement test options for all stu-

dents which may allow them to test out of lower level language requirements and for which they may receive university credit.

(Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation.) College textbooks are used.

Advanced French Conversation and Structure (offered 2014-2015)

Advanced German Conversation and Structure (offered 2014-2015)

Advanced Spanish Civilization and Literature (offered yearly)

Advanced Latin Civilization and Literature: Poetry (offered 2014-2015)

Advanced French Civilization and Literature (offered 2013-2014)

Advanced German Civilization and Literature (offered 2013-2014)

Advanced Spanish Conversation and Structure (offered yearly)

Advanced Latin Civilization and Literature: Prose (offered 2013-2014)

Advanced Course Descriptions

Advanced French Conversation and Structure provides

greater opportunities for students to speak French and read ex-

cerpts from a wide variety of francophone authors and issues.

Students will broaden their vocabulary, do a comprehensive re-

view of grammar and increase their oral and written proficiency

in the language.

Advanced French Civilization and Literature provides students

with an in-depth view of France, its culture and civilization.

Students will explore milestone events in French history

and study excerpts from works of well-known authors and artists of

the time period. Grammar and vocabulary will be reinforced as

needed.

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FOREIGN LANGUAGE

Advanced Spanish Civilization

and Literature will emphasize the

analysis of Hispanic literature and art

with a focus on historical and cultural

background. Students will read well

known Spanish literature including

novels, short stories, plays and poems.

Advanced Spanish Conversation and

Structure provides students with an

opportunity to speak, read, and write in

Spanish as the class focuses on Spanish

media materials. Students will

systemically review grammar structures

and expand vocabulary to increase

effectiveness in communication

Advanced Latin Civilization and

Literature: Poetry will continue to

develop students’ skills through exposure

to authentic literature with an emphasis

on poetry. The curriculum includes sec-

tions of Vergil, Horace, Catullus, Ovid

and others.

Advanced Latin Civilization and

Literature: Prose continues to develop

students’ writing and reading skills

through exposure to authentic literature

with an emphasis on prose. The

curriculum includes selections of Caesar,

Cicero, Livy, Pliny, and others.

Advanced German Civilization and

Literature provides students with

opportunities to study current topics and

culture in German-speaking countries.

Students will read excerpts of plays and

literature from these countries. Radio

plays and films will be used to improve

their listening comprehension. A more

structured review of grammar will be

done throughout the year.

Advanced German Conversation and

Structure provides students with op-

portunities to develop all language

skills. Students will read and give re-

ports about historical events, music, and

literature that are being studied in class.

Students will concentrate on increasing

their oral and written proficiency in the

language.

Advanced Course Descriptions

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LANGUAGE ARTS

AHS

Code

THS

Code Course

Ability


1110 1100 English 9 Pre-AP H 9 2 1 See Description

1120 1101 English 9 College Prep CP 9 2 1 See Description

1130 1102 English 9 N 9 2 1 See Description

1210 1103 English 10 Pre-AP H 10 2 1 See Description



1310 1160 AP English: Language and Composition AP 11-12 2 1 See Description



1410 1113 AP English: Literature and Composition AP 12 2 1 See Description

1425 1114 English 12 College Prep CP 12 1 1/2 See Description

1435 1115 English 12 N 12 1 1/2 See Description

Selective Choices English 12

1521 1116 Banned Books N 12 1 1/2 None

1523 1118 The Literature, Art, & Changing Society: Vietnam and

the 60's N 12 1 1/2 None

1524 1119 Humor and Satire N 12 1 1/2 None

Language Arts Electives

1151 1122 Books: Personal Choices N 10-12 1 1/2 See Description

1362 1120 Creative Writing N 11-12 1 1/2 See Description

1371 1121 Modern Mass Media N 11-12 1 1/2 None

1290 1125 Journalism I N 10-12 2 1 See Description

1390 1126 Journalism II CP 11-12 2 1 See Description

1490 1127 Journalism III CP 12 2 1 See Description

1457 1150 Broadcast Journalism N 11-12 1 1/2 See Description

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LANGUAGE ARTS

All of the required Language Arts courses are designed around high-quality literary and informational texts to develop the skills in reading,

writing, speaking and listening that are the foundation for creative and purposeful expression in language. Emphasis will be placed on

close, attentive, and critical reading to tackle complex texts and evaluate intricate arguments. Student writing will be developed as a means

of asserting and defending claims, demonstrating what the students know, and conveying what they have thought, felt, or experienced.

Each grade level addresses the English Language Arts standards by concentrating on literature of a specific thematic orientation or national

origin. The course options available under each grade heading are designed to address the needs of students according to ability level.

ENGLISH 9

Each of the English 9 course offerings is a survey of various literary genres, time periods, and national origins.

ENGLISH 9 PRE-AP

Grade Level: 9


two semesters

Description:

This course is designed for freshmen who

are reading significantly above grade level

and who demonstrate a strong interest in

English.

This course is designed to prepare students

for AP courses at the 11th and 12th grades.


ENGLISH 9 COLLEGE PREP

Grade Level: 9


two semesters

Description:


are reading at or near grade level.


ENGLISH 9

Grade Level: 9


two semesters

Description:


are reading below grade level.


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LANGUAGE ARTS

ENGLISH 10

Each of the English 10 course offerings is a survey of American Literature.

ENGLISH 10 PRE-AP

Grade Level: 10


two semesters

Description:

This course is designed for students who

are reading significantly above grade level

and who demonstrate a strong interest in

English.

This course is designed to prepare students

for AP courses at the 11th and 12th grades.



Grade Level: 10


week, two semesters

Description:

This course is designed for students

who are reading at or near grade level.


ENGLISH 10

Grade Level: 10


week, two semesters

Description:




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LANGUAGE ARTS

ENGLISH 11

Each of the English 11 course offerings is a survey of combined British and World Literature.

AP ENGLISH: LANGUAGE AND

COMPOSITION

Grade Level: 11, 12


two semesters

Description:

This course is designed for honors level

students with superior reading ability and

strong analytical skills. Although contain-

ing a few major literary works, most of

the texts will be short informational and

argumentative pieces as the course con-

centrates on the analysis of rhetorical form

and strategies. This course is of particular

value for students seeking advanced place-

ment in college.



Grade Level: 11


week, two semesters

Description:


are reading at or near grade level.


ENGLISH 11

Grade Level: 11


two semesters

Description:




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LANGUAGE ARTS

AP ENGLISH: LITERATURE AND COMPOSITION Grade Level: 12


Description:

This course is offered to honors level seniors who have su-

perior ability and interest in literature and composi-

tion. Students will study significant literature from major

world and American authors – everything from classical

Greek tragedy and Elizabethan drama to modern poets and

prose writers. This course is of particular value for students

seeking advanced placement in college.


AP ENGLISH: LANGUAGE AND COMPOSITION

Grade Level: 12


Description:

Students who did not take this course in the 11th grade

may opt to take it their senior year to fulfill their 12th

grade English requirement. The course is designed for

honors-level students with superior reading ability and

strong analytical skills. Although containing a few major

literary works, most of the texts will be short informational

and argumentative pieces as the course concentrates on the

analysis of rhetorical form and strategies. This course is of

particular value for students seeking advanced placement

in college.


ENGLISH 12

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LANGUAGE ARTS

ENGLISH 12A COLLEGE PREP

Grade Level: 12



Description:

This course is designed for students read-

ing at or near grade level.


ENGLISH 12A

Grade Level: 12



Description:

This course is designed for students reading

below grade level.


ENGLISH 12 A

For students not taking one of the AP offerings, English 12 is divided into two, one-semester courses: ENGLISH 12A and ENGLISH 12B.

English 12A is a semester-long required course designed around World Literature.

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ENGLISH 12B

Each of these courses focuses on a specific literary theme and is designed to accommodate students of varying reading abilities. Each of

these courses will also contain an interpersonal communication (Speech) component intended to assist students in being successful in college

and the workplace. Students may choose any one of these three courses to fulfill the other half of their 12th grade English requirement.

Banned Books

Grade Level: 12



Description:

We can learn a lot about a society by

what it approves and makes popular,

and we can learn just as much by look-

ing at what it rejects. This course, made

up of some of the most frequently chal-

lenged and banned books in the United

States over the past decade, will exam-

ine both the issues that have made these

works notorious and the qualities that

have led so many people to champion

them. The course may focus on one or

more of the four grounds for banning:

political, religious, sexual, and social.

Since students will deal with mature

issues such as adult language, sexual

content, and violence, parental consent

is required.

Prerequisite: None

The Literature, Art, and a Changing

Society: Vietnam and the 60’s

Grade Level: 12



Description:

Everyone knows that literature and the

arts reflect the time and place in which

they were created. In the United States

during the past fifty years, there has been

no more tumultuous time than the Vi-

etnam War era. American society was

rocked by the conflict, and the arts – lit-

erature, music, film, visual media – cap-

tured the turmoil. This course will exam-

ine the social and political context of the

Vietnam War and explore its impact on

American culture and the literature and

artistic media that reflect it.

Prerequisite: None

Humor and Satire

Grade Level: 12


week, one semester

Description:

What makes something funny? We

mock; we parody; we poke fun. Humor is

an essential part of being human. How

do humor and satire play a role in reveal-

ing cultural, political, and personal

truths? This course will examine the role

of humor and satire in unmasking the idi-

osyncrasies of humans and the institu-

tions they create. The course will consist

of the analysis of humor in literature and

other forms of popular media.

Prerequisite: None

LANGUAGE ARTS

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LANGUAGE ARTS

The following elective courses, intended to further expand students’ opportunities are also available. Students are encouraged

to take any of these courses in addition to their year-long English course.

LANGUAGE ARTS ELECTIVES

BOOKS: PERSONAL CHOICES



week, one semester

Description:

Designed for tenth, eleventh, or twelfth

graders, this course is for students who

have a love of reading but find they are

unable to read on a regular basis be-

cause of time restraints and academic

limitations. Students will read self-

selected books, participate in discus-

sions and write response journals to re-

flect upon theme, plot, and characteriza-

tion. This elective course does not fulfill

the English credit requirement for grad-

uation.


CREATIVE WRITING

Grade Level: 11, 12


week, one semester

Description:

This course is intended for students in-

terested in learning techniques and skills

to produce creative writing. It should al-

so help students develop sensitivity to

their surroundings, to understand the mo-

tivations of human nature, and to evalu-

ate their own life experiences. Students

will be encouraged to express their ideas

and observations and develop their own

personal style. They will become famil-

iar with and attempt to produce a variety

of written forms which may include, but

are not limited to, narration, description,

short story, mood piece, creative essay,

drama and poetry. This elective course

does not fulfill the English credit re-

quirement for graduation.


MODERN MASS MEDIA

Grade Level: 11, 12


week, one semester

Description:

This elective course will include an

analysis of various media such as

newspapers, Internet, magazines, ra-

dio, television and film. Students will

understand the importance of media

literacy, analyze changes in media, and

become aware of the influence and

control which modern media has over

the American public. Debating, dis-

cussion, videotaping, television view-

ing, movie reviewing, and analyzing

advertising techniques are included in

this course of study. This elective

does not fulfill the English credit re-


Prerequisite: None

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LANGUAGE ARTS

The following elective courses, intended to further expand students’ opportunities are also available. Students are encouraged

to take any of these courses in addition to their year-long English course.

LANGUAGE ARTS ELECTIVES

JOURNALISM I




Description:

This course will explore the

techniques used in print me-

dia. Students will learn and

apply journalistic writing

styles, desktop publishing,

design and advertising

(selling ads required). Alt-

hough the yearbook and

newspaper will still be extra-

curricular activities, students

will be working on both

school publications as part of

this course. Students taking

this course should have

strong writing skills. This

elective course does not ful-

fill the English credit re-


Prerequisite: Teacher

Recommendation

JOURNALISM II

Grade Level: 11, 12



Description:

Those students who wish to ex-

tend their experience and

knowledge by continuing their

work on school publications

will have the opportunity to do

so in this class. Further explo-

ration of advertising (selling

ads), ethics, power and respon-

sibility of the press as well as

the role of editor will be part of

this course. Making decisions

on the news, researching, re-

porting and editorially serving

school and community through

written publications will be ex-

plored. This elective course

does not fulfill the English

credit requirement for gradua-

tion.

Prerequisite: Journalism I and


JOURNALISM III

Grade Level: 12



Description:

This class is designed for stu-

dents who have successfully

completed Journalism I and II.

Students will continue to ex-

plore advertising (selling ads),

ethics, power and responsibility

of the press and the role of the

editor by taking a strong leader-

ship position over the publica-

tion. Editing and finalizing de-

cisions on the news, research-

ing and reporting are required.

This elective course does not

fulfill the English credit re-


Prerequisite: Journalism I /

Journalism II and Teacher

Recommendation

BROADCAST

JOURNALISM

Grade Level: 11, 12


periods/week one semester

Description:

This course is designed for stu-

dents interested in studying the

essentials of audio/video broad-

casting and video production.

Students in this class will study

and have practical experience in

various areas of broadcast jour-

nalism including planning, film-

ing, interviewing, reporting, an-

choring, editing, and production.

Students will receive both behind

-the-scenes and in front of the

camera or microphone experi-

ence. This elective course does

not fulfill the English credit re-


Prerequisite: Modern Mass

Media and Teacher Recommen-

dation

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MATHEMATICS

All math classes require the recommendation of the student’s current math teacher.

CALCULATORS: Students taking four years of high school mathematics should own a graphing calculator with matrix and statis-

tics capability. Graphing calculators are required in all math classes. The TI-83+ or TI-84 is strongly recommended.

AHS

Code

THS

Code Course

Ability


2120 2400 CCSS Math I CP 9 2 1 See Description

2210 2200 Geometry H 9-10 2 1 See Description

2220 2106 Geometry CP 9-10 2 1 See Description

2330 2501 Geometry G 10 2 1 See Description

2310 2300 Algebra II H 9-11 2 1 See Description

2320 2110 Algebra II CP 10-11 2 1 See Description

2330 2502 Algebra II G 11 2 1 See Description

2410 2112 Precalculus H 10-12 2 1 See Description

2510 2113 AP Calculus AB AP 11-12 2 1 See Description

2710 2991 AP Calculus BC AP 12 2 1 See Description

2610 2990 AP Statistics AP 10-12 2 1 See Description

2420 2114 Trigonometry with Functions CP 11-12 2 1 See Description

2520 2503 Advanced Mathematics H 10-12 2 1 See Description

2430 2504 Mathematical Modeling N 12 2 1 See Description

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MATHEMATICS

CCSS MATH I

Grade Level: 9


week, two semesters

Description:

The focus of Mathematics I is to formal-

ize and extend the mathematics that stu-

dents learned in the middle grades. The

critical areas deepen and extend under-

standing of linear relationships, in part

by contrasting them with exponential

phenomena, and in part by applying line-

ar models to data that exhibit a linear

trend. Mathematics 1 uses properties and

theorems involving congruent figures

and transformations of figures to deepen

and extend understanding of geometric

knowledge from prior grades. Defini-

tions of terms from geometry will be ex-

plored. The final unit in the course ties

together the algebraic and geometric ide-

as studied through statistics.

Prerequisite: None

HONORS GEOMETRY

COLLEGE PREP GEOMETRY

Grade Level: 9, 10


week, two semesters

Description:

Geometry is the study of shapes, their

properties and relationships. Topics in-

clude patterns, shapes in space, transfor-

mations, measurement, logic, elemen-

tary trigonometry, and geometric, alge-

braic, coordinate and paragraph proofs.

This course is the second course in the

CP Mathematics sequence.

Prerequisite: Algebra I /Teacher Rec-

ommendation

GEOMETRY (G)

Grade Level: 10


two semesters

Description:

This course will provide students with a

solid understanding of geometric con-

cepts and skills, as well as prepare stu-

dents for the Ohio Graduation Test.

Along with geometric topics, the course

will focus on the 10th grade benchmarks

as outlined in the Ohio Academic Content

Standards. Topics include similarity and

congruence, indirect measurement, char-

acteristics and properties of geometric

figures, inductive and deductive reason-

ing, transformational geometry, measures

of center and spread, and other topics.


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MATHEMATICS

ALGEBRA II (G)

Grade Level: 11


week, two semesters

Description:

Topics in this course include work

with systems of equations, non-linear

functions, polynomials, matrices, right

triangle trigonometry, and families of

functions, along with additional top-

ics.

Prerequisite: Geometry / Teacher

Recommendation

HONORS ALGEBRA II



week, two semesters

COLLEGE PREP ALGEBRA II



week, two semesters

Description:

Topics include patterns and properties

of numbers, linear equations and ine-

qualities, quadratic equations and re-

lations, functions and graphs, polyno-

mials, matrices, real and complex

number systems, exponential and log-

arithmic functions, direct and indirect

variations, rational expressions and

equations, conic sections. The Hon-

ors course will contain in-depth study

and many applications of the above

topics.

Prerequisite: Geometry / Teacher

Recommendation

HONORS PRECALCULUS



week, two semesters

Description:

This course will prepare the ad-

vanced math student for Calculus.

This year-long course is designed for

the superior math student who plans

to pursue a math-oriented career in

math, business, engineering, or sci-

ence. Topics include functions and

their graphs, polynomial and rational

functions, exponential and logarith-

mic functions, trigonometry, analytic

trigonometry and applications, sys-

tems of equations and inequalities,

matrices and determinants, analytic

geometry, polar coordinates, and

parametric equations.

Prerequisite: Algebra II (Honors)/


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MATHEMATICS

AP CALCULUS AB

Grade Level: 11, 12


two semesters

Description:

Calculus is a one-year, Advanced Place-

ment course for the college-bound honors

student. Topics include rates of change,

derivatives, curve sketching, maxima and

minima, definition of integrals, integrals,

and applications of integration. The

course is a preparation for the AB Ad-

vanced Placement Calculus examination.

Prerequisite: Precalculus / Teacher Rec-

ommendation

AP CALCULUS BC

Grade Level: 12


week, two semesters

Description:

Calculus BC is a full-year course in the

calculus of functions of a single variable.

It includes all topics taught in Calculus

AB plus additional topics such as arc

length, techniques of integration, se-

quences, series, vector-valued functions,

and polar coordinates. A Calculus AB

sub-score is reported based on perfor-

mance on the portion of the Calculus BC

Exam devoted to Calculus AB topics.

Prerequisite: Precalculus / Teacher

Recommendation

AP STATISTICS



week, two semesters

Description:

AP Statistics focuses on the study of

probability and statistics, both de-

scriptive and inferential. The course

emphasizes analysis and interpretation

more than computation. The course

consists of four main strands: (1) Ex-

ploring Data: Describing patterns and

departures from patterns, (2) Sam-

pling and Experimentation: Planning

and conducting a study, (3) Anticipat-

ing Patterns: Exploring random phe-

nomena using probability and simula-

tion, (4). Statistical Inference: Esti-

mating population parameters and

testing hypotheses.


Recommendation

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MATHEMATICS

TRIGONOMETRY WITH

FUNCTIONS (CP)

Grade Level: 11, 12


week, two semesters

Description:

This course is designed for the col-

lege-bound student who needs a

strong math background and may

take Calculus. Topics include ad-

vanced equation solving, functions

and their graphs, polynomial and

rational functions, trigonometry,

analytic trigonometry and applica-

tions, complex numbers, exponen-

tial and logarithmic functions, and

polar coordinates.

Prerequisite: Algebra II (Honors or

CP) / Teacher Recommendation

HONORS ADVANCED

MATHEMATICS


Course Credit:1 Credit, 5 periods/

week, two semesters

Description:

Advanced Mathematics is an hon-

ors course offered to sophomores,

juniors and seniors. Students must

have solid critical thinking skills to

be successful in this course. The

course will cover topics in discrete

mathematics, probability, descrip-

tive and inferential statistics. In

addition, students will learn to use

Microsoft Excel to conduct statisti-

cal simulations and model basic

personal finance problems.

Prerequisite: Geometry or Pre

Calc. or Trig. with Functions /


MATHEMATICAL

MODELING

Grade Level: 12


two semesters

Description:

Mathematical Modeling is a senior level

course that will complete some topics from

Algebra II, along with other topics that fo-

cus on the applications and connections of

previously learned topics. The course will

include the use of technology to solve

mathematical problems, applications of lin-

ear and non-linear functions, statistical

modeling, financial literacy, project based

applications and other topics.


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MATHEMATICS

SUGGESTED MATHEMATICS COURSE SEQUENCE

9th 10th 11th 12th

College -bound Prepara-

tion for 2 or 4 year Col-

lege

CP Math I Geometry (G) Algebra II (G ) Mathematical Modeling

Geometry (CP) Algebra II (CP) Trig with Functions

College-bound above aver-

age math ability CP Math I

Geometry (H)

Geometry (CP)

Algebra II (CP)

Trig with Functions

Precalculus (H)

AP Statistics (AP)

College-bound accelerated

program Geometry (H) Algebra II (H) Trig with Functions Advanced Math (H)

Algebra II (H) Precalculus (H) Precalculus (H) AP Calculus AB (AP)

Advanced Math AP Statistics (AP)

Advanced Math (H) AP Calculus BC (AP)

AP Calculus AB (AP) AP Statistics (AP)

Students planning to continue their education after high school are urged to take a math class their senior year.

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PHYSICAL EDUCATION

AHS

Code

THS

Code Course

Ability


0121 0102 Health N 9-12 1 1/2 None

0231 0103 Physical Education I N 9-12 1 1/4 None

0232 0104 Physical Education II N 10-12 1 1/4 See Description

0251 0107 Aquatic Activities and Lifeguarding N 10-12 1 1/4 See Description

0261 0108 Fitness N 10-12 1 1/4 See Description

0271 0109 Dance and Creative Movement N 10-12 1 1/4 See Description

HEALTH

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12



Description:

The content of this class includes

a study of family life, drugs, al-

cohol, tobacco, diseases, mental

health, sexuality and STD’s,

safety, nutrition, and CPR.

This course is required for all

students.

Prerequisite: None

PHYSICAL EDUCATION I

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12

Course Credit: ¼ Credit, 5 periods/week,

one semesters

Description:

This course gives students the opportunity to

participate in a variety of individual, team

and lifelong sports, as well as learn physical

fitness activities. Students will engage in

physical activities that promote skill enhance-

ment, goal setting and lifelong enjoyment.

Students will learn to work with others in au-

thentic physical activity to achieve a common

goal, and learn cooperation and sportsman-

ship concepts. This course is required for all

students and is a prerequisite for all other

physical education courses.

Prerequisite: None

PHYSICAL EDUCATION II


Course Credit: ¼ Credit, 5 periods/week, one

semester

Description:

This course continues the units covered in PE I,

including individual, team and lifelong sports and

personal fitness. Students will also analyze fitness

data to self assess and modify a personal fitness

program, demonstrate motor skills and movements

of the body through a variety of physical activi-

ties, apply knowledge of tactical concepts and

strategies for a variety of team and individual

sports, and recognize that physical activities can

provide a positive social atmosphere for interac-

tion with others.

Prerequisite: Physical Education I

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PHYSICAL EDUCATION

AQUATIC ACTIVITIES AND

LIFEGUARDING


Course Credit: ¼ Credit, 5 periods/week, one

semester

Description:

Instruction will be given in swimming tech-

niques, water safety instructor aide skills, condi-

tioning, survival skills and various aquatic games

and activities. This course will teach students the

skills necessary to save their own life and the

lives of others. Techniques for lifeguarding at

pools will also be taught. Students age 15 and

above meeting Red Cross standards will be rec-

ommended for certification. Students may re-

ceive school credit without receiving Red Cross

certification.

Prerequisite: Physical Education I and Teacher

Recommendation

FITNESS


Course Credit: ¼ Credit, 5 periods/

week, one semester

Description:

This class is designed for students who

are interested in becoming physically

fit. Basic concepts pertaining to proper

health will be covered with an emphasis

on active participation. Exercise, prop-

er nutrition, weight control, and cardio-

vascular development will be studied.

A physical fitness evaluation will be

given to each student and a program

will be developed to satisfy individual

needs and goals.


DANCE AND CREATIVE

MOVEMENT

Grade Level ; 10, 11, 12

Course Credit ; ¼ Credit, 5 periods/

week, one semester

Description:

Basic dance steps will be explored and

may include, but are not limited to the

following: ballet, tap, modern, jazz, aero-

bic, tinikling, folk, square, yoga and

pilates, line, decades and creative dance.

Students do not need to be experienced in

any phase of dance but will be required

to choreograph dance routines.


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SCIENCE

AHS

Code

THS

Code Course

Ability


3110 3214 Honors Biology H 9 2 1 See Description

3120 3212 College Prep Biology CP 9 2 1 See Description

3130 3211 Life Science G 9 2 1 See Description

3210 3233 Honors Chemistry H 10 2 1 See Description

3220 3222 College Prep Physical Science CP 10 2 1 See Description

3230 3221 Physical Science G 10 2 1 See Description

3310 3215 AP Biology AP 11-12 2 1 See Description

3310 3216 AP Biology Lab AP 11-12 2 1/2 See Description

3320 3232 College Prep Chemistry CP 11-12 2 1 See Description

3330 3251 Earth Science G 11 2 1 See Description

3410 3243 Honors Physics H 11-12 2 1 See Description

3420 3242 College Prep Physics CP 11-12 2 1 See Description

3510 3244 AP Physics AP 11-12 2 1 See Description

3511 3245 AP Physics Lab AP 11-12 2 1/2 See Description

3520 3263 Environmental Science CP 11-12 2 1 See Description

3610 3234 AP Chemistry AP 11-12 2 1 See Description

3611 3235 AP Chemistry Lab AP 11-12 2 1/2 See Description

3620 3262 Anatomy and Physiology CP 11-12 2 1 See Description

3720 3261 Nutritional Biochemistry CP 11-12 2 1 See Description

3820 3264 Engineering Your Future CP 11-12 2 1 See Description

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SCIENCE

HONORS BIOLOGY

Grade Level: 9



Description:

This is a fast-paced course that requires

students to use critical thinking skills

and apply them to classroom activities,

lab experiences, and discussions of cur-

rent events. This is an introductory

course in biology that will cover topics

such as the cell structure and function,

genetics, classification, diversity of life

and selected topics in earth science. Stu-

dents may be required to participate in

the district science fair or complete an

equivalent project.


COLLEGE PREP BIOLOGY

Grade Level: 9


week, two semesters

Description:

This course is a survey course in biolo-

gy for freshman. Students will focus on

several areas of biology including the

cell and its functions, biochemistry, ge-

netics, ecology, weather and current

events in biology. In addition to class

readings and discussions, students will

participate in a variety of labs and other

hands-on activities in order to gain

knowledge of these subject areas.


LIFE SCIENCE

Grade Level: 9


week, two semesters

Description:

This is the first course in a series of life

science, physical science and earth sci-

ence. This course will explore many

aspects of the living world. The course

is aligned with the State Content Stand-

ards in preparation for the Ohio Gradua-

tion Test. Emphasis will be placed on

laboratory experiences and on reading

and writing skills in connection with

science.


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SCIENCE

HONORS CHEMISTRY

Grade Level: 10



Description:

This is an advanced level first-year chem-

istry course for able science students.

Topics include identification of elements,

compounds and mixtures, metric system,

density, writing of chemical formulas and

equations, stoichiometry, energy changes,

gas laws, Periodic Law, chemical bond-

ing, relationships between phases of mat-

ter, water solutions, ionization, acids, ba-

ses, and salts. The course will emphasize

college laboratory experiments, critical

thinking, and problem solving. A strong

background in Honors Algebra I is essen-

tial.


COLLEGE PREP PHYSICAL

SCIENCE

Grade Level: 10



Description:

A college preparatory course intended

for sophomores. This course is an

overview of the physical sciences:

chemistry, physics, and earth and

space science. Topics studied will

include chemical elements, the Peri-

odic Table, Newtonian physics, and

wave characteristics. This course is

intended to provide students with the

information and lab experiences in

order to be successful on the Ohio

Graduation Test.


Recommendation and Biology (CP)

or Teacher Recommendation

PHYSICAL SCIENCE (G)

Grade Level: 10



Description:

This is the second course in a series

of life science, physical science and

earth science. This course will ex-

plore many aspects of the physical

world. This course is aligned with

the State Content Standards in prep-

aration for the Ohio Graduation

Test. Emphasis will be placed on

the laboratory experiences and on

reading and writing skills in connec-

tion with science.


Recommendation

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SCIENCE

AP BIOLOGY

Grade Level: 11, 12



AP BIOLOGY LAB

Grade Level: 11, 12

Course Credit: ½ Credits, 2 ½


Description:

AP Biology is equivalent to an introducto-

ry collegiate general biology course and is

designed for those students who have a

strong interest in the life sciences. This

course includes advanced instruction of

topics covered in Biology such as basic

chemistry, cellular structure and function,

genetics, evolution, ecology, and classifi-

cation. New topics include organic chem-

istry, membrane structure and function,

molecular genetics and human biology.

The goal of this course is to prepare stu-

dents to take the Advanced Placement Bi-

ology test. Students are required to attend

and complete the necessary lab compo-

nents of the course.


and Biology (CP), Chemistry CP

COLLEGE PREP CHEMISTRY

Grade Level: 11, 12



Description:

This is a course for the college-bound

student covering basic chemical theory

and laboratory theory. Chemistry is the

study of the composition of our world

from sugar and baking soda to propane

and water. Topics covered include: ele-

ments, compounds, mixtures, chemical

formulas and equations, energy chang-

es, Periodic Law, chemical bonding,

acids, bases and salts.


and Algebra I, Geometry

EARTH SCIENCE

Grade Level: 11, 12



Description:

This is the third course in a series of life

science, physical, and earth science

courses. This course will explore a full

range of topics in earth science. Em-

phasis will be placed on laboratory ex-

periences and on reading and writing

skills in connection with science.


and Physical Science

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SCIENCE

HONORS PHYSICS

Grade Level: 11, 12



Description:

Designed as a course in introductory

physics for college-bound students

who have either a good mathematics

aptitude and will take a physics

course in college (includes all engi-

neering, architecture, physics, chem-

istry, and health science majors).

Topics studied include a basic under-

standing of motion, force, the princi-

ples of work, energy and momentum,

sound, light, atomic and nuclear

physics, electricity and magnetism.


Recommendation and Chemistry

(CP) co-requirement Honors

Algebra II

COLLEGE PREP PHYSICS

Grade Level: 11, 12



Description:

Designed as an overview of physics with

less emphasis on mathematics than Honors

Physics. A solid foundation in Algebra and

strong graphing skills are necessary. Topics

studied include a basic understanding of mo-

tion, forces, principles of work, energy and

momentum, sound, light, atomic and nuclear

physics, electricity and magnetism.

Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation and

Algebra II

AP PHYSICS

Grade Level: 11, 12



AP PHYSICS LAB

Grade Level: 11,12

Course Credit: ½ Credit, 2 ½


Description:

AP Physics is equivalent to an introductory

collegiate physics course and is designed

for students with a special interest in sci-

ence and engineering. It provides for ad-

vanced study of mechanics, sound, light,

electricity and magnetism, and nuclear

physics studies in Honors Physics. New

topics include fluids, heat, and thermody-

namics. A major project is required. This

course will prepare students for the Ad-

vanced Placement Physics B or the Me-

chanics Physics C Exam depending on the

student’s needs. Students are required to

attend and complete the necessary lab com-

ponents of the course. Students should ex-

pect more rigorous labs than in Honors

Physics.


and Honors Physics

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SCIENCE

ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE

Grade Level: 11, 12



Description:

This course is an in-depth study of the

relationship between humans and the en-

vironment in which we live. Students

will study the use of natural resources,

determine the impact of Human activities

on our world, and develop strategies for

restoring and protecting aquatic and ter-

restrial ecosystems. Students will study

issues such as pollution, climate change,

sustainable development, and others

through classroom and field labs as well

as long term projects.


Recommendation and

Biology CP and

Chemistry CP/Physics CP or

Earth Science

AP CHEMISTRY

Grade Level: 11, 12


two semesters

AP CHEMISTRY LAB

Grade Level: 11, 12

Course Credit: ½ Credit, 2 ½ periods/week,

two semesters

Description:

AP Chemistry is equivalent to an introductory

collegiate general chemistry course and is de-

signed to enable students to be successful on

the Advanced Placement Examination in

Chemistry at the end of the year. Students

should expect extensive writing assignments

and labs, and more rigorous mathematical

treatment of topics than in the first-year chem-

istry course. Many topics from the first-year

chemistry course will be studied in more

depth. New topics will include reaction kinet-

ics, electrochemistry, non-ideal equilibria,

complex equilibria, and thermodynamics.

Students are required to attend and complete

the necessary lab components of the course.


Recommendation and Algebra II, Biology

CP/Chemistry CP

ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY

Grade Level: 11, 12



Description:

This course centers on the study of

anatomy (structure) and physiology

(function) of the human body. All of

the major systems of the human body

will be studied from the chemical level

to the system level. Investigations will

include use of computer technology,

laboratory work, dissections, and pro-

jects.


Recommendation and Biology CP and

Chemistry CP/Physics CP or Earth

Science

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SCIENCE

NUTRITIONAL BIOCHEMISTRY

Grade Level: 11, 12


Description:

This course will provide students opportunities to study the

chemical and biological effects of nutrition on the body as it

relates to everyday life. Learning activities will also address

specific lifestyle options such as athletics, vegetarianism and

medical issues such as diabetes. Classroom work will engage

students in a variety of independent and cooperative activities

including research, case studies and lab experiences.


Recommendation and Chemistry CP

ENGINEERING YOUR FUTURE

Grade Level: 11, 12


Description:

This course is designed to introduce the field of engineer-

ing and engineering technology allowing students to ex-

plore technology systems and design processes. Students

will use math, science, technology, and writing to solve

engineering problems. The course is primarily project-

based and requires substantial participation by all stu-

dents. The course also emphasizes team work, oral and

written communication, and the impact technology has on

society. This course relies heavily on curriculum proposed

by the engineering consortium, Engineering Your Future ,

maintained by the University of Cincinnati. Many of the

lecture components of this course are provided by the

University of Cincinnati. Students also have an opportuni-

ty to earn 2 semester hours of dual credit at a discounted

rate through the University of Cincinnati.

Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation (TR) and

Geometry

Concurrent: requisite Chemistry or above, Algebra II or

above

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SCIENCE

SUGGESTED SCIENCE COURSE SEQUENCE

9th 10th 11th 12th

College -bound Preparation

for 4 year College

Life Science

Biology CP

Physical Science G

Physical Science CP

Earth Science

Chemistry CP

Physics CP

Physics CP

Chemistry CP

College-bound above aver-

age math and science ability

Honors Biology Honors Chemistry Honors Physics

AP Chemistry

AP Biology

AP Physics

AP Chemistry

Honors Physics

AP Biology

Electives Environmental Science

Anatomy & Physiology

Nutritional Biochemistry

Engineering Your Future

Environmental Science

Anatomy & Physiology

Nutritional Biochemistry

Engineering Your Future

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SOCIAL STUDIES

AHS

Code

THS

Code Course

Ability


4110 4100 AP Human Geography AP 9 2 1 See Description

4120 4102 Modern World History N 9 2 1 See Description

4210 4106 AP United States History AP 10-12 2 1 See Description

4220 4104 Modern United States History N 10 2 1 See Description

4310 4103 AP European History AP 11-12 2 1 See Description

4321 4130 Iconic Leaders N 11-12 1 1/2 See Description

4322 4131 Iconic Legends N 11-12 1 1/2 See Description

4323 4132 Ancient Civilizations: The Pharaohs—Alexander the

Great N 11-12 1 1/2 See Description

4324 4133 Ancient Civilizations: Julius Caesar—Leonardo da Vinci N 11-12 1 1/2 See Description

4411 4400 AP U.S. Government & Politics AP 12 1 1/2 See Description

4421 4111 American Government N 12 1 1/2 See Description

4510 4129 AP Psychology AP 11-12 2 1 See Description

4461 4118 Social Psychology N 11-12 1 1/2 See Description

4571 4121 AP Macroeconomics AP 11-12 1 1/2 See Description

4477 4120 Economics N 11-12 1 1/2 See Description

4451 4117 National Issues N 11-12 1 1/2 See Description

4481 4115 Sociology N 11-12 1 1/2 See Description

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SOCIAL STUDIES

AP HUMAN GEOGRAPHY

Grade Level: 9


Description:

The purpose of the AP Human Geography is to introduce students

to the skills and rigor of Advanced Placement. AP Human Geog-

raphy will introduce students to the systematic study of patterns

and processes that have shaped human understanding, use, and

alteration of Earth’s surface. Students employ spatial concepts

and landscape analysis to examine human social organization and

its environmental consequences.

Students will also learn about the methods and tools geographers

use in their science and practice. On successful completion of the

course, students should have developed skills that enable them to:

Use and think about maps and spatial data

Understand and interpret the implications of associations

among phenomena in places

Recognize and interpret at different scales the relationships

among patterns and processes

Define regions and evaluate the regionalization process

Characterize and analyze changing interconnections among

places


MODERN WORLD HISTORY

Grade Level: 9

Course Credit 1 Credit, 5 periods/week, two semesters

Description:

This course examines world events from 1600 to the present.

It explores the impact of the democratic and industrial revolu-

tions, the forces that led to world domination by European

powers, the wars that changed empires, the ideas that lead to

independence movements and the effects of global interde-

pendence. The concepts of historical thinking introduced in

earlier grades continue to build with students locating and an-

alyzing primary and secondary sources from multiple per-

spectives to draw conclusions.

Prerequisite: None

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AP EUROPEAN HISTORY

Grade Level: 11, 12


two semesters

Description:

This course is designed for superior stu-

dents, interested in social studies, who

will study basic chronology and major

events from 1450 to 1990 and ways that

this information answers questions in the

intellectual-cultural, political-diplomatic

and social-economic history of Europe.

Students will be required to discuss major

themes in a broad perspective and write

essays. Students will be required to read

a college textbook and related materials

beyond the text. This course is based on

the College Board requirements that will

prepare the student to pass the AP exam.

Summer reading required.


SOCIAL STUDIES

MODERN UNITED STATES HISTORY

Grade Level: 10


two semesters

Description:

This course examines the history of the Unit-

ed States of America from 1877 to the pre-

sent. The federal republic has withstood

challenges to its national security and ex-

panded the rights and roles of its citizens.

The episodes of its past have shaped the na-

ture of the country today and prepared it to

attend to the challenges to tomorrow. Under-

standing how these events came to pass and

their meaning for today’s citizens is the pur-

pose of this course. The concepts of histori-

cal thinking introduced in earlier grades con-

tinue to build with students locating and ana-

lyzing primary and secondary sources from

multiple perspectives to draw conclusions.

Prerequisite: None

AP UNITED STATES HISTORY



week, two semesters

Description:

This course is designed to provide supe-

rior students with a college level intro-

ductory U.S. history course. Use of ana-

lytical skills and factual knowledge is

necessary to deal critically with the

problems and materials in the course.

Students will learn to assess historical

materials and to weigh the evidence and

interpretations presented in historical

scholarship. This course will lead stu-

dents to develop the skills necessary to

arrive at conclusions on the basis of an

informed judgment and to present rea-

sons and evidence clearly and persua-

sively to essay format. Students will be

required to read selected works beyond

the text. This course will prepare stu-

dents to take the AP exam. Summer

reading required.


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SOCIAL STUDIES

ICONIC LEADERS

Grade Level: 11, 12



Description:

Throughout mankind, the history

of our world has been shaped by

the words, beliefs, and actions of

individuals. Through an in-depth

study of these people we can bet-

ter understand the political, so-

cial, and/or economic impact

they had on civilization and their

legacy on future genera-

tions. The study of icons will be

structured within the following

categories: Social Activists, Con-

querors, Sports Figures, Rights

Activists, Business Catalysts, and

the Infamous. This class will fos-

ter a 21st Century, student-

centered classroom and will uti-

lize a multitude of resources and

assessments.

Prerequisite: None

GRADE 11: (Each 11th grade student must take either: AP European History, OR Iconic Legends or Iconic Leaders AND Ancient Civilizations

or Ancient Civilizations. As 12th graders, students may choose to take additional courses from those listed below as electives.)

ICONIC LEGENDS

Grade Level: 11, 12



Description:

Throughout mankind, the history

of our world has been shaped by

the words, beliefs, and actions of

individuals. Through an in-depth

study of these people we can bet-

ter understand the political, so-

cial, and/or economic impact

they had on civilization and their

legacy on future genera-

tions. The study of icons will be

structured within categories. Pol-

iticians, Military Leaders, Art-

ists, Religious Leaders, Thinkers,

and Local Leaders. This class

will foster a 21st Century, stu-

dent-centered classroom and will

utilize a multitude of resources

and assessments.

Prerequisite: None

ANCIENT CIVILIZATIONS:

THE PHARAOHS -

ALEXANDER THE GREAT

Grade Level: 11, 12



Description:

This course will explore human

history from the earliest civiliza-

tions through Alexander the

Great. Topics will include: The

early river valley civilizations,

the diversity of the African Con-

tinent, India and China, and clas-

sical Greece and its legacy.

The concepts of historical think-

ing introduced in earlier grades

continue to build with students

locating and analyzing primary

and secondary sources from mul-

tiple perspectives to draw conclu-

sions.

Prerequisite: None

ANCIENT CIVILIZATIONS:

JULIUS CAESAR -

LEONARDO da VINCI

Grade Level: 11, 12



Description:

This course will explore human

history from Ancient Rome

through the rise of the Middle

Ages. Topics will include: the

Ancient Roman world, the ori-

gins and empires of native

America, the Middle East during

ancient times, and the Middle

Ages Crusades and the creation

of Western Europe.

The concepts of historical think-

ing introduced in earlier grades

continue to build with students

locating and analyzing primary

and secondary sources from mul-

tiple perspectives to draw conclu-

sions.

Prerequisite: None

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AP UNITED STATES

GOVERNMENT AND POLITICS

Grade Level: 12


week, one semester

Description:

This semester course is designed for the

students who have shown an interest in

the study of government at the college

level. It will include the study of general

concepts used to interpret U.S. politics

and the analysis of specific case studies.

It also requires familiarity with the vari-

ous institutions, groups, beliefs and ideas

that constitute U.S. political reality. Con-

stitutional underpinnings of our govern-

ment, political beliefs and behaviors, po-

litical parties and interest groups, institu-

tions and policy processes of our national

government and civil rights and civil lib-

erties will be the major topics studied.

This course will prepare students for the

AP test. Summer reading required.


AMERICAN GOVERNMENT

Grade Level: 12


one semester

Description:

This semester course is taught primarily

for senior students who maintain an aver-

age interest and ability in social studies.

They may or may not be college-bound.

The course includes a study of the organi-

zation and operation of the national, state,

and local governments. Topics to be stud-

ied are the three branches of federal gov-

ernment, state and local governments, and

current issues under the United States

Constitution. This course is required for

graduation.

Prerequisite: None

AP PSYCHOLOGY

Grade Level: 11, 12


week, two semesters

Description:

The AP Psychology course is designed

to introduce students to the systematic

and scientific study of the behavior and

mental processes of human beings and

other animals . Students are exposed to

the psychological facts, principles, and

phenomena associated with each of the

major subfields within psychology . Stu-

dents will also learn about the ethics and

methods psychologists use in their sci-

ence and practice.


SOCIAL STUDIES

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SOCIAL STUDIES

AP MACROECONOMICS

Grade Level: 11, 12



Description:

This course in macroeconomics is to pro-

vide students an understanding of the

principles of economics that apply to an

economic system as a whole. This AP

macro course emphasizes the study of

national income and price-level determi-

nation and will also develop the student

familiarity with economic performance

measures, the financial sector stabiliza-

tion policies, economic growth and inter-

national economics.


SOCIAL PSYCHOLOGY

Grade Level: 11, 12



Description:

This is a survey course designed to

provide the student with a strong

fundamental background in psy-

chology that will be useful in eve-

ryday applications as well as in a

college introductory psychology

course. Major topics will include

behavioral history, memory, intelli-

gence, personality development,

motivation, normal and abnormal

behavior, states of consciousness,

and social psychology. Students

will be assigned papers, projects,

and experiments throughout the

semester.

Prerequisite: None

ECONOMICS

Grade Level: 11, 12



Description:

This course offers students an oppor-

tunity to become familiar with the fun-

damentals of the science of economics

and the world’s major economic

“isms.” Topics will include economic

systems, supply and demand in the

marketplace, factors of production, na-

tional and international financing and

investments. This course is primarily

designed for students planning to enter

the field of business and for anyone

wishing to gain an understanding of the

practicality and reality of economics in

everyday life.

Prerequisite: None

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SOCIOLOGY

Grade Level: 11, 12


Description:

This semester course will engage students in a brief over-

view of the field of sociology. This will include a descrip-

tion of the origins of the subject itself, and will challenge

students to view life through the sociological perspec-

tive. This is the perspective that encourages students to see

how people, including themselves, are shaped by societal

forces. Various cultures across time and space will be com-

pared and contrasted, and their cultural norms and folkways

will be dissected. The three primary sociological theories

will be explored in depth, and applied to various topics

throughout the course. Other topics that receive significant

attention include societal inequalities, deviance, and the con-

struction of societal roles.

Prerequisite: None

NATIONAL ISSUES

Grade Level: 11, 12


Description:

This semester course is designed to follow current national

events that are judged to have an important impact on the na-

tion, its people, and its history. Events for study are selected

at the time of the course offering. Skills in reading, research-

ing, and reporting in written and oral presentations are re-

quired. Geographic knowledge of the world and statistical

understanding of polls, graphs, and charts should be well de-

veloped by students before enrolling in this course. A sub-

scription to a weekly news magazine such as Time,

Newsweek, or U.S. News and World Report is required.

Prerequisite: None

SOCIAL STUDIES

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SOCIAL STUDIES

SUGGESTED SOCIAL STUDIES COURSE SEQUENCE

9th 10th 11th 12th

Required Courses Modern World History

OR AP Human Geography

Modern US History

OR AP US History

AP European History

OR Iconic Leaders

or

Iconic Legends

AND Ancient Civilizations:

The Pharaohs—

Alexander the Great

or

Ancient Civilizations—

Julius Caesar—Leonardo

da Vinci

American Government

OR

AP US Government and Politics

Electives

(Does not count

towards Social

Studies graduation

requirement.)

National Issues

Social Psychology

Economics

Sociology

AP Psychology

AP Macroeconomics

National Issues

Social Psychology

Economics

Sociology

AP Psychology

AP Macroeconomics

Iconic Leaders

or

Iconic Legends

AND Ancient Civilizations: The

Pharaohs—Alexander the Great

or

Ancient Civilizations—Julius

Caesar—Leonardo da Vinci

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THEORY OF TEACHING AND LEARNING

Grade Level: 11, 12


Description:

Theory of Teaching and Learning is the first level course in the two-year Teaching Professions Academy Program. This course is

designed for the student who enjoys working with children through the teaching and learning process. Students will utilize tech-

nology to prepare presentations and portfolio documents. Field trips to different school buildings and colleges will be incorpo-

rated into the classroom activities. Guest speakers from educational institutions will present current theory and practice. Students

will be enrolled in the school’s chapter of Future Educators of America. This program is designed to support the student’s post-

secondary Teaching Professions Academy career major. In this course, students will be introduced to the following: Orientation to

Teaching Professions, Understanding the Learner, Communication Skills, Teaching Strategies in the Learning Environment, As-

sessing Teaching and Learning, and Professional Development.

Prerequisite: Application and Interview.

TEACHING PROFESSIONS ACADEMY

AHS

Code

THS

Code Course

Ability


6510 7500 Theory of Teaching and Learning N 11-12 2 1 None

6530 7501 Honors Teaching and Learning Portfolio

Preparation H 12 2 1 See Description

6520 7502 Teaching and Learning Field Experience N 12 2 1 See Description

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HONORS TEACHING AND LEARNING SENIOR

PORTFOLIO PREPARATION

Grade Level: 12


Description:

Honors Teaching and Learning Portfolio Preparation is one of

two second level courses in the two-year Teaching Professions

Academy Program. In this course, students will receive instruc-

tion and support as they develop the capstone portfolio project.

Emphasis will be placed on developing college level writing and

revision skills while utilizing technology. Upon successful com-

pletion of the portfolio and achieving a passing score of 85% stu-

dents will have the opportunity to earn college credit at partici-

pating four and two year colleges.

Prerequisite: Theory of Teaching and Learning, Concurrent

enrollment in Teaching and Learning Field Experience.

TEACHING AND LEARNING FIELD EXPERIENCE

Grade Level: 12


Description:

Teaching and Learning Field Experience is one of two second

level courses in the two-year Teaching Professions Academy

Program. In this course, students will receive instruction to

successfully observe and begin practicing the principles of

teaching and learning by completing internships with mentor

teachers in the primary, intermediate, middle and high school

levels. Students will develop 21st century skills directly related

to success in college and in professional settings. Visits to col-

leges with education programs will be incorporated into the

program. Students will be encouraged to enroll in the school’s

chapter of Future Educators of America. This program is de-

signed to support the student’s post-secondary Teaching Pro-

fession career major.

Prerequisite: Theory of Teaching and Learning, Concurrent

enrollment in Honors Teaching and Learning Portfolio Prep-

aration.

TEACHING PROFESSIONS ACADEMY

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TECHNOLOGY

ENGINEERING DRAWING

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12


two semesters

Description:

This course is an exploration of technical drawing

and design and is designed for students interested in

engineering, manufacturing or design. Students will

develop thinking and problem solving skills and learn

how to create computer-assisted drawings using a

CADD program. Students will go through the design

process and may test some of their designs through

prototypes and models.

Prerequisite: None

PC HARDWARE AND SOFTWARE

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12


Description:

This course covers the fundamentals of PC hardware and software as

well as advanced concepts. It is designed for students who want to

pursue careers in Information Technology and students who want to

gain practical knowledge of how a computer works. Students who

complete this course will be able to describe the internal components

of a computer, assemble a computer system, install an operating sys-

tem, and troubleshoot using system tools and diagnostic software. Ad-

ditional topics covered include laptops and portable devices, wireless

connectivity and basic implementation skills, security, safety, ethical

and environmental issues, applied network configuration and trouble-

shooting skills, and communications skills.

Prerequisite: None

AHS Code THS Code Course Ability


8110 8101 Engineering Drawing N 9-12 2 1 None

8121 8130 PC Hardware and Software N 9-12 2 1 None

8130 8100 Survey of Technology N 9-12 2 1 None

8220 8111 Architectural Drawing N 9-12 2 1 None

8132 8132 Introduction to Computer Networking N 9-12 1 1/2 None

8320 2130 Computer Networking I N 10-12 2 1 See Description

8420 2131 Computer Networking II N 10-12 2 1 See Description

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TECHNOLGOY

SURVEY OF TECHNOLOGY

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12


week, two semesters

Description:

This course is an introduction to the

technological infrastructures that im-

pact our lives. Students will examine

four major areas of technology involv-

ing communications, manufacturing,

construction and transportation and will

complete many hands-on activities.

The course is designed both to explore

how things work and to explore possi-

ble vocational and career opportunities.

Student projects may include, but are

not limited to, taking apart and studying

the hardware in computers and learning

to draw on a computer. Projects may

also include, but are not limited to, de-

signing model bridges using a computer

simulation and then fabricating and

testing them with weights, and studying

transportation systems and building gas

propelled model race cars to study engi-

neering principles. Students will have

the opportunity to design and build a

woodworking project.

Prerequisite: None

ARCHITECTURAL DRAWING

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12


two semesters

Description:

This course is an exploration of architec-

ture and architectural design, and is in-

tended for anyone interested in learning

how structures are designed and built. It

is planned for students interested in a pos-

sible career in architecture or construction

technology or anyone with an interest in

these areas. Students will learn the prin-

ciples involved in architectural design,

with an emphasis on residential architec-

ture, and to develop their own designs.

Students will also learn to draw designs

and various views of structures using a

CADD program. Students may also

make models of their designs.

Prerequisite: None

INTRODUCTION TO

COMPUTER NETWORKING

Grade Level : 9, 10, 11, 12


week, one semester

Description:

This course provides general network-

ing knowledge, opportunities for ca-

reer exploration and soft-skills devel-

opment. The curriculum teaches net-

working based on application, cover-

ing network environments students

may encounter in their daily lives -

from small office and home office

(SOHO) networking to larger enter-

prises and theoretical networking

models later in the curriculum. The

course is designed for students with

basic PC skills and foundational math

and problem solving skills. The cur-

riculum encourages students to con-

sider additional IT (Information Tech-

nology) education.

Prerequisite: None

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COMPUTER NETWORKING I (CISCO Networking Academy)



Description:

This course is an e-learning program that offers students an

opportunity to pursue IT curricula through online instructor-

led training lab exercises. The CISCO courses are designed

to give students hands-on technical experience to help pre-

pare them for IT careers, as well as post-secondary IT-

related degrees.

CISCO Networking I is part of a two-year program. Upon

successful completion of the first two semesters, students

earn global, industry credit with CISCO, as well as their

high school credit. Students then may continue with the

second year to prepare for industry certification, the CISCO

Certified Networking Associate CCNA. This course teach-

es students to design, build and maintain computer net-

works. The curriculum covers a broad range of topics, from

basic networking skills to more complex concepts. This

course is an excellent choice for students with an interest in

computers, computer networking or any Information Tech-

nology field. An additional fee is required for the industry

certification exam. This course is open to sophomores, jun-

iors and seniors if room is available.

Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation for grade 12 only

TECHNOLOGY

COMPUTER NETWORKING II



Description:

(CISCO Networking Academy)

This is the second year of the CISCO Networking Academy

program. The concepts learned in the first course are contin-

ued in depth, along with more concepts on networking design,

especially related to Wide Area Networks (WAN’s). Upon

successful completion of the second two semesters, students

earn global, industry credit with CISCO, as well as their high

school credit. Students also qualify to register for the industry

exam. Students can earn their CISCO Certified Networking

Associate (CCNA) credentials when passing this exam. An

additional fee is required for the industry certification exam.

This course is open to juniors and seniors who have success-

fully completed CISCO Networking I.

Prerequisite: Computer Networking I / Teacher

Recommendation

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COLLEGE AND CAREER READINESS: Charting Your Course for the Future



Description:

This course will equip students with the necessary information and skills to successfully prepare for the ACT, PSAT, and SAT. Ad-

ditionally, students will explore college and career options, build college application and resume writing skills, learn interview tech-

niques and financial planning. Students will define their personal academic, career, and life goals, and chart a path to successfully

reach them.

This course meets the financial literacy graduation requirement.

Prerequisite: None

COLLEGE AND CAREER READINESS

AHS

Code

THS

Code Course

Ability


6521 7600 College and Career Readiness: Charting Your

Course for the Future N 10-12 1 1/2 None

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