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Table of Contents

Message to Parents and Students................................................................Page 4Administrators and Counselors..............................................................................4Plan Your Program of Studies..............................................................................

High School Graduation Requirements for 2012 and after........................5Career Diploma Requirements...................................................................6Graduation Requirements Freshman 2014 and after…………………. 7-10

End-of-Course Testing.........................................................................................11Grade Classifications and Grading Factors.........................................................11Honors Program……………………………………………………………………….12Honors Graduates …………………………………………………………………… 12Summer School Prerequisite Courses.................................................................13Correspondence Courses....................................................................................13

Louisiana Virtual School…………………………………………………….. 13Dual Enrollment Courses…………………………………………………….13College Early Entry Program………………………………………………...14

College-Bound Information...............................................................................…14Louisiana Public University Minimum Admissions Criteria...................................14TOPS Eligibility and Curriculum………………………………………………… 15-19Schedule Change Policy………………………………………………………………20Ninth Grade Requirements……………………………………………………………21Course Descriptions

Army Junior ROTC Department...............................................................21Art Department...................................................................................21--23Business Department.........................................................................23--25English Department...........................................................................25--27Family and Consumer Science Department......................................27--28Foreign Language Department................................................................28Health and Physical Education Department......................................28--30Mathematics Department...................................................................30--33Music Department..............................................................................33--34Science Department..........................................................................34--36Social Studies Department................................................................36--39Speech Department.................................................................................39Vocational Department......................................................................39--40Special Course Offerings...................................................................40--42

ACT PrepCollege Prep Dual EnrollmentProcess Technology Dual Enrollment CoursesStudy SkillsAcademically GiftedSection 504 Identification

Four Year Plan Sheet...........................................................................................43Louisiana Core Four Exemption Form.................................................................44

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A MESSAGE TO PARENTS AND STUDENTS

With this COURSE GUIDE for 2015 - 2016, you begin the important process of selecting course offerings for next year. Students enjoy many options in meeting graduation requirements with a wide range of course selections. Offerings include levels appropriate for individual student’s abilities and interests. We ask the support and assistance of parents in this decision-making process so that students will be assured a successful school year.

To that end, please review the guide thoroughly. A complete description of each course offered at Bastrop High School follows, along with other pertinent information necessary for post-graduation plans. You are urged to consult with teachers and counselors regarding course offerings and career plans.

The responsibility for selecting appropriate career and graduation plans rests with the student and his/her parents. Each student is responsible for his/her own credits and for making sure that state requirements to receive a high school diploma are scheduled and completed successfully. Any questions regarding courses, graduation requirements, or course selections should be referred to the school counselors.

We ask that you make course selections with care, since the school must employ faculty and make classroom provisions based upon this data. THEREFORE, NO CHANGES CAN BE MADE AFTER APRIL 10, 2015.

Administrators

Dr. David Nordman..............................................................................................................PrincipalRene’ Fonte.........................................................................................................Assistant PrincipalCynthia Clark…....................................................................................................Assistant PrincipalLori Wallace…….………………………………………….… Assistant Principal, Freshman Academy

Counselors

Angela German................................................................................................ Freshman AcademyTania Lovell………………………………………………………….10—12th Grades, Last names A - KAluthia Palmer-Brooks…………………………………………….. 10—12th Grades, Last names L - Z

Bastrop High School402 Highland Avenue

Bastrop, LA 71220Main Office: (318) 281-0194

Guidance Office :( 318) 283-2943 FAX: (318) 281-0457

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TOPS University Diploma RequirementsFor students entering 9th grade in 2014-2015 and beyond

Units CoursesENGLISH = 4 Units1 Unit English I1 Unit English II1 Unit from the following: English III, AP® English Language Arts and

Composition, IB® Literature, IB® Language & Literature, or IB® Literature & Performance

1 Unit from the following: English IV, AP® English Literature and Composition, IB® Literature, IB® Language & Literature, or IB® Literature & Performance

MATH = 4 Units1 Unit Algebra I1 Unit Geometry1 Unit Algebra II

(Integrated Mathematics I, Integrated Mathematics II, and Integrated Mathematics III may be substituted for the Algebra I, Geometry, and Algebra II sequence)

1 Unit from the following: Algebra III; Advanced Math - Functions and Statistics, AdvancedMath - Pre-Calculus, Pre-Calculus, IB® Math Studies (Math Methods), Calculus, AP® Calculus AB, AP® Calculus BC, Probability and Statistics, AP® Statistics, IB® Mathematics SL, or IB® Mathematics HL

SCIENCE = 4 Units1 Unit Biology I1 Unit Chemistry I

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2 Units from the following: Earth Science; Environmental Science; AP® Environmental Science or IB® Environmental Systems; Physical Science, Agriscience I and Agriscience II (the elective course Ag I is a prerequisite for Ag II); one of Chemistry II, AP® Chemistry, IB® Chemistry I, or IB® Chemistry II; Physics I, or IB® Physics I; one of AP® Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism, AP® Physics C: Mechanics, or IB® Physics II AP® Physics I, AP® Physics II; one of Biology II, AP® Biology, IB® Biology I, or IB® Biology II

SOCIAL STUDIES = 4 Units1 Unit from the following: U.S. History, AP® U.S. History, IB® History of the

Americas I1 Unit from the following: Government, AP® U.S. Government and Politics:

Comparative,AP® U.S. Government and Politics: United States, or Civics

2 Units from the following: One of Western Civilization, European History, or AP® European History; one of World Geography, AP® Human Geography, or IB® Geography; World History or AP® World History; IB® History of the Americas II; Government, Economics; AP® Macroeconomics; AP® Microeconomics; or IB® Economics

Units CoursesFOREIGN LANGUAGE = 2 UnitsForeign Language, both units in the same language, which may include the following:

American Sign Language I, II, III, IV; B® Language ab initio: Arabic, IB® Language B: Arabic; AP® French Language and Culture, IB® Language ab initio: French, IB® Language B: French, French III, French IV; AP® German Language and Culture, IB® Language ab initio: German, IB® Language B: German, German III, German IV; AP® Latin, IB® Classical Language, Latin III, Latin IV; AP® Spanish Language and Culture, IB® Language ab initio: Spanish, IB® Language B: Spanish, Spanish III, Spanish IV; AP® Chinese Language and Culture, IB® Language ab initio: Chinese, or IB® Language B: Chinese, Chinese III, Chinese IV; AP® Italian Language and Culture, IB® Language ab initio: Italian, IB® Language B: Italian, Italian III, Italian IV; AP® Japanese Language and Culture, IB® Language an initio: Japanese, IB® Language B: Japanese, Japanese III, Japanese IV

ART = 1 Unit1 Unit from the following: Visual Arts courses (Bulletin 741 §2333), Music

courses (Bulletin 741 §2355), Dance courses (Bulletin 741 §2337), Theatre courses (Bulletin

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741 §2369), Speech III and IV (one unit combined), Fine Arts Survey, Drafting

Health/Physical Education = 2 Units (JROTC may be substituted for PE.)1 Unit from the following: Physical Education I½ Unit from the following: Physical Education II, Marching Band,

Extracurricular Sports, Cheering, or Dance Teams½ Unit from the following: Health Education (JROTC I and II may be used to

meet the Health Ed)ELECTIVES = 3 Units ElectivesTotal Units = 24

Jump Start TOPS Tech (Career Diploma) Course Requirements

**For students entering 9th grade in 2014-2015 and beyond UPDATED JULY 2015

Units CoursesENGLISH = 4 Units1 Unit English I1 Unit English II2 Units from the following: English III, English IV, AP® or IB®

English courses, Business English, Technical Writing, or comparable Louisiana Technical College courses offered by Jump Start regional teams as approved by the State Board of Elementary and Secondary Education

MATH = 4 Units1 Unit Algebra I, Algebra I Part One and

Algebra I Part Two, or an applied or hybrid Algebra course

3 Units from the following: Geometry, Math Essentials, Financial 8

Literacy (formerly Financial Math), Business Math, Algebra II, Algebra III, Advanced Math - Functions and Statistics, Advanced Math - Pre-Calculus, Pre-Calculus, or comparable Louisiana Technical College courses offered by Jump Start regional teams as approved by the State Board of Elementary and Secondary Education

Substitutions Integrated Mathematics I, II, and III may be substituted for Algebra I, Geometry, and Algebra II for three mathematics credits

SCIENCE = 2 Units1 Unit Biology I1 Unit from the following: Chemistry I, Earth Science,

Environmental Science, Physical Science, Agriscience I and Agriscience II (one unit combined), or AP® or IB® Science courses

SOCIAL STUDIES = 2 Units1 Unit from the following: U.S. History, AP® U.S. History, IB®

History of the Americas I1 Unit from the following: Civics, Government, AP® U.S.

Government and Politics: Comparative, or AP® U.S. Government and Politics: United States

Health/Physical Education = 2 Units (JROTC may be substituted for PE.)1 Unit from the following: Physical Education I½ Unit from the following: Physical Education II, Marching Band,

Extracurricular Sports, Cheering, or Dance Teams

½ Unit from the following: Health Education (JROTC I and II may be used to meet the Health Ed) requirement

Jump Start = 9 Units9 Units from the following: Jump Start course sequences,

workplace experiences, and credentials as approved in Regional Jump Start proposals.

TOTAL = 23 UnitsAct 403 of the 2015 Louisiana Legislative Session takes effect with students entering ninth grade in 2014-2015 and beyond. The legislation ensures that students planning and preparing for an industry based career have taken a preparatory core curriculum while in high school and have every chance possible to receive TOPS Tech.

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End of Course Testing

All students are required to take and pass 3 end-of-course tests from the following subjects:

English II or English IIIAlgebra I or GeometryBiology or American History

GRADE CLASSIFICATIONS AND GRADING FACTORS

A student is classified by the number of Carnegie units earned and not by years in school. Students are classified according to the following criteria.

Grade 10 - Students must have earned 5 Carnegie units.

Grade 11 - Students must have earned 11 Carnegie units.

Grade 12 - Students must have earned 17 Carnegie units.

GRADING SCALE

Regular Education Classes A= 100--93B= 92--85C= 84--75

D= 74--67F= 66--0F6= No grade due to excessive absences

Honors & Dual Enrollment ClassesA= 100--90B= 89--80C= 79--70D= 69--60F= 59—0F6= No grade due to excessive absences

Grade Point Average

High school grade point averages shall be averaged using a 4, 3, 2, 1, and 0 scale for all courses offering Carnegie units. When a student repeats a course previously passed for a higher grade, the entire course must be repeated and the higher grade shall be used to calculate the grade point average and the lower grade will not be used in determining grade point average, whether it be A, B, C, D.

HONORS PROGRAM 2015 - 2016

A student applying for placement in an

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honors course must have maintained a “B” or better average through the 4th Six Weeks grading period. The student will sign-up for the next honors course during the spring scheduling with his/her guidance counselor. A final grade of “B” or better must be earned in the course for which the honors placement is desired.

The Honors Committee will check all final grades for students requesting honors classes during spring scheduling and will make the final decision regarding placement. Upon acceptance into an HONORS CLASS, the student must remain in that class for the entire year unless there is an extenuating circumstance as defined in the current guidelines of the Morehouse Parish Pupil Progression Plan. All participants in honors classes must attend one of the summer orientation sessions and a contract must be signed by the student and their parent.

If a student’s placement is not approved, he/she may appeal to the School Building Level Committee at Bastrop High School. Appeals from the SBLC will be heard by the Parish Pupil Progression Review Committee following the procedures set forth in the current guidelines of the Morehouse Parish Pupil Progression Plan.

Transfer students may enroll in Honors classes but must have transferred from a comparable program and must have the SBLC approval.

Progression into High School Honors Classes from Middle School:

Any eligible student may be placed in the Honors classes in the 9th grade based on the following criteria: - Has maintained a “B” or above letter grade and has achieved Basic or above on the 8th Grade LEAP during the school year in the content area in which the recommendation occurs. -A student who scores Advanced in any area of 8th grade LEAP is eligible for Honors Placement in that subject. -A student scoring Mastery on 8th grade LEAP is eligible if this final grade is within 5

points of the required “B” letter grade.

HONORS COURSES

The following academic courses are the only Honors courses which will be considered in determining academic class ranking for Bastrop High School graduates:

EnglishEnglish IEnglish IIEnglish IIIEnglish IV

MathematicsAlgebra IAlgebra IIGeometryAdvanced MathCalculus

Social StudiesAmerican HistoryWorld GeographyWorld HistoryCivics

ScienceBiologyBiology IIChemistry I & Chemistry IIPhysicsPhysical Science

And all Core Dual Enrollment/Early Start Classes.

Note A: If the Morehouse Parish School board offers any of the above listed classes as an Honors class in the year the student takes the academic class, the student must successfully complete the Morehouse Parish Honor academic class in the subject in order to qualify for Valedictorian and Salutatorian,.

Note B: Students who transfer to Morehouse Parish School System, except seniors, shall be considered for Valedictorian and Salutatorian if their transcripts indicate that the academic classes taken at their previous school are equivalent to the above stated criteria.

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Note C: Gifted classes shall only be recognized as Honors classes if a non-gifted Honors class is offered as a same course in the same academic year.

Note D: The Morehouse Parish School board shall consider only the academic grades recorded on the student’s official high school transcript in the above listed subjects in determining class ranking.

HONOR GRADUATES

In order to graduate “HONORS WITH DISTINCTION” students must have fulfilled the following:

Must have successfully completed requirements of the Honors program, which includes the following:

a. Must have successfully completed 24 Units of the high school curriculum.

b. Must have successfully completed at least 15 Honors classes.

c. Must have a cumulative 3.0 gpa.

In order to graduate “WITH HONOR” students must have fulfilled one of the following:

a. Must have successfully completed a minimum of 15 Honors classes regardless of cumulative gpa.

b. Must have successfully earned a cumulative 3.0 gpa regardless of the number of Honors courses.

VALEDICTORIAN AND SALUTATORIAN WILL BE SELECTED ONLY FROM THOSE GRADUATES WHO HAVE SUCCESSFULLY COMPLETED THE HONORS PROGRAM. THE STUDENT MUST HAVE BEEN ENROLLED IN A PARISH HIGH SCHOOL PRIOR TO THE BEGINNING OF THEIR SENIOR YEAR OF STUDY.

Grades will be computed in the manner prescribed in the Morehouse Parish Pupil

Progression Plan.

PROCEDURES USED TO RANK HONOR GRADUATES

Students in the Honors program will be ranked based on performance and level of difficulty for the purpose of recognition at graduation.

To qualify for class ranking, all Honors students are required to successfully complete 24 units from an approved curriculum. In addition, each student must successfully complete a minimum of 12 Honors classes (15 Honors effective with 2010-11 Freshmen – as stated on page 41 of the Morehouse Parish Pupil Progression Guide) selected from the curriculum.

Determining Ranking Factor:

This is achieved by multiplying the number of Honors courses a student has taken by 1.25 (1.25 is the value assigned to Honors classes for ranking purposes) and by multiplying the number of standard level courses a student has taken by 1.0 (1.0 is the value assigned to standard level courses. The two products are then added and the sum is divided by 24. (The number of courses used in determining the ranking factor is always 24. If a student has taken more than 24 courses, the student may select the 24 which would be of greatest benefit, but at least 15 Honors classes must be included in the 24 courses. If a student has taken fewer than 24 courses, the student is ineligible for Honors ranking since the program requirements have not been fulfilled).

EXAMPLE: # of H x 1.25 + S x 1.00 = TOTALTOTAL DIVIDED BY 24 = RANKING FACTOR (RF)

Multiply the students GPA of the chosen 24 courses by the Ranking Factor. (GPA x RF = Ranking)

DEFINITION OF TERMINOLOGY

SBLC; School Building Level Committee:

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This committee reviews any applications, appeals, and due process of students applying for Honors classes.

Extenuating Circumstances: Shall be defined as one of the following:

Death in the family: (Parent, step-parent,

Sibling, Grandparent, Guardian and Spouse)

Extended sickness of the student Personal circumstances beyond the

student’s control which disrupts the student’s normal academic opportunities

Summer School Prerequisite Courses

For non-remediation summer school courses, students must have certain prerequisites completed before a course may be taken in summer school. For instance, a student may not take the second semester of English IV before he/she has taken the first semester of English IV. A student may also not take these courses concurrently unless the student is eligible for graduation during that school year. This provision does not apply in the case of repeat courses.

Correspondence Courses

The Morehouse Parish School System allows students to earn credit toward high school graduation through correspondence work from an approved Independent Study source. Information is available in the Guidance Office. The student must complete all work at home and the exam(s) are sent to BHS for the counselor to administer.

An application for correspondence study courses must be approved by the counselor and the examinations must be administered by one of the counselors. It is not recommended that core classes offered by the school be taken by correspondence.

Dual Enrollment/Early Start Classes

Eligible students can earn high school and college credit while enrolled at BHS. Bastrop High School is currently partnered with institutes of higher education to offer students dual enrollment in several courses that will count as both Carnegie Units for high school credit and hours for college/university credit.

Students must be on track to complete graduation requirements. In order to quality for enrollment in these courses, students must also meet minimum GPA and PLAN/ACT score requirements.

The core dual enrollment courses will count as Honor’s classes for those students who meet the Honors requirements as outlined in the Morehouse Parish Pupil Progression Plan. However, students may receive dual enrollment credit without the honors designation.

COLLEGE EARLY ENTRY PROGRAM

The State Department of Education allows a student to participate in “early entry” if a student is accepted by an accredited college or university and has the principal’s approval. The student choosing “early entry” would skip his/her senior year at BHS. Upon successful completion of 24 semester hours of college-level work, the student would be granted a high school diploma. The student would be eligible to participate in senior activities and graduation ceremonies. Additional information on the program is available in the Guidance Office and/or from the university the student wishes to attend.

College-Bound Information

College-bound students should check carefully a prospective college’s entrance requirements to be certain that the correct courses are being chosen to ensure entry. Colleges may also have a minimum ACT or SAT and/or minimum grade point average requirement.

All college-bound students will be required to complete the Regents Core curriculum in order to be admitted to a four-year university with regular admission status.

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Louisiana Public University Minimum Admissions Criteria

Requirements for all four-year public universities:

Region 1

LSU-Shreveport, McNeese State University, Nicholls State University, Northwestern State University, Southeastern Louisiana University, Southern University and A & M College, University of Louisiana–Monroe, LSU–Alexandria, Grambling State University, Southern University–N.O.

1. Completion of Regents’ high school core curriculum.2. High School gpa of 2.0 or greater OR3. ACT composite score of 20 or greater AND4. Achieve ACT subscores of at least 18 in English and a 19 in math.

Statewide

Louisiana Tech University, University of Louisiana–Lafayette, University of New Orleans

1. Completion of Regents’ high school core curriculum.2. High School gpa of 2.5 or greater OR3. ACT composite score of 23 or greater AND4. Achieve ACT subscores of at least 18 in English and a 19 in math.

Flagship

Louisiana State University A & M

1. Completion of Regents’ high school core curriculum.2. High School gpa of 3.0 or greater OR3. ACT composite score of 25 or greater AND4. Achieve ACT subscores of at least 18 in English and a 19 in math..

These two-year institutions will remain open admissions:

Baton Rouge Community College, Bossier Parish Community College, Delgado Community College, Delta Community College, LSU-Eunice, Nunez Community College, River Parishes Community College, South Louisiana Community College, Southern University–Shreveport, Delta Community College

Requirements for all two- year colleges:

1. Diploma from a BESE-approved high school OR2. GED or its equivalent OR3. Appropriate score on an Ability to Benefit test.

Post-Secondary Financial Aid Information

Financial aid information for continuing educational goals is made available to all students through individual interviews and group meetings with counselors. Efforts are made to keep students informed about current financial aid information and scholarships through handouts, announcements, career day, and Financial Aid Night. Students and parents are advised to contact the institution or university’s financial aid office for specific scholarship and financial aid information. The Free Applications for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) forms will be available online at www.fafsa.ed.gov by January 1, 2015. Additional information is available from the Louisiana Office of Student Financial Assistance at 1-800-259-5626.

Tuition Opportunity Program for Students (TOPS)

This program awards college, university, or state technical college tuition to Louisiana high school graduates who meet specific academic standards. The annual award amount varies since it is

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based on the amount of tuition and some mandatory fees established by the individual institutions. There is no established cumulative maximum award amount; however, you may only receive this award for four years (eight semesters ). The application process for TOPS awards begins with filing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and by indicating that you would like the information released to the state.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS FOR TOPS:

U.S. citizenParent/guardian who is a domiciliary of LouisianaNo criminal conviction (excludes misdemeanor traffic violations)Be registered with Selective Service, if requiredReside in Louisiana during the 24 months preceding college, university, or technical college enrollmentGraduated from high school within one year preceding the application and enroll at a Louisiana public, technical or LAICU college or university as a first-time, full-time undergraduate studentEarn a minimum high school GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale on the 19 core units required by TOPS. ACT score achieved during high school must be equal to or greater than the State’s prior year average (rounded), but no lower than 20. (The ACT state average was 20.) For the TOPS-TECH award the ACT achieved must be equal to or greater than 17. Apply annually for federal and state student aid. Successfully complete 17—19 units of high school course work constituting the curriculum. For the TOPS-TECH award 17 units for Option 1 or 19 units for Option 2. The Cumulative High School Grade Point Average shall be calculated by using only the course grades achieved for those courses included in the core curriculum and recorded

on the official transcript reported to the Louisiana Department of Education.

For Graduates Through 2017

TOPS CORE Curriculum Requirements

English 4 units

English I, II, III, IV(no substitutions)

Mathematics 4 units

Algebra I Algebra II

& two units from the following: Geometry, Calculus, or

Advanced Math

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Science 4 units

Biology I Chemistry I & two units from the following: Environmental Science, Physics, Physical Science, Biology II, or Chemistry II

Social Studies 4 units

American History (1 unit)Civics (1 unit)& two units from the following:World History, World Geography, Western Civilization, European History or History of Religion

Fine Arts Survey 1 unit

Foreign Language 2 units

TOTAL 19 units

TOPS TECH Curriculum Requirements

English 4 units

English I, II, IIIEnglish IV or Business English

Mathematics 3 units

Algebra I or Alg I Parts 1 and 2 two units fromGeometry, Algebra II, Financial Mathematics, Math Essentials, Advanced Math I,

Science 3 units

Biology I & Chemistry I & one of the following: Environmental Science, Physics, Physical Science, Biology

II or Chemistry II

Social Studies 3 units

American History,Civics (1 unit) & either

World History or World Geography or WeWeste Western Civilization

Option 1

Fine Arts Survey 1 unit (or substitute two units of performance courses in music, dance or theater; or two units of visual art; or two units of studio art; or a career/technical studies course approved by BESE; or substitute one unit of an elective from among the other subjects listed in this core curriculum or Speech III and Speech IV (two units).

Foreign Language 2 units Or Technical Writing, Speech I or Speech II

Computer Elective 1 unit

TOTAL 17 units

OROption 2

4 units– Career major comprised of a sequence of related specialty courses and approved for the school by BESE.1 unit–Related or technical field course1 unit–Basic computer course

TOTAL 19 16

units

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BASTROP HIGH SCHOOL SCHEDULE CHANGE POLICY

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Students and parents are asked to remember that courses are planned and developed and

teachers hired on the basis of spring student scheduling. Changes in the selection of subjects

are allowed through April 10, 2015. After that time, changes will be severely limited and are

possibly made only under extenuating circumstances through the administration. Scheduling

is accomplished through the use of a computerized system utilizing a master schedule of

classes offered, and specific teacher assignments by specific class hours. Many classes are

single sections and most faculty do not teach the same subject every hour. Therefore, a

request for teacher preference or class time preference cannot be accommodated.

Once the school year begins, no changes will be accommodated except for the following valid

reasons:

1. A student is scheduled for less than 8 class periods

2. Subjects scheduled for which a student has previously received credit. (For

example, summer school, etc.)

3. Students repeating a course failed under the same teacher, if accommodations

can be made.

The class change is initiated on an official class change sheet obtained from the student’s

counselor.

MID-TERM SCHEDULE CHANGE POLICY

Students are scheduled into classes for the entire year and are expected to stay in those

classes. Only necessary schedule adjustments are made at mid-term. Any appeals or

requests to the schedule change policy by students and parents must be made directly to the

principal, Dr. David Nordman.

NINTH GRADE REQUIREMENTS

All entering ninth grade students are required to schedule one of each of the following courses for the 2015-2016school year.

English I 1Algebra I or Geometry 1Physical Science or Biology I 1World Geography 1Journey to Careers 1

IBCA or BCA 1Elective 1*Elective 1

*Note: Athletics and any other extracurricular activities scheduled during the day will serve as the choice for an elective. These students will then be scheduled for Journey to Careers. JROTC can be substituted for Journey to Careers and PE I. (Two years of JROTC can be substituted for Health, P.E. requirements.

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*The second elective choice is based upon an 8th period day.

ARMY JUNIOR ROTC DEPARTMENT

The objectives of JROTC are to teach and promote citizenship and life skills, including leadership, discipline, teamwork, decision-making, time management, and health.

JROTC is a progressive program beginning with familiarization of subjects during the first year, leading to more intricate studies and practical application in the following years. To gain maximum benefit, cadets are encouraged to enroll in JROTC their freshman year and continue the program through their senior year.

Cadets will participate in “Military Type” drill and ceremonies, will train for and be administered one physical training test, will be expected to maintain a well groomed appearance (in accordance with Bastrop H. S. JROTC Operating Procedures), and will be required to wear the JROTC Uniform one day per week throughout the school year.

Additionally, Cadets are afforded opportunities to participate and compete on the JROTC Color Guard, the JROTC Drill Teams, Marksmanship Team, and if selected, participate in a two-week summer camp at Camp Beaureguard Louisiana.NOTE 1: Students who successfully complete the first two years of JROTC receive1½ credits of physical education and ½ credit of health. Additionally, freshmen students who take JROTC receive credit for Journey to Careers.

NOTE 2: $20 lab fee for all 1st year cadets. The fee covers class fees and purchases a JROTC spirit shirt.

NOTE 3: $10 lab fee for all 2nd –4 year cadets.

JROTC IGrade: 9Credit: 1Introduction to Leadership Education and Training (LET 1)

JROTC IIGrade: 10Credit: 1Intermediate Leadership Education and Training (LET 2)

JROTC IIIGrade: 11Credit: 1Applied Leadership Education and Training(LET 3)

JROTC IVGrade: 12Credit: 1Advanced Leadership Education and Training (LET 4)

ART DEPARTMENT

ART I-PotteryGrades: 9-12Credit: 1Fee: $20.00

The main objective of Art I is for the students to learn good craftsmanship, good design qualities, and the basic technical rounding in pottery.

ART I- Drawing Grades: 9-12Credit: 1Class Fee: $20.00

This class will expose the student to the basics of drawing with emphasis on the elements of design. Subject areas will include nonobjective line and shape, still life, perspective (one and two point), portraiture, florals, and animals (realistic

and cartoon). Students will maintain a sketchbook throughout the year.ART II-Pottery

Grades: 10-12Credit: 1Fee: $20.00

Art II is an advanced pottery class with

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special emphasis on the potter’s wheel. Students master the basic skills of the potter’s wheel.

ART II-Drawing

Grades; 10-12Credit: 1Prerequisite: Art I-Drawing Class Fee: $20.00

This class will strengthen the student’s drawing skills with a deeper study in the elements (with an emphasis in color). Some of the principles of design will be introduced in this class. New media will be introduced such as pastels, charcoal, conte crayon, colored pencils and pen and ink. Some subject areas may include multi-point perspective, advanced portrait studies, landscapes, and skyscapes. The student will maintain a sketchbook and a journal throughout the year.

ART III-POTTERY

Grades: 11-12Credit: 1Prerequisite: Art II-PotteryFee: $20.00

Art III pottery is an advanced pottery class with emphasis on sculptor and potter’s wheel. The students will explore advanced technical skills.

ART III-Drawing

Grades: 11-12Credit: 1Prerequisite: Art II-D Class Fee: $20.00

This class will introduce the remaining principles of design and teach the student to tie the elements and principles together in a composition. Students will explore new areas such as watercolor, advanced pen and ink techniques, advanced drawing skills in areas such as portraiture, still life, landscapes, etc. This class will introduce Art History with emphasis on the major art movements. Students will maintain a sketchbook, portfolio, and a journal

throughout the year.

ART IV-POTTERY

Grades: 12Credit: 1Fee: $20.00Media: Clay

Art IV is an advanced pottery class with special emphasis on the potter’s wheel. Students learn to master basic skills and explore advanced technical skills.

ART IV-DrawingGrades: 12Credit: 1Prerequisite: Art III-D Class Fee: $20.00

This class will allow the student to explore those areas that most interest the individual student. The elements and principles of design will be emphasized throughout the year in project work. New media will be introduced such as printmaking, oil painting, 3/D design, mixed media projects, photography and computer art. Students will be required to maintain a sketchbook, portfolio, and a journal throughout the year.

ART APPRECIATION - DUAL ENROLLMENTGrades: 11 – 12Credit: 1 high school (Art Appr. or Fine Art Survey) & 3 college Prerequisites: Complete an application;

meet Grambling State University DE admissions requirements

Fee: Textbook purchase or rental

Art Appreciation presents a basic course in representational drawing. Emphasis will be given to the use of lines, forms, value and texture as a means of visual expression. Experiences with media, the various subject matter and principles

will be provided to develop rendering skills with still-life and landscape drawings.

Color Theory—Dual Enrollment

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Grades: 11-12Credit: 1Fee: $20.00

Color Theory explores theoretical color exercises to develop a better working knowledge of color. New concepts will help students refine and reinforce color concepts to be utilized in individual projects. Exposure to as many color concepts as possible including problems in conceptualization, execution, presentation and teamwork demonstrating visual understanding is expected.

FINE ARTS SURVEYGrades: 9-12Credit: 1Fee: $20.00

Fine Arts Survey is a class designed to provide an overview of music, art, dance, architecture, furniture style, and drama through the use of films, videos, lectures, and field trips and has been designed to meet the qualifications of the Louisiana Tuition Opportunity Program for students (TOPS) and the national curricula for colleges.

BUSINESS DEPARTMENT

Most courses in the Business Department are electives. The courses are designed with the computer age in mind. Several are taught with major emphasis on computer applications. The main objective is the development of skills needed for careers in all areas of business. A student who is planning a career in the business world after graduation can learn basic skills needed for entry-level employment and beyond.

ACCOUNTING IGrades: 11-12Credit: 1Prerequisite: IBCA

Accounting emphasizes accounting principles as they relate to the basic understanding and skills required in keeping manual and computerized financial records for a business. Emphasis is on providing students with entry-level skills for the

accounting profession and/or preparation for further study in accounting. Opportunities for applying knowledge are given through simulations and reinforcement activities.

ACCOUNTING IIGrades: 12Credit: 1Prerequisite: Accounting I

Computerized Accounting reinforces and expands the basic principles and procedures learned in Accounting I and includes the study of partnerships, corporate, and cost accounting systems. Computer interaction with all phases of accounting activities is an integral part of this course. This automated accounting course is intended to provide the student with entry-level skills in the accounting profession and/or to develop a foundation for post-secondary study.

OFFICE WORKER

(Special permission)Grades: 11-12Credit: ½ or 1Prerequisite: IBCAThis course is designed to help students develop the skills required in the modern business office. Students selected to participate in this course are assigned work areas in the school and receive practical, on-the-job experiences in basic office techniques-such as filing, keyboarding, and telephoning.

BUSINESS COMPUTER APPLICATIONS (BCA)Grades: 10-12Credit: 1Prerequisites: IBCAMedia: 2GB Jump Drive

Business Computer Applications (BCA ) is an elective at Bastrop High School designed to acquaint students with application software used in colleges and businesses today. In BCA students take a comprehensive approach to studying the Microsoft Office Suite which includes Word, Excel, Power Point and Access. Students in this class will learn through real-world applications as well as class discussions. Assessments will be

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made based on a combination of written tests as well as hands-on activities, projects and presentations. This class, although an elective, serves as students’ computer requirement for TOPS & Regents Core.

BUSINESS LAWGrade: 11-12Credit: ½

This course is designed to help students develop an understanding of legal principles relating to the economic activities of American citizens as consumers and workers. A variety of activities are used to help students develop critical thinking skills and improve oral and written communications skills

COMPUTER/TECHNOLOGY LITERACYGrades: 11-12Credits: ½

This is a one semester entry level survey course introducing students to (1) technology career options, (2) personal/professional productivity software applications, (3) multimedia productions, (4) Internet exploration and web page design, and (5) programming. Ethical considerations in technology usage, e.g., privacy, copyright, and filtering, will be discussed. Through the study and hands on use of technology applications, students will learn to make informed decisions about technologies and their applications. By using technology as a tool that supports the work of individuals and groups in solving problems, students will select the appropriate technology source for the task, synthesize knowledge, create a solution, and evaluate the results. The acquisition of information includes using search strategies and technology to access, analyze and evaluate acquired information. Students communicate information in different formats and to diverse audiences. A variety of technologies will be used.

DESKTOP PUBLISHINGGrades: 10-12Credit: ½

Desktop publishing combines the personal computer and graphic design

software to create printed documents. This course will focus on using desktop publishing software to effectively communicate messages in printed form. This course will teach a combination of graphic design skills and software skills. Students will gain experience in preparing documents that are professional in form and content. Students will learn how to design and publish products such as newsletters, posters, logos, packaging, signs, books, flyers, magazines, annual reports, invitations and advertisements.

EDUCATION FOR CAREERSGrades: 10-12Credit: 1

One credit of this course is a requirement for those students who opt-out of the LA Core 4 Graduation Plan. The Education for Careers course is designed to prepare students for entering the workforce. Topics that are covered include “Exploring Careers”, “Finding a Job”, and “Joining the Workforce”. Students are exposed to real-life workplace case scenarios and must decide on the best alternative to resolve conflict. Basic knowledge of word processing is needed to create job-related documents such as resumes and cover letters.

JOURNEY TO CAREERSGrade: 8-9Credit 1

One credit of this course is a requirement for those students who opt-out of the LA Core 4 Graduation Plan and for those pursuing the Career Diploma. Students who participate in this course will gain an understanding of the framework for the Louisiana Career Education Model; participate in career exploration activities; recognize the variety of postsecondary options available; explore, understand, and practice “soft skills” that contribute to successful employment; and explore, understand, and apply personal finance concepts and skills.

INTRODUCTION TO BCA (IBCA)Grades: 9-12Credit: 1

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mastering the touch method of key stroking (typing). Emphasis is placed on development of speed and accuracy. Original composition at the keyboard is included. As the course progresses, keyboarding skills are applied to the formatting of letters, memos, reports, and tables. Un-arranged/rough draft materials are integrated throughout the course.

WEBMASTERINGGrade: 11-12Credit: ½Prerequisites: BCA

This course provides an introduction to Web Page Development. Throughout instruction the learner will examine and demonstrate elements of the World Wide Web page development. The design of the course will include but is not limited to the following topics: design, copyright issues, HTML editor, resources, and varied tools for web page publication. Each student would design basic WWW pages. The course will cover basic HTML coding. The student will create basic HTML pages without the use of a web-page editor. Then the students will be introduced to Front Page elements and techniques. Students enrolled in this course will be responsible for updating our Bastrop High School web site.

NEWSPAPERGrade: 11-12Credit: ½ --1Prerequisite: B average in prior English courses no major discipline referrals

This class presents an overview of the field of journalism and understanding news-gathering and production of a newspaper. It includes the basics of journalistic writing, reporting, editing, legal and ethical issues, and newspaper publication. Students will conduct interviews, research and write stories, take photos or gather supporting graphics from the Internet, and ready pages for publication. Students will be responsible

for writing at least two articles for each issue of the school newspaper, “The Ram Review”, which will be published around six times during the year. They are expected to support other staff members, cooperate with the advisor, and use all computer lab material responsibly. They will also be responsible for publishing a school newsletter which will be sent home to parents several times a year.

ENGLISH DEPARTMENT

BUSINESS ENGLISHGrade: 11-12Credit: 1

Business English equips students with the basic tools and techniques needed to be effective writers. It begins with the basic building blocks of English, moves through ordinary sentence structure to more sophisticated writing and self-editing skills, and encourages readers to learn more about the system of language. PowerPoint slides, and proofreading exercises are designed to prepare students for the challenges of business communication. This class is designed for the student who is graduating on the Career Diploma.

ENGLISH IGrade: 9Credit: 1

English I includes grammar units which emphasize parts of speech, sentence elements, and awareness of sentence structure. Composition units emphasize usage, sentence correctness and variety, and practice in writing many types of paragraphs. Reading and vocabulary development are on-going. While studying stories from many genres, the student is exposed to selections which exemplify the various elements of literature. Research skills are taught and research papers are written.

ENGLISH I (H)Grade: 9Credit: 1Prerequisite: Teacher RecommendationFee: $5.00 for novels

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English I (H) is a sequential course of study designed to provide opportunities for academically successful students to be challenged through course work of more than ordinary difficulty. Emphasis will be on an application of advanced grammar and literacy skills through challenging writing assignments and special projects. Students will be assigned two novels for summer reading. Research skills are taught and research papers are written

ENGLISH IIGrade: 10Credit: 1Prerequisite: English I

Students in this course study world literature with emphasis on the awareness of literary types and terms. The grammar units emphasize parts of speech, sentence elements, recognition of correct grammatical structure of the sentence, and good usage of standard English expression. Composition units are designed to develop basic writing skills so that the students become able to compose effective paragraphs and, ultimately, to perform successfully on the LEAP test. Vocabulary development is on-going. Research skills are taught and research papers are written.

ENGLISH II (H)Grade: 10Credit: 1Prerequisites: English IFee: $5.00 for novels

English II (H) is a course of study designed to meet the needs of academically successful students with emphasis on an application of advanced grammar and literary skills. Challenging writing assignments and special projects of more than ordinary difficulty will be required. Throughout the year students will focus on the application of skills in comprehension, composition, and usage in preparation for the language arts and writing sections of the LEAP test. Students will be assigned two novels for summer reading. Research skills are taught and research papers are written.

ENGLISH IIIGrade: 11Credit: 1Prerequisite: English II English III includes a chronological survey of American literature from its beginning to the twentieth century. American novels are assigned as required reading. Grammar units focus on review of the parts of speech and sentence elements as well as good usage and variety of sentence structure. Vocabulary development is on-going. Composition units are designed to increase student writing skills. A research paper is written.

ENGLISH III (H)Grade: 11Credit: 1Prerequisite: English IIFee: $5.00 for novels

English III (H) is a sequential course of study designed to provide opportunities for academically successful students to be challenged through a comprehensive study of American literature and the writing process. Projects of more than ordinary difficulty will be assigned. Students will be assigned two novels for summer reading. Research skills are taught and research papers are written.

ENGLISH IVGrade: 12Credit: 1Prerequisite: English III

English IV is a college preparatory course including the study of English literature from the time of the Anglo-Saxons to the 20th century. This course includes an advanced grammar review, an analysis of sentence problems, and word study. Oral and written communication skills are studied as well as a job interview unit. Under the supervision of the teacher, students research and prepare a research paper.

ENGLISH IV (H)Grade: 12Credit: 1Prerequisites: English III

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Fee: $5.00 for novels

English IV (H) is a college preparatory course of study designed to provide opportunities for academically successful students to be challenged through course work of more than ordinary difficulty. Emphasis will be on English literature and the development of writing skills. The writing of a term paper is a requirement for this course. Outside reading will be required.

ENGLISH IV - DUAL ENROLLMENT & ENGLISH ELECTIVEGrade: 12Credit: 2high school credits and 6

college credits (Engl. 101 & 102)Fee: $20Prerequisites: English III; complete an

application; meet ULM DE Admissions requirements

This course is a college- level English course designed so the student may acquire six hours of college credit. English IV DE offers a demanding academic curriculum emphasizing the development of sound study habits through motivating classroom lectures and discussions, stimulating assignments and opportunities for independent study. Outside reading is a requirement, and students must complete 3-4 essays of 1,000 words per semester.Students must have a final grade of at least a “B” in English 101 (1st semester) to proceed to English 102 (2nd semester). To receive college credit the student must have a final grade of “B” each semester.

SENIOR APPLICATIONS IN ENGLISHGrade: 11-12Credit: 1

This course equips students with the basic tools and techniques needed to be effective writers. It begins with the basic building blocks of English, moves through ordinary sentence structure to more sophisticated writing and self-editing skills, and encourages readers to learn more about the system of language. PowerPoint slides, and

proofreading exercises are designed to prepare students for the challenges of business communication.

JOURNALISM I(Special Permission Course)Grades: 10-12Credit: 1

The RAM is the school yearbook. Staff members, selected by the advisor and by the editors through an application process, are responsible for planning, writing, and producing the yearbook. Students will become skilled in journalistic writing, photography, desktop publishing, journalistic business practices and the use of computers. In addition, The RAM students will have the experience of working frequently with a publisher’s representative.

JOURNALISM II(Special Permission Course)Grades: 11-12Credit: 1Prerequisite(s): Journalism I

The RAM is the school yearbook. Staff members are second year journalism students who have been selected by the advisor and by the editors through an application process, and who are responsible for planning, writing, and producing the yearbook. Students will become more skilled in journalistic writing, photography, desktop publishing, journalistic business practices and the use of computers. In addition, The RAM students will have the experience of working frequently with a publisher’s representative.

LITERATURE IN THE MOVIESGrades: 11-12Credit: ½-1

Literature in the Movies does not count as an English Credit. This high school English elective course uses classic movies on video to introduce and study the elements of literary analysis. This course will not only give students the tools to appreciate good books more fully, but will equip them with the ability to discern underlying messages in movies rather than simply absorb them. Parent

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signatures will be required.

FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCE DEPARTMENT

ADULT RESPONSIBILITY*Grades: 11-12Credit: ½ Prerequisite: Family & Consumer Science

Ior 12th grade

Fee: $10

This course is designed to help students reach a higher level of personal growth. Units covered are: career preparation; consumer education; building and strengthening family relationships; and financial resource management. After having mastered the concepts, students should make a better transition into the adult world.

CLOTHING AND TEXTILES*Grades: 10-12Credit: ½ Fee: $20.00 for pattern; fabric, other materialsPrerequisite: Family & Consumer Science

Ior 12th grade

This course is designed for the student who is interested in learning basic sewing skills. This one semester course is designed to instruct students in fabrics and fabric card; pattern selection; and basic principles of clothing construction. Students must furnish their own fabric, pattern, and notions.

FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCE IGrades: 9-10Credit: 1Fee: $20 cooking; sewing supplies

Consumer Science I is a full-year, comprehensive course that includes instruction in personal development, consumer education, clothing/textiles, and food/nutrition. Students must purchase a pattern, fabrics, and notions specified by the instructor. The class is designed for the

ninth or tenth grade student with no Consumer Science experience at the high school level.

*Tenth, eleventh, and twelfth grade students who have earned credit in any other of the Family & Consumer Science courses are NOT allowed to enroll in Family and Consumer Science I.

FOODS AND NUTRITION*Grades: 10-12Credit: ½ Fee: $10 for foods labPrerequisite: Family & Consumer Science

Ior 12th grade

Foods and Nutrition is a one-semester course designed to help students become aware of the role good nutrition plays in establishing overall good health. Students learn what their daily food needs are and how to fulfill those needs and how nutrition affects one’s health.

FOREIGN LANGUAGE DEPARTMENT

FRENCH IGrades: 9-12Credit: 1

French I provides the student with a knowledge of the basic grammatical structures of French. In addition to oral skills, listening/ comprehension drills are included for the beginning development of fluency. Videos and other projects/activities help generate interest in the language and culture.

FRENCH IIGrades: 10-12Credit: 1

This course is a continuation of the grammar studies and oral drills introduced in the first level. French II gives a foundation which, with continued practice, makes fluency possible. As in French I, a variety of cultural activities helps generate interest among the students.

FRENCH IIIGrades: 11-12Credit: 1Prerequisite: “C” or better in French II

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French III expands and refines the skills from the previous courses. The third year places emphasis on grammar and composition during the first semester and on French literature during the second semester.

SPANISH IGrades: 9-12Credit: 1

Spanish I introduces the basic grammatical structures of the language. Listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills are developed. A variety of activities, including films and cultural activities, are used to encourage proficiency. Hispanic culture and history are introduced.

SPANISH IIGrades: 10-12Credit: 1

Spanish II reviews the grammar and vocabulary studied in Spanish I. Spanish II continues with more advanced grammar. Listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills are further developed. A variety of activities-such as games, songs, and films-are continued to encourage proficiency. The study of Hispanic culture and history is continued.

HEALTH AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION DEPARTMENT

HEALTH EDUCATION I (Boys and Girls)Grade: 9Credit: ½

This course is designed to help students develop a heightened sense of personal and social responsibility for health decision making and provides them with the skills necessary to make these choices. This course is taught through the Teenage Health Teaching Modules and focuses on seven priority health issues: Strengthening Relationships with Family and Friends; Living with Feelings and Stress; Protecting Oneself and Others; Tobacco, Alcohol, and Other Drugs; Violence Prevention; First Aid

and CPR; and Nutrition.

PHYSICAL EDUCATION I-BOYSGrade: 9Credit: 1Fee: $20

Physical Education I initiates new learning experiences through various physical activities and is designed to promote interest and skill in recreational activities. Activities included are softball, football, basketball, volleyball, golf, and weight training.

PHYSICAL EDUCATION II-BOYSGrade: 10Credit: 1Fee: $20

Physical Education II initiates new learning experiences-in both individual and team sports-through various activities that include physical and motor fitness, volleyball, archery, tennis, badminton, and basketball. Each student will complete a six-week unit of health-first aid.

PHYSICAL EDUCATION III, IV-BOYSGrades: 11-12Credit: 1 (each year)Fee: $20This elective offers students an opportunity to participate in recreational activities including football, track, volleyball, tennis, softball, weight lifting, and basketball. Students are skill tested in each unit.

PHYSICAL EDUCATION I-GIRLSGrade: 9Credit: 1Fee: $20Lockers $2

Physical Education I includes basic fundamentals and play for both individual and team sports. The course is designed to teach team and individual sports as well as recreational activities such as softball, volleyball, basketball, tinikling, bowling, archery, badminton, and aerobics. Emphasis is placed on group participation, sportsmanship, history of the activity, knowledge of rules, and improvement of skill level.

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PHYSICAL EDUCATION II-GIRLSGrade: 10Credit: 1Fee: $20Lockers $2

The course is designed to teach team and individual sports as well as recreational activities such as softball, volleyball, basketball, tinikling, bowling, archery, badminton, and aerobics. Emphasis is placed on group participation, sportsmanship, history of activity, knowledge of rules and improvement of skill level.

PHYSICAL EDUCATION III, IV-GIRLSGrades: 11-12Credit: 1 (each year)Fee: $20Lockers $2

The course is designed to teach team and individual sports as well as recreational activities such as softball, volleyball, basketball, tinikling, bowling, archery, badminton, and aerobics. Emphasis is placed on group participation, sportsmanship, history of activities, knowledge of rules and improvement of skill level.

PHYSICAL EDUCATION-ATHLETES(special permission)Grades: 9-12Credit: 1 (each year)

Any student involved in athletics must be approved by the coach for these activities. State requirements are observed.

SPORTS MEDICINE IGrades: 9-12

The course is designed to provide an overview of the field of sports medicine as well as expose students to fundamental skills involved in a sports medicine healthcare setting. Students will learn about the study of medicine and how the field of sports medicine is unique in its focus

and delivery of healthcare.

SPORTS MEDICINE II:Grades: 10-12

The course is designed to provide students withan overview of the pathology of sports injuriesand the basic management skills. Students willlearn about the body’s response to an injury andhow to apply basic emergency action principlesand skills. An emphasis is placed on an athlete’s psychological and sociological response to an injury and basic coping strategies utilized by healthcare professions to assist them to recovery.

SPORTS MEDICINE III:Grades: 11-12

The course is designed to provide a knowledge base on the management techniques of athletic injuries and illnesses used by professional healthcare providers. It also allows students the opportunity to select their own sports medicine topics for further study.

MATHEMATICS DEPARTMENT

Students are reminded that a college preparatory curriculum includes at least four years of mathematics. Three of the four required are Algebra I, Algebra II, and Geometry.

ADVANCED MATHEMATICS, DUAL ENROLLMENT Grades: 11-12Credit: 1Prerequisites: Algebra II, Geometry

Advanced Mathematics is an intensive study

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of trigonometry, vector algebra, complex numbers, matrices sequences and series, symbolic logic, probability, conic sections, and polynomials functions. This course provides a rich preparation for college mathematics, science, and related fields including engineering. It is recommended for students who plan to major in any of these areas or in business administration. The graphing calculator is used in units presented in this course.

ALGEBRA IGrade: 9Credit: 1Prerequisite: Basic or above on 8th grade LEAP

ANDC+ average in 8th Grade Mathematics Course

This course includes understanding the use of the language of algebra, performing operations with real numbers, solving linear equations and inequalities, computations with polynomials, factoring polynomials, performing operations with algebraic fractions, solving quadratic equations and understanding the integration of algebra with other mathematics. All students will take an End of Course (EOC) test in this subject.

ALGEBRA I (H)Grade: 9Credit: 1

Prerequisites: (Pending PP approval)Mastery or above on 8th grade LEAP

ANDA/B Average in 8th grade mathematics course

ANDRecommendation of 8th grade mathematics teacher

This course includes understanding the use of the language of algebra, performing operations with real numbers, solving linear equations and inequalities, solving systems of equations, computations with polynomials, factoring polynomials, performing operations with algebraic fractions, solving quadratic equations and understanding the integration of algebra with other mathematics. Emphasis is placed on real world applications. All students will take an End of Course (EOC) test in this subject.

ALGEBRA IIGrades: 10-12Credit: 1Prerequisite: Completion of Algebra I with a D+

ORCompletion of Integrated Math I and Integrated Math II with a D+ (JUMPSTART ONLY, bypasses Geometry EOC)This course includes working with properties of real numbers, sets and set notation, equations and inequalities, graphing systems of equations, relations and functions, rational expressions, radicals and quadratic functions, complex numbers and quadratic equations, conic sections and exponential and logarithmic functions.

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ALGEBRA II (H)Grades: 10-11Credit: 1Prerequisites: Completion of Algebra I Honors with C+

AND Good/Excellent on Algebra I EOC

This course covers all topics presented in Algebra II on Level but in greater depth. More emphasis is placed on theory, derivation, and real world applications.

ALGEBRA III Grade: 11-12Credits: 1 high school for Advanced

Math or Algebra III and 3 college

Prerequisites: Completion of Algebra II with a D+

ORCompletion of Integrated Math III with a

D+

Transition to College Mathematics: This course is a problem based fourth year mathematics course designed to prepare students for college or career. There is an emphasis on modeling and inquiry and is appropriate for career-bound or college-

bound students whose programs of study do not require calculus.

CALCULUS (H)Grade: 11-12Credit: 1Prerequisite: Completion of Algebra II Honors or higher course with a B+

Honors Calculus is the study of college algebra, differential and integral concepts needed for Business Calculus. It is designed for general business, finance, economics, accounting, management and marketing students.

Topics include differential and integral calculus of algebraic, logarithmic, and exponential functions with applications to business and economics (Non-trig based course).

FINANCIAL MATH IGrades: 9-12Credit: ½

Personal Finance: This course includes budgeting procedures, housing costs, automobile ownership, purchasing consumer goods, personal income, banking, installment buying, income tax and other taxes, insurance, retirement income, and statistical information. This course will also include ACT Prep material. This course does not count for TOPS.

FINANCIAL MATH IICredit: 9-12Prerequisite: 1/2

Business Finance: This course includes application of basic mathematic fundamentals to business situations that occur in home and in business. It includes personal and business banking, personal and business budgeting, long and short-term credit, interest, and investments. It may include use of calculators and computers to solve business application problems. Satisfies Mathematics or elective requirements). This course also includes ACT Prep materials.

GEOMETRYGrade: 10Credit: 1Prerequisite: Completion of Algebra I with a D+

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geometric relationships in a plane, properties of angles and perpendicular lines, methods of reasoning and types of simple proofs, recognition and application of an angle, the characteristics of a circle, perimeter, area, and volume of geometric figures. All students will take an End of Course (EOC) test in this subject.

GEOMETRY HONORSGrade: 9-10Credit: 1Prerequisite: Pending PP Approval:Completion of Algebra I Honors with C+

AND/ORGood/Excellent on Algebra I EOC

This course covers all topics discussed in On Level Geometry but more emphasis is placed on applications. Additional topics covered include trigonometry, polygons, similar triangles, and probability. Appropriate use of scientific and graphing calculators, manipulative and applications software will be an integral part of the instruction and assessment. Emphasis is placed on independent modeling, practice, discovery and problem-solving assignments and projects. Students will be expected to demonstrate transferring of geometric concepts to new and different situations. All students will take an End of Course (EOC) test in this subject.

INTEGRATED MATHEMATICS IGrade: 9Credit: 1Prerequisites: Approaching Basic on the 8th LEAP Math

ORD/F Average in 8th Grade Math

ORBasic on 8th LEAP AND D/F Average in 8th Grade Math

This course includes an introduction to high school level algebra and geometry topics within a project based learning format. Algebra topics include operations with rational numbers, solving equations, graphing (transformations, translations, rate of change, slope), linear functions (graphing, systems, linear inequalities), exponents and functions, statistics, linear regression, geometry introduction to constructions and software, congruence, and transformations.

INTEGRATED MATHEMATICS IIGrade: 10Credit: 1Prerequisite: Completion of Integrated Math I with a D+

This course is a continuation of study begun in Integrated Mathematics I. This course includes a study of algebra and geometry skills including radicals and roots, exponents, operations with polynomials, factoring polynomials, quadratic formula, graphing quadratic functions, complex numbers, function basics, exponential functions, transforming graphs, basic probability, geometric congruence and proof, similarity, and circles.

All students will take the Algebra I End of Course (EOC) test at the end of this course.

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INTEGRATED MATHEMATICS IIIGrades: 11-12Prerequisite: Completion of Integrated Math II with a D+

This course is a continuation of study begun in Integrated Mathematics II. The course includes more advanced algebra and geometry topics.All students will take the Geometry End of Course (EOC) test at the end of this course.

MATH ESSENTIALS IGrade: 9-12Credit: 1/2Prerequisites: None

This course covers solving equations, absolute value equations, and systems of equations, basic functions including linear and absolute value, exponent rules and operations with polynomials, exponential functions, and will also include ACT Prep Material.

MATH ESSENTIALS II Grade: 9-12Credit: 1/2Prerequisite: Math Essentials I with D+

This course covers quadratic and square root functions, factoring polynomials, solving quadratic equations using 5 methods, and basic function concepts, and will also include ACT Prep Material.

PRE-CALCULUS (H)Grade: 11-12Credits: 1 high school and 3 college

credits

Prerequisites: Completion of Algebra II Honors with a B+

OR

Completion of Algebra II with an A.

Pre-Calculus Honors topics include a review of Algebra II, the nature of graphs of polynomial and rational functions, trigonometry, exponential and logarithmic functions, sequences and series, and polar coordinates.

REMEDIAL MATHGrade: 9Credit: 1 elective credit

Remedial Math is an entry-level career diploma class designed to strengthen basic pre-algebra concepts to prepare students for Algebra or Integrated Math I.

MUSIC DEPARTMENT

BAND PERFORMANCE I, II, III, IV(special permission)Grades: 9-12Credit: 1 (each year)Fee: $30 (each year) + $30 (each

year for use of school-owned instrument)

Membership in Advanced Band is open to all band students. This group serves as the marching band in the fall semester. Members are required to participate in after-school rehearsals in addition to the regular class period performances. This group performs at football games, parades, and competition festivals. The group serves as the Concert Band at the conclusion of the football season. During the spring semester, the group will perform at concerts, large ensemble festivals, and other functions. Students must have a minimum of two years of experience on the instrument unless approved by the instructor.

BEGINNING CHOIR(special permission)Grades: 9Credit: 1

Subject matter for this course includes basic theory and vocal technique. Performance is a requirement for this course. The student

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must be present for performances.

INTERMEDIATE CHOIR(special permission)Grades: 10-12Credit: 1Prerequisite: Beginning Choir

Subject matter for this course includes basic theory and vocal technique. Performance is a requirement for this course. The student must be present for performances.

ADVANCED CHOIR I

Grades: 11-12Credit: 1Prerequisite: Intermediate Choir

Subject matter for this course includes basic theory and vocal technique. Performance is a requirement for this course. The student must be present for performances.

ADVANCED CHOIR II

Grades: 12Credit: 1Prerequisite: Advanced Choir I

Subject matter for this course includes basic theory and vocal technique. Performance is a requirement for this course. The student must be present for performances.

MUSIC APPRECIATION/FINE ART SURVEY - DUAL ENROLLMENTGrades: 11 – 12Credits: 1 high school (Fine Arts Survey or Mus. Appr.) & 3 college Prerequisites: Complete an application;

meet Delta Community College DE admissions requirements

Fee: Textbook purchase or rental

Music appreciation is designed to foster an understanding of music through the study of

selected examples of musical works. Emphasis is placed upon the analysis of compositions in conjunction with references to cultural and historical developments. On completion of this course, the student will be able to demonstrate in writing and through class discussion, the ability to accurately identify examples of music from the following: Baroque, Classical, Romantic, and Contemporary Art Music; demonstrate the ability to determine therudiments of musical sound, notation and structure; demonstrate through interpretation the essential elements of musical style from historical style periods through contemporary music; demonstrate familiarity with the influences of ethnic and indigenous American Music.

SCIENCE DEPARTMENT

BIOLOGY IGrades: 9-12Credit: 1This is a general biology course designed to familiarize students with inter-relationships of living environmental adaptations. The course places emphasis on origin, structure, function, and dynamics of life. Laboratory work and demonstrations are included in the course of study.

BIOLOGY I (H)Grades: 9-12Credit: 1Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation for

9th graders.

This course is designed to provide highly motivated students an in-depth experience in biology on the high school level. Areas of work include cellular biology, microbiology, heredity, diversity, plants, animal life including the human body, and how organisms are related to each other and their environment.

BIOLOGY IIGrades: 10-12Credit: 1Prerequisite: Biology I

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This course is a continuation of Biology I concepts which are designed to familiarize students with inter-relationships of living environmental adaptations. This course covers the origin, structure, function, and dynamics of living things. Other concepts include vertebrate biological studies (fish, reptiles, amphibians, birds, and mammals).

BIOLOGY II (H)Grades: 10-12Credit: 1Prerequisite: Biology I

This course is designed to provide motivated students an in-depth experience in the anatomy and physiology of the human body. This is an excellent course for students who plan to enter one of the fields of medicine as a career.

BIOLOGY II (DUAL ENROLLMENT)Essentials OF Human Anatomy and physiologyGrades: 11—12Credit: 1 high school, 3 collegePrerequisite: Biology I

This course is designed to provide students with a more in-depth study of the human body with special emphasis upon the structure and functions of the organ systems of the human body, including the anatomy of the vocal and hearing mechanisms

CHEMISTRY IGrades: 10-12Credit: 1Prerequisite: Algebra I

Chemistry is a math based science which deals with the composition and properties of matter. It encompasses a study of the elements and their periodic function, basic atomic theory, application and use of moles, nomenclature, and writing and balancing chemical equations. Basic laboratory

techniques will be studied and used in conjunction with topics covered in the classroom. This course is designed for college-bound students and is a TOPS requirement. Higher order thinking skills are necessary to be successful.

CHEMISTRY I (H)Grades: 11-12Credit: 1Prerequisite: Algebra I

Chemistry I Honors is a math based science that deals with the composition and properties of matter. This course will encompass a study of the elements and their periodic function; basic atomic theory; application and use of moles; nomenclature; writing and balancing chemical equations; gas laws; acid-base theory: Basic laboratory techniques will be studied. This course is designed for college-bound students and is a TOPS requirement. Higher order thinking skills are necessary to be successful.

CHEMISTRY II DUAL ENROLLMENTGrades: 11-12Credit: 1Prerequisites: Chemistry I, Algebra II

This course is offered through Louisiana Tech University and provides for the advanced study in chemistry and is recommended for any student interested in a medical or chemical-related field. Included areas of investigation are organic chemistry, biochemistry, and nuclear chemistry. Projects and laboratory work are required.

DIGITAL ELECTRONICS Grades: 9-12Credit: 1Pre-requisite: POE and must have a B

average in previous Math and Sciences courses

This course is the study of electronic circuits that are used to process and control digital signals. Digital electronics is the foundation of all modern electronic devices such as cellular phones, MP3 focus of the DE course is to expose studentsto the design process of combinational and sequential logic design, teamwork,

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communication methods, engineering standards, and technical documentation.

ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCEGrades: 11-12Credit: 1Prerequisite: Biology IEnvironmental Science is the study of general and human ecology, wise use of resources, major and alternate sources of energy, and the effect of pollution on the environment and all organisms. The course is designed to use scientific principles to study natural processes and change within the environment and to identify human activities that adversely impact it.

INTRODUCTION TOENGINEERING DESIGN (IED)Grades: 9-12Credit: 1

In this course, students use 3D solid modeling design software to help them design solutions to solve proposed problems. Students will learn how to document their work and communicate solutions to peers and members of the professional community. The major focus of the IED course is to expose students to the design process, research and analysis, teamwork, communication methods, global and human impacts, engineering standards, and technical documentation.

PHYSICAL SCIENCEGrade: 9Credit: 1

This course emphasizes the physical aspects of science and will cover the physical and chemical structure and characteristics of atoms and matter; motion, including mass, weight, force, and acceleration; using and conserving energy; characteristics and speed of sound waves; light, players, laptop computers, digital cameras, andhigh-definition televisions. The major color, reflection, and refraction of light waves; electricity, magnetism, and heat. Physical Science is required for all 9th grade students who have not already received a credit for this course.

PHYSICAL SCIENCE (H)Grade: 9Credit: 1Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation

This course consists of the topics covered in Physical Science with the addition of application of the critical thinking process. The course is divided into two parts. The first semester is introductory physics which is the study of the laws that determine the structure of the universe with reference to matter and energy of which it consists. The second semester is introductory chemistry, which is the study of the elements and compounds which make up the universe.

PHYSICS (H)Grade: 12Credit: 1Prerequisites: Algebra II; Advanced Math

recommended & may be taken concurrently

Physics is the intensive study of the principles and applications of mechanics, sound, heat, light, electricity, magnetism, radioactivity, and nuclear physics. Related word problems are included for each unit.

PHYSICSGrade: 12Credit: 1Prerequisites: Algebra II; Advanced Math

recommended & may be taken concurrently

Physics is the intensive study of the principles and applications of mechanics, sound, heat, light, electricity, magnetism, radioactivity, and nuclear physics. Related word problems are included for each unit.

PRINCIPLES OF ENGINEERING (POE)Grades: 9-12Credit: 1Pre-requisite : IED; Must have a B average

in previous Math and Science courses

This survey course of engineering exposes students to some of the major concepts

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encountered in a postsecondary engineering course of study. Students have an opportunity to investigate engineering and high-tech careers and to develop skills and understanding of course concepts. Students employ engineering and scientific concepts in the solution of engineering design problems. They develop problem-solving skills and apply their knowledge of research and design to create solutions to various challenges. Students also learn how to document their work and communicate their solutions to peers and members of the professional community.

SOCIAL STUDIES DEPARTMENT

AMERICAN HISTORYGrade: 11Credit: 1American History is the study of our nation’s history from the exploration period to the present. Emphasis is placed on correlating past and contemporary events.

AMERICAN HISTORY (H)Grade: 11Credit: 1

Students in American History (H) will cover the same topics as those covered in regular American History classes, but in more depth. College preparatory in nature, note-taking, document analysis, organizational, and test-taking skills are taught and stressed. Written and oral reports, as well as Social Studies projects, are required.

AMERICAN HISTORY – DUAL ENROLLMENTGrades: 11 & 12Credit: 2 high school (Am. Hist.

and/or SS Elective) and 6 college credits

Prerequisites: Complete an application and meet LA Tech DE Admissions

Fee: Possible textbook purchase or

rentalFirst semester is the history of the United States, from 1492-1877, a survey of American history from discovery through Reconstruction. Second semester is the

study of the history of the United States from 1877 to the present, a survey of American history from Reconstruction to the present.

BIBLE AS HISTORY & LITERATUREGrade: 11-12Credit: ½-1

This course is designed to teach the Bible with primary emphasis on the text in order to equip the student with a fundamental understanding of the important literary forms contained in the Bible as well as people and symbols often referred to in literature, art, and music; to equip the student with a foundational understanding of the influence of the Bible on history, law, American community life, and culture; to give insight into the world views of America’s Founding Fathers and to understand the Biblical influences on their views on human rights; to provide a greater knowledge of Middle-Eastern history, geography, religion, and politics; to inform the students of the importance of religion in world and national history, without imposing the doctrine of any particular religious sect.

CIVICSGrade: 10-12Credit: 1 credit

Civics is the study of the duties, rights, and privileges of citizenship. Emphasis is placed on the operation of federal, state, and local governments and the role of the individual citizen with respect to his/her duties in a democracy. The course focuses on the

Constitution and decision-making in the lives of citizens.

CIVICS (H)Grade: 10-12Credit: 1 credit

Civics is the study of the duties, rights, and privileges of citizenship. Emphasis is placed on the operation of federal, state, and local governments and the role of the individual citizen with respect to his/her duties in a democracy. The course focuses on the Constitution and decision-making in the lives of citizens.

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SOCIOLOGYGrade: 9-12Credit: ½

Sociology, the study of people is designed to help students understand the dynamics of behavior in society. The effects of crime, poverty, and other activities on the home, school, and community are discussed.

SOCIOLOGY - DUAL ENROLLMENTGrades: 11 & 12Credit: 1 high school (Sociology or Soc. Stu. Elective) and 3 college

creditsPrerequisites: Delta Community College DE AdmissionsFee: $15 Textbook purchase or rental

This class is taught concurrently with W. History DE. Sociology, the study of people, is designed to help students understand the dynamics of behavior in society. The effects of crime, poverty, and other activities on the home, school, and community are discussed.

PSYCHOLOGYGrade: 9-12Credit: 1

A survey of the principal methods and findings of scientific psychology in a variety of areas, including biological bases of behavior, sensation and perception, learning, motivation, emotion, cognitive processes, personality, abnormal psychology, and social psychology.

PSYCHOLOGY - DUAL ENROLLMENTGrades: 11 & 12Credit: 1 high school (Psych. or Soc.

Stu. Elective) and 3 college Credits

Prerequisites: Complete an application; meet

Delta Community College DE

admissions requirements Fee: $15 Textbook purchase or rental

This class is taught concurrently with Western Civilization DE. Psychology is a study of how we think, feel, and act. It involves the scientific study of mental processes behavior, and interpersonal relationships. Psychology also refers to the application of such knowledge to human activity, including issues related to every day life (e.g. family, education, and employment) and the treatment of mental health problems. Psychologists attempt to understand the role of these functions in individual and social behavior. Psychology includes many sub-fields of study and application concerned with such areas as human development, sports, health, industry, media and law.

WESTERN CIVILIZATION - DUAL ENROLLMENTGrade: 11-12Credits: 1 high school and 3 college

creditsPrerequisites: Complete an application; meet

Delta Community College DE admissions requirements

Fee: $15 Textbook purchase or rental

This class is taught concurrently with Psychology DE and is a survey of civilization of the world to 1650, with major emphasis on western civilization.

WORLD GEOGRAPHYGrades: 9-10Credit: 1

The study of geography aims to make students knowledgeable about other people and places and about the effects of world events in everyday lives. Major concepts are map skills, physical geography, natural resources, population, current events, and regional studies. The course relates cultures and countries to one another, and especially to the United States.

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WORLD GEOGRAPHY (H)Grade: 9-10Credit: 1

Students in World Geography (H) will cover the same topics as those covered in regular World Geography. This course provides the student with college preparatory skills in topography, climate, and culture studies. The course will analyze and relate key elements of all major world cultures. Analytical and creative thinking skills will be maximized through compositions and modeling of concepts.

WORLD HISTORYGrades: 10-12Credit: 1

World History provides knowledge of major cultural changes in all of the world’s civilizations from the first records to the present. The course strives to engender within the student the ability to analyze and relate the importance of these changes to our modern culture.

WORLD HISTORY (H)Grades: 10-12Credit: 1

Students in World History (H) will cover the same topics as those covered in regular World History classes. Regular features of this course will include team and peer explorations and enactments of major events and eras under study. The course will require a social studies project (to be completed by mid-January) and a research paper.

WORLD HISTORY - DUAL ENROLLMENTGrades: 11 & 12Credit: 1 high school (W. Hist. or Soc.

Stu. Elective) and 3 college creditsPrerequisites: Complete an application; meet

Delta Community College DE

admissions requirements Fee: $15 Textbook purchase or

rental

This class is taught concurrently with Sociology DE. World History provides knowledge of major cultural changes in all of the world’s civilizations from the first records to the present. The course strives to engender within the student the ability to analyze and relate the importance of these changes to our modern culture.CRIMINAL JUSTICEGrades: 9-12Credit: 1

This course is a Social Studies elective. Students in Criminal Justice will discover the fundamental elements of the criminal justice system in respect to structure, ideals, theories, crime statistics, criminal activity, and society’s view of crime. Key activities of this course will include lecture, cooperative learning, and individual exploration of the content. The course will involve numerous writing assignments as well as the use of the scientific method.

SPEECH DEPARTMENT

SPEECH - DUAL ENROLLMENTGrades: 11 – 12Credits: 1 high school & 3 college creditsPrerequisites: Complete an application; meet

Delta Community College DE admissions

requirementsFee: Textbook purchase or rental

This course is taught concurrently with Art Appreciation DE. It is designed to teach students basic public presentations principles and skills. Students complete one speech of introduction, one informative speech, one demonstration speech, one persuasive speech, and one special occasion speech. The ethics of public speaking are also considered.

THEATRE IGrades: 10-12Credit: 1In this course, students develop the ability to

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understand themselves as a communicator. They will show how attitudes, feelings, and behavior affect and are displayed by their communication. Students will identify their strengths and weaknesses as communicators on each level of communication-interpersonal, group, and public.

THEATRE IIGrades: 11-12Credit: 1Prerequisite: Theatre I

This course is designed to help students become aware of and sensitive to the communication attempts of other people. Students in this class will also trace the historical development of drama. Students will be trained and prepared to act in plays, contribute to the production of a play, and participate in an informal theater performance. Instruction in videography and news broadcasts is also included.

VOCATIONAL EDUCATION – Delta Community College (DCC) – BASTROP

CAMPUS

Juniors and seniors who are on track to graduate and can schedule a three-hour block of time for the entire school year may be eligible to enroll at Delta Community College-Bastrop Campus. Students interested in this option should get an application for admissions from their counselor.

NURSE ASSISTANT Grade: 11-12Credits: 3 high school and 3 DCC Prerequisite: Complete an application and

meet DCC DE requirementsFee: Purchase a uniform

The Nurse Assistant Certificate Program prepares students for employment in long-term care facilities, home health agencies, and hospitals where basic bedside nursing care is needed. Classroom instruction includes an introduction to health care, essential OBRA skills required for certification, body structure and function,

and the job-seeking process, with an introduction to computer skills, as it relates to the health care industry. Students participate in clinical activities at approved facilities under supervision of the instructor. Upon successful completion of this program the student is qualified for universal certification and employment in the areas of long-term care, home health care, and acute care.

WELDING Technical DiplomaGrades: 11-12Credits: 3 High School and 3 DCCPrerequisite: Complete an application and

meet DCC DE requirementsFee: $50 for supplies

The purpose of the Welding Program is to prepare individuals for employment in the field of welding. Instruction is provided in various processes and techniques of welding including oxyfuel cutting, carbon arc cutting, shielded metal arc welding, gas tungsten arc welding, flux-cored arc welding, gas metal arc welding, pipe-welding, plasma arc cutting, blueprint reading, weld symbols, and joints. After completion of this program, the students will have covered the skills designated by the AWS (American Welding Society) and will be prepared to take the AWS Entry Level Welder test.

OFFICE SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGY Technical DiplomaGrade: 11-12Credits: 3 High School & DCCPrerequisite: Complete an application and

meet DCC DE requirements

This program prepares individuals to perform the duties of special assistants for business executives and top management. It includes instruction in business communications, public relations, scheduling and travel management, conference and meeting recording, report preparation, office equipment and procedures, office supervisory skills, professional standards, and legal requirements.

COMPUTER SPECIALIST ( APPLICATIONS)Grade: 11-12

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Prerequisite: Complete an application and

meet DCC DE requirementsCredits: 3 High School & 3 DCC

Students will be trained to operate a microcomputer using current operating systems software; use spreadsheet software to create, modify and design spreadsheets and graphs; use database software to create and modify databases, create and modify databases queries, and create, modify, and print database reports; use word processing software to create documents; use a computer network

INDUSTRIAL ELECTRONICS TECHNOLOGYTechnical DiplomaGrade: 11-12Credits: 3 High School and 3 DCCPrerequisite: Complete an application and

meet DCC DE requirementsFee: Purchase a calculator

The Industrial Electronics Technology program generally prepares individuals to assemble, install, operate, maintain, and repair electrical/electronic equipment used in business and industry. This course includes instruction, on actual equipment or associated trainers, relating to power supplies, amplifiers, motors, digital and computer circuitry, programmable controllers, computer peripherals, general robotic applications, lasers, fiber optics, communication systems, and video systems.

BIOMEDICAL EQUIPMENT TECHNOLOGYGrade: 11-12Credits: 3 High School and 3 DCCPrerequisite: Complete an application and

meet DCC DE requirements

The Biomedical Equipment Technology program prepares individuals to manufacture, install, calibrate, operate and maintain life-support equipment found in hospitals, medical centers, and research laboratories. It also includes instruction in the use of testing and diagnostic

instruments; calibrating techniques; potential hazards and safety precautions; and methods of installation, repair, maintenance, and operation of the equipment. Participation in supervision activities directed towards the use, care/maintenance, and servicing of biomedical equipment in a designated hospital and/or medical/research center environment is a requirement of this program.

INDUSTRIAL INSTRUMENTATION TECHNOLOGYGrade: 11-12Credits: 3 High School and 3 DCCPrerequisite: Complete an application and

meet DCC DE requirements

Installing, maintaining, troubleshooting and repairing various types of measuring and control instruments and peripherals.

SPECIAL COURSE OFFERINGS

A.C.T. PREP (AMERICAN COLLEGE TEST)Grades: 11-12Credit: ½

This course is a one-semester course designed to prepare the students to take the ACT/SAT tests. Students will review basic concepts in English, mathematics, reading, and science reasoning. In addition, students will be taught how to use test-taking strategies on these tests.

CAREER READINESS 101 Grades: 11 – 12Credit: 1/2

This course is designed to provide the Work Keys Components tools that enable and empower a student to succeed by improving academic and job resource skills, and by enhancing personal development. On completion of this course, the student will be able to increase knowledge of resources required for academic success, assess and inventory current strengths and areas for growth, identify personal and professional goals, define career goals and strategies for reaching goals, and review academic skills such as note-taking, test-taking, memory, etc.

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PROCESS TECHNOLOGY I - DUAL ENROLLMENTGrades: 11-12Credit: 1 High School & 3 Delta Com. CollegePrerequisite: Complete an application; meet

Delta Community College DE admissions requirements;

ACT 15/PLAN 14 or Work Keys test Fee: Possible textbook purchase or rental.

This course is designed to prepare students to control and monitor the systems that run industrial plants. It is designed to provide introductory assistance to students on how to use instrumentation and lab equipment to maintain safe work areas and keep plants in compliance with regulatory requirements. It is also designed to teach students to use knowledge of computers, math, physics, and chemistry to keep industrial plants running safely and efficiently.

PROCESS INSTRUMENTATION - DUAL ENROLLMENTGrades: 11-12Credit: 1 High School & 3 Delta Com. CollegePrerequisite: Complete Process

Technology I, complete an application; meet Delta Community College

DE admissions requirements; ACT 15/PLAN 14 or Work

Keys test

Fee: Possible textbook purchase or

Rental

This course involves the study of the instruments and instrument systems used in the chemical processing industry including terminology, and basic troubleshooting.

QUALITY CONTROL-DUAL

ENROLLMENTGrades: 11—12Credit 1 high school & 3 Delta Comm. CollegePrerequisite: Complete an application; meet Delta Community College DE admissions requirements; ACT 15/PLAN 14 or Work Keys test

This course is designed to introduce students to industry and laboratory related quality concepts including operating consistency continuous improvement, economics, team skills, root cause analysis/scientific reasoning, precision and accuracy and accuracy of measuring system and statistical process control.

SAFETY, HEALTH, & THE ENVIRONMENT-DUAL ENROLLMENT

Grades: 11—12Credit 1 high school & 3 Delta Comm. CollegePrerequisite: Complete an application; meet Delta Community College DE admissions requirements; ACT 15/PLAN 14 or Work Keys test

This course is designed to provide students with an introduction to the various types of hazards for which industry are governed. Some of the many regulations emphasized will be plant hazards, safety hazards, and environmental systems and equipment hazards.

STUDY SKILLS I, II, III, IVGrades: 9-12Credit: 1Prerequisite: Current Evaluation by Pupil

Appraisal

This course is available as elective credit necessary for graduation for those students who qualify. The student earns credit for resource room assistance. A daily schedule provides individualized activities that are short, achievable, and carefully selected to strengthen the weaknesses while capitalizing

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on student strengths. Whenever possible, remediation is correlated with the student’s textbooks for other courses. THIS COURSE SHOULD NOT BE MISTAKEN FOR A STUDY HALL. Its purpose is to continue to develop basic academic skills, to provide tutorial assistance, to assist the student in improving self-concept and self-confidence, and to help the student function more adequately in the regular classroom.

ACADEMICALLY GIFTED PROGRAM (G)

Students must meet the Louisiana State Department of Education guidelines for gifted education as outlined in Bulletin 1508. Students requesting gifted recognition are referred to the School Building Level Committee (SBLC) for the initial testing. The student’s guidance counselor can provide additional information.

SECTION 504 IDENTIFICATIONSection 504 defines those students who have any physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more major life activities (including learning). These students can be afforded classroom modifications in the regular setting if the student has been evaluated by the school system. The student’s guidance counselor can provide additional information

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FOUR YEAR PLAN SHEETBASTROP HIGH SCHOOL

9TH GRADE 1ST SEMESTER 9TH GRADE 2ND SEMESTER CR.

CR.

ENGLISH I ENGLISH IMATH MATH -SCIENCE SCIENCESOC. STY. SOC. STY.HEALTH (9TH OR 10TH) HEALTH (9TH OR 10TH)

P.E. P.E.

10TH GRADE 1ST SEMESTER 10TH GRADE 2ND SEMESTER CR.

CR.

ENGLISH II ENGLISH IIMATH MATHSCIENCE SCIENCESOC. STY. SOC. STY.P.E. P.E.

11TH GRADE 1ST SEMESTER 11TH GRADE 2ND SEMESTER CR.

CR.

ENGLISH III ENGLISH IIIMATH MATHSCIENCE SCIENCESOC. STY. SOC. STY.

12TH GRADE 1ST SEMESTER 12TH GRADE 2ND SEMESTER CR.

CR.

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MATH MATHSCIENCE SCIENCESOC. STY. SOC. STY.

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