CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL. A Registration Guide for Students and Parents. 124 North 20 th Street Omaha, NE

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2 CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL A Registration Guide for Students and Parents 124 North 20 th Street Omaha, NE Mission The mission of Central High School is to continue a tradition of excellence emphasizing academic achievement, responsible global citizenship, pride in diversity and enduring scholarship.

3 TABLE OF CONTENTS CREDIT LIMITS... 2 GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS... 3 THE AP PROGRAM... 4 OVERVIEW OF AP COURSE EXPECTATIONS... 4 DUAL ENROLLMENT... 6 COURSE MARK (GRADE) REPLACEMENT GUIDELINES... 6 CREDIT RECOVERY GUIDELINES... 7 CENTRAL HIGH COUNSELING... 7 PERSONAL LEARNING PLAN (PLP)... 6 REGISTRATION TIMELINE... 6 ELECTIVE OVERVIEW BY DEPARTMENT... 7 CONNECTING CLASSES TO PERSONAL GOALS... 9 NEBRASKA CAREER EDUCATION MODEL COLLEGE PREPARATORY CURRICULUM Summary of the Nebraska University System Core Course Requirements NCAA REQUIREMENTS ART DEPARTMENT BUSINESS/MARKETING/TECHNOLOGY DEPARTMENT CAD/DESIGN ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT ENGLISH DEPARTMENT ESL DEPARTMENT FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCES DEPARTMENT INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE DIPLOMA PROGRAMME MATHEMATICS DEPARTMENT MILITARY SCIENCE DEPARTMENT PERFORMING ARTS DEPARTMENT PHYSICAL EDUCATION DEPARTMENT SCIENCE DEPARTMENT SOCIAL STUDIES DEPARTMENT SPECIAL EDUCATION DEPARTMENT WORLD LANGUAGES DEPARTMENT OMAHA PUBLIC SCHOOLS CAREER CENTER COCURRICULAR ACTIVITIES Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information presented in this course catalog. Central High School reserves the right to correct any errors. Students will be informed of all corrections.

4 CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL The Course Catalog will assist students and parents in the selection of courses at the time of registration. It should be especially useful to new students entering Central High School. Central is a four-year high school that emphasizes advanced education pursuits. It is an open enrollment school, available to any student living anywhere in the Omaha Public Schools District. For the college-bound student, we offer a strong academic program which provides students the opportunity to take Honors, Advanced Placement, and Dual Enrollment classes and earn college credits. In 2012 Central High School was admitted into the International Baccalaureate Programme. For students interested in college or improving their employability immediately after graduation, we offer excellent programs which give them the opportunity to develop skills in areas such as business, accounting, finance, marketing, drafting, and family and consumer science. Central High students interested in radio and television broadcasting, digital photography, culinary arts and management, commercial design, health occupations, automotive technology, auto body and collision, motor sport repair, and building construction have the opportunity to take these classes at the Omaha Public Schools Career Center. One serious task of students is selecting courses and working out an educational program that includes requirements for graduation and subjects that are interesting and suitable for future needs. We encourage students to discuss course choices with their parents/guardians as they develop and refine their four-year plan with counselors. Students should set high but reasonable goals and take full advantage of the numerous opportunities available to them at Central High School. CREDIT LIMITS Students should realize that their first responsibility is to academic achievement. They should choose co-curricular activities carefully and in accordance with the amount of time they can afford without affecting academic achievement. All students are encouraged to make the most of their education and take 8 credits per semester. Students in grades 9-11 are required to register for a minimum of 7 credits per semester. Seniors are encouraged to take eight credits each semester. Colleges and employers are looking for rigor in course work. Seniors have the option of requesting an early release, but must take a minimum of 5 credits each semester with parent approval. There is no guarantee of early release for seniors and they should NOT make work or other commitments based on their school schedule until after they receive their schedule at All Student Orientation in August. Seniors with only five or six credits in their schedule each semester are VERY LIKELY to have a study hall included as well. 2

5 Omaha Public Schools Graduation & College Entrance Requirements OPS GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS COLLEGE ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS* SUBJECT CREDITS YEARS English Social Studies Mathematics Science Physical Education Human Growth & Development Electives World Language TOTAL 8 CREDITS Grade 9 English 1 & 2 Grade 10 English 3 & 4 Grade 11 English 5 & 6 Grade 12 English 7 & 8 7 CREDITS Grade 9 U.S. History 1 & 2 Grade 10 Geography & Economics/Financial Literacy Grade 11 World History 1 & 2 Grade 12 American Government 6 Credits Grade 9 Math as Recommended Grade 10 Math as Recommended Grade 11 Math as Recommended * * 6 Credits Beginning Class of 2016 (Incoming Freshman Fall 2012) Grade 9 Physical Science 1 & 2 Grade 10 Biology 1 & 2 Grade 11 Science Elective 4 Credits 1 Credit 17 Credits Consider education plans and interests N/A 49 Credits Required For all OPS High Schools *Nebraska College Entrance Requirements: 4 years Fulfilled by OPS requirements 3 years Fulfilled by OPS requirements 3 years Algebra 1-2, Geometry 1-2, Algebra 3-4, UNL One additional year of math beyond Algebra years Fulfilled by OPS requirements N/A 2 3 years of the same language Metro Community College and other Nebraska Community Colleges Only requirement: Proof of graduation from an accredited high school. Nebraska State College System Chadron, Peru, Wayne Only requirement: Proof of graduation from an accredited high school. University of Nebraska System UNO, UNL, UNK (in line with NCAA requirements) See your OPS Student Handbook ON TRACK INDICATORS Grade Level 9 - Freshman 10 - Sophomore 11 - Junior 12 - Senior Credits Earned 14 credits 28 total credits 42 total credits 49 total credits Note: 49 Credits are required to graduate. See Graduation Requirements by Subject in Student Handbook. Graduation is linked to credits earned not to grade level assignment. For students attending King Science Technology Magnet who take Biology and Physical Science their sequence could look different at their respective high schools. * * For students who have successfully completed Physical Science in 8th grade, their sequence will begin with Biology. To graduate from the Omaha Public Schools, a student must earn a minimum of 49 credits. Omaha Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, age, genetic information, citizenship status, or economic status in its programs, activities and employment and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following individual has been designated to address inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Superintendent of Schools, 3215 Cuming Street, Omaha, NE ( )

6 THE AP PROGRAM The College Board s Advanced Placement Program is a nation-wide cooperative educational endeavor between secondary schools, colleges, and universities. Since its inception in 1955, the AP Program has provided motivated high school students with the opportunity to take college-level courses in a high school setting. Students who participate in the Program not only gain college-level skills, but in many cases they earn college credit while they are still in high school. Dedicated and enthusiastic high school teachers, following course guidelines developed and published by the College Board, teach AP courses. The Program s success is rooted in the collaborative efforts of motivated students, dedicated teachers, and Central High School. By participating in the AP Program, Central High students make a commitment to the rigor and challenge of college-level courses. The AP program, available for qualifying students, enables students to do college-level work and earn college credit by examination in calculus, statistics, English, history (world and US), economics, human geography, government, psychology, world languages (French, German, Latin, and Spanish), science (biology, chemistry, and physics), music, art, and computer science. Taking honors courses in these subjects prepares students to enter the Advanced Placement classes. AP designation on the transcript for each course is contingent upon authorization of the College Board. Should a staff change occur, the course will be reauthorized upon College Board approval. Regardless of authorization, each course prepares students for the Advanced Placement exam(s) administered in May. OVERVIEW OF AP COURSE EXPECTATIONS Course Title Pages of Reading Required Study Outside of Class Tests/Exams/Paper Projects per semester AP Support Available Dual Enrollment Summer Assignment Art Studio Art Drawing & Studio Art 2D 5-10 hrs/week 24 new college level art works including12 breadth & 12 concentration pieces, article reviews, written critiques, exhibit reviews, artist statement, formal exhibit of personal work, photographs of all breadths and concentrations Before & after school; By appointment No Work on additional breadth pieces and ideas for concentration plus take photos Studio Art 3D 3 articles, research artists for Friday share 5-10 hrs/week new 3-D quality works, 8 breadth pieces, 8-12 concentration pieces, research paper, artist statement, exhibit and article reviews, attendance at a minimum of 3 art exhibits Before & after school No Work on additional breadth pieces and ideas for concentration English English Language English Literature 100 pgs/week fiction and non-fiction 100 pgs/week fiction and non-fiction 5-7 hrs/week 5-7 hrs/week impromptu themes, 1 prepared theme, 3-4 exams first semester; impromptu themes, 1 research paper and 3-4 exams second semester 1 research paper, 1 project, 5-7 themes, 5 personal essays, 4-5 exams By appointment; By appointment Yes w/midland University Yes w/uno Read 4 novels and complete accompanying work/study guide for each Read 1-2 novels and complete reading log and reflection journal French Language Semester chapters 30 min/day 1-2 quizzes per chapter, 5-6 exams, 1 research project, 3 speaking evaluations, minimum 2 mini projects/chapter Before & after school; By appointment Yes w/ UNO None Language German Language Spanish Language Completion of readings begun in class Voluntary reading from various websites 30 min/day 30 min/day 4 written/reading comprehension tests, 4 speaking tests, 4 listening tests, weekly vocabulary and grammar quizzes, 1 essay 6 listening tests, 4 debates, 1 speaking test, 6 reading tests, grammar term exam, 4 writing assessments, and a cumulative vocabulary test By appointment Before & after school Yes w/uno Yes w/uno None Review vocabulary and reading from provided websites Spanish Literature Completion of readings begun in class, review of readings 30 min/day 4 debates, 4 writing and 3-4 literary theory tests, formative reading comprehension tests as needed, summative reading comprehension test Before & after school Yes w/uno None 4

7 Math Course Title Calculus AB Calculus BC Statistics Pages of Reading Sem 1 Chapters 1-3; Sem 2 Chapters 4-7 Sem 1 Chapters 1-6; Sem 2 Chapters pgs/week 800/year completion of reading guide Required Study Outside of Class 5-7 hrs/week 5-7 hrs/week 3-4 hrs/week Tests/Exams/Paper Projects per semester minimum 2 quizzes/chapter, chapter exams, semester exams minimum 2 quizzes/chapter, chapter exams, semester exams quizzes on every section, chapter tests, take-home free response questions for each chapter, 2 practice problem sets/week AP Support Available By appointment By appointment Before & after school Dual Enrollment (subject to change) Yes w/uno Yes w/midland University Yes w/uno Summer Assignment None None None Music Music Theory 15 pgs/2 weeks 15 min/day, 2 hrs/week 4 tests, 2-3 composition assignments By appointment Yes w/uno None Biology 50 pgs/week 5 hrs/week tests & lab Reports 20/semester Before & after school; Pending w/uno Human Anatomy and Physiology Project Science Chemistry Physics 1 40 pgs/week pgs/week 3-5 hrs/week not including time for exam preparatio n 5 hrs/week 8-10 major exams, 8-12 formal lab reports, 20 homework assignments and many small quizzes concept tests, lab reports, practice problem sets Before & after school Before & after school Yes w/midland University Yes w/uno (dependent upon teacher) Read 7 chapters and complete 6 assignments None Physics 2 30 pgs/week 5 hrs/week concept tests, lab reports, practice problem sets Before & after school No None Physics C pgs/week 5 hrs/week 4 exams, 2 papers and 8 formal lab reports By appointment Yes w/uno None Mircro and Macro Economics 700 pgs in text; supplementar y reading; selected articles hrs/week 12 unit tests, weekly current event articles, 1 book analysis, 1 paper/presentation, chapter questions, vocabulary terms Before & after school, plan periods, by appointment No None Social Studies Gov't & Pol: US Gov't & Pol: Comp 600 pgs in text; supplementar y reading; selected articles 400 pgs in text; supplementar y reading; selected articles 3-4 hrs/week 3-4 hrs/week 7 tests, 7 quizzes, weekly current events, monthly current events editorial, 3 projects/presentations, 1 research paper 5 tests, 5 quizzes, 3 projects, 1 research paper, weekly current events summaries, monthly current events editorials Before & after school Before & after school; Saturdays starting March 1 Yes w/uno Yes w/uno None None Human Geography 500 pages in text, extra articles, AP Prep book 4-6 hrs/week group and individual presentations, 1-2 quizzes per chapter, 10 chapter tests, 1 free response question per chapter Before & after school Yes w/midland University Summer Reading Project 5

8 Social Studies (continued) Course Title Psychology US History World History Pages of Reading 400 pgs/sem, additional assigned readings 1000 pgs/year; supplemental documents 1000 pgs/year; articles; primary sources Required Study Outside of Class 5-6 hrs/week 5 hrs/week 3-5 hrs/week Tests/Exams/Paper Projects per semester 9 quizzes,9 unit tests and 9 homework/mini-projects/papers; cumulative midterm and semester exam 8 tests, reading quizzes, major research project including paper and presentation 5-6 exams, 1 research project, 3-4 assigned essays AP Support Available Before & after school; Textbook website available Before & after school Before & after school; some Saturdays Dual Enrollment (subject to change) Yes w/uno Yes w/midland University Yes w/uno Summer Assignment None None None DUAL ENROLLMENT The Omaha Public Schools and the University of Nebraska at Omaha and Midland University have partnered to bring this advanced education opportunity to our students. Dual Enrollment allows Advanced Placement students to earn college credit while still in high school. This credit is earned in the high school setting with enrollment in specific Advanced Placement and honors courses. Once students successfully complete the course, they are required to take the Advanced Placement exam administered by the high school. Students who fail to take the AP exam are assessed a fine. There is a fee for participation in Dual Enrollment classes. The State of Nebraska offers the ACE (Access College Early) Scholarship for students who meet financial need requirements. The application is online at Metropolitan Community College also offers dual enrollment opportunities for specific classes at Central High School. Dual Enrollment course offerings may vary school-to-school, teacher-to-teacher, and year-to-year. OMAHA PUBLIC SCHOOLS COURSE MARK (GRADE) REPLACEMENT GUIDELINES The purpose of the Course Mark (Grade) Replacement Guidelines is to provide students an opportunity to improve a grade of D or F. The intent is to have a positive impact on the student s learning and GPA. Guidelines: The Course Mark Replacement Guidelines may be an option for students to take a course during the school day, using the same course number, content standards, curriculum and seat time as defined by Rule 10. The failing mark or grade of D will be taken out of the GPA calculation. The mark in Course History will be replaced with an R and will no longer be included in the GPA calculation. The Credit Attempted in Course History remains. 6

9 OMAHA PUBLIC SCHOOLS CREDIT RECOVERY GUIDELINES The purpose of Credit Recovery is to provide opportunities for students to earn credits to meet graduation requirements for courses they have failed. Credit Recovery involves the student retaking the failed course(s) and focusing on the course content standards to demonstrate proficiency on course standards. The focus is on proficiency related to course content standards, not just seat time. Credit Recovery may be delivered in a variety of methods and during a variety of times. Credit Recovery may be delivered in a traditional classroom, through a standard based online program, or blended learning experience. Credit Recovery may be delivered during the school day, during extended learning periods, during summer school, during Adult High School, or through an online course management system. When delivered through an online system, courses will be reflected with an e on the transcript, such as e-economics, e-biology. Students participating in asynchronous online credit recovery experiences are limited to four credits per semester. Any exception to the four credits per semester limit must be identified in an individual learning plan, in an alternative program or approved by the Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum Instruction and Assessment. CENTRAL HIGH COUNSELING The Role of Counselors The role of the school counselor is to contribute to the academic success of students. Counselors in the Omaha Public Schools teach all students skills necessary for academic success in school as well as attending to the unique needs of individual students. Our K-12 Comprehensive Competency-Based Counseling Program provides a developmental curriculum at every grade level, teaching skills in the academic/educational, social emotional and college/career areas. As an integral part of our high school program, a four-year Personal Learning Plan for students is developed in the Naviance System with the help of the counselors. As a means of reaching advanced education and career goals, all students are encouraged to keep their options open by completing the highest level of courses equal to their individual abilities and interests. Central Counselor Specialization Counselors at Central utilize a team approach while working with our students. Our goal is to facilitate academic success and to help students remove any barriers to that success. Thus, all counselors have responsibilities to all Central students. Counselors specialize in one of three areas: academic/educational (including academic support, registration/records, college planning), career, or social emotional. Throughout the year, counselors teach classroom counseling lessons within their area of specialization. These lessons are taught at all grade levels to all students. Counselors also provide opportunities for students to participate in small groups throughout the year. Student and Parent Access to Counselors by Assignment Counselor appointment forms for students are available from teachers, the main office and the counseling center. Students who need an appointment with a specific counselor should complete the appointment form and they will be called to the counseling center as soon as that counselor is available. Students are generally called from study hall or homeroom in order not to disrupt classes. Counselors are available before and after school for the convenience of students and parents. Central counselors are assigned to assist students and parents with registration, course selection and scheduling concerns. Parents may call the counselor to discuss registration or make an appointment during Parent/Teacher Conferences to discuss registration. Counselor Student s Last Name Area of Specialization Phone Number Mrs. Norton Ball A Director of Counseling Mrs. Cirulis F, G, T Social Emotional Mrs. Donahoe D, O, P, U, V Academic Ms. Garcia B, I, K, Y Career/Occupation Mrs. Hill H, R Academic Mr. Moore C, E, X, Z and ELL Social Emotional Mrs. Meyer ********* College Planning Mrs. Murphy J, L, W Personal/Social Ms. Politi M, N Academic/Records Mr. Reilly S, Q College Planning Check out the Counseling web pages on the Central High website and follow us on Important information is available including: AP Exam Schedule College Representative Visits ACT/SAT Information College Special Events Scholarships Registration Worksheets PowerPoint Presentations Athletic Division Information 7

10 PERSONAL LEARNING PLAN (PLP) Every student at Central High School should have a working Personal Learning Plan. Students develop their PLP through the Naviance program, which is introduced during ninth grade FACTS class. This is a fluid plan which is revised each year to fit his/her anticipated career plans. In developing their PLP, students should also consider extracurricular activities and the amount of time spent working and doing volunteer work. Students are encouraged to pursue interests other than those in their plan of study. They should experience art, music, drama, family and consumer science, world language, business, technology, and industrial education courses. When considering specific colleges students should check into the special requirements of those colleges (i.e., world languages, mathematics, and science prerequisites). Reminder: Seniors selecting five or six credits per semester will VERY LIKELY have a study hall in their schedule. Keep in mind that many colleges look closely at senior schedules for rigor. January - March 2015 January - March 2015 February 2015 May 22, 2015 August 2015 August 2015 REGISTRATION TIMELINE Registration orientation through Central High School classes Individual student registrations with assigned counselors Counselors visit each OPS middle school for orientation and then registration Last day to change course selections All Student Orientation (parent with student may pick up schedule AFTER going through orientation stations) First Day of School Year No schedule changes will be made from this date forward except for the following schedule corrections: The student completed a course during summer school for which he/she had registered. The student must repeat a failed course from the previous school year or summer school. A conflict in the student s schedule necessitates dropping or changing a course. The student needs an additional course to meet graduation requirements. The student is not carrying the required 7 credit load (5 credits for seniors). All of the student s one semester classes are in the SAME semester, and study halls are all the opposite semester. Important Schedule Reminders: Enrollment in an honors or AP course is a commitment for the duration of the course. Schedules will not be changed from an honors to a regular level course unless the teacher, department chair and principal or designee agrees that the student is academically misplaced. Withdrawal from a class AFTER THE FIRST TWO WEEKS of the semester will result in a failing grade of F in the class dropped. ALL STUDENT ORIENTATION All Student Orientation is a time for students and their parents/guardians to take care of numerous tasks that are completed at the beginning of each school year. Turn in the Student Information Packet (mailed to homes in mid-july) Turn in a free/reduced lunch application (included in the mid-july mailing) Learn about and join our parent/teacher/student organization (PEP-PTSA) Learn about and join the Central High School Foundation Have a student ID/yearbook photo taken Acquire a Portal account, which allows parents/guardians to view students information, such as grades and attendance Purchase an activity card, student planner, and Central High gear Deposit money into the student s lunch account Pick-up the student s schedule Explore the building, and see where classes are located Central All Student Orientation is an annual event hosted during late July or early August. This summer, please check the website ( or contact the school ( ) for additional information. 6

11 ELECTIVE OVERVIEW BY DEPARTMENT * Check course catalog description for prerequisites. # One semester class. Course Title Grade Level PRE Course Title Grade Level PRE ART ENGLISH Art 1-2 (Beginning Drawing/Design) Journalism * Art 3-4 (Advanced Drawing/Beginning Painting) * Yearbook (O-Book) * Art 5-6 (Advanced 2-Dimensional Des/Sculpture) * Newspaper Production (The Register) * Art * Creative Writing *# Applied Design * Word Study *# Advanced Applied Design * Honors Academic Research and Writing *# Technical Problems: Adv Applied Design * ESL Graphic Design * ESL * Pottery * ESL 1-2 Extension * Pottery * ESL * Pottery * ESL 3-4 Extension * Honors Studio Art * ESL Reading * Honors Studio Art * ESL Reading 1-2 Extension * AP Studio Art: Drawing Portfolio 12 * ESL Reading * AP Studio Art: 2-D Design Portfolio 12 * ESL Reading 3-4 Extension * AP Studio Art: 3-D 12 * ESL Reading * BUSINESS/MARKETING/TECHNOLOGY ESL Math Prep * Accounting * ESL Social Studies Prep * Honors Accounting * ESL Science Prep * Business/Consumer Law # FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCE H Intro to Business *# Honors Introduction to Education Management and Leadership Clothing Textiles Entrepreneurship # Clothing Textiles * Principles of Business, Marketing, and Management # Clothing Design Workshop * Fashion Marketing Creative Textiles *# Marketing Comp Design Fashion Marketing * CAD Fashion * Sports & Entertainment Marketing * Comp Design House Marketing Internship * Parenting # Marketing Internship * Honors Early Childhood Development Freshman Academic Career Technology Skills 9 Family Living Information Technology Applications # Foods Information Technology Applications *# Culinary Skills * Introduction to Digital Design # Sports Nutrition # Digital Media # Teen Parenting * Web Design Teen Parenting * Web Design * # Teen Parenting * Visual Basic * Teen Parenting * Visual Basic * Foundations of Healthcare * Honors Visual Basic * MATHEMATICS JAVA * Honors Enrichment Math * AP Computer Science * MILITARY SCIENCE CAD/DESIGN ENGINEERING JROTC-LET CAD/Design Engineering JROTC-LET * CAD/Design Engineering * JROTC-LET * CAD/Design Engineering * JROTC-LET * Honors CAD/Design Engineering * Beginning Marksmanship * Introduction to Robotics * Advanced Marksmanship * Robotics Concepts * Robotics Concepts * Robotics Concepts * 7

12 ELECTIVE OVERVIEW CONTINUED * Check course catalog description for prerequisites. # One semester class. Course Title Grade Level PRE Course Title Grade Level PRE PERFORMING ARTS SOCIAL STUDIES Concert Band * AP Human Geography * Prep Band * AP Macroeconomics * Orchestra * AP Microeconomics * Jazz Band * AP World History * Instrumental Lessons * AP United States Government and Politics * Guitar * AP Comparative Government and Politics * Guitar * AP United States History * Guitar * African American History # Foundations of Music Technology * Anthropology # Concert Choir 1-2 (A Cappella) * Honors Introduction to Word Religions # Chamber Ensemble 1-2(Central High Singers) * Law and Juvenile Justice # Treble Ensemble 1-2 (Bel Canto) * Omaha History # Honors Music Theory * Psychology # AP Music Theory * AP Psychology * Junior Chorus * Sociology # Drama 1-2: Drama Honors Academic Decathlon * Drama 3-4: Advanced Drama * WORLD LANGUAGES Drama 5-6: Honors Advanced Drama * Chinese Introduction to Stagecraft & Theater Production * Chinese * Advanced Stagecraft & Theater Production * Honors Chinese * PHYSICAL EDUCATION Honors Chinese * Aerobics French Adv Aerobics * French * Lifetime Sports/Activities Honors French * PE Mentors *# Honors French * Team Sports AP French Language * Lightweight Training/Conditioning German Weight Training/Conditioning German * Adv Weight Training * Honors German * Adv Weight Training/Conditioning * Honors German * SCIENCE AP German Language * Biology * Latin AP Biology * Latin * Anatomy and Physiology * Honors Latin * Honors Anatomy and Physiology * Honors Latin * Earth Science * Spanish AP Chemistry * Spanish * AP Physics * Honors Spanish * AP Physics * Honors Spanish * AP Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism * AP Spanish Language * AP Physics C: Mechanics * AP Spanish Literature * Science Seminar *# Spanish for Spanish Speakers * Forensic Science *# Honors Spanish for Spanish Speakers * Environmental Science *# Honors Spanish for Spanish Speakers * Astronomy *# Marine Biology/Oceanography *# 8

13 CONNECTING CLASSES TO PERSONAL GOALS Students should carefully consider creating a four-year personal learning plan when they enroll at Central High School. Discussing the plan with parents and counselors is important to be sure that it fulfills graduation requirements and prepares them for their educational and career goals. Students benefit from taking as many elective courses as possible and not limiting themselves to the minimum requirements. Below are course recommendations for career interests commonly declared by students at Central High School. Along with the Nebraska Career Education Model on the opposite page, it may assist students in their planning. ENTREPRENEUR Career Field: Business, Marketing, and Management Career Cluster: Business Management and Administration Career Pathway: Management Recommended Courses: Accounting 1-2; 3-4 Advanced Accounting Marketing 1-2; 3-4 Economics and Financial Literacy Information Technology Applications 1-2 Business/Consumer Law Management and Leadership World Language German 1-2; 3-4; 5-6 World Language Chinese 1-2; 3-4; 5-6 DOCTOR/NURSE Career Field: Health Sciences Career Cluster: Health Science Career Pathway: Therapeutic Services Recommended Courses: Foundations of Healthcare Health Professions 1 Health Occupations 1-2; 3-4 AP Biology 1-2 Sports Nutrition Psychology Anatomy & Physiology 1-2 World Language Latin 1-2; 3-4; 5-6 ARCHITECT Career Field: Industrial, Manufacturing, and Engineering Systems Career Cluster: Architecture and Construction Career Pathway: Design and Pre-Construction Recommended Courses: CAD Design Engineering 1-2; 3-4; 5-6; 7-8 Introduction to Robotics 1-2 Art AP Chemistry AP Physics VETERINARIAN Career Field: Environmental and Agriculture Systems Career Cluster: Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources Career Pathway: Animal Systems Recommended Courses: AP Biology Zoo Partnership Health Occupations 1-2; 3-4 Pre-Calc/Trig LAW ENFORCEMENT Career Field: Human Services and Resources Career Cluster: Law, Public Safety, and Security Career Pathway: Law Enforcement Services Recommended Courses: Law and Juvenile Justice Business and Consumer Law Forensic Science 1 World Language Spanish 1-2; 3-4; 5-6 SOCIAL WORKER Career Field: Human Services and Resources Career Cluster: Human Services Career Pathway: Family and Community Services Recommended Courses: Early Childhood Development 1-2 Family Living 1-2 Introduction to Education 1-2 Human Growth and Development Psychology Sociology Intro to World Religions World Language Spanish 1-2; 3-4; 5-6 JOURNALIST/REPORTER Career Field: Communication and Information Systems Career Cluster: Arts, A/V Technology, and Communication Career Pathway: Journalism and Broadcasting Recommended Courses: Journalism Newspaper Production Yearbook Introduction to Digital Design Digital Media Graphic Design 1-2 Creative Writing Information Technology Applications 1-2 Broadcasting 1-2; 3-4 CHEF Career Field: Business, Marketing, and Management Career Cluster: Hospitality and Tourism Career Pathway: Restaurants and Food Beverage Services Recommended Courses: Foods 1-2 Culinary Skills 1-2; 3-4; 5-6 Marketing 1-2 Accounting 1-2 Art World Language French 1-2; 3-4; 5-6 GAME DESIGNER/PROGRAMMER Career Field: Communication and Information Systems Career Cluster: Information Technology Career Pathway: Programming and Software Development Recommended Courses: Visual Basic 1-2; 3-4; 5-6; 7-8 JAVA AP Computer Science Information Technology Applications 1-2 Web Design Introduction to Digital Design 9

14 Entrepreneurship Employment Entrepreneurship Employment Entrepreneurship Employment Marke ng Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources Arts, A/V Technology, and Communica ons Entrepreneurship Employment Entrepreneurship Employment Marke ng Communica ons Marke ng Management Marke ng Research Merchandising Professional Selling Foreign Service Governance Na onal Security Planning Public Management and Administra on Regula on Revenue and Taxa on Business Management and Administra on Administra ve Services Business Informa on Management Opera ons Management Human Resources Management Management Accoun ng Banking Services Business Finance Securi es and Investments Insurance Government and Public Administra on Law, Public Safety, Correc ons, and Security Correc on Services Emergency and Fire Management Services Law Enforcement Services Legal Services Security and Protec ve Services Hospitality and Tourism Lodging Recrea on, Amusements, and A rac ons Restaurants and Food and Beverage Services Travel and Tourism Finance Human Services Consumer Services Counseling and Mental Health Services Early Childhood Development and Services Family and Community Services Personal Care Services Educa on and Training Administra on and Administra ve Support Professional Support Services Teaching/Training Business, Marke ng, and Management Human Sciences and Educa on Agribusiness Systems Animal Systems Environmental Service Systems Food Products and Processing Systems Natural Resources Systems Plant Systems Power, Structural, and Technical Systems Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources Nebraska Standards for Academic Core Career Ready Prac ce Health Sciences Health Sciences Biotechnology Research and Development Diagnos c Services Health Informa cs Suppor ve Services Therapeu c Services Communica on and Informa on Systems Skilled and Technical Sciences Construc on Design and Pre-construc on Maintenance and Opera ons Engineering and Technology Science and Math Architecture and Construc on Audio/Video Technology and Film Journalism and Broadcas ng Performing Arts Prin ng Technology Telecommunica ons Visual Arts Informa on Technology Informa on Support and Services Network Systems Programming and So ware Development Web and Digital Communica ons Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathema cs Manufacturing Health, Safety, and Environmental Assurance Logis cs and Inventory Control Manufacturing Produc on Process Development Maintenance, Installa on, and Repair Produc on Quality Assurance Transporta on, Distribu on and Logis cs Facility and Mobile Equipment Maintenance Health, Safety, and Environmental Management Logis cs Planning and Management Services Sales and Services Transporta on Opera ons Transporta on/systems Infrastructure Planning, Management, and Regula ons Warehousing and Distribu on Center Opera ons Entrepreneurship Employment Entrepreneurship Employment Entrepreneurship Employment Entrepreneurship Employment Entrepreneurship Employment Adapted from NASDCTEc/NCTEF Career Clusters: Pathways to College and Career Readiness. Developed by the Nebraska Department of Education 2012.

15 COLLEGE PREPARATORY CURRICULUM Preparation for post-secondary education is a concern for many students. As requirements for admission have become more demanding for all colleges and universities, course selections should be made carefully to assure admission to the college of choice. Public and private institutions expect the transcript to show that the applicant has met certain prerequisites for admission or can qualify under special circumstances as designated by individual colleges/universities. Be aware that requirements do vary, and students should consult school catalogs of institutions they may wish to attend as they plan their programs of study. The information that follows will serve as a guideline for college preparatory courses of study. The requirements are fairly standard for accredited colleges and universities. Summary of the Nebraska University System Core Course Requirements Note: 1 Unit = 2 Central High Credits Category Units University-wide Requirements English 4 Units All units must include intensive reading and writing experiences Mathematics 3 Units Algebra 1-2, Algebra 3-4 and Geometry Social Studies 3 Units Units that include 1 unit of American or World History and 1 additional unit of history, American government or geography Natural Sciences 3 Units At least 2 units selected from biology, chemistry, physics and earth sciences, 1 of these units must include laboratory instructions World Language 2 Units Consecutive units must be in the same language (Some programs at UNL require 4 units) Additional Academic Requirements 1 Unit UNK UNL UNO 1 unit chosen from any academic discipline 11 Mathematics: 1 additional unit that builds on a knowledge of Algebra 1 unit chosen from any academic discipline TOTAL UNITS 16 Units 16 Units 16 Units 16 Units NCAA REQUIREMENTS The following Central High School courses meet the core curriculum requirements of the NCAA at the time of this printing. *Honors sections for these courses also meet NCAA core requirements. ENGLISH SCIENCE SOCIAL STUDIES WORLD LANGUAGES English 1-2* Biology 1-2* US History 1-2* Chinese 1-2, 3-4, 5-6, 7-8 English 3-4* Chemistry 1-2* Economics* French 1-2, 3-4, 5-6*, 7-8*, AP English 5-6 Physics 1-2* AP Comparative Government & Politics German 1-2, 3-4, 5-6*, 7-8*, AP AP English Language & Composition Earth Science 1-2 AP United States Government & Politics Latin 1-2, 3-4, 5-6*, 7-8* English 7-8 Earth Science 3-4 American History 1-2 Spanish 1-2, 3-4, 5-6*, 7-8*, AP AP English Literature & Composition Biology 3-4 AP US History Spanish for Spanish Speakers 1-2,3-4* Creative Writing AP Biology 1-2 Omaha History Spanish for Spanish Speakers 5-6* Journalism AP Chemistry 1-2 Psychology IB French SL 1-2,3-4 Word Study AP Physics B Human Geography* IB German SL 1-2,3-4 IB English HL 1-2,3-4 AP Physics C: Electricity & Magnetism American Government IB Spanish SL 1-2,3-4 AP Physics C: Mechanics Anthropology 1-2 MATHEMATICS Anatomy & Physiology 1-2 * Sociology ADDITIONAL COURSE Algebra 1-2* Physical Science 1-2* Law and Justice IB Theory of Knowledge 1-2,3-4 Algebra 3-4* IB Biology SL 1-2 World History 1-2 Geometry 1-2* IB Biology HL 1-2,3-4 AP World History Trigonometry/Pre-Calculus 1-2* IB Chemistry HL 1-2,3-4 African American History H Differential Equations 1-2 IB Chemistry SL 1-2 AP Psychology AP Calculus AB 1-2 IB Physics HL 1-2,3-4 AP Human Geography AP Calculus BC 1-2 IB Physics SL 1-2 American Studies Enrichment Math 1-2 International Studies AP Statistics 1-2 Intro to World Religions Math Analysis 1-2 IB History HL 1-2,3-4 IB Math Studies SL 1-2,3-4 IB Psychology SL/HL 1-2,3-4 IB Mathematics SL/HL 1-2,3-4

16 NCAA ELIGIBILITY CENTER QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE Core Courses: (16) Initial full-time collegiate enrollment before August 1, 2016: o Sixteen (16) core courses are required (see chart below for subject-area requirements). Initial full-time collegiate enrollment on or after August 1, 2016: o Sixteen (16) core courses are required (see chart below for subject-area requirements). Ten (10) core courses completed before the seventh semester; seven (7) of the 10 must be in English, math or natural/physical science. These courses/grades are "locked in" at start of the seventh semester (cannot be repeated for grade-point average [GPA] improvement to meet initial-eligibility requirements for competition). o Students who do not meet core-course progression requirements may still be eligible to receive athletics aid and practice in the initial year of enrollment by meeting academic redshirt requirements (see below). Test Scores: (ACT/SAT) NCAA Division I Initial-Eligibility Requirements Students must present a corresponding test score and core-course GPA on the sliding scale (see Page No. 2). o SAT: critical reading and math sections. Best subscore from each section is used to determine the SAT combined score for initial eligibility. o ACT: English, math, reading and science sections. Best subscore from each section is used to determine the ACT sum score for initial eligibility. All ACT and SAT attempts before initial full-time collegiate enrollment may be used for initial eligibility. Enter 9999 during ACT or SAT registration to ensure the testing agency reports your score directly to the NCAA Eligibility Center. Test scores on transcripts will not be used. Core Grade-Point Average: Only core courses that appear on the high school's List of NCAA Courses on the NCAA Eligibility Center's website ( will be used to calculate your core-course GPA. Use this list as a guide. Initial full-time collegiate enrollment before August 1, 2016: o Students must present a corresponding test score (ACT sum score or SAT combined score) and core-course GPA (minimum 2.000) on Sliding Scale A (see Page No. 2). o Core-course GPA is calculated using the best 16 core courses that meet subject-area requirements. Initial full-time collegiate enrollment on or after August 1, 2016: o Students must present a corresponding test score (ACT sum score or SAT combined score) and core-course GPA (minimum 2.300) on Sliding Scale B (see Page No. 2). o Core-course GPA is calculated using the best 16 core courses that meet both progression (10 before seventh semester; seven in English, math or science; "locked in") and subject-area requirements. DIVISION I Core-Course Requirement (16) 4 years of English 3 years of math (Algebra I or higher) 2 years of natural/physical science (1 year of lab if offered) 1 year of additional English, math or natural/physical science 2 years of social science 4 years of additional courses (any area above, foreign language or comparative religion/philosophy) DIVISION I 2016 Qualifier Requirements *Athletics aid, practice, and competition 16 core courses o Ten (10) core courses completed before the start of seventh semester. Seven (7) of the 10 must be in English, math or natural/physical science. "Locked in" for core-course GPA calculation. Corresponding test score (ACT sum score or SAT combined score) and core-course GPA (minimum 2.300) on Sliding Scale B (see Page No. 2). Graduate from high school. DIVISION I 2016 Academic Redshirt Requirements *Athletics aid and practice (no competition) 16 core courses o No grades/credits "locked in" (repeated courses after the seventh semester begins may be used for initial eligibility). Corresponding test score (ACT sum score or SAT combined score) and core-course GPA (minimum 2.000) on Sliding Scale B (see Page No. 2). Graduate from high school.

17 Sliding Scale A Use for Division I prior to August 1, 2016 NCAA DIVISION I SLIDING SCALE Core GPA SAT ACT Sum Verbal and Math ONLY & above Sliding Scale B Use for Division I beginning August 1, 2016 NCAA DIVISION I SLIDING SCALE Core GPA SAT Verbal and Math ONLY ACT Sum For more information, visit or [Type text]

18 NCAA ELIGIBILITY CENTER QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE Division II Initial-Eligibility Requirements Core Courses Division II currently requires 16 core courses. See the chart below. Beginning August 1, 2018, to become a full or partial qualifier for Division II, all college-bound student-athletes must complete the 16 core-course requirement. Test Scores Division II currently requires a minimum SAT score of 820 or an ACT sum score of 68. Beginning August 1, 2018, Division II will use a sliding scale to match test scores and core-course grade-point averages (GPA). The sliding scale for those requirements is shown on Page No. 2 of this sheet. The SAT score used for NCAA purposes includes only the critical reading and math sections. The writing section of the SAT is not used. The ACT score used for NCAA purposes is a sum of the following four sections: English, mathematics, reading and science. When you register for the SAT or ACT, use the NCAA Eligibility Center code of 9999 to ensure all SAT and ACT scores are reported directly to the NCAA Eligibility Center from the testing agency. Test scores that appear on transcripts will not be used. Grade-Point Average Be sure to look at your high school s List of NCAA Courses on the NCAA Eligibility Center's website ( Only courses that appear on your school's approved List of NCAA Courses will be used in the calculation of the core GPA. Use the list as a guide. The current Division II core GPA requirement is a minimum of Division II core GPA required to be eligible for competition on or after August 1, 2018, is (corresponding testscore requirements are listed on the Sliding Scale on Page No. 2 of this sheet). The minimum Division II core GPA required to receive athletics aid and practice as a partial qualifier on or after August 1, 2018, is (corresponding test-score requirements are listed on the Sliding Scale on Page No. 2 of this sheet). Remember, the NCAA core GPA is calculated using NCAA core courses only. DIVISION II 16 Core Courses 3 years of English. 2 years of mathematics (Algebra I or higher). 2 years of natural/physical science (1 year of lab if offered by high school). 3 years of additional English, mathematics or natural/physical science. 2 years of social science. 4 years of additional courses (from any area above, foreign language or comparative religion/philosophy).

19 DIVISION II COMPETITION SLIDING SCALE Use for Division II beginning August 1, 2018 Core GPA SAT ACT Sum Verbal and Math ONLY & above & above 70 & above DIVISION II PARTIAL QUALIFIER SLIDING SCALE Use for Division II beginning August 1, 2018 Core GPA SAT Verbal and Math ONLY ACT Sum & above & above 68 & above For more information, visit the NCAA Eligibility Center website at

20 ART DEPARTMENT The goal of the Art Department is to develop and nurture an application of the study of the visual arts past and present. A sequential program of instruction is aimed at mastery in the disciplines of aesthetics, art production, criticism, and art history. This program results from a wide range of experiences: use of art elements and principles of design, the vocabulary of art, the use of art tools and techniques in a variety of media, art survey, art and the artists in the community, and the exploration of continued studies and career opportunities in the field of art. All courses count towards the elective requirements for graduation. Required Courses: None Honors Courses: Honors Studio Art 1-2 Honors Studio Art 3-4 AP Courses: AP Studio Art: Drawing Portfolio AP Studio Art: 2-D Design Portfolio AP Studio Art: 3-D Elective Courses: Art 1-2 (Beginning Drawing/Design) Art 3-4 (Advanced Drawing/Beginning Painting) (Honors Option) Art 5-6 (Advanced Two-Dimensional Design/Sculpture) (Honors Option) Art 7-8 (Honors Option) Applied Design 1-2 Advanced Applied Design 1-2 (Honors Option) Technical Problems: Advanced Applied Design 3-4 (Honors Option) Graphic Design 1-2 Pottery 1-2 Pottery 3-4 (Honors Option) Pottery 5-6 (Honors Option) ART 1-2 (Beginning Drawing/Design) This course offers beginning art students a foundation in basic drawing skills, design elements and principles, and color theory as they create original art works in a variety of media. Students will explore aesthetic issues, examine and discuss historically important art works from a variety of cultures, and will be engaged in art criticism. Prerequisite: None ART 3-4 (Advanced Drawing/Beginning Painting) (Honors Option) This course offers an expansion of skills and knowledge of drawing and design concepts, and further exploration of techniques and media, including acrylic painting. Students will explore aesthetic issues, examine and discuss historically important art works from a variety of cultures, and will be engaged in art criticism. Students may elect to take this class for honors credit. Prerequisite: Art 1-2 with a passing grade ART 5-6 (Advanced Two-Dimensional Design/Sculpture) (Honors Option) This course offers serious art students the opportunity to apply the elements and principles of design to advanced projects in a variety of media (various techniques of printmaking, painting, and/or sculpture). Students will engage in art criticism and aesthetic discussion as they explore various time periods and cultures from an art historical perspective. Students may elect to take this class for honors credit. Prerequisite: Art 3-4 with a grade of C or better ART 7-8 (Honors Option) This course is a culmination of a sequential art experience for twelfth grade students. It provides selected students the opportunity to individualize projects to enhance their own styles in one or more media, while further exploring the philosophical and historical aspects of art, discussing aesthetic issues and art criticism. Students may elect to take this class for honors credit. Prerequisite: Art 5-6 with a grade of C or better APPLIED DESIGN 1-2 This course explores design in crafts, with emphasis on function, decoration, and cultural context. Students will be introduced to notable craft movements and styles, and use the critical process to examine their own work, and examples from art history. Prerequisite: Art 1-2 with a passing grade ADVANCED APPLIED DESIGN 1-2 (Honors Option) This course expands on the concepts of Beginning Applied Design, to emphasize creative use of design principles and advanced techniques in the creation of crafts and jewelry. Students will continue to explore the role of crafts and jewelry in various cultures throughout history. Prerequisite: Applied Design 1-2 with a grade of C or better TECHNICAL PROBLEMS: ADVANCED APPLIED DESIGN 3-4 (Honors Option) This course is designed for the third year applied design students as an extension of advanced applied design. Lessons will address advanced problems in design, media, and process. Areas of concentration are the development of a thematic emphasis, and the art disciplines of aesthetics, art criticism, art history, and art production. Prerequisite: Advanced Applied Design with a grade of C or better 16