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1 rogram of Studies SPRINGBORO HIGH SCHOOL 2014 ~2015 National School of Excellence

2 Dear Springboro High School Students and Parents: SPRINGBORO HIGH SCHOOL PROGRAM OF STUDIES 2 This Springboro High School Program of Studies contains a wealth of information that will assist students as they make their course selections for the school year. A great deal of information has changed. Families need to review this document carefully and choose courses for their student wisely. Springboro High School offers a variety of courses designed to challenge students as well as to foster critical and creative thought and to increase problem-solving skills and abilities. We encourage students to take rigorous, challenging courses. We emphasize that students work hard to prepare themselves for their future. Our guidance office staff and teachers are here to help students with questions regarding those choices. Students and parents should spend time thoughtfully choosing courses and meeting deadlines. Courses chosen for the fall are final March 31. We look forward to helping you through this process. Sincerely, Ms. Tina Daniel Springboro High School Principal

3 SPRINGBORO HIGH SCHOOL Program of Studies 2014 ~2015 IMPORTANT NAMES, PHONE NUMBERS, AND DATES High School Principal Ms. Tina Daniel ext High School Assistant Principal Mr. Jimmy Aker ext High School Assistant Principal Mr. Mike Myers ext Building Secretary Mrs. Debbie Diemunsch ext Asst Principal s Secretary Mrs. Michelle Arkill ext Attendance Secretary Mrs. Jennifer Austin ext Counselor - A E - Mr. Jim Collins ext Counselor - F K - Mrs. Jennifer Bohinc ext Counselor - L R - Mr. Ryan Wilhite ext Counselor - S Z - Mrs. Marjorie Wilson ext Guidance Office Secretary Mrs. Rochelle Fenlon ext Note: all course selections are considered final on March 31, Please give careful consideration when registering for your classes. EQUAL EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES The Springboro Community City School District offers equal educational opportunities without regard to race, color, national origin, gender/sex, and disability. All students of the Springboro Community City School District will have equal education opportunities. Students have the right to be free from discrimination on the basis of race, sex, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, citizenship status, disability, criminal record, political activity, religion, creed, or opinion in all decisions affecting admissions, membership in school-sponsored organizations, clubs, or activities, access to facilities, distribution of funds, academic evaluations or any other aspect of school-sponsored activities. The Board of Education reserves the right to limit a student s participation in a school-sponsored activity for health and safety reasons. Any limitations with regard to participation in a school-sponsored activity will be based on criteria reasonably related to that specific activity. In the event of any alleged discrimination because of race, color, national origin, gender/sex, and disability, the student or professional staff person should contact the Springboro Community City Schools Compliance Officer, Springboro Community City Schools, 1685 S. Main Street, Springboro, Ohio, or call (937) for appropriate procedures. 3

4 SPRINGBORO HIGH SCHOOL Program of Studies 2014 ~2015 Contents Course Descriptions SPRINGBORO HIGH SCHOOL PROGRAM OF STUDIES Selecting Courses To Achieve Your Goals...5 Schedule Changes...5 Athletic/Extra-Curricular Eligibility...5 Summer School...5 Course Fees...6 Awarding of Credit...6 Semester Exams...6 Correspondence Courses...6 Grade Classifications...6 College Preparatory Curricula Recommendations...7 Four Year College Preparatory Course Schedule...7 Graduation Requirements Physical Education Waiver...8 Awarding of Diplomas...8 Participation in Commencement...8 Early Graduation...8 NCAA Planning Guide NAIA...9 Ohio Honors Diploma Description President s Award...10 Grading System...10 Weighted Courses...10 Testing Post-Secondary Enrollment Option Credit Flex...12 Dual Enrollment...12 Springboro High School Activities Aerospace Engineering Business Education Computer Courses Information Technology Tech Prep Digital Media Arts Academy English Study Hall/Late Arrival/Early Release Fine Arts Visual Art Instrumental Music Vocal Other Fine Arts Electives Health & Physical Education International Language Course of Study Mathematics Project Lead the Way Science Sinclair Online Dual Enrollment Social Studies Work & Family Life Please be advised that all courses staffed by Springboro employees must have a minimum of 17 students enrolled in order for the course to run. 4

5 Selecting Courses To Achieve Your Goals It is that time of the school year when students, parents, and faculty need to cooperatively plan courses for the next year. This guide has been prepared to assist you in selecting a program of study for your years at Springboro High School and to acquaint you with the variety of available programs. A properly selected course of study will help you achieve your high school goals. The following steps will help you in selecting an appropriate program of study. 1. Consider what interests you as it pertains to careers you may be interested in and courses you would like to explore. Try to take courses that will help you increase your knowledge in your interest areas. 2. Consider how hard you have tried to succeed in your school work before you decide upon the type of courses to take. 3. If you plan to attend college, you should work with your teachers and counselors to choose courses that will prepare you for a wide variety of college majors. You may want to consider participating in courses that have college credit attached or possibilities of testing out of coursework, such as dual enrollment, advanced placement (AP), or post-secondary education option (PSEO) courses. 4. Be realistic about your ability and aptitude to do various types of work in high school. 5. Review thoroughly the available courses and programs and think about a pathway that spans all four years. This will help you to achieve long term goals. 6. Consider the grades you have earned in the past. For example, if you do not have a 70% average or better in English you may have a difficult time with an international language. 7. Discuss with your teachers the courses they suggest you take next year. Obtain teacher signature of approval when appropriate. 8. Consider and prioritize the courses you must take to meet minimum high school graduation requirements from Springboro High School. 9. Students need to be aware of their time management for the classes chosen to determine if they should sign up for a study hall. This is especially true for 8th grade students entering the high school. We have 7 periods in the day at the high school. Please give careful consideration as to not overload your schedule. 10. All students are encouraged to maintain an equivalency of six (6) courses per semester. Freshmen and sophomore students are required to take the equivalency of six (6) courses; whereas, juniors and seniors are required to take the equivalency of five (5) courses per semester. Juniors and seniors who are college bound are encouraged to explore online college level courses through dual enrollment and PSEO. 11. Consult with your counselor: Mr. Collins A-E; Mrs. Bohinc F-K; Mr. Wilhite L-R; and Mrs. Wilson S-Z. Schedule Changes. Add/Drop Policy During the week of February 3, 2014, the scheduling process will begin. On-line registration must be completed for the High School and Junior High students by February 10, Please feel free to arrange a conference with one of the counselors during this time should there be any questions. It is imperative that both parent and student be present at the meeting. Please give careful consideration in course selection as no changes will be made after March 31, After that date, changes are permitted only if one of the following circumstances applies: 1. Failure of a pre-requisite course. 2. Computer error. 3. Satisfactory completion of a course during summer school. 4. Courses will only be added if space is available in the given courses. Class capacity will be set and will not be exceeded. 5. Overrides if a student has used the override process to enroll in a certain course, he/she may not drop the particular course. 6. Course requests are locked in after the established March deadline. 7. Counselor, parent, and administrator agreement that a change is educationally beneficial for the student. In the above-mentioned reasons, the building principal will make the decision as to the applicability of a situation and the specific reasons for the proposed schedule changes. ATHLETIC/EXTRA-CURRICULAR ELIGIBILITY Per OHSAA rules a student must be passing five one-credit earning classes per quarter to be eligible for extracurricular activities. Physical Education does not count as one of the five classes. In order to be eligible a student must not be failing more than one class and maintain at least a 67% GPA for the previous quarter. Summer school classes cannot be used to regain eligibility. SUMMER SCHOOL Summer School is recommended for any student who failed to meet the required number of units during a regular school year to advance to the next grade level or who failed in a required subject. Summer school courses may also be taken in order to resolve regular year schedule conflicts. Non-credit classes are offered to help students gain necessary skills to pass the OGT. Summer school classes are offered at Springboro High School and other schools in the area. Please contact districts for a list of courses. Summer school classes taken for original credit will be held the first Monday following the end of the school year (Monday, June 9, 2014). Course length will vary depending on whether the course is for makeup credit, semester, or year-long. If you have any questions, you can contact the Assistant Principal s office. 5

6 SPRINGBORO HIGH SCHOOL Program of Studies 2014 ~2015 SPRINGBORO HIGH SCHOOL PROGRAM OF STUDIES 6 COURSE FEES Students are required to pay course fees. The fee money is used to pay for materials, workbooks, supplies, etc., used by the students in courses. Listed fees in the proram of studies booklet are tentative and subject to change based on publisher and vendor increases. Invoices will be mailed to you after the deadline for schedule changes. Please wait to mail in your fees until you have received your invoice. Springboro High School does not want financial pressures to be a reason for a student not to take a course(s). Should finances be a problem, arrangements can be made by contacting the office. Below is a reference list of fees that were charged during the school year. These are subject to change for the school year. Computer/Lab Courses Computer Applications Computer Applications II Webpage Design Fund Computer Info Fund of Networking Advanced Networking English Courses Film/Lit CP English I Honors English I CP English II Honors English II English III CP English III Honors English III English IV Modern Lit CP English IV AP English Lit & Comp Sports and Literature College Essentials Int l Language Courses French I French II French III French IV AP French V German I German II German III German IV AP German IV Spanish I Spanish II Spanish III Spanish IV AP Spanish V Social Studies Courses World History CP World History US History CP US History AP US History Government AP Government Sociology Psychology Accounting I Workbook Accounting II Workbook Athletic Courses Principles of Athletic Training Phys Ed I Fitness Women I Fitness Men I Team Sports Other Fees Student Planner Progress Book Parking Tag Yearbook (Optional) Science Courses Physical Science CP Physical Science Biology CP Biology Conceptual Chemistry Integ Chemistry AP Chemistry Physiology Conceptual Physics AP Biology Physics AP Physics Applied Arts Courses Family Living Managing Resources Life Planning Foods/Nutrition Digital Media I Digital Media II Intro to DMA Int l Language Courses Art Courses Intro to Art Dimensional Art Photo/Comp Graphic Photo/Comp Graphic ADV 3-D Dig Illustration AWARDING OF CREDIT A student must pass second semester of a full year class to receive a passing grade for the course and receive credit. A student must pass the second nine weeks of a semester class to receive a passing grade for the course and receive credit. SEMESTER EXAMS All teachers give semester exams. The exam covers all materials studied during the semester and lasts approximately 1½ hours. Each nine-week grade is valued at 40% of the grade with the semester exam valued at 20%. The exam exemption policy is reviewed annually and new policy modifications, if any, will be announced to students and parents at the beginning of the school year. CORRESPONDENCE COURSES The staff and administration of Springboro High School recognize correspondence courses taken from an accredited school as an educational option. Students should see their guidance counselor for options. GRADE CLASSIFICATIONS Sculpture I AP Art Studio (TRAD) AP Art Studio (DIG) AP Art History Music Courses Concert Band Concert Choir Treble Choir Mixed Choir Chamber Choir History of Rock Theory Orchestra Business Courses Intro to Business Sports & Entertainment Mrkt Fashion Marketing Money Banking Entrepreneurship Finance, Ins & Real Estate Sports & Entertainment Mgt Assignments to homeroom and grade level will be based on the following criteria: Grade 9...Fewer than 5 credits Grade 10...Five (5) credits 9.99 credits Grade 11...Ten (10) credits credits Grade 12...Fifteen (15) credits

7 College Preparatory Curriculum Recommendations ARTICULATION COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS ON OHIO COLLEGE PREPARATORY CURRICULA: Colleges and Universities in Ohio English...4 credits Math...4 credits Science...3 (4) credits Social Studies...3 (4) credits Int l Language...2 (3) credits Arts...1 credit This is the recommended high school curriculum by Ohio colleges and universities. Some programs may require more extensive preparation in specific subject areas. Check with your guidance counselor and the university of your choice for additional information. FOUR YEAR COLLEGE PREPARATORY COURSE SCHEDULE: (Typical four-year college prep schedule) 9TH GRADE 10TH GRADE CP English I CP English II CP Algebra I CP Geometry CP Science CP Biology Physical Education/Health Physical Education (1 semester) CP World History CP US History Foreign Language Foreign Language 11Th GRADE 12TH GRADE CP English III CP English IV CP Algebra II Pre-Calculus Chemistry I Physics Foreign Language American Government Electives Electives GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS: Subject English/Language Arts Mathematics Science Social Studies Health Physical Education Fine Arts Electives Total Requirements for the classes of 2015 & units 4 units, including 1 unit of Algebra II or its equivalent 3 units with inquiry based laboratory experience including the following or their equivalent: 1 unit of physical science 1 unit of biology 1 unit of advanced study in chemistry, physics or other physical science 3 units including the following: 1 unit of world history 1 unit of US history 1 unit of US government ½ unit ½ unit (2 semesters at ¼ credit each semester or PE waiver) 1 unit 5 units 21 units In addition to the above credit requirements, students must pass all five sections of the Ohio Graduation Test given to 10th graders. SCHEDULE ALSO REQUIRES: 1 credit of Visual or Performing Arts ½ credit of Financial Literacy for the class of 2017 and beyond GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS Springboro High School s graduation requirements meet the new minimum standards set by the Ohio Department of Education, the North Central Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools, and the Springboro Community City Schools Board of Education. Twenty-one (21) units of credit are required for graduation for the classes of 2015 and Twenty-two (22) units of credit are required for graduation for the classes of 2017 and beyond. Students must meet the minimum credit requirements in order to receive a diploma and participate in the graduation ceremony from Springboro High School. 7

8 SPRINGBORO HIGH SCHOOL Program of Studies 2014 ~2015 SPRINGBORO HIGH SCHOOL PROGRAM OF STUDIES 8 Subject Requirements for the classes of 2017 and beyond English/Language Arts Mathematics Science Social Studies Health Physical Education Fine Arts Business Electives Total 4 units 4 units, including 1 unit of Algebra II or its equivalent 3 units with inquiry based laboratory experience including the following or their equivalent: 1 unit of physical science 1 unit of biology 1 unit of advanced study in chemistry, physics or other physical science 3 units including the following: 1 unit of world history 1 unit of US history 1 unit of US government ½ unit ½ unit (2 semesters at ¼ credit each semester or PE waiver) 1 unit ½ unit of financial literacy 5 ½ units 22 units PHYSICAL EDUCATION WAIVER Springboro High School offers a waiver of the Physical Education graduation requirement to any student that can meet the following criteria: 1. Must have at least one activity completed by the end of junior year and both must be completed by the end of the 1st semester senior year. 2. A student must complete two activities to receive physical education waiver. 3. A student MAY NOT COMBINE one Physical Education class and one season of an activity, it must be two complete seasons, or two years of JROTC. Waiver forms are available in the Guidance Office. Please note, a separate PE Waiver is required for each activity AWARDING OF DIPLOMAS Students who meet all credit requirements and who pass all sections of the Ohio Graduation Test will be awarded a diploma. PARTICIPATION IN COMMENCEMENT To participate in commencement ceremonies the Board of Education requires that at the time of graduation each student will have fulfilled all state and local academic coursework, state-mandated tests, fees, fines, and other school-related obligations. In the event that a student does not fulfill the requirements of the Board of Education, the Superintendent is given the authority to allow a student to participate in commencement ceremonies under the following conditions: A. Student/parent petitions the Superintendent, in writing, as to the extenuating circumstances. B. Written petition must be received no later than fourteen (14) calendar days prior to the commencement ceremony. C. The actual diploma will not be awarded until all requirements stated above are fulfilled. EARLY GRADUATION Sophomore students interested in early graduation should see their guidance counselor for an application and further information before the March 31, 2014 deadline. Students who are approved for early graduation will maintain junior status during and will be in a junior homeroom for the entire school year, unless they have fifteen (15) or more credits starting the school year. They will not receive a class rank until graduation, only a GPA. College visits may be taken under the senior guidelines. Midterm and final exams will be taken with the seniors, as well as following senior guidelines for exam exemptions. They may attend senior assemblies and activities before, during and after the school day. It is the student s responsibility to make sure they get information regarding graduation, etc. NCAA PLANNING GUIDE NCAA INTERCOLLEGIATE ATHLETIC PARTICIPATION ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS Most college athletic programs are regulated by the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), an organization that has established rules on eligibility, recruiting and financial aid. The NCAA has three membership divisions Division I, Division II and Division III. Institutions are members of one or another division according to the size and scope of their athletic programs and whether they provide athletic scholarships. If you are planning to enroll in college as a freshman and you wish to participate in Division I or Division II athletics, you must be cleared by the NCAA Initial-Eligibility Center. The Center was established as a separate organization by the NCAA member institutions to ensure consistent interpretation of NCAA initial-eligibility requirements for all perspective student athletes at all member institutions. If you want to participate in Division I or Division II sports in college, you should start the certification process immediately after your junior year in high school. Check with your guidance counselor to make sure you are taking a core curriculum that meets NCAA requirements. Also, register to take the ACT or SAT as a junior. Currently, in order to be eligible for practice, participation in regular season competition, and athletics-related financial aid during the freshman year of college, a student must meet the following criteria:

9 Division I 16 Core Courses 4 years of English 3 years of mathematics (Algebra I or higher) 2 years of natural/physical Science (1 year of lab if offered by high school) 1 year 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). 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 year 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) For graduates of the class of 2016 and beyond, 10 of the 16 core courses must be completed before the 7th semester (end of junior year). NAIA NAIA Eligibility Standards: Be a graduate of an accredited high school Meet 2 of the 3 following requirements. Achieve a minimum of 18 on the ACT or 860 on the SAT Achieve a minimum overall high school Grade Point Average of 2.0 on 4.0 scale. Graduate in the top half of your high school class. OHIO HONORS DIPLOMA DESCRIPTION Graduating seniors have the opportunity to earn an honors diploma. To qualify for this diploma, a student must meet seven of the eight criteria. The criteria for the honors diploma include the following: The student who completes the high school academic curriculum in the high school shall meet at least seven of the following eight criteria: Subject English Language Arts criteria 4 Units Mathematics 4 Units, including Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II, or equivalent and another higher level course or a four-year sequence of courses containing equivalent content Science Social Studies International Language Fine Arts Grade Point Average ACT/SAT Score (excluding writing scores) 4 Units, including chemistry and physics 4 Units 3 Units of one language or 2 units each in 2 different languages 1 Unit 3.5 on a 4.0 scale 27 ACT/1210 SAT The student who completes an intensive Vocational or Technical Education curriculum in the high school must meet at least seven of the following eight criteria: Subject English Language Arts criteria 4 Units Mathematics 4 Units, including Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II, or equivalent and another higher level course or a four-year sequence of courses containing equivalent content Science Social Studies Career Technical Program Ohio Career Technical Competency Assessment Grade Point Average ACT/SAT Score (excluding writing scores) 4 Units, including chemistry and physics 4 Units 4 Units leading to an industryrecognized credential, results in apprenticeship or is part of an articulated career pathway, which can lead to post-secondary credit. Achieve the proficiency bench mark established for the Ohio Career-Technical Competency Assessment or equivalent assess ment aligned with state-approved and industry validated technical standards 3.5 on a 4.0 scale 27 ACT/1210 SAT 9

10 SPRINGBORO HIGH SCHOOL Program of Studies 2014 ~2015 SPRINGBORO HIGH SCHOOL PROGRAM OF STUDIES 10 For more information visit: Academic-Content-Standards/Graduation-Requirements/Criteria-for- Diploma-with-Honors-for-the-Graduation PRESIDENT S AWARD FOR EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE The criteria for this award are: 1. Grade point average of 3.5 on a 4.0 scale on the ACT or 1090 on the SAT 3. Twelve credits in: English, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, International Languages, and Computer Science PRESIDENT S AWARD FOR EDUCATIONAL ACHIEVEMENT The criteria for this award is as follows: 1. Must meet two out of the three criteria for the President s Award for Educational Excellence 2. Meet Springboro High School s Honor Roll or Principal s List standards and demonstrate improvement in grade point average for the first three grading periods of senior year 3. Twelve credits in: English, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, International Languages, and Computer Science. GRADING SYSTEM Students will earn percentage grades for all classes. A percentage will be reported each nine weeks, and a cumulative percentage average will be maintained for all students. The cumulative percentage will be used to determine eligibility for Principal s List, Honor Roll, class rank, National Honor Society, and other academic awards.a quality point grade point average will be maintained for the purpose of college entrance admissions. WEIGHTED COURSES The courses approved for weighted grades for the school year are as follows: AP Art History AP Biology AP Calculus AB AP Chemistry AP Computer Science AP English Literature & Composition AP French V AP German V AP Government AP Music Theory & Composition AP Physics I AP Psychology AP Spanish V AP Statistics AP Studio Art: 2-D Design AP Studio Art: Digital Focus AP US History French IV German IV Honors English I Honors English II Honors English III Physics Physiology Pre-Calculus Spanish IV TESTING There are two college entrance tests, one of which must be taken for admissions into any four year college. These are the ACT or SAT. Most schools today will accept either test for admission, but it is important that students check with the admissions office to be certain. All test dates can be found online at each respective site listed below. ACT Scores on the ACT are reported in English, Math, Reading, Science Reasoning, *Writing (optional), and a Composite (average of all sub-scores). Composite scores will range from 1 to 36. ACT recommends that students take the ACT plus Writing, but this score is separate from and does not affect the ACT composite score. All registration is done online. SAT Scores are reported in Writing, Mathematics, and Critical Reading. Scores on the SAT range from 200 to 800 on each part of the test. The Writing Test is not an optional component on the SAT. Both the ACT and SAT are given five to six times respectively during the year. A student may take the test as many times as he/she wishes: colleges will generally take the best score when considering admission or scholarship. It is best to take the test as near the end of the junior year as possible. This allows the student to complete a full three years of English, Math, and Science courses. Students are encouraged to repeat the test in June, October or December of the senior year, if needed. All registration is done online. Our school (CEEB) code number is PSAT/NMSQT Preliminary Scholastic Aptitude Test/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test. This test is given each year only once in October. It cannot be repeated. The test serves a dual purpose for juniors; it is a practice test for the SAT and scores on the test will determine eligibility to continue in the National Merit Scholarship competition. (Only about 1% of the entire national population of juniors taking the test will have scores high enough to continue in the competition for scholarships). Underclassmen have an opportunity to take the PSAT; if there are seats available (juniors have first priority). Scores of sophomore students taking the PSAT/NMSQT are not reported to the scholarship agency, and they are not eligible to compete for scholarship consideration. It is taken for practice only. The junior year testing is for National Merit Scholarships. OHIO GRADUATION TEST All students are required to take the statewide graduation proficiency test in the areas of Reading, Writing, Mathematics, Citizenship, and Science. If local requirements are met, but any area of the Ohio

11 Graduation test is not passed, a high school diploma will not be awarded unless a student meets the alternative criteria for receiving a diploma. The alternative criteria are: 1. Pass 4 of 5 tests 2. Missed proficient score by 10 points or fewer on the failed test 3. 97% attendance, no expulsion GPA in courses of test not passed 5. Participate in intervention 6. Letters recommending graduation from principal and teachers 7. Complete high school curriculum requirements in the subject of test not passed Students not passing all five parts or not meeting the alternative criteria will not receive a diploma and will not be permitted to participate in the graduation ceremony. Students will have at least six (6) opportunities to pass all areas of this test during their high school career. A student may retake the proficiency test until the age of 22. POST-SECONDARY ENROLLMENT OPTIONS PROGRAM (PSEOP) The Post-secondary Enrollment Options Program has been established to permit high school students in grades nine through twelve to earn college and high school graduation credit through the successful completion of college courses. The program is intended to provide expanded opportunities for appropriately qualified high school students to experience coursework at the college or university level. Any high school student admitted to a course by an institution of higher education will be expected and required to perform at the same level as the institution s regular students. 1. Program Eligibility: The student/parent must provide the Springboro Community City Board of Education with a non-binding notification by March 31 of the student s intent to participate in the Post-Secondary Enrollment Program during the following school year. Students in grade nine may not receive high school/college credit for more than the equivalent of four academic years (Springboro High School 28 credits). Students in grade ten may not receive high school/college credit for more than the equivalent of three academic years (Springboro High School 21 Credits). Students in grade eleven may not receive high school/college credit for more than the equivalent of two academic years Springboro High School 14 credits). Students in grade twelve may not receive high school/college credit for more than one academic year (Springboro High School 7 credits). 2. Program Options: The student may elect at the time of college enrollment one of the following options: Option A - Enrollment in college courses for college credit Option B - Enrollment at Springboro High School and in college for a combination of high school and college credit 3. Graduation Requirement: No high school graduation requirements may be waived for any student participating in this program All graduation requirements are recommended to be completed at Springboro High School; courses at college level should be electives only No diploma will be issued and participation in the graduation ceremony will be denied until college course work taken for high school credit is completed 4. Grade Point Average: All courses taken at the college level for high school credit will be computed in the student s high school grade point average and class rank All letter grades earned for completion of college courses for high school graduation credit will be assigned the following percentage value: A = 100 D = 69 B = 89 F = 0.0 C = 79 If a letter grade of Pass (P) or Fail (F) in a Pass/Fail course is obtained in the course, it will not be computed in the student s high school grade point average and class rank 5. Activity Eligibility: Students must be enrolled and must have received passing grades in subjects that, when credit is converted to high school credit, will earn a minimum of five (5) credits or equivalent per year toward graduation. 6. Scheduling Conflicts: Scheduling conflicts of college courses and school activities are not the responsibility of the Springboro Community City School District. 7. Financial Arrangements: The cost rests with the student/parent for college courses taken for college credit only. The cost rests with the Ohio Department of Education for college courses taken for combination of high school and college credit. (Equivalent funds will be deducted from the district s state funds.) The financial obligation shall default to the student/parent if the student fails to complete the college course. No funds are available for room and board. 8. Granting of Credit: To receive credit, all college courses taken for high school credit must meet the similar subject area/or comparable course requirement. Equivalent credit will be computed using the following formula: (One semester hour equals 15 class hours one quarter hour equals 10 class hours.) College courses for which five semester hours (seven and onehalf quarter hours) of credit are earned shall be awarded one Carnegie unit toward high school graduation; fractional Carnegie units shall be awarded proportionately. 11

12 SPRINGBORO HIGH SCHOOL Program of Studies 2014 ~2015 SPRINGBORO HIGH SCHOOL PROGRAM OF STUDIES Textbooks Materials: All textbooks and equipment provided to a pupil, and paid for by state funds, are the property of the post secondary institution unless the student would wish to purchase his/her own. 10. This program does not include correspondence courses offered at colleges or universities. 11. Students Considering the Post-Secondary Enrollment: Students who have the ability to undertake college work, especially the gifted students, may wish to consider this program. These students and parents/guardians should see their school counselor for a more detailed explanation of this educational option. 12. Board of Education Policies: All Board of Education policies are applicable to students enrolled in the Post-Secondary Enrollment Options Program. Four regional meetings are scheduled to explain the post-secondary option. Springboro High School will host one of the meetings on February 14, 2014 from 6:00-7:00 p.m. Contact the guidance office for the other dates and locations if unable to attend at Springboro. Attendance by one parent or designee at this meeting is mandatory. Students interested in this option are still eligible to select courses for study at Springboro High School. CREDIT FLEX PLAN The district and Board of Education recognize the need to provide alternative means by which students achieve the goals of the district. An optional plan to meet the educational needs of a student may be developed when deemed necessary by the student and approved by the Credit Flex Committee. Credit flexibility shifts the focus from seat time to performance. Students can earn units of high school credit based on an individually approved credit flexibility plan. The intent of credit flexibility is to meet increased expectations for high school graduation in response to globalization, technology, and demographics; and to meet the demand for 21st century skills. Credit flexibility enables students to earn high school credit in a number of ways in addition to traditional classes. Credit Flex proposals may include such options as approved online courses, tutorial program, independent study, correspondence courses, educational travel, mentorship programs, test out which requires mastery of content through a paper/pencil test and submission of a portfolio, and courses not available in the current Springboro High School Program of Studies. Credit will be granted to the student upon satisfactory completion of the approved Credit Flex Plan. The Credit Flex Committee accepts proposals on May 1st and November 1st. If you have questions regarding credit flex, please consult with your guidance counselor. Students considering participation in college athletics should assume that any credit flex courses taken may not be accepted as core courses by the NCAA or NAIA. DUAL ENROLLMENT This program allows a high school student to enroll in a community college and earn college level credit, while at the same time fulfilling high school academic requirements and earning high school credit (Carnegie units). These courses are offered at a student s home high school, through various delivery models, including teacher taught in class to online. SPRINGBORO HIGH SCHOOL ACTIVITIES There are numerous extracurricular/co-curricular activities available at Springboro High School. The following is a list of those activities: CLUBS/ACTIVITIES contact the advisor or the assistant principal s office for information Academic Challenge Club Art Club Buckeye Boys/Girls State Business Professionals of America Club Med Destination Imagination French Club German Club Junior Council of World Affairs (JCOWA) JROTC Color Guard Kitty Hawk Air Society Make a Difference Club Mock Trial Team Muse Machine National Honor Society (NHS) Office Worker PKOM Play/Musical Pride Committee Remote Control Model Aircraft Club Robotics School Newspaper-The Roar Ski/Snowboard Club Spanish Club Student Athletic Trainer Student Council Students Against Destructive Decisions Teacher Aide Teen Mentoring Teen Democrats Teen Republicans VICA/Skills USA Volunteer Swim Coach Yearbook Staff S-Capades

13 ATHLETICS contact Mr. Matt LOUis Athletic Director Fall: Football Volleyball Boys/Girls Soccer Boys/Girls Cross Country Girls Tennis Boys/Girls Golf Cheerleading Winter: Boys/Girls Basketball Wrestling Boys/Girls Swimming Cheerleading Hockey Boys/Girls Bowling Spring: Boys/Girls Track Baseball Softball Boys Tennis Boys/Girls Lacrosse (Club) MUSIC contact Mr. Jeff Runge Band Director Participation in the programs listed below must meet established academic eligibility requirements: Band Winterguard Winter Percussion Jazz Band Pep Band Fall Guard 13

14 SPRINGBORO HIGH SCHOOL Program of Studies 2014 ~2015 SPRINGBORO HIGH SCHOOL PROGRAM OF STUDIES 14 Aerospace Science Air Force Junior Rotc AEROSPACE SCIENCE I 0101 Pre-Requisite: None Grade: 9, 10 Length: Year Credit: 1 Fee: None This course is an introduction to Aerospace Science I (AS1), Leadership Education I (LE1), and physical fitness and wellness. The AS1 portion is entitled, Journey into Aviation History. This course is about aviation history focusing on the development of flight throughout the centuries. It starts with ancient civilizations, then progresses through time to modern days. It emphasizes civilian and military contributions to aviation, the development and modernization of the United States Air Force, and a brief history of astronomy and space exploration. The LE1 course will introduce students to Air Force JROTC, its history, and basic customs, and courtesies of the program. Additionally, students explore and learn about individual behavior, wear of the uniform, basic drill, and customs and courtesies to the U.S. flag. (See Note 3 below regarding fitness and wellness). AEROSPACE SCIENCE II 0201 Pre-Requisite: Instructor Consent Grade: 10 Length: Year Credit: 1 Fee: None This course is comprised of Aerospace Science II (AS2), Leadership Education II (LE2), and physical fitness and wellness. The AS2 portion is entitled, The Science of Flight. This is an introductory and customized course that focuses on how airplanes fly, how weather conditions affect flight, flight and the human body, and flight navigation. The course is designed to complement materials taught in math and science courses and support a Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) education. The LE2 course focuses on communications skills and speech preparation, time management, goal setting, decision-making and organizational structures. Basic leadership skills, traits, styles of leadership, and followership are covered, along with group formation and interaction. Students continue to learn and demonstrate JROTC customs and courtesies. (See Note 3 below regarding fitness and wellness). AEROSPACE SCIENCE III 0301 Pre-Requisite: Instructor Consent Grade: 11 Length: Year Credit: 1 Fee: None This course is a comprised of Aerospace Science III (AS3), Leadership Education III (LE3), and physical fitness and wellness. The AS3 portion is entitled, An Introduction to Astronomy and explores the history of astronomy to include prehistoric astronomy, early ideas of the heavens to include ancient Greeks and Romans, Copernicus, Galileo, Newton, and others. The modern concepts of our Solar Systems and the larger universe are also examined. LE3 is a course designed to equip cadets with essential life skills, focusing on education and career paths. The course covers researching and choosing careers, financing education, applying for college, interviewing techniques an pursuing a career. (See Note 3 below regarding fitness and wellness). AEROSPACE SCIENCE IV 0401 Pre-Requisite: Instructor Consent Grade: 12 Length: Year Credit: 1 Fee: None This course is comprised of Aerospace Science IV (AS4), Leadership Education IV (LE4), and physical fitness and wellness. The AS4 portion is entitled, Survival, and is a course designed to provide a basic understanding of survival situations. Students will learn survival in situations where their safety and life depends on their decisions. Topics covered include survival preparedness, the conditions affecting survival, the needs of a survivor, psychological aspects of survival, basic survival medicine, clothing and shelters, building fires, land navigation and signaling techniques. LE4 is a course designed to help cadets understand and practice financial planning, use of credit, and investments. LE4 also introduces students to the principles and functions of management, managing conflict, problem solving and decision making. (See Note 3 below regarding fitness and wellness). Note 1: The Aerospace Science II, III, and IV portions of the curriculum are taught over a three year period with each of the classes being taught the same material during the year. During the school year the AS III (An Introduction to Astronomy) curriculum will be taught. Note 2: Cadets will receive credit for either Aerospace Science III or Aerospace Science IV depending on the number of successful years in the program. Students must obtain approval from the senior Aerospace Science Instructor to enroll in AS II, III or IV. Note 3: The fitness and wellness curriculum focuses on physical fitness and wellness concepts and is intended to motivate JROTC students to lead more active and healthy lifestyles beyond minimum school requirements. Note 4: All Aerospace Science students are required to wear the issued (free) uniform one day each week and adhere to Air Force grooming standards. Wearing of the uniform is optional for AS1 students during the academic year. They can decide anytime during their first year when they would like to begin wearing the uniform. SUMMER LEADERSHIP 0102/0103/0104 SCHOOL I/II/III Pre-Requisite: One year of JROTC Grade: 10, 11, 12 Length: 9-10 days Credit: 1 Fee: Varies This is an intensive course offered in conjunction with other JROTC units at Wright Patterson AFB. It is organized for in-depth instruction in leadership and followership techniques. Major portions of the course consist of academics, physical fitness, drill, survival, and leadership exercises. There is a nominal charge for various cadet activities and awards.

15 Business Education The following courses are offered to prepare students for a job, enrichment for college bound students, and to enable the individual to adapt to a business oriented society. INTRO TO BUSINESS 7104 Pre-Requisite: None, Grade: 9, 10, 11, L e n g t h : Year, Credit: 1 Program Type: El ec t i v e This course gives students a comprehensive overview of business practices valuable to consumers of business goods and services. Students are introduced to the concepts of management, marketing, and finance. Students also gain experience with everyday problems encountered by the modern consumer including obtaining a job, using credit, banking services, financing a home and car, and filing income tax returns. Understanding of the stock market will be demonstrated as students compete in The Stock Market Game in the fall and spring. A variety of business professionals will speak about their businesses and careers. There is a fee associated with this class. Intro to Personal Finance 7106 Pre-Requisite: None Grade: Length: Semester Credit: ½ Program Type: Elective This semester course is highly recommended for students. Students will gain an introduction to money management, including budgeting, income taxes, investments, banking services, job preparation, credit and insurance. The class is designed for students with little to no experience handling money. Preference is given to 9th and 10th grade students but upper class students may take it if space is available. There is a fee for this course. ACCOUNTING I 7105 Pre-Requisite: None Grade: 10, 11, 12 Length: Year Credit: 1 Program Type: Elective This course is highly recommended for students interested in the business field. Students learn to keep elementary journals, post ledgers, and the make the various statements which are applicable to the home, the office, and retail business. An introduction to computerized accounting is also covered. There is a fee for this course. ACCOUNTING II (Dual Credit Option) 7205 Pre-Requisite: Teacher Approval Grade: 11, 12 Length: Year Credit: 1 Program Type: Elective This course is a continuation of the principles of accounting learned in Accounting I. It trains the pupil in the art of recording transactions of a mercantile enterprise in columnar books and separate ledgers. Particular emphasis is placed on opening of books, adjusting of accounts, safe-guarding of cash, notes, and drafts. Students will spend a great deal of time using computers. Students who take this course will have the option to pay for dual credit through Sinclair Community College. There is a fee for this course. FASHION MERCHANDISING 7112 Pre-Requisite: None Grade: 10, 11,12 Length: Semester Credit: 1/2 Program Type: Elective Teens spend nearly $220 billion each year and marketers target hundreds of ads each day toward students to capture a share of that market. Students in this semester course will be given an in-depth look at customer-oriented marketing concepts with an emphasis on the retail and fashion industries in order to help them become more aware of marketing strategies used in advertising. They will gain power to combat marketing influences as they learn to analyze consumer behavior. Students will be introduced to merchandising and buying, ethics, the marketing mix, marketing research, financing, pricing, advertising, distribution, and selling. Students will also learn about what it takes to start a retail business and the legal aspects of marketing. Students will put their marketing skills into practice as they produce the marketing plan and advertising campaign for PromFest. Students will also choose a spirit item to market and sell. Speakers from area businesses will provide insight into careers in the fashion and retail industry. There is a fee associated with this class. SPORTS & ENTERTAINMENT MARKETING 7110 Pre-Requisite: None Grade: 10, 11, 12 Length: Semester Credit: 1/2 Program Type: Elective This marketing course will cover all basic marketing concepts with an emphasis on the Sport and Entertainment industries. Some of the main areas of study will include identifying the impact of marketing, analyzing consumer behavior, identifying economic and ethical issues, identifying the target market, development of the marketing mix, promotion in the sports industry, marketing research and decision making, distribution, and pricing of the product. The class will be a combination of in-class study, projects, and out-of-class hands-on experience assisting in the marketing of high school sporting events as well as experience working in the Panther Express. There is a fee associated with this class. SPORTS & ENTERTAIN MANAGEMENT 7111 Pre-Requisite: None Grade: 10, 11,12 Length: Semester Credit: 1/2 Program Type: Elective Students in this semester course will be given an in-depth look at the basic principles of management for the sports and entertainment industry. Students will study the concepts and functions of management for sports and entertainment events from the amateur through the professional levels. Students will also learn decision making and personal management skills, management theories and strategies, staffing, marketing/competition analysis, inventory control, management in a global economy, leadership, ethics, the influences of organized labor, information management, and teamwork. Speakers from area businesses will help students gain the knowledge they need to be successful as they enter the work force and move into their first management positions. There is a fee associated with this class. 15

16 SPRINGBORO HIGH SCHOOL Program of Studies 2014 ~2015 SPRINGBORO HIGH SCHOOL PROGRAM OF STUDIES 16 FINANCE, INSURANCE & REAL ESTATE 7209 Pre-Requisite: None Grade: 11,12 Length: Semester Credit: 1/2 Program Type: Elective This semester course is designed for juniors and seniors interested in pursuing a business major or interested in learning about personal finance, insurance, and real estate. Students will discover what it takes to be financially responsible as they prepare go to college or move into their first home or apartment. More students drop out of college because they can t afford to stay than because college is too hard. Topics covered will be similar to the semester course, Money and Banking, but the course is geared toward upperclassmen. Students will focus on creating occupational goals that will support their lifestyle. Students will learn the importance of creating budgets, using credit effectively, and discover investment options that will enable them to reach their financial goals. Understanding of the stock market will be demonstrated as students compete in The Stock Market Game. Students will also learn about the responsibilities that they will face when purchasing a home and gain an understanding of the different types of insurance that are available. There is a fee associated with this class. ENTREPRENEURSHIP 7108 Pre-Requisite: None Grade: 11,12 Length: Semester Credit: 1/2 Program Type: Elective The Entrepreneurship course is a semester class designed for upper class students interested in pursuing a business major or anticipating operating their own business in the future. This class will cover topics associated with identifying the characteristics of entrepreneurs, planning, marketing, financing, record keeping, economic concepts, analyzing the global marketplace, and managing a small business. The legal requirements of operating a business and buying into a franchise business will also be addressed. Students will gain experience in owning a business as they take responsibility for the operation of the school store. Students will also gain practical experience as they develop a management and business plan for an entrepreneurial venture. There is a fee associated with this class. Computer Courses The computer courses allow students to appropriately use hardware, software applications, multimedia tools and other electronic technology, as well as discover the wide range of jobs that they facilitate. These include desktop publishing, web page design, Internet use and information retrieval, computer graphics, networking, file management and storage, telecommunications, multimedia, word processing, spreadsheets, database applications, and computer-based presentations. Students will use the Internet and other electronic information resources for research, knowledge building, and decision making. They will create, publish and present information utilizing formats appropriate to the content and audience. Since the technology of the computer and the web is constantly changing, new tools and techniques will be introduced as they evolve. All classes will be exposed to: Problem Solving Recognize the role of teamwork in the design process Graphic editing Fair use and multimedia copyright guidelines citing sources of copyrighted materials in papers, projects and multimedia presentations Use technological tools for class assignments, projects and presentations Select and use appropriate technologies as a means of artistic expression Use electronic resources for research Select and use appropriate technology tools to efficiently collect, analyze and display data Emphasize high-level academics with teamwork, critical thinking, and problem solving Select and use appropriate technologies to prepare for the workplace COMPUTER APPLICATIONS I 0202 Pre-Requisite: None Grade: 9, 10, 11, 12 Length: Semester Credit: ½ Program Type: College Prep This is a course that will provide students with opportunity to develop self-confidence, foster creativity, and develop skills that are important for success in college and entry-level careers. The practical component of the course seeks to enable students to use computers as a tool in everyday problem solving, no matter what discipline they study. Time will be spent exploring all the features of Google. Students gain skills in computer graphics, animations, word processing, presentation strategies, spreadsheets including charting, database applications, information retrieval on the Internet. There is a fee for this course. Advanced search strategies demonstrate an understanding of the strengths and limitations of the internet, and evaluate the quality and appropriate use of Internet resources.

17 Evaluate choices of electronic resources and determine their strengths and limitations Identify communications needs, select appropriate communications COMPUTER APPLICATIONS II 0210 Pre-Requisite: Minimum 60% in Comp App I Grade: 9, 10, 11, 12 Length: Semester Credit: ½ Program Type: College Prep This course is designed to provide advanced experience in multimedia technology. Students will develop necessary skills and obtain handson experience working with a variety of multimedia tools. Skills learned include sound editing, video editing, and graphic manipulation. Students will continue their study of the programs learned in Computer Applications I. The students will have an opportunity to build interactive projects that focus on creative expression. There is a fee for this course. WEB PAGE DESIGN 0213 Pre-Requisite: None Grade: 9, 10, 11, 12 Length: Semester Credit: ½ Program Type: College Prep Students taking this course will be exposed to the foundations of web design and Hypertext Markup Language (HTML) structure. Throughout the course, students will work on a variety of projects that will investigate site design and management. They will discover how to use HTML/XHTML, organize web content, develop color schemes, add graphics and links, work with frames, insert multimedia elements, and use cascading style sheets (CSS). This is a project-oriented course leading to the ability to maintain a fully functional web site. There is a fee for this course. AP Computer Science 0222 Pre-Requisite: None Grade: 9-12 Length: Full Year Fee: TBD Program Type: Elective This Advanced Placement course offers a course and exam in introductory computer science. This course emphasizes object-oriented programming methodology with a concentration on problem solving and algorithm development, and is meant to be the equivalent of a first-semester college-level course in computer science. It also includes the study of data structures, design and abstraction. All students who sign up for this course are encouraged to take the AP Computer Science A exam. INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY TECH PREP Programming & System Development ITTP is one of two on-campus Career/Technical Programs offered at Springboro High School. The program combines academic rigor with technical training. Information Technology is a College Tech Prep Program. College Tech Prep, TECHnology PREParation, combines the best of college prep and advanced technical education to create a high school and college pathway to high tech career success. College Tech Prep students get real world working experiences, career exploration and the academic foundation they need to succeed in college. Learning is relevant and interesting. Programs emphasize high-level academics with teamwork, critical thinking, and problem solving. Students who are involved in Tech Prep will have the opportunity to participate in the following: Business Professionals of America Students are able to run for officer positions where they can showcase their leadership, public speaking and marketing skills Students are able to compete in various team and individual competitions at the regional, state and national level. Inter-alliance of Greater Cincinnati The Tech Prep program at Springboro is currently a member of this organization. They offer IT Camps and paid internships for juniors and seniors throughout the summer. Microsoft Technology Associate Certifications Microsoft offers a series of technology certifications that students can take based on the IT pathway that interests them. Sinclair Community College Students become a member of the Miami Valley Tech Prep Consortium and a student at Sinclair Community College. Through this partnership they can earn college credit while in high school Students who complete both years of the Tech Prep program and meet the minimum GPA requirements may be eligible for a $3,000 scholarship that can be used towards classes at Sinclair after they graduate FOUNDATIONS IN COMPUTER 0214 INFORMATION SYSTEMS Pre-Requisite: None Grade: 9,10 Length: Semester Credit: ½ Program Type: Elective This pre-tech Prep elective provides exploration into Information Technology career fields while building skill sets in a hands-on laboratory environment. Students successfully completing this course will know if Information Technology is a possible college major or career field. The course helps students get an introduction to topics covered in the Tech Prep Program. There is a fee for this course. PROGRAMMING & SYSTEM 0215 DEVELOPMENT I (PSD I) Pre-Requisite: Minimum of 75% in Algebra I Grade: 11 Length: Full Year/2 Period Credit: 2 Program Type: Elective Students who participate in the PSD I course will be introduced to basic computer programming logic, software design basics, database management skills and project management. Students will have the opportunity to program in Java, C++, Visual Basic, and C#. Throughout the program students will learn how to be successful in software development as an individual and as a team. Students in this course will have the opportunity to earn college credit from Sinclair Community College, participate in BPA competitions, opportunities for internships and to sit for Microsoft Technology Associate certifications. There is a fee for this course. 17

18 SPRINGBORO HIGH SCHOOL Program of Studies 2014 ~2015 SPRINGBORO HIGH SCHOOL PROGRAM OF STUDIES 18 PROGRAMMING & SYSTEM 0216 DEVELOPMENT II (PSD II) Pre-Requisite: PSD I Grade: 12 Length: Full Year/2 Period Credit: 2Program Type: Elective Students who participate in the PSD II course will continue building their programming logic skills from the prior course. Students will learn to build software applications for web development and mobile applications. Students will learn database programming while working in SQL Server to create complex queries and stored procedures. The minimum expected for students to graduate with from the Tech Prep program is with college credit from Sinclair Community College in their BIS 1120, CIS 1107 and CIS 1111 classes as well as have passed their Microsoft Technology Associate Software Development certification. There is a fee for this course. Digital Media Arts Academy Digital Media Arts Academy is a Warren County Career Center, Career/Technical Program offered at Springboro High School. The program combines academic rigor with technical training. College Tech Prep, TECHnology PREParation, combines the best of college prep and advanced technical education to create a high school and college pathway to high tech career success. College Tech Prep students get real world working experiences, career exploration and the academic foundation they need to succeed in college. Learning is relevant and interesting. Programs emphasize high-level academics with teamwork, critical thinking, and problem solving. The seamless four-year College Tech Prep pathway is a skill-building curriculum jointly designed by businesses, high schools, and colleges. The pathway links the last two years of high school with a two-year college degree program. It is also possible to extend the pathway to a baccalaureate degree program. Student often enter college with advanced skills, credit for work completed in high school, scholarships and a clearer sense of career direction. Students successfully completing the two-year Digital Media Arts Academy can earn articulated college credits through Miami Valley Tech Prep Consortium at Sinclair Community College. Qualifying students who choose to attend Sinclair have the opportunity to earn a $3,000 scholarship, if eligibility requirements are met. Information regarding credits and scholarships can be found at the Miami Valley Prep Consortium homepage ( INTRODUCTION TO DIGITAL 0219 MEDIA ARTS Pre-Requisite: None Length: Semester Program Type: Career Tech The goal for Introduction to Digital Media is to provide basic knowledge and skills for those students who are considering pursuing the Digital Media Arts Academy or those who are interested in multi-media production or digital art. This course focuses primarily on creating personally expressive artwork using technology. Students will expand their knowledge of computer hardware and software applications in a laboratory environment. This course will include an introduction to Digital Photography, Digital Imaging, Digital Illustration, Basic Animation, Web-page Design, Video/Audio Production, and Elements of Visual Arts/Design. STEM focused curriculum is implement in this course. Students need to be self-directed and able to work independently. There is a fee for this course. DIGITAL MEDIA ARTS ACADEMY I & II This is a two-year Tech Prep Program. This course will be taught in units that include Digital Media Arts Appreciation, Digital Imaging, Digital Illustration, Graphic Design, Visual Media Design, Storyboarding, Web-design, and Digital Video Production. Digital Media Arts Academy II also includes portfolio preparation and opportunity for job shadowing and internship. Students must be self-motivated and self-directed. DIGITAL MEDIA ARTS ACADEMY I 0220 Pre-Requisite: None Length: Full Year- 2 Periods Program Type: Career Tech This course includes animation, video/audio production, graphics, digital imaging, web design, computer skills and skills for internship: Employability, customer relations, teamwork, and project management. Students will create an on-line portfolio. There is a fee for this course. DIGITAL MEDIA ARTS ACADEMY II 0221 Pre-requisite: Digital Media Arts I or by teacher approval Length: Full Year- 2 Periods Program Type: Career Tech This course includes animation, video/audio production, graphics, digital imaging, web design, computer skills, portfolio preparation and possibility for internship and job shadowing. This course will cover topics introduced in Digital Media Arts Academy I. Topics in Digital Media Arts Academy II will be taught in greater depth and require products that are more rigorous then products in Digital Media Arts Academy I. This course will cover topics introduced in Digital Media Arts Academy I. Topics in Digital Media Arts Academy II will be taught in greater depth and require products that are more rigorous then products in Digital Media Arts Academy I. There is a fee for this course. StudyHall/Late Arrival/Early Release Course numbers: SH S1 (Study hall semester 1) SH S2 (Study hall semester 2) LATE S1 (Late arrival semester 1) LATE S2 (Late arrival semester 2) EARLY S1 (Early release semester 1) EARLY S2 (Early release semester 2)

19 Students who have achieved junior or senior status (10 or 15 credits respectively), have the option to arrive late or leave school early in lieu of a study hall. Students participating in this opportunity must have their own transportation and a valid parking spot. Students who are juniors or seniors, with a minimum of 10 or 15 credit hours earned respectively, may choose to arrive late or leave early. This option is in lieu of a study hall. Students will be given the option to begin their school day second period (late arrival) or finish it ninth period (early release). These options, chosen by the student who has transportation and their own parking space, will be in effect throughout the semester. If a student is not able to drive for any reason, s/he will be assigned to a study hall for the remainder of the semester. Students may not drop a class to participate in this option. English English Department Courses 4 Core Credits Required* COLLEGE PREP CAREER PREP 9th Grade Honors English I CP English I CP English I English is the development of skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening. Areas of study in the English program include the following: Literature the study of man, his surroundings, his experiences and emotions as portrayed in prose and poetry. It s purpose is to bring greater understanding, enjoyment, and appreciation of literary forms while developing reading skills. Composition the expression of ideas and creative ability through a variety of written forms. The student will gain expertise by writing letters, reports, essays, stories, term papers, verse, and outlines. Grammar the study of the structure of our language. Using words correctly and more effectively in sentences is the primary purpose of this area of study. Speech the art of communicating ideas in a competent and effective manner. This area includes practice in discussion techniques and in giving speeches. Spelling and Vocabulary the knowledge of word forms, their meaning, and usage. Accuracy in spelling and usage is stressed. The English standards required by the CORE curriculum apply throughout each course. 10th Grade Honors English II English II CP English II Electives: Electives: Public Speaking Public Speaking Creative Writing Creative Writing College Essentials College Essentials Children s Literature Children s Literature Film & Literature Film & Literature Sports & Literature Sports & Literature S capades S capades 11th Grade Honors English III English III CP English III Electives: Electives: Public Speaking Public Speaking Creative Writing Creative Writing College Essentials College Essentials Children s Literature Children s Literature Film And Literature Film & Literature Modern Literature Modern Literature Sports & Literature Sports & Literature S capades S capades 12Th Grade AP English Lit & Comp English IV CP English IV Electives: Electives: Public Speaking Public Speaking Creative Writing Creative Writing College Essentials College Essentials Film And Literature Children s Literature Children s Literature Film & Literature Modern Literature Modern Literature Sports & Literature Sports & Literature S capades S capades *Students must take one of the bolded courses each year SELECTION CRITERIA: HONORS ENGLISH CLASSES Who needs to apply? Any eighth grader interested in Honors English I must submit a portfolio in order to be considered for the class. Any freshman through junior who has not been in the honors program but wishes to be considered needs to submit a portfolio. What needs to be submitted in the portfolio? Reflective letter (a letter to the English department which includes how the student chose each of the papers, why each paper is a strong representation of writing ability, and why the student wishes to be considered for the program) 19

20 SPRINGBORO HIGH SCHOOL Program of Studies 2014 ~2015 COLLEGE PREP ENGLISH I 1101 Pre-Requisite: None Grade: 9 Length: Year Credit: 1 Program Type: College Prep CP/Career Prep English I is designed to give a student a solid background in the basic skills of English language and serves as an introduction to the elements of literature. A major part of the year will be devoted to critically analyzing various forms of literature, such as the short story, novel, drama, and poetry. Grammar will also be a major focus throughout the year. There will be a strong emphasis on the many forms of writing. There is a fee for this course. SPRINGBORO HIGH SCHOOL PROGRAM OF STUDIES 20 A narrative or descriptive work An expository piece An analysis of literature A work of the author s choice How are the portfolios evaluated? The submission of the writing portfolio by an assigned date will serve as a student s application into Honors English. The portfolio will be evaluated by the English department and will be based on the following: Diversity in writing (student displays a variety of types and styles of writing) Use of the writing process (student s writing shows evidence of the writing process especially in revision and editing) Effort displayed in writing (student has made a serious effort on works in portfolio) Use of language (student uses effective and original language) Will anything else be used in the evaluation process? The recommendation of the previous English teacher will be considered. Evaluations are based on the following: Interest and ability in language arts observed by the teacher Level of critical thinking seen in literature analysis and composition Willingness to participate in class discussions and group work Student s ability to work well independently Consistency in achievement in all areas of language arts Attendance Overall character and attitude When are the portfolios due? Information regarding due dates will be announced by the current English teacher. The student will turn their portfolio in/on by the given due date to their current English teacher. The due date is usually in the spring, shortly after spring break. HONORS ENGLISH I 1102 Pre-Requisite: Selection Criteria Grade: 9 Length: Year Credit:1 Program Type: College Prep this is a weighted course The Honors English class at the ninth grade level will include the traditional course work in place in the curriculum guide as well as additional literary selections and writing opportunities. The Honors class will provide enrichment and in-depth study for those students who demonstrate extraordinary promise in their language skills. Summer reading is required. All students taking this course are strongly encouraged to take the end of course exam. There is a fee for this course. ENGLISH II 1200 Pre-Requisite: English I & teacher approval Grade: 10 Length: Year Credit: 1 Program Type: Career Prep English II is designed to help students master the basic skills of literature, including fiction, nonfiction, poetry, drama and novels. The pace of the course accommodates students who may need extra help and time to strengthen writing and reading comprehension and improve written and spoken vocabulary. Students in English II will also receive extensive preparation for the Ohio Graduation Test. The placement for this course is based on achievement level in CP English I as well as teacher recommendation. There is a fee for this course. COLLEGE PREP ENGLISH II 1201 Pre-Requisite: English I Grade: 10 Length: Year Credit: 1 Program Type: College Prep CP English II is designed to give a student a solid background in the basic skills of English language and serves as an introduction to the elements of literature. A major part of the year will be devoted to analyzing various forms of literature, such as the short story, novel, drama, and poetry. Grammar and vocabulary will also be a major focus throughout the year. There will be a strong emphasis on writing. Students will also receive Ohio Graduation Test preparation. There is a fee for this course. HONORS ENGLISH II 1202 Pre-Requisite: Selection Criteria Grade: 10 Length: Year Credit: 1 Program Type: College Prep this is a weighted course Students will read extensively from novels, short stories, poetry, and nonfiction selections. Summer reading is required, as well. Students will write extensively; they will write memoirs, narrative/descriptive,