St. Bernard- Elmwood Place High School

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1 St. Bernard- Elmwood Place High School Course Planner Tower Ave St. Bernard, OH

2 Using the Course Planner Guide to Registration This guide has been prepared to aid all students and prospective students of St. Bernard- Elmwood Place High School in the planning of the program of studies for the next school year and the school years to follow. With the information provided here and the help available from your teachers and school counselor, it is our hope that a realistic program for your entire high school career can be mapped out. The program of studies for each individual must be planned with many things in mind. Among those are the following: state requirements, local requirements, interest and ability of the student, vocational and educational plans, and last but not least, the past record of the student. Each of these factors must be duly considered. The program of studies for each student should be fitted into one of the following categories: College Preparatory or Joint Vocational School (JVS). 1. Honors and Advanced Placement Classes are open and recommended in the eleventh and twelfth grade for Language Arts and American Government. 2. All students must carry a minimum of six (6) classes, unless the Principal grants special permission. These requests must be in writing, must be signed by the parent and student, and must include an explanation justifying the request. Study hall does not count as a class. 3. Students who are accepted to JVS are committed to attend the indicated program for a minimum of two weeks before consideration of a return to the home school will be given. 4. Required subjects that students failed should be repeated the following year unless they are passed in summer school. *Summer school is highly recommended to catch up on course deficiencies. Summer school is cost extra. See main office for details. Information in this Course Planner is current as of printing (Jan 2015). Some offerings and/or course descriptions may be subject to change. Some courses listed in this Course Planner may be withheld and not offered in the school year. 2

3 TABLE OF CONTENTS St. Bernard- Elmwood Place General Information... 4 GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS OHIO GRADUATION TEST... 4 St. Bernard- Elmwood Place General Information... 5 GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS... 5 CLASSIFICATION OF STUDENTS... 6 PLANNING AND SELECTING A PROGRAM... 6 SCHEDULING PROCESS... 6 CHANGES IN COURSE REQUEST... 6 SCHEDULE LOAD... 7 ATHLETES... 7 POST SECONDARY OPTIONS PROGRAM... 7 NCAA ELIGIBIILTY FOR DIVISION I OR II... 7 HONORS DIPLOMA... 8 PHYSICAL EDUCATION WAIVER... 8 Course Descriptions... 9 ART... 9 COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY FOREIGN LANGUAGE MUSIC PHYSICAL EDUCATION/HEALTH SCIENCE SOCIAL STUDIES COURSE PLANNER 3

4 St. Bernard- Elmwood Place General Information GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS 5OHIO GRADUATION TEST A minimum of 21.5 credits are required for graduation from St. Bernard- Elmwood Place High School. It is the students responsibility to see that requirements for graduation are met. The high school will make every effort to keep up- to- date records to inform the student and parents about the student s progress toward the completion of graduation requirements. Graduation Requirements Specific units required by STBEP are: English. Mathematics. Science. Physical Science Life Science (Biology) Science Elective Social Studies World Studies US History Government Economics and Financial Literacy Health/Physical Education Health. 0.5 *Physical Education (2 semesters). 0.5 Fine Arts (Students must pick one course) Technology Music Foreign Language Electives Students also must pass ALL sections of the Ohio Graduation Test. (see following instructions) *Can be satisfied through interscholastic sports participation. See page All students who graduate before or in 2017 must pass the Ohio Graduation Test in writing, reading, mathematics, science, & social studies. The Ohio Graduation Test will be first administered in the spring of the 10 th grade. A student must retake only the graduation test in the area that has not been passed. The test will be re- administered each year in the fall and spring. As of December 2004, the Ohio Department of Education established that students may graduate and receive a diploma by passing only four of the five OGT if they also meet all the following criteria: Pass 4 of the 5 tests and have missed passing the fifth test by no more than 10 points Have a 97 percent school attendance rate in each of the last four school years and must have not been expelled from school in any of the last four school years Have a grade point average of at least 2.5 out of 4.0 in the OGT subject area failed and have completed the curriculum requirement in the subject area failed Participated in any intervention program provided by the school in the OGT subject failed and must have a 97 percent attendance rate in any of those programs offered outside the normal school day Obtain letters of recommendation from the high school principal and from each of the student s teachers in the subject area not yet passed 4

5 St. Bernard- Elmwood Place General Information GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS: Beginning with the Class of 2018 In addition to course credits, students will earn points toward graduation on seven end-of-course exams. These exams will replace the Ohio Graduation Tests. The courses in which students take an end-of-course exam will be: English I and II, algebra I, geometry, integrated math I and II, physical science or Biology, American history and American government. Beginning in districts may have the option to use the state end-of-course exams to replace their current course final exams and use the state s test as part of the class grade. This will help avoid double testing in future years. Students can earn from 1-5 points for each exam, based on their performance. 5 Advanced 4 Accelerated 3 Proficient 2 Basic 1 Limited Students who take physical science, American history or American government as part of Advanced Placement, International Baccalaureate or college dual credit programs can use their scores from the programs end-of-course exams in place of the state end-of-course exam scores to accumulate graduation points. A student who earned high school credit in any of the above courses before July 1, 2014, automatically will receive a score of three points per course exam toward the total points needed for graduation. Middle school students this year who take one of these courses for high school credit must take the corresponding state end-of-course exam in this school year. With few exceptions, students must accumulate a minimum of 18 points from scores on their end of course exams to become eligible for a diploma. 5

6 CLASSIFICATION OF STUDENTS Ninth grade start date (year of entry into high school) is used to determine the grade level of each student. The following numbers of credits are suggested to benchmark students progress from grade to grade. Sophomore 5.5 credits Junior 10.5 credits Senior 15.5 credits A student who has not obtained the necessary credits during the regular school year is encouraged to enroll in summer school. PLANNING AND SELECTING A PROGRAM The key to successful program planning is involvement. Our ultimate goal is for each student to have a program that will provide a meaningful and successful educational experience. In order to achieve this goal, we believe it is necessary for administrators, counselors, and teachers to provide information, counseling, and recommendations to enable the student and his/her parents to make wise decisions. The ultimate responsibility for the selection of courses to be included in the student schedule rests with the student and his/her parents. This Course Planner (also available at )pam gives a brief description of content, prerequisites, and expectations of each course. Students are urged to become familiar with this Planner and other registration materials and to discuss the tentative course selections with parents. Preliminary steps for students: 1. Become familiar with the Course Planner 2. Study requirements for graduation 3. Review electives 4. Develop a sequence of required and elective courses 5. Discuss course levels and course selections with teachers/counselor 6. Discuss tentative selections with parents SCHEDULING PROCESS During the third quarter, a series of scheduling activities takes place to assist each student in selecting appropriate courses for the next school year. The Principal and Counselor will conduct grade level meetings to schedule students through the public module. Students will hand enter course request in the public module and have course request approved by the Principal/Counselor before final submission. Students and parents should review the courses carefully, taking into consideration the student s abilities and four- year high school plan. It is expected that students will develop a sound educational plan and an appropriate schedule prior to the end of the current school year. CHANGES IN COURSE REQUEST Course requests are locked once entered into the public module. The only course changes that will be made in the Fall or at the beginning of 2 nd semester will be those necessitated by schedule conflicts, failure of a course, or data entry errors. Schedule changes may be made within the first five days after the class begins, and the student may enter another class without consequences. After five days, the student may drop a class with a WF, but may not enter another class, unless approved by the principal and processed by the counselor. 6

7 SCHEDULE LOAD Each student must schedule a minimum of 6 classes for credit per day. Students are encouraged to achieve a good balance of academic and elective courses. Careful consideration should be given to the demands of homework and study time. ATHLETES Athletes are required to pass a minimum of the equivalent of 5 half credit courses to be eligible to play a sport. If a student is enrolled in 1 Physical Education course, it does not count, but if a student is enrolled in 2 Physical Education courses during the same semester, the.5 credit those courses represent does count for eligibility purposes. Eligibility is determined preceding each quarter subject to the Ohio High School Athletic Association (OHSAA) rules, which are published at the beginning of each school year. Consult with Athletic Director for changes. POST SECONDARY OPTIONS PROGRAM The Postsecondary Enrollment Options Program (PSEO) is a dual enrollment program that 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 qualified high school students to experience course work at the college or university level. A student may select the option of enrolling in college courses for high school credit, college, credit, or both. The Ohio Department of Education will be responsible for the cost of tuition, textbooks, materials, and fees. Students interested in participating in the PSEO Program for the school year should have all paperwork to their counselor by March 31, See your counselor for more information or visit, Choice/Post- Secondary- Enrollment- Options- PSEO NCAA ELIGIBIILTY FOR DIVISION I OR II If a student has interest in Athletics for a Division I or II college or university, the student must satisfy the requirements of NCAA Bylaw 14.3, commonly known as proposition 48. Students and parents should view the NCAA Guide for the College- Bound Student- Athlete at (under the resources tab). Information about eligibility requirements and registration for the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics can be found at the NAIA Eligibility Center: Students can ask a coach, athletic director, or counselor about these requirements or contact the NCAA national office at or Information regarding NAIA eligibility can be found at All prospective student- athletes should register with the NCAA Initial Eligibility Center at the end of their junior year. See your counselor for details. 7

8 HONORS DIPLOMA The State Board of Education has established criteria for awarding the Diploma with Honors. The Honors Diploma will be granted for the college preparatory or vocational curriculum. A student who completes the college preparatory curriculum in the high school shall complete all but one of the applicable criteria for the Diploma with Honors: Subject English Mathematics Science Social Studies Foreign Language Fine Art Electives Grade Point Average ACT/SAT Score (excluding scores from the writing sections) Criteria 4 units 4 units, including Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II or equivalent and another higher level course or a four- year sequence of courses that contain equivalent credit 4 units, including Physics & Chemistry 4 units 3 units (must include no less than 2 units for which credit is sought) i.e. 3 units of one language or 2 units each of two languages 1 unit Not counted toward requirements 3.5 on a 4.0 scale 27 - ACT 1210 SAT PHYSICAL EDUCATION WAIVER In May 2007, the St. Bernard- Elmwood Place Board of Education adopted the High School Physical Education Requirement Excused Policy. The policy states the following: The law (SB311) provides the board of education an option to adopt a policy to excuse students from high school physical education. The following requirements must be met: 1. Participate in an interscholastic sport for at least two years. 2. A student must earn a varsity letter in both of the sport seasons. 3. Student must have a sign off sheet placed in his/her file showing he/she has finished the requirements to meet this option. 4. Student must complete one half unit, consisting of at least sixty hours of instruction, in place of the PE credit requirement. 8

9 Course Descriptions ART Course Course Title Grade Length Credit Prerequisite # 0220 Art I- A 9,10,11,12 Sem Art I- B 9,10,11,12 Sem Art II- A 10,11,12 Sem , Art II- B 10,11,12 Sem ,0221, Crafts 9,10,11,12 Sem Sculptures 9,10,11,12 Sem Adv. Studio Art- A* 11,12 Sem ,0221, 0211, Adv. Studio Art- B* 11,12 Sem ,0221, 0211,0212,0214 Students can receive high school credit for each course only once. * Requires teacher approval Art I A&B Prerequisite: None Length: Semester Credit:.5 Description: The course will expose you to the fundamental principles of art through a broad spectrum of experiences in techniques and mediums. Some of these include drawing, painting, printmaking, ceramics, fibers, etc. Sculpture Prerequisite: None Length: Semester Credit:.5 Description: The course will expose you to 3-dimensional works using a variety of mediums including; plaster, wire, paper-mache, clay, etc. Art II A&B Prerequisite: None Grade: Length: Semester Credit:.5 Description: The course is a continuation and enhancement of Art 1. More in-depth studies within varied mediums will be introduced and explored. Art ll is designed for students who are seriously interested in the study of art. Crafts Prerequisite: None Length: Semester Credit:.5 Description: The course offers students the opportunity to create forms within fibers, basketry, pottery, beadwork, paper decorating and more. Advanced Studio Art A&B Prerequisite: None Grade: 11 & 12 Length: Semester Credit:.5 Description: The course is intended for highly motivated students who are seriously interested in postgraduate studies and art careers. Students will develop a concentration of their choice. Portfolios are created through a combination of teacher and student-driven motivation. 9

10 Course Course Title Grade Length Credit Prerequisite # 1166 Work Keys 9,10,11,12 Sem.5 COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY Student can receive high school credit only once for each course. Work Keys Prerequisite: None Grades: 9-12 Length: Semester Credit:.5 Description: The course is an Internet-based learning course designed to help students develop the skills needed to succeed in college and in the workplace. The goal for this course is for students to take the ACT Job Skills Assessments and obtain the National Career Readiness Certificate. Students will also have the opportunity to identify career interests, develop a resume, and manage a personal budget. Students will work in a blended learning environment, experiencing both online and classroom-based instruction. *This course can be repeated to obtain higher certification. 10

11 Course Course Title Grade Length Credit Prerequisite # 0641 Spanish I- A 9,10,11,12 Sem Spanish I- B 9,10,11,12 Sem Spanish II- A 10,11,12 Sem , Spanish II- B 10,11,12 Sem , Spanish III- A 11,12 Sem , 0642, 0643, Spanish III- B 11,12 Sem , 0642, 0643, Spanish IV- A 12 Sem , 0642, 0643, 0644, 0645, Spanish IV- B 12 Sem , 0642, 0643, 0644, 0645, 0646 Students can receive high school credit only once for each course. FOREIGN LANGUAGE Spanish I Prerequisite: None Description: This course will be an introduction into Hispanic culture and the Spanish language. Students will learn pronunciation, vocabulary and structure of the language. Practice is divided among the four basic skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Regular class work includes basic conversation and related vocabulary. A variety of activities and projects will be assigned throughout the year. Students will practice their presentational speaking skills often as well as reading and writing in the Target Language. Spanish II Prerequisite: Spanish I Grade Description: Spanish II is a continuation of Spanish I. The emphasis is focused on grammatical structures and vocabulary of the language. Students will continue to learn pronunciation, vocabulary, and the structure of the language at a more advanced level and faster pace than Spanish I. A variety of activities and projects will be assigned throughout the year. Students will practice their presentational speaking skills often as well as reading and writing in the Target Language. Learning Hispanic culture will be continued in Spanish II. Spanish III Prerequisite: Spanish I & II Grade: Description: Spanish III is a continuation of Spanish II. There is more emphasis on tenses and grammar of the Spanish language. More advanced vocabulary and grammar will be discussed. Students will continue to learn pronunciation, vocabulary, and the structure of the language at a more advanced and faster pace than Spanish II. A variety of activities and projects will be assigned throughout the year. Students will begin reading stories and novels in the Target Language. Hispanic culture will continue to be discussed as well in this course. Spanish IV Prerequisite: Spanish III Grade: 12 Description: Spanish IV is a continuation of Spanish III. All verb tenses and grammar rules will be completed. A variety of activities and projects will be assigned throughout the year. Students will begin reading stories and novels in the Target Language. Hispanic culture will continue to be discussed as well in this course. 11

12 Course Course Title Grade Length Credit Prerequisite # 0541 Language Arts 9- A 9 Sem Language Arts 9- B 9 Sem CP Lang. Arts 9- A* 9 Sem CP Lang. Arts 9- B* 9 Sem Language Arts 10- A 10 Sem.5 LA Language Arts 10- B 10 Sem.5 LA CP Lang. Arts 10- A* 10 Sem.5 LA CP Lang. Arts 10- B* 10 Sem.5 LA Language Arts 11- A 11 Sem.5 LA Language Arts 11- B 11 Sem.5 LA Hon Lang. Arts Sem.5 LA10 A* 0584 Hon Lang. Arts Sem.5 LA10 B* 0548 Language Arts 12- A 12 Sem.5 LA Language Arts 12- B 12 Sem.5 LA AP Lang. Arts 12- A* 12 Sem.5 LA AP Lang. Arts 12- B* 12 Sem.5 LA Creative Writing 9,10,11,12 Sem Public Speaking 10,11,12 Sem Student Publications- A 0573 Student Publications- B 10,11,12 Sem.5 10,11,12 Sem.5 12

13 9th Grade Language Arts Prerequisite: Completion of 8th Grade Language Arts Grade: 9 Description: This course is designed to reinforce and develop further skills in grammar, composition, reading, speech, vocabulary development, and logic. Students will be introduced to a variety of literature including poems, plays, essays, articles, short stories, and novels. They will write about these pieces of work using descriptive, expository, narrative, and creative writing techniques. There will also be an added emphasis on public speaking and job interviews, along with the continued emphasis on reading, writing, and listening skills. Units covered during the year include: short stories, mythology, Shakespeare (Romeo & Juliet), selected novels, and an introduction to MLA format. *No summer assignments 9th Grade College Prep Language Arts Prerequisite: Completion of 8th Grade Language Arts and recommendation of 8th Grade Language Arts instructor. Grade: 9 Description: This Language Arts course is designed for those high school students who have a higher understanding and knowledge of Language Arts concepts. There will be a brief review of the 8th grade competency levels in grammar and punctuation. Students will be introduced to a comprehensive study of literature produced by a variety of authors. They will learn how to critically write about these pieces of literature using correct grammatical and mechanical skills needed for effective writing. Accelerated reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills will be stressed throughout the program. Units covered during the year include: short stories, mythology, Shakespeare (Romeo & Juliet), selected novels, and an introduction to MLA format. LANGUAGE ARTS 10th Grade Language Arts Prerequisite: English 9 Grade: 10 Description: This course is designed to reinforce skills in grammar, composition, vocabulary, reading, and critical thinking. Students will read and analyze a variety of literature including plays, poems, short stories, and novels. Students will use a variety of writing techniques incorporated with the literature. Listening and speaking skills are also emphasized. Reading is taught as a process with a focus on comprehension skills associated with reading informational text, including inference, summary, context clues, recalling details, and making predictions. 11th Grade Language Arts Perquisite: Lang. Arts 10 Grade: 11 Length: year Credit: 1 Description: This course centers around various themes and works in American Literature. Students will focus on close, critical reading, analysis, vocabulary, and composition. Poetry, fiction, non-fiction, novels, plays, and short stories will all be part of the curriculum. Students will also be taught literary research and writing. 10th Grade College Prep Language Arts Prerequisite: English 9, Teacher Recommendation Suggested Grade: 10 Description: The course will include an in-depth study of literature, grammar, vocabulary and writing as detailed in the Ohio Academic Content Standards. It is designed for a college-bound student who wishes to accept an extra responsibility to study an advanced curriculum. Summer reading is a course requirement. Numerous novels will supplement the main text, along with independent reading assignments. Writing assignments will require skill and analysis. MLA (Modern Language Assoc.) style will be taught, and all work must follow MLA documentary standards. Summer Reading Required Honors Language Arts 11 Prerequisite: Completion of C.P. Language Arts 10 with at least a B average or Language Arts 10 with an A average Grade: 11 Description: This course is an advanced level language arts program for students planning on taking Advanced Placement Language Arts 12 in their senior year. Students apply and are selected by predetermined criteria, including established patterns of strong writing and literary skills; high attendance; desire and consistency in maintaining high grades. Required summer reading of 2-3 novels during both prejunior and pre-senior years. 13

14 12 th Grade Language Arts Prerequisite: Lang. Arts 11 Grade: 12 Description: The crux of this course is British Literature. High attendance and ambition continue to be important for success at this level of high school. Central skills taught in the course include close reading, independent reading, essay construction, analysis writing, poetry analysis, self-editing of writing, and public speaking. Students will read class novels and teacherapproved/student-selected novels. Non-fiction, fiction, and poetry will be studied and utilized. Students will also engage in literary research and writing. Advanced Placement Language Arts 12 Prerequisite: Completion of Honors Lang. Arts 10 with at least a B average or Language Arts 11 with an A average Grade: 12 Description: Students planning to take Advanced Placement Language Arts 12 will be required to read two novels and write a paper on each novel. This assignment will be due the first day of class. There will also be an extended vocabulary assignment, which will be due the third day of class. Failure to complete these summer assignments will result in the student begin rescheduled into 12 th Grade Language Arts to fulfill the required Language Arts credit. LANGUAGE ARTS Creative Writing Prerequisite: Freshmen must have recommendation of 8th grade language arts instructor Grades: 9-12 Length: Semester Credit:.5 Description: The course is designed to help students improve their skills and be more comfortable with different forms of writing. Students will experiment with various types of writing, including the writing of fiction, poetry, & drama. The class is comprised of technique and style discussions, reading assignments, & writing exercises. Students are introduced to the concept of a writing workshop, where they share writing pieces with peers in order to give and receive feedback. The course is open to students of varying writing abilities, however it must be understood that students must be willing to share and contribute to class discussions of their own and classmates' writing. A willingness to write on a daily basis, both in and outside of class, is also required. Public Speaking Prerequisite: English 9 Grade: Length: semester Credit: 1/2 Description: Public speaking is a course geared toward students who wish to learn ways to speak verbally and non verbally. Gathering and analyzing information and clearly expressing ideas in a speech format are the main objectives. Students will cover the communication process, researching and organizing speech content, using effective language, honing delivery skills, utilizing discussion and listening skills, and writing an engaging speech outline. Student Publications (Yearbook) Prerequisite: Completion of Language Arts 9, 10 or 11. Recommendation by previous Language Arts instructor or Art Grades: Length: Semester Credit: 1 Description: This is an elective course, open to students in grades who have a serious interest in working on the school yearbook. Students are trained in using their writing skills when they write body, copy and picture captions. Photo-journalism techniques will be used when students take pictures of events during the school year. Students will also learn marketing skills by selling advertising to finance the yearbook. This class requires an ability to work as a team member of the yearbook staff, while also balancing a large amount of independent work when creating and designing the yearbook. Additionally, students must be able to handle project deadlines, effective communication with fellow students, instructor, faculty, staff and community members. It is important that students understand that there is a significant time requirement outside of the school day in covering school and community events associated with the class. All students are required to contribute to the coverage of events, as well as marketing and sales of the yearbook. 14

15 Course # Course Title Grade Length Credit Prerequisite 1150 Algebra I- A 9 Sem Algebra I- B 9 Sem CP Algebra I- A 9 Sem CP Algebra I- B 9 Sem Geometry I- A 10 Sem.5 Algebra I MATHEMATICS 1155 Geometry I- B 10 Sem.5 Algebra I 1176 CP Geometry I- A 10 Sem.5 Algebra I 1177 CP Geometry I- B 10 Sem.5 Algebra I 1156 Algebra II- A 11,12 Sem.5 Algebra I & Geometry 1157 Algebra II- B 11, 12 Sem.5 Algebra I & Geometry 1159 CP Algebra II- A 11,12 Sem.5 Algebra I & Geometry 1160 CP Algebra II- B 11,12 Sem.5 Algebra I & Geometry 1182 Algebra III- A 11,12 Sem.5 Algebra II 1183 Algebra III - B 11,12 Sem.5 Algebra II 1170 Hon. Adv. Math- A 11, 12 Sem.5 Algebra II 1171 Hon. Adv. Math- B 11, 12 Sem.5 Algebra II 1184 Hon. Calculus - A 11,12 Sem.5 Hon. Adv. Math 1185 Hon. Calculus - B 11,12 Sem.5 Hon. Adv. Math 1561 Consumer Math & Finance 9,10,11,12 Sem.5 Students can receive high school credit only once for each course. Mathematics units must include 1 unit of algebra II or the equivalent of algebra II. 15

16 Algebra I Prerequisite: 8 th grade Math Grade: 9 Description: Topics covered include calculating with integers and rational and irrational numbers, solving equations and word problems, simplifying and factoring polynomials, working with rational expressions, functions, graphing linear equations and solving inequalities. This course is designed for students who are planning on attending Vocational School. Students will need to do regular homework assignments to prepare for Chapter assessments. CP Algebra I Prerequisite: Grade: 9-11 Description: The college prep course is a more rigorous study of the topics covered in Algebra II. Course topics include simplifying algebraic expressions, working with polynomials, solving compound and complex equations and inequalities, graphing linear equations, solving quadratic equations, irrational and complex numbers, and analytic geometry. The college prep course moves at a faster pace than the regular Algebra II course. Additionally, students will delve into concepts more deeply to gain a better understanding of the topics they are learning. Students can gain a greater appreciation for mathematics in the college prep course. Geometry Prerequisite: Algebra I Grade: 10 Description: Topics covered include basic geometry terms; study of angles, perpendicular lines, parallel lines, and planes; axioms, theorems, and proofs pertaining to congruent triangles, quadrilaterals, similar polygons, and right triangles; circles; constructions, area and volume; and coordinate Geometry. This course is designed for students who are planning on attending Vocational School. Students will need to do regular homework assignments to prepare for Chapter assessments. CP Geometry Prerequisite: Honors Algebra I, Teacher Recommendation Suggested Grade: 9 or 10 Description: Topics covered include basic geometry terms; study of angles, perpendicular lines, parallel lines, and planes; axioms, theorems, and proofs pertaining to congruent triangles, quadrilaterals, similar polygons, and right triangles; circles; constructions, area and volume; and coordinate Geometry. This course is designed for students who are planning on attending College. Therefore, this course is a face-paced course. Students will be expected to stay on task, do regular homework assignments, and prepare for tests/quizzes. Outside of the classroom, students are expected to study for tests/quizzes. Algebra II Prerequisite: Algebra 1 Grade: 11 Description: The course is a review of and more in-depth study of the topics covered in Algebra I. Course topics include simplifying algebraic expressions, working with polynomials, solving compound and complex equations and inequalities, graphing linear equations and solving quadratic equations. Other areas studied are irrational and complex numbers and analytic geometry. CP Algebra II Prerequisite: A or B from Algebra 1 or successful completion of CP Algebra I Grade: 9-11 Description: Algebra I is the foundation for Geometry, Algebra II, Algebra III, Advanced Math and Calculus. Students should be in grade 9. Topics covered include calculating with integers and rational numbers, solving equations and word problems, simplifying and factoring polynomials, working with rational expressions, understanding functions, graphing linear equations, and solving inequalities. This course moves at a faster pace than the regular Algebra I course. Also, students will delve into concepts (e.g., number theory) more deeply to develop a better overall understanding of mathematics. 16

17 Algebra 3 Prerequisite: Algebra II Grade: Description: This course covers quadratics, conics, polynomials, functions, logarithms, clever factorizations and substitutions, systems of equations, sequences and series, symmetric sums, advanced factoring methods, classical inequalities, and functional equations. This class covers much of the curriculum of a standard Algebra 2 class and most of the non-trigonometric topics of a typical precalculus course. It also includes many challenging aspects of algebraic problem solving that are beyond that presented in a typical Algebra 2 or precalculus course. Honors Advanced Math Prerequisite: B or better in Algebra II Grade: Description: Advanced Math is a course designed for the most dedicated math students and encompasses a variety of topics. A major emphasis of the course is to integrate material learned in Geometry and Algebra II. Areas studied include analytic geometry, polynomials, inequalities, functions, vectors, logarithms, trigonometry, advanced graphing, and sequences and series. Honors Calculus Prerequisite: Completion of Honors Adv. Math Grade: Description: Calculus is the mathematics of motion and change. It was created to enhance the study of physics. Topics of this course include: functions, applications of derivatives and integrals. ACT Prep Prerequisite: Completed Algebra I & Geometry AND completed or currently taking Algebra II. Grade: Length: Semester Credit:.5 Description: Preparatory course for high school juniors and seniors is designed to develop the skills necessary to improve ACT scores. This course emphasizes test-taking techniques in addition to providing the preparation in each portion of the test in English, mathematics, reading, and science. Consumer Math & Finance Prerequisite: none Length: Semester Credit:.5 Description: This course will inform students how individual choices directly influence occupational goals and future earnings potential. Real world topics covered will include income, money management, spending and credit, as well as saving and investing. Students will design personal and household budgets utilizing checking and saving accounts, gain knowledge in finance, debt and credit management, and evaluate and understand insurance and taxes. This course will provide a foundational understanding for making informed personal financial decisions leading to financial independence. 17

18 Course # Course Title Grade Length Credit Prerequisite MUSIC 1230 Concert Band- A* 9,10,11,12 Sem.5 Teacher Permission 1231 Concert Band- B* 9,10,11,12 Sem.5 Teacher Permission 1270 Steel Drum Band- A* 9,10,11,12 Sem.5 Teacher Permission 1271 Steel Drum Band- B* 9,10,11,12 Sem.5 Teacher Permission 1290 Titan Choir- A 9,10,11,12 Sem Titan Choir- B 9,10,11,12 Sem Premiere Choir - A 9,10,11,12 Sem.5 Teacher Permission 1295 Premiere Choir B 9,10,11,12 Sem.5 Teacher Permission 1293 Music Theater 9,10,11,12 Sem Study of Rock & Hip Hop Music 9,10,11,12 Sem.5 *Needs teacher approval Concert Band Prerequisite: Approval of the band director Length: semester (full year strongly encouraged) Credit:.5 Description: Open to students who are interested in playing woodwind, brass and percussion instruments in a concert band setting. Various types of music will be performed in accordance with the seasons of the year. Attendance at performances is mandatory. Steel Drum Band Prerequisite: Approval of the band director Length: semester (full year strongly encouraged) Credit:.5 Description: Open to all students who wish to participate in a unique type of performing ensemble. Music reading is not required, but very beneficial. This group performs several times through the year. Attendance at performances is mandatory. Membership will be at the discretion of the music director. 18

19 Titan Choir Prerequisite: none Length: Semester (full year strongly encouraged) Credit:.5 Description: The Titan Choir is for anyone in grades 9-12 who love to sing and perform. This group is open to anyone who is interested in singing and previous choral experience is not required. The objective of this course is for students to learn how to read music and improve their singing skills. Students in this group should have good attendance and be willing to perform in 3-4 concerts per year. Premiere Choir: Prerequisite: none Length: Semester (full year strongly encouraged) Credit:.5 Description: The Premiere Choir will require very good attendance. Poor attendance will result in students being pulled from the group. Students must audition first and should have prior singing and/or performing experience. The objective of this course is to improve music reading skills and gain exposure to a variety of musical styles and singing in languages other than English. This ensemble performs advanced pieces in the choral repertoire and performs in 3-4 concerts per year. MUSIC Study of Rock & Hip Hop Music Prerequisite: None Length: Semester Credit:.5 Description: What is Rock & Hip-Hop? How did they develop? This course will examine the Rock & Hip-Hop phenomenon from the beginning of Rock Music through its development of today's Hip-Hop Music. Come prepared to each class to investigate and examine Rock & Hip-Hop music and its creators. Music Theater Prerequisite: None Length: Semester Credit:.5 Description: This class is an introduction to the basics of acting for a musical stage. It is a studio course and covers the history of theater, while performing, singing, and acting. It is not required that students have a musical background, however students should be prepared to sing, dance and act in front of an audience. 19

20 Course # Course Title Grade Length Credit Prerequisite 0819 Phys Ed 9- A 9,10,11,12 Sem Team Phys Ed- A 9,10,11,12 Sem Team Sports 10,11,12 Sem Weight Lifting 10,11,12 Sem Coaching & 10,11,12 Sem.25 Officiating 0859 Health 9,10,11,12 Sem.5 PHYSICAL EDUCATION/HEALTH Students can receive high school credit only once for each course. Phys Ed 9-A Prerequisite: none Length: Semester Credit:.25 Description: This required course is one semester and emphasizes on active lifestyles. Students will participate in a variety of traditional and nontraditional games. Students will apply learned skills and modified game situations. They will demonstrate basic knowledge of fitness components. Students will be evaluated on progress and improvement as well as participation in fitness testing and a variety of basic individual skills. Team Phys-Ed Prerequisite: Phys Ed 9 Length: Semester Credit:.25 Description: This course is designed for more competitive and active students. Students will apply skills in game situations. Students are also required to demonstrate knowledge of the rules, strategies and basic components of fitness. Students will be required to take written tests as well as complete an Internet research project. Students will be evaluated on fitness test scores as well as participation and knowledge of team oriented skills and terms. Team Sports Prerequisite: Phys Ed 9 and Team Phys Ed Grade: Length: Semester Credit:.25 Description: This Physical Education course is directed for co-educational, individual, and team sports. Students will demonstrate basic knowledge of rules and strategies for different team sports. Students will demonstrate knowledge of fitness components relating to individual health. Internet based research is required. Weight Lifting Prerequisite: none Grade: Length: Semester Credit:.25 Description: This Physical Education course is directed for individuals wishing to learn more about muscles and weightlifting. During the course the students will work out in the weight room on various muscle groups and learn how to use the equipment. They will learn how to develop a program that is right for them and be able to use these skills in their life after high school to stay healthy and fit. 20

21 Coaching & Officiating Prerequisite: none Grade: Length: Semester Credit:.25 Description: This one-semester course is designed to develop an appreciation of coaching and officiating careers. Students will become aware of interscholastic athletics and the skills that it takes to coach and officiate. Strategy, rules, conditioning techniques, and scheduling are some of the topics covered. This will be a hands on class training students for coaching or officiating careers. Health Prerequisite: none Length: Semester Credit:.5 Description: This required course is one semester and actively engages students in the following topics: alcohol and drug abuse, tobacco, growth & development, and nutrition. Students will also utilize critical thinking skills to discuss the impact of current health issues. 21

22 Course # Course Title Grade Length Credit Prerequisite 1311 Physical Science I 9 Sem Physical Science II 9 Sem CP Physical Science 9 Sem.5 B or better in 8 th grade Science 1314 CP Physical Science 9 Sem.5 B or better in 8 th grade Science 1321 Biological Science I 10 Sem.5 Physical Science 1322 Biological Science II 10 Sem.5 Physical Science 1323 CP Biological Science I 10 Sem.5 Physical Science SCIENCE 1324 CP Biological Science II 10 Sem.5 Physical Science 1331 Chemistry I - A 11,12 Sem.5 Physical & Biological Science 1332 Chemistry I- B 11,12 Sem.5 Physical & Biological Science 1333 Hon. Chemistry I* 11,12 Sem.5 B or better in Physical & Biological Science 1334 Hon. Chemistry II* 11,12 Sem.5 B or better in Physical & Biological Science 1373 Senior Science A 11,12 Sem.5 Physical Science, Biology 1374 Senior Science B 11,12 Sem.5 Physical Science, Biology 1371 Astronomy/Meteorology 11,12 Sem.5 Physical & Biological Science 1372 Geology 11,12 Sem.5 Physical & Biological Science 1351 Anatomy /Physiology 11,12 Sem Practical Horticulture 11,12 Sem.5 Biological Science 1341 Honors Physics I* 11,12 Sem.5 Honors Chemistry 1342 Honors Physics II* 11,12 Sem.5 Honors Chemistry Students can only receive high school credit once for each course. * Teacher recommendation required Three science credits are required for graduation. Of these three credits, one unit must be in physical science, one unit of Biological Science and 1 unit of advanced study in one or more of the following sciences: chemistry, physics, senior science, or other physical science; advanced biology or other life science; astronomy, physical geology or other earth or space science. 22

23 Physical Science 1 and 2 Prerequisite: none Grade: 9 Length: year Credit: 1 Description: This course will cover all 9th grade State of Ohio Revised Academic Content Standards in science. To meet these standards the content of physical science 1 and 2 will be divided between space and physical science. Space science will include astronomy and physical science will include basic chemistry and physics. College Prep Physical Science 1 and 2 Prerequisite: Successful completion of 8th grade with a B or better and recommendation from 8th grade Science instructor. Grade: 9 Length: year Credit: 1 Description: This course will cover all 9th grade State of Ohio Revised Academic Content Standards in science. To meet these standards the content of physical science 1 and 2 will be divided between space and physical science. Space science will include astronomy and physical science will include basic chemistry and physics. The college prep version of this course focuses more on an inquiry-based learning approach with emphasis on self-regulated and Peer learning. Students need to posses strong internal motivation and team working skills. SCIENCE Biological Science Prerequisite: Physical Science Grade: 10 Length: year Credit: 1 Description: Biology is a core course, which will provide an in-depth study of cells, genetics, classification, evolution, and the interaction of living organisms with the environment. An emphasis will be placed on how these topics are related to current issues and problems facing modern society. These topics will cover all grade 10 State of Ohio content standards in science in preparation for the state standardized tests. College Prep Biology Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation Grade: 10 Length: year Credit: 1 Description: This course is designed for college-bound students. Emphasis will be placed on the development of critical thinking skills, reading and writing skills, technology usage, research, time management, cooperation, and presentation skills. Through experimentation and hands-on inquiry projects, students will gain an understanding and appreciation of the key biological concepts as outlined in the ODE State Science Standards. CP Biology will provide an indepth study of cells, genetics, classification, evolution and the interaction of living organisms with the environment. Summer Project Required: Additional Readings Required Chemistry I Prerequisites: Successful completion of both Physical Science and Biology Grade: 11 & 12 Length: 1 st Semester only Credit:.5 Description: During the first part of the chemistry curriculum, students cover material as dictated by the Ohio Revised Science Standards and tested by Pro-Core. The curriculum includes the history of the atomic model, structure of an atom, sections of the periodic table, chemical bonding, nomenclature rules, quantifying chemicals, and finally chemical reactions. It is recommended that students possess a strong understanding of basic algebra. Chemistry II Prerequisites: Successful completion of Chemistry I Grade: 11 & 12 Length: 2 nd Semester only Credit:.5 Description: During the second part of the chemistry curriculum students cover material as dictated by the Ohio Revised Science Standards and tested by Pro-Core. The curriculum includes stoichiometry, gas laws, nuclear reactions, acids and bases, thermodynamics, and oxidation-reduction reactions. It is recommended that students possess a strong understanding of basic algebra. 23

24 Honors Chemistry I Prerequisites: Completion of both CP Physical Science and CP Biology with C average or better. Grade: 11 & 12 Length: 1 st Semester only Credit:.5 Description: This advanced course is aimed for students planning to major in the science field in college. The class is self-directed, where students learn all material on their own through the use of Moodle (on-line component) and textbook material. During the first part of the honors chemistry curriculum, students cover material as dictated by the Ohio Revised Science Standards and further enhanced concepts. Students will be tested by Pro-Core at the completion of the course. The curriculum includes significant figures, metric conversions, history of the atomic model, structure of an atom, sections of the periodic table, chemical bonding, nomenclature rules, quantifying chemicals, and finally chemical reactions. Students must possess a strong mathematical understanding of algebra. Summer Assignment Required Honors Chemistry II Prerequisites: Successful completion of Honors Chemistry I Grade: 11 & 12 Length: 2 nd Semester only Credit:.5 Description: This advanced course is aimed for students planning to major in the science field in college. The class is self-directed, where students learn all material on their own through the use of Moodle (on-line component) and textbook material. During the first part of the honors chemistry curriculum, students cover material as dictated by the Ohio Revised Science Standards and further enhanced concepts. Students will be tested by Pro-Core at the completion of the course. The curriculum includes stoichiometry, gas laws, nuclear reactions, acids and bases, thermodynamics, oxidation-reduction reactions, and organic chemistry. Students must possess a strong mathematical understanding of algebra. SCIENCE Senior Science Prerequisites: Physical Science and Biology Grade: 11 & 12 Length: year Credit: 1 Description: Senior Science is an overview of several types of sciences and their practical use. This course will include content, concepts and principles of a variety of topics in anatomy, astronomy, botany, chemistry, classification, environmental science, evolution, geology, meteorology, microbiology, and a few physical science topics: matter, energy and waves. These topics will be presented from a practical, real-world perspective focusing on how these topics (for the most part) pertain to the state of Ohio. Senior Science will challenge students through hands-on inquiry activities; research, designing and building projects; team cooperation, collaboration, and presentation; current issues reading and journal writing, as well as discussions of problems facing today s society. A final individual project and a log of community service hours will be required for this class. Practical Horticulture Prerequisite: Passing grade in Biology Grade: 11 & 12 Length: semester Credit:.5 Description: Practical Horticulture is an upper level botany elective course presented from a practical/real-life perspective. Classification, plant morphology, and basic plant processes will be discussed along with hands-on plant propagation techniques utilizing the science greenhouse. Horticultural topics include: nursery stock, lawns, greenhouse operations, floriculture, soils, fertilizers, pesticides, and landscape design. The fourth quarter project includes an architectural landscape design and an application-based outdoor landscaping project to improve our school campus environment. A Mother s Day floral bouquet fundraiser will fund the plant stock necessary for the outdoor landscaping project. Fund Raiser Required Community Service Required Landscape Architectural Design Project Required 24