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1 Nash-Rocky Mount Public Schools Secondary Course Selection Guide The Nash-Rocky Mount Public School system does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, age, or handicap in any of its educational or employment programs or activities.

2 NASH-ROCKY MOUNT PUBLIC SCHOOLS VISION Preparing all students for bright and prosperous futures by deliberately and intentionally providing rigorous and relevant instruction in every classroom, everyday MISSION The Nash-Rocky Mount Public School System, working in partnership with our families and our communities, will: Nurture and educate every child, Respect and value diversity, Maximize learning potential, Produce globally competitive students in a Safe and orderly environment CORE BELIEFS Students come first. Education is hope, providing choices and expanding horizons. Education is a shared responsibility among schools, families, and communities. Students need high expectations for success. Students learn best in a safe, nurturing environment. Diversity is valued when all people are treated with dignity. Learning is a life-long journey for all.

3 TABLE OF CONTENTS Board of Education... 3 Directory of Schools... 4 Welcome... 5 High School Expectations... 5 Graduation Requirements... 8 NCAA Eligibility Requirements High School Opportunities for Accelerated Learning NC Virtual Public School N.C. School of Science and Math CTE Programs, Academies and Credentialing Career and College Promise College Options Courses for Credit by Subject Area English Mathematics Science Social Studies Healthful Living Fine Arts Education Academic Support and Community Service Electives Career and Technical Education JROTC World Languages Occupational Course of Study Extended Curriculum Glossary

4 Nash-Rocky Mount Public Schools Board of Education Reginald Silver William Sharpe Chairperson Vice Chair (DISTRICT 8) (DISTRICT 5) Doneva Chavis-Battle Wayne Doll (DISTRICT 1) (DISTRICT 6) Wendy Wilson Richard Jenkins, Jr. (DISTRICT 2) (DISTRICT 7) Franklin Lamm LaShawnda Washington (DISTRICT 3) (DISTRICT 9) Brenda Brown Evelyn Bulluck (DISTRICT 4) (DISTRICT 10) Ann Edge (DISTRICT 11) 3

5 Directory of Secondary Schools Early College High School (ECHS) Principal Christine Catalano Address: 530 North Old Carriage Road, Rocky Mount, NC Phone: Website: School website Fax: Grade(s): 9-13 Enrollment based on application and lottery process. Nash Central High School (NCHS) Principal: Victor Ward Address: 4279 Nash Central High Road, Rocky Mount, NC Phone: Website: School website Fax: Grade(s): 9-12 Northern Nash High School (NNHS) Principal: Brian Hopkins Address: 4230 Green Hills Rd., Rocky Mount, NC Phone: Website: School website Fax: Grade(s): 9-12 Rocky Mount High School (RMHS) Principal: Leondus Farrow Jr. Address: 1400 Bethlehem Road, Rocky Mount, NC Phone: Website: School website Fax: Grade(s): 9-12 Southern Nash High School (SNHS) Principal: Dr. Mark Cockrell Address: 6446 Southern Nash High Road, Bailey, NC Phone: Website: School website Fax: Grade(s): 9-12 Tar River Academy Principal: John Milliner-Williams Address: 224 S Pearl St., Rocky Mount, NC Phone: Grade(s): 6-12 Fax: Website: School website Enrollment is based on referral/application. 4

6 Welcome! The NRMPS Secondary Course Selection Guide is provided to assist students and parents in planning for high school courses. Students and parents should read through this guide completely. Students: Do you remember entering kindergarten? That was your first step toward your high school graduation. In high school you will take some of your first steps toward your career, entrance to one of the branches of the military, or entrance to a college/university. With the Future Ready Core Graduation Requirements, you will complete a rigorous course of study in the core subjects of Mathematics, English Language Arts, Social Studies, and Science. You are encouraged to complete a concentration in one of the elective areas of Career- Technical Education, Arts Education, JROTC, or one of the core subject areas (Math, English, Social Studies, or Science). Although not required for graduation, you are also encouraged to complete a least a two-course sequence in the area of World Languages. Use this Guide to select appropriate courses for the school year when completing the Course Registration Form. Pay special attention to any pre-requisites that may be required before a student can enroll in a particular course. Before a final decision is made on courses and career choices, please discuss plans for a course of study and career cluster with parents, teachers, and a counselor The Registration Process Each year students meet with their counselors to review high school transcripts and to register for classes for the next school year. Also, each year students will receive a NRMPS Registration Form to complete for enrolling in classes for the next school year. Students will be asked to prioritize their list of electives because they may not always get their first choices. It is very important that parents review their student s course selections prior to the registration form being finalized. If parents have questions about courses listed in the course selection they should contact their student s counselor. The registration process is complex; therefore, schedule changes will only be made in extreme circumstances. A short Drop/Add period occurs at the beginning of each semester; this time is to clear up legitimate schedule conflicts, not a time for students to try to get schedules to match a friend's schedule. Schedules will be available for pick up in the week prior to the first day of school. Your school will contact you through mail or by phone to let you know specific dates and times. High School Expectations Attendance High school courses are on a semester block system. Students take four courses in the fall semester and four more courses in the spring semester. Good attendance is essential to academic success. Students who miss more than 10 days in any class in a semester might not receive credit for the course. In other words, attendance is taken daily, and also by class period. A student who checks-in late and misses 12 days of the 1st block class may have only missed three days in the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th block classes. Because of missing over 10 days in the 1st block class, the student is in danger of not receiving credit for the course, regardless of the student's grade in the course. 5

7 Exams, Final Grades, and State Assessments Attendance is also extremely important on exam days. Exams are typically administered during the last week of the semester. Every class has an exam; some exams are teacher-created, some are state exams called End of Course tests (E), other state exams are called NC Final Exams (NCFE), and some are state exams called CTE Post Assessments (for Career-Technical Education classes). Students must be present on exam days. In the event the student is sick on an exam day, the student will still be expected to take the exam upon returning to school, and may have to attend school on a teacher workday in order to make-up the exam. Exams count 20% of a student's final average. Final grades are calculated as such: 1 st 9 weeks 2 nd 9 weeks Final Exam 40% 40% 20% The two nine weeks averages and the final exam grade will be averaged together to calculate the student's final grade. Other assessments are also given throughout the school year. Effective in , all students in 10th grade take the PLAN and all students in 11th grade take the ACT. The PLAN provides benchmark results that help students know what areas they may need to focus on college readiness. The ACT provides similar results and is acceptable for applying to many colleges and universities. Seniors enrolled in Career-Technical Education "concentrator" courses also take the WorkKeys assessment. Please refer to the Career-Technical Education section of the guide for more information on career clusters. These assessments are intended to provide a clear picture of a student's career and college readiness. Exams are administered in all high school courses. All exams count 20% of the student s final grade. End of Course Tests are administered in the following courses: English Language Arts Math Science English II End of Course Math I End of Course Biology End of Course NC Final Exams developed by the Department of Public Instruction will be administered in the following courses. Science Science English Language Arts Math Social Studies Occupational Course of Study Earth/Environmental Science English I Pre-calculus World History English I, III, and IV Physics English III Advanced American Functions and History: The Modeling Founding Principles, Civics, and Economics Chemistry English IV Math II US History (If applicable) Financial Management Earth/Environmenta l Science Physics Chemistry Physical Science Math III American History I: The Founding Principles Discrete Math American History II All other courses will have teacher made exams. Introductory Math Physical Science Applied Science Promotion Requirements High school promotion is based on the number of credits earned. Each course is worth one credit. Each school year, students must earn enough credits to be promoted to the next grade level: 6

8 To be a Sophomore (Grade 10) 5 credits To be a Junior (Grade 11) 12 credits To be a Senior (Grade 12) 20 credits To Graduate 28 credits Students who do not pass the required number of credits for promotion will be retained in their current grade. Also, the credits that students earn must be in an appropriate sequence for them to meet the requirements for graduation. Many courses have pre-requisite classes that a student must earn credit for prior to enrolling in a subsequent course. Students should plan their four years of high school carefully, and strive to master each course so they will be on track for graduation with their cohort. A graduation cohort consists of the group of students entering high school in a particular year and intended to graduate high school in four years. For example, students who enter high school in the school year are part of the graduation cohort. The following chart outlines graduation requirements for students in the Occupational Course of Study, and for students in the Future Ready Core Course of Study. Grading and Quality Points In high school a student's grade in a course converts to a Grade Point Average (GPA) number. The GPA is what colleges, universities, branches of the military, and potential employers see when they request a student's high school transcript. NRMPS uses a 10-point grading scale and the standardized method for converting numerical grades to the GPA. Standard Method for Calculating GPA A B C D F 59 and Below 0 The State of North Carolina requires all public high schools to use standardized transcripts and to calculate the grade point average and class rank by a standard method. All courses are assigned the same quality point value except those designated as Honors, Advanced Placement, and International Baccalaureate courses. Quality Point Values for Sophomores, Juniors, Seniors Regular Courses Honors AP/IB A=4 A=5 A=6 B=3 B=4 B=5 C=2 C=3 C=4 D=1 D=2 D=3 F=0 F=0 F=0 Quality Point Values Beginning with Freshmen of Regular Courses Honors AP/IB A=4 A=4.5 A=5 B=3 B=3.5 B=4 C=2 C=2.5 C=3 D=1 D=1.5 D=2 F=0 F=0 F=0 *The principal has final authority in grading and classifying students. 7

9 Content Area English For some ninth graders with Cognitive Disabilities Occupational Course of Study 4 Credits Occupational English I,II,III, IV 3 Credits Occupational Mathematics I, II, III Graduation Requirements For ninth graders entering in /12 Future Ready Core For ninth graders entering in 2012/13 and beyond Future Ready Core 4 Credits I,II, III,IV 4 Credits I,II, III,IV 4 Credits Math I, II, III, and a 4 th Math Course to be aligned with the student's post high school plans 4 Credits Math I, II, III, and a 4 th Math Course to be aligned with the student's post high school plans Mathematics Science 2 Credits Life Skills Science I, II *A student, in rare instances, may be able to take an alternative math course sequence as outlined under State Board of Education policy. Please see your school counselor for more details. 3 Credits Environmental Science, Biology, physical science course *A student, in rare instances, may be able to take an alternative math course sequence as outlined under State Board of Education policy. Please see your school counselor for more details. 3 Credits Environmental Science, Biology, physical science course Social Studies World Languages Health and Physical Education Electives or other requirements 2 Credits Social Studies I (Government/ Us History) Social Studies II (Self- Advocacy/ Problem Solving) Not required 1 Credit Health/Physical Ed. Occupational Prep: 6 Credits: Occupational Preparation I, II, III, IV. Elective credits/ completion of IEP Objs/Career Portfolio req. Career/Technical: 4 Credits CTE electives Arts Education: Recommended at least one credit in an arts discipline -Students entering 9 th grade prior to school year 300 school based hours; 240 community hours; 360 paid/unpaid hours 3 Credits World History, US History, American History: The Founding Principles, Civics, and Economics Not required for high school graduation. A two credit minimum is required for admission to a university in the UNC system. 1 Credit Health/Physical Ed. 6 Credits required 2 elective credits of any combination from either: -Career and Technical Ed. (CTE) -Arts Education -World Languages 4 elective credits strongly recommended (four course concentration) from one of the following: -Career and Technical Ed. (CTE)* -JROTC -Arts Education (e.g. dance, music, theater arts, visual arts) -Any other subject area (e.g. social studies, science, mathematics, English) 4 Credits World History, American History Part I and II, Civics and Economics (AP US History must be paired with another History Course to meet the two course requirement.) Not required for high school graduation. A two credit minimum is required for admission to a university in the UNC system. 1 Credit Health/Physical Ed. 6 Credits required 2 elective credits of any combination from either: -Career and Technical Ed. (CTE) -Arts Education -World Languages 4 elective credits strongly recommended (four course concentration) from one of the following: -Career and Technical Ed. (CTE)* -JROTC -Arts Education (e.g. dance, music, theater arts, visual arts) -Any other subject area (e.g. social studies, science, mathematics, English -Students entering 9 th grade in school year and after 150 school based hours; 225 community hours; 225 paid/unpaid hours Total 22 credits 28 credits ( electives) 28 credits ( electives) 8

10 Mathematical Graduation Requirements for Students Mathematics Graduation Requirements for Students Effective for Freshmen Entering High School in and BEYOND (Policy GCS-N-004 from Math I (2103) + Math II (2201) + Math III ( a 4th mathematics course taken from one of the three columns below = All Four Mathematics Credits for Graduation * Four math credits do not have to include a fourth level math, but it is highly recommended that all students be given access * Four math credits do not have to include a fourth level math, but it is highly recommended that all students be given access to the highest levels of math. Courses accepted as the 4th Level mathematics credit for admission into UNC System institution NC Standard Course of Study Courses 2400 Adv Functions and Modeling 2401 Discrete Mathematics 2402 Integrated Math IV 2403 Pre-Calculus 2408 Essentials for College Math (SREB READY) Community College Courses 2722 CCP-MAT172 Precalculus Trigonometry 2723 CCP-MAT271 Calculus I 2724 CCP-MAT171 Precalculus Algebra 2C015 MAT 143 Quantitative Literacy 2C025 MAT 152 Statistical Methods I 2C055 MAT 263 Brief Calculus 2C075 MAT 272 Calculus II 2C115 MAT 252 Statistics II 2C125 MAT 273 Calculus III 2C135 MAT 280 Linear Algebra 2C145 MAT 285 Differential Equations 2C155 MAT 141 Mathematical Concepts I 2C165 MAT 142 Mathematical Concepts II 2C175 MAT 167 Discrete Math AP and IB Courses 2501 AP CALCULUS AB 2502 AP CALCULUS BC 2511 AP STATISTICS 2I008 IB Computer Science SL 2I018 IB Computer Science HL 2I028 IB Mathematical Studies SL 2I038 IB Mathematics SL 2I048 IB Mathematics HL 2I058 IB Further Math HL Due to the Curriculum Improvement Project at the NC Community College system, many courses were revised or archived. If not onthis list, but on a previous math options chart and taken prior to SY, they are still acceptable. This includes lab component for many of the archived courses. Most math labs were incorporated into the revised courses listed above. Some community colleges may still require a lab before the mandatory Summer 2015 switch. If your community college does, then it must be taken this final year. Students Planning to Attend Other Colleges, a Community College, or Technical Schools Any of the courses listed in the UNC System column OR 2407 Probability & Statistics ( is last year of availability) 2406 AMTEM-Mindset Special Topics in Math ( was last year of availability) CTE Single Courses that equal 1 full math credit AP Computer Science (2521) Accounting I (BA10) Accounting II (BA20) Principles of Business and Finance (BF10) Drafting I (IC61) Drafting II Engineering (IV22) Drafting II Architectural (IC62) Carpentry I (IC21) Metals Manufacturing Technology I (IM41) Metals Manufacturing II (IM42) Apparel & Textile Production I (FA31) Apparel & Textile Production II (FA32) Interior Design I (FI51) Interior Design II (FI52) Culinary Arts and Hospitality II (FH22) ProStart II (FH72) Principles of Technology I (TE21) Principles of Technology II (TE22) Computer Programming I (BP10) Computer Programming II (BP12) Pairs of CTE Courses that equal 1 Math CREDIT SAS I (BP20) AND SAS II (BP22) Personal Finance (BF05) AND Entrepreneurship I (ME11) Electronics I (IM31) AND Electronics II (IM32) Masonry I (IC11) AND Masonry II (IC12) Introduction to Culinary Arts & Hospitality (FH20) AND Culinary Arts & Hospitality I (FH21) Game Art and Design (TS31) AND Advanced Game Art and Design (TS32) Electrical Trades I (IC 41) AND Electrical Trades II (IC42) Scientific and Technical Visualization I (TS21) AND Scientific and Technical Visualization II (TS22) Introduction to Culinary Arts & Hospitality (FH20) AND ProStart I (FH71) Carpentry II (IC22) AND Carpentry III (IC23) ** Not eligible for Multiple Measures entry with NC Community College System. Students using CTE courses to meet Math credit graduation requirements (Class of 2014 & beyond) will be required to complete math placement testing prior to enrolling in community college math courses. Students Exempted by Principal from usual sequence (Substitution) MATH I AND MATH II Plus two additional courses from choices below: 2020 Introductory Mathematics 2050 Foundations of Math I 2051 Foundations of Math II 2052 Foundations of Math III 2040 Alternate Mathematics I 2041 Alternate Mathematics II 2065 Probability & Statistics Special Topics in Math ( was last year of availability) OR AP Computer Science (2521) Accounting I (BA10) Accounting II (BA20) Principles of Business and Finance (BF10) Drafting I (IC61) Drafting II Engineering (IV22) Drafting II Architectural (IC62) Carpentry I (IC21) Metals Manufacturing Technology I (IM41) Metals Manufacturing II (IM42) Apparel & Textile Production I (FA31) Apparel & Textile Production II (FA32) Interior Design I (FI51) Interior Design II (FI52) Culinary Arts and Hospitality II (FH22) ProStart II (FH72) Principles of Technology I (TE21) Principles of Technology II (TE22) Computer Programming I (BP10) Computer Programming II (BP12) Students are NOT required to complete math credits in this option in any particular order. Students may take CTE or other courses prior to or concurrently with Math I and/or Math II. Additionally, students may also complete the Substitution sequence with two core mathematics courses plus one additional math course from above (pink) and one CTE course OR a pair of CTE courses from previous column (yellow) (pairs of CTE courses = 1math credit). 9

11 Students Identified as Learning Disabled in Math Students included in the category defined by NC General Statute 115C-81(b) must complete four credits in mathematics. This legislation states that the State Board of Education shall not require Algebra I as a graduation standard for any student with an IEP [Individualized Education Plan] that: i) identifies the student as learning disabled in the area of mathematics and ii) states that this learning disability will prevent the student from mastering Algebra I. These students should construct a four-course mathematic sequence using any combination of the courses listed in the preceding columns. Each student s course selections should be guided by his or her post-secondary goals, as defined in his/her IEP. Introduction to Math I (9220B) AND Math I (9221B) AND ONE of the following courses: Financial Management (9222B) Alternate Math II (2041) Personal Finance (BF05) Students who complete the sequence above should be classified as Occupational Course of Study (). These students may also complete a CTE concentration NCAA ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS The NCAA has established a central clearinghouse to certify athletic eligibility to Division I and II institutions. Students, who intend to participate with or without a scholarship as a freshman in college, must register with and be certified as eligible by the NCAA Initial-Eligibility Clearinghouse. Please note that initial-eligibility certification pertains only to NCAA requirements for participation in Division I or II athletics and has no bearing on admission to a particular Division I or II institution. Please note the following: It is best to register at the beginning of the junior year Register online at For Division III Contact your Division III College regarding its policies on financial aid, practice and competition. DIVISION I REQUIREMENTS For students entering any Division I college or university and want to participate in athletics or receive an athletic scholarship, you must meet the following academic standards: (1) graduate from high school; (2) complete the 16 core courses listed below; (3) present a minimum required grade-point average in your core courses; and (4) achieve a combined SAT or ACT sum score that matches your core-course grade-point average in the Core GPA/Test Score Sliding Scale Index listed below. 16 Core Courses: 4 years of English, 3 years of mathematics (Common Core Math I (formerly Algebra I) or higher level), 2 years of natural/physical science (including 1 year of lab science), 1 year of additional English, mathematics or natural/physical science, 2 years of social science, 4 years of additional courses (from any area above or foreign language, non-doctrinal religion or philosophy). Core GPA/Test Index (16 core courses) Core GPA SAT ACT and above Note: Even though the SAT has added a writing component, the NCAA has determined that the writing component should not be required at the present time. Because the critical reading and math sections will still be scored on a point scale, the clearinghouse will still combine those two sections for the combined score. The writing section will not be used. Requirements to graduate with your high school class - You must graduate from high school on schedule (in eight semesters) with your incoming ninth grade class. You may use one core course completed in the year after graduation (summer or academic year). You may complete the core course at a location other than the high school from which you graduated and may initially enroll full time at a collegiate institution at any time after completion of the core course. 10

12 High School Opportunities for Accelerated Learning NC Academic Scholars Program The students who qualify for this special recognition will be designated by the State Board of Education as North Carolina Academic Scholars and will receive a seal of recognition attached to their diplomas. They may also receive special recognition at graduation exercises and other community events, be considered for scholarships from the local and state business/industrial community, and/or use this special recognition in applying to post-secondary institutions. Candidates are identified by the end of grade 11 and their candidacy can be included in application forms and/or transcripts sent to these institutions. The following plan is effective for students who enter the ninth grade for the first time in or after Students must: Complete all the requirements of the North Carolina Academic Scholars Program Have an overall four-year un-weighted grade point average of Complete all requirements for a North Carolina high school diploma. NC Academic Scholars Program Requirements for NRMPS Future Ready Core Course of Study Credits Courses/Project 4 English I, II, III, IV 4 Mathematics (should include Common Core Math I, II, III, and a higher level math course with Common Core Math III as a pre-requisite. The fourth math must meet MAR (Minimum Admissions Requirements) for the UNC system. 3 Science (Physics or Chemistry course, Biology, and an Earth/Environmental Science course 3 Social Studies (World History, US History, and Civics/Economic) 1 Health and Physical Education 6 Two elective credits in a second language required for the UNC System, 4 elective credits constituting a concentration recommended from one of the following: Career and Technical Education, JROTC, Arts Education, Second Languages or any other subject area 3 Higher level courses taken during the junior and/or senior years which carry 5 or 6 quality points such as: AP, IB, dual or college equivalent course, Advanced CTE/CTE credentialing courses, online courses or other courses designated as honors or above OR 2 Higher level courses taken during the junior and/or senior years which carry 5 or 6 quality points such as: AP, IB, dual or college equivalent course, Advanced CTE/CTE credentialing courses, online courses or other courses designated as honors or above AND the completion of The North Carolina Graduation Project 24 or 23 + NCGP Minimum state requirements + local requirements = 28 credits Latin Honors Recognition Beginning with the Freshman Class of (Graduating Class of 2019) NRMPS will use Latin Honors Recognition as follows: Summa cum laude Top 2% (weighted) Magna cum laude Top 3% - 5% (weighted) Cum laude Top 6% - 10% (weighted) 11

13 Advanced Placement (AP), The AP program is a cooperative educational endeavor between secondary schools and colleges/ universities. It gives high school students exposure to college level material through involvement in an AP course, and then gives them an opportunity to show what they have learned by taking an AP exam. Colleges and universities are then able to grant credit, placement, or both to students. AP courses prepare students for the future by giving them the tools that will serve them well throughout their college career. AP courses are offered at each of the four traditional high schools as well as through the North Carolina Virtual Public School. International Baccalaureate Diploma Program (IB), The IB Diploma Program is a rigorous pre-university course of study, leading to examinations that meet the needs of the highly motivated secondary student. The IB curriculum involves the student's final two years of the secondary education sequence. During this time, study is undertaken in a broad range of subjects, selected under the guidance of a school-appointed coordinator. The high standards implicit in the IB examinations assume high levels of achievement or preparation at the middle school and pre-ib levels. The IB Diploma Program is offered only on the Rocky Mount High School campus. Students wishing to enroll in this program should speak with their counselor for more information about applying for re-assignment to RMHS beginning in the 9 th grade to complete the preparatory classes prior to officially entering the IB Program in the 11th grade. Advancement via Individual Determination (AVID) AVID is a program to prepare students in the academic middle for four-year college eligibility. AVID students are typically the first in their families to attend college, and are capable of completing rigorous curriculum but are falling short of their potential. AVID is based on writing as a tool of learning, inquiry method, collaborative grouping, and academic reading. AVID is offered at Nash Central, and NRMPS Early College. Communities in Schools (CIS) CIS provides a College Access Program for selected students in grades The program targets students identified as showing the potential for academic success, but needing additional academic support. CIS schools include Nash Central High School, Northern Nash High School, and Rocky Mount High School. Early College High School (ECHS) Nash-Rocky Mount Early College High School is a small, innovative high school on the campus of and in partnership with Nash Community College. Entrance is based on an application and lottery process. Students complete a rigorous 5-year course of honors and college study, with the goal of earning both a high school diploma and a two- year associate's degree or two years of college transfer credit. The Early College prepares students for success in the 21st century and is open to all rising 9th graders for application. One goal of this school is to offer opportunities for higher learning to a broad range of students. Students must begin this program when entering 9 th grade North Carolina Virtual Public School (NCVPS - online learning) NC Virtual Public School is a leader in virtual learning for students. The North Carolina Virtual Public School offers many courses, including AP courses that may not be offered face-to- face at our high schools. Courses pair students with highly qualified NC licensed faculty members from around the world. By virtue of the online course delivery, students from all areas of the state now have access to courses and highly qualified teachers in subjects that they may not have available at their local school. NCVPS is open to the students of Nash-Rocky Mount Public Schools to take courses during the summer, fall, spring, and/or yearlong. These courses may be scheduled within the day or after school hours. For more information about this option, please make an appointment to meet with a Counselor. North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics (NCSSM - online/distance learning) The North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics is pleased to share the attached course catalog for In it, you will find a wide variety of tuition-free courses in science, mathematics, engineering, and humanities, as well as free enrichment opportunities for elementary and middle school students. We ve also added information about summer program opportunities for gifted students to this year s catalog. The North Carolina School of Science and Math offer some advanced courses that may not be available face-to-face at our high schools. For more information about this option, please make an appointment to meet with a Counselor. For more information, or to register students today, visit 12

14 Career and Technical Education The mission of Career Technical Education is to empower students to be successful citizens, workers, and leaders in a global economy. CTE fulfills an increasingly significant role in school efforts to graduate all students Career and College Ready. The eight program areas are: agriculture; business, finance, and information technology; career development; family and consumer science; health science; marketing and entrepreneurship; technology engineering and design; and trade and industrial education. At the district level, CTE has created coursework to introduce students to Teacher Education also. For registration purposes, students will register by career cluster due to the course overlap. Students who concentrate on a CTE area, earning at least four related technical credits and meeting other criteria, are better prepared for the further education and the advanced training required to be successful in 21 st century careers. - solving process. The 16 Career Clusters are: Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources Architecture & Construction Arts, A/V Technology & Communications Business Management and Administration Education & Training Finance Government & Public Administration Health Science Hospitality & Tourism Human Service Information Technology Law, Public Safety, Corrections & Security Manufacturing Marketing Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics Transportation, Distribution & Logistics National Technical Honor Society The National Technical Honor Society is an organization designed to reward and encourage student effort and achievement and to cultivate the ideals of scholastic excellence, service and leadership in our citizens of tomorrow. Students inducted into Nash-Rocky Mount School's chapters must meet the following qualifications: Be a senior Have a minimum, overall GPA of 3.00 Complete a CTE (Career-Technical Education) Cluster Have completed or currently be enrolled in at least the 5th CTE unit Have an average grade of 93 in CTE courses Have completed or currently be enrolled in Common Core Math III Career and College Promise Career and College Promise students can complete numerous Career and Technical Education Programs of Study. Any high school Junior or Senior can take the courses free of charge if they meet the requirements set by the legislature related to Career and College Promise. The CTE Career and College Promise programs of study courses can be taken at Nash Community College, at a high school with a Community College instructor or online. Student also have the option to take additional courses online and at night. Students will receive college credit as well as high school credit for the courses they take. Community College Certificate can be obtained upon graduation from high school. A detailed list of certificates/courses are provided in this document and on the Nash Community College Career and College website Career and Technical Student Organizations (CTSO) All students in career and technical programs have an opportunity to develop and extend their learning through participation in active career and technical student organizations (CTSOs). The program of work for each organization should be based on instructional competencies and be an integral part of the program. Any student enrolled in a career and technical course is eligible for membership in the career and technical student organization associated with that program. DECA DECA, an association for Marketing Education students, prepares emerging leaders and entrepreneurs for careers in marketing, finance, hospitality and management in high schools and colleges around the globe. 13

15 FBLA North Carolina Future Business Leaders of America (NC FBLA) is a career and technical student organization that serves students who are or have been enrolled in a Business Education course. FCCLA The Family, Career and Community Leaders of America's general objective is to help individuals improve personal, family, and community living through organized group and individual activities as a part of the Family and Consumer Sciences Education program in the schools.. FFA FFA is a dynamic youth organization within agricultural education that changes lives and prepares students for premier leadership, personal growth and career success. HOSA Health Occupations Students of America is a career and technical student organization of, by and for students who: Are or were enrolled in secondary, postsecondary/collegiate health science education classes Are interested, planning to pursue, or pursuing a career in the health professions SkillsUSA SkillsUSA is a national nonprofit organization serving teachers and high school and college students who are preparing for careers in trade, technical and skilled service occupations, including health occupations. It was formerly known as VICA (Vocational Industrial Clubs of America). TSA North Carolina Technology Student Association (NC TSA) is an essential element of the state's Technology Education Program. This student organization provides the opportunity for students to engage in activities directly reflecting the curriculum Career-Technical Education Academies and Credentialing AGRISCIENCE ACADEMY is a four-year program of study designed for students pursuing a career in the broad area of agriculture. Through an agreement with the Agriculture Institute at North Carolina State University and Nash Community College, course equivalencies facilitate the transfer of students enrolled in courses at Nash Community College to the Agriculture Institute. Admission is by application only and students may apply in the 8th or 9th grade for entrance in the 9th or 10th grade. There are no pre-requisite courses. This program is offered only on the Southern Nash High School campus. Possible skills certifications: Welding Certificate. CISCO NETWORKING ACADEMY is a two-year program of study designed for students pursuing a career in Network Engineering Technology. Admission is by application only and students may apply in the 8th or 9th grade for entrance in the 9th or 10th grade. Course pre-requisites are Computer Engineering Technology I and II, which must be completed before the 11 th grade year. The CISCO web-based curriculum is provided by CISCO Systems and is offered in the 11th and 12th grades and only on the campus of Nash Community College. Possible skills certifications: A+, Network +, CCNA. FIRE TRAINING ACADEMY is a state approved fire program that is an accredited program via the North Carolina Office of State Fire Marshal (OSFM). OSFM is the only provider of accredited certification for NC Fire Fighter. OSFM curriculum and assessments are aligned to national standards. These certifications are transferrable to other states. Admission is by application only and students may apply in the 8th or 9th grade for entrance in the 9th or 10th grade. Upon completion, students will be trained in hands-on learning experiences and scenarios with the required fire fighter information and the necessary skills to be firefighters. Possible skills certifications: HEALTH SCIENCES ACADEMY is a four-year program of study designed for students pursuing a career in healthcare or a healthcare-related career. Admission to the program is by application only and students may apply in the 8th or 9th grade for entrance in the 9th or 10th grade. There are no pre-requisite courses. This program is offered at each of the four traditional high schools. Possible skills certifications: CNA, First-aid, CPR HOSPITATLITY AND TOURISM ACADEMY is a four-year program of study designed for students to pursue a career in hospitality and tourism, the world s largest industry. The academy features course context ranging from proper food handling, culinary arts skills, hotel management, marketing, and business concepts. Admission is by application only and students may apply in the 8th or 9th grade for entrance in the 9th or 10th grade. Possible skills certification: ServSafe INDUSTRIAL AND ADVANCED MANUFACTURING is an academy program in conjunction with Nash Community College via the Career College Promise initiative that introduces students to advanced manufacturing areas such as computer 14

16 integrated machining, welding, industrial systems, mechatronics, electronics, computer engineering and global logistics. The academy also provides students an opportunity to continue their education with East Carolina University. TEACHER EDUCATION ACADEMY is designed to provide educational opportunities for students interested in becoming teachers by giving them an advanced start in college course work towards completion of a baccalaureate degree. This is provided for through an agreement between Nash Community College, East Carolina University, Barton College, North Carolina Wesleyan College, and Nash-Rocky Mount Schools. Instruction is through the community college's Career and College Promise CTE courses and college credits transfer to a four-year college or university. Admission is by application only and students may apply in the 10th grade for admission in the 11th grade. This program is available at each of the four traditional high schools. STEM ACADEMY is designed to provide high school students essential and enduring 21st century skills. Technology Engineering and Design is a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) program that uses the arts, engineering, languages, technologies, and science to understand, communicate, and design. The academy is offered at Rocky Mount High School. Courses include Technology Engineering and Design, Technological Design, and Engineering Design **Most CTE courses are available to students in grades 9-12; however all pre-requisites must be met for enrollment in certain courses. ** CTE Industry Certifications High school students can attain a credential from a documented skill set and therefore, be more marketable in the employment arena and better prepared to succeed in a post-secondary environment. CTE programs can enhance this by providing students with opportunities to verify skills learned by passing external credential examinations. CTE credentials offer students entry-level, stackable evidence of skills attainment that is relevant to careers and post- secondary. Students who complete an Industry Certification will have the qualifications to apply for a variety of jobs after graduation. Below is a list of some Industry Certifications and Credentials that CTE programs prepare students for: ASE Brakes and Electrical Career Readiness Certificate/WorkKeys CISCO Certified CCENT Cisco CCNA CompTIA A+ CompTIA Network + Dreamweaver First-aid/CPR Internet and Core Computing (IC3) Microsoft Office Specialist (including Expert and Master Level) NA3SA (National Automotive Student Skills Standards Assessment) NCCER Core Certification NCCER Carpentry Modules NCCER Electrical Modules North Carolina Nurse Aide I & II Registry (CNA) North Carolina State Fire Marshall Modules ServSafe Manager Food Protection Certification American Welding Society (AWS) Certification 15

17 The North Carolina Career and College Promise: College Transfer and Career and Technical Education College Options for High School Students (Juniors and Seniors only) Please Click Here to view the Dual Credit Allowances for Career & College Promise College Transfer Options Associate in Art (32-33 Hours Required) English Composition (6SHC) ENG 111 Writing & Inquiry (3 SHC) ENG 112 Writing/Research in the Disciplines (3 SHC) Communication (9SHC in next 2 sections) COM 231 Public Speaking (3 SHC) Humanities/Fine Arts ART 111 Art Appreciation (3 SHC) ART 114 Art History Survey I (3 SHC) ART 115 Art History Survey II (3 SHC) ENG 231 American Literature I (3 SHC) ENG 232 American Literature II (3 SHC) MUS 110 Music Appreciation (3 SHC) MUS 112 Introduction to Jazz (3 SHC) PHI 215 Philosophical Issues (3 SHC PHI 240 Introduction to Ethics (3 SHC) Social/Behavioral Sciences (9SHC) ECO 251 Principles of Microeconomics (3 SHC) ECO 252 Principles of Macroeconomics (3 SHC) HIS 111 World Civilizations I (3 SHC) HIS 112 World Civilizations II (3 SHC) HIS 131 American History I (3 SHC) HIS 132 American History II (3 SHC) POL 120 American Government (3 SHC) PSY 150 General Psychology (3 SHC) SOC 210 Introduction to Sociology (3 SHC) Math (3-4 SHC) MAT 143 Quantitative Literacy (3 SHC) MAT 152 Statistical Methods I (4 SHC) MAT 171 Pre-calculus Algebra (4 SHC) Natural Sciences (4 SHC) AST 111 Descriptive Astronomy (3 SHC) and AST 111A Descriptive Astronomy Lab (1 SHC) AST 151 General Astronomy I (3 SHC) and AST 151A General Astronomy Lab I (1 SHC) BIO 110 Principles of Biology (4 SHC) BIO 111 General Biology I (4 SHC) CHM 151 General Chemistry I (4 SHC) GEL 111 Introductory Geology (4 SHC) PHY 110 Conceptual Physics (3 SHC) and PHY 110A Conceptual Physics Lab (1 SHC) Academic Transition (1 SHC) ACA 122 College Transfer Success (1 SHC) Associate in Science (34 Hours Required) English Composition (6SHC) ENG 111 Writing & Inquiry (3 SHC) ENG 112 Writing/Research in the Disciplines (3 SHC) Communication (9SHC in next 2 sections) COM 231 Public Speaking (3 SHC) Humanities/Fine Arts ART 111 Art Appreciation (3 SHC) ART 114 Art History Survey I (3 SHC) ART 115 Art History Survey II (3 SHC) ENG 231 American Literature I (3 SHC) ENG 232 American Literature II (3 SHC) MUS 110 Music Appreciation (3 SHC) MUS 112 Introduction to Jazz (3 SHC) PHI 215 Philosophical Issues (3 SHC) PHI 240 Introduction to Ethics (3 SHC) Social/Behavioral Sciences (9SHC) ECO 251 Principles of Microeconomics (3 SHC) ECO 252 Principles of Macroeconomics (3 SHC) HIS 111 World Civilizations I (3 SHC) HIS 112 World Civilizations II (3 SHC) HIS 131 American History I (3 SHC) HIS 132 American History II (3 SHC) POL 120 American Government (3 SHC) PSY 150 General Psychology (3 SHC) SOC 210 Introduction to Sociology (3 SHC) Math (8 SHC) MAT 171Precalculus Algebra (4 SHC) MAT 172 Pre-calculus Trigonometry (4 SHC) MAT 263 Brief Calculus (4 SHC) MAT 271 Calculus I (4 SHC) Natural Sciences (8 SHC) AST 151 General Astronomy I (3 SHC) and AST 151A General Astronomy Lab I (1SHC) BIO 110 Principles of Biology (4 SHC) BIO 111 General Biology I (4 SHC) and BIO 112 General Biology II (4 SHC) CHM 151 General Chemistry I (4 SHC) and CHM 152 General Chemistry II (4 SHC) GEL 111 Introductory Geology (4 SHC) PHY 110 Conceptual Physics (3 SHC) and PHY 110A Conceptual Physics Lab (1 SHC) PHY 151 College Physics I (4 SHC) and PHY 152 College Physics II (4 SHC) PHY 251 General Physics I (4 SHC) and PHY 252 General Physics II (4 SHC) Academic Transition (1 SHC) ACA 122 College Transfer Success (1 SHC) 16

18 Career and Technical Education College Certificate Options Advertising and Graphic Design GRD 151 Computer Design Basics (3 sh) GRD 141 Graphic Design I (4 sh) GRD 110 Typography I (3 sh) GRD 142 Graphic Design II (4 sh) Architectural ARC 112 Construction Materials and Methods (4 sh) ARC 111 Intro to Architectural Technology (3 sh) ARC 114 Architectural CAD (2 sh) ARC 114A Architectural CAD Lab (1 sh) ARC 220 Advanced Architect CAD (3 sh) Automotive Systems Brakes and Suspension TRN 110 Into to Transport Tech (3 sh) AUT 141 Suspension and Steering (3 sh) AUT 151 Brake Systems (3 sh) AUT 116 Engine Repair (3 sh) AUT 141A Suspension and Steering Lab (1 sh) AUT 151A Brake Systems Lab (1 sh) Automotive Systems Electrical TRN 120 Basic Transportation Electricity (5 sh) TRN 145 Adv. Transportation Electronics (3 sh) AUT 163 Advanced Auto Electricity (3 sh) AUT 163A Advanced Auto Electricity Lab (1 sh) Automotive Systems - Engine Performance AUT 181 Engine Performance I (3 sh) AUT 181A Engine Performance Lab (1 sh) AUT 183 Engine II (4 sh) AUT 116 Engine Repair (3 sh) TRN 110 Intro to Transport Tech (2 sh) Business Administration BUS 110 Intro to Business (3 sh) BUS 137 Principles of Management (3 sh) BUS 151 People Skills (3 sh) BUS 240 Business Ethics (3 sh) Computer Engineering Technology PC Build and Repair ELC 131 Circuit Analysis I (4 sh) ELC 131A Circuit Analysis I Lab (1 sh) EGR 125 Appl. Software for Tech (2 sh) CET III Computer Upgrade and Repair I (3 sh) CET 211 Computer Upgrade and Repair II (3 sh) Computer Integrated Machining Machine Operator Certificate BPR 111 Print Reading (2 sh) MAC 141 Machining Applications I (4 sh) MAC 121 Intro to CNC (2 sh) MAC 141A Machining Applications I Lab (2 sh) MAC 151 Machining Calculations (2 sh) MAC 171 Measure/Material & Safety (1 sh) Cosmetology Certificate COS 111(AB, BB) Cosmetology Concepts I (4 sh) COS 112(AB, BB) Cosmetology Concepts II (8 sh) Criminal Justice CJC 111 Intro to Criminal Justice (3 sh) CJC 121 Law Enforcement Operations (3 sh) CJC 112 Criminology (3 sh) CJC 231 Constitutional Law (3 sh) Early Childhood EDU 119 Intro to Early Childhood Education (4 sh) EDU 131 Child, Family, and Community (3 sh) EDU 146 Child Guidance (3 sh) EDU 153 Health, Safety, and Nutrition (3 sh) Electrical Engineering Technology Basic Electronics ELC 131 Circuit Analysis I (4 sh) ELC 131A Circuit Analysis I Lab (1 sh) EGR 125 Appl. Software for Tech (2 sh) ELN 131 Analog Electronics (4 sh) ELN 133 Digital Electronics (4 sh) Electrical Systems Technology Electrical Wiring ELC 113 Residential Wiring (4 sh) ELC 131 Circuit Analysis I (4 sh) ELC 131A Circuit Analysis Lab (1 sh) ELC 115 Industrial Wiring (4 sh) EGR 125 Appl. Software for Tech (2 sh) Emergency Management EPT 140 Emergency Management (3 sh) EPT 120 Sociology of Disaster (3 sh) EPT 130 Mitigation and Preparedness (3 sh) EPT 210 Response and Recovery (3 sh) Emergency Management Fire EPT 140 Emergency Management (3 sh) EPT 120 Sociology of Disaster (3 sh) FIP 120 Intro to Fire Protection (3 sh) FIP 124 Fire Protection & Public Ed. (3 sh) Global Logistics LOG 110 Intro to Logistics (3 sh) LOG 125 Transportation Logistics (3 sh) LOG 215 Supply Chain Management (3 sh) LOG 235 Import/Export Management (3 sh) LOG 240 Purchasing Logistics (3 sh) Industrial Systems Technology Machining Maintenance ELC 131 Circuit Analysis I (4 sh) ELC 131A Circuit Analysis I Lab (1 sh) EGR 125 Appl. Software for Tech (2 sh) MAC 141 Machining Applications I (4 sh) MAC 141A Machining Applications I Lab (2 sh) MAC 171 Measure/Materials & Safety (1 sh) Lodging Management HRM 110 Intro to Hospitality Management (3 sh) HRM 120 Front Office Procedures (3 sh) HRM 140 Legal Issues Hospitality (3 sh) HRM 240 Marketing for Hospitality (3 sh) HRM 245 Human Resource Mgmt. Hospitality (3 sh) Medical Office Administration OST 141 Medical Terms I Med Office (3 sh) OST 149 Medical Legal Issues (3 sh) OST 142 Medical Terms II Med Office (3 sh) OST 148 Medical Coding Billing and Insurance (3 sh) Network Administration NET 125 Introduction to Networks (3 sh) NET 126 Routing Basics (3 sh) NET 225 Routing and Switching I (3 sh) NET 226 Routing and Switching II (3 sh) Web Design CTI 110 Web, Programming & DB Foundation (3 sh) WEB 210 Web Design (3 sh) WEB 111 Intro to Web Graphics (3 sh) WEB 115 Web Markup and Scripting (3 sh) Welding Technology WLD 115 SMAW (5 sh) (AC, BC, CC) WLD 121 GMAW (4 sh) (AB, BB) WLD 131 GTAW (4 sh) 17