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1 Excellence without Exception Fort Walton Beach High School February 2006 Dear Viking Family Members: Fort Walton Beach High School proudly presents our Curriculum Guide for the school year These programs of study provide opportunities for individualized high school experiences for each and every student in a setting which emphasizes technical skills, high expectations, and critical thinking. Academic achievement is our primary goal for every student. No child is left behind at Fort Walton Beach High School and all students are prepared for life beyond high school. Through annual parent conferences, every parent and student has the opportunity to meet with counselors and teachers to customize the high school experience. Our advisory teachers are committed to this link with parents and students to provide success for all. We are excited about all instructional programs offered at our school and we encourage parents to take advantage of this annual career/education planning conference. Please review this guide carefully. It will assist you in making informed decisions regarding registration. This guide contains information about graduation requirements, course offerings, and current curricula. Take the registration process seriously and make course selections with an overall plan in mind for individual career goals, abilities, and interests. Teachers, guidance counselors, and administrators are available to assist you and look forward to your success as a Viking, where Excellence is Without Exception. Sincerely, Alexis Tibbetts Principal

2 T A B L E O F C O N T E N T S GENERAL INFORMATION Mission Statement... 3 Administration... 3 GUIDANCE OFFICE Staff... 4 Department Chairs... 4 Schedule Changes... 4 Parent-Teacher Conferences... 4 WAVE Conferences... 4 REQUIREMENTS FOR HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION Registration Procedures... 6 Requirements for Graduation Certificate of Completion... 7 Dual Enrollment OWC... 7 ATHLETIC ELIGIBILITY Interscholastic Extra Curricular Eligibility... 7 National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Requirements... 7 TESTING: REQUIRED FCAT Writes... 8 FCAT... 8 TESTING: OPTIONAL ASVAB... 8 PSAT/NMSQT... 8 AP Exam... 8 ACT & SAT... 8 FCPT... 8 SPECIAL PROGRAMS Advanced Placement Program... 9 AP Institute... 9 SCHOLARSHIPS: Bright Futures Florida Academic Scholars Award (FAS) Florida Medallion Scholars Award (FMS) Gold Seal Scholarships...11 AWARDS & HONORS GRADUATE CRITERIA Selection of Summa/Magna and Cum Laude Viking Scholars Awards Fort Walton Beach High School Senior Awards Night Okaloosa County Honors Ceremony COURSE DESCRIPTIONS English Courses Science Courses Foreign Language Courses Social Studies Courses Math Courses Other Graduation Requirements Electives Notes Page

3 GENERAL INFORMATION Our Vision: Fort Walton Beach High School graduates will be literate in writing, reading, speaking, math, science and technology. They will become multiculturally sensitive citizens who are adaptable with effective social and collaboration skills. BELIEFS: All students learn but at different rates and in different ways. Students must be provided extra time for learning. Students will develop behavioral, social, and intellectual skills to be successful in an ever-changing and diverse society. All graduates will have the confidence and self direction to become life long learners. Education should be personalized to meet the individual needs of each student. Each student should be empowered to achieve at his/her highest level through a partnership between home, school, and community. Teachers must receive ongoing professional development. Our Mission: The mission of Fort Walton Beach High School is excellence without exception in preparing students for graduation so that they may enter the workforce, seek training in the military, or pursue post-secondary education. ADMINISTRATION Alexis Tibbetts Principal Ext. 320 Gary Wood Vice-Principal Ext. 323 Charlene Couvillon Assistant Principal, Curriculum and Instruction Ext. 310 Ernie Green Assistant Principal, Discipline Ext. 325 Joe Peterson Assistant Principal, Attendance Ext. 326 Mike Owens Athletic Director Ext. 405 Jeff Sullivan School Resource Officer Ext. 454 Jenni Spiker School Resource Officer Ext

4 Assistant Principal for Curriculum and Instruction Counselors Charlene Couvillon Ext. 310 GUIDANCE OFFICE A counselor is assigned to each student to help guide him or her throughout the high school years. A student may set up an appointment for a conference with his/her counselor through the guidance office. Staff Cathy Ferkes Senior Counselor, Dual Enrollment Coordinator Ext. 312 Willie Biggs Junior Counselor, Bright Futures Coordinator Ext. 315 Bobbie Bowen Sophomore Counselor, AP Institute Coordinator Ext. 313 Jennifer Drew Freshman Counselor, Honor Awards Coordinator Ext. 314 Kim Sallee Guidance Receptionist Ext. 305 Jan Clements Testing Coordinator Ext. 453 Vicki Fields Records Clerk Ext. 402 Cheryl Seals Community Outreach/SAC Chairperson Ext. 328 Pam Cooper Scholarship Coordinator Ext. 520 Department Chairs Lynne Shirley... English Art Morrison... Mathematics Gail Folsom... ESE Sandi Williams... Science Carolyn Lindsey... Foreign Language Lynn Mayfield... Social Studies Glen O Shea... Vocational Schedule Changes Once a student has registered for a course and verified that course, he or she will not be allowed to change his/her schedule. If a teacher change is requested by a parent, it will be considered after a conference is held with the parent, teacher, student, and the guidance administrator. Should a student be registered for a course that he/she does not have the prerequisite course-work or grades to complete, guidance counselors will consider appropriate alternatives with the student and/or parents. If a student is lacking a course for graduation or enrolled in a course he/she has passed, his/her schedule will be changed. All students who drop a class after the first 4 weeks of school will receive a penalty F. Parent-Teacher Conferences All teacher conferences are scheduled by Mrs. Sallee, Guidance Secretary. Her extension is 305. These conferences are held after school from 1:50 until 2:15. Should you need to talk with one teacher, Mrs. Sallee can arrange a conference during that teacher s planning period or at 6:45 a.m. The teacher contract requires 24 hour notice. WAVE Conferences Each year students, parents, and WAVE advisors meet in a conference to discuss the students academic progress and the students academic goals. Students and parents receive information on college admission requirements, scholarships, and career and technical training options. Parents are given the opportunity to get answers to questions and to have input into their child s educational future. 4

5 REGISTRATION PROCEDURES Counselors will meet with you to distribute registration materials. At that time, you will be briefed on: 1) Selecting your required and elective courses for the coming year. 2) Completing the registration form. 3) Obtaining the required signatures. You will also be informed of the schedule change policy. Prior to selecting your courses, read the introductory section of this guide carefully to familiarize yourself with the information it contains. Your English teacher will recommend the correct English class for next year. Your math teacher will also make recommendations for your next math class. Using the information from your math teacher, your science teacher will help you select the correct science course. Foreign language and social studies teachers will also complete their recommendations for you (this may need to be your English teacher). You will select your electives. FWBHS recommends that incoming freshmen select World Geography as an elective social studies course. Freshmen should also consider taking Personal Fitness and Life Management Skills (semester courses required for graduation in the state of Florida). After you have completed your course requests, you will receive a printout of your course selections to verify later in the spring. HAVE YOU DONE ALL THESE THINGS? 1. Registered for 7 classes each semester. A non-credit study hall may be selected for 1 period. 2. Obtained all necessary teacher signatures. 3. Listed at least 2 credits of full-year and/or semester courses as alternatives on your registration form. 4. Obtained parent signatures and signed the form yourself. 5. Returned your registration form to the appropriate teacher on the assigned date. IF YOU HAVEN T COMPLETED ALL OF THE ABOVE STEPS, YOU ARE NOT REGISTERED AT FWBHS FOR THE NEXT SCHOOL YEAR. All information regarding course and graduation requirements are subject to change pending legislation and state mandate. Courses listed in this guide will be dropped if there is insufficient demand for them. DROP/ADD PROCEDURE The guidance office is open during the summer. Any changes in your request for the new school year must be made before July 1st. After that date, limited changes will be made on a space available basis. PARENT/TEACHER COMMUNICATION If a student is experiencing a problem in a course, the best solutions are the result of direct communication between the parent and the instructor. Please call or the instructor with your concerns. You may call the main office at and ask for the teacher s extension. You may also arrange for conferences with the instructor and your child s guidance counselor by contacting the Guidance Office at ext A WORD ABOUT STUDENT SCHEDULES Students are given curriculum guides and registration information each year. Hopefully this information aids the students in course selection. Students are allowed to make changes of their choices until July. This allows the students ample time to plan the courses that meet their individual needs. Teachers are hired and a master schedule is built based on the selections made by the students. After the 1st of July, there should be no schedule changes. Of course, any errors will be corrected. Some examples of errors that will be corrected are as follows: A course previously passed A course out of sequence (i.e. Spanish II before Spanish I) A missing requirement for graduation Some examples of situation that will NOT result in a schedule change are: A desire for another instructor (teacher counts are monitored closely) A desire for a different lunch shift Requested the course but do not need the credit Requested the course but no longer interested in the subject Desire for a different period for a no class or a study hall 5

6 REQUIREMENTS FOR HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION In order to graduate from high school in the State of Florida, a student must have the following: 1) A passing score (currently 300) on the reading and mathematics portions of the FCAT. 2) 24 credits or 18 credits see chart below. 3) A minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) of 2.0. Grade GRADING SCALE FOR ACADEMIC SUBJECTS SCHOOL YEAR Percent Definition Grade Point Value Non-weighted 6 Grade Point Value Weighted: IB, AP, district approved Dual Enrollment, CHOICE courses receiving college credit Grade Point Value Weighted: all other district approved weighted courses A Outstanding Progress B Above Average Progress C Lowest Acceptable Progress to Average Progress D In Danger of Failing F 0-59 Failure I 0 Incomplete (Secondary Only) Currently, we have three options for graduation: Complete 24-credit College or Career, Minimal 18-credit College, and Minimal 18-credit Career. Please see your guidance counselor if you are interested in the 18 credit option th Grade th /11 th /12 th for all weighted courses *Consult your academic counselor as to how your selection of electives may impact college and career options th Grade ONLY OPTION ONE OPTION TWO OPTION THREE Courses Complete University and Technical Accelerated College Preparatory Accelerated Career Preparatory Program (4-year) Program (3-year) Program (3-year) English 4 credits (major concentration in 4 credits (major concentration in 4 credits (major concentration in composition and literature) composition and literature) composition and literature) Mathematics 3 credits (one of which must be 3 credits at the Algebra 1 level or 3 credits (one of which must be Algebra 1 or its equivalent) above from the list of courses that Algebra 1 or its equivalent 1-A and 1-B) qualify for state university admission Science 3 credits (two must have a laboratory 3 credits in natural science (two must 3 credits in natural science (two must component) have a laboratory component) have a laboratory component) Social Studies 1 credit World History 1 credit World History 1 credit World History 1 credit American History 1 credity American History 1 credity American History ½ credit American Government ½ credit American Government ½ credit American Government ½ credit Economics ½ credit Economics ½ credit Economics Foreign not required for high school 2 credits or demonstrated proficiency Language graduation; required for admission into in same second language state universities Practical 1 credit practical arts career education Arts/Performing Fine Arts Life Management Skills Physical Education or exploratory career education or 1 credit performing fine arts or ½ credit in practical arts and ½ in performing fine arts ½ credit 1 credit (including ½ credit of Personal Fitness and ½ credit physical education elective) Vocational/Technical 3 credits in single vocational or career education program 3 credits in career and technical certificate dual enrollment courses or 5 credits vocational or career education courses Electives 8½ credits* 3 credits 2 credits unless 5 credits earned above Total 24 credits 18 credits, 6 of which must be in 18 credits IB/AP/AICE/Dual Enrollment or Honors State Assessment Earn passing scores on the FCAT Score Level 3 or above on most recent Score Level 3 or above on most recent Requirements (grade 10) FCAT Reading, Math & Writing FCAT Reading, Math & Writing Grade Point Average Earn a cumulative GPA of 2.0 Earn a cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 Earn a cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 Requirements (GPA) on a 4.0 scale scale prior to selecting accelerated scale and maintain a weighted or graduation option and maintain a weighted unweighted 3.0 in all required coursework or unweighted 3.0 in all required coursework

7 REQUIREMENTS FOR HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION Certificate of Completion A student who has not successfully completed the requirements for a standard diploma may be awarded a Certificate of Completion if: 1) The student is seventeen years of age. 2) The student has earned a minimum of twenty-four credits consisting of courses from the plan above. 3) The student either has a GPA below 2.0 or has not passed the FCAT. Dual Enrollment OWC OWC offers college level instruction for students during the school year and in the summer for students in grades Students who are eligible to participate in these courses shall meet the following requirements: Cumulative weighted grade point average of 3.5 or above (B+) average on all course work beginning with the ninth grade, or Recommendation of the principal. ATHLETIC ELIGIBILITY Interscholastic Extra Curricular Eligibility 1. An incoming ninth-grader must have been regularly promoted from the eighth grade according to the school s Pupil Progression Plan to be eligible during the fall semester. 2. The regular school year shall consist of two semesters. The length of each semester shall be determined by the public district school board or governing board of the private school. A summer school session, if held, shall be considered to be an extension of the second (spring) semester. 3. Each Semester Thereafter: a. An athlete must maintain a cumulative 2.0 grade point average on a 4.0 scale, or its equivalent, in all courses he/ she takes to be eligible each semester. b. Exceptional students who are pursuing a special high school diploma shall be required to maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale in all those courses necessary for the completion of the requirements for the special diploma as prescribed by the district school board. National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Requirements If you wish to participate in athletics as a college freshman you must register with NCAA online prior to your high school senior year. You must have a core-course un-weighted GPA and a combined score on the SAT verbal and math sections or a sum score on the ACT based on the qualifier index scale for Division I. For Division II you must have at least a 2.0 unweighted GPA. Only courses that satisfy the NCAA definition of a core course can be used to calculate your NCAA GPA. The chart below shows what your core courses must include at a minimum. Core Units Required for NCAA Certification Division I Division II English Core 4 years 3 years Math Core (Algebra I or above) 3 years 2 years Science Core (Natural/Physical) 2 years 2 years Social Science Core 2 years 2 years Additional Core (English, Math, or Science) 1 year 2 years Additional Academic (See * below) 4 years 3 years Total Core Units Required 16 Credits 14 Credits * English, Math, Science, Social Science, Foreign Language, Philosophy, Computer Science, Non-doctrinal Religion 7

8 T E S T I N G REQUIRED TESTS FCAT Writes Assesses the writing proficiency of all tenth graders Given in February FCAT-Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test Students must achieve a passing score on the FCAT reading and math to meet graduation requirements. Given to all freshmen and sophomores in February/March Measures skills in reading, mathematics, and science Science portion given to juniors in February/March OPTIONAL TESTS ASVAB-Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery Given to juniors and/or seniors who pre-register Assist students in determining career interests and aptitude PSAT/NMSQT- Preliminary Scholastic Aptitude Test and National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test The State of Florida requires all 10 th graders to take the PSAT (free of charge) This test should be used for making decisions about classes for the last two years of high school For college bound students, this is an opportunity to practice for the 11 th grade PSAT For college bound juniors, the test is given in October for a fee This test is required of Juniors for consideration for National Merit Scholarships AP Exam-Advanced Placement Examination For students enrolled in AP courses Given in May for college credit Does not affect grade earned in class ACT - College bound students may take as part of college entrance requirements Students should be near the completion of Algebra II before taking this test Measures performance in English, Mathematics, Reading and Science Reasoning, Writing optional Testing dates are in September, October, December, February, April, and June Fee requirement; must register on-line or by mail six weeks in advance Registration packets for dates, times, and locations of administration can be picked up in Guidance Required for Bright Futures eligibility (or SAT) SAT- Scholastic Aptitude Test of the College Board - College bound students may take as part of college entrance requirements Students should be near the completion of Algebra II before taking this test Required for consideration as National Merit Scholarship Finalist Measures performance in Mathematics, Critical Thinking and Writing abilities Testing dates in October, November, December, January, April, May and June Fee requirement; must register on-line or by mail six weeks in advance Registration packets for dates, times, and locations of administration can be picked up in Guidance Required for Bright Futures eligibility (or ACT) FCPT- Florida College Placement Test Community College bound students No Fee Given on site at FWBHS or OWC Does not meet college placement tests requirement for Bright Futures eligibility other than Gold Seal 8

9 SPECIAL PROGRAMS ADVANCED PLACEMENT PROGRAM AP stands for Advanced Placement. Advanced Placement (AP) is a program of college level courses and exams that gives bright, motivated students the opportunity to get ahead by earning advanced placement and/or college credit while they are still in high school. William R. Fitzsimmons, Dean of Admissions for Harvard stated, AP is a better predictor of college success than SAT. Closer to home Bill Kolb, former Dean of Admissions for the University of Florida stated, Students who do not have a minimum of three (3) AP credits on their transcript, need not apply. Advanced Placement courses available at Fort Walton Beach High School AP American Government AP English Literature AP U.S. History AP European History AP Art Portfolio 2-D AP French Language AP Art Portfolio 3-D AP German Language AP Art History AP Macroeconomics AP Biology AP Music Theory AP Calculus AP Psychology AP Chemistry AP Spanish Language AP Computer Science AP Statistics AP English Language AP Human Geography AP World History AP Environmental Science AP Physics ADVANCED PLACEMENT SCHOLARS INSTITUTE The ADVANCED PLACEMENT SCHOLARS INSTITUTE is an enhanced Advanced Placement program which recognizes highly accomplished students who complete a rigorous, comprehensive academic program that prepares them both to be more competitive in the college admissions process and to be more successful in their academic careers after high school. This program was featured at the 2003 College Board Forum, where it was touted as the best of both AP and IB programs combined. AP courses are taught by dedicated, enthusiastic teachers who follow the national curricula established by the College Board. The primary goal of Advanced Placement has always been for students to earn college credit while in high school, but there s more to the Institute than just getting college credit. Here students are provided with advanced academic opportunities through a rigorous, authentic, flexible, and engaging curriculum one that will prepare them for college and for life. PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS Six or more AP courses and examinations in at least three of the six subject areas (English Language & Literature, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Foreign Language & Literature, and Fine Arts) An average score on the AP examinations of 3.0 or higher A minimum of 75 hours of community service At least a 3.0 unweighted grade point average Two demonstrations of excellence per school year A researched essay of 4,000-6,000 words including an abstract, thesis, formal outline, and documentation A multimedia presentation of research Defense of research project before a public forum and a panel of Advanced Placement faculty members 9

10 SCHOLARSHIPS FLORIDA BRIGHT FUTURES SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM Offered by the State of Florida, the Florida Bright Futures Scholarship Program provides scholarships to Florida s high school seniors who qualify under one of the three scholarship programs: The Florida Academic Scholars Award, The Florida Medallion Scholars Award, and The Florida Gold Seal Vocational Scholars Award. Each of the three scholarship programs has specific criteria that must be met. The general eligibility requirements for an initial award from any of the three scholarships include: Complete a Florida Financial Aid Application online at by spring term of graduation year (no earlier than December 1 of senior year) Be a Florida resident Earn a Florida standard high school diploma, or its equivalent Be accepted by, and enrolled in, an eligible Florida public or independent post secondary education institution Enroll in a post secondary institution in Florida for at least six semester credit hours, or the equivalent each semester Not have been found guilty of, or have pled nolo contendere to, a felony charge Begin using the award within three years of graduation FLORIDA ACADEMIC SCHOLARS AWARD (FAS) The Florida Academic Scholars Award provides 100% of college tuition and fees plus $600 annually for college related expenses at any of the Florida public post secondary education institutions or a fixed award amount based on the average tuition and fees at a comparable private institution. The eligibility requirements for the Florida Academic Scholars Award are: Un-rounded, weighted (under state weighting system for scholarships), 3.5 cumulative GPA in the 15 core credits (4 English, 3 Math (Algebra I or higher), 3 Science, 3 Social Studies, and 2 of the same Foreign Language) Has earned a score of 1270 on SAT or 28 on ACT Student has completed 75 hours of community service Or has achieved one of the following: Student has received an International Baccalaureate Diploma Student has completed a state approved home education program and earned an ACT/SAT score meeting established levels Student is a scholar or finalist in the National Merit Scholarship Program, National Hispanic Scholars Program, or the National Achievement Scholarship Program FLORIDA MEDALLION SCHOLARS AWARD (FMS) The Florida Medallion Scholars Award pays for 75% of college tuition and fees at a Florida public post secondary education institution or 75% of a fixed award amount based on the average tuition and fees at a comparable private institution. The eligibility requirements for the Florida Merit Scholars Award include: Un-rounded, weighted (under state weighting system for scholarships) 3.0 cumulative GPA in the 15 core credits (4 English, 3 Math (Algebra I or higher), 3 Science, 3 Social Studies, and 2 of the same Foreign Language) Earn a score of at least 970 on SAT or 20 on ACT RENEWAL OF AWARD The Florida Academic Scholars Award is renewable yearly as long as a student maintains a 3.0 GPA. The Florida Medallion Scholars Award is renewable yearly as long as a student maintains a 2.75 GPA. 10

11 GOLD SEAL SCHOLARSHIPS The Gold Seal Scholarship is one of the 3 scholarships available to students under the Bright Futures Scholarship plan. Students must complete a specific 3 course block of vocational courses, earn a 3.5 GPA in those courses, a 3.0 GPA in the required 15.5 core courses, and obtain state established minimum scores on either the CPT, SAT, or ACT. Students may earn only 1 scholarship in the Bright Futures program. Programs offered at FWBHS which Qualify for the Gold Seal Scholarship are: Legal Secretary or Administrative Assistant Electronic Tech Business Systems and Technology I Electronics I Administrative Office Technology Electronics II Business Software Applications Electronics III OR OR Business Systems and Technology Electronics I Administrative Office Technology Electronic II Legal Aspects of Business Tech Studies I OR Business Systems and Technology Business Software Applications Diversified Career Tech Legal Aspects of Business DCT I Business Supervision and Management DCT II Div. Career Tech Management Business Systems and Technology Business and Entrepreneurial Principles Legal Aspects of Business Accounting Operations Business Systems and Technology I Accounting I Acounting II Drafting/Illustrative Design Technology Drafting and Design Technology I Drafting and Design Technology II Drafting and Design Technology III OR Drafting and Design Technology I Drafting and Design Technology II Tech Studies I Additional vocational programs which may qualify for the Gold Seal scholarship are offered at Okaloosa Applied Technology Center. 11

12 AWARDS & HONORS GRADUATE CRITERIA A District weighted grade point average will be used to calculate class rank and honors designations. At the end of the seventh semester for 24-credit graduates and the end of the fifth semester for the 18-credit graduates, honor graduates will be determined by the following scale: In order to be considered an honors graduate, students must be enrolled in the same year-long course at the same level and receive a grade for the eighth semester or have completed their four (4) required courses by the end of the seventh semester. 24-Credit Graduates - At the end of the seventh semester, honor graduates will be determined by averaging the following 19-credits: 3.5 English Credits 3.5 Social Science Credits 3.5 Math Credits 3.5 Science Credits 1.5 Foreign Language Credits of the same language 3.5 Elective Credits 19.0 Total Viking Scholars Awards Summa Cum Laude Magna Cum Laude Cum Laude 4.5 and above Beginning in the freshman year, students who achieve a minimum weighted GPA of 4.0 are named Viking Scholars. The first year, students receive an academic letter. For each additional year, a student who maintains a 4.0 GPA receives a lamp of knowledge pin. All parents are invited to this ceremony and reception which is held in the Spring. Fort Walton Beach High School Senior Awards Night In May, we hold a ceremony to honor the individual achievements of our graduating class. Students who receive community, state, and university scholarships and awards are recognized during this event. Okaloosa County Academic Honors Ceremony The Okaloosa County School Board honors its most successful students with a county-wide ceremony each year. Students are selected to attend based upon the following: Seniors: Juniors: All students who are deemed Honor Graduates (Summa Cum Laude, Magna Cum Laude, and Cum Laude) All students with a 4.2 cumulative weighted GPA or higher or 3.9 un-weighted GPA or higher at the end of their 5 th Semester Sophomores: All students with a 4.2 cumulative weighted GPA or higher or 3.9 un-weighted GPA or higher at the end of their 3 rd Semester Freshman: All students with a 4.2 cumulative weighted GPA or higher or 3.9 un-weighted GPA or higher at the end of their 1 st Semester 12

13 English I (One year, one credit.) ENGLISH The goals of this course are to provide ninth grade students with a solid background in the higher order thinking, reading, and writing skills needed for success in the 21 st century. Students explore a variety of exciting short stories, novels, poems, essays, and plays to develop comprehension and vocabulary. They learn to write focused, purposeful short and long essays using all stages of the writing process, while studying grammar and usage to improve their writing. In addition, students learn how to organize, how to give oral presentations, and how to evaluate mass media. All areas of instruction encompass the Florida Sunshine State Standards G English I Gifted (One year, one weighted credit.) This class is for students who have been staffed into the Gifted Program and want to continue their gifted education. This class consists of extensive reading and writing and the study of literature. There is a summer reading requirement for this class. These students and students who have signed up for the Pre-AP class will be taught in the same classroom English I Honors (One year, one weighted credit.) Prerequisite: Teacher approval, minimum 3.0 Florida Writes, Level 3 on FCAT Reading or 85% NRT, minimum B average in 8 th grade English. The Freshman Honors English course is designed for the accelerated reader and writer. English I Honors offers an enriched look at the regular English I curriculum. Students read from a variety of genres including short stories, novels, drama, poetry, and informational text. Critical thinking and analyzing skills are emphasized and required in written assignments and projects. Independent reading and research projects are required along with grammar and vocabulary work. There is a summer reading requirement for this course P Pre Advanced Placement (AP) English I Honors (One year, one weighted credit.) Prerequisite: Teacher approval, minimum 4.0 Florida Writes, Level 4 or 5 on FCAT Reading or the 95 th percentile in reading on the NRT, minimum B average in 8 th grade English. On the Freshman level, the Pre-AP student covers the same basic material as the regular student: grammar, composition, short story, poetry, novel, and drama. The Pre-AP student deals with these subjects in a more challenging way and in greater depth. Additional reading material with regard to novels, short stories, and prose is required, and the student is expected to go beyond recognition level to employ critical thinking skills to all work. A greater emphasis is placed on writing style and variety of sentence and paragraph construction in the multi-paragraph essay as preparation for the AP English curriculum in the junior and senior years. There is a summer reading requirement for this class English II (One year, one credit.) The purpose of this course is to provide instruction in English language skills and in the study of world literature. This course also places special emphasis on the reading and writing skills needed to pass the FCAT which is given in the spring to all tenth grade students. The content includes, but is not limited to, instruction in reading and vocabulary necessary for comprehension of printed materials. The course includes composition instruction that focuses on the writing of essays for various purposes and audiences, using literary and non-literary subjects. Literature study will emphasize analyses of themes found in world literature. The study of language will include syntax, mechanics, usage, and other conventions of standard written English incorporated into writing instruction. The study of mass media involves analyses of propaganda and persuasion techniques English II Honors (One year, one weighted credit.) Prerequisite: Teacher approval, minimum B average in 9th Honors, minimum A average in 9th regular. Level 3 or higher on FCAT reading. The purpose of this course is to promote academic excellence in English language arts through the study of world literature and through enriched experiences in composition, speech, and listening skills. The content includes, but is not limited to, instruction in universal themes found in world literature, as well as the critical analysis of various genres in that literature. Composition instruction emphasizes the creative, logical, and critical aspects of the writing process. Frequent practice will be provided in utilizing all aspects of composition, including prewriting, drafting, and revising. The study of language focuses on usage, mechanics, figurative language, and other elements of standard written English. Formal and informal speaking opportunities will be provided. Vocabulary study focuses upon verbal analogies and other patterns commonly found on standardized tests. Critical skills in listening and observing will be taught. 13

14 ENGLISH P Pre Advanced Placement (AP) English II Honors (One year, one weighted credit.) Prerequisite: Teacher approval, minimum B average in 9 th Honors, minimum A average in 9 th regular. Level 4 or 5 on FCAT reading. Pre AP English II Honors is a course designed to provide our most committed English students with accelerated activities and instruction necessary to prepare them for future AP language and literature courses. The purpose of this course is to promote academic excellence in English language arts through the study of world literature and through enriched experiences in composition, speech, and listening skills. This class has a summer reading requirement English III (One year, one credit.) 11th GRADE ONLY. The purpose of this course is to provide instruction in American literature and in English language and grammar skills. The content includes, but is not limited to, frequent practice in writing multi-paragraph papers of various types. Reference and summarizing skills will be related to the study of American literature. Literature study includes the written and oral analyses of American literary works representing the ethnic and cultural diversity of the American experience. Vocabulary study will focus upon verbal analogies and other patterns commonly found on standardized tests. Formal and informal oral communications activities will be provided English III Honors (One year, one weighted credit.) 11th GRADE ONLY Prerequisite: Teacher approval, minimum 4.0 Florida Writes, Level 3 or higher on FCAT reading, minimum average of B in Honors, minimum average of an A in Regular. The purpose of this course is to promote academic excellence in English language arts through enriched experiences in reading, writing, speaking, and listening and to provide instruction in the study of American literature. The content includes, but is not limited to, composition instruction with frequent practice in writing multi-paragraph essays in a variety of types, including a documented paper. Literature study includes the written and oral analyses of American literature, representing the ethnic and cultural diversity of the American experience. The study of literature also includes analyses of various genre in the anthology. Opportunities for critiquing various media presentations and literary pieces are explored. Reference skills and methods of summarizing information are taught in relation to the production of a formal research paper. Vocabulary and grammar are emphasized Advanced Placement (AP) English Language (One year, one weighted credit.) 11th GRADE ONLY. Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation, minimum of a 4 on Florida Writes, overall weighted 3.5 GPA, minimum average of B in Pre-AP English II Honors or in English II Honors. This is a college-level course in rhetroic and writing. That is, it is a course in analyzing all the choices involving language that a writer, speaker, reader, listener might make in a situation so that the text becomes meaningful, purposeful, and effective; and it is a course in learning to make those choices effectively as a writer. The course follows the AP curriculum, and it includes extensive reading of prose written in a variety of periods, disciplines, and rhetorical contexts English IV (One year, one credit.) 12th GRADE ONLY. The purpose of this course is to provide instruction in vocabulary and reading necessary for students comprehension as well as interpretation of printed materials. Literature study includes the critical analyses of representative examples from British literature. Writing experiences include practical writings for real life experiences as well as essay writing and a documented paper English IV Honors (One year, one weighted credit.) 12th GRADE ONLY. Prerequisite: Teacher approval, minimum B average in 11th Honors, minimum A average in 11th regular, minimum passing grades in 11th grade AP. This course provides for the serious English student an in-depth study of literary devices and British literature through the study of novels, short stories, poetry, and plays. The course has a strong focus on writing, formal and informal, that requires the student to think both critically and creatively. In addition to the major components discussed above, the content of the course also includes vocabulary study and the study of the growth of English as a language. 14

15 ENGLISH Advanced Placement (AP) English Literature (One year, one weighted credit.) Seniors Only Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation, minimum B average in 11th AP or Honors III, overall weighted 3.5 GPA. The purpose of this course is to prepare students for the Advanced Placement exam and to develop skills and knowledge necessary for success in college. This course will develop each student s critical reading and thinking skills as they relate to literary interpretation and analysis. Writing skills will be sharpened through seminar-style peer evaluations of timed-writing assignments and through teacher-initiated instruction of research strategies (traditional and online) and document-based text preparation. Preparation for the Advanced Placement exam includes an intense training schedule where over the course of a year, students read four or more novels, two dramas, and many poems and short stories. Students will write eight in-class essays, eleven take-home essays, and one research paper. The study of literature will include an analysis of the interpretive qualities of selected works, their modern-day relevance, and a focus on the various literary elements to be covered on the AP exam Creative Writing I (1 st Semester, one-half credit.) ELECTIVE CREDIT ONLY Prerequisite: English teacher recommendation, overall weighted 3.0 GPA A combination of discussion and workshop formats, this course will enable students to develop and use fundamental writing and language skills for creative expression in a variety of literary forms. Students will analyze literary models, work toward an understanding of audience, discuss writing strategies, participate in peer review, and develop a personal portfolio Creative Writing II (2 nd Semester, one-half credit.) ELECTIVE CREDIT ONLY Prerequisite: English teacher approval; overall weighted 3.0 GPA (Creative Writing I is not a Prerequisite) A combination of discussion and workshop formats, this course will enable students to develop and use fundamental writing and language skills for creative expression in a variety of literary forms. Students will analyze literary models, work toward an understanding of audience, discuss writing strategies, participate in peer review, and develop a personal portfolio Creative Writing III (One year, one credit.) GRADES ONLY; ELECTIVE CREDIT ONLY Prerequisite: Grade of B or higher in Creative Writing I and/or Creative Writing II; or teacher approval based on submission of a creative portfolio. This poetry workshop will help students to develop writing and language skills needed for individual expression in traditional poetic forms. The content will include, but not be limited to, the following: reading, analyzing, and writing a variety of poetic forms; technical aspects of submitting work for contests and for publication; and technical aspects of entering and performing in a public reading. Students will analyze literary models, work toward an understanding of poetic forms, discuss writing strategies, participate in peer review, submit original work for publication, develop a personal portfolio, and take part in a public reading Creative Writing IV (One year, one credit.) GRADES ONLY; ELECTIVE CREDIT ONLY Prerequisite: Grade of B or higher in Creative Writing III; or teacher approval based on submission of a creative portfolio. This multi-genre workshop will help students to develop a compilation of poems, short stories, or personal essays of professional literary merit. The content will include, but not be limited to, the following: an in-depth examination of a variety of short literary collections which include peer, teacher, and professional examples; and developing and organizing polished material for their collection. Students will produce a compilation of their work, interact critically with other students engaged in creative writing, apply critical feedback from evaluators to the revision of personal pieces of writing, submit original work for publication, and take part in a public reading. 15

16 SCIENCE Integrated Science I (One year, one credit.) This course is designed for the student having a Level 1 or 2 FCAT reading score who will benefit from a science class that uses reading strategies in the science area. The curriculum will include the nature of science, the nature of matter, processes of life and how living things react to their environment. Laboratory investigations using the scientific method, measurement, and appropriate safety measures are an integral part of this course. The purpose of Integrated Science I is to enhance the student s reading ability and science knowledge in preparation for success on the Science FCAT Biology I (One year, one credit.) This course is designed for the student having a Level 3 or above FCAT reading score, who is enrolled in Algebra I or higher math class and who does not intend to follow the Science Honors tract. The course includes the FCAT benchmarks: the nature of science, processes of life and how living things react to their environment. Laboratory activities that support course content are an integral part of this course Biology I Honors (One year, one weighted credit.) Prerequisite: Teacher s recommendation, Algebra I or currently enrolled in Algebra I, Algebra I Honors or higher, Level 4 or 5 on FCAT reading.) This course is designed for the student having a Level 4 or 5 FCAT reading score who plans to follow the Science Honors track. Biology is the study and exploration of living things and the basic concepts of life. Course content includes laboratory and dynamic collaboration activities to investigate the environment and ecosystems, cellular biology, classification and taxonomy, basic genetics, structure and function of plants, structure and function of animals, and human anatomy. A Science Fair Project is a requirement of this class Advanced Placement (AP) Biology (One year, one weighted credit.) Prerequisite: 1 year in Biology, Chemistry I, or AP Chemistry. B average in science honors classes. The Advanced Placement Biology course is designed to be the equivalent of a college introductory biology course. The course prepares the student for the National Advanced Placement Examination. Qualifying students who pass the national Advanced Placement exam will receive college credit for biology. Such students are allowed to advance in their course work as a freshman in college. Students seeking a science major may use their Advanced Placement Biology Score to register for courses where biology is a prerequisite or qualifying non-science majors may use it to fulfill the basic requirement for a laboratory-science course and will therefore, be able to undertake other courses. The AP Biology curriculum provides students with the conceptual framework, factual knowledge, and analytical skills necessary to deal critically with the rapidly changing science of biology. The course covers topics in molecular and cellular biology, heredity and evolution of organisms, structures and functions in all kingdoms, and a study in ecology and populations. Students also complete 12 college level laboratories using technology and living specimens that apply to the topics covered in the course Chemistry I (One year, one credit.) 12th GRADE ONLY. Prerequisite: Minimum average of C Algebra I and Biology I. Minimum FCAT score of 3 in Math and 3 in Reading.. This college preparatory courses deal with the nature and structure of matter, chemical reactions, balancing equations, chemical calculations. Emphasis is placed on laboratory experiences and the development of laboratory skills. Additional focus will be placed on successful completion of the Science FCAT which includes concepts of, but not limited to, physical science, earth and space science as well as the biological sciences Chemistry I Honors (One year, one weighted credit.) Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation; B average or higher in Algebra I or Algebra I Honors and Biology Honors. This college preparatory course covers: measurement and calculations; matter and energy; elements, atoms, and ions, nomenclature; chemical reactions, composition, and quantities; modern atomic theory; chemical bonding; gases, liquids, and solids; and solutions. Emphasis is placed on laboratory experiences and the development of laboratory skills. Chemistry I Honors will prepare students for successful entry into the college-level AP Chemistry course. 16

17 SCIENCE Advanced Placement (AP) Chemistry (One year, one weighted credit.) Prerequisite: Chemistry I Honors. Teacher Recommendation and Algebra II with B average, overall weighted 3.5 GPA. The AP Chemistry course is recommended for high achieving college-bound students. The AP Chemistry course is taught on a freshman college level and entails a more detailed emphasis on the fundamental topics of general chemistry. Emphasis is placed on practical laboratory exercises, critical thinking, and independent study. Qualified students who pass the national AP exam will receive college credit for Chemistry with the possibility of gaining credit for more than one course depending on the exam score Anatomy/Physiology Honors (One year, one weighted credit.) Prerequisite: Biology I, Chemistry I, or approval of course instructor This course familiarizes students with the functions of their own bodies in relationship to the structure. Class and lab work will emphasize the body as an entire unit that functions together. The course includes six dissections, the viewing of autopsies, and numerous laboratory situations emphasizing the skeletal and muscular systems first semester and the senses through reproduction and embryology second semester. Anatomy and Physiology utilizes a hands-on approach. The student will be well prepared for college learning situations Marine Science (One year, one credit.) 12th GRADE ONLY. Marine Biology is the study of the sea s living organism. In order to understand life in the sea, this course also includes a preview of various physical aspects of the ocean including waves, currents, topography of the ocean floor, and tides. This course is organized around the general theme of production and consumption of foods, life cycles of typical organisms, and adaptations Physics I Honors (One year, one weighted credit.) Prerequisite: Geometry (or concurrently enrolled in Algebra II or higher and Chemistry I Honors). Physics I Honors is a college preparatory course incorporating mathematics and laboratory experiences for the in-depth study of motion, forces, energy and electricity. FCAT benchmarks for physics are covered and emphasis is placed on developing the science reasoning skills necessary for success on the ACT Advanced Placement (AP) Physics (One year, one weighted credit.) Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation and Physics I Honors. The purpose of this course is to provide a systematic introduction to the main principles of classical and modern physics and emphasize the development of problem-solving ability. The content should include, but not be limited to, the following: Use the scientific method to solve problems, employ metric measurements, and demonstrate safe and effective use of laboratory instruments; Analyze the principles of kinematics; Identify and apply Newton s laws of motion; Apply conservation laws in classical mechanics; Describe torque, rotational equilibrium, gravitation, planetary motion, and oscillations; Describe the kinetic theory and solve problems in thermodynamics; Analyze the principles of electrostatics quantitatively; Describe electric currents; Interpret concepts of magnetism; understanding of waves and optics; Analyze the concepts of modern physics; Analyze the interactions of physics, technology, and society Physical Science (One year, one credit.) 10th GRADE ONLY In this course, students are provided an in-depth study of the concepts of matter, energy, forces, and their applicaitons. Course content includes the following benchmarks necessary for success on the Science FCAT: The Nature of Science, Nature of Matter, Energy, and Force and Motion. Activities and investigations incorporate the use of measurement, problem solving, and experimental procedures. This course is designed for the student who does not intend to follow the Science Honors track Earth/Space Science (One year, one credit.) 11th GRADE ONLY. The purpose of this course is to develop and apply concepts basic to the Earth, its materials, processes, history, and environment in space. Course content includes: the nature of science, stars and our solar system, space exploration, geology of the Earth, weathering and erosion, meteorology, and energy resources. The FCAT benchmarks for Earth/ Space science are covered to prepare students for success on the Science portion of the FCAT test. This course is designed for the student who does not intend to follow the Science Honors track. 17

18 SCIENCE Environmental Science (One year, one credit.) 12th GRADE ONLY. The purpose of this course is to examine and analyze many environmental issues affecting the life of every citizen, especially environmental problems as they exist in our city and country. Topics included are: air, soil, water polution, corrective measures to energy problems, and probable solutions to today s environmental problems. This course is designed for students who do not intend to follow the Science Honors track, but who wish to take a fourth year of science Advanced Placement (AP) Environmental Science (One year, one weighted credit.) Prerequisite: Teacher s recommendation, Algebra I or currently enrolled in Algebra I, Algebra I Honors, Level 4 or better on FCAT reading. 9th GRADE ONLY AP Environmental Science is a college-level course which provides students the scientific principles, concepts, and methodologies required to understand the inter-relationships of the natural world, to identify and analyze environmental problems both natural and human-made, to evaluate the relative risks associated with these problems, and to examine alternative solutions for resolving and/or preventing them. Students will take an exam at the end of the course which may earn them college credit. CHECK NEXT PAGE FOR SCIENCE HONORS FLOW CHART FOREIGN LANGUAGE American Sign Language I (One year, one credit.) ELECTIVE The purpose of this course is to enable students to develop basic receptive and expressive signing skills using American Sign Language through a linguistic, communicative, and cultural approach to language acquisition Latin I (One year, one credit.) ELECTIVE Prerequisite: C average in English; Level 3 on FCAT reading. Latin I is a course that focuses on the fundamentals of the Latin language. Students learn basic pronunciation, grammatical structures and vocabulary. Emphasis will be placed on reading to comprehend the Latin language. However, the course also includes speaking, listening, and writing. Extensive material will be covered in the area of word derivation and understanding of both Latin and English grammar. Aspects of Latin culture, history, mythology and other cultural topics are studied through films, reading, and class discussions. This course is an excellent base for the study of many other languages Spanish I (One year, one credit.) ELECTIVE Prerequisite: B average or better in English; Level 3 on FCAT reading. As a beginning Spanish student, imagine greeting your friends and conversing in Spanish each day, using cultural information of the Hispanic nations to design a bulletin board for a travel agency, and identifying favorite items of clothing purchased along the Paseo del Rió in San Antonio, Texas, as you prepare for a fashion show in Spanish. You will connect with the Spanish language and culture through experiences with video presentations and soap opera features. Sharpen your writing, listening, and speaking skills with lab sessions which integrate Intrigas y aventuras software and test your proficiency with Triple Play Plus. Associate membership in Club Honorário Hispanico is available to all Spanish I students with a B average in Spanish and an overall 3.25 GPA. Qué chevere! Spanish II (One year, one credit.) ELECTIVE Prerequisite: C average or better in Spanish I. Imagine traveling to Oaxaca and seeking directions to the many sites in this beautiful Mexican city. Your tour includes the opportunity to regatear or barter at the markets using the fundamental guide to bartering. Through role play, presentations, video presentations, hands-on activities, you will continue your study of new vocabulary and concepts that advance your proficiency in reading, listening, writing, and speaking. Intrigas y aventuras and Triple Play Plus software provide additional computer aided instruction. 18

19 AP Chemistry (Prerequisite Chem 1 Honors & Geometry) AP Bio. Anat/Phy Physics 1 Honors Science Flow Chart Biology 1 Honors or AP Env. Science or Biology ( A average only) Chemistry 1 Honors / Pre-AP (must have completed Algebra 1) Physics 1 Honors (must have completed Geom. & concurrently enrolled in Chem. 1 Honors AP Biology (Prerequisite Chem 1 Honors) Physics 1 (be enrolled in Algebra 2) Physics 1 Anat/Phy AP Physics (Physics 1 prerequisite) Anatomy & Physiology AP Bio. Physics 1 19

20 FOREIGN LANGUAGE Spanish III (One year, one weighted credit.) ELECTIVE Prerequisite: B- average in Spanish II, Level 3 and above on the FCAT, and teacher approval. The purpose of this course is to provide the advancing student of Spanish instruction in listening, reading, writing, and speaking through thematic units featuring family relationships, dining, student exchange experiences, great cities in the Hispanic world, and the world of work and technology. Newspaper and magazine articles on current cultural information invite the student to apply the Spanish language with journal entries, debates, conversational groups, and presentations of special interest. Additional video, Internet related programs, and CD listening programs integrate grammar and composition essentials as well as advanced level vocabulary Spanish for Spanish-Speakers (One year, one weighted credit.) ELECTIVE ESPANOL PARA HISPANOHABLANTES Eres latino(a)? Puedes leer esta descripción? Entonces, debes tomar el Español para hispanohablantes. Esta clase te ayudará a mejorar leyendo y escribiendo en tu propia lengua. Te prepara la clase de A.P. Espanol IV, también. Esta clase es solamente para hispanohablantes (i.e., natives). Are you a latino(a)? Can you read this description? Then you should take Spanish for Spanish-speakers. This class will help you to improve reading and writing in your own language. It will also prepare you for the A.P. Spanish IV class. This class is only for Spanish0speakers (i.e., natives) Advanced Placement (AP) Spanish Language IV (One year, one weighted credit.) ELECTIVE Prerequisite: B average in Spanish III, Level 3 and above on the FCAT, and teacher approval. This course provides an expanded variety of media as instruction focuses on the Spanish language, its origin, history, and short selections from literary texts. Students have a thorough review of grammatical structures, essay writing techniques, and oral presentation skills. Students are encouraged to develop good speaking skills by preparing oral presentations on topics of current events, by answering questions, or by situational role-play. Listening skills develop through listening selections of five minutes or longer with comprehension questions. Composition skills are sharpened with frequent essays and peer evaluation with AP rubrics. Intensive preparation with equipment for the AP Exam previews the May test date for the students German I (One year, one credit.) ELECTIVE Prerequisite: B average or better in English; Level 3 on FCAT reading. As a beginning German student you will be introduced to German culture and learn to carry on basic conversations with others. Topics include greetings and basic personal information such as age and where you are from, things associated with school, your family, home, chores, telling time, the seasons and weather. You will learn all of these things through the fun and engaging method called TPRS. You will learn American Sign Language signs for many of the words, then retell and act out stories, write short essays, read mini-stories, magazines and short books and learn songs to help you remember the vocabulary. Computer lab activities featuring game formats in German will challenge you to imporve your proficiency. All beginning German students are invited to join the German Honor Club as an associate member. Enjoy our Oktoberfest, Christmas Party, a German Immersion Day and the Florida State competition in Daytona Beach. If you are interested, then komm mit! German II (One year, one credit.) ELECTIVE. Prerequisite: C average in German I. This course offers the continuing student additional proficiency in language structure as necessary for oral and written communication. Additional individual and cooperative learning activities featuring daily life themes and the unique cultural aspects of the country offer the student further understanding of the people and their language German III (One year, one weighted credit.) ELECTIVE. Prerequisite: C average in German II, and teacher approval. This course offers the advancing student additional language structure to include the Preterite, Imperfect, Future, Conditional tenses while improving written and oral proficiency. Authentic situations within cultural thematic units provide the focus of this course and literary excerpts introduce the intermediate student to German literature. 20

21 FOREIGN LANGUAGE Advanced Placement (AP) German Language IV (One year, one weighted credit.) ELECTIVE. Prerequisite: C average in German III, and teacher approval. This course invites the intermediate level student to focus his/her studies on oral, written, listening and reading proficiencies while immersed in further language development. A variety of listening selections and contemporary media will promote fluency and prepare the student for the AP Exam. This study prepares the college bound student with a strong foundation to continue learning through selected units which assure a future capability to live within the German culture French I (One year, one credit.) ELECTIVE Prerequisite: B average or better in English; Level 3 on FCAT reading. It s a beautiful day in the Francophone world! Picture yourself walking down the Champs Elysees in Paris or visiting the castles in the Loire Valley. You will learn to great your classmates, to tell time, and to ask for directions. You will be able to talk about the weather by presenting a weather report for one of the Francophone regions and you will explore your family genealogy by creating a family tree and a symbol of your nationality. Experience first hand holiday customs in Tahiti, Marinique, or French Guyana. Through role play, you ll participate in scenarios such as dining in a Parisien café or traveling to the French Rivera. Finally, by applying listening, reading, speaking and writing activities, you will acquire vocabulary and structure of the French language French II (One year, one credit.) ELECTIVE Prerequisite: C average or better in French I. As a French II student, imagine yourself taking the metro to shop and dine in St. Germain de Pres with friends in Paris and then taking the train to Chartres to an open air market to shop for delicious foods. You will increase your reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills by focusing on thematic units such as family relationships, food and dining, professions, travel, city and country life, health and sports, and clothing. You will continue to participate in role play activities such as a scenario at a clothing store or a cooking segment on a TV program which will help you understand the unique aspects of the French culture. All French II students who maintain a 3.2 average may participate in French Honor Club. Be among those who support the Vikings with their service projects, fundraisers, posters, and award-winning floats French III (One year, one weighted credit.) ELECTIVE Prerequisite: B average in French II, Level 3 and above on the FCAT, and teacher approval. The purpose of this course is to provide to the advancing French student instruction in listening, speaking, reading and writing through thematic units such as fashion, style, travel, shopping, family relationships, great French cities, jobs, and technology. Emphasis will be given tot he student s ability to use advanced vocabulary and grammar such as the imperfect, conditional, subjective, and future tenses. Throughout the year, students will participate in conversations, role-play activities and reflect on their experiences through journal writing Advanced Placement (AP) French Language IV (One year, one weighted credit.) ELECTIVE. Prerequisite: B average in French III, Level 3 and above on the FCAT, and teacher approval. This course provides intensive instruction in listening, speaking, writing and reading French in order to prepare students for the AP exam in May. The students will research and study different media selections in order to reflect and write commentaries. Students will also focus on reading short stories and poems to become familiar with the themes in French literature and to build their fluency and vocabulary. Students will advance their listening skills by responding to listening comprehension questions. Grammar skills are thoroughly reviewed and practiced by the writing of essays. Finally, students will polish their speaking skills by answering questions, practicing pronunciation, and preparing oral presentations on current events. 21

22 SOCIAL STUDIES World Geography (One year, one credit.) ELECTIVE IN SOCIAL STUDIES Students in World Geography will study both physical and cultural geography topics. The physical geography topics include latitude and longitude, plate tectonics, weather phenomenon, land forms, and natural resources. The cultural geography topics include languages, traditions, history, religions, and current issues as they relate to the various regions on planet Earth. World Geography students will be given the opportunity to imporve their reading and writing skills in preparation for future social studies classes. Maps, almanacs, the Internet, videos, and guest speakers will be utilized to enhance the text content H World Geography Honors (One year, one credit.) ELECTIVE IN SOCIAL STUDIES. Prerequisite: Level 3 on FCAT reading; minimum of a B average in 8 th grade Social Studies and teacher approval. Honors World Geography is designed for those students who are on a college preparatory path. This course will give students an opportunity to develop an understanding of the relationship that exists between physical and human geography. Specifically, students will learn of the connections between natural resources, economic, political, social, cultural, and historic aspects of human activity. Students will think critically, read analytically, and write objectively about geographic topics in preparation for future honors and advanced placement courses Advanced Placement (AP) Human Geography (One year, one weighted credit.) ELECTIVE IN SOCIAL STUDIES. 9th GRADE ONLY. Prerequisite: Teacher or counselor approval; an FCAT reading schore of Level 4 or 5, or a reading scoure in the 95 th precentile on a NRT. A minimum of a B average in 8 th grade Social Studies. Students in Advanced Placement Human Geography will be exposed to a challenging college-level curriculum. Students will use a college textbook and follow a curriculum developed by college professors. At the end of the school year, students will take an Advanced Placement Human Geography Exam produced and graded by the College Board. For students scoring a 3 or better (out of 5 ) on this exam, many colleges will award college credit. (The score on this exam will not affect a student s grade in the course.) Specifically, AP Human Geography is the study of people from a spatial and ecological prespective. Students will think critically, read analytically, and write objectively about human geography topics in preparation for future advanced placement courses World History (One year, one credit.) This course is a survey of historical development, stressing how past experiences affect present decisions of nations and individuals. First semester is a study of history and culture from prehistoric times to the time of the industrial revolution. Second semester is a study of history and culture from the industrial revolution to the present. Included in the content will be a study of Americanism vs. Communism World History Honors (One year, one weighted credit) 10TH GRADE. Prerequisite: Level 3 Teacher approval. Level 3 on FCAT reading, and a minimum of a B average in Geography. This course is a survey of world history divided into two semesters. First semester will study man s development from prehistoric times to the Renaissance. Second semester will advance from the Renaissance to the present. This course requires good reading and writing skills Advanced Placement (AP) World History (One year, one weighted credit.) Prerequisite: Teacher approval. AP Human Geography or teacher or counselor approval, an FCAT score of Level 4 or 5,or a score in the 95 th percentile on a norm referenced test. This course is an intense study of historical development and an examination of the relationship of change and continuity across the periods of world history. Students use knowledge pertaining to history, geography, economics, political processes, religion, ethics, diverse cultures, and humanities to solve problems and prepare for the future as participating members of a global community. This course will emphasize creative thought and requires excellent reading and writing skills. Students may earn college credit by qualifying on the AP exam given at the end of the course American History (One year, one credit.) 11th GRADE. This course surveys the historical development of America with special emphasis on America s economic and political changes from 1860 to the present. The student will study the recurring themes in our history equal opportunity for all under the law, belief in reform rather than revolution, concern for the welfare of others, tolerance of minority differences, and knowledge of our responsibility to the people of the world. 22

23 SOCIAL STUDIES American History Honors (One year, one weighted credit.) 11th GRADE. Prerequisite: Teacher approval. This course is a survey of the historical development of America with emphasis on America s economic and political development and its ever increasing role in world affairs. The student will study the recurring themes in our history including the revolution, concern for the welfare of others, tolerance of minority differences, and knowledge of our responsibility to the people of the world Advanced Placement (AP) American History (One year, one weighted credit.) Prerequisite: World History Honors or AP World History, English teacher approval, overall weighted 3.5 GPA, FCAT reading score of Level 4 or 5, or a score in the 95 th percentile on a norm referenced test. This course is a survey of the historical development of America with special emphasis on America s economic and political development. The first semester includes topics from the discovery of the new world through the Civil War and Reconstruction. The second semester traces the development of the nation from the Civil War to the present. Students may earn college credit by qualifying on the AP exam given at the end of the course Economics (One semester, one-half credit.) 12th GRADE ONLY. Economics emphasizes a study of the American free enterprise system, both in principle and in practice, with some comparisons to other economic systems. Making students more aware of their role as participants in the system and especially as consumers, will be the major objective of the course. Practical applications and student involvement in current problem solving will be stressed in order to enrich the students appreciation of the economic forces that affect daily life and help to develop skills in the area of economic decision making Economics Honors (One semester, one-half weighted credit) 12th GRADE ONLY. Prerequisite: Algebra II enrollment, American History teacher approval, completion of Honors or AP American History. This course offers a study and analysis of current issues and introduces economic concepts which allow the student to understand international, national, regional, and/or local issues. The goal of the course is to attain a level of understanding sufficient for a citizen to analyze and evaluate economic issues Advanced Placement (AP) Macroeconomics (One semester, one-half weighted credit.) Prerequisite: American History Honors or AP American History; teacher approval; completion of Algebra II; 3.5 weighted GPA, Level 4 or 5 FCAT reading, or a score in the 95 th percentile on a norm referenced test. 12th GRADE ONLY. The purpose of an AP course in macroeconomics is to give students a thorough knowledge and understanding of the economic principles that apply to an economic system as a whole. This rigorous, college level course places particular emphasis on the study of national income and price determination, and also develops students familiarity with economic performance measures, economic growth, and international economics. Emphasis is on graphical, statistical, and written analysis of concepts and theories. Students may earn college credit by qualifying on the AP exam given at the end of the course American Government (One semester, one-half credit.) 12th GRADE ONLY. This course deals with the Constitution of the United States and the structure and functions of national, state, and local government. Emphasis is placed on the United States Constitution Advanced Placement (AP) American Government (One semester, one-half weighted credit.) Prerequisite: American History Honors or AP American History, teacher approval, overall weighted 3.5 GPA, FCAT reading score of Level 4 or 5, or a score in the 95 th percentile on a norm referenced test. 12th GRADE ONLY. The AP course in U. S. Government and Politics will give students an analytical perspective on government and politics in the United States. This course involves both the study of general concepts used to interpret U.S. Policies and the analysis of specific case studies. It also requires familiarity with the various institutions, groups, beliefs, and ideas that constitute U.S. political reality. Students may earn college credit by qualifying on the AP exam given at the end of the course. 23

24 SOCIAL STUDIES Advanced Placement (AP) European History (One year, one weighted credit.) ELECTIVE CREDIT ONLY Prerequisite: Honors or AP World History; 3.5 overall weighted GPA. This course is a study of European history since It introduces students to cultural, economic, political, and social developments that played a fundamental role in shaping the world in which they live. In addition to providing a basic narrative of events and movements, the goals of AP European History are to develop an understanding of some of the principal themes in modern European history, an ability to analyze historical evidence and historical interpretation, and an ability to express historical understanding in writing Psychology (One semester, one-half credit.) ELECTIVE CREDIT-GRADES 11 & 12 ONLY Prerequisite: Teacher approval. Psychology is a one-semester course designed to introduce the fundamental principles of human behavior. Inquiry, discussion, and the scientific methods of psychology are emphasized. Misunderstood problems of psychology are clarified, and such concepts as learning, personality, intelligence, and mental health are considered. A relationship between these concepts and everyday life is developed so that the student may better understand his own behavior and the effects of past experiences on that behavior Advanced Placement (AP) Psychology (One year, one weighted credit.) ELECTIVE CREDIT ONLY Prerequisite: English or Social Studies teacher approval, overall weighted 3.5 GPA, FCAT reading score of Level 4 or 5, or a score in the 95 th percentile on a norm referenced test. The purpose of the AP course in Psychology is to introduce students to the systematic and scientific study of the behavior and mental processes of human beings and other animals. Students are exposed to the psychological facts, principles and phenomena associated with each of the major subfields within psychology. Students also learn about the methods psychologists use in their science and practice. Students may earn college credit by qualifying on the AP exam given at the end of the course Sociology (One semester, one-half credit.) ELECTIVE CREDIT ONLY Prerequisite: Teacher approval. Sociology is a one-semester course which is designed to present certain fundamental concepts of human behavior. Through inquiry and class discussion, the methods of sociological study and scientific behavior receive major attention. The relationship between sociology and other behavioral sciences is emphasized. Social structure, mobility, socialization and conformity are examined, and institutions such as family and school are studied. Issues that are particularly important to adolescents such as dating, athletics, and early marriage are discussed, and the major sociological questions of alienation, race, prejudice, and propaganda are explored in depth Law Studies (One semester, one-half credit.) ELECTIVE CREDIT ONLY This course will focus on the American legal system. It will help students to examine those laws that impact citizen s lives as well as provide an introduction to fundamental civil and criminal justice procedures Contemporary History (One semester, one-half credit.) ELECTIVE CREDIT ONLY This course will focus on events and trends in the 20 th century. It will help students to understand the events that occur within their lifetimes and to appreciate the contemporary world in the context of history Investment Strategies (American Economic Experience) (One semester, one-half credit.) ELECTIVE CREDIT ONLY. 11th & 12th GRADE ONLY. An exciting course introducing students to personal investment strategies within the broader context of investment markets and personal finances. We will use the tools of economic analysis to understand the markets for finanical assets. Focus will be on why people buy stocks and why people sell them. As a major project, the students will track stocks and enter a Florida High School stock market competition on the internet. 24

25 Algebra IA (One year, one credit.) MATHEMATICS The purpose of this course is to develop the algebraic and geometric concepts and processes that can be used to solve a variety of real-world and mathematical problems. Algebra and geometry are integrated throughout the course. Students that complete this course with a C or better will take Algebra IB next school year. This course, with Algebra IB, is equivalent to Algebra I. MTH0001 Algebra IA/Algebra IB Block (One year, two credits.) Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation. This class will be given during a two-period block that will allow students to complete both Algebra IA and Algebra IB during one school year. Students will take Algebra IA for two periods first semester, and then take Algebra IB for two periods second semester. The two courses combined are equivalent to Algebra I Algebra I (One year, one credit.) Prerequisite: C or better in Pre-Algebra and teacher approval; Level 3 on FCAT math. This course will be a formal study of symbolic mathematics as a solid foundation for all other academic mathematics. Topics will include the language of algebra, solving equations with one and two variables, polynomials, and factoring functions and graphs Algebra I Honors (One year, one weighted credit.) Prerequisite: Pre Algebra with an A and teacher apporval; Level 3 or better on FCAT math. (Students who took Algebra I in 8 th grade and did not receive credit or made below an A may re-take this course.) This course gives a rigorous in depth study of algebra and algebraic concepts and processes that can be used to solve a variety of real world mathematical problems Informal Geometry (One year, one credit.) Prerequisite: Algebra I or Algebra IB and teacher approval. The purpose of this course is to develop the geometric knowledge that can be used to solve a variety of real-world and mathematical problems. The content of this course is less rigorous than geometry and does not include deductive proofs. (This course does not satisfy the math requirement for Bright Futures Scholarships and NCAA eligibility, but does count as a graduation requirement.) Geometry (One year, one credit.) GRADES ONLY. Prerequisite: C or better in Algebra I, Algebra IB or Liberal Arts Math and teacher approval. Geometry will include the language of geometry, parallel and perpendicular lines, congruent triangles, applications of congruent triangles, quadrilaterals, similarity, right triangles and trigonometry, circles, and polygons and area, surface area and volume, coordinate geometry, and transformations. The computer lab and graphing calculators will be used as an educational tool to reinforce topics covered in class. Technology is stressed and integrated in lessons and exercises throughout the course in order to improve understanding and performance on tests. Some hands-on activities using manipulatives will be used Geometry Honors (One year, one weighted credit.) Prerequisite: B or better in Algebra I and teacher approval. This course gives a rigorous in-depth study of geometry with emphasis on methods of proof and the formal language of mathematics Liberal Arts Math (One year, one credit.) Prerequisite: C or better in Geometry or Informal Geometry and teacher approval. The purpose of this course is to strengthen the mathematical skills required for college entrance or for further study of advanced mathematics. Topics shall include, but not be limited to, operations of real numbers; ratio and proportion; percents, the algebra of sets; integers; polynomials; factoring; algebraic expressions; equations and inequalities; graphs; systems of linear equations and inequalities; quadratic equations, and the geometry of angles, lines, polygons, similarity, and congruence. 25

26 Math Flow Chart * *Does not qualify for Bright Futures Students who make a D in a math course are encouraged to retake the course for forgiveness. 26

27 Math Flow Chart Students who make a D in a math course are encouraged to retake the course for forgiveness. 27

28 MATHEMATICS Math Analysis (One year, one weighted credit.) Prerequisite: Must have a C or better average in Algebra II and have permission of the math instructor. Math Analysis bridges the gap between algebra and calculus. Topics include graphing linear, quadratic, exponential, logarithmic, and trigonometric functions, matrices and limits. Data analysis and modeling are incorporated into reallife applications Algebra II (One year, one credit.) Prerequisite: C or better in Geometry and teacher approval. Algebra II is a follow up course of Algebra I. Students must demonstrate mastery of Algebra I skills in order to enroll in Algebra II. It is designed to illustrate how students will use algebra in the real world. Studies will include topics in mathematics covering geometry, conic sections and their applications, geometric sequences and series, data analysis, probability, permutations, and combinations. The computer lab and graphing calculators will be used as an educational tool to reinforce topics covered in class. Technology is stressed and integrated in lessons and exercises throughout the course in order to improve understanding and performance on tests. Emphasis will be placed on applications and connections to real life models. This course will prepare students for higher-level math courses in high school and college Algebra II Honors (One year, one weighted credit.) Prerequisite: B or better in Algebra I and teacher approval. (Course must be taken with Geometry Honors or student must have completed Geometry.) Algebra II Honors gives an in-depth study of the topics of Algebra II with emphasis on theory, proof, and development of formulas, as well as their application Pre Calculus (One year, one weighted credit.) Prerequisite: Minimum of B in Algebra II and teacher approval. The purpose of this course is to emphasize the study and functions of other skills necessary for the study of calculus. Students will develop a firm grasp of the underlying mathematical concepts while using algebra as a tool for solving real life problems. Students will use a graphing calculator on a daily basis. This course is designed to prepare you for Calculus or AP Calculus Advanced Placement (AP) Calculus (One year, one weighted credit.) Prerequisite: Teacher approval. The advanced placement course in calculus consists of a full academic year of work in calculus and related topics comparable to a college calculus course. The course will be designed to prepare the student to take the Calculus examination of the College Board. All of the prerequisites for a combined year s course in elementary functions and calculus must be completed before entering the course. Most of the year s course will be devoted to topics in differential and integral calculus. Students taking the AP exam will have the potential to earn college credit for Calculus I Advanced Placement (AP) Statistics (One year, one weighted credit.) Prerequisite: B or better in Algebra II overall weighted 3.5 GPA or concurrently enrolled in Algebra II Honors or Pre-AP Algebra II and teacher approval. This college level course is designed to explore the concept of probability and elementary statistics. Topics included are random experiments, permutations, combinations, binomial distribution, descriptive statistics, measures of central tendency and variability, normal student s t, Chi-Square and F distributions, ANOVA, linear regression and non-parametric statistics, and statistical applications A Advanced Topics in Mathematics (One year, one credit.) Prerequisite: C or better in Algebra II and teacher approval. The purpose of the course is to review and expand their knowledge of algebra. Students will learn about different types of functions and how to analyze their equations and graphs. Students will study matrices and their applications, and students will learn how to solve systems of equations. Students will use the algebra they learn to solve real world problems. Students will expand their knowledge of trigonometry by finding the missing parts of any triangle, solving problems involving other polygons, and how angles, circles, and wave functions are related through trigonometry. The computer lab and graphing calculators will be used as an educational tool to reinforce topics covered in class. Technology is stressed and integrated in lessons and exercises throughout the course in order to improve understanding and performance on tests. Some hands-on activities using manipulatives will be used. 28

29 OTHER GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS THESE ARE REQUIRED COURSES FOR THE 24 CREDIT OPTION Life Management Skills (One semester, one-half credit.) This course helps students develop skills needed for daily living in the 21 st century. Course topics include: nutrition, consumer education, CPR, decision-making skills, coping with stress and crises, cancer awareness and prevention, personal and family development, AIDS/STD s, and sexual abstinence. (This course is required for students pursuing the 24 credit option for graduation.) Personal Fitness (One semester, one-half credit) The purpose of this course is to provide students with opportunities to develop an individual optimal level of physical fitness, acquire knowledge of physical fitness concepts, and acquire knowledge of the significance of lifestyle of one s health and fitness. The circumstances specified in DPS Memorandum under which a district school board may authorize an interscholastic sport to satisfy the personal fitness graduation requirement are modified to include the following conditions. The interscholastic sport must: (1) Involve physical exercise and have a set form and body of rules (a game), (2) Include competition between or among schools, (3) Be conducted at the freshman, junior-varsity, or varsity level, (4) Be conducted for 2 full seasons, (5) Be under the supervision of a head coach who is a certified teacher or certified athletic coach, and is employed by the local school board, and (6) Be approved by the local school board. (7) The student must pass a proficiency test in personal fitness. (Students may take this course during their freshman, sophomore, junior, or senior year.) Electives: ART (Fine & Performing Arts credit) Art/2-Dimensional Comprehensive II (Art I One year, one Fine Arts credit.) Art/2-D Comprehensive II is the beginning art class for high school students. This class is required before moving to any of the other art classes. Students will learn about the basic elements of art and how to create art using a variety of materials. They will also look at artworks from the past and learn about the artists who created them. A list of necessary supplies will be distributed when school begins Art/2-Dimensional Comprehensive III (Art II One year, one Fine Arts credit.) Prerequisite: Art/2-D Comprehensive II. This is an advanced level course that will offer an in-depth experience into the visual arts based on concepts, vocabulary, and skills from Art Comprehensive II. Course expectations: in-class projects, notebook, critiques, tests, and sketch book required. Some materials provided by student Ceramics and Pottery I (One year, one Fine Arts credit.) Students in Ceramics and Pottery do not need to have any prior art experience. Ceramics/3D art allows you to use your hands to create something that really... stands out! You will learn all you need to know to create sculpture and functional (pottery you can use) works of art that you will be so proud of. This class is awesome because you get so much freedom to express your emotions. Even if you ve never touched clay before, you ll discover this class is for you because it is so much fun. I learned hands-on the rules and guidelines to creating my own art through clay. I also learned techniques and strokes to put together things I would not have imagined I could. You will develop skills that will prepare you to take Advanced Placement art. A list of necessary supplies will be distributed when school begins Ceramics and Pottery II (One year, one Fine Arts credit.) Prerequisite: Ceramics and Pottery I and teacher approval. Ceramics/3D art allows you to use your hands to create something that really... stands out! You will learn advanced techniques for creating sculpture and functional (pottery you can use) works of art that you will be so proud of. You will develop skills that will prepare you to take Advanced Placement art. A list of necessary supplies will be distributed when school begins Drawing and Painting I (Art III--One year, one Fine Arts credit.) Prerequisite: Teacher approval. This is an advanced level course in which the student will work on skills in the production of two-dimensional works of art with emphasis on creativity. Concentration will be on materials. Art appreciation will stress describing, analyzing, interpreting, and judging works of art. Course expectations: in-class projects, out-of-class projects, oral reports, critiques and sketchbook. Some materials provided by student. 29

30 Graphic Arts, Introduction to (One year, one credit.) Do you need to satisfy that Fine Arts credit? Are you looking for an outlet for all of your creativity? Do you know the basics to using a computer? Then this course might just be what you ve been searching for. This course will introduce students to the elements of two-dimensional design. Students will learn the foundation for graphic design and will become familiar with concepts such as composition, color, line, value, texture, and shape. Students will also learn the fundamentals of creating two-dimensional design on a PC platform, utilizing Microsoft Office programs and Adobe Photoshop 7.0. This will be a hands-on class where students will learn how to design and layout newspapers, business cards, letterhead, signs, posters, power point presentations, and a variety of other media used by professionals in the graphic design industry Jewelry I (One year, one credit.) Electives: ART (Fine & Performing Arts credit) For girls and boys of all ages. The effort itself gives a symbolic value because you know you made it yourself. Handmade jewelry has been a historic pastime that will intrigue both men and women craftsmen for years to come. Your handmade creations will be based on your personality through themes and symbols. When you are a receiver of a piece of jewelry made by a friend or loved one, it is one of a kind and can t be replaced. The style you use is unique and doesn t have to be glamorous because you express your mood, feelings, and cultural choices. Students are not limited to classroom materials. A list of necessary supplies will be distributed when school begins Advanced Placement (AP) Art History (One year, one weighted Fine Arts credit.) Prerequisite: 3.5 GPA and teacher approval. The purpose of this course is to introduce students to the appreciation of works of art, the intelligent examination of works of art, and to the major forms of artistic expression in Western art from 1400 to the present. Notebook required. Students may earn college credit by qualifying on the AP exam given at the end of the course Advanced Placement (AP) Studio Art/2-D (One year, one weighted Fine Arts credit.) Prerequisite: Teacher approval; Drawing and Painting or Sculpting experience. Choose: Drawing Portfolio, Painting/2D Design Portfolio, or 3D Design Portfolio. This is an advanced level studio art course comparable to a college art class. Emphasis is in creating a strong visual art portfolio to be presented to a college board at the end of the year. This course will utilize guidelines created by the College Board to help students earn AP credit. The course is fast paced and is designed to explore self expression through a variety of media. Assignments will be given and opportunities for student proposed projects will be encouraged. Course Expectations: in-class projects, out-of-class projects, sketchbook, class critiques Advanced Placement (AP) Studio Art/3-D (One year, one weighted Fine Arts credit.) Prerequisite: Teacher approval This is an advanced level studio art course comparable to a college art class. Students are required to submit one finished work each week. This course requires motivation and independence on the part of the student. This course will utilize guidelines created by the College Board to help the student earn A.P. credit. The course is fast paced and is designed to explore self expression through a variety of media. Assignments will be given and opportunities for student proposed projects will be encouraged. Course expectations: in-class project, sketchbook, class critiques. 30

31 Electives: BUSINESS Computer Typing (BST) (One year, one Vocational credit.) This course is the first in a series of courses that may qualify students for a Gold Seal scholarship. Whether college-bound or headed to the workforce, learn computer skills necessary for success. Class includes basic keyboarding instruction, introduction to Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Internet activities Accounting Applications I (One year, one Vocational credit.) Learn the skills necessary for life to maintain your records personally or for business use. The course emphasizes double entry bookkeeping in the preparation of documents used to record income, expenses, assets, liabilities, and equity. Prepare and interpret financial statements and payroll preparation and master the true meaning of computerized accounting Business Software Applications I (formerly BST 2 ; One year, one Vocational credit.) Prerequisite: BST (Computer Typing) with a C or better. This course is designed to improve entry-level skills for college-bound students, for computer-related occupations, as well as for personal use. Using Microsoft Office, students will become proficient in Word for word processing, Excel for spreadsheets, Access for database, and PowerPoint for presentations. Additionally, students will learn to integrate the various programs for the creation of dynamic documents. Students performing above average in this course will have the opportunity to earn MOS (Microsoft Office Specialist) core certification in these programs. This certification may lead to college credit and is highly regarded on resumes. This is a Gold Seal Scholarship Program course Business & Entrepreneurship Principles (One year, one Vocational credit.) Learn how to start, finance, and manage a business. Learn about decision-making, communication, and the free enterprise system. Computer software used for simulations, research, and report preparation. This is a Gold Seal Scholarship Program course Computer-Web Based Design (One year, one Vocational credit.) Prerequisite: BST (Computer Typing) with a C or better. Learn how to create dynamic web pages using both FrontPage and Dreamweaver. The course content includes the following: the recognition and use of simple HTML tags; adding images, tables, and themes to web pages; site structure and navigation; web page interactivity; adding special effects, such as marquees and hover buttons; integrating Office applications; and site management and administration. No previous web design experience is necessary. This is a Gold Seal Scholarship Program course Digital Desktop Publishing (One semester, one-half Vocational credit.) Prerequisite: BST (Computer Typing) with a C or better. Create impressive flyers, brochures, business cards, posters, banners, calendars, invitations, and newsletters using Microsoft Publisher software. Learn to arrange and format graphics to produce professional-level documents Keyboarding & Computer Skills (One semester, one-half Vocational credit.) 10th AND 11th GRADE ONLY This course is a MUST for all college or career-bound juniors and seniors. Learn/review touch typing, learn/review Microsoft Office suite, and sharpen Internet skills. Though these skills are expected at the collegiate/entry job level, they are not taught there Legal Aspects of Business (Business Law) (One year, one Practical Arts credit.) Come to understand business-related legal issues, laws, and regulations through a text and case studies program that shows how business and personal law impacts not only business, but the lives of teens and adults as well. This is a Gold Seal Scholarship Program course Microsoft Word/MOS Certification (One year, one Practical Arts credit.) Prerequisite: BST (Computer Typing) with a C or better. Become a Microsoft Word expert and earn MOS certification (which may entitle you to college credit) in the process. From core to expert competencies, learn WORD formatting features that make document creation simple and suitable for schoolwork, professional purposes, and personal use. This is a Gold Seal Scholarship Program course. 31

32 Electives: DANCE (Fine Arts credit) Ballet (One semester, one-half Fine Arts credit.) This course is specifically designed to develop technical strength and proficiency in barre work, technique steps across the floor, & ballet combinations. A variety of turns, leaps and jumps, as well as emphasis on correct body placement, strength, and flexibility will be taught. Ballet provides a solid foundation in dance for any level dancer wishing to excel in any style of dance. At the end of the semester students perform in a dance recital complete with lights, props, music, and costumes! Proper ballet attire required. (Ex. black leotard, pink tights, black ballet skirt, pink slippers) Ballroom Dance (One semester, one-half Fine Arts credit.) Recent dance reality television shows have rekindled interest in traditional ballroom dancing. This class is for students wanting to learn basic techniques such as correct footwork, leading/following, timing, and knowing the basic characteristics for each of the different styles of ballroom dance. Course content will include but is not limited to Swing, Tango, Rumba, Samba, Cha-Cha, Waltz, & Quickstep. At the end of the semester students perform in a dance recital complete with lights, props, music, and costumes! Both male and female students are encouraged to enroll. Proper dance attire required. (Ladies Ex. black leotard, nude tights, black practice skirt, nude character shoes & Gentlemen Ex. white T-shirt, black dance pants, black character shoes) Choreography & Composition (One semester, one-half Fine Arts credit.) This exciting dance class is for inspiring dancers who want to add creativity and artistic twists to previously learned technique. Students will design choreography pieces through fun choreography assignments that help express individual style and taste. Completed choreography projects will be set with lights, sound and costumes and performed at the end of semester dance recital. Proper dance attire required. (Ex. black leotard, black dance pants, black jazz shoes) Dance Fever I (First semester, one-half Fine Arts credit.) Want to have fun while learning to dance? If yes, this is the class for you! Learn ballet, modern, jazz, and hip-hop. At the end of the semester students perform in a dance recital complete with lights, props, music, and costumes! This class will assist you in learning terminology and skills needed to tryout for the many performance dance groups and teams at FWBHS. Proper dance attire required. (Ex. - black leotard, black dance pants, black jazz shoes) Dance Fever II (Second semester, one-half Fine Arts credit.) Want to have fun while learning to dance? If yes, this is the class for you! Learn ballet, modern, jazz, and hip-hop. At the end of the semester students perform in a dance recital complete with lights, props, music, and costumes! This class will assist you in learning terminology and skills needed to tryout for the many performance dance groups and teams at FWBHS. Proper dance attire required. (Ex. - black leotard, black dance pants, black jazz shoes) Multicultural & Ethnic Dance (One semester, one-half Fine Arts credit.) The purpose of this course is to explore and develop techniques in dance techniques from a variety of cultures from all over the world. Course content will include, but not to limited to African, Irish Dance, Hula, Native American, European, etc. History and origins of these styles will be researched. At the end of the semester students perform in a dance recital complete with lights, props, music, and costumes! Proper dance attire required. (Ex. black leotard, black dance pants, black dance sneaker shoes) Musical Theater Dance (One semester, one-half Fine Arts credit.) So you can sing and act, but can you dance too? If you are an aspiring male or female musical theater student who wants to train to become a triple threat then this is the class for you! If you plan to audition for plays, musicals, or just want to advance your theater experience you are encouraged to enroll. At the end of the semester students perform in a dance recital complete with lights, props, music, and costumes! Proper dance attire required. (Ladies Ex. leotard, dance pants, character shoes & Gentlemen Ex. white T-shirt, dance pants, character shoes). 32

33 Electives: DANCE (Fine Arts credit) Rhythmics - Step Team (One year, one Fine Arts credit.) Prerequisite: Tryout Clinic and Audition required. (Auditions and placement will be held during the Spring semester.) The purpose of this course is to practice advanced techniques of rhythmics, counting, and step dancing. Students selected for the team will have performance opportunities at FWBHS Viking Rallies, Basket Ball Games, and other Viking events. At the end of semester Step Team will perform in a dance recital complete with lights, props, music, and costumes! Proper dance attire required. (Ex. black leotard, black dance pants, black dance sneaker shoes) Tap Dance (One semester, one-half Fine Arts credit.) Learn steps like flap, Susie-Q, trench, Shuffle-off-to-Buffalo, and many more! This class will teach students basic tap terminology and traditional tap dance techniques, as well as the history and origins of the tap technique. At the end of the semester students perform in a dance recital complete with lights, props, music, and costumes! Proper dance attire required. (Ex. leotard, dance pants, tap shoes) Acting I (One year, one Fine Arts credit.) Electives: FINE ARTS Prerequisite: English Teacher approval. The speech and debate class provides time for students to prepare themselves for competition. Throughout the season, we travel the country, build the bonds of a team, and make friends with people who come from different walks of life than our own. Meanwhile, we learn about current events, philosophy, critical thinking skills, argumentation techniques, persuasive speaking skills, how to analyze literature, and so forth. Participation in tournaments is a requirement of this course Acting II (Improvisation 2nd Year) (One year, one Fine Arts credit.) Prerequisite: Improvisation I. Students who have successfully completed Improvisation I will continue work in performance technique, physical acting, and oral communication skills Acting III (Improvisation 3rd Year) (One year, one Fine Arts credit.) Prerequisite: Acting II. Students who have successfully completed Acting II will continue work in performance technique, physical acting and oral communication skills, and will become team and class leaders by teaching fellow classmates Acting IV (Improvisation 4th Year) (One year, one Fine Arts credit.) Prerequisite: Acting III. Students who have successfully completed Acting III will continue to work on their personal performance skills, develop original comic sketches, teach and coach fellow classmates, and prepare and run the Viking Comedy Club. Participation in The Masters of Mayhem improv troupe is also required at this level Theater I (formerly Drama I --One year, one Fine Arts credit.) The toughest class you ll ever love! First semester starts with a comprehensive study of theatre history and major works which include performing at the Medieval Festival. Second semester covers all aspects of performance including pantomime, combat, and vocal performance as well as method acting. Participation in district and state Thespian Festivals is encouraged, but not required. This class is an excellent choice for all students, providing curricular links to art, history, and literature Theater II (formerly Drama II --One year, one Fine Arts credit.) Prerequisite: Comprehensive Theater I or Introduction to Drama. Students will study 19th and 20th century theater through playwrights and their works. Intermediate acting and improvisation techniques such as Stanislavski and Spolin are covered, as are practical application of these skills in scene and monologue study and performance. (Students are also required to participate in a one-act play and Thespian festival.) 33

34 Electives: FINE ARTS Theater III (formerly Drama III --One year, one Fine Arts credit.) Prerequisite: Comprehensive Theater II or teacher approval. This course covers directing and advanced acting techniques as well as major works and playwrights of the contemporary American theater. Practical application of skills through scene study, monologue study, and play production. (Participation in competition team is required.) Theater IV (formerly Drama IV --One year, one Fine Arts credit.) Prerequisite: Comprehensive Theater II & Comprehensive Theater III or teacher approval. Covers advanced acting and directing techniques, play writing and independent study. Practical application of skills through scene study and direction, monologue study, and play production. (Participation in competition team is required.) Debate I (One year, one Fine Arts credit.) Prerequisite: English teacher approval. This course features fun assignments designed to promote logical thinking, organization, and speaking skills. If you are opinionated and enjoy expressing your opinion, this class is for you! If you would like to learn to express your opinion, this class is for you, too. You ll learn to speak persuasively and back up your opinion with logic and facts. You will participate in group discussions on current events, plan and conduct debates, and so on. You may even be invited to travel with the Speech and Debate team Debate II (Debate Team--One year, one Fine Arts credit.) Prerequisite: English teacher approval. The speech and debate class provides time for students to prepare themselves for competition. Throughout the season, we travel the country, build the bonds of a team, and make friends with people who come from different walks of life than our own. Meanwhile, we learn about current events, philosophy, critical thinking skills, argumentation techniques, persuasive speaking skills, how to analyze literature, and so forth. Participation in a minimum of two tournaments is a requirement of this course and some out-of-pocket expense for travel, lodging, and food on trips is necessary Debate III (Debate Team--One year, one Fine Arts credit.) Prerequisite: English Teacher approval. This is a Forensic Team competition class designed to provide the debate team with class time to prepare for tournaments. The FWBHS Forensic Team is a nationally recognized group of highly competitive people, participating in several of the top ranked tournaments in the nation, including Wake Forest University, Chicago Glenbrooks, Florida State University, New Orleans Isidore Newman, Harvard, Columbia in NYC, and Emory. This class is a great opportunity to learn, develop communication skills, travel and meet people from all over the nation. Participation in tournaments is a requirement of this course Debate IV (Debate Team--One year, one Fine Arts credit.) Prerequisite: English Teacher approval. This is a Forensic Team competition class designed to provide the debate team with class time to prepare for tournaments. The FWBHS Forensic Team is a nationally recognized group of highly competitive people, participating in several of the top ranked tournaments in the nation, including Wake Forest University, Chicago Glenbrooks, Florida State University, New Orleans Isidore Newman, Harvard, Columbia in NYC, and Emory. This class is a great opportunity to learn, develop communication skills, travel and meet people from all over the nation. Participation in tournaments is a requirement of this course Debate V Honors (Debate Team--One year, one weighted Fine Arts credit.) Prerequisite: English Teacher approval. This is a Forensic Team competition class designed to provide the debate team with class time to prepare for tournaments. The FWBHS Forensic Team is a nationally recognized group of highly competitive people, participating in several of the top ranked tournaments in the nation, including Wake Forest University, Chicago Glenbrooks, Florida State University, New Orleans Isidore Newman, Harvard, Columbia in NYC, and Emory. This class is a great opportunity to learn, develop communication skills, travel and meet people from all over the nation. Participation in tournaments is a requirement of this course. 34

35 Electives: FINE ARTS Drama, Introduction to (One semester, one-half Fine Arts credit.) This course is designed to familiarize students with major historical developments in the theatre and basic performance techniques Improvisation I (One year, one Fine Arts credit.) Do you enjoy the show Whose Line Is It, Anyway? Do you enjoy making people laugh? Do you want to build the skills necessary to be able to stand in front of an audience and capture their complete attention? If you answered yes to any of these questions, this is the class for you. Take it for a semester, take it for four years! You ll have so much fun, you won t realize all of the great skills you re learning. The final exam is a performance at the Viking Comedy Club the most unusual final exam in the state of Florida! Speech I (One year, one Fine Arts credit.) Speech includes instruction in speech preparation, delivery, and listening skills. This is a class designed to make getting up in front of a class easier for you. There is group work, class discussions on current events, mock courtroom trials, simple debate, and fun drama type projects, as well as speeches. Take this class and gain confidence in yourself in front of a group of people Speech II (Forensics Team--One year, one Fine Arts credit.) Prerequisite: English teacher approval. The speech and debate class provides time for students to prepare themselves for competition. Throughout the season, we travel the country, build the bonds of a team, and make friends with people who come from different walks of life than our own. Meanwhile, we learn about current events, philosophy, critical thinking skills, argumentation techniques, persuasive speaking skills, how to analyze literature, and so forth. Participation in a minimum of two tournaments is a requirement of this course and some out-of-pocket expense for travel, lodging, and food on trips is necessary Stagecraft I (One year, one Fine Arts credit.) When we say that this is a hands-on course, we mean it. You ll learn the basic skills of theatre management, set design and construction, lighting & sound, and costuming by working on school main stage productions Stagecraft II (One year, one Fine Arts credit.) Prerequisite: Stagecraft I or teacher approval. Advanced techniques in technical theater and crew management. Students will design and supervise construction and rigging of lights, sets, costumes, make-up and props for school plays and productions Stagecraft III (One year, one Fine Arts credit.) Students will continue to build and design scenery, costumes and lights, and will act as crew heads for production projects Stagecraft IV (One year, one Fine Arts credit.) Students will continue to build and design scenery, costumes and lights, and will act as crew heads for projects and run all technical aspects of major productions Theater I (One year, one Fine Arts credit.) If you love acting and theatre, this is the course for you. You ll explore theatre history from the ancient Greeks to the turn of the century, participate in the Medieval Feast and District One Thespian Festival, and learn performance skills for both on-stage and behind the scenes Television Production I (One year, one Fine Arts credit.) This introductory course offers instruction in the basics of TV production. Learn how to use both camcorders and digital video cameras, along with editing techniques using computer software. Students will write scripts and then create presentations such as interviews, commercials, public service announcements, and documentaries. Content is presented in a classroom setting and them applied in studio. 35

36 Electives: FINE ARTS Television Production II (One year, one Fine Arts credit.) Prerequisite: Audition and Media Specialist approval prior to registration. This course offers instruction in the development of technical skill in television production. Emphasis is placed on producing, directing, and editing of the weekly news show and TV productions (linear and digital); technical instruction in audio and graphic design; and participation as anchors, actors/actresses, videographers, reporters, script writers, and set designers for various video projects. Students script and produce instructional videos for student registration, graduation, and the student code of conduct as well as club videos and some sporting events. Critical analysis of television productions is also included Television Production III (One year, one Fine Arts credit.) Prerequisite: Audition and Media Specialist approval prior to registration. This course offers instruction in the development of technical skill in television production. Emphasis is placed on producing, directing, and editing of the weekly news show and TV productions (linear and digital); technical instruction in audio and graphic design; and participation as anchors, actors/actresses, videographers, reporters, script writers, and set designers for various video projects. Students script and produce instructional videos for student registration, graduation, and the student code of conduct as well as club videos and some sporting events. Critical analysis of television productions is also included Television Production IV (One year, one Fine Arts credit.) Prerequisite: Audition and Media Specialist approval prior to registration. This course offers instruction in the development of technical skill in television production. Emphasis is placed on producing, directing, and editing of the weekly news show and TV productions (linear and digital); technical instruction in audio and graphic design; and participation as anchors, actors/actresses, videographers, reporters, script writers, and set designers for various video projects. Students script and produce instructional videos for student registration, graduation, and the student code of conduct as well as club videos and some sporting events. Critical analysis of television productions is also included. Electives: HOME ECONOMICS Child Development (One Semester, one-half Practical Arts credit.) FIRST SEMESTER ONLY Understanding how children fit into your life both now and in your future can help you understand yourself. Studying about children can help you make decisions about your future careers: teacher, nurse, doctor, psychologist, event planner, sociologist, scientist, parent, youth director, nutritionist, minister, etc. This course includes a study of basic need of children, principles of human development, prenatal care, the birth process, and parent/child relationships. A preschool lab is planned, and run by the students at the end of the semester Sewing and Home Decorating (formerly called Family, Home and Consumer Technology Course I) (One semester, one-half credit.) FIRST SEMESTER ONLY This course teaches about color, furniture-arranging, house styles, how to rent an apartment, and how to furnish your first home. Students will also learn about shopping for clothes, how to take care of clothes (laundry, etc ), and will complete a beginning sewing project. Learning to use the sewing machine and serger is a major part of this class. Students must provide their own project materials. Total cost is under $ Cooking and Personal Money Management (formerly called Family, Home and Consumer Technology, Course II) (One semester, one-half credit.) SECOND SEMESTER ONLY Students will learn the meaning of many terms found in popular recipes and will learn basic cooking skills such as measuring, mixing, cutting, and cooking techniques. Several cooking classes will be held. Recipes include muffins, cookies, desserts, smoothies, breakfast recipes, and snacks. Students get to eat what they cook! Personal money management includes checking accounts, credit cards, buying a car, basic insurance information, car insurance, getting & keeping a job, buying food, and making a budget. 36

37 Electives: HOME ECONOMICS Life After High School (Formerly called Family Dynamics--One semester, one-half Practical Arts credit.) AVAILABLE BOTH SEMESTERS This course is for high school seniors only. It is designed to prepare students for independent living in college, the military, or just out in the world--in other words, survival skills! Emphasis will be in the areas of food, meal planning, simple cooking, finding an apartment, finding a roommate, managing money and credit, making smart decisions, living with people from different backgrounds, protecting yourself from personal danger, and other topics as determined by the needs of the students in the class Nutrition and Wellness (Foods I) (1 st Semester, one-half Practical Arts credit.) 10 th, 11 th, 12 th Grade Keep yourself healthy by learning how to plan and prepare nutritionally balanced meals and snacks. Learn cooking techniques for a variety of different foods and prepare delicious food creations. Instruction and learning activities are provided using hands-on experiences. Cook and eat your own preparations in class! Parenting Skills (One Semester, one-half Practical Arts credit.) (2 nd Semester Only) Parenthood is the most important occupation most of us are ever engaged in during our lifetime. Topics covered in this class include: Parenting as a Career, Rewards and Responsibilities of Parenthood, Job Qualifications, Characteristics and Needs of Specific Ages, and Positive Parenting Techniques. Nurturing skills and their importance to the total development of the child and the stability of the family as a whole are stressed Principles of Foods (Foods II) (One Semester, one-half Practical Arts credit.) 10 th, 11 th, 12 th Grade SECOND SEMESTER ONLY Prerequisite: C or better in Nutrition and Wellness and teacher approval This course builds on skills learned in Foods I. Included in this course will be more complicated principles of food preparation, selection, and storage. The students will plan, prepare, and serve creative cuisine from different ethnic groups, regions, and foreign countries. Foods for special occasions will also be included. Electives: MISCELLANEOUS Aerospace Science I (Reserve Officer Training Corps-ROTC) (One year, one Elective credit.) (Completion of one semester with a grade of C or better in ROTC may satisfy a one-half credit requirement in Physical Education.) Aerospace Science I is a study of the historical, cultural, scientific, social and economic impacts of aviation and space activities on society. Leadership lab emphasizes patriotism, personal integrity, self-reliance, dependability, self-discipline, assumption of responsibility, personal improvement, and first-aid methods. Cadets may attend field trips to military bases, museums, drill meets (local and regional) and to the Tuskegee Airman Hospital; participate in the award winning drill team, saber team, rifle team, and color guard; march in parades - including the annual Fort Walton Beach Christmas Holiday Parade; organize, sponsor and host a tri-state car show, military ball and dining-out; and usher at home football games. Cadets will also have numerous opportunities to participate in community service projects, while earning community service hours that are applicable to Florida s Bright Futures Scholarship Program. ROTC is an excellent program to build camaraderie and strong friendships. There is no military commitment associated with being a member of the ROTC program Aerospace Science II (Reserve Officer Training Corps-ROTC) (One year, one Elective credit.) (Completion of one semester with a grade of C or better in ROTC may satisfy a one-half credit requirement in Physical Education.) Prerequisite: ROTC instructor approval. A minimum of a C average in Aerospace Science I. Aerospace Science II examines the atmosphere, environment, physiological aspects of flight and space travel, principles of flight and navigation. The leadership lab includes: communication skills, study of human behavior, and leadership styles and methods. Cadets may attend field trips to military bases, museums, drill meets (local and regional) and to the Tuskegee Airman Hospital; participate in the award winning drill team, saber team, rifle team, and color guard; march in parades - including the annual Fort Walton Beach Christmas Holiday Parade; organize, sponsor and host a tri-state car show, military ball and dining-out; and usher at home football games. Cadets will also have numerous opportunities to participate in community service projects, while earning community service hours that are applicable to Florida s Bright Futures Scholarship Program. ROTC is an excellent program to build camaraderie and strong friendships. There is no military commitment associated with being a member of the ROTC program. 37

38 Aerospace Science III (Reserve Officer Training Corps-ROTC) (One year, one Elective credit.) (Completion of one semester with a grade of C or better in ROTC may satisfy a one-half credit requirement in Physical Education) Prerequisite: ROTC instructor approval. A minimum of a C average in Aerospace Science II. Aerospace Science III is an examination of propulsion systems, rocketry, spacecraft and space travel. The leadership lab includes written and verbal communication, psychology, teaching methods, principles of management and leadership. Cadets may attend field trips to military bases, museums, drill meets (local and regional) and to the Tuskegee Airman Hospital; participate in the award winning drill team, saber team, rifle team, and color guard; march in parades - including the annual Fort Walton Beach Christmas Holiday Parade; organize, sponsor and host a tri-state car show, military ball and dining-out; and usher at home football games. Cadets will also have numerous opportunities to participate in community service projects, while earning community service hours that are applicable to Florida s Bright Futures Scholarship Program. ROTC is an excellent program to build camaraderie and strong friendships. There is no military commitment associated with being a member of the ROTC program Aerospace Science IV (Reserve Officer Training Corps-ROTC) (One year, one Elective credit.) (Completion of one semester with a grade of C or better in ROTC may satisfy a one-half credit requirement in Physical Education) Prerequisite: ROTC instructor approval. A minimum of a C average in Aerospace Science III. Aerospace Science IV covers leadership and management theory combined with hands-on-experience providing the cadets with the opportunity to put the theories of leadership into practice with the management of the cadet corps. Emphasis is placed on preparing the student for life after high school to include the job search, resume writing and interviewing. Leadership Lab includes the application of communication skills, decision making, personal interaction, managerial and organization skills. Cadets may attend field trips to military bases, museums, drill meets (local and regional) and to the Tuskegee Airman Hospital; participate in the award winning drill team, saber team, rifle team, and color guard; march in parades - including the annual Fort Walton Beach Christmas Holiday Parade; organize, sponsor and host a tri-state car show, military ball and dining-out; and usher at home football games. Cadets will also have numerous opportunities to participate in community service projects, while earning community service hours that are applicable to Florida s Bright Futures Scholarship Program. ROTC is an excellent program to build camaraderie and strong friendships. There is no military commitment associated with being a member of the ROTC program Career Research & Decision Making (ACT/SAT Prep--One semester, one-half credit.) (1 st Semester Only) Prerequisite: Completion of Geometry with a C average This course is an intense study of both the communications and mathematical sections of college entrance exams with emphasis on the PSAT/SAT and ACT. Study skills are taught and research is conducted on college admissions requirements, policies, and procedures. The course is for any student who plans to attend a community college or university following high school. This course is taught primarily on-line DCT I (One year, one Vocational credit.) Prerequisite: Coordinator approval. This course is designed to provide general related instruction to develop competencies related to occupations in general, such as employability skills, human relations, math skills, communication skills, leadership development, problem solving, and decision making DCT II (One year, one Vocational credit.) Electives: MISCELLANEOUS Prerequisite: DCT I, Coordinator approval. This course is designed to provide specific related instruction to develop competencies directly related to the occupation in which the student is employed. 38

39 Electives: MISCELLANEOUS DCT III (Diversified Career Technical Management) (One year, one Vocational credit.) 12th GRADE ONLY A B Prerequisite: DCT II, Coordinator approval. This course is designed to enable each student to implement competency mastery in the areas of employability (human resource) activities; environmental, health, and safety activities; professional, legal and ethical workplace responsibilities; financial planning strategies; leadership skills; communication skills; labor and human resource issues related to the workplace; global and economic issues; a business plan; employability skills related to life and career goals; managerial/supervisory uses of technology; the five functions of management; the role of the manager; and technical and production skills. After successful completion of DCT 1, DCT 2, DCT-OJT, and DCT Management, students will have met Occupational Completion Point. Driver Education (One semester, one-half credit.) (1 st Semester Only) Driver Education (One semester, one-half credit.) (2 nd Semester Only) Prerequisite: Enrollee must be 15 years of age and have his/her permit by the end of the first four weeks of the semester in which enrolled. Students will receive 30 hours of classroom instruction to include: Florida Driver s Handbook review, Drug & Alcohol Traffic Education, Pre-driving Checklist and the Defensive Driving Course. There will be presentations from special guest speakers from the DMV, Okaloosa County Sheriffs Department, and the Florida Highway Patrol. Students may obtain Learner s Permits and Operator s Licenses by successfully completing all class and state requirements. Students will be given 6 hours of behind-the-wheel driving range time. Upon successful completion of the course students will receive a certificate for possible insurance rate reductions Gifted Externship (One year, one weighted credit.) Prerequisite: Must be staffed into the gifted program and have parental approval on record. Gifted Externship is a course designed for seniors that have been in the Okaloosa County gifted program at some time in their educational career. This course is a part time release program designed to provide seniors with an opportunity to work with mentors in professional career fields. It is the objective of the course to help the student make a decision about the suitability of a career field Gifted Studies (One year, one weighted credit.) The purpose of this course is to enable students who are gifted to acquire and apply the knowledge and skills needed to enhance personal and academic achievement. Students will specifically target skills needed to master college placement tests. All students will be expected to take the PSAT given in October of the junior year to determine National Merit Finalists Leadership Skills I (One year, one credit.) 10th AND 11th GRADE ONLY. Prerequisite: Application form completed and turned in to Mrs. Britt (without it you will not be enrolled in the class) Learn how to take ownership over your development in high school. You can make a difference in your school and community by learning skills that will help you run clubs, set up service operations, operate behind the scenes at pep rallies, and become a Viking leader. You will become familiar with all aspects of student leadership and FWBHS Leadership Skills II (One year, one credit.) 11th AND 12th GRADE ONLY. Prerequisite: Application form completed and turned in to Mrs. Britt (without it you will not be enrolled in the class) Are you interested in making a difference in FWBHS and in the community? Do you have leadership skills and talents you wish to use to enhance our school? Are you self-motivated and enjoy working? Then enhance your skills with other leaders. Class periods are used to complete leadership projects for our school and community. Pick up an application from Mrs. Britt and get involved! Learning Strategies (Student must have an active IEP) The purpose of this course is to provide instruction that enables students with disabilities to acquire and use strategies and skills to enhance their independence as learners in educational and community settings. 39

40 Electives: MISCELLANEOUS Newspaper Production I (One year, one credit) Prerequisite: English teacher s recommendation. Let s produce a newspaper heralding all of the fantastic events in Viking Land. In this class students will learn the fundamentals of reporting, editing, and creating the layout of a newspaper and will actually produce a newspaper that will hit the newsstand! Literary Magazine I (One year, one credit) Prerequisite: English teacher s recommendation. Magazine class is awesome if you are looking for an extracurricular activity that also affords journalism credit. The course provides opportunities to develop proficiency in various forms of journalistic and literary writing. Layout techniques, creative written expression, and photography are studied. Interchange and participation in FSPA (Florida Scholastic Press Association) is part of the class. Fort Walton Beach High School s award-winning A Mind s Eye View is produced each semester as a class effort Yearbook (Journalism I) (One year, one credit.) Prerequisite: Application to include an essay, recommendation from middle school yearbook sponsor, and FWBHS staff approval. Journalism I is an elective course. This course includes all aspects of producing Valhalla, our yearbook. Students work on the following: picking a theme, designing the book, establishing and meeting deadlines, learning desktop publishing and digital photography computer programs; writing copy, captions, and headlines; taking, organizing, and selecting both print and digital photographs; planning and executing a sales campaign and selling business ads. Incoming freshmen with middle school experience and teacher recommendation may apply OJT (On the Job Training) 1 Period (One year, one Vocational credit.) A OJT (On the Job Training) 2 Period (One year, two-three Vocational credits.) Prerequisite: Coordinator approval. This course is designed to provide students with realistic on-the-job training experiences to acquire and apply knowledge, skills, and attitudes in their occupational field. An individualized training plan is developed and utilized to assure that training is provided which will develop the necessary competencies/skills in order for the student to become competent in the occupation for which he/she is being trained. The training plan is the curriculum for the on-the-job training. Parental approval must be on record Voluntary Public Service (One semester, one-half credit.) Seniors Only Prerequisite: A minimum 3.0 GPA, no more than 2 disciplinary referrals from the previous school year, and attendance will be checked. The Voluntary Public Service course is a one semester, peer-tutoring class which meets off-campus usually during 7th period. Students will be responsible for transporting themselves to one of the following schools: Edwins Elementary, Bruner Middle School, or Silver Sands School. Each student will be supervised by a classroom teacher and coordinating teacher at their respective school. Some students volunteer with other community agencies, but this must be approved by the teacher. 40

41 Electives: MUSIC C S Band I Concert or Symphonic Band (One year, one Fine Arts.) Prerequisite: Middle school band or approval of FWBHS Band Director Band I is an instrumental music class with numerous opportunities to perform. These opportunities include the following: The award-winning Viking Marching Band which performs at FWBHS football games, Marching Band Festivals, and parades. The Concert and Symphonic Bands which perform music at the highest levels of the concert music idiom. Performance opportunities include local, regional, and national-level festivals and competitions. Past performances include sites from New York to California, from Montreal to Mexico City, Chicago, IL. Most recently in the Spring of 2005 at Carnegie Hall New York City. Previous music training is required for participation in these groups. FWBHS Band Directors, Middle Band Directors, or Private Instructors may give recommendations for placement A B P Band Jazz Ensemble A or B (One year, one Fine Arts.) Prerequisite: Previous music training; FWBHS Band Directors, middle school band directors, or Private Instructor may give recommendations for placement. Jazz Ensemble B is an entry-level Jazz Ensemble for students who may be exploring the jazz idiom for the first time. There are performance opportunities with this ensemble. Jazz Ensemble A is an advanced ensemble for musicians who have achieved more than a basic knowledge of their instrument. Previous jazz experience is not required. There are numerous performance opportunities with this ensemble. This ensemble is an award-winning group that performs advanced level jazz literature. Band I Percussion Ensemble (One year, one Fine Arts.) Prerequisite: Previous music training; FWBHS Band Directors, middle school band directors, or Private Instructor may give recommendations for placement. Percussion ensembles that range from Marching Percussion to Concert Percussion are offered with numerous performance opportunities. Band I-Percussion is an instrumental music class with numerous opportunities to perform. These opportunities include the following: The award-winning Viking Marching Band which performs at FWBHS football games, Marching Band Festivals, and parades. The Concert and Symphonic Bands which perform music at the highest levels of the concert music idiom. Performance opportunities include local, regional, and national-level festivals and competitions. Past performances include sites from New York to California, from Montreal to Mexico City, Chicago, IL. Most recently in the Spring of 2005 at Carnegie Hall New York City Advanced Placement (AP) Music Theory (One year, one weighted Fine Arts credit.) Prerequisite: Instructor approval (Folsom or Brink). This course is comparable in content to a first-year music theory course in college. Are you going to be a music major? Thinking about being a music major? Then, you need this course! It is required for all music degree plans. Time will be spent in the analysis of notated examples, the development of listening skills, sight-reading, keyboard harmony, part writing, and harmonization. Students successfully completing the course will be given the opportunity to take the AP Music Theory exam for college credit Choir Advanced Women s Choir (One year, one Fine Arts credit.) Prerequisite: Director approval. This is a women s choir (SSAA) for those ladies who have already had musical experience. This choir will learn and perform challenging music from many different musical periods and styles. Students will work on increasing their musical knowledge through sightreading, musical notation, and some light music history. Students will have the opportunity to perform in concerts and competitions and will travel with the chorus. 41

42 Electives: MUSIC Choir Viking Singers (One year, one Fine Arts credit.) Requirement: Director approval This chorus is for those who have been in chorus before and would like to be part of a mixed voiced ensemble (SATB). This choir will perform many different genres of music including classical, vocal jazz, Broadway, and pop tunes. This choir will also incorporate choreography in many of their performances. Musicianship skills will be refined through sightreading, musical knowledge, and notation. Students will have the opportunity to perform with other ensembles, in concerts and competitions, and will go on trips with the chorus Chorus I (Concert) (One year, one Fine Arts credit.) This chorus is for those who are new to chorus and would like the opportunity to learn basic musicianship skills such as sightreading, musical notation, and terminology. This choir will sing pieces from various genres ranging from classical to pop. Students in this choir will have the opportunity to perform in concerts and competitions and will go on trips. (Past trips have included New Orleans, Gatlinburg, Orlando, and Atlanta.) Concert Chorus II (Concert) (One year, one Fine Arts credit.) This chorus is for those who want to continue in chorus and would like the opportunity to improve musicianship skills such as sightreading, musical notation, and terminology. This choir will sing pieces from various genres ranging from classical to pop. Students in this choir will have the opportunity to perform in concerts and competitions and will go on trips. (Past trips have included New Orleans, Gatlinburg, Orlando, and Atlanta.) Eurythmics (One year, one Fine Arts or PE credit OR one semester, one-half Fine Arts or PE credit) Requirement: Must pass audition held during last 9 weeks of previous school year This class includes the award-winning All American Dolls dance-line and the award-winning Viking Color Guard. These groups are both a part of the Viking Marching Band and perform at numerous football games, festivals, competitions, and parades Music Appreciation/Keyboarding (One year, one Fine Arts credit.) Students in this class will explore various musical styles ranging from Bach to Dave Matthews and music s relevance to society. Students will also learn musical notation and how to write your own music. This class will also provide students with the opportunity to learn various keyboarding skills ranging from simple melodies to improvisation Vocal Ensemble I (Voices of Valhalla) (One year, one Fine Arts credit) Prerequisite: Audition and teacher approval. This is an auditioned chorus for the most advanced choral students. This course includes singing, listening, reading, theory, and dancing. Performance opportunities are limitless throughout the community, the state, including opportunities to travel to other states for a diverse choral experience. Extra rehearsals are scheduled in advance and attendance is required. Electives: P.E Aerobics-Beginning (One semester, one-half PE credit.) This course will give you the opportunity to get into shape while having fun and learning all the different styles and methods to do so. You will experience aerobic dance, step aerobics, body sculpturing, body pump, yoga, pilates, and taebo. You will have the chance to work with guest artists on make up, hair styles, and all of the above areas. You will see faster results, because not only will we work on the body, but you will learn about nutrition and how it affects your shape Aerobics-Intermediate (One semester, one-half PE credit.) Prerequisite: Aerobics-Beginning. This course will give you the opportunity to get into shape while having fun and learning all the different styles and methods to do so. You will experience aerobic dance, step aerobics, body sculpturing, body pump, yoga, pilates, and taebo. You will have the chance to work with guest artists on make up, hair styles, and all of the above areas. You will see faster results, because not only will we work on the body, but you will learn about nutrition and how it affects your shape. 42

43 Electives: P.E Aerobics-Advanced (One semester, one-half PE credit.) Prerequisite: Aerobics-Intermediate. This course will give you the opportunity to get into shape while having fun and learning all the different styles and methods to do so. You will experience aerobic dance, step aerobics, body sculpturing, body pump, yoga, pilates, and taebo. You will have the chance to work with guest artists on make up, hair styles, and all of the above areas. You will see faster results, because not only will we work on the body, but you will learn about nutrition and how it affects your shape Baseball (One year, one PE credit.) This class is an advanced training class for the serious baseball student. Students will run, lift weights, condition, drill, and hit. This class is intended to help students improve all skills needed to play the sport of baseball. This is a year long class Basketball (One semester, one-half PE credit.) The purpose of this course is to provide students opportunities to acquire knowledge of the game and learn the basic skills needed to play basketball. This course will enhance the student s enjoyment level of the game, and maintain and/ or improve their personal fitness Beach Volleyball (One semester, one-half PE credit.) The purpose of this course is to provide students with opportunities to acquire knowledge and skills in volleyball that may be used in recreational activities today and later in life. This class will help develop the basic skills of volleyball, as well as help a student take their skills to a higher level, and help maintain and/or improve the student s personal fitness Bowling (One semester, one-half PE credit.) This class offers the opportunity to learn a life-long sport. Students will be transported by bus to White Sands Bowling Center, where they will learn how to bowl, keep score, and compete with sportsmanship. Students will have a great time, no matter how experienced they are at the sport Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries (One semester, one-half PE credit.) This is a lecture PE class and it will help you acquire knowledge and skills relating to the nature, prevention, care, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries. Basic concepts in chemistry, physics, and anatomy will be applied throughout this course. This course is recommended for students interested in careers in health, medicine, coaching, or sports training. What you learn here will help you with emergencies you will encounter throughout life Cheerleading (Gymnastics--One semester, one-half PE credit.) Cheer, chant, dance, jump, tumble, and stunt! Have fun while working with Barbara Britt, who has coached the FWBHS cheerleaders to be nationally ranked for 20 years, in addition to being named National Champs and four-time State Champions. Not only is this a fun class, but you can use techniques you learn to help you with cheerleading tryouts! There are even plans in progress for students enrolled in this class to cheer at a few events Golf, Tennis, Badminton, and Track (Individual Sports--One semester, one-half PE credit.) The purpose of this course is to provide students with opportunities to acquire knowledge, skills, and strategies in a variety of sports that are not team sports, such as tennis, golf, badminton, and track. This course will develop selfmotivation and help an individual maintain and/or improve their personal fitness Self Defense Activities (One semester, one-half PE credit.) This class is a great way to stay in shape and participate in something you can do for the rest of your life. Learn the history behind self defense and the different methods you can learn to achieve your goals. You can be in control of your body, as well as your mind. This class will bring in different styles and artists. 43

44 Electives: P.E Team Sports I (One semester, one-half PE credit.) The purpose of this course is to provide students with opportunities to acquire knowledge of strategies in team sports such as basketball, volleyball, soccer, football and softball. Students will develop skills in these team sports, and maintain and/or improve their personal fitness Team Sports II (One semester, one-half PE credit.) The purpose of this course is to provide students with opportunities to acquire knowledge of strategies in team sports such as basketball, volleyball, soccer, football and softball. Students will develop skills in these team sports, and maintain and/or improve their personal fitness Tennis (One semester, one-half PE credit.) The purpose of this course is to provide students with the opportunities to acquire knowledge and basic skills to play tennis. The student will be able to raise their current level of skill in tennis, as well as maintain and/or improve their personal fitness Weight Training-Beginning (one semester, one-half PE credit.) Prerequisite: All students must have registration form signed by current PE teacher. The purpose of this course is to provide students with opportunities to acquire basic knowledge and skills in weight training that may be used in physical fitness pursuits today as well as in later life, improve muscular strength and endurance, and enhance body image Weight Training-Intermediate (One semester, one-half PE credit.) Prerequisite: Beginning Weight Training and registration form signed by previous weight training teacher. The purpose of this course is to further provide students with opportunities to acquire basic knowledge and skills in weight training that may be used in physical fitness pursuits today as well as in later life, improve muscular strength and endurance, and enhance body image Weight Training-Advanced (One semester, one-half PE credit.) Prerequisite: Intermediate Weight Training and registration form signed by previous weight training teacher. The purpose of this course is to provide students with opportunities to acquire advanced knowledge and skills in weight training that may be used in physical fitness pursuits today as well as in later life, improve muscular strength and endurance, and enhance body image. Electives: TECHNOLOGY Drafting/Illustrative Design Technology I (One year, one Vocational credit.) This beginning drafting course provides instruction in the development of multiview drawings, dimensioning, sectioning, printing/plotting, and pictorial drawings using computer aided drafting equipment and level I AutoCAD software. (Middle School tech-lab experience is helpful but not required.) Drafting/Illustrative Design Technology II (One year, one Practical Arts credit.) Prerequisite: Drafting/Illustrative Design Technology I Drafting II expands the study of computer aided drafting with an emphasis on residential architecture using level II CAD software. Students study and draw the floor plan, foundation plan, electrical plan, plot plan, elevations, details, perspective drawings as well as build a model of their design Drafting/Illustrative Design Technology III (One year, one Practical Arts credit.) Prerequisite: Drafting/Illustrative Design Technology II. This course provides students with an advanced study of drafting related technology. Students simulate design and manufacturing processes in industry by creating technical CAD drawings of a project, building the project, and testing it. Level III CAD programs and other technical equipment will be used by students for project development. 44

45 A Electives: TECHNOLOGY Drafting IV (Advanced Technical Applications) (One year, one Practical Arts credit.) Prerequisite: Drafting/Illustrative Design Technology III. Advanced Applications in Technology is designed to provide students with the opportunity to develop a school based project from vision to reality. Working in teams students will design, engineer, manufacture, construct, and test projects they develop in the drafting CAD lab Electronics I (One year, one Vocational credit.) This general course provides instruction and an introduction to the basics of electronics technology through the study of direct current (DC) and basic principles of electricity. The students will learn about Ohm s Law, series circuits, parallel circuits, series-parallel circuits, magnetism, switches, and much more. Course content is presented through computeraided instruction using NIDA Corporation software, lecture, and experiments using a special training module with printed circuit cards Electronics II (One year, one Practical Arts credit) Prerequisite: Electronics I. This second course provides instruction and an introduction to the basics of electronics technology through the study of digital fundamentals. The students will learn about binary, octal, and hexadecimal numbering systems. Additionally they will be introduced to digital gates, flip-flop circuits and other digital timing circuits. This will be accomplished through a combination of lecture, study, mini-projects and hands on applications Technology Studies I (One year, one Vocational credit.) The purpose of this course is to introduce a HANDS-ON approach to learning technologies. Students rotate through the MODULES which include Robotics, Laser/Fiber Optics, Electrical Control, CNC Lathe/Mill, Woodworking, Sheet metal Development, CAD, Hydraulics, Pneumatics, Mechanisms, House Framing, Biotechnology, SimCity, Flight Simulator, Bridge Building, County Dam, Car Builder, Electrical Wiring/Soldering, Internet, Incredible Machine, Safety & Leadership Skills Technology Studies II (One year, one Practical Arts credit.) Prerequisite: Technology Studies I. This course is a continuation of Technology Studies I allowing students more time at the modules. This program focuses on transferable skills and stresses the understanding and demonstration of the technological tools, machines, instruments, materials, processes and systems in business and industry. The Electronics Technology program at Fort Walton Beach High School is open to all students grades Electronics students that successfully complete the three year program at Fort Walton Beach High School earn up to nine (9) semester hours of college credit from OWC in this field of study, and may qualify for the Gold Seal Scholarship at graduation (see instructor for additional information). 45

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