Fort Mill School District Program of Studies

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2 Fort Mill School District Program of Studies Fort Mill School District Dr. James N. Epps, Superintendent 2233 Deerfield Drive Fort Mill, SC (803) DISTRICT MISSION STATEMENT The mission of the Fort Mill School District, distinguished by a tradition of excellence is to put Children First by providing a progressive and challenging education that gives all of our students, and thereby the community, the opportunity to achieve their greatest potential. DISTRICT BELIEFS We believe that children are the most valuable resource in society. We believe that wellness is an essential goal for the individual and society. We believe that all persons have worth and value and should be treated with dignity. We believe that the family is the primary influence in the development of the individual. We believe that quality education in a safe and inviting environment provides the foundation for life long learning and results in productive citizens. We believe that excellence is the result of high expectations and continuous improvement. We believe that creativity is fostered in a challenging and innovative environment. We believe that the best results come from teamwork. We believe an informed and educated public is a supportive public. We believe the home, the school, and the community share a commitment and a responsibility for the total education of our students. We believe that all children can learn and should be provided with the necessary facilities and resources to meet their potential. FORT MILL HIGH SCHOOL Mr. M. Dee Christopher, Principal 225 Munn Road Fort Mill, SC Phone: (803) Fax: (803) NATION FORD HIGH SCHOOL Mrs. Beverley G. Bowman, Principal 1400 A. O. Jones Boulevard Fort Mill, SC Phone: (803) Fax: (803) Fort Mill School District offers equal opportunity in employment and education activities without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age or handicap 1

3 Table of Contents Academic Planning and Information Academic Planning Personal Pathways to Success: EEDA 3 Individual Graduation Plans (IGP) 3 Promotion Standards 4 Graduation 4 Diploma of Distinction 4 College Admission 5 Academic Information Schedule Information 6 Course Sequencing and Course Load 7 Attendance and Required Assessments 7 Gifted and Talented 8 Content Recovery 8 Virtual Education 8 Senior Information 9 Curriculum Framework: Schools, Clusters, Majors of Study Chart 10 Frequently Asked Questions and Answers 12 Curriculum Templates School of Arts and Humanities 13 School of Business and Information Services 27 School of Engineering and Integrated Technologies 33 School of Health and Human Services 40 Course Descriptions 49 Appendix 101 Grade Point Conversion Chart 102 Scholarship Information 103 NCAA Clearinghouse Information Individual Graduation Plan Worksheet 108 Index

4 ACADEMIC PLANNING AND INFORMATION EDUCATION AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ACT Personal Pathways to Success The Education and Economic Development Act (EEDA) vision is based on the idea of Personal Pathways to Success for all students. This system integrates academic and career-tech education that offers more and better ways for all students to succeed. The legislation calls for districts to: Establish clusters of study and Individual Graduation Plans (IGP) for students. Require parental review and approval of IGP with student and counselor. Establish articulation agreements making K-16 education seamless. INDIVIDUAL GRADUATION PLANS The purpose of the Individual Graduation Plan (IGP) is to help students and parents explore educational and professional possibilities in order to make appropriate secondary and postsecondary decisions. The IGP serves as an adaptable road map through high school based on student interests and goals. The IGP should be designed to prepare the student for their next step, whether that that step leads to the workforce, military, technical college or a four-year college. The foundation of every IGP is the core curriculum of English, Math, Science and Social Studies. High school graduation and college entrance requirements, relative to post-secondary goals, are considered first in the planning process. This program of studies guide has curriculum templates for each career cluster and major. The templates serve as a tool for the planning process for student choices of core and elective offerings. Educational and career assessments, interest inventories, and transcripts are also valuable resources for students and parents as they map out their plan for high school coursework. The IGP is part of the career planning process. It builds on the coursework, assessments, and counseling in middle and high school. The IGP is not intended to reflect all aspects of the high school experience such as extracurricular sports and clubs. Beginning in the eighth grade, parents must participate with their student and counselor in the IGP conference as required by the EEDA. Subsequent annual reviews of the IGP with students, parents and counselors will also be required in grades It is the student and parent s ultimate responsibility to research individual colleges of their choice for additional requirements. ADVISEMENT AND REGISTRATION During the Individual Graduation Plan conference with parents, students and counselors, students may register for classes for the upcoming school year. 3 3

5 REQUIREMENTS FOR HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION PROMOTION STANDARDS FRESHMAN: Successful completion of 8th grade. SOPHOMORES: 1 English, 1 Math, and 4 others Total 6 Units JUNIORS: 2 English, 2 Math, 1 Science, and 7 others Total 12 Units SENIORS: 3 English, 3 Math, 2 Science, and 8 others Total 16 Units Note: For participation in extracurricular activities such as Spirit Week, Prom, Senior Superlatives, Class Officers, exam exemptions, etc., class membership is based solely upon HOMEROOM ASSIGNMENT which is determined only at the beginning of the school year in August. Grade levels will not be changed mid-year unless the student is considered a Jr./Sr. GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS Subjects English Math Science Biology US History & Constitution Government/Economics Other Social Studies Unit Physical Ed or JROTC Computer Science/Intro to Computers Career Tech. or Foreign Language High School 101 Electives Total Units Required Units 4 units 4 units 2 units 1 unit 1 unit 1 unit 1 unit 1 unit 1 unit 1 unit 1 unit 6 units 24 Units* DIPLOMA OF DISTINCTION By meeting the following criteria, students in the senior class may earn the District Diploma of Distinction. 4 Units of English 4 Units of Math 4 Units of Social Studies 4 Units of Science High School other units 28 Total Units Earned in High School Minimum of a 3.5 GPA 4 4

6 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS FOR COLLEGE ADMISSION As published by the SC Commission on Higher Education 1) FOUR UNITS OF ENGLISH: At least two units must have strong grammar and composition components, at least one must be in English literature, and at least one must be in American literature. Completion of CP English I, II, III, and IV will meet this criterion. 2) FOUR UNITS OF MATHEMATICS: These include Algebra I (for which Algebra for the Technologies I and II may count together as a substitute if a student successfully completes Algebra II), Geometry and Algebra II. A fourth higher-level mathematics course is strongly recommended. The fourth course should be selected from among Algebra III/trigonometry, pre-calculus, calculus, statistics and discrete math or a capstone mathematics course and should be taken during the senior year. 3) THREE UNITS OF LABORATORY SCIENCE: Two units must be taken in two different fields and selected from among Biology, Chemistry, or Physics. The third unit may be from the same field as one of the first two units (Biology, Chemistry, or Physics) or from any laboratory science for which Biology and/or Chemistry is a prerequisite. Courses in Earth Science, General Physical Science, or introductory or General Environmental Science for which Biology and/ or Chemistry is not a prerequisite will not meet this requirement. It is strongly recommended that students take Physical Science (taught as a laboratory science) as a prerequisite to the three required units of Laboratory science outlined in this section. It is also strongly recommended that students desiring to pursue careers in science, mathematics, engineering or technology take one course in all three fields. 4) TWO UNITS OF THE SAME FOREIGN LANGUAGE 5) THREE UNITS OF SOCIAL STUDIES - World Geography and World History are strongly recommended for 9th and 10th grade years. US History is required for 11th grade and Government/Economics is required for 12th grade. 6) ONE UNIT OF FINE ARTS - One unit of Appreciation of, History of, or Performance in one of the fine arts. 7) ELECTIVE: One unit must be taken as an elective. A college preparatory course in Computer Science (i.e., one involving significant programming content, not simply keyboarding) is strongly recommended for this elective. Other acceptable electives include college preparatory courses in English, Fine Arts, Foreign Languages, Social Sciences, Humanities, Laboratory Science (excluding General Physical Science, General Environmental Science, or other introductory science courses for which Biology and/or Chemistry is not a prerequisite). 8) ONE UNIT OF PHYSICAL EDUCATION OR JROTC NOTE: Regarding universities and public colleges- Each institution may make exceptions in admitting: 1) Students who do not meet all of the prerequisites, limited to those individual cases in which the failure to meet one or more prerequisites is due to circumstances beyond the reasonable control of the student. 2) Students who have taken the Tech Prep courses rather than the required college preparatory curriculum described above and who meet all other institutional admissions criteria. 3) These prerequisites do not prohibit public colleges and universities from setting even higher standards. 4) Admission requirements in terms of prerequisites. For example, Clemson University and the College of Charleston require a third unit of foreign language of all applicants. The following web address is provided for more information - Although guidance counselors are available for academic advising, students and their parents are responsible for making certain that the student s Individual Graduation Plan (IGP) meets the requirements of both the intended diploma and college of choice. 5 5

7 ACADEMIC INFORMATION Schedule Information Course Selection and Schedule Changes A. The courses students select will be the basis for the employment of teachers and the development of the master schedule for the upcoming school year. Accordingly, when students and parents sign the course selection sheet, they are considered to have contracted to participate in all requested courses or chosen alternates. B. All courses described in this book may not be offered every year. Courses are scheduled based on student requests, class size, and scheduling feasibility. C. Be sure to list alternates for all elective courses. Otherwise, if the electives chosen are not available, courses will be scheduled at the discretion of the counselor or principal. D. Schedule changes will be limited. Any student wishing to make a revision in his/her schedule must do so within the summer conflict resolution. Consideration for a summer schedule change will be made: 1. If a student wishes to attempt to balance the academic load. (These requests will be considered on a space available basis only.) 2. If a student wishes to sequence courses due to special circumstances. (These requests will be considered on a space available basis only.) 3. If a student received a course for which he/she did not register at the time of the IGP. (When a student selects an alternate, the student has registered for that course.) 4. If a student passed a course which he/she assumed he/she would fail. 5. If a student failed a course required for graduation. 6. If a student failed a course, registered for the course again and was assigned to the same instructor. (Where possible and on a space available basis, the request will be considered.) E. According to South Carolina state law, students who withdraw from a course after 5 days in a 90 day course will be assigned a WF and the F will be calculated as a 61 in the student s overall grade point average/ratio. F. Retaking a Course - Students in grades nine through twelve may retake a course at the same level of difficulty if they have earned a D or an F in that course. The student s record will reflect all courses he or she has taken and the grades he or she has earned. The student may retake the course either during the current school year or during the next school year but no later than that second year. In addition, the student must retake the course before he or she has enrolled in the next sequential course. A student who has taken a course for a Carnegie unit prior to his or her ninth-grade year may retake that course regardless of the grade he or she has earned. In such a case, only the retake grade will be used in figuring the student s GPA, and only the retake attempt will show on the transcript. This rule will apply whether the retake grade is higher or lower than the grade the student previously earned. It is the student s responsibility to contact the guidance office should he/she fail a course required for graduation and need to retake the following semester. No changes will be made at the beginning of spring term except for reasons 3-6 noted above. Petitions for mid-year schedule changes may be considered by committee. 6 6

8 ACADEMIC INFORMATION Sequencing Courses A. Only one grade level of English and math may be taken per school year. With the principal s permission, two courses may be taken in one year under the following conditions: (1) to allow a student who failed an English and/or math course to catch up with his class (2) to allow a student who plans to take advanced level math and/or English to accelerate as designed in his/her IGP. This will be done on a space available basis. B. A student may not pre-register for courses in sequence such as French I fall term and French II spring term. Exceptions may occur at the principal s discretion with teacher recommendation. Note: If you meet all the prerequisites, you may register for any course as long as it does not matter which semester you take it. Course Prerequisites and Recommendations A. Prerequisites Some courses must be passed in a logical sequence; therefore, students must adhere to the designated prerequisites. B. Recommendations\Overrides Recommendations for the next course in a sequence will be made by the sending teacher. A parent and student who wish to discuss the recommendation for reconsideration should request a conference with the assistant principal for curriculum and/or a counselor. An override form may be signed by the parent following the conference. This override option may not be used to enter a gifted and talented/honors class where selection is based on a state formula. These classes are English 2 Honors and English 3 Honors. Course Load A. Rising freshman, sophomores and juniors must register for 8 courses. B. Rising seniors must register for a minimum of 6 courses. C. Early dismissal/late arrival is allowed for seniors one each semester only. D. All students are expected to take an English course and a math course each year. Attendance Attendance is critical to success in high school. One 90 minute class is equal to two classes on a 6-7 period schedule. By state law, a student must attend 85 out of 90 class days in order to be considered for credit. Students are required to continue attending classes even if credit has been denied. If a student fails a course due to excessive absences, an FA will be recorded on his or her transcript. The grade of FA will carry no Carnegie units but will be factored into the student s GPA as a 61. Remember: Only 5 unlawful absences are allowed in a course. End of Course Tests Algebra 1, Algebra for the Technologies 2, and all English 1, Biology I, and U.S. History classes will have End of Course tests. Dates are mandated by the state and students cannot be excused from the testing. Current state law mandates that these tests count 20% of the final grade. Some of the career and technology courses also have a state end of course examination requirement. All students enrolled in courses with end of course tests must take the exams regardless of senior class status. ACT and Work Keys Assessments All eleventh grade students will take the ACT and Work Keys assessments in the spring. The ACT includes sections in English, Math, Reading, Science and Writing. Students who take this test in standard format will have a college-reportable score to use for college admissions, scholarships, and honors programs. The Work Keys assessment includes sections in Reading for Information, Applied Mathematics, and Locating Information. Students who take this test in standard format are eligible to earn a National Career Readiness Certificate. The spring administration of these assessments are provided free of charge. 7 7

9 ACADEMIC INFORMATION Gifted and Talented At the high school level, state identified gifted and talented classes include English 2 Honors and English 3 Honors. Students wishing to participate in these courses must meet the South Carolina state guidelines for gifted and talented. Parents and students may request a GT referral form for placement purposes. In addition to the state identified GT classes, students are encouraged to take honors and Advanced Placement courses. Students do not have to meet the state criteria to be eligible to take AP courses. See individual AP course descriptions for pre-requisite information. Content Recovery The purpose of Content Recovery is assist high school students who fail to pass a core class but receive a grade of 65 or higher in meeting promotion and graduation requirements. There will be a non-refundable fee to participate in Content Recovery. The procedures for placement are as follows: 1. Students may petition for Content Recovery if they failed to pass a core class but earned a grade of 65 or higher. 2. Students who petition for Content Recovery coursework must complete the petition form and have approval from all of the following: Subject Area Teacher, Counselor, and Parent 3. Students are limited to 1-2 Content Recovery courses per semester. 4. Students approved for Content Recovery must complete their prescribed modules in Edmentum/ PLATO and/or teacher prescription. 5. Each module or unit must be completed with a minimum of 80% accuracy. 6. The content recovery grade of 70 will replace the original course grade. Attendance Recovery 1. Students may be granted the opportunity to recover credit for a course that they would have passed if not due to missing too many unexcused days. 2. Maximum number of days to be recovered Tuition will be charged per make up class due at the time of make-up. Distance, Online and Virtual Education Students in grades nine through 12 may earn a maximum of 6 units of academic credit to be applied toward graduation requirements by completing technology-delivered courses offered through programs approved by the board. Students applying for permission to take these courses must do the following: 1. Complete prerequisites and provide teacher/counselor recommendations to confirm that he/she possesses the maturity level needed to function effectively in a distance, online or virtual learning environment. 2. Obtain the approval of the principal or his/her designee before enrolling in a technology-delivered course. 3. Adhere to the district code of conduct to include rules of behavior, consequences for violations and signed student agreements. 4. Adhere to attendance requirements of the district. South Carolina Virtual School 1. The SC Department of Education offers a limited number of internet courses at no cost to assist students in completing their individual graduation plan. Guidelines as determined by the state. (See guidelines on website: ) 2. Once the SCVS course is started the final grade will appear on the transcript whether the student completes the course or not. High School Virtual Labs Both high schools have virtual labs where students may take a course not offered by the FMSD or a course which is not available due to scheduling conflicts. South Carolina Virtual School and courses offered by PLATO/EDMENTUM are the only programs recognized by the FMSD. 8 8

10 SENIOR INFORMATION Honor Graduates 1. All honor graduates will be determined at the end of the spring semester of the senior year. 2. All honor graduates must attend four calendar years of high school. 3. The valedictorian will be recognized based on having the highest cumulative GPA as it appears on the high school transcript, calculated using the state uniform grading policy prescribed by state law. 4. The salutatorian will be recognized based on having the second highest cumulative GPA as it appears on the high school transcript, calculated using the state uniform grading policy prescribed by state law. See Appendix for SC Uniform Grading Policy Conversion Chart. 5. Valedictorians and salutatorians must attend a high school in the Fort Mill School District the two semesters immediately prior to graduation their senior year. 6. In the event of a tie, where more than one student has the same GPA, co-valedictorians and /or co-salutatorians will be named. 7. Only valedictorians and salutatorians will make graduation speeches. Other parts of the ceremony will be determined by the senior class. 8. In addition to the valedictorian and salutatorian, honor graduates will be recognized at graduation. Honor graduates must have a or higher cumulative GPA as it appears on the high school transcript as calculated using the state uniform grading policy prescribed by state law. 9. For honor graduate determination, grades of transfer students will be accepted if credits are awarded from an accredited school. Rigorous Senior Year As college admission and job opportunities become more competitive, it is necessary to continue a level of academic rigor. The FMSD4 encourages all students to take challenging courses during their senior year. All seniors are expected to take English and a math course during the 12th grade year. Some colleges and university will deny admission to students who have not completed four years of English and math during their senior year. A parent waiver will be required for a senior who is not taking English or math course. Seniors are required to register for at least 6 units of credit their senior year. In addition to the electives on campus, seniors may also elect to take courses at institutions of higher learning. These may involve costs to you but may compliment your future plans. Students may be allowed to enroll at York Technical College, Winthrop University, USC-Lancaster or other institutions with a waiver letter from the principal. Students may not take courses that are comparable to high school course offerings. High school credit will not be awarded unless an articulation agreement is already in place. Tuition is the responsibility of the student. Early Graduation Students who wish to graduate early need to discuss this with the counselor during advisement. This allows courses to be scheduled appropriately. To participate in the graduation ceremony, a student must declare plans to graduate by the first day of the fall semester. This applies to both 4th year students who want to graduate at the end of 1st semester of the senior year and to 3rd year students who want to graduate at the end of the school year. The student and parent must have a conference with a principal and a counselor, and the parent must submit a request form. Students who do not follow these procedures will receive a diploma but may not participate in the graduation ceremonies. January graduates are no longer enrolled as active high school students during the spring term but are invited to participate in the graduation ceremonies. They may not participate in school sponsored spring activities such as sports, band, chorus, prom, etc. Senior Privileges Fourth year students who are eligible to become seniors at the end of 1 st term may: have Senior pictures made, order graduation supplies, have names on Senior T-shirt and mug, be in the Senior group picture, and transfer to a Senior homeroom after 1st term. They will not be allowed the following senior privileges: Senior parking 1 st term, participation in Senior Class activities or meetings during 1 st term, representation of the Senior Class in any official capacity during 1 st term, and exemption of exams during 1 st term. 9 9

11 Fort Mill School District Curriculum Framework School of Arts and Humanities School of Business and Information Systems Arts Cluster Majors: Choral Music Dance Theatre Instrumental Music Visual Arts AV Technology and Communications Cluster Majors: Digital Art and Design (NF) Media Technology (TV) (FM) Graphic Communication (FM) Journalism Humanities Cluster Majors: AP: Interdisciplinary Studies English International Studies Social Studies Business Management and Administration Cluster Majors: General Management Operations Management Finance Cluster Major: Accounting Information Technology Cluster Major: Programming and Software Development Marketing, Sales & Service Major: Marketing Management 10 10

12 School of Engineering and Integrated Technologies Agriculture, Food, & Natural Resource Cluster Majors: Animal Science Environmental and Natural Resources Management Architecture & Construction Cluster Major: Project Lead the Way STEM* Cluster *Science, Technology, Engineering, Math Majors: Math Pre-Engineering (PLTW) Science Transportation, Distribution & Logistics Cluster Major: Automotive Technology (NF) School of Health & Human Service Education & Training Cluster Major: Early Childhood Education Health Science Majors: Biomedical Sciences (PLTW) Health Science Sports Medicine Diversified Health Science Law & Public Service Cluster Majors: Law & Legal Services Military Science Hospitality and Tourism Majors: Culinary Arts 11 12

13 CURRICULUM FRAMEWORK FAQ What are the four Schools of Study? Schools of Study help to organize the curriculum into broad program areas that are inter-related in terms of academic content and career pathways. 1. Arts and Humanities 3. Engineering and Integrated Technologies 2. Business and Information Technology 4. Health and Human Services What is a career cluster? A career cluster is an organizational clustering of common educational preparatory paths for students with similar goals, strengths, interests, and skills. Simply put, career clusters are a way of organizing and tailoring course work and work experience around specific groups of careers. Each cluster is designed to provide three exit points for students: to the workforce or military, to a two-year technical college or to a four-year college or university. What is the purpose of career clusters? 1) Clusters serve to focus student learning and course selection in the advisement process. 2) Clusters help students see the relevance of their high school studies to their next step (i.e. college or technical school, military, or work). 3) Clusters help create smaller learning communities within a large high school setting. 4) Clusters encourage curriculum integration at the school level. 5) Clusters help provide structure for the curriculum and advisement process. 6) Clusters enhance articulation with post-secondary institutions. What is a major? Each career cluster can have several career majors. Career majors involve at least four related units of study. Majors help students focus their elective courses around a more specific career path. Example: School: Engineering and Integrated Technologies Cluster: Science, Technology, Engineering, Math (STEM) Majors: Math, Project Lead the Way: Pre-engineering When do students declare a cluster (or major)? Beginning in the 8 th grade, middle school students develop an Individual Graduation Plan (IGP) where they select a School of Study and potential Career Cluster. In the 9 th grade during their High School 101 class, students revise their IGP and may select a major. Beginning in the 10 th, students declare a major to focus their elective choices. Can students change a school, cluster and/or major on their IGP? Absolutely! Students can change a career major if they find that this is not in their area of interest. Students are never locked into a specific cluster or major. Successful completion of four of the required courses listed in the template constitutes a major. Do all students have to declare a major? According to the EEDA, all students are expected to declare a major by the end of the tenth grade. However, students are not required to complete a major for graduation. How does a student earn a cluster cord or cords? 1) A student who completes a major (four courses passed) as defined in the Program of Studies catalog may purchase and walk at graduation with a cord representing the School of Study. 2) Each of the four clusters will have a separate color. 3) Students may be completers in more than one major in a cluster, or more than one major in multiple clusters and may wear cords accordingly. 4) Senior transcripts and Individual Graduation Plans will be reviewed to identify qualifying student 13 12

14 Curriculum Templates School of Arts and Humanities Cluster: Arts Major: Choral Music 14 Dance 15 Theatre 16 Instrumental Music 17 Visual Arts 18 Cluster: Audio Visual Technology and Communication Major: Media Technology 19 Digital Art & Design 20 Graphic Communication 21 Journalism 22 Cluster: Humanities Major: Advanced Placement- Interdisciplinary Studies 23 English 24 International Studies 25 Social Studies

15 SCHOOL OF ARTS AND HUMANITIES Cluster of Study: Arts Major: Choral Music Required Core for Graduation English* Math* Science* Social Studies Additional State SAMPLE CORE CHOICES For additional college entrance requirements, refer to the college of your choice. Course selection will depend on satisfying prerequisites English 1 or 2 English 2 or 3 English 3 or 4 English 4, 5, AP Algebra or Geometry Physical Science World Geography Algebra, Geometry or Algebra II Geometry, Algebra II Pre-Calculus Biology Chemistry, PT 1 Environmental Sci. Pre-calculus, Data Analysis, Calculus Chemistry 2, Physics Biology 2 World History US History Government/ Economics Physical Education or JROTC (one unit) Computer Science (one unit) Foreign Language or CATE (one unit) Electives (seven units) Local High School 101 Graduation +Required Courses for Major Complementary Coursework (Minimum of four credits required) Chorus 1, 2, 3, 4 Concert Chorus 1, 2, 3, 4 Humanities Guitar Theatre Band Dance Film and Fiction Extended Learning Opportunity Options Related to Major Shadowing Internships Service Learning Career Mentoring Relevant Competitions Professional Opportunities Upon Graduation High School Diploma 2-Year Associate Degree 4-Year Degree & Higher Musician/Accompanist Singer, Actor Make-up Artist Singer/Song Writer Sound Technician Stage Electrician Singer/Producer/Director Music Therapist Educator Choral Director 15 14

16 SCHOOL OF ARTS AND HUMANITIES Cluster of Study: Arts Major: Dance Required Core for Graduation English* Math* Science* Social Studies Additional State SAMPLE CORE CHOICES For additional college entrance requirements, refer to the college of your choice. Course selection will depend on satisfying prerequisites English 1 or 2 English 2 or 3 English 3 or 4 English 4, 5, AP Algebra or Geometry Physical Science World Geography Algebra, Geometry or Algebra II Geometry, Algebra II Pre-Calculus Biology Chemistry, PT 1 Environmental Sci. Pre-calculus, Data Analysis, Calculus Chemistry 2, Physics Biology 2 World History US History Government/ Economics Physical Education or JROTC (one unit) Computer Science (one unit) Foreign Language or CATE (one unit) Electives (seven units) Local High School 101 Graduation +Required Courses for Major Complementary Coursework (Minimum of four credits required) Introduction to Dance (phased out in ) Dance1,2,3,4 Theatre 1 Theatre 2, 3, 4 Fall Band Physical Conditioning 1, 2 Film and Fiction, Chorus Humanities Sports Medicine Extended Learning Opportunity Options Related to Major Shadowing Internships Service Learning Career Mentoring Relevant Competitions Professional Opportunities Upon Graduation High School Diploma 2-Year Associate Degree 4-Year Degree & Higher Dancer Dance Instructor Dancer Choreographer Dance Instructor Dance Studio Educator Choreographer Dancer, Producer Movement Therapist 16 15

17 SCHOOL OF ARTS AND HUMANITIES Cluster of Study: Arts Major: Theatre Required Core for Graduation English* SAMPLE CORE CHOICES For additional college entrance requirements, refer to the college of your choice. Course selection will depend on satisfying prerequisites English 1 or 2 English 2 or 3 English 3 or 4 English 4, 5, or AP Math* Science* Social Studies Algebra or Geometry Physical Science World Geography Algebra, Geometry or Algebra II Geometry, Algebra II Pre-Calculus Biology Chemistry, PT 1 Environmental Sci. Pre-calculus, Data Analysis, Calculus Chemistry 2, Physics Biology 2 World History US History Government/ Economics Additional State Physical Education or JROTC (one unit) Computer Science (one unit) Foreign Language or CATE (one unit) Electives (seven units) Local High School 101 Graduation +Required Courses for Major Complementary Coursework (Minimum of four credits required) Theatre 1, 2, 3, 4 (Third level required) Dance Chorus 1 Dance 1, 2, 3, Chorus Model UN, Art Courses AV Technology 1, 2, 3, 4 Film and Fiction Creative Writing Public Speaking Extended Learning Opportunity Options Related to Major Shadowing Internships Service Learning Career Mentoring Relevant Competitions Professional Opportunities Upon Graduation High School Diploma 2-Year Associate Degree 4-Year Degree & Higher Musician/Accompanist Actor, Singer Make-up Artist Set Design Technician Costume Technician Sound/lighting Technician Stage Electrician Actor/Producer/Director Music Therapist Educator Choral Director 17 16

18 SCHOOL OF ARTS AND HUMANITIES Cluster of Study: Arts Major: Instrumental Music Required Core for Graduation English* SAMPLE CORE CHOICES For additional college entrance requirements, refer to the college of your choice. Course selection will depend on satisfying prerequisites English 1 or 2 English 2 or 3 English 3 or 4 English 4, 5, or AP Math* Science* Social Studies Algebra or Geometry Physical Science World Geography Algebra, Geometry or Algebra II Geometry, Algebra II Pre-Calculus Biology Chemistry, PT 1 Environmental Sci. Pre-calculus, Data Analysis, Calculus Chemistry 2, Physics Biology 2 World History US History Government/ Economics Additional State Physical Education or JROTC (one unit) Computer Science (one unit) Foreign Language or CATE (one unit) Electives (seven units) Local High School 101 Graduation +Required Courses for Major Complementary Coursework (Minimum of 4 credits required) Fall Band (10, 11, 12) Wind Symphony Symphonic Band Concert Band Physical Conditioning JROTC Dance Chorus Guitar Extended Learning Opportunity Options Related to Major Shadowing Internships Service Learning Career Mentoring Relevant Competitions Professional Opportunities Upon Graduation High School Diploma 2-Year Associate Degree 4-Year Degree & Higher Musician Accompanist Music Related Retail Sales Musician Accompanist Sound/Lighting Technician Stage Electrician Musician/Producer/Director Music Therapist Educator Band Director Composer 18 17

19 SCHOOL OF ARTS AND HUMANITIES Cluster of Study: Arts Major: Visual Arts Required Core for Graduation English* SAMPLE CORE CHOICES For additional college entrance requirements, refer to the college of your choice. Course selection will depend on satisfying prerequisites English 1 or 2 English 2 or 3 English 3 or 4 English 4, 5, or AP Math* Science* Social Studies Algebra or Geometry Physical Science World Geography Algebra, Geometry or Algebra II Geometry, Algebra II Pre-Calculus Biology Chemistry, PT 1 Environmental Sci. Pre-calculus, Data Analysis, Calculus Chemistry 2, Physics Biology 2 World History US History Government/ Economics Additional State Physical Education or JROTC (one unit) Computer Science (one unit) Foreign Language or CATE (one unit) Electives (seven units) Local High School 101 Graduation +Required Courses for Major Complementary Coursework (Minimum of 4 credits required) Drawing 1, 2 Painting 1, 2 3-D Design, Photography Portfolio Art Ceramics 1, 2 AP Studio Art (2D, 3D, and/or Drawing) Digital Art and Design 1-4 Graphics 2 Humanities AV Technology Creative Writing Extended Learning Opportunity Shadowing Internships Service Learning Career Mentoring Relevant Competitions Displays Shows Professional Opportunities Upon Graduation High School Diploma 2-Year Associate Degree 4-Year Degree & Higher Artist Photographer Craft Artist Florist Cartoonist Graphic Illustrator Interior Designer Fashion Designer Art Educator Photojournalist Curator/Gallery Manager Art Therapist 19 18

20 SCHOOL OF ARTS AND HUMANITIES Cluster of Study: AV Technology and Communication Major: Media Technology Required Core for Graduation English* Math* Science* Social Studies Additional State SAMPLE CORE CHOICES For additional college entrance requirements, refer to the college of your choice English 1 or 2 English 2 or 3 English 3 or 4 English 4, 5, AP Algebra or Geometry Physical Science World Geography Algebra, Geometry or Algebra II Geometry, Algebra II Pre-Calculus Biology Chemistry, PT 1 Environmental Sci. Pre-calculus, Data Analysis, Calculus Chemistry 2, Physics Biology 2 World History US History Government/ Economics Physical Education or JROTC (one unit) Computer Science (one unit) Foreign Language or CATE (one unit) Electives (seven units) Local High School 101 Graduation +Required Courses for Major Complementary Coursework (Minimum of 4 credits required) Media Technology 1 Media Technology 2 Media Technology 3 Media Technology 4 (FM) Introduction to Journalism Graphics (FM) Digital Art and Design (NF) Photography Public Speaking Marketing Theatre Extended Learning Opportunity Options Related to Major Shadowing Internships Service Learning Career Mentoring Relevant Competitions Professional Opportunities Upon Graduation High School Diploma 2-Year Associate Degree 4-Year Degree & Higher Screen Printer Retail Sales Editor Boom/Camera Operator Assistant Producer Online Editor Editor Retail Sales Manager Videographer. Production Supervisor Creative Director Sales Representative Segment Producer Writer, Analyst, Reporter 20 19

21 SCHOOL OF ARTS AND HUMANITIES Cluster of Study: AV Technology and Communication Major: Digital Art and Design Required Core for Graduation English* Math* Science* Social Studies Additional State SAMPLE CORE CHOICES For additional college entrance requirements, refer to the college of your choice. Course selection will depend on satisfying prerequisites English 1 or 2 English 2 or 3 English 3 or 4 English 4, 5, AP Algebra or Geometry Physical Science Algebra, Geometry or Algebra II Geometry, Algebra II Pre-Calculus Biology Chemistry, PT 1 Environmental Sci. Pre-calculus, Data Analysis, Calculus Chemistry 2, Physics Biology 2 World Geography World History US History Government/ Economics Physical Education or JROTC (one unit) Computer Science (one unit) Foreign Language or CATE (one unit) Electives (seven units) High School 101 Local Graduation +Required Courses for Major (Minimum of four credits required) Digital Art and Design 1 Digital Art and Design 2 Digital Art and Design 3 Digital Art and Design 4 (NF) Complementary Coursework Graphic Communication (FM) Photography, Drawing 1, 2 Introduction to Journalism Newspaper 1, 2 Marketing, Yearbook 1, 2 AV Technology (FM) Broadcast Journalism (NF) Web Page Design Extended Learning Opportunity Options Related to Major Shadowing Internships Service Learning Career Mentoring Relevant Competitions Professional Opportunities Upon Graduation High School Diploma 2-Year Associate Degree 4-Year Degree & Higher Graphics & Printing Operator Technical Computer Support Technician Camera Operator Desktop Publishing Specialist Commercial Photographer Web Page Designer Commercial Graphics Technician Video Editor Publisher Production Manager Graphic Designer Commercial Artist 21 20

22 SCHOOL OF ARTS AND HUMANITIES Cluster of Study: AV Technology and Communication Major: Graphic Communication Required Core for Graduation English* Math* Science* Social Studies Additional State SAMPLE CORE CHOICES For additional college entrance requirements, refer to the college of your choice. Course selection will depend on satisfying prerequisites English 1 or 2 English 2 or 3 English 3 or 4 English 4, 5, AP Algebra or Geometry Physical Science World Geography Algebra, Geometry or Algebra II Geometry, Algebra II Pre-Calculus Biology Chemistry, PT 1 Environmental Sci. Pre-calculus, Data Analysis, Calculus Chemistry 2, Physics Biology 2 World History US History Government/ Economics Physical Education or JROTC (one unit) Computer Science (one unit) Foreign Language or CATE (one unit) Electives (seven units) Local High School 101 Graduation +Required Courses for Major Complementary Coursework (Minimum of 4 credits required) Graphic Communication 1 Graphic Communication 2 Graphic Communication 3 Graphic Communication 4 (FM) Photography, Drawing AV Technology Intro. to Journalism Newspaper Journalism Broadcast Journalism Desktop Publishing Yearbook Journalism Marketing, Web Page Design Digital Art and Design Chemistry Extended Learning Opportunity Options Shadowing Internships Service Learning Career Mentoring Relevant Competitions Professional Opportunities Upon Graduation High School Diploma 2-Year Associate Degree 4-Year Degree & Higher Graphics & Printing Operator Technical Computer Support Technician Camera Operator Desktop Publishing Specialist Commercial Photographer Web Page Designer Commercial Graphics Technician Video Editor Publisher Production Manager Graphic Designer Commercial Artist

23 SCHOOL OF ARTS AND HUMANITIES Cluster of Study: AV Technology and Communication Major: Journalism Required Core for Graduation English* SAMPLE CORE CHOICES For additional college entrance requirements, refer to the college of your choice. Course selection will depend on satisfying prerequisites English 1 or 2 English 2 or 3 English 3 or 4 English 4, 5, AP Math* Science* Social Studies Algebra or Geometry Physical Science World Geography Algebra, Geometry or Algebra II Geometry, Algebra II Pre-Calculus Biology Chemistry, PT 1 Environmental Sci. Pre-calculus, Data Analysis, Calculus Chemistry 2, Physics Biology 2 World History US History Government/ Economics Additional State Physical Education or JROTC (one unit) Computer Science (one unit) Foreign Language or CATE (one unit) Electives (seven units) Local High School 101 Graduation +Required Courses for Major Complementary Coursework (Minimum of four credits required) Introduction to Journalism Newspaper 1, 2, Yearbook 1, 2 Editorship, Broadcast Journalism (NF) or Media Technology (FM) Photography Digital Art and Design or Graphic Communication Creative Writing 1,2 Web Page Design Marketing Media Technology 3-4 Film and Fiction Public Speaking Extended Learning Opportunity Options Related to Major Shadowing Internships Service Learning Career Mentoring Relevant Competitions Professional Opportunities Upon Graduation High School Diploma 2-Year Associate Degree 4-Year Degree & Higher Disc Jockey Layout Designer Broadcast Technician Audio/Video Operator Technical Writer Proofreader Reporter Sound Engineering Technician Journalist Television Anchor Station Manager Media Specialist

24 SCHOOL OF ARTS AND HUMANITIES Cluster of Study: Humanities Major: Advanced Placement: Interdisciplinary Studies Required Core for Graduation English* Math* Science* Social Studies Additional State SAMPLE CORE CHOICES For additional college entrance requirements, refer to the college of your choice. Course selection will depend on satisfying prerequisites English 1 or 2 English 2 or 3 English 3 or 4 English 4, 5, AP Algebra or Geometry Physical Science World Geography Algebra, Geometry or Algebra II Geometry, Algebra II Pre-Calculus Biology Chemistry, PT 1 Environmental Sci. Pre-calculus, Data Analysis, Calculus Chemistry 2, Physics Biology 2 World History US History Government/ Economics Physical Education or JROTC (one unit) Computer Science (one unit) Foreign Language or CATE (one unit) Electives (seven units) Local High School 101 Graduation +Required Courses for Major Complementary Coursework (Minimum of four credits required) AP English Literature AP English Language AP Calculus, AB & BC AP Biology, AP Chemistry AP US History AP Studio Art AP European History AP Statistics AP Environmental Science AP Psychology AP Macroeconomics AP Spanish, AP French Model United Nations Physics Performing and Fine Arts Foreign Language Dual Credit: Government and Economics Teacher Cadet Extended Learning Opportunity Options Related to Major Shadowing Internships Service Learning Career Mentoring Relevant Competitions Professional Opportunities Upon Graduation High School Diploma 2-Year Associate Degree 4-Year Degree & Higher Not applicable Not applicable College Professor, Educator Entrepreneur, CEO,Researcher Medical/Legal Professionals 24 23

25 SCHOOL OF ARTS AND HUMANITIES Cluster of Study: Humanities Major: English Required Core for Graduation English* Math* Science* Social Studies Additional State SAMPLE CORE CHOICES For additional college entrance requirements, refer to the college of your choice. Course selection will depend on satisfying prerequisites English 1 or 2 English 2 or 3 English 3 or 4 English 4, 5, AP Algebra or Geometry Physical Science World Geography Algebra, Geometry or Algebra II Geometry, Algebra II Pre-Calculus Biology Chemistry, PT 1 Environmental Sci. Pre-calculus, Data Analysis, Calculus Chemistry 2, Physics Biology 2 World History US History Government/ Economics Physical Education or JROTC (one unit) Computer Science (one unit) Foreign Language or CATE (one unit) Electives (seven units) Local High School 101 Graduation +Required Courses for Major Complementary Coursework (Minimum of four credits required) Film and Fiction Newspaper 1, 2 Creative Writing 1, 2 Introduction to Journalism Public Speaking, English 5 AP English Literature AP English Language Teacher Cadet Desktop Publishing Theatre Extended Learning Opportunity Options Related to Major Shadowing Internships Service Learning Career Mentoring Relevant Competitions Professional Opportunities Upon Graduation High School Diploma 2-Year Associate Degree 4-Year Degree & Higher Sales Associate Library Assistant Clerical Assistant Receptionist Proofreader Reporter Technical Writer Administrative Assistant Educator Public Relations Writer, Editor Sales & Marketing Lawyer 25 24

26 SCHOOL OF ARTS AND HUMANITIES Cluster of Study: Humanities Major: International Studies Required Core for Graduation English* SAMPLE CORE CHOICES For additional college entrance requirements, refer to the college of your choice. Course selection will depend on satisfying prerequisites English 1 or 2 English 2 or 3 English 3 or 4 English 4, 5, or AP Math* Science* Social Studies Algebra or Geometry Physical Science World Geography Algebra, Geometry or Algebra II Geometry, Algebra II Pre-Calculus Biology Chemistry, PT 1 Environmental Sci. Pre-calculus, Data Analysis, Calculus Chemistry 2, Physics Biology 2 World History US History Government/ Economics Additional State Physical Education or JROTC (one unit) Computer Science (one unit) Foreign Language or CATE (one unit) Electives (seven units) Local Graduation High School 101 +Required Courses for Major (Minimum of four credits required) French 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, AP Spanish 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, AP (*3 rd level of same language required for major) Model United Nations Complementary Coursework Sociology World History World Geography AP European History Extended Learning Opportunity Options Related to Major Shadowing Internships Service Learning Career Mentoring Relevant Competitions Professional Opportunities Upon Graduation High School Diploma 2-Year Associate Degree 4-Year Degree & Higher Tour Guide Military Specialist Travel Agent Customer Service Representative Educator Translator, Interpreter Business Consultant, Sales Military Intelligence

27 SCHOOL OF ARTS AND HUMANITIES Cluster of Study: Humanities Major: Social Studies Required Core for Graduation English* SAMPLE CORE CHOICES For additional college entrance requirements, refer to the college of your choice. Course selection will depend on satisfying prerequisites English 1 or 2 English 2 or 3 English 3 or 4 English 4, 5, or AP Math* Science* Social Studies Algebra or Geometry Physical Science World Geography Algebra, Geometry or Algebra II Geometry, Algebra II Pre-Calculus Biology Chemistry, PT 1 Environmental Sci. Pre-calculus, Data Analysis, Calculus Chemistry 2, Physics Biology 2 World History US History Government/ Economics Additional State Physical Education or JROTC (one unit) Computer Science (one unit) Foreign Language or CATE (one unit) Electives (seven units) Local High School 101 Graduation +Required Courses for Major Complementary Coursework (Minimum of four credits required beyond US History and Gov/Econ) Sociology, Psychology Criminal Justice Law Education History of Sport Pre-AP US History AP US History AP European History AP Psychology Model United Nations Government & Economics DC AP Macroeconomics Mock Trial JROTC Teacher Cadet Foreign Language Extended Learning Opportunity Options Related to Major Shadowing Internships Service Learning Career Mentoring Relevant Competitions Professional Opportunities Upon Graduation High School Diploma 2-Year Associate Degree 4-Year Degree & Higher Tour Guide Docent Civil Servant Paralegal/Legal Assistant Legislative Assistant Court Reporter Civil Servant Social Studies Teacher Social Worker, Public Administration, Legislator, Diplomat, Historian, Lawyer