STUDENT COURSE PLANNING BOOK

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1 GLENWOOD HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT COURSE PLANNING BOOK We are the heart of our community, globally connected and invested in a continuous journey of learning for a lifetime.

2 TABLE OF CONTENTS ACADEMIC INFORMATION Terms to Understand Graduation Requirements. 3 Rigorous Coursework for College Success 4 Physical Education Waiver Policy. 5 Four Year Planning Graph... 5 Career Clusters.. 7 Scheduling Information Course Prerequisites Add/Drop Courses Audit Policy Independent Study Policy Credit for Summer Instruction Individual Educational Options Early Graduation, NCAA Clearinghouse & Dual Credit.. 16 Transfer-Transcript Evaluation Process, Transcript Information & Credits. 19 Course Level Rigor/Expectation Class Rank and Grade Point Average Course Offerings by Grade Level COURSES Business Capital Area Career Center Consumer Education Drivers' Education Family and Consumer Science. 40 Fine Arts/Performing Arts Technology Education English Foreign Language Mathematics Physical Education Science Social Studies Basic Education Study Halls 87 Teacher Internship Program.. 88 Response to Intervention (RtI).. 88 Symbols Business and Marketing Path Arts and Communication Path Health and Human Services Path Science and Technology Path 1

3 TERMS TO UNDERSTAND Prerequisite - A course requirement which must be met before a student can enroll in subsequent coursework. Recommendation - For some courses, certain levels of performance or grades in a prior course are indicators for a student to be successful in a course. If a student does not have a recommended course or grade, he/she can take the course being considered but should be aware that success in that course is questionable. Credit- One-half credit is granted each semester if a passing grade is earned in a class. Classroom driver education and consumer education yields ¼ credit upon successful completion. A minimum of 23 credits are required for graduation. Accreditation North Central Association Illinois State Board of Education Affiliation Capital Area Career Center Sangamon Area Special Education District Springfield District #186 NEW COURSES The following is a list of new courses that will be presented to the Board of Education for approval for the school year. Their availability is subject to Board approval. New Courses Course Number Credits AP Physics credit Digital Media I 433 ½ credit Digital Media II 434 ½ credit Professional Development I-IV 687 ½ credit 2

4 GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS A student must complete a minimum of twenty-three (23) credits of high school work in order to graduate from Glenwood High School. To graduate in four (4) years, a student should strive to earn six (6) credits each year. Credits for graduation are required in the following courses and subject areas: English 4 credits must be in English 4 credits minimum ½ credit writing, ½ credit literature senior year Social Studies ½ credit World History 1 credit U.S. History, ½ credit American Government 2 credits Mathematics (minimum- Algebra and Geometric Concepts) 3 credits Science 2 credits Art, Foreign Language, Business, Music, Tech Ed., Family/Consumer Sci. 1 credit Health Driver Education (classroom) Consumer Education (same semester as Driver s Education) Physical Education or Waiver* ½ credit ¼ credit ¼ credit 3 ½ credits NOTE: Students may be waived from physical education class by approval of the Principal (See Physical Education Waiver Policy) State Law requires that all students take the PSAE exam in order to receive a standard diploma. All students must receive a meets or exceeds standard on the PSAE test, or pass a remedial class in the subject area the student failed to meet or exceed standards, in order to receive a diploma, unless exempt by IEP/504. 3

5 Rigorous Coursework for College Success The more rigorous the high school curriculum, the more likely students are to find success in college according to a report released by the National Center for Education Statistics. Students with a rigorous high school curriculum were found more likely to enroll in four-year college institutions and ultimately attain a bachelor s degree. Other studies have also pointed towards a rigorous curriculum and intense coursework in high school as the strongest indicator of academic preparation. The following is a compilation of suggested curriculum from these reports, course and grade information requested on the ACT profile and the Glenwood Course Book equivalencies. English- (4 credits): Math- (4 credits): Science- (3 credits): Social Studies- (3 credits): Four years of intense coursework English I or Honors English I English II or Honors English II Honors English III or AP Lang/Comp (Eng III) Honors Novels and Rhetoric or Honors Brit Lit/Rhetoric or AP Lit/Comp Including one year beyond Algebra II Algebra I Geometry Honors Algebra II/Trig Honors Pre-Calculus or AP Calculus or AP Statistics Including Biology, Chemistry and Physics Physical Science Biology or Honors Biology Chemistry, Honors Biology/AP Biology or Honors Chemistry or AP Chemistry Conceptual Physics, AP Physics 1 or AP Physics 2 Three years of intense coursework Honors World History (W. History 1/2 credit required 2010 and after) AP European History AP US History (US History is a required class) Am. Govt. - (Required Class) And Economics, AP Economics or Psychology Foreign Language- (3 credits): French I+II, Honors French III+IV, AP French German I+II, Honors German III+IV, AP German Spanish I+II Honors Spanish III+IV, AP Spanish Recommended- (1 credit): At least one credit in AP (Advanced Placement) 4

6 PHYSICAL EDUCATION WAIVER POLICY 105ILCS 5/27-6 of the School Code provides circumstances by which school districts can authorize student exemption from daily physical education by official school board policy. Exemptions from physical education instruction at the 11 th and 12 th grade levels may be granted for those students in the following situations: Any 11 th or 12 th grade student who participates in an interscholastic athletic program. a. Interscholastic athletic programs do not include other activities such as cheerleading, pompon squads, etc. b. The student athlete may take an extra class in place of physical education if he/she wishes. If the substitute class is a semester long course, the student may complete that class regardless of the length of the sport season. Students who do not substitute an extra class are expected to be reassigned to physical education as soon as their particular sport season has ended. Any 11 th or 12 th grade student who, in order to be granted admission to a specific institution of high learning, must complete a specific academic course not included in existing state or local graduation standards. Exemptions cannot be given for general college prep coursework, accelerated courses, etc. Any 11 th or 12 th grade student who lacks sufficient course credit or lacks one or more specific courses, and must enroll in a class other than physical education in order to meet state and/or local graduation requirements, provided that failure to take such courses will result in the pupil being unable to graduate. All students (9-12) may apply for an exemption from PE if they are enrolled in Marching Band or Show Choir. PE Waivers are available from your guidance counselor. 5

7 GLENWOOD HIGH SCHOOL Four-Year Plan Name: Daily Schedule- 7 Periods + lunch Career Goal: College Graduation Freshman Sophomore Junior Senior Subject Prep Credits Credits 1st Sem 2nd Sem 1st Sem 2nd Sem 1st Sem 2nd Sem 1st Sem 2nd Sem 4 English 4 Lit & Comp 3 Mathematics 3 Through Algebra II 3 Science 2 Lab Sciences 3 Social Studies 2 2 Art, Tech Ed., (Some schools Business, Music 1 For. Lang., Family require 2 yrs Consumer Science, Foreign Lang.) Other Electives Health.5 Consumer Ed..25 Drivers Ed..25 P. E Credits Sub Total Required Total 6

8 Career Clusters 1. Agriculture and Natural Resources 2. Architecture and Construction 3. Arts, A/V Technology and Communications 4. Business and Administration 5. Education and Training 6. Finance 7. Government and Public Administration 8. Health Science 9. Hospitality and Tourism 10. Human Services 11. Information Technology 12. Law and Public Safety 13. Manufacturing 14. Retail/Wholesale Sales and Service 15. Scientific Research and Engineering 16. Transportation, Distribution and Logistics Some suggested, related courses available at Glenwood High School and CACC: 1. Agriculture and Natural Resources Physical Science Chemistry Energy/Electrical Technology Recordkeeping Intro to Business Cabinet Making/Carpentry I + II Ag and Industrial Mechanics Power Equipment and Technology 2. Architecture and Construction Engineering Concepts Architectural Drawing Cabinet Making/Carpentry I + II Housing/Living Environments Building Trades Technical Communications I-IV Electrical/ Heating/Ventilating Air Conditioning I + II 3. Arts, A/V Tech and Communications Visual Arts Visual Design I + II Drawing Media Design Watercolor Acrylics Sculpture Ceramics I + II Drawing and Painting Studio Art Cartoon and Comic Art Digital Photography I + II Performing Arts Theatre Fundamentals of Stage Production Theatre Arts Humanities I + II Psychology Speech Vocal or Instrumental Symphonic Band Percussion Ensemble Mixed Chorus Show Choir Concert Choir Music Theory Audio/Visual Tech Digital Media I + II Sports Broadcasting I-IV Broadcast Journalism I-IV Digital Photography I + II Print Communications Information Processing Media Design Yearbook I-IV Honors Media Internship Journalism I + II 4. Business and Administration Intro to Business Entrepreneurship/Management Business Technology Specialist I + II 5. Education and Training Information Processing Computer Applications Foreign Language Speech Intro to Social Sciences Psychology Sociology 6. Finance Accounting Personal Finance and Investments Economics 7 Government and Public Administration Civics American Government 7

9 World Affairs Economics 8. Health Science Health Biology Anatomy and Physiology Psychology Health Occupations I Pharmacy Technician Training 9. Hospitality and Tourism Family and Consumer Science Foods I + II Interior Design Geography Business Law Marketing International Business Entrepreneurship/Management Foreign Language Culinary Arts I + II 10. Human Services Psychology Sociology Child Development Parenting Early Childhood Care and Education I + II Cosmetology I + II 11. Information Technology Information Processing Computer Applications Internet/Web Page Design A+ Computer Tech Excel and Power Point for MOUS Visual Basic Cisco Academy I + II 12. Law and Public Safety Civics Psychology Business Law Sociology World Affairs Law Enforcement I + II 13. Manufacturing Engineering Concepts in Manufacturing Engineering Concepts in Energy Chemistry Conceptual Physics Electrical/Heating, Ventilating and Air Conditioning I + II Power Equipment and Tech I + II Welding I + II 14. Retail/Wholesale Sales and Service Intro to Business Marketing Interrelated Cooperative Ed. I + II Family and Consumer Science Fashion Design I + II + III 15. Scientific Research and Engineering Chemistry Physics Science Independent Study 16. Transportation Distribution and Logistics Transportation Technology Collision Repair I + II Welding I + II Auto Tech and Servicing I + II Power Equipment Technology I + II 8

10 Career Clusters The U.S. Department of Education and Illinois State Board of Education have established 16 Career Clusters that reflect virtually all entry-level through professional level occupations in a broad industry area. These career clusters provide pathways as an organizing tool for students, parents, teachers and counselors to identify student interests and goals for the future. In addition to selecting courses for high school graduation and/or college admission, students prepare for the workforce of the future. The 16 clusters and sample occupations for each are: Agricultural and Natural Resources Food Scientist Environmental Engineer Agriculture Teacher Animal Scientist Biochemist Veterinarian Assistant Business and Administration Human Resource Administrator Administrative Specialist Financial Analyst International Trade Manager Entrepreneur Accountant Education and Training Teacher Principal School Counselor College Professor Corporate Trainer Coach Health Science Pediatrician Physical Therapist Radiologic Technologist Occupational Therapist Medical Assistant Hospital Administrator Arts, A/V Tech and Communication Actor Video Producer Journalist Audio Engineer Telecommunications Technologist Printing/Graphics Technologist Architecture and Construction Contractor Architect Electrician Heavy Equipment Operator Carpenter Plumber Finance Stock Broker Banker Insurance Agent Financial Planner Loan Officer Tax Examiner Hospitality and Tourism Lodging Manager Chef Travel and Tourism Manager Food Service Manager Restaurant Manager Leisure and Entertainment Manager Human Services Social Worker Psychologist Child Care Worker Substance Abuse Specialist Employment Specialist Psychotherapist Law and Public Safety Attorney Firefighter Police Officer Judge Paramedic Paralegal Government and Public Administration Legislator City Manager Policy/Budget Analyst Recreation/Parks Director State/Federal Agency Director Urban/Regional Planner 9

11 Scientific Research/Engineering Chemical Engineer Mathematician Bio Technologist Electrical Engineer Biologist Oceanographer Information Technology Software Engineer Network Administrator Web Designer/Developer Database Manager Technical Writer Multimedia Producer Manufacturing Machinist Manufacturing Engineer Automated Process Technician Production Engineer/Technician Welding Technician Quality Technician Retail/Wholesale Sales and Service Sales Associate Interior Designer Marketing Director Buyer Real Estate Broker Customer Service Representative Transportation Distribution and Logistics Pilot Automotive Technician Logistics Manager Flight Attendant Warehouse Manager Truck Driver 10

12 SCHEDULING INFORMATION General Education Students interested in fulfilling general high school graduation requirements may do so with emphasis from several areas. Majors (3 years of study) may be completed in art, business, family and consumer science, technology education or music, as well as the standard areas of English, foreign language, mathematics, science, or social studies. Students are encouraged to take as much coursework in the area(s) of their interest as possible to prepare them for early employment and provide skills for successful establishment and maintenance of home and family. College Preparatory Education Flexibility and a broad academic base of core courses (English, mathematics, science, social studies and foreign language) provide the best program for a student preparing for college. A minimum of 15 credits in college preparatory (standard, honors and AP) courses is typically required for admission to most colleges. State universities in Illinois may vary slightly in their admission requirements, but the following high school subject pattern is considered the minimum for admissions. See page 5 for more details on suggested course of study. 4 years of English (emphasizing written and oral communications and literature); 3 years of social studies (emphasizing history and government); 3 years of mathematics (Algebra I, Geometry and Algebra II); 3 years of laboratory sciences; and 2 years of electives in art, business, family/consumer science, foreign language, music or vocational/tech education. 11

13 COURSE PREREQUISITES Certain courses at GHS require permission of the instructor and/or previous coursework in the field in order to register for a particular class. The Guidance Department will make every effort to make sure that prerequisites are met. However, students must be aware that they have a responsibility in seeing that they have taken the appropriate prerequisites before they register for classes. All appropriate information as concerns prerequisites is listed in the course description guide. Students need to read the Course Description Book carefully and understand that they are responsible for its contents including but not limited to all course prerequisites. Should the school discover a student is enrolled in a class without the proper prerequisite; every effort will be made to transfer the student to the appropriate class in order to fulfill prerequisite requirements. If this discovery occurs after the first 10 days of class, the student(s) will be allowed to continue with the course until the end of the current semester. At the end of the semester the student will be given the following options. 1. He/she may withdraw from a full year class with no penalty and receive 1/2 credit if earned. 2. He/she may have credit placed in escrow until the appropriate prerequisites are met after which full credit would be awarded. 3. If a student has senior status, he/she may petition the department chairperson to waive the prerequisites for the class. This would only be considered if the student needs the credit for graduation or college admission. 4. A letter of understanding shall be signed by the student, parents and appropriate school personnel laying out all conditions and responsibilities if credit is placed in escrow and if the department chairperson waives prerequisites. 12

14 ADD/DROPS All curriculum classes will be expected to have a minimum number of fifteen (15) students in order to run each semester. Special Education and intervention classes may be exempt from this requirement per IEP and RTI criteria. Classes with low enrollment will be reviewed and examined by the Guidance Department and administration during spring scheduling and prior to each semester to determine if the course will be offered and is in the best interest of the District. Students may not withdraw from a course if the drop reduces the class size below fifteen (15). A student may be allowed to drop a class putting enrollment below fifteen (15) if the student is in need of a graduation requirement and approved by the Guidance Department and administration. Schedule Change Policy Students are encouraged to turn in their schedule selection sheets to their Counselors by the designated deadline to ensure they can get in to the classes they select. This process takes place in January. Students and Parents are advised to refer to the Student Course Planning Book when making selections to view course descriptions/pre-requisites/ and recommendations. Students may make course selection changes prior to the first day of school. No schedule changes will be made once school begins. Exceptions will be made ONLY for the following reasons: 1) Received academic credit for a summer school course 2) Not meeting a pre-requisite course requirement 3) Master schedule conflict For example, two SH s in one semester; two classes of the same course in one semester; missing a class period; missing a lunch; etc. 4) Courses needed to meet graduation requirements 5) Seniors attending LLCC for part of the day. Seniors must provide proof of registration and payment prior to making a schedule change. It is the responsibility of the student to make sure LLCC can fit in to their high school schedule. This must be done PRIOR to the start of each semester at GHS. The student will only be able to attend LLCC if required course work/credits can be obtained, this includes whether or not there are available openings to make schedule changes to allow the LLCC class. Students do NOT receive high school credit while taking a course at LLCC. 6) Students enrolled in a class where multiple levels exist may request a level change within the first five (5) days of each semester. The change MUST be a level change for the same course. Level changes are a team decision and based on the student s ability to understand the material and NOT whether the student is being successful in the current class. Balancing classes may continue after school starts which may result in room changes or class period changes. Once first semester has begun, students may request ONE schedule change, with parent approval, for second semester under the following parameters: 1) Students may replace a yearlong course with a semester long class if the first semester was not completed successfully because the course material was beyond the scope of the student s ability. 2) Students currently enrolled in a study hall may enroll in a second semester class if there is availability 3) Students may drop a second semester elective for a study hall. 13

15 Schedule Changes will NOT be made for the following reasons (this is strongly enforced): 1) Lunch time preference 2) Teacher preference 3) Requesting a particular class during a particular period 4) Study Hall requested during a particular period Students may only have ONE Study Hall per semester. If a student who does not have a study hall drops a course once school has begun to be replaced with a study hall, that student will receive an F for the semester. The only exception to this would be if the drop is teacher or administrator initiated. If a student is administratively removed from the class for repeated misbehaviors, an F will be recorded for the semester grade. AUDIT POLICY Upon rare occasions, a student at Glenwood High School may wish to request permission to audit a class (attend without credit). This request, if granted, will be allowed only one time during a students' academic career. A student may request to audit a semester course or a full year course but will not be granted more than one request. A student may not request to audit 2 single semester courses. A course required for graduation may not be audited. No Audits will be granted once a course is in session. The request for audit must be made in writing on a form provided by the Guidance Office or the Principal. A rationale must be listed on the form as to why the audit is necessary. Permission to audit will only be granted when an acceptable reason is provided. The determination of what is acceptable will be made by the instructor, department chair, and the administrator in charge of scheduling and grade reporting. Permission to audit will not be granted to avoid having a course figure into the weighted G.P.A. that affects class rank. In all circumstances, a student taking the course for a grade will be given priority over a student requesting an audit. If a class is at capacity, audits will not be allowed. It will be the position of the administration that permission to audit a class will be difficult to obtain and that compelling reasons or extenuating circumstances must exist in order for audit approval to be granted. 14

16 INDEPENDENT STUDY POLICY Independent study classes may be offered at the discretion of the teacher and the approval of the department coordinator, principal and counselor. The purpose of independent study is to explore curricula not included in the regular Glenwood High School offerings. Courses offered in the Course Description booklet which meet minimum enrollment standards are not subject to independent study. The Independent Study Form and the Independent Study Contract must be secured from the principal. First semester independent study courses shall be approved by May 15. Second semester independent study courses shall be approved by November 15. Guidelines: ½ credit per semester shall be granted tracking level declared at time of application class period determined at time of application minimum of 5 periods of individualized instruction each week time given shall be teacher's prep period or outside teaching day A student has exhausted all courses in the area of study prior to application. CREDIT FROM SUMMER INSTRUCTION It is the general policy of GHS not to accept credit from private tutoring. However, upon occasion special needs students may have their program extended over the summer. In this case, any special needs student who receives credit from instruction must receive at least 30 hours per course of contact time per ½ credit earned. This hourly requirement shall be increased proportionally as reflected by the amount of credit issued, i.e., 1 credit will require 60 hours. This policy does not apply to homebound instruction that is a medical necessity nor does it apply to any recognized summer school program that is sanctioned by Glenwood High School. Correspondence courses will not be defined as summer school courses. INDIVIDUAL EDUCATIONAL OPTIONS Glenwood High School offers a diversity of courses for student selection. This variety of offerings enables practically all students to choose a four-year schedule that will fit their desires and needs. On occasion, one may require a specific Individual Educational Option. A student's counselor will help the student explore the particular option desired. The list includes several options: Glenwood Adult Education - High school students may attend, but no credit will be granted toward high school graduation. All expenses are paid by student. Adult and Continuing Education (Lawrence Adult Education Center) Seniors obtaining a "permit to enter" may register for classes to earn credit toward high school graduation. Cost is currently $ for each ½ unit course. Certain exceptions are made for students out of school. Classes usually meet 2 nights per week. Correspondence Study - Recommended for enrichment rather than requirements, courses through approved correspondence schools may be applied toward graduation. A maximum of two (2) credits will be accepted. Prior approval must be given by the high school principal. Correspondence is only available to students who have completed a second full semester of high school. All work and exams must be completed by May 1 st for credit. Approved correspondence course credits will count in graduation credit calculations and will be denoted with a pass/fail grade. No grade or credit earned for the completion of a correspondence course will be used in the calculation of the student s weighted or un-weighted GPA. No credits earned for correspondence courses will count in the calculation for early graduation eligibility. The student will assume responsibility for all fees. 15

17 General Educational Development Program (G.E.D.) - For students who have not completed graduation requirements, this program required minimum scores on five different tests. Also, certain criteria must be met before a student is eligible to take the G.E.D. Independent Study - With agreement of a faculty member, counselor, principal, and student, a special course may be developed for an individual student. A contract is prepared between the teacher and student, and the student assumes full responsibility for fulfilling the contract. Off Campus Instruction - High school courses not offered at Glenwood may be taken at another high school if appropriate arrangements can be made. The student is responsible for obtaining school counselor approval before enrolling in the course. Tuition will be charged to the student. College Courses - Students desiring to take college courses while still enrolled in high school may do so if such does not interfere with the regular high school program leading to graduation. Seniors, with high school requirements complete, permission forms signed by parents and the principal, and demonstrating the ability to benefit from college work are good candidates to pursue this program. Tuition will be paid by the student. Summer School - Ball-Chatham District #5 offers several courses in the summer. A summer school course book will be published in the spring each year. Students may take a maximum of two (2) courses (1 credit) per summer sessions and must pay summer school tuition. Summer School courses offered at Glenwood High School must be taken at GHS unless approved by high school principal. Early Graduation - Students who will have successfully completed graduation requirements after seven (7) semesters may petition to graduate early. Applications must be submitted to the Principal prior to April 15 th of the students junior year. Early graduates must take full responsibility to make arrangements with the high school office for anything pertaining to the graduation ceremony (i.e., announcements, cap and gown, graduation practices, etc.) No credits earned for correspondence courses will count in the calculation for early graduation eligibility. Any student enrolled in an approved off-campus course to fulfill graduation requirements must show documentation of completion of such course(s) by the last day of the seventh semester. Failure to produce this documentation will result in denial of the early graduation petition. The student and a parent will schedule a conference with the principal and the senior counselor prior to April 15 th of the students junior year. At the conference the student should be prepared to justify his/her request to graduate early. NCAA Clearinghouse Student-athletes desiring to participate in NCAA Division I or Division II athletics must prove academic eligibility through the NCAA Clearinghouse. Requirements include core course completion, minimum core course grade point average and minimum ACT and SAT score. More information is available from the student s counselor. Please visit for more information. 16

18 DUAL CREDIT-Jump Start Program with Lincoln Land Community College Lincoln Land Community College and Glenwood High School have an established relationship that allows students to earn college credit while still in high school. All students taking Dual Credit courses must be of the junior or senior status. Please visit the following website for additional information: Guidelines: Courses are college-level courses and are of the same high quality, cover the same content, and have the same rigor as courses offered at the college s main or regional center campuses. Courses can be taken for college and high school credit. Students must enroll as LLCC students. Students will be subject to all LLCC placement, enrollment, grading, and records policies and procedures. All instructors of dual credit courses must meet Illinois Community College Board (ICCB) and LLCC qualifications. Dual credit courses use LLCC textbooks and outlines (unless otherwise approved by an LLCC Dean). Requirements: 1. High school students who are qualified to take college-level courses and meet the enrollment criteria are eligible to participate in the Dual Credit Program. 2. Students taking dual credit courses will be subject to all LLCC placement, enrollment, grading, and records policies and procedures. A college transcript will be generated. Students must be able to complete college level coursework. Students must be high school juniors or seniors at the time the term begins. Students wishing to withdraw from a class must notify their instructor to drop the class on or before the deadline (deadlines available on "Important Dates" webpage). A W for withdraw will appear on the students transcript. 3. Student admission requirements for LLCC and the Dual Credit Program are the following: Students desiring to enroll in any course with established prerequisites in reading, English and/or mathematics shall be assessed in the relevant subject area(s). All students must be assessed UNLESS: a. The student holds a degree at the bachelor s level or above; b. The student has already achieved grades of C or better in a college-level English course (COM 111, its equivalent, or above) and a college-level mathematics course (MAT 104, or its equivalent, or above) from any accredited college or university, or The student has earned ACT scores of 22 or better in English, mathematics and reading, or SAT scores of 480 or better in verbal and mathematics Appropriate alternative test procedures can be arranged for any student with a documented physical or learning disability. Students are allowed one retake of the placement tests or a portion thereof upon the recommendation of an LLCC academic advisor, counselor, regional center executive director, or department dean. 17

19 Benefits: Courses are tuition-free for students taking a dual credit course taught during the high school day by a high school instructor as part of the regular teaching load. Students get a head start on their college education. Dual credit entices students not to choose early graduation. Students who take college-level courses while in a high school adapt more easily to college curriculum. Courses offered in district high schools make college more accessible to area high school students. The Dual Credit Program provides an incentive for students to pursue a college degree when financial obstacles might otherwise prevent them from doing so. Enrollment in the Dual Credit Program can reduce the students costs in tuition payment after they complete high school and enroll in a college or university. Credit earned is posted as college credit on an official LLCC transcript. What Students Need to Know about Dual Credit: Dual credit courses are college courses. Students are expected to complete the required course work and will be evaluated based on course requirements. Extra credit is not an option. Students must meet the requirements of the college course (placement testing scores, ACT scores), if applicable, in order to enroll in dual credit. Students must follow the enrollment and withdraw deadlines set by LLCC. Student should verify their dual credit registration via WebAdvisor Students who withdraw from a dual credit course may experience problems in the future with federal college financial aid. Dual credit grades will be posted to your LLCC college transcript. College earned GPA may be used as a decision criteria for awarding scholarships or determining acceptance into special college programs. Dropping a Dual Credit Course: Please note that taking Dual Credit courses is equivalent of enrolling in a college course and will be treated as such by Lincoln Land Community College. Be advised that when a student withdraws from a college course and receives a W on a transcript, the decision can affect eligibility for future financial aid from ANY college or university. In order to be eligible for financial aid, the student transcript must indicate success in 70 percent of the courses for which the student originally registered. Please discuss this topic with your guidance counselor and instructor before making a final decision to drop the course. Dual Credit Fee: A Dual Credit student fee may be charged to enroll in one or more Dual Credit courses at Glenwood High School on a yearly basis. The Board of Education will determine an appropriate fee at a later date. Students who qualify for free-lunch services will have this fee waived. In other situations where students are unable to provide payment due to financial hardship, payment plans or scholarship opportunities can be granted. Please check with your student s Guidance Counselor for more information. Dual Credit fees will be used to offset costs of LLCC textbooks and course resources. 18

20 TRANSFER- TRANSCRIPT EVALUATION PROCESS Transcripts of students transferring into Glenwood High School with accumulated high school credit will be evaluated as follows for grade weighting: Courses indicated as Advanced Placement will be given 6 weight credit. Courses indicated as Honors will be given Glenwood High School corresponding honors credit by class, 5.5 weight. Courses indicated as Standard will be given 4 weight credit. Courses indicated as Special Education will be given 3 weight credit. Courses not indicated as AP, Honors, Remedial or Special Education will be given 5 weight (College Prep) credit. Unless indicated as AP, Honors or Remedial, courses such as Chemistry and Physics will be given Glenwood High School College Prep (5) weight. Courses not offered at Glenwood High School will be given College Prep (5) weight credit, unless indicated as AP, Honors, Remedial or Special education. Religion will not be given credit. TRANSCRIPT INFORMATION Nearly all post-secondary institutions in the United States require that standardized testing scores are submitted during the admissions process. Colleges usually accept as official, the scores that Glenwood High School places on the transcript. Therefore, no other scores need be sent. Parents and students who are at least 18 years of age may request that standardized test scores be removed from transcripts prepared by Glenwood High School before being released to colleges. If test scores are removed from the transcript, families will nearly always be required by the college, to send standardized test scores directly from the testing agency. If there are questions about whether a post-secondary institution requires standardized testing scores to be sent directly from the testing agency, it is advised to contact the college or university. CREDITS One - half credit is granted each semester if a passing grade is earned in a class. Classroom driver education and consumer education yields ¼ credit upon successful completion. A minimum of 23 credits are required for graduation. 19

21 COURSE LEVEL RIGOR/EXPECTATIONS ADVANCED PLACEMENT COURSES Students must complete the course to get AP credit- if dropped it is set at honors weight. Students in Advanced Placement courses can expect the following: Courses are much more demanding and rigorous, and therefore more difficult, than other courses. Students can expect the subject matter to be studied intensively and in depth. They can expect to be required to work independently and to have challenging homework. They may have on-going papers and/or projects assigned frequently. Students will be required to participate fully with other members of the class in the exploration and study of the subject matter. Students in Advanced Placement courses can expect to be held to a higher standard with regard to their knowledge of the subject matter as well as to the application of their knowledge. They can expect their grade for the course to be based primarily upon how well they can apply their knowledge of the subject matter in a variety of assessment formats and using the following grading criteria: All final exams for Advanced Placement courses should be in the same general format as the College Board AP exam for that course. Examples: Foreign languages must include a graded speaking component and history classes must include a Document Based Question as part of their final exams. Students who successfully complete an Advanced Placement exam may qualify for college credit subject to the discretion of the institute of higher education. Students are responsible for investigating the acceptance policy at each institution. HONOR COURSES Students in honor courses can expect the following: Honors courses are much more demanding and rigorous, and therefore more difficult, than college preparatory courses. Students can expect the subject matter to be studied intensively and in depth. They can expect to be required to work independently and to have challenging homework. They may have on-going papers and/or projects assigned frequently. Students will be required to participate fully with other members of the class in the exploration and study of the subject matter. Students in honors courses can expect to be held to a higher standard with regard to their knowledge of the subject matter as well as to the application of their knowledge. They can expect their grade for the course to be based primarily upon how well they can apply their knowledge of the subject matter in a variety of assessment formats. 20

22 COLLEGE PREPARATORY COURSES Students in college preparatory courses can expect the following: College Preparatory courses are demanding and prepare students for further advanced study of the subject matter. Students can expect that the subject matter will be studied intensively and in depth. They can expect to have homework assigned routinely and to possibly have on-going papers and/or projects assigned occasionally. Students will be required to participate fully with other members of the class in the exploration and study of the subject matter. Students will be required to acquire knowledge of the subject matter, demonstrate a willingness to apply their knowledge, and apply their knowledge with considerable skill. They can expect a significant portion of their grade to be based upon how well they can apply their knowledge of the subject matter in a variety of assessment formats. STANDARD COURSES Students in standard courses can expect the following: Standard class curriculum is designed to equip students to advance to college prep level courses and beyond. Standard courses are demanding and require students to learn basic skills and knowledge of subject matter. Students will study the subject matter intensively during class, and homework will be assigned frequently. Students will be required to participate with other members of the class in the exploration and study of the subject matter. Students may be evaluated by a variety of assessment formats and should expect their grade to be based upon their knowledge of the subject matter and proficiency of skills. BASIC COURSES For students in these courses, the curriculum will be based on their IEP (Individualized Education Plan) Please check with your student s counselor or case manager regarding the scheduling of these courses. 21

23 CLASS RANK AND GRADE POINT AVERAGE (GPA) Calculating Grade Point Average GPA: Add grade value for each class and divide by the number of credits attempted. Grades are assigned the following point values: A = 4 B = 3 C = 2 D = 1 F = 0 Sample Report Card Course Grade Grade Value Honors Biology B Honors English I C +2.0 Civics A +4.0 Geometry B +3.0 Athletic Strength & Cond. A In using the sample report card above, grade values = Credit attempts = (semesters) = 3.2 Grade Point Average Weighted Grade Point Average The Weighted Grade Point Average is a numeric system used to rank the scholastic performance of students. Available at Glenwood High School is a weighted GPA for College admission and scholarship purposes. The weighted GPA is based on a 5.0 scale with weights assigned to classes based on the difficulty of the class. The table below shows the grade weight assigned to the various classes. AP Honors* College Prep Standard Basic A A A B B B C C C D D D

24 Sample Report Card Course Grade Weighted Grade Value Honors Biology B 4.5 Honors English I C 3.5 World History II A 5.0 Geometry B 4.0 Athletic Strength & Cond. A 5.0 Total Weighted Points 22.0 Divide by Credit Attempts = 8.8 Divided by 2 (# of semesters) = 4.4 Weighted GPA 4.4 Class Rank Class Rank will be based on the Weighted GPA. The student with the highest Weighted GPA at the end of the 8 th semester shall be ranked number 1, the second highest Weighted GPA will be ranked number 2, and so forth until all members of the class have been assigned a ranking. In addition to this preceding example, the following criteria will apply in determining class rank. Driver s Education is a non-graded course. No points will be earned for this class. A P will be placed on the transcript to indicate that the student has successfully completed this course. N/P will be used to indicate that the course was not passed. If a student passes a class on the first attempt then retakes the class, only the higher grade will be used to compute the Weighted GPA and class rank. Honors classes may receive AP weight if the following conditions are both met. There is no AP or Advanced Honors class available at Glenwood High School in the area. The student takes the AP exam in May, during the year of the class, and scores a 3 or above on the corresponding exam. Freshman Weighted GPA and class rank will not be computed until the end of the second semester. 23

25 COURSE OFFERINGS BY GRADE LEVEL DEPARTMENTS ALPHABETICAL Indicates by IEP only # Indicates possible college credit through Lincoln Land Community College BUSINESS PAGE Information Processing x x x x 304 Basic Keyboarding x x x x 307 Excel and Power Point for MOS x x x x 309 Computer Applications x x x x #317 Visual Basic x x 319 Internet/Web Page Design x x #321 Introduction to Computer Science x x 323 AP Computer Science A x x #325 Accounting x x 331 Business Concepts x x x x 333 Personal Finance and Investments x x x #335 Business Law x x #338 Marketing x x #340 Entrepreneurship/Management x x 341 Cooperative Education I x x 342 Cooperative Education II x 362 Basic Job Skills I x x x x 363 Basic Job Skills II x x x 364 Basic Job Skills III x x 365 Basic Job Skills IV x 366 Basic Work Experience I x x x 367 Basic Work Experience II x x 368 Basic Work Experience III x 369 Basic Work Experience IV x CAPITAL AREA CAREER CENTER PAGE #900 Agricultural and Industrial Mechanics I x x #901 Agricultural and Industrial Mechanics II x #904 Collision Repair Technology I x x #905 Collision Repair Technology II x #906 Auto Technology/Servicing I x x #907 Auto Technology/Servicing II x #910 Building Trades I x x #911 Building Trades II x #916 Emergency Medical Services x #918 Cosmetology I x x #919 Cosmetology II x #920 Culinary Arts I x x #921 Culinary Arts II x 24

26 CAPITAL AREA CAREER CENTER PAGE #924 Early Childhood Care and Education I x x #925 Early Childhood Care and Education II x #928 Health Occupations I x x #930 Electrical, Heating, Ventilating and Air Conditioning I x x #931 Electrical, Heating, Ventilating and Air Conditioning II x #932 Law Enforcement I x x #933 Law Enforcement II x #934 Power Equipment and Technology I x x #935 Power Equipment and Technology II x #936 Welding I x x #937 Welding II x #938 Pharmacy Technician Training I x #939 Pharmacy Technician Training II x #944 Cisco Computer Networking Academy I x x #945 Cisco Computer Networking Academy II x CONSUMER EDUCATION PAGE Consumer Education x x x x 361 Basic Consumer Education x x x x DRIVER EDUCATION PAGE Driver Education x x x x FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCES PAGE Orientation to Family and Consumer Science x x x x 442 Foods and Nutrition I x x x x 443 Creative Sewing x x x x 444 Fashion Design I x x x x 451 Interior Design x x x x 453 Child Development I x x x x 454 Basic Kitchen Economics x x x x 455 Foods and Nutrition II x x x x 456 Fashion Design II x x x x 457 Fashion Design III x x x 460 Child Development II x x x x 465 Adult Living x x FINE ARTS/PERFORMING ARTS PAGE Symphonic / Marching Band x x x x 002 Honors Symphonic / Marching Band x 003 Freshmen Choir x 005 Mixed Choir x x x 007 Show Choir x x x x 009 Concert Choir x x x 010 Honors Concert Choir x 012 Percussion Ensemble x x x x 25

27 FINE ARTS/PERFORMING ARTS PAGE Music Theory I x x x x 017 AP Music Theory II x x x 020 Theatre x x x x 022 Fundamentals of Stage Production x x x x 025 Theatre Arts x x x 028 Humanities I x 029 Humanities II x 030 Drawing x x x x 031 Visual Design I x x x x 032 Ceramics I x x x x 033 Watercolor x x x x 034 Acrylics x x x x 035 Sculpture x x x x 037 Cartoon and Comic Art x x x x 038 Ceramics II x x 039 Adaptive Art I IV x x x x 042 Drawing & Painting x x 044 Visual Design II x x 050 Honors Studio Art x 052 AP Studio Art x TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION PAGE Non-Broadcast Production x x x 404 Broadcast News and Production I x x x 405 Broadcast News and Production II x x x 406 Broadcast News and Production III x x 407 Broadcast News and Production IV x x 408 Sports Broadcasting I x x x 409 Sports Broadcasting II x x x 410 Sports Broadcasting III x x 411 Sports Broadcasting IV x x 415 Engineering Concepts in Transportation x x x x 416 Engineering Concepts in Energy x x x x 417 Engineering Concepts in Manufacturing x x x x 418 Cabinet Making/Carpentry I-Basic Woodworking x x x x 419 Cabinet Making/Carpentry II-Application of Woodworking x x x x 420 Drafting Skills x x x x 422 Mechanical/Civil Engineering x x x x 423 Architectural Structures x x x 426 Digital Photography II x x x 427 Digital Photography I x x x 429 Basic Photography x x 430 Media Design x x x x 433 Digital Media I x x x x 434 Digital Media II x x x x 435 Yearbook I x x x x 436 Yearbook II x x x 437 Yearbook III x x 438 Yearbook IV x 441 Honors Media Internship x x 26

28 ENGLISH PAGE Standard English I x x x x 701 College Prep English I x x x x 705 Honors English I x x x x 710 Standard English II x x x 712 College Prep English II x x x 714 Honors English II x x x 720 Standard English III x x 722 College Prep English III x x 723 Honors English III x x #727 Speech x x 730 AP Language and Composition III x x 731 Standard English IV x #733 Honors Novels and Rhetoric IV x 734 World Literature and Rhetoric IV x 735 Creative Writing x x 737 Honors British Literature and Rhetoric IV x 740 AP Literature and Composition IV x 741 Journalism I x x 742 Journalism II x x 750 Basic English I x x x x 751 Basic English II x x x 752 Basic English III x x 753 Basic English IV x FOREIGN LANGUAGE PAGE French I x x x x 502 French II x x x x 503 Honors French III x x x 504 Honors French IV x x 505 AP French Language V x 511 German I x x x x 512 German II x x x x 513 Honors German III x x x 514 Honors German IV x x 515 AP German Language V x 521 Spanish I x x x x 522 Spanish II x x x x 523 Honors Spanish III x x x 524 Honors Spanish IV x x 525 AP Spanish Language V x 527 Standard Spanish I-A x x x x 528 Standard Spanish I-B x x x 529 Spanish II-A x x x x 530 Spanish II-B x x x 531 Spanish for Native Speakers x x x x 27

29 MATHEMATICS PAGE Standard Algebra I - Part A x x x x 601 Standard Algebra I - Part B x x x 602 Algebra I x x x x 606 Geometry x x x x 610 Geometry Concepts x x x 612 Honors Algebra II / Trigonometry x x x x 613 Algebra II/Trigonometry x x x 615 Algebra II x x x 617 Honors Pre-Calculus x x x 618 Finite Mathematics x x 619 AP Statistics x x 620 AP Calculus AB x x 621 Basic Math I x x x x 622 Basic Math II x x x 623 Basic Math III x x 624 Basic Math IV x 626 AP Calculus BC x x PHYSICAL EDUCATION PAGE Athletic Strength &Conditioning I (9 th Gr. Boys) x 802 Athletic Strength & Conditioning I (9 th Gr. Girls) x 803 Strength & Conditioning I (9 th Grade Coed) x 806 Standard Fitness/Physical Ed. I (9 th Gr. Coed) x 807 Standard Fitness/Physical Ed. II, III+IV (Coed) x x x 814 Strength & Conditioning II, III + IV (Coed) x x x *816 E.B. Athletic Physical Conditioning II, III+IV (Boys) x x x *818 Athletic Physical Conditioning II, III + IV (Girls) x x x 825 Health x 826 Basic Health x x x x 830 Adaptive PE I - IV x x x x *By Permission of instructor only SCIENCE PAGE Standard Chemistry x x x x 201 Standard Physics x x x x 202 Standard Earth Science x x x 203 Standard Biology x x x x 208 Physical Science x x x x 210 Biology I x x x x 211 Honors Biology I x x x x 215 Biology II x x x 217 Chemistry x x x 224 Conceptual Physics x x x 225 Astronomy x x 227 Honors Chemistry x x x 228 Honors Human Anatomy and Physiology x x 231 AP Biology x x x 232 AP Chemistry x x 233 AP Physics 1 x x 28

30 SCIENCE PAGE AP Physics 2 x 240 Honors Science Research Project I (Independent Study) x 241 Honors Science Research Project II (Independent Study) x 242 Honors Science Research Project III (Independent Study) x 243 Honors Science Research Project IV (Independent Study) x 250 Basic Science I x x x x 251 Basic Science II x x x SOCIAL STUDIES PAGE Civics x x x x 102 Introduction to the Social Sciences x x x x 107 World History I x x x x 108 World History II x x x x 109 Honors World History I x x x x 110 Honors World History II x x x x 111 Current Events x x 112 World Geography x x x 113 AP European History x x x #115 Dual Credit United States History x x 116 AP United States History x x 117 Psychology x x 118 Sociology x x 120 American Government x 121 World Affairs x x 122 Economics x x x 124 Honors Historian s Trade x 125 AP Economics x 126 United States History I x x 127 United States History II x x 130 Basic Civics x x 131 Basic World History I x x x x 132 Basic World History II x x x x 133 Basic World Geography x x x 134 Basic U.S. History x x 135 Basic Government x 137 Basic Current Events x x x x BASIC EDUCATION PAGE Basic Independent Living x x 670 Basic Social Development I x x x x 671 Basic Social Development II x x x 672 Basic Social Development III x x 673 Basic Social Development IV x 677 Basic Resource x x x x 687 Basic Professional Development I-IV x x x x 690 Basic Community Based Education I x 29

31 BASIC EDUCATION PAGE Basic Community Based Education II x 692 Basic Community Based Education III x 693 Basic Community Based Education IV x 695 Basic Vocational Based Education I x 696 Basic Vocational Based Education II x 697 Basic Vocational Based Education III x 698 Basic Vocational Based Education IV x 699 Basic Vision & Braille Integration I IV x x x x STUDY HALLS PAGE Study Hall x x x x 880 Free Study Hall x TEACHER INTERNSHIP PROGRAM PAGE Teacher Internship Program x RESPONSE TO INTERVENTION (RTI) PAGE Critical Reading III x x 885 Critical Reading I x x x x 884 Critical Reading II x x x 886 Critical Math I x x x x 30

32 BUSINESS 303 Information Processing ½ credit This course will review good keyboarding techniques. The proper formatting of letters, reports, research papers, and other personal documents will be the focus of this course. Information Processing will be helpful in preparing students to format high school and college research papers. It is strongly recommended for all students. 304 Basic Keyboarding ½ credit Prerequisite: Determination of placement by individual IEPs This introductory class will introduce students to the basics of the computer. The class focus includes: correct placement of fingers on the keyboard, turning the computer off and on, print documents, saving documents, creating a working document, creating a brochure, inserting pictures/clip art into documents, and creating PowerPoint presentations. 307 Excel and Power Point for MOS ½ credit This course will provide students with the performance-focused skills necessary to pass the Excel MOS exam and the Power Point MOS (Microsoft Office Specialist) exam. 309 Computer Applications 1 credit This course uses a hands-on approach to learning the operation of a computer. Students will get an understanding of computer hardware. They will also receive instruction in software applications in the areas of word processing, data bases, spreadsheets, and presentations. Students will find this course extremely helpful for school, career, and home use. 317 Visual Basic ½ credit Recommendation: Successful completion of Geometry or Geometry Concepts. This course offers students the fundamental elements of computer programming using Visual Basic programming language. Users need no previous programming experience. Interfaces, working with variables, procedures, and conditional codes will be among the topics covered. Note: Students may receive 3 hours of college credit from LLCC through the Dual Credit Partnership if they apply for it and fulfill the course objectives set forth in the agreement. Please refer to pages of the Course Book regarding specific information on requirements, guidelines, dual credit fees, dropping courses, etc. 319 Internet/Web Page Design ½ credit Students in this course will create web pages using HyperText Markup Language (HTML), dhtml, and Java Script. The guidelines of good web page construction will be discussed and followed. 31

33 321 Introduction to Computer Science ½ credit Students will study the design and implementation of computer programming through the use of Alice and Java. The emphasis will be on understanding the Java programming language through the use of Alice. Students will be assessed on several projects, quizzes and classroom problems. Note: Students may receive 3 hours of college credit from LLCC through the Dual Credit Partnership if they apply for it and fulfill the course objectives set forth in the agreement. Please refer to pages of the Course Book regarding specific information on requirements, guidelines, dual credit fees, dropping courses, etc. 323 AP Computer Science A 1 credit Prerequisite: Successful completion of Algebra II Recommendations: Students should successfully complete at least one of the following courses: Introduction to Computer Science, Web Design, or Visual Basic. Students should have received a C or better in Algebra II. AP Computer Science A emphasizes object-oriented programming methodology with a concentration on problem solving and algorithm development and is meant to be the equivalent of a first-semester college-level course in Computer Science. It also includes the study of data structures, design, and abstraction. Because the development of computer programs to solve problems is a skill fundamental to the study of computer science, a large part of the course is built around the development of computer programs or parts of programs that correctly solve a given problem. Students will develop the skills necessary to allow them to code fluently in an object-oriented paradigm using the programming language Java. Students are highly encouraged to take the AP exam in the spring. 325 Accounting 1 credit This course presents the fundamental principles of accounting and is designed to emphasize the theory of accounting. The accounting cycle is presented as it pertains to proprietorships, partnerships, and corporations. Extensive accounting vocabulary and theory challenges students to develop skills they will use in life as well as a career in the accounting field. An accounting simulation in the second semester evaluates students' mathematical accuracy, work ethic and understanding of the accounting cycle. Students will also be introduced to computerized accounting during the second semester. Lincoln Land Community College requires passing an exam for course credit. Note: Students may receive 3 hours of college credit from LLCC through the Dual Credit Partnership if they apply for it and fulfill the course objectives set forth in the agreement. Please refer to pages of the Course Book regarding specific information on requirements, guidelines, dual credit fees, dropping courses, etc. 331 Business Concepts ½ credit The main purpose of this course is to acquaint students with business and its operations. Areas covered are economic systems, characteristics of business, types of business organization, government and business, world trade, labor, consumer decisions, finance and banking, borrowing and credit, insurance, financial management, and career study. This course is an excellent foundation for other business courses and for learning life skills. 333 Personal Finance and Investments ½ credit This course will give students a working knowledge of financial management and investment opportunities in today's world. A variety of investment ventures will give students the tools they will need to plan their financial investments. Students will be able to use calculators and computer software to chart investment analysis and plan their financial decisions. 32

34 335 Business Law ½ credit This course presents a study of general law, court structures, contracts, negotiable instruments and entrepreneurial law. The course will enable the student to have a working knowledge of the law and how it affects businesses and citizens. Note: Students may receive 3 hours of college credit from LLCC through the Dual Credit Partnership if they apply for it and fulfill the course objectives set forth in the agreement. Please refer to pages of the Course Book regarding specific information on requirements, guidelines, dual credit fees, dropping courses, etc. 338 Marketing ½ credit This course allows the student to learn about service orientated and product orientated marketing. The course is designed to give students an introduction to the marketing process, functions, and activities of marketing a product or service. The class will cover the marketing environment and its affects, channels of product distribution, promotion, advertising, and pricing strategies. The course is designed to touch on marketing concepts applied to the sports, entertainment, music, fashion, and tourism industries. Various marketing careers will be discussed. Note: Students may receive 3 hours of college credit from LLCC through the Dual Credit Partnership if they apply for it and fulfill the course objectives set forth in the agreement. Please refer to pages of the Course Book regarding specific information on requirements, guidelines, dual credit fees, dropping courses, etc. 340 Entrepreneurship/Management ½ credit Students will develop the business skills needed to successfully create and run a small business. The course focuses on selecting a business, preparing a business plan, and managing the business. Students will study basic entrepreneurial principles, types of business management, and management styles. This course is excellent for the student who wants to be challenged and sees himself/herself as a future business owner. Since the course content requires students to communicate in verbal and written format, students will be evaluated on their mastery of good communication skills as well as content. A detailed project illustrating the student's comprehension of course content is required. Note: Students may receive 3 hours of college credit from LLCC through the Dual Credit Partnership if they apply for it and fulfill the course objectives set forth in the agreement. Please refer to pages of the Course Book regarding specific information on requirements, guidelines, dual credit fees, dropping courses, etc. 341 Cooperative Education I (CO-OP) 4 credits maximum* Prerequisite: The student must be 16 years of age, of junior or senior standing, and have a good attendance record. All students must formally apply to the selection committee and provide teacher recommendations. These forms are available from the co-op instructor. Recommendation: Students should carry a C average or better Co-op is a supervised cooperative program in which the student holds a job with an approved training station in the community. The student attends regular classes, including a co-op class one-half day and works at the approved training station the other half-day. Class activities will include a study of the skills involved in entering the world of work and those needed in meeting adult responsibilities. The student will receive a grade for the classroom portion of the course (1 credit) and a separate grade for the work portion of the course (3 credits maximum). *Credits will be awarded based on the actual time spent out of regular class and at work. 33

35 342 Cooperative Education II (CO-OP) 3 credits maximum* Prerequisite: Successful completion in both the classroom and work sections of CO-OP I, instructor permission, and senior standing. Recommendation: C in CO-OP I both sections This course is an extension of Cooperative Education I. Students will hold a job in an approved work-station for half the day and attend regular classes the other half of the day. While a daily class will not be attended, students will be required to attend meetings with the supervising instructor. Course grades will come from evaluation from the work supervisor and supervising instructor. *Credits will be awarded based on the actual time spent out of regular class and at work. 362/363/364/365 Basic Job Skills 1 credit Prerequisites: Determination of placement by individual IEPs, must be taken with the Work Experience class Courses are an introduction to the world of employment. Students explore their strengths and weaknesses related to the vocational field. Topics include completing application forms, interviewing skills, and appropriate work behaviors. 366/367/368/369 Basic Work Experience 2-3 credits Prerequisites: Determination of placement by individual IEPs, must be 16 years old and a special needs student This is a supervised program in which a special needs student works at a coordinator approved job site in the community. A student works for a minimum of two hours, daily, at an approved job site, and is evaluated on his/her performance on the job during the school day. 34

36 CAPITAL AREA CAREER CENTER High school juniors and seniors may elect to attend the Capital Area Career Center (CACC). The Center offers a total of 15 career preparation programs. Students enrolling at the Center attend one-2 hour and 20 minute class and spend the remainder of the school day at the home school. Transportation and tuition are provided by the School District. Return transportation is not provided for the afternoon Cosmetology students. Students earn 1 ½ credits per semester - 3 credits per year - in the programs they take at CACC. These credits apply toward the total needed for high school graduation. College credit may be earned through Lincoln Land Community College. (See CACC Program Catalog.) 900/901 CACC - Agricultural & Industrial Mechanics (PM only) 3 credits Agricultural and Industrial Mechanics is a two-year program designed to provide students with a diverse background of mechanical skills in all types of automotive; agricultural/industrial; and recreational equipment. Areas of instruction include: service and repair of large and small gas, diesel, and LP engine systems; power trains; electrical systems; hydraulics; MIG, metal-arc, plasma, and oxyacetylene welding; set up and operation of service shop; shop safety; the use of parts and service manuals; set up of new farm and construction equipment; operation of all types of small and large hand tools, power equipment, and measuring tools; and operation of automotive and industrial painting and refinishing equipment. 904/905 CACC - Collision Repair Technology 3 credits Auto Body is a two-year program designed to qualify the student for employment in auto body repair and refinishing shops. Areas of instruction include: shop safety; use of hand tools and auto body tools; MIG welding: sheet metal repair using plastic and fiberglass; repair or replacement of body components; sheet metal alignment; repair of fiberglass, plastic, and polypropylene bumpers, frame repair; refinishing procedures including surface preparations, metal conditioning, and the use of primers, paints, and sealers; interior painting; clean-up and detailing operations. 906/907 CACC - Auto Technology/Servicing 3 credits Auto Technology/Servicing gives students a jump start in employment or college preparation for automotive degrees. It is a two-year program which provides students with the training needed to service and repair major systems of the automobile, including air conditioning, automatic transmissions, manual transmissions, transaxles, brakes, front end alignment, automotive electronics, electricity, computers, fuel systems, emission controls, engine overhaul, and general maintenance procedures. They also receive instruction in shop safety, basic hand tools, use of shop service computer programs, and writing work orders. 910/911 CACC - Building Trades 3 credits Building Trades is a two-year program in which students gain the basic knowledge and experience necessary to enter the construction industry. The curriculum covers all phases of residential building, including site selection and layout, excavation, footings and foundations, floor framing and sub-floors, assembly of exterior and interior walls, roofs, installation of windows, doors, gutters, and siding; interior finishing, including wallboard installation, interior wall finishes, windows, doors, trim, cabinets, and floor coverings; energy conservation, landscaping, legal aspects of the construction trades, and marketing. Students apply their classroom learning through the actual building of projects. 916 CACC - Emergency Medical Technician (Senior Level) 3 credits This program is designed to instruct a student to the level of Emergency Medical Technician, a professional who serves as a vital link in the chain of the health care team. It is recognized that the majority of pre-hospital emergency medical care will be provided by the EMT. This includes all skills necessary for the individual to 35

37 provide emergency medical care at a basic life support level with an ambulance service or other specialized service. An EMT provides a service in an environment requiring special skills and knowledge in such areas as communications, transportation, and keeping records. They also serve as liaisons with other emergency services. This program provides an introduction to these concepts. 918/919 CACC - Cosmetology 3 credits Students learn the skills and accumulate the hour s necessary to become a licensed cosmetologist. Areas of learning include trimming, shaping, curling, and blow dry styling of hair; shampooing, scalp and hair conditioning, color/tinting, bleaching, permanent waving, and other hair treatments; sanitation, safety, and shop management; basic make-up, arching, and facial anatomy; and other related areas. Cosmetology differs from the other CACC programs. Students attend classes at the Undergraduate School of Cosmetology contracted by the Center. The areas of learning listed above include those required by the State of Illinois for a license. Students must complete a minimum of 1500 hours of instruction and pass a written State Board Exam to obtain a license. The Center s program is designed to make it possible for students to earn these hours during the junior and senior years, but this requires additional classroom hours above the regular 2 hour and 20 minute school day and one summer session. 920/921 CACC - Culinary Arts 3 credits Culinary Arts is a two-year program which provides training in quantity cooking, baking, and the operation of a commercial kitchen. Areas of learning include the preparation of vegetables, fruits, salads and dressings, sandwiches, appetizers and hors d oeuvres, desserts, breakfast items, stocks, soups, and sauces, meats, poultry, and fish; cakes, fillings, and frostings, pastries and fillings, breads, and cookies. Students also learn to use commercial kitchen equipment and utensils, sanitation, safety, table service, menu planning, and food service math. 924/925 CACC - Early Childhood Care and Education 3 credits Early Childhood Care and Education is a two-year program designed to provide experience for those students who wish to prepare for jobs in the field of early childhood education, elementary education or special education. Students learn to plan, organize, and teach various activities for the preschool age child. Activity areas include physical, music, art, literature, nutrition, language, as well as Interest Centers, and math and science awareness. Curriculum skills are developed by writing weekly schedules and lesson plans, planning special events, and preparing instructional materials. Students study the development and behavioral characteristics of preschoolers, examine developmentally appropriate practice, and learn positive guidance skills. Life skills of goal setting, decision-making, and problem solving are practiced. In conjunction with their classroom study, students participate in the operation of an in-house preschool, where they are actively involved in planning and conducting activities for the children. Students will spend approximately six hours every other week with the children in the preschool. Students enrolled in this program are required to have a tuberculin test. 928 CACC - Health Occupations 3 credits Recommendation: Helpful high school courses include science, biology, health, anatomy, physiology, and speech. Students enrolling in Health Occupations should have good communication skills and a definite desire to care for sick people. Students will have to pass a criminal background check. First-year students learn basic health care skills such as recording temperature, pulse, respiration, and blood pressure, personal care of the patient, basic anatomy and body systems, preoperative and post-operative care, nutrition, proper techniques for lifting, moving, and transferring patients, assisting with the physical exam, common health problems and diseases, growth and development, psychology of illness, medical terminology, CPR and the Heimlich Maneuver, and other related areas. In addition, students conduct and in-depth study of the health care field and learn about the many occupations available in health care. Students learn through classroom instruction, guest speakers, field trips, laboratory demonstrations, practice, and actual work in 36

38 hospitals and/or other health care facilities. Second-year students continue their study of health care skills and anatomy, and select an area of specialization from the following; home health care aide, medical assistant, medical lab assistance/phlebotomist, or occupational/physical therapy aide, mortuary science aide, surgical aide, radiology aide, pediatric aide, medical records aide, EKG technician, recreational aide, orthopedic aide, vet assistant, birth center aide, ER assistant, or EMT assistant. Following the classroom and laboratory instruction first semester, students spend three days per week second semester in an internship in the chosen field and two days per week in related instruction at CACC. 930/931 CACC - Electrical / Heating, Ventilating and Air Conditioning 3 credits Heating, Ventilating and Air Conditioning is a two-year course in which students learn how to install, service, and repair home and light commercial air conditioning, refrigeration, and heating units. Areas of learning include basic electricity, gas heat, oil heat, electric heat, humidifiers, electronic filters, air conditioning, sheet metal layout and fabrication. Students learn to use such test equipment as the refrigeration gauges, vacuum pump, ammeter, voltmeter, wattmeter, amp probe, refrigerant reclaimer, and pipe threading machine. 932/933 CACC-Law Enforcement 3 credits Law Enforcement is a two-year program, preparing students who are pursuing a career in the fields related to law and law enforcement. The program is designed to equip the student with a solid foundation of constitutional law, law enforcement techniques and procedures, ethics, and interpersonal and communications skills currently used in the profession. The student will also explore the wide variety of professional opportunities that relate to the law and law enforcement to include: federal, state and local law enforcement agencies, correctional agencies, legal services, court officers, probation services, and many more. The program is structured to prepare the student for job placement after high school as well as continuing this field of study at the post-secondary level. Successful completion of this program may earn college credit at Lincoln Land Community College towards an Associate in Applied Science Degree in Law Enforcement Administration. Additional course work may also be pursued at the University of Illinois at Springfield to complete a Bachelor s Degree in Criminal Justice. 934/935 CACC-Power Equipment Technology - AM only 3 credits Power Equipment Technology is a two-year program designed to provide students with a diverse background of mechanical skills in all types of automotive, agricultural/industrial; and recreational equipment. Areas of instruction include: diagnosis, repair and maintain engines in all applications of automotive, agricultural, industrial, and recreational vehicles; repair manual, and power transmission, and brake systems, understand air conditioning principles, perform electrical diagnose and repair, understand hydraulics, perform all types of welding, operate all types of small and large hand tools, power equipment, understand various equipment used in this area including automotive, heavy truck, agriculture, and industrial applications, and demonstrate computer skills. 936/937 CACC- Welding 3 credits Welding is a two-year program in which students learn gas metal-arc welding; micro-wire pipe welding; shielded metal-arc welding; oxyacetylene welding, cutting and brazing; flux-colored wire welding; gas tungsten arc welding; and spot welding. They also learn how to use plasma cutting equipment; welding resistance; principles of manufacturing and production; blueprint reading; basic welding symbols; linear measurement; math as it relates to the welder; and safety. Student performance is evaluated through the use of the guide bend test, tensile testing equipment, acid etching, and dye penetrant, following the guidelines set forth by the American Welding Society, American Society of Mechanical Engineers, American Society of Testing Materials, and American Petroleum Industry. Both destructive and nondestructive testing is performed. During the two years of the program, students have the opportunity to develop the skills necessary to become a qualified (certified) welder in various occupational welding processes and metal working trades. 37

39 938/939 CACC-Pharmacy Technician Training 3 credits This is a two-year program in which students will understand medical and pharmaceutical terminology, make pharmaceutical calculations, perform recordkeeping responsibilities, carry out pharmaceutical techniques, have a good knowledge of pharmacy law and ethics, and know medication names, uses and doses. Do you want a career helping others and working in an exciting team environment? Pharmacy technicians provide vital care to people of all ages and health conditions. Technicians work closely under the supervision of pharmacists to prepare medications, perform office tasks, monitor inventory, and handle patient s insurance claims. 944/945 CACC CISCO Computer Networking Academy 3 credits This is a two-year program to prepare students to take the certification exam to become a Cisco Certified Networking Associate (CCNA). This certification is a part of the Cisco Career Certification Program. The format for the class is interactive computer lessons that accommodate diverse learning styles. Projects require students not only to resolve technical issues, but also to address network users needs. 38

40 CONSUMER EDUCATION 360 Consumer Education ¼ credit This 9-week survey class would be scheduled in the same semester as Driver s Education and fulfills the consumer education requirement for graduation. Topics would include: the role of the consumer, banking and credit, consumer rights and responsibilities, investment opportunities, budget and general purchasing. 361 Basic Consumer Education ½ credit Prerequisite: Determination of placement by individual IEP's This course meets the consumer education requirement. This class is designed to explore various areas of independent living. Areas covered are: the role of the consumer, safety, social behaviors, budgeting, general purchasing, recreation/leisure time activities, and economics. DRIVER EDUCATION 350 Driver Education ¼ credit Driver education is required for graduation from any high school in Illinois. The course is scheduled based on student birth dates and enrollment numbers (usually during the second semester of freshmen year for students with fall birthdays and sophomore year for the remainder of the students). The course is in session for 30 hours of classroom study. Behind the wheel training is optional for each student. The class will be a pass/fail class, and it will not be figured in the student s GPA. A grade will be recorded for the student to be eligible to receive a waiver, i.e. not have to take the driving test with the state examiner. Special fees: State fee -- $20; School fee -- Fee will not exceed $ for students that take Behind the Wheel portion of the course. Fee will be determined on a yearly basis based on average costs from the previous year s expenses. Students who qualify for free-lunch services will have this fee waived. After the student has met the class and state requirements, passed the class, state test and received his/her license, it does not mean that the student has encountered all the driving experiences and situations that will help make them good drivers. It is statistically estimated that it takes five years of driving experiences to be considered an accomplished driver. It is, therefore, our recommendation that the newly licensed student driver be monitored for a brief period of time by the parents until all involved are comfortable with his/her taking the car on his/her own. 39

41 FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCES 440 Orientation to Family and Consumer Sciences 1 credit Recommendation: Introductory course for grades 9 and 10 Orientation to Family and Consumer Science will include many varied topics related to Family and Consumer Science. Areas covered in class content are: FOODS- basic preparation of the food groups, effects on the body and costs; PERSONAL APPEARANCE - body style, clothing effects, and color; CLOTHING - basic construction of a garment, alteration and repair, care and purchasing; RELATIONS - family, children, peers, social behavior, responsibilities, stress, values, pressures of development; HOUSING - elements and principles of design, room redecoration, care; MANAGEMENT -time, money, energy, goals; CAREER CHOICES - explore the many areas of Family and Consumer Science. 442 Foods and Nutrition I ½ credit This beginning course includes classroom and laboratory experiences designed to develop knowledge and understanding of food principles and applied nutrition for people of all ages. The course will emphasize sanitation, safety, use and care of equipment, food purchasing, preparation techniques, individual food nutrition and relationship to the body. Food units to be covered are: quick breads, cookies, pies, convenience products, vegetables, fruits, eggs, milk and cheese. Students will apply their food preparation knowledge in the foods lab. Related Occupations Include: Chef, Nutritionist, Dietician, Food Scientist, Food Editor, Fitness Consultant, Food Photographer, Home Economist, and Restaurant Owner. 443Creative Sewing (Needlecraft) ½ credit Students are introduced to the needlecrafts: crochet, knitting, machine quilting, needlepoint, cross-stitch, and plastic canvas. Projects and/or skill development exercises will be required for each needlecraft. Sewing machine skills and hand sewing skills are incorporated into projects using the student s creative ideas. A final project will be selected by the student. 444 Fashion Design I ½ credit This is a beginning course in textiles and clothing, which emphasizes interesting classroom and laboratory experiences. Students will be graded on project work that meets the assigned construction techniques. Students will also be graded on a project that shows the characteristics of available fabrics. Students will select a project to demonstrate the skills they have acquired. The course will include a constant continual look at today's fashions. Related Occupations Include: Apparel Production, Buyer, Fabric Designer, Fashion Advertising, Fashion Designer, Fashion Merchandising, Fashion Photographer, Fashion Writer, Pattern Maker, Textile Chemist, Theater, Wardrobe Consultant 451 Interior Design ½ credit Students will apply their knowledge of elements and principles of design, types and styles of housing, room design, furniture selection and construction, kitchens, window treatments, lighting, and zoning to projects developed in the classroom. Floor plans will be selected by the student to design perfect interiors using their knowledge of interior design principles. The majority of the grade for this class is based on knowledge applied on projects. Related Occupations Include: Architect, Buyer, Furniture Designer, Industrial Designer, Interior Designer, Kitchen Planner, Merchandiser, Real Estate Agent, and Space Planner. 40

42 453 Child Development I ½ credit Emphasis is placed upon learning experiences which will help students gain knowledge and understanding of the intellectual, physical, social and emotional development of children from birth through age 4. The class includes child development theories and principles. Many projects will reinforce the knowledge gained about child development. Related Occupations Include: Activities Director, Child Care Worker, Genetic Counselor, Parent Educator, Pediatrician, Pediatric Nurse, Speech Language Pathologist, and Teacher. 454 Basic Kitchen Economics ½ credit Prerequisite: Determination of placement through IEP This introductory course provides the students with learning experiences in the classroom and the kitchen. Students will develop knowledge and understanding of basic food principles through meal preparation and cleanup, creating well-balanced, healthy meals, budgeting money for food purchases, kitchen and equipment usage, safety rules, food borne illnesses, and other food safety issues. An emphasis will be placed on proper etiquette. 455 Foods and Nutrition II ½ credit Prerequisite: Successful completion of Foods and Nutrition I Recommendation: C or better in Foods and Nutrition I This course includes classroom and laboratory experiences necessary for understanding the following: food preparation principles; nutrition for special needs; consumer purchasing skills; kitchen planning; food and nutrition careers. Topics emphasized include the following: foreign and regional foods, desserts, meats, yeast breads, special diets, kitchen arrangement, equipment, and sanitation. Students will participate in multiple day labs and the Cookie Bake-Off Contest. Related Occupations Include: Chef, Nutritionist, Dietician, Food Scientist, Food Editor, Fitness Consultant, Food Photographer, Home Economist, and Restaurant Owner. 456 Fashion Design II ½ credit Prerequisite: Successful completion of Fashion Design I Recommendation: C or better in Fashion Design I This advanced class is designed for the student that would like to increase his/her creativity and skills in the area of fabric. Advanced sewing skills will be learned through lab classes. A service project will be completed using the skills developed in class. Grade will be based on completed projects and a few small research projects on fashion styles and fashion designers. This is an excellent class for the student interested in theater, art, interior decorating, fashion design and the recreational designer. Fashion designed in this class will be part of a fashion shoot with Photography students. Related Occupations Include: Apparel Production, Buyer, Fabric Designer, Fashion Advertising, Fashion Designer, Fashion Merchandising, Fashion Photographer, Fashion Writer, Pattern Maker, Textile Chemist, Theater, and Wardrobe Consultant. 457 Fashion Design III ½ credit Prerequisite: Successful completion of Fashion Design I and II Recommendation: C or better in Fashion Design I and II Fashion Design III is designed to fine tune the sewing techniques and design skills of the student who has successfully completed Fashion Design I and II. The student will create a contract to be approved by the instructor to determine the skills to be learned during the class. They will select an area of design to concentrate their learning. The student will choose high level skills and personalize the designs by creating their own fashion design. Students interested in fashion design, interior design, or theater will find this class helpful in their chosen profession. Related Occupations Include: Apparel Production, Buyer, Fabric Designer, Fashion 41

43 Advertising, Fashion Designer, Fashion Merchandising, Fashion Photographer, Fashion Writer, Pattern Maker, Textile Chemist, Theater, and Wardrobe Consultant. 460 Child Development II ½ credit Recommendation: C or better in Child Development I The emphasis in this class is the physical, social, emotional, and intellectual development of the 4-12 year old child. The role of the caregiver in encouraging development in these areas will be covered and the development of activities that will aide in the child s growth. The class will include projects that will help the student interested in careers in teaching, health careers, and social and recreational work for those interested in learning more about children for parenting. Observation of children in this range will be used as a learning experience when available. Related Occupations Include: Activities Director, Child Care Worker, Genetic Counselor, Parent Educator, Pediatrician, Pediatric Nurse, Speech Language Pathologist, and Teacher. 465 Adult Living ½ credit Adult living is a junior/senior semester course designed to prepare students to be self-sufficient after graduation. Unit of study will include: values and goal setting, understanding self and others, communication, decision making, healthy lifestyles, career investigation and managing everyday situations. This course will help the students manage their life well using their skills and talents to meet day to day challenges now and in the future. Students will participate in discussion, classroom activities and projects to increase their ability to become selfsufficient. 42

44 FINE ARTS/PERFORMING ARTS MUSIC 001 Symphonic / Marching Band 1 credit Students must be able to demonstrate a level of proficiency sufficient to enhance the organization. The instructor may require candidates to audition for admission. The decision of the instructor shall be final in all matters pertaining to auditions, placement and selection of participants. The course will include both Marching Band and Symphonic Band at the appropriate times of the year. Music will be suitable as the occasion demands- parades, halftime shows, fall and spring concerts, pep band events and contests. Attendance at performances, parades, and concerts is required. 002 Honors Symphonic / Marching Band 1 credit Prerequisite: Successful completion of three years of high school curricular band. Honors Symphonic/Marching Band students are required to complete additional projects. In the 1 st semester, students must audition fir IMEA Concert Festival and participate if selected. In the 2 nd semester, students must participate in the IHSA State Solo & Ensemble Contest. Acceptance into this course requires performing the Illinois Music Educator Association Senior Band Scale Sheet meeting standards by the end of the second full week of the semester. 003 Freshmen Choir 1 credit Freshmen Choir is a non-auditioned ensemble of 9 th graders. Students will learn basic singing technique and music reading through the choral experience. Participation in the three to five concerts presented throughout the year is required of students. Additional include auditioning for, and participating if selected, in the IMEA District IV Music Festival in the fall, participating in a spring solo and ensemble contest, and auditioning for additional ensembles offered through the vocal music department. 005 Mixed Choir 1 credit Mixed Choir is a non-auditioned ensemble of students in grades who have a high interest in learning singing technique and music reading through the choral experience. Participation in the three to five concerts presented throughout the year is required for students. Additional include auditioning for, and participating if selected, in the IMEA District IV Music Festival in the fall, participating in a spring solo and ensemble contest, and auditioning for additional ensembles offered through the vocal music department. 007 Show Choir 1 credit Recommendation: Previous/current enrollment in another choir class. Show Choir is an auditioned performance-based ensemble for students in grades Auditions will take place in the late spring at the high school and the middle school. Students will learn singing techniques for various musical styles and genres including musical theatre, pop and jazz. In addition to singing, students will learn and master choreography that is unique to each style of music that is performed, as well as basic dance steps and terminology. Choreography will range from basic to complex. Students will work to meet the goals of a performer while singing and dancing in an ensemble. Performance and participation in the three to five concerts presented throughout the year is required. Competitive opportunities may also be available to the ensemble. 43

45 009 Concert Choir 1 credit Concert Choir is an advanced ensemble, open to students in grades who have been accepted by audition. Successful auditionees will demonstrate a level of vocal proficiency and music reading knowledge sufficient to enhance the ensemble. Participation in the three to five concerts presented throughout the year is required. Additional requirements include auditioning for, and participating if selected, in the IMEA District IV Music Festival in the fall, participating in a spring solo and ensemble contest, and auditioning for additional ensembles offered through the vocal music department. 010 Honors Concert Choir 1 credit Prerequisite: Successful completion of three years of high school curricular choir and acceptance by audition. Honors Concert Choir students are required to complete additional projects. 012 Percussion Ensemble ½ credit Prerequisite: Music literacy, Percussion Experience, May require audition for acceptance Percussion Ensemble is a lab experience in which a variety of percussion instruments will be utilized as literature demands. Potential students are current Symphonic Band students as well as other Glenwood students demonstrating proficiency in music literacy and performance skills on both keyboard and membrane/sticked percussion instruments. Performances outside of the school day are required for this class as well as a wellsupplied stick bag with necessary equipment. 014 Music Theory I 1 credit Recommendation: Previous/current enrollment in a music ensemble and/or piano background. This is an in-depth programmed course covering the elements of melody, harmony and form. Only students possessing music literacy and good work habits should enroll. Daily homework is utilized for increased comprehension of scales, intervals, harmonic analysis and writing in the four voice texture. Basic music compositional skills will be developed as well as ear training. This course is highly recommended for students interested in being in the Glenwood Jazz Ensemble and those who have or desire a strong interest in music. 017 Advanced Placement Music Theory II 1 credit Prerequisite: Music Theory I with a C or above or recommendation of instructor Recommendation: Participation in a music ensemble and /or a piano background. This year long accelerated course provides qualified and motivated students the opportunity to increase music writing skills and facility of several compositional elements. This college level course is intended for students who plan additional work in music and utilizes the College Board AP exam as a logical conclusion to this course. Students will practice problem-solving skills in daily assignments and a composition project will be required of all students. Students interested in instrumental arranging and composition will benefit from enrollment in this course. THEATRE 020 Theatre ½ credit This course in theatre focuses on the student as a creator of drama. Beginning acting skills will be enhanced through improvisation, scene study and acting technique. Students will perform scenes and longer works. The class will attend theatre performances in the community. This course is recommended for freshmen and sophomores who are interested in enhancing their acting skills. 44

46 022 Fundamentals of Stage Production ½ credit Recommendation: Successful completion of Theatre. This is a one semester course which is designed to provide competence in construction of stage scenery, elementary lighting design and operation, elementary sound design and execution, basic costume design and construction, intermediate make-up, principles of house management, and stage management techniques. Students will be involved in hands on construction of scenic components employed in the theatre and will complete design projects in some of the categories mentioned above. Students will be instructed in the proper operation of the sound system, lighting system and stage rigging for the GHS Auditorium. Students will serve as production staff for current GHS productions. 025 Theatre Arts ½ credit Prerequisite: Successful completion of Theatre or permission of instructor This course concentrates on the state of man as viewed through the theatre. Study is developed through theatrical literature, and acting. This course is recommended for the student who is interested in the theatre, and desires the opportunity to develop skills in advanced acting techniques such as Shakespearean, restoration and Musical Theatre styles. The prerequisite of the course is a willingness to imagine and have fun seeing that imagination come to life. This course will culminate in a public performance of a one-act play. HUMANITIES These semester-long, non-sequential courses are interdisciplinary explorations of culture and society as recorded through creative arts. The courses are designed to develop higher level thinking skills and to encourage informed critics of the creative expression of the human experience. 028 Humanities I (1 st semester class) ½ credit Recommendation: B average in previous Fine Arts or Social Studies courses. The introduction of this course is a unit on philosophy and the human need to create. Other units may include, but are not limited to, architecture, the cultural and natural landscape and the elements of music starting from the medieval age to present day. 029 Humanities II (2 nd semester class) ½ credit Recommendation: B average in previous Fine Arts or Social Studies courses. This course is an investigation of the visual arts, including film, as the basis for understanding humanity. Humanities II is offered to Seniors only. ART 030 Drawing ½ credit This one semester course emphasizes "learning to draw is learning to see" Exercises from Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain by Betty Edwards will be the approach to learning to draw. Drawings will be done in a variety of media, including pencil, ink, colored pencil, markers, etc. Subjects will include animals, landscapes, people and still life. An awareness of other artists work is integral to each unit of work. A sketchbook is required. 031 Visual Design I ½ credit This one semester course introduces the beginning art student to the basic elements and principles of drawing and design as a preparation for further art courses. Students will have the experience of creating art using a 45

47 variety of materials and techniques. Students are expected to develop a vocabulary of common art terms. 032 Ceramics I ½ credit Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment or successful completion of Drawing and/or Visual Design Recommendation: C average in Drawing or Visual Design This one semester course provides an introduction to clay as an art medium. Students will learn basic techniques of hand building with clay and ceramic processes. Coursework will include the exploration of other cultures and the history of ceramics. 033 Watercolor ½ credit Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment or successful completion of Drawing and / or Visual Design Recommendation: C average in Drawing and / or Visual Design This one semester course is designed to investigate color and composition using watercolor as the medium. A variety of techniques will be taught. A knowledge of and appreciation for other artists work is integral to each unit. 034 Acrylics ½ credit Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment or successful completion of Drawing and/or Visual Design Recommendation: C average in Drawing and/or Visual Design This one semester course provides the opportunity to explore the acrylic painting medium. Color theory, composition and design will be reinforced. A knowledge of and appreciation for known artists and their work will be encouraged. 035 Sculpture ½ credit Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment or successful completion of Visual Design and/or Drawing Recommendation: C average in Drawing and/or Visual Design This one semester course provides the opportunity for students to create in three dimensions by employing techniques of carving, construction, and modeling. Projects may be done in plaster, paper, soap, clay, etc. An appreciation of recognized sculptors and their work is an objective of this course. 037 Cartoon and Comic Art ½ credit This one semester course cultivates an academic, theoretical, and cultural understanding by encouraging the critical examination of contemporary communication through graphic media-specifically illustration for entertaining and marketing. This course requires reading and writing to research and generate expository prose in order to create a personal worldview of Comic Art and become a contributor. Students will apply technology in all phases of the artistic process: conception, drafting, peer and instructor conference, revision, critique, and final presentation; therefore an elevation in the level of reading proficiency required for success in society is anticipated. 038 Ceramics II ½ credit Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment or successful completion of Ceramics I Recommendation: B average in Ceramics I This one semester course is designed for students who have a special interest in using clay as an art medium. Students will have the opportunity to further develop previously acquired ceramic techniques and concepts of three-dimensional design. This course will also provide the opportunity to learn techniques of working with clay 46

48 on the potter s wheel. 039 Adaptive Art I II III - IV ½ credit Prerequisite: Determination of placement by individual IEPs. This one semester course will introduce students to a variety of art materials and techniques used in twodimensional and three-dimensional art by employing techniques of drawing, painting, printmaking, assemblage, construction, and modeling. Students will work in small groups allowing for one-on-one interaction. Extra attention will be paid to basic eye/hand coordination, fine motor skills and tactile senses. Projects will be based on individual students needs. Projects may include sand painting, eraser, drawing, Styrofoam printmaking, etc. 042 Drawing and Painting ½ credit Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment or successful completion of Acrylics and Watercolor Recommendation: B in Acrylics and Watercolor This one semester course is designed for the experienced art student to continue the development of skills in a more advanced manner. The student must create a portfolio of 2-D work which will be assessed each nine weeks. 044 Visual Design II ½ credit Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment or successful completion of three semesters of art classes. Recommendation: B average in prerequisite courses This is a one semester junior/senior level course. Projects may include: advanced printmaking techniques such as silk screening, glass techniques such as stained glass or glass bead making, handmade papermaking, and twodimensional and three-dimensional design. Projects will address commercial, decorative, and functional design problems. 050 Honors Studio Art 1 credit Prerequisite: Successful completion of 4 semesters of art classes Recommendation: B average in all previously taken art classes. This course is for the college bound student who might pursue a career in the Visual Arts. The student will have the opportunity to refine skills and develop a competitive portfolio of work. The student must hang a project in a Senior Show in the spring. 052 AP Studio Art 1 credit Prerequisite: Successful completion of 4 semesters of art classes Recommendation: B average in all previously taken art classes This year long course is for students who have expressed an interest in completing either the AP Drawing portfolio exam or the AP 2-D Design portfolio exam. All content will meet the requirements in the student exam poster. Through direct teacher instruction, emphasis will be placed on the production of quality pieces of artwork. Students will address all three sections of the portfolio: Breadth, Concentration, and Quality. The student will also have a Senior Show in the spring and participate in juried art competitions. Students are highly encouraged to participate in the AP exam in the May. 47

49 TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION 403 Non-Broadcast Production ½ credit Prerequisite: Successful completion of Introduction to Television II or Broadcasting II This course allows students to create programming not necessarily designed for on-air broadcast. Students will analyze and create music videos, and also develop, write, and produce documentaries and movies. Emphasis will be on planning and managing a project effectively along with effective shot composition and editing continuity. Students are required to purchase video tape materials at a minimal cost for storage purposes. Students are required to work on productions in class and also GCNN productions outside of class. Grades for this course will consist of how the student performs and participates during productions. 404 Broadcast News and Production I ½ credit Prerequisite: Successful completion of Introduction to Television Production II or Broadcasting II. This course is designed to produce both the daily GHS announcements and a weekly news show on GCNN. Students will incorporate English skills to write news stories and packages. Students at this level will also serve as production crew for the announcements and news show. Students are required to do work outside of class to report news at GHS and the surrounding community. Professionalism is a must in this course, as students will be interacting with people in the community. Grading consists of performance assessment on reporting, scriptwriting, correct equipment operation, and editing technique. Students are required to purchase video tape materials at a minimal cost for storage purposes. 405 Broadcast News and Production II ½ credit Prerequisite: Successful completion of Broadcast Journalism I Students in this course will further develop and refine their scriptwriting, reporting, and production skills in this course. Each student will be assigned a beat during the course. Students will also produce special features for the announcements and news show in this course. Students are required to do work outside of class to report news at GHS and the surrounding community. Professionalism is a must in this course, as students will be interacting with people in the community. Grading consists of performance assessment on beat reporting, scriptwriting, correct equipment operation, and editing technique. Students are required to purchase video tape materials at a minimal cost for storage purposes. 406 Broadcast News and Production III ½ credit Prerequisite: Successful completion of Broadcast Journalism II Students in this course will serve as a segment producer of the GCNN weekly news show. They will also most likely serve as talent in front of the camera during productions. Directing, management, and leadership are skills that will be emphasized. Students in this course will most likely serve as an anchor on the announcements or the weekly news show. Students will also edit and critique scripts and news packages made by students in Broadcast Journalism I & II. Students are required to do work outside of class to report news at GHS and the surrounding community. Professionalism is a must in this course, as students will be interacting with people in the community. Grading consists of managing other students effectively, scriptwriting skills, reporting, and anchoring performance. Students are required to purchase video tape materials at a minimal cost for storage purposes. 48

50 407 Broadcast News and Production IV ½ credit Prerequisite: Successful completion of Broadcast Journalism III Students at this level will continue to refine and develop news stories. There will also be a strong concentration on motion graphics incorporated into their stories in segments using Adobe After Affects. Students will also serve as leaders in the course as they will lead and guide students in the lower levels. Finally, students will examine news media and critique story-writing, visual storytelling, and biases in reports. Students are required to purchase video tape materials at a minimal cost for storage purposes. 408 Sports Broadcasting I ½ credit Prerequisite: Successful completion of Introduction to Television Production II or Broadcasting II. This course is designed to produce a weekly sports show on GCNN and also prepare for live sports productions. Students at this level will serve as field reporters covering a certain sport and also serve as production crew for live sports productions. They will combine English and TV Production skills to create sports packages. A great deal of time is needed outside of class for this course. Professionalism is a must in this course, as students will be interacting with people in the community. Grading consists of performance assessment on reporting, scriptwriting, correct equipment operation, and editing technique. Students are required to purchase video tape materials at a minimal cost for storage purposes. 409 Sports Broadcasting II ½ credit Prerequisite: Successful completion of Sports Broadcasting I Students at this level will further develop and refine scriptwriting and editing technique. They will be assigned to one sport beat during each season and compile team and player statistics throughout the season. They will use Adobe Photoshop to create graphics of the statistics for live sports productions and the weekly sport show. They will also be responsible for creating special sports features and openings for sports productions. A great deal of time is needed outside of class for this course. Professionalism is a must in this course, as students will be interacting with people in the community. Grading consists of performance assessment on reporting & tracking beat assignments, scriptwriting, correct equipment operation, editing technique, and graphic composition. Students are required to purchase video tape materials at a minimal cost for storage purposes. 410 Sports Broadcasting III ½ credit Prerequisite: Successful completion of Sports Broadcasting II Students at this level will serve as segment directors of beats throughout the season. They will make sure stats are kept throughout the season, compile highlights after games, and assign field reporters to game coverage and player interviews. Each student will also be responsible for making a documentary for each GHS sports team. Students at his level will most likely serve as an anchor for the weekly sports show and talent on live sports productions. A great deal of time is needed outside of class for this course. Professionalism is a must in this course, as students will be interacting with people in the community. Grading consists of managing other students effectively, scriptwriting skills, reporting, meeting requirements for finished sports documentaries, and talent performance. Students are required to purchase video tape materials at a minimal cost for storage purposes. 49

51 411 Sports Broadcasting IV ½ credit Prerequisite: Sports Broadcasting III Students at this level will serve as segment directors of beats throughout the season. They will make sure stats are kept throughout the season, compile highlights after games, and assign field reporters to game coverage and player interviews. They will lead and evaluate the other students in the beat who will be from the lower SB levels. Also, this course will examine issues in sports and the sports broadcasting field. Some of the topics to be covered include: Diversity in sports and Sports Broadcasting, media literacy, and how to prepare for college and a career in this field. Students are required to purchase video tape materials at a minimal cost for storage purposes. 415 Engineering Concepts in Transportation (Transportation Technology ) ½ credit This Transportation course is designed to foster an awareness and understanding of various transportation systems that make up our mobile society. Through classroom instruction and lab work students will be exposed to experiences in the designing and engineering of projects in several aspects of transportation methods. Related Occupations Include; Civil Engineers, Railway Engineers, Marine and Navel Engineers, Mechanical Engineers, Electrical and Electronic Engineers, Material Handling, Model Makers, Robotic Engineers, and Traffic Pattern Specialists. 416 Engineering Concepts in Energy (Energy / Electricity Technology) ½ credit This Engineering course is designed to foster an awareness and understanding of how we generate and use electricity and other energy sources in our society as well as recycling and energy conservation techniques and alternative energy sources. Through classroom instruction and problem solving lab work, students will be exposed to experiences in designing and engineering projects in the basic aspects of energy. Related Occupations Include; Electronics and Electrical Engineers, Electrician, Environmental Engineer, Environmental Scientist/Specialist, Hazardous Materials Specialists, Water Treatment Plant Operators, Service Technicians. 417 Engineering Concepts in Manufacturing (Production Technology) ½ credit This manufacturing technology course includes units on Manufacturing Engineering, Marketing, Management Processes, and Production Processes including Designing, Engineering and Production Systems. Experiences will include product pricing, design and engineering, industrial materials and processes, tools and equipment, safety procedures, types of production, and common small business practices along with designing, marketing, tooling-up for production and producing a product. Related Occupations Include; Management, Product Designers, Model Makers, Technical Illustrators, Marketing Specialists, Financial Managers, Design Engineers, Technical Draftsman, Manufacturing Engineers and Process Planners, Manufacturing Programmers, Process Inspectors, and Safety officers. 418 Cabinet Making/Carpentry I-Introduction to Basic Woodworking Technology and Processes (Woods I) ½ credit This one semester course is designed as an introduction to basic woodworking tied to business, design and engineering concepts. Students will receive instruction in the following areas: Basic Project Planning including Drawings, Bill of Materials and a plan of procedure, work place safety, equipment operation, construction, assembly and finishing basics. The knowledge the students gain will be put to practical use in the construction of required wood projects. Related Occupations Include; Cabinet Builder, Construction Worker, Contractor, Cabinet and Industrial Designers, Architect, Computer Technician, Structural and Industrial Engineers, Computer Numerical Control Machining and Robotics programming, Forester, Forest Conservation and Reclamation, Upholstery, Pattern and Model Making, Manufacturing. 50

52 419 Cabinet Making/Carpentry II Application of Woodworking Technology and Processes(Woods II) ½ credit Prerequisite: Successful completion of Cabinet Making/Carpentry I-Introduction to Basic Woodworking Technology and Processes (Woods I) This course is designed to advance student knowledge in basic woodworking engineering concepts. Students will receive reviews in the following areas: Basic Project Planning including Drawings, Bill of Materials and a plan of procedure, work place safety, equipment operation, construction, assembly and finishing basics. The knowledge the students review will be put to practical use in the construction of a required wood project. Woods 2 students are responsible for purchasing all needed materials for their projects; including but not limited to lumber, hardware, nails, screws and finishing material including Sand Paper, tack Cloths, stains and finishes. We request all finishes be water based for safe use and easy clean up. Related Occupations Include; Cabinet Builder, Construction Worker, Contractor, Cabinet and Industrial Designers, Architect, Computer Technician, Structural and Industrial Engineers, Computer Numerical Control Machining and Robotics programming, Forester, Forest Conservation and Reclamation, Upholstery, Pattern and Model Making, Manufacturing. 420 Drafting Skills ½ credit Technical Communications focuses on how to produce Engineering drawings for communicating in the technology driven world.. Emphasis will be placed on basic math concepts and drafting principles and techniques. Instruction will include producing mechanical drawings using drafting equipment. Topics covered: equipment, lettering, alphabet of lines, pictorial drawings, and auxiliary views. Related Occupations Include: Engineering, Computer Drafting Technicians, Process Planners, Design Engineers, and Designers; including Landscaping and Interior Design. 422 Mechanical/Civil Engineering ½ credit Prerequisite: Successful completion of Technical Communications I-Basic Drafting Skills (Drafting I) This Technical Communication course emphasizes advanced technical/mechanical drafting principles and techniques, using a Computer Aided Drafting Program, utilizing technical information to solve complex drawings including; auxiliary views, sectional drawings, threads and other fasteners, developments, charts and graphs. Related Occupations Include: Civil and Mechanical Engineering, Computer Drafting Technicians, Process Planners, Design Engineers; including Landscaping and Interior Design 423 Architectural Structures ½ credit Prerequisite: Successful completion of Technical Communications I-Basic Drafting Skills (Drafting I) This Architectural/Engineering course is an introduction to structural and residential drafting and design. Emphasis will be placed on basic elements of structures, the planning of basic areas of a house, the structural members needed for construction and combining these into a composite functional plan. Each Student will design and draw a set of residential house plans. Related Occupations include; Architects, Structural Engineers, Computer Drafting Technicians, Process Planners, Urban and Regional Planners, Design Engineers, and Designers; including Landscaping and Interior Design. 51

53 426 Digital Photography II ½ credit Prerequisite: Successful completion of Digital Photography After taking digital photography, students may gain knowledge in a specific area of interest. They will narrow their focus of study and style to develop their own personal and professional photographic style. Students will be expected to shoot and enhance their topics of choice using Adobe Photoshop. Photo assignments can be expected to be taken outside of class, on their own time. Student must provide their own digital camera and way of uploading photos. A final portfolio of photos and artwork must be presented at the end of the semester. 427 Digital Photography I ½ credit Students will learn digital photography in terms of design and communication factors including color, visual design, lighting, graphics and aesthetics. Focus will be on composing the photo then enhancing it in the Digital Darkroom using Adobe Photoshop. Other digital imaging skills will include scanning and scanning resolution, file formats, output devices, color systems and image acquisitions. Several themes, for example: communication, people, action, architecture and landscaping will be assigned. Students will build a portfolio of their best photos. All themes will need to be taken outside of class time. Students must provide their own digital camera and card reader for downloading photos. It is suggested that students purchase a flash drive and photo quality paper for projects. 429 Basic Photography ½ credit Prerequisite: Determination of placement through IEP. This introductory course will introduce students to the basics of using a digital camera. Students will also be introduced to the methods for altering pictures through the use of computer and applicable software programs. 430 Media Design ½ credit The purpose of this one-semester course is to produce publications on the computer using the Adobe Indesign and Photoshop programs. Students will learn the skills of basic graphic design then combine pictures, graphics, and text to visually organize various publications. Examples of publications may include: advertisements, newsletters, magazine layouts, brochures, flyers, web pages, and packaging. Media Design is strongly recommended if students are interested in enrolling in Yearbook to gain computer skills. 433 Digital Media I ½ credit Shoot, add audio and edit your own story! Produce and promote digital stories by learning a variety of equipment and software. Learn to professionally use digital video cameras and devices to record footage with visual composition, lighting and aesthetics. Then, use the latest technologies to digitally edit and enhance your video packages, including and professional Adobe After Effects, Photoshop and Premier Pro. We will begin sharing your work through social media. Students will need to purchase media at a minimal cost to record and store their information. Work outside of classroom time is required. 52

54 434 Digital Media II ½ credit Prerequisite: Digital Media I A continuation of Digital Media 1, take your story telling to the next level by developing your own style. In addition to advancing capturing, script writing, and editing skills, we will introduce web-based programs and APPs to your editing. Graphics will also be introduced to your productions. Stories will be promoted through popular social media marketing. This class will also learn the basics of TV Broadcasting by using studio cameras, audio equipment, and video switching equipment. Students create their own new production that they will direct. Creating commercials, PSAs and sports highlight creation will be studied. Students will need to purchase media at a minimal cost to record and store their information. Work outside of classroom time is required. 435 Yearbook I 1 credit Prerequisite: Contract with Teacher Recommendation: Media Design or a Digital Photography class The purpose of this course is to produce the Glenwood High School yearbook. This full-year course is designed to combine English communication skills with graphic art, design and computer skills. Students will learn the skills of effective verbal and visual communication, as well as time, personnel and money management. They will use Adobe Indesign and Photoshop programs to design the yearbook. A great deal of work outside of class is a requirement, i.e., attending school functions, taking pictures, soliciting advertisements and meeting deadlines. Students in this course will learn responsibilities including editing, writing, planning, designing, organizing and managing production of the yearbook publication. 436 Yearbook II 1 credit Prerequisite: Contract with Teacher Recommendation: "C" or higher in Yearbook I and Media Design or a Digital Photography class An increase of responsibility for yearbook students is expected in this full-year course. Likelihood of these students serving in editorial capacity is enhanced. The purpose of this course is to produce the Glenwood High School yearbook. This course is designed to combine English communication skills with graphic art, design and computer skills. Students will learn the skills of effective verbal and visual communication, as well as time, personnel and money management. They will use Adobe Indesign and Photoshop software programs to design the yearbook. A great deal of work outside of class is a requirement, i.e., attending school functions, taking pictures, soliciting advertisements and meeting deadlines. Students in this course will learn responsibilities including editing, writing, planning, designing, organizing and managing production of the yearbook publication. 437 Yearbook III 1 credit Prerequisite: Contract with Teacher Recommendation: B or higher in Yearbook II and Media Design or a Digital Photography class An increase of responsibility for students is expected in this full year course. Likelihood of these students serving in editorial capacity is enhanced. Students will serve as editors for other student s work. The purpose of this course is to produce the Glenwood High School yearbook. This course is designed to combine English communication skills with graphic art, design and computer skills. Students will learn the skills of effective verbal and visual communication, as well as time, personnel and money management. They will use Adobe Indesign and Photoshop software programs to design the yearbook. A great deal of work outside of class is a requirement, i.e., attending school functions, taking pictures, soliciting advertisements, and meeting deadlines. Students in this course will learn responsibilities including editing, writing, planning, designing, organizing and managing production of the yearbook publication. 53

55 438 Yearbook IV 1 credit Prerequisite: Contract with Teacher Recommendation: B or higher in Yearbook III and Media Design or a Digital Photography class An increase of responsibility for students is expected in this full year course. Students will assist with curriculum lessons. Likelihood of these students serving in editorial capacity is enhanced. Students will serve as editors for other student s work. The purpose of this course is to produce the Glenwood High School yearbook. This course is designed to combine English communication skills with graphic art, design and computer skills. Students will learn the skills of effective verbal and visual communication, as well as time, personnel and money management. They will use Adobe Indesign and Photoshop software programs to design the yearbook. A great deal of work outside of class is a requirement, i.e., attending school functions, taking pictures, soliciting advertisements, and meeting deadlines. Students in this course will learn responsibilities including editing, writing, planning, designing, organizing and managing production of the yearbook publication. 441 Honors Media Internship 1 credit Prerequisite: Teacher Approval; Junior or Senior Standing; and Yearbook II or Multimedia Design. Students in this full year course will serve as Mnemosyne Editor-in-Chief; Mnemosyne Business Manager; Mnemosyne Photography Editor; GPUBS Editor; or Multimedia Podcast Editor. They will be responsible for organizing and managing the students in Media Internship and MultiMedia Design or Yearbook I, II, III, IV so that various aspects of the yearbook, webpage and podcasts are functioning according to standards. They will give final approval for coverage, editors, and evaluators of projects. Internship time allows for planning and organization and evaluation time with the instructor. For Mnemosyne (yearbook) positions, students are required to be enrolled in Yearbook I, II, III or IV in addition to Honors Media Internship. Positions must be applied for and teacher approved. A significant amount of work outside of class will be required, including, but not limited to, attending school functions, taking photos and video taping school events and completing deadlines. 54

56 ENGLISH COMMITMENT TO THE HONORS PROGRAM Students in the honors program are expected to commit to the honors program culminating in taking AP English Language and Composition the junior year and AP English Literature and Composition the senior year. English Makeup Policy Students are not allowed to take two English classes during the same semester. English credit can be remediated through summer school or correspondence in correlation with School Board Policy 6: Standard English I 1 credit Prerequisite: This course is offered through teacher and guidance recommendation only. This course fulfills the freshman Standard English requirements. Students will participate in intensive reading and writing training. This will include developing those skills needed to write a structurally sound, as well as developed, essay. Students will also write in a variety of genres and for a variety of audiences. Reading comprehension will be a major focus along with grammar, composition, vocabulary, and literature, including novels. 701 College Prep English I 1 credit This course fulfills the freshman English college prep requirements. Students will study grammar, the writing process, speaking skills, and literature. Analysis and critical thinking skills will be applied to exploring the elements of various genres and writing numerous compositions. Vocabulary, literary analysis, and oral presentations will be included in the course. 705 Honors English I 1 credit This course fulfills the freshman English honors requirements. In this honors course, analysis and critical thinking skills will be emphasized in written forms. Students will participate in individual and group analysis of the various literary genres. Speech, novel analysis, and vocabulary will be integrated into the course. Two research projects (including one paper and one speech) are included in this course. 710 Standard English II 1 credit Prerequisite: Successful completion of Standard English I and teacher recommendation. This course fulfills the sophomore standard requirements. First semester units studied include reading skills, study skills, and vocabulary, research skills, the novel, grammar, and drama. Second semester units studied include vocabulary, literature, research, grammar, composition and speech. 712 College Prep English II 1 credit Prerequisite: Successful completion of English I This course fulfills the sophomore English college prep requirement. Students will study a variety of genres of literature from prose to poetry and drama. Students will integrate the entire spectrum of English which includes composition, literature and speech. A short research paper will be required. The level of study will be aimed at the average student who needs a continuation of study skills in reading, writing and speaking. 55

57 714 Honors English II 1 credit Prerequisite: Successful completion of English I Recommendation: B or better in English I or successful completion of Honors English I This course fulfills the sophomore English honors requirement. The course will integrate the disciplines of literature, composition, vocabulary, grammar, and speech. Using a variety of genres of literature, the students will evaluate and analyze the times as reflected in literature. The emphasis will be on the relationship between history and literature and between writing and literature. The students will be required to study speech, prepare and deliver various speeches, and write in various modes, including researched essays. 720 Standard English III 1 credit Prerequisite: Successful completion of Standard English II and teacher recommendation This course fulfills the standard junior English requirement. Students in this course will study American short fiction, poetry, drama, and long fiction from the Pre-Romantic era through the Post-Modernist era. These students will write essays for a variety of purposes and fulfill their junior public speaking requirement. A researched persuasive term paper is a requirement for this course. Vocabulary and grammar development and improvement will be stressed in this course. 722 College Prep English III 1 credit Prerequisite: Successful completion of English II This course fulfills the college prep junior English requirement. Students will study American short fiction, poetry, drama, and long fiction from the Pre-Romantic era through the Post-Modernist era. This course will include an in-depth study of a variety of writing purposes with an emphasis on the development of the thesis statement. Researched persuasive essays will be a requirement. There will be an emphasis placed on the connection between history and the literature in this course as well as on the philosophies of the writers. Improvement of vocabulary and grammar skills as well as oral presentations will be emphasized throughout the year. 723 Honors English III 1 credit Prerequisite: Successful completion of English II Recommendation: B or better in English II or successful completion of Honors English II This course fulfills the honors junior English requirement. Students in this course will study American short fiction, poetry, drama, and long fiction from the Pre-Romantic era through the Post-Modernist era. There will be an emphasis placed on the connection between history and the literature in this course as well as on the philosophies of the writers. This course will also offer students an opportunity to enhance their writing skills. The students will write several essays for a variety of purposes as well as many shorter writings connecting the literature to its historical era. Students will practice both grammar and reading analysis as pertains to standardized testing. Additionally, a literary analysis and researched persuasive essays are requirements for this course. Weekly vocabulary will allow students to demonstrate a variety of analytical skills. 727 Speech ½ credit Prerequisite: Successful completion of sophomore English at the college prep level or greater. This is an introductory course in public speaking. Students learn effective ways to plan, organize, research, practice, and deliver speeches (both informative and persuasive before a live audience). The importance of listening skills and audience analysis in human communication is also stressed. This course counts for elective credit and does not satisfy the core requirement of English credit for graduation. Note: Students may receive 3 hours of college credit from LLCC through the Dual Credit Partnership if they 56

58 apply for it and fulfill the course objectives set forth in the agreement. Please refer to pages of the Course Book regarding specific information on requirements, guidelines, dual credit fees, dropping courses, etc. 730 A P Language and Composition III 1 credit Prerequisite: An A or B in Sophomore Honors English II or- Student has achieved an A in Sophomore College Prep English and/or has a teacher recommendation from their Sophomore College Prep teacher (not from Guidance or someone else) or Student has a teacher recommendation from their Sophomore College Prep teacher only. Any other student seeking to enroll in A.P. Language and Composition but who has not been in the honors course or received the A or B in the prerequisite may apply for the class by submitting writing samples and taking a pre-test in writing. Based upon the success of these writings, the student may take the Advanced Placement course. This Advanced Placement course is designed for serious, responsible, self-motivated college-bound students. The reading is challenging; the writing is frequent and requires independent thought. This course requires two skills: the ability to read the material and the ability to write clearly and cohesively about that material. Short, research-based writing, in-class prompts, and journals will be required. Each student will be required to write one researched paper each semester. This course is designed for those students who will be enrolling in A.P. Literature and Composition next year. In addition to writing, students in this course will study American literature from the Pre-Romantic era through the Post-Modernist era with a special interest placed on nonfiction literature and its place in its historical time period. Oral presentations will be an integral part of this course. Taking the Advanced Placement Composition and Language test in May is highly encouraged as a logical capstone to the course. Students could receive COM 111 college credit if they score well enough on the AP exam at the end of the year. 731 Standard English IV 1 credit This course fulfills the senior English requirement. The course is designed to prepare students to read and write material that they will likely encounter after graduation, to develop a desire to read and cultivate an enjoyment for reading for a lifetime, to expose students to a variety of reading material and strengthen reading skills. In addition, students will enhance formal writing skills, construct presentations, demonstrate improvement in usage, utilize research skills, write formal papers, and hone interpersonal skills. 733 Honors Novels and Rhetoric IV 1 credit Prerequisite: Successful completion of junior English and recommendation from current junior English teacher. In order to enroll in this LLCC Dual Credit course, the student must fulfill any and all obligations required by the Lincoln Land Community College. Due to the rigor of the course and LLCC expectations, students will receive Honors Level credit. Students enrolled in Dual Credit Novels and Rhetoric will be obligated to purchase their own copies of the required novels. Recommendation: An overall B average in English This course fulfills the senior English requirement. The students will read selected novels dealing with various geographical areas and historical time periods. Course work will include analysis of the literary concepts in the novels and some author background. In addition to analyzing novels, students will study research skills necessary for formal papers, write formal papers using correct format, demonstrate vocabulary skills and standard usage skills. Papers will be written which will require reading literary journals and formal research. The students will also prepare oral presentations over material studied. 57

59 Note: Students may receive 3 hours of Humanities credit from LLCC through the Dual Credit Partnership if they apply for it and fulfill the course objectives set forth in the agreement. Please refer to the section on Dual Credit in the Course Book regarding specific information on requirements, guidelines, dual credit fees, dropping courses, etc. 734 World Literature and Rhetoric IV 1 credit Prerequisite: Successful completion of English III This course fulfills the senior English requirement. This course is designed to introduce students to various cultures and literature from ancient mythology to present day literature. A variety of genres poetry, short story, essay, and drama will be studied. In addition, this course provides students an opportunity to polish their writing skills and techniques. A variety of formal papers will be written including a researched paper. Oral presentations and vocabulary are also stressed. 735 Creative Writing ½ credit Prerequisite: Successful completion of English II This semester-long, elective English course is an introduction to creative writing through the production of original poetry, drama, fiction and non-fiction. The students will study and practice techniques to generate inspiration in order to produce their own original pieces. The students will create a semester portfolio of their original work as their final project. This course counts for elective credit and does not satisfy the core requirement of English credit for graduation. 737 Honors British Literature and Rhetoric IV 1 credit Prerequisite: Successful completion of English III Recommendation: A B or better in English III or successful completion of Honors English III This course fulfills the senior English requirement. The primary objective of this survey course is to cover British literature from the fifth century to the modern era. Literary trends as represented through different genres are subjects of comparative study. In addition, this course provides students an opportunity to polish their writing skills and techniques. Argument and persuasion and causal analysis are added to the student s writing techniques. A research paper is required. Oral presentations and vocabulary are also stressed. 740 AP Literature and Composition IV 1 credit Prerequisite: Successful completion of Junior AP Language and Composition or Student has achieved an A or B in Junior Honors English or Student has achieved an A in Junior College Prep English and/or has a teacher recommendation from their Junior College Prep English teacher only. Any other student who desires to take an Advanced Placement class but has not been in the prerequisite course may apply for the class by submitting writing samples and taking a pre-test in writing. Based upon the success of these writings, the student may take the Advanced Placement course. This course fulfills the senior English requirement. This course provided college-bound students the opportunity to increase their writing skills and their ability to interpret literary works. Dramas, novels, and poetry are analyzed. Each semester major works will be studied; oral presentations will be given, and several analytical research papers will be required. The semester exam will consist of one major paper counting one-fifth of the total semester grade. Prompts on the material read, additional writing, and journals are also required. Taking the Advanced Placement Literature and Composition test in May is highly encouraged as a logical conclusion to this course. Students who successfully complete an Advanced Placement exam may qualify for college credits subject to the 58

60 discretion of the institute of higher education. Students are responsible for investigating the acceptance policy at each institution. 741 Journalism I ½ credit Prerequisite: Successful completion of English II This elective English course will provide an introduction to journalistic writing. Students will practice writing in news, sports, features, and editorials. Students will also learn the basics of newspaper photography. Other various aspects of journalism will be explored as well, including the changing role and face of journalism in today s society and ethics pertaining to news reporting. This course counts for elective credit and does not satisfy the core requirement of English credit for graduation. 742 Journalism II ½ credit Prerequisite: Successful completion of Journalism I This elective English Course will provide students with the skills necessary to maintain a regular newspaper publication. Students will apply learned skills in journalistic writing and photography. Students will continue to practice and refine these skills while running the Titan Torch website. This course counts for elective credit and does not satisfy the core requirement of English credit for graduation. 750 Basic English I 1 credit Prerequisite: Determination of placement by individual IEPs This course will enable the student to improve his/her reading and comprehension skills, to include strengthening organizational skills, study skills, and reference skills. This course will enable each student to strengthen his/her basic grammar, composition and vocabulary skills. Students will be exposed to a beginning level speech component. 751 Basic English II 1 credit Prerequisite: Determination of placement by individual IEPs This course will allow each student to strengthen his/her grammar, composition, and research skills. Students will also learn to write and present a speech. Students will continue to improve reading and comprehension skills through exposure to various selections of fiction and non-fiction. 752 Basic English III 1 credit Prerequisite: Determination of placement by individual IEPs The goal in English III is to continue development of writing skills with a focus upon grammar, mechanics and vocabulary developments. Students will improve their speech skills through the presentation of a speech. Reading skills will also be highlighted through exposure to various selections of fiction and non-fiction from American Literature. 753 Basic English IV 1 credit Prerequisite: Determination of placement by individual IEPs The goal in English IV is to continue development of writing skills and to gain exposure to various types of literature. Course work will focus upon correct grammar, writing mechanics, and vocabulary development. Students will continue working on their speech skills. Reading skills will also be highlighted through exposure to various selections of fiction and non-fiction. 59

61 English Course Offerings FRESHMAN SOPHOMORE JUNIOR SENIOR Basic English I Basic English II Basic English III Basic English IV Standard English I Standard English II Standard English III Standard English IV College Prep English I College Prep English II College Prep English III Novels and Rhetoric IV (Dual Credit) Honors English I Honors English II Honors English III World Literature IV AP Language and Composition Speech (Dual Credit) Journalism I and II (Elective) Creative Writing (Elective) Honors British Literature IV AP Literature and Composition AP Language and Composition Speech (Dual Credit) Journalism I and II (Elective) Creative Writing (Elective) 60

62 FOREIGN LANGUAGE Any student without equivalent transfer or prerequisite credit who wishes to place into a level other than I or IA of a foreign language must pass a written and oral exam. These exams must be administered during or before May of the school year prior to desired placement. Exams will not be given at the beginning of the school year, with the exception of new or transfer students. Final approval will be given by the Foreign Language Department Coordinator. 501 French I 1 credit In the first year of French, vocabulary and basic grammatical structures are learned. Listening and speaking/pronunciation skills are emphasized as well as reading and writing skills. The culture and countries of the Francophones are studied. 502 French II 1 credit Prerequisite: Successful completion of French I Recommendation: "C" or better in French I French II further develops and strengthens the speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills introduced in French I. Vocabulary is enriched; verbs are reviewed, and new tenses are learned. The countries and cultures of the Francophones are studied. 503 Honors French III 1 credit Prerequisite: Successful completion of French II Recommendation: "C" or better in French II French III places continued emphasis on speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills. All grammatical structures and previously learned verb tenses are reviewed, and advanced tenses are introduced. Francophone countries in Europe and Africa are studied in depth. Because it is an honors course, there is increased pace, rigor, and expectations. The majority of the class will be conducted in French. 504 Honors French IV 1 credit Prerequisite: Successful completion of Honors French III Recommendation: "C" or better in Honors French III In French IV students continue the study of grammar and complete the study of all French verb tenses. Students will study thematic vocabulary and reading units. The geography and history of France and French language will be studied in depth. Students will be expected to write papers and engage in discussions in French. Class will be conducted in French. 505 AP French Language V 1 credit Prerequisite: Successful completion of four years of French. Recommendation: Grade of an A or B in Honors French IV or recommendation of instructor This course will provide the college bound student an opportunity to further his/her study of the French language, literature and culture. Thematic reading and cultural units will be studied. A strong emphasis is placed on the spoken language and advanced grammatical concepts in order to prepare for the AP exam. Various types of writing will be required. Class will be conducted in French. Students who successfully complete an Advanced Placement exam may qualify for college credits subject to the 61

63 discretion of the institute of higher education. Students are responsible for investigating the acceptance policy at each institution. 511 German I 1 credit The first course in German introduces basic German grammar, reading and speech. German is used in class as much as possible so that students get used to responding to everyday commands using basic vocabulary learned from the text. Cultural aspects of modern German life are also stressed. 512 German II 1 credit Prerequisite: Successful completion of German I Recommendation: "C" or better in German I The second course in German continues the study of grammar and exposes the student to a broader scope of reading material. Reading, writing, speaking, and listening are all stressed. The student s ability to express him/herself effectively by means of a basic German vocabulary within the context of the classroom and outside world situations is expanded. 513 Honors German III 1 credit Prerequisite: Successful completion of German II Recommendation: "C" or better in German II German culture, history, geography, and some highlights of German literature are studied. Previously learned verb tenses and grammatical concepts are reviewed and reinforced. Intensive reading and speaking in German with more writing than in previous levels help the student s vocabulary and comfort level with the language grow. A unit on the Holocaust will be studied. Because it is an honors course, there is increased pace, rigor, and expectations. 514 Honors German IV 1 credit Prerequisite: Successful completion of Honors German III Recommendation: "C" or better in Honors German III The fourth course in the study of German continues the study of grammar. Students will research and study German speaking countries to further their cultural knowledge. Thematic units include mysteries, legends and short stories. Students will be expected to write essays in German. Class will be conducted in German. A novel will be read and German history will be explored. 515 AP German Language V 1 credit Prerequisite: Successful completion of Four Years of German. Recommendation: Grade of an A or B in Honors German IV or recommendation of instructor This course will provide the college bound student an opportunity to further his/her study of the German language and German literature. Each semester features selected authors. Additional emphasis will be placed on advanced grammatical concepts, writing skills, and spoken German. Students who successfully complete an Advanced Placement exam may qualify for college credits subject to the discretion of the institute of higher education. Students are responsible for investigating the acceptance policy at each institution. 62

64 521 Spanish I 1 credit The first course in Spanish introduces basic Spanish grammar, speech and reading. Spanish is used in class as much as possible so that students get used to responding to everyday commands using basic vocabulary learned from the text. Culture aspects of modern Spanish life are introduced in each chapter by a short reading selection. 522 Spanish II 1 credit Prerequisite: Successful completion of Spanish I or Standard Spanish I-A and I-B Recommendation: "C" or better in Spanish I or a B or better in Standard Spanish I-A and I-B. The second course in Spanish further develops and strengthens the speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills introduced in Spanish I. Vocabulary is enriched; verbs are reviewed, and new tenses are learned. The countries and cultures of the Hispanic world are studied. 523 Honors Spanish III 1 credit Prerequisite: Successful completion of Spanish II or Spanish IIA and IIB Recommendation: "C" or better in Spanish II or a B or better in Spanish II-A and II-B. Honors Spanish III places continued emphasis on speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills. All grammatical structures and previously learned verb tenses are reviewed, and advanced tenses are introduced. Spanish-speaking countries and cultures are studied in depth. Because it is an honors course, there is increased pace, rigor, and expectations. The majority of the class will be conducted in Spanish. 524 Honors Spanish IV 1 credit Prerequisite: Successful completion of Honors Spanish III Recommendation: "C" or better in Honors Spanish III The fourth course in Spanish continues the study of grammar and completes the study of all Spanish verb tenses. Students will research and study selected people and events in Spanish speaking countries to further their cultural knowledge. Thematic reading units will be included. Students will be expected to write papers and engage in discussions in Spanish. Class will be conducted in Spanish. 525 AP Spanish Language V 1 credit Prerequisite: Successful completion of Four Years of Spanish. Recommendation: A or B in Honors Spanish IV or recommendation of instructor. This course provides the college bound student the opportunity to further his/her studies in Spanish language and literature. Each semester features selected authors. A strong emphasis will be placed on spoken Spanish and various advanced grammatical concepts in order to prepare for the AP exam. Various types of writing will be required. Class will be conducted in Spanish. Students who successfully complete an Advanced Placement exam may qualify for college credits subject to the discretion of the institute of higher education. Students are responsible for investigating the acceptance policy at each institution. 527 Standard Spanish I-A 1 credit This course is the first of a two year course sequence. It offers a chance for students to receive one full year of Spanish education spread over a two year period. The course is aimed at assisting students who need extra time and/or special, individualized attention to succeed. This course will take the current first year Spanish offering and slow down the pace and increase the amount of practice and reinforcement the students receive. See the 63

65 Spanish I course description for more detail. Credit cannot be earned in both Standard Spanish I-A & Spanish I. 528 Standard Spanish I-B 1 credit Prerequisite: Successful completion of Standard Spanish I-A or the first semester of Spanish I. This is the second year of a two year course that offers the first level of Spanish at a decelerated pace. The course is aimed at assisting students who need extra time and/or special, individualized attention to succeed. It offers an increased amount of practice and reinforcement. See the Spanish I course description for more detail. Credit cannot be earned in both Standard Spanish I- B and Spanish I. Colleges may not accept Standard Spanish I-A in place of Spanish I but may consider that passing both Standard Spanish I-A and B will meet the first half of a two year foreign language requirement. 529 Spanish II-A 1 credit Prerequisite: Successful completion of Standard Spanish I-A and I-B or Spanish I. This course will require two years to complete. It offers a chance for students to receive the second full year of Spanish education offered at GHS spread out over a two year period. The course is aimed at assisting students who need extra time and/or special, individualized attention to succeed. This course will take the current second year Spanish offering and slow down the pace and increase the amount of practice and reinforcement the students receive. See Spanish II course description for more detail. Credit cannot be earned in both Spanish II-A and first semester Spanish II. 530 Spanish II-B 1 credit Prerequisite: Successful completion of Standard Spanish I-A and B and Spanish II-A or Spanish I and the first semester of Spanish II. This is the second year of a two year course that offers the second level of Spanish at a decelerated pace. The course is aimed at assisting students who need extra time and/or special, individualized attention to succeed. It offers an increased amount of practice and reinforcement. Credit cannot be earned in both Spanish II-B and second semester Spanish II. 531 Spanish for Native Speakers 1 credit Prerequisite: None This course is designed to address the unique needs of a native Spanish speaker and includes the use of authentic sources, conversational activities, advanced literacy practice, and grammar and spelling lessons tailored specifically for native Spanish speakers. Students who have had significant exposure to the Spanish language outside of an academic setting should consider this course. Students will be encouraged to join the traditional Spanish track at Level III or IV upon completion of this course. Due to content overlap, students who elect to take this course in place of the traditional Spanish track can only earn credit for two of the three following courses; Spanish II, Honors Spanish III, Spanish for Native Speakers. 64

66 MATHEMATICS 1. Any student who wishes to take two mathematics courses during one school year MUST receive approval from the department coordinator. Forms are available in guidance. 2. Students will need to purchase a graphing calculator for some upper level courses. The instructor will specify what kind of graphing calculator to purchase. 3. All other mathematics courses require a scientific calculator. A Texas Instrument TI-30XII or TI-30XS Multi-View as recommended by the classroom teacher. 600 Standard Algebra I - Part A 1 credit Recommendation: Recommendation of student s middle school math teacher This course is the first in a two-year sequence. Students will take an in-depth approach to studying the first semester of Algebra I. Students will continue working to master basic operations in arithmetic while studying algebraic concepts of numbers & quantity, expressions, solving equations & inequalities, and multiple representations of linear functions. Students cannot receive credit for both Standard Algebra I Part A and the first semester of Algebra 1 due to duplication of material. 601 Standard Algebra I - Part B 1 credit Prerequisite: Successful completion of Standard Algebra I-Part A or successful completion of the first semester of Algebra I. This course is the second in a two-year sequence geared to ensure college preparedness. Students will take an in-depth approach to studying the second semester of Algebra I. Students will continue to master basic operations in arithmetic while studying concepts on polynomials, statistics and probability, solving systems of equations, and graphing linear, exponential, and quadratic functions. Standard Algebra I Part A and Standard Algebra I-Part B will not be counted as math credits when followed by Algebra I due to duplication of material. In addition, students cannot receive credit for both Standard Algebra I Part B and the second semester of Algebra 1 due to duplication of material. 602 Algebra I 1 credit Recommendation: Recommendation of student's middle school math teacher This is a course for the student who is competent in the basic operations of arithmetic and is ready for a more advanced level of mathematics. The content of this class will include numbers & quantity, expressions, polynomials, statistics & probability, and modeling with mathematics. There will be an emphasis on solving equations, inequalities, & systems of equations as well as graphing linear, exponential, & quadratic functions. Graphical, verbal, numeric, and algebraic representations of concepts are presented. This course is required for entrance to most colleges. It is also fundamental for a career or future study in all fields. 606 Geometry 1 credit Prerequisite: Successful completion of Algebra I Recommendation: At least a C average in Algebra I or recommendation of Standard Algebra I-Part B instructor This course presents the concepts of plane and solid geometry through deductive and inductive reasoning. Topics covered include congruence, similarity, right triangles and trigonometry, circles, expressing geometric 65

67 properties with equations, constructions, geometric measurement and dimension, and modeling and problem solving through geometry. A geometry course is an Illinois state requirement for high school graduation. Students wishing to reach AP Calculus AB or AP Calculus BC as a senior may enroll in Geometry and Honors Algebra II/Trigonometry simultaneously. Students must have written permission from the department coordinator. It is also recommended that students have a grade of A for both semesters of Algebra I. 610 Geometry Concepts 1 credit Prerequisite: Successful completion of Algebra I-Part Recommendation: At least a C average in Algebra I-Part B or recommendation of Algebra I instructor. This course presents the concepts of plane and solid geometry through deductive and inductive reasoning. Topics covered include congruence, similarity, right triangles and trigonometry, circles, expressing geometric properties with equations, geometric measurement and dimensions, and modeling and problem solving through geometry. This course takes an exploratory approach to understanding geometric concepts. A geometry course is an Illinois state requirement for high school graduation. Credit cannot be earned in both Geometry and Geometry Concepts. 612 Honors Algebra II / Trigonometry 1 credit Prerequisite: Successful completion of Geometry Recommendation: At least a B average in Geometry This course is designed for students interested in post-secondary study of mathematically related fields, are preparing for the ACT, and are well based in the fundamental operations of algebra. It includes some concepts that were introduced in Algebra I and Geometry, but will be taught in more depth. Topics covered include working with the real and complex number systems, polynomial & rational expressions, equations & inequalities, linear, quadratic, & exponential functions, statistics and probability, basic matrix operations, sequences and series, conic sections, trigonometry (with graphing), and the unit circle. 613 Algebra II/Trigonometry 1 credit Prerequesite: Successful completion of Geometry This course is designed for students interested in preparation for post-secondary study and for the ACT. It includes some concepts that were introduced in Algebra I and Geometry, but will be taught in more depth. Topics covered include working with the real and complex number systems, polynomial & rational expressions, equations & inequalities, linear, quadratic, & exponential functions, statistics and probability, basic matrix operations, conic sections, and trigonometry. 615 Algebra II 1 credit Prerequisite: Successful completion of Geometry or Geometry Concepts. This course is designed for fourth-year students interested in post-secondary study. It includes some concepts that were introduced in Algebra I and Geometry, but will be taught in more depth. There will be an emphasis on concepts that allow students to do well on college placement tests. Topics covered include working with the real and complex number systems, polynomial & rational expressions, equations & inequalities, functions (linear, quadratic, & exponential), statistics and probability. Credit cannot be earned in more than one of the following: Algebra II, Algebra II/Trigonometry, and Honors Algebra II/Trigonometry. Both Algebra II and Algebra II/Trigonometry are considered college prep courses. 66

68 617 Honors Pre-Calculus 1 credit Prerequisite: Successful completion of Honors Algebra II/Trigonometry or from Algebra II/Trigonometry with teacher permission. This course reviews and extends the topics of Honors Algebra II/Trigonometry such as real and complex numbers, conic sections, polynomials, trigonometry, analytical geometry, vectors, matrices, logarithms, exponential functions, probability, limits, differentiation, and applications. Successful completion of this course provides the student with the necessary prerequisites for Advanced Placement Calculus AB or BC. 618 Finite Mathematics 1 credit Prerequisite: Successful completion of Algebra II This course is a broad-based overview of mathematical topics including finite math, logic, sets, systems of numeration, consumer mathematics, probability, statistical analysis and graph theory. Students may not progress to AP Calculus AB or BC from this course. Students will need to purchase a graphing calculator for Advanced Placement courses. The instructor will specify what kind of calculator to purchase. These courses are designed to prepare students for the specific Advanced Placement math exam in May stated as the title of the course. 619 AP Statistics 1 credit Prerequisite: Successful completion of Honors Algebra II / Trig or Algebra II/Trig. Students who have completed Algebra II may take AP Statistics with approval of their Algebra II teacher AND the Math Department Coordinator. Recommendation: Received at least a B in all semesters of previous math courses This course is equivalent to a one semester, non-calculus-based introductory college statistics course. AP Statistics introduces students to the major concepts and tools for collecting, analyzing, and drawing conclusions from data. Students are exposed to four broad conceptual themes: 1. Exploring Data: Describing patterns and departures from patterns 2. Sampling and Experimentation: Planning and conducting a study 3. Anticipating Patterns: Exploring random phenomena using probability and simulation 4. Statistical Inference: Estimating population parameters and testing hypotheses Students who successfully complete an Advanced Placement exam may qualify for college credits subject to the discretion of the institute of higher education. Students are responsible for investigating the acceptance policy at each institution. 620 AP Calculus (AB) 1 credit Prerequisite: Successful completion of Honors Pre-Calculus Recommendation: At least a B in all semesters of previous math courses The main topics covered in AP Calculus (AB) are functions, differential calculus and integral calculus. Some of the types of functions to be covered will be polynomial, trigonometric, exponential and logarithmic. In differential calculus the derivatives of functions and applications of derivatives will be studied. In integral calculus, integrations, anti-derivatives and applications will be studied. Students are highly encouraged to participate in the AP exam in May. 67

69 Students who successfully complete an Advanced Placement exam may qualify for college credits subject to the discretion of the institute of higher education. Students are responsible for investigating the acceptance policy at each institution. 626 AP Calculus (BC) 1 credit Prerequisite: Successful completion of Honors Pre-Calculus with a grade of B or greater in both semesters. Recommendation: At least a B in all semesters of previous math courses In addition to all topics covered in AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC includes convergent tests, Taylor and Maclaurin series, parametric and polar equations, L Hospital s rule, integration by parts, improper integrals, Euler s method, logistic differential equations and partial fractions to integrate rational functions. The curriculum for AP Calculus BC will cover approximately 50% more than that of AP Calculus AB. Students are highly encouraged to participate in the AP exam in May. Students who successfully complete an Advanced Placement exam may qualify for college credits subject to the discretion of the institute of higher education. Students are responsible for investigating the acceptance policy at each institution. Credit cannot be earned in both AP Calculus AB and AP Calculus BC. 621 Basic Math I 1 credit Prerequisite: Determination of placement by individual IEPs This course is the 1 st in a two-year sequence. Students will work to master basic operations in arithmetic while studying algebraic concepts of numbers and quantity, expressions, solving equations and inequalities, and multiple representations of functions. 622 Basic Math II 1 credit Prerequisite: Determination of placement by individual IEPs and successful completion of Basic Math I, Algebra IA or the first semester of Algebra I. This course is the 2 nd in a two-year sequence. Students will continue working to master basic operations in arithmetic while studying polynomials, solving systems of equations, and graphing functions. 623 Basic Math III 1 credit Prerequisite: Determination of placement by individual IEPs In this course students will continue reinforcement of basic math skills and geometry concepts. Topics further explore multi-step equations, graphing, factoring, and other algebraic concepts. Geometry concepts further explore perimeter, angles, volume, area, polygons, triangle relationships, circles, parallel and perpendicular lines, and properties of figures. 624 Basic Math IV 1 credit Prerequisite: Determination of placement by individual IEPs This year long course is an elective course in math offered to seniors. Instruction will focus on the continuing development of math skills necessary for day-to-day living and employment. Topics include money management, budgets, household purchases, and paying bills. Geometry concepts will expand skills and knowledge from the Basic Math III course covering perimeter, angles, volume, polygons, triangle relationships, circles, parallel and perpendicular lines, and property of figures at a more advanced level. 68

70 Mathematics 3 Years Graduation Requirement, 4 Years Recommended by ACT (P) = Pre-requisite for another course All Standard Sequences 8th Grade 9th Grade 10th Grade 11th Grade 12th Grade 8th Grade Math Standard Algebra Part IA Standard Algebra Part IB Geometry Concepts Algebra II ACT Recommended Sequences Finite Math Advanced Pre - Algebra Algebra 1 (P) Geometry (P) Algebra II / Trigonometry AP Statistics Honors Algebra II / Trigonometry (P) Honors Pre-Calculus (P) Honors / Advanced Placement Sequences Algebra 1 (P) Geometry (P) Honors Algebra II / Trigonometry (P) Honors Pre-Calculus (P) AP Calculus AB/BC (P) Geometry (P) Honors Algebra II / Trigonometry (P) Honors Pre - Calculus (P) AP Calculus AB/BC (P) AP Statistics Pathways are not all-inclusive. Confer with your guidance counselor for additional options. CHECK COURSE DESCRIPTIONS FOR DETAILS ON COURSES 69

71 PHYSICAL EDUCATION Students are required to participate in physical education daily unless a waiver is granted. Waivers are only available for juniors and seniors. One semester of physical education shall be an 18-week course in health. Students will receive a one-half credit per semester that the course is passed. P.E. students must use a school issued lock or a lock that has been brought with from Glenwood Middle School. Seniors may enroll in two Physical Education classes if one is either, Athletic Strength and Conditioning and the other is a Standard Fitness/Physical Education class. This can only be in lieu of study hall and will not be used to fulfill graduation requirements. A student who cannot participate in class activities due to medical reasons will be placed on Medical PE. Medical PE will be given for students who have a doctor s excuse from PE for more than 2 weeks. He/she will be given an assignment(s) based on the length of removal from physical activity for the remaining 9 weeks or semester. If credit is not needed for graduation, the student will be placed in study hall. The student will take an additional class second semester if still on medical leave and credit is needed. Medical P.E. is not intended to be a year-long class. 801 Athletic Strength & Conditioning I (F/S) 9 th Grade Boys ½ credit 802 Athletic Strength & Conditioning I (F/S) 9 th Grade Girls ½ credit 803 Strength & Conditioning I (F/S) 9 th Grade Coed ½ credit Recommendation: Previous athletic participation or strong fitness background and Middle School teacher recommendation. This is a semester course that is being offered as an elective of physical education. There will be a boy s section and a girl s section. If numbers dictate classes will be coed. This class is designed for students who are interested in learning how to improve their fitness and strength levels through a variety of activities that include strength training, flexibility training, plyometric training, and aerobic training. Students will participate in learning about the latest information on fitness and exercise. STUDENTS WILL BE CHALLENGED TO PERFORM AT A HIGH LEVEL OF EFFORT! The BFS weight training program will be utilized. All students will be required to perform the bench press, parallel squat, power clean, and dead lift. Some workouts may be adjusted at the discretion of the physical education department. 806 Standard Strength/Physical Education I 9 th Grade (F/S) Coed ½ credit This is a class that is being offered as a basic level physical education elective for freshmen. The class is designed to expose students to all aspects of the physical education program at Glenwood High School. Students in this class will participate in physical fitness activities, individual/team sports and weight lifting. Students will be doing basic weight lifting activities at least one day per week. It is the intent of our department that students in this class will be in the weight room at least 1 day per week, depending on availability. Alternative weight lifting activities will be used if there is an overload in the weight room. 807 Standard Fitness/Physical Education II, III+IV (F/S) Coed ½ credit This is a class that is being offered as an elective for the basic level physical education student. Students will engage in fitness activities, weight lifting, and individual and team activities. This class will focus on the benefits of a lifetime fitness routine. All units run approximately on a 3-week basis within a 9 week grading period. A nominal activity fee may be assessed for some off campus activities. 70

72 814 Strength & Conditioning II, III, IV (F/S) Coed ½ credit Recommendation: Previous athletic participation or strong fitness background and previous teacher recommendation. This is a full year course that is being offered as an elective of physical education. There will be a boy s section and a girl s section. If numbers dictate classes will be coed. This class is designed for students who are interested in learning how to improve their fitness and strength levels through a variety of activities that include strength training, flexibility training, plyometric training, and aerobic training. Students will participate in learning about the latest information on fitness and exercise. STUDENTS WILL BE CHALLENGED TO PERFORM AT A HIGH LEVEL OF EFFORT! The BFS weight training program will be utilized. All students will be required to perform the bench press, parallel squat, power clean, and dead lift. Some workouts may be adjusted at the discretion of the physical education department. 816 E.B. Athletic Physical Conditioning II, III + IV (Boys) ½ credit (Early Bird Classes meet from 7:30 8:20) 818 Athletic Physical Conditioning II, III + IV (Girls) ½ credit Prerequisite: Students must apply by obtaining a petition from the department chair in the PE Office. This is a semester course that is being offered as an elective in physical education. The course covers a student's requirement in physical education. Emphasis will be placed on improving the student's strength, agility, endurance and general fitness through a variety of activities that include weight training, plyometrics, aerobic activity and speed training. This course is open to sophomore, junior and senior students, however enrollment shall be limited to 40 students with seniors having priority. Each student who applies must have the approval of the department chairperson. In all of the above classes, students will be required to lift 3 days a week and keep an accurate record of their lifts. Two days a week will be designated as conditioning days where students will be required to drill in speed and agility as well as distance running. The BFS lifting program will be utilized. These classes are open to students who can meet the following physical requirements: 1. Must be able to bench press, parallel squat, and power clean three days per week. 2. Must be able to run one mile continuously. 825 Health (F/S) ½ credit This is a semester course required of all students. It is normally taken during the freshman year. The course includes units in tobacco, drugs, alcohol and reproduction. Other units covered during the semester include cardiopulmonary resuscitation, communicable diseases, first aid, cancer, and consumer health, as well as various other units involving social and emotional health. Health Education is required to graduate. 826 Basic Health ½ credit Prerequisite: Determination of placement by individual IEPs This one semester course meets the Health requirement for freshman special education students. This course includes units in substance abuse, structure and function of the body, reproduction, stress, personal relationships, first aid, and diseases. 830 Adaptive Basic PE I II III - IV 1 credit Prerequisite: Determination of placement by individual IEPs. This class is designed for students with physical and/or mental disabilities. In class students will participate in a variety of lifetime activities in: weight training, cardiovascular, balance, coordination and sport related areas. 71

73 SCIENCE Colleges may not accept Standard courses as appropriate college preparatory coursework, but these courses may be used to fulfill science requirements for graduation. If science credit has already been earned in a College Prep class, the student cannot enroll in a Standard class without the permission of the department chairperson. As you fulfill your 2 year science requirement the Department recommends that you enroll in at least one life science class and one physical science class. 200 Standard Chemistry ½ credit This is a one-semester introductory course that covers the general concepts of chemistry. It is a hands-on course that is designed to give students a fundamental knowledge of chemistry and how chemistry affects their lives. Topics to be covered include the SI units and methods of science, periodic table, atomic structure, state of matter, chemical/physical properties and changes, bonding, compounds, chemical equations and household chemistry. 201 Standard Physics ½ credit This is a one-semester introductory level course that covers the general concepts of physics. It is a hands-on course that is designed to give students a fundamental knowledge of physics and how physics affects their lives. Topics to be covered include the SI units and methods of science, laws of motion, energy and forces. 202 Standard Earth Science ½ credit This is a one-semester introductory level course that covers the general concepts of earth science. It is a handson course that is designed to give students a fundamental knowledge of earth science and how earth science affects their lives. Topics to be covered include the SI units and methods of science, earth s crust, plate tectonics, water, natural resources, and astronomy. 203 Standard Biology ½ credit This is a one-semester introductory level course that covers the general concepts of biology. It is a hands-on course that is designed to give students a fundamental knowledge of biology and how biology affects their lives. Topics to be covered include the SI units and methods of science, classification of living things, cell structure and function, diversity of living organisms, genetics, and ecology. 208 Physical Science 1 credit Recommendation: Incoming freshmen or successful completion of Standard Chemistry/ Standard Physics. This is a year-long physical science course which will follow and expand the 8 th grade physical science course. This course will review chemistry, expand upon physics, and introduce earth science and astronomy. This is a laboratory and math-based course designed to prepare students for higher level science courses. 210 Biology I 1 credit Recommendation: Successful completion of Physical Science This introductory biology course is designed for the student with little or no biology background. This one year course is intended to increase student awareness of and appreciation for the living world and to create scientific literacy. Topics covered include cell biology, genetics, evolution, microbiology, zoology, botany, and ecology. 72

74 211 Honors Biology I 1 credit Recommendation: Students with a high level of math/science skills, excellent study skills and a high degree of maturity. It is also suggested that students who take this class have a recommendation from their 8 th grade science teacher or freshman physical science teacher. This introductory Biology course is designed to develop laboratory skills, critical thinking and curiosity. Topics covered are: cell biology, genetics, evolution, microbiology, botany, and human anatomy/physiology. The major difference between Biology I and Honors Biology I is the level of teacher expectation and resulting demands on the student. 215 Biology II 1 credit Prerequisite: Successful completion of Biology I or Honors Biology I Recommendation: Successful completion of Chemistry This year long class continues the study of introductory biology topics. Students who have successfully completed the first year of biology will have the opportunity to investigate further aspects of the following topics: cell biology, botany, genetics, DNA technologies, and human anatomy and physiology. 217 Chemistry 1 credit Prerequisite: Successful completion of Biology I or Honors Biology I This one year course is designed to introduce the disciplines of chemistry. Chemistry is a laboratory and math based course designed to give an overview of chemistry and relevance to everyday life applications. This course will prepare students for more advanced science courses. Topics covered will include: water chemistry, periodic properties, chemical equations and formulas, chemical reactions, stoichiometry, organic and petroleum-based chemistry, nuclear chemistry, and atmospheric chemistry, as they pertain to real life applications. 224 Conceptual Physics 1 credit Prerequisite: Successful completion of, or concurrent enrollment in, Algebra II Recommendation: C average in Algebra I and Geometry Conceptual Physics is a one year course that is a qualitative study of the central concepts of physics. It places emphasis on comprehension of mental models of physical phenomena, but also includes some mathematical computations. It attempts to explain in down-to-earth language the physics that is occurring in our everyday life. It provides a base from which to view the world around us from a physics perspective. 225 Astronomy 1 credit Prerequisite: Completion or concurrent enrollment in a chemistry and physics course. This course is designed for the student who is curious about our universe and how it evolved. Astronomy is a field in a state of change, perhaps as great as the Copernican revolution. This course follows the development of current astronomical models from the ancient Greeks to the present day. It first explores the solar system, examines our own Milky Way galaxy and then moves on out to distant galaxies. The course covers key physical concepts that support our evolving models of the universe. It teaches students to think like scientists in integrating concepts from biology, chemistry and physics to study developing theories and to examine evidence that supports them. Note: This course is not a replacement for Chemistry or Physics. 73

75 227 Honors Chemistry 1 credit Prerequisite: Successful completion of one year of biology and completion of/or concurrent enrollment in Honors Algebra II. OR, successful completion of Honors Biology I and Algebra I and recommendation of science teacher. This is a one year math based laboratory science course designed as a preparatory course for students who plan additional work in science fields. This course will cover basic theories of chemistry with emphasis on developing laboratory and problem solving skills at an accelerated pace. Topics covered will include: problem solving and scientific measurement, atomic structure and periodic table, chemical nomenclature, chemical reactions and bonding, stoichiometry, states of matter, thermochemistry, nuclear and organic chemistry, acid/base/neutralization, and introductory quantum theory. 228 Honors Human Anatomy and Physiology 1 credit Prerequisite: Successful completion of AP Biology and the 4 th year in science This course offers a third year in the life sciences. It is the most academically demanding of all the life science courses. The course includes a detailed study of the structural anatomy and the functional workings of major systems of the body. Emphasis will be placed on the total interaction of all systems in respect to the overall balance and harmony of the human body. 231 AP Biology 1 credit Prerequisite: Grade of C- or better (both semesters) in Honors Biology I and Honors Chemistry. If concurrently enrolled in Honors Chemistry, students must maintain a C- average. OR, grade of B- or better (both semesters) in Biology I and Chemistry. AP Biology is organized around four big ideas that extensively describe the following topics: ecology, biochemistry, cellular mechanisms, energy dynamics, molecular genetics, and biotechnology, evolution, phylogeny, and physiological interactions. Since this course is the equivalent of a two-semester introductory college course, students should expect a greater depth to topics, a faster pace, higher levels of literacy (reading, understanding, and communication), and more extensive examination of subject matter. Much time is devoted to laboratory activities, including inquiry based lab work with formal lab analyses. Seven science practices will require students to use representations, mathematics, scientific questioning, develop data collection strategies, perform, data analysis develop scientific hypotheses and conclusions, and make connections across the curriculum. Therefore, considerable maturity and interest is required for successful completion of this course. This course prepares students for the nation AP Biology examination in May. Students who successfully complete an Advanced Placement exam may qualify for college credit subject to the discretion of the institute of higher education. Students are responsible for investigating the acceptance policy at each institution. 232 AP Chemistry 1 credit Prerequisite: Successful completion of second semester of Honors Algebra II with a B or better grade average and attainment of a B or better grade average for the second semester of Honors Chemistry. Advanced Placement Chemistry is organized around six big ideas that extensively describe the following topics: atomic theory, intermolecular forces, bonding, chemical reactions, electrochemistry, thermodynamics, kinetics, and equilibrium. Since this course is the equivalent of a two-semester introductory college course, students should expect a greater depth to topics, a faster pace, higher levels of literacy (reading, understanding, and communication), and more extensive examination of subject matter. Much time is devoted to laboratory 74

76 activities, including inquiry-based lab work and formal lab analyses. Seven science practices will require students to use representations, mathematics, and scientific questioning, to develop data collection strategies, to perform data analysis, to develop scientific hypotheses and conclusions, and to make connections across the curriculum. Therefore, considerable student maturity, motivation, and interest are required for successful completion of this course. This course prepares students for the national AP Chemistry examination in May. Students who successfully complete an Advanced Placement exam may qualify for college credit subject to the discretion of the institute of higher education. Students are responsible for investigating the acceptance policy at each institution. 233 AP Physics 1 1 credit Prerequisite: Successful completion with a B or better in Honors Algebra II and Honors Chemistry and completion of/or concurrent enrollment in Honors Pre-Calculus. Algebra-based is a one-year course equivalent to a first-semester college course in algebra-based physics. The course covers Newtonian mechanics (including rotational dynamics and angular momentum); work, energy, and power; mechanical waves and sound. It will also introduce electric circuits. Much time is devoted to laboratory activities, including inquiry based lab work with formal lab analyses. Seven science practices will require students to use representations and models to communicate, use mathematics appropriately, engage in scientific questioning, develop data collection strategies, perform data analysis, work with scientific explanations and theories, and make connections across the curriculum. Students are encouraged to take the AP Physics 1 Exam and class time is used to prepare for the exam. Semester exams are comprehensive exams modeled on the AP Physics 1 Exam. Students enrolled in AP Physics 1 have the potential to earn 1 semester of physics credit depending on the policy of the institution. Students are encouraged to enroll in AP Physics 2 in order to potentially earn a second semester of physics credit. Students are responsible for investigating the acceptance policy at each institution. 234 AP Physics 2 1 credit Prerequisite: Successful completion of AP Physics 1. AP Physics 2 is an algebra-based, introductory college-level physics course that explores topics such as fluid statics and dynamics; thermodynamics with kinetic theory; PV diagrams and probability; electrostatics; electrical circuits with capacitors; magnetic fields; electromagnetism; physical and geometric optics; and quantum, atomic, and nuclear physics. Much time is devoted to laboratory activities, including inquiry based lab work with formal lab analyses. Seven science practices will require students to use representations and models to communicate, use mathematics appropriately, engage in scientific questioning, develop data collection strategies, perform data analysis, work with scientific explanations and theories, and make connections across the curriculum. Students are encouraged to take the AP Physics 2 Exam and class time is used to prepare for the exam. Semester exams are comprehensive exams modeled on the AP Physics 2 Exam. Students enrolled in AP Physics 2 have the potential to earn 1 semester of physics credit depending on the policy of the institution. Students are responsible for investigating the acceptance policy at each institution Honors Science Research Project I - IV (Independent Study): ¼ credit May be repeated at each grade level with a new project Prerequisite: Requires contract with Science Fair Sponsor. Credit will be awarded to students for planning, executing, and completing a scientific research project. A 75

77 research paper and project display will be required which will be entered at the Regional Science Fair in the spring. The student will work on all facets of the project on his/her own time, but in close association with the Science Fair sponsor. Project deadlines will be established and the sponsor will assist in providing or obtaining needed facilities and/or equipment. The student will be evaluated on organization, originality, use of scientific method, responsibility, and project quality. The student must participate in the Regional Science Fair, but the GHS grade will not be related to performance at the Fair. Grades will be assigned during the 2nd semester only. 250 Basic Science I 1 credit Prerequisite: Determination of placement by individual IEPs This is an introductory science class designed to meet the student s science requirement. In this course, students will be introduced to the process of scientific inquiry, applying this to the field of Physics and Chemistry. Simple experiments will be included in this class. This course is designed to meet the student s science requirements. 251 Basic Science II 1 credit Prerequisite: Determination of placement by individual IEPs In this course, students will apply the process of scientific inquiry, applying this to the fields of Biology and Earth Science. Simple experiments will be included in this class. This course is designed to meet the student s science requirements. 76

78 Science 2 Years Graduation Requirement, 4 Years Recommended by ACT (including a physical science, life science, and (P) = Pre-requisite for another course Standard Sequences 9th Grade 10th Grade 11th Grade 12th Grade Stand. Chemistry / Stand. Physics Stand. Biology / Stand. Science Physical Science Biology Physical Science Biology Chemistry ACT Recommended Sequences 9th - 10th Grade Options 10th - 11th Grade 11th - 12th Grade Biology II Biology I Chemistry Physical Science AP Biology (P) Honors Anatomy and Physiology Honors Biology I Honors Chemistry (P) AP Chemistry Conceptual Physics AP Physics 1 => 2 Astronomy Pathways are not all-inclusive. Confer with your guidance counselor for additional options. CHECK COURSE DESCRIPTIONS FOR DETAILS ON COURSES 77

79 SOCIAL STUDIES 100 Civics ½ credit Civics is a one-semester freshman/sophomore level course designed to instruct students in understanding the American political system, with emphasis on the federal system of government. Units on the national, state, and local levels of government will be studied. Students will examine the constitutions of the United States and Illinois in detail. Other areas of study will include units on economics and foreign policy. The primary goal of the course is to educate the student in becoming a better citizen. Grades will be based on a combination of homework, testing, and class participation. 102 Introduction to the Social Sciences ½ credit This one-semester course for freshmen has three objectives: to expand student awareness of the full scope of social studies areas, to develop student interest in these areas, and to improve student study skills. The major social studies fields (anthropology, geography, sociology, etc.) will be examined in individual units as well as units to develop reasoning and study skills. This is an ideal course for freshmen. Grades will be determined by unit tests, class participation, and assignments from the instructor. World History 107 World History I ½ credit This semester course is open to both freshmen and sophomores. Course content can be divided into three chronological phases: 1. prehistory to A.D. 500; to 1500; and to The course begins by introducing students to characteristics of civilizations and then analyzing those characteristics in the context of ancient Egyptian, Mesopotamian, Indian, Chinese, Greek, Roman, African, and American history. After studying ancient civilizations, a study of the era which Westerners call the Middle Ages will focus on the Byzantine Empire, the Islamic World, the civilizations of East Asia, and Europe. After covering the Middle Ages, students will analyze the Renaissance, the Reformation, the Age of Exploration and Discovery, Asia in transition, Islamic Empires in Asia, and the birth of modern monarchies in Europe. The course concludes by covering the Enlightenment and the American Revolution. 108 World History II ½ credit This semester course is open to both freshmen and sophomores. Course content can be divided into three chronological phases: to 1914; to 1945; and, to the present. The course begins by covering the French and Industrial Revolutions, the Age of Reform, the rise of European nationalism, and the Age of Imperialism. Next, students will study World War I, the Russian Revolution, the Great Depression, the rise of totalitarianism, nationalistic movements throughout the world, and World War II. After examining World War II, students will focus their studies on general developments in Asia, Africa, and Latin America and a thorough examination of the Cold War and the collapse of communism in eastern Europe. The course concludes by defining the world in which we now live, analyzing the post-cold War roles of various nations, and addressing specific topics such as terrorism, science and technology, and cultural trends. 78

80 Honors World History The reading and testing requirements of World History will be accelerated to challenge the student in the Honors courses. A full year of Honors World History is required if the student plans to take a subsequent A.P. History course. See Prerequisites for AP European and AP U.S. History. 109 Honors World History I ½ credit This semester course is open to both freshmen and sophomores. Course content can be divided into three chronological phases: 1. prehistory to A.D. 500; to 1500; and to The course begins by introducing students to characteristics of civilizations and then analyzing those characteristics in the context of ancient Egyptian, Mesopotamian, Indian, Chinese, Greek, Roman, African, and American history. After studying ancient civilizations, a study of the era which Westerners call the Middle Ages will focus on the Byzantine Empire, the Islamic World, the civilizations of East Asia, and Europe. After covering the Middle Ages, students will analyze the Renaissance, the Reformation, the Age of Exploration and Discovery, Asia in transition, Islamic Empires in Asia, and the birth of modern monarchies in Europe. The course concludes by covering the Enlightenment and the American Revolution. 110 Honors World History II ½ credit This semester course is open to both freshmen and sophomores. Course content can be divided into three chronological phases: to 1914; to 1945; and, to the present. The course begins by covering the French and Industrial Revolutions, the Age of Reform, the rise of European nationalism, and the Age of Imperialism. Next, students will study World War I, the Russian Revolution, the Great Depression, the rise of totalitarianism, nationalistic movements throughout the world, and World War II. After examining World War II, students will focus their studies on general developments in Asia, Africa, and Latin America and a thorough examination of the Cold War and the collapse of communism in Eastern Europe. The course concludes by defining the world in which we now live, analyzing the post-cold War roles of various nations, and addressing specific topics such as terrorism, science and technology, and cultural trends. 111 Current Events 1/2 credit Current Events is a course designed to inform students of the dynamics that are shaping the world in which we live. This course is open only to freshmen in their second semester and to sophomores. The World History requirement must be fulfilled before taking this course. 112 World Geography ½ credit World Geography is a one - semester sophomore level course that examines the relationship between man and his world. The importance of cultural factors is stressed as well as the development of geographic skills. Students are taught to analyze information about climate, physical features, resources, and peoples to discern the problems of world areas in order to understand them. 113 AP European History 1 credit Prerequisite: Successful completion of 2 semesters of Honors World History with a grade of B- or better for each semester. This writing intensive course provides students with a thorough understanding of the political, social, economic, and cultural trends in Europe from approximately 1450 to the present. Course content includes the Renaissance, the Reformation, European colonization, the Age of Enlightenment, wars of the 18 th century, the French Revolution and Napoleon, the Age of Conservatism, the revolutions of the mid-19 th century, German and Italian 79

81 Unification, World War I, World War II, European decolonization, the Cold War, and post-cold War Europe. Students enrolled in AP European History are strongly encouraged to take the AP European History exam in May. Students who successfully complete an Advanced Placement exam may qualify for college credit subject to the discretion of the institute of higher education. Students are responsible for investigating the acceptance policy at each institution. 115 Dual Credit United States History 1 credit Recommended: A score of 21 or higher on the PLAN test This college level course offered to juniors examines our nation s history from pre-columbian settlement to the present. College level examinations and a college level textbook will be used in the course. A total of four exams will be administered each semester and will account for 80-85% of a student s semester grade. In order to enroll in the course, students must complete a separate application so that the administration and Social Studies department can ascertain the student s readiness for the rigors of the course. This course fulfills the United States History requirement for high school graduation. Note: Students may receive up to 6 hours of college credit from LLCC through the Dual Credit Partnership if they apply for it and fulfill the course objectives set forth in the agreement. Please refer to pages of the Course Book regarding specific information on requirements, guidelines, dual credit fees, dropping courses, etc. 116 AP United States History 1 credit Prerequisite: Junior Status and successful completion of 2 semesters of Honors World History with a grade of "B-" or better for each semester. The content for this writing intensive course is the same as the content for United States History I and United States History II. Students enrolled in AP U.S. History are strongly encouraged to take the AP U.S. History exam in May. This course fulfills the junior year United States History requirement for graduation. Students who successfully complete an Advanced Placement exam may qualify for college credit subject to the discretion of the institute of higher education. Students are responsible for investigating the acceptance policy at each institution. 117 Psychology ½ credit The major objective of this course for juniors and seniors is to help the student develop an understanding of human behavior. To achieve this goal, attention will be focused upon child psychology, personality theories, stress and adjustment, realms of the unconscious (dreaming, hypnosis, etc.), and learning theories. This semester course is highly recommended to the college prep students. 118 Sociology ½ credit The major objective of this course for juniors and seniors is to help students develop a better understanding of themselves and others through the study of society. To achieve this goal, attention will be focused on socialization of the individual, social interaction (body language and group interaction), social organization and social problems. This one-semester course is highly recommended to the college prep student. 80

82 120 American Government ½ credit This course is required of all seniors. The purpose of the course is to enable the student to gain a better understanding of the principles and practices of the American republic including state and local government and flag etiquette. The course is problem oriented, concentrating on the problems of our governmental system, why they arise and how they can be solved. This one-semester course meets the state requirement for civics. To earn a diploma in the state of Illinois, students are required to pass a course on American Government as well as a test on the U.S. Constitution, Illinois Constitution, the Declaration of Independence, and flag etiquette. This test is part of the curriculum in Glenwood High School's American Government classes. Students will be given three opportunities to pass the test. Should a student fail the test three times, he/she will receive an "F" in the course and be required to retake the entire course. 121 World Affairs ½ credit In this one-semester junior/senior level course, students will examine major global events in recent history in order to attain a better understanding of events that are presently unfolding. Given the dynamic nature of world events, the topics and foci for the course will vary from year to year. Students will need access to various media in order to be informed, contributing members of the class. The students can expect to conduct independent research and present their findings as assigned. 122 Economics ½ credit Economics is an one-semester course for sophomores, juniors, and seniors who have fulfilled all the World History requirements. The course is designed to prepare students for college-level economics. The principles and practices of micro- and macro-economics will be studied in depth. The primary focus of the course will be the American economic system and how it compares to the other economic systems of the world. There will also be an emphasis on current economic problems, their causes and possible solutions. The student's grade will be determined by regular unit tests, quizzes and various written projects assigned by the instructor. 124 Honors Historian s Trade ½ credit This senior level semester long writing and presentation intensive course is designed for students who want to learn what it means to be a historian. The student will learn the historian s trade by writing book reviews, analyzing primary source documents, creating a museum critique, critiquing news reports and documentary programs, studying oral history, creating a multi-media presentation on a significant historical event, and other assigned activities. Students will be expected to be knowledgeable of current events and to plan and participate in class discussion. This course will prepare students who want to major in History in college as well as students who seek to improve writing and communication skills. 125 AP Economics 1 credit This year long senior-level course aims to provide students with a thorough understanding of the principles of economics that apply to the economic system as a whole (macroeconomics) and the individual decision makers, both producers and consumers, within the larger economic system (microeconomics). Students will also achieve an understanding of the role that economic policy plays in political decision-making. Students are expected to take the national Advanced Placement Exam for this course in May Students who successfully complete an Advanced Placement exam may qualify for college credit subject to the discretion of the institute of higher education. Students are responsible for investigating the acceptance policy at each institution. 81

83 126 United States History I ½ credit This one-semester junior-level course is organized on a chronological basis with emphasis on American political and cultural development. Course content includes the origins and history of the American colonial settlement, the American Revolution, the birth of the American Republic, the ante-bellum era, the Civil War, Reconstruction, westward expansion, the Second Industrial Revolution, the Gilded Age, and reform movements of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The course fulfills half of the United States History requirement for graduation. Students who enroll in this course must also take United States History II. 127 United States History II ½ credit This one-semester junior-level course is organized on a chronological basis with emphasis on American political and cultural development. Course content includes American imperialism, World War I, the Roaring Twenties, the Great Depression, World War II, the Cold War, and the role of the United States in the post Cold- War world. This course fulfills half of the United States History requirement for graduation. Students who enroll in this course must also take United States History I. 130 Basic Civics ½ credit Prerequisite: Determination of placement by individual IEPs. This is a one semester course designed to teach basic citizenship. Students will gain an understanding of the American political system as well as an introduction to American economics. Students will study federal, state and local governments. 131 Basic World History I ½ credit (Students may choose World History I or World History II, or may take both.) This semester course is designed to expose students to the events of World History, starting with the Greek Civilization through the Age of Reason. Topics include the Middle Ages, the Renaissance, and the discoveries of the New Worlds. 132 Basic World History II ½ credit The course may be taken after completion of World History I or as a semester course. World History II is designed to expose students to the events starting with the Age of Revolutions to current time. Topics include the Industrial Revolution, World War I & II, and the Contemporary World. 133 Basic World Geography ½ credit Prerequisite: Determination of placement by individual IEPs This semester course focuses on learning about the seven continents and the design of the Earth. Students will study the landforms, waterways, characteristics, climates, agriculture, and economic activities of the various countries. Basic map skills are stressed throughout the semester. 134 Basic U.S. History 1 credit Prerequisite: Determination of placement by individual IEPs This year-long course is required for graduation. Material presented begins prior to the voyages of Columbus and continues up to the present day. A condensed format is used with emphasis upon the most important events and concepts and their effect upon the present. 82

84 135 Basic Government ½ credit Prerequisite: Determination of placement by individual IEPs This semester course is required for all seniors. This course will enable the student to gain a better understanding of his/her local/state government as well as the federal government system. The course focuses on how our government was formed, its changes, and how each student will function within its structure. The student will be required to pass examinations in order to graduate. 137 Basic Current Events ½ credit Prerequisite: Determination of placement by individual IEPs To provide students with daily activities which offer numerous opportunities to increase critical thinking skills and to heighten individual interest and awareness of multiple media devices. Students will be provided learning opportunities which provide exposure to local, national, and universal current events through a combination of media awareness, news articles, and discussion questions that are designed to promote critical thinking, challenge assumptions, and encourage class discussions. The class will stimulate students to explore and learn more about the news and to pay attention to the news they see and hear outside of school. 83

85 Social Studies 2 Years Graduation Requirement, 3 Years Recommended by ACT (P) = Pre-requisite for another course; (R) = Graduation Requirement Typical College Prep Sequences 9th Grade 10th Grade 11th Grade 12th Grade World History I and /or II (R) Current Events U.S. History I and II / D.C. U.S. History (R) American Government (R) Civics (9-10) World Geography Psychology (11-12) Economics Introduction to Social Studies (9-12) World History I and /or II (R) Sociology (11-12) World Affairs Typical Honors / Advanced Placement Sequences Honors World History I and II (P) (R) AP European History AP US History (R) American Government (R) Civics (9-10) Current Events Psychology (11-12) AP Economics World Geography Sociology (11-12) Historian's Trade Economics (10-12) World Affairs (11-12) Pathways are not all-inclusive. Confer with your guidance counselor for additional options. CHECK COURSE DESCRIPTIONS FOR DETAILS ON COURSES 84

86 BASIC EDUCATION 663 Basic Independent Living ½ credit Prerequisite: Determination of placement by individual IEPs This is an introductory course to prepare students for independence after high school. Topics include but not limited to: Using the library, applications (work, loans, housing), budgets, up keep for the home (cleaning and small repairs, laundry), making appointments, (doctors, car maintenance), using public transportation, using the bank (checking/savings accounts, car loans), contracts (cell phone, rent to own, payday loans, etc). 670 Basic Social Development I 1 credit Prerequisite: Determination of placement by individual IEPs Problem solving and decision-making skills will be focused on. Students will acquire skills to successfully solve problems, make sensible decisions and build confidence to make better choices in life. 671 Basic Social Development II 1credit Prerequisite: Determination of placement by individual IEPs. Developing motivation and increasing self-esteem will be focused on. Students will be encouraged to accept themselves as they are and use this talent to the fullest. 672 Basic Social Development III 1 credit Prerequisite: Determination of placement by individual IEPs. Making choices in life will be focused on. Students will work through issues ranging from gender bias through career choices. Choices discussed will be life skill orientated. 673 Basic Social Development IV 1 credit Prerequisite: Determination of placement by individual IEPs. Conflict resolution will be focused on. Students will practice concrete methods of resolving conflicts in the work environment, relationships, and school. 677 Basic Resource ¼ credit Prerequisite: Determination of placement by individual IEPs. Basic Resource is designed to be a positive, work environment. The class is a vital part of the GHS Individual Education Plan system with special education teachers who regularly monitor the academic progress of students with IEPs. Privileges will be tiered based on each student s academic and disciplinary performance. Resources available for students include access to the Learning Resource Center, tutoring services in math and science, and social-emotional support. Along with using the time to complete work for other classes, students will be required to complete activities that coincide with their IEP including but not limited to transition plan activities, Aimsweb progress monitoring, and study skill refreshers. Students will earn a pass/fail grade (1/4 credit per semester) based on task completion and class participation 85

87 687 Basic Professional Development I-IV ½ credit Prerequisite: Determination of placement by individual IEPs This course is offered to students as dictated by their IEP. Students will work on transition skills required for post-secondary outcomes in the areas of education and/or training, independent living, and employment. This will not be a study hall. Students will earn a pass/fail grade (1/2 credit per semester) based on task completion and class participation. 690/691/692/693 Basic Community Based Education I - IV Credits based on placement Prerequisite: Determination of placement by individual IEPs Students are provided the opportunity to learn hands-on how to manipulate in their community. Instruction stresses the skills necessary to be an independent individual in society. Students are also provided to develop domestic skills for independent living. 695/696/697/698 Basic Vocational Based Education Credits based on placement Prerequisite: Determination of placement by individual IEPs Students are involved in an academic program geared toward developing vocational and independent living skills. Academics stress the development of skills necessary to transition from high school to work/independent living. Domestic and vocational skills will be integrated with their academics and some community skills will also be included. 699 Basic Vision & Braille Integration I - IV 1 credit Prerequisite: SASED staffing and severe medical visual impairment. Student must have a current IEP and placement. This course provides instruction in grade level 2, literary Braille. Proper brailing and reading techniques are taught. Strategies for integrating Braille into regular education classes are discussed and implemented. The student is introduced to the uses of a slate and stylus as a method of Braille note taking. Students interact out in the community for cane travel, orientation and mobility and daily living skills units. Classroom assisted and classroom material adaptation is provided as needed. Note: This course may be taken for up to 4 full credits (one each year). These credits are elective credits and are not to be substituted for other required subjects. 86

88 STUDY HALLS The various levels of study hall reflect the responsibility and achievement of our students and are earned privileges. 850 Study Hall General Study Hall is designed to be a positive, work environment. The class is a vital part of the GHS Response to Intervention system with supervisors who regularly monitor the academic progress of at-risk students. Privileges will be tiered based on each student s academic and disciplinary performance. Resources available for general study hall students include access to the Learning Resource Center, tutoring services in math and science, and social-emotional support. Students who are failing academically may be required to complete Activity Logs so their progress may be monitored. 880 Free Study Hall Free Study Hall is an earned privilege for Seniors only. Seniors who earn this privilege must have met the following three requirements during the 2 nd Semester of their Junior year (for the fall of the Senior year) or during the 1 st Semester of their Senior year (for the spring of the Senior year): 1. Final semester grades of B- or better in all courses. 2. No detentions or suspensions including those still open from the 1 st Semester of the Junior year. 3. No unexcused absences for any class period or day. Students that are eligible for the Free Study Hall must apply through their Guidance Counselor and complete the appropriate paperwork gaining parental approval. Upon placement in Free Study Hall the following expectations will be in place: 1. Students will not be able to leave campus during Free Study Hall time without permission; 2. Students must maintain a quarterly grade of B- or above in all classes (Grades will be checked quarterly); 3. Students must not have any unexcused absences including for a single period; 4. Students must not receive any detentions or suspensions. Free Study Hall will be removed for a minimum of nine weeks if any of these expectations are not met. 87

89 TEACHER INTERNSHIP PROGRAM 758 Teacher Internship Program 1.5 Credit Maximum Prerequisites: Senior, excellent attendance record, outstanding character and no significant discipline issues. The application process is: 1) Written Essay on what the student is trying to achieve from the program, in order to properly place the student. 2) Interview with a mentor- this will be a member of the Guidance Staff or a building Administrator. 3) Faculty input on the character of the student. 4) Interview with cooperating teacher and corresponding building principal. This senior course is offered for students that are seriously considering a career in teaching. They will be paired with a teacher in the district and will also have a mentor at the high school (Guidance or administration). The goal of the internship experience will be centered on daily student contact in the classroom. Students will be required to keep a daily log of activities, a portfolio of work and meet with their mentor on a weekly basis. The mentor will also be responsible for a formal on-site observation of the student, at least once each 9 weeks. A time block of periods is necessary to accommodate this program. RESPONSE to INTERVENTION-RtI Response to Intervention (RtI) courses may be provided for students who have been identified by the RtI Core Team and Guidance Department as needing supplemental instruction in the areas of math and reading and are in need of credits for graduation purposes. According to the RtI framework, these courses would be considered Tier II and Tier III interventions that go beyond the traditional core courses for students. 885 Critical Reading Course I 1 credit 884 Critical Reading Course II 883 Critical Reading Course III Prerequisite: Placement determined by RtI Referral and Guidance Department This full year course (may be repeated) is designed to provide students with the essential reading skills and vocabulary knowledge necessary for success in all curricular areas that promote college and workforce readiness. Various data pieces will be used to determine areas of need for individual students which include MAP Testing and Lexile scores. Students receive elective credit for this course. 886 Critical Math Course 1 credit Prerequisite: Placement determined by RtI Referral and Guidance Department, and concurrent enrollment in Standard Algebra 1A. This full year course offers mathematical fluency practice, skills review, and Standard Algebra 1A curriculum support. Critical Math Course provides students with the essential math skills necessary for college and workforce readiness. Progress will be monitored using various data pieces, which may include MAP Testing and MCOMP scores in order to determine areas of need for individual students. 88

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