Table Of Contents GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS...2 SUMMER SCHOOL...4 SCHEDULE CHANGE PROCEDURE...4 BOARD POLICIES REGARDING COURSE SELECTIONS...

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1 Table Of Contents GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS...2 SUMMER SCHOOL...4 SCHEDULE CHANGE PROCEDURE...4 BOARD POLICIES REGARDING COURSE SELECTIONS...5 GRADE POINT AVERAGES (GPA)...6 CLASS RANK...6 ATHLETIC ELIGIBILITY...7 SPECIAL OPPORTUNITIES...8 OVERVIEW OF SCHEDULING AND COURSE REGISTRATION PROCESS...9 RECOMMENDATIONS AND COURSE LEVEL PLACEMENT...10 A SCHOOL DAY...11 DUAL CREDIT...11 DIPLOMA/GRADUATION REQUIREMENT CHARTS...15 COURSE DESCRIPTIONS ANTHIS CAREER CENTER...79 BUSINESS, MARKETING AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY...16 ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION...22 ENGLISH...25 FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCES...33 HEALTH AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION...37 MATHEMATICS...40 PERFORMING ARTS...44 SCIENCE...49 SENIOR EXPERIENCE...73 SOCIAL STUDIES...55 SPECIAL PROGRAMS...72 VISUAL ARTS...60 WORLD LANGUAGES

2 GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS Graduation Participation Policy: Students must meet all graduation requirements for graduation in order to participate in commencement exercises. Graduation Qualifying Exam: All students in the graduating classes of 2016, 2017 and 2018 in the state of Indiana must take and pass their General Qualifying Exams (End of Course Assessments for Algebra 1 and English 10): Algebra I and English 10 End-of-Course Assessments (ECAs) to be granted a diploma. Students have opportunities to retake the tests each semester. If by the end of their senior year students have not passed required exams, a waiver process is available. If a student does not pass the English 10 and/or Algebra ECA, the student will participate in remediation offerings to prepare for the next ECA testing opportunity. These remediation offerings may replace other electives and may not count for high school credit. Remediation is required for a GQE waiver. Students in the class of 2019 and beyond will be asked to take a new GQE/ISTEP test in their sophomore year to determine graduation qualification. At the time of publication the details concerning this exam had not yet been determined by the Indiana Department of Education. Personal Financial Responsibility Instruction Requirement Personal Financial Responsibility Instruction is required by Indiana Code All students must participate in financial literacy education at least once by the end of 12 th grade. Classes offered at Homestead to meet this requirement are as follows: FC103 - Adult Roles and Responsibilities B243- Personal Financial Responsibility B113 - Preparing for College and Careers Students in the Class of 2017 and beyond will be afforded an opportunity to test out of the courses which determine Personal Financial Responsibility. Students will have access to a My Big Campus tutorial and will be encouraged to study with their parents to prepare for this exam. The test-out option is completely optional. Students who do not pass or do not wish to sit for the exam must take one of the three courses listed above to earn credit and satisfy the Personal Financial Responsibility Instruction Requirement mandated by the state. Quantitative Reasoning Courses Requirement Starting with the Class of 2016, all students must be enrolled in a mathematics or quantitative reasoning course each year in high school. A quantitative reasoning course is a high school course that advances a student s ability to apply mathematics in real world situations and contexts and deepen a student s understanding of high school mathematics standards. Courses that the Indiana Department of Education has designated as Quantitative Reasoning Courses are labeled as such in the course description guide and listed here: Business Department: Accounting Business Math Computer Science and Software PTLWI Computer Science Applications PTLWII Engineering and Tech: Civil Engineering Digital Electronics Engineering Design and Development Principals of Engineering Mathematics: AP Calculus AB/BC AP Stats Stats and Probability (Math) Science: AP Biology Chemistry AP Chemistry AP Environmental Science Physics AP Physics C Integrated Chemistry-Physics Advance Life Science (not approved yet) Social Studies: Economics AP Macroeconomics AP Microeconomics Family Consumer Science: Advanced Life Science: Foods Diploma Options Core 40 with Academic Honors: Refer to Diploma/Graduation Chart in this booklet for specific requirements. Core 40 with Technical Honors: Refer to Diploma/Graduation Chart in this booklet for specific requirements. Core 40 Diploma: This diploma is adequate preparation for admissions to many state colleges and the minimum expectation for graduation from Homestead High School. However, many state universities now require additional math, science, and foreign language for admission. Refer to Diploma/Graduation Chart in this booklet for specific requirements. General Diploma: This diploma is the minimum standard for graduation. Please see your counselor for specific requirements. Homestead High School students work toward a Core 40 Diploma or Core 40 Diploma with Academic Honors or Technical Honors. Any student wishing to earn a General Diploma must schedule a meeting with his/her counselor and parent(s) or guardian(s) in order to receive an exemption from earning the Core 40 Diploma. Certificate of Course Completion: Students who meet the course requirements for a Standard Diploma, but are unable to fulfill the GQE requirements will be awarded a Certificate of Course Completion. Such students may participate in graduation activities. Certificate of Completion: Special Education students, who have fulfilled the requirements of their IEP, but are unable to achieve the GQE and/or course requirements for a Standard Diploma will be awarded a Certificate of Completion. Such students may participate in graduation activities. 2 3

3 Early Graduation A student may elect to graduate from high school prior to the typical eight semesters of attendance. A request to graduate after six or seven semesters is a family decision and requires the approval of the counselor and principal. The advantages and disadvantages of early graduation should be weighed heavily. In lieu of early graduation, the student is encouraged to consider special opportunities such as postsecondary and high school dual enrollment, or an internship/co-op program through on-the-job training. The student desiring to graduate after six or seven semesters must have completed all requirements to participate in the ceremony by his/her 6 th or 7 th semester completion date. Procedures to arrange for six-semester graduation 1. The student should schedule a planning meeting with his/her counselor and parents to determine the requirements, feasibility, and social ramifications of early graduation. 2. If a student is considering graduating at the end of six (6) semesters, he/she must also: Submit the Early Graduation form requesting graduation after six (6) semesters. The form is available from the student s counselor. The student will need to note on the form his/her postsecondary plans. A student has failed with a teacher previously in a course, and he/she is assigned to the same teacher for exactly the same course (if different teacher is available) A program (Anthis, Co-op, Internship, or Higher Education) change Adding a class to continue the sequence of a year-long course Failure of a prerequisite class, i.e., anything that would prevent a student from going on to a requisite course as published in this book Requests to change levels should be addressed before the current school year ends to include teacher recommendations and input. A request to change the level of an academic course during the summer may be difficult. In some cases these requests may be deferred to the first month of school to obtain high school teacher input. Adding a seventh course to replace study hall (must be requested by end of the previous semester) After the school year begins, a student with seven credited classes MAY request to drop one course and add a study hall. This will be honored; however, a NEW class cannot be added only a study hall. Students may drop a class for a study hall until the last day of the 1 st or 3 rd grading period if space is available. A request to level a class may be done prior to the end of the first grading period. Exception: AP and Honors leveling class changes must be completed by the 20 th academic day of the semester. Summer School The funding for summer school programs is determined by the State on a year-to-year basis. Only certain academic courses will be offered during the summer. Students will register for Summer PE during the regular school year. If PE is available in the summer, notification will be given and schedule adjustments made. High school students who fail a class during the regular school year are strongly encouraged to enroll in summer school. Classes in English, mathematics, and social studies are typically offered. Current state restrictions allow only required academic courses to be offered. Details about summer school will be published when available. Summer school enrollment is NOT included in THIS registration process. Ninth grade students may enroll in summer academic courses on a space available basis. Driver s Education is also offered. Board Policies Regarding Course Selections Board Policy 5160A High School Courses Taken in Middle School Middle school students coming to Homestead High School from SACS middle school feeders may take high school level courses before formally enrolling at Homestead. Students who complete both semesters of a course will receive high school credit and grades that will be calculated into the high school grade point average. Requests to remove high school credits and grades for courses taken in middle school must be submitted to the Registrar no later than March of the student s freshman year. Exceptions may be considered. Change Requests Schedule Change Procedure Any request to change or drop a class, depending upon space available, must be done prior to June 3, A high school counselor is on duty part time during the summer. Call the Guidance Office at (260) to request assistance. Students and parents are advised that all requests for schedule changes for must be made by June 3rd, Requests for schedule changes made before this deadline, will be honored if space is still available in the course. After June 3rd, 2015, changes in a student s schedule may be made only for the following reasons: The school s need to balance class sizes Errors made by the school in developing the schedule Failure of a course required for graduation Request to add a course required for college (with documentation from the college) Board Policy 4055 Retaking High School Courses The rationale for repeating a class is limited to improving the student s understanding and achievement and/or improving the student s ability to meet post-secondary goals. The transcript will show all grades, including both the original class and the second (retaken) course, with the higher of the two grades included in the GPA. Students may retake a high school course if any of the following conditions are present: A student may be recommended by his/her guidance counselor to repeat a passed course for better understanding when the student is not adequately prepared for the next related course in the series (i.e. Algebra before Geometry) To improve a grade of any kind The student desires to repeat a course to meet the eligibility requirements of the Academics Honors Diploma (AHD). The requirements are: A student must have a grade of not lower than a C- in any course qualifying for the AHD (excepting the course to be repeated), and an overall GPA of an 8.0 (B). Failure of a course required for entrance into post-secondary education When students meet the criteria and request to repeat a course in the next possible semester, the student, the student s parents or guardians, and the counselor will make the decision. If the criteria are not met or there is a lapse of time before 4 5

4 the student asks to repeat a course, the final decision to repeat a course will be made by the school principal. There is no time limit as to when the student must request permission to repeat the class. Board Policy 5160B High School Courses Taken in Middle School from Outside SACS Middle school students matriculating from schools outside SACS must provide evidence of successful completion of high school course work and provide such evidence upon registering for classes at Homestead High School. High school level course work taken while in middle school must be completed at fully accredited schools. When a student has transcripted proof of passing Algbera while in middle school but has NOT passed the ECA, high school credit will not be accepted at Homestead High School. Any high school level courses taken while in middle school must be equivalent to their high school counterpart and be taught by a highly qualified teacher. NOTE: As a rule homeschool credits are not accepted. Board Policy 5160C High School Courses Taken Online While in Middle School Middle school students taking a course online for high school credit must provide evidence of having passed online course from accredited online course providers. Board Policy 5160D High School Online Courses In order to meet individual student needs, SACS desires to provide flexibility in the completion of prescribed courses in accordance with the law as well as IDOE and local policies. This flexibility is designed to provide students every opportunity to complete their high school education and gain admission to higher learning and training. Students may therefore enroll in and receive credit for online courses under the conditions, but only under the conditions, established in written guidelines published by the Superintendent or his designee. The guidelines may approve of online courses for purposes of remediation or acceleration, to take advantage of courses not offered by SACS, as provided for in an IEP or Section 504 Plan, and for other good cause as determined by Superintendent or his designee. Grades Have the Following Percentages and Grade Point Average Values ** Semester grades for AP classes have an alternative grading scale. Students will be given the scale on the 1 st day of class. LETTER GRADE GPA VALUE PERCENTAGE RANGE A A A B B B C C C D D D F Athletic Eligibility IHSAA Guidelines Grade Point Averages The semester grades for each course are computed into the calculation of the student s grade point average (GPA). No courses may be taken Pass/Fail, and all subjects and all grades are included. The letter grade is converted to a 12-point scale. Although a grade average is computed for each individual semester, the GPA is an accumulative grade average. The total grade points are divided by the total credits earned and/or attempted to determine the GPA. Class Rank Class rank is not included on official transcripts. If class rank is needed for scholarship application and or other recognitions, a written request from parents must be received by the student s counselor. All athletes must maintain passing grades in at least five academic classes each grading period in order to remain eligible for IHSAA-sanctioned contests. Eligibility is established at the end of a grading period for the next marking period. A student who does not pass five classes in June is not eligible for fall sports unless he or she attends summer school. This student should contact the Athletic Director and his/her counselor immediately for details. All summer courses must be completed and grades recorded by the first day of fall semester. If a student does not pass five classes in October (1 st nine weeks) the student may not participate in athletic contests until reports cards are issued at the end of the first semester. The semester grades determine eligibility until the next 9 week grades are issued. A student who is academically ineligible may practice at the discretion of the coach but not participate in contests. All students must be registered for five credit classes of which three must be taken at Homestead High School. NCAA Eligibility Guidelines If a student is planning to enroll in college as a freshman and wishes to participate in Division I or Division II athletics, the student must be certified by the NCAA Initial-Eligibility Clearinghouse. The Clearinghouse ensures consistent application of NCAA initial-eligibility requirements for all prospective student athletes at all member institutions. Students planning to register with the NCAA Clearinghouse must complete a form at 6 7

5 NAIA Eligibility Guidelines If a student plans on enrolling in an NAIA Division School, the student must register with the NAIA Clearinghouse to ensure athletic eligibility. Special Opportunities Included in this section are several programs that are multidisciplinary, extend over more than one period, or offer a different learning style. These may be included in any diploma program. Advanced Placement (AP) Program Homestead High School offers Advanced Placement (AP) classes in the areas of science, math, social studies, Spanish and English. The course descriptions are listed in the department sections. These courses are designed to enable students to pursue college-level studies while in high school. The College Board prescribes the content of AP college-level courses. Semester grades for AP classes have an alternative grading scale. AP students will be given the scale on the first day of class. At the completion of an AP course, it is strongly recommended that students take AP exams given nationally in May. Students desiring to use an AP course to achieve an Honors Diplomas must take the AP exam. By taking AP courses and successfully completing the exams, a student may earn college credit and/or advanced placement in college courses. AP courses are designed to be rigorous, challenging, college-level classes. In assessing a student s application, selective colleges will consider if the student is enrolled in the highest level of courses available (rigor). Colleges look favorably upon courses designated as AP since these courses represent higher level content than the standard high school curricula. Students are encouraged to investigate the AP policy of the colleges under consideration as they vary in the scores required for advanced credit. The Senior Experience Block During the senior year, students have the unique opportunity to take Dual Credit classes here at Homestead on a more traditional college schedule. This opportunity can is designed to ease the transition to college as well as remove invisible barriers to college. The Senior Experience combines the rigor of college with the benefit of high school supports. The Senior Experience helps students prepare for college while enhancing their time management skills all the while saving vital time and money. It is important to note that there is no guarantee of the transferability of Dual Credit classes and students should consult with the colleges and universities they are considering regarding how these courses will be applied toward their post-secondary degrees. Potential courses are listed in the Senior Experience of this guide. Post Secondary (Dual) Enrollment campus. It is important to note that there is no guarantee of the transferability of Dual Credit classes and students should consult with the colleges and universities they are considering regarding how these courses will be applied toward their post-secondary degrees. See your guidance counselor for details. Policy for Higher Education Classes Students may attend a school of higher education for Homestead High School dual credit full time or may attend classes at the institution of higher education for Homestead High School dual credit while also taking classes at Homestead. Students will receive one (1) credit at HHS for each course taken at the institution of higher education. If taking classes at Homestead and an institution of higher education, the student will be released two classes for each class of higher education taken and must be enrolled in a total of five (5) credits per semester. If a student is attending a college or university full time for dual credit, the college/university full time attendance policy will be the standard for full time status. However, if a student is in a Homestead High School athletic program, per IHSAA policy, he/she will be required to have a total of five (5) for credit classes, three (3) of which must be taken at Homestead High School. Anthis Career Center Homestead students may elect to attend the Anthis Career Center for a variety of career courses. These courses are approved for Academic Honors, Technical Honors and Core 40 diploma electives. The course descriptions are detailed in a separate section in this guide. Students usually select and enroll in an Anthis program during their junior year. The second year may be course work, an internship, and or on-the-job-training. Students earn three credits each semester they attend. A total of 12 elective credits may be earned in this program. Many of the programs at Anthis award IVY Tech credit (dual credit). In some circumstances a sophomore may enroll. A description of these courses is included in the Technology Education department. Anthis programs are full year programs. Homestead students may not enroll for only one semester. Positions to attend Anthis are limited and determined by application. Cooperative Education During the senior year a student may enroll in BCE, ME, or ICE. These programs are on-the-job training, with a classroom component. A student earns three credits per semester. This program is designed to provide practical experience in a career determined by the student. The student who finds employment in a career field of their choice may be dismissed for up to three periods per day. The credit earned in this program is Core 40, Core 40 with Academic Honors, and Core 40 with Technical Honors credit. These programs have limited enrollment numbers and require an application. A description of these programs is detailed in the Business Technology Department section. Any student in grade 11 or 12 may apply to enroll full-time or part-time in a college or university program and earn credits toward graduation from high school and/or credits in a college program. Most local colleges including IVY Tech Community College of Indiana have programs for high school students. The colleges have varied criteria for admission. Students will be released from attendance for two periods for each approved 100 level or higher, 3-credit class enrolled in on a college campus. A students may be released for the last two periods if his/her higher education (college) course is an approved 3 credit course and meets after the end of the regular school day or during the last two periods. If the higher education course is a one or two credit college course, the student may opt to be released for one high school period. It is important to note that there is no guarantee of the transferability of Dual Credit classes and students should consult with the colleges and universities they are considering regarding how these courses will be applied toward their post-secondary degrees. See your guidance counselor for details. Impact High School Students who have not been successful in the conventional high school setting may apply for admission to this program. The academic courses operate on a block system with credit issued each grading period. The students attend academic classes for one half day. The other half-day must include a career experience such as Anthis, Co-op, Postsecondary enrollment, or three hours per day of job shadow or volunteer work. The program is designed to provide an educational program that addresses the unique interests and needs of individual students. Transportation is the responsibility of the student and his/her parent. Your counselor may provide you with more detailed information and arrange for a visit if desired. An application may be obtained from a counselor. Not all students who apply are accepted immediately, as there is limited enrollment. If the program is full, a student is placed on a waiting list for the next available opening. Dual Credit courses are also offered at Homestead. These courses are taught by instructors who have been credentialed by the sponsoring university. Homestead has Dual Credit courses that are available to students in grades 9 through 12. Dual Credit courses are offered both during the traditional school day and within the Senior Experience. Our college partners Overview of Scheduling and Course Registration Process have varied criteria for admission into their courses. There is no release time for college classes taken on the Homestead Each year Homestead High School creates a new master schedule to accommodate students course requests as shared 8 9

6 with counselors during course selection/registration meetings. Faculty members are employed, textbooks purchased, and rooms assigned on the basis of these requests. A priority is programmed for each student to receive the same teacher each semester for academic courses. This is not a requirement; it is an if possible priority. If a student does NOT receive the same teacher each semester, it is because it cannot be done. All schedule change requests must be addressed by the end of the academic school year. Only errors are corrected after the school year begins. Course Availability All courses require a sufficient number of student registrations to be offered. If there is not sufficient interest in a particular course, it will not be provided during the upcoming school year. Courses may be offered, but not be available to certain grade levels, based on high levels of enrollment. Space and teacher availability may limit the number of sections of a course. Priority for enrollment will be determined by selecting seniors first and freshmen last. This occurs in the elective areas. Academic or required courses are not usually affected. In some cases prospective freshmen will be asked to make an alternate elective selection. Selection of Courses Counselors will meet with their assigned students during the last weeks of the first semester and the beginning of second semester. Students will receive scheduling materials, their current transcripts, and information relevant to specific grade level expectations. Students will be asked to submit final course selections. Students should have determined choices (with classroom teacher input and recommendation and parent participation) and be prepared with questions. It is extremely important that student s come to this meeting prepared. or Teacher Recommendation Only students who have achieved the above criteria will be allowed to select the honors courses during the course selection process. Students wanting to take the Honors English Department exam should complete the testing prior to end of the school year. Students who do not achieve a passing score on this placement test may submit a portfolio of work as an appeal. A School Day The students of Homestead High School must select their courses of study within the framework of the following procedures and suggestions: Students must be enrolled in a full day of classes (7:45 a.m. to 2:35 p.m.) Students must enroll in a minimum of six credit classes and may have no more than one study hall per day. Students may take only one study hall or assistantship per semester, not both. The assistantship program is open to students in grades 10, 11, and 12. Application forms are available from teachers. Refer to the diploma descriptions/graduation requirements on page 8 for a list of required courses for graduation. Recommendations and Course Level Placement Level placement is utilized in English, mathematics, science, social studies, and world and classical languages. All regular courses are traditional college preparatory and are designed to prepare the student for entrance into college and for academic success in the college classroom. Courses designated Honors, AP, and Dual Credit are enriched courses that go into more depth and breadth in content. AP designates Advanced Placement Courses, which follow prescribed course curriculum and are college level courses. AP courses are open to any interested student with sophomore standing or above. Recommendations Recommendations by teachers in English, mathematics, world and classical languages, and science are provided to assist the student and parents in appropriate course selections. The current subject area teachers will take into consideration the student s potential, current academic success and performance, and the level of motivation shown. Counselors urge students to follow the teacher recommendation, but the final decision regarding course selection is the decision of the parent and student, with the following exception: Students not currently enrolled in Alpha math or Honors math courses must be recommended to be placed in an Honors math class. Qualifying for Honors English Students who wish to qualify for an Honors English should have a strong academic record in grade 8 or 9 English (B+ or higher), achievement indicative of student talent and diligence. They must meet ONE of the following qualification criteria: Grade 9 Honors English: NWEA Language Usage Test RIT score of 234 or higher and a NWEA Reading Test RIT score of 237 or higher or a Pass+ designation on the E/LA ISTEP+ test at the end of grade 7 or grade 8 Selecting courses for completing his/her schedule is one of the most important decisions at student will make. The traditional or standard academic courses are the same for all students. Homestead students are fortunate to have a wide array of elective areas from which to choose. Some departments offer a sequence of courses requiring prerequisites needed before one can enroll in the higher level classes. Students should identify higher level courses of interest and determine courses needed to qualify. Dual Credit Homestead High School provides three methods for students to receive college credit toward the Academic Honors diploma. 1. College credit can be earned by enrolling in an (AP) Advanced Placement course and taking the AP exam at the conclusion of the course. 2. Students may enroll in college courses with free or reduced tuition through dual credit courses taught by Homestead High School faculty who are adjunct professors through local colleges. 3. Students may also take classes on a college/university campus. Classes may be scheduled as part of the regular school day, after school, or during the summer. Course may also be taken on line. Dual credits are transferrable to most Indiana colleges and universities. However, the courses may be counted as electives. Students may enter an early college program where credit options can be used to earn an associate s degree while completing high school credit. It is imperative that students and parents inquire with the institution of higher learning to determine and to validate dual credit value and transferability. or a Passing score on High School Honors English Department Exam that is given Spring Semester. Grade 10 Honors English: Successful completion of Honors English 9 (C+ or higher) HHS students must enroll in higher education/dual credit programs according to the standards and qualifications expected of the college/university. Information regarding dual enrollment can be found at the following web sites: IPFW

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8 Homestead Course Title DOE Course Number College College Course Number Course Title College Credits Tuition (2014 fees) Core Transfer Library Course Credited for Academic Honors Diploma Credited for Technical Honors Diploma Length of Course BIOMEDICAL Project Lead the Way (PLTW I) 5218 Ivy Tech see below Principles of the Biomedical Sciences see below see below no no no 4 year program Project Lead the Way (PLTW II) 5216 Ivy Tech see below Human Body Systems see below see below no no no 4 year program Project Lead the Way (PLTW III) 5217 Ivy Tech see below Medical Intervention see below see below no no no 4 year program Project Lead the Way (PLTW IV) 5219 Ivy Tech BIOT 107 Biomedical Innovation 3 Free no yes yes Students who attend IUPUI after graduation from HHS will receive 12 free credits (BIOL 10011, 10012, 10013, ) if they earn an 8 or 9 stanine score on the PLTW exam given at the conclusion of each course. 4 year program BUSINESS Principles of Business Management 4564 Ivy Tech BUSN 101 Introduction to Business 3 Free yes yes yes semester Advanced Business Management 4564 Ivy Tech BUSN 105 Principles of Business Management 3 Free no yes yes semester Information Communications and Technology 4564 Ivy Tech CINS 101 Introduction to Microcomputers 3 Free yes yes yes semester Principles of Marketing I 4564 Ivy Tech MKTG 101 Principles of Marketing 3 Free no yes yes semester Principles of Marketing II 4564 Ivy Tech MKTG 230 Consumer Behavior 3 Free no yes yes semester Strategic Marketing I 4564 Ivy Tech MKTG 101 Principles of Marketing 3 Free no yes yes semester Strategic Marketing II 4564 Ivy Tech MKTG 230 Consumer Behavior 3 Free no yes yes semester Web Design 4564 Ivy Tech VISC 110 Web Design I 3 Free no yes yes semester ENGINEERING Project Lead the Way (PLTW I) 5238 Ivy Tech DESN 102 Intro to Engineering Design 3 Free no yes yes full year Project Lead the Way (PLTW II) 5238 Ivy Tech DESN 104 Principles of Engineering 3 Free no yes yes full year Project Lead the Way (PLTW III) 5238 Ivy Tech DESN 105 Civil Engineering and Architecture 3 Free no yes yes full year Project Lead the Way (PLTW IV) 5238 Ivy Tech EECT 112 Digital Electronics 3 Free no no no full year Students who attend Purdue and major in Building Construction Management will receive 3 free credits for each PLTW Engineering course in which they earn a B or better (IT 10500, IT 10600, IT 10700, and BCM ) College Offerings and Fees Subject to Change - Please Contact Your Post-Secondary Institution to Confirm Transferability 13

9 Homestead Course Title DOE Course Number College Course Title College Credits Tuition (2014 fees) Core Transfer Library Course Credited for Academic Honors Diploma Credited for Technical Honors Diploma Length of Course Homestead Course Title DOE Course Number College College Course Number Course Title College Credits Tuition (2014 fees) Core Transfer Library Course Credited for Academic Honors Diploma Credited for Technical Honors Diploma Length of Course ENGLISH Advanced Composition 1124 IPFW Elementary Composition 3 $75.00 yes yes yes semester Advanced Composition 1124 Ivy Tech English Composition 3 Free yes yes yes semester Creative Writing 1124 Ivy Tech Creative Writing 3 Free yes no no semester Expository Writing 1124 Ivy Tech World Literature I 1124 Ivy Tech World Literature II 1124 Ivy Tech Exposition and Persuasion Intro to World Lit through the Renaissance Intro to World Lit after the Renaissance 3 Free yes yes yes semester 3 Free yes yes yes semester 3 Free yes yes yes semester SOCIAL STUDIES Honors Economics 1574 Ivy Tech ECON 101 Honors Government 1574 Ivy Tech POLS 101 Honors Government 1574 IPFW POLS Y103 Honors Psychology 1574 Ivy Tech PSYC 101 Sociology 1574 IPFW SOC S161 U.S. History A 1574 Ivy Tech HIST 101 U.S. History B 1574 Ivy Tech HIST 102 Fundamentals of Economics Introduction to American Government and Politics Introduction to American Politics Introduction to Psychology Introduction to Sociology Survey of American History I Survey of American History II 3 Free yes yes yes semester 3 Free yes yes yes semester 3 $75.00 yes yes yes semester 3 Free yes yes yes semester 3 $ yes yes yes semester 3 Free yes yes yes semester 3 Free yes yes yes semester American Literature I 1124 Ivy Tech American Literature II 1124 Ivy Tech American Literature to 1865 American Literature after Free yes yes yes semester 3 Free yes yes yes semester Children s Literature 1124 Ivy Tech Children s Literature 3 Free yes yes yes semester FAMILY AND CONSUM- ER SCIENCES VISUAL ARTS Art History College Credit Drawing College Credit 4260 IPFW FINA H101 Art Appreciation 3 $ yes yes yes semester 4260 IPFW FINA N108 Digital Design 4260 Ivy Tech VISC 102 Advanced Digital Design 4260 Ivy Tech VISC 115 Introduction to Drawing Fundamentals of Imaging Intro to Computer Graphics 3 $75.00 yes no no semester 3 Free no no no semester 3 Free no no no semester Future Teachers 5412 IPFW Examining Self as Teacher 3 $75.00 no yes yes semester World Languages PERFORMING ARTS French III - A 2152 Ivy Tech FREN 101 French Level I 4 Free yes yes yes semester Theater Arts-College Credit 4260 IPFW Fundamentals of Performance 3 $ yes no no full year French III - B 2152 Ivy Tech FREN 102 French Level II 4 Free yes yes yes semester French IV 2152 Ivy Tech FREN 201 French Level III 3 Free yes yes yes full year SCIENCE French V 2152 Ivy Tech FREN 202 French Level IV 3 Free yes yes yes full year Advanced Biology 3090 IPFW Introduction to the Biological World 4 $ yes yes yes full year Advanced Chemistry 3090 IPFW General Chemistry 3 $ yes yes yes full year Anatomy and Physiology 3090 Ivy Tech APHY 101 and APHY FREE no yes yes full year Advanced Physics 3090 IPFW General Physics 4 $ yes yes yes full year Spanish III - A 2152 Ivy Tech SPAN 101 Spanish Level I 4 Free yes yes yes semester Spanish III - B 2152 Ivy Tech SPAN 102 Spanish Level II 4 Free yes yes yes semester Spanish IV 2152 Ivy Tech SPAN 201 Spanish Level III 3 Free yes yes yes full year Spanish V 2152 Ivy Tech SPAN 202 Spanish Level IV 3 Free yes yes yes full year College Offerings and Fees Subject to Change - Please Contact Your Post-Secondary Institution to Confirm Transferability 14 15

10 HOMESTEAD HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA REQUIREMENTS CLASS OF DIPLOMA TYPE CORE 40 CORE 40 WITH ACADEMIC HONORS CORE 40 WITH TECHNICAL HONORS English 8 Credits 8 Credits (not English 11 and 12) 8 Credits Math 2 Credits Algebra I 2 Credits Geometry 2 Credits Algebra II (students must take quantitative reasoning or math every year and 6 math credits while in high school) 2 Credits Algebra I 2 Credits Geometry 2 Credits Algebra II 2 Credits AMA w/ Trigonometry (students must take quantitative reasoning or math every year and 6 math credits while in high school) 2 Credits Algebra I 2 Credits Geometry 2 Credits Algebra II 2 Credits AMA w/ Trigonometry (students must take quantitative reasoning or math every year and 6 math credits while in high school) Science 2 Credits Biology 2 Credits Chemistry, Physics or Integrated Chemistry/Physics 2 Credits Biology 2 Credits Chemistry, Physics or Integrated Chemistry/Physics 2 Credits Biology 2 Credits Chemistry, Physics or Integrated Chemistry/Physics 2 Additional Science Credits 2 Additional Science Credits 2 Additional Science Credits 2 Credits World History 2 Credits World History 2 Credits World History Social Studies 2 Credits US History 2 Credits US History 2 Credits US History 1 Credit Government 1 Credit Government 1 Credit Government 1 Credit Economics 1 Credit Economics 1 Credit Economics PE 2 Credits 2 Credits 2 Credits Health 1 Credit 1 Credit 1 Credit World Languages Recommended 6 Credits in one language or 4 Credits each in two languages Recommended Fine Arts 2 Credits Career- Technical Related sequence of 6 credits in a college and career pathway Complete one of the following: Complete 1 of the following: 1.State approved, industry recognized certification or credential, OR Additional Requirements AP courses (4 credits) and corresponding exams. Dual Credits Courses (6 college credits) from the Priority Course List AP Courses (2 credits) and corresponding exams and Dual Credit Courses (3 college credits) from the Priority Course List 2. Pathway dual credits from the approved dual credit list resulting in 6 transcripted college credits AND must complete one of the following: A. Any one of the additional requirements for the Academic Honors Diploma 1750 SAT (Critical Reading, Writing, and Math of which each must be 530) 26 Composite on the ACT and complete the written section B. Earn the following scores or higher on Work- Keys; Reading for Information (Level 6), Applied Math (Level 6) Locating Information (Level 5) C. Score at least 80 (Writing), 90 (Reading), 75 (Math) on Accuplacer Directed Electives Electives GPA Requirements Meet personal financial responsibility requirement 5 Credits World Languages, Fine Arts or Career-Technical 6 credits Career Academic Sequence Recommended Meet personal financial responsibility requirement 5 Credits World Languages, Fine Arts or Career-Technical (May be satisfied by categories above) 6 credits Career Academic Sequence Recommended No required grade lower than C-. Minimum GPA = 8.0 D. Score at least 66(Algebra), 70(Writing) 80 (Reading) on Compass. Meet personal financial responsibility requirement 5 Credits World Languages, Fine Arts or Career- Technical(May be satisfied by categories above) 6 credits Career Academic Sequence Recommended No required grade lower than C-. Minimum GPA = 8.0 Total 40 Credits 47 Credits 47 Credits **EVERY ATTEMPT IS MADE TO MONITOR EACH STUDENT S CREDIT AND GRADUATION STATUS. HOWEVER, IT IS ULTIMATELY THE RESPONSIBILITY OF PARENTS AND STUDENTS TO ENSURE GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS ARE MET.**

11 BUSINESS, MARKETING AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY DEPARTMENT The Business, Marketing, and Informational Technology department is comprehensive and designed to meet the personal, college and career needs of Homestead High School students. The following courses provide students with the basic skills and business/economic information to adapt to an ever-changing society. Our purpose is to prepare students for employment in Business and Marketing occupations and for post-secondary studies in Business. Students of business are encouraged to enhance their learning opportunities through involvement in our professional organization- DECA. DECA is a co-curricular organization for students with an interest in the areas of marketing, management, and entrepreneurship. Participation in this organization helps students develop skills and competence in marketing, builds self-esteem, and gives students multiple leadership opportunities. All DECA members have the opportunity to participate at the district level. Members can then earn the opportunity through competition and/or leadership to attend the state and national level conferences. Any current or former business student is eligible to join DECA. Dual Credit-Homestead High School and Ivy Tech Community College have a partnership whereby students take determined business courses at Homestead High School and receive dual credit for the class at Ivy Tech. This is done upon qualification and certification of courses and teachers by Ivy Tech. Students will be notified of this opportunity in the appropriate courses during the semester. There is no guarantee of transferability with dual credit courses. Courses in this section count as Directed Elective or Elective for ALL diplomas. B113-Preparing for College and Careers Grade 9 One Semester/One Credit Meets the financial responsibility requirement Preparing for College and Careers addresses the knowledge, skills, and behaviors all students need to be prepared for success in college, career and life. The Career Highway! Travel the road of life through exploring your interests, values, and goals. The focus of the course is the impact of today s choices on tomorrow s possibilities. Topics to be addressed include twenty-first century life and career skills, higher order thinking, communication, leadership, and management processes; explorations of personal aptitudes, interests, values, and goals; examining multiple life roles and responsibilities as individuals and family members; planning and building employability skills; transferring school skills to life and work; and managing personal resources and finances. B133-Digital Citizenship Grade 9 Digital Citizenship prepares students to use computer technology in an effective and appropriate manner. Students develop knowledge of word processing, spreadsheets, presentation and communications software. Students establish what it means to be a good digital citizen and how to use technology appropriately. B103-Introduction to Business Interested in Business? Not sure which area? Explore marketing, management, entrepreneurship, and the challenges of operating a business in the twenty-first century in this introductory class. This course introduces and develops business vocabulary and provides an overview of business and the role business plays in economic, social, and political environments. This course allows students to work as individuals, in pairs and in small groups to learn from each other and gain an understanding of teamwork and collaboration within the business environment. B243-Personal Financial Responsibility Meets the financial responsibility requirement Let s take a ride on Reading Railroad, don t forget to pass go and collect 200 dollars! Students will navigate through financial life skills related to banking, buying, selling, trading, debt management, credit options, insurance evaluation and planning for retirement. This course helps students understand wants versus needs, setting short term and long term goals, basics of banking, check writing, and bill paying, budgeting and record keeping, credit cards and other types of debt, and managing risk. 17

12 B331/332-BMF: Accounting Offered grades 10, 11, 12 Prerequisite: Algebra I Recommended Prerequisite: Introduction to Business or Information, Communications and Technology Quantitative Reasoning course Accounting is the language of business! Accounting I is a business course that introduces the language of business using Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and procedures for proprietorships, partnerships and corporations using double-entry accounting. If a student has an interest in a career in business, then a basic understanding of accounting is a must. Emphasis is placed on accounting principles as they relate to both manual and automated financial systems. This course involves understanding, analyzing, and recording business transactions and preparing, analyzing, and interpreting financial reports as a basis for decision making. Students will have the opportunity to put these skills in action through simulations for a sole proprietorship and a corporation as well as Accounting Monopoly. B451/452-Financial Services Prerequisite: Accounting, Algebra II Recommended Prerequisite: Principles of Business Management Quantitative Reasoning course Financial Services provides instruction in finance and business fundamentals as they relate to financial institutions, financial planning, business and personal financial services, investment and securities, risk management, and corporate finance. Students are provided opportunities to develop attitudes and apply skills and knowledge in the area of finance. B301/302-Business Math Two Credits/Two Semester Qualifies as one math credit towards General Diploma ONLY Quantitative Reasoning Course Business Math is a course designed to prepare students for 18 the business environment. Topics includes equations, formulas, percent, bank services, payroll, discounts, markup, inventory, simple and compound interest, annuities, promissory and discount notes, consumer loans, depreciation, financial reports, business statistics and graphs. Students learn fundamentals of administering salaries and wages, manufacturing, purchasing, sales, marketing, accounting, and corporate planning. Business math helps prepare students for careers in business and skilled trade areas. B203(DC)-Principles of Business Management Dual Credit Option Ivy Tech (BUSN 101) Principles of Business Management is an advanced-level business course that focuses on the roles and responsibilities of managers as well as opportunities and challenges of ethically managing a business in the free enterprising system. Students will attain an understanding of management, team building, leadership, problem solving steps and processes that contribute to the achievement of organizational goals. The management of human and financial resources is emphasized. B203A(DC)-Advanced Business Management Prerequisites: Principles of Business Management or Principles of Marketing Dual Credit Option Ivy Tech (BUSN 105) Advanced Business Management prepares students to plan, organize, direct, and control the functions and processes of a firm or organization and be successful in a work environment. Students are provided opportunities to develop attitudes and apply skills and knowledge in the areas of business administration, management, and finance. Individual experiences will be based upon the student s career and educational goals. B211/212(DC)-Principles of Marketing Dual Credit Option Ivy Tech (MKTG 101) Do you enjoy watching Commercials? Have you been intrigued by a good sales presentation? Think you might enjoy a career in either sales or promotion? Then this course is for you. This course provides a general overview of the marketing functions including purchasing, sales, and promotion. Marketing and employment skills learned in this course will improve your successful transition to either college or the world of work. Leadership development will be provided through DECA activities and competitive events. B253-Sports and Entertainment Marketing Sports and Entertainment Marketing is a specialized marketing course providing students with the opportunity to apply marketing principles in the fields of Sports, Recreation, and Entertainment. Student will produce and market activities for athletic and entertainment programs at Homestead High School. B333-Business Law and Ethics I All rise for the Honorable (insert your name!) the court of HHS is now in session. You could be the judge, lawyer, witness or jury member in a civil or criminal case. This course is an overview of the legal system in the business setting. Topics covered include: basics of the judicial system, contract law, personal law, employment law and property law. Application of legal principles and ethical decision-making techniques are presented through problem-solving methods and situation analyses. Guest speakers will also be sharing their knowledge and experiences. B343-Business Law and Ethics II Prerequisite: Business Law and Ethics I An advanced in-depth look into Business Law and Ethics, this course will examine and analyze real cases and effects such cases could have on you and society. Application of legal principles and ethical decision-making techniques are presented through problem-solving methods and situation analyses. Students will research cases, case law and application of those laws. Student will be asked to experience the real courtroom sometimes throughout the semester. Guest speakers will be invited to the classroom throughout the semester. B263-Entrepreneurship and New Ventures Have you ever wanted to own your own business? This course is designed to enable students to acquire the knowledge and skills needed to effectively organize, develop, create and manage their own business. Topics addressed include the assessment of entrepreneurial skills, the importance of business ethics, human relations and interpersonal skills, and the role of entrepreneurs in a free enterprise system. Students will understand and develop the components of a written business plan. B401/402-Work Based Learning: Internship, Multiple Pathways Grade 12 Only Must complete a Work Based Learning Internship Application form Two Credits/One Semesters Work Based Learning: Internship is a course that is designed to provide opportunities for students to explore careers and apply the concepts and skills learned in previous coursework in real world business and industry settings. Students will leave the building 2 periods a day to attend their internship placement. The emphasis of the experience is on applying skills developed through instruction and on learning new career competencies at the internship site as well as exposing the student to a possible future career. This is a non-paid position. Students work with the instructor on setting up the internship site. Students participating in internship will follow class, school, business/industry/organization, State, and Federal guidelines. Internship will include a classroom component and regular 19