NORTH EAST ISD HIGH SCHOOL COURSE CATALOG

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1 Robert E Lee HS Douglas MacArthur HS Winston Churchill HS International School of the Americas NORTH EAST ISD HIGH SCHOOL COURSE CATALOG Theodore Roosevelt HS James Madison HS Ronald Reagan HS Lady Bird Johnson HS

2 The NORTH EAST INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age or disability.

3 TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction and Important Information 1 Schedule Changes and Dropping A Course 1 Pre-Advanced Placement and Advanced Placement Courses 2-3 Advanced Course Offerings 4 Student Expectations for Advanced Level Courses 5 NEISD ADVANCED LEVEL COURSE AGREEMENT 6 Potential Academic Dual Credit Courses 7 Career and Technical Potential Dual Credit Courses 7 Career and Technical Education Career Clusters 8 High School Math Courses with State and District Prerequisites 9 Mathematics Course Agreement Without Recommended Prerequisites 10 NEISD Mathematics Course Sequence Pathways 11 Specific Information for Students Entering 9 th Grade in & Specific Information for Students Entering 9 th Grade in Options for Fourth Year of Math and Science 22 Specific Information for Students Entering 9 th Grade in Promotion Standards and Class Rank Overview Steps to Complete the Course Selection Card 30 Senior Early Release Information 31 NEISD Course Descriptions 32 Athletics-Physical Education Equivalent Course Numbers 33 Career & Technical Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources Cluster Course Descriptions Career & Technical Alamo Academies Course Descriptions Career & Technical Architecture and Construction Cluster Course Descriptions Career & Technical Arts, Audio/Video Technology & Communications Cluster Course Descriptions Career & Technical Business Management & Administration Cluster Course Descriptions Career & Technical Career Cluster Course Descriptions Career & Technical Education & Training Cluster Course Descriptions 50 Career & Technical Finance Cluster Course Descriptions Career & Technical Health Science Cluster Course Descriptions Career & Technical Hospitality & Tourism Cluster Course Descriptions Career & Technical Human Services Cluster Course Descriptions Career & Technical Information Technology Cluster Course Descriptions Career & Technical Law, Public Safety, Corrections & Security Cluster Course Descriptions Career & Technical Manufacturing Cluster Course Descriptions 61 Career & Technical Marketing Cluster Course Descriptions Career & Technical Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics Cluster Course Descriptions Career & Technical Transportation, Distribution & Logistics Cluster Course Descriptions Communications Course Descriptions English Course Descriptions English for Speakers of Other Languages Course Descriptions English Language Arts Electives Course Descriptions Fine Arts - Choral Music Course Descriptions Fine Arts Dance Course Descriptions Fine Arts Instrumental Music Course Descriptions Fine Arts Theatre Arts Course Descriptions 88-90

4 TABLE OF CONTENTS continued Fine Arts Visual Arts Course Descriptions Foreign Language American Sign Language Course Descriptions Foreign Language Chinese Course Descriptions Foreign Language French Course Descriptions Foreign Language German Course Descriptions Foreign Language Japanese Course Descriptions Foreign Language Latin Course Descriptions Foreign Language Spanish Course Descriptions Health Course Descriptions 107 Journalism Course Descriptions Magnet Program Design and Technology Academy Course Descriptions Magnet Program Electrical Systems Technology Course Descriptions Magnet Program Engineering & Technology Academy Course Descriptions Magnet Program North East School of the Arts Course Descriptions Magnet Program Science, Technology, Engineering & Math Course Descriptions 117 Mathematics Course Descriptions Other Electives Course Descriptions Other Electives JROTC Course Descriptions Other Electives Peer Assistance Leadership and Service Course Descriptions 127 Other Electives Student Council Course Descriptions Physical Education Course Descriptions Reading Course Descriptions 130 Science Course Descriptions Social Studies Course Descriptions Special Education Course Descriptions Technology Applications Course Descriptions Alphabetical Index by Course Title

5 TO THE STUDENTS INTRODUCTION Students: This Course Catalog is provided to help you select the courses you will take in the school year. The basic requirements for your high school education include certain required subjects and elective courses that balance your graduation program and complement your cultural interests and college/career/posthigh school plans. Passing end-of-course (EOC) exams are required for graduation. EOC courses must be taken as a first priority. Since NEISD offers many course options, you are encouraged to maximize your academic potential by enrolling in rigorous and challenging courses to best prepare you for graduation and post-high school endeavors. TO THE PARENTS/GUARDIANS (future references to parents in this document includes guardians) Parents: You have an important role in helping your student make decisions regarding high school course selections. You are urged to familiarize yourself with this Course Catalog so that you can help make important decisions. If you have any questions, please contact teachers, counselors or administrators at the school who will be available to discuss specific concerns with you. Please note the Texas Education Agency (TEA) may provide updates to rules and regulations regarding course requirements of state-approved courses. As future rule changes may impact the content in this catalog, course requirements and/or recommendations are subject to change. Please seek guidance from your counselor should you have any questions regarding the most current course requirements. REGISTRATION IMPORTANT INFORMATION The development of a student's class schedule is a serious and time-consuming process. Once a class schedule is formulated, the student is expected to follow that schedule. Parents are encouraged to become involved in the registration process of their students. Students are also reminded that the master schedule is built, faculty and staff are hired, and room assignments are made based on student choices! Schedules should NOT be changed after courses have been selected and entered into the computer. Alternate courses listed should be carefully selected as they may be used if a scheduling conflict occurs. Athletes should carefully consider their course options as NCAA has requirements for academic credit that may impact college participation and scholarships. For students who entered high school in 2011, 2012, and 2013, the TEA defines three graduation programs for students: Distinguished Achievement Program, Recommended High School Program and Minimum High School Program. In NEISD, all students automatically default to the Recommended High School Program. Students wishing to select the Minimum High School Program must meet with a counselor. Students should consider one of the Career Clusters which they currently plan to follow to assist in selecting courses. For students who enter high school in 2014, the TEA defines two graduation programs: Foundations Program and Foundations Program with Endorsements. SCHEDULE CHANGES SCHEDULE CHANGES AND DROPPING A COURSE After May 1, students and parents will receive a list of the courses selected during the course selection process for final consideration. Should a schedule change for the school year be necessary, a course change request should be submitted in writing, including the reasons for needing the change and must include a parent's signature. Course change requests must be submitted by June 10, 2014, at 4:30 p.m. to the Counseling Office at your high school campus. Changes may NOT be considered after Tuesday, June 10, 2014, at 4:30 p.m. unless a student fails a summer school class or attends summer school/summer credit recovery and gains credit for a course selected for the school year. In addition, EOC remediation and success on summer retests will be considered. DROPPING A COURSE Students and parents should give careful consideration in choosing courses since changes will not be granted after June 10, 2014, at 4:30 p.m. 1

6 Please note: WD is assigned as a result of the student s request to withdraw from a course after the first four calendar weeks of a course. WD as a semester average is calculated using a 0 multiplier for the purpose of class rank. All schedule changes are to be completed by the first four calendar weeks of a course and no student should withdraw from a course after the first four calendar weeks of a course. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Since most students are following a college-preparatory plan, they should consult catalogs of specific colleges before making course selections, paying particular attention to foreign language, science and mathematics requirements. Colleges that have large numbers of applicants will often use rigorous course schedules as selection criteria even if their catalog states a lesser minimum requirement. PRE-ADVANCED PLACEMENT AND ADVANCED PLACEMENT COURSES PRE-ADVANCED PLACEMENT COURSES PLEASE SEE COURSE DESCRIPTION FOR GRADE PLACEMENT The recommendations provided in this catalog for grade placement offer the greatest possibility for student success. A student s cohort is the group of students who entered the ninth grade in the same year. Students within the same cohort will all follow the same rules regarding allowable course choices and course sequencing. NEISD offers Pre-Advanced Placement (Pre-AP) courses to all students in grades 9-12 using an open enrollment policy. These courses offer an enrichment of the regular curriculum taught through a variety of strategies. These courses are intended to prepare students for Advanced Placement courses (explained below). While Pre-AP courses are rigorous, they are not college-level courses. Only courses that lead to an Advanced Placement (AP) course may be termed Pre-AP. Any student may enroll in Pre-AP courses, and is strongly encouraged to take as many Pre-AP courses as possible, as long as the student and the parents are willing to commit to the program. When making the decision to take Pre-AP courses, consider the demands of academic and extracurricular involvement. Students who choose to enroll in one or more of the Pre-AP courses must complete an NEISD ADVANCED LEVEL COURSE AGREEMENT form and submit the completed form as directed by the campus. Students enrolled in Pre-AP, AP and/or G/T Courses may have a required summer reading assignment. Please refer to your campus webpage for the updated summer reading assignment after May 1. ADVANCED PLACEMENT COURSES PLEASE SEE COURSE DESCRIPTION FOR GRADE PLACEMENT The recommendations provided in this catalog for grade placement offer the greatest possibility for student success. A student s cohort is the group of students who entered the ninth grade in the same year. Students within the same cohort will all follow the same rules regarding allowable course choices and course sequencing. NEISD offers open enrollment in all AP courses to students in the third and fourth year cohorts who are typically, but not always, juniors and seniors by grade level. Accordingly, students in the third and fourth cohort may take as many AP courses as they wish. Students in the first and second year cohorts, who are typically freshmen and sophomores by grade level, may only receive a total of two credits from AP courses cumulatively for that two-year period. If a student is classified as a junior or senior at grade level but belongs to the first or second year cohort, the student is still subject to the two-credit maximum applicable to students in the first and second year cohorts. These courses are extremely rigorous as they are college-level courses which follow a college curriculum approved by the College Board. Students taking these courses are encouraged to take the AP tests offered in the spring. These tests have additional fees paid by the students. Students scoring a 3, 4, or 5 on one or more of these tests may be awarded college credit. Students should research colleges/universities regarding their specific policy for awarding credit for AP scores. 2

7 When making the decision to take AP courses, consider the demands of academic and extracurricular involvement. AP courses are exceptionally demanding on students time outside of the regular school day. Enrolling in one AP course is the equivalent of signing up for 3-4 college hours. Students who choose to enroll in an AP course must complete an NEISD ADVANCED LEVEL COURSE AGREEMENT form and submit the completed form as directed by the campus. Students enrolled in Pre-AP, AP and/or G/T Courses may have a required summer reading assignment. Please refer to your campus webpage for the updated summer reading assignment after May 1. ADVANCED LEVEL, ADVANCED STUDIES AND HONORS COURSES PLEASE SEE COURSE DESCRIPTION FOR GRADE PLACEMENT The recommendations provided in this catalog for grade placement offer the greatest possibility for student success. A student s cohort is the group of students who entered the ninth grade in the same year. Students within the same cohort will all follow the same rules regarding allowable course choices and course sequencing. These classes are not deemed as Pre-AP or AP courses because the courses are not tested by the College Board. The curriculum is rigorous and should be treated similarly to Pre-AP or AP courses. These courses may receive weighted credit equivalent to Pre-AP courses. Students who choose to enroll in one or more of these courses must complete an NEISD ADVANCED LEVEL COURSE AGREEMENT form and submit the completed form as directed by the campus. 3

8 ADVANCED COURSE OFFERINGS IN NEISD FOR INFORMATION ABOUT CLASS RANK, REFER TO THE NEISD GUIDANCE WEBSITE Types of Dual Credit Explanation Credit Awarded Eligibility Other Considerations Academic Dual Credit (DC) Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) Dual Credit Most academic dual credit courses will be accepted at 2-year colleges and 4-year universities. Courses that cover all high school TEKS as well as equivalent college curriculum Courses that allow students to earn high school and college credit concurrently Most WECM dual credit courses will be accepted at 2-year colleges. Career Technical courses that cover all high school TEKS as well as equivalent college curriculum at the specific 2-year college awarding credit Courses that allow students to earn high school and 2-year college credit concurrently High school graduation credit is awarded based on student performance. Most academic dual credits linked to a Texas college common course number will transfer to any Texas public college or university. College credit is awarded at the discretion of the receiving institution. Students must request a college transcript in order for college credits to be evaluated and/or awarded at a college or university. High school graduation credit is awarded based on student performance. Most WECM credits linked to a 2-year college common course number will transfer to the college offering that course. College credit is awarded at the discretion of the receiving institution. Students must request a college transcript in order for college credits to be evaluated and/or awarded at a 2-year college. Students must qualify for admission to the college or university and register by the deadline. Students must officially be classified as eleventh or twelfth graders. Students may not take more than two dual credit courses per semester. Dual credit courses can only be taught by high school teachers who also qualify as adjunct faculty (master s degree with at least 18 hours in the content area) at the college or university with which the district has established a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). Students are awarded the grade earned from the college as a letter grade using the District letter equivalent for the actual numerical grade received. (Policy EHDD Local): o = A o = B o = C o 69 0 = F WECM courses can only be taught by high school teachers who also qualify as adjunct faculty (bachelor s degree or master s degree) at the college or university with which the district has established an MOU. Students are awarded the grade earned from the college as a letter grade using the District letter equivalent for the actual numerical grade received. (Policy EHDD Local): o = A o = B o = C o 69 0 = F 4

9 STUDENT EXPECTATIONS FOR ADVANCED LEVEL COURSES Advanced Level/Gifted & Talented/Pre-Advanced Placement/Advanced Placement courses challenge and enrich motivated students to expand their education beyond the typical high school program. Pre-AP coursework develops advanced skills and content background to prepare students for college-level work in Advanced Placement (AP) courses and on the Advanced Placement exams. Gifted & Talented Programs (G/T) require special admission and also incorporate the Pre-AP/AP strategies and curriculum. Advanced level courses such as upper-level languages, Anatomy and Physiology, etc., while not specifically labeled Advanced Placement, offer rigorous curricula that prepare students for college. Success requires the student s commitment to the expectations of the Advanced Level Course program(s). Students will be expected to: Analyze, synthesize and manipulate knowledge and skills; think critically Budget time effectively and efficiently; develop successful study skills Commit to a daily academic action plan; attend tutoring regularly if needed. Come to school early and/or stay late in order to attend tutoring Engage in technology-assisted research and/or communications; increase advanced content area vocabulary; build portfolios if applicable Utilize community and industry as resources in research projects if applicable Sign the agreement supporting the Advanced/GT/Pre-AP/AP programs and expectations. PLACEMENT REVIEW: The teacher may recommend that a student be changed into a regular class if that student is encountering great difficulty with the rigorous course content. The teacher will expect a positive attitude about scholarship and assignments. Any recommended level change would take place within the first nine calendar weeks or at the end of the first semester. A parent-teacher-counselor communication is required prior to withdrawal from the course. Students must also have attended tutoring with the teacher on a regular basis. HONOR CODE: All students will be expected to do their own work and exhibit academic honesty. TEST PARTICIPATION: Students are strongly encouraged to take the AP Exams at the end of the year for all enrolled AP courses. The district may provide a reduced fee for these tests when funding is available. It is critical that students consult their individual college choices for acceptance of AP credit. SUCCESS REQUIRES SUPPORT FROM ALL STAKEHOLDERS: STUDENTS, PARENTS, AND TEACHERS. STUDENT: I agree to organize my time and effort to successfully complete the rigorous work in the course(s). I have read the course description(s) and agree to the college preparatory or college-level requirements of the class(es). I understand that I may need to regularly attend before and/or after school tutoring. PARENT(S): I understand the rigorous course requirements and agree to help my son/daughter organize study time in support of class assignments and requirements. I will notify the teacher immediately of any concern I have relating to the Advanced/GT/Pre-AP/AP class(es). I understand that my son/daughter may need to regularly attend tutoring. TEACHER(S): The teacher will conduct the course(s) at a college preparatory pace appropriate to the grade level or at a college level for AP courses as approved by the College Board and NEISD curricula. Students and parents will be notified in a timely fashion if student work and/or assessments are unsatisfactory. The teacher will be available for tutoring. The student may enroll in any Pre-AP, Advanced Level, or AP course(s) provided the student and parent agree to the commitment on the NEISD ADVANCED LEVEL COURSE AGREEMENT. G/T courses require a special admission process, but still require signatures on this form. Students are encouraged to take as many rigorous courses as they can handle. Please consider carefully the time and academic requirements for both academic and extracurricular commitments. In order to continue in an Advanced Level Course, students and parents must sign the following NEISD ADVANCED LEVEL COURSE AGREEMENT and return the signed agreement to the teacher. 5

10 NEISD ADVANCED LEVEL COURSE AGREEMENT Student s Name (print): STUDENT COMMITMENT: I have read the Student Expectations for Advanced Level Courses in the NEISD Course Catalog, and I am aware of the time and effort required for this advanced level course. I understand and agree to the following conditions for taking an advanced level course: A. I agree to organize my time and effort to successfully complete the rigorous work in the course. I have read the course description and agree to the college preparatory or college-level requirements of the class. I understand that I may need to regularly attend before and/or after school tutoring. B. My parents and I have discussed and understand the rigorous course requirements. They have agreed to help me organize my study time in support of my class assignments and out-of-school requirements. We will notify the teacher immediately of any concern they have relating to my advanced level class. We understand that an advanced level course will require a significant amount of time and effort, and that I may need to regularly attend tutoring. C. I understand that my teacher will conduct the course at a college preparatory pace appropriate to the grade level or at a college-level for an AP course as approved by the College Board and NEISD curricula. I understand that I can monitor my daily progress through the Student Portal, and my parents can monitor my progress through the Parent Portal. My teacher will be available for tutoring. D. I understand that my teacher and/or parent may request that I be placed into a regular class if I am encountering great difficulty with the rigorous course content. Any recommended move would take place within the first nine calendar weeks or at the end of the first semester. If I need to withdraw from the course, a parent-teacher-counselor communication is required prior to withdrawal. I must also have attended tutoring with my teacher on a regular basis. E. I will be expected to do my own work and exhibit academic honesty. F. I am strongly encouraged to take the AP Exam at the end of year for all enrolled AP courses. I understand that I will be assessed a fee for each AP exam I choose to take. It is critical that I research my specific college/university requirements for what tests and scores they accept for AP credit. G. I agree to commit to the advanced level course listed at the top of this agreement, and I agree to the conditions on this form. I understand I am encouraged to take as many rigorous courses as I can handle. I have carefully considered the time and academic requirements for both academic and extracurricular commitments before I sign this agreement. My signature on this NEISD ADVANCED LEVEL COURSE AGREEMENT serves as my commitment to follow the conditions outlined above: Student s Signature: I approve and agree to support my child taking this advanced level course: Parent s/guardian s Signature: Date Returned to Teacher: 6

11 POTENTIAL ACADEMIC DUAL CREDIT COURSES Academic Dual Credit courses allow students to earn college credit while in high school. These courses fulfill high school course requirements, appear on the high school transcript, and are used in calculating grade point averages. These courses are taught by NEISD teachers through the Alamo Colleges, usually through San Antonio College (SAC), St. Philip s College and Palo Alto College. Many AP courses are also Dual Credit, allowing the students to pursue both options for college credit and for advanced measures for the Distinguished Achievement Program. Dual Credit courses are free of charge to the students. Students must be eleventh or twelfth graders and may take no more than two Dual Credit courses per semester. The college credit is awarded through the Alamo Colleges, not through NEISD; therefore, the STUDENT must request that a college transcript be sent from one of the Alamo Colleges to the college/university that the student will attend for the college credit to be evaluated and the college credit(s) awarded. Students must: Obtain a Dual Credit Handbook from the Counseling Office Apply to appropriate college(s) in the Alamo Colleges system by the deadline Take a qualifying exam (TSI, SAT, ACT or Qualifying Exit Level STAAR scores) and submit scores, and Submit the required documents by the deadline date Below are courses currently offered for Academic Dual Credit at each designated campus. Approval of the courses offered in school year is contingent upon adjunct professor approval of the participating college. Final approval must come from the Alamo Colleges system; courses are not finalized until the beginning of the school year. American Sign Language Anatomy and Physiology Biology AP Calculus AB AP Calculus BC AP College Algebra English IV AP Law Enforcement Precalculus Pre-AP Spanish IV Pre-AP Spanish Language AP Spanish Literature AP Statistics AP Theatre Arts U.S. History AP Not all Dual Credit courses are taught at every campus because specific criteria must be met by the faculty teaching the courses. CAREER AND TECHNICAL POTENTIAL DUAL CREDIT COURSES Career and Technical Education offers Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) Dual Credit Courses for juniors and seniors. Potential Dual Credit courses cover all high school TEKS as well as equivalent curricula for the accompanying two-year college courses. Dual Credit can be earned from St. Philip s College. Acceptance of credit by other higher education institutions is up to the receiving institution. It is the student s responsibility to contact any other higher education institution regarding acceptance of these credits. Students are allowed to take a maximum of two dual credit courses per semester. Students must qualify for admissions to the college and register by the deadline. NEISD reserves the right to cancel at any time a potential dual credit course for any reason (adjunct faculty availability, lack of an agreement with college, curriculum alignment, etc.). POTENTIAL DUAL CREDIT COURSE HIGH SCHOOLS PROPOSED COLLEGE Business Information Management I Madison, Reagan, MacArthur St. Philip s College Business Information Management II Madison, Reagan, MacArthur St. Philip s College 7

12 CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION CAREER CLUSTERS As students plan for their futures, they should consider which career pathway or cluster they wish to explore while in high school. The Texas Education Agency through the Achieve Texas program recommends the following career clusters that students may choose as a career path that will lead to post-secondary decisions. The production, processing, marketing, distribution, financing, and development of agricultural commodities and resources including food, fiber, wood products, natural resources, horticulture, and other plant and animal products/resources. Careers in designing, planning, managing, building and maintaining the built environment. Designing, producing, exhibiting, performing, writing, and publishing multimedia content including visual and performing arts and design, journalism, and entertainment services. Business Management and Administration careers encompass planning, organizing, directing and evaluating business functions essential to efficient and productive business operations. Business Management and Administration career opportunities are available in every sector of the economy. Planning, managing and providing education and training services, and related learning support services. Planning, services for financial and investment planning, banking, insurance, and business financial management. Executing governmental functions to include Governance; National Security; Foreign Service; Planning; Revenue and Taxation; Regulation; and Management and Administration at the local, state, and federal levels. Planning, managing, and providing therapeutic services, diagnostic services, health informatics, support services, and biotechnology research and development. Hospitality & Tourism encompasses the management, marketing and operations of restaurants and other foodservices, lodging, attractions, recreation events and travel related services. Preparing individuals for employment in career pathways that relate to families and human needs. Building Linkages in IT Occupations Framework: For Entry Level, Technical, and Professional Careers Related to the Design, Development, Support and Management of Hardware, Software, Multimedia, and Systems Integration Services. Planning, managing, and providing legal, public safety, protective services and homeland security, including professional and technical support services. Planning, managing and performing the processing of materials into intermediate or final products and related professional and technical support activities such as production planning and control, maintenance and manufacturing/process engineering. Planning, managing, and performing marketing activities to reach organizational objectives. Planning, managing, and providing scientific research and professional and technical services (e.g., physical science, social science, engineering) including laboratory and testing services, and research and development services. Planning, management, and movement of people, materials, and goods by road, pipeline, air, rail and water and related professional and technical support services such as transportation infrastructure planning and management, logistics services, mobile equipment and facility maintenance. 8

13 HS Math Courses with State and District Prerequisites October 2013 Mathematics consists of different topic strands that are interconnected and involve ideas accumulated over time to build a deeper level of understanding. The pathway of courses students take should lead them to increased depths of knowledge about the topics as they see ideas build and connect with others. The intent of the state requiring four credits of math for graduation is to encourage students to remain in math each year of their high school career, advancing to a more rigorous level of math study at each level. The state provides some guidance on course prerequisites but encourages the district to offer a more focused road map for students. Students are strongly encouraged to follow the NEISD recommended prerequisites to ensure their studies are connected with previous levels and provide appropriate focus at successive levels to meet the rigor level of the standards for each course, and ultimately end-of-course, exit level, and college readiness examinations. State Articulated Prerequisites NEISD Recommended Prerequisites HS Math Course Name Recommended Prerequisite Prerequisite Algebra I 8 th Grade math Successful completion of K 8 math standards Geometry Algebra I Algebra I Algebra II Algebra I Algebra I, Geometry Precalculus Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II Math Models with Applications Advanced Quantitative Reasoning Independent Study in Math Algebra I (must be taken before Algebra II) Geometry & Algebra II Geometry & Algebra II Algebra I (must be taken before Algebra II) Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II Independent Study- Differential Equations Independent Study History of Math & Number Theory Independent Study- College Algebra AP Statistics Geometry & Algebra II Geometry & Algebra II AP Calculus AB Precalculus Precalculus AP Calculus BC Precalculus Precalculus College Algebra Algebra II Algebra II Math Apps in Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources A minimum of 1 credit from the courses in the Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources cluster Precalculus & Teacher Recommendation Algebra II & Teacher Recommendation Algebra II & Teacher Recommendation A minimum of 1 credit from the courses in the Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources cluster Engineering Mathematics Algebra II Algebra II Statistics and Risk Management Accounting I, Algebra II Accounting I, Algebra II AP Computer Science A Computer Science Pre-AP To learn the mathematics required for today s world, students need adequate time to study and learn mathematics in school. Every student should study mathematics every year through high school, progressing to a more advanced level each year. All students need to be engaged in learning challenging mathematics for at least one hour a day at the elementary, middle school, and high school levels. NCTM Position 9

14 North East ISD Mathematics Course Agreement without Recommended Prerequisites Mathematics consists of different topic strands that are interconnected and involve ideas accumulated over time to build a deeper level of understanding. The pathway of courses students take should lead them to increased depths of knowledge about the topics as they see ideas build and connect with others. The intent of the state requiring four credits of math for graduation is to encourage students to remain in math each year of their high school career, advancing to a more rigorous level of math study at each level. The state provides some guidance on course prerequisites but encourages the district to offer a more focused road map for students. Students are strongly encouraged to follow the NEISD recommended prerequisites to ensure their studies are connected with previous levels and provide appropriate focus at successive levels to meet the rigor level of the standards for each course, and ultimately end-of-course, exit level, and college readiness examinations. If a student elects to follow a math course sequence outside of the NEISD recommended prerequisite pathway for math, a parent, teacher, counselor, and student communication is required prior to enrollment in the course. In addition, this agreement form needs to be signed by both student and parent. SUCCESS REQUIRES SUPPORT AND COMMITMENT FROM ALL STAKEHOLDERS: STUDENTS, PARENTS AND TEACHERS. STUDENT: I agree to organize my time and effort to successfully complete the math course(s) being selected. I have read the course description(s) and agree to the requirements of the class(es). I understand that I may need to regularly attend before and/or after school tutoring. PARENT(S): I understand the course requirements and agree to help my son/daughter organize study time in support of class assignments and requirements. I will notify the teacher immediately of any concern I have relating to the selected math course(s). I understand that my son/daughter may need to regularly attend tutoring. TEACHER(S): The teacher will conduct the course(s) appropriate to the TEKS from the state and NEISD curriculum. Students and parents will be notified in a timely fashion if student work and/or assessments are unsatisfactory. The teacher will be available for tutoring. The course(s) listed below are ones to which the student and parent agree to commit. The student and parent(s) agree to the commitment on this form. Students are encouraged to take courses appropriate for their graduation plan. Please consider carefully the time and academic requirements. I understand the NEISD recommended prerequisite pathway for math. The course(s) selected outside of the pathway is/are: Student signature Parent/Guardian signature Date Date 10

15 NEISD Mathematics Course Sequence Pathways Grade Level Pathway A Pathway B Pathway C Pathway D 6 Math 6 Math 6 Math 6 Math 6 Pre-AP / GT Pre-AP 7 Math 7 Math 7 Math 7 Math 7 Pre-AP / GT Pre-AP 8 Math 8 Math 8 Math 8 Algebra I Pre-AP / GT Pre-AP 9 Algebra I Algebra I Algebra I 10 Geometry Geometry & Math Models Geometry Geometry Pre-AP / GT Pre- AP Algebra 2 Pre-AP / GT Pre- AP 11 Algebra 2 Algebra 2 Math Models Precalculus 12 Advanced Quantitative Reasoning Or Precalculus Advanced Quantitative Reasoning Or Precalculus Algebra 2 AP Calculus AB Or AP Calculus BC Or AP Statistics Or College Algebra 11

16 STUDENTS ENTERING 9 TH GRADE IN &

17 NEISD Students Entering 9 th Grade in the & School Years Courses Minimum Recommended Distinguished English Language Arts 4 credits 4 credits 4 credits Mathematics 3 credits 4 credits 4 credits Science 2 credits* 4 credits 4 credits Social Studies 3 credits* 4 credits 4 credits Languages other than English None 2 credits 3 credits Physical Education (Including Foundations of Personal Fitness as part of Healthy Lifestyles course) 1 credit 1 credit 1 credit Health Education (Healthy Lifestyles course).5 credit.5 credit.5 credit Speech.5 credit.5 credit.5 credit Fine Arts 1 credit 1 credit 1 credit Electives 6 credits 5 credits 4 credits Academic Elective* (science or social studies) 1 credit None None Total Students who entered High School prior to may opt to complete the requirements of the new Foundation High School Program as permitted by House Bill (HB) 5, passed by the 83 rd Texas Legislature. Please see your counselor for specific requirements. Updated 1/14/14 13

18 NEISD Students Entering 9 th Grade in the and School Years The default program for ALL NEISD students is the Recommended Program. Any student considering graduation on the Minimum Program must see a counselor. A waiver acknowledging understanding of the Texas Minimum Graduation Program must be signed. Courses Minimum Recommended Distinguished*** English Language Arts English I, II, III, and IV are required. Immigrant students with limited English proficiency may substitute English I SOL and English II SOL for English I and II only. English I, II, III, and IV are required. Immigrant students with limited English proficiency may substitute English I SOL and English II SOL for English I and II only (as specified by TEA). English I, II, III, and IV are required. Students with limited English proficiency may substitute English I SOL and English II SOL for English I and II only (as specified by TEA). Mathematics Three credits are required. The three credits must include Algebra I and Geometry. Four credits are required. Algebra I, Geometry and Algebra II are required courses. The fourth credit must be a stateapproved math credit. If Math Models is chosen as a fourth math, it must be completed prior to Algebra II. Four credits are required. Algebra I, Geometry and Algebra II are required courses. The fourth credit must be a stateapproved math credit and must have an Algebra II prerequisite. Science **Two credits must consist of Biology and IPC. A student may substitute Chemistry or Physics for IPC and then must take the second of these two courses as the academic elective. A student entering 9 th grade in may take Principles of Technology to satisfy the Physics requirement if Physics and Chemistry are taken instead of IPC. Four credits are required: Biology or Biology AP; Chemistry or Chemistry AP; Physics, Principles of Technology or Physics AP. If IPC is chosen as a fourth science, it must be completed prior to Chemistry and Physics. Four credits are required. The four credits must include Biology, Chemistry and Physics. IPC and Principles of Technology will not count as the 4 th required science credit for the DAP. Social Studies **Three credits must consist of World History or World Geography, United States History, U.S. Government, and Economics (free enterprise). Four credits are required and must include World Geography, World History, U.S. History, U.S. Government, and Economics (free enterprise). Four credits are required and must include World Geography, World History, U.S. History, U.S. Government, and Economics (free enterprise). Languages other than English None Two credits of the same language are required. Exploratory Language and Culture courses do not meet the foreign language requirement. Three credits of the same language are required. Exploratory Language and Culture courses do not meet the foreign language requirement. Physical Education (Including Foundations of Personal Fitness as part of Healthy Lifestyles course) One credit is required. One-half credit is integrated as part of the required Healthy Lifestyles course. The additional onehalf credit may be earned through PE, Athletics, JROTC, Marching Band, Dance Team, Drill Team, Cheerleading, Pep Squad or an approved physical activity program conducted on or off campus. One credit is required. One-half credit is integrated as part of the required Healthy Lifestyles course. The additional onehalf credit may be earned through PE, Athletics, JROTC, Marching Band, Dance Team, Drill Team, Cheerleading, Pep Squad or an approved physical activity program conducted on or off campus. One credit is required. One-half credit is integrated as part of the required Healthy Lifestyles course. The additional one-half credit may be earned through PE, Athletics, JROTC, Marching Band, Dance Team, Drill Team, Cheerleading, Pep Squad or an approved physical activity program conducted on or off campus. Health Education (Healthy Lifestyles course) One-half credit is required and is satisfied by the NEISD course Healthy Lifestyles. NO SUBSTITUTION. One-half credit is required and is satisfied by the NEISD course Healthy Lifestyles. NO SUBSTITUTION. One-half credit is required and is satisfied by the NEISD course Healthy Lifestyles. NO SUBSTITUTION. Speech One-half credit is required. One-half credit is required. One-half credit is required. Fine Arts One credit is required and may be selected from courses in the areas of art, music, theatre arts or dance. One credit is required and may be selected from courses in the areas of art, music, theatre arts or dance. One credit is required and may be selected from courses in the areas of art, music, theatre arts or dance. Electives Six credits are required. Five credits are required Four credits are required. Academic Elective** (science or social studies) One credit consisting of World History or World Geography, or an approved science course (see Science above). None None ***To graduate on the Distinguished program, four advanced measures are required. These include national recognition on the PSAT (one measure maximum); original research/project (2 measures maximum); performance on AP exams or grades in college credit courses (4 measures maximum). For both the RHSP and the DAP, additional requirements for the STAAR EOC Eng III and Alg II exams must be met. SEE YOUR COUNSELOR FOR SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS. Updated 1/16/13 14

19 NAME: (Print) Last First Middle Graduation Year Current Grade NORTH EAST ISD HIGH SCHOOL FOUR-YEAR PLAN for Students entering 9 th grade in 2011 and 2012 NEISD GRADUATION PROGRAM: Recommended High School Program Distinguished Achievement Program (DAP) Students are encouraged to take the most rigorous course of study possible, including Pre-Advanced Placement and Advanced Placement courses. 9 th Grade Credit 10 th Grade Credit 11 th Grade Credit 12 th Grade Credit English I 1 English II English III English IV Math Math Math Math Science Science Science Science World Geography World History U.S. History Government and Economics Total Credits Total Credits Total Credits Total Credits Check off these requirements as you enter them on your plan: HEALTHY LIFESTYLES (Highly recommended for 9 th grade)(1 CREDIT) FOREIGN LANGUAGE (1 CREDIT) FOREIGN LANGUAGE (1 CREDIT) FINE ARTS (1 CREDIT) SPEECH (Communication Applications or Professional Communications) (1/2 CREDIT) PE OR SUBSTITUTION (1/2 CREDIT) ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR THE DAP FOREIGN LANGUAGE (1 CREDIT) Verify that all graduation requirements have been scheduled. Units of Credit: 1 semester class = ½ unit of credit each semester; 2 semesters or full-year classes = 1 unit of credit. Career Clusters (please select one) Agriculture Architecture, Construction & Manufacturing Arts, Communications & Information Technology Business, Marketing & Finance Health Science Hospitality, Education & Human Services Law, Government & Public Administration Science, Technology, Engineering & Math Automotive and Transportation Undecided Anticipated Career/Occupation: Post High School Plan please select one: 4-year College/University Community/Junior College Trade/Technical School Military Workforce The Four-Year Plan is to be reviewed and revised annually. The counselor and student should initial after each review. 9 th on Counselor: Student: 10 th on Counselor: Student: 11 th on Counselor: Student: Revised 1/14/14 15

20 SPECIFIC INSTRUCTIONS FOR STUDENTS WHO ENTERED 9 TH GRADE IN and English: 4 credits are required; English I, English II, English III and English IV. 2. Mathematics: 4 credits are required. Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II are required. The fourth credit may be chosen from the list of state-approved math courses. Students who took and received credit for high school math in middle school are still required to take a minimum of three credits of math in grades Please refer to the list of math courses in this catalog. If Math Models is chosen as a fourth math, it must be completed prior to Algebra II. 3. Science: 4 credits are required. Biology or Biology AP is required. Chemistry or Chemistry AP is required. Physics, Principles of Technology or Physics AP is required. A fourth science credit is required. The additional credit may be IPC if successfully completed prior to Chemistry and Physics. A student entering 9 th grade in may take Principles of Technology to satisfy the Physics requirement if Physics and Chemistry are taken instead of IPC. IPC and Principles of Technology cannot be used for the Distinguished Achievement Program. Please refer to the list of science courses in this catalog. 4. Social Studies: 4 credits are required. World Geography, World History, U.S. History, Government (.5 credit), and Economics (.5 credit) are required. 5. P. E. and P. E. substitutions: 1 credit is required. a. Healthy Lifestyles is required. This NEISD-required course awards.5 credit for Health Education and.5 credit for Foundations of Personal Fitness (P.E.). There are no substitutions or waivers for this course. All students entering 9 th grade in 2010, in 2011 and in 2012 must pass the Healthy Lifestyles course. b. The additional.5 credit necessary to fulfill the P.E. requirement may be earned by taking a P.E. course or by taking a P.E. substitution. c. No more than 4 substitutions may be earned through any combination of allowable substitutions. i. The substitution activities of athletics and private or commercially-sponsored physical activity programs may be awarded up to 4 P. E. credits toward graduation,.5 for the required physical education credit and 3.5 additional P. E. credits as electives. ii. The substitution activities of JROTC I, drill team, dance team, pep squad, cheerleading and marching band may be awarded one P.E. substitution credit toward graduation that may satisfy the remaining.5 credit of the physical education requirement. 6. Fine Arts: 1 credit is required. Students may choose from the following: Art, Music, Theater Arts or Dance. Journalism courses and Communication Applications do NOT fulfill the Fine Arts requirement. 7. Communication Applications (Speech):.5 credit is required. Students may also take Professional Communications to satisfy this requirement. 8. Health Education:.5 credit is required. The.5 requirement is satisfied by the NEISD-required Healthy Lifestyles course. There are no waivers or substitutions for this course. 9. Foreign Languages: 2 credits of the same Foreign Language are required. 3 credits of the same Foreign Language are required for the Distinguished Achievement Program (DAP). 10. Electives: Consult the course descriptions in this catalog to choose electives. The Recommended High School Program requires 5 credits. The Distinguished Achievement Program (DAP) requires 4 credits. 11. General Guidelines: a. Both the Recommended High School Program and the Distinguished Achievement Programs require a total of 26 credits. b. All Pre-AP, AP and G/T courses require an NEISD ADVANCED LEVEL COURSE AGREEMENT form. c. Course selections can be entered through parent portal but must be validated by the student s counselor. 16

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22 NEISD Students Entering 9 th Grade in the School Year Courses Minimum Recommended Distinguished English Language Arts 4 credits 4 credits 4 credits Mathematics 3 credits 4 credits 4 credits Science 2 credits* 4 credits 4 credits Social Studies 3 credits* 4 credits 4 credits Languages other than English None 2 credits 3 credits Physical Education 1 credit 1 credit 1 credit Health Education.5 credit.5 credit.5 credit Speech.5 credit.5 credit.5 credit Fine Arts 1 credit 1 credit 1 credit Electives 6 credits 5 credits 4 credits Academic Elective* (science or social studies) 1 credit None None Total Students who entered High School prior to may opt to complete the requirements of the new Foundation High School Program as permitted by House Bill (HB) 5, passed by the 83 rd Texas Legislature. Please see your counselor for specific requirements. Updated 1/14/14 18

23 NEISD Students Entering 9 th Grade in the School Year The default program for ALL NEISD students is the Recommended Program. Any student considering graduation on the Minimum Program must see a counselor. A waiver acknowledging understanding of the Texas Minimum Graduation Program must be signed. Courses Minimum Recommended Distinguished*** English Language Arts English I, II, III, and IV are required. Immigrant students with limited English proficiency may substitute English I SOL and English II SOL for English I and II only. English I, II, III, and IV are required. Immigrant students with limited English proficiency may substitute English I SOL and English II SOL for English I and II only (as specified by TEA). English I, II, III, and IV are required. Students with limited English proficiency may substitute English I SOL and English II SOL for English I and II only (as specified by TEA). Mathematics Three credits are required. The three credits must include Algebra I and Geometry. Four credits are required. Algebra I, Geometry and Algebra II are required courses. The fourth credit must be a stateapproved math credit. If Math Models is chosen as a fourth math, it must be completed prior to Algebra II. Four credits are required. Algebra I, Geometry and Algebra II are required courses. The fourth credit must be a state-approved math credit and must have an Algebra II prerequisite. Science **Two credits must consist of Biology and IPC. A student may substitute Chemistry or Physics for IPC and then must take the second of these two courses as the academic elective. A student entering 9 th grade in and beyond may take Principles of Technology to satisfy the Physics requirement if Physics and Chemistry are taken instead of IPC. Four credits are required: Biology or Biology AP; Chemistry or Chemistry AP; Physics, Principles of Technology or Physics AP. If IPC is chosen as a fourth science, it must be completed prior to Chemistry and Physics. Four credits are required. The four credits must include Biology, Chemistry and Physics. IPC and Principles of Technology will not count as the 4 th required science credit for the DAP. Social Studies **Three credits must consist of World History or World Geography, United States History, U.S. Government, and Economics (free enterprise). Four credits are required and must include World Geography, World History, U.S. History, U.S. Government, and Economics (free enterprise). Four credits are required and must include World Geography, World History, U.S. History, U.S. Government, and Economics (free enterprise). Languages other than English None Two credits of the same language are required. Exploratory Language and Culture courses do not meet the foreign language requirement. Three credits of the same language are required. Exploratory Language and Culture courses do not meet the foreign language requirement. Physical Education One credit is required. This may be earned through PE, Athletics, JROTC, Marching Band, Dance Team, Drill Team, Cheerleading, Pep Squad or an approved physical activity program conducted on or off campus. One credit is required. This may be earned through PE, Athletics, JROTC, Marching Band, Dance Team, Drill Team, Cheerleading, Pep Squad or an approved physical activity program conducted on or off campus. One credit is required. This may be earned through PE, Athletics, JROTC, Marching Band, Dance Team, Drill Team, Cheerleading, Pep Squad or an approved physical activity program conducted on or off campus. Health Education One-half credit is required. One-half credit is required. One-half credit is required. Speech One-half credit is required. One-half credit is required. One-half credit is required. Fine Arts One credit is required and may be selected from courses in the areas of art, music, theatre arts or dance. One credit is required and may be selected from courses in the areas of art, music, theatre arts or dance. One credit is required and may be selected from courses in the areas of art, music, theatre arts or dance. Electives Six credits are required. Five credits are required Four credits are required. Academic Elective** (science or social studies) One credit consisting of World History or World Geography, or an approved science course (see Science above). None None ***To graduate on the Distinguished Achievement Program, four advanced measures are required. These include national recognition on the PSAT (one measure maximum); original research/project (2 measures maximum); performance on AP exams or grades in college credit courses (4 measures maximum). For both the RHSP and the DAP, additional requirements for the STAAR EOC Eng III and Algebra II exams must be met. SEE YOUR COUNSELOR FOR SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS. Updated 1/14/14 19

24 NAME: (Print) Last First Middle Graduation Year Current Grade NORTH EAST ISD HIGH SCHOOL FOUR-YEAR PLAN for Students entering 9 th grade in 2013 NEISD GRADUATION PROGRAM: Recommended High School Program Distinguished Achievement Program (DAP) Students are encouraged to take the most rigorous course of study possible, including Pre-Advanced Placement and Advanced Placement courses. 9 th Grade Credit 10 th Grade Credit 11 th Grade Credit 12 th Grade Credit English I 1 English II English III English IV Math Math Math Math Science Science Science Science World Geography World History U.S. History Government and Economics Total Credits Total Credits Total Credits Total Credits Check off these requirements as you enter them on your plan: HEALTH (1/2 CREDIT) FOREIGN LANGUAGE (1 CREDIT) FOREIGN LANGUAGE (1 CREDIT) FINE ARTS (1 CREDIT) SPEECH (Communication Applications or Professional Communications) (1/2 CREDIT) PE OR SUBSTITUTION (1 CREDIT) ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR THE DAP FOREIGN LANGUAGE (1 CREDIT) Verify that all graduation requirements have been scheduled. Units of Credit: 1 semester class = ½ unit of credit each semester; 2 semesters or full-year classes = 1 unit of credit. Career Clusters (please select one) Agriculture Architecture, Construction & Manufacturing Arts, Communications & Information Technology Business, Marketing & Finance Health Science Hospitality, Education & Human Services Law, Government & Public Administration Science, Technology, Engineering & Math Automotive and Transportation Undecided Anticipated Career/Occupation: Post High School Plan please select one: 4-year College/University Community/Junior College Trade/Technical School Military Workforce The Four-Year Plan is to be reviewed and revised annually. The counselor and student should initial after each review. 9 th on Counselor: Student: 10 th on Counselor: Student: 11 th on Counselor: Student: Revised 1/1/14 20

25 SPECIFIC INSTRUCTIONS FOR STUDENTS WHO ENTERED 9 TH GRADE IN English: 4 credits are required; English I, English II, English III and English IV. 2. Mathematics: 4 credits are required. Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II are required. The fourth credit may be chosen from the list of state-approved math courses. Students who took and received credit for high school math in middle school are still required to take a minimum of three credits of math in grades Please refer to the list of math courses in this catalog. If Math Models is chosen as a fourth math, it must be completed prior to Algebra II. 3. Science: 4 credits are required. Biology or Biology AP is required. Chemistry or Chemistry AP is required. Physics, Principles of Technology or Physics AP is required. A fourth science credit is required. The additional credit may be IPC if successfully completed prior to Chemistry and Physics. A student entering 9 th grade in and beyond may take Principles of Technology to satisfy the Physics requirement if Physics and Chemistry are taken instead of IPC. IPC and Principles of Technology cannot be used for the Distinguished Achievement Program. Please refer to the list of science courses in this catalog. 4. Social Studies: 4 credits are required. World Geography, World History, U.S. History, Government (.5 credit), and Economics (.5 credit) are required. 5. P. E. and P. E. substitutions: 1 credit is required. a. The 1.0 credit necessary to fulfill the P.E. requirement may be earned by taking a P.E. course or by taking a P.E. substitution. b. No more than 4 substitutions may be earned through any combination of allowable substitutions. i. The substitution activities of athletics and private or commercially-sponsored physical activity programs may be awarded up to 4 P. E. credits toward graduation. ii. The substitution activities of JROTC I, drill team, dance team, pep squad, cheerleading and marching band may be awarded one P.E. substitution credit toward graduation. 6. Fine Arts: 1 credit is required. Students may choose from the following: Art, Music, Theater Arts or Dance. Journalism courses and Communication Applications do NOT fulfill the Fine Arts requirement. 7. Communication Applications (Speech):.5 credit is required. Students may also take Professional Communications to satisfy this requirement. 8. Health Education:.5 credit is required. 9. Foreign Languages: 2 credits of the same Foreign Language are required. 3 credits of the same Foreign Language are required for the Distinguished Achievement Program (DAP). 10. Electives: Consult the course descriptions in this catalog to choose electives. The Recommended High School Program requires 5 credits. The Distinguished Achievement Program (DAP) requires 4 credits. 11. General Guidelines: a. Both the Recommended High School Program and the Distinguished Achievement Programs require a total of 26 credits. b. All Pre-AP, AP and G/T courses require an NEISD ADVANCED LEVEL COURSE AGREEMENT form. c. Course selections can be entered through parent portal but must be validated by the student s counselor. 21

26 Options for Fourth Year of Math and Science For Students Who Entered High School in Confirmed for Math: R: D: Confirmed for Science: R: D: Algebra II (after taking Math Models) X AP Biology X X AP Computer Science (CTE) X AP Chemistry X X Mathematical Applications in Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources (if taken before Algebra II) (CTE) X AP Environmental Science X X Engineering Mathematics (CTE) X X AP Physics B X X Statistics and Risk Management (CTE) X AP Physics C (calculus-based) X X Advanced Quantitative Reasoning X X Environmental Systems X X Precalculus X X Earth & Space Science X X AP Calculus AB X X Aquatic Science X X AP Calculus BC X X Astronomy X X AP Statistics X X Anatomy & Physiology (CTE) X X College Algebra X X Advanced Animal Science (CTE) X X Independent Study* X X Advanced Plant and Soil Science (CTE) X X Engineering Design & Problem Solving X X Scientific Research and Design (CTE) X X Principles of Technology (CTE) X Medical Microbiology (CTE -.5 credit) X X Pathophysiology (CTE -.5 credit) X X Advanced Biotechnology (CTE) X X Food Science (CTE) X X Forensic Science (CTE) X X R Recommended Graduation Program D Distinguished Achievement Program CTE Career and Technical Education * Independent Study courses include linear algebra, differential equations, number theory, discrete math and history of math 22

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28 NEISD Students Entering 9 th Grade in the School Year & Thereafter The prescribed program for ALL NEISD students is the Distinguished Level of Achievement. Any student considering graduation on the Foundation High School Program without earning an endorsement must see a counselor. Written parent/guardian permission on an official TEA form is required. Courses Foundation High School Program Foundation High School Program with Endorsements Foundation High School Program with Distinguished Level of Achievement (requires completion of at least one Endorsement) English Language Arts Mathematics Science Social Studies Languages other than English 4 credits 3 credits 3 credits 3 credits 2 credits 4 credits * 4 credits * 4 credits * 4 credits * (Algebra II required) 4 credits * 4 credits * 3 credits * 3 credits * 2 credits * 2 credits * Physical Education 1 credit 1 credit 1 credit Health Education.5 credit.5 credit.5 credit Fine Arts 1 credit 1 credit * 1 credit * Electives 4.5 credits 6.5 credits 6.5 credits Total *Students will choose one of five endorsement options: Multidisciplinary Studies, STEM, Business and Industry, Public Services, or Arts and Humanities. Each endorsement requires specific courses. Additional credits may be required depending upon the specific endorsement you choose. Please see your counselor for more details. Students may also earn a Performance Acknowledgement through Dual Credit, Bilingualism/Biliteracy, Languages Other Than English, Advanced Placement, PSAT/SAT/ACT, or a Business Certification or License. Updated 2/27/14 24

29 NEISD Students Entering 9 th Grade in the School Year & Thereafter The prescribed program for ALL NEISD students is the Distinguished Level of Achievement. Any student considering graduation on the Foundation High School Program without earning an endorsement must see a counselor. Written parent/guardian permission on an official TEA form is required. Courses Foundation High School Program Foundation High School Program with Endorsement Foundation High School Program with Distinguished Level of Achievement (requires completion of at least one Endorsement) English Language Arts Four credits are required. English I, II, III, and an Advanced English Course are required. Immigrant students with limited English proficiency may substitute English I SOL and English II SOL for English I and II only. Four credits are required. English I, II, III, and an Advanced English Course are required. Immigrant students with limited English proficiency may substitute English I SOL and English II SOL for English I and II only. * Four credits are required. English I, II, III, and an Advanced English Course are required. Immigrant students with limited English proficiency may substitute English I SOL and English II SOL for English I and II only. * Mathematics Three credits are required. Algebra I and Geometry are required courses. The remaining credit is an Advanced Math. Four credits are required. Algebra I and Geometry are required courses. The remaining two credits must be Advanced Math courses. * Four credits are required. Algebra I, Geometry, and Algebra II are required courses. The remaining credit must be an Advanced Math course. * Science Three credits are required. One credit must be Biology. One credit must be either IPC, Chemistry, or Physics. One credit must be an Advanced Science. Four credits are required. One credit must be Biology. One credit must be either IPC, Chemistry, or Physics. The remaining two credits must be Advanced Science courses. * Four credits are required. One credit must be Biology. One credit must be either IPC, Chemistry, or Physics. The remaining two credits must be Advanced Science courses. * Social Studies Three credits are required. World Geography or World History is required. U.S. History, U.S. Government, and Economics (free enterprise) are required. Three credits are required. World Geography or World History is required. U.S. History, U.S. Government, and Economics (free enterprise) are required. * Three credits are required. World Geography or World History is required. U.S. History, U.S. Government, and Economics (free enterprise) are required. * Languages other than English Two credits of the same language OR two credits in computer programming languages are required. Some exceptions exist see your counselor for more information. Two credits of the same language OR two credits in computer programming languages are required. Some exceptions exist see your counselor for more information. * Two credits of the same language OR two credits in computer programming languages are required. Some exceptions exist see your counselor for more information. * Physical Education One credit is required. This credit may be earned through PE or an approved PE substitution. One credit is required. This credit may be earned through PE or an approved PE substitution. One credit is required. This credit may be earned through PE or an approved PE substitution. Health Education One-half credit is required. One-half credit is required. One-half credit is required. Fine Arts One credit is required and may be selected from courses in the areas of Art, Dance, Music, Theatre, Floral Design, Digital Art and Animations, and 3-D Modeling and Animations. One credit is required and may be selected from courses in the areas of Art, Dance, Music, Theatre, Floral Design, Digital Art and Animations, and 3-D Modeling and Animations. * One credit is required and may be selected from courses in the areas of Art, Dance, Music, Theatre, Floral Design, Digital Art and Animations, and 3-D Modeling and Animations. * Electives Four and one-half credits are required. Six and one-half credits are required. Six and one-half credits are required. *Students will choose one of five endorsement options: Multidisciplinary Studies, STEM, Business and Industry, Public Services, or Arts and Humanities. Each endorsement requires specific courses. Additional credits may be required depending upon the specific endorsement you choose. Please see your counselor for more details. Students may also earn a Performance Acknowledgement through Dual Credit, Bilingualism/Biliteracy, Languages Other Than English, Advanced Placement, PSAT/SAT/ACT, or a Business Certification or License. Updated 2/27/14 25

30 NAME: (Print) Last First MI Student ID # Year Entered HS Current Grade NORTH EAST ISD HIGH SCHOOL FOUR YEAR PLAN for Students Entering 9th Grade in 2014 and beyond FOUNDATION HIGH SCHOOL PROGRAM WITH ENDORSEMENTS AND DISTINGUISHED LEVEL OF ACHIEVEMENT Endorsement/Program of Study: My Post-High School Plans Multidisciplinary Studies include: STEM Technical training Business & Industry Two-year college Public Services Four-year college Arts & Humanities Military Employment Other Course Title HS CREDITS EARNED PRIOR TO ENTERING GRADE 9: Credit Course Title Credit Credit Requirements--26 total English Lang. Arts: 4 Physical Educ: 1 Mathematics: 4 Languages Other Science: 4 Than English(LOTE) 2 Social Studies: 3 Fine Arts: 1 Health: 0.5 Electives: 6.5 SAMPLE 9TH GRADE Credit 10TH GRADE Credit 11TH GRADE Credit 12TH GRADE Credit English I (EOC) 1.0 English II (EOC) 1.0 English III 1.0 Advanced English 1.0 Alg I(EOC) or Geometry 1.0 Geom or MathM oralgii* 1.0 MathM or Alg II*or AdvM 1.0 Advanced Math 1.0 Biology (EOC) 1.0 IPC or Chem or Physics 1.0 Advanced Science 1.0 Advanced Science 1.0 WGeog or WHist 1.0 Soc. Stds. or Elective 1.0 US History (EOC) 1.0 Gov/Eco 1.0 LOTE I or higher 1.0 LOTE II or higher 1.0 Elective 1.0 Elective 1.0 PE/PESub/Health/FineArts 1.0 PE/PESub/Health/FineArts 1.0 EndrsmtCourse/Elective 1.0 EndrsmtCourse/Elective 1.0 EndrsmtCourse/Elective 1.0 EndrsmtCourse/Elective 1.0 EndrsmtCourse/Elective 1.0 EndrsmtCourse/Elective 1.0 EOC--End Of Course Assessment is required * Course is required for the Distinguished Level of Achievement This chart reflects a recommended sequence of course work. Some subjects have flexibility in sequencing. Your counselor can provide more information. Student Signature Parent/Guardian Signature Date revised on 02/21/14 26

31 NAME: (Print) Last First MI Student ID # Year Entered HS Current Grade NORTH EAST ISD HIGH SCHOOL FOUR YEAR PLAN for Students Entering 9th Grade in 2014 and beyond FOUNDATION HIGH SCHOOL PROGRAM WITH ENDORSEMENTS AND DISTINGUISHED LEVEL OF ACHIEVEMENT Endorsement/Program of Study: My Post-High School Plans Credit Requirements--26 total Multidisciplinary Studies include: English Lang. Arts: 4 Physical Educ: 1 STEM Technical training Mathematics: 4 Languages Other Business & Industry Two-year college Science: 4 Than English(LOTE) 2 Public Services Four-year college Social Studies: 3 Fine Arts: 1 Arts & Humanities Military Employment Other Health: Electives: HS CREDITS EARNED PRIOR TO ENTERING GRADE 9: Course Title Credit Course Title Credit STUDENT: FILL IN THE BLANKS 9TH GRADE Credit 10TH GRADE Credit 11TH GRADE Credit 12TH GRADE Credit English I (EOC) 1.0 English II (EOC) 1.0 English III Alg I(EOC) or Geometry Biology (EOC) WGeog or WHist US History (EOC) EOC--End Of Course Assessment is required * Course is required for the Distinguished Level of Achievement This chart reflects a recommended sequence of course work. Some subjects have flexibility in sequencing. Your counselor can provide more information. Student Signature Parent/Guardian Signature Date revised on 02/21/14 27

32 Promotion Standards for Students Entering 9 th Grade Based on 26 credits required for graduation Classification Credits Minimum Credit Requirements Freshman Sophomore Junior Senior 19 Promotion from 8 th grade Or the student is able to enroll in all courses needed to graduate at the end of the current school year. NEISD RANK IN CLASS POLICY FOR STUDENTS ENTERING 9 TH GRADE IN FALL 2007 AND BEYOND RANK IN CLASS Required graduation courses, up to a maximum of 26 credits, taken in grades 9-12 through the end of the seventh semester will be used to calculate class rank. This will include credits for elective courses required for the Recommended High School Program (RHSP) regardless of what graduation program is pursued. Elective courses that produce the highest weighted grade will be used to calculate rank. Class rank will be based upon a weighted grade average (WGA). Weighted grade averages (WGA) are determined by multiplying each semester grade of a ranked course by a rank factor and computing an average. The rank factor recognizes differences in level of difficulty between Advanced Placement, Pre-Advanced Placement, Regular and Content Modified coursework. Course Level Rank Factor Advanced Placement (AP), GT/AP, and Dual Credit AP 1.29 Pre-Advanced Placement, Honors, G/T non-ap, and Dual Credit non-ap 1.15 Regular 1.00 Content Modified.90 The weighted grade average (WGA) determines the rank in class. The student earning the highest WGA is ranked number one and all others take the following positions in increasing numeric order. Ties in rank will be broken using the most courses taken given a weight of 1.15 and/or Preliminary unofficial class standing reports will be issued to students following the second and fourth semesters of high school. Official class standing will be issued to students following the sixth and seventh semesters of high school. Class rank is determined using a weighted system that supports academic achievement and rigor. Students are designated within a range of their high school class as follows: top five percent, top ten percent, top fifteen percent, top twenty percent, first quarter, second quarter, third quarter and fourth quarter. The position of each student is reported as number ( ) out of ( ) students in graduating class. 28

33 Correspondence Courses: o For students who entered high school in and prior, correspondence courses do not count for class rank. o For students who entered high school in and thereafter, correspondence courses do count for class rank. Summer school courses will count for class rank, including high school credits earned in the summer after grade eight. Courses that do not count for class rank include those that are taken: more than once for pass/fail credit through credit by exam in middle school with an ARD exemption for which no credit is available during summer foreign study in evening school second semester of the final year OVERALL WEIGHTED GRADE AVERAGE / HONOR GRADUATES Students achieving high standards of academic excellence shall be recognized at the graduation ceremony as honor graduates based on the following criteria: o Completion of the RHSP or the Distinguished Achievement Program (DAP); o Accumulation of a minimum of 52 semester classes of coursework by the time of graduation; and o Overall weighted grade average (WGA) for all courses taken in high school through the end of the seventh semester is greater than or equal to 90. The rank factor listed above is used to determine the overall weighted grade average. Honor graduates meeting the criteria specified above shall be designated as follows: Honor Graduate Designations Cumulative Grade Average Summa Cum Laude 100+ Magna Cum Laude Cum Laude

34 FOR ALL STUDENTS: STEPS TO COMPLETE THE COURSE SELECTION CARD 1. Review the graduation requirements, promotion policy and class rank information, and your four-year plan. 2. Use pencil only to complete your Course Selection Card except for teachers signatures. 3. PRINT the identifying information in the blanks provided on the Course Selection Card. Mark the course numbers on the Course Selection Card as instructed by your counselor. 4. In the Schedule Summary blanks, list the courses you plan to take IN THE ORDER GIVEN ON THE COURSE SELECTION CARD; for example: English, math, science, social studies, electives and P.E. or Career and Technical. List electives in order of preference. This listing does not determine the order or semester in which courses will be scheduled. 5. Make sure you have listed 14 semesters (7 classes) of courses in the Schedule Summary. It is not necessary that you write a full-year course two times. If a course is a full-year course, list it in the first column with a line through the second semester. Then list the single semester courses needed to complete 14 semesters. (Your order of courses next year will most likely look different from what you list.) For Example: Course # First Semester Course # Second Semester 1743 Newspaper Production Business Law 5807 Communication Applications List ALTERNATE choices for electives in order of preference in the spaces provided in the Schedule Summary. THIS IS IMPORTANT IN CASE THERE ARE CONFLICTS IN COURSE SELECTIONS OR IN CASE A COURSE DOES NOT MAKE DUE TO SMALL NUMBERS ENROLLING. In the absence of an alternate elective, the counselor will make the choice. Graduating Seniors: if Senior Early Release is selected, approval for Senior Early Release may not be given until STAAR EOC or TAKS Exit Results are received in late spring. 6. Write course numbers on the Course Selection Card in PENCIL ONLY. Course numbers selected should be the next course in sequence in academic areas. 7. If you plan to attend summer school, fill in the appropriate blanks on the Course Selection Card. Consult your counselor any time summer school plans are changed. Indicate the next course in sequence on your Course Selection Card for next year as if you will pass the course you take in summer school. If the next course in sequence after the course you plan to take in summer school requires the NEISD ADVANCED LEVEL COURSE AGREEMENT Form, you will need to complete the form. You must sign up for the next course in sequence now; if you wait until August after summer school is over, the course you need may be full. 8. If you are not presently enrolled with a teacher who can sign the Course Selection Card or accept the NEISD ADVANCED LEVEL COURSE AGREEMENT Form for a noted course, you should see your previous year s teacher or the department chairman. Refer to individual campus policy for this procedure. 9. When the Course Selection Card is completed, the parent s and the student's signatures are required. 30

35 SENIOR EARLY RELEASE CLASS GUIDELINES AND PROCEDURES FOR STUDENTS Course #s: 7911 (per 1), 7916 (per 6), 7917 (per 7) and 7918 (per 8) The periods assigned will depend on the availability of the other courses the student is taking. This course requires submission of a completed application and requires counselor approval. Students will be notified if they are approved or if they are disapproved for the program. Students may be released up to three (3) periods and must be in class for second period. Students may apply for Early Release for only one semester if graduation requirements or UIL eligibility warrant it. Students and parents should be aware that Senior Early Release classes do not award credit or count in class rank. The student must: be officially classified as a twelfth grader for the next school year, be able to complete remaining required credits during the school day in order to graduate on time, have passed all STAAR EOC or Exit Level TAKS tests, not have more than one early release period if involved in any UIL activity, not be enrolled in a Career Technical Co-Op/Work program, have no NC s for the second semester of the junior year, attend all scheduled classes, not be on any NEISD campus during the early release period(s) without written permission, and provide his/her own transportation (NEISD transportation will not be provided for students electing to participate in the Senior Early Release program), and complete and submit the application with the Course Selection Card. Applications will be available in the Counseling Office. 31

36 NEISD COURSE DESCRIPTIONS The following section provides general descriptions for high school courses offered in the North East Independent School District. For each course, you will find: Course Title Course Description NEISD Course Number Credit indicates the maximum number of credits earned when the course is successfully completed Term indicates if the course is available for the full year or for only semester 1 or semester 2 Grade Placement is the recommendation that offers the greatest possibility for student success. Grade placement refers to a student s cohort, which is the group of students who entered the ninth grade in the same year. Students within the same cohort will all follow the same rules regarding allowable course choices and course sequencing Prerequisites reflect both local and state requirements as well as local and state recommendations Special Notes indicate additional information about the course Course offerings and course sequences for magnet programs are unique and may differ from those offered at traditional high schools. Please contact your home campus Counseling Office for the individual Course Selection Card/Student Choice Slip. 32

37 ATHLETICS-PHYSICAL EDUCATION EQUIVALENT COURSE NUMBERS Athletics Credit: 1.0 Grade Placement: 9-12 Participation in specific athletic programs as follows: SPORT COURSE # S Football 7301, 7302, 7303, 7304 Basketball Boys 7311, 7312, 7313, 7314 Basketball Girls 7315, 7316, 7317, 7318 Baseball 7322, 7323, 7324, 7325 Cross Country 7327, 7328, 7329, 7330 Track Boys 7331, 7332, 7333, 7334 Track Girls 7335, 7336, 7337, 7338 Tennis 7341, 7342, 7343, 7344 Wrestling 7279, 7280, 7281, 7282 Golf 7351, 7352, 7353, 7354 Swimming 7361, 7362, 7363, 7364 Diving 7365, 7366, 7367, 7368 Volleyball 7371, 7372, 7373, 7374 Soccer Boys 7390, 7391, 7392, 7393 Soccer Girls 7394, 7395, 7396, 7397 Softball 7310, 7319, 7320, 7321 No more than four substitutions may be earned through any combination of allowable substitutions. PHYSICAL EDUCATION SUBSTITUTION COURSES: Athletics Marching Band ROTC Dance Team Drill Team Pep Squad Cheerleading Private or Commercially-Sponsored Physical Activity 33

38 Career & Technical Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources Cluster ADVANCED ANIMAL SCIENCE Students acquire knowledge and skills related to animal systems, and develop knowledge and skills regarding career opportunities, entry requirements and industry standards. This course examines the interrelatedness of human, scientific, and technological dimensions of livestock production. Instruction is designed to allow for the application of scientific and technological aspects of animal science through field and laboratory experiences. Student must pass safety test with 100% mastery. Course # 8269 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 12 Biology and Chemistry This course to be taken after successful completion of Biology and Chemistry and either after or concurrently with Physics in both Recommended and Distinguished Graduation Plans. This course does not count for science credit under the Minimum Graduation Plan. ADVANCED ENVIRONMENTAL TECHNOLOGY Students acquire advanced technical knowledge and skills related to environmental service systems and the workplace, and develop knowledge and skills regarding career opportunities, entry requirements and industry expectations. This course examines the interrelatedness of environmental issues and production agriculture. Students evaluate sustainable resources and green technologies which will provide environmental benefits. Instruction is designed to allow for the application of science and technology to measure environmental impacts resulting from production agriculture through field and laboratory experiences. Student must pass safety test with 100% mastery. Course # 8286 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: State Recommended: A minimum of one credit from the courses in the Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources Cluster ADVANCED PLANT AND SOIL SCIENCE Students explore how plant and soil science has influenced a vast body of knowledge, realizing that there are still applications to be discovered, and that plant and soil science is the basis for many other fields of science. Investigations, laboratory practices and field exercises will be used to develop an understanding of current plant and soil science. This course is designed to prepare students for careers in the food and fiber industry. Students will learn, reinforce, apply and transfer their knowledge in a scientific setting. Student must pass safety test with 100% mastery. Course # 8277 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: Biology and Chemistry This course to be taken after successful completion of Biology and Chemistry and either after or concurrently with Physics in both Recommended and Distinguished Graduation Plans. This course does not count for science credit under the Minimum Graduation Plan. This course may count as an Advanced Science on Foundation and Endorsement Graduation Plans. AGRIBUSINESS MANAGEMENT AND MARKETING Students acquire technical knowledge and skills related to agribusiness marketing and management and the workplace and develop knowledge and skills regarding career opportunities, entry requirements and industry expectations. This course is designed to provide a foundation to agribusiness management and the free enterprise system. Instruction includes the use of economic principles such as supply and demand, budgeting, recordkeeping, finance, risk management, business law, marketing and careers in agribusiness. Course # 8280 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement:

39 AGRICULTURAL FACILITIES DESIGN AND FABRICATION Students attain knowledge and skills related to agricultural facilities design and fabrication. Students explore career opportunities, entry requirements and industry expectations. To prepare for careers in mechanized agriculture and technical systems, students reinforce, apply and transfer their academic knowledge and technical skills in a variety of settings. Student must pass safety test with 100% mastery. Course # 8282 Credit: 2.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: NCCER Construction certification may be offered. AGRICULTURE MECHANICS AND METAL TECHNOLOGIES Students attain academic skills and knowledge; acquire technical knowledge and skills related to power, structural and technical agricultural systems and the industry; and develop knowledge and skills regarding career opportunities, entry requirements, industry certifications and industry expectations. This course is designed to develop an understanding of agricultural mechanics as it relates to safety and skills in tool operation, electrical wiring, plumbing, carpentry, fencing, concrete and metal working techniques. Student must pass safety test with 100% mastery. Course # 8283 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: NCCER Welding I Certification may be offered. AGRICULTURE POWER SYSTEMS Students acquire technical knowledge and skills related to power, structural and technical agricultural systems and the workplace, and develop knowledge and skills regarding career opportunities, entry requirements, industry certifications and industry expectations. This course is designed to develop an understanding of power and control systems as related to energy sources, small and large power systems and agricultural machinery. Student must pass safety test with 100% mastery. Course # 8284 Credit: 2.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: Small engine certification may be offered. OSHA Certification exam may be offered. ENERGY AND NATURAL RESOURCES TECHNOLOGY Students acquire technical knowledge and skills related to energy and natural resources and the workplace, and develop knowledge and skills regarding career opportunities, entry requirements and industry expectations. This course is designed to explore the interdependency of the public and natural resource systems related to energy production. In addition, renewable, sustainable and environmentally friendly practices will be explored. Student must pass safety test with 100% mastery. Course # 8285 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: EQUINE SCIENCE Students acquire knowledge and skills related to animal systems and develop knowledge and skills regarding career opportunities, entry requirements and industry expectations. Suggested animals which may be included in the course of study include, but are not limited to, horses, donkeys and mules. Students must pass safety test with 100% mastery. Course # 8266 Credit: 0.5 Term: Semester Grade Placement:

40 FOOD PROCESSING Students acquire technical knowledge and skills related to natural resources and the workplace and develop knowledge and skills regarding career opportunities, entry requirements and industry expectations. This course focuses on the food processing industry with special emphasis on the handling, processing and marketing of food products. Student must pass safety test with 100% mastery. Course # 8268 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: Food Safe Certification exam may be offered. FOOD TECHNOLOGY AND SAFETY Students acquire technical knowledge and skills related to value-added and food processing and the workplace and develop knowledge and skills regarding career opportunities, entry requirements and industry expectations. This course examines the food technology industry as it relates to food production, handling and safety. Student must pass safety test with 100% mastery. Course # 8262 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: HORTICULTURAL SCIENCE Students attain academic skills and knowledge, acquire technical knowledge and skills related to horticulture and the workplace and develop knowledge and skills regarding career opportunities, entry requirements and industry expectations. This course is designed to develop an understanding of common horticultural management practices as they relate to food and ornamental plant production. Student must pass safety test with 100% mastery. Course # 8275 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: Texas Master Gardner certification exam may be offered. LANDSCAPE DESIGN AND TURFGRASS MANAGEMENT Students attain academic skills and knowledge, acquire technical knowledge and skills related to horticultural systems and the workplace and develop knowledge and skills regarding career opportunities, entry requirements and industry expectations. This course is designed to develop an understanding of landscape and turf grass management techniques and practices. Student must pass safety test with 100% mastery. Course # 8276 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: LIVESTOCK PRODUCTION Students will acquire knowledge and skills related to animal systems and the workplace and develop knowledge and skills regarding career opportunities, entry requirements and industry expectations. Animal species to be addressed in this course may include, but are not limited to, beef cattle, dairy cattle, swine, sheep, goats and poultry. Student must pass safety test with 100% mastery. Course # 8265 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement:

41 MATHEMATICAL APPLICATIONS IN AGRICULTURE, FOOD AND NATURAL RESOURCES Students acquire technical knowledge in the discipline as well as apply academic skills in mathematics. Students should apply knowledge and skills related to mathematics, including algebra, geometry and data analysis in the context of agriculture, food and natural resources. Course # 8281 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 11 See Special Notes This course to be taken after successful completion of Algebra I, Geometry and either after or concurrently with Algebra II in both Recommended and Disinguished Graduation Plans. This course may be selected for a third credit of math in the Minimum Graduation Plan. PRACTICUM IN AGRICULTURE, FOOD AND NATURAL RESOURCES The practicum course is a paid or unpaid capstone experience for students participating in a coherent sequence of career and technical education courses in the Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources cluster. The practicum is designed to give students supervised practical application of knowledge and skills. Practicum experiences can occur in a variety of locations appropriate to the nature and level of experiences such as employment, independent study, internships, assistantships, mentorships or laboratories. Student must pass safety test with 100% mastery. Course # 8287 Credit: 2.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: Students must be 16 years old to participate in this course. PRACTICUM IN AGRICULTURE, FOOD AND NATURAL RESOURCES II The practicum course is a paid or unpaid capstone experience for students participating in a coherent sequence of career and technical education courses in the Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources cluster. The practicum is designed to give students supervised practical application of knowledge and skills. Practicum experiences can occur in a variety of locations appropriate to the nature and level of experiences such as employment, independent study, internships, assistantships, mentorships or laboratories. Students must pass safety test for 100% mastery. Course # 8387 Credit: 2.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: None Students must be 16 years old to participate in this course. PRINCIPLES AND ELEMENTS OF FLORAL DESIGN Students attain academic skills and knowledge as well as technical knowledge and skills related to horticultural systems and develop knowledge and skills regarding career opportunities, entry requirements and industry expectations. This course is designed to develop students' ability to identify and demonstrate the principles and techniques related to floral design as well as develop an understanding of the management of floral enterprises. Student must pass safety test with 100% mastery. Course # 8278 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: This course may be substituted for the Fine Arts credit requirement. Texas Master Florist certification exam may be offered. 37

42 PRINCIPLES OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD AND NATURAL RESOURCES This course allows students to develop knowledge and skills regarding career opportunities, personal development, globalization, industry standards, details, practices and expectations. To prepare for success, students need to have opportunities to learn, reinforce, experience, apply and transfer their knowledge and skills in a variety of settings. Student must pass safety test with 100% mastery. Course # 8261 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 9-10 PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS IN AGRIBUSINESS Students acquire technical knowledge and skills related to leadership development and the workplace and develop knowledge and skills regarding agricultural career opportunities, entry requirements and industry expectations. This course primarily focuses on leadership, communication, employer-employee relations and problem solving as they relate to agribusiness. Course # 8279 Credit: 0.5 Term: Semester Grade Placement: SMALL ANIMAL MANAGEMENT Students acquire knowledge and skills related to animal systems and develop knowledge and skills regarding career opportunities, entry requirements and industry expectations. Suggested small animals which may be included in the course of study include, but are not limited to, small mammals, amphibians, reptiles, avian, dogs and cats. Student must pass safety test with 100% mastery. Course # 8264 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: VETERINARY MEDICAL APPLICATIONS Students acquire technical knowledge and skills related to animal systems and the workplace and develop knowledge and skills regarding career opportunities, entry requirements and industry expectations. Topics covered in this course include, but are not limited to, veterinary practices as they relate to both large and small animal species. Student must pass safety test with 100% mastery. Course # 8267 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: WILDLIFE, FISHERIES AND ECOLOGY MANAGEMENT Students acquire technical knowledge and skills related to natural resources and develop knowledge and skills regarding career opportunities, entry requirements and industry expectations. This course examines the management of game and non-game wildlife species, fish and aquacrops and their ecological needs as related to current agricultural practices. Student must pass safety test with 100% mastery. Course # 8263 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: Texas Hunter Education Certification and/or Texas Boater Education Certification exam may be offered. 38

43 AEROSPACE ACADEMY I Alamo Academies First year instruction is designed to provide job-specific training for entry-level employment in the highly technical career field of aircraft mechanic. First-year instruction includes aircraft electrical and electronic systems, service and repair of hydraulic systems, engines, airframes, and rigging. Course # 8116 Credit: 2.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 11 Students must apply and be accepted to the Alamo Academies program. For more information on the requirements for this program please go to This class is taught at an academy location designated by Alamo Colleges. AEROSPACE ACADEMY II Second-year instruction enhances job-specific training for employment as an aircraft mechanic. Course # 8117 Credit: 3.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 12 Students must apply and be accepted to the Alamo Academies program. For more information on the requirements for this program please go to This class is taught at an academy location designated by Alamo Colleges. HEALTH PROFESSION ACADEMY I First year of instruction in the Alamo Academies in the Health Professions Academy offers a comprehensive variety of Healthcare Provider Courses for the individual seeking a career in the health professions. Students who enroll in the HPA and successfully complete the two-year program of studies will automatically be accepted into SAC s AAS in Nursing program to complete the remaining 41 credit hours towards their AAS in Nursing. Course # 8347 Credit: 2.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 11 Students must apply and be accepted to the Alamo Academies program. For more information on the requirements for this program please go to INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY & SECURITY ACADEMY I This course includes three major areas of IT: networking, computer architecture and web development. The students spend approximately 9 weeks in each of the areas with an interdisciplinary project that would be worked on throughout the school year. The student will perform such tasks as being able to develop and build a network system. The students will also develop an understanding of computer architecture with skills in developing and troubleshooting a pc system. Course # 6702 Credit: 3.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 11 Students must apply and be accepted to the Alamo Academies program. For more information on the requirements for this program please go to This class is taught at an academy location designated by Alamo Colleges. INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY & SECURITY ACADEMY II This course includes three major areas of IT: networking, computer architecture and web development. The students spend approximately 9 weeks in each of the areas with an interdisciplinary project that would be worked on throughout the school year. The student will perform such tasks as being able to develop and build a network system. The students will also develop an understanding of computer architecture with skills in developing and troubleshooting a pc system. Course # 6704 Credit: 3.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 12 Students must apply and be accepted to the Alamo Academies program. For more information on the requirements for this program please go to This class is taught at an academy location designated by Alamo Colleges. 39

44 MANUFACTURING TECHNOLOGY I Manufacturing Technology provides the knowledge, skills, and technologies required for employment in metal technology systems. This course may also address a variety of materials in addition to metal such as plastic, ceramics, and wood. Students develop knowledge of the concepts and skills related to these systems and apply them to personal and career development. Course # 8177 Credit: 3.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 11 Students must apply and be accepted to the Alamo Academies program. For more information on the requirements for this program please go to This class is taught at an academy location designated by Alamo Colleges. MANUFACTURING TECHNOLOGY II This course is designed to enhance the technical knowledge and skills learned in Manufacturing Technology I by allowing students the opportunity to explore career preparation that has resulted from the rapid advances in technology and career demands in high-wage opportunities. Manufacturing II provides the knowledge, skills, and technologies required for employment in a globally competitive manufacturing environment. This course may also address a variety of materials in addition to metal such as plastic, ceramics, and wood. Course # 8178 Credit: 3.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 12 Students must apply and be accepted to the Alamo Academies program. For more information on the requirements for this program please go to This class is taught at an academy location designated by Alamo Colleges. Architecture & Construction Cluster ADVANCED ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN Students gain advanced knowledge and skills specific to those needed to enter a career in architecture and construction or prepare a foundation toward a postsecondary degree in architecture, construction science, drafting, interior design and landscape architecture. The course includes the advanced knowledge of the design, design history, techniques and tools related to the production of drawings, renderings and scaled models for commercial or residential architectural purposes. Student must pass safety test with 100% mastery. Course # 8246 Credit: 2.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: State Recommended: Principles of Architecture and Construction and Architectural Design or Advanced Interior Design ADVANCED CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT Students gain knowledge and skills specific to those needed to enter the workforce as carpenters or building maintenance supervisors or build a foundation toward a postsecondary degree in architecture, construction science, drafting or engineering. This course includes the knowledge of the design, techniques and tools related to the management of architectural and engineering projects. Student must pass safety test with 100% mastery. Course # 8240 Credit: 2.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: Construction Management 40

45 ADVANCED CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY Students gain knowledge and skills specific to those needed to enter the workforce as carpenters or building maintenance supervisors or build a foundation toward a postsecondary degree in architecture, construction science, drafting or engineering. This course includes the knowledge of the design, techniques and tools related to the management of architectural and engineering projects. Students build on the knowledge base from Construction Technology and are introduced to exterior and interior finish-out skills. Student must pass safety test with 100% mastery. Course # 8244 Credit: 2.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: State Recommended: Principles of Architecture and Construction and Construction Technology ADVANCED INTERIOR DESIGN This is a technical laboratory course that includes the knowledge of the employability characteristics, principles, processes, technologies, communication, tools, equipment and materials related to interior spatial design. Student must pass safety test with 100% mastery. Course # 8045 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: State Recommended: Geometry, Principles of Architecture and Construction, Interior Design, Architectural Design, or Advanced Architectural Design ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN Students gain knowledge and skills specific to those needed to enter a career in architecture and construction or prepare a foundation toward a postsecondary degree in architecture, construction science, drafting, interior design and landscape architecture. This course includes the knowledge of the design, design history, techniques and tools related to the production of drawings, renderings and scaled models for commercial or residential architectural purposes. Student must pass safety test with 100% mastery. Course # 8245 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: State Recommended: Algebra I, Geometry, and Principles of Architecture and Construction CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT Students gain knowledge and skills specific to those needed to enter the work force as carpenters or building maintenance supervisors or build a foundation toward a postsecondary degree in architecture, construction science, drafting or engineering. This course includes the knowledge of the design techniques and tools related to the management of architectural and engineering projects. Student must pass safety test with 100% mastery. Course # 8239 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: State Recommended: Algebra I, Geometry, and Principles of Architecture and Construction CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY Students gain knowledge and skills specific to those needed to enter the work force as carpenters or building maintenance supervisors or prepare for a postsecondary degree in construction management, architecture or engineering. Students acquire knowledge and skills in safety, tool usage, building materials, codes and framing. Student must pass safety test with 100% mastery. Course # 8243 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: State Recommended: Principles of Architecture and Construction 41

46 HVAC AND REFRIGERATION TECHNOLOGY This course will provide students with the knowledge and skills specific to those entering the industry as technicians in the HVAC and refrigeration industry or as a building maintenance technician. Students will acquire knowledge and skills in safety, principles of HVAC theory, tools, codes and installation of HVAC and refrigeration equipment. Course # 8249 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: Recommended Principles of Architecture and Construction or Construction Technology INTERIOR DESIGN This is a technical course that addresses psychological, physiological and sociological needs of individuals by enhancing the environments in which they live and work. Individuals use knowledge and skills related to interior and exterior environments, construction and furnishings to make wise consumer decisions, increase productivity and compete in industry. Student must pass safety test with 100% mastery. Course # 8044 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: State Recommended: Algebra I, Principles of Architecture and Construction, or Architectural Design Course # 8047 Credit: 0.5 Term: Semester Grade Placement: 9-12 State Recommended: Algebra I, Principles of Architecture and Construction, or Architectural Design Student must pass safety test with 100% mastery. MILL AND CABINETMAKING TECHNOLOGY Students gain knowledge and skills specific to those needed to enter the work force in the area of mill work and cabinet manufacturing and installation. Students acquire knowledge and skills in cabinet design, tool usage, jointing methods, finishes and numerical and computer control production methods. Student must pass safety test with 100% mastery. Course # 8236 Credit: 2.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: State Recommended: Principles of Architecture and Construction PIPING AND PLUMBING TECHNOLOGY Students gain knowledge and skills needed to enter industry as a plumber, pipe fitter or building maintenance technician or supervisor or prepare for a postsecondary degree in construction management, architecture or engineering. Students acquire knowledge and skills in tool usage, safety, pipefitting, drainage, building codes and water supply. Student must pass safety test with 100% mastery. Course # 8241 Credit: 2.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: State Recommended: Principles of Architecture and Construction or Construction Technology 42

47 PRACTICUM IN ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN Practicum in Construction Management is an occupationally specific course designed to provide classroom technical instruction or on-the-job training experiences. Safety and career opportunities are included in addition to work ethics and job-related study in the classroom. Student must pass safety test with 100% mastery. Course # 8247 Credit: 2.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 12 State Recommended: Completion of a coherent sequence in a program area related to the field of architectural design Students must be 16 years old to participate in this course. PRACTICUM IN INTERIOR DESIGN This is an occupationally-specific course designed to provide classroom technical instruction. Job-specific skilled training is provided through the use of laboratory training or training plans by local training sponsors in areas compatible with identified career goals in interior design. In addition, students are expected to develop knowledge and skills in housing, furnishings and equipment construction/management and services. The practicum course is a paid or unpaid capstone experience or independent study course for students participating in a coherent sequence of career and technical education courses in the field of interior design. Instruction may be delivered through laboratory training or through career preparation delivery arrangements. Student must pass safety test with 100% mastery. Course # 8046 Credit: 2.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 12 Students must be 16 years old to participate in this course. PRINCIPLES OF ARCHITECTURE AND CONSTRUCTION This course provides an overview of the various fields of architecture, interior design, construction science and construction technology. Student must pass safety test with 100% mastery. Course # 6647 Course # 6648 Credit: 0.5 Term: Semester Grade Placement: 9-12 Arts, Audio/Video Technology & Communications Cluster ADVANCED ANIMATION Students will use various software packages to build a role playing game using a team development approach. Teams will develop a story line and identify game requirements and rules. Students are required to develop and maintain a set of web pages documenting the development of their project. Course # 6712 Credit: 2.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: State Recommended: Animation 43

48 ADVANCED AUDIO/VIDEO PRODUCTION Careers in audio and video technology and film production span all aspects of the audio video communications industry. Within this context, in addition to developing advanced knowledge and skills needed for success in the Arts, Audio/Video Technology, and Communications career cluster, students will be expected to develop an advanced understanding of the industry with a focus on pre-production, production and post-production activities. This course may be implemented in an advanced audio format or an advanced format, including both audio and video. Course # 6733 Credit: 2.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: State Recommended: Audio/Video Production ADVANCED FASHION DESIGN Careers in fashion span all aspects of the textile and apparel industries. Within this context, in addition to developing technical knowledge and skills needed for success in the Arts, Audio/Video Technology and Communications career cluster, students will be expected to develop an understanding of fashion with emphasis on design and production. Student must pass safety test with 100% mastery. Course # 8016 Credit: 2.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: State Recommended: Fashion Design ANIMATION Careers in animation span all aspects of motion graphics. Within this context, in addition to developing technical knowledge and skills needed for success in the Arts, Audio/Video Technology and Communications career cluster, students will be expected to develop an understanding of the history and techniques of the animation industry. Course # 6711 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: State Recommended: Graphic Design and Illustration or Art I AUDIO/VIDEO PRODUCTION Careers in audio and video technology and film production span all aspects of the audio/video communications industry. Within this context, in addition to developing technical knowledge and skills needed for success in the Arts, Audio/Video Technology and Communications career cluster, students will be expected to develop an understanding of the industry with a focus on pre-production, production and post-production audio and video activities. Course # 6731 State Recommended: Principles of Arts, Audio/Video Technology, and Communications COMMERCIAL PHOTOGRAPHY Careers in commercial photography require skills that span all aspects of the industry from setting up a shot to delivering products in a competitive market. Within this context, in addition to developing knowledge and skills needed for success in the Arts, Audio/Video Technology and Communications career cluster, students will be expected to develop an understanding of the commercial photography industry with a focus on creating quality photographs. Course # 6732 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: State Recommended: Graphic Design and Illustration or Art I 44

49 FASHION DESIGN Careers in fashion span all aspects of the textile and apparel industries. Within this context, in addition to developing technical knowledge and skills needed for success in the Arts, Audio/Video Technology and Communications career cluster, students will be expected to develop an understanding of fashion and the textile and apparel industries. Student must pass safety test with 100% mastery. Course # 8015 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: State Recommended: Principles of Arts, Audio/Video Technology, and Communications GRAPHIC DESIGN AND ILLUSTRATION Careers in graphic design and illustration span all aspects of the advertising and visual communications industries. Within this context, in addition to developing knowledge and skills needed for success in the Arts, Audio/Video Technology and Communications career cluster, students will be expected to develop an understanding of the industry with a focus on fundamental elements and principles of visual art and design. Course # 6730 State Recommended: Principles of Arts, Audio/Video Technology, and Communications PRACTICUM IN FASHION DESIGN Careers in fashion span all aspects of the textile and apparel industries. Within this context, in addition to developing advanced technical knowledge and skills needed for success in the Arts, Audio/Video Technology and Communications career cluster, students will be expected to develop an advanced technical understanding of the business aspects of fashion, with emphasis on promotion and retailing. Instruction may be delivered through lab-based classroom experiences or career preparation opportunities. Students must pass safety test with 100% mastery. Course # 8017 Credit: 2.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 12 State Recommended: Advanced Fashion Design Students must be 16 years old to participate in this course. PRINCIPLES OF ART/AV AND COMMUNICATION This course develops a strong background in computer and technology applications, a strong academic foundation, and a proficiency in oral and written communication. The student applies information technology applications when completing Arts, Audio/Video Technology, and Communications projects. The student is expected to use information management, , Internet, writing and publishing, presentation and spreadsheet or database applications. Course # 6656 Credit: 1.0 Term: Semester Grade Placement: 9-12 PROFESSIONAL COMMUNICATIONS Professional Communications blends written, oral, and graphic communication in a career-based environment. Careers in the global economy require individuals to be creative and have a strong background in computer and technology applications, a strong and solid academic foundation, and a proficiency in professional oral and written communication. Within this context, students will be expected to develop and expand the ability to write, read, edit, speak, listen, apply software applications, manipulate computer graphics, and conduct Internet research. Course # 5809 Credit: 0.5 Term: Semester Grade Placement: 9-12 This course satisfies the Communication Applications graduation requirement. 45

50 VIDEO GAME DESIGN The student will be provided the opportunity to design, program, and create a functional video game. The course will introduce basic programming language and skills that are essential to developing a video game. Topics covered are math,physics, deisgn, and computer programming. Course # 6700 Course # 6701 Credit: 0.5 Term: Semester Grade Placement: 9-12 Business Management & Administration Cluster BUSINESS ENGLISH Students recognize, evaluate and prepare for a rapidly evolving global business environment that requires flexibility and adaptability. Students apply technical skills to address business applications of emerging technologies. Students enhance reading, writing, computing, communication and reasoning skills and apply them to the business environment. Students are expected to plan, draft and complete written compositions on a regular basis. Students edit their papers for clarity, engaging language and the correct use of the conventions and mechanics of written English and produce final, error-free drafts for business reproduction. Course # 8299 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 12 English III This course counts as a fourth year English credit under the Minimum Graduation Plan. BUSINESS INFORMATION MANAGEMENT I Students implement personal and interpersonal skills to strengthen individual performance in the workplace and in society and to make a successful transition to the workforce and postsecondary education. Students apply technical skills to address business applications of emerging technologies, create word-processing documents, develop spreadsheets, formulate databases and make electronic presentations using appropriate software. Course # 8291 BUSINESS INFORMATION MANAGEMENT II Students implement personal and interpersonal skills to strengthen individual performance in the workplace and in society and to make a successful transition to the workforce or postsecondary education. Students apply technical skills to address business applications of emerging technologies, create complex word-processing documents, develop sophisticated spreadsheets using charts and graphs and make electronic presentations using appropriate multimedia software. Course # 8292 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: Business Information Management I 46

51 BUSINESS LAW Students analyze the social responsibility of business and industry regarding the significant issues relating to the legal environment, business ethics, torts, contracts, negotiable financial instruments, personal property, sales, warranties, business organizations, concept of agency and employment and real property. Students apply technical skills to address business applications of contemporary legal issues. Students incorporate a broad base of knowledge that includes the legal, managerial, marketing, financial, ethical and international dimensions of business to make appropriate business decisions. Course # 8298 Credit: 0.5 Term: Semester Grade Placement: BUSINESS MANAGEMENT Students analyze the primary functions of management and leadership, which are planning, organizing, staffing, directing or leading and controlling. Topics will incorporate social responsibility of business and industry. Students develop a foundation in the economical, financial, technological, international, social and ethical aspects of business to become competent managers, employees and entrepreneurs. Students incorporate a broad base of knowledge that includes the legal, managerial, marketing, financial, ethical and international dimensions of business to make appropriate management decisions. Course # 8294 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: GLOBAL BUSINESS Students apply technical skills to address global business applications of emerging technologies. Students develop a foundation in the economical, financial, technological, international, social and ethical aspects of business to become competent consumers, employees and entrepreneurs. Students enhance reading, writing, computing, communication and reasoning skills and apply them to the business environment. Course # 8296 Credit: 0.5 Term: Semester Grade Placement: PRACTICUM IN BUSINESS MANAGEMENT The practicum course is a paid or unpaid capstone experience for students participating in a coherent sequence of career and technical education courses in the Law, Public Safety, Corrections and Security. The Practicum is designed to give students supervised practical application of previously studied knowledge and skills. Practicum experiences can occur in a variety of locations appropriate to the nature and level of experience. Course # 8303 Credit: 2.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 12 State Recommended: Business Management Students must be 16 years old to participate in this course. 47

52 PRINCIPLES OF BUSINESS, MARKETING AND FINANCE Students gain knowledge and skills in economics and private enterprise systems, business, marketing of goods and services, advertising and product pricing. Students analyze the sales process and financial management principles. Students reinforce, apply and transfer academic knowledge and skills to a variety of interesting and relevant activities, problems and settings in business, marketing and finance. Course # 8270 Credit: 0.5 Term: Semester Grade Placement: 9-11 None Course # 8290 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 9-11 VIRTUAL BUSINESS Students analyze the legal, managerial, marketing, financial, ethical and international dimensions of on-line businesses to make appropriate business decisions. Students identify steps needed to locate customers, set fees and develop client contracts in a virtual environment. Students implement administrative, creative and technical services using advanced technological modes of communication and delivery service to build a functional website that incorporates the essentials of a virtual business. Course # 8288 Credit: 0.5 Term: Semester Grade Placement: CAREER PREPARATION I Career Cluster This course provides opportunities for students to participate in a learning experience that combines classroom instruction with paid business and industry employment experiences and supports strong partnerships among school, business and community stakeholders. This instructional arrangement should be an advanced component of a student's individual program of study. Students are taught employability skills, which include jobspecific skills applicable to their training station, job interview techniques, communication skills, financial and budget activities, human relations and portfolio development. Each student will have an individual training plan that will address his/her job specific knowledge and skills. All students must follow the Texas Education Agency and NEISD guidelines for career preparation. Course # 8310 Credit: 3.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: Students must provide their own transportation. Students must be 16 years old to participate in this course. CAREER PREPARATION II This course develops essential knowledge and skills through classroom technical instruction and on-the-job training in an approved business and industry training area. Students will develop skills for lifelong learning, employability, leadership, management, work ethics, safety and communication as a group; however, each student will have an individual training plan that will address job-specific knowledge and skills. Approved training sponsors will provide paid occupational training for a student. The training sponsor will assist the teacher in providing the necessary knowledge and skills for the student's specific career preparation. Each student will have an individual training plan that will address his/her job specific knowledge and skills. All students must follow the Texas Education Agency and NEISD guidelines for career preparation. Course # 8311 Credit: 3.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: Career Preparation I Students must provide their own transportation. Students must be 16 years old to participate in this course. 48

53 PROBLEMS AND SOLUTIONS This is a project-based research course for students who have the ability to research a real-world problem. Students develop a project on a topic related to career interests, use scientific methods of investigation to conduct in-depth research, are matched with a mentor from the business or professional community, compile findings and present their findings to an audience that includes experts in the field. Course # 8189 Credit: 0.5 Term: Semester Grade Placement: Course # 8289 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: PROBLEMS AND SOLUTIONS I - EMT PROGRAM This is an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)-Basic course which teaches seniors the skills and knowledge necessary to pass the National Registry EMT Basic test. To participate in the test, the student must successfully complete all the Department of State Health Services requirements. The student must pass the course with a 75% or better and complete all clinical rotation hours on a working ambulance, as well as finish clinical hours in a hospital emergency room. The clinical rotation hours will be on the weekends and during spring break. The course is rigorous and follows a very strict schedule to meet the state regulations related to this certification and profession. If the student passes the National Registry, then the student is eligible to work for any ambulance service in the State of Texas. Students must pass a safety test to participate in this program. Course # 8316 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 12 None Students must obtain CPR certification (included in curriculum), a current flu shot, a negative TB test, personal health insurance or the NEISD student accident policy, a hosptal appropriate uniform, and be 17 years old to participate. Students can miss no more than 6 days of school for the entire year in order to complete the certification program, except under special circumstances in which the hours can be made up with the approval of the state coordinator. PROBLEMS AND SOLUTIONS II - ARCHITECTURE Students develop a project on a topic related to career interests, use scientific methods of investigation to conduct in-depth research, are matched with a mentor from the business or professional community, compile findings and present their findings to an audience that includes experts in the field. To attain academic success, students must have opportunities to learn, reinforce, apply and transfer their knowledge, skills and technologies in a variety of settings. Course # 8315 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: None PROBLEMS AND SOLUTIONS II - PHARMACY TECH This course provides students with the knowledge and skills in the classification and study of pharmacological agents to understand the treatment, care and restoration of clients' health. Students will become career ready by learning material to challenge (at their own expense) the Pharmacology Certification Exam (PTCE) upon graduation from high school. Students will also develop a year long project to meet the necessary requirements for this course. Course # 3254 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 12 State Recommended: Health Science Technology I, Biology, Chemistry 49

54 Education & Training Cluster INSTRUCTIONAL PRACTICE IN EDUCATION AND TRAINING This field-based internship provides students with background knowledge of child and adolescent development as well as principles of effective teaching and training practices. Students work under the joint direction and supervision of both a teacher with knowledge of early childhood education and exemplary educators or trainers in direct instructional roles with elementary-, middle school- and high school-aged students. Students learn to plan and direct individualized instruction and group activities, prepare instructional materials, develop materials for educational environments, assist with recordkeeping and complete other responsibilities of teachers, trainers, paraprofessionals or other educational personnel. Course # 8042 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: State Recommended: Principles of Education and Training and Human Growth and Development Students must provide their own transportation. PRACTICUM IN EDUCATION AND TRAINING This field-based internship provides students with background knowledge of child and adolescent development as well as principles of effective teaching and training practices. Students work under the joint direction and supervision of both a teacher with knowledge of early childhood education and exemplary educators or trainers in direct instructional roles with elementary-, middle school- and high school-aged students. Students learn to plan and direct individualized instruction and group activities, prepare instructional materials, develop materials for educational environments, assist with recordkeeping and complete other responsibilities of teachers, trainers, paraprofessionals or other educational personnel. Course # 8043 Credit: 2.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 12 State Recommended: Principles of Education and Training, Human Growth and Development, and Instructional Practices in Education and Training Students must provide their own transportation. Students must be 16 years old to participate in this course. PRINCIPLES OF EDUCATION AND TRAINING This course is designed to introduce learners to the various careers available within the education and training career cluster. Students use self-knowledge and educational and career information to analyze various careers within the education and training career cluster. Students will also gain an understanding of the basic knowledge and skills essential to careers within the education and training career cluster. Students will develop a graduation plan that leads to a specific career choice in the field of education and training. Course # 8041 ACCOUNTING I Finance Cluster Students investigate the field of accounting, including how it is impacted by industry standards as well as economic, financial and ethical factors. Students reflect on this knowledge as they engage in the process of recording, classifying, summarizing, analyzing and communicating financial information. All information is applicable to profit or non-profit businesses and useful for entry-level positions. Course # 8301 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: State Recommended: Principles of Business, Marketing, and Finance 50

55 ACCOUNTING II Students will analyze financial information for managerial decisions. Students will also explore ratio analysis, inventory evaluation, payroll management and end-of-the cycle adjustments and entries. All information is applicable to profit or non-profit businesses and useful for entry-level positions. Course # 8302 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: Accounting I BANKING AND FINANCIAL SYSTEMS Students develop knowledge and skills in the economical, financial, technological, international, social and ethical aspects of banking to become competent consumers, employees and entrepreneurs. Students incorporate a broad base of knowledge that includes the operations, sales and management of banking institutions to gain a complete understanding of how banks function within society. Course # 8300 Credit: 0.5 Term: Semester Grade Placement: 9-12 State Recommended: Principles of Business, Marketing, and Finance MONEY MATTERS Students will investigate global economics with emphasis on the free enterprise system and its impact on consumers and businesses. Students apply critical-thinking skills to analyze financial options based on current and projected economic factors. Students will gain knowledge and skills necessary to set long-term financial goals. Students will determine methods of achieving long-term financial goals through investment, tax planning, asset allocation, risk management, retirement planning and estate planning. Course # 8293 Credit: 0.5 Term: Semester Grade Placement: 9-12 State Recommended: Principles of Business, Marketing, and Finance ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY Health Science Cluster Students conduct laboratory and field investigations, use scientific methods during investigations and make informed decisions using critical thinking and scientific problem solving. Students study a variety of topics, including the structure and function of the human body and the interaction of body systems for maintaining homeostasis. Student must pass safety test with 100% mastery. To receive credit in science, students must meet the 40% laboratory and fieldwork requirement. Course # 3253 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: Biology and Chemistry This course to be taken after successful completion of Biology and Chemistry and either after or concurrently with Physics in both the Recommended and Distinguished Graduation Plans. This course does not count for science credit under the Minimum Graduation Plan. This course may count as an Advanced Science on Foundation and Endorsement Graduation Plans. 51

56 BIOMEDICAL INNOVATION-PROJECT LEAD THE WAY This is the Capstone Course for the STEM Biomedical Pathway. Students design innovative solutions for the health challenges of the 21st century. They work through progressively challenging open-ended problems, addressing topics such as clinical medicine, physiology, biomedical engineering, and public health. They have the opportunity to work on an independent project with a mentor or advisor from a university, hospital, research institution, or the biomedical industry. Throughout the course students are expected to present their work. Course # 8352 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: HEALTH SCIENCE (CR) This course is designed to provide for the development of advanced knowledge and skills related to a wide variety of health careers. Students will have hands-on experiences for continued knowledge and skill development. The course may be taught by different methodologies such as clinical rotation and career preparation learning. Student must pass safety test with 100% mastery. Course # 8344 Credit: 2.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: State Recommended: Principles of Health Science and Biology Students must obtain CPR certification (included in curriculum), a current flu shot, a negative TB test, personal health insurance or the NEISD student accident policy, and a hospital appropriate uniform to participate. Students may be required to provide their own transportation. HUMAN BODY SYSTEMS (PROJECT LEAD THE WAY) Students examine the interactions of body systems as they explore identity, communication, power, movement, protection and homeostasis. Students design experiments, investigate the structures and functions of the human body, and use data acquisition software to monitor body functions such as muscle movement, reflex and voluntary action and respiration. Exploring science in action, students build organs and tissues on a skeletal manikin, work through interesting real world cases and often play the role of biomedical professionals to solve medical mysteries. Course # 8350 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: None MEDICAL INTERVENTIONS (PROJECT LEAD THE WAY) Students investigate the variety of interventions involved in the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of disease. The course is a "How-To" manual for maintaining overall health and homeostasis in the body as students explore: how to prevent and fight infection; how to screen and evaluate the code in human DNA; how to prevent, diagnose and treat cancer; and how to prevail when the organs of the body begin to fail. Lifestyle choices and preventative measures are emphasized throughout the course as well as the important roles scientific thinking and engineering design play in the development of interventions of the future. Course # 8349 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: None 52

57 MEDICAL MICROBIOLOGY Students explore the microbial world, studying topics such as pathogenic and non-pathogenic microorganisms, laboratory procedures, identifying microorganisms, drug resistant organisms and emerging diseases. Student must pass safety test with 100% mastery. Course # 3251 Credit:.05 Term: Semester Grade Placement: Biology and Chemistry This course to be taken after successful completion of Biology and Chemistry and either after or concurrently with Physics in both Recommended and Distinguished Graduation Plans. This course does not count for science credit under the Minimum Graduation Plan. This course may count as an Advanced Science on Foundation and Endorsement Graduation Plans. MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY This course is designed to introduce students to the structure of medical terms, including prefixes, suffixes, word roots, combining forms, singular and plural forms plus medical abbreviations and acronyms. The course allows students to achieve comprehension of medical vocabulary appropriate to medical procedures, human anatomy and physiology and pathophysiology. Course is recommended for all upper level Health Science courses. Course # 3247 Credit: 0.5 Term: Semester Grade Placement: None PATHOPHYSIOLOGY Students conduct laboratory and field investigations, use scientific methods during investigations and make informed decisions using critical thinking and scientific problem solving. Students study disease processes and how humans are affected. Emphasis is placed on prevention and treatment of disease. Students will differentiate between normal and abnormal physiology. Student must pass safety test with 100% mastery. Course # 3252 Credit: 0.5 Term: Semester Grade Placement: Biology and Chemistry This course to be taken after successful completion of Biology and Chemistry and either after or concurrently with Physics in both Recommended and Distinguished Graduation Plans. This course does not count for science credit under the Minimum Graduation Plan. This course may count as an Advanced Science on Foundation and Endorsement Graduation Plans. PRACTICUM IN HEALTH SCIENCE (CNA) This course is designed to give students practical application of previously studied knowledge and skills. Practicum experiences can occur in a variety of locations appropriate to the nature and level of experience i.e. clinical rotation, CNA, etc. Student must pass safety test with 100% mastery. Course # 8348 Credit: 2.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 12 Health Science and Biology Students must obtain CPR certification (included in curriculum), a current flu shot, a negative TB test, personal health insurance or the NEISD student accident policy, a hospital appropriate uniform, and be 16 years old to participate. Students may be required to provide their own transportation. 53

58 PRACTICUM IN HEALTH SCIENCE (CR) This course is designed to give students practical application of previously studied knowledge and skills. Practicum experiences can occur in a variety of locations appropriate to the nature and level of experience i.e. clinical rotation, CNA, etc. Student must pass safety test with 100% mastery. Course # 8346 Credit: 2.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: Health Science and Biology Students must obtain CPR certification (included in curriculum), a current flu shot, a negative TB test, personal health insurance or the NEISD student accident policy, a hospital appropriate uniform, and be 16 years old to participate. Students may be required to provide their own transportation. PRINCIPLES OF BIOMEDICAL SCIENCE (PROJECT LEAD THE WAY) Students investigate the human body systems and various health conditions including heart disease, diabetes, sickle-cell disease, hypercholesterolemia and infectious diseases. Students also explore the concepts of human medicine and are introduced to research processes and bioinformatics. This course is designed to provide an overview of all the courses in the Biomedical Sciences (Project Lead the Way) program and to lay the scientific foundation necessary for student success in the subsequent courses. Course # 8351 None PRINCIPLES OF HEALTH SCIENCE This course provides an overview of the therapeutic, diagnostic, health informatics, support services and biotechnology research and development systems of the health care industry. Students will learn about body systems, CPR, medical abbreviations, medical terminology and expectations of a healthcare worker. Course # 8340 For students who enter 9th grade in and beyond, this course may be taken as a substitution for Health credit. WORLD HEALTH RESEARCH This course examines major world health problems and emerging technologies as solutions to these medical concerns. The course is designed to improve students' understanding of the cultural, infrastructural, political, educational and technological constraints and inspire ideas for appropriate technological solutions to global medical care issues. Course # 8343 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: State Recommended: Biology and Chemistry CULINARY ARTS Hospitality & Tourism Cluster This course begins with the fundamentals and principles of the art of cooking and the science of baking and includes management and production skills and techniques. This course is offered as a laboratory-based course. Students are encouraged to participate in extended learning experiences such as career and technical student organizations and other leadership or extracurricular organizations. Student must pass safety test with 100% mastery. Course # 8063 Credit: 2.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: State Recommended: Restaurant Management, Lifetime Nutrition and Wellness, or Principles of Hospitality and Tourism Students can qualify for state-wide sanitation certification. 54

59 FOOD SCIENCE This is the study of the nature of foods through experimentation and observation. Students will be provided opportunities to develop new food products, produce foods, choose packaging materials and complete sensory evaluations. Emphasis is placed on food safety, food microbiology, preservation, engineering, food chemistry, molecular gastronomy and food physics. Student must pass safety test with 100% mastery. Course # 8028 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: Biology and Chemistry This course to be taken after successful completion of Biology and Chemistry and either after or concurrently with Physics in both Recommended and Distinguished Graduation Plans. This course does not count for science credit under the Minimum Graduation Plan. This course may count as an Advanced Science on Foundation and Endorsement Graduation Plans. PRACTICUM IN CULINARY ARTS This course is a unique practicum that provides occupationally specific opportunities for students to participate in a learning experience that combines classroom instruction with actual business and industry career experiences. This course integrates academic, career and technical education; provides more interdisciplinary instruction; and supports strong partnerships. Student must pass safety test with 100% mastery. Course # 8021 Credit: 2.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: State Recommended: Culinary Arts or Hotel Management Students must be 16 years old to participate in this course. PRACTICUM IN HOSPITALITY SERVICES A unique practicum experience provides opportunities for students to participate in a learning experience that combines classroom instruction with actual business and industry career experiences. Practicum in Hospitality Services integrates academic and career and technical education; provides more interdisciplinary instruction; and supports strong partnerships among schools, businesses and community institutions with the goal of preparing students with a variety of skills in a fast-changing workplace. Students are taught employability skills, including job-specific skills applicable to their training plan, job interview techniques, communication skills, financial and budget activities, human relations and portfolio development. This course is relevant and rigorous, supports student attainment of academic and technical standards and effectively prepares students for college and career success. Course # 8020 Credit: 2.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: State Recommended: Hospitality Services Students must be 16 years old to participate in this course. RESTAURANT MANAGEMENT This course will emphasize the principles of planning, organizing, staffing, directing and controlling the management of a variety of food service operations. The course will provide insight into the operation of a wellrun restaurant. The student gains academic knowledge and skills required to pursue the full range of career and postsecondary education opportunities within the culinary and restaurant industry. Course # 8009 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: State Recommended: Principles of Hospitality and Tourism Course # 8019 Credit: 0.5 Term: Semester Grade Placement: State Recommended: Principles of Hospitality and Tourism 55

60 CHILD DEVELOPMENT Human Services Cluster This technical laboratory course addresses knowledge and skills related to child growth and development from prenatal through school-age children, and it equips students with child development skills. Students use these skills to promote the well-being and healthy developmment of children and investigate careers related to the care and education of children. Course # 8026 Credit: 0.5 Term: Semester Grade Placement: 9-12 State Recommended: Principles of Human Services CHILD GUIDANCE This technical laboratory course addresses the knowledge and skills related to child growth and guidance equipping students to develop positive relationships with children and effective caregiver skills. Students use these skills to promote the well-being and healthy development of children, to strengthen a culturally diverse society and to pursue careers related to the care, guidance and education of children, including those with special needs. Observation may be required. Course # 8027 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: State Recommended: Principles of Human Services and Child Development Child Development Associate (CDA) license available. COUNSELING AND MENTAL HEALTH Students model the knowledge and skills necessary to pursue a counseling and mental health career through simulated environments. Students are expected to apply knowledge of ethical and legal responsibilities, limitations and the implications of their actions. Professional integrity in counseling and mental health care is dependent on acceptance of ethical and legal responsibilities. Course # 8345 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: DOLLARS AND SENSE This course focuses on consumer practices and responsibilities, the money management process, decisionmaking skills, impact of technology and preparation for human services careers. Students are encouraged to participate in career and technical student organizations and other leadership organizations. Course # 8025 Credit: 0.5 Term: Semester Grade Placement: 9-12 State Recommended: Principles of Human Services INTERPERSONAL STUDIES This course examines how the relationships between individuals and among family members significantly affect the quality of life. Students use knowledge and skills in family studies and human development to enhance personal development, foster quality relationships, promote wellness of family members, manage multiple adult roles and pursue careers related to counseling and mental health services. Students are encouraged to participate in extended learning experiences such as career and technical student organizations and other leadership or extracurricular organizations. Course # 8030 Credit: 0.5 Term: Semester Grade Placement: State Recommended: Principles of Human Services 56

61 LIFETIME NUTRITION AND WELLNESS This laboratory course allows students to use principles of lifetime wellness and nutrition to help them make informed choices that promote wellness as well as pursue careers related to hospitality and tourism, education, training, human services and health sciences. Students are encouraged to participate in extended learning experiences such as career and technical student organizations and other leadership or extracurricular organizations. Students must pass safety test with 100% mastery. Course # 8029 Credit: 0.5 Term: Semester Grade Placement: State Recommended: Principles of Human Services, Principles of Hospitality and Tourism, Principles of Health Science, or Principles of Education and Training PARENTING FOR SCHOOL-AGED PARENTS I This course provides classroom instruction for expectant or teen parents in the areas of personal development, prenatal and postnatal care, and detailed study of children from 0-3 years. Further study is related to child safety, health and well-being, resources, time and energy management, consumer responsibilities, the importance of nutrition and housing needs and child guidance techniques. Course # 8002 Teenage Parent or Expectant Parent PARENTING FOR SCHOOL-AGED PARENTS II This course provides classroom instruction for expectant or teen parents in the areas of personal development, prenatal and postnatal care and detailed study of children from 0-3 years. Further study is related to child safety, health and well-being, resources, time and energy management, consumer responsibilities, the importance of nutrition and housing needs and child guidance techniques. The second year addresses the special needs and interest of students who are parents or female students who are pregnant. Emphasis is placed on the prenatal care and development, postnatal care, infant care, child development and general parenting skills. Course # 8005 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: Teenage Parent or Expectant Parent PRACTICUM IN HUMAN SERVICES This course provides occupationally specific training and focuses on the development of consumer services, early childhood development and services, counseling and mental health services and family and community service careers. This course is designed to meet the occupational preparation needs and interests of students and should be based upon the knowledge and skills selected from two or more courses in a coherent sequence in the human services cluster. Instruction may be delivered through school-based laboratory training or through work-based delivery arrangements such as cooperative education, mentoring and job shadowing. Course # 6729 Credit: 2.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 12 Students must be 16 years old to participate in this course. 57

62 PRINCIPLES OF HUMAN SERVICES This comprehensive laboratory course is designed to address a broad range of knowledge and skills related to personal development and management, family and community and preparation of adult roles. Influences of societal and technological changes, high demand human service careers and management of nutritional needs and dietary practices are included. Students are encouraged to participate in extended learning experiences such as career and technical student organizations and other leadership or extracurricular organizations. Course # 6720 Credit: 0.5 Term: Semester Grade Placement: 9-12 Course # 6721 Information Technology Cluster DIGITAL AND INTERACTIVE MEDIA Through the study of digital and interactive media and its application in information technology, students will analyze and assess current and emerging technologies, while designing and creating multimedia projects that address customer needs and resolve a problem. Students implement personal and interpersonal skills to prepare for a rapidly evolving workplace environment. The knowledge and skills acquired and practiced will enable students to successfully perform and interact in a technology-driven society. Students enhance reading, writing, computing, communication and critical thinking and apply them to the information technology environment. Course # 8297 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: State Recommended: Principles of Information Technology PRINCIPLES OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY Students develop computer literacy skills to adapt to emerging technologies used in the global marketplace. Students implement personal and interpersonal skills to prepare for a rapidly evolving workplace environment. Students enhance reading, writing, computing, communication and reasoning skills and apply them to the information technology environment. Course # 6686 Credit: 0.5 Term: Semester Grade Placement: 9-10 None Course # 6687 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement:

63 WEB TECHNOLOGIES Students gain advanced knowledge and skills in the application, design, production, implementation, maintenance, evaluation and assessment of products, services and systems. Knowledge and skills in the proper use of analytical skills and application of information technology concepts and standards are essential to prepare students for success in a technology-driven society. Critical thinking, information technology experience and product development may be conducted in a classroom setting with an industry mentor, as an unpaid internship or as career preparation. Student must pass safety test with 100% mastery. Course # 6643 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: State Recommended: Principles of Information Technology Law, Public Safety, Corrections, & Security Cluster CORRECTIONAL SERVICES This course is designed to provide insight, understanding and a historical perspective concerning the place of correctional systems in law enforcement. Students will study correctional systems in the criminal justice system, correctional roles, institutional operations, alternatives to institutionalization, treatment, rehabilitation and current and future issues. Course # 8416 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: State Recommended: Principles of Law, Public Safety, Corrections and Security COURT SYSTEMS AND PRACTICE This course is designed to familiarize a student with definitions, elements of the offense, applications of penal statutes, history of criminal law, provisions of the Texas penal code, case law and criminal law. Students will also study the overview of the federal and state court systems. Students will explore the roles and membership of courtroom work groups as well as communication skills needed for courtroom policies and procedures. Course # 8412 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: State Recommended: Law Enforcement I FORENSIC SCIENCE This course provides a basic understanding of investigative theory, collection and preservation of evidence and sources of information. Methods of conducting interviews and interrogations will also be covered. Students will have opportunities to discover uses of forensic sciences and preparation for cases and trials. Students will explore the various college programs of forensic science. Student must pass safety test with 100% mastery. Course # 8414 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: Biology and Chemistry This course to be taken after successful completion of Biology and Chemistry and either after or concurrently with Physics in both Recommended and Distinguished Graduation Plans. This course does not count for science credit under the Minimum Graduation Plan. This course may count as an Advanced Science on Foundation and Endorsement Graduation Plans. LAW ENFORCEMENT This course is an overview of the history, organization and functions of local, state and federal law enforcement. This course includes the role of constitutional law, the United States legal system, criminal law, law enforcement terminology and the classification and elements of crime. Course # 8413 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: State Recommended: Principles of Law, Public Safety, Corrections, and Security 59

64 LAW ENFORCEMENT II This course provides the knowledge and skills necessary to prepare for a career in law enforcement. This course includes ethical and legal responsibilities, operation of police and emergency telecommunication equipment, and courtroom testimony. Course # 8418 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: State Recommended: Law Enforcement I PRACTICUM IN LAW, PUBLIC SAFETY, CORRECTIONS AND SECURITY This course is designed to provide job-specific training for entry-level employment in security services careers. Instruction includes: security patrol procedures; use of computers and communications systems; understanding procedures and limits of apprehension and detention; licensing certification requirements; goals of investigation, interview and interrogation; understanding crime prevention devices, equipment, and procedures; and demonstration of ability to provide oral and written reports. Course # 8417 Credit: 2.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 12 Students must be 16 years old to participate in this course. PRINCIPLES OF LAW, PUBLIC SAFETY, CORRECTIONS AND SECURITY This course is designed as a study of the history and philosophy of criminal justice and its ethical considerations. Crime is defined and its nature and impact are explored. Instruction includes an overview of the criminal justice system, law enforcement, court systems, prosecution and defense, trial processes, corrections, and penal systems. Course # 8410 Course # 8420 Credit: 0.5 Term: Semester Grade Placement: 9-12 SECURITY SERVICES This course is designed to provide job-specific training for entry-level employment in security services careers. Instruction includes security patrol procedures; use of computers and communications systems; understanding procedures and limits of apprehension and detention; licensing certification requirements; goals of investigation, interview and interrogation; understanding crime prevention devices, equipment and procedures; and demonstration of ability to provide oral and written reports. Course # 8415 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: State Recommended: Principles of Law, Public Safety, Corrections and Security 60

65 ADVANCED WELDING Manufacturing Cluster This course builds on knowledge and skills developed in Welding. Students will develop advanced welding concepts and skills as they relate to personal and career development. This course integrates academic and technical knowledge and skills. Students will have opportunities to reinforce, apply, and transfer knowledge and skills to a variety of settings and problems. Student must pass safety test with 100% mastery. Course # 8175 Credit: 2.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: State Recommended: Algebra I or Geometry and Welding MANUFACTURING ENGINEERING Students gain knowledge and skills in the application, design, production and assessment of products, services and systems and how those knowledge and skills are applied to manufacturing. These knowledge and skills prepare students for success in the global economy. This course allows students to reinforce, apply and transfer academic knowledge and skills to a variety of interesting and relevant activities, problems and settings in a manufacturing setting. Student must pass safety test with 100% mastery. Course # 8257 Credit: 2.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: State Recommended: Algebra II, Computer Science I, and Physics PRINCIPLES OF MANUFACTURING Students gain knowledge and skills in manufacturing technology in the modern world. Students gain an understanding of career opportunities available in manufacturing and what employers require to gain and maintain employment in these careers. The study of manufacturing technology allows students to reinforce, apply and transfer academic knowledge and skills to a variety of interesting and relevant activities, problems and settings in a manufacturing setting. Student must pass safety test with 100% mastery. Course # 6629 State Recommended: Algebra I or Geometry WELDING Welding provides the knowledge, skills and technologies required for employment in metal technology systems. Students develop knowledge and skills related to this system and apply them to personal career development. This course supports integration of academic and technical knowledge and skills. Students will reinforce, apply and transfer knowledge and skills to a variety of settings and problems. Knowledge about career opportunities, requirements, expectations and the development of workplace skills prepare students for future success. Students must pass safety test with 100% mastery. Course # 8169 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: State Recommended: Algebra I Course # 8174 Credit: 2.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: State Recommended: Algebra I 61

66 Marketing Cluster ADVERTISING AND SALES PROMOTION This course focuses on the concepts and skills associated with the dynamic advertising industry. Students will discover the goals and objectives of advertising, identify and analyze, select media and develop advertisements. Course # 8306 Credit: 0.5 Term: Semester Grade Placement: 9-12 State Recommended: Principles of Business, Marketing, and Finance ENTREPRENEURSHIP This course is designed to provide a foundation to plan, design, start and evaluate a profitable business venture. Students will learn marketing, merchandising and customer service skills. This course is coordinated with a school based enterprise (school store). Course # 8308 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: State Recommended: Principles of Business, Marketing, and Finance Course # 8318 Credit: 0.5 Term: Semester Grade Placement: FASHION MARKETING This course combines the elements of advertising, design and business administration, as well as a solid understanding of the fashion world. Students will take a new fashion line and successfully promote it. Course # 8014 Credit: 0.5 Term: Semester Grade Placement: 9-12 State Recommended: Principles of Business, Marketing, and Finance MARKETING DYNAMICS Students gain knowledge and skills that help them to be proficient in one or more of the marketing functional areas associated with distribution, financing, marketing information management, pricing, product planning, promotion, purchasing, risk management and selling skills. Students integrate skills from academic subjects, information technology, interpersonal communication and management training to make responsible decisions. This course may include paid or unpaid career preparation experience. Course # 8307 Credit: 2.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: State Recommended: Principles of Business, Marketing, and Finance 62

67 PRACTICUM IN MARKETING DYNAMICS Through course required employment, students gain knowledge and skills that help them become proficient in one or more of the marketing functional areas. Students will illustrate appropriate management and research skills to create the marketing mix. This course covers technology, communication and customer-service skills. The practicum is designed to give students supervised practical application of previously studied knowledge and skills. Practicum experiences can occur in a variety of locations appropriate to the nature and level of experience. The practicum course is a paid or unpaid experience for students participating in a coherent sequence of career and technical education courses in marketing education. Course # 8309 Credit: 2.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 12 State Prerequisite: Marketing Dynamics Students must be 16 years old to participate in this course. RETAILING AND E-TAILING This course is designed to assist students in understanding the challenges retailers face. Students will demonstrate critical-thinking skills using decision-making models, case studies, various technologies and business scenarios. Electronic media techniques will be utilized to develop an understanding of our global economy. Course # 8305 Credit: 0.5 Term: Semester Grade Placement: 9-12 State Recommended: Principles of Business, Marketing, and Finance SPORTS AND ENTERTAINMENT MARKETING This course will provide students with a thorough understanding of the marketing concepts and theories that apply to sports and sporting events and entertainment. The areas this course will cover include basic marketing, target marketing and segmentation, sponsorship, event marketing, promotions, sponsorship proposals and implementation of sports and entertainment marketing plans. This course will also provide students an opportunity to develop promotional plans, sponsorship proposals, endorsement contracts, sports and entertainment marketing plans, and evaluation and management techniques. Course # 8304 Credit: 0.5 Term: Semester Grade Placement: 9-12 State Recommended: Principles of Business, Marketing, and Finance Science, Technology, Engineering, & Mathematics Cluster ADVANCED BIOTECHNOLOGY Students enrolled in this course will apply advanced academic knowledge and skills to the emerging fields of biotechnology such as agriculture, medicine, regulation and forensics. Students will have the opportunity to use sophisticated laboratory equipment, perform statistical analysis and practice quality-control techniques. Students will conduct laboratory and field investigations, use scientific methods during investigations and make informed decisions using critical thinking and scientific problem-solving. Students study a variety of topics that include structures and functions of cells, nucleic acids, proteins and genetics. Student must pass safety test with 100% mastery. To receive credit in science, students must meet the 40% laboratory and fieldwork requirement. Course # 8342 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: Biology and Chemistry This course to be taken after successful completion of Biology and Chemistry and either after or concurrently with Physics in both Recommended and Distinguished Graduation Plans. This course does not count for science credit under the Minimum Graduation Plan. This course may count as an Advanced Science on Foundation and Endorsement Graduation Plans. 63

68 ADVANCED ELECTRONICS Students enrolled in this course will demonstrate knowledge and applications of advanced circuits, electrical measurement and electrical implementation used in the electronics and computer industries. Through use of the design process, students will transfer advanced academic skills to component designs in a project-based environment. Additionally, students explore career opportunities, employer expectations and educational needs in the electronics industry. Student must pass safety test with 100% mastery. Course # 8255 Credit: 2.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: Electronics ADVANCED ENGINEERING DESIGN AND PRESENTATION This course will provide students the opportunity to master computer software applications in a variety of engineering and technical fields. This course further develops the process of engineering thought and application of the design process. Student must pass safety test with 100% mastery. Course # 8253 Credit: 2.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: Engineering Design and Presentation BIOTECHNOLOGY This course provides an overview of biotechnology, bioengineering and related fields. Topics include genetics, cell structure, proteins, nucleic acids and the impact of immunological events in biotechnology. Students further study the increasingly important agricultural, environmental, economic and political roles of bioenergy and biological remediation; the roles of nanoscience and nanotechnology in biotechnology medical research; and future trends in biological science and biotechnology. Student must pass safety test with 100% mastery. Course # 8341 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: State Recommended: Concepts of Engineering and Technology CONCEPTS OF ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY This course provides an overview of the various fields of science, technology, engineering and mathematics and their interrelationships. Students will use a variety of computer hardware and software applications to complete assignments and projects. Upon completing this course, students will have an understanding of the various fields and will be able to make informed decisions regarding a coherent sequence of subsequent courses. Further, students will have worked on a design team to develop a product or system. Students will use multiple software applications to prepare and present course assignments. Student must pass safety test with 100% mastery. Course # 8250 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 9-10 DATA ACQUISITIONS AND ANALYSIS Students will become familiar with standard scientific and engineering instrumentation and will work in the context of engineering design problems in disciplines such as mechanical, electrical, civil, materials, and biomedical engineering. Course #

69 ENGINEERING DESIGN AND PRESENTATION Students enrolled in this course will demonstrate knowledge and skills of the process of design as it applies to engineering fields using multiple software applications and tools necessary to produce and present working drawings, solid model renderings and prototypes. Students will use a variety of computer hardware and software applications to complete assignments and projects. Through implementation of the design process, students will transfer advanced academic skills to component designs. Additionally, students will explore career opportunities in engineering, technology and drafting and what is required to gain and maintain employment in these areas. Student must pass safety test with 100% mastery. Course # 8252 State Recommended: Concepts of Engineering and Technology ENGINEERING DESIGN AND PROBLEM SOLVING This course is intended to stimulate students' ingenuity, intellectual talents and practical skills in devising solutions to engineering design problems. Students use the engineering design process cycle to investigate, design, plan, create and evaluate solutions. At the same time, this course fosters awareness of the social and ethical implications of technological development. Student must pass safety test with 100% mastery. Course # 8258 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: Biology and Chemistry This course to be taken after successful completion of Biology and Chemistry and either after or concurrently with Physics in both the Recommended and Distinguished Graduation Plans. This course does not count for science credit under the Minimum Graduation Plan. This course may count as an Advanced Science on Foundation and Endorsement Graduation Plans. ENGINEERING MATHEMATICS In this course students solve and model robotic design problems. Students use a variety of mathematical methods and models to represent and analyze problems involving data acquisition, spatial applications, electrical measurement, manufacturing processes, materials engineering, mechanical drives, pneumatics, process control systems, quality control and robotics with computer programming. Student must pass safety test with 100% mastery. Course # 8251 See Special Notes This course to be taken after successful completion of Algebra I, Geometry and either after or concurrently with Algebra II in both Recommended and Distinguished Graduation Plans. This course may be selected for a third credit of math in the Minimum Graduation Plan. PRACTICUM IN SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING AND MATH The practicum course is a paid or unpaid capstone experience for students participating in a coherent sequence of career and technical education courses in the science, technology, engineering and mathematics career cluster. The practicum is designed to give students supervised practical application of previously studied knowledge and skills. Practicum experiences can occur in a variety of locations appropriate to the nature and level of experience. Student must pass safety test with 100% mastery. Course # 8260 Credit: 2.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 12 Students must provide their own transportation. Students must be 16 years old to participate in this course. 65

70 PRINCIPLES OF TECHNOLOGY Students conduct laboratory and field investigations, use scientific methods during investigations and make informed decisions using critical thinking and scientific problem solving. Various systems will be described in terms of space, time, energy and matter. Students will study a variety of topics that include laws of motion, conservation of energy, momentum, electricity, magnetism, thermodynamics and characteristics and behavior of waves. Students will apply physics concepts and perform laboratory experimentations for at least 40% of instructional time using safe practices. Student must pass safety test with 100% mastery. To receive credit in science, students must meet the 40% laboratory and fieldwork requirement. Course # 6697 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: unit high school science and Algebra I This course can be taken in place of Physics. This course may be taken as the fourth science on the Recommended Program and the Distinguished Gradujation Plans. This course may count as an Advanced Science on Foundation and Endorsement Graduation Plans. ROBOTICS AND AUTOMATION Students enrolled in this course will demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary for the robotic and automation industry. Through implementation of the design process, students will transfer advanced academic skills to component designs in a project-based environment. Students will build prototypes or use simulation software to test their designs. Additionally, students will explore career opportunities, employer expectations and educational needs in the robotic and automation industry. Student must pass safety test with 100% mastery. Course # 8094 Concepts of Engineering and Technology and Electronics SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH AND DESIGN This course introduces students to the principles of environmental engineering. Topics will include material balances, environmental chemistry, risk assessment, air quality, water quality and waste water treatment. Quantitative evaluation of environmental, technical and economic problems with control of pollutants in air, water and land will also be discussed. Course # 8259 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: Biology and Chemistry This course to be taken after successful completion of Biology and Chemistry and either after or concurrently with Physics in both the Recommended and Distinguished Graduation Plans. This course does not count for science credit under the Minimum Graduation Plan. This course may count as an Advanced Science on Foundation and Endorsement Graduation Plans. Transportation, Distribution & Logistics Cluster ADVANCED AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY This course includes advanced knowledge of the function of the major automotive systems and the principles of diagnosing and servicing these systems. Students gain knowledge and skills in the repair, maintenance and diagnosis of vehicle systems. This study allows students to reinforce, apply and transfer academic knowledge and skills to a variety of interesting and relevant activities, problems and settings. The focus of this course is to teach the theory of operation of automotive vehicle systems and associated repair practices. Student must pass safety test with 100% mastery. Course # 8113 Credit: 2.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: Automotive Technology 66

71 AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY This course includes knowledge of the function of the major automotive systems and the principles of diagnosing and servicing these systems. Students gain knowledge and skills in the repair, maintenance and diagnosis of vehicle systems. This study allows students to reinforce, apply and transfer academic knowledge and skills to a variety of interesting and relevant activities, problems and settings. The focus of this course is to teach the theory of operation of automotive vehicle systems and associated repair practices. Student must pass safety test with 100% mastery. Course # 8112 Credit: 2.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: ENERGY, POWER AND TRANSPORTATION SYSTEMS Students will need to understand the interaction between various vehicle systems, the logistics used to move goods and services to consumers and the components of transportation infrastructure. Performance requirements will include academic and technical skills. Students prepared to meet the expectations of employers in this industry must be able to interact and relate to others and understand the technologies used in order to provide products and services in a timely manner. Course # 8103 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 11 None PRACTICUM IN TRANSPORTATION, DISTRIBUTION AND LOGISTICS The practicum course is a paid or unpaid capstone experience for students participating in a coherent sequence of courses in the Transportation, Distribution and Logistics cluster. The practicum is designed to give students supervised practical application of knowledge and skills. Practicum experiences can occur in a variety of locations appropriate to the nature and level of experience such as internships, mentorships, independent study or laboratories. Student must pass safety test with 100% mastery. Course # 8114 Credit: 3.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 12 Students must provide their own transportation. Students must be 16 years old to partricipate in this course. PRINCIPLES OF TRANSPORTATION, DISTRIBUTION AND LOGISTICS Students gain knowledge and skills in the safe application, design, production and assessment of products, services and systems. This knowledge includes the history, laws and regulations, and common practices used in the logistics of warehousing and transportation systems. Students should apply knowledge and skills in the application, design and production of technology as it relates to the transportation, distribution and logistics industries. This course allows students to reinforce, apply and transfer their academic knowledge and skills to a variety of interesting and relevant activities, problems and settings. Students must pass safety test with 100% mastery. Course # 8102 None 67

72 Communications COMMUNICATION APPLICATIONS This course is recommended to meet North East graduation requirements and will focus on helping each student develop the fundamental skills necessary to communicate effectively in a variety of modes, with emphasis on listening, speaking, discussing, researching, planning, presenting and assessing. The student will have various opportunities to present, receive feedback, refine and re-present so as to develop the competencies necessary to become an effective oral communicator in the classroom, on the job and/or in the community. Course # 5807 Credit: 0.5 Term: Semester Grade Placement: None DEBATE I Students will be introduced to the logical argumentation that takes place in policy-making and value assessment. The student will analyze a specific topic question, research to find evidence and develop affirmative and negative case positions. Course # 5820 Interest and Teacher Recommendation DEBATE II Advanced debate theory and practice will be the focus of the course, refining the student s skills in analysis, research, organization, synthesis, evaluation and speaking. Co-curricular involvement in speech activities and contests is an integral requirement of this course. Course # 5825 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: Debate I and Instructor Approval DEBATE III HONORS Advanced debate theory and practice will be the focus of the course, refining the student s skills in analysis, research, organization, synthesis, evaluation and speaking. Depth and breadth of study will be expanded so as to require the student to carry out individualized assignments which will enhance and enlarge the opportunities for higher-level thinking and problem-solving. Co-curricular involvement in speech activities and contests is an integral requirement of the course. Course # 5827 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: Debate II, B Average in Previous English Courses and Instructor Approval DEBATE IV This course is offered for local credit only. Advanced debate theory and practice will be the focus of the course, refining the student s skills in analysis, research, organization, synthesis, evaluation and speaking. Students will also work as mentors for beginning debaters as a method of demonstrating technique and strategy. Cocurricular involvement in speech activities and contests is an integral requirement of this course. Course # 5830 Credit: 1.0 local credit Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 12 Debate III and Instructor Approval 68

73 INDEPENDENT STUDY IN SPEECH This course allows the student to determine a special project in speech communications study that requires the use of research skills in addressing a specific problem/issue/question/topic. The student is required to establish a project proposal and then work through the proposal and present written and/or oral defensive/explanation. The policy can deal with a political, social, or literary question. Course # 5828 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 12 3 Units of Speech Credit and Instructor Approval. ORAL INTERPRETATION I This course is designed for the student who wishes to enjoy literature by making it come alive through performance. Short selections of prose, poetry and drama will be developed for performance as the instructor works with each student on voice and body action. Areas of study will include literary selection and analysis, breath control, articulation, projection, physicalization, concentration and evaluation. Classroom as well as contest performance receive equal emphasis. Course # 5810 Interest and Teacher Recommendation ORAL INTERPRETATION II This course is designed for the student who wishes further experience in literary performance. Students on this level will continue their development of analytical and performance techniques, refining and expanding specific skills through classroom and contest participation and public performance. Course # 5815 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: Oral Interpretation and Instructor Approval ORAL INTERPRETATION III This course is designed for the student who wishes further experience in literary performance. Students on this level will continue their development of analytical and performance techniques, refining and expanding specific skills through classroom and contest participation and public performance. Course # 5816 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: Oral Interpretation and Instructor Approval PUBLIC SPEAKING I This course will introduce students to the fundamentals of public speaking. Students will be asked to give an array of speeches that will enhance their appreciation of and comfort with the art of elocution. Course #

74 PUBLIC SPEAKING II This course will introduce students to the fundamentals of public speaking. Students will be asked to give an array of speeches that will enhance their appreciation of and comfort with the art of elocution. Course # 5805 English ENGLISH I English I, the foundation English course for 9th grade students, is composed of thematic units incorporating the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills including reading/literary study, writing, inquiry and research, listening, speaking, viewing and representing. The course provides instruction designed to equip the student with communication and thinking skills essential for success in social, academic (including SAT, ACT, and STAAR) and business situations. Course # 1113 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 9 Admission to High School ENGLISH I G/T Pre-AP English I Gifted/Talented includes humanities-based thematic units as well as all the strategies and concepts of a Pre-AP course. The accelerated curriculum combines advanced levels of study in the various genres of literature with the study of art and music to foster creative expression as well as content mastery. Writing requirements reflect analysis, synthesis, application and evaluation of the concepts presented. Vocabulary study is based on Greek and Latin word parts and derivatives. The course equips the student with the communication and thinking skills essential for success in social, academic (including SAT, ACT and STAAR) and business situations. In addition, this rigorous college-preparatory course is designed to prepare students for Advanced Placement coursework and the Advanced Placement testing program. Course # 1115 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 9 Qualification for the District's English Gifted/Talented Program ENGLISH I Pre-AP English I Pre-AP, an advanced English course of 9th grade students, is composed of thematic units incorporating the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills including reading/literary study, writing, inquiry and research, listening, speaking, viewing and representing. This course is designed to prepare students for the Advanced Placement courses and testing offered at junior and senior levels. It equips the student with the communication and thinking skills essential for success in social, academic (including SAT, ACT, and STAAR) and business situations. Summer reading, out-of-class reading, timed-writing and major projects are also important ingredients of the curriculum. Course # 1114 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 9 Admission to High School 70

75 ENGLISH II English II, the foundation English course for 10th grade students, is composed of thematic units incorporating the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills including reading/literary study, writing, inquiry and research, listening, speaking, viewing and representing. The course equips the student with the communication and thinking skills essential for success in social, academic (including SAT, ACT and STAAR) and business situations. Course # 1213 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 10 Recommended - English I ENGLISH II G/T Pre-AP English II Gifted/Talented includes humanities based thematic units as well as all the strategies and concepts of a Pre-AP course. The accelerated curriculum combines advanced levels of study in the various genres of literature with the study of art and music fostering creative expression and independent research as well as content mastery. Writing requirements reflect analysis, synthesis, application and evaluation of the concepts presented. The course equips the student with the communication and thinking skills essential for success in social, academic (including SAT, ACT and STAAR), and business situations. In addition, this rigorous collegepreparatory course is designed to prepare students for Advanced Placement coursework and the Advanced Placement testing program. Course # 1215 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 10 Recommended - English I or English I Pre-AP and Qualification for the District's English Gifted/Talented Program ENGLISH II Pre-AP English II Pre-AP, an advanced English course for 10th grade students, is composed of thematic units incorporating the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills including reading/literary study, writing, inquiry and research, listening, speaking, viewing and representing. This course is designed to prepare students for the Advanced Placement courses and testing offered at junior and senior levels. It equips the student with the communication and thinking skills essential for success in social, academic (including SAT, ACT and STAAR) and business situations. Summer reading, out-of-class reading, timed-writing and major projects are also important ingredients of the curriculum. Course # 1214 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 10 Recommended - English I or English I Pre-AP ENGLISH III English III, the foundation English course for 11th grade students, is composed of thematic units grounded in the study of American literature and individual student writing. The course incorporates the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills including reading/literary study, writing, inquiry/research, listening, speaking, viewing and representing. The course equips the student with the communication and thinking skills essential to success in social, academic (including STAAR/TAKS, SAT, ACT), and business situations. Course # 1313 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 11 Recommended - English II 71

76 ENGLISH III AP English III AP is an advanced English course for 11th grade students composed of thematic units. Grounded in the study of American literature and individual student writing, it incorporates the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills including reading/literary study, writing, inquiry and research, listening, speaking, viewing and representing. This course prepares students for the Advanced Placement testing offered at junior and senior levels and equips the student with the communication and thinking skills essential for success in social, academic (including SAT, ACT and STAAR/TAKS) and business situations. Summer reading, out-of-class reading, timed-writing and major projects are also important ingredients of the curriculum. Course # 1314 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 11 Recommended - English II or English II Pre-AP ENGLISH III G/T AP English III Gifted/Talented includes humanities-based thematic units focusing on The American Spirit through an investigation of novels, short stories, poetry and nonfiction. In addition to the strategies and concepts of an AP course, the accelerated curriculum combines advanced levels of study in the various genres of American literature with the study of American art and music to foster creative expression and independent research as well as content mastery. The course equips the student with the communication and thinking skills essential for success in social, academic (including SAT, ACT and STAAR/TAKS), and business situations. In addition, this rigorous college-preparatory course prepares the student for the Advanced Placement testing program. Course # 1315 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 11 Recommended - English II or English II Pre-AP and Qualification for the District's English Gifted/Talented Program ENGLISH IV English IV, the foundation English course for 12th grade students, is composed of thematic units grounded in the study of British/world literature and individual student writing. The course incorporates the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills including reading/literary study, writing, inquiry/research, listening, speaking, viewing and representing and equips the student with the communication and thinking skills essential for success in social, academic (including SAT and ACT) and business situations. Course # 1413 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 12 Recommended - English III ENGLISH IV AP English IV AP is an advanced English course for 12th grade students. Composed of thematic units and grounded in the study of British/world literature and individual student writing, it incorporates the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills including reading/literary study, writing, inquiry and research, listening, speaking, viewing and representing. Summer reading, out-of-class reading, timed-writing and major projects are also important ingredients of the curriculum. This course also prepares students for the Advanced Placement Tests and equips them with the communication and thinking skills essential for success in social, academic (including SAT, ACT and STAAR/TAKS) and business situations. In addition, students who meet the registration guidelines and course requirements of San Antonio College can receive dual credit for English 1301 and Course # 1501 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 12 English III or English III AP 72

77 ENGLISH IV G/T AP English IV Gifted/Talented/AP/Dual Credit includes humanities-based thematic seminars focused on an investigation of novels, short stories, poetry and nonfiction. In addition to the core strategies and concepts of an AP course, the strong humanities and philosophy content fosters creative expression and independent research as well as content mastery. The accelerated curriculum equips the student with the communication and thinking skills essential for success in social, academic (including SAT, ACT) and business situations and prepares students for Advanced Placement testing. In addition, students who meet the registration guidelines and course requirements of San Antonio College can receive dual credit for English 1301 and Course # 1502 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 12 English III or English III AP and Qualification for the District's English Gifted/Talented Program English for Speakers of Other Languages ENGLISH I FOR SPEAKERS OF OTHER LANGUAGES English I for Speakers of Other Languages is composed of thematic units incorporating the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills including reading/literary study, writing, inquiry and research, listening, speaking, viewing and representing. The course equips the student with the communication and thinking skills essential for success in social, academic and business situations. It also addresses the critical processes and features of second language acquisition and provides appropriate instruction to enable students to meet content requirements. Course # 1021 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 9 Admission to high school and LEP ENGLISH II FOR SPEAKERS OF OTHER LANGUAGES English II for Speakers of Other Languages is composed of units incorporating the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills including reading/literary study, writing, inquiry and research, listening, speaking, viewing and representing. The course equips the student with the communication and thinking skills essential for success in social, academic, and business situations. It also addresses the critical processes and features of second language acquisition and provides appropriate instruction to enable students to meet content requirements. Course # 1022 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 10 English I SOL INDEPENDENT STUDY IN ENG/SOL IV This is a required course for LEP students who are concurrently enrolled in regular English IV classes and are designated seniors. Students will write in a variety of forms for various issues and purposes. They will plan, draft and complete written compositions both traditionally and electronically. Students continue to read extensively texts selected in multiple genres for a variety of purposes. Students will respond to texts verbally and in writing. Students will connect their knowledge of the world and the knowledge they gather from other texts with the text being read. They will apply their knowledge and literacy in their native language to the second language. The course will be taught using ESL methodology. Course # 1024 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 12 Courses in the native country equivalent to 3 years of English or English I/SOL, English II/SOL, and English III/SOL or non-completion of the required state assessment. 73

78 PRACTICAL WRITING/SOL III This course emphasizes the conventions and mechanics of written English, the appropriate and effective application of English grammar, and the effective use of vocabulary. Students are expected to understand the recursive nature of the writing process. Course # 1020 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 11 Courses in native country equivalent to 2 years of English or English I/SOL and English II/SOL, and concurrent enrollment in English III or non-completion of the required state assessment. STUDY SKILLS FOR SPEAKERS OF OTHER LANGUAGES This is a class for speakers of other languages who are learning study skills through ESL methodologies. The student will receive individual tutoring in applying skills in subjects such as history, social studies, math and science. Course # 1001 Credit: 1.0 Local Credit Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 9-12 LPAC committee placement & A or B score on IPT Oral Assessment English Language Arts Electives ANALYSIS OF VISUAL MEDIA In this elective course students will study the various visual arts including radio, television, movies, painting, and multi-media to understand how they illustrate a message or theme. This course is analytically oriented. Students will learn broadcasting background and will examine current media trends. They will also gain hands on experience in media production by writing, producing, directing and editing programs and by running cameras. This course will have a strong composition emphasis which includes written critiques, essays, creative dialogues, editing sessions, interview questions, television copy, and research. Course # 1730 Credit: 0.5 Elective Term: Semester Grade Placement: Teacher Recommendation CREATIVE WRITING Creative writing is for the student who enjoys writing on his own and would like to develop his creativity and increase his output. Writing is concentrated on the genres of poetry, short story and various types of essays. The course involves keeping a journal of observations and ideas to serve as a springboard to creative invention. Students will frequently work on a one-to-one basis with the instructor to develop individual projects. Students are encouraged to participate in writing workshops and contests. Course # 1634 Credit: 0.5 Elective Term: Semester Grade Placement: 9-12 Teacher Recommendation 74

79 HUMANITIES The course Humanities includes philosophy, literature and the fine arts painting, sculpture, music, dance and drama. These are the basis of most activities and investigations as students attempt to understand the growth and development of great periods in western civilization. Students are encouraged to understand, appreciate, and enjoy the processes and products of their own creativity and that of others. Course # 1633 Credit: 0.5 Elective Term: Semester Grade Placement: Teacher Recommendation INDEPENDENT STUDY IN ENGLISH Independent study in English is an individually designed course for high-achieving students. Activities will be individually designed for students to provide opportunities to do one or more of the following: conduct research, produce original work in print or other medium, develop an advanced skill or study in a specific area of interest. Course # 1525 Credit: 0.5, 1.0 Elective Term: Sem., Full Year Grade Placement: Teacher and Staff Recommendation INDEPENDENT STUDY/LIT MAG PRODUCTION Independent Study/Lit Mag Production is a specifically designed course for students who desire to produce original student work in print through a literary magazine. Course # 1527 Credit: 0.5, 1.0 Elective Term: Sem., Full Year Grade Placement: 9-12 Teacher Recommendation INTERNSHIP Independent Study in English/MENTORSHIP is an individually designed course for high-achieving students. Students research and prepare story boards for projects which are tied to working with specific mentors in the corporate world. Oral presentation of all stages of the projects, using mixed media and advanced technology, is a key component of the course. Course # 1523 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 12 LITERARY GENRES Literary Genres is a course dealing with general literary skills. The student will be provided opportunities to distinguish among denotative, connotative and figurative language. The student will work with symbolism, imagery, tone, mood, irony and style in all genres. The student will recognize universal themes and point of view and will develop and apply criteria for evaluation of literary works. The student will work with poetry, short stories and drama as three major genres of literature and will be able to work with the skills required for each genre. Course # 1602 Credit: 0.5 Elective Term: Semester Grade Placement: Teacher Recommendation 75

80 LITERATURE OF THE BIBLE In this course students will study selections from the literature of the Bible as well as secular literature that employs allusions to the people and incidents of the Bible. This course is not a course in religion, but it is an opportunity for students to learn more about this part of our literary heritage. Art, music and film relating to the literature of the Bible will also be considered. Course # 1351 Credit: 0.5 Elective Term: Semester Grade Placement: Teacher Recommendation PRACTICAL WRITING SKILLS Practical Writing Skills is designed to provide students with individual tutorial help with grammar and writing skills. Writing will be taught as a process with prewriting, drafting, revising, editing and publishing as steps in the process. Students will work on mechanics, usage, diction, sentence combination and paragraph development in refining their writing skills. This course additionally covers the essential elements of writing effectively in practical situations. Course # 1635 Credit: 0.5 Elective Term: Semester Grade Placement: 9-12 Teacher Recommendation STAAR PREP ELA This course provides instructional support for students who have not been successful in meeting standards in place for the STAAR EOC English Reading and Writing assessments. The type of instruction will be designed to met the learning needs of each student. Course # 1102 Credit: 0.5 Term: Semester Grade Placement: 9-12 Counselor Recommendation Course # 1103 Counselor Recommendation TAKS SUCCESS IN ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS This course provides instructional support for students who previously have not been successful in meeting standards of the ELA Exit Level TAKS. Instruction will be designed to meet the learning needs of each student. Course # 1002 Credit: 0.5 Local Credit Term: Semester Grade Placement: Need to pass ELA TAKS exit level 76

81 UIL ACADEMIC ENGLISH This course prepares students to compete in UIL competition at the district, regional and state levels. Course # 1529 Credit: 0.5 Term: Semester Grade Placement: 9-12 None Course # 1530 None WRITERS FROM MINORITY CULTURES IN AMERICA Students will read and write about a variety of texts including diaries, memoirs, poetry, fiction, drama and nonfiction written by writers from minority cultures. The course is designed to reinforce the English Language Arts concepts and skills as specified in the English III TEKS. Course # 1606 Credit: 0.5 Elective Term: Semester Grade Placement: English II Fine Arts - Choral Music BOYS CHORUS I This course will explore and study basic vocal and choral techniques including good tone production, dictation, balance and blend, and artistic interpretation of the composer s intent. Music theory and sight-singing will be part of the curriculum with performance opportunities available. Course # 5712 Interest/Boys 9-12 CHOIR I This course will explore and study basic vocal and choral techniques including good tone production, dictation, balance and blend and artistic interpretation of the composer s intent. Music theory and sight-singing will be part of the curriculum with performance opportunities available. Course # 5711 Interest Students participating in this performing arts course will be charged a district uniform rental fee of $10 per year. 77

82 CHOIR II Reading and vocal skills will continue to be developed. The student will be provided opportunities to experience and discuss a variety of choral styles and composers. This class will participate in scheduled performances and competitions. Course # 5721 Placement by Audition/Teacher Recommendation Students participating in this performing arts course will be charged a district uniform rental fee of $10 per year. CHOIR III Basic singing skills and the study of vocal and choral techniques will be amplified, with a continuing emphasis on sight-singing, music theory and music literature. Performance opportunities, exploration of self-expression through music and competitive activities are stressed. Course # 5731 Placement by Audition/Teacher Recommendation Students participating in this performing arts course will be charged a district uniform rental fee of $10 per year. CHOIR IV Further study of vocal skills and choral techniques will be encouraged with a continued emphasis on sightsinging, music theory and music literature. Self-expression through musical performance will be emphasized and participation in competitive activities will be encouraged. Course # 5741 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: Audition/Teacher Recommendation Students participating in this performing arts course will be charged a district uniform rental fee of $10 per year. VOCAL ENSEMBLE I This course is for a highly select number of students who will learn choral music through performance of many varied styles of choral music. Prior choral experience is needed for entry into these groups. Course # 5751 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: Audition/Teacher Recommendation VOCAL ENSEMBLE II This course is for a highly select number of students who will learn choral music through performance of many varied styles of choral music. Prior choral experience is needed for entry into these groups. Course # 5761 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: Audition/Teacher Recommendation 78

83 Fine Arts - Dance DANCE I - CHEER The student will be offered opportunities to explore the vocabulary of dance movement and to acquire fundamental skills in ballet, jazz, novelty, military, pom, high kick and prop. The student will explore hand routines, cheers, chants and marching fundamentals. The student will further develop creative expression through movement, develop an awareness of space, time and energy as design factors in dance and develop self-confidence through dance and appreciation for dance as an art form. Course # 7430 Teacher Recommendation Students participating in this performing arts course will be charged a district uniform fee of $25 per year. For a student who is in the first year of any high school dance class. DANCE I - DRILL The student will be offered opportunities to explore the vocabulary of dance movement and to acquire fundamental skills in ballet, jazz, novelty, military, pom, high kick and prop. The student will explore hand routines, cheers, chants and marching fundamentals. The student will further develop creative expression through movement, develop an awareness of space, time and energy as design factors in dance and develop self-confidence through dance and appreciation for dance as an art form. Course # 7411 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 9 Teacher Recommendation Students participating in this performing arts course will be charged a district uniform fee of $25 per year. For a student who is in the first year of any high school dance class. DANCE I - NON-COMPETITIVE The student will be offered opportrunities to explore the vocabulary of dance movement and to acquire fundamental skills in ballet, jazz, novelty, military, pom, high kick and prop. The student will explore hand routines, cheers, chants and marching fundamentals. The student will further develop creative expression through movement, develop an awareness of space, time and energy as design factors in dance and develop self-confidence through dance and appreciation for dance as an art form. Course # 7421 Interest For a student who is in the first year of any high school dance class. DANCE I - PEP SQUAD The student will be offered opportunities to explore the vocabulary of dance movement and to acquire fundamental skills in ballet, jazz, novelty, military, pom, high kick and prop. The student will explore hand routines, cheers, chants and marching fundamentals. The student will further develop creative expression through movement, develop an awareness of space, time and energy as design factors in dance and develop self-confidence through dance and appreciation for dance as an art form. Course # 7402 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 9 Interest Students participating in this performing arts course will be charged a district uniform fee of $25 per year. For a student who is in the first year of any high school dance class. 79

84 DANCE II - CHEER Vocabulary of dance movement and knowledge of factors that influence movement will be further explored. Creative expression through choreography opportunities will be introduced. Development of sensitivity to tempo, spatial concepts and floor patterns and an increased ability to perform technical skills in dance will be pursued. Audition procedures for performance will be introduced. The student will begin the performance phase at this level. Course # 7431 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: Prior Dance Experience and Teacher Recommendation Students participating in this performing arts course will be charged a district uniform fee of $25 per year. For a student who has completed any one year of high school dance class. DANCE II - DRILL Vocabulary of dance movement and knowledge of factors that influence movement will be further explored. Creative expression through choreography opportunities will be introduced. Development of sensitivity to tempo, spatial concepts and floor patterns and an increased ability to perform technical skills in dance will be pursued. Audition procedures for performance will be introduced. The student will begin the performance phase at this level. Course # 7412 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 10 Prior Dance Experience and Teacher Recommendation Students participating in this performing arts course will be charged a district uniform fee of $25 per year. For a student who has completed any one year of high school dance class. DANCE II - NON-COMPETITIVE Vocabulary of dance movement and knowledge of factors that influence movement will be further explored. Creative expression through choreography opportunities will be introduced. Development of sensitivity to tempo, spatial concepts and floor patterns and an increased ability to perform technical skills in dance will be pursued. Audition procedures for performance will be introduced. The student will begin the performance phase at this level. Course # 7422 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 10 Prior Dance Experience and Teacher Recommendation For a student who has completed any one year of high school dance class. DANCE II - PEP SQUAD Vocabulary of dance movement and knowledge of factors that influence movement will be further explored. Creative expression through choreography opportunities will be introduced. Development of sensitivity to tempo, spatial concepts and floor patterns and an increased ability to perform technical skills in dance will be pursued. Audition procedures for performance will be introduced. The student will begin the performance phase at this level. Course # 7403 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 10 Prior Dance Experience and Teacher Recommendation Students participating in this performing arts course will be charged a district uniform fee of $25 per year. For a student who has completed any one year of high school dance class. 80

85 DANCE III - CHEER Emphasis will include more in-depth instruction in factors that influence movement. The student will additionally explore design factors in dance techniques and composition, learn to audition, rehearse and perform in public, choreograph movement statements and analyze and evaluate dance performance. Instructional and choreography procedures will be utilized at this level. Course # 7432 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: Prior Dance Experience/Audition/Teacher Recommendation Students participating in this performing arts course will be charged a district uniform fee of $25 per year. For a student who has completed any two years of high school dance classes. DANCE III - DANCE TEAM Emphasis will include more in-depth instruction in factors that influence movement. The student will additionally explore design factors in dance techniques and composition, learn to audition, rehearse and perform in public, choreograph movement statements and analyze and evaluate dance performance. Instructional and choreography procedures will be utilized at this level. Course # 7408 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: Prior Dance Experience/Audition/Teacher Recommendation Students participating in this performing arts course will be charged a district uniform fee of $25 per year. For a student who has completed any two years of high school dance classes. DANCE III - DRILL Emphasis will include more in-depth instruction in factors that influence movement. The student will additionally explore design factors in dance techniques and composition, learn to audition, rehearse and perform in public, choreograph movement statements and analyze and evaluate dance performance. Instructional and choreography procedures will be utilized at this level. Course # 7413 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 11 Prior Dance Experience/Audition/Teacher Recommendation Students participating in this performing arts course will be charged a district uniform fee of $25 per year. For a student who has completed any two years of high school dance classes. DANCE III - NON-COMPETITIVE Emphasis will include more in-depth instruction in factors that influence movement. The student will additionally explore design factors in dance techniques and composition, learn to audition, rehearse and perform in public, choreograph movement statements and analyze and evaluate dance performance. Instructional and choreography procedures will be utilized at this level. Course # 7423 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: Prior Dance Experience/Audition/Teacher Recommendation For a student who has completed any two years of high school dance classes. DANCE III - PEP SQUAD Emphasis will include more in-depth instruction in factors that influence movement. The student will additionally explore design factors in dance techniques and composition, learn to audition, rehearse and perform in public, choreograph movement statements and analyze and evaluate dance performance. Instructional and choreography procedures will be utilized at this level. Course # 7404 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 11 Prior Dance Experience/Audition/Teacher Recommendation Students participating in this performing arts course will be charged a district uniform fee of $25 per year. For a student who has completed any two years of high school dance classes. 81

86 DANCE IV - CHEER Emphasis will include more in-depth instruction in factors that influence movement. The student will additionally explore design factors in dance technique and composition, learn to audition, rehearse and perform in public, choreograph movement statements and analyze and evaluate dance performance. Instructional and choreography procedures will be utilized at this level. Course # 7433 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 12 Prior Dance Experience/Audition/Teacher Recommendation Students participating in this performing arts course will be charged a district uniform fee of $25 per year. For a student who has completed any three years of high school dance classes. DANCE IV - DANCE TEAM Emphasis will include more in-depth instruction in factors that influence movement. The student will additionally explore design factors in dance technique and composition, learn to audition, rehearse and perform in public, choreograph movement statements and analyze and evaluate dance performance. Instructional and choreography procedures will be utilized at this level. Course # 7409 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: Prior Dance Experience/Audition/Teacher Recommendation Students participating in this performing arts course will be charged a district uniform fee of $25 per year. For a student who has completed any three years of high school dance classes. DANCE IV - DRILL Emphasis will include more in-depth instruction in factors that influence movement. The student will additionally explore design factors in dance technique and composition, learn to audition, rehearse and perform in public, choreograph movement statements and analyze and evaluate dance performance. Instructional and choreography procedures will be utilized at this level. Course # 7414 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 12 Prior Dance Experience/Audition/Teacher Recommendation Students participating in this performing arts course will be charged a district uniform fee of $25 per year. For a student who has completed any three years of high school dance classes. DANCE IV - NON-COMPETITIVE Emphasis will include more in-depth instruction in factors that influence movement. The student will additionally explore design factors in dance technique and composition, learn to audition, rehearse and perform in public, choreograph movement statements and analyze and evaluate dance performance. Instructional and choreography procedures will be utilized at this level. Course # 7424 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 12 Prior Dance Experience/Audition/Teacher Recommendation For a student who has completed any three years of high school dance classes. DANCE IV - PEP SQUAD Emphasis will include more in-depth instruction in factors that influence movement. The student will additionally explore design factors in dance technique and composition, learn to audition, rehearse and perform in public, choreograph movement statements and analyze and evaluate dance performance. Instructional and choreography procedures will be utilized at this level. Course # 7405 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 12 Prior Dance Experience/Audition/Teacher Recommendation Students participating in this performing arts course will be charged a district uniform fee of $25 per year. For a student who has completed any three years of high school dance classes. 82

87 DANCE TEAM I The student will be offered opportunities to explore the vocabulary of dance movement and to acquire fundamental skills in ballet, jazz, novelty, military, pom, high kick and prop. The student will explore hand routines, cheers, chants and marching fundamentals. The student will further develop creative expression through movement, develop an awareness of space, time and energy as design factors in dance and develop self-confidence through dance and appreciation for dance as an art form. Course # 7415 Interest For a student who is in the first year of any high school dance class. DANCE TEAM II Vocabulary of dance movement and knowledge of factors that influence movement will be further explored. Creative expression through choreography opportunities will be introduced. Development of sensitivity to tempo, spatial concepts and floor patterns and an increased ability to perform technical skills in dance will be pursued. Audition procedures for performance will be introduced. The student will begin the performance phase at this level. Course # 7416 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 10 Prior Dance Experience and Teacher Recommendation For a student who has completed any one year of high school dance class. DANCE TEAM III Emphasis will include more in-depth instruction in factors that influence movement. The student will additionally explore design factors in dance techniques and composition, learn to audition, rehearse and perform in public, choreograph movement statements and analyze and evaluate dance performance. Instructional and choreography procedures will be utilized at this level. Course # 7417 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: Prior Dance Experience/Audition/Teacher Recommendation For a student who has completed any two years of high school dance classes. DANCE TEAM IV Emphasis will include more in-depth instruction in factors that influence movement. The student will additionally explore design factors in dance technique and composition, learn to audition, rehearse and perform in public, choreograph movement statements and analyze and evaluate dance performance. Instructional and choreography procedures will be utilized at this level. Course # 7418 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 12 Prior Dance Experience/Audition/Teacher Recommendation For a student who has completed any three years of high school dance classes. 83

88 Fine Arts - Instrumental Music BAND I During the fall semester, marching band is the primary performing organization. Appearances at pep rallies, football games, parades and other community gatherings require a substantial amount of out-of-school practice for students enrolled in the course. Some campuses may offer concert band activities in addition to the marching band during the fall semester. During the spring semester, students who have reached a high degree of proficiency on their instrument may be scheduled into the symphonic band. Members of this organization will perform the most difficult of wind/percussion literature requiring that students be prepared to spend extra time outside of the school day preparing for performances. Other students may participate in a concert band activity. Course # 5611 Placement of Audition/Teacher Recommendation Students participating in this performing arts course will be charged a district uniform fee of $25 per year. Students who utilize instruments owned by NEISD will be charged a district instrument usage fee of $30 per year. BAND II During the fall semester, marching band is the primary performing organization. Appearances at pep rallies, football games, parades and other community gatherings require a substantial amount of out-of-school practice for students enrolled in the course. Some campuses may offer concert band activities in addition to the marching band during the fall semester. During the spring semester, students who have reached a high degree of proficiency on their instrument may be scheduled into the symphonic band. Members of this organization will perform the most difficult of wind/percussion literature requiring that students be prepared to spend extra time outside of the school day preparing for performances. Other students may participate in a concert band activity. Course # 5621 Placement of Audition/Teacher Recommendation Students participating in this performing arts course will be charged a district uniform fee of $25 per year. Students who utilize instruments owned by NEISD will be charged a district instrument usage fee of $30 per year. BAND III During the fall semester, marching band is the primary performing organization. Appearances at pep rallies, football games, parades and other community gatherings require a substantial amount of out-of-school practice for students enrolled in the course. Some campuses may offer concert band activities in addition to the marching band during the fall semester. During the spring semester, students who have reached a high degree of proficiency on their instrument may be scheduled into the symphonic band. Members of this organization will perform the most difficult of wind/percussion literature requiring that students be prepared to spend extra time outside of the school day preparing for performances. Other students may participate in a concert band activity. Course # 5632 Placement of Audition/Teacher Recommendation Students participating in this performing arts course will be charged a district uniform fee of $25 per year. Students who utilize instruments owned by NEISD will be charged a district instrument usage fee of $30 per year. 84

89 BAND IV During the fall semester, marching band is the primary performing organization. Appearances at pep rallies, football games, parades and other community gatherings require a substantial amount of out-of-school practice for students enrolled in the course. Some campuses may offer concert band activities in addition to the marching band during the fall semester. During the spring semester, students who have reached a high degree of proficiency on their instrument may be scheduled into the symphonic band. Members of this organization will perform the most difficult of wind/percussion literature requiring that students be prepared to spend extra time outside of the school day preparing for performances. Other students may participate in a concert band activity. Course # 5642 Placement of Audition/Teacher Recommendation Students participating in this performing arts course will be charged a district uniform fee of $25 per year. Students who utilize instruments owned by NEISD will be charged a district instrument usage fee of $30 per year. FLAGS I Students will explore dance technique and composition through participation in the color guard. Course # 5619 Placement by Audition/Teacher Recommendation Students participating in this performing arts course will be charged a district uniform fee of $25 per year. FLAGS II Students will explore dance technique and composition through participation in the color guard. Course # 5629 Credit: 0.5, 1.0 Term: Semester, Full Year Grade Placement: Placement by Audition/Teacher Recommendation Students participating in this performing arts course will be charged a district uniform fee of $25 per year. FLAGS III Students will explore dance technique and composition through participation in the color guard. Course # 5639 Credit: 0.5, 1.0 Term: Semester, Full Year Grade Placement: Placement by Audition/Teacher Recommendation Students participating in this performing arts course will be charged a district uniform fee of $25 per year. FLAGS IV Students will explore dance technique and composition through participation in the color guard. Course # 5649 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 12 Placement by Audition/Teacher Recommendation Students participating in this performing arts course will be charged a district uniform fee of $25 per year. 85

90 INSTRUMENTAL ENSEMBLE I This course is offered for those students who are striving to reach a high degree of excellence in musical performance and who elect to schedule two music courses during the same semester. Exception: Guitar students. Emphasis is placed on individual performance considerations with regard to specific instruments and the problems one encounters during performances on that instrument. Course # 5691 Placement by Audition/Teacher Recommendation Must be currently enrolled in band or orchestra class Exception: Guitar students INSTRUMENTAL ENSEMBLE II This course is offered for those students who are striving to reach a high degree of excellence in musical performance and who elect to schedule two music courses during the same semester. Exception: Guitar students. Emphasis is placed on individual performance considerations with regard to specific instruments and the problems one encounters during performances on that instrument. Course # 5692 Placement by Audition/Teacher Recommendation Must be currently enrolled in band or orchestra class Exception: Guitar students INSTRUMENTAL ENSEMBLE III This course is offered for those students who are striving to reach a high degree of excellence in musical performance and who elect to schedule two music courses during the same semester. Exception: Guitar students. Emphasis is placed on individual performance considerations with regard to specific instruments and the problems one encounters during performances on that instrument. Course # 5693 Placement by Audition/Teacher Recommendation Must be currently enrolled in band or orchestra class Exception: Guitar students INSTRUMENTAL ENSEMBLE IV This course is offered for those students who are striving to reach a high degree of excellence in musical performance and who elect to schedule two music courses during the same semester. Exception: Guitar students. Emphasis is placed on individual performance considerations with regard to specific instruments and the problems one encounters during performances on that instrument. Course # 5694 Placement by Audition/Teacher Recommendation Must be currently enrolled in band or orchestra class Exception: Guitar students MUSIC THEORY AP This is an accelerated music theory course that focuses on the principles of music composition. Students will develop and master aural skills in music reading and sight-singing; will master melodic/harmonic/rhythmic dictation; will study form and analysis of musical composition; and will develop critical evaluation skills with regard to musical performance. Attendance at a variety of musical performances is a requirement for this course. Students will prepare for the Advanced Placement Exam through intensive study and analysis of musical examples in scores, recordings and live performance. Students passing the Advanced Placement Exam may receive college credit. Course # 5680 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement:

91 ORCHESTRA I Major emphasis in the high school orchestra is on the continued development of technical skills and musical knowledge through the preparation and performance of music of the masters. Every effort is made to maintain a well balanced instrumentation. The student should be prepared to spend substantial time outside of the regular classroom period for practice and performance. Course # 5671 Placement of Audition/Teacher Recommendation Students participating in this performing arts course will be charged a district uniform rental fee of $10 per year. Students who utilize instruments owned by NEISD will be charged a district instrument usage fee of $30 per year. ORCHESTRA II Major emphasis in the high school orchestra is on the continued development of technical skills and musical knowledge through the preparation and performance of music of the masters. Every effort is made to maintain a well balanced instrumentation. The student should be prepared to spend substantial time outside of the regular classroom period for practice and performance. Course # 5672 Placement of Audition/Teacher Recommendation Students participating in this performing arts course will be charged a district uniform rental fee of $10 per year. Students who utilize instruments owned by NEISD will be charged a district instrument usage fee of $30 per year. ORCHESTRA III Major emphasis in the high school orchestra is on the continued development of technical skills and musical knowledge through the preparation and performance of music of the masters. Every effort is made to maintain a well balanced instrumentation. The student should be prepared to spend substantial time outside of the regular classroom period for practice and performance. Course # 5673 Placement of Audition/Teacher Recommendation Students participating in this performing arts course will be charged a district uniform rental fee of $10 per year. Students who utilize instruments owned by NEISD will be charged a district instrument usage fee of $30 per year. ORCHESTRA IV Major emphasis in the high school orchestra is on the continued development of technical skills and musical knowledge through the preparation and performance of music of the masters. Every effort is made to maintain a well balanced instrumentation. The student should be prepared to spend substantial time outside of the regular classroom period for practice and performance. Course # 5674 Placement of Audition/Teacher Recommendation Students participating in this performing arts course will be charged a district uniform rental fee of $10 per year. Students who utilize instruments owned by NEISD will be charged a district instrument usage fee of $30 per year. 87

92 Fine Arts - Theatre Arts TECHNICAL THEATRE I This course is designed for the student interested in pursuing the craft of stage design and execution and theatre management. The student will explore scenery, properties, lighting, costumes, makeup, sound, public relations and research and design. Students will also evaluate the work of other technicians and expand their appreciation of theatre through attendance at and involvement in theatrical events. Co-curricular involvement in production activities is an integral and essential requirement of the class. Course # 5920 Interest, Previous Middle School or High School Theatre Arts Class, and Teacher Recommendation (For the entering 9th grade student, the middle school theatre arts teacher should be the recommending teacher. For students in grades or coming from outside the NEISD, the high school instructor should be the recommending teacher.) TECHNICAL THEATRE II This course is designed for the student interested in pursuing the craft of stage design and execution and theatre management. The student will explore scenery, properties, lighting, costumes, makeup, sound, public relations and research and design. Students will also evaluate the work of other technicians and expand their appreciation of theatre through attendance at and involvement in theatrical events. Co-curricular involvement in production activities is an integral and essential requirement of the class. Course # 5925 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: Technical Theatre I and Teacher Recommendation TECHNICAL THEATRE III This course is designed for the student interested in pursuing the craft of stage design and execution and theatre management. The student will explore scenery, properties, lighting, costumes, makeup, sound, public relations and research and design. Students will also evaluate the work of other technicians and expand their appreciation of theatre through attendance at and involvement in theatrical events. Co-curricular involvement in production activities is an integral and essential requirement of the class. Course # 5930 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: Technical Theatre II and Teacher Recommendation TECHNICAL THEATRE IV This technical theatre course is designed for students interested in pursuing the craft of stage design and execution as well as theatre management. The student will explore scenery, properties, lighting, costumes, make-up, sound, public relations and research and design. Students will also evaluate the work of other technicians and expand their appreciation of theatre through attendance at and involvement in theatrical events. Course # 5931 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 12 Technical Theatre I-III 88

93 THEATRE ARTS I Theatre Arts I, designed as a survey course, provides the student with an intense sampling of all facts of theatre, with an emphasis being placed on actor training. The subject matter will range from stage terminology, structure of plays and early theatrical history to vocal and movement training for the actor. Also included will be acting (improvisation, character analysis and duet/group acting) as well as stage design and construction, lighting, costuming and makeup. NOTE: Some campuses offer a special section of Theatre Arts I for students who enter high school with strong middle school experience in theatre. Prerequisites for enrolling in this special section include a middle school theatre arts class and teacher recommendation. (The recommending teacher should be the middle school theatre arts teacher. If a student is from outside the NEISD and needs a recommendation, then the high school theatre arts teacher will interview and/or audition the student for approval.) In addition to the introductory material covered in the class, co-curricular involvement in productions, contests and other such activities is an integral part of this program. Course # 5900 Credit: 1.0 Term: Semester, Full Year Grade Placement: 9-12 None Course # 5901 Credit: 0.5 Term: Semester Grade Placement: 9-12 None THEATRE ARTS II Theatre Arts II is designed to emphasize advanced study in two areas: acting and design. Course units will include the study of advanced acting techniques and application of the design elements for the stage through group and individual projects. Involvement in co-curricular productions, contests and/or other such activities is an integral requirement of the class. Course # 5905 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: Theatre Arts I or Equivalent and Teacher Recommendation THEATRE ARTS III Theatre Arts III provides the third year student with advanced actor training, a broad understanding of dramatic literature and training in the specialized skills of playwriting, design and directing. Involvement in co-curricular productions, contests and/or other such activities is an integral requirement of the class. Course # 5906 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: Theatre Arts I and II or Equivalent and Teacher Recommendation THEATRE ARTS IV Theatre Arts IV continues to provide the advanced theatre student with extensive actor preparation as well as specialized training in areas of special interest to the individual student. Among these are theatre literature, design, directing and playwriting. Emphasis is on the refinement of skills. Involvement in co-curricular productions, contests and/or other such activities is an integral requirement of the class. Course # 5907 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 12 Theatre Arts I, II, III or Equivalent and Teacher Recommendation 89

94 THEATRE PRODUCTION I This course focuses on all aspects of theatrical production: acting concepts and skills, production concepts and skills and aesthetic growth through appreciation of theatrical events. Students will share in the theatre experience by working in the various areas associated with overall production. Involvement in co-curricular production activities is an integral and essential requirement of theatre production. Course # 5910 Teacher Recommendation Course # 5911 Credit: 0.5 Term: Semester 1 Grade Placement: 9-12 Teacher Recommendation Course # 5912 Credit: 0.5 Term: Semester 2 Grade Placement: 9-12 Teacher Recommendation THEATRE PRODUCTION II This course focuses on all aspects of theatrical production: acting concepts and skills, production concepts and skills and aesthetic growth through appreciation of theatrical events. Students will share in the theatre experience by working in the various areas associated with overall production. Involvement in co-curricular production activities is an integral and essential requirement of theatre production. Course # 5915 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: Theatre Production I and Teacher Recommendation THEATRE PRODUCTION III This course focuses on all aspects of theatrical production: acting concepts and skills, production concepts and skills and aesthetic growth through appreciation of theatrical events. Students will share in the theatre experience by working in the various areas associated with overall production. Involvement in co-curricular production activities is an integral and essential requirement of theatre production. Course # 5916 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: Theatre Production I, II and Teacher Recommendation THEATRE PRODUCTION IV This course focuses on all aspects of theatrical production: acting concepts and skills, production concepts and skills and aesthetic growth through appreciation of theatrical events. Students will share in the theatre experience by working in the various areas associated with overall production. Involvement in co-curricular production activities is an integral and essential requirement of theatre production. Course # 5917 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 12 Theatre Production I, II, III and Teacher Recommendation 90

95 Fine Arts - Visual Arts 2D ART PORTFOLIO AP The Advanced Placement program enables highly motivated students to pursue college-level work in studio art while still in high school. Candidates develop an extensive portfolio of 2D work for College Board evaluation at the end of the school year. This program is intended for students seriously committed to studying and producing art. Course # 5501 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: NEISD Recommended: One credit of any Level II course Art students will have a supply list to purchase. Some classes may also require a supply fee for purchase of special materials. 3D ART PORTFOLIO AP The Advanced Placement program enables highly motivated students to pursue college-level work in studio art while still in high school. Candidates develop an extensive portfolio of 3D work for College Board evaluation at the end of the school year. This program is intended for students seriously committed to studying and producing art. Course # 5449 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: NEISD Recommended: One credit of any Level II course Art students will have a supply list to purchase. Some classes may also require a supply fee for purchase of special materials. ADVANCED PHOTOGRAPHY Advanced photography students will develop themes and individual styles through investigation, interpretation and reinventing an idea through multiple solutions. They will create prints in their own styles investigating and using alternative processes by combining alternative and traditional techniques. Course # 5508 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: Art II Photography AP HISTORY OF ART This course is a full year introductory college course in the history of art. The primary study focuses on Western art with some attention to the art of other cultures. The curriculum includes basic information about artists, schools and movements, chronological periods and specific dates and the subjects, styles, and techniques of particular works of art. Students will prepare for the Advanced Placement Exam through intensive work with essay writing, slide recognition, and group projects. Course # 5499 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: One credit of any Level II course recommended Art students will have a supply list to purchase. Some classes may also require a supply fee for purchase of special materials. 91

96 ART I (2D & 3D) Art provides a study of the art elements and principles through experience with a variety of art media and tools in design, drawing, painting, printmaking and sculpture; an exploration of art history and culture; and an evaluation of artwork through discussion and critique. Course # 5511 None Art students will have a supply list to purchase. Some classes may also require a supply fee for purchase of special materials. ART I Pre-AP Art I Pre-AP is designed for students who have demonstrated serious interest in pursuing art as a career. Students will develop skills in studio art and begin building a portfolio. This class prepares students for upperlevel art classes. Course # 5512 Completion of Middle School Art Courses recommended Art students will have a supply list to purchase. Some classes may also require a supply fee for purchase of special materials. ART II PHOTOGRAPHY Photography II students will use the camera as a tool for expressing aesthetic ideas through direct observation. They will develop subjects of personal interest into multiple ideas or themes. Course # 5571 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: Art I DRAWING AP (2D) The Advanced Placement program enables students to pursue college-level work while still in high school. The drawing course is geared to highly motivated students who are seriously interested in drawing with all media. Focus will be on the development of an original drawing portfolio containing slides of specified works as well as 6 additional quality pieces of art. The portfolio is submitted to the College Board at the conclusion of the course. Course # 5502 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: One credit of any Level II course recommended Art students will have a supply list to purchase. Some classes may also require a supply fee for purchase of special materials. DRAWING II Drawing II continues the study begun in Art 1. Students develop and express original ideas and experiences through a variety of drawing media; explore and analyze art history and culture; and evaluate artwork through discussion and critique. Course # 5521 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: Art I Art students will have a supply list to purchase. Some classes may also require a supply fee for purchase of special materials. 92

97 DRAWING III (2D) Drawing III students express original ideas and experiences; solve visual problems by developing solutions that utilize design and technical skills; expand ability with drawing media; explore and analyze art history and culture; trace the influences of various cultures on contemporary artwork; develop a personal portfolio and evaluate artwork through discussion and critique. Course # 5531 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: Drawing II Art students will have a supply list to purchase. Some classes may also require a supply fee for purchase of special materials. DRAWING IV (2D) Drawing IV students, through self-directed investigations, develop themes to produce an original body of artwork. The students analyze and interpret art history and culture; develop a personal portfolio and participate in a senior exhibition; analyze a wide range of artwork; and work toward mastery of drawing media. Course # 5541 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 12 Drawing III Art students will have a supply list to purchase. Some classes may also require a supply fee for purchase of special materials. ELECTRONIC MEDIA II Electronic Media II students work with paint and image manipulation software. Topics include: creation of original digital artwork, input of pictures with scanning and video digitizing, image retouching, compositing and integration of text and image. Students express thoughts creatively; problem-solve; interpret visual parallels between the structures of natural and human-made environments; analyze artistic styles and cultural heritage; research career choices in art; formulate multiple solutions to design problems; critique original artwork, portfolios and artwork of peers. Course # 5572 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: Art I Art students will have a supply list to purchase. Some classes may also require a supply fee for purchase of special materials. ELECTRONIC MEDIA III In Electronic Media III, students work with paint and image manipulation software. Other topics include creation of original digital artwork, inputting of pictures with scanning and video digitizing, image retouching, compositing, and integration of text and image. Students express thoughts creatively; problem solve; interpret visual parallels between the structures of natural and human-made environments; analyze artistic skills and cultural heritage; research career choices in art; develop personal portfolios; and evaluate artwork through discussion and critique. Course # 5573 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: Electronic Media II Art students will have a supply list to purchase. Some classes may also require a supply fee for purchase of special materials. 93

98 ELECTRONIC MEDIA IV In Electronic Media IV, students will continue to work with paint and image manipulation software. Other topics include creation of original digital artwork, inputting of pictures with scanning and video digitizing, image retouching, compositing, and integration of text and image. Students express thoughts creatively; problem solve; interpret visual parallels between the structures of natural and human-made environments; analyze artistic skills and cultural heritage; research career choices in art; develop personal portfolios; and evaluate artwork through discussion and critique. Course # 5574 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: Electronic Media III Art students will have a supply list to purchase. Some classes may also require a supply fee for purchase of special materials. GRAPHIC DESIGN III Graphic Design III students express original ideas and experiences; solve visual problems by developing solutions that utilize design and technical skills; expand techniques of commercial design; survey commercial approaches to idea presentation and media; explore and analyze art history and culture; trace the influences of various cultures on contemporary artwork; develop a professional portfolio; and evaluate artwork through discussion and critique. Emphasis is on quality work and meeting deadlines. Course # 5537 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: One credit of any Level II course Art students will have a supply list to purchase. Some classes may also require a supply fee for purchase of special materials. GRAPHIC DESIGN IV (2D) Graphic Design IV students, through self-directed investigations, develop themes to produce an original body of artwork. The students analyze and interpret art history and culture; develop a personal portfolio and participate in a senior exhibition; analyze a wide range of artwork; work toward mastery of advanced techniques of commercial design; and survey commercial approaches to idea presentation and media. Emphasis is placed on professional standards. Course # 5547 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 12 Graphic Design III Art students will have a supply list to purchase. Some classes may also require a supply fee for purchase of special materials. JEWELRY ARTS II This course will enable students to learn about the history of body adornment as well as offer a hands-on opportunity to design and create original jewelry of social and intensive self-value. Metal Design is the 6th largest industry offering high paying employment opportunities. The curriculum focuses on higher level thinking skills, problem-solving and cognitive skill development. Course # 5526 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: Art I Art students will have a supply list to purchase. Some classes may also require a supply fee for purchase of special materials. 94

99 JEWELRY III Students will learn advanced metal techniques including soldering and stone setting. The course will cover basic jewelry repair. Students will complete several advanced designs per semester. Course # 5527 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: Jewelry Arts II Art students will have a supply list to purchase. Some classes may also require a supply fee for purchase of special materials. PAINTING II (2D) Painting II continues the study begun in Art I. Students develop and express original ideas and experiences through a variety of paint media and techniques; explore and analyze art history and culture; and evaluate artwork through discussion and critique. Course # 5525 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: Art I Art students will have a supply list to purchase. Some classes may also require a supply fee for purchase of special materials. PAINTING III (2D) Painting III students express original ideas and experiences; solve visual problems by developing solutions that utilize design and technical skills; expand ability with paint media; explore and analyze art history and culture; trace the influences of various cultures on contemporary artwork; develop a personal portfolio; and evaluate artwork through discussion and critique. Course # 5535 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: Painting II Art students will have a supply list to purchase. Some classes may also require a supply fee for purchase of special materials. PAINTING IV (2D) Painting IV students, through self-directed investigations, develop themes to produce an original body of artwork. The students analyze and interpret art history and culture; develop a personal portfolio and participate in a senior exhibition; analyze a wide range of artwork; and work toward mastery of drawing media. Course # 5545 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 12 Painting III Art students will have a supply list to purchase. Some classes may also require a supply fee for purchase of special materials. SCULPTURE II (3D) Sculpture II continues the study begun in Art I. Students develop and express original ideas and experiences through additive, subtractive and other sculpting techniques; explore and analyze art history and culture; and evaluate artwork through discussion and critique. Course # 5523 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: Art I Art students will have a supply list to purchase. Some classes may also require a supply fee for purchase of special materials. 95

100 SCULPTURE III (3D) Sculpture III students express original ideas and experiences; solve visual problems by developing solutions that utilize design and technical skills; expand abilities of experiences through additive, subtractive and other sculpting techniques; explore and analyze art history and culture; trace the influences of various cultures on contemporary artwork; develop a personal portfolio; and evaluate artwork through discussion and critique. Course # 5533 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: Sculpture II Art students will have a supply list to purchase. Some classes may also require a supply fee for purchase of special materials. SCULPTURE IV (3D) Sculpture IV students, through self-directed investigations, develop themes to produce an original body of artwork. The students analyze and interpret art history and culture; develop a personal portfolio and participate in a senior exhibition; analyze a wide range of artwork and work toward mastery of skills by providing experiences in additive, subtractive and other sculpting techniques. Course # 5543 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 12 Sculpture III Art students will have a supply list to purchase. Some classes may also require a supply fee for purchase of special materials. Foreign Language - American Sign Language AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE I Sign Language is a course designed to enable students to communicate using sign language at a basic conversational level. The students will begin to learn vocabulary, grammar and syntax of American Sign Language necessary to develop both receptive and expressive skills. Students will be expected to develop an understanding of and respect for the culture and heritage of the hearing-impaired community. Course # 5451 None This course may count towards foreign language credit. AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE II Sign Language II is the second year of American Sign Language. The student will continue to develop proficiency in communicating by continuing to learn vocabulary, grammar and syntax. In addition to understanding the deaf culture, students will learn how to interact competently and comfortably with hearingimpaired individuals. Course # 5452 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: Sign Language I This course may count towards foreign language credit. AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE III This course is the third year of the Sign Language sequence. In this course, the student will continue to develop proficiency in communicating by learning vocabulary, syntax and grammar. In addition to understanding the deaf culture, students will learn how to interact competently and comfortably with hearing-impaired individuals. Course # 5453 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: American Sign Language II This course may count towards Foreign Language credit. 96

101 AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE IV This course is the fourth year of the Sign Language sequence. In this course, the student will continue to develop fluency in communication by learning vocabulary, syntax and grammar. In addition to understanding the deaf culture, students will learn how to interact competently and confortably with hearing-impaired individuals. Course # 5454 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 12 American Sign Language III This course may count towards Foreign Language credit. Foreign Language - Chinese MANDARIN CHINESE I Mandarin Chinese I is the first course of a recommended three year sequence designed to develop the fundamental language skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing. The emphasis of the Mandarin Chinese I course is the development of oral language. The study of beginning level vocabulary, phonetics and grammar is included. The culture and civilization of the Chinese speaking world is integrated into all aspects of the course. Course # 5445 None District Program offered at Lee High School. See counselor for information. MANDARIN CHINESE II This course is a continuation of the development of oral language skills in Chinese. The reading and writing of simple, basic phrases, expressions and sentences in Chinese are also emphasized. The students will continue to learn the vocabulary necessary to communication in everyday, realistic situations. The students will also expand the knowledge and appreciation of the culture and civilization of China. Course # 5446 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: Mandarin Chinese I District Program offered at Lee High School. See counselor for information. MANDARIN CHINESE II Pre-AP This course is a continuation of the development of oral language skills in Chinese. The reading and writing of vocabulary, phrases, expressions and sentences in Chinese for communicating in everyday, realistic situations will be emphasized. Students will continue to prepare for the Advanced Placement Test. The students will also expand the knowledge and appreciation of the culture and civilization of China. Course # 5447 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: Mandarin Chinese I District Program offered at Lee High School. See counselor for information. MANDARIN CHINESE III This course is a continuation of the development of language skills in Mandarin Chinese. The reading and writing of vocabulary, phrases, expressions, and sentences in Chinese for communicating in everyday, realistic situations will be emphasized. Students will also continue to expand their knowledge and appreciation of the culture and civilization of China. Course # 5455 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: Mandarin Chinese II or II Pre-AP District Program offered at Lee High School. See counselor for information. 97

102 MANDARIN CHINESE III Pre-AP This course is a continuation of the development of language skills in Mandarin Chinese. The reading and writing of vocabulary, phrases, expressions and sentences in Chinese for communicating in everyday, realistic situations will be emphasized. Students will continue to prepare for the Advanced Placement test. The students will also expand the knowledge and appreciation of the culture and civilization of China. Course # 5456 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: Mandarin Chinese II or II Pre-AP District Program offered at Lee High School. See counselor for information. MANDARIN CHINESE LANGUAGE AP Mandarin Chinese AP continues the development or oral and written communication through vocabulary, phrases, expressions and sentences in Chinese for communicating in everyday, realistic situations. Emphasis will be placed on preparing the student to take the Chinese Language Advanced Placement Exam. The study of the culture and civilization of China is incorporated in all aspects of the course. Course # 5457 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: Mandarin Chinese III or III Pre-AP Foreign Language - French FRENCH I French I is the first course of a recommended three-year sequence designed to develop the fundamental language skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing. The emphasis of the French I course is the development of oral language. The study of beginning level vocabulary, phonetics and grammar is included. The culture and civilization of the French speaking world is integrated into all aspects of the course. Course # 5013 None FRENCH II The second year of French is a continuation of the development of the fundamental language skills with concentration on oral communication. New vocabulary and more complex grammatical structures are learned along with important cultural topics. Course # 5023 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: French I FRENCH II Pre-AP The French II Pre-AP program challenges the student to develop a higher level of proficiency in all four fundamental language skills with a more extensive knowledge of vocabulary and grammar. Creative selfexpression in French is expected, along with a high degree of oral participation. Course # 5024 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: French I 98

103 FRENCH III The emphasis of French III is the strengthening of the four fundamental language skills with a concentration on oral communication. The student will read and discuss a variety of authentic selections in French. Relevant cultural topics will be studied. Course # 5033 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: French II or II Pre-AP FRENCH III Pre-AP The emphasis of French III Pre-AP is the strengthening of the four fundamental language skills with a concentration on oral communication. The French III Pre-AP student will read and discuss a variety of cultural and literary selections. A more sophisticated use of French will be fostered through writing and conversational opportunities. Course # 5034 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: French II or II Pre-AP FRENCH IV Pre-AP The fourth year of French includes advanced conversation, discussion, grammar and composition with intensive readings of literature and current periodicals. The study of relevant cultural topics continues. This course prepares students for college placement tests. Course # 5044 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: French III or III Pre-AP FRENCH LANGUAGE AP The Advanced Placement French Language course is the equivalent of a third-year college course in advanced French composition and conversation. It encompasses aural/oral skills, reading comprehension, grammar and composition. The course will emphasize the use of French for active communication and has the following objectives: 1) the ability to comprehend formal and informal spoken French; 2) the acquisition of vocabulary and a grasp of language structure to allow the easy, accurate reading of newspaper and magazine articles as well as modern literature in French; 3) the ability to compose expository passages; and 4) the ability to express ideas orally with accuracy and fluency. This course prepares students for the French Language Advanced Placement Exam as well as other college/university placement exams. Course # 5045 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: French III or III Pre-AP or IV Pre-AP FRENCH V H The fifth year of French is an independent study course designed to continue the reading, writing, analysis and criticism of selected works in French. The skills of listening and speaking with fluency and accuracy are highly developed. This course should prepare students for advanced level study at the college/university level. Course # 5054 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 12 French IV, IV Pre-AP or French Language AP 99

104 Foreign Language - German GERMAN I German I is the first course of a recommended three-year sequence designed to develop the fundamental skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing. The emphasis of German I is the development of oral language. The study of beginning level vocabulary, phonetics and grammar is included. The culture and civilization of the German-speaking world is integrated into all aspects of the course. Course # 5113 None GERMAN II The second year of German is a continuation of the development of the fundamental language skills with concentration on oral communication. New vocabulary and more complex grammatical structures are emphasized along with relevant cultural topics. Course # 5123 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: German I GERMAN II Pre-AP The second year of German is a continuation of the development of the fundamental skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing. New vocabulary and more complex grammatical structures are emphasized along with relevant cultural topics. The Pre-AP program requires the student to develop a higher level of proficiency in all four basic skills. Creative self-expression in German is also encouraged. Course # 5124 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: German I GERMAN III The emphasis of German III is the strengthening of the fundamental language skills with a concentration on oral communication. The student will read and discuss a variety of authentic selections in German which include literature and culture. Course # 5133 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: German II or II Pre-AP GERMAN III Pre-AP The emphasis of German III Pre-AP is the strengthening of the fundamental language skills with a concentration on oral communication. The student will read and discuss more complex literary selections. A more sophisticated use of German will be fostered through writing and conversational opportunities. Course # 5134 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: German II or II Pre-AP 100

105 GERMAN IV Pre-AP The fourth year of German includes advanced conversation, discussion, grammar, and composition with intensive readings of literature and current periodicals. The study off relevant cultural topics continues. This course prepares students for college placement tests. Course # 5144 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: German III or III Pre-AP GERMAN LANGUAGE AP The Advanced Placement German Language course is the equivalent of a third-year college course in advanced German composition and conversation. It encompasses aural/oral skills, reading, comprehension, grammar and composition. The course will emphasize the use of German for active communication and has the following objectives: 1) the ability to comprehend formal and informal spoken German; 2) the acquisition of vocabulary and a grasp of language structure to allow the easy, accurate reading of newspaper and magazine articles as well as modern literature in German; ) the ability to compose expository passages, and 4) the ability to express ideas orally with accuracy and fluency. This course prepares students for the German Language Advanced Placement Exam as well as other college/university placement exams. Course # 5145 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: German III or III Pre-AP or IV Pre-AP Foreign Language - Japanese JAPANESE I Japanese I is the first course of a recommended three-year sequence designed to develop the fundamental language skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing. A special emphasis is placed on the reading and writing of the 100-character hiragana syllabary. Additionally, students will be introduced to the use of 40 basic kanji characters. Students will also develop confidence in using spoken Japanese to describe familiar topics such as family, hobbies and school life. The study of beginning-level vocabulary, phonetics and grammar is included. The culture and civilization of the Japanese-speaking world is integrated into all aspects of the course. Course # 5413 JAPANESE II The second year of Japanese is a continuation of the development of the fundamental language skills. Students will master reading and writing the 130-character katakana syllabary and acquire new kanji characters. New vocabulary and more complex grammatical structures are learned to help students discuss, read and write about topics important to their everyday lives. The culture and civilization of the Japanesespeaking world is integrated into all aspects of the course. Course # 5423 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: Japanese I 101

106 JAPANESE II Pre-AP The Japanese II Pre-AP program is an expansion of the Japanese II curriculum and challenges the student to develop a higher level of proficiency in all four fundamental language skills with a more extensive knowledge of vocabulary and grammar. Creative self-expression in Japanese is expected, along with a high degree of oral participation. Special emphasis is placed on acquiring the additional kanji characters necessary for the Japanese Advanced Placement Exam. Course # 5424 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: Japanese I JAPANESE III The emphasis of Japanese III is the strengthening of the four fundamental language skills. Students will focus on mastering the vocabulary and grammar forms needed for engaging in natural and fluent conversations in Japanese. Additionally, students will continue to acquire basic kanji characters. The culture and civilization of the Japanese speaking world is integrated into all aspects of the course. Course # 5433 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: Japanese II or II Pre-AP JAPANESE III Pre-AP The Japanese III Pre-AP program is an expansion of the Japanese III curriculum and challenges the student to develop a higher level of proficiency in all four fundamental language skills with a more extensive knowledge of vocabulary and grammar. Creative self-expression in Japanese is expected, along with a high degree of oral participation. Special emphasis is placed on acquiring the additional kanji characters necessary for the Japanese Advanced Placement Exam. Course # 5434 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: Japanese II or II Pre-AP JAPANESE LANGUAGE AP The Advanced Placement Japanese Language course is the equivalent of a third-year college course in advanced Japanese composition and conversation. It encompasses aural/oral skills, reading comprehension, grammar and composition. The course will emphasize the use of Japanese for active communication and has the following objectives: 1) the ability to comprehend formal and informal spoken and wrritten Japanese; 2) the acquisition of vocabulary and a grasp of language structure to allow the comprehension of a variety of written source materials; 3) the ability to compose expository passages; and 4) the ability to express ideas orally with accuracy and fluency. This course prepares students for the Japanese Language Advanced Placement Exam as well as other college/university placement exams. Course # 5444 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: Japanese III or III Pre-AP 102

107 Foreign Language - Latin LATIN - WORD POWER This is a word power course designed to improve the student s vocabulary through the study of English prefixes, roots, and suffixes derived from Latin. The course helps to prepare students for college entrance examinations and college-level reading as well as familiarizing them with the terminologies for law, medicine and science. This course may be taken for elective credit. Course # 5255 Credit: 0.5 Term: Semester Grade Placement: Counselor Approval LATIN AP Latin Advanced Placement focuses on the reading and study of the Aeneid by Vergil and De Bello Gallico by Caesar. Students will be expected to develop the skills necessary to translate accurately from passages of Vergil and Caesar and to demonstrate knowledge of the grammatical structures and vocabulary. Students will also be required to analyze passages from the epic demonstrating and understanding of Vergil s literary techniques and use of meter, as well as Caesar's literary technique in writing comentarii. The study of cultural, social and political context of the works is an integral part of this course. Course # 5252 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: Latin III, III Pre-AP or IV Pre-AP LATIN I Latin I is the first course of a recommended three-year sequence which focuses on the development of the student s ability to read Latin with comprehension. Vocabulary and grammar are studied in the context of reading passages into which cultural information has also been carefully integrated. Students learn how to pronounce Latin correctly in order to read passages or to answer simple questions about passages. Word derivations and Latin word elements are also studied to expand the student s English vocabulary. Course # 5213 None LATIN II After a comprehensive review, the emphasis of Latin II is the continuation of the development of reading and comprehension skills. The learning of new vocabulary and more grammatical structures is emphasized as reading progresses to longer and more complicated passages. Oral Latin is a skill used to help students understand reading selections. Cultural and world studies continue to be an integral part of the course. Course # 5223 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: Latin I LATIN II Pre-AP Latin II Pre-AP includes all of the content of Latin II with additional readings of increasing complexity. Students develop a more comprehensive knowledge about Roman civilization and culture. Course # 5224 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: Latin I 103

108 LATIN III Latin III continues to emphasize the development of reading and comprehension skills. Advanced grammatical forms and new vocabulary are still studied in context along with Roman culture. The students begin the transition from made to adapted to real Latin as they read short selections from authors such as Martial, Ovid, Pliny the Younger and Catullus. Course # 5233 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: Latin II or II Pre-AP LATIN III Pre-AP Latin III Pre-AP continues to emphasize the development of reading and comprehension skills as the students read more passages of adapted and authentic Latin. Reading passages will include selections in poetry and prose from authors such as Martial, Ovid, Pliny the Younger, Cicero, Catullus, Vergil, Petronius and Tacitus. Advanced grammatical forms, vocabulary, figures of speech and culture are integrated into the instruction. Course # 5234 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: Latin II or II Pre-AP LATIN IV Pre-AP Latin IV Pre-AP focuses on the reading and study of selections of Latin literature. Students will become familiar with Latin literary conventions and the individual styles of the authors studied. The study of Roman culture continues to develop from the readings. Course # 5244 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: Latin III or III Pre-AP Foreign Language - Spanish SPANISH I Spanish I is the first course of a recommended three-year sequence designed to develop the fundamental language skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing. The emphasis of Spanish I is the development of oral language. The study of introductory vocabulary, phonetics and grammar are included. The culture and civilization of the Spanish-speaking world is integrated into all aspects of the course. Course # 5313 None SPANISH II The second year of Spanish is a continuation of the development of the fundamental language skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing with added emphasis on oral proficiency. New vocabulary and more complete grammatical structures are emphasized along with relevant cultural topics. Course # 5323 Spanish I 104

109 SPANISH II NATIVE Pre-AP This course is designed for students who already have an ability to understand and speak Spanish. The emphasis of the instruction will be to expand the students existing oral proficiency and to develop the skills of reading and writing Spanish so that they can communicate more successfully in social and business situations. Course # 5315 Credit: 2.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 9-12 Teacher Recommendation and Placement Exam Score Upon the completion of this course, students will receive credit for Spanish I and II. SPANISH II Pre-AP The Spanish II Pre-AP program is the same as the Spanish II with increased emphasis on developing a higher level of proficiency and a more comprehensive knowledge of vocabulary and grammar. Creative self-expression and cultural readings in Spanish are incorporated into this course. Course # 5324 Spanish I SPANISH III The emphasis of Spanish III is the strengthening of the fundamental language skills with a concentration on oral communication. The student will read and discuss a variety of short authentic selections in Spanish that include literature and culture. Course # 5333 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: Spanish II or II Pre-AP SPANISH III NATIVE Pre-AP This course is designed for students who have successfully completed Spanish for Spanish Speakers. The emphasis will be to expand further the students' oral proficiency and to continue the development of skills in reading and writing through the use of contemporary literature. Course # 5332 Spanish II Native Pre-AP Students who successfully complete this course will have credit for Spanish I, II and III and may continue to improve their command of the language in Spanish IV or Spanish AP. SPANISH III Pre-AP The Spanish III Pre-AP program continues the development of proficiency in all four fundamental skills with concentration on oral communication. The Spanish III Pre-AP student will read and discuss in Spanish a variety of cultural and literary selections. A more sophisticated use of Spanish will be fostered through writing and conversational opportunities. Course # 5334 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: Spanish II or II Pre-AP 105

110 SPANISH IV Spanish IV continues to build upon the knowledge and skills acquired in prior years of study. The students will focus on using Spanish to communicate in conversational and other informal settings and on reading and analyzing selected literary works. Course # 5343 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: Spanish III or III Pre-AP SPANISH IV Pre-AP The fourth year of Spanish includes advanced conversation, discussion, grammar and composition with intensive readings of literature and current periodicals. The study of relevant cultural topics continues. Spanish IV Pre-AP also introduces students to literary analysis with discussion in Spanish. This course prepares students for college/university placement tests. Course # 5344 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: Spanish III or III Pre-AP SPANISH LANGUAGE AP A advanced placement Spanish Language covers the equivalent of a third-year college course in advanced Spanish composition and conversation. It encompasses aural/oral skills, reading comprehension, grammar and composition. The course will emphasize the use of Spanish for active communication and has the following objectives: (1) the ability to comprehend formal and informal spoken Spanish; (2) the acquisition of vocabulary and a grasp of structure to allow the easy accurate reading of newspaper and magazine articles as well as modern literature in Spanish; (3) the ability to compose expository passages; (4) the ability to express ideas orally with accuracy and fluency. This course prepares students to take the College Board Spanish Language Advanced Placement Exam as well as other college/university placement exams. Course # 5345 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: Spanish III or higher SPANISH LITERATURE AP The Spanish Literature AP course prepares students to take the Advanced Placement Spanish Literature Exam. The students read and analyze the works of specified authors orally and in writing. A high degree of fluency in Spanish is necessary for success in this course. Course # 5346 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: Spanish Language AP SPANISH V H The fifth year of Spanish is a college preparatory course that provides an additional year to refine the language skills and to do more work with a variety of selected sources. Literary analysis and discussion in Spanish are expected to be of high quality Course # 5354 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 12 Spanish Language AP or Spanish Literature AP 106

111 SPANISH VI H The sixth year of Spanish is an independent study course designed to continue the reading, writing, and analysis of literary works and other sources in Spanish. The skills of listening and speaking with fluency and accuracy are highly developed. This course should prepare students for advanced level study at the college/university level. Course # 5364 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 12 Spanish V H Health HEALTH EDUCATION Health is a required course designed to be taken in the first years of high school. It includes the study of the human body and the functions of the systems, drug abuse, first aid, CPR, diseases, pollution and its effects, nutrition, exercise, health agencies and sex education. Course # 7101 Credit: 0.5 Term: Semester Grade Placement: 9-12 None HEALTHY LIFESTYLES I This course is specifically geared to help all students in NEISD benefit from the curriculum which is geared to encourage healthy lifestyle choices. The course develops a structural environment in which students will enhance their total well-being and gain knowledge and skills to make healthy lifestyle choices for a lifetime. Students will have the opportunity to experience the joy of movement and to discover for themselves its value as a part of their everyday lives. Personal fitness, mental and physical health issues, the human body and the functions of the systems, drug abuse, diseases, pollution, nutrition, human sexuality, and abstinence education are among the many topics that are fundamental to this course. Course # 7107 Credit: 0.5 Term: Semester Grade Placement: 9-12 None Mixed gender setting; must be accompanied by Healthy Lifestyles II to get full credit HEALTHY LIFESTYLES II This course is specifically geared to help all students in NEISD benefit from the curriculum which is geared to encourage healthy lifestyle choices. The course develops a structural environment in which students will enhance their total well-being and gain knowledge and skills to make healthy lifestyle choices for a lifetime. Students will have the opportunity to experience the joy of movement and to discover for themselves its value as a part of their everyday lives. Personal fitness, mental and physical health issues, the human body and the functions of the systems, drug abuse, diseases, pollution, nutrition, human sexuality, and abstinence education are among the many topics that are fundamental to this course. Course # 7108 Credit: 0.5 Term: Semester Grade Placement: 9-12 Healthy Lifestyles I Mixed gender setting; must be accompanied by Healthy Lifestyles I to get full credit 107

112 Journalism ADVANCED DIGITAL JOURNALISM I Working in editorial positions, students get practical experience in producing the school newspaper. Emphasis is on advanced writing skills, preparing copy on the computer, page design and formatting techniques. Working after school as needed to complete assignments is a part of this program. Course # 1743 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: Journalism I and Journalism Teacher Approval ADVANCED DIGITAL JOURNALISM II Working in editorial positions, students gain practical experience in producing the school newspaper. Experience includes personal instruction in advanced writing skills, preparing copy on the computer and page design and paste-up techniques. Working after school as needed is a part of this program. Course # 1744 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: Teacher Approval and prior journalism experience. ADVANCED DIGITAL JOURNALISM III Working in editorial positions, students gain practical experience in producing the school newspaper. Experience includes personal instruction in advanced writing skills, preparing copy on the computer and page design and paste-up techniques. Working after school as needed is a part of this program. Course # 1745 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 12 Teacher Approval and prior journalism experience ADVANCED JOURNALISM - YEARBOOK PRODUCTION I Students gain laboratory experience in magazine production as they produce the yearbooks. Experience includes writing copy, computer copy preparation, page layout and design skills, photo-cropping and editing. Working after school as needed to complete assignments is a part of this course. Course # 1746 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: Teacher Approval, Journalism I ADVANCED JOURNALISM - YEARBOOK PRODUCTION II Students holding editorial positions gain laboratory experience along with personal instruction in magazine production and procedures as well as collaboration to produce the yearbook. Experience includes writing copy, computer copy preparation, page layout and design skills and photo-cropping and editing. Working after school as needed to complete assignments is a part of this course. Course # 1747 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: Teacher Approval and prior journalism experience 108

113 ADVANCED JOURNALISM - YEARBOOK PRODUCTION III Students holding editorial positions gain laboratory experience along with personal instruction in magazine production and procedures as well as collaboration to produce the yearbook. Experience includes writing copy, computer copy preparation, page layout and design skills and photo-cropping and editing. Working after school as needed to complete assignments is a part of this course. Course # 1748 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 12 Teacher Approval and prior journalism experience BROADCAST JOURNALISM I Students will access, analyze, evaluate and produce communication in a variety of media forms. Students will learn the laws and ethical considerations that affect broadcast journalism, learn the roles and function of broadcast journalism and visual representation, and produce by creating a broadcast journalism product. Experience includes personal instruction in advanced writing skills, and video production. Course # 1705 BROADCAST JOURNALISM II Students will access, analyze, evaluate and produce communication in a variety of media forms. Students will learn the laws and ethical considerations that affect broadcast journalism, learn the roles and function of broadcast journalism and visual representation, and produce by creating a broadcast journalism product. Experience includes personal instruction in advanced writing skills, and video production. Course # 1706 BROADCAST JOURNALISM III Students will access, analyze, evaluate and produce communication in a variety of media forms. Students will learn the laws and ethical considerations that affect broadcast journalism, learn the roles and function of broadcast journalism and visual representation, and produce by creating a broadcast journalism product. Experience includes personal instruction in advanced writing skills, and video production. Course # 1707 INDEPENDENT STUDY IN JOURNALISM Curriculum is developed by the teacher and approved by the administration. Such courses as Digital Photography may be developed. Course # 1704 Credit: 0.5 Term: Semester Grade Placement: Teacher Approval Course # 1753 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 12 Teacher Approval and prior journalism experience 109

114 JOURNALISM I Students learn the fundamentals of journalism, including standards and functions of the press, news values, interview techniques, and copy preparation. Concentration is on writing news features and editorials and students use computers for assignments to learn newspaper and yearbook production. Course # 1703 Recommendation of English Teacher/Approval of Journalism Teacher PHOTOJOURNALISM Students learn photographic techniques, composition, basic black and white darkroom techniques, photo essays, photo-cropping, editing and caption writing. Students will enter competitions and have the opportunity to have their photos published in the school newspaper and yearbook. Where available, instruction in color photography includes production of a sound/write show. STUDENTS MUST FURNISH A 35MM CAMERA AND PHOTOGRAPHIC PAPER. Film will be supplied Enrollment in this course is limited to darkroom facilities available. Course # 1720 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: None Magnet - Design And Technology Academy ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN STUDIO I In this project-based class, students will learn about the fundamental principles of design (primary elements, form, space, organization, circulation, scale and ordering principles) and develop skills in two- and threedimensional design. This class will cultivate an understanding of the inner relationships between the idea (abstraction) and its realization (representation). Course # 5574Z Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: Z, 5572Z, 6649Z ART DESIGN AND PRODUCTION FOR ADVANCED VISUAL ARTS This course is designed to ensure that advanced visual art magnet students are grounded in elements of art, principles of design, critical analysis, and cultural heritage as well as challenged at an advanced skill level. Course # 5516 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: Electronic Media Art II ELECTRONIC MEDIA II This course is designed to allow students to experience the creative design process with art media and technology as the basis for expression. Students will be led through activities that will aid them in enhancing their creative skills. Technology will be a major component of this course with hand-created products merged into the computer or built using the computer or its devices. Students will design final products that showcase their understanding of art and technology concepts. Course # 5572Z Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 9-10 Admittance to DATA program This course counts as Fine Arts credit. 110

115 IND. STUDY TECH. APPS. - PUBLICATION GRAPHICS Students will explore the mediums of both online and print publications, developing and strengthening skill in layout, design, computer graphics and digital photography. Emphasis will be placed on writing for publication, including copy, caption and headline writing skills. Students will learn to restructure traditional print stories to include text, still photos, video clips, animation and graphics. Students will be responsible for meeting the deadlines associated with professional publications. Along with projects, numerous assignments will be given throughout the year designed to culminate in a DATA digital yearbook. Course # 3007BZ Credit: 0.5 Term: Semester 2 Grade Placement: Z, 3017Z, 5572Z MULTIMEDIA/PORTFOLIO CONSTRUCTION Multimedia is designed to provide an overview of and experience in multimedia technology. Sounds, images, graphics and video are the informational projects from which students will construct media rich knowledge structures. Students will develop necessary skills and obtain hands-on experiences working with a variety of multimedia tools to build linear and non-linear interactive products. DATA students are required to complete and to present a digital portfolio each year, beginning in 9th grade. This document changes as the student s skills and abilities increase. At the end of this course, each student will present his or her portfolio, which will contain elements of their internship, their guided research product, examples of their work from elective and academic classes, and overall knowledge gained from the DATA program. Each portfolio should be thematic in nature and will be graded based on a rigorous rubric by a panel of instructors and business and university professionals. This portfolio may be used to gain university admittance or to obtain future employment. Course # 3008Z Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: Z Magnet - Electrical Systems Technology ADVANCED ELECTRICAL TECHNOLOGY Students gain advanced knowledge and skills specific to those needed to enter the work force as an electrician, building maintenance technician or supervisor, or prepare for a postsecondary degree in construction. Students acquire knowledge and skills in safety, electrical theory, tools, codes, installation of electrical equipment, alternating current and direct current motors, conductor installation, installation of electrical services and electric lighting installation. Student must pass safety test with 100% mastery. Course # 8155 Credit: 2.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: State Recommended: Principles of Architecture and Construction and Electrical Technology ELECTRICAL TECHNOLOGY Students gain knowledge and skills specific to those needed to enter the work force as an electrician, building maintenance supervisor, or prepare for a postsecondary degree in construction. Students acquire knowledge and skills in safety, electrical theory, tools, codes, installation of electrical equipment and the reading of electrical drawings, schematics and specifications. Student must pass safety test with 100% mastery. Course # 8154 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: State Recommended: Principles of Architecture and Construction 111

116 PRACTICUM IN CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT Practicum in Construction Management is an occupationally specific course designed to provide classroom technical instruction or on-the-job training experiences. Safety and career opportunities are included in addition to work ethics and job-related study in the classroom. Student must pass safety test with 100% mastery. Course # 8248 Credit: 2.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 12 Completion of a coherent sequence in a program area related to the field of Construction Management. Students must provide own transportation. Students must be 16 years old to participate in this course. PRACTICUM OF ELECTRICAL This course is an occupational specific course designed to provide classroom technical instruction or on-the-job training experiences. Safety and career options are included in addition to work ethics and job-related study in the classroom. This course may consist of paid or unpaid internships in the electrical and construction industry. Students must be able to pass a safety test to be able to participate. Course # 8156 Credit: 3.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 12 Students must be 16 years old to participate in this course. Magnet - Engineering & Technology Academy ADVANCED COMPUTER PROGRAMMING Students expand their knowledge and skills in structured programming techniques and concepts by addressing more complex problems and developing comprehensive programming solutions. Students analyze the social responsibility of business and industry regarding the significant issues relating to environment, ethics, health, safety and diversity in society and in the workplace as it relates to computer programming. Students apply technical skills to address business applications of emerging technologies. Student must pass safety test with 100% mastery. Course # 6632 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: State Recommended: Principles of Information Technology and Computer Programming COMPUTER PROGRAMMING Students acquire knowledge of structured programming techniques and concepts appropriate to developing executable programs and creating appropriate documentation. Students analyze the social responsibility of business and industry regarding the significant issues relating to the environment, ethics, health, safety and diversity in society and in the workplace as it relates to computer programming. Students apply technical skills to address business applications of emerging technologies. Student must pass safety test with 100% mastery. Course # 6631 State Recommended: Principles of Information Technology 112

117 ELECTRONICS Students enrolled in this course will demonstrate knowledge and applications of circuits, electronic measurement and electronic implementation. Through use of the design process, students will transfer academic skills to component designs in a project-based environment. Students will use a variety of computer hardware and software applications to complete assignments and projects. Additionally, students explore career opportunities, employer expectations and educational needs in the electronics industry. Student must pass safety test with 100% mastery. Course # 8254 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: State Recommended: Concepts of Engineering and Technology GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEMS I The purpose of this course is to educate students about their local and global community, utilizing a Geographic Information System (GIS). GIS allows students to view, understand, question, interpret and visualize data in many ways that reveal relationships, patterns and trends in the form of maps, globes, reports and charts. Learning exercises will include the use and analysis of High Resolution Landsat images over 100 GIS layers. The course curriculum is multidisciplinary by nature and incorporates math skills, science, social science and language arts. Course # 6703 None This course provides opportunities for students to receive GIS certification. INTERNETWORKING TECHNOLOGIES I This program is designed to develop the skills needed to design, build and maintain small to medium-sized networks. This course also covers aspects of hardware support relating to personal computers (PC's) including system troubleshooting, system board, drive subsystems, memory, input/output devices and multimedia. In a lab setting that corresponds to the real world, students utilize the building blocks of today's computer technology, global information, networks, and ecommerce web development. This high-tech learning environment provides students with the knowledge and experience to enter the workforce and/or further their education and training in the computer networking field. Course # 6699 Application Required This course prepares the student for the CompTIA A+, Net+ certification exams. INTERNETWORKING TECHNOLOGIES II This program is designed to develop the skills needed to design, build and maintain small to medium-sized residential networks. In a lab setting that corresponds to the real world, students utilize the building blocks of today's Cisco Learning Institute Home Technology Integration training program along with the vision of home automation robotics. The course focuses on advanced residential home technology network integration, home network design, home network management and robotics. This high-tech learning environment provides students with the knowledge and experience to enter the workforce and/or further their education and training in home networking and robotics. Course # 6705 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: Completion of Information Technology Applications I This course prepares the student for the CompTIA A+, Net+, Leviton vendor and HTI+ certification exams. 113

118 RESEARCH IN INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS Students gain advanced knowledge and skills in the application, design, production, implementation, maintenance, evaluation and assessment of products, services and systems. Knowledge and skills in the proper use of analytical skills and application of information technology concepts and standards are essential to prepare students for success in a technology-driven society. Critical thinking, information technology experience and product development may be conducted in a classroom setting with an industry mentor as unpaid internship or as career preparation. Student must pass safety test with 100% mastery. Course # 6698 Credit: 2.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: SPATIAL TECHNOLOGY & REMOTE SENSING (GIS II) This course will provide students with continued instruction in Geographic Information Systems and Remote Sensing (GIS/RS) technology. Students will participate in applied learning activities with emphasis placed on planning, conducting and presenting three special projects utilizing GIS/RS tools and data in various career cluster groups dealing with immediate school environment. Students will create and modify products which represent various types of data using ArcGIS, Spatial Analyst, 3D Analyst & data gathered from handheld GPS (Global Positioning System) units. Upon completion of the course and an independent investigation, the student will be professionally certified in GIS technologies. Course # 6707 None Course leads to GIS technologies certification. Magnet - North East School of the Arts ACTING FOR TV/FILM Training and practice in the technique of acting for the camera. Semester one focuses on the study and creation of silent films, while semester two moves to the use of spoken dialogue. Students study the work of major film stars of the 20th century, and research the historical era that their work reflects. In addition to performance, students also storyboard, film, edit and score classroom film projects. Course # 5908 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: AP HISTORY OF ART G/T This course is a full year introductory college course in the history of art. The primary study focuses on Western art, with some attention to the art of other cultures. The curriculum includes basic information about artists, schools and movements, chronological periods and specific dates and the subjects, styles, and techniques of particular works of art. Students will prepare for the Advanced Placement Exam through intensive work with essay writing, slide recognition and group projects. Course # 5500 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: One credit of any Level II course Art students will have a supply list to purchase. Some classes may also require a supply fee for purchase of special materials. 114

119 CERAMICS V Students will explore the elements and principles of design in three-dimensional representational and nonrepresentational areas in the production of ceramic works. Students will learn hand-building techniques, such as coiling and slab building. The building of ceramic vocabulary, history, and development of works will be emphasized. Students must develop an understanding of positive and negative space, emphasizing additive and subtractive processes. Students need to understand how ceramic design takes shape and the importance of the craft. Course # 5548 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 12 Course 5585, 5523, 5532 CREATIVE DESIGN This course will expose students to the elements and principles of design on a more advanced level. Critical thinking and sophistication in techniques and styles will be highly emphasized. The direction will be more toward self-actualization and perfection of fundamental skills. This class will offer the advanced artist the chance to begin the development for independent studies both during and after school. This class is the beginning of building a portfolio for colleges/universities and for their AP portfolios. Course # 5580 Teacher Recommendation Art students will have a supply list to purchase. Some classes may also require a supply fee for purchase of special materials. DESIGN I THEORY/APPLICATIONS Students will learn basic understanding of design through the continuation of direct observational drawing as a way of recording what they see. Feelings about every conceivable topic and experience they can discover, explore and research will be addressed through works of art. Introduction of several different new media and development and application of critical thinking skills will be emphasized. Course # 5581 Teacher Recommendation Art students will have a supply list to purchase. Some classes may also require a supply fee for purchase of special materials. INSTRUMENTAL ENSEMBLE I This course is offered for those students who are striving to reach a high degree of excellence in musical performance and who elect to schedule two music courses during the same semester. Exception: Guitar students. Emphasis is placed on individual performance considerations with regard to specific instruments and the problems one encounters during performances on that instrument. Course # 5701 Placement by Audition/Teacher Recommendation. Must be currently enrolled in band or orchestra class Exception: Guitar students INSTRUMENTAL ENSEMBLE II This course is offered for those students who are striving to reach a high degree of excellence in musical performance and who elect to schedule two music courses during the same semester. Exception: Guitar students. Emphasis is placed on individual performance considerations with regard to specific instruments and the problems one encounters during performances on that instrument. Course # 5702 Placement by Audition/Teacher Recommendation. Must be currently enrolled in band or orchestra class Exception: Guitar students 115

120 INSTRUMENTAL ENSEMBLE III This course is offered for those students who are striving to reach a high degree of excellence in musical performance and who elect to schedule two music courses during the same semester. Exception: Guitar students. Emphasis is placed on individual performance considerations with regard to specific instruments and the problems one encounters during performances on that instrument. Course # 5703 Placement by Audition/Teacher Recommendation. Must be currently enrolled in band or orchestra class Exception: Guitar students INSTRUMENTAL ENSEMBLE IV This course is offered for those students who are striving to reach a high degree of excellence in musical performance and who elect to schedule two music courses during the same semester. Exception: Guitar students. Emphasis is placed on individual performance considerations with regard to specific instruments and the problems one encounters during performances on that instrument. Course # 5704 Placement by Audition/Teacher Recommendation. Must be currently enrolled in band or orchestra class Exception: Guitar students MUSIC THEORY I Music Theory is intended to prepare the serious student for college-level study. Content of the course is centered on development of skills in key signatures, harmonic progressions, voice leadings, part writing, rhythmic and melodic dictation, sight-singing and various other aspects of the rudiments of musical composition. Course # 5681 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: MUSIC THEORY II Music Theory is intended to prepare the serious student for college-level study. Content of the course is centered on development of skills in key signatures, harmonic progressions, voice leadings, part writing, rhythmic and melodic dictation, sight-singing and various other aspects of the rudiments of musical composition. Course # 5682 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: PHOTOGRAPHY ADVANCED-NESA Students will have to develop a working theme within their portfolios. Students will complete projects for college/university and AP portfolio assessment that demonstrate advanced skill in processing and developing work in the darkroom. This course is a continuation of the refinement of a student's ability to manipulate the technical aspects of photography. Conceptual skills will be encouraged by flexible assignments leading to individual solutions. Emphasis will be on developing technical and artistic skills with the camera that enable students to become better artists as well as photographers. Students will begin to learn how to incorporate photography with other media to create works of art. Course # 5544 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement:

121 TECHNICAL THEATRE I This course is designed for the student interested in pursuing the craft of stage design and execution and theatre management. The student will explore scenery, properties, lighting, costumes, makeup, sound, public relations and research and design. He will also evaluate the work of other technicians and expand his appreciation of theatre through attendance at and involvement in theatrical events. Co- curricular involvement in production activities is an integral and essential requirement of the class. Course # 5921 Credit: 0.5 Term: Semester Grade Placement: 9-12 Interest, Previous Middle School or High School Theatre Arts Class and Teacher Recommendation (For the entering 9th grade student, the middle school theatre arts teacher should be the recommending teacher. For students in grades or coming from outside the NEISD, the high school instructor should be the recommending teacher.) Magnet - Science, Technology, Engineering & Math AIRCRAFT TECHNOLOGY This course is designed to teach the theory of operation of aircraft airframes, power plants, avionics systems, and associated maintenance and repair practices. Aircraft services include knowledge of the function, diagnosis, and service of the electrical, electronic, hydraulic, pneumatic, airframe, mechanical and power plant components of aircraft. Course # 8256 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: ART FOR SCIENCE & ENGINEERING Scientific knowledge has affected art throughout the centuries - advances in fields such as chemistry, physics, biology and mathematics have changed the way artists create and think. Through the primary media of technology, students will explore the historical and scientific elements impacting art. Using art principles, students will create their own designs that reflect this unique approach to art. Major projects will be added to the student's portfolio. Course # 5506 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 9-11 None NEUROBIOLOGY (SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH AND DESIGN) This course will focus on investigating the processes of the brain and nervous system based on current research. Topics addressed in this course include: comparative studies of the reptilian, avian and mammalian brains and nerve systems; brain and nervous system disorders such as Parkinson s and Alzheimer s; and the chemical basis of synapses, including the neurotransmitters and how they affect behavior. Using computerassisted Learning Lab components, students will study nerve structure and processes as well as conduct impulse studies. Cognition studies will be researched and enhanced through field activities. Student investigations emphasize accurate observations, collection of data, data analysis and the safe manipulation of scientific apparatus and materials during field and laboratory investigations. Course # 3854 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: NEISD Recommended: 2 Science credits This course will NOT count as a science credit for the minimum or recommended high school graduation plan. It will, however, count as an elective credit. This course may count as an Advanced Science on Foundation and Endorsement Graduation Plans. 117

122 Mathematics ADVANCED QUANTITATIVE REASONING This course is a capstone math course that follows Algebra I, Geometry, and Algebra II. It builds on and extends what students have learned and covers other math topics not typically taught in high school. The course does not remediate skills, but reinforces needed skills as students study new topics in relevant, engaging contexts. The course emphasizes statistics and financial applications, and it prepares students to use algebra, geometry, trigonometry, and discrete mathematics to model a range of situations and solve problems. The course also helps students develop college and career skills such as collaborating, conducting research, and making presentations. Course # 2610 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: State Required: Algebra II, Geometry This course may count as a fourth year math credit on the Recommended and Distinguished Graduation Plans. ALGEBRA I In this course, students use functions to represent and model problem situations. They analyze and interpret relationships and use symbols in a variety of ways to describe those relationships. Students learn to use a variety of representations, tools, and technology to solve meaningful problems. Topics include foundation of functions, linear, quadratic and exponential functions. Course # 2313 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 9 State Required: Math 8 or its equivalent ALGEBRA II In this course, students study algebraic concepts and the relationships among them to better understand the structure of algebra. Students in Algebra II learn that equations and functions are algebraic tools that can be used to represent geometric curves and figures, and they perceive the connections between algebra and geometry to use the tools of one to help solve problems in the other. Topics include linear, quadratic, square root, rational, exponential and logarithmic functions, conic sections and sequences and series. Course # 2323 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 11 State Required: Algebra I NEISD Recommended: Algebra I and Geometry This course may count as a fourth year of math credit if taken after Math Models on the Recommended Graduation Plan only. ALGEBRA II G/T Pre-AP This course extends and deepens the topics of the Pre-AP course. Problem-solving and higher-order thinking skills are required as well as qualification on the district Gifted Math matrix. Course # 2325 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 9-10 State Required: Algebra I and Qualification for the District's Math Gifted/Talented Program NEISD Recommended: Algebra I and Geometry 118

123 ALGEBRA II Pre-AP This course extends and deepens the topics of the regular course through real-world and technology applications and utilizes Pre-AP instructional strategies. A variety of problems will be used to challenge an advanced mathematics student. Students study algebraic concepts and the relationships among them to better understand the structure of algebra. Students in Algebra II learn that equations and functions are algebraic tools that can be used to represent geometric curves and figures, and they perceive the connections between algebra and geometry to use the tools of one to help solve problems in the other. Topics include linear, quadratic, square root, rational, exponential and logarithmic functions, conic sections and sequences and series. Course # 2324 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: State Required: Algebra I NEISD Recommended: Algebra I and Geometry AP CALCULUS A/B This course includes differential and integral calculus with applications of previous math courses. The intent is preparation for college and/or one or more semesters of advanced placement calculus. Topics include: limits of a function, continuity, maxima and minima, area, volume, rates of growth and other applications. Students will prepare to take the College Board Advanced Placement Exam in Calculus A/B. Course # 2734 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: Recommended - Precalculus This course may count as a fourth year math credit on the Recommended and Distinguished Graduation Plans. AP CALCULUS B/C This course covers the topics seen in Calculus A/B and provides advanced skills in methods and applications. The course emphasizes a multi-representational approach to calculus. Topics include parametric, polar and vector functions, application of derivatives, applications of integrals, fundamental theorem of calculus, techniques of antidifferentiation, applications of antidifferentatiation, and polynomial approximations and series. Students will prepare to take the College Board Advanced Placement Exam in Calculus B/C. Course # 2735 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 12 Recommended - Precalculus This course may count as a fourth year math credit on the Recommended and Distinguished Graduation Plans. AP STATISTICS This non-calculus based course introduces the student to the management, interpretation and analysis of data within today s society. Topics include exploratory data analysis, observing patterns and departure from patterns; planning a study and deciding what data to measure and how to measure it; producing models using probability and simulation; and applying techniques for statistical inference and confirming models. Projects, collaborative group problem-solving, and writing are part of the concept-oriented instruction and assessment. Application fields include psychology, engineering, sociology, business, medicine, economics, biostatistics and more. Students will prepare to take the College Board Advanced Placement Exam in Statistics. Course # 2947 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: Recommended - Geometry and Algebra II This course may count as a fourth year math credit on the Recommended and Distinguished Graduation Plans. 119

124 COLLEGE ALGEBRA - DUAL CREDIT This course includes the study of quadratic, polynomial, rational, logarithmic, and exponential functions; systems of equations; progressions; sequences and series; and matrices and determinants. Course # 2326 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: State Required: Students must meet all of the dual credit requirements to be enrolled in this course. State Recommended: Algebra II This course may count as a fourth year math credit on the Recommended and Distinguished Graduation Plans. GEOMETRY This course develops a structured mathematical system employing both deductive and inductive reasoning. Students study properties and relationships having to do with size, shape, location, direction and orientation of figures. Geometry students solve meaningful problems using geometric ideas, relationships and properties. Topics include plane, coordinate and transformational geometry as well as reasoning, justification and proof. Course # 2413 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 9-10 State Required: Algebra I GEOMETRY G/T Pre-AP This course develops an appreciation of an axiomatic system through the observation of patterns. The exploration of these patterns, whether in a plane or in space, allows the student to make conjectures about geometry which can then be proven deductively. The techniques and skills learned in Algebra I are integrated throughout the course in order to reinforce the skills previously learned and to enhance the study of geometry as part of a mathematical sequence. Students study properties and relationships having to do with size, shape, location, direction and orientation of figures. Geometry students solve meaningful problems using geometric ideas, relationships and properties. Topics include plane, coordinate and transformational geometry as well as reasoning, justification and proof. A variety of problems will be used to challenge an advanced mathematics student. Course # 2415 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 9 State Required: Algebra I and Qualification for the District's Math Gifted/Talented Program GEOMETRY Pre-AP This course develops an appreciation of an axiomatic system through the observation of patterns. The exploration of these patterns, whether in a plane or in space, allows the student to make conjectures about geometry which can then be proven deductively. The techniques and skills learned in Algebra I are integrated throughout the course in order to reinforce the skills previously learned and to enhance the study of geometry as part of a mathematical sequence. Students study properties and relationships having to do with size, shape, location, direction and orientation of figures. Geometry students solve meaningful problems using geometric ideas, relationships and properties. Topics include plane, coordinate and transformational geometry as well as reasoning, justification and proof. A variety of problems will be used to challenge an advanced mathematics student. Course # 2414 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 9-10 State Required: Algebra I 120

125 INDEPENDENT STUDIES-COLLEGE ALGEBRA This course includes the study of quadratic, polynomial, rational logarithmic, and exponential functions, systems of equations, progressions, sequences and series, and matrices and determinants. Course # 2330 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: State Required: Algebra II, Geometry and Teacher Recommendation This course may count as a fourth year math credit on the Recommended and Distinguished Graduation Plans. INDEPENDENT STUDY - DIFFERENTIAL EQUATIONS The study of differential equations. A differential equation is a mathematical equation for an unknown function of one of several variables that relates the values of the function itself and its derivatives of various orders. Course # 2721 Credit: 0.5 Term: Semester Grade Placement: State Required Algebra II, Geometry and Teacher Recommendation This course may count as a fourth year math credit on the Recommended and Distinguished Graduation Plans. INDEPENDENT STUDY - HISTORY OF MATH This course is a study of important mathematicians and the historical development of numbers and numerals, methods of computation, geometry and algebra. This course may be offered as an independent study course. Course # 2954 Credit: 0.5 Term: Semester Grade Placement: State Required Algebra II, Geometry and Teacher Recommendation This course may count as a fourth year math credit on the Recommended and Distinguished Graduation Plans. INDEPENDENT STUDY - NUMBER THEORY This course primarily involves the study of the properties of natural numbers and integers. Topics include mathematical induction, prime numbers, divisibility and congruence. This course may be offered as an independent study course. Course # 2951 Credit: 0.5 Term: Semester Grade Placement: State Required Algebra II, Geometry and Teacher Recommendation This course may count as a fourth year math credit on the Recommended and Distinguished Graduation Plans. INDIVIDUAL STUDIES: CIRCUITS - INTRO TO ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING This course consists of the nature of electricity, Ohm's Law, direct-current circuits, alternating current circuits, generators and motors, and transformers. Students will learn the fundamentals of electricity and how to solve problems of DC and AC circuits, DC and AC generators and motors and single and three-phase systems. The students will explore each of these areas and the associated mathematics in detail to develop their problem solving skills. Course # 2964 Credit: 0.5 Term: Semester Grade Placement: Algebra II or approval of teacher 121

126 INDIVIDUAL STUDIES: DYNAMICS - ENGINEERING MECHANICS II This course is the application of linear algebra and Euclidean geometry to the solution of physical laws concerning force and motion, work, power and mechanics. It is the study of the dynamics portion of engineering mechanics and includes both a research and a design component. The origin and various uses of linear algebra are stressed using problems concerning the motion of rigid bodies. Course # 2963 Credit: 0.5 Term: Semester Grade Placement: INDIVIDUAL STUDIES: STATICS - ENGINEERING MECHANICS I In this course students will explore engineering mechanics, which is fundamental to all engineering fields. The course consists of force and position vectors, equivalent force systems, equilibrium of a rigid body, structural analysis, internal forces and friction. The students will explore each of these areas and the associated mathematics in detail to develop their problem-solving skills Course # 2600 Credit: 0.5 Term: Semester Grade Placement: None MATHEMATICAL MODELS WITH APPLICATIONS This course continues to build on the Algebra I foundations as students use algebraic, graphical and geometric reasoning to recognize patterns and structure. In this course students learn to use mathematical methods to model and solve real-life applied problems involving money, data, chance, patterns, music, design and science. Course # 2957 State Required: Algebra I For students entering ninth grade in 2007 and beyond, Math Models cannot be taken concurrently with or after Algebra II. MULTIVARIABLE CALCULUS This course extends and enhances concepts from the AP Calculus curriculum. Topics include: conic sections, parametric equations, vectors and vector-valued functions, the calculus of functions of several variables and infinite series. Relevant applications are woven into all topics. The use of graphing calculators and computers is integrated throughout the course. Students will be involved in developing projects related to the topics covered. Course # 2960 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 12 Recommended - Calculus BC/AP PRECALCULUS This course extends and integrates concepts from algebra and geometry. Students use functions, equations and limits as useful tools for expressing generalizations and as means for analyzing and understanding a broad variety of mathematical relationships. Students use a variety of representations, tools, and technology to model functions and equations to solve problems. Topics include a study of polynomial, rational, exponential, logarithmic and trigonometric functions, inverse and second degree relations and their graphs, complex numbers, polar coordinates, vectors, sequences, and series. Course # 2715 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: State Required: Algebra I, Geometry and Algebra II This course may count as a fourth year math credit on the Recommended and Distinguished Graduation Plans. 122

127 PRECALCULUS Pre-AP This course extends and deepens the topics of the regular course through real-world and technology applications and utilizes Pre-AP instructional strategies. Students use a variety of representations, tools, and technology to model functions and equations to solve problems. This course will rigorously emphasize fundamentals of higher mathematics including a study of polynomial, rational, exponential, logarithmic and trigonometric functions, inverse and second degree relations and their graphs, complex numbers, polar coordinates, vectors, sequences, and series. Students use functions, equations and limits as useful tools for expressing generalizations and as means for analyzing and understanding a broad variety of mathematical relationships. Course # 2719 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: State Required: Algebra I, Geometry and Algebra II This course may count as a fourth year math credit on the Recommended and Distinguished Graduation Plans. TAKS SUCCESS IN MATH This course covered the algebra, geometry, probability, statistics and proportional reasoning concepts and problem-solving skills students need to master the in order to pass the Exit Level of the Math TAKS. Instruction will be designed to meet the learning needs of each individual student. Course # 1004 Credit: 0.5 Local Credit Term: Semester Grade Placement: Course # 1005 Credit: 1.0 Local Credit Term: Full Year Grade Placement: UIL ACADEMIC MATH This course prepares students to compete in UIL competition at the district, regional and state levels. Course # 2961 Credit: 0.5 Term: Semester Grade Placement: 9-12 None Course # 2962 None Other Electives SAT PREP This course will help prepare students for college entrance examinations such as the ACT, PSAT and the SAT. The course will focus on developing cognitive skills and familiarity with the testing formats. This course will NOT count toward state graduation requirements. Course # 1677 Credit: 0.5 Local Credit Term: Semester Grade Placement: None 123

128 SENIOR EARLY RELEASE CLASS This release class period is only for seniors who have passed the Exit TAKS tests and are passing all classes so that the student will graduate with the appropriate senior class. Students with serious discipline issues may not receive administrative approval. Course # 7911 Credit: No Credit Term: Semester, Full Year Grade Placement: 12 Pass exit TAKS and have credits to graduate on time. Period 1 Course # 7916 Credit: No Credit Term: Semester, Full Yer Grade Placement: 12 Pass exit TAKS and have credits to graduate on time. Period 6 Course # 7917 Credit: No Credit Term: Semester, Full Year Grade Placement: 12 Pass exit TAKS and have credits to graduate on time. Period 7 Course # 7918 Credit: No Credit Term: Semester, Full Year Grade Placement: 12 Pass exit TAKS and have credits to graduate on time. Period 8 SPORTS MEDICINE I This course is designed to prepare students in the science of injury prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation related to sport injuries. Students will receive hands-on experience with evaluations of sport-related injuries, various taping and wrapping techniques, and rehabilitation, as well as the proper techniques and procedures for emergency situations. Course # 7273 Credit: 0.5 Term: Semester Grade Placement: 9-12 Successful completion of Biology and Health or its equivelancy. Teacher recommendation. SPORTS MEDICINE II This course provides an in-depth study and application of the components of sports medicine including, but not limited to: basic rehabilitative techniques; therapeutic modalities; wound care, taping and bandaging techniques; prevention, recognition, and care of musculoskeletal injuries; injuries to the young athlete; drugs in sports; and modern issues in sports medicine. Individualized and independent assignments will be included in this course. Course # 7274 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: Instructor Approval 124

129 STUDENT AIDE Students are assigned to work in an office or for a teacher. Course # 7634 Credit: No Credit Term: Full Year Grade Placement: Teacher Recommendation See counselor Course # 7635 Credit: No Credit Term: Semester Grade Placement: Teacher Recommendation See counselor Other Electives - JROTC JUNIOR RESERVE OFFICER TRAINING CORPS - JROTC I A one-to-four year course designed to motivate young people to be better citizens through: -Strengthening their character through the teaching of values associated with service life. -Developing the ability to logically arrange thoughts and communicate effectively, orally and in writing. -Developing the basic life skills necessary to work effectively as a team member. -Developing their leadership potential. -Promoting and understanding the historical role of the citizen soldier in a democratic society. -Developing an appreciation of the values of physical and mental fitness. -Developing informed and responsible citizens. -Acquainting them with modern Armed Forces technology Grade: The student must be in a grade above the eighth grade during the school year of enrollment. Physical ability: The student must be able to participate in the physical education program in the school. Participation in an integrated curricular activity is encouraged. Hair grooming standards: All male students will have tapered haircuts and no earrings when in uniform; female students in uniform must wear hair that does not fall over the eyebrows or extend below the bottom edge of the collar. Long hair that falls naturally below the bottom edge of the collar, to include braids, will be neatly and inconspicuously fastened or pinned, so no free-hanging hair is visible. Must agree to appropriately wear the service uniform once a week. Course # 7501 See requirements in description. JUNIOR RESERVE OFFICER TRAINING CORPS - JROTC II A one-to-four year course designed to motivate young people to be better citizens through: -Strengthening their character through the teaching of values associated with service life. -Developing the ability to logically arrange thoughts and communicate effectively, orally and in writing. -Developing the basic life skills necessary to work effectively as a team member. -Developing their leadership potential. -Promoting and understanding the historical role of the citizen soldier in a democratic society. -Developing an appreciation of the values of physical and mental fitness. -Developing informed and responsible citizens. -Acquainting them with modern Armed Forces technology. -Developing indepth knowledge of world geography and appreciation for human diversity. Course # 7502 See requirements in description. 125

130 JUNIOR RESERVE OFFICER TRAINING CORPS - JROTC III A one-to-four year course designed to motivate young people to be better citizens through: -Strengthening their character through the teaching of values associated with service life. -Developing the ability to logically arrange thoughts and communicate effectively, orally and in writing. -Developing the basic life skills necessary to work effectively as a team member. -Developing their leadership potential and interpersonal relationship skills. -Developing an appreciation of the values of physical and mental fitness. -Developing informed and responsible citizens through planning and execution of community service projects. -Acquainting them with modern Armed Forces technology. -Participating in integrated curricular activities. -Developing post-secondary life and career plans. Course # 7503 See requirements in description. JUNIOR RESERVE OFFICER TRAINING CORPS - JROTC IV A one-to-four year course designed to motivate young people to be better citizens through: -Strengthening their character through the application of values and life skills. -Developing the ability to logically arrange thoughts and communicate effectively, orally and in writing. -Developing the basic life skills necessary to work effectively as a team member. -Applying their leadership principles and planning skills. -Developing an appreciation of the values of physical and mental fitness. -Applying the principles of responsible citizenship. -Acquainting them with modern Armed Forces technology. Course # 7504 See requirements in description. JUNIOR RESERVE OFFICER TRAINING CORPS - JROTC STAFF These students assist the commanders with ROTC organizational duties and application of the principles of leadership. Course # 7506 Credit: 1.0 Local Term: Full Year Grade Placement: ROTC Commander recommendation. JUNIOR RESERVE OFFICER TRAINING CORPS - RIFLE/DRILL A one-to-four year course designed to assist students in becoming more accomplished in skills required for JROTC integrated curricular competition events (Drill Team, Color Guard, Marksmanship, Orienteering, and Raider Skills) through: -Developing techniques and skills to become highly competitive in one of the JROTC integrated curricular events. -Developing leadership and instructional techniques to assist in coaching other team members. -Designing training programs to accomplish the desired proficiency in the JROTC integrated curricular events. Course # 7505 Credit: 1.0 local credit Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 9-12 Must be formally enrolled in Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps program (NEISD No. 7501, 7502, 7503, 7504) and SAI approval 126

131 Other Electives - Peer Assistance Leadership and Service ADVANCED PEER ASSISTANCE LEADERSHIP AND SERVICE II This Peer Assistance Leadership and Service (PALS) course is for second year PALS students only. It is an indepth continuation of the skills and services provided in Peer Assistance Leadership and Service (PALS). (7620) Course # 7621 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 12 Completion of Peer Assistance Leadership and Service, Teacher Recommendation, Selection Process PEER ASSISTANCE LEADERSHIP AND SERVICE I (PALS) The Peer Assistance Leadership and Service (PALS) course is for selected high school students who are trained to work as peer helpers and community service learners with other students on their own and/or feeder middle or elementary schools. PALS students are also trained in conflict resolution and work as peer mediators on their campuses. Course # 7620 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: Selection Process, Teacher Recommendation PEER TUTORING FOR THE HANDICAPPED The peer tutoring course is an elective option for students who wish to have an opportunity for service in educational programming of handicapped students. Peer tutors are an integral part of a community-referenced and activity-based program which addresses the needs of handicapped adolescents as they prepare to meet the post-high-school world. Course # 7640 Credit: 1.0 Local Credit Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 9-12 Teacher Recommendation Course # 7641 Credit: 0.5 Local Credit Term: Semester Grade Placement: 9-12 Teacher Recommendation Other Electives - Student Council STUDENT COUNCIL This course provides elected Student Council representatives with the opportunity to develop organizational and communication skills in the performance of their duties. Course # 7612 Credit: 1.0 Local Credit Term: Full Year Grade Placement: Teacher Recommendation 127

132 STUDENT GOVERNMENT LEADERSHIP I This course provides an opportunity to study, practice and develop group leadership and organizational skills. These skills include, but are not limited to: decision-making skills, problem-solving techniques, communication skills, leadership roles, human-relations skills and understanding the need for social intelligence and civic responsibility. Students put into practice the skills learned while dealing with the school administration, the students and the community. The content focuses on communication (oral and written), office procedures, record management, leadership concepts and skills, planning and implementing projects, human-relations skills and characteristics of contracts. This is an elective course only, offered to members of high school Student Councils. It does not meet state requirements for United States Government credit. Course # 7611 Teacher Recommendation This is an Elective course only. Physical Education ADVANCED AEROBIC FITNESS This course provides students advanced knowledge and skills in the area of aerobic fitness. Students will learn to develop aerobic workouts to meet prescribed needs and fitness goals for themselves and others. The latest trends in life-long fitness activities will be explored and proper nutrition to support these types of advanced aerobic activities will be incorporated. By the conclusion of the course, the student will improve personal fitness levels, develop a three-month plan, and intern at a campus fitness center. Course # 7213 Foundations of Personal Fitness, Aerobic Activities, Health or Healthy Lifestyles, and Biology ADVENTURE OUTDOOR EDUCATION Students enrolled in this course will develop competency in outdoor education activities such as backpacking, hiking and orienteering. Emphasis of the course is placed on students participating in activities that promote a respect for the environment and that can be enjoyed for a lifetime. Course # 7208 Credit: 0.5 Term: Semester Grade Placement: 9-12 Mixed Gender Setting --- This course may be taken for elective credit once the physcial education requirement is met. AEROBIC ACTIVITY Students enrolled in this course will acquire skills and knowledge in a variety of cardiovascular activities such as jogging, power walking, step aerobic and circuit training. Emphasis of the course is placed on students participating in a variety of activities so that they may develop a personal fitness program with aerobic activities as the foundation. Course # 7209 Credit: 0.5 Term: Semester Grade Placement: 9-12 Mixed Gender Setting --- This course may be taken for elective credit once the physical education requirement is met. 128

133 FOUNDATIONS OF PERSONAL FITNESS This course develops a structural environment in which students will enhance their total well-being. Through participating in a variety of activities, adapted to each person's own abilities, students will have the opportunity to experience the joy of movement and to discover its value as a part of their everyday lives. Understanding the relationship between personal fitness and health problems, both mental and physical, will be fundamental to the course. Course # 7207 Credit: 0.5 Term: Semester Grade Placement: 9-12 Single Gender Setting-Males --- This course may be taken for elective credit once the physical education requirement is met. Course # 7210 Credit: 0.5 Term: Semester Grade Placement: 9-12 None Single Gender Setting-Females --- This course may be taken for elective credit once the physical education requirement is met. INDIVIDUAL SPORTS Students enrolled in this course will acquire skills and knowledge in a variety of individual sports such as table tennis, bocce ball, disc golf, bowling and weight training. Emphasis of the course is placed on students participating in a wide range of individual sports that can be pursued for a lifetime. Course # 7211 Credit: 0.5 Term: Semester Grade Placement: 9-12 Single Gender Setting-Females --- This course may be taken for elective credit once the physical education requirement is met. Course # 7212 Credit: 0.5 Term: Semester Grade Placement: 9-12 Single Gender Setting-Males --- This course may be taken for elective credit once the physical education requirement is met. STRENGTH AND CONDITIONING FOR THE FITNESS PROFESSIONAL Students will explore the world of strength and conditioning by gaining knowledge and skills to properly design a program for themselves and other populations as they move through life. Nutrition, dietary supplements, energy systems, exercise physiology, biomechanics and safety are examples of units students will experience during this course. By the end of the course, students will improve their fitness levels, develop a three-month plan, and intern at a campus fitness center. This course will also provide students a solid foundation to pursue the entrylevel certification as a personal trainer. Course # 7214 Foundations of Personal Fitness, Aerobic Activities, Health or Healthy Lifestyles, and Biology 129

134 TEAM SPORTS Students enrolled in this course will acquire skills and knowledge in a variety of team sports such as Ultimate Frisbee, flag football, basketball, volleyball and floor hockey. Emphasis of the course is placed on students participating in a wide range of team sports that can be pursued for a lifetime. Course # 7222 Credit: 0.5 Term: Semester Grade Placement: 9-12 Single Gender Setting-Females --- This course may be taken for elective credit once the physical education requirement is met. Course # 7223 Credit: 0.5 Term: Semester Grade Placement: 9-12 Single Gender Setting-Males --- This course may be taken for elective credit once the physical education requirement is met. Reading ACADEMIC LITERACY I The goal of the Academic Literacy I course is to increase levels of engagement, fluency, and competency in the area of reading. The course will focus on learning and merging different thinking, reading and writing strategies to assist students understanding of a variety of texts. Students will learn how to focus their attention, respond critically to literary texts, increase vocabulary skills and prepare for college entrance exams. The skills, habits and information students will gain from this course will be of benefit in all other high school classes. The course will also include Silent Sustained Reading (SSR) to increase fluency and comprehension, integration of media and technology and inquiry into a wide variety of nonfiction texts. Course # 1641 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 9-10 Referral by parent, teacher, or counselor ACADEMIC LITERACY II The goal of the Academic Literacy II course is to further increase levels of engagement, fluency and competency in the area of reading. The course will focus on learning and using additional thinking, reading and writing strategies to deepen students understanding of texts. Students will continue to learn to focus their attention, respond critically to literary texts, increase vocabulary skills and prepare for college exams. Increased fluency and comprehension will result from the continued use of Silent Sustained Reading (SSR), the integration of media and technology and inquiry into a wide variety of nonfiction texts. Course # 1642 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: Academic Literacy I plus referral by parent, teacher or counselor ACADEMIC LITERACY III The goal of the Academic Literacy III course is to further increase levels of engagement, fluency and competency in the area of reading. The course will focus on learning and using additional thinking, reading and writing strategies to deepen students understanding of texts. Students will continue to learn to focus their attention, respond critically to literary texts, increase vocabulary skills and prepare for college exams. Increased fluency and comprehension will result from the continued use of Silent Sustained Reading (SSR), the integration of media and technology and inquiry into a wide variety of nonfiction texts. Course # 1643 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: Academic Literacy II plus referral by parent, teacher or counselor 130

135 Science AP PHYSICS I (ALGEBRA BASED) This course follows the College Board Advanced Placement guidelines in preparation for the AP exam through which students may receive college credit. 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. Course # 3444 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: NEISD Recommended - Completion of Geometry and Algebra II This course may count as a fourth year science credit on the Recommended and Distinguished Graduation Plans or an Advanced Science on Foundation and Endorsement Graduation Plans. AP PHYSICS II (ALGEBRA BASED) This course follows the College Board Advanced Placement guidelines in preparation for the AP exam through which students may receive college credit. The course covers fluid mechanics; thermodynamics; electricity and magnetism; optics; atomic and nuclear physics. Course # 3445 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: NEISD Recommended: Completion of Algebra II This course may count as a fourth year science credit on the Recommended and Distinguished Graduation Plans or as an Advanced Science on Foundation and Endorsement Graduation Plans. AQUATIC SCIENCE Aquatic science is the study of the interaction between the physical, biological and chemical components of the aquatic environment, including the adaptations of the organisms that live there. This study includes: oceanic and fresh water ecosystems with particular emphasis on Texas aquatic environments; the role of cycles within aquatic environments; interrelationships among aquatic species, their habitats, and ecosystems; and the geological phenomena and fluid dynamics of aquatic environments. Student investigations emphasize accurate observations, collection of data, data analysis and the safe manipulation of scientific apparatus and materials during field and laboratory investigations. Course # 3652 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: State Required: Biology NEISD Recommended - Chemistry or concurrent enrollment. This course may count as a fourth year science credit on the Recommended and Distinguished Graduation Plans, or as an Advanced Science on Foundation and Endorsement Graduation Plans. ASTRONOMY Astronomy is the study of the position, motion, composition, structure and history of objects in the universe and the physical laws that govern them. Topics include: scientific theories of the evolution of the universe; characteristics and the life cycle of stars; exploration of the universe; role of the Sun in our Solar System; planets; and the orientation and placement of the Earth. Student investigations emphasize accurate observations, collection of data, data analysis and the safe manipulation of scientific apparatus and materials during field and laboratory investigations. Course # 3650 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: NEISD Recommended - 1 Science credit This course may count as a fourth year science credit on the Recommended and Distinguished Graduation Plans, or as an Advanced Science on Foundation and Endorsement Graduation Plans. 131

136 BIOLOGY This course is a study of the fundamentals of biological science. Students in biology study a variety of topics that include: structures and functions of cells and viruses; growth and development of organisms; cells, tissues and organs; nucleic acids and genetics; biological evolution; taxonomy; metabolism and energy transfers in living organisms; living systems; homeostasis; ecosystems; and plants and the environment. Student investigations emphasize accurate observations, collection of data, data analysis and the safe manipulation of scientific apparatus and materials during field and laboratory investigations. Course # 3223 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 9-11 None BIOLOGY AP This course follows the College Board Advanced Placement guidelines in preparation for the AP exam through which students may receive college credit. Concepts presented at the college level include: biochemistry; cytology; bioenergetics; genetics; evolution; ecology and animal and plant systems. Student investigations emphasize accurate observations, collection of data, data analysis and the safe manipulation of advanced scientific apparatus and materials during field and laboratory investigations. Course # 3243 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: NEISD Recommended: Biology and Chemistry This course may count as a fourth year science credit on the Recommended and Distinguished Graduation Plans, or as an Advanced Science on Foundation and Endorsement Graduation Plans. BIOLOGY Pre-AP This course extends and deepens the topics covered in biology, including a strong emphasis on field and laboratory investigations and may include research activities in preparation for Advanced Placement Biology. Course # 3233 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 9-10 None CHEMISTRY This course is designed to introduce students to chemistry at the TEKS level and includes abstract and quantitative aspects of chemistry. Technology is incorporated as appropriate to support the study of specific topics. Chemistry is the study of the structure, composition and behavior of matter. Students study a variety of topics that include: characteristics of matter; energy transformations during physical and chemical changes; atomic structure; periodic table of elements; behavior of gases; bonding; nuclear fusion and nuclear fission; chemical equations; properties of solutions; acids and bases; and chemical reactions. Student investigations emphasize accurate observations, collection of data, data analysis and the safe manipulation of scientific apparatus and materials during field and laboratory investigations. Course # 3323 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: State Required: 1 Science credit and Algebra I NEISD Recommended: Completion or concurrent enrollment in second year of math This course may count as a Laboratory Science or as an Advanced Science on Foundation and Endorsement Graduation Plans. 132

137 CHEMISTRY AP This course follows the College Board Advanced Placement guidelines in preparation for the AP exam through which students may receive college credit. Concepts presented at the college level include: inorganic and organic chemistry; quantitative and qualitative analysis; reaction rates and thermodynamics. The laboratory program will present both confirmatory activities and inquiry investigations. Through laboratory experiences, students will gain an operational definition of the concepts and principles of chemistry. Course # 3343 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: NEISD Recommended: Biology, Chemistry and completion of or concurrent enrollment in Algebra II This course may count as a fourth year science credit on the Recommended and Distinguished Graduation Plans, or as an Advanced Science on Foundation and Endorsement Graduation Plans. CHEMISTRY Pre-AP This course extends and deepens the topics covered in Chemistry and includes a strong emphasis on laboratory investigations and may include research activities in preparation for Advanced Placement Chemistry. Course # 3333 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: State Required: 1 science credit and Algebra I NEISD Recommended: Biology and completion of or concurrent enrollment in Algebra II This course may count as a Laboratory Science or as an Advanced Science on Foundation and Endorsement Graduation Plans. EARTH AND SPACE SCIENCE A science elective course designed to build on prior scientific knowledge and skills to develop understanding of earth's systems in space and time. Course # 3330 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: State Required: 3 units of Science, one may be taken concurrently and 3 units of Mathematics, one may be taken concurrently This course may count as a fourth year science credit on the Recommended and Distinguished Graduation Plans, or as an Advanced Science on Foundation and Endorsement Graduation Plans. ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AP This course follows the College Board Advanced Placement guidelines in preparation for the AP exam through which students may receive college credit. This course extends and deepens the topics covered in Environmental Systems and includes a strong emphasis on methodologies required to understand the relationships of the natural world, to identify and analyze environmental problems, to evaluate risks associated with these problems and to examine solutions for resolving and/or preventing them. Independent research and the use of computer technology will allow students to gain a greater understanding of environmental science concepts. Course # 3743 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: NEISD Recommended: 2 Science credits and Algebra I This course may count as a fourth year science credit on the Recommended and Distinguished Graduation Plans, or as an Advanced Science on Foundation and Endorsement Graduation Plans. 133

138 ENVIRONMENTAL SYSTEMS This course is designed to enable a better understanding of man s impact on our surroundings and the environmental needs of the future. Students study a variety of topics that include: biotic and abiotic factors in habitats; ecosystems and biomes; interrelationships among resources and an environmental system; sources and flow of energy through an environmental system; relationships between carrying capacity and changes in populations and ecosystems. Lab work, multimedia, computer simulations, and laboratory and field investigations are important components of this course. Course # 3656 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: NEISD Recommended: 1 credit Biology and one credit IPC or Chemistry or Physics This course may count as a fourth year science credit on the Recommended and Distinguished Graduation Plans, or as an Advanced Science on Foundation and Endorsement Graduation Plans. INTEGRATED PHYSICS & CHEMISTRY (IPC) This course integrates the disciplines of physics and chemistry at the introductory level. Topics studied include: force and motion; waves; energy transformations; properties of matter; changes in matter and solution chemistry. Students conduct field and laboratory investigations, use scientific methods during investigations and make informed decisions using critical thinking and scientific problem solving. This course is not recommended for students who have successfully completed chemistry or physics. Course # 3123 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 9-10 None This course does not count for Distinguished Achievement Program (DAP). Must be taken before Chemistry and Physics on the Recommended Graduation Plan. This course can count as a laboratory science class on the Foundation and Endorsement Graduation Plans. ORGANIC CHEMISTRY Students will become familiar with standard scientific and engineering instrumentation and will work in the context of engineering design problems in disciplines such as mechanical, electrical, civil, materials and biomedical engineering. Course # 3328 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 12 NEISD Recommended: Successful completion of Biology and Chemistry This course may count as an Advanced Science on Foundation and Endorsement Graduation Plans. PHYSICS Students conduct field and laboratory investigations, use scientific methods during investigation and make informed decisions using critical thinking and scientific problem solving. Students study a variety of topics that include: laws of motion; changes within physical systems and conservation of energy and momentum; force; thermodynamics; and characteristics and behavior of waves. Student investigations emphasize accurate observations, collection of data, data analysis and the safe manipulation of advanced scientific apparatus and materials during field and laboratory investigations. Course # 3423 NEISD Recommended: Completion or concurrent enrollment in Algebra I This course may count as a Laboratory Science course or an Advanced Science course on Foundation and Endorsement Graduation Plans. 134

139 PHYSICS AP C (CALCULUS BASED) This course follows the College Board Advanced Placement guidelines in preparation for the AP exam through which students may receive college credit. In the Physics C course, emphasis is placed on the in-depth study of the concepts of mechanics (approximately one semester) and electricity and magnetism (approximately one semester). Additional topics such as wave motion, kinetic theory and thermodynamics may be included. Although fewer topics are covered in Physics C than in Physics B, they are covered in greater depth and with greater analytical and mathematical sophistication including calculus applications. Course # 3443 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 12 NEISD Recommended: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in a Calculus course This course may count as a fourth year science credit on the Recommended and Distinguished Graduation Plans, or as an advanced science on Foundation and Endorsement Graduation Plans. PHYSICS Pre-AP This course extends and deepens the topics covered in physics and includes a strong emphasis on field and laboratory investigations. In addition, this course includes problem solving with a focus on advanced mathematical applications and may include research activities in preparation for Physics AP. Course # 3433 NEISD Recommended: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in Algebra I This course may count as a Laboratory Science or as an Advanced Science on Foundation and Endorsement Graduation Plans. SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY Science and Technology (SciTech) is a high-level, hands-on science and engineering course. Through self and peer evaluation, SciTech requires students to interact verbally, in writing, and through improving the performance of devices. Course # 3909 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: None This course may count as an Advanced Science on Foundation and Endorsement Graduation Plans. STAAR PREP SCIENCE This course is designed to prepare students for successful completion of the STAAR End of Course examinations in science. The STAAR EOC objectives are re-taught using a variety of instructional methods to include classroom instruction and computer-based instruction. Instruction will be designed to meet the needs of each individual student. Course # 1106 Credit: 0.5 Term: Semester Grade Placement: 9-12 Counselor Recommendation 135

140 TAKS SUCCESS IN SCIENCE This course is designed for students who are in need of improving content and process knowledge in biology, chemistry and physics in preparation for the Science TAKS. This laboratory-based course will provide opportunities for students to deepen their understanding of fundamental science concepts by engaging in extended laboratory investigations. Investigations are framed in the context of real world applications of scientific concepts. Course # 1006 Credit: 0.5 Local Credit Term: Semester Grade Placement: Teacher/Counselor Recommendation This course will not count toward state graduation requirements. Course # 1007 Credit: 1.0 Local Credit Term: Full Year Grade Placement: Teacher/Counselor Recommendation This course will not count toward state graduation requirements. Social Studies ADVANCED SOCIAL STUDIES: MODEL UN Students in Model UN are expected to prepare for and attend a national or international level conference. Students are required to compile a detailed briefing of an assigned nation s foreign policy, recent political history and domestic and international issues that the assigned nation considers of immediate importance. Students are also expected to become an expert on one area of international importance. Research completed on this issue will become the background documentation for use during a model UN conference hosted by the campus. Students examine the issue from multiple perspectives and present a summary of various options/stances taken by the international community. Students will also develop a bibliography of resources pertaining to the topic they have chosen. Course # 4835 Credit: 0.5 Term: Semester Grade Placement: 12 A summer reading program may be required. ADVANCED SOCIAL STUDIES: MODEL UN II Building on the first-year course, students in Model UN II are expected to prepare for and attend a national or international level conference. Students are required to compile a detailed briefing of an assigned nation s foreign policy, recent political history, and domestic and international issues that the assigned nation considers of immediate importance. Students are also expected to become an expert on one area of international importance. Research completed on this issue will become the background documentation for use during a model UN conference hosted by the campus. Students examine the issue from multiple perspectives and present a summary of various options/stances taken by the international community. Students will also develop a bibliography of resources pertaining to the topic they have chosen. Course # 4850 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: None A summer reading program may be required. 136

141 ADVANCED SOCIAL STUDIES: MODEL UN III Students will build an understanding of the myriad of issues on the world s agenda, and the role played by each Model UN representative when discussing international issues. Students will select topics for, and participate in at least one school based Model UN conference simulation. Their participation requires that they chair one committee. The student will also prepare for at least one national or international conference, acting as the coordinating or lead delegate. The student will review a recently published work discussing international relations. Course # 4851 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: None A summer reading program may be required. ADVANCED SOCIOLOGY An advanced level sociology course in which topics change according to current and relevant issues. The course studies sociology as a discipline within the Social Studies framework. Current events are an integral part of the course, along with the definition, theory and interpretation of social problems. Course # 4832 Credit: 0.5 Term: Semester Grade Placement: Sociology ANTHROPOLOGY A survey of physical and cultural human development. In a seminar setting, the course will introduce the student to the four major branches of Anthropology: physical, social (cultural), linguistics and archaeology. Course # 4828 Credit: 0.5 Term: Semester Grade Placement: None Please be advised that the theory of human evolution will be discussed in this course. AP COMPARATIVE GOVERNMENT & POLITICS Comparative government and politics provides students with the conceptual tools necessary to develop an understanding of some of the world s diverse political structures and practices. This course will encompass the study of selected countries and their governments and general concepts used to interpret the political relationships and institutions found in virtually all national politics. The countries of Great Britain, France, China, Russia and a fifth developing country, such as India, Mexico, or Nigeria are covered in this college-level introductory comparative political course. Topics included in this course are the sources of public authority and political power, the relationship between state and society, the relationship between citizens and states, political institutions and frameworks, political change and the comparative method. It is recommended that a student first successfully complete US Government AP before enrolling in this course. Course # 4826 Credit: 0.5 Term: Semester Grade Placement: 12 Recommended - At least two credits in Social Studies. A summer reading program may be required. AP HUMAN GEOGRAPHY An introduction to the systematic study of patterns and processes that have shaped human understanding, and the use and alteration of earth's surface. Students employ spatial concept and landscape analysis to examine human social organization and its environmental consequences. Course # 4123 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: Recommended - World Geography, World History 137

142 ECONOMICS: EMPHASIS ON THE FREE ENTERPRISE SYSTEM This course provides opportunities for students to study basic principles concerning production, consumption and distribution of goods and services. Content builds an understanding of the essential components and benefits of the free enterprise system. Students study such concepts as scarcity, economic interdependence, the market system, prices, economic stability and growth. Students examine the role of government in the American economic system, and explore selected aspects of international economic systems. The course gives students insights into the techniques and tools used by economists in analyzing data. Students are also provided opportunities to acquire competencies and knowledge of practical economic functions including personal financial literacy. Course # 4822 Credit: 0.5 Term: Semester Grade Placement: 12 None EUROPEAN HISTORY AP This is a first-year college level course in European History. It is designed to teach students the analytical skills and factual knowledge necessary to deal critically with the problems and materials in European History. Students will learn to assess historical materials their reliability, and the importance and to weigh the evidence and interpretations presented in historical scholarship. Students will be expected to demonstrate individual initiative continually through independent research and an ability to analyze their findings in writing. Students are encouraged to take the Advanced Placement Examination in European History given in May of each year. Course # 4221 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: None A summer reading program may be required. This course does not fulfill the World History graduation requirement. GLOBAL LEADERSHIP In this course, students will examine and explore current events (one for each nine weeks). Students will research and analyze the geographic, historical and cultural aspects of the topic and predict how today s events will impact tomorrow. Course # 4849 Credit: 0.5 Term: Semester Grade Placement: None History Fair Presentation MACROECONOMICS AP This course is intended to give students a thorough understanding of the principles of economics that apply to an economic system as a whole. This course places particular emphasis on the study of national income and price determination and will also develop the students familiarity with economic performance measures, economic growth and international economics. It is recommended that a student first successfully complete either Economics or Microeconomics AP before enrolling in this course. Course # 4811 Credit: 0.5 Term: Semester Grade Placement: 12 None A summer reading program may be required. This course counts for economics graduation credit. 138

143 MICROECONOMICS AP This course is intended to give students a thorough understanding of the principles of economics that apply to the functions of individual decision makers, both consumers and producers, within the larger economic system. It places primary emphasis on the nature and functions of the product markets and includes the study of factor markets and the role of government in promoting greater efficiency and equity in the economy. Course # 4812 Credit: 0.5 Elective Term: Semester Grade Placement: 12 None A summer reading program may be required. This course counts for economics graduation credit. MODERN EAST ASIA STUDIES Modern East Asia Studies is a college-level course that covers developments in China, Japan, Korea and to a lesser extent, Central Asia and Indochina in the modern era. The course will begin with the end of the Mongol period and advance to present times. The objective will be for students to achieve an understanding of the cultural traditions and events that shape Asian responses to European Imperialism. The course will conclude with a view of the idea of the Twenty-First Century as the Pacific, Asian or Chinese Century. The course will use a college-level text along with a variety of print and non-print resources. Students will complete research projects and papers, write essays, and take tests. The rigor of the course and the quality of the work expected will be college-level. Course # 4855 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: None PSYCHOLOGY The study of psychology is based on an historical framework that relies on effective collection and analysis of data. Students study such topics as theories of human development, personality, motivation and learning. This course gives students the opportunity to study individual and group psychology. Students learn how the knowledge, methods and theories of psychologists apply to analyzing human behavior. Course content is organized to help students develop critical attitudes toward superficial generalizations about human behavior and to achieve a better understanding of human behavior in general. Course # 4830 Credit: 0.5 Term: Semester Grade Placement: None PSYCHOLOGY AP This is an introductory college course in psychology, providing students with a learning experience commensurate with a college introductory course. This course will introduce students to the systemic and scientific study of behavior and mental processes of human beings and animals. They will be exposed to major sub fields within psychological pedagogy. This course is ideally suited for those students planning a major in Liberal Arts at the college level, or for those who are seeking advance standing in college studies through the passage of the Advanced Placement Exam, or departmental testing programs. Students are encouraged to take the Advanced Placement Examination in May. Course # 4829 Credit: 0.5 Term: Semester Grade Placement: None A summer reading program may be required. 139

144 SOCIAL STUDIES SPECIAL TOPICS: AREA STUDIES This course is designed to immerse students in the study of a region of the world (ex. Africa, Asia, Latin America, Middle East) including its history, culture, language and political structures. This course can be repeated with different area focuses as long as the student does not exceed 2.0 credits in all Special Topic courses. Course # 4854 Credit: 0.5 Term: Semester Grade Placement: None SOCIOLOGY This course includes the nature of sociology, culture, socialization, groups and institutions, communications and cultural development and change. The concepts will remain constant; however, the content may vary depending on student interest. The students will have an opportunity to explore the major tools of the science of sociology. These will include, but are not limited to, analyzing types of groups and interaction among groups, understanding the impact of media on groups and analyzing the impact of science and technology upon people and cultures. Students study such topics as the history and systems of sociology, cultural and social norms, social institutions and mass communication. Course # 4831 Credit: 0.5 Term: Semester Grade Placement: None SPECIAL TOPICS: CONTEMPORARY ISSUES IN U.S. HISTORY Many recent events have greatly influenced our thinking about the United States, its culture, government and role in the world. Some of these events are the use of the atomic bomb on Japan to end World War II, the communist witch-hunts of the 1950s (McCarthyism) the Cold War, the assassinations of the 1960s, the Vietnam War, Watergate, the collapse of the Soviet empire, the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001 and the resulting war on terrorism. This one-semester course will explore these events and others to see how they have affected our lives and attitudes as we enter the 21st century. A unique and challenging opportunity for the use of various research and learning strategies will be provided, including Socratic Dialogue, teacher and student-led seminars, Internet web sites, and student presentations using technology resources. Course # 4845 Credit: 0.5 Term: Semester Grade Placement: 9-12 None SPECIAL TOPICS: MODEL UN I This course utilizes an international approach to examining the yearly issues/topics being addressed by the United Nations. Students will conduct extensive research on topics of international concern and will practice, in simulations, the United Nations deliberations through programs in the United States and Mexico. Course # 4847 Credit: 0.5, 1.0 Term: Semester, Full Year Grade Placement: 9-12 None A summer reading program may be required. SPECIAL TOPICS: PHILOSOPHY This course is designed to provide an introduction to philosophy. The arguments of both ancient and modern philosophers will be studied and students will develop their own responses to philosophical questions in reference to life, the universe, morality and the nature of man. Course # 4837 Credit: 0.5 Term: Semester Grade Placement: None 140

145 STAAR PREP SS1 This course is designed to prepare students for successful completion of the STAAR End of Course examinations in social studies. The STAAR EOC objectives are re-taught using a variety of instructional methods to include classroom instruction and computer-based instruction. Instruction will be designed to meet the needs of each individual student. Course # 1104 Credit: 0.5 Term: Semester 1 Grade Placement: 9-12 Counselor Recommendation STAAR PREP SS2 This course is designed to prepare students for successful completion of the STAAR End of Course examinations in social studies. The STAAR EOC objectives are re-taught using a variety of instructional methods to include classroom instruction and computer-based instruction. Instruction will be designed to meet the needs of each individual student. Course # 1105 Credit: 0.5 Term: Semester 2 Grade Placement: 9-12 Counselor Recommendation TAKS SUCCESS IN SOCIAL STUDIES This course is designed to prepare students for successful completion of the TAKS exit examination in social studies. The five TAKS objectives are re-taught using a variety of instructional methods to include classroom instruction and computer-based instruction. Instruction will be designed to meet the learning needs of each individual student. Course # 1008 Credit: 0.5 Local Credit Term: Semester Grade Placement: U.S. GOVERNMENT AP This is a first-year college level course in American Government. The course is designed to examine, in depth, the foundations of the American political system through an extensive review of the nation s Constitution, its three branches of government, the policy making process of the government, the growth and development of political institutions and parties, the influence of the bureaucracy and media on policy making and a study of state and local government structures. Emphasis in the course will be placed on the development of research skills, the interpretation and analysis of primary and secondary documents and on writing of critical essays on political issues and problems. The course is ideally suited for those students planning to major in the Social Sciences or for those seeking advanced standing in college government should they desire to take the Advanced Placement Exam in government or to validate credit through other means. A strong writing background is pre-supposed as are good study habits and strong self-motivation. Students are encouraged to take the Advanced Placement Examination in May. Course # 4350 Credit: 0.5 Term: Semester Grade Placement: 12 None A summer reading program may be required. NOTE: This course does satisfy U.S. Government credit for graduation. 141

146 U.S. HISTORY AP This is a college-level course that covers U.S. History from exploration to current times. The course is designed to cover U.S. historical, cultural, social and political events that have played a significant part in the development of the history of the United States. This course is ideally suited for those students planning to major in Liberal Arts at the college level or for those who are seeking advanced standing in college studies through the passage of the Advanced Placement Exam, CLEP or departmental testing programs. Students are encouraged to take the Advanced Placement Examination in May. Course # 4115 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: None A summer reading program may be required. NOTE: This course does satisfy U.S. History credit for graduation U.S. MILITARY HISTORY: This course introduces the military history of the United States through a survey of its pivotal wars. The course includes an overview of each war, its important battles, the strategies and tactics of the opposing forces and a look at the individuals involved in each conflict. Topics will include colonial wars, the Revolution, the War of 1812, the US-Mexican War, the Civil War, the Spanish-American War and major Indian wars. Course # 4856 Credit: 0.5 Term: Semester Grade Placement: None U.S. MILITARY HISTORY: 1898 TO THE PRESENT This course introduces the military history of the United States through a survey of its pivotal wars. The course includes an overview of each war, its important battles, the strategies and tactics of the opposing forces and a look at the individuals involved in each conflict. Topics will include World War I, World War II, the Korean War, the Vietnam War and the First and Second Gulf Wars. Course # 4857 Credit: 0.5 Term: Semester Grade Placement: None U.S. STUDIES SINCE RECONSTRUCTION In this course, which is the second part of a two-year study of United States history that begins in grade 8, students study the history of the United States since Reconstruction to the present. Historical content focuses on the political, economic and social events and issues related to industrialization and urbanization, major wars, domestic and foreign policies of the Cold War and post-cold War eras and reform movements including civil rights. Students examine the impact of geographic factors on major events and analyze causes and effects of the Great Depression. Students examine the impact of constitutional issues on American society, evaluate the dynamic relationship of the three branches of the federal government and analyze efforts to expand the democratic process. Students describe the relationship between the arts and the times during which they were created. Students analyze the impact of technological innovations on the American labor movement. Students use critical-thinking skills, including explaining and applying different methods that historians use to interpret the past, including points of view and historical context. Course # 4113 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 11 None 142

147 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT In U.S. Government, the focus is on the principles and beliefs upon which the United States was founded and on the structure, function and powers of government at the national, state and local levels. This course is the culmination of the civic and governmental content and concepts studies from kindergarten through required secondary courses. This course provides an opportunity to study in depth the foundation of the United States political system; to analyze the political institutions, processes and values of the system; to analyze the structure and functions of the government on local, state and federal levels; and to study the major documents which will include the Constitution, Bill of Rights and Federalist Papers. Students put into practice the content and concepts they have learned about responsibilities on the civic level. Course # 4346 Credit: 0.5 Term: Semester Grade Placement: 12 None WORLD GEOGRAPHY Students examine people, places, and environments at local, regional, national and international scales from the spatial and ecological perspectives of geography. Students describe the influence of geography on events of the past and present. A significant portion of the course centers around the physical processes that shape patterns in the physical environment; the characteristics of major land forms, climates and ecosystems and interrelationships; the political, economic and social processes that shape cultural patterns of regions; types and patterns of settlement; the distribution and movement of world population; relationships among people, places and environments; and the concept of region. Students analyze how location affects economic activities in different economic systems throughout the world. Students identify the processes that influence political divisions of the planet and analyze how different points of view affect the development of public policies. Students compare how components of culture shape the characteristics of regions and analyze the impact of technology and human modifications on the physical environment. Student use problem-solving and decisionmaking skills to ask and answer geographic questions. Course # 4120 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 9 None WORLD GEOGRAPHY STUDIES Pre-AP This advanced level course is an enriched and more comprehensive coverage of the regular World Geography course. Emphasis is placed on in-depth study of topic areas, critical analysis and writing skills to prepare students for AP level courses. This course requires a significant amount of time on the part of the student. Course # 4121 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 9 None A summer reading program may be required. WORLD HISTORY STUDIES This course offers an overview of the entire history of humankind. The major emphasis is on the study of significant people, events and issues from the earliest times to the present. Traditional historical points of reference in world history are identified as students analyze important events and issues. Students examine the impact of geographic factors on major historic events and identify the historic origins of contemporary economic systems. Students analyze the process by which democratic-republican governments evolved as well as the ideas from historical documents that influenced that process. Students trace the historical development of important legal and political concepts. Students examine the history and impact of major religious and philosophical traditions. Students analyze the connections between major developments in science and technology and the growth of industrial economics. Student use the process of historical inquiry to research, interpret and use multiple sources of evidence. Course # 4213 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 10 None 143

148 WORLD HISTORY STUDIES AP AP World History is designed to develop a greater understanding of the evolution of global processes and contacts in interaction with different types of human societies. The course highlights the nature of changes in international frameworks and its cause and consequences, as well as comparisons among major societies. This course emphasizes relevant factual knowledge deployed in conjunction with leading interpretive issues and types of historical evidence. Focused primarily on the past thousand years of world history, the course builds on an understanding of cultural, instructional and technological precedents that, along with geography, set the human stage prior to 1000 C. E. Course # 4215 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 10 None A summer reading program may be required. WORLD HISTORY STUDIES Pre-AP This advanced level course is an enriched and more comprehensive coverage of the regular World History course. Emphasis is placed on in-depth study of topic areas, critical analysis and writing skills to prepare students for AP level courses. This course requires a significant amount of time on the part of the student. Course # 4214 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 9 None A summer reading program may be required. Special Education AD HEALTHY LIFESTYLES I AD Healthy Lifestyles I is an adapted version of Healthy Lifestyles I. The course develops a structural environment in which students will enhance their total well-being and gain knowledge and skills to make healthy lifestyle choices for a lifetime. Students will have the opportunity to experience the joy of movement and to discover for themselves its value as a part of their everyday lives. Personal fitness, mental and physical health issues, the human body and functions of the systems, drug abuse, diseases, pollution, nutrition, human sexuality, and abstinence education are among the many topics that are fundamental to this course. Through participating in a variety of activities, adapted to each person's own abilities, students will have the opportunity to experience the joy of movement and to discover for themselves its value as a part of their everyday lives. Course # 7117 Credit: 0.5 Term: Semester Grade Placement: 9-12 Qualified Special Education Student; ARD/IEP Committee Recommendation Mixed gender setting; must be accompanied by AD Healthy Lifestyles II to get full credit. AD HEALTHY LIFESTYLES II AD Healthy Lifestyles II is an adapted version of Healthy Lifestyles II. The course develops a structural environment in which students will enhance their total well-being and gain knowledge and skills to make healthy lifestyle choices for a lifetime. Students will have the opportunity to experience the joy of movement and to discover for themselves its value as a part of their everyday lives. Personal fitness, mental and physical health issues, the human body and functions of the systems, drug abuse, diseases, pollution, nutrition, human sexuality, and abstinence education are among the many topics that are fundamental to this course. Through participating in a variety of activities, adapted to each person's own abilities, students will have the opportunity to experience the joy of movement and to discover for themselves its value as a part of their everyday lives. Course # 7118 Credit: 0.5 Term: Semester Grade Placement: 9-12 Qualified Special Education Student; ARD/IEP Committee Recommendation Mixed gender setting; must be accompanied by AD Healthy Lifestyles I to get full credit. 144

149 ADAPTED PE BASIC 1 This program is designed for students who cannot successfully participate in the regular physical education program as determined by ARD committee. Individualized testing and instruction include developmental games, remedial exercises, motor tasks, special exercises as prescribed by a physician or physical therapist, recreational skills for leisure sports and Special Olympics training. Course # 7201 Qualified Special Education Student; ARD/IEP Committee Recommendation This course receives basic credit when class rankings are determined. ADAPTED PE BASIC 2 This program is designed for students who cannot successfully participate in the regular physical education program as determined by ARD committee. Individualized testing and instruction include developmental games, remedial exercises, motor tasks, special exercises as prescribed by a physician or physical therapist, recreational skills for leisure sports and Special Olympics training. Course # 7202 Qualified Special Education Student; ARD/IEP Committee Recommendation This course receives basic credit when class rankings are determined. ALE ALGEBRA I A STAAR ALE Algebra I A STAAR is for students receiving special education services whose ARD committee has determined the student is eligible and will take the applicable STAAR ALT EOC. This special education setting course incorporates the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills which are vertically aligned to prerequisite skills through an alternate curriculum. Students learn to use a variety of representations, tools and technology to solve meaningful problems. Course # 2001 Credit: 1.0 Local Credit Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 9-12 Qualified Special Education Student; ARD/IEP Committee Recommendation This course receives basic credit when class rankings are determined. ALE ALGEBRA I M STAAR ALE Algebra I M STAAR is for students receiving special education services whose ARD committee has determined that the student is eligible and will take the applicable EOC Modified Test. In this special education setting class, the essential knowledge and skills of the general education curriculum are modified and vertically aligned to satisfy the individual needs of the student whose math skills are significantly below grade level. Course # 2005 Qualified Special Education Student; ARD/IEP Committee Recommendation This course receives basic credit when class rankings are determined. ALE ALGEBRA II A ALE Algebra II A is for students receiving special education services whose ARD committee has determined the student is eligible and would take an applicable STAAR ALT EOC if it were available. This special education course setting incorporates the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills which are vertically aligned to prerequisite skills through an alternate curriculum. Students study algebraic concepts and their relationships. They will learn to use a variety of representations, tools and technology to solve meaningful problems. Course # 2004 Qualified Special Education Student; ARD/IEP Committee Recommendation This course receives basic credit when class rankings are determined. 145

150 ALE BIOLOGY A STAAR ALE Biology A STAAR is for students receiving special education services whose ARD committee has determined the student is eligible and will take the applicable STAAR ALT EOC. This special education setting course incorporates the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills which are vertically aligned to prerequisite skills through an alternate curriculum. Student investigations include observations, collection of data, data analysis and some laboratory investigations. Course # 3001 Qualified Special Education Student; ARD/IEP Committee Recommendation This course receives basic credit when class rankings are determined. ALE BIOLOGY M STAAR ALE Biology M STAAR is for students receiving special education services whose ARD committee has determined that the student is eligible and will take the applicable EOC Modified test. In this special education setting class, the essential knowledge and skills of the general education curriculum are modified and vertically aligned to satisfy the individual needs of the student whose skills are significantly below grade level. Course # 3020 Qualified Special Education Student; ARD/IEP Committee Recommendation This course receives basic credit when class rankings are determined. ALE CHEMISTRY A ALE Chemistry A is for students receiving special education services whose ARD committee has determined the student is eligible and would take an applicable STAAR ALT EOC if it were available. This special education setting course incorporates the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills which are vertically aligned to prerequisite skills through an alternate curriculum. Student investigations include observations, collection of data, data analysis and some laboratory investigations. Course # 3003 Qualified Special Education Student; ARD/IEP Committee Recommendation This course receives basic credit when class rankings are determined. ALE COMMUNICATION APPLICATIONS ALE Communication Applications will focus on helping students with intellectual disabilities develop the fundamental skills necessary to communicate effectively in a variety of modes with an emphasis on listening, speaking, discussing, planning, presenting and assessing. In this special education setting, the students will develop the skills to asssist them in becoming an effective communicator in the classroom, on the job and/or in the community. Course # 5808 Credit: 0.5 Term: Semester Grade Placement: 9-12 Qualified Special Education Student; ARD/IEP Committee Recommendation This course receives basic credit when class rankings are determined. ALE ECONOMICS A ALE Economics A is for students receiving special education services whose ARD committee has determined the student is eligible and would take an applicable STAAR M or ALT EOC if it were available. This special education setting course incorporates the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills which are vertically aligned to prerequisite skills through an alternate curriculum. This course provides opportunities for students to study basic principles concerning production, consumption and distribution of goods and services. Course # 4005 Credit: 0.5 Term: Semester Grade Placement: 9-12 Qualified Special Education Student; ARD/IEP Committee Recommendation This course receives basic credit when class rankings are determined. 146

151 ALE ENGLISH I A STAAR ALE English I A STAAR is for students receiving special education services whose ARD committee has determined the student is eligible and will take the applicable STAAR ALT EOC. This special education setting course is designed to teach functional English Skills related to everyday living experiences. English I A incorporates the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills which are vertically aligned to prerequisite skills through an alternate curriculum. Areas covered throughout the year include reading/literary study, writing, oral and written language development, basic grammar, spelling, listening and following directions. Course # 1011 Qualified Special Education Student; ARD/IEP Committee Recommendation This course receives basic credit when class rankings are determined. ALE ENGLISH II A STAAR ALE English II A STAAR is for students receiving special education services whose ARD committee has determined the student is eligible and will take the applicable STAAR ALT EOC. This special education setting course is designed to teach functional English Skills related to everyday living experiences. English II A incorporates the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills which are vertically aligned to prerequisite skills through an alternate curriculum. Areas covered throughout the year include reading/literary study, writing, oral and written language development, basic grammar, spelling, listening and following directions. Course # 1012 Qualified Special Education Student; ARD/IEP Committee Recommendation This course receives basic credit when class rankings are determined. ALE ENGLISH III A ALE English III A is for students receiving special education services whose ARD committee has determined the student is eligible and would take the applicable STAAR ALT EOC if it were available. This special education setting course is designed to teach functional English Skills related to everyday living experiences. English III A incorporates the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills which are vertically aligned to prerequisite skills through an alternate curriculum. Areas covered throughout the year include reading/literary study, writing, oral and written language development, basic grammar, spelling, listening and following directions. Course # 1013 Qualified Special Education Student; ARD/IEP Committee Recommendation This course receives basic credit when class rankings are determined. ALE ENGLISH IV A ALE English IV A is for students receiving special education services whose ARD committee has determined that the student is eligible and would take an applicable STAAR ALT EOC if it were available. This special education setting course is designed to teach functional English Skills related to everyday living experiences. English IV A incorporates the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills which are vertically aligned to prerequisite skills through an alternate curriculum. Areas covered throughout the year include reading/literary study, writing, oral and written language development, basic grammar, spelling, listening and following directions. Course # 1014 Qualified Special Education Student; ARD/IEP Committee Recommendation This course receives basic credit when class rankings are determined. 147

152 ALE ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE ALE Environmental Science is for students receiving special education services whose ARD committee has determined the student is eligible and would take an applicable STAAR M or ALT EOC if it were available. This special education setting course incorporates the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills which are vertically aligned to prerequisite skills through an alternate curriculum. This course is designed to enable a better understanding of man s impact on his surroundings and the environmental needs of the future. Course # 3004 Qualified Special Education Student; ARD/IEP Committee Recommendation This course receives basic credit when class rankings are determined. ALE GEOMETRY A ALE Geometry A is for students receiving special education services whose ARD committee has determined the student is eligible and would take the applicable STAAR ALT EOC if it were available. This spcial education setting course incorporates the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills which are vertically aligned to prerequisite skills through an alternate curriculum. Geometry students solve meaningful problems using geometric ideas, relationships and properties Course # 2002 Qualified Special Education Student; ARD/IEP Committee Recommendation This course receives basic credit when class rankings are determined. ALE GEOMETRY M ALE Geometry M is for students receiving special education services whose ARD committee has determined that the student is eligible and would take the applicable EOC Modified test if it were available. In this special education setting class, the essential knowledge and skills of the general education curriculum are modified and vertically aligned to satisfy the individual needs of the student whose math skills are significantly below grade level. Course # 2006 Qualified Special Education Student; ARD/IEP Committee Recommendation This course receives basic credit when class rankings are determined. ALE GOVERNMENT A ALE Government A is for students receiving special education services whose ARD committee has determined the student is eligible and would take an applicable STAAR M or ALT EOC if it were available. This special education setting course incorporates the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills which are vertically aligned to prerequisite skills through an alternate curriculum. In Government, the focus is on the principles and beliefs upon which the United States was founded and on the structure, function and powers of government at the national, state and local levels. Course # 4004 Credit: 0.5 Term: Semester Grade Placement: 9-12 Qualified Special Education Student; ARD/IEP Committee Recommendation This course receives basic credit when class rankings are determined. ALE HEALTH ALE Health is a special education setting course designed to address health issues including personal hygiene, emotions, behavior, alcohol, drugs, tobacco, CPR, sex education, and safety as appropriate for each student and as recommended by the ARD/IEP committee. Course # 7106 Credit: 1.0 Local Credit Term: Semester Grade Placement: 9-12 Qualified Special Education Student; ARD/IEP Committee Recommendation This course receives basic credit when class rankings are determined. 148

153 ALE IPC ALE IPC is for students receiving special education services whose ARD committee has determined the student is eligible and would take an applicable STAAR M or ALT EOC if it were available. This special education setting course incorporates the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills which are vertically aligned to prerequisite skills through an alternate curriculum. Student investigations include observations, collection of data, data analysis and some laboratory investigations. Course # 3002 Qualified Special Education Student; ARD/IEP Committee Recommendation This course receives basic credit when class rankings are determined. ALE MATH MODELS ALE Math Models is for students receiving special education services whose ARD committee has determined the student is eligible and would take an applicable STAAR M or ALT EOC if it were available. This special education setting course incorporates the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills which are vertically aligned to prerequisite skills through an alternate curriculum. In this course, students learn to use mathematical methods to model and solve real-life applied problems involving money, data, chance, patterns, music, design and science. Course # 2003 Qualified Special Education Student; ARD/IEP Committee Recommendation This course receives basic credit when class rankings are determined. ALE READING I ALE Reading I is designed to teach the student functional reading skills related to everyday living experiences. Typically, a carefully sequenced, highly-repetitive sight word approach is used. Emphasis is placed on development of basic reading skills, reading comprehension and learning signs and symbols used in the community. This special education setting course is not aligned to an EOC. Course # 1625 Credit: 1.0 Local Credit Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 9-12 Qualified Special Education Student, ARD/IEP Committee Recommendation This course receives basic credit when class rankings are determined. ALE READING II ALE Reading II is designed to teach the student functional reading skills related to everyday living experiences and post secondary goals. Strong emphasis will be placed on sight word recognition, vocabulary development and comprehension skills. TEKS, pacing and materials will be modified to meet individual needs of the student. This special education setting course is not aligned to an EOC. Course # 1626 Credit: 1.0 Local Credit Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 9-12 Qualified Special Education Student, ARD/IEP Committee Recommendation ALE Reading I This course receives basic credit when class rankings are determined. ALE READING III ALE Reading III is designed to teach the student functional reading skills related to everyday living experiences and post-secondary goals. Strong emphasis will be placed on sight word recognition, vocabulary development and comprehension skills. TEKS, pacing and materials will be modified to meet individual needs of the student. This special education setting course is not aligned to an EOC. Course # 1627 Credit: 1.0 Local Credit Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 9-12 Qualified Special Education Student, ARD/IEP Committee Recommendation ALE Reading II This course receives basic credit when class rankings are determined. 149

154 ALE READING IV ALE Reading IV is designed to teach the student functional reading skills related to everyday living experiences and post-secondary goals. Strong emphasis will be placed on sight word recognition, vocabulary development and comprehension skills. This course incorporates technology with reading for students who have more severe disabilities. Technology and assistive technology will be used to bring the written word to students whose disability prevents them from reading in the traditional manner. TEKS, pacing and materials will be modified to meet individual needs of the student. Course # 1628 Credit: 1.0 Local Credit Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 9-12 Qualified Special Education Student, ARD/IEP Committee Recommendation ALE Reading III This course receives basic credit when class rankings are determined. ALE US HISTORY A STAAR ALE US History A STAAR is for students receiving special education services whose ARD committee has determined the student is eligible and would take the applicable STAAR ALT EOC if it were available. This special education setting course incorporates the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills which are vertically aligned to prerequisite skills through an alternate curriculum. The course is designed to cover U.S. historical, cultural, social and political events that have played a significant part in the development of the history of the United States. Course # 4003 Qualified Special Education Student; ARD/IEP Committee Recommendation This course receives basic credit when class rankings are determined. ALE US HISTORY M STAAR ALE US History M STAAR is for students receiving special education services whose ARD committee has determined that the student is eligible and would take the applicable EOC Modified test if it were available. In this special education setting class, the essential knowledge and skills of the general education curriculum are modified and vertically aligned to satisfy the individual needs of the student whose skills are significantly below grade level. Course # 4008 Qualified Special Education Student; ARD/IEP Committee Recommendation This course receives basic credit when class rankings are determined. ALE W GEOGRAPHY M ALE W Geography M is for students receiving special education services whose ARD committee has determined that the student is eligible and would take the applicable EOC Modified test if it were available. In this special education setting class, the essential knowledge and skills of the general education curriculum are modified and vertically aligned to satisfy the individual needs of the student whose skills are significantly below grade level. Course # 4006 Qualified Special Education Student; ARD/IEP Committee Recommendation This course receives basic credit when class rankings are determined. 150

155 ALE W HISTORY M ALE W History M is for students receiving special education services whose ARD committee has determined that the student is eligible and would take the applicable EOC Modified test if it were available. In this special education setting class, the essential knowledge and skills of the general education curriculum are modified and vertically aligned to satisfy the individual needs of the student whose skills are significantly below grade level. Course # 4007 Qualified Special Education Student; ARD/IEP Committee Recommendation This course receives basic credit when class rankings are determined. ALE WORK-BASED LEARNING I ALE Work-Based Learning courses are delivered through classroom and campus jobs that emphasize development of skills necessary for employment and will lead to the student's post-secondary goals. These courses prepare students for off-campus job sites. Course # 7848 Qualified Special Education Student; ARD/IEP Committee Recommendation This course receives basic credit when class rankings are determined. ALE WORK-BASED LEARNING II ALE Work-Based Learning courses are delivered through classroom and campus jobs that emphasize development of skills necessary for employment and will lead to the student's post-secondary goals. These courses prepare students for off-campus job sites. Course # 7849 Credit: 2.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 9-12 Qualified Special Education Student; ARD/IEP Committee Recommendation ALE Work-Based Learning I and Work Orientation This course receives basic credit when class rankings are determined. ALE WORK-BASED LEARNING III ALE Work-Based Learning courses are delivered through classroom and campus jobs that emphasize development of skills necessary for employment and will lead to the student's post-secondary goals. These courses prepare students for off-campus job sites. Course # 7850 Credit: 3.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 9-12 Qualified Special Education Student; ARD/IEP Committee Recommendation ALE Work-Based Learning II and Work Orientation This course receives basic credit when class rankings are determined. ALE WORK-BASED LEARNING IV ALE Work-Based Learning courses are delivered through classroom and campus jobs that emphasize development of skills necessary for employment and will lead to the student's post-secondary goals. These courses prepare students for off-campus job sites. Course # 7851 Credit: 4.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 9-12 Qualified Special Education Student; ARD/IEP Committee Recommendation ALE Work-Based Learning III and Work Orientation This course receives basic credit when class rankings are determined. 151

156 ALE WORLD GEOGRAPHY A ALE World Geography A is for students receiving special education services whose ARD committee has determined the student is eligible and would take the applicable STAAR ALT EOC if it were available. This special education setting course incorporates the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills which are vertically aligned to prerequisite skills through an alternate curriculum. Students examine people, places, and environments on local, regional, national and international scales. Students use problem-solving and decisionmaking skills to ask and answer geographic questions. Course # 4001 Qualified Special Education Student; ARD/IEP Committee Recommendation This course receives basic credit when class rankings are determined. ALE WORLD HISTORY A ALE World History A is for students receiving special education services whose ARD committee has determined the student is eligible and would take the applicable STAAR ALT EOC if it were available. This special education setting course incorporates the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills which are vertically aligned to prerequisite skills through an alternate curriculum. This course offers an overview of the history of humankind to include the study of significant people, events and issues from the earliest times to the present. Course # 4002 Qualified Special Education Student; ARD/IEP Committee Recommendation This course receives basic credit when class rankings are determined. ALGEBRA I A S Algebra I A S is for students receiving special education services whose ARD committee has determined that the student is eligible and will take the applicable EOC Alternate test. In this general education setting class, the student will work on the essential knowledge and skills of the general education course through an alternate curriculum to satisfy the individual needs of the student whose math skills are significantly below grade level. Course # 2317 Qualified Special Education Student; ARD/IEP Committee Recommendation This course receives basic credit when class rankings are determined. ALGEBRA I M S Algebra I M S is for students receiving special education services whose ARD committee has determined that the student is eligible and will take the applicable EOC Modified test. In this general education setting class, the essential knowledge and skills of the general education curriculum are modified and vertically aligned to satisfy the individual needs of the student whose math skills are significantly below grade level. Course # 2316 Qualified Special Education Student; ARD/IEP Committee Recommendation This course receives basic credit when class rankings are determined. ALGEBRA II A Algebra II A is for students receiving special education services whose ARD committee has determined that the student is eligible and would take the applicable EOC Alternate test if available. In this general education setting class, the student will work on the essential knowledge and skills of the general education course through an alternate curriculum to satisfy the individual needs of the student whose math skills are significantly below grade level. Course # 2347 Qualified Special Education Student; ARD/IEP Committee Recommendation This course receives basic credit when class rankings are determined. 152

157 ALGEBRA II M Algebra II M is for students receiving special education services whose ARD committee has determined that the student is eligible and would take the applicable EOC Modified test if available. In this general education setting class, the essential knowledge and skills of the general education curriculum are modified and vertically aligned to satisfy the individual needs of the student whose math skills are significantly below grade level. Course # 2346 Qualified Special Education Student; ARD/IEP Committee Recommendation This course receives basic credit when class rankings are determined. APPLIED SKILLS This course is designed for students who are mainstreamed into a majority of general education classes. In this special education setting class, students receive remedial or tutorial assistance with their subjects. Emphasis is placed on developing study skills, organizational skills, problem-solving, communication and decision-making skills. In addition, students may receive support in coping with everyday problems through discussion or timeout periods. Behavior Management Plans are developed for students as needed. Course # 7810 Credit: 1.0 Local Credit Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 9-12 Qualified Special Education Student; ARD/IEP Committee Recommendation BIOLOGY A S Biology A S is for students receiving special education services whose ARD committee has determined that the student is eligible and will take the applicable EOC Alternate test. In this general education setting class, the student will work on the essential knowledge and skills of the general education course through an alternate curriculum to satisfy the individual needs of the student whose skills are significantly below grade level. Course # 3227 Qualified Special Edfucation Student; ARD/IEP Committee Recommendation This course receives basic credit when class rankings are determined. BIOLOGY M S Biology M S is for students receiving special education services whose ARD committee has determined that the student is eligible and will take the applicable EOC Modified test. In this general education setting class, the essential knowledge and skills of the general education curriculum are modified and vertically aligned to satisfy the individual needs of the student whose skills are significantly below grade level. Course # 3226 Qualified Special Education Student; ARD/IEP Committee Recommendation This course receives basic credit when class rankings are determined. CHEMISTRY A Chemistry A is for students receiving special education services whose ARD committee has determined that the student is eligible and would take the applicable EOC Alternate test if it were available. In this general education setting class, the student will work on the essential knowledge and skills of the general education course through an alternate curriculum to satisfy the individual needs of the student whose skills are significantly below grade level. Course # 3327 Qualified Special Education Student; ARD/IEP Committee Recommendation This course receives basic credit when class rankings are determined. 153

158 CHEMISTRY M Chemistry M is for students receiving special education services whose ARD committee has determined that the student is eligible and would take the applicable EOC Modified test if it were available. In this general education setting class, the essential knowledge and skills of the general education curriculum are modified and vertically aligned to satisfy the individual needs of the student whose skills are significantly below grade level. Course # 3326 Qualified Special Education Student; ARD/IEP Committee Recommendation This course receives basic credit when class rankings are determined. COMMUNITY-BASED VOCATIONAL INSTRUCTION (CBVI BEYOND) Community-Based Vocational Instruction Beyond continues to emphasize the development of skills necessary for placement in a work setting for students in special education who have completed the courses for minimum graduation. Activities will include a combination of school and community-based instructional settings. Course # 7837 Qualified Special Education student who has completed the courses for the minimum graduation plan; ARD/IEP Committee Recommendation This course receives basic credit when class rankings are determined. Course # 7838 Credit: 2.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 9-12 Qualified Special Education Student who has completed the courses for the minimum graduation plan; ARD/IEP Committee Recommendation This course receives basic credit when class rankings are determined. Course # 7839 Credit: 3.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 9-12 Qualified Special Education Student who has completed the courses for the minimum graduation plan; ARD/IEP Committee Recommendation This course receives basic credit when class rankings are determined. Course # 7840 Credit: 4.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 9-12 Qualified Special Education Student who has completed the courses for the minimum graduation plan; ARD/IEP Committee Recommendation This course receives basic credit when class rankings are determined. 154

159 COMMUNITY-BASED VOCATIONAL INSTRUCTION (CBVI) Community-Based Vocational Instruction (CBVI) emphasizes development of skills necessary for placement in a work setting. Independent, cooperative and group activities are provided in a combination of school and community-based instructional settings. Local employers provide training, NEISD Job Coaches provide support, Transition Teacher - VAC provides support as students work toward their post-secondary goals. Course # 7832 Qualified Special Education Student; ARD/IEP Committee Recommendation This course receives basic credit when class rankings are determined. Course # 7833 Credit: 2.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 9-12 Qualified Special Education Student; ARD/IEP Committee Recommendation This course receives basic credit when class rankings are determined. Course # 7834 Credit: 3.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 9-12 Qualified Special Education Student; ARD/IEP Committee Recommendation This course receives basic credit when class rankings are determined. Course # 7835 Credit: 4.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: 9-12 Qualified Special Education Student; ARD/IEP Committee Recommendation This course receives basic credit when class rankings are determined. CONSUMER MATH LAB Consumer Math Lab is designed to be a student's final math course in their math sequence. The major emphasis of this special education setting course is the operation of whole numbers, decimals, and fractions in practical life situations. Subject matter covered includes, but is not limited to the following: personal finance, budgeting and banking. The course is not aligned to an EOC. Course # 2104 Credit: 1.0 Local Credit Term: Full Year Grade Placement: Qualified Special Education Student; ARD/IEP Committee Recommendation This course receives basic credit when class rankings are determined. ECONOMICS M Economics M is for students receiving special education services whose ARD committee has determined that the student is eligible and would take the applicable EOC Modified test if available. In this general education setting class, the essential knowledge and skills of the general education curriculum are modified and vertically aligned to satisfy the individual needs of the student whose skills are significantly below grade level. Course # 4823 Credit: 0.5 Term: Semester Grade Placement: 9-12 Qualified Special Education Student; ARD/IEP Committee Recommendation This course receives basic credit when class rankings are determined. 155

160 ENG IV M English IV M is for students receiving special education services whose ARD committee has determined that the student is eligible and would take the applicable EOC Modified test if it were available. In this general education setting class, the essential knowledge and skills of the general education curriculum are modified and vertically aligned to satisfy the individual needs of the student whose reading and writing skills are significantly below grade level. Course # 1409 Qualified Special Education Student; ARD/IEP Committee Recommendation This course receives basic credit when class rankings are determined. ENGLISH I A S English I A S is for students receiving special education services whose ARD committee has determined that the student is eligible and will take the applicable EOC Alternate test. In this general education setting class, the student will work on the essential knowledge and skills of the general education course through an alternate curriculum to satisfy the individual needs of the student whose reading and writing skills are significantly below grade level. Course # 1117 Qualified Special Education Student; ARD/IEP Committee Recommendation This course receives basic credit when class rankings are determined. ENGLISH I M S English I M S is for students receiving special education services whose ARD committee has determined that the student is eligible and will take the applicable EOC Modified test. In this general education setting class, the essential knowledge and skills of the general education curriculum are modified and vertically aligned to satisfy the individual needs of the student whose reading and writing skills are significantly below grade level. Course # 1116 Qualified Special Education Student; ARD/IEP Committee Recommendation This course receives basic credit when class rankings are determined. ENGLISH I M STAAR English I M STAAR is for students receiving special education services whose ARD committee has determined that the student is eligible and will take the applicable EOC Modified test. In this special education setting class, the essential knowledge and skills of the general education curriculum are modified and vertically aligned to satisfy the individual needs of the student whose reading and writing skills are significantly below grade level. Course # 1015 Qualified Special Education Student; ARD/IEP Committee Recommendation This course receives basic credit when class rankings are determined. ENGLISH II A S English II A S is for students receiving special education services whose ARD committee has determined that the student is eligible and will take the applicable EOC Alternate test. In this general education setting class, the student will work on the essential knowledge and skills of the general education course through an alternate curriculum to satisfy the individual needs of the student whose reading and writing skills are significantly below grade level. Course # 1217 Qualified Special Education Student; ARD/IEP Committee Recommendation This course receives basic credit when class rankings are determined. 156

161 ENGLISH II M S English II M S is for students receiving special education services whose ARD committee has determined that the student is eligible and will take the applicable EOC Modified test. In this general education setting class, the essential knowledge and skills of the general education curriculum are modified and vertically aligned to satisfy the individual needs of the student whose reading and writing skills are significantly below grade level. Course # 1216 Qualified Special Education Student; ARD/IEP Committee Recommendation This course receives basic credit when class rankings are determined. ENGLISH II M STAAR English II M STAAR is for students receiving special education services whose ARD committee has determined that the student is eligible and will take the applicable EOC Modified test. In this special education setting class, the esential knowledge and skills of the general education curriculum are modified and vertically aligned to satisfy the individual needs of the student whose reading and writing skills are significantly below grade level. Course # 1016 Qualified Special Education Student; ARD/IEP Committee Recommendation This course receives basic credit when class rankings are determined. ENGLISH III A English III A is for students receiving special education services whose ARD committee has determined that the student is eligible and would take the applicable EOC Alternate test if it were available. In this general education setting class, the student will work on the essential knowledge and skills of the general education course through an alternate curriculum to satisfy the individual needs of the student whose reading and writing skills are significantly below grade level. Course # 1317 Qualified Special Education Student; ARD/IEP Committee Recommendation This course receives basic credit when class rankings are determined. ENGLISH III LAB English III Lab for students receiving special education services whose ARD committee has determined that the student is eligible and would take the applicable EOC Modified test if it were available. In this special education setting class, the essential knowledge and skills of the general education curriculum are modified and vertically aligned to satisfy the individual needs of the student whose reading and writing skills are significantly below grade level. Course # 1017 Qualified Special Education Student; ARD/IEP Committee Recommendation This course receives basic credit when class rankings are determined. ENGLISH III M English III M is for students receiving special education services whose ARD committee has determined that the student is eligible and would take the applicable EOC Modified test if it were available. In this general education setting class, the essential knowledge and skills of the general education curriculum are modified and vertically aligned to satisfy the individual needs of the student whose reading and writing skills are significantly below grade level. Course # 1316 Qualified Special Education Student; ARD/IEP Committee Recommendation This course receives basic credit when class rankings are determined. 157

162 ENGLISH IV LAB English IV Lab is for students receiving special education services whose ARD committee has determined that the student is eligible and would take the applicable EOC Modified test if it were available. In this special education setting class, the essential knowledge and skills of the general education curriculum are modified and vertically aligned to satisfy the individual needs of the student whose reading and writing skills are significantly below grade level. Course # 1418 Qualified Special Education Student; ARD/IEP Committee Recommendation This course receives basic credit when class rankings are determined. FUNDAMENTALS OF MATH LAB Fundamentals of Math Lab is designed for students whose present level of performance in mathematics is significantly below grade level. This course does not align to an EOC. Course # 2100 Qualified Special Education Student; ARD/IEP Committee Recommendation This course receives basic credit when class rankings are determined. GEOMETRY A Geometry A is for students receiving special education services whose ARD committee has determined that the student is eligible and would take the applicable EOC Alternate test if it were available. In this general education setting class, the student will work on the essential knowledge and skills of the general education course through an alternate curriculum to satisfy the individual needs of the student whose math skills are significantly below grade level. Course # 2337 Qualified Special Education Student; ARD/IEP Committee Recommendation This course receives basic credit when class rankings are determined. GEOMETRY M Geometry M is for students receiving special education services whose ARD committee has determined that the student is eligible and would take the applicable EOC Modified test if it were available. In this general education setting class, the essential knowledge and skills of the general education curriculum are modified and vertically aligned to satisfy the individual needs of the student whose math skills are significantly below grade level. Course # 2336 Qualified Special Education Student; ARD/IEP Committee Recommendation This course receives basic credit when class rankings are determined. GOVERNMENT M Government M is for students receiving special education services whose ARD committee has determined that the student is eligible and would take the applicable EOC Modified test if it were available. In this general education setting class, the essential knowledge and skills of the general education curriculum are modified and vertically aligned to satisfy the individual needs of the student whose skills are significantly below grade level. Course # 4347 Credit: 0.5 Term: Semester Grade Placement: 9-12 Qualified Special Education Student; ARD/IEP Committee Recommendation This course receives basic credit when class rankings are determined. 158

163 IPC M IPC M is for students receiving special education services whose ARD committee has determined that the student is eligible and would take the applicable EOC Modified test if it were available. In this general education setting class, the essential knowledge and skills of the general education curriculum are modified and vertically aligned to satisfy the individual needs of the student whose skills are significantly below grade level. Course # 3425 Qualified Special Education Student; ARD/IEP Committee Recommendation This course receives basic credit when class rankings are determined. MATH MODELS M Math Models M is for students receiving special education services whose ARD committee has determined that the student is eligible and would take the applicable EOC Modified test if it were available. In this general education setting class, the essential knowledge and skills of the general education curriculum are modified and vertically aligned to satisfy the individual needs of the student whose math skills are significantly below grade level. Course # 2318 Qualified Special Education Student; ARD/IEP Committee Recommendation This course receives basic credit when class rankings are determined. PHYSICS M Physics M is for students receiving special education services whose ARD committee has determined that the student is eligible and would take the applicable EOC Modified test if it were available. In this general education setting class, the essential knowledge and skills of the general education curriculum are modified and vertically aligned to satisfy the individual needs of the student whose skills are significantly below grade level. Course # 3426 Qualified Special Education Student; ARD/IEP Committee Recommendation This course receives basic credit when class rankings are determined. PRE-ALGEBRA LAB Pre-Algebra Lab is a special education setting course designed for students whose present level of performance in mathematics is 7th-8th grade and below. This course is not aligned to an EOC. Course # 2105 Qualified Special Education Student; ARD/IEP Committee Recommendation This course receives basic credit when class rankings are determined. READING LAB I Reading Lab I is a special education setting elective language arts offering intended to supplement placement in an English class. Strong emphasis will be placed on phonetic and structural analysis, vocabulary development and comprehension skills. Essential knowledge and skills, pacing and materials of the regular curriculum may be modified to meet individual needs of students. This course is not aligned to an EOC. Course # 1617 Qualified Special Education Student, ARD/IEP Committee Recommendation This course receives basic credit when class rankings are determined. 159

164 READING LAB II Reading Lab II is a special education setting elective language arts offering intended to supplement placement in an English class. Strong emphasis will be placed on phonetic and structural analysis, vocabulary development and comprehension skills. Essential knowledge and skills, pacing and materials of the regular curriculum may be modified to meet individual needs of students. This course is not aligned to an EOC. Course # 1618 Qualified Special Education Student, ARD/IEP Committee Recommendation This course receives basic credit when class rankings are determined. READING LAB III Reading Lab III is a special education elective language arts offering intended to supplement placement in an English class. Strong emphasis will be placed on phonetic and structural analysis, vocabulary development and comprehension skills. Essential knowledge and skills, pacing and materials of the regular curriculum may be modified to meet individual needs of students. This course is not aligned to an EOC. Course # 1619 Qualified Special Education Student, ARD/IEP Committee Recommendation This course receives basic credit when class rankings are determined. RESOURCE - E Resource-E is designed for students who are mainstreamed in to some regular classes. In this special education setting class, assistance is provided in all subject areas, but emphasis is placed on providing a highlystructured environment, behavior management, teaching appropriate behavior, problem-solving, and accepting responsibility and consequences for one's actions. Course # 7802 Credit: Local Credit Term: Semester, Full Year Grade Placement: 9-12 Qualified Special Education Student; ARD/IEP Committee Recommendation US HISTORY A S US History A S is for students receiving special education services whose ARD committee has determined that the student is eligible and will take the applicable EOC Alternate test. In this general education setting class, the student will work on the essential knowledge and skills of the general education course through an alternate curriculum to satisfy the individual needs of the student whose skills are significantly below grade level. Course # 4137 Qualified Special Education Student; ARD/IEP Committee Recommendation This course receives basic credit when class rankings are determined. US HISTORY M S US History M S is for students receiving special education services whose ARD committee has determined that the student is eligible and will take the applicable EOC Modified test. In this general education setting class, the essential knowledge and skills of the general education curriculum are modified and vertically aligned to satisfy the individual needs of the student whose skills are significantly below grade level. Course # 4136 Qualified Special Education Student; ARD/IEP Committee Recommendation This course receives basic credit when class rankings are determined. 160

165 VAC-ELECTIVE/PE 1 PERIOD VAC is a program to assist students in making a smooth transition from academic pursuits to employment. These courses are delivered through paid employment in the community. Students are required to work a minimum of 15 hours per week in a paid position. Students work with their campus Transition Teacher-VAC in this program. Students must have enough credits to be a junior prior to entering the VAC program. VAC credits count for elective credits. Course # 7841 Credit: 1 Period/ 1.0 credit Term: Full Year Grade Placement: Qualified Special Education Student; ARD/IEP Committee Recommendation Course # 7842 Course # 7843 Course # 7844 This course receives basic credit when class rankings are determined. VAC-ELECTIVE/PE 2 PERIODS VAC is a program to assist students in making a smooth transition from academic pursuits to employment. These courses are delivered through paid employment in the community. Students are required to work a minimum of 15 hours per week in a paid position. Students work with their campus Transition Teacher-VAC in this program. Students must have enough credits to be a junior prior to entering the VAC program. VAC credits count for elective credits. Credit: 2 Periods/2 credits Term: Full Year Grade Placement: Qualified Special Education Student; ARD/IEP Committee Recommendation This course receives basic credit when class rankings are determined. VAC-ELECTIVE/PE 3 PERIODS VAC is a program to assist students in making a smooth transition from academic pursuits to employment. These courses are delivered through paid employment in the community. Students are required to work a minimum of 15 hours per week in a paid position. Students work with their campus Transition Teacher-VAC in this program. Students must have enough credits to be a junior prior to entering the VAC program. VAC credits count for elective credits. Credit: 3 Periods/3 Credits Term: Full Year Grade Placement: Qualified Special Education Student; ARD/IEP Committee Recommendation This course receives basic credit when class rankings are determined. VAC-ELECTIVE/PE 4 PERIODS VAC is a program to assist students in making a smooth transition from academic pursuits to employment. These courses are delivered through paid employment in the community. Students are required to work a minimum of 15 hours per week in a paid position. Students work with their campus Transition Teacher-VAC in this program. Students must have enough credits to be a junior prior to entering the VAC program. VAC credits count for elective credits. Credit: 4 Periods/4 Credits Term: Full Year Grade Placement: Qualified Special Education Student; ARD/IEP Committee Recommendation This course receives basic credit when class rankings are determined. W GEOGRAPHY A W Geography A is for students receiving special education services whose ARD committee has determined that the student is eligible and would take the applicable EOC Alternate test if it were available. In this general education setting class, the student will work on the essential knowledge and skills of the general education course through an alternate curriculum to satisfy the individual needs of the student whose skills are significantly below grade level. Course # 4117 Qualified Special Education Student; ARD/IEP Committee Recommendation This course receives basic credit when class rankings are determined. 161

166 W GEOGRAPHY M W Geography M is for students receiving special education services whose ARD committee has determined that the student is eligible and would take the applicable EOC Modified test if it were available. In this general education setting class, the essential knowledge and skills of the general education curriculum are modified and vertically aligned to satisfy the individual needs of the student whose skills are significantly below grade level. Course # 4116 Qualified Special Education Student; ARD/IEP Committee Recommendation This course receives basic credit when class rankings are determined. W HISTORY A W History A is for students receiving special education services whose ARD committee has determined that the student is eligible and would take the applicable EOC Alternate Test if it were available. In this general education setting class, the student will work on the essential knowledge and skills of the general education course through an alternate curriculum to satisfy the individual needs of the student whose skills are significantly below grade level. Course # 4127 Qualified Special Education Student; ARD/IEP Committee Recommendation This course receives basic credit when class rankings are determined. W HISTORY M W History M is for students receiving special education services whose ARD committee has determined that the student is eligible and would take the applicable EOC Modified test if it were available. In this general education setting class, the essential knowledge and skills of the general education curriculum are modified and vertically aligned to satisfy the individual needs of the student whose skills are significantly below grade level. Course # 4126 Qualified Special Education Student; ARD/IEP Committee Recommendation This course receives basic credit when class rankings are determined. Technology Applications 3-D MODELING AND ANIMATION This course involves creating computer images created in a virtual three-dimensional environment. Students in this course will produce various 3-D models of real-world objects. Course will be used by magnet program. Course # 3036 COMPUTER SCIENCE AP-A Computer Science AP-A emphasizes object-oriented programming methodology with an emphasis on problemsolving and algorithm development using the Java programming language. It includes the study of data structures and abstraction, but these topics are not covered to the extent that they are covered in Computer Science AP-AB. Successful completion of this course will prepare students to complete the College Board Advanced Placement Computer Science A Exam. This course serves as a prerequisite for Computer Science AP-AB. Course # 3010 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: Computer Science Pre-AP This course may count as a fourth year math credit on the Recommended Graduation Plan only. 162

167 COMPUTER SCIENCE Pre-AP The course introduces students to the Java programming language and computer science concepts associated with the creation of software using Java. No prior programming experience is required. The computer science concepts include data types, basic operations, branching statements, looping structures and one-dimensional arrays. This course serves as a prerequisite for Computer Science AP-A. Course # 3005 Algebra I DIGITAL COMMUNICATIONS IN THE 21ST CENTURY This course prepares students for societal demands of increased civic literacy, independent working environments, global awareness, and the mastery of a base set of analysis and communication skills. Course replaces 3000 Multimedia - will be used for magnet programs. Course # 3030 DIGITAL VIDEO AND AUDIO DESIGN This course prepares students for creating and publishing audio and video products. Course will be used in magnet programs. Course # 3035 Credit: 1.0 Term: Full Year Grade Placement: FUNDAMENTALS OF COMPUTER SCIENCE This course will provide opportunities to design, implement and present solutions to real-world problems. Students will collaborate and use computer science concepts to access, analyze, and evaluate information needed to solve problems. Course # 3032 Credit: 0.5 Term: Semester Grade Placement: 9-12 GAME PROGRAMMING AND DESIGN This course provides collaboration opportunities to solve gaming problems with electronic communities. Data analysis will include the identification of task requirements, planning search strategies, and the use of programming concepts to access, analyze and evaluate data to design games. Course will be used by magnet programs. Course # 3037 Algebra I 163

168 INDEPENDENT STUDY IN EVOLVING TECHNOLOGIES Through the study of evolving/emerging technologies, including technology-related terms, concepts, and data input strategies, students will communicate information in different formats and to diverse audiences using a variety of technologies. Students will learn to make informed decisions, develop and produce original work that exemplifies the standards identified by the selected profession or discipline, and publish the product in electronic media and print. Students will demonstrate efficient acquisition of information by identifying task requirements, using search strategies, and using technology to access, analyze, and evaluate the acquired information. Course # 3034 INDEPENDENT STUDY IN TECHNOLOGY APPLICATIONS Through the study of technology applications foundations, students learn to make informed decisions and develop and produce original work that exemplifies the standards identified by the selected profession or discipline, and publish the product in electronic media and print. Course # 3011 MOBILE APPLICATION DEVELOPMENT Students will gain an understanding of the principles of mobile application development through the study of development platforms, programming languages and software design standards. Course will be used by magnet programs. Course # 3033 WEB DESIGN This course prepares students to create and manage web sites. Course replaces 3013 Web Mastering - will be used for magnet programs. Course #

169 ALPHABETICAL INDEX BY COURSE TITLE COURSE NAME PAGE COURSE NAME PAGE 2D Art Portfolio AP 91 ALE World Geography A 152 3D Art Portfolio AP 91 ALE World History A D Modeling and Animation 162 Algebra I 118 Academic Literacy I, II, III 130 Algebra I A S 152 Accounting I, II Algebra I M S 152 Acting for TV/Film 114 Algebra II 118 AD Healthy Lifestyles I, II 144 Algebra II A 152 Adapted PE Basic Algebra II G/T Pre-AP 118 Adapted PE Basic Algebra II M 153 Advanced Aerobic Fitness 128 Algebra II Pre-AP 119 Advanced Animal Science 34 American Sign Language I, II, III, IV Advanced Animation 43 Analysis of Visual Media 74 Advanced Architectural Design 40 Anatomy & Physiology 51 Advanced Audio/Video Production 44 Animation 44 Advanced Automotive Technology 66 Anthropology 137 Advanced Biotechnology 63 AP Calculus A/B 119 Advanced Computer Programming 112 AP Calculus B/C 119 Advanced Construction Management 40 AP Comparative Government & Politics 137 Advanced Construction Technology 41 AP History of Art 91 Advanced Digital Journalism I, II, III 108 AP History of Art G/T 114 Advanced Electrical Technology 111 AP Human Geography 137 Advanced Electronics 64 AP Physics I (Algebra Based) 131 Advanced Engineering Design and Presentation 64 AP Physics II (Algebra Based) 131 Advanced Environmental Technology 34 AP Statistics 119 Advanced Fashion Design 44 Applied Skills 153 Advanced Interior Design 41 Aquatic Science 131 Advanced Journalism - Yearbook Production I, II, III Architectural Design 41 Advanced Peer Assistance Leadership and Service II 127 Architectural Design Studio I 110 Advanced Photography 91 Art Design and Production for Advanced Visual Arts 110 Advanced Plant and Soil Science 34 Art for Science & Engineering 117 Advanced Quantitative Reasoning 118 Art I (2D & 3D) 92 Advanced Social Studies: Model UN 136 Art I Pre-AP 92 Advanced Social Studies: Model UN II 136 Art II Photography 92 Advanced Social Studies: Model UN III 137 Astronomy 131 Advanced Sociology 137 Audio/Video Production 44 Advanced Welding 61 Automotive Technology 67 Adventure Outdoor Education 128 Band I, II, III, IV Advertising and Sales Promotion 62 Banking and Financial Systems 51 Aerobic Activity 128 Biology 132 Aerospace Academy I, II 39 Biology A S 153 Agribusiness Management and Marketing 34 Biology AP 132 Agricultural Facilities Design and Fabrication 35 Biology M S 153 Agriculture Mechanics and Metal Technologies 35 Biology Pre-AP 132 Agriculture Power Systems 35 Biomedical Innovation-Project Lead the Way 52 Aircraft Technology 117 Biotechnology 64 ALE Algebra I A STAAR 145 Boys Chorus I 77 ALE Algebra I M STAAR 145 Broadcast Journalism I, II, III 109 ALE Algebra II A 145 Business English 46 ALE Biology A STAAR 146 Business Information Management I, II 46 ALE Biology M STAAR 146 Business Law 47 ALE Chemistry A 146 Business Management 47 ALE Communication Applications 146 Career Preparation I, II 48 ALE Economics A 146 Ceramics V 115 ALE English I A STAAR 147 Chemistry 132 ALE English II A STAAR 147 Chemistry A 153 ALE English III A 147 Chemistry AP 133 ALE English IV A 147 Chemistry M 154 ALE Environmental Science 148 Chemistry Pre-AP 133 ALE Geometry A 148 Child Development 56 ALE Geometry M 148 Child Guidance 56 ALE Government A 148 Choir I, II, III, IV ALE Health 148 College Algebra - Dual Credit 120 ALE IPC 149 Commercial Photography 44 ALE Math Models 149 Communication Applications 68 ALE Reading I, II, III, IV Community-Based Vocational Instruction (CBVI Beyond) 154 ALE US History A STAAR 150 Community-Based Vocational Instruction (CBVI) 155 ALE US History M STAAR 150 Computer Programming 112 ALE W Geography M 150 Computer Science AP-A 162 ALE W History M 151 Computer Science Pre-AP 163 ALE Work-Based Learning I, II, III, IV 151 Concepts of Engineering and Technology

170 ALPHABETICAL INDEX BY COURSE TITLE COURSE NAME PAGE COURSE NAME PAGE Construction Management 41 English III AP 72 Construction Technology 41 English III G/T AP 72 Consumer Math Lab 155 English III Lab 157 Correctional Services 59 English III M 157 Counseling and Mental Health 56 English IV 72 Court Systems and Practice 59 English IV AP 72 Creative Design 115 English IV G/T AP 73 Creative Writing 74 English IV Lab 158 Culinary Arts 54 Enterepreneurship 62 Dance I - Cheer 79 Environmental Science AP 133 Dance I - Drill 79 Environmental Systems 134 Dance I - Non-Competitive 79 Equine Science 35 Dance I - Pep Squad 79 European History AP 138 Dance II - Cheer 80 Fashion Design 45 Dance II - Drill 80 Fashion Marketing 62 Dance II - Non-Competitive 80 Flags I, II, III, IV 85 Dance II - Pep Squad 80 Food Processing 36 Dance III - Cheer 81 Food Science 55 Dance III - Dance Team 81 Food Technology and Safety 36 Dance III - Drill 81 Forensic Science 59 Dance III - Non-Competitive 81 Foundations of Personal Fitness 129 Dance III - Pep Squad 81 French I 98 Dance IV - Cheer 82 French II 98 Dance IV - Dance Team 82 French II Pre-AP 98 Dance IV - Drill 82 French III 99 Dance IV - Non-Competitive 82 French III Pre-AP 99 Dance IV - Pep Squad 82 French IV Pre-AP 99 Dance Team I, II, III, IV 83 French Langauge AP 99 Data Acquisitions and Analysis 64 French V H 99 Debate I, II 68 Fundamentals of Computer Science 163 Debate III Honors 68 Fundamentals of Math Lab 158 Debate IV 68 Game Programming and Design 163 Design I Theory/Applications 115 Geographic Information Systems I 113 Digital and Interactive Media 58 Geometry 120 Digital Communications in the 21st Century 163 Geometry A 158 Digital Video and Audio Design 163 Geometry G/T Pre-AP 120 Dollars and Sense 56 Geometry M 158 Drawing AP (2D) 92 Geometry Pre-AP 120 Drawing II 92 German I 100 Drawing III (2D) 93 German II 100 Drawing IV (2D) 93 German II Pre-AP 100 Earth and Space Science 133 German III 100 Economics M 155 German III Pre-AP 100 Economics: Emphasis on the Free Enterprise System 138 German IV Pre-AP 101 Electrical Technology 111 German Language AP 101 Electronic Media II 110 Global Business 47 Electronic Media II, III, IV Global Leadership 138 Electronics 113 Government M 158 Energy and Natural Resources Technology 35 Graphic Design and Illustration 45 Energy, Power and Transportation Systems 67 Graphic Design III 94 Eng IV M 156 Graphic Design IV (2D) 94 Engineering Design and Presentation 65 Health Education 107 Engineering Design and Problem Solving 65 Health Profession Academy I 39 Engineering Mathematics 65 Health Science (CR) 52 English I 70 Healthy Lifestyles I, II 107 English I A S 156 Horticultural Science 36 English I for Speakers of Other Languages 73 Human Body Systems (Project Lead the Way) 52 English I G/T Pre-AP 70 Humanities 75 English I M S 156 HVAC and Refrigeration Technololgy 42 English I M STAAR 156 Ind. Study Tech. Apps. - Publication Graphics 111 English I Pre-AP 70 Independent Studies-College Algebra 121 English II 71 Independent Study in Eng/SOL IV 73 English II A S 156 Independent Study in English 75 English II for Speakers of Other Languages 73 Independent Study in Evolving Technologies 164 English II G/T Pre-AP 71 Independent Study in Journalism 109 English II M S 157 Independent Study in Speech 69 English II M STAAR 157 Independent Study in Technology Applications 164 English II Pre-AP 71 Independent Study/Lit Mag Production 75 English III 71 Independent Study-Differential Equations 121 English III A 157 Independent Study-History of Math

171 ALPHABETICAL INDEX BY COURSE TITLE COURSE NAME PAGE COURSE NAME PAGE Independent Study-Number Theory 121 Organic Chemistry 134 Individual Sports 129 Painting II (2D) 95 Individual Studies: Circuits - Intro to Electrical Engineering 121 Painting III (2D) 95 Individual Studies: Dynamics-Engineering Mechanics II 122 Painting IV (2D) 95 Individual Studies: Statics-Engineering Mechanics I 122 Parenting for School-Aged Parents I, II 57 Information Technology & Security Academy I, II 39 Pathophysiology 53 Instructional Practice in Education and Training 50 Peer Assistance Leadership and Service I (PALS) 127 Instrumental Ensemble I, II, III, IV 86 Peer Tutoring for the Handicapped 127 Instrumental Ensemble I, II, III, IV Photoghraphy Advanced-NESA 116 Integrated Physics & Chemistry (IPC) 134 Photojournalism 110 Interior Design 42 Physics 134 Internetworking Technologies I, II 113 Physics AP C (Calculus Based) 135 Internship 75 Physics M 159 Interpersonal Studies 56 Physics Pre-AP 135 IPC M 159 Piping and Plumbing Technology 42 Japanese I 101 Practical Writing Skills 76 Japanese II 101 Practical Writing/SOL III 74 Japanese II Pre-AP 102 Practicum in Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources 37 Japanese III 102 Practicum in Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources II 37 Japanese III Pre-AP 102 Practicum in Architectural Design 43 Japanese Language AP 102 Practicum in Business Management 47 Jewelry Arts II 94 Practicum in Construction Management 112 Jewelry III 95 Practicum in Culinary Arts 55 Journalism I 110 Practicum in Education and Training 50 Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps-JROTC I, II, III, IV Practicum in Fashion Design 45 Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps-JROTC Staff 126 Practicum in Health Science (CNA) 53 Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps-Rifle/Drill 126 Practicum in Health Science (CR) 54 Landscape Design and Turfgrass Management 36 Practicum in Hospitality Services 55 Latin - Word Power 103 Practicum in Human Services 57 Latin AP 103 Practicum in Interior Design 43 Latin I 103 Practicum in Law, Public Safety, Corrections and Security 60 Latin II 103 Practicum in Marketing Dynamics 63 Latin II Pre-AP 103 Practicum in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math 65 Latin III 104 Practicum in Transportation, Distribution and Logistics 67 Latin III Pre-AP 104 Practicum of Electrical 112 Latin IV Pre-AP 104 Pre-Algebra Lab 159 Law Enforcement 59 Precalculus 122 Law Enforcement II 60 Precalculus Pre-AP 123 Lifetime Nutritiion and Wellness 57 Principles and Elements of Floral Design 37 Literary Genres 75 Principles of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources 38 Literature of the Bible 76 Principles of Architecture and Construction 43 Livestock Production 36 Principles of Art/AV and Communication 45 Macroeconomics AP 138 Principles of Biomedical Science (Project Lead the Way) 54 Mandarin Chinese I 97 Principles of Business, Marketing and Finance 48 Mandarin Chinese II 97 Principles of Education and Training 50 Mandarin Chinese II Pre-AP 97 Principles of Health Science 54 Mandarin Chinese III 97 Principles of Human Services 58 Mandarin Chinese III Pre-AP 98 Principles of Information Technology 58 Mandarin Chinese Language AP 98 Principles of Law, Public Safety, Corrections and Security 60 Manufacturing Engineering 61 Principles of Manufacturing 61 Manufacturing Technology I, II 40 Principles of Technology 66 Marketing Dynamics 62 Principles of Transportation, Distribution and Logistics 67 Math Models M 159 Problems and Solutions 49 Mathematical App. In Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources 37 Problems and Solutions I - EMT Program 49 Mathematical Models with Applications 122 Problems and Solutions II - Architecture 49 Medical Interventions (Project Lead the Way) 52 Problems and Solutions II - Pharmacy Tech 49 Medical Microbiology 53 Professional Communications 45 Medical Terminology 53 Professional Standards in Agribusiness 38 Microeconomics AP 139 Psychology 139 Mill and Cabinetmaking Technology 42 Psychology AP 139 Mobile Application Development 164 Public Speaking I, II Modern East Asia Studies 139 Reading Lab I, II, III Money Matters 51 Research in Information Technology Solutions 114 Multimedia/Portfolio Construction 111 Resource-E 160 Multivariable Calculus 122 Restaurant Management 55 Music Theory AP 86 Retailing and E-Tailing 63 Music Theory I, II 116 Robotics and Automation 66 Neurobiology (Scientific Research and Design) 117 SAT Prep 123 Oral Interpretation I, II, III 69 Science and Technology 135 Orchestra I, II, III, IV 87 Scientific Research and Design

172 ALPHABETICAL INDEX BY COURSE TITLE COURSE NAME PAGE COURSE NAME PAGE Sculpture II (3D) 95 World Health Research 54 Sculpture III (3D) 96 World History Studies 143 Sculpture IV (3D) 96 World History Studies AP 144 Security Services 60 World History Studies Pre-AP 144 Senior Early Release Class 124 Writers from Minority Cultures in America 77 Small Animal Management 38 Social Studies Special Topics: Area Studies 140 Sociology 140 Spanish I 104 Spanish II 104 Spanish II Native Pre-AP 105 Spanish II Pre-AP 105 Spanish III 105 Spanish III Native Pre-AP 105 Spanish III Pre-AP 105 Spanish IV 106 Spanish IV Pre-AP 106 Spanish Language AP 106 Spanish Literature AP 106 Spanish V H 106 Spanish VI H 107 Spatial Technology & Remote Sensing (GIS II) 114 Special Topics: Contemporary Issues in U.S. History 140 Special Topics: Model UN I 140 Special Topics: Philosophy 140 Sports and Entertainment Marketing 63 Sports Medicine I, II 124 STAAR Prep ELA 76 STAAR Prep Science 135 STAAR Prep SS2 141 STAAR Prep SSI 141 Strength and Conditioning for the Fitness Professional 129 Student Aide 125 Student Council 127 Student Government Leadership I 128 Study Skills for Speakers of Other Languages 74 TAKS Success in English Language Arts 76 TAKS Success in Math 123 TAKS Success in Science 136 TAKS Success in Social Studies 141 Team Sports 130 Technical Theatre I (NESA) 117 Technical Theatre I, II, III, IV 88 Theatre Arts I, II, III, IV 89 Theatre Production I, II, III, IV 90 U.S. Government AP 141 U.S. History AP 142 U.S. Military History: U.S. Military History: 1898 to the Present 142 U.S. Studies Since Reconstruction 142 UIL Academic English 77 UIL Academic Math 123 United States Government 143 US History A S 160 US History M S 160 VAC-Elective/PE 1 Period, 2 Periods, 3 Periods, 4 Periods 161 Veterinary Medical Applications 38 Video Game Design 46 Virtual Business 48 Vocal Ensemble I, II 78 W Geography A 161 W Geography M 162 W History A 162 W History M 162 Web Design 164 Web Technologies 59 Welding 61 Wildlife, Fisheries and Ecology Management 38 World Geography 143 World Geography Studies Pre-AP