Ninth Grade School

Scott County High School

Elkhorn Crossing School

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Scott County Schools 2168 Frankfort Rd. Georgetown, KY 40324 502-863-3663 Mrs. Patricia Putty, Superintendent Mr. Chip Southworth, Director of Secondary Schools “Equal Education and Employment Opportunity” Scott County Schools District Vision Statement All Scott County students achieve their highest level of academic success and personal growth by learning core content through engaging work in a secure and inviting environment. Scott County Schools District Belief Statements The district takes the responsibility for providing engaging and meaningful learning opportunities. Student learning is the focus when making decisions. Achievement improves when students are engaged in their work and choose to share in the responsibility for learning. Schools supported by the community are safe and inviting places enabling students to learn at higher levels. Scott County Ninth Grade School 1072 Cardinal Dr. Georgetown, KY 40324 502-863-4635 Mr. Dwayne Ellison, Principal Dr. Jonda Tippins, Assistant Principal Dr. John Travis, Dean of Students Mr. Paul Staker, Counselor Scott County High School 1080 Cardinal Dr. Georgetown, KY 40324 502-863-4131 Mr. Frank Howatt, Principal Mr. Joe Pat Covington, Assistant Principal Ms. Annette Williams, Assistant Principal Mrs. Susan Duncan, Dean of Students Mrs. Maria Lyons, Counselor (students attending ECS) Mr. Nick Maxwell (students with last names A – Gi) Ms. Julie Karcher, Counselor (students with last names Gl – O) Mrs. Christina Watford, Counselor (students with last names P – Z) Mrs. Joretta Crowe, Director of Cardinal Academy Elkhorn Crossing School 2001 Frankfort Rd. Georgetown, KY 40324 502-570-4920 Mrs. Michelle Nichols, Principal Mr. Jarrod Slone, Dean of Students -Page 2-

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Descriptions for all courses may be found in the online Course Guide which can be viewed at www.scott.kyschools.us (click on Scott County High or Scott County Ninth Grade, then click on 2013-2014 Course Guide). Indicate course requests for 2013-2014 on the Schedule Request Form. The number of credits required for graduation is 22. Specific academic requirements are listed on pages 4-5 of the Course Guide. Students are responsible for requesting classes that will fulfill 6 periods of the school day. Year-long classes (1 credit) Semester classes (.5 credit) Fourth Period Options: (student must choose Option I or II below) Option I: Do not select any courses under the “4th Period Options” column of your registration sheet. or Option II: Select two semester classes (1 credit per semester – total of two credits) under the “4th Period Options” column. Courses that require a signature from the current teacher will be indicated with an (R) in the course guide and an open signature slot on the Schedule Request Form. Once course requests have been selected and entered by students into the Infinite Campus scheduling portal, requests will become a commitment on the part of the student to remain in the requested courses. Every effort will be made to accommodate the requests indicated; however, the following factors may affect the student’s final schedule: The courses listed in the course guide represent possibilities for the 2013-2014 master schedule. If a course listed in the course guide is not requested by a sufficient number of students during registration, that course will not be included in the master schedule. If that occurs, an alternate course will be substituted. Based on staffing constraints, students may not receive all courses requested due to the large number of student requests. In scheduling classes, priority is given to upperclassmen. If a student registers for two courses that are offered in the final master schedule during the same class period, an alternate course will be selected for the student’s final schedule. If a student requests a course for which they do not meet the prerequisite, the student’s schedule will be adjusted accordingly. Elective courses are rarely offered more than one or two periods per day; therefore, once the master schedule is finalized students will be expected to remain in the elective course they have requested. If you do not register for a full schedule of classes (6 periods), or if you do not provide alternates to select from, your schedule will be filled with the courses that are available and you will not be permitted to request a schedule change. Due to budget shortfalls, schedule changes will be limited for the upcoming school year. Schedule changes will only be considered if the student is academically misplaced, has a duplicate class, lacks a required course for graduation, or does not meet the prerequisite for the course. Students may not request a schedule change based on teacher request. Selecting alternate courses on the Schedule Request Form is an important part of the registration process. Please select a minimum of four alternate courses on the back of the Schedule Request Form. Special consideration should be given to these selections because they may end up in your final schedule and schedule changes will not be permitted. Final responsibility for choosing your classes belongs to you and your parent. We recommend that parents check the IC Parent Portal to review and verify their student’s schedule requests by 4:00 p.m. on Friday, March 15th. After this date, no changes to the schedule requests will be considered.

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Grading Scale

Credits Needed for Grade Placement

92 – 100% 84 – 91% 76 – 83% 68 – 75% 67% or below Incomplete

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4.5 credits to be classified as a sophomore 10 credits to be classified as a junior 16 credits to be classified as a senior 22 credits required to graduate

Report cards will be issued every nine weeks. Mid-term progress reports will be issued 4.5 weeks into each grading period. Types of Curricula Offered at Scott County High School I.

General: This includes the minimum requirements for graduation and is designed for those students who do not plan to attend college or vocational training, but who want a broad-based high school education.

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Pre-College Curriculum: This curriculum has been adopted by the Kentucky Council on Higher Education, and endorsed by Kentucky’s public universities. It consists of minimum courses necessary to prepare students for college and is required by state universities before a student can enroll.

General/Minimum State Graduation Requirements All students must earn 22 credits before graduation to include the following required courses: Total Credits Required 4 English *3 Math 3 Science 3 Social Studies ½ Health ½ PE **Arts/Humanities

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English I English II English III English IV Algebra I Geometry Algebra II 4th year of math required General Science Biology Chemistry Integrated Social Studies World Civilization U.S. History Health/PE Music or Arts/Humanities *All students must take a math class each high school year to include Algebra I, Algebra II, and Geometry. **The Arts/Humanities credit may be fulfilled by one of the following options:  1 credit in choral music, band, piano, music theory, or  ½ credit in arts/humanities with the remaining ½ credit requirement delivered through English, physical education, and social studies classes.

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Pre-College Curriculum The pre-college curriculum is the result of many citizens working to improve the educational system in Kentucky, particularly as it relates to a student’s preparation for college-level studies. The curriculum, as adopted by the Council on Higher Education, has been endorsed by the public universities, the Council of Independent Kentucky Colleges and Universities, and others concerned with educational improvements. The pre-college curriculum is a clear statement of higher education’s expectations regarding the college educational preparation of students. By Kentucky law, the council is responsible for setting the minimum requirements for admission to Kentucky’s public universities. Students entering one of these institutions are required to have completed high school, the pre-college curriculum, and the ACT or SAT examination. Bear in mind that these are the minimum standards and that each university may require additional preparation of its entering students. Students are encouraged to begin to consider college choices early and become aware of the requirements of each being considered. The council believes firmly that this curriculum will benefit every student whether or not the student plans to attend college. It is important for the future of the Commonwealth that all students be encouraged to reach their full academic potential. Total Credits Required 4 English *3 Math 3 Science 3 Social Studies ½ Health & ½ PE **Arts/Humanities

9th English I or Honors Eng. I Algebra I, Honors Geometry General Science, Honors Science Integrated Social Studies or Honors Int. Soc. Stud. Health/PE Music or Arts/Humanities

10th English II or Pre-AP Eng. II Geometry or Honors Algebra II Biology or Honors Biology World Civilization or AP World History

11th English III or AP Eng. Language & Comp. Algebra II, Pre-Calculus or Honors Pre-Calculus Chemistry or Honors Chemistry U.S. History or AP U.S. History

12th English IV or AP Eng. IV 4th year of math required

***2 World Language *All students must take a math class each high school year to include Algebra I, Algebra II, and Geometry. **The Arts/Humanities credit may be fulfilled by one of the following options:  1 credit in choral music, band, piano, music theory, or  ½ credit in arts/humanities with the remaining ½ credit requirement delivered through English, physical education, and social studies classes. ***Foreign language credits must be 2 credits of the same language.

Students are encouraged to go beyond these minimum requirements and should consider taking as many upper level courses as possible. Students will be asked to make a commitment to this curriculum before entering high school. The students’ commitment will allow school personnel to better plan and guide each student.

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Kentucky Education Excellence Scholarship (KEES) Purpose To enable high school students to earn scholarships for postsecondary study. The program contains incentives designed to award continued achievement as students progress through high school.

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Be a Kentucky resident. Be enrolled in a Kentucky high school after July 1, 1998. Meet the curriculum requirements established by the Kentucky Council on Postsecondary Education. Meet the minimum required grade point average (GPA) at the end of any academic year beginning after July 1, 1998. Not be a convicted felon.

Program Description Effective July 1, 1998, high school students began to earn scholarship dollars (called the “base amount”) for each year in which they attained at least a 2.5 GPA. In addition, eligible students who achieve at least a composite score of 15 on the ACT by the date of graduation from high school also receive a bonus award. Upon graduation, the base amount that a student has earned in each eligible year of high school is added to the bonus award to determine a total KEES award. Students will generally be eligible to receive their scholarships for a maximum of eight academic terms in an undergraduate program. The scholarship can be used at any participating accredited public or private institution in Kentucky, including community and technical colleges. For most programs of study, the scholarship must be used within five years of high school graduation. To receive the full amount, students must attend full time. Students attending at least half time, but less than full time receive a proportionate amount; however, each academic term for which a scholarship is received will count as a full academic term, even if the award amount is reduced. Students enrolled full time will receive the maximum amount for the first two academic terms of postsecondary study. To retain the maximum award for the second year, students must have completed their first two academic terms with a cumulative 2.5 GPA. For subsequent award periods, students must maintain a 3.0 cumulative GPA to retain the maximum award.

Funding and Data Collection The KEES program will be funded by Kentucky Lottery proceeds. Net lottery revenues will be transferred to the Student Financial Aid and Advancement Trust Fund, administered by the Council on Postsecondary Education (CPE), to provide funding for this program. CPE is also responsible for promulgating regulation regarding KEES. The Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) is responsible for collecting data from high schools. At the end of each academic year, KDE will transmit to KHEAA a compiled list of all eligible high school students, and by the end of January each year, a list of all eligible students expecting to graduate. -Page 6-

Annual KEES Awards Listed below are the base scholarship amounts for each GPA. Students earn an award for each year they attain a 2.5 GPA or higher. For instance, a high school student who earns a 2.8 GPA for the freshman year, a 2.4 GPA for the sophomore year, a 3.0 GPA for the junior year, and a 3.20 GPA for the senior year will receive awards of $200, $0, $250, and $300 for a total base amount of $750. That $750 base award will be available for each year of postsecondary study. GPA

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2.50 2.60 2.70 2.75 2.80 2.90 3.00 3.10 3.20 3.25

$125.00 150.00 175.00 187.50 200.00 225.00 250.00 275.00 300.00 312.50

3.30 3.40 3.50 3.60 3.70 3.75 3.80 3.90 4.00

$325.00 350.00 375.00 400.00 425.00 437.50 450.00 475.00 500.00

ACT Bonus Awards Listed below are the base awards students may earn for an ACT score of 15 or higher. The bonus award is added to the base amount to derive a total award for each year of postsecondary study. Continuing the example from above, if a student who has earned a base award of $750 scores 23 on the ACT, $321 will be added to the $750 for a total annual award of $1,071 available each year of postsecondary study. ACT Score

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$36.00 71.00 107.00 143.00 179.00 214.00 250.00

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286.00 321.00 357.00 393.00 428.00 464.00 500.00

AP Supplement Award Amounts If you have been eligible for free or reduced-price lunch during any year of high school and have earned a qualifying score on an Advanced Placement (AP) exam taken during or after the 2008-2009 academic year, you can earn a supplemental award. For example, a KEES eligible student who receives a score of 3 on an AP exam and is eligible for free or reduced-price lunch would earn an additional $200 for each year of college. Exam Score 3 4 5

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ECS will serve approximately 864 students from Scott County High School and Scott County Ninth Grade School for the 2013-14 school year. The focus of Elkhorn Crossing is curriculum integration across core content and career based disciplines where students will learn critical thinking skills, presentation skills, a strong work ethic, and the ability to collaborate with others. ECS is an extended campus of SCHS offering students a different methodology of learning. General School Philosophy ECS is an inquiry-based school where the lines between “technical” and “academic” are deliberately blurred. All students will use technology to research, produce, and present across disciplines. Much of the class work will be project based and apply to real world application. What is curriculum integration? Curriculum at ECS is framed around answering questions and solving problems. Integration at ECS means that we address issues as they are found in the real world—in teams, studying questions and themes that cut across academic disciplines within a school village. It means that teachers collaborate within a village to develop coherent programs by intersecting their curriculums wherever possible. Each course within the village will meet the Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) program of study requirements. Teacher Collaboration The ECS philosophy is that small, personalized learning villages make for better high schools. Each village consists of three highly skilled teachers collaborating to intersect their respected disciplines. Each area of concentration is equally important in the students’ overall educational experience. We believe in the value of teaching teams and project based learning. This methodology will provide students a high quality broad-based education that will serve them well in all phases of adult life. The Report Card We choose to report our assessment of students through traditional looking grades and traditional looking classes in the same format as SCHS. Parents also have the opportunity to discuss their student’s progress with their teachers during parent teacher conferences. ECS wants each student to work toward a “School to Career” thought process. This process requires students to learn what professionals refer to as “soft skills.” These soft skills are the ability to work with others, problem solve, develop public speaking skills, and maintain a professional positive attitude. ECS students will be graded on the following areas: 1. Content - Reflects the student’s mastery of the course content. 2. Work Ethic/Effort - Reflects the student’s commitment to complete assignments & attend class. 3. Collaboration - Reflects the student’s ability to work in a group. 4. Critical Thinking - Reflects the student’s ability to analyze & synthesize information. 5. Writing Mechanics - Reflects the student’s mastery of grammar, spelling, & literary content. 6. Project/Proposal - Reflects the student’s progress/completion with accompanying research. 7. Presentation Skills - Reflects the student’s ability to present information effectively to audiences.

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What is offered in each Village? ECS has five different learning villages in which students may choose to enroll. Each village offers three full year courses/credits. Students will take one career course and two core academic courses within the same village. Students will attend for half a day at ECS and the other half a day at SCHS/SCNGS in either the morning session or afternoon session. The five learning villages offered for the 2013-14 school year are:

Biomedical Village 10th Human Body Systems, Biology, Algebra II 10th Human Body Systems, Honors Biology, Honors Algebra II 11th Medical Intervention, Chemistry, Geometry 11th Medical Intervention, Honors Chemistry, Honors Pre-Calculus Engineering Village 10th Principles of Engineering, English II, Algebra II 10th Principles of Engineering, Pre-AP English II, Honors Algebra II 11th Computer Integrated Manufacturing, English III, Geometry 11th Digital Electronics, AP English Lang (III), Honors Pre-Calculus 12th DE/CIM, English IV, AP Statistics Health Science Village 9th Principles of Human Health, English I, General Science 9th Principles of Human Health, Honors English I, Honors Science 10th Emergency Procedures, Biology, English II 10th Emergency Procedures, Honors Biology, Pre-AP English II 11th Allied Health Core Skills, Chemistry, English III 11th Allied Health Core Skills, Honors Chemistry, AP English Lang (III) Law and Justice Village 10th Law & Justice, English II, World Civilization 10th Law & Justice, Pre- AP English II, AP World History 11th Law & Justice, English III, US History 11th Law & Justice, AP English Lang (III), AP US History Media Arts Village 9th Intro to Media Arts, English I, General Science 9th Intro to Media Arts, Honors English I, Honors Science 10th Media Arts, Biology, English II 10th Media Arts, Honors Biology, Pre-AP English II 11th Advanced Media Arts, Chemistry, English III 11th Advanced Media Arts, Honors Chemistry, AP English Lang (III)

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The Daily Schedule for Elkhorn Crossing Students During the regular school day, all ECS students will be transported by school bus with the exception of students with driving privileges and/or parents dropping off and picking up. A typical daily schedule will be: Morning Session (A.M.) Early morning classes at SCHS end at 8:30 a.m. All busses arrive at SCHS by 8:45 a.m. ECS students will board their school bus at SCHS at 8:45 a.m. and arrive at ECS at 8:55 a.m. ECS 1st Period: 9:00 – 9:50 a.m. ECS 2nd Period: 9:55 – 10:45 a.m. ECS 3rd Period: 10:50 – 11:40 a.m. ECS morning students will board their school bus at 11:40 a.m. and return to SCHS at 11:50 a.m. Upon arrival students will go to their 4th period class at SCHS.

Afternoon Session (P.M.) Students attending ECS in the afternoon will go to lunch after their 3rd period class at SCHS. After eating lunch in the SCHS Cafeteria the students will board the school bus and travel to ECS. ECS 4th Period: 12:40 – 1:35 p.m. ECS 5th Period: 1:40 – 2:35 p.m. ECS 6th Period: 2:40 – 3:30 p.m. ECS afternoon students will board their school bus at 3:30 p.m. and return to SCHS at 3:40 p.m. Upon arrival students will go to their school bus that takes them home.

ECS Early Morning Courses ECS students enrolled in early morning classes will attend classes from 7:20 – 8:25 a.m. on alternating days. The students are also required to attend a 3 hour lab as assigned by instructor. Students are responsible for their own transportation to ECS Early Morning courses.

ECS Driving Privileges Students attending ECS may drive to and from both campuses (ECS and SCHS) if they meet the requirements. The required form is available on the ECS School website or in the ECS front office. ECS students may also be dropped off and picked up by parent/guardian listed in the school database.

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Project Lead the Way - Biomedical Sciences Program Scott County Ninth Grade School & Elkhorn Crossing School Principles of Biomedical Sciences™ - PLTW Ninth Grade School

1 credit

Open to 9

Student work involves the study of human medicine, research processes and an introduction to bioinformatics. Students investigate the human body systems and various health conditions including heart disease, diabetes, sickle-cell disease, hypercholesterolemia, and infectious diseases. A theme through the course is to determine the factors that led to the death of a fictional person. After determining the factors responsible for the death, the students investigate lifestyle choices and medical treatments that might have prolonged the person’s life. Key biological concepts such as homeostasis, metabolism, inheritance of traits, feedback systems, and defense against disease are embedded in the curriculum. The course is designed to provide an overview of all the courses in the Biomedical Sciences program and to lay the scientific foundation necessary for student success in the subsequent courses. Students who pass the Principles of Biomedical Sciences course have the option to continue their Biomedical Sciences program by attending the Elkhorn Crossing School’s Biomedical Sciences Village during 10th, 11th, and 12th grades.

Human Body Systems™ - PLTW Elkhorn Crossing School – Biomedical Sciences Village

1 credit

Open to 10

Students engage in the study of the processes, structures, and interactions of the human body systems. Important concepts in the course include communication, transport of substances, locomotion, metabolic processes, defense, and protection. The central theme is how the body systems work together to maintain homeostasis and good health. The systems are studied as “parts of a whole,” working together to keep the amazing human machine functioning at an optimal level. Students design experiments, investigate the structures and functions of body systems, and use data acquisition software to monitor body functions such as muscle movement, reflex and voluntary actions, and respiratory operation. Students work through interesting real world cases and often play the role of biomedical professionals to solve medical mysteries. The Human Body Systems course is offered only in the Elkhorn Crossing School’s Biomedical Sciences Village. Students must also enroll in a mathematics course and science course in the village. PREREQUISITE: Principles of Biomedical Science or bypass from instructor.

Medical Interventions™ - PLTW Elkhorn Crossing School – Biomedical Sciences Village

1 credit

Open to 11

Students investigate the variety of interventions involved in the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of disease as they follow the lives of a fictitious family. 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. Through these scenarios, students are exposed to the wide range of interventions related to immunology, surgery, genetics, pharmacology, medical devices, and diagnostics. Each family case scenario introduces multiple types of interventions and reinforces concepts learned in the previous two courses, as well as presenting new content. Interventions may range from simple diagnostic tests to treatment of complex diseases and disorders. These interventions are showcased across the generations of the family and provide a look at the past, present and future of biomedical science. The Medical Intervention course is offered only in the Elkhorn Crossing School’s Biomedical Sciences Village. Students must also enroll in a mathematics course and science course in the village. PREREQUISITE: Human Body Systems or bypass from instructor.

Biomedical Innovations ™ - PLTW Elkhorn Crossing School (Early Morning Class Only)

1 credit

Open to 12

In this capstone course, students apply their knowledge and skills to answer questions or solve problems related to the biomedical sciences. Students design innovative solutions for the health challenges of the 21st century as 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 and may work with a mentor or advisor from a university, hospital, physician’s office, or industry. Throughout the course, students are expected to present their work to an adult audience that may include representatives from the local business and healthcare community. PREREQUISITE: Medical Interventions or bypass from instructor.

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Project Lead the Way – Engineering Program Scott County Ninth Grade School & Elkhorn Crossing School Introduction to Engineering Design™ - PLTW Ninth Grade School

1 credit

Open to 9

The first course in the Project Lead the Way sequence of engineering studies teaches problem-solving skills using a design development process. Models of product solutions are created, analyzed, and communicated using solid modeling computer design software. Students who pass the Introduction to Engineering Design course have the option to continue their engineering program by attending the Elkhorn Crossing School’s Engineering Village during 10 th, 11th, and 12th grade.

Principles of Engineering™ - PLTW Elkhorn Crossing School – Engineering Village

1 credit

Open to 10

The second course in the Project Lead the Way sequence of engineering studies, this course helps students understand various fields of engineering/engineering technology. Exploring various technology systems and manufacturing processes help students learn how engineers and technicians use math, science, and technology in an engineering problem solving process to benefit people. The course also includes concerns about social and political consequences of technological change. The Principles of Engineering course is offered only in the Elkhorn Crossing School’s Pre-Engineering Village. Students must also enroll in a mathematics course and English course in the village. PREREQUISITE: Completion of Introduction to Engineering Design or bypass from instructor.

Digital Electronics™ - PLTW Elkhorn Crossing School – Engineering Village

1 credit

Open to 11, 12

This is the third course in the Project Lead the Way sequence of engineering studies. This course in applied logic encompasses the application of electronic circuits and devices. Computer simulation software is used to design and test digital circuitry prior to the actual construction of circuits and devices. The Digital Electronics course is offered only in the Elkhorn Crossing School’s PreEngineering Village. Students must also enroll in a mathematics course and English course in the village. PREREQUISITE: Completion of Principles of Engineering or bypass from instructor.

Computer Integrated Manufacturing™ - PLTW 1 credit Elkhorn Crossing School – (Early Morning Class for Seniors Only)

Open to 11, 12

How are things made? What processes go into creating products? Is the process for making a water bottle the same as it is for a musical instrument? How do assembly lines work? How has automation changed the face of manufacturing? While students discover the answers to these questions, they’re learning about the history of manufacturing, robotics and automation, manufacturing processes, computer modeling, manufacturing equipment, and flexible manufacturing systems. The Computer Integrated Manufacturing course is offered only in the Elkhorn Crossing School’s Pre-Engineering Village. Students must also enroll in a mathematics course and English course in the village. PREREQUISITE: Completion of Digital Electronics or bypass from instructor.

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Human Health Program Elkhorn Crossing School Principles of Human Health 1 credit Elkhorn Crossing School – Human Health Freshmen Village

Open to 9

Write your prescription for success in Principles of Human Health offered in the Human Health Freshman Village at Elkhorn Crossing School! Explore careers in sports medicine, nursing, pharmacology, dental, physical therapy, emergency medicine and much more. Students will explore the areas of holistic health as they uncover the secrets of a healthy lifestyle through proper nutrition, physical activities and lifestyle choices. The Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA) organization will be integrated into the Human Health curriculum through leadership opportunities, community service and semester projects. The Principles of Human Health course is offered only in the Elkhorn Crossing School Human Health Freshman Village. Students must also enroll in a science course and English course in the village. Students who pass the Principles of Human Health course have the option to continue in the Human Health Village at Elkhorn Crossing School during 10th, 11th and 12th grade. Successful completion of Principles of Human Health will also satisfy the Health credit for graduation.

Emergency Procedures Elkhorn Crossing School – Human Health Village

1 credit

Open to 10

As future physician’s assistants, nurses, athletic trainers, therapists or other healthcare professionals, students will learn effective patient care and core health and safety procedures to prevent injury and illness. This course will teach students how to analyze emergency situations and execute appropriate rescue techniques. Upon successful completion of the course, students will demonstrate the necessary skills in First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation for Health Care Providers (CPR) and will be given the opportunity to take the American Heart Association completion examination. The Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA) organization will be integrated into the Human Health curriculum through leadership opportunities, community service and semester projects. The Emergency Procedures course is offered only in the Elkhorn Crossing School Human Health Village. Students must also enroll in a science course and English course in the village. PREREQUISITE: Principles of Human Health or bypass from instructor.

Allied Health Core Skills- Human Health Village Elkhorn Crossing School – Human Health Village

1 credit

Open to 11

Allied Health Core Skills is designed to provide knowledge, concepts, and psychomotor skills necessary for gainful employment as an entry-level health care worker. Content will include but certainly not be limited to ethics and legal responsibilities, safety in the health care setting, patient’s rights, communication, personal care and other basic health care industry skills (practiced in the lab). Students will learn about the structure and function of the human body with emphasis on normality and the body’s ability to maintain its’ internal environment. Participation in ECS Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA) a local, state, and national organization will be strongly encouraged as an organized means to serve our community. PREREQUISITE: Emergency Procedures or bypass from instructor.

Medicaid Nurse Aide (R)

1 credit

Open to 12

Elkhorn Crossing School – (Early Morning Class Only) Medicaid Nurse Aide is designed to provide knowledge, concepts and psychomotor skills necessary for gainful employment as an entry-level healthcare worker. Classroom instruction and educational objectives are combined with learning experiences and observations in a career major practicum. This work-site experience allows students to develop proficiency in skills and does not include monetary compensation. Classroom instruction and educational objectives are focused on the care of residents in long-term care facilities. Kentucky Medicaid limits class size to 15 students. PREREQUISITE: Principals of Human Health, Emergency Procedures, 2.5 or higher GPA, negative TB skin test, Hepatitis B immunization, and health insurance.

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Law and Justice Program Scott County Ninth Grade School & Elkhorn Crossing School Introduction to Law and Justice Ninth Grade School

1 credit

Open to 9

Have you ever wondered how laws are created and enforced? What punishments are appropriate for different types of crimes? This course provides students with foundations of the legal system and the legislative process. Throughout the course, students will explore careers in law and justice, the different court systems, and balance of powers in the legal system. Demonstrate your knowledge of law and justice as you represent the prosecutor, defendant, criminal investigator or witness in a simulated criminal trial. Students will develop analytical and communication skills as they are introduced to debate formats and case studies as they apply to different areas of law. Be ready to take the stand as you explore all areas of law and justice! Successful completion of Introduction to Law and Justice will also satisfy the freshmen year social studies credit for graduation.

Law and Justice Elkhorn Crossing School – Law and Justice Village

1 credit

Open to 10, 11

Have you ever thought of becoming a lawyer, police officer or firefighter? Are you the next CSI or FBI agent? As a Law & Justice student at ECS, you will learn strategies in criminal investigation and interrogation. You will study cases from initial hearing through sentencing, concepts and principles of criminal law, constitutional law, and law enforcement. The classroom will transform into a court of law as you take on the role of lawyer, defendant, judge, and crime scene witness. You will learn how to collect evidence, search for witnesses, develop and question suspects and protect the integrity of evidence found at the crime scene. Students must also enroll in a social studies course and English course in the village.

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Media Arts Program Elkhorn Crossing School Introduction to Media Arts Elkhorn Crossing School –Media Arts Freshmen Village

1 credit

Open to 9

The first course in the sequence of media arts studies is offered at Elkhorn Crossing School. Introduction to Media Arts is a class for students who are creative, imaginative, detail oriented, and ready to learn technical skills. Students will intersect their creative ability with today’s technology. Our goal is for students in our Media Arts program to learn to use their designs to communicate ideas to the world. Areas to explore are photographic imaging, video production, podcasting, web design interactive media, digital filmmaking, video and news production, flash animation, visual effects, motion graphics, and commercial photography. Students must also enroll in a science course and English course in the village. Students who pass the Intro to Media Arts course have the option to continue in the Media Arts Village at Elkhorn Crossing School during 10th, 11th and 12th grade. Lab fee $20.

Media Arts (R) Elkhorn Crossing School – Media Arts Village

1 credit

Open to 10

The second course in the sequence of media arts studies is offered at Elkhorn Crossing School to sophomores. Media Arts course is designed for students who are creative, excellent problem-solvers who thrive in a team-oriented approach to learning. Students will be immersed into an oasis of technology with industry-standard software and equipment to produce high-level, professional print publications and electronic media. Our goal is for students in the Media Arts program to learn to use their designs to communicate ideas to the world; therefore, presentation skills will be a key focus in all areas of the curriculum. Major areas of exploration include photographic imaging, commercial photography, video production, broadcasting, web design, interactive media, audio production, digital filmmaking, media arts, animation, and visual effects motion graphics. Media Arts students will participate in a year-end Cinemania Film Festival to showcase technical and design skills. The Media Arts course is offered only in the Elkhorn Crossing School Media Arts Village. Students must also enroll in an English course and science course in the village. Lab Fee $20. PREREQUISITE: Introduction of Media Arts or bypass from instructor.

Advanced Media Arts (R) Elkhorn Crossing School – Media Arts Village

1 credit

Open to 11

The third course in the sequence of media arts studies is offered at Elkhorn Crossing School to juniors. Advanced Media Arts is a class for students who are creative, imaginative, and ready to learn and apply technical skills in real-world settings with real-world clients. Students learn about media arts and animation in a hands-on environment, using industry-related technology and software. Our goal is for students in our Media Arts program to learn to use their designs to communicate ideas to the world through professional presentations. Areas to explore are commercial photography, photographic imaging and animation, including design, illustration, compositing, and 3-D computer modeling. Students will learn story development, background design, scenic layout, cinematography, directing, screenwriting, and special effects in video production as they produce documentaries and short films. Additional areas of study include broadcasting, web design, interactive media, and audio production where students will produce and edit personal soundtracks. The Advanced Media Arts course is offered only in the Elkhorn Crossing School Media Arts Village. Students must also enroll in an English course and science course in the village. Lab Fee $20. PREREQUISITE: Media Arts or bypass from instructor.

Senior Media Arts Showcase (R) Elkhorn Crossing School (Early Morning Class Only)

1 credit

Open to 12

The final course in the sequence of media arts studies is offered at Elkhorn Crossing School to seniors. The Senior Showcase course is designed for students who have a passion for at least one area of Media Arts where they want to specialize. There will be freedom in this class to explore specific areas of interest, but the skills of cinematography, lighting design, and audio production will be emphasized. Students will learn about creating a film budget, timeline, fund-raising, and promoting their films. Some students will be creating a weekly newscast while learning broadcast journalism. All students will pursue professional certifications in their area of interest while also entering multiple state and national competitions. Students will work on projects for members of the community. The Senior Media Arts Showcase course is offered only in the Elkhorn Crossing School Media Arts Village. Lab Fee $20. PREREQUISITE: Advanced Media Arts or bypass from instructor.

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Early College Bluegrass Community & Technical College Scott County Schools are excited to announce a partnership with Bluegrass Community & Technical College (BCTC) to offer students the opportunity to take college courses during their senior year. The partnership is called “Early College.” All of the Early College classes will be offered at the SCHS Campus. Students will receive college credit and one high school credit for each class successfully completed. In order for students to enroll in BCTC Early College they must meet the following requirements:

REQUIREMENTS BCTC Early College courses are limited to 25 students. A total of 50 students will be accepted for the school year. Students must meet the required scores on either the ACT, SAT, COMPASS, or AP exams to enroll in Early College. Please contact the BCTC admissions office at 859-246-6210 to see if you qualify. The tuition cost of $210 per college class is approximate and could increase for the 2013-2014 school year. All students enrolled in Early College are required to pay the first semester tuition cost by the beginning of the school year and sign a contract stating the student will take courses in both the fall and spring semesters. Spring tuition payment date is listed on the contract. All students enrolled in Early College are required to take two classes in the fall semester and a minimum of two classes in the spring semester. The required two classes for the fall semester are ENG 101 or 102 and COM 181. Course offerings in the spring will be ENG 102, SOC 101, and MA 150. Additional college courses may be added for the spring semester based on students’ needs. Students will be responsible for the tuition costs plus textbooks and supplies for fall and spring classes. Students may take a third class in the spring if BCTC Early College GPA is a 3.0 or higher. Each class counts as 3 college credit hours. Fall semester students will take 6 hours and spring semester students will take a minimum of 6 hours or a maximum of 9 hours, for a total of 12 to 15 hours of college credit (please check with the college you plan to attend to see how credits will transfer). Students wishing to continue with Early College during the summer of 2014 can enroll in an additional class (3 hours) during BCTC’s first summer session and still receive the low tuition cost. Students who successfully complete ENG 101 or ENG 102 will be able to count this as their senior English credit at SCHS. Students who successfully complete MA 150 will be able to count this as their senior math credit at SCHS. These classes will be offered during 4th hour at SCHS.

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Early College Bluegrass Community & Technical College FALL SEMESTER: COM 181 — Basic Public Speaking SCHS – Fall Semester

3 College Credit hours/1 SCHS credit

Open to 12

Gives platform experience in the fundamentals of effective speaking. PREREQUISITE: appropriate placement scores on ACT, SAT, COMPASS, or AP exam.

ENG 101 — Writing I SCHS – Fall Semester

3 College Credit hours/1 SCHS credit

Open to 12

Focuses on academic writing. Provides instruction in drafting and revising essays that express ideas in standard English, including reading critically, thinking logically, responding to texts, addressing specific audiences, researching, and documenting sources. Includes review of grammar, mechanics and usage. NOTE: (a) credit not available by special examination; (b) English 101 and 102 may not be taken concurrently; (c) AP credit in the English Language and Composition category for ENG 101 awarded as indicated by AP scoring chart in current KCTCS catalog. This course fulfills your SCHS senior English credit. PREREQUISITE: appropriate placement scores on ACT, SAT, COMPASS, or AP exam.

ENG 102 — Writing II SCHS - Fall Semester

3 College Credit hours/1 SCHS credit

Open to 12

Emphasizes argumentative writing. Provides further instruction in drafting and systematically revising essays that express ideas in standard English. Includes continued instruction and practice in reading critically, thinking logically, responding to texts, addressing specific audiences, and researching and documenting credible academic sources. NOTE: credit is not available by special examination. This course fulfills your SCHS senior English credit. PREREQUISITE: ENG 101 and/or appropriate placement scores on ACT, SAT, COMPASS, or AP exam.

SPRING SEMESTER: ENG 102 — Writing II SCHS - Spring Semester

3 College Credit hours/1 SCHS credit

Open to 12

Emphasizes argumentative writing. Provides further instruction in drafting and systematically revising essays that express ideas in standard English. Includes continued instruction and practice in reading critically, thinking logically, responding to texts, addressing specific audiences, and researching and documenting credible academic sources. NOTE: credit is not available by special examination. This course fulfills your SCHS senior English credit. PREREQUISITE: ENG 101 and/or appropriate placement scores on ACT, SAT, COMPASS, or AP exam.

MA 150 — College Algebra SCHS – Spring Semester

3 College Credit hours/1 SCHS credit

Open to 12

Selected topics in algebra. Develops manipulative algebraic skills and mathematical reasoning required for further study in mathematics. Includes brief review of basic algebra, quadratic formula, systems of linear equations, introduction to functions and graphing. NOTE: (a) this course is not available for credit to persons who have received credit in any mathematics course of a higher number with the exceptions of MA 112, 123, 162, 201 and 202; (b) credit not available by special examination. This course fulfills your SCHS senior math credit. PREREQUISITE: Algebra I and Algebra II and a math ACT score of 22 or above or a math SAT score of 510 or above, or appropriate placement scores on COMPASS exam.

SOC 101 — Introduction to Sociology SCHS – Spring Semester

3 College Credit hours/1 SCHS credit

Open to 12

Introduces concepts and methods of sociology including investigation of socialization, group processes, social inequality, social institutions, and social change. PREREQUISITE: appropriate placement scores on ACT, SAT, COMPASS, or AP exam.

ADDITIONAL COURSES TO BE ADDED!

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Georgetown College Dual Credit Courses Seniors may take one Georgetown College course held at SCHS during the fall and/or spring semester. The class will meet during 6th period on an every-other-day basis. Attendance will be taken. The cost is approximately $320.00 for each class. Students will receive college credit and one high school credit for each class successfully completed. It is recommended that a student have a 2.5 GPA or above to participate.

225. Acting. (3 hours) Concentration on the creation of dramatic characters through the development of the performer’s awareness of the physiological, psychological, and mental components inherent in performance as learned through experiential activities. 170. Topics in Art. (Art History and Appreciation) (2 or 3 hours) This course provides the opportunity to engage in formal and contextual analysis of a work of art while investigating a topic of interest in the area of art history, art studio, or curatorial studies. Topics include: Picasso’s “Guernica” Then & Now, Design and Visual Language, The Language of Photography, Arts of Asia, and others. (Special fees may apply.) 220. Personal Health. (3 hours) Fundamentals of health including health services, safety, drugs, and disease control. 253. Religions of the Modern World. (3 hours) An introduction to the history, beliefs, practices, and overarching worldviews of the major religions of the modern world. Emphasis is placed upon understanding the perspective of the adherents of each tradition, rather than using a comparative method to make evaluative judgments about the merits of the various traditions.

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Scott County High School Course Offerings Agriculture Principles of Agriculture Science & Technology 1 credit Open to 9 This course provides instruction in the foundations of the various segments of the agricultural industry. Agricultural career opportunities will be emphasized. Animal science, plant and land science, and agricultural mechanics skills will be the focus of the curriculum. The selection and planning of a supervised agricultural experience program and related record keeping will be presented. Additionally, FFA curriculum and instruction is a major part of this course. Agriscience 1 credit Open to 10 Agriscience introduces the scientific agricultural approach to animal science and selection, and plant and land science. Agricultural career opportunities will be emphasized in each class. Laboratory experiences relating to basic and current technology will be part of the program. PREREQUISITE: Principles of Agriculture Science & Technology. Plant & Land Science 1 credit Open to 10, 11 Plant and Land Science develops basic scientific knowledge and skills pertaining to management of the land and its effects on food and fiber production, the environment, and the quality of life. The relationship of land to plant growth will be emphasized. Plant composition, reproduction, growth, and current biotechnological advances will be included. PREREQUISITE: Principles of Agriculture Science & Technology or signature of agriculture teacher. Landscaping/Turf Management - 1st semester ½ credit Open to 11, 12 This course combines landscaping and turf management curriculum. The material includes identification of landscape plants and their characteristics, site evaluation, site design, calculation of materials needed, costs for bidding, and installing landscape plans. Management of turf species used for lawns, golf courses, athletic fields and erosion control may also be included. Equine Science - 2nd semester ½ credit Open to 11, 12 Equine science develops knowledge and skill pertaining to breed identification and selection, anatomy, physiology, nutrition, genetics and reproductive management, training principles, grooming, health, disease, parasite control, and sanitation practices. Agri-Biology (R) 1 credit Open to 10 This course uses agricultural contexts to present the life science content outlined in the Program of Studies. As students study practical agricultural concepts, they apply scientific ways of thinking and working to real-life problems. During their study of agri-biology, students perform many practical tasks. They create models, extract DNA, analyze DNA fingerprints, construct tables and graphs to classify and analyze data, and test soils. Students develop an understanding of many concepts such as cell structure and function, morphology and physiology of agriculturally significant animals, heredity principles and inheritance patterns, genetic engineering, animal behavior, biological change, interdependence of plants and animals, and the flow of matter and energy through ecosystems. This course fulfills the life science/Biology requirement. PREREQUISITE: Principles of Agriculture Science & Technology. -Page 20-

Floriculture/Floral Design (R)

1 credit

Open to 11, 12

Floriculture and floral design provides instruction to develop floral design techniques using silk, dried, and fresh flowers. Students will learn operation and management techniques of a florist business as well as identification, production and cultural maintenance practices of plants used in floral design and interior landscaping. Class fee: $30.00. Small Power Equipment

1 credit

Open to 11, 12

This course is designed to develop skills in maintenance, repair, and operation of equipment, small combustiontype engines, and electric motors. Students will identify basic small engine parts and principles of operations and their applications in agriculture, identify small engine systems (fuel/air, cooling, compression, ignition, and lubrication), perform small engine trouble shooting skills, and determine small engine specifications using precision measuring equipment. Greenhouse Technology 1 credit Open to 11, 12 Greenhouse Technology provides instruction in greenhouse structures and greenhouse environment regulations. Plant growth, development, and propagation are included as well as production and maintenance of bedding and container produced plants. Fundamental principles of vegetable production and commercial production of vegetable crops may be included. Agricultural Power & Machinery Operation – 4th hour 1 credit Open to 11, 12 This course provides instruction and hands-on experience in basic principles of agricultural machinery assembly, operation, maintenance, service, repair and safety. Students will identify the influence of agricultural mechanics industry on globalized production, relate engine systems (carburetion, compression, and ignition) to operation, identify and maintain hydraulic systems, develop troubleshooting skills, and learn basic machinery repair through welding. Animal Science ½ credit Open to 11, 12 Animal Science develops basic knowledge and skills pertaining to livestock identification, selection, nutrition, reproduction and genetics, health management, and marketing of one or more species of farm animals. The latest biotechnological applications will be included. Small Animal Science ½ credit Open to 11, 12 This course develops scientific knowledge, management practices, and marketing strategies in small and specialty animal technology. The curriculum includes identification, anatomy, physiology, nutrition, health, selection and care of small animals such as dogs, cats, rabbits, companion birds, ostriches, emus, tropical fish, and fur bearers. Content will be enhanced with appropriate applied scientific laboratory activities and computer applications. Leadership development will be provided through FFA. Each student will be expected to have a supervised agricultural experience program.

Veterinary Science ½ credit Open to 11, 12 This course introduces students to the field of veterinary science. Major topics include veterinary terminology, safety, sanitation, anatomy/physiology, clinical exams, hospital procedures, parasitology, posology, laboratory techniques, nutrition, disease, office management, and animal management. Careers are also explored.

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Advanced Animal Science 1 credit Open to 11, 12 This is a Distance Learning Course offered through Murray State University. Animal Science develops basic knowledge and skills pertaining to livestock identification, selection, nutrition, reproduction and genetics, health management, and marketing of farm animals commonly produced in Kentucky. This course is provided as a distance learning course offered to high school juniors and seniors with specific interest in animal science and the agriculture industry. Students must have an 18 on the ACT and pay a $30 application fee and $100 course fee to Murray State University. Upon completion of the course, students will receive a Murray State University transcript. Three hours of college credit is accepted by UK, EKU, WKU, Morehead State University, and Berea as an elective course. The latest production technologies, as well as, biotechnological applications will be included. Leadership development will be provided through FFA. Each student will be expected to have a supervised agricultural experience program.

Agricultural Sales & Marketing 1 credit Open to 12 This course introduces agricultural sales and marketing including competition in the agriculture market place, marketing decisions, types of markets, contracting, government programs and regulations, personal development, employee and employer responsibilities, communications, promotion strategies, records, files, purchasing materials, stocking, selling and business account procedures. Agricultural Construction Skills – 4th hour 1 credit Open to 11, 12 This course prepares students to construct and maintain agricultural structures and equipment. It helps develop basic skills such as tool identification, interpreting plans, calculating a bill of materials, electrification, carpentry, welding, metal fabrication, plumbing, and masonry. Leadership development will be provided through FFA. Each student will be expected to have a supervised agricultural experience program.

Agriculture Leadership Dynamics ½ credit Open to 11, 12 This course is designed to assist students with developing skills needed to be successful leaders and responsible members of society. The student will develop personal attributes and social skills. Emphasis will be placed on interpersonal skills, team building, communication, personal development and leadership. This course will include opportunities for students to apply their knowledge.

Agriculture Business and Communications ½ credit Open to 11, 12 This course develops an understanding of fundamental skills necessary to be successful in the agricultural communications and business industry. Provides guided practice and applied experience utilizing various styles of communication including oral, written, and electronic communications. Techniques of communications will include: traditional print media, brochure development, photography, videography, computer program applications, and Internet usage including e-mail. Leadership development will be provided through FFA. Each student will be expected to have a supervised agricultural experience program.

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Business & Marketing Principles of Marketing – 4th hour 1 credit Open to 9, 10 This course provides a foundation for further study in marketing. Students study economic functions at work in the marketplace and marketing functions including purchasing, pricing, and distribution functions. This course is based on the business and marketing core that includes communication skills, economics, financial analysis, and promotion. Both marketing and employment skills learned will improve and increase the chance of successful transition into the world of work. Students must apply to take this course. Applications can be found on the Scott County High School website. $15 Lab Fee. Computer & Technology Applications 1 credit Open to 10, 11, 12 Students will use a computer and application software including word processing, presentation, database, spreadsheets, internet, and email to prepare documents and reports. The impact of computers on society and ethical issues is presented. $15 Lab Fee. Sports & Event Marketing 1 credit Open to 10, 11, 12 This course is designed to develop a thorough understanding of the marketing concepts and theories that apply to sports and events. This course is based on the business and marketing core that includes communication skills, distribution, marketing-information management, pricing, product/service management, promotion, selling, operations, strategic management, human resource management, and the economic impact and considerations involved in the sports and event marketing industries. $10 Lab Fee. Fashion Marketing

1 credit

Open to 10, 11, 12

This course is a specialized course that provides instruction in marketing of apparel and accessories. This course is based upon the business and marketing core that includes communication skills, economics, operations, professional development, promotion, selling, distribution, and product/service management. The instruction includes basic fashion and marketing basics, the use of design and color, promotions, visual merchandising and career opportunities. $10 Lab Fee.

Advanced Marketing (R)

1 to 3 credits

Open to 12

This course is designed to enhance marketing skills developed in the marketing prerequisite courses and to learn advanced marketing skills in such areas as advertising, customer service, supervision, and employee/employer relations for a wide range of marketing careers. This course is based on the business and marketing core that includes communication skills, emotional intelligence, economics, marketing, operations, promotion, marketinginformation management and financial analysis. Students in this course may also wish to earn additional credit through marketing/retail on-the-job training utilizing the cooperative education method of instruction. Those students will work 10 – 15 hours per week. Students choosing to participate in co-op courses will need to take at least four other courses to meet the five-course minimum and earn a KEES award. $15 Lab Fee. PREREQUISITE: Two of the following courses and approved application: Principles of Marketing, Advertising & Promotions, Fashion Marketing, Sports & Event Marketing, or Travel & Tourism.

Dual Credit Options with BCTC: BAS 120, Personal Finance, semester 1 credit Open to 11, 12 Provides information needed to make intelligent choices and to take effective action in the management of personal resources. Applies financial planning, buying, borrowing, saving, budgeting, investing, insurance, and taxes to personal finances.

BAS 160, Introduction to Business, semester 1 credit Open to 11, 12 This course introduces business careers, terminology, and the interrelationships of business topics. It presents the complexities of business and the impact on communities and their economies. -Page 23-

Human Services Life Skills 1 credit Open to 9 This course promotes the development of life management skills, which will help students as they progress toward adulthood and will assist them in becoming successful members of society. The course is designed to expose students to the different areas of Family and Consumer Science. Areas include Nutrition & Food Prep, Child & Human Development, Housing Environments, Consumer Education, and Clothing Management & Construction. Students are required to purchase their sewing project.

Child & Human Development 1 credit Open to 10, 11, 12 This course explores the stages of growth and development of humans from conception to twelve years of age. These stages include prenatal development, infancy, toddlers, preschoolers, middle childhood. Topics such as reproduction, sexually transmitted diseases, and family planning (abstinence is stressed!) are integral components of the course. This course is a requirement for students enrolling in the Early Childhood Education Program, and is a prerequisite to Child Development Services I and to the Early Childhood Education Co-op Program (Child Development Services II). The Early Childhood Education Program is suggested for students interested in a career involving children.

Child Development Services I (R) 1 credit Open to 11 This course is for juniors who have successfully completed Child & Human Development and want to participate in the Early Childhood Education Co-op Program. Students will gain practical knowledge about working in the early childhood education environment. Students will study child care licensing regulations and guidelines, as well as learn job skills such as job etiquette, getting along with coworkers, record-keeping, etc. Students will explore the teaching of developmental activities for children in the areas of music, movement, art & literature. Students will have to purchase supplies for projects. PREREQUISITE: Child & Human Development. Child Development Services II (R) 1 to 3 credits Open to 12 This course is for seniors participating in the Early Childhood Education Co-op program. One hour will consist of a classroom instruction; the remaining two hours will be spent in the co-op/practicum experience each day. This co-op program is geared for students who want to pursue a career or who are considering advanced education in Early Childhood Education. Students will work 10-15 hours per week in the community in a variety of child care settings; including the SCHS Child Care Center, Center of Town, After-School Programs and Community Child Care Centers or in local elementary schools. Students must provide their own transportation to and from work sites and will be responsible for a fee of $15 for CPR & First Aid Certification. Paid positions are not guaranteed. Students choosing to participate in co-op courses will need to take at least four other courses to meet the five-course minimum and earn a KEES award. PREREQUISITE: Child & Human Development and Child Development Services I.

Foods & Nutrition I ½ credit Open to 10, 11, 12 This introductory course is designed to expose students to nutrition and food related information that will contribute to good health and well-being. Students will learn and practice introductory food prep skills in the lab setting. Lab fee: $15. Foods & Nutrition II ½ credit Open to 10, 11, 12 Students resume progress in pursuing competencies in food production and services. Students will be provided -Page 24-

further training in the field of culinary arts. Students will continue to explore food trends, careers in culinary arts, and specialized areas of foreign cuisine. Lab fee: $15. PREREQUISITE: Foods & Nutrition I. Culinary Arts I - 4th hour, 1st semester (R) 1 credit Open to 11, 12 This advanced course allows students to increase competencies in a variety of food preparation techniques including presentation, garnishing, menu planning, and the skills necessary to prepare for a career in culinary arts. Students will operate the teacher restaurant The House of Cards as a part of the course. Management and food preparation in the restaurant will allow students to put into practice hospitality and culinary related skills learned in this course and previous ones. Lab fee: $25. PREREQUISITE: Foods & Nutrition I & II. Culinary Arts II - 4th hour, 2nd semester (R) 1 credits Open to 11, 12 In this course, students resume progress in pursuing competencies in hospitality, food preparation and service and general skills necessary for a career in the culinary field. Work will continue with the student operated restaurant, The House of Cards. Lab fee: $25. PREREQUISITE: Foods & Nutrition I & II. Fashion & Interior Design I – 4th hour, 1st semester 1 credit Open to 10, 11, 12 This course provides opportunities for students to develop career competencies in the interior design industry. Students will trace the development of housing from primitive shelters to the high tech homes of today. The history of period furniture styles and interior decoration will also be included. This course is an appropriate elective for students interested in careers in home and interior design. The fashion component of the class (Fashion & Interiors II) is taught second semester. Fashion & Interior Design II – 4th hour, 2nd semester 1 credit Open to 10, 11, 12 This course provides opportunities for students to develop career competencies in the fashion industry. The total responsibilities of one’s clothing including care, coordination, selection and construction will be emphasized. This course provides an opportunity for students to develop an understanding of textile, fabrics and clothing labeling. Learning clothing construction techniques will be an emphasis of this course. Students will be responsible for purchasing all materials for their projects ($15-$25). PREREQUISITE: Fashion & Interior Design I.

Money Skills ½ credit Open to 10, 11, 12 This course is designed to prepare students to understand and use sound financial management skills and practices contributing to financial stability, improving the quality of life for individuals and families. Decisionmaking, problem solving, goal setting and using technology are integrated.

Relationships ½ credit Open to 10, 11, 12 This course assists students to develop self-understanding, understand others better, improve interpersonal skills both within and outside the family, be more considerate of the other person’s needs and property, and maintain mental and emotional wellness. Family life education comprises a portion of this course, including dating and married relationships. Preparations for and the achievement of a successful marriage are emphasized.

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Work Based Learning Work Based Learning Co-op 1-3 credits Open to 12 This course focuses on cooperative education work experience for students. This course includes a related class and cooperative work experience in business and industry. Transportation must be provided by student/student’s family. Actual employment must be arranged by the student before school begins and maintained to stay in the co-op. Students must also pass class requirement to receive credit in both areas. Volunteering is not considered a job. Please pick up from the guidance office an overview of the program that must be signed by parents and students before enrolling in this class. Students choosing to participate in co-op courses will need to take at least four other courses to meet the five-course minimum and earn a KEES award.

Additional Options – Seniors Only Off Campus Georgetown College Course Non-Credit Open to 12 Any senior interested in taking post-high school classes at Georgetown College may do so. Students are required to register through Georgetown College and pay their own tuition and books, as well as be able to provide his/her own transportation. These courses are not considered dual credit. PREREQUISITE: senior status and minimum 3.0 GPA for college courses.

Teacher Aide Non-Credit Open to 12 Students will be assigned to work with a teacher in the high school or in an office situation. PREREQUISITE: minimum of 18 credits and GPA of 2.75 and above.

Peer Tutoring 1 credit Open to 12 This is a one credit course which assigns students to be peer tutors in the FMD/special education unit, ESL (English as a Second Language) students, or academic tutoring. PREREQUISITE: minimum of 18 credits, a minimum 2.75 GPA, and a teacher/counselor recommendation. Students interested in ESL tutoring must have a strong background in the Spanish language.

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Air Force Junior ROTC PLEASE NOTE: The AS Curriculum has four course levels. Each level covers a single school year and is a 1 hour elective credit. The course levels are referred to as AS-1, AS-2, AS-3, and AS-4. First year students in AS-1 may choose to be exempt from uniform wear and grooming standards. All AS 2, 3, and 4 students must wear the Air Force uniform weekly and maintain Air Force grooming standards.

Aerospace Science I 1 credit Open to 9, 10, 11, 12 AS-1 consists of Aerospace Science and Leadership Education. An introduction to the scientific and technical aspects of aerospace is provided as well as experiences which will acquaint the cadets with discipline, responsibility, and citizenship. The academic focus of this course is the history of aviation. Physical training and overall wellness is 20% of the course curriculum. Passing the physical training portion of this class will fulfill your physical education requirement.

Aerospace Science II (R) 1 credit Open to 10, 11, 12 Students will study Astronautics and space missions to include history of manned and unmanned space flight, space vehicles, launch systems, and space operations. Leadership studies will focus on college preparation activities and jobs/careers after high school. PREREQUISITE: Aerospace Science I.

Aerospace Science III (R) 1 credit Open to 11, 12 Students will study Astronautics and space missions to include history of manned and unmanned space flight, space vehicles, launch systems, and space operations. Leadership studies will focus on college preparation activities and jobs/careers after high school. PREREQUISITE: Aerospace Science II.

Aerospace Science IV (R) 1 credit Open to 12 The students in this course will manage the cadet corps. This will include planning, scheduling, and supervision of all AFJROTC activities. Leadership activities will focus on careers, interviews, and resume preparation. Physical training and wellness comprise 20% of the course. PREREQUISITE: Aerospace Science III.

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Fayette County Technical Centers The Fayette County Technical Centers offer career and technical occupational training to high school students. All courses offered at Fayette County Technical Centers follow the Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) Kentucky Tech Curriculum. Students interested in receiving training in one of the technical programs should have a satisfactory scholastic standing, possess an average mechanical ability, and be able to follow written and verbal instructions. Acceptable standards of conduct, attendance, classroom work, and practical work are required for continuous enrollment. Students may earn three (3) credits for the duration of the school year and may attend a technical center class for a second school year for more advanced training and an additional three (3) credits. Students who have achieved a level of acceptable work in a course may be allowed to participate in a work-based learning program, which allows students an opportunity to spend part of the school day working at a job in the community in a particular field of training. When applicable, students are encouraged to complete their training at Bluegrass Community and Technical College upon completion of their high school program. These courses are available to juniors and seniors only. Math and English Courses are available at Fayette Technical Centers; See your guidance counselor for options. EASTSIDE CAMPUS TRANSPORTATION TECHNOLOGY PROGRAMS: AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY Students become knowledgeable in the various systems of automotive to develop skills in troubleshooting. Performing preventive maintenance, and servicing and repairing automobiles. Areas of study are to ASE and industry specifications and include engines, electrical & electronic, brake systems, and steering & suspension. COLLISION REPAIR TECHNOLOGY From repairing small dents to rebuilding the bodies of wrecked or damaged vehicles, this program trains and maintains to current commercial standards. Students are taught the types of materials used in filler compounds, the colors and chemical make-up of paints, design and installation of trim, cost estimation and preparation for finish work. Students completing this program are qualified for post secondary training as well as for employment in shops and dealerships. DIESEL TECHNOLOGY Students in diesel technology learn to repair and maintain heavy trucks, heavy equipment and diesel engines. Students develop skills in troubleshooting, preventative maintenance, repair and servicing of all vehicles and equipment that utilizes diesel power. Instruction is focused on preparing students for post secondary or career placement within the field of study. EASTSIDE CAMPUS COMMUNICATION PROGRAM: MULTIMEDIA PRODUCTION Students enrolled in Eastside’ s Multimedia Production program are learning what it takes to be successful in today’s fast paced multi-media world. There are more choices than ever to access news and information. Our students are learning it all: reporting and anchoring for TV, videography, editing, behind the scenes news production, podcasting, blogging, composing original music for newscasts, and storytelling through digital photography. Eastside students have access to the most up to date equipment. They will learn to use the same editing software academy award winning blockbusters are edited with. Our students have the creative freedom to explore storytelling and turn their vision into multi-media masterpieces.

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EASTSIDE CAMPUS INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM: ADVANCED GAMING TECHNOLOGY This course provides a broad and in-depth approach to computer programming through game design. Using comprehensive theory and hands on experiences, students will gain the skills and knowledge required for the entire development process of gaming from concept to completion. Students will become proficient with such gaming programs as Alice, KODU, Scratch, RPG VX Maker, RPG IG Maker and Gamemaker. They will be using desktops, laptops, Xbox 360’s and Playstations. EASTSIDE CAMPUS HOMELAND SECURITY PROGRAM: These courses are designed for students interested in pursuing a postsecondary degree in Homeland Security, enlistment in the United States military or an entry-level position in law enforcement and emergency and fire management at the municipal, state, and federal levels. Students are required to participate in demanding physical training that follows standards established for law enforcement and fire fighting personnel. This program maintains entry and continuation standards that can be reviewed along with additional guidelines at http://staff.fcps.net/tmanley/New%20Students.htm. A mandatory orientation session is also held prior to the start of the new school year. FIRE & EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES These courses are intended to prepare students to enter post-secondary programs that will lead to a career in public service as a firefighter and emergency management technician. Course work includes physical training, introduction to firefighting equipment and use, fire behavior and combustion, fire investigation, fire protection system, and fire prevention. LAW ENFORCEMENT & EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT Practical relationships between law enforcement, fire and emergency medical services, private security and national security will be explored. Extensive study and practical experience will occur in these three areas: emergency planning and response for various risks, threats, and hazards, and the integration and coordination of different public safety disciplines; federal, state, and local responsibilities; and the role of the private sector. Students who successfully complete the program have the opportunity to earn up to six federal professional certifications.

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SOUTHSIDE CAMPUS CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY PROGRAMS: CARPENTRY The carpentry program teaches students to perform to national construction industry standards. Students are recommended to have a strong background in mathematics as they will study math in the classroom and also in the lab. Students are provided with hands-on carpentry experiences. Students will have opportunity to attain OSHA 10 hour and 30 certifications. ELECTRICAL TECHNOLOGY Students in the program will have the opportunity to study and practice residential wiring, industrial electricity, and programmable logic controllers (PLCs). Students will learn how to install wiring, conduit, service motors, and much more. Numerous fields of specialization are open to highly skilled electricians and the pay is very good.

MASONRY Students in this program are taught to lay brick, tile, terra cotta, and similar building blocks in various types of construction work. Training in design, construction of footings, construction of foundation and waterproofing, using beams and lintels, constructing walls and partitions, and chimney and fireplace design and construction. SOUTHSIDE CAMPUS MANUFACTURING TECHNOLOGY PROGRAMS: ELECTRONICS TECHNOLOGY The program consists of class and lab activities using a modular approach to electronic circuitry. Students will focus on Integrated Electronics with emphasis being placed upon home and industrial engineering and installation of security, theater, audio and surveillance systems. Students also have the opportunity to work with robotics. WELDING TECHNOLOGY The welding course is designed to develop basic manipulative skills and knowledge in each of the following techniques: Oxygen-acetylene cutting, welding and brazing; shielded metal arc welding, gas metal arc welding, and metal fabrication are taught relevant to the demands of industry. Students will spend much of their time on live work projects to develop fabrication skills. SOUTHSIDE CAMPUS HUMAN SERVICES PROGRAM: CULINARY ARTS Students who aspire to become a chef should take advantage of this program offering at Southside Technical Center. Training provided in this area will prepare those students for post-secondary opportunities at area universities as they pursue an associate’s degree or chef certifications. Students should be juniors or seniors because of the program requirements. Enrollment in this program requires two full class periods, which means that an academic course offering will not be available at the technical center campus. Recommended: 2.5 GPA and previous Foods class.

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English English I 1 credit Open to 9 English I is a course designed to strengthen students’ observing, listening, speaking, writing, and reading skills. While specific works of literature are not the focus of the course, students will read a variety of authors as a foundation for other activities that are designed to promote growth in the aforementioned areas. Students will be required to write transitive, literary, and personal expressive pieces. All of these pieces will be placed in the students’ formative portfolio. Students will also be challenged to develop inquiry/researching skills that include using technology for communication.

Honors English I (R) 1 credit Open to 9 Honors English I includes a rigorous independent reading component in addition to the English I curriculum. Reading from an approved author list and writing analytically about these works will prepare students for the challenges of future AP classes. During the summer, students must read Ray Bradbury’s Fahrenheit 451 and must complete a written assignment. Reading comprehension of the novel will be evaluated by a multiple choice examination at the beginning of school. PREREQUISITE: Teachers suggest that students have a 90% average in Language Arts at the end of their eighth grade year. Successful completion of summer reading and writing projects is required. These reading and writing projects will be due TBA. Honors English I/Honors Social Studies (R) 1 credit English, 1 credit Social Studies Open to 9 The Honors English/Honors Social Studies course is designed for students whose basic skills and achievement far exceed the requirements for English I\Introduction to Social Studies. Students selecting this course will receive instruction on a faster pace, with more depth and a seamless integration between the social studies and English curriculum. The course will survey various time periods and subjects in history, geography, economics, political science, and cultural diversity. This course includes a rigorous independent reading component in addition to the English I curriculum. Reading from an approved author list and writing analytically about these works will prepare students for the challenges of AP classes. During the summer, students must read Ray Bradbury’s Fahrenheit 451 and must complete a written assignment. Reading comprehension of the novel will be evaluated by a multiple-choice examination at the beginning of school. Reading selections during the year will include several works, including The Republic by Plato and I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings by Maya Angelou. PREREQUISITE: Teachers suggest that students have a 92% average in both Language Arts and Social Studies at the end of their eighth grade year. Students must distinguish themselves on the screening exam and successfully complete a summer reading and writing project. The reading and writing project due date and testing date TBA. STUDENTS MUST MAINTAIN A “C” AVERAGE OR BETTER IN BOTH CLASSES. IF A STUDENT’S AVERAGE FALLS BELOW A “C,” PLACEMENT WILL BE REEVALUATED.

English II (R) 1 credit Open to 10 English II focuses on grammar, developmental composition skills, and in-depth reading skills. Students will refine literary, argumentative, and analytical writing skills. Students will also learn to write in various forms and develop “on demand” writing skills, without extended time or revisions. They will read short stories, poems, drama, novels, and non-fiction from selected world literature. At the end of this course, all students will take a state mandated End-of-Course exam which will count for 20% of each student’s grade. PREREQUISITE: English I.

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Pre-AP English II (R) 1 credit Open to 10 Pre-AP English II is a course emphasizing grammar, close reading/literary analysis, and developmental composition skills that will support student growth as thinkers and clear effective writers. Students will learn to write in various forms and develop “on demand” writing skills, without extended time or revisions. They will also study all genres including drama, poetry, non-fiction, short stories and novels. During the course of the year, they must read a combination of 6 independent texts, including novels and plays, from the suggested AP Board recommended list. Completion of summer reading is recommended. At the end of this course, all students will take a state mandated End-of-Course exam which will count for 20% of each student’s grade. PREREQUISITE: Honors English I or consent of current English teacher.

English III (R) 1 credit Open to 11 English III focuses on an in-depth survey of American Literature and continued writing development. Students will focus on on-demand speech writing, persuasive writing, and argumentation. They will learn to write in various forms and develop “on demand” writing skills, without extended time or revisions. Additionally, each English III student will refine and apply research and documentation skills through a variety of research assignments. Each grading period students will read at least one book or play from a suggested reading list. Assessments include public speaking, performance events, responsive writing, constructed responses, argumentative essays, multiple choice questions, and projects. PREREQUISITE: English II. American Studies (English III/U.S. History) (R) – 4th hour 2 credits Open to 11 This is a challenging course in which students will gain a comprehensive understanding of American literature and history. The course will be a year-long, blocked 4th hour class, and students will earn both their English III credit and U.S. History credit. Students selecting this course will receive instruction in American literature and history simultaneously and chronologically. This course will give students a comprehensive and complete understanding of both U.S. literature and history and the effects they have on each other. At the end of this course, all students will take a state mandated End-of-Course exam for U.S. History which will count for 20% of each student’s grade. PREREQUISITE: English II and World Civilization.

Advanced Placement English Language & Composition (R) 1 credit Open to 11 The AP Language and Composition course is designed to help students become skilled readers of prose written in a variety of rhetorical contexts and to become skilled writers who compose for a variety of purposes. As in the college course, the purpose of the AP Language and Composition course is to enable students to read complex texts with understanding and to write prose of sufficient richness and complexity to communicate effectively with mature readers. Much of the class discussion will focus on the author’s technique, meaning, and expressions of philosophical ideas. Students should expect this course to be similar to an introductory college writing course that focuses on exposition, argument, and literary analysis. This course includes summer reading. PREREQUISITE: Honors English II or consent of English II teacher.

English IV (R) 1 credit Open to 12 English IV is a course designed to promote higher level thinking through effective writing, critical reading, and thinking as well as skillful speaking. In addition, they will be completing text-based literary analysis writing and research-based writing. Students will also apply critical standards for evaluation and appreciation of British and world literature. Genres studied in English IV include novels, short stories, poetry, plays and essays. PREREQUISITE: English III.

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Advanced Placement English Literature & Composition (R) 1 credit Open to 12 The Advanced Placement English Literature and Composition Course provides students with a course in composition and literary analysis which makes demands equivalent to those of a full year introductory college course. The literary focus at the 12th grade level is British and World literature. Through the close study of all genres, students sharpen their abilities to appreciate and evaluate literature. Numerous on-demand literary analysis essays are required, as well as assessments using AP-style multiple choice questions. During the spring semester, students are expected to take the College Board Advanced Placement English Literature Examination. This course includes summer reading. PREREQUISITE: AP English Language or consent of English III teacher. Journalism Yearbook Staff (R) - 4th hour 1 credit Open to 10, 11, 12 This is an advanced course which introduces the student to the unique characteristics of magazine layout. The specific content and objective of this course is to prepare the Exposure yearbook for publication. Students will be involved in every aspect of yearbook preparations, including layout design, copyrighting, photography, and advertisement sales. Some after-school time is involved. Students should have at least a “B” average in their current English course, no more than 6 unexcused absences, and obtain 3 teacher recommendations. Students may resister for this course only after the teacher has approved their application. Applications can be found on the Scott County High School website. Journalism – Newspaper (R) 1 credit Open to 10, 11, 12 This course introduces students to the unique characteristics of journalistic expression. Students write, revise, edit and proofread editorials, feature articles, news articles, and sports articles. Students will be responsible for the writing, art, photography, and publication of the school newspaper, The Cardinal Spirit. Students may register for this class only after the teacher has approved their application. Applications can be found on the Scott County High School website.

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Mathematics  

All students must take four years of math in high school to include Algebra I, Algebra II, and Geometry. One credit will count as a math elective. Middle school courses taken for high school credit will impact the student’s GPA. Students earning less than an “A” in middle school courses that count for high school credit may retake those courses prior to entering the 10th grade in an attempt to be eligible for Valedictorian.

Algebra I (R) 1 credit Open to 9, 10 This course is designed to help students develop and strengthen their strategies for problem solving, including non-routine problems. It is intended for students who have demonstrated the study habits, maturity, and motivation to succeed in an algebra program. Students will gain an understanding of algebra by emphasizing concepts, structure, and applications. Problem solving, mathematical communication, reasoning, and mathematical connections will be stressed. Topics include an intensive study of one-variable equations, functions and inequalities, and introduction to two-variable graphing and families of functions, concepts of rate of change, and an intensive study of linear equations, polynomial operations, and factoring.

Honors Geometry 9 (R) 1 credit Open to 9 This course is open only to 9th grade students who have successfully completed Algebra I and is designed for college-bound students who are planning to take pre-calculus in the 11th grade. Emphasis is placed on discovery, proof, and realistic applications of geometric relationships and principles. Topics include construction, transformations, polygons, quadrilaterals, parallel lines, inductive and deductive reasoning, points, lines, planes, angles, triangles, similarity and congruence, trigonometry, circles, geometric solids, area, volume, and coordinate geometry. Additional topics may include inequalities in triangles and circles and locus of points. Hands-on activities and interactive geometry software may be used to aid in students’ discovery process. TI-83 graphing calculators are recommended. PREREQUISITE: Completion of Algebra I with a final average of at least 84%.

Algebra II (R) 1 credit Open to 11, 12 In addition to expanding the mathematical concepts of Algebra I, emphasis shall be placed on preparation for study of higher mathematics such as abstract thinking skills, the function concept, and the algebraic solution of problems in various content areas. Topics include the complex number system, quadratic equations and inequalities, graphs of functions and relations, exponential functions, probability and statistics (including sampling techniques and measures of dispersion). At the end of this course, all students will take a state mandated End-of-Course exam which will count for 20% of each student’s grade. A graphing calculator is required. PREREQUISITE: Algebra I, Geometry, or taking Geometry concurrently.

Honors Algebra II (R) 1 credit Open to 10 This course is designed for students who intend to study calculus. It expands the regular Algebra II content to include higher order problems, appropriate use of graphing technology and integration of Geometry and Algebra. At the end of this course, all students will take a state mandated End-of-Course exam which will count for 20% of each student’s grade. A graphing calculator is required. PREREQUISITE: Must have taken Honors Geometry in 9th grade or teacher recommendation.

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Geometry (R) 1 credit Open to 10, 11, 12 Emphasis is placed on discovery, proof and realistic applications of geometric relationships and principles. Topics include constructions, transformations, polygons, quadrilaterals, parallel lines, inductive and deductive reasoning, points, lines, planes, angles, triangles, similarity and congruence, trigonometry, circles, geometric solids, area, volume, and coordinate geometry. Additional topics can include inequalities in triangles and circles and locus of points. TI-83/84 graphing calculators are recommended. PREREQUISITE: Algebra I.

College and Career Readiness Math (R) 1 credit Open to 12 This year-long course is designed to strengthen basic algebraic and problem solving skills so students may successfully show College and Career readiness (reaching benchmark on ACT or COMPASS). This course is to be taken concurrently by any sophomore retaking Algebra I, junior retaking Geometry, or senior retaking Algebra II. This course will satisfy the SCHS 4th math credit for graduation. It is open to seniors who have passed Algebra I, Geometry, and Algebra II, but did not make at least 18 on the ACT. Seniors with a PreCalculus credit may not take this course.

Intro to College Math (R) 1 credit Open to 12 th This year-long course is designed as the 4 math credit after Algebra II for those students not interested in pursuing math or science in college, but who made 19 or above on the ACT. In addition to reviewing algebraic and problem solving skills, topics from Finite math will be covered including linear systems and linear programming, mathematics of finance, basic probability and statistics. This course is open to seniors who completed Algebra II as juniors and seniors with a low grade in pre-calculus as juniors and will satisfy the SCHS 4th math requirement for graduation.

Pre-calculus (R) 1 credit Open to 11, 12 This course is designed to prepare students to take college level calculus, either AP Calculus or a college course in calculus. It includes an emphasis on functions: linear, polynomial, rational, trigonometric, logarithmic and exponential. Students will make appropriate use of technology. A graphing calculator is required. PREREQUISITE: Geometry and Algebra II.

Honors Pre-calculus (R) 1 credit Open to 11, 12 This course is designed to prepare students to take AP Calculus. It includes an emphasis on polynomial, rational, trigonometric, logarithmic, and exponential functions. Sequences and series will be explored along with conic sections. The course ends with a preview of calculus including limits. A graphing calculator is required. PREREQUISITE: Honors Algebra 2 (C or higher), Algebra 2 (B or higher with teacher recommendation), and Geometry. Advanced Placement Calculus AB (R) 1 credit Open to 12 This course has been designed as a rigorous and relevant study of calculus that is taught at an accelerated rate. All topics tested on the AP Calculus AB exam will be covered. The course is meant to provide students with an in-depth knowledge of the study of calculus by investing concepts analytically, graphically, verbally, and numerically. By the end of the course, students should be well prepared for the AP Calculus AB Exam which could result in college credit for Calculus I. Requirements: TI83+ or TI84+ graphing calculator. For a more in-depth description, go to APCentral.com. PREREQUISITE: Honors Pre-calculus or Pre-Calculus with teacher recommendation. -Page 35-

Advanced Placement Calculus BC (R) – 4th hour 1 credit Open to 12 This course has been designed as a rigorous and relevant study of calculus that is taught at an accelerated rate. All topics tested on the AP Calculus AB exam will be covered. The course is meant to provide students with an in-depth knowledge of the study of calculus by investing concepts analytically, graphically, verbally, and numerically. AP Calculus BC includes all topics from AB plus several others. By the end of the course students should be well prepared for the AP Calculus BC exam which could result in college credit for both Calculus I and Calculus II. For a more in-depth description, go to APCentral.com. PREREQUISITE: Honors Pre-Calculus.

Advanced Placement Statistics (R) 1 credit Open to 11, 12 The purpose of the AP course in statistics is to introduce students to the major concepts and tools for collecting, analyzing, and drawing conclusions from data. Students are exposed to four broad conceptual themes: 1. Exploring Data: describing patterns and departures from patterns 2. Sampling and Experimentation: planning and conducting a study 3. Anticipating Patterns: exploring random phenomena using probability and simulation 4. Statistical Inference: estimating population parameters and testing hypotheses. PREREQUISITE: Algebra II or concurrently taking.

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Science General Science 1 credit Open to 9 This class includes concepts from physics, weather and earth/space science. Laboratory exercises reinforce and enrich classroom studies of the following concepts: motion, forces, projectiles, gravity, momentum, energy, waves, optics, magnetism, electricity, laws of conservation, and earth interactions. Honors Science (R) 1 credit Open to 9 This course is an in-depth study of such physics, weather science, and planetary science concepts as motion, forces, projectiles, gravity, momentum, energy, waves, optics, magnetism, electricity, laws of conservations, and earth interactions. These concepts are taught through small and large group projects and independent research. Laboratory exercises requiring the use of formal calculations and scientific lab procedure write-ups are also used. PREREQUISITE: Students must meet the necessary performance level on a screening exam. Testing Date TBA. Biology (R) 1 credit Open to 10 Students will learn about topics from scientific ways of thinking and working, analyzing and predicting patterns, and cycles of biological change over time to new scientific discoveries, including DNA research and molecular genetics. At the end of this course, all students will take a state mandated End-of-Course exam which will count for 20% of each student’s grade. There is a $10 fee for materials. PREREQUISITE: General Science. Honors Biology (R) 1 credit Open to 10 This course is designed to give a complete overview of the world of living organisms, their diversity, function, and relationship to the environment. Topics of study include cell biology, bioenergetics, reproduction, genetics, and evolution. This course would be especially helpful for students planning to take advanced placement biology. Students taking this course would benefit by having an average of 86% or above in 9th grade science. At the end of this course, all students will take a state mandated End-of-Course exam which will count for 20% of each student’s grade. There is a $10 fee for materials. PREREQUISITE: Honors Science or General Science. Agri-Biology (R) 1 credit Open to 10 This course fulfills the life science credit. See description in Agricultural Sciences section. At the end of this course, all students will take a state mandated End-of-Course exam which will count for 20% of each student’s grade. PREREQUISITE: Principles of Agriculture Science & Technology. Advanced Placement Biology (R) 1 credit Open to 11, 12 AP Biology covers the equivalent of a college course in introductory biology. The aim of the course is to achieve knowledge of concepts and processes of biology and an understanding of the means by which biological information is collected and interpreted. The course consists of the following segments: molecular and cellular biology, organism biology, population biology and ecology. There is a $15 lab fee for materials. PREREQUISITE: Honors Biology and Honors Chemistry or concurrently taking Honors Chemistry (Lab manual - $20.00). Chemistry (R) 1 credit Open to 11 This is a fact-oriented class which concentrates on the basic principles of chemistry. Topics covered include scientific method, structure of the atom, chemical reactions and types of bonding. Laboratory experiments are an integral part of this course. There is a $10 fee for materials used in class. PREREQUISITE: Biology.

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Honors Chemistry (R) 1 credit Open to 11 The steps of the scientific process are presented at the beginning and are used in approaching every topic throughout the course. Students do experiments upon which textbook and classroom discussions are based. Topics of study include properties of gases, liquids, and solids, chemical formulas and equations, kinetic and atomic theories, chemical bonding and acid-base. There is a $10 fee for materials used in class. PREREQUISITE: Honors Biology, Algebra I, and Algebra II or currently taking Algebra II. Advanced Placement Chemistry (R) 1 credit Open to 11, 12 This course covers the equivalent of a college course in chemistry. The aim of the course is to achieve a knowledge of concepts and processes of chemistry. The course consists of the following topics: atomic structure, quantum mechanics, properties of solids, liquids, and gases, quantitative chemistry, and organic chemistry. There is a $10 lab fee for materials. PREREQUISITE: Honors Biology, Honors Chemistry, Precalculus or currently taking Pre-calculus. Physics (R) 1 credit Open to 11, 12 A physical science concerned with the relationship between matter and energy. This course is designed for students who are proficient mathematics students. The major topics of study are mechanics (force, motion, work, power, energy), heat, sound, light, electricity, and magnetism. In this class students focus on the concepts used to understand the world through physics and use the expression of mathematics only as a secondary tool for expressing the concepts. This is a college prep course for students interested in non-science areas or for science majors who want a solid understanding of basic concepts before utilizing mathematics. PREREQUISITE: General Science and Algebra II. Advanced Placement Physics B (R)

1 credit

Open to 11, 12

The AP Physics B course includes topics in both classical and modern physics. Knowledge of algebra and basic trigonometry are required for the course. The basic ideas of calculus may be introduced in connection with physical concepts, such as acceleration and work. Understanding of the basic principles involved and the ability to apply these principles in the solution of problems will be the major goals of the course. Consequently, the course will utilize guided inquiry and student-centered learning to foster the development of critical thinking skills. AP Physics B will provide instruction in each of the following five content areas: Newtonian mechanics, fluid mechanics and thermal physics, electricity and magnetism, waves and optics, and atomic and nuclear physics.

PREREQUISITE: Must have taken or concurrently taking Pre-calculus and Chemistry. Advanced Placement Physics C: Mechanics (R)

1 credit

Open to 12

This course parallels a first course in general college physics for students majoring in engineering, chemistry, or physics. Methods of calculus are used wherever appropriate in formulating physical principles and in applying them to physical problems. The sequence is more intensive and analytic than that in the B course. Strong emphasis is placed on solving a variety of challenging problems, some requiring calculus. The subject matter of the C course is principally mechanics. PREREQUISITE: AP Physics B. Co-

requisite: AP Calculus AB or AP Calculus BC. Advanced Placement Environmental Science (R)

1 credit

Open to 12

This course provides students with the scientific principles, concepts, and methodologies required to understand the interrelationships of the natural world, to identify and analyze environmental problems both natural and human-made, to evaluate the relative risks associated with these problems, and to examine alternative solutions for resolving or preventing them. It focuses on earth systems and resources, the living world, population, land and water use, energy resources and consumption, and pollution and global change.

PREREQUISITE - Students must have completed one course in Biology and one course in Chemistry. At least one year of Algebra is required to take this course. Forensic Science (R) 1 credit Open to 11, 12 Elective class designed to integrate all of the sciences: biology, chemistry, physics, earth science as well as mathematics, in the study of crime scene investigations both in the field and in the laboratory. Emphasis will be on performing sample crime scene investigations and using technology for simulated crime scene work. PREREQUISITE: Biology or Chemistry. -Page 38-

Social Studies Introduction to Law and Justice 1 credit Open to 9 This course is an overview of many of the disciplines of social studies. The purpose of the course is to introduce life skills necessary to become a productive community member as well as basic skills needed to succeed in higher-level social studies courses. Areas of study include economics, geography, civics, government, and law & justice. Thinking, reasoning, and cultural diversity are integrated throughout the course.

Honors English I/Honors Law & Justice (R) 1 credit English, 1 credit Social Studies Open to 9 The Honors English/Honors Law & Justice course is designed for students whose basic skills and achievement far exceed the requirements for English I\Introduction to Social Studies. Students selecting this course will receive instruction on a faster pace, with more depth and a seamless integration between the social studies and English curriculum. The course will survey various time periods and subjects in history, geography, economics, political science, and cultural diversity. This course includes a rigorous independent reading component in addition to the English I curriculum. Reading from an approved author list and writing analytically about these works will prepare students for the challenges of AP classes. During the summer, students must read Ray Bradbury’s Fahrenheit 451 and must complete a written assignment. Reading comprehension of the novel will be evaluated by a multiple-choice examination at the beginning of school. Reading selections during the year will include several works, including The Republic by Plato and I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings by Maya Angelou. PREREQUISITE: Teachers suggest that students have a 92% average in both Language Arts and Social Studies at the end of their eighth grade year. Students must distinguish themselves on the screening exam and successfully complete a summer reading and writing project. The reading and writing project due date and testing date TBA. STUDENTS MUST MAINTAIN A “C” AVERAGE OR BETTER IN BOTH CLASSES. IF A STUDENT’S AVERAGE FALLS BELOW A “C,” PLACEMENT WILL BE REEVALUATED.

World Civilization in Modern Times 1 credit Open to 10 The World Civilization course will extend students’ knowledge of the world gained in middle school, reviewing civilizations after 1500. Students will comprehend the contemporary world, based on an understanding and appreciation of the past. The course shall embrace a global view of the history of humankind. The course will be interdisciplinary, drawing on concepts from social studies disciplines, including history, anthropology, economics, geography, political science, psychology, and sociology, as well as utilizing the arts, literature, and philosophy.

Advanced Placement World History (R) 1 credit Open to 10 The purpose of AP World History is to understand how human societies develop over time. AP World History will focus equally on the history of Africa, Asia, South America, the Middle East, Europe and North America. Students will learn how to analyze and develop conclusions about the causes and effects of history. Students will learn how factors such as disease, war, trade, culture, geography, gender, governments, technology, and invention shape the world we live in today. To be successful, students must complete extensive reading and writing assignments along with actively participating in the class discussions. Required completion of a summer assignment.

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U.S. Government ½ credit Open to 10, 11, 12 This half credit class provides a rudimentary understanding of American Government. Students will examine the basis of our system of government and the responsibilities that they have to participate in a democratic system. Special emphasis will be placed on the historical development of the constitution and the impact of our judiciary system upon citizens in everyday life.

World Geography (semester & block) ½ credit/1 credit Open to 10, 11, 12 This course is designed to open your eyes not only to the world, but your own surroundings as well. Geography examines the physical, political, and cultural influences throughout the world. This class will examine a variety of topics including, but not limited to regions/countries of the world, climates, ecosystems, population, culture, foods of the world, global issues, resources, and several other topics.

History of Global Conflict ½ credit Open to 10, 11 Throughout history, warfare has been a catalyst for major changes across the globe. Among these changes are shifts in belief systems, demographics, technology, and power structures that have combined to create the world we live in today. In this course, students will study the history behind some of the most influential wars in the history of the world (Persian Wars, Crusades, Opium War) and American wars (Revolutionary, Civil, WWII, Vietnam) to gain a perspective of the circumstances behind the conflicts, military tactics and technologies, and the long-term consequences of these conflicts. You will be asked to analyze situations and predict outcomes, debate major issues, and put yourself in the shoes of military leaders and citizens alike to gain an understanding of the complexity of warfare.

U.S. History 1 credit Open to 11 The United States History course serves as a capstone to the study of America’s history in fifth through eighth grades. The focus will be on colonization to the present, looking at the forces that shaped and continue to shape political, economic, and social institutions and the impact of those forces on the development of the United States in the Twentieth Century. At the end of this course, all students will take a state mandated End-ofCourse exam which will count for 20% of each student’s grade.

Advanced Placement U.S. History (R) 1 credit Open to 11 This is a challenging, college level course in which students will gain a comprehensive understanding of American literature and history. The primary goal of the course is to prepare students to take the AP exam in U.S History. To be successful, students must complete extensive reading and writing assignments and actively participate in class. At the end of this course, all students will take a state mandated End-of-Course exam which will count for 20% of each student’s grade. Required completion of summer reading assignment. American Studies (English III/U.S. History) – 4th hour 1 credit English/1 credit Social Studies Open to 11 This is a challenging course in which students will gain a comprehensive understanding of American literature and history. The course will be a year-long, blocked 4th hour class, and students will earn both their English III credit and U.S. History credit. Students selecting this course will receive instruction in American literature and history simultaneously and chronologically. This course will give students a comprehensive and complete understanding of both U.S. literature and history and the effects they have on each other. At the end of this course, all students will take a state mandated End-of-Course exam for U.S. History which will count for 20% of each student’s grade. PREREQUISITE: English II and World Civilization. -Page 40-

Advanced Placement U.S. Government & Politics (R) 1 credit Open to 11, 12 This is a challenging, college level course in which students will gain a comprehensive understanding of the structure and inner workings of the government and politics of the United States. Topics will include the following: the constitutional underpinnings of the U.S. government, the political beliefs and behaviors of individuals, political parties, interest groups and mass media, the institutions of federal government (including Congress, the presidents and the executive branch bureaucracy, and the federal courts), the formulation and shaping of public policy, and civil rights and civil liberties. The primary goal of the course is to prepare students to take the AP U.S. Government and Politics exam. Students must complete extensive reading and writing assignments and actively participate in class. It is recommended that students complete AP U.S. History prior to taking this course, although it is not a prerequisite. Completion of a summer reading assignment is required.

Advanced Placement European History (R) 1 credit Open to 11, 12 In addition to providing a basic narrative of events and movements, the goals of the AP program in European History are to develop (a) an understanding of some of the principle themes in modern European History, (b) an ability to analyze historical evidence and historical interpretation, and (c) an ability to express historical understanding in writing. AP European History is a course appropriate for juniors and seniors and is especially designed to be an in-depth look at this region of the globe following the sophomore course in AP World History. Up to three hours of college credit can be gained by earning a qualifying score on the AP European History test in May. Students should expect nightly homework and a challenging course; however, they will also be well-prepared for the rigors of college.

Psychology 1 credit Open to 10, 11, 12 This class deals with the study of human behavior and its influence on one’s own life and behavior.

Advanced Placement Psychology (R) 1 credit Open to 11, 12 As a college level course, the purpose of AP Psychology is to introduce the systematic and scientific study of the behavior and mental processes of human beings and other animals. Included is a consideration of the psychological facts, principles, and phenomena associated with each of the major subfields within psychology. Students also learn about the ethics and methods psychologists use in their science and practice. At the end of the class, students will be able to take the AP Psychology exam which can lead to the student earning college credit in that field. The class is open to all juniors and seniors. Regular psychology is not a pre-requisite for this course.

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World Languages 1. Students who should take a world language in the ninth grade:  students interested in learning a particular language or languages in general 2. Students who may want to delay taking a language until their sophomore or junior year:  students who are only trying to fulfill their two credits of world language as part of the pre-college curriculum 3. Students who do not have to take a world language unless they want to learn one:  students who are not planning to attend college

French I 1 credit Open to 9, 10, 11 This course introduces the student to the French language. The development of the four communication skills listening, speaking, reading, and writing is stressed. Students work on oral and written skills with French vocabulary, grammar, and translations in both English and French. They also learn to distinguish between the sounds of the two languages. Students study daily life and education in France. The French language and culture around the world are also emphasized throughout the course.

French II (R) 1 credit Open to 10, 11, 12 This course is a continuation of French I. The student’s vocabulary is broadened as he/she continues to improve the four communication skills of listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Students translate selections that are concerned with various real-life situations thus enabling them to learn useful vocabulary and utilize this knowledge orally in the classroom. Students also study the regions of France and the artistic style of painting called Impressionism. The French language is practiced orally on a daily basis. PREREQUISITE: French I.

Honors French III (R) 1 credit Open to 11, 12 This course is designed as a continuation of French II. The student will develop listening comprehension and speaking skills so that communication with a native speaker is possible. The student studies more advanced grammatical structures and vocabulary. Reading comprehension is practiced through translation of long passages and French novels. The student will also acquire a sensitivity to the value system and behavior patterns of French-speaking people through culture study. PREREQUISITE: French II.

Advanced Placement French (R) 1 credit Open to 12 Advanced Placement French is a course developed for college-bound students who may wish to obtain college credit in high school. This course is equivalent to a third year French college course. Students study more grammatical structures and increase vocabulary knowledge. Emphasis is placed on improving conversational, reading comprehension, listening and writing skills. Students translate French novels, write compositions, and record conversations. Students also study major French artists of the Impressionistic and Contemporary period. Students are eligible to take the AP examination. Components of the AP exam are also studied and practiced. PREREQUISITE: Honors French III.

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German I 1 credit Open to 9, 10, 11 German I introduces students to the German language and culture. Skills of speaking, listening, reading, and writing will be developed through various activities and assignments – including the infamous Oktoberfest. Students will be given the opportunity to travel abroad to Germany during their time in German classes (about every other year). Students will learn to converse on subjects such as school, family, home, clothing, leisure activities, and be introduced to the role of Germany in today’s economical and political world. German II (R) 1 credit Open to 10, 11, 12 German II further develops the skills of speaking, listening, reading and writing in the German language that were introduced in German I. Students will learn to communicate in situations in the broader society such as health, home, travel, and community. Students will be given the opportunity to travel abroad to Germany during their time in German classes (about every other year). Students will be expected to expand their knowledge on Germany’s influence on the world – both in the past and present – in the economy, politics, environment, energy, and technology. PREREQUISITE: German I or equivalent level. Honors German III (R) 1 credit Open to 11, 12 German III expands conversational skills as well as speaking, listening, reading, and writing in the German language. Students will be encouraged to begin thinking and conversing with others in German. Students will read short stories as related to the specific content. Grammar points will be addressed as they arise. Students will be given the opportunity to travel abroad to Germany during their time in German classes (about every other year). Students will be expected to vastly expand their knowledge on Germany’s influence on the world – both in the past and present – in the economy, politics, environment, energy, technology, philosophy, education, and community. PREREQUISITE: German II or equivalent level. Advanced Placement German (R)

1 credit

Open to 12

Advanced Placement German is designed for college bound students to reflect a third-year college course in German. The course is considered “upper level” and should challenge the students. An emphasis is placed on improving conversational, reading comprehension, listening, and writing skills. Students must be prepared to speak exclusively in German – as the teacher will do the same. All directions, instructions, and activities are written in German and should be completed in German. Shall a question arise, please be prepared to work around the word you do not understand using the technique of circumlocution. AP German will be organized around the following six themes: Global Challenges, Science & Technology, Contemporary Life, Personal & Public Identities, Families & Communities, and Beauty & Aesthetics. This newly renovated course will provide students with a fresh way to learn to use the German language and culture.

PREREQUISITE: Honors German III or equivalent level. Japanese I 1 credit Open to 9, 10, 11 Japanese I introduces students to the Japanese language and culture. Skills of speaking, listening, reading, and writing will be developed through various activities and assignments. Students learn Japanese culture through hands on activities such as calligraphy and origami. Affordable two and six week home stay programs in Japan are offered each year for Japanese language students who excel in the classroom. Japanese II (R) 1 credit Open to 10, 11, 12 This course will continue the language skills (listening, speaking, reading, and writing) begun in Japanese I. The study of Japanese culture will also continue. PREREQUISITE: Japanese I or equivalent level. Honors Japanese III (R) 1 credit Open to 11, 12 This course will continue the language skills (listening, speaking, reading, and writing) covered in Japanese II. The study of Japanese culture will continue. PREREQUISITE: Japanese II or equivalent level. Advanced Placement Japanese /Japanese IV (R) 1 credit Open to 12 Students will continue to expand language skills learned in Japanese I-III. Japanese culture will continue to be studied. PREREQUISITE: Honors Japanese III or equivalent level. -Page 43-

Spanish I 1 credit Open to 9, 10, 11 This is an introductory course to the Spanish language. Students will learn to converse on subjects such as school, family, home, and leisure activities. They will be able to form simple sentences in Spanish. There is an emphasis put on sounds, speaking, and forming correct sentence patterns with work in reading and writing. They will be introduced to the rich culture and heritage of Hispanic citizens in the U.S. as well as other countries in the world.

Spanish II (R) 1 credit Open to 10, 11, 12 This course is a review and continuation of Spanish I with more depth and detail. There is an emphasis on listening and speaking with reinforcement from reading and writing. Each student is assigned reports and projects which he/she writes in Spanish and presents orally before the class. There is translation for the purposes of vocabulary and utilization of the language. Homework is assigned for the purpose of practice. Students must be able to converse in Spanish with others in the classroom using correct grammar and vocabulary. Spanish culture will be covered. PREREQUISITE: Spanish I. Block Spanish I/Block Spanish II – 4th hour (R) 2 credits Open to 10, 11, 12 Block Spanish I and Block Spanish II cover the same material as year-long Spanish I and year-long Spanish II but at an advanced rate. It is intended for the student who can move more quickly and cover more material daily. Students will read, write, listen to, and speak Spanish daily. Topics include school, food, friends, and family. Students will need to study some at home in order to learn all the material. Students who want to take all four years of Spanish for the Commonwealth Diploma are encouraged to take year-long Spanish and begin their Freshman year.

Honors Spanish III (R) 1 credit Open to 11, 12 This course is designed for advanced students of the Spanish language. Emphasis on review of all previous grammatical structures is presented. Short stories, novelettes, and poetry are also introduced. Additional grammatical structures are learned. Conversational skills and group work are stressed. PREREQUISITE: Spanish II.

Advanced Placement Spanish (R) 1 credit Open to 12 Advanced Placement Spanish is a course developed for college-bound students who may wish to obtain college credit in high school. This course is equivalent to a third year Spanish college course. Students study more grammatical structures and increase vocabulary knowledge. Emphasis is placed on improving conversational, reading comprehension, listening, and writing skills. Students translate Spanish novels, write compositions, and record conversations. Students are eligible to take the AP examination. Students will cover all fourteen Spanish tenses and be able to utilize them in composition and conversational forms. Group work is stressed. Class is taught in Spanish and students are expected to speak Spanish at all times. A short history of Spanish culture and language will be covered. PREREQUISITE: Honors Spanish III.

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Health and Physical Education Health ½ credit Open to 9, 10, 11, 12 This one-half credit course is designed to teach skills necessary for individual well-being and healthy family relationships. It also emphasizes the concepts students need to remain physically healthy and to accept responsibility for their own physical well-being. Students are taught strategies for becoming and remaining mentally and emotionally healthy.

Physical Education ½ credit Open to 9, 10, 11, 12 In this one-half credit course, students will perform movement skills in a variety of settings. Students will acquire knowledge and skills that promote physical activity and life-long physical fitness. Emphasis will be placed on rules of behavior, fair play, and cooperation designed to enhance the quality of participation in games and activities that contribute to mental, emotional, and social health. Students will be required to dress out in clothing approved by the instructor.

Advanced P.E. ½ credit Open to 10, 11, 12 This course is highly competitive in nature. It is designed for students who want to develop advanced athletic skills in both individual and group settings. Fitness skills will also be included and there will be periodic assessments to mark progress. Students will be required to dress out in clothing approved by the instructor. PREREQUISITE: Physical Education. Aerobic Walking ½ credit Open to 10, 11, 12 During this course, students will be given an opportunity to improve fitness levels by engaging in different types of walking activities ranging from leisure walking to speed walking. Pedometers will be used to track and mark progress. Students will be required to dress out in clothing approved by the instructor. PREREQUISITE: Physical Education.

Strength and Conditioning ½ credit Open to 10, 11, 12 This course is designed to offer students a chance to improve their current fitness levels. It will be geared towards health and skill related fitness components. Class activities will include weight training, agilities, plyometrics, flexibility, coordination, balance, and safety awareness. There will be periodic assessments to mark progress. Students will be required to dress out in clothing approved by the instructor. PREREQUISITE: Physical Education.

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Fine Arts The Arts/Humanities requirement may be fulfilled with one credit in choral music, band, piano, or AP Music Theory. Art courses do not fulfill the Arts/Humanities requirement. Arts/Humanities ½ credit Open to 9, 10, 11, 12 This class is designed to teach the cultural and historical heritage found in the disciplines of dance, music, theater, art, and literature. It will use participatory activities, student and group projects, media resources, teacher and guest lectures, and field trip experiences to enable the student to respond to these art forms by describing, analyzing, interpreting, evaluating, and considering the arts as significant human achievements. Emphasis is placed on drawing and visual art literacy. This course fulfills one-half of the Arts/Humanities credit required for graduation. The remaining one-half Arts/Humanities credit is embedded in other courses across the curriculum.

Art I ½ credit Open to 9, 10, 11, 12 Art I is an introduction to all the components that create art. Students begin to recognize, use, and discuss the elements of art and principles of design. Students start to develop confidence and skills to explore their own creative ideas. Emphasis is on drawing and other two- dimensional media. Class fee: $5.00.

Art II (R) 1 credit Open to 10, 11, 12 In Art II students will be able to experiment further with materials and concepts introduced in Art I. More time will be devoted to creation of art projects which are more complex than those done in Art I. The student will work more on his own in an attempt to develop creativity and growth in art. Class fee: $10.00. PREREQUISITE: ART I.

Art III (R) 1 credit Open to 11, 12 This course is developed in areas selected from design, drawing, painting, print making, sculpture, fiber art, ceramics, computer-generated art, photography, and video. Students will help decide what direction the course will take for them. Class fee: $10.00. PREREQUISITE: ART II.

Advanced Placement Studio Art/Art IV (R) 1 credit Open to 12 This course will be offered to those senior students who have taken Art I, II, and III, and want to further their art studies. The student may choose not to participate in the Advanced Placement Program. Class fee: $10.00. PREREQUISITE: ART III.

Choral Music 1 credit Open to 9, 10, 11, 12 Choral Music (Chorus) is a non-auditioned ensemble for any student who enjoys singing and who is willing to give total concentration as well as hard physical and vocal work during class. Students will study, rehearse and perform music of various styles and difficulty. Students will study basic music theory, history and build sightsinging skills. At the beginning of the year, all students will need to sing a simple range-check for the teachers so they can place students in the appropriate sections. This course meets the state requirements for the Arts/Humanities credit. Because make-up work cannot be given, regular attendance is a must and attendance at performances is compulsory. An outfit rental fee of $35 is required. -Page 46-

Advanced Choral Music (R) 1 credit Open to 10, 11, 12 Advanced Choral Music (Singers) is an audition-only ensemble for the most accomplished students in the choral program who are willing to give total concentration as well as hard physical and vocal work during class. Students are expected to possess proficient sight-singing skills, accurate intonation, tone quality, and diction. Students will study, rehearse, and perform literature of the highest quality. Students will study music theory, history, and build sight-singing skills. This course meets the state requirements for the Arts/Humanities credit. Because make-up work cannot be given, regular attendance is a must and attendance at performances is compulsory. An outfit rental fee of $35 is required.

Piano 1 (R) 1 credit Open to 12 A course designed to give the student instruction in keyboard skills (including electronic piano and synthesizer). The reading and playing of basic chords and simple melodies will be taught in the first part. Students will study basic music theory and history. This course meets the state requirement for the Arts/Humanities credit. A more individualized approach will be used in the second half to allow the more advanced students to go at their own pace. Students should be willing to keep fingernails trimmed. They will be required to purchase books for the course. The student should not be studying with a private teacher. A class fee of $15 is required.

Advanced Placement Music Theory (R)

1 credit

Open to 10, 11, 12

This class is designed for the college-bound music student. Students must have extensive music training through band, chorus or piano and must get the teacher’s approval. Students will develop fundamentals of sight-singing, keyboard skills, ear-training, and notation. In addition, students will develop skills, techniques, and terminology of chordal analysis and composition. Homework is required. PREREQUISITE: Band, Choir or Piano.

Music Theory 2 (R) 1 credit Open to 11, 12 This class is designed for the college-bound music student. Students must have successfully completed AP Music Theory and get the teacher’s approval. Students will build upon fundamentals of sight-singing, keyboard skills, ear-training, and notation at the level of a 2nd year college music theory. Students will continue skills, techniques, and terminology of chordal analysis. Students will learn 20th century composition techniques. Homework is required. PREREQUISITE: AP Music Theory. Symphonic Winds (R) – 4th hour Course selection determined by Band Directors

2 credits

Open to 9, 10, 11, 12

Symphonic Winds is an audition-only group for the most accomplished students in the band program. This course is curricular and extra-curricular. This band studies, rehearses, and performs literature of the highest quality. This course meets the state requirements for the Arts/Humanities credit. Students in this band combine with Symphonic and Concert Bands to form the Cardinal Marching and Pep Bands. There are a few required after school rehearsals and performances during the school year and band camp prior to the first week of school.

Symphonic Band (R) – 5th hour 1 credit Open to 9, 10, 11, 12 Course selection determined by Band Directors The Symphonic Band is the “2nd” ensemble at SCHS and is an audition only group. The course is curricular and extra-curricular. Students will receive 1 credit per year. Students will study, rehearse, and perform quality music of medium difficulty from all styles and periods. This course meets the state requirements for the Arts/Humanities credit. Students in this band combine with the Symphonic Winds and Concert Band to form the Cardinal Marching and Pep Bands. There are a few required after school rehearsals and performances during the school year and band camp prior to the first week of school. -Page 47-

Concert Band/ Prep Band (R) – 6th hour 1 credit Open to 9, 10, 11, 12 Course selection determined by Band Directors The Concert Band is the "3rd" ensemble at SCHS and is an audition only group. The course is curricular and extra-curricular. Students will receive 1 credit per year. Students will study, rehearse, and perform quality music of medium-easy difficulty from all styles and periods. This course meets the state requirements for the Arts/Humanities credit. Students in this band combine with the Symphonic Winds and Symphonic Band to form the Cardinal Marching and Pep Bands. There are a few required after school rehearsals and performances during the school year and band camp prior to the first week of school. Students who make the Prep Band meet during Concert Band and work to improve their playing skills enough to transition into the Concert Band. Students earn the same credit and attend the same rehearsals as Concert Band members, but will not perform with the group until they have tested into Concert Band (may happen at any point during the school year, depending on the student's individual progress). Jazz Band (R) – After-school Class ½ credit Open to 9, 10, 11, 12 Jazz Bands I & II allow SCHS students to explore the complex American art form of jazz. Membership in a jazz band is by successful audition and permission by the instructor only. Rehearsals are from 3:55-5:00 on selected days. Each band performs several times a year at concerts, community events, and national festivals.

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This Course Guide can also be found online at www.scott.kyschools.us Click on: Scott County High School Click on: 2013-2014 Course Guide

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