2008-2009
Course Offerings
2008-2009
ENGLISH I
CREDIT: 1 (language Art)
PREREQUISITE: NONE
CLASS LEVEL: 9th
Description: English 1 is intended to provide a literate classroom environment which facilitates reading, writing, speaking and listening experiences for all students. Required for all high school students.
ENGLISH II
CREDIT: 1 (Language Art)
PREREQUISITE: English I
CLASS LEVEL: 10th
Description: English II is intended to further develop each student's ability to use grammar effectively, to write expository and creative works, and to understand the types and techniques of literature.
ENGLISH III
CREDIT: I (Language Art)
PREREQUISITE: English II
CLASS LEVEL: 11th
Description: English III provides the background necessary for mastering more complex skills needed in English IV. Students strengthen their composition skills by writing and studying literature. They are introduced to American Literature in units on short stories, a play, and a novel. They receive instruction in speaking and listening, writing and reading, group work, problem solving, decision making, and information gathering.
ENGLISH IV
CREDIT: 1 (Language Art)
PREREQUISITE: English III or AP English
CLASS LEVEL: 12th
Description: English IV is a comprehensive study of English Literature and the various forms of writing. All students who take this course should be prepared to write almost every day. A major research paper and 1-15 short papers are required. This course is designed to prepare students for college and adult writing.
Pre-AP English
CREDIT: 1 (Language Art)
PREREQUISITE: Instructor Permission From English I and AP- English
CLASS LEVEL: 10th
Description: This course is offered as a preparatory class for AP English. The reading will focus on The Iliad and The Odyssey, Virgil’s Aeneid, the King James Bible, Greek Mythology and Drama, Shakespeare, and other classics from World Literature. To fully understand and appreciate British and American Literature one must have a solid background in the Greek, Roman, and Judeo-Christian Classics. This course aims to provide that background while introducing students to literary analysis and writing about literature.
AP ENGLISH
CREDIT: 1 (Language Art) -- 1-6 hours college credit depends on AP test score.
PREREQUISITE: Teacher's Approval
CLASS LEVEL: 11th or 12th
Description: This course is designed to train college bound students to successfully deal with multiple genres of literature. Reading for this class will be assigned from a class list of classics. The class is also writing intensive. A standardized national exam is offered for college credit at the end of the course, the fee for which is about $80. Get the required summer reading list from the AP teacher.
Reading Proficiency (9/10 & 11/12)
CREDIT: 1/2 (Language Art)
PREREQUISITE: Required for Students scoring a 25 or lower on the Holt Reading Solutions Diagnostic Assessment.
CLASS LEVEL: 9/10th or 11th/12th
Description: This course focuses on development of reading skills, and vocabulary for success across the curriculum, with an emphasis on optimizing brain function. Students will use the Reading Plus program to increase reading comprehension and speed. The course will also help students earn reading points for their regular English class. Additionally, students will learn strategies for reading a variety of academic and technical texts.
DEBATE I
CREDIT: 1/2 First Semester (Language Art)
PREREQUISITE: NONE
CLASS LEVEL: 9th/12th (May be used to satisfy the speech requirement)
Description: The semester length course includes an intensive analysis of the current debate topic, training in evidence collection, research and persuasive speaking. Competition is required; tournaments are held on Saturdays.
DEBATE II/III/IV
CREDIT: 1/2 First Semester (Language Art)
PREREQUISITE: Debate I And Instructor's Permission
CLASS LEVEL: 10th/12th (May be used to satisfy the speech requirement)
Description: This class offers students further experience in preparation and competition of debate events. Travel for competition is a requirement for the course.
FORENSICS I
CREDIT: 1/2 Second Semester (Language Art)
PREREQUISITE: NONE
CLASS LEVEL: 9th/12th (May be used to satisfy the speech requirement)
Description: Forensics is a co-curricular class. Study and performance of prose, poetry, and dramatics is required. Also required is: involvement in speech events, including informative, persuasive, and extemporaneous. Competition is required; tournaments are held on Saturdays.
FORENSICS II/III/IV
CREDIT: 1/2 Second Semester (Language Art)
PREREQUISITE: Forensics I and Instructor's Permission
CLASS LEVEL: 10th/12th
Description: This class offers students further experience in preparation and competition of forensic events. Travel for competition is a requirement for the course.
YEARBOOK
CREDIT: 1 (Language Art)
PREREQUISITE: Computer Tech and Instructor's Permission
CLASS LEVEL: 10th/12th
Description: The course consists of the production of the high school annual. Skills learned and applied include basic digital photography, copy writing, layout and design, advertising sales and design, desktop publishing. Work possibly concludes after the school year ends depending upon the completion of activities at the end of the year. Grades are directly linked to completion of assignments and deadlines. Computer tech may be taken concurrently with yearbook.
SPEECH
CREDIT: 1/2 (Language Art)
PREREQUISITE: None
CLASS LEVEL: 9th/12th
Description:
This is a semester course that provides beginning training in speech preparation, organization, and development of delivery skills. Speeches are the primary classroom activity. Discussion and group activities, and interpersonal building skills are also included.
SPANISH I
CREDIT: 1 (Language Art)
PREREQUISITE: None
CLASS LEVEL: 9th/12th
Description:
Spanish I is the study of the basic grammatical and pronunciation rules of Spanish. Emphasis is placed upon simple vocabulary, communications, listening comprehension, translation, reading, and appreciation of the Spanish culture.
SPANISH II/III
CREDIT: 1 (Language Art)
PREREQUISITE: Spanish I
CLASS LEVEL: 10th/12th
Description:
Spanish II includes review of the grammatical rules, pronunciation rules, and vocabulary previously studied. It then progresses to a more detailed study of these areas. Emphasis is placed upon writing production, improving listening comprehension, reading, and cultural appreciation of Spanish-speaking people.
French I (Not Offered In 08-09)
Credit: 1 (Language Art)
Prerequisite: None
Class Level: 9th/12th
Description: French I is the study of the basic grammar and pronunciation rules of French. Emphasis is placed on simple vocabulary, communications, listening comprehension, translation, reading, and appreciation of French culture.
French II (Not Offered In 07-08)
Credit: 1 (Language Art)
Prerequisite: French I
Class Level: 10th/12th
Description: French II includes review of the grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation previously studied. It then progresses to a more detailed study of these areas. Emphasis is placed on oral discussion, improving listening comprehension, reading, and cultural appreciation of French speaking people.
Art I
Credit: 1 (Fine Art)
Prerequisite: None
Class Level: 9th/12th
Description: This class is designed for students with less experience, yet with a desire to explore their talents through the arts. Media explored in Art I include: two-dimensional drawing, commercial art, three-dimensional ceramics and sculpture.
Art II
Credit: 1 (Fine Art)
Prerequisite: Art I
Class Level: 10th/12th
Description: Art II is the study of the elements and principals of design combined with an increasing emphasis on quality, difficulty and creativity of assignments. Vocational exploration into related careers will be introduced. Media experienced in Art II include: two-dimensional-drawing, painting, commercial design, three-dimensional-functional ceramics, sculpture and crafts.
Advanced Art (Level 3 and 4)
Credit: 1 (Fine Art)
Prerequisite: Art II
Class Level: 11th/12th
Description: This class is intended for students wishing to continue developing their skills for college, or vocational fields requiring artistic skills or backgrounds. This may or may not include commercial art, advertising, fine art, art education, fashion design, interior design, graphic design, computer imaging, technical illustration, or many other vocations requiring a feeling for color and design. Advanced art students may also wish to develop artistic skills and talents for future leisure time activity. Special emphasis is placed on producing show quality work and portfolio preparation for those seeking entry to technical schools, college scholarships, or job applications in related fields. Students enrolling in advanced art will be somewhat self-directed with a high degree of self motivation. Minimum requirements include: one two-dimensional work in a drawing media; one two-dimensional work in color media; one three-dimensional work; one work using the computer as a tool; and one self- portrait in any media. The student will maintain a sketch book throughout the school year.
Art Apprentice
Credit: 1 (Fine Art)
Prerequisite: Art II (permission from art instructor)
Class Level: 11th/12th
Description: This class is open to advanced art students wishing to devote a larger block of time to their work. Requirements are the same as advanced art with greater emphasis placed on craftsmanship and amount of work. Enrollment must be prearranged with consent of the instructor.
Drama/Theatre Tech.
Credit: 1/2 (Fine Art)
Prerequisite: Instructor's Permission Required
Class Level: 9th/12th
Description: In this course we will study plays, acting and stage movement and history of the theatre. We will also focus on the hands-on aspects of the theater, looking at lighting, sound and set construction and design. We will help build the set for the Musical and the All School Play and assist with make up, costuming and set painting.
Encore/Jazz Band
Credit: 1 (Fine Art)
Prerequisite: Audition with the instructor
Class Level: 9th/12th
Description: Encore will consist of 12-16 advanced singers chosen through auditions. Auditions will consist of singing "America" in several different keys, sight- reading, and tonal memory. Encore will perform a wide variety of music including conventional choral literature, pop, jazz, swing and show choir music. Choreography is added to music when appropriate. A performance wardrobe is required of each member. This ensemble sings at all scheduled high school concerts, Small Group Contest, and various community events. A Band/Choir trip is planned every other year. Fundraising opportunities are provided.
Description: Jazz Band will meet during this time as well with Mr. Henderson. Mr. Henderson and Mrs. Norris will arrange a schedule in which students who are involved with both classes have the opportunity to rehearse and participate in both. One hour of credit will be given to everyone regardless of whether they are in encore, jazz band, or both.
MIXED CHORUS
CREDIT: 1 (Fine Art)
PREREQUISITE: None
CLASS LEVEL: 9th/12th
Description: Mixed Chorus is open to any SCHS student with the desire to sing. Music learned and performed will be selected to develop skills in vocal techniques, sight-reading, intonation, harmony, part-singing, and diction. The choir will sing at all scheduled high school concerts and Large Group Contest. A performance wardrobe is required. Males wear black pants, black dress shirt, and black shoes and socks. A white windsor tie is provided. Females wear knee-length black skirts, and all-white (school appropriate) blouses. Performances are a mandatory part of the requirements for this course. A Band/Choir trip is planned every other year. Fundraising opportunities are provided.
SUGAR ‘N SPICE/GIRLS CHORUS
CREDIT: 1 (Fine Art)
PREREQUISITE: Audition with the instructor
CLASS LEVEL: 9th/12th (Girls)
Description: Sugar and Spice can consist of up to 24 advanced female singers chosen through auditions. Auditions will consist of singing "America" in several different keys, sight reading, and tonal memory. Sugar and Spice will perform a wide variety of music including conventional choral literature, pop, jazz, swing and show choir music. Choreography is added to music when appropriate. A performance wardrobe is required of each member. This ensemble sings on all scheduled high school concerts, Small Group Contest, and various community events. A Band/Choir trip is planned every other year. Fundraising opportunities are provided.
VOCAL TECHNIQUE
CREDIT: 1/2 (Second semester only) (Fine Art)
PREREQUISITE: Enrollment in Mixed Choir & Audition with the Instructor
CLASS LEVEL: 9th/12th
Description: Vocal Techniques is a class for the singer who wants to study the instrument of the voice more intensely. Throughout the course, singers are assigned contest literature to prepare for solo contest in April. Through preparation of the songs, the singer will strengthen vocal skills such as diaphragmatic breathing, phrasing, interpretation, diction, intonation and tone quality.
BAND
CREDIT: 1 (Fine Art)
PREREQUISITE: Completion of 8th Grade Band or Instructor Approval
CLASS LEVEL: 9th/12th
Description: Band is a performance-based class. Class time is spent preparing music for performances done outside of the school day. The first nine-weeks involve marching band and pep band for football games. After completion of football season, the band works on concert music in various styles for the remainder of the school year. The band also continues to perform as a pep band for boys and girls basketball games. During the spring, there are opportunities for interested individuals to perform solos or with a small ensemble. The band performs publicly approximately 20 times per year, including four home concerts, contests and pep bands.
MUSICAL
CREDIT: 1/2 (First semester only) (Fine Art)
PREREQUISITE: Instructor Approval by Audition
CLASS LEVEL: 9th/12th
Description: This class is for those students who have lead and supporting roles in the SCHS fall musical. Class time is spent preparing all aspects of a musical theater production, including acting, singing, and choreography. Students who take Musical Theater do not need to concurrently enroll in choir.
PERCUSSION ENSEMBLE
CREDIT: 1 (Fine Art)
PREREQUISITE: None
CLASS LEVEL: 9th/12th
Description: Percussion ensemble is a class dedicated to learning and performing music from the ever-growing library for percussion instruments. Students will perform on a wide variety of percussion instruments and will also serve as the percussion section for the concert band during the spring. Performance requirements will include at least two concerts as well as music contest.
Beginning Guitar/Advance Guitar
CREDIT: 1/2 (Fine Art)
PREREQUISITE: None
CLASS: 10th/12th
Description: This class is designed for those students with no prior guitar experience. Students will learn basic playing technique that will enable them to play many styles of music. No prior music experience is necessary before taking this class.
Music Technology
CREDIT: 1/2 (First Semester) (Fine Art)
PREREQUISITE: None
CLASS LEVEL: 9th/12th
Description: Through the use of computers, students will learn and strengthen the fundamentals of music. Note-naming, scales, chords, major/minor, harmonizing, and instrumentation are among the many skills learned. The student will learn to compose music using “ midi” and composing software.
BIOLOGY I
CREDIT: 1 (science)
PREREQUISITE: None
CLASS LEVEL: 10th
Description: Biology will give first year students a solid basis for learning and mastering some of the basic concepts of biology. Bio I students will study the following: cell and cell activities, basic genetic concepts, evolution as a process classification, and ecology. This class is required for state scholarship consideration.
BIOLOGY II
CREDIT: 1 (science)
PREREQUISITE: Biology I
CLASS LEVEL: 11th/12th
Description: Biology II is a continuation of the Bio I program in that the same textbook is used. Bio II students should have a good understanding of basic biology concepts as very little time will be given to review those ideas. The focus of Bio II includes invertebrate and vertebrate studies, plant studies, and human morphology. Each quarter, students will be required to do a project and/or write a paper based on independent study or laboratory research. Students who plan a vocation in any of the many fields associated with biology are encouraged to take this class to help them prepare for their chosen vocation.
CHEMISTRY I
CREDIT: 1 (science)
PREREQUISITE: Algebra I
CLASS LEVEL: 10th/12th
Description: Students will learn about basic atomic structure and function. The basics of how the atom works and how different types of matter react will be the primary emphasis of study. This class is required for state scholarship consideration.
CHEMISTRY II
CREDIT: 1 (science)
PREREQUISITE: Algebra I
CLASS LEVEL: 11th/12th
Description: Chemistry II is intended primarily as a course to give the student an in-depth and extended review of Chemistry I. Any student considering a major in any science or medical field should consider this course a must. This course includes an introductory unit in organic chemistry. The organic unit is approximately 10 weeks and covers the occurrence, classification, synthesis, and major uses of the hydrocarbons. Chemical bonding and molecular shapes are also covered in depth. Laboratory skills are emphasized in selected experiments essential to an understanding of course concepts.
PHYSICAL SCIENCE
CREDIT: 1 (science)
PREREQUISITE: None, Required for 9th grade
CLASS LEVEL: 9th
Description: Physical Science serves as a basic science class for the non-science orientated student and also as a good foundation for the student who plans to enter upper level physics and chemistry. Physical Science includes the topics of light, forces, electricity, astronomy, atoms and molecules, and acids and bases.
PHYSICS
CREDIT: 1 (science)
PREREQUISITE: Algebra II (Trig Helpful)
CLASS LEVEL: 11th/12th
Description: Physics is definitely a college prep course. Emphasis is placed on conceptual understanding of how things work in nature and problem solving. Topics include a thorough coverage of Newtonian Mechanics (speed, acceleration, force, vectors, projectile motion, energy, and work). This course also includes sections on atomic theory, waves, sound, light, and electricity. Approximately 35-40 experiments are included with emphasis on techniques for doing science investigation. Mathematics and problem solving are integral parts of this course in preparation for college physics. This class is required for the board of regents scholarship consideration.
MATH PROFICIENCY
CREDIT: 1 (math)
PREREQUISITE: Teacher Recommendation
CLASS LEVEL: 10th
Description: This course is required for students who scored basic or unsatisfactory on their 9th grade CRT’s. The curriculum will focus on the 18 tested indicators from the 2006-07 state standards.
PRE-ALGEBRA
CREDIT: 1 (math)
PREREQUISITE: Teacher Recommendation
CLASS LEVEL: 9th/10th
Description: This class is for students who are not quite ready for the algebra curriculum. Focus will be on preparation for students to go into Algebra I the following year.
ALGEBRA A
CREDIT: 1 (math)
PREREQUISITE: Teacher Recommendation
CLASS LEVEL: 9th/12th
Description: The curriculum in this class will be the same as an Algebra I class only at a slower pace. This class is taken in conjunction with Algebra B the next year and is then equivalent to a regular Algebra I course. Each student should have a scientific calculator.
ALGEBRA B
CREDIT: 1 (math)
PREREQUISITE: Teacher Recommendation
CLASS LEVEL: 10th-12th
Description: This class is a continuation of the curriculum from Algebra A. Each student should have a scientific calculator.
ALGEBRA I
CREDIT: 1 (math)
PREREQUISITE: Teacher Recommendation
CLASS LEVEL: 9th/12th
Description: This course goes into greater depth and builds upon topics covered in pre-algebra, with an emphasis on problem solving. Students also study algebraic fractions, functions, and solving systems of linear equations. Each student should have a scientific calculator.
ALGEBRA II
CREDIT: 1 (math)
PREREQUISITE: Algebra I
CLASS LEVEL: 9th/12th
Description: This course emphasizes algebraic expressions and forms, especially linear and quadratic forms, powers and roots, and functions based on these concepts. Students study logarithmic, exponential, polynomial, and other special functions both for their abstract properties and as tools for modeling real-world situations. Geometric ideas are used throughout the course. Problem solving skills and applications of algebra are emphasized. Each student must have his/her own scientific calculator for Algebra II.
GEOMETRY
CREDIT: 1 (math)
PREREQUISITE: Algebra II (may be taken concurrently with Algebra II instructor's permission)
CLASS LEVEL: 10th/12th
Description: The main goals of the course are the development of problem solving skills and their analysis of geometric figures in a plane and in space. The course of study includes lines, points, angles, reflections, parallel and perpendicular lines, congruence and similarity of triangles, circles, polygons, and solids. Some coordinate graphing and an introduction to trigonometric ratios are also included. Construction using compass and straight edge are taught—each student must have his/her own compass, protractor, straight edge, and a scientific calculator. This course may be taken the same year as Algebra II. There is a strong emphasis on graphing, equations, and solving equations from Algebra I. Homework should be expected almost every night.
ADV. MATH & TRIGONOMETRY
CREDIT: 1 (math)
PREREQUISITE: Algebra II and Geometry
CLASS LEVEL: 11th/12th
Description: This course is designed to be the final high school mathematics course before college for senior students or a prerequisite for juniors planning to take Introduction to Calculus as seniors. For students considering science, mathematics, engineering, or related majors, this class is a must. Included are enough trigonometry to constitute a pre-calculus course in trigonometry and the circular functions. Statistical and algebraic concepts are included, as well as a preview of calculus in work with functions and limits. Scientific calculators will be used extensively and are required for all students.
INTRODUCTION TO CALCULUS
CREDIT: 1 (math)
PREREQUISITE: Advance Math and Trigonometry
CLASS LEVEL: 12th
Description: This is the capstone of the mathematics sequence. This course serves as a thorough introduction to college calculus. Topics covered include limits, derivatives and their applications, integrals, definite integrals, and applications of integrals. This course is recommended for students who will need one or more calculus courses in college.
CONSUMER MATH
CREDIT: 1/2 (math)
PREREQUISITE: Algebra I (May be taken in addition to any other senior level math class)
CLASS LEVEL: 12th
Description: This course is designed to help the student with mathematics essential to daily living and in the work force. The curriculum will consist of information and resources concerning useful skills in fundamental operations and applications necessary to owning and buying an automobile and house, renting, earning money, insurance, investments, income tax, borrowing, banking, loans, budgeting, purchasing power, energy, retirement, and transportation. A review of topics from algebra and geometry will be provided which will be useful in business, technology, and scientific fields.
AMERICAN HISTORY
CREDIT: 1 (Social Science)
PREREQUISITE: None
CLASS LEVEL: 11th
Description: The study of American History of the Unites States from the Civil War to the present is surveyed. Teaching is varied by using individual student projects, movies, maps, recordings, simulations, pictures, and other multi-media programs. Everything is done to make the study of American History relevant for the students as they develop a broader understanding and appreciation of their own heritage.
AMERICAN GOVERNMENT
CREDIT: 1 (Social Science)
PREREQUISTE: American History
CLASS LEVEL: 12th
Description: American Government is offered only to seniors. The class is an in-depth study of the structure of the American governmental system. Students study the Legislative, Executive, and Judicial branches. There is an in-depth look at our Constitution—the basis for our entire federal system in America. Individual responsibilities are stressed to make the Constitution relevant to the student.
CURRENT ISSUES
CREDIT: 1/2 (Social Science)
PREREQUISITE: American History
CLASS LEVEL: 12th
Description: This course is designed to take a look at the current issues facing the world today. Students will be examining the issues from a variety of resources including Newsweek, local papers, and national news from the television. The students will be engaged in a variety of activities to study the issues in more depth. Some of the activities include in class debates, power point presentations, speeches, and research papers. This is an excellent class to make students aware of what is going on in the outside world.
CONTEMPORARY ECONOMICS
CREDIT: 1 (Social Science)
PREREQUISITE: None
CLASS LEVEL: 10th/12th
Description:
In a participatory democracy, such as the United States, it is the responsibility of citizens to be actively involved in the decision making process of the nation. Students will study the why and how of decisions being made by consumers, business, and government. Through the usage of current newspapers, magazines, and news programs, many aspects of the free enterprise system will be studied. This course will help students analyze their economic decisions. This course is an elective course that will meet social studies credits for graduation.
PSYCHOLOGY
CREDIT: 1 (Social Science)
PREREQUISTE: None
CLASS LEVEL: 11th/12th
Description:
Psychology is an upper level course which studies the basis and development of human behavior and personality. Subject matter is designed as an introduction to the area. Grades are based on, in order; objective examinations, projects, and class activities.
WESTERN CIVILIZATION
CREDIT: 1 (Social Science)
PREREQUISTE: None
CLASS LEVEL: 10th/12th
Description:
Our culture owes a great deal to the ancient world. We will trace the events and ideas that have impacted Western Civilization from the beginning of man through the Napoleonic Era. By tracing the political, economic, and cultural issues of each historical period, we will be able to understand some of the forces that influenced the historical development of the Western World. Also, we will connect current world issues with historical events. The following units will be studied: Paleolithic/Neolithic Man; Egypt; Greece; Rome; Middle Ages; Renaissance; Reformation; Age of Exploration; Rise of National Monarchies; Scientific Revolution; Enlightenment; Age of Revolutions; French Revolution; Age of Napoleon.
WORLD GEOGRAPHY
CREDIT: 1/2 (Social Science)
PREREQUISTE: (Required for Pre-College Curriculum & State Scholarship Programs)
CLASS LEVEL: 9th/12th
Description: World Geography uses both topical and regional approaches to probe the relationship between the land and people who inhabit the world. The topical approach is used to teach the basics of geography, map, and globe skills. A sequence of lessons presents and explains such geographical concepts as latitude, longitude, map projections, different types of maps, and how information is presented by maps and atlases. The regional approach is used to develop an understanding of how technology is changing today’s world and how language, religion, and political-economic systems have developed in the different cultures found in the world.
ACCOUNTING I
CREDIT: 1 (Business & Practical Art)
PREREQUISTE: None
CLASS LEVEL: 10th/12th
Description: Accounting I covers principles and procedures necessary for entry level employment in the accounting field. The course includes the entire accounting cycle, as well as basic principles, concepts, and procedures of accounting needed by students for both business and personal applications. In our rapidly moving world, each of us is faced with the task of facing accurate financial records, both personally and in business. This course will help the students meet the challenge.
ACCOUNTING II
CREDIT: 1 (Business & Practical Art)
PREREQUISITE: Accounting I
CLASS LEVEL: 11th/12th
Description: This course is designed to give the student an opportunity to acquire a more thorough knowledge of the techniques which are used in solving business problems. Attention is focused on the uses made of accounting data and includes the following areas: departments, payrolls, partnerships, and corporations.
COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY I
CREDIT: 1 (Business & Practical Art & Required for Graduation)
PREREQUISITE: None
CLASS LEVEL: 9th/12th
Description: Students will be able to demonstrate their knowledge of computer technology as it relates to the educational environment and the workplace. Students will be able to demonstrate the use of software applications including, but not limited to: word processing, spreadsheets, database management, Internet and multi-media. Career investigation will also be introduced. Business formats will be used throughout the year. Different operating systems will be discussed also, as well as, basic computer terminology.
ADVANCED COMPUTER TECH.
CREDIT: 1 (Business & Practical Art)
PREREQUISITE: Computer Technology I
CLASS LEVERL: 10th/12th
Description: This course will be an extension of computer technology I. It will cover more in-depth the skills from Computer Technology I as well as more advanced computer skills.
WEB PAGE DESIGN
CREDIT: 1 (Business & Practical Art)
PREREQUISITE: Adv. Computer Tech. & Instructor's Permission
CLASS LEVEL:11th/12th
Description: Fundamentals of web design will focus on the overall production processes surrounding web site design with particular emphasis on the design elements involving layout, navigation and interactivity. Students will learn web design in preparation for higher education or jobs in the Internet economy. Hands-on web design exercises will be taught.
INTRO. TO INDUSTRIAL TECH.
CREDIT: 1 (Practical Art)
PREREQUISITE: None
CLASS LEVEL: 9th/12th
Description: This course is designed to give the student a hands-on approach to basic drafting and wood working skills. Students will have an understanding of basic drafting tools and techniques. The student will be given a full under standing of all safety procedures for all hand tools and power tools in the wood shop. They will construct projects assigned by the instructor that will incorporate basic tool knowledge and technology advancements.
ADVANCED WOODS I
CREDIT: 1 (Practical Art)
PREREQUISITE: Intro. to Industrial Technology
CLASS LEVEL: 10th/12th
Description: This class is designed to build on the basic technology skills learned in the Introduction to Technology class. The course is designed to instruct students on advanced procedures to construct a higher skill project. The student will have a full understanding of all safety procedures for hand tools and power tools in the wood shop. They will design (using sketching and Cad programs), and construct an advanced project incorporating the uses of power tools commonly used in the Wood shop. Students will use industrial techniques, and integrate technology, and perform time management skills.
ADVANCED WOODS II
CREDIT: 1 (Practical Art)
PREREQUISITE: Advanced Woods I
CLASS LEVEL: 10th/12th
Description: This class is designed to build on technology skills learned in the advanced woods class. Course is designed to instruct students on advanced procedures to construct a higher skill project. The student will have a full understanding of all safety procedures for hand tools and power tools in the wood shop. They will design (using sketching and Cad programs), and construct an advanced project using the Drawer and Door Techniques, incorporating the uses of power tools commonly used in the Wood shop. Students will use industrial techniques, and integrate technology, and perform time management skills.
CABINET MAKING
CREDIT: 1 (Practical Art)
PREREQUISITE: Advanced Woods I
CLASS LEVEL: 11th/12th
Description: This class is designed to build on the basic technology skills learned in Advanced Woods I class. Course is designed to instruct students on advanced procedures of current Industrial cabinet design and construction. The student will have a full understanding of all safety procedures for hand tools and power tools in the wood shop. They will design (using Cad programs), and construct an advanced Cabinet project incorporating the newest advancements in custom cabinet design using most power tools commonly used in the Wood shop. Students will use industrial techniques, and integrate technology, and perform time management skills.
CARPENTRY
CREDIT: 1 (Practical Art)
PREREQUISITE: Intro. to Industrial Technology
CLASS LEVEL: 10th/12th
Description: This class is designed to build on the basic technology skills learned in the Introduction to technology class. Students will be introduced to standard construction practices used in house construction concentrating on foundation, walls, flooring, support walls, windows, doors, and roof construction, basic plumbing and electricity. Hands on class projects will be completed as time permits. Students will use industrial techniques, and integrate technology, and perform time management skills.
MECHANICAL DRAFTING/CAD
CREDIT: 1 (Practical Art)
PREREQUISITE: None
CLASS LEVEL: 10th/12th
Description: This class is designed to give the student the basic knowledge they will use in basic drafting standards used in Industry. Student will be introduced to drafting techniques used in Orthographic Projection, Isometric Drawing, Sectional Views, and Threads and Fasteners. Students will create Pencil drawings and be introduced to AUTOCAD Drawing. The student will use industrial techniques, time management skills, and integrated technology in completion of class curriculum.
ARCHITECTURAL DRAWING
CREDIT: 1 (Practical Art)
PREREQUISITE: Mechanical Drafting/CAD
CLASS LEVEL: 11th/12th
Description: This class is designed to give the student the fundamental design concepts of architectural drafting. Students will design and create a working set of Architectural drawings adhering to the techniques used in the Architectural Drafting. Students will be introduced to the Architectural CAD program of Vectorworks. A Design model will be built from students working drawings. The student will use industrial techniques, time management skills, and integrated technology in completion of class curriculum.
DESIGN/ELECTRIC CAR
CREDIT: 1 (Practical Art)
PREREQUISITE: Instructor Approval
CLASS LEVEL: 10th/12th
Description:
This class is for students to work on the electric car project which takes the project from the level of the idea through the drafting and finally the fabrication stages of development.
INTRO. TO AGRICULTURE
CREDIT: 1 (Practical Art)
PREREQUISITE: None
CLASS LEVEL: 9th/ (10th with Instructor's Permission)
Description: This one year course serves as an introduction to all areas of agriculture, agri-science, and the FFA. A variety of topics will be covered in both the classroom and the laboratory. This course serves as a foundation for all other classes offered in the program. Areas of study include agricultural careers, public speaking, history and orientation of FFA, land and home site evaluation, parliamentary procedure, leadership, SAE programs, banking fundamentals, record keeping, identification of common crops, livestock evaluation, shop safety, hand and power tool identification, welding, and agricultural mechanics.
ANIMAL SCIENCE & INDUSTRY
CREDIT: 1 (Practical Art)
PREREQUISITE: None
CLASS LEVEL: 10th/12th
Description: This full year course involves numerous active learning situations with laboratory assignments and field trips involving hands on experience. This class is designed to meet the needs of a livestock producer and manager, as well as a veterinarian. Areas of study involve: career, animal characteristics, anatomy, reproduction, breeding programs, genetic engineering, livestock performance data and evaluation, public speaking, meat science, diseases and their control, and management methods.
AGRIBUSINESS MANAGEMENT
CREDIT: 1 (Practical Art)
PREREQUISITE: None
CLASS LEVEL: 10th/12th
Description: Students keep records and production costs to help gain a sense of real life marketing. The remainder of the year is spent studying from John Deere’s Farm and Ranch Business Management books in which all business operations are covered in numerous problem solving and mathematical situations. Chapters included are Record Keeping, Financial Analysis, Budget Analysis, Cost and Return Analysis, Cash Flow, Investments, Taxes, and International Trade.
WELDING TECHNOLOGY
CREDIT: 1 (Practical Art)
PREREQUISITE: None
CLASS LEVEL: 10th/12th
Description:
This class is offered to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary for entry level employment as a production welder using oxy-acetylene welding and cutting, arc welding, mig welding, plasma arc cutting, and blueprint reading.
AGRICULTURE POWER & MACH.
CREDIT: 1 (Practical Art)
PREREQUISITE: None
CLASS LEVEL: 10th/12th
Description: This one year class involves numerous types of power plants and their theories of operation, parts identification, evaluation, and replacement procedures. The first part of the term, students will disassemble, evaluate, repair, and reassemble two Briggs and Stratton engines. All skills used pre-testing, measuring, repairing and replacing parts, and identifying specifications can be transferred to future situations. Basic auto and farm machinery maintenance are part of the laboratory class along with electricity, electrical motors, efficiency, plumbing, and hydraulics.
AGRICULTURAL CONSTRUCTION
CREDIT: 1 (Practical Art)
PREREQUISITE: None
CLASS LEVEL: 10th/12th
Description: This class is designed around the idea of developing numerous construction skills using all types of material as students assemble and construct their own as well as group projects. All resources are managed as efficiently as possible. To manage time, students prepare working drawings prior to any construction. To manage costs, students figure a bill of material prior to any purchasing. Numerous skills are developed and fine tuned as students sharpen, repair, and maintain hand tools, power tools, and machinery. While using all of these devices while constructing projects, students learn skills in carpentry, drafting, accounting, cold and hot metal work, mig and arc welding, plumbing and painting skills.
COED PHYSICAL EDUCATION
CREDIT: 1 (Physical Education)
PREREQUISITE: None (Graduation Requirement)
CLASS LEVEL: 9th
Description: It is a state requirement that all high school students have P.E./Health in order to graduate from high school. It is recommended that this class be taken as a freshman. Students must have a doctor’s permit to be exempt from this class requirement. The P.E. curriculum is designed to provide young adults with the knowledge and skills needed to engage in a physically active, healthy lifestyle throughout life. Three areas of focus in the course include: Health-Related Fitness, Lifetime Physical Activity, and Health/Wellness Concepts and Skills. Examples of activities which may be covered are: volleyball, basketball, soccer, archery, tennis, flag football, weight lifting, and other team sports and recreational games.
COED STRENGTH TRAINING
CREDIT: 1 (Physical Education)
PREREQUISITE: Physical Education
CLASS LEVEL: 10th/12th
Description: This is not a typical physical education class. It is only for those individuals who truly want to improve their athletic potential through a systematic program of strength development. To participate, one must be physically able and willing to work a full range of exercises prescribed for all parts of the body. No enrollee will be exempt from any part of the program indefinitely. The overall program will also emphasize the development of flexibility, speed, agility, and conditioning through a variety of testing methods. Cardiovascular endurance will be developed through different aerobic workouts. The grade is based on individuals’ daily participation and percentage gains between testing periods. Since this is a participation class, not dressing out for and participating in class will be considered equivalent to being absent.
ADV. COED STRENGTH TRAINING
CREDIT: 1 (Physical Education)
PREREQUISITE: Physical Education & Coed Strength Training
CLASS LEVEL: 11th/12th
Description: This is not a typical physical education class. It is only for those individuals who truly want to improve their athletic potential through a systematic program of strength development. To participate, one must be physically able and willing to work a full range of exercises prescribed for all parts of the body. No enrollee will be exempt from any part of the program indefinitely. The overall program will also emphasize the development of flexibility, speed, agility, and conditioning through a variety of testing methods. Cardiovascular endurance will be developed through different aerobic workouts. Olympic style lifting will be used. The grade is based on individuals’ daily participation and percentage gains between testing periods. Since this is a participation class, not dressing out for and participating in class will be considered equivalent to being absent.
ADVANCED PHYSICAL EDUCATION
CREDIT: 1 (Physical Education)
PREREQUISITE: Physical Education & Instructor's Permission
CLASS LEVEL: 10th/12th
Description: Advanced PE will cover activities that are considered lifetime activities. They may include weightlifting, cardiovascular health, tennis, golf, etc. Students are expected to dress out and participate every day.
INTRO. TO FAMILY & CONSUMER SCIENCES
CREDIT: 1 (Practical Art)
PREREQUISITE: None
CLASS LEVEL: 9th/10th
Description: This course is an introduction to all the Family and Consumer courses taught at SCHS. Included are the following areas: decision making, functions of a family, management skills, good food practices, safe home environment, sewing and clothing care. This is a year long course.
BALANCING WORK AND FAMILY
CREDIT: 1/2 (Practical Art) First semester only
PREREQUISITE: Intro. to FACS
CLASS LEVEL: 10th/12th
Description: This course is geared to deal with work and problem solving in the workplace and family. Life management skills will be discussed and students will develop their own goals. Time management, financial management, stress management for families, childcare responsibilities, and work and family issues at home and in the work place.
PARENTING AND CHILD DEVELOPMENT
CREDIT: 1/2 (Practical Art) Second semester only
PREREQUISITE: Intro. to FACS
CLASS LEVEL: 10th/12th
Description: This course is designed to develop the necessary skills to help become a successful parent and to help raise a happy child. The decision to become a parent, pregnancy and birth will be emphasized, parenting responsibilities and issues, and the various stages of child development will be taught. This includes the use of the Empathy Belly, and the use of computerized babies.
CREATIVE FOODS
CREDIT: 1/2 (Practical Art) First semester only
PREREQUISITE: Into. to FACS
CLASS LEVEL: 10th/12th
Description: This course will introduce basic cooking skills and nutrition. The students will prepare food from the Food Pyramid. Time management and food cost skills will be emphasized. Food preparation for hospitality rooms will be included. Copying recipes is a course requirement.
MEAL MANAGEMENT
CREDIT: 1/2 (Practical Art) Second semester only
PREREQUISITE: Intro. to FACS
CLASS LEVEL: 10th/12th
Description: Nutritional and Healthy food choices will be included in this meal-planning course. There will be great emphasis on cost analysis of the meals planned and time management in the kitchen. Nutrition will be taught to learn why healthy choices are important. Proper food cooking skills will be taught to preserve the most nutrients.
NUTRITION AND WELLNESS
CREDIT: 1/2 (Practical Art) First semester only
PREREQUISITE: Intro. to FACS
CLASS LEVEL: 11th/12th
Description: This course is designed to educate students as to the importance of life long healthy eating and life choices. Areas covered will be process skills, elements of wellness, social, physiological, and personal influences on choices, principles of basic wellness, and life choices and wellness.
LIVING SKILLS
CREDIT: 1/2 (Practical Art) Second semester only
PREREQUISITE: Intro. to FACS
CLASS LEVEL: 11th/12th
Description: This course is designed to help a student prepare for a career choice and how to set goals to attain this. Career exploration, filling out applications and job interview skills, and money management will be taught.
BROADCASTING
CREDIT: 1 (Practical Art)
PREREQUISITE: Instructor's Permission & Audition
CLASS LEVEL: 10th/12th
Description:
Provides a real life training in the area of information dissemination.
This class will deal with:
LEADERSHIP SKILLS
CREDIT: 1 (Elective credit)
PREREQUISITE: None (Organization Membership is recommended)
CLASS LEVEL: 9th/12th
Description: The course is designed to provide training in leader and group skills needed by students for success in school and extracurricular settings. Among the skills identified are: conflict management, goal setting and prioritizing, problem solving, scheduling, motivation, leadership styles, project planning, communication, and evaluation. Some time is provided for students to work on activities in membership groups. Involvement in some school activities is expected, and a community service component is part of the course. Grades are based on objective and subjective examinations; class participation; material collections; leadership performances; personal and instructor evaluations; the service component.
AIDES
Description: For students to be eligible to enroll as an aide, they must have scored proficient or above on their state reading and math assessments given their 10th and 11th grade years. Being an aide does NOT mean that you will have a study hall. You are expected to report to your aide position, ready to do your assigned duties and/or whatever your supervisor has planned for you for that day. You may only have 1 aide period each year.
ELEMENTARY READING TUTOR
CREDIT: 1/2 Per Semester
PREREQUISITE: Interview & Approval from SCES Principal
CLASS LEVEL: 12th (Can be an Aide only once per year)
Description: Students who wish to learn more about the activities and duties of a teacher on a daily basis are good candidates for elementary school tutors. Students must be responsible and reliable as the teachers and young children depend on them. Elementary school tutors will be graded on their attendance and their cooperation with their teachers. The duties of an Elementary Tutor will be helping elementary students with reading skills on a daily basis. A signed note from the SCES principal must accompany the pre-enrollment form.
SCHS PEER TEACHER
CREDIT: 1/2 Per Semester
PREREQUISITE: Instructor/Administrator's Permission
CLASS LEVEL: 11th/12th
Description: This class is different than the traditional aide class. Students enrolled as a peer teacher will assist the regular classroom teacher in tutoring students. Students must have shown exceptional academic ability in the content area in which they are assigned to. Respect and responsibility is a must for the peer teacher. A signed note from the instructor and SCHS principal must accompany the pre-enrollment form.
OFFICE AIDE
CREDIT: 1/2 Per Semester
PREREQUISITE: Trustworthy & Approval from Office Staff
CLASS LEVEL: 12th (Can be an Aide only once per year)
Description: The duties of the student aide are many and varied. All student aides will be assigned to the office and will be directed from there. There will be a limited number of aide positions to fill and the office staff will choose who will be allowed to serve as an aide based on past attendance, discipline, demonstration of responsibility, and willingness to work.
LIBRARY AIDE
CREDIT: 1/2 Per Semester
PREREQUISITE: Good Attendance & Approval from Librarian
CLASS LEVEL: 12th (Can be an Aide only once per year)
Description: Library aides will work at the circulation desk, checking books in and out and collecting fines for overdue books. They will re shelve books and magazines, sort the mail, deliver A-V equipment to teachers, dust shelves and run errands. Library aides will be graded according to how well they do tasks assigned to them and on their attendance. A signed note from the librarian must accompany the pre-enrollment form
ITV COURSES &/OR DUAL CREDIT
CREDIT: varies (High School and/or College Credit)
PREREQUISITE: Senior & must Pass the Compass Exam
CLASS LEVEL: 12th (or with Principal's Permission)
Description: The following classes typically offered through SCHS from GCCC and various southwest Kansas schools who work with SCHS to make such offerings available. The classes are offered only certain hours and will be filled by formula from the Southwest Regional Service Center. Certain classes require qualifying exams before acceptance. The following classes will likely be offered in 2006-2007:
College Classes
College Algebra * (local)
College Composition I and II/Literature* (local)
College Speech* (local)
College Psychology/Sociology/Developmental Psychology* (local)
*(Classes will either be a the Brian Center or the High School)