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Language Arts
G01H17 Language and Composition AP
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G01H13 English IV
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G01H13 English IV Honors
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G01H18 Literature and Composition AP
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G01H14 English IV IB HL
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G01H22 AP Seminar
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G01H23 AP Research
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G01H16 Creative Writing
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G01H74 Greek and Roman Mythology
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G01H15 Journalism I
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G01H02 Journalism II
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Y26H60 Leadership
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Y25H09 Leadership in Action
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G01H01 Multicultural Minds
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G01H06 Speech & Communications
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G01H05 Film as Literature
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Y25H07 Game Studies
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G01H00 Algebra I
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G01H00 Algebra I Honors
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Academic Support
G25H00 Preparing for ACT, Postsecondary, and Career
Academic Support
G25H00 Preparing for ACT, Postsecondary, and Career
Academic Support
Social Studies
G04H00 Theory of Knowledge I IB
Social Studies
G04H10 World History and Geography - This course is a continuation of the 6th and 7th grade survey courses of world history and geography. Students will study the rise of the nation-state in Europe, the origins and consequences of the Industrial Revolution, political reform in Western Europe, imperialism across the world, and the economic and political roots of the modern world. Students will explain the causes and consequences of the great military and economic events of the past century, including the World Wars, Great Depression, Cold War, and Russian and Chinese Revolutions. Students will study the rise of nationalism and the continuing persistence of political, ethnic, and religious conflict in many
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G04H10 World History and Geography Honors - A more rigorous approach to learning is associated with this course. Students will be expected to think, read and write critically and analytically using primary sources. This course is a continuation of the 6th and 7th grade survey courses in world history and geography. Students will study the rise of the nation-state in Europe, the origins and consequences of the Industrial Revolution, political reform in Western Europe, imperialism across the world, and the economic and political roots of the modern world. Students will explain the causes and consequences of the great military and economic events of the past century, including the World Wars, Great Depression, Cold War, and Russian and Chinese Revolutions. Students will study the rise of nationalism and the continuing persistence of political, ethnic, and religious conflict in many parts of the world. Students will explore geographic influences on history, with attention to political boundaries that developed with the evolution of nations from 1750 to the present and the subsequent human geographic issues that dominate the global community. Additionally, students will examine aspects of technical geography and how these innovations continuously impact geopolitics in the contemporary world. Grade Level: 9-12 Prerequisite: None Teacher Recommendation Needed: Yes Minimum Credit: 1.0 Maximum Credit:1.0 NCAA Approved: Yes
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G04H29 World History AP - Rigorous and challenging classwork with a strong emphasis on extensive reading, writing and research skills is associated with this college-level course. AP level classes require more independent practice and outside reading than Honors level classes. Coursework requirements are guided by the College Board; therefore, students enrolled in this course may take the College Board Advanced Placement Exam in May. World History AP is a comprehensive study of the cultural, economic, political, and social developments that have shaped the world from c. 1200 CE to the present. Students will analyze texts, visual sources, and other historical evidence and write essays expressing historical arguments. Grade Level: 10-12 Prerequisite: None, but AP Human Geography is Recommended Teacher Recommendation Needed: Yes Minimum Credit: 1.0 Maximum Credit: 1.0 NCAA Approved: Yes EPSO: Yes
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G04H30 Human Geography AP - Rigorous and challenging classwork with a strong emphasis on extensive reading, writing and research skills is associated with this college-level course. AP level classes require more independent practice and outside reading than Honors level classes. Coursework requirements are guided by the College Board; therefore, students enrolled in this course may take the College Board Advanced Placement Exam in May. Human Geography AP introduces students to the systematic study of patterns and processes that have shaped human understanding, use, and alteration of the Earth’s surface. Students will employ spatial concepts and landscape analysis to examine human social organization and its environmental consequences. Additionally, students will learn about the methods and tools geographers use in their science and practice. Grade Level: 9-12 Prerequisite: None Teacher Recommendation Needed: Yes, from Teacher and School Counselor Minimum Credit: 1.0 Maximum Credit: 1.0 NCAA Approved: Yes EPSO: Yes
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G04H22 European History AP - Rigorous and challenging classwork with a strong emphasis on extensive reading, writing and research skills is associated with this college-level course. AP level classes require more independent practice and outside reading than Honors level classes. Coursework requirements are guided by the College Board; therefore, students enrolled in this course may take the College Board Advanced Placement Exam in May. European History AP focuses on political, economic, and social events from the 14th century to the present. This course will allow students to develop an understanding of the principal themes in modern European history. Students will be able to analyze and interpret historical evidence and express historical understanding in writing. Grade Level: 10-12 Prerequisite: None, but World History Honors or Human Geography AP are recommended Teacher Recommendation Needed: Yes Minimum Credit: 1.0 Maximum Credit:1.0 NCAA Approved: Yes EPSO: Yes
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G04H07 World Geography - In this elective course, students will examine the global perspectives, basic concepts, and fundamental questions of geography. Students will explore where phenomena occur and reasons why phenomena occur in those locations. Students will focus on the ways in which all places on Earth are interconnected and how the human use of Earth's surface varies. Students will also explore various topics, including geographic skills and tools, physical processes, natural resources, cultural geography, political geography, population and migration, economic development and interdependence, and urbanization. Elective credit. Grade Level: 9-12 Prerequisite: None Teacher Recommendation Needed: No Minimum Credit: 0.5 Maximum Credit: 0.5 NCAA Approved: Yes
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G04H12 United States Government and Civics - This semester course will focus on the study of the purposes, principles, and practices of American government as established by the United States Constitution. Students will also study our state’s government structure and the various local governments in Tennessee. Students will also learn about the rights and responsibilities of citizens as well as how to exercise these rights and responsibilities at the local, state, and national levels. The reading of primary source documents is a key feature of this course. Grade Level:12 Prerequisite: US History Teacher Recommendation Needed: No Minimum Credit: 0.5 Maximum Credit: 0.5 NCAA Approved: Yes
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G04H12 United States Government and Civics Honors - A more rigorous approach to learning is associated with this course. Students will be expected to think, read and write critically, and analytically. Students enrolled in this Honors level course may be required to complete a portfolio as part of the course requirement. This is a semester course which focuses on the study of the purposes, principles, and practices of American government as established by the United States Constitution. Students will learn the structure and processes of the government of the state of Tennessee and local governments. Students will also learn about the rights and responsibilities of citizens as well as how to exercise these rights and responsibilities at the local, state, and national levels. In addition, the course will examine key constitutional issues and Supreme Court cases and decisions. The reading of primary source documents is a key feature of this course. Grade Level:12 Prerequisite: US History Teacher Recommendation Needed: Yes Minimum Credit: 0.5 Maximum Credit: 0.5 NCAA Approved: Yes
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G04H26 United States Government and Politics AP - Rigorous and challenging classwork with a strong emphasis on extensive reading, writing and research skills is associated with this college-level course. AP level classes require more independent practice and outside reading than Honors level classes. Coursework requirements are guided by the College Board; therefore, students enrolled in this course may take the College Board Advanced Placement Exam in May. AP U.S. Government and Politics provides a college-level, nonpartisan introduction to key political concepts, ideas, institutions, policies, interactions, roles, and behaviors that characterize the constitutional system and political culture of the United States. Students will study U.S. foundational documents, Supreme Court decisions, and other texts and visuals to gain an understanding of the relationships and interactions among political institutions, processes, and behaviors. Underpinning the required content of the course are several big ideas that allow students to create meaningful connections among concepts throughout the course. Grade Level: 12 Prerequisite: US History Honors or a minimum of one credit in a previous AP social studies class Teacher Recommendation Needed: Yes Minimum Credit: 0.5 Maximum Credit: 0.5 NCAA Approved: Yes EPSO: Yes
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G04H27 Comparative Government and Politics AP - Rigorous and challenging classwork with a strong emphasis on extensive reading, writing and research skills is associated with this college-level course. AP level classes require more independent practice and outside reading than Honors level classes. Coursework requirements are guided by the College Board; therefore, students enrolled in this course may take the College Board Advanced Placement Exam in May. This course introduces students to the rich diversity of political life outside the United States. The course uses a comparative approach to examine the political structures; policies; and political, economic, and social challenges of six selected countries: China, Iran, Mexico, Nigeria, Russia, and the United Kingdom. Students compare the effectiveness of approaches to many global issues by examining how different governments solve similar problems. They will also engage in disciplinary practices that require them to read and interpret data, make comparisons and applications, and develop evidence-based arguments. \*Elective Credit. Grade Level:12 Prerequisite: US History Honors or a minimum of one credit in a previous AP
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G04H13 Economics - This semester course examines the allocation of scarce resources and the economic reasoning used by government agencies and by people as consumers, producers, savers, investors, workers, and voters. Key elements of the course include the study of scarcity, supply and demand, market structures, the role of government, national income determination, money and the role of financial institutions, economic stabilization, and trade. Finally, students will examine key economic philosophies and economists who have and continue to influence economic decision making. The reading of primary source documents is a key feature of this course. Grade Level: 12 Prerequisite: US History Teacher Recommendation Needed: No Minimum Credit: 0.5 Maximum Credit: 0.5 NCAA Approved: Yes
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G04H13 Economics Honors - A more rigorous approach to learning is associated with this course. Students will be expected to think, read and write critically and analytically. Students enrolled in this Honors level course may be required to complete a portfolio as part of the course requirement. This semester course examines the allocation of scarce resources and the economic reasoning used by
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G04H24 Microeconomics AP - Rigorous and challenging classwork with a strong emphasis on extensive reading, writing and research skills is associated with this college-level course. AP level classes require more independent practice and outside reading than Honors level classes. Coursework requirements are guided by the College Board; therefore, students enrolled in this course may take the College Board Advanced Placement Exam in May. Microeconomics AP introduces students to the principles of economics that apply to the functions of individual economic decision-makers. The course also develops students’ familiarity with the operation of product and factor markets, distributions of income, market failure, and the role of government in promoting greater efficiency and equity in the economy. Students learn to use graphs, charts, and data to analyze, describe, and explain economic concepts. Grade Level:12 Prerequisite: AP European History or AP U.S. History or AP World History
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G04H25 Macroeconomics AP - Rigorous and challenging classwork with a strong emphasis on extensive reading, writing and research skills is associated with this college-level course. AP level classes require more independent practice and outside reading than Honors level classes. Coursework requirements are guided by the College Board; therefore, students enrolled in this course may take the College Board Advanced Placement Exam in May. Macroeconomics AP introduces students to the principles that apply to an economic system. The course placed particular emphasis on the study of national income and price-level determination. It also develops students’ familiarity with economic performance measures, the financial sector, stabilization policies, economic growth, and international economics. Students learn to use graphs, charts, and data to analyze, describe, and explain economic concepts. Grade Level: 12 Prerequisite: AP European History or AP U.S. History or AP World History Teacher Recommendation Needed: Yes Minimum Credit: 0.5 Maximum Credit: 0.5 NCAA Approved: Yes EPSO: Yes
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G04H36 Personal Finance - This course is recommended for juniors or seniors. It is a semester-long course designed to help students understand the impact of individual choices on career goals and future 40
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G04H15 Psychology - Students will study the development of scientific attitudes and skills, including critical thinking, problem solving, and scientific methodology. Students will also examine the structure and function of the nervous system in humans, the processes of sensation and perception, lifespan development, and memory, including encoding, storage, and the retrieval of memory. Students will look at perspectives of abnormal behavior and categories of psychological disorders, including treatment thereof. Students will elaborate on the importance of drawing evidence-based conclusions about psychological phenomena and gain knowledge on a wide array of issues on both individual and global levels. Students will examine social and cultural diversity as well as diversity among individuals. Throughout the course, students will examine connections between content areas within psychology and relate psychological knowledge to everyday life while exploring the variety of careers available to those who study psychology. Elective credit. Grade Level: 10-12 Prerequisite: None Teacher Recommendation Needed: No Minimum Credit: 0.5 Maximum Credit: 0.5 NCAA Approved: Yes
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G04H28 Psychology AP - Rigorous and challenging classwork with a strong emphasis on extensive reading, writing and research skills is associated with this college-level course. AP level classes require more independent practice and outside reading than Honors level classes. Coursework requirements are guided by the College Board; therefore, students enrolled in this course may take the College Board Advanced Placement Exam in May. Psychology AP introduces students to the systematic and scientific study of human behavior and mental processes. While considering the studies that have shaped the field, students explore and apply psychological theories, key concepts, and phenomena associated with major units of study, including biological bases of behavior, cognition, development, learning, social psychology, personality, and mental and physical health. Throughout the course, students apply psychological concepts and employ psychological research methods and data interpretation to evaluate claims, consider evidence, and effectively communicate ideas. Elective Credit. Grade Level: 10-12 Prerequisite: None Teacher Recommendation Needed: Yes Minimum Credit: 1.0 Maximum Credit:1.0 NCAA Approved: Yes EPSO: Yes
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G04H32 Psychology IB SL - Rigorous and challenging classwork with a strong emphasis on extensive reading, writing and research skills is associated with this college-level course. IB level classes require more independent practice and outside reading than Honors level classes. Coursework requirements for this class are guided by the International Baccalaureate Programme, therefore students enrolled in this course may take the IB Exam in May. Psychology IB attempts to answer, if only partially, the question “Why do people behave the way they do?” This exploration of the underlying influences on human behavior includes an emphasis on scientific research from the biological, cognitive, and sociocultural fields; other 39 topics of study include personality, human development, and abnormal behaviors and treatments. Students will be required to complete numerous outside readings (including research articles), participate in online discussions, and conduct replication experiments. Grade Level: 11-12 Prerequisite: None Teacher Recommendation Needed: Yes Minimum Credit: 1.0 Maximum Credit: 1.0 NCAA Approved: Yes EPSO: Yes
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Y04H21 Abnormal Psychology Honors
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G12H03 IB Business Management SL-The business management course is designed to develop students’ knowledge and understanding of business management theories, as well as their ability to apply a range of tools and techniques. Students learn to analyze, discuss, and evaluate business activities at local, national, and international levels. The course covers a range of organizations from all sectors, as well as the socio-cultural and economic contexts in which those organizations operate. The course covers the key characteristics of business organization and environment and the business functions of human resource management, finance and accounts, marketing, and operations management. Links between the topics are central to the course. Through the exploration of six underpinning concepts (change, culture, ethics, globalization, innovation, and strategy), the course allows students to develop a holistic understanding of today’s complex and dynamic business environment. Conceptual learning is firmly anchored in business management theories, tools and techniques and placed in the context of real-world examples and case studies. The course encourages the appreciation of ethical concerns at both a local and global level. It aims to develop relevant and transferable skills, including the ability to: think critically; make ethically sound and well- informed decisions; appreciate the pace, nature, and significance of change; think strategically; and undertake long term planning, analysis, and evaluation. The course also develops subject-specific skills, such as financial analysis. Grade Level:11,12 Prerequisite: None Teacher Recommendation: Yes Minimum Credit:1.0 Maximum Credit: 1.0 EPSO: Yes
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G04H06 History of the Americas II IB HL - History of the Americas II IB fulfills the second-year history requirement for IB students and prepares students to take the higher level IB history examination. Curriculum integrates history of the United States with history of the Western hemisphere to provide a more comprehensive understanding of 20th century events. Topics include the Emergence of the Americas in global affairs, 1880-1929; Causes, Practices and Effects of Wars; Peacemaking, Peacekeeping
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G04H17 Contemporary Issues - Students will use inquiry skills to examine the issues that impact the contemporary world. Included in the course will be analysis of the historical, cultural, economic, and geographic factors that have raised certain issues to levels of concern in our nation and around the globe. Students will engage in research and problem solving to better understand and assess significant current issues. Elective credit. Grade Level: 9-12 Prerequisite: None Teacher Recommendation Needed: No Minimum Credit: 0.5 Maximum Credit: 1.0 NCAA Approved: Yes
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G04H14 Sociology - Students will explore the ways sociologists view society, and how they study the social world. In addition, students will examine culture, socialization, deviance and the structure and impact of institutions and organizations. Also, students will study selected social problems and how change impacts individuals and societies. Elective credit. Grade Level: 10-12 Prerequisite: None Teacher Recommendation Needed: No Minimum Credit: 0.5 Maximum Credit:0.5 NCAA Approved: Yes
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Y04H28 American Civil War and Reconstruction
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G04H23 African American History- Students will examine the life and contributions of African Americans from the early 1600s through the contemporary United States. Students will explore the influence of geography on slavery and the growth of slavery in the U.S. Students will consider urban and rural African American communities and institutions in the North and South leading up to and during the Civil War. Students will investigate the rise of Jim Crow and the subsequent effects of the laws and trace the impact of African American migration through the early 20th century. Students will explore the impact of the Harlem Renaissance as well as the contributions of African Americans during the Great Depression and World War II. Students will examine the successes and failures of the Civil Rights Movement and consider the contemporary issues confronting African Americans. Elective credit. Grade Level: 10-12 Prerequisite: World History, AP World History or AP Human Geography Teacher Recommendation: No Minimum Credit .5 Maximum Credit: 1 NCAA Approved: No
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Y04H92 World War II Honors
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Mathematics
G02H11 Geometry
Mathematics
G02H11 Geometry Honors
Mathematics
G02H05 Algebra II
Mathematics
G02H05 Algebra II Honors
Mathematics
G02H42 Mathematical Reasoning for Decision Making
Mathematics
G02H23 Pre-Calculus Honors
Mathematics
G02H18 Calculus Honors
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G02H37 Statistics
Mathematics
G02H26 Statistics AP
Mathematics
G02H24 Calculus AB AP
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G02H25 Calculus BC AP
Mathematics
G02H39 IB Math Applications & Interpretations SL
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G02H08 IB Math Analysis & Approaches SL/HL Year 1
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G02H72 IB Math Analysis & Approaches SL/HL Year 2
Mathematics
G02H45 Computer Science AP Comp Sci A- Computer Science AP emphasizes object-oriented programming methodology with an emphasis on problem solving and algorithm development and is meant to be the equivalent of a first-semester course in computer science at the college level. It also includes the study of data structures and abstraction. Students need to have a good foundation in programming and/or have been successful in a higher-level math class. Prior enrollment in Programming and Logic I and II is recommended for students who plan to complete an Information Technology program of studies. Grade Level: 11-12 Prerequisite: None Teacher Recommendation Needed: No Minimum Credit: 1.0 Maximum Credit:1.0 NCAA Approved: No EPSO:Yes
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G02H44 AP Computer Science Principles
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Science
G03H10 Biology AP
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G03H11 IB Biology II SL/HL
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G03H72 IB Biology III SL/HL
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G03H12 Chemistry I
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G03H12 Chemistry I Honors
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G03H16 Chemistry AP
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G03H37 IB Chemistry II HL I
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G03H18 IB Chemistry III SL/HL
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Y03H14 Organic Chemistry Honors
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G03H32 Ecology
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G03H25 Environmental Science AP
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G03H31 Human Anatomy and Physiology
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G03H16 Human Anatomy and Physiology Honors
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G03H20 Physics I
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G03H20 Physics I Honors
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G03H27 Physics 1 AP
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G03H28 Physics 2 AP
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G03H23 IB Physics III SL/HL
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G03H29 Physics C AP Mechanics/ 3234 Physics C AP Electricity and Magnetism
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G03H39 IB Sports, Exercise, and Health Science (SEHS) SL - SEHS is an experimental science that combines academic study with the acquisition of practical and investigative skills. It is an applied science course with aspects of biological and physical science being studied in the specific context of sports, exercise and health. Moreover, the subject matter goes beyond the traditional science subjects to offer a deeper understanding of the issues related to sports, exercise and health in the 21st century. Apart from being worthy of study, SEHS is good preparation for courses in higher or further education related to sports fitness and health and serves as useful preparation for employment in sports and leisure industries. Grade Level: 11-12. Prerequisite: None. Teacher Recommendation Needed: No. Minimum Credit: 1.0. Maximum Credit:1.0. NCAA Approved: No. EPSO: Yes
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G03H35 Scientific Research Honors
Science
World Language
G24H48 Chinese I Honors (Mandarin) - This course’s ACTFL Performance Goal of Novice High means that by the end of the course students will understand and express themselves in simple conversations on very familiar topics using a variety of words, phrases, very simple sentences and questions that have been highly practiced and memorized. Students will be able to handle very brief social interactions in everyday situations by asking and answering simple questions. Students will recognize pieces of information from texts and sometimes understand the main topic of what is read or said. Students will write and present short messages on familiar topics related to everyday life using practiced phrases and simple sentences. Students will explore the similarities and differences between American culture and the culture of the Chinese-speaking world. Students will participate in regular performance assessments and take the STAMP proficiency assessment as part of a student’s final exam grade. Grade Level: 9-12 Prerequisite: None Teacher Recommendation Needed: Yes Minimum Credit: 1.0 Maximum Credit: 1.0 NCAA Approved: Yes
World Language
G24H49 Chinese II Honors (Mandarin) - This course’s ACTFL Performance Goal of Intermediate Low means that by the end of the course students will understand and express herself and participate in simple conversations on several familiar topics using short sentences. Students will be able to handle brief social interactions in everyday situations by asking and answering simple questions. Students will begin to communicate about self, others, and everyday life in familiar situations. Students will recognize the main idea from texts and understand the main topic of what is read or said. Students will write and present information on most familiar topics using a series of simple sentences. Students will explore the similarities and differences between American culture and the culture of the Chinesespeaking world. Students will participate in regular performance assessments and take the STAMP proficiency assessment as part of a student’s final exam grade. Grade Level: 9-12 Prerequisite: Chinese 1 Honors Teacher Recommendation Needed: Yes Minimum Credit: 1.0 Maximum Credit: 1.0 NCAA Approved: Yes
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G24H51 Chinese III Honors (Mandarin) - This course’s ACTFL Performance Goal of Intermediate Mid means that by the end of the course students will understand most main ideas and most supporting facts in short passages on familiar topics, though students may need to read/hear complex passages more than once. Students will rely on context clues or prior knowledge to help them understand what they read/hear. Students will be able to maintain conversations about themselves and their lives. Students will also use language to express their own thoughts and get the things that they need while being able to connect some longer sentences together. Students will be able to ask and answer, as well as write a variety of questions well enough to accomplish what they need. Students will do all of this in a way that the teacher and others who are used to language learners easily understand what students are saying and writing. Students will investigate the products and practices of a culture to understand a culture’s unique perspectives so that students can interact with others in and from another culture. Students will participate in regular performance assessments and take the STAMP proficiency assessment as part of a student’s final exam grade. Grade Level: 9 -12 Prerequisite: Chinese II Honors Teacher Recommendation Needed: Yes Minimum Credit: 1.0 Maximum Credit: 1.0 NCAA Approved: Yes
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G24H52 Chinese IV Honors (Mandarin)
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G24H54 Chinese Language and Culture AP (Mandarin) - Chinese Language and Culture AP is a
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G24H21 French I - This course’s ACTFL Performance Goal of Novice High means that by the end of the course students will understand and express themselves in simple conversations on very familiar topics using a variety of words, phrases, very simple sentences and questions that have been highly practiced and memorized. Students will be able to handle very brief social interactions in everyday situations by asking and answering simple questions. Students will recognize pieces of information from texts and sometimes understand the main topic of what is read or said. Students will write and present short messages on familiar topics related to everyday life using practiced phrases and simple sentences. Students will explore the similarities and differences between American culture and the culture of the French-speaking world. Students will participate in regular performance assessments and take the STAMP proficiency assessment as part of a student’s final exam grade. Grade Level: 9-12 Prerequisite: None Teacher Recommendation Needed: No Minimum Credit: 1.0 Maximum Credit: 1.0 NCAA Approved: Yes
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G24H21 French I Honors - This course’s ACTFL Performance Goal of Intermediate Low means that by the end of the course students will understand and express herself and participate in simple
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G24H22 French II
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G24H22 French II Honors - This course’s ACTFL Performance Goal of Intermediate Mid means that by the end of the course students will understand main ideas and supporting facts in short passages on familiar topics, though students may need to read/hear complex passages more than once. Students will rely on context clues or prior knowledge to help them understand what they read/hear. Students will be able to maintain conversations about themselves and their lives. Students will also use language to express their own thoughts and get the things that they need while being able to connect some longer sentences together. Students will be able to ask and answer, as well as write a variety of questions well enough to accomplish what they need. Students will do all of this in a way that the teacher and others who are used to language learners easily understand what students are saying and writing. Students will investigate the products and practices of a culture to understand a culture’s unique perspectives so that students can interact with others in and from another culture. Students will participate in regular performance assessments and take the STAMP proficiency assessment as part of a student’s final exam grade. Grade Level: 9-12 Prerequisite: French 1 Teacher Recommendation Needed: Yes Minimum Credit: 1.0 Maximum Credit: 1.0 NCAA Approved: Yes
World Language
G24H23 French III Honors - This course’s ACTFL Performance Goal of Intermediate Mid means that by the end of the course students will be able to successfully handle a variety of uncomplicated communicative tasks in straightforward social situations. Conversation is limited to those predictable and concrete exchanges necessary for survival in the target culture. Students will be able to express personal meaning by creating with the language, in part by combining and recombining known elements and conversational input to produce responses typically consisting of sentences and some strings of sentences. Their language use is framed in the present time but may contain references to other time frames. Comprehension is most often accurate with highly familiar and predictable topics although misunderstandings may occur. Students will participate in regular performance assessments and take the STAMP proficiency assessment as part of a student’s final exam grade. Grade Level: 10-12 Prerequisite: French II Teacher
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G24H24 French IV Honors - This course’s ACTFL Performance Goal of Intermediate High means that by the end of the course students will be able to generally be understood by native speakers unaccustomed to dealing with non-natives. Intermediate High speakers can narrate and describe in all major time frames using connected discourse of paragraph length, but not all the time. Students will be able to successfully handle uncomplicated tasks and social situations requiring an exchange of basic information related to their work, school, recreation, particular interests, and areas of competence. Additionally, they will write compositions and simple summaries in different time frames when writing about everyday events and situations. These narrations and descriptions are often but not always paragraph length. Students will be able to understand, with ease and confidence, simple sentencelength speech in basic personal and social contexts. They will derive substantial meaning from some connected texts. Students will participate in regular performance assessments and take the STAMP proficiency assessment as part of a student’s final exam grade. Grade Level: 11-12 Prerequisite: French III Teacher Recommendation Needed: Yes Minimum Credit: 1.0 Maximum Credit: 1.0 NCAA Approved: Yes
World Language
G24H25 French Language and Culture AP - French Language and Culture AP is a college level course designed for students who have demonstrated a mastery of advanced conversation and language concepts. Students engage in activities that encourage the development of all four language skills (listening, speaking, reading and writing) through exposure to a variety of authentic text and audio sources based on the themes dictated by the College Board. All students will take the AP Exam. Students will participate in regular performance assessments. Grade Level: 11-12 Prerequisite: French III or French IV Teacher Recommendation Needed: Yes Minimum Credit: 1.0 Maximum Credit: 1.0 NCAA Approved: Yes EPSO: Yes
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G24HE4 IB French 1 SL/HL - This college-level course will develop in each student the ability to engage in meaningful communication in the French language. Grammar is taught in context to improve understanding and interaction. Developing proficiency in listening, reading, speaking, and writing is the primary goal. The student is immersed in the target language by interacting with the instructor, analyzing written material, and listening to a diverse range of authentic material.
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G24HE5 IB French 2 SL/HL - This college-level course will develop in each student the ability to engage in meaningful communication in the French language. Grammar is taught in context to improve understanding and interaction. Developing proficiency in listening, reading, speaking, and writing is the primary goal. The student is immersed in the target language by interacting with the instructor, analyzing written material, and listening to a diverse range of authentic material. Students will participate in regular performance assessments. Grade Level: 11-12 Prerequisite: French IV IB Teacher Recommendation Needed: Yes Minimum Credit: 1.0 Maximum Credit: 1.0 NCAA Approved: Yes EPSO: Yes
World Language
G24H29 German I - This course’s ACTFL Performance Goal of Novice High means that by the end of the course students will understand and express themselves in simple conversations on very familiar topics using a variety of words, phrases, very simple sentences and questions that have been highly practiced and memorized. Students will be able to handle very brief social interactions in everyday situations by asking and answering simple questions. Students will recognize pieces of information from texts and sometimes understand the main topic of what is read or said. Students will write and present short messages on familiar topics related to everyday life using practiced phrases and simple sentences. Students will explore the similarities and differences between American culture and the culture of the German-speaking world. Students will participate in regular performance assessments and take the STAMP proficiency assessment as part of a student’s final exam grade. Grade Level: 9-12 Prerequisite: None Teacher Recommendation Needed: No Minimum Credit: 1.0 Maximum Credit: 1.0 NCAA Approved: Yes
World Language
G24H29 German I Honors - This course’s ACTFL Performance Goal of Intermediate Low means that by the end of the course students will understand and express herself and participate in simple conversations on several familiar topics using short sentences. Students will be able to handle brief social interactions in everyday situations by asking and answering simple questions. Students will begin to communicate about self, others, and everyday life in familiar situations. Students will recognize the main idea from texts and understand the main topic of what is read or said. Students will write and present information on most familiar topics using a series of simple sentences. Students will explore the similarities and differences between American culture and the culture of the German-speaking world. Students will participate in regular performance assessments and take the STAMP proficiency assessment as part of a student’s final exam grade. Grade Level: 9-12 Prerequisite: None Teacher Recommendation Needed: Yes Minimum Credit: 1.0 Maximum Credit: 1.0 NCAA Approved: Yes
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G24H30 German II
World Language
G24H30 German II Honors - This course’s ACTFL Performance Goal of Intermediate Mid means that by the end of the course students will understand main ideas and supporting facts in short passages on familiar topics, though students may need to read/hear complex passages more than once.
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G24H31 German III Honors - This course’s ACTFL Performance Goal of Intermediate Mid means that by the end of the course students will be able to successfully handle a variety of uncomplicated communicative tasks in straightforward social situations. Conversation is limited to those predictable and concrete exchanges necessary for survival in the target culture. Students will be able to express personal meaning by creating with the language, in part by combining and recombining known elements and conversational input to produce responses typically consisting of sentences and some strings of sentences. Their language use is framed in the present time but may contain references to other time frames. Comprehension is most often accurate with highly familiar and predictable topics although misunderstandings may occur. Students will participate in regular performance assessments and take the STAMP proficiency assessment as part of a
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G24H33 German Language and Culture AP - German Language and Culture AP is a college level course designed for students who have demonstrated a mastery of advanced conversation and language concepts. Students engage in activities that encourage the development of all four language skills (listening, speaking, reading and writing) through exposure to a variety of authentic text and audio sources based on the themes dictated by the College Board. All students will take the AP Exam. Students will participate in regular performance assessments. Grade Level:11-12 Prerequisite: German III or German IV Teacher Recommendation Needed: Yes Minimum Credit:1.0 Maximum Credit: 1.0 NCAA Approved: Yes EPSO: Yes
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G24H13 Latin I - Latin I students are introduced to the principles of Latin grammar, basic vocabulary and English derivatives to build reading and writing proficiency. An emphasis is also placed on the study and understanding of Roman mythology, culture and history. Daily participation and study are required. Students will take the STAMP proficiency assessment as part of a student’s final exam grade. Grade Level: 9-12 Prerequisite: None Teacher Recommendation Needed: No Minimum Credit: 1.0 Maximum Credit: 1.0 NCAA Approved: Yes
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G24H13 Latin I Honors - Latin I students are introduced to the principles of Latin grammar, basic vocabulary and English derivatives to build reading and writing proficiency. Emphasis is placed on the study and understanding of Roman mythology, culture and history, as well as exploring Latin’s connections to modern languages. Daily participation and study are required. Students will complete an Honors Portfolio each quarter to meet TN standards for honors level courses. Students will participate in regular performance assessments and take the STAMP proficiency assessment as part of a student’s final exam grade. Grade Level: 9-12 Prerequisite: None Teacher Recommendation Needed: Yes Minimum Credit:1.0 Maximum Credit: 1.0 NCAA Approved: Yes
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G24H14 Latin II - Latin II continues the study of the principles of Latin grammar, vocabulary expansion and English derivatives to build reading and writing proficiency. The course includes exposure to Latin prose authors and poets, with an increasing emphasis on Roman culture and history as to the influence of classical civilizations on the modern world. Students will take the STAMP proficiency assessment as part of a student’s final exam grade. Grade Level: 9-12 Prerequisite: Latin I Teacher Recommendation Needed: No Minimum Credit: 1.0 Maximum Credit:1.0 NCAA Approved: Yes
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G24H14 Latin II Honors - Latin II continues the study of the principles of Latin grammar, vocabulary and English derivatives to build reading and writing proficiency. The course includes more exposure to Latin prose authors and poets, with an increasing emphasis on Roman culture and history as to the influence of classical civilizations on the modern world. Daily participation and study are required.
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G24H15 Latin III Honors - In Latin III, students apply the grammar and syntax they have learned in previous levels to the translation of ancient Roman writers, including Caesar, Cicero, and Ovid. Students
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G24H17 Latin AP - Latin AP is a college level course designed for students who have demonstrated a mastery of advanced language concepts. Students encounter a variety of authentic text sources based on the themes dictated by the College Board. All students will take the AP Exam. Students will participate in regular performance assessments. Grade Level: 11-12 Prerequisite: Latin III Teacher Recommendation Needed: Yes Minimum Credit: 1.0 Maximum Credit:1.0 NCAA Approved: Yes EPSO: Yes
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G24H04 Spanish I - This course’s ACTFL Performance Goal of Novice High means that by the end of the course students will understand and express themselves in simple conversations on very familiar topics using a variety of words, phrases, very simple sentences and questions that have been highly practiced and memorized. Students will be able to handle very brief social interactions in everyday situations by asking and answering simple questions. Students will recognize pieces of information from texts and sometimes understand the main topic of what is read or said. Students will write and present short messages on familiar topics related to everyday life using practiced phrases and simple sentences. Students will explore the similarities and differences between American culture and the culture of the Spanish-speaking world. Students will participate in regular performance assessments and take the STAMP proficiency assessment as part of a student’s final exam grade. Grade Level: 9-12 Prerequisite: None Teacher Recommendation Needed: No Minimum Credit: 1.0 Maximum Credit: 1.0 NCAA Approved: Yes
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G24H04 Spanish I Honors - This course’s ACTFL Performance Goal of Intermediate Low means that by the end of the course students will understand and express herself and participate in simple conversations on several familiar topics using short sentences. Students will be able to handle brief social interactions in everyday situations by asking and answering simple questions. Students will begin to communicate about self, others, and everyday life in familiar situations. Students will recognize the main idea from texts and understand the main topic of what is read or said. Students will write and present information on most familiar topics using a series of simple sentences. Students will explore the similarities and differences between American culture and the culture of the Spanish-speaking world. Students will participate in regular performance assessments and take the STAMP proficiency assessment as part of a student’s final exam grade. Grade Level: 9-12 Prerequisite: None Teacher Recommendation Needed: Yes Minimum Credit: 1.0 Maximum Credit:1.0 NCAA Approved: Yes
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G24H60 Spanish for Heritage Speakers I/Español para Hispanohablantes I - Esta clase está diseñada para estudiantes cuya lengua materna es el español. El estudiante desarrollará su aptitud del hablar, el escuchar, la lectura y la escritura en español a través del estudio de la historia, cultura y literatura de los países latinos. Esta clase le da la oportunidad de estudiar el idioma español en la misma manera que los anglohablantes estudian inglés.
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G24H05 Spanish II
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G24H05 Spanish II Honors - This course’s ACTFL Performance Goal of Intermediate Mid means that by the end of the course students will understand main ideas and supporting facts in short passages on familiar topics, though students may need to read/hear complex passages more than once.
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G24H61 Spanish for Heritage Speakers II/Español para Hispanohablantes II - Esta clase está diseñada para estudiantes cuya lengua materna es el español. El estudiante desarrollará una aplicación y práctica más profunda y elaborada del hablar, el escuchar, la lectura y la escritura en español a través del estudio de la historia, cultura y literatura de los países latinos. Esta clase le da la oportunidad de estudiar el idioma español en la misma manera que los anglohablantes estudian inglés.
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G24H06 Spanish III - This course’s ACTFL Performance Goal of Intermediate Mid means that by the end of the course students will be able to handle some uncomplicated communicative tasks in straightforward social situations. Conversation is limited to those predictable and concrete exchanges necessary for survival in the target culture. Students will be able to express personal meaning by creating with the language, in part by combining and recombining known elements and conversational input to produce responses typically consisting of sentences and some strings of sentences. Their language use is framed in present time but may contain references to other time frames.
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G24H06 Spanish III Honors - This course’s ACTFL Performance Goal of Intermediate Mid means that by the end of the course students will be able to successfully handle a variety of uncomplicated communicative tasks in straightforward social situations. Conversation is limited to those predictable and concrete exchanges necessary for survival in the target culture. Students will be able to express personal meaning by creating with the language, in part by combining and recombining known elements and conversational input to produce responses typically consisting of sentences and some strings of
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G24H07 Spanish IV Honors - This course’s ACTFL Performance Goal of Intermediate High means that by the end of the course students will be able to generally be understood by native speakers unaccustomed to dealing with non-natives. Intermediate High speakers can narrate and describe in all major time frames using connected discourse of paragraph length, but not all the time. Students will be able to successfully handle uncomplicated tasks and social situations requiring an exchange of basic information related to their work, school, recreation, particular interests, and areas of competence. Additionally, they will write compositions and simple summaries in different time frames when writing about everyday events and situations. These narrations and descriptions are often but not always paragraph length. Students will be able to understand, with ease and confidence, simple sentencelength speech in basic personal and social contexts. They will derive substantial meaning from some connected texts. Students will participate in regular performance assessments and take the STAMP proficiency assessment as part of a student’s final exam grade. Grade Level:11-12 Prerequisite: Spanish III Teacher Recommendation Needed: Yes Minimum Credit: 1.0 Maximum Credit:1.0 NCAA Approved: Yes
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G24H08 Spanish Language and Culture AP - Spanish Language and Culture AP is a college level course designed for students who have demonstrated a mastery of advanced conversation and language concepts. Students engage in activities that encourage the development of all four language skills (listening, speaking, reading and writing) through exposure to a variety of authentic text and audio sources based on the themes dictated by the College Board. All students will take the AP Exam. Students will participate in regular performance assessments. Grade Level:11-12 Prerequisite: Spanish III or Spanish IV Teacher Recommendation Needed: Yes Minimum Credit: 1.0 Maximum Credit:1.0 NCAA Approved: Yes EPSO: Yes
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G24H09 Spanish Literature and Culture AP - Spanish Literature and Culture AP is a college $\\mathrm { l e v } \_ { 5 } \\mathrm { e } \_ { 2 } 1$ course designed for students who have demonstrated a mastery of advanced conversation and language concepts. Students engage in activities that encourage the development of all four language skills (listening, speaking, reading and writing) through exposure to a variety of authentic text and audio sources based on the themes dictated by the College Board. All students will take the AP Exam. Students will participate in regular performance assessments. Grade Level:11-12 Prerequisite: Spanish III or Spanish IV Teacher Recommendation Needed: Yes Minimum Credit: 1.0 Maximum Credit:1.0 NCAA Approved: Yes EPSO: Yes
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G24HG5 IB Spanish 1 SL/HL - This college-level course will develop in each student the ability to engage in meaningful communication in the Spanish language. Grammar is taught in context to improve understanding and interaction. Developing proficiency in listening, reading, speaking, and writing is the primary goal. The student is immersed in the target language by interacting with the instructor, analyzing written material, and listening to a diverse range of authentic material. Students will participate in regular performance assessments. Grade Level: 11-12 Prerequisite: Spanish III Honors Teacher Recommendation Needed: Yes Minimum Credit: 1.0 Maximum Credit:1.0 NCAA Approved: Yes EPSO: Yes
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G24HG6 IB Spanish 2 SL/HL - This college-level course will develop in each student the ability to engage in meaningful communication in the Spanish language. Grammar is taught in context to improve understanding and interaction. Developing proficiency in listening, reading, speaking, and writing is the primary goal. The student is immersed in the target language by interacting with the instructor, analyzing written material, and listening to a diverse range of authentic material. Students will participate in regular performance assessments. Grade Level: 11-12 Prerequisite: IB Spanish 1 Teacher Recommendation Needed: Yes Minimum Credit: 1.0 Maximum Credit: 1.0 NCAA Approved: Yes EPSO: Yes
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G24HF4 IB Language B Spanish Ab Initio I SL - Spanish IB ab initio I is the first year of a two-year language acquisition course for junior IB candidates having little or no experience with the Spanish language. Students develop functional literacy in the language as well as their appreciation for cultural diversity in general and for the cultural riches in Spanish-speaking societies in particular. The course is designed around three main areas: language, texts, and cultural awareness. Within language, attention is given to the four primary language skills (listening, speaking, reading and writing); accuracy and fluency; and the areas of vocabulary, grammar, pronunciation, and intonation. The variety of texts, spoken and written, is adapted to suit the needs of intermediate students. Students will participate in regular performance assessments. Grade Level: 9-12 Prerequisite: None Teacher Recommendation Needed: Yes Minimum Credit:1.0 Maximum Credit:1.0 NCAA Approved: No EPSO: Yes
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G24H01 American Sign Language II: Online course. Students will build on their core knowledge of American Sign Language by learning additional sign vocabulary, more complex grammatical structures, and basic ASL classifiers that will allow them to move from signing concrete concepts to those that are more abstract. Students will be able to communicate more effectively about themselves and the world around them through increased receptive and expressive language skills. They will also 53
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G08H02 Lifetime Wellness - This course is required for graduation and recommended for grade 9. Lifetime Wellness is a course that develops positive concepts toward an active, healthy lifestyle. Physical fitness activities such as aerobics, line-dancing, volleyball, badminton, table tennis, basketball, indoor/outdoor fitness games, etc. comprise units in the class structure. Classroom units covering disease prevention, mental health, stress management, nutrition, drug/alcohol/ tobacco prevention, first aid/CPR, and human growth and development are included in this course. Grade Level: 9-12 Prerequisite: None Teacher Recommendation Needed: No Minimum Credit:1.0 Maximum Credit:1.0 NCAA Approved: No
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G08H00 Physical Education I - This course is designed to introduce the students to the fundamentals of specific individual and team sports which include skills, rules, and game strategy. There will also be noncompetitive, educational gymnastics, dance, weightlifting, aerobics, and anaerobic training. Grade Level:9- 12 Prerequisite: None Teacher Recommendation Needed: No Minimum Credit:1.0 Maximum Credit:1.0 NCAA Approved: No
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G08H01 Physical Education II
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Y08H11 Weights and Kinesiology I - The course includes intense weight training at a high tempo that will progressively increase difficulty. Included in this class will be power training exercises, stretching, calisthenics, running for speed development, stations to develop quickness, and plyometrics. Proper techniques and safety will be emphasized to prevent injuries. The course will also teach the location and movement provided by the major muscle groups. Grade Level: 9-12 Prerequisite: None Teacher Recommendation Needed: No Minimum Credit: 0.5 Maximum Credit: 1.0 NCAA Approved: No
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Y08H12 Weights and Kinesiology II
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G08H04 JROTC I (Leadership Education and Training I)
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G08H05 JROTC II (Leadership Education and Training II)
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G08H06 JROTC III (Leadership Education and Training III)
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G08H07 JROTC IV (Leadership Education and Training IV) - Leadership Education and Training IV - JROTC is advanced instruction in the role of the Army in support of national objectives. Seniors are encouraged to develop their leadership and managerial skills, written communications techniques, human relations skills, and oral communications abilities. Grade Level: 12 Prerequisite: JROTC I, II and III Teacher Recommendation Needed: Yes Minimum Credit: 1.0 Maximum Credit: 1.0 NCAA Approved: No
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G05H20 Introduction to Dance Techniques - This course is an initial exploration of techniques and theoretical concepts used in various dance styles. It includes developing and/or increasing awareness of proper body alignment, balance and coordination within the context of various musical meters. Basic positions and fundamental barre exercises are emphasized. The dance vocabulary is used for a thorough understanding of all terms and positions of the body. Basic step combinations in the center of the floor are introduced. After-school and/or evening rehearsals and performances may be required.
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G05H21 Intermediate Dance - This class is a continuing exploration of techniques and theoretical concepts of various dance styles, with emphasis on precision of line and exactness of movement. Introduction of pointe work is introduced, if appropriate. After- school and/or evening rehearsals and performances may be required. Grade Level: 9-12 Prerequisite: Introduction to Dance or audition Teacher Recommendation Needed: Yes Minimum Credit: 0.5 Maximum Credit:3.0 NCAA Approved: No
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G05H22 Advanced Dance - The emphasis in this course is on the development of strength and form for quickness of body and mind coordination. The application of phrasing and the quality of movement is stressed. Center practice will include balance, jumps, leaps, extensions and turns, with the emphasis on exactness and precision of line. After-school and/or evening rehearsals and performances may be required. Grade Level: 9-12 Prerequisite: Intermediate Dance or audition Teacher Recommendation Needed: Yes Minimum Credit: 0.5 Maximum Credit: 3.0 NCAA Approved: No
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G05H23 Dance IV
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G05H73 IB Dance SL/HL- The IB DP dance course takes a holistic approach to dance and embraces a variety of dance traditions and dance cultures—past, present and looking towards the future. Performance, creative and analytical skills are mutually developed and valued whether the students are writing papers or creating/performing dances. The curriculum provides students with a liberal arts orientation to dance. This orientation facilitates the development of students who may become choreographers, dance scholars, performers or those, more broadly, who seek life enrichment through dance. Grade Level: 11-12 Prerequisite: Intermediate Dance or audition Teacher Recommendation Needed: Yes Minimum Credit:1.0 Maximum Credit 2.0 NCAA Approved: No EPSO: Yes
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G05H05 Media Arts I- In this course, students will learn to integrate traditional art forms through the integration of technology. They will develop both their artistic abilities and technology skills. This course will focus on foundational technical and expressive skills and understanding in media arts necessary to solve assigned problems or prepare assigned repertoire for presentation. They will understand media arts to be an important form of personal realization and well-being and make connections between media arts, history, culture, and other learning. Grade Level: 9-12 Prerequisite: None Teacher Recommendation Needed: No Minimum Credit: 0.5 Maximum Credit: 1.0 NCAA Approved: No
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G05H06 Media Arts II- In this course, students will identify and solve media arts problems based on their interests or for a particular purpose. They will conduct research to inform artistic decisions and create and refine media arts productions that demonstrate technical proficiency, personal communication, and expression. They will use media arts for personal realization and well-being and have the necessary skills for participation in media arts beyond the school environment. Grade Level:10-12 Prerequisite Course: Media Arts I Teacher Recommendation Needed: Yes Minimum Credit:0.5 Maximum Credit:1.0 NCAA Approved: No
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G05H07 Media Arts III- In this course, students will independently identify challenging media arts problems based on their interests or specific purposes and bring creativity and insight to finding artistic solutions. Students will become adept in using at least one art form as an effective avenue for personal communication, demonstrating a higher level of technical and expressive proficiency characteristic of honors or college level work. They will develop their personal strengths and apply strategies to overcome personal challenges as media arts learners. They will become capable of taking a leadership role in arts activities within and beyond the school environment. Grade Level: 11-12 Prerequisite Course: Media Arts I -II Teacher Recommendation Needed: Yes Minimum Credit:0.5 Maximum Credit:1.0 NCAA Approved: No
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G05H08 Visual Art I - This elective course offers students studio experience in drawing, painting5,6and two- and three-dimensional design with an emphasis on art elements. It is based on the National Standards for Art Education: understanding and applying media, techniques and processes; using knowledge of structures and functions; choosing and evaluating a range of subject matter, symbols and ideas; understanding the visual arts in relation to history and cultures; reflecting upon and assessing the characteristics and merits of their work and the work of others; and making connections between visual arts and other disciplines. Grade Level: 9-12 Prerequisite: None Teacher Recommendation Needed: No Minimum Credit: 1.0 Maximum Credit:1.0 NCAA Approved: No
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G05H09 Visual Art II: 3D - Students will focus their art studies on 3-dimensional media. Students will create both functional and decorative pieces. Projects may also include (but are not limited to) ceramics, plaster, plaster craft, wire, assemblage, kinetic sculpture, recycled materials, mosaic, wood carving, and relief sculpture. Art History, note taking, reading, writing, art criticism, and maintaining a productive sketchbook are also part of the curriculum. Grade Level: 9-12 Prerequisite: Visual Art I (Students may bypass the Visual Art I pre-requisite upon review of a portfolio by the teacher) Teacher Recommendation Needed: No Minimum Credit: 1.0 Maximum Credit: 1.0 NCAA Approved: No
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G05H10 Visual Art III: 2D - Students will continue their study of and refine their skills in observational drawing and painting, while also creating prints and mixed media works. Independent study will become more critical during the second semester, as students prepare for AP Studio Art. Art History, note taking, reading writing, art criticism, and maintaining a productive sketchbook are also part of the curriculum. Grade Level: 10-12 Prerequisite: Visual Art I and Visual Art II: 2D Teacher Recommendation Needed: No Minimum Credit: 1.0 Maximum Credit: 1.0 NCAA Approved: No
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G05H10 Visual Art III: 2D Honors - Students will continue their study of and refine their skills in observational drawing and painting, while also creating prints and mixed media works. Independent study will become more critical during the second semester, as students prepare for AP Studio Art. Art History, notetaking, reading, writing, art criticism, and maintaining a productive sketchbook are also part of the curriculum. The honors curriculum requires a higher proficiency in art creation and significant independent study. As part of the Honors requirement, students must complete an Honors Portfolio component each quarter which may involve complex problem-solving, research involving reading/writing, investigations and explorations, advanced use of technology, and making connections within the discipline and to the workplace. Grade Level: 10-12 Prerequisite: Visual Art I and Visual Art II: 2D Teacher Recommendation Needed: No Minimum Credit: 1.0 Maximum Credit: 1.0 NCAA Approved: No
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G05H10 Visual Art III: 3D - Students will continue their study of and refine their skills in ceramics and sculpture. Independent study will become more critical during the second semester, as students prepare for AP Studio Art. Art History, note taking, reading, writing, art criticism, and maintaining a productive sketchbook are also part of the curriculum. Grade Level: 10-12 Prerequisite: Visual Art I and Visual Art II: 3D Teacher Recommendation Needed: No Minimum Credit: 1.0 Maximum Credit:1.0 NCAA Approved: No
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G05H10 Visual Art III: 3D Honors - Students will continue their study of and refine their skills in ceramics and sculpture. Independent study will become more critical during the second semester, as students prepare for AP Studio Art. Art History, note taking, reading, writing, art criticism, and maintaining aa productive sketchbook are also part of the curriculum. The honors curriculum requires a higher proficiency in art creation and significant independent study. Students will engage in research and critical writing. As part of the Honors requirement, students must complete an Honors Portfolio component each quarter which may involve complex problem-solving, research involving reading/writing, investigations and explorations, advanced use of technology, and making connections within the discipline and to the workplace. Grade Level: 10-12 Prerequisite: Visual Art I and Visual Art II: 3D Teacher Recommendation Needed: No Minimum Credit: 1.0 Maximum Credit: 1.0 NCAA Approved: No
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G05H24 Studio Art Drawing AP - The AP Studio Art program is for highly motivated students who are ready for the challenge of college-level work. Pencil, charcoal, conte, colored pencil, oil pastel, ink, and paint are some examples of media which may be explored. As part of the curriculum, extra studio hours
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G05H29 Studio Art 3D Design AP - The AP Studio Art program is for highly motivated students who are ready for the challenge of college-level work. Ceramics, metal work, plaster, fiber arts, and assemblage are some examples of media which may be explored. As part of the curriculum, extra studio hours outside of the school day are required. Students must complete a portfolio of work with no less than 24 high quality pieces. This portfolio is evaluated and scored by national AP examiners in May. The scope of the course follows the topics listed in the College Board Advanced Placement Course Description. Successful completion of this course will prepare students to take the AP exam with the possibility of earning college credit. Grade Level: 11-12 Prerequisite: Visual Art I-III 3D (students may bypass the Visual Art III prerequisite with teacher approval) Teacher Recommendation Needed: Yes Minimum Credit: 1.0 Maximum Credit: 1.0 NCAA Approved: No EPSO: Yes
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G05H46 IB Visual Art SL- The course encourages students to challenge their own creative and cultural expectations and boundaries. They will develop analytical skills in problem-solving and divergent thinking, while working towards technical proficiency and confidence as art-makers. In addition to exploring and comparing visual arts from different perspectives and in different contexts, students are expected to engage in, experiment with and critically reflect upon a wide range of contemporary practices and media. Grade Level: 9- 12 Prerequisite: None Teacher Recommendation Needed: Yes Minimum Credit: 0.5 Maximum Credit:1.0 NCAA Approved: No EPSO:Yes
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G05H28 IB Visual Art II HL In this more advanced level of IB Visual Arts, students will deepen their ability to explore and experiment with a variety of contemporary art mediums as they refine their artistic abilities. This course is designed for students who want to go on to study visual arts in higher education as well as for those who are seeking lifelong enrichment through visual arts. Grade Level:10-12 Prerequisite: Visual Art I or Visual Art SL Teacher Recommendation Needed: Yes Minimum Credit: 1.0 Maximum Credit: 1.0 NCAA Approved: No EPSO: Yes
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G05H25 AP Art History - AP Art History is a college-level course which strives to develop in students an understanding and knowledge of the diverse historical and cultural contexts of art and architecture. Instruction focuses on visual analysis; however, students will read regularly from the assigned
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G05X14 Multi-Age Instrumental Music (Band/Orchestra) - Multi-age instrumental music classes are band, strings and orchestra classes offered in $9 ^ { \\mathrm { t h } } { - } 1 2 ^ { \\mathrm { t h } }$ grade. Students will learn technical skills on a selected instrument, music theory and history as well as participating in public performances throughout the year. Specific courses vary from school to school based on student enrollment. Examples include, but are not limited to symphonic band, concert band, wind ensemble, percussion, orchestra, guitar and piano. Some classes may include a prerequisite, teacher recommendation and/or audition. Grade Level: 9-12 Prerequisite: Course Dependent Teacher Recommendation Needed: Course Dependent Minimum Credit: 1.0 Maximum Credit: 4.0 NCAA Approved: No
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G05X14 Multi-Age Instrumental Music (Band/Orchestra) Honors - Honors instrumental music classes, top performing band, strings, and orchestra classes are offered in $9 ^ { \\mathrm { t h } } { - } 1 2 ^ { \\mathrm { t h } }$ grade. Students will study traditional band or orchestra instruments at a high level. They will learn music theory and history as applied to the music being studied as well as participating in several public performances throughout the year. Students will be expected to perform in large and small ensembles. Students will be expected to learn chamber or solo music independently. Expect commitment outside of class time to practice and performance. The course is by audition and teacher recommendation only. Grade Level: 9-12 Prerequisite: Course Dependent Teacher Recommendation Needed: Course Dependent Minimum Credit: 1.0 Maximum Credit: 4.0 NCAA Approved: No
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G05H44 Music Theory Grades 9-12- This course is for students with a particular interest and aptitude in music. Emphasis is on an in-depth study of music fundamentals through ear training and reading and writing music. Musical analysis as well as simple rhythmic, melodic, and harmonic dictation will be explored. Grade Level: 9-12 Prerequisite Course: None Teacher Recommendation Needed: No Minimum Credit: 0.5 Maximum Credit: 1.0 NCAA Approved: No
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G05H26 Music Theory AP - This course is designed for music students who are interested in pursuing a career in music and/or majoring in music. The course will include the study of music vocabulary, chord structure, key signatures, harmony, complex rhythms and other music reading skills in preparation for college music theory. This music theory course will also emphasize the students’ development in the areas of sight singing and ear training. Students will be learning skills that are taught at a college freshman level of music theory. It is strongly recommended that students have a basic understanding of traditional music notation in treble and bass clef before beginning this course. Knowledge of major scales and key signatures is preferred. The scope of the course follows the topics listed in the College Board Advanced Placement Course Description. Successful completion of this course will prepare students to take the AP exam with the possibility of earning college credit. Grade Level:11-12 Prerequisite: None Teacher Recommendation Needed: Yes Minimum Credit:1.0 Maximum Credit:1.0 NCAA Approved: No EPSO: Yes
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G05H12 IB Music SL- Students IB Music are required to study musical perception and actively listen to a wide range of music from different parts of the world, musical cultures and time periods. They also develop aural perception and understanding of music by learning about musical elements, including form and structure, notations, musical terminology and context. Through this course, students become aware of how musicians work and communicate. Grade Level: 9-12 Prerequisite: None Teacher Recommendation Needed: No Minimum Credit: 1.0 Maximum Credit: 1.0 NCAA Approved: No EPSO: Yes
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Y05H21 Commercial Music Honors- This course will teach students the processes of notating and performing modern and career applicable music, commonly found in the music industry. Students will learn how to use their instruments (voice, guitar, winds, percussion, etc.) to perform in the various musical styles of popular culture. They will learn the basic skills required to competently rehearse and perform in commercial music settings. These skills include music theory and musical aural skills.
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G05X12 Multi-Age Vocal Music (Chorus/Choir) - Multi-age vocal music classes are traditional choral ensembles offered in $9 \\mathrm { t h } \_ { - } 1 2 \\mathrm { t h }$ grade. Students will study proper vocal techniques and choral singing, music theory and history as well as participating in public performances throughout the year. Specific courses vary from school to school based on student enrollment. Examples include, but are not limited to: Concert Choir, Men’s Choir, Women’s Choir, Chamber Choir and Jazz Choir. Some classes may include a prerequisite, teacher recommendation, and/or audition. Grade Level: 9- 12 Prerequisite: Course Dependent Teacher Recommendation Needed: Course Dependent Minimum Credit:1.0 Maximum Credit: 4.0 NCAA Approved: No
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G05X12 Multi-Age Vocal Music (Chorus/Choir) Honors - Honors vocal music classes are traditional choral ensembles offered in $9 ^ { \\mathrm { t h } } - 1 2 ^ { \\mathrm { t h } }$ grade. Students will study advanced vocal techniques and choral singing. They will learn music theory and history as applied to the music being studied as well as participating in several public performances throughout the year. Students will be expected to perform in large and small ensembles. Students will be expected to learn chamber or solo music independently. Expect commitment outside of class time to practice and performance. The course is by audition and teacher recommendation only. Teacher
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G05H16 Theater Arts I - This course is an overview of all aspects of theatre. Students will study both performance and non-performance facets of theatre including theater terminology, introductory theatre history, fundamentals of acting, and acting styles. Students will gain experience in speaking and acting. Time outside of class is required to fulfill the obligations of this course. Grade Level: 9-12
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G05H17 Theater Arts II - In this course, students will focus on the history of theatre and a more indepth acting experience. They will study and perform one-act plays, as well as various scenes from the different historical genres. The course will emphasize the process of acting: auditions, rehearsals, relaxation techniques, dialogue, character analysis, and the production process. Time outside of class is required to fulfill the obligations of this course. Grade Level: 10-12 Prerequisite: Theater I Teacher Recommendation Needed: Yes Minimum Credit: 1.0 Maximum Credit: 1.0 NCAA Approved: No
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G05H18 Theater Arts III - In this course, students will study more in depth the various acting techniques and exercises available to professional actors. Students will take a more involved role in production with attention to directing, theatre safety, polishing acting skills, resumes, and all of the other aspects of theatre that support a full-scale performance. Considerable time outside of class is required to fulfill the obligations of this course. Grade Level: 11-12 Prerequisite: Theater I and Theater II Teacher Recommendation Needed: Yes Minimum Credit: 1.0 Maximum Credit: 1.0 NCAA Approved: No
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G05H19 Theater IV - Theatre IV is designed as preparation for students who are seriously considering a post- secondary study of theatre or a career involving theatre. Students will have intense training in play analysis and do in-depth study of theatre. They will assume leadership in directing and responsibility for technical and production aspects of theatre in presentations. Considerable time outside of class is required to fulfill the obligations of this course. Grade Level: 12 Prerequisite: Theater I, II, and III Teacher Recommendation Needed: Yes Minimum Credit: 1.0 Maximum Credit: 1.0 NCAA Approved: No
Fine Arts
Y05H22 Theater Arts Production (Special Course) - This advanced course involves detailed aspects of theatre design and management. The students will study the basics in drafting floor plans and elevations, lighting and audio design, set construction and other technical elements needed to mount production. Steps are taken to formulate a detailed design for a play and implement a management plan for running a show. Students will apply concepts and skills acquired to all school productions and events; therefore, this course will require hours outside the classroom. Grade Level:10-12
Fine Arts
Advanced Manufacturing
C13H16 Mechatronics I - Mechatronics I is an applied course in the manufacturing cluster for students interested in learning more about careers as a mechatronics technician, maintenance technician, electromechanical technician, and manufacturing engineer. This first of two courses covers basic electrical and mechanical components of mechatronics systems as well as their combined uses with instrument controls and embedded software designs. Upon completion of this course, proficient students can describe and explain basic functions of physical properties and electrical components within a mechatronic system. They can logically trace the flow of energy through a mechatronic system and can communicate this process to others. They know how to effectively use technical documentation such as data sheets, schematics, timing diagrams, and system specifications to troubleshoot basic problems with equipment. Finally, they develop strategies to identify, localize, and correct malfunctioning components and equipment. Grade Level: 10-12 Recommended Prerequisite: Digital Electronics Teacher Recommendation Needed: No Minimum Credit: 1.0 Maximum Credit: 1.0 NCAA Approved: No
Advanced Manufacturing
C13H17 Mechatronics II - Mechatronics II is an advanced course in the manufacturing career cluster for students interested in learning more about such careers as mechatronics technician, maintenance technician, or electromechanical technician. Following the groundwork of mechanics and electronics laid in Mechatronics I, this course covers basics of pneumatic, electro pneumatic, and hydraulic control circuits in a complex mechatronic system. In addition, the course addresses basic digital logic and programmable logic controllers (PLCs) employed in the mechanical, electronic, and control systems in a mechatronics system. Upon completion of this course, proficient students can explain the inter - relationships of components and modules within a complex mechatronic system. They understand the differences between hydraulic and pneumatic fluid power and can explain the scientific principles that apply. They also use technical documentation (such as datasheets, circuit diagrams, displacement step diagrams, timing diagrams, and function charts) to troubleshoot and resolve the malfunctioning pneumatic and hydraulic components and circuits. They demonstrate understanding of the role of programmable logic controllers (PLC) in mechatronic systems and the ability to write, debug, and run basic ladder logic. Grade Level: 11- 12 Recommended Prerequisite: Mechatronics I Teacher Recommendation Needed: No Minimum Credit: 1.0 Maximum Credit: 2.0 NCAA Approved: No
Advanced Manufacturing
C13H08 Advanced Manufacturing Practicum - Manufacturing Practicum is a capstone course intended to provide students with the opportunity to apply the skills and knowledge learned in previous Advanced Manufacturing courses within a professional, working environment. While continuing to add to their technical skill sets, students in this course assume increasing responsibility for overseeing manufacturing processes and managing complex projects. Specifically, proficient students will be able to work in teams to plan the production of a sophisticated product; develop troubleshooting and problem-solving mechanisms to ensure that projects run smoothly; analyze output and compile professional reports; and connect practicum activities to career and postsecondary opportunities. Grade Level: 11-12 Recommended Prerequisite: Mechatronics II Teacher Recommendation Needed: No Minimum Credit: 1.0 Maximum Credit: 2.0 NCAA Approved: No
Advanced Manufacturing
Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources
C18H17 Greenhouse Management - This course is designed to prepare a student to manage a greenhouse operation. Students in this class will learn to produce various ornamental crops as well as food crops. An understanding of structures, crop selection, and growing systems will be explored. As populations continue to expand, the importance of food production in a climate-controlled environment increase. Today’s agriculture students are preparing to meet the needs of a growing world. Grade Level:
Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources
C18H16 Landscaping and Turf Science - Landscaping and Turf Management includes standards to prepare students for creating beautiful environments for homes and businesses. This course includes site analysis and preparation, landscape drawing, plant selection, and installation. The maintenance of healthy attractive landscapes and turf areas will be emphasized. With the increase of urban sprawl these career opportunities are increasing daily. Plant science and leadership skills taught in this class will prepare students to meet the demands of this exciting industry. Grade Level: 10-12 Prerequisite: Agriscience Teacher Recommendation Needed: No Minimum Credit: 0.5 Maximum Credit: 1.0 NCAA Approved: No
Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources
C18H30 Principles of Plant Science and Hydroculture - Principles of Plant Science and Hydroculture focuses on essential knowledge and skills related to the science of plant growth. This course covers principles of plant health, growth, reproduction, and biotechnology, as well as fundamental principles of hydroponics and aquaponics. Grade Level: 10-12 Prerequisite: Agriscience Teacher Recommendation Needed: No Minimum Credit: 1.0 Maximum Credit: 1.0 NCAA Approved: No
Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources
C18H20 Small Animal Science Technologies - Small Animal Science contains objectives to prepare students for careers in managing and caring for specialty and companion animals. As our population raises more specialty and companion animals for production purposes and personal value, careers that work with these animals in a safe environment will continue to expand. Grade Level: 10-12 Prerequisite: Agriscience Teacher Recommendation Needed: No Minimum Credit: 1.0 Maximum Credit: 1.0 NCAA Approved: No
Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources
C18H27 Large Animal Science Technologies- Large Animal Science is an applied course in veterinary and animal science for students interested in learning more about becoming a veterinarian, vet tech, vet assistant, or pursuing a variety of scientific, health, or agriculture professions. This course covers anatomy and physiological systems of different groups of large animals, as well as careers, leadership, and history of the
Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources
C18H21 Veterinary Science Technologies - Veterinary Science challenges students to use advanced technologies and medical treatments to maintain the health of animals. The animal health industry continues to grow in importance and prominence as more people purchase animals for pleasure and sustenance. Grade Level: 11-12 Prerequisite: Agriscience and Small Animal Science or Large Animal Science Teacher Recommendation Needed: No Minimum Credit: 1.0 Maximum Credit: 1.0 NCAA Approved: No
Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources
C18H11 Agribusiness and Finance: Agricultural Business and Finance is an applied course that addresses the economic and business principles necessary to operate a successful agribusiness. The course covers a wide range of topics in business, finance, economics, and management. Upon completion of this course, proficient students will have learned to apply the principles drawn from these topics toward activities that support their own business aspirations in the agriculture industry. Agricultural Business and Finance is a dual credit course with statewide articulation. Can substitute as Economics credit and a personal finance credit. Grade Level: 10- 12 Prerequisite: Agriscience Teacher Recommendation Required: No Minimum Credit:1.0 Maximum Credit 1:0 NCAA Approved: No
Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources
Architecture and Construction
C17H26 Structural Systems I - Structural Systems I will prepare students for careers in residential and commercial carpentry. Upon completion of this course, proficient students will be able to demonstrate knowledge and skill in framing buildings. Students will be able to frame floors, walls, ceilings, roofs, and stairs while safely employing tools and interpreting construction drawings to complete projects. Emphasis is placed on demonstrating proper measurement and application of mathematical concepts. Standards in this course also include principles of the construction industry and business and project management. Students will continue compiling artifacts for inclusion in their portfolios, which they will carry with them throughout the full sequence of courses in this program of study. Grade Level: 10-12 Prerequisite: Fundamentals of Construction Teacher Recommendation Needed: No Minimum Credit: 1.0 Maximum Credit: 2.0 NCAA Approved: No
Architecture and Construction
C17H27 Structural Systems II - Structural Systems II is an advanced-level course that builds on the introductory skills learned in the Fundamentals of Construction and Structural Systems I course. This course will explore advanced framing, the physics of structural loads, and the coverings and finishes of structural systems. Upon completion of this course, proficient students will be able to install interior and exterior finishing, including roofing, siding, thermal and moisture protection components, drywall, doors, and trim. Throughout the course, students will interpret construction drawings to complete projects, implementing material estimating procedures and safe working practices. Standards in this course also expand on principles of the construction industry and delve deeper into business and project management strategies. Students will continue compiling artifacts for inclusion in their portfolios, which they will carry with them throughout the full sequence of courses in this program of study. Grade Level: 11-12 Prerequisite: Fundamentals of Construction and Structural Systems I Teacher Recommendation Needed: No Minimum Credit: 1.0 Maximum Credit: 2.0 NCAA Approved: No
Architecture and Construction
C17H22 Construction Practicum - Construction Practicum is a capstone course intended to provide students with the opportunity to apply the skills and knowledge learned in previous Architecture and Construction courses within a professional, working environment. In addition to developing an understanding of the professional and ethical issues encountered by tradesmen and contractors in the workplace, students learn to refine their skills in problem solving, communication, teamwork, and project management in the completion of a course-long project. Due to the importance of on-the-job training in the construction industry, a principle aim of the practicum is to assist students with pre-apprenticeship placements, where available, so they can begin to log for hours on a worksite and gain experience prior to entering the job market. Additionally, students are exposed to the great range of post-secondary opportunities in today’s construction fields as well, to prepare them to make an informed decision regarding their post-high school plans. The course is highly customizable to meet local system needs. Instruction may be delivered through school laboratory training or through work-based learning arrangements such as internships, cooperative education, service learning, mentoring, and job shadowing. Upon completion of the practicum, proficient students will be prepared to pursue further study in architecture or construction or seek additional training and employment with the aid of a portfolio documenting student work completed throughout high school. Grade Level:12 Prerequisite: None Teacher Recommendation Needed: Yes Minimum Credit: 1.0 Maximum Credit: 1.0 NCAA
Architecture and Construction
C17H13 Architectural and Engineering Design I - Architectural and Engineering Design I is a foundational course in the Architecture and Construction cluster for students interested in a variety of engineering and design professions. Upon completion of this course, proficient students will be able to create technical drawings of increasing complexity and utilize these skills to complete the design process and communicate project outcomes. Students will build foundational skills in freehand sketching, fundamental technical drawing, and related measurement and math. Standards in this course also include career exploration within the technical design industry, as well as an overview of the history and impact of architecture and engineering. In addition, students will begin compiling artifacts for inclusion in a portfolio which they will carry with them throughout the full sequence of courses in this program of study. Grade Level: 9-12 Prerequisite: None Teacher Recommendation Needed: No Minimum Credit: 1.0 Maximum Credit: 1.0 NCAA Approved: No
Architecture and Construction
C17H14 Architectural and Engineering Design II - Architectural and Engineering Design II is the second course in the Architectural and Engineering Design program of study. Students in this course build their skills in developing and representing design ideas using technical drawing and modeling techniques and applying the design process to solve design problems. Upon completion of this course, proficient students will be able to use CAD software to create multi-view, sectional view, auxiliary view, and threedimensional drawings using industry standard dimensioning and notation. Students will connect drawings with actual physical layouts by building models based on drawings, creating drawings based on objects and other physical layouts, and using software to create basic three-dimensional models. In addition, students will continue compiling artifacts for inclusion in a portfolio, which they will carry with them throughout the full sequence of courses in this program of study. Grade Level: 10-12 Prerequisite: Architectural and Engineering Design I Teacher Recommendation Needed: No Minimum Credit: 1.0 Maximum Credit: 1.0 NCAA Approved: No
Architecture and Construction
C17H10 Architectural and Engineering Design III - Architectural and Engineering Design III is the third course in the Architectural and Engineering Design program of study. In this advanced course, students will apply technical drawing and design skills developed in the previous courses to specific architectural and mechanical design projects and contexts. In the process, students will expand their problem-solving and critical-thinking skills by assessing the requirements of a project alongside the available resources to accomplish realistic planning. Upon completion of this course, proficient students will be able to employ methods of data collection and analysis to provide others with appropriate information for projects and to develop their own designs. Students will also be able to engage with industry-specific technology to create visual representations of project outcomes. In addition, students will continue compiling artifacts for inclusion in a portfolio, which they will carry with them throughout the full sequence of courses in this program of study. Grade Level: 11-12 Prerequisite: Architectural and Engineering Design II Teacher Recommendation Needed: Yes Minimum Credit: 1.0 Maximum Credit: 2.0 NCAA Approved: No
Architecture and Construction
STEM
C21H14 Engineering Practicum Honors - Engineering Practicum is a capstone course intended to provide students with the opportunity to apply the skills and knowledge learned in previous engineering courses within a professional, working environment. In addition to developing an understanding of the professional and ethical issues encountered by engineers and technologists in the workplace, students learn to refine their skills in problem solving, research, communication, data analysis, teamwork, and project management. The course is highly customizable to meet local system needs. Instruction may be delivered through school laboratory training or through work-based learning arrangements such as internships, cooperative education, service learning, mentoring, and job shadowing. Upon completion of the practicum, students will be prepared for postsecondary study in engineering and technology fields.
STEM
C21H09 BioSTEM III - BioSTEM III is an applied course in the STEM career cluster which allows students to work in groups to solve a problem or answer a scientific question drawn from real-world scenarios within their schools or communities. This course builds upon BioSTEM I and BioSTEM II by applying scientific knowledge and skills to a team project. Upon completion of this course, proficient students will be able to effectively use skills such as project management, team communication, leadership, and decision making. They will also be able to effectively transfer teamwork skills from the classroom to a work setting. Grade Level: 11-12
STEM
C21H14 Engineering Practicum -is a capstone course intended to provide students with the opportunity to apply the skills and knowledge learned in previous STEM Education courses within a professional, working environment. In addition to developing an understanding of the professional and ethical issues encountered by STEM professionals in the workplace, students learn to refine their skills in problem solving, research, communication, data analysis, teamwork, and project management. The course is highly customizable to meet local system needs. Instruction may be delivered through school laboratory training or through work-based learning arrangements such as internships, cooperative education, service learning, mentoring, and job shadowing. Upon completion of this course, proficient students will be prepared for postsecondary study in the STEM field. Grade Level: 11-12 Prerequisite: AP Biology or Anatomy and Physiology or AP Physics or AP Chemistry or AP Environmental Science or Honors Engineering through Service-Learning Teacher Recommendation Needed: Yes Minimum Credit: 1.0 Maximum Credit: 1.0 NCAA Approved: No
STEM
C21H06 Engineering Design II - Engineering Design II is an applied course in the STEM career cluster for students interested in further developing their skills as future engineers. This course covers knowledge, skills, and concepts required for postsecondary engineering and technology fields of study. Upon completion of this course, proficient students are able to explain the differences between scientists and engineers, understand the importance of ethical practices in engineering and technology, identify components of control systems, describe differences between laws related to fluid power systems, explain why material and mechanical properties are important to design, create simple free body diagrams, use measurement devices employed in engineering, conduct basic engineering economic analysis, follow the steps in the engineering design process to complete a team project, and effectively communicate design solutions to others. Grade Level: 10-12 Prerequisite: Engineering and Design I Teacher Recommendation Needed: No Minimum Credit: 1.0 Maximum Credit: 1.0 NCAA Approved: No
STEM
Arts, Audio/Visual Technology and Communications
C11H06 Digital Arts and Design I - Digital Arts and Design I is an introductory course for students interested in digital art, photography and design professions. Students will develop a strong understanding of the principles and elements of design and the design process. Hands-on projects provide extensive opportunities that focus on actual design and photography assignments. A state-of-the-art computer lab is provided with iMacs using Adobe software. There is an emphasis on employability skills, leadership, teamwork, and problem-solving skills that encourage higher-order thinking. Basic skills will be introduced in interactive design and animation if time permits. This course may count as fine arts credit. Grade Level: 9-12 Prerequisite: None Teacher Recommendation Needed: No Minimum Credit: 1.0 Maximum Credit: 1.0 NCAA Approved: No
Arts, Audio/Visual Technology and Communications
C11H05 Digital Arts and Design II - Digital Arts and Design II is a course that further develops skills and knowledge acquired in the introductory Digital Arts and Design I course. Upon completion of this course, proficient students will be able to perform more advanced software operations to create photographs, illustrations, and various types of designs of increasing complexity. With increasing knowledge and skill, students work toward developing a professional portfolio, which they will carry with them throughout the full sequence of courses. Upon completion of this course students have the option of acquiring Adobe Certified Associate (ACA) certification, which validates basic, entry-level skills in digital communications using Adobe software. Grade Level: 10-12 Prerequisite: Digital Arts and Design I Teacher Recommendation Needed: No Minimum Credit: 1.0 Maximum Credit:1.0 NCAA Approved: No
Arts, Audio/Visual Technology and Communications
C11H16 Digital Arts and Design III - Digital Arts and Design III is the third course in the Digital Arts and Design program of study. Students at this level may choose to focus on photography or a particular field in design. Applying design skills developed in prior courses, students will expand their creative and critical thinking skills to create comprehensive projects in design, photography, illustration, interactive design, multimedia and three-dimensional design. Students will utilize research techniques to plan and enhance project outcomes. Standards in this course also include professionalism and ethics, career exploration, and business and project management. With advanced knowledge and skill, students continue to develop a professional portfolio. Upon completion of this course, students have the option of acquiring Adobe Certified Associate (ACA) certification, which validates basic, entry-level skills in digital communications using Adobe software. Grade Level: 10-12 Prerequisite: Digital Arts and Design I and II Teacher Recommendation Needed: No Minimum Credit: 1.0 Maximum Credit: 2.0 NCAA Approved: No
Arts, Audio/Visual Technology and Communications
C11H01 A/V Production I - Students learn to safely and appropriately produce professional programming for film, television, and news media; work in teams with professional cameras, audio, lighting and switching equipment; learn the editing software that is used to make movies, television shows, commercials, movie trailers and web programs; produce original programming and cover live events for county television and websites. A lab fee is requested. Grade Level: 9-12 Prerequisite: None Teacher Recommendation Needed: No Minimum Credit: 1.0 Maximum Credit:1.0 NCAA Approved: No
Arts, Audio/Visual Technology and Communications
C11H02 A/V Production II - Students work with classmates to form a studio team that extends programming artistically and technically, work in self-directed teams to create and produce original content, build on knowledge and skills from Television and Film Production I, produce o67riginal programming and cover live events for the school, county television and websites. Potential opportunities exist to compete for summer internships in media production and opportunities to apply for Governor’s School for the Arts. A lab fee is requested. Grade Level: 10-12 Prerequisite: Television and Film Production/AV Production I Teacher Recommendation Needed: Yes Minimum Credit: 1.0 Maximum Credit: 1.0 NCAA Approved: No
Arts, Audio/Visual Technology and Communications
C11H03 A/V Production III
Arts, Audio/Visual Technology and Communications
C11H07 Applied Arts Practicum - The Applied Arts Practicum is a capstone course intended to provide students with the opportunity to apply the skills and knowledge learned in previous Arts, A/V Technology and Communications courses within a professional, working environment. In addition to developing an understanding of the professional and ethical issues encountered by professionals in these careers, students learn to refine their skills in problem solving, research, communication, teamwork, and project management in the completion of a course-long project. The course is highly customizable to meet local system needs. Instruction may be delivered through school laboratory training or through work-based learning arrangements such as internships, cooperative education, service learning, mentoring, and job shadowing. Upon completion of the practicum, students will be prepared to pursue further study in arts, a/v technology, and communications fields or seek additional training and employment with the aid of a portfolio documenting student work completed throughout high school. Upon completion of this course, students have the option of acquiring Adobe Certified Associate (ACA) certification, which validates basic, entry-level skills in digital communications using Adobe software. Grade Level: 11-12 Prerequisite: None Teacher Recommendation Needed: Yes Minimum Credit: 1.0 Maximum Credit: 1.0 NCAA
Arts, Audio/Visual Technology and Communications
C11H10 Fashion Design - Fashion Design is an applied-knowledge course intended to prepare students to pursue careers in the fashion industry. Building on the knowledge acquired in Foundations of Fashion Design, this course places special emphasis on apparel manufacturing and merchandising, marketing applications, and product and service management. In addition, students will explore trends in fashion design and engage with industry-specific technologies used to produce a variety of fabrics, garments, and accessories. Upon completion of this course, proficient students will have created an original fashion collection. Grade Level: 11- 12 Prerequisite: None Teacher Recommendation Needed: Yes Minimum Credit: 1.0 Maximum Credit: 1.0 NCAA Approved: No
Arts, Audio/Visual Technology and Communications
Finance
C29H00 Accounting I - Accounting I introduces concepts and principles based on a double-entry system of maintaining the electronic and/or manual financial records for a sole proprietorship, partnership, and corporation. It includes analyzing business transactions, journalizing, posting, and preparing worksheets and financial statements. Accounting I provides college-bound students with an excellent foundation for business related majors. Grade Level: 9 -12 Prerequisite: None Teacher Recommendation Needed: No Minimum Credit: 0.5 Maximum Credit: 1.0 NCAA Approved: No
Finance
C29H00 Accounting I - Accounting I introduces concepts and principles based on a double-entry system of maintaining the electronic and/or manual financial records for a sole proprietorship, partnership, and corporation. It includes analyzing business transactions, journalizing, posting, and preparing worksheets and
Finance
C29H01 Accounting II - Accounting II is an advanced study of concepts, principles and techniques that build on the competencies acquired in Accounting I used in keeping the electronic and manual financial records of a sole proprietorship, a partnership and a corporation. Departmental, management, cost, and not-for-profit accounting systems are explored. This course will apply the theory and practices developed in Accounting I. Grade Level:10-12 Prerequisite: Accounting I Teacher Recommendation Needed: No
Finance
Business Management and Administration
C12H17 Business Management - Students in Business Management will develop a foundation in the many activities, problems, and decisions that are intrinsic to the management of a successful business, as well as an appreciation for the importance of these responsibilities. Areas to be examined include business organization, ethical and legal responsibilities, communication, decision-making, personnel, safety, professional development and related careers. By gaining an understanding of these areas, students will be better prepared to enhance the business decisions of tomorrow. Grade Level: 11-12 Prerequisite: None Teacher Recommendation Needed: No Minimum Credit: 1.0 Maximum Credit 1.0 NCAA Approved: No
Business Management and Administration
C12H35 Business and Entrepreneurship Practicum - Business and Entrepreneurship Practicum is a capstone course intended to provide students with the opportunity to apply the skills and knowledge learned in previous Business and Marketing courses within a simulated startup environment or authentic business setting. The course is structured to allow the students the creativity to develop, laun7c7h, and market original business ideas. It is ideal for students who wish to pursue careers as future business owners or entrepreneurs. Practicum activities can take place around student-led startups under the supervision of the instructor or in collaboration with a local business incubator. The standards in this course can also be used to promote student participation in a work-based learning (WBL) experience through an internship or other off-campus arrangement. Upon completion of the practicum, proficient students will be prepared to further develop their business ideas into viable ventures or continue their study at the postsecondary level. Grade Level: 11-12 Prerequisite: Two credits in a Business or Marketing Program of Study Teacher Recommendation Needed: Yes Minimum Credit: 1.0 Maximum Credit: 1.0 NCAA Approved: No
Business Management and Administration
C12H35 EI Practicum: In EI Practicum, students apply entrepreneurship skills and knowledge to a personally- owned sole proprietorship business or non-profit endeavor. For some students, this Practicum course provides expertise, resources, and coaching to grow their already -operational student business. These existing student businesses might include photography, baking, lawn care, and fashion design, just to name a few. For other students, the Practicum experience provides an opportunity to apply their entrepreneurship knowledge and skills, gained from their coursework in EI 1/EI 2, to a new, solely owned business or non-profit endeavor that the student can continue to manage in their post-secondary years, be it from college or in the workforce. All Practicum students will receive differentiated, one-on-one coaching and mentoring from industry experts. Upon course completion, young entrepreneurs will leave with a robust, fully functional small business or non- profit that they may continue to personally operate and grow in their postsecondary years, along with increased proficiency and enjoyment of the entrepreneurial process and mindset. Grade Level: 11-12 Prerequisite: EI 1 and 2 Teacher Recommendation: Yes Minimum Credit: 1 Maximum Credit: 1 NCAA Approved: No
Business Management and Administration
Education and Training
C25H03 Teaching as a Profession Practicum
Education and Training
C32H06 Early Childhood Education Careers I - This class prepares students for gainful employment and/or entry into post-secondary education. Content provides students with a foundation in the concepts of child development theory and affords them the opportunity to integrate knowledge, skills, and practices required for careers in early childhood education and related services. Grade Level: 9-12
Education and Training
C32H07 Early Childhood Education Careers II - This course prepares students for gainful employment and/or entry into post-secondary education. The content provides students with the opportunity to apply child development theory, develop and implement learning activities for young children, and integrate knowledge, skills, and practices required for careers in early childhood education and related services. Laboratory experiences offer school-based learning opportunities. Grade Level: 10-12 Prerequisite: Early Childhood Education Careers I Teacher Recommendation Needed: No Minimum Credit: 1.0 Maximum Credit: 2.0 NCAA Approved: No
Education and Training
C32H08 Early Childhood Education Careers III - Early Childhood Education Careers III (ECEC) serves as a capstone course and further prepares students for employment and/or entry into postsecondary education in the early childhood education and services industry. Students will obtain knowledge and skills in administration and management. They will explore areas related to instruction and services for children with special needs. Students will apply the early childhood education knowledge and skills, including recommended participation in a cooperative education experience. Grade Level: 11-12 Prerequisite: Early Childhood Education Careers I and II Teacher Recommendation Needed: No Minimum Credit: 1.0 Maximum Credit: 2.0 NCAA Approved: No
Education and Training
C25H20 JAC TN Course 1: This course is for seniors who are interested in exploring career options and further educational opportunities and are committed to completing high school. The goal is to help participants graduate, explore post-secondary education and/or training, and secure a quality job, which will lead to a good career. The course includes instruction in thirtyseven competencies identified by the business community and involvement in the Tennessee Career Association student organization, one-on-one marketing and job development by the instructor for employment leading to a career, and no less than twelve months of follow-up and support on the job after leaving school. Grade Level: 9-12 Prerequisite: None Teacher Recommendation Needed: No Minimum Credit: 0.5 Maximum Credit: 1.0 NCAA Approved: No
Education and Training
Hospitality and Tourism
C16H08 Culinary Arts III - Culinary Arts III is the third level of Culinary Arts and it serves as a capstone course. It, too, prepares students for gainful employment and/or entry into post-secondary education in the food production and service industry. Content provides students with the opportunity to apply the marketable culinary arts skills that they have acquired by assuming increasingly responsible positions, including participation in the school's in-house restaurant and local cooperative education internships.
Hospitality and Tourism
C16H12 Event Planning and Management - Event Planning and Management is designed to be a project based, capstone experience in which students research, prepare, deliver, and reflect upon an original event for a community organization, business, or non-profit. Upon completion of this course, proficient students will further refine leadership, teamwork, and management skills acquired in previous courses and apply them through application in a practicum setting. The course is highly customizable to meet local needs: partner organizations may be chosen at the discretion of student teams, with the approval of the instructor and appropriate school personnel. Organizations can include local non-profits, charities, shelters, agencies, businesses, sports teams, school-based enterprises, or other entities with a demonstrated need for assistance in staging an event or a commitment to providing students with workbased learning opportunities. Grade Level: 11-12 Prerequisite: Marketing and Management Principles I Teacher Recommendation Needed: No Minimum Credit: 1.0 Maximum Credit: 1.0 NCAA Approved: No
Hospitality and Tourism
Human Services
C19H14 Cosmetology II- Cosmetology II is the second level of cosmetology and prepares students for work related skills and advancement into the Chemistry of Cosmetology course. Content provides students with the opportunity to acquire knowledge and skills in both theory and practical application. Advanced knowledge and skills in hair design, nail artistry, and cosmetic applications will be enhanced in a laboratory setting, which duplicates cosmetology industry standards. Upon completion and acquisition of 300 hours, students are eligible to take the Tennessee Board of Cosmetology Shampoo examination for a Tennessee Shampoo Technician License. Grade Level: 10-12 Prerequisite: Cosmetology I Teacher Recommendation Needed: No Minimum Credit: 1.0 Maximum Credit: 2.0 NCAA Approved: No
Human Services
C19H13 Cosmetology III
Human Services
C19H21 Cosmetology IV - Cosmetology IV is the capstone course in the Cosmetology program of study intended to prepare students for careers in cosmetology by developing an understanding and practical skills in efficient and safe work practices, career and business analysis, advanced hair techniques and chemical services, and state board theoretical and practical application. Proficient students will have applied the full range of knowledge and skills acquired in this program of study toward experiences in practical applications of cosmetology practices as approved by the instructor. Laboratory facilities and experiences simulate those found in the cosmetology industry. Upon completion and acquisition of 1500 hours, students are eligible to take the Tennessee Board of Cosmetology examination to obtain a Tennessee Cosmetology License. Artifacts will be created for inclusion in a portfolio, which will continue throughout the full sequence of courses. Grade Level: 11-12 Prerequisite: Cosmetology III Teacher Recommendation Needed: No Minimum Credit: 1.0 Maximum Credit: 2.0 NCAA Approved: No
Human Services
C19H15 Nutrition Across the Lifespan - Nutrition Across the Lifespan is for students interested in learning more about becoming a dietician, nutritionist, counselor, or pursuing a variety of scientific, health, or culinary arts professions. This course covers human anatomy and physiological systems, nutrition requirements, as well as social, cultural, and other impacts on food preparation and integrity. Artifacts will be created for inclusion in a portfolio during the class. Grade Level: 9-12
Human Services
C19H16 Nutrition, Science and Diet Therapy - Nutrition Science and Diet Therapy is an applied knowledge course in nutrition for students interested in the role of nutrition in health and disease. Upon completion of this course, proficient students will be able to develop a nutrition care plan as part of the overall health care process, use methods for analyzing the nutritional health of a community, and understand the relationship of diet and nutrition to specific diseases. The course places emphasis on the role of diet as a contributor to disease and its role in the prevention and treatment of disease. Artifacts will be created for inclusion in a portfolio, which will continue to be built throughout the program of study. Grade Level: 10-12 Prerequisite: Nutrition Across the Lifespan Teacher Recommendation Needed: No Minimum Credit: 1.0 Maximum Credit: 1.0 NCAA Approved: No
Human Services
C19H20 Human Services Practicum - Human Services Practicum is a capstone course in the human services cluster that provides a practicum experience for students as they develop an understanding of
Human Services
Information Technology
G10H06 Computer Science
Information Technology
C10H14 Coding I
Information Technology
C10H15 Coding II - Coding II is a course in which students will develop advanced skills in problem analysis, construction of algorithms, and computer implementation of algorithms as they work on programming projects of increasing complexity. The recommended programming environment is Visual Studio; it permits an emphasis on development of analytic skills using a particular language syntax or vocabulary. Emphasis is on actual programming projects, both individual and group. Course content should be repeatedly applied to increasingly complex projects. Advanced topics using DirectX, AI, C#, and Java are planned. Grade Level: 10-12 Prerequisite: Coding I Teacher Recommendation Needed: No Minimum Credit: 1.0 Maximum Credit:1.0 NCAA Approved: No
Information Technology
C10H16 Web Design Foundations - Web Foundations is a course that prepares students with workrelated web design skills for advancement into postsecondary education and industry. The course is intended to develop fundamental skills in both theory and practical application of the basic web design and development process, project management and teamwork, troubleshooting and problem solving, and interpersonal skill development. Laboratory facilities and experiences simulate those found in the web design and development industry; where interaction with a “client” is indicated in the standards, it is expected that students’ peer clients or the instructor may serve as mock clients in lieu of an actual relationship with an industry partner. Upon completion of this course, proficient students will be prepared for more advanced coursework in the Web Design program of study. Grade Level: 9-12
Information Technology
C10H08 Coding Practicum Honors - This course prepares students with work-related skills for advancement into postsecondary education or industry. Course content includes exposure to Web design in eCommerce with marketing, customer relations, and commercial website publication. The course provides students with the opportunity to acquire fundamental skills in practical application of Web development, leadership, and interpersonal skill development. Laboratory facilities and experiences simulate those found in the Web page design and Web page construction industry. This course correlates to the CIW certification “Web eCommerce.” Grade Level: 11-12 Prerequisite: None Teacher Recommendation Needed: Yes Minimum Credit: 1.0 Maximum Credit: 1.0 NCAA Approved: No
Information Technology
Law, Public Safety, Corrections and Security
C30H00 Criminal Justice I - This course is designed to give the student an overview of the United States Criminal Justice System through the examination of U.S. law enforcement agencies, the U.S. Court systems and U.S. Correctional Institutions. The first-year emphasis is given to the history of law enforcement; current issues facing law enforcement; the study of U.S. Constitutional law and criminal law. This course will examine career paths within the legal field. The curriculum is complemented with various guest speakers from the Criminal Justice Field and potential field trips to a local police department and training academy, county jail and Juvenile Court. Students will prepare a Pre-Law and Law Enforcement Service portfolio to be maintained through their three-year course of study. Grade Level: 9-12 Prerequisite: None Teacher Recommendation Needed: No Minimum Credit: 1.0 Maximum Credit: 1.0 NCAA Approved: No
Law, Public Safety, Corrections and Security
C30H01 Criminal Justice II - This course is a continuation of the exploration of the knowledge obtained in Criminal Justice I with an emphasis on the U.S. and Tennessee Court Systems. This course provides a hands-on study of law enforcement operations including investigative procedures, fingerprinting and crime scene searches culminating in mock court trials conducted by the students. Students will evaluate emerging technology and its impact on the criminal justice system. After evaluating legal opinions from the U.S. Supreme Court and the Tennessee Appellate Courts, students will utilize their knowledge to predict results in future cases. Students are also given the opportunity to sit as Jurors in Mock Trials held at Vanderbilt School of Law. Field trips include at least two of the following: a Tennessee Maximum Security Institution, observation of criminal court proceedings and Vanderbilt Law School campus. Students shall maintain and build upon their Pre-Law and Law Enforcement Services Portfolio. Students can compete for a summer internship supported by the Williamson County Criminal Justice Advisory Committee. Grade Level: 10-12 Prerequisite: Criminal Justice I Teacher Recommendation Needed: No Minimum Credit: 1.0 Maximum Credit: 2.0 NCAA Approved: No
Law, Public Safety, Corrections and Security
C30H02 Criminal Justice III: Forensic & Criminal Investigations - This course will provide students with an opportunity to explore the basic processes and principles of criminology (the theories behind what makes a person become a criminal) with an emphasis on criminal profiling. CJ III also explores the basic principles of forensic science as it relates to criminal investigation. Students will learn the importance of the identification, collection, and processing of evidence and of its contribution to criminal investigation. Students will learn of the legal responsibilities and challenges which the forensic investigator may encounter from an initial response to the courtroom. The course also explores the various careers available within the three major components of the criminal justice system-law enforcement, the judicial system and corrections. Potential student work projects shall include a research project, book report and presentation. Field trips will include a forensic science laboratory, a post-secondary educational institute and evaluating forensic cause and effect by a trip to a correctional facility. Grade Level: 11-12 Prerequisite: Criminal Justice I and II Teacher Recommendation Needed: No Minimum Credit: 1.0 Maximum Credit: 1.0 NCAA Approved: No
Law, Public Safety, Corrections and Security
C30H08 Pre Law-I - The Pre-Law program of study is designed for students interested in legal services careers. In this program of study, course content covers a wide range of knowledge and skills related to the American legal system, including basic principles common to business, personal, criminal and civil law. Other topics include legal careers, the justice system, juvenile justice, immigration law, ethics, and professionalism. Upon completion of this program of study, students will be prepared to pursue advanced study in law and criminal justice. Grade Level: 9-12 Prerequisite: None Teacher Recommendation Needed: No Minimum Credit: 1.0 Maximum Credit: 1.0 NCAA Approved: No
Law, Public Safety, Corrections and Security
C30H09 Pre Law-II- Pre-Law II is the second course designed to prepare students to pursue careers in the field of law. Upon completion of this course, a proficient student will be able to describe the organization of local, national and state court systems and the legal process, explain the concepts of trials, and differentiate business, labor, and consumer law. In addition, students will model the professional, moral, and ethical standards required of professionals in the field of law Grade Level: 9- 12 Prerequisite: None Teacher Recommendation Needed: No Minimum Credit: 1.0 Maximum Credit: 1.0 NCAA Approved: No
Law, Public Safety, Corrections and Security
C30H10 Pre Law-III- Pre-Law III is the third course designed to prepare students to pursue careers in the field of law. Upon completion of this course, a proficient student will be able to describe sentencing and decisions, appeals, punishment, parole, probation, detention, and family and property law. In addition, students will model the professional, moral, and ethical standards required of professionals in the field of law. Grade Level: 9-12 Prerequisite: None Teacher Recommendation Needed: No Minimum Credit: 1.0 Maximum Credit: 1.0 NCAA Approved: No
Law, Public Safety, Corrections and Security
Marketing
C31H23 Introduction to Entrepreneurship - Introduction to Entrepreneurship is an introductory course designed for students interested in pursuing the Entrepreneurship program of study. This course is also appropriate for students enrolled in any program of study who plan to own and operate their own business. In this course, students will develop strong foundational knowledge in key business and entrepreneurial principles, including types of business ownership management functions and styles, human resources, business operations, marketing, finance and budgeting, employment law, and ethics. Students will also develop skills in critical thinking, communication, and professionalism by exploring key aspects of leadership, the entrepreneurial mindset, diversity, teamwork, and conflict resolution. Upon completion of this course, students will be proficient in the foundations of entrepreneurship and small business ownership, business concepts and operations, finance and budgeting, marketing principles, leadership and management functions, and professional communications. Grade Level: 9-12 Prerequisite: None Teacher Recommendation Needed: No Minimum Credit: 1.0 Maximum Credit:
Marketing
C31H00 Marketing and Management I: Principles - Marketing and Management Principles I focuses on the study of marketing concepts and their practical application. Students will examine the risks and challenges marketers face to establish a competitive edge. Subject matters include economics, marketing foundations/functions and human resource leadership development. Skills in communication, mathematics, economics, and psychology are reinforced in this course. DECA membership is required. Seniors who wish to co-op must have a good school behavior record, attendance record, passing grades, teacher recommendations, and a marketing career objective. Grade Level: 9-12 Prerequisite: None Teacher Recommendation Needed: No Minimum Credit: 1.0 Maximum Credit: 1.0 NCAA Approved: No
Marketing
C31H01 Marketing and Management II
Marketing
C31H03 Advertising and Public Relations - Advertising and Public Relations focuses on the concepts and strategies associated with the dynamic and changing means of communication to promote products, services, ideas and/or images. This course encourages students to examine this field from the viewpoints of the creative staff, businessperson and consumer. Grade Level: 10-12 Prerequisite: Marketing and Management I Teacher Recommendation Needed: No Minimum Credit: 0.5 Maximum Credit: 1.0 NCAA Approved: No
Marketing
C31H05 Entrepreneurship - Entrepreneurship is an applied knowledge course that begins with the discovery process of generating new business ideas. Students research local, national, and international social and economic trends and analyze the feasibility of their own proposed businesses, both from a market demand and revenue-producing standpoint. Based on their entrepreneurial endeavors, students will prepare, write, and revise a business plan. In preparation for the business plan, students will conduct market research, study ownership structures, evaluate risks, examine startup costs, determine essential vendors, and identify sources of capital and financing options. Students will also draft, refine, and rehearse entrepreneurship pitches developed from their business plans to present during course intervals and to give final presentations at the conclusion of the course. Upon conclusion of this course, proficient students will be able to articulate, and defend, elements of a full business plan for a new business. Entrepreneurship students may join DECA. Grade Level: 11-12 Prerequisite: Marketing and Management Principles I Teacher Recommendation Needed: No Minimum Credit: 1.0 Maximum Credit: 1.0 NCAA Approved: No
Marketing
C31H04 Retail Operations - This course will include the various components of retail trade. The subject matter will include marketing concepts, economic concepts, information management, finance and risk management, distribution and inventory, buying and pricing, promotion, selling, customer service, retail careers, integration with academic subject matter, the vocational student organization and cooperative work experience. Students will learn that retailing is a significant and vital component to the United States economy and is quickly becoming an integral part of the global economy. Students will be made aware of the importance of retailing in its various forms as the final step in getting products and services to consumers in the marketplace. Retail Operations students can work in the school store. Students may join DECA
Marketing
C31H02 Social Media Marketing and Analytics- Social Media Marketing & Analytics is a study of concepts and principles used in social media marketing. Students will examine the uses, marketing strategies and data generated by social media marketing. Subject matter includes foundational social media knowledge, social media marketing strategies, communication, and ethical responsibilities. Grade Level: 11-12 Prerequisite: Marketing and Management Principles I Teacher Recommendation Needed: No Minimum Credit: 1.0 Maximum Credit: 1.0 NCAA Approved: No
Marketing
C31H23 Entrepreneurship and Innovation 1: offers an authentic entrepreneurship experience as students launch a real business using a lean startup method. In small teams of three to four, students develop a product, service, or non-profit entity, learning and appreciating the process of launching a business by starting an actual business. Local entrepreneurs and industry experts serve as volunteer coaches and mentors, guiding student teams through the stages of developing hypotheses about a business concept, testing those hypotheses, adapting, and continually learning and improving. In the course, students make mistakes, take risks and learn to pivot, just as real entrepreneurs do. Students leave this course with an appreciation for the entrepreneurial mindset and the firsthand experience of launching a real-life startup in an incubator-type environment.
Marketing
C31H00 Entrepreneurship and Innovation 2: As a second-year course, EI 2 provides student teams with the opportunity to take their EI 1 business from a startup to a sustainable, functioning venture. With the support of expert volunteer mentors, students apply more advanced entrepreneurial strategies to their continuing businesses from EI 1. This content includes more complex legal considerations, banking, customer acquisition, business processes, and product development over time. Students leave the course having gained traction and profits in the marketplace, along with firsthand knowledge of how to grow a company in year two and beyond. As with EI 1, this course is structured with student teams operating small businesses and nonprofits. At the end of the first semester, these students compete in a shark tank style competition for funding. Grade Level: 10 -12 Prerequisite: EI 1 Teacher Recommendation: Yes Minimum Credit: 1.0 Maximum Credit: 1.0 NCAA Approved: No
Marketing
C31H05 Entrepreneurship and Innovation 3: Entrepreneurship is an applied knowledge course that begins with the discovery process of generating new business ideas. Students research local, national, and international social and economic trends and analyze the feasibility of their own proposed businesses, both from a market demand and revenue producing standpoint. Based on their entrepreneurial endeavors, students will prepare, write, and revise a business plan. In preparation for the business plan, students will conduct market research, study ownership structures, evaluate risks, examine startup costs, determine essential vendors, and identify sources of capital and financing options. Students will also draft, refine, and rehearse entrepreneurship pitches developed from their business plans to present during course intervals and to give final presentations at the conclusion of the course. At the conclusion of the course, proficient students will be able to articulate, and defend, elements of a full business plan for a new business. Students will have the opportunity to work with local partners, including micro internships. Grade Level: 11- 12 Prerequisite: EI 1 and 2 Teacher Recommendation: Yes Minimum Credit: 1 Maximum Credit: 1 NCAA Approved:
Marketing
Health Science
C14H09 Health Science Anatomy and Physiology Honors - Explore the human body. Discover the impact of disease and sickness on the body. Step into the roles of epidemiologists, laboratory scientists, doctors, and clinical researchers. This course can be used for credit as a third science towards graduation. Grade Level: 10-12 Prerequisite: Health Science Education Teacher Recommendation Needed: No Minimum Credit:1.0 Maximum Credit: 1.0 NCAA Approved: No
Health Science
C14H16 Nursing Education Honors - This course consists of eighteen units of study dealing with direct bedside nursing care. Clinical experience will consist of supervised practice in the long -term care facility as well as demonstrations in the classroom. Students can be registered by the Tennessee Department of Health after completion of the course, 100 hours of clinical and theory, passing a state test, and will be job ready. This course is also offered for honors credit, which includes four individual assignments and compilation of a portfolio for deeper investigation and reflection. Nursing is a competitive senior level class limited to 15 students. The criteria used to select students are based on the number of health science courses a student has taken, absences and tardies, GPA and teacher recommendations. Grade Level: 12 Prerequisite: Health Science
Health Science
C14H11 Clinical Internship - Students will complete a clinical internship after completing upper-level
Health Science
C14H15 Medical Therapeutics Honors - In Medical Therapeutics students will evaluate the ways therapeutic medicine is used to focus on direct patient care. This could include nursing, medicine, dentistry, psychotherapy, and other allied health careers. Students learn to monitor and care for client status by learning CPR, first aid, basic pharmacology and additional care skills. Grade Level: 10-12 Prerequisite: Health Science Education Teacher Recommendation Needed: No Minimum Credit: 1.0 Maximum Credit: 1.0 NCAA Approved: No
Health Science
C14H08 Rehabilitation Careers Honors - This course will focus on enabling the person to live to the fullest capacity possible. Units will include sports medicine, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech / language therapy, art, music, dance therapy, and others. Grade Level: 10-12 Prerequisite: Health Science Education Teacher Recommendation Needed: No Minimum Credit: 1.0 Maximum Credit: 1.0 NCAA Approved: No
Health Science
C14H22 Exercise Science- Exercise Science is an applied course designed to prepare students to pursue careers in kinesiology and exercise physiology services. Upon completion of this course, proficient students will be able to apply concepts of anatomy and physiology, physics, chemistry, bioenergetics, and kinesiology to specific exercise science contexts. Through these connections students will understand the importance that exercise, nutrition, and rehabilitation play in athletes or patients with debilitating or acute metabolic, orthopedic, neurological, psychological, and cardiovascular disorders. In addition, students can incorporate communication, goal setting, and information collection skills in their coursework in preparation for future success in the workplace. Grade Level: 11-12 Prerequisite: Rehabilitation Careers Teacher Recommendation: No Minimum Credit: 1.0 Maximum Credit: 1.0 NCAA Approved: No
Health Science
Transportation, Distribution, and Logistics
C20H13 Collision Repair: Non-Structural - Collision Repair: Non-Structural is a course that prepares students to analyze non-structural collision damage to a vehicle, determine the extent of the damage and the direction of impact, initiate an appropriate repair plan, and correctly use equipment to fit metal to a specified dimension within tolerances. The course content includes metal finishing, body filling, and glass panel replacements. The course prepares students for entry level employment and advanced training in collision repair technology, and post- secondary education. Students completing the Collision Repair: Non-Structural are eligible to take the ASE written examination for Non-Structural Analysis and Damage
Transportation, Distribution, and Logistics
C20H14 Collision Repair: Painting and Refinishing - Painting and Refinishing is a course that prepares students to use plastics and adhesives in the repair and refinishing processes and to apply automotive paint to a vehicle. Students learn to diagnose automotive paint finish problems and to perform the appropriate manufacturer-required techniques and processes to refinish the affected area or the complete vehicle. Course content provides the student with training in mixing, matching, and applying paint and finish to vehicles. Course content includes the application of plastics and adhesives in the repair and refinishing processes. The course prepares students for entry level employment and advanced training in collision repair technology, and post- secondary education. Students completing Painting and Refinishing are eligible to take the ASE written examination for Painting and Refinishing. Grade Level:11- 12 Prerequisite: Introduction to Collision Repair Teacher Recommendation Needed: No Minimum Credit: 1.0 Maximum Credit: 1.0 NCAA Approved: No
Transportation, Distribution, and Logistics
C20H19 Collision Repair: Damage Analysis, Estimating, and Customer Service - Collision Repair: Damage Analysis, Estimating, and Customer Service is the capstone course in the Collision Repair program of study. It is intended to prepare students for careers in the automotive repair industry. Upon completion of this course, a student proficient in Damage Analysis, Estimating, and Customer Service will be able to assess collision damage, estimate repair costs, and work with vehicle owners in a professional setting. Utilizing problem-solving strategies and resources developed in this course, including original equipment manufacturer (OEM) manuals, electronic data, and photo analysis of damaged vehicles, students will be prepared to generate work orders in a variety of collision damage situations. Standards in this course are aligned with Tennessee Common Core State Standards for English Language Arts & Literacy in Technical Subjects and to the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF) standards, a national framework of industry-benchmarked standards. \* Students completing the Collision Repair program of study will be eligible to take the examination for Automotive Student Excellence (ASE) Student Certification in Collision. Some tasks are assigned a "High Priority (HP)" designation. Accredited programs must include at least $9 5 %$ of the HP-I (Individual) tasks and $90 %$ of the HP-G (Group) tasks in the curriculum. Grade Level:12 Prerequisite: Collision Repair: Non-Structural and Collision Repair: Painting and Refinishing Teacher Recommendation Needed: No Minimum Credit:1.0 Maximum Credit: 1.0 NCAA Approved: No
Transportation, Distribution, and Logistics
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