AES Course Guide

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Phone: 316-218-4470

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Introduction 2 HIGH SCHOOL

Graduation Requirements 3

Qualified Admissions 4

Kansas Scholars Curriculum 5

NCAA Division I / II Eligibility 6

Graduation Planner/Checklist 8

College Release Policy 9

High School Permission Form for College Release 10

High School Course Offerings

Language Arts 11

Mathematics 12

Science 13

Social Studies 14

Physical Education / Health 15

Fine Arts 15

Computer Studies 16

Study Skills 17

Independent Learning 17

Foreign Language 18

High School Course Enrollment Form 20 MIDDLE SCHOOL

Middle School Course Offerings

Sixth Grade 21

Seventh Grade 22

Eighth Grade 24

Middle School Course Enrollment Form 26

INTRODUCTION

Dear Students and Parents:

The Andover eCademy is committed to helping students live their adult lives

to the fullest potential. The Enrollment Guide was created with this in mind,

and includes information necessary to prepare students for their choice,

whether it is further education or the world of work.

The eCademy utilizes curriculum provided by Pearson Education, a leader

of virtual education in the United States. The Andover eCademy combines

this outstanding curriculum with teachers and the leadership of the award

winning Andover District to provide the very best option for students and

families that are looking for a virtual school option.

Over the next couple of months, our staff will utilize a number of

opportunities to help students become better informed about these classes

and the requirements. It is important for students and parents to take

advantage of these opportunities and make appropriate decisions as they

plan their schedules. The Counselor and your SLA (Student Learning

Advocate) are available prior to, during, and after enrollment if you have

questions concerning course selections.

Many of our courses are required for graduation; however, there are also a number of

courses available to meet individual student interest. Students need to take courses

that are challenging, and it is their responsibility to choose carefully and wisely. High

School students’ selections should be directly related to a four-year plan of study.

Our entire staff stands ready to advise students to make the most of their high school

education. Please do not hesitate to ask for assistance in your endeavors.

Mark Templin

Principal

HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS

To be eligible for graduation from Andover USD No. 385, a student must meet the following minimum requirements before the Board of Education may grant a diploma. A student must earn a minimum of twenty-five (25) credits from one or more accredited high schools in grades 9, 10, 11 and 12. The Board of Education reserves the right to accept credit from non-accredited schools when it is in the best interest of the district and student to do so. The following is a list of credits a student must earn:

Language Arts 4 1 credit must be taken each year

Mathematics 3

Science 3

Social Studies 3 World Geography (1/2) Modern World History (1/2) American History (1) US Government (1/2) Electives (1/2)- students may exceed the ½

Foundations of Physical Education ½

Foundations of Health ½

Computer Studies ½

Fine Arts 1

Speech ½

Electives (minimum) 9 students may exceed the minimum

TOTAL 25

To help students progress toward graduation the following guidelines have been established:

Grade level classification CUMULATIVE HIGH SCHOOL CREDITS TO BE EARNED

FRESHMAN A student must have completed the eighth grade successfully at an

accredited school. Courses completed in the eighth grade in USD 385 DO

NOT count for high school credit. However, students transferring from

another school district may receive high school credit if that district’s high

school had accepted and recorded these credits on the student’s high

school transcript.

SOPHOMORE A student must have earned a minimum of six (6) credits from an accredited

school in grade 9.

JUNIOR A student must have earned a minimum of twelve (12) credits from an

accredited school in grades 9 and 10.

SENIOR A student must have earned a minimum of eighteen (18) credits from an

accredited school in grades 9, 10 and 11.

English 4 approved units of English, one unit taken each year of high school.

Natural Science

3 approved units from the following, one unit must be Chemistry or Physics: • Biology • Advanced Biology (2nd Year Biology) • Earth/Space Science • Chemistry • Physics • Principles of Technology

Math

3 approved units from the following: • Algebra I • Geometry • Algebra II • Any math course that has Algebra II as a prerequisite.

Courses completed in middle school or junior high do not count toward the requirement.

Social Science

3 approved units. Students must complete the following:

• One unit of U.S. History • Minimum of one-half unit of U.S.

Government Minimum of one-half unit from the following: • World History • World Geography • International Relations

Approved courses from the following may be used to complete the requirement: • Psychology • Economics • U.S. Government (additional course) • U.S. History (additional course) • Current Social Issues • Sociology • Anthropology • Race and Ethnic Group Relations

Foreign Language Not required.

Qualified Admissions Precollege Curriculum

Kansas Qualified Admissions Quick Facts High School Graduates Through Academic Year 2013-2014

What are Qualified Admissions? Qualified Admissions (QA) are a set of criteria that guarantee admission to a state university for certain Kansas residents. These criteria are set by the Kansas Board of Regents, the governing body for the six state universities. The purpose of QA is to enhance success at the university level by ensuring high school students are prepared for the rigors of a university education. What are the QA criteria for high school students? Graduates of accredited Kansas high schools under the age of 21 with fewer than 24 transfer credit hours are admitted to a state university if they meet one of the following requirements: • Achieve an ACT score of 21 or higher, OR • Graduate in the top one-third of their class, OR • Complete the precollege curriculum with a GPA

of 2.0 or higher (please see table to right). Which Kansas institutions use QA? Emporia State University, Fort Hays State University, Kansas State University, Pittsburg State University, the University of Kansas, and Wichita State University. Is the QA Curriculum the same as my high school’s required curriculum for graduation? No. High school graduation requirements are determined by the Kansas State Department of Education and local school districts. Students should be aware that the local and QA curriculums are separate and the requirements may not be the same. For more information about the Kansas Qualified Admissions Precollege Curriculum, contact the

Kansas Board of Regents at (785) 296-3421 or visit the Board’s website at www.kansasregents.org.

Kansas Qualified Admissions Quick Facts High School Graduates Beginning Academic Year 2014-2015 and After

What are Qualified Admissions?

Qualified Admissions (QA) are a set of standards used by the six state universities to review applicants for undergraduate admission. The universities that use QA are Emporia State University, Fort Hays State University, Kansas State University, Pittsburg State University, the University of Kansas, and Wichita State University. These standards are set by the Kansas Board of Regents, the governing body for the state universities. When are the new standards effective?

State universities will use the standards for 2015 summer applicants. The standards will apply to freshmen entering high school in the fall of 2011. What are the new QA standards?

Students graduating from an accredited Kansas high school, under the age of 21, MUST;

• Complete the precollege or Kansas Scholars Curriculum with at least a 2.0 GPA; AND

• Achieve ONE of the following: • ACT score of 21 or higher; OR • SAT score of 980 or higher; OR • Graduate in the top one-third of their class;

AND • Achieve a 2.0 GPA or higher on any college credit

taken in high school.

New standards were also approved for graduates of unaccredited high schools (including home-schooled students), GED students, students 21 or older and international students. The standards can be viewed online at www.kansasregents.org in the December Board agenda. Were changes made to the precollege curriculum?

Yes. Changes were made to the English and Math requirements. Electives were added to the curriculum.(For complete details see the chart at right.)

Qualified Admissions Precollege Curriculum English 4 approved units of English, one unit taken each year of high school, 1/2 unit may be Speech

Natural Science

3 approved units from the following, one unit must be Chemistry or Physics:

• Biology • Advanced Biology (2nd Year Biology) • Earth/Space Science

• Chemistry • Physics • Principles of Technology

3 approved units from the following: • Algebra I • Geometry • Algebra II • Any course with Algebra II as a

prerequisite AND students must meet the ACT college readiness math benchmark (22)

4 approved units. One taken in the graduating year. Three units from the following:

• Algebra I • Geometry • Algebra II • Any course with Algebra II as a prerequisite.

The fourth unit may be prescribed by the school district and must be designed to prepare students for college

Dual enrollment, concurrent enrollment, and online courses may be used to fulfill the requirement Courses completed in middle school/junior high do NOT fulfill the requirement

Social Science

3 approved units

Students must complete the following: • One unit of U.S. History • Minimum of one-half unit of U.S.

Government

Minimum of one-half unit from the following: • World History • World Geography • International Relations

Approved courses from the following may be used to complete the requirement: • Psychology • Economics • U.S. Government (additional course) • U.S. History (additional course) • Current Social Issues • Sociology • Anthropology • Race and Ethnic Group Relations

Electives

3 approved units from the following: • English • Math • Natural Science • Social Science • Fine Arts • Computer/Information Systems

• Foreign Languages • Personal Finance • Speech, Debate, Forensics • Journalism • Career and Technical Education

Math OR

For more information contact the Kansas Board of Regents at (785) 296-3421 or visit www.kansasregents.org.

What is the Kansas Scholars Curriculum? The Kansas Scholars Curriculum is one of the requirements Kansas residents must meet in order to receive State Scholar designation during the Senior year. This curriculum is NOT the same as the Qualified Admissions Curriculum. What are the other requirements to become a State Scholar? • Students must have taken the ACT between April

of the sophomore year and December of the senior year.

• Students must be a Kansas resident. • Students must have their curriculum and 7th

semester GPA certified on the official roster by the high school counselor, registrar, or similar official.

What is the benefit of completing the Kansas Scholars Curriculum? Students that complete the curriculum, and meet the other requirements, may be designated as State Scholars, which makes them eligible to receive State Financial Aid as provided by the Kansas Legislature. The academic profile of scholars included an average ACT of 30 and an average GPA of 3.90. State Scholars may receive up to $1,000 annually for up to four undergraduate years (five, if enrolled in a designated five-year program) based on financial need and the availability of State funds. How is financial need determined? Financial need is measured by the Federal Methodology using data submitted on the FAFSA.

English Same as the Qualified Admissions Curriculum.

Natural Science

3 approved units including: • Biology • Chemistry • Physics

A fourth year of science is recommended.

Math

4 approved units. Students must complete the following:

• Algebra I* • Algebra II • Geometry

In addition, students must complete at least one of the following:

• Analytic Geometry • Trigonometry • Advanced Algebra • Probability & Statistics • Functions • Calculus

*Algebra taken in the 8th Grade is accepted.

Social Science Same as the Qualified Admissions Curriculum.

Foreign Language 2 approved units of one foreign language.

Kansas Scholars Curriculum

For more information about the Kansas Scholars Curriculum or State Scholar designation, contact the Kansas Board of Regents at (785) 296-3421 or visit the Board’s website at www.kansasregents.org.

Kansas Scholars Curriculum & State Scholar Quick Facts

NCAA ELIGIBILITY CENTER QUICK REFERENCE SHEET

Core Courses • NCAA Division I requires 16 core courses. See the chart below for the breakdown of this 16 core-course

requirement.

• NCAA Division II currently requires 14 core courses. Division II will require 16 core courses for students enrolling on or after August 1, 2013. See the breakdown of core-course requirements below.

Test Scores • Division I uses a sliding scale to match test scores and core grade-point averages. The sliding scale for those

requirements is shown on page two of this sheet.

• Division II requires a minimum SAT score of 820 or an ACT sum score of 68.

• The SAT score used for NCAA purposes includes only the critical reading and math sections. The writing section of the SAT is not used.

• The ACT score used for NCAA purposes is a sum of the following four sections: English, mathematics, reading and science.

• When you register for the SAT or ACT, use the NCAA Eligibility Center code of 9999 to ensure all SAT and ACT scores are reported directly to the NCAA Eligibility Center from the testing agency. Test scores that appear on transcripts will not be used.

Grade-Point Average • Be sure to look at your high school’s List of NCAA Courses on the NCAA Eligibility Center's website

(www.eligibilitycenter.org). Use the list as a guide.

• Only courses that appear on your school's List of NCAA Courses will be used in the calculation of the core grade-point average. Use the list as a guide.

• Division I core grade-point-average requirements are listed on the sliding scale on Page No. 2 of this sheet.

• The Division II core grade-point-average requirement is a minimum of 2.000.

• Remember, the NCAA grade-point average is calculated using NCAA core courses only.

DIVISION I 16 Core Courses

4 years of English. 3 years of mathematics (Algebra I

or higher). 2 years of natural/physical science

(1 year of lab if offered by high school).

1 year of additional English, mathematics or natural/physical science.

2 years of social science. 4 years of additional courses (from

any area above, foreign language or comparative religion/philosophy).

DIVISION II 14 Core Courses




2 years of additional English, mathematics or natural/physical science.



DIVISION II 16 Core Courses

(2013 and After)




3 years of additional English, mathematics or natural/physical science.



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NCAA DIVISION I SLIDING SCALE CORE GRADE-POINT AVERAGE/

TEST-SCORE Core GPA SAT ACT

Verbal and Math ONLY

3.550 & above 400 37 3.525 410 38 3.500 420 39 3.475 430 40 3.450 440 41 3.425 450 41 3.400 460 42 3.375 470 42 3.350 480 43 3.325 490 44 3.300 500 44 3.275 510 45 3.250 520 46 3.225 530 46 3.200 540 47 3.175 550 47 3.150 560 48 3.125 570 49 3.100 580 49 3.075 590 50 3.050 600 50 3.025 610 51 3.000 620 52 2.975 630 52 2.950 640 53 2.925 650 53 2.900 660 54 2.875 670 55 2.850 680 56 2.825 690 56 2.800 700 57 2.775 710 58 2.750 720 59 2.725 730 59 2.700 730 60 2.675 740-750 61 2.650 760 62 2.625 770 63 2.600 780 64 2.575 790 65 2.550 800 66 2.525 810 67 2.500 820 68 2.475 830 69 2.450 840-850 70 2.425 860 70 2.400 860 71 2.375 870 72 2.350 880 73 2.325 890 74 2.300 900 75 2.275 910 76 2.250 920 77 2.225 930 78 2.200 940 79 2.175 950 80 2.150 960 80 2.125 960 81 2.100 970 82 2.075 980 83 2.050 990 84 2.025 1000 85 2.000 1010 86

For more information, visit the NCAA Eligibility Center website at www.eligibilitycenter.org.

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ANDOVER eCADEMY

CREDIT CHECK SHEET

Name____________________________ Graduation Year____

½ ½ ½ ½

ENGLISH/SPEECH (4 ½) MATH (3) ____ Speech ____ ____ ________________

____ ____ English 9 ____ ____ ________________

____ ____ English 10 ____ ____ ________________

____ ____ English 11 ____ ____ ________________

____ ____ English 12

SCIENCE (3) SOCIAL STUDIES (3) ____ ____ Earth/Space Science ____ ____ World Geography

____ ____ Biology ____ ____ World History

____ ____ Chemistry ____ ____ US History

____ ____ ________________ ____ US Government

PE ( ½ ) HEALTH ( ½ ) COMPUTER STUDIES (½) ____ Health ____ ____ ________________

____ PE

FINE ART (1) ELECTIVES (9) ____ ____ ________________ ____ ____ ________________

____ ____ ________________ ____ ____ ________________

Credits Earned by Year ____ ____ ________________

____ ____ ________________

____ ____ Freshman ____ ____ ________________

____ ____ Sophomore ____ ____ ________________

____ ____ Junior ____ ____ ________________

____ ____ Senior ____ ____ ________________ ____ ____ ________________

COLLEGE RELEASE POLICY

Credit for both high school and college will be awarded for

the successful completion of approved course(s) provided

the following guidelines are maintained:

1) Approval, in advance, must be obtained from the Principal or his designated

representative and must be on file in both the college office and the

eCademy office.

2) A 3-credit hour college class will transfer as .5 high school credit. A 5-

credit hour college class will transfer as 1.0 high school credit. Anything

less than a 3-credit hour class will not transfer as high school credit.

3) Grades earned in a college class for College Release WILL be posted on

the high school transcript and WILL be used for grade point averages,

including honor recognition and rank in class.

4) Tuition and all fees for college courses are the responsibility of the student.

5) The High School Permission Form for College Release must be filled out

and returned to the eCademy office prior to the start of the college class or

high school credit will not be given. A copy of the student’s college

schedule must also be on file in the high school counselor’s office.

Students who do not plan to enroll in a college course for College

Release and who seek only college credit must have the approval, in

advance, of the Principal or his designated representative. This

approval will generally not be denied; however, the school official will

counsel with the student as to the additional demands that could be

placed upon the student and the concern for the student’s social and

academic well being.

Return to Andover eCademy Registrar: 1. Completed and signed HIGH SCHOOL PERMISSION FORM FOR COLLEGE RELEASE (One form must be completed per semester.) 2. Copy of college class schedule 3. Proof of payment

When enrolling in a College Release class(es), the above information must be returned to the Andover eCademy Registrar prior to the start of the college class

or high school credit will not be given.

Andover eCademy

HIGH SCHOOL PERMISSION FORM FOR COLLEGE RELEASE

Name:________________________________________________ Grade: _____

Date:_________________

(Please print)

Course Name Credit Hours Seeking High School Credit (Yes or No-Circle One)

_____________________________ ________ Y N

_____________________________ ________ Y N

_____________________________ ________ Y N

_____________________________ ____ Y N

COLLEGE (please circle): BUTLER COMMUNITY COLLEGE WSU NEWMAN UNIVERSITY COWLEY COLLEGE FRIENDS UNIVERSITY OTHER __________________________________ SEMESTER (please circle one): FALL SPRING SUMMER We have read and understand the policy regarding College Release. Student’s Signature _______________________________________________________________________________ Parent’s Signature _________________________________________________________________________________ Andover eCademy Staff Signature____________________________________________________________________

HIGH SCHOOL COURSE OFFERINGS

Credit: .5=fall or spring semester course and 1.0=year course

LANGUAGE ARTS (4 Language Arts credits required for graduation & .5 of a Speech credit required for graduation)

English 9 or English 9 Honors (Required for Graduation) Grade: 9

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Credit: 1.0 In this course students will gain language arts skills by reading literature, writing, listening, viewing, and speaking. They will learn to use the English language successfully to express themselves.


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Credit: 1.0 Prerequisite: English 9 Student will be exposed to various forms of communication, including verbal, visual, and audio. In addition to evaluating the plot and characters of well-known writers, students will learn to identify themes, create dialogue, and appeal to emotions through their writing.

English 11 or English 11 Honors

(Required for Graduation) Grade: 11

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Credit: 1.0 Prerequisite: English 9, 10 In this course the writing and insights of authors throughout history are collected in a fictitious newspaper called “The Virtual Times.” Students will gain an appreciation of American literature and learn about the times in which it was written.


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Credit: 1.0 Prerequisite: English 9, 10, 11 In this course students will be asked to choose pieces of literature that interests them; analyzing the subject matter and persuasively expressing their own ideas. OR

AP English Literature & Composition Grade: 12

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Credit: 1.0 Prerequisite: English 9, 10, 11 In this course students will develop critical standards for the appreciation of literary works and increase their sensitivity to literature as a shared experience.

Classical Mythology Grade: 9

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(Counts as a Fine Arts Credit) Credit: .5 Mighty heroes. Angry gods and goddesses. Cunning animals. Since the first people gathered around fires, mythology and folklore has been used as a way to make sense of humankind and our world. Beginning with an overview of mythology and different kinds of folklore, students will journey with ancient heroes as they slay dragons and outwit gods, follow fearless warrior women into battle, and watch as clever monsters outwit those stronger than themselves. They will explore the universality and social significance of myths and folklore, and see how these are still used to shape society today.

Speech

(Required for Graduation) Grade: 9

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Credit: .5 This course provides the student with a basic understanding of public speaking and how to prepare and present a variety of speeches.

MATHEMATICS (3 Credits Required for Graduation)

Pre-Algebra Credit: 1.0

This course addresses concepts related to writing algebraic expressions, performing operations with integers and fractions, factoring, simplifying expressions with exponents, writing and solving proportions and percent problems, recognizing linear functions, identifying polygons and solids, displaying data, and finding probabilities. The course shows how to solve one-step and multi-step equations and inequalities that contain integers, fractions, and decimals. The Distributive Property along with properties of addition and multiplication are presented. Equations and formulas that reflect real-world situations are presented. Measures of central tendency as well as computing area, surface area, and volume are also covered. Algebra 1 or Algebra 1 Honors Credit: 1.0 This course contains the basic knowledge students need for all high school math courses. Students will understand the practical use of algebra with hundreds of real-world examples.

Geometry or Geometry Honors Credit: 1.0 Prerequisite: Algebra 1 In this course, students will learn about points, lines, and planes. They will learn about shapes and gain an understanding of how geometry affects the world around us.

Liberal Arts Mathematics Credit: 1.0 Prerequisite: Algebra 1, Geometry This course reinforces existing algebra and geometry skills and explores concepts students will need to master in order to further their study of mathematics.

Algebra 2 or Algebra 2 Honors Credit: 1.0 Prerequisite: Algebra 1, Geometry Starting with the review of basic algebra, students will learn polynomials, quadratic equations, exponential

and logarithmic relations, and probability and statistics. Pre-Calculus Credit: 1.0 Prerequisite: Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2 This course includes analytical geometry and trigonometry. Students, as mathematic analysts, will investigate how advanced mathematics concepts can solve problems encountered in operating national parks.

Calculus Credit: 1.0 Prerequisite: Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2, Pre-Calculus This course includes a study of limits, continuity, and differentiation. It integrates algebraic, trigonometric and transcendental functions, and the applications of derivatives and integrals.

Or AP Calculus AB Grade: 12

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Credit: 1.0 Prerequisites: Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2, Pre-Calculus This course consists of a full high school year of work that is comparable to college and university calculus courses. Taking this course will help prepare students for the Calculus AB Advanced Placement Exam.

Math Assist Grade: 9

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Credit: 1.0 This course is available for help in Algebra 1, Geometry, or Algebra 2 and covers the same standards as the core class with which it is paired. Students will be placed in Math Assist based on grades, test scores, and teacher recommendation. The course may be taken online or through face-to-face teacher instruction. This course may be taken multiple times. This class does not meet Qualified Admissions requirements for math and does not count as a math graduation requirement. It is an elective credit only.

SCIENCE (3 Credits Required for Graduation)

Earth Space Science or Earth Space Science Honors Grade: 9th Credit: 1.0 This is a laboratory course focusing on the study of space and the geologic and atmospheric forces that shape our world. Through experimentation and investigation, students will explore Earth’s cycles including the geosphere, hydrosphere, cryosphere, atmosphere, and the carbon cycle.

Biology or Biology Honors Grade: 10

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Credit: 1.0 Prerequisite: Earth Space Science This course provides an in-depth look at the fundamental characteristics of living organisms. It is designed to promote scientific inquiry and discovery. Students will be introduced to the structure, function, diversity, and evolution of living organisms.

Chemistry or Chemistry Honors Grade: 11

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Credit: 1.0 Prerequisite: Earth Space Science, Biology This course is designed to serve as a foundation for the study of Chemistry and includes scientific inquiry, Web 2.0 tools, interactive experiences, higher order thinking, collaborative projects, real world application, and a variety of assessments.

Physics Grade: 11

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Credit: 1.0 Prerequisite: Earth Space Science, Biology Students will discover the contributions of geniuses like Galileo, Newton, and Einstein. They will learn the concepts, theories, and laws that govern the interaction of matter, energy, and forces.

AP Biology Grade: 12

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Credit: 1.0 Prerequisite: Physical Science, Biology, Chemistry This challenging course is designed to provide a college-level experience. Over two semesters, students are engaged in a wide variety of activities, with substantial emphasis on interpreting and collecting data in virtual labs, writing analytical essays, and mastering biology concepts.

Environmental Science Grade: 9

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Credit: 1.0 This course presents relationships between organisms and how these relationships relate to the functioning of ecosystems. Students learn the key concepts and processes of nutrient cycling, biomes, pollution, energy resources, and habitat destruction. The course also covers ways to promote biodiversity and create a sustainable future.

Astronomy Grade: 9

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Credit: 1.0 Why do stars twinkle? Is it possible to fall into a black hole? Will the sun ever stop shining? Since the first glimpse of the night sky, humans have been fascinated with the stars, planets, and universe that surrounds us. This course will introduce students to the study of astronomy, including its history and development, basic scientific laws of motion and gravity, the concepts of modern astronomy, and the methods used by astronomers to learn more about the universe. Additional topics include the solar system, the Milky Way and other galaxies, and the sun and stars. Using online tools, students will examine the life cycle of stars, the properties of planets, and the exploration of space.

SOCIAL STUDIES World Geography (Required for Graduation) Grade: 9

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Credit: 1.0 This course addresses key concepts of physical and human geography. The course presents information about the United States, Canada, Latin America, Central Europe, Northern Eurasia, Central and Southwest Asia, Africa, South Asia, East Asia, the Pacific world, Antarctica, and Western Europe.

World History or World History Honors (Required for Graduation) Grade: 10

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Credit: 1.0 The purpose of this course is to enable students to understand their connections to the development of civilizations by examining the past to prepare for their future as participating members of a global community.

American History or American History Honors (Required for Graduation) Grade: 11

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Credit: 1.0 Students will look at some of the most profound questions that Americans still debate. They will research many important events throughout the history of America.

Or AP U.S. History Grade: 11

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Credit: 1.0 Woven into the chronology of this course are they key themes of American history. Issues of American identity, diversity, religion, and culture are examined. Economic transformations, the development of politic institutions, and reform movements are evaluated. War, slavery, and demographic changes are assessed. Globalization and environmental issues are analyzed.

U.S. Government or U.S. Government Honors (Required for Graduation) Grade: 12

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Credit: .5 Students will take on the role of a Washington, D.C. intern and spend time working throughout the nation’s capital with all three branches of government. They will gain a greater understanding of the country’s beginnings and how government functions at different levels.

Economics Grade: 11

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Credit: .5 The purpose of this course is to help students become more informed consumers, producers, investors, and taxpayers. Students are shown how their choices directly affect their future.

Psychology Grade: 9

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Credit: .5 Through this highly interactive course students will acquire an understanding of and an appreciation for human behavior, behavior interaction, and the progressive development of individuals.

Sociology Grade: 9

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Credit: .5 In this course students will examine the social structure and culture of society. They will also investigate some of the issues and problems in societies such as crime, poverty, discrimination, racism, and sexism. Learning about the measures that societies use to influence group behavior helps us to understand how societies prevent deviance from group norms.

PHYSICAL EDUCATION / HEALTH Health Opportunities through Physical Education (Required for Graduation) Grade: 9

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Credit: 1.0 This course addresses topics in mental health, social health, nutrition, physical fitness, substance abuse, human development, and preventing disease. The course emphasizes the physical and emotional benefits of making healthful choices and discusses consequences of unhealthful behaviors. Critical thinking is encouraged through the use of open-ended questions, assessments, and videos that present real-life situations.

Independent PE (Counts Towards .5 PE Credit Requirement) Grade: 9

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Credit: .5 (Pass/Fail) (May be repeated for credit.) Students are required to participate in 50 hours of physical activity during the semester to receive a passing grade. Failure to participate in 50 hours of physical activity will result in a failing grade. The course teacher will give activity logs to students at the beginning of the semester. Logs are due to the teacher on a monthly basis. Either the activity sponsor or the student’s parent must verify all activities.

Health (Required for Graduation) Grade: 9

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Credit: .5 Health education is no longer viewed as a supplemental course as it was years ago. Today’s teenager is faced daily with life choices that can be best dealt through education and a healthy lifestyle. Students will find this health course to be both enjoyable and useful because it encompasses important topics about daily life. Each unit will cover issues that will promote a safe, healthy, and active lifestyle. Subjects will range from nutrition and safety to sexuality and the ill effects of drugs on the body.

FINE ARTS

(1 Credit Required for Graduation) Fine Arts Humanities Grade: 9

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Credit 1.0 Students will study many forms of art as well as artists from different time periods. Students will learn how pieces of art can represent geography, politics, religion, economics, philosophy, and social life.

Independent Fine Arts Grade: 9

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Credit: .5 (Pass/Fail) (May be repeated for credit.) Students are required to participate in 50 hours of fine arts activities during the semester to receive a passing grade. Failure to participate in 50 hours of fine arts activities will result in a failing grade. Fine arts activities include: drama, music, and/or art. The course teacher will give activity logs to students at the beginning of the semester. Logs are due to the teacher on a monthly basis. Either the activity sponsor or the student’s parent must verify all activities.

Digital Photography Grade: 9

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Credit: .5 Have you ever wondered how photographers take such great pictures? Have you tried to take photographs and wondered why they didn’t seem to capture that moment that you saw with your eyes? The Digital Photography I course focuses on the basics of photography, including building an understanding of aperture, shutter speed, lighting, and composition. Students will be introduced to the history of photography and basic camera functions. Students will use the basic techniques of composition and camera functions to build a portfolio of images, capturing people, landscapes, close-up, and action photographs.

Advanced Digital Photography Grade: 9

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Credit: .5 In today’s world, photographs are all around us, including in advertisements, on websites, and hung on our walls as art. Many of the images that we see have been created by professional photographers. In this course, we will examine various aspects of professional photography, including the ethics of the profession, and examine some of the areas that professional photographers may choose to specialize in, such as wedding photography and product photography. We will also learn more about some of the most respected professional photographers in history and we will learn how to critique photographs in order to better understand what creates an eye catching photograph.

Music Appreciation Grade: 9

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Credit: .5 Music is part of everyday lives and reflects the spirit of our human condition. To know and understand music, we distinguish and identify cultures on local and global levels. This course will provide students with an aesthetic and historical perspective of music, covering a variety of styles and developments from the Middle Ages through the Twentieth First Century. Students will acquire basic knowledge and listening skills, making future music experiences more informed and satisfying.

COMPUTER STUDIES

(.5 of a Credit Required for Graduation) Computer Applications Grade: 9

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Credit: .5 The course will help prepare students to use basic functions in word processing, spreadsheets, database creation and management, multimedia and collaboration software. The successful completion of this course will introduce students to the most common business applications being used today.

Web Design Grade: 10

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Credit: .5 Students will learn Internet basics, HTML, and the file structure of a well-organized Web site. They will practice creating visually interesting Web pages with clear text, complimentary colors, visual assets, and appealing designs.

Advanced Web Design Grade: 11

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Credit: .5 Prerequisite: Web Design In this course, students will learn how to create a storyboard or blueprint for a Web site. They will become well-versed in Web site navigation, style sheets, graphic creation, digital image optimization, security, and server hosting.

Computer Programming Grade: 9

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Credit: 1.0 Prerequisite: Geometry This course enables students to learn two modern programming languages, Python and Java. This course teaches programming using real-world, practical examples. Students will learn Python by controlling the motion and sensory capabilities of a robot.

STUDY SKILLS Thinking and Learning Strategies Grade: 9

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Credit: .5 In this course, through reading, writing, and math activities, students will develop critical thinking skills and test-taking strategies. Students will also gain reading, writing, organization, and study strategies.

Journalism Grade: 9

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Credit: .5 As students work through each module, they will utilize Web 2.0 tools to respond to current news and shifts in journalism, create original projects, and reflect upon the changing face of news. Authentic assessments, interactive examples, and self-checks will deepen their understanding of the topics covered and prepare them for work or further study in the field of journalism.

Advanced Journalism Grade: 9

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Credit: .5 As students work through each module, they will utilize Web 2.0 tools to respond to current news and shifts in journalism, create original projects, and reflect upon the changing face of news. Authentic assessments, interactive examples, and self-checks will deepen their understanding of the topics covered and prepare them for work or further study in the field of journalism.

Life Management Skills Grade: 9

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Credit: .5 This course guides students as they deal with important decisions by providing them with the facts they need. Students will learn how to deal with real issues that impact their lives every day, such as nutrition, substance abuse, stress, and their health.

Personal Family Finance Grade: 9

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Credit: .5 How do our personal financial habits affect our financial future? How can we make smart decisions with our money in the areas of saving, spending, and investing? This course introduces students to basic financial habits such as setting financial goals, budgeting, and creating financial plans. Students will learn more about topics such as taxation, financial institutions, credit, and money management. The course also addresses how occupations and educational choices can influence personal financial planning, and how individuals can protect themselves from identity theft.

Real World Parenting Grade: 9

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Credit: .5 What is the best way to care for children and teach them self-confidence and a sense of responsibility? Parenting involves more than having a child and providing food and shelter. Learn what to prepare for, what to expect, and what vital steps parents can take to create the best environment for their children. Parenting roles and responsibilities, nurturing and protective environments for children, positive parenting strategies, and effective communication in parent/child relationships are some of the topics covered in this course.

INDEPENDENT LEARNING Community Service 9

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Credit: .5 (Pass/Fail) (May be repeated for credit.) Students are required to participate in 50 hours of community service activities during the semester to receive a passing grade. Failure to participate in 50 hours of community service activities will result in a failing grade. Activity logs will be given to students at the beginning of the semester by the course teacher. Logs are due to the teacher on a monthly basis. Either the activity sponsor or the student’s parent must verify all activities.

FOREIGN LANGUAGE Chinese 1 Grade: 9

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Credit: 1.0 In this course students will learn to engage in basic conversation in Mandarin Chinese, including

greetings, introductions, and the exchange of basic information with others. Chinese 2 Grade: 10

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Credit: 1.0 Prerequisite: Chinese 1 Students will further develop their communication skills at a more advanced level, including listening, speaking, reading, and writing of Mandarin Chinese.

Chinese 3 Grade: 11

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Credit: 1.0 Prerequisite: Chinese 1, 2 In this course, students will learn more about Chinese culture including the origins, histories, anecdotes, and etiquettes for various cultural settings, events, or occasions. They will also gain the ability to compare and contrast the Chinese culture with their own culture as they continue to build their knowledge in vocabulary, sentence patterns, and grammar points in communicative contexts.

Latin 1 Grade: 9

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Credit: 1.0 The purpose of this course is to give students a foundation in Latin grammar and vocabulary. This course will also introduce students to Olympic gods and give a brief overview of Roman history.

Latin 2 Grade: 10

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Credit: 1.0 Prerequisite: Latin 1 In this course, students will build on their knowledge of Latin grammar and vocabulary. Roman engineering, art, commerce, and system of laws will be explored to demonstrate the flexibility of the language.

Latin 3 Grade: 11

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Credit: 1.0 Prerequisite: Latin 1, 2 The purpose of this course is to strengthen Latin vocabulary skills, as well as appreciation for well-crafted writing. Students will go directly to the source and recognize why Latin and those who speak it are still relevant today.

Spanish 1 Grade: 9

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Credit: 1.0 Students will learn basic Spanish grammar to help build their fluency and understanding. There are many opportunities to practice what they learn through interactive practice activities in the form of games, written practice, listening, and speaking exercises.

Spanish 2 Grade: 10

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Credit: 1.0 Prerequisite: Spanish 1 The purpose of this course is to strengthen Spanish listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Students will also experience the beauty and expressiveness of a language that is shared by different people and cultures throughout the world.

Spanish 3 Grade: 11

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Credit: 1.0 Prerequisite: Spanish 1, 2 In this course, students will have many opportunities to perfect the Spanish they learned in previous courses. They will have the chance to further expand their vocabulary and learn about Spanish speaking countries.

AP Spanish Grade: 12

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1. Pre-Algebra 4. Algebra 2 or Liberal Arts Math or Business Math

2. Algebra 5. Advanced Math

3. Geometry

College bound seniors are encouraged to consider college release or dual credit options.

Recommended FRESHMAN Selections

Math Progression ( 3 credits beyond Pre-Algebra in high school required)

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English 12 or AP English

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