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Career & Technical Education

Business and Information Technology

BF102X0 Principles of Business and FinanceThis course introduces students to topics related to business, finance, management and marketing to coverbusiness in the global economy, functions of business organization and management, marketing basics, andsignificance of business financial and risk management. English language arts, social studies, and mathematicsare reinforced. Workbased learning strategies appropriate for this course include mentorship, schoolbasedenterprise, service learning, and job shadowing. DECA (an association for Marketing Education students, andFuture Business Leaders of America (FBLA) competitive events, community service, and leadership activitiesprovide the opportunity to apply essential standards and workplace readiness kills through authenticexperiences.

CREDIT: 1 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 912

BM102X0S Microsoft ITA: Word and PowerPointThe Microsoft IT Academy program connects the world of education to the world of work by enabling students toacquire Microsoft Word and PowerPoint skills in an academic setting. Student will have an opportunity to achieveindustryrecognized Microsoft Certification in both Word and PowerPoint.


BM202X0S Microsoft ITA: Excel and AccessThe Microsoft IT Academy program connects the world of education to the world of work by enabling students toacquire Excel and Access skills in an academic setting. Student will have an opportunity to achieve industryrecognized Microsoft Certification in both Excel and Access.


CS112X0S Project Management IThis course will introduce students to the principles, concepts, and software applications used in themanagement of projects. Through projectbased learning, students will understand how to use the framework ofinitiating, planning, executing, monitoring and controlling, and closing a project in authentic situations. Workbased learning strategies appropriate for this course include cooperative education, entrepreneurship, internship,mentorship, schoolbased enterprise, service learning, and job shadowing. Apprenticeship is not available forthis course. DECA (an association for Marketing Education students), Future Business Leaders of America(FBLA), Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA), and SkillsUSA competitive events,community service, and leadership activities provide the opportunity to apply essential standards and workplacereadiness skills through authentic experiences.


ME112X0S Entrepreneurship IEntrepreneurship is designed for students interested in owning their own business. This course introducesstudents to the rewards and risks of owning or operating a business enterprise. Emphasis is placed on themastery of skills needed to plan, organize, manage and finance a small business. Skills in communication,technical writing, mathematics, research, and problemsolving are reinforced as each student prepares his/her



own business plan. Workbased learning strategies appropriate for this course include cooperative education andpaid/unpaid internships. Simulations, projects, teamwork, and FBLA leadership activities, meetings, conferences,and competitions provide opportunities for application of instructional competencies.


BF052X0S Personal FinanceDo you like money? Learn how to get the most for your money. This course is designed to increase financialliteracy among high school students and prepare them to be successful managers of their personal, family, andenvironmental resources. Students learn to manage resources through authentic applications that are relevantto their lives –e.g., spending plans, cost analyses of consumer products, career plans, comparison shopping,individual and family scenarios, and product care demonstrations. English language arts and mathematics arereinforced. DECA (an association for Marketing Education students), Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA)and Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) competitive events, community service, andleadership activities provide the opportunity to apply essential standards and workplace readiness skills throughauthentic experiences.


BW102X0S Multimedia and Webpage DesignThis course focuses on desktop publishing, graphic image design, computer animation, multimedia production,and webpage design. Communication skills and critical thinking are reinforced through software applications.English language arts and arts are reinforced.

CREDIT: 1 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 1012PREREQUISITE: Prerequisite: Microsoft ITA: Word and PowerPoint

CS132X0 Project Management II TechnologyThis projectbased course focuses on the use of information technology to increase the effectiveness andefficiency of project management. Students will learn operational strategies for managing advanced technologyand innovation as well as how to map the high technology operations environment to business settings.Students must have successfully passed Project Management I to enroll in this course.

CREDIT: 1 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 1012PREREQUISITE: CS112X0S Project Management I

CS972X0S CTE InternshipA CTE Internship allows for additional development of career and technical competencies within a general careerfield. Internships allow students to observe and participate in daily operations, develop direct contact with jobpersonnel, ask questions about particular careers, and perform certain job tasks. This activity is exploratory andallows the student to get handson experience in a number of related activities. The teacher, student and thebusiness community jointly plan the organization, implementation, and evaluation of an internship regardless ofwhether it is an unpaid or paid internship. Students must provide their own transportation to and from theinternship site.


Career Development

CC452X0S Career Management



Career Management is designed to help students examine their personal strengths and interests and how thesemight relate to a career. The course begins with a variety of assessments that provide insights into the student’spersonality. The students will explore career options based on the awareness gained and determine thesecondary and postsecondary educational requirements for the career. Students will then develop a career planinvolving career, education, and personal goals. The course concludes by understanding the fundamentalattitudes and behaviors needed to secure employment and advance in a career. Students will develop skills inresume writing, interviewing, and workplace behavior.


Family and Consumer Science

FE602X0S Parenting and Child DevelopmentYes, this is the class with the babies. This course introduces students to responsible nurturing and basicapplications of child development theory and provides the opportunity for a parenting simulation with the “RealCare” infant simulators. Emphasis is on the parents’ responsibilities and the influences they have on childrenwhile providing care and guidance. Skills in communication, resource management, and problem solving arereinforced in this course. Workbased learning strategies appropriate for this course include field trips andservice learning. FCCLA leadership activities provide the opportunity to apply instructional competencies andworkplace readiness skills to authentic experiences.


FI512X0 Interior Design IThis course focuses on housing needs and options of individuals and families at various stages of the life cycle.Emphasis is placed on selecting goods and services and creating functional, pleasing living environments usingsound financial decisions and principles of design. Topics of study include elements and principles of design,backgrounds and furnishings, architectural styles and features, and functional room design. Art and mathematicsare reinforced. Workbased learning strategies appropriate for this course include cooperative education,entrepreneurship, internship, mentorship, schoolbased enterprise, service learning, and job shadowing.


FN412X0S Foods IDo you like to cook or just want to learn how to make better food choices? Think you might like a career in thefood industry? This course examines the nutritional needs of the individual. Emphasis is placed on therelationship of diet to health, kitchen and meal management, and food preparation. Skills in science andmathematics are reinforced in this course. Workbased learning strategies appropriate for this course includefield trips, job shadowing, and service learning. FCCLA leadership activities provide the opportunity to applyinstructional competencies and workplace readiness skills to authentic experiences.


FN422X0 Foods IIEnterpriseThis course focuses on advanced food preparation techniques while applying nutrition, food science, and testkitchen concepts using new technology. Food safety and sanitation receive special emphasis, with studentstaking the exam for the ServSafe credential from the National Restaurant Association. Students develop skills inpreparing foods such as beverages, salads and dressing, yeast breads, and cake fillings and frostings. A real orsimulated inschool food business component allows students to apply instructional strategies and workplacereadiness skills to an authentic experience to develop a portfolio and to enhance FCCLA activities. Skills inscience, math, management, and communication are reinforced in this course. Workbased learning strategiesappropriate for this course include schoolbased enterprises, field trips, job shadowing, and service learning



CREDIT: 1 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 912PREREQUISITE: Foods I

FU102X0S Teen LivingThis course examines life management skills in the areas of personal and family living; wellness, nutrition, andfoods; financial management; living environments; appropriate child development practices; fashion andclothing; and job readiness. Emphasis is placed on students applying these skills during their teen years.Through simulated experiences, they learn to fulfill their responsibilities associated with the work of the familyand community. Skills in mathematics, communication, science, technology, and personal and interpersonalrelationships are reinforced in this course. Workbased learning strategies appropriate for this course includefield trips and service learning. FCCLA leadership activities provide the opportunity to apply instructionalcompetencies and workplace readiness skills to authentic experiences.


Health Science

HB102X0S Biomedical TechnologyThis course is for students who enjoy being knowledgeable about what’s on the cutting edge of today’shealthcare technology. The subjects discussed range from autopsy to xenogenic transplants. If you like to watchBones, CSI, House, Grey’s Anatomy or any of the other popular medical dramas on television these days thiscourse is definitely the one for you. It will help you understand more of what is being said and done on theseshows and how to become a part of all the excitement.


HU102X0S Health Team RelationsIn this course you will learn the secrets of how the world of health care works. Believe it or not, in the world ofhealthcare there is a different language, a different set of customs, and even a different way of washing yourhands! You get to test out some of the skills used by healthcare workers by learning how to do things like takean apical pulse, feed a patient and stop bleeding. There are many healthcare careers that do much more thanthese skills and many that do much less. Take this course and find out what the world of healthcare has to offeryou. There really is something for everyone in healthcare.


HU402X0S Health Science IThis course is similar to Anatomy and Physiology offered by the Science Department but with a twist. The twistis a Registered Nurse who brings patient and healthcare worker perspectives into the discussions of bodystructures and functions teaches the course. Whether you are leaning toward a career in healthcare or not bytaking this course you will have and understanding of how your body works and what happens when it does notwork right.


HU422X0S Health Science IIThis course is designed to help students expand their understanding of financing and trends of healthcareagencies, fundamentals of wellness, legal and ethical issues, concepts of teamwork, and effectivecommunication. Students will learn healthcare skills related to the Health Science Career Cluster and thehealthcare core standards. Students will receive training for certification in CPR, AED and first aid as well as



technical safety skills, vital sign measurement and infection control. Skills in science, mathematics,communications, and health are integrated in this course. Apprenticeships and cooperative education are notavailable for this course.

CREDIT: 1 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 1112PREREQUISITE: Health Science I

HW142X0S NAS 101: CNA IThis class is offered through Surry Community College. MAHS also offers students the opportunity to completethe NC State Board of Nursing requirements for Certified Nursing Assistant certification. Upon successfulcompletion of all required courses and a passing score on both parts of the state exam the student is able topractice as a CNA in North Carolina and other compact states. This course prepares students to complete NAS102 (CNA II) and NAS 103 (InHome Healthcare). Did you know that a Nurse Aide Certification is now arequirement for entry into nursing programs, as well as several other allied health areas, such as physicaltherapy and radiology technology at the community college and university levels in North Carolina?

CREDIT: 2 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 1112PREREQUISITE: Health Science I and Health Science II

Marketing

MH312X0S Sports and Entertainment Marketing IThis course is for you if you are interested in sports, entertainment or events. Sports icons such as MichaelJordan and Dale Earnhardt, along with entertainers including The Beatles, and events such as the Super Bowlare topics that are cot advertising, media, financial stability of franchises, onsite merchandising, and manyother marketing concepts as they relate to the sports and entertainment industry. As a student in this course,you have the opportunity to join the DECA organization that is solely for marketing students. In thisorganization, you will be participating in fundraising events, community service projects, and the opportunity toparticipate in a Sports and Entertainment Marketing Conference held in Orlando, Florida.


MH322X0 Sports and Entertainment Marketing IIThis course is for you if you have previously taken Sports and Entertainment Marketing I and want to take whatyou learned a step further. Concepts that are included in this curriculum pertain to the impact the industry hason the economy, creating budgets for professional teams and organizations, revenue that the business, player orentertainment receives, expenses that occur, facilities and event management, coordinating an event, alongwith many other indepth concepts relating to sports and entertainment marketing. Previous field trips that havebeen taken in this course include a tour of Hendrick Motor Sports and the Bank of America Stadium. As astudent in this course, you have the opportunity to join the DECA organization that is solely for marketingstudents. In this organization, you will be participating in fundraising events, community service projects, andthe opportunity to participate in a Sports and Entertainment Marketing Conference held in Orlando, Florida.

CREDIT: 1 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 1012PREREQUISITE: Sports and Entertainment Marketing I

MH422X0 Hospitality and Tourism MarketingThis course is designed for you if you are interested in Travel, Tourism, and Recreation. Topics such as themeparks, the Olympics, the economic impact of tourism, research major travel destinations, international travel,travel agents, the hotel industry, restaurant industry, and the cruise industry along with a multitude of othertravel, tourism and recreational marketing concepts. This course provides the opportunity to apply the conceptslearned in class to our local area. Field trips to local businesses are options to help relate about how their



business fits into the curriculum you will be learning. There are several projects that you will be completing inthis course in which one of them you will be able to create a trip fro someone as if you were their travel agent.As a student in this course, you have the opportunity to join the DECA organization that is solely for marketingstudents. In this organization, you will be participating in fundraising events, community service projects, andthe opportunity to participate in a Sports and Entertainment Marketing Conference held in Orlando, Florida.

CREDIT: 1 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 1012PREREQUISITE: Sports and Entertainment Marketing I

Technology Education

TE112X0 Technology Engineering & DesignThis course focuses on the core concepts of technology, engineering, and design. Through engaging activitiesand handson projects, students are introduced to the following concepts: elements and principles of design,basic engineering, problem solving and teamwork. Students apply research and development skills and producephysical and virtual models.


TE122X0 Technological DesignThis course continues to apply the skills, concepts, and principles of design. The design fields of graphics,industrial design, and architecture receive major emphasis. Engineering content and professional practices arepresented through practical application. Working in design teams, students apply technology, science, andmathematics concepts and skills to solve engineering and design problems. Students research, develop, test,and analyze engineering designs using criteria such as design effectiveness, public safety, human factors, andethics. Art, English language arts, mathematics, and science are reinforced.

CREDIT: 1 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 912PREREQUISITE: TE112X0 Technology Engineering & Design

TS212X0 Scientific & Technical Visualization IThis course introduces students to the use of complex graphic tools. Emphasis is placed on the principles,concepts, and use of complex graphic and visualization tools as applied to the study of science and technology.Students use complex 2D graphics, animation, editing, and image analysis tools to better understand, illustrate,explain, and present technical and scientific models.


TS222X0 Scientific & Technical Visualization IIThis course provides students with advanced skills in the use of complex visualization tools for the study ofscience, technology, or mathematical concepts. Students use complex 2D and 3D graphics, animation, editing,and image analysis tools to better understand, illustrate and explain concepts.

CREDIT: 1 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 912PREREQUISITE: TS212X0 Scientific & Technical Visualization I

TS225X0S Scientific & Technical Visualization II HonorsThis course provides students with advanced skills in the use of complex visualization tools for the study ofscience, technology, or mathematical concepts. Students use complex 2D and 3D graphics, animation, editing,and image analysis tools to better understand, illustrate and explain concepts. Students must have successfully



passed Scientific & Visualization I to enroll in this course.COURSE NOTE: Students must have successfully passed Scientific & Visualization I to enroll in this course.

CREDIT: 1 TYPE: Honors GRADE: 912PREREQUISITE: TS212X0 Scientific & Technical Visualization I

Trade and Industrial Education

IC002X0S Core and Sustainable ConstructionThis course covers the National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) Core certificationmodules required for all of the NCCER curriculumarea programs, and an additional Green module. The coursecontent includes: basic safety, introduction to construction math, introduction to hand tools, introduction topower tools, introduction to blueprints, material handling, basic communication skills, and basic employabilityskills, and “Your Role in the Green Environment”. The additional Green module has been added to providestudents with instruction in the green environment, green construction practices, and green building ratingsystems. Also it will help students better understand their personal impacts on the environment and make themmore aware of how to reduce their carbon footprint.


IC612X0 Drafting IThis course introduces students to the use of simple and complex graphic tools used to communicate andunderstand ideas and concepts found in the areas of architecture, manufacturing, engineering, science, andmathematics. Topics include problemsolving strategies, classical representation methods such as sketching,geometric construction techniques, as well as computer assisted design (CAD), orthographic projection, and 3Dmodeling. English language arts, mathematics, and science are reinforced.


IC622X0 Drafting II ArchitecturalThis course focuses on the principles, concepts, and use of complex graphic tools used in the field ofarchitecture, structural systems, and construction trades. Emphasis is placed on the use of computer assisteddesign (CAD) tools in the creation of floor plans, wall sections, and elevation drawings. English language arts,mathematics, and science are reinforced.

CREDIT: 1 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 912PREREQUISITE: IC612X0 Drafting I

IM212X0S Cabinetmaking IThis course introduces career information, employment opportunities, and skills required for work in thefurniture and cabinetmaking industry. Topics include tools and equipment, theory and practice, types of woods,finishes, styles, bonds and fasteners. Skills in mathematics, reading, leadership, safety, and problem solving arereinforced in this course. Workbased learning strategies appropriate for this course are cooperative educationand apprenticeship. Handson work experiences and Skills USA leadership activities provide many opportunitiesto enhance classroom instruction and career development. Geometry is a recommended prerequisite.

CREDIT: 1 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 912PREREQUISITE: Geometry is a recommended prerequisite.

IM222X0S Cabinetmaking II



This course covers development of more advanced knowledge and skills in the furniture and cabinetmakingindustry. Emphasis is placed on construction principles as applied to mass production, and the construction andinstallation of cabinet drawers and doors. Skills in leadership, safety, mathematics, planning, and problemsolving are reinforced in this course. Workbased strategies appropriate for this course are cooperative educationand apprenticeship. Handson work experiences and Skills USA leadership activities provide many opportunitiesto enhance classroom instruction and career development.

CREDIT: 1 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 1012PREREQUISITE: Cabinetmaking I

IM232X0S Cabinetmaking IIIThis course teaches the development of advanced knowledge and skills in the furniture and cabinetmakingindustry. Further emphasis is placed on construction principles applied to mass production and the constructionand installation of cabinet drawers and doors. English language arts and mathematics are reinforced. Workbased learning strategies appropriate for this course include apprenticeship, cooperative education, internship,and job shadowing. SkillsUSA competitive events, community service, and leadership activities provide theopportunity to apply essential standards and workplace readiness skills through authentic experiences.Geometry is recommended as preparation for this course.

CREDIT: 1 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 1012PREREQUISITE: Cabinetmaking II

English

10012X0S English 1AThe reading course is part of a year long English I sequence for students. The course will use a researchbasedprogram to increase student skills necessary for being successful in high school English courses. This course is acorrecting reading program with an emphasis on decoding skills. Students will focus on the literary skills andstrategies needed to effectively and efficiently read both fiction and nonfiction text. A coteaching model will beutilized for increased student support. Teacher recommendation and test scores will be used for placement intothe course.

CREDIT: 1 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 9COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take 10212X0R English 1B

10212X0R English 1BThis section of English I is reserved for students enrolling in the English 1A course. This will be the secondsemester of the yearlong sequence. The English I curriculum emphasizes the study and application of literaryconcepts in short stories, classic novels, young adult literature, a Shakespearean play, poetry, and epic, drama,informational text, writing (including timed essays and short answers), research, rhetoric and argumentation,language analysis, grammatical conventions, words in context, editing, and public speaking. Students areexpected to read widely and deeply from among a broad range of highquality, increasingly challenging literaryand informational texts. Students will learn to use writing as a way of offering and supporting opinions,demonstrating understanding of the subjects they are studying, and conveying real and imagined experiencesand events. They will begin to adapt the form and content of their writing to accomplish a particular task andpurpose. They will develop the capacity to build knowledge on a subject through research projects and torespond analytically to literary and informational sources. Students will have ample opportunities to take part ina variety of rich, structured conversationsas part of whole class, in small groups, and with a partner.

CREDIT: 1 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 9COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take 10012X0S English 1A



10212X0S English IThe English I curriculum emphasizes the study and application of literary concepts in short stories, classicnovels, young adult literature, a Shakespearean play, poetry, and epic, drama, informational text, writing(including timed essays and short answers), research, rhetoric and argumentation, language analysis,grammatical conventions, words in context, editing, and public speaking. Students are expected to read widelyand deeply from among a broad range of highquality, increasingly challenging literary and informational texts.Students will learn to use writing as a way of offering and supporting opinions, demonstrating understanding ofthe subjects they are studying, and conveying real and imagined experiences and events. They will begin toadapt the form and content of their writing to accomplish a particular task and purpose. They will develop thecapacity to build knowledge on a subject through research projects and to respond analytically to literary andinformational sources. Students will have ample opportunities to take part in a variety of rich, structuredconversationsas part of whole class, in small groups, and with a partner.


10215X0S Honors English IThe students in this course will cover all of the material listed for English I. In addition, they will study additionalnovels, cover vocabulary in greater depth, experience more public speaking practices, additional independentwriting assignments and outside readings. Summer reading is required.

CREDIT: 1 TYPE: Honors GRADE: 9PREREQUISITE: 90 or higher in 8th grade Language Arts and level 3 or 4 on EOG

10222X0S English IIThe scope and sequence of literature for North Carolina high school students allows for a literary experience thatcarries not only a global perspective, but an opportunity to view US literature and literary nonfiction within aglobal lens. To that end, English II introduces literary global perspectives focusing on literature from theAmericas (Caribbean, Central, South and North), Africa, Eastern Europe, Asia, Oceania, and the Middle East.Influential US documents and William Shakespeare’s Julius Caesar will also be included. The instructional unitsfocus not only on geographical regions, but also on themes and literary forms that pertain to them. Throughoutthe semester, student work will focus on reading (literature and informational text), speaking and listening,writing and language. Work in and out of the classroom will include: seminars, essays, projects (bothindependent and group), public speaking, tests, quizzes and other types of formative assessment.

CREDIT: 1 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 10PREREQUISITE: English I

10225X0S Honors English IIStudents in this course will cover all of the material listed for English II. In addition they will read more novels,cover vocabulary in greater depth, and have more independent work. They will also have more writing,speaking, and outofclass projects to complete. Only students who have maintained an 85 average or above inEnglish I and who are willing to do extra work are advised to register for this course. Summer reading isrequired.

CREDIT: 1 TYPE: Honors GRADE: 10PREREQUISITE: 90 or higher in English I to move to Honors or Must pass Honors English I to reenroll in thenext Honors Level

10232X0S English IIIThe English III Curriculum revolves around an emphasis on American literature along with a Shakespeare play,poetry, short stories and information texts. Students must read widely and deeply from among a broad range ofhighquality, increasingly challenging literary and informational texts. Students need to learn to use writing as a



way of offering supporting opinions, demonstrating understanding of the subjects they are studying, andconveying real and imagined experiences and events. They learn to appreciate that a key purpose of writing is tocommunicate clearly to and external, sometimes unfamiliar audience and they begin to adapt the form andcontent of their writing to accomplish a particular task and purpose. They develop the capacity to buildknowledge on a subject through research projects and to respond analytically to literary and informationalsources. Students must have ample opportunities to take part in a variety of rich, structured conversationsaspart of a whole class, in small groups, and with a partner. Students must gain control over many conventions ofStandard English grammar, usage, and mechanics as well as learn other ways to use language to conveymeaning effectively. They must also be able to determine or clarify the meaning of gradeappropriate wordsencountered through listening, reading and media use; come to appreciate that words have nonliteral meanings,shadings of meaning, and relationships to other words; and expand their vocabulary in the course of studyingcontent. Students will complete a research paper for the NC Graduation Project.

CREDIT: 1 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 11PREREQUISITE: English II

10235X0S Honors English IIIStudents in this course will cover all of the material listed for English III. They will study additional selectionsfrom American literature and will also have more advanced writing assignments including creative and literarywriting assignments, and more intensive vocabulary study. Research papers for this class will be written onliterary topics. Only students who have maintained an 85 average or above in English II and who are willing todo extra work are advised to register for this course. Summer reading required.

CREDIT: 1 TYPE: Honors GRADE: 11PREREQUISITE: 90 or higher in English II to move into Honors or Must pass Honors English II in order toenroll in the next Honors level.

10357X0SA AP English Language (Spring)This course will prepare students for the AP Language exam. For this exam, students will develop skills inexpository writing, advanced composition and rhetoric similar to what is expected in college freshman Englishcourses. Students will be asked to purchase several books and resources. Students will be required to take theCollege Board Advanced Placement exam.

CREDIT: 1 TYPE: Advanced Placement GRADE: 1112PREREQUISITE: 93 or higher in Hon English III or Hon English IV and/or teacher recommendation

10242X0S English IVThis course will give students a final high school review of the skills needed to prepare them for attendingcollege or with securing a job. Students will focus on selections from British Literature based on the literary timeperiods to include and epic, a legend, a Shakespearean play, poetry, fiction, and nonfiction accounts. Studentswill write a narrative and argumentative essay during the course of the semester. Students will also do careershadowing and develop the oral presentation for the Senior Project during the semester and will be expected tocreate electronic/multimedia visual aids for their presentations.

CREDIT: 1 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 12PREREQUISITE: English III

10245X0S Honors English IVStudents in this course will cover all of the material listed for English IV. They will study additional selectionsfrom British literature and will also have more advanced writing assignments including narrative writing andliterary analysis. Research papers for the class will be written on literary topics. Only collegebound studentswho have maintained an 85 average or above in English III and are willing to do extra work are advised toregister for this course. Summer reading is required.



CREDIT: 1 TYPE: Honors GRADE: 12PREREQUISITE: 90 or higher in English III to move into Honors or Must pass Honors English III to reenroll inthe next Honors level.

Fine Arts

Music

52162X0S Music AppreciationMusic Appreciation class is a fine arts course open to any students in grades 9 – 12. This class is for studentswho want to learn more about music but do not want to be in a performance class. The student will learn aboutmusic through listening, playing instruments, and composing. Activities include: · piano lab · drum circles ·compositions using nontraditional sounds (STOMP) · listening and analyzing all types of music · instrumentexploration with instruments such as guitar, dulcimer, banjo, ukulele


52302X0S Beginner ChorusThe Mount Airy High School Chorus is a fine arts course for students in grades 9 – 12 that enjoy singing. Thestudent will learn to read music, and sing with correct vocal technique. The chorus will sing a wide variety ofmusic styles in several concerts during the semester.


52312X0S Intermediate ChorusThe Mount Airy High School Chorus is a fine arts course for students in grades 9 – 12 that enjoy singing. Thestudent will learn to read music, and sing with correct vocal technique. The chorus will sing a wide variety ofmusic styles in several concerts during the semester.


52552X0 Marching Band I – IV (fall semester)AFTER SCHOOL Course content includes developing performance skills to the highest possible levels; playing arange of music literature which covers various style periods and instrumental forms; enveloping a concept of thebasic principles of music interpretation; developing music reading skills, and developing a working knowledge ofbasic theory, interpretative marketing, and nomenclature. Students will also be expected to develop anunderstanding of musical style and historical background of the compositions performed. Band members will beexpected to perform at school athletic events, concerts and other special school events. Beginning with the20112012 academic year, Marching Band will be held after school each day during the fall semester. Studentswill receive credit for this course unless they are already enrolled in a fifth course online.

CREDIT: 1 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 912PREREQUISITE: Appropriate previous level

52585X0 Concert Band I – IV (spring semester)This class is designed to refine students’ perception of music. It allows for musical expression and understandingthrough the study of music history, appropriate musical symbols, and provides an understanding of musicalstyles, periods, composers, and cultures. Students must adhere to state guidelines and be proficient in advanced



levels of performing, conducting, listening, appreciating, analyzing, researching in written reports, composingand using current technology.

CREDIT: 1 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 912PREREQUISITE: appropriate previous level

52157X0 AP Music TheoryAP Music Theory is for students who wish to pursue music on a college level. AP Music Theory includes the studyof melody, harmony, texture, rhythm, and form. These concepts are taught through analysis, ear training, sightsinging, and notation. Students will be required to take the Advanced Placement Exam at the end of the course.

CREDIT: 1 TYPE: Advanced Placement GRADE: 1012PREREQUISITE: At least one music credit and student must pass the entrance exam

52325X0S Proficient Chorus HonorsProficient Chorus Honors is a fine arts course for students in grade 1012that enjoy singing. The student willcontinue to work on interpreting choral music and singing with correct vocal technique. The chorus will sing awide variety of music styles in several concerts during the semester.

CREDIT: 1 TYPE: Honors GRADE: 1012PREREQUISITE: 52302X0S Beginner Chorus or 52312X0S Intermediate Chorus

52325X0SC Proficient Concert ChoirThe Concert Choir is a fine arts class for students that excel in choral music. This course will developperformance skills to the highest possible level. The ensemble will perform a variety of repertoire in differentlanguages. The Show Choir will perform in All County Honors Chorus, the MAHS Talent Show, the Spring PopsConcert as well as performances in our community. The student will have the opportunity to participate in NCHonors Chorus, All State Chorus, Mars Hill Choral Festival and Solo and Ensemble.COURSE NOTE: Audition Required.

CREDIT: 1 TYPE: Honors GRADE: 1012

52335X0SV Advanced Chorus HonorsAdvanced Chorus Honors is a fine arts course for students that excel in choral music. The student will continueto work on interpreting choral music and singing with correct vocal technique. In addition, the student willsucceed in sight singing, musical notation, and piece analysis. As a leader in the chorus, they will conduct theirsection in warm ups and section rehearsals. The chorus will sing a wide variety of music styles in severalconcerts during the semester.

CREDIT: 1 TYPE: Honors GRADE: 1112PREREQUISITE: 52302X0S Beginner Chorus or 52312X0S Intermediate Chorus or 52325X0S ProficientChorus Honors

Theatre Arts

53152X0S Beginning Theatre ArtsStudents will study units on Tragedy and Comedy, kinds of stages, stage movement anddirection,characterization and voice development. Students will study these units through activities such aswarm up games, improvisation, and acting in scenes. Students will participate either on stage or backstage in aplay at the end of the semester.




53162X0S Intermediate Theatre ArtsIntermediate Theatre Arts is a fine arts class for students that would like to continue the study of theatre. Thestudent will study units on history of the theatre, the playwright, the director and producer, the cast, andblocking. Activities include: writing a scenario, performing a Shakespeare soliloquy, creating a rehearsalschedule, blocking a scene and analyzing a play. The student will participate in a warm up activity, improvisationand creating scenes. The student will participate either on stage or backstage in a play at the end of thesemester.

CREDIT: 1 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 912PREREQUISITE: Beginning Theatre Arts

53175X0S Honors Proficient Theatre ArtsProficient Theatre Arts is a fine arts class for students that would like to continue the study of theatre. Thestudent will study units on set design and construction, make up and costumes, lighting and sound. Students willexplore these units through creating and constructing a set, creating a lighting plan and creating and recording asound effects cue sheet. The students will also work on characterization through makeup and costumes.Students will participate in warm up activities, improvisation and scene creation. Students will participate in aplay at the end of the semester.

CREDIT: 1 TYPE: Honors GRADE: 1012PREREQUISITE: 53162X0S Intermediate Theatre Arts

53185X0 Honors Advanced Theatre ArtsHonors Theater class is for students who excel in theater arts, have excellence attendance, and have shownleadership in Theater I and II. The student must have the honors contract signed by the teacher and parentprior to the beginning of class. In addition to regular class activities the student will: · Research and present areport on an established actor and director · Research and present a possible career other than acting in theTheatre · Direct a Warm up activity once a week · Direct an Improvisational Activity each six weeks · Assumeleadership roles in class · Participate in outside class activities as required

CREDIT: 1 TYPE: Honors GRADE: 1012PREREQUISITE: Beginning and Intermediate Theatre Arts

53185X0S Honors Advanced Theatre ArtsAdvanced Theatre Arts is a fine arts class for students that excel in theatre arts. The student will continueworking on set design and construction, makeup and costumes, lighting and sound. In addition to these unites,they will analyze a theatrical play. The students will also write, produce and direct an original play. Students willlead warm up activities, improvisation and scene creation. Students will participate in a play at the end of thesemester.

CREDIT: 1 TYPE: Honors GRADE: 1112PREREQUISITE: Beginning and Intermediate Theatre Arts

Visual Art

54152X0S Beginning Visual ArtBeginning Art deals with the fundamentals of drawing and painting. The Art I student is given the opportunity toexplore a variety of visual arts media while studying the relationships of two and threedimensional elements



and principles of design. Art I will cover art appreciation and art history in an attempt to develop knowledge andappreciation of art in the past and present.


54162X0S Intermediate Visual ArtIntermediate Art will continue experiences with 2dimensional and 3dimensional media, but will place strongemphasis on experimentation into the different techniques possible within each media. Drawing, painting,graphics, sculpture and ceramics will be studied in depth with a short unit in textile design. Intermediate Art willalso include an introduction into commercial design, including airbrush.

CREDIT: 1 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 912PREREQUISITE: Beginning Art

54175X0S Proficient Visual ArtsNo description available

CREDIT: 1 TYPE: Honors GRADE: 1012PREREQUISITE: 54162X0S Intermediate Visual Art

54185X0S Advanced Visual Arts HonorsAdvanced Art will place strong emphasis on composition and technique from Beginning and Intermediate Art. Toreach this goal, the Advanced Art course will be taught individually, with each student building on a high qualityportfolio consisting of a variety of media they have chosen themselves. Advanced Art will also explore thevarious career opportunities available in the visual arts, with units in printmaking, photography, and computergraphics.

CREDIT: 1 TYPE: Honors GRADE: 1112PREREQUISITE: Art II

54537X0S AP ArtThe AP Art student should have the kind of strong interest in art that will reflect itself in his or her sketchbook orportfolio. The AP Art student is a career oriented student preparing a professional style portfolio representing avariety of experimental media. The AP Art student will be responsible for setting up an individual show of his/herwork at the end of the school year. It is recommended that students have maintained a B average in allprerequisite courses. Students will be required to submit a portfolio for the College Board Advanced Placementexam.

CREDIT: 1 TYPE: Advanced Placement GRADE: 12PREREQUISITE: Art IV

Foreign Language

11212X0S Mandarin Chinese IThe goal of this course is to give students basic listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills through themodules and diverse activities based on pedagogically proven methods of foreign language instruction. Simplegrammatical structures are practiced in innovative and interesting ways with a variety of learning styles in mind.Weekly practice with conversation coaches and the instructor is provided online. Culture is presented throughoutthe course to help students understand the context of the language and to better understand the perspectives ofthe Mandarin Chinese language. The course is aligned to the national Foreign Language standards and provides



a way to focus on the five important aspects of foreign language instruction: communication, culture,connections, comparisons and community. These are the "Five C's of the Foreign Language Education" asoutlined in Standards for Foreign Language Learning: Preparing for the 21st Century.


11412X0S Spanish ISpanish I is an introduction to the study of the Spanish language and its culture. The emphasis is placed on thedevelopment of the four skills of listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Students learn about the culturethrough listening to music, cultural days that include authentic food and once a semester field trip to a localMexican restaurant Students acquire some insight into how languages and cultures work by comparing Spanishlanguage and culture(s) to their own.


11422X0S Spanish IISpanish II involves continuing development of the four language skills (speaking, understanding, reading,writing and grammar), as begun in Spanish I, with an increasing appreciation of the foreign cultures. Wecontinue our culture days and field trip activities. Students learn to communicate by developing knowledge ofmore complex structures in the language, including idiomatic expressions and vocabulary acquisition.

CREDIT: 1 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 912PREREQUISITE: Spanish I

11222X0S Mandarin Chinese IIThe goal of this course is to give students basic listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills through themodules and diverse activities based on pedagogically proven methods of foreign language instruction. Simplegrammatical structures are practiced in innovative and interesting ways with a variety of learning styles in mind.Weekly practice with conversation coaches and the instructor is provided online. Culture is presented throughoutthe course to help students understand the context of the language and to better understand the perspectives ofthe Mandarin Chinese language. The course is aligned to the national Foreign Language standards and providesa way to focus on the five important aspects of foreign language instruction: communication, culture,connections, comparisons and community. These are the "Five C's of the Foreign Language Education" asoutlined in Standards for Foreign Language Learning: Preparing for the 21st Century.

CREDIT: 1 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 1012PREREQUISITE: 11212X0S Mandarin Chinese I

11257X0 AP Chinese Language and CultureAP Chinese Language and Culture is a course which follows the College Board course guidelines for and preparesstudents to be successful on the AP Chinese Language and Culture exam. Emphasizing the use of the Chineselanguage for active communication, the AP Chinese Language and Culture course has as its objectives thedevelopment of advanced listening comprehension, reading without the use of a dictionary, expandedconversational skills, fluent and accurate written expression, and strong command of vocabulary and structure ofthe Mandarin Chinese language.

CREDIT: 1 TYPE: Advanced Placement GRADE: 1012PREREQUISITE: 11235X0S Mandarine Chinese III Honors

11435X0S Spanish III HonorsSpanish III continues with the development of the four basic language skills with increased emphasis on writtenexpression and reading comprehension. Cultural studies continue. Use of subjective mood is introduced anddeveloped through continued exposure to Hispanic history and literature.



CREDIT: 1 TYPE: Honors GRADE: 1012PREREQUISITE: Spanish I and II with a grade of 85 or higher

11235X0S Mandarine Chinese III HonorsThe goal of this course is to give students basic listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills through themodules and diverse activities based on pedagogically proven methods of foreign language instruction. Simplegrammatical structures are practiced in innovative and interesting ways with a variety of learning styles in mind.Weekly practice with conversation coaches and the instructor is provided online. Culture is presented throughoutthe course to help students understand the context of the language and to better understand the perspectives ofthe Mandarin Chinese language. The course is aligned to the national Foreign Language standards and providesa way to focus on the five important aspects of foreign language instruction: communication, culture,connections, comparisons and community. These are the "Five C's of the Foreign Language Education" asoutlined in Standards for Foreign Language Learning: Preparing for the 21st Century.

CREDIT: 1 TYPE: Honors GRADE: 1112PREREQUISITE: 11222X0S Mandarin Chinese II

11445X0S Spanish IV HonorsIn Spanish IV the study of all basic language skills are continued. More complex grammatical structures areintroduced through increased study of Hispanic history and literature. Emphasis is placed on oral and writtenpersonal expressions.

CREDIT: 1 TYPE: Honors GRADE: 1112PREREQUISITE: Spanish III with a grade of B or higher

Health and Physical Education

62022X0M Strength and Conditioning for Males – Advanced Physical FitnessThis is an advanced weightlifting class for males with intense training. This includes training with weights,flexibility, speed, and cardiovascular activities. We operate on a high intensity format. Focus is on major musclegroups. This is not body shaping, body building, body toning, or power lifting. This class is about training like anathlete whether or not you play a sport.


62022X0S Physical FitnessActivities are provided that will enable students to develop a high degree of total fitness, develop an interest inworthwhile recreational activities of high value, and encourage students to develop lifelong fitness habits. Inaddition, this course will address rules, terminology and strategies of selected sports to include weight training,volleyball, whiffle ball, basketball, tennis and other team and individual sports.


63022X0S Health and Physical Educationnormally taken in the 9th grade year This course combines a health curriculum and a physical educationcomponent aimed at helping students live and work in the healthiest ways possible. The health component of thecourse covers mental health, nutrition, chemical and substance abuse, consumer health, safety, and first aid,family life and chronic diseases. In the physical education component, teachers provide instruction in fitness,movement, lifetime sports and games.




90152A Advanced Phys.Ed/Field MaintenanceThis course teaches care of athletic complexes such as the fields, field houses, and surrounding grounds.


Mathematics

20202X0S Introductory MathematicsPreAlgebra is an introductory mathematics course that provides students a variety of preparatory topics for highschool mathematics, including the foundations for high school algebra and geometry. Topics are covered at aslower pace and are more in depth to ensure basic algebra skills are learned to better prepare students for theAlgebra I curriculum. PreAlgebra is offered in the spring semester and is a class students are placed in based ontheir 8th grade math performance.

CREDIT: 1 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 9COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take 20502X0SS Algebra Connections (Spring)

20502X0SS Algebra Connections (Spring)This course is reserved for students taking the Introductory Mathematics course. Algebra Connections is the firstcourse of a two semester study of Common Core Math I. In this course, students will study half of the NorthCarolina Curriculum. Topics include solving equations and graphing lines. Students must follow this course withCommon Core Math I and take the state mandated EOC test in Common Core Math I following the completion ofCommon Core Math I.

CREDIT: 1 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 9COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take 20202X0S Introductory Mathematics

22015X0 Common Core Math II Honors (8th Grade Math I Students)This course is available for selection on for students completing Common Core Math I in the 8th grade. CommonCore Math II Honors continues a progression of the standards established in Math I. In addition to thesestandards, Math II includes: polynomials, congruence and similarity of figures, trigonometry with triangles,modeling with geometry, probability, making inferences and justifying conclusions. There is a state mandatedNC Final Exam at the end of the course.


20502X0S Algebra Connections (Part 1)Algebra Connections is the first course of a two semester study of Common Core Math I. In this course, studentswill study half of the North Carolina Curriculum. Topics include solving equations and graphing lines. Studentsmust follow this course with Common Core Math I and take the state mandated EOC test in Common Core MathI/Algebra I following the completion of Common Core Math I.

CREDIT: 1 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 911COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take 21032X0S Common Core Math I (Part 2)



21032X0S Common Core Math I (Part 2)Common Core Math I is the second course of a two semester sequence. This course provides students theopportunity to study concepts of algebra, geometry, functions, number and operations, statistics and modelingthroughout the course. These concepts include expressions in the real number system, creating and reasoningwith equations and inequalities, interpreting and building simple functions, expressing geometric properties andinterpreting categorical and quantitative data. There is a state mandated NC Final Exam at the end of thecourse.

CREDIT: 1 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 911COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take 20502X0S Algebra Connections (Part 1)

22012X0S Common Core Math IICommon Core Math II continues a progression of the standards established in Math I. In addition to thesestandards, Math II includes: polynomials, congruence and similarity of figures, trigonometry with triangles,modeling with geometry, probability, making inferences and justifying conclusions. There is a state mandatedNC Final Exam at the end of the course.

CREDIT: 1 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 912PREREQUISITE: Common Core Math I

21032X0SF Common Core Math I (Fall)Common Core Math I is the second course of a two semester sequence. This course provides students theopportunity to study concepts of algebra, geometry, functions, number and operations, statistics and modelingthroughout the course. These concepts include expressions in the real number system, creating and reasoningwith equations and inequalities, interpreting and building simple functions, expressing geometric properties andinterpreting categorical and quantitative data. There is a state mandated NC Final Exam at the end of thecourse.

CREDIT: 1 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 1012PREREQUISITE: 20502X0S Algebra Connections (Part 1)

23012X0S Common Core Math IIICommon Core Math III progresses from the standards learned in Math I and Math II. IN addition to thesestandards, Math III extends to include algebraic concepts such as: the complex number system, inversefunctions, trigonometric functions and the unit circle. Math III also includes the geometric concepts of conics andcircles. There is a state mandated NC Final Exam at the end of the course.

CREDIT: 1 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 1012PREREQUISITE: Common Core Math I and II

23015X0 Honors Math IIIHonors Common Core Math III progresses from the standards learned in Math I and Honors Math II. In additionto these standards, Honors Math III extends to include algebraic concepts such as: the complex number system,inverse functions, trigonometric functions and the unit circle. Honors Math III also includes the geometricconcepts of conics and circles. Honors Math III will dive deeper into these concepts than Academic Math III.


24002X0S Advanced Functions & ModelingAdvanced Functions & Modeling provides students with a study of modeling and applying functions. Students



should have a strong understanding of Algebra I and Algebra II concepts prior to beginning this course.Applications include the areas of home, work, recreation, consumer issues, and scientific investigations.Students will also be introduced to basic probability and statistics. The purchase of a graphing calculator (TI 83+or TI 84+) is required for this course. Students will be required to take the NC Final Exam at the end of thecourse.

CREDIT: 1 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 1112PREREQUISITE: Common Core Math III

24035X0S Honors PreCalculusHonors PreCalculus is a fastpaced study of Advanced Algebra and Trigonometry. This class will prove to bemore challenging than Algebra II; therefore, it is essential that students have a very strong understanding ofAlgebra I and Algebra II topics prior to beginning Honors PreCalculus. The purchase of a graphing calculator (TI83+ or TI 84 +) is required for this class. Students will be required to take the NC Final Exam at the end of thecourse.

CREDIT: 1 TYPE: Honors GRADE: 1112PREREQUISITE: 85% of higher in Common Math III

25005X0S Honors Fifth Year Math (part 1 of yearlong course)Honors Fifth Year Math is the first course of a two semester study of Calculus. This course includes a rigorousdiscussion of limits, continuity of functions, and differentiation. Emphasis is placed on theory, applications, andhigher level thinking skills. A strong understanding of PreCalculus is essential for success in this course. Thepurchase of a graphing calculator (TI 83+ or TI 84+) is required for this class.

CREDIT: 1 TYPE: Honors GRADE: 12PREREQUISITE: 85 or higher in Honors PreCalculusCOREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take 25017X0S AP Calculus AB (part 2 of yearlongcourse)

25017X0S AP Calculus AB (part 2 of yearlong course)AP Calculus is the second course of a two semester study of Calculus. This course includes a rigorous discussionof techniques and applications of antidifferentiation. Emphasis is placed on theory, applications, and higher levelthinking skills. A strong understanding of Honors Calculus is essential prior to beginning AP Calculus. Thepurchase of a graphing calculator (TI 83+ or TI 84+) is required for this course. Students will be required totake the College Board Advanced Placement exam at the end of this course.

CREDIT: 1 TYPE: Advanced Placement GRADE: 12COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take 25005X0S Honors Fifth Year Math (part 1 ofyearlong course)

North Carolina School of Science and Math IVC

30205X0SA NCSSM Honors Forensic Science: AnthropologyThis upper level science course provides a broad overview of forensic anthropology – an applied field ofbiological anthropology that seeks to recover, identify, and evaluate human skeletal remains within a medicolegal context. In this course, students will learn to identify the bones of the human skeleton, as well as basicrecovery techniques and crime scene investigation. We will then apply this knowledge towards the techniquesused by forensic anthropologists to determine sex, age at death, ancestry, and stature; and how to estimatetime since death and identification of trauma to bone. Finally, students will explore the role forensic



anthropologists play in mass disaster and human rights investigations, as well as the associated ethicalresponsibilities that come with working with human skeletal remains. This course requires the ability to writeclear and concise lab and investigative reports. Good writing skills are imperative.


30205X0SAE NCSSM Honors Aerospace and EngineeringIn this course, students design problems related to aerospace information systems, astronautics, rocketry,propulsion, the physics of space science, space life sciences, the biology of space science, principles ofaeronautics, structures and materials, and systems engineering. Using 3D design software, students work inteams utilizing handson activities, projects, and problems and are exposed to various situations encountered byaerospace engineers.


30205X0SFS NCSSM Honors Forensic ScienceThis course focuses on the application of basic biological, chemical and physical science principles andtechnological practices to the purposes of justice in the study of forensic science as it relates to judicial and civilissues. The class is designed around authentic performance assessments with students working in teams tosolve crimes using scientific knowledge and reasoning. Through lab work, students will apply inference anddeductive reasoning to the investigation and potential solving of crimes. It involves all areas of science includingbiology, anatomy, chemistry, physics, and earth science with an emphasis in complex reasoning and criticalthinking. In addition, students must incorporate the use of technology, communication skills, language arts, art,family and consumer science, mathematics and social studies. This course requires the ability to write clear andconcise lab and investigative reports. Good writing skills are imperative. This course also deals with graphiccontent. Parents are asked to sign a permission slip at the beginning of the course, but students are expected tobe mature when dealing with this content.


33605X0S NCSSM Honors Genetics and BiotechnologyWhat do crime scene investigations, agriculture, medicine, conservation biology and manufacturing have incommon? They have all been revolutionized by biotechnology! Almost every day we read about newdevelopments in the rapidly changing fields of genetics and DNAbased biotechnology. In this course, studentswill first explore classical genetics and then move onto examining the structure and function of DNA andproteins. With stateoftheart laboratory experiments, students will analyze DNA fingerprints from a crimescene, genetically transform bacteria and investigate their own DNA! Finally, they will survey the applications ofbiotechnology in many diverse fields and discuss in depth how biotechnology is changing our daily lives and ourfuture. With the decline of traditional manufacturing in North Carolina, biotechnology is positioned to become avital part of North Carolina’s 21st century economy.


25117X0S NCSSM AP StatisticsThe second semester covers the methods of inferential statistics (hypothesis testing and confidence intervals).The semester’s work includes ongoing review of the first semester topics and preparation for the AP exam

CREDIT: 1 TYPE: Advanced Placement GRADE: 1112COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take 30205X0SS NCSSM Honors Statistics

30205X0SS NCSSM Honors StatisticsThis first part of a yearlong course covers the content of a typical introductory college course in statistics. In



colleges and universities, the number of students who take a statistics course is almost as large as the numberof students who take a calculus course. (At least one statistics course is typically required for majors such asengineering, psychology, sociology, health science, mathematics, and business.) The first semester will providean overview and introduction to statistics, and introduce students to the major concepts and the tools forcollecting, analyzing, and drawing conclusions from data. The completion of the summer assignment ismandatory.

CREDIT: 1 TYPE: Honors GRADE: 1112COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take 25117X0S NCSSM AP Statistics

Other

00012X0A Individual CurriculumIndividual Curriculum is a study hall period for students in the exceptional children's program. This small groupsetting allows close teacher to student collaboration for reinforcement of course information.


99359X0AI Teacher AssistantAs a teacher assistant, you work with your assigned teacher to complete such tasks as running copies, preparinglaboratory setups, or other tasks as designated. This course does not receive credit.


Science

33202X0S BiologyBiology is the scientific study of living systems. Laboratory investigations are used to explore biological conceptsincluding the nature of life, the continuity of life, the diversity of life, and ecological relationships.

CREDIT: 1 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 911PREREQUISITE: 9th grade: Level IV on 8th grade Algebra I EOC

33205X0 Honors BiologyHonors Biology is designed for the student who plans to follow an accelerated science curriculum in high school.This course will stress indepth content study with emphasis on problem solving and critical thinking skills usingmath and other science process skills. Emphasis is on the nature of science and scientific inquiry. These aredeveloped by use of process skills and manipulative skills through laboratory activities. Laboratory and contentstudy combine to help the student develop a positive attitude toward science and to understand the contributionof science and technology in shaping society. The course is structured around three major themes: Chemical andPhysical Basis of Life, Continuity of Life, and Ecology.


34102X0S Physical SciencePhysical Science is a survey of concepts relating to matter and energy. Students gain exposure to many of the



fundamental laws and theories of chemistry and physics. Many of these concepts are explored in laboratoryinvestigations and described mathematically.

CREDIT: 1 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 912PREREQUISITE: Algebra I

35012X0S Earth/Environmental ScienceEarth/Environmental Science includes the study of the earth, ecological environments, and the universe.Earth/Environmental science describes a varied group of sciences including geology, meteorology, climatology,oceanography, astronomy, marine biology, and field ecology. Earth/Environmental science relies on laboratorywork to explore many concepts.


34202X0S ChemistryAcademic Chemistry provides a thorough study of the structure and properties of matter. Laboratoryinvestigations are used to explore chemical principles. Most chemical concepts are expressed quantitatively;therefore good math skills are necessary.

CREDIT: 1 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 1012PREREQUISITE: Algebra II/Common Core Math III

31107X0 AP Environmental ScienceThis course is intended to enable students to undertake a more advanced study of topics in environmentalscience. It is an interdisciplinary program that studies the interrelationships of the natural world, identifies andanalyzes environmental problems both natural and human made, evaluates the relative risks associated withthese problems, and examines alternate solutions for resolving and/or preventing them. Students in this classwill take the AP Environmental Science Exam at the end of the year.

CREDIT: 1 TYPE: Advanced Placement GRADE: 1112

33305X0SR Honors Human Anatomy and PhysiologyHuman Anatomy and Physiology is a detailed study of the composition, structure, functioning of cells, tissues,organs, and systems of the human body. The course will utilize experimental labs in physiology as well as animaldissections to demonstrate key relationships between structure and function. This course is offered onalternating years.

CREDIT: 1 TYPE: Honors GRADE: 1112PREREQUISITE: Biology with a grade of 93 or above

34305X0S Honors PhysicsHonors Physics provides a thorough investigation of the behavior and structure of matter, including the study ofmotion, heat, sound, light, electricity, magnetism, and nuclear energy. Laboratory investigations are used toexplore these concepts. Honors Physics requires very sophisticated and fluent skills in algebra, geometry, andtrigonometry. Due to the academic rigor, independence of thought, and extra expectations, this level of physicsfar surpasses the standards outlined by the North Carolina Standard Course of Study.

CREDIT: 1 TYPE: Honors GRADE: 1112PREREQUISITE: Algebra II/Common Core Math III with a 93 or above

Social Studies



43035X0S Honors World HistoryStudents in this course will cover all of the material listed in the World History course. In addition, students willbe required to do more analytical reading, writing, and research. This course will cover more content and moveat a faster pace than the regular World History course.

CREDIT: 1 TYPE: Honors GRADE: 9PREREQUISITE: Level IV on 8th grade reading EOG

43032X0S World HistoryThis is a survey course dealing primarily with the emergence and spread of the various cultures of the WesternWorld. Emphasis is given to World Cultures and their counterparts on the American continent. Course contentincludes the emergence of Western civilization, the Middle Ages, transition to modern times, revolution, and therise of Nationalism, the Age of Imperialism, World Wars, totalitarianism, and the Western World in change.


42092X0S Civics and EconomicsCivics and Economics consists of a civics component dealing with the free enterprise system and how it differsfrom other economic systems. Course content includes a study of history, process, and functions of theAmerican governmental system from the beginning through the present. In addition, the course includes a studyof the American economic system and how to function as a citizen of the United States.


42095X0S Honors Civics & EconomicsHonors Civics and Economics is accelerated, more challenging, and provides a more indepth study of pertinentcontent than Civics and Economics. Critical analysis, application, and expression of ideas through variousresearch projects and reactionary writing assignments are included. This course prepares students for advancedSocial Studies classes. Strong writing skills are highly recommended.

CREDIT: 1 TYPE: Honors GRADE: 10PREREQUISITE: 85 in Honors World History

43042X0S American History I (Fall semester)This is Part I of the yearlong U.S. History course required for graduation. This course is a survey study of thehistorical, political, and economic development of the United States from the colonial period to the end of theSpanish American War. Students will obtain the background necessary to continue with the study of AmericanHistory from the Civil War to the present day.

CREDIT: 1 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 1112COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take 43052X0S American History II (Spring semester)

43052X0S American History II (Spring semester)This course is a survey study of the historical, political, and economic development of the United States from1900 to the present day. Students will derive a mature appreciation of our heritage and an informed desire toaccept the responsibilities of citizenship. Students will be required to take the state mandated EOC during finalexam week. Students must have a grade of 70 or higher in United States Studies to take this course.



CREDIT: 1 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 1112PREREQUISITE: 70 or higher in American History ICOREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take 43042X0S American History I (Fall semester)

43077X0SA AP United States History (Part 2)This is a two course sequence combining Honors USH and AP US History. The first semester covers writing andpreparation for the AP exam and US History until 1900. Second semester will be an intensive exploration ofmajor themes in American History after 1900, and further develop writing skills that are evaluated on thenational exam given at the end of the course. Students will be scheduled for AP US History fall semester, andthen Honors USH the following spring semester. Students will then take both the US History EOC and the A.USHistory exam at the end of the spring semester. Students will be required to take the College Board AdvancedPlacement exam.

CREDIT: 1 TYPE: Advanced Placement GRADE: 1112PREREQUISITE: Honors Civics with a 85 or higher averageCOREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take 43095X0S Honors Turning Points in AmericanHistory

43095X0S Honors Turning Points in American HistoryThis is the first course in the year long AP US History sequence. Turning Points in American history course atMAHS is designed to provide students with the ability to critically analyze turning points, major events, issuesand documents in American history. The class offers the opportunity to delve deeply into several topics inAmerican history that would be briefly covered in regular American History classes. This class will preparestudents for college courses by placing demands that are equivalent to a first year introductory college class inAmerican History. Students will read and analyze various primary and secondary documents and read varioushistorical narratives to gain perspective on the cause and effect relationships in American History. It is thestudent’s responsibility to read one or two chapters per week in addition to other required readings, projects,essays, discussions and debates. A researchbased class presentation will be done in pairs or small groups at theend of each unit. One research paper will be written over the course of the semester. Students will write essayquestions, a dbq [document based question] as well as answer multiple choice questions on each unit. Severaldebates and mock congressional hearings and trials are performed during the semester. Field trips are plannedto Biltmore House in Asheville and Monticello and UVa in Charlottesville, VA. This course is designed to givestudent the opportunity to challenge the thinking of the nations economic, political and social decisions and gaina historical perspective in which to analyze current events. Students will learn to write document based essays,academic essays and academic research papers. They will gain confidence and experience in presenting anddefending their findings in written form as well as presentations, debates, mocktrials and hearings. TurningPoints in American History will cover American History topics from the 1600s until the early 20th century. Morerecent history and a review of American history will be covered second semester in Advanced Placement UnitedStates History.

CREDIT: 1 TYPE: Honors GRADE: 1112COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take 43077X0SA AP United States History (Part 2)

Surry Community College

85982X0 CTE College & Career Promise IStudents may choose to take a course through Surry Community College. If you select this option, you mustmeet with Mrs. Henson or Mr. Mayberry to review qualifications and register for specific courses. There areoptions for CTE courses toward specific diplomas and certificates, as well as options for courses that will transferto a 4year college or university.




85992X0 CTE College & Career Promise IIStudents may choose to take a course through Surry Community College. If you select this option, you mustmeet with Mrs. Henson or Mr. Mayberry to review qualifications and register for specific courses. There areoptions for CTE courses toward specific diplomas and certificates, as well as options for courses that will transferto a 4year college or university.


HW142X0S NAS 101: CNA IThis class is offered through Surry Community College. MAHS also offers students the opportunity to completethe NC State Board of Nursing requirements for Certified Nursing Assistant certification. Upon successfulcompletion of all required courses and a passing score on both parts of the state exam the student is able topractice as a CNA in North Carolina and other compact states. This course prepares students to complete NAS102 (CNA II) and NAS 103 (InHome Healthcare). Did you know that a Nurse Aide Certification is now arequirement for entry into nursing programs, as well as several other allied health areas, such as physicaltherapy and radiology technology at the community college and university levels in North Carolina?

CREDIT: 2 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 1112PREREQUISITE: Health Science I and Health Science II

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