Course Description Guide - BRF

Course Description Guide

BLACK RIVER FALLS HIGH SCHOOL 1200 PIERCE STREET

BLACK RIVER FALLS, WI 54615

(Updated 1/30/2020)

Thomas Chambers, Principal

Ext. 2001 [email protected]

Chris Stalheim, Assistant Principal


Jay Weinman, Activities Director


Registrar

Karen Kutcher, Secretary Ext. 2020

[email protected]

School Counselor

Sue Leadholm, Counselor Ext. 2021

[email protected]

School Counselor

Libby Secard, Counselor Ext. 2022

[email protected]

Administration

Pupil Services Department

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PLANNING YOUR

FUTURE Students who attend Black River Falls High School are provided an opportunity to create a comprehensive course schedule that will prepare them for a post-secondary experience of college, technical school, work or military. This Course Planning Guide will assist parents and students in the selection of challenging courses that will best prepare them for their future. Black River Falls High School staff is available to provide assistance in planning. Please feel free to contact the high school with any questions you may have.

The School District of Black River Falls shall comply with all state and federal laws and regulations prohibiting discrimination. No person shall be discriminated against on the basis of age, ancestry,

color, creed, disability, marital status, national origin, race, sex, and any other basis protected by state or federal law. Complaints and inquiries regarding the interpretation or application of this policy shall

be processed in accordance with established procedures.

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Course Flow Charts Pg. # Course Descriptions Pg. #

Agriculture 14 Academic & Career Planning (ACP) 27

Art 15 Agriculture 28

Business Education 16 Art 29

English 17 Business Education 30-31

Family and Consumer Education 18 Career Exploration 31

Math 19 English 32-33

Music 20 Family and Consumer Education 34

Physical Education & Health 21 Jobs for America’s Graduates (JAG) 35

Science 22 Math 36-37

Social Studies 23 Music 37-38

Technical Education 24-25 Physical Education & Health 39-40

World Languages 26 Science 40-42

Social Studies 43-44

Technical Education 45-46

World Languages 47

Transition 48-49

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Career Planning and Testing 1

Graduation Requirements 2

Technical College Entrance Requirements 3

Two-Year Branch College Entrance Requirements 4

Four-Year College Entrance Requirements 5

Freshman/Sophomore Course Selection Worksheets 6

Junior/Senior Course Selection Worksheets 7

College Credits in High School 8

Beyond Traditional Learning 9

Academic Achievement 10

BRF High School Laude System Information 11-13

Table of Contents

and 4-year campus visits, ACT prepara-tions, and identifying available courses relevant to their chosen career path. Senior Conference The purpose of this final individual con-ference is for your student to meet with his or her counselor to review tran-scripts, discuss credits needed for graduation, and to give a clearer picture of what steps need to be taken in order to make post-secondary plans a reality. Other topics include college application assistance, financial aid, the scholar-ship process, and finalizing participa-tion in the graduation ceremony.

Freshman Conference Students and parents are invited to meet with his or her counselor during first quarter to discuss the transition to high school and begin to develop a 4-year plan related to their career of in-terest. Topics covered include study skills, planning for success as a high school student, graduation require-ments, an explanation of the Cum Laude system, familiarity with technology, and school involvement. Sophomore Conference As students look forward to their junior and senior years, career exploration and course planning is vital. Counse-

lors will meet individually with sopho-mores during third quarter. During these meetings, we will review graduation re-quirements and the Cum Laude system, make course selections for junior year, and introduce Work-Based Learning and Youth Apprenticeship opportunities. Junior Conference Advanced preparation is the overall theme of the junior conference. Parents and stu-dents will meet with a counselor during second quarter to further expand their post-secondary plan. Topics covered in-clude credit status toward graduation, 2–

Career Planning

Career Planning and Testing

Testing

ACT Aspire: The ACT Aspire has re-placed WKCE testing for students in grades 9 and 10. Freshmen and sophomore students will take the computer-based ACT Aspire in the spring. It is required by the State of Wisconsin and tests in the areas of English, math reading, science and writing. Forward Exam: The Forward Exam has replaced the WKCE in the area of social studies. All sophomores take the Forward Exam in the spring, as required by the State of Wisconsin.

ASVAB: The free ASVAB (Armed Ser-vices Vocational Aptitude Battery) is pro-vided on a weekday morning in both the fall and spring to interested juniors and seniors. The test includes a vocational component which many students use in the career development process. The ASVAB is conducted by military person-nel at the school and is required for stu-dents joining the military. AP: Students enrolled in Advanced Placement (AP) courses may earn col-lege credit by receiving qualifying scores on the national exam. Individual exam fees are the responsibility of the student but fee reductions are available to those with financial need. AP exams are sched-uled the first two weeks in May of each year.

ACT: The ACT is the preferred admissions test of colleges and universities through-out the Midwest. The free ACT Plus Writ-ing is given to all juniors in March of each school year during the school day as part of mandatory state testing. Subject areas include English, reading, math, science, and writing. Technical colleges do not require the ACT but may use it for admission. If students wish to retake the exam, they can register online at www.actstudent.org for national test dates. A fee is required for additional testing. SAT: The SAT Test is similar to the ACT, published by a different company. For more information, students should visit www.collegeboard.com

Parents, guardians, and students are always welcome to meet individually with counselors any time throughout the year. The conferences listed below are specifically designed for career planning.

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Credit is awarded upon the suc-cessful completion of a course. Courses that meet for one semes-ter are worth 0.5 credit. Courses that meet for two semesters are worth 1 credit. Grade point average and credits earned are calculated at the end of each semester.

Black River Falls High School is on an A/B alternating block schedule system. In our school day, there are four blocks of instruction, each approximately 80 minutes in length. In addition, we have a 36 minute Advising where students are encouraged to positively prepare for the day. We also provide a 30 minute Learn when students can access academic support, engage in various enrichment opportunities, and attend club meetings. Each semester introduces a new sched-ule of eight classes, allowing a student to take as many as 16 classes during a school year, earning up to 8 credits.

Graduation Requirements

28 credits are required for graduation

4 Credits of English including English 9, Composition, World Literature (beginning with Class of 2023), and English 11

0.5 Credit of Financial Literacy including Personal Finance or Business Law

3 Credits of Social Studies including U.S. History, World History (or AP World History: Modern), US and Global Politics, and Regional and Global Economics

1.5 Credits of Physical Education including PE 1: Fitness and Wellness 1 and PE 2: Fitness and Wellness 2

3 Credits of Science including Biology 0.5 Credit of Health

3 Credits of Math including Algebra 1 and Geometry

12.5 Elective Credits

Academic and Career Plan (ACP) completed in Xello during Advising over entire high school career

Wisconsin State Civics Test: students must pass with a 65% or above, administered in USGP

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instructors. Degrees offered range from short-term programs and cer-tificates to technical diplomas and associate degrees which take one to two years to complete. Western in LaCrosse is an example of a tech-nical college.

There is a popular misconception that technical colleges are an easier or somehow a second class choice. In fact, many tech-nical college degrees offer tre-mendous marketability and earn-ing power. Technical colleges provide affordable, career-oriented programs for many high-skilled, technical jobs in the state. Small class size, flexible scheduling, and a high job placement rate are all attrac-tive features of these schools. Students spend most of their class time in job-related settings where they receive hands-on training from experienced

Transcripted Credit Articulation agreements are reviewed each year.

Students should consult this guide for up-to-date information.

Technical College Entrance Requirements Technical colleges currently have an open enrollment policy, which requires a high school diploma or equivalency diploma. Specific pro-grams have specific requirements for admittance which may include pre-requisite courses taken in high school or at the technical college. An example is the Registered Nursing degree which requires certain high school coursework and ACT scores. Wisconsin Technical Colleges: www.wistechcolleges.org

EARN FREE COLLEGE CREDIT: TRANSCRIPTED CREDIT Students can earn college credit at NO COST by taking transcripted credit coursework while in high school. Actual technical college courses are taught to Black River Falls High School students in a high school setting. An agreement between the technical college and high school spells out conditions that must be met by the in-structor and student to successfully complete the course. The course is taught by a high school instructor and college credits are awarded and recorded on a technical college transcript for those students who earn a 78% or higher. Many credits are accept-ed by four-year universities/colleges as general elective credits at no cost to the student. Transcripted courses are designated with a + in department course charts.

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Students may start their education at a two-year branch campus and then transfer to a four-year college to earn a bachelor’s degree. Student suc-cess at the two-year campuses is high, in part be-cause they specialize in instruction beneficial to first– and second-year students. Research shows that the more credits students take at a two-year campus, the better they will do after transferring to a four-year university. No doubt this is due to the small class sizes and personal attention that supports this new independence.

After fulfilling certain credit and grade point require-ments, students who participate in the Guaranteed Transfer Program are guaranteed admission into the UW college of their choice. The transfer program guar-antees admission to the baccalaureate institution only and not to the specific program or major. Two-year colleges are different from technical schools. In Wisconsin, the two-year campuses are tied to the UW System. UW-Stevens Point at Marshfield is an example of a two-year branch campus. UW Journey: uwjourney.wisconsin.edu

Two-Year College:

Minimum Course Requirements

Two-Year Branch College Entrance Requirements

Students interested in attending a two-year branch campus must:

Graduate from a recognized high school, have a Certificate of GED, or present other evidence of ability to begin:

Have a minimum of 17 credits distributed as follows:

4 Credits of English

3 Credits of Social Studies

3 Credits of Science (lab science)

3 Credits of Math including Algebra 1, Geometry and Algebra 2

The remaining four credits may be additional core courses, foreign language, fine arts, computer

science or other academic areas.

Submit an ACT or SAT score. Scores must be received before you will be permitted to register.

If you are admitted and if your high school record, placement test scores, or other previous academic performance indicate that you may have difficulty with university work, you will be required to participate in special programs aimed at preparing you to succeed at university-level coursework. Please note that some of these courses may not count toward your college degree.

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Colleges have their individu-al requirements regarding admissions, and they may change yearly. Thus, you should identify these re-quirements as early as pos-sible to ensure you will meet them by high school graduation.

UW Help: uwhelp.wisconsin.edu

If your plans after graduation include a four-year college, keep in mind these major factors upon which your college admission is based:

The quality of your course of study while in high school

The grades earned in these courses and resulting grade-point average

Your ACT or SAT score

Activities both in and out of school (an important factor when scholarships are awarded)

Four-Year UW-System Universities:

Minimum Course Requirements Private and out-of-state schools may have additional requirements.

Four-Year College Entrance Requirements

Students interested in attending a four-year university must:

Have graduated from a recognized high school, have a Certificate of GED, or present evidence of ability to begin:

Have a minimum of 17 Credits including:

4 Credits of English

3 Credits of Social Studies

3 Credits of Science (lab science)

3 Credits of Math including Algebra 1, Geometry and Algebra 2

4 Elective Credits: additional core courses, world language, fine arts, computer science, or any other

academic areas; some UW System schools may also accept vocational courses for elective credits

**World Language**

In the UW System, UW-Madison is the only college that requires two years of the same world language for admis-sion. Other UW schools recommend it. Some schools in the University of Minnesota System also require two years of the same world language.

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Academic and Career Plan: Students are required to complete an Academic and Career Plan during their 4-year high

school career. More information on this can be found on the Black River Falls High School website.

A meaningful education requires careful planning and informed decision-making. Whether your future ca-reer plans include additional education or immediate employment, you should keep in mind the following

factors which are also keys to lifelong success.

Consistent attendance Results of achievement tests (ACT, Accuplacer)

High quality course selection and completion Active involvement in extracurricular opportunities

Freshman Course Selection Course # Course Type Course Name Course # Course Type Course Name

1 250A English English 9 (A) 9 600 Phy. Ed. PE 1: Fitness and Wellness 1

2 250B English English 9 (B) 10 660 Health Health

3 710A Science Biology (A) 11 Elective

4 710B Science Biology (B) 12 Elective

5 800A Social Studies US History (A) 13 Elective

6 800B Social Studies US History (B) 14 Elective

7 410A Math Algebra 1 (A) 15 Elective

8 410B Math Algebra 1 (B) 16 Elective

It is recommended that Freshmen explore different subject areas in high school to assist with future career planning.

Sophomore Course Selection Course # Course Type Course Name Course # Course Type Course Name

1 254 English Composition 9 610 Phy. Ed. PE 2: Fitness and Wellness 2

2 265 English World Literature 10 Elective

3 Science 11 Elective


5 805A Social Studies World History (A)** 13 Elective

6 805B Social Studies World History (B)** 14 Elective

7 415A Math Geometry (A) 15 Elective

8 415B Math Geometry (B) 16 Elective

**AP World History: Modern (834) also fulfills the sophomore social studies requirement

By meeting these minimum graduation requirements without taking rigorous courses in English, math, science, and social studies, you will be unprepared for future jobs, education, or military opportunities. It is

recommended that you attempt the most rigorous selection of courses you can handle.

4 Year Plan for Course Selections

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Competition for admission to many two– or four-year colleges continues to increase, thus making high school course selection more important.

Junior Course Selection Course # Course Type Course Name Course # Course Type Course Name

1 260A English English 11 (A) 9 Phy. Ed.

2 260B English English 11 (B) 10 Elective



5 810 Social Studies US & Global Politics 13 Elective

6 815 Social Studies Regional/Global Economics 14 Elective

7 Math 15 Elective

8 Math 16 Elective

Must choose a minimum of one semester of PE during junior or senior year

Make sure to sign up for any additional math or science credits needed

Senior Course Selection Course # Course Type Course Name Course # Course Type Course Name

1 English 9 Elective

2 English 10 Elective

3 Elective 11 Elective






The rigor of your senior schedule is looked at very closely in determining who will be accepted at colleges in the UW system. Therefore, the idea of taking a light load and graduating early is not recommended.

Exams for each individual AP class are scheduled during the first two weeks of May each school year.

Enrolling in an Advanced Place-ment (AP) class provides our stu-dents with not one, but two equally important benefits: First, the experience of taking

a class that will introduce stu-dents to the demands of a col-lege course in regards to reading level, discussion, and writing expectations.

Secondly, the National Exams offered in May provide our students with an excellent op-portunity to earn college cred-its while still in high school.

AP Courses available at BRFHS are: AP Biology

Offered in even-numbered grad years; next in 2021-2022

AP Calculus AB AP Chemistry AP English: Literature and Com-

position AP Environmental Science

Offered in odd-numbered grad years; next in 2020-2021

AP Psychology AP Spanish: Language and Culture AP United States History AP World History: Modern

Advanced Placement (AP) Courses

College Credits in High School

Early College Credit Program & Start College Now

Research states those who com-plete a college level course in high school are able to balance heavy workloads and school, job, and per-sonal life better than their peers. BRFHS offers students the oppor-tunity to enroll in college level courses through two Wisconsin programs. Through ECCP and SCN, students enroll in a course directly through an accredited post-secondary institution and begin building a collegiate transcript that will grow with them as they contin-ue their education.

For application instructions and spe-cific procedures for ECCP and/or Start College Now programs, please make an appointment with your counselor. There are strict deadlines for both programs: Fall Semester - March 1 Spring Semester - October 1

EARLY COLLEGE CREDIT PROGRAM All high school students, grades 9 through 12, are eligible to participate in the Early College Credit Program (ECCP). Courses are selected from any 4-year UW System institution and cannot be comparable or a duplica-tion of any course offered at the high school. START COLLEGE NOW Start College Now (SCN) is available to 11th and 12th grade students who are in good academic standing and on track for graduation. Courses are selected from any Wisconsin Tech-nical College and cannot be compa-rable or a duplication of any course offered at the high school.

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Successful online students are disciplined, organized, self-motivated, and ambitious. Online learning offers stu-dents the opportunity to take high quality, interactive courses aligned to state and national standards, including AP courses not already offered at BRFHS. This mode of learning can also be seen as a solution for advanced and ex-celling students, homebound, teen parents, or those with other special needs. Overall, the experience of learning through an online program helps to prepare students for future training in both post-secondary educational and work environments. Student Eligibility: Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or pre-approval from Mr. Chambers Requested course that is not a duplicate or comparable to a face-to-face course offered at BRFHS FIRST TIME VIRTUAL STUDENTS: may be approved for one online class

If success is demonstrated in the online environment, students will have the option to take multiple courses in future semesters

Course lists are available upon request. All courses are 1 or 2 semester courses and are completed within the reg-ular school calendar. Each student will work with the Virtual School Coordinator and his or her counselor to devel-op a virtual education plan and register for approved course/s.

Virtual Options

Beyond Traditional Learning

Educational Partnerships

We are incredibly fortunate to have many businesses and agencies willing to provide unique opportunities to BRFHS students that provide education and training related to some of our more popular career choices.

These are Start College Now courses. The application deadline for Fall enrollment is March 1.

Auto Tech Academy: Wednesday evenings from September to May; 6:00-8:30 pm Courses held at Gross Automotive Dealership in Black River Falls Two-year rotation of courses:

Basic Maintenance (2020-2021); Introduction to Auto Technology (2021-2022) ATA Applications are due in early-February Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA): Courses run based on academic calendar for Western Technical College For more information, visit: https://www.westerntc.edu/nursing-assistant Emergency Medical Technician (EMT): Daily from September 8-December 18, 2020; 2:00-3:30 pm Saturdays: October 3 & 24, November 14, and December 5; 8:00 am-5:00 pm Courses held at Western Technical College in Black River Falls

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To determine the grade point average, the total points earned are divided by the number of classes taken during that grading period. Cumulative grade point averages are computed using all courses and points earned during a student’s high school career.

All courses receiving a letter grade shall be included in this average. College-level coursework and technical col-lege coursework are included in this calculation. Pass/Fail grades are not calculated into a student’s grade point average.

STANDARDS BASED GRADING: Traditional grading (points and percentages) measures students on the percent-age of work successfully completed. Standards Based Grading (SBG) is a way for teachers to track their students ’ understanding or mastery of the skills they are expected to learn. In SBG, teaching is responsive to learning so stu-dents will receive regular feedback until each learning target is mastered. A number of courses at BRFHS are op-erating under the Standards Based Grading model.

FAILURES: Students are responsible for the re-scheduling of required courses made necessary because of fail-ures. Students who fail courses should set up an appointment with their counselor at the earliest opportunity to revise their schedule for the next semester or school year to include the failed required course. Required courses that have been failed should be rescheduled as soon as possible.

Grading and Grade Point Average

Academic Achievement

Academic Recognition

The Class of 2021 will be the last class at BRFHS to use the traditional ranking system. Honor cords will be awarded at graduation for senior students who have earned a cumulative grade point average of 3.5 or better based on their 7th semester of high school.

A = 4.000 B+ = 3.333 C+ = 2.333 D+ = 1.333

A- = 3.667 B = 3.000 C = 2.000 D = 1.000

B- = 2.667 C- = 1.667 D- = 0.667

All courses are calculated on the following 4.000 grade point scale and are not weighted.

The Classes of 2022, 2023, and 2024 will be using the Cum Laude system to recognize student achievement. Cum Laude encourages students to take rigorous courses that better prepare them for the future. The system is point-based combining Laude (honor) points with the student’s GPA. Honors recognitions fall into three levels: Cum Laude (with Honor/Distinction): Laude Score of 16-31.999 Magna Cum Laude (with Great Honor/Distinction): Laude Score of 32-49.999 Summa Cum Laude (with Highest Honor/Distinction): Laude Score of 50 or greater

There will be NO rounding of Laude Scores.

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The purpose of the Laude System is to reward students for the rigor of their academic program as well as their success in that program.

Award Levels There are three levels of awards Summa Cum Laude (With Highest Honor/Distinction) Magna Cum Laude (With Great Honor/Distinction) Cum Laude (With Honor/Distinction)

Initial Implementation The Laude System was implemented beginning with the Class of 2022.

GPA Requirement To be considered for Laude distinction, the student must have a cu-mulative GPA of 3.2 or higher after first semester of senior year.

Score Calculation A student’s Laude score is determined by multiplying: 1) The students cumulative GPA after first semester

senior year (minimum of 3.2) by 2) The number of honor points earned

See the Laude Courses chart for additional information.

Distinction Points Summa Cum Laude = 50 or greater Magna Cum Laude = 32 - 49.999 Cum Laude = 16 - 31.999

There will be NO rounding of Laude Scores

Exceptions Exceptions will be made on a case-by-case basis for students with unique circumstances, including but not limited to: study abroad, college course load, online learning.

Minimum Combinations Minimum Combinations for Cum Laude: 3.2 GPA and 5 Honor Points 3.6 GPA and 4.5 Honor Points 4.0 GPA and 4 Honor Points

Minimum combinations for Magna Cum Laude: 3.2 GPA and 10 Honor Points 3.6 GPA and 9 Honor Points 4.0 GPA and 8 Honor Points

Minimum combinations for Summa Cum Laude: 3.2 GPA and 16 Honor Points 3.6 GPA and 14 Honor Points 4.0 GPA and 12.5 Honor Points

Example GPA: 3.685

Courses: AP Biology (2), AP Calculus (2), AP English (2), Pre-Calculus (1), College Prep Writing (0.5), Medical Terminology (1), Introduc-tion to Horticulture (2), Philosophy (0.5), 7 sem. of Band (1.5) = 12.5 Honor Points

Calculation: 3.685 x 12.5 = 46.0625 Magna Cum Laude

Black River Falls High School Laude System

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Updated: 1/28/2020 09:35 AM

Department Course Title Honors Points

English British Literature College Prep Writing Writing 2: News/SRL AP English Literature and Composition

0.5 0.5 1 (maximum) 2

Math Math for the Tech Trades ^ Pre-Calculus AP Calculus AB

2 1 2

Science Physics Medical Terminology ^ Human Anatomy & Physiology ^ AP Biology AP Chemistry (introduced 2020-2021) AP Environmental Science

1 1 1 2 2 2

Social Studies Philosophy First Nations Studies Independent Study: Falls History Project AP Psychology AP United States History AP World History: Modern

0.5 1 0.5 2 2 2

Music Independent Study: Music Theory Independent Study: Music Composition Band—5th semester and beyond Choir—5th semester and beyond

0.5 0.5 0.5 per semester 0.5 per semester

Art Independent Study: Senior Capstone Art 0.5

World Language Hoocąk 3 Spanish 3 Spanish 4 AP Spanish: Language and Culture

1 1 1 2

Career and

Technical

Education

Agriculture Introduction to Horticulture ^ 2

Business Accounting 1 ^ Retail and Supervisory Management ^ Software Applications for Business ^

2 1 2

Technical Ed. Metals 2 ^ Woodworking 1 ^

1 2

Family and

Consumer Ed.

Infant and Toddler ^ Parent and Child ^ Creative Foods: Food and Culture ^ Independent Study: Asst. Childcare Teacher

1 1 1 1

College Board AP Tests Score of 3 or higher on any AP Test 0.5 per test

Other Honors Opportunities Online AP Courses Youth Apprenticeship DPI Employability Skills Certificate Wisconsin Youth Leadership Certificate Industry Certifications Industry Licenses

1 per semester 1 per semester 0.5 0.5 0.5 per certificate 0.5 per license

Black River Falls High School

Courses for Laude Recognition ^ INDICATES TRANSCRIPTED

CREDIT COURSE

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Black River Falls High School Laude System

Summa Cum Laude Magna Cum Laude Cum Laude

Points Earned

Grade Point Average (GPA)

4 3.9 3.8 3.7 3.6 3.5 3.4 3.3 3.2

20 80 78 76 74 72 70 68 66 64

19.5 78 76.05 74.1 72.15 70.2 68.25 66.3 64.35 62.4

19 76 74.1 72.2 70.3 68.4 66.5 64.6 62.7 60.8

18.5 74 72.15 70.3 68.45 66.6 64.75 62.9 61.05 59.2

18 72 70.2 68.4 66.6 64.8 63 61.2 59.4 57.6

17.5 70 68.25 66.5 64.75 63 61.25 59.5 57.75 56

17 68 66.3 64.6 62.9 61.2 59.5 57.8 56.1 54.4

16.5 66 64.35 62.7 61.05 59.4 57.75 56.1 54.45 52.8

16 64 62.4 60.8 59.2 57.6 56 54.4 52.8 51.2

15.5 62 60.45 58.9 57.35 55.8 54.25 52.7 51.15 49.6

15 60 58.5 57 55.5 54 52.5 51 49.5 48

14.5 58 56.55 55.1 53.65 52.2 50.75 49.3 47.85 46.4

14 56 54.6 53.2 51.8 50.4 49 47.6 46.2 44.8

13.5 54 52.65 51.3 49.95 48.6 47.25 45.9 44.55 43.2

13 52 50.7 49.4 48.1 46.8 45.5 44.2 42.9 41.6

12.5 50 48.75 47.5 46.25 45 43.75 42.5 41.25 40

12 48 46.8 45.6 44.4 43.2 42 40.8 39.6 38.4

11.5 46 44.85 43.7 42.55 41.4 40.25 39.1 37.95 36.8

11 44 42.9 41.8 40.7 39.6 38.5 37.4 36.3 35.2

10.5 42 40.95 39.9 38.85 37.8 36.75 35.7 34.65 33.6

10 40 39 38 37 36 35 34 33 32

9.5 38 37.05 36.1 35.15 34.2 33.25 32.3 31.35 30.4

9 36 35.1 34.2 33.3 32.4 31.5 30.6 29.7 28.8

8.5 34 33.15 32.3 31.45 30.6 29.75 28.9 28.05 27.2

8 32 31.2 30.4 29.6 28.8 28 27.2 26.4 25.6

7.5 30 29.25 28.5 27.75 27 26.25 25.5 24.75 24

7 28 27.3 26.6 25.9 25.2 24.5 23.8 23.1 22.4

6.5 26 25.35 24.7 24.05 23.4 22.75 22.1 21.45 20.8

6 24 23.4 22.8 22.2 21.6 21 20.4 19.8 19.2

5.5 22 21.45 20.9 20.35 19.8 19.25 18.7 18.15 17.6

5 20 19.5 19 18.5 18 17.5 17 16.5 16

4.5 18 17.55 17.1 16.65 16.2 15.75 15.3 14.85 14.4

4 16 15.6 15.2 14.8 14.4 14 13.6 13.2 12.8

3.5 14 13.65 13.3 12.95 12.6 12.25 11.9 11.55 11.2

3 12 11.7 11.4 11.1 10.8 10.5 10.2 9.9 9.6

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Agriculture Course Chart

Natural Resources

Pathway

Elective Courses with necessary pre-requisites

Animal Systems

Pathway

Food Products &

Processing Pathway

Plant Systems

Pathway

ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT

Grades 9-12

One Semester 0.5 Credit

Science Credit

INTRODUCTION TO HORTICULTURE *+

Grades 9-12

Two Semesters 1 Credit

Science Credit

LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT

Grades 9-12


LARGE ANIMAL SCIENCE

Grades 10-12


VET SMALL ANIMAL SCIENCE

Grades 10-12


INTRODUCTION TO HORTICULTURE *+

Grades 9-12


Science Credit

FOOD SCIENCE Grades 10-12

One Semester

0.5 Credit

Science Credit

LANDSCAPE DESIGN & APPLICATION

Grades 9-12


ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT

Grades 9-12


Science Credit


Grades 9-12



Grades 9-12



Grades 9-12


* INDICATES LAUDE COURSE

+ INDICATES TRANSCRIPTED COURSE

FOOD SCIENCE Grades 10-12

One Semester

0.5 Credit

Science Credit

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Art Course Chart

INTRO TO ART Grades 9-12

One Semester

0.5 Credit

Fall Semester only

FOUNDATIONS OF ART (Formerly Intro. to

Art S2) Grades 9-12

One Semester

0.5 Credit

Spring Semester only

DRAWING AND PAINTING

Grades 10-12 (Intro. to Art)

One Semester

0.5 Credit

GRAPHIC DESIGN AND DIGITAL ARTS Grades 10-12 (Intro. to Art)

One Semester

0.5 Credit

ADVANCED STUDIO 2D Grades 11-12 (Drawing and

Painting)


CERAMICS Grades 10-12

(Foundations of Art)


MULTICULTURAL ARTS AND CRAFTS

Grades 10-12 (Ceramics)

One Semester

0.5 Credit

ADVANCED CERAMICS Grades 10-12 (Ceramics)

One Semester

0.5 Credit


SCULPTURE Grades 10-12 (Ceramics)

One Semester

0.5 Credit

INDEPENDENT STUDY: CAPSTONE ART * Grades 11-12

(All Art Courses and teacher approval)


2D Courses with necessary pre-requisites

3D Courses with necessary pre-requisites


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Business Education Course Chart

Elective Technology Courses with necessary pre-requisites

SOFTWARE APPS FOR BUSINESS *+

Grades 9-12


MICROSOFT OFFICE SPECIALIST 1 Grades 10-12

One Semester

0.5 Credit)

MICROSOFT OFFICE SPECIALIST 1 Grades 10-12

(Microsoft Office Specialist 1)

One Semester

0.5 Credit)

EXPLORING COMPUTER SCIENCE

Grades 9-12


INDEPENDENT STUDY: TECH TEAM

Grade 12 (Interview)

One Semester

0.5 Credit

Elective Business Core Courses with necessary pre-requisites

INTRO. TO BUSINESS Grades 9-12

One Semester

0.5 Credit

SPORTS MARKETING Grades 10-12 (Marketing)

One Semester

0.5 Credit

PENDING BOARD APPROVAL

ACCOUNTING 2 Grades 11-12

(Accounting 1)


MARKETING Grades 10-12

One Semester

0.5 Credit

ACCOUNTING 1 *+ Grades 10-12

Two Semesters

1 Credit CAREERS

Grades 10-12


BUSINESS LAW Grades 11-12

One Semester

0.5 Credit

Fulfills Financial Literacy Requirement

RETAIL/SUPERVISORY MANAGEMENT *+

Grades 11-12 (2 Business Courses)

One Semester

0.5 Credit

Fall Semester only

+ INDICATES TRANSCRIPTED COURSE * INDICATES LAUDE COURSE

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Required Courses


ENGLISH 9 Grades 9-12

Two Semesters

1 Credit

COMPOSITION Grades 10-12 (English 9)

One Semester

0.5 Credit

ENGLISH 11 (Grades 11-12)

(English 9, World Lit., Composition)

Two Semesters

1 Credit

WORLD LITERATURE Grades 10-12 (English 9)

One Semester

0.5 Credit


English Course Chart (4 CREDITS REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION)

FILM AS LITERATURE Grades 11-12

(English 9, World Lit., and Composition)

One Semester

0.5 Credit

Even years: 2021-2022

COMMUNICATION Grades 10-12 (English 9)

One Semester

0.5 Credit

Odd years: 2020-2021

DRAMA LITERATURE Grades 10-12

One Semester

0.5 Credit

CREATIVE WRITING Grades 11-12

(English 9 and Composition)

One Semester

0.5 Credit

CLASSICS AS GRAPHICS

Grades 10-12



COLLEGE PREP WRITING*

Grades 11-12 (B average: English 9

and Composition)



WRITING: SRL/NEWS* Grades 10-12 (English 9)

Two Semesters

1 Credit

Only Writing: SRL/News 2 counts toward cum

laude points.

BRITISH LITERATURE* Grades 11-12

(Composition)


AP LITERATURE AND COMPOSITION*

Grades 11-12


YEARBOOK Grades 9-12 (English 9)

Two Semesters

1 Credit

VIDEO PRODUCTION 1 Grades 10-12

One Semester

0.5 Credit

Non-English Credit Courses

VIDEO PRODUCTION 2 Grades 11-12

(Video Production 1)


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Family and Consumer Education Course Chart


FOODS: FAMILY, FOOD, AND SOCIETY Grades 9-12

One Semester

0.5 Credit

CREATIVE FOODS: FOODS & CULTURE *+

Grades 11-12 (Foods: Family, Food,

and Society)


+ INDICATES TRANSCRIPTED COURSE * INDICATES LAUDE COURSE

CLOTHING 1 Grades 9-12

One Semester

0.5 Credit

CLOTHING 2 Grades 10-12 (Clothing 1)

One Semester

0.5 Credit

PARENTING & INFANT/TODDLER DEVELOPMENT *+

Grades 11-12


HOUSING Grades 10-12

One Semester

0.5 Credit

PARENTING & CHILD DEVELOPMENT *+

Grades 11-12 (Parenting & Infant/

Toddler Development)


INDEPENDENT STUDY: CLOTHING

Grades 11-12 (Both Clothing 1 and 2)

One Semester

0.5 Credit

INDEPENDENT STUDY: ASST. CHILDCARE

TEACHER * Grades 11-12

(Infant/Toddler, Parent/Child, and employment at a childcare center)

One Semester

0.5 Credit

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Math Course Chart (3 CREDITS REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION)

ALGEBRA 1 Grades 9-12

Two Semesters

1 Credit

GRADUATION REQUIREMENT

GEOMETRY Grades 10-12 (Algebra 1)

Two Semesters

1 Credit


ALGEBRA 2 Grades 10-12

(Geometry; taken together for students

on Calculus track)


GEOMETRY Grades 10-12 (Algebra 1)

Two Semesters

1 Credit


Calculus Track

BOTH Geometry and Algebra 2 during sophomore year Non-Calculus Track

PRE-CALCULUS * Grades 11-12 (Algebra 2)

Two Semesters

1 Credit

AP CALCULUS AB * Grade 12

(Pre-Calculus)


STATISTICS Grades 11-12 (Geometry)

One Semester

0.5 Credit

ALGEBRA 2 Grades 10-12 (Geometry)

Two Semesters

1 Credit

MATH FOR THE TECH TRADES *+

Grades 11-12 (Geometry)

Two Semesters

1 Credit


MASTERY OF ALGEBRA

Grades 9-12 (Teacher Selected)

Two Semesters

1 Credit

Must be taken concur-rently with Algebra 1

MASTERY OF GEOMETRY

Grades 10-12 (Teacher Selected)

Two Semesters

1 Credit

Must be taken concur-rently with Geometry

Intervention Courses

By teacher recommendation ONLY

PERSONAL FINANCE Grades 10-12

One Semester

0.5 Credit

Fulfills Financial Literacy Requirement

+ INDICATES TRANSCRIPTED COURSE

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Music Education Course Chart


CONCERT BAND * Grades 9-12

Two Semesters

1 Credit

Laude points awarded for 5th semester and

beyond only.

CHAMBER CHOIR * Grades 10-12

(Audition Only)



beyond only.

CONCERT CHOIR * Grades 9-12

Two Semesters

1 Credit


beyond only.

INDEPENDENT STUDY: MUSIC THEORY *

Grades 10-12 (Band and/or Choir)

One Semester

0.5 Credit

INDEPENDENT STUDY: MUSIC COMPOSITION *

Grades 10-12 (IS Music Theory)

One Semester

0.5 Credit

MUSIC APPRECIATION Grades 9-12

One Semester

0.5 Credit

INTRODUCTION TO MUSIC AND THEATRE

TECHNOLOGY Grades 10-12

One Semester

0.5 Credit

MUSIC IN FILM 2: THE SEQUEL

Grades 11-12 (Music in Film)

One Semester

0.5 Credit


MUSIC IN FILM Grades 10-12

(Prior Music Class)



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Physical Education & Health Course Chart (2 CREDITS REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION)

Required Courses

HEALTH Grade 9

One Semester

0.5 Credit

PE 1: FITNESS AND WELLNESS 1

One Semester

0.5 Credit

PE 2: FITNESS AND WELLNESS 2

(PE 1)



POWER UP Grades 11-12

(PE 1 and PE 2)


ADVENTURE LEADERSHIP

Grade 12 (PE 1 and PE 2)

One Semester

0.5 Credit

SPORTS MEDICINE Grades 11-12

(PE 1 and PE 2)


Preference given to

students in the Health Science Academy.

BASIC RESISTANCE TRAINING

Grades 11-12 (PE 1 and PE 2)

One Semester

0.5 Credit


ADAPTIVE PHY. ED. MENTOR

Grade 10-12 (Written teacher

approval)


Mentors are required to sign a contract of

expectations.

TIGER STRENGTH Grades 11-12

(Student Athlete or Basic Resistance

Training)


Fall Semester only

PENDING BOARD

APPROVAL

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Science Course Chart (3 CREDITS REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION)

BIOLOGY Grades 9-12

Two Semesters

1 Credit


CHEMISTRY Grades 10-12

(Geometry and Biology)


MEDICAL TERMINOLGOY *+

Grades10-12


Fall Semester only

HEALTH SCIENCE Grades 10-12

(Biology and Health)


HUMAN ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY *+

Grade 12 (Biology and Chemistry)

One Semester

0.5 Credit


AP BIOLOGY * Grades 10-12

(Biology and Chemistry)



WILDLIFE ECOLOGY Grades 10-12

(Biology)


SUSTAINABILITY Grades 9-12

One Semester

0.5 Credit


AP ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE *

Grades 10-12 (Biology and physical

science)



GEOLOGY AND OCEANOLOGY Grades 9-12

One Semester

0.5 Credit

ASTRONOMY Grades 10-12 (Geometry)

One Semester

0.5 Credit


FORENSIC SCIENCE Grades 10-12

(Biology)


PHYSICS * Grades 11-12

(Algebra 2 and Chemistry)

Two Semester

1 Credit

AP CHEMISTRY * Grades 11-12

(Algebra 1 and Chemistry)

Two Semesters

1 Credit

Medical Science Natural Resources Physical Science

* INDICATES LAUDE COURSE + INDICATES TRANSCRIPTED COURSE

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Required Courses

US HISTORY Grades 9-12

Two Semesters

1 Credit

WORLD HISTORY Grades 10-12

Two Semesters

1 Credit

AP World History: Modern is an accepta-

ble replacement.

U.S. AND GLOBAL POLITICS

Grades 10-12


REGIONAL & GLOBAL ECONOMICS Grades 10-12

One Semester

0.5 Credit

Social Studies Course Chart (3 CREDITS REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION)

AP WORLD HISTORY: MODERN *

Grades 10-12


AP U.S. HISTORY * Grades 10-12

Two Semesters

1 Credit

AP PSYCHOLOGY * Grades 10-12

Two Semesters

1 Credit


LAW AND SOCIETY Grades 9-12

One Semester

0.5 Credit

INDEPENDENT STUDY: FALLS HISTORY

PROJECT * Grade 12

One Semester

0.5 Credit

PHILOSOPHY * Grades 11-12

One Semester

0.5 Credit

INTRODUCTION TO SOCIOLOGY Grades 10-12

One Semesters

0.5 Credit

FIRST NATIONS STUDIES: THE TRIBAL

WORLD *+ Grades 10-12

One Semester

0.5 Credit

+ INDICATES COLLEGE CREDITED COURSE

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Technical Education Course Chart

Elective Manufacturing Courses

STEM: ENGINEERING AND WOODS Grades 9-12

One Semester

0.5 Credit

STEM: POWER AND METALS Grades 9-12

One Semester

0.5 Credit

WOODS 1 *+ Grades 10-12

Two Semesters

1 Credit

WOODS 2 Grades 11-12

(Woods 1 or STEM: E&W)

One Semester

0.5 Credit

ENTREPRENEURSHIP & ENTERPRISE Grades 9-12

(See Course Description)


CONSTRUCTION Grades 10-12

(Woods 1 or STEM: E&W)


ELECTRONICS AND ROBOTICS

Grades 10-12 (Algebra and a physical

science)


METALS 2 *+ Grades 11-12

(Metals 1)


METALS 1 Grades 10-12

Two Semesters

1 Credit

Elective Engineering Courses

STEM: ENGINEERING AND WOODS Grades 9-12

One Semester

0.5 Credit

ENTREPRENEURSHIP & ENTERPRISE Grades 9-12

(See Course Description)

One Semester 0.5 Credit MECHANICAL

DESIGN 2 Grades 10-12 (Mech. Des. 1)

One Semester

0.5 Credit

MECHANICAL DESIGN 1

Grades 10-12


ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN 1

Grades 9-12


ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN 2

Grades 10-12 (Arch. Des. 1)

One Semester

0.5 Credit

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Technical Education Course Chart

Elective Transportation Courses

STEM: POWER AND METALS Grades 9-12

One Semester

0.5 Credit

TRANSPORTATION Grades 9-12

One Semester

0.5 Credit

AUTO MECHANICS 1 Grades 10-12

One Semester

0.5 Credit

BASIC MAINTENANCE Grades 11-12


START COLLEGE NOW

Offered through Western Technical College and

Gross Automotive Program

INTRODUCTION TO AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY

Grades 11-12


START COLLEGE NOW Offered through Western

Technical College and Gross Automotive Program

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Ho-Chunk Courses with necessary pre-requisites

HOOCĄK 1 Grades 9-12

Two Semesters

1 Credit

HOOCĄK 2 Grades 10-12 (Hoocąk 1)

Two Semesters

1 Credit

HOOCĄK 3 * Grades 11-12 (Hoocąk 2)

Two Semesters

1 Credit

INDEPENDENT STUDY:

HOOCĄK Grade 12

(Hoocąk 3)


SPANISH 1 Grades 9-12

Two Semesters

1 Credit

SPANISH 2 Grades 9-12 (Spanish 1)

Two Semesters

1 Credit

SPANISH 4* Grades 11-12 (Spanish 3)

Two Semesters

1 Credit

AP SPANISH: LANGUAGE AND

CULTURE * Grade 12

(Spanish 4)


How are you preparing

to succeed in our

increasingly diverse

society?

Understanding other lan-

guages and cultures is

necessary in our multi-

cultural and multilingual

society. Knowledge of the

world languages will en-

hance any career path.

World Languages Course Chart

SPANISH 3 * Grades 10-12 (Spanish 2)

Two Semesters

1 Credit


Spanish Courses with necessary pre-requisites

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Course Descriptions

Academic & Career Planning

Academic & Career Planning (ACP) refers to both a process that helps students think about and plan their academics with career development activities, and a product that is created and maintained to document a student’s path from 6th-12th grade; from exploring about oneself and one’s fu-ture to being certain and prepared for the post-secondary steps needed to become a successful adult. Xello is a tool for students to use to create his or her very own unique road map for future success. With this pro-gram, students will explore thousands of career options and learn what skills, training, and education are required to pursue them. Over the course of four years of High School, Xello allows for more self-exploration and intro-duces students to opportunities available for the future. ACADEMIC AND CAREER PLANNING FACP Grades 9-12 (0.25 Credit per year) Students will be participating in various Academic and Ca-reer Planning activities each year while in high school. Dur-ing advising, teachers will guide students through the use of Xello as well as encourage participation in school activi-ties related to ACP. In order to receive elective credit, stu-dents must complete all required Xello activities. This is a graded course (Pass/Fail) worth 0.125 credit per semester for a total of 0.25 credit per year (1 full elective credit over 4 years of High School). FRESHMAN YEAR: First Semester:

Complete About Me: Learning Styles Inventory

Email advisor your percentages in all 3 areas

Complete Study Skills and Habits Lesson

Complete About Me: Personality Styles Inventory

Complete Personality Styles Lesson

Complete 9th Grade Counselor Conference Reflection

Share with advisor in an individual meeting

Second Semester:

Complete About Me: Matchmaker Inventory

Complete Exploring Career Factors Lesson

Complete Getting Experience Lesson

Complete course registration for sophomore year


Submit reflection of how these courses sup-

port your future goals

SOPHOMORE YEAR: First Semester:


Save 3 careers

Complete Work Values Lesson

Complete Careers and Lifestyle Costs Lesson

Second Semester:

Complete Workplace Skills and Attitudes Lesson

Complete Program Prospects Lesson

Complete course registration for junior year




Complete 10th Grade Counselor Conference Reflection


JUNIOR YEAR: First Semester:


Save 3 careers

Complete Entrepreneurial Skills Lesson

Complete Career Demand Lesson

Complete assigned section of activities from Method

Test Prep to prepare for upcoming ACT Second Semester:

Complete 11th Grade Counselor Conference reflection


Complete About Me: Mission Complete Inventory

Save 3 schools

Complete Choosing a College or University Lesson

Complete Work/Life Balance Lesson

Complete course registration for senior year




SENIOR YEAR: First Semester:


Save 3 careers

Complete Defining Success Lesson

Complete Career Backup Plans Lesson

Complete Career Path Choices Lesson

Second Semester:

Complete Job Interviews Lesson

Upload Resume

Prepare and present Senior Exit Presentation

Complete and submit Senior Exit Form

**Early Graduates** must have both semesters of work completed by the end of first semester

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Course Descriptions

Agriculture

INTRODUCTION TO HORTICULTURE TRC 102 Grades 9-12 (1 Credit) This highly recommended course is perfect for you if you are interested in a career involving plants or just have an interest in growing plants. This course provides an over-view of the Horticulture industry. Units include floriculture, landscape design, landscape maintenance, plant propaga-tion, anatomy & physiology, pest management, greenhouse crop production, and fruit & vegetable production. This class will work extensively with the agriculture depart-ment’s greenhouse and land lab facilities. Some of the pro-duce grown in this class is utilized in the school lunch pro-gram. Many field trips and extensive hands-on learning are used. This is a 2-semester (full year) course and may fulfill a science credit. ***Students earning a 78% or better in both semesters will also earn 3 credits at Western Technical College. ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT 104 Grades 9-12 (0.5 Credit) Agriculture deals with the management of resources. The impact on our environment is tremendous. This course helps to explore the relationship between agriculture and the environment. We will work through creating a manage-ment plan for an area of land, including legal description, inventories, and managing soil, water, forest, and wildlife resources. Current news items and environmental issues will be highlighted. Guest speakers, field trips, and lab ac-tivities, as well as the agriculture department’s green-house, land lab, and aquaculture system, will be used to enhance instruction. This course may fulfill a science credit. LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT 108 Grades 9-12 (0.5 Credit) Want to expand your horizons and develop qualities that will take you places? This course will challenge you to ex-amine yourself and increase your commitment to personal goals while developing valuable leadership skills. Premier leadership, personal growth, and career success are built through lessons in areas such as principles, proactive atti-tude, character, time management, thinking skills, diversity, meeting people, teamwork, effective communication, and parliamentary procedure. Guest speakers, fun activities, community involvement, and role-playing will add to the excitement of the class.

LANDSCAPE DESIGN & APPLICATION 110 Grades 9-12 (0.5 Credit) A unique blend of art, engineering, and science. This course will take you through the entire landscape process, from design to installation. This class works with an actual client, providing real-world leaning, plant identification, landscape designing, drawing, installation, and maintenance are cov-ered. This is a great class for those interested in plant-based careers or hobbies. Instruction is enhanced through field trips, guest speakers, and “hands on” activities. VET SMALL ANIMAL SCIENCE 120 Grades 10-12 (0.5 Credit) Animals are an integral part of many people’s lives. This course gives you a working knowledge of veterinary sci-ence and small animal care. Units include animal welfare, animal anatomy and physiology, managing animal health care, and small animals (such as bees, poultry, rabbits, and exotics). Animal handling, dog obedience, grooming, and veterinary care are all highlighted in regular trips to the animal shelter. Live animal interaction, guest speakers, lab activities, and working with the agriculture department’s aquaculture system enhance this class. LARGE ANIMAL SCIENCE 125 Grades 10-12 (0.5 Credit) This very comprehensive course covers many of the major animal industries including the care and management of horses, swine, beef, dairy, and sheep. Additional units in animal nutrition and reproduction make this a great follow-up course to Vet Small Animal Science. Through classroom discussions, lab activities, guest speakers, live animal in-teraction, and field trips you will look at today’s animal agri-culture issues and concerns and their impact on the care and management of common agricultural animals. FOOD SCIENCE 130 Grades 10-12 (0.5 Credit) One of the most intimate and frequent acts you perform is eating. This course will help you to recognize the science behind the food you’re eating and help you explore careers in the rapidly growing food science industry. We will take raw agricultural commodities and process them into salea-ble consumer products such as cheese, ice cream, brats, and root beer. Produce from the agriculture department’s land lab and greenhouse will also be utilized in processing activities. We will learn about packaging, processing, sani-tation, and current issues regarding the farm to food sys-tem. Guest speakers, field trips, and challenging lab activi-ties add even more “flavor” to this class. This course may fulfill a science credit.

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Course Descriptions

Art INTRO TO ART 1 152 Grades 9-12 (0.5 Credit) Must complete this course before any other art classes This semester we will focus on teaching you to draw and see the way an artist sees. From there we will get into more extensive projects based on the skills you have learned. This class will include the basics of many different mediums that include drawing, painting, printmaking, sculp-ture, and graphic design. Offered in Fall semester only. FOUNDATIONS OF ART 153 Grades 9-12 (0.5 Credit) Required for many upper level Art classes In this class we will learn many different methods and techniques that will introduce you to the different art media, artists, art history, elements, and principles of art and de-sign, as well as many other related content to inform our own work. We will go through demonstrations, watch vide-os, fill out critiques, and practice our artistic skills. We will use charcoal, pencil, pastels, paint, ink, colored pencils, and other various materials. Offered in Spring semester only. DRAWING & PAINTING 154 Grades 10-12 (0.5 Credit) Pre-requisite: Intro to Art Students will develop basic drawing and painting tech-niques. Pencil, pen, charcoal, inks, pastel, watercolor, tem-pera, and acrylic paint are some of the mediums used. A variety of drawing methods and techniques will be explored to help develop a personal style, pulling ideas from study-ing art history, photos, real objects, and the imagination. ADVANCED STUDIO 2D 156 Grades 11-12 (0.5 Credit) Pre-requisite: Intro to Art 1 and 2, Drawing & Painting, Graphic Design, and Multicultural Art Students need to be self-motivated, conscientious, and ca-pable of producing artwork at an advanced level. This course is designed only for advanced students focused on 2-dimensional work; drawing, painting, printmaking, graphic design and digital media, and animation. You will get 8-10 assignment handouts with examples that you need to re-search and complete on your own. SCULPTURE 170 Grades 10-12 (0.5 Credit) Pre-requisite: Intro to Art, Ceramics Students will be familiarized with materials and processes which lead to the creation of forms in space. Both subtrac-tive and additive methods of sculpture are taught. Students will develop an awareness of traditional and con-temporary sculpture. Students will use a variety of materials including cardboard, metals, plaster, clay, wood, paper, and foam.

CERAMICS 180 Grades 10-12 (0.5 Credit) Pre-requisite: Intro to Art 1 and 2 Ceramic handbuilding methods such as pinch, slab, and coil will be used to create both decorative and/or functional clay objects. This class will also learn and master how to use the pottery wheel and throw a variety of bowls and vases. Stu-dents will become familiar with vocabulary, techniques, tools, and glaze used in the ceramic process. Students will develop an awareness and application for pottery created by other cultures throughout history. ADVANCED CERAMICS 181 Grades 10-12 (0.5 Credit) Pre-requisite: Intro to Art, Ceramics In this class you will be mostly working on the wheel. You will be adding handbuilding methods such as pinch, slab, and coil to create both decorative and/or functional clay objects onto your wheel thrown pottery. Students will master vocab-ulary, techniques, tools, and glaze used in the ceramic pro-cess. Offered in Spring semester only. GRAPHIC DESIGN & DIGITAL ARTS 185 Grades 10-12 (0.5 Credit) Pre-requisite: Intro to Art Students will learn basic graphic design using digital media to convey an idea, sell a product, and convey messages. Stu-dents will also learn about the elements and principles of design using typography, photography, illustration, and sym-bolism. Students will also have a functional knowledge of Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, and Adobe InDesign. MULTICULTURAL ARTS & CRAFTS 190 Grades 10-12 (0.5 Credit) Pre-requisite: Intro to Art, Ceramics Students will learn about a variety of different cultures and the arts within them. In this class, students pick the cultures that interest them and we base our projects around them. We will create a variety of 2D and 3D art within this course. INDEPENDENT STUDY: ART I199 Grades 11-12 (0.5 Credit) Pre-requisite: All other Art courses and teacher approval This class is designed for students that have completed four levels of art and are interested in continuing to pursue art beyond previous curriculum. IS Art is designed for self-motivated, serious art students capable of working inde-pendently and gives them the freedom to explore the poten-tials and limitations of any art medium they are interested in working with to express themselves visually through the use of their chosen materials. Students should reflect on past experiences and expand on their understanding of the differ-ent mediums by gathering outside information and inspira-

tion.

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Course Descriptions

Business Education SOFTWARE APPLICATIONS FOR BUSINESS TRC 203 Grades 9-12 (1 Credit) Computer skills gained in this course help students in high school classes, in the workplace, and at the college level. SAB improves students’ file management, word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation skills as well as teaching ef-fective and efficient ways to integrate office software. Soft-ware applications will be directly related to solving business problems, formatting business information, and creating busi-ness reports. The work students do in this class is designed to improve their keyboarding speed and accuracy. Business communication skills are covered as well as features of elec-tronic calendars and email correspondence. Students will have the opportunity to earn Microsoft Office Specialist Certi-fication. This is a 2-semester (full year) course. ***Students earning a 78% or better in both semesters will also earn 3 credits at Western Technical College. ACCOUNTING 1 TRC 215 Grades 10-12 (1 Credit) This course is highly recommended for anyone interested in a business career of any kind. Students are introduced to the accounting cycle, special journals and subsidiary ledgers, and payroll systems. Transactions are completed for service and merchandising businesses; financial statements are prepared and analyzed for proprietorships and partnerships. Students complete a simulation as well as use computers for automat-ed accounting and spreadsheet applications. This is a 2-semester (full year) course. *** Students earning a 78% or better in both semesters will also earn 3 credits at Western Technical College. ACCOUNTING 2 220 Grades 11-12 (1 Credit) Pre-requisite: Accounting 1 Students continue to build a strong foundation in accounting theory and procedures within a corporation. Students use Excel and accounting software throughout the class to expe-rience manual and computerized accounting. Topics covered include: uncollectible accounts, notes receivable and payable, accrued revenue and expenses, accounting for inventories, plant assets and depreciation, analyzing and interpreting fi-nancial statements, and corporate and nonprofit accounting. Students will complete a business simulation. This is a 2-semester (full year) course. awesome MARKETING 222 Grades 10-12 (0.5 Credit) This class helps students understand all aspects of marketing from the producer through distribution channels to the con-sumer. There are several hands-on projects involving adver-tising campaigns and completing a marketing plan. This is a great class to learn how to market yourself as well as a busi-ness.

INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS 225 Grades 9-12 (0.5 Credit) Students will develop a sense of their role as a consumer in today’s society. They will discuss the economy and how businesses succeed. Curriculum includes units on: the economy, owning and operating a business, business in a global economy, marketing, human resources, and manag-ing financial and technological resources. Students will connect with local businesses. BUSINESS LAW 230 Grades 11-12 (0.5 Credit) Students examine areas of law including contracts, con-sumer protection, employment, and credit. Students exam-ine buying versus leasing and gain an understanding of in-surance. Additionally, the topics of marriage, divorce, re-tirement, and preparing a will are discussed. Students will apply law to specific case studies to determine the legal outcome. An actual civil court case is viewed and dis-cussed. Guest speakers from a variety of occupations (bankers, law enforcement, and local business) enhance the curriculum. Completion of this course fulfills the finan-cial literacy graduation requirement. tigers CAREERS 235 Grades 10-12 (0.5 Credit) Careers is a course designed for students to explore life-long career development. Students will plan for their fu-tures and utilize information about themselves to explore possible career options. The Careers course will allow stu-dents to develop career plans, and investigate their own personal interests and values while developing successful work skills. MICROSOFT OFFICE SPECIALIST 1 238 Grades 10-12 (0.5 Credit) Pre-requisite: Teacher approval This online course covers the latest Microsoft Office Soft-ware. The course engages students in critical thinking and problem-solving skills to create their own solutions using Microsoft Office Software programs. Students will have the opportunity to complete up to three Microsoft Office Indus-try Certifications in each of the individual programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Certification work is individualized based on students’ past success in certification testing. Excel must be one of the certifications achieved. MICROSOFT OFFICE SPECIALIST 2 239 Grades 10-12 (0.5 Credit) Pre-requisite: Teacher approval This online course transitions to database work. The course engages students in critical thinking and problem-solving skills to create their own solutions using Microsoft Office Access software programs. Students will have the oppor-tunity to complete two additional Microsoft Office Industry Certifications in each of the individual programs (Word, Access, PowerPoint. Certification work is individualized based on students past success in certification testing. Ac-cess must be one of the certifications achieved.

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Business Education cont... EXPLORING COMPUTER SCIENCE 240 Grades 9-12 (0.5 Credit) Exploring Computer Science is a course designed in part-nership with the National Science Foundation to enhance computer science learning opportunities. The course con-sists of six units that draw on a variety of tools/platforms and culminates with projects around the following topics: Human Computer Interaction, Problem Solving, Web Design, Programming, and Computing and Data. Students are intro-duced to the major components of the computer. Basic steps in algorithmic problem-solving, including the problem statement and exploration, examination of sample instanc-es, design, program coding, testing, and verification are covered. Students take on the role of a developer by ex-panding their knowledge of programming and Web page design and apply it to the creation of Web pages. Students should possess the following skills/traits to take this class: curiosity, attention to detail, independent learner, adaptable, persistent, and enjoy problem solving. RETAIL AND SUPERVISORY MANAGEMENT TRC 241 Grades 11-12 (0.5 Credit) Pre-requisites: Successful completion of 2 business cours-es and teacher approval This course provides a culminating experience for students with an opportunity to apply business skills learned in pre-vious courses. The course requires hands-on experience managing all aspects of a school store including purchas-ing, inventorying, marketing, sales, working, supervising “employees”, and financial reporting. Offered in Fall se-mester only. *** Students earning a 78% or better in both semesters will also earn 3 credits at Western Technical College. INDEPENDENT STUDY: TECH TEAM I202 & I203 Grade 12 (0.5 Credit per semester) Pre-requisites: Interview and teacher approval Are you interested in working with technology? Whether it is hardware or software, put your skills to work at BRFHS. As a member of the tech team, you’ll typically work during school hours to aid other students and staff members with diagnosing, fixing, and troubleshooting technology-related issues. Other responsibilities may include teaching technol-ogy related skills to students and staff, helping to imple-ment new programs, participating in social media cam-paigns, website design, screen casting, database design, entering help desks, assisting with laptop distribution and collection, as well as other initiatives that arise during the school year.

YOUTH APPRENTICESHIP YA Grades 11-12 (Up to 1 Credit per semester) Pre-requisites: The Youth Apprenticeship (YA) course is an opportunity to gain hands-on career related technical skills in various fields. The program offers placements with a wide variety of community businesses and agencies. Throughout the school year (and summer) the students must work 450 hours on the job. Students must show that they have gained the skills necessary for entry-level work in the specific field, as laid out by the Wisconsin Youth Apprentice Skills Standards Checklist. YA Program Areas are: Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources; Architecture and Construction; Art, A/V Technology, and Communications; Finance; Health Science; Hospitality, Lodging, and Tourism; Information Technology; Manufacturing; Marketing; Science, Technology, Engineer-ing, and Mathematics (STEM); and Transportation, Distribu-tion, and Logistics. WORK BASED LEARNING WBL Grade 12 (Up to 1 Credit per semester) Pre-requisites: Submitted application, teacher approval, and expressed interest in particular career path This Work Based Learning course is offered to enable stu-dents to gain hands-on experiences in various fields. The program offers placements with a wide variety of commu-nity businesses and agencies. Throughout the semester, students must complete a specific number of hours per week (as determined by their individual plan) as well as online modules to foster basic Employability Skills and fur-ther career exploration to help prepare them for a success-ful future in the workplace. Work Based Learning fields include: Agriculture, Business, Family and Consumer Sci-ence, Health, and Technology. TEACHER ASSISTANT TA Grade 12 (0.25 Credit) Pre-requisite: Approval from requested teacher The Teacher Assistant (TA) will be an aide to the classroom teacher. He/She will report directly to the classroom and will take direction from the instructor. Duties may include working in small groups, helping with classroom prepara-tion, or on-on-one instruction. Students must demonstrate excellent attendance, a positive attitude, and a good work-ing knowledge of the subject matter.

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English

Graduation Requirements: 4 Credits English 9 (1 credit)

Composition (0.5 credit)

World Literature (0.5 credit)

English 11 (1 credit)

Elective English Courses

ENGLISH 9* 250 Grades 9-12 (1 Credit) English 9 is a prerequisite for all future English courses and provides a foundation in grammar and usage, vocabu-lary study, writing, and reading and understanding litera-ture. Students will read short stories, poetry, plays, and novels and analyze these literary pieces orally and in for-mal and informal writing situations relating them to life experiences. Students will also read independently for en-richment. This is a 2-semester (full year) course. COMPOSITION* 254 Grades 10-12 (0.5 Credit) Pre-requisite: English 9 Students will focus on improving the writing skills they learned in English 9 by continuing their study of formal writing and writing about literature. The class will be com-posed of essays. ENGLISH 11* 260 Grades 11-12 (1 Credit) Pre-requisites: English 9, Composition, and World Lit. In English 11, students will study early American literature to the turn of the twentieth century. All genres including short stories, poetry, plays, novels, and essays may be read. Students will examine how major historical events such as slavery and the Revolutionary and Civil Wars af-fected the literature written during this time. Besides read-ing and discussing the literature, students will write in re-sponse to what they read utilizing the skills learned in Composition. Students will continue to develop vocabulary knowledge. This is a 2-semester (full year) course. WORLD LITERATURE* 265 Grades 10-12 (0.5 Credit) Pre-requisite: English 9 In World Literature, students will read and analyze litera-ture written by authors from around the world. This study will include poetry, plays, essays, novels, short stories, and mythology. Students will respond to this literature both orally and in formal and informal writing. Social and cultur-al issues as related to the written literature will be exam-ined during the course. Grammar and usage will be studied as needed in the context of writing in response to the literature. Vocabulary will also be an integral part of this course. This course is a graduation requirement for the Class of 2023 and beyond.

FILM AS LITERATURE 291 Grades 11-12 (0.5 Credit) Pre-requisites: English 9, World Lit., and Composition In Film as Literature, students will examine the elements of storytelling through the analysis and discussion of the dif-ferent literary elements through the comparative study of both film and literature. Students will study how film has been influenced by literature and literature has been influ-enced by film, how storytelling differs between the medi-ums, and the limitations of each medium as a storytelling tool. This course will also explore the challenges and op-portunities created by transferring literature to film. This course requires extensive reading and writing as well as classroom discussion of film. Offered in even-numbered graduation years; next offered in 2021-2022. COLLEGE PREP WRITING 269 Grades 11-12 (0.5 Credit) Pre-requisites: B average in English 9 and Composition Part of preparing for writing in college is getting accepted into college. In this course, you will write your college ap-plication essay with guidance so you will have a prepared narrative to use for college and/or scholarship applications. We will examine how writing for college differs from writing for high school. We will practice types of writing assigned in college, including the argumentative essay and the literary analysis essay. We will review and apply the writing pro-cess with guidance from the text Stronger Writing Skills: The Complete College Prep Writing Course. We will review grammar rules by application through editing activities and expand our vocabulary with ACT/SAT prep activities. Of-fered in even-numbered graduation years; next offered in 2021-2022. CLASSICS AS GRAPHICS 273 Grades 10-12 (0.5 Credit) Students who enjoy reading comic books and/or Anime should consider taking this course. After reviewing the evo-lution of visual literature from the comic book origin to the graphic novel today, students will “read with pictures” and condensed narrative to analyze classic pieces of literature in addition to award-winning contemporary graphic novels. By the conclusion of this course, students will create their own graphic literature. Offered in odd-numbered graduation years; next offered in 2020-2021. CREATIVE WRITING 282 Grades 11-12 (0.5 Credit) Pre-requisites: English 9 and Composition In this course, students will explore the elements of nu-merous literary forms (short fiction, poetry, film) and the creative power of both print and multimedia formats within different literary genres (mystery, suspense, science fiction,

fantasy). There will be an emphasis on creating poet-ry and short fiction. Class discussion and the sharing of each student’s work will be required.

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English cont... COMMUNICATION* 287 Grades 10-12 (0.5 Credit) Pre-requisite: English 9 Students will be introduced to public speaking skills and the art of oral communication. Through researching, plan-ning, writing, and presenting speeches, students will devel-op effective organization, evaluation, and presentation techniques. Students will learn a variety of speaking styles, such as informative, persuasive, interview, and demonstra-tive speaking to meet different occasions and purposes. This course is a graduation requirement for the Classes of 2021 and 2022. Offered in odd-numbered graduation years; next offered in 2020-2021. BRITISH LITERATURE 289 Grades 11-12 (0.5 Credit) Pre-requisite: Composition This course is designed for students who plan on attending college after graduating from high school. This course is a survey of major writers and works of British Literature, from the early Anglo-Saxon period to the present. DRAMA LITERATURE 290 Grades 10-12 (0.5 Credit) Students will read and study drama chosen from historical and modern times with an emphasis on the development of drama. Students will write in response to the plays using research skills and good essay techniques learned in previ-ous English courses. In addition, students will compose and perform dramatic material in the classroom. This course will develop a basic understanding of human nature and culture. Oral reading and role-playing will be required. AP LITERATURE & COMPOSITION 292 Grades 11-12 (1 Credit) In the Advanced Placement English course, students will develop analytic literary skills. These much-emphasized analytic skills will be developed through the in-depth read-ing of a wide variety of advanced/college level novels, short stories, and poems. These skills will be further honed by class discussion, formal writing, and critical analysis. Addi-tionally, this course will function much the same as that of a first year college English course; therefore, students should be prepared for college level rigor. This includes a summer reading requirement (assigned prior to the last day of the current school year) that must be completed prior to the first day of classes. This is a 2-semester (full year) course. Upon the completion of this course, students may choose to take the AP Literature and Composition Exam. A satisfacto-ry score on this exam may allow students to test out of or earn credit for a general college English class. Students should check the policies of the university they plan to at-tend regarding AP course and exams.

WRITING: SRL/NEWS 293, 297, & 299 Grades 10-12 (1 Credit per year) Pre-requisite: English 9 Do you want to be part of shaping the news? Writing: SRL/News, the class that publishes the Paw Print Online and acts as a PBS NewsHour Student Reporting Lab, needs YOU. While taking on the challenges of writing researched news, persuasive and narrative articles, students get the opportuni-ty to interview a wide variety of people and research interest-ing topics. The result? Work that makes people talk. The work staffers publish gets school, community, and national expo-sure. The national exposure comes through its partnership with PBS NewsHour as a Student Reporting Lab. Student work has the potential to be shown on the NewsHour’s na-tional evening news program. Writing, video, and social media opportunities are available. A performance contract is re-quired of each student. VIDEO PRODUCTION 1 280 & 281 Grades 10-12 (0.5 Credit per semester) This fast-paced and fun course challenges students to be-come part of the team that produces content for GM97, the morning video announcements. Students learn the basics of digital video editing and explore the use of digital sound and video to create interesting stories and messages. This course does not fulfill an English requirement. VIDEO PRODUCTION 2 283 & 284 Grades 11-12 (0.5 Credit per semester) Pre-requisites: Video Production 1 and teacher approval This course provides additional opportunities for students to continue designing elements of media, visual literacy, and television production. Students will produce short, original video projects and will be required and encouraged to vide-otape events around Black River Falls schools for use in pro-jects and newscasts. This course does not fulfill an English requirement. YEARBOOK 294, 298, 300, & 302 Grades 9-12 (1 Credit per year) Pre-requisites: English 9 and teacher recommendation This class creates and publishes the Breeze yearbook. Stu-dents get the opportunity to interview and photograph a wide variety of people and research school-based topics. In the end, you’ll understand the rush of cracking open that first yearbook and seeing your work in print. Writing, photography, and design opportunities are available. A performance con-tract is required of each student. This course does not fulfill an English requirement.

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Family & Consumer Education

PARENTING & INFANT/TODDLER DEVELOPMENT TRC 305 Grades 11-12 (0.5 Credit) In this course you will study infant and toddler develop-ment. Course competencies include: integrate strategies that support diversity and anti-bias perspectives; analyze development of infants and toddlers (conception to three years); correlate prenatal conditions with development; summarize child development theories; analyze the role of heredity and the environment; examine research-based models; examine culturally and developmentally appropri-ate environments for infants and toddlers. ***Students earning a 78% or better in both 305 & 307 will also earn 3 credits at Western Technical College. PARENTING & CHILD DEVELOPMENT TRC 307 Grades 11-12 (0.5 Credit) Pre-requisite: Parenting & Infant/Toddler Development In this course we will examine child development within the context of the early childhood education setting. Course competencies include: analyze social, cultural, and eco-nomic influence on child development; summarize child development theories; analyze development of children age three through age eight; summarize the methods and de-signs of child development research; analyze the role of heredity and the environment. ***Students earning a 78% or better in both 305 & 307 will also earn 3 credits at Western Technical College. FOODS: FAMILY, FOOD, AND SOCIETY 310 Grades 9-12 (0.5 Credit) In this course we will discuss the basic cooking skills asso-ciated with interpreting recipes, measuring techniques, preparation tasks, and time management. In addition, the student will become familiar with the safe use and care of kitchen tools and equipment. The MyPlate model is used as a reference for planning and preparing a variety of recipes for the numerous lab experiences. Also, the student will determine how to become a wise consumer when purchas-ing food. A $10.00 lab fee is required. CREATIVE FOODS: FOODS AND CULTURE TRC 311 Grades 11-12 (0.5 Credit) Pre-requisite: Foods: Family, Food, and Society This class explores areas of food from all around the world. Students will not only study foods from other countries, but will also learn how to cook using different food techniques. In addition, this course allows for students to experiment more in advanced food preparation. A versatile selection of recipes will be prepared each week. A $10.00 lab fee is re-quired. ***Students earning a 78% or better will also earn 3 credits at Western Technical College.

CLOTHING 1 315 Grades 9-12 (0.5 Credit) In this course, students will learn the basics of clothing construction. Through classroom instruction students will learn the basics about sewing machines and hand sewing. Students will be required to choose and then construct their own sewing projects applying all the information gained. The average project costs around $15-$30 depend-ing on what is chosen. CLOTHING 2 320 Grades 10-12 (0.5 Credit) Pre-requisite: Clothing 1 Expanding on what was learned in Clothing 1, students will make at least three large projects of their choice and expe-rience a craft unit. Instruction of sewing basics will be on-going. This class is offered simultaneously with Clothing 1 coursework. The average project costs around $15-$30 depending on what is chosen. HOUSING 328 Grades 10-12 (0.5 Credit) Housing is a study of national and international housing needs, trends, lifestyles, interiors, and exteriors. Responsi-bilities of renting and ownership are compared. A study of housing costs, financing alternatives, insurance, and vari-ous purchasing facts are studied prior to selecting a hous-ing plan. Computer technology will be used to enhance the designing and decorating aspects of this plan. Color coordi-nation, wall finishes, floor coverings, window treatments, and furniture are included within the scope of interior deco-rating. Landscaping, energy conservation, and careers are also included. Field trips to examine available housing, model homes, and furniture dealers will be arranged. INDEPENDENT STUDY: CLOTHING I314 Grades 9-12 (0.5 Credit) Pre-requisites: Successful completion of Clothing 1 and Clothing 2 with A grades, and written teacher approval. INDEPENDENT STUDY: ASST. CHILDCARE TEACHER I304 Grades 11-12 (0.5 Credit) Pre-requisites: Successful completion of Infant/Toddler and Parent/Child, current work placement in a childcare center, and written teacher approval Students who complete this course will be a licensed As-sistant Childcare Teacher which allows them to open an in-home daycare or work as an assistant classroom teacher in an established daycare facility.

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Jobs for America’s Graduates

All JAG courses meet every day, alternating between JAG curriculum and an academic study hall. In working with the JAG Career Specialist, students are mentored to help over-come any obstacles to graduation, securing a job, or pursu-ing post-secondary education and/or training. JAG Work Skills L1 E110 Grade 9 (1 Credit per semester) Pre-requisite: Submitted application and interview Jobs for America’s Graduates (JAG) is an elective class centered on project-based learning. The first level focuses on developing students’ foundation of JAG skills in leader-ship and personal/career development. Students will begin to explore a variety of careers, local businesses, industries, and dream work activities. In addition, the JAG program regularly brings in outside speakers and arranges field trips. JAG Work Skills L2 E120 Grade 10 (1 Credit per semester) Pre-requisite: JAG L1 or submitted application/interview Jobs for America’s Graduates (JAG) is an elective class centered on project-based learning. The second level con-tinues to build upon the foundation of JAG skills. Students will start to lead projects and become more involved within the community. In addition, the JAG program regularly brings in outside speakers and arranges field trips. JAG Work Skills L3 E130 Grade 11 (1 Credit per semester) Pre-requisite: JAG L2 or submitted application/interview Jobs for America’s Graduates (JAG) is an elective class centered on project-based learning. The third level incor-porates more career exploration through job shadows, guest speakers, and field trips. Students will also generate a professional resume and job portfolio, and will have the opportunity to lead the JAG Career Association which de-termines activities and projects within the classroom. JAG Work Skills L4 E140 Grade 12 (1 Credit per semester) Pre-requisite: JAG L3 or submitted application/interview Jobs for America’s Graduates (JAG) is an elective class centered on project-based learning. The fourth level focus-es on mastering all levels of JAG job skills in leadership and personal/career development. Classroom activities and projects are determined by JAG Career Association leader-ship. In addition, the JAG program regularly brings in out-side speakers and arranges field trips.

Jobs for America’s Graduates (JAG) is

a free program to help students graduate with the tools they need to succeed after high school!

Acceptance into JAG requires a submitted appli-cation and a face-to-face interview with the JAG

Career Specialist.

Students will get hands-on experience while exploring career opportunities with local

employers. JAG can help them find a good job and teach them the skills necessary to move up.

JAG helps to make graduation possible through

tutoring, mentorship, and academic advising. Want to go to college? JAG specialists are avail-able to assist in picking out a school, filling out applications, and finding the money needed to

make it happen.

Any students interested in becoming a part of the JAG program should pick up an application in

the Counseling Office.

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Graduation Requirements: 3 Credits Algebra 1 (1 credit)

Geometry (1 credit)

Elective Math Course/s

The math department recommends students take at least one math course each year in preparation for college and/or technical college. Most colleges and universities require that high school students complete Algebra I, Geometry, and Algebra 2 for admission. Students planning to take Calculus as a senior will need to take both Geometry and Algebra 2 during their sophomore year. MASTERY OF ALGEBRA 406 Grades 9-10 (1 Credit) This course must be taken concurrently with Algebra 1. Stu-dents in this course will be given various strategies to sup-port the successful completion of their Algebra course. Students will be assigned to this course by teacher recom-mendation only. This is a 2-semester (full year) course. MASTERY OF GEOMETRY 407 Grades 10-12 (1 Credit) This course must be taken concurrently with Geometry. Students in this course will be given various strategies to support the successful completion of their Geometry course. Students will be assigned to this course by teacher recommendation only. This is a 2-semester (full year) course. ALGEBRA 1* 410 Grades 9-12 (1 Credit) Algebra 1 Connections is the first course in a five-year se-quence of college preparatory mathematics courses that delivers traditionally rigorous algebraic content using a problem-based approach. It has strong threads woven throughout the course on multiple representations and the meaning of a solution. A major focus of the course is to develop multiple strategies to solve problems and to rec-ognize multiple ways of understanding concepts. This is a 2-semester (full year) course.

GEOMETRY* 415 Grades 9-12 (1 Credit) Pre-requisite: Successful completion of Algebra 1 (full year) Core Connections Geometry is the second course in a five-year sequence of college preparatory mathematics courses that starts with Algebra 1 and continues through Calculus. It aims to formalize and extend the geometry that students have learned in previous courses. It does this by focusing on establishing triangle congruence dilations and proportional reasoning. It also helps students develop the concepts of formal proof, explore the properties of 2– and 3-dimensional objects, work within the rectangular coordinate system to verify geometric relationships, and prove basic theorems about circles. Students also use the language of set theory to compute and interpret probabilities for compound events. This is a 2-semester (full year) course. ALGEBRA 2 420 Grades 10-12 (1 Credit) Pre-requisite: Successful completion of Geometry (full year) Core Connections Algebra 2 is the third course in a five-year sequence of rigorous college preparatory mathematics courses that starts with Algebra 1 and continues through Calculus. It aims to apply and extend what students have learned in previous courses by focusing on finding connec-tions between multiple representations of functions, trans-formations of different function families, finding zeros of pol-ynomials and connecting them to graphs and equations of polynomials, modeling periodic phenomena with trigonome-try, and understanding the role of randomness and the nor-mal distribution in making statistical conclusions. This is a 2-semester (full year) course. PRE-CALCULUS 425 Grades 11-12 (1 Credit) Pre-requisite: Successful completion of Algebra 2 (full year) Pre-Calculus is a college-prep class and is designed for very strong math students. Grades of C or better should have been earned in previous math courses. It covers linear and quadratic functions, polynomial functions (including those with degree greater than two), inequalities in one variable and also in two variables, properties, graphs, inverses, and applications of functions, trigonometric functions, trigono-metric equations and applications, triangle trigonometry, trigonometric addition formulas, polar coordinates, complex numbers, vectors and determinants, and sequences and se-ries. Successful students may advance to AP Calculus. This is a 2-semester (full year) course.

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AP CALCULUS AB 435 Grade 12 (1 Credit) Pre-requisite: Successful completion of Pre-Calculus The student will develop an understanding of both differen-tiation and integration comparable to a first course of intro-ductory college calculus. Emphasis will be placed on both the derivation and application of the fundamental principles of calculus. Graphing calculators will be used extensively in the learning process. This is a 2-semester (full year) course. Upon the completion of this course, students may choose to take the AP Calculus Exam. A satisfactory score on this exam may allow students to test out of or earn credit for a general college Math class. Students should check the poli-cies of the university they plan to attend regarding AP course and exams. PERSONAL FINANCE 450 Grades 10-12 (0.5 Credit) This course will inform students how individual choices directly influence occupational goals and future earnings potential. Real world topics covered will include income, money management, spending and credit, as well as saving and investing. Students will design personal and household budgets utilizing checking and savings accounts, gain knowledge in finance, debt and credit management, and evaluate and understand insurance and taxes. Completion of this course fulfills the financial literacy graduation re-quirement. STATISTICS 4?? Grades 11-12 (0.5 Credit) Through this course, students will be able to organize data using tables and graphs, and determine and analyze measures of central tendencies, measures of variation, and measures of position. Students will be able to calculate simple and complex probability, as well as probability dis-tributions. Also, students will expand their critical thinking by being able to use different methods to accept or reject a certain hypothesis, evaluate parameters, and determine correlation between data. MATH FOR THE TECH TRADES TRC 4?? Grades 11-12 (1 Credit) This course will study how technicians use arithmetic and algebra as problem-solving tools. Topics include arithmetic skills with integers, decimals, and fractions. Algebraic skills involving equations, word problems, percentages, and technical formulas will focus on the needs of students’ pro-fessional studies. ***Students who earn a 78% or better will earn 3 credits through Chippewa Valley Technical College.

CONCERT CHOIR 501 & 502 Grade 9-12 (0.5 Credit per semester) Concert Choir is a vocal ensemble open to students in grades 9-12. students will learn musical concepts relating to vocal production, note reading/sight singing, ear training, elementary music theory, and appropriate performance practice. In addition to daily rehearsal, students are re-quired to participate in all scheduled performances. Stu-dents are encouraged to take advantage of additional per-formance opportunities such as Solo & Ensemble contest. CHAMBER CHOIR 505 & 506 Grades 10-12 (0.5 Credit per semester) Pre-requisite: Audition and/or director’s consent Chamber Choir is an advanced auditioned ensemble that focuses on choral music from a wide variety of genres, styles, cultures, and difficulty levels. Students are expected to have mastered basic concepts relating to vocal produc-tion, note reading/sight singing, ear training, elementary music theory, and appropriate performance practice prior to acceptance into this course. In addition to daily rehears-al, students are required to participate in all scheduled per-formances. Students are encouraged to take advantage of additional performance opportunities such as Solo & En-semble contest. Auditions for this ensemble take place be-fore class registration, and students are registered for this course by the instructor. BAND 511 & 512 Grades 9-12 (0.5 Credit per semester) High School Band is a performing ensemble where students develop their instrumental playing abilities. Rehearsals incorporate the study of music ranging from traditional band repertoire to contemporary, pop, rock, and jazz litera-ture. In addition to rehearsals, students are required to at-tend individual/small group lessons and all scheduled per-formances. Marching requirements include pregame and half-time shows for home football games and attendance at all scheduled parades. Band students are also involved with the Tiger Pep Band for performances at home sporting events and school assemblies. In addition, band members may choose to participate in Solo & Ensemble contest, jazz ensemble, and handbells. To plan for the marching season, students cannot drop Semester 1 band after August 1. This course may be taken for credit up to eight semester and should be taken as a yearlong class unless special permis-sion is given from the band director.

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MUSIC APPRECIATION 520 Grades 9-12 (0.5 Credit) Music Appreciation is a survey course integrating fundamen-tal and structural elements of music, historical aspects of music in relation to significant events, composition and per-formance techniques, and analysis/evaluation of music of diverse culture. The course is open to all students. Topics will include composition, guided listening, research, and discus-sion. Units covered include jazz, eras of musical history, mu-sicals, careers in music, technology in music, and others. INTRODUCTION TO MUSIC & THEATRE TECHNOLOGY 525 Grades 10-12 (0.5 Credit) Introduction to Music and Theatre Technology prepares a stu-dent to do basic work on the technical side of theatrical pro-ductions. The units include Basic Technical Theatre, Lighting, Audio, and Lighting Design. Students will receive practical experience in the operation and programming of the light and sounds boards, and will complete projects that utilize these technologies/equipment. Students will also study music nota-tion software and sound-editing software. This class is geared toward students who would like to work as a Lunda Theatre Technician. MUSIC IN FILM 540 Grades 11-12 (0.5 Credit) Pre-requisite: Successful completion of one other High School Music course This class will allow students to analyze the connection be-tween music and film. Students will learn about the process of scoring music to fit movies and specific scenes and deter-mining instrumentation to best portray the desired mood. The history of scoring music to fit a scene, with roots in classical music and opera, to early film (Silent movies), through the advent of computers and synthesizers, to modern-day film scoring will be covered. Influential film composers and their works will be discussed and analyzed. Students will also have the opportunity to create their own film score for a short sce-ne. Projects will include the critical analysis of film scores for several movies, composing music to fit specified moods and scenes, and creating a film score for a short video.

MUSIC IN FILM 2: THE SEQUEL 541 Grades 11-12 (0.5 Credit) Pre-requisite: Music in Film “Music in Film 2: The Sequel” is a continuation of Music in Film and the discussion of the role of music in film. “The Se-quel” will move into current films and video games with mod-ern-day composers. Students will view films and critically analyze the music for its function and musicality and com-pose music to fit particular scenes. Discussion about film composers, other careers in the film music industry, music in films, television shows, and video games will occur. Projects relating to these concepts will be completed as well. Offered in Spring semester of odd-numbered graduation years; next offered in 2020-2021. INDEPENDENT STUDY: MUSIC THEORY I530 Grades 10-12 (0.5 Credit) Pre-requisite: At least two semesters of HS ensemble expe-rience (band or choir) and teacher approval Music Theory is for music students who want to enrich their musical experiences in band and choir as well as solo per-formance. This class will explore how music is put together (harmony), and how that harmony “works”. Music theory is recommended for any student who is proficient in voice or on an instrument, but, in particular, it will prepare students to test into an accelerated college level theory course if they decide to study music after high school. Specific topics for learning and practice include: elements of pitch and rhythm, major and minor chords and keys, 3– and 4-part writing, and others. INDEPENDENT STUDY: MUSIC COMPOSITION I501 Grades 10-12 (0.5 Credit) Pre-requisite: Successful completion of IS Music Theory Music Composition is a continuation of Music Theory. Stu-dents will learn about cadences, phrases, harmonic progres-sions, and chords. The seven modes, instrument transposi-tions, and instrument ranges are also discussed. The stu-dents then use these concepts to compose pieces of their own. Compositions for voice, instrumental ensembles, and jazz ensembles are examples of the projects students will complete.

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Graduation Requirements: 2 Credits Health (0.5 credit)

Physical Education

PE 1: Fitness and Wellness 1 (0.5 credit)

PE 2: Fitness and Wellness 2 (0.5 credit)

Elective Phy. Ed. Course

HEALTH* 660 Grade 9 (0.5 Credit) Quality health education motivates individuals to take an active role in protecting, maintaining, and improving their health. The philosophy is to have individuals successfully develop, establish, and achieve positive lifestyle goals. These goals enhance the probability of lifelong participation in health-promoting behaviors. Units to include:

Mental/Emotional Health

Communication Skills and Strategies

Nutrition/Fitness

Alcohol, Tobacco, and Drug Education

Critical issues in growth and development, functions of

the body, and human sexuality/prevention/transmission/symptoms and diseases

CPR/First Aid

***STUDENTS MAY ONLY ENROLL IN ONE PHY. ED. CLASS PER SEMESTER***

PE 1: FITNESS AND WELLNESS 1* 600 Grade 9-12 (0.5 Credit) This course is designed to promote a positive attitude to-ward movement and health concepts. Students will conduct their personal fitness and wellness inventory, assess their own fitness level, set goals as they relate to their personal fitness level, learn about health and skill related compo-nents of fitness, and various activities that will help develop those components. Elements of basic nutrition, stress man-agement, and SMART goal setting will be taught. Students will self assess using journals, videos, technology, and pro-jects.

PE 2: FITNESS AND WELLNESS 2* 610 Grade 10 -12 (0.5 Credit) Pre-requisite: Successful completion of PE 1 Based on skills learned in Fitness and Wellness 1, students will explore current concepts and trends in health, exercise, and wellness. A variety of technology applications will be used to give students an opportunity to experience ways to monitor their fitness and nutrition. Students will create their personal fitness plan to meet their own goals that will sup-port their own pursuit of lifelong fitness. BASIC RESISTANCE TRAINING 615 Grades 11-12 (0.5 Credit) Pre-requisite: Successful completion of PE 2 This course is designed to teach students an understanding of resistance training through a variety of equipment such as bands, medicine balls, and kettlebells. Introductory safety information and general terminology will be taught to help students understand the basic concepts of training. There will be in-depth instruction on the correct technique, muscle identification, and the FITT (Frequency, Intensity, Time, and Type) principle as it applies to individual outcomes and goal setting. Offered in Spring semester only. ADVENTURE LEADERSHIP/SKILLS/FITNESS 620 Grades 12 (0.5 Credit) Pre-requisite: Successful completion of PE 2 Adventure Leadership is a course designed to teach and build students’ skills in and appreciation of adventure based activi-ties and team building concepts. This course is focused on three elements: Leadership, Outdoor Adventure, and Fitness. It is experiential by design and will require students to con-sider healthy forms of trust building and risk taking. Skill and fitness development will be focused on creating a safe and successful semester of adventure. This course also requires students to complete a minimum of 6 hours of leadership outside of the classroom setting in adventure based activi-ties. Students who are interested in developing their leader-ship skills and style as well as gaining self confidence and courage are a perfect fit for this course. Adventure is a state of mind. Students will be required to have appropriate outside gear for certain units that are weather dependent (specific example: snow gear) and should discuss with the instructor if there are any concerns.

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POWER UP 636 Grades 11-12 (0.5 Credit) Pre-requisite: Successful completion of PE 2 In this course, students will learn a variety of self empow-ering techniques through units in body image, yoga, self defense, cardio kickboxing, and core training. In these units students will learn basic breathing and mindfulness tech-niques, basic to intermediate yoga poses, how to incorpo-rate equipment and create sequences to use for lifelong fitness. Students will be required to have appropriate out-side gear for certain units that are weather dependent and should discuss with the instructor if there are any con-cerns. PE SPORTS MEDICINE 638 Grades 11-12 (0.5 Credit) Pre-requisite: Successful completion of PE 2 This course is designed for students who have a special interest in the field of athletic training, physical therapy, fitness, physiology of exercise, kinesiology, nutrition, and related fields. Knowledge and hands on experience will be gained in the areas of: prevention, care and treatment of athletic injuries, taping and wrapping injuries, first aid/CPR, emergency situations, fitness/conditioning and weight training programs, and sports medicine careers. TIGER STRENGTH 6?? Grades 11-12 (0.5 Credit) Pre-requisites: Student Athlete (1 sport) or Basic Re-sistance Training Tiger Strength is a class that is aimed at the advanced stu-dent-athlete to improve strength and explosiveness. Stu-dents wills et goals for themselves, ideally to improve in the sport they play. Along with the instructor, students will monitor and measure improvement throughout the semes-ter. Offered in Fall semester only. **PENDING BOARD APPROVAL—FEBRUARY 2020** ADAPTIVE PHY. ED. MENTOR ??? Grades 10-12 (0.5 Credit) Pre-requisite: Written teacher approval The APE Mentoring Program provides students with mean-ingful opportunities to be physically active for enjoyment, socialization, and to improve health-related fitness. We hope to provide students with the tools, knowledge, and compassion to advocate for the well-being of all students with or without disabilities throughout our school. Through participation in class activities students develop an interest in physical activity and recreation so that they can continue to be physically active and healthy adults within their com-munity. Mentors are required to sign a contract outlining expectations for attendance and participation in all class activities.

Graduation Requirements: 3 Credits Biology (1 credit)

Elective Science Courses

BIOLOGY* 710 Grades 9-12 (1 Credit) The class will use an experimental approach to the study of life. The course content will deal with the scientific process, basic biochemistry, cell structure, cell processes including reproduction and metabolism, genetics, gene technology, evolution, bacteria, fungi and viruses, plants, and ecology. This is a 2-semester (full year) course. FORENSIC SCIENCE 716 Grade 10-12 (0.5 Credit) Pre-requisite: Biology This course explores the science behind criminal investiga-tion. This is an ideal course for those who like to apply scien-tific concepts to solve problems. Students will develop sev-eral laboratory skills to collect evidence, design experi-ments, and decipher experimental results. This class will focus heavily on laboratory skills and practices of the pro-fessional world. Topics will be introduced and reinforced in a variety of lab settings. HUMAN ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY TRC 720 Grade 12 (0.5 Credit) Pre-requisite: Successful completion of Biology and Chemis-try; Senior standing The course examines basic concepts of Human Anatomy and Physiology (A&P) as they relate to health sciences. Using a body systems approach, the course emphasizes the interre-lationships between structure and function at the gross & microscopic levels of organization of the entire human body. It is intended to prepare health care professionals who need to apply basic concepts of whole body A & P to informed de-cision-making and professional communication with col-leagues and patients. This course also provides the founda-tion for, and is a pre-requisite to, Advanced Anatomy and Physiology at Western Technical College. Offered in Spring semester only. *** Students earning a 78% or better will also earn 3 credits at Western Technical College.

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CHEMISTRY 730 Grade 10-12 (1 Credit) Pre-requisite: Geometry and Biology Chemistry is the study of matter, its forms, and changes. Students will formulate and revise scientific explanations and models using logic and evidence obtained from lecture and laboratory activities. Students will be taught to recog-nize and analyze alternative explanations of natural phe-nomena, communicate and defend a scientific argument, and design and conduct scientific investigations. Students planning to attend college or any health career occupation should have High School Chemistry on their transcript. This is a 2-semester (full year) course. PHYSICS 735 Grades 11-12 (1 credit) Pre-requisite: Algebra 2, Chemistry, and teacher approval Physics is the study of how our physical world works around us. You would do: labs, projects, teamwork, AND challenge yourself to become a problem solver. Physics class will be dedicated to linear mechanical energy. You will investigate, manipulate, and analyze the following con-cepts: velocity, acceleration, forces, motion, work, and mo-mentum. You will apply concepts to everyday life, the use of technology, project work, and teamwork will be empha-sized throughout all terms of physics. Then you will move onto rotational mechanical energy. We will also study fluid, thermal dynamics, and wave (sound and light) energies. This is a 2-semester (full year) course. MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY TRC 745 Grades 10-12 (0.5 Credit) This course is designed for students wishing to prepare for a future in the medical field. This course focuses on the component parts of medical terms: prefixes, suffixes, and root words. Students will practice the formation, analysis, and reconstruction of the terms. Emphasis on spelling, def-inition, and pronunciation will be incorporated into the learning of operative, diagnostic, therapeutic, and sympto-matic terminology of all body systems, as well as systemic and surgical terminology. Offered in Fall semester only. *** Students earning a 78% or better will also earn 3 credits at Western Technical College.

SUSTAINABILITY 750 Grades 9-12 (0.5 Credit) Sustainability was defined by the World Commission on Environment and Development (Brundtland Commission) in 1987 as “meeting the needs of society today without com-promising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs”. This course will look at the Science behind Sustainability and explore how today’s human societies can endure in the face of global change, ecosystem degradation and resource limitations. The course focuses on key knowledge areas of sustainability theory and practice, in-cluding renewable energies, recycling/trash management, global change, energy, agriculture, water, fuel alternatives, pollution, and much more. Offered in even-numbered grad-uation years; next offered in 2021-2022. ASTRONOMY 752 Grades 10-12 (0.5 Credit) Pre-requisite: Geometry This course provides an introduction to Astronomy for stu-dents interested in further exploration of space, gravitation-al forces, and non-Newtonian physics. Students should have strong language arts and math skills and a willingness to engage frequently in group work. This course will cover the following topics: ancient astronomy, relative distances and size in the universe, star and planet composition, black holes, nebula, and other cosmic phenomenon, space explo-ration, and gravitational forces and orbits. Offered in odd-numbered graduation years; next offered in 2020-2021. WILDLIFE ECOLOGY 754 Grade 10-12 (0.5 Credit) Pre-requisite: Biology This course is for those who are interested in Wisconsin wildlife and the outdoors. This is an ideal course for those who like to apply scientific concepts in the outdoors and in unique ways that require critical thinking. Students will learn about the complex relationships that exist among animals along with their life histories to explore how they all survive within the same community. Wisconsin biomes, plant, and wildlife are emphasized. You must be willing to go outside on nature walks and field trips in a variety of weather. GEOLOGY AND OCEANOLOGY 756 Grades 9-12 (0.5 Credit) This course is for students who wish to know more about our planet. In this course students will learn about: Earth’s interior, local geology, Earth’s history, water on Earth, and why the Earth looks the way it does. You may know that Earth is the third rock from the sun, but there is so much more! Topics will be introduced and reinforced in a variety of lab settings.

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HEALTH SCIENCE 760 Grades 10-11 (0.5 Credit) Pre-requisite: Biology and Health This course serves as an introduction to health science for students interested in health science careers. This explora-tory course includes: college and career exploration, basic knowledge and skills of medical professionals, and intro-duction to human health and disease, employability and professional leadership skills, and guidance for future course selections and career-related experiences. Upon the completion of an AP course, students may choose to take the AP Exam. A satisfactory score on the exam may allow students to test out of or earn credit for a general college Science class. Students should check the policies of the university they plan to attend regarding AP courses and exams. AP BIOLOGY 722 Grades 10-12 (1 Credit) Pre-requisite: Earned a grade of B or above in Biology and Chemistry; a highly motivated student may take Chemistry concurrently; failure to meet pre-requisites will require teacher approval AP Biology is designed to be the equivalent of a college introductory Biology course. The class framework supports four Big Ideas: Evolution, Cellular Processes: Energy and Communication, Genetics and Information Transfer, and Biological Interactions. Inquiry science practices such as developing hypotheses and experimental design are em-phasized. Routinely, students will mathematically analyze and graph data and present their results in a written formal lab. Free response writing and much textbook reading are required for the successful completion of the class. Stu-dents are assessed through exams, laboratories, and writ-ing assignments. It is assumed the student has a working knowledge of their high school Biology and Chemistry clas-ses. This is a 2-semester (full year) course. Offered in odd-numbered graduation years; next offered in 2020-2021.

AP ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE 726 Grades 10-12 (1 Credit) Pre-requisite: Biology and a physical science class (Chemistry, Sustainability, etc.); the physical science class may be taken concurrently; failure to meet pre-requisites will require teacher approval. This is a great class for anyone who has always wanted to try an AP class, especially if you are someone who cares about the environmental issues that challenge our world today. This class will provide you with the scientific princi-ples and skills required to identify and analyze environmen-tal problems, to evaluate the risks associated with these problems, and to examine solutions for resolving or pre-venting them. Students will participate in labs and fieldwork to collect and analyze authentic data and to evaluate specif-ic environments, such as wetlands, forests, or mining rec-lamation land. Field trips and professional speakers are an important part of this class. This is a 2-semester (full year) course. Offered in even-numbered graduation years; next offered in 2021-2022. AP CHEMISTRY 733 Grades 11-12 (1 Credit) Pre-requisites: Chemistry and Algebra 1 This AP Chemistry course is designed to be the equivalent of the general chemistry course usually taken during the first year of college. The course is structured around the six big ideas articulated in the AP Chemistry curriculum frame-work provided by the College Board. A special emphasis will be placed on the seven science practices, which cap-ture important aspects of the work that scientists engage in, with learning objectives that combine content with in-quiry and reasoning skills. This is a 2-semester (full year) course.

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Graduation Requirements: 3 Credits U.S. History (1 credit)

World History (or AP World History: Modern) (1 credit)

U.S. and Global Politics (0.5 credit)

Regional and Global Economics (0.5 credit)

U.S. HISTORY* 800 Grade 9-12 (1 Credit) The first semester of this course provides a 2-week survey of Revolutionary America through the 19th century; followed by 16 weeks studying the first half of the 20th Century. We will then study the early 20th Century’s economic and tech-nological developments, the effect of the Great Depression, both World Wars, and the origins of the Cold War. An em-phasis will be placed on leadership characteristics, charac-ter-building skills, and critical thinking activities to chal-lenge students in learning varying perspectives of Ameri-can History. The second semester of this course is a survey of the Unit-ed States from 1950 to the present period. The following events are highlighted: The Cold War, the 1960’s Social and Cultural Revolution, the Vietnam War, the Reagan Era, the post-Cold War world of the 1990’s, the events surrounding September 11, 2001, and beyond. This is a 2-semester (full year) course. WORLD HISTORY* 805 Grade 10-12 (1 Credit) The first semester of World History covers the rise of civili-zations to the rise of Islam and the Crusades. The students will explore the culture, development of people, places, and patterns of life that arise with advanced civilizations. The students will examine the geography, economy, govern-ment, social structure, religion, technology, and history of selected civilizations. Concepts stressed throughout the course are the same as those employed by all social scien-tists: critical thinking, analysis, and interpretation. The second semester of World History covers the conver-gence of cultures to modern civilizations. The students will explore the culture, development of people, places, and patterns of life and how those change with modern tech-nologies. The students will examine the geography, econo-my, government, social structure, religion, technology, and history of selected civilizations. Concepts stressed throughout the course are the same as those employed by all social scientists: critical thinking, analysis, and interpre-tation. This is a 2-semester (full year) course. **AP World History: Modern is accepted as a replace-ment for satisfying this graduation requirement.

U.S. AND GLOBAL POLITICS (USGP)* 810 Grades 10-12 (0.5 Credit) USGP explores the challenges and opportunities related to active citizenship in a democratic republic. Students are introduced to the current political culture, including an in-troduction to the U.S., Wisconsin, and Ho-Chunk Constitu-tions, and take a version of the U.S. Citizenship Test, a re-quirement for graduation in Wisconsin. In addition, students explore the global political environment including the 9-11 Wars and the complex nature of current foreign policy situ-ations. Close reading of essential documents of U.S. politi-cal history is emphasized and the course is taught in a blended fashion, utilizing traditional methods and digital applications. It is recommended that students take this course as a sophomore if they are planning to include AP courses during their junior and senior years. REGIONAL AND GLOBAL ECONOMICS* 815 Grades 10-12 (0.5 Credit) Regional and Global Economics examines the basic con-cepts of the American economic system in order to under-stand how the economy functions at the local, state, nation-al, and global levels. Throughout the course, both current and historical examples will be analyzed. It is recommend-ed that students take this course as a sophomore if they are planning to include AP courses during their junior and senior years. LAW AND SOCIETY 820 Grades 9-12 (0.5 Credit) Law and Society is designed to help students understand the ever-changing legal environment of Wisconsin and the United States through an introduction to both Constitutional and Criminal Law. A range of topics are explored including Amendment 1 freedoms, due process rights, the criminal justice system, criminology, the correctional system, and juvenile law. Reading and research are emphasized and the course is taught with a blend of traditional and online appli-cations. Local legal professionals share their expertise with the class on a variety of topics. Freshmen students must have instructor approval prior to enrolling. INTRODUCTION TO SOCIOLOGY 850 Grades 10-12 (0.5 Credit) This course focuses on the impact of society on human be-havior. Students will learn how culture, institutions, and groups can influence individuals. Emphasis will be placed on the following topics: world culture, socialization, effects of groups and group dynamics, the effect of class and edu-cation on people’s lives, and issues with inequality based on class, gender, race, and ethnicity.

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INTRO TO FIRST NATIONS STUDIES: THE TRIBAL WORLD 845 Grade 10-12 (0.5 Credit) This is a dual credit class affiliated with the First Nations Studies program at UW-Green Bay and focuses on important themes of Ho-Chunk history from the pre-contact period into the early 21st Century. In addition, all students enrolled in the course explore their personal ethnic heritage and examine how their lives intersect with our community’s shared history. Students must be active readers who are willing to work on college-level skill development. The course may be taken with or without the college credit component. ***Students earning a passing grade will receive 3 college credits. These credits will satisfy a diversity course require-ment. The fee for college credit is approximately $200. PHILOSOPHY 853 Grades 11-12 (0.5 Credit) This course is designed to strengthen critical thinking skills by examining issues relating to the study of human choice and consequences. Some issues will include, but are not limited to questions of morality, character, and truth, stem cell research, animal testing, cloning, behavioral genetics, and The Theatri-cal Virtues. Students will investigate their own morals, ethics, and decision making skills. Reading items will include, but are not limited to Socrates, Plato, Aquinas, St. Augustine, Eras-mus, Freud, and Jung. Assignments will encompass upper level thinking, questioning, close reading, writing, and speak-ing skills. A student will need to be open minded to all sides of an issue and have a willingness to analyze their own belief systems as well as having respect for other student’s opin-ions and beliefs. INDEPENDENT STUDY: FALLS HISTORY PROJECT I835 Grade 12 (0.5 Credit) Pre-requisite: Teacher approval Participation in the Falls History Project is available to an ad-vanced level senior who has successfully completed AP His-tory and who wishes to learn the skills of gathering oral his-tory. The focus of the project varies from year to year, but centers on the exploration of local history. The interested stu-dent must be willing to learn the skills of interviewing and transcribing, along with conducting independent research.

Upon the completion of an AP course, students may choose to take the AP Exam. A satisfactory score on the exam may allow students to test out of or earn credit for a general college Social Sciences or History class. Students should check the policies of the university they plan to attend re-garding AP courses and exams. AP U.S. HISTORY 832 Grades 11-12 (1 Credit) AP U.S. History focuses on the major themes of American history from the pre-Columbian world to the 21st Century. Aligned with the 2015 revisions developed by the College Board, the curriculum places much emphasis on the devel-opment of Historical Reasoning Skills that prepare students for the experience of a first year college course. Students must be active readers and willing to be coached on their writing throughout the year. This is a 2-semester (full year) course. AP WORLD HISTORY: MODERN 834 Grades 10-12 (1 Credit) Pre-requisite: Sophomores must have teacher approval AP World History: Modern is a course specifically designed for sophomore students (yet open to sophomore through seniors) looking for an intense academic challenge and potential college credits. The course focuses on the major themes of world history from 1200 C.E. to the 21st Century. The curriculum places much emphasis on the development of Historical Reasoning Skills that prepare students for the experience of a first year college course. Students must be active readers and willing to be coached on their writing throughout the year. This is a 2-semester (full year) course. AP PSYCHOLOGY 840 Grades 11-12 (1 Credit) AP Psychology gives students an introduction to the field of psychology. Major topics of the course include: functions of the brain, sensation and perception, dreams, personality development, abnormal psychology, social psychology, and human development. The level of expectation is similar to that which students will encounter in a first year college course. Emphasis will be placed on critical thinking, content reading, writing, and intelligent discussion. This is a 2-semester (full year) course.

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STEM: ENGINEERING AND WOODS 901 Grades 9-12 (0.5 Credit) Students will learn Engineering and Woodworking through project based learning. Students will start by making a sim-ple cutting board, students will then build on that skill as they design a cigar box electric guitar or a Bluetooth speaker in CAD (Computer Aided Design) and finally ex-plore the Design Process through an invention unit. Stu-dents will also apply math skills, understand material sci-ence, and gain an awareness of career opportunities in various related industrial/technical areas. STEM: POWER AND METALS 902 Grades 9-12 (0.5 Credit) This class is for students who want to explore STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) in the Tech-nology and Engineering Department. It gives the students a taste of two areas of Technology and Engineering Educa-tion: Power and Metals. In Power, the students explore the engineering of engines by disassembling a small gasoline engine, build residential wiring circuits, and learn mapping skills. In Metals, students will learn arc and gas welding, sheet metal fabrication, and various cutting processes. Each student will take home a sheet metal project and some of their best welds. Upon completing this area, stu-dents will understand the basic science of metallurgy. Stu-dents will also gain an awareness of career opportunities in various related industrial/technical areas and apply math skills. WOODS 1 TRC 905 Grades 10-12 (1 Credit) This course is for the student that is interested in develop-ing skills that will lead to employment and/or provide a lifelong interest in woodworking. Students will design a project of their choosing in a Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) program. After the project has been designed and the cost calculated, students will build their design. Common projects are end tables, coffee tables, TV stands, and jewel-ry boxes. An average project costs between $60 and $300. This is a 2-semester (full year) course.

***Students earning a 78% or better will also receive 3 credits through Western Technical College.

WOODS 2 911 Grades 11-12 (0.5 Credit) Pre-requisite: Woods 1 or STEM: Engineering and Woods Advanced woodworking skills will be learned such as mor-tise and Tenon joints, wood turning, and crown molding. Students will be creating functional art using wood. Ad-vanced level projects will be designed in CAD and built. Pro-ject examples are chairs, tables, gun cabinets, and electric guitars. CONSTRUCTION 912 Grades 10-12 (1 Credit) Pre-requisite: Woods 1 or STEM: Engineering and Woods This class is for students who have an interest in the con-struction field along with home maintenance and repair. Students will work both in the classroom and in the shop to build mock walls or small playhouses learning site survey-ing, foundation and concrete work, flooring, wall construc-tion, drywall, plumbing, roofing, exterior work, and interior finishing techniques. This is a 2-semester (full year) course. MECHANICAL DESIGN 1 917 Grades 10-12 (0.5 Credit) This course is for anyone interested in using equipment in the Engineering lab or anyone who wishes to pursue a ca-reer related to the engineering field. This course give you an introduction to Computer Aided Design (CAD) drafting tech-niques and applications. Areas of instruction will include orthographic projection, dimensioning, and sectioning as they relate to technical drawing/design. Students will use computer software, 3D printers, vinyl cutters, CNC router, and CNC mill to complete problem solving activities. MECHANICAL DESIGN 2 918 Grades 10-12 (0.5 Credit) Pre-requisite: Mechanical Design 1 In this course, students will be applying advanced CAD ap-plications to design simple machines and complete problem solving activities. This course uses and builds on the skills learned in Mechanical Design 1 with a large focus on hands on prototype creation and problem solving. This course is designed for any individual that wishes to pursue a degree related to design or engineering. ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN 1 925 Grades 9-12 (0.5 Credit) Want to have some fun and learn at the same time? Archi-tectural Design 1 is the place for you. Learn how to design and draw residential floor plans, exterior elevations, and plan individual areas. Students will use both traditional and computer-aided design systems in their problem solving activities. A great class for those interested in home design, interior design, building construction, or persons who want to buy, own, or remodel a home someday. A class that at-tracts a lot of male and female students!

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ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN 2 926 Grades 10-12 (0.5 Credit) Pre-requisite: Architectural Design 1 Are you serious about architectural design? This is the course for you, a relaxed, stress-free, and fun learning environment. Apply skills that you learned in Architectural Design 1 and also learn advanced computer aided design (CAD) applications and functions. Design activities will also include multiple level living units, alternative housing, en-ergy efficient designs, plot planning, and commercial de-sign. ENTREPRENEURSHIP AND ENTERPRISE 935 Grades 9-12 (0.5 Credit) Pre-requisite: Successful completion of one of the follow-ing—Woods 1, STEM: Power and Metals, STEM: Engineering and Woods, Architectural Design 1, or Mechanical Design 1 This course is offered for those wishing to learn and expe-rience the workings of and career opportunities in busi-ness, industry, and production using automation. This course will utilize the engineering lab and modern auto-mated equipment such as, but not limited to, 3D printers and CNC mills. It offers learning activities that are of inter-est to students at all levels and also those whose interests may fall under different disciplines. Students will develop their own business and be involved in the design, produc-tion, marketing, and inventory involved with the production of given products. The objective of this class is to MAKE MONEY. There will be many hands-on activities and experi-ences that students will be involved in along with numer-ous problem solving activities relating to technology, engi-neering, and industry. METALWORKING 1 940 Grades 10-12 (1 Credit) Through coursework and experimentation, students will learn about metal identification, SMAW (Stick), GMAW (MIG) welding, as well as Oxy-Acetylene and Plasma Cutting. Stu-dents will perform basic shop math and develop necessary machine shop skills while using the metal lathe, drill press, and grinders. Blueprint and weld symbol reading will be introduced. Career opportunities in the metals industry will also be explored through field trips to local manufacturing facilities. Students will be able to experience real world engineering by designing and fabricating a metals project using the learned equipment. Safety glasses and other pro-tective equipment are required. This is a 2-semester (full year) course.

METALWORKING 2 TRC 941 Grades 11-12 (0.5 Credit) Pre-requisite: Metalworking 1 This course is designed to prepare students for entry level occupations or further training in the metals career field. Technical and blueprint reading, project design and engi-neering, precise measurement and machining, oxy-acetylene and plasma cutting processes, along with ad-vanced welding and fabrication techniques will be covered throughout the course. Cost for this course will depend on the size and scope of the developed projects. Safety glass-es and other protective equipment are required. ***Students earning a 78% or better will also receive 3 credits through Western Technical College. TRANSPORTATION 950 Grades 9-12 (0.5 Credit) In this heavily lab-based class, students will learn about the four basic modes of transportation: land, air, marine, and space. Students will gain an understanding of the issues associated with energy, efficiency, and sustainability in re-gards to transportation systems. Students will have the opportunity to use their problem solving skills on activities such as electric vehicle testing, car crash testing, map reading, bridge testing, and hovercraft testing.. AUTO MECHANICS 1 960 Grades 10-12 (0.5 Credit) Students will learn about the fundamentals and operation of several of the major systems of a vehicle including the en-gine, computer, cooling, lubrication, charging, and starting systems. They will learn how to perform basic check and maintenance procedures on their own vehicles in the lab. They will also learn about automotive safety, tool usage, the vehicle purchasing process, and financing. ELECTRONICS AND ROBOTICS 965 Grades 10-12 (0.5 Credit) Pre-requisite: Successful completion of Algebra and a Physical Science This course will focus on the fundamentals of electricity, the instrumentation used to measure electricity, DC motors, robotics, soldering, and residential wiring. Reading sche-matics and building fundamental circuits will be empha-sized through hands on lab work. You can expect to work with some solid state components, build a working DC mo-tor, program a robot, and build residential wiring circuits. Students work with robots for the majority of the second half of this course.

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For all World Language courses, students must pass the first semester in order to continue into the second semester. SPANISH 1 360 Grades 9-12 (1 Credit) Spanish 1 is an introduction to the Spanish language, the re-gions where it is spoken, and their cultures. The emphasis is on effective and useful communication, both oral and written. Students develop proficiency in reading, writing, listening, and speaking. This is a 2-semester (full year) course. SPANISH 2 361 Grades 9-12 (1 Credit) Pre-requisite: Successful completion of Spanish 1 Spanish 2 will continue the study of language and culture found in Spanish 1 using more complex vocabulary and gram-mar. Spanish 2 students continue to develop proficiency in reading, writing, listening, and speaking. This is a 2-semester (full year) course. SPANISH 3 362 Grades 10-12 (1 Credit) Pre-requisite: Successful completion of Spanish 2 Spanish 3 will concentrate on refining and adding to the grammar, composition, and conversation skills developed in levels 1 and 2. The emphasis will be on creative communica-tion. Students will further develop their language proficiency through conversation, composition, and presentations. Stu-dents will be encouraged to reflect on their interpretations of class readings and presentations, discussing them in the tar-get language. . This is a 2-semester (full year) course. SPANISH 4 363 Grades 11-12 (1 Credit) Pre-requisite: Successful completion of Spanish 3 In Spanish 4, students will continue their study of language, striving for a higher degree of proficiency in all areas. The emphasis will be on creative communication. Students will reflect on various forms of written communication and class presentations, discussing their interpretations and applica-tions of the material in the target language. This is a 2-semester (full year) course. HOOCĄK 1 370 Grades 9-12 (1 Credit) The purpose of Hoocąk 1 is to develop the beginning levels of proficiency in all areas of speech, reading, writing, and com-prehension. Students will also learn about Hoocak history and culture through the duration of this course. Students in this course are expected to effectively communicate in the language and will focus on the high frequency verbs. This is a 2-semester (full year) course.

HOOCĄK 2 371 Grades 10-12 (1 Credit) Pre-requisite: Successful completion of Hoocąk 1 In this course, students will continue to build their profi-ciency in the Hoocąk language. Students will be using more complex verbs and sentence structure, continuing to focus on high frequency verbs and begin working on vivid verbs. We will also begin using traditional stories as a way to learn, interpret, and speak the language. This is a 2-semester (full year) course. HOOCĄK 3 372 Grades 11-12 (1 Credit) Pre-requisite: Successful completion of Hoocąk 2 In this course, students will continue to build their profi-ciency in all areas of the language. Students will work on expanding their vocabulary with the use of traditional sto-ries as well as focusing on useful verbs. Students will also be working on story creating and making materials for low-er level classes. This is a 2-semester (full year) course. INDEPENDENT STUDY: HOOCĄK I373 Grades 11-12 (0.5 Credit) Pre-requisite: Successful completion of Hoocąk 3 and in-structor approval Students will work on translating material and creating materials for other levels of the class. Materials to be translated will include writings and recordings. AP SPANISH: LANGUAGE AND CULTURE 364 Grade 12 (1 Credit) Pre-requisite: A grade of C or better in Spanish 4 An AP Spanish Language course is comparable to an ad-vanced level college course. Emphasizing the use of Span-ish for active communication, it encompasses aural/oral skills, reading comprehension, grammar, and composition. In this course, special emphasis is placed on the use of authentic source materials and the integration of language skills. Therefore, students will receive extensive training in combining listening, reading, and speaking (or listening, reading, and writing) skills in order to demonstrate under-standing of authentic Spanish language source materials. This course is also an introduction to the Hispanic literature course and is based on a required reading list. The works on the list are of literary significance and represent various historical periods, literary movements, genres, geographic areas, and population groups within the Spanish-speaking world. This is a 2-semester (full year) course. Upon the completion of this course, students may choose to take the AP Spanish Language Exam. A satisfactory score on this exam may allow students to test out of or earn

credit for a general college Foreign Language class. Students should check the policies of the university they plan to attend regarding AP courses and exams.

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Transition Courses are designed for students with Individu-al Education Plans, or IEPs. These courses are not available to the general student population. LIFE SKILLS SEE INSTRUCTOR Grades 9-12 with teacher recommendation (0.5 Credit) This course is designed to increase students’ knowledge of and ability in using the skills necessary for everyday living. Life Skills emphasizes defining personal values, goal-setting and planning, and solving problems. Instructional material focuses on dealing with media and peer pressure, communication and relationships, working with others, avoiding and/or resolving conflict, decision making, well-ness and personal safety, aspects of good citizenship, envi-ronmental awareness, and how students can contribute to their own community. The course is organized to reflect students’ IEP objectives and goals. There is a heavy focus on budgeting and money management, healthy living and nutrition, and personal advocacy. ACADEMICS SEE INSTRUCTOR Grades 9-12 with teacher recommendation (0.5 Credit) This course is designed to accommodate students’ IEP goals and objectives while fulfilling specific graduation re-quirements based upon alternate academic standards. This course will focus on the four core subjects of math, sci-ence, ELA, and social studies. The curriculum is designed to reflect 2-3 week long units of study that will cover those subjects, incorporating hands-on projects and taking into consideration local community concerns, state and national current events, and global issues. INTRODUCTION TO LITERACY SEE INSTRUCTOR Grades 9-12 with teacher recommendation (0.5 Credit) This course is designed for students with an Individual Edu-cation Plan and is a single term course that focuses on assisting struggling readers in moving toward grade-level standards in reading skills. It also counts as an English Elective credit. This course provides activities focused on expanding vocabulary skills, improving comprehension skills, and strengthening listening, viewing, speaking, and writing skills. Students will learn reading strategies to use with a broad range of fiction and non-fiction texts and re-spond orally and in written form. The development of these skills will enable them to become better critical thinkers and learn to research information and use it properly. This class is also designed to prepare students for success in all classes.

SMALL BUSINESS PRODUCTION SEE INSTRUCTOR Grades 9-12 with teacher recommendation (0.5 Credit) This course will be designed to accommodate the transition needs of students by preparing them for a simulated work experience within the high school. The class will be struc-tured around the production of a singular product or like-products for extended amounts of time throughout the se-mester. Students will be treated as “employees” and will be expected to fill out time cards, have monthly work progress meetings with their “employer” (classroom teacher), and fulfill the daily requirements for the assembly of the appointed classroom product. There will be opportunities to sell the products within the school district and in certain areas of the community, with the focus of forging relationships with out-side businesses and exposing students to opportunities post-graduation. Real life work skills, money management skills, and professional aptitude skills will be a primary target. Working in collaboration with an Introduction to Business class, the Jackson in Action’s Harvest of the Month program will serve the purpose of targeting a harvest selection to market and produce each month in order to be sold to the student body. EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS SEE INSTRUCTOR Grades 9-12 with teacher recommendation (0.5 Credit) This course will provide instruction in general work skills that are designed for basic employability within any community. Employability skills are the skills and attitudes that allow em-ployees to get along with their co-workers, make important work-related decisions, and become strong members of a work team. Discovering job possibilities that link skills, abili-ties, interests, values, needs, and work environment prefer-ences is an experiential learning process that takes place over time. This course is designed to guide students through the learning of these skills so they can be transferred to a variety of jobs and careers. Students will learn and apply basic knowledge of what is expected in the world of work through volunteer “work” opportunities in our school and community. The mastering of these foundational work skills are necessary for obtaining, keeping, and being successful in a job. There will be a primary focus on personal appearance, social skills, teamwork, dependability, organization, and work ethic. Students will be expected to keep a time card and fill out a job reflection sheet for each volunteer “work” experi-ence they complete.

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PRACTICAL MATH SEE INSTRUCTOR Grades 9-12 with teacher recommendation (0.5 Credit) This course is designed for students with an Individual Educa-tion Plan (IEP). Practical Math classes work to increase math skills that students use for Life Skills. Students work towards preparing for regular education courses or IEP goals that sup-port their individual needs. Students work in the following are-as based off of essential elements standards. Students will increase understanding of basic math skills, solve story prob-lems, pre-algebraic expressions, solve and write simple equa-tions, reading and making graphs, pre-geometry, use of tools and understanding how to use formulas. Students learn these skills through real life situations such as money, business, art, time, hands-on projects, and real life situations. Each level of Practical Math focuses on specific topics that align with the Common Core Math Standards. PRACTICAL ENGLISH SEE INSTRUCTOR Grades 9-12 with teacher recommendation (0.5 Credit) This course is a specially-designed English class for students with an Individualized Education Plan (IEP). Coursework is tai-lored to match student goal objectives. Students will build and strengthen their grammar and usage, as well as working with novel vocabulary, writing , and reading skills. Students will work on communicating information orally and in writing, and use appropriate language in work-related situations. Class-room literature exploration will focus on school community literacy, contemporary issues, the fine arts, student advocacy and empowerment, assessing career goals and employment exploration, and student empowerment. WORK EXPERIENCE SEE INSTRUCTOR Grades 11-12 with teacher recommendation This individualized class supports students and the needs they have with securing and keeping employment. Students will evaluate their current strengths, determine what they need to work on, and build plans to develop the skills they need to be successful. This course requires students to complete reflec-tions of their work experience as well as to create a plan for their future employment. TRANSITIONS 1 SEE INSTRUCTOR Grades 9-11 with teacher recommendation (0.5 Credit) Transitions 1 students work on skills necessary for being suc-cessful in high school and transitioning to more independence. This will include organizational skills, social skills, academic skills, executive functioning, and individual education goals. Students will build self-efficacy skills and coping strategies through mindfulness activities as well as understanding the importance of a growth mindset.

TRANSITIONS 2 SEE INSTRUCTOR Grades 10-12 with teacher recommendation (0.5 Credit) This class is designed with a focus on project-based skills working towards mastering various individual skills. Stu-dents will work within their own strengths to build upon their abilities and reach their goals. These goals often in-clude Individualized Education Plan (IEP) needs, supports where needed, and individual goals. WORK SKILLS SEE INSTRUCTOR Grades 9-12 with teacher recommendation (0.5 Credit) This course is designed for students with an Individualized Education Plan (IEP). Students will have the opportunity to prepare themselves for the workplace by improving various relevant skills. Students should expect to spend a good amount of time at different volunteer experiences while also working on their individual goals and needs.

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