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SEYMOUR HIGH SCHOOL
Wildcats
Program of Studies
2012-2013
Seymour High School Member New England Association of Schools and Colleges
Cathy Goodrich Principal
James Freund
Assistant Principal
Paul Lucke Assistant Principal
2 Botsford Road Seymour, CT 06483 Tel 203.888.2561 Fax 203.888.7115 The mission of Seymour High School is to provide opportunities for all students to reach their maximum potential academically,
civically, and socially.
Seymour Public Schools is committed to a policy of equal opportunity/affirmative action for all qualified persons and does not discriminate in
any employment practice, education program, or educational activity on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation,
disability, age, religion or any other basis prohibited by Connecticut state and/or federal nondiscrimination laws. Inquiries regarding the
nondiscrimination policies should be directed to the Title IX Coordinator, Christine Syriac, Associate Superintendent, 203-888-4564.
Dear Parents and Students:
This Program of Studies booklet has been created to assist you in the course
selection process. Contained within this booklet, you will find graduation requirements,
information about the grading process, descriptions of career paths, and a detailed
description of the courses offered at Seymour High School.
After reviewing the course offerings and requirements, please discuss your
interests and future plans, in order to make the best choices for the courses you will be
placed in next year. It is important for you to make a careful selection on your course
selection sheet, as changes are extremely difficult to make once the selection process has
been completed and the schedule is constructed.
Following “Course Selection Day”, the School Counselors will be meeting with
each student individually to review the level of required courses and elective courses. It
is our goal that this process will assist each student to reach their full potential and meet
with success at Seymour High School. If you have any questions regarding this process
of the Program of Studies, please contact the School Counseling Department.
Sincerely,
Cathy A. Goodrich
Principal
SEYMOUR HIGH SCHOOL
MISSION STATEMENT
The mission of Seymour High School is to provide opportunities for all students to
reach their maximum potential academically, civically and socially.
SEYMOUR HIGH SCHOOL LEARNING EXPECTATIONS
1. Learning and Innovation Skills
a. Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
b. Creativity and Innovation
c. Communication
d. Collaboration
2. Information, Media and Technology Skills
a. Information Literacy
b. Media Literacy
c. Information, Communication, and Technology Literacy [ICT].
3. Life and Career Skills
a. Flexibility & Adaptability
b. Initiative & Self-Direction
c. Social & Cross Cultural Skills
d. Productivity & Accountability
e. Leadership & Responsibility
Additionally, 21st century themes including global awareness, financial, economic,
business and civic literacy will be interwoven through a student’s experiences at Seymour
High School.
Achievement of the learning expectations occurs when a student successfully completes
specific class sequences in one of the academic academies as well as participation in the
developmental guidance program and completion of a capstone project. Specific learning
expectation achievement is integrated into the following academies.
Career Life Skills Academy – 1.a, 3.a, 3.b, 3.c, 3.d, 3.e
Humanities Academy – 1.a, 1.b, 1.c, 1.d, 2.a, 2.b, 2.c
STEM Academy – 1.a 1.d, 2.a, 2.c, 3.b
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Table of Contents
Contents STAFF DIRECTORY ....................................................................................................................................................... 2 NONDISCRIMINATORY POLICY ................................................................................................................................ 3 SEXUAL HARASSMENT POLICY................................................................................................................................ 3 SCHOOL CHOICE OPTIONS ......................................................................................................................................... 3 REGISTRATION AND THE COURSE SELECTION PROCESS .................................................................................. 3 COLLEGE ADMISSIONS ............................................................................................................................................... 4 CAREER PATHWAY ...................................................................................................................................................... 5 CREDIT REQUIREMENTS FOR GRADUATION ...................................................................................................... 22 12TH GRADE HEALTH REQUIREMENT OPTIONS .................................................................................................. 22 PROMOTION REQUIREMENTS ................................................................................................................................. 23 AUDITING PREVIOUSLY TAKEN COURSES .......................................................................................................... 23 WITHDRAWING FROM A CLASS ............................................................................................................................. 23 LEVELING POLICY ..................................................................................................................................................... 24 HONORS COURSE REQUIREMENTS ........................................................................................................................ 25 SUMMER SCHOOL AND LOSS OF CREDIT MAKE-UP POLICY .......................................................................... 26 SPORTS PARTICIPATION COURSE REQUIREMENTS ........................................................................................... 26 TO BE CERTIFIED BY THE NCAA’S CLEARINGHOUSE, STUDENTS MUST: ................................................... 27 ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE STANDARDS FOR GRADUATION ........................................................................ 29 CLASS RANK/GRADE POINT AVERAGE/QUALITY POINT AVERAGE: ............................................................ 30 VOLUNTEER COMMUNITY SERVICE PROGRAM ................................................................................................. 31 CAREER LIFE SKILLS ACADEMY ........................................................................................................................ 32
BUSINESS DEPARTMENT .......................................................................................................................32 FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCES ...................................................................................................34 PHYSICAL EDUCATION/HEALTH DEPARTMENT ...............................................................................35
HUMANITIES ACADEMY ......................................................................................................................................... 37 THE ARTS .................................................................................................................................................37
Visual Arts .............................................................................................................................................37 Music .....................................................................................................................................................38
ENGLISH DEPARTMENT ........................................................................................................................39 SOCIAL STUDIES DEPARTMENT ..........................................................................................................42 WORLD LANGUAGE DEPARTMENT .....................................................................................................45
STEM ACADEMY ....................................................................................................................................................... 47 TECHNOLOGY DEPARTMENT ...............................................................................................................47 MATH DEPARTMENT ..............................................................................................................................49 SCIENCE DEPARTMENT ........................................................................................................................51
OTHER COURSE OFFERINGS .................................................................................................................................... 53 Virtual High School ...................................................................................................................................53 Special Education Department ..................................................................................................................54
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Seymour High School
Staff Directory
Cathy Goodrich – Principal
James Freund – Assistant Principal
Paul Lucke – Assistant Principal
Richard Kearns – Director of Security
Edward Rostowsky – Athletic Director
The Arts
Brandt Schneider
Joshua Swetts
Lynn Warecke
Technology Education
Sandy Briggs
Joseph Perrucci
Mike Stock
Business/Computer Ed
Mike Catanese
Jennifer Sardo
Kathy Verlezza
English
Lisa Cheney – Dept. Chair
Jennifer Anthony
Kathleen Daubney
Kelly Flannery
Donna Forte
Jennifer Monaco
Stephanie Shelinsky
Library Media
RoseAnne Thornton
Mathematics
Paula Burton
Monica Fasciano
Cathy Federowicz
Robert Kelo
Tom Lennon
Sarah Ramey
Greg Spath
Science
Michael Sirowich – Dept. Chair
Tony Ciccone
Bruce Deming
Mary Deming
Erin Scozzafava
Caroline Sweeney
Kurt Zeppetello
Social Studies
Alan Skiparis – Dept. Chair
Heather Brown
Eric DeMarco
John McCasland
Chris Pagliaro
Aaron Pawluk
Joshua Swetts
Dave Willadsen
Physical Education
Nick Aprea
Nick Frosolone
Paul O’Connor
World Language
Shane Cather
Fatima Silva
Janet Tropeano
Student Support Services
Melissa Anelli – Director of
School Counseling
Sandra Labacz – 9th
Grade
School Counselor
Counselors
Anita Cardona
Health Office
Barbara Eighmie, RN
School Psychologist
Sara Morgatto – Special
Education Dept. Chair
Social Worker
Karen Studley
Special Education
Michele Pray
Steve White
Victoria Williams
Secretaries
Mary Bialek
Sarah Leblanc
Lisa Rubio
Chris Vartko
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NONDISCRIMINATORY POLICY
Seymour Public Schools is committed to a policy of equal opportunity/affirmative action
for all qualified persons and does not discriminate in any employment practice, education
program, or educational activity on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual
orientation, disability, age, religion or any other basis prohibited by Connecticut state
and/or federal nondiscrimination laws.
Any student or other individual who feels he or she has been denied an equal opportunity
in violation of this policy should immediately bring his or her complaint to the attention
of the building Title IX designee for this purpose the principal and/or assistant principal,
or the District Title IX Coordinator. Contact information for the Title IX designees in
each building can be found in the main office of each school in the district.
The District Title IX Coordinator is Christine Syriac, Associate Superintendent and can
be reached at the Board of Education offices, 98 Bank Street, Seymour, CT, or by calling
(203) 888-4564.
SEXUAL HARASSMENT POLICY
Sexual Harassment will not be tolerated among students of the school district. It is the
policy of the Seymour Board of Education that any form of sexual harassment is
forbidden, whether by students, supervisory or non-supervisory personnel, individuals
under contract, or volunteers subject to the control of the board. Students are expected to
adhere to a standard of conduct that is respectful and courteous to employees, to fellow
students and to the public.
SCHOOL CHOICE OPTIONS
Parents and students are encouraged to explore other educational opportunities that are
offered in the school district locally and regionally. These options include magnet,
charter, lighthouse and vocational-technical schools; Open-choice and inter-district
programs; and vocational agriculture centers. Contact the School Counseling Department
for further information on these School Choice options.
REGISTRATION AND THE COURSE SELECTION PROCESS
The Course Selection Process will begin following the Mid-Term Exams. Verification of
your requests will be mailed home to your parents or guardian before actual scheduling
occurs. You will also be asked to choose two to three alternate elective classes in the
event your first choice for an elective is filled.
As you consider what courses to select, you are reminded to review graduation
requirements, your college and vocational plans as well as your personal needs as a
student. Take into consideration your interests, abilities and personal learning style.
Discuss your choices with your teachers, parents and your counselor before you finalize
them. Keep in mind that 9-12 grade students must be registered for a minimum of six (6)
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credits. Freshman must register for Freshman Seminar. In addition, freshmen and
sophomores must complete Physical Education and freshmen and juniors must complete
Seymour High School’s Health requirements. Students are strongly encouraged to
challenge themselves and take more than six (6) credits when possible.
COURSES SELECTED NOW ARE THE ONES YOU WILL BE EXPECTED TO
TAKE DURING THE NEXT SCHOOL YEAR.
Course selection verification lists will be issued to students in the spring for validation
of the courses selected. Students should check the courses carefully with their parents
and School Counselors to determine that…
Verification lists reflect the courses selected.
The appropriate levels have been assigned.
All pre-requisites have been met.
Students should report any conflicts or errors on their verification lists to their School
Counselors; if necessary they should schedule a meeting with the Counselor to correct
their verification list. Updated verification lists will be sent to the students by the end of
the school year so they will know what courses they have been placed in. Final schedules
will be issued to students prior to the opening of school in August. School Counselors
will be available to correct any computer errors, or conflicts. A conflict is an error in
scheduling such as a 9th
grade student being placed in English III. It is expected that
students have read the Seymour High School Program of Studies and signed up for
appropriate courses for the school year. Since all students have had ample time to change
their course electives prior to the end of the last school year, only under special
circumstances will requests for changes be considered.
COLLEGE ADMISSIONS
Entrance requirements for different colleges vary; however, there are certain basic
requirements upon which colleges generally agree. All colleges appear to be increasing
their admissions requirements and the competition for being accepted to college is also
increasing. For example, the following Connecticut State University admission
requirements for 2015 will apply for students entering many state institutions.
English 4 credits
Mathematics 4 (Advanced course as 12th
grader)
Sciences 3
Social Studies 3
Humanities Elective 1
World Language 3
Health/PE 1.5
Life Skills – Business/Technology 2
Fine Arts 1
*STEM elective 1
5
* Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics
Highly selective colleges expect a student to take a very demanding program of studies
and do well in comparison. Admissions counselors also urge high school seniors to take
a demanding and challenging program during their senior year. College acceptances may
be withdrawn if a student does not perform at a level equal to or better than that of
previous years.
CAREER PATHWAY
The key elements in Connecticut’s secondary school reform initiative are the foundation
blocks of Career Pathways: engagement, rigor and 21st century skills. Career Pathways
connect students’ classroom learning to postsecondary education and careers within the
context of career clusters. The process of engagement allows all students an opportunity
to explore possible careers and make educated decisions regarding secondary academic
and elective course enrollment, postsecondary plans and eventually careers. Rigor
inspires students to stretch beyond their individual comfort zones to embrace and master
meaningful challenges and begin to define their own interests, potential and direction.
The 21st century skills provide students with an understanding of the interconnectedness,
collaboration, and leadership skills, habits of potential and social responsibility, and
adaptability to change.
Connecticut Department of Education, Seasons of Change and Transition Overview
Students can benefit from participation in educational programs which provide a
coherent, articulated sequence of rigorous academic and career-related courses under the
career pathways initiative. A career pathway is used to develop an individual student
success plan which includes a strong academic core, electives within a career pathway or
other areas of interest, opportunities to earn college credit while in high school,
experiential learning and transition to postsecondary education. Extending learning
opportunities beyond the classroom walls reinforces and enhances essential academic,
technical and employability skills and knowledge that can be transferred across a wide
range of professions. Student achievement can be raised through participation in learning
experiences that require the application of knowledge and skills in real-life situations.
The Career Pathways Initiative provides:
a solid academic foundation;
an integrated program of studies that combines theory and learning through the
acquisition of higher-level academic, technical and employability skills in one or
more career clusters, which are groups of occupations sharing a common set of
skills and knowledge;
opportunities for students to receive the Connecticut Career Certificate, a portable
credential that provides employers and higher education institutions with
consistent validation of the skills necessary to succeed as prospective employees
and students;
relevance to educational experiences by helping students relate classroom
learning to real-life situations, become more actively engaged in learning and
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develop an awareness of their interests, skills and career and postsecondary
options;
a variety of learning environments and individualized methods of assessment,
such as the career portfolio and career certificate;
an understanding of state, regional, national and global economies, which will
help students make informed choices about their adult work lives; and
reinforcement of the belief that every student should have the opportunity to
participate in programs and occupations regardless of gender, and develop an
understanding of diversity in the workplace, as well as in our schools.
Connecticut State Board of Education, Position Statement on the Career Pathways
Initiative, Adopted March 4, 2009
The following 16 career clusters represent all career possibilities. They link student’s
learning in school with the knowledge and skills they need for success in college and
careers. This connection to future goals motivates students to work harder and enroll in
more rigorous courses.
Agriculture
Architecture& Construction
Arts
Business
Education& Training
Finance
Government& Public Administration
Health Science
Hospitality
Human Services
Information Technology
Law
Manufacturing
Marketing
STEM: Science, Technology,
Engineering and Mathematics
Seymour High School has organized these 16 career clusters into 3 career academies.
Students will choose an academy and follow an academic path to have them better
prepared to meet their future endeavors.
Academies SHS Educational Departments Career Clusters
Career Life Skills Business, Vocational Family
Services, Physical Education
Agriculture, Business, Finance,
Government & Public Admin,
Hospitality, Marketing
Humanities English, Fine Arts, Social
Studies, World Language
Arts, Education & Training,
Human Service, Law
STEM Science Technology,
Mathematics, Engineering
Architecture & Construction,
Health Science, Info Tech,
Manufacturing, STEM
The specific courses are listed at the end of the Program of Studies
Academic plans for the career clusters are on the following pages.
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Career Life Skills Academy
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English/
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Social Studies/
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Other Required
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*Career and Technical
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Major Courses for
Agriculture
Other Electives
Recommended
Electives
Learner Activities
Credit
Totals
Occupations Relating
to This Career Cluster
9
English 1 Algebra I or
Geometry
General Science Civ ilizations and
Change
9th Grade PE, 9th
Grade Health
Spanish 1 or French 1 6.25
10
English 2 Geometry or Algebra
2
Biology U.S. History 10th grade PE Spanish 2 or French 2 6.5
11
2 electives Algebra 2 or Pre
Calc
Chemistry Civ ics and
Psychology or
Sociology
11th Grade Health Spanish 3 or French 3 6.5
College Placement Assessments-Academic/Career Advisement Provided
12
2 electives Anatomy and
Physiology and or
Environmental
Science
Psychology or
Sociology or Current
Events
Personal Finance
Articulation/Dual Credit Transcripted-Postsecondary courses may be taken/moved to the secondary level for articulation/dual credit purposes.
Year
13
English
Composition
English Literature
Algebra or
Calculus
Lab Science Economics
Psychology
All plans of study
need to meet learners'
career goals.
Continue courses pertinent to the
pathway selected.
Occupations Requiring
Postsecondary
Education ►Agricultural Chemical
Dealer►Aquaculturalist►Environmental
Compliance-
Assurance Manager►Equine Manager►Farm Manager ►Health and Safety
Sanitarian►Meat Cutter-Meat
Grader►Park Manager►Produce Buyer ►Recycling Technician►Wildlife Manager
.
Occupations Requiring
Baccalaureate Degree►Agricultural Educator►Botanist►Ecologist►Environmental
Engineer►Fish and Game
Officer►Plant Pathologist►Veterinarian
Interest Inventory Administered and Plan of Study Initiated for all Learners
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Agriculture, Food & Natural ResourcesCareer Cluster Plan of Study for ►Learners ►Parents ►Counselors ►Teachers/Faculty
This Career Cluster Plan of Study (based on the Agriculture Career Cluster) can serve as a guide, along with other career planning materials, as learners continue on a career path.
Courses listed within this plan are only recommended coursework and should be indiv idualized to meet each learner’s educational and career goals.
Choose elective courses from
the following departments which
are related to area of career
interest Business,
Technology, Family
Consumer Science.
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STEM Academy
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English/
Language ArtsMath Science
Social Studies/
Sciences
Other Required
Courses
*Career and Technical
Courses and/ or Degree
Major Courses for
Architecture
Other Electives
Recommended
Electives
Learner Activities
Credit
Totals
Occupations Relating
to This Career Cluster
9
English 1 Algebra I or
Geometry
General Science Civ ilizations and
Change
9th Grade PE, 9th
Grade Health
Spanish 1 or French 1 6.75
10
English 2 Algebra 1 or
Geometry or Algebra
2
Biology U.S. History 10th grade PE Spanish 2 or French 2 6.5
11
2 electives Geometry or Algebra
2 or Pre Calc
Chemistry Civ ics and
Psychology or
Sociology
11th Grade Health Spanish 3 or French 3,
Personal Finance
6.5
College Placement Assessments-Academic/Career Advisement Provided
12
2 electives Pre Calculus or
Calculus
Physics Geography Algebra 2 or Advanced
Math or Calculus,
Physics, PE Elective
Articulation/Dual Credit Transcripted-Postsecondary courses may be taken/moved to the secondary level for articulation/dual credit purposes.
Year
13
English
Composition
English Literature
Algebra or
Calculus
Lab Science Economics
Psychology
All plans of study
need to meet learners'
career goals.
Continue courses pertinent to the
pathway selected.
►Architect►Carpenter►Civil Engineer►Construction
Foreman/Manager►Contractor►Demolition Engineer►Drafter►Drywall Installer►Electrician►Electronic Systems
Technician►Equipment/Material
Manager►General
Contractor/Builder►Heating, Ventilation,
Air .
Conditioning and
Refrigeration .
Mechanic►Interior Designer►Painter►Paperhanger►Plumber►Project Estimator►Project Inspector►Roofer►Safety Director►Sheet Metal Worker►Tile and Marble Setter
Interest Inventory Administered and Plan of Study Initiated for all Learners
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Architecture and ConstructionCareer Cluster Plan of Study for ►Learners ►Parents ►Counselors ►Teachers/Faculty
This Career Cluster Plan of Study (based on the Architecture and Construction Career Cluster) can serve as a guide, along with other career planning materials, as learners continue on
a career path. Courses listed within this plan are only recommended coursework and should be indiv idualized to meet each learner’s educational and career goals.
Choose elective courses from
the following departments which
are related to area of career
interest. Technology, CAD I,
CAD II, Architecture Design I
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Humanities Academy
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English/
Language ArtsMath Science
Social Studies/
Sciences
Other Required
Courses
*Career and Technical Courses
and/ or Degree Major Courses
for Arts
Other Electives
Recommended Electives
Learner Activities
Credit
Totals
Occupations Relating
to This Career Cluster
9
English 1 Algebra I or
Geometry
General Science Civilizations and
Change
9th Grade PE, 9th
Grade Health
Spanish 1 or French 1 6.25
10
English 2 Geometry or Algebra
2
Biology U.S. History 10th grade PE Spanish 2 or French 2 6.5
11
2 electives Algebra 2 or Pre Calc Chemistry Civics and
Psychology or
Sociology
11th Grade Health Spanish 3 or French 3,
Personal Finance
6.5
College Placement Assessments-Academic/Career Advisement Provided
12
2 electives Psychology or
Sociology or Current
Events
Personal Finance Advanced Math or
Calculus, Physics
Articulation/Dual Credit Transcripted-Postsecondary courses may be taken/moved to the secondary level for articulation/dual credit purposes.
Year
13
English
Composition
English Literature
Algebra or
Calculus
Lab Science Economics
Psychology
All plans of study
need to meet learners'
career goals.
Continue courses pertinent to the
pathway selected.
►Actor
►Audio-Video Designer
and .
Engineer
►Broadcast Technician
►Commercial Artist
►Computer Animator
►Curator/Gallery
Manager ►Director and
Coach
►Fashion Designer
►Journalist
►Lithographer
►Musician
►Printing Equipment
Operator
►Telecommunication
Technician
►Videographer
►Web Page Designer
Interest Inventory Administered and Plan of Study Initiated for all Learners
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Arts, Audio/Video Technology and CommunicationsCareer Cluster Plan of Study for ►Learners ►Parents ►Counselors ►Teachers/Faculty
This Career Cluster Plan of Study (based on the Arts Career Cluster) can serve as a guide, along with other career planning materials, as learners continue on a career path. Courses
listed within this plan are only recommended coursework and should be individualized to meet each learner’s educational and career goals.
Choose elective courses from
the following
departments/courses. Art,
Choir, Band, Music Theory,
Web Design I, Web Design II,
Physical Education
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Career Life Skills Academy
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English/
Language ArtsMath Science
Social Studies/
Sciences
Other Required
Courses
*Career and Technical Courses
and/ or Degree Major Courses
for Business
Other Electives
Recommended Electives
Learner Activities
Credit
Totals
Occupations Relating
to This Career Cluster
9
English 1 Algebra I or
Geometry
General Science Civilizations and
Change
9th Grade PE, 9th
Grade Health
Spanish 1 or French 1,
Art, Music
6.25
10
English 2 Geometry or Algebra
II
Biology U.S. History 10th grade PE Spanish 2 or French 2,
Art, Music
6.5
11
2 electives Pre-Calculus or
Algebra II
Chemistry Civics and
Psychology or
Sociology
11th Grade Health Spanish 3 or French 3,
Art, Music
6.5
College Placement Assessments-Academic/Career Advisement Provided
12
communications
and 1 elective
Pre Calculus or
Calculus
Environmental
Science
Psychology or
Sociology or Current
Events
Other Electives, Physics,
Calculus or Statistics or
Advanced Math
Articulation/Dual Credit Transcripted-Postsecondary courses may be taken/moved to the secondary level for articulation/dual credit purposes.
Year
13
English
Composition
English Literature
Algebra or
Calculus
Lab Science Economics
Psychology
All plans of study
need to meet learners'
career goals.
Continue courses pertinent to the
pathway selected.
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Business ManagementCareer Cluster Plan of Study for ►Learners ►Parents ►Counselors ►Teachers/Faculty
This Career Cluster Plan of Study (based on the Business Management Career Cluster) can serve as a guide, along with other career planning materials, as learners continue on a
career path. Courses listed within this plan are only recommended coursework and should be individualized to meet each learner’s educational and career goals.
Choose elective course from the
following departments which are
related to area of career interest.
Business, Music - Suggested
courses - Accounting I,
Accounting II, Introduction to
Business.
►Administrative
Assistant
►Advertising Sales
Person
►Auditor
►Business Consultant
►Certified Public
Accountant
►Corporate Trainer
►E-Commerce Analyst
►Entrepreneur
►Facilities Manager
►Finance Director
►Human Resources
Manager
►Investment Executive
►Marketing Analyst
►Medical
Transcriptionist
►Office Manager
►OSHA/ADA
Compliance Officer
►Personnel Recruiter
►Public Relations
Manager
►Sales Representative
►Wholesale and Retail
Buyer
Interest Inventory Administered and Plan of Study Initiated for all Learners
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Humanities Academy
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GR
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English/
Language ArtsMath Science
Social Studies/
Sciences
Other Required
Courses
*Career and Technical Courses
and/ or Degree Major Courses
for Education
Other Electives
Recommended Electives
Learner Activities
Credit
Totals
Occupations Relating
to This Career Cluster
9
English 1 Algebra I or
Geometry
General Science Civilizations and
Change
9th Grade PE, 9th
Grade Health
Spanish 1 or French 1 6.25
10
English 2 Geometry or Algebra
II
Biology U.S. History 10th grade PE Spanish 2 or French 2 6.5
11
2 electives Pre-Calculus or
Algebra II
Chemistry Civics and Sociology 11th Grade Health Spanish 3 or French 3 6.5
College Placement Assessments-Academic/Career Advisement Provided
12
Public Speaking,
Early British
Literature
2 psych electives or
ap psych
Personal Finance Focus on
area of
major
Articulation/Dual Credit Transcripted-Postsecondary courses may be taken/moved to the secondary level for articulation/dual credit purposes.
Year
13
English
Composition
English Literature
Algebra or
Calculus
Lab Science Economics
Psychology
All plans of study
need to meet learners'
career goals.
Continue courses pertinent to the
pathway selected.
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Education and TrainingCareer Cluster Plan of Study for ►Learners ►Parents ►Counselors ►Teachers/Faculty
This Career Cluster Plan of Study (based on the Education & Training Cluster) can serve as a guide, along with other career planning materials, as learners continue on a career path.
Courses listed within this plan are only recommended coursework and should be individualized to meet each learner’s educational and career goals.
►Administrator
►Assessment
Specialist
►CareerTech
Administrator
►Child Care Worker
►Clinical Psychologist
►Coach
►College/University
Faculty
►Counselor
►Curriculum Developer
►Elementary Teacher
►High School Teacher
►Middle School
Teacher
►Principal
►Speech-Language
Pathologist and Retail
Buyer
Interest Inventory Administered and Plan of Study Initiated for all Learners
Choose elective courses from
the following departments which
are related to area of career
interest. Art, Music, Family
Consumer Science - Child
Development, Web Design I,
Web Design II
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Career Life Skills Academy
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English/
Language ArtsMath Science
Social Studies/
Sciences
Other Required
Courses
*Career and Technical Courses
and/ or Degree Major Courses
for Finance
Other Electives
Recommended Electives
Learner Activities
Credit
Totals
Occupations Relating
to This Career Cluster
9
English 1 Algebra I or
Geometry
General Science Civilizations and
Change
9th Grade PE, 9th
Grade Health
Spanish 1 or French 1,
Music/Art
6.25
10
English 2 Geometry or Algebra
II
Biology U.S. History 10th grade PE Spanish 2 or French 2,
Music/Art
6.5
11
2 Electives Pre-Calculus or
Algebra II
Chemistry Civics and
Psychology or
Sociology
11th Grade Health Spanish 3 or French 3,
Music/Art, PE Elective
6.5
College Placement Assessments-Academic/Career Advisement Provided
12
2 Electives Calculus and/or
Statistics and/or
Advanced Math
Psychology or
Sociology or Current
Events
Personal Finance Other Electives, Physics
Articulation/Dual Credit Transcripted-Postsecondary courses may be taken/moved to the secondary level for articulation/dual credit purposes.
Year
13
English
Composition
English Literature
Algebra or
Calculus
Lab Science Economics
Psychology
All plans of study
need to meet learners'
career goals.
Continue courses pertinent to the
pathway selected.
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FinanceCareer Cluster Plan of Study for ►Learners ►Parents ►Counselors ►Teachers/Faculty
This Career Cluster Plan of Study (based on the Finance Career Cluster) can serve as a guide, along with other career planning materials, as learners continue on a career path. Courses
listed within this plan are only recommended coursework and should be individualized to meet each learner’s educational and career goals.
Choose elective courses from
the following departments which
are related to area of career
interest. Business -
Accounting I & II, Introduction
to Business
►Abstractor
►Accountant
►Actuary
►Bill and Account Collector
►Commodities
Representative
►Controller
►Credit Analyst
►Debt Counselor
►Economist
►Financial Planner
►Foreign Exchange
Manager
►Fund Raiser
►Insurance Broker
►Internal Auditor
►Loan Officer
►Non-Profit Manager
►Tax Examiner
►Title Researcher and
Examiner
►Treasurer
►Trust Officer
►Underwriter
Interest Inventory Administered and Plan of Study Initiated for all Learners
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English/
Language ArtsMath Science
Social Studies/
Sciences
Other Required
Courses
*Career and Technical Courses
and/ or Degree Major Courses
for Government
Other Electives
Recommended Electives
Learner Activities
Credit
Totals
Occupations Relating
to This Career Cluster
9
English 1 Algebra I or
Geometry
General Science Civilizations and
Change
9th Grade PE, 9th
Grade Health
Spanish 1 or French 1,
Art/Music
6.25
10
English 2 Geometry or Algebra
II
Biology U.S. History 10th grade PE Spanish 2 or French 2,
Art/Music
6.5
11
2 electives at
least 1 writing
Pre-Calculus or
Algebra II
Chemistry Civics and Soc and
AP Psych or
Government
11th Grade Health Spanish 3 or French 3, PE
Elective
6.5
College Placement Assessments-Academic/Career Advisement Provided
12
Effective
Communications
and writing
elective
Probability and
Statistics
AP Psych or Govern
and Criminal Law
and Legal Issues
Personal Finance Spanish 4 or French 4 5.5
Articulation/Dual Credit Transcripted-Postsecondary courses may be taken/moved to the secondary level for articulation/dual credit purposes.
Year
13
English
Composition
Writing the
Academic Essay
Algebra or
Calculus
Lab Science Economics
Psychology
All plans of study
need to meet learners'
career goals.
Continue courses pertinent to the
pathway selected.
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Government and Public AdministrationCareer Cluster Plan of Study for ►Learners ►Parents ►Counselors ►Teachers/Faculty
This Career Cluster Plan of Study (based on the Government and Public Administration Cluster) can serve as a guide, along with other career planning materials, as learners continue on
a career path. Courses listed within this plan are only recommended coursework and should be individualized to meet each learner’s educational and career goals.
Choose elective courses from
the following departments which
are related to area of career
interest. Business -
Introduction to Business,
Careel Life Skills
►Ambassador
►Bank Examiner
►City Manager
►Combat Control
Officer
►Commissioner
►Cryptographer
►Election Supervisor
►Elected Official
►Foreign Service
Officer
►Immigration Officer
►Intelligence Analyst
►Internal Revenue
Investigator
►Lobbyist
►National Security
Advisor
►Policy Advisor
►Tax Policy Analyst
Interest Inventory Administered and Plan of Study Initiated for all Learners
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Career Life Skills Academy
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English/
Language ArtsMath Science
Social Studies/
Sciences
Other Required
Courses
*Career and Technical Courses
and/ or Degree Major Courses
for Health Science
Other Electives
Recommended Electives
Learner Activities
Credit
Totals
Occupations Relating
to This Career Cluster
9
English 1 Algebra I or
Geometry
General Science Civilizations and
Change
9th Grade PE, 9th
Grade Health
Spanish 1 or French 1 6.25
10
English 2 Geometry or Algebra
2
Biology U.S. History 10th grade PE Spanish 2 or French 2 6.5
11
2 electives Algebra 2 or Pre Calc Chemistry or Physics Civics and
Psychology or
Sociology
11th Grade Health Spanish 3 or French 3 6.5
College Placement Assessments-Academic/Career Advisement Provided
12
2 electives Pre Calculus or
Probability and
Statistics
Anatomy and
Physiology and Ap
Biology or AP
Chemistry
Psychology or
Sociology or Current
Events
Personal Finance Spanish 4 or French 4 6.5
Articulation/Dual Credit Transcripted-Postsecondary courses may be taken/moved to the secondary level for articulation/dual credit purposes.
Year
13
English
Composition
English Literature
Algebra or
Calculus
Lab Science Economics
Psychology
All plans of study
need to meet learners'
career goals.
Continue courses pertinent to the
pathway selected.
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Health ScienceCareer Cluster Plan of Study for ►Learners ►Parents ►Counselors ►Teachers/Faculty
This Career Cluster Plan of Study (based on the Health Science Career Cluster) can serve as a guide, along with other career planning materials, as learners continue on a career path.
Courses listed within this plan are only recommended coursework and should be individualized to meet each learner’s educational and career goals.
Occupations Requiring
Less than
Baccalaureate Degree
►Dental
Assistant/Hygienist
►EMT/Paramedic
►Health Information
Coder
►Home Health Aide
►Lab Technician
►Phlebotomist
►Radiographer
►Registered Nurse
Occupations Requiring
Baccalaureate Degree
►Athletic Trainer
►Biochemist
►Biostatistician
►Geneticist
►Industrial Hygienist
►Nutritionist
►Occupational
Therapist
►Physician (MD/DO)
►Physician’s Assistant
►Psychologist
►Radiologist
►Research Scientist
►Speech/Language
Pathologist
►Toxicologist
Interest Inventory Administered and Plan of Study Initiated for all Learners
Choose elective courses from
the following departments which
are related to area of career
interest. Family Consumer
Science, Art, Music, Physical
Education Elective, Child
Development
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Career Life Skills Academy
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English/
Language ArtsMath Science
Social Studies/
Sciences
Other Required
Courses
*Career and Technical Courses
and/ or Degree Major Courses
for Hospitality
Other Electives
Recommended Electives
Learner Activities
Credit
Totals
Occupations Relating
to This Career Cluster
9
English 1 Algebra I or
Geometry
General Science Civilizations and
Change
9th Grade PE, 9th
Grade Health
Spanish 1 or French 1,
Art/Music
6.25
10
English 2 Geometry or Algebra
2
Biology U.S. History 10th grade PE Spanish 2 or French 2,
Art/Music
6.5
11
2 electives Algebra 2 or Pre Calc Chemistry Civics and
Psychology or
Sociology
11th Grade Health Spanish 3 or French 3, PE
Elective
6.5
College Placement Assessments-Academic/Career Advisement Provided
12
2 electives Psychology or
Sociology or Current
Events
Personal Finance Spanish 4 or French 4 5.5
Articulation/Dual Credit Transcripted-Postsecondary courses may be taken/moved to the secondary level for articulation/dual credit purposes.
Year
13
English
Composition
English Literature
Algebra or
Calculus
Lab Science Economics
Psychology
All plans of study
need to meet learners'
career goals.
Continue courses pertinent to the
pathway selected.
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Hospitality and TourismCareer Cluster Plan of Study for ►Learners ►Parents ►Counselors ►Teachers/Faculty
This Career Cluster Plan of Study (based on the Hospitality Career Cluster) can serve as a guide, along with other career planning materials, as learners continue on a career path.
Courses listed within this plan are only recommended coursework and should be individualized to meet each learner’s educational and career goals.
►Baker
►Bartender
►Casino Manager
►Caterer
►Concierge
►Convention
Services Manager
►Director of
Operations - Lodging
►Director of Tourism
Development
►Event Planner
►Executive Chef
►Facilities Manager
►Maitre d'
►Museum Director
►Reservations
Manager
►Restaurant
Owner/Manager
►Sports Promoter
►Theme Park
Manager
►Tour and Travel
Guide
►Travel Agent
►Wine Steward
Interest Inventory Administered and Plan of Study Initiated for all Learners
Choose elective courses from
the following departments which
are related to area of career
interest. Art, Business,
Family Consumer Science,
Music. Introduction to Foods,
Business Computer
Applications, Careel Life
Skills, Culinary Arts
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Humanities Academy
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English/
Language ArtsMath Science
Social Studies/
Sciences
Other Required
Courses
*Career and Technical Courses
and/ or Degree Major Courses
for Human Services
Other Electives
Recommended Electives
Learner Activities
Credit
Totals
Occupations Relating
to This Career Cluster
9
English 1 Algebra I or
Geometry
General Science Civilizations and
Change
9th Grade PE, 9th
Grade Health
Spanish 1 or French 1,
Art/Music
7
10
English 2 Geometry or Algebra
II
Biology U.S. History 10th grade PE Spanish 2 or French 2,
Art/Music
6.5
11
2 electives Pre-Calculus or
Algebra II
Chemistry Civics and Sociology 11th Grade Health Spanish 3 or French , PE
Elective
6.5
College Placement Assessments-Academic/Career Advisement Provided
12
Public Speaking
1 elective
Statistics and
Probability
2 psych electives or
ap psych
Personal Finance
Articulation/Dual Credit Transcripted-Postsecondary courses may be taken/moved to the secondary level for articulation/dual credit purposes.
Year
13
English
Composition
English Literature
Algebra or
Calculus
Lab Science Economics
Psychology
All plans of study
need to meet learners'
career goals.
Continue courses pertinent to the
pathway selected.
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Human ServicesCareer Cluster Plan of Study for ►Learners ►Parents ►Counselors ►Teachers/Faculty
This Career Cluster Plan of Study (based on the Education & Training Cluster) can serve as a guide, along with other career planning materials, as learners continue on a career path.
Courses listed within this plan are only recommended coursework and should be individualized to meet each learner’s educational and career goals.
Choose elective courses from
the following departments which
are related to area of career
interest. Business, Physical
Education Electives, Family
Consumer Science.
Suggested classes include;
Web Design I, Web Design II,
Child Development
►Buyer
►Certified Financial
Planner ►Community
Service Director
►Consumer Advocate
►Cosmetologist
►Director of Childcare
Facility
►Emergency and
Relief Worker
►Esthetician
►Funeral Director
►Licensed
Professional Counselor
►Market Researcher
►Massage Therapist
►Personal Fitness
Trainer
►School
Counselor/Psychologist
►Small Business
Owner
►Social Worker
Interest Inventory Administered and Plan of Study Initiated for all Learners
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STEM Academy
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English/
Language ArtsMath Science
Social Studies/
Sciences
Other Required
Courses
*Career and Technical Courses
and/ or Degree Major Courses
for Information and
Technology
Other Electives
Recommended Electives
Learner Activities
Credit
Totals
Occupations Relating
to This Career Cluster
9
English 1 Algebra I or
Geometry
General Science Civilizations and
Change
9th Grade PE, 9th
Grade Health
Spanish 1 or French 1 6.25
10
English 2 Geometry or Algebra
2
Biology U.S. History 10th grade PE Spanish 2 or French 2 6.5
11
2 electives Algebra 2 or Pre Calc Chemistry Civics and
Psychology or
Sociology
11th Grade Health Spanish 3 or French 3 6.5
College Placement Assessments-Academic/Career Advisement Provided
12
2 electives Probability and
Statistics and or
Calculus
Physics Psychology or
Sociology or Current
Events
Personal Finance PE Electives
Articulation/Dual Credit Transcripted-Postsecondary courses may be taken/moved to the secondary level for articulation/dual credit purposes.
Year
13
English
Composition
English Literature
Algebra or
Calculus
Lab Science Economics
Psychology
All plans of study
need to meet learners'
career goals.
Continue courses pertinent to the
pathway selected.
►Animator
►Database
Administrator
►Data Systems
Designer
►E-Business Specialist
►Game Developer
►Information
Technology Engineer
►Media Specialist
►Network
Administrator
►Network Security
Analyst
►PC Support
Specialist
►Programmer
►Software Applications
Specialist
►Systems
Administrator
►Telecommunications
Network .
Technician
►User Support
Specialist
►Virtual Reality
Specialist
►Web
Architect/Designer
Interest Inventory Administered and Plan of Study Initiated for all Learners
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Information and TechnologyCareer Cluster Plan of Study for ►Learners ►Parents ►Counselors ►Teachers/Faculty
This Career Cluster Plan of Study (based on the Information Technology Career Cluster) can serve as a guide, along with other career planning materials, as learners continue on a
career path. Courses listed within this plan are only recommended coursework and should be individualized to meet each learner’s educational and career goals.
Choose elective courses from
the following departments which
are related to area of career
interest. Art, Business - all
computer related courses,
Music.
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Humanities Academy
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English/
Language ArtsMath Science
Social Studies/
Sciences
Other Required
Courses
*Career and Technical Courses
and/ or Degree Major Courses
for Law
Other Electives
Recommended Electives
Learner Activities
Credit
Totals
Occupations Relating
to This Career Cluster
9
English 1 Algebra I or
Geometry
General Science or
Biology
Civilizations and
Change
9th Grade PE, 9th
Grade Health
Spanish 1 or French 1,
Art/Music
7
10
English 2 Geometry or Algebra
II
Biology or Chemistry U.S. History 10th grade PE Spanish 2 or French 2,
Art/Music
7
11
2 electives at
least 1 writing
Pre-Calculus or
Algebra II
Chemistry or Physics Civics and Soc and
AP Psych or
Government
11th Grade Health Spanish 3 or French 3, PE
Elective
6.5
College Placement Assessments-Academic/Career Advisement Provided
12
Effective
Communications
and writing
elective
Probability and
Statistics or Pre-
Calculus
AP Psych or Govern
and Criminal Law
and Legal Issues
Personal Finance Spanish 4 or French 4
Articulation/Dual Credit Transcripted-Postsecondary courses may be taken/moved to the secondary level for articulation/dual credit purposes.
Year
13
English
Composition
Writing the
Academic Essay
Algebra or
Calculus
Lab Science Economics
Psychology
All plans of study
need to meet learners'
career goals.
Continue courses pertinent to the
pathway selected.
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Law, Public Safety, Corrections and SecurityCareer Cluster Plan of Study for ►Learners ►Parents ►Counselors ►Teachers/Faculty
This Career Cluster Plan of Study (based on the Government and Public Administration Cluster) can serve as a guide, along with other career planning materials, as learners continue on
a career path. Courses listed within this plan are only recommended coursework and should be individualized to meet each learner’s educational and career goals.
Choose elective courses from
the following departments which
are related to area of career
interest. Art, Business,
Music, Technology.
►Attorney
►Bomb Technician
►Corrections Officer
►Court Reporter
►Criminal Investigator
►EMT
►Federal Marshall
►Firefighter
►Gaming Surveillance
Specialist
►Hazardous Materials
Responder
►Loss Prevention
Specialist
►Paralegal
►Park Ranger
►Police and Patrol
Officer
►Probation/Parole
Officer
►Public Information
Officer ►Security
Director
►Youth Services
Worker
Interest Inventory Administered and Plan of Study Initiated for all Learners
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STEM Academy
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English/
Language ArtsMath Science
Social Studies/
Sciences
Other Required
Courses
*Career and Technical Courses
and/ or Degree Major Courses
for Manufacturing
Other Electives
Recommended Electives
Learner Activities
Credit
Totals
Occupations Relating
to This Career Cluster
9
English 1 Algebra I or
Geometry
General Science Civilizations and
Change
9th Grade PE, 9th
Grade Health
Spanish 1 or French 1 6.5
10
English 2 Geometry or Algebra
II
Biology U.S. History 10th grade PE Spanish 2 or French 2 6.5
11
2 electives Algebra II or Pre
Calculus
Chemistry Civics and
Psychology or
Sociology
11th Grade Health Spanish 3 or French 3 6.5
College Placement Assessments-Academic/Career Advisement Provided
12
2 electives Probability and
Statistics
Environmental
Science or Physics
Psychology or
Sociology or Current
Events
Personal Finance PE Elective
Articulation/Dual Credit Transcripted-Postsecondary courses may be taken/moved to the secondary level for articulation/dual credit purposes.
Year
13
English
Composition
English Literature
Algebra or
Calculus
Lab Science Economics
Psychology
All plans of study
need to meet learners'
career goals.
Continue courses pertinent to the
pathway selected.
►Assembler
►Boilermaker
►Design Engineer
►Environmental
Engineer
►Foundry Worker
►Freight, Stock and
Material Mover
►Health and Safety
Representative
►Industrial Machinery
Mechanic
►Inspector
►Labor Relations
Manager
►Logistician
►Manufacturing
Technician
►Pattern and Model
Maker
►Production Manager
►Quality Control
Technician
►Safety Engineer
►SPC Coordinator
►Tool and Diemaker
►Traffic Manager
►Welder
Interest Inventory Administered and Plan of Study Initiated for all Learners
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ManufacturingCareer Cluster Plan of Study for ►Learners ►Parents ►Counselors ►Teachers/Faculty
This Career Cluster Plan of Study (based on the Manufacturing Career Cluster) can serve as a guide, along with other career planning materials, as learners continue on a career path.
Courses listed within this plan are only recommended coursework and should be individualized to meet each learner’s educational and career goals.
Choose elective courses from
the following departments which
are related to area of career
interest Business,
Technology. Classes include
Cad I, Cad II, Construction
Systems, Architectural
Design, Green Energy
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Careel Life Skills Academy
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English/
Language ArtsMath Science
Social Studies/
Sciences
Other Required
Courses
*Career and Technical Courses
and/ or Degree Major Courses
for Marketing
Other Electives
Recommended Electives
Learner Activities
Credit
Totals
Occupations Relating
to This Career Cluster
9
English 1 Algebra I or
Geometry
General Science Civilizations and
Change
9th Grade PE, 9th
Grade Health
Spanish 1 or French 1,
Art/Music
6.25
10
English 2 Geometry or Algebra
II
Biology U.S. History 10th grade PE Spanish 2 or French 2,
Art/Music
6.5
11
2 electives Pre-Calculus or
Algebra II
Chemistry Civics and
Psychology or
Sociology
11th Grade Health Spanish 3 or French 3, PE
Elective
6.5
College Placement Assessments-Academic/Career Advisement Provided
12
communications
and elective
Probability and
Statistics
Psychology or
Sociology or Current
Events
Personal Finance Calculus or Statistics or
Advanced Math, Physics
Articulation/Dual Credit Transcripted-Postsecondary courses may be taken/moved to the secondary level for articulation/dual credit purposes.
Year
13
English
Composition
English Literature
Algebra or
Calculus
Lab Science Economics
Psychology
All plans of study
need to meet learners'
career goals.
Continue courses pertinent to the
pathway selected.
►Copywriter/Designer
►E-Commerce Director
►Entrepreneur
►Field Marketing
Representative
►Forecasting Manager
►Interactive Media
Specialist
►Inventory
Manager/Analyst
►Logistics Manager
►Merchandise Buyer
►On-line Market
Researcher
►Public Relations
Manager
►Promotions Manager
►Retail Marketing
Coordinator
►Sales Executive
►Shipping/Receiving
Clerk
►Telemarketer
►Trade Show Manager
►Warehouse Manager
►Webmaster
Interest Inventory Administered and Plan of Study Initiated for all Learners
Choose elective courses from
the following departments which
are related to area of career
interest. Art, Business,
Music. Classes to consider
include, Accounting I, Accounting
II, Introduction to Business,
Business Computer Applications,
Careel Life Skills
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Marketing Sales and ServiceCareer Cluster Plan of Study for ►Learners ►Parents ►Counselors ►Teachers/Faculty
This Career Cluster Plan of Study (based on the Marketing Sales and Service Career Cluster) can serve as a guide, along with other career planning materials, as learners continue on a
career path. Courses listed within this plan are only recommended coursework and should be individualized to meet each learner’s educational and career goals.
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English/
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Social Studies/
Sciences
Other Required
Courses
*Career and Technical Courses
and/ or Degree Major Courses
for STEM
Other Electives
Recommended Electives
Learner Activities
Credit
Totals
Occupations Relating
to This Career Cluster
9
English 1 Algebra I or
Geometry
General Science Civilizations and
Change
9th Grade PE, 9th
Grade Health
Spanish 1 or French 1,
Art/Music
6.25
10
English 2 Geometry or Algebra
2
Biology U.S. History 10th grade PE Spanish 2 or French 2,
Art/Music
6.5
11
2 electives Algebra 2 or Pre Calc Chemistry or Physics Civics and
Psychology or
Sociology
11th Grade Health Spanish 3 or French 3, PE
Elective
6.5
College Placement Assessments-Academic/Career Advisement Provided
12
2 electives Pre Calculus or
Probability and
Statistics
AP Biology, Physics
or AP Chemistry
Psychology or
Sociology or Current
Events
Personal Finance Spanish 4 or French 4 6.5
Articulation/Dual Credit Transcripted-Postsecondary courses may be taken/moved to the secondary level for articulation/dual credit purposes.
Year
13
English
Composition
English Literature
Algebra or
Calculus
Lab Science Economics
Psychology
All plans of study
need to meet learners'
career goals.
Continue courses pertinent to the
pathway selected.
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STEMCareer Cluster Plan of Study for ►Learners ►Parents ►Counselors ►Teachers/Faculty
This Career Cluster Plan of Study (based on the Health Science Career Cluster) can serve as a guide, along with other career planning materials, as learners continue on a career path.
Courses listed within this plan are only recommended coursework and should be individualized to meet each learner’s educational and career goals.
Choose elective courses from
the following departments which
are related to area of career
interest. Art, Business,
Music, Technology.
►Aerospace Engineer
►Agricultural Engineer
►Analytical Chemist
►Anthropologist
►Architectural
Engineer
►Astrophysicist
►Biomedical Engineer
►CAD Technician
►Civil Engineer
►Computer
Programmer
►Ecologist
►Geologist
►Geothermal Engineer
►Math Teacher
►Mathematician
►Metallurgist
►Statistician
►Survey Technician
►Zoologist
Interest Inventory Administered and Plan of Study Initiated for all Learners
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CREDIT REQUIREMENTS FOR GRADUATION
Requirements for Graduation Class of 2013- 22 CREDITS English 4 credits
Social Studies 3 credits U.S. History and Civics required
Math 3 credits
Science 3 credits Biology required
Physical Education 1 credit
Health 0.5 credit
Life Skills – Business/Technology 1.0 credit Computer credit required
Electives 6.5 credits
Requirements for Graduation Class of 2014 - 22 CREDITS English 4 credits
Social Studies 3 credits U.S. History and Civics required
Math 3 credits
Science 3 credits Biology required
Physical Education 1 credit
Health 0.5 credit
Humanities 0.5 credit Freshman Seminar
Life Skills – Business/Technology 0.5 credit Personal Finance required
Electives 6.5 credits
Requirements for Graduation Class of 2015 and beyond - 24 CREDITS English 4 credits
Social Studies 3 credits U.S. History and Civics required
Math 3 credits
Science 3 credits Biology required
Physical Education 1 credit
Health 0.5 credit
Humanities 1 credit Freshman Seminar required
Life Skills – Business/Technology 2 credits Personal Finance required
Fine Arts 1 credit
Stem* 2 credits
Electives 3.5 credits
* Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics in addition to required Mathematics and Science
credits
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th Grade Health Requirement Options
All 12th grade students must select one of the following courses to fulfill the health requirement
for graduation.
Anatomy and Physiology (1 credit)
Body Systems (0.5 credit)
Child Development (0.5 credit)
Current Issues (0.5 credit)
Fitness for Life (0.5 credit)
Psychology (0.5 credit)
Sociology (0.5 credit)
Special Topics/Psychology (0.5 credit)
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PROMOTION REQUIREMENTS
All students are required to carry a minimum of six credits. Freshmen and sophomores
must also take Physical Education. Juniors and seniors are allowed to take more than one
English class. Students who will be graduating in 2013-2014 will be promoted to the
next grade when the following minimum requirements are met:
To be a sophomore 4 credits
To be a junior 10 credits
To be a senior 16 credits
To graduate 22 credits
Students Graduating in 2015 and later will be promoted to the next grade when the
following minimum requirements are met.
To be a sophomore 6 credits
To be a junior 12 credits
To be a senior 18 credits
To graduate 24 credits
AUDITING PREVIOUSLY TAKEN COURSES
In order to be eligible, a student must first carry six other courses for credit. The student
must obtain written permission from his/her administrator. The auditing student has the
obligation to participate in class to the same extent as any of the other students. Should a
student fail to meet all of his/her responsibilities, he/she will be dropped from the course.
The student will receive no credit for the course, but the grade will appear on his/her
transcript. Also, the course will not count towards the student’s G.P.A or Q.P.A.
WITHDRAWING FROM A CLASS
Withdrawing from a class prior to the end of the first marking period:
May be approved only under the following conditions:
The request must be made prior to the end of the first marking period.
The student must continue to carry at least six credits.
The request must be in writing from the parent or guardian.
Withdrawing from a class after the first marking period:
Only under extreme circumstances will requests for withdrawals be considered after the
end of the first marking period. After the first marking period:
The student must continue to carry at least six credits.
The request must be in writing from the parent or guardian.
A WP or WF will be recorded on the student’s transcript depending on the student’s
grade at the time of withdrawal.
A WP or WF will not be calculated into a students GPA
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LEVELING POLICY
English and Social Studies classes in grades 10-12 and Math and Science classes in
grades 9-12 are grouped according to ability. The prime difference between “levels” is
that of breadth and scope of coverage and the pace of the class.
Counselors and teachers recommend levels based on a student’s past performance,
teachers’ assessments of students’ class work, and scores on standardized tests. The
proper placement of students in courses is one way in which teachers address the learning
needs of students. Seymour High School believes that students should challenge
themselves to reach their fullest potential by taking courses at the highest levels
appropriate for them.
Students and parents should read the course descriptions carefully and consult with
teachers and counselors when unsure if a level is appropriate. The courses at Seymour
High School are classified as follows:
AP – Advanced Placement /UCONN – These courses are designed for students to earn
both high school and college level credit while in high school. These courses are more
challenging and stimulating compared to other high school courses. They often require
more work than honors classes, but give greater opportunities for individualized
programming and accomplishments.
Honors – These courses provide instruction and learning experiences for those students
whose academic performance has been of the highest caliber. Students enrolled in
Honors courses will learn to analyze and synthesize content, to develop original and
independent learning activities and to focus on abstract reasoning and critical thinking.
Students recommended for this instructional level will be expected to have exhibited
superior reading, writing, and thinking abilities.
Level 1 – These courses provide appropriate instruction and learning experiences for
those whose academic performance is above grade level, and who have exhibited a
commitment to academic achievement. The focus of this instructional level is to stress
mastery and evaluation of content, to increase abstract reasoning and critical thinking
skills, and to develop further independent learning activities. Students entering this level
are expected to have exhibited an excellent mastery of reading, writing, and thinking
skills.
Level 2 – These courses provide appropriate instruction and learning experiences to
prepare students for college, business and technical school, or for employment upon
graduation. Students entering this instructional level would be expected to have
exhibited an acceptable mastery of reading, writing, and thinking skills.
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HONORS COURSE REQUIREMENTS
Incoming 9th
Grade Students
To qualify to take an Honors level course (s) in math and/or science students must have:
An A- average in current subject area course.
A recommendation from current subject area teacher.
In addition
To take Geometry and or Biology, a student must be currently enrolled Algebra I
with an A- average or above.
Each course (Math, Science) will be considered separately. Students may take one or
more Honors level courses if the above criteria is met.
10th
-12th
Grade Students
To qualify to take an Honors level course, students must have
An A- average in a Level 1 course in the same subject area.
A recommendation from current subject area teacher.
A recommendation from school counselor.
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Summer School and Loss of Credit Make-Up Policy
1. Students who fail or lose credit in a subject for the year may attend an approved
summer school for credit, provided they do so during the summer following the close
of the school year in which they failed or lost credit. Exceptions to this must be
approved by the school administration.
2. Students may make up no more than two (2) academic courses for credit during a
summer session.
3. Students must have earned a minimum grade of “50” in order to attend summer
school.
4. Students who successfully complete summer school will receive a passing grade of
“60” for the course.
5. Both the grade earned during the school year and the “60” earned in summer school
will be reflected on a students’ transcript. Both will be used to calculate the students’
GPA.
SPORTS PARTICIPATION COURSE REQUIREMENTS
1. To be eligible to participate in fall athletics, a student must have received 4 credits
toward graduation at the close of the school year preceding the contest or be a new
incoming Freshman. They must also be passing a minimum of four Carnegie Unit
equivalents during their sports season.
2. To be eligible to participate in winter and spring athletics a student must have passed
4 Carnegie Unit equivalents the quarter preceding the contest. They must also be
registered in and passing a minimum of four Carnegie Unit equivalents during their
sports season.
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TO BE CERTIFIED BY THE NCAA’S CLEARINGHOUSE, STUDENTS MUST:
1. Graduate from high school - You should apply for certification before graduation.
If you appear to meet NCAA requirements, the Clearinghouse will issue a
preliminary certification. After you graduate, the Clearinghouse will review your
final transcript to make a final certification decision.
2. Grade-Point Average
Be sure to look at your high school’s list of NCAA-approved core courses on
the clearinghouse Web site to make certain that the courses being taken have
been approved as core courses. The Web site is www.ncaaclearinghouse.net.
Division I grade-point-average requirements are listed on the following page.
The Division II The minimum core grade-point average is 2.000. The minimum
SAT score is 820 (verbal and math sections only) and the minimum ACT sum
score is 68.
3. Course requirements for Division I and division II Schools
DIVISION I 16 Core Courses:
4 years of English.
3 years of mathematics (Algebra I or higher).
2 years of natural/physical science (1 year of
lab if offered by high school).
1 year of additional English, mathematics or
natural/physical science.
2 years of social science.
4 years of additional courses (from any area
above, foreign language or nondoctrinal
religion/philosophy).
DIVISION II 14 Core-Courses:
3 years of English.
2 years of mathematics (Algebra I or higher).
2 years of natural/physical science (1 year of
lab if offered by high school).
2 years of additional English, mathematics or
natural/physical science.
2 years of social science.
3 years of additional courses (from any area
above, foreign language or nondoctrinal
religion/philosophy).
PLEASE NOTE: for students entering any NCAA College or university computer
science courses may not be used for initial-eligibility.
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NCAA DIVISION I SLIDING SCALE CORE GRADE-POINT AVERAGE/
TEST-SCORE New Core GPA / Test Score Index
Core GPA SAT
Verbal and Math ONLY
ACT Core GPA SAT
Verbal and Math ONLY
ACT
3.550 & above 400 37 2.750 720 59
3.525 410 38 2.725 730 59
3.500 420 39 2.700 730 60
3.475 430 40 2.675 740-750 61
3.450 440 41 2.650 760 62
3.425 450 41 2.625 770 63
3.400 460 42 2.600 780 64
3.375 470 42 2.575 790 65
3.350 480 43 2.550 800 66
3.325 490 44 2.525 810 67
3.300 500 44 2.500 820 68
3.275 510 45 2.475 830 69
3.250 520 46 2.450 840-850 70
3.225 530 46 2.425 860 70
3.200 540 47 2.400 860 71
3.175 550 47 2.375 870 72
3.150 560 48 2.350 880 73
3.125 570 49 2.325 890 74
3.100 580 49 2.300 900 75
3.075 590 50 2.275 910 76
3.050 600 50 2.250 920 77
3.025 610 51 2.225 930 78
3.000 620 52 2.200 940 79
2.975 630 52 2.175 950 80
2.950 640 53 2.150 960 80
2.925 650 53 2.125 960 81
2.900 660 54 2.100 970 82
2.875 670 55 2.075 980 83
2.850 680 56 2.050 990 84
2.825 690 56 2.025 1000 85
2.800 700 57 2.000 1010 86
2.775 710 58
For further information and for requirements for Division II, see the Athletic Director, School Counselor or
contact: NCAA Initial-Eligibility Clearinghouse
301 ACT Drive
PO Box 4043
Iowa City, IA 52243-4043
1-877-262-1492 FAX 319-337-1556
www.ncaaclearinghouse.net
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ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE STANDARDS FOR GRADUATION Connecticut Public Act Section 10-223a states that “each local and regional board of education shall specify the basic skills necessary for graduation, and include a process to assess a student’s level of competency in such skills.” In order for a student to earn a Seymour High School diploma, the student must earn a minimum of 22 credits to graduate in 2013-14 or 24 credits for graduation in 2015, they must also meet the credit distribution requirements. Additionally, students must meet the district’s academic performance standards in each of the following categories: English, Social Studies, Mathematics, Science and achieve standard for the schools learning expectations. The minimum requirements for students (in addition to the required credit requirements (22 credits) who have been enrolled in Seymour High School for at least three (3) consecutive semesters before graduation, include the following performance standards as part of the graduation requirement:
Students will have demonstrated mastery of the district performance standards if they have:
ENGLISH
Achieved a minimum of Proficient Level on the Reading component of the CAPT; or
Achieve a score of 450 on the SAT critical reading assessment; or
Achieve a final average of 70% or above in three English classes; or
During their junior or senior year achieve a minimum grade of 70% on a CAPT like reading
prompt designed by the English department.
MATHEMATICS
Achieved a minimum of Proficient Level on the Math component of the CAPT; or
Achieved a score of 450 on the SAT math assessment; or
Achieve a final average of 70% or above in three math courses; or
During their junior or senior year achieve a minimum grade of 70% on a CAPT like
mathematics assessment designed by the Math department.
SCIENCE
Achieved a minimum of Proficient Level on the Science component of the CAPT; or
Achieved a final average of 70% or above in Biology and two science electives; or
During their junior or senior year achieve a minimum grade of 70% on a CAPT like science
assessment designed by the Science department.
SOCIAL STUDIES
Achieved a minimum of Proficient Level on the Writing component of the CAPT; or
Achieve a score of 450 on the SAT writing assessment; or
Achieve a 70% or above in the three social studies courses; or
During their junior or senior year achieve a minimum grade of 70% on a CAPT like writing
assessment designed by the Social Studies department.
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Special Needs: Students with special needs may be exempt from district performance standards for
graduation as described in this policy if so indicated in their Individual Education Plan (IEP).
Digital Portfolio: Students who are enrolled in Seymour High School will maintain a digital portfolio
which will be maintained on the school servers. This portfolio will contain school projects and
papers.
Implementation Students will register for an appropriate course load that will keep them on track for meeting
the credit requirements of Seymour High school.
All tenth grade students will take the CAPT test.
All eleventh grade students who have not achieved proficiency levels on the CAPT must retake
the exam.
The School Counseling Department will provide at least three opportunities during the junior
and senior year to complete the performance standard in all district performance standard
areas.
Notification Of teachers: Within 30 days of the school’s approved release of CAPT scores, the School
Counseling Department will provide to the administration a list of juniors and seniors who
have not achieved minimum proficiency in their areas. The School Counseling Department, in
conjunction with teachers will review student scores and determine an appropriate remediation
plan.
Of students and parents: Within 30 days of the school’s approved release of CAPT scores, the
School Counseling Department will notify students and parents in writing of student
performance on CAPT. The written notification will include a reminder of performance
objectives and graduation requirements. Notification will be sent to both juniors and seniors.
If Requirements are not met Seniors who are not eligible for graduation with their class due to a failure to meet the district
academic performance standards, as per policy, in one or more subjects as described above,
may return in a fifth year to a pre-arranged program to be determined by the School
Counseling Department provided their age is less than 21 years.
Class Rank/Grade Point Average/Quality Point Average:
Grade point average (GPA) is determined by adding all final class averages and dividing by the
number of credits attempted inclusively. This average is not used to determine class rank.
Class rank is a system by which students are compared to their classmates according to their
academic achievement. Colleges must be able to assess a student’s performance in relation to
his/her peers in order to make appropriate admissions decisions. It also helps scholarship
committees assess a student’s performance.
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All seniors will be ranked with the exception of:
Special Needs or Alternative Education students with 50% or more of their classes in Special
Education or Alternative Education.
Transfer students to Seymour High School who have been enrolled for less than three (3)
semesters.
Class rank will be computed after:
Six semesters – Distributed to all seniors in October.
Seven semesters – Mid-point of the senior year and distributed in February.
All classes are included in the calculation of GPA and QPA excluding Pass/Fail subjects
Quality Point Average:
The QPA is determined by adding all final averages and their assigned quality points and
dividing by the number of credits attempted inclusively. The student’s quality point average
(QPA) is used to determine class rank.
Assigned quality points:
AP 30 quality points
Honors 20 quality points
Level 1 10 quality points
Level 2 0 quality points
VOLUNTEER COMMUNITY SERVICE PROGRAM
This is not a requirement for all students but rather an elective course available through the
Seymour High School Counseling Department. It can be started at any time (program must
be approved before hours begin to count toward this credit), but must be completed before
the student graduates. The necessary forms are available in the School Counseling Office.
Students are encouraged to consider this elective as part of their total course program – it offers
a new and exciting way to earn graduation credit.
Offered to Grades 10-11-12
Students are eligible to earn a total of one-half (.5) elective credit by participating in Seymour
High School’s Volunteer Community Service Program. Since such service is considered the
keystone of an educated citizenry, students will be given the opportunity to “give something
back” by volunteering to help their community while also working to fulfill their graduation
requirements. Fifty (50) hours must be accumulated in order to earn the half (.5) credit. Partial
credit for less than one fifty (50) hours will not be given.
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CAREER LIFE SKILLS ACADEMY
This academy is comprised of the Business, Vocational Family Services and Physical Education
Departments. Completion of the minimum requirements for this academy will satisfy the
following learning expectations 1.a, 3.a, 3.b, 3.c, 3.d, 3.e
BUSINESS DEPARTMENT
Mission Statement
The Business Department in Seymour High School will develop skills, knowledge, understanding, and attitudes
necessary for successful participation in postsecondary education and/or employment opportunities in their
personal business and financial endeavors as responsible and contributing citizens of local, national, and global
economies.
Accounting I – 620 1 Credit
Offered to grades 9-10-11-12
The knowledge of the basic principles of accounting
will help the individual understand business problems
and how to meet them. The purpose of this course is to
acquaint students with the methods of keeping proper
financial records, to understand business and
accounting terminology and to realize the value and
importance of accuracy, as well as systematic
procedures in handling finances.
Accounting II – 633
1 Credit
Offered to grades 10-11-12
Prerequisite: A grade of 70 or better in
Accounting I.
Accounting II provides an opportunity to develop a
practical knowledge of accounting techniques and
procedures as applied in business. The course,
specifically vocational and career oriented, is planned
for students who wish to enter the world of work in an
area that requires accounting skills upon their
graduation from high school; plan for further study in
any of the areas of business administration; desire
additional knowledge about business procedures and
records so that as future proprietors or managers they
can initiate and understand appropriate accounting
records; and/or enjoyed the Accounting I course and
wish to further their knowledge of accounting.
Banking Systems – 616
0.5 Credit – Semester Course
Offered to grades 11-12
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Personal
Finance with a grade of 70 or better.
In this half year course, students will understand how a
bank or financial institution functions as a business and
the role it plays in the U.S. economy. Everyone must
make financial decisions. This course will give
students the knowledge to make those decisions.
Banking Systems will provide immediate useful
banking knowledge as well as the foundation for new
learning and enhanced career opportunities.
Students will have the opportunity to learn banking
systems through a partnership with Sikorsky Financial
Credit union. This real-work experience may enable
the students to be employable in our on-site branch of
SFCU. Whether the student chooses to do the on-the-
job training or not, each student will take away a
valuable experience to serve him or her in future
endeavors.
Business Computer Applications – 641
0.5 Credit – Semester Course
Offered to grades 9-10-11-12
This course will expose students to the computer skills
required to be successful in school as well as in
business working environments. The content of the
course concentrates on the use of Microsoft (MS) Word
and Excel. Instruction in MS Word will focus on
formatting content, organizing content, formatting
documents, collaborating and customizing Word.
Instruction in MS Excel will focus on organizing and
analyzing data, formatting data and content,
collaborating, managing data, workbooks and
customizing excel.
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Career Life Skills – 623
1 Credit
Offered to grades 11-12
Career/Life Skills is designed to assist students in basic
life skills. They will develop employment, social,
independent living and occupational skills. They will
be involved in career search, job hunting, application
and resume writing, mock interviews, budgeting,
banking and basic keyboarding/computer skills. Field
trips and job shadowing will be encouraged and guest
speakers will be invited to speak to students regarding
various topics.
Introduction to Business – 610
1 Credit
Offered to grades 9-10-11-12
To be successful in the business world, either as an
employee or as a proprietor, it is essential for one to
have a strong interest in business affairs and a basic
knowledge of how a business must operate to be
profitable. Introduction to Business is taught with
three (3) goals in mind:
1. To introduce the students to the world of
business and help prepare them for economic roles of
consumer, worker and citizen.
2. To serve as a background for other business
courses the student may take in high school and
college.
3. To assist the students with consumer decision
making, prepare them for future employment, and help
them effectively perform their responsibilities as
citizens.
Entrepreneurship - 618
0.5 Credit
Offered to grades 10-11-12
Prerequisite: Introduction to Business – 610
Students will identify the fundamentals of business
creation, the personal attributes needed to be a
successful entrepreneur, and will research various
business opportunities. Topics covered include the
characteristics of an entrepreneur, discovering
entrepreneurial opportunities, and researching and
analyzing domestic, global and market trends. The
course culminates with the student developing a
hypothetical business plan to implement their unique
venture that conforms to all applicable governmental
laws and regulations.
Personal Finance – 608
0.5 Credit
Offered to Grades 10- 11- 12
Graduation Requirement for class of 2014-15
Personal Finance will introduce students to the world of
money management. They will learn what to do with
their money by learning about their financial options
and responsibilities and the consequences of
mismanaged finances allowing them to meet their
maximum potential civically and socially. The course
will cover money management strategies, different
financial services and institutions, consumer credit, the
finances of housing, savings and investing, stocks,
bonds, and mutual funds, and insurance and risk
management.
Principles of Marketing - 617
0.5 Credit
Offered to grades 10-11-12
Prerequisite: Introduction to Business – 610
Principles of Marketing offers students insight into the
processes affecting the flow of goods and services from
the producer to the consumer. Course content ranges
considerably as general marketing principles such as
purchasing, distribution, and sales are covered;
however, a major emphasis is placed on kinds of
markets, market identification, product planning,
packaging, and pricing; and business management.
Web Applications (Computers and the Internet) – 611
0.5 Credit – Semester Course
Offered to grades 9-10-11-12
Students will learn how to use the internet as a
productivity tool. Topics covered will include digital
literacy, ethics, accessibility and usability. Student will
develop their communication skills using current web
technologies of HTML coding, blogs, wikis, and other
web II applications.
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FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCES
Mission Statement
The mission of the Family and Consumer Science department in Seymour High School is to prepare students for
family life, work life, and careers in family and consumer sciences by providing opportunities to develop the
knowledge, skills, attitudes, and behaviors needed to be a life-long learner in this discipline.
Introductory Foods – 707
0.5 Credit – Semester Course
Offered to grades 9-10-11-12
This half year course is designed to introduce the
beginning cook with kitchen procedures that emphasize
recipe interpretation, nutrition, equipment safety and
care. The students will learn the basic skills required to
follow any recipe. The instructional component of the
course will include various cooking techniques. This
course is a prerequisite for all other Family and
Consumer Science classes.
Culinary Arts – 709
0.5 Credit – Semester Course
Offered to grades 10-11-12
Prerequisite: C or better in Introductory Foods
This half year course is designed for students who plan
on pursuing a career in the food industry. Students will
be preparing to work in a professional kitchen. Students
will learn to select, use and care for more advanced
kitchen equipment. They will supplement their basic
skills and create more complex and varied applications.
Student will be encouraged to apply their skills in
creative ways.
Baking and Pastry – 710
0.5 Credit – Semester Course
Offered to grades 10-11-12
Prerequisite: C or better in Introductory Foods
This half year course is designed for students who plan
on pursuing a career in the food industry. Students will
learn to select, use and care for specialized baking
equipment. Students will bake and artistically present a
variety of quick breads, yeast breads, pies, shortened
cakes, chiffon cakes, cookies, pastries and other
desserts.
Child Development – 712
0.5 Credit
Offered to grades 11-12
Meets the grade 12 Health requirement
Vocational Family Services is based on the study of the
physical, emotional, social and intellectual growth and
development of children from prenatal to adolescence.
This course is for students of today who are planning
for tomorrow. It is for those interested in being parents,
those interested in teaching or caring for young
children, and/or for those interested in other child-
related careers. The emphasis is on being a caregiver in
any of these roles.
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PHYSICAL EDUCATION/HEALTH DEPARTMENT
Physical Education Mission Statement
Graduates of Seymour High School will recognize the importance of and choose to participate in physical activities
designed to maintain and enhance healthy lifestyles.
Health Education Mission Statement
Graduates of Seymour High School will develop and maintain behaviors that promote lifelong health.
All 9th
and 10th
grade students must take Physical Education 990 and 992
11th
or 12th
grade transfer students who need to earn PE credit for graduation must do so through PE
electives. They DO NOT have to take the Physical Education 990 or 992
Physical Education – 990, 992
0.5 Credit – grade 9
0.5 Credit – grade 10
Required of all grade 9 and 10 students
One credit in physical education is required for
graduation. Classes meet five times per week for
freshman and sophomores for one semester. The
Physical Education curriculum seeks to develop
performance skills, to provide opportunities for
individual physical and emotional development, and
to foster self-discipline, cooperation, competition and
a sense of fair play. Substance Abuse Prevention is
incorporated into physical education classes.
Junior Seminar – 919
0.5 Credit – grade 11
Required of all grade 11 students
Junior Seminar includes Lessons fostering academic,
career and college goals as well as social skills that
demonstrate respect for self and others will be
implemented. Additionally the class is designed to
give students reliable health information and develop
attitudes and practices related to good health.
Resisting peer pressure and good decision making
skills along with the following topics are covered;
AIDS/Sexually transmitted diseases, alcohol, drugs,
tobacco, cardio-vascular fitness, consumer education,
mental & emotional health, personal health, stress
management and teen pregnancy.
Physical Education Electives
Physical Education Electives are only available to 11th
and 12th
grade students.
Body Systems (Allied Health) - 901
0.5 Health credits
Prerequisite: C or better in Biology
The essential principles of anatomy and physiology
and specific body systems will be covered in this
course. The muscular, respiratory, circulatory,
neuromuscular, and endocrine systems are looked at
in depth in their relationship to physical activity and
exercise. There will be a primary focus on aerobic
and anaerobic cellular respiration in the use of ATP
as an energy source during exercise.
Cardiovascular Fitness – 906
0.5 credits
Students will be exposed to a variety of fitness
activities that will stimulate their cardiovascular
system. Students will also cover the physiological
aspects of this type of fitness in the classroom.
Students will develop and monitor a routine to
improve their cardiovascular fitness levels. The
cardiovascular fitness activities will include, running,
walking, circuit training, speed training, aquatic
training, Cardio – respiratory concepts will be
covered in the classroom and will provide insight into
what is happening to our bodies as we become more
fit. This will be a rigorous course and students are
expected to be prepared each day for such activities.
Students will be expected to complete a research
paper for this course.
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Athletic Development – 930
0.5 credits
Prerequisite: A grade of 80 or better in
Cardiovascular Fitness (906) or Fitness for Life (924)
This course will offer hands on experiences for
developing athletic abilities such as flexibility,
strength, power, speed and agility. Sport specific
workouts will be broken down on an individual sport
basis to tailor a student’s in season and off season
needs. Students will be expected to complete a
research paper for this course.
Yoga – 923
0.5 credits
Students will learn the fundamentals of alignment
and breathing, as well as the practice of basic
stretches, balancing poses, strengthening exercises
and relaxation techniques. Upon completion, students
will have developed an increase in strength,
flexibility, balance, stamina, and coordination.
Students will become aware of the connection
between mind, body, and breathing. Students will be
expected to complete a research paper for this course.
Fitness for Life – 924
0.5 Credit
Meets the grade 12 Health requirement
This course offers students the opportunity to
participate in a program which will make a positive
difference in their lives. Students will be involved in
a rigorous program of fitness, learn how to self-assess
their fitness levels, and understand that physical
activity provides the opportunity for enjoyment,
challenges, self-expression and social interaction.
Students will also learn how to design their own
personal fitness program that will promote a healthy
lifestyle. Components of flexibility, strength training,
cardiovascular fitness, and nutrition will be included.
Students will monitor their individual fitness program
to improve their weight training and fitness levels.
Students will be expected to complete a research
paper for this course.
Sports and Games – 929
0.5 credits
As a class students will have a choice to participate in
a variety of sports that are played on a court, utilize a
racquet, or are played recreational. Advanced and
skills and an in depth analysis will be developed in a
chosen sport. Sports and games include but not
limited to basketball, speedball, floor hockey,
volleyball, soccer, team handball, tennis, badminton,
bocce, softball, Frisbee, and golf. Students will be
expected to complete a research paper for this course.
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HUMANITIES ACADEMY
This academy is comprised of the English, Social Studies, Fine Arts and World Language
Departments. Completion of the minimum requirements for this academy will satisfy the
following learning expectations 1.a, 1.b, 1.c, 1.d, 2.a, 2.b, 2.c
THE ARTS
Mission Statement
The Arts program at Seymour High School provides opportunities for students to create, perform and respond with
understanding to all of the arts, including music and the visual arts; to develop in-depth skills in at least one art
form; to appreciate the importance of the arts in expressing human experience; and to be prepared to apply their
arts skills and understandings throughout their lifetime.
Visual Arts
Basic Drawing - 803
0.5 credit – semester course
Offered to grades 9-10-11-12
This half year course covers the basic media and
techniques of drawing (including perspective and
composition) while addressing the elements and
principles of two-dimensional design. This class
serves as a prerequisite to all other art classes.
Observational Drawing - 804
0.5 credit – semester course
Offered to grades 9-10-11-12
Prerequisite: A grade of 70 or better in basic drawing
This course has been designed for those students who
want to further their drawing skills The students will
focus on drawing from observation to learn to draw
portraits, figures, landscapes, still-life, etc.
Painting (Modern)-806
0.5 credit – semester course
Offered to grades 10-11-12
Prerequisite: A grade of 70 or better in basic drawing
In this course the student will be introduced to
various media and techniques used in painting. The
focus of this course will be on mixing colors and
painting techniques, using tempera paints, acrylics,
and watercolors. Each painting will correlate with
the style of a famous modern artist and art
movement.
Observational Painting – 807
0.5 credit – semester course
Offered to grades 10-11-12
Prerequisite: A grade of 70 or better in basic drawing
In this course the student will explore and expand
upon the different media and techniques used in wet
and dry painting. The focus of this course will be
painting a variety of subject matter from observation
to achieve realism. Students will explore color
relationships and concentrate on blending colors,
tints, tones, and shades to create volume.
3-Dimensional Design – 808
0.5 credit – Semester Course
Offered to grades 10-11-12
Prerequisite: A grade of 70 or better in basic drawing.
In this course the student will be introduced to
various methods and materials of sculpture as a
means of expression. They will continue to work
with the elements and principals of 2-dimensional
design, and begin to incorporate the third dimension
of depth in their art using both additive and
subtractive methods. They will work with material
such as wire, clay, plaster, paper mache, and found
objects.
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Pottery and Sculpture – 809
0.5 credit – Semester Course
Offered to grades 10-11-12
Prerequisite: A grade of 70 or better in basic drawing.
In this course the student will incorporate the third
dimension of depth in their art through the use of
various clay techniques. Focusing on hand building,
students will use clay to create different forms of
functional and/or decorative pottery as well as
sculpture. Students will also have the opportunity to
experience wheel throwing.
Commercial Art and Art Careers-810
0.5 credit – semester course
Offered to grades 11-12
Prerequisite: A grade of 75 or better in at least one
painting course and sculpture course
Using the skills developed in drawing, painting, and
sculpture, students in this course will pursue a more
advanced study, with a concentration on commercial
art. This course will enlighten the student on several
career options available in the art field. Through
various hands-on activities in illustration and graphic
design, students will touch upon some of the many
facets of advertising, publishing, and promoting in
art.
Music
Concert Band – 830, 829
1 Credit
Offered to grades 9-10-11-12
This is a Level 2 course for first year participants.
Level 1 credit will be awarded for students who are
in their second year of the high school music
program.
Concert Band provides students a chance to learn and
perform music through an instrumental ensemble.
Instruments appropriate for Concert Band which
includes: Flute, Clarinet, Oboe, Saxophone, Trumpet,
French Horn, Trombone, Baritone Horn, Tuba, or
Percussion. Students who enroll must be available for
a variety of performances and concerts. Prior
experience is necessary.
Concert Choir – 825, 824
1 Credit
Offered to grades 9-10-11-12
This is a level 2 course for first year participants.
Level 1 credit will be awarded for students who are
in their second year of the high school music
program.
Concert Choir is open to all students and offers an
opportunity to develop vocal musical talents and
general music understanding in a coed musical
ensemble. No prior knowledge of music is necessary.
Concert Choir performs music in numerous
languages and covers music from a variety of musical
genres. Students who enroll in this course will be
learning how to read music and must be available for
a variety of performances and concerts.
Developmental Band – 835
1 Credit
Offered to grades 9-10-11-12
Developmental Band provides opportunities for
students who have never played a musical instrument
to learn how to play one and participate in a band.
The course will offer the students a chance to enrich
their high school experience by involvement in the
learning and performance of music on an instrument
appropriate for Concert Band which includes: Flute,
Clarinet, Oboe, Saxophone, Trumpet,
French Horn, Trombone, Baritone Horn, Tuba, or
Percussion. Students who enroll must be available
for a variety of performances and concerts.
Introduction to Guitar – 836
0.5 Credit
Offered to grades 9-10-11-12
Introduction to Guitar exposes students to the
fundamental knowledge and appreciation of the
guitar and music in general. The students will
discover different ways of thinking by practicing
musical, kinesthetic, and problem solving skills.
They will learn basic chords, theory, history, and the
workings of the guitar. Students will play songs
during class and listen to a variety of musical
selections from all genres.
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Advanced Guitar - 837
0.5 Credit
Offered to grades 9-10-11-12
Prerequisite: Passing grade in Introduction to Guitar
or demonstration of proficiency by audition.
Advanced Guitar will expose students to advanced
chords and scales. Students will participate in an in-
depth study of guitar players from the past. They will
be exposed to improvisation and composition.
Students will learn what is needed to compete
successfully in the musical world of guitar players.
Hip-Hop Methods - 838
0.5 Credit
Offered to grades 9-10-11-12
The Hip-Hop methods is a music survey course
designed to increase students understanding of hip
hop culture. Topics to be addressed include social,
musical, dance, political, and artistic history of hip
hop. Students will participate in writing workshops
to develop their artistic voice and will perform their
works at SHS musical functions. Basic music
production and compositional techniques will be
addressed. This is a class where students will be
expected to perform. There is an after school
component to this grade.
Music Theory and Composition – 828
1 Credit
Offered to grades 11-12
Music Theory will offer students the opportunity to
gain a greater understanding of music through the in
depth studies of music fundamentals. Students will
learn basic music elements, chord construction and
progression, harmonic analysis, musical form, and
musical orchestration and composition. The course is
planned for both students who wish to pursue a career
in music, as well as those who have an interest in
understanding and composing music.
ENGLISH DEPARTMENT
Mission Statement
The English program at Seymour High School prepares its students to use Standard English to write purposefully,
read critically, and speak and listen effectively. Students will use the language arts to explore and respond to
classical and contemporary works from many cultures and literary periods. Students will develop interpretative and
evaluative skills and make connections among their reading, their writing, and their lives.
English I – 102, 112
1 Credit
Required of all grade 9 students
The main objective of freshman English is to provide
students with a comprehensive background in
literature and composition. The English I course
entails the study of literature, grammar and
composition.
English II – 121, 122, 125
1 Credit
Required of all grade 10 students
English II Honors is open to recommended students
who meet the Honors course criteria.
Sophomore English students continue to study world
literature both fiction and non-fiction, to increase
their vocabulary through word study, and to expand
their knowledge of grammar as it applies to writing
skills. Significant time will be spent developing
stronger interpretive and analytical skills. As writers,
students will improve skills needed to create well-
constructed paragraphs and to sequence their ideas
with support from the text and create multi-paragraph
essays that clearly represent a topic.
Modern Non-Fiction – 147
0.5 Credit – Semester Course
Offered to grades 11-12
In Modern Non-Fiction, students will develop a
better understanding of the rhetorical and stylistic
elements of the non-fiction genre. The reading and
viewing of selected works of modern non-fiction will
include, but are not limited to, The Color of Water, In
Cold Blood, Fallen Leaves, and In the Heart of the
Sea. Students will also develop their own narrative
and expository writing skills.
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Multicultural Literature I – 159
0.5 Credit
Offered to grades 11-12
In Multicultural Literary Studies, students will
increase their understanding of the multicultural
nature of our world. Topics to be addressed will
include special gender-related concerns (sexual
abuse, job discrimination based on sex, and the
socialization of children), age-related concerns
(rights of children, problems of adolescence, and
caring for the elderly) and the needs of people with
disabilities (inclusion in school, parking facilities,
and special equipment.) Students will read critically
and present to the class both orally and in writing at
the end of each unit of study. These units will be
comprised of the novels, essays, short stories, drama,
art and/or poetry of many cultures that co-exist in the
United States.
Multicultural Literature II – 160
0.5 Credit
Offered to grades 11-12
This course is an extension of Multicultural
Literature I for students who would further increase
their understanding of the multicultural nature of our
world.
Writing The Academic Essay – 149
0.5 Credit – Semester course
Offered to grades 11-12
Writing the Academic Essay is one of the most
difficult tasks facing high school and college students
today. This course will provide an overview of the
ten (10) essay types most frequently requested by
instructors. The course is based on the assumption
that writing is a practical art that can be learned by
studying basic patterns. Students will read model
essays and create essays of their own that reflect the
rhetorical patterns illustrated by the readings. These
include the descriptive, narrative, example,
classification and division, cause and effect, and
argument essay. Using The Norton Sampler as a text,
students will read model essays and practice writing.
Since the essays in this text reflect a multicultural
mixture, they will allow our students to experience
the world from many perspectives.
Public Speaking - 150
0.5 Credit
Offered to grades 11-12
This course is intended to provide students with
essential principles to understand and develop
successful public speaking skills for personal,
academic, and social competence. Students will
participate in a variety of activities which include
planning, researching, revising, and presenting
informative and persuasive speeches; peer and self-
evaluation; and active engagement with the listening
process. Through involvement with the readings,
lectures, class discussions, class exercises, and
presentations, students will be presented with
strategies to enhance their skills to become more
competent, confident speakers. Participation in this
class requires registering at Naugatuck Valley
Community College. Registration is free and could
result in earned college credit.
UCONN English ECE – 137
Honors
1 Credit
Offered to grades 11-12
This course is designed for students with a special
interest in literature and for those who have
demonstrated more than rudimentary writing skills.
These students are typically skilled readers of a
variety of literary genres. The concentration of
content in this course is the study of literature of
increasing complexity and analyzing such literature
in writing.
UCONN Early College Experience (ECE) provides
academically motivated students with the opportunity
to take university courses while in high school. These
challenging courses allow students to preview college
work, build confidence in their readiness for college,
and earn college credits that provide both an
academic and a financial head-start on a college
degree. UCONN ECE instructors are high school
teachers certified as adjunct professors by the
University. UCONN ECE faculty fosters independent
learning, creativity and critical thinking - all
important for success in college. To support rigorous
learning, University of Connecticut academic
resources, including library and online classroom
access, are available to all UCONN ECE students.
UCONN ECE students must successfully complete
the course with a grade of C or above in order to
receive University credit. UCONN credits are
transferable to many colleges and universities.
Students are charged a $25 per credit processing fee.
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Creative Writing – 138
Level 1
0.5 Credit
Offered to grades 11-12
This course focuses on writing as an art form. The
three major genres of creative writing featured are
poetry, short fiction, and nonfiction. The coursework
recognizes that creative endeavors flow from an
individual’s knowledge, experience, and cultural
background and will include the exploration,
development and expression of ideas through writing.
The student will learn where ideas come from, and
how ideas can be developed and transformed through
reading exemplar literature, exploration and critical
thinking. Students will participate in writing
workshops and will produce pieces that may be
published in the school literary magazine and/or
submitted to creative writing contests. It is essential
that student writers work in an atmosphere that
inspires confidence, knowing that they can take risks
without fear of criticism or ridicule. This is a course
for the mature student who wishes to explore the art
and form of creative writing.
The following English electives are only offered during school years which start during an odd numbered
year. (2013, 2015, 2017)
AP Literature and Composition - 146
1 Credit
Recommended to grade 11-12 students who meet the following criteria:
1. Subject teacher recommendation.
2. The final decision of acceptance into the course will be made by the classroom teacher.
This course prepares students to take the Advanced Placement English Literature and Composition exam. Prospective students
should realize, however, that every college and university has its
own idiosyncratic reaction to granting college credit.
This course is designed for students with a special interest in
literature, and for those who have demonstrated considerably more than rudimentary analytical writing skills. Essentially, what we
will be about here - in discussions, conferences, readings, and
writings - is the exploration of the multiple levels of discourse.
Early British Literature – 151, 152
Level 1, Level 2
0.5 Credit Offered to grades 11-12
This course provides a study of selected early major works in British Literature and their relationship to the present-day.
Students will be encouraged to search for essential ideas which
connect their lives with the past lives of warriors, villains, knights, leaders, thinkers, and reformers as they struggle in the battle
between good and evil. Focus will continue on the development of
analytical and interpretative skills and of effective writing skills.
Modern British Literature – 153, 154
Level 1, Level 2 0.5 Credit
Offered to grade 11-12
This course provides a study of selected British writers from the
nineteenth century to the present. Students will approach the
readings not only as individual works of art to be read creatively and enjoyed imaginatively and intellectually, but also as
representatives of major cultural movements of the past two
hundred years in the English-speaking world. Focus will continue on the development of literary analytical and interpretative skills
and effective writing skills.
The following English electives are only offered during school years which start during an even numbered
year. (2012, 2014, 2016)
AP Language and Composition – 136
1 Credit
Recommended to grade 11-12 students who meet the
following criteria:
1. Subject teacher recommendation.
2. The final decision of acceptance into the course will
be made by the classroom teacher.
This course prepares students to take the Advanced
Placement English Language and Composition exam.
Prospective students should realize, however, that
every college and university has its own idiosyncratic
reaction to granting college credit.
The AP Language and Composition course trains
students to become skilled readers and writers in
diverse genres and modes of composition. As stated
the Advanced Placement Course Description for the
English exams, the AP Language and Composition
course’s purpose is “to enable students to read
complex texts with understanding and to write prose
of sufficient richness and complexity to communicate
effectively with mature readers.” These skills will
allow the student to read critically and write
effectively in different modes in the college
classroom and beyond. The main text for the course
is The Bedford Reader as well as various American
novels both fiction and non-fiction. Students should
be prepared to write essays on a weekly basis.
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Early American Literature – 155, 156 Level 1, Level 2
0.5 Credit Offered to grades 11-12
This course surveys American authors and the
historical development of literature in America.
Coursework illustrates how the events in history and
the cultural heritage of the times influenced the work
of authors. The ability to analyze literary works is
stressed. This course is highly recommended for
students whose intention is to pursue a higher
education. Topics include Puritanism, Romanticism,
Transcendentalism, Realism, and Naturalism.
Modern American Literature – 157, 158
Level 1, Level 2
0.5 Credit
Offered to grades 11-12
This course emphasizes the novel as the dominant
modern American literary art form, as a social
document and a portrait of time and place. Students
will read and analyze the modern novel. Students will
write literary analysis on a regular basis. Required
reading will include but is not limited to the works of:
Mark Twain, Kate Chopin, Charlotte Perkins Gilman,
Earnest Gaines, F Scott Fitzgerald, John Steinbeck,
Ernest Hemingway, Truman Capote, Stephen King,
Jodi Picoult, Sue Monk-Kidd and Tim O’Brien
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SOCIAL STUDIES DEPARTMENT
Mission Statement
The purpose of Social Studies is to help young people recognize their roles as participants in a democratic society.
By acquiring knowledge, developing skills and examining values, Seymour High School students will begin to
understand themselves as individuals, family members, consumers, responsible citizens, and life-long learners in a
diverse society.
Most social studies courses require regular internet use. Students who choose any of these courses must be
prepared to use the school library to access the internet regularly. Because of this, internet use forms must be
turned in within the first week of school for all students, additionally EDLINE accounts must be activated with e-
mail enabled for both students and parents.
Civilization and Change – 210
1 Credit
Required of all grade 9 students
This is a survey course that will help students
understand the accomplishments and contributions of
past civilizations. It traces the development of
political ideas and thought, art, history, cultural and
scientific achievements of human civilization from
prehistoric time to the Renaissance Man’s actions,
past and present, which have helped him formulate
ideas within the total framework of civilization are
also studied.
United States History – 221, 222, 225
1 Credit
Required of all grade 10 students
Students will study the development of the United
States from 1877 to present time. The class will
provide an in depth study of major eras in the growth
of America including: the Western Frontier,
Industrialization and the Gilded Age, Urbanization
and Progressivism, America on the World Stage, the
Boom to Bust, World War II, the Cold War, and
Years of Turmoil to Current Times. The goal of this
study is to develop an understanding of our shared
history, and how the past shapes our nation today.
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AP United States History – 226
1 Credit
Offered to grades 10-11-12
This course prepares students to take the Advanced
Placement US History exam. Prospective students
should realize, however, that every college and
university has its own idiosyncratic reaction to
granting college credit. Throughout the course,
students will explore the history of the United States
from Pre-Colombian time to the modern era.
This course takes an accelerated approach and is
designed to provide students with the opportunity to
be successful on the AP exam. The student is
expected to assume responsibility for independent
research and study. The goal is to create a college
level class.
American Government – 250, 251, 252
0.5 Credit – Semester Course
Graduation requirement open to 11th
and 12th
grade
students who have not taken AP US/Comparative
Government and Politics.
In this course, students will apply knowledge of the
United States Constitution, how the U.S. system of
government works and how the rule of law and the
value of liberty and equality have an impact on
individual, local, state and national decisions. In
addition, students will demonstrate knowledge of the
rights and responsibilities of citizens to participate in
and shape public policy, and contribute to the
maintenance of our democratic way of life.
Social Studies Electives
AP US/Comparative Government and Politics – 247 (This
course will be offered during the 2013-14 school year)
1.0 Credit Offered to grades 11-12
Meets 11th grade American Government requirement
The students in this yearlong, college level class will prepare
students to take two AP exams: United States Government and
Comparative Government and Politics. The class is designed to develop an understanding of the world’s diverse political structures
and practices using the following six nations: Great Britain,
Russia, China, Mexico, Iran, and Nigeria. The class will also cover an in depth study of American government and politics that
satisfies the state of Connecticut’s civics requirement. Students
should be willing to make a commitment to the rigors of a college level class.
This course takes an accelerated approach and is designed to
provide students with the opportunity to be successful on the AP exam. The student will be expected to assume responsibility for
independent research and study. The goal is to create a college
level classroom experience.
Criminal Law – 228
0.5 Credit – Semester Course
Offered to grades 11-12
In the course Criminal Law, students will develop a
basic understanding of American jurisprudence.
Topics covered will include an introduction to law
and the legal system, law-making, citizen advocacy,
the court system, crime in America and due process.
Current Issues – 242
0.5 Credit – Semester Course
Offered to grades 11-12
Meets the grade 12 Health requirement
Daily newspapers, periodicals and other media are
used in an effort to give historical perspective to
"current issues" under discussion. Reading the daily
newspapers and oral discussion of articles are part of
the class work.
AP European History - 249
1.0 Credit
Offered to grades 10 -11-12
This course introduces students to European history
since 1450 and evaluates the cultural, economic,
political and social developments that have shaped
the world to this day. Students will develop an
understanding of some principal themes in modern
European history, an ability to analyze historical
evidence and historical interpretation and an ability to
express historical understanding in writing (The
College Board). Students should be willing to make a
commitment to the rigors of a college level class.
This course takes an accelerated approach and is
designed to provide students with the opportunity to
be successful on the AP exam. The student is
expected to assume responsibility for independent
research and study. The goal is to create a college
level classroom experience.
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Geography – 238
0.5 Credit
Offered to grades 10-11-12
This course will give the student the opportunity to
discover answers to questions about the world around
them. In this course, we will explore processes that
shape the Earth, the relationships between people and
their environment, and the links between people and
places. Students will have an opportunity to interpret
maps and study locations to enhance map skills.
Additionally, the course will emphasize elements of
culture around the world so that students may realize
and appreciate the similarities and differences among
various people. The course is designed to help
students gain a greater knowledge, understanding and
acceptance of people from different cultures.
Psychology Perspectives – 240
0.5 Credit – Semester Course
Offered to grades 11-12
Meets the grade 12 Health requirement
This course is intended to give students on
understanding of human behavior and mental
processes. Students will study the current
perspectives in Psychology and discuss how
Psychology uses science to determine the truth
regarding human behavior and mental processes.
Independent research and projects will be required.
Psychology - Special Topics in – 244 0.5 Credit – Semester Course
Offered to grades 11-12
Meets the grade 12 Health requirement
This course will provide students with an in depth
discussion of specific topics in Psychology. This
class will focus on Personality, Development,
disorders and Social Psychology. Independent
research and projects will be required. These topics
will be connected through the nature-nurture debate.
Psychology AP – 245 1 Credit
Open to grade 11 and 12 students with teacher
recommendation.
Meets the grade 12 Health requirement
This course prepares students to take the Advanced
Placement English Psychology exam. Prospective
students should realize, however, that every college
and university has its own idiosyncratic reaction to
granting college credit.
This course takes an accelerated approach and is
designed to provide students with the opportunity to
be successful on the AP exam. The student will be
expected to assume responsibility for independent
research and study. The goal is to create a college
level classroom experience.
Sociology – 248
0.5 Credit – Semester Course
Offered to grades 11-12
Meets the grade 12 Health requirement
Sociology studies the various components of modern
society. Students are introduced to sociological
terms and concepts that will assist them in better
understanding man and his culture. Topics covered
include crime, social class, population trends, drug
and alcohol addiction, old age, mental health,
juvenile delinquency, and the family.
The Vietnam War - 287
0.5 Credit
Offered to grades 11-12
The primary objective is to offer students an
additional opportunity to participate in an elective
course that allows students to delve into a turbulent
period in this country’s history and understanding
this conflict from all sides involved
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WORLD LANGUAGE DEPARTMENT
Mission Statement
The mission of the World Language Department at Seymour High School is to prepare each student to become a
lifelong learner in a multicultural society. Upon completion of their World Language studies, students will listen,
speak, read and write proficiently in at least one language other than English, and will have explored the culture(s)
of that language.
French I – 310
1 Credit
Offered to grades 9-10-11-12
French I is an introduction to the French language
and cultures. The "Raison D’Etre" of this course is to
teach the student to understand and speak French, and
as the year progresses, to read and write the language.
In this course, a study is made of some of the
geographical and cultural aspects of France and other
French-speaking countries.
French II – 320
1 Credit
Prerequisite: A passing grade in French I.
The second year of French presents the student with
the challenge of more extensive conversation with
emphasis on the idiomatic expressions needed to
sustain an adequate level of fluency for simple
conversation. The students will work to build
vocabulary, strengthen concepts of grammar, and
become familiar with the highlights of French
culture, history and the country itself.
French III – 330
1 Credit
Prerequisites: A passing grade in French II.
The first half of the program in French III is devoted
primarily to the further study of the more complex
structures of French grammar. In addition, a
perspective of France, its people and culture is
presented in some depth. In the second half of the
program, reading in French literature past and present
constitutes a substantial percentage of class activity.
Written expression in the form of composition and
themes further increases the student's knowledge of
grammar and strengthens his vocabulary.
French IV – 340
1 Credit
Prerequisites: A passing grade in French III.
French IV continues to emphasize the development
of speaking and listening skills and places heavy
emphasis on vocabulary building through reading.
Short literary works as well as readings about French
culture are included. Further emphasis is placed on
composition skills.
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Spanish I – 311
1 Credit
Offered to grades 9-10-11-12
The chief aims of Spanish I are to develop an ability
to understand the spoken language and to be able to
reply in clear, simple Spanish. Reading
comprehension is developed by means of short
stories, anecdotes, and descriptive paragraphs. Some
composition in Spanish is required. To make the
student aware of Spanish heritage in our culture,
historical and cultural materials on Spain and Latin
America are presented.
Spanish II – 321
1 Credit
Prerequisite: A passing grade in Spanish I.
In Spanish II, the grammar of the language is
reviewed and continued. The emphasis in this course
begins to shift from aural comprehension and
conversation to the development of greater reading
comprehension and free composition; more attention
is given to the attainment of vocabulary skills. The
study of Hispanic civilization continues.
Spanish III – 331
1 Credit
Prerequisite: A passing grade in Spanish II.
Emphasis is placed on verbal conversation, with oral
and written reports in Spanish. The writing phase of
language learning is given more prominence. At this
level, readings from Spanish literature and articles on
Spanish civilization give greater depth to the
students’ understanding of Spanish culture.
Spanish IV – 341
1 Credit
Prerequisite: A passing grade in Spanish III.
In Spanish IV, the stress shifts to Spanish
composition, to more sophisticated vocabulary and
idiomatic usage, and the reading of more modern
literary works. Studies on Hispanic culture will focus
on the history of Spain and Latin America.
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STEM ACADEMY
This academy is comprised of the Science, Math and Technology Education departments.
Completion of the minimum requirements for this academy will satisfy the following learning
expectations 1.a 1.d, 2.a, 2.c, 3.b
TECHNOLOGY DEPARTMENT
Mission Statement
Technology education at Seymour High School centers on three skilled and technical areas: communications,
manufacturing and transportation. In each of these areas, Seymour High School feels it is necessary to provide
students with the knowledge and fundamental technological skills that are used in today’s workplace.
Alternative Energies I - 716
0.5 Credit
Offered to grades 10-11-12
This is an integrated elective course that provides
students opportunities to study, comprehend, and
apply concepts related to energy, its various
resources, its consumption, and its effect on the
Earth’s systems. This course provides a
comprehensive overview of renewable energies,
including solar energy, wind power, hydropower, fuel
cells, biomass, and alternative transportation options.
Participation in this class requires registering at
Naugatuck Valley Community College. Registration
is free and could result in earned college credit.
Alternative Energies II - 717
0.5 Credit
Offered to grades 10-11-12
Prerequisite: Alternative Energies I
Students will be taught the principles of solar home
design, solar hot water, pool and space heating and
solar cooling for both new and existing construction.
Students will learn how to assess the viability of wind
power, hydropower or biomass systems for a given
site. Students will also learn about the impact of
government regulations on the use of renewable
energies. Students will analyze these renewable
energy systems and will calculate savings, backup
energy needs, financing options, and economic
analyses. The student will investigate the potentials
of renewable energy technologies to help solve
environmental and economic problems within
society. Participation in this class requires
registering at Naugatuck Valley Community College.
Registration is free and could result in earned college
credit.
Architectural Design I – 723
1 Credit
Offered to grades 10-11-12
Prerequisite: A grade of 70 or better in Computer
Aided Drafting & Design I or Construction Systems
I.
Students of Architectural Design I will design their
own 3200-5000 square foot home. Throughout the
course of the year, students will develop a detailed
set of plans for their home’s construction using
Computer Aided Design techniques. Each student
will also build a scaled model from the designed
plans.
Architectural Design II – 724
1 Credit
Offered to grades 11-12
Prerequisite: A grade of 70 or better in Architectural
Design I.
In Architectural Design II, students will work in
groups and design a commercial structure (i.e.,
restaurant, school building, and athletic complex).
Throughout the course of the year, students will
develop a set of plans for the commercial structure,
as well as build a scaled model from the plans that
were drawn.
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Intro to Construction Systems – 730
1 Credit
Offered to grades 9-10-11-12
Introduction to Construction Systems offers students
an opportunity to explore and develop concepts of
construction. The primary aim is to acquaint the
learner with as many types of wood, processes and
concepts as time permits. Safe working habits and
safety are stressed. The student is acquainted with
hand tools, power tools, shop equipment,
construction processes (individual and mass
production), and planning and project development.
Construction Systems – 735
1 Credit
Offered to grades 10-11-12
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Intro to
Construction Systems.
Construction Systems I offers an opportunity for
students to explore and develop concepts in
residential, commercial and non-building
construction systems. The goal is to acquaint the
learner with basic knowledge of various construction
systems and their impact on our culture and
environment by means of theory, laboratory and
research activities.
Computer Aided Drafting & Design I – 720 1 Credit
Offered to grades 9-10-11-12
Computer Aided Drafting & Design I develops a
person’s understanding of the language of lines,
letters, and shapes as they are used to convey ideas in
Technology Education as a technical science found in
today’s modern industry. The areas learned include:
pictorial drawing (i.e., single view, orthographic
projections, and isometrics) as applied to mechanical
drafting with emphasis given to individual student
needs. This course provides ½ year board emphasis
and ½ year Computer Aided Drafting (C.A.D.)
emphasis, building a common basis for all further
Technology Education Courses.
Computer Aided Drafting & Design II – 721 1 Credit
Offered to grades 10-11-12
Prerequisite: A grade of 70 or better in CAD I.
Computer Aided Drafting & Design II expands on
the student knowledge in Auto Cad (2000) or the
present version. Advanced pictorial drawings,
auxiliary views, sectioning views, isometrics views,
3D modeling, 3D rendering and shading techniques
will be used as advanced computer aided assessment
tools.
Energy Efficiency and Conservation Methods -
718
0.5 Credit
Offered to grades 10-11-12
The student will identify and explain all of the energy
efficiency/ conservation methods available for energy
use reduction. Energy consuming facilities, both
domestic and commercial, will be analyzed by the
students for energy efficiency opportunities. The
student will calculate energy savings and
environmental impacts for most energy efficiency
methods in order to identify and assess energy
conservation opportunities. In addition, the student
will demonstrate the appropriate usage of energy
monitoring and measuring equipment commonly
used by energy specialists and energy auditors.
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MATH DEPARTMENT
Mission Statement
Graduates of Seymour High School will apply proficiently a range of numerical, algebraic, geometric and statistical
concepts and skills to formulate, analyze, solve and facilitate inquiry and the exploration of real-world problems.
Such proficiency will also support continued study and appreciation of mathematics as a discipline.
Algebra I – 413, 414 1 Credit
Open to grade 9 students
Algebra I introduces the student to functions, with an
emphasis on linear equations and slope. Students
learn to solve multi-step equations using the
properties of algebra. Basic functions of the graphing
calculator are taught. Preparation for the CAPT is an
important part of Algebra I. Graphing with two
variables, basic statistics, and proportional reasoning
are covered. Students solve real life problems with
algebraic techniques.
Geometry – 421, 423, 425
1 Credit
Offered to grades 9-10-11-12
Prerequisite: Completion of Algebra I
425 - Is open to recommended students who meet the
Honors course criteria.
The study of geometry helps students to visualize
both plane and space figures while acquiring
geometric facts. Through the study of
inductive/deductive reasoning and indirect proofs
students will develop their logical reasoning skills.
Algebra skills are reviewed and strengthened
throughout the course through the application of
geometric concepts. Geometry enables students to
appreciate the practical applications of geometry and
its connection to the real world. It also is designed to
prepare students for success in future mathematics
and scientific courses.
Algebra II – 430, 437, 426
1 Credit
Offered to grades 10-11-12
Prerequisite: Completion of Algebra I and Geometry
426 - Is open to recommended students who meet the
Honors course criteria.
Algebra II continues the study of functions. Students
learn operations with functions, graphing of different
types of functions and equations, operations with
exponents, matrices, and complex numbers. Advance
features of the graphing calculator are incorporated
into the curriculum as well as real life problem
solving and applications of Algebra II in various
fields such as engineering and other sciences.
Participation in this class requires registering at
Naugatuck Valley Community College. Registration
is free and could result in earned college credit.
Intermediate Math - 408
1 Credit
Offered to grades 10-12
This is an integrated course which will provide
exposure to both Algebra and Geometry prior to
taking the CAPT test. A variety of assessments will
enable the students to use math skills in a variety of
“real life” situations.
Advanced Math - 434
1 Credit
Offered to grades 11-12
Prerequisite: Completion of Algebra II
Advanced Math is available to students who have
completed Algebra II and who require additional
coverage of higher level math concepts. Basic
Trigonometry and reinforcement of Algebra II will be
covered. This course will allow students to explore
different phases of advanced mathematics not
available in Algebra II. Students will explore levels
of probability, trigonometry and discrete
mathematics. This course is not open to students
who have passed Pre-Calculus.
Pre-Calculus – 431, 435
1 Credit
Offered to grades 11-12
Prerequisite: A grade of 75 or better in Algebra II
This course is designed to provide a strong
foundation of pre-calculus concepts, techniques, and
applications to prepare students for more advanced
work. It places appropriate emphasis on discrete
mathematics and data analysis as the mathematical
framework for many important contemporary
applications. Units covered include functions,
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graphs, and applications, trigonometry, discrete
mathematics, data analysis and introduction to
calculus.
Calculus - 448
1 Credit
Offered to grade 12
Open to recommended students who completed Pre-
Calculus with a grade of B or better
This course covers limit theory, differentiation and
integration of algebraic and transcendental functions,
as well as their applications. This course is intended
for students who want to earn the important concepts
and skills of calculus. The pace of this course is
geared to those students not intending to take the AP
exam. Evaluation of student performance is based
upon tests, quizzes, and homework. Projects,
presentations, and authentic written work are
incorporated into the evaluation of student
performance.
Calculus –Honors/AP/UCONN – 445 1 Credit
Offered to grade 12
Open to recommended students
Calculus consists of a review of formulas and graphs
(from algebra, geometry, and trigonometry), slopes of
functions and limits, derivatives, continuity,
maximum and minimum points, and rules of
differentiation. Students then study applications,
integration, vectors, parametric equations,
transcendental functions, and infinite series.
Calculus is a necessary course for those students
interested in further studies in the sciences. Students
who complete this course who have participated in
the UCONN cooperative will be eligible to receive
transferable UCONN college credit and or the
students have the opportunity to take the College
Boards Advanced Placement Exam for college credit.
Probability & Statistics – AP/UCONN – 442 1 Credit
Offered to grade 12
Open to recommended students
Students will see how probabilities may be
interpreted and how they may be used to make
choices, which promise to be profitable or desirable.
Permutations, combinations, Pascal's productive
pattern, conditional probability and distribution and
multinomial probability will all be studied in depth.
Students will deal with the collection, analysis
interpretation and presentation of masses of
numerical data. The following will be stressed:
averages, variability, confidence intervals for means,
differences between and among several means,
correlations and comparing frequency distributions.
Students who complete this course who have
participated in the UCONN cooperative will be
eligible to receive transferable UCONN college
credit and or the students have the opportunity to take
the College Boards Advanced Placement Exam for
college credit.
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SCIENCE DEPARTMENT
Mission Statement
Our Mission at Seymour High School is to prepare each student to become a lifelong learner who is capable of
applying scientific concepts and processes in order to become informed, responsible individuals in a changing
technological society.
General Science – 501, 502, 505, 511, 512, 515
1 Credit
Open to grade 9 students
General Science Honors is open to recommended 9th
grade students who meet the Honors course criteria.
This course is an introductory survey of physical
science that will prepare the student for further study
in science. The course examines forces and motion,
properties of matter, electricity and magnetism, and
the nature of energy and energy transformation.
Students will also explore topics in the earth and
space sciences, such as astronomy, geology, and
meteorology as they relate to the principals of
physical science examined during the year.
Laboratory activities and problem solving are
important aspects of the course, and students will be
expected to design and conduct at least two
independent investigations during the year.
Biology – 521, 522, 525
1 Credit
Required of all grade 10 students
Biology Honors is open to recommended 9th
and 10th
grade students who meet the Honors course criteria.
The study of biology provides an understanding of
fundamental biological concepts. The course
includes a survey of the biochemical processes of the
cell, microorganism, plants, animals and man. The
interrelationships of living things and their
environmental adaptations should bring about a
clearer comprehension of the significance of life and
its importance in human welfare.
Biology – AP/UCONN – 590 (This course will run during the
2013-14 school year)
1 Credit
Open to recommended students
Prerequisite: Successful completion of one year of Biology, one year of Chemistry, and teacher recommendation.
The course's topics include cellular and molecular biology, enzymes, energy transformations, photosynthesis, respiration,
ecological, evolutionary and ethological biology. Biology is a
laboratory science. A summer reading assignment is a required part of this course. Students who complete this course who have
participated in the UCONN cooperative will be eligible to receive
transferable UCONN college credit and or the students have the
opportunity to take the College Boards Advanced Placement Exam
for college credit.
Chemistry – 530, 531, 535
1 Credit
Offered to grades 10-11-12
Prerequisite:
530 - For students who have not taken Algebra I or
received a grade lower than 75
531 - Successful completion of Algebra I (75 or
better) and Biology (75 or better).
535 - Successful completion of Algebra I (75 or
better) and Biology (85 or better), and be
recommended by a faculty member.
This is a laboratory science program that involves the
study of matter, energy, atomic structure, bonding,
chemical reactions and other related topics. One
extra period of laboratory time is scheduled each
week for conducting experiments. Students will read
scientific texts, solve word problems and write
laboratory reports.
AP Chemistry – 536
1 Credit
Offered to grades 11-12
Prerequisite: Biology, one year of Chemistry, one
year of Physics or taking concurrently, and teacher
recommendation.
This course prepares students to take the Advanced
Placement Chemistry exam. Prospective students
should realize, however, that every college and
university has its own idiosyncratic reaction to
granting college credit.
The course’s topics include atomic theory and atomic
structure, chemical bonding, nuclear chemistry,
gases, liquids and solids, solutions, reaction types,
stoichiometry, equilibrium, kinetics,
thermodynamics, and organic chemistry. AP
Chemistry differs qualitatively from the usual high
school course in chemistry with respect to the kind of
textbook used, the topics covered, the emphasis on
chemical calculations and the mathematical
formulation of principles, and the kind of laboratory
work done by students. With this being said, some
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institutions ask to see a record of the laboratory work
done by an AP student before making a decision
about granting credit. Students who complete this
course have the opportunity to take the Advanced
Placement Exam for college credit.
Anatomy and Physiology – 546
1 Credit
Offered to grade 12
Prerequisite: A grade of 75 or better in Biology and
Chemistry
Meets the grade 12 Health requirement
This course will deal with both the function and
structure of the human body. The ten systems of the
body will be covered in detail. The goal of the
course will be to acquaint the student with the human
body and prepare them for a career in a health related
field. Students who enroll in this elective course will
be required to participate in animal dissections.
Physics – 540, 541, 545
1 Credit
Offered to grades 11-12
Prerequisite:
540 - For students who have not taken Algebra I or
received a grade lower than 70
541 - Successful completion of Algebra I with a
grade of 70 or better
545 - Successful completion of Algebra II, and be
recommended by a faculty member.
This is a college preparatory science program that
integrates a conceptual approach to the study of
physics with extensive qualitative and quantitative
problem solving. Topics of study include: forces and
motion,
vectors, energy, sound, light waves, electricity and
magnetism. Students will participate in
demonstrations, lab activities and projects with an
emphasis on the use of technology to solve
problems. This course is recommended for all
students planning a career in science, construction,
engineering, or medical related fields.
AP Environmental Science – 549
1 Credit
Offered to grades 11-12
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Biology,
Chemistry, and Algebra I with teacher
recommendation
Students will examine how the Earth’s biochemical
systems work and how humans affect these systems.
The interdisciplinary nature of environmental science
will be emphasized throughout the course. Basic
scientific principals and mathematical relationships
will be used to analyze the nature of environmental
problems, their causes, and potential solutions, as
well as the socioeconomic impacts to human societies
resulting from decision-making regarding the
environment.
Students taking this course will be able to receive AP
credit from the College Board upon demonstration of
proficiency on the AP Environmental Science exam.
However, students should realize that individual
colleges have their own requirements regarding
conferring college credit for AP courses.
Environmental Science – 537, 547
1 Credit
Offered to grades 11-12
Prerequisite:
537 – Grades less than 75 in two prior science
courses
547 – Grades greater than 75 in two prior science
courses
Environmental Science is an applied science that
studies how humans interact with the environment.
The course is broken down into two major parts:
ecology, and the human impact on the environment.
Students will examine issues related to resource
depletion, pollution, and biodiversity. Students will
have opportunities to conduct laboratory and interest
based investigation. Participation in this class
requires registering at Naugatuck Valley Community
College. Registration is free and could result in
earned college credit.
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OTHER COURSE OFFERINGS
Virtual High School
Seymour High School is a participating member of the Virtual High School Global Consortium.
Through this program students are able to access a wide variety of courses not available at
Seymour High School. The program is taught by Certified Teachers on a 15 week course
schedule.
Through participation in this program, students will interact with other students from around the
world, work independently, and earn additional credits. The successful VHS student should be
self motivated, able to learn independently, be computer literate, possess effective written
communication skills, and be willing to make a personal commitment to completing the course
work.
Program Guidelines
Courses offered at SHS cannot be taken with VHS.
Only one ½ credit course can be taken per semester, or one credit course per year.
Students must carry 5 SHS credits in addition to VHS credit.
Course grade will be included for class rank.
Course will be listed on transcript.
Application Process
Acceptance into this program will be based on the completion of the VHS Application, two
teacher recommendations, and course availability. In the event of numerous course requests,
students will be chosen by lottery.
For a listing of courses please access the VHS website through the school’s website under
Student Resources.
Freshman Seminar – 100
0.5 Credit
Required for all 9th
grade students
This course focuses on the student learner and will provide freshman students direct instruction
in skills that are critical for student achievement. Students will learn and practice effective note
taking strategies, effective study skills, and the personal skills necessary for successful
collaborative work. Students will learn and practice critical reading, writing and thinking
through the study of cross-curricular materials. A research based project will culminate the class.
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Work Study Program
.25-3 Credits: can be earned dependent upon hours worked.
Prerequisite: Career Life Skills or taking concurrently and recommendation by School Counselor
Offered to grades 11 – 12.
Special Education Department
The Special Education Department organizes and provides services to meet the needs of special
education students. The Planning and Placement Team (PPT) makes recommendations of
programs and classes for the student based on his or her emotional, academic, or physical needs.
In addition the team determines individualized goals for each student. Special Education
students are assigned a case manager who acts as a liaison with the student and the student’s
teachers, facilitates the Planning and Placement Team meetings, and performs other duties to
ensure implementation of the student’s program.
One course that may be recommended for an identified student is a period of Resource. In
Resource the student can work on the goals that were determined by the PPT as well as other
materials. Students are expected to work hard in this course as it is designed to help the student
be successful. The course is a Pass/Fail course, and credit is awarded on a semester basis.
Extended School Year Services (ESY) is made on an individual basis based on the needs of a
student who receives special education services. The type of service, amount of service and
duration of the ESY program for eligible children is determined by the needs of each individual
child who is eligible for ESY services. During a student’s annual review both regression and
non-regression criteria should be reviewed to determine a child’s eligibility for services,
discussions regarding a child’s eligibility for ESY and what that program would entail.
If there are any questions about our special education program please feel free to contact the high
school.
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