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Fulton Independent School

2014-2015

Fulton City High School Course Description Manual grades 9-12

Principal: Donna Garland

Counselor: Mindy Rose

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Table of Contents Contents ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 2

Senior Graduation Policy ............................................................................................................................................................. 3

Class Rank ................................................................................................................................................................................... 3

Honor Graduates .......................................................................................................................................................................... 3

Promotion Requirements ............................................................................................................................................................. 3

Course Selection .......................................................................................................................................................................... 3

9th

Grade .................................................................................................................................................................................. 3 10

th Grade ................................................................................................................................................................................ 4

11th

Grade ................................................................................................................................................................................ 5 12

th Grade ................................................................................................................................................................................ 6

Science Department ..................................................................................................................................................................... 7

Arts & Humanities Department ................................................................................................................................................... 8

Business Department ................................................................................................................................................................... 9

Mathematics Department ........................................................................................................................................................... 10

Social Studies Department ......................................................................................................................................................... 13

Health and Physical Department ................................................................................................................................................ 14

English Department ................................................................................................................................................................... 15

Foreign Language Department .................................................................................................................................................. 17

Miscellaneous Courses .............................................................................................................................................................. 18

Vocational School ...................................................................................................................................................................... 18

4-Year Plan ................................................................................................................................................................................ 20

Pre-College Curriculum ............................................................................................................................................................. 22

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Senior Graduation Policy

Students must meet course requirements established by the Kentucky Department of Education and the

Fulton Independent Board of Education. Any questions about graduation requirements should be

directed to the student’s guidance counselor. Students graduating must have a minimum of 22 credits for

a general diploma and 24 credits for a Mastery Diploma.

Class Rank

Class Rank for graduation purposes will be determined at the end of the third (3rd

) nine weeks

Honor Graduates

Honor graduates will be ranked by GPA regardless of diploma track and must have a 3.5 GPA.

Promotion Requirements

FRESHMAN CLASS Successful Completion of Grade 8

SOPHOMORE CLASS COMPLETED 5 CREDITS

JUNIOR CLASS COMPLETED 10 CREDITS

SENIOR CLASS COMPLETED 15CREDITS

GRADUATE COMPLETED 22 CREDITS

Credit requirements for students transferring to Fulton City High School during or after their freshmen

year will be dealt with on an individual basis. However, these students must meet the minimum state

requirements for graduation as applicable at that time.

Course Selection 9th Grade

Required Courses

1. English I/Honors English I

2. Algebra I/Honors Algebra 1

3. Earth, Space, & Physical Science (ESP)/Honors ESP

4. US Government/Honors US Government

5. Physical Education/Health

6. Elective

7. Elective

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Possible Electives Offered for 9th

Grade Students

Course Number Course Name 701 Spanish I

6040 Chorus

5616 Computer Applications

2640 Business Math

2641 Business Principles

10th Grade

Required Courses

1. English II/Honors English II

2. Geometry/Honors Geometry/Algebra 2/Honors Algebra 2

3. Biology/Honors Biology

4. World History/Honors World History

5. History of Visual & Performing Arts (HVPA)*

6. Elective

7. Elective

*Successful completion of Chorus can substitute for HVPA

Possible Electives Offered for 10th

Grade Students

Course Number Course Name 702 Spanish II (prerequisite of Spanish I)

6040 Chorus


2646 Business Law

2644 Business Management

2610 Accounting

505 Fitness Management

503 Advanced PE

1000 Yearbook

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11th Grade

Required Courses

1. English III/Honors English III

2. US History/Honors US History

3. Algebra 2/Honors Algebra 2, or Pre-Calculus

4. Chemistry/Honors Chemistry

5. Elective

6. Elective

7. Elective

Electives Offered for 11th

Grade Students

Course Number Course Name 6040 Chorus

705 Spanish III (Prerequisite Spanish II)

2646 Business Law


2610 Accounting


503 Advanced PE

1000 Yearbook

117060122P201 Accounting/Finance Foundations

117110101P201 Computer Hardware & Software

117110110P101 Introduction to Computers

117110801P301 Web Page Development

117170111P101 Principles of Health Science

117170131P301 Medical Terminology

117170141P301 CPR for Healthcare Professionals

117170631P201 Medical Nurse Aid

117460210P101 Introduction to Carpentry Lab

117460212P201 Floor and Wall Framing

117460224P201 Floor and Wall Framing Lab

117460219P301 Exterior and Interior Finish

117460228P301 Exterior and Interior Finish Lab

117470507P101 Auto Maintenance & Light Repair – A

117470509P201 Auto Maintenance & Light Repair – B

117470511P301 Auto Maintenance & Light Repair – C

117470911P201 Applied Machining – I

117470912P201 Applied Machining – II

117470913P101 Fundamentals of Machine Tool A

117470914P301 Fundamentals of Machine Tool B

117470979P201 Special Problems II

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12th Grade

Required Courses

1. English IV or Honors English IV

2. College Prep Math (below 19 ACT)/Pre-Calculus/Calculus/Dual Credit Math

3. Elective

4. Elective

5. Elective

6. Elective

7. Elective

Electives Offered for 12th

Grade Students

Course Number Course Name 6040 Chorus

707 Spanish IV (Prerequisite Spanish III)

2646 Business Law


2610 Accounting


503 Advanced PE

1000 Yearbook

117060122P201 Accounting/Finance Foundations

117110101P201 Computer Hardware & Software

117110110P101 Introduction to Computers

117110801P301 Web Page Development

117170111P101 Principles of Health Science

117170131P301 Medical Terminology

117170141P301 CPR for Healthcare Professionals

117170631P201 Medical Nurse Aid

117460210P101 Introduction to Carpentry Lab

117460212P201 Floor and Wall Framing

117460224P201 Floor and Wall Framing Lab

117460219P301 Exterior and Interior Finish

117460228P301 Exterior and Interior Finish Lab

117470507P101 Auto Maintenance & Light Repair – A

117470509P201 Auto Maintenance & Light Repair – B

117470511P301 Auto Maintenance & Light Repair – C

117470911P201 Applied Machining – I

117470912P201 Applied Machining – II

117470913P101 Fundamentals of Machine Tool A

117470914P301 Fundamentals of Machine Tool B

117470979P201 Special Problems II

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Science Department

Course Number Course Name

301/310 Earth, Space & Physical Science/Honors ESP

303/304 Biology/Honors Biology

305/314 Chemistry/Honors Chemistry

361 Forensics

Earth, Space, & Physical Science 301 Grade Level: 9

Prerequisite: None

Credit: 1

Course Description: This course serves as an introduction which integrates the basic concepts of chemistry and physics.

Students learn how the physical and chemical properties of matter can be explained and predicted in terms of atomic and

molecular structures and forces. They also learn how balanced and unbalanced forces influence the behavior of objects. This

course provides the basic foundation for further study of chemistry or physics at a greater level of complexity than would be

provided by an introductory physical science course. Earth and space science is incorporated.

Honors ESP Grade Level: 9

Prerequisite: Supportive Test Scores for Honors Classification

Credit: 1

310 Course Description: This course allows students to attain all the concepts contained in the description for Earth/Space

Science, with the opportunity provided for students to progress ahead of the non-honors course.

Biology 303 Grade Level: 10

Prerequisite: ESP

Credit: 1

Course Description: Students develop a conceptual understanding of life science, as outlined in Kentucky’s Program of

Studies, through the use of scientific inquiry. They experience life science concepts such as the cellular organization,

molecular basis of heredity, biological change, interdependence of organisms matter, energy and organization in living

systems and behavior of organisms. A scientific inquiry approach uses concrete, hands-on experiences that require students to

apply critical-thinking skills. It is suggested that the physical science course be taken before life science.

Honors Biology 304 Grade Level: 10

Prerequisite: ESP AND Supportive Test Scores for Honors Classification

Credit: 1

Course Description: This course allows students to attain all the concepts contained in the description for Biology, with the

opportunity provided for students to progress ahead of the non-honors course.

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Chemistry I 305 Grade Level: 11

Prerequisite: Biology, ESP, Algebra I

Credit: 1

Course Description: This course focuses on problem solving techniques; bonding; equilibrium; equations. Students develop a

conceptual understanding of chemistry content, included in the Program of Studies, through the use of scientific inquiry.

Honors Chemistry 314 Grade Level: 11

Prerequisite: Biology, ESP, Algebra I AND Supportive Test Scores for Honors Classification

Credit: 1

This course allows students to attain all the concepts contained in the description for Chemistry, with the opportunity

provided for students to progress ahead of the non-honors course.

Forensics 361 Grade Level: 12

Prerequisite: Chemistry, Biology, ESP

Credit: 1

Course Description: This course is a problem-based inquiry course dealing with Forensic sciences. Topics include analysis of

physical evidence, principles of serology and DNA analysis, ballistic, fingerprint analysis, and forensic databases.

Arts & Humanities Department

Course Number Course Name

6040 Chorus

6041 Theory of Music

601 History of Visual & Performing Arts

History of Visual & Performing Arts (HVPA) 601 Grade Level: 10 Prerequisite: None

Credit: 1

Description: Students in HVPA will be exposed to a variety of arts though active experiences in music, art, theatre and dance.

Students will develop an understanding and appreciation of the historical and cultural significance of each art form through

performing, creating, and responding to various works of art.

Chorus I, II, & III 6040 Grade Level: 9-12

Prerequisite: None

Credit: 1

Description: A full year course designed to provide an atmosphere for the enjoyment, appreciation and performance of choral music. The

instruction and improvement of voice quality, intonation, ability to read music, ability to sight-sing (using solfege), and the overall

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development of musicianship is stressed in conjunction with the learning of each piece of music. Course covers the structures, humanities,

purposes, processes, and interrelationships of the arts as they apply to music. This course meets the requirements for graduation from high

school.

Theory of Music 6041 Grade Level: 9-12

Prerequisite: None

Credit: 1

Description: Courses in Music Theory teach an understanding of the fundamentals of music and include one or more of the following

topics music notation, composition, arrangement, analysis, aural development, sight reading Music Theory courses may or may not require

previous musical experience. Course covers the structures, humanities, purposes, processes, and interrelationships of the arts as they apply

to music.

Business Department Course Number Course Name

5616 Computer Applications

2640 Business Math



2610 Accounting & Finance

2646 Business Law

Computer Applications 5616 Grade Level: 9

Prerequisite: None

Credit: 1

Course Description: Students will use a computer and application software including word processing, presentation,

database, spreadsheets, internet, and email to prepare elementary documents and reports. The impact of computers on society

and ethical issues are presented.

Business Math 2640 Grade Level: 9-12

Prerequisite: None

Credit: 1

Course Description: This course enables the student to explore mathematical content for personal, business, and industrial

use. Math concepts and skills are applied through study and problem-solving activities in real-world situations in the

following areas: banking, measurement, borrowing and investing, consumer purchases, and financial management.

Business Principles 2641 Grade Level: 9-10

Prerequisite: None

Credit: 1

Course Description: This course establishes basic foundations for further study in business and marketing courses and

provides essential information for making financial and economic decisions. Students learn about the fundamentals of the

American free enterprise system and world economies; application of sound money management for personal and family

finances; credit management; consumer rights and responsibilities; forms of business ownership; risk and insurance; and the

importance of international trade.

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Business Management 2644 Grade Level: 11-12

Prerequisite: Computer Applications

Credit: 1

Course Description: This course emphasizes the skills needed for managing a business that involves the selection and

supervision of employees including efficient use of time, personnel, facilities, and financial resources. Students will explore

forms of business ownership; typical business organizational structure; product or service promotion in business; effective

communications; human relations skills required in dealing with employees; and effective management strategies used in

personnel, finance, production, marketing, and information processing. Leadership development will be provided through

FBLA/DECA.

Accounting & Finance 2610 Grade Level: 10-12

Prerequisite: None

Credit: 1

Course Description: This course will provide an introduction to both areas of accounting and finance. Topics will include

banking, credit, financial literacy, career exploration, spreadsheet usage, and technical writing. The accounting principles

taught in this course are based on a double entry system and include preparing bank reconciliations, payroll taxes, and

financial statements. Detailed career exploration in the various fields of accounting will be available. Technical writing will

be provided through IPAC business plan curriculum and exploration of case studies.

Business Law 2646 Grade Level: 10-12

Prerequisite: None

Credit: 1

Course Description: This course develops an understanding of legal rights and responsibilities in personal law and business

law with applications applied to everyday roles as consumers, citizens, and workers. The student will have an understanding

of the American legal system, courts/court procedures, criminal justice system, torts, the civil justice system, oral and written

contracts, sales contracts and warranties, and consumer protection. Legal terminology is emphasized.

Mathematics Department Course Number Course Name

201 Algebra I

217 Honors Algebra I

202 Geometry

203 Honors Geometry

209 Algebra II

219 Honors Algebra II

225 College Math Prep

215 Pre-Calculus

216 Calculus

Algebra I 201 Grade Level: 9

Prerequisite: None

Credit: 1

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Course Description: The main goal of this course is to provide students with a thorough and extensive study of linear and

quadratic functions and graphing on the xy-coordinate system. By the end of this course, students will have all the knowledge

necessary to solve and graph equations and inequalities. They will also be able to apply this knowledge to other areas of

math, such as word problems, ratios and proportions.

The course starts off with a quick review of basic algebraic concepts, such as variables, order of operations, exponents and

problem solving skills. They will gain a thorough introduction to functions, the basis of all of algebra and higher

mathematics, such as calculus. Students will learn how to solve linear equations, including multistep equations, equations

with multiple variables and equations involving decimals, as well as write a linear equation based on the graph of a line. The

Algebra 1 course also gives the students a thorough introduction of functions and quadratic equations. They will learn all the

operations associated with the two, such as factoring and graphing.

The skills learned in this course will help the student through school work, and will provide a thorough algebraic background

to help prepare for all standardized testing, including the PLAN, ACT, and Quality Core Algebra 2 EOC.

(TI-82, 83 or 84 Graphing Calculator is a necessary tool.)

Honors Algebra I 217 Grade Level: 9


Credit: 1

Course Description: This course allows students to attain all the concepts contained in the description for Algebra I, with the


Geometry 202 Grade Level: 10 Prerequisite: Algebra I

Credit: 1

Course Description: This course is designed to emphasize the study of the properties and applications of common geometric

figures in two and three dimensions. It includes the study of transformations and right triangle trigonometry. Inductive and

deductive thinking skills are used in problem solving situations, and applications to the real world are stressed. It also

emphasizes writing proofs to solve (prove) properties of geometric figures. The skills learned in this course will help the

student through school work, and will provide a thorough algebraic background to help prepare for all standardized testing,

including the PLAN, ACT, and Quality Core Algebra 2 EOC. (TI-82, 83 or 84 Graphing Calculator is a necessary tool.)

Honors Geometry 203 Grade Level: 10 Prerequisite: Algebra I & Supportive Test Scores for Honors Classification

Credit: 1

Course Description: This course allows students to attain all the concepts contained in the description for Geometry, with the

opportunity provided for students to progress ahead of the non-honors course. (TI-82, 83 or 84 Graphing Calculator is a

necessary tool.)

Algebra II 209 Grade Level: 11

Prerequisite: Algebra I & Geometry

Credit: 1

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Course Description: This course is designed to build on algebraic and geometric concepts. It develops advanced algebra

skills such as systems of equations, advanced polynomials, imaginary and complex numbers, quadratics, and concepts and

includes the study of trigonometric functions. It also introduces matrices and their properties. The skills learned in this

course will help the student through school work, and will provide a thorough algebraic background to help prepare for all

standardized testing, including the ACT and Quality Core Algebra 2 EOC.


Honors Algebra II 219 Grade Level: 10-11

Prerequisite: Algebra I & Geometry & Supportive Test Scores for Honors Classification

Credit: 1

Course Description: This course allows students to attain all the concepts contained in the description for Algebra II, with the

opportunity provided for students to progress ahead of the non-honors course. (TI-82, 83 or 84 Graphing Calculator is a

necessary tool.)

College Prep Math 225 Grade Level: 12

Prerequisite: Algebra I, Geometry, & Algebra II

Credit: 1

Course Description: This course is for students who need additional time and support to complete the high school

mathematics Program of Studies for graduation requirements or who may not have attained the benchmark ACT score in

mathematics. It addresses statements from the High School Mathematics Program of Studies, with a strong emphasis on real

world connections and/or connections with other disciplines of study. This course could serve as a mathematics elective for

high school graduation, but not as one of the 3 required math courses for high school graduation (Algebra 1, Geometry or

Algebra 2) (TI-82, 83 or 84 Graphing Calculator is a necessary tool.)

Pre-Calculus 215 Grade Level: 12

Prerequisite: Algebra I, Geometry, & Algebra II

Credit: 1

Course Description: Pre-Calculus is a college prep course, meaning that the level of mathematics is advanced, reaching the

college level by the end of the year. This is a challenging course which requires discipline and dedication. Not to worry,

with hard work and determination, you will reach the Calculus level and be well prepared for the next step!

This course is designed for students to attain the concepts necessary to be successful in a Calculus course, an AP Calculus

course or a College Calculus course. (TI-82, 83 or 84 Graphing Calculator is a necessary tool.)

Calculus 216 Grade Level: 12

Prerequisite: Pre-Calculus

Credit: 1

Course Description: This course is designed to address all the concepts normally covered in differential and integral calculus.


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Social Studies Department Course Number Course Name

401 U.S. Government

410 Honors U.S. Government

407 World History

415 Honors World History

412 United States History

406 Honors United States History

U.S. Government 401 Grade Level: 9

Prerequisite: None

Credit: 1

Course description: Government is designed as a course which heavily emphasizes the creation of our government, the role

that citizens play in a civil society, and how the government at different levels operates. The course will also examine the

relationship of the economy with the American society. Aspects of United States geography will also be discussed. This is a

required course for graduation.

Honors U.S. Government 410 Grade Level: 9


Credit: 1

Course description: This course allows students to attain all the concepts contained in the description for U.S. Government,

with the opportunity provided for students to progress ahead of the non-honors course.

World History 407 Grade Level: 10

Prerequisite: None

Credit: 1

Course Description: This course is designed to study the developments of the major Civilizations, Western, and Non-

Western, from 1500 to the present. The cultural achievements of these civilizations are studies in their historical context.

Major themes include the Renaissance, Absolutism, Imperialism, the Russian Revolution, World Wars I and II, and the Cold

War. This is a required course for graduation.

World History 415 Grade Level: 10


Credit: 1

Course Description: This course allows students to attain all the concepts contained in the description for World History, with

the opportunity provided for students to progress ahead of the non-honors course.

United States History 412 Grade Level: 11

Prerequisite: None

Credit: 1

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Course Description: US History traces the nation’s development from colonization to the modern day. It is designed to meet

the demands for a general understanding of American history. Major political, diplomatic, economic, social, intellectual, and

cultural developments will be considered throughout the course.

Honors United States History 406 Grade Level: 11

Prerequisite: None

Credit: 1

Course Description: This course allows students to attain all the concepts contained in the description for U.S. History, with


Health and Physical Department Course Number Course Name

501 Health/Physical Education

503 Advanced Physical Education


Health/Physical Education 501 Grade Level: 9

Prerequisite: None

Credit: ½

Course Description: Students in Physical Education/Health will learn a variety of physical, team, and social skills that will ensure a

lifetime of Wellness. This course is divided into two semesters. The first semester is Physical Education and the second semester is Health

Education. Students will learn the history, rules, and physical impacts each activity has on them. Using Teamwork, cooperative learning,

peer leading, and social interaction are key components in an athletic setting

Advanced Physical Education 503 Grade Level: 10-12

Prerequisite: Health/PE

Credit: 1

Course Description: Students in Advanced PE will be exposed to a variety of games, skills, and activities focusing on

complete physical fitness. Students will learn the history, rules, and physical impacts each activity has on them. Using

teamwork, cooperative learning, peer leading, and social interaction are key components in an athletic setting. Students

participating in this course should already have a background in Freshman PE.

Fitness Management 505 Grade Level: 10-12

Prerequisite: Health/PE

Credit: 1

Course Description: Students in Fitness Management will be exposed to a variety of games, skills, and activities focusing on

complete physical fitness. Students will learn the history, rules, and physical impacts each activity has on them. Using

teamwork, cooperative learning, peer leading, and social interaction are key components in an athletic setting. Students

participating in this course should already have a background in Freshman PE. This course will also offer a classroom based

instruction that will relate real-life applications that deal directly to the students overall health and wellness.

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English Department Course Number Course Name

101 English I

110 Honors English I

103 English II

112 Honors English II

105 English III

114 Honors English III

104 English IV

116 Honors English IV

English I 101 Grade Level: 9

Prerequisite: None

Credit: 1

Course Description: This course involves a careful journey through the Kentucky Core Academic Standards for 9th

Grade

Language Arts. Topics and skills include (but are not limited to) reading and analyzing various types of literature and non-

fiction, writing informative and expository pieces, writing narrative pieces, and writing argumentative pieces. In addition,

speaking and listening skills will be covered, as well as an in depth study of grammar and writing mechanics. Students must

pass this course in order to graduate.

Honors English I 110 Grade Level: 9


Credit: 1

Course Description: This course allows students to attain all the concepts contained in the description for English I, with the


English II 103 Grade Level: 10

Prerequisite: English I

Credit: 1

Course Description: This course involves a careful journey through the Kentucky Core Academic Standards for 10th

Grade

Language Arts. Topics and skills include (but are not limited to) reading and analyzing various types of literature and non-

fiction, writing informative and expository pieces, writing narrative pieces, and writing argumentative pieces. In addition,

speaking and listening skills will be covered, as well as an in depth study of grammar and writing mechanics. Students must

pass this course in order to graduate.

Honors English II 112 Grade Level: 10

Prerequisite: English I & Supportive Test Scores for Honors Classification

Credit: 1

Course Description: This course allows students to attain all the concepts contained in the description for English II, with


English III 105 Grade Level: 11

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Prerequisite: English II

Credit: 1

Course Description: The course is designed to present a wide range of reading experiences with print and non-print materials

that have literary, informational, persuasive, and practical purposes. The course also requires students to use the writing

process and criteria for effective writing to demonstrate their abilities to write in a variety of forms and for multiple audiences

and purposes. Students use writing-to-learn and writing-to-demonstrate-learning strategies to make sense of their reading and

thinking experiences. Speaking, listening, and observing skills are used to communicate information for a variety of

authentic purposes. In addition, students continue to integrate inquiry skills and technology to communicate ideas. Please

remember that this is an honors course; students will be held to higher standards.

Honors English III 114 Grade Level: 11 Prerequisite: English II

Credit: 1

Course Description: The course is designed to present a wide range of reading experiences with print and non-print materials

that have literary, informational, persuasive, and practical purposes. The course also requires students to use the writing

process and criteria for effective writing to demonstrate their abilities to write in a variety of forms and for multiple audiences

and purposes. Students use writing-to-learn and writing-to-demonstrate-learning strategies to make sense of their reading and

thinking experiences. Speaking, listening, and observing skills are used to communicate information for a variety of

authentic purposes. In addition, students continue to integrate inquiry skills and technology to communicate ideas. Please

remember that this is an honors course; students will be held to higher standards.

English IV 104 Grade Level: 12

Prerequisite: English III (see description)

Credit: 1

Course Description: Course Required for Graduation. This class is designed to help students improve their writing processes,

to improve students’ critical thinking skills, to increase the organizational effectiveness of the students’ writing, and to

develop students’ awareness of the importance of context in writing. The Students study a wide range of materials, from

imaginative literature to contemporary nonfiction (essays, speeches, editorials, articles, and letters). Students write

expository, analytical, argumentative essays to respond to texts studied. In addition, students learn to summarize, paraphrase,

synthesize, and properly document information from various sources which culminates in a final argumentative research

paper. Students will become more sophisticated in their own writings through manipulation of language, sentence structure,

and organizational patterns.

Honors English IV/ENG 101/ENG 102 116 Grade Level: 12 Prerequisite: English III & ACT scores: English – 18 AND Reading – 20 OR COMPASS Scores: Writing: 74

AND Reading: 85 OR KYOTE Reading : 20 AND English score on one of above

Credit: 1

Course Description: Allows students to attain all of the concepts of English IV but at a faster pace. Focuses on academic

writing. Provides instruction in drafting and revising essays that express ideas in Standard English, including reading

critically, thinking logically, responding to texts, addressing specific audiences, researching and documenting sources.

Includes review of grammar, mechanics and usage, Notes: (a) credit not available by special examination; (b) English 101

and 102 may not be taken concurrently; (c) AP credit in the English Language and Composition category for ENG 101

awarded as indicated by AP scoring chart in current KCTCS catalog.

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Foreign Language Department Course Number Course Name

701 Spanish I

703 Spanish II

705 Spanish III

707 Spanish IV

Spanish I 701 Grade Level: 9

Prerequisite: None

Credit: 1

Course Description: Spanish I begins as an introduction to the Spanish language and quickly evolves into a conversational

Spanish course. Students are required to participate in the course by spending part of each class period speaking with

classmates completely in Spanish. Students will learn the language through speaking, listening, reading, and writing

activities. These skills will be practiced through classroom work, computer activities, and through participating in an intense

CD rom program. This is a challenging course which requires discipline and hard work; however, the benefits are soon

realized as students find themselves becoming bilingual.

Spanish II 703 Grade Level: 10

Prerequisite: Spanish I

Credit: 1

Course Description: Reinforces and builds on listening, speaking, reading and writing language skills within a cultural

context.

Spanish III 705 Grade Level: 11

Prerequisite: Spanish II

Credit: 1

Course Description: Spanish II is a continuation of Spanish I. Students are required to participate in the course by spending a

large part of each class period speaking with classmates and making presentations to the class completely in Spanish.

Students will learn the language through speaking, listening, reading, and writing activities. These skills will be practiced

through classroom work, computer activities, and through participating in an intense student audio program. This is a

challenging course which requires discipline and hard work; however, the benefits are soon realized as students find

themselves becoming bilingual.

Spanish IV 707 Grade Level: 12

Prerequisite: Spanish III

Credit: 1

Course Description: Develops integrated language skills with greater emphasis on content.

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Miscellaneous Courses Course Number Course Name

1000 Yearbook

Yearbook I, II, & III 1000 Grade Level: 11-12

Prerequisite: None

Credit: 1

Course description: This yearbook class is the closest high school experience a student will have to running a business.

Students will acquire valuable experience in marketing and digital print media. Our most important assessment is the

development and sale of our finished product, our yearbook.

Vocational School (Vocational courses can be taken for dual credit) Course Name

Machine Tool Technology

Information Technology

Health Science

Carpentry

Automotive Technology

Business Management

Machine Tool Technology Grade Level: 11-12 Prerequisite: None

Credit: 2-3

Course Description: The mission of this program is to provide training in proper operation of machine tools standard to the

trade such as the engine lathe, milling machine, band saw, surface grinder, drill press, etc. Instruction is given in machine

drafting, AutoCAD, computerized machining, Master Cam, layout work, bench work, heat treating, trigonometry and

geometry. Upon finishing this course the student may go directly into the machine tool vocation, build upon his/her education

at a KCTCS or enter a university and pursue a degree in engineering.

Information Technology Grade Level: 11-12 Prerequisite: None

Credit: 2-3

Course Description: The Information Technology program provides the concepts and skills needed to diagnose and repair

personal computers and design, set-up, maintain, and expand web pages and web sites. The program is designed to prepare

students to take industry recognized certification exams. Employment opportunities include entry-level positions in computer

repair and web page design.

Health Science Grade Level: 11-12 Prerequisite: None

Credit: 3

Course Description: The Health Sciences program provides the secondary student with orientation, exploration, and

preparation for the health care industry. Courses are sequenced to provide continuous student progress toward achievement of

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a certificate. The program is designed for students who desire entry-level training and /or plan to enroll in a post-secondary

program in one of many occupational areas in the health field.

Carpentry Grade Level: 11-12

Prerequisite: None

Credit: 3

Course Description: The mission of this program is to provide instruction in Carpentry skills and knowledge to secure

employment in the carpentry trade or enter an apprenticeship program. Instruction in the proper use of tools, building layout,

form building, framing, rafter and joist construction, interior and exterior walls, installation of doors and windows, flooring,

trim and paneling and finishing is included. Each year the class builds a house that is donated to the community.

Automotive Technology Grade Level: 11-12 Prerequisite: None

Credit: 3

Course Description: Instruction in systems such as engines, fuel, on-board computers, transmissions, steering, suspension and

brakes is the basis of this program. Knowledge of the various systems is used to develop skills in troubleshooting, performing

preventive maintenance, servicing and repairing automobiles.

Office Technology/Business Grade Level: 11-12 Prerequisite: None

Credit: 3

Course Description: The Office Technology program provides training in preparing business documents, transcribing data,

managing records, handling communications, scheduling, handling financial transactions, operating a variety of business

equipment, ordering, and supervising other personnel. A wide range of computer equipment and software may be used in

performing these tasks.

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4-Year Plan

(Math sequence: Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2, 4th Math)

Grade 9: Mastery Diploma Grade 9: General Diploma

Honors English 1 English 1

Honors Algebra 1 Algebra 1

Honors ESP ESP

U.S. Government U.S. Government

Health/PE Health/PE

Spanish 1 Elective

Elective Elective



Honors Geometry Geometry

Honors Biology Biology

Honors World History World History

HVPA (Could be Chorus) HVPA (Could be Chorus)

Spanish 2 Elective

Elective (Could be Honors Algebra 2) Elective

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Honors Algebra 2 (or Pre-Calc if taken

Sophomore Year)

Algebra 2

Honors Chemistry 1 Chemistry 1

Honors U.S. History U.S. History

Elective (Could be Spanish 3 or ATC) Elective (Could be ATC)

Elective (Could ber ATC) Elective (Could be ATC)

Elective (ATC) Elective (Could be ATC)


Honors English 4 (Could be Dual Credit) English 4

College Algebra/Pre-Calc/Calc College Prep Math

Dual credit course if not already taken Elective (Could be ATC)

Elective (Could be Spanish 4 or ATC) Elective (Could be ATC)

Elective (Could be ATC) Elective (Could be ATC)

Elective (Could be ATC) Elective

Elective (Could be ATC) Elective

*Students must complete a minimum of 3 elective credits in one career pathway. Two of those credits must be complete by

the end of the junior year.

*Students must reach College and/or Career readiness benchmarks in order to receive the Mastery Diploma.

*Only students in the Mastery Diploma tract will be eligible for Valedictorian, Salutatorian, and Honors Night Speaker

rankings.

*Must have completed an ILP every year from grade 6-12 while in a KY school.

*All seniors must complete a total of 20 community service hours their senior year.

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Pre-College Curriculum

English/Language Arts

4 credits (English 1, English 2, English 3, and English 4)

Mathematics

3 credits required (Algebra 1, Algebra 2, and Geometry); Kentucky requires students to

take 4 years of math

Science

3 credits required to include life science, physical science, and earth/space science (at

least one lab course) (Biology, Earth Space Science, and Chemistry)

Social Studies

3 credits required from U.S. History, Economics, Government, World Geography, and

World Civilization (U.S. Government, World History, and U.S. History)

Health

½ credit required

Physical Education

½ credit required

History and Appreciation of Visual, Performing Arts

1 credit required (Arts & Humanities)

Foreign Language

2 credits required in one language or demonstrated competency

Electives

7 credits required (5 rigorous)

* A wide variety of elective dual credit courses are offered from WKCTC and Murray

State University. Students pursuing the Mastery Diploma are expected to take dual credit

courses toward their intended career pathway and /or general education requirements.

Benchmark scores are required.

Please note that if you are not pursuing a Mastery Diploma but DO plan to go to

college, you will need to take 2 years of one Foreign Language.

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