Keota Jr. High &

High School

Course Description

Handbook

2016-2017

(revised 3-29-16)

Graduation Requirements

Core Graduation Requirements (28 credits required):

ACADEMICS: 4 years of English – 8 credits total

English 9 – 1 year

English 10 – 1 year

Choose 1 Lit. Class: American Literature OR World Literature – 1 year

Choose 1 Class for 1st Sem: Practical English, College Prep, or Journalism

Choose 1 Class for 2nd Sem: Composition, Creative Writing, or Communications

3 years of Science – 6 credits total

Physical Science – 1 year

Biology – 1 year

Chemistry or Environmental Science – 1 year

3 years of Math – 6 credits total

Pre-Algebra* – 1 year

AND

Algebra 1B* - 1 year

Algebra 1 – 1 year

Geometry – 1 year

Core Elective – 1 year

3 years of Social Studies – 6 credits total

US History – 1 year

Government - 0.5 year

3 Core Electives – 1.5 years

Computer Course – 1 year – 2 credits total

Physical Education – required every year all year unless it does not fit into schedule or

an athletic waiver applies

Non-Core Elective Credit (20 credits required)

CPR Certification

Financial Literacy Program

Total Credits Required for Graduation – 48 credits All students will take required core credits for graduation at Keota High School. If a course does

not fit in a student’s schedule over four years of high school attendance, an exception may be

made and other courses could be accepted.

*Counselor and teacher signatures required

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AGRICULTURE AFNR 2 credits/yr. Ag Metals 1 credit/sem. Agri. Business & Marketing 1 credit/sem. Ag Construction 1 credit/sem. Ag Sr. Shop Projects (Senior projects) 1 credit/sem. Animal Science 2 credits/yr. Natural Resources (beginning 2017-2018) 1 credit/sem. Plant Science 2 credits/yr. Principals of Horticulture (concurrent enrollment) 1 credit/sem. Survey of the Animal Industry (concurrent enrollment) 1 credit/sem. 7th & 8th Gr. Explo. Agriculture Science 0.5 credits/sem.

BUSINESS Economics 1 credit/sem. Intro. to Accounting I (dual credit) 1 credit/sem. Intro. to Accounting II (dual credit) 1 credit/sem. Intro. to Business 1 credit/sem. Intro. to Entrepreneurship (dual credit) 1 credit/sem. Marketing 1 credit/sem. Personal Finance 1 credit/sem. Business Law (offered @ Mid-Prairie) 1 credit/qtr. Sports & Entertainment Marketing (offered @ Mid-Prairie) 1 credit/qtr.

COMPUTER (graduation requirement) 2 credits Business Computer Applications 2 credits/yr. Desktop Publishing (dual credit - offered @ Mid-Prairie) 1 credit/qtr. Fundamentals of Web Programming (dual credit – offered @ Mid-Prairie) 1 credit/qtr. PowerPoint Multimedia (dual credit – offered @ Mid-Prairie) 1 credit/qtr. 7th Exploratory Keyboarding 0.5 credits/sem. 8th Technology 0.5 credits/sem.

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FAMILY & CONSUMER SCIENCE Family Living 1 credit/sem. Foods & Nutrition I 1 credit/sem. Foods & Nutrition II 1 credit/sem. Intro to Family Consumer Science I & II 1 credit/sem. or 2 credits/yr. Parenting & Child Development 1 credit/sem. Textiles & Clothing I 1 credit/sem. Textiles & Clothing II 1 credit/sem. Exploratory FCS 7 0.5 credits/sem. Exploratory FCS 8 0.5 credits/sem. Fashion, Clothing & Design (offered @ Mid-Prairie) 1 credit/qtr. Housing & Interior Design (offered @ Mid-Prairie) 1 credit/qtr.

INDUSTRIAL ARTS (all courses offered at Mid-Prairie School District) Intro. to Manufacturing 1 credit/qtr. Mechanical Drafting - Level II 1 credit/qtr. Architectural Drafting - Level III 1 credit/qtr. CAD - Level III 1 credit/qtr. Fundamentals of Welding (dual credit) 1 credit/qtr. Advanced Welding 1 credit/qtr. Basic Woodworking – Level I 1 credit/qtr. Advanced Woodworking – Level II 1 credit/qtr. Small Gas Engine Repair/Service 1 credit/qtr.

FINE ARTS Ceramics 0.5. credit/sem. Painting (2017-2018) 0.5 credit/sem. Design 0.5 credit/sem. Printmaking (2017-2018) 0.5 credit/sem. Art I (3 days/wk) 1 credit/yr. Art History & Appreciation I (Pre-Historic – Renaissance) 0.5 credit/sem. Art History & Appreciation II (Renaissance – Modern) 0.5 credit/sem. Studio Workshop (3 days/wk) 1 credit/yr. Art Study (3 days/wk) 1 credit/yr. Exploratory Art 7 0.5 credits/sem. Exploratory Art 8 0.5 credits/sem.

FOREIGN LANGUAGE Spanish I 2 credits/yr. Spanish II 2 credits/yr. Spanish III 2 credits/yr. Spanish IV 2 credits/yr. Chinese I (offered @ Mid-Prairie) 2 credits/sem.

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ENGLISH/LANGUAGE ARTS (graduation requirement) 8 credits American Literature 2 credits/yr. British Literature (offered @ Mid-Prairie) 1 credits/sem. College Prep 1 credit/sem. Communications 1 credit/sem. Composition 1 credit/sem. Creative Writing 1 credit/sem. Creative Writing (offered @ Mid-Prairie) 1 credit/qtr. English 9 2 credits/yr. English 10 2 credits/yr. JH Reading (7 & 8) 2 credits/yr. Journalism I, II, III, IV 1 credit/sem. Language Arts 7 2 credits/yr. Language Arts 8 2 credits/yr. Practical English 1 credit/sem. World Literature 2 credits./yr.

MATHEMATICS (graduation requirement) 6 credits Algebra I 2 credits/yr. Algebra 1B 2 credits/yr. Algebra II 2 credits/yr. Calculus 2 credits/yr. Functions, Statistics & Trigonometry (FST) 2 credits/yr. Geometry 2 credits/yr. Pre-Algebra 2 credits/yr. Pre-Calculus 2 credits/yr. Math 7 2 credits/yr. Math 8 2 credits/yr.

INSTRUMENTAL/MUSIC DEPARTMENT Beginning Music History 0.5 credit/sem. Advanced Music History 0.5 credit/sem. Beginning Music Theory 0.5 credit/sem. Advanced Music Theory 0.5 credit/sem. Instrumental Music 0.5 credit/sem. Mixed Chorus 0.5 credit/sem. Music Appreciation (dual credit) 1 credit/sem. Music Theatre (dual credit) 1 credit/sem. Music Theory 1-6 (dual credit) 1 credit/sem. Gen. Music 7 0.5 credits/sem. Gen. Music 8 0.5 credits/sem. Jr. High Chorus 0.5 credits/sem. Jr. High Band 0.5 credits/sem.

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PHYSICAL EDUCATION Co-Ed Physical Education 0.5 credits/sem. JH Physical Education (7 & 8) 0.5 credits/sem. Personal Health 2 credits/yr. SCIENCE (graduation requirements) 6 credits Anatomy & Physiology (offered @ Mid-Prairie) 1 credit/qtr. Anatomy & Physiology ILO (blended learning) 2 credits/yr. Biology 2 credits/yr. Chemistry ILO (blended learning) 2 credits/yr. Chemistry (offered @ Mid-Prairie) 2 credits/sem. Electronics (offered @ Mid-Prairie) 1 credit/qtr. Environment Science 2 credits/yr. Physical Science 2 credits/yr. Physics ILO (blended learning) 2 credits/yr. *Science Fair 0.5 credit or 1 credit/yr. Life Science 7 2 credits/yr. Earth Science 8 2 credits/yr. *Counselor & teacher’s signature required

SOCIAL STUDIES (graduation requirement) 6 credits World Political Theory (Model UN) 1 credit/sem. U.S. History 2 credits/yr. U.S. Government 1 credit/sem. Recent U.S. History 2 credits/yr. World Geography 1 credit/sem. Sociology 1 credit/sem. Advanced Sociology 1 credit/sem. Psychology I 1 credit/sem. Psychology II 1 credit/sem. Current Events 1 credit/sem. Western Civilization 1 credit/sem. Civics (offered @ Mid-Prairie) 1 credit/qtr. Introduction to Law (offered @ Mid-Prairie) 1 credit/qtr. Social Studies 7 2 credits/yr. American History 8 2 credits/yr.

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CAREER EDUCATION Job Internship 2 credits/sem.

YEARBOOK Yearbook I 0.5 credit/sem. Yearbook II 0.5 credit/sem. Yearbook III 0.5 credit/sem. Yearbook IV 0.5 credit/sem.

ENRICHMENT COURSES Reading Strategies (High School) 2 credits/yr.

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ADVANCED PLACEMENT COURSES (Offered through Mid-Prairie High School)

(Offered 2nd Sem. only for 2 Credits) Advanced Placement Biology Advanced Placement Calculus Advanced Placement Chemistry Advanced Placement English: Literature & Composition Advanced Placement Psychology Advanced Placement History Advanced Placement Studio Art: 2-D Design Advanced Placement Studio Art: Drawing KEOKUK COUNTY CAREER ACADEMY (concurrent enrollment) Geospacial Technology (Gr. 11 & 12) Health Occupations (Gr. 11 & 12) Machine Technology (Gr. 11 & 12) Welding Technology (Gr. 11 & 12)

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WASHINGTON COUNTY REGIONAL CENTER (concurrent enrollment) Academies offered at the Washington Regional Center: Advanced Manufacturing Architecture & Construction Engineering Arts & Sciences I & II Companion AMCriminal Justice Emergency Medical Services Graphics & Media Communications Hotel Management Industrial Maintenance/Energy Information Technology Patient Care Project Lead the Way (PLTW) Transportation: Auto Tech (or) Collision CONCURRENT ENROLLMENT There are many online, concurrent enrollment course options available to students through Mid-Prairie School District, Indian Hills Community College, and Kirkwood Community College. Please see Mrs. Wolf for a list of available courses prior to the beginning of each term.

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It is the policy of the Keota Community School District not to illegally discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, creed, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or SES in its education programs or employment practices. The Keota Community School District is required by Title VI and VII of the 1964 Civil Rights Act, Title IX of the 1972 Education Amendments, and the Federal Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the regulations thereunder not to discriminate in such a manner. The curriculum content and instructional materials utilized by the Keota Community School District reflects the cultural and racial diversity present in the United States and the variety of careers, roles, and life styles open to women as well as men in our society.

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EDUCATIONAL PLAN NAME _______________________________________ GRADE: 9th FIRST SEMESTER COURSE CREDITS 1.___ Co-EdP.E._______________ ___0.5_ _ ____________________ 2.___ English 9_______________ ___1___ __ ________________ 3.___ Physical Science_________ ___1___ __ ________________ 4.___ Math-___________________ ___1___ __ ________________ 5.___ Bus. Comp. Apps _ ______________1___ ________________ 6. ______________________________________________________________ 7. ______________________________________________________________ 8. ______________________________________________________________ 9. ______________________________________________________________ 10. _____________________________________________________________

TOTAL SEMESTER HOURS ________ SECOND SEMESTER COURSE CREDITS ____ 1.___ Co-EdP.E._______________ ___0.5_ _ ____________________ 2.___ English 9_______________ ___1___ __ ________________ 3.___ Physical Science_________ ___1___ __ ________________ 4.___ Math-___________________ ___1___ __ ________________ 5.___ Bus. Comp. Apps _ ______________1___ ________________ 6. ______________________________________________________________ 7. ______________________________________________________________ 8. ______________________________________________________________ 9. ______________________________________________________________ 10. _____________________________________________________________ TOTAL SEMESTER HOURS ________ PARENTS SIGNATURE_______________________________________ The student should discuss this schedule with the counselor before final approval.

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EDUCATIONAL PLAN NAME _______________________________________ GRADE: 10th FIRST SEMESTER COURSE CREDITS 1.__ Co-EdP.E.__________________0.5_ _ __ __________ 2.__ English 10________________ __1_____ __________ _____ 3.__ U.S. History_________________ 1___ __ __________ 4.__ Math_____________________________________________ 5.__ Biology___________________________________________ 6.___________________________________________________ 7.___________________________________________________ 8.___________________________________________________ 9.___________________________________________________ 10.__________________________________________________ TOTAL SEMESTER HOURS ________ SECOND SEMESTER COURSE CREDITS 1.__ Co-EdP.E.__________________0.5_ _ __ __________ 2.__ English 10________________ _1_____ __________ _____ 3.__ U.S. History_________________1___ __ __________ 4.__ Math_____________________________________________ 5.__ Biology___________________________________________ 6.____________________________________________________ 7.____________________________________________________ 8.____________________________________________________ 9.____________________________________________________ 10.___________________________________________________ TOTAL SEMESTER HOURS ________ PARENTS SIGNATURE_______________________________________ The student should discuss this schedule with the counselor before final approval.

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EDUCATIONAL PLAN NAME _______________________________________ GRADE: 11th FIRST SEMESTER COURSE CREDITS __ 1._ Co-EdP.E.______________________0.5_ _ ____ ___ 2._ English Choice: ____ 1___ __ __ 3._ Math_____________________ _ 1_______________ 4._ Science______________ ______1_____________ _ 5._________________________________________________ 6._________________________________________________ 7._________________________________________________ 8._________________________________________________ 9._________________________________________________ 10.________________________________________________ TOTAL SEMESTER HOURS ________ SECOND SEMESTER COURSE CREDITS __ 1._ Co-EdP.E.______________________0.5_ _ ____ ___ 2._ English Choice: ____ 1___ __ __ 3._ Math_____________________ _ 1_______________ 4._ Science______________ ______1_____________ _ 5._________________________________________________ 6._________________________________________________ 7._________________________________________________ 8._________________________________________________ 9._________________________________________________ 10.________________________________________________ TOTAL SEMESTER HOURS ________ PARENTS SIGNATURE_______________________________________ The student should discuss this schedule with the counselor before final approval.

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EDUCATIONAL PLAN NAME _______________________________________ GRADE: 12th FIRST SEMESTER COURSE CREDITS _______ 1._ Co-EdP.E.________________________0.5_ _ __ __ 2._ English Choice: __ ____1___ __ __ 3.__U.S. Government____________ ______ 1_____________ 6._________________________________________________ 5._________________________________________________ 6._________________________________________________ 7._________________________________________________ 8._________________________________________________ 9._________________________________________________ 10.________________________________________________ TOTAL SEMESTER HOURS ________ SECOND SEMESTER COURSE CREDITS __ 1._ Co-EdP.E.________________________0.5_ _ __ __ 2._ English Choice: __________1___ __ __ 3._________________________________________________ 6._________________________________________________ 5._________________________________________________ 6._________________________________________________ 7._________________________________________________ 8._________________________________________________ 9._________________________________________________ 10.________________________________________________ TOTAL SEMESTER HOURS ________ PARENTS SIGNATURE_______________________________________ The student should discuss this schedule with the counselor before final approval.

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AGRICULTURE DEPARTMENT 1ST SEM. ONLY Ag Construction Grades 10-12 Elective 5 days/week 1st Semester Prereq. - none 1 credit Considerations: This class is a good sequence with AFNR. The students will learn the fundamentals of the construction trades. Then they will apply those skills to a project of their own. In Ag Construction students will learn skills that they will be able to use in the practical world. This class will introduce the student to the skills needed to plan and construct buildings used in agricultural settings. Topics that will be covered include: hand power tool safety and uses, pole frame and stud frame buildings and basic electrical wiring. Projects will be constructed depending on time allowed. Agri. Business & Marketing Grades 11-12 Elective 5 days/week 1st Semester Prereq.- none 1 credit

Considerations: This class is a good sequence with Plant Science or Animal Science.

This course is designed to be an introduction to agribusiness management in the free enterprise system with an emphasis on management of production agriculture. Instruction includes a study of basic management concepts, government policy, economic principles, budgeting, accounting, finance, risk management, and factors of production and marketing. Projects will involve discussion of current agricultural topics and developing a marketing plan for your own business. Survey of the Grades 11-12 Elective 5 days/week Animal Industry Prereq.- Animal 1 credit (Concurrent Enrollment - IHCC) Science 1st Semester This class is a concurrent college level class offered at Keota High School. This class is open to juniors and seniors that have an interest in learning more about livestock. This course discusses the integration of livestock in a sustainable farming system including small-scale production for niche markets. Topics include appropriate breed selection, nutrition, reproduction, diseases, processing, land management for hogs, poultry, cattle, sheep, and goats. Lab work required.

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Natural Resources Grades 10-12 Prereq. – None 5 days/week 1st or 2nd Semester 1 credit (Beginning 2017-2018 school yr.)

*This course is offered every other year and will not be offered until the Keota Ag Teacher has completed the CASE curriculum training.

Considerations: Plant Science is good sequence class to go with Natural

Resources. Students in this course will have a variety of experiences in the fields of natural

resources and ecology. Students will explore hands-on projects and activities while studying topics such as land use, water quality, stewardship, and environmental agencies. Study of the natural world including biomes, land, air, water, energy, use and care as well as a focus on issues surrounding man's interaction with the Earth will be addressed in this course. 2ND SEM. ONLY Ag Metals Grades 10-12 Elective 5 days/week 2nd Semester Prereq. - None 1 credit

Considerations: This class is a good sequence with AFNR. The students will learn the fundamentals of the welding and metal trades. Then they will apply those skills to create basic projects and detailed projects if time allows.

This course is designed to familiarize the students with basic theory and welding techniques. Students will learn safe metalworking practices when welding in the high school shop. Students will receive instruction in all related areas of the welding trades. They are introduced to project plans, welding symbols, and general cost. Students will learn to weld using ARC and MIG as well as cut with oxy-Acetylene gases and plasma cutting. Included in the course students will learn necessary communication skills to get and keep a job. Opportunities will be available for participation in FFA career development events using skills acquired in the course.

Ag Senior Shop Grade 12 Elective 5 days/week 2nd Semester Prereq. - Permission 1 credit from Instructor

Considerations: This class is a good sequence with Ag Construction and/or Ag Metals. The students will work individually on projects throughout the semester. Students will complete at least two projects one to be sold at the FFA banquet and one for themselves.

This course will allow students to use the knowledge they have learned in prior agriculture and industrial arts classes to conduct projects of their own choosing. Projects could include, but not limited to: woodworking and construction, electricity, welding or tractor and farm machinery repair and restoration.

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Principles of Horticulture Grades 11-12 Elective 5 days/week (Concurrent Enrollment – IHCC) Prereq. – Plant Sci. 1 credit 2nd Semester

Considerations: This is a concurrent college level class offered at Keota High School. This class is open to juniors and seniors that have an interest in learning more about plants and the horticultural industry.

This course will provide the students essential knowledge and skills necessary for a solid orientation in the Horticulture field. Areas of study include climate and plant growth, botanical nomenclature, anatomy, propagation, plant nutrition, and an introduction to the diverse career field involved with the horticulture industry.

Environmental Science/ Grades 10-12 Elective 5 days/week Natural Resource Science Prereq. – none 1 credit 2nd Semester This course will cover such topics as soils, wildlife – including urban wildlife, forestry – including urban forestry, range, watershed, fisheries production/biology/management. Students will also learn about using and managing our natural resources when hunting, fishing, and trapping – laws, regulations and types. The students will participate in class, labs, field labs, internships and projects such as maintaining the Eagle Trail and surrounding areas. 1 YEAR COURSE AFNR Grades 9-12 Elective 5 days/week 1 year course Prereq. - None 2 credits

Considerations: This class is for students who have not taken an Agricultural Class before. Students who have taken an Agricultural Education course before must get prior approval before taking this class.

The Introduction to Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources (AFNR) course is

the first course in the Curriculum for Agricultural Sciences (CASE) sequence of classes. Students will experience exciting “hands-on” activities, projects, and problems. Student experiences will involve the study of communication, the science of agriculture, plants, animals, natural resources, and agricultural mechanics. While surveying the opportunities available in agriculture and natural resources, students will learn to solve problems, conduct research, analyze data, work in teams, and take responsibility for their work, actions, and learning. The knowledge and skills students develop will be used in future courses within the CASE program.

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Animal Science Grades 10-12 Elective 5 days/week 1 year course Prereq. - AFNR 2 credits course preferred

This course is a foundation-level course designed to engage students in

hands-on laboratories and activities to explore the world of animal agriculture. Student experiences will involve the study of animal anatomy, physiology, behavior, nutrition, reproduction, health, selection, and marketing. Students will explore hands-on projects and activities to learn the characteristics of animal science and work on major projects and problems similar to those that animal science specialists, such as veterinarians, zoologists, livestock producers, and industry personnel face in their respective careers. Students will investigate, experiment, and learn about documenting a project, solving problems, and communicating their solutions to their peers and members of the professional community. Plant Science Grades 10-12 Elective 5 days/week 1 year course Prereq. - AFNR 2 credits course preferred

Plant Science is a foundation-level course that will teach students about the form and function of plant systems. Students are immersed in inquiry-based exercises

filled with activities, projects, and problems to teach them plant concepts through laboratory and practical experiences. Student experiences will include the study of plant anatomy and physiology, classification, and the fundamentals of production and harvesting. Students will learn how to apply scientific knowledge and skills to use plants effectively for agricultural and horticultural production. Students will discover the value of plant production and its impact on the individual, the local, and the global economy. Lessons throughout the course will provide an overview of the field of agricultural science with a foundation in plant science. These lessons include working in teams and exploring hands-on projects. Students will work on major projects and problems similar to those that plant science specialists, such as horticulturalists, agronomists, greenhouse and nursery managers, and plant research specialists face in their respective careers. Quarter Length Classes 7th & 8th Explo. Grades 7 & 8 Required 5 days/week Agriculture Science Prereq. – none 0.5 credits Q1 or Q2 – 8th Gr. Q3 or Q4 – 7th Gr. The goal of this course is to introduce students to the World and U.S. Agriculture. Students may explore animal science, plant science, ag careers, public speaking, leadership, ag shop projects and future enrollment in the FFA. The students 7th grade year will be more plant based driven and 8th grade year will be animal based. Each year the students will have the opportunity to construct a wood project in the shop towards the end of the quarter.

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General Business Program of Study

General Business Program of Study Keota High School Coursework

Business Computer Applications

Personal Finance

Introduction to Business Economics Marketing

2 Semesters 1 Semester 1 Semester 1 Semester 1 Semester

A student who successfully completes the above courses will have the basic skills that can lead to an Associates of Arts Degree at Indian Hills Community College in Business.

Upon successful completion of the General Business Program of Study at Keota High School, and further coursework at Indian Hills, students will have the necessary skills to pursue a variety of business occupations in the following fields:

Management Human Resources Finance

Sales Production Marketing

Upon earning an Associates of Arts Degree at Indian Hills, students may continue their studies at any 4 year college or university that has a business program. The student should choose to focus on one area of business which could lead to the following careers (not a comprehensive list):

Management Accounting Human Resources Marketing

Entrepreneur Accountant Human Resources

Manager Sales Manager

Operations Manager Accounts Receivable

Clerk Personnel Recruiter Market Researcher

Public Relations Manager Cost Accountant Training Manager Research and

Development Manager

Sports & Entertainment Manager

Treasurer Payroll Professional Advertising Sales Person

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BUSINESS/COMPUTER DEPARTMENT 1ST SEM. ONLY Personal Finance Grades 11-12 Elective 5 days/week 1st Sem. only Prereq.- none 1 credit Personal Finance is a course to prepare all students for the financial challenges they will face now and in the future. Students will learn about creating a financial plan and budget, investing money, using credit, buying insurance, banking options and being a smart consumer. Intro to Accounting I Grades 11-12 Elective 5 days/week (IHCC Dual Credit) Prereq. – none 1 credit 1st Sem. only This is a dual credit (high school and college) course offered through Indian Hills Community College. Students enrolled in this course will earn 2 credits from Indian Hills for the course ACC109. This class will explore how businesses keep track of their financial information. The student will learn and apply accounting principles and concepts to be able to record business transactions, create financial statements and complete the accounting cycle. This course is recommended for any student thinking of going into any type of business field. Economics Grades 11-12 Elective 5 days/week 1st Sem. only Prereq. – none 1 credit Economics is a course that will address how countries produce, distribute and consume goods and services. Concepts studied include how governments influence the economy, the role of money in an economy, scarcity and trade-offs and types of economic systems. This course is recommended for any student thinking of going into any type of business or social sciences field. 2ND SEM. ONLY Intro. to Business Grades 10-12 Elective 5 days/week 2nd Sem. only Prereq.-none 1 credit This class will introduce you to the world of business and help prepare you for the economic roles of consumer, worker, and citizen. You will learn about basic economics and then explore the various elements of business including marketing, management, human resources, finance and entrepreneurship. Recommended for any student interested in a business career or unsure of their future career.

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Intro. to Accounting II Grades 11-12 Elective 5 days/week (IHCC Dual Credit) Prereq. – Intro. to 1 credit 2nd Sem. only Accounting This is a dual credit (high school and college) course offered through Indian Hills Community College. Students enrolled in this course will earn 2 credits from Indian Hills for the course ACC110. This class will continue studying how businesses keep track of their financial information. Specific topics covered include employee payroll, retail sales and merchandise. This course is recommended for any student thinking of going into any type of business field.

Intro. to Entrepreneurship Grades 11-12 Elective 5 days/week (NIACC Dual Credit) Prereq. – none 1 credit 2nd Sem. only This is a dual credit (high school and college) course offered through North Iowa Area Community College (NIACC). Students enrolled in this course will earn 3 credits from NIACC for the course BUS130. This course introduces the concept of Entrepreneurship beginning with identifying characteristics of the Entrepreneur, evaluating opportunities, feasibility, financing, and planning for success. Students will also understand the need for a contingency plan as wee as an exit strategy. The main focus is on understanding core business concepts faced by entrepreneurs in the areas of small business accounting and finance, and marketing. Marketing Grades 11-12 Elective 5 days/week 2nd Sem. only Prereq. – none 1 credit Marketing is a course that will study how goods and services flow from businesses to the consumer. The four main topics the class will revolve around are distribution, price, promotion and sales. 1 YEAR COURSE Business Computer Grades 9 Required 5 days/week Applications 2 credits 1 year course A hands-on course that will teach the fundamentals of Microsoft Office and current technologies. Business Computer Applications will expose students to practical examples of the computer as a useful tool. Expanding the skills learned in Exploratory Keyboarding, students will create documents, worksheets, presentations, and simple databases that will be useful for school, work, and personal use. Programs studied will be Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access. Students will have the opportunity to earn their Microsoft Office Specialist Certification. Students will also design a webpage, learn to create and edit videos and edit pictures. Other topics may be introduced as new technologies emerge.

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7th Exploratory Grade 7 Required 5 days/week Keyboarding for a quarter 7th Exploratory Keyboarding will reinforce basic word processing skills as well as proper keyboarding techniques. Word processing skills will be expanded as we learn simple graphic design, tables, and how to format business documents. Spreadsheets (Excel) and presentation software (PowerPoint) will be introduced. 8th Technology Grade 8 Required 5 days/week for a quarter 8th Technology will reinforce word processing skills as well as proper keyboarding techniques. Word processing skills will be expanded as we learn graphic design and advanced formatting techniques. Spreadsheets (Excel) and presentation software (PowerPoint) will also be studied. Numerous other software applications will be introduced.

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The following classes are available at Mid-Prairie High School and

NOT offered at Keota for Grades 11 & 12. Business Law Grades 11& 12 Elective 5 days/week Prereq.- none 1 credit Desktop Publishing Grades 11 & 12 Elective 5 days/week Concurrent Course Prereq. – none 1 credit

Fundamentals of Web Grades 11 & 12 Elective 5 days/week Programming Prereq. – none 1 credit Concurrent Course PowerPoint Multimedia Grades 11 & 12 Elective 5 days/week Concurrent Course Prereq. – none 1 credit Sports & Entertainment Grades 11 & 12 Elective 5 days/week Marketing Prereq. – none 1 credit

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ENGLISH/LANGUAGE ARTS DEPARTMENT

SEMESTER COURSES College Prep Grade 12 Required 5 days/week 1st Sem. Course (Fall only) Prereq.- none 1 credit College Preparatory English is a semester-long course designed to nurturer college-bound students in meeting the academic requirements encountered in college-level courses. Instruction is provided in grammatical accuracy, mechanics, and vocabulary expected in formal compositions and research papers in college. While learning these skills, students will be involved in a variety of composition efforts, both informal and formal. Writing skills will stress organization and developmental support of topics selected by the student. Students will develop a senior portfolio in which they will explore careers matching their skills/interests, create a resume, complete a scholarship application, and write several scholarship essays. Students will leave this course equipped with the tools they need to begin applying for colleges and scholarships. Practical English Grade 12 Required 5 days/week 1st Sem. Course (Fall only) Prereq. – none 1 credit Practical English stresses the reading and writing that students, as future adults, will do in everyday life. Reading activities will revolve around business literature, bills, advertisements, directions, warranties, etc. Writing activities include letters of application, resumes, memos, cover letters, etc. Other activities include interviewing practice, insurance basics, etc. Journalism I, II, III, or IV Grades 10-12 Elective 5 days/week 1st or 2nd Sem. course Prereq. – none 1 credit

This course can be taken more than once, but only 1 credit will apply towards the English requirement

Journalism is a one-semester course for sophomores, juniors, and seniors who desire to increase their aptitude in writing and newspaper design while upholding the integrity and high standards of The Eagle’s Wing publication. Students will receive hands-on experience in all areas of the publication process and will have the opportunity to have their work published in the school newspaper. Students will acquire writing skills, learn how to conduct a thorough interview and report the news, acquire newspaper design skills, and understand the history of journalism, first amendment rights, and media law ethics. Advanced levels will also explore various aspects of social media and how it is used in our society today. This course may be repeated; however, only one semester will apply to the Core Graduation Requirements in English.

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Communications Grade 12 Elective 5 days/week 2nd Sem. Course (Spring only) Prereq.- none 1 credit Communications is a course that emphasizes the basics of interpersonal and intrapersonal communication skills. The course will focus on developing speaking and listening skills in a variety of situations from group discussions to public speaking to mass communications, both formal and informal. The purpose of this course is to investigate several methods of communication and be able to utilize them effectively in certain situations. Composition Grade 12 Elective 5 days/week 2nd Sem. Course (Spring only) Prereq.- none 1 credit Individualized instruction in writing is at the center of this class, which is designed to familiarize students with the research and composition skills required in college-level courses. Various types of writing will include a reflective essay, persuasive essay, comparison/contrast essay, and other expository and narrative writings to clarify thoughts and expressions. The course will culminate with a research paper on a topic selected by the student, with lessons in MLA and APA format, as well as plagiarism policies typically encountered in the college setting. Spelling, grammar, mechanics, and usage skills are enhanced and perfected through the context of writing in this course. Creative Writing Grade 12 Elective 5 days/week 2nd Sem. Course (Spring only) Prereq.- none 1 credit This class will introduce students to the process and techniques of creative writing. Students will create original essays, poems, and short stories in this course. They read professionally written forms of creative writing as models and then integrate their impressions of these works with their personal life experiences as they compose their own writing projects. Students are encouraged to write about topics they find engaging as they practice writing. After students turn in each assignment, the teacher supplies detailed suggestions for revision. This feedback helps students learn how to improve their self-expression and self-editing skills. 1 YEAR COURSE American Literature Grade 11 Required 5 days/week 1 year course Prereq.- none 2 credits American Literature’s purpose is to analyze, evaluate, and comprehend U.S. documents and the evaluation of literature specific to the United States from Native American writing to the modern era. The literacy time spans will follow our nation’s early development to today’s authors by emphasizing key eras of literature. Also, this course will focus on leading authors of each era who demonstrate the important components that distinguish one era from the next. Students will utilize skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening.

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English 9 Grade 9 Required 5 days/week 1 year course Prereq.- none 2 credits English/Language Arts 9 emphasizes grammar, vocabulary, word usage, and mechanics of writing. While reading a variety of literature, students will further develop the four aspects of language use: reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills. Readings include short stories/fiction, nonfiction, mythology, poetry, informational texts, and Shakespeare’s “Romeo and Juliet”. Critical thinking skills will be fostered through writing exercises linked to reading selections as well as formal writing assignments. In addition, an in-depth study of plagiarism and proper citation format will be covered. Writing and speaking units will require students to research their chosen topics, organize their ideas, analyze their audience, examine evidence, and evaluate their peers. English 10 Grade 10 Required 5 days/week 1 year course Prereq.- none 2 credits English 10 covers major genres of literature from the novel to the short stories to plays. It provides a special emphasis on genocides, myth and legends, novels set in the 1930s during the Great Depression, and Shakespeare’s Julius Caesar. Students will focus on nonfiction and fictional texts while evaluating the material through speaking, writing, reading, and listening. They will develop critical and creative skills by researching topics, organizing ideas, analyzing audience, examining evident, and evaluating text/presentations. World Literature Grade 11 Required 5 days/week 1 year course Prereq.- none 2 credits World Literature’s purpose is to analyze, evaluate, and comprehend literature from different cultures from around the world and the evaluation of literature through time as it was first documented to the modern form. Time spans will focus on different genres, styles, content, etc. of literature from various cultures that were being written at the same time. Starting with the longest poem written in Old English, Beowulf, up into the 19th century, various pieces will be read and evaluated based when and where the literature was generated and how it was written. Students will utilize skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening. JH Reading Grades 7 & 8 Required 5 days/week 1 year course This course emphasizes the development of critical reading skills. A variety of literature and informational text of steadily increasing sophistication is used. Through close reading, critical writing, class discussions, and presentations, students deepen their ability to analyze, evaluate, and critique text independently. Students actively seek to understand other perspectives and cultures through reading and listening. Technology is used thoughtfully to enhance and integrate reading, writing, speaking, listening and language use.

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Language Arts 7 Grade 7 Required 5 days/week 1 year course Students will apply and improve their knowledge of language conventions (e.g., spelling, punctuation, usage, and capitalization). Students will understand and use the writing process to both learn and communicate. Students will complete literature units to enhance their reading fluency, comprehension, vocabulary, and critical thinking skills. Language Arts 8 Grade 8 Required 5 days/week 1 year course This class is designed to include all the language skills of reading, writing, speaking, listening, and viewing. Students will use and understand the writing process for a variety of purposes and audiences. Students will read novels, poetry, and short stories. Students will complete literature units to enhance their reading fluency, comprehension, vocabulary, and critical thinking skills. Time will also be spent improving the students’ skills in spelling, grammar, mechanics, and usage.

1 QUARTER COURSE

The following classes are available at Mid-Prairie High School and

NOT offered at Keota for Grades 11 & 12. Creative Writing Grades 11 & 12 Elective 5 days/week Prereq.- none 1 credit

1 SEMESTER COURSE British Literature Grades 11 & 12 Elective 5 days/week Prereq.- none 2 credits

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FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCE DEPARTMENT

(FCS)

PROGRAM of STUDY

The Family and Consumer Science Program of Study at Keota High School includes the following coursework:

FCS I & II Textiles & Clothing I & II Foods and Nutrition I & II Family Living Parenting & Child Development Upon successful completion of these classes, and further coursework at Community College, students will have obtained the necessary skills to pursue a variety of occupations, which include, but are not limited to the following: Childcare Worker – Elementary Aide – Early Childhood Aide – Group Worker and Assistant – Nanny – Community Service Worker – Cooperative Extension – Government Agencies – Hospitals – Human Services – Consumer Advocate – Family Legislation Lobbyist – Family Life Educator – Food Service – Catering – Early Childhood Associate – Day Care Provider – Child Advocate – Youth Counselor – Hospitality 1ST SEM. ONLY Family Living Grade 11 &12 Elective 5 days/week 1st Sem. Only Prereq.- none 1 credit Understanding ourselves in relation to others - inside and outside the family. The various stages of the family life cycle will be studied. Special attention is emphasized on values and goals in a changing society. Others units included are human sexuality, marriage, divorce, housing, insurance, financial management, the elderly, & abuse. Foods & Nutrition Grades 11-12 Elective 5 days/week 1st Sem. Only Prereq.- none 1 credit A foods class for the beginner. We will include the study of foods such as: eggs, meat, poultry, yeast breads, quick breads, vegetables, soups, salads, desserts. With this study we will prepare meals learning to manage time, money, and energy. Main emphasis is on nutrition and the actual preparation of foods. Course work will include written tests and homework. Attendance is of utmost importance, especially for labs. Enrollment will be limited to 12.

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Exploratory FCS 7 Grade 7 Required 5 days /week For a Quarter Basic family consumer science concepts are covered. Topics included are: families, child care and babysitting, consumer awareness, housing, sewing, and cooking. Textiles & Clothing I Grades 9-12 Elective 5 days/week 1st and/or 2nd Sem. Prereq.- none 1 credit Beginning sewing techniques will be studied. The student will learn to read and follow pattern/directions. Several projects will be made with the individual working on their level at their own speed. Attendance is extremely important for this lab class. 2ND SEM. ONLY Exploratory FCS 8 Grade 8 Required 5 days/week For a Quarter Basic family consumer science concepts are covered. Emphasis on housing careers, food, and textiles.

Foods & Nutrition II Grades11-12 Elective 5 days/week 2nd Sem. Only Prereq. - 1 credit Foods & Nut. or Hmkg. for Teens or consent of instructor

Basic and advanced food preparation and sanitation will be covered. Emphasis will be on food preparation, foods from a variety of countries, and gourmet foods. Limited to juniors and seniors. Students will tour food service institutions. They will plan, prepare, cost, and serve a meal for the Vocational Advisory Committee. Attendance is of utmost importance, especially for the labs. Enrollment will be limited to 12. Prerequisite is Foods and Nutrition OR consent of instructor. Parenting & Grade 12 Elective 5 days/week Child Development 1 credit 2nd Sem. Only This course will cover prenatal development, birth, child growth and development, parenting skills and child-care careers. Students will have the opportunity to wear the “Empathy Belly”, as well as care for the “Infant Simulator Baby”. We will observe child care facilities and a hospital birthing facility.

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Textiles & Clothing II Grades 9-12 Elective 5 days/week 1st and/or 2nd Sem. Prereq.- Textiles & 1 credit Clothing I

Students will be reintroduced to basic sewing skills. Also included will be units on the history of fashion, culture and clothing, family needs, budgeting, and careers in the fashion industry. The serger will be reintroduced and used in project construction. A minimum of two advanced projects or a quilt will be completed. Attendance is extremely important for this lab class. 1 YEAR COURSE Intro. to Family Consumer Grade 9-10 Elective 5 days/week Science (FCS) I & II Prereq.- none 1 or 2 credits 1st and/or 2nd Semester This is a comprehensive course covering the various areas of FCS. Units will include selecting and constructing clothing, quilts, developing skills in food preparation, personality and how the individual plays a part in the family, housing, child development, human sexuality and values, and financial management. Both semesters are totally independent of each other. Students may choose one or both semesters.

1 QUARTER COURSES

The following classes are available at Mid-Prairie High School and

NOT offered at Keota for Grades 11 & 12. Fashion, Clothing Grades 11& 12 Elective 5 days/week & Design Prereq.- none 1 credit Housing & Interior Design Grades 11 & 12 Elective 5 days/week Prereq. – none 1 credit

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FINE ARTS DEPARTMENT 1ST SEM. ONLY Art History & Appreciation I Grades 9-12 Elective 3 days/week Pre-Historic - Renaissance Prereq.- none 0.5 credit 1st Sem. Only Students will be exposed to art from the earliest periods through the present day. Multicultural art projects will help students trace history. Activities will help develop critical thinking skills and also help increase students’ awareness of artists and their work. This course along with Art History & Appreciation II each stand alone. Although it is recommended that they are taken in order, it is not a requirement. Ceramics Grades 9-12 Elective 3 days/week 1st Sem. Only - (2016-2017 School Yr.) Prereq.- none 0.5 credit (Enrollment limited to 12) Students will learn several building techniques as well as how to finish their work using glaze and other mediums. There will be opportunities to use the potter’s wheel. Exploratory Art 8 Grade 8 Required 5 days/week 1st Sem. Only for a Quarter Students explore different types of art throughout history and in different cultures. Their units of study include: Working with clay and drawing assignments. Painting Grades 9-12 Elective 3 days/week 1st Sem. Only - (2017-2018 School Yr.) Prereq. - none 0.5 credit (Enrollment limited to 12) Students will explore techniques in watercolor and acrylic paint.

2ND SEM. ONLY Art History & Appreciation II Grades 9-12 Elective 3 days/week Renaissance - Modern Prereq.- none 0.5 credits 2nd Sem. Only Students will be exposed to art from the earliest periods through the present day. Multicultural art projects will help students trace history. Activities will help develop critical thinking skills and also help increase students’ awareness of artists and their work. This course along with Art History & Appreciation I each stand alone. Although it is recommended that they are taken in order, it is not a requirement.

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Design Grades 9-12 Elective 3 days/week 2nd Sem. Only - (2016-2017 School Yr.) Prereq.- none 0.5 credit (Enrollment limited to 12) Emphasis is on the basics in the field of design. Students will work with and explore such areas as architecture, illustration, interior, and product design. Exploratory Art 7 Grade 7 Required 5 days/week 2nd Sem. Only for a Quarter Students learn fundamentals of art while working in 2D & 3D. Units of study include: clay, drawing, color, collage and an introduction to calligraphy. They will have unit tests. Printmaking Grades 9-12 Elective 3 days/week 2nd Sem. Only - (2017-2018 School Yr.) Prereq.- none 0.5 credit (Enrollment limited to 12) A class designed for the student who would like to learn printmaking techniques. Work will incorporate organic materials, foam board, lino blocks, and silk-screen. 1 YEAR COURSE Art I Grades 9-12 Elective 3 days/week 1 year course Prereq.- none 1 credit This is an introductory course designed to give students the opportunity to work with a variety of media and processes. Art terminology, history, and the elements and principles of design will also be focused on. Weekly sketchbook assignments are a part of the course work. Students must complete the 1st semester of Art I before taking the 2nd semester of Art I. Art Study Grade 12 Elective 3 days/week 1 year course Prereq.- Studio 1 credits Workshop Permission of Instructor Advanced course based on the individual student’s needs. Curriculum will be based on the student’s interests and can include construction of a portfolio. Studio-Workshop Grades 10-12 Elective 3 days/week 1 year course Prereq.- Art I 1 credit Permission of Instructor An opportunity for the serious student to pursue individualized study in the area of their major in art. Weekly sketchbook assignments are part of the course work.

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FOREIGN LANGUAGE DEPARTMENT 1 YEAR COURSE Spanish I Grades 9-12 Elective 5 days/week 1 year course Prereq.- none 2 credits Introduction to the written and spoken language. Simple dialogues, vocabulary, and common expressions are learned. Emphasis is placed on basic grammar and sentence structure. Speaking will be done in both individual and group settings. Study and discussion of culturally related material will also be covered in this year. Spanish II Grades 10-12 Elective 5 days/week 1 year course Prereq.- Spanish I 2 credits The format of this course is similar to Spanish I, beginning with a comprehensive review of material covered in the first year. More in-depth vocabulary and dialogues will be covered along with new verb tense introductions. Culturally related material will also be covered. Spanish III Grades 11-12 Elective 5 days/week 1 year course Prereq.- Spanish II 2 credits Review of grammatical material learned in Spanish II plus longer dialogues and new vocabulary will be introduced at this level. A more in-depth look at grammar and linguistical concepts will be covered. More reading and writing will be emphasized. Cultural related material will be discussed. In order to continue on to semester 2, you must achieve a “D-“ in semester 1. In order to continue on to the Spanish IV level, you must achieve a “C-“ average. Spanish IV Grade 12 Elective 5 days/week 1 year course Prereq.- Spanish III 2 credits Review of grammatical concepts covered in Spanish III. More reading assignments; short stories, essays, and poems from the textbook. Emphasis will be on speaking and conversation in class work. Cultural related material will be discussed. In order to continue on to semester 2, you must achieve a “D-“ in semester 1.

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INDUSTRIAL ARTS

(Industrial Arts courses are offered at Mid-Prairie High School)

ONE QUARTER COURSE Intro. to Manufacturing Grade 9-12 Elective 5 days/week 1 Qtr. Prereq. – none 1 credit This course is an introductory level into the world of manufacturing/drafting. This class offers each student a wide spectrum of input and involvement of what the world manufacturing/drafting is all about in today’s world. Mechanical Drafting – Level III Grades 10-12 Elective 5 days/week 1 Qtr. Prereq. – Intro. to 1 credit Manufacturing This course is designed to further student’s involvement in the career area of mechanical drafting. Students will look at drafting more in-depth and through plate drawings, establish tolerances and sizing used to develop parts and processes involved in Engineering Trades. A short introduction to the CAD system is also covered. Architectural Drafting – Level III Grades 11-12 Elective 5 days/week 1 Qtr. Prereq. – Intro. to 1 credit Manufacturing This course is designed to interest the student that has a willingness to further his/her education in the architectural area of drafting. Students will develop a design format for a single level floor plan, with elevations and electrical and door/window plans that are needed to make a set of drawings complete. CAD – Level III Grades 11-12 Elective 5 days/week 1 Qtr. Prereq. – Mechanical 1 credit Drafting This course is designed to allow each student to broaden their horizon in the world of CAD. Students will transfer principles used on the drafting table to the computer by: adding and editing lines and shapes used in drafting. Fundamentals of Welding Grades 9-12 Elective 5 days/week Concurrent Enrollment Prereq. – none 1 credit 1 Qtr. Misc. Information: Each student is required to have a set of welding gloves and safety glasses. This class is designed to teach students the skills of welding with AC and DC welders. The use of cutting torch and foundry area is also covered in class.

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Advanced Welding Grades 9-12 Elective 5 days/week 1 Qtr. Prereq. - Welding 1 credit Skills I Misc. Information: Each student is required to have a set of welding globes and safety glasses. This class is designed to teach students the skills of welding with MIG and TIG welders. The use of the plasma cutter and gas welding is also covered in this class. Basic Woodworking – Level I Grades 9-12 Elective 5 days/week 1 Qtr. Prereq. – none 1 credit Misc. Information: A class fee for lumber and safety glasses is required to cover costs of projects. This course is designed for the beginning woodworker. It is an introductory level to woodworking. The use of machines and tools are covered in this class, with safety being stressed at all times. Advanced Woodworking – Level II Grades 9-12 Elective 5 days/week 1 Qtr. Prereq. – Basic 1 credit Woodworking – Level I Misc. Information: A class fee for lumber and safety glasses is required to cover costs for projects. This course is an extension to the Basic Woodworking class. It is designed to be a more in depth look at the area of woodworking. More advanced wood joinery will be covered. Small Gas Engine Repair/Service Grades 11-12 Elective 5 days/week 1 Qtr. 1 credit Prereq. – Preference for students to take Basic Woodworking, Fundamentals of Welding, and Introduction to Manufacturing before they take this class. Misc. Information: Safety glasses are required. Students will be introduced and guided through the operations of small gas engines. Students will dismantle and reassemble a small gas engine to its running state. Other maintenance and repairs are also done.

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MATH DEPARTMENT 1 YEAR COURSE Algebra I Grades 8-10 Elective 5 days/week 1 year course Prereq.-none 2 credits The course covers basic algebra units such as: Real numbers, powers, roots, order properties, factoring, graphing, inequalities, linear equations, factoring, quadratic and exponential functions, and various types of word problems. Scientific calculators are required, TI 83+ or TI 84+ graphing calculators are recommended. Algebra II Grades 10-12 Elective 5 days/week 1 year course Prereq.- Geometry & 2 credits Algebra I

Review of the basic concepts and skills of Algebra I, a continuing development and understanding of linear and quadratic functions, coordinate geometry, complex numbers, systems of equations, the logarithmic function, equations of the first and second degree in two variables, the exponential function, and trigonometric functions. Graphing calculators are used extensively in this class. Scientific calculators are required, TI 83+, TI 84+, TI-NSPIRE (blue), or graphing calculators are highly recommended as they will be used almost daily. Functions, Statistics & Grades 11-12 Elective 5 days/week Triginometry (FST) Prereq. – Successful 2 credits 1 year course completion Algebra II

Functions, Statistics & Trigonometry is a course for the college bound or highly skilled work force bound student who has completed Algebra I, Geometry and Algebra II. FST can be taken before, after, or at the same time as Pre-Calculus or Calculus. Content includes topics functions, statistics, and trigonometry, as related to real world with business applications. The TI-83+ or TI-84+ graphing calculator is recommended. Pre-Algebra Grades 9-10 Elective 5 days/week 1 year course 1 credit/sem. * Instructor permission & signature required for this course This course provides a foundation for algebra by focusing on variable, expressions, integers, solving multiple step equations and inequalities, functions, systems of equations and inequalities, and data analysis. A scientific calculator is required. Algebra 1B Grades 10-11 Elective 5 days/week 1 year course Prereq. – Algebra 1A 1 credit/sem. * Instructor permission & signature required for this course This course covers more advanced algebraic concepts such as exponents, polynomials, factoring, quadratic function, radical expressions, and probability. A scientific calculator is required for this course.

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Calculus Grades 12 Elective 5 days/week 1 Year Course Prereq.- PreCalc. or 2 credits equivalent class

Calculus stands at the gateway to a plethora of applications in many fields. It is a mathematical tool used to analyze the rate at which a physical quality varies. In arithmetic, operations are carried out on numbers; in algebra, operations are carried out on variables; in calculus, operations are carried out on functions which represent relationships between variable quantities. Geometry Grades 9-12 Elective 5 days/week 1 year course Prereq.- Algebra I 2 credits An organized logical development of the structure of mathematical system-geometry, by use of deductive and inductive reasoning. The course is designed to improve the students ability to reason logically, both directly and indirectly. The basic topics in Euclidian geometry - both two and three dimensions - are lines and planes, areas, similarity, circles, spheres, constructions.

Math 8 Grade 8 Required 5 days/week 1 year course Topics covered are: number system (rational & irrational numbers), expressions and equations (multi-step equations, exponents, scientific notation, linear equations, systems of equations), functions, geometry (congruence, similarity, angles, lines, triangles, Pythagorean Theorem, surface area, volume), and statistics (scatter plots, two way frequency tables). A scientific calculator is required. Math 7 Grade 7 Required 5 days/week 1 year course Topics covered are: ratios and proportions relationships (ratios, rates, constant of proportionality, percents) rational numbers (adding, subtracting, multiplying, dividing, decimals), expressions and equations (expanding and factoring expressions, solving two-step equations), geometry (angles, circles, surface area, volume), statistics (populations, samples), and probability. A scientific calculator is required. Pre-Calculus Grades 11-12 Elective 5 days/week 1 year course Prereq.– Algebra II 2 credits This course introduces students to variables, expressions, and solving algebraic equations. Fractions, decimals, percents, square roots, and real world applications are used to help students master these concepts. Probability, statistics, and graphing are also used to tie different concepts together and enhance student understanding. A graphing calculator - TI 83+, TI 84+, or TI-NSPIRE (blue) is required.

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MUSIC DEPARTMENT

APPLIED MUSIC 1ST SEM. OR 2ND SEM. Beginning Music History Grades 9-12 Elective 3 days/week 1st or 2nd Sem. Prereq. - Teacher’s 0.5 credits Consent This course surveys musical history, styles, and composers from the Baroque period on. Advanced Music History Grades 9-12 Elective 3 days/week 1st or 2nd Sem. Prereq. - Beg. Music 0.5 credit History This course is a continuation of the beginning music history course. Beginning Music Theory Grades 9-12 Elective 3 days/week 1st or 2nd Sem. Prereq. - Teacher’s 0.5 credits approval required This course will introduce the student to the fundamentals of music. These fundamentals being notes, rhythms, keys, key signatures, scale spelling, chords, and sight singing. This course is open to students, but the student must have some background in music. Curriculum will be constructed based on the student’s interest. Advanced Music Theory Grades 9-12 Elective 3 days/week 1st or 2nd Sem. Prereq.- Beg. Music 0.5 credit Theory & Teacher’s approval required This advanced course would develop the fundamentals, learned in the beginning of music theory, to a higher degree. A final project would be an original composition following musically correct rules of competition. Curriculum will be constructed based on the student’s interest. Music Appreciation Grade 9-12 Elective 5 days/week 1st or 2nd Sem. Prereq. – Instructor’s 1 credit IHCC Dual Credit (3 Hrs. IHCC credit) approval This course will include a general survey of musical terminology, and is designed to develop musical perception with discussion of musical time periods through listening to specific musical compositions, and discussion of specific practice techniques and instrumentation of each period. The emphasis of the course is to build an understanding of musical compositions, their historical significance, and elements. The student will listen to selected works, attend live performances, identify musical works aurally and complete a paper investigating an important composition by a major composer.

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Music Theatre Grade 11-12 Elective 5 days/week 1st or 2nd Sem. Prereq. - Instructor’s 1 credit approval Research, analyze, journal, critique, write, and perform musical theatre productions from 1900’s on. Music Theory 1-6 Grade 11-12 Elective 5 days/week 1st or 2nd Sem. Prereq. - Instructor’s 1 credit IHCC Dual Credit (3 Hrs. IHCC credit) approval

INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC 1 YEAR COURSE Instrumental Music Grades 9-12 Elective 3 days/week 1 year course Prereq.- None 1 credit The band performs at various events throughout the year such as SICL Festival, concerts, athletic events, small and large group ensemble festivals, graduation. The band performs and studies literature from Renaissance to pop, learning correct style and performance practices of each historical period. Through co-operative learning, correct sound production and artistic expression skills are developed. 7th & 8th Gr. JH Band Grades 7 & 8 Elective 3 days/week 1 year course Music of several time periods is performed. A Winter Concert and Spring Concert are performance opportunities.

VOCAL MUSIC 1 YEAR COURSE Mixed Chorus Grades 9-12 Elective 3 days/week 1 year course Prereq.- None 1 credit Chorus performs at various events throughout the year such as concerts, honor choir, community programs, small and large group ensemble festival, SICL festival, and graduation. Chorus performs and studies literature from the Renaissance to pop, learning correct style and performance practices of each historical period. Through co-operative learning, correct sound production and artistic expression skills are developed. EAGLEROCK! begins with chorus membership but rehearses outside of chorus time. 7th & 8th Gr. JH Chorus Grades 7 & 8 Required 3 days/week 1 year course Music of several time periods is performed. A Winter Concert and a Spring Concert are performed.

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PHYSICAL EDUCATION DEPARTMENT 1 YEAR COURSE Co-Ed P.E. Grades 9-12 Required 3 days/6 day cycle 1 year course Prereq.- none 0.5 credit/semester Physical Education is a required course for all 9-12 students. The main emphasis is on lifetime and leisure time activities. Some team activities and team sports are taught. The following units are taught: soccer, football, tennis, volleyball, weight lifting, fitness walking, table tennis, shuffleboard, badminton, pickleball, racquetball, bowling, golf, frisbee golf, bean bag tossing and CPR. Golf is taught and students get to go to the golf course and play nine holes. The 9-12 students go to Sigourney every year to bowl. CPR is taught every other year. 7th Gr. Physical Education Grades 7 & 8 Required 3 days/6 day cycle 8th Gr. Physical Education 1 year course Junior High Physical Education meets three days of a six week cycle. The following units are taught: team sports (football, soccer, speedball, basketball, volleyball, softball, and Eagle Ball); individual and dual sports (table tennis, shuffleboard, badmitton, pickleball, racquetball, bowling). Personal Health Grades 9-12 Elective 5 days/week 1 year course 1 credit/sem. This course is designed to inform each student of the importance of maintaining a healthy body and a positive outlook on life. Instruction shall include personal health; environmental health; safety and survival skills; consumer health resources and prevention of control and diseases.

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SCIENCE DEPARTMENT 1 YEAR COURSE Anatomy and Grades 11-12 Elective 5 days/week Physiology ILO Prereq. - Biology 2 credits (blended learning) 1 Year Course Anatomy & Physiology is designed for high school students who are interested in medical or allied health care careers and/or wish to become better personal decision makers in their own health care. The course emphasizes breadth over depth -- the goal is to expose students to general structure and function of the human body using a systems approach. The course is inquiry-based, so students will be expected to gather data in their distant environments that will be shared with and analyzed by the class. First semester covers terminology, levels of organization, skeletal, muscular, nervous, and endocrine systems. Second semester focuses on the circulatory, immune, respiratory, digestive, urinary, and reproductive systems. Biology Grade 10 Required 5 days/week 1 year course Prereq. - none 2 credits A study of the basic life structures, functions and processes; the interaction of all living things on earth; the needs and actions of the human body; and the scientific method. Special projects include lab reports, family tree, cell diagram, and a cancer research project. Chemistry ILO Grades 11-12 Elective 5 days/week (blended learning) Prereq.- Alg. I 2 credits 1 year course Chemistry is a rigorous course in science that has incredible ties to the real world. It teaches you to problem solve, think on your feet, argue from evidence, evaluate sources of information and collaborate with others to learn. In this class you will learn about atomic structure, chemical bonding, chemical reactions, gas laws, as well as acids and bases. Since chemistry is a laboratory based course, each unit will include a lab simulation and/or a kitchen lab. Course units studied for chemistry are: Making Sense of Matter, Inside the Atom, Quantum, Periodic Table, Ion and Nomenclature, Covalent Bonding, The Mole, Chemical Reactions, Chemical Cooking-Stoichiometry, It’s a Gas, Solutions, and Acids & Bases. Earth Science 8 Grade 8 Required 5 days/week 1 year course The majority of this class time is spent on geology, with meteorology and astronomy also being covered. Topics include: scientific thinking, earth origins, fossils, earth history, mapping, plate tectonics, weathering, erosion, rocks, minerals, natural resources, atmosphere, weather, climates, earth motions, the solar system, and the universe. Class consists of reading the text, doing worksheet assignments, conducting and reporting on experiments; making “foldables” study aids; and completing regular quizzes and tests.

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Environment Science Grades 11-12 Elective 5 days/week 1 year course Pre-req. - 2 credits Physical Science & Biology Environmental Science is a science course that enables students to develop an understanding of natural and man-made environments and environmental problems the world faces. Students explore environmental science concepts through an inquiry-based approach. Embedded standards for Inquiry and Technology & Engineering are taught in the context of the content standards for Earth Systems, The Living World, Human Population, Water and Land Resources, Energy Resources and Consumption, Pollution and Waste Production, Global Change, and Civic Responsibility. Life Science 7 Grade 7 Required 5 days/week 1 year course This is the first class that 7th graders take in the high school science department followed by Earth Science and then Physical Science. This class deals with living things and their life processes. Major topics that are covered include: the cell, scientific process (method), plant classification with a leaf collection project, human body systems, frog dissection, diseases, and other topics as time allows. The third quarter is spent talking about animal classification with 6 kingdoms as well as science fair, and the fourth quarter has a lot of different projects that the students work on along with frog dissection. Physical Science Grade 9 Required 5 days/week 1 year course Prereq.- none 2 credits This course will deal with the basic principles of both physics and chemistry. Students will study a variety of topics in those areas, i.e. motion, matter, sound, light, waves, general chemistry, energy (different forms), organic chemistry, and others. Special projects include an atom model, designing own periodic table, roller coaster, and lab reports. Physics ILO Grades 11-12 Elective 5 days/week (blended learning) Prereq.- 2 credit 1 year course Successfully complete Alg. I, Biology and/or currently enrolled in Alg. II Physics is designed for high school students intending to pursue studies in science related areas such as engineering, health sciences, architecture, pharmacy, materials science, etc. Students will be provided experiences to develop and enhance problem-solving skills, critical thinking skills, reasoning, graphical analysis, data collection and interpretation of data as well as the application of mathematics. Students will use distance education, ICN (Iowa Communications Network) and Adobe Connect Pro, to discuss, present, and view instructor/student demonstrations and laboratory experiments.

This class is designed to take the same amount of time as a face-to-face class – at least 45 minutes per day – often more time. Expect to spend at least 7-10 hours per week (class time and homework time) in order to gain the most from this experience. This type of commitment calls for self-discipline and good time management skills. Treat this course as a daily class and keep up with your class work – and success will be yours!

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1 QUARTER COURSES

(The following classes are available at Mid-Prairie High School and

NOT offered at Keota for Grades 11 & 12) Anatomy & Physiology Grades 11 & 12 Elective 5 days/week Prereq.- none 1 credit Electronics Grades 11 & 12 Elective 5 days/week Prereq. – none 1 credit

1 SEMESTER COURSE Chemistry Grades 11 & 12 Elective 5 days/week Prereq.- none 2 credits

SOCIAL STUDIES DEPARTMENT 1 YEAR COURSE American History 8 Grade 8 Required 5 days/week 1 year course Prereq.-none This course is a general survey history course that discusses the political, economic, and social factors of the United States from 1400 AD through the Civil War. This course will consist of reading, organized classroom discussion, simulation games, worksheets, debates, videos, individual and group projects, the use of the Internet, note taking, journaling, critical thinking, scenario writing, quizzes and tests. Recent U.S. History Grade 11-12 Elective 5 days/week 1 year course Prereq.- US History 2 credits Recent U.S. History is a year-long course. It covers U.S. history from 1945 to the present, particularly the cold war, suburbanization, the rise of the Sunbelt and the decline of the Rust Belt, the conformity and contentment of the 1950s, the upheavals of the 1960s and 1970s, the collapse of the USSR, and the new multipolar, post-cold war world. Also covered are society and culture, economics, politics, and technology. It includes an analysis of the people, events, issues, and historical evidence reflecting time, continuity, change, and casual relationships.

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Social Studies 7 Grade 7 Required 5 days/week 1 year course Prereq. - none This class begins with a look at what history is and what steps are taken to try and accurately portray history. They will begin to look at ancient cultures with particular emphasis on Ancient Egypt & Ancient Rome, explore Asian cultures such as Chinese & Indian; examine the culture of Africa and South America. First semester will cover the Stone Age, Mesopotamia, Egypt, Nubia, India , Persia and China. The second semester will cover the following areas: Greece, Rome, Judiaism. Students will learn about mapping and such skills as latitude and longitude. U.S. History Grade 10 Required 5 days/week 1 year course Prereq.- none 2 credits A course in American History using the survey approach to discuss the political, economic, and social factors and changes of the United States from Reconstruction through WW II. 1ST SEM. ONLY Psychology I Grades 10-12 Elective 5 days/week 1st Sem. Only Prereq.-none 1 credit This course is focused on the development of human behavior. This course will consist of reading, organized classroom discussion, simulation games, worksheets, videos, individual and group projects, the use of the Internet, note taking, critical thinking, quizzes and tests. Emphasis will be placed on approaches to psychology, the life span, and the workings of the mind and body. Sociology Grades 11-12 Elective 5 days/week 1st Sem. Only Prereq.- none 1 credit This course is focused on people and their relationships to society. This course will consist of reading, organized classroom discussion, simulation games, worksheets, debates, videos, individual and group projects, the use of the Internet, note taking, critical thinking, scenario writing, quizzes and tests. Emphasis will be placed on the sociological perspective, organization of social life, and the individual in society. U.S. Government Grade 12 Required 5 days/week 1st Sem. Only Prereq.- US History 1 credit U.S. Government is a one-semester course required for seniors in order to graduate. It covers the United States Constitution, the Bill of Rights, the federal system of government (specifically the legislative, executive, and judicial branches), and the structure and relationship between the national & state governments. Also covered are voting statutes and procedures, voter registration requirements, and the method of acquiring and casting an absentee ballot. Finally, the course covers the government of Iowa and current trends and issues.

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Western Civilization Grades 9-12 Required 5 days/week 1st Sem. Only Prereq. – none 1 credit Western Civilization is a course designed to give students an understanding of the watershed events leading up to the 20th Century. Course includes: lecture, notes, projects, and discussion. Topics under consideration are: The rise of Christianity, the Black Death, the Reformation, Age of Exploration, and the French Revolution. 2ND SEM. ONLY Advanced Sociology Grades 11-12 Elective 5 days/week 2nd Sem. Only Prereq.- Sociology 1 credit This course is designed to be a continuation course of Sociology. This course will consist of reading, organized classroom discussion, simulation games, worksheets, debates, videos, individual and group projects, the use of the Internet, note taking, critical thinking, scenario writing, quizzes and tests. Emphasis will be placed on social inequality, social institutions, and the changing society. Psychology II Grades 10-12 Elective 5 days/week 2nd Sem. Only Prereq.-Psych. I 1 credit This course is designed to be a continuation course of Psychology I. This course will consist of reading, organized classroom discussion, simulation games, worksheets, videos, individual and group projects, the use of the Internet, note taking, critical thinking, quizzes and tests. Emphasis will be placed on learning and the cognitive process, personality and individuality, adjustment and breakdown and social psychology. World Geography Grades 9-12 Elective 5 days/week 2nd Sem. Only Prereq.- none 1 credit World Geography is a one-semester course open to freshmen, sophomores, juniors, and seniors. It begins by examining the basic geographic skills, cartography, and the geographic perspective. Then it examines the major concepts of physical geography and human geography. Finally, it examines how these two combine to make each region of Earth unique. Areas that may be covered include: the U.S.A. and Canada, Middle and South America, Europe, and Russia, North Africa, Southwest and Central Asia, sub-Saharan Africa, South Asia, East Asia, Southeast Asia, Australia, New Zealand, and the Pacific Islands. World Political Theory Grades 9-12 Elective 5 days/week (Model UN) Prereq.- none 1 credit/sem. 2nd Sem. Only This course is a study of world politics and foreign policy. The students will develop a total foreign policy package for their representative country and, using this knowledge, represent that country at a 1-day Model United Nations exercise at the University of Northern Iowa.

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1 QUARTER COURSES

The following classes are available at Mid-Prairie High School and

NOT offered at Keota for Grades 11 & 12. Civics Grades 11 & 12 Elective 5 days/week Prereq.- none 1 credit Introduction to Law Grades 11 & 12 Elective 5 days/week Prereq. – none

YEARBOOK

Yearbook I Grades 9-12 Elective 3 days/week - 1 year course 0.5 credit The introductory yearbook course offers the student total involvement in the production of the school yearbook. Activities include advertising, layout planning, photography, copy writing, and proofing. Yearbook II Grades 10-12 Prereq - 3 days/week - 1 year course Yearbook I 0.5 credit The second level yearbook course is designed to help students refine their skills in copywriting, proofing, photography, and layout planning. Students deepen their understanding of advertising. Yearbook III Grades 11-12 Prereq.- 3 days/week - 1 year course Yearbook I & II 0.5 credit This course is for junior & senior level publication staff members. Students are required to fill an editor’s position or take a leadership role on the publication staff. Students complete various spreads, assignments, and copy edit. They master layout and design in desktop publications, digital imagery,and photo placement. Yearbook IV Grade 12 Prereq. - 3 days/week - 1 year course Yearbook I, II, & III 0.5 credit

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CAREER EDUCATION DEPARTMENT (Offered through Mid-Prairie School District)

Job Internship Grade 11-12 Elective 5 days/week 1st Sem. or 2nd Sem. Prereq.- 2 credits Job Internships are available for any student in grades 11-12. Students in the preparation for the work force diploma option are required to take either 2x Job Internships or 1x Job Internship and a Concurrent Credit Course. Students are required to complete 45 hours of on-the-job training during the semester. Students will also have three scheduled meetings with staff of the Work Place Learning Connection throughout the semester to discuss progress, concerns, areas for improvement, and to share success stories. Students are required to complete an internship notebook that logs their hours of completion and have it signed by their supervisor. ** Internships are typically taken during blocks 1 & 4. Students can work weekends or more than two hours per day, and are responsible for working out their schedule with their supervisor. Internships are treated just like a job and are taken instead of a class in most cases. Students are expected to dress accordingly, communicate daily with supervisors, do what they are asked to do, and complete the 90 hours within the 9 week term.

ENRICHMENT COURSES

Reading Strategies Grades 9-12 Required 5 days/week 1 year course 2 credits Any student that does not perform at or above the proficient level on the reading comprehension portion of the ITBS and ITED test will be required to take this class. The class goal will be to provide instruction and strategies to improve the reading skills of all non-proficient students.

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POST SECONDARY ENROLLMENT OPTIONS ACT (PSEO)

Post-secondary Enrollment Option (PSEO) * Permission to Enroll forms are required for each student * Local district pays a maximum of $250 per class. Additional cost will be paid by parents including tuition and books during each fall and spring semester enrolled. * Student earns dual credit (high school and college credit) * If the student fails the class, the tuition will be paid by the parents. The Post Secondary Enrollment Options Act provides an opportunity for assisting local school districts in expanding opportunities for capable students. The act was enacted in 1987 to promote rigorous academic pursuits and to provide a wider variety of options to high school students by enabling eleventh and twelfth grade students to enroll part time in nonsectarian courses in eligible post secondary institutions of higher learning in Iowa. Ninth and tenth grade students who have been identified as Talented and Gifted and any eleventh and twelfth grade students enrolled in public school districts can enroll in approved university, college or area college courses and receive credit that may be applied toward high school graduation.

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If there is a course you wish to take that is not in these offerings, please contact the counselor’s office.

ADVANCED PLACEMENT COURSES

(Offered through Mid-Prairie High School) (Offered 2nd Sem. Only for 2 Credits)

*All AP Courses are with permission of the Guidance Counselor *

AP Biology Gr. 11-12 Elective Prereq. – Biology & Chemistry Misc. Info.: AP Biology review book is recommended. This is an extremely rigorous course lab based course designed to prepare students for college level science classes. The AP biology curriculum is based on four big ideas that include: 1. The process of evolution drives the diversity and unity of life. 2. Biological systems utilize free energy and molecular building blocks to grow, to

reproduce and to maintain dynamic homeostasis. 3. Living systems store, retrieve, transmit and respond to information essential to life

processes. 4. Biological systems interact, and these systems and their interaction possess complex

properties.

Students are strongly encouraged to take the AP Biology examination upon completion of the course. Good study skills and a strong work ethic are required.

AP Calculus Gr. 11-12 Elective Prereq. – Pre-Calculus Misc. Info.: Graphing Calculator Required AP Calculus is designed to be the equivalent of a college Calculus I course. The course can be divided into three broad areas that include limits, derivatives, and integrals. An emphasis will be placed on developing the students’ understanding of the concepts of calculus and providing experience with its methods and applications. A multi-representational approach to calculus will be used with concepts, results, and problems being expressed graphically, numerically, analytically, and verbally. Students are encouraged to earn college credit and a great experience by taking the national AP exam.

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AP Chemistry Gr. 10-12 Elective Prereq. – Chemistry This is an extremely rigorous course designed to mimic one year of college chemistry. The curriculum is based on six big ideas that include: I. Atomic Structure II. Structure and Properties of Matter III. Transformations IV. Kinetics V. Thermodynamics VI. Equilibrium

Students will be required to synthesize multiple concepts in order to solve

complex problems. Good study skills and a strong work ethic are required. Students are expected to take the AP Chemistry examination upon completion of the course. AP English: Literature & Gr. 12 Elective Composition Prereq. – Eng. 9, Eng. 10, and American or British Literature Misc. Info.: Advanced Composition is recommended prior to enrollment. A 3-ring binder is needed for this course. AP English Literature & Composition is designed to engage students in the careful reading and critical analysis of literature. Literature selections will cover several genres and periods – from the sixteenth to the twenty-first century. Active participation in discussions analyzing the literature is required. Writing will include annotation, dialectical journals, and analysis essays. Students are strongly encouraged to take the national AP exam. AP Psychology Gr. 10-12 Elective Prereq. – Intro. to Psychology AP Psychology is designed to be rigorous; extensive reading and note-taking are necessary. Students of this class will study enduring psychological issues, the fields of psychology, and how they are continually changing, and methods, principles, and terms specific to the science of psychology. Extensive work is done to help the student learn psychology and be prepared to be successful on the advanced placement exam. AP U.S. History Gr. 10-12 Elective Prereq. – Receive a “B” or higher in US History AP U.S. History is designed to provide students with the analytic skills and factual knowledge necessary to deal critically with the problems and materials in United States history. The class will prepare students for intermediate and advanced college courses by making demands upon them equal to those made by full-year introductory college courses. Students will learn to assess historical materials and weigh the evidence for the purpose of interpretation. The class will cover the history of the United States from discovery and settlement to the year 2000.

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AP Studio Art: 2-D Design Gr. 11-12 Elective Prereq. – Fundamentals of Art + 2 other art courses AP Studio Art requires the completion of a portfolio. Rather than completing a comprehensive exam as in most AP courses, students work to produce and send a portfolio of 24-29 pieces of artwork to the College Board. Motivation, energy, risk-taking, and commitment are by far the most important concepts in AP Art. Students involved in AP Art need to be willing to work in a more open-ended mindset that allows for experimentation and growth on an independent level. The AP Art portfolio consists of three sections: quality (5 works that excel in concept, composition, and execution); concentration (a series of 12 works organized around one visual concept); and breadth (12 different works demonstrating a variety of concepts, media, and approaches). The process of completing a portfolio is an intense goal that requires in-class time as well as research, development, and creation outside of the daily class periods allotted for the course. The 2-D Design portfolio can include drawings, paintings, computer works, and photographs. AP Studio Art: Drawing Gr. 11-12 Elective Prereq. – Fundamentals of Art + 2 other art courses AP Studio Art requires the completion of a portfolio. Rather than completing a comprehensive exam as in most AP courses, students work to produce and send a portfolio of 24-29 pieces of artwork to the College Board. Motivation, energy, risk-taking, and commitment are by far the most important concepts in AP Art. Students involved in AP Art need to be willing to work in a more open-ended mindset that allows for experimentation and growth on an independent level. The AP Art portfolio consists of three sections: quality (5 works that excel in concept, composition, and execution); concentration (a series of 12 works organized around one visual concept); and breadth (12 different works demonstrating a variety of concepts, media, and approaches). The process of completing a portfolio is an intense goal that requires in-class time as well as research, development, and creation outside of the daily class periods allotted for the course. The Drawing portfolio can include drawings, paintings, mixed media pieces, etc, but no digital works may be included.

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