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2014-2015 ALTAMONT HIGH SCHOOL

COURSE CATALOG

Course Descriptions 2014– 2015 Altamont High School

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

COURSE DESCRIPTION INFORMATION................................................................. ………2 GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS ............................................................................................. 3 SUGGESTED CURRICULA ........................................................................................................... 4 AGRICULTURE ................................................................................................................................ 5 ART ....................................................................................................................................................... 9 COMMUNICATION AND AUDIO/VISUAL…………………………………………………………….11

ENGLISH .......................................................................................................................................... 12 FAMILY & CONSUMER SCIENCE ........................................................................................... 16 FOREIGN LANGUAGE……..……………………………………………….…….….. 18 HEALTH & PHYSICAL EDUCATION .................................................................................... 20 INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY……….………...…………..………………………….21 MATHEMATICS ............................................................................................................................. 25 MISCELLANEOUS………………………………………………………………………………………..28

MUSIC ................................................................................................................................................ 29 SCIENCES ......................................................................................................................................... 30 SOCIAL SCIENCES ........................................................................................................................ 32 OKAW VOCATIONAL CLASSES.…..…………..……………………………….…… 35

COURSE DESCRIPTION INFORMATION

The course description guide, together with the Student Handbook, will provide you with the information you need to plan a successful and rewarding experience during your four years of high school.

The counselor will be able to expand further on opportunities after high school and make suggestions appropriate for your interests and abilities. A great amount of time and effort is devoted to the process of allowing a student to select the courses that they wish to take and then to construct a master schedule which will permit most students to enroll in these choices. Students are to carefully select courses after conferring with parents, counselor, and teachers during the enrollment period. Students are expected to stay with the schedule they select throughout the entire year.

Our primary concern is that your experience at Altamont High School be a positive and profitable one. Toward this end, students will receive exposure to a wide variety of curricular areas. The development of basic life skills is an integral part of our overall program.

Administrators, teachers, parents, and students will work together as a team to ensure that each student is able to achieve to the best of his or her ability.


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GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS Twenty-eight units of credit are required for graduation from Altamont High School. The twenty-eight units must include the following: 4.0 units of English

0.5 unit of Intro to Speech1 1.0 unit of US History 1.0 unit of World History 0.5 unit of American Government w/Constitution 3.0 units of Science 1.0 unit of Foreign Language, Art, Music2, or Vocational Education 3.0 units of Math3 0.5 unit of Health 0.5 unit of Consumer Education 2.0 units of P.E. unless approved waiver on file4 The guidance department recommends that all students follow the 4-year university core course patterns. Although a student meets ACHS graduation requirements, certain universities have additional core course requirements. It is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED that students follow the 4-3-3-3 pattern. This is 4 years of English, 3 years of mathematics (to include Algebra II), 3 years of science, and 3 years of social science courses. These are minimum requirements for many universities. It is also highly recommended that students enroll in 4 years of foreign language.

Beginning with the 2013-14 school year, the school district will only accept one (1.0) unit of outside credit from a pre-approved recovery source to count toward graduation.

Student Community Service Graduation Requirement

Students are required to complete Graduation Service Hours. A minimum of forty (40) hours of service must be documented by the administration at the start of the final quarter before graduation. For more information please contact the principal or guidance counselor.

1 Counts as English Credit 2 Band or chorus is 1 (one) credit (each) per year and is used to determine GPA. 3 Meeting the math requirement includes the successful completion of Algebra I and a Geometry Concepts class. 4 Students are required to be enrolled in physical education every semester they are enrolled in school unless exempted by board policy. P.E. classes count as credits toward graduation and for determining GPA.


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SUMMARY OF MINIMUM HIGH SCHOOL COURSE REQUIREMENTS FOR ADMISSION OF FRESHMEN TO ILLINOIS PUBLIC UNIVERSITIES

English 4 years emphasizing written and oral communications and literature

Social Science 2-3 years emphasizing history and government Mathematics 4 years Algebra, geometry, algebra II, and in some cases, trigonometry Science 2-3 years laboratory sciences Electives 2 years foreign language (one language), music, vocational education, or art. Flexible Units 2 years additional courses from any of the five subject areas described above.

SUGGESTED CURRICULA

For the College Prep Student Students planning to enter college after high school graduation should begin preparing for this goal with freshman registration. The Board of Higher Education has established minimum admission standards for all public colleges and universities in Illinois to aid students in this registration process. High school students who plan to enter college should tentatively prepare a four-year program including a minimum of:

4 years of English (written, oral communication, Literature) 4 years of college prep math 3 years of social studies 4 years of laboratory science 2 years of foreign language

A college prep curriculum should include a variety of subject areas, including subjects in the student’s specific interest area. A general education covering a wide range of courses should provide a strong background for the college-bound student. Because specific entrance requirements vary from college to college and from year to year, college-bound students should consult with the guidance counselor before making their final course selection. Class Standing In order to advance in class standing, each student must have achieved the following minimum academic credits:

For Sophomore 7 credits For Junior 14 credits For Senior 21 credits or a program that will lead to graduation at the close of the year.

Prerequisites

Prerequisites must be successfully completed with a passing grade. In the case of a two-semester sequence, students who fail the first semester and pass the second semester may enroll concurrently in the next class in the sequence and the first semester of the prerequisite class.


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AGRICULTURE

INTRODUCTION TO AG INDUSTRY

COURSE LENGTH: One Year CREDIT: 1.0 COURSE LEVEL: 9, 10; SEMESTER: 1 & 2 Upper classmen by consent of instructor. REMARKS: A fee may be required for this class and payment will be included in student registration. This course will be offered every year. This course is an introduction to agriculture and the FFA organization. Students will have the opportunity to learn basic plant and animal science and agriculture carpentry. Computer use will be integrated into various topics in the course. Topics covered include: agriculture career opportunities, the FFA organization, parliamentary procedure, livestock breed characteristics, parts of the livestock animals, basic livestock evaluation, shop safety, carpentry fundamentals, selection and use of carpentry materials, basic plant growth, meat science, student record keeping, orientation to welding, small engines, concrete, plumbing, electricity, food science, and orientation to floral design and landscaping. Food science focus is on meats. At the completion of this course, students will be able to: discover what makes a “leader”—and take steps to making YOU a leader too; explore the career opportunities in agriculture; begin your career in the FFA—by learning about contests, trips, conferences, camps, awards, degrees, and other things you can get involved in; understand the history of the FFA, and learn the FFA Creed; start your own record book (either computerized or paper—your choice); run a business meeting according to correct parliamentary procedure; use correct terminology when talking about animals; identify the breed of various animals; judge livestock and dairy; work safely in the shop; make a reindeer using the woodworking skills you will learn; grow plants from seeds; tell a T-Bone steak from a Porterhouse steak, and other meat science skills; operate the Oxy-Acetylene torch; make a stepping stone from concrete; and lay out a rafter.

BASIC AG SCIENCE

COURSE LENGTH: One Semester CREDIT: 0.5 COURSE LEVEL: 10, 11, 12 SEMESTER: 1 PREREQUISITES: Intro to Ag Industry is not a required prerequisite, but it is highly recommended. REMARKS: A fee may be required for this class and payment will be included in student registration. This class will only be offered during the school years beginning in an odd number. This course is designed to give students further knowledge in the areas of animal science, plant science, and food science. Topics covered include: soils, basic soil testing, weed ID and control, livestock digestion/nutrition, livestock management practices, scientific reporting, basic corn/soybean production, genetics, food science, livestock health and diseases, livestock reproductive physiology, plant physiology, and reproduction. Food Science focus is on dairy foods. At the completion of this course, students will be able to: identify weeds common to our area; determine texture of your soil; understand where soil came from, how it formed, where it goes, and how we use it; understand why deer and cows eat hay and we don’t—and other digestive system items; calculate a feed ration for yourself, a pet, or livestock; make management decisions for successful swine, beef, and sheep production; identify the parts and functions of the female livestock’s reproductive tract; plot reproductive hormone cycles; identify the parts and functions of the male livestock’s reproductive tract; diagnose and treat various animal illnesses; follow the path milk takes from the cow to your table and understanding the processes involved; tell the difference between Brick and Monterey Jack cheese—and many more; make homemade ice cream; write a laboratory report; test the pH of common substances; and conduct scientific measurements.


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AGRICULTURE

AGRIBUSINESS MANAGEMENT COURSE LENGTH: One year CREDIT: 1.0 COURSE LEVEL: 11, 12 SEMESTER: 1 & 2 Sophomores by instructor consent. REMARKS: This class will only be offered during the school years beginning in an even number. This course is designed to give students an opportunity to learn about the economic and managerial aspects of a business, with a strong emphasis on marketing. Students will recognize opportunities in hedging, agricultural options, and the cash agricultural marketplace. Students will gain experience in advertising, securing credit, and basic economic principles. Computers, Global Positioning Systems, and surveying will be included in this class. At the completion of this course, students will be able to: follow the steps of marketing agricultural products including transportation and retail decisions; compare consumer demands to those of producers and agribusiness; create a retail display area for the annual flower sale; understand and utilize futures markets and other traded commodities and stocks; play the Marketing Simulation Game; understand and calculate agricultural options; calculate cash grain discounts; create a resume, cover letter, and job application; eat in a business setting using proper etiquette; complete paperwork to get a loan – cash flow, financial statement, etc.; calculate credit costs; analyze supply and demand in agriculture; read a plat book; understand how GPS works; conduct a profile and differential survey; read a stadia rod; complete a tax return; prepare a partial budget as a decision making tool; make insurance decisions for the agribusiness; and make a sales presentation.

AGRICULTURE MECHANICS AND TECHNOLOGY COURSE LENGTH: One Year CREDIT: 1.0 COURSE LEVEL: 10, 11, 12 SEMESTER: 1 REMARKS: A fee may be required for this class and payment will be included in student registration. This course will be offered every year. This course will give the student knowledge of welding and the basics of engine principles, as well as a brief hands-on exposure to many situations in repairing and maintaining in today’s world.

Topic areas to be covered include: welding safety, oxyacetylene welding and cutting, arc welding, parts and functions of the small engine, theory of engine operation, engine disassembly, trouble-shooting and repair, and engine assembly. At the completion of this course, students will be able to: safely weld in various situations; weld using the arc welder; weld using a MIG/wire welder; cut and pierce using the Oxy-Acetylene Torch; braze and perform repairs with the Oxy-Acetylene Torch; identify parts and tools used in working with small gasoline engines; understand how a small engine works; measure small engines for signs of wear and damage; order replacement parts for a small engine; take a small engine apart, put it back together, and have it run!


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AGRICULTURE BIOLOGICAL SCIENCE APPLICATIONS IN AGRICULTURE (BSAA) COURSE LENGTH: One Semester CREDIT: 0.5 COURSE LEVEL: 10, 11, 12 SEMESTER: 1 REMARKS: A fee may be required for this class and payment will be included in student registration. This class will only be offered during the school years beginning in an even number. This is an upper level, lab-oriented science class which allows students to explore the practical applications of the concepts learned in biology. Applications relate to the plant and animal world. Students will have the opportunity to extract DNA and use a variety of scientific equipment. At the completion of this course, students will be able to: collect samples for experimentation; streak a plate; use a microscope correctly; and convert to the Metric System; graph scientific findings; identify and use science equipment; eliminate contamination during experimentation; participate in a science fair; debate agricultural research issues which impact our society; use correct terminology when discussing genetics; predict genetic outcomes; electrophoreses genetic material; create and conduct your own experiment; candle eggs; hatch chicks; study Animal Behavior –often this is done at the zoo; test fish for changes in body temperature; and test aquatic water for dissolved oxygen, nitrites, and nitrates.

PHYSICAL SCIENCE APPLICATIONS IN AGRICULTURE (PSAA) COURSE LENGTH: One Semester CREDIT: 0.5 COURSE LEVEL: 10, 11, 12 SEMESTER: 2 REMARKS: This class will only be offered during the school years beginning in an even number.

This course is designed to reinforce and extend your understanding of physical science and the scientific process by relating your previous physical science knowledge to applications in agriculture. Topics of study are in the areas of scientific investigations, environmental /natural resource systems, agricultural structural systems, energy and power systems, agricultural mechanics, and machine systems.

NATURAL RESOURCES MANAGEMENT AND CONSERVATION COURSE LENGTH: One Semester CREDIT: 0.5 COURSE LEVEL: 11, 12 SEMESTER: 2 Sophomores with consent of instructor REMARKS: This class will only be offered during the school years beginning in an odd number.

This course allows students to learn about the relationship of agriculture to our natural resources. Main areas of study will include: wildlife ecology and management, study of hunting and fishing resources, developing a soil and water conservation program, and water quality issues. Other areas of study may include tree species and understanding forest ecology, managing the forest as well as identifying important wildlife species and their environmental preferences, and protecting the urban and rural environments. At the completion of this course, students will be able to: know how to reduce soil loss; improve water quality; identify tree species; calculate board feet in a tree; successfully complete a Hunter Safety Course; identify wildlife including mammals, upland game, and migratory birds; identify parts of a cartridge and shot shell; conserve habitat areas; identify common fish for our area; go fishing; learn what a conservation officer does; read a compass; track animals; and respect bag limits and eliminate poaching.


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AGRICULTURE AGRICULTURAL SALES & MARKETING COURSE LENGTH: One Semester CREDIT: 0.5 COURSE LEVEL: 11, 12 SEMESTER: 1 Sophomores with consent of instructor REMARKS: A fee may be required for this class and payment will be included in student registration. This class will only be offered during the school years beginning in an odd number. Agricultural Sales and Marketing includes studies of supplies of agriculture chemicals, fertilizers, and natural resources. Possible agricultural careers are investigated in supply and service. Shop time includes study of electricity and farm and home wiring. A school electricity project and a supervised experience program are required.


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ART

CREATIVE ART – DRAWING (ART I) COURSE LENGTH: One Semester CREDIT: 0.5 COURSE LEVEL: 9, 10 SEMESTER: 1 Upper classmen by consent of instructor If you cannot draw and really want to learn, this is the class for you. This is an introductory course to drawing. Various activities, skills, and information covered: learning how to draw with a variety of media. Art history will be studied as it relates to studio work. As a result of this class, students will have a basic understanding of drawing and design and two-dimensional design.

CREATIVE ART – COMPREHENSIVE (ART I)

COURSE LENGTH: One Semester CREDIT: 0.5 COURSE LEVEL: 9, 10 SEMESTER: 2 PREREQUISITES: Drawing or consent of instructor This course is designed to give students an opportunity to concentrate on the Elements of Art: line, shape, value, form, color, space, and texture. Instruction is geared to guiding students’ creativeness. As a result of this class, students will be able to build on their previous knowledge of drawing class. A deeper understanding of this process will prepare students for college level classes.

PRINTMAKING (ART II) COURSE LENGTH: One Semester CREDIT: 0.5 COURSE LEVEL: 10, 11, 12 SEMESTER: 1 PREREQUISITES: Drawing, and Comprehensive or by consent of instructor

This course is designed to give students an opportunity to concentrate in specific areas of charcoal, white charcoal, oil pastel, chalk, pen and ink, and printmaking.

As a result of this class, students will be able to improve on their abilities in specific areas of concentration. A deeper understanding in these areas of concentration will prepare students for college level coursework.

GRAPHIC DESIGN (ART II) COURSE LENGTH: One Semester CREDIT: 0.5 COURSE LEVEL: 10, 11, 12 SEMESTER: 2 PREREQUISITE: Drawing, Comprehensive, and Printmaking or by consent of instructor In this course, the student will learn the basic operation of Adobe Photoshop. They will learn about photo composition through lecture and hands-on applications. In addition, students will learn how to save images, transfer images to computer programs, retouch images through the Adobe Photoshop software program, and print images. Upon completion of this class, students will have a basic understanding of the use and potential of today’s digital cameras as well as that of the Adobe Photoshop program.


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PAINTING (ART III)

COURSE LENGTH: One Semester CREDIT: 0.5 COURSE LEVEL: 11, 12 SEMESTER: 1 PREREQUISITE: Drawing, Comprehensive, Printmaking, and Graphic Design or by consent of instructor This course is designed to give students an opportunity to concentrate in specific areas of charcoal, oil pastel, pen and ink, watercolors, and acrylic.

As a result of this class, students will be able to improve on their abilities in specific areas of concentration. A deeper understanding in these areas of concentration will prepare students for college level coursework.

CERAMICS & POTTERY (ART III)

COURSE LENGTH: One Semester CREDIT: 0.5 COURSE LEVEL: 11, 12 SEMESTER: 2 PREREQUISITE: Drawing, Comprehensive, Printmaking, Graphic Design, and Painting or by consent of

instructor This course is designed to give students an opportunity to concentrate in specific areas of ceramics and sculpture. As a result of this class, students will be able to improve on their abilities in specific areas of concentration. A deeper understanding in these areas of concentration will prepare students for college level coursework.

PORTFOLIO I &II (ART IV)

COURSE LENGTH: Two Semesters CREDIT: 1.0 COURSE LEVEL: 12 SEMESTER: 1 & 2 PREREQUISITE: Drawing, Comprehensive, Printmaking, Graphic Design, Painting, Ceramics, and Pottery or by

consent of instructor This is a dual credit class equivalent to three semester hours at Lake Land College (ART 261). This course is designed to give students an opportunity to concentrate in specific areas previously covered freshman-junior year and build a portfolio.

As a result of this class, students will be able to improve on their abilities in specific areas of concentration. A deeper understanding of the historical development of art from Pre-Renaissance through the 21st Century will be discussed. Beliefs and practices of cultures and societies will be examined. Style and symbolism combined with political, religious and philosophical traits will be explored through art.


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COMMUNICATION AND AUDIO/VISUAL

PHOTOJOURNALISM I & II COURSE LENGTH: One Year CREDIT: 1.0 COURSE LEVEL: 11, 12 SEMESTER: 1 & 2 This course will focus on using photography to convey information and experiences. It will provide students with the opportunity to improve their photo composition and photo developing skills as it applies to juristic endeavors. They will design, write, and produce a school yearbook. At the completion of the course, the students will be able to gather information, write and edit their own materials, and use technology to produce a yearbook.


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ENGLISH When determining which English course to take, students should successfully complete English Language Arts I prior to enrolling in junior level English courses (American Literature and Composition III). Students should successfully complete English Language Arts II prior to enrolling in senior level English courses (Composition IV, British Literature, Introduction to Communication, and Applied English and Communication). ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS I COURSE LENGTH: One Year CREDIT: 1.0 COURSE LEVEL: 9, 10, 11, 12 SEMESTER: 1 & 2 Intended for the freshmen level. English Language Arts I includes a basic review of grammar, usage, and mechanics that focuses on effective composition and mastery of the writing process. Students will focus on correct paragraph construction and expand into expository and persuasive essays. Student will read a variety of literature genres including short stories, poetry, plays, novels, and short nonfiction. Students will relate the literature to language, composition, and thinking skills through written analysis, and will also begin to learn the techniques of writing research papers.

ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS II COURSE LENGTH: One Year CREDIT: 1.0 COURSE LEVEL: 10 , 11, 12 SEMESTER: 1 & 2 Intended for the sophomore level. PREREQUISITE: English Language Arts I (or taken concurrently as a sophomore) This course offers a balanced focus on composition and literature. Students learn about the alternate aims and audiences of written compositions by writing persuasive, critical, and creative multi-paragraph essays and compositions. Through the study of various genres of literature, students can improve their reading rate and comprehension and develop the skills to determine the author’s intent and theme and to recognize the techniques used by the author to deliver his or her message.

COMPOSITION III

COURSE LENGTH: One Semester CREDIT: 0.5 COURSE LEVEL: 11 , 12 SEMESTER: 1 or 2 Strongly recommended for the junior level. PREREQUISITE: English Language Arts I and II (or taken concurrently as a junior) This one semester course consists of usage, mechanics, and composition work. Students will begin with composing sentences and paragraphs and end with writing a short research report. At the completion of the course, students will be able to demonstrate a mastery of English usage, demonstrate proficiency in mechanics and conventions, understand, identify problems with, and write using parallel structure, revise and write clear sentences eliminating faulty coordination, fragments and run-ons, revise to add variety to sentences and reduce wordiness, understand qualities of paragraphs and compositions, research and write a paper using MLA format.


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ENGLISH

AMERICAN LITERATURE

COURSE LENGTH: One Semester CREDIT: 0.5 COURSE LEVEL: 11 , 12 SEMESTER: 1 or 2 Strongly recommended for the junior level. PREREQUISITE: English Language Arts I and II (or taken concurrently as a junior) This course is a survey of various periods of American Literature from 1800 to present. The course focus is on comprehension, analysis, literary vocabulary, and critical thinking. Students will complete several essays and writing assignments accompanying the literature studied. At the completion of this course, students will be able to interpret and analyze various works of literature; define and appropriately use literary terms; understand the context of the historical time periods studied with the literature; complete a well-written literary analysis essay; use appropriate grammar, usage, and mechanics in an essay; and apply vocabulary to the reading of various works of literature.

COMPOSITION IV COURSE LENGTH: One Semester CREDIT: 0.5 COURSE LEVEL: 12 SEMESTER: 1 PREREQUISITE: English Language Arts I and II and Composition III (or taken concurrently as a senior) The primary focus of this course is the research paper. Advanced writing skills, grammar, usage, and mechanics will be emphasized through various reading workshops and writing assignments. This course is writing intensive. At the completion of the course, students will be able to write a reflective essay, write an analysis paper, use MLA documentation to complete a research project demonstrating analysis, synthesis and evaluation of a literary work, write a proposal, demonstrate proficiency in English usage and mechanics, and model the writing process (prewriting, revising, evaluating, and publishing).

BRITISH LITERATURE

COURSE LENGTH: One Semester CREDIT: 0.5 COURSE LEVEL: 12 SEMESTER: 2 PREREQUISITE: English Language Arts I and II and American Literature This course focuses on the geographic influence and the historical factors in the development of English literature and the English language. A survey of English literature will be supplemented with other required readings. At the completion of the course, the students will be able to interpret and analyze various works of literature, use background information, historical context and biographical information to evaluate various works of literature, work cooperatively on a project, and apply vocabulary and literary terms while reading different works of literature.


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ENGLISH

APPLIED ENGLISH AND COMMUNICATIONS COURSE LENGTH: One Semester CREDIT: 0.5 COURSE LEVEL: 12 SEMESTER: 2 PREREQUISITE: Consent of instructor

This one-semester course is spent on communication and problem solving in workplace situations. Speaking and writing skills needed to effectively communicate on the job will be the focus. Students will work on interviewing techniques, resume writing, and technical writing throughout the course. Permission of instructor required. At the completion of this course, students will be able to complete a resume; complete a cover letter; complete a letter of recommendation; complete a thank you letter, complete a job application form; understand and practice appropriate interviewing techniques; use correct grammar, usage, and mechanics in business and essay writing; interpret and analyze various works of literature; and complete a comparison/contrast essay.

INTRODUCTION TO COMMUNICATION COURSE LENGTH: One Semester CREDIT: 0.5 COURSE LEVEL: 12 SEMESTER: 1 PREREQUISITE: None This course focuses on the history, importance, and influence of different media in our society. Students are required to complete numerous projects involving different media introduced to the class. At the completion of this course, students will be able to understand the media literacy paradigm; understand mass media ownership and regulation; know the history of the following media: newspapers, books, radio, television, film, music, comics and animation, internet, advertising, and news media; understand the importance of the above listed media; understand the influence of the above listed media; use Microsoft Publisher to create a magazine; and use Audacity to create a radio commercial.

PUBLIC SPEAKING COURSE LENGTH: One Semester CREDIT: 0.5 COURSE LEVEL: 10, 11, 12 SEMESTER: 1 or 2 Intended for the sophomore level.

In this course students will study effective methods of public communication and will give at least two speeches in front of an audience. Students will study organizational skills and methods of effective delivery. At the completion of this course, students will be able to identify the components of the communication process, understand the importance of verbal and nonverbal communication, use the realities of communication apprehension and methods to deal with it, identify the various components of the listening process, use various methods of research to add credibility, communicate through a variety of multimedia techniques, organize and outline a speech, give an informative speech, and give a persuasive speech.


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JOURNALISM and PUBLICATION PRODUCTION COURSE LENGTH: One Year CREDIT: 1.0 COURSE LEVEL: 11, 12 SEMESTER: 1 & 2 Sophomores by consent of instructor PREREQUISITE: English Language Arts I and II and Composition III/American Literature (or currently enrolled).

This course will focus on newsgathering, writing, editing, desktop publishing and news production. The students will learn about the history of journalism in this country. They will design, write, and produce a school newspaper. At the completion of the course, the students will be able to gather information; write and edit their own materials; use technology to produce a newspaper twice a month (Microsoft Word, QuarkXPress, and Photoshop); understand the history of journalism and the ethics of journalism; write various types of articles; and use appropriate grammar, usage, and mechanics.

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FAMILY & CONSUMER SCIENCE

FAMILY & CONSUMER SCIENCE

COURSE LENGTH: One Year CREDIT: 1.0 COURSE LEVEL: 9,10,11, 12 SEMESTER: 1 & 2 REMARKS: A fee will be required for this class and payment will be included in student registration. This two-semester course is designed to help students understand the many fields that are included in the Family and Consumer Science department. Students enrolling in this course will be exposed to an orientation of the world of FACS careers, roles of men and women in today’s society, management of resources, decision-making skills, and development of personal relationships related to employment success and the family. Several weeks are spent on areas of study such as clothing, foods, childcare, and interior design. Laboratory experiences during one semester of the class are devoted to the development of sewing skills, basic terminology, equipment, and laundry. The students will make 2 projects: pillow case and quilts. The students will need to supply their own sewing kit, containing 8 ½” shears, seam ripper, seam gauge, quilting pins, pin cushion, and a tape measure. The other semester laboratory experiences will focus upon food preparation, nutrition, cooking terminology, and equipment.

CONSUMER EDUCATION COURSE LENGTH: One Semester CREDIT: 0.5 COURSE LEVEL: 12 SEMESTER: 1 or 2 REMARKS: State guidelines require this course for graduation. Learning experiences focus on the understanding and skills needed to make decisions about the use of resources and prevention strategies that contribute to an improved quality of life. The course content includes the following duty areas: utilizing resources and consumer information by applying goal-setting and decision-making skills, different kinds of insurance, using and understanding credit, purchasing a car and evaluating the true cost, analyzing the true cost of interest, the pros and cons of buying a home, applying consumer rights and responsibilities in the marketplace, accomplishing mutual goals by utilizing human resources, and analyzing resource/consumer management skills necessary for present and future decisions. This course meets the requirement for consumer education instruction as required by the School Code of Illinois (Section 27-12.1).

FOODS AND NUTRITION I COURSE LENGTH: One Semester CREDIT: 0.5 COURSE LEVEL: 10, 11, 12 SEMESTER: 1 PREREQUISITE: Family and Consumer Science REMARKS: A fee will be required for this class and payment will be included in student registration. Nutrition is studied to enhance the student’s knowledge of proper nutrition including nutrition labeling and the food guide pyramid. Kitchen equipment and safety, diet and health, food safety and sanitation, and preparation of foods is studied throughout the semester. Experiments and demonstrations are carried out by students as supplements to units. Laboratories include: basic food preparation, foreign foods (study of different countries and their culture), desserts, baking, and decorating cakes.


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FAMILY & CONSUMER SCIENCE FOODS AND NUTRITION II COURSE LENGTH: One Semester CREDIT: 0.5 COURSE LEVEL: 10, 11, 12 SEMESTER: 2 PREREQUISITE: Foods and Nutrition I REMARKS: A fee will be required for this class and payment will be included in student registration. Second semester takes an advanced look at food preparation. Course content includes careers in foods and nutrition, meal planning, table setting, a deeper study of each food group and current nutritional issues such as eating disorders. Laboratories include quick breads, desserts, soups, salads, cookies, eggs, fruit, vegetables, milk, cheese, and beef cookery. Similar to Foods and Nutrition I, experiments and demonstrations are carried out by students.

PARENTING

COURSE LENGTH: One Semester CREDIT: 0.5 COURSE LEVEL: 9,10, 11, 12 SEMESTER: 1 REMARKS: A fee will be required for this class and payment will be included in student registration. The focus of this course is the responsibilities of parenthood and alternative ways of meeting the needs of children and parents. How to handle different problem situations with children and the careers relating to children will be discussed. Adolescent pregnancies, birth defects, interactions between children and family members, and availability of community and social services will be included in the course.

CHILD DEVELOPMENT

COURSE LENGTH: One Semester CREDIT: 0.5 COURSE LEVEL: 9,10, 11, 12 SEMESTER: 2 REMARKS: A fee will be required for this class and payment will be included in student registration. Emphasis is placed upon learning experiences that will help students gain knowledge and understanding of the intellectual, physical, social, and emotional development of children from birth to 5 year olds. Pregnancy, childbirth, and birth defects are discussed along with the stress in the family. Other units discussed include child abuse, options for child care, and children with handicaps. There are opportunities to learn the responsibilities of teaching learning skills, fun activities, and nutritional snacks for a nursery school situation for three - five year olds. Some learning opportunities will take place outside of the classroom.


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FOREIGN LANGUAGE

SPANISH I COURSE LENGTH: One Year CREDIT: 1.0 COURSE LEVEL: 9, 10, 11 SEMESTER: 1 & 2 PREREQUISITE: A or B in English is required. A previous grade of C in English requires consent of Spanish Instructor. Students must pass the first semester to continue the class second semester. REMARKS: A fee is assessed to cover the cost of supplemental materials. This course is an introduction to the Spanish language and people. The four language skills; listening, speaking, reading, and writing; are strongly pursued. There will be a strong emphasis on grammar and vocabulary. In addition, the student is exposed to geography and Spanish culture. In order to continue with the second semester of Spanish I, a grade of “D” or higher must be met in the first semester. At the end of this course, students will be able to: recognize basic language patterns and respond appropriately to simple commands; respond to and ask simple questions; recognize the written form of familiar spoken language; discover the Spanish speaking world; write words, phrases, and simple sentences; describe people; use common forms of courtesy and greetings; and identify art forms and types of literature pertaining to Spanish speaking countries.

SPANISH II COURSE LENGTH: One Year CREDIT: 1.0 COURSE LEVEL: 10, 11, 12 SEMESTER: 1 & 2 PREREQUISITE: Completion of Spanish I with a C- or better. Students must pass the first semester to continue the class second semester. REMARKS: A fee may be required for this class and payment will be included in student registration. This course is a continuation of Spanish I with emphasis on original speaking and writing. Students will begin reading short stories. The student is also introduced to more culture study of Spanish life, people, and the geography of Spanish countries in the Spanish language. At the end of this course students will be able to: comprehend illustrated stories; follow instructions given one step at a time; produce language using proper pronunciation, intonation, and inflection; describe time, calendar, and weather conditions; write on familiar topics using appropriate grammar; present a simple written or oral report on a familiar subject; read, retell, and summarize selected literary works; describe art forms; make, use, and estimate measurements; and participate in and/or describe games, dances, and sports popular in a Spanish speaking country.

SPANISH III COURSE LENGTH: One Year CREDIT: 1.0 COURSE LEVEL: 11, 12 SEMESTER: 1 & 2 PREREQUISITE: Completion of Spanish II (III) with a C- or better. Students must pass the first semester to continue the class second semester. Spanish III is a continuation of Spanish I and II. The objectives of the course are both linguistic and cultural. An attempt will be made to sharpen the student’s grammar skills. There is more emphasis placed on conversation, composition, and reading. The student will obtain knowledge of history; of great Spanish speaking personalities; and of movements in literature, music, art, philosophy, and education. At the end of this course, students will be able to: comprehend the main messages of simple oral and audio presentations; follow instructions in the language as given in multi-step segments; respond to open-ended questions and initiate communication in various situations; produce language with improved pronunciation, intonation, and inflection; and use the language to develop an understanding of the customs, arts, literature, history, and geography associated with the target language at an intermediate level.


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FOREIGN LANGUAGE

SPANISH IV COURSE LENGTH: One Year CREDIT: 1.0 COURSE LEVEL: 12 SEMESTER: 1 & 2 PREREQUISITE: Completion of Spanish III with a C- or better. Students must pass the first semester to continue the class second semester. REMARKS: A fee may be required for this class and payment will be included in student registration. The objectives of the course are both linguistic and cultural. An attempt will be made to sharpen the student’s grammar skills. There is more emphasis placed on conversation, composition, and reading. The student will obtain knowledge of history; of great Spanish speaking personalities; and of movements in literature, music, art, philosophy and education. At the end of this course, students will be able to: use the language to make connections and reinforce knowledge and skills across academic, vocational, and technical disciplines; comprehend details of oral and audio presentations unsupported by visual aids; express differences of meaning using proper pronunciation, intonation, and inflection; and demonstrate understanding of written materials by organizing information and concepts (e.g., outlines, flow charts).


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HEALTH AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION

DRIVER EDUCATION COURSE LENGTH: One Semester CREDIT: 0.5 COURSE LEVEL: 9, 10, 11, 12 SEMESTER: 1 or 2 The purpose of this course is to teach every student driving habits, beginning with a minimum of 30 hours of classroom instruction followed by 6 hours of behind the wheel instruction. In order to enroll, students must have received a passing grade in at least 8 semester hours in the previous two semesters. (Illinois Administrative Code 23:252.25) Enrollment in the classroom will be determined by birth date. Late entries will not be placed in Driver Education until the beginning of a new course. At the completion of the course the student will be given the written exam. Passing the written exam, passing a vision exam, producing either official birth certificate or school transcript, and twenty dollars will allow a student to obtain an instruction permit. This permit is required to be held for nine months prior to obtaining a driver’s license at age 16 by Illinois’ Graduated License Law.

HEALTH EDUCATION COURSE LENGTH: One Semester CREDIT: 0.5 COURSE LEVEL: 9, 10, 11, 12 SEMESTER: 1 or 2 REMARKS: State guidelines require this course for graduation. Topics covered include: stress and mental health; suicide prevention; aging, death, and dying; nutrition; male and female reproductive anatomy and physiology; human growth and development; abstinence; marriage and the family; sexually transmitted diseases; prevention and control of disease; prevention of alcohol, tobacco, and other drug abuse; and injury prevention and safety.

COMMUNITY HEALTH COURSE LENGTH: One Year CREDIT: 1.0 COURSE LEVEL: 11, 12 SEMESTER: 1 & 2 Community Health courses cover not only personal health topics (nutrition, stress management, substance abuse prevention, disease prevention, first aid, and so on), but also more general health issues. These additional topics may include (among others) available community resources, fundamentals of the nation’s health care system, contemporary world health issues, and career options within the health field.

PHYSICAL EDUCATION COURSE LENGTH: One Year CREDIT: 1.0 COURSE LEVEL: 9, 10, 11, 12 SEMESTER: 1 & 2 As the world keeps changing and lifestyle choices change, physical activity becomes more of a demand and need in today’s society. In physical education one learns the ideas and premise behind being physically fit and how to personalize them. We also cover activities to fulfill those needs from team activities to individual. Students will be assessed on performance of skills, cognitive knowledge of rules and strategies, and everyday participation in a variety of activities from leisure to competitive. Besides activities, the student will record and interpret health-related physiological data, design and implement a personal fitness program, and know and apply the principles and components of health-related fitness.


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COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY

COURSE LENGTH: One Semester CREDIT: .5 COURSE LEVEL: 9, 10, 11, 12 SEMESTER: 1 Intended to be taken prior to Production Technology/Carpentry REMARKS: A maximum of 24 students may be enrolled in this class. A fee may be required for this class and payment will be included in student registration. This class will be offered every year. This course includes units on drafting and design, graphic arts, telecommunications, and processing and communicating information with computers. Each unit will involve students in a wide range of learning activities and experiences, including geometric construction, several mechanical drawings, operating Computer Aided Drafting, reproducing a graphic product, creating computer aided graphics, television broadcasting, and radio broadcasting. At the completion of this course, students will be able to: define technology; identify reasons for studying technology; describe how to sketch; describe how science, engineering and technology are linked; describe how technology changes; explain systems and subsystems; discuss the difference between open and closed loop systems; define criteria, constraints, optimization, and maintenance; identify tradeoffs during product development; list the six steps to solving problems; discuss ways to evaluate a design; describe the ABC of lines and drawing scales; identify common printing processes; and explain how radio and TV signals are transmitted.

BUILDING MAINTANENCE

COURSE LENGTH: One Semester CREDIT 0.5 COURSE LEVEL: 9, 10, 11, 12 SEMESTER: 2 PREREQUISITES: Communication Technology or by instructor consent. REMARKS: A maximum of 24 students may be enrolled in this class. A fee may be required for this class and payment will be included in student registration. This class will be offered every year. Drafting is an introduction of the principals, tools, materials, techniques, and equipment utilized in the production of drawings for industry. It will utilize a combination of lecture and hands on drafting exercises designed to give a broad based knowledge of the subject. Emphasis will be placed on fundamentals and techniques, lettering, orthographic projection, dimensioning, sectioning, auxiliary projections, and pictorials. Students will utilize the manual drafting equipment to fulfill the objectives of this course. Students will also learn to complete these objectives while using a Computer Aided Drafting program. Each unit will involve students in a wide range of learning activities and experiences; including several mechanical drawings and a simple floor plan.

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PRODUCTION TECHNOLOGY

COURSE LENGTH: One Semester CREDIT: 0.5 COURSE LEVEL: 10, 11, 12 SEMESTER: 1 PREREQUISITES: Communication Technology and Building Maintenance or by consent of instructor. REMARKS: A maximum of 18 students may be enrolled in this class. A fee may be required for this class and payment will be included in student registration. This class will be offered every year. This course is designed to foster an awareness and understanding of construction technology. Through a variety of learning activities, students are exposed to many career opportunities in the construction occupation. Students will be exposed to site preparation, foundations, building structures, installing utilities, finishing and servicing structures, sheet metal construction, and managing and organizing people. At the completion of this course, students will be able to measure to accurately 1/64 of an inch; identify hard and soft woods; learn how to safely use and explain the safety involved when using hand tools and power tools; describe the purpose of hand tools and power tools; describe the separating, forming, combining, conditioning, and finishing process; identify basic properties of materials; name the common engineering materials; describe how to layout; discuss the importance of assembly lines and division of labor; discuss how products are designed; figure board feet, linear feet, and square feet; construct a bill of materials sheet; and describe six simple machines.

CARPENTRY

COURSE LENGTH: One Semester CREDIT: 0.5 COURSE LEVEL: 10, 11, 12 SEMESTER: 2 PREREQUISITES: Communication Technology, Building Maintenance, and Production Technology or by consent of instructor. REMARKS: A maximum of 18 students may be enrolled in this class. A fee may be required for this class and payment will be included in student registration. This class will be offered every year. This course is designed to foster an awareness and understanding of manufacturing technology used in various wood industries. Through a variety of learning activities, students are exposed to many career opportunities in the manufacturing field. Student generated projects made of wood, wood products, or related materials will require the proper selection and safe use of hand and power tools. Students will be exposed to production planning, management, and proper use of industrial-related equipment. It will provide students with experiences in the following production areas: layout and squaring stock, cutting stock, cutting joints, assembling, fabrication methods, and finishing procedures. Also, there is an emphasis on planning, estimating, and ordering of materials in woodworking. At the completion of this course, students will be able to describe and execute squaring stock; cut stock; assemble and finish a product; describe and execute how to cut miter joints, dado joints, rabbit joints, and lap joints; discuss how to plan and estimate for a product; construct a bill of materials sheet; and how to safely use and explain the safety involved when using hand tools and power tools.



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ENERGY UTILIZATION TECHNOLOGY I

COURSE LENGTH: One Semester CREDIT: 0.5 COURSE LEVEL: 9, 10, 11, 12 SEMESTER: 1 PREREQUISITES: Communication Technology and Building Maintenance or by consent of instructor. REMARKS: A maximum of 24 students may be enrolled in this class. This class will only be offered during the school years beginning in an odd number. Energy Technology is designed to foster awareness and understanding of how we use energy in our industrial technological society. Areas of study will include conservation of energy; electrical fundamentals; solar energy resources; alternative energy resources such as wind, water, and geothermal; fossil fuels; nuclear power; and computer uses in energy technology. Student learning experiences will include testing mechanical, electrical, and fluid power systems; building solar collectors; and constructing a wind generator. At the completion of this course, students will be able to list the different forms of energy; explain renewable, nonrenewable, and unlimited energy resources; identify the most common forms of power; describe uses for each form of power; identify forms of pollution resulting from energy and power technologies; demonstrate how to weld with an 6011/7018 electrode; demonstrate how to safely use the oxyacetylene torch; demonstrate how to braze; identify the three types of electricity and the differences between them; list uses for direct and alternating current; discuss voltage, amperage, and resistance; explain the difference between a conductor and an insulator; describe the two basic types of electrical circuits; and compare analog and digital signals.

ENERGY UTILIZATION TECHNOLOGY II

COURSE LENGTH: One Semester CREDIT: 0.5 COURSE LEVEL: 9, 10, 11, 12 SEMESTER: 2 REMARKS: A maximum of 24 students may be enrolled in this class. This class will only be offered during the school years beginning in an odd number. Energy Technology is designed to foster awareness and understanding of how we use energy in our industrial technological society. Areas of study will include conservation of energy; electrical fundamentals; solar energy resources; alternative energy resources such as wind, water, and geothermal; fossil fuels; nuclear power; and computer uses in energy technology. Student learning experiences will include testing mechanical, electrical, and fluid power systems; building solar collectors; and constructing a wind generator. At the completion of this course, students will be able to list the difference forms of energy; explain renewable, nonrenewable, and unlimited energy resources; identify the most common forms of power; describe uses for each form of power; identify forms of pollution resulting from energy and power technologies; demonstrate how to weld with an 6011/7018 electrode; demonstrate how to safely use the oxyacetylene torch; demonstrate how to braze; identify the three types of electricity and the differences between them; list uses for direct and alternating current; discuss voltage, amperage, and resistance; explain the difference between a conductor and an insulator; describe the two basic types of electrical circuits; and compare analog and digital signals.



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TRANSPORTATION TECHNOLOGY I

COURSE LENGTH: One Semester CREDIT 0.5 COURSE LEVEL: 9, 10, 11, 12 SEMESTER:1 REMARKS: A maximum of 24 students may be enrolled in this class. This class will only be offered during the school years beginning in an even number.

Transportation Technology is designed to foster awareness of understanding of various transportation customs

that make up our mobile society. Through laboratory activities students will be exposed to land, water, air, and

space transportation. Students will study design and testing of a rocket and CO2 dragster.

At the completion of this course, students will be able to explain how creativity influences design, explain the

importance of engineering and appearance in design, discuss ways to evaluate designs, construct a prototype,

name some important structures, explain why asphalt and concrete are preferred materials for roadways,

identify the ways in which bridges are supported, discuss methods used to build tunnels, list the three main parts

of a dam, explain how an external combustion engine works, compare a steam engine to a steam turbine, define

four stroke and two stroke engine cycles, tell how an internal combustion engine works, describe the purpose of

a crankshaft, discuss how a hybrid automobile is powered, summarize the advantages and disadvantages of

hybrid and fuel cell cars, name the different types of land transportation, examine the purpose of a transmission,

list the different types of ships, discuss ways in which air and space transportation are used, and explain how an

airplane is lifted into the air.

TRANSPORTATION TECHNOLOGY II

COURSE LENGTH: One Semester CREDIT 0.5 COURSE LEVEL: 9, 10, 11, 12 SEMESTER:2 REMARKS: A maximum of 24 students may be enrolled in this class. This class will only be offered during the school years beginning in an even number.

Transportation Technology is designed to foster awareness of understanding of various transportation customs

that make up our mobile society. Through laboratory activities students will be exposed to land, water, air, and

space transportation. Students will study design and testing of a rocket and CO2 dragster.

At the completion of this course, students will be able to explain how creativity influences design, explain the

importance of engineering and appearance in design, discuss ways to evaluate designs, construct a prototype,

name some important structures, explain why asphalt and concrete are preferred materials for roadways,

identify the ways in which bridges are supported, discuss methods used to build tunnels, list the three main parts

of a dam, explain how an external combustion engine works, compare a steam engine to a steam turbine, define

four stroke and two stroke engine cycles, tell how an internal combustion engine works, describe the purpose of

a crankshaft, discuss how a hybrid automobile is powered, summarize the advantages and disadvantages of

hybrid and fuel cell cars, name the different types of land transportation, examine the purpose of a transmission,

list the different types of ships, discuss ways in which air and space transportation are used, and explain how an

airplane is lifted into the air.



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MATHEMATICS

ALGEBRA I COURSE LENGTH: One Year CREDIT: 1.0 COURSE LEVEL: 9, 10, 11 SEMESTER: 1 & 2 PREREQUISITE: Recommendation of eighth grade math teacher and/or score on math placement test. REMARKS: Scientific calculators are required for this class. Course Description: The focus of this course is around families of functions, with an emphasis on linear and quadratic functions. Students will learn multiple ways of representing these functions including: verbally, as equations, tables, and graphs with and without the use of technology. Students will also study how to apply functions to different real-world situations.

ALGEBRA PART I/PART II COURSE LENGTH: One Year CREDIT: 2.0 COURSE LEVEL: 9, 10 SEMESTER: 1 & 2 PREREQUISITE: Recommendation of eighth grade math teacher or score on math placement test. REMARKS: This is a double period class. Scientific calculators are required for this class. TI- 83 or TI- 84 calculators are strongly recommended. Students will also need a protractor, compass and ruler for this class. This elementary algebra course provides extra support to build a solid foundation for future mathematics courses. The same concepts are covered as are covered in Algebra I, but because students who register for this class may not have the solid foundation in arithmetic and pre-algebra skills necessary for success in Algebra I, this course meets every day in the block schedule.

GEOMETRY COURSE LENGTH: One Year CREDIT: 1.0 COURSE LEVEL: 10, 11, 12 SEMESTER: 1 & 2 PREREQUISITE: Algebra I or recommendation of eighth grade math teacher or score on math placement test. REMARKS: Scientific calculators are required for this class. Course Description: Students will develop reasoning and problem solving skills as they study topics such as congruence and similarity, and apply properties of lines, polygons, and circles. They will apply skills involving length, perimeter, area, circumference, surface area, and volume to solve real-world applications.

INFORMAL GEOMETRY COURSE LENGTH: One Year CREDIT: 1.0 COURSE LEVEL: 10, 11, 12 SEMESTER: 1 & 2 PREREQUISITE: Consent of instructor REMARKS: Scientific calculators are required for this class. This course focuses on the key topics that provide a strong foundation in the essentials of geometry. The key topics include inductive/deductive reasoning, polygons, circles, and trigonometric functions. The emphasis will be placed on triangles and quadrilaterals, studying properties from each, proving congruence and similarity, and finding area and volume.


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MATHEMATICS

ALGEBRA II

COURSE LENGTH: One Year CREDIT: 1.0 COURSE LEVEL: 10, 11, 12 SEMESTER: 1 & 2 PREREQUISITE: Completion of Geometry (or taken in conjunction with Geometry). REMARKS: Scientific calculators are required for this class. This intermediate algebra course is a continuation of Algebra I; students will make connections between algebraic, tabular, and graphical models. An emphasis is placed on understanding relations and functions, including linear equations, polynomials, rational, and radical functions. Real world applications are a part of the class.

TRIGONOMETRY

COURSE LENGTH: One Semester CREDIT: 0.5 COURSE LEVEL: 11, 12 SEMESTER: 1 PREREQUISITE: Completion of Algebra II REMARKS: Graphing calculators such as the TI-83 or TI-84 are strongly recommended for this course. This is a dual credit class (when taken with PreCalculus 2nd semester) equivalent to 5 semester hours at Lake Land College (MAT 140). This course includes the study of basic trigonometric functions and analytic trigonometric functions. The graphing of trigonometric functions and solving of trigonometric functions is highly emphasized. Real world problems covered include the use of right triangle trigonometry, the law of sines, and the law of cosines.

TRIG/ALGERBA I (Part I of Algebra II)

COURSE LENGTH: One Year CREDIT: 1.0 COURSE LEVEL: 11, 12 SEMESTER: 1 & 2 PREREQUISITE: Completion of Geometry or Informal Geometry (or taken in conjunction with Geometry or

Informal Geometry). REMARKS: Graphing calculators such as the TI-83 or TI-84 are strongly recommended for this course. Course Description: This course is a study of functions including linear, quadratic, and rational functions. The main emphasis is on quadratic functions. Students will represent the functions in multiple ways – verbal descriptions, equations, tables, and graphs. Students will also model real world situations using the functions.

TRIG/ALGEBRA II (Part II of Algebra II)

COURSE LENGTH: One Year CREDIT: 1.0 COURSE LEVEL: 12 SEMESTER: 1 & 2 PREREQUISITE: Completion of Geometry (or taken in conjunction with Geometry). REMARKS: Graphing calculators such as the TI-83 or TI-84 are strongly recommended for this course. Course Description: This course is a study of functions including linear, quadratic, exponential, radical, trigonometric, and rational functions. Students will represent the functions in multiple ways – verbal descriptions, equations, tables, and graphs. Students will also model real world situations using the functions.


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MATHEMATICS

STATISTICS COURSE LENGTH: One Year CREDIT: 1.0 COURSE LEVEL: 11, 12 SEMESTER: 1 & 2 PREREQUISITE: Completion of Algebra II or consent of instructor REMARKS: Graphing calculators such as the TI-83 or TI-84 are strongly recommended for this course.

This is a dual credit class that is equivalent to 3 semester hours at Lake Land College (MAT 125). Students will learn to conduct statistical experiments, evaluate results, and understand a variety of statistical measurement techniques. The content includes probability, frequency distributions, graphical presentation, measure of location and variance, sampling techniques, and hypothesis testing.

PRE-CALCULUS

COURSE LENGTH: One semester CREDIT: 0.5 COURSE LEVEL 11, 12 SEMESTER: 2 PREREQUISITE: Completion of Trigonometry REMARKS: Graphing calculators such as the TI-83 or TI-84 are strongly recommended for this course. This is a dual credit class (when taken with Trigonometry 1st semester) equivalent to 5 semester hours at Lake Land College (MAT 140). This course emphasizes preparation for college and advanced programs. The graphs and use of exponential and logarithmic functions are emphasized.

CALCULUS

COURSE LENGTH: One Year CREDIT: 1.0 COURSE LEVEL 11, 12 SEMESTER: 1 & 2 PREREQUISITE: Completion of Trigonometry & Pre-Calculus REMARKS: Graphing calculators such as the TI-83 or TI-84 are strongly recommended for this course. This is a dual credit class equivalent to 5 semester hours at Lake Land College (MAT 241). This course will cover differential and integral calculus of elementary functions of one variable. Applications studied will include rates of change, optimization, curve sketching, and area under a curve.


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MISCELLANEOUS

VOCATIONAL EDUCATION

COURSE LENGTH: One year CREDIT: 1.0 COURSE LEVEL 11, 12 SEMESTER: 1 & 2 REMARKS: Must have approval of the special education teacher. The Vocational Education program consists of classroom training, school wide training and community training experiences. Students learn important skills that help prepare them as they move through our vocational program to the world of work upon graduation. Skills address are as follows: following direction, building endurance, completing single to multi step job tasks, appropriate work behavior, gaining independence at the student’s level, and responsibility. This program is the student’s first exposure to work skill training and developing their interests and skill levels as related to the world of work.


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MUSIC

GENERAL BAND COURSE LENGTH: One or Two Semesters CREDIT: 0.5 per semester COURSE LEVEL: 9, 10, 11, 12 SEMESTER: 1 & 2 Band is a performance class offered to any student who plays an instrument included in the standard band instrumentation. Students enrolled in this course are required to participate in all band performances unless excused by the instructor. Class work will include preparation and performances at extra-curricular activities plus other public performances as seen fit by the director. Grades in the course are based on ability, attitude, effort, cooperation, and dependability. Music fundamentals, appreciation, and theory as they pertain to band literature will be included. To be successful, band members must agree to accept the responsibility of extra rehearsals and performances outside of school time.

CHORUS COURSE LENGTH: One or Two Semesters CREDIT: 0.5 per semester COURSE LEVEL: 9, 10, 11, 12 SEMESTER: 1 & 2 Chorus is a performance class offered to any Altamont High School student. Students enrolled in this course are required to participate in all choir performances unless excused by the instructor. Basic fundamentals of choral music such as tone production, rhythm, diction, and blend are taught. A wide range of choral literature is studied as well as theory, sight singing, and ear training. Class work will include preparation for and participation in public performances as seen fit by the director. Grades in the course are based on ability, attitude, effort, cooperation, and dependability. Chorus members must agree to accept the responsibility of extra rehearsals and performances outside of school time.


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SCIENCE

CONCEPTUAL BIOLOGY

COURSE LENGTH: One Year CREDIT: 1.0 COURSE LEVEL: 9, 10 SEMESTER: 1 & 2 PREREQUISITE: Recommendation of eighth grade science teacher or score on science placement test. Intended for the freshman level. This introductory biology class focuses on the study of life as used in everyday experiences. Course topics include cellular biology, importance of leaves, ecology, evolution, the scientific method, genetics, classifications, and relationships found within a community. Students will be required to do hands-on activities and projects to reinforce the topics.

BIOLOGY I

COURSE LENGTH: One Year CREDIT: 1.0 COURSE LEVEL: 9, 10, 11, 12 SEMESTER: 1 & 2 Intended for the freshman/sophomore level. Introductory biology class focuses on the science of biology, including the tools and procedures of biology Emphasis is placed on cell biology including the structure and function of the cell, photosynthesis and cell respiration, and cell growth and division. Course topics include Genetics and evolution and the fossil record, the scientific method, graphing, and an introduction to chemistry, classification and characteristics of living things. Students will be required to do hands-on activities, and projects to reinforce the topics.

BIOLOGY – ADVANCED STUDIES

COURSE LENGTH: One Year CREDIT: 1.0 COURSE LEVEL: 10, 11, 12 SEMESTER: 1 & 2 PREREQUISITE: Biology I This course is designed for students wanting to broaden their knowledge of the Life Sciences. The course will take an in depth look at ecology including: The Biosphere, ecosystems, communities and biomes of living things, and humans in the biosphere. Various types of species’ interactions such as competition for food and territory among animals will be investigated. Students will also further their understanding of genetics with an in depth look at genetic engineering, human molecular genetics and DNA analysis. Modern theories on evolution including adaptive radiation, convergent evolution, co-evolution and punctuated equilibrium, phylogeny and cladograms. Student will also gain deeper understanding of the kingdoms of living things with strong focus on plants and invertebrate and vertebrate zoology.

ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY

COURSE LENGTH: One Year CREDIT: 1.0 COURSE LEVEL: 11, 12 SEMESTER: 1 & 2 PREREQUISITE: Biology I, Chemistry I This is a course designed for upper level students who want to do additional work in biology. Topics covered include: the organization of the human body, the supporting framework and movement, coordination and control of the body, the digestive system, the respiratory system, the transport systems, blood and the genetics of blood type, the regulatory systems and metabolism, the endocrine systems, reproduction, heredity, cell physiology. Strong focus on comparative anatomy during the cat dissection.


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SCIENCE

CHEMISTRY I

COURSE LENGTH: One Year CREDIT: 1.0 COURSE LEVEL: 10, 11, 12 SEMESTER: 1 & 2 PREREQUISITE: Algebra REMARKS: A scientific calculator is required for the course. Chemistry involves the study of the composition of matter. This class involves an in depth discussion and investigation of matter and its properties. Historic and current theories of the atom are discussed as well as the history of the periodic table. Students are introduced to the concepts of the mole, stoichiometry, and chemical reactions. Additional content includes laboratory safety, naming compounds and writing chemical formulas, extracting elemental information from the periodic table, nuclear reactions, ionic and covalent compounds, molecular shapes, polarity and the interactions between atoms and molecules. The course is presented in a lecture / lab format.

CHEMISTRY – ADVANCED STUDIES

COURSE LENGTH: One Year CREDIT: 1.0 COURSE LEVEL: 11, 12 SEMESTER: 1 & 2 PREREQUISITE: Chemistry I REMARKS: A scientific calculator is required for the course. Students discuss in more detail and depth topics introduced in Chemistry I, as well as new topics not discussed in Chemistry I. Those topics include Thermochemistry, Condensed States of Matter, Gas Laws, Solution Preparation, Reaction Equilibrium, Acids-Base Reactions and Buffers, Redox Chemistry, and, if time allows, an introduction to Organic Chemistry. Students are expected to be very self-directed. This class is designed to prepare the college bound student for a college level chemistry class.

PHYSICS

COURSE LENGTH: One Year CREDIT: 1.0 COURSE LEVEL: 11, 12 SEMESTER: 1 & 2 PREREQUISITE: C or better in Geometry, Recommended completion of Trigonometry or permission of instructor. REMARKS: A scientific calculator is required for the course. Physics is the study of the interactions between forces, energy, and matter. We will study the relationships between motion, force, work, energy, gravity, speed, acceleration, and friction. Rotational and circular motion as well as projectile motion will also be discussed. Waves, sound, and light will be studied as well as electricity and magnetism. Students will compete in several design competitions throughout the year including a toothpick bridge, a mousetrap catapult, and a mousetrap car. This class requires extremely strong problem solving and logic skills and is not for the student seeking an easy science class. Physics is by far the most demanding science class for the high school student and requires an excellent grasp of mathematics.


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SOCIAL SCIENCE

WORLD HISTORY

COURSE LENGTH: One Year CREDIT: 1.0 COURSE LEVEL: 9, 10, 11, 12 SEMESTER: 1 & 2 Intended for the freshmen level. REMARKS: World History is a required course for graduation. This course surveys begins with a study of world geography, including the 5 Themes of Geography and mapping skills. The first half of the course focuses on Prehistory, working through Africa, European and Asian history until the Roman Era. The second half of the course begins with early migration to the Americas and focuses back on European history including the Middle Ages, the Crusades and ending with Renaissance Italy. The course will cover many different topics including governments, economics, religions, geography and culture.

U. S. HISTORY COURSE LENGTH: One Year CREDIT: 1.0 COURSE LEVEL: 11, 12 SEMESTER: 1 & 2 REMARKS: State guidelines require this course for graduation.

This course is an overview of United States history from the time of the American Revolution through the Cold War. It places an emphasis on political, economic, social, and cultural development of the United States. The class will further examine American culture through a chronological survey of major issues, movements, people (individuals and groups), and events in the United States. This course also requires that students have a knowledge of the 50 states and their capitals.

U.S. GOVERNMENT COURSE LENGTH: One year CREDIT: 0.5 COURSE LEVEL: 12 SEMESTERS: 1 or 2 REMARKS: A fee may be required for this class and payment will be included in student registration. State guidelines require this course for graduation. This course is a study of the governmental system of the United States. It compares different government systems, as well as, economic systems. The class includes a background of United States government leading up to the signing of the Constitution, followed by an analysis of the United States Constitution. Each branch of government is then dissected to determine the roles and responsibilities of Legislative, Executive and Judicial Branches of government. A United States Constitution test must be passed to meet graduation requirements.

INTRODUCTION TO PSYCHOLOGY COURSE LENGTH: One Year CREDIT: 1.0 COURSE LEVEL: 11, 12 SEMESTER: 1& 2 This course is the study of psychology and attempts to answer the questions of why man and woman behave the way he/she does and what are the reasons for this behavior. This class is set up to introduce the student to the basic methods and principles of these behaviors. The course covers concepts and principles in: scientific method, history and systems, sensation, perception, learning, memory, and motivation/emotion. Additional content includes growth from conception to death focusing on cognitive, physical, and emotional development; psychological disorders; how the nervous system, brain, endocrine system and heredity affect behavior; how intelligence is defined and measured; and how people learn.


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SOCIAL SCIENCE

INTRODUCTION TO SOCIOLOGY COURSE LENGTH: One Year CREDIT: 1.0 COURSE LEVEL: 11, 12 SEMESTER: 1 & 2 REMARKS: This class will only be offered during the school years beginning in an odd number. Sociology is the study of how society reacts to everyday social, economic, and cultural occurrences. Students are encouraged to apply life experiences, current events, and opinions to the major concepts and topics presented. Topics include social issues, such as abortion, norms, deviance, dating, family life, crime, ethic relations, and age/gender.

CONTEMPORARY U.S. ISSUES

COURSE LENGTH: Two Semesters CREDIT: 0.5/Semester COURSE LEVEL: 11, 12 SEMESTER: 1 & 2 REMARKS: This class will only be offered during the school years beginning in an even number, but must have 10 students enrolled. Contemporary U.S. Issues is an exploratory project based class built upon up-to-date reputable news sources. The class will focus on issues influencing lives in today’s society. It is an integration of the Social Sciences, Writing, and Reading. Students will evaluate current events at the local, state, national, and global level through discussion forums, writing prompts, debates, and presentations. Students will research current topics and the trends of today’s multicultural society. Students will use critical thinking skills in exploring the effects of ongoing conflicts using a selection of media. Speaking and listening skills are reinforced through class discussions and oral presentations. A variety of articles will be selected to focus on reading comprehension. This is an interdisciplinary class enabling students to comprehend a theme from multiple points of view.

STRATEGIES FOR SUCCESS

COURSE LENGTH: One Year CREDIT: 1.0 COURSE LEVEL: 11, 12 SEMESTER: 1 & 2 REMARKS: It must have 10 students enrolled. This is a dual credit class equivalent to two semester hours at Lake Land College (SFS 101). The course is designed to develop students into master learners throughout their academic and life settings. Class focuses on necessary skills for constructive and efficient learning including: individual learning styles, improving memory, reading strategies and comprehension, note taking skills, testing strategies, communication skills, cultural diversity, money management, health and wellness, career planning and exploration, and researching available resources for academic and life settings.


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SOCIAL SCIENCE

MODERN U.S. HISTORY COURSE LENGTH: One Semester CREDIT: 0.5 COURSE LEVEL: 10, 11, 12 SEMESTER: 1 or 2 REMARKS: It must have 10 students enrolled. Recent U.S. History courses examine the history of the United States from the 1950’s or Kennedy era through the present time. These courses include a historical review of political, military, scientific, and social developments. Students will utilize primary and secondary source readings in order to experience a better understanding of events that occurred from 1960-2000. By the end of this course, students should see the relevance of history to their daily lives and understand how the ideas and events of the past shape the institutions and debates of contemporary America. Students should recognize that our democratic political system depends on them—as educated citizens—to survive and prosper.


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EXTERNAL COURSE WORK

OKAW VOCATIONAL SCHOOL COURSE LENGTH: One Year CREDIT: 2.0 COURSE LEVEL: 11, 12 SEMESTER: 1 & 2 REMARKS: A fee is required for these classes and payment will be included in student registration.

Courses in the LACC are available for Altamont students. Each course has its own prerequisites; however, junior status in high school and at least age sixteen are requirements for all programs. Contact the guidance counselor for further information. The following vocational areas are offered at LACC:

Auto Body I & II Automotive Technician I & II

Construction Trades I & II Graphic Communications I

Commercial Advertising I Architectural Drafting I & II

Computer Technology and Networking I & II Culinary Occupations I & II

Health Occupations Law Enforcement I & II

Machine Shop Technology I &II Information Processing I & II

Agricultural Machinery Service I & II Welding Technology I & II

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