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WINDSOR HIGH

SCHOOL

2012-2013

COURSE DESCRIPTION HANDBOOK


Table of Contents

Important Contact Numbers ………………………………………………………………… 3

General Registration Information …………………………………………………………… 4

Graduation Requirements ……………………………………………………………………. 5

Credit Recovery Options ……………………………………………………………………... 11

Post-secondary Options ………………………………………………………………………. 12

Are you planning to go to college?

NCAA/NAIA

Advanced Academic Opportunities …………………………………………………………. 14

Advanced Placement

Dual Credit

Concurrent Enrollment

Early Graduation

Weighted Grades

Home-based Education Program Guidelines ……………………………………………….. 18

Course Descriptions …………………………………………………………………………... 19

Additional Education Opportunities ………………………………………………………… 65

Special Education Programs of Study ………………………………………………………. 67

Special Education Information

Changes in IEP Requirements

The West (Windsor Exceptional Students in Transition Program)


IMPORTANT CONTACT NUMBERS

GENERAL Main Office Telephone: 970.686.8100 Main Office Fax: 970.686.8101 Attendance Reporting: 970.686.8105 Office Hours: 7:15 a.m. – 4:15 p.m. ADMINISTRATION Jeanne Findley, Principal 970.686.8114 [email protected] Dick Thomas, Assistant Principal/Activities Director 970.686.8116 [email protected] Mark Kanagy, Assistant Principal/Athletic Director 970.686.8119 [email protected] Kevin Copher, Dean of Students 970.686.8115 [email protected] COUNSELING Counseling Office Telephone: 970.686.8120 Counseling Office Fax: 970.686.8125 Counselors Libba James Last Names A-G 970.686.8123 [email protected] Alicia Martin Last Names H-O 970.686.8122 [email protected] Angie Rizzuto, Lead Counselor Last Names P-Z 970.686.8124 [email protected] Amanda LePage, Special Services 970.686.8126 [email protected]


GENERAL REGISTRATION INFORMATION NOTE TO STUDENTS: This guide is designed to help you and your parents plan your high school program at Windsor High School. It is important to seek the help of parents, teachers, counselors, and administrators in planning an educational program to fit your needs. Each student should strive to get the best preparation out of his or her time in high school in order to be successful in the world of work, technical school, or university.

1. Before enrolling in Windsor High School, it is helpful to plan a four-year course of study with your parents, using the course descriptions and graduation requirements enclosed in this guide. Transfer students are subject to Windsor High School graduation requirements.

2. Complete the pre-registration sheets by requesting eight courses each semester. You will register for both semesters. Make your selections carefully, with your future goal in mind.

3. Select courses for the proper grade level.

4. All required courses not passed must be retaken.

5. Make sure you have met the necessary prerequisites for all of the courses you select. The Administration reserves the right to review prerequisites and make placement decisions.

6. Obtain instructor approval if required.

7. Students are responsible for checking with a counselor regarding their credits for graduation. DEFINITIONS:

1. SCHOOL YEAR consists of two semesters or four quarters. Final grades are awarded at the end of each semester. 2. QUARTER GRADE is a mid-term checkpoint designed to inform students/parents of the grade standing mid-way

through the course. They are NOT separate grades that are averaged together.

3. UNIT OF CREDIT is the measure of school credit. One-half (.5) unit of credit may be earned by satisfactorily completing the work in a subject each semester. The credit value of each subject is published in the course description.

4. PREREQUISITE refers to the requirements that are recommended or must be met before taking certain courses.

5. REQUIRED COURSES are courses that must be completed to qualify for a diploma.

6. ELECTIVE COURSES are courses that may be chosen by the student.


GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS

CLASS OF 2013 BASIC DIPLOMA 28 CREDITS TOTALEnglish 4.0 Credits

1.0 9th Grade English .5 10th Speech & Composition .5 10th Literature 1.0 American Literature 1.0 Additional English Class

Mathematics 3.0 Credits 1.0 Algebra 1 1.0 Course Higher than Algebra 1 1.0 Additional Math Class

Social Studies 3.5 Credits 1.0 World Geography 1.0 World History 1.0 U.S. History .5 United States Government & Civics

Science 3.0 Credits 1.0 Earth & Space Science 1.0 Biology 1.0 Other Science Class

Physical Education 1.5 Credits .5 Physical Education 1 1.0 Other P.E. Electives (Activity based P.E. class not including Responding to

Emergencies)

(A waiver of 1 P.E. credit may be obtained by successfully completing three sports in any one academic year and shall only be granted one time. This waiver does not reduce the number of total credits required for graduation.)

Health .5 Credit

World Languages No World Language Required

Fine Arts 1.0 Credit Selected from:

Performing Arts Vocal & Instrumental Music Visual Arts

Career and Technical 1.0 Credit Selected from: Family and Consumer Sciences Business Industrial Design & Technology Agriculture

Electives 10.5 Credits


Graduation Requirements Continued

CLASS OF 2013 ENDORSED DIPLOMA 28 CREDITS TOTAL The Endorsed Diploma requires all Basic Diploma coursework plus the additional requirements listed below:English 4.0 Credits (to include the basic requirement coursework)

All of which shall include courses that emphasize writing or composition skills as well as literature, speech, or debate. Advanced Placement or other approved college level coursework also accepted.

Mathematics 4.0 Credits (to include the basic requirement coursework) All of which are Algebra 1 or higher. Advanced Placement or other approved college level coursework also accepted. Algebra 1 or greater taken in 8th grade and having achieved a C or greater may count as one of the four credits required but shall not reduce the credits required for graduation.

Social Studies 4.0 Credits (to include the basic requirement coursework) Advanced Placement or other approved college level coursework also accepted.

Science 3.0 Credits (to include the basic requirement coursework) 1.0 Earth & Space Science 1.0 Biology 1.0 Other Lab-based Science Class Advanced Placement or other approved college level coursework also accepted.

Physical Education 1.5 Credits .5 Physical Education 1 1.0 Other P.E. Electives (Activity based P.E. class not including Responding to Emergencies) (A waiver of 1 P.E. credit may be obtained by successfully completing three sports in any one academic year and shall only be granted one time. This waiver does not reduce the number of total credits required for graduation.)

Health .5 Credit

World Languages 2.0 Credits from the same World Language

Fine Arts 1.0 Credit Selected from: Performing Arts Vocal & Instrumental Music Visual Arts

Career and Technical 1.0 Credit Selected from: Family & Consumer Sciences Business Industrial Design & Technology Agriculture




CLASS OF 2014 BASIC DIPLOMA 28 CREDITS TOTALEnglish 4.0 Credits

1.0 9th Grade English .5 10th Speech & Composition .5 10th Literature 1.0 American Literature 1.0 Additional English Class

Mathematics 3.0 Credits 1.0 Algebra 1 2.0 Additional Math Classes

Social Studies 3.5 Credits 1.0 World Geography 1.0 World History 1.0 U.S. History .5 United States Government & Civics

Science 3.0 Credits 1.0 Earth & Space Science 1.0 Biology 1.0 Other Science Class

Physical Education 1.5 Credits .5 Physical Education 1 1.0 Other P.E. Electives (Activity based P.E. class not including Responding to Emergencies) (A waiver of 1 P.E. credit may be obtained by successfully completing three sports in any one academic year and shall only be granted one time. This waiver does not reduce the number of total credits required for graduation.)

Health .5 Credit







CLASS OF 2014 ADVANCED DIPLOMA 28 CREDITS TOTAL The Advanced Diploma requires all Basic Diploma coursework plus the additional requirements listed below: For the Class of 2014 and beyond, the Advanced Diploma Option will take the place of the Endorsed Diploma. English 4.0 Credits (to include the basic requirement coursework)

To include 1.0 credit of College Composition and Literature or 1.0 credit of AP Literature.

Mathematics 4.0 Credits (to include the basic requirement coursework) To include Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II, Dual-credit or AP courses, and coursework considered higher than Algebra I (excluding Intermediate Algebra). Advanced Diploma coursework must be taken at the high school.


Science 4.0 Credits (to include the basic requirement coursework) Physical Education 1.5 Credits

.5 Physical Education 1 1.0 Other P.E. Electives (Activity based P.E. class not including Responding to

Emergencies) (A waiver of 1 P.E. credit may be obtained by successfully completing three sports in any one academic year and shall only be granted one time. This waiver does not reduce the number of total credits required for graduation.)

Health .5 Credit



Career and Technical

1.0 Credit Selected from: Family and Consumer Sciences Business Industrial Design & Technology Agriculture




CLASS OF 2015 AND BEYOND BASIC DIPLOMA 28 CREDITS TOTALEnglish 4.0 Credits (to include the basic requirement coursework)

1.0 9th Grade English 1.0 10th Grade Literature and Composition 1.0 American Literature 1.0 Additional English Class

Mathematics 3.0 Credits (to include the basic requirement coursework) 1.0 Algebra 1 2.0 Additional Math Classes

Social Studies 3.5 Credits (to include the basic requirement coursework) 1.0 World Geography 1.0 World History 1.0 U.S. History .5 United States Government & Civics

Science 3.0 Credits (to include the basic requirement coursework) 1.0 Earth & Space Science 1.0 Biology 1.0 Other Science Class

Physical Education 1.5 Credits .5 Physical Education 1 1.0 Other P.E. Electives (Activity based P.E. class not including Responding to Emergencies) (Beginning with the Class of 2015, PE waivers for athletic participation will no longer be granted.)

Health .5 Credit

Wizard 101 .5 Credit This class is required for incoming freshman who begin the school year at WHS in the fall semester of their 9th grade year. Transfer students entering after fall semester of their freshman year must take an additional elective course in lieu of Wizard 101.







CLASS OF 2015 AND BEYOND ADVANCED DIPLOMA 28 CREDITS TOTAL The Advanced Diploma requires all Basic Diploma coursework

plus the additional requirements listed below : English 4.0 Credits (to include the basic requirement coursework)

To include 1.0 credit of College Composition and Literature or 1.0 credit of AP Literature.

Mathematics 4.0 Credits (to include the basic requirement coursework) To include Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II, Dual-credit or AP courses, and coursework considered higher than Algebra I (excluding Intermediate Algebra). Advanced Diploma coursework must be taken at the high school.


Science 4.0 Credits (to include the basic requirement coursework) Physical Education 1.5 Credits

.5 Physical Education 1 1.0 Other P.E. Electives (Activity based P.E. class not including Responding to Emergencies) (Beginning with the Class of 2015, PE waivers for athletic participation will no longer be granted.)

Health

.5 Credit

Wizard 101 .5 Credit This class is required for incoming freshman who begin the school year at WHS in the fall semester of their 9th grade year. Transfer students entering after fall semester of their freshman year must take an additional elective course in lieu of Wizard 101.



Career and Technical

1.0 Credit Selected from: Family & Consumer Sciences Business Industrial Design & Technology Agriculture



CREDIT RECOVERY OPTIONS

If a student fails to receive credit in a course for any reason (failing grade, poor attendance, etc.), they may choose to re-take the class through:

1. After school credit recovery program (PLATO) or other on-line recovery options not associated with Weld RE-4 School

District. These options must be pre-approved by a Windsor High School counselor. PLATO is available for a cost of $150.00 (per session when scheduled through the after school PLATO program). Students may also pursue credit recovery options not associated with Weld RE-4 School District—those fees vary program to program and the student should work with their counselor for enrollment procedures.

2. Re-scheduling the class during the regular school day if space is available. Fee is $75.00 per course.


POST-SECONDARY OPTIONS

Are you planning to go to college? If you are going to college, you must plan your high school experience accordingly. College admission is usually dependent on the following:

1. The Colorado Commission on Higher Education adopted the Higher Education Admission Requirements that are entry requirements for students planning to attend any of Colorado’s public four-year colleges or universities. Private colleges and universities set their own admission standards, so students should contact those institutions directly for information regarding their enrollment policies. Additionally, public two-year colleges have open enrollment policies, meaning that students applying to these schools do not need to meet the following admissions requirements. Students planning to attend a four-year college or university in Colorado will need to complete the following classes in order to fulfill the Higher Education Admission Requirements. Meeting the Higher Education Admissions Requirements does not guarantee admission to a four-year public institution. Colleges and universities may have additional requirements. Academic Area: 2010+ Graduates English** 4 years Mathematics (must include Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II or equivalents)*** 4 years Natural/Physical Sciences (two units must be Lab-based)*** 3 years Social Studies (at least one unit of U.S. or World History) 3 years Foreign Language 1-3 years, depending on the institution Academic Electives**** 2 years **Two units of ESL English may count for HEAR requirements when combined with two units successfully completed college preparatory English. ***College-preparatory ESL mathematics/science courses that include content and academic rigor/level comparable to other acceptable courses may satisfy HEAR requirements. ****Acceptable Academic Electives include additional courses in English, mathematics, natural/physical sciences and social sciences, foreign languages, art, music, journalism, drama, computer science, honors, Advanced Placement, International Baccalaureate courses, and appropriate CTE courses.

2. Grade Point Average 3. Rank in graduating class

4. Personal recommendations from teachers, counselors, and community members

5. Participation in school and community activities

6. College essay (required at selected colleges)


NCAA/NAIA Eligibility

Students who plan to participate in athletics at the collegiate level must register with the NCAA Eligibility Center, www.eligibilitycenter.org or the NAIA Eligibility Center, www.playnaia.org. Please see your counselor for additional information on eligibility requirements. The following information pertains to NCAA eligibility only. The NCAA Eligibility Center is responsible for determining the eligibility of every college-bound student-athlete in NCAA Divisions I and II. Student athletes receive academic certification from the NCAA by meeting academic initial-eligibility requirements for Division I, II, or III. Academic initial-eligibility requirements are different for each of the three divisions and it is possible for a college-bound student-athlete to be eligible in one division and not another.

Core Courses Please read each course description to determine which Windsor High School courses are NCAA approved core courses. NCAA approval is listed under the course title.

DIVISION I 16 Core Courses:

4 years of English. 3 years of mathematics (Algebra I or higher). 2 years of natural/physical science (1 year of

lab if offered by high school). 1 year of additional English, mathematics, or

natural/physical science. 2 years of social science. 4 years of additional courses (from any area

above, foreign language, or nondoctrinal religion/philosophy).

DIVISION II 14 Core Courses:

3 years of English. 2 years of mathematics (Algebra I or higher). 2 years of natural/physical science (1 year of lab if

offered by high school). 2 years of additional English, mathematics, or

natural/physical science. 2 years of social science. 3 years of additional courses (from any area above,

foreign language, or nondoctrinal religion/philosophy)

PLEASE NOTE: Beginning August 1, 2013, students planning to attend an NCAA Division II institution will be required to complete 16 core courses.

Test Scores

Division I has a sliding scale for test scores and grade-point average. Division II has a minimum SAT score requirement of 820 or an ACT sum score of 68. The SAT score used for NCAA purposes includes only the critical reading and math sections. The writing section of the SAT is not used. The ACT score used for NCAA purposes is a sum of the four sections on the ACT: English, mathematics, reading, and science.

Grade-Point Average Only core courses are used in the calculation of the grade-point average.

Nontraditional Courses

CORE COURSES TAKEN THROUGH PLATO AND BYU ARE NOT APPROVED BY THE NCAA. PLEASE TALK TO YOUR COUNSELOR BEFORE ENROLLING IN ANY ONLINE OR NONTRADITIONAL COURSES.


ADVANCED ACADEMIC OPPORTUNITIES

Advanced Placement

The College Board’s Advanced Placement Program (AP) enables students to pursue college-level studies while still in high school. Based on their performance on rigorous AP Examinations, students can earn credit, advanced placement, or both, for college. Most U.S. colleges and universities, and colleges and universities in 21 countries, have an AP policy granting incoming students credit, placement, or both for qualifying AP Examination grades. Why Take AP Courses? The Advanced Placement Program is best known for giving high school students the opportunity to earn college credit, to save on college tuition, and even to graduate early from college. But AP offers students many additional benefits as well.

AP allows high school students to take courses that are challenging, rigorous, and in-depth–exactly the kinds of courses they will face once in college.

AP prepares students to succeed in college. The credits students earn for their AP achievements enable many students to pursue a double major, to study or travel

abroad, or to undertake a combined bachelor’s and master’s program. Students who participate in AP are ultimately given the responsibility to reason, analyze, and understand them-essential

skills to help them succeed in college. The AP Exam Each May, students who take AP courses have the opportunity to take the equivalent AP exam for their subject area(s). The AP exam grade is a weighted combination of the student’s score on the multiple-choice section and on the free-response section. Students who earn AP exam grades of 3 or above are generally considered to be qualified to receive college credit and/or placement into advanced courses; however, each college or university determines the awarding of credit and placement. It is the student’s responsibility to check with individual institutions regarding their individual policies. The cost to take the test is typically $86.00. AP Courses offered at Windsor High School (See course descriptions in individual department sections): English Department Science Department AP Literature AP Biology AP Language and Composition AP Chemistry Math Department Social Studies Department AP Statistics AP Human Geography AP European History Music Department AP Psychology AP Music Theory


Dual-Credit Program: University of Northern Colorado

During the 11th and 12th grade years, students have the opportunity to take dual-credit courses. These are college courses taught at Windsor High School, by WHS staff. Students who successfully complete these courses receive credit toward graduation requirements at WHS, as well as college credit from the University of Northern Colorado. Taking dual-credited courses is a good opportunity for students to meet the first year requirements of many colleges. Since these are UNC credits, they will transfer to another college just like other UNC credits. While the high school credit is free, the UNC credit is charged at approximately $40 per UNC credit. Students taking this for UNC credit may be expected to purchase their own textbook. It is the ultimate responsibility of the parent and student to determine the College/University transferability of dual-credit course work. These classes are taught at the college level. Teachers have a higher expectation of student work than compared to students who are taking traditional high school course.

Current UNC Dual-Credit Courses: Introduction to College Composition & Literature [ENG 122 - 3 credits & ENG 131 - 3 credits] Spanish IV [SPAN 102 – 5 credits] College Algebra & Trigonometry [MATH 124 - 4 credits; MATH 125 - 3 credits] Calculus [MATH 131 - 4 credits] Geology [GEOL 100 - 4 credits] Geographic Information Systems [GEOG 210 – 3 credits]

Students will be billed for the courses directly from the University of Northern Colorado. They have a partial payment plan. For those courses that are a year long, students will be billed during the second semester and receive spring semester credits from UNC. A transcript of completed courses and grades can be obtained directly from UNC’s records/registrar’s office for a fee.

Concurrent Enrollment

Concurrent enrollment provides an opportunity for students to challenge themselves during the school year by taking college level courses at post-secondary state institutions and have tuition costs covered by the school district. To be considered eligible for this program, a student must meet the following conditions:

1) Request to participate in coursework that Windsor High School does not offer. 2) Have exhausted coursework in a curriculum area at Windsor High School. 3) Meet prerequisites for the college level courses. 4) Require no remedial coursework at the college level.

Students may use the class for both high school and college credit. Students must contact a counselor at least two months prior to the college term in which they wish to enroll. A student may take up to two courses each semester.

A completed Concurrent Enrollment intent form must be turned into the counseling office before a student enrolls in any class at a post secondary institution (fall semester deadline: April 1st; spring semester deadline: November 1st).

This opportunity is primarily for 11th and 12th graders; 9th and 10th graders may be granted permission on case-by-case basis.

Early Graduation

Some Windsor High School students are eligible to graduate after the first semester of their senior year. Students need to meet with their counselor in their junior year to determine if they will have all required coursework and credits completed. Some advantages to early graduation are the opportunity to begin junior college or college/university coursework, full-time employment, or a combination of starting college earlier and working. Students who choose to graduate early are not permitted to participate in activities such as prom, unless invited by a Windsor High School junior or senior student. Students and parents/guardians must submit a letter and the Early Graduation intent form to their counselor by April 1st of the student’s junior year indicating the student’s intent to graduate in the fall semester of his or her senior year.


Un-weighted Quality Points Quality points are numerical values assigned to grades for the purpose of determining a numerical average (GPA). Quality points shall be assigned to grades earned in all courses for which credit is received, as follows:

A= 4 Quality Points B= 3 Quality Points C= 2 Quality Points D= 1 Quality Point F= 0 Quality Points

Weighted Grading System

Windsor High School recognizes and encourages the additional effort and learning required in classes beyond the usual level of difficulty for high school courses. A weighted grading scale will be implemented for certain courses that have a consistently verified and elevated curriculum and that culminate in an assessment demonstrating the student’s mastery of the subject matter. The following categories of courses will be weighted:

Advanced Placement (AP) program courses

AP courses that are dropped at semester will not be eligible to receive weighted grade status

Dual-Credit courses that meet or exceed the level of AP courses with approval of the principal

Concurrent enrollment in courses that meet or exceed the level of AP with approval of the principal

Concurrent enrollment is defined as pre-approved coursework taken by high school students on a college campus which allows them to earn both high school and college credit. The district expects, but does not require, that students will take the culminating exams that are a part of the course of study for any of the weighted courses.

Weighted Quality Points

The following scale will be used for weighting grades:

A= 5 Quality Points B= 4 Quality Points C= 3 Quality Points D=1 Quality Point F= 0 Quality Points

Grade Point Average

Grade point average calculations shall be determined by dividing the total number of quality points earned by the number of courses included on the transcript. Courses that do not earn quality points, or those that are given a No Grade, do not calculate in to the GPA (i.e. study hall, student aides, etc.)

Class Rank

Class rank shall be determined by the grade point average. Class rank will be calculated each semester. Students with the same grade point average shall be numbered identically in rank. (For example, if four students had the highest possible GPA, all four would be ranked first; the student(s) with the next highest GPA would be ranked fifth, and so forth.) Both un-weighted and weighted grade point averages and class ranks will be displayed on student transcripts.


Transfer Grades

Transcripts for students who transfer in from other districts will be evaluated for weighted grading status on a case-by-case basis. Only Advanced Placement and concurrent enrollment courses that meet or exceed AP standards will be considered for weighted status at the principal's discretion.

Academic Honors Weighted Grade Point Averages will be used to determine eligibility for WHS academic awards and honors such as Valedictorian, Salutatorian, Honors at Graduation, etc. Beginning with the class of 2014, Windsor High School’s Valedictorian will be the student with the highest total quality points. Valedictorian status for the class of 2013 will be awarded to any student with a 4.0 GPA or higher.

Weighted Classes The following is a list of classes offered at WHS that currently carry a weighted GPA scale:

AP Literature AP Language & Composition College Composition College Literature

AP Human Geography AP European History AP Psychology

AP Biology AP Chemistry

AP Statistics College Algebra (semester long) College Trigonometry (semester long) Calculus

AP Music Theory


HOME-BASED EDUCATION PROGRAM GUIDELINES

Windsor High School abides by the Colorado Department of Education’s Home School Law (22-33-104.5)

http://www.cde.state.co.us/choice/homeschool_law.htm.

Additional guidelines for home-based educational programs are listed below.

1. Students receiving home-based instruction must register with the Weld RE-4 District Office at least 14 days prior to the beginning of the school year.

2. Students may take appropriate district and/or state assessments on the district’s schedule. A copy of that schedule can be obtained

annually from the Superintendent’s Office. The PLAN test and the PSAT test are available on a space available basis. Students receiving home-based instruction may not take the state ACT test.

3. The curriculum of any given grade/course may be provided upon request. This will consist of a copy of the district curriculum and/or

district standards and benchmarks. If textbooks are available, copies may be distributed upon request after a deposit for the replacement of the book is made. Books will need to be returned by the end of the school year in order to receive a deposit refund.

4. Any student who plans to transfer to Windsor High School from a home-based educational program must register with the district prior

to beginning public school instruction. When registration materials have been completed and the other required documents have been received, the parent and student must meet with the Principal and/or Counselor to review requirements for admission and the determination of credits.

5. Documentation from home-based educational programs will be required to receive credits toward graduation from Windsor High School. The student must submit a transcript that reflects or has been converted to indicate class time requirements for the courses that are comparable to the guidelines for the awarding of credit (60 hours per 0.5 semester credit).

6. Parents may request that the Principal or Counselor meet with them and the student to notify and explain the placement and/or the acceptance or denial of credits that the student was granted. The Principal may require the student to take a subject assessment in order to determine grade placement and the acceptance of credits.

7. Grades for courses accepted for credit by Windsor High School from home-based educational programs will be recorded as “P” (pass) for the transfer of credit.

8. Students will receive no more than 8.0 credits for a year of full-time study.

9. Students will only be included in class rankings during the semester that they attend Windsor High School as a full-time student.

10. Grade point average (G.P.A.) will be calculated only for courses from an accredited institution.

11. Students who enroll in Windsor High School from home-based educational programs and wish to receive a Windsor High School

diploma will need to enroll as a full-time student for a minimum of two consecutive semesters during the senior year in order to be eligible to graduate and receive a diploma. Students must register for a minimum of six courses each semester in order to be a full-time student.

12. Students cannot be valedictorian or salutatorian unless all graduation requirements are met at an accredited institution and the students

have attended Windsor High School as a full-time student during their senior year.

13. Students enrolling from home-based educational programs will be subject to Windsor High School and Colorado High School Activities Association (CHSAA) rules and regulations for athletics and activities eligibility.

14. Students can enroll in courses or participate in other programs in the school district while participating in home-based educational

programs. Students who wish to take courses at Windsor High School while receiving home-based instruction must register for a minimum of 2 (two) courses per semester. They must follow all building and district guidelines for these classes or programs. Students are eligible for awards and recognition in these courses or programs. Windsor High School eligibility requirements for extra-curricular activities apply. The supervisor of the home-based educational program or non-accredited school or program must provide documentation as needed to verify the student’s eligibility. This documentation is to be provided on a weekly basis. Students in home-based educational programs are not allowed to participate in outside activities or programs which do not have a direct correlation to the academic or extra-curricular programs that they participate in (dances, socials, field trips not directly related to the course or program to which they are enrolled, etc.).

15. Students may not enroll at Windsor High School if the student is already enrolled at an accredited online school.


AGRICULTURE

Each of the following courses are a part of the complete agricultural education program. Students enrolled in these courses are also members of the national FFA organization where participation in the organization is part of the curriculum. In addition, students will also need to develop and keep records of a supervised agriculture experience project.

AGS110 INTRODUCTION TO

AGRISCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY A AGS111 INTRODUCTION TO

AGRISCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY B CREDIT: 1.0 PREREQUISITE: None ELECTIVE: 9-12th grade COURSE FEE: $30 This course is for any student that has an interest in any aspect of the agriculture industry. This course offers an exciting approach to discovering today’s agriculture. We are now developing young men and women into tomorrow’s leaders. Ag Ed leads the challenge of tomorrow by teaching leadership, accounting, public speaking, basic ag-science (animal, plant, soils, and environmental), and basic ag-mechanics (welding, carpentry, tool use, and project design), as well as ornamental Horticulture. This class also offers the opportunity for students to join and learn in the works of the largest youth organization, the National FFA Organization. Students have the opportunity to travel across the state competing and gaining valuable leadership and life skills in the FFA, which is an integral part of the program. This course requires students to plan and carry out a Supervised Agricultural Experience Program (SAE).

AGS212 FUNDAMENTALS OF AGRICULTURE MECHANICS A AGS213 FUNDAMENTALS OF AGRICULTURE MECHANICS B CREDIT: 1.0 PREREQUISITE: Introduction to Agriscience &

Technology A&B ELECTIVE: 10-12th grade COURSE FEE: $30 This full year course teaches basic skills related to the mechanical activities involved within the agriculture, food, and natural resources systems. Instruction includes field and laboratory application of the concepts taught. Students will develop skills in the areas of basic carpentry, tool reconditioning, plumbing, electricity, figuring a bill of materials, small gas engines, basic concrete work, and basic welding and cutting. Emphasis will be placed on safety and proper use of tools and equipment.


AGS312 AGRICULTURE MECHANICS FOR THE INDUSTRY A AGS313 AGRICULTURE MECHANICS FOR THE INDUSTRY B CREDIT: 1.0 PREREQUISITE: Introduction to Agriscience &

Technology A&B and Fundamentals of Agriculture Mechanics A&B

ELECTIVE: 11-12th grade COURSE FEE: $30 This full year course is the second year course in the agriculture mechanics pathway of agricultural education. In this course, students will learn advanced welding, agriculture power mechanics, agricultural structures, and advanced project construction. In addition, students will be required to design and fabricate their own agricultural projects. AGS412 THE BUSINESS OF AGRICULTURE MECHANICS A AGS413 THE BUSINESS OF AGRICULTURE MECHANICS B CREDIT: 1.0 PREREQUISITE: Introduction to Agriscience &

Technology A&B, Fundamentals of Agriculture Mechanics A&B, and

Agriculture Mechanics for the Industry A&B

ELECTIVE: 12th grade COURSE FEE: $30 This full year course prepares individuals to manage an agricultural business and should be taught as a part of a sequence of courses related to a specific technical area. Instruction includes economic business principles and structures, business enterprise analysis, accounting, taxes, insurance, productivity, financing, capital resources, purchasing, government programs, professional organizations, contracts, estate planning, marketing, salesmanship, and the application of computer hardware and software in agriculture.

AGS214 ANIMAL & PRE-VETERINARY SCIENCES (ZOOLOGY) A AGS215 ANIMAL & PRE-VETERINARY SCIENCES

(ZOOLOGY) B CREDIT: 1.0 (Science) PREREQUISITE: Introduction to Agriscience &

Technology A&B ELECTIVE: 10-12th grade COURSE FEE: $30 This full year course is the first course in the animal systems pathway of agricultural education. This course will focus on the scientific processes of small and large animal care and production and is designed to begin preparing students for a career in animal and veterinary science. Concepts taught in the course will include animal anatomy and physiology, nutrition, reproduction, and diseases. Labs will include animal dissection, feed nutrition trials, artificial insemination, and a field trip to a local veterinary clinic. Students will receive a science credit through their completion of this course. AGS314 ANIMAL AGRICULTURE FOR THE INDUSTRY A AGS315 ANIMAL AGRICULTURE FOR THE INDUSTRY B CREDIT: 1.0 PREREQUISITE: Introduction to Agriscience &

Technology A&B and Animal and Pre-Veterinary Sciences A&B

ELECTIVE: 11-12th grade COURSE FEE: $30 This full year course is the second course in the animal systems pathway of agricultural education. This course will focus on three primary areas in animal science: meats, wildlife, and veterinary science. This course will have meat labs involving safe handling, storage and preparation of food, and animal products. The student will have the opportunity to develop value added and cured animal products. In addition, there will be labs involving wildlife hide tanning and taxidermy.


AGS414 THE BUSINESS OF ANIMAL AGRICULTURE A AGS415 THE BUSINESS OF ANIMAL AGRICULTURE B CREDIT: 1.0 PREREQUISITE: Introduction to Agriscience &

Technology A&B, Animal and Pre-Veterinary Sciences A&B and Animal Agriculture for the Industry A&B

ELECTIVE: 12th grade COURSE FEE: $30 This full year course prepares individuals to manage an agricultural business and should be taught as a part of a sequence of courses related to a specific technical area. Instruction includes economic business principles and structures, business enterprise analysis, accounting, taxes, insurance, productivity, financing, capital resources, purchasing, government programs, professional organizations, contracts, estate planning, marketing, salesmanship, and the application of computer hardware and software in agriculture. AGS216 PLANT AND GREENHOUSE SCIENCES (BOTONY) A AGS217 PLANT AND GREENHOUSE SCIENCES (BOTONY) B CREDIT: 1.0 (Science) PREREQUISITE: Introduction to Agriscience &

Technology A&B ELECTIVE: 10-12th grade COURSE FEE: $30 This full year course is the first course in the plant systems pathway of agricultural education. This course will focus on the scientific processes of plant growth, production, and care and is designed to prepare students for a career in agronomy and/or horticultural sciences. Concepts taught in the course will include plant anatomy and physiology, nutrition and growth, reproduction and propagation, and integrated pest management practices. Labs will occur both in the classroom and school greenhouse and will include a field trip to a local greenhouse. Students will receive a science credit through their completion of this class.

AGS316 HORTICULTURE & AGRONOMY FOR THE INDUSTRY A AGS317 HORTICULTURE & AGRONOMY FOR THE INDUSTRY B CREDIT: 1.0 PREREQUISITE: Introduction to Agriscience &

Technology A&B and Plant and Greenhouse Sciences A&B

ELECTIVE: 11-12th grade COURSE FEE: $30 This full year course is the second course in the plant systems pathway of agricultural education. This course will focus on three primary areas in plant science: hydroponics, nursery/landscape, and turf management. This course will have many labs, both outside and in the school greenhouse. In addition, students will organize, plan, and sell plants and products grown in the school greenhouse which will include ornamental plants, vegetable crops, and hydroponically grown products. AGS416 THE BUSINESS OF HORTICULTURE & AGRONOMY A AGS417 THE BUSINESS OF HORTICULTURE & AGRONOMY B CREDIT: 1.0 PREREQUISITE: Introduction to Agriscience &

Technology A&B, Plant & Greenhouse Sciences A&B and Horticulture & Agronomy for the Industry A&B

ELECTIVE: 12th grade COURSE FEE: $30 This full year course prepares individuals to manage an agricultural business and should be taught as a part of a sequence of courses related to a specific technical area. Instruction includes economic business principles and structures, business enterprise analysis, accounting, taxes, insurance, productivity, financing, capital resources, purchasing, government programs, professional organizations, contracts, estate planning, marketing, salesmanship, and the application of computer hardware and software in agriculture.


SAE400 SUPERVISED AGRICULTURE EXPERIENCE (SAE) A SAE401 SUPERVISED AGRICULTURE EXPERIENCE (SAE) B CREDIT: 1.0 PREREQUISITE: Introduction to Agriscience &

Technology A&B, and ONE of the following: Animal and Pre-Vet Science, Fundamentals of Ag Mechanics, or Plant and Greenhouse Sciences

ELECTIVE: 11-12th grade You must also have instructor approval in order to enroll in this class

Supervised Agricultural Experience is a course for either junior or senior agriculture students interested in using one of their school blocks to work on their SAE project. Students enrolled in this class must also be enrolled in another agriculture class and have instructor approval to enroll. Students will be expected to keep their SAE record books updated, check in with the instructor daily before leaving campus, and schedule instructor visits to their SAE site.


BUSINESS

BUS106 PC APPLICATIONS CREDIT: .5 PREREQUISITE: 20 wpm keyboarding

speed recommended ELECTIVE: 9-12th grade In today’s world of business, computer skills are essential. When hiring, employers seek applicants who type quickly and accurately and have experience with a variety of software applications. In this class students will learn how to develop professional business documents using Microsoft Word, organize and analyze data using Microsoft Excel, and produce professional quality presentations using Microsoft PowerPoint. BUS115 INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS & SALES CREDIT: .5 PREREQUISITE: None ELECTIVE: 9-12th grade What image comes to mind when you hear the word business? Some people think of shopping experiences, others think of their jobs, and yet others think of profit. Business drives the economic pulse of a nation, and your achievements will depend on your ability to maneuver the constant changes in today’s business world. This course is an overview of business concepts, which build a foundation of business knowledge as it surveys the American Enterprise System, introducing the fundamentals of the economy; careers and opportunities in business; entrepreneurship; business law; marketing and sales. You will learn skills that you will need to turn ideas into action for your own career success.

BUS125 PERSONAL FINANCE/ ECONOMICS CREDIT: .5 PREREQUISITE: None ELECTIVE: 9-12th grade Do you know what you would like to do after high school? Do you understand the impact education has on your potential earning power? If you answered “no” to either of these questions, then Personal Finance is the course for you. This course is intended to help students understand how the choices they make now will impact their future occupational goals and earning potential. This one semester course will provide students the foundation to make sound personal financial decisions. Real-world topics covered will include career planning, income, budgeting, money management, spending and credit, finances of housing, and insurance. BUS225 WEBSITE CONSTRUCTION CREDIT: .5 PREREQUISITE: PC Applications C or better ELECTIVE: 10th – 12th grade This class is designed for students who want to know how to build webpages from scratch. Students in this class will be creating web sites using the basic building blocks: HTML, XHTML, CSS and JavaScript. This will be a highly challenging class for those looking to improve their critical thinking, problem-solving and technology skills.


BUS235 PRINCIPLES OF MARKETING CREDIT: .5 PREREQUISITE: Introduction to Business &

Sales strongly recommended ELECTIVE: 9-12th grade Did you know that the retailing industry is the nation’s single largest employer? You already know a lot about marketing – it’s all around you! At home, at school, where you work, where you play – you are exposed to marketing. This course expands on the philosophies introduced in Introduction to Business and Sales. In this project-based course, students will analyze theoretical marketing processes and the strategies of product development, including: pricing, promotion, and distribution with regard to their applications in business and to the individual consumer. BUS255 BUSINESS LAW CREDIT: .5 PREREQUISITE: None ELECTIVE: 9-12th grade

Do you know your rights? Do you know how law for minors differs from law for adults? This introduction course focuses on the development of law in the U.S. and its importance to society. Students will study business law fundamentals and legal principles. Students will learn about the legal environment in which he/she lives as well as laws governing society. Topics include the American legal system, crimes and torts and contracts and agreements. Other topics include: ownership of property, estate planning, wills, legal principles affecting insurance, and the legal aspects of buying and selling merchandise. Review of actual case problems, mastery of legal terminology and developing the ability to think through legal problems analytically and systematically is emphasized. BUS265 PRINCIPLES OF ACCOUNTING I CREDIT: .5 PREREQUISITE: None ELECTIVE: 10-12th grade Do you like working with money? Does your future include finding a job after high school or attending college? Why not learn the basics of good money management to help prepare for the future? This is the first course in a two-course sequence for you. Learn how to record the daily transactions of a sole proprietorship business using the rules of debit and credit and convert this data into useful financial statements for use in management decision-making.

BUS305 ADVANCED PC APPLICATIONS CREDIT: .5 PREREQUISITE: PC Applications with a

recommended grade of C or better

ELECTIVE: 10-12th grade Databases are a part of our everyday lives, whether you realize it or not. Infinite Campus, School Fusion, and ATM’s are just a few examples of database applications. In this class, students will learn the basic functionality of Microsoft Access 2007 so that they can design, create, and query databases to help companies manage information. Through the development of databases, students will gain the ability to organize, store, modify, and extract information about customers, products, and operations. These skills are highly valued by prospective employers. In addition, students will build on their existing knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. In this class, students will take the knowledge gained in PC Applications to the next level. BUS316 WEB DESIGN A BUS317 WEB DESIGN B CREDIT: 1.0 PREREQUISITE: None ELECTIVE: 10-12th grade This full year course will introduce students to the basic concepts of designing a Web site using Adobe Dreamweaver CS5. In addition, students will be introduced to Photoshop, Fireworks, and Flash. These applications will be used in conjunction with Dreamweaver to add Web animation and transform digital images for Web sites. BUS326 PROGRAMMING A BUS327 PROGRAMMING B CREDIT: 1.0 PREREQUISITE: None ELECTIVE: 10-12th grade This year long course will concentrate on the basic concepts of programming: the use of variables and constants, selection structures, iteration structures, and arrays. During the first semester, students will apply these concepts while developing a variety of interactive forms using Visual Basic .NET. During the second semester, students will build on the programming concepts learned in Programming A in order to further develop problem-solving and critical thinking skills. Students will design programs around business and financial issues using C++, in addition to designing games using Adobe Flash CS5.


BUS365 PRINCIPLES OF ACCOUNTING II CREDIT: .5 PREREQUISITE: Principles of Accounting I ELECTIVE: 10-12th grade Are you ready to apply what you learned in Accounting I to more complex and challenging business transactions? Would you like to be able to compute and use ratios and comparisons to determine what the financial statements tell about a company? This is the second course in a two-course sequence. This course is designed to provide students with an increased emphasis on accounting procedures and techniques for solving business problems and making financial decisions. BUS377 BUSINESS MANAGEMENT A BUS378 BUSINESS MANAGEMENT B CREDIT: 1.0 PREREQUISITE: None ELECTIVE: 11-12th grade Imagine being promoted to your first management position and realizing you don’t know how to properly supervise employees, operate a department, evaluate or discipline employees, or know how to follow state and federal employment laws. This course is designed for anyone who is interested in the area of management. Students will be involved in activities that will enable them to apply many of the concepts and practices learned in this course. Guest speakers, current issues that challenge the business world and scenarios give students a broad base of learning regarding management in the workplace. Students will also apply their knowledge of management through a simulated work experience using the Virtual Business Management software. BUS385 CAREER DEVELOPMENT CREDIT: .5 PREREQUISITE: None ELECTIVE: 11-12th grade Thinking about life after high school? Wondering what career path might be best for you? This class was designed with YOU in mind. Throughout this course, students will explore career pathways, develop a functional resume and cover letter, prepare a professional portfolio, and acquire workplace competencies. This class is designed to take you through the interview process, so you will be prepared and confident. Whether you intend to enter the workforce today or in the future, this class is for you! This class is a pre-requisite as a junior for enrollment in the COE program as a senior.

BUS405 ENTREPRENEURSHIP CREDIT: .5 PREREQUISITE: None ELECTIVE: 11-12th grade Do your future career plans involve owning your own business? This course focuses on the various aspects associated with business ownership and becoming an entrepreneur. Students’ learning will be enhanced through a blend of text, visual presentations, interactive multimedia, and guest lecturers in the field of entrepreneurship. Students will demonstrate knowledge gained through the devel-opment of a working business plan based on a business of his/her choosing. BUS435 COOPERATIVE OFFICE EDUCATION A BUS445 COOPERATIVE OFFICE EDUCATION B CREDIT: 1.0 PREREQUISITE: Career Development with a C

or better ELECTIVE: 12th grade Thinking about graduation? Need a job? What about experience? This class targets senior-level students, placing them in part-time, entry-level positions related to their individual job needs or career goals. This opportunity is coordinated between the work mentor, student, and teacher/coordinator to ensure a rewarding and engaging work experience. This program allows students to be successful in the transition from school to work under the professional guidance of an experienced teacher-coordinator and on-the-job supervisors. The student attends school for part of the day and works the rest. COE students have the opportunity to develop good work habits such as: responsibility, initiative, working with others, and gaining insight into career opportunities. Upon completion of the COE program, students are ready for immediate employ-ment in today’s business world. Most COE students are college bound and use this experience to gain skills to help them earn money while in college. Most importantly, graduates who complete this program have valuable job experience to include on their resumes when applying for future employment opportunities.


OJT – (On-The-Job Training) CREDIT: Up to 2.0 credits available

depending on number of hours worked.

PREREQUISITE: Career Development with a C or better

ELECTIVE: 12th grade COE/OJT, in conjunction, is the capstone phase of the business program for students interested in pursuing professional business careers. COE/OJT places students in mentored part-time, entry-level office positions for school credit as well as compensation. Throughout this experience, students will apply 21st Century skills to perform the duties required of the workplace. This experiential learning opportunity empowers students through mentor/coordinator support to further his/her career goals.


ENGLISH

ENG108 9th ENGLISH ENRICHMENT A ENG109 9th ENGLISH ENRICHMENT B CREDIT: 1.0 PREREQUISITE: None REQUIRED: 9th grade The focus of this everyday English course provides basic literacy instruction in the skills needed for success in English and high school. Students enrolled in this course will have targeted interventions and guided support to help them meet the core standards for ninth grade English while also building on fundamental literacy skills, such as word recognition, recognizing text structures and story development, and gaining an understanding of author’s purpose. This course may be required of some entering freshman as determined by 8th grade midyear assessment score and teacher recommendation.

ENG110 9th ENGLISH A ENG111 9th ENGLISH B *NCAA Approved Core Course CREDIT: 1.0 PREREQUISITE: None REQUIRED: 9th grade This class is designed for freshmen. The focus will be to increase reading, writing, and listening skills. During the course of the year, students will read and study short stories, novels, plays, and poetry. Students will write paragraphs, essays, and creative works while studying grammar, punctuation, and spelling.


ENG120 ADVANCED 9TH GRADE ENGLISH A ENG121 ADVANCED 9TH GRADE ENGLISH B *NCAA Approved Core Course CREDIT: 1.0 ELECTIVE: 9th grade PREREQUISITE: One of the following is

recommended: a. 8th Grade Advanced Reading & English with

a grade of A or B b. Advanced Reading/English teacher

recommendation OR c. “Highly proficient” or “Advanced” CSAP or

standardized test score in both reading and writing Enrollment limited to space available. May be required to purchase own texts. This full year freshmen course will focus on building students’ already proficient reading abilities, taking them to a higher level of comprehension, analysis, and understanding. Students will read, analyze, and evaluate short stories, novels, plays, and poetry. In addition to studying traditional 9th English literature, students will read supplemental selections for comparative and evaluative purposes, enhancing their deeper understanding of theme and other literary devices. This course will concentrate on taking students’ writing to the next level, introducing them to new types of composition and stylistic techniques. An emphasis will be placed on demonstrating strong critical thinking skills. This course will be reading and writing intensive, and will move at an accelerated pace. ENG125 INTRODUCTION TO JOURNALISM CREDIT: .5 PREREQUISITE: None ELECTIVE: 9-12th grade Students will explore the craft of reporting and the journalism profession. Beginning journalism students receive instruction in all areas of journalism needed to pursue staff positions in yearbook (The Wizard), newspaper (The Windsor Chronicle), or broadcast (WZTV). Students should expect to produce at least one complete piece of writing per week. Among the areas covered are: journalistic ethics, interviewing, reporting, editing, design and presentation, advertising, digital photography, and professional standards. Students will be introduced to numerous examples of professional journalistic techniques and evaluate and analyze journalistic writing through discussions and critiques. The writing and reporting of news stories will be counted toward the fulfillment of course requirements; this is not a student publications course.

ENG210 10th GRADE LITERATURE AND COMPOSITION A ENG211 10th GRADE LITERATURE AND COMPOSITION B CREDIT: 1.0 PREREQUISITE: None REQUIRED: 10th grade This yearlong course satisfies the sophomore English requirement. Emphasis will be placed on understanding and advancing writing skills as appropriate to formal academic essays and papers. Written requirements may include personal narratives, compare and contrast essays, summaries, editorials, descriptive pieces, technical writing, and daily writer’s notebook entries, among others. Students will also learn and demonstrate proper public speaking techniques through several in-class speaking assignments and in discussions of various formats. In addition, students will examine a variety of literature. Students will be expected to read novels, short stories, poetry, and non-fiction as part of this study. This course builds upon knowledge and skills taught in 9th English. ENG220 ADVANCED 10TH GRADE LITERATURE

& COMPOSITION A ENG221 ADVANCED 10TH GRADE LITERATURE

& COMPOSITION B *NCAA Approved Core Course CREDIT: 1.0 PREREQUISITE: Recommended 9th Advanced

English A&B ELECTIVE: 10th grade Student may be required to purchase their own texts. This course is an advanced course recommended for students who have taken 9th Advanced English and/or are interested in enrolling in College Prep American Literature in their junior year. Because it is an advanced course, students should be prepared for complex, higher-level thinking and composing tasks, including: analyzing and interpreting demanding literature, developing and honing advanced writing skills, participating in in-depth classroom discussion, and conducting credible, valid research. The course will introduce students to literary and rhetorical analysis, focusing on students’ abilities to analyze, interpret, and produce a variety of literary and practical texts. Advanced public speaking skills will be taught and practiced throughout the year. Furthermore, the course will enhance students’ writing skills by helping them fine-tune their sense of audience expectations, conventions, style, and development for a variety of purposes and genres. As members of this advanced course, students will be expected to engage in a rigorous, reading and writing intensive program of study. This course is highly recommended for students wishing to take College Prep American Literature their junior year.


ENG300 AMERICAN LITERATURE A ENG301 AMERICAN LITERATURE B *NCAA Approved Core Course CREDIT: 1.0 PREREQUISITE: None REQUIRED: 11th grade This class surveys the history, themes, and readings related to the American experience. Students will explore significant contributing authors, as well as discover how historical and cultural influences affect the literature. This class surveys the history, themes, and readings related to the American experience. Students will explore significant contributing authors, as well as discover how historical and cultural influences affect the literature. There will be a focus on critical thinking skills through deeper analysis of texts. An emphasis will also be placed on writing for multiple purposes and audiences, along with continued practice of public speaking. ENG302 ADVANCED AMERICAN LITERATURE A ENG303 ADVANCED AMERICAN LITERATURE B *NCAA Approved Core Course CREDIT: 1.0 PREREQUISITE: Recommended 9th and 10th

Advanced English ELECTIVE: 11th grade Student may be required to purchase their own texts. In addition to surveying the history, themes, and readings related to the American experience, this course will introduce skills and content necessary for success in College Composition and Literature, while fulfilling the American Literature requirement. The course will focus on literary and rhetorical analysis, and will require students to engage in writing and critical analysis of text that exemplifies their understanding of research methods, rhetorical situations, and literary theory. This course is reading and writing intensive and will move at an accelerated pace.

ENG310 JOURNALISM A ENG311 JOURNALISM B CREDIT: 1.0 (may be taken as many as

three years for credit) PREREQUISITE: Intro to Journalism and in-

structor approval through a selection process

ELECTIVE: 10-12th grade After completing Introduction to Journalism, students may apply for a staff position on the WHS newspaper, The Windsor Chronicle, or WZTV, student-directed news broad-cast. The newspaper staff plans each issue, writes and edits stories, writes headlines and photo captions, design pages using InDesign software, takes and prepares digital photo-graphs, sells advertising, and manages the business aspects of newspaper and broadcast production. Students must apply for these staff positions, and must sign a performance contract. In order to successfully complete publications, students may be required to work outside of school hours, such as before/after school and/or evenings/weekends. This course may be repeated with the first year counting as an English credit and subsequent years counting as elective credit. ENG315 MEDIA STUDIES CREDIT: .5 PREREQUISITE: None ELECTIVE: 11-12th grade; 10th grade with

current English teacher recommendation

This course will provide students with a close study of the various forms of media in society today and the influences of that media on society. Students will “peel back” the layers to uncover hidden messages; they will learn how messages are created and how various populations of society receive those messages. Students create their own media messages using a variety of techniques. Topics covered will include pop culture (past and present) and a historical overview of media. Media to be explored will be print, television, films, Internet, and radio.


ENG320 YEARBOOK A ENG321 YEARBOOK B CREDIT: 1.0 (may be taken as many as

three years for credit) PREREQUISITE: Introduction to Journalism and

instructor approval through a selection process

ELECTIVE: 10-12th grade Yearbook is journalistic in nature and allows students to participate in the production of the school yearbook. Students in this course are required to learn layout design; write and fit copy, captions, and headlines; sell adver-tisements, and learn basic photography skills. Individual responsibility is essential toward completion of assignments for deadlines. To register for this course, students must sign up for both first and second semesters. This course may be repeated with the first year counting as an English credit and subsequent years counting as elective credit. ENG325 MULTI CULTURAL LITERATURE

– Voices from the Margin *NCAA Approved Core Course CREDIT: .5 PREREQUISITE: None ELECTIVE: 11-12th grade; 10th grade with

current English instructor recommendation

The course explores issues relating to minority groups from a variety of perspectives. Students will study cultural and ethnic diversity and conflicts within the United States, in an effort to understand how the American Experience may be different for minority groups. Readings can range from slave narratives to urban barrio stories. These are the voices that have been left out of the social discourse and left out of mainstream literature. This course gives a forum of these incredible voices and issues to be heard. ENG330 CLASSIC & MODERN FICTION A ENG331 CLASSIC & MODERN FICTION B *NCAA Approved Core Course CREDIT: 1.0 PREREQUISITE: None ELECTIVE: 11-12th grade; 10th grade with


This class is designed for those who enjoy a good story. To provide students with a unique literary experience, we will spend time exploring fictional works – deemed as classics – while also delving into intriguing, select modern stories. As we discover the deeper meaning and universality present in strong fiction, students will draw connections between great books and the world they live in. In various forms, students will demonstrate their ability to interpret and debate the many ideas and themes present in prominent fiction.

ENG335 MYTHOLOGY *NCAA Approved Core Course CREDIT: .5 PREREQUISITE: None ELECTIVE: 10-12th grade This course is designed to provide students with a survey of world mythology. While the course may begin with the study of classical Greek mythology, stories of other cultures and locations, such as Norse, Egyptian, African, and Native American myths will also be included. Students will be asked to compare myths, looking for commonalities in stories and people across time and space. Students will be expected to complete a significant amount of reading, both in and out of class. In addition, students will seek to make connections between mythology and today’s society and popular culture. ENG345 POETRY STUDIES – Rising Up *NCAA Approved Core Course CREDIT: .5 PREREQUISITE: None ELECTIVE: 11-12th grade; 10th grade with


This is an elective English course that investigates the power of the written and spoken word as it confronts social justice, stereotypes, and cultural change through poetry and music. Students will learn to read, analyze, and write poetry that attempts to invoke social change when change is necessary. Throughout the semester we will explore: the American transcendentalists, beat poets of the 1950s and ‘60s, contemporary ecopoets, slam and urban poets. and some musical lyrics. This course is for anyone who wants to learn more about how language through poetry and song can influence social change. ENG355 SURVEY OF SCIENCE FICTION –

The Future is Today *NCAA Approved Core Course CREDIT: .5 PREREQUISITE: None ELECTIVE: 11-12th grade; 10th grade with


In this course, we will concentrate on science fiction of the past 50 years, surveying novels, short stories, and (to a lesser extent) film. A series of fundamental questions will guide our study: What is science fiction? How do we read it? Why do we read it? Science fiction has been called the “literature of ideas”; accordingly, we will explore how it works as literature, and the culturally relevant ideas it conveys. Students will build upon their literary analysis and interpretation skills as they apply them to the course texts.


ENG402 LITERARY ANALYSIS & COMPOSITION A ENG403 LITERARY ANALYSIS & COMPOSITION B *NCAA Approved Core Course CREDIT: 1.0 PREREQUISITE: None ELECTIVE: 12th grade This class will incorporate and build upon the reading and writing skills acquired during the three previous years of English. Films will be used in conjunction with written texts to provide students a unique learning experience. Emphasis will be on critical/analytical thinking skills and will be demonstrated through various writing assignments. Students will view films typically not viewed outside the classroom in order to broaden their understanding of the development of the art of film and their understanding of the influence of classic films on modern directors and films. ENG410 CREATIVE WRITING A ENG411 CREATIVE WRITING B *NCAA Approved Core Course CREDIT: 1.0 PREREQUISITE: None ELECTIVE: 12th grade This course is designed to allow students to discover their voice and talent as writers. This is a writing intensive course and will involve a great deal of writing production. The class is broken by semesters, the first focusing on description, creative non-fiction, college essays and poetry; and the second focusing on creative fiction, short story, children’s literature, and imagery. ENG420 AP LANGUAGE AND COMPOSITION A ENG421 AP LANGUAGE AND COMPOSITION B *NCAA Approved Core Course CREDIT: 1.0 PREREQUISITE: Recommended 9th and 10th

Advanced English ELECTIVE: 11th Grade

May be taken in lieu of American Literature

Student may be required to purchase their own texts. AP Language and Composition is a rigorous course that will provide students with the reading and writing skills they need to be readily prepared for college, and assist them in communicating skillfully on a personal and/or professional level through writing. Students will be asked to respond, primarily, to non-fiction readings that represent a wide variety of styles, genres, and topics. Students will develop the ability to succeed and excel in a college level composition class as cogent writers and critical thinkers. Students are encouraged to subsequently sign up to take the Advanced Placement examination for college credit in composition (3 credits possible). This course is one of the advanced offerings intended to prepare students for upper-level senior year coursework.

ENG450 COLLEGE COMPOSITION *NCAA Approved Core Course CREDIT: .5

Optional college credit from UNC (3 credits)

PREREQUISITE: Recommended Advanced American Literature or AP Language and Composition

ELECTIVE: 12th grade In this course, students will develop college-level composition skills with a focus on rhetorical analysis, analytical writing, and formal argument. Students will write academic essays for varying audiences and purposes as well as conduct university-level research. The course also requires students to become familiar with and use web-based writing and publishing tools. The course is taught at the college level, and may be taken concurrently for both UNC college credit and high school English credit. UNC tuition must be paid in order to receive college credit. This course, along with College Literature, is designed to complete an accelerated sequence of English in high school. Completing the course and paying UNC tuition grants University of Northern Colorado credit as ENG122 (3 credits). The credits transfer to most universities to satisfy the general education requirement for composition; the credits transfer to Colorado State University as CO130 (Academic Writing), an elective credit. ENG451 COLLEGE LITERATURE *NCAA Approved Core Course CREDIT: .5


PREREQUISITE: Recommended College Composition or AP Language and Composition

ELECTIVE: 12th grade In this course, students will extend their understanding of literary theory, analysis, and interpretation in the close study of literary texts including novels, book-length nonfiction, and poetry. Students will further develop their writing skills in the area of literary analysis, and will focus on text-based discussion to promote analysis and through understanding of literary texts. Text choices range from classic to contem-porary in a variety of genres. The course requires students to purchase their own texts, as well as become familiar with and use web-based writing and publishing tools. This course is taught at the college level, and may be taken concurrently for both UNC college credit and high school English credit. UNC tuition must be paid in order to receive college credit.

This course, along with College Composition, is designed to complete an accelerated sequence of English in high school. Completing the course and paying UNC tuition grants University of Northern Colorado credit (ENG122 3 credits). The credits transfer to most universities to satisfy general education requirements.


ENG460 AP LITERATURE A ENG461 AP LITERATURE B *NCAA Approved Core Course CREDIT: 1.0 PREREQUISITE: Recommended Advanced

American Literature or AP Language and Composition

ELECTIVE: 12th grade Student may be required to purchase their own texts. This full year course includes the study of short stories, drama, novels, and poetry, with emphasis on writing, discussion, thorough understanding, and analysis of works of literature. Students read and study authors from ancient to contemporary times. This course is designed to be one of the capstone courses that complete an accelerated sequence of English in high school, and is available to seniors only. Students are encouraged to subsequently sign up to take the Advanced Placement examination for college credit in literature (3 credits possible).


ENG080 ELL I (English Language Learners I) A ENG081 ELL I (English Language Learners I) B CREDIT: 1.0 PREREQUISITE: NEP (Non English Proficient)

students and/or ELL teacher recommendation)

REQUIRED: 9-12th grade identified ELL students

This course is designed to give beginning to high beginning ELL students the skills they need to succeed in academic and social settings. The class emphasizes English skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Oral language development is stressed, including pronunciation and small group conversational practice. Students study grammar and usage, vocabulary, idioms, and cultural awareness, as well as reading comprehension and writing development. Key con-cepts from content area curricula are taught and used as vehicles to develop language and academic skills. This course counts as English credit. ENG082 ELL II (English Language Learners II) A ENG083 ELL II (English Language Learners II) B CREDIT: 1.0 PREREQUISITE: LEP (Limited English

Proficient) students and/or ELL teacher recommendation)

REQUIRED: 9-12th grade This course is designed for the intermediate English Lan-guage Learner to facilitate transition to mainstream English courses. During the year, students will study poetry, drama, short stories, novels, and nonfiction prose. This course will emphasize the structural elements of written communication, i.e., parts of speech, sentences and paragraph development, and essay writing. Continued study of grammar and usage, vocabulary development, outlining, summarizing, analyzing, and the use of context clues will fill in gaps in students’ English language development. Students will gain confidence in delivering speeches and oral presentations in front of their peers. This course may be taken for English or elective credit.

ENG084 ELL READING (English Language Learners Reading I) A

ENG085 ELL READING (English Language Learners Reading I) B

CREDIT: 1.0 PREREQUISITE: NEP (Non English Proficient)



This course will be taught simultaneously with ELL I and will target the literacy needs of the beginning to high-beginning ELL students. The course will help students to develop phonemic awareness and phonics, spelling, fluency (high frequency word list), vocabulary and morphology, and listening and reading comprehension. Ongoing assessment using a body of evidence will determine the extent to which students are progressing in their literacy skills. This course may be repeated and counts as elective credit. ENG087 INTERMEDIATE ELL I

(Intermediate English Language Learners I) A

ENG088 INTERMEDIATE ELL I (Intermediate English Language Learners I) B

CREDIT: 1.0 PREREQUISITE: NEP (Non English Proficient)



This course is designed to give high-beginning ELL students continued practice with the skills they need to succeed in academic and social settings. The class emphasizes English skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Oral language development is stressed, including pronunciation and small group conversational practice. Students study grammar and usage, vocabulary, idioms, and cultural awareness, as well as reading comprehension and writing development. Key concepts from content area curricula are taught and used as vehicles to develop language and academic skills. This course counts as English credit.


Program for Students with Limited Proficiency in English

Students will be accepted into the ELL (English Language Learners) Program based on information in the Home

Language Survey that indicates that another language is spoken in the home and on scores from the Colorado English

Language Assessment (CELA). Based upon the student needs, a program of study will be developed for individual

students, which integrates English language development strategies and core content for graduation requirements.

In 2009, the Colorado State Board of Education adopted the World‐Class Instruction Design and Assessment (WIDA)

standards as the Colorado English Language Proficiency standards. These standards, along with high school English

Language Arts standards, guide all educators who teach ELL students and help students to access grade level

academic content while learning English.

The WIDA standards include:

1. ELLs communicate for Social and Instructional purposes within the school setting. 2. ELLs communicate information, ideas, and concepts necessary for academic success in the content area of

Language Arts. 3. ELLs communicate information, ideas, and concepts necessary for academic success in the content area of

Mathematics. 4. ELLs communicate information, ideas, and concepts necessary for academic success in the content area of

Science. 5. ELLs communicate information, ideas, and concepts necessary for academic success in the content area of

Social Studies.

Programa para Estudiantes con Dominio Limitado del Inglés

Estudiantes serán aceptados en el programa ELL (Aprendedores del Idioma Inglés) basado en información en la

Encuesta de Lenguaje de Hogar que indica que otro idioma es hablado en el hogar y en calificaciones en la prueba de

lenguaje CELA. Basado en las necesidades del estudiante, un programa de estudio estará desarrollado para

estudiantes individuales que integra estrategias de desarrollo de lenguaje Inglesas y contenido de núcleo para

requisitos de graduación.

En el año 2009, la Junta Estatal de Educación de Colorado aprobó los estándares de WIDA como los estándares de

Domino del Idioma Inglés. Estos estándares, junto con los estándares de Lengua y Literatura de la escuela

secundaria, guían a todos los educadores que enseñan a los estudiantes ELL y ayudan a los estudiantes para acceder

al contenido de nivel de grado académico mientras aprenden el inglés.

Los estándares de WIDA incluyen:

1. Los estudiantes ELL comunican para fines Sociales y Educativos dentro del ambiente escolar. 2. Los estudiantes ELL comunican información, ideas y conceptos necesarios para el éxito académico en el área

de Lengua y Literatura. 3. Los estudiantes ELL comunican información, ideas y conceptos necesarios para el éxito académico en el área

de Matemáticas. 4. Los estudiantes ELL comunican información, ideas y conceptos necesarios para el éxito académico en el área

de la Ciencia. 5. Los estudiantes ELL comunican información, ideas y conceptos necesarios para el éxito académico en el área

de Matemáticas. 6. Los estudiantes ELL comunican información, ideas y conceptos necesarios para el éxito académico en el área

de Estudios Sociales.


FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCES

FCS205 NUTRITION & WELLNESS CREDIT: .5 PREREQUISITE: None ELECTIVE: 10-12th grade The purpose of this course is to develop lifelong healthy individuals with an understanding and academic knowledge of: wellness as a lifestyle, exercise and fitness, digestion, metabolism and energy balance, principles of nutrition, and consumer of Wellness Products and Services. Emphasis is placed on implementing healthy nutritional choices, developing a fitness plan, differentiating between wellness myths and realities, integrating science principles as related to nutrition, and practicing wise consumer decisions. Through student-generated, curricular Family, Career and Community Leaders of America activities, students will expand on classroom learning. FCS215 CHILD & ADOLESCENT DEVELOPMENT CREDIT: .5 PREREQUISITE: None ELECTIVE: 10-12th grade The purpose of this course is to acquire academic knowledge and understanding of child and adolescent development necessary to strengthen the well being of children and families. Students integrate knowledge, skills, and practices for positive parenting/care giving through the following units: perspectives of human development, research and theories in human development, understanding development, nurturing development, and challenges to development. Emphasis is placed on providing a nurturing environment for children from before birth through adolescence, as well as the issues and decisions involved in creating healthy families. Through student-generated, curricular Family, Career and Community Leaders of America activities, students will expand on classroom learning.

FCS305 RELATIONSHIPS

CREDIT: .5 PREREQUISITE: None ELECTIVE: 11-12th grade

The purpose of this course is to acquire academic knowledge and understanding necessary for healthy, respectful, and caring relationships across the life span. Students integrate knowledge, skills, and practices required by individuals and families to develop, manage, and strengthen: intrapersonal relationship, interpersonal relationships, adult relationships, and family relationships. The focus is on the development of the individual as an adult family leader. Emphasis is placed on family dynamics, effective communication, and healthy interpersonal relationships. Through student-generated, curricular Family, Career and Community Leaders of America activities, students will expand on classroom learning. FCS315 LIFE MANAGEMENT CREDIT: .5 PREREQUISITE: None ELECTIVE: 11-12th grade Are you ready for life after High School? During this course, you will learn to be an educated consumer with an academic knowledge of consumer resources and financial management. You will integrate knowledge, skills, and practices required by individuals and families to manage: personal/family resources, job and career, personal/family finances and personal/family wellness. Emphasis is placed on informed consumer decision-making, goal setting, problem solving, interpersonal communication, and financial literacy. Through student-generated, curricular Family, Career and Community Leaders of America activities, students will expand on classroom learning.


FCS330 CATERING A FCS331 CATERING B CREDIT: 1.0 PREREQUISITE: None ELECTIVE: 11-12th grade COURSE FEE: $30 Catering is an in-depth course emphasizing entry-level skills for employment in the field of food service. Students will study the following topics: career paths within the food production and food services industries, food safety and sanitation procedures (using the internationally-known ServSafe Program), food production equipment, menu planning, food preparation methods, entrepreneurship, and customer service. Students will set up a catering business and cater two to six events throughout the year. Through student-generated, curricular Family, Career and Community Leaders of America activities, students will expand on classroom learning. FCS340 FASHION DESIGN & MERCHANDISING A FCS341 FASHION DESIGN & MERCHANDISING B CREDIT: 1.0 PREREQUISITE: None ELECTIVE: 11-12th grade The purpose of this course is to expose students to various aspects of the fashion design and merchandising industry. Students integrate knowledge, skills, and practices to evaluate potential career opportunities. Areas of focus include: introduction to fashion, fashion selection, fashion textiles, textile product construction, and fashion merchandising. Through student-generated, curricular Family, Career, and Community Leaders of America activities, students will expand on classroom learning. FCS350 INTERIOR DESIGN A FCS351 INTERIOR DESIGN B CREDIT: 1.0 PREREQUSITE: None ELECTIVE: 10-12th grade This course enables students to explore their creativity in the field of interior design. Identification of the elements and principles of design are emphasized. Other topics included are housing choices, area planning, and careers. Second semester will give students the opportunity to develop skills in applying the elements and principles of design to interiors. Projects and computer programs are integrated throughout the course to provide applications as the students study: architecture, furniture styles and constructions, surface treatments and backgrounds, and design and function of space and lighting. Through student-generated, curricular Family, Career, and Community Leaders of America activities, students will expand on classroom learning.

FCS250 CAREER PATHWAYS CREDIT: .5 PREREQUSITE: None ELECTIVE: 9-12th grade This course is designed to identify career interest areas based on your goals, individual skills, and aptitudes. Investigate interests, abilities and goals through various projects, and career testing procedures. Students will develop a usable education and career portfolio containing items necessary for post secondary education and a job search. Interact with professionals who work in various career areas through career panels, a job shadow and a mock interview. FCS410 TEACHER CADET A FCS411 TEACHER CADET B CREDIT: 1.0 PREREQUSITE: Application Process,

3.0 GPA, Teacher Recommendation

ELECTIVE: 11-12th grade Interested in teaching as a possible profession? Interested in the role education plays in society? If so, this is the class for you! Students will be involved in a fast paced, innovative, hands-on curriculum where they gain knowledge about teaching and learning. Teacher Cadets will develop skills that are helpful in college and beyond, such as presentation, public speaking, writing, communication and reasoning. Students experience the rewards of teaching through a “mini teaching” field experience as a part of the course work. This is a yearlong, sequential advanced elective course with college credit options to be determined by the College or University that the student plans to attend. Teacher Cadet is aligned with the Colorado Teacher Licensure Standards. Through student-generated, curricular Family, Career, and Community Leaders of America activities, students will expand on classroom learning.


INDUSTRIAL DESIGN AND TECHNOLOGY

IDT110 INTRODUCTION TO DESIGN & TECHNOLOGY A

IDT111 INTRODUCTION TO DESIGN & TECHNOLOGY B

CREDIT: 1.0 PREREQUISITE: None ELECTIVE: 9-12th grade CLASS FEE: $20.00 This hands-on course will cover four different areas. Through these areas, the student will develop a broad knowledge of different materials and applications used in various industries. The following are the four areas that will be explored: Drafting – 8 weeks

• board drafting, which includes lettering, isometrics, orthographic projections, dimensioning, and architectural designing

Woodworking – 14 weeks • Students will learn basic hand tools and power machine skills

• Students will plan and build their own project following some basic guidelines

Basic Metals – 10 weeks • Students will explore three areas of metals which include arc welding, gas welding, and sheet metal

Basic Construction – 4 weeks • Students will be introduced to the fundamentals of the construction trade

• Students will learn the use of hand tools, layout tools, and building materials through various required hands on projects, as well as material cost estimating, blueprint reading, and basic framing.

IDT115 BEGINNING DRAFTING CREDIT: .5 PREREQUISITE: None ELECTIVE: 9-12th grade CLASS FEE: $5.00 This course is designed to teach students the basic skills used in architectural and mechanical drafting. Students will develop the skills needed to draw isometric, orthographic, and architectural drawings. Students will build a scale model house using their floor plan design. IDT205 3D COMPUTER DESIGNING CREDIT: .5 PREREQUISITE: None ELECTIVE: 10-12th grade In this course students will learn and use the “SolidWorks” program to complete 3-D drawings. The students will be required to create each drawing in an Orthographic view as well as 3-Dimensional view. The drawings will consist of the following: simple assembly, lofting, sweeping, and a sheet metal assignment. At the completion of these assignments students will apply these techniques to a project design of their choice (example: CO2 car, pool table, mountain board, etc.)


IDT116 BEGINNING COMPUTER DRAFTING CREDIT: .5 PREREQUISITE: None ELECTIVE: 9-12th grade In this course students will be introduced to drafting terminology and techniques and learn how to design and draw different types of mechanical and architectural drawings using the AutoCadd and Architectural Designing programs. These drawings will include, but not be limited to: Isometric, Orthographic, Auxiliary, and Section Views. Students will also learn the fundamentals needed to design and draw a set of plans for a residential structure. These plans will include, but are not limited to, Foundation Plan, Floor Plan, Electrical Plan, and the four Elevation views. IDT226 COMPUTER DRAFTING CREDIT: .5 PREREQUISITE: Beginning Computer Drafting ELECTIVE: 10-12th grade This course will expand on the drawings that were completed in the previous course (Beginning Computer Drafting). Students will design and draw these additional drawings: site plan, wall and floor framing plan, plumbing plan, and a wall section and complete an estimate sheet. Students will also work on a mechanical drawing that will consist of designing, drawing, and editing the components needed to complete a finished working drawing of a project of their choice. IDT245 WOODWORKING TECHNOLOGY I CREDIT: .5 PREREQUISITE: Introduction to Design &

Technology A&B ELECTIVE: 10-12th grade CLASS FEE: $10.00 This is a semester hands on course designed to introduce the student to basic woodworking concepts and product design. Students will become familiar with basic woodworking procedures using hand tools as well as power equipment. Wood, tool identification, adhesives, clamping techniques, and wood substitutes are also explored. The student will select a plan for a basic woodworking project and complete that project. Through the kinds of experience and knowledge gained in this course, students will begin to develop an appreciation of good industrial design, craftsmanship, orderly procedures, safe work habits, pride in their individual work, integrity, proper work ethic and have an understanding of how to use the tools, machines, woods, and devices properly and safely.

IDT255 FOUNDATIONS OF CONSTRUCTION CREDIT: .5 PREREQUISITE: Introduction to Design &

Technology A&B ELECTIVE: 10-12th grade This is an introductory course, which allows the student to explore different aspects of the construction field. Students will have the opportunity to obtain hands on experience through the use of hand tools and power tools. Laboratory activities will allow the student to develop these introductory skills for various construction trades. Safety awareness and practice will be emphasized as an integral part of each major unit of study. The development of employability skills, as well as transition skills, will be included in this course. Emphasis is also placed upon exploring the student’s own areas of interest, and possible opportunities for future employment in the Building Trades industry. Through the various levels of experience and knowledge gained in this course, students will develop a confidence in craftsmanship, pride in their work, and an appreciation of quality tools, machines, and materials. This course is useful for students who plan to enter the construction or architectural field, or just want to be able to handle “around the house” projects. IDT340 WOODWORKING TECHNOLOGY II A IDT341 WOODWORKING TECHNOLOGY II B CREDIT: 1.0 PREREQUISITE: Woodworking Technology I ELECTIVE: 11-12th grade CLASS FEE: $10.00 This hands on course is designed to give the student an opportunity to develop his/her skill as a woodworker beyond Woodworking I. The student will select and design a project based upon a certain amount of difficulty and advancement. It may consist of leg and rail construction, door and/ or drawer, and has to be approved by the instructor before beginning to make the plans and build the project. Upon completion of such a project, the student will have had various advanced skills to perform and/or special problems to solve. The project will be completed with emphasis placed in precise measurement, quality of wood and wood joints, high degree of quality, detail, good design and craftsmanship. Upon completion of this course, the student will have had an excellent opportunity to enhance his/her woodworking skills so that he/she will be prepared to continue their training at any accredited trade school, cabinet shop, college or university. Possible opportunities for future employment in the woodworking industries are also explored when using the computer.


IDT236 WELDING I CREDIT: .5 PREREQUISITE: None ELECTIVE: 10-12th grade CLASS FEE: $20.00 This is an introductory course designed for students who have had little or no previous welding experience. This hands on oriented course will allow students to develop a good foundation in skills and safety through the phases covered in Shielded Arc Welding, Oxy-Acetylene Fusion Welding, Oxy-Acetylene Cutting, and Plasma Cutting. Students will also fabricate projects out of sheet metal. Students will learn life skills in these different areas upon completion of a variety of hands on assignments and projects. IDT237 WELDING II CREDIT: .5 PREREQUISITE: Welding I ELECTIVE: 10-12th grade CLASS FEES: $20.00 Welding is a process of joining metals together by heating them with either electrical resistance or a flame or electric arc. Metals are also reshaped by gas or arc cutting equipment. The student will make various types of welds on different types of materials working in different positions. The student’s knowledge of welding symbols and ability to operate, adjust, and safely control equipment is essential. Areas of study are Braze Welding, Gas Welding, Shielded Arc Welding, Gas Metal Arc Welding (MIG), Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (TIG), and Spot Welding. Arc and flame cutting, sheet metal fabrication as well as blueprinting reading for welders will also be explored. Students will also have the opportunity to fabricate and build their own project. By learning the various materials, methods, and styles used in the various metals fields, the students learn what will be required of them in actual job situations. Students will identify, explore and evaluate career opportunities related to the welding industry.

IDT405 ADVANCED FABRICATION & DESIGN I

IDT415 ADVANCED FABRICATION & DESIGN II

IDT425 ADVANCED FABRICATION & DESIGN III

IDT435 ADVANCED FABRICATION & DESIGN IV CREDIT: .5 PREREQUISITE: Completion of all courses in the

program with a C or better or instructor approval

ELECTIVE: 11-12th grade CLASS FEES: $20.00 These classes are for juniors and seniors who have taken and passed all of the Industrial Design and Technology classes offered at Windsor High School within their specialty area. There are four levels offered. Each level will challenge and enhance the student’s knowledge and creativity as students develop their interest, talents, and abilities in the CAD, Metals and Woodworking field. These are self-paced classes where the student will be working on projects that he/she designs and produces. These classes are only for the serious student who wants to further his/her skills with possible employment in these fields.


MATH

MAT116 EVERYDAY ALGEBRA I A MAT117 EVERYDAY ALGEBRA I B CREDIT: 1.0 PREREQUISITE: 8th Grade Math or

Pre-Algebra OPTION: 9-10th grade Placement for this class is based on CSAP/Acuity scores and teacher recommendation. This course is recommended for students who would have taken Pre-Algebra before Algebra I. In this course, students will study basic algebraic operations, problem solving strategies, solving first and second degree equations and inequalities, and graphing linear equations. This course will meet every day, but is worth one credit.

MAT120 ALGEBRA I A MAT121 ALGEBRA I B *NCAA Approved Core Course CREDIT: 1.0 PREREQUISITE: Pre-Algebra (recommended

grade of C or better) OR 8th grade Math (recommended grade of C or better)

OPTION: 9-12th grade In this course, students will study techniques to solve first and second degree equations and inequalities, and use first degree equations and inequalities in problem-solving situations. Some of the specific topics will include the following: solving linear equations with more than one Operation, solving equations by factoring, and using Pythagorean Theorem to find distance.


MAT220 GEOMETRY A MAT221 GEOMETRY B *NCAA Approved Core Course CREDIT: 1.0 PREREQUISITE: Algebra I A&B (recommended

grade of C or better) OPTION: 9-12th grade In this course, students will study the formal organization of geometry with an emphasis on the properties of lines, angles, triangle, quadrilaterals, and circles. Some of the specific topics will include the following: using perpendicular and parallel lines, surface area and volume of three dimensional figures and connecting reasoning and proof. MAT300 ADVANCED GEOMETRY A MAT301 ADVANCED GEOMETRY B *NCAA Approved Core Course CREDIT: 1.0 PREREQUISITE: Algebra I A&B with a grade of

A or B+ and math department approval

OPTION: 9-10th grade In this course, students will study the formal organization of geometry with an emphasis on the properties of lines, angles, triangles, quadrilaterals, and circles. Some of the specific topics will include the following: using perpendicular and parallel lines, surface area and volume of three dimensional figures and connecting Reasoning and Proof. Advanced Geometry covers more content, often with greater depth than regular Geometry course. MAT305 INTRODUCTION TO STATISTICS *NCAA Approved Core Course CREDIT: .5 PREREQUISITE: Geometry A&B (recommended

grade of C or better) OPTION: 11-12th grade This course emphasizes the exploration and understanding of data and relationships between variables. Some of the specific topics will include the following: collecting, organizing and drawing conclusions from data, elementary probability, and binomial and normal distributions.

MAT320 ALGEBRA II A MAT321 ALGEBRA II B *NCAA Approved Core Course CREDIT: 1.0 PREREQUISITE: Geometry A&B (required

grade of C or better) OPTION: 10-12th grade

A graphing calculator is required for this course In this course, student will study functions graphing, systems of equalities and inequalities, higher degree equations, exponential functions, and logarithmic functions. A graphing calculator is required for this course. Some of the specific topics will include the following: applications of quadratic equations to find maximum and minimum values, linear programming, and properties of common logarithms. MAT322 ADVANCED ALGEBRA II A MAT323 ADVANCED ALGEBRA II B *NCAA Approved Core Course CREDIT: 1.0 PREREQUISITE: Geometry A&B with a grade of

A or B+ and math department approval

OPTION: 10-12th grade A graphing calculator is

required for this course In this course, students will study the formal organization of geometry with an emphasis on the properties of lines, angles, triangles, quadrilaterals, and circles. Some of the specific topics will include the following: using perpendicular and parallel lines, surface area and volume of three dimensional figures and connecting Reasoning and Proof. Advanced Algebra II covers more content, often with greater depth than regular Algebra II course. MAT401 ADVANCED MATHEMATICAL

ANALYSIS A MAT402 ADVANCED MATHEMATICAL ANALYSIS B *NCAA Approved Core Course CREDIT: 1.0 PREREQUISITE: Algebra II OPTION: 12th grade only

A graphing calculator is required for this course This class is a capstone mathematics course that follows Algebra I, Geometry, and Algebra II. It builds on and extends what students have learned and covers other mathematics topics not typically taught in high school. The course does not remediate skills, but reinforces needed skills as students study new topics in relevant, engaging contexts. The course also helps students develop college and career skills such as collaborating, conducting research, and making presentations.


MAT430 AP STATISTICS A MAT431 AP STATISTICS B *NCAA Approved Core Course CREDIT: 1.0 PREREQUISITE: Algebra II A&B (required C

or better) OPTION: 11-12th grade

Students will be required to purchase their book. A graphing calculator is

required for this course TEXTBOOK NAME: The Practice of Statistics 3rd Ed ISBN #978-0-7167-7309-2

Advanced Placement Statistics acquaints students with the major concepts and tools for collecting, analyzing and drawing conclusions from data. Students will frequently work on projects involving hands-on gathering and analysis of real world data. The four broad topics will include: exploring data; observing patterns and departures from patterns; planning a study; deciding what and how to measure; anticipating patterns; producing models using probability, simulations, and statistical inference; and confirming models. MAT440 COLLEGE ALGEBRA A MAT441 COLLEGE ALGEBRA B *NCAA Approved Core Course CREDIT: 1.0


PREREQUISITE: Completion of Algebra II A&B OPTION: 11-12th grade CLASS FEES: Students will be required to

purchase their book. A graphing calculator is

required for this course TEXTBOOK NAME: Pre-Calculus With Limits ISBN #978-0618-64345-5 This course will address the same mathematics standards as the current College Algebra class, but it will be spread out over two semesters. This class is for students that struggled in Algebra II.

MAT455 COLLEGE ALGEBRA *NCAA Approved Core Course CREDIT: .5


PREREQUISITE: Algebra II A&B (required grade of A or B and approval by math department)

OPTION: 11-12th grade CLASS FEES: Students will be required to


required for this course TEXTBOOK NAME: Pre-Calculus With Limits ISBN #978-0618-64345-5 In this course, students will study trigonometry (analytical and numerical), conic sections, complex numbers, sequences, series, and advanced techniques to solve higher degree functions. Some of the specific topics will include the following: solving third degree equations by factoring, graphing, transformation of functions, min/max values, polynomial and rational functions, and exponential and logarithmic functions. MAT465 COLLEGE TRIGONOMETRY *NCAA Approved Core Course CREDIT: .5


PREREQUISITE: College Algebra (C or better) OPTION: 11-12th grade CLASS FEES: Students will be required to


required for this course TEXTBOOK NAME: Pre-Calculus With Limits ISBN #978-0618-64345-5 Trigonometry is a branch of mathematics that studies triangles and the relationships between their sides and the angles between the sides. Trigonometry defines the trigonometric functions, which describe those relationships and have applicability to cylical phenomena, such as waves. Amongst the lay public of non-mathematicians and non-scientists, trigonometry is known chiefly for its application to measurement problems. A few of the scientific fields that use trigonometry are: acoustics, architecture, astronomy, cartography, chemistry, music theory, navigation, and computer graphics. This class is important for students hoping to get an engineering degree or interested in any of the above mentioned fields


MAT470 CALCULUS A MAT471 CALCULUS B *NCAA Approved Core Course CREDIT: 1.0


PREREQUISITE: College Algebra (C or better) OPTION: 12th grade CLASS FEE: Textbook and graphing

calculator TEXTBOOK NAME: Calculus ISBN #978-0618-21869-1 The Numbers Behind Numb3rs By Devlin & Lorden ISBN #978-0-452-28857-7

In this course, students will study functions, limits, continuity, and differentiation, applications of the derivative, and integration and its applications. Some of the specific topics will include the following: application of the formal definition of derivative, using rates of change to find velocity, acceleration, and marginals, and finding the volumes of solids of revolution.


PERFORMING ARTS THR110 THEATRE ARTS I A THR111 THEATRE ARTS I B CREDIT: 1.0 PREREQUISITE: None ELECTIVE: 9-12th grade Theatre Arts I is an introduction course in the elements of theater. During Theatre Arts I, we will discover the relationships and the connections that we have with one another through various types of media. Students will use many tools in this class including monologues, scenes, research, improvisation, character building, pantomime, scene/set design, stage directions, and producing a play to enhance our learning. THR210 THEATRE ARTS II A THR211 THEATRE ARTS II B CREDIT: 1.0 PREREQUISITE: Theatre I A&B or consent of

instructor ELECTIVE FOR: 10-12th grade CLASS FEE: $25.00 Theatre Arts II is an introduction course in the elements of the backstage of the theater and an advanced acting class. This course is designed to introduce the student to the behind-the-scenes portions of the theater and to further enhance and practice acting skills learned in Theatre Arts I. Focus of the class will include improvisation, set and scene design, costume design, history of theater, creative movement, character building, and will culminate in the technical aspects of a full length production. THR310 THEATRE ARTS III A THR311 THEATRE ARTS III B CREDIT: 1.0 PREREQUISITE: Theatre II A&B or consent of

instructor ELECTIVE: 10-12th grade Theatre Arts III is open to students who have taken Theatre Arts I & II or by audition. We will uncover the dynamics of relationships and the connections that we have with one another through dramatics and various types of media. Students will further the acting techniques introduced in Theatre I and II and will expand their knowledge of characterization, playwriting, and script analysis. Students will create unique performances including public performance, creating a film for a film festival, improvisation, pantomime, scene/set design, and will prepare an audition to enhance our learning.

THR410 THEATRE ARTS IV A THR411 THEATRE ARTS IV B CREDIT: .5 PREREQUISITE: Theatre Arts III A&B or

consent of instructor ELECTIVE: 11th and 12th grade Theatre Arts IV is open to students who have previously taken Theatre Arts I, II and III or by arrangement with the instructor. This course will examine classic and modern examples of theater as transformed to and/or from literature and film. The course will examine the dynamics of relationships between characters, analyze story variations, as well as allow students to gain an understanding of the history and culture of the time period, and settings through each work. THR120 TECHNOLOGY IN PERFORMING ARTS A THR121 TECHNOLOGY IN PERFORMING ARTS B CREDIT: 1.0 PREREQUISITE: Completion of application and

consent of instructor ELECTIVE: 10-12th grade CLASS FEE: Uniform not to exceed $20 This class is open to all students who have an interest in the technology involved in the performing arts, including, but not limited to, stage lighting and sound, studio and live recording, film staging and editing, foley sound recording, sound editing and manipulation, and many others! Students will be required to go through a process of training which will enable them to use and eventually run sound and lighting needs for Windsor School District Performing Arts functions, including band, choir, theatre, and school functions. Students will have the opportunity to run non-school functions for the building, which may have monetary compensation, attached. Because of the many school and non-school functions throughout the year, students in the course will be assigned to work a number of functions after school and on weekends.


PHYSICAL EDUCATION

Windsor High School Physical Education Mission Statement: Windsor High School students will have skills in place to be active, knowledgeable participants in their

own personal wellness over the span of their lives. Students are allowed to take no more than one activity class per day. Freshman can only take one activity class per semester. Adventure Education I, WSI/Lifeguard Training and Responding to Emergencies cannot be taken during the same semester. WHS PE shirts can be purchased at Huston Graphics or K&W Printing PED105 PHYSICAL EDUCATION I CREDIT: .5 PREREQUISITE: None REQUIRED: 9-10th grade CLASS FEE: WHS P.E. Shirt This class will primarily focus on team sports, alternative games, activities, and fitness testing. Upon completion of this course, students will know the rules and strategy of play for a variety of activities. Students will be able to demonstrate skills needed for different activities. Students will also be fitness tested in the areas of strength, flexibility, and cardiovascular endurance. This class is a gateway class into future PE offerings at WHS and an introduction to other WHS PE staff. Students will be given the opportunity to sample other PE class offerings (i.e. Yolates, Aquatics, Weights, etc) for a short period of time. This course needs to be taken and passed by the end of the sophomore year. PED115 INTRO TO WEIGHTS CREDIT: .5 PREREQUISITE: Must have passed Physical

Education I ELECTIVE: 9-10th grade CLASS FEE: WHS P.E. Shirt This course will provide students the opportunity to develop the basic components of fitness: muscular strength and endurance, cardiovascular fitness, and flexibility. Basic concepts of anatomy, physiology and biomechanics will be taught and enforced. Weight room safety and etiquette will be taught and enforced.

PED225 WEIGHT TRAINING CREDIT: .5 for each semester PREREQUISITE: None OPTION: 10-12th grade CLASS FEE: WHS P.E. Shirt This class will focus on the benefits of weight training, and the different kinds of muscles and how they work. Students will learn about the many myths that still surround this fitness activity and the equipment associated with weight training. Students will be accountable for both written and skill work. Weight training may be taken up to three semesters in any combination of intro to weights, weight training or resistance training. This class may be taken up to three (3) semesters for credit. In order to take semester two, students must maintain a C average or better. In order to take semester three, students must have a B or better in semester two. PED235 RESISTANCE WEIGHT TRAINING CREDIT: .5 PREREQUISITE: None ELECTIVE: 10-12th grade CLASS FEE: WHS P.E. Shirt Resistance training is designed for students who want to gain muscular strength and endurance through weight/resistance training. Emphasis will be placed on the relationship of exercise and its impact on weight control, health and body composition. Topics of discussion may include nutrition, alternative resistance training techniques and gender differences. Activities can include but are not limited to circuits, plyometrics, weight training and cardiovascular fitness activities. Weight training may be taken up to three semesters in any combination of intro to weights, weight training or resistance training. This class may be taken up to three (3) semesters for credit. In order to take semester two, students must maintain a C average or better. In order to take semester three, students must have a B or better in semester two.


PED255 AQUATICS CREDIT: .5 for each semester PREREQUISITE: None OPTION: 9-12th grade This class is for those who enjoy playing in the water! The course is designed to improve strokes and conditioning, to learn and play a variety of water games, to learn to use some water crafts, to experience snorkeling and scuba and to keep safety our primary objective. Students are encouraged to have their own swimming goggles and all students need to have their own towel. There may be class fees required depending upon the availability of equipment and activities covered. This class may be taken up to three (3) semesters for credit. In order to take semester two, students must maintain a C average or better. In order to take semester three, students must have a B or better in semester two. PED265 LIFETIME ACTIVITIES CREDIT: .5 PREREQUISITE: None ELECTIVE: 10-12th grade CLASS FEE: WHS P.E. Shirt

Field trip fees (minimal to cover transportation costs)

This class focuses on individual sports and activities that students can participate in beyond WHS. Activities may include bowling, tennis, pickle ball, horseshoes, table tennis, and badminton. Student will be taught through skill demonstration, guided practice, and game play. Students will not only be responsible for the skills, but also for etiquette and rules of each activity. Students must provide their own tennis racket. This class may be taken up to two (2) semesters for credit. In order to take semester two, students must maintain a C average or better. PED275 TEAM SPORTS CREDIT: .5 PREREQUISITE: Physical Education I with C or

better ELECTIVE: 10-12th grade CLASS FEE: WHS P.E. Shirt This class is designed for those students with a strong interest in team sports. Team Sports will follow the Sports Education Model with activities and skill practice that are student driven. Students will be expected to have a solid skill base while implementing strategies into game play. Activities will include, but are not limited to: basketball, volleyball, softball, lacrosse, flag football, disc skills, and old school games. This class may be taken up to two (2) semesters for credit. In order to take semester two, student must maintain a C average or higher.

PED285 FIT X CREDIT: .5 PREREQUISITE: Must have passed Physical

Education I ELECTIVE: 10-12th grade CLASS FEE: WHS P.E. Shirt This class is designed for male and female students with a strong interest in fitness. This course will follow programs such as P90X and Insanity. Students will work on muscular strength and endurance as well as cardiovascular fitness every class meeting. Activities include but are not limited to: plyometrics, circuit training, weight training, aerobic activities, agility training, yoga, swimming, kenpo and core strength. This class is for those students wanting to get a high intensity workout every class meeting. This class may be taken up to two (2) semesters for credit. In order to take semester two, student must maintain a C average or higher. PED305 ADVENTURE EDUCATION I CREDIT: .5 PREREQUISITE: Physical Education I passed

with C or better OPTION: 11-12th grade CLASS FEES: WHS P.E. Shirt

$23.00 Class materials fee $10.00 Certification Fee (optional) Field trip fees (minimal to cover transportation costs)

Students enrolled in Adventure Education will progress through an experientially based program, which emphasizes interpersonal relationships and individual growth. This course uses games, challenges, and group initiatives to develop cooperation, communication, critical thinking, skills, trust, safety, and enjoyment. It encourages students to develop greater self-confidence and at the same time acquire a sense of trust in their classmates. Students will be required to demonstrate the appropriate skills and safety techniques involved in high risk activities before they will be allowed to participate and complete these tasks. Activities may include indoor climbing, ropes course and an all day hike to Rocky Mountain National Park (this field trip is required). Students will be provided opportunity to train for specific outdoor activities. Students will also be given the opportunity to earn a certification in American Red Cross Wilderness and Remote First Aid. Due to the nature of field trips included in this course, each student must provide proof of insurance and sign the WHS waiver in order to take Adventure Education. This course will only be offered fall semester.


PED345 YOLATES CREDIT: .5 PREREQUISITE: Physical Education I ELECTIVE: 11-12th grade CLASS FEES: WHS P.E. Shirt and yoga mat This class will be a combination of beginning Yoga and Pilates. Emphasis will be placed on the flexibility component as well as core body strength. Students will participate in cardio activities as well as learn the basics of both Yoga and Pilates and how they can enhance any workout program. This class may be taken up to three (3) semesters for credit. In order to take semester two, students must maintain a C average or better. In order to take semester three, students must have a B or better in semester two. PED365 INTEGRATED PHYSICAL EDUCATION CREDIT: .5 PREREQUISITE: Athlete – any student that

requires modification for PE credit. Mentors – complete application and approval from instructor(s) Mentors need Physical Education I and Lifetime Activities and must be in 11th or 12th grade

ELECTIVE: Must be junior or senior with interest in education, special education or leadership skills development

CLASS FEES: WHS P.E. Shirt Field trip fees (minimal)

This is an Adaptive Physical Education course; activities will be modified to help students with special needs achieve their potential in the areas of sport, lifetime activities, fitness and wellness. Students will be matched up with a Student/ Mentor who will help in the journey to success. These students will then be matched up with a student or a small group who need assistance and or modifications for the activity. These students will be working with the instructor and paraprofessional aid (if staffing is available) to provide instruction and support. This class may be taken up to three (3) semesters for credit.

PED405 ADVENTURE EDUCATION II CREDIT: .5 PREREQUISITE: Pass Adventure Ed I with a B

or better Complete AE I hike Certification in FA/CPR OPTION: 11-12th grade CLASS FEES: WHS P.E. Shirt

$5.00 – class fees Field trip fees (minimal)

An advanced outdoor activities class with an emphasis on creating a personal land use ethic for public land use. This class will not only deal with land use issues, a large portion of the class will be used to prepare for class trips as well as planning training programs for each specific activity. Students need to be self-sufficient and in many cases able to be self-directed learners. Activities will be seasonally appropriate. Due to the nature of field trips included in this course, each student must provide proof of insurance and sign the WHS waiver in order to take Adventure Education. This course will only be offered every other year spring semester. PED406 TRAINING THE TRIATHLON CREDIT: .5 PREQUISITE: Pass Physical Education I and

be able to swim 300 yards OPTION: 10th-12th Grade CLASS FEES: WHS P.E. Shirt $5.00 – class fees

Field trip fees (minimal) This class will give students the tools and skills necessary to participate in a triathlon. Swimming, cycling, and running will be the main focus of this course. Students will learn how to choose the correct equipment for each discipline. Each student will need to have access to a bicycle and helmet each class period. Students need to be able to swim 300 yards continuously or have passed aquatics at WHS. This course will only be offered every other year fall semester.


PED435 WSI/LIFEGUARD TRAINING CREDIT: .5 PREREQUISITE: Student must be 15 years old by

the end of the course. The ability to swim, 300 yards continuously; (however part of the course objectives is to improve stroke technique and swimming fitness in order to prepare students for the swimming requirements of the course).

ELECTIVE: 10-12th grade/with age requirement

CLASS FEES: Not to exceed $75.00 – book, pocket mask and certification

WSI (Water Safety Instructor) is a Red Cross Certification course. The participants will receive their WSI certifications upon successfully passing this course and will be qualified for employment as a swimming instructor. This course includes: proper stroke technique of participant, development of skill progressions for all six levels of ARC swimming classes, identify and correct common stroke errors, incorporating safety awareness into lessons, and hands-on teaching experiences, and certification in fundamentals of instructions. Lifeguard Training topics will include swimming, conditioning, rescue techniques, Life guarding techniques, CPR/PR certification, First Aid, and American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification. PED455 RESPONDING TO EMERGENCIES CREDIT: .5 PREREQUISITE: Physical Education I with a

recommended grade of C or better

ELECTIVE: 11-12th grade CLASS FEES: Not to exceed $75.00 – book,

pocket mask and certification This class is a semester course in advanced first aid. In this course the student will be given vital information about emergency response and updated medical information. It offers the opportunity to make frequent checks on progress through skills practice, class discussions, and role playing activities and study questions. In addition, topics to be covered are basic care of athletic injuries.


SCIENCE


9TH GRADE COURSE OPTIONS: SCI110 EARTH & SPACE SCIENCE A SCI111 EARTH & SPACE SCIENCE B *NCAA Approved Core Course CREDIT: 1.0 PREREQUISITE: None REQUIRED: 9th grade This course is designed to provide students with extended learning opportunities in the areas of meteorology–the study of the atmosphere, oceanography–the study of the ocean, astronomy–the study of space, and geology–the study of Earth. Learning will take place through a variety of activities and laboratory experiences. The scientific method and problem-solving skills will be used to help students discover their impact on the Earth. Major topics covered will include: physical properties of the atmosphere, severe weather, the water cycle and how humans impact it, the solar system, stars, galaxies and the universe, space exploration, physical properties of the ocean, movement of ocean water, earth resources, geologic hazards, geologic time, landscape development and map reading, plate tectonics, climate, and renewable/Non-Renewable Resources. 9TH OR 10TH GRADE COURSE OPTIONS: SCI210 BIOLOGY A SCI211 BIOLOGY B *NCAA Approved Core Course CREDIT: 1.0 PREREQUISITE: None REQUIRED: 9th or 10th grade Biology A This course is an introduction to biology with an emphasis on living/nonliving, molecules of life, cell biology, genetics, evolution.. The student will study this subject matter through: using the experimental process, laboratory activities, critical thinking activities, individual/group projects, class discussion/notes, and classroom and district assessments. Biology B This course is an introduction to the Kingdoms, and human biology. The student will study this subject matter through: using the experimental process, laboratory activities, critical thinking activities, individual/group projects, class discussion/notes, and classroom and district assessments.

9TH OR 10TH GRADE COURSE OPTIONS: SCI320 PRE-AP BIOLOGY A SCI321 PRE-AP BIOLOGY B *NCAA Approved Core Course

CREDIT: 1.0 PREREQUISITE: Recommended to be taken

concurrently with Earth/Space Science if you are planning on concentrating in the sciences

ELECTIVE: Fulfills required Biology credit This course is for those students who have a strong interest in biology and intend to take advanced biology courses in the junior and seniors years. (Microbiology and/or AP biology). Topics covered include: characteristics of life, biochemistry, cells (energy, growth, and reproduction), genetics, bio-technology, evolution, survey of the kingdoms, and body systems.

10-12TH GRADE COURSE OPTIONS: SCI330 CHEMISTRY I A SCI331 CHEMISTRY I B *NCAA Approved Core Course CREDIT: 1.0 PREREQUISITE: Algebra I A&B with grade of C

or better, strongly recommended

ELECTIVE: 10-12th grade. Recommended to be taken concurrently with Biology or your 10th grade year if you are planning on concentrating in the sciences.

This course offers an introduction to chemistry. Students will examine the chemical world that surrounds us through laboratory experiments, discussion, lecture, and problem solving. Some topics covered in the year include the following: formula and equation balancing, nomenclature of compounds, stoichiometry, acids and bases, quantum numbers, atomic structure, dimensional analysis, significant digit, gas laws, molar calculation and periodic trends.


SCI310 ELECTRONICS A SCI311 ELECTRONICS B CREDIT: 1.0 PREREQUISITE: Geometry strongly

recommended ELECTIVE: 10-12th grade This course offers a lab-centered introduction to basic electronics. No previous experience in electronics is needed. Students will build and test many different types of circuits. Two projects will be built during the year. The characteristics of both analog and digital electronics will be studied, as well as their application in today’s world. Some of the specific topics will include: DC and AC circuits, transistor amplifiers, digital logic and processing, introduction to Robotics, and consumer electronic devices.

11TH AND 12TH COURSE OPTIONS: SCI305 RENEWABLE SCIENCE CREDIT: .5 PREREQUISITE: Earth/Space Science A&B and

Biology A&B ELECTIVE: 11-12th grade This course offers an introduction to environmental science with an emphasis on renewable energy. Students will examine the environment around us through laboratory experiments, research, discussion, lecture and problem solving. Some topics covered in the semester include the following: reduce, reuse and recycle, waste management, conservation, renewable energy: solar, wind, geothermal, hydro, biomass, biodiesel, etc., nonrenewable energy, ethics, public policy, local and regional issues and environmental awareness. SCI315 MICROBIOLOGY *NCAA Approved Core Course CREDIT: .5 PREREQUISITE: Biology A&B or Pre-AP

Biology A&B with C or better ELECTIVE: 11-12th grade LAB FEE: $10.00 This course is an introduction to the world of microbiology with an emphasis on microbiology history, microscope use, cell biology, viruses, bacteria, protists, algae, disease, and the human immune system. The student will study this subject matter through: using the experimental process, laboratory activities, critical thinking activities, individual/group projects, class discussion/notes, and classroom and district assessments.

SCI325 ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE *NCAA Approved Core Course CREDIT: .5 PREREQUISITE: Biology A&B or Pre-AP

Biology A&B with a recommended C or better

ELECTIVE: 11-12th grade LAB FEE: $10.00 This course is an introduction to environmental science with an emphasis on ecology, biomes, cycles, land pollution, water pollution, air pollution, endangered species, environmental politics/policies, and regional environmental issues. The student will study this subject matter through: using the experimental process, laboratory activities, critical thinking activities, individual/group projects, class discussion/notes, classroom, and district assessments. SCI340 CONCEPTUAL PHYSICS A SCI341 CONCEPTUAL PHYSICS B *NCAA Approved Core Course CREDIT: 1.0 PREREQUISITE: Geometry A&B or Advanced

Geometry A&B with grade of C or better strongly recommended

ELECTIVE: 11-12th grade This course is an introduction to physics. The emphasis will be on understanding the concepts through demonstrations, experiments, activities, and written exercises. Exploration and concept development will be followed by application. Students will learn the physics of many everyday devices as well as natural phenomena. The general topics studied are: motion and forces, heat and properties of matter, sound and light, electricity and magnetism, and atomic and nuclear. SCI420 AP BIOLOGY SCI421 AP BIOLOGY *NCAA Approved Core Course CREDIT: 1.0 PREREQUISITE: Earth/Space Science A&B,

Biology A&B or Pre-AP Biology A&B. Chemistry I A&B strongly recommended

ELECTIVE: 11-12th grade LAB FEE: $20.00 AP Biology is a course designed for students that have a strong interest in pursuing the sciences. AP Biology is designed to offer students topics that are covered in freshman Biology at the University level. Students accepting the challenge of AP will be required to actively participate in all lectures, lab activities and field trips.


SCI432 AP CHEMISTRY A SCI433 AP CHEMISTRY B *NCAA Approved Core Course CREDIT: 1.0 PREREQUISITE: Chemistry I A&B and Algebra

II A&B are strongly recommended

ELECTIVE: 11-12th grade LAB FEE: $20.00 AP Chemistry is designed for students who have a strong interest in pursuing the sciences, especially chemistry or medical fields. AP Chemistry will cover topics that correspond to those offered in a University level freshman chemistry course. The student may earn college credit by successfully passing the AP Chemistry exam. SCI440 COLLEGE PREP PHYSICS A SCI441 COLLEGE PREP PHYSICS B *NCAA Approved Core Course CREDIT: 1.0 PREREQUISITE: Algebra II A&B ELECTIVE: 11-12th grade This course is an introduction to physics. It will cover the same general topics as Conceptual Physics, but at greater depth and with an emphasis on problem-solving. Students will learn some data analysis through experiments. Concept development will be followed by application, laboratory experiments and the development of problem-solving skills. Students will learn the physics of many everyday devices, as well as natural phenomena. The general topics studied are: motion and forces, heat and properties of matter, sound and light, electricity and magnetism, and atomic and nuclear. SCI455 GEOLOGY *NCAA Approved Core Course CREDIT: .5

Approval of optional college credit from UNC is pending

PREREQUISITE: Recommended grade of C or better in Earth/Space Science A&B

ELECTIVE: 11-12th grade This class covers the origins and classifications of minerals and rocks, landscape development, and the earth’s structure and history. As a college level course, students will be expected to perform at a high level. Class discussions, labs, and assignments will be challenging, yet beneficial to the science-bound student. Non-science bound students may be able to use this course as an elective credit at college. You must receive a “C” or better to earn UNC credit.

RECOMMENDED FOR NON-SCIENCE MAJORS: SCI220 GENERAL CHEMISTRY A

SCI221 GENERAL CHEMISTRY B *NCAA Approved Core Course

CREDIT: 1.0 This course fulfills the three required years of Science

ELECTIVE: 11-12th grade PREREQUISITE: Earth/Space Science A&B and

Biology A&B

This course offers an introduction to chemistry and its relationship to the everyday lives of people. This course is intended for students who will not be taking advanced science or math courses in college. Students will examine the chemical world that surrounds us through laboratory experiments, discussion, lecture, activities, and problem solving. Topics to be covered include: structure of atoms, structure and properties of matter, chemical reactions, motion and forces, conservation of energy and the increase in disorder, interaction of energy and matter, understanding about science and technology, locally, nationally, and globally, natural resources and environmental quality.


SOCIAL STUDIES

SST110 WORLD GEOGRAPHY A SST111 WORLD GEOGRAPHY B *NCAA Approved Core Course CREDIT: 1.0 PREREQUISITE: None REQUIRED: 9th grade This course is designed to help the student learn, understand, relate, and apply the concepts of physical and cultural geography. The course will look at current events in each region and discuss several topics throughout the year. Some topics include: five themes of geography, map skills, demographics, population issues, conflicts, economics, culture, and regions.

SST420 AP HUMAN GEOGRAPHY A SST421 AP HUMAN GEOGRAPHY B *NCAA Approved Core Course CREDIT: 1.0 PREREQUISITE: None ELECTIVE: 9-12th grade. May be taken in

lieu of World Geography The purpose of the AP Human Geography course is to introduce students to the systematic study of patterns and processes that have shaped human understanding, use, and alteration of Earth’s surface. Students employ spatial concepts and landscape analysis to examine human social organization and its environmental consequences. They also learn about the methods and tools geographers use in their science and practice. Human geography is the study of where humans and their activities and institutions, such as ethnic groups, cities, and industries are located, and why they are there. Human geographers also study the interactions of humans with their environment and draw on some basic elements of physical geography.


SST210 WORLD HISTORY A SST211 WORLD HISTORY B *NCAA Approved Core Course CREDIT: 1.0 PREREQUISITE: None REQUIRED: 10th grade Semester 1: Through chronological and thematic approaches, the student will learn more about how cultures of yesterday and today are interrelated. Students will study major eras in history as they increase their understanding of the relationships between important political, social, cultural and scientific events. Some topics include: rise of civilizations, Roman and Greek contributions, major religions (emphasis on Christianity, Islam, Buddhism, Hinduism, Judaism, etc.), Crusades, medieval Europe, Age of Exploration, Protestant Reformation, Counter-Reformation, Renaissance, Enlightenment, Revolutions and Industrialization. Semester 2: This course uses chronological and thematic approaches to help the student understand important political, social, economic, and cultural relationships from colonialism to modern times. The focus is the rise of Western Civilization after the middle ages. Some topics include: age of colonialism, formation of the modern political world, World War I, rise of Communism, Holocaust, World War II, formation of the modern Middle East, fall of Communism. SST305 GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION

SYSTEMS CREDIT: .5 PREREQUISITE: World Geography A&B ELECTIVE: 10-12th grade *NCAA Course Approval Pending This course teaches students spatial inquiry. Students will participate in a wide range of activities including: data collection both in the classroom and the outside world, identifying countries and locations, and critically thinking and solving problems based on that information. The course looks at careers in GIS and uses field trips and guest speakers to teach students about opportunities for employment in GIS. Students learn to use ArcGIS mapping software to make maps and overlays for use with other software like Google Earth and in presentations. 11th and 12th grade students who pass this course with a “C” or better, and who pay for the college credit through the University of Northern Colorado, will be eligible to enroll in Advanced GIS Applications.

SST310 UNITED STATES HISTORY A SST311 UNITED STATES HISTORY B *NCAA Approved Core Course CREDIT: 1.0 PREREQUISITE: None REQUIRED: 11-12th grade This course examines the political, economical, social and cultural development of the United States. The focus of this course is the impact of the historical development of contemporary society from Reconstruction to the modern day. Semester 1: cultural history of the United States, United States economic policy and systems, political and civil rights movements Semester 2: foreign policy of the United States and America at war. SST325 PSYCHOLOGY CREDIT: .5 PREREQUISITE: None ELECTIVE: 10-12th grade This semester-long course offers an introduction to psychology as a behavioral science. Students will study human behavior and the mental processes of human beings. Topics that may be explored include psychological perspectives, biological basis of behavior, psychological disorders and their treatment, sensation and perception, states of consciousness, memory, thinking, language, learning, intelligence, motivation, emotion, personality, human development, and social psychology. SST345 SOCIOLOGY CREDIT: .5 PREREQUISITE: None ELECTIVE: 10-12th grade Sociology is a college prepatory elective course, which studies human behavior in group situations. Its focus is on the dynamics of group behavior and the interaction of individuals in groups. This course acquaints students with the basic sociological theories and tools of analysis and shows their relationship to other behavioral science disciplines such as anthropology and psychology. Social stratification, sexism, ageism, racism, and other social issues will be considered. Additionally, the class will examine the effect of social structure, practices, and institutions upon the individual in everyday life.


SST422 AP PSYCHOLOGY A SST423 AP PSYCHOLOGY B *NCAA Approved Core Course CREDIT: 1 .0 PREREQUISITE: None ELECTIVE: 11-12th grade This course is designed to be as challenging as a college introductory psychology class. This class will introduce you to systematic and scientific study of the behavior and mental processes of human beings and other animals. As prescribed by the College Board, the course traces the emergence of scientific psychology and covers the development of the major schools of psychology. Students will be exposed to psychological facts, theories, and phenomena within psychology including personality development, behavior, learning and memory. You will learn, evaluate, and employ various research methods that psychologists use in practice. Students will be expected to think critically of the ethical issues within psychology. The pace of this class will be intense, the reading and assignments will be challenging, and we will cover a substantial amount of material in preparation for the AP exam. SST365 INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS *NCAA Approved Core Course CREDIT: .5 PREREQUISITE: None ELECTIVE: 11-12th grade This course is reading and writing intensive and is designed to help students evaluate political, economic, social, and cultural relationships among nations in a globalized world. Students should have a working knowledge of US policies since World War II. Students will participate in at least one Model UN type simulation and must work together to problem solve and debate issues. Students will also participate in an international service-learning project in this class.

SST375 MODERN U.S. STUDIES *NCAA Approved Core Course CREDIT: .5 PREREQUISITE: None ELECTIVE: 11-12th grade This one semester course focuses on the United States from the Nixon administration to the present era. In doing so, the historical, political, social, and economic conditions that have existed within the United States during this period, as well as their implications, will be closely examined and critiqued. As an extension to the second semester of U.S. History, Modern U.S. Studies will address issues such as the end of the Vietnam War, Watergate, U.S. dependency upon foreign oil, the Iran Hostage crisis, Reaganomics, the nuclear arms race, U.S. military involvement within the Middle East, Africa, and Latin American, the impact of HIV/AIDS, acts of terrorism against the United States (domestic and foreign), Waco, school violence, the impact of technology, 9/11, the War on Terror, etc. This is a college-preparatory social studies elective that is open to juniors and seniors. It does not fulfill the requirements of the second semester of U.S. History. SST410 AP EUROPEAN HISTORY A SST411 AP EUROPEAN HISTORY B *NCAA Approved Core Course CREDIT: 1.0 PREREQUISITE: SST210/SST211 (C or better) CLASS FEE: $15 (A.P. test prep book) ELECTIVE: 10-12th grade. May be taken in

lieu of World History The study of European history since 1450 introduces students to cultural, economic, political, and social developments that played a fundamental role in shaping the world in which they live. Without this knowledge, we would lack the context for understanding the development of contemporary institutions, the role of continuity and change in present-day society and politics, and the evolution of current forms of artistic expression and intellectual discourse. In addition to providing a basic narrative of events and movements, the goals of the AP program in European History are to develop: an understanding of some of the principal themes in modern European History, an ability to analyze historical evidence and historical interpretation, and an ability to express historical understanding in writing.


SST415 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT & CIVICS *NCAA Approved Core Course CREDIT: .5 PREREQUISITE: None REQUIRED: 12th grade This course is designed to help the student understand the basic organization, function and purpose of local, state, and national government in the United States. This course places strong emphasis on student understanding of the practical side of citizen participation in the political process. Some topics include: political philosophy, political and economic systems, party process, current events, constitution, and Bill of Rights. SST425 ECONOMICS *NCAA Approved Core Course CREDIT: .5 PREREQUISITE: SST310/SST311 ELECTIVE: 11-12th grade This course will offer the opportunity to become familiar with the fundamentals of economic concepts. We will study microeconomic concepts including supply and demand, competition, and the price system. Macroeconomic concepts studied include labor, money, government spending, banking, and financial investments. We will deal with the topics of Gross Domestic Product (GDP), the business cycle, unemployment, and inflation. We will also discuss economics as a global issue with the United States being a part of the world economy. SST405 ADVANCED GIS APPLICATIONS CREDIT: .5 PREREQUISITE: SST305 ELECTIVE: 11-12th grade *NCAA Course Approval Pending After completion of Geographic Information Systems (SST305) students who wish to explore more work in Geospatial Science may choose Advanced GIS Applications. This class is a coordinated internship between the GIS@WHS program and the Geospatial Centroid at Colorado State University. Students will work at the Centroid and will be supervised by Mr. Cline at Windsor High School and Sophia Linn and Dr. Melinda Laturia at CSU. Projects can include remote sensing, geodatabase organization and mapping. Transportation to and from and parking at CSU is the responsibility of the student.


VISUAL ARTS

ART110 INTRODUCTION TO VISUAL ART A ART111 INTRODUCTION TO VISUAL ART B CREDIT: 1.0 PREREQUISITE: None ELECTIVE: 9-12th grade CLASS FEES: Materials - $5.00 This course will explore the fundamentals of drawing and sculpture. Students will gain the skills necessary to recognize and use art as a method of communication. This course provides the building blocks for success in art making and expression. Materials utilized in this class include pencil, charcoal, and clay. Students must pass ART110 with a D or better to take ART111. ART210 INTERMEDIATE DRAWING A ART211 INTERMEDIATE DRAWING B CREDIT: 1.0 PREREQUISITE: Introduction to Visual Art

A&B ELECTIVE: 10-12th grade CLASS FEES: Materials - $5.00 Students will build and refine drawing skills through further studies in the elements and principles of visual art. Students will explore, in-depth, the communicative and expressive elements of line, value, and color. Studies will include a broad selection of art from multiple historical and cultural traditions. Students may repeat this class for credit with a C or better.

ART220 INTERMEDIATE PAINTING A ART221 INTERMEDIATE PAINTING B CREDIT: 1.0 PREREQUISITE: Introduction to Visual Art

A&B ELECTIVE: 10-12th grade CLASS FEES: Materials – not to exceed $20 Students will continue to explore the expressive qualities of color, color mixing, and paint application through an exploration of painting techniques. In this course, students will explore unconventional materials as well as historical processes as they gain skills in both realistic and abstract methods of visual communication. Students may repeat this class for credit with a C or better. ART310 INTERMEDIATE SCULPTURE A ART311 INTERMEDIATE SCULPTURE B CREDIT: 1.0 PREREQUISITE: Introduction to Visual Art

A&B ELECTIVE: 10-11th grade CLASS FEES: Materials – not to exceed $20 Students will build and refine sculpting skills through further studies in the elements and principles of art. Students will explore, in-depth, the communicative and expressive elements of form, texture and space. Students will also refine their observational skills, building a practical understanding of how to think and communicate in three dimensions. Students may repeat this class for credit with a C or better.


ART415 ADVANCED SCULPTURE CREDIT: .5 PREREQUISITE: Introduction to Visual Art

A&B (C or better) and Intermediate Sculpture

ELECTIVE: 11-12th grade CLASS FEES: Materials – not to exceed $20 In this course, students will develop and refine personal style while improving technical skill in clay and plaster. They will begin to explore how their own work fits into the arc of history while using universal themes to create personal meaning. Students in this course will create portfolio quality artwork as a showcase of their process, talent and interest. May be offered concurrently with Intermediate Sculpture (ART310/311). ART435 ADVANCED DRAWING AND PAINTING CREDIT: .5 PREREQUISITE: Portfolio Review, instructor

recommendation and minimum three semesters of Intermediate Drawing and/or Intermediate Painting (recommended B or better)

ELECTIVE: 11-12th grade CLASS FEES: Materials – not to exceed $20 Students in this course will continue development of a personal style while researching and exploring trends throughout art history. Compelling themes will inspire creative problem solving, while emphasis on technique and personal growth improve quality. Students in this course will create portfolio quality artwork as a showcase of their process, talent, and interest. ART312 INTEGRATED VISUAL ART CREDIT: .5 PREREQUISITE: Artist–any special education

student that requires Fine Arts credit Mentors – complete application and approval from instructor(s) Mentors need 2 credits of Art

ELECTIVE: Artist, 9-12th grade Mentor, 11-12th grade CLASS FEES: Materials – not to exceed $15 This is an Adaptive Visual Art course; activities will be modified to help students with special needs achieve their potential in the areas of visual art, skill development, fine motor skill, and creative expression. Students will be matched up with a Student/Mentor who will help in the journey to success. Junior and Senior students who want to become a mentor for this class must fill out an application and have instructor approval before signing up for this course. These students will then be matched up with a student or a small group who need assistance and or modifications for this activity. These students will be

working with the instructor and paraprofessional aid (if staffing is available) to provide instruction and support. ART355 PUPPETRY CREDIT: .5 PREREQUISITE: Introduction to Visual Art

A&B (C or better) OR Theater Arts I A&B (C or better)

ELECTIVE: 10-12th grade COURSE LEVEL: Intermediate CLASS FEES: Materials – not to exceed $20 Students in this course will have the opportunity to create a full puppet production of one of the classic fairy tales (“Peter and the Wolf”, etc.) using modified Bunraku (traditional Japanese puppet theater) techniques. Students will build puppets and sets, create staging, and learn the art of moving the puppets to create the illusion of life. Students may present the production to groups around the community at the end of the semester. ART345 BOOKMAKING CREDIT: .5 PREREQUISITE: Introduction to Visual Art

A&B (C or better) OR Theater Arts I A&B (C or better)

ELECTIVE: 10-12th grade COURSE LEVEL: Intermediate CLASS FEES: Materials – not to exceed $20 Students in this course will have the opportunity to explore an exciting combination of drawing, painting, collage and sculpture simultaneously. Projects range from the creation of new, theme based handmade books to the manipulation of existing hardback books. Bookmaking is a creative approach to the tradition of communication in art, combining art, literature, journaling and self expression. Students may repeat this class for credit with a “C” or better.


VOCAL & INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC MUV110 MIXED CHOIR A MUV111 MIXED CHOIR B CREDIT: 1.0 PREREQUISITE: No audition ELECTIVE: 9-12th grade This non-auditioned choir is for any student who enjoys singing. Mixed Choir students rehearse and perform standard choral literature from all periods of music. This choir gives four required evening concerts (one concert per quarter) each year. Mixed choir also performs at a Large Group Vocal Contest. MUV210 TREBLE CHOIR A MUV211 TREBLE CHOIR B CREDIT: 1.0 PREREQUISITE: Audition ELECTIVE: 10-12th grade This choir is for female students who enjoy singing and also want to be challenged. Treble Choir students perform standard choral literature from all periods of music. Students are required to perform in four required evening concerts (one concert per quarter) each year. All Treble Choir participants perform at a Large Group Vocal Festival and at a Jazz Festival. MUV300 CONCERT CHOIR A MUV301 CONCERT CHOIR B CREDIT: 1.0 PREREQUISITE: Audition ELECTIVE: 10-12th grade This choral ensemble is for the dedicated choir student who wishes to be challenged. Concert Choir students rehearse and perform standard choral literature from all periods of music. Students are required to perform in four evening concerts (one concert per quarter) each year, and two performances of the Variety Show. Individual choir members have the opportunity to audition for All-State Choir and All-State Jazz Choir. This choir performs at a Large Group Vocal Festival and a Jazz Festival. This choir is sometimes invited to perform throughout the community. Community performances are not graded, but count towards lettering.

MUV410 VOCAL JAZZ ENSEMBLE A

“WIZARDRY” A MUV411 VOCAL JAZZ ENSEMBLE B

“WIZARDRY” B CREDIT: 1.0 PREREQUISITE: Audition ELECTIVE: 10-12th grade CLASS FEE: Outfit not to exceed $100 This vocal jazz ensemble is a select performance oriented choral ensemble open to high school choir members who successfully audition for the class. This small select group is a 16 to 20 voice SATB choir. Choir students will rehearse and perform jazz choir literature. The choir gives four evening concerts (one concert per quarter) each year, two performances of the annual Variety Show and performs at a Jazz Festival. Wizardry students may be invited to perform at several community performances throughout the year for additional lettering points. Each member of Wizardry must also be a member of Concert Choir. MUV420 SMALL VOCAL JAZZ ENSEMBLE

“WIZDOM” A MUV421 SMALL VOCAL JAZZ ENSEMBLE

“WIZDOM” B CREDIT: 1.0 PREREQUISITE: Audition ELECTIVE: 10-12th grade This is an audition only class for female vocal jazz singers. Students will rehearse and perform standard vocal jazz literature. This group performs four evening concerts (one concert per quarter) each year and two performances of the annual Variety Show. They also participate in a Vocal Jazz Festival. Wizdom students may be invited to perform at several community performances throughout the year for additional lettering points. Each member of Wizdom must also be a member of Concert Choir.


Students will only be required to pay the Core Ensemble fee once per year regardless of how many Instrumental Core Ensembles they participate in. The Core Ensemble fee includes the cost of the required concert uniform, as well as other expenses incurred by the ensemble. In order to participate in an instrumental extension Ensemble, students need to be concurrently enrolled in an Instrumental Core Ensemble. MUB120 FRESHMAN BAND A MUB121 FRESHMAN BAND B CREDIT: 1.0 PREREQUISITE: Previous band experience or

audition ELECTIVE: 9th grade ENSEMBLE TYPE: Instrumental Core CLASS FEES: $65 Core Ensemble Fee This ensemble is open to all Windsor High School Freshman who enjoy playing in an instrumental music ensemble. Members rehearse and perform a variety of wind band literature from standard to contemporary repertoire. During the fall semester, the Freshman Band is required to perform at two evening concerts, three parades, and one evening pep band performance. During the spring semester, the Freshman Band is required to perform on one evening concert, one festival, three evening pep band performances, Windsor High School graduation and complete an evening placement audition for the following school year ensemble participation. MUB200 CONCERT BAND A MUB201 CONCERT BAND B CREDIT: 1.0 PREREQUISITE: Previous band experience or

audition ELECTIVE: 10-12th grade ENSEMBLE TYPE: Instrumental Core CLASS FEES: $65 Core Ensemble Fee This ensemble is open to all Windsor High School sophomores, juniors, and seniors who enjoy playing in an instrumental music ensemble. Members rehearse and perform a variety of wind band literature from standard to contemporary repertoire. During the fall semester, the Concert Band is required to perform on two evening concerts, three parades and one evening pep band performance. During the spring semester, the Concert Band is required to perform on one evening concert, one festival, three evening pep band performances, Windsor High School graduation and complete an evening placement audition for the following school year ensemble participation.

MUB105 MARCHING BAND CREDIT: .5 PREREQUISITE: Previous band experience or

audition ELECTIVE: 9-12th grade ENSEMBLE TYPE: Instrumental Extension CLASS FEES: $235.00 Marching Band fee

(payment plan available) May be asked to purchase uniform and additional fees

MEETING TIMES: Camps during the Summer Months, Zero hour and Saturdays

Concurrent enrollment in an Instrumental Core Course (Freshman Band, Concert Band, Wind Ensemble, or String Orchestra) or a Choir course is required of all members, including Visual Ensemble. This ensemble is open to all Windsor High School students with previous experience or who have passed an audition. Required performances include all home football games, three parades, the annual Band Extravaganza and four CBA competitions. All students will participate in strength and endurance conditioning. Camps throughout the summer (May through August) and prior to the start of school are required. Individuals interested in participating in the Drum Line, Percussion Pit or Visual Ensemble will need to audition and be selected prior to the end of the previous spring semester. Dates for these auditions will become available in February or March. MUB210 JAZZ BAND A MUB211 JAZZ BAND B CREDIT: 1.0 PREREQUISITE: Previous band experience or

audition ENSEMBLE TYPE: Instrumental Extension ELECTIVE: 9-12th grade Concurrent enrollment in Concert Band, Wind Ensemble, Freshman Band or Orchestra is required. This class is open to any current band student who has an interest in jazz performance, history, and improvisation. No audition is required to take this course. The class will explore the jazz medium at a very in-depth degree. Jazz Band performs in four evening concerts per year and one festival.


MUB320 WIND ENSEMBLE A MUB321 WIND ENSEMBLE B CREDIT: 1.0 PREREQUISITE: Audition based on ability to

play a wind, percussion instrument, or bass and written consent of the director

ELECTIVE: 10-12th grade CLASS FEES: $65.00 Core Ensemble Fee This ensemble is open to all WHS sophomores, juniors, and seniors who enjoy playing in and who have successfully completed the audition for the ensemble. Members will rehearse and perform a variety of intermediate to advanced wind band literature selected from standard and contemporary repertoire. During the fall semester, the Wind Ensemble is required to perform on three evening concerts, three parades and one evening pep band performance. During the spring semester, the Wind Ensemble is required to perform on one concert, one festival, three evening pep band performances, Windsor High School graduation and complete an evening placement audition for the following year ensemble participation. MUB330 JAZZ ENSEMBLE A MUB331 JAZZ ENSEMBLE B CREDIT: 1.0 PREREQUISITE: Previous band experience and

audition required ENSEMBLE TYPE: Instrumental Extension ELECTIVE: 9-12th grade CLASS FEE: Cost of uniform Concurrent enrollment in Concert Band, Wind Ensemble or Orchestra is required. This select ensemble is open to WHS students who have successfully completed the audition for the course. Students will rehearse and perform a variety of jazz literature, learn improvisational skills necessary for performance in a jazz ensemble, and study the history and development of the jazz style. The jazz ensemble is required to perform on three evening concerts in the fall. During the spring semester, the jazz ensemble is required to perform two evening concerts and all evening rehearsals and performances of the Variety Show in the spring.

MUO100 STRING ORCHESTRA I A MUO101 STRING ORCHESTRA I B CREDIT: 1.0 PREREQUISITE: Previous orchestra experience

or audition ENSEMBLE TYPE: Instrumental Core ELECTIVE: 9-12th grade CLASS FEES: $65.00 Core Ensemble Fee This ensemble is open to all WHS students who enjoy playing orchestral string instruments including violin, viola, cello, or bass. Members will rehearse and perform a variety of orchestral string literature selected from standard and contemporary repertoire. In the fall semester, the Orchestra is required to perform on two evening concerts and one festival. In the spring semester, the Orchestra is required to perform on two evening concerts, one festival, Windsor High School graduation and complete an evening placement audition for the following school year ensemble participation. MUS215 HISTORY OF ROCK AND ROLL CREDIT: .5 PREREQUISITE: None ELECTIVE: 9-12th grade This class is open to all sophomores, juniors, and senior students. The class will learn about the roots of Rock and Roll, from the conception of music to present-day popular music. Projects will include written, oral, and group activities. MUS400 AP MUSIC THEORY A MUS401 AP MUSIC THEORY B CREDIT: 1.0 PREREQUISITE: None ELECTIVE: 11-12th grade This course is designed to give insight into music theory through music composition. Each semester will be devoted to learning and understanding diatonic harmony and melody by actually composing music. The course will emphasize learning to read music: notes, rhythms, scales, intervals, triads, and harmonic organization. Ear training and melodic and rhythmic dictation will also be taught. Students will compose music in the Mac Lab using “Finale.” Completion of the AP Music Theory exam is highly encouraged. This course covers more than the first semester of music theory at any college.


MUB115 AFRICAN DRUMMING CREDIT: .5 PREREQUISITE: None ELECTIVE: 9-12th grade CLASS FEES: $25 to cover project costs African Drumming is open to all WHS students. This will be a performing group that will explore the history, culture and music of Africa through the art of drumming and dance. No previous experience in drumming is required as all skills needed, will be taught in class. The students will perform in one concert and possibly attend Solo and Ensemble Festival. Other concerts or performances may be added by the director. MUB116 “SOGORA UNGANA!” (“WIZARDS UNITE!”)/AFRICAN DRUMMING 2 CREDIT: .5 PREREQUISITE: African Drumming and

admission by audition ELECTIVE: 10-12th grade CLASS FEES: $50 to cover performance costs

(transportation/instrument costs)

“Sogora Ungana” is open to sophomores, juniors and senior WHS students who have taken MUB115 in a previous semester. This will be a performance troupe class, where members will be selected by audition. Auditions will be held in May of the previous school year. The students will perform several times throughout the semester, during the school day, and in the evenings. Involvement will require members to be committed to the success of this group and will require rigorous training during class time in preparation for performances throughout Northern Colorado. Students will also be asked to provide their own uniform and cover this cost, decisions on uniforms and costs will be made as a group in class at the start of the semester.

MUB215 INSTRUMENTAL CHAMBER ENSEMBLE CREDIT: .5 PREREQUISITE: Previous instrumental

experience and concurrent enrollment in Instrumental Core Course (Freshman Band, Concert Band, Wind Ensemble or String Orchestra) or a choir course

ENSEMBLE TYPE: Instrumental Extension ELECTIVE: 9-12th grade MEETING TIMES: Zero hour and Saturdays This ensemble is open to all WHS students who participate in Freshman Band, Concert Band, Wind Ensemble, and/or String Orchestra. Based on instrumentation, students will be able to participate in any or all of the following chamber ensembles: Flute Ensemble, Clarinet Choir, Saxophone Ensemble, Brass Choir, Percussion Ensemble, String Quartet, Jazz Combo and Woodwind Quintet. Groups will participate in Solo and Ensemble Festival and perform in one concert. Other concerts may be arranged by the directors.


WORLD LANGUAGES

Students MUST pass first semester to continue course second semester. Workbooks for courses will be used for more than one year – if workbooks are written in or lost,

students will be charged for replacing them. SPN110 SPANISH I A SPN111 SPANISH I B FRN110 FRENCH I A FRN111 FRENCH I B GRM110 GERMAN I A GRM111 GERMAN I B *NCAA Approved Core Course CREDIT: 1.0 PREREQUISITE: It is recommended that

incoming freshmen have a grade of B or better in English. It is recommended that sophomores have a grade of C or better in English.

FEES: Bilingual dictionary This course introduces the students to common vocabulary words and expressions in everyday situations, for example, how to introduce and describe themselves, and to talk about school, their families and their hobbies. Students learn basic sentence structure for expressing themselves in the present tense and begin learning about the culture. SPN210 SPANISH II A SPN211 SPANISH II B FRN210 FRENCH II A FRN211 FRENCH II B GRM210 GERMAN II A GRM211 GERMAN II B *NCAA Approved Core Course CREDIT: 1.0 PREREQUISITE: Students must have successfully

completed level 1 of the language (C or better)

FEES: Bilingual dictionary This course is a continuation of the basic language skills presented in level 1. The students expand their knowledge so that they can express themselves in past tense and in more situations, for example, traveling and requesting things as a tourist, and telling what happened. More cultural information is included.

SPN310 SPANISH III A SPN311 SPANISH III B FRN310 FRENCH III A FRN311 FRENCH III B GRM310 GERMAN III A GRM311 GERMAN III B *NCAA Approved Core Course CREDIT: 1.0 PREREQUISITE: Students must have successfully

completed level 2 of the language (C or better)

FEES: Bilingual dictionary This course completes the basic instruction of the language and transitions students into the intermediate phase of language learning. The students expand their range of expression beyond the simple present and past tense and beyond common familiar situations. They begin to explore a little of the history, art and literature of their target language. SPN410 SPANISH IV A SPN411 SPANISH IV B FRN410 FRENCH IV A FRN411 FRENCH IV B GRM411 GERMAN IV A GRM411 GERMAN IV B *NCAA Approved Core Course CREDIT: 1.0

Optional credit from UNC (5 credits) – SPANISH IV ONLY

PREREQUISITE: Students must have successfully completed level 3 of the language (a B or better is recommended) or be recommended by the teacher.

CLASS FEE: Fee not to exceed $50 for Spanish IV workbook Bilingual dictionary

This class emphasizes the development of a functional proficiency in the four basic language skills of listening, speaking, reading, and writing. It stresses practical communication, comprehension, pronunciation, fluency, and cultural awareness and includes workbook and lab activities.


ADDITIONAL 9TH GRADE REQUIREMENTS WIZ101 WIZARD 101 CREDIT: .5 PREREQUISITE: None REQUIRED: 9th grade Transitioning into high school can be both a scary and an exciting time. Wizard 101 aims to “Take you to the TOP” through focus on the Transition, Organization, and Planning skills needed to be successful in high school and beyond. The semester course will assist students in navigating the crowded hallways and the myriad of relationships, while providing academic support and mentorship from teachers. Students will be assessed based on completion of four distinct units, as well as their academic success in all of their courses. Wizard 101 is required of all first semester freshmen students and counts as an elective credit.

HLT115 HEALTH/TEEN CHOICES CREDIT: .5 PREREQUISITE: None REQUIRED: 9th grade The purpose of this course is to acquire academic knowledge and understanding necessary for healthy decision-making during the teen years. Students integrate knowledge, skills and practices required by individuals to develop, manage and strengthen: personal power and success, personal wellness, personal relationships and understanding personal sexuality and consequences.


ADDITIONAL EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES

INDEPENDENT STUDY CREDIT: .5 PREREQUISITE: Permission of instructor and

principal ELECTIVE: 11-12th grade Any dedicated student may arrange an independent study. The primary requirements are that the students have the task commitment to stay with his/her studies and the skills to direct his/her own learning, with some guidance from the instructor. The goals are to provide motivated students the opportunity to explore topics in more depth than is possible within the normal curriculum, as well as to challenge students to exercise their own higher level thinking and creative thinking abilities. This course may be on any topic mutually agreed upon by both the student and the instructor. A student may enroll in one independent study course per semester. TAD200 TEACHER AIDE A TAD201 TEACHER AIDE B CREDIT: .5

This class may be repeated for a total of one credit

PREREQUISITE: Permission of instructor and principal

ELECTIVE: 11-12th grade Students assist teachers by performing a variety of assigned duties. In essence, the Teacher Aide becomes a student support person needed to help in the success of various programs. This course provides an opportunity to develop interpersonal communication skills and work ethic in a work experience setting. Prior permission of the supervising teacher must be obtained before a student can register for this course. Teachers from other schools within the Weld Re-4 School District may request high school students as Teacher’s Aides. These requests will be considered for approval on a case-by-case basis. A Pass or Fail grading system is used. A student may enroll in one teacher’s aide/counseling aide/office aide/library aide per semester.

LDR500 LEADERSHIP A LDR501 LEADERSHIP B CREDIT: .5

This course may be repeated for credit

PREREQUISITE: Approved application ELECTIVE: 9-12th grade This course is designed for student council executive and class officers who seek a higher level of involvement and interaction, along with building leadership skills and experience. Students will be responsible for reflection on leadership experiences, as well as completion of projects and a portfolio. Students will be involved with daily student council business including preparation for Homecoming, Black and White Ball, prom, school policies and procedures, assemblies, community outreach, Green Week, Diversity Week, and other activities. Students in Leadership are expected to be active members in Student Council and available to regularly participate in committee meetings (two per semester). These meetings usually occur before school. There may also be an on-line component of this class. Entry into the class is first reserved for officers of Student Council and then on a case-by-case basis. STH100 STUDY HALL A STH101 STUDY HALL B CREDIT: NONE ELECTIVE: 9-12th grade Students who sign up for study hall should plan to use this time to work on school assignments. All necessary materials need to be brought to the classroom. Students may enroll in only one study hall per semester. Please note that students do not receive credit for study halls.


LAD200 LIBRARY AIDE A LAD201 LIBRARY AIDE B CREDIT: .5 PREREQUISITE: Interview with Library staff

and permission of principal ELECTIVE: 10-12th grade Students will aide in the maintenance of the Windsor High School Library, helping with different tasks, and interacting with different students and teachers each day. Students must display strong organizational skills with high attention to detail in order to promote an academic centered atmosphere. Students will also be involved in long-term projects, using their personal skills to help with the improvement of the Library. A pass or fail grading system will be applied. A student may enroll in one teacher’s aide/counseling aide/office aide/library aide per semester. CAD200 COUNSELING DEPARTMENT AIDE A CAD201 COUNSELING DEPARTMENT AIDE B CREDIT: .5 PREREQUISITE: Permission of the Counseling

Department ELECTIVE: 10-12th grade Students will assist counselors, registrars, and secretaries by performing a variety of assigned duties, including but not limited to: running passes, helping with mass mailings, greeting the public, answering the phone, copying, filing, and general office maintenance. Counseling Department activities can be sensitive in nature. As a result, a high level of professionalism and confidentiality will be expected. This class will provide the student with an opportunity to develop interpersonal communication skills and work ethic within a professional work setting. A Pass or Fail grading system will be applied. A student may enroll in one teacher’s aide/counseling aide/office aide/library aide per semester.

OAD200 OFFICE AIDE A OAD201 OFFICE AIDE B CREDIT: .5 PREREQUISITE: Permission of the Main Office ELECTIVE: 10-12th grade Students will assist administrators and secretaries by performing a variety of assigned duties, including but not limited to: running passes, helping with mass mailings, greeting the public, copying, filing, and general office maintenance. Office Aide activities can be sensitive in nature. As a result, a high level of professionalism and confidentiality will be expected. This class will provide the student with an opportunity to develop interpersonal communication skills and work ethic within a professional work setting. A Pass or Fail grading system will be applied. A student may enroll in one teacher’s aide/counseling aide/office aide/library aide per semester. ACE200 ACE-INTERMEDIATE A ACE201 ACE-INTERMEDIATE B CREDIT: .5 PREREQUISITE: Placement ELECTIVE: 10-12th grade ACE (Alternative Cooperative Education) is a two-branch set of classes designed to provide direct and focused instruction regarding fundamental foundational job skills. The ACE classes are designed for students who are at risk and/or disabled youth who have basic barriers to employment and in attaining their high school diploma. Each class covers similar and comparable curriculum, but pace and depth is altered based on student academic skills and levels. Focused skills developed in these courses include, but are not limited to, job search skills, resumes, application completion, interviewing skills, problem solving, inter-personal relationships, social skills, and academic skills related to reading, finding information, writing and math in the workplace. WRK100 WORK EXPERIENCE STUDY A WRK101 WORK EXPERIENCE STUDY B CREDIT: .5 PREREQUISITE: Placement and concurrent

enrollment in ACE Inter-mediate A&B

ELECTIVE: 10-12th grade Students can earn .5 credits per semester of credit upon provision of proof and teacher supervision of a minimum of 135 work hours as documented through employment records (pay stubs) and completed evaluation from employer. Students may gain up to one full credit per semester by working a total of 270 hours during the 18 week semester period. Hours may be accumulated after school and on weekends and must be in accordance with all state and federal child labor law restrictions and regulations.


SPECIAL EDUCATION INFORMATION

High school programs for students receiving Special Education services will be developed on an individual basis based on diagnostic data, past educational history, and educational potential under IDEA 2004 (INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES EDUCATION ACT). Students will work on a scheduling contract basis with graduation requirements developed through the regular curriculum, their IEP (Individual Education Plan) goals, or a combination of both with the approval of the High School principal and their parents. The Special Education program will provide instructional support to the student and the regular classroom teacher to facilitate the student’s continued enrollment in the regular program whenever possible and appropriate. Integration will be an adaptive and supportive system enhancing the academic and emotional success of students.

1. When a student has fulfilled the Weld RE-4 Board of Education required curriculum requirements, he or she will be awarded a standard High School diploma. A Certificate of Attendance will be issued to special education students who have attended up to the age of 21 years, but who have not earned the required credits to be awarded a diploma, or met their IEP goals and objectives.

2. Graduation requirements are dependent upon the graduation year of the student. For students eligible for special education and who have an active IEP, the IEP may be used to outline and

provide for appropriate course substitutions to supplant or replace current graduation requirements with alternate course options. These course alternatives must directly align with the student’s IEP and documented post-secondary goals and must be approved by both the building principal and the Director of Special Education.


LIFE PROGRAM (PHASE ONE) The LIFE (Learning Involves Functional Education) Program is an educational program offered by Windsor High School, which combines an inclusionary educational program and a life skills educational program for eligible high school students. The life skills program will focus on, but not be limited to: LIF050 LIFE SKILLS I A LIF051 LIFE SKILLS I B LIF060 LIFE SKILLS II A LIF061 LIFE SKILLS II B LIF070 LIFE SKILLS III A LIF071 LIFE SKILLS III B LIF080 LIFE SKILLS IV A LIF081 LIFE SKILLS IVB CREDIT: 1.0 PREREQUISITE: Placement ELECTIVE: 9-12th grade This class is designed to offer support and assistance for students with special life skill needs. Acquiring skills needed to function as self-sufficiently as possible outside of the school setting. These skills include, but are not limited to, cooking, cleaning, working and taking care of oneself. INL050 INDEPENDENT LIVING I A INL051 INDEPENDENT LIVING I B INL060 INDEPENDENT LIVING II A INL061 INDEPENDENT LIVING II B INL070 INDEPENDENT LIVING III A INL071 INDEPENDENT LIVING III B INL080 INDEPENDENT LIVING IV A INL081 INDEPENDENT LIVING IV B CREDIT: 1.0 PREREQUISITE: Placement ELECTIVE: 9-12th grade This class is designed to offer support and assistance for students with special life skill needs. Acquiring skills needed to live as independently as possible. These skills include, but are not limited to, personal needs, managing one’s own behavior, and exercise personal choice as independently as possible (time and money management) in preparation for transition to the community.

MAT050 MATH APPLICATIONS I A MAT051 MATH APPLICATIONS I B MAT060 MATH APPLICATIONS II A MAT061 MATH APPLICATIONS II B MAT070 MATH APPLICATIONS III A MAT071 MATH APPLICATIONS III B MAT080 MATH APPLICATIONS IV A MAT081 MATH APPLICATIONS IV B CREDIT: 1.0 PREREQUISITE: Placement ELECTIVE: 9-12th grade This class is designed to offer support and assistance for students with special academic needs. Students will gain an understanding of everyday basic math functions and gain knowledge of tools such as calculator, ruler, etc. through the application of contextual learning opportunities related to adult responsibilities. RDG050 FUNCTIONAL READING I A RDG051 FUNCTIONAL READING I B RDG060 FUNCTIONAL READING II A RDG061 FUNCTIONAL READING II B RDG070 FUNCTIONAL READING III A RDG071 FUNCTIONAL READING III B RDG080 FUNCTIONAL READING IV A RDG081 FUNCTIONAL READING IV B CREDIT: 1.0 PREREQUISITE: Placement ELECTIVE: 9-12th grade This class is designed to offer support and assistance for students with special academic needs. Students will gain knowledge and practice daily reading skills such as graphs, signs, maps, etc. through the application of contextual learning opportunities related to adult responsibilities.


GENERAL EDUCATION SUPPORT INTERVENTIONS LAN100 LANGUAGE I A LAN101 LANGUAGE I B LAN110 LANGUAGE II A LAN111 LANGUAGE II B LAN120 LANGUAGE III A LAN121 LANGUAGE III B LAN130 LANGUAGE IV A LAN131 LANGUAGE IV B CREDIT: 1.0 PREREQUISITE: Placement ELECTIVE: 9-12th grade Language is a comprehensive literacy curriculum. This class is intended for students who require additional literacy skills. The curriculum involves phonemic awareness, phonics, word recognition, spelling, vocabulary, morphology, grammar usage, fluency, reading comprehension, and speaking and writing skills. INM050 INTERVENTION MATH I A INM051 INTERVENTION MATH I B INM060 INTERVENTION MATH II A INM061 INTERVENTION MATH II B INM070 INTERVENTION MATH III A INM071 INTERVENTION MATH III B INM080 INTERVENTION MATH IV A INM081 INTERVENTION MATH IV B CREDIT: 1.0 PREREQUISITE: Placement ELECTIVE: 9-12th grade This class is designed to offer support and assistance for students with special academic needs in the area of mathematics. Specific skills that are taught in the general education setting will be reinforced. INE050 INTERVENTION ENGLISH I A INE051 INTERVENTION ENGLISH I B INE060 INTERVENTION ENGLISH II A INE061 INTERVENTION ENGLISH II B INE070 INTERVENTION ENGLISH III A INE071 INTERVENTION ENGLISH III B INE080 INTERVENTION ENGLISH IV A INE081 INTERVENTION ENGLISH IV B CREDIT: 1.0 PREREQUISITE: Placement ELECTIVE: 9-12th grade This class is designed to offer support and assistance for students with special academic needs in the area of language arts. Specific skills that are taught in the general education setting will be reinforced.

ABC050 AFFECTIVE BEHAVIORAL

COMMUNICATION (ABC) I A ABC051 AFFECTIVE BEHAVIORAL

COMMUNICATION (ABC) I B ABC060 AFFECTIVE BEHAVIORAL

COMMUNICATION (ABC) II A ABC061 AFFECTIVE BEHAVIORAL

COMMUNICATION (ABC) II B ABC070 AFFECTIVE BEHAVIORAL

COMMUNICATION (ABC) III A ABC071 AFFECTIVE BEHAVIORAL

COMMUNICATION (ABC) III B ABC080 AFFECTIVE BEHAVIORAL

COMMUNICATION (ABC) IV A ABC081 AFFECTIVE BEHAVIORAL

COMMUNICATION (ABC) IV B CREDIT: 1.0 PREREQUISITE: Placement ELECTIVE: 9-12th grade This class is designed to offer support and assistance for students with special behavioral needs. Students will receive direct instruction in the areas of social skills, conflict resolution, problem solving, etc. to gain skills in communication and social interaction. LEA100 LEARNING AND EDUCATING ABOUT DISABILITIES (LEAD) CREDIT: .5 PREREQUISITE: Placement ELECTIVE: 10-12th grade This course is designed for beginning and advanced students that want to understand their unique differences in learning and is open to sophomores, juniors, and seniors on an IEP or 504 plan. Beginning students will work on their self-determination skills, including self-awareness and self-advocacy. They will work on understanding their learning style, legal rights, testing information, strengths, accommodations, disclosure, and leading/owning their IEP meeting. Advanced students will use the information they learned from the beginning course to mentor students and present their knowledge to different organizations when appropriate.


ACE – ALTERNATIVE COOPERATIVE EDUCATION ACE100 ACE-BASIC A ACE101 ACE-BASIC B CREDIT: .5 PREREQUISITE: Placement ELECTIVE: 10-12th grade ACE (Alternative Cooperative Education) is a two-branch set of classes designed to provide direct and focused instruction regarding fundamental foundational job skills. The ACE classes are designed for students who are at risk and/or disabled youth who have basic barriers to employment and in attaining their high school diploma. Each class covers similar and comparable curriculum, but pace and depth is altered based on student academic skills and levels. Focused skills developed in these courses include, but are not limited to, job search skills, resumes, application completion, interviewing skills, problem solving, inter-personal relationships, social skills, and academic skills related to reading, finding information, writing and math in the workplace. ACE – ON THE JOB EXPERIENCE OJE102 ACE-ON THE JOB EXPERIENCE A OJE103 ACE-ON THE JOB EXPERIENCE B CREDIT: .5 PREREQUISITE: Placement and concurrent

enrollment in ACE Basic A&B ELECTIVE: 10-12th grade Students can earn .5 credits per semester of credit upon provision of proof and teacher supervision of a minimum of 135 work hours as documented through employment records (pay stubs) and completed evaluation from employer. Students may gain up to one full credit per semester by working a total of 270 hours during the 18 week semester period. Hours may be accumulated after school and on weekends and must be in accordance with all state and federal child labor law restrictions and regulations. Employment opportunities will begin and largely focus on unpaid work experience designed to provide specific learning opportunities for specific and individualized outcomes.

THE WEST (WINDSOR EXCEPTIONAL STUDENTS IN TRANSITION) 18-21 YEARS PROGRAM

The WEST Program is the Weld RE-4 community based program for students with disabilities who are between the ages of 18-21 and who have completed the appropriate credits within the high school to experience a social graduation. This program focuses primarily on the development of skills needed for the students to be successful with postsecondary goals related to employment, education/training, and independent living skills. The WEST Program is currently provided within the context of the community of Windsor. Some instruction related to the care of personal environments and cooking occurs on the high school campus but outside the main building in a modular on the north side of the building. The remaining instruction occurs within “natural” and “age appropriate” environments to increase generalization with regard to specific skill acquisition. Ultimately employability skills are learned in employment settings, leisure and community access skills within the community and postsecondary education/training opportunities experienced within the community based locations. The WEST Program is a district wide placement program for eligible students between the ages of 18 and 21. Students can take part in the program until the end of the semester in which they turn 21 years old (students FAPE ends during the semester before turning 21 if they have a summer birthday occurring before the first day of regular student attendance the following year). The WEST Program is a “part time” program designed to facilitate integration into the community and to eventually replace adult life responsibilities and activities with those typically found in high school settings. Program hours will occur between 12:00 pm and 3:00 pm daily.

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