2014-2015

COURSE CATALOG

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Diploma Requirements:

Diploma Types: General and Honors

Colleges now require that GPAs (Grade Point Averages) be figured on a 4.0 scale for scholarship consideration and admission purposes; therefore all GPAs at the Monroe County High School will be based on a 4.0 scale. Class rankings will be on a weighted scale. However, the grading scale in AP (Advanced Placement), CP (College Prep) and general courses are weighted differently.

MCHS Grading Scale:

Advanced Placement

College Prep

General

90-100 A 90-100 A 90-100 A

80 - 89 B 80-89 B 80-89 B

70 -- 79 C 70-79 C 70-79 C

600 - 69 D 60-69 D 60-6960-

69 D

0- 0 – 59 F59 F

0-59 F 0-59 F

AP Courses: English IV AP; English III AP; US History AP; and other courses offered via

APEX CP Courses: Accelerated alg. II; Accelerated Geometry; English I CP; English II CP;

English III CP; English IV CP; Pre-Calculus; Chemistry; Anatomy; College Algebra; Trig.; Calculus; Art Appreciation; Chemistry II; Biology II; Dual Credit Courses. Dual Credit Courses: Class will be offered in which a student may earn high school credit

and college credit through Colleges and Universities that have established an articulation agreement with Monroe County High School.

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General Diploma (26 Credits Minimum)

Credits Area Course Overview

4 English English I (or CP), English II (or CP), English III (or CP/AP) & English IV (or CP/AP)

4 Math Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry, Pre-Calculus, Calculus, College Algebra, Business Math, Trigonometry (must take 1 math class each year)

3 Science Integrated Science, Biology, Chemistry & Earth Space Science

3 Social Studies Economics/World Geography/, Government, World History; US History or US History AP

1 Fine Arts Fine Arts or Art Appreciation or a total of 3 Arts/Music

1/2½ PE Physical Education

1/2½ Health

10 Electives See MCHS Course Catalog

26 Must have 22 credits by Christmas to be eligible to participate in graduation

Honors Diploma

Credits Area Course Overview

4 English English I (or CP), English II (or CP), English III CP/AP & English IV CP/AP

4 or 5 Math Algebra I (or CP), Algebra II (or CP), Geometry (or CP), Pre-Calculus, Calculus, College Algebra, Trigonometry (must take 1 math class each year)

4 Science Integrated Science, Biology, Chemistry I & 1 Advanced Science Elective

2 Foreign Language 2 years of a same foreign language as offered

3 Social Studies Economics/World Geography,/ Government, World History, US History or US History AP

1 Fine Arts Fine Arts or Art Appreciation or a total of 3 Arts/Music

1/2½ PE Physical Education

1/2½ Health

6 or 7 Electives See MCHS Course Catalog

26 Must have 22 credits by Christmas to be eligible to participate in graduation

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Beginning with the class of 2018, Monroe County High School will only recognize a One Diploma System. The Kentucky Department of Education shall reimburse local public school districts the cost of the three required AP exams for every student receiving a minimum composite score on any of the three exams.

Credits Required for Promotion

Promotion to: Credits

Required:

10th grade 6

11th grade 12

12th grade 18

Seniors: Must successfully complete six credits in the 12th grade in order to graduate

from Monroe County High School. Beginning with the 2014-2015 school year, students who complete an early high school graduation program and meet all applicable legal requirements shall be awarded an Early Graduation Scholarship Certificate. Students planning to complete an early graduation program shall notify the Principal of their intent prior to the beginning of grade nine (9) or as soon thereafter as the intent is known.

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CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION 08.113

Graduation Requirements

In support of student development goals set out in KRS 158.6451 and the Kentucky Academic

Expectations, students must complete a minimum of twenty-six (26) credits, including

demonstrated performance-based competency in technology, and all other state and local

requirements in order to graduate from high school in the District.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

In addition to the credits required by the Kentucky Core Academic Standards, the Board may

impose other credit requirements for graduation from high school.

All required courses shall include content contained in the Kentucky Core Academic Standards,

and electives shall address academic and career interest standards-based learning experiences,

including four (4) credits in an academic or career interest based on the student’s individual

learning plan.

Students that do not meet the college readiness benchmarks for English and language arts and/or

mathematics shall take a transitional course or intervention before exiting high school.

In keeping with statutory requirements, the District shall accept for credit toward graduation and

completion of high school course requirements an advanced placement or a high school equivalent

course taken by a student in grades 5, 6, 7, or 8 if that student attains performance levels expected

of high school students in the District as determined by achieving a score of "3" or higher on a

College Board Advanced Placement examination or a grade of "B" or better in a high school

equivalent.2

DIPLOMA PROGRAMS

The Board may grant different diplomas to those students who complete credits above the

minimum number as established by the Kentucky Board of Education.

Students will select one of the following two (2) diploma programs: General and Honors.

Requirements for each diploma are as follows:

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General Diploma:

Credits Area Courses

4 English English I (or CP), English II (or CP), English III (or CP/AP), and English IV (or

CP/AP)

4 Math Algebra I, II, Geometry, Pre-Calculus, Calculus, College Alg., Trigonometry,

or Business Math (must take 1 math class each year)

3 Science Integrated Science, Biology, Chemistry or Earth & Space Science

3 Social

Studies

Economics/World Geog..,/ Government, World History, US History or AP

History

1/2½ Health

1/2½ PE

1 Fine Arts Fine Arts or Art Appreciation or a total of 3 Arts/Music

10 Electives See MCHS Course Catalog

26 Must have 22 credits by Christmas to be eligible to participate in graduation.

Honors Diploma:

Credits Area Courses

4 English English I (or CP), II (or CP), III CP/AP, IVCP/AP

4 or 5 Math Algebra I (or CP), II (or CP), Geometry (or CP), Pre-Calculus,

Calculus, College Alg., Trigonometry (must take one (1) math

class year)

4 Science Integrated Science, Biology, Chemistry I and one (1) other advanced

science elective

2 Foreign Language 2 years of same foreign language, as offered

3 Social Studies Economics/World Geog/., Government, World History,

US History or AP History

1/2½ Health

1/2½ P.E.

1 Fine Arts Fine Arts or Art Appreciation or a total of 3 Arts/Music

6 or 7 Electives See MCHS Course Catalog

26 Must have 22 credits by Christmas to be eligible to participate in

graduation

Students must meet additional requirements as established in 704 KAR 003:305, including a

requirement to take at least one (1) language arts and one (1) mathematics class each year of high

school in order to graduate.

Students shall complete an individual learning plan that focuses on career exploration and related

postsecondary education and training needs.

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PERFORMANCE-BASED CREDIT

In addition to Carnegie units, students may earn credit toward high school graduation through the

District’s standards-based, performance-based credit system that complies with requirements of

Kentucky Administrative Regulation. Procedures for the developing and amending the system

shall address the following:

1. Conditions under which high school credit will be granted under the system that allow students

to demonstrate proficiency and earn credit for learning acquired outside the normal classroom

setting, outside of school, or in prior learning;

Performance-based credit may be earned while the student is still “in school,” but the

instructional setting will look different from a traditional “seat time” environment.

2. Performance descriptors and their linkages to State content standards and academic

expectations;

At the high school level, performance descriptors and evaluation procedures shall be

established to determine if the content and performance standards have been met.

3. Assessments and the extent to which state-mandated assessments will be used;

4. An objective grading and reporting process; and

5. Criteria to promote and support school and community learning experiences, such as

internships and cooperative learning, in support of a student’s individual learning plan. Such

experiences shall be supervised by qualified instructors and aligned with State and District

content and performance standards.

The high school student handbook shall include complete details concerning specific graduation

and diploma program requirements.

CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION 08.113

(CONTINUED)

Graduation Requirements

OTHER PROVISIONS

The Board, Superintendent, Principal, or teacher may award special recognition to students. In addition, the

Board may award a diploma to a student posthumously indicating graduation with the class with which the

student was expected to graduate.

Seniors must successfully complete six (6) credits in the twelfth (12th) grade in order to graduate.

The student with disabilities who completes an alternative program specified in an individual educational

plan is entitled to recognition for achievement. Consistent with the District’s graduation practices for all

students, an alternative high school diploma shall be awarded to students with disabilities in compliance

with applicable legal requirements. In addition, former students may submit to the Superintendent a request

that the District provide them with an alternative high school diploma to replace the certificate of attainment

they received at time of graduation from the District.3

Any student who does not complete the required twenty six (26)-credit criteria at Monroe County High

School in eight (8) sequential semesters, will have the opportunity to complete their high school education

through a plan developed by the Principal and guidance counselors using the Alternative Learning Center

when possible.

Exceptions will only be in extreme circumstances involving illness or injury which will be determined by

the head principal of Monroe County High School.

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Beginning with the 2014-2015 school year, students who complete an early high school graduation program

and meet all applicable legal requirements shall be awarded an Early Graduation Scholarship Certificate.

Students planning to complete an early graduation program shall notify the Principal of their intent prior to

the beginning of grade nine (9) or as soon thereafter as the intent is known.4

DIPLOMAS FOR VETERANS

In keeping with statute and regulation, the Board shall award an authentic high school diploma to an

honorably discharged veteran who did not complete high school prior to being inducted into the United

States Armed Forces during World War II, the Korean conflict, or the Vietnam War.1

REFERENCES:

1KRS 40.010 2KRS 158.622 3KRS 156.160; 704 KAR 003:305; 20 U.S.C. sec. 1414 4KRS 158.142 KRS 158.140; 704 KAR 007:140

KRS 158.645; KRS 158.6451; KRS 158.860

013 KAR 002:020; 702 KAR 007:125; 703 KAR 004:060; 704 KAR 003:303

OAG 78-348; OAG 82-386

Kentucky Core Academic Standards

RELATED POLICIES:

08.1131; 08.14’ 08.22

09.126 (re requirements/exceptions for students from military families) Adopted/Amended: 08/08/2013

Order #: 918

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Dual-Credit: Dual-Credit Courses follow the College Curriculum and College Grading Scale. (CP Weighted Scale)

(There is a Fee Required for all Dual Credit Courses). EKU Requirements:

Applicants must be Junior or Senior

GPA 3.0

ACT/PLAN Composite: 20

ACT/PLAN Score: 18 in English & 20 in Reading

Campbellsville University Dual-Credit Requirements:

Applicant must be a Junior or Senior

GPA 3.25

21 or better ACT composite

19 in subject area (Math or English)

OR 60th percentile or better on PLAN Composite and subject.

WKU Dual-Credit for courses within our building: English 100 – ACT of 18 in subject area or 74 on Compass

Math 109 – ACT of 19 in subject area

WKU Dual-Credit for students going to Glasgow Campus: Applicant must be a Senior

GPA minimum: 3.25

ACT minimum: 18

No more than 5 unexcused absences

Students must enroll in College Algebra or Pre-Calculus. (Students taking business math are not meeting the pre-college curriculum.

Murray State University Dual-Credit Requirements Applicants must be Junior or Senior

GPA 3.0

18 or better ACT Composite

18 in English Course & 20 in Math Course

Must Meet Pre-requisites for individual classes Southcentral Kentucky Community & Technical College Dual-Credit Requirements

For English Lit credit, students must have a score of 18 in subject area on ACT or a 74 on Compass

***** If a student fails a College or MCHS class the 1st Semester, they will not be allowed to take College classes the 2nd Semester. ****Only classes that are listed on the Students MCHS schedule will appear on their high school transcript.

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Dual Credit: Dual-Credit Courses follow the College Curriculum and College Grading Scale. This falls under the CP Weighted Scale. (There is a Fee Required for all Dual Credit Courses)

** Campbellsville University Dual Credit Requirements:

GPA 3.25

21 or better ACT composite

19 in subject area (Math or English)

OR 60th percentile or better on PLAN Composite and subject.

**WKU Dual Credit for courses within our building: No Minimum Requirements

**WKU Dual Credit for students leaving MCHS to go to Glasgow Campus 2 periods per day:

GPA minimum: 3.25

ACT minimum: 18

No more than 5 unexcused absences

Students must enroll in College Algebra or Pre-Calculus. (Students taking business math are not meeting the pre-college curriculum.

If a student fails a WKU or MCHS class the 1st semester, they will not be allowed to take WKU classes the 2nd semester

**Murray State University Dual Credit Requirements Applicants must be Junior or Senior

GPA 3.0

18 or better ACT Composite

18 in English Course

20 in Math Course

Must Meet Pre-requisites for individual classes

Language Arts

(For Grades 9th - 12th)

Becoming well versed in the English-Language Arts requires students to develop skills and understandings that are closely intertwined; such connectedness helps students become discerning and thoughtful readers, writers, listeners, speakers, and viewers of texts both inside and outside of the classroom. All courses in English-Language Arts address these standards: (A) reading, (B) writing, (C) research, (D) listening, viewing, and speaking, and (E) study skills and test taking. (All students are required 4 credits – one each year)

Freshmen: 1 credit English I:

Required course English I CP:

This is an accelerated version of English I with emphasis on vocabulary development, critical reading, and analytical writing. (Summer assignment is required.) Sophomores: 1 credit English II:

Required course (End of Course Assessment Exam) English II CP

This is an accelerated version of English II with emphasis on vocabulary development, critical reading, and analytical writing. (Summer assignment is required.) End of Course Assessment Exam) Juniors : 1 Credit English III:

Required course English III CP:

This is an accelerated version of English III with emphasis on vocabulary development, critical reading, and analytical writing.

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English III AP Language and Composition: (Year Long) PrerequisiteDual Credit Eligibility:: Composite PLAN SScore of at least 60th Percentile This course engages students in becoming skilled readers of prose written in a variety of rhetorical contexts, and in becoming skilled writers who compose for a variety of purposes. Both their writing and their reading should make students aware of the interactions among a writer’s purposes, audience expectations, and subjects, as well as the way genre conventions and the resources of language contribute to effectiveness in writing. (Summer assignment is required.) Seniors: English IV: (Semester) 1 Credit

Required course English IV CP: (Semester) 1 Credit

This is a course in writing as a recursive process involving the discovery and communication of meaning. The students write, revise, and edit texts with the aim of communicating with various audiences of readers. *Dual Credit, Campbellsville University, 3 hours English IV AP Literature and Composition: Year Long) 1 credit Pre-requisite: CP Class the Prior Year (Dual Credit Eligibility-Must have ACT Composite of 21 & 19 in English or 60% on Plan Test & 60% in English)

This course engages students in the careful reading and critical analysis of imaginative literature. Through the close reading of selected texts, students deepen their understanding of the ways writers use language to provide both meaning and pleasure for their readers. As they read, students consider a work’s structure, style and themes, as well as such smaller-scale elements as the use of figurative language, imagery, symbolism and tone. (Summer assignment is required.) *Dual Credit, Campbellsville University, 36 hours (1st Semester) Southcentral Ky. Community & Tech. , 3 hours (2nd Semester)

*Dual-credit eligibility earned by scoring at least 21 ACT Composite and 19 in

English OR at least 60th Percentile on PLAN

Introduction to Communication: (Speech - Elective) (Semester) 12TH Grade

1 credit*

Pre-Requisite: Dual-credit eligibility earned by scoring at least 21 ACT Composite

and 19 in English OR at least 60th Percentile on PLAN

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*Dual Credit, Campbellsville University, 3 hours

Science All students are required to have 3 credit 1 each year –Integrated Science, or Aviation Science, Biology, Chemistry or Integrated Science IIEarth & Space Science) INTEGRATED SCIENCE: (Year Long) 9TH Grade 1 credit

This course is designed as an introduction of physical science , biology and chemistry. This is a laboratory-based course. Many of the topics discussed in the classroom will also be explored in the laboratory. This course will involve continuous assessment for understanding. Each student will be expected to fully participate in discussions, lab activities, group projects and presentations. Biology: (Year Long) 10th Grade 1 credit Pre- requisite: Integrated Science 1 Inquiry-based course required for graduation. It is designed to familiarize you with science processes, skills, and understandings related to a wide range of topics in biology. During this course, you will learn to identify the basic questions and concepts that guide scientific investigation and to design and conduct your own investigations. Some important skills you will develop include, microscopy, graphing and measurement, identification of research questions, making connections, and the ability to be a self-directed learner. This course is designed to prepare you for the end of course assessment in Biology. (End of Course Assessment Exam) Earth/Space Science 2: (Semester) 11th Grade - 1 credit

A general education science course that is designed to meet graduation requirements only. This course does not meet pre-college curriculum requirements. A laboratory-based course that will cover the content and application of many physical science concepts, including (but not limited to): the scientific method and inquiry, structure of the atom and the periodic table, chemical bonding and compounds, acids and bases, waves, light and optics, and electricity and magnetism. CHEMISTRY CP: (Semester) 11th-12th Grade - 1 credit Pre-requisite: Biology

This is a science course that is designed to meet graduation and pre-college curriculum requirements. Since it is CP course, topics will be covered quickly and in-depth. Chemistry CP is a laboratory based course in the study of matter. Topics to be

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mastered include (but are not limited to): atomic theory, periodic law, bonding, nomenclature, and stoichiometry. CP GRADING SCALE.

Social Studies ECONOMICS/WORLD GEOGRAPHY/GOVERNMENT : (Year Long) 9TH Grade - 1 Credit

Economics course is for students to demonstrate an understanding of basic economic concepts. Students become familiar with the economic system of the United States and how it operates. They also explore roles of various components of the American economic system. Students examine their roles as consumer, worker, investor and voting citizen. Topics of discussion include the Stock Market, comparative economic systems and the impact of political and social decisions on the economy. World Geography students study people places, and environments at local, regional, national and international levels from the spatial and ecological perspectives of geography. The six Social Studies standards of essential content knowledge and four process skills are integrated for instructional purposes GOVERNMENT: (Semester) 10TH Grade - 1 credit Required Course:

Study and learn world events beginning with the Renaissance and Reformation to the modern day. They will learn the historical importance of world events, the different perspectives of people/groups involved and how these events have impacted modern day cultures. Many of the events/themes studies in World History will build background knowledge for U.S. History in 11th grade. (Units of Study: Ancient World and The Middle Ages; New Ideas and Empires; European Society; Industrialization and Nationalism; Imperialism and World Wards; The Contemporary World) U. S HISTORY (Year Long) 11TH Grade - 1 credit Required Course

After a review, the focus will be on the reconstruction period to the present, looking at the forces that shape political, economic and social institutions and the impact of those forces on the development of the United States in the twentieth century. (End of Course Assessment Exam) WORLD CIVILIZATION: (Sem. Class) 12th Grade - 1 credit U.S. HISTORY AP: (Elective) (Year Long) 11th-12TH Grade - 1 credit

This course in United States History is designed to provide students with analytic skills and factual knowledge necessary to deal critically with the problems and materials in United States History. The purpose of this course is for students to learn U. S. History from discovery to the present to develop higher order thinking, writing and participation skills and to help successfully prepare students for the advanced Placement United States History Exam. (Summer Assignments)AP GRADING

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Math

(All Students are required 4 Math Credits- one each year – Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry, 4th year higher level Math) ALGEBRA I: (Year Long) 9TH Grade - 1 credit

Designed to enable students to grasp the formal structures of algebra by grounding students in familiar contexts and real world applications of algebraic thinking that they can use to study other branches of math in high school and college, in their career choices or in everyday life. Helps students in transition in thinking capabilities from concrete to abstract reasoning. ACCELERATED ALGEBRA I CP: (Year Long) 9TH Grade - 1 credit

Course description is same as Algebra I. Also, will be introduced to geometric concepts at end of the course. ALGEBRA II: (Year Long) 11TH Grade - 1 credit Pre-requisite: Algebra I & Geometry Prepares you for mathematical thinking in future educational experiences, as well as, prepare you for life in the real world. Will address several different topics, learn mathematical concepts, as well as, how to use them and apply them to your everyday lives. Will do book work, graphing calculator and other technology activities, participate in cooperative learning activities and hands on real world applications of our studies. (End of Course Assessment Test) ACCELERATED ALGEBRA II CP: (Year Long) 11TH Grade - 1 credit

Purpose of the course is to provide for exploration and improvement of skills needed by the student wanting to continue education beyond high school. A study of trigonometry and other topics will be included. CP GRADING SCALE . (End of Course Assessment Exam) GEOMETRY: (Year Long) 10th Grade - 1 credit Pre-requisite: Algebra I

Covers concept on points, lines and planes and their relationships to one another, including, some proof. Will also study constructions, triangles and their properties. ACCELERATED GEOMETRY CP: (Year Long) 10H Grade - 1 credit

Designed for students who show advanced aptitude in math. Covers all topics in regular geometry but will also cover other topics in geometry. CP GRADING SCALE

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PRE-CALCULUS CP: (Year Long) 11TH – 12TH Grade - 1 credit Pre-requisite: Algebra II & Geometry This course studies the elements of trigonometry and advanced algebra, as well as, the introduction of topics necessary for calculus. For students interested in math/science areas. CP GRADING SCALE CALCULUS CP: (Year Long) 12TH Grade - 1 credit Pre-Requisite: College Algebra & Trig. Provides students with and introduction to differential and integral calculus. Students wanting to take Calculus will need to double up their Sophomore Year with Geometry and Algebra II. FINANCIAL LITERACY/BUSINESS MATH: (Semester) 12TH Grade - 1 credit

Basic concepts of whole numbers, fractions, decimals and percentspercent’s are applied through study and problem solving in the following areas: banking, buying, selling, financial record keeping, profit/loss, payroll, expense, measurement, temperature and time. Business concepts are applied using beginning electronic spreadsheets, graphing and probability skills. After earning credit for Algebra I, Algebra II and Geometry, this will be the 4th Math credit for those students who have experienced difficulty in Algebra or Geometry. COLLEGE ALGEBRA CP: (Semester ) 12TH Grade - 1 credit Pre-requisite: Must have had Algebra II CP. Designed to bridge the gap between two years of high school algebra or MTH 100 to college level pre-calculus courses. This course is required for the mathematics major with teacher certification, however it will not count for credit toward the mathematics major (without teacher certification) or minor programs. TRIGONOMETRY CP: (Semester) 12th Dual Credit - 1 credit Prerequisite: College Algebra CP

This course emphasis is given to trigonometric functions, reductions formulas, graphs, identities, applications to practical problems, the oblique triangle, etc.

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Humanities

(All Arts & Music Classes are Semester) ALL STUDENTS MUST HAVE 3 ARTS/MUSIC CREDITS BY THEIR SENIOR YEAR OR WILL HAVE TO TAKE FINE ARTS OR ART APPRECIATION CP THEIR SENIOR YEAR. ART I: 9TH – 12 Grade 1 credit

Designed to provide experiences which challenge students of all ability levels. Enables each student to develop creative potential, learn essential art skills and concepts, develop criteria for making aesthetic significance of art to all cultures. ART II: 10th – 12th Grade 1 credit Pre-requisite: Art I

Provides in-depth instruction in a combination of at least 3 areas selected from design, drawing, painting, printing, printmaking, sculpture, ceramics, textile design, photography, film, video, computer, graphics and commercial art. ADVANCED ART: 10TH – 12TH Grade - 1 credit Pre-requisite: Visual Art I & Art II

In depth study of selected Art Studies. Study of Art careers and history. ART APPRECIATION DUAL CREDIT 11th & 12th Grade - 1 credit Dual Credit-3 hrs. WKU No Pre-requisite other than good attendance with A-B Average. Designed to expose students to various artworks and movements from the prehistoric period to present day. This will include the following: individual artist study, movement diversity, artwork purposes. Historical significance and a plethora of media and processes. Students will critique artwork of famous artists, as well as, self and peer critiques. This course fulfills three hours of Undergraduate level General Education requirements. FINE ARTS: 12TH Grade – 1 credit

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This course provides an overview of the arts, music, dance, drama/theatre and visual arts. Topics will include elements, styles, principals, purpose, history and careers in the arts. This course is for students who wish to continue their study of band music and improve their skills to perform at an advanced level. Students should have been enrolled in a band course during the previous year. Music studied in this class includes a variety of styles and range in difficulty. Members of the Marching Band are required to participate in all activities of the Marching Band. Music clinics are held in the Spring and summer in addition to Band Camp. These activities are provided to prepare all members of the Marching Band for performances at football games, marching festivals and parades. CONCERT BAND: 9TH – 12TH Grade - 1 credit

Offered for students who wish to continue their study of band music and improve their skills to perform at an advanced level. Students must be enrolled in Instrumental Music the previous semester. The band’s repertoire includes a wide variety of musical styles and periods to enhance the student’s knowledge of music and performing skills. This performing group performs a minimum of two concerts and one festival performance per year.

MEDIA PRODUCTION: 10th – 12th Grade – 1 credit Media Production is designed to introduce students at Monroe County High School to the world of audio/video production and digital video editing. This is a team oriented class, where students work together, to complete high quality video productions. You will be graded on individual work assignments and have the opportunity to shoot and edit video productions. Students will be required to demonstrate competency in camera operation, script writing, lighting, audio recording and video editing. Students will have the opportunity to create video projects for the entire district and community to observe.

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MUSIC TECH: 10th – 12th Grade - 1 credit Pre-requisite: Teacher Approval Anatomy CP: (Semester) 11th – 12th Grade - 1 credit Pre-requisite:Recommend student had a B Average in Biology and/or Chemistry CP as a Pre-

Stud Biology & Chemistry CP .

Anatomy and Physiology is a CP class in which we study the structure and function of the human body. This is a recommended elective course for students who plan on entering the medical field after high school and college. A grade of B or better in both Biology and Chemistry is strongly recommended before enrolling in this course. This class does involve cat dissection. Any student who thinks that they cannot handle this is advised not to enroll in this course. CP GRADING SCALE. U.S. HISTORY AP: (Year Long) 11th-12TH Grade - 1 credit Prerequisite: Biology and Chemistry and ACT Composite of 21 and 19 in subject area or 60% Composite and 19 in subject area on Plan Test. Or, if has a GPA of 3.0 can have ACT Composite of 23.)

This course will include an in-depth study (through both lecture and laboratory exercises) of a wide variety of basic biological concepts and principles, including but not limited to: basic building blocks of biological molecules, cell structure and function, energy and metabolism, DNA structure and function, genetics, cell reproduction, evolution and the five kingdoms of life, and ecology. Students enrolled in this course may earn college credit through Campbellsville University if they have obtained an ACT composite score of 21, with an ACT score in Science of 19. Students must also have a GPA of 3.25 to get college credit. This course is a general education course and does NOT count toward a major or minor in biology.

Chemistry II CP: (Semester) NOT OFFERED Drama: 10 th – 12th Grade - 1 credit (Possibly a Dual-Credit Class)

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Family & Consumer Science Electives

FACS FACS Essentials “LIFESKILLS”: (Semester) 9TH – 12TH Grade - 1 credit

Introductory Family and Consumer Sciences class. Topics covered include relationships, consumerism, careers, fashion, health, foods, and nutrition. FOODS: (Semester) 11TH – 12th Grade - 1 credit RELATIONSHIPS: (Semester) 10TH – 12TH Grade - 1 credit

Study of self, relationships with others, interpersonal skills and preparation for family life. Early Life Span Dev. “PARENTING”/CHILD DEVELOPMENT:: (Semester) 10th – 12th Grades - 1 credit

Helps students to understand types and stages of human growth and developments, as well as, helps students to develop parenting and care giving skills. CHILD DEVELOPMENT SERVICES I: (Semester) 10TH – 12TH Grade - 1 credit Pre-Requisite: Parenting

Provides training for entry-level positions in early childcare (and education). Students will study teaching strategies, curriculum development, guidance, health and play.

Co-Op Class, designed for training in early childhood education. Students will be placed in an ECE classroom at a local elementary school and will be required to supplement field experiences with written assignments.

Communication Electives

MEDIA: (Semester) 10TH – 12TH Grade - 1 credit Pre-requisite: Application only JOURNALISM – YEARBOOK (Semester) 10TH – 12TH Grade - 1 credit Pre-requisite: Application required; Teacher recommended Students are responsible for putting together the school yearbook using desktop publishing techniques and digital computers. Introduction to Communication CP (Speech) (Semester) 12TH Grade - 1 credit Pre-requisite-ACT Composite of 21 & 19 in English or 60% in Plan Test with 60% in Reading)

This course is an overview of interpersonal, public, and mass communication where students cover public speaking, human interaction, and media literacy. *Dual Credit, Campbellsville University, 3 hours

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HEALTH/P.E. All Health & PE Classes are Semester) HEALTH: 9TH Grade - ½ credit Requirement for 9th grade.

Studies concentrate on physical, mental and social wellness, drugs, AIDS and first-aid. P.E. I: 9TH Grade - ½ credit Gym clothes / tennis shoes required; Required for 9th grade.

Physical education activities will include lifetime sports. Pre-requisite: Freshman PE

Course is designed to introduce a variety of team, individual and lifetime sports to students so that they are exposed to a wide variety of physical activity. The course also provides daily structured physical activity that will enhance the students’ physical health and well-being. More advanced skills in team, individual and lifetime sports will develop a students’ progress in the program. ARCHERY: 10th – 12th Grade - 1 credit

Course is designed to provide students with an opportunity to learn archery equipment selection and care, basic safety considerations, techniques and fundamentals of shooting. This course is designed to help each student attain, through practice, skill in the basic fundamentals of archery and to create and promote interest in archery. WATER AEROBICS: (Not Offered) 10th – 12th Grade - 1 credit

This course is designed to give students the opportunity to learn weight lifting concepts and techniques used for obtaining optimal physical fitness. Students will benefit from comprehensive weight training and cardio respiratory endurance activities. Students will learn the basic fundamentals of weight training, strength training, aerobic training and overall fitness training and conditioning. Students will be empowered to make wise choices, meet challenges and develop positive behaviors in fitness, wellness and movement activity for a lifetime.

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Foreign Language Electives

FRENCH I: (Semester) 9th-12 Grade - 1 credit

French I is a beginning course which is designed to give students the experience of learning a second language and gaining an appreciation of the cultures and places in which French is spoken. Major emphasis is on the conversational skills of listening and speaking.

FRENCH II: (Semester) 9th-12TH Grade - 1 credit (Pre-requisite: French I) Pre-requisite: French I French II continues and expands on concepts/skills learned in French I. The course is designed to give students the experience of learning a second language and gaining an appreciation of the cultures and places in which French is spoken. Major emphasis is on the conversational skills of listening and speaking. A passing grade in French I is pre-requisite for French II.

Prerequisite: Spanish I or the equivalent Building on Spanish I concepts, Spanish II students learn to communicate more confidently about themselves, as well as about topics beyond their own lives - both in formal and informal situations. Each lesson presents vocabulary, grammar, and culture in context, followed by explanations and exercises. Students expand their vocabulary in topics such as cooking, ecology, geography, and architecture. forms, an introduction to the past tense, the conditional mood, imperatives, impersonal constructions, and reported speech. Students deepen their knowledge of Spanish-speaking regions and cultures by learning about history, literature, culture, and contemporary issues. The material in this course is presented at a fast pace. This is a year-long class taken in the course of a semester. The content is based on the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL) standards.

(All Ag Classes are Semester Classes) PRINCIPLES OF AG SCIENCE & TECH: (Intro class) 9TH – 12th Grade - 1 credit

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Introduces students to various segments of agriculture industry. Basic animal science, plant/land science and agriculture mechanics skills will be introduced along with selection and planning of an agricultural experience program and related record keeping. Leadership development will be provided through FFA. PLANT/LAND/ANIMAL SCIENCE: 10TH-12TH Grade - 1 credit

Develops scientific knowledge and skills pertaining to productions of agricultural crops. Instruction includes: variety selection, seed bed preparation, planting, fertilization, pest disease control, harvesting, storing and marketing crops. Production of tobacco, corn, small grains and pasture production will be concentrated upon but not limited to. Second portion of course helps develop scientific knowledge and skills of animal science from selection, nutrition and skills necessary in production of beef, dairy, swine, horses and sheep. SMALL POWER EQUIPMENT: 10th – 12th Grade - 1 credit

Designed to develop skills in maintenance, repair and operation of equipment, small combustion-type engine and electric motors. Content may be enhanced with appropriate computer applications. Each student will be expected to have a supervised agriculture experience program. LANDSCAPING/TURF 10th-12th Grade - 1 credit

Combines landscaping and turf management curriculum. Material includes identification of landscape plants and their characteristics, site evaluation, site design, calculation of materials needed, costs for bidding and installing landscape plans. Landscape plant maintenance will also be presented. Selection culture and management of turf species used for lawns, golf courses, athletic fields and erosion control may be included. Each student will be expected to have a supervised agriculture experience program. EQUINE SCIENCE/ANIMAL TECHNOLOGY: 10TH – 12TH Grade - 1 credit

Develops scientific knowledge and skills pertaining to breed identification and selection, anatomy, physiology, nutrition, genetics, reproductive management, training principles, grooming, health disease control and sanitation practices. Will cover nutrition, genetics, health management, reproductions and other skills necessary for production of beef, dairy, swine, horses and sheep. SMALL ANIMAL TECH 10TH – 12TH Grade - 1 credit

Management and practices of dogs, cats, rabbits, companion birds, ostriches, emus, tropical fish and fur bearers. GREENHOUSE TECH: 11th – 12th Grade - 1 credit (Dual Credit Class)

Instruction in greenhouse structures and environment regulations. Plant growth, development and propagation are included, as well as, production and maintenance of bedding and container produced plants. Fundamental principles of vegetable production

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and commercial production of vegetable crops may be included. Each student will be expected to have a supervised agriculture experience. ANIMAL TECH: (Replaces Adv. Animal) 11TH – 12TH Grade - 1 credit Dual Credit Class Pre-Requisite: Intro to Ag. and Plant/Land/Animal Science

Introduces students to a survey of genetics, reproduction, growth, development and nutrition of dairy poultry, equine, beef, sheep, and swine. AGRICULTURE CONSTRUCTION SKILLS: 11TH – 12TH Grade - 1 credit Pre-requisite: 3 Years of Agriculture Required Prepares students to construct and maintain agriculture structures and equipment. Develops basic skills such as: tool identification, interpreting plans, carpentry, welding and metal fabrication. AG BUSINESS AND FARM MANAGEMENT: (Not offered) 11TH – 12th Grade 1 credit Pre-requisite: 3 Years of Agriculture Required

Develops basic skills to manage a farm business. Content includes managing production of crops and livestock, equipment, purchasing, credit, depreciation, taxes, market analysis and developing a farm plan. AG. EMPLOYMENT SKILLS ( Replaces Ag. Co-Op Classoop) (2nd Semester Only) 12TH Grade 1 credit

Must have had 3 or more Agriculture Classes and enrolled in an Agriculture Class their Senior Year. Students must find an Agriculture related work site.

(Each ATC Course is Semester Long)

Automotive Technology

Automotive Maintenance & Light Repair Sections A, B, C, D: (No Intro Class)

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These courses introduce the student to the principles, theories, and concepts of Automotive

Technology, and include instruction in the maintenance and light repair of Engines, Brake

Systems, Electrical/Electronic Systems, Suspension and Steering Systems, Automatic and

Manual Transmission/Transaxles, and Engine Performance Systems. In all areas, appropriate

theory, safety, and support instruction will be taught and required for performing each task,

including proper care and cleaning of customers vehicles. The instruction will also include

identification and use of appropriate tools and testing/measurement equipment required to

accomplish certain tasks. The student will also receive the necessary training to locate and use

current reference and training materials from accepted industry publications and resources, and

demonstrate the ability to write work orders. All Tasks for the Automotive Maintenance and Light

Repair Sections A, B, C, and D are listed in the Automotive Maintenance and Light Repair

Section A Task List.

CARPENTRY TECHNOLOGY INTRO TO CARPENTRY: 9TH Grade - 1 credit Emphasize the types, grades, size and standards of building materials including types of fasteners and their correct use. Will learn to commonly use hand and power tools. Safety in the lab and on the job site is stressed.

BLUEPRINT READING/CONSTRUCTION: 10TH – 12TH Grade - 1 credit Provides a series of lectures, demonstrations and practice exercises in study of symbols, views and sections. Details and material list found on architectural working drawings. Building supplies and specifications list and construction dimensioning system and charts/schedules.

CEILING/ROOF FRAMING: 10TH – 12TH Grade - 1 credit Covers roof types and combinations of roof types used in construction industry. Emphasis of this course is on layout, cutting and installing ceiling joists, rafters, roof decking and roof coverings.

FLOOR/WALL FRAMING: 10TH – 12TH Grade - 1 credit Will practice layout and construction of floor frames, cutting and installing floor and wall framing members according to plans and specifications.

SITE LAYOUT & FOUNDATION: 10TH – 12TH Grade - 1 credit Students will layoutlay out a site with a transit, locating property lines and corners. Students calculate the amount of concrete needed for footing and foundation walls and construct different types of foundations and forms.

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Electrical Technology CIRCUITS I: 9th -12th Grade - 1 credit

Introductory to basic theory of DC and AC circuits, including circuit analysis techniques, introductory magnetism and transformer principles.

Involves study of materials and procedures used in construction wiring. Based on residential wiring. ELECTRICAL CONSTRUCTION II: 10TH – 12TH Grade - 1 credit

Expands knowledge and skills needed to work in commercial and industrial construction wiring. Industrial Safety: 10th – 12th Grade – 1 credit

This course provides practical training in industrial safety. The students are taught to observe general safety rules and regulations, to apply work site and shop safety rules, and to apply OSHA regulations. Students are expected to obtain certification in first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation

HEALTH SCIENCES Students taking an Anatomy Class will count toward a Health Science Certification: PRINCIPLES OF HEALTH SCIENCE: 9TH – 12TH Grade - 1 credit

Students become familiar with types of health occupations. Career Projects where students get to chose a career and do a presentation. Class is mainly to help you figure out a career that you would like to go into.

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MEDICAL TERM/EMERGENCY PROCEDURES: PROCEDURES: (Duel Credit-Must have C Avg or above) 10th – 12TH Grade - 1 credit

Students will learn medical terminology. They will also Prepare First Aid Kits and have the opportunity to receive their CPR Certification. In this class you get to work hands on a lot. NURSE ASSISTANT AIDE I: (Year Long Class) Dual Credit-Must have C Avg or above 11TH – 12TH Grade - 2 credits

Students go to the Nursing Home and volunteer. Must have two 8 hr. days for their clinical hours and 59 hours lecture. This is mandated by Nursing State Law. Also, will practice their procedures on the manikins and learn how to use the equipment. This class doesn’t cost anything as a high school student but if you wait and take it after graduating it will cost around $300-$400 at a community college. This could really help you decide if this is the right career for you. CNA Certification is mandatory for those interested in pursuing a RN degree.

Business Program

Computer and Technology ApplicationsDigital Literacy 9TH – 12TH Grade - 1 credit This course is available forPotential for Dual-Credit through SKYCTC

Students will use a computer and application software including word processing, presentation, database, spreadsheets, internet, and email to prepare elementary documents and reports. The impact of computers on society and ethical issues are presented. Advanced Computer and Technology Applications 10th – 12th grade – 1 credit Potential for Dual Credit Class Prerequisite: Computer and Technology Applications

This course is designed to provide students an advanced-level experience with practical applications through hands-on instruction. Course content will include understanding of various hardware, software, operating systems, care/operations, administrative applications, and employability skills. The software includes

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advanced business applications using word processing, presentation, spreadsheets, database management, desktop publishing, and electronic communication. Leadership development will be provided through FBLA. Upon completion of this course, a student will be ready to take the core level tests for MOS Certification and/or the Administrative Support Skill Standard Assessment.

Business Principles and Applications: 9th – 12th Grade – 1 credit (Potential for Dual Credit

Class)

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

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

the fundamentals of the American free enterprise system and world economies; application of

sound money management for personal and family finances; credit management; consumer

rights and responsibilities; forms of business ownership; risk and insurance; and the importance

of international trade. Leadership development will be provided through FBLA and/or DECA

Principles of Teaching: 9th – 12th Grade – 1 credit

This course provides opportunities for students with an interest in teaching to develop skills,

strategies, and techniques used for instruction at various grade levels. Instruction addresses the

principles and procedures for promoting the physical, emotional, social, and intellectual

development of children, adolescents and developmentally appropriate practices in educational

settings. Students will gain work experience in classrooms with certified teachers as part of their

course work. Other components include the development of a four-year post-secondary plan,

salaries and benefits of a teacher, job security, and future projections of the job market.

Leadership experiences will be provided through student organizations (e.g., co-curricular, extra-

curricular)

Business Management 10th – 12th grade – 1 credit Potential for Dual Credit Class

This course emphasizes the skills needed for managing a business that involves the selection and supervision of employees including efficient use of time, personnel, facilities, and financial resources. Students will explore forms of business ownership; typical business organizational structure; product or service promotion in business; effective communications; human relations skills required in dealing with employees; and effective management strategies used in personnel, finance, production, marketing, and information processing. Leadership development will be provided through FBLA.

Multimedia Publishing: 10th – 12th Grade – 1 credit

This hands-on course applies publishing and presentation concepts through the development of sophisticated business documents and projects. These documents include, but are not limited to, tri-fold brochures, manuscripts, reports, bi-fold programs, catalogs, newsletters, flyers, business forms, graphs, web pages, on-screen presentations, and video productions. Equipment such as scanners, digital cameras,

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video cameras, and color laser printers, may be utilized in creating the documents. Formatting, editing, page layout, and design concepts are taught. Distribution ready publication standards are applied to all projects. Students will develop communication skills, problem-solving techniques, cooperative learning, and interpersonal skills. Leadership development will be provided through FBL

Medical Office: 11th – 12th Grade – 1 credit (Potential for Dual Credit Class) This course is key to the Medical Business Office career pathway and provides foundational skills and techniques used in the 21st Century medical business office profession. The recommended prerequisite is Computer & Technology Applications and Advanced Computer and Technology Applications OR Microsoft Office. Leadership development will be provided through FBLA

OXY-FUEL: 9TH – 12TH Grade - 1 credit

Working knowledge of: oxy-fuel identification, setup, inspection and maintenance; consumable identification, selection and care; principles of operation and effects of variables for manual and mechanized oxy-fuel cutting, welding, brazing principles and practice and metallurgy. Shop safety and equipment use are also covered. Instructions on the manipulative skills necessary to weld & cut plate & pipe in all positions, as well as brazing, braze welding & gouging. Student Will: Practice oxy-fuel welding safety procedures; Use shop equipment & tools; Apply principles of oxy-fuel systems to cut, weld, braze & braze-weld with oxy-fuel; apply principles of controlling distortion; Setup components of oxy-fuel equipment & setup procedures; Apply oxy-fuel cutting applications & procedures; Apply oxy-fuel welding applications & procedures; Apply brazing & braze welding principles & applications. SHIELD METAL ARC WELDING 120 & 121: 10th – 12th - 1 credit

Teaches students the identification & maintenance of SMAW electrodes; principles of SMAW; the effects of variables on the SMAW process to weld plate & pipe; and metallurgy. Provides lab experiences in which student acquires the manipulative skills to perform fillet welds in all positions. Student Will: Practice welding safety procedures; Identify, select & store SMAW electrodes; Apply principles of SMAW process to cut & weld metals; Apply the knowledge of the effects of variables on the SMAW process to weld plate & pipe; Apply the knowledge of basic metallurgy to control chemical, physical & mechanical properties of carbon steel; Use shop equipment & tools. SHIELD METAL WITH BACKING LAB 123: : 10TH – 12TH Grade - 1 credit

Provides experiences in which students acquire the manipulative skills to do groove welds in all positions with backing. Student Will: Practice lab safety procedures; Weld SMAW groove welds in all positions.

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Provides experiences in which students acquire the manipulative skills to do groove welds in all positions with backing

SMAW Open Groove Lab: 10th – 12th Grade – 1 credit Designed to build upon SMAW Plate Lab I and II. Offers the student the opportunity to advance

skills in the practical aspects of vee-butt plate welding using SMAW.

WOOD PRO: 9TH – 12TH Grade - 1 credit

Fundamentals of wood processing and overview of secondary wood processing industry. The nature of wood, material selection, terminology, safe setup and operation of common woodworking equipment. Each student will fabricate a wood product while being introduced to custom woodworking techniques, as well as, mass production concepts related to product engineering. Pre-requisite: None

Fundamentals of multi-view and pictorial drafting techniques. Reading and interpreting architectural, furniture and cabinet drawings. Students will apply blueprint reading skills by preparing materials and cutting list for actual jobs. Course is an overview of contemporary spray finishing materials and processes for millwork assemblies. Pre-requisite: Must have Intro Class & Tech Draw/Wood Finish:

Overview of cabinet and store fixture industries. Emphasis will be placed on design and construction of face frame and frameless systems. Each student will plan and build a vanity, kitchen cabinet or store fixture which utilized contemporary casework techniques. FURNITURE TECHNOLOGY: 10TH – 12TH Grade - 1 credit Pre-requisite: Must have Intro & Tech Draw/Wood Finish)

Furniture design principles, structural considerations, joinery, fasteners, veneering and use of specialized machines for complex operations. Each student will plan and build a piece of furniture which include at least one drawer, a door and some veneering. Advanced Wood Processing: 10th – 12th Grade – 1 credit

This course is a capstone experience for advanced wood processing technicians involving the integration of computer aided design and world-class manufacturing of wood products

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