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DOHERTYHIGHSCHOOL

2018-2019COURSE

DESCRIPTIONS

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THOMASB.DOHERTYHIGHSCHOOL(719)328-6400

MISSIONSTATEMENT

ToequipeveryDohertyHighSchoolstudentwiththeskills,knowledgeand

habitsofworktobecollegeandworkforcereadyandtobecontributingmembersofarapidlychangingsociety.

ADMINISTRATIVESTAFF

KevinGardner Principal 328-6402

LanaFlenniken AssistantPrincipal 328-6403

JennyHorner AssistantPrincipal 328-6552

StephanieLeasure AssistantPrincipal 328-6405

ChrisNoll AthleticDir./BusinessManager 328-6443

STUDENTPERSONNELSTAFF

Assignmentsforthe2018-2019SchoolYearTimGarland Counselor SophomoresA-G 328-6492

SeniorsA-G

StacyStrobel Counselor SophomoresH–O 328-6409

SeniorsH-O

LindseyWedor Counselor SophomoresP-Z 328-6420

SeniorsP-Z

SandraGilbert Counselor FreshmenA-G 328-6418

JuniorsA-G

VickiGlaser Counselor FreshmenH-O 328-6407

JuniorsH-O

KathrynHernandez Counselor FreshmenP–Z 328-6408

JuniorsP-Z

NicoleKimbrough Secretary 328-6412

MichellePerez Registrar 328-6406

MindyCampanella DataProcessor 328-6473

"ColoradoSpringsSchoolDistrict11willnotdiscriminateagainstanyapplicant,employee,orstudentbecauseofrace,color,creed,sex,age,nationalorigin, religiousaffiliation,orhandicap. District11 isanequalopportunity/affirmativeactionemployerandadherestotheprincipleofFairEmploymentPracticesandeducationalopportunitiesembodiedinColoradoandfederallegislation.

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REGISTRATIONFORCLASSES2018-2019

Thisbooklet isprovidedtohelpyouselectyourcourses for the2017-2018schoolyearandtogiveyou informationabout the registrationprocess. The finaldecision concerningwhich classes students should take is the responsibilityof thestudentsandtheirparents.

CANCELLATIONOFCLASSES

Schedulingconflictsmayprecludeastudentfromtakingsomecoursesofhis/herchoice.Coursesmaybecancelledifenrollmentorstaffingchangesdonotpermittheoffering.Othercoursesmaybecombined

orregroupeddependingontheclassenrollment.

SCHEDULECHANGEPOLICY

STUDENT INITIATED CHANGES WILL NOT BE MADE FOR TEACHER PREFERENCE, PERIOD PREFERENCE, LUNCH

PREFERENCE,ORCONVENIENCE.SENIORS:CHECKYOURGRADUATIONREQUIREMENTSCAREFULLYBEFOREYOUREQUESTACHANGE,ASTHISISYOURRESPONSIBILITY.ADDINGACLASS:Classesmaybeaddedduringthefirstweekofthesemesterifspaceisavailableandwithteacherapproval.Itisthestudent'sresponsibilitytomakeupallmissedworkwhenentering.AnewstudentenrollingatDohertydoesnotneedapproval,butmustmakeupallmissedworkunlesshe/shehasatransfergradefromthepreviousschool.

Studentsmustmaintainthe5.0creditminimum(5classes)eachsemester,whichisrequiredofallstudents.

Academicinitiatedchangesafterthetendayperiodwillbehandledonanindividualbasiswiththeinvolvementof

thestudent,counselor,teacher,andparent,andifnecessary,theprincipal.

Classes may be dropped ONLY DURING THE FIRST TEN DAYS of the semester without penalty. After the ten-day period, a student requesting to drop a class must complete a drop form and may receive an “F”

grade for the semester. This means the “F” grade will be recorded on the student’s official transcript and will be included in the grade point average (GPA). Students dropped from a class for disciplinary reasons

will also receive an “F” grade on their official transcripts.

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HOMEWORKPOLICY

TheDohertystaffrecognizestheimportanceofencouraginghomeworkasapartofthelearningactivitiesinitiatedintheclassroom.Workoutsidetheclassroomprovidesstudentswiththeopportunitytodevelopbetterschoolachievementtodevelopresponsibility,andtoexperienceawiderrangeoflearningopportunities.

Thepurposeofhomeworkisto:1. Supplementclasswork 4.Provideopportunityformake-upworkontheirown2. Providepracticeandskills 5.Allowstudentstoworkontheirown3. Reinforceclassconcepts 6.PrepareforfutureclassworkStudentsenrolledinthefollowinglevelofclassescouldexpectthehomeworkperclassasdesignedbelow:• Honors-onehourpernight• Regular education classes – 4-60minutes per night (15-30minutes per subject. If nohomework is assigned a

reviewisrecommended.)Inaddition,werecognizethatstudentsmustbeassistedinmanagingtheirtimeanddevelopingeffectivestudyskills.Tohelpthisprocess:

1. Teacherswillexplainandclarifythehomeworkassignment.2. Studentwillbudgettheirtimetoderivethemaximumbenefitfromtheirhomeworkassignments.3. Thestudentswillberesponsibleforcreatingsuitablestudysituationsforthemselves.4. Parentswillprovidesuitablestudyconditionsincludingaspecifictimeandplaceforhomeworkwhicharefreeof

interruptions.

GRADING/GRADEPOINTAVERAGE

General criteria forearningagivengrade shouldbeestablishedandexplained to studentsduring the firstweekofclassbyeachindividualteacher.

Marksaredefinedasfollows:A= Superior= 4gradepoints (Thoroughmasteryofthesubjectmatter.)B= Aboveaverage= 3gradepointsC= Average= 2gradepointsD= Belowaverage= 1gradepoint

(Notacceptableforcollegerecommendation.)F= Failure,nocreditG= Creditwithoutagrade

(Thismarkisusedonlyinspecifiedclasses.)H= WithdrawnbeforecreditearnedI= IncompletePointsforHonorsandAPclassesaredefinedasfollows:A= 5pointsB= 4pointsC= 3pointsD= 2points

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RECOMMENDATIONSFORSTUDENTSCONSIDERINGHONOR'SLEVEL&ADVANCEDPLACEMENTCLASSES

PHILOSOPHY: Honors andAP courses atDoherty aredesigned to challengehighlymotivated students choosing tolearnasubjectmatterbeyondtheleveltaughtincollegepreparatorycourses.

Studentswho take honor's level andAP classes should fit the following profile in order to assure success in these

classes:

PERFORMANCEThestudent:

•consistentlystrivestomeethighacademicstandards•demonstratesabilityinabstractreasoning•possessesbroadgeneralknowledge•respectsdeadlines•putsforth"besteffort",notjust"goodenough"effort•demonstratesprobingcuriosity•actswithmaturityintheclassroom•participatesactivelyinclassdiscussion•demonstratesprideinworksubmitted•preparedtousetextbooksgenerallyabovethegradelevel•maybeexpectedtoparticipateinextracurricularacademicactivities

ATTITUDEThestudent:

•assumesresponsibilityforownlearning•possessesastrongworkethic•expectsatleastonehourofnightlyhomeworkinthehonor'sclass•comestoclasspreparedtowork•seeksopportunitiesforenrichment•welcomescreativeandchallengingassignments•and,whereapplicable,suggestsownassignments

BEHAVIORThestudent:

•usesclasstimewisely•respectsclassmatesandteacher•demonstratespersonalintegrity

ATTENDANCEThestudent:

•seldommissesclass•arrivespunctually•completesmake-upworkimmediately

Studentsshouldnotsignupforhonor’soradvancedplacementclasseswiththeideaofdroppingtheclassiftheycannotearnthegradetheywantorfindthe

classtoodifficult.Signingupfortheseclassesisayearlongcommitmentbyboththestudentandparents.StudentsmaybeaskedtosignacontractwithanAPorhonorsteacher.(Acopyofthisletteris

availableinthecounselingcenter.)SomehonorsLevelandAPclasseshavesummerreadingrequirements.Pleaseseespecificcoursedescriptionsforprerequisites.Allprerequisitegradesmustbe“C”orbetter.

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HONORSandADVANCEDPLACEMENTCOURSESART

AdvancedPlacementStudioArtENGLISH

English1,2HonorsEnglish3,4HonorsEnglish5,6HonorsEnglish7,8Honors(ConcurrentEnrollmentwithCSU-Pueblo)AdvancedPlacementEnglishLanguageandCompositionAdvancedPlacementLiteratureandComposition

MATH

Algebra1,2HonorsGeometry1,2HonorsAlgebra3,4HonorsPre-CalculusHonors(ConcurrentEnrollmentwithUCCS)AdvancedPlacementCalculus1,2AB(ConcurrentEnrollmentwithUCCS)AdvancedPlacementCalculusBC/CalculusIII(ConcurrentEnrollmentwithUCCS)AdvancedPlacementStatistics(ConcurrentEnrollmentwithUCCS)

SCIENCE

Biology1,2HonorsChemistry1,2HonorsPhysics1,2HonorsAdvancedPlacementBiologyAdvancedPlacementChemistry(ConcurrentEnrollmentwithUCCS)AdvancedPlacementEnvironmentalScienceAdvancedPlacementPhysics

SOCIALSTUDIES

WorldHistory1,2HonorsUnitedStatesHistory3,4HonorsAdvancedPlacementU.S.HistoryAdvancedPlacementU.S.GovernmentAdvancedPlacementHumanGeographyAdvancedPlacementEuropeanHistoryAdvancedPlacementPsychology

WORLDLANGUAGES

French5,6HonorsFrench7,8HonorsAdvancedPlacementFrenchGerman7,8HonorsAdvancedPlacementGerman(ConcurrentEnrollmentwithUCCS)Latin7,8HonorsAdvancedPlacementLatinSpanish3,4HonorsSpanish5,6HonorsSpanish7,8HonorsAdvancedPlacementSpanish

MISCELLANEOUS AdvancedPlacementSeminar AdvancedPlacementResearch

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AGENERALGUIDETOCOLLEGEADMISSIONREQUIREMENTS

Collegeanduniversityadmissionrequirementsvary,dependingonthedegreeofselectivityandtheidentifiedmissionoftheinstitution.Studentsin9thgradeareadvisedtofamiliarizethemselveswiththedifferentlevelsofselectivityincollegeadmissions so that their 9-12 coursework enables them to be admissible to the institution of their choice. Admissionrequirementsaresubjecttochangeandstudentsshouldinvestigatespecificcollegerequirementsnolaterthantheirjunioryear.ThefollowingadmissionsstandardsareinplaceforallpublicColoradocolleges:4yearsofEnglish 4yearsofMath(AlgebraIandhigher)3yearsofScience(2ofwhichmustbelabbased) 1yearofaForeignLanguage3yearsofSocialStudies(includingU.S.HistoryandGovernment)2unitsofacademicelectives

MOST SELECTIVE COLLEGES

4 years English* Top 5%of Class Stanford University 4 years Math* CUM GPA 4.0 (Unweighted) Harvard University 4 years Science* ACT Composite 30-36 M. I. T. 3-4 years Social Studies* SAT (Critical Reading + Math) 1500-1600 Duke 3-4 years Foreign Language* *2 years of Advanced Placement in all core areas is strongly suggested

HIGHLY SELECTIVE COLLEGES

4 years English* Top 20% of Class Mines 4 years Math* CUM GPA 3.7 + (Unweighted) BYU 3-4 years Science* ACT Composite 23-30 CU-Boulder 3-4 years Social Studies* SAT (Critical Reading + Math) 100-1400 CSU 3-4 years Foreign Language* University of Denver *Advanced Placement or honors in several of these areas is critical

SELECTIVE

4 years English CUM GPA 3.0+ UCCS 4 years Math ACT Composite 20-25 UNC 3+ years Science SAT (Critical Reading + Math) 1000-1200 Kansas State 3+ years Social Studies 2-3 years Foreign Language

LESS SELECTIVE

4 years English CUM GPA 2.5+ Adams State 4 years Math ACT Composite 18-21 Metro State 3 years Science SAT (Critical Reading + Math) 850-1000 Colorado Mesa State 3 years Social Studies Western State Foreign Language recommended CSU-Pueblo

OPEN ENROLLMENT High School Diploma or GED Required for placement: Community Colleges ACT, SAT, Accuplace Scores (PPCC)

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POSTSECONDARYandWORKFORCEREADINESS ColoradoSpringsSchoolDistrict11staffsupportthedistrict’smissiontohave“everychildpreparedforaworldyettobeimagined.”Thismissionbecomesarealitywhenastudenthasboththeknowledgeandskillstosuccessfullytransitionfromhigh school to a postsecondary education or career opportunity. When a student is prepared tomake that transition, thestudentisviewedasbeingPostsecondaryandWorkforceReady(PWR). ThePWRprocess for students includesengaging in curriculum,havingexperiential learningopportunities, frequentdiscussions,andclassesandactivitiesthathelpastudentexplore,plan,andpreparefortheirfuture. Astudentisabletoaccessprogramsandcourseworkthatenhancetheircareerknowledge.ProgramssuchasCareerTechnical Education (CTE), concurrent enrollment courses, a wide-range of electives, and the completion of an IndividualCareerAcademicPlan(ICAP)aresomeofthefoundationalexperienceseachstudentwillexperience.Suchexperiencesallowastudent to learn about career pathways and take the steps necessary to access postsecondary education and careeropportunities.ICAPWhatisanICAP ICAPstandsforIndividualCareerandAcademicPlan.ICAPisaprocessinwhichstudentshaveexperiences,participateinspecifictasks,andprovidesaframeworkforstudentstoseetheconnectionsbetweentheircourse-workandfuturecareerandeducationalgoals.ICAPisacontinualprocesswhileinsecondaryschoolforstudentstolearnaboutthemselves,setgoals,andlearntheacademic,socialandemotional,andcareerpreparationskillsforastudenttoidentifyandconnecttheirpersonalstrengthsBenefitsofanICAP The ICAP is a way to bring self-identified purpose and impactful outcomes to a student’s education. Through thedevelopmentofastudent’sICAP,theycompleteafour-yearacademicplantoguidetheirpreparationforfuturegoals.HowcanyousupportICAP’s TheICAPwillismostmeaningfulwhenparent/guardianinvolvementispartoftheprocess.AskyourchildabouttheirICAP,andaboutatooltheyuseinthisprocesscalled,Naviance.Ifyouneedadditionalinformationreachouttoyourstudent’sschoolcounselor.CTE Career and Technical Education courses are available at all high schools in District 11. CTE Courses help studentsexploretheircareerinterestsandpotential.CTEisaboutcareer-focusededucationthatprovidesstudentswith:

• Academicsubjectmattertaughtwithrelevancetotherealworld,oftencalledcontextuallearning;• Employabilityskills,fromjob-relatedskillstoworkplaceethics;• Work-based learning thathelp studentsexplore interestandcareers in theprocessofprogressing through

school;• CareerPathwaysprogramsareoffered in: Agriculture;AutomotiveMaintenance;Architecture;Biomedical

Science;BroadcastMedia;BusinessandMarketing;Catering;Computer Science;ComputerAidedDrawing;Cosmetology; Culinary Arts and ProStart Chef Preparation; Cyber Security; Early Childhood and SecondaryTeacherEducation;Engineering;Family&ConsumerScience;GameDesign;Hospitality&Tourism;JournalismandManufacturing;WebDesign

These robust CTE often includemultiple years of specific career oriented courses or a single year of a fast-pacedcapstonecourse. AuniqueopportunitytoCTEisavailablethroughCareerPathwaysofferedattheEarlyCollegeHighSchoollocatedontheRoyJ.WassonAcademicCampus(RJWAC).

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ManyCTEprogramsoffercollegecreditfromstatepostsecondaryinstitutionssuchas:PikesPeakCommunityCollege,MetroStateUniversity,UniversityofColoradoColoradoSprings,andColoradoStateUniversityatPueblo.

PostsecondaryOptionsPublicandPrivateColleges Publiccollegesarefundedbylocalandstategovernmentsandusuallyofferlowertuitionratesthanprivatecolleges,especiallyforstudentswhoareresidentsofthestatewhereacollegeislocated. Privatecollegesrelymainlyontuition,feesandprivatesourcesoffunding.Privatedonationscansometimesprovidegenerousfinancialaidpackagesforstudents.Four-yearandTwo-YearColleges Four-yearcollegesofferfour-yearprogramsthatleadtoabachelor'sdegree.Theseincludeuniversitiesandliberalartscolleges. Two-yearcollegesofferprogramsthatlastuptotwoyearsthatleadtoacertificateoranassociatedegree.Theseincludecommunitycolleges,vocational-technicalcollegesandcareercolleges.Vocational-TechnicalandCareerColleges Vocational-technicalandcareercollegesofferspecializedtraininginaparticularindustryorcareer.Possibleprogramsof study include the culinary arts, firefighting, dental hygiene andmedical-records technology. These colleges usually offercertificatesorassociatedegrees.ApprenticeshipPrograms Apprenticeshipisacombinationofon-the-jobtraining(OJT)andrelatedclassroominstructionunderthesuper-visionofa journey-levelcraftpersonor tradeprofession-al inwhichworkers learnthepracticalandtheoreticalaspectsofahighlyskilledoccupation. After completing an apprenticeship program, the worker's journey-level status provides an additional benefit ofnationwidemobilityatjourneylevelscale.Military Military enlistment is an option for students 18 years of age that have earned a high school diploma.A qualifyingASVABscoreisrequiredforallbranchesofthearmedservices,aswellas,aphysicalfitnesstest.Studentshavetheopportunitytoreceivetrainingincareersthatmeettheirskillsandinterest.TypesofFinancialAid TheU.S.DepartmentofEducationawardsabout$150billioneveryyeartohelpmillionsofstudentspayfor college.Grantsaretypicallyawardedonthebasisofneedandgenerallydonothavetoberepaid. Federal Pell Grants are usually awarded to under-graduate students who have not yet earned a bachelor’s degree.ThemaximumFederalPellGrantawardforthe2017-2018ayearis$5,920.Studentscanreceive the FederalPellGrantforuptotheequivalentof12semesters. Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants (FSEOG) are awarded to undergraduate students withexceptionalfinancialneed.Acollege’sfinancialaiddepartmentdeterminesamounts.Loansconsistofmoney that thestudentborrows tohelppay forcollege,andmustbe repaid (plus interest).Thereare twofederalstudentloanprograms: TheFederalPerkinsLoanProgramisacampus-basedprogramthatprovideslow-interestloanstounder- graduateandgraduatestudents. TheWilliamD.FordFederalDirectLoanProgramenablesstudentsandparentstoborrowmoneyatlowinterestratesdirectlyfromthefederalgovernment.TheDirectLoanProgramincludesDirectStaffordLoans,andDirectStaffordLoans,andDirect PLUS loans, which are available to parents of dependent students. A Direct Stafford Loan might be subsidized or

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unsubsidized.DirectPLUSLoansarealwaysunsubsidized.Subsidizedloanshaveinterestthatispaidwhiletheborrowerisincollegeandduringdeferment.Unsubsidizedloanstheborrowermustpayallaccruedinterestonunsubsidizedloans. TheFederalWork-StudyProgramenablesstudentstoearnmoneyduringtheschoolyearwhilealsogainingvaluableworkexperience,typicallyinpart-time,career-relatedjobs.

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COLLEGECREDITSWHILEINHIGHSCHOOLColoradoSpringsSchoolDistrict11studentsmayalsoobtaincollegecreditsthroughthefollowingprograms:

AdvancedPlacementCoursesAdvanced Placement Courses are designed for students that are ready for college level academic work. This program isoperated by a national organization, the College Board, which defines course curriculum, provides teacher training, andadministersanationalstandardizedexaminationforeachcourse.Mostcollegesawardcollegecredittostudentswhoearnatleast a rating of “3” out of a possible “5” on the examinationwhile others require a score of “4” or higher. Some collegesrequiresuccessfulcompletionofAdvancedPlacementcoursesforadmissiontothecollegeanddonotawardcreditstowardthecollegedegree.Parentsandstudentsareadvisedtocheckwithcollegesfordetails.Formoreinformation,pleaseconsultwithyourhighschoolcounselor.ArticulationCreditArticulationcreditisawayforhighschoolstudentstoearncollegecreditastheybuildcareerandtechnicaleducationskills.Ahigh school student can receivePPCCcredit if theyearnanAorB in theirCTEarticulatedcourse(s). Articulatedcreditandcourseworkwillbe recordedonanofficialPikesPeakCommunityCollege transcript. Thesecreditsvary fromhighschool tohigh school. Please contact your school counselor for information regarding articulation credits available at your location.Additionalinformationregardingthisopportunityisavailableathttp://www.ppcc.edu/high-school-students/ASCENTASCENTstandsforAcceleratingStudentsthroughConcurrentENrollmenT.Studentswhohavecompletedandsuccessfullytranscriptatleast12credithoursofpostsecondarycourseworkpriortocompletionofhis/hersenioryearmaybeeligiblefortheASCENTProgram.District11paystheircollegetuitionattheresidentcommunitycollegerate.Studentsremainasanon-graduatingstudentparticipantforoneyearfollowingtheirsenioryear.Studentsmaywalkatgraduationbutmaynotaccept/converttheirdiplomaasgraduated.ThehighschooldiplomaisdeferredwhileintheASCENTprogram.Studentsreceivetheirhigh-schooldiplomasattheendoftheirASCENTyear.[C.R.S.§22-35-108]StudentsmustoptinpriortoFebruary1st.TheintentoftheASCENTprogramistoincreasethepercentageofstudentswhoparticipateinpostsecondaryeducation,especiallyamonglow-incomeandtraditionallyunderservedpopulations,anddecreasethenumberofstudentswhodonotcompletehighschool.Additionally,theprogramintendstodecreasetheamountoftimethatisrequiredforastudenttocompleteapostsecondarydegree,aswellasreducestateexpendituresforpubliceducationtoprovidepostsecondarycourseworkforhighschoolstudents.Formoreinformation,pleaseconsultwithyourhighschoolcounselor.ConcurrentEnrollmentCurrentenrollmentallowsstudentstoaccesscoursesatthepostsecondarylevel(PikesPeakCommunityCollegeorUniversityofColoradoColoradoSpringsorColoradoStateUniversityPueblo)while still inhighschool.Through thisprogram, studentsmayearnbothhigh school and college credit. ColoradoSprings SchoolDistrict 11EnrollmentProgram (CE) is a good fit forstudentswhowouldnot typicallyaccesscollegewithoutand“advance”start, studentswithsignificantacademicneeds,andstudents who have exhausted district curriculum. An up to date Individual Career and Academic Plan (ICAP) is required.TuitionisreimbursedbyDistrict11attheCommunityCollegerate.Booksandothercollegecoursefeesshallbeattheexpenseofthestudentorhis/herparentsor legalguardians. ThestudentneedstoeitherpasstheACCUPLACERorhaveaqualifyingACT/SATscoreinadditiontomeetingtheGPArequirementsoftheinstitutiontowhichtheyareapplyingFormoreinformation,pleaseconsultwithyourhighschoolcounselor.ExtendedStudy(DualCredit)Extendedstudymaybecompletedatthehighschoolwherethestudentisenrolledinatraditionalhighschoolcourseandtheinstructorhasapostsecondaryinstitutionendorsement.Studentsmayearnbothhighschoolandcollegecredit.Studentsmayenroll for thehigh school courses (prerequisitesmayapply)and if theyadditionallymeet the requirements specifiedby thepostsecondary partner,may dually enroll in the college barring course. The fees for and extended study vary by program,howeverifastudentenrollsintoanextendedstudyprogramandfailsthecourseofwithdraws,thestudentswillberequiredtoreimbursethedistrict.Enrollmentisadualcreditcoursedoesnotguaranteecollegeacceptance.Pleasecontactyourschoolcounselorforinformationregardingavailabledualcreditoptions.

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CareerStart(FormerlyAVP)Careerstartprovidesoccupationalskilldevelopmentandtrainingforjuniorsandseniors.ThisisConcurrentEnrollmentwithacollegeandcareeremphasis.District11paysallcostsfortheyearlongprogram.StudentscompletingCareerStartearncredit,which can be applied toward high school graduation. Students also earn college credit which may be applied to apostsecondary certificateordegree. Career Start strives toprepare students for theworldofworkby teaching the relatedacademicandworkplacebasicsthatareessentialforemployment.ProgramofferedthroughCareerStartcanbefoundonthePikesPeakCommunityCollegewebsite:https://apps.ppcc.edu/catalog/current/career-start.htmAreyougettingthecredityoudeserve?WhatisHighSchoolArticulation?Articulationisawayforhighschoolstudentstoearncollegecreditastheybuildcareerandtechnicaleducationskills.AhighschoolstudentcanreceivePPCCcredit iftheyearanAorB intheirhighschoolarticulatedcourse(s). ArticulatedcreditandcourseworkwillberecordedonanofficialPikesPeakCommunityCollegetranscript.Whocanparticipate?HighschoolstudentstakingcareerandtechnicaleducationcoursesintheirhighschoolmayreceivecreditiftheyearnanAorBgradeincoursesincludeinagreementsbetweenPPCCandtheirhighschoolWhyshouldastudentparticipate?Earning community college credits for college level competencies achieved in high school can help avoid duplicatingcourseworkincollegeandmayleadtograduatingfromcollegeearly.StartpreparingforacareerwhilestillinhighschoolSavemoney!Studentspaya$10feeperPPCCcourse(s)togetthecreditrecordedonaPPCCtranscript(nottoexceed$40persemester).You’llsaveoncollegetuition,booksandlabfees.Anaverage3creditPPCCcourse(resident)is$531.40plusbooks.Thiscanmeansignificanteducationalandfinancialadvantagesforyourfamily!Whatclassesareeligibleforarticulation?Numerousopportunitiesexist! Thecoursesavailableforcreditdependupontheformalarticulationagreementbetweentheschool district and PPCC. Check with your high school counselor or teacher. Articulated courses at Doherty include:Architectural Drawing; Catering; Civil Engineering; Accounting and College Accounting; Interior Design; Introduction toBusiness;IntroductiontoEngineeringDesign;MarketingandAdvertising;DigitalElectronics;ProStart;TeacherCadetandVideoProduction.Othercoursesarependingapproval.Howdoesastudentgetthecollegecredit?1)CompleteanarticulatedcoursewithaBorbetter;2)Applyforadmission(free)toPPCC;3)FillouttheTeacherGradeVerificationFormandhaveyouteachersignit;4)Returnthepackettoyourinstructor.Thedistrictwillsubmitallapplicationsandcoverthe$10administrativefee;5)Takeaction!RequestatranscriptfromPPCCandexploreyourpostsecondaryoptionsintheircoursecatalog.

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HIGHEREDUCATIONADMISSIONREQUIREMENTS(HEAR)AcademicArea* 2008-2009Graduates 2010+Graduates

English* 4Years 4Years

Mathematics(MustincludeAlgebra1,Geometry, 3Years 4YearsAlgebra2orequivalents)***

Natural/PhysicalSciences(Twounitsmustbelab 3Years 4Yearsbased)***

SocialSciences(AtleastoneunitofU.S.orWorld 3Years 3YearsHistory)

World/ForeignLanguage**** NotRequired 1Year

AcademicElectives***** 2Years 2Years

* CCHE,CDE,andSchoolDistrictsaredevelopingstandardsforalternativedemonstrationofproficiencytobeacceptedinlieuofcoursecompletion.Forcourseguidelinesseeparagraph4.01oftheAdmissionsStandardsPolicy.** TwounitsofESLEnglishmaycountforHEARrequirementswhencombinedwithtwounitsofsuccessfullycompletedcollegepreparatoryEnglish.*** CollegepreparatoryESLmathematics/sciencecoursesthatincludecontentandacademicrigor/levelcomparabletootheracceptablecoursesmaysatisfyHEARrequirements.**** AmericanSignLanguage(ASL)coursescancounttowardtheWord/ForeignLanguagerequirement.***** AcceptableacademicelectivesincludeadditionalcoursesinEnglish,mathematics,natural/physicalsciencesandsocialsciences,foreignlanguages,art,music,journalism,drama,computerscience,Honors,AdvancedPlacement,InternationalBaccalaureatecourses,andappropriateCTEcourses.TheColoradoCommissiononHigherEducationdoesnotereviewindividualhighschoolcoursestodeterminewhetherornottheymeetColorado’sHigherEducationAdmissionsRequirements.BecauselocalschooldistrictsinColoradooverseetheirhighschoolcurriculaandcollegesanduniversitiesestablishtheirownentrancerequirements,itistheirdiscretiontodeterminewhatcourseworkmeetstheHigherEducationAdmissionRequirements.

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ARECOMMENDEDGUIDETOPOSTSECONDARYREADINESSPreparing for college, a trade school, themilitary, or theworkforce can be overwhelming however, starting early can helpreduce theanxiety that is feltduring thisprocess. Thestepsprovidedbelowaremerelyaguide tohelpyoualong thewayhavingregularmeetingswithyourfamily,keepingupgrades,andreachingouttoyourschoolcounselorareafewways.Also,hyper-linksareunderlinedtohelpyougainaccesstoadditionalresourcesaroundfinancialaidandtheFAFSAprocess.9thGradeStepsTowardPostsecondaryOpportunitiesStudentsToDo:

• Takechallengingclassesincoreacademicsubjects.MostcollegesrequirefouryearsinEnglish,atleastthreeyearsofsocialstudies(history,civics,geography,economics,etc.),threeyearsofmathematics,andthreeyearsofscience,andmanyrequiretwoyearsof foreign language. Roundoutyourcourse loadwithclasses incomputerscienceandthearts.

• Workwithaparentorguardianabouthowtosaveforcollege,tradeschool,ormilitaryopportunity.• Get involved inschoolorcommunitybasedactivitiesthat interestyouor letyouexplorecareer interests. Consider

working volunteering, and/or participating in academic enrichment programs, summerworkshops, and camps thatmatchyourinterests.Rememberit’squality(notquantity)thatcounts.

• AskyourschoolcounselororteacherswhatAdvancedPlacementcoursesareavailable,whetheryouareeligible,andhowtoenrollinthem.

• UsetheU.S.DepartmentofLabor’scareersearchtooltoresearchyourcareeroptions.• Start a list of your awards, honors, paid and volunteerwork, and extracurricular activities. Update your goals and

considerbeginningaresumethroughouthighschool.ToExplore:

• CheckoutKnowHow2Go:TheFourStepstoCollege,whichsuggestssomeactionstotakeasyoustartthinkingabouteducationbeyondhighschool.

• Learn aboutmanagingmoney. This canbedone through a financial literacy class, a school basedpresentationonwaystopayforpostsecondaryeducationalopportunities,orincollaborationwithyourfamily.

• Explorereasonstoconsidercollegeandwaysyoucangethelppreparingforhighereducation.Parents/GuardiansToDo:

• Talktoyourchildaboutcollegeasifheorsheweredefinitelygoingtogotocollege.• Keepaneyeonyourchild’sstudyhabitsandgrades–stayinvolved.• EncourageyourchildtotakeAdvancedPlacementorotherchallengingclasses.• Addtoyourchild’ssavingsaccountregularly;andmakesureyouarefullyawareoftheprovisionsoftheaccount.

10thGradeStepsTowardPostsecondaryOpportunitiesStudentsToDo:

• Meetwithyourschoolcounselorormentortodiscusscollegesandtheirrequirements.• ConsidertakingapracticePreliminarySAT/NationalMeritScholarshipQualifyingTest(PSAT/NMSQT).• Plantouseyoursummerwisely:work,volunteer,ortakeasummercourse(awayoratalocalcolleges).• Gotocareerinformationeventstogetamoredetailedlookatcareeroptions.• ResearchmajorsthatmightbeagoodfitwithyourinterestsandgoalsbasedonyourresultsfromtheU.S.

DepartmentofLabor’scareersearch.ToExplore:Learnthedifferencesbetweengrants,loans,work-study,andscholarships.Parents/GuardiansToDo:

• Findoutwhetheryourchild’sschoolhascollegenightsorfinancialaidnights.Plantoattendthoseeventswithyourchild.

• Helpyourchilddevelopindependencebyencouraginghimorhertotakeresponsibilityforbalancinghomeworkwith

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ToExplore:• Learnaboutthestandardizedtestsyourchildwillbetakingduring10ththrough12thgrades.

11thGradeStepsTowardPostsecondaryOpportunitiesStudentsToDo:

• ExplorecareersandtheirearningpotentialintheOccupationalOutlookHandbook.Or,forafuninteractivetool,trytheU.S.DepartmentofLabor’scareersearch.

• Learnaboutchoosingacollegeandfindalinktoourfreecollegesearchtool• Gotocollegefairsandcollege-preparationpresentationsbycollegerepresentatives.

Fall• Take thePreliminarypracticePreliminarySAT/NationalMeritScholarshipQualifyingTest (PSAT/NMSQT). Youmust

take the test in 11th grade toqualify for scholarships andprogramsassociatedwith theNationalMerit ScholarshipProgram.

Spring• Registerforandtakeexamsforcollegeadmission.ThestandardizedteststhatmanycollegesrequirearetheSAT,the

SATSubjectTests,andtheACT.Checkwiththecollegesyouareinterestedintoseewhattesttheyrequire.• UsetheU.S.DepartmentofLabors’scholarshipsearchtofindscholarshipsforwhichyoumightwanttoapply.Some

deadlinesfallasearlyasthesummerbetween11thand12thgrades,sopreparenowtosubmitapplicationssoon.SummerBefore12thGrade

• Narrowdownthelistofcollegesyouareconsideringattending.Ifyoucan,visittheschoolsthatinterestyou.• Contactcollegestorequestinformationandapplicationsforadmission.Askaboutfinancialaid,admission

requirements,anddeadlines.• Decidewhetheryouaregoingtoapplyunderaparticularcollege’searlydecisionorearlyactionprogram.Besureto

learnabouttheprogramdeadlinesandrequirements.• OntheFAFSAwebsite,youcancomparetheexpectedamountoffinancialaidtobereceivedwiththeactualcostsof

thecollegestowhichyouwillapply.Tosupplementanyaidyoumayreceive,besuretoapplyforscholarships.Yourgoalistominimizetheamountofloanfundsyouborrow.Yourgoalistominimizetheamountofloanfundsyouborrow.

ToExplore:• Findoutwhatgovernmentfinancialaidyoucanapplyfor.• Learnhowtoavoidscholarshipscamsandidentitytheftasyoulookforfinancialaidandthenattendcollege.

Parents/GuardiansToDo:

• Take a look at your financial situation, and be sure you’re on the right track to pay for your student’s futurepostsecondaryeducationorcareeropportunity.

• Talk toyourchildaboutwhatprogramsor schoolsheor she is considering. Askwhy those schoolsappeal toyourchild,andhelphimorherclarifygoalsandpriorities.

• Attendcollegefairswithyourchild.Listenandletyourchilddothetalkingwiththecollegerepresentatives.• Takeyourchildtovisitcollegecampuses,preferablywhenclassesareinsession.• Makesureyourchildislookingintoorhasalreadyappliedforscholarships.• Askyouremployerwhetherscholarshipsareavailableforemployees’children.

ToExplore:• Getin-depthinformationonthefederalstudentaidprograms.• LearnaboutstudentandparentloansinDirectLoanBasicsforStudentsandDirectLoanBasicsforParents.• Findouthowthefederalstudentaidapplicationprocessworks.

12thGradeStepsTowardsCollegePreparation

• Workhardallyear–secondsemestergradescanaffectscholarshipeligibility.Fall

• Meetwithyourschoolcounselortomakesureyouareontracktograduateandfulfillcollegeadmissionrequirements.• Ifyouhaven’tdonesoalready,registerforandtakethestandardizedtestsrequiredforcollegeadmission.Checkwith

thecollegesyouareinterestedintoseewhatteststheyrequire.

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• Apply to thecollegesyouhavechosen. Prepareyourapplicationcarefully. Followthe instructions,andPAYCLOSEATTENTIONTODEADLINES!

• Well before your application deadlines, ask your counselor and teachers to submit required documents (e.g.transcript,lettersofrecommendation)tothecollegestowhichyou’reapplying.

Winter• Encourageyourparent(s)tocompleteincometaxformsearly. Ifyouparent(s)has(have)notcompletedtaxforms,

youcanprovideestimated informationonyour federal studentaid application. Remember tomakeanynecessarychangeslateronyourstudentaidapplication.

• Assoonaspossible(afterOctober1completeandsubmityourFreeApplicationforFederalStudentAid(FAFSA*)alongwithanyotherfinancialaidapplicationsyourschool(s)ofchoicemayrequire.YoucancompletetheFAFSAonlineoronpaper,butcompleting theapplicationonline is fasterandeasier. YoushouldsubmityourFAFSAby theearliestfinancialaiddeadlineoftheschoolstowhichyouareapplying,usuallybyearlyFebruary.

• After you submit the FAFSA you should receive your Student Aid Report (SAR)within three days to three weeks.QuicklymakeanynecessarycorrectionsandsubmitthemtotheFAFSAprocessor.

• Completeanylastscholarshipapplications.Spring

• Visitcollegesorprogramsthathaveinvitedyoutoenroll.• Reviewyourcollegeacceptancesandcomparethecolleges’financialaidoffers.• Contactaschool’sfinancialaidofficeifyouhavequestionsabouttheaidthatschoolhasofferedyou.Gettingtoknow

yourfinancialaidstaffearlyisagoodideanomatterwhat–theycantellyouaboutdeadlines,otheraidforwhichyoumightwishtoapply,andimportantpaperworkyoumightneedtosubmit.

• Whenyoudecidewhichschoolyouwanttoattend,notifythatschoolofyourcommitmentandsubmitanyrequiredfinancialdeposit.ManyschoolsrequirethisnotificationanddepositbyMay1.

ToExplore:

• RefertoinformationaboutfinancialaidasyouworkthroughtheFAFSAprocess.• Make informeddecisionsaboutstudent loans. Thefollowingresourcesare importantat thispoint: FederalVersus

PrivateLoansandDirectLoanBasicsforStudents.• REMEMBER:Registerforalltestsinadvanceandbesuretogiveyourselftimetoprepareappropriately!Ifyouhave

difficultypayingaregistrationfee,seeyourschoolcounseloraboutgettingafeewaiver.Parents/GuardiansToDo:

• WorkwithyourchildonfillingouttheFAFSA.ToExplore:

• Makesureyourchild’spersonal informationissafewhenheorsheappliesforfinancialaid. Fortips,read“StudentAidandIdentityTheft.

• ReadIRSPublication970,TaxBenefitsforEducationtoseehowyoumightbenefitfromfederalincometaxcreditsforeducationexpenses.

• Understandthebenefitsoffederalstudentloans.• LookacommunicationsfromschoolstowhichyourchildsentFAFSinformation. IfaschoolhasofferedDirectPLUS

Loans,theDirectLoansBasicsforParentsbrochuremightbeusefultoyou.

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COLLEGECREDITOPTIONSATDOHERTYHIGHSCHOOL Doherty offers 18Advanced Placement courses that can generate college credit from any college/university in theUnitedStatesdependingonthecollege,astudent’smajor,andthescoreastudentearnsontheAPexaminMay.Inadditiontothisstudentscanearncreditfromlocalcolleges/universitiesfromthoseopportunitieslistedbelow ThefollowingcoursestakenatDohertycanearncreditfromtheUniversityofColoradoColoradoSpringsthroughtheCUSucceedprogramorfromProjectLeadtheWay:

PreCalculus AdvancedPlacementCalculusAB AdvancedPlacementCalculusBC AdvancedPlacementStatistics AdvancedPlacementChemistry AdvancedPlacementEnvironmentalScience AdvancedPlacementSpanish AdvancedPlacementGerman IntrotoEngineering CivilEngineeringandArchitecture DigitalElectronics

ThefollowingcoursetakenatDohertycanearncreditfromColoradoStateUniversityatPueblo:

HonorsEnglish7,8

ThefollowingcourseshavearticulationagreementswithPikesPeakCommunityCollege:

BusinessDepartment

Accounting IntrotoBusiness Marketing1,2 AdvancedMarketing1,2

Family&ConsumerScience

ProStart1,2 ProStart3,4 NutritionandWellness TeacherCadet

AppliedTechnology

ArchitecturalDrawing1,2,3,4 TechnicalDrawing1,2 IntroductiontoEngineering CivilEngineeringandArchitecture DigitalElectronics

AVP(AreaVocationalProgram

AutomotiveCollisionTechnology HealthCareerExploration(CANopportunity) AutomotiveServiceTechnology HealthScienceTechnology ComputerAidedDrafting InteriorDesign ComputerInformationSystems MultimediaGraphicDesign CriminalJustice MusicTechnology CulinaryArts RadioandTelevision DieselPowerTechnology ZooKeeping EarlyChildhoodEducation FireScienceTechnology

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NCAAAllstudentathletesmustmeetNCAAeligibilityrequirementstocompeteateitherDivisionIorDivisionIIcollegesor

universities.InordertomeettheNCAArequirements,studentsneedtomaintainastrongacademicrecordinNCAAapprovedclasses. AllcoursesontheDistrict#11NCAAapprovedcourselistaredesignatedbyanasterisk*inthecoursebook.NCAAonlycountscoursesthatareconsidered“academiccoreclasses”.Electivecoursessuchascomputerapplications,PE,health,any art class, drama,music, business, applied technology, family and consumer science classeswon’t fulfill a NCAA credit.Accessmoreinformationat:https://web1.ncaa.org/eligibilitycenter/common

Students who wish to compete on one of the Mountain West Conference teams must meet NCAA eligibilityrequirementsas an incoming freshman in order to competeat any time on aMountainWest teamduring their collegiatecareer.

ACADEMICELIGIBILITYFORATHLETES

Ifyouareanathlete,checkyourcourserequestcarefullytobesurethatyouaretakingenoughcoursestomeetthe

academicrequirementsforeligibility.Therequirementsareasfollows:

• Studentmustbeenrolledin5.0creditsforbothfirstandsecondsemester.• Studentmusthavebeenenrolledinenoughcoursestototal5.0creditsandmusthaveearnedatleast4.0

creditsatthecloseoftheprevioussemester.• Studentmustnotbefailingmorethanonecourseduringthetimeofparticipation.

SPORTS

Thefollowingsportswereavailableforstudentparticipationduringthe2015-2016schoolyear.FALLSPORTS WINTERSPORTS SPRINGSPORTSCrossCountry BoysBasketball BaseballFootball GirlsBasketball GirlsGolfBoysGolf Hockey GirlsSoccerBoysSoccer GirlsSwim BoysSwimGirlsSoftball Wrestling GirlsTennisBoysTennis BoysTrack GirlsTrack

ACTIVITIES,CLUBSandORGANIZATIONSThefollowingactivities,clubsandorganizationswereavailableforstudentparticipationduringthe2017-2018school

year.AnatomyClub ArtClubAutoClub

FBLA*FCCLA*Forensics

NationalHonorSociety•Newspaper*PeerCounseling•

BackyardSportsClubColorGuardCheer•ChessColoradoCreativeCareersColoradoYouthOutdoorsDECA*DiversityCouncil

FrenchClubGermanClubGSTAImprovJuniorClassicalLeagueLinkCrewMathletesMESA

Poms•ScienceOlympiadSkillsUSASpanishClubStudentCouncil•TSAThespiansYearbook*

EnvironmentalClub MockTrial* • Requiresanapplicationprocess,interviewortryoutstoparticipateintheseorganizations.* Requiresthatthestudentmustbeenrolledinthisclass.

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DISTRICT11GRADUATIONREQUIREMENTS

Toqualify forgraduation,a studentmustmeet theminimumnumberof semestercredits in theacademicareasasoutlinedbelow.Electivecreditsmaybeearnedinanyareaoncethespecificgraduationrequirementsarefulfilled.1creditisearnedeachsemesteruponsuccessfulcoursecompletion.

SEMESTERCREDITS

ENGLISH 8SOCIALSTUDIES 6MATHEMATICS 6SCIENCE 6PHYSICALEDUCATION 3HEALTH 1HUMANITIES 2COMPUTEREDUCATION 1ECONOMICS 1PRACTICALARTS 1

RequiredSubjects 35 Electives 11

MinimumTotalforGraduation 46

HIGHEREDUCATIONADMISSIONREQUIREMENTS*

InOctober2003, theColoradoCommissiononHigherEducation (CCHE*) revised theAdmissionStandardsPolicy toinclude theadditionofapre-collegiate course completion requirement. The revisedadmission standardsapply to studentswhoseektoqualifyforadmissiontoanyofColorado’sfour-yearpublicinstitutions.Communitycollegeswillcontinuetobeopenadmissions;student’senrollingintheseinstitutionsarenotsubjecttoadmissionstandards.

The updated Admission Requirements identify a combination of courses, primarily in the areas of English,mathematics, natural and physical sciences, and social sciences that students should plan to complete as preparation forenteringoneofColorado’sfour-yearpubliccollegesoruniversities.However,thecompletionoftheserequirementsdoesnotguaranteeadmissiontoanyofColorado’sfour-yearpubliccollegesoruniversities.EACHUNITREPRESENTSONEYEAR.

CCHE = D-11 English 4units 8credits Mathematics(Algebra1/2levelandhigher) 4units 8credits Natural/PhysicalSciences(2unitsmustbelabbased) 3units 6credits SocialSciences(atleastoneunitofU.S.orworldhistory) 3units 6credits WorldLanguages(mustbesamelanguage) 1units 2credits AcademicElectives 2units 4credits

TOTAL 17units 34credits

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ART/VISUALARTS


HIGHEREDUCATIONADMISSIONREQUIREMENTS

ThetwosemestersofHumanitiescreditmaybefulfilledbyany2Artcourses.Ceramics1,2;3,4ComputerArt1,2Drawing1,2;3,4IntrotoVisualArt1,2Jewelry1Painting1,2;3,4Photography1,2;3,4Sculpture1

Thefollowingcoursescanbeusedtofulfilltherequirementfor2unitsofAcademicElectives(2years/4semesters):AnyHonors,AdvancedPlacement,InternationalBaccalaureate,orcollege-levelcourses.Ceramics1,2;3,4ComputerArt1,2Drawing1,2;3,4IntrotoVisualArt1,2Jewelry1Painting1,2;3,4Photography1,2;3,4Sculpture1

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ART/VISUALARTS

INTROTOVISUALART1/ARTEXPLORATIONS FirstSemesterorSecondSemesterCourseLength:1Semester Grade:9,10,11,12(9thgradersMUSTtakethisCreditperSemester:1.0 coursebeforetakinganyotherartcourse.)(HumanitiesorElective) Prerequisite:None Fee:$25.00 Inordertobreaktherulesyouneedtoknowwhattheyare. Learntherulesofart, theelementsandprinciples, inordertounlock itsmysteries. Thendiscoverwhatworks. Armedwiththis information,takechargeofthemediatoexpressyourself in two and three-dimensionalworks of art. This class gives you a chance to explore a variety ofmedia: drawing,computerart,sculpture,ceramics,painting,photoand/orprintmaking.STUDIOART1,2ADVANCEDPLACEMENT FullYearCourseLength:2Semesters Grade:12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:Teacherapproval(HumanitiesorElective) Studentsprovideownsupplies StandardAPtestfeeappliesinspring Fee:$35.00PerSemester

APStudioArt isdesigned for senior studentswhocombineexceptionalabilitywithahighdegreeof interest in thepracticeofart.StudentswillbeexpectedtosubmitaportfolioofworktoexaminersinMayinanattempttoqualifyforcreditandadvancedplacementinAmericancolleges.(AlthoughstudentsneednotbeenrolledinanAPcoursetosubmitaportfolio,itishighlyrecommended.)Workdoneinthecoursewillbeexpectedtoreflectthreeareasofconcern:breadth,concentrationandquality.CERAMICS1 FirstSemesterorSecondSemesterCourseLength:1Semester Grade:9,10,11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:IntrotoVisualArtforgrade9(HumanitiesorElective) Fee:$25.00

Here’s a chance to get your hands dirty. Experience the thrill of clay by using hand-building andwheel-throwingtechniques. Createoriginal three-dimensional forms. Learnthedifferencebetweenfunctionalandnon-functionalceramics.Anemphasiswillbeplacedontheelementsandprinciplesofdesigntoplanandcreateyourpieces.CERAMICS2 FirstSemesterorSecondSemesterCourseLength:1Semester Grade:10,11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:Ceramics1(HumanitiesorElective) Fee:$25.00

Spinningroundandround?Orareyoufeelingmoregrounded?Eitherwaythisistheclassforyou!Spendyourtimeonthepotter’swheel,hand-buildingandcombiningthetwo.Reduction,lowandhighfiringtechniqueswillbecovered.Createvessels,mugs,andplatesonthewheel.Sculptural,non-functionalpieceswillalsobedesigned.CERAMICS3 SecondSemesterCourseLength:1Semester Grade:10,11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:Ceramics2(HumanitiesorElective) Fee:$25.00

Dig into your passion for the organic qualities of clay. Reinforce your love of form and investigate ceramics as acareer. Whatdoesaproductionpotterdo? Howdoyou loadandfireakiln? Techniques inthisclasswillcoveralternativefiringmethods,varioussurfaceembellishments,moldmakinganddistinctivefinishingprocesses.Understandtheinfluenceofcultureonceramicartandmeasureitsimpactonyourownwork

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COMPUTERART FirstSemesterorSecondSemesterCourseLength:1Semester Grade:9,10,11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:IntrotoVisualArtforgrade9(HumanitiesorElective) Fee:$10.00

Want to expand your art skills using the computer? Computers aren’t just for typing reports. Earn your computercreditinanartclass!Studentswillgainabasicunderstandingofcomputerproducedartandgraphicimages.Thismayinclude,but is not limited to, fine art graphics, graphic design, typography, animation,web design, and creating art for advertising.Included in thecoursewillbeanoverviewofAdobePhotoshopand Illustrator, thestandard foracomputergraphiccareer.Appreciationofcomputer-generatedartwillbeincorporatedintothecourse.COMPUTERART2 FirstSemesterorSecondSemesterCourseLength:1Semester Grade:10,11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:ComputerArt1(HumanitiesorElective) Fee:$10.00

Nowmorphtheskillsyoulearnedinthebeginningcomputerartcoursebydiggingdeeper intographicstechnology.Some of the deeper skills to be gained in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and other software programs are: mesh layers,blending, channels,maskingandadvance layering. Earn your computeror art credit bydrawing,painting,or collageon thecomputer.

COMPUTERART3 SecondSemesterCourseLength:1Semester Grade:10,11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:ComputerArt2(HumanitiesorElective) Fee:$10.00 Youcansupportyourselfwhilecreatingart!Whetheryouwanttobeacommercialartistorafineartist,acareerinart using the computer is possible. Youwill learn to research, design and layout your ideaswithin the confinesof the artstudio. See the connection between fine art and commercial art fields. Presentations, portfolios, artist’s statements andgeneralmarketingskillswillbecovered.DRAWING1 FirstSemesterorSecondSemesterCourseLength:1Semester Grade:9,10,11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:IntrotoVisualArtforgrade9(HumanitiesorElective) Fee:$20.00

Love todraw? Wishyoucoulddraw? Buildyourdrawing skillsby lookingatanddrawing realobjectsandspaces.Learntousevariousdrawingtools,surfaces,andtechniques.Usetheseskillstoshareyourideaswithotherbydrawingfromyourimagination.Classroomactivitieswillconcentrateuponcontour,gesture,massandperspectivedrawings.DRAWING2 FirstSemesterorSecondSemesterCourseLength:1Semester Grade:10,11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:Drawing1(HumanitiesorElective) Fee:$20.00

Expand you drawing skills and use a wider range ofmedia: pen and ink, colored pencil, pastels, charcoal, conte,crayon,graphiteandmarkers. Exploreyoucreativitybyinvestigatingstylesofmasterandcontemporaryartists. Thiscoursealsoallowsyoutoexperimentwithmediaandstyles.Tryyourhandatabstraction,surrealismandexpressionism.DRAWING3 SecondSemesterCourseLength:1Semester Grade:10,11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:Drawing2(HumanitiesorElective) Fee:$20.00

Makeyourownmarkontheworld!Drawfrominfluencesandresourcesfromaroundtheglobe.Useyourmasteryofdrawingtechniquesandmediawhileexploringformsfromdirectobservation.Learntoexpresswhatyouwanttosayinyourartandexploreavarietyofstylesandartists. Whatinfluencesyou?Howdoyouexpressthat?Developyourownpersonalaesthetic.

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PAINTING1 FirstSemesterCourseLength:1Semester Grade:9,10,11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:IntrotoVisualArtforgrade9(HumanitiesorElective) Fee:$40.00

Discoveraworldofcolor. Explorepaintingbymixingyourownhuesandworkingwithprimarilywetmedia. Learnabouttraditionalandexperimentalpaintingtechniques,tools,andsurfaces.Materialsusedmayincludetempera,watercolor,acrylic, andoil. Composition, color theory,anddevelopment skillswillbeemphasized. Uncover the secretsof themastersthroughthestudyofpaintingthroughoutarthistory.

PAINTING2 SecondSemesterCourseLength:1Semester Grade:10,11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:Painting1(HumanitiesorElective) Fee:$40.00

Ispaintingonlydoneonpaper? If youanswered“No” then this is theclass foryou! Learn to constructyourownsurface bymaking your own stretched canvas. Also use alternativemethods for surface preparations such as painting onboards,paperandothernon-traditionalsurfaces.Historicalandculturalaspectswillbeexplored.PHOTOGRAPHY1:DIGITAL FirstSemesterorSecondSemesterCourseLength:1Semester Grade:10,11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:Studentsmust(HumanitiesorElective) haveaccesstoanSLRorBridgedigitalcamerafor theentiresemester Fee:$40.00 Does your newdigital camera scare you? Conquer your fears and take control of your images! Learnhowdigitalcamerasoperate.Thiscoursewillcovercameraoperations,fundamentalsoflighting,propercomposition,makingexposuresandusingAdobePhotoshop.Beginwithblackandwhiteimagesandworkyourwayintocolorimages.Studentswillexplorethepotentialsofcomputersandsoftwareindevelopingtheirimageryandideas.PHOTOGRAPHY2:DIGITAL FirstSemesterorSecondSemesterCourseLength:1Semester Grade:10,11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:Studentsmust(HumanitiesorElective) haveaccesstoanSLRorBridgedigitalcamerafor theentiresemester Fee:$40.00 Nowthatyouareshootinglikeaprolearnhowtocreateimagesthataprowouldenvy.Continuetolearnhowthedigital SLRcameraoperatesusingavarietyof lenses. Shooting indoorsandoutdoorsa focuswillbeprovidedusingmacro,telephoto,andotherlenses.Thephotoisjustthebeginning;usePhotoshoptoalteryourexistingimages.Bringyourcreativesidetothisclass JEWELRY1 FirstSemesterorSecondSemesterCourseLength:1Semester Grade:9,10,11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:IntrotoVisualArtforgrade9(HumanitiesorElective) Fee:$35.00 Bling!Bling!Thisclassinvolvesthedesignandcreationofjewelryandothermetalart.Youwillcreatecontemporaryjewelry from various metals, stones and experimental materials. Students will use jewelry tools for the traditional basicprocessesof sawing,piercing, filing, soldering,annealing, forming, cleaningandpolishingmetal. Emphasiswillbeonsoundcreativedesignandfinecraftsmanship.Thisclassrocks!SCULPTURE1 FirstSemesterorSecondSemesterCourseLength:1Semester Grade:9,10,11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:IntrotoVisualArtforgrade9(HumanitiesorElective) Fee:$35.00 Occupyrealspace! Constructthree-dimensional forms inclay,wood,plaster,paper,wire,metal,andmixedmedia.Learn the four processes of casting, carving,modeling and assemblage. Sculpture is a tactile and physical experience thatallowsyoutoworkwithavarietyoftools.

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CAREERandTECHNICALEDUCATIONEDUCATIONALPHILOSOPHY

Career and Technical Education at Thomas B Doherty High School offers to all students an opportunity to acquire

marketablejobskills,occupationalknowledgeandpositiveattitudesforenteringtheworldofworkand/orenteringintopost-

secondary study. In order to provide these opportunities a variety of skill training classes are offered. Programs are kept

current basedon feasibility studies anddirect input fromarea advisoryboards representingbusiness and industry. Courses

teach work place basics necessary to succeed in any occupation or career (such as critical thinking, practical application,

teamwork, and problem solving). Students are taught to conduct themselves in amanner expected of an employee by an

employer.Studentsareguidedanddirectedthroughtheprocessofcreatingapurpose, focus,anddirectionfortheir future.

Theseofferingsallowstudents todevelopabelief in thedignityofwork,prideofaccomplishment,strongworkethic,anda

desiretolearn.Careerandtechnicaleducationproducesstudentswithtransferableskillsforoccupationsrequiringcontinuous

upgrading. Career and technical education recognizes the need for emphasizing both the academic and occupational

components of the educational process and strives to maintain a positive relationship with the core class teachers thus

assistinginthedevelopmentofthewholestudent.

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CAREERandTECHNICALEDUCATIONOBJECTIVES

1. Allprogramsplaceemphasisontechnicalskills,employability,andappliedacademics.2. Allprogramsassessstudents’progressthroughcompetencyachievementinareasofemployability,

computation,communication,andtechnicalskills.3. Allprogramscollaboratewithcoreclassinstructorstoincorporateandenhancecoreeducationcompetence.4. Programsofferacommunity-basededucationcomponentforstudentlearningintheworkplace.

CAREERANDTECHNICALEDUCATIONAREASOFSTUDY

• APPLIEDTECHNOLOGY

o Architecture

o Engineering

o ComputerScience

o AutomotiveTechnologies

• BUSINESSEDUCATION

o Business/Finance

o Marketing

o DigitalMedia

• FAMILYANDCONSUMERSCIENCES

o Catering

o Education

• ALTERNITIVECOOPRATIVEEDUCATION

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CAREERandTECHNICALEDUCATIONAPPLIEDTECHNOLOGY



TheonerequiredcreditofPracticalArtsmaybefulfilledbyanyoftheclassesintheAppliedTechnologydepartment.Thefollowingclassescanalsobeusedtofulfillthe11creditsofelectivecreditrequiredforgraduation.ArchitecturalDrawing1,2;3,4AutomotiveTechnology1,2CivilEngineering&Architecture1,2ComputerScienceEssentials1,2ComputerSciencePrinciples1,2DigitalElectronics1,2IntroductiontoEngineeringDesign1,2PrinciplesofEngineering1,2TechnicalDrawingVocationalTechnology—AutomotiveTechnicianTheonerequiredcreditofComputerEducationmaybefulfilledby:AnyProjectLeadtheWayPre-EngineeringClassArchitecturalDrawing1,2;3,4TechnicalDrawing

Thefollowingcoursescanbeusedtofulfilltherequirementfor2unitsofAcademicElectives(2years/4semesters):AnyHonors,AdvancedPlacement,InternationalBaccalaureate,orcollege-levelcourses.ArchitecturalDrawing1,2;3,4CivilEngineering&Architecture1,2ComputerScienceEssentials1,2ComputerSciencePrinciples1,2DigitalElectronics1,2IntroductiontoEngineeringDesign1,2PrinciplesofEngineering1,2VocationalTechnology—AutomotiveTechnician

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DohertyHighSchoolAppliedTechnologyArchitecturePlanofStudy

PrincipalKevinGardner

SupervisingAssistantPrincipalLanaFlenniken

InstructorJeffNeumeyerAdamTruex

Grade CoreCurriculum PathwayCurriculum CollegeCourseEquivalents9th Physical,Earth,&SpaceScience

(2)English1,2(2)Algebra1,2(2)PE(1)WorldHistory(2)ForeignLanguage(2)

TechnicalDrawing

CAD101ComputerAidedDrafting3PPCCCredits

10th Biology(2)English3,4(2)Geometry1,2(2)USHistory(2)PE(1)/Health(1)ForeignLanguage(2)

ArchitecturalDrawing1ArchitecturalDrawing2

AEC101BasicArchitecturalDrawing4PPCCCredits

11th English5,6(2)Algebra3,4(2)Chemistry/Physics(2)Government(1)/SSElective(1)PhysicalEducation(1)++Elective

ArchitecturalDrawing3ArchitecturalDrawing4

AEC102ResidentialArchitecture4PPCCCredits

12th English7/8(2)MathAnalysis/Trig.(2)Economics(1)++Elective

**CivilEngineering/Architecture CAD224Revit3PPCCCreditsor

ENGR1506CivilEngr.AndArchitecture3UCCSCredits

Abovelistedcoursesaretheminimumrequirements,honorsand/orAdvancedPlacementcoursesinMathandScienceareidealbutnotrequired.

* Twoyearsofthesameworldlanguagearerequiredtoattendafour-yearuniversityinColorado. UniversityofColoradorequires3years.** IndicatesProjectLeadtheWayclasswhicharealsoarticulatedwiththeUniversityofColoradoatColoradoSprings.++ ElectivesconsistofclassesfromthefollowingdepartmentsArt,Business,FamilyandConsumerSciences.Inaddition

tothepathwaycoursessuggestedelectiveare:Entrepreneurship(BusinessManagement)and/orFreehandDrawing.

CareerandTechnologyStudentOrganization:TechnologyStudentAssociation

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APPLIEDTECHNOLOGY–ARCHITECTURETECHNICALDRAWING FirstorSecondSemesterCourseLength:1Semester Grade:9,10,11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:None(ComputerEducation,PracticalArtsorElective) Fee:$5.00

Thiscourseisdesignedtointroducestudentstothesystemsandtoolsthathigh-tech.industriesusetocommunicate.Emphasisisplacedonsketching,orthographicviews,sections,isometricandobliquedrawing,workingdrawings,architecturaldrawings, dimensioning and line quality. This course is recommended for all students and especially for students planningcareers as engineers, architects, machinists and any related scientific area. The AutoCAD Computer Aided Drafting (CAD)systemwillbeutilized.ThiscoursecanbetakenforPikesPeakCommunityCollegecreditwithanadditionalregistrationfee.ThiscoursewouldbethesameastakingCAD101atPPCC.ARCHITECTURALDRAWING1,2 FullYearCourseLength:2Semesters Grade:10,11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:SuccessfulCompletion(ComputerEducation,PracticalArtsorElective) ofArchitecturalDrawing1 Fee:$20.00

ThemajorfocusinArchitecturalDrawing1,2willberesidentialarchitecture.Instructionisgivenonbedroomlayout,bathroom layout, kitchen layout, wall framing, wall sections, stair details, floor plan layout, and elevations. Additionalinstructionwillbedoneinbasicresidentialplanning,wood-frameconstruction,basicelementsofworkingdrawings,andcoderequirements. ArchitecturalDrawing 1, 2 is recommended for all studentswho are interested in architecture, construction,building trades, and especially the college-bound student planning on being an architect or for the student interested inlearningaboutarchitecturalconstructiontobecomeawiserconsumer.AutoCADwillbeutilized.ThiscoursecanbetakenforPikesPeakCommunityCollegecreditwithanadditionalregistrationfee.ARCHITECTURALDRAWING3,4 FullYearCourseLength:2Semesters Grade:11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:SuccessfulCompletion(ComputerEducation,PracticalArtsorElective) ofArchitecturalDrawing2

Fee:$20.00Thiscoursecontinueswithpresentationorworkingdrawingsandwood-frameconstruction.Itincludesinstructionon

detailing, structural framing, use of refinedmaterials, special sectioning, and cabinet layout. In addition, instructionwill begiven on commercial building designs, such items as fire codes, handicapped structures and fixtures, zoning, and buildingmaterials. It is recommended that students who are planning a career in architecture take all four architectural drawingcourses. AutoCAD will be utilized. This course can be taken for Pikes Peak Community College credit with an additionalregistrationfee.

CIVILENGINEERING&ARCHITECTURE1,2H FullYear(ProjectLeadtheWay)CourseLength:2Semesters Grade:11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:Concurrentenrollment(ComputerEducation,PracticalArtsorElective) incollegepreparatorymathematics orArchitecturalDrawing4

Fee:$20.00ThemajorfocusoftheCivilEngineeringandArchitecturecourseisalong-termprojectthatinvolvesthedevelopment

of a local property site.As students learn about various aspects of civil engineering andarchitecture, they applywhat theylearn to thedesignanddevelopmentof thisproperty.This course is intended to serveasa specializationcoursewithin theProjectLeadtheWaypre-engineeringsequence.

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DohertyHighSchoolAppliedTechnologyEngineeringPlanofStudy


SupervisingAssistantPrincipalLanaFlennikenInstructor(s)JeffNeumeyerFloydAkerAdamTruex

CharmynNeumeyer

Grade CoreCurriculum PathwayCurriculum CollegeCourseEquivalents9th PhysicalScience/Biology

Honors(2)English1,2orHonors1,2(2)Algebra1,2or+Geometry1,2Honors(2)PE(2)*ForeignLanguage(2)WorldHistory(2)

**IntroductiontoEngineeringDesign(IED)Honors

IntroductiontoComputerScience(1Semester)

ENGR1503IntrotoEngineeringDesign2UCCSCredits

CAD240Inventor13PPCCCredits

10th Biology/Chemistry(2)English3,4orHonors3,4(2)Geometry1,2or+HonorsAlgebra3,4(2)*ForeignLanguage(2)USHistory(2)PE(1)Health(1)

**PrinciplesofEngineering(POE)Honors

ENGR1502PrinciplesofEngineering3UCCSCredits

11th English5,6orHonors5,6(2)Algebra3,4or+Pre-Calculus(2)Chemistry/Physics(2)Government(1)SocialStudies(1)++Elective

**CivilEngineering/ArchitectureHonors

or**DigitalElectronicsHonors

CEAENGR1506CivilEngr.&Architecture

3UCCSCreditsCAD224Revit3PPCCCredits

DEENGR1411DigitalElectronics

3UCCSCreditsELT147DigitalDevices1

3PPCCCredits12th English7,8orHonors7,8(2)

MathAnalysis/Trigonometryor+Calculus(2)*Physics/APScienceEconomics(1)++Elective

**CivilEngineering/ArchitectureHonors

or**DigitalElectronicsHonors

CEAENGR1506CivilEngr.&Architecture

3UCCSCreditsCAD224Revit3PPCCCredits

DEENGR1411DigitalElectronics

3UCCSCreditsELT147DigitalDevices1

3PPCCCredits

Abovelistedcoursesaretheminimumrequirements,Honorsand/orAdvancePlacementcoursesinMathandScienceareidealbutnotrequired.

* Twoyearsofthesameforeignlanguagearerequiredtoattendafour-yearuniversityinColorado.UniversityofColoradorequires3years.

** IndicatesProjectLeadtheWayclasswhichisalsoarticulatedwiththeUniversityofColoradoatColoradoSprings.+ Preferredmathsequence.++ ElectivesconsistofclassesfromthefollowingdepartmentsArt,Business,FamilyandConsumerSciences.Inadditiontothepathway

coursessuggestedelectiveare:Entrepreneurship(BusinessManagement)and/orFreehandDrawing.CareerandTechnologyStudentOrganization:TechnologyStudentAssociation

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APPLIEDTECHNOLOGY–ENGINEERINGINTRODUCTIONtoENGINEERINGDESIGN1,2H FullYear(ProjectLeadtheWay)CourseLength:2Semesters Grade:9,10,11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:Concurrentenrollment(ComputerEducation,PracticalArtsorElective) incollegepreparatorymathematics Fee:$20.00

IEDisanintroductorycourse,whichdevelopsstudentproblemsolvingskills,withemphasisplacedupontheconceptofdevelopinga3-Dmodelorsolidrenderingofanobject.Studentsfocusontheapplicationofvisualizationprocessesandtoolsprovidedbymodernstate-of-the-artcomputerhardwareandsoftware (AutoCadwithMechanicalDesktop).Thecoursewillemphasizethedesignanddevelopmentprocessesofaproductandhowamodelof thatproduct isproduced,analyzedandevaluated, using a Computer AidedDesign System. Various design applicationswill be exploredwith discussion of possiblecareeropportunities.Collegecreditisavailableforthisclass(seeteacherordepartmentchairfordetails).PRINCIPLESofENGINEERING1,2H FullYear(ProjectLeadtheWay)CourseLength:2Semesters Grade:10,11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:Geometry,acollegeboundscience(ComputerEducation,PracticalArtsorElective) andIntroductiontoEngineeringDesign1,2

Fee:$20.00Principles of Engineering is a course that helps students understand the field of engineering. By exploring various

technology systems and processes, students learn how engineers and technicians usemath, science and technology,whileutilizing a hands-on engineering problem solving process to design solutions to problems. College credit is available uponcompletionofcourse(seeteacherordepartmentchairfordetails).CIVILENGINEERING&ARCHITECTURE1,2H FullYear(ProjectLeadtheWay)CourseLength:2Semesters Grade:11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:Concurrentenrollment(ComputerEducation,PracticalArtsorElective) incollegepreparatorymathematics orArchitecturalDrawing4

Fee:$20.00ThemajorfocusoftheCivilEngineeringandArchitecturecourseisalong-termprojectthatinvolvesthedevelopment

of a local property site.As students learn about various aspectsof civil engineering andarchitecture, they applywhat theylearn to thedesignanddevelopmentof thisproperty.This course is intended to serveasa specializationcoursewithin theProjectLeadtheWaypre-engineeringsequence.DIGITALELECTRONICS1,2H FullYear(ProjectLeadtheWay)CourseLength:2Semesters Grade:11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:Concurrentenrollmentincollege(ComputerEducation,PracticalArtsorElective) preparatorymathematicsorPrinciplesofEngineering Fee:$25.00

DigitalElectronics isacoursedesigned toprovidestudentswithabasicunderstandingofelectroniccomponentsaswell as use of digital logic. Students begin by learning about the functions of basic electronic components, methods ofconnection,andarrangementof thesecomponents toperformvarious functions.Studentswill then learnhowtomaneuverfromawordproblem(adesiredsetofconditions),tothedesignofanelectroniclogiccircuit,thenusingsoftwaretosimulatethe circuit and finally using actual components to prototype the circuit to perform the desired function. College credit isavailableforthisclass(seeteacherordepartmentchairfordetails).

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INTROTOCOMPUTERSCIENCE(ICS,0.5Year) FirstSemesterorSecondSemester(ProjectLeadtheWay)CourseLength:1Semesters Grade:9CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:None(ComputerEducation,PracticalArtsorElective) Designedtobethefirstcomputersciencecourseforstudentswhohaveneverprogrammedbefore,ICSisanoptimalstartingpointforthePLTWComputerScienceprogram.StudentsworkinteamstocreateappsformobiledevicesusingMITAppInventor®.Theyexploretheimpactofcomputinginsocietyandbuildskillsindigitalcitizenshipandcybersecurity.Beyondlearning the fundamentalsofprogramming, studentsbuild computational thinking skillsbyapplying computer science to cocollaboration tools, modeling and simulation, and data analysis. In addition, students transfer the understanding ofprogramminggained inAppInventortotext-basedprogramming inPython®andapplytheirknowledgetocreatealgorithmsforgamesofchanceandstrategy.COMPUTERSCIENCEESSENTIALS1,2H FullYear(ProjectLeadtheWay)CourseLength:1Semesters Grade:9,10,11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:Concurrentenrollmentincollege(ComputerEducation,PracticalArtsorElective) preparatorymathematics Fee:$20.00

In Computer Science Essentials students will experience the major topics, big ideas, and computational thinkingpracticesusedbycomputingprofessionals tosolveproblemsandcreatevalue forothers. Theywilluseavisualprograminglanguage and advance to text-based programming. Throughout the course, students will have opportunities to applycomputationalthinkingpracticesandcollaboratejustascomputingprofessionalsdotocreateproductsthataddresstopicsandproblems important to them. The course will recognize the diversity of students’ prior knowledge in computer science,welcomingstudentswithlimitedknowledgebutalsochallengingthosewithpreviouscomputerscienceexperience.COMPUTERSCIENCEPRINCIPLES1,2H FullYear(ProjectLeadtheWay)CourseLength:1Semesters Grade:10,11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:ComputerScienceEssentials;concurrent

enrollmentincollege(ComputerEducation,PracticalArtsorElective) preparatorymathematics Fee:$20.00 Using Python ® as a primary tool and incorporatingmultiple platforms and languages for computation, this courseaims to develop computational thinking, generate excitement about career paths that utilized computing and introduceprofessional tools that foster creativity and collaboration. While this course can be a student’s first in computer science,studentswithoutprior computingexperienceareencouraged to startwithComputer ScienceEssentials. Computer SciencePrinciples helps students develop programming expertise and explore theworkings of the Internet. Projects and problemsincludeappdevelopment,visualizationofdata,cyber-security,andsimulation.COMPUTERSCIENCEA FullYear(ProjectLeadtheWay)CourseLength:1Semesters Grade:11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:ComputerScienceEssentials;concurrent(ComputerEducation,PracticalArtsorElective) enrollmentincollegepreparatorymathematics Fee:$20.00 ComputerScienceAfocusesonfurtherdevelopingcomputationalthinkingskillsthroughthemediumofAndroid™Appdevelopment formobileplatforms. The courseutilizes industry-standard tools suchasAndroid Studio, Java™programminglanguage,XML,anddeviceemulators.Studentswillcollaboratetocreateoriginalsolutionstoproblemsoftheirownchoosingby designing and implementing user interfaces and Web based databases. This course aligns with the AP CS A course.ComputerSciencewillempower,YOU,thestudent,tobecomeacreator,insteadofsimplyaconsumer,ofthetechnologyyouusedaily.Asastudentyouwillbeseeingyourlearningconnecttotherealworld.This course is endorsed by the College Board, giving students the opportunity to take the AP exam for college credits.

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DohertyHighSchoolAppliedTechnologyAutomotivePlanofStudy


SupervisingAssistantPrincipalLanaFlenniken

InstructorBradWheaton

Grade CoreCurriculum PathwayCurriculum PPCCCreditCourses9th Physical,Earth,&Space

Science(2)English1,2(2)Algebra1,2(2)PE(1)WorldHistory(2)ForeignLanguage(2)

AutomotiveTechnology1 ASE102IntroductiontotheAutomotiveShop2PPCCCredits

10th Biology(2)English3,4(2)Geometry1,2(2)USHistory(2)PE(1)/Health(1)ForeignLanguage(2)

AutomotiveTechnology2

11th English5,6(2)Algebra3,4(2)Chemistry/Physics(2)Government(1)/SSElective(1)PhysicalEducation(1)++Elective

VocationalAutomotive(2yearprogram,start11thgrade)

ToBeDeterminedonacasebycase,basedonspecificcompetenciesvalidatedbythecourseinstructor

12th English7,8(2)MathAnalysis/Trig.(2)Economics(1)++Elective

VocationalAutomotive(2yearprogram,complete12th

grade)

ToBeDeterminedonacasebycase,basedonspecificcompetenciesvalidatedbythecourseinstructor

Abovelistedcoursesaretheminimumrequirements,honorsand/orAdvancePlacementcoursesinMathareidealbutnotrequired.

* Twoyearsofthesameworldlanguagearerequiredtoattendafour-yearuniversityinColorado. UniversityofColoradorequires3years.++ ElectivesconsistofclassesfromthefollowingdepartmentsArt,Business,FamilyandConsumerSciences.Inaddition

tothepathwaycoursessuggestedelectiveare:IntroductiontoBusinessandEntrepreneurship(BusinessManagement).

CareerandTechnologyStudentOrganization:SkillsUSA

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APPLIEDTECHNOLOGY–AUTOMOTIVE

AUTOMOTIVETECHNOLOGY1 FirstSemesterorSecondSemesterLength:1Semester Grade:9,10(11,12ifspaceisavailable)CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:None(PracticalArtsorElective) Fee:$15.00

Thiscourseincludesintroductoryleveltechnicalinstructionpertainingtomostsystemsofthemodernautomobile.Itis primarily designed to provide basic skills and knowledge to the potential vehicle operator. The "how’s and when’s" tomaintainvehicles,alongwithconsumer information,are instructionalareasofemphasis.Thiscourse ishighlyrecommendedfor ALL students intending to drive and is the prerequisite for sophomores who desire to become vocational technologyautomotivetechnicians.AUTOMOTIVETECHNOLOGY2 FirstSemesterorSecondSemesterCourseLength:1Semester Grade:10(11,12ifspaceisavailable)CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:AutoTech1(PracticalArtsorElective) Fee:$15.00

Auto2 isacontinuationofAuto1withadditionalskill training.Thiscourse includes instruction intheoryandrepairtowardadvancedlevelcomponentsandsystemsoftheautomobile.IndepthOSHASafetytrainingandsafetyregulationswithdeeper emphasis on shopmanagement, customer relations, service writing, estimating and service consultant. Additionaltraining toward parts inventory and service parts operational systems. Additional training on Pre delivery, safety and tripinspections,newautomotivetechnologyreviewandpreparation.VOCATIONALTECHNOLOGY--AUTOMOTIVETECHNICIAN FullYear CourseLength:2Semesters Grade:11,12CreditperSemester:2.0or3.0 Prerequisite:Teacherapproval;Auto1,2Length:2Years(PracticalArtsorElective) (AvocationalcertificatemaybeobtainedinVocational AutoMechanics) Fee:$30.00

Thiscourseisdesignedforthosestudentswhohavedemonstratedaninterestintheautomotiveindustryandrelatedoccupations.Itistwo(2)yearsindurationandutilizescompetency-basedinstructionintwelve(12)majorareas.Studentswillreceive training at the pre-apprentice level and will have developed a foundation for entry-level employment or furtherschooling/training. Hands-on-training will be emphasized through mock-ups, training simulators, and actual vehicles toenhanceskillsandaptitudes.

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BUSINESS/MARKETING/DIGITALMEDIAEDUCATION

DISTRICT11

GRADUATIONREQUIREMENTS


TheonerequiredcreditofPracticalArtscanbefulfilledbyanyoftheclassesintheBusiness/Marketing/Media&Technologydepartment.Thefollowingclassescanalsobeusedtofulfillthe11creditsofelectivecreditrequiredforgraduation:Accounting1,2(H)AdvancedVideoProduction1,2(H)BroadcastVideoProduction1,2(H)BusinessandMarketingEssentialsComputerApplicationsEntrepreneurship1,2PersonalandFinancialLeadershipMarketingandAdvertising1,2VideoProduction1,2(H)WebsiteDesign1,2TheonerequiredcreditofComputerEducationmaybefulfilledby:ComputerApplicationsWebsiteDesign1,2

CollegeCreditAvailablefor:Accounting1,2(H)AdvancedVideoProduction1,2(H)BusinessandMarketingEssentialsPersonalandFinancialLeadershipMarketingandAdvertising1,2PersonalandFinancialLeadershipVideoProduction1,2(H)Entrepreneurship1,2 Certificationsavailablefor:Accounting1,2(H)WebsiteDesign1,2

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DohertyHighSchoolBusiness/Marketing/DigitalMediaBusinessPlanofStudy


SupervisingAssistantPrincipalLanaFlennikenInstructorsDaveMicci

MollyBonvilleCharmynNeumeyer

BruceCole

Grade CoreCurriculum PathwayCurriculum CollegeCourseName9th PhysicalScience/BiologyHonors

(2)English1,2(2)Algebra1,2or+Geometry1,2H(2)PE(2)*WorldLanguage(2)WorldHistory(2)

PersonalandFinance

Leadership

FIN1063PPCCCredits

10th Biology/Chemistry(2)English3,4(2)Geometry1,2or+AlgebraH(2)*WorldLanguage(2)USHistory(2)PE(1)Health(1)

Business&MarketingEssentials

BUS1153PPCCCredits

11th English5,6(2)Algebra3,4or+Pre-Calculus(2)Chemistry/Physics(2)Government(1)SocialStudies(1)++Elective

Accounting1,2(H)

3PPCCCreditsACCT105

BookkeepingandQuickbooksTaxPreparation

CertificationAvailable

12th English7,8(2)MathAnalysis/Trigonometryor+Calculus(2)*Physics/APScienceEconomics(1)++Elective

Entrepreneurship1,2

+ Preferredmathsequence.* TwoyearsofthesameworldlanguagearerequiredtoattendafouryearuniversityinColorado. UniversityofColoradorequires3years.++ ElectivesconsistofclassesfromthefollowingdepartmentsArt,Business,FamilyandConsumerSciences

CareerandTechnologyStudentOrganization:FutureBusinessLeadersofAmerica(FBLA)

Future Business Leaders of America

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DohertyHighSchoolBusiness/Marketing/DigitalMediaMarketingPlanofStudy


SupervisingAssistantPrincipalLanaFlennikenInstructorsDaveMicciBruceCole

MollyBonville

Grade CoreCurriculum PathwayCurriculum CollegeCourseName9th PhysicalScience/BiologyHonors(2)

English1,2(2)Algebra1,2or+Geometry1,2H(2)PE(2)*WorldLanguage(2)WorldHistory(2)

PersonalandFinanceLeadership

FIN1063PPCCCredits


Business&MarketingEssentials

BUS1153PPCCCredits


Marketing1,2

MAR2163PPCCCredits


Entrepreneurship1,2

+ Preferredmathsequence.* Twoyearsofthesameworldlanguagearerequiredtoattendafouryearuniversityin Colorado. UniversityofColoradorequires3years.++ ElectivesconsistofclassesfromthefollowingdepartmentsArt,Business,FamilyandConsumerSciences

CareerandTechnologyStudentOrganization:DECA

Association of Marketing Students Association

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DohertyHighSchoolBusiness/Marketing/DigitalMediaDigitalMediaPlanofStudy


SupervisingAssistantPrincipalLanaFlennikenInstructors

MollyBonvilleCharmynNeumeyer

DaveMicciBruceCole

Grade CoreCurriculum PathwayCurriculum CollegeCourseName9th PhysicalScience/BiologyHonors

(2)English1,2(2)Algebra1,2or+Geometry1,2H(2)PE(2)*WorldLanguage(2)WorldHistory(2)

ComputerApplications


VideoProduction1,2(H)

MGD164DigitalVideoEditingI3PPCCCredits


AdvancedVideoProduction1,2

WebsiteDesign1,2

MGD164DigitalVideoEditingI3PPCCCredits

CertificationAvailable


BroadcastVideoProduction1,2(SpartanOutlookTV)

+ Preferredmathsequence.* TwoyearsofthesameworldlanguagearerequiredtoattendafouryearuniversityinColorado.Universityof

Coloradorequires3years.++ ElectivesconsistofclassesfromthefollowingdepartmentsArt,Business,FamilyandConsumerSciences

CareerandTechnologyStudentOrganization:ColoradoCreativeCareers

Colorado Creative Careers

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BUSINESS/MARKETING/DIGITALMEDIAEDUCATION

ACCOUNTING1,2 FullYearHonorsCreditAvailableCourseLength:2Semesters Grade:10,11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:InstructorApproval(PracticalArtsorElective) *Fee:$40.00forFBLA

Thepurposeofthecourseistogivestudentsabroadbackgroundofthebasicaccountingprinciplesandprocedures,topreparestudentsforabeginningbookkeepingoraccountingpositioninbusiness,andtopreparecollege-boundstudentsforfurther study in the field of accounting. Computers are used to introduce students to spreadsheets and computerizedaccounting.Studentswilllearntoplan,keep,analyze,andinterpretthefinancialrecordsofvariousbusinesses.Jobsimulationprojectsproviderealisticjobexperience.Automatedaccountingactivitiesareincluded.Honorscreditisavailableforthisclass.College credit is available upon completionof course,with anAor B grade, and exam. Bookkeeping,Quickbooks, and Taxpreparationcertificationsavailable;seeinstructorformoredetails.Accountingstudentsare*ParticipationinFutureBusinessLeadersofAmerica(FBLA)isrequired.DuesforFBLAare$40.00.FBLAisaco-curricularstudentorganization.EnrollinginthiscourseandjoiningFBLAenablesstudentstoparticipateinFBLAcompetitiveevents.ADVANCEDVIDEOPRODUCTION1,2 FullYearHonorsCreditAvailableCourseLength:2Semesters Grade:11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:GradeofBorbetterin(PracticalArtsorElective) VideoProduction1,2andInstructorApproval. *Fee:$10.00

This course builds on the skills developed by students in Video Production. It is a laboratory-workshop class ofstudents who produce Spartan Outlook TV, Doherty’s videomagazine, which is broadcast to the school bi-weekly, and onChannel 16, the D-11 cable channel. The duties of the students include writing, videotaping, editing, and performing insegmentsthatincludenews,skits,eventsandpersonalitiesconnectedtolifeatschool.Studentswillbeexpectedtoproducebothindividuallyandingroups.Thiscourseisappropriateforstudentswhoarepreparingforcareersincommunicationsandmediaproduction,aswellforthosewhowanttodevelopadvancedcommunicationandcollaborationskillsthatarevaluableincollegeaswellasintheworkplace.Availableforhonorscredit.ParticipationinColoradoCreativeCareersisrequired.Therearenoduesrequiredtobeamember.BUSINESSandMARKETINGESSENTIALS1,2 FullYearCourseLength:2Semesters Grade:10,11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:None(PracticalArtsorElective) *Fee:$40.00forFBLAor$40.00forDECA

AreyouthinkingaboutacareerinBusiness?Everyoneworksinsomesortofbusinessandneedstounderstandhowthebusinessenvironmentworks.Thisclass isa foundationalclass foranystudent thinkingof takingotherbusinesscourses.Thisclassdevelopsstudentunderstandingandskills insuchareasasbusiness law,communicationskills,customerrelations,economics, emotional intelligence, financial analysis, human resources management, information management, marketingoperations, professional development, and strategic management. Through the use of projects and activities students willacquireanunderstandingandappreciationofthebusinessworld.*ParticipationinDECAorFBLAisrequired.DuesforDECAare$40.00and/orduesforFBLAare$40.00.

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BROADCASTVIDEOPRODUCTION1,2 FullYearHonorsCreditAvailableCourseLength:2Semesters Grade:12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:GradeofBorbetterin(PracticalArtsorElective) AdvancedVideoProduction1,2andInstructorApproval *Fee:$10.00

Thiscoursebuildsontheskillsdevelopedbystudents inAdvancedVideoProduction1-2.Third-yearstudents inthevideoprogramaretheseniorproducersofSpartanOutlookTV.Atthislevel,theymustmeethigherexpectationsforevaluatingsegmentsforinclusionintheshow,demonstratesuperiorcollaborationandleadershipskillsandacommitmenttobroadcastquality television production standards. Available for honors credit. Participation in Colorado Creative Careers is required.Therearenoduesrequiredtobeamember.COMPUTERAPPLICATIONS FirstSemesterorSecondSemesterCourseLength:1Semester Grade:9,10,11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:None(ComputerEducation,PracticalArtsorElective) *Fee:$5.00

StudentswilldevelopnecessaryskillsforproperhandlingandoperationofMicrosoftOfficeapplications:word,excel,publisher, and power point. This course is designed for students who do not wish to program the computer. Practicalapplications for personal andbusinessuseofMicrosoft office are stressed in the areasof data entry (keyboarding),moneymanagement,wordprocessing,graphicdesignandspreadsheets.Careerexplorationandplanningwillbeincorporatedinthiscourse.ENTREPRENEURSHIP1,2 FullYearCourseLength:2Semester Grade:12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:MarketingandAdvertising1,2or(PracticalArtorElective) Accounting1,2orInstructorApproval *Fee:$40.00forFBLAor$40.00forDECA

Entrepreneurship introduces students to a wide array of entrepreneurial concepts and skills, including the role ofentrepreneurship inoureconomy,entrepreneurialdiscoveryprocesses, ideation, andpreliminary start-upventureplanning.Studentsalsodevelopanappreciation formarketing’s pivotal role in thedevelopmentandsuccessofanewbusiness.Theybecome acquainted with channel management, pricing, product/service management, and promotion. Students conductthoroughmarketplanning for theirventures: selecting targetmarkets;conductingmarket,SWOT,andcompetitiveanalyses;forecasting sales; settingmarketing goals and objectives; selectingmarketingmetrics; and setting amarketing budget. Thecapstoneactivityinthecourseisthedevelopmentofdetailedbusinessplansforstudents’start-upbusinesses.*ParticipationinDECAorFBLAisrequired.DuesforDECAare$40.00and/orduesforFBLAare$40.00.PERSONALFINANCEandLEADERSHIP FullYearCourseLength:1Semester Grade:9,10,11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 (ShouldbetakenoppositesemesterofPersonal(PracticalArtsorElective) Finance) Prerequisite:None *Fee:$40.00forFBLAor$40.00forDECA

Leadersknowtheway,gottheway,andshowtheway.Thisclassdevelopsanunderstandingofwhatmakesyoutick.Youwilllearnaboutyourleadershipstyle,developpersonalmanagementskills,andsetacourseforyourlifethatwillempoweryou to excel in athletics, relationships and your career. Learn how to work with various personalities, develop your ownleadershipskills,andbecomeamoreeffectivecommunicator.

Successfulpeopledonotlettheirmoneymanagethem,theytelltheirmoneywhattodoforthem.Youwilllearnhowtoleadyourpersonalfinancessoyoucancreatepersonalwealthandmaintainthestandardoflivingyouexpect.Budgeting,investing, taxes, and financial planning are included in this class. This is a project base learning class. Students will beencouragedtoparticipateinDECAorFBLA.DuesforDECAare$40.00and/orduesforFBLAare$40.00.

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MARKETINGandADVERTISING1,2 FullYearCourseLength:2Semesters Grade:10,11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:None(PracticalArtsorElective) *Fee:$40.00forDECA

This course offers the student the opportunity to explore career possibilities and gain knowledge and skills inmarketingwith an emphasis on advertising, selling and career opportunities. Studentswill learn how to "do"marketing byapplying the seven functions of marketing: promotion, selling, product/service management, marketing-informationmanagement, pricing, distribution, and finance. Students interested in Advanced Marketing and the Marketing Internshipshould register for this courseduring their sophomoreor junioryear.Collegecredit is availableuponcompletionof course,withanAorBgrade.Enrollinginthiscourse,andjoiningDECA(required),enablesstudentstoparticipateinDECAcompetitiveevents.*ParticipationinDECAisrequired.DuesforDECAare$40.00.SPORTSandENTERTAINMENTMARKETING1 FirstSemesterorSecondSemesterCourseLength:1Semester Grade:9,10,11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:None(PracticalArtsorElective) *Fee:$40.00forFBLAor$40.00forDECA

SportsandEntertainmentMarketingisauniqueandinnovativecoursedesignedforstudentswithaninterest inthesportsandentertainmentindustry.Instructionalareaswillinclude:andorientationtothesportsandentertainmentindustry,economics, event execution, career opportunities, decisionmaking, eventmarketing, advertising and promotions, and legalaspects/contracts.Classroominstructionwillbereinforcedthroughtheuseofoutsidelectures,casestudies,possiblefieldtripexperiences,currentperiodicals,computersimulations,in-houseprojects/internships,andlecture/discussions.Anintegralpartof theprogram is theparticipation inour studentprofessionalorganization,DECAorFBLA. Studentswillbeencouraged toutilizedthecomputerlaboratoryfacilitiesonanindividualbasisandwillbeprovidedavarietyofopportunitiestolearnaboutmarketingthroughcasestudiesandsimulations.SPORTSandENTERTAINMENTMARKETING2 FirstSemesterorSecondSemesterCourseLength:1Semester Grade:9,10,11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:None(PracticalArtsorElective) *Fee:$40.00forFBLAor$40.00forDECA SportsandEntertainmentMarketingisauniqueandinnovativecoursedesignedforstudentswithaninterest inthesportsandentertainmentindustry.Instructionalareaswillinclude:andorientationtothesportsandentertainmentindustry,economics, event execution, career opportunities, decisionmaking, eventmarketing, advertising and promotions, and legalaspects/contracts.Classroominstructionwillbereinforcedthroughtheuseofoutsidelectures,casestudies,possiblefieldtripexperiences,currentperiodicals,computersimulations,in-houseprojects/internships,andlecture/discussions.Anintegralpartof theprogram is theparticipation inour studentprofessionalorganization,DECAorFBLA. Studentswillbeencouraged toutilizedthecomputerlaboratoryfacilitiesonanindividualbasisandwillbeprovidedavarietyofopportunitiestolearnaboutmarketingthroughcasestudiesandsimulations.VIDEOPRODUCTION1,2 FullYearHonorsCreditAvailableCourseLength:2Semesters Grade:10,11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:None(PracticalArtsorElective) *Fee:$10.00

Thisintroductorycourseisproject-basedandcollaborative.Thestudentsdemonstrateproficiencythroughavarietyofhands-onproductionsthatareshotonHDcamcorders,uploadedandeditedwithAdobePremiereProCS6orFinalCutPro—industry-standard videoeditingapplications—and finally exported intoausable format for the intendedaudience. Studentslearnandpracticeprofessionalvideoproductiontechniques,includingpreproduction,production,andpost-productionphases.Quality(ofaudio,lighting,shots,composition,effects,story,andediting)isstressedthroughoutthecourse.Studentswillalsoexplorethewaysvideocommunicateswithviewersandthemethodsbywhich itdoessoeffectively.Media literacy,projectplanning, and creative production are equally balanced. This course is appropriate for students preparing for careers incommunications andmedia production, aswell as for those studentswho desire to create personal videos of professionalquality. Introduction toVideoarticulates toPikesPeakCommunityCollege (MGD164)and iscollege-level inmanyrespects.ParticipationinColoradoCreativeCareersisrequired.Therearenoduesrequiredtobeamember.

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WEBSITEDESIGN1,2(H) FullYearCourseLength:2Semesters Grade:10,11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:ComputerApplicationsorInstructor(ComputerEducation,PracticalArts,orElective) Approval *Fee:$5.00*$40.00forFBLA

Thiscourseisfastpaceandrigorousasit leadstocertification. TheInternetisanextensivenetworkofinformationresources and is quickly being identified as an invaluable tool for business. The course emphasizes the development oftechnicalwritingskillsandexaminestheopportunitiesandapplicationsofmultimediafortheInternet.Thiscoursewillprovidestudentswithageneralunderstandingof computers,how the internetworks, thewebdesignprocess,how toacquirewebhostingandpublishtoit,andotherconceptsthatanywebdesignershouldbefamiliarwith.Studentswillbeintroducedtothebasicconceptsofgraphiceditingandhowtoprepareimagesforuseontheirwebpages. Theywillalso learnhowtocreatequality images fromscratchusing theconcepts thatarecommon inmostgraphicspackages. TheHTML5andCSSunitswillteachstudentsthebasicsofcreatingwebpages.TheadvancedHTML5unitwillincreasestudent’sskilllevelwhichwillallowthemtomoveintotheJavaScriptandPHPunits.Thiscoursewillpreparestudentstotakeawebdesigncertificationtestatnocosttothemwhichwillallowstudentstobecomewebsitedesigncertifiedwhileinhighschoolifthetestispassedwithan80%orhigher.*StudentswillbeencouragedtoparticipateinFBLA.DuesforFBLAare$40.00.

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FAMILY&CONSUMERSCIENCE



TheonerequiredcreditofPracticalArtsmaybefulfilledbyanyoftheclassesintheFamily&ConsumerSciencedepartment.Thefollowingclassescanalsobeusedtofulfillthe11creditsofelectivecreditrequiredforgraduation.CateringChildandAdolescentDevelopmentFoodScienceNutritionandWellnessLifeManagementInteriorDesignIntroductiontoTeachingthruTeacherCadet1,2HPro-Start1,2;3,4

Thefollowingcoursescanbeusedtofulfilltherequirementfor2unitsofAcademicElectives(2years/4semesters):AnyHonors,AdvancedPlacement,InternationalBaccalaureate,orcollege-levelcourses.IntroductiontoTeachingthruTeacherCadet1,2HPro-Start1,2;3,4

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DohertyHighSchoolFamilyandConsumerScienceCulinaryArtsPlanofStudy


SupervisingAssistantPrincipalLanaFlennikenInstructorsChrisFlemrBarbaraRohn

Grade CoreCurriculum PathwayCurriculum PostsecondaryOptions9th English1,2,

Algebra1,2orGeometry1,2PhysicalScience/EarthScience,WorldHistory1,2,PE

CulinaryNutritionNutritionandWellness

TheCulinaryArtsprogramsatCommunityCollegeswillarticulateupto12credits.DualcreditorPSEOmaybeavailableforcreditatfour-yearinstitutionsandColoradoCommunityColleges.

10th English3,4Algebra3,4,orGeometry3,4Biology1,2USHistory3,4,ForeignLanguage,PE/Health

FoodScience1/2Catering1/2

IndustryRecognizedCertificates/Licenses:ServSafeCertificateProStartNationalCertification

11th English5,6USGovernmentorSSElectiveHumanAnatomyorPhysicsForeignLanguage

ProStart1/2

SuggestedCTEElectives:LifeManagement

Accounting

12th EnglishElective(2),Economics,MathElective,ForeignLanguage

ProStart3/4

SuggestedCTEElectives:PsychologyMarketing


* TwoyearsofthesameforeignlanguagearerequiredtoattendafouryearuniversityinColorado.++ ElectivesconsistofclassesfromthefollowingdepartmentsArt,Business,FamilyandConsumerSciences.Inaddition

tothepathwaycoursessuggestedelectiveare:Entrepreneurship(BusinessManagement)

CareerandTechnologyStudentOrganization:Family,CareerandCommunityLeadersofAmerica(FCCLA)

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FAMILY&CONSUMERSCIENCE–CULINARYARTSFOODSCIENCEandNUTRITION1,2 FullYearCourseLength:1Semester Grade:10,11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:None(Science,PracticalArtsorElective) Fee:$50.00 What is thehiddenscience in foodpreparationandstorage? Howdoesyourdietaffectyourhealth? Whatcareerchoices are available in the food sciences field? This course involves concepts froma variety of sciences includingbiology,chemistry andphysics as they relate to individual diet andhealth. Using basic scientificmethods studentswill explore theproduction, processing, preparation, utilization and evaluation of food. Students will acquire knowledge of the essentialnutrients and their impact on the body. The class will enhance general math and technical writing skills through theorganization,presentationandanalysisofscientificdatagatheredinakitchenlabenvironment.NUTRITIONandWELLNESS FirstorSecondSemesterCourseLength:1Semester Grade:10,11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:None(PracticalArtsorElective) Fee:$25.00

Thiscourseisdesignedtoemphasizefoodsinrelationshiptototalwellness.Specialareasofinterestwillinclude:faddiets,idealweightandfitness,sportsnutrition,newfoodtrends,outdoorcookery,conveniencefoods,andmicrowavecooking.Labexperienceswillenhancewellnesstopics.CULINARYNUTRITION FirstorSecondSemesterCourseLength:1Semester Grade:9,10,11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:None(PracticalArtsorElective) Fee:$25.00 Thepurposeofthiscourseistodeveloplifelong,healthyindividualswithanunderstandingofhealthyandnutritiouspreparationtechniquesutilizingvariousresourcesandskills.Emphasisisplacedonimplementinghealthynutritionalchoices,preparingnutrient-dense seasonal foods, sportsnutrition,exploring careers related to culinarynutritionandpracticingwiseconsumerdecisions.Emphasiswillbeplacedonproperkitchenand foodpreparationskills, includingmeasuring,knife skills,andknowledgeofproperuseofequipmentandtools.CATERING1,2 FullYearCourseLength:2Semesters Grade:10,11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:Oneofthefollowing:CulinaryNutrition;(PracticalArtsorElective) FoodScience;Nutrition&WellnessorTeacherapproval Fee:$25.00asemester

Thepurposeofthiscourseistoexposestudentstovariousaspectsofstartingandowningasmallcateringbusiness.Students integrate knowledge, skills and practices to evaluate potential career opportunities. Your focuswill include foodsafety and sanitation practices, introduction to industry equipment, basic accounting, recipe and menu pricing, as well asmarketing.Youwillintegratetheseskillsthroughlearningfoodpreparationtechniquesandbasicculinaryskillsasyoucarryoutcateringjobs.PROSTART FullYear(2yearcourseofstudy)CourseLength:2Semesters Grade:11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:Oneofthefollowing:CulinaryNutrition;(PracticalArtsorElective) FoodScience;Nutrition&WellnessorTeacherapproval Fee:$25.00asemester This course provides the foundation skills required for students to proceed through the Pro Start two-year foodservice/hospitality management curriculum offered to high school junior and senior students. It is a nationally certifiedprogramthat isbasedon thestudyof foodpreparation, lodging, customerservice,andbusinessmanagementcoupledwithoneplusyearsofmentoredindustryworkinternshipsinabroadspectrumofoperations.ThisprogramisarticulatedwithProManagementpost-secondaryprograms.(Theexactnumberofcollegecreditsisyettobedetermined.)ProStart1,2istaughtalternatelywithProStart3,4.

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DohertyHighSchoolFamilyandConsumerScienceTeachingPlanofStudy


SupervisingAssistantPrincipalLanaFlennikenInstructorsChrisFlemrBarbaraRohn

Grade CoreCurriculum PathwayCurriculum PostsecondaryOptions9th English1,2

Algebra1,2orGeometry1,2,PhysicalScience/EarthScience,WorldHistory1/2,PE

CulinaryNutritionand/orNutritionandWellness

SuggestedCTEElectives:ComputerApplications

TheColoradoCommunityCollegesandmanyfour-yearinstitutionswillacceptTeacherCadetfortheIntroductiontoTeaching(EDU221)courseand/orfieldexperience.

10th English3,4Algebra3,4,orGeometry3,4Biology1,2USHistory3,4,ForeignLanguagePE/Health

ChildandAdolescentDevelopmentLifeManagement

11th English5,6USGovernmentorSSElectiveHumanAnatomyorPhysicsForeignLanguage

TeacherCadet1

SuggestedElective:Psychology

12th EnglishElective(2),Economics,MathElective,ForeignLanguage

TeacherCadetInternship

SuggestedElectives:Art

MusicSociology


* Twoyearsofthesameforeignlanguagearerequiredtoattendafour-yearuniversityinColorado.++ ElectivesconsistofclassesfromthefollowingdepartmentsArt,Business,FamilyandConsumerSciences.Inaddition

tothepathwaycoursessuggestedelectiveare:Entrepreneurship(BusinessManagement)

CareerandTechnologyStudentOrganization:Family,CareerandCommunityLeadersofAmerica(FCCLA)

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FAMILY&CONSUMERSCIENCE–TEACHEREDUCATIONCHILDandADOLESCENTDEVELOPMENT FirstorSecondSemesterCourseLength:1Semester Grade:10,11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:None(PracticalArtsorElective) Fee:$10.00 Thisclassisdesignedtohelpstudentsbecomeeffectivefutureparents.Studentswillunderstandtheresponsibilitiesof parenthood and practice techniques for nurturing productive, caring children. Through a variety of classroom activitiesincluding discussions, individual and group interactionprojects, guest speakers, and visual aids, studentswill learn skills forcaringforchildrenaswellastheimportanceofself-careandcaringforthecommunity.LIFEMANAGEMENT FirstSemesterorSecondSemesterCourseLength:1Semester Grade:11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:None(PracticalArtsorElective) Fee:$10.00

Emphasis is on the practical needs of students for independent living. Basic living skills are taught which includefinancial goal setting and decisionmaking,moneymanagement, earning and receiving, saving and investing, and spending.Consumerissuessuchasbasictaxesandcredit,insurance,smartconsumerbuyingandfraudprotectionsareincluded.TEACHERCADETPROGRAM FullYearCourseLength:2Semesters Grade:11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:Applicationprocesstoinclude(PracticalArtsorElective) teacherinterview

Studentswillbeinvolvedinafastpaced,innovativehands-oncurriculumwheretheygainknowledgeaboutteachingand learning. The teacher cadetwill developandmaster effective skills thatwill behelpful in college andbeyond, suchaspresentation,publicspeaking,writing,communicationandreasoningskills.ThisisayearlongHONOR'SELECTIVEwhereeachstudentwillmakeadifferencewithchildrenasthey"tryout"teachingina"mini-studentteaching"experience. Asecondyearexperienceisavailableattheteacher’sdiscretion.Thisisanindependentstudycourse.

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ALTERNATIVECOOPERATIVEEDUCATION(ACE)SemesterCreditOptions

SatisfactoryClassWork=1Credit+

135HoursofSuccessfulWork=1CreditTotal:2Credits

OR

SatisfactoryClassWork=1Credit+

270HoursofSuccessfulWork=2CreditsTotal:3Credits

*Youcanearnamaximumof3totalcreditspersemesterALTERNATIVECOOPERATIVEEDUCAITON(ACE)1 FirstSemesterCourseLength:1Semester Grade:11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:counselorandinstructor (PracticalArtsorElective) recommendation;IDEALLYtakenconcurrentlywithACE Work Fee:$15.00

ThiscourseistakenconcurrentlywithACEWork1.TheAlternativeCooperativeEducation(ACE)1Programisaone-semesterclassdesignedtoenhanceemploymentrelatedskillsforsecondarystudents.Thiscourseexploresstudentvocationalinterestsandeducationgoals.Italsoteachesthenecessaryjobskillstogetajobsuchasphoneskills,applications,resumesandvariousotherunits.Studentsareencouragedtohaveajobandwillprovidetheirowntransportationtoandfromtheirjob.ALTERNATIVECOOPERATIVEEDUCAITON(ACE)2 SecondSemesterCourseLength:1Semester Grade:11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:Successful(PracticalArtsorElective) completionofACE1orcounselorandinstructor recommendation;IDEALLYtakenconcurrentlywithACE Work Fee:$15.00

ThiscourseistakenconcurrentlywithACEWork2.TheAlternativeCooperativeEducation(ACE)2Programisaone-semester class designed to enhance employment related skills for secondary students. This course covers paychecks, taxes,socialsecurity,employmentgoals,andvariousotherunits.Italsoteachesthenecessaryjobskillstokeepajob.Studentsareencouragedtohaveajobandwillprovidetheirowntransportationtoandfromtheirjob.ALTERNATIVECOOPERATIVEEDUCAITON(ACE)3 FirstSemesterCourseLength:1Semester Grade:12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:Successful(PracticalArtsorElective) completionofACE2orcounselorandinstructor recommendation;IDEALLYtakenconcurrentlywithACE Work Fee:$15.00

ThiscourseistakenconcurrentlywithACEWork3.TheAlternativeCooperativeEducation(ACE)3Programisaone-semester class designed to enhance consumer related skills for the job and for living on your own. This course coversbudgeting,credit,insurance,investments,buyingacarandvariousotherunits.Studentsareencouragedtohaveajobandwillprovidetheirowntransportationtoandfromtheirjob.

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ALTERNATIVECOOPERATIVEEDUCAITON(ACE)4 SecondSemesterCourseLength:1Semester Grade:12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:Successful(PracticalArtsorElective) completionofACE3orcounselorandinstructor recommendation;IDEALLYtakenconcurrentlywithACE Work Fee:$15.00

ThiscourseistakenconcurrentlywithACEWork4.TheAlternativeCooperativeEducation(ACE)4Programisaone-semester classdesigned toenhanceemployment relatedskills for secondary students.This coursecoversentrepreneurship,timemanagement,ethics,teamwork,relationshipsatworkandvariousotherunits.Studentsareencouragedtohaveajobandwillprovidetheirowntransportationtoandfromtheirjob.ALTERNATIVECOOPERATIVEEDUCAITONWORK(ACE)1 FirstSemesterCourseLength:1Semester Grade:11.12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:Counselorandinstructor (PracticalArtsorElective) recommendation;Requiredtobetakenconcurrently withACEclass

ThiscourseistakenconcurrentlywithACE1.Studentscanearnamaximumof2electivecreditsfor270documentedhoursofwork,or1electivecreditfor135hoursofdocumentedwork.JobEvaluationsaredoneonaquarterlybasisregardingthestudent’sprogresswiththeiremployer.Documentedvolunteerand/orinternshiphourscanbecountedtowardworkcreditbuthavetobepre-approvedbytheinstructoreachsemester.

ALTERNATIVECOOPERATIVEEDUCAITONWORK(ACE)2 SecondSemesterCourseLength:1Semester Grade:11.12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:SuccessfulcompletionofACEWork1or(PracticalArtsorElective) counselorandinstructorrecommendation:Requiredto betakenconcurrentlywithACEclass

ThiscourseistakenconcurrentlywithACE2.Studentscanearnamaximumof2electivecreditsfor270documentedhoursofwork,or1electivecreditfor135hoursofdocumentedwork.JobEvaluationsaredoneonaquarterlybasisregardingthestudent’sprogresswiththeiremployer.Documentedvolunteerand/orinternshiphourscanbecountedtowardworkcreditbuthavetobepre-approvedbytheinstructoreachsemester.

ALTERNATIVECOOPERATIVEEDUCAITONWORK(ACE)3 FirstSemesterCourseLength:1Semester Grade:12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:SuccessfulcompletionofACEWork2or(PracticalArtsorElective) counselorandinstructorrecommendation:Requiredto betakenconcurrentlywithACEclass

ThiscourseistakenconcurrentlywithACE3.Studentscanearnamaximumof2electivecreditsfor270documentedhoursofwork,or1electivecreditfor135hoursofdocumentedwork.JobEvaluationsaredoneonaquarterlybasisregardingthestudent’sprogresswiththeiremployer.Documentedvolunteer/andorinternshiphourscanbecountedtowardworkcreditbuthavetobepre-approvedbytheinstructoreachsemester.ALTERNATIVECOOPERATIVEEDUCAITONWORK(ACE)4 SecondSemesterCourseLength:1Semester Grade:12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:SuccessfulcompletionofACEWork3or(PracticalArtsorElective) counselorandinstructorrecommendation:Requiredto betakenconcurrentlywithACEclass

This course is taken concurrently with ACE 3, 4. Students can earn a maximum of 2 elective credits for 270documentedhoursofwork,or1electivecredit for135hoursofdocumentedwork. JobEvaluationsaredoneonaquarterlybasis regarding the student’s progresswith their employer.Documented volunteer/andor internshiphours canbe countedtowardworkcreditbuthavetobepre-approvedbytheinstructoreachsemester.

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The8requiredcreditsofEnglishincludespecificallyEnglish3/4andEnglish5/6.English1,2;3,4;5,6;7,8English1,2H;3,4H;5,6H;7,8HLanguage&CompositionAPEnglish7,8(Literature)APThefollowingclassescanalsobeusedtofulfillthe11creditsofelectivecreditrequiredforgraduationbutwillnotmeettheCCHErequirementsforcollegeadmission:Forensics1,2;3,4;5,6;7,8Journalism1,2Yearbook1,2;3,4;5,6;7,8

Thefollowingcoursescanbeusedtofulfilltherequirementfor4unitsofEnglish,twoofwhichmustemphasizewriting,grammarandcompositionskills(4years/8semesters):AnyHonors,AdvancedPlacement,InternationalBaccalaureate,orcollege-levelcourses.English1,2;3,4;5,6;7,8English1,2H;3,4H;5,6H;7,8HLanguage&CompositionAPEnglish7,8(Literature)APNote:2unitsofESLEnglishmaycountfortheHigherEducationAdmissionRequirementswhencombinedwith2unitsofsuccessfullycompletedcollegepreparatoryEnglish.

Thefollowingcoursescanbeusedtofulfilltherequirementfor2unitsofAcademicElectives(2years/4semesters)butwillnotfulfillanyrequiredEnglishcreditsforgraduation:Forensics1,2;3,4;5,6;7,8Journalism1,2

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ENGLISHENGLISH1,2* FullYearCourseLength:2Semesters Grade:9CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:None(EnglishRequirementorElective)

Primaryemphasisisplacedonthedevelopmentoflogicalthinkingskillsandexpositorywritingandspeaking.Bytheend of grade nine, students should consistently apply proofreading and revising skills involving basic grammar,mechanics,spelling, clarity, and effectiveness. Reading skills stress vocabulary development, interpretation, analysis, and evaluation.Usingthevocabularyofliteraryelements,studentsbothtalkandwriteaboutliterature.Speakingactivitiesincludeinstructionin explanation and supported opinion. Evaluative, critical listening is incorporated. Thinking skills include: sequencing,concluding,implying,rephrasing,recognizingauthority,comparing,contrasting,orderingbyimportance,developingcauseandeffectrelationships,recognizingassumptionsanddistinguishingliteralversusfigurativemeanings.ENGLISH1,2H* FullYearCourseLength:2Semesters Grade:9CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:Teacherapproval(EnglishRequirementorElective)

This is the firstcourseofa four-yearprogramforhighlymotivated,disciplinedandcapablestudents. Studentswillstudyabroadsamplingofliteraturethatemphasizesconceptualcriticalskillsinreading,writing,anddiscussion.Thesequenceis designed to provide instruction in challenging skills and the opportunity to take Advanced Placement in the senior year.Summerreadingisrequiredanddeadlinesareenforced.ENGLISH3,4* FullYearCourseLength:2Semesters Grade:10CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:RecommendedEnglish1,2(EnglishRequirementorElective)

Thisrequiredcourseforsophomoresincludesthestudyofthefivebasicskills:reading,writing,speaking,listeningandviewing. Emphasis, however, is placed on readingwith understanding andwritingwith clarity of ideas and correctness ofmechanics.Thereadingmaterialsmayincludenovels,plays,etc.Studentsmayberequiredtorevisetheirpapersuntiltheirworkisacceptable.Avarietyofmaterialsareusedtoaccommodateachievementlevelsofstudents.ENGLISH3,4H* FullYearCourseLength:2Semesters Grade:10CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:English1,2and(EnglishRequirementorElective) recommendationoffreshmanteacherandcounselor

Thisisthesecondinafour-stepprogramforhighlymotivated,capablestudentswillingtostudyabroadsamplingofliterarymaterialswithemphasisonconceptualandcriticalskillsinreading,writinganddiscussion.Thesequenceisdesignedtoprovideboth instruction inhigher-level skills and theopportunity to takeAdvancedPlacement in the senior year. Summerreadingwillberequired.ENGLISH5,6* FullYearCourseLength:2Semesters Grade:11CreditPerSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:RecommendedEnglish3,4(EnglishRequirementorElective)

General and collegepreparatory studentswill buildupon skills learnedduring the sophomore yearby the studyofgenre,formandstructure,literarydevicesandrecognitionofthecharacteristicsofaliterarywork.Amajorfocusofthecoursewillbeanintensestudyofcompositionandgrammar.Discussionandspeechactivitiesareincorporatedintotheprogram.ENGLISH5,6H* FullYearCourseLength:2Semesters Grade:11CreditPerSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:English3,4Honorsand(EnglishRequirement) recommendationofsophomoreteacher

Thisthirdcourseinthehonorssequencepreparesmotivated,capablestudentsforAdvancedPlacementinthesenioryearthroughrigorouswritinganddiscussionofabodyofsophisticatedliterature.Summerreadingwillberequired.

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ENGLISH7,8 FullYearCourseLength:2Semesters Grade:12CreditPerSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:English1-6(EnglishRequirement) This course will provide a full year growth in the standards and skills required for success in college and careers.English7emphasizesnonfiction readingandwriting. Successful completionwillprepare students toenter twoor four-yearcolleges with the skills needed to be immediately successful in post-secondary freshmen composition courses. The finalassessmentwillconsistofawritingportfolioofatleastfourwritingstoincludeoneresearchpaperorotherextendedwritingproject. English8will focusonthestudyof literature. Thewritingemphasiswillbeon literaryanalysis,andreadingsmustinclude foundationalworksofworldand/orBritish literature. English8will includea capstoneprojectallowing for studentchoiceinaresearch-orientedproject,culminatinginamulti-genreproject/presentationonatopicofindividualinterest.ENGLISH7,8H* FullYearCourseLength:2Semesters Grade:12CreditPerSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:Aminimumscoreof18ontheACT(English,HumanitiesorElective) EnglishtestORa95ontheAccuplacefor7H concurrentenrollment.Forhonorscreditonlya minimumof16ontheACTEnglishtestAND teacherrecommendationandinstructor approval.English7Hisprerequisitefor8H. Thiscoursewillprovideayear-longcollegecurriculumandistaughtconcurrentlywitharegionalfour-yearuniversity.English 7H is the first semester College Composition course, fulfilling college writing, participation and attendanceexpectations.English8Hisafreshman“IntroductiontoLiterature”courseemphasizingthestudyandanalysisoffiction,poetryanddrama.ADVANCEDPLACEMENTENGLISH7,8* FullYearCourseLength:2Semesters Grade:12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:APLanguageor5/6Honorswith(EnglishRequirement) a“C”orbetterORan“A”gradeinEnglish5,6 withteacherrecommendationandinstructor approval

Astheculminatingcourseinthehonorssequence,thisclassemphasizesskills inliteraryanalysis,criticalwritingandtechniquesofliteraryresearch.Workwillbedirectedtothecollegefreshmanlevelandwillprovide,throughacombinationofseminar discussion and independent study and writing, the background skills necessary to take the National AdvancedPlacementExamination.DependinguponthescoresachievedonthenationaltestinMayastudentmayreceivecollegecreditorplacement.Summerreadingwillberequired.YEARBOOK FullYearCourseLength:Upto8Semesters Grade:9,10,11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:Teacherapproval;application required(HumanitiesorElective)

The yearbook staff produces the school yearbook, which entails planning pages, drawing layouts, gatheringinformation,writing copyand composingpages for the sectionsof thebookwith theguidanceof the instructor. Ordering,cropping,placingphotographsandsellingadsarethedutiesofeditorsandstaff.Experienced,dependablephotographersareneeded. Applicants for the editorial staff should be able to write effectively, to do neat work and to meet deadlines.Interestedstudentsmustgetanapplicationfrominstructor.

SPOKENWORDLANGUAGEARTS FirstSemesterorSecondSemesterCourseLength:1Semester Grade:10,11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:None(HumanitiesorElective) Thiscoursediscusses,evaluates,andanalyzespastandpresentsong lyrics, speeches,slampoems,poetsandstylesbothonthepageaswellasinperformance.Studentswillgaintheskillstowritewell-craftedpoems(imagistic,personal,andevocative)andemploytheperformancestylethatwillbestservethethemeandvoiceofeachpiece.

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The6requiredcreditsofMathcanbefulfilledbyanyoftheclassesintheMathematicsdepartment.Algebra1,2Algebra1,2H;3,4HCalculusAB1APCalculus2APConsumerMath1,2FoundationsinAlgebraFunctions/Stats/Trigonometry1,2Geometry1,2Geometry1,2HIntegratedMath1,2PreCalculus1,2(+H)MathAnalysis/Trigonometry1,2StatisticsAPTopicsinMath1,2

ThefollowingcoursescanbeusedtofulfilltherequirementforMathematicswhichmustbeatthelevelofAlgebra1andhigher(4years/8semesters):AnyHonors,AdvancedPlacement,orcollege-levelcourses.Algebra1,2Algebra1,2H;3,4HCalculusFunctions/Trigonometry1,2Geometry1,2Geometry1,2HIntegrated1,2PreCalculus1,2(+H)StatisticsTopicsinMathNote:WhenAlgebra1contentisextendedbeyondoneyear,only1unitoftheHigherEducationAdmissionRequirementsismet.College-preparatoryESLmathematicscoursesthatincludecontentandacademicrigor/levelcomparabletoacceptablecourseslistedmaysatisfytheHigherEducationAdmissionRequirements.

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The following mathematical courses conform to the latest recommendation of the National Council of Teachers ofMathematics (NCTM ) standards and the Colorado Springs District 11 Mathematics Standards. The classes follow theapproachofmakingmathematicsrelevantbyusingmathskillsinaproblem-solvingenvironment.FOUNDATIONSINALGEBRA1,2 FullYearCourseLength:2Semesters Grade:9or10CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:Teacherplacementonly/Aplacement(MathRequirementorElective) testwillbeadministered

This intervention course is designed for students who have not mastered the basic skills of Mathematics 8/PreAlgebra;howeveritwillprovideastrongfoundationforfuturecoursesinAlgebraandGeometry.Topicstobecoveredincludefractions, rates, proportions, signed numbers, order of operations, variables and expressions; equations and inequalities;factorsandexponents;rationalnumbersandfunctions.Studentsworkinthecomputerlabdoingindividualizedlearningonawebbaseprogram,ALEKS.ALGEBRA1,2* FullYearCourseLength:2Semesters Grade:9,10CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:Mathematics8orFoundationsin(MathRequirementorElective) Algebra

Thiscoursedealswiththefundamentalconceptsofalgebrafocusingonthosetopicsrelatedtoevaluatingexpressionsandsolvingequations. Topics includelinearandquadraticalgebra,systemsofequations,graphing, inequalities,radicalsandrealnumbers,functions(toincludeexponentialandpolynomial),andintroductorygeometry.Studentswilldevelopalgebraicconceptsandskillsthroughaproblemsolvingandinvestigativeapproachusingablendoftechnologyrelatedtoolsandpaperandpencilproblemsolvingskills.Ascientificcalculatorisrequiredand/oragraphingcalculator(TI84)isrecommended.ALGEBRA1,2H* FullYearCourseLength:2Semesters Grade:9CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:Algebra1,2orMath8with(MathRequirementorElective) teacherrecommendation Thiscourse isatraditionalAlgebracoursethatwillcover12chaptersofanAlgebra1textbook. It isarigorousandfast-pacedcoursethatwillpreparestudentstotaketheHonorssequenceincludingGeometryHonors,Algebra3,4Honors,andPre-CalculusHonors.Theconceptscoveredincludelinearfunctions,systemsoflinearequationsandinequalities,polynomialsandfactoring,quadraticandexponentialfunctions,radicalexpressionsandtriangles,rationalexpressionsandequations,andstatisticsandprobability.Aspecialprojectmayberequired.Agraphingcalculatorisrequiredforthiscourse.TI84PlusorSilverEditionsisrecommended.MASTERYMATH1 SecondSemesterCourseLength:1Semester Grade:9,10CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:Teacherplacementonly(MathRequirement)

MasteryMath isan interventiononlyclass. It isdesignedtoassiststudentswhofallbelowthe70%successrate inAlgebra1. ThecoursecoversessentialAlgebra1topics: multiplication,signednumbers,orderofoperations,equationsandwordproblems.GradesforthecourseareAorFonly.Uponcompletionofthecoursestudentsarere-enrolledinAlgebra1.Calculatorsarenotallowedinthisclass.MASTERYMATH2 FirstSemesterCourseLength:1Semester Grade:9,10CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:Teacherplacementonly(MathRequirement)

MasteryMath2isaninterventiononlyclass.Itisdesignedtoassiststudentswhofallbelowthe70%successrateinAlgebra2.ThecoursecoversessentialAlgebra2.ThecoursecoversAlgebra2essentialtopics,rationalexpressions,equations,radicals, factoring, graphing, and story problems. Grades for the course are A or F only. Upon completion of the coursestudentsarere-enrolledinAlgebra2.Calculatorsareusedonalimitedbasisinthisclass.

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ALGEBRA3,4* FullYearCourseLength:2Semesters Grade:10,11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:Geometry1,2;Algebra1,2(MathRequirementorElective) SuccessinthiscoursedependsinalargepartonsuccessinAlgebra1,2.Manyapplicationswillbeoffered.AlloftheconceptsofAlgebra1,2willbereinforcedthroughmathematicaltheoryandanapplicationofmathematicsinnewsituations.Theconceptsincludeopensentencesinone,two,andthreevariableandfactoringofpolynomials,quadratics,exponentialandlogarithmsmatrices,complexnumbers,trigonometry,probability,andstatistics.EmphasiswillbeonACTconcepts.Graphingcalculatorsarerequiredforthiscourse.TI84PlusorSilverEditiongraphingcalculatorsarerecommended.ALGEBRA3,4H* FullYearCourseLength:2Semesters Grade:9,10,11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:Geometry1,2Handteacherapproval(MathRequirementorElective)

Studentswhoareplanning to takePreCalculusandAPCalculus should take this class. The conceptsdeveloped inAlgebra 1,2 are reviewed, strengthened, and enriched. A special project may be required. The following concepts areincluded:

Complexnumbersystem Relationsandfunctions PolynomialfunctionsLogarithmicandexponentialfunctions Matrices GraphingSystemsofequations Determinants SeriesandsequencesAnalyticgeometry Probability QuadraticsConicsections TrigonometryA student planning a career in mathematics or math-related fields should seriously consider taking this course.

Graphingcalculatorsarerequiredforthiscourse.TI84PlusorSilverEditiongraphingcalculatorsarerecommended.GEOMETRY1,2* FullYearCourseLength:2Semesters Grade:10,11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:Algebra1,2(MathRequirementorElective)

This course introduces students to the process of logical reasoning through the use of inductive and deductivereasoning in geometry. (Including transformational and coordinate geometry.) Topics include geometric vocabulary andtheorems,measurement,angles,lines,planes,polygons,circles,probabilityandstatistics,proportionalreasoning,righttriangletrigonometry, formal proofs, triangle congruence, and coordinate proofs. It will provide students with the basic conceptsinvolvinggeometricfiguresandemphasizethenumericalrelationshipsamongthem.Ascientificcalculatorisrequired–TI84isrecommended.GEOMETRY1,2H* FullYearCourseLength:2Semesters Grade:9,10CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:Algebra1,2andteacherapproval(MathRequirementorElective) Thiscourse isa formalstudyof thegeometricpropertiesof theEuclideanplaneandselectedtopics in3-dimensionspace. Students use calculators, computers, andmanipulatives to study the property of shapes and forms. Theywill useinductiveanddeductivereasoningandtransformationalandcoordinategeometryinaformalwaytostudypolygonspolyhedraandtheiralgebraicdescriptions.Theremaybeadditionalworkrequiredtoenrichthegeometrytopics.Graphingcalculatorsarerecommendedforthiscourse.TI84PlusorSilverEditiongraphingcalculatorsarerecommended.FUNCTIONS/STATISTICS/TRIGONOMETRY1,2* FullYearCourseLength:2Semesters Grade:11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:Algebra3,4(MathRequirementorElective)

Objectivesofthiscoursearetoreviewandreinforcealgebraicconceptsandtoextendtheseconceptsbyanin-depthstudyoffunctions.Trigonometryiscoveredbothfromthefunctionalconceptandfromthepracticalviewpoint.Thestudentisintroducedtocircularfunctions,identities,graphsofcircularfunctions,inversefunctions,andsolutionoftrianglesincludingthelawsofsinesandcosines.Graphingcalculatorsarerequiredforthiscourse.TI84PlusorSilverEditiongraphingcalculatorsarerecommended.

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MATHANALYSIS/TRIGONOMETRY1,2* FullYearCourseLength:2Semesters Grade:11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:Algebra3,4orequivalent(MathRequirementorElective)

ThepurposeofthiscourseistopreparestudentsforPreCalculus.Thiscourseoffersananalyticalandcohesivestudyofconceptsintroducedinpreviouscoursesandintroducesnewtopicssuchasgraphingtrigonometricfunctions,trigonometricidentities,vectors,parametricequators,andpolarcoordinates.Graphingcalculatorsarerequiredforthiscourse.TI84PlusorSilverEditiongraphingcalculatorsarerecommended.PRE-CALCULUS1,2H* FullYearCourseLength:2Semesters Grade:10,11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:Algebra3,4HandTeacherApproval(MathRequirementorElective)

ThestudentwhoisplanningtotakeAPCalculusshouldtakethiscourse.Thiscourseoffersananalyticalandcohesivestudyofconceptsintroducedinpreviouscourseandintroducesnewtopicssuchasfunctions,vectors,analyticgeometry,andprobability. Theory and rigor are stressed. A special projectmay be required. Graphing calculators are required for thiscourse.TI84PlusorSilverEditiongraphingcalculatorsarerecommended.CALCULUSABADVANCEDPLACEMENT1* FullYearCourseLength:2Semesters Grade:11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:Pre-Calculus1,2Handteacher(MathRequirementsorElective) recommendations

ThiscoursedealswithallconceptsofPreCalculusthatincludes,butisnotlimitedto,functionsandgraphs,logarithmsand trigonometric functions. Calculus topics include the calculation and uses of limits and continuity. It also centers onderivativesand theirapplications, integrationand itsuses to includenetchange,areaandvolume. Agraphingcalculator isrequired(TI84Plusisrecommended).Aprojectisrequiredforthecourse.CALCULUSADVANCEDPLACEMENT2* FullYearCourseLength:2Semesters Grade:12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:CalculusABAP1andteacher(MathRequirementsorElective) recommendation

AnextensionofCalculusABthiscoursewillcovertranscendentialfunctions(thesearefunctionsthatarenotalgebraic, such as: trigonometric, inverse trigonometric, exponential and logarithmic), techniques and applications ofintegration,Taylor’sTheorem,improperintegrals,infiniteseries,analyticgeometryandpolarcoordinates.Agraphiccalculatorisrequiredforthisclass.

STATISTICS1,2* FullYearCourseLength:2Semesters Grade:11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:Algebra3,4(MathRequirementsorElective) This course is a non-advanced placement, two-semester introductory study of statistics. It emphasizes developingconceptualunderstandingandapplicationoffundamentalstatisticalideasandreasoning.Studentswillbeintroducedtohowstatisticians contribute to our understanding of the world and how statistical thinking is relevant to diverse fields such asmedicine,education,environmentalscience,business,psychology,sports,andpolitics.Thiscoursewillhelpstudentsbecomemorediscerningconsumersofthestatisticstheyencounterinanyarea.Coursetopicsincludebasicconceptsofstatisticsandprobability including conditional probability and probability distributions, principals of designing experiments, surveys andsamples,describingandmathematicallymodelingdistributionsofdata,drawinginferencesthroughstatisticaltestingincludingconfidence intervals and us of chi square tests. Studentswill regularly use statistical software and graphing calculators torepresent, manipulate and analyze data sets. This course meets, or exceeds, all high school data analysis, statistics andprobabilitystandardsrepresentedintheColoradoAcademicStandardsforMathematics.

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STATISTICSADVANCEDPLACEMENT1,2* FullYearCourseLength:2Semesters Grade:11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:Algebra3,4orequivalentandteacher(MathRequirementsorElective) approval WebAssignFee:$10.50

The purpose of the AP course in statistics is to introduce students to themajor concepts and tools for collecting,analyzing,anddrawingconclusionsfromdata.Studentsareexposedtofourbroadconceptualthemes:

1.ExploringData:Observingpatternsanddeparturesfrompatterns2.PlanningaStudy:Decidingwhatandhowtomeasure3.AnticipatingPatterns:Producingmodelsusingprobabilitytheoryandsimulation4.StatisticalInference:Confirmingmodels

Studentswhosuccessfullycompletethecourseandexaminationmayreceivecredit,advancedplacementorbothforanintroductorycollegestatisticscourse.Thiscoursewillbevaluabletothosestudentswhoplantoattendcollegeregardlessoftheirmajor.Mostcollegemajorssuchas:socialsciences,education,engineering,healthsciences,mathematics,business,andactuarialsciencetypicallyrequirestatistics.Studentswiththeappropriatemathematicalbackground,abilitytocommunicateideasinwritingandinterestareencouragedtotakeAPStatistics.Graphingcalculatorsarerequiredforthiscourse.TI84PlusorSilverEditiongraphingcalculatorsarerecommended.CONSUMERMATHEMATICS1,2 FullYearCourseLength:2Semesters Grade:12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:Teacherapprovalonly(MathRequirementorElective)

This course is designed tomeet the needs of a young adult in the realmof consumermathematics. Major topicsinclude budgeting, housing, banking, income tax, insurance, credit, and investments. The course is divided into two non-sequentialsemesters,soastudentmaytakeeitheroneorboth.Scientificcalculatorsarerequiredforthiscourse.TOPICSINMATHEMATICS1,2* FullYearCourseLength:2Semesters Grade:12ONLYCreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:Geometry1,2andhavetried(MathRequirementorElective) Algebra3,4andteacherapproval

Topics in Math follows the approach of making mathematics relevant by using skills in a problem-solving,environment. The goals are to develop proficiency with mathematical skills, to expand understanding of mathematicalconcepts, and to improve logical thinking. Topics include logical thinking, sequences, functions, geometry, statistics,probability,logarithms,polygons,andpersonalfinancialliteracy.Graphingcalculatorsarerequiredforthiscourse.

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MUSIC/PERFORMINGARTS

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ThetwosemestersofHumanitiescreditmaybefulfilledbyanyoftheclassesintheMusic/PerformingArtsdepartment.Thefollowingclassescanalsobeusedtofulfillthe11creditsofelectivecreditrequiredforgraduation.ChamberOrchestra1,2JazzEnsemble1,2;3,4MarchingBandConcertBand1,2SymphonicBand1,2SymphonicOrchestra1,2WindEnsemble1,2AcappelaChoirChamberSingers1,2ConcertChoir1,2SSSA(EclecticChoir)Jazz/ShowChoir1,2Tenor,TenorBaritone/BassChoir1,2AdvancedActing1,2IntroductiontoTheatre1,2TechTheater/IntermediateTheaterColorGuard

Thefollowingcoursescanbeusedtofulfilltherequirementfor2unitsofAcademicElectives(2years/4semesters):AnyHonors,AdvancedPlacement,InternationalBaccalaureate,orcollege-levelcourses.

ChamberOrchestra1,2JazzEnsemble1,2;3,4MarchingBandConcertBand1,2SymphonicBand1,2SymphonicOrchestra1,2WindEnsemble1,2AcappelaChoirChamberSingers1,2ConcertChoir1,2SSSA(EclecticChoir)Jazz/ShowChoir1,2Tenor,TenorBaritone/BassChoir1,2AdvancedActing1,2IntroductiontoTheatre1,2TechTheater/IntermediateTheater

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INSTRUMENTALMUSICINSTRUMENTALMUSICStudentsenrolledinanyofthefollowingmayparticipateinthesoloandensemblefestival.Anyorallof the following classes will schedule concerts at the discretion of the director. Instrumental groups are described on thefollowingpages.MARCHINGBAND FirstSemesterHonorsCreditOptionalCourseLength:1Semester Grade:9,10,11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:Previousbandexperience(HumanitiesorElective) Additionalfeeswillberequired

MarchingBandmeetsasan8thhourclassafterschool. Allstudentsarerequiredtoparticipate ineitherSymphonicBandorWindEnsemble. MarchingBandperformsatthehalf timeofallhomefootballgames. Thedirectormaychoosetoparticipateincollege-sponsoredbanddays,regional/statecontestsasapprovedbyCBAorCHSAA.StudentswillberequiredtoattendBandCamp. FreshmenandnewstudentsarerequiredtoattendtheNewStudentWorkshopatthebeginningofthesummer. Studentsareexpectedtoattendextrasectionalandfullbandrehearsalsasneededthroughouttheschoolyear,aswell as summer rehearsals in June. This band performs for school and community events throughout the school year.Attendanceatscheduledperformances isrequiredandisconsideredpartofthestudent'sgrade.Contactthebandofficefordetailsofsummerrehearsalsandbandcamps(328-6428).CONCERTBAND FullYearHonorsCreditOptionalCourseLength:1Semester Grade:9,10,11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:Previousbandexperience(HumanitiesorElective) encouragedbutnotrequired Concert Band is designed to help prepare students with the skills necessary to participate in Symphonic Band.Previousbandexperienceisencouraged,butnotarequirement.Literatureisgearedtothemembers’abilitieswithemphasisbeing placed on improvement of tone quality, reading skills, and technical proficiency. This bandmay participate atmusicfestivalsandcontestsatthediscretionofthedirector.Thisbandperformsforschoolandcommunityeventsthroughouttheschoolyear.Attendanceatscheduledperformancesisrequiredandisconsideredpartofthestudent'sgrade.ConcertBandmembersalsoparticipateinPepBand.Contactthebandofficefordetailsofsummerrehearsalsandbandcamps(328-6428).SYMPHONICBAND FullYearHonorsCreditOptional CourseLength:1Semester Grade:9,10,11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:Previousbandexperience(HumanitiesorElective) Additionalfeesmayberequired SymphonicBandisdesignedtohelpstudentswiththeskillsnecessarytoparticipateinWindEnsemble.Literatureisgeared to themembers’ abilitieswith emphasis being placed on improvement of tone quality, reading skills, and technicalproficiency.Thisbandmayparticipateatmusicfestivalsandcontestsatthediscretionofthedirector.Thisbandperformsforschool and community events throughout the school year. Attendance at scheduled performances is required and isconsideredpartofthestudent'sgrade. SymphonicBandmembersalsoparticipateinPepBand. Contactthebandofficefordetailsofsummerrehearsalsandbandcamps(328-6428).

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WINDENSEMBLE FullYearHonorsCreditOptional CourseLength:1Semester Grade:10,11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:Byauditiononly(HumanitiesorElective) Additionalfeesmayberequired

Wind Ensemble provides the opportunity to develop an understanding and appreciation of music throughperformance.Thisbandmayparticipateatmusicfestivalsandcontestsatthediscretionofthedirector.Thisbandperformsfor school and community events throughout the school year. Attendance at scheduled performances is required and isconsideredpartofthestudent'sgrade. Windensemblemembersalsoparticipate inPepBand. Contactthebandofficefordetailsofsummerrehearsalsandtoregisterforbandcamp(328-6428).JAZZBAND1,2 FullYear HonorsCreditOptional CourseLength:2Semesters Grade:9,10,11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:Byauditiononly(HumanitiesorElective) MUSTbeamemberofMarchingBand,ConcertBand,

SymphonicBandorWindEnsembleAdditionalfeesmayberequired

JazzBandmeetsasa0hour classbefore school. Studentsmustbeenrolled inMarchingBand, SymphonicBandorWind Ensemble exceptions with teacher approval only). Only those students who demonstrate a through knowledge andunderstanding of their instrument will be considered for inclusion in this elite group. Basic instrumentation includessaxophone, trumpet, trombone, piano, bass, guitar, and trap set. Jazz Band performs at assemblies, concerts, and variouscommunity events. This band provides an opportunity for the student to study and perform music in the jazz idiom.Attendanceatscheduledperformancesisrequired.Contactthebandofficefordetails(328-6428).JAZZBAND3,4 FullYearHonorsCreditOptionalCourseLength:2Semesters Grade:10,11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:Byauditiononly(HumanitiesorElective) MUSTbeamemberofMarchingBand,ConcertBand,

SymphonicBandorWindEnsembleAdditionalfeesmayberequired

JazzBandmeetsasa0hourclassbeforeschool. Studentsmustbeenrolled inMarchingBand,SymphonicBandorWindEnsemble (exceptionswith teacherapprovalonly). Only those studentswhodemonstratea thoroughknowledgeandunderstanding of their instrument will be considered for inclusion in this elite group. Basic instrumentation includessaxophone,trumpet,trombone,piano,bass,guitar,andtrapset.JazzBandperformsatjazzfestivals,assemblies,concerts,andvariouscommunityevents. Thisbandprovidesanopportunityforthestudenttostudyandperformmusic inthejazz idiom.Attendanceatscheduledperformancesisrequiredandisconsideredpartofthestudent'sgrade.Contactthebandofficefordetails(328-6428).SYMPHONICORCHESTRA1,2 FullYearHonorsCreditOptionalCourseLength:2Semesters Grade:9,10,11,and12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:3yearsofplayingexperiencein(HumanitiesorElective) orchestraor2yearprivatelessons

Symphonicorchestra isacourseoffering instructiononstringed instrumentsandtechnique inagroupsituation.Anemphasis will be placed on the improvement of ensemble playing, instrument technique, intonation and rhythm. Thisorchestra performs four times yearly during school concerts. Attendance at scheduled performances is required and isconsideredpartofthestudent'sgrade.

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CHAMBERORCHESTRA1,2 FullYearHonorsCreditOptionalSubstantiveadditionalprojectswillberequired.)CourseLength:2Semesters Grade:10,11,and12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:Teacherapprovalbyaudition(HumanitiesorElective)

Chamber Orchestra is a course offering advanced instruction on stringed instruments and technique in a groupsituation. Anemphasiswillbeplacedonthe improvementofensembleplaying, instrumenttechnique,andmusicalnuance.Studentsselectedforchamberorchestrademonstrateanabove-averageunderstandingoftheirinstrumentanddisplayahighlevelofmusicalsophisticationthroughtheirperformance. Thisorchestraperformsfourtimesyearlyduringschoolconcerts.Wind and percussion players may be added when needed. Attendance at scheduled performances is required and isconsideredpartofthestudent'sgrade.

VOCALMUSICCONCERTCHOIR FullYearHonorsCreditOptionalCourseLength:2Semesters Grade:9,10,11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:None(HumanitiesorElective) AdditionalFeeswillberequired

Concertchoir isanon-auditioned,Level Ihighschoolvocalmusicclass. This choir isamixed (open towomenandmen) choir for studentswithoutprevious choral experience. Thisensemblewill experience singingawidevarietyof choralliteraturestylesandparticipateinmajorconcerts.ThischoirmayperformintheStateFestivalContest.

SSA(ECLECTICCHOIR) FullYearHonorsCreditOptionalCourseLength:2Semesters Grade:10,11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:Audition9thgradebydirector(HumanitiesorElective) approvalonly AdditionalFeeswillberequired

Eclectic isanauditionedLevel IIIhigh schoolvocalmusic class. This choir isanadvancedwomen’s choir that singsthreeand fourpartwomen’smusic fromdifferent timeperiods,genresandstyles. Thisensemblewill experience singingawidevarietyofchoralliteratureandstylesandparticipateinmajorchoirs.Eclecticalsoperformsatavarietyoffestivalsduringtheyear.ThiscoursemaybetakenforHonorsCredit.CHAMBERSINGERS(ODYSSEY) FullYearHonorsCreditOptional Grade:10,11,12CourseLength:2Semesters Prerequisite:Audition9thgradebydirectorCreditperSemester:1.0 approvalonly(HumanitiesorElective) AdditionalFeeswillberequired

Odyssey is an auditioned Level IV high school vocal music class. The Odyssey Singers is a highly select choir forstudentswithpreviouschoralexperience.Thisensemblewillexperiencesingingawidevarietyofchoralliteratureandstylesandparticipateinmajorconcerts.ThischoirparticipatesinavarietyoffestivalsinstateandnationallyandalsoparticipatesintheDistrict11HonorChoir.ThiscoursemaybetakenforHonorsCredit.

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JAZZ/SHOWCHOIR FullYearHonorsCreditOptionalCourseLength:2Semesters Grade:9,10,11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:LevelIIIvocalmusicorinstructor(HumanitiesorElective) approval This is a Level III high school vocal music class. Students must audition to be enrolled in this class. This choralensemble performs show tunes, swing, and popularmusic someofwhichmay be set to choreography. Knowledge of andabilitytoperformmusicatLevel IIIorbeyondisexpected. Theabilitytouseexpressiveelements inaperformance,toreadcomplex musical notation appropriate to Level III, and the ability to identify and understand the differences in musicalstructureandtheimportanceofbothconcepts.MEN’SCHOIR1,2(Tenor/Baritone/Bass FullYearHonorsCreditOptionalCourseLength:2Semesters Grade:9,10,11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:None(HumanitiesorElective) Thischoirisopentotenors,baritones,andbasseswithorwithoutpreviouschoralexperience.Thischoirperformsinschoolandcommunityconcertsduringtheschoolyear.Thechoirprovidesandopportunityforthestudentstodevelopvocalskills,andmusicalknowledgeaswellasperformliteraturewrittenfortenor,baritone,andbassvoices.

THEATRE

INTRODUCTIONTOTHEATRE1,2 FullYearCourseLength:2Semesters Grade:9,10,11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:None(HumanitiesorElective)

Introduction to Theatre is an introductory study of theatre arts. It will cover acting, stagecraft, theatre history,viewing and evaluating, review writing, etc. Activities include voice development, basic movement, pantomime, andimprovisation,allofwhichculminateinsceneperformance.

INTERMEDIATETHEATRE FullYearCourseLength:2Semesters Grade:9,10,11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:IntroductiontoTheatre1,2(HumanitiesorElective) Juniorsandseniorsmayapplytobeginat intermediatelevel Thiscoursewillcombineacting,directing,design,andtechnicalproductionskills.Includedinthiscoursewillbescriptanalysisandperformance,technicaldesignin lighting,set,sound,propscostumesandbasicdirectingskills. Studentswillbeexpected to produce a one-act festival at the end of the semester. Studentswill be allowed to choose between technicaldesignandacting.Directorswillbechosenbasedonexperience.ADVANCEDACTING FullYearCourseLength:2Semesters Grade:10,11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:IntroductiontoTheatre1,2,(HumanitiesorElective) orTeacherapproval

Thiscoursecoversawidevarietyofadvancedactingmethodstoincludeactingstyles,improvisation,stagemovement,auditioning,scriptanalysis,scenestudy,portfoliopreparationandscriptwriting.Thecoursewillalsoincludean8-weekstudyof the technical aspects of the theatre, and students may be assigned to technical duties for various performing artsproductions.Studentswilllearnaboutlighting,sound,setconstruction,props,publicity,scenepainting,costumeandmakeup.

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TECHNICALTHEATER1 FullYearCourseLength:2Semesters Grade:10,11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:None(PracticalArtsorElective) Thiscourseisopentostudentswhowishtounderstandthetechnicalaspectsofthetheater.Theywillbeassignedtechnicaldutiesforthemainstageproductionofthatsemester.Studentswilllearnlighting,sound,setconstruction,props,scenepainting,publicity,costumesandmake-upinthishands-oncourse.** PLEASENOTETHATINTERMEDIATETHEATREANDTECHNICALTHEATRECANOCCURDURINGTHESAMECLASSPERIODS.

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NAVALJUNIORRESERVEOFFICERTRAININGCORPS.

NAVALJUNIORROTC

NJROTC is an interestingand rewardingway toearnelective credit. Practical leadershipandpersonaldevelopmentopportunities accompany academic work. There is no obligation incurred, either to continue the program at Doherty HighSchoolortobeinvolvedintheNavyinanywayaftergraduation.Opportunitiesforschoolandcommunityservice,interestingfieldtrips,earlyleadershippositions,personalrecognition,andnumerousextra-curricularactivitiesareallavailable.Auniformis providedwithout cost andworn once aweek. Completion of the programmakes students eligible for advance standingshouldtheychoosetoenteranymilitaryservice.Significantassistanceisgiventothosestudentsinterestedinfullypaidcollegescholarshiporserviceacademyappointments.NAVALSCIENCEI FullYearCourseLength:2Semesters Grade:9,10,11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:None(ElectiveCredit)

NavalScienceIisaco-edbeginningprograminNavalJuniorROTCcontainingacademic,serviceeducation,andmilitaryinstruction.Theacademicportionincludescustoms,traditions,courtesies,organization,citizenship,leadership,navalmissions,andU.S. Government. Community service (service education), participation in the cadet corps activities, and field trips arerequired. Field tripswill bemade to localmilitary bases to promote awareness of technology, principles of teamwork, andapplicationofclassroomsubjects.Themilitaryportionincludesbasicdrill,physicalfitness,militarybearing,andcourtesies.Thenavaluniformmustbeworn,forthefullschooldayonceaweek.Uniformsandtestsareprovided.Basicstandardsofmilitarygroomingarerequired.Topacademicperformanceandcontinuingeducationasgoalsarethefocusofthisprogram.Studentsmustmaintaina“C”averageinJROTCtoremainintheprogram.NAVALSCIENCEII FullYearCourseLength:2Semesters Grade:10,11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:NavalScienceI(ElectiveCredit)

This co-ed course is an expansion of Naval Science I, which includes maritime history, maritime geography,oceanography,meteorology,astronomyandphysicalsciences.Communityservice(serviceeducation),unitparticipation,andfieldtripsarerequired.Computerswillbeusedtopreparepresentations.GroominganduniformrequirementsarethesameasNavalScienceI.Continuingeducationasagoalisthefocusofthisprogram.Studentsmustmaintaina“C”averageinJROTCtoremainintheprogram.

NAVALSCIENCEIII FullYearCourseLength:2Semesters Grade:11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:NavalScienceIIandApprovalof(ElectiveCredit) NavalScienceinstructor

This course involves instruction in seamanship, meteorology, and advanced leadership and draws upon the skillsmastered in Naval Science I and II. Maritime history, leadership, astronomy, and other military subjects from a Navalperspectivearealsocovered.Studentsinthiscoursearechargedwiththemid-levelleadershipandadministrationoftheCadetCorps and the extracurricular programs. Grooming and uniform requirements are the same as Naval Science I. Continuingeducationasagoalisthefocusoftheprogram

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NAVALSCIENCEIV FullYearCourseLength:2Semesters Grade:12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:NavalScienceIIIandApprovalof(ElectiveCredit) NavalScienceinstructor

ThiscoursebuildsonthebasicqualitiesofagoodfollowerandaneffectiveleaderprovidedinNavalScienceI,II,andIII. The student will take a more in-depth look at leadership principles, traits, and practices. Case studies and seminartechniquesareusedintheclassroom.Studentswilllearnhowtomaximizeleadershipskillsfollowingtheleadershipcurriculumused incollege levelROTCandat theNavalAcademy.Studentsareexpectedtoprovide leadershiptotheNavalScience I-IIIcadets.

NAVALSCIENCEENRICHMENT FullYearCourseLength:2Semesters Grade:9,10,11CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:NavalScienceI(1semester)and(ElectiveCredit) currentlyenrolledinNavalScienceI,IIorIII NavalScienceinstructorapprovalisrequired (Maybeenteredsecondsemesterbyfreshmen NavalScienceIstudentswithNavalScience instructorapproval) Thisisanadvancedleadership-trainingprograminNavalJuniorROTCfocusingonmilitaryprecisionandexhibitiondrillceremonies,physicaltraining,andcommunityservice.Fieldtripsforcommunityperformancesadinter-schoolcompetitionofmilitarydrillandacademiceventsareincludedaswellasexperientialvisitstomilitaryandcivilianorganizations.Studentswillformintoperformingteamstoexecuteprecision,exhibition,andarmed,unarmed,colorguard,andcompetitivedrill.Studentswillperformatcivic,community,andmilitaryceremonies.Studentswillbeeligibleforaschoolletterifcriteriaforparticipationandcompetitiveperformancesaremaintained.Student’sresearchandreportoncurrenteventsandleadershipaswellasthehistory, tradition, and customs of naval and military ceremonies. Military standards of grooming and appearance will berequiredofthestudent.Studentswillberequiredtoparticipateinfundraisingactivitiestoacquirespecialuniformitemsandtodefraythecostoffieldevents.Cadetsarehighlyencouragedtosign-upforbothsemestersinordertocompleteactivities.

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PHYSICALEDUCATION

Thegraduation requirement forPhysical Education is three semester credits, inclusivegrades9-12. The sequential

programisbasedontheassumptionthatonesemesterwillbeattainedattheninthgradelevel.SEQUENCEOFREQUIREDUNITS1.)TeamSportRequirement-NinthGradeP.E.willfulfillthehighschoolteamsportrequirement.2.)Swim3.)FitnessConditioning4.)IndividualSportPHYSICALEDUCATION9 FirstSemesterorSecondSemesterCourseLength:1Semester Grade:9CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:None(PhysicalEducationorElective)

PhysicalEducation9involvesparticipationinunitsbasedonbeginningtointermediateskillsandfitness.Thesemesterwillbedividedinto3six-weekunits.Themajorareasofemphasiswillbeswimming,weights/conditioning,andintroductiontoteamgames.PHYSICALEDUCATION10 FirstSemesterorSecondSemesterCourseLength:1Semester Grade:10,11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:PhysicalEducation9(PhysicalEducationorElective)

PhysicalEducation10involvesparticipationinunitsbasedonintroductorytoadvancedlevelsofskill. Thesemesterwillincludeteamandindividualsportsunits.

PHYSICALEDUCATION10/BOWLING FirstSemester,SecondSemesterorBothZEROHOUR6:30-7:25A.M.CourseLength:1Semester Grade:10,11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:PhysicalEducation9(PhysicalEducationorElective)

Zero hour bowling involves participation in a league bowling style class. Class will learn all of the elements ofadvancedbowlingstyles,scoringandacompetitiveleaguebowlingformat.StudentsmusthavetheirowntransportationtoandfromtheKingPinBowlingCenter.Thecostoftheclassis$100.00persemester.WEIGHTTRAININGFORATHLETICPERFORMANCE FirstSemester,SecondSemesterorBothCourseLength:1Semester Grade:10,11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:Completed1semesterofPE9 Fee:$10.00 This course is designed for the highly motivated athlete to increase athletic performance through ground based,multiple joint activities. Progressive overload and periodization principles are the basis of the weights and conditioningprogram,whilefocusingonexplosivestrengthtrainingexercises.Allathleteswillbetaughtandrequiretousesafeandproperformforeachliftingexercise.Thisclassisopentovarsityathletesandmusthavetherecommendationofthevarsitycoachofeach sport. Sport specific programswill bedesigned for the individuals and considerationwill be taken for both in seasonappropriatemaintenancetrainingandoutofseasonbuildingand intensity. PLEASENOTE: Ifyou’rea freshmanFOOTBALLstudentathletepleasetrytotakePE9firstsemester.

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LIFEGUARDING/FIRSTAID FirstSemesterorSecondSemesterCourseLength:1Semester Grade:10,11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:15Yearsofage/advanced(PhysicalEducationorElective) swimmingskills;1semesterofPE9

Fee:$120.00-Feeincludesbook;firstaidsupplies;adult,infantCPRmask;certificationthroughtheAmericanRedCross

Lifesaving/CPRfortheprofessionalrescuerandfirstaidisincludedinthiscourse.Attheendoftheunitstudentswillhavethepotentialtobecertifiedlifeguards.ROCKYMOUNTAINHIGH FirstSemesterorSecondSemesterCourseLength:1Semester Grade:11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:Completed1semesterofPE9(PhysicalEducationorElective) and1semesterofPE10 Fee:$25.00

Thiscoursewillallowthestudenttoacquireskillsthroughphysicalandmentalchallenges.Theactivitiesinthiscoursemay include, but are not limited to: activities to promote teamwork and cooperation, indoor and outdoor low-challengeactivities,indoorclimbingwall,orienteering,topographicalmapdesign,andoutdoorcookingandcamping

HEALTH

HEALTH FirstSemesterorSecondSemesterCourseLength:1Semester Grade:10CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:None

Thiscoursewillinfluenceattitudestowardhealth,whichwillpromoterespectforthehumanmindandbodyandthefactorswhichfosteroptimumhealthfulliving.Goodhealthshallbeidentifiedasmental,socialandphysicalwell-being,andnotmerely theabsenceofdiseaseand infirmity. Emphasiswillbeplacedondevelopingself-esteemandpositive intra-personalrelationships. Thestudentswillbeencouragedtoexploretheemerginghealth informationanddeveloptheabilitytoweighthevalidityofsuchinformationforapplicationtotheirexistinghealthstatus.

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SUGGESTED SCIENCE COURSE SEQUENCE

School-to-CareerPath CollegePrepPath CollegePrepPath (Notscienceoriented) (Scienceoriented)

ElectiveScienceCourses: AdvancedPlacementCourses:• Oceanology • Biology• AnatomyandPhysiology • Chemistry • EnvironmentalScience • EnvironmentalScience• Astronomy • Physics *This is a very general overview of Doherty’s science courses. There will be cases where a student will certainly want to“double-up”sciencecourses. Manystudentswillbeginas freshmen inPhysical,Earth,andSpaceScience,andthenwanttotakemorethanthreeadditionalsciencecourses.Studentsshoulddiscusstheseoptionswiththeirscienceteachers,counselorsandparents.Startingwiththegraduatingclassof2021thedistrictgraduationrequirementsforscienceareasfollows:

• 2CreditsinBiology(Regular,HonorsorAP)• 2CreditsinPhysicalScience(PESS,Chemistry,orPhysics)

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EARTH,SPACE&PHYSICALSCIENCE* FullYearCourseLength:2Semesters Grade:9,10CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:None(ScienceRequirementorElective)

Thiscoursewillprovidethefoundationforsomeofthebasicconceptsofphysicalsciencethroughthe lensofEarthScience.Topicsincludeplatetectonics,geologictime,weatherandclimate,theEarth-Moonsystem,starsandgalaxies,rocksandminerals.Subtopics,basedinthephysicalsciences,includematterandphasechange,atomicstructure,chemicalbonding,conservationofmassandenergy,andNewtonianphysics.Thiscourseisalignedtothestateanddistrictcontentstandardsandisalaboratoryclass.ENVIRONMENTALSCIENCE* FullYearCourseLength:2Semesters Grade:11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:Earth,Space&PhysicalScienceand(ScienceRequirementorElective) Biology

EnvironmentalScienceisasystematicstudyoflivingsystemswithemphasisoninteractionofthelivingsystemswiththenaturalenvironments.Itteachesstudentstoviewtheenvironmentasanintegralpartoftheirlivesandcommunity.Thisisanissues-orientedenvironmentalstudiescoursethatinvestigatesandanalyzescommunityproblemsandusesknowledgeandprocessesofsciencetosuggestoptionsforthesolutionsoftheseproblems.Thiscourseemphasizesproblemsolving,decision-making,andhands-onlearning.

ENVIRONMENTALSCIENCEADVANCEDPLACEMENT* FullYearCourseLength:2Semesters Grade:11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:Chemistry,Biology,twoyearsof(ScienceRequirementorElective) mathematicsbeyondAlgebra ThiscourseisastudyofthenaturalsciencesinaninterdisciplinarycontextthatexaminespeopleandhowtheyhaveinfluencedtheEarth’ssystems.Itincludesmanyaspectsofbiology,earthscience,chemistry,physics,andhumanpopulationdynamics. BIOLOGY1,2* FullYearCourseLength:2Semesters Grade:10,11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:Successfulcompletionof(ScienceRequirementorElective) Earth,Space&PhysicalScience

This is a comprehensive course designed to provide students with the key biological concepts to meet state anddistrict standards. Topics include cell structure and function, general plant and animal biology, and ecological interactionsamongorganisms.Biologyskillsandprocessesincludeproblemsolving,criticalthinking,andhandsonlaboratoryexperiences.BIOLOGY1,2H* FullYearCourseLength:2Semesters Grade:9,10CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:9thgradeby8thgradeteacher(ScienceRequirementorElective) onrecommendationformonly Grade10,11,12musthavesuccessfulcompletion ofEarth,Space&PhysicalScience

Honors Biology is a science course for high school studentswith a strong interest in science. Instruction includesanalysis,synthesis,andevaluationof informationobtainedfromprintandlaboratoryresearch. Studentsareexpectedtodoindependent research, plan investigations, practice self-evaluation, and give evidence of applying knowledge outside theclassroom. This isacomprehensivecoursedesignedtoprovidestudentswiththekeybiologicalconceptstomeetstateanddistrictstandards.

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BIOLOGY1,2ADVANCEDPLACEMENT* FullYearCourseLength:2Semesters Grade:11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:BiologyandChemistry(ScienceRequirementorElective) LabFeeandlabtextfees:$50

Thisclassincludesmolecular,cellular,organismal,andpopulationbiologyastaughtsystematicallyatthecollegelevel.Instructionincludesanalysis,synthesis,andevaluationofinformationobtainedfrombothprintandlaboratoryresearch.Thelabisusedextensively,includingsomesophisticatedinstrumentation.Individualstudentstudyandextendedlaboratoryworkisencouraged. StudentswillbepreparedtotaketheNationalAdvancedPlacementExaminationneartheendof theschoolyear.

COLLEGE-PREPCHEMISTRY* FullYearCourseLength:2Semesters Grade:10,11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:Algebra1,2(ScienceRequirementorElective)

Thisisaquantitativeanddescriptivesciencethatdealswiththecompositionofmatter,thechangeofcompositionofmatterandtheenergyinvolvedinthesechanges. Chemistry isalsoconcernedwiththepropertiesandstructuresofmatter.Independentproblemsolvingandopen-endedlabsarerequired. COLLEGEPREPCHEMISTRY1,2H* FullYearCourseLength:2Semesters Grade:10,11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:Algebra1,2;Pre-testandTeacher(ScienceRequirementorElective) approval

Thisisaquantitativeandanalyticalstudyofthecompositionofmatter,thechangeofcompositionofmatter,andtheenergy involved inthesechanges. Propertiesandstructuresofmatterareanalyzed. Thiscoursedealswiththetopics fromCollege-Prep Chemistry in greater depth and complexity. Higher reasoning skills are demanded,more out-of-class work isrequired,andindependentstudyskillsareutilized.

CHEMISTRYADVANCEDPLACEMENT* FullYearCourseLength:2Semesters Grade:11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:College-PrepChemistry(ScienceRequirementorElective) orHonorsChemistry;Algebra3,4This isacollege-levelchemistryprogramemphasizingchemistryconcepts inmuchgreaterdepththanfound intheCollege-PrepChemistrycourse.College-leveltexts,laboratorysituations,andlaboratoryinstrumentationareused.Independentstudyisutilizedwheneverpossible.StudentsareencouragedtotaketheNationalAdvancedPlacementExaminationneartheendofthecourse.HUMANANATOMYandPHYSIOLOGY1,2* FullYearHonorsCreditAvailableCourseLength:2Semesters Grade:11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:SuccessfulcompletionofBiology(ScienceRequirementorElective) Labandlabtextfees:$20

Thiscourseisasystematicstudyofthestructureandfunctionsofthehumanbody.Thecurriculumcoversthemajororgan systems of the human body as they relate to health and disease. Instruction uses laboratory activities includingdissectionstoenablestudentstovisualizebasicanatomicalstructurescomparabletothoseinhumans.Thiscourseservesasinitialpreparationforstudyinphysicaleducation,healthandmedicalsciences.OCEANOLOGY* FullYearCourseLength:1or2Semesters Grade:11,12(Grade10ifspaceisavailable)CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:Algebra1,2;Earth,Space&(ScienceRequirementorElective) PhysicalScienceandBiology Labfees:$15

Thiscourseisastudyoftheoceansoftheworld.Thebiological,chemical,geologicandphysicalaspectsoftheoceansarepresentedindetail. Historicaloceanology,environmentalconsiderations,andcareeropportunitiesareexaminedthoughthestudyofoceanology.

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PHYSICS1,2* FullYearCourseLength:2Semesters Grade:11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:Algebra3,4;Chemistry1,2(ScienceRequirementorElective) WebAssignFee:TBA

Physicsisthestudyofmotion,forces,energy,light,sound,electricity,andmagnetism.Studentswillbeexpectedtodemonstrate a command of science process skills. They will solve problems by observing demonstrations, conductingexperiments,andapplyingmathproceduresandskills.Physicshasapplicationsinmanyfieldsincludingathletics,engineeringandtechnology,liberalarts,andmedicineandhealth.

PHYSICS1,2H* FullYearCourseLength:2Semesters Grade:11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:Completionoforcon-current(ScienceRequirementorElective) withTrigonometry;Pre-testandTeacher

approval;successfulcompletionofChemistryWebAssignFee:$15

Honors Physics is the study of motion, forces, energy, light, sound, electricity, and magnetism. Students will beexpected to demonstrate a command of science process skills. They will solve problems by observing demonstrations,conducting experiments, and applymath procedures and skills. Physics has applications inmany fields including athletics,engineeringandtechnology,liberalarts,andmedicineandhealth.Thishonorscoursedealswiththecontentandobjectiveingreaterdepthandcomplexity.Higherreasoningskillsareneeded,moreout-of-classworkisexpected,andindependentstudyskillsareutilized.

PHYSICS1,2ADVANCEDPLACEMENT* FullYearCourseLength:2Semesters Grade:12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:Physics(regularorhonors),(ScienceRequirementorElective) Calculus(completionorconcurrent)required WebAssignFee:$15 Thiscourseformsthefirstpartofthecollegesequencethatservesasafoundationinphysicsforstudentsmajoringinthephysical sciencesandengineering. The subjectmatterof the course isprincipallymechanicsandelectricity-magnetism.Strong emphasis is placed on solving physics problems, some of whichwill require calculus. Additionally, studentswill beexpected to demonstrate, in a variety of ways, a rigorous understanding of the concepts central to the above domains ofphysicsandwillperformappropriateexperimentsthroughthetwosemesters.StudentswillbepreparedtotakebothpartsoftheAPPhysicsCexamuponcompletionofthecourseofstudy.

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The6requiredcreditsofSocialStudiesincludesspecificallyafullyearofU.S.HistoryandasemesterofU.S.Government.Theremaining3creditsofSocialStudiesmaybefulfilledbyanyoftheclassesintheSocialStudiesdepartment.CriminalandConstitutionalLawAmericanPopularCultureCurrentIssuesGeography:PeopleandPlacesPrinciplesofEconomicsPsychologySociologyU.S.GovernmentU.S.HistoryReconstructiontoPresent1,2WorldHistory—1450toPresent1,2TherequiredsemesterofEconomicsisa“standalone”graduationrequirementandisnotincludedinthe6requiredcreditsofSocialStudies.Economics

Thefollowingcoursescanbeusedtofulfilltherequirementfor3unitsofSocialSciences;atleastoneofwhichmustbeU.S.Historyorworldcivilization(3years/6semesters).Coursescompletedbeyondthe3requiredunitsmaybeusedtofulfilltherequirementfor2unitsofAcademicElectives(2years/4semesters):AnyHonors,AdvancedPlacement,InternationalBaccalaureate,orcollege-levelcourses.EconomicsGeography:PeopleandPlacesPrinciplesofEconomicsPsychologySociologyU.S.GovernmentU.S.HistoryReconstructiontoPresent1,2WorldHistory—1450toPresent1,2Thefollowingcoursescanbeusedtofulfilltherequirementfor2unitsofAcademicElectives(2years/4semesters):CriminalandConstitutionalLawAmericanPopularCultureCurrentIssues

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SOCIALSTUDIES21stCENTURYGEOGRAPHYandWORLDHISTORY1,2* FullYearSeedescriptionbelow-21stCENTURYGEOGRAPHYandWORLDHISTORY1,2H•* FullYearCourseLength:2Semesters Grade:9CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:None(SocialStudiesRequirementorElective) *Teacher/counselorapproval

WorldHistory isa surveyofmajordevelopments in thehistoryof theworld from1450 to thepresentday. Worldgeographywillalsobeemphasized.Thestudyofourworld'spastwillrevealhistorical,political,economic,social,andculturalconnectionsandrelationships.Anappreciationofpredominatelywesternheritageandanunderstandingofhowworldeventsrelateinaninterdependentworldwillbestressed.

•TheHonorscourseisdesignedtoprovideenrichmentforcollege-boundstudents. Emphasisisplacedonadvancedlevelsofinterpretationandevaluationofhistoricalmaterial.UNITEDSTATESHISTORY3,4* FullYearSeedescriptionbelow-UNITEDSTATESHISTORY3,4H* FullYearCourseLength:2Semesters Grade:10CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:None;(SocialStudiesRequirement,HumanitiesorElective) *Teacher/counselorapproval

UnitedStatesHistoryisasurveyofmajordevelopmentsinthiscountryfromtheReconstructionperiodtothepresentday. The role of the United States in world events will also be emphasized during the 19th, 20th, and 21st centuries. Anappreciation of the heritage of the United States and an understanding of how past events relate to current events in aninterdependentworldwillbestressed.

•TheHonorscourseisdesignedtoprovideenrichmentforcollege-boundstudents. Emphasisisplacedonadvancedlevelsofinterpretationandevaluationofhistoricalmaterial.ECONOMICS FirstSemesterorSecondSemesterCourseLength:1Semester Grade:12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:None(EconomicsRequirementorElective)

This class is designed to provide studentswith insight into theAmerican free enterprise systemandhow they cansucceedwithinthesystemasconsumers.Thecourseincludesinstructioningoalsetting,timemanagement,jobinterviewandapplication techniques,methods of compensation, a brief study of economics and free enterprise. banking services, checkwriting,productwarrantiesandliabilities,purchasingauto/rentalinsurance,andconsumercredit.PRINCIPLESOFECONOMICS* FirstSemesterorSecondSemesterCourseLength:1Semester Grade:12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:None(EconomicsRequirement,SocialStudies,HumanitiesorElective)

Thiscourse includes thebasicconceptsofeconomic theoryandtheirapplicationtonational, stateand local issues.Topics include thebasic concepts of economics,microeconomic issues,macroeconomics issues, and international economicissues.Emphasisisplacedoneconomicliteracytopreparestudentsforcollegestudies.PSYCHOLOGY* FirstSemesterorSecondSemester CourseLength:1Semester Grade:11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:None(SocialStudies,HumanitiesorElective)

Psychologyisthestudyofindividualhumanbehaviorandmentalprocesses.Thisintroductorycoursefocusesonthenatureofbehavioralscience,methodsofscientificstudy, intelligencepersonality, learning,consciousness,stress,adjustmentandabnormalbehavior.

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UNITEDSTATESGOVERNMENT* FirstSemesterorSecondSemesterCourseLength:1Semester Grade:11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:None(SocialStudies,HumanitiesorElective)

The opportunity for most United States citizens to acquire the knowledge and dispositions essential for informedeffectivecitizenshipduring their schoolyears. Therefore,UnitedStateGovernment isdesigned toenhance responsibleandinformedparticipateinciviclife.ThiscoursewillincorporatetheColoradoCiviccontentstandards,andkeythemeswillincludethe purpose of government and heritage of theUnited States government, comparative government, the Constitution as alivingdocument,politicalparties,citizenshiprightsandresponsibilities,stateandlocalgovernmentsandgovernmentrelationstoworldaffairs.

ISSUESINTHE21stCENTURY* FirstSemesterorSecondSemesterCourseLength:1Semester Grade:11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:None(SocialStudies,HumanitiesorElective)

Thiscourseisgearedtostudentswhowanttoknowmoreabouttheworldinwhichtheylive.Currenttroublespotsare examined, as well as age-old problems of civilization. Current issues having historical roots are explored and possibleoutcomescenariosdeveloped.Emphasisisontheinternationalaspectoftheissue.CRIMINALandCONSTITUTIONALLAW FirstSemesterorSecondSemesterCourseLength:1Semester Grade:11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:None(SocialStudies,HumanitiesorElective)

Thiscourseisdesignedtoexplorethelegalsystem.Keythemeswillincludeexaminingcivilandcriminallaw,exploringthestructureofthelegalsystem,andbalancingrightswithresponsibilities.SOCIOLOGY* FirstSemesterorSecondSemesterCourseLength:1Semester Grade:11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:None(SocialStudies,HumanitiesorElective)

Sociology is the studyof groupbehavior, society, and the socialorder. This course includesanexaminationof thedifferencesinsocietalbehavior,socialclasssystems,minoritygroups,poverty,prejudices,andcurrentsocialmovements.U.S.HISTORYADVANCEDPLACEMENT* FullYearCourseLength:2Semesters Grade:11CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:Teacher/counselor(SocialStudiesRequirement) approvalandsuccessfulcompletionof

U.S./World3,4Studentswillundergoarigorousstudyoffactualandinterpretativehistoricalmaterial.Studentsmayelecttotakethe

NationalAdvancedPlacementExaminationgiveninMayandwillreceivecollegecreditorplacementbasedonexamresults.EUROPEANHISTORYADVANCEDPLACEMENT* FullYearCourseLength:2Semesters Grade:11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:Teacher/counselor(SocialStudies,HumanitiesorElective) approvalandsuccessfulcompletionof

U.S./World3,4Studentswillundergoarigorousstudyoffactualandinterpretativehistoricalmaterial.Studentsmayelecttotakethe

NationalAdvancedPlacementExaminationinMayandwillreceivecollegecreditorplacementbasedonexamresults.

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PSYCHOLOGYADVANCEDPLACEMENT* FullYearCourseLength:2Semesters Grade:11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:Teacherapproval(SocialStudies,HumanitiesorElective) TheAPPsychology course is designed to introduce students to the systematic and scientific studyof behavior andmental processes of human beings and other animals. Students are exposed to the psychological facts, principles, andphenomena associateswith each of themajor subfieldswithin psychology. They also learn about the ethics andmethodspsychologistsuseintheirscienceandpractice.MICRO/MACROECONOMICSADVANCEDPLACEMENT* FullYearCourseLength:2Semesters Grade:12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:Teacher/counselorapproval(EconomicsRequirement,SocialStudies,HumanitiesorElective)

Studentswillundergoarigorousstudyoftheprinciplesofeconomicsthatapplytoaneconomicsystemasawhole.StudentsmayelecttotaketheNationalAdvancedPlacementExaminationinMayandwillreceivecollegecreditorplacementbasedonexamresults.AMERICANGOVERNMENTADVANCEDPLACEMENT* FullYearCourseLength:2Semesters Grade:11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:Teacherapproval(SocialStudies,HumanitiesorElective) andsuccessfulcompletionof

U.S./World3,4Thecourse isdesigned togivestudentsacriticalperspectiveongovernmentandpolitics in theUnitedStates. The

political foundation, theory, and organization of federal, state, county, and local government are examined. In addition,studentswillbecomefamiliarwiththevarious institutions,groups,beliefsandpracticesthatmakeuptheAmericanpoliticalreality.Studentswillundergoarigorousstudyoffactualandinterpretativematerial.StudentsmayelecttotaketheNationalAdvancedPlacement Examination inMay andwill receive college credit or placement basedon exam results. This coursefulfillsgovernmentrequirement.

HUMANGEOGRAPHYADVANCEDPLACEMENT* FullYearCourseLength:2Semesters Grade:9,10,11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:Studentsshouldbeabletoread(SocialStudiesRequirement) collegeleveltextsandhaveexcellentwritingskills The AP Human Geography course is equivalent to an introductory college-level course in human geography. TheCourse introduces students to the systematic studyofpatternsandprocesses thathave shapedhumanunderstanding,use,and alteration of Earth’s surface. Students employ spatial concepts and landscape analysis to examine socioeconomicorganization and its environmental consequences. They also learn about themethods and tools geographers use in theirresearchandapplications.ThecurriculumreflectsthegoalsoftheNationalGeographyStandards(2012).

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Special Education classes, programs, and services are provided for students with identified educational disabilities

relatedto learning,social/emotional,and/orphysical limitations. Placement ismadebytheSpecialEducationstaffingteam,withparentapproval.

Course creditsmaybeearned inmost areas. Course titlesdesignated "Fundamentalof" areprovided for studentsrequiringanalternativecurriculuminlieuofaregulareducationcourse.Thiscurriculumisdesignedtosystematicallypreparestudents to successfully further their education and/or function in an integrated vocational, recreational and communitysettingupongraduation.

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ThetwosemestersofHumanitiescreditcanbefulfilledbyoneyearofanyforeignlanguage.French1,2;3,4;5,6;7,8German1,2;3,4;5,6;7,8Greek1,2Latin1,2;3,4;5,6;7,8Spanish1,2;3,4;5,6;7,8

Thefollowingcoursescanbeusedtofulfilltherequirementfor1unitofthesamelanguageforthosegraduatingintheclassof2010andthereafter(1year/2semesters):AnyHonors,AdvancedPlacement,InternationalBaccalaureate,orcollege-levelcourses.French1,2;3,4;5,6;7,8German1,2;3,4;5,6;7,8Greek1,2Latin1,2;3,4;5,6;7,8Spanish1,2;3,4;5,6;7,8Beforethespringof2010,2yearsofaforeignlanguagecanbeusedtofulfilltherequirementfor2unitsofAcademicElectives(2years/4semesters).After2010,thesecondandthirdyearofstudyinthesameforeignlanguagemaybeusedtofulfilltheAcademicElectiverequirement.

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FRENCH1,2* FullYearCourseLength:2Semesters Grade:9,10,11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:None(HumanitiesorElective)

Thiscoursedevelopsthelanguageskillsoflistening,speaking,readingandwriting.Throughavarietyofenrichmentactivities andabasic text, the student learns to communicate in the languageand to appreciate the cultureof the French-speakingworld.FRENCH3,4* FullYearCourseLength:2Semesters Grade:9,10,11,12CreditPerSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:French1,2andpassinggrade(HumanitiesorElective)

Thiscoursebroadenstheknowledgeandreinforcesthe languageskills introduced inFrench1,2. Thestudenttakespart in lessons designed tomake the study of French interesting and practical and develops a deeper appreciation of theFrenchlanguagethroughayearlongseriesofculturalexperiences.

“The School Board has approved an honors component for 2nd year language courses. Students must completesupplementalworkoutsideofclasstofulfillhonorsrequirements. Ifstudentsdonotcompleteeveryrequiredelement,or iftheiraveragesfortheclassarelowerthanaB,theywillreceivegeneralcreditinsteadoftheHonorsdesignation.”FRENCH5,6* FullYearCourseLength:2Semesters Grade:10,11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:French3,4andgradeof"C"or(HumanitiesorElective) better

InthiscoursethestudentappliestheskillsandexpandsupontheknowledgeacquiredinthefirsttwoyearsofFrenchand becomes more versatile in the language by conversing, reading, and writing. Various literary selections enrich thestudent'sculturalunderstanding. “The School Board has approved an honors component for 3rd year language courses. Students must completesupplementalworkoutsideofclasstofulfillhonorsrequirements. Ifstudentsdonotcompleteeveryrequiredelement,or iftheiraveragesfortheclassarelowerthanaB,theywillreceivegeneralcreditinsteadoftheHonorsdesignation.”FRENCH7,8H* FullYearCourseLength:2Semesters Grade:11,12CreditperSemester1.0 Prerequisite:French5,6(HumanitiesorElective) Teacherapproval

This isacourse intendedforacademicallyorientedstudentswhohavecompletedthreeyearsofhighschoolFrenchandaremotivatedtofurtherdeveloptheirnewskills.Grammarwillbereviewedasneededtoaidproficiencyinthelanguage.Emphasismay also be placed on reading, translating and discussing examples of poetry, drama and narrative prose. Oneenrichmentsprojectselectedbythestudentwillberequiredeachsemester.FRENCH9,10ADVANCEDPLACEMENT* FullYearCourseLength:2Semesters Grade:11,12CreditperSemester1.0 Prerequisite:French7,8Honors(HumanitiesorElective) Teacherapproval

This coursewill provide an experience comparable to that of a college French language course. It is intended forhighlymotivated studentswhohavemastered the basic language skills, and have a teacher recommendation. Emphasis isplaced on oral and written communication as a variety of authentic texts, including but not limited to, literary texts, arestudied. StudentsmayelecttotaketheNationalAdvancedPlacementExaminationinMayandwillreceivecollegecreditorplacementbasedonexamresults.ThisclassisconductedalmostentirelyinFrench.

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GERMAN1,2* FullYearCourseLength:2Semesters Grade:9,10,11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:None(HumanitiesorElective)

Thiscoursedevelopsthelanguageskillsoflistening,speaking,readingandwriting.Throughavarietyofenrichmentactivitiesandabasic text, the student learns to communicate in the languageand toappreciate the cultureof theGermanspeakingworld.GERMAN3,4* FullYearCourseLength:2Semesters Grade:9,10,11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:German1,2andPassinggrade(HumanitiesorElective)

ThiscoursebroadenstheknowledgeandreinforcesthelanguageskillsintroducedinGerman1,2.Thestudenttakespart in lessons designed tomake the study ofGerman interesting and practical and develops a deeper appreciation of theGermanlanguagethroughayearlongseriesofculturalexperiences.GERMAN5,6* FullYearCourseLength:2Semesters Grade:10,11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:German3,4andgradeof"C"or(HumanitiesorElective) better

InthiscoursethestudentappliestheskillsandexpandsupontheknowledgeacquiredinthefirsttwoyearsofGermanand becomes more versatile in the language by conversing, reading, and writing. Various literary selections enrich thestudent'sculturalunderstanding.

“The School Board has approved an honors component for 3rd year language courses. Students must completesupplementalworkoutsideofclasstofulfillhonorsrequirements. Ifstudentsdonotcompleteeveryrequiredelement,or iftheiraveragesfortheclassarelowerthanaB,theywillreceivegeneralcreditinsteadoftheHonorsdesignation.”

GERMAN7,8H* FullYearCourseLength:2Semesters Grade:11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:German5,6(HumanitiesorElective) Teacherapproval

Thiscourse is intended foracademicallyorientedstudentswhohavecompleted threeyearsofhighschoolGermanandaremotivatedtofurtherdeveloptheirnewskills.Grammarwillbereviewedasneededtoaidproficiencyinthelanguage.Emphasisisplacedonspeaking,reading,writing,listeningthroughreadingshortstories,poetry,anovel,aplayandlisteningtoaGermanmysteryplay.Oneenrichmentprojectselectedbythestudentwillberequiredeachsemester.GERMAN9,10ADVANCEDPLACEMENT* FullYearCourseLength:2Semesters Grade:11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:German7,8Honors(HumanitiesorElective) Teacherapproval

Thiscoursewillprovideandexperiencecomparabletothatofacollege-levelliteratureorcompositionGermancourse.It is intended for highlymotivated studentswho havemastered basic language skills and have a teacher recommendation.Emphasis is placed on grammar, reading, and vocabulary expansion. Students may elect to take the National AdvancedPlacement Examination andwill receive college credit or placement based on exam results. The class is conducted almostentirelyinGerman.LATIN1,2* FullYearCourseLength:2Semesters Grade:9,10,11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:None(HumanitiesorElective)

ThiscourseintroducesbasicformsandstructureofLatin,developsvocabularyandreadingfacility,andoffersglimpsesofclassicalcivilization.

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LATIN3,4* FullYearCourseLength:2Semesters Grade:9,10,11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:Latin1,2andpassinggrade(HumanitiesorElective)

Thiscourse isanenlargementonthestructuralpatternsofLatin,withmore intensiveandcomprehensivereadings,including selections from authentic Latin sources. The study of classical culturewill derive, in themain, from actual Latinreadings,aswellasfromEnglishsources.LATIN5,6* FullYearCourseLength:2Semesters Grade:10,11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:Latin3,4andgradeof"C"or(HumanitiesorElective) better

TeacherapprovalThisisacourseinwhichthestudentappliestheskillsandexpandsupontheknowledgeacquiredduringthefirsttwo

yearsofLatin.Grammaticalstructuresarereviewedandvariousliteraryselectionschallengethestudent'stranslationskillsandenrichhistoricalbackground. “The School Board has approved an honors component for 3rd year language courses. Students must completesupplementalworkoutsideofclasstofulfillhonorsrequirements. Ifstudentsdonotcompleteeveryrequiredelement,or iftheiraveragesfortheclassarelowerthanaB,theywillreceivegeneralcreditinsteadoftheHonorsdesignation.”LATIN7,8H* FullYearCourseLength:2Semesters Grade:11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:Latin5,6(HumanitiesorElective) Teacherapproval

ThiscourseisintendedforacademicallyorientedstudentswhohavecompletedthreeyearsofhighschoolLatinstudyand are motivated to study advanced Latin literature. Special emphasis is placed on historical interpretation and literaryanalysisofauthenticLatintexts.Oneenrichmentprojectselectedbythestudentwillberequiredeachsemester.LATIN9,10ADVANCEDPLACEMENT* FullYearCourseLength:2Semesters Grade:11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:Latin7,8H(HumanitiesorElective) Teacherapproval

This is a college-level course, aligned with the Educational Testing Service requirements, which covers theunderstandingand interpretationofLatinLiterature (CatullusandOvid,Horace,orCicero)orVergil (Aeneid). StudentsmayelecttotaketheNationalAdvancedPlacementExaminationandwillreceivecollegecreditorplacementbasedonexamresults.SPANISH1,2* FullYearCourseLength:2Semesters Grade:9,10,11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisites:None

ThiscourseenablesstudentstoattainameasurabledegreeofcompetencyandproficiencyincommunicationthroughtheNationalForeignLanguageStandards(communication,cultures,connections,comparisonsandcommunities)andColoradoState Foreign Language Standards: (listening, reading, speaking, writing and culture). Students will listen to comprehendinformationspoken in the target language. Applypronunciation rulesand intonationpatterns,usevocabulary,grammaticalformsandstructuresofthetargetlanguagetoconveymeaning.Studentswillaccessinformationtoexpandknowledgeaboutculturesandhumanexperience,expressideasthroughwriting,communicatewithothersinthetargetlanguageanddevelopanunderstandingoftheculturesinwhichthelanguageisspoken.SPANISH3,4* FullYearCourseLength:2Semesters Grade:9,10,11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:Spanish1,2andpassinggrade(HumanitiesorElective)

ThiscoursebroadenstheknowledgeandreinforcesthelanguageskillsintroducedinSpanish1,2.Thestudenttakespart in lessons designed tomake the study of Spanish interesting and practical and develops a deeper appreciation of theSpanishlanguagethroughayearlongseriesofculturalexperiences.

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SPANISH5,6* FullYearCourseLength:2Semesters Grade:10,11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:Spanish3,4andgradeof"C"or(HumanitiesorElective) better

Thisisacourseinwhichthestudentappliestheskillsandexpandsupontheknowledgeacquiredinthefirsttwoyearsof Spanish. Emphasiswill be placed on reading,writing and speaking through the use of authenticmaterial and culturallyrelevant topics. Studentswill beprovidedwithanongoing reinforcementof grammatical structures tohelp them focusonusingthetargetlanguagetointeractwithauthenticsourcesinsideandoutsidetheclassroom.

“The School Board has approved an honors component for 3rd year language courses. Students must completesupplementalworkoutsideofclasstofulfillhonorsrequirements. Ifstudentsdonotcompleteeveryrequiredelement,or iftheiraveragesfortheclassarelowerthanaB,theywillreceivegeneralcreditinsteadoftheHonorsdesignation.”SPANISH7,8H* FullYearCourseLength:2Semesters Grade:11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:Spanish5,6(HumanitiesorElective) Teacherapproval

ThisacourseintendedforacademicallyorientedstudentswhohavecompletedthreeyearsofhighschoolSpanishandaremotivatedtofurtherdeveloptheirlanguageskills.Grammarwillbecontinuedatanadvancedleveltoaidproficiencyinthetargetlanguage.Thestudentbecomesmoreversatileinthelanguagebypracticingacombinationofintegratedskills(listening,reading,speakingandwriting)toresembleavarietyofinteractivesituations.

SPANISHLANGUAGE9,10ADVANCEDPLACEMENT* FullYearCourseLength:2Semesters Grade:11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:Spanish7,8H(HumanitiesorElective) Teacherapproval

The AP Spanish Language Course focuses on developing proficiency and integrating language skills through TheNationalStandardsforForeignLanguageLearning:Communication,Cultures,Connections,ComparisonsandCommunities.TheAPSpanishLanguagecourseisintendedtobeconductedalmostexclusivelyinSpanishandstudentsareencouragedtousethetarget language consistentlywith their teachers and peers. This coursewill provide frequent opportunities for students tointegratethefourlanguageskills(listening,reading,speakingandwriting)throughtheuseofauthenticmaterial.Thisclassisequivalenttoafifthorsixthsemestercollegeanduniversitycoursesthatfocusonlistening,reading,speakingandwriting inthetargetlanguageatanadvancedlevelofproficiency.CLASSICALGREEK1 FullYearCourseLength:2Semesters Grade:10,11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:Latin1,2ortwoyearsofanother(HumanitiesorElective) foreignlanguagewitha“C’average This intensive course provides the skills in the forms, structure, and vocabulary a student needs to begin readingancientGreekonhisorherown.FromthestartstudentswillreadtextsadaptedfromauthenticGreekoriginals,suchasPlato,Demosthenes,Aristophanes,Herodotus,andHomer.Grammaticalstudywillsupportthedevelopmentofprecisereadingskills.

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MISCELLANEOUS

APSEMINAR FullYearCourseLength:1Semester Grade:10,11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:Concurrentenrollmentinatleast(ElectiveCredit) oneotherAPcourse AP Seminar is a foundational course that engages students in cross-curricular conversations that explore thecomplexitiesof academic and real-world topics and issuesby analyzingdivergentperspective. Students learn to synthesizeinformation frommultiple sources,develop theirownperspectives inwrittenessays, anddesignanddeliveroral andvisualpresentations,bothindividuallyandaspartofateam.Ultimately,thecourseaimstoequipstudentswiththepowertoanalyzeandevaluateinformationwithaccuracyandprecisioninordertocraftandcommunicateevidence-basedarguments.APRESEARCH FullYearCourseLength:1Semester Grade:11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:APSeminar(ElectiveCredit) AP Research will further the skills from AP Seminar, by understanding research methodology, employing ethicalresearchpractices,andaccessing,analyzing,andsynthesizinginformationastheyaddressaresearchquestion. Studentswillexploretheirskilldevelopment,documenttheirprocesses,andcuratetheartifactsofthedevelopmentoftheirscholarlyworkin a portfolio. The course culminates in an academic paper of approximately 4,000-5,000 words (accompanied by aperformanceorexhibitionwhereapplicable)andapresentationwithanoraldefense.STUDENTASSISTANT FirstSemesterand/orSecondSemesterCourseLength:1Semester Grade:9,10,11,12CreditperSemester:.5 Prerequisite:Teacherapproval(ElectiveCredit)

The studentwill assist the staffmembers inavarietyofways suchas labpreparation, cleanup, classorganization,clericalduties,andmediaassistant.

Student assistants (including office, teacher,media center aide, and community service)will be given one-half (.5)crediteachsemesterbuta"G"gradebecausethereisnotaBoard-approvedspecificcurriculum.Thestudentwouldreceivecreditbutnotagradeforgradepointaverage,classrank,orhonorroll.TEACHERASSISTANTforLIFESKILLS FirstSemesterand/orSecondSemesterCourseLength:1Semester Grade:10,11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:Teacherapprovaland(ElectiveCredit) applicationprocess

Thiscourseisdesignedforthestudentwhowishestoaccepttheresponsibilityofbeingatutor.Theteacherassistantwill work with students with disabilities, in a specific course, aiding them in understanding what they can of the courseassignments. The student will have a chance to build self-confidence, reinforce past learning experiences and have thisadditionalopportunityforpeerinteraction.UCCS/PPCCPOSTSECONDARYPROGRAM FirstSemesterand/orSecondSemester-UCCS

FirstSemesterand/orSecondSemester-PPCCCourseLength:1Semester Grade:11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:Counselorapproval Thisprogrampermitshigh school students toenroll for classesatUCCSandPPCC. Theapplicationprocess for thespringsemesterbeginsinearlyNovemberandinearlyAprilforthefallsemester.Studentsmustmeetspecificrequirementstoparticipateandmayearnbothhighschoolandcollegecredit.Formoreinformationstudentsshouldcontacttheircounselor.

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STUDENTTUTOR FirstSemesterand/orSecondSemesterCourseLength:2Semesters Grade:10,11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:DepartmentChair/teacherapproval(ElectiveCredit) andapplicationprocess

The student must have willingness for tutoring just as he/she would for any other class and have a teacher ordepartment recommendation. This course is designed for the student who wishes responsibility, a chance to build self-confidence,contactwithotherpeopleandreinforcementofpastlearningexperiences.Thestudent-tutorwillworkwithonestudentorasmallgroupofstudentsinaspecificcourse.Oneelectivecreditpersemesterwillbegiven.Thetutorwillworkfivedaysaweekfor50-60minuteseachday.PEERCOUNSELING FullYearCourseLength:2Semesters Grade:9,10,11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:Applicationprocess(ElectiveCredit)

Peercounselorsarespeciallytrainedstudentswhoaredesirousofreachingoutandhelpingtheirpeers.Theyapplyinthespringandundergoarigorousscreeningand interviewprocessbeforebeingselectedtoservethefollowingschoolyear.Studentsarerecommendedbycounselors,teachersandfellowstudentsortheycanapplyontheirown. Themostessentialcriteria for being selected is a caring attitude. The goal is to provide outreach and support to fellow students and thecommunity.Studentswillreceiveonecreditforeachsemesterandagrade.

HEALTHSERVICESandHOSPITALITY/LODGINGPROGRAMSHEALTHII Firstand/orSecondSemesterCourseLength:1Semester Grade:10CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:None(ElectiveCredit) Thiscourseaddressesaspectsofthehumananatomy,growthanddevelopment,deathanddying,andbasicfirstaidapplication.Uponcompletionofthiscourse,studentswill:(1)haveknowledgeofhumanphysiology;(2)comprehendhumangrowthanddevelopmentandtheprocessofdying,and(3)knowledgeofapplyingbasicfirstaid.HEALTHCAREERS Firstand/orSecondSemesterCourseLength:1Semester Grade:10CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:None(ElectiveCredit) This course is anentry-level class for studentsentering theHealth SciencesPathway. This is a course for studentsconsideringacareerinhealth.Thestudentswillexploredifferenthealthcareoccupationsandtheirsettings.Employabilityskillswillbeintroducedusingavarietyofapplications.ETHICALandLEGALISSUESINHEALTHCARE Firstand/orSecondSemester CourseLength:1Semester Grade:10,11CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:HealthII(ElectiveCredit) This course is designed for 11th or 12th grade Academy of Health Science students that are planning a career inhealthcare.Medicalprofessionalsencounterhealthcaredilemmasthatarenotexperiencedbythegeneralpopulation.Theyare facedwith individual choices thatmust, of necessity, always take into consideration the common good of all patients.Medical-ethical decisions have become increasingly complicatedwith the advancement ofmedical science and technology.Theprimarygoalof this class is to teach students to think independently andbecome sensitive to the risks and issues thatpervadethefield.

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MEDICALTERMINOLOGY Firstand/orSecondSemesterCourseLength:1Semester Grade:11,12CreditperSemester:1.0 Prerequisite:None(ElectiveCredit) This course is designed for 11th or 12th grade students that have an interest in theHealth Sciences Pathway. Thiscourseemphasizesthe learningofLatinorGreekelementsused inmedicalterminology. Knowledgeoftheseelementswithsimplified meaning enables students to interpret and understand thousands of complex medical terms. This course is aprerequisiteforCAN,EMS,andEMT.HOSPITALITY,TRAVELandTOURISM1 FullYearCourseLength:2Semesters Grade:11CreditperSemester:2.0 Prerequisite:None(ElectiveCredit) ThefirstyearofthisprogramprovidesstudentswithanintroductiontotheLodgingManagementProgram.Unitsofstudyduringthiscourseinclude:OverviewofLodgingManagement,RoomsDivision,HousekeepingManagement,andCareers.Students will also be introduced to the important aspects of the travel industry including airline, resort, cruise line, andtourism.HOSPITALITY,TRAVELandTOURISM2 FullYearCourseLength:2Semesters Grade:12CreditperSemester:2.0 Prerequisite:Hospitality,TravelandTourism1(ElectiveCredit) During the final yearof thisprogram, studentsbuildupon the foundation skills learned first year andexpand theirknowledgeinLeadershipandManagement,SalesandMarketing.Asacapstone,studentsplanandparticipateinadestinationtravelevent(i.e.Disneyland,cruise,etc.)andcompleteanunpaidinternshipintheindustry.

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