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KINGMAN HIGH SCHOOL 2016-2017 CURRICULUM GUIDE AND ENROLLMENT INFORMATION

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KINGMAN HIGH SCHOOL

2016-2017

CURRICULUM GUIDE

AND ENROLLMENT INFORMATION

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Please use this curriculum guide as a guide to help you in determining in what classes you would like to enroll. These classes may change as various needs arise. This guide is available online at www.knusd331.com under the Counselor tab. As you review this guide and find you

have questions, please contact Kingman High School. We hope your time at KHS will be rewarding, challenging and fun!

OFFICE STAFF AT KINGMAN HIGH SCHOOL

Andy Albright, Principal [email protected] Telephone: 620.532.3136

Bill Kelley, Asst. Principal and Activity/Athletic Director [email protected] Fax: 620.532.3027

Becky Hegler, Counselor bhegler @knusd331.com www.knusd331.com

Treasa Wing, Administrative Assistant and Bookkeeper [email protected]

Debbie Minor, Administrative Assistant and Registrar [email protected]

CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS

Elevate, Student Council (STUCO), Future Farmers of America (FFA), Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) Debate, Scholar's Bowl, Teens Today Leaders Tomorrow (TTLT), Youth in Government (YIG), National Honor Society (NHS), Forensics

ATHLETICS Must meet the KSHSAA and District Level Guidelines to Participate

Football (Boys) Basketball (Boys and Girls)

Volleyball (Girls) Golf (Boys and Girls)

Track (Boys and Girls) Tennis (Boys and Girls)

Cheerleading Baseball (Boys)

Cross Country (Boys and Girls) Softball (Girls)

GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS FROM K.H.S

The following minimum graduation requirements have been established by the Kansas State Department of Education and the Board of Education of Unified School District #331:

Class of 2014+

24 credits are required for graduation. .

4 credits Language Arts

3 credits Social Science (Government, American History and World History)

3 credits Mathematics

3 credits Science

1 credit Physical Education/Health

1 credit Career & Life Planning/Personal Finance (Computer Technology)

1 credit Fine Arts

The remainder of the credits comes from electives

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Career & Technical Education Pathways (CTE)

This is where we will put the spreadsheet/short cut to the Pathways we have.

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CONCURRENT CREDIT

Kingman High School, with cooperation from Pratt Community College and Newman University, may offer concurrent college credit in Physics, College Bound Writing, College Algebra, Calculus, Trigonometry, English Literature B, Spanish III, Spanish IV and Vocational Courses (Advanced Accounting, Microcomputer Office Applications, Microcomputer OfficeDesktop Publishing, Web Page Design, Engine AnalysisApplied Electric Electronics, Adv. Ag Mechanics, Ag. Fabrication, Woods III and IV, and Drafting III and IV) if qualified faculty are available. Students who enroll in these courses will have the option to receive credit at KHS and PCC. To receive concurrent credit, the student will pay tuition and fees to PCC and meet PCC eligibility requirements for College Algebra, Trigonometry, Calculus and College Bound Writing. This is an option for the high school student classified as a junior or senior. A student does not have to enroll with PCC, but this is an excellent opportunity for KHS students to earn college credit while attending high school. Up to 24 credit hours may be earned in concurrent enrollment partnership classes. ** This was changed as of March 2014. You are now allowed an unlimited number of credit hours.**

In order for students to be eligible for PCC enrollment, they need an ACT Math score of 22 or higher to be eligible for college algebra for college credit, an ACT Math score of 24 for Trigonometry and an ACT Math score of 26 for Calculus. Must have an ACT English score of 18 or higher to take College Bound Writing, or take an entrance exam called COMPASS and meet the COMPASS qualifying score. COMPASS will be offered in the spring semester of the year previous to enrollment and in August of the current year. Students and parents may visit with the KHS Counselor or PCC for more information.

SENATE BILL (SB) 155

In the summer of 2012 the governor of Kansas made money available for students taking career and technical education classes that were also concurrent for college credit. The State of Kansas agreed to pay a high school student’s college tuition for certain CTE classes. These classes are labeled in the handbook “Offered as concurrent credit with Pratt Community College SB 155”. These classes will have minimal costs, mainly registration fees. The credit hour charges will be paid by the State of Kansas.

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FRESHMEN ENROLLMENT GUIDE

All freshmen are required to enroll in seven courses. Choose one from each of these five areas:

1. LANGUAGE ARTS:

● General English (Teacher Recommendation)

● English I

2. SCIENCE:

● Physical Science

3. MATH

● General Algebra (Teacher Recommendation)

● Algebra I

● Geometry (Teacher Recommendation)

4. HEALTH AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION: required of all freshmen

5. CONSUMER & PERSONAL FINANCE/CAREER & LIFE PLANNING: required of all freshmen.

The remaining two credits can be chosen from the following areas:

ART:

● Art I

BUSINESS:

● Marketing A & B

SOCIAL STUDIES:

● World History (Required either your freshman or sophomore year)

● Current Events

FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCES:

● Culinary Essentials (Semester Class)

● Textiles in Today’s Society (Semester Class)

● Baking and Pastry (Semester Class)

● Family Studies (Semester Class)

Human Growth and Development (Semester Class)

Housing and Interior Design (Semester Class)

VOCATIONAL DEPARTMENT:

● Drafting I

● Cabinetmaking and Furniture Design I (Woods I)

● Ag. Welding (Metals I)

● Intro to Agriscience

● Intro to Engineering Design

MUSIC:

● Band

● Choir

● Madrigals (By audition only)

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FOREIGN LANGUAGE:

∙ Spanish I LANGUAGE ARTS:

∙ Speech ∙ Theatre (Semester Class) ∙ Forensics (Semester Class)

GENERAL

● Study Skills (Teacher/Counselor Recommendation)

PHYSICAL EDUCATION

● Strength and Conditioning

Health

ARTArt I, II, III and IV are taught during the same class period.

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ART I

Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors

Credit -- 1 Credit

Prerequisite: None

This course deals with basics in drawing, painting, printmaking, sculpture, graphic design, and other 3 dimensional media and sketchbook. A brief study of the History of Art will be covered. This course is necessary for any further work in the Art Department. This course meets the fine arts requirement.

ART II

Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors

Credit -- l Credit

Prerequisite: Art I

The course is designed for a continuous study of medias used in Art I. Students will complete an outline of projects per semester and a sketchbook. Art History on famous artists life and accomplishments will be studied. This course meets the fine arts requirement.

ART III

Juniors and Seniors

Credit -- l Credit

Prerequisite: Art I & II

The course is designed for advanced study by students who have completed Art I and Art II. The student will be required to follow the course outline of projects. Art History reports are required. This course meets the fine arts requirement.

ART IV

Seniors

Credit -- l Credit

Prerequisite: Art I, Art II, and Art III

The course is designed for students who show a high interest in continuing into the art field after high school. The student must have completed Art I, Art II, and Art III. The student will determine their interest of continuation in Art and focus on the study of that. This course meets the fine arts requirement.

GRAPHIC DESIGN

Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors

Credit -- 1 Credit

Prerequisite: Art I

This course introduces the student to art intended to communicate information and advertising. The focus is on studying and using layout and design concepts used in the graphic design field. The student will employ both analog media (drawing with pencil and paper, etc.) and digital media – using up-to-date computer tools (graphic hardware and software – for drawing, painting, layout, typography, scanning, and photography).

GRAPHIC DESIGN II

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Juniors and Seniors

Credit -- 1 Credit

Prerequisite: Graphic Design I

This course is a continuation of Graphic Design I and more fully explores the interaction of text and image. Students will become more independent in use of fundamental components of graphic communication. Students will create independent and creative solutions to a series of design issues. The student’s knowledge of and exposure to contemporary design issues and graphic design history will be an important component of this course. Students will be expected to expand their proficiency in all aspects of the design process, including creative brainstorming, conceptualizing, critical thinking, collaboration and presentation. The student’s ability to take an idea to print stage using PhotoshopCS4 is assumed. Students will be working on major projects such as programs, sport schedules, photography, life size banners, etc.

BusinessACCOUNTING A & B

Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors

Credit -- 1 Credit

Prerequisite: None

This course is an introductory course designed to acquaint students with the fundamental principles of accounting. Time will be spent learning the complete accounting cycle. This includes analyzing and recording entries in journals, postings, completing the worksheets and preparing financial statements. Work will be done manually and by computer. Aplia web based workbooks will be used to complete the problems. Accounting for a service business, partnership accounting for a merchandising business, and corporate accounting for a merchandising business will be covered. accounting control system will be included.

ADVANCED ACCOUNTING

Juniors and Seniors

Credit -- 1 Credit

Prerequisite; Accounting A & B

Offered as concurrent credit with Pratt Community College as ACC 111 - SB 155.

This course is a continuation of Accounting I; accounting terminology related to the framework of accounting and the forms of business organization will be studied. Applications of accounting concepts will be demonstrated by using the Aplia web based workbooks with end of chapter problems. Professional accounting terms and concepts will be adapted for a corporation simulation. General accounting adjustments will be studied, and corporate accounting procedures will be used when completing a microcomputer simulation.

ENTREPRENEURSHIP

Sophomores, Juniors and Seniors

Credit 1 year, 1 credit

Entrepreneurship is designed to explore the personal characteristics and resources needed to profitably start and run a

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small business. Instruction will cover the concepts of entrepreneurship and the importance of small business within our free enterprise system. Students will be exposed to the basics of planning, organizing, financing, starting, operating and managing a small business venture. The components of a business will be applied by students to their own business simulation. Students will reinforce concepts by using the Virtual Business Retailing 3.0 software.

CONSUMER & PERSONAL FINANCE

Freshman, Sophomore, Junior and Senior

Credit 1 semester, .5 credit

This course is a requirement of graduation. Consumer Economics/Personal Finance courses provide students with an understanding of the concepts and principles involved in managing one’s personal finances. Topics may include savings and investing, credit, insurance, taxes and social security, spending patterns and budget planning, contracts, and consumer protection. These courses may also provide an overview of the American economy.

FINANCE WORKPLACE EXPERIENCE

Senior level course

Credit 1.0 (Two Semesters)

Finance—Workplace Experience courses provide students with work experience in fields related to finance. Goals are typically set cooperatively by the student, teacher, and employer (although students are not necessarily paid). These courses may include classroom activities as well, involving further study of the field or discussion regarding experiences that students encounter in the workplace.

MARKETING A & B

Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors and Seniors

Credit 1 Credit

Prerequisite: None for Marketing A, must have taken Marketing A to enroll in Marketing B

This course will focus on the wide range of factors that influence the flow of goods and services from the producer to the consumer. Topics may include (but not limited to) market research, the purchasing process. distribution systems, warehouse and inventory control, salesmanship, sales promotions, shoplifting and theft control, business management and entrepreneurship. Human relations, computers and economics are covered as well. This course will work with local businesses on marketing strategies. Students enrolled in this course will also participate in the creation of a weekly broadcast with the target audience being the student body of Kingman High School.

MARKETING COMMUNICATIONS

Sophomores, Juniors and Seniors

Credit 1 Credit

Prerequisite: Marketing A and B

Marketing Communications includes activities and discussions involving advertising, branding, graphic design, packaging, promotion, publicity, sponsorship, public relations, and sales promotion. Students enrolled in the course will also participate in the creation of a weekly broadcast with the target audience being the student body of Kingman High School.

INTEGRATED MARKETING APPLICATIONSJuniors and Seniors

Credit 1 Credit

Prerequisite: Marketing Communications

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Students will be actively engaged in utilizing technology and technology applications in the design, production and implementation of marketing strategies. Students will create print multimedia and electronic materials used in the marketing process. Activities will be centered around advertising, branding, graphic design, packaging, promotion, publicity, sponsorship, public relations, and sales promotion. Students enrolled in this course will also participate in the creation of a weekly broadcast with the target audience being the student body of Kingman High School.

MICROCOMPUTER OFFICE APPLICATIONS

Sophomores, Juniors and Seniors

Credit 1.0 Credit

Prerequisite: None

Offered as concurrent credit with Pratt Community College

This course is designed for students desiring advanced information of the major programs within the software suites. Emphasis is placed on becoming proficient with the use of advanced techniques of various software and learning to take advantage of the integration features of the suite. This course will cover advanced features of word processing, spreadsheet, presentation and database software. This course is offered for college credit which is provided free of charge to the students. This course fulfills most college general education requirements.

WEB PAGE DESIGN

Sophomores, Juniors and Seniors

Credit 1 Credit

Prerequisite: Business Economics

Offered as concurrent credit with Pratt Community College as BUS 201

This course is intended to provide students with an overview of the tools available to design and develop an effective personal or corporate presence on the Wide Web. This will be accomplished through the use of hands on projects and exercises. Tools used will include Dreamweaver, HTML, WIX, and other free software available via the internet. This course is offered for college credit which is provided free to charge to the students.

MEDIA TECHNOLOGY /WORKPLACE EXPERIENCE

Juniors and Seniors

Credit 1 Credit

Prerequisite: Web Page Design

This course is an extension of Web Page Design. Students enrolled in this course will have the opportunity to work with business people in the community to use the skills they acquired in Web Page Design.

VIDEO PRODUCTION

Sophomores, Juniors and Seniors

Credit 1 Credit

Prerequisite: None

Video Production applies technical skills which allow students to orchestrate projects from setting the objectives to the

post-production evaluation. The subject of the presentation may be determined in a number of ways, but must address an

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authentic need. The complexity of the presentation is not the focus of the course, but the experience of the entire process to include planning the presentation, setting up the studio (if applies), acting as videographer and editor to make it fluid and seamless. Video Production requires some out of school participation. Some individual and class projects cannot be completed during class time. Also, students will be asked to participate in group projects and must be willing to partner with other members of the class. Students must be good representatives of the school at all times. See course instructor for student/parent contract if interested in taking this course.

FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCES

TEXTILES IN TODAY’S SOCIETY

Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors

Credit 1 Semester .5 Credit

Prerequisite: None

This is a course designed to help individuals develop skills and concepts related to clothing selection and construction. Emphasis will be placed on the relationship of textile fiber performances to the wear and care of clothing articles. After analyzing wardrobe needs and appropriate selections, quality construction techniques will be applied in construction projects.

FAMILY STUDIES

Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors

Credit 1 Semester .5 Credit

Prerequisites: None

Family Studies will emphasize building and maintaining healthy interpersonal relationships among family members and members of society. Topics addressed (and not limited to) in this class are social/dating practices, human sexuality, marriage preparation, parenthood and the family unit in society plus life stages. Individual self development, career development plus responsibilities of a family member and wage earner will be studied.

CAREER AND LIFE PLANNING

Freshmen - Required course; required for any student who moves into our district that has not previously had it.

Credit 1 Semester .5 Credit

Prerequisites: None

Career and Life Planning will introduce students to skills and strategies which will help them become more focused and productive students. Career exploration through use of Kansas Career Pipeline and other self evaluation tools will be experienced. In addition, students will explore goal setting; decision making; managing time; energy and stress; and identifying alternatives and coping strategies in their everyday life decisions.

CULINARY ESSENTIALS

Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors and Seniors

Credit 1 Semester .5 Credit

Prerequisite: None

This course integrates knowledge, skills, and practices required for careers in food production and services. Class competencies include demonstrating food safety and sanitation procedures, demonstrating industry standards in selecting, using and maintaining food production areas and equipment, applying measuring techniques in relation to a standardized recipe, examining the principles of food production management and service methods, demonstrating

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common food production skills, and applying the principles of nutrition to food preparation.

CULINARY ARTS I

Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors

Credit 1 Semester .5 Credit

Prerequisite: Culinary Essentials

This course integrates the knowledge, skills and practices required for careers in the restaurant industry. Topics include the sources, symptoms and prevention measures for common food illnesses, meal management, correct use of food production equipment and production and facility management principles. Students will also begin to develop culinary skills for a variety of food products.

BAKING AND PASTRY

Freshman, Sophomore, Junior and Seniors

Credit 1 semester, .5 credit

Prerequisite: None

Culinary Art-Bakery/Grains Specialty will focus upon the instruction and skill development related to bakery items. Topics may include study of grain production, nutrition values and product performance as well as the application to grain products. Baking experiences may include yeast breads, quick breads, cakes (and cake decoration) and other baked desserts, product outcomes using various flours and storage methods. An entrepreneurship experience may be part of this course.

HUMAN GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT

Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors

Credit 1 Semester .5 Credit

Prerequisite: None

Human Growth and Development provides students with knowledge of child development and parenting through knowledge of physical, mental, emotional, and social growth and development of children from conception to preschool age. Students will also discover how parents should respond to the various stages of childhood. Additional topics include: responsibilities and challenges of childcare and parenting.

INTERIOR DESIGN

Sophomores, Juniors and Seniors

Credit 1 Semester .5 Credit

Prerequisite: None

This course studies housing needs as they relate to an individual or family in the various stages of the family life cycle. A study will be made of factors to consider in buying or renting a home, art principles applied to decorating a home, and exploring financing procedures for housing and home furnishings. A floor plan drawn to scale will provide the basis for the decorating principles. Selection of furniture, appliances and accessories will be emphasized.

FOREIGN LANGUAGE

SPANISH I

Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors

Credit 1 Credit

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Prerequisite: None

In Spanish I the student will learn to communicate on a basic level emphasizing the skills of listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Students are also introduced to the peoples, customs, and way of life in the Hispanic cultures. The course will be taught with approximately 50% Spanish and 50% English.

SPANISH II

Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors

Credit 1 Credit

Prerequisite: Spanish I or instructor approval

In Spanish II the student's oral skills are developed further. More advanced grammar and vocabulary is introduced. The skills of reading and writing receive more emphasis. The study of the Hispanic countries and culture is more detailed. A field trip is part of the class when it can be arranged. The student will be responsible for any fees for the field trip. Spanish II, III and IV may be offered concurrently.

SPANISH III

Juniors and Seniors

Credit 1 Credit

Prerequisite: Spanish I and II or instructor approval

Offered as concurrent credit with Pratt Community College

By the time students have successfully completed Spanish I and Spanish II, they should be prepared to use the language almost exclusively with continued reinforcement of concepts learned in levels one and two. There will be some independent reading. There will be added listening activities to increase listening skills. Guest speakers and field trips will be objectives when possible. Spanish II, III and IV may be offered concurrently.

SPANISH IV

Seniors

Credit 1 Credit

Prerequisite: Spanish III or instructor approval

Offered as concurrent credit with Pratt Community College Spanish IV will be almost exclusively independent study. The units studied will be tailored to student interest and material available. Spanish II, III and IV may be offered concurrently.

LANGUAGE ARTS

GENERAL ENGLISH

Freshman

Credit 1 Credit

Prerequisite: Test Scores and Teacher Recommendation

The General English course builds upon students’ prior knowledge of grammar, vocabulary, word usage, and the mechanics of writing and usually include the four aspects of language use: reading, writing, speaking, and listening. Typically, this course introduces and defines various genres of literature, with writing exercises often linked to reading selections.

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INTERMEDIATE ENGLISH

Grade Level: Freshman - Senior

Credit: 1.0 Credit

Prerequisite: Test scores and teacher recommendation

Intermediate English is a transition class between General English and English I. Students hone and develop their language, writing and literature skills in preparation for the curriculum of English I. Students are placed in General English and Intermediate English based on performance levels, assessment scores and teacher recommendations.

ENGLISH I

Freshmen

Credit 1 Credit

Prerequisite: None

This course examines literature by genre: short story, poetry, drama, and novel. Students will communicate ideas derived from these readings by developing organized compositions and creative essays with an emphasis on the six traits of writing. Students will also review and expand grammar usage and vocabulary. This course is designed to prepare students for admission to a university.

ENGLISH II

Sophomores and Juniors

Credit 1 Credit

Prerequisite: English I

English II will include a recap of the elements of language with which high school students should be proficient at this point in their education. Emphasis will be on developmental vocabulary, and composition will stress expository skills. This course is designed to prepare students for those classes offered during their third year of Language Arts and for admission to a university.

ENGLISH III

Juniors and Seniors

Credit 1 Credit

Prerequisite: English II

Students enrolled in English III will continue to develop skills connected to writing, analyzing literature, and communicating. Writing assignments will encompass various text types and structures including narrative, expository, descriptive and persuasive essays. In addition, the class will examine and analyze American literature across historical and cultural contexts. This course is designed to prepare students for those classes offered during their fourth year of Language Arts and for admission to a university/college.

ENGLISH IV

Seniors

Credit 1 Credit

Prerequisite: English III

This class is designed to prepare students for the language arts skills they will need at the college level as well as in their occupational areas. Emphasis is placed upon polishing grammar skills necessary for good writing, expository writing assignments, English literature and improved vocabulary usage. This course is designed to prepare students for

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admission to a university.

COMPOSITION I

Seniors

Credit .5 Credit

Prerequisite: English III

Offered as concurrent credit with Pratt Community College

This course is for the college bound student. Emphasis is placed upon writing essays and developing organizational skills for the various genres of writing assigned in the class. The major writing style stressed is expository writing which complies with what is presently being taught at college and universities in Kansas. An extensive research paper unit is offered to advance organizational and library skills. Seniors may elect to take this class for three hours of college credit. To do so, a student must pass an entrance exam administered by PCC and pay required fees to PCC. This course is designed to prepare students for admission to a university.

COMPOSITION II

Seniors

Credit - .5 Credit

Prerequisite: Composition I with a grade of “C” or higher.

Offered as concurrent credit with Pratt Community College

Students in English Composition II further develop their writing and thinking skills through short fiction and research. Readings in this class include short stories which describe the human condition. Students read and discuss the assigned work and then create essays reflecting an understanding of the story and the human condition. Students also review essay test format, study research techniques, and write a research paper. Because of the research paper component of the class, instructors suggest students have word processing skills.

21st CENTURY JOURNALISM

Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors

Credit 1 Credit

Prerequisite: "B" average in last semester’s English Course or teacher referral and required application

This course is an introduction to journalistic writing, desktop publishing, layouts, style and photography for newspaper, online publication and/or yearbook. Staff members in this course will spend the first nine weeks perfecting writing skills necessary for publication work, followed by the production of a school newspaper every three (3) weeks or weekly online publication. Students interested in future classes in journalism and yearbook would benefit from this course.

DIGITAL MEDIA DESIGN AND PRODUCTION

Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors

Credit 1 Credit

Prerequisite: "B" average in last semester’s English Course or teacher referral and required application

The staff will publish a school yearbook. Techniques studied will include journalistic writing, interviewing, design and advertising. All techniques will be used in the actual lab work during the creation and publishing of the yearbook. Photographers and copywriters will be expected to go on assignment to school events both during school and after school hours and are responsible for working with digital photos and/or writing yearbook copy. Class will be limited in size. Students wishing to be on staff need to be aware that outside class time will be a requirement.

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SPEECH

Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors

Credit .5 credit or 1 credit

Prerequisite: None

Speech is taught to give students a basic background in the principles, techniques, and organization of a variety of speaking experiences. This class also exposes the student to various forms of communication: informative and persuasive speaking, oral interpretation, different forms of media (visual aids), dramatic presentations, and debate. This course is an elective language arts course. This course meets the fine arts requirement. This course can be taken for either first semester or second semester or for a full year.

THEATRE

Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors

Credit .5 Credit

Prerequisite: None

Students will participate in activities which demonstrate cooperation using various dramatic structures: group improvisation, ensemble acting, and duet exercises. Students will establish characterization by projecting the student’s own personal experiences into a monologue and with a partner in a duet. Stage movement, stage directions, acting terminology, and blocking techniques will also be studied to aid the student in developing skills for appreciation and evaluation of drama and theatre. The students may also fulfill various responsibilities in the production of a play. This class is an elective language arts course and meets the fine arts requirement.

FORENSICS

Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors

Credit .5 Credit

Prerequisite: None

Students will prepare, memorize and present various public speaking, oral interpretation and dramatic presentations. The purpose of this class is to prepare students for forensics invitational contests. Students will present different events during forensic contests: oral interpretation of prose and poetry, humorous and serious solo acting, informative speaking, oration, duet acting, improvised duet acting and extemporaneous speaking during certain points of the season. Students will be required to participate in some out of school practices, work at Kingman’s Speech Invitation and attend Saturday tournaments. This class is an elective language arts course and meets the fine arts requirement.

MATH

GENERAL ALGEBRA

Freshmen, Sophomores, and Juniors

Credit 1 Credit

Prerequisite: Test Scores and Teacher Recommendation

Placement in general algebra will be on the basis of test scores and teacher recommendation. Designed for nonmath majors. (The college bound math science students should not take this course.)

ALGEBRA I

Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors

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Credit 1 Credit

Prerequisite: None

Algebra I is designed for the student who is interested in learning the basic algebraic skills in mathematics and can be for both the college and noncollege bound student. It reviews the basic language of algebra as well as covering real numbers, functions and their graphs, equation and problem solving, and probability. It has problems in both theory and practical application. This course is designed to prepare students for admission to a university.

CONSUMER MATH

Sophomores, Juniors and Seniors

Credit 1 Credit

Prerequisite: Algebra I and Teacher Recommendation

Students are introduced to such everyday life skills as balancing a checkbook, calculating net pay, budgeting expenses, making cost comparisons, buying and renting a home, and finding the cost of operating a motor vehicle. Basic business matters, including borrowing money, investing, and calculating business profits and losses are also included. The goal of this course is to guide students in building a strong foundation in logical thinking and problem solving that will enable them to make good decisions concerning matters of money and finance in their daily lives. Several projects and activities will allow them to use the skills and knowledge they gain from this course and apply them to real life situations. Basic computer skills are recommended.

GEOMETRY

Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors

Credit 1 Credit

Prerequisite: Algebra I

Geometry is a course, which emphasizes the basic logic of mathematics. The class includes emphasis on reasoning ability as well as problem solving. The study of mathematical figurations, their structure, and their similarity are also included. This course is designed to prepare students for admission to a university.

ALGEBRA II

Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors

Credit 1 Credit

Prerequisite: Algebra I and Geometry or Geometry concurrently

Algebra II is a course designed to aid the college minded student in the area of mathematics. This class reviews basic algebra I principles and includes an expansion on these same philosophies. Areas of study also included are the principles of real and imaginary numbers, relations, polynomial equations, and conic sections. This course is designed to prepare students for admission to a university.

TRIGONOMETRY

Juniors & Seniors

Credit 0.5 Credit

Prerequisite: Algebra II, Geometry and College Algebra

Offered as concurrent credit with Pratt Community College

This course is designed primarily for the student requiring a solid math background for college. Trigonometry deals with the basic trigonometric functions, angles, circular measures, applications and verifications. This course is designed to prepare students for admission to a university.

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CALCULUS

Seniors

Credit 1 Credit

Prerequisite: College Algebra, Trigonometry or Teacher Approval

Offered as concurrent credit with Pratt Community College

Offered as concurrent credit with Pratt Community College Calculus, the backbone of higher mathematics, is an essential class for all college students who will major in a natural science, engineering, etc. field. This course is designed to introduce the aspects of College Calculus I with an overall insight to calculus math. This course is designed to prepare students for admission to a university.

COLLEGE ALGEBRA

Juniors & Seniors

Credit 0.5 Credit

Prerequisite: Algebra II

Offered as concurrent credit with Pratt Community College

This is a basic mathematics course for those majoring in Biology, Chemistry, PreMed, PreLaw, or related science curriculum. Pre engineering majors who feel inadequately prepared for the calculus could start with College Algebra. College Algebra may not transfer in an engineering or mathematics curriculum. This course is a study of algebraic functions and their graphs, set theory, complex numbers, systems of equations, etc. This course is designed to prepare students for admission to a university.

MUSIC

BAND

Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors

Credit 1 Credit

Prerequisite: Previous School Band Experience or Teacher Approval

The band is in a unique position in that it carries academic status and also is involved in many activities. It functions as a marching band, pep band, and most importantly as a symphonic concert band. All band students are required to follow school and state academic eligibility, along with the rules, guidelines, and expectations stated within Eagle Band Handbook. This class meets the fine arts requirement.

MADRIGALS

Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors

Credit 1 Credit

Prerequisite: Audition and placement by instructor. Attendance, attitude, and ensemble considerations will determine membership and size of ensemble to max. 24. The ensemble will perform separately and combined with Eagle Choir. Madrigals perform music from all periods and styles in numerous performances. The ensemble represents our school in concerts during and after the school day in addition to the scheduled programs that are with Eagle Choir. It is important that ensemble members have excellent attendance and academic responsibility in order to maintain eligibility for these performances. Members of the ensemble will letter after two years of performance. This class meets the fine arts requirement.

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CHOIR

Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors

Credit 1 Credit

Prerequisite: None

This nonaudition choir will experience all periods and styles of music during the year. Performances are class requirements and are scheduled in advance. Yearly performances include the Christmas Concert, Spring Concert, and “Pops” Concert. Contest performances are periodically scheduled. Four year choir participants, in good standing, are eligible for a music letter. This class meets the fine arts requirement.

PHYSICAL EDUCATION

PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND HEALTH

Freshmen and Sophomores (Required)

Credit 1 Credit

Prerequisite: None

This course meets every day alternating approximately every three weeks health segments and physical education segments. Physical Education is a basic course to improve the quality of the life of the individual by utilizing games, sports, exercises, and other forms of movement as tools to foster his or her optimum development. Health is a course to understand and improve the health and well being of the individual. First Aid Course/CPR is taught as well as units on human sexuality, tobacco, alcohol, drugs, and nutrition/wellness.

LIFETIME SPORTS

Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors

Credit .5 Credit or 1 Credit

Prerequisite: None

Lifetime sports is a coeducational physical education class that provides students with the opportunity to learn or improve skills in various sports that may be continued throughout the student’s lifetime. Activities include: tennis,basketball,pickleball, badminton, floor hockey, handball, flag football, tennis, volleyball, and softball.

STRENGTH AND CONDITIONING

Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors

Credit .5 Credit or 1 Credit

Prerequisite: None

The class objectives are to develop and maximize the student/athlete physical abilities. Emphasis is made in the areas of speed, flexibility, strength and power. The student/athlete will gain an understanding of the physical and psychological benefits of maintaining a sound strength and conditioning program while keeping the body fit on a continual basis. Some activities outside the classroom are required.

HEALTH

Freshman or Sophomore Required if sports requires the student to take Strength and Conditioning

Credit: .5 - Credit

Prerequisite: None

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SCIENCE

PHYSICAL SCIENCE

Freshmen

Credits 1 Credit

Prerequisite: None

Physical Science is the blending of the fundamental principles and concepts of the fields of Physics and Chemistry. The course incorporates intensive lab work with the study of these concepts and their mathematical foundations. It is recommended for the freshman or sophomore interested in science and wishing to increase their background of scientific knowledge.

PRINCIPLES OF ENGINEERING

Juniors, and Seniors

Credits 1 Credit

Prerequisite: Physical Science & Algebra I

Principles of Engineering courses provide students with an understanding of the engineering/technology field. Students typically explore how engineers use various technology systems and manufacturing processes to solve problems; they may also gain an appreciation of the social and political consequences of technological change.

BIOLOGY

Sophomores

Credit 1 Credit

Prerequisite: None

Biology covers the areas of cell biology, biochemistry, genetics, ecology, populations, evolution, plant structure and function, vertebrate and invertebrate zoology. Students will develop good microscope and dissection techniques. This course is designed in part to prepare students for admission to a university.

EARTH AND SPACE SCIENCE

Sophomores, Juniors and Seniors

Credit 1 Semester .5 Credit

Prerequisite: Algebra I or Algebra I concurrently

Earth and Space Science is a survey course that covers topics such as minerals and rocks, internal processes of the Earth, geologic time, processes that give character to the surface of the earth, the atmosphere and weather, organization of the universe, the solar system and space exploration. This course is designed in part to prepare students for admission to a university.

METEOROLOGY

Sophomores, Juniors and Seniors

Credit 1 Semester .5 Credit

Prerequisite: Algebra I or Algebra I concurrently

Meteorology courses examine the properties of the earth’s atmosphere. Topics usually include atmospheric layering, changing pressures, winds, water vapor, air masses, fronts, temperature changes and weather forecasting.

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PRINCIPLES OF THE BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES

Juniors and Seniors

Credit 1 Credit

Prerequisite: Physical Science and Biology

Students investigate various health conditions including heart disease, diabetes, sickle cell disease, hypercholesterolemia, and infectious diseases. They determine the factors that led to the death of a fictional person, and investigate lifestyle choices and medical treatments that might have prolonged the person’s life. The activities and projects introduce students to human physiology, medicine, and research processes.

HUMAN BODY SYSTEMS

Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors

Credit 1 Credit

Prerequisite: Biology and Chemistry

Students examine the interactions of human body systems as they explore identity, power, movement, protection, and homeostasis. Students design experiments, investigate the structures and functions of the human body, and use data acquisition software to monitor body functions such as muscle movement, reflex and voluntary action, and respiration.Exploring science in action, students build organs and tissues on a skeletal manikin, work through interesting real world cases and often play the roles of biomedical professionals to solve medical mysteries.

CHEMISTRY

Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors

Credit 1 Credit

Prerequisite: Algebra I

Chemistry is the science dealing with the composition of materials and the changes in composition that these materials undergo. This is a course designed for the benefit of both college bound and non-college-bound students. It serves as a good introductory course for college chemistry. This course is designed in part to prepare students for admission to a university.

PHYSICS

Juniors and Seniors

Credit 1 Credit

Prerequisite: Algebra II or Algebra II concurrently

Offered as concurrent credit with Newman University Physics is the science that deals with matter and energy and with the transformation of energy. It is the science that tries to explain the ways of the world we live in (i.e. the actions of gravity, electronics, magnetism, heat, sound, light, etc.) Physics requires a sound mathematical background and is aimed primarily for the needs of the college bound student. This course is designed in part to prepare students for admission to a university.

ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY

Juniors and Seniors

Credit 1 Credit

Prerequisite: Principles of Engineering

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In this course students explore the diverse fields of biotechnology. Handson projects engage students in engineering design problems related to biomechanics, cardiovascular engineering, genetic engineering, tissue engineering, biomedical devices, forensics and bioethics. Students apply biological and engineering concepts to design materials and processes that directly measure, repair, improve and extend living systems.

AEROSPACE ENGINEERING

Juniors and Seniors

Credit 1 Credit

Prerequisite: Principles of Engineering

AE explores the evolution of flight, navigation and control, flight fundamentals, aerospace materials, propulsion, space travel, and orbital mechanics. In addition, this course presents alternative applications for aerospace engineering concepts. Students analyze, design, and build aerospace systems. They apply knowledge gained throughout the course in a final presentation about the future of the industry and their professional goals.

SOCIAL SCIENCE

GOVERNMENT AND PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION FUNDAMENTALS

Juniors and Seniors

Credit 1 Credit

Prerequisite: None

Government and Public Administration Fundamentals is designed to provide the student with a comprehensive knowledge of the structure and functions of democratic government in America. The course also emphasizes current political affairs and the development of citizenship participation skills necessary for active involvement in a democratic society. This course is designed to prepare students for admission to a university.

AMERICAN HISTORY

Juniors and Seniors

Credit 1 Credit

Prerequisite: None

The study of modern United States History will begin with the study of changes on the western frontier and progress through to Vietnam and the Civil Rights Era. Major emphasis will be on the settlement of the frontier and the Plains Indian Wars, immigration, U.S. Imperialism, World War I, the Twenties, the Great Depression, World War II, Vietnam, and the Civil Rights Movement; and the cultural groups and their influence on modern U.S. History including early western settlers, immigrant groups, and minorities. Historical terms and influential persons in modern U.S. History will also be included. This course is designed to prepare students for admission to a university.

PSYCHOLOGY

Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors

Credit .5 Credit or 1 Credit

Prerequisite: None

This class will allow young people the opportunity to understand their own behavior and how it relates to others. Topics will include memory and thought, motivation and emotion, psychological testing, theories of personality, learning theory,

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states of consciousness, the brain and psychological disorders. This course is designed to prepare students for admission to a university.

WORLD HISTORY

Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors

Credit 1 Credit

Prerequisite: None

World History is designed to provide a survey of world history by learning how political developments and the growth of ideas, religions, education, art, and other civilizing forces have helped shape the world of today. Students will develop an appreciation of the world's major peoples, their cultures, and their unique histories. This course is designed to prepare students for admission to a university.

CURRENT EVENTS

Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors

Credit 1/2 Credit or 1 Credit

Prerequisite: None

With a variety of media sources (Hutchinson News Newspaper and CNN News), we will examine events occurring today that are making history. Course may be taken every year as the course content changes yearly. This course is designed to prepare students for admission to a university.

CAREER AND COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS

Seniors

Credit 1.0 credits for the full year (two semesters)

Prerequisite: Teacher approval for completion of the Govt. & Public Administration Pathway; Family & Community Service and Restaurant and Event Management.

Career and Community Connections is the Application level course for the learner to apply technical skills in a professional learning experience, unpaid or paid, outside or within the school environment. Included will be continued development and finalization of the student’s portfolio. Career and Community Connections provides the opportunity for learners to focus on career related topics, team building and effectiveness in the world of work, and acquiring job-seeking skills and retention needed to advance within the workplace.

VOCATIONAL

AG WELDING I

Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors

Credit l Credit

Prerequisite: None

This is a basic course in metal working processes, designed for the beginning student. Emphasis will be on ARC welding, Oxy. Acet. welding, Mig. welding, measuring tools, lathe operation, basic milling machine operations, hand tools, grinding and drilling machine, hydraulic punched, shears, heat treating, sheet metal foundry and safety of all areas. Projects will be required using all the areas mentioned.

AG WELDING II

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Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors

Credit 1 Credit

Prerequisite: Ag Welding I or both AgriScience and Plant and Soil Science or Animal Science

Advanced work in all areas covered in Advanced Mechanics to include: lathe threads, cutting tappers, more extensive use of the milling machines, all welders, related safety and more advanced projects will be required.

AG FABRICATION

Juniors and Seniors

Pathways: Power Structural and Technical Systems

Prerequisite: Ag Welding II

Courses provide students with the skills & knowledge that are specifically applicable to the construction, maintenance, and repair of structures integral to the agricultural industry, including but not limited to animal enclosures, irrigation systems, & storage facilities. In these courses, students typically study design, planning, & construction knowledge & skills (such as survey, carpentry, plumbing, concrete, & electrical systems), in addition to the safe operation of tools and machines.

CARPENTRY

Juniors and Seniors

Credit 1 credit (two semesters)

Prerequisite: Woodworking Principles, Drafting I, or teacher approval

Construction—Comprehensive courses provide students with basic knowledge and skills required for construction of commercial, residential, and institutional structures. These courses provide experiences and information (typically including career opportunities and training requirements) regarding construction-related occupations such as carpentry, cabinetmaking, bricklaying, electrical trades, plumbing, concrete masonry, and so on. Students engage in activities such as reading blueprints, preparing building sites, starting foundations, erecting structures, installing utilities, finishing surfaces, and providing maintenance.

CARPENTRY II

Juniors and Seniors

Credit 1 Credits

Prerequisite: Carpentry I and Teacher/Principal approval

This is two period block course. An advanced comprehensive course designed to instruct students in skills pertaining to rough construction and finish work. Students will be selected by instructor, counselor, and principal.

DRAFTING I

Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors

Credit 1 Credit

Prerequisite: None

Drafting I is designed for the student interested in exploring accepted industrial practices used when making plans and working drawings. The course includes lettering, use of drafting instruments, geometric constructions, pictorials, orthographic projection, dimensioning, freehand sketching, architectural, working drawings, and introduction to Computer Aided Drafting (CAD). Drafting I is an elective and meets one period daily for two semesters.

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DRAFTING/CAD

Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors

Credit 1 Credit

Prerequisite: Drafting I or Teacher's Approval

This course is designed for the student interested in developing additional drafting principles. Opportunities are provided in the areas of pattern development, intersections, machine drawing, sectioning, auxiliary views, revolutions, charts and graphs, exploded views, basic principles in mechanical drafting and engineering drawing. Each student will receive 40+ hours of CAD experience (Computer Aided Design) drafting experience, including an introduction to 3D drafting using AutoCad software. Drafting II is an elective and meets one period daily for two semesters. Students completing Drafting II can accrue 3 hours Engineering Graphics I college credit.

ARCHITECTURE DESIGN (DRAFTING III)

Juniors and Seniors

Credit 1 Credit

Prerequisite: Drafting II or Teacher's Approval

A Pratt Community College Concurrent Credit Course

In this course the student is allowed to specialize in the field of architectural design and residential design. The architectural area deals with floor plans, elevations, cross sections of walls and foundations, bathroom and kitchen details, plot plans, specifications, and perspectives. Educational field trips will be taken as the need arises. Each pupil will receive over one hundred hours of CAD (ComputerAided Design) drafting experience. Drafting III is an elective and meets one period daily for two semesters. Students completing Drafting III can receive 3 hours of Engineering Graphics II college credit.

RESEARCH & DESIGN FOR PRECONSTRUCTION (DRAFTING IV)

Seniors

Credit 1 Credit

Prerequisite: Drafting III and Teacher's Approval

Drafting IV provides an opportunity for the advanced student to correct any deficiency he/she has acquired during previous drafting classes. It also provides an opportunity to help prepare for a career in drafting, engineering, or teaching through individual study and investigation. Advanced Technique in Computer Aid Drafting will be explored including 3D graphics. Drafting IV is an elective and meets one period daily for two semesters. Students completing Drafting IV can receive 3 hours of CADI college credit.

WOODWORKING PRINCIPLES

Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors

Credit 1 Credit

Prerequisite: None

Cabinet making courses provide students with experience in constructing cases, cabinets, counters, and other interior woodwork. Students learn to distinguish between various types of furniture construction and their appropriate applications, and how to use various woodworking machines and power tools for cutting and shaping wood. Cabinetmaking courses cover the different methods of joining pieces of wood, how to use mechanical fasteners, and how to attach hardware. Initial topics may resemble those taught in Woodworking courses; more advanced topics may include how to install plastic laminates on surfaces and how to apply spray finishes.

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FURNITURE & CABINETRY FABRICATION

Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors

Credit 1 Credit

Prerequisite: Woodworking Principles or Teacher Approval

An advanced level application course designed to provide students with experience in constructing cases, cabinets, counters, furniture and interior woodwork.

WOODS III

Juniors and Seniors

Credit 1 Credit

Prerequisite: Woods II or Teacher Approval

Students in this course will extend work begun in Woods I and II to include advanced techniques learned in individual instruction. Freedom to select projects is allowed. Students will study, learn, and use safety rules in all activities.

WOODS IV

Seniors

Credit 1 Credit

Prerequisite: Woods III or Teacher Approval

Students in this course will show a marked interest in developing a considerable degree of competency in the advanced techniques of cabinet making and carpentry for a vocational choice or a vocational interest.

INTRODUCTION TO ENGINEERING DESIGN

Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors and Seniors

Credit 1 Credit

Prerequisite: None

Students dig deep into the engineering design process, applying math, science, and engineering standards to hands on projects. They work both individually and in teams to design solutions to a variety of problems using 3D modeling software, and use an engineering notebook to document their work.

INTRO TO AGRISCIENCE

Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors or Seniors

Credit 1 Credit

Prerequisite: None

This course is designed primarily for first year students interested in farming or any agricultural related part of agribusiness. The course includes a study of the basic principles of livestock production, crop production, personal records, FFA, and ag. mechanics, which includes arc welding and operation, care and maintenance of oxyacetylene equipment. After these skills are acquired, a class project will be required during the last 12 weeks. Supervised agricultural experiences may include animal or crop production, or working in an ag related business during the summer, after school, or weekends.

PLANT AND SOIL SCIENCE

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Sophomores, Juniors and Seniors

Credit l Credit

Prerequisite: Intro to Agriscience

This course is designed primarily for students interested in farming or any agricultural related part of farming or agribusiness. The course includes a study of the basic principles of livestock production and feeds and feeding, farm records, FFA, and farm mechanics. Forty percent of the time is spent in agricultural mechanics, which includes advanced rough carpentry, arc and oxyacetylene welding. Considerable time will be spent in developing skills in these areas and others. After the skills are acquired, projects will be constructed. Each student will continue to develop an agricultural experience program by carrying projects in either or both animal or crop production, or working in an agricultural related business. Some time will be used in continuing the FFA activities, which is an integral part of agriculture education.

ANIMAL SCIENCE

Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors

Credit – 1 Credit

Prerequisite: Intro to Agriscience

Animal Production/Science courses impart information about the care and management of domestic and farm animals. These courses may cover animal nutrition, health, behavior, selection, reproduction, anatomy and physiology, facilities, product processing, marketing, farm records, and FFA. Students may study a particular species (swine, cattle, horses, fowl, sheep, and so on), or they may learn how to care for and maintain livestock as a more inclusive study.

AG. LEADERSHIP & COMMUNICATIONS

Seniors

Credit 1 Credit

Prerequisite: Intro to Agriscience and teacher recommendation

Agricultural Leadership courses help students develop leadership skills with a focus on opportunities in the food, fiber, and natural resources industries. Topics may include but are not limited to human relationships and effective communication, decision-making and problem-solving, leadership qualities and styles, and ensuring successful completion of group activities.

INTERNSHIP (This is for the Agriculture Pathway)

Seniors

Credit 1 Credit (Two Semesters)

Prerequisite: Teacher approval, This course completes the Comprehensive Agriculture Science Pathway

Provides students to gain knowledge and skills for various Agriculture Careers. Students will provide a detailed log of experiences and hours while participating.

SMALL ENGINES AND POWERTRAINS

Juniors and Seniors

Credit1 Credit

Prerequisite: None

A comprehensive, technical level course designed to instruct students in the knowledge and skills common to all small engine operations and repair.

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GENERAL SERVICE I

Juniors and Seniors

Credit2 Credits

Prerequisite: None

This course is a one year, two hour block course. This course is a technical level course designed to provide students with basic theories and information needed to develop an understanding of automotive and light truck vehicles. Through cutaway models, video presentations, and selected presentations, and selected laboratory experiences, the student will gain a fundamental knowledge of these systems. Students will get many hours of hands on, practical knowledge of the engine, related systems and electrical components.

GENERAL SERVICE II

Seniors

Credit2 Credits

Prerequisite: General Service I

This course is a one year, two hour block course. This course is a comprehensive, application level course designed to provide students with knowledge in the theory of operation, the equipment and the skills necessary for employment in the field of automotive and light truck service.

GENERAL

JAG K (Jobs for America’s Graduates Kansas)

Sophomores, Juniors and Seniors

Credit 1 Credit

Prerequisite: Must meet qualifications and Teacher Approval

JAGK is a career exploration and preparation program that provides a hands on approach in exploring personal strengths and challenges as well as job attainment skills (cover letter, resume, job application, interviewing, etc. ) and workplace “survival” skills (interpersonal relations, teamwork, etc.). Students will work to build strengths in academic areas, time management, and communication. The individual and team project work will also help students come to an understanding of personality and temperament and the relationship between personal actions and consequences that follow. Students will make connections to their career interests, abilities, and aptitudes by determining their education and career goals through development of an Individual Career Development Plan. This full year, credited course involves individual assignments, team activities/projects, academic remediation support, service learning opportunities, guest speakers, field trips, and career exploration through job shadowing and/or an internship. Students will also participate in the JAGK Career Association in various activities focused on Career and Leadership Development, Service Learning, and Civic/Social Awareness.

TEACHER AIDE

Juniors and Seniors

Credit 1 Credit

Prerequisite: Teacher Approval or Administration, Counselor and Teacher Approval

Students who receive permission from a specific teacher may receive credit for serving as a teacher aide to the teacher. Duties will vary according to the needs of the teacher or department. Students are expected to confer with the individual teacher to determine the specific requirements and expectations. In most cases the student must be able to type

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accurately. These guidelines are established for teacher aides:

1. Assigned to a classroom unless on a pass for a specific assignment by the teacher.

2. All aides receive one credit for the time spent in the class.

3. No student may be assigned as an aide more than one period at a time.

4. All grades for student aides will be pass/fail since this class does not require homework, written assignments, tests, etc.

5. Students are required to sign a Teacher Aide Agreement Contract.

TEACHING AS A CAREER

Sophomores, Juniors and Seniors

Credit 1 Credit

Prerequisite: None

Teaching as a Career course introduces students to the principles underlying teaching and learning, the responsibilities and duties of teachers, and the techniques of imparting knowledge and information. This course typically exposes students to and trains them in classroom management, student behavior, leadership and human relation skills, assessment of student progress, teaching strategies, and various career opportunities in the field of education.

TEACHING INTERNSHIP – WORKPLACE

Juniors & Seniors

Credit 1 Credit

Prerequisite: Teaching as a Career and Teacher and Administrative Approval

Education—Workplace Experience courses provide students with work experience in fields related to education. The student and teacher cooperatively set goals. These courses may include classroom activities as well, involving further study of the field or discussion regarding experiences that students encounter in the workplace.

LIBRARY AIDE

Juniors and Seniors

Credit—1 Credit

Prerequisite: Librarian Approval

Students who receive permission from the Librarian/Administration/Counselor may receive credit for serving as a Library Aide. All grades for library aides will be pass/fail since this assignment does not require homework, written assignments, tests, etc. Attendance is crucial in this assignment and will be graded as such.

OFFICE AIDE

Juniors and Seniors

Credit—1 Credit

Prerequisite: Administration, Counselor and Office Staff Approval

Students who receive permission from the office staff may receive credit for serving as an office aide in the office. These guidelines and duties include:

1. Answering the telephone, taking messages, delivering messages, etc.

2. Filing and some computer work

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3. It is necessary for office aides to dress appropriately.

4. Most importantly, Confidentiality of office information is a must!

5. All grades for office aides will be pass/fail since this assignment does not require homework, written assignments, tests, etc.

6. Students are required to sign an Office Aide Agreement Contract.

STUDY SKILLS

Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors and Seniors

Credit 1 Credit

Prerequisite: Teacher, Counselor and Principal Recommendation

Students must be recommended by the teacher and counselor to enroll in study skills. This class is designed for students who need assistance on a regular basis. It is a privilege to be enrolled in study skills and if the student does not work as required, the student will be removed and enrolled in another class. All grades for Study Skills will be pass/fail.

Online/Virtual Courses:

Online courses are available to KHS students during the regular school day. These courses are an excellent way for students to enrich their education by taking classes that are not available in the traditional KHS curriculum. They are offered through Pratt Community College (concurrent credit) and through other online resources (high school credit only). Because of the nature of online courses, students are expected to be organized and self directed. One online course may be taken each semester for second semester sophomores and juniors. Seniors may take more then one with counselor and administrations approval.