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2012-2013McCLAIN HIGH SCHOOLCOURSE REGISTRATION

Dr. Dan Strain Principal

Dr. Ted Ely Assistant Principal

Mr. Dan Raike Counselor

Mrs. April Putnam Counselor

TABLE OF CONTENTSFOREWORD i

PHILOSOPHY AND OBJECTIVES OF McCLAIN HIGH SCHOOL ii

COURSE REGISTRATION SYSTEM 1

DECLARATION OF EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMProgram of Studies 2

GENERAL INFORMATIONCounselor Assignments 3Graduation Requirements 3Required Units of Work 3Diploma With Honors 4Award of Merit 5Required Student Load 5Grade Level Placement 6Joint Vocational School Enrollment 6Class Ranking 6Driver Education 7Post Secondary Enrollment Option 7

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS 8

APPLIED VOCATIONAL SKILLS DEPARTMENTBusiness Courses 9Industrial Technology Courses 11Vocational Courses 12Joint Vocational School Courses 15

LANGUAGE ARTS AND FOREIGN LANGUAGE DEPARTMENTEnglish Courses 16Foreign Language Courses 19

MATHEMATICS AND SCIENCE DEPARTMENTMathematics Courses 21Science Courses 23

SOCIAL STUDIES DEPARTMENTSocial Studies Courses 25

SPECIAL EDUCATION DEPARTMENTSpecial Education Courses 27

VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS DEPARTMENTArt Courses 29Music Courses 30Health and Physical Education Courses 32Speech and Theatre Courses 33

PROGRAM, COURSEAnd

REGISTRATION BOOKLET

For Students and Parents

Forward

An important part of a high school career and opportunities in later life rests on planning for your future. During the months of March and April of each year, the scheduling process begins for the following school year. This process requires much thought and a cooperative effort from the student, parent, teachers and counselor. This booklet explains the entire process of requirements, course descriptions, sequences of courses and selection of the courses.

It should be emphasized that you are to select the best possible program of studies to fit your needs, abilities and potential. Teachers and counselors at the middle school as well as the senior high school are deeply involved in the scheduling process to see that each student has the very best program of studies.

It is very important that students and their parents become actively involved in the scheduling process. Parents of eighth grade students should attend the orientation sessions scheduled for them, and parents of ninth, tenth, and eleventh grade students should discuss program and courses with the student and participate in the registration process. Counselors welcome the opportunity to meet with parents if the need arises. They may be reached by telephone to discuss concerns or to set an appointment.

It is my desire that you develop plans for your school future and work toward your maximum potential. Opportunity for school and future workplace success begins now. Plan well for your future.

Dr. Dan StrainPrincipal

NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT

The Greenfield Exempted Village School District provides equal educational, counseling, and extracurricular opportunities to all students without regard to race, color, creed, national origin, or sex. All students are eligible to enroll in all courses listed herein for which they have met the specified prerequisites and/or placement requirements.

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PHILOSOPHY AND OBJECTIVES OF

McCLAIN HIGH SCHOOL

The mission of Edward Lee McClain High School is to prepare each student with the skills, work ethic and attitude necessary to be responsible, functioning, and contributing members of society.

We must offer an educational program that encourages each student to become a life-long learner in order to take charge of their own education and develop adaptability to any environment. Within the curriculum, there must be offered a variety of opportunities for the individual student to discover themself and to recognize improvement and progress in their studies.

While recognizing the individual, the school should teach the fundamentals of our democratic society and instill in each student pride in themself and in their heritage. Instruction should promote an understanding of basic rights and responsibilities in society so that the student can deal with the challenges of life.

Our objectives are as follows:

To help each student develop skills and values which enable the individual to be a responsible member of their community.

To encourage each student to realize the practical value of the course content in their everyday life.

To teach each student to develop and use sound principles of logic.

To plan, organize, and direct activities in the classroom that will inspire student initiative and self-motivation.

To recognize individual differences and to provide for the maximum development of each student's capacity.

To provide opportunities for each student to achieve successes in their learning programs so that they gain confidence and develop pride in themself.

To help each student realize that learning is a life-long process that requires monitoring their own improvement, which is necessary for continued success.

To encourage each student to accept responsibility in their endeavors and to finish each task to the best of their ability.

To provide a classroom atmosphere that will encourage open communication.

To encourage each student to use the school library and other community resources to enhance the learning process.

To help each student develop interests and habits that are conducive to good health and to participate in physical activities for growth and recreation.

To encourage each student to appreciate the value of the home, the family, and positive family relationships.

To help each student recognize the value of earning and maintaining trust.

iiTo help each student understand the contributions of many cultures and their continuing importance in our American society.

To prepare each student to live, work, share, and compete in our democratic society and multicultural world.

To strive for excellence in achieving local, state and national testing standards.

To assist students in making use of available technology.

*Newly Revised and Affirmed by the McClain High School Faculty 5/5/05

COURSE REGISTRATION SYSTEM

EIGHTH GRADE STUDENTS

1. The Program, Course, and Registration Booklet will be presented to students in their school. Each student will receive a copy.

2. Students will be placed at the appropriate academic level in English, mathematics and science courses by the subject teachers in the middle school and the high school and by the counselors.Previous academic performance and achievement test results are the major factors considered in determining placement. Later changes in placement are considered only in the light of a consultation between the student's current teacher in that subject and the counselor. Such changes are approved only for sound academic and educational reasons. A student is not required to take college preparatory course levels to go to college. College preparatory class sections cover more depth and move at a faster pace than general courses.

3. An evening course registration orientation session for students and their parents will be held.4. Potential agriculture, choir, and band students will be identified by teachers and counselors of the middle

school and the high school.5. Each student will attend an individual counseling and course registration session with the high school

counselor who will be assigned ninth grade students next year. At this session students will choose the subjects which they wish to take during their freshman year, and take the course registration forms home for their parents to sign. (Students must sign these forms, too.)

6. The student is to return these forms to the homeroom teacher within two school days. Homeroom teachers are to turn these in to the high school counselor daily for data entry into the computer.

*** NOTE: Parents should become actively involved in their child's scheduling process. However, great caution should be exercised when requesting that your child undertake courses or course levels which are not recommended by teachers and counselors. Adjustment of a course or level at a later time may not be possible and academic failure may result.

NINTH, TENTH, AND ELEVENTH GRADE STUDENTS

1. The Course and Registration information will be presented to the students during one of their classes.2. Potential Agri Business students will be identified by the counselors and the program coordinator.3. Potential vocational school students will be identified by the counselors.4. Students will attend a counseling and course registration session in a small group setting with their assigned

counselors.5. Each student will sign and have his or her parents sign the course selection form. The signed form is to be

returned to the guidance secretary within two school days for data entry into the computer.

*** NOTE: Parents should become actively involved in their child's scheduling process. However, great caution should be exercised when requesting that your child undertake courses or course levels which are not recommended by teachers and counselors. Adjustment of a course or level at a later time may not be possible and academic failure may result.

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DECLARATION OF EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM

Each eighth grade student is guided by courses in an educational program during the course registration process. The student should choose his or her program in accordance with abilities, life goals, and career preferences, and in consultation with parents, counselors, and teachers. Though the student is permitted, with parent permission, to change programs, the student must realize that each program has its own set of requirements, and the student may be required to take extra courses to meet those requirements.

PROGRAMS OF STUDIES

PROGRAM UNITS REQUIRED RECOMMENDED COURSES

GENERAL BUSINESS STUDIES 4 3111 General Business 3123 Personal Finance3125 Accounting 13126 Accounting 23131 Keyboarding 13132 Keyboarding 2

AGRICULTURE STUDIES 5 3851 Agri-science (2 years)3853 Farm Management3854 Agri Business Production

HOME ECONOMICS 3 3861 Career SearchSTUDIES 3862 Child Development

3863 Healthy Living3864 Healthy and Safe Foods3865 Financial Management3866 Managing Transition

INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY STUDIES 3 Industrial Technology Electives

COLLEGE PREPARATORY STUDIES 18 English 4 Units1 Foreign Language 3 Units Mathematics 4 UnitsScience 3 UnitsSocial Studies 3 UnitsPerforming Arts 1 UnitPhysical Ed. and Health 1Unit

JOINT VOCATIONAL 12 Courses Depend on Program EnrollmentSCHOOL STUDIES(Excluding OWE/and Agri Business) 2

GENERAL INFORMATION

COUNSELOR ASSIGNMENTS

All entering freshmen are assigned to the counselor who was assigned to the graduating class of the previous year. They remain with that counselor throughout their high school careers. However, those students who do not earn

enough credits to advance to the next grade level are reassigned to the counselor for the grade in which they remain. (See "Grade Level Placement" on page 6.)

GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS

To receive a diploma from the Greenfield Exempted Village Board of Education a student must meet requirements established by the Revised Code of the State of Ohio, the State Board of Education, and the Greenfield Exempted Village Board of Education. To be graduated, a student must satisfactorily complete 21 units of work as shown below. Successful completion of a minimum of 120 clock hours of the classroom instructional program (150 clock hours for laboratory courses) earns one unit; one unit equals one credit. Students must also successfully complete the required graduation test to qualify for a high school diploma.

REQUIRED UNITS OF WORK:

Class of 2013 Class of 2014, 2015, 2016

English 4.0 English 4.0Mathematics 3.0 Mathematics 4.0Physical Ed. 0.5 Physical Ed. 0.5Health 0.5 Health 0.5Social Studies 3.0 Social Studies 3.0Science 3.0 Science 3.0

Fine Arts 1.0Elective 7.0 Elective 5.0(One unit or two half units must include: Business/Technology, Fine Arts or Foreign Language)

TOTAL 21.00 TOTAL 21.00

3DIPLOMA WITH HONORS

The student shall be required to meet at least all but one of the criteria listed in this paragraph for either the college preparatory or the vocational education curriculum. A student shall not be required to meet more than the specified number of criteria, nor shall any student be required to meet any one specified criterion. Any student who receives high school credit in accordance with the provisions of paragraph (B) of rule 3301-44-06 of the administrative code (POSTSECONDARY ENROLLMENT OPTIONS) or in accordance with the provisions of division (C) of section 3313.603 of the revised code (credit for advanced work below ninth grade) shall receive credit for this course toward the requirements of this paragraph provided the course is related to a subject area listed in this paragraph.

1. The student who completes the college preparatory curriculum in the high school shall meet at least eight of the following nine criteria:

Area Class of 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016

A. English 4 Units B. Mathematics 4 Units- Alg. 1, Geometry,

Alg. 2, Trig, Calc C. Science 4 Units-Chemistry, Physics D. Social Studies 4 Units E. Foreign Language 3 Units one language or

2 Units of two languages F. Fine Arts 1 Unit G. Electives N/A H. Grade Point Ave. 3.5 I. ACT/SAT 27 ACT or 1210 SAT

2. The student who completes an intensive Vocational or Technical Education curriculum in the high school shall meet at least ten of the following eleven criteria:

Area Class of 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016

A. English 4 Units B. Mathematics 4 Units-Alg. 1, Geometry,

Alg. 2, and higher C. Science 4 Units-Physics, Chemistry D. Social Studies 4 Units E. Foreign Language N/A F. Fine Arts N/A G. Career-Technical Counted in Electives H. Electives 4 Units of Career

Technical Minimum I. GPA 3.5 J. ACT/SAT 27 ACT or 1210 SAT K. Additional Proficient on Career-Tech

Competency Assessment

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AWARD OF MERIT

A student who wishes to earn an Award of Merit for College Preparatory or Vocational Curriculum Studies must complete the following:

College Preparatory Curriculum Requirements: Class of 2013

English 4 UnitsMathematics 3 Units (1 unit of Algebra and 1 unit of Geometry)Science 3 Units (2 units of Biology, Chemistry or Physics)Social Studies 3 Units (2 units History and 1/2 unit Government)Foreign Language 3 Units (3 units in one language or 2 units in two languages)

Additional Requirement 2 Units (May be additional units in any area listed above or from Business, Computer Science or Visual or Performing Arts)

Vocational Curriculum Requirements:

Complete a Vocational Occupational Preparation Program Class of 2013

English 4 Units Mathematics 3 UnitsScience 3 Units Social Studies 3 UnitsAdditional Requirement 2 Units (May be additional units in any area listed above or from

Business, Computer Science or Visual or Performing Arts)

In addition to the above requirements, students shall also meet the following performance criteria for both the College Prep and Vocational curricula:

1. Maintain above-average attendance for grades nine through twelve (compared to state average);2. Demonstrate outstanding achievement in the curriculum as evidenced by one of the following: an

overall grade point average (GPA) of 3.25 for grades nine through twelve; an overall GPA of 3.5 for grades eleven and twelve; or ranking in the top twenty-five percent of the class, whichever is more inclusive;

3. Participate in co-curricular, extracurricular or community activities in accordance with procedures established by the Greenfield Board of Education;

4. Demonstrate outstanding citizenship/character traits in accordance with criteria established by the Greenfield Board of Education.

REQUIRED STUDENT LOAD

The student is expected to enroll in at least six classes each semester. The student is required to schedule at least six units, which shall include English and Mathematics, each year.

Exceptions to the six-unit rule are to be made only upon the written consent of the counselor and the principal.

* Students must have a minimum of 21 credits to graduate.5

GRADE LEVEL PLACEMENT

A student must have earned a minimum number of units in order to be placed in a grade level as shown below. Students will be advanced in grade level only prior to the first day of school and at the end of the first semester, regardless of the manner in which units are earned.

TO BE PLACED IN GRADE MUST HAVE EARNED AT LEAST10 5 Units11 10 Units12 15 Units

JOINT VOCATIONAL SCHOOL ENROLLMENT

Students who wish to enroll in the Joint Vocational School as juniors should have completed the following units by the end of the sophomore year:

English 2 Units Social Studies 2 UnitsMathematics 2 Units Health and Physical Education 1 UnitScience 2 Units Electives 2 Units

TOTAL 11 UNITS

Students earn six or seven credits per year at Laurel Oaks. They will be graduated from McClain High School with a diploma and a vocational certificate.

A student who has not earned the units listed above at the end of his or her sophomore year may enroll, but that student must sign a contract stating that he or she will make up the courses needed to qualify for graduation. Students must meet all testing requirements to receive a diploma.

***IMPORTANT NOTE: Students who sign up to attend Laurel Oaks JVS are required to attend ten days before being permitted to transfer back to McClain High School. Also, after twenty school days, no student will be permitted to transfer back to McClain High School from Laurel Oaks during that school year.

CLASS RANKING

A student's class rank is determined by the credit value, the difficulty level and grade earned in each course. Courses carrying additional point values are noted by an asterisk (*) following the course title in this book. These courses are referred to as "adjusted" courses. A course must be an "adjusted" course at McClain High School for the increased point factor to apply.

Calculation of points for each class is determined as follows:Adjusted course:Course Credit x Letter Grade Points x 1.5Regular course: Course Credit x Letter Grade points x 1

Letter grade points can be found in the grading scale located in the Student-Parent Handbook.Students who transfer to McClain High School will have their transcript from previous schools evaluated on

course credit, course content, hours of instruction and degree of difficulty in determining class rank points. This process will be completed by the student's counselor at McClain High School.

Questions concerning class rank should be directed to your guidance counselor.6

DRIVER EDUCATION

Driver Education is not taught as part of the school programs. Students should contract with a commercial driver education school to receive their instruction. Information is available in the Principal’s office. POST SECONDARY ENROLLMENT OPTION

Students in grades 9-12 are eligible to take college classes at the college setting with free tuition. Students must provide their own transportation and meet all eligibility requirements established by the college or university. Students, and their parents, who wish to explore this option are required to participate in a school counseling session with their guidance counselor. For information, contact your counselor as soon as possible.

REPEATING A COURSE

A student may repeat a core (Language Arts, Mathematics, Science or Social Studies) course. However, credit shall only be granted once for a passing grade and the highest grade shall be used in determining class ranking points. Class ranking points shall not be awarded twice for repeating a core course.

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

The courses offered by McClain High School are the heart of our educational program, and, consequently, the heart of your educational experiences. Consider well your educational needs and opportunities available to you as you study the course descriptions.

Courses in this booklet are arranged by department and proceed from lower level courses to higher level courses and from required courses to elective courses.

Study carefully the examples below and the interpretation of the coding used in the course descriptions:

3125 ACCOUNTING 1* 030100 2 - 1 - 10, 11, 12P - None

INTERPRETATION: (Read from left to right) 3125 is the course number; Accounting 1 is the course title; the asterisk indicates that the course is on the adjusted grade point schedule; 030100 is the CS-1 Subject Matter Area (not used by students); 2 indicates the number of semesters; 1 shows the number of credits; 10, 11, 12, are grade levels of students who may take the course. P is the abbreviation for "Prerequisites."

As you prepare to choose your courses for the next academic year, be sure to use the resources available to you: the administration, your counselors, your teachers, your parents, and other students who have taken the courses.

You now have considerable responsibility for your educational future. Carry out your responsibility well!

8APPLIED VOCATIONAL SKILLS

DEPARTMENT

BUSINESS COURSES

FACULTY: Mr. Ehlers, M Ed, Wright State University

Students in the General Business Studies Program should take 3111 General Business in the ninth grade. Students planning to study business at Laurel Oaks during their junior and senior years are encouraged to take all McClain Business Courses by the end of their sophomore year.

Students in other programs who are qualified are encouraged to take one or more introductory or elective business courses: 3111 General Business, 3123 Personal Finance, 3125 Accounting 1*, 3131 Keyboarding 1.

3111 GENERAL BUSINESS 032300 1 - .5 - 9, 10P - None

This course will introduce students to major business issues in economics, marketing, and personal financial topics. Reading and writing strategies will be emphasized to incorporate English skills into the curriculum. Topics discussed will be the economy and you, business ownership and operation; emphasizing management strategies, business influences of the world, government and money, marketing products and the use of human resources.

3123 PERSONAL FINANCE 031500 1 - .5 - 9, 10, 11, 12P - None

This course will help teach students how to use their personal financial resources to enjoy today and be financially secure tomorrow. Each chapter will emphasize reading, using critical thinking skills and mathematical curriculum. Topics discussed will be personal financial planning, banking and credit and investing financial resources. Students will learn how to create a personal budget, prepare bank records and explore housing arrangements and investing financial resources. REQUIRED STUDENT PURCHASES: Workbook, $23.00

3125 ACCOUNTING 1* 030100 2 - 1 - 10, 11, 12P - Grade of C in last math class or permission of counselor.

Students interested in learning business accounting procedures should enroll. Topics include the financial journals, ledgers, and reports utilized by various types of small businesses. Additional topics are preparing journal entries in such journals as general journal, three types of cash journals, purchases journal, sales journal, combination journals, and other types of journals. Posting these journals to various types of ledgers, analyzing financial data, and preparing financial reports for small businesses are additional activities. Students use the IBM microcomputer for preparing automated accounting reports.REQUIRED STUDENT PURCHASES: Century 21 Working Papers and Study Guides, $22.00

93126 ACCOUNTING 2* 030100 2 - 1 - 11, 12

P - 3125 Accounting l* with a minimum final grade of CStudents interested in continuing the study of business accounting procedures should enroll. Maintaining

financial records for partnerships, corporations, and large businesses will be emphasized. Expanding upon the skills learned in Accounting 1, the student learns fundamentals of partnership accounting, corporation accounting, and analysis required for more complicated financial problems encountered by larger businesses. Departmental

accounting, various depreciation methods, accrual and cash accounting methods, voucher systems, inventory control systems, budgetary control systems, accounting for various types of notes, drafts, and trade acceptances, corporate stock transactions, data processing, and cost accounting systems are also presented. Students use the IBM microcomputer for preparing automated accounting reports.REQUIRED STUDENT PURCHASES: Century 21 Working Papers and Study Guides, $20.00

3131 KEYBOARDING 1 036000 1 - .5 - 9, 10, 11, 12P - None

Students, who wish to learn a keyboarding skill which can be used on a computer keyboard at home, at school, at college, in the business world, or for part-time employment, should enroll in this course. Activities focus on building good basic keyboarding skills, techniques, and knowledge, which will enable the student to key information rapidly and accurately. The student will concentrate on: learning the correct finger movements on the keyboard with good techniques, improving their ability to read and follow directions, learning to proofread accurately, learning how to center vertically and horizontally, learning how to format (arrange) and key (type) tabulated drills, and preparing personal and business letters with envelopes, book reports, manuscripts with footnotes or references, title page, and bibliography.REQUIRED STUDENT PURCHASES: General Supply Fee, $2.50.

3132 KEYBOARDING 2 036000 1 - .5 - 9, 10, 11, 12P - 3131 Keyboarding 1 with a C+ average or above.

Students who wish to further improve their keyboarding skills should enroll in this course. The student will gain the ability to transform--with efficiency and speed--unfinished material into clear, readable, well-arranged copy as a result of a variety of activities through which the typist will successively progress. Emphasis will be placed on improving such related skills as keyboarding speed, accuracy of proofreading, determining priorities, decision making, time management, following instructions in a procedures manual, production, language arts, formatting, and positive work attitudes. Students will strive to develop high levels of accuracy and speed in keying (typing) straight copy as well as in planning and keying letters, tables, reports, and business papers. The student will have experience in working with actual business forms used in an office simulation that places him/her in a realistic office situation. The students will learn the basic concepts of a word processing system, utilizing a microcomputer to add, change, move or delete text, create and merge files, and prepare reports. Students key material into the computer, make the necessary changes to the text, and print out a neat, mailable copy. REQUIRED STUDENT PURCHASES: General Supply Fee, $2.50.

3133 COMPUTER APPLICATIONS 036000 1 - .5 - 9, 10, 11, 12P - 3131 Keyboarding 1 with a grade of C or above.

Students will enhance their computer technology by working with and building spreadsheets, databases, desktop publishing and office presentation documents. The students will use Microsoft Office Applications including Excel, Access and Word software to engage in these applications.REQUIRED STUDENT PURCHASES: General Supply Fee, $2.50.

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INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY COURSES

FACULTY: Mr. Dodds, MS, Walden University

Industrial Technology educates students in the process of changing to meet our technological needs. Each Industrial Technology class will emphasize developing leadership abilities, creativity, research skills and innovative design of various products. Students will be urged to participate in local, state and national competitions that support the program ideas and values.

38l3 COMMUNICATIONS / ENGINEERING DRAWING 102000 2 - 1- 9, 10, 11, 12 P - None

Students interested in any of the basic areas of communications or drafting are encouraged to take this elective. The four basic communication areas are audio-visual aids, engineering drawing, graphic arts, and electronic communications. Students will examine computer technologies, including but not limited to Microsoft Office components and Internet technology. Audio visual aid skills to be developed include the use of a digital camera/video camera. Engineering drawing will feature electronic, mechanical, civil, and architectural engineering. Careers available in these areas will be highlighted. REQUIRED STUDENT PURCHASES: Supply Fee, $5.00

3817 POWER AND ENERGY 102100 2 - 1 - 9, 10, 11, 12P - None

Students interested in developing an appreciation and innovative ideas related to power and energy conservation should enroll in this elective. Areas to be studied include electricity, fossil fuels, nonrenewable sources of energy, and green and sustainable energy alternatives. Electricity will include the development and study of electric circuits. Renewable sources of energy will be studied including air, wind, ethanol and geothermal energy. Projects such as CO2 cars, kites, rockets, residential wiring, and mousetrap cars will be developed to enhance the understanding of various energy sources. REQUIRED STUDENT PURCHASES: Supply Fee, $5.00

3841 RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT 101700 2 - 1- 9, 10, 11, 12P - None

Students interested in researching, planning and designing construction projects should enroll in this course. Students interested in careers related to construction, carpentry, creative construction technologies, and basic home maintenance will benefit from topics covered in the course.

Students will research topics in woods and plan and design projects. Students will learn safety and use of planer, jointer, circular saw, band saw, wood lathe, drill press, and router.REQUIRED STUDENT PURCHASES: Supply Fee, $5.00

11VOCATIONAL COURSES

FACULTY: Mr. Custer, BS, The Ohio State University

Ms. Roe, M Ed, Wright State UniversityMr. Sykes, BS, The Ohio State UniversityMr. Van Matre, BS, University of Rio Grande

At McClain High School a student may choose a major in vocational agriculture or vocational home economics,

or the student may choose a vocational program featuring a work-study plan. If the student wishes a more intensive vocational program he or she may enroll in a one-or two-year vocational program at the Laurel Oaks Joint Vocational School or at one of the other Great Oaks campuses.

3851 AGRISCIENCE 1 010001 2 - 1.25 - 9, 10 P - None

This course is open to freshman or sophomore first-year agricultural students.Students will study the history of FFA, soil science career options, animal science, welding, woodworking, etc.

REQUIRED STUDENT PURCHASES: Lock Rental Fee, $1.00; Lab Fee, $5.00.

3852 AGRISCIENCE 2 010001 2 - 1.25 - 10, 11P - 3851 Agriscience 1

This course is open to students who have already taken Ag Science I.Students will study environmental interrelationships, plant nutrient requirements, weeds, insects, small engines,

animal reproduction, advanced welding, etc.REQUIRED STUDENT PURCHASES: $5.00 Lab Fee

3854 AGRI BUSINESS PRODUCTION 010301 2 - 1.25 - 11P – 3855/3856 Agri Business Class/Agri Business Co-op

This course is open to Juniors. It would serve as a prerequisite for Farm Management or the Agricultural Business Co-op program.

This course will cover storage and harvesting, marketing, management, finance, construction, land evaluation, etc.REQUIRED STUDENT PURCHASES: $5.00 Lab Fee.

3853 FARM MANAGEMENT 010301 2 - 1.25 - 12P - 3854 Agri Business Production

This course is open to Seniors who choose not to go the co-op route.Farm Management will cover agronomy, advanced agricultural mechanics, advanced agricultural construction,

advanced animal science, etc.REQUIRED STUDENT PURCHASES: $5.00 lab fee.

123855 AGRI BUSINESS CLASS 010301 2 – 5.0 - 123856 AGRI BUSINESS CO-OP 010301 2 – 0 - 12

P – 3854 Agri Business Production or permission of counselorThis is a co-op program, in which students will be released from school to work at their job training station.

Students who, by their own action, become unemployed, refuse or neglect to work or interview for jobs, or render themselves unemployable , may be dropped from the course at any time and receive no credits toward graduation

requirements.The Ag-Business Co-op program will cover employability skills, job interview skills, banking procedures,

investigate career options, conducting a sale, cooperatives, etc.

3857 MANAGEMENT IN AGRI BUSINESS 010301 2 – 1.25 – 11,12This is a teacher assigned class that will consist of juniors and seniors who are the FFA officers, committee

chairmen of FFA, and key leaders of the FFA.The class will focus on leadership, public speaking, parliamentary procedure, and individual projects.Students must apply for the class through the instructors.

REQUIRED STUDENT PURCHASES: $5.00 Lab Fee.

3861 CAREER SEARCH 091400 1 - .5 - 9, 10, 11, 12P - None

Update IACP plans, practice job skills, and interpret career and workplace issues. Demonstrate how academic achievement influences personal and career growth, conflect resolution techniques and apply social skills that lead to effective school, career and family relationships that lead to a healthy, caring and responsible citizen.REQUIRED STUDENT PURCHASES: FCCLA Dues, $10.00; General Supply Fee, $2.50

3862 CHILD DEVELOPMENT 091025 1 - .5- 9, 10, 11, 12P - None

Provide students with knowledge of how parents and child care providers meet the needs of infants and young children to provide for healthy growth and development. Prominent theories of child psychology will be studied.REQUIRED STUDENT PURCHASES: FCCLA Dues, $10.00; General Supply Fee, $2.50.

3863 HEALTHY LIVING 091200 l - .5 – 9, 10, 11, 12 P - None

Develop practical problem solving that influences cultural and social factors that affects the body weight and healthy lifestyles. Demonstrate safe food-handling practices related to food-borne pathogens and kitchen environments. Use time management strategies, decision-making skills, peer pressure and multi-cultural awareness that relate to educational, work and family goals that sustain productive, meaningful lifestylesREQUIRED STUDENT PURCHASES: FCCLA Dues, $10.00; General Supply Fee, $2.50;

3864 HEALTHY AND SAFE FOODS 091077 l - .5 – 9, 10, 11, 12P - None

Develop practical problem solving that influences cultural and social factors that affect the body weight and healthy lifestyles. Demonstrate safe food-handling practices related to food-borne pathogens and kitchen environments.REQUIRED STUDENT PURCHASES: FCCLA Dues, $10.00; General Supply Fee, $20.00

13 3865 FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT 091050 1 - .5 - 9, 10, 11, 12

P - NoneCourse provides 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.REQUIRED STUDENT PURCHASES: FCCLA Dues, $10.00; General Supply Fee, $2.50;

3866 MANAGE TRANSITIONS 091300 1 - .5 – 9, 10, 11, 12

P - NoneAssess values and resources that support lifestyle goals, effective time management plans, stress

management, multicultural awareness that sustains a productive, meaningful lifestyle. Choose resources that meet individual, family and business financial goals, credit and debt issues, techniques to prevent financial loss of assests conflict resolution and public policy that impact financial well-being.REQUIRED STUDENT PURCHASES: FCCLA Dues, $10.00; General Supply Fee, $2.50.

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JOINT VOCATIONAL SCHOOL COURSES

A student who plans to enroll in a course at the Laurel Oaks Joint Vocational School must begin to plan accordingly during his or her freshman year. The counselor will assist the student with planning to meet all graduation requirements as well as in deciding which vocational course to take.

***IMPORTANT NOTE: Students who sign up to attend Laurel Oaks JVS are required to attend ten days before being permitted to transfer back to McClain High School. Also, after twenty school days, no student will be permitted to transfer back to McClain High School from Laurel Oaks during that school year.

Courses offered by the Laurel Oaks Joint Vocational School are listed below.

3961 Automotive Technology3962 Agriculture Industrial Mechanics3965 Business Management/Medical Office Management3968 Construction Technologies3970 Masonry3973 Aviation Maintenance Technician3975 Child Learning Center3976 Cosmetology3977 Diversified Health Occupations3979 Restaurant Operations3980 Career “X”3982 Standardbred Equine Science3985 Computer Science Technology3986 Pre-Engineering3987 Sports Rehabilitation3990 Teaching Professions3991 Biotechnology and Forensic Studies3992 Dental Assisting 3993 Animal Science

15LANGUAGE ARTS AND FOREIGN

LANGUAGE DEPARTMENT

ENGLISH COURSES

FACULTY: Mr. Dreher, BS Ed, Ohio UniversityMrs. Foltz, M Ed, Wright State UniversityMrs. Gossett, BS, Bowling Green State UniversityMrs. Hawvermale, M Ed, Wright State UniversityMs. Linkenhoker, BS Ed, Ohio University

Proficiency in command of the English language provides a foundation for success in every field of endeavor. It is necessary for one to read well, speak well, write well, and listen well if one wishes to live all aspects of life to their fullest. The English program at McClain High School is designed to help each student achieve his or her potential as a reader, a speaker, a writer, and a listener. Every student is required to successfully complete four years of English in order to qualify for graduation. Two grade levels of English may not be taken at once.

4204 ENGLISH 1, GENERAL 050160 2 - 1 - 94205 ENGLISH 1, GENERAL (IA)

P - PlacementActivities focus on the skills in reading, writing, and critical analysis necessary for success on the Ohio

Graduation Test. Students will concentrate on writing process by responding to literature and to expository and persuasive prompts. Development of critical reading skills will be stressed through the study of the short story, poetry, drams, the novel, and the essay. Oral expression will be developed through simple oral reports.

4207 ENGLISH 1, COLLEGE PREPARATORY* 050160 2 – 1 - 9P - Placement

Development of skills in reading, writing and speaking needed for success beyond high school will be stressed. Parts of speech, language usage, mechanics, spelling, vocabulary and short stories will be emphasized. Composition assignments will provide students with the opportunity to sevelop skills in stating a purpose for writing, in maintaining unity, and in using a variety of writing styles. Critical reading skills will be developed through the study of the short story, the novel, the essay, poetry, and drama.

4214 ENGLISH 2, GENERAL 050170 2 – 1 – 104215 ENGLISH 2, GENERAL (IA)

P - 4204 English 1, General, or Placement.Activities focus on the skills needed to succeed on the Ohio Graduation Test. Students will concentrate on

grammar, mechanics, and vocabulary. They will develop critical reading skills through the study of novels, short stories, drama, and essays. Practical writing skills will be developed through writing assignments emphasizing structure and grammar as well as the ability to analyze critically.

164217 ENGLISH 2, COLLEGE PREPARATORY* 050170 2 - 1 - 10

P - 4207 English 1, College Preparatory*, or Placement.Students who successfully completed English 1CP will continue to develop comprehension, writing and

speaking skills by reading and responding to a variety of works including fiction, nonfiction, poetry, informational text, plays and a novel. Students will also concentrate on grammar, including the concepts of phrases and clauses. Writing assignments and compositions will focus on persuasion, exposition and literary analysis.

4224 ENGLISH 3, GENERAL 050180 2 - 1 - 114225 ENGLISH 3, GENERAL (IA)

P - 4214 English 2, General, or Placement.Students will continue to develop reading, writing and speaking skills. Students will develop an appreciation of

American authors and their literature from the various periods of American literature. Composition skills will be refined through writing assignments and successful completion of one required research project.

4227 ENGLISH 3, COLLEGE PREPARATORY* 050180 2 - 1 - 11P - 4217 English 2, College Preparatory* or Placement.

Students who have successfully completed English 2CP will sharpen comprehension, writing and speaking skills by reading and responding orally and in writing to American literature selections, including myth, informational text, poetry, short stories, classic plays and a novel. Writing process and research standards will be emphasized through the successful completion of the required research paper. Intensive grammar instruction will build on skills mastered during English 1CP and 2CP. REQUIRED STUDENT PURCHASES: Research Handbook, $15.00

4234 ENGLISH 4, GENERAL 050190 2 - 1 - 124235 ENGLISH 4, GENERAL (IA)4236 ENGLISH 4, GENERAL (OGT)

P - 4224 English 3, General or PlacementSeniors read English literature from Anglo-Saxon to the Twentieth Century as well as selected classics from

world literature. Composition assignments include personal writing, analysis, critical evaluations and responses to literature. Successful completion of a research paper is required.

4237 ENGLISH 4, COLLEGE PREPARATORY* 050190 2 - 1–12P - 4227 English 3, College Preparatory* or Placement.Students who have successfully completed English 3CP will have opportunities to strengthen powers of

comprehension, oral and written expression, and critical thinking by reading and responding to British literature from the Anglo-Saxon period to the Twentieth Century, including selected classic novels. Students will synthesize the foundational knowledge necessary for creating correctly phrased and punctuated prose through grammar, usage and mechanics exercises that culminate their four years of intensive grammar instruction. Students will explore informational text through the independent and successful completion of the required research paper.REQUIRED STUDENT PURCHASES: Research Book, $15.00.

174246 WORLD LITERATURE* 050300 1 - .5 - 12

P - NoneStudents will survey Hebrew, Greek, Roman, Indian, Arabic literature; and literature from the Middle Ages,

Renaissance, Romantic, Realistic and Modern periods. Authors include Biblical authors, Homer, Aesop, Sophocles, Virgil, Ovid, Dante, Cervantes, Shakespeare, Chekhov and Ibsen. As they study classics from world literature, students will learn distinctions in style, theme and technique. Students will demonstrate comprehension through a variety of assessments including independent projects and oral presentations.

4252 JOURNALISM 050403 2 - 1 – 10,11,12

P – Successful Completion of Freshman English

This course includes instruction in the writing of news stories, editorials, sport stories, features and headlines. Other topics of study include current events, the history of journalism, propaganda, basic media and student press laws, ethics, public relations and careers in journalism.

4256 CREATIVE COMPOSITION* 050400 1 - .5 - 12P - C or better in English 3C*

The imaginative student who has mastered advanced writing skills will have freedom in choosing his or her topics of composition. Types of writing will include short stories, poetry, drama and other creative prose. Students will demonstrate skills through independent / group projects and oral presentations.REQUIRED STUDENT PURCHASE: Notebook for use as journal.

4266 ANNUAL STAFF 050400 2 - 1 - 9, 10, 11, 12P - Approval of Application by Instructor; 3131 Keyboarding 1 is Recommended.

Students interested in deep involvement in publishing The Dragon, including photography, layout of pages, some artwork, writing of copy, and typing. This course will be scheduled during the school day if possible.

4276 READING 059902 1 - .5 - 9, 10, 11, 12P - None

Students who need to improve their reading skills should enroll. Students who are below grade level in their reading skills are particularly urged to enroll, as are those preparing to enter college in the fall. An individualized reading skill improvement program will be developed for each student depending upon needs. The course will emphasize improvement of such reading skills as comprehension, inference, decoding, vocabulary, and critical analysis. Study skills and reading in content areas will also be emphasized.

18FOREIGN LANGUAGE COURSES

FACULTY: Mrs. Hutchinson, M Ed, Xavier University Ms. Poynter, BS Ed, Bowling Green State University

The study of foreign languages is very helpful to all citizens. Studying languages and cultures of other lands broadens our horizons and help us develop world understanding. Students who plan to attend college often need to take two years each of two languages or three years of one language to qualify for unconditional admission to college.

4421 SPANISH 1* 060265 2 – 1 – 9, 10, 11, 12P – Final grade of C or higher in previous English course

Students who wish to familiarize themselves with the language and culture of Spain and Hispanic countries

should enroll. Students who wish to improve study skills and enrich their educational background will also benefit. Students will learn to communicate in Spanish using practical vocabulary and structures commonly found in everyday situations in contemporary Spanish-speaking countries. Activities are designed to develop skill in listening comprehension, pronunciation and expression, reading comprehension, and elementary oral and written composition. Vocabulary and principles of grammar will be presented by the use of visual aids and basic language patterns; tapes prepared by native speakers are used to enhance speaking and auditory comprehension skills. The cultural aspects of the Hispanic countries are introduced throughout the year and reinforced through the use of supplementary materials. The influence of the Spanish language and the Hispanic cultures upon the United States will also be emphasized.

4422 SPANISH 2* 060265 2- 1 - 10, 11, 12P - 4421 Spanish 1*

Students who wish to continue their study of Spanish and the Spanish-speaking people should enroll. Satisfactory completion of this course will satisfy some college entrance requirements. (Some colleges require no foreign language for entrance; some require more than two years; some require foreign language as a degree requirement.) Communication skills introduced during the first year of study will be reinforced. Comprehension of the spoken and written language should improve. Greater fluency in oral and written expression should develop. Basic materials to enrich vocabulary and to present additional grammatical principles will also provide more cultural information. Oral drill in the languages will continue to be stressed, but writing skills and reading comprehension will receive more emphasis than during the first year of study. Cultural aspects of Spain will be introduced during this second year. 4423 SPANISH 3* 060265 2 - 1 - 11, 12

P - 4422 Spanish 2*Students who enjoy the study of Spanish and those who recognize the benefits to be derived from continued

study in the language should enroll. Business and vocational students should investigate career possibilities open to them as a result of continued study in the Spanish language. All communication skills will be reinforced and developed further. Principles of grammar introduced during the first two years of study will be reviewed and fine points of syntax will be presented. Diction and clarity in oral and written expression will be stressed; reading comprehension will continue to be emphasized. Through comparison and contrast of cultures of the United States and the Spanish-speaking countries, a realistic and better understanding of the world of today should develop.

194424 SPANISH 4* 060265 2 - 1 - 12

P - 4423 Spanish 3*Students who wish to develop an acceptable level of fluency in the language should enroll. Any student who

has completed three years of Spanish and who wants to enrich his educational background is encouraged to enroll. Those students pursuing vocational education should be encouraged to investigate the career possibilities open to them as a result of continued study in Spanish. Activities will focus on further development of communication skills; listening, speaking, reading, and writing. The range of material and content of the course will be determined largely upon those who are enrolled. Consequently, the choice of material will be at the discretion of the instructor based upon the interests and needs of the students.

20MATHEMATICS AND SCIENCE DEPARTMENT

MATHEMATICS COURSES

FACULTY: Mrs. Arthurs, BS, University of ArizonaMr.. Francis, M Ed, University of DaytonMr. Schultz, M Ed, The Ohio State UniversityMs. Wilson, BS Ed, Wright State University

Two programs of study are available in mathematics. First, students planning to attend college or technical school and students who have exhibited proficiency in mathematics will be placed in the college preparatory mathematics program. Second, students who do not aspire to attend college and students who have not exhibited strength in previous mathematics courses will be placed in the general math program. All students will be placed in mathematics program and courses based upon mathematics ability, teacher and counselor recommendations, and the student's career plans.

5524 ALGEBRA 1 110301 2 - 1 - 9, 10, 11, 125525 ALGEBRA 1 (IA)

5526 ALGEBRA 1C*P – Placement determined by skill level

Students who possess above average ability in mathematics, those who are planning on attending college or technical school, and those who have successfully completed pre-algebra should enroll in this course. This course will emphasize mathematical theory rather than computation. Topics included in this course are basic operations, equation solving, and graphing on the number line.REQUIRED STUDENT PURCHASES: Graph paper and a straight edge.

5531 GEOMETRY 111200 2 - 1 - 9, 10, 11, 125532 GEOMETRY (IA)5533 GEOMETRY C*

P - Algebra 1, Placement by skill levelStudents considering college or technical school and those students with a high interest in mathematics should

enroll. Geometry will be a study of size, shape, and position with an emphasis on logic and deductive reasoning. Students will study formal geometric proof, triangle congruence, symbolic logic, parallelism, quadrilaterals (and other polygons), similar figures, coordinate geometry, circles, area, and elementary trigonometry.

5535 ALGEBRA 2 110302 2 - 1 - 10, 11, 125536 ALGEBRA 2 (IA)5537 ALGEBRA 2C*

P - Algebra 1, Placement by skill levelStudents considering college or technical school and those students with a high interest in mathematics who

are proficient in properties of and operations on real numbers, operations on polynomials, rational expressions, and radical phrases, solving linear and quadratic equations and linear functions should enroll. This course will review and expand topics from 5524 Algebra 1* and introduce several new topics. New topics to be considered are graphs of conic sections, systems of equations, common logarithms, complex numbers, permutations and combinations, probability, and series and sequences.

215540 TRIGONOMETRY AND PRE-CALCULUS* 111600 2-1-11,12

111600 1 - .5 - 10, 11, 12P - 5524 Algebra 2* and 5531 Geometry*

Students planning future study in mathematics, science, or business should enroll. This course will include circular and right triangle definitions of trigonometric functions, graphs of trigonometric functions, trigonometric identities, solving oblique triangles, applications of trigonometric functions, and complex numbers. Pre-calculus topics include linear and quadratic functions, theory of equations, matrices, vectors, and conic sections.

5543 CALCULUS* Part 1 (Advanced Placement) 119930 1 - .5 - 125544 CALCULUS* Part 2 (Advanced Placement)

P - 5524 Algebra 1*, 5535 Algebra 2*, 5531 Plane Geometry*, 5540 Trigonometry and Pre-Calculus”Students planning to study mathematics, science or business should enroll. Topics presented include limits,

derivatives, integrals, and functions. Examples and applied case studies are constantly presented to introduce new ideas or to show how calculus is used in practice.

5549 SENIOR INTEGRATED MATHEMATICS 110301 2 – 1 - 125550 SENIOR INTEGRATED MATHEMATICS (IA)5551 SENIOR INTEGRATED MATHEMATICS (OGT)

Students who wish to strengthen their overall mathematics skills by preparing for application of mathematics and focus on proficiency testing learner outcomes should enroll. Instruction will include daily business applications, personal math use and application, computation skills, algebraic concepts and preparation for proficiency testing by

focusing on state learner outcomes.

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SCIENCE COURSES

FACULTY: Mr. Anderson, M Ed, Wright State UniversityMr. Bolender, MS, Nova Southeastern UniversityMr. Gossett, BS, Bowling Green University

Ms. Kesler, M Ed, Wright State University Mr. Overstake, M Ed, Morehead State University

Two programs of study are available in science. First, students planning to attend college or technical school, and students who have exhibited proficiency in science will be placed in the college preparatory science program. Second, students who do not aspire to attend college and students who have not exhibited strength in previous science courses will be placed in the general science program. All students will be placed in science programs and courses based upon science ability, teacher and counselor recommendations, and the career plans of the student.

Students in the college preparatory program should complete the following: 5577 Modern Biology*, 5581 Chemistry 1*, and 5586 Physics*. Students are encouraged to take 5584 Chemistry 2*, and 5588 Anatomy and Physiology*.

Students in the general science program should complete the following: 5552 Foundations of Science, 5575 Earth Science, and 5576 Environmental Science.

5552 FOUNDATIONS OF SCIENCE 132212 2 - 1 - 9, 105553 FOUNDATIONS OF SCIENCE (IA)

P - NoneStudents who are not planning to attend college or technical school and students who need to strengthen their

basic science background should enroll in this course. This course will examine a variety of topics and emphasis will be placed on their relationship with our natural surroundings. Topics to be examined will include chemistry of matter, forces, motion, energy, sound, light and heat. Classroom discussion will be reinforced with laboratory demonstrations.

5576 ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE 132230 2 - 1 - 10, 11, 125579 ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE (IA)

P – 5552 or 5553 Foundations of ScienceStudents who wish to understand the interrelationships of animal life and the environment should enroll in this

course. Students will study the change in environment caused by man, as well as changes in living organisms caused by the environment. Heavy emphasis will be placed on organizing and understanding data to draw conclusions.

5575 EARTH SCIENCE 132240 2 – 1 - 11, 125578 EARTH SCIENCE (IA)

P – Successful completion of two science coursesStudents who are not planning on attending college but need to fulfill science requirements for graduation may

choose to enroll in this course. The physical nature of the earth and space will be discussed. Topics to be examined will include geology, meteorology, oceanography and astronomy. Classroom discussion will be reinforced with laboratory demonstrations.

5580 EARTH SCIENCE 2 (OGT) 132240 2 – 1 – 12P – Successful completion of Foundations, Environmental and Earth Science 1.

Students who have not passed the OGT Science Test should enroll. Topics include intense study of OGT outcomes.

235577 MODERN BIOLOGY* 130230 2 - 1 - 9, 10, 11, 12

P - Placement or a B in 5522 Foundations of ScienceStudents who wish to enter college or careers in which a biological background is fundamental should enroll in

this course. This course is designed to provide an introduction to the four major areas of biological study: Ecology, vertebrates, genetics, and botany. The course starts with a study of the relationships between the environment and the organisms that are found there. The course then progresses through the breakdown and study of the individual organism. This course will also deal with both the evident and the abstract of life. Some lab classes will be scheduled along with certain classroom topics.REQUIRED STUDENT PURCHASES: General Supply Fee, $5.00.

5581 CHEMISTRY 1* 130301 2 - 1 - 10, 11, 12P - 5524 Algebra 1* or 5531 Plane Geometry 1*

Students planning to go to college and students with a high interest in mathematics and science should enroll. Students will become acquainted with such basic concepts of chemistry as atoms, molecules, elements, compounds, and mixtures. They will be able to describe how scientists account for electrons, protons, and neutrons and their arrangement in the atom. They will acquire skill in chemical problem solving. In the laboratory the student will learn the basic techniques required for laboratory experiments and study. The laboratory will be used to reinforce the theory of chemistry, showing chemistry in action with actual substances.REQUIRED STUDENT PURCHASES: General Supply Fee, $5.00.

5584 CHEMISTRY 2* (Advanced Placement) 130301 2 - 1 - 11, 12P - 5581 Chemistry 1*

Students who are considering a scientific field of study and students who enjoy chemistry should enroll. Chemistry 2* includes a structural review of the basic principles of Chemistry 1*, solution chemistry and ion chemistry. The laboratory will consist of precise measurements and techniques with analysis of unknown substances. Students who are successful in this course will have the opportunity to take the advanced placement examination for college credit. REQUIRED STUDENT PURCHASES: General Supply Fee, $5.00, and the AP Exam fee of approximately $100.00 if the student decides to take the examination.

5586 PHYSICS 1* 130302 2 - 1 - 11, 12P - 5524 Algebra 1*

Students who need an additional science background or who have an exceptional interest in practical scientific phenomena should enroll. Physics deals with the interactions between matter and energy. Activities focus on the practical aspects of force and motion, sound, the duality of light, electricity, magnetism, mechanical systems, transmission of energy, electromagnetic and nuclear phenomena. Experimentation is used to reinforce class discussion.REQUIRED STUDENT PURCHASES: General Supply Fee, $5.00.

5589 ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY* 132230 2 - 1 - 10, 11, 12P - 5577 Modern Biology*

Students who plan to enter a medical or health related field, or students desiring to further their study in science should enroll in this course. In-depth study will include such topics as body organs, systems, structures, and the relationships among the various organs which allow for normal bodily functions. REQUIRED STUDENT PURCHASES: General Supply Fee $5.00.

24SOCIAL STUDIES DEPARTMENT

FACULTY: Mr. Closson, M Ed, Nova Southeastern UniversityMr. Roble, M Ed, Ohio UniversityMs. Seaman, M Ed, Ohio UniversityMr. Streitenberger, M Ed, University of Cincinnati

The courses within the Social Studies Department are of two types: Those required for graduation and those to satisfy the students' needs for electives or background.

Successful completion of 6610, 6611 or 6612 U.S. Studies is required for graduation.Students planning to attend college or technical school are encouraged to take 6656 World History and/or 6681

Economics.

6610 U.S. STUDIES G 150810 2 – 1 - 96611 U.S. STUDIES C*6612 U.S. STUDIES (IA)

P - NoneSuccessful completion of this course is required of all students for graduation. This course will cover American

History from the 1920's to present. The course will give an overview of key events during the twentieth century that have shaped the United States of today. The course also covers the political development and workings of the national government.

6625 WORLD STUDIES G 150890 2 – 1 - 106626 WORLD STUDIES C*6627 WORLD STUDIES (IA)

This course is required for sophomoresStudents enrolled in this course will examine the modern history and geography of the world. The course

covers the time period from US and French Revolutions to present. The course will help students develop a sense of their place as a citizen of the world and an understanding of why the political events of our day are occurring. The student will develop a knowledge of world geography.

6621 US GOVERNMENT G 150308 2 – 1 - 116622 US GOVERNMENT C*

P – Junior standing and completion of US Studies and World StudiesStudents will study the basic principles of federal, state, and local governments and their functions in today’s

world. Specific considerations are the constitution, amendments, court procedures, hierarchy of government functions, and personal economic skills.

6623 US GOVERNMENT (IA) 150308 2 - 1 – 11P – Junior standing and placement following completion of U.S. Studies (IA) and World Studies (IA).

Students who need additional help in developing study skills in social studies and who are motivated to develop such skills should enroll. Students will study the basic principles of federal, state, and local governments and their functions in today’s world. Specific considerations are the constitution, amendments, court procedures, hierarchy of government functions, and personal economic skills. Students can expect individual assistance in developing study skills and in mastering social studies concepts.

256624 US GOVERNMENT 2 (OGT) 150308 2 - 1 – 12

Seniors who have not passed the OGT Social Studies Test are required to enroll. Intense study of OGT outcomes will occur.

6656 WORLD HISTORY* 150890 2 - 1 - 10, 11, 12P – Must have previously passed OGT Social Studies and Junior or Senior standing

Students enrolled in this course will analyze and evaluate major themes of World History. Student will study the empires of Ancient Western and Asian Societies, the Middle Ages, and the Era of Exploration. Students taking this course will develop skills in essay writing, analysis, evaluation, and organization skills. The students will be able to

demonstrate an understanding of the impact made by the societies and groups of people studied in this course.

6681 ECONOMICS* 150600 1 - .5 - 11, 12P – Junior or Senior standing

Students interested in studying economic problems confronting individuals in Greenfield, surrounding area, state of Ohio, United States, and the world should enroll. Students will study inflation, employment opportunities, taxes, spending, scarcity of resources, banking, population, problems, government regulation, labor unions, stock markets, international trade, and other aspects of economics confronting individuals, families, communities, states, and nations. Understanding and skill are developed in approaching economic problems, analyzing the problems, and forming various approaches to their solution. Study will focus on current information with regard to such items as business, government, taxes and spending, growth in the size of both private and public organizations, and the impact of private and government organizations on people in this country.

6682 PSYCHOLOGY* (Advanced Placement) 151121 2 - 1 - 11, 12P – Must have previously passed OGT Social Studies, Junior or Senior standing

This course will deal with the study of human behavior. Issues and topics that will be examined include the make-up of the human brain, the way we learn and remember, various levels of intelligence, the development of intelligence, and forms of abnormal behavior. Students who are successful in this course will have the opportunity to take the advanced placement examination for college credit.REQUIRED STUDENT PURCHASES: AP exam fee of approximately $100.00 if the student decides to take the examination.

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SPECIAL EDUCATION DEPARTMENT

FACULTY: Mr. Honnold, BS, University of Rio GrandeMr. Evans, M Ed, Ohio University Mrs. Mitchell, M Ed, Wright State University

Ms. Weldon, M Ed, University of Cincinnati

Special Education courses are available only to these students placed in the special education functional classroom program through the special education placement process. All other identified special needs students are served through individual assistance (IA) courses.

7241 ENGLISH 1 050014 2 - 1 - 9P - Placement in the Individual Assistance Program

This course addresses the individual student's need in grammar, spelling, reading, and writing. Basic survival skills in English are developed.


This course addresses the individual student's need in grammar, spelling, reading, and writing. Speaking and writing skills are refined.


This course helps students develop their listening and reading comprehension skills. Individual reports will be make by the students.


This is a continuation of the first three years of English. Action magazine is used to reinforce learned material. Communication skills are developed for on-the-job success and for every day life.

7511 MATH 1 111950 2 - 1 - 97512 MATH 2 111950 2 - 1 - 107513 MATH 3 111950 2 - 1 - 117514 MATH 4 111950 2 - 1 - 12

P - Placement in the Individual Assistance ProgramThis course stresses mastery of the basic mathematics skills in the four functions. Students learn to apply

these basic skills in math to everyday life.

7561 SCIENCE 1 132900 2 - 1 - 97562 SCIENCE 2 132900 2 - 1 - 107563 SCIENCE 3 132900 2 - 1 - 117564 SCIENCE 4 132900 2 - 1 - 12

P - Placement in the Individual Assistance ProgramThis course helps students develop a general understanding of science and how science and life are related.

Classroom experiments will be conducted.27

7641 SOCIAL STUDIES 1 150400 2 - 1 - 9P - Placement in the Individual Assistance Curriculum

A general study of the geography of the United States, and the world is pursued. At the same time a study of

the laws and government as they pertain to everyday life is discussed. Current events as they relate to living are also studied.


An introduction to the history of the United States from the time of its discovery to present day is presented. The background of new country settlers is discussed.


This course is a continuation of the study of American Government stressing how government operates. The study includes titles given to those who govern, the requirements each must have to become a candidate, and how long the term of office is. Various forms of government are covered - city, county, state, and federal along with the executive, legislative, and judicial branches. Current events are an important part of the curriculum. Media used for this study include newspaper, television, radio, and magazines.

1504007644 SOCIAL STUDIES 4 2 - 1 – 12

P - Placement in the Individual Assistance CurriculumThis course is a continuation of the student’s study of all aspects of Social Studies.

7711 HEALTH 1 260101 2 - 1 - 9P - Placement in the Individual Assistance Curriculum

This is a course in health which will include a study of body functions and how they relate to proper diet and good health habits.

7921 LIVING SKILLS 1 300030 2 - 1 - 97922 LIVING SKILLS 2 300030 2 - 1 - 107923 LIVING SKILLS 3 300030 2 - 1 - 117924 LIVING SKILLS 4 300030 2 - 1 - 12

P - Placement in the Individual Assistance CurriculumThis course prepares students with skills necessary for personal living and for success on the job. Topics will

include checkbook balancing, cooking for one, how to rent an apartment, how to get utilities turned on, and baby makes three, when and why to have children, grocery shopping, credit cards and their use, income tax, proper diet, clothes and their care, and job interviews.

7934 WORK EXPERIENCE 300010 2 - 1 - 11P - Placement in the Individual Assistance Curriculum

The student is placed in a work situation and is supervised and assisted by the Individual Assistance instructor. The amount of credit given depends upon the number of hours worked.

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VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTSDEPARTMENTART COURSES

FACULTY: Ms. Duncan, M Ed, Xavier UniversityThrough a four-year program a student has the opportunity to learn to see and to interpret all aspects of the world in which we live.8301 ART 1 020012 2 - 1 - 9, 10, 11, 12

P - NoneStudents who are interested in the visual arts should enroll. The elements of art, color, line, form, texture, and

value will be explored. Such materials as cord, tempera, and pen and ink will be used to help students explore subjects and themes in their natural and man-made environments. Students will be expected to furnish basic supplies, to strive to produce competent visual imagery, and to gain an appreciation of the arts in society. Units include perspective drawing, macramé, color, calligraphy, and basic drawing, among others.REQUIRED STUDENT PURCHASES: Basic drawing supplies, macramé supplies, drawing board: Approximate cost, $25.00; General Supply Fee, $5.00.

8306 ART 2 020012 2 - 1 - 10, 11, 12P - 8301 Art 1

Sophomores, juniors or seniors interested in furthering their art experiences should enroll. Exploration of various graphic and aqueous media will be stressed. Units include fabric, anatomy, illustration, and interior design, among others. Students will learn manipulation of watercolor, tempera, and other aqueous media. Basic design will be studied. Introduction of various media will be accomplished with stress upon the importance of the medium rather than subject matter, design, or style.REQUIRED STUDENT PURCHASES: Acrylic paint set, fabric supplies, and drawing material: Approximate cost, $35.00; General Supply Fee, $5.00.

8311 ART 3 020012 2 - 1 - 11, 12P - 8306 Art 2

Advanced juniors and seniors concerned with exploration of art styles should enroll. The course will be taught on an individual student level. Its purpose is to let the student explore various styles in art and choose a style best suited to the student. Areas covered are advanced color theory and nineteenth and twentieth century art, among others. Students will be expected to handle color in various media competently as well as to build an awareness of specific artists and styles of art.REQUIRED STUDENT PURCHASES: Various personal supplies: Approximate cost, $40.00; General Supply Fee, $5.00.

8316 ART 4 020012 2 - 1 - 12P - 8311 Art 3

Advanced senior art students interested in art areas after high school should enroll. Art 4 students will be the most experienced students in the art program. They will be expected to spend this final year creating quality works of art and exploring art career possibilities. The emphasis will be on the creation of meaningful, creative, personal works, and evaluation or criticism of art works. A senior portfolio and show will be required.REQUIRED STUDENT PURCHASES: Acrylic paints, canvas, and various personal supplies: Approximate cost, $40.00; General Supply Fee, $5.00. 29

MUSIC COURSES

FACULTY: Ms. Flora, MA, East Tennessee State University

Mr. Hawvermale, BS, Wright State University

Music, the highest form of expression, is a precious cultural heritage, and it offers a unique opportunity to each student for personal development and for a personal contribution to the enhancement of culture in our school and in our community. Students who join our music programs are joining the finest group of musicians anywhere!

8271 SHOW CHOIR 120400 2 - 1 - 11, 12P - Audition or Instructor Selection.

Juniors and seniors who have had a least 1 year of concert choir and have an interest in music, dance, and theatre should enroll.

During the year students will study choral music and dance. The music will include a wide selection of pop, ballad, rock, theatre, and period music. Dancing will include modern, jazz, and social dancing. Tap dancing will be explored as well. Performance skills will be stressed. Students accepted into this course should plan on frequent performances outside of school hours. Performance is a major focus of the course and student grades will reflect those efforts. The students will learn music theory and various musical skills such as part-singing and sight singing. Students will also learn dance and performance techniques as well as audition techniques.

Entrance into this course is only through audition or selection by the instructor.

8350 BEGINNING BAND 120500 2 - 1 - 9, 10, 11, 12P - Permission of Instructor

Students who have previous band experience but have not participated during the past school year, or students with an interest in participating in instrumental music should enroll. Instruction will be centered on the individual with progression from the beginning steps of instrumental music to enrollment and participation in 8351, Tiger Bands.

8351 BAND 120500 2 - 1 - 9, 10, 11, 12P - Previous band experience and permission of the director.

Qualified students interested in pursuing the study of a band instrument should enroll. Performance opportunities include the Marching Band, the Concert Band, the Jazz Band, and the Pep Band. Students are encouraged to take private lessons and participate in the OMEA Solo and Ensemble contest. The student is expected to achieve knowledge of the complete practical playing range of their respective instrument and a mastery of rhythmic notation up to and including 32nd notes, dotted figures, and syncopation. Students are also expected to achieve a general knowledge of basic time signatures, dynamics, articulation, and intonation. All types and styles of music are performed, and the performance of literature from the OMEA contest list is emphasized. Attendance at all rehearsals and performances is mandatory, including all summer rehearsals and band camp. Students must participate in both marching and concert band. If a student chooses to participate in a conflicting school activity or athletic team, the student must make the band director aware of such a conflict to determine an acceptable resolution.

REQUIRED STUDENT PURCHASES: An instrument with accessories and maintenance equipment, black shoes, black tie (man’s), white dress shirt, black slacks, marching band uniform accessories, a complete summer uniform, band camp fees, and a uniform cleaning fee which is collected at the beginning of the year.

308376 CONCERT CHORUS 120400 2 – 1 - 9, 10, 11, 12

P - Audition or Instructor SelectionStudents who wish to pursue vocal music studies for performance should enroll. Students will study and sing

standard and popular mixed voice literature from all musical periods. They will have opportunity to learn how to produce a pleasant voice and blend with the choir and how to use choreography in singing. Students are required to attend all performances, both during and after school.

Entrance into this course is only through audition or selection by the instructor. 8378 SYMPHONIC CHOIR 120400 2 – 1 - 10,11,12 P – Audition or Placement by Instructor

This course is intended for students who are serious about vocal development. Students will study serious 4-part compositions. Strong vocal and technical skills will be emphasized. Students will be expected to attend all performances, both during and after school. Formal attire will be required.

Entrance into this course is through audition or teacher permission and previous participation in choral program in grades 7-11.REQUIRED STUDENT PURCHASES: Standardized attire est. $100.00.

8381 MUSIC THEORY I 102300 1 - .5 - 11, 12 P- Permission of the Instructor

This course will introduce the student to composers and their music from all musical time periods. The goal is to allow the student to appreciate each for their importance in music history. A basic understanding of music history is helpful for one to be able to identify the musical time period of a piece of music.

8382 MUSIC THEORY II 102300 1 - .5 - 11, 12 P – 8381 Music Theory IAny music student or any other student who wants to study music structure in detail should enroll. Although

the course begins assuming no prior knowledge, it is extremely beneficial to have some prior knowledge. A basic understanding of music theory is helpful to one who is a music performer or who wishes to compose music.

Students will study the staff; note names; time signatures; note values; key signatures; intervals; major, minor and chromatic scales; cord progressions; and non-harmonic tones. As a final project, the student will compose a short composition using the tools that have been studied in the course.

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HEALTH AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION COURSES

FACULTY: Mrs. Jones, BA, Ohio Wesleyan UniversityMr. Whitley, MA, University of Rio Grande

Vigorous physical activity and good health habits provide a vital foundation for all aspects of a fulfilling life. Our required courses in physical education and health introduce the student to these key areas of living.

The physical education classes also provide for developing a proficiency in body movement which is fundamental to full understanding of and participation in art, theatre, music, dance, and other performance areas.

8702 HEALTH AND PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT 260101 1 - .5 - 9P - None

This course is required of all freshmen. The study of health helps the student to discover how environment, family, and peers affect his or her physical,

mental, and social well-being. Areas discussed are the fundamental elements of health; the effects of alcohol, tobacco, and drugs on the body; sexually transmitted diseases; physical fitness, exercise, and nutrition; eating disorders; conflict and violence; cancer; and common problems affecting one’s health. Supplemental videos and guest speakers will be used.

8725 PHYSICAL EDUCATION (BOYS) 8727 080300 1 - .25 - 98726 PHYSICAL EDUCATION (GIRLS) 8728 080300 1 - .25 - 9

P - NoneThis course is required of all freshmen. It consists of a combination of physical education and swimming over

the course of eighteen weeks. Through learning movement skills to improve muscular strength, endurance, flexibility, agility, balance, and coordination, students will develop a basis for the pursuit of life-long physical fitness and recreational pursuits. Individual and team sports, dance, and recreational activities will be the basis of the course along with conditioning and physical fitness. The basic skills of swimming including the crawl stroke, backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke, endurance swimming, and treading water will be taught during the swimming segment. A swimming proficiency test will be given. Coeducational activities are emphasized as appropriate.

Students who successfully completed the semester of Physical Education in the eighth grade are required to complete one semester of Physical Education at the high school.

8735 PHYSICAL FITNESS AND CONDITIONING 080300 1 - .25–10,11,12P – Successful completion of 9th grade PE requirement

Students wishing to have the opportunity to increase their individual strength and endurance should enroll. Intensive weight training will be the focus of this class.

32SPEECH AND THEATRE COURSES

FACULTY: Ms. Linkenhoker, BS Ed, Ohio University

Mr. M. Raike, BA, Ohio University

Closely akin to art and music are activities in speech, theatre, and television. Students once again have opportunity for self-expression and personal growth as they participate in speech, theatre, and television activities. Students mature rapidly as they learn performance skills through presentations to audiences in the school and in the community.

8261 PUBLIC SPEAKING 050500 1 - .5 - 9, 10, 11, 12P - None

This course introduces students to a variety of speaking situations. Class activities focus on basic public speaking skills. Students are required to give speeches, (informative, persuasive, demonstrative and entertaining), tell stories, conduct interviews, present an oral interpretation, and explore pantomime and drama. Library research and organization are stressed as part of speech preparation.

8265 STAGECRAFT 059999 1 - .5 - 9, 10, 11, 12 P - None

Students interested in construction and/or theatre should enroll. This class provides both theory and practical experience in basic set design and construction. Besides designing and constructing sets for school plays and Cabarets, students will develop basic skills in a variety of technical theatre areas - lighting, makeup, costuming, props, and theatre management. The student will be required to design and construct a scale model set for a play of his or her own choosing.REQUIRED STUDENT PURCHASES: Material for miniature sets and protective clothing for use while building school sets.

8281 INTRODUCTION TO TELEVISION AND RADIO PRODUCTION 050545 2 - 1 - 10, 11, 12P - Freshman English

Students who wish to learn the elements of producing television and radio programs should enroll. Students will participate in the production of television programs. Every aspect of television production will be covered, including broadcast laws; television cameras, talent, switching, audio, announcer and recording equipment; producing programs in the studio. Students will learn how to use the teleprompter. Each student will learn the proper format for writing scripts for television, directing television programs; crew members and their duties; and evaluating television programs. Students will work on news shows, commercial, public service announcement and game shows.

338285 TELEVISION PRODUCTION 2 050545 2 - 1 - 11, 12

P - 8281 Introduction to Television and Radio Production and permission of the instructorStudents who wish to study and apply advanced television production techniques and/or students who wish to

become involved in Greenfield Community television productions should enroll. Students will develop skills necessary for leadership as television production. Students will have responsibility

for an entire production from program idea to the completion of a live production. Students will study and experience

first-hand the special problems of the television director use of color, set and lighting design, sound, graphics, audio, overhead camera, teleprompter, talent, announcer, directing the production. Students will be the crew members for all live productions. A student will produce a 60 second PSA in and out of the studio to be used in the live productions throughout the year.

8286 TELEVISION PRODUCTION 3 050545 2 - 1 - 12P - 8285 TV Production II and permission of instructor.

Television 3 will keep the school’s Web pages correct and up-to-date. Also, students will be selected to do the interviews, edit the interviews and write the introductions for the talent. These will be shown on Tiger Talk, which is aired live on GCTV3.

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