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2018-19 CORNELL HIGH SCHOOL COURSE

DESCRIPTION BOOK

School District of Cornell Nondiscrimination Notice The Cornell School District does not discriminate against students on the basis of sex, race, color, religion,

national origin, ancestry, creed, pregnancy, marital or parental status, sexual orientation, or physical, mental, emotional, or learning disability or handicap in its education programs or activities.

REQUIREMENTS FOR GRADUATION Number of Credits Required for Graduation: 24 Required credits: 15 Elective credits: 9 The classes and the number of credits needed are listed below: 1. A minimum of 24 credits will be required for graduation. Courses required within this total are as follows: a) 4 credits – English b) 3 credits - Mathematics c) 3 credits - Science d) 1 1/2 credits - Physical Education e) 3 credits - Social Studies 1 credit World Studies 1 credit U. S. History 1/2 credit American Government 1/2 credit Social Studies Electives f) 1 semester – Health (grades 7-12) 3. All students will be required to take 7 credits each year. Study halls are at the Principal’s discretion. Some variations of the above requirements may be made by the Principal when long illnesses, a transfer student, or other extenuating circumstances make it necessary. 4. Some variations of the above requirements may be made by the Principal when long illnesses, a transfer student, or other extenuating circumstances make it necessary. 5. Beginning in the 2016-17 school year, in order to receive a high school diploma a student must take, during the high school grades, a civics test comprised of 100 questions that are identical to the 100 questions that may be asked of an individual during the process of applying for U.S. citizenship by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services. The student must correctly answer at least 60 of those questions. Students are allowed to retake a test an unlimited number of times in order to achieve a passing score. Students with disabilities who have an IEP must complete the test, but cannot be required to pass the test in order to graduate. A limited English proficient student must be permitted to take the civics test in the student’s language of choice. The civics test requirement also applies to students who are seeking a GED or high school equivalency diploma. 6. CORNELL SCHOOL DISTRICT EARLY GRADUATION POLICY-(New as of February, 2018)

A student may be allowed to graduate in three and one-half years if a satisfactory program can be worked out with the student, parents/guardians of the student, guidance counselor, and the principal.

1. 26 credits are required to graduate. Included in these credits are : four (4) credits in English; three (3) credits in science; three (3) credits in socials studies (one (1.0) credit of World Studies ,one ( 1.0) credit of US History II, one half ( .5) credit of American Government); a passing grade on the Wisconsin State Civics test; three (3 credits) in mathematics; one and one half (1 ½) credits in physical education; one-half (1/2) credit in health.

2. A student may apply for early graduation. Students who wish to complete their high school education in less than eight semesters may receive permission to graduate early. Requests to graduate early shall be acted on by the High School Principal and shall be approved on a case-by case basis.

3. If a student is unable to take a required course offered by the district, they may purchase the required course at

their expense in order to graduate early.

4. Students graduating early shall receive their diploma at the end of the school year in which they complete district graduation requirements.

5. The following steps are required:

A. The student must file a request, including specific reason(s), for early graduation prior to the second semester of their 11th grade year.

B. The parent/guardian of the student must also sign the request for early graduation. C. A conference involving the student, parents/guardians, counselor, and principal will be held. D. All of these requests and signatures must be filed with the high school principal.

6. The student may only graduate one semester early.

7. Only one commencement will be held each year and those fulfilling requirements early will be eligible to

participate in the year-end commencement. In being granted this early graduation, the student also agrees to accept the following conditions:

A. If the student is placed on detention, he/she will serve on the nights assigned without argument.

B. Those individuals who graduate in January will not be permitted to take part in any organized school activity

(such as athletics, field trips, youth options, etc.), with the exception of the graduation activities (Honor’s banquet, lock-in etc.).

Criteria for Post-Secondary, Distance Learning and On-line Course Selection

College/University English - Students must obtain an English Teacher recommendation and successfully pass the College

English placement test. College English is NOT a replacement option for English 12 for qualifying students.

Medical Terminology - Students must have completed Biology, Chemistry l, and Human Anatomy with a C or better each

semester. Students must also have a proven interest in the medical field.

Physics - If a Physics course is not offered; any student can take Physics that would have taken Cornell’s Physics course.

Additional College Courses/AP Options - Students may be eligible for the selection of additional college course(s)

beyond the currently offered Transcripted courses. These courses are additional to qualifying for the above College

English and Medical Terminology courses. Eligibility will be based on the following criteria:

1. The student must be a full-time senior and must have 21 or more credits successfully completed. 2. The student must have successfully completed three years of Math with a fourth year scheduled. Math courses

must include four of the following courses: Algebra, Geometry, Advanced Algebra, Pre-Calculus, Calculus, and

Applied Math with a C or better each semester.

3. The student must have successfully completed three years of Science with a fourth year scheduled. Science

Courses must include four of the following courses: Biology, Chemistry I, Physics, Chemistry II, Advanced Biology,

and Human Anatomy & Physiology with a C or better each semester. (Agri-science courses, while available for

science credit, will not be included as eligible science courses for this purpose.)

4. The student must have a cumulative GPA of a 3.6 or higher or an ACT score of at least 24.

Any student who is taking a Youth Options or Distance Learning class must provide their own laptop/device if one is needed for the class. This includes all classes in the DL room or on the polycom. Any required transportation is the student’s responsibility.

This criterion was established to allow students to build the required academic foundation prior to the selection of a

college course option. Student interest to take a college/university course is not a stand-alone reason for a college

course option.

If a student fails a college course they are responsible for any costs related to the class.

Admission/Continuation Guidelines for Welding Academy

Admission:

1. A minimum grade point average of 2.5. 2. Attendance rate of 95% or greater over the last year. 3. Displaying acceptable behavior/character as determined by the high school principal. 4. A grade of C- or better over two semesters of Chemistry. 5. A grade of C- or better over two years of math. 6. A grade of C or better in a welding class or proven efficient welding skills in a class which contains welding. 7. Parents to provide transportation or allow students to transport themselves to Cadott before 7:30 a.m. and

leave at 11:00 a.m. 8. Students will have classes according to CVTC’s schedule of the welding academy no matter if CVTC or Cornell

High School has class that day. 9. A letter of interest stating why the student should be considered for the program. 10. Two letters of recommendation (LOR) supporting admittance into the program. 11. Students must pay for the full price of any classes they drop out from, fail, or are removed from.

Continuation:

1. Arrive in Cadott and be ready for classes to begin at 7:30 a.m. 2. Only two absences will be allowed. Removal from the academy will occur on the third absence. (This is a

skills based, hands-on course that requires attendance.) Students are required to pay for classes they are removed from.

3. Passing all concurrent high school courses.

Admission/Continuation Guidelines for Machining Academy

Admission:

1. A minimum grade point average of 2.5. 2. Attendance rate of 95% or greater over the last year. 3. Displaying acceptable behavior/character as determined by the high school principal. 4. A grade of C- or better over two years of math. 5. A grade of C or better in Ag Machining or proven efficient machining skills via teacher approval. 6. Students will have classes according to CVTC’s schedule of the Machining Academy no matter if CVTC or Cornell

High School has class that day. Class times may be extended until 3:30 pm 7. A letter of interest stating why the student should be considered for the program. 8. Two letters of recommendation (LOR) supporting admittance into the program. 9. Students must pay for the full price of any classes they drop out from, fail, or are removed from.

Continuation:

10. Only two absences will be allowed. Removal from the academy will occur on the third absence. (This is a skills based, hands-on course that requires attendance.) Students are required to pay for classes they are removed from.

11. Passing all concurrent high school courses.

FOUR YEAR COLLEGE AND UNIVERSITY PREP COURSE RECOMMENDATIONS

English ....................................................................4 credits (Public Speaking) Mathematics .......................................................... 4-5 credits

Algebra Geometry Advanced Algebra Pre-calculus Calculus

Science ..................................................................3-4 credits

Biology Chemistry Physics Chemistry II

Social Studies........................................................ 4 credits Foreign Language.................................................. 2-3 credits

Helpful websites: http://www.uwhelp.wisconsin.edu/ and www.wisconsinmentor.org

TECHNICAL COLLEGE PREP RECOMMENDATIONS

English ……………………………………………… 4 years-(Public Speaking) Mathematics………………………………………2 years-Including Algebra Science……………………………………………….2 years-Some colleges/programs may have a specific science requirement. Social Studies………………………………….… 3 years Electives………………………………….………….Computer skills and courses available in your areas of vocational interest There are no general course admission requirements for Wisconsin technical colleges. However, individual programs may require specific courses for admission.

Helpful websites: www.witechcolleges.org

http://www.uwhelp.wisconsin.edu/

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CORNELL HIGH SCHOOL COURSES AND CAREER LINKS

Careers in agriculture, food and natural resources involve the production, processing, marketing, distribution, financing and development of agricultural commodities and resources. These include food, fuel, fiber, wood products, natural resources, horticulture and other plant and animal products/resources.

Enjoy learning about agriculture or natural resources Enjoy working with plants, animals, or equipment Enjoy problem solving and experimenting Enjoy science courses Enjoy being outdoors in all types of weather Enjoy research and laboratory work Enjoy varied tasks Stay in good physical condition? Be precise and accurate? Be safety conscious? Be concerned about the environment? Be proficient in math and science? Be mechanically inclined?

Food Products and Processing Systems Plant Systems Animal Systems Power, Structural & Technical System Natural Resource Systems Environmental Service Systems

Agribusiness Systems

On-the-job training and/or minimal experience

Bee Keeper Fisherman Nursery Worker Stable Worker Crop Sprayer Landscape Laborer Pet Groomer Vet Hospital Worker Farm Worker Logger Pet Shop Worker

Community college, technical college, apprenticeship, experience Arborist Environmental Technician Golf Course Manager Veterinary Technician Animal Control Officer Farrier Greenhouse Manager Waste Water Technician Animal Nutritionist Fish & Game Officer Horticulturist Quality Food Control Specialist Bio-Tech Lab Technician Forestry Technician Landscape Designer Cheese Maker

Colleges/Universities

Animal Scientist Geneticist Soil Scientist Agriculture Economist Biochemist Greenhouse Operator Toxicologist Agricultural Educator Entomologist

Marine Biologist USDA Inspector Agricultural Engineer Food Scientist Plant Pathologist Veterinarian Agricultural Sales & Communications Agriculture Banker Forester Soil Geologist Zoologist Animal Psychologist Game Warden

Agri-Science I (science .5 credit) .5 Semester 9, 10, 11, 12

Animal Science- .5 Semester 10,11, 12

Food Science .5 Semester 10, 11, 12

Forestry (science .5 credit) .5 Semester 9, 10, 11, 12

Greenhouse Management .5 Semester 11, 12

Horticulture- (science .5 credit) .5 Semester 10, 11, 12

Vet Science (science .5 credit) .5 Semester 11, 12

Wildlife Management I .5 Semester 9, 10, 11, 12

Ag Leadership .5 Semester 10, 11, 12

Equine Management (New Offering) .5 Semester 9, 10, 11, 12

Youth Apprenticeship/Employability 1 Year 12

Careers in planning, designing, managing, and maintaining the built environment

Enjoy hands-on activities Enjoy working with tools, machines, and computers Consider yourself mechanically inclined Like assembling or repairing Enjoy group interaction Prefer a variety of working environments Have good technical writing skills Have good communication skills

Be spatially perceptive? Be an analytical thinker? Be self-motivated? Stick with a task until it is completed? Be a creative thinker? Enjoy mathematics? Be flexible? Be willing to upgrade your education when necessary?

Design/Pre-construction

Construction Maintenance/Operations


Construction Laborer Highway Maintenance Grading & Leveling Machine Operator Construction Worker Helper Worker Heavy Equipment Operator Fence Builder Roofer Groundskeeper & Gardener Tile Setter

Community college, technical college, apprenticeship, experience

HVAC Technician Drywall Installer Plumber Architectural Drafter Electrician Tile Setter Bricklayer Glazier Civil Engineering Technician Carpenter Pipefitter Electrical Engineering Technician Cement Mason Plasterer


Architect Civil Engineer Grounds Supervisor Building Contractor Cost Estimator Interior Design C.A.D. Designer Electrical Engineer Landscape Architect

Ag Electrical .5 Semester 9, 10, 11, 12

Ag Machining .5 Semester 9, 10, 11, 12

Machining Academy ** 12 Semester Admission

Ag Metals .5 Semester 9, 10, 11, 12

Ag Welding I/ll .5 Semester 9, 10, 11, 12

Welding Academy** - .5 Semester Admission

Ag Woods I .5 Semester 9, 10, 11, 12

Ag Woodworking II-Project Based .5 Semester 10, 11, 12

Small Engine I .5 Semester 9, 10, 11, 12

Small Engine II .5 Semester 10, 11, 12

Youth Apprenticeship/Employability .5 Semester 12

Designing, producing, exhibiting, performing, writing, and publishing multimedia content including visual and performing arts and design, journalism, and entertainment services.

Like to draw and design Like to take pictures Like to work with web design, graphics, and publications Like to design and/or produce using multimedia tools Like communicating ideas

Enjoy playing musical instruments or singing Enjoy performing in front of other people Enjoy being part of entertainment productions

Work as part of a team as well as alone? Be accurate? Be flexible? Meet deadlines? Communicate written, verbal, or visual ideas? Think critically and creatively? Be outgoing and a risk taker?

Audio & Video Technology & Film Printing Technology Visual Arts Performing Arts Journalism & Broadcasting Telecommunications


Floral Designer Proofreader Mural Painter Food Stylist Sign Designer/Painter Photographer Musician Stained Glass Pre-Press


Animator Prepress Technician Sign Painter Bookbinder Printing Press Operator Potter Broadcast Technician Recording Technician Graphic Designer Caption Writer Taxidermist Music Repair Technician Communications Line Maintainers Public Relations Manager Recording Technician


Animator Illustrator Videographer Artist Jeweler Journalist Cinematographer Musician Composer Interior Decorator Music Teacher Copy Editor Art Teacher Music Therapist Dancer Art Professor Composer Photographer Art Therapist Recording Engineer Potter Graphic Designer Music Repair

Art I-Foundations .5 Semester 9, 10, 11, 12

Art II- Color Study .5 Semester 9, 10, 11, 12

Art III-3D Design .5 Semester 9, 10, 11, 12

Graphic Design I .5 Semester 9, 10, 11, 12

Drawing 1 .5 Semester 10, 11, 12

Industrial Design .5 Semester 9,10,11, 12

Band 1 Year 9, 10, 11, 12

Chorus 1 Year 9, 10, 11, 12

Business Management and careers Administration encompass planning, organizing, directing and evaluating business functions essential to efficient and productive business operations. Business Management and Administration career opportunities are available in every sector of the economy.

Working with and serving other people Paying attention to detail and accuracy Working with numbers and analyzing data Working with computers Organizing and maintaining records Being in a position of authority Selling and promoting ideas

Work under pressures of time and meeting deadlines? Work as part of a team? Communicate effectively? Delegate duties? Solve problems? Maintain confidentiality? Prepare reports? Lead and make decisions? Handle money with accuracy and reliability?

Administrative Services Business Analysis Business Information Management General Management Human Resource Management Operations Management

On-the-job training and/or minimal experience Bank Teller Sales Clerk Billing, Cost, & Rate Clerk Caterer Telephone Operator Hospital Admitting Clerk File Clerk Typist Meter Reader Mail Clerk Human Resources Clerk Hotel Clerk


Accountant Small Business Owner Management Trainee Administrative Assistant Stenographer Word Processor Computer Operator Tax Preparer Retail Sales Supervisor Court Reporter Funeral Director Industrial Clerk Kennel Owner


Accountant/CPA Health Care Administrator Sales Representative Advertising Manager Human Resource Manager Theater Manager Art Director Instrument Sales/Manufacturing Travel Agency Manager Business Consultant Marketing Manager Event Planner

Planning, services for financial and investment planning, banking, insurance, and business financial management.



Financial & Investment Planning Business Financial Management Banking & Related Services Insurance Services


Bill & Account Collector Brokerage Clerk Cashier


Accountant Insurance Agent Brokerage Clerk Investigator & Adjustor Claim Adjustor Loan Officer Financial Institution Manager Personal Property Appraiser


Accountant, CPA Credit Analyst Economist Actuary Credit Card Operations Manager Financial Advisor Auditor Insurance Underwriter Stockbroker Brokerage Clerk Investment Advisor Real Estate Appraiser Business & Industry Consultant Music Store Accountant Controller School Business Manager

Entrepreneurship .5 Semester 10, 11, 12

Executing governmental functions to include Governance; National Security; Foreign Service; Planning; Revenue and Taxation; Regulation; and Management and Administration at the local, state, and federal levels

Have an interest in working with people and ideas Enjoy serving the community Have good communication and strong interpersonal skills Work well under pressure Like variety in working conditions and accept change easily Like to negotiate, defend, and debate ideas Like to be involved with education Like to work with all age groups Respect rules and regulations

Be sensitive to the needs and feelings of others? Assess a situation and make a decision quickly? Work in challenging situations? Be flexible and able to make changes? Solve problems?

Upgrade your education when necessary?

Governance National Security Foreign Service Planning Revenue & Taxation Regulation Public Management

Business Management .5 Semester 10, 11, 12

Computerize Accounting 1 Year 10,11,12

Business Communication .5 Semester 10, 11, 12

Marketing .5 Semester 9,10,11,12

Introduction to Business .5 Semester 9,10,11,12

Desktop Publishing** .5 Year Approval required

Microsoft Office .5 Semester 10, 11,12

Personal Finance .5 Semester 12

Introduction to Accounting .5 Semester 9, 10, 11, 12

Web Design .5 Semester 9,10, 11, 12

Applied Math 1 Year 11, 12



Mail Carrier Mail Handling Machine Operator Postal Clerk License Clerk Driver’s License Examiner Infantry Forces


Coroner Infantry Forces Accountant City Planning Aid Special Forces Association Executive Building Inspector Title Examiner Postmaster Transportation Inspector


Accountant Public Utilities Mgr. Emergency Mgmt. Specialist Equal Opportunity Specialist Apprenticeship Consultant Political Scientist Occ. Health & Safety Specialist Aviation Security Specialist Infantry Officer Special Operations Officer City Manager Lawyer Urban Planner Peace Corps Volunteer Legislator Social Services Administrator Dean of Students Translator/Interpreter

Planning, managing, and providing therapeutic services, diagnostic services, health informatics, support services, and biotechnology research and development.

Have an interest in working with and helping people of all ages Like a variety of working conditions and accept change easily Want to promote wellness lifestyles Like sharing knowledge with others Have an interest in therapeutic services Have good listening skills

American Government .5 Semester 12

Current History .5 Semester 9, 10, 11, 12

World Studies .5 Semester 9, 10, 11, 12

World Studies ll .5 Semester 10, 11, 12

Business Management .5 Semester 11, 12

Social History .5 Semester 9, 10, 11, 12

US History ll 1 Year 11

Introduction to Criminal Justice .5 Semester 9, 10, 11, 12

Computerized Accounting 1 Year 10, 11, 12

Spanish I 1 Year 9, 10, 11, 12

Spanish II 1 Year 10, 11, 12

Spanish lll/IV 1 Year 11, 12


Work as part of a team? Solve problems? Be interested in health and wellness? Remain calm in a crisis? Upgrade your education when necessary? Work accurately and pay attention to detail? Be comfortable with bodily fluids? Work on several tasks at once? Be flexible and able to change quickly from task to task? Work a variety of hours? Be interested in laboratory diagnostic services? Be compassionate, caring, and patient?

Therapeutic Services Diagnostic Services Health Informatics Support Services

On-the-job training and/or minimal experience Certified Nursing Assistant Food Service Worker Clerk Hospital Admitting


Emergency Medical Technician Dental Assistant Surgical Technician Home Health Aide Dental Hygienist Translator and Interpreter Massage Therapist Dialysis Technician Ultrasound Technician Physical Therapy Aide Occupational Therapy Assistant Medical Assistant Radiology Technologist Registered Nurse


Athletic Trainer Pharmacist Podiatrist Chiropractor Primary Care Physician Oral Surgeon Dentist Psychiatrist Registered Nurse Dietician Surgeon Nurse Practitioner Occupational Therapist Geneticist Anesthesiologist Music Therapist Statistician Chemotherapist Physical Therapist

Algebra 1 Year 9,10,11,12

Geometry 1 Year 10, 11, 12*

Advanced Algebra 1 Year 10, 11, 12*

Pre-Calculus 1 Year 11, 12*

Calculus 1 Year 11, 12*

Biology 1 Year 10

Chemistry 1 Year 10, 11, 12

Chemistry II 1 Year 11,12

Human Anatomy and Physiology (online or Distance learning)

1 Year 11, 12

Medical Terminology CVTC for college credit (3 cr. CVTC)

1 Semester 12

Spanish I 1 Year 9,10,11,12


Health .5 Semester 9,10,11,12

Spanish lll/IV 1 Year 11, 12

Youth Apprenticeship/Employability .5 Semester 11, 12

Hospitality and Tourism encompasses the management, marketing, and operations of restaurants and other food service, lodging, attractions, recreational events, and travel related services.


Work under pressures of time and meeting deadlines? Work as part of a team? Communicate effectively? Delegate duties? Problem solved? Maintain confidentiality? Prepare reports? Lead and make decisions? Handle money with accuracy and reliability?

Restaurant and Food/Beverage Services

Lodging Travel & Tourism Recreation, Amusement, & Attractions

On-the-job training and/or minimal experience Baggage Porter & Bellhop Hotel Clerk Guide Cake Decorator Concierge Usher Waiter/Waitress Day Worker Furniture Refinisher Short Order Cook Food Attendant Hotel/Motel Cleaner Restaurant Host/Hostess Wardrobe & Dressing Room Attendant

Community college, technical college, apprenticeship, experience Club Manager Conference Planner Restaurant Manager Taxidermist Translator Interpreter Food Service Supervisor Household Manager Motel & Hotel Manager Caterer Concierge Restaurant Cook/Chef Recreation Director


Archivist Historian Resort Manager Coach Musicians’ Agent Theatre Manager Conservation Technician Park Ranger Translator/Interpreter Curator Recreation Director Zookeeper



Industrial Design .5 Semester 10, 11, 12


Introduction to Accounting .5 Semester 9,10,11,12

Computerize Accounting .5 Semester 9,10,11,12

Microsoft Office .5 Semester 11,12


Marketing .5 Semester 10, 11, 12





Preparing individuals for employment in career pathways that relate to families and human needs


Be sensitive to the needs and feelings of others? Assess a situation and make a decision quickly? Work in challenging situations? Be flexible and able to make changes? Solve problems? Upgrade your education when necessary?

Early Childhood Development & Services Counseling & Mental Health Services Family & Community Services Personal Care Services Consumer Services

On-the-job training and/or minimal experience Aerobics Instructor Household Cook Crossing Guard Nanny

Community college, technical college, apprenticeship, experience Community Organization Worker Preschool Teacher Cosmetologist Shoe Repairer Funeral Director Skin Care Specialist Institutional Cook Embalmer Nail Technician Child Care Assistant Preschool Teacher

Colleges/Universities Dietician Psychologist Alcohol & Drug Abuse Counselor Investment Advisor School Counselor Career Counselor Liturgical Minister Sociologist Financial Counselor Clergy Social Worker Personal Counselor Music Therapy Religious Worker Vocational Rehab Counselor Placement Counselor Psychiatrist


Personal Finance .5 Semester 11,12

Health .5 Semester 7-12

Microsoft Office .5 Semester 9, 10, 11, 12

Introduction to Criminal Justice .5 Semester 10,11,12


Medical Terminology CVTC for college credit (3 cr. CVTC)

.5 Semester 11, 12



Building linkages in IT occupations framework for entry level, technical, and professional careers related to the design, development, support and management of hardware, software, multimedia, and systems integration services.

Like to work with computers Enjoy working on your own Like problem solving Like to use machines, techniques, and processes

Create reports and communicate ideas? Be a logical and analytical thinker? Willing to update your skills with industry changes? Be flexible? Meet deadlines and work under time constraints? Be willing to relocate? Concentrate for long periods without distraction?

Network Systems Information Support & Services Interactive Media Programming and Software Development


Careers in this field require more than minimal experience or on-the job training.


Computer Support Specialist Sound Manager Computer Systems Analyst Tool Programmer Recording Engineer Webmaster


Animator Software Engineer Computer Engineer Webmaster Computer Network Coordinator Video Game Designer Database Administrator Computer Systems Analyst Information Scientist Computer Programmer Illustrator Medical & Scientific Illustrator Scientific & Engineering Programmer Computer Security Specialist Information Scientist

Planning, managing, and providing legal, public safety, protective services, and homeland security, including professional and technical support services.


Be sensitive to the needs and feelings of others? Assess a situation and make a decision quickly? Work in challenging situations? Be flexible and able to make changes? Solve problems? Upgrade your education when necessary?

Correction Services


Microsoft Office TC .5 Semester 11,12

Medical Terminology 1 Semester 12

Introduction to Criminal Justice .5 Semester 10, 11, 12



Microsoft Office .5 Semester 9, 10, 11, 12



Industrial Design .5 Semester 9, 10, 11, 12

Computer Programing * .5 Semester Needs approval





Correctional Officer Crossing Guard Security Guard Dispatcher Parking Enforcement Office


Bailiff Firefighter Park Ranger Police Officer Court Reporter Musician Law Fire Inspector Emergency Medical Technician Paralegal Assistant Police Canine Trainer Copyright Law Legal Secretary


Adjudicator Lawyer Private Detective Arbitrator Park Ranger State Patrol Officer FBI Agent Probation and Parole Officer Forensic Science Technician Fingerprint Examiner Conservation Warden Judge Police Officer Correctional Officer Supervisor Judicial Law Clerk Emergency Manager Specialist

Planning, managing, and performing the processing of materials into immediate or final products and related professional and technical support activities such as production planning and control, maintenance, and manufacturing/process engineering.


Be spatially perceptive? Be an analytical thinker? Be self-motivated? Stick with a task until it is completed? Be a creative thinker? Enjoy mathematics?

Be flexible? Be willing to upgrade your education when necessary?

Production Manufacturing Production Process Development Maintenance, Installation, & Repair Quality Assurance Logistics & Inventory Control Health, Safety, & Environmental Assurance


Apparel & Home Furnishing Dyer Hand Worker Production & Planning Clerk Brush Painter Oil Well Driller Production Assembler Engraver Order Filler Tire Builder


Apparel Pattern Maker Locksmith Electronic Engineering Technician Combination Welder Musical Instrument Repairer Electrical Engineer Computer Technician Quality Control Technician Industrial Engineering Technician Electrical Appliance Service Tool & Die Maker Machinist


Communications Operations Manager Industrial Engineer Production Supervisor Electrical Engineer Mechanical Engineer Stage & Sound Equipment Designer Electronic Engineer Musical Instrument Designer Environmental Engineer Occupational Health/Safety Inspector




Ag Structures I .5 Semester 9, 10, 11, 12

Ag Welding I .5 Semester 9, 10, 11, 12

Ag Welding II- .5 Semester 10, 11, 12

Welding Academy


Ag Woodworking II-Project Based .5 Semester 10, 11, 12

Computer Aided Drafting .5 Semester 11











Planning, managing, and performing marketing activities to reach organizational objectives

Working with and serving others Paying attention to details Working with numbers and analyzing data Working with computers Organizing and maintaining records Being in a position of authority Selling and promoting ideas Have good communication skills


Distribution and Logistics E-Marketing Management and Entrepreneurship Marketing Communication and Promotion Marketing Information Management and Research Merchandising Professional Sales and Sales Management


Cashier


Fashion Marketing Real Estate Agent Retail Management Sales Representative Event Planner


Advertising Manager Market Research Analyst Public Relations Manager Purchasing Manager


Industrial Design .5 Semester 9, 10, 11, 12

Business Management .5 Semester 9,10, 11, 12

Computerize Accounting .5 Semester 9,10,11,12


Entrepreneurship .5 Semester 9,10,11,12


Microsoft Office TC .5 Semester 11,12




Planning, managing, and providing scientific research and professional and technical services (e.g. physical science, social science, engineering), including laboratory and testing services and research and development services.

Enjoy hands-on activities Enjoy working with tools, machines, and computers Consider yourself mechanically inclined Like assembling or repairing Enjoy group interaction

Prefer a variety of working environments Have good technical writing skills Have good communication skills

Be spatially perceptive? Be an analytical thinker? Be self-motivated? Stick with a task until it is completed? Be a creative thinker? Enjoy mathematics? Be flexible? Be willing to upgrade your education when necessary?

Engineering and Technology Science and Math


Statistical Clerk


Biological Technician Veterinary Technician Electronics Engineering Technician Chemical Technician Mechanical Engineering Tech Nuclear Technician Civil Engineering Tech Petroleum Technician Mathematical Technician Environmental Technician Industrial Engineering Tech


Aerospace Engineer Civil Engineer Mechanical Engineer Anthropologist Computer Engineer Metallurgist Archaeologist Electrical Engineer Mining Engineer Astronomer Geologist Nuclear Engineer Biomedical Engineer Industrial Engineer Physicist Chemical Engineer Mathematician Solar Engineer Statistician



Machining Academy .5 Semester 11, 12


Welding Academy .5 Semester 11,12

Computer Aided Drafting .5 Semester 11, 12





Chemistry l 1 Year 10

Chemistry II 1 Year 11,12

Physics (Online or Distance Learning) 1 Year 12

Planning, management, and movement of people, materials, and goods by road, pipeline, air, rail, and water, and related professional and technical support services such as transportation infrastructure planning and management, logistics services, mobile equipment, and facility maintenance.


Be spatially perceptive? Be self-motivated? Stick with a task until it is completed? Be a creative thinker? Enjoy mathematics? Be flexible? Be willing to upgrade your education when necessary?

Facility and Mobile Equipment Maintenance Health, Safety, and Environmental Management Logistics Planning and Management Services Sales and Service Transportation Operations Transportation Systems/Infrastructure Planning, Management and Regulation Warehousing and Distribution Center Operations


Ambulance Driver Dispatcher Vehicle Cleaner


Auto Body Repairer Flight Attendant Truck Driver Automotive Technician Heavy Equipment Operator Warehouse Manager Aircraft Mechanic Heavy Equipment Mechanic Automotive Technician Diesel Mechanic Locomotive Engineer


Automotive Design/Engineer Logistician Aerospace Engineer

Pilot Astronaut Distribution Manager



Machining Academy Semester 11,12


Ag Welding I .5 Semester 9, 10, 11, 12

Welding Academy Semester 11, 12



Small Engines I .5 Semester 9, 10, 11, 12


Microsoft Office .5 Semester 10,11,12

Physics 1 Year 12


COURSE DESCRIPTIONS Agri-Science/AG Tech




Machining Academy .5 Semester 11, 12*


Agri-Science I .5 Semester 9, 10, 11, 12


Welding Academy - .5 Semester 11, 12*


Ag Woods II-Project Based .5 Semester 10, 11, 12

Animal Science- .5 Semester 10,11, 12


Equine Management .5 Semester 9, 10, 11, 12


Forestry .5 Semester 9, 10, 11, 12

Greenhouse Management .5 Semester 11, 12

Horticulture-Transcripted Credit .5 Semester 10, 11, 12



Vet Science .5 Semester 11, 12

Wildlife Management I .5 Semester 9, 10, 11, 12

AGRI-SCIENCE/AG TECH

Agri-Science I Credits: 1/2 Elective Semester Class focus: 9 – 12 May be used as a science .5 credit Agriculture is still a major employer in the United States, with 19% of the work force employed in Agri-science careers. This course is an introduction to Agri-science. Topics covered will be; “What is Agri-science?” and its importance to society. A soil science unit will be covered with students developing a soil and water management plan for a tract of land. A unit on leadership will also be covered in which we will learn basic parliamentary procedure.

This course is designed to provide students an opportunity to discover and develop effect leadership skills. Students will learn strategies to lead groups and build team member sills. The class will research leadership styles and determine best practices. Students will examine their own leadership and character traits both an individual and team member. Positive character traits exemplified to be a strong role model will also be discussed. Additional topics covered include: job skills that employers expect, getting the job you want, and an overall look at the future job market.

Animal Science- Transcripted Credit Credits: 1/2 Elective Semester Class focus: 10 – 12 May be used as a .5 science credit This course provides fundamental knowledge of the animal science field. Topics include animal health, animal environments, anatomy and physiology, genetics and reproduction, animal feedstuffs, and job-related safety. Participants will experience animal concepts through the completion of hands-on activities. Students can choose to take this course for CVTC tran-scripted credit. Students that choose to do this will be required to do more rigorous activities to meet the CVTC requirements for the credits.

Computer Aided Design-Distance Learning CVTC (Must meet criteria) Credits: 1/2 Elective Semester Prerequisite: Must meet criteria Class Focus: 12th grade This class will explore the modern process of drawing on computers. Introduction to 3 dimensional design using Auto-Cad. Letters, drawings, structures will be created. Principals of art such as shading, perspective, proportion, balance, and contour will be focuses. Ag-Electrical Credits: 1/2 Elective Semester Class Focus: 9 - 12

Ag-Leadership/Career Readiness Credits: 1/2 Elective Semester Class focus: 10 – 12

Students will study house wiring and simple electrical circuits. Projects will include wiring mockups, small appliance trouble shooting, AC motor construction and an individual project in direct current. Food Science Credits: 1/2 Elective Semester Class focus: 10 – 12 This course will cover a range of different food topics from chicken, beef, pork, lamb, to fruit. We will be covering things such as how the meat cuts are processed and then how they are prepared by cooking, dehydrating, or preserving. We will also cover nutritional aspects of the different food areas. Students will be doing classroom work and getting into the foods lab to create some food products throughout the semester.

Equine Management (New Offering) Credits: 1/2 Elective Semester No Prerequisite Class focus: 9 – 12 This course provides an opportunity to explore academic and practical aspects of care and management of equine. Focus on the course includes history, biomechanics, selections and judging, reproduction, disease, training, behavior and exploration of careers in professional equine industry. Forestry Credits: 1/2 Elective Semester May be used as a science .5 credit Class Focus: 9 – 12 Private landowners account for over 60% of the forestland ownership in Wisconsin. Forests are a vital part of our Agriculture Industry here in Wisconsin, providing jobs for thousands of workers. In this course students will investigate the importance of our forests. We will cover topics such as Forestry careers, tree identification, tree physiology, timber cruising, legal land description, forest management, chainsaw safety and proper tree felling techniques. Numerous outside labs will be conducted and time will be spent at the school forest. Greenhouse Management Credits: 1/2 Elective Semester Prerequisite: Horticulture is recommended Class Focus: 11 - 12 This course will teach proper greenhouse management techniques with an emphasis on developing work based skills in students. Students will learn all aspects of proper greenhouse management including seed starting, transplanting, fertilizing, container selection and design, media types, and environmental controls. Students will be responsible for managing the school greenhouse and conducting a bedding plant sale from planting to marketing. Students will spend much time in the greenhouse completing hands on activities.

Horticulture-- Transcripted Credit— Credits: 1/2 Elective Semester May be used as a science .5 credit Class Focus: 10 – 12

This course will cover topics about horticulture. Plant terminology, parts, functions and why horticulture is such a growing industry. Students will use their knowledge to grow things in the greenhouse and help with the poinsettia sale towards the end of the semester. Students can choose to take this course for CVTC tran-scripted credit. Students that choose to do this will be required to do more rigorous activities to meet the CVTC requirements for the credits. Small Engines I Credits: 1/2 Elective Semester Class Focus: 9 - 12 This course is designed to develop a basic understanding of 2 and 4 cycle engine theory and operation. Topics covered will be small engine part identification, engine construction, fuel systems, carb systems, ignition systems, lubrication systems and cooling systems. Students will also learn to use and identify tools and measuring instruments used in small engine maintenance and repair. Students will spend time in the shop disassembling and reassembling a 5 hp Briggs and Stratton engine. Safety glass required. Course Enrollment capped at 16. Seniors to freshmen will be the enrollment process. Small Engines II Credits: 1/2 Elective Semester Class Focus: 10-12 Small Engines II will begin where Small Engines I ended. Classroom time will be spend on measuring engine performance, cylinder reconditioning, valve reconditioning, piston and ring conditioning, engine tune-up, trouble shooting, service and maintenance of small engines. Student will disassemble and reassemble a 6.5 Koehler engine. Then they will have shop time to work on individual engine projects from home. Safety glasses required. Course Enrollment capped at 16. Seniors to freshmen will be the enrollment process.

Vet Science Credits: 1/2 Elective Semester Class Focus: 10 – 12 May be used as science.5 credit This course will cover topics dealing with agricultural animals. Information covered will range from information on body systems, functions of those body systems, and how to care and handle large animals in distress. Wildlife Management I Credits: 1/2 Elective Semester Class Focus: 9 - 12 Did you ever wonder what kind of duck that was or what is that pawed up area under that tree? This course is designed to acquaint you with the outdoors and the wildlife species in our area. We will cover topics such as upland game birds and their management, duck identifications, whitetail deer, game laws, predators and orienteering. We will cover how we can improve wildlife habitat on our own property. Our motto will be: Leave no child inside.

Ag Metals Credits: 1/2 Elective Semester Class Focus: 9 - 12

This course is an introduction to metal processing technology. Students will study shop safety, hand tool use and identification, steelmaking process, and precision layout. Projects will be constructed in the areas of bench metal working, metal forging, and sheet metal working. Safety will be stressed and students are required to supply safety glasses and leather gloves.

Ag Machining Credits: 1/2 Elective Semester Class Focus: 9-12 In this course students will study the five basic machining operations drilling, turning, milling, grinding and shaping. Students will learn precision measurement with micrometer and calipers. Student projects will be constructed mainly in the machine shop area using milling machines and lathes. Safety glasses required.

Machining Academy Transcripted Credit— Credits: Elective Semester Prerequisite: Ag Metals and Ag Machining Must meet Admission Requirements Class Focus: 11-12 In this course students will study the CVTC introductory courses in the areas of machining and milling. Students will earn college credit and must meet a specific criteria for admission. Cornell will host the Machining Academy. Ag Welding I/ll Credits: 1/2 Elective Semester Class Focus: 9-12 This course is designed to instruct students on basic welding theory, processes, and equipment operation for light-duty welding. Students will learn and perform SMAW or “stick welding,” GMAW or “wire-feed,” and oxy/fuel “torch” welding. Students will use various metal cutting machines to prepare metal for welding. Safety glasses and leather welding gloves are required. Course Enrollment capped at 16. Seniors to freshmen will be the enrollment process.

Welding Academy Transcripted Credit— Credits: Elective Semester Prerequisite: Ag Metals: Must meet Admission Requirements Class Focus: 11-12 This course is for the student who wants to learn advanced welding techniques and to apply those welding skills to shop projects. Safety glasses and leather welding gloves are required. This is a project based course. Prerequisite is Ag Welding I and Instructors consent. Students can choose to take this course for CVTC tran-scripted credit. Students that choose to do this will be required to do more rigorous activities to meet the CVTC requirements for the credits.

Ag Woods I Credits: 1/2 Elective Semester Class Focus: 9 - 12 This is a class for students who want to explore woodworking and wish to enhance their skills and challenge themselves. Students will learn how to properly machine lumber by using power tool such as jointers, planers, band saws and table saws. Required and elective projects will be made. As students advance, they will focus on learning the terminology necessary to use power tools successfully, developing skills to safely use these tools in

the workshop and becoming familiar with various kinds of wood-finishing materials. Students will learn project layout, prepare bill of materials, cut lists, assembly, and finish techniques. Safety glasses required. Material Fees may be required. Course Enrollment capped at 16. Seniors to freshmen will be the enrollment process. Ag Woods II Credits: 1/2 Elective Semester Class Focus: 9 - 12 This class is for the student who wishes to advance their wood working skills. Students will learn advanced techniques and will apply them to individually planned projects. Student will be responsible for wood costs incurred in their projects. Safety glasses required. Material Fees may be required.

Youth Apprenticeship/Employability Credits: 1/2 Elective Semester –Course can be repeated for additional credit. Prerequisite: Horticulture is recommended Class Focus: 12 This course is available for employed juniors and seniors. Students taking this course must have an employer that is willing to follow the mentor guidelines developed by the state of Wisconsin. Eligible students will be able to leave school for work during the last period of the day.

Art

Art I-Foundations .5 Semester 9, 10, 11, 12

Art II- Color Study .5 Semester 9, 10, 11, 12

Art III-3D Design .5 Semester 9, 10, 11, 12


Drawing 1 .5 Semester 10, 11, 12


ART

Art I-Foundations Credits: 1\2 Elective Semester Class Focus: 9 - 12 Students will learn the correct techniques needed to improve personal standards in drawing, painting, and ceramics. We will study contour, gesture, and perspective techniques in a variety of media including graphite, ink, pastel and colored pencil. Students will learn how to properly mix colors in preparation for Art II. Art II-Color Study Credits: 1/2 Elective Semester Class Focus: 9 - 12 Students will study color in a variety of mediums such as tempera and acrylic paint, color pencil, pastel and oil pastel. We will study color schemes and work extensively with the color wheel. Students will learn how to use colors in a complimentary fashion while mixing separate mediums together to create balanced and unified art. We will study

specific artists and learn how they used color and style to tell the story of their paintings. Art III-3 D Credits: ½ Elective Semester Class Focus: 11 - 12 This course is designed for students who have an interest in 3 dimensional Art. Students demonstrate their ability to designed, create, evaluate, and display their creative ideas using 3D media. Students will focus on shape, texture, space and color values, problem solving, and craftsmanship. Projects include clay work, craft style creations using textiles or other materials, and paper. Students must have successfully completed Art l. There may be a fee for materials depending on the project(s). Drawing I Credit: 1/2 Elective Semester Class Focus: 10-12 This course allows students to focus on the drawing aspects of art. Students will use elements of art (line, shape/form, space, texture, and value) in illustrations as they study concepts of proportion, scale, and perspective. Attention will be given to two-dimensional work using several media including pen and ink, pencil, and chalk. Graphic Design I Credit: 1/2 Elective Semester Class Focus: 9 - 12 Course is designed to allow students to utilize visual art skills acquired through previous introductory art class instruction. Various methods are used to create and combine words, symbols, and images to create a visual representation of ideas and messages. Students will experiment with page layout, logo and product design. We will also study typography (fonts) and how they interact with each other. Industrial Design (New Offering) Credit: 1/2 Elective Semester Class Focus: 9 - 12 Students will review and create architectural and automotive designs. Students will use the principals of basic drafting as well as computer aided drafting to design industrial structures. Blue print reading, historical perspective, and multiple design elements will be emphasized. This would be the perfect course for students interested in construction, fabrication, engineering, and manufacturing.


Business Management .5 Semester 10, 11, 12

Computerize Accounting 1 Year 10,11,12

Marketing .5 Semester 9,10,11,12


Desktop Publishing** .5 Year Approval

Microsoft Office .5 Semester 10, 11,12

Personal Finance .5 Semester 12

BUSINESS

Entrepreneurship Transcripted Credit- Credits: 1/2 Elective Semester Class Focus: 10 - 12. Students in Entrepreneurship will understand the process of creating a business around a defined product. Topics include product development, pricing, cost and profit, marketing and transportation.

Business Management Transcripted Credit- Credits: 1/2 Elective Semester Class Focus: 10 - 12. YOU NEED THIS CLASS if you are thinking about going to college for business or marketing. Students will learn business leadership. Areas of study will include planning, organizational structure, leadership styles, and effects of decision making. Students can choose to take this course for CVTC tran-scripted credit. Students that choose to do this will be required to do more rigorous activities to meet the CVTC requirements for the credits. Introduction to Accounting (New Offering) Credits: 1/2 Elective Semester Class Focus: 9-12 This course is designed to introduce students to accounting as it applies to business. Students will learn accounting fundamentals such as terminology, financial statements, payroll, receivables and expenditures, and journaling. This course is not offered for transcripted credit.

Computerized Accounting I Transcripted Credit- Credits: 1/2 Elective Semester Class Focus: 11-12 YOU NEED THIS CLASS if you are thinking about going to college for business or marketing. Accounting introduces students to the basic concepts and terms of accounting. This course prepares the learner to analyze record, summarize and interpret accounting information. This course focuses on business transactions, financial statements, merchandising business transactions, special journals, internal controls, receivables and plant assets. The learner will prepare accounting transactions for a practice set, including month end transactions and preparation of the financial statements. Students can choose to take this course for CVTC tran-scripted credit. Students that choose to do this will be required to do more rigorous activities to meet the CVTC requirements for the credits. Desktop Publishing Credits: 1/2 Teacher Approval Required Semester Class Focus: 11-12

Introduction to Accounting .5 Semester 9, 10, 11, 12


Youth Apprenticeship/Employability .5 Semester 11, 12

This course is designed to have students utilize digital photograph and publishing software to design and publish the school yearbook. Students will also learn about business sales, marketing, and how to meet firm deadlines. Introduction to Business Credits: 1/2 Elective Semester Class Focus: 10-12 This course is designed to introduce students to the various business functions in today's world and will provide a foundation for other business related courses. The areas of accounting, entrepreneurship, marketing/management, and business law will be covered in this classroom.

Marketing Transcripted Credit- Credits: 1/2 Elective Semester Class Focus: 10-12 Marketing is a basic introduction to the scope and importance of marketing in the global economy. Lessons will relate to advertising/promotion/selling, distribution, financing, marketing-information management, pricing, and product/service management. Students can choose to take this course for CVTC tran-scripted credit. Students that choose to do this will be required to do more rigorous activities to meet the CVTC requirements for the credits.

Microsoft Office Transcripted Credit

Credits: ½

Elective

Semester

Class Focus: 9 - 12

Computer Applications utilizes the PC based Microsoft Office Suite, an integrated software package focusing on the

Word (word processing), Excel (spreadsheet), PowerPoint (presentation) and Access (database) programs. Students

learn to use many of the more detailed features within Microsoft Office to create professional documents, worksheets,

reports and integrated files.

Personal Finance- Transcripted Credit- Elective Semester Credit: 1/2 Class Focus: 12 Personal Financial Planning is designed for juniors and seniors to help prepare them for financial responsibilities after high school. This includes how to prepare a personal budget, plan for retirement, evaluate investment options, analyze personal risk and how to mitigate risk through the use of insurance, understand the use of personal credit, explore the benefits of owning versus renting and the benefits of proper estate planning. Students can choose to take this course for CVTC tran-scripted credit. Students that choose to do this will be required to do more rigorous activities to meet the CVTC requirements for the credits. Web Design Credits: 1/2 Elective Semester Class Focus: 9-12 Web Design will focus on the designing, building and launching of Web sites using various Web-based publishing

tools. Students will learn how to maintain, update and trouble-shoot Web pages and establish proper procedures and protocol for maintenance. Students will determine requirements for their site, gather Web content, create Web pages, and conduct usability testing. Youth Apprenticeship/Employability Credits: 1/2 Elective Semester –Course can be repeated for additional credit. Prerequisite: Horticulture is recommended Class Focus: 11 - 12 This course is available for employed juniors and seniors. Students taking this course must have an employer that is willing to follow the mentor guidelines developed by the state of Wisconsin. Eligible students will be able to leave school for work during the last period of the day.

English

English 9 1 Year 9

English 10 1 Year 10



English 101/102 (College Youth Option) 3 Year 12

ENGLISH English 9 Credit: 1 Required Year English 9 is a full year course that incorporates reading, literary analysis, vocabulary, grammar, and writing skills. Topics for class activities, discussion, and study include short stories, poetry, drama (Romeo and Juliet), novels (Alas, Babylon, Night, and The Outsiders) and nonfiction. Plagiarism is studied and a typed research paper is required. English 10 Credit: 1 Required Year English 10 develops student competency in English usage and mechanics, vocabulary development, oral and written communication, and reading comprehension. Topics for class activities and discussion include poetry, essays, novels (To Kill a Mockingbird and The Odyssey), plays (Julius Caesar and Inherit the Wind), and mythology. Informative and argumentative writing is required. English 11 Credit: 1 Required Year English 11 integrates the study of literature, vocabulary, grammar, and composition (expository/technical and creative), while refining oral communication skills. The first semester will be devoted to researching, writing, and learning applicable test strategies in the reading and grammar portion of college entrance examinations, particularly the ACT Test. The second semester focuses on public speaking and the reading and extensive written analysis of twentieth century literature.

English 12 Credit: 1 Required Year English 12 is a survey of various literature forms such as poetry, drama, essays, nonfiction, and novels. Vocabulary, grammar, media literacy, literary analysis, and writing skills will be addressed throughout the year. The first semester will be devoted the study of classic literature; the second semester will focus on Shakespeare’s plays, including Hamlet, Macbeth, The Taming of the Shrew, and The Merchant of Venice or Othello. English 101-102-Distance Learning (Must meet criteria) Credits: 1 and 3 credits from UWBC via distance learning or online Elective Year (1 semester 101, 1 semester 102) Prerequisite: successful completion of a placement test Class Focus: 11 & 12 This course focuses on academic writing, the writing process, and critical reading. Expectations and requirements are set by the University of Wisconsin Barron County. Students will be reading college level material and will be treated as would a college student enrolled at UWBC.

Health Credits: 1/2 Required- 1 course required grades 7-12 Semester Class Focus: 9-12 This elective examines physical, mental, and social health concerns. Topic focus areas are: Human Sexuality, Conflict Resolution, Death/Dying, Reliable Resources, Use/Abuse of Alcohol and Drugs. Current curriculum uses advocacy, healthy behaviors, disease prevention, products & services, culture, Media, & technology, goal setting and decision making, and interpersonal communication skills.

Mathematics

Algebra 1 Year 9, 10, 11, 12

Geometry 1 Year 10, 11, 12*




Applied Math 1 Year 11, 12*

College Math 1 Year Approval Required

Algebra Credits: 1 Elective Year Class Focus: 9-12 Students will be introduced to and apply in realistic problems the following topics: graphing, problem solving strategies, variables and solving equations, proportions, systems of equations, linear equations, quadratics, inequalities, absolute value and law of exponents.

Health

Health .5 Semester 7-12

Geometry Credits: 1 Elective Year Class Focus: 10 - 12 Note: Recommended students who wish to take Calculus their senior year should take this course concurrently with Advanced Algebra Students will be introduced to and apply in realistic problems the following topics: transformations, symmetry, probability, angle relationships, area, Pythagorean theorem, similarity, trigonometry, congruent triangles, proofs, coordinate geometry, polygons and circles. Advanced Algebra Credits: 1 Elective Year Class Focus: 10 - 11 This course is required for four-year college admission. Students will be introduced to and apply in realistic problems the following topics: functions, sequences, exponential functions, parabolas, cubics, and other parent graphs, linear systems, logarithms and other inverses, polynomials and general systems, probability, and trigonometric functions. Graphing calculators used extensively. Applied Math- Credits: 1 Elective Year Class Focus: 11-12 Note: Recommended for seniors who have not had a math class since Geometry and are planning on attending a technical school. This course is designed to review and develop fundamental concepts of mathematics pertinent to the areas of: 1) arithmetic and algebra; 2) geometry and trigonometry; and 3) probability and statistics. Special emphasis is placed on problem solving, critical thinking and logical reasoning, making connections to real-world applications, and using calculators. Units of technical math will incorporated with in this course. Pre-Calculus Credits: 1 Elective Year Class Focus: 11 - 12 The course work in the class is devoted to strengthening understanding of the applications of functions. This would include a study of trigonometric functions involving: general graphing techniques, the solution of trigonometric equations, the study of identities and the application of trigonometry to solving triangles. Time will also be devoted to further exploration of concepts related to analytic geometry (including conicsections), statistics and probability. Calculus—May be offered injunction with Pre-Calculus or via Distance Learning Credit: 1/2 credit per semester This is a math course for those students intending to pursue a college level education, which would require advanced mathematical ability. (e.g. engineering, statistics, physical sciences, applied mathematics.) This course offers an introductory study of limits, derivatives and integrals. The functions studied include polynomial, rational, trigonometric, logarithmic and exponential functions. Applications include rates of change, propagated error, areas, volumes, work and fluid pressure. Students will be strongly encouraged to purchase their own graphing calculator. A TI-83 Plus calculator is recommended. AP Calculus-(Must meet the criteria) Course may be delivered via Distance Learning

Credits: 1 Elective Year Class Focus: 12 Students planning to enroll in AP Calculus should have good Algebra skills and have completed Pre-Calculus. AP Calculus is a natural outgrowth of the applications of Algebra and Analytical Geometry. It is a systematic method for describing in both qualitative and quantitative terms, such things as velocity, acceleration, and other types of continuous change. It also enables one to calculate the measures of curved figures. College business majors may need to pass a calculus course. Prerequisite: Students must have earned a “C” or better in their Pre-Calculus course) AP Statistics-(Must meet the criteria) Course may be delivered via Distance Learning Credits: 1 Elective Year Class Focus: 12 Students planning to enroll in AP Statistics should have good Algebra skills and have completed Pre-Calculus. Students successfully completing this course and exam may receive credit for an introductory college statistics course. This course is designed to introduce students to the major concepts and tools for collecting, analyzing and drawing conclusions from data. The four broad conceptual themes are exploring data, sampling and experimentation, anticipating patterns and statistical inference. College Math-(Must meet the criteria) Course may be delivered via Distance Learning or online) Credits: 1 Elective Year Class Focus: 12 The opportunity to take a college math course is for students who have successful exhausted the math options at the high school level.

Music

Band 1 Year 9, 10, 11, 12

Chorus 1 Year 9, 10, 11, 12

Band Credits: 1 Elective Year Class Focus: 6-8; 9-12 General Band course develops students’ technique for playing brass, percussion and woodwind instruments and covers a variety of non-specified band literature styles (concert, marching, orchestral and modern styles) Chorus Credits: 1 Elective Year Class Focus: 6-8; 9-12 Chorus course provides students the opportunity to sing a variety of choral literature styles for men’s and/or women’s voices and are designed to develop choral techniques and the ability to sing parts.

PHYSICAL EDUCATION

Adaptive Physical Education .5 Semester 9, 10, 11, 12

Lifetime Fitness .5 Semester 9, 10, 11, 12

Individual .5 Semester 9, 10, 11, 12

Team .5 Semester 9, 10, 11, 12

Athletics for PE Credit .5 Must meet requirement 9,10,11,12

Athletics for Physical Education Credit 118.33 (1) (e) A school board may allow a pupil who participates in sports or in another organized physical activity, as determined by the school board, to complete an additional 0.5 credit in English, social studies, mathematics, science, or health education in lieu of 0.5 credits in physical education. Indoor Physical Education-Individual/Doubles Credit: 1/2 Elective Semester Class Focus: 10-12 This semester course is designed to offer the students a wide variety of cardiovascular, muscular endurance and strength, flexibility and fitness planning skill building methods and activities in order to enhance personal wellness. Units covered are Fitness Component, Self-Defense, Pickleball, Table Tennis, Badminton, Shuffleboard, Bowling (fee required), and Archery. Additional health units will be incorporated with in this course. Lifetime Fitness Credit: 1/2 Elective Semester Class Focus: 9-12 This course is recommended for grades 9-12. Students will learn, participate, and enjoy the benefits of being fit for life. Physical fitness activities will include cross training, fitness walking, stress/wellness, and lifetime nutrition principals. Additional health units will be incorporated with in this course. Indoor Physical Education-Team Credit: 1/2 Elective Semester Class Focus: 10-12 This course is designed for team activities that encourage a lifetime of fitness, teamwork and activity through enjoyment in leisure sport. Examples of activities include: Fitness Component, Indoor Soccer, Basketball, Broomball, Team Handball, Recreation Games, volleyball. Additional health units will be incorporated with in this course. Adapted Physical Education Credits: 1/2 Semester Prerequisite: Short term medical excuse Adapted Physical Education is a modification of the regular physical education curriculum. This form of physical education meets the needs of the student in the least restrictive environment and is available only with a (short term) medical excuse.

Science

Biology 1 Year 10

Chemistry 1 Year 10, 11, 12

Field Ecology 1 Year 10, 11, 12

Human Anatomy and Physiology (Distance Learning or Online) 1 Year 11, 12

Medical Terminology CVTC for college credit (3 cr. CVTC) 1 Semester 12

Physics (Online) 1 Year 12

Biology Credits: 1 Required Year 9 This required sophomore year science class focuses on the living world. The topics covered are ecology and the environment, genetics, inheritance and modern genetic lab techniques, the five kingdoms of living things and systems of the human body. Chemistry I Credits: 1 Elective Year Class Focus: 11 (Grade 10 with approval) This course is designed for those students pursuing further education at the technical or college level, especially those pursuing careers in a science related field such as nursing, medical technology, chemical analyst, etc. This course is intended to give the student an exposure to the lab skills, study skills and knowledge required of a student entering chemistry at the college level. Field Ecology Credits: 1 Elective Year Class Focus-10-12 Topics of study include: Chemical water testing, stream analysis based on invertebrate collection and identification as bioindicators , goldenrod-parasite study and graphing opportunity, forest analysis and a formal publication-worthy lab write up from it, forest health indicators study, bog and tall grass prairie tour, wildlife management unit, population studies and survival unit, supernatural ecology, lichen study, tree taxonomy experiences, environmental problem unit, land ethics and nature awareness activities and readings from Aldo Leopold’s Sand County Almanac, phenology and nature weather indicator activities and readings from Kenny Salwey’s Last River Rat, activities and readings pertaining to public relations cover-ups from Sheldon Rampton’s satirical book, Toxic Sludge is Good for You, phenology journal project, mastery of Wisconsin bird and frog calls, secrets of bass fishing unveiled, groundwater model tutorials and activities, lessons in nature photography, lessons in scrapbooking experiences in nature, lessons in backpacking, environmental song lyric analysis activities, mastery of spring ephemerals (WI spring wildflowers) and of WI ducks. Human Anatomy and Physiology Credits: 1 Elective Year Class Focus: 11 & 12 The class should be taken by anyone who is planning on entering a health care field or who is going to college. Topics covered in this class include: basic chemistry, cellular biology, tissue study, skin, systems of the human body including muscular, skeletal, nervous, digestive, endocrine, circulatory, respiratory, and reproductive. Medical Terminology

Credits: .5 3 credits from

Elective Semester Class Focus: 12 This course focuses on the component parts of medical terms: prefixes, suffixes, and word roots. Students practice formation, analysis, and reconstruction of terms. There is an emphasis on spelling, definition, and pronunciation. Students are introduced to operative, diagnostic, therapeutic, and symptomatic terminology of all body systems, as well as systemic and surgical terminology. Offered via Distant Learning Physics Credits: 1 Elective Year Class Focus: 12 (Grade 11 with approval)This course is designed for students intending to pursue a higher level education at the technical or college level, especially those looking at engineering, electronics or other physical science related fields. The course has a strong emphasis on the concepts used in these areas. Topics that will be studied include measurement, vectors, forces, energy, heat, sound, light and electricity. May be offered via Distant Learning or online.

Social Studies

American Government .5 Semester 12

Current History .5 Semester 9, 10, 11, 12

Intro to Criminal Justice .5 Semester 10, 11, 12

World Studies II .5 Semester 10, 11, 12


U.S. History II 1 Year 11

World Studies 1 Year 9

American Government Credits: 1/2 Required Semester Class Focus: 12 American Government will concentrate on national and state government. The course will examine how each function and discuss contemporary problems faced by each level. The course will make an effort to cover major constitutional issues. Students will need to pass a civics test to qualify for graduation. Current History Credits: 1/2 Elective Semester Class Focus: 9 - 12 Current History will be a semester long class. Current History provides an opportunity to study specific topics in depth in American History since the Vietnam War. By viewing the major social, political, and economic forces at work in the late 20th and early 21st century, the students come to a better understanding of the world in which they live

Introduction to Criminal Justice Transcripted Credit Credits: 1/2 Elective Semester Class Focus: 10 - 12 Students will learn about the history of the criminal justice system; philosophy of law enforcement; civil and criminal law; local, state and federal law enforcement; career opportunities.

Social History Credits: 1/2 Elective Semester Class Focus: 9-12 Social History will be a semester survey course of various historical social topics, divided into thematic units involving economic, social, and psychological aspects of historical events. In this course students examine current issues facing our economy and the historical background and theory behind these issues. Our national economy is the primary focus, but other world economic issues and concepts will be explored. Topics students will learn about will include: supply and demand, banking, government involvement in the economy, the money supply, interest rates, taxes, the stock market, inflation, unemployment and the Federal Reserve System. Students will use current events information and a variety of other resources to better understand and make decisions in our economy. Sociology will have the goal of understanding human social life and its development over time. We will examine the connections between culture, social institutions, and individual personalities. We will examine the psychological effects for historical events as it relates to the climate of the nation and decision making. U.S. History II Credits: 1 Required Year Class Focus: 11 United States History II is the study of American History from the 1870's to the year 2000. Major emphasis for the second year of U.S. History will include the Progressive Era, the First World War, The Great Depression, the New Deal and Reform, the Second World War, the 50's and 60's, Vietnam and the 70's, 80's and 90's. World Studies II Credits: 1/2

Elective

Semester

Class Focus: 10-12

World Studies is an in depth World History course. We will be examining major periods of change and development

throughout history. This survey course will cover the Enlightenment Period to modern times. We will study both the

physical and economic geography as influenced by political and human interaction. We will investigate progress to see

how and why men formed governments. We will look at man’s economic record to see how people earn a living and

why nations trade with each other. The societies and cultures of man will be studied to better understand the conflicts

which confront nations today. An emphasis will be placed upon map skills during this course.

World Study Credits: 1 Required Year Class Focus: 9 World Studies is a World History course. We will be examining major periods of change and development throughout history. This class will be handled as a survey course with the expectation to make it from the foundations of civilization to modern times. We will study man’s geographic environment in both a physical and economic sense to see how man’s environment has influenced his development. We will trace man’s political progress to see how and why men formed governments. We will look at man’s economic record to see how people earn a living and why nations trade with each other. The societies and cultures of man will be studied to better understand the conflicts which confront nations today.

Foreign Language



Spanish III/IV 1 Year 11, 12

Spanish I Credits: 1 Year Class Focus: 9-12 This course introduces the fundamental elements of the Spanish language within a cultural context. Emphasis is placed on the development of basic listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Students will begin to explore issues related to the Hispanic world. Topics include historical and current events, geography, music, art, and customs. Upon completion, students should be able to identify and discuss selected topics and cultural differences related to the Hispanic world. Spanish II Credits: 1 Elective Year Class Focus: 10 - 12 This course is a continuation of Spanish 1 focusing on the fundamental elements of the Spanish language within a cultural context. Emphasis is placed on the progressive development of listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Upon completion, students should be able to comprehend and respond with increasing proficiency to spoken and written Spanish and demonstrate further cultural awareness. Spanish III/IV Credits: 1 Elective Year Class Focus: 11 & 12 This course includes advanced conversation and writing, and perfection of situational Spanish vocabulary. Students read short stories, poetry and newspaper articles in Spanish. Spanish speaking countries are studied including their geography, music, and social customs. All tenses are either learned or reviewed in this level. Most work is done in the target language.

Special Education Courses-Designed to Meet IEP Goals

Communications .5 Semester 9, 10, 11, 12

Daily Living Skills .5 Semester 9, 10, 11, 12

Healthy Living .5 Semester 9, 10, 11, 12

Human Relations .5 Semester 9, 10, 11, 12

Reading .5 Semester 9, 10, 11, 12

Study Skills .5 Semester 9, 10, 11, 12

Transitions .5 Semester 9, 10, 11, 12

English Credits: 1 Required Year Class Focus: 9 - 12 This course will have an emphasis on fundamental skills necessary to communicate successfully in the contemporary world. Meaningful and creative exercises help students develop grammar, spelling, and composition skills.

Science Credits: 1 Required Year Class Focus: 9 - 12 This course includes one or a variety of the areas of science encompassing: life sciences, chemical sciences, physical sciences, and earth sciences. Social Studies Credits: ½ or 1 Elective Class Focus: 9 – 12 This course includes one or a variety of the social sciences such as: history, economics, physical/cultural geography, sociology, psychology, and political science. Math Credits: 1 Required Year Class Focus: 9 - 12 This course focuses on math for successful living including basic operations, problem solving, checking accounts, credit, forms, bills, budgeting, money management, schedules, purchasing, and other content areas where math is required. Reading Credit: 1/2 A variety of stories will be read for this course acknowledging student interests and geared to individual levels to improve spelling, vocabulary, and comprehension. Human Relations Credit: 1/2 This course will involve examination of intrapersonal and interpersonal relationships and communication skills. The course also examines the impact those relationships and skill have on all areas of life. Transitions Credit: 1/2 This class would cover the areas related to areas of transition included on Imp’s (instruction, community experiences, employment, related services, adult living and post-secondary, daily living, and functional vocational assessment). Students could earn up to 1 credit per year in this Transitions class. Must be referenced in IEP. Computers Credit: 1/2 This course examines computer literacy and functioning that will enable and enhance successful computer use. Study Skills Credit: 1/2 This course will include instruction and practice with study skills such as note-taking, pre-writing, written language skill development, test-taking, scanning for important information, and reading (both for information and enhancement). Daily Living Skills Credit: 1/2 This course includes instruction in the areas of managing: personal finances, household, personal needs, raising of children, marriage responsibilities, buying & caring for clothing, buying and preparation of food, citizenship, leisure time, and directions.

Healthy Living Credit: 1/2 This course examines issues surrounding healthy lifestyles including nutrition, first aid, hygiene, leisure activities, and personal growth and development. Communications Credit: ½ This is a special education class offered as an alternate for public speaking. Areas covered may include: public speaking, work related communication, daily living communication, and interpersonal communication.

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