Blythevilles Course Catalog 2011-2012[2]

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BLYTHEVILLE HIGH SCHOOL

2011-2012

COURSE CATALOG

RICHARD ATWILL, SUPERINTENDENT

BOBBY ASHLEY, PRINCIPAL, BLYTHEVILLE HIGH SCHOOL


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TABLE OF CONTENTSNote from Principals............................................................................................................................. 1

Arkansas Academic Challenge Scholarship Program....................................................................... 1

Blytheville High School Counselors .................................................................................................... 1

Minimum Core Recommended ........................................................................................................... 2

Information Concerning Course Selection ......................................................................................... 2

Loss of Credit Due to Excessive Absences ......................................................................................... 2

Smart Core and Core Curriculum Choices........................................................................................ 3

High Stakes End-of-Course Tests........................................................................................................ 4

General End-of-Course Assessments .................................................................................................. 4

Schedule Changes ................................................................................................................................. 5

BHS Procedures .................................................................................................................................... 5

Act 675 of 2003 ...................................................................................................................................... 6

Grading System ..................................................................................................................................... 6Advanced Placement (AP) ................................................................................................................... 6

Promotion / Retention .......................................................................................................................... 6

Graduation Requirements ................................................................................................................... 7

Career Focus ......................................................................................................................................... 8

BHS Four Year Plan ........................................................................................................................... 10

Concurrent Credit Program .............................................................................................................. 11

Articulated Credit ............................................................................................................................... 13

Arkansas Northeastern College Career Coach ................................................................................ 14

Timeline for Parents ........................................................................................................................... 14

Links to the Web ................................................................................................................................. 16

NCAA Division I Freshman Eligibility Standards .......................................................................... 17

Course Descriptions

Agriculture ............................................................................................................................. 19

Business .................................................................................................................................. 21

Construction Trades ............................................................................................................. 23

Family and Consumer Science ............................................................................................. 24

Fine Arts ................................................................................................................................. 25

Foreign Language.................................................................................................................. 28

Journalism ............................................................................................................................. 30Language Arts ....................................................................................................................... 30

Mathematics ........................................................................................................................... 33

Physical Education and Health ............................................................................................ 35

Science .................................................................................................................................... 37

Social Studies ......................................................................................................................... 39

Miscellaneous ......................................................................................................................... 42

Technical & Professional - ANC .......................................................................................... 42


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BLYTHEVILLE HIGH SCHOOLCOURSE CATALOG

NOTE FROM PRINCIPAL

This course catalog is for you to select your

courses for the 2011-2012 school year. It is theresponsibility of the student and parent(s) tochoose the appropriate career and graduationplan. Please give your graduation requirementsand career goals careful thought andconsideration as you fill out your courseselection sheet.

Parent/Guardian and student signatures on theselection sheet acknowledge approval for thecourses chosen; therefore, there should be no

need for changes. If you have any questions orconcerns in filling out the course selectionsheet, please call Blytheville High School at762-2772, then ask for the appropriatecounselor. Thank you for your interest andconcern.

Bobby Ashley, PrincipalBlytheville High School

ARKANSAS ACADEMIC CHALLENGE

SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM

The Arkansas Department of Higher Educationsponsors the Arkansas Academic ChallengeScholarship Program to recognize selectedstudents for scholastic achievement asmeasured by their academic records and ACTscores.

Scholars for 2012 will be announced beginningin the spring of 2012. The Arkansas AcademicChallenge Scholarship may be renewed for upto four years. Award amounts will beannounced in spring 2012.

Eligibility Requirements

Graduates from an Arkansas public highschool during 2012, complete the state SmartCore AND have an overall GPA of at least2.5 or earn a 19 or better composite score onthe ACT.

Graduates from an Arkansas public highschool during 2012 WITHOUT completingthe state Smart Core and have an overall GPAof at least 2.5 AND earn a 19 or better

composite score on the ACT OR pass all end-of-course exams with a score of proficient orhigher.

Beginning with the class of 2014, the non-smartcore option will not apply. Students must havecompleted the smart core curriculum to be eligible.Visit www.adhe.edu for more details.

BLYTHEVILLE HIGH SCHOOL COUNSELORS

GRADE 9Last Names A G Lisa AustinLast Names H Q Jennifer BlankenshipLast Names R Z Kimberly Dean-Files

GRADE 10Last Names A Z Lisa Austin

GRADE 11

Last Names A Z Kimberly Dean-Files

GRADE 12Last Names A Z Jennifer Blankenship


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MINIMUM CORE OF HIGH SCHOOL

COURSES RECOMMENDED FOR

PREPARATION FOR HIGHER EDUCATION

Research and the experience of students,faculty, and administrators indicate thatstudents taking a solid high school core ofcourses have better test scores and greatersuccess in institutions of higher education. Toincrease your chances of success, the followingminimum core of courses is recommended:

English - Four units with an emphasis onwriting skills (not to include courses in oralcommunication); (2-3 Pre-AP & 1 AP)

Natural Science - Three units, with labs,chosen from general biology, chemistry, orphysics; (2 must be Pre-AP courses)

Mathematics - Four units includingAlgebra I, Geometry, Algebra II, and Pre-Calculus with Trigonometry or Transitionto College Math; Algebra III (2 Pre-AP)

Social Studies - Three units, including oneunit each of American History, WorldHistory, and Civics (Class of 2014 Civics and Economics); (1 AP)

Foreign Language - Two units in oneforeign language.

NOTE: TO QUALIFY AS AN HONOR

GRADUATE, THE ABOVE CORE MUST

BE COMPLETED WITH A 3.5 GPA AT

THE END OF SEVEN SEMESTERS AND

COMPLETION OF COMPREHENSIVE

ACADEMIC DIPLOMA AND ATTEND

EIGHT SEMESTERS.

INFORMATION CONCERNING COURSE

SELECTION

1. In counting credits for graduation, coursestaken in grades nine through twelve areconsidered and Algebra I successfullycompleted in 8th grade.

2. The following credits are given for courses:

1/2 credit one-semester course

1 credit one-year course

2 credits one-year, two or three-hourcourses (due to travel to ANC)

3. Students selecting a one-year course will

remain in that course for the full year. Theonly exceptions to dropping a year-longcourse at semester will be a student havinga failing grade the first semester.

4. In filling out the selection form, ALLstudents will attend eight (8) periods and

will remain in school for the full day.(Only exceptions approved through SpecialEducation Department)

Students may take:

4 academic courses, 3-4 elective courses

LOSS OF CREDIT DUE TO EXCESSIVE ABSENCES

Students with ten (10) unexcused absences in a course in a semester shall not receive credit for that course. If astudent has 10 unexcused absences during a semester (in any class), the following procedures will be followed:

A. The student must stay in the class and do the assigned work for the remainder of the semester.

B. If the student has a failing grade in the course at the end of the semester, he will receive a grade of F.The student must repeat the class in order to gain credit.

C. If the student has a passing grade in the course at the end of the term, he will receive a grade of NoCredit.The student will have the opportunity to make up the credit in summer school only. There will be noopportunity for credit recovery unless the failing average is 50 or above.


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SMART CORE AND CORE CURRICULUM CHOICES

SMART CORE CURRICULUM (22 UNITS)

English - 4 units (years) English 9th grade

English 10th grade

English 11th grade

English 12th grade

Oral Communications unit ( year)

Mathematics - 4 units (years)

Algebra I or Algebra A & B Geometry, *Investigative Geometry, or

Geometry A & B

Algebra II Choice of: Transitions to College Math,

Pre-Calculus / Trigonometry, Calculus,Algebra III or an Advanced Placementmathematics, *Statistics, Computer Math

(Comparable concurrent credit collegecourses may be substituted whereapplicable.)*currently not offered at BHS

Natural Science - 3 units (years) with lab

experience chosen from

Physical Science

Biology or Applied Biology/Chemistry

Chemistry

Physics or Principles of Technology I &II or PIC Physics

Social Studies - 3 units (years)

Civics or Civics/American Government(Classes of 2011, 2012, 2013)

Civics/Economics (Class of 2014)

World History

U.S. History

Physical Education unit ( year)

Health and Safety unit ( year)

Fine Arts unit ( year)

Career Focus - 6 units

(CBA required at BHS, starting with class of 2013)

CORE CURRICULUM (22 UNITS)

English - 4 units (years)English 9th gradeEnglish 10th gradeEnglish 11th gradeEnglish 12th grade

Oral Communications unit ( year)

Mathematics - 4 units (years)Algebra or its equivalent* 1 unitGeometry or its equivalent.* 1 unitAll math units must build on the base of

algebra and geometry knowledge andskills.

Comparable concurrent credit collegecourses may be substituted whereapplicable.

*A two-year Algebra equivalent or a two-year Geometry equivalent may each becounted as two units of the four (4) unitrequirement.

Science 3 units (years)

At least one (1) unit of BiologyA Physical Science

Social Studies 3 units (years)Civics or Government unit

(Classes of 2011, 2012, 2013)Civics/Economics unit (Class of 2014)World History 1 unit

U.S. History 1 unit

Physical Education unit ( year)

Health and Safety unit ( year)

Fine Arts unit ( year)

Career Focus - 6 units

(CBA required at BHS, starting with class of 2013)


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HIGH STAKES END-OF-COURSE TESTS:

ALGEBRA I BEGINNING 2009-2010

ENGLISH II BEGINNING 2013-2014

Beginning with the Class of 2013 for Algebra I and 2013-2014 school year for English II, a studentidentified as not passing an initial high-stakes end-of-course assessment shall not receive an academiccredit on his or her transcript for the course related to the end-of-course assessment and is not entitledto graduate from an Arkansas public high school until:

the student has received remediation and is identified as meeting the requisite passing scalescore on a subsequent high-stakes end-of-course assessment; or

the student has received remediation and is identified as meeting the requisite score establishedby state board rule on an alternative assessment. (Alternative assessment shall be limited to an

ACT assessment or SAT assessment, an advanced placement test, or an InternationalBaccalaureate test.)

If after three subsequent high stakes end-of-course assessments a student does not meet the requisitepassing scale score on the high stakes end-of-course assessment, the student shall participate in strandanalysis or formative analysis remediation provided by and supported by the ADE.

GENERAL END-OF-COURSE ASSESSMENTS:

GEOMETRY/BIOLOGY I

Beginning with the 2009-2010 school year and each school year thereafter, each and every studentrequired to participate in the statewide program of educational assessments required by 6-15-2009.

Students not earning a proficient score will be required to have an individual academic improvementplan.

For the purpose of a general end-of-course assessment, remediation does not require that a student re-take a subsequent end-of-course assessment in order to receive academic credit for a course.


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SCHEDULE CHANGES

Schedule changes have serious effects both on each students individual schedule and on the class sizeof the course into which he/she is transferring. Decisions about the number of sections per departmentare made in the spring based upon students course selections during the registration process. Each

student is registered individually and given ample opportunities to make his/her schedule choices.Students are expected to enroll in the classes they selected at that time.

BHS Procedures

1. During the first five days of a newsemester, elective courses may be changedIF there is room in the class the studentdesires to add. No classes will be changedafter the 5th day of a new semester. Astudent must be registered for 6-8 subjectseach semester or have permission from theprincipal to do otherwise.

1. Schedule changes will be made only for thefollowing reasons:

There was a misplacement due to lackof prerequisite or background;

A student earns credit over the summer;

A senior is not scheduled in a classneeded for graduation;

2. There is a conflict in the master schedulethat requires a schedule change

3. Students enrolled in a full-year course willremain in that course for the full year. Theonly exception to dropping a year-longcourse at semester will be a student having

a failing first semester grade (or a "D" withteacher recommendation).

4. Teachers cannot be selected - all teacherswill work hard for the success of eachstudent, and students are expected to workhard to be successful with the schedulereceived. Lunch requests also will not behonored.

5. Changing from Pre-AP/AP class to aregular class will be considered at semesterwith the following requirements:

Percentage grade of less than 70percent;

A parent/teacher/student conference has been held to discuss what can be donefor the student to be successful in thecurrent class;

Space is available in the regular class.

6. Students must always attend the classes on

his/her schedule until receiving an officialschedule from the counseling centerreflecting the new class(es).


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ACT 675 OF 2003

In accordance to Act 675 of 2003, beginningwith the 2004-2005 school year, students ingrades nine through twelve (9-12) shall berequired to schedule and attend a full school

day. Students in grades nine through twelve (9-12) are required to enroll in no fewer than threehundred fifty (350) minutes of plannedinstructional time each day as a requirement forgraduation.

Students may be assigned to no more than oneclass period each day for a non credit period inwhich the student shall be required to attendand participate in a full class period.

No more than one (1) class period each day will

be allowed for organized and scheduled studentextracurricular classes.

Enrollment and attendance in Career andTechnical educational training courses, collegecourses, school work programs, and otherDepartment of Education sanctionededucational programs may be used to satisfythe requirements of this section, even if theprogram is not located at the public schools.

GRADING SYSTEM

Credit is based on Carnegie units. Therefore, asemester course is valued as one half (1/2)Carnegie unit. A year-long course is valued asone (1) Carnegie unit.

Grade Points Weighted Grading Scale

A = 4 A = 5 90 - 100 A

B = 3 B = 4 80 - 89 B

C = 2 C = 3 70 - 79 CD = 1 D = 2 60 - 69 D

F = 0 F = 0 0 - 59 F

ADVANCED PLACEMENT (AP)

Advanced Placement (AP) courses carry aweighted grade provided the student passes thecourse with a minimum grade of 60% andcompletes the Advanced Placement Exam at

the end of the school year.

PROMOTION / RETENTION

Promotion or retention of students or theirrequired retaking of a course shall be primarilybased on the following criteria:

GRADE CLASSIFICATION for incoming

students:Freshmen must have successfully completed8th grade

Sophomores must have 5 credits

(Including 1 unit each of: English 9, Math,Science, and Social Studies)

Juniors must have 10 credits

(Including 2 units each of: English 9 & 10,Math, Science, and Social Studies)

Seniors must have 15 credits

(Including 3 units each of: English 9, 10, & 11,Math, Science, and Social Studies)


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GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS

Credits Core

4 English English 9, 10, 11, 12 (CAD 2-3 Pre-AP & 1 AP)

3 Science 1 Physical Science (CAD 2 Pre-AP)1 Biology1 Chemistry, Physics, or Environmental Science

4 Mathematics Four sequential units from the following: (CAD 2 Pre-AP)Algebra IGeometry or Geometry A and BAlgebra II or Algebraic ConnectionsPre Calculus with Trigonometry or Transition to College MathAlgebra III

3 Social Studies 1 American History (CAD 1 Pre-AP or AP)1 World History1 Civics or American Government Civics and Economics (Class of 2014)

Oral Communications

Physical Education

Health

Fine Arts

7 Electives 6 Career Focus1 Computer Business Application (Begins with Class of 2013)

23

25

TOTAL

TOTAL

Regular Diploma 1.5 GPA

Comprehensive Academic Diploma 3.0 GPA

* Two credits of the same foreign language are required for CAD graduates.

HONOR GRADUATES

Honor Graduates must complete a CAD and finish with a 3.5 GPA overall.


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C A R E E R F O C U S

Students are encouraged to complete three credits within a Career Focus Program of Study(POS). To become a completer, students must meet the requirements outlined below.

A G R I C U L T U R E

P L A N T S Y S T E M S ( H O R T I C U L T U R E ) P O S

Agriculture Science (.5) Greenhouse Management (.5) Introduction to Horticulture (.5)

*Must choose 1.5 credits from the options below:

Environmental Resources (.5) Leadership & Communication (.5)

Managing Nat. Resources (.5) Nursery/Landscape Design (.5)

Turfgrass Management (.5)

E N V I R O N M E N T A L S E R V I C E S Y S T E M S P O S

Agriculture Science (.5) Environmental Resources (.5) Managing Nat. Resources (.5)

*Must choose 1.5 credits from the options below:

Leadership & Communication (.5) Greenhouse Management (.5)

Introduction to Horticulture (.5) Nursery/Landscape Design (.5)

Turfgrass Management (.5)

B U S I N E S S

B U S I N E S S F I N A N C E P O S

Comp. Business Apps (1) Computerized Accounting I (1) Advanced Spreadsheet (.5)

Advanced Database (.5)

I N S U R A N C E A N D R I S K M A N A G E M E N T P O S

Comp. Business Apps (1) Computerized Accounting I (1) Introduction to Finance (.5)

Insurance & Risk Management (.5)


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D I G I T A L C O M M U N I C A T I O N S P O S

Comp. Business Apps (1) Desktop Publishing (1)

Multimedia Applications (1)

G E N E R A L M A N A G E M E N T P O S

Comp. Business Apps (1) Computerized Accounting I (1) Management (1)

F A M I L Y & C O M S U M E R S C I E N C E

F A M I L Y & C O N S U M E R S C I E N C E E D U . P O S

Family & Consumer Science (1)

*Must choose 2 credits from the options below:

Child Development (.5) Housing & Interior Design (.5) Clothing Management (.5)

Food & Nutrition (.5) Parenting (.5) Personal & Family Finance (.5)

Family Dynamics (1) (may not beoffered at BHS every year)

T E C H N I C A L & P R O F E S S I O N A L

C O N S T R U C T I O N T E C H N O L O G Y P O S

Construction Fundamentals (1)

Plumbing (1) Electrical (1) Carpentry (2)


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BHS FOUR YEAR PLAN

Name __________________________________________ Career Area _______________________________(Last Name, First Name)

Curriculum 9th Grade 10th Grade 11th Grade 12th Grade

English(4 credits) _____English 9_____English 9 P-AP _____English 10_____English 10 P-AP _____English 11_____English 11 PAP

_____English 12

_____English 12AP Lit / Comp

Math(4 credits)

_____Algebra A_____Algebra I_____Geometry_____Algebra II

_____Algebra B_____Geometry_____Algebra II

_____Alg Conn_____Algebra II_____Pre-Cal/Trig_____Calculus

_____Alg Conn_____Algebra II_____Pre-Cal/Trig_____Trans College Math_____Calculus_____Statistics AP_____College Algebra_____Plane Trig_____College Calculus

Science

(3 credits)

_____Physical Science

_____Physical Sci P-AP

_____Biology

_____Biology P-AP

_____Chemistry_____Chemistry P-AP

_____Physics_____Environmental Sci

_____Chemistry_____Physics_____Chemistry AP

_____Environmental Sci_____Zoology

Social Studies(3 credits)

_____Am History_____Civics (2012)

_____World History_____US History AP

_____Am History (2012)_____World History AP_____Civics / Econ (2013)

_____World History AP_____Civics (2012)_____Civics / Econ (2014)_____US History AP_____US Govt.&Politics AP

Health(1/2 credit)

_____Health _____Health _____Health _____Healt

Physical Education(1/2 credit)

_____Physical Education _____Physical Education _____Physical Education _____Physical Education

Oral Comm

(1/2 credit) _____Oral Comm _____Oral Comm _____Oral Comm _____Oral Comm

Fine Arts(1/2 credit)

_____Art_____Choir_____Drama_____Band_____Adv Vocal Music_____Survey of Fine Arts




Career Focusand Electives(7 credits)

____CBA__________________________________

____CBA__________________________________

____CBA__________________________________

____CBA__________________________________

CAD ONLY same

Foreign Language(2 consecutive credits) ___Spanish/French/Ger ___Spanish/French/Ger ___Spanish/French/Ger ___Spanish/French/Ger

*Smart Core graduation requirements include four maths-Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II, and 1 higher math plus a third science of Chem or Physics.

**ForCAD Graduate, students must meet the CAD graduation requirements and take two years of the same foreign language.

Date: ___/___/___ Parent Signature_______________________________________




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Blytheville High School Concurrent Credit Program

Introduction

Concurrent credit is a cooperative program between Blytheville High School and Arkansas Northeastern College through which high school students may enroll in college-level courses prior to graduation. Through concurrent credit, approved high school teachers teach Arkansas Northeastern College courses during the high school schedule. The course materials,assignments, and grading standards used in the courses must meet the same standards as otherArkansas Northeastern College courses.

Courses taught through concurrent credit are college courses; therefore, they make greaterdemands on a students ability to conceptualize, understand implications, draw conclusions from,and apply what is learned more than do most high school courses. The courses go into greaterdepth, require more time and work, and challenge students to greater accomplishments. Studentsmust be willing to accept these challenges when registering for a concurrent credit course.

Enrollment Requirements

Blytheville High School students who have successfully completed the prerequisite high schoolcoursework and meet the following requirements are eligible for concurrent credit courses:

For English Composition I:

ACT: 19+ on English Test

COMPASS: 75+ on Writing Test

ASSET: 45+ on Language Test

For College Algebra:

ACT: 21+ on Math Test

COMPASS: 53+ on Test Type A

ASSET: 39+ on Intermediate Algebra Test

All other courses:

ACT: 19+ on Reading Test

COMPASS: 82+ on Reading Test

ASSET: 43+ on Reading Test

Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better

Recommendation of the principal

Junior or Senior classification


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Registration Requirements

Students in this program are official ANC part-time pre-baccalaureate students, and they mustregister for the courses like any other college student. All official student records for concurrentcredit sections of the ANC courses are maintained by the ANC registrars office. In addition tofollowing the required registration process for selecting Blytheville High School courses,students must also complete a ANC application form, a concurrent credit enrollment form, and arecord release form.

Tuition will be covered by the Blytheville School District if the student is enrolled at ANCBurdette campus or STEM School. Otherwise costs will be student and parent responsibility.There is no charge to the student. Any textbooks provided for these courses are the property ofANC and must be returned at the completion of the course. Students will be responsible forcharges for lost or damaged textbooks. Some courses may require the student to purchase his/herown textbook.

Student Benefits

Since students enrolled in concurrent enrollment courses are considered to be enrolled at ANC,these students receive a student identification card. This I.D. card permits the student to use theANC library and access the librarys on-line services.

Concurrent Credit Classes

Students have the opportunity to enroll in college-level courses prior to graduation. Studentswill earn both high school and college credit for these classes. In order to take the concurrentcredit classes a student must complete an ANC application for admissions and meet theprerequisite for each class they plan to take. The prerequisites are listed with each class.

Concurrent Credit Course Offerings:

EN 12003 ENGLISH COMPOSITION I (Fall Semester)A course that enables the student to write with a purpose and express himself through writtencommunication by logical presentation of ideas.Emphasis will be placed on acceptable grammatical options, appropriate usage, variety insentence and paragraph structures, as well as organizational patterns, and on content.Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in Fundamentals of Composition, ACT score of 19 or above, orASSET score of 45 or above or a COMPASS score between 75-100. Students must make C or better inthis course to earn an associate degree.

EN 12013 ENGLISH COMPOSITION II ( Spring Semester)A continuation of English Composition I with emphasis on more advanced composition, reading,and rhetorical skills. The research paper will also be part of the semesters study.Prerequisite: Grade C or better in EN 12003 English Composition I. Students must make C or betterin this course to earn an associate degree.

MA 14043 COLLEGE ALGEBRA (Fall Semester)A study of polynomial, rational, exponential, and logarithmic functions, including graphingtechniques, finding zeros, finding inverse and composite functions and applications. Other topics


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may include solving systems of equations and inequalities, basic operations on matrices, andfinding determinants.Prerequisite: C or above in MA 14083 Intermediate Algebra, ACT of 21 or above, ASSET IntermediateAlgebra Type I score of 39 or above, or a COMPASS score of 53-100 in Type A Algebra. Students mustmake a C or above in the course to earn an Associate in Arts Degree.

MA 14053 PLANE TRIGONOMETRY (Spring Semester)

A study of the trigonometric functions, solutions of right triangles, fundamental identities,composite angles, oblique triangles, graphs of the trigonometric functions and inversetrigonometric functions.Prerequisite: A C or above in MA 14043 College Algebra.

MA 24015 CALCULUS I (Fall Semester)Selected topics in analytical geometry, the study of limits and continuity, differentiation,applications of differentiation, integration, and applications of integration.Prerequisite: A C or above in MA 14043 College Algebra and MA 14053 Plane Trigonometry or MA14065 Pre-Calculus.

MA 24025 CALCULUS II (Spring Semester)A continuation of Calculus I which includes the following topics: logarithmic and exponentialfunctions, trigonometric functions and inverse trigonometric functions, techniques of integration,infinite series, conics, plane curves, parametric equations, and polar coordinates.Prerequisite: A C or above in MA 24015 Calculus I.

Articulated Credit

Students may earn college credit thru Arkansas Northeastern College for specific courses takenwhile a student at Blytheville High School. Students must successfully complete the course witha minimum grade of a B each semester. Once the student enrolls at ANC, the college will

extend credit to the student. The following courses have the option of articulated credit.

High School Course College Course

Computerized BusinessApplications

Computer Fundamentals (3Credits)

Child DevelopmentParenting

Child Development (3 Credits)

Course Descriptions

CS 11033 COMPUTER FUNDAMENTALS This course will cover basic computer terminology and

hands-on computer training in a popular software suite. Students will gain experience using Windows,work processing, spreadsheets, databases, the Internet and presentations software. Co-requisite:Demonstrated keyboarding ability of 20 words per minute by touch or OT 11003 Beginning Keyboarding.Students may challenge this course through Credit by Examination and payment of related fees.

ED 13093 CHILD GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT This course focuses on children ages birth to eightand covers all aspects of a childs physical and cognitive growth and socioemotional development. Thestudents will be introduced to ways to observe and evaluate childrens development and recognizepossible delays in development. The course content is based upon guidelines established by the Councilfor Early Childhood Professional Recognition.


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Arkansas Northeastern College Career Coach

The Career Coach will be assisting students with career and educational planning. This mayinclude career exploration, assessment, development, and decision making activities. Studentswill be able to use me as a resource for information regarding financial aid, concurrent credit,college admissions and connections to business and industry. The Career Coach will also serve

as a liaison to the community college and other institutions of postsecondary education.

TIMELINE FOR PARENTS

9TH

GRADE

Students should be considering their academic and extracurricular strengths, interests, and valuesin preparation for career research.

All Arkansas students completed Career Orientation, an 8th grade course, which gave them aninterest inventory and introduced them to career families. At this time in the teens life, weshould be dealing in very general terms with regard to career exploration. For instance, studentsmay feel a strong desire to work with people, things, or data. They should be looking further intocareer families to familiarize themselves with the careers available in their most desired area. Inmost instances, however, 9th grade students interests are likely to vary widely.

The best thing parents can do is have regular discussions with their teens concerning thestudents skills and current interest and careers that may be appropriate for people with thoseskills and interests.

Parents and their freshman students should sit down at the end of the year to chart the students

progress toward graduation and other future plans. This is a good time to re-evaluate thestudents academic plan for high school.

Some students may have found the plan they made in the 8 th grade to be either more or lessdifficult to maintain than they had originally thought. The 10th grade year is when enrollment in avocational/technical education plan involving ANC may be considered. Most of the technicalprograms available at ANC are open to the 10th grade students.

10TH

GRADE

Sophomores should be working toward narrowing down interests and working toward realisticassessments of work and academic skills. Students in the 10th grade will take the PLAN test. Thisis a Pre-ACT that is only for sophomores and is given at BHS during a school-day morning inOctober or November. Students who take the PLAN will get another interest inventory to helpnarrow down career families. They will also get an ACT predictor score and a comparison oftheir performance with regard to other sophomores nationwide.

Some students will begin researching college programs at this time. Also, sophomores may beable to take the PSAT (Pre-SAT and National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test) for practicebefore their junior year provided they have a cumulative 3.0 GPA.


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11TH

GRADE

Juniors should be researching colleges (including community colleges), vocational or tradeschools, and military options at this time. There are several good college search sites available onthe internet (we have some on our school website). Students can e-mail colleges that appeal to

them and get on their mailing lists for further information, notices of special events for highschool students, etc.

National Merit Scholarship competition begins with the PSAT test. Juniors only may attempt toqualify as a National Merit Scholar by taking the PSAT test. It is offered in October each year ona Wednesday. Each state is allowed its top scorers on the PSAT to continue in the competition asa National Merit Semi-Finalist.

Juniors who plan to attend college or community college should take the ACT by mid-year. Moststudents need to have the opportunity to take the ACT two or three times before December oftheir senior year. The ACT is offered every October, December, February, April and June atBHS.

12TH

GRADE

Parents need to make sure their senior students are enrolled in the courses they need to graduate.They should also make sure they know the students status in terms of graduating with honors,eligibility for Arkansas Academic Challenge Scholarship, eligibility for admission to thepostsecondary education program of their choice, and, if they plan to participate in college levelsports, eligibility in terms of NCAA regulations. (Information included in this course catalog.)

Each year ANC hosts a college day where seniors have the opportunity to meet with collegeadmissions representatives from community colleges, colleges and universities, career/technical

schools, and military representatives.

All students should be planning some form of continuing education, whether it is a vocationaltrade, or college education, in order to enter into a meaningful career for themselves. Studentsshould narrow their postsecondary education choices down to three or four at the most. By mid-year, those choices should be down to one or two. Seniors have college days in the fall andspring that they may use to research their possibilities. Many students may still not have chosen amajor, but if they at least know themselves well enough to have chosen a general area of study,this will get them started. Students must have a 2.5 GPA and taken the ACT once before acollege day will be granted.

Seniors should be taking their final ACT in October or December, depending on the scholarship

deadline for the college they plan to attend.Parents should plan to attend Parent Night in the Fall. This is an evening presentation that willexplain all you need to know about financing a postsecondary education (including scholarships,grants, work-study, and loans). Check the school website www.blythevilleschools.com for thedate and for scholarship information starting in 2012. New scholarships are added throughout theschool year.

It is a good idea for parents to oversee the students completion for college and scholarshipapplications as the year progresses; however, applying for programs and following through withthe process is a skill the student needs to have.


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LINKS TO THE WEB

Scholarship and Financial Information

Arkansas Scholarship Connection

www.arkansasscholarshipconnection.org

Arkansas Scholarship Information Servicewww.scholarships-ar.us.org

Arkansas Student Loan Authority

www.asla.state.ar.us

College Netwww.collegenet.com

Blytheville Public Schools

www.blythevilleschools.com

Funding Your Education

www.ed.gov

Federal Aid

www.fafsa.ed.gov

Fast Web

www.fastweb.com

Parent Answer

www.parentanswer.com

Testing and Sports

American College Testing (ACT)www.actstudent.org

College Board (SAT/PSAT)

www.collegeboard.com

March 2 Success test prepwww.march2success.com

NCAA Clearinghousewww.ncaaclearinghouse.net

ASVAB

www.asvabprogram.com

Most Requested College Sites

Arkansas Northeastern College

www.anc.edu

Arkansas State University

www.astate.edu

Arkansas Tech Universitywww.atu.edu

Hendrix Collegewww.hendrix.edu

John Brown Universitywww.jbu.edu

Ouachita Baptist Universitywww.obu.edu

University of Arkansaswww.uark.edu

University of Central Arkansaswww.uca.edu

College Help Information

College Viewwww.collegeview.com

College Zone

www.kaplan.com

Campus Tours

www.ecampustours.com

Little Rock Job Corps Center

www.del-jen.com/jobcorps/jcltrck.htm

U.S. New College and Career Centerwww.usnews.com

TasselTime Parent/Student Resourceswww.tasseltime.comusername: chswest or chseastpassword: conway

Next Step Arkansas Parent Informationwww.nextsteparkansas.org


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NCAA FRESHMAN-ELIGIBILITY STANDARDSQUICK REFERENCE SHEET

Core Courses

NCAA Division I requires 16 core courses as of August 1, 2008.This rule applies to any student first entering any Division I college oruniversity on or after August 1, 2008. See the chart below for the breakdown of this 16 core-course requirement.

NCAA Division II requires 14 core courses. See the breakdown of core-course requirements below. Please note, Division II willrequire 16 core courses beginning August 1, 2013.

Test Scores

Division I has a sliding scale for test score and grade-point average. The sliding scale for those requirements is shown on page two ofthis sheet.

Division II has a minimum SAT score requirement of 820 or an ACT sum score of 68.

The SAT score used for NCAA purposes includes only the critical reading and math sections. The writing section of the SAT is notused.

The ACT score used for NCAA purposes is a sum of the four sections on the ACT: English, mathematics, reading and science.

All SAT and ACT scores must be reported directly to the NCAA Initial-Eligibility Center by the testing agency. Test scoresthat appear on transcripts will no longer be used. When registering for the SAT or ACT, use the Eligibility Center code of

9999 to make sure the score is reported to the Eligibility Center.

Grade-Point Average

Only core courses are used in the calculation of the grade-point average. Be sure to look at your high schools list of NCAA-approved core courses on the Eligibility Centers Web site to make certain that

the courses being taken have been approved as core courses. The Web site is www.eligibilitycenter.org.

Division I grade-point-average requirements are listed on page two of this sheet.

The Division II grade-point-average requirement is a minimum 2.000.

DIVISION I16 Core-Course Rule

16 Core Courses:

4 years of English.3 years of mathematics (Algebra I or higher).2 years of natural/physical science (1 year of lab if offered

by high school).1 year of additional English, mathematics or

natural/physical science.2 years of social science.4 years of additional courses (from any area above,

foreign language or nondoctrinal religion/philosophy).

DIVISION II14 Core-Course Rule

14 Core Courses:

3 years of English.2 years of mathematics (Algebra I or higher).2 years of natural/physical science (1 year of lab if offered

by high school).2 years of additional English, mathematics or

natural/physical science.2 years of social science.3 years of additional courses (from any area above, foreign

language or nondoctrinal religion/philosophy).

EligibilityCenter

PLEASE NOTE: Beginning August 1, 2013, students planning to attend an NCAA Division II institution will be required tocomplete 16 core courses.


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OTHER IMPORTANT INFORMATION Division II has no sliding scale. The minimum core

grade-point average is 2.000. The minimum SAT score is820 (verbal and math sections only) and the minimumACT sum score is 68.

14 Core courses are required for Division II. However,beginning 2013, students will be required to complete 16core courses.

16 Core courses are required for Division I. The SAT combined score is based on the verbal and

math sections only. The writing section will not be used.

SAT and ACT scores must be reported directly to the

Eligibility Center from the testing agency. Scores on

transcripts will not be used.

Students enrolling at an NCAA Division I or II

institution for the first time need to also complete the

amateurism questionnaire through the Eligibility Center

Web site. Students need to request final amateurism

certification prior to enrollment.

For more information regarding the rules, please go towww.NCAA.org. Click on Academics and Athletesthen Eligibility and Recruiting. Or visit theEligibility Center Web site atwww.eligibilitycenter.org.

Please call the NCAA Eligibility Center if you havequestions: Toll-free number: 877-262-1492

FAQs

When Should A Student Register With The NCAA

Eligibility Center?

Students should register with the Eligibility Center at thebeginning of their junior year in high school. At the end of thestudents junior year, a transcript, which includes sixsemesters of grades, should be sent to the Eligibility Centerfrom the high school. Additionally, students should have theirSAT or ACT scores forwarded directly to the EligibilityCenter (by using code 9999) whenever they take the exam.

What Requirements Do I Need To Be Able To Practice,

Play And Get A Scholarship At An NCAA Division I Or

II College Or University?

1. Graduate from high school;

2. Complete a minimum of 16 (for Division I) or 14 (forDivision II) core courses;

3. Present the required grade-point average (GPA);

4. Present a qualifying test score on either the ACT or SAT;

5. Complete the amateurism questionnaire and request finalamateurism certification.

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NCAA DIVISION I SLIDING SCALE

CORE GRADE-POINT AVERAGE/

TEST-SCORENew Core GPA / Test Score Index

Core GPA SAT ACTVerbal and Math ONLY

3.550& above 400 37

3.525 410 38

3.500 420 39

3.475 430 403.450 440 41

3.425 450 41

3.400 460 42

3.375 470 42

3.350 480 433.325 490 44

3.300 500 44

3.275 510 45

3.250 520 46

3.225 530 46

3.200 540 47

3.175 550 47

3.150 560 48

3.125 570 49

3.100 580 49

3.075 590 50

3.050 600 503.025 610 51

3.000 620 52

2.975 630 52

2.950 640 53

2.925 650 53

2.900 660 54

2.875 670 55

2.850 680 56

2.825 690 56

2.800 700 57

2.775 710 58

2.750 720 59

2.725 730 59

2.700 730 602.675 740-750 61

2.650 760 62

2.625 770 63

2.600 780 64

2.575 790 65

2.550 800 66

2.525 810 67

2.500 820 68

2.475 830 69

2.450 840-850 70

2.425 860 70

2.400 860 71

2.375 870 72

2.350 880 73

2.325 890 74

2.300 900 752.275 910 76

2.250 920 77

2.225 930 78

2.200 940 79

2.175 950 80

2.150 960 80

2.125 960 81

2.100 970 82

2.075 980 83

2.050 990 84

2.025 1000 85

2.000 1010 86


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COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE

Students enrolled in Agricultural Sciencecourses are encouraged to join the FFA chapter.All courses will involve on- and off-campuslabs and work in greenhouses. Environmentalconcerns will also be addressed in each class.

To be a completer in this program of study,

students must take Agriculture Science.

AGRICULTURE SCIENCE

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11Credit: UnitSuggested Requirements: FFA membershipRequired Requirements: No prerequisitesexcept the Grade Level Requirements belowFees: Current FFA membership dues are $20per year (subject to change)

A foundation course for all agricultureprograms of study. Topics covered includegeneral agriculture, FFA, leadership, record

keeping, supervised agricultural experience,agricultural safety, forestry and naturalresources, plant and soil science, and animalscience. Offered only Fall Semester.

ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES:

SOIL & WATER

Grade Level: 10, 11, 12Credit: UnitSuggested Requirements: FFA membership,

A strong desire to participate in recyclingshould be present.Required Requirements: Successfulcompletion of Agricultural Science and/orIntroduction to HorticultureFees: Current FFA membership dues are $20per year (subject to change)

This course focuses on environmental concerns

related to soil, air, and water. Emphasis isplaced on soil and water in relation toagricultural processes. Students also willinvestigate ways to prevent contamination andconserve soil and water. This is a core class forthe Natural Resource Program of Study.Offered only Fall Semester.

GREENHOUSE MANAGEMENT

Grade Level: 10, 11, 12

Credit: UnitSuggested Requirements: FFA membershipRequired Requirements: Successfulcompletion of Agricultural Science and/orIntroduction to HorticultureFees: Current FFA membership dues are $20per year (subject to change) If paid in Fall, noadditional is necessary.

This course offers the serious horticulturestudent an in depth study of greenhousemanagement practices. Structuralconsiderations are covered, as well as plantpropagation techniques, pesticide use, andmarketing strategies. The student will receiveample opportunity to practice the skills learnedduring the course. This is considered afoundation course to be a completer in theHorticultural Systems Program of Study.Offered only in Spring Semester.

INTRODUCTION TO HORTICULTURE

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11Credit: UnitSuggested Requirements: FFA membershipRequired Requirements: No prerequisitesexcept the Grade Level Requirements belowFees: Current FFA membership dues are $20per year (subject to change) If paid in Fall, noadditional required in Spring.


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This is an introductory course for students witha strong interest in horticulture. Careers in theindustry are covered as well as basic plantsystems and pest control. The student will beintroduced to the areas of greenhousemanagement, nursery management, and

landscaping. Offered only Spring Semester.

LEADERSHIP & COMMUNICATION

Grade Level: 10, 11, 12Credit: UnitSuggested Requirements: FFA membershipRequired Requirements: Successfulcompletion of Agricultural Science and/orIntroduction to HorticultureFees: Current FFA membership dues are $20

per year (If paid in Fall, no additional isnecessary.)

Public speaking, parliamentary procedure,organization, delegation, oral communication,conflict resolution, business etiquette, andcommunity service are major topics to assiststudents in development of their leadershipskills for the future. Opportunities are providedfor students to participate in FFA andsupervised experience activities. Offered only

in Spring Semester.

MANAGING NATURAL RESOURCES

Grade Level: 10, 11, 12Credit: UnitSuggested Requirements: FFA membershipRequired Requirements: Successfulcompletion of Agricultural Science and/orIntroduction to HorticultureFees: Current FFA membership dues are $20per year (subject to change) If paid in Fall, noadditional is necessary.

Students will explore natural resources (soil,water, air, forests, energy, minerals and metal,and wildlife) and develop the knowledge andskills to use them wisely. Other issues includeoutdoor recreation, careers, and theenvironment. This is a core class for the

natural Resource Program of Study. Offeredonly in Spring Semester.

NURSERY/LANDSCAPE

Grade Level: 10, 11, 12Credit: UnitSuggested Requirements: FFA membershipRequired Requirements: Successfulcompletion of Agricultural Science and/orIntroduction to HorticultureFees: Current FFA membership dues are $20per year (subject to change)

This course covers the production of plants,shrubs, and ornamental trees for transplantingto landscape designs. Propagation, designing

plans, installation, maintenance, transportationand careers are included in the curriculum.Projects will be part of this course. Offeredonly Fall Semester.

TURFGRASS MANAGEMENT

Grade Level: 10, 11, 12Credit: UnitRequired Requirements: Successful

completion of Agricultural Science and/orIntroduction to HorticultureSuggested Requirements: FFA membership.It would be best if students have a mode oftransportation, as there will be some off-campus activities.Fees: Current FFA membership dues are $20per year (subject to change)

This course covers all aspects of turf grassmanagement, including lawn care, turfproduction, golf course management, sportsturf, irrigation, equipment, maintenance, andhuman relations. Offered only Fall Semester.


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BUSINESS

Students enrolled in Business courses areencouraged to join Future Business Leaders ofAmerica (FBLA). Dues are $20.00 annually,which affiliates the student with local, state and

national FBLA membership. FBLA hasdistrict, state, and national leadershipconferences and competitions that offer participants training and scholarshipsopportunities.*CTE courses are updated on a rotating basisand criteria or offerings may vary annually.

ADVANCED SPREADSHEET

Grade Level: 10, 11, 12Credit: UnitPrerequisite: CBA or CA I, II, & III

Spreadsheet Applications is a one-semester coursein which students use computer programs toanalyze quantitative data. Emphasis is placed onthe role and value of spreadsheets, financialreporting, budgeting, planning, and forecasting.

ADVANCED DATABASE

Grade Level: 10, 11, 12Credit: UnitPrerequisite: CBA or CA I, II, & III

Database Applications is a one-semester course inwhich students learn to organize data; create,search, and query databases; and use integratedsoftware to combine database with wordprocessing and mail merge.

BUSINESS COMMUNICATIONS

Grade Level: 10, 11, 12Credit: 1 UnitPrerequisite: Keyboarding(CBA recommended)

This is a one-semester course designed toprovide students with the communication skillsneeded in business careers. The course

includes both written and oral communicationsrelating to business activities and is directedtoward understanding the language ofnonverbal communications and improvedlistening skills, reading voice usage, andwriting skills. Emphasis is given to developing

competencies in fundamentals such as spelling,punctuation, grammar, vocabulary, sentenceand paragraph structure, English usage, andproofreading. Applications in writing all typesof business documents are valuablecomponents of the course

COMPUTERIZED ACCOUNTING I

Grade Level: 10, 11, 12Credit: 1 Unit

Prerequisite: Keyboarding

A two-semester course with emphasis on basicaccounting principles as they relate to bothmanual and computerized financial systems.Instruction is on an integrated basis usingcomputers and electronic calculators as therelationships and processes of manual andcomputerized accounting are presented. Entry-level skills in the accounting occupations canbe attained.

COMPUTERIZED ACCOUNTING II

Grade Level: 11, 12Credit: 1 UnitPrerequisite: Keyboarding, Accounting I,Teacher Approval

Computerized Accounting II is a two-semestercourse designed to provide students with theknowledge, understanding, and skill necessary

for successful careers in accounting.Partnership as well as departmental, corporate,and cost accounting systems are componentsof the course. Emphasis is given to thecomputerized/automated functions inaccounting.


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COMPUTERIZED BUSINESS

APPLICATIONS (CBA)

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12Credit: 1 UnitPrerequisite: Keyboarding

Computerized Business Applications is a two-semester course designed to prepare studentswith an introduction to business applicationsthat are necessary to live and work in atechnological society. Emphasis is given tohardware, concepts, and business uses ofapplications. The business applications coveredare word processing, database, spreadsheet,telecommunications, presentation, and Webpage design. Successful completion of thisclass should prepare you to pass the exam to

earn the nationally-recognized, industry-standard IC3 certification.

DESKTOP PUBLISHING I & II

Grade Level: 10, 11, 12Credit: Unit & UnitPrerequisite: Successful completion ofKeyboarding, CBA or WP I or CA I & II(DTP I to enter DTP II)

DTP I is a one-semester course that combinesthe personal computer with page designsoftware enabling students to produce materialsof near photo-typed quality. The courseincludes page design, layout, editing functions,graphic design, and various printing options.

DTP II is a one-semester course design to studythe process of analyzing information andaudience to communicate the desired messageeffectively in their publishing designs.

Students will create newsletters, calendars,brochures, and a variety of other publications.Students will also learn to use a scanner anddigital camera and incorporate this into theirprojects.

INTRODUCTION TO FINANCE

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12Credit: UnitPrerequisite: Successful completion ofKeyboarding, CBA or WP I or CA I & II

This is a one-semester course that focuses onthe individuals role and financialresponsibilities as a student, citizen, consumer,and active participant in the business world. Itinforms students of their various financialresponsibilities.

INSURANCE & RISK MANAGEMENT


Credit: UnitPrerequisite: Tech Prep Foundation

A one-semester course providing an overviewof the insurance industry, including varioustypes of insurance, rates and claims, and careeropportunities. Included are activities that helpthe student to better understand the importanceof insurance and how it affects them both todayand through their retirement years.

MANAGEMENT

Grade Level: 11, 12Credit: 1 UnitPrerequisite: Tech Prep Core

This is a two semester course that assists thestudent in understanding basic managementfunctions. Students study the managementprocess, decision-making, environmentalfactors, basic ethics, and social responsibility.

Planning, organizing, leading, and controllingare emphasized as well as basic concepts ofstaffing, leadership, communication,entrepreneurship, and internationalmanagement.


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MULTIMEDIA APPLICATIONS I & II

Grade Level: 11, 12Credit: Unit & UnitPrerequisite: Successful completion ofKeyboarding, CBA or WP I or CA I & II, and

Desktop Publishing I & IIMMA I is a one-semester course givingstudents experience in using multimedia tomerge text, graphics, video, and sound.Applied principles are used to analyze andorganize information, set up a design structureand produce special visual expressions.

MMA II is a one-semester course givingstudents advanced experience in usingmultimedia to merge text and graphics, as well

as in editing and dubbing video and sound.Applied principles are used to analyze andorganize information, set up a design structureand produce special visual expressions.

SENIOR TECHNOLOGY SEMINAR

Grade Level: 12Credit: 1 UnitPrerequisite: A 3.0 or better average in

Desktop Publishing, Multimedia, or WebDesign AND teacher approvalConcurrent enrollment in Multimediasuggested

Senior Technology Seminar is a full-year project-based course where you work on real-world projects for the school, local businesses,and organizations.(Course approval in progress).

WORKPLACE READINESS

Grade Level: 11, 12Credit: UnitPrerequisite: none

Workplace Readiness is an instruction-basedcourse designed to teach the employabilityskills needed to succeed in a high-performancework organization, as defined by the SCANS

commission. Its focus is to teach studentstransferable skills necessary to succeed in theever changing workplace through teamwork,problem-solving, communication, self-management, and career readiness. Studentswill enhance basic soft skills, workplace skills,

interpersonal skills, communication skills, andleadership skills while becoming career-ready.

CONSTRUCTION TRADES

CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY -

FUNDAMENTALS OF CONSTRUCTION


Credit: 1 Unit

An instructional program that preparesindividuals to apply technical knowledge andskills in the building, inspecting, andmaintaining of structures and related properties.

CARPENTRY

Grade Level: 11, 12Credit: 2 Units

Prerequisite: Construction Technology

An instructional program that preparesindividuals to apply technical knowledge andskills to lay out, fabricate, erect, install, andrepair wooden structures and fixtures, usinghand and power tools.

ELECTRICITY


Credit: 1 UnitPrerequisite: Construction Technology

An instructional program that preparesindividuals to apply basic Electrical Theory,identify tools used in the Electrical Field, safepractices for working with electricity, andrelated skills.


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FAMILY DYNAMICS

Grade Level: 10, 11, 12Credit: 1 UnitPrerequisite: Family and Consumer Science,core course

This is a one year course that focuses on therole of the family in helping individualsdevelop to their highest potential, instrengthening the community, and inaddressing concerns of global society. Notoffered every year.

HOUSING AND INTERIOR DESIGN

Grade Level: 10, 11, 12Credit: UnitPrerequisite: Family and Consumer Science,core course

This is a one semester course that focuses onpersonal and family housing needs, options formeeting those needs, and the role of thehousing industry in the economy. Not offeredevery year.

PARENTING

Grade Level: 10, 11, 12Credit: UnitPrerequisite: Family and Consumer Science,Child Development

This is a one semester course that focuses onthe skills needed to develop and understandingof the parenting process and of parenting skills.It should be taken second semester aftercompleting Child Development first semesterto qualify for articulation credit at ANC.

PERSONAL AND FAMILY FINANCE

Grade Level: 10, 11, 12Credit: unitPrerequisite: Family and Consumer Science,core course

This is a non-laboratory, one semester coursedesigned to increase financial literacy amonghigh school students and prepare them tosuccessfully manage their personal and familyfinancial resources. Not offered every year.

FINE ARTS

ART I

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12Credit: 1 Unit

This is a year long course that is anintroduction to the visual arts. It is designed toteach students an appreciation of art and basicconcepts in drawing and design. We will usethe books Art Talk and UnderstandingDrawing. Students will learn vocabulary andtechniques to apply to their own works of art.Students will take notes that will be useful forthe art projects that we do in class. Studentswill create several works of art using the artterms and your own creativity, while learningand applying the elements and principles of artto create more successful works.

ART II

Grade Level: 10, 11, 12Credit: 1 Unit

Prerequisite: Complete Art 1 with an A or B,and have previous or current Art Teacherapproval or bring a portfolio to the Art teacherto show your current artwork to get approval.Art II is a year-long course designed to build on

the drawing and design skills learned in Art 1.Students will continue to learn new vocabularyand techniques, as well as learn new methodsand materials. Students will create severalworks of art using the new methods andmaterials and continue to develop their owncreativity to create successful works of art.Students will also participate in the district artshow and art competitions at the state andnational level.


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ART III

Grade Level: 11, 12Credit: 1 Unit (currently offered as a block)Prerequisite: Complete Art 2 with an A or B,and have previous or current Art Teacher

approval or bring a portfolio to the Art teacherto show your current artwork to get approval.

This year long course is designed to build onthe drawing and design skills learned in Art 1and the methods and materials learned in Art 2.Students will continue to learn new vocabularyand techniques, as well as learn new methodsand materials. Students will be challenged withcreative problem solving project assignmentsthat they must complete to put together aportfolio of works. Students will also

participate in the district art show and artcompetitions at the state and national level.

ART IV

Grade Level: 12Credit: 1 Unit (currently offered as a block)Prerequisite: Complete Art 3 with an A or B,and have previous or current Art Teacherapproval or bring a portfolio to the Art teacher

to show your current artwork to get approval.Students who take Art 4 MUST be able to

work more independently on a creative body

of work.

This year long course is designed to allow thestudent to work on independent projects todevelop his/her own style of artwork. Studentswill continue to learn new vocabulary andtechniques. Students will be challenged withcreative problem solving project assignmentsthat they must complete to put together aportfolio of works. Seniors who wish to applyfor Art Scholarships must get their portfoliosprepared for scholarship applications in theSpring. Students will also participate in thedistrict art show and art competitions at thestate and national level.

DRAMA I

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12Credit: .5 Unit

A one semester course where students will beintroduced to theatre history. Students will also

engage in beginning acting exercises whichencourage cooperative learning.

DRAMA II

Grade Level: 10, 11, 12Credit: 1 UnitPrerequisite: Drama I (B average), TeacherApproval

A one year course where students will have

additional opportunities to create dramaticallythrough improvisation. Lessons are focused onadvanced acting exercises, screenplay writing,and the study of theatrical plays.

DRAMA III

Grade Level: 11, 12Credit: 1 UnitPrerequisite: Drama I, Drama II; (B average),

Teacher ApprovalA one year course where students will continuein advanced acting techniques. Lessons arefocused on technical aspects of theater andtheatrical production.

INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC

(BEGINNING BAND)


Credit: 1 UnitPrerequisite: Consent of Instructor

This course is designed for students who have adesire to play a woodwind, brass or percussioninstrument. This is a preparation course for performing in high school band. Studentswithout prior band experience would beeligible for this course. At the conclusion ofthis course students must have attained at least


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a basic level or proficiency, as determined bythe instructor, to be eligible for participation inthe high school bands.

INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC (BAND)

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12Credit: 1 UnitPrerequisite: Basic level of proficiency on awind or percussion instrument. (Determined bythe band director)

Band at Blytheville High School offers studentsthe opportunity to participate in marching bandand concert band. In the fall, the studentsparticipate in the marching portion of the band, performing and competing locally and

regionally at games and competitions. Duringthe winter and spring months, the band focuseson indoor concert band music. The bandperforms at judged events as well as in concertsfor our local community. The band meets dailyduring a regular class period with additionalafter school rehearsals and sectionals scheduledas necessary.

INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC (SECTIONALS)

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12Credit: 1 UnitPrerequisite: Previous experience playing awind or percussion instrument. (Determined bythe band director)

The sectional class a Blytheville High schooloffers students the opportunity to grow andadvance as individual musicians. The class is provided with advanced music designed toincrease technical ability along with tonal

maturity. This class is a supplement to theBand class. Students in this class also receiveprivate instruction on a regular basis for a moreguided approach to individual music education.The sectional class meets daily during a regularclass period with no additional rehearsals andsectionals required after school.

JAZZ BAND

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12Credit: 1 UnitPrerequisite: Basic level of proficiency on atraditional jazz instrument. (Determined by theband director)

Jazz Band at Blytheville High School offersstudents the opportunity to learn and perform amusical instrument in jazz style. This classrehearses and prepares a wide variety of jazzmusic in various styles. The jazz band willperform for local elementary school students aswell as others in the community. The jazz bandmeets daily during a regular class period withadditional after school rehearsals and sectionalsscheduled as necessary.

ADVANCED MUSIC

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12Credit: 1/2 Unit

Study of Jazz, Musical Theatre, as well astoday's music and it's influence on it's listeners.One large class project required.

CHICKASAW CHORALE

Grade Level: 10, 11, 12(9th who meet requirements)Credit: 1 UnitPrerequisite: Previous choir experience;mandatory tryout with the choral directorwhich consists of a song sung by the studentwithout instrumental accompaniment.

This choir is made up of students who can readmusic, who love to sing and perform, and who

want to learn to be more professional in their performances. This is a try-out choir made upof males and females (SATB). Tryouts willbe in April. It is the students' responsibility tocome to the choir room and make anappointment for their tryout. Students willparticipate in All-Region Competitions.


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FEMALE CHOIR

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12Credit: 1 UnitPrerequisite: A tryout which consists of a songof the students' choice without instrumental

accompaniment.Students will learn to read music usingnumbers and participate in the Christmas andSpring Concerts. Try -outs will be in thespring. Female only choir.

MALE CHOIR


Prerequisite: A tryout which consists of a songof the students' choice without instrumentalaccompaniment.

Students will learn to read music usingnumbers and participate in the Christmas andSpring Concerts. Try -outs will be in thespring. Male only choir.

VOCAL MUSIC SECTIONALS

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12Credit: 1 UnitPrerequisite: Must be in Chickasaw Chorale,Male or Female Choir.

The vocal sectional classes give students inChickasaw Chorale the opportunity to advanceas individual musicians. These classes helpvocal students realize their full potentialand learn ways to increase self confidence onstage. Private instruction as well as sectional

work with no after school rehearsals.

FOREIGN LANGUAGE

FRENCH I


Prerequisite: B average in English 8

The first year of a foreign language involvesthe introduction of the sound system, mimicrydrills for pronunciation, vocabulary, andsentence structure. Workbooks and interactivevideos are used to enhance speaking andwriting abilities while increasing culturalawareness. Emphasis is placed on vocabularyand beginning verbal communications.Through comparisons and connections,students are introduced to the cultures ofseveral francophone communities.

FRENCH II

Grade Level: 10, 11, 12Credit: 1 UnitPrerequisite: A grade of C or better in thefirst year of the language is required.

The second year of a foreign language providesstudents with a more detailed study of thespoken language through classroomconversations and further vocabulary building.An in-depth study of grammar and usage ispresent at this level to enhance verbal andwritten communication. Textbook andsupplementary materials are used to further theunderstanding of history and culture.Outstanding students become eligible formembership in the Societ Honorair deFranais in the second semester.

FRENCH III

Grade Level: 10, 11, 12Credit: 1 UnitPrerequisite: French II and teacher approvalrequired.

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demonstrated in an oral and written format.Students work on self expression by writingessays and participating in classroomdiscussions.

FRENCH IV

Grade Level: 11, 12Credit: 1 UnitPrerequisite: French III and teacher approvalrequired.

These advanced level courses are open tostudents who have successfully completed threeacademic years of the target language. A moredetailed, in depth study of language throughhistory, literature and culture is the basis of this

course in order to prepare the student for thecollege level foreign language class.(Offering decided on a yearly basis.)

GERMAN I - distance learning course

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12Credit: 1 UnitPrerequisite: B average in English

This first year course emphasizes

communication in the language andunderstanding of the diverse cultures in whichthe language is spoken. Listening and speakingskills are stressed as is an introduction togrammar and syntax. Students are given ampleopportunity to apply the skills they learn so thatreal proficiency in the target language can beachieved with further study.

GERMAN II distance learning course

Grade Level: 10, 11, 12Credit: 1 UnitPrerequisite: German I

The second year course continues to emphasize both oral and written communication in theforeign language. The approach is based on thecommunicative purposes of students at thislevel to invite, inform, inquire, exclaim, agree,

disagree, compliment, express emotions andopinions, etc. The communicative functions,grammar, and vocabulary are presented inculturally authentic situations so that thecultural diversity of the German-speakingcountries will also be absorbed.

SPANISH I

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12Credit: 1 UnitPrerequisite: Freshman must have a B or betterin English 8

Spanish I introduces the student to the basicvocabulary and grammar structures of thelanguage through activities and practice in the

four areas of communication: listening,speaking, reading and writing. This course alsoprovides an overview of the Hispanic culturewith emphasis on Spain and Mexico.

SPANISH II

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12Credit: 1 UnitPrerequisite: Spanish I with a recommended 2.0or above for both semesters

This course continues the study of the basicfundamentals of speaking, listeningcomprehension, grammatical skills, and cultureand introduces reading comprehension andbeginning composition. Outstanding studentsbecome eligible for membership in SociedadHonoraria Hispanica during second semester.

SPANISH III

Grade Level: 10, 11, 12Credit: 1 UnitPrerequisite: Spanish II with a recommended2.0 or above

The third year Spanish course introduces thestudent to noteworthy Hispanic people, places,art, and literature. Emphasis is placed on oralcomprehension and proficiency in speaking the


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language, developing fluency and creativitywith the written language, and completing thestudy of basic structures and usage of language.

SPANISH IV

Grade Level: 11, 12Credit: 1 UnitPrerequisite: Spanish III

Spanish IV is intended for students who wish tofurther develop their proficiency in all fourskills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing.Students who enroll should already have abasic knowledge of the language and culture ofSpanish-speaking peoples and should haveattained a reasonable proficiency in all four

language skills.(Offering decided on a yearly basis)

JOURNALISM

JOURNALISM: Newspaper


Credit: 1 UnitPrerequisite: Enrollment by application andteacher approval.

This two-semester course is designed tointroduce students to staff organization,leadership, ethical/legal guidelines ofpublications, photojournalism, publicationlayout, and graphics/design. Students will usethe skills they learn in class to produce TheArrow, which is published in theBlythevilleCourier News. The Arrow is typically

published on a weekly basis throughout theschool year.

JOURNALISM: Yearbook

Grade Level: 10, 11, 12Credit: 1 UnitPrerequisite: Enrollment by application andteacher approval.

This two-semester course is designed tointroduce students to staff organization,leadership, ethical/legal guidelines ofpublications, photojournalism, publicationslayout, graphics/design, and publicationmarketing/sales. Students will use the skillsthey learn in class to produce The ChickasawYearbook. The yearbook is producedthroughout the school year and is distributed atthe beginning of the following school year.

LANGUAGE ARTS

ENGLISH 9

Grade Level: 9Credit: 1 UnitPrerequisite: Successful completion of eighthgrade English.

This course is designed to instruct students whoare in their freshman year and havesuccessfully completed eighth grade English.Students will be exposed to a variety of writingfrom World Literature and will be instructed ina variety of ways to communicate, includinglistening, speaking, oral presentations, andwriting a variety of discourse.

ENGLISH 9 PRE-AP

Grade Level: 9Credit: 1 UnitPrerequisite: Recommended NWEA score of225 on Reading and 224 on Language. ModuleTest results of 80% or better; work ethics;grade of B or better in current Literacy Class;Recommended score of Proficient onBenchmark; teacher recommendation.


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The 9th grade Pre-AP English course is thethreshold to the Advanced Placement EnglishProgram. The focus of this class will be ondeveloping the reasoning and analytical skillsnecessary to succeed in the AP English course.Through exploration of works from different

genres, cultures, and time periods, studentslearn universal truths and begin to recognizeconnections between literature and life.Students will learn higher level skills for closereading and composition than they havepreviously been exposed to. Students will beexposed to a variety of writing from WorldLiterature, and will be instructed in a variety ofways to communicate, including listening,speaking, oral presentations, and writing avariety of discourse.

NP ENGLISH 9

Grade Level: 9

Any student, who has not been able to scoreproficient on the Eighth grade evaluativeLiteracy testing, will be placed in this class.While teaching the regular Ninth gradeLiteracy Curriculum, the instructors willconsult data from the previous year to

determine what remediation is applicable toeach students growth.The remediation will take place no less thantwo days per week by the instructor. This classis also greatly enhanced by our ReadingInterventionist, who has various readingprograms to bring the students up towardsgrade level reading skills and vocabulary skills.

ENGLISH 10

Grade Level: 10Credit: 1 UnitPrerequisite: Successful completion of ninthgrade English.

Sophomore English is a course dedicated toteaching literacy components. In this course,students will develop thinking, organizing, andspeaking skills. The literature study will

include the study of types, elements, themes,and structure of selected world literature.Critical and creative composition will also bestudied, as well as, basic grammar and studyskills. There will be extensive vocabulary andan extended research project.

ENGLISH 10 PRE-AP

Grade Level: 10Credit: 1 UnitPrerequisite: Recommended NWEA score of225 on Reading and 224 on Language. ModuleTest results of 80% or better; work ethics;grade of B or better in current Literacy Class;Recommended score of Proficient onBenchmark; teacher recommendation.

The focus of this class will be on developingthe reasoning and analytical skills necessary tosucceed in the AP English course. Throughexploration of works from different genres,cultures, and time periods, students learnuniversal truths and begin to recognizeconnections between literature and life.Students will learn higher level skills for closereading and composition than they havepreviously been exposed to. Students will be

exposed to a variety of writing from WorldLiterature and will be instructed in a variety ofways to communicate, including listening,speaking, oral presentations, and writing avariety of discourse.

ENGLISH 11

Grade Level: 11Credit: 1 UnitPrerequisite: Successful completion of tenth

grade English.

Junior English is a course dedicated to teachingliteracy components. In this course, studentswill develop thinking, organizing, and speakingskills. The literature study will include thestudy of types, elements, themes, and structureof selected literature. Critical and creativecomposition will also be studied, as well as,


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basic grammar and study skills. There will beextensive vocabulary and an extended researchproject.

ENGLISH 11 PRE-AP

Grade Level: 11Credit: 1 UnitPrerequisite: Recommended NWEA score of227 on Reading and 225 on Language. ModuleTest results of 80% or better; work ethics;grade of B or better in current Literacy Class;Recommended score of Proficient onBenchmark; teacher recommendation

The focus of this class will be on developingthe reasoning and analytical skills necessary to

succeed in the AP English course. Throughexploration of works from different genres,cultures, and time periods, students learnuniversal truths and begin to recognizeconnections between literature and life.Students will learn higher level skills for closereading and composition than they havepreviously been exposed to. Students will beexposed to a variety of writing from selectedliterature, and will be instructed in a variety ofways to communicate, including listening,speaking, oral presentations, and writing avariety of discourse.

ENGLISH 12

Grade Level: 12Credit: 1 UnitPrerequisite: Successful completion of eleventhgrade English.

Senior English is a course dedicated to teaching

literacy components. In this course, studentswill develop thinking, organizing, and speakingskills. The literature study will include thestudy of types, elements, themes, and structureof selected literature. Critical and creativecomposition will also be studied, as well as,basic grammar and study skills. There will beextensive vocabulary and an extended researchproject.

ENGLISH 12 ADVANCED PLACEMENT

Grade Level: 12Credit: 1 UnitPrerequisites: Recommended NWEA score of227 on Reading and 225 on Language; work

ethics; Module Test results of 80% or better;grade of B or better in current Literacy Class;recommended score of 82 and 75 onECompass; teacher recommendation.

The AP Literature and Composition course isdesigned to encompass the learning reading andwriting strategies that are paramount to successat the college level. Students are expected toread, write about, analyze, synthesize andevaluate the most recognized pieces of classical

literature as well as modern to be classics.Formal Learning Strategies as presented by themost recent educational research, including theNext Step Learning strategies are taught in thiscourse.

ORAL COMMUNICATIONS

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12Credit: UnitPrerequisite: None. However, successful

completion of this course is a graduationrequirement.

Oral Communications is an introductorysemester course that teaches the basics ofpublic speaking. The students are introduced tothe proper preparations for the performance ofvarious speeches, as well as group discussions.While enhancing the students listeningpractices, it teaches self expression, a completeunderstanding of the types of communications,

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ALGEBRAIC CONNECTIONS (AIP)

Grade Level: 11, 12Credit: 1 UnitPrerequisite: Algebra I and Geometry*Successful completion Algebraic Connections willresult in 1 mathematics credit when seeking a Core

diploma.***Successful completion of Algebraic Connectionswill count 1 elective credit when seeking a SmartCore diploma.

Algebraic Connections is designed for studentswith an Academic Improvement Plan fromGeometry. This course can be taken alone(Core credit only) or can be paired withAlgebra II for a layer of support. AlgebraicConnections will build on a foundation ofpreviously taught Algebra and Geometry

concepts, enlarge upon the development ofeach concept, and introduce new concepts.Students will be expected to evaluate data,interpret data, analyze linear functions, writeand solve equations and inequalities and theirsystems, and use algebraic, graphical, andnumerical methods for analysis.

ALGEBRA II

Grade Level: 10, 11, 12Credit: 1 UnitPrerequisite: Algebra I & Geometry

Algebra II will build on the basic conceptspresented in Algebra I to encourage higherorder thinking. Algebra II students willrepresent and analyze mathematical situations.The students will analyze and apply a variety ofmethods to model and graph linear andnonlinear equations and inequalities. Studentswill also use algebraic, graphical, and

numerical methods for analysis of quadraticequations and functions and polynomials andrational functions. Exponential functions,logarithmic functions, data analysis, andprobability will be explored in Algebra II.

ALGEBRA II PRE-AP

Grade Level: 10, 11, 12Credit: 1 UnitPrerequisite: Algebra I, Geometry, Proficient orAdvanced on Geometry EOC, Teacher

RecommendationPre-AP Algebra II is designed to devel

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