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STAR VALLEY HIGH

SCHOOL

Enrollment Guide

2008-2009

"Knowledge is the eye of desire and can become the pilot of the soul."

-Will Durant-


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GRADUATION REQUIREMENTSThe graduation requirements in Lincoln County School District No. 2 are designed withthe purpose of assuring that every high school graduate obtains a basic educationalexperience. Every student is encouraged to take advantage of the high school

curricular opportunities for acquisition of life skills and knowledge. All students mustearn credit from a district high school or a recognized accredited institution. (Review instudent handbook Wyoming Proficiency Requirements)

Language Arts -------------------------------------------------------- 4.0 credits1 credit English I1 credit English II1 credit English III1 credit English IV

Social Studies--------------------------------------------------------- 3.0 credits1 credit World History1 credit American History.5 U.S. Government.5 Social Studies Elective

Math ---------------------------------------------------------------------- 3.0 credits1 credit Algebra I2 Credits Elective Math.5 credit math Senior year

Science ------------------------------------------------------------------ 3.0 credits1 credit Physical Science1 credit Biology Science1 credit Science Elective

Physical Ed---------------------------------------------------------------- .5 credits.5 credit P.E. I.5 credit Health.5 credit P.E. II Dr. Ed.

Business ------------------------------------------------------.5 credits.5 Computer Applications or.5 Beginning Computer Applications

Total Credits Required for Graduation: 27 Credits


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CONCURRENT ENROLLMENTGETTING A JUMP START ON YOUR FUTURE

Some Star Valley High School courses are advanced enough that they meet collegestandards of skills and knowledge. Star Valley High School is working with Western

Wyoming Community College, Utah State University, and with University of Wyoming,to allow students specific courses to receive both high school credit and college credit.

Students with outstanding academic ability are encouraged to get a head start on theircollege program by enrolling in high school concurrent classes.REQUIREMENTS FOR WESTERN WYOMING COMMUNITY COLLEGE CLASSES:

Must be a junior or a seniorMust register officially through the college

For Western Wyoming Community College classes offered concurrently during the day,there is no cost to the student.

Below is a list of the classes and the amount of college credit receivedBiology II * 3 creditsEnglish 1010 * 3 creditsEnglish 1020 * 3 creditsPhysical Geology * 4 creditsOffice Pro 3 creditsSpanish III 4 creditsSpanish IV 4 creditsHonors French 4/4 creditsComputer Information System 3 creditsDesktop Publishing 1 creditInternet Web Design 2 creditDrafting II/III/IV 3 credits eachCNA/CPR * 5 creditsCalculus I * 4 creditsCalculus II * 4 creditsAmerican Sign Language * 4 creditsMachine tool Processing 4 / 4 creditsAg Welding III 3 / 3 credits

* Must have a 3.25 grade point averageFor more information, contact the Western Wyoming Community College OutreachCoordinator, (307) 885-3834, or the high school counselors.

Note: Colleges have varying policies on the acceptance of college credit that is earnedwhile the student is still in high school. Students are responsible for confirmingtransferability with the institution they are planning to attend.


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COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

ART

ART I Grade Level: 9, 10, 11,12 Prerequisite: none (Purchase of supplies

required plus a $10.00 Art Fee)A basic art education class, either semester or year long.

An introduction to drawing where drawing from life as well as creative and abstractdrawings are studied in depth.Elements and principles of art are studied through drawings done in a variety of mediaincluding pencil, ink, and scratchboard. Elements and principles of art are studiedthrough famous artists from Art History.

ART II Grade Level: 10, 11, 12 Prerequisite: Art IArt II-Color ($20.00 Art fee, semester course)An introduction to color theory and color use through painting in pastels, color pencil,

logo design, and watercolor.Painting techniques and advanced composition practices.Art History using artists from history to learn color and color theory.

Art II-Ceramics (Purchase of supplies required) semester course.Student does not have to take Art I or Art II Color before this classBasic hand building and wheel thrown pottery techniques.Projects increase in difficulty each quarter.Basic firing and glazing techniques, including the history of ceramics.

ART III & IV Grade Level: 11,12 Prerequisite: Art II (Purchase of supplies

required, plus a $10 Art Fee per semester. Must have a B or higher to get into andstay in Advanced Art. )An advanced art course, intended for art careers and/or special interest in art. Bothsections are together. Lessons rotate in 2-year blocks. Equivalent to an AdvancedPlacement studio art class.The student chooses the medium or mediums desired and works under the directsupervision of the teacher to work on advanced pieces to build college portfolios.

ART IVCOMPUTER ANIMATION Grade Level: 11,12 Prerequisite: MUST HAVEA B OR HIGHER IN ART IA basic computer art/animation with introduction to computer animation programs and

color theory.

ART IVCOMPUTER ANIMATION II Grade Level: 12 Prerequisite: MUST HAVEHAD COMPUTER ANIMATION IA continuation of computer art/animation I with computer animation programs and colortheory.


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PHOTOGRAPHY I Grade Level: 11, 12An introduction to digital still photography with emphasis on composition, quality, andthemes. The class also works with computer programs such as Photoshop, iPhoto,iMovie, iTunes, and iDVD.

PHOTOGRAPHY II Grade Level: 12 Prerequisite: Photography IContinued use of digital photography, including video photography, and advanced useof still photography with computer programs.

BUSINESS AND COMMERCE

BEGINNING COMPUTER APPLICATIONS Grade Level: 9, 10,11,12Offered for any student who has not completed a keyboarding class, watcheshands, and/or does not meet a minimum proficiency level. MUST HAVETEACHER APPROVAL.

This class will be devoted to learning how to keyboard using the touch method.Intensive practice using controlled drills will help develop maximum skill in minimumtime. Basic document formats will be learned including centered-line documents suchas announcements and menus, memos, letters in block format, simple tables, andreports.Students will also complete a unit utilizing continuous speech recognition software,allowing the user to write by voice input and have limited control of the Windowsenvironment and application functions by voice input.

COMPUTER APPLICATIONS REQUIRED Grade Level: 9, 10,11,12 Prerequisite:8th grade keyboarding or similar beginning keyboarding course.

This intermediate level course will provide the student with exposure to applications thatcan be accomplished using the power features of Microsoft Word and Dragon NaturallySpeaking.Emphasis will be on formatting concepts and improving speed, accuracy, editing skills,and increasing document production speed. This will include memos, letters, outlines,reports, agendas, personal data sheets, and basic desktop publishing skills.Students will use the Internet as a research tool to accomplish realistic tasks such aspost high school and career research. Students will also complete a unit utilizingcontinuous speech recognition software, allowing the user to write by voice input andhave limited control of the Windows environment and application functions by voiceinput.

DESKTOP PUBLISHING Grade Level: 11, 12 Prerequisite: ComputerApplications1 Western Wyoming Community College credits for Juniors and SeniorsThis course provides skill development in the electronic procedures of producingprofessional publications. Using Publisher 2002 and other software, students will learnto create, format, illustrate, design, edit/revise, and print publications. Examples of


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these publications include newsletters, flyers, brochures, reports, advertising materials,and calendars. Students will also learn properproofreading techniques, document compositor and communication skills whenpromoting to the public.

COMPUTERS INFORMATION SYSTEM Grade Level: 11,12 Prerequisite: 1semester or more of Keyboarding//Computer ApplicationThis class offers three (3) Western Wyoming Community College credits.Students will learn:Desktop publishing: using graphics, clip art and column layout design using Office XPword processing.Spreadsheets: using Microsoft Excel, including pie & bar charts, college expenseplanning, financial figuring for personal & business settings.PowerPoint: slide presentations using the computer and LCD projector to give apresentation to a group. Use the Internet to copy/paste information and pictures into aPowerPoint presentation.

Word Processing: ways to format research reports for high school and collegecourses. Data Bases used to create mailing labels for letters.

OFFICE PROCEDURES Grade Level: 11,12 Prerequisite: Computer Applications(Adv. Comp. Applications recommended but not required)This class is offered for (3) Western Wyoming credits in WordPerfect and inOffice Practice.At the end of this class, students will be ready for entry-level jobs.This course is designed for persons who might expect to be employed in an officeenvironment. Units covered include standard business correspondence formats andprocedures such as filing, word processing, ten-key calculators, speech recognition,spelling/punctuation/grammar rules and Dictaphones. This course consists of a lot ofhands-on work at the individual students own pace.

RECORDKEEPING I Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12 Prerequisite: noneThis introduction to business class is for Freshmen through Seniors with noprerequisite. This course will cover the basics of managing money and financeaccounts. Starts with learning to use a 10-key calculator, then move on to personal,family, and business budgets. The class then explores credit and the use of creditcards in todays economy along with cash receipts and the retail market. The semesterends with a basic unit on checkbooks and keeping a checking account. A briefintroduction to Microsoft Excel is included in this semester class.

ACCOUNTING I Grade Level: 10, 11, 12 Prerequisite: none(PLEASE NOTE: THIS IS A YEAR LONG CLASS)To learn basic double entry accounting principles for personal use. (Accounting II isoffered for those wishing to pursue an accounting career.)To learn the use of basic business forms, journals and ledgers.To learn banking procedures i.e.: check writing, deposits, and statement reconciliation.To learn accounting procedures for a sole proprietor, partnership, and corporation.


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To learn accounting using a computer software.

ACCOUNTING II Grade Level: 11, 12 Prerequisite: Accounting IThis class will focus mainly on learning to do accounting concepts using one of the most

popular accounting softwares used by small business. After a short review ofaccounting concepts, the class will focus on automated accounting learning journals,balance sheets, income statements, accounts payable, accounts receivable, & payroll.All using the Quickbooks Software by Intuit Inc.

ENTREPRENEURSHIP/STUDENT STORE Grade level: 11,12Using the SVHS student store as a model, students will learn how to organize abusiness to make a profit. Students will gain skills in marketing, salesmanship,business accounting using Quicken '98 software, sales tax, business communications--both written and oral, computer applications, inventory control and end of the termfinancial statements.

All students are required to work one day a week during lunch hour at the studentstore.

BUSINESS MANAGEMENT Grade level: 11,12 Teacher ApprovalTwo students each semester will be allowed to be managers of the student store. Thisrequires a student to free up either Gold 2 or Red 2. The two student managersalternate every other day running the school store. During the block 85 minutes,students prepare the money, and organize the school store for opening. Since theywork through the lunch hour, the manager also takes his lunch break during the G2 orR2 block.See the business teacher if you wish to be a student manager

INTERNET/WEB DESIGN Grade Level: 11,12 Prerequisite: ComputerApplications2 credits from Western Wyoming Community CollegeThis class is an introduction to using the Internet and Web Page Design. It will coverInternet terminology and concepts related to the World Wide Web, search engines, etc.,that will aid students in research techniques. Students will also learn to properlyevaluate web sites by learning basic terminology and using graphic organizers and areference guide. They will then create their own web site with specified criteriaincluding hyperlinks, graphics, etc. Students will also keep up to date on currenttechnology news relating to viruses, hardware/software, Internet tools, etc.

MILLIONARE CLUB 1st Semester Grade Level: 11, 12How will you manage your money after high school? So many decisions!! Whetheryoure working full time or going to college, you will find this course beneficial. Classwork will be computer-based with extensive work using the Internet. The focus will be


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on banking and credit, investment options (stocks, real estate, and mutual funds), andpersonal law (landlord/tenant contracts). Other topics addressed include purchasing acar, employee benefits, credit cards, and tax forms.

MARKETING 2nd Semester Grade Level: 9, 10

(This will replace the finance class)Students will work in the computer lab where they will handle a virtual reality footballfranchise and/or operate a convenience store. Classroom instruction will be reinforcedthrough the use of guest lectures, case studies,Field trip experiences, and competitive events such as the Wyoming Stock MarketGame. Students will develop fundamental business skills, including; basic economics,career opportunities, communication, human relations, cashier procedures, selling andmarketing research.

WORK EXPERIENCE "SCHOOL TO WORK" Grade Level: 12 (1st or 4th hour)Semester or Year Class Prerequisite: Senior standing and must have his/herown transportation. Must have completed and passed some classes that willsupport the area of training in which the student would desire to pursue. Thestudent must submit an application obtained from the counseling office and be approvedby the School to Work Coordinator. Student will work on the job to learn a skill or workwith a trainer to obtain a better skill level and learn to work in a public setting. Studentwill look into careers by experiencing them first hand.Students: This class is for all seniors who want a career before, during, after, orinstead of college.

FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCE

The mission of Family and Consumer Science Education is to prepare studentsfor Family Life, Work Life, and Careers.

SEWING IN THE FAST LANE/CLOTHING I Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12Prerequisite: Interest in sewing, clothing construction and commercialemployment.To learn more about the serger and projects using the serger.To use creativity in planning and sewing projects.Students will plan and construct individual projects.Students are responsible for their own materials and supplies.

SEWING IN THE FAST LANE/CLOTHING I I Grade Level: 10, 11, 12Prerequisite: Sewing in the Fast Lane I or with Teacher PermissionThis class is designed for students interested in continuing with the skills learned inSewing I. There will be an emphasis on quilting. The student will design, construct, anddisplay a quilt using individual choice of colors, patterns, and methods. The student willuse creativity in planning and completing their projects. The student may also chooseto construct individual projects of their own choice. Students are responsible for theirown materials and supplies.


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FOODS Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12Foods class includes basic instruction in the following units as they relate to choices fora wellness lifestyle:* Getting organized and started in the kitchen

*Measurements, equivalents, kitchen math, and budgeting*Use of technology and equipment*Cookies, cakes, candy, and pastry*Grains, yeast, and quick breads*Preparing simple meals featuring cuisines from America and around the worldStudents will work independently and in groups, with a variety of hands on experiences.$10.00 lab fee required.

CHILD DEVELOPMENT Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12Prerequisite: Interest in children, families, and child development careers.Understanding families in society

Building healthy family relationshipsNurturing human development to age onePreparing for adult and family lifeCare and be responsible for a baby-Think it over

ADVANCED CHILD DEVELOPMENT Grade Level: 10, 11, 12Prerequisite: Child DevelopmentThis class is designed for students interested in a career working with children.Students who have completed all three classes offered in the Child Developmentsection may be able to have a beginning Child Development Class waved if they areattending Laramie County Community College in Cheyenne, Wyoming. This class willprepare the student for college classes dealing with early child development. The classwill also help prepare the student for careers such as Day Care Providers or Child Care.Also will help with the understanding of nurturing human development to age two totwelve.

EXPERIENCES WITH CHILDREN Grade Level: 11, 12This class is designed for students interested in children or any career involvingchildren.First term students will learn:Understanding young children and their behaviorBuilding self esteem in the early yearsCommunication skills and cooperation with childrenEffective disciplineNurturing emotional, social, and intellectual development to age fiveSecond term students will work with a cooperating teacher at a job site gainingskills in planning, organizing and working with children.

CULINARY ARTS I & II Grade Level: 10,11,12 Prerequisite: TEACHERPERMISSION


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This class is designed for students interested in any aspect of a career in the FoodService Industry. Training time is two semesters (Culinary Arts I & II), and an internshipto be completed during the summer (working and earning). 2.0 gpa is required.Students will follow a curriculum developed by the National Restaurant Association(PRO START).

Culinary Arts I- will be taught first semester every dayCulinary Arts II- will be taught second semester every dayStudents may take Culinary Arts I & II each semester for a year, or Culinary Art I duringtheir junior year and Culinary Art II during their senior year. Competencies to becompleted for certificates are: Hospitality rooms will be required-common assessments.

1. 2.0 or higher gpa2. 3 or higher on work placement assessment3. 400 hours to qualify to take exams

$10.00 Lab Fee require

CULINARY ARTS III Grade Level: 11,12 Prerequisite: Completion of Culinary I &

II with a 2.5 gpa. Seniors: TEACHER PERMISSION Class limit 5Students will continue to develop skills for the restaurant and hospitality industry andlodging fields. Students will have the opportunity for a paid work experience, mentoringwith chefs for the semester. Students will refine their culinary skills in the areas ofcommercial baking including but not limited to yeast breads, cakes, pastries, and pies.Students will develop menus and marketing and sales procedures for running their ownrestaurant. Students will work independently and in small groups incorporating grades11 & 12 according to the Wyoming State Standards for the 11th grade. Competencies tobe completed for certificates are: Hospitality rooms will be required-commonassessments.

1. 2.0 or higher gpa2. 3 or higher on work placement assessment3. 400 hours to qualify to take exams

FOREIGN LANGUAGE

SPANISH I Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12 Prerequisite: none Year long classIntroduction to the Spanish Language and culture with a focus on developingcommunication skills about high-interest, high-utility situations.

SPANISH II Grade Level: 10, 11, 12 Prerequisite: Spanish I Year long classA continuation of Spanish, vocabulary, and expanding ability and exposure to Spanish.

SPANISH III Grade Level: 11, 12 Prerequisite: Spanish I, II Semester classContinue skill development in Spanish. College credit course through WWCC, whichcurrently uses Mosaicos including preterite, imperfect, future tenses.

SPANISH IV Grade Level: 11, 12 Prerequisite: Spanish I. II, III Semester classContinue skill development in Spanish. College credit course through WWCC, whichcurrently uses Mosaicos including preterite, imperfect, future tenses.


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**NOTE**Juniors who have passed Spanish I and Spanish II both semesters with a GPA of3.25 or better, are eligible for 4 college credits through Western WyomingCommunity College. The grade earned in the second semester of Spanish II, will

be the grade for college. After taking Spanish III for two semesters, students withGPA of 3.25 are eligible for an additional 4 college credits.

FRENCH I Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12 Prerequisite: noneThis beginning French course is an excellent way to help students learn the basic skillsneeded to acquire a foreign language. Reading, writing, listening, and speaking skillswill be developed during this course, with an emphasis on daily (survival) vocabularyand cultural ideas. This class will help students qualify for the Hathaway scholarship.

HONORS FRENCH I & II College Level (French 1010, French 1020) Grade Level11,12 Prerequisite: 3.2 gpa

This is a college class with the chance to earn up to 8 college credits, free of charge, 4per semester, transferable to colleges and universities. Students will also receive highschool language arts (foreign language) credit. This course will introduce the studentsto the fundamental of French grammar, vocabulary, conversation, reading, composition,and culture. The focus of the class will be acquiring a second language, rather thanlearning it. Honors French I is first semester. Honors French II is second semester.This class will help students qualify for the Hathaway Scholarship.

AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE Grade Level: 11,12 Prerequisite: 3.25 GPA(Concurrent Enrollment) COMM 1230American sign Language (ASL) is a true language that is used with in the deafcommunity. This course will introduce students to basic expressive and receptive skillsin American Sign Language (ASL), including conversation strategies, body language,facial expressions, and finger spelling. Students who complete this course should beable to produce 1500 words with signs learned in class, along with having anawareness of deaf culture.

AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE II Grade Level: 11,12 Prerequisite: 3.25 GPA(Concurrent Enrollment) COMM 1240This course will enable students to continue to develop expressive and receptive skills,along with conversation skills in ASL. Students will build their vocabulary, linguisticfeatures, and continue to study deaf culture. Students who complete this cours3 shouldbe able to produce 3000 words with signs along with continuing their awareness of deafculture.


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LANGUAGE ARTSGoal of Instruction: In the Language Arts Department, all students will be able to read,view, write, speak, and listen for a variety of purposes. Students will also practicemechanical and rhetorical skills to accommodate composition needs and national,district, and state testing.

Sequence of Instruction: All students must take four consecutive units of English.

ENGLISH I (required) Grade Level: 9 Prerequisite: NoneFirst Semester: (IA)Goals:To read and demonstrate comprehension in a variety of waysTo review and apply grammar and mechanicsTo implement the writing process using the Six Traits of WritingTo acquire library and research skillsTo use effective oral skills in discussing literatureTo write an essay comparing and contrasting heroes.

To trace the development of themes, characters, or literary elements /devicesin literatureTo connect literature with current issuesSecond Semester; (IB)GoalsTo read and demonstrate comprehension in a variety of waysTo review and apply punctuation and usageTo use the Six Traits of Writing in literature-based compositionsTo develop communication skills through oral presentationsTo compose a short storyTo evaluate the authors purpose, techniques, and effectiveness

To use inferences to discover meaning

ACCELERATED ENGLISH I Grade Level: 9 Prerequisite: Cumulative GPA of 3.2First Semester: (IA)To introduce intermediate grammar and usage skillsTo implement advanced thinking skills in the writing processTo acquire library and research skillsTo write compare/contrast, persuasive, and expository essays.To trace in depth the development of themes, characters or literary

elements/devices in literatureTo connect literature with current issues

To analyze the authors development of a l iterary theme or use ofa literary device in an appropriate essay formTo recognize the cultural influences that has changed fundamental values such asheroismSecond Semester: (IB)GoalsTo develop advanced punctuation and usage skillsTo develop literature-based expository and personal writing skills


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To evaluate the authors purpose, techniques and effectivenessTo use inferences to discover meaningTo write a well-crafted short story with conflict, character development,

setting and themeTo integrate concepts and ideas to enhance oral and written expression

ENGLISH I INTENSIVE GRADE LEVEL: 9 SPECIAL PLACEMENT ANDTEAMED WITH READING IFirst Semester:GoalsTo read and demonstrate comprehension in a variety of waysTo implement the writing process using the Six Traits of WritingTo review and apply grammar and mechanicsTo acquire library and research skillsTo use effective oral skills in discussing literatureTo trace the development of themes, characters, and story elements in literature

To make connections to literatureSecond SemesterGoalsTo read and demonstrate comprehension in a variety of waysTo use the Six Traits of Writing in literature-based compositionsTo review and apply punctuations and usageTo develop communication skills through listening and speaking activitiesTo use inferences to discover meaningTo analyze plot, character, and story elements

ENGLISH II (Required) Grade Level: 10 Prerequisite: NoneFirst Semester IIAGoals:To review, refine, and implement basic writing conventionsTo recognize and respond to literary elements, human values, and cultural significanceof drama and the novelTo develop communication skills through an oral interpretation of a dramatic pieceTo develop communication skills through a literature-based oral presentationTo make and support a claim using research, organization, and logicTo speak and listen through a variety of activitiesSecond Semester IIBGoals:To develop and implement writing skills using effective sentence fluencyTo read and responding to literature on the literal, figurative, and personal levelTo implement the Six Traits of Writing in a personal narrativeTo implement imagery and figurative language in poetry and proseTo speak and listen through a variety of activities


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ACCELERATED ENGLISH II Grade Level: 10 Prerequisite: Cumulative GPA of3.25First Semester IIATo discover, trust, and express voice and independent thoughtTo implement advanced thinking skills in writing

To introduce advanced usage and writing skillsTo recognize, analyze, and respond to literary elements, human values, and culturalsignificance of drama and the novel

To develop advanced communication skills through an oral interpretation of a dramaticpieceTo develop advanced communication skills through a literature-based oral presentationTo make and support a claim using advanced research, organization, logic, and rebuttalTo speak and listen through a variety of activitiesSecond Semester IIBGoals:To expand elements of the Six Traits of Writing in descriptive, informative, and

persuasive writingTo develop and implement advanced grammar skills using effective phrases andcompound, complex, and compound/complex sentences

To read and responding to literature on the personal, figurative, and analytical levelTo recognize and implement voice, imagery, and figurative language in poetry andproseTo speak and listen through a variety of activities

ENGLISH II INTENSIVE GRADE LEVEL: 9 SPECIAL PLACEMENT AND TEAMEDWITH READING IFirst Semester:GoalsTo read and demonstrate comprehension in a variety of waysTo implement the writing process using the Six Traits of WritingTo review and apply grammar and mechanicsTo acquire library and research skillsTo use effective oral skills in discussing literatureTo trace the development of themes, characters, and story elements in literatureTo make connections to literatureSecond SemesterGoalsTo read and demonstrate comprehension in a variety of waysTo use the Six Traits of Writing in literature-based compositionsTo review and apply punctuations and usageTo develop communication skills through listening and speaking activitiesTo use inferences to discover meaningTo analyze plot, character, and story elements


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ENGLISH III (required) Grade Level: 11 Prerequisite: noneFirst Semester: (IIIA)Advanced Writing and American Literature before 1860To refine advanced writing skills through complex sentence structure, depth of content,word

and mechanical accuracyTo respond to the historical, social, and cultural significance of American literatureSecond Semester: (IIIB)Advanced Writing and American Literature after 1860To discover and respond to the historical, social, and cultural significance of AmericanLiteratureTo generate, structure, and support a proposal through essay and persuasionTo demonstrate proper writing techniques and expand verbal and written language skillsSpecial emphasis will be placed on advanced writing skills.

ACCELERATED ENGLISH III Grade Level: 11 Prerequisite: Cumulative GPA

3.25College PreparationFirst Semester IIIAAdvanced Grammar and Analysis of American Literature before 1860Goals:To review and refine advanced writing skills through complex sentence structure, wordand

mechanical accuracy, and usageTo expand verbal and written language skillsTo review and refine advanced grammar skillsTo apply higher-level thinking skills in the analysis of literatureTo discover and respond to the historical, social, and cultural significance of AmericanLiterature before 1860(This class will read approximately 600 pages from all genres of literature)Second Semester IIIB:Advanced Grammar, Writing, Literature, and ACT/WYCAS PreparationGoals:To refine advanced writing skills through depth of content, structure, and word andmechanical

accuracyTo discover and respond to the historical, social, and cultural significance of American

Literature after 1860To expand verbal and written language skillsTo review and refine advanced grammar skillsTo prepare students to take the ACT, PAWS, COMPAS Test(This class will read approximately 450 pages from all genres of literature)


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ENG. IV: HONORS ENGLISH IV Grade Level: 12 Prereqisite: Teacherrecommendation, ACT of 23 (English & Reading), or score of 75 on Compass Test(English & Reading), and a minimum gpa of 3.25.Concurrent enrollmentFirst Semester English 1010- 3 college credits

This is a college class. A student may receive 3 semester hours of college credit free ofcharge, from WWCC by completing the class with a C or better. The course title isEnglish 1010: English Composition I. This freshman (college) English course isdesigned to develop writing skills. The course has two objectives: (1) for students tounderstand the various stages of the writing process, such as pre-writing, revising, andproofreading, and (2) for students to write clear, well essays organized with attention togrammar/mechanics.Second Semester English 1020- 3 college creditsPrerequisite: Teacher recommendation, ACT of 23 or score of 75 on Compass Test,and completing English 1010 (first semester) with a C or betterGrade Level: 12

This is a college class. A student may receive 3 semester hours of college credit free ofcharge, from WWCC by completing the class with a C or better. The course title isEnglish 1020: English Composition II. This course is a continuation of English I, thiscourse emphasizes writing, research, and analytical reading.

ENGLISH IV Grade Level: 12English IV is available in two sections, I and II. Students may take either section for asemester only or enroll for a full year by taking both. English IV students will seek toexplore the major facets of several of the worlds most popular genres, from ScienceFiction to Western Lit to Romanticism.Through the study of literature and film, the class will become familiar with the elementsthat characterize these genres. The class will also look at the ways in which the typesof literature overlap and come together. Additionally, the class will serve as a forum forstudent writers to produce and share their own creative writing in the style of one of thegenres we study.

ENG. IV: ORAL COMMUNICATIONS Grade Level: 12 (elective credit for 10 & 11thgrade) Prerequisite: NoneThis English class goes beyond traditional reading and writing to address a newawareness of communication. You will acquire new skills communicating with others-one-on-one, in groups, and in public. Through speaking and listening, your ideas willgrow in sophistication as you learn to think and trust yourself.

READING LAB I Grade Level: 9, Prerequisite: Special placementteamed withIntensive EnglishThis class is designed for students who need intensive basic instruction in reading skills.The Read 180 program, which is prescriptive and individualized at each studentsinstructional level, is the core curriculum. This program includes instruction incomprehension, vocabulary development, spelling, and fluency.


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READING LAB II Grade Level: 10 Prerequisite: Special placementThis class is designed for students who need basic instruction in reading skills.Students will continue in The Read 180 program.

READING FOR LIFE I Grade Level: 9, Prerequisite: Special placementteamed

with Intensive EnglishThis class is designed for students who need instruction in reading skills. The Read180 program, which is prescriptive and individualized at each students instructionallevel, is the core curriculum. This program includes instruction in comprehension,vocabulary development, spelling, and fluency.

READING FOR LIFE II Grade Level: 10 Prerequisite: Special placementThis class is designed for students who are not reading at grade level. Readingcomprehension and writing skills will be taught with grade appropriate literature.

YEARBOOK Grade Level: 10, 11, 12 Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation

In this class, students will participate in the creation of a school yearbook utilizing writingskill, word processing, desktop publishing software, design elements, and digitalphotography.

NEWSPAPER Grade Level: 10, 11, 12 Prerequisite: Teacher recommendationIn this class, students will participate in the creation of a student newspaper utilizingwriting skill, word processing, desktop publishing software, design elements, and digitalphotography.

MOVIES AND MEDIA Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12Learning and using skills in the areas of reading, writing, listening, and language artsintegration, the students gain an overview of mass media, including books, magazines,newspapers, radio, television, films, the Internet, and the recording industry. We willstudy the historical development of these media and their effects on American culture.

LANGUAGE ARTS ELECTIVE (SPEECH) Grade Level: 9, 10, 11,12This two-semester course is designed as a co-curricular course with the SVHS SpeechTeam. It is open to students grade 9-12. While not required, competition is stronglyencouraged. During the course, each student will:Become familiar with the various modes of competitive speech, including Forensicsevents (researching, writing, and delivery of the following impromptu, extemporaneous,original oratory, student congress, formal debate), Poetry interpretation, individual andduet interpretation of dramatic and humorous literature.Listen to, discuss and analyze the presentations of others.Demonstrate skills learned through presentation and competition.Come to understand the fundamentals of rhetoric to inevitably broaden and deepen thestudents general education and prepare the student to participate in a democraticsociety.


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MATHEMATICS

Freshmen will be recommended for Algebra placement according to their Pawstests and by recommendation of teachers at the Junior High School.

PRE-ALGEBRA Grade Level: 9, 10This a two-semester course studying number of operations, order of operations, ratiosand proportions, decimals, percents, fractions, basic geometry, solving one-stepequations, graphing points and using these concepts for basic applications.

INTENSIVE ALGEBRA I Grade Level: 9, 10,11,12This is a one-semester course studying simplifying of expressions, order of operations,real number properties, solving equations, graphing and solving systems of equationsand inequalities, applying rules for exponents, factoring polynomials and simplifyingsquare roots.

INTENSIVE ALGEBRA II Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12 Prerequisite: Algebra IThis is a one-semester course studying equations and inequalities, linear equations andfunctions, linear systems and matrices, quadratic functions and factoring, polynomials,rational exponents and radical functions and basic statistics. TI-84 Plus Silver graphingcalculator is required.

INTENSIVE GEOMETRY Grade Level: 10, 11, 12This is a one-semester course studying points, lines, planes, angles, polygons,deductive and inductive reasoning, congruent and similar triangles, angle and siderelationships within triangles, right triangle relationships, quadrilateral, properties ofcircles, finding perimeter and area of plane figures and finding surface area and volume

of three-dimensional shapes. Graphing calculator is optional.

INTENSIVE COLLEGE ALGEBRA Grade Level: 10, 11, 12 Prerequisite: AlgebraII, GeometryThis course studies the graphs and equations of exponential and logarithmic functions,rational functions, quadratic relations and conic sections, series, sequences, countingmethods, probability, data analysis and statistics. TI-84 Plus Silver graphing calculatoris required.

INTENSIVE TRIGONOMETRY Grade Level: 10,11, 12 Prerequisite: Algebra II,Geometry

This course studies trigonometric relationships within triangles, Cartesian coordinates,the unit circle, graphs of trigonometric functions, vector analysis, trigonometric identiesand solving triangles using the laws of sines and cosines. TI-84 Plus Silver graphingcalculator is required.


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GEOMETRY Grade Level: 10,11,12 Prerequisite: Algebra II, GeometryThis is a one-semester course studying points, lines, planes, angles, polygons,deductive and inductive reasoning, congruent and similar triangles, angle and siderelationships within triangles, right triangle relationships, quadrilateral, properties ofcircles, finding perimeter and area of plane figures and finding surface area and volume

of three-dimensional shapes. Graphing calculator is optional.

COLLEGE ALGEBRA Grade Level: 10, 11, 12 Prerequisite: Algebra II, GeometryThis course studies the graphs and equations of exponential and logarithmic functions,rational functions, quadratic relations and conic sections, series, sequences, countingmethods, probability, data analysis and statistics. TI-84 Plus Silver graphing calculatoris required.

ADVANCED MATH TOPICS Grade Level: 11, 12 Prerequisite: Algebra IIGraphing calculator requiredThis course will help the student review many topics presented in earlier mathematics

classes by covering them more in depth. It will also introduce new topics not found inprevious math classes and will help finish preparing a student for college mathematicaland high school calculus. A graphing calculator is required and its use will be taughtand emphasized.

STATISTICS Grade Level: 12 Prerequisite: Algebra IIHave you ever wondered why your insurance rates for a car are higher than yourparents rates? It's because you are a statistic! Statistics provides a way to organizeinformation that you can use to make decisions. Statistics is used in business, science,and industry. Students will collect, organize, and describe information using a variety oftechniques.(This course is for students whose highest math class passed is Algebra II)

COMPUTER SCIENCE III (not a math credit) Grade Level: 10, 11, 12 Prerequisite:Permission of instructorStudent must have his/her own transportation or be willing to ride with anotherstudent to other schools.Note: This class may be take for credit more than one year with instructorpermissionThe student will:Maintain the HS Internet/Mail servers, manage the servers, and resolvehardware/software and account concerns of teachers and students.Troubleshoot and maintain computers in teachers rooms.Each student will become an "expert" with different programs used by students/facultywithin the school.Students will serve as resources to teachers on uses of computers.Students will complete one or more major projects in an area that interests them. Ideaswould be study of further programming languages, development of instructionalsoftware for teachers/administration, or other project as agreed with the instructor.


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CALCULUS I Grade Level: 11,12 Prerequisite: College Algebra andTrigonometryConcurrent enrollment, 4 credits from the University of Wyoming if Math ACT of27 or COMPASS test score of 5.Graphing calculator required

Topics covered:Functions and modelsLimits and derivativesRules of differentiationApplications of differentiation and integration

CALCULUS II Grade Level: 11,12 Prerequisite: Calculus I Correspondenceenrollment at the Black Hills University Graphing calculator requiredTopics covered:Application of definite integralsTechniques of integration, and Series/sequence

ACT PREP/REVIEW (semester, Does not count towards a Math credit) GradeLevel: 11, 12 Prerequisite: Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry with a C grade orbetterACT Prep/Review will investigate and solve a variety of mathematical problems similarto those found on the ACT exam. The majority of problems will be from released itemson the ACT. Offered for juniors and seniors planning on taking the ACT test. TheDecember ACT will be the final for this class.


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MUSICThe grade levels listed are general guidelines. There may be a few exceptions

TREBLE TONES (SELECT GIRLS CHOIR) Grade Level: 9,10, 11, 12 Prerequisite:Audition required.

Students will learn techniques and skills to create and perform while collaborating withothers in a small choral setting. They will connect music with history, cultures, andsociety. This is a performance - based course. Advanced Womens Ensemble willhave 15-20 performances a year, will participate in a group tour, District Clinic, All-State,Select Festival, and District Festival. Out of school rehearsal time is required. Womenselected for this group may not enroll in Singcopation.

MIXED CHOIR Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12 Prerequisite: NoneStudents will learn techniques and skills to create and perform while collaborating withothers in a choral setting. They will connect music with history, cultures, and society.This is a performance - based course. Some out of school time will be required. Mixed

Choir will participate in District Festival.

CONCERT CHORALE Grade Level: 10, 11, 12 Prerequisite: Audition required.Students will learn techniques and skills to create and perform while collaborating withothers in a choral setting. They will connect music with history, cultures, and society.This is a performance-based course. Concert Chorale will have 5-8 performances ayear, will participate in a two-day group tour, District Clinic, All State, and DistrictFestival. Out of school rehearsal time is required.

SINGCOPATION (SELECT JAZZ CHOIR) Grade level: 10,11,12 Prerequisite:Audition required.

Students will learn techniques and skills to create and perform while collaborating withothers in a small choral setting. They will connect music with history, cultures, andsociety. This is a performance-based course. Singcopation will have 15-20performances a year, will participate in a group tour, District Clinic, All State, JazzFestival, and District Festival. Students selected for this group may not enroll in SelectGirls Choir.

SYMPHONIC BAND Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12 Prerequisite: previous experiencein BandStudents will learn techniques and skills to create and perform while collaborating withothers in a concert band setting. They will connect music with history, cultures, and

society. This is a performance-based course, including pep band and marching bandexperiences. Symphonic Band will have 15-20 performances a year, will participate inDistrict Clinic, All State, and District Festival. 2 hours of home practice a week isexpected.

JAZZMIN Grade Level: 10, 11, 12 Prerequisite: Audition requiredStudents will learn techniques and skills to create and perform while collaborating withothers in a jazz band setting. They will connect music with history, cultures, and


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society. This is a performance-based course, including pep band. Jazzmin will have15-20 performances a year, will participate in a three-day group tour, District Clinic, AllState, and District Festival. 3 hours of home practice a week is expected.

CHAMBER ORCHESTRA Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12 Prerequisite: String

experience requiredStudents without previous experience must get permissions from the teacher beforeregistering. Students will learn techniques and skills to create and perform whilecollaborating with others in an orchestral setting. They will connect music with history,cultures, and society. This is a performance-based course. Chamber Orchestra willhave 5-6 performances a year, will participate in State String Clinic, All-State, DistrictFestival, recruiting in the younger schools, and a final 3-4 day festival trip at the end ofthe year. 2 1/2 hours of home practice a week is required.

BLUEGRASS BAND (1ST semester) Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12 Prerequisite:Audition RequiredString students must also participate in the Chamber Orchestra. Students will learnbluegrass, fiddle, and swing-jazz techniques and skills to create and perform whilecollaborating with others in a small ensemble setting. This is a performance-basedcourse that will include 1-20 performances a year, a CD recording of the group,recruiting in the younger schools, and participation in a three-day group tour. Out ofclass rehearsals are also a requirement. This class is open to the entire student bodyand will include the following instruments: violin, banjo, mandolin, guitar, vocals, bass,cello, and viola. This group meets before school one day a week during 2nd semester.

FIDDLERS (2nd semester) Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12 Prerequisite: AuditionRequiredString students must also participate in the Chamber Orchestra. Students will learnbluegrass, fiddle, and swing jazz techniques and skills to create and perform whilecollaborating with others in a small ensemble setting. This is a performance-basedcourse that will include 15-20 performances a year, a CD recording of the group,recruiting in the younger schools, and participation in a three-day group tour. Out ofclass rehearsals are also a requirement. This class is open to the entire student bodyand will include the following instruments: violin, banjo, mandolin, guitar, bass, cello,and viola. This group meets before school one day a week during 1st semester.

GUITAR I (1st Semester) Grade Level: 9,10, 11, 12This is a beginner course without a prerequisite. Students will learn techniques andskills to create and perform while collaborating with others in an orchestral setting.They will connect music with history, cultures, and society. This is not a performance-based course, but multiple in-class performances will be required. Guitar I will haveone-performance a semester. 2 1/2 hours of home practice a week is required.


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GUITAR II (2nd semester) Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12 Prerequisite: Students musthave successfully passed Guitar I with a B or better. Middle school guitarfulfills this requirement.Students will learn techniques and skills to create and perform while collaborating withothers in small ensemble settings. They will connect music with history, cultures, and

society. This is a performance-based course. Guitar II will have 2 3 performances asemester. 2 1/2 hours of home practice a week is required.

MUSIC THEORY & COMPOSITION Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12Students will learn the building blocks of music. Students will be introduced to musictechnology and learn how to write their own compositions with the use of computer.Juniors and seniors planning on taking the music AP test are required to take both thisfirst semester course and Music Theory and Composition II.


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PHYSICAL EDUCATION

HEALTH (required - semester) Grade Level: 9 Prerequisite: noneThis class will focus on decision making as we explore many health relatedareas of study.

Students will learn responsibility and communication skills.Students will demonstrate skills for problem solving and being assertive.Students will learn basic skills for emotional, mental, and physical health.

P.E. I (required - semester) Grade Level: 9 Prerequisite: noneFitness for LifeThis class will teach lifetime fitness/wellness as well as emphasize participation in teamsports.Students will learn basic conditioning skills.Students will learn rules of various sports.Students will develop skills in various team and individual sports.

P.E. II/DRIVER'S ED (required-semester) Grade Level: 10 (Idaho studentsincluded) Prerequisite: P.E. I & HealthStudents will learn current Wyoming Traffic laws.Students will be required to drive before and after school.Students will learn basic first aid and CPR.The quarter of P.E. will emphasize personal fitness development and team sports*Parent Permission is required to exempt a student from Driver's Ed. The student willneed to take the P.E. II/Wts class and attend the last 2 weeks of Driver's Ed. for the firstaid and CPR unit.

WOMENS WEIGHTS Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12Students will develop skills in proper weight lifting techniques and conditioningexercises.Students will develop personal fitness and increase strength according to one's bodydimensions.(To enroll in a weights class for the second semester, students must pass firstsemester with a C or above)

WEIGHT TRAINING Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12Students will develop skills in proper weight lifting techniques and conditioningexercises.

Students will develop personal fitness and increase strength according to one's bodydimensions.(Students will enroll in a weights class for the second semester, you must passfirst semester with a C or above)


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LIFE TIME SPORTS To Grade Level: 12 Prerequisite: Have passed P.E. I Classcan only be taken onceLearn basic rules and skills in various lifetime activities such as golf, bowling, X-countryskiing, tennis, and racket ball.

AEROBIC FITNESS Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12Students will work together to develop and teach an aerobic routineStudents will participate in cardiovascular activity, and fitness. A program to tone andcondition.

AEROBIC FITNESS II Grade Level: 10, 11, 12 Prerequisite: Have passed P.E. Iand AerobicsStudents will develop and teach advanced aerobic routines. They will participate incardiovascular activity and fitness.

TEAM SPORTS Grade Level: 10, 11, 12

Students will develop skills in team sports and group activities. They will participate intraditional and non-traditional games and activities to develop fitness, agility, andwellness.

DRILL TEAM (BRAVE CADETTES) Grade Level: 10, 11, 12 Prerequisite: specialevaluationStudents will develop skills in precision drill teamwork.Students will practice various dance routines and performances.

CHEERLEADING (semester) Grade Level: 10, 11, 12 Prerequisite: specialevaluationStudents will develop gymnastic abilities.Students will develop various dances and cheers to enhance school spirit.

ADAPTIVE P.E. Grade level: 9, 10 Prerequisite: special evaluationTeacher permission requiredThis class will help students who have medical or other physical challenges. Studentswill develop individual fitness programs to meet P.E. I and P.E. II standards required forgraduation.


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SCIENCE

PHYSICAL SCIENCE Grade Level: 9,10,11 Prerequisite: Algebra I or concurrentAlgebra I class **Required class**Sections of Physics and Chemistry

To understand basic physical laws dealing with matter, energy and chemistry.To learn laws of nature dealing with forces, light, wave motion and electricity.

BIOLOGY Grade Level: 10,11 Prerequisite: noneComprehensive coverage of biological concepts, topics, and terminology, includingactivities and labs, which will develop scientific literacy. Topics include scientificprinciples, methods, tools, cell processes, cell genetics and inheritance, organizationand interdependence of living organisms.Required class for Biology II

HONORS BIOLOGY II Fall semester Grade Level: 11, 12 Prerequisite: Biology

with grade of B or above, and Chemistry with grade of C or above. GPA 3.3 andScience teacher recommendation.Concurrent enrollment with USU, Biology 1010Juniors having completed Chemistry as a sophomore can qualify, leaving openings formore science options as a senior.Students can earn 3 semester biology credits from Utah State University. Students mayenroll and pay $255.00 for college credit, or enroll as a high school honors class only,without a registration fee or credit. Textbook will be furnished. All students will pay a$20.00 syllabus fee.This course fills the general education life-science requirement at most colleges. Alsoincludes cellular functions, reproduction, heredity, evolution, ecology, and organism

diversity. Includes 4 tests. No final. Required class for Human Anatomy & Physiology.

HONORS ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY Spring semester Grade Level: 11,12Prerequisite: Biology 1010 and Science teacher recommendation HonorsBiology. Class-no concurrent creditStudents will study structure, functions, and diseases of the systems of the humanbody. Dissection required. One field trip required. Some guest presenters. Thephysical structure of friends and pets will take on new meaning. Good preparation forcollege classes, health and medical careers, or for any student who would like tounderstand more about the human body and related abnormalities.

GEOLOGY I Grade Level: 11,12This class is designed to give students a basic understanding of beginning geologicconcepts and skills. It will be hands on approach to learn about Earths materials,resources, and systems. Our planets dynamic surface and interiorprocesses will bestudied through investigations of plate tectonics, volcanoes, earthquakes, mountainbuilding, streams, groundwater, mass movements, glaciers, and shoreline processes.We will use lecture, library and Internet research, field studies, labs, maps, andcomputers to learn about our marvelous world.


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CHEMISTRY Grade Level: 10, 11, 12 Prerequisite: Must have taken Algebra II(10th-Instructors approval)Study of matter in all it's forms, to learn the composition of matter and it's behavior, tosolve formulas and equations, solve problems and apply scientific theory.

HONORS PHYSICS Grade Level: 11, 12 Prerequisite: College Algebra andTrigonometry (concurrent enrollment in trigonometry with teacher's permission)Students must stay in this class all year to receive credit for Physics! If you dropthis class, you will receive credit for Advance Physical Science, it is a level 2)Physics is a hand on approach to the study of linear motion, rotary motion, circularmotion, projectile motion, energy, work, power, machines, and light. The courseincludes application of concepts through laboratory work and construction of severaldevices. Cannons, bridges, timing devices, and egg transport machines are some ofthe projects used for learning experiences. Microcomputer based labs are also used togive students opportunities to collect and synthesize data using computers.

HONORS PHYSICAL GEOLOGY Grade Level: 11, 12 Prerequisite: 3.25 GPAConcurrent enrollment Don't take this opportunity for granite.Here is a great opportunity for you to receive four free semester hours of lab basedcollege science credit. You'll never look at the earth in the same way after you've takenthis class. Physical Geology is designed to be hands on approach for the student tolearn common rocks and minerals found in this part of the world.Students will be able:To explain processes involved in rock and mineral formation, weathering, erosion,

oceans and shorelines, volcanoes, Earth's interior and plate tectonics, mountainbuilding, geologic hazards, glaciations, ground water, and deserts.To identify geologic surface features created by the above-mentioned processesthrough photos, maps, and in the field investigations.Labs and field trips will reinforce concepts covered in class.

ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE Grade Level: 11, 12 YEAR CLASSStudents will learn Biology with a focus on the interdependence of living of livingorganisms and their environment. Hands on approach will be taken to extendknowledge and add depth to their understanding of the environment. As part of thishands on approach, fieldwork and field trips may be required. Concepts such assuccession, matter cycles, energy flow, biodiversity, ethics, and community interactionswill be covered.


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SOCIAL STUDIES

WORLD HISTORY & CULTURE Grade Level: 10,11,12 Prerequisite: noneTo study world history from the earliest civilization of man to the present.

GEOGRAPHY Grade: 10, 11,12 Prerequisite: noneTo learn physical and cultural geography.To study problem areas of the world learning of the people history and culture and gainan understanding of their problems.

AMERICAN HISTORY Grade Level: 11 Prerequisite: noneTo study American history from the beginning to the present.

ACCELERATED AMERICAN HISTORY Grade Level: 11 Prerequisite: 3.0 gpaA more in depth study of American history from the beginning to the present.

PSYCHOLOGY Grade Level: 11, 12To learn what personality is and how it is developed.To study mental health and how it is maintained.To study the influences of the environment upon the individual.To gain a positive self-concept.

SOCIOLOGY Grade Level: 11, 12 Prerequisite: noneTo learn how people interact with one another.To study marriage and the family.To learn the effects of crime and juvenile delinquency, including a study of the prisonsystem.

To learn about the effects of old age and death.To study current social problems such as abortion and capital punishment.To learn how we are influenced by our culture and other cultures.

WYOMING AND THE WESTERN FRONTIER Grade Level: 11, 12 Prerequisite:none(10th only if you have received a B or better in World History)To explore and learn about the American West from pre history to the end of the 1800's.To trace the settlement of the West in general and Wyoming in particular by learningabout Native American tribes, the fur trade, western emigration, Indian wars, cattledrives, the coming of the railroads and other related topics.

To learn to separate the myth of the American West from the reality.To understand the uniqueness of Wyoming and the West within American History.

U. S. GOVERNMENT Grade Level: 12 Prerequisite: noneTo understand the constitution and the American political process.To understand the world problem areas and current trends.To understand the working of State and local government and your responsibility in theAmerican government system.


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SPECIAL EDUCATION

EXTENSION ENGLISH IV Grade Level: 12 Requires permission beforeregistrationExtension English IV is a class that helps support the general English IV class. The

class offers re-teaching the concepts presented in the general class, assisting withassignments, and pre-teaching the lessons to come. This class is taught by a SpecialEducation teach and is individualized to the students needs.

EXTENSION PRE ALGEBRA Grade Level: 9,10 Requires permission beforeregistrationExtension Pre-Algebra is a class that helps support the general Pre-Algebra class. Theclass offers re-teaching the concepts presented in the general class, assisting withassignments, and pre-teaching the lessons to come. This class is taught by a SpecialEducation teach and is individualized to the students needs.

EXTENSION ALGEBRA I Grade Level: 9,10,11,12 Requires permission beforeregistrationExtension Algebra I is a class that helps support the general Algebra I class. The classoffers re-teaching the concepts presented in the general class, assisting withassignments, and pre-teaching the lessons to come. This class is taught by a SpecialEducation teach and is individualized to the students needs.

EXTENSION ALGEBRA II Grade Level: 9,10,11,12 Requires permission beforeregistrationExtension Algebra II is a class that helps support the general Algebra II class. Theclass offers re-teaching the concepts presented in the general class, assisting with

assignments, and pre-teaching the lessons to come. This class is taught by a SpecialEducation teach and is individualized to the students needs.

EXTENSION BIOLOGY Grade Level: 10 Requires permission before registrationExtension Biology is a class that helps support the general Biology class. The classoffers re-teaching the concepts presented in the general class, assisting withassignments, and pre-teaching the lessons to come. This class is taught by a SpecialEducation teach and is individualized to the students needs.

EXTENSION PHYSICAL SCIENCE Grade Level: 9,10,11 Requires permissionbefore registration

Extension Physical Science is a class that helps support the general Physical Scienceclass. The class offers re-teaching the concepts presented in the general class,assisting with assignments, and pre-teaching the lessons to come. This class is taughtby a Special Education teach and is individualized to the students needs.


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EXTENSION GEOLOGY Grade Level: 11,12 Requires permission beforeregistrationExtension Geology is a class that helps support the general Geology class. The classoffers re-teaching the concepts presented in the general class, assisting withassignments, and pre-teaching the lessons to come. This class is taught by a Special

Education teach and is individualized to the students needs.

EXTENSION WORLD HISTORY Grade Level: 10 Requires permission beforeregistrationExtension World History is a class that helps support the general World History class.The class offers re-teaching the concepts presented in the general class, assisting withassignments, and pre-teaching the lessons to come. This class is taught by a SpecialEducation teach and is individualized to the students needs.

EXTENSION AMERICAN HISTORY Grade Level: 11 Requires permission beforeregistration

Extension American History is a class that helps support the general American Historyclass. The class offers re-teaching the concepts presented in the general class,assisting with assignments, and pre-teaching the lessons to come. This class is taughtby a Special Education teach and is individualized to the students needs.

EXTENSION U.S. GOVERNMENT Grade Level: 12 Requires permission beforeregistrationExtension U.S. Government is a class that helps support the general U.S. Governmentclass. The class offers re-teaching the concepts presented in the general class,assisting with assignments, and pre-teaching the lessons to come. This class is taughtby a Special Education teach and is individualized to the students needs.

CONSUMER SKILLS Grade Level: 9,10,11,12 Requires permission beforeregistrationThis class is offered to students with an individualized education plan (IEP). The pre-requisite is that the students have finished Algebra I and are unable to get into the nextmath class stated in their course of study.


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SPECIAL OFFERINGS

TEACHER AIDE Grade Level: 12 (must have a 3.25) Prerequisite: Principal'spermission

PEER TUTORING Grade Level: 12 (must have a 3.25) Prerequisite: Counselor'spermissionStudent must be able to tutor in all areas, such as math, science, English, and socialstudies to help in a classroom situation.

RELEASE TIME Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12Released time religious instruction.

CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT Grade Level: 12 (must be 16 years old)Concurrent enrollment 3.25GPAThis course prepares a person to work as a nursing assistant. Assistants work in

hospitals or nursing homes under the supervision of licensed nursing personnel. Thecourse includes basic nursing assistant principles as well as provides opportunities forpractice and demonstration of skills related to client care, with emphasis on the elderlyclient. Students time will be divided between classroom lecture, nursing laboratory timeand supervised experience in hospital and nursing home setting. Clinical time near theend of the semester will require additional hours and will be completed at SV CareCenter. Satisfactory completion of course entitles the student to take the competencyexamination to become certified in the State of Wyoming.


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APPLIED TECHNOLOGYSome applied technology classes requires a fee.

AGRICULTURE I Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12This course is a basic or introductory course and requires no prerequisites. It is for

students interested in the Agriculture Industry or for those students exploring careeropportunities in Agriculture. Students will learn about and participate in the FFA, whichis the student organization for agricultural students, and one of the largest organizationsof its kind. Students will gain basic skills and hands on experience in the followingareas: welding, mechanics, record keeping, leadership, and plant and animal sciences.

AGRICULTURE II Grade Level: 10, 11, 12This course is designed to build upon the principles and concepts learned in AgricultureI. It is a more advanced and a higher-level course and students must have had at leastone class in Agriculture Education as a prerequisite. Students will further their skills inmechanics, welding, leadership, and plant and animal sciences.

AGRICULTURE III Grade Level: 11, 12

WELDING I Grade Level: 10, 11,12 Prerequisite: noneFee: $25.00Students will need coveralls and pliersGain basic welding skills in Arc and oxy-acete welding processes, strike and maintainan arc, start and stop a bead, weld joints including butt, tee, lap, corner, etc., weld inposition.

WELDING II Grade Level: 9, 10, 11,12 Prerequisite: Ag Welding I Students will

continue to learn welding skills.

WELDING III Grade Level: 11,12 Prerequisite: Ag Welding I & IICollege credit and certificationStudents enrolled in this course will learn to weld single V-groove butt joints withbacking strip in the flat, horizontal, vertical-up, and overhead positions using E7018welding electrodes. Students will also learn to weld single V-groove open butt weld

joints in all positions using E-6010 roots and E-7018 filler and cover passes. Open-rootcorner joints will also be done with E-6010 roots and E-7018 filler passes. The studentwill recognize common weld defects and ways to eliminate them, they will also beintroduced to welding symbols and Plasma-Arc cutting. Students will also write and

present in class a 250-word essay on some aspect of welding technology. Studentspassing this course are eligible to certify in plate welding and can also take this coursefor concurrent enrollment for college credit through Western Wyoming CommunityCollege.

MANUFACTURING ENGINEERINGManufacturing engineering will be a hands on project-oriented course. Students willwork in teams with an emphasis on problem solving while using systems such as


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COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY

DRAFTING I Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12 Prerequisite: noneDrafting I is a basic course in computer-aided drafting and beginning mechanicaldrafting. Students will learn to use the basic commands in the latest version of

AutoCAD. They will also learn basic drafting skills like geometric construction, multiview drawings, section view, dimensioning, layout, and centering.

DRAFTING II Grade Level: 11, 12 Prerequisite: Drafting I with a C or betterConcurrent enrollment with WWCC for 3 college creditsDrafting II is an advanced computer-aided drafting course that teaches students to usethree-dimensional drawing techniques, advanced dimensioning, advanced plotting,paper space, and model space. This course focuses on mechanical drafting butintroduces some architectural principles.

DRAFTING III Grade Level: 11, 12 Prerequisite: Drafting I and II Concurrent

enrollment with WWCC for 3 college creditsIn this course basic architectural design principles are taught. Students will producefloor plans, site plans, electrical plans, and perspective drawings of residential homes


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GRAPHICS COMMUNICATION

GRAPHICS I/MULTI-MEDIA Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12 Prerequisite: noneStudents will develop skills in the fast growing area of Graphic/Multi-Media, through theuse of Photoshop. They will also develop a basic skill level in video production, through

the use of I movie, and Corel draw.

GRAPHICS II/SCREEN PRINTING Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12 Prerequisite: noneFee: $10.00Will produce graphics for screen-printing, the Internet, and production of screen-printeditems such as shirts and caps.Will do screen printing on clothing/fabric.Will produce graphics for screen-printing including one, two, and four color screenseparations.Will produce graphics for the Internet: splash banners and pages for the Internet.Processes used in the printing industry will be covered.

GRAPHICS III/PRODUCTION Grade Level: 9,10,11, 12 Prerequisite: Graphics Ior Graphics II (Teacher Permission)Graphics production is an advanced course in graphic design for production of itemsthat are screen-printed, laser engraved, and large format printing. Students will learnadvanced design rules while using the processes in produce projects for school relatedgroups.

MACHINE SHOP I Grade Level: 9,10, 11, 12 Prerequisite: noneFee: $10.00 fee.Students may purchase materials to produce projects that they will take home from the

shop.To learn the basics of hand metal work processes; filing, drilling, use of taps and dyesand layout.To learn to use the Metal Lathe, Milling Machine, and the CNC Mill. Also, to learn sandcasting and how to work with molten metals.

MACHINE SHOP II Grade Level: 11, 12 Prerequisite: Mach Shop IFee: $10.00 fee. WWCC college credit 4/4Students may purchase materials to produce projects that they will take home from theshop.Students will learn advanced processes on the milling machine, metal lathe, and cnc

mill. They will also learn advanced applications of mastercam.

INVENTORS CLUB Grade Level: Prerequisite:

BUILDING CONSTRUCTION Grade Level: 10, 11, 12 Prerequisite: noneThis is a basic course to introduce students to the construction fields. This course isdesigned to teach different areas the construction field covers. Such as, design, plan


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reading, site layout, construction safety, floor, wall and roof framing and exterior finish.Students will gain an understanding and a working knowledge of the construction field.Students need to furnish their own hand tools

APPLIED CONSTRUCTION Grade Level: 11,12 Prerequisite: Building Construct.

(Year class, double periods)Applied Construction Technology is a course designed to teach and develop basic skillsrequired in the building and planning of a residential structures. Also, students will havean introduction to the installation of products, design, work performance, selection ofmaterials, and cost estimating. Students will take part on all of the construction of aresidential structure.

CABINETMAKING Grade Level: 11,12 (10th graders with teacher permissiononly) Prerequisite: Woods IFee: $10.00Cabinetmaking will cover basic cabinetmaking from a personal, commercial, and

industrial perspective. Students will take a hands-on approach to cabinetmaking byplanning, drawing, and constructing cabinets for homes and business.


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DEFINITION OF TERMSCredit: Courses which meetevery other day for one period will receive one half creditper semester. Any courses receiving "pass/fail" grades are not counted in the GPA.Prerequisite: A course that must be completed before another is taken. For example,one must complete Algebra I before taking Algebra II.

Elective: Courses that are not "required" are electives. All students will have theopportunity to take some electives.Grade Point Average (GPA): The GPA is an arithmetic average obtained by dividingthe sum of the numerical values of the letter grades earned by the number of coursestaken.Cumulative Grade Point Average: Students applying to colleges before they graduatewill have semester grades 9-11 averaged together to make the Cumulative GPA. The7th semester will be figured and sent to a college requesting it. Any transcript sent outafter a student graduates will include the Cumulative GPA plus class rank.Class Rank for Scholarship: Class rank for scholarship purposes is determined bythe cumulative GPA.

Selection of Valedictorian, Salutatorian, Honor Students1. Criteria for consideration will include:a. Valedictorian class rank as determined by points figured by the following

formula: Grades of the 22 semesters of ranked courses are multiplied bytheir ranks and summed. The sum is added to the result of the GPA * 25.

b. All courses are ranked according to difficulty i.e.: basic courses = 1,Intermediate = 2, and Difficult = 3.

c. Must have been a full time student at Star Valley High School for at leasttwo semesters prior to selection. Selection cut off date for grades is twoweeks prior to graduation.

d. Exchange and early graduation students will not be eligible.

e. Only grades transferred from a regionally accredited high school will beconsidered and will be computed on the scale of Star Valley High School.f. I f a tie exists the students will share the honor.

Courses and weights to be used in determining these honors will be published by thehigh school.Principal's Honor Roll: In order for a student to make the "Principal's Honor Roll", thestudent must obtain a 3.50 GPA during the grading period. A student must be enrolledin 5 graded classes.


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STUDENT ELIGIBILITY FOR EXTRA CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

Any student who participates in a WHSAA sanctioned activity must meet the eligibilityrules established by the WHSAA as published in the official handbook for the year ofparticipation.

In addition to the eligibility rules above, any student at Star Valley High School whoparticipates in extra-curricular activities must:

(1) Maintain a passing grade in all classes for the time period in which a studentparticipates in an activity.(2) Demonstrate good citizenship in classes and school by following the StudentTraining Code, which the student and the student's parents have signed.(3) Students and parents must sign the WHSAA Eligibility pamphlet which will be kepton file at the school.

A teacher may declare a student ineligible to participate in an extra-curricular activity fora period of one week. Deficiency notices will be sent home when a student is failing thecourse. See and read the Training Code for details.

It is the student's responsibility to keep up on schoolwork and constantly check thatwork is done and assignments turned in. Teachers and coaches should communicatefrequently and maintain open communications concerning student problems.

Activity sponsors/coaches are responsible for making a list of activity participantsavailable to all teachers at least one week prior to the first scheduled activity.

One-time activities such as field trips, class excursions, and in-school events are notconsidered extra curricular and the rules of eligibility do not apply. However, thesponsor of such an activity must make available to teachers a list of participants at leastone week prior to the activity. This list must bear the signature of the principal prior todistribution to teachers.

For information on attendance and discipline, please refer to the Attendance andDiscipline Code handbook.


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ACTAND AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT

NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATIONApplicants for admission and employment, students, parents, persons with

disabilities, employees, and all unions or professional organizations holdingcollective bargaining or professional agreements with the Star Valley High Schoolare hereby notified that this school does not discriminate on the basis or race,sex, color, national origin, age, religion, or disability in admission or access to, ortreatment or employment, in, its programs and activities. Any person havinginquiries concerning the schools compliance with the regulations implementingTitle VI, Title IX, The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or Section 504 isdirected to contact:

Teddy GouldingP.O. Box 8000

445 W. Swift Creek Lane

Afton, WY 83110307/885/4020

Who has been designated by the school to coordinate efforts to comply with theregulations regarding nondiscriminatory.

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