Planning Guideand

Course Description Catalog

2021-2022            

TABLE OF CONTENTS

FHSCCA Guidance and Counseling Staff.................................................Academic Advisement............................................................................Registration and Scheduling of Courses.................................................Staying Informed....................................................................................Graduation Requirements....................................................................Grading Information.............................................................................Opportunities for Excellence................................................................College and Career Academy...............................................................Local College Programs Available.........................................................Testing Requirements..........................................................................Programs..............................................................................................Scholarship Information........................................................................Course Sequences and Descriptions....................................................

English Language Arts ................................................................ Mathematics ............................................................................... Sci e nce ....................................................................................... Social St u dies .............................................................................. Foreign Langu a ge ....................................................................... Physical Educati o n ...................................................................... Fine A rts ...................................................................................... Career P a thway Options .............................................................

AIM Acade m y ......................................................................... Allied Health Academy ........................................................... Education and Human Services Academy .............................. STEAM Academy ....................................................................

Electives ......................................................................................

FHSCCA GUIDANCE AND COUNSELING STAFF

Ellen Burke, School Counselor (ellen.burke@benhillschools.org)Serves students with last name starting with A-L

Karen Hewatt, School Counselor (karen.hewatt@benhillschools.org)Serves students with last name starting with M-Z

Angel Kelly, College and Career Coach (angel.kelly@benhillschools.org)Serves students with questions about colleges and careers

ACADEMIC ADVISEMENT

In addition to an assigned counselor, students are also assigned an academic advisor and advisement group their freshman year that should remain the same throughout students’ high school years. Advisement teachers are instructed on how to assist students with their academic plans, and academic plans are checked and adjusted at least once each year by the student and academic advisor.

Advisement nights are also held annually, and parents are strongly encouraged to attend so they can review students’ academic plans. Academic plans can also be viewed in Infinite Campus by clicking Academic Plan from the menu on the left-hand side of the screen. Students can view and add classes for each year under the corresponding grade level at the top of the screen.

REGISTRATION AND SCHEDULING OF COURSESStudents select courses during registration in the winter/spring of each school year.  Prior to registration, students are advised about course requirements and available course offerings.  Teacher advisors recommend courses for the succeeding year. The parent and advisor will approve the selected schedule during registration night.   

Selecting Courses One of the most important responsibilities for a student is to choose appropriate courses.  Consideration should be given to prerequisites, teacher recommendations, and the need for a variety of programs. Students and parents can utilize course sequences and descriptions included in this guide.

Choosing ElectivesIn addition to the required courses that must be successfully completed to graduate from high school, students must choose from a large number of electives to complete their education.  It is recommended that students select elective courses closely related to their chosen career goals. Students may choose elective courses from areas of Career (CTAE), Fine Arts, Physical Education, and from additional core courses in English, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, and Foreign Language.  

Career Pathways are a series of three specific career classes and are available in areas such as Agriscience, Healthcare, Business, Culinary Arts, JROTC, Early Childhood Education, Web and Digital Design, and Mechatronics.  Students are encouraged to complete at least one pathway and can complete multiple pathways. 

Fine Arts, Foreign Language, and Advanced Content Pathways are a series of specific courses in a respective subject area.  For more information about these pathways, students should contact their school counselor.

Schedule ChangesMuch effort is expended each spring to ensure that students are advised and registered for the correct courses needed to complete their high school program of study. Courses cannot be dropped or added five (5) days after the first day of school. Schedules may be changed for the following reasons only:

●     The student has already passed a class listed on his/her schedule,●     The student requires a class for graduation,●     The student needs placement in a special program, or●     The change is deemed necessary by the principal.

STAYING INFORMEDFitzgerald High School College and Career Academy WebsitePertinent announcements regarding registration can be found on FHSCCA’s website (https://www.ben-hill.k12.ga.us/Domain/12). Additionally, important announcements are communicated on Fitzgerald High School College and Career Academy’s Facebook page.

Infinite Campus Parent PortalInfinite Campus provides students and parents access to student grades and attendance.  Visit the Ben Hill County Schools website (https://www.ben-hill.k12.ga.us) and click on the Infinite Campus Parent Portal link.  Signing up for a parent account helps parents stay abreast of coursework and grades in each class. 

If you do not have a parent portal account, please complete the following steps:

1. Send an e-mail to: parentportal@benhillschools.org a. Include the following in your e-mail:

i. Your Full Nameii. Full Name and Date of Birth of a least one child

2. After sending an e-mail, your account will be created, and you will receive a reply with login information.

3. Once you have your login information, you will login to Infinite Campus from the Ben Hill County School’s Website: www.ben-hill.k12.ga.us

a. Scroll down on the website and click on the following purple tile:

b. After clicking “Infinite Campus,” you will want to click on the Student and Parent Portal

c. You will choose “Campus Parent”

d. You will enter the username and password sent to your from your e-mail to parentportal@benhillschools.org

e. View after logging into the Parent Portal:

Schoology Parent Access

Parents can receive weekly student reports through Schoology. Schoology is the district’s learning management system that includes all courses located on a student’s individual schedule in Infinite Campus. Teachers place daily/weekly information and coursework on Schoology for students to complete and submit. Parents have access to their child’s Schoology courses, coursework, and grades through a Schoology parent account. By signing up for an account, weekly reports will be sent to the parent’s e-mail on file. Information concerning how to create a new parent account is located at the following links or through following the steps below to gain the parent access code to Schoology.

Directions to Setup a Schoology Parent Login (English): https://www.ben-hill.k12.ga.us/cms/lib/GA02201002/Centricity/Domain/4/Parents%20%20How%20to%20Sign%20Up%20for%20Schoology.pdf

Directions to Steup a Schoology Parent Login (Spanish): https://www.ben-hill.k12.ga.us/cms/lib/GA02201002/Centricity/Domain/4/Padres%20como%20registrarse%20en%20Schoology.pdf

a. After logging into the Parent Portal in Infinite Campus, follow the steps below to obtain the access code for a parent account in Schoology.

i. Click on “More” on the bottom left for Schoology Parent Login Code

ii. Choose “Schoology” (2nd from the bottom)1. You will see a specific parent access code.

a. Copy this code then go to www.schoology.com b. Click on Sign Up in the top right.c. Choose parent and enter in your parent access

code from Infinite Campus.

GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS

Subject Credits Required

English Language Arts 4

Mathematics 4

Science 4

Social Studies 4

CTAE and/or Foreign Language and/or Fine Arts

3

Health and Personal Fitness 1

Electives 8

TOTAL  28

Early GraduationThe Ben Hill County Board of Education authorizes FHSCCA students to graduate after successful completion of all graduation requirements.  In order to graduate early, a student must fulfill the following requirements:

A student’s parent/guardian must submit a letter requesting early graduation to the FHSCCA principal.

The student must have completed all credits and tests required for graduation.

The student and parent/guardian must have submitted the Early Graduation Application and met with the appropriate school counselor by May 1st prior to the beginning of the anticipated graduation year.

GRADING INFORMATIONPromotion/Retention PolicyGrade placement is determined by the total number of units earned for courses passed with a grade of at least 70.  Graduates must have the number of credits noted below and satisfy all graduation requirements.

Freshman - 0 to 4 creditsSophomore - 5 to 10 creditsJunior - 11 - 16 creditsSenior - 17 or more credits

Grading ScaleAll final grades for students are reported as numerical averages according to the following scale:  

90 - 100 = A,  80 - 89 = B,  70 - 79 = C, and below 70 = F.  

Grade Point AverageGrade point averages (GPA) are obtained by adding the student’s numerical final grades for each class and dividing this sum by the total number of qualified classes the student has completed.  Valedictorian and Salutatorian are determined by the end of the third nine weeks of the senior year.  GPAs for HOPE scholarship eligibility are determined at the end of the fourth nine weeks of the senior year and from only the following core classes:  English Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, and Foreign Language.

Georgia Milestone AssessmentsStudents are required to take a Georgia Milestone End-of-Course Assessment for the specific courses. During the 2020-2021 schoolyear, Milestones counted as 0.01% of the students’ grades. However, the EOC score historically constitutes 20% of the final average for the course. Students and parents should pay close attention to any announcements regarding changes in the weights of the exams. The following courses have mandated EOC exams:

American Literature and Composition (no exemption allowed) Algebra I (no exemption allowed) Biology (no exemption allowed) United States History (only AP US History students are exempt for

2021-2022)

Participation in Graduation CeremonyOnly students who have met graduation requirements for a diploma as established by Ben Hill County Board policy will be allowed to participate in the graduation ceremony.  Students must attain the required number of

credits (see Graduation Requirements), before participating in the high school graduation ceremony. 

OPPORTUNITIES FOR EXCELLENCEAdvanced Placement (AP)Studies have shown that the rigor of a student’s high school curriculum is the single best predictor of success in college.  The College Board Advanced Placement program is a program of college-level courses, offering high school students the opportunity to receive advanced placement high school and college credit through successful completion of an Advanced Placement exam.  All FHSCCA students enrolled in AP courses are offered the opportunity to take the AP exam.  Students committing to take the exam must report to the assigned test session for that exam. FHSCCA offers AP courses in all academic areas (AP Computer Science was added in the 2021-2022 schoolyear and counts as a fourth science).  Refer to the course description section of the guide for AP course offerings. All AP courses are HOPE Rigor Courses.

Honors ClassesHonors classes offer the same curriculum as regular classes but are enriched, extended, and accelerated to meet the needs of high-achieving students.  Refer to the course description section for honors level course offerings.   Honors classes may or may not count for HOPE Rigor Courses.  The Hope Rigor Course list is available on www.GAfutures.org.

Dual EnrollmentThe Dual Enrollment Program allows high school students to earn college credit while working on their high school diploma. The new law streamlines the existing options (Dual Enrollment, Accel and HOPE Grant) into one program. The program is offered during all terms of the school year: fall, spring, and summer semester or fall, winter, spring, and summer quarter. Students can begin taking CTAE Dual Enrollment classes in the 10th grade but must be classified as an 11th grade student to take Academic Dual Enrollment classes. Students and parents should contact the student’s school counselor for more information.

COLLEGE AND CAREER ACADEMYThe only high school in Ben Hill County, FHSCCA is a wall-to-wall college and career academy. All students in our community should have full access to explore local and regional careers, train in state-of-the-art labs, and customize schedules according to career paths. Students can earn college credit and certificates through dual enrollment career pathways. Students can also earn degree core college credits to get a jump start on associate or bachelor’s degree.

LOCAL COLLEGE PROGRAMS AVAILABLEWiregrass Georgia Technical College Dual Enrollment Program https://www.wiregrass.edu/academics/programs-hs#:~:text=Dual%20Enrollment%20is%20a%20program,credit%20at%20the%20same%20time!

Governor’s Honors ProgramThe Georgia Governor’s Honors Program (GHP) is a residential summer program for gifted and talented high school students who will be rising juniors and seniors during the program.  These students can be in either a public, private, or homeschool setting.   The program offers instruction that is significantly different from the typical high school classroom and that is designed to provide students with academic, cultural, and social enrichment necessary to become the next generation of global critical thinkers, innovators, and leaders. GHP is fully funded by the Georgia General Assembly and operates at no cost to participants.  Students may be eligible for nomination in one or more than one area and can find more information in the Guidance Office.  Contact your counselor in early September for more information.

Honor GraduatesHonor Graduates shall be candidates for graduation with a 90 or above cumulative grade average from accredited schools beginning in ninth grade and culminating with the completion of all courses and tests required for graduation or at the end of the third nine weeks, whichever comes first.  Grades earned in middle school, even if awarded high school credit, and grades earned in remedial or developmental classes shall not be included when computing numerical averages for academic honors.

STAR StudentEach year a top academic senior in each participating Georgia high school is named the STAR student for that high school. To obtain the STAR nomination, students must have the highest score in one sitting on the SAT taken through the November test date of the senior year and be in the top 10 percent of their class at the end of their junior year. For information and updates regarding this program, please contact the FHSCCA Guidance and Counseling Office.

HOPE Scholarship/Grant Program

HOPE ScholarshipHOPE Scholarship is a merit-based award available to Georgia residents who have demonstrated academic achievement. A Hope Scholarship recipient must graduate from high school with a minimum 3.0 grade point average and maintain a minimum 3.0 cumulative postsecondary grade point average

to remain eligible. The scholarship provides tuition assistance to students pursuing an undergraduate degree at a HOPE Scholarship eligible college or university in Georgia.

HOPE GrantHOPE Grant is available to Georgia residents who are pursuing a certificate or diploma. A HOPE Grant recipient must maintain a minimum 2.0 cumulative postsecondary grade point average to remain eligible. The grant provides tuition assistance to students enrolled at a HOPE Grant eligible college or university in Georgia.

Zell Miller ScholarshipZell Miller Scholarship is a merit-based award available to Georgia residents, similar to the HOPE Scholarship, but with more stringent academic requirements and a higher level of tuition assistance. A Zell Miller Scholarship recipient must graduate from high school with a minimum 3.7 grade point average combined with a minimum SAT score of 1,200 on the math and reading portions or a minimum composite ACT score of 26 in single national test administration and maintain a minimum 3.3 cumulative postsecondary grade point average to remain eligible. Eligible students are provided full-tuition assistance while pursuing an undergraduate degree to attend a Zell Miller Scholarship eligible college or university in Georgia. 

Zell Miller GrantZell Miller Grant is a merit-based program available to Georgia residents pursuing a certificate or diploma. A Zell Miller Grant recipient must maintain a minimum 3.5 cumulative postsecondary grade point average to remain eligible. Eligible students are provided full-standard tuition assistance while enrolled at a Zell Miller Grant eligible college or university in Georgia.

Strategic Industries Workforce Development GrantStrategic Industries Workforce Development Grant is available to Georgia residents who are pursuing a certificate or diploma and eligible for, and receiving, HOPE Grant or Zell Miller Grant funding. The grant provides assistance toward educational costs for eligible students enrolled in an approved designated program of study.

All information regarding the HOPE Scholarship Program and financial aid programs was extracted from Georgia Student Finance Commission website

(www.GAfutures.org). Please consult this site regularly for updates.

HOPE Academic RigorFor the High School Graduating Class of 2017 and beyond, a student meeting the requirements to be a HOPE Scholar at the time of high school graduation must earn a minimum of four full credits from the academic rigor course

categories listed below prior to graduating from high school. Credits received for academic rigor courses must be selected from the categories below:

TESTING REQUIREMENTSGeorgia Milestones Assessment SystemGeorgia Milestones are administered in grades nine through twelve for core subjects determined by the State Board. The Georgia Milestones program is currently comprised of the following content assessments: American Literature and Composition, Algebra I, U. S. History, and Biology.  Any student enrolled in a Georgia Milestones course must take the appropriate Georgia Milestone Assessment. 

During the 2020-2021 schoolyear, Milestones counted as 0.01% of the students’ grades. However, the EOC score historically constitutes 20% of the final average for the course. Students and parents should pay close attention to any announcements regarding changes in the weights of the exams. Students must earn a 70 or higher as the final average to pass the course and earn credit towards graduation.

Advanced Placement Exams (AP)Advanced Placement (AP) program provides college level courses to high school students.  Students may receive college credit through successful completion of an AP exam. AP exams are administered during a two-week window each year in May. The exact date and time of each exam is set by the College Board, and the exam schedule is available on the College Board website (www.collegeboard.org).  Individual colleges and universities, not the College Board or AP program, grant course credit for AP courses. Most colleges have an AP policy available to students on their website.

PREPARING FOR COLLEGE TESTINGPSATThe PSAT is a shorter version of the SAT. The PSAT includes critical reading and mathematics sections. The PSAT is administered in October. Budget permitting, FHSCCA covers the cost for PSAT for all 10th graders. For a small fee, FHSCCA 11th graders have the option to take the PSAT in order to qualify for the National Merit Scholarship Program or for the National Achievement Scholarship Program for African American students. Only PSAT scores from the 11th grade administration may be used for these scholarship programs. Students should ask their school counselors for specific test dates or check the College Board website at http:www.collegeboard.org.

SAT, ACT, ACCUPLACERAn excellent resource when preparing for college-admissions tests is the website - http:www.GAFutures.org. On this site, you will find free, online test preparation resources for the SAT (FHSCCA Code is 111280), ACT, and ACCUPLACER.  Students may also sign up for online Edgenuity SAT and ACT test preparation in the Guidance and Counseling Office.  College Board’s Khan Academy offers free SAT prep resources on their website to help students prepare for the SAT.

The following websites also offer test prep resources: www.collegeboard.org

http://sat.collegeboard.org/practice/    www.actstudent.org http://www.actstudent.org/qotd/    

Special Circumstances: Students with an IEP or a 504 plan may be eligible for

accommodations.  Students need to contact the school SSD coordinator to apply.

Economic disadvantaged students may be eligible for a fee waiver.  Applications are available in the Guidance and Counseling Office.

Credit RecoveryA student who previously failed a course during high school with a grade that is no lower than a 60 may be eligible for Credit Recovery. Priority is given to graduating seniors and then juniors and underclassmen according to available space and on a first-come, first-served basis. The student meets with their School Counselor to request Credit Recovery.

PROGRAMSESOLThe ESOL program assists English Learners in the development of proficiency in the English language through instructional strategies focusing on listening, speaking, writing, and reading so that students from other cultures can experience success in school. All instruction in the ESOL program is given in English to facilitate the acquisition of English language skills for successful academic and social pursuits.

GiftedGifted Students are served through Honors and Advanced Placement (AP) courses.  Students may enroll in Honors or AP courses to learn a subject in greater depth, to develop analytical reasoning skills, and to develop disciplined study habits appropriate for continued success at the college level. Compared with regular high school courses, Honors and AP courses are more demanding, often requiring more time and more work.  The Advanced Placement (AP) program provides college level courses to high school students. Upon successful completion of the course, students will receive high school credit and may receive college credit depending on the policy of the college the student chooses to attend.  

Individualized EducationSpecial education refers to specialized instruction, varied instructional settings, or supplementary aids and services provided to students with disabilities. These services are provided at the direction of a student’s Individualized Education Plan (IEP). Services are reviewed at least annually and modified as necessary. Special education services are often provided in the general education setting through an inclusion model but may occur in special education classrooms where a lower student to teacher ratio allows for more specialized instruction.

RemedialRemedial Education is designed for students who have identified deficiencies in the area of English/language arts and/or mathematics. The program provides instruction in basic skills with focus on individualized needs and learning styles in order to meet the State standards in each of these areas. Students may be recommended for remedial education classes based on any two of the following factors: his/her standardized assessment scores, grades, RTI plan or retention status.

SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATIONNumerous academic, athletic, memorial, church, civic, and other scholarships are awarded annually to deserving students. Many of these scholarships require a formal application process. Students should visit the Guidance and Counseling office for more information.  Students are encouraged to meet with their school counselor early in your high school career.  Scholarship winners are recognized through various media in the spring.

NCAA Clearinghouse InformationStudents who plan to participate in college athletics at a Division I or Division II school, must register with the NCAA Clearinghouse at www.eligibilitycenter.org. Parents or students who have questions about Clearinghouse should contact their coach or the athletic director.

COURSE SEQUENCES AND DESCRIPTIONSThe following section of this catalog contains information to assist parents and students in selecting courses for the upcoming school year and to complete academic plans.  This section contains information about the course sequences for each subject area and descriptions of the courses.  The course description specifies whether the course is required for graduation, is a core class or is an elective.  Prerequisites are noted in the course descriptions.

The course sequence diagrams included in this section are recommendations based on graduation requirements and prerequisites but are not absolutes.  Students whose courses do not match one of the sequences for a subject should meet with a school counselor to assure that the courses selected will satisfy graduation requirements.

The following codes will also assist in selecting courses: Required - a course that a student must take in order to graduate. Core - optional courses in Language Arts, Mathematics, Social Studies,

Science or Foreign Language that can satisfy graduation requirements in these subject areas.  They can also satisfy elective requirements.

Elective - courses that a student may select beyond the required and core courses to fulfill the unit requirements for graduation. 

ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS

Course Number Course Name Gra

de Course Description GMAS

RequiredCore/

ElectivePrerequisites

23.06100

Ninth Grade Literature/and Composition 

9 This course focuses primarily on mechanics, usage, and grammar skills as well as writing instruction that will translate to success in other academic areas throughout students’ high school careers. In addition to technical focuses, students will also be exposed to various forms of literature and will use a balanced literacy approach to help students make connections between reading, writing, and vocabulary. This course must reflect the Georgia Standards of Excellence.

No Required No

23.06100

Ninth Grade Literature and Composition Honors

9 This course focuses primarily on mechanics, usage, and grammar skills as well as writing instruction that will translate to success in other academic areas throughout students’ high school careers. In addition to technical focuses, students will also be exposed to various forms of literature and will use a balanced literacy approach to help students make connections between reading, writing, and vocabulary. In this course, certain aspects of the curriculum may be accelerated based on prior student knowledge. Additionally, students will engage in enriching, higher depth of knowledge learning. This course must reflect the Georgia Standards of Excellence.

No Core Meets criteria of FHSCCA Honors

Contract

23.06200

Tenth Grade Literature and Composition

10 This course focuses on a study of literary genres; the students develop initial understanding of both the structure and the meaning of a literary work. The students explore the effect of the literary form

No Required No

regarding interpretation. The students will read across the curriculum to develop academic and personal interests in different subjects. The student will demonstrate competency in a variety of writing genres: narrative, informational, and argumentative. The students will engage in research, timed writings, and the writing process. Instruction in language conventions will occur within the context of reading, writing, and speaking. The students demonstrate an understanding of listening, speaking, and viewing skills for a variety of purposes. This course must reflect the Georgia Standards of Excellence.

23.06200

Tenth Grade Literature and Composition Honors

10 This course focuses on a study of literary genres; the students develop initial understanding of both the structure and the meaning of a literary work. The students explore the effect of the literary form regarding interpretation. The students will read across the curriculum to develop academic and personal interests in different subjects. The student will demonstrate competency in a variety of writing genres: narrative, informational, and argumentative. The students will engage in research, timed writings, and the writing process. Instruction in language conventions will occur within the context of reading, writing, and speaking. The students demonstrate an understanding of listening, speaking, and viewing skills for a variety of purposes. In this course, certain aspects of the curriculum may be accelerated based on prior student knowledge. Additionally, students will engage in enriching, higher depth of knowledge learning. This course must reflect the Georgia Standards of

No Core Meets criteria of FHSCCA Honors

Contract

Excellence.

23.06600

Contemporary Literature and Composition

910

The course focuses on the short story, nonfiction, drama, poetry, and the novel (novella) since 1960. The students explore writing by international authors, focusing on various cultures, genders, races, and writing styles. Students write expository, analytical, and response essays. A research component is critical. The students observe and listen critically and respond appropriately to written and oral communication. Conventions are essential for reading, writing, and speaking. Instruction in language conventions will, therefore, occur within the context of reading, writing, and speaking rather than in isolation. The students understand and acquire new vocabulary and use it correctly in reading, writing, and speaking.  This course reflects grade-level appropriate Georgia Standards of Excellence.

No Elective This course is for students who

took Ninth Grade Literature and Composition in

8th grade.

Meets criteria of FHSCCA Honors

Contract

23.05100

American Literature and Composition

11 This course focuses on the study of American literature, writing modes and genres, and essential conventions for reading, writing, and speaking. The students develop an understanding of chronological context and the relevance of period structures in American literature.  The students develop an understanding of the ways the period of literature affects its structure and how the chronology of a work affects its meaning.  The students read a variety of informational and literary texts in all genres and modes of discourse.  Reading across the curriculum develops students’ academic and personal interests in different subjects.  The students will demonstrate competency in a variety of

Yes Required No

writing genres:  expository, narrative, persuasive, and technical.  The student will engage in research, timed writing, and the writing process.  Instruction in language conventions will occur within the context of reading, writing, and speaking.   The students demonstrate an understanding of listening, speaking, and viewing skills for a variety of purposes. 

23.0510442

Dual Enrollment (DE) Advanced Composition

11/12

This course focuses on the writing process (planning, drafting, and revising). The students will focus on different writing genres and organizational structures: expository/narrative, rhetorical and literary analysis, argument and research. Advanced language skills (grammar and usage) will be a major component of this class through the handbook and the writing. This course must reflect the Georgia Standards of Excellence as well as standards for the college course. Student receives credit for English 1101 at the college level.

No Core Teacher Recommendation(Student should

have a B or better in 10th Grade Lit to be

successful in the class)

Meets criteria of FHSCCA Honors

Contract

23.0520442

DE British Literature and Composition

11/12

This course focuses on the study of British literature, writing modes and genres, and essential conventions for reading, writing, and speaking. The students develop an understanding of the ways the period of literature affects its structure and how the chronology of a work affects its meaning through exploring the genres of Fiction, Poetry, and Drama. The students will engage in research, the impact that technology has on writing, timed writing, and the writing process. Instruction in language conventions will occur within the context of reading, writing, and speakingrather than in isolation. The students

No Core Minimum grade of C in Advanced

Composition

Meets criteria of FHSCCA Honors

Contract

demonstrate an understanding of listening, speaking, and viewing skills for a variety of purposes. THIS COURSE MUST REFLECT THE GEORGIA STANDARDS OF EXCELLENCE as well as the College and College Board Standards. (Student receives credit for English 1102 at the college level)

23.0530440

AP Language and Composition/ American Literature

18-week Course

-First 9 weeks: Student takes Advanced Composition

-Last 9 weeks, the student is enrolled in AP Lang/American Literature

11 AP English Language and Composition cultivates the reading and writing skills that students need for college success and for intellectually responsible civic engagement. The course guides students in becoming curious, critical, and responsive readers of diverse texts, and becoming flexible, reflective writers of texts addressed to diverse audiences for diverse purposes. The reading and writing students do in the course should deepen and expand their understanding of how written language functions rhetorically: to communicate writers' intentions and elicit readers' responses in particular situations. The course cultivates the rhetorical understanding and the use of written language by directing students' attentions to the writer/reader interactions in their reading and writing of various formal and informal genres. (This literature course must be taught in the 11th grade and is recommended as a designated substitute for American Literature.) This course must also reflect the Georgia Standards of Excellence as well as standards for the college course.NOTE: This class carries 2 high school English credits (Advanced Composition and AP Lang/ American Literature) and 2 College Credits (English 1101 and English 2130).

Yes Core Summer reading prior to course

Meets criteria of FHSCCA Honors

Contract

23.03400

Advanced Composition

11/12

This course focuses on the writing process (planning, drafting, and revising). The students will focus on different writing genres and organizational structures: expository, argument, narrative, descriptive, comparison-contrast, exemplification, process analysis, classification, cause and effect, and definition. Advanced language skills (grammar and usage) will be a major component of this class. An emphasis on research is also required. This course must reflect the Georgia Standards of Excellence.

No Core/Elective

Reserved for 4th English credit

80.0100000 

Library Science (Yearbook)

9101112

In this course, students craft FHSCCA’s yearbook. Students will use strong writing, critical analysis, organization, and business skills to craft the annual yearbook.

No Elective No

MATHEMATICS

Course Numbe

rCourse Name

Grade Course Description GMA

SRequired

Core/Elective

Prerequisites

27.04810

Foundations of Algebra

9 Foundations of Algebra is a first-year high school mathematics course option for students who have completed mathematics in grades 6 – 8 yet will need substantial support to bolster success in high school mathematics. The course is aimed at students who have reported low standardized test performance in prior grades and/or have demonstrated significant difficulties in previous mathematics classes. Foundations of Algebra will provide many opportunities to revisit and expand the understanding of foundational algebra concepts, will employ diagnostic means to offer focused interventions, and will incorporate varied instructional strategies to prepare students for required high school mathematics courses. The course will emphasize both algebra and numeracy in a variety of contexts including number sense, proportional reasoning, quantitative reasoning with functions, and solving equations and inequalities.  Instruction and assessment should include the appropriate use of manipulatives and technology. Mathematics concepts should be represented in multiple ways, such as concrete/pictorial, verbal/written, numeric/data-based, graphical, and symbolic.

No Core Teacher recommendation

Test scores

27.09900

Algebra I 

910

Algebra I is the first course in a sequence of three required high school courses designed to ensure career and college readiness. The course represents a discrete study of algebra with correlated statistics applications. The standards in the three-course high school sequence specify the mathematics that all students should study in order to be college and career ready. Additional mathematics content is provided in fourth credit courses and advanced courses including pre-calculus, calculus, advanced statistics, discrete mathematics, and mathematics of finance courses. High school course content standards are listed by conceptual categories including Number and Quantity, Algebra, Functions, Geometry, and Statistics and Probability. Conceptual categories portray a coherent view of high school mathematics content; a student’s work with functions, for example, crosses a number of traditional course boundaries, potentially up through and including Calculus. Standards for Mathematical Practice provide the foundation for instruction and assessment.

Yes Required None

27.09900

Honors Algebra I

89 

Honors Algebra I is the first in a sequence of mathematics courses designed to ensure that students are prepared to take higher-level mathematics courses during their

Yes Core Meets criteria of FHSCCA Honors Contract

high school career.  The course represents a discrete study of Algebra with correlated statistics applications.  The Honors Algebra I course is designed to provide students with an in-depth level of instruction, an accelerated pace and a cooperative learning environment.  The course guides students in the development of critical thinking skills and algebraic problem-solving skills which provide the foundation for real world problem-solving.  It is targeted to highly motivated students.  This course prepares students for success in Honors Geometry, Honors Pre-Calculus and AP Calculus AB.

27.09910

Geometry 10 Geometry is the second course in a sequence of three required high school courses designed to ensure career and college readiness. The course represents a discrete study of geometry with correlated statistics applications. The standards in the three-course high school sequence specify the mathematics that all students should study in order to be college and career ready. Additional mathematics content is provided in fourth credit courses and advanced courses including pre-calculus, calculus, advanced statistics, discrete mathematics, and mathematics of finance courses. High school course content

No Required None

standards are listed by conceptual categories including Number and Quantity, Algebra, Functions, Geometry, and Statistics and Probability. Conceptual categories portray a coherent view of high school mathematics content; a student’s work with functions, for example, crosses a number of traditional course boundaries, potentially up through and including calculus.

27.09910

Honors Geometry

10 Honors Geometry is the second in a sequence of mathematics courses designed to ensure that students are prepared to take higher-level mathematics courses during their high school career.  The course represents a discrete study of geometry with correlated statistics applications.  The Honors Geometry course is designed to provide students with an in-depth level of instruction, an accelerated pace and a cooperative learning environment.  It is targeted to highly motivated students who have successfully completed Honors Algebra I.  This course prepares students for success in Honors Pre-Calculus and AP Calculus AB.

No Core Meets criteria of FHSCCA Honors Contract

27.09920

Algebra II 

1011

Algebra II is the culminating course in a sequence of three high school courses designed to ensure career and college readiness. It is designed to prepare students for

No Required None

fourth course options relevant to their career pursuits. The standards in the three-course high school sequence specify the mathematics that all students should study in order to be college and career ready. Additional mathematics content is provided in fourth credit courses and advanced courses including pre-calculus, calculus, advanced statistics, discrete mathematics, and mathematics of finance courses. High school course content standards are listed by conceptual categories including Number and Quantity, Algebra, Functions, Geometry, and Statistics and Probability. Conceptual categories portray a coherent view of high school mathematics content; a student’s work with functions, for example, crosses a number of traditional course boundaries, potentially up through and including calculus. Standards for Mathematical Practice provide the foundation for instruction and assessment.

27.09920

Honors Algebra II

11 Algebra II is the culminating course in a sequence of three high school courses designed to ensure career and college readiness. It is designed to prepare students for fourth course options relevant to their career pursuits. The standards in the three-course high school sequence specify the mathematics that all students should study in

No Core Meets criteria of FHSCCA Honors Contract

order to be college and career ready. Additional mathematics content is provided in fourth credit courses and advanced courses including pre-calculus, calculus, advanced statistics, discrete mathematics, and mathematics of finance courses. High school course content standards are listed by conceptual categories including Number and Quantity, Algebra, Functions, Geometry, and Statistics and Probability. Conceptual categories portray a coherent view of high school mathematics content; a student’s work with functions, for example, crosses a number of traditional course boundaries, potentially up through and including calculus. Standards for Mathematical Practice provide the foundation for instruction and assessment.

27.09770

Accelerated Pre-Calculus

1112

      

Accelerated Pre-Calculus focuses on standards to prepare students for a more intense study of mathematics. The critical areas organized in seven units delve deeper into content from previous courses. The study of circles and parabolas is extended to include other conics such as ellipses and hyperbolas. Trigonometric functions are further developed to include inverses, general triangles and identities. Matrices provide an organizational structure in which to represent and solve complex problems. Students expand the concepts of complex numbers and the coordinate

No  

Core            

Meets criteria of FHSCCA Honors Contract 

plane to represent and operate upon vectors. Probability rounds out the course using counting methods, including their use in making and evaluating decisions. The Mathematical Practice Standards apply throughout each course and, together with the content standards, prescribe that students experience mathematics as a coherent, useful, and logical subject that makes use of their ability to make sense of problem situations.  The Accelerated Pre-Calculus course is designed to provide students with an in-depth level of instruction, an accelerated pace and a cooperative learning environment. It is targeted to highly motivated students. This course prepares students for success in AP Calculus and AP Statistics.

27.08500

Advanced Mathematical Decision Making

12 This is a course designed to follow the completion of Advanced Algebra with support or Algebra II support.  The course will give students further experience with statistical information and summaries, methods of designing and conducting statistical studies, and an opportunity to analyze various voting processes, modeling of data, and basic financial decisions for making informed decisions.

No Required if taken for 4th Math

None

27.09000 

Technical College Readiness Mathematics

12 This course is designed to meet the needs of students who have passed Algebra I/Coordinate Algebra and Geometry/Analytic Geometry. This course is aimed at students who have experienced difficulty in

 No Core for 4th Math course

The course is designed for students who have

experienced difficulty in passing middle school

mathematics End of Grade (EOG) assessments, have

passing middle school mathematics EOG assessments and have struggled significantly in high school math courses. Only students who score a 34 or lower on the ACCUPLACER Placement Assessment will be considered for placement in this course. This course will provide an opportunity for students to review mathematical skills needed for success in a technical college. This course does not meet the rigor requirements of a university/college course.

struggled significantly in the first two high school

mathematics courses, and have scored less than 229 on

the Next-Generation ACCUPLACER® Arithmetic

Placement Test*. To recognize the struggle of students in high school

algebra, students may also qualify if they received a

Beginning Learner or Developing Learner designation on the

Coordinate Algebra/Algebra I End of Course assessment.

27.07200

Advanced Placement Calculus AB

12 Provides a foundation for the study of advanced mathematics. Calculus includes a study of elementary functions, limits and continuity, derivatives, differentiation, applications of derivatives, integration and applications of the integral. Many of the topics taught in Advanced Placement (AP) Calculus are taught in the Calculus course. Follows the College Board syllabus for the Advanced Placement Calculus AB Examination. Includes properties of functions and graphs, limits and continuity, differential and integral calculus.

No Core/Elective (can be

taken for 4th Math)

Accelerated Pre-Calculus

Meets criteria of FHSCCA Honors Contract

SCIENCE

Course Numbe

rCourse Name

Grade Course Description GAM

SRequired

Core/ElectivePrerequisit

es

26.06110      

Environmental Science

      

 

9      

The Environmental Science curriculum is designed to extend student investigations that began in grades K-8.  This curriculum is extensively performance, lab and field based.  It integrates the study of many components of our environment, including the human impact on our planet.  Instruction should focus on student data collection and analysis.  Some concepts are global; in those cases, interpretation of global data sets from scientific sources is strongly recommended.  It would be appropriate to utilize resources on the Internet for global data sets and interactive models. Chemistry, physics, mathematical, and technological concepts should be integrated throughout the course.  Whenever possible, careers related to environmental science should be emphasized.

No       

Required (if student has not taken Chemistry)

     

None       

26.01200

Biology 

10 The Biology curriculum is designed to continue student investigations of the life sciences that began in grades K-8 and provide students the necessary skills to be proficient in biology.  This curriculum includes more abstract concepts such as the interdependence of organisms, the relationship of matter, energy, and organization in living systems, the behavior of organisms, and biological evolution.  Students will investigate biological concepts through experience in laboratories and field work using the processes of inquiry.

Yes Required None

26.01200

Honors Biology

910

The Honors Biology course is designed to promote the cognitive and affective growth of gifted and/or high-ability learners. It is rigorous

Yes Core Meets criteria of FHSCCA

and demanding. The curriculum enriches, extends and accelerates students’ learning in the area of Biology. Students investigate biology concepts through laboratory experiences and field work using advanced critical thinking and inquiry-based lab skills.  In addition to the standards covered in the regular Biology class, the Honors Biology class differs in several ways.  Students are required to complete independent research projects and reading outside of classroom instruction.  Students should have strong study and organizational skills to manage the fast pace of this course.

Honors Contract

40.01100     

Physical Science

  

 

11    

The Physical Science curriculum is designed to continue student investigations of the physical sciences that began in grades K-8 and provide students the necessary skills to have a richer knowledge base in physical science.  This course is designed as a survey course of chemistry and physics.  This curriculum includes the more abstract concepts such as the conceptualization of the structure of atoms, motion and forces, and the conservation of energy and matter, the action/reaction principle, and wave behavior.  Students investigate physical science concepts through experience in laboratories and field work using the processes of inquiry.

No Required (if student has not taken Physics I)

None

40.05100

Honors Chemistry

1011 

The Honors Chemistry course is designed to promote the cognitive and affective growth of gifted and/or high-ability learners. It is rigorous and demanding. The curriculum enriches, extends and accelerates students’ learning in the area of Chemistry. Students are required to complete reading assignments, formal lab reports, and independent research outside of

No 

Required (if student has not

taken Environmental Science)

Algebra I 

Meets criteria of FHSCCA Honors

Contract

classroom instruction.  Students should possess strong math skills to successfully perform calculations necessary for this course.

Accelerated Math

sequencesuggested

40.08100

Honors Physics

1112

The Physics curriculum is designed to continue student investigations of the physical sciences that began in grades K-8 and provide students the necessary skills to be proficient in physics.  This curriculum includes more abstract concepts such as interactions of matter and energy, velocity, acceleration, force, energy, momentum, and charge.  This course introduces the students to the study of the corrections to Newtonian physics given by quantum mechanics and relativity.  Students investigate physics concepts through experience in laboratories and field work using the processes of inquiry.

No Required if student has not taken

Physical Science for a high school credit

(course meets fourth science

requirement-GA Board of Regents

approved)

Geometry

Meets criteria of FHSCCA Honors

Contract

26.07100

Zoology 12 This is a laboratory based course that will survey the nine major phyla of the Kingdom Animalia. Morphology, taxonomy, anatomy, and physiology of porifera, cnidaria, platyhelminthes, nematode, rotifer, annelid, bryozoa, mollusca, arthropods, echinodemata, hemichordate, chordate, agnatha, chondrichthyes, osteichthyes, amphibian, reptilian, aves, and mammalian will be investigated through comparative studies done during laboratory observations and dissections. Furthermore, students will compare and contrast methods used by organisms from different phyla to accomplish basic life processes.

No Elective (course meets 4th Science requirement—GA Board of Regents

approved)

Biology

SOCIAL STUDIES

Course Numbe

rCourse Name Gra

de Course Description GMAS

RequiredCore/

ElectivePrerequisites

45.07110

Accelerated World Geography Online  

Rising 9

The world geography course through Edgeunity provides students with an analytical view of how geographic factors have and continue to influence human behavior on the earth.  Students will examine how the physical and cultural geographic factors contribute to varying levels of cooperation within the major world regions. Additionally, students will examine the importance that political, environmental, and economic factors have in a region’s development. 

No Elective None

45.08300

World History 9 A survey course beginning with the earliest civilizations and highlighting important developments throughout the world until the early 21st century.  The course includes topics related to Early Civilizations and Classical Empires; Growth, Expansion, and the Emergence of the Modern World; Global Interaction and Conflict; and the Contemporary World.

No Required None

45.08110

Advanced Placement World History: Modern

9 Conforms to the five major themes, key concepts, and historical thinking skills as suggested by the College Board. The course is global in perspective with a particular interest in the social, political, cultural, and economic development of Asia and Africa although western civilization in Europe and the Americas are addressed. The time period covered is from 1200 to present.  

No Core Meets criteria of FHSCCA

Honors Contract

45.05700

American Government/Civics

10      

An in-depth study of the American political system. This course focuses on the foundation, principles and structure of the American system of government, examines the role of political parties, social factors as they relate to the role of the citizen, and analyzes the decision-making process that are a part of the system of American political

No Required None

  behavior. This course meets the state’s Citizenship requirement for graduation.

45.05700

Honors American Government/Civics 

10 This course is designed to promote the cognitive and affective growth of gifted and/or high-ability learners. The curriculum enriches, extends and accelerates students learning in the area of American Government. In addition to the standards covered in the regular American Government class, the Honors American Government differs in the following ways: an in-depth study of the Constitution; concentrated lessons on the Constitutional Amendments; outside assignments/projects on the Legislative Branch, Executive branch, and Judicial branch. Local government (city and county) is covered in detail as well.

No Core Meets criteria of FHSCCA

Honors Contract

45.08100

United States History

11 Examines the history of the United States beginning with the British settlement of North America.  The course’s main focus is the development of the United States in the 20th and 21st centuries.  The course includes topics related to Colonization through the Constitution; New Republic to Reconstruction; Industrialization, Reform, and Imperialism; Establishment as a World Power; and the Modern Era.

Yes Required None

45.08200

Advanced Placement United States History

11 In AP U.S. History, students investigate significant events, individuals, developments, and processes in nine historical periods from approximately 1491 to the present. Students develop and use the same skills and methods employed by historians: analyzing primary and secondary sources; developing historical arguments; making historical connections; and utilizing reasoning about comparison, causation, and continuity and change. The course also provides eight themes that students explore throughout the course in order to make connections among historical developments in different times and places: American and national

No Core World History (recommende

d)

American Government/

Civics (recommende

d)

Meets criteria of FHSCCA

Honors

identity; work, exchange, and technology; geography and the environment; migration and settlement; politics and power; America in the world; American and regional culture; and social structures.

Contract

45.06100  

Economics/Business/Free Enterprise

12 An in-depth study of the American economy.  This course is an introduction to the principles of economics.  The course includes topics related to Fundamental Economic Concepts, Microeconomics, Macroeconomics, International Economics, and Personal Finance.

No Required None

45.06200

Advanced Placement Macroeconomics

Explore the principles of economics that apply to an economic system as a whole. You’ll use graphs, charts, and data to analyze, describe, and explain economic concepts.

No Core/Elective

None

FOREIGN LANGUAGES

Course Numbe

rCourse Name

Grade Course Description GMA

SRequired

Core/Elective Prerequisites

60.07100

Spanish I 9101112

The Level I language course focuses on the development of communicative competence in the target language and understanding of the culture(s) of the people who speak the language. It focuses on the four levels of language acquisition which include listening, speaking, reading, and writing in an integrated way. It also builds a foundation for the level II language course. 

No 2 foreign languages required for college-

bound students

No

60.07200

Spanish II 101112

The Level II language course focuses on the continued development of communicative competence in the target language and understanding of the culture(s) of the people who speak the language. It assumes that the students have successfully completed a Level I course or are at a Novice-Mid level of proficiency. Students begin to show a greater level of accuracy when using basic language structures, and they are exposed to more complex features of the language. Students continue to focus on communicating about their immediate world and daily life activities, read material on familiar topics, and write short, directed compositions.

No 2 foreign languages required for college-

bound students

Spanish I

60.07300

Spanish III

101112

The Level III language course focuses on the continued development of communicative competence in the target language and understanding of the culture(s) of the people who speak the language. It assumes that the students have completed a Level II course or

No Required if pursuing foreign language

pathway; otherwise, no

Spanish I and Spanish II

are at an intermediate-high level of proficiency. Students are exposed to more complex features of the language, moving from concrete to some abstract concepts. The major means of communication between students and instructors is in the target language.

60.07100

Spanish I (online)

9101112

Students begin their introduction to high school Spanish via Edgenuity under the direct supervision of a certified teacher. This course will focus on fundamental building blocks in four key areas of foreign language study: listening comprehension, speaking, reading, and writing. Each unit consists of an ongoing adventure story, a new vocabulary theme and grammar concept, numerous interactive games reinforcing vocabulary and grammar, reading and listening comprehension activities, speaking and writing activities, and multimedia cultural presentations covering major Spanish-speaking areas in Europe and the Americas. 

No 2 foreign languages required for college-

bound students

No

60.07200

Spanish II (online)

101112

High school students continue their introduction to Spanish via Edgenuity under the direct supervision of a certified teacher. This course will continue to focus on the fundamental building blocks in four key areas of foreign language study: listening comprehension, speaking, reading, and writing. Each unit consists of an ongoing adventure story, a new vocabulary theme and grammar concept, numerous interactive games reinforcing vocabulary and grammar, reading and listening comprehension activities, speaking and writing activities, cultural presentations covering major Spanish-speaking areas in Europe and the

No 2 foreign languages required for college-

bound students

Spanish I

Americas, and assessments.

11.47100

Computer Science Principles

9101112

This course emphasizes the content, practices, thinking and skills central to the discipline of computer science. Through both its content and pedagogy, this course aims to appeal to a broad audience. The focus of this course will fall into these computational thinking practices: connecting computing, developing computational artifacts, abstracting, analyzing problems and artifacts, communicating, and collaborating.

No Core or ElectiveThis course meets

the 4th math requirement, 4th

science requirement, or half of the World

Languages requirement

None

11.01600

AP Computer Science A (Java)

101112

Students will learn to design and implement computer programs that solve problems relevant to today’s society, including art, media, and engineering. AP Computer Science A teaches object-oriented programming using the Java language and is meant to be the equivalent of a first semester, college-level course in computer science. It will emphasize problem solving and algorithm development and use hands-on experiences and examples so that students can apply programming tools and solve complex problems. This course will prepare students for the end-of-course AP exam.

No Core or ElectiveThis course can meet

the 4th math requirement, 4th

science requirement, or half of the World

Languages requirement (see notes two pages prior for more information).

Algebra I (required)

Algebra II (recommende

d)

Introduction to computer

science (recommende

d)

PHYSICAL EDUCATION

Course Numbe

rCourse Name

Grade Course Description GMA

SRequired

Core/Elective

Prerequisites

36.05100

Personal Fitness(1/2 credit)

9101112

Provides instruction in methods to attain a healthy level of physical fitness. Covers how to develop a lifetime fitness program based on a personal fitness assessment and stresses strength, muscular endurance, flexibility, body composition and cardiovascular endurance. Includes fitness principles, nutrition, fad diets, weight control, stress management, adherence strategies and consumer information; promotes self-awareness and responsibility for fitness.

No Required(paired

with Health)

None

17.01100

Health(1/2 credit)

89

101112

Explores the mental, physical and social aspects of life and how each contributes to total health and well-being.  Emphasizes safety, nutrition, mental health, substance abuse prevention, disease prevention, environmental health, family life education, health careers, consumer health, and community health.

No Required(paired

with Personal Fitness)

None

36.05400

Weight Training (Male)

9101112

Introduces weight training; emphasizes strength development training and proper lifting techniques. Includes fitness concepts for developing healthy lifetime habits.

No Elective None

36.06400

Advanced Weight Training (Male)

9101112

Introduces weight training; emphasizes strength development training and proper lifting techniques. Includes fitness concepts for developing healthy lifetime habits.

No Elective Football Players

36.05200

Physical Conditioning (Female)

9101112

Provides opportunities to participate in a variety of activities to enhance flexibility, muscular strength and endurance, cardiovascular endurance and body composition. Includes fitness concepts for the development

No Elective None

of healthy lifetime habits. 

36.03100

Intermediate Team Sports

101112

Enhances skills and strategies in team sports such as basketball, volleyball, soccer, softball, baseball, field hockey, lacrosse, team handball and flag football.

No Elective None

FINE ARTS

Course Number

Course Name

Grade Course Description GMA

SRequired

Core/Elective

Prerequisites

52.02100

52.02200

52.02300

52.02400

Theatre Arts/Fundamentals I, II, III, IV

9101112

Dramatic Arts/Fundamentals I-IV develops and applies performance skills through access to basic vocal, physical and emotional exercises; includes improvisation and scene study and related technical art forms. Students may also participate in producing and studying children's theater in depth with performance opportunities, producing and studying literature as related to theater, producing and writing plays for presentation, and exploring the role of the playwright.

No Elective None

50.02110

Visual Arts/Comprehensive I

9101112

Introduces art history, art criticism, aesthetic judgment and studio production. Emphasizes the ability to understand and use elements and principles of design through a variety of media, processes and visual resources. Explores master artworks for historical and cultural significance.

No Elective None

50.03110

Visual Arts/Drawing I

9101112

Explores a variety of drawing techniques and media. Emphasizes development of basic drawing skills and critical analysis skills for responding to master drawings. Examines solutions to drawing problems through student drawings and those of other artists. Covers Western and non-Western cultures.

No Elective None

50. 03210

Visual Arts/Painting I

9101112

Explores a variety of techniques and wide range of painting media. Emphasizes developing basic painting and critical analysis skills for responding to master paintings. Examines solutions to painting problems through the study of color theory and composition. Emphasizes the concept and development of personal style. Covers Western and non-Western cultures.

No Elective None

50.06110

Visual Arts/Sculpture I

9101112

Introduces the design and production of relief sculpture and sculpture-in-the-round. Emphasizes the historical origins and functions of sculpture in Western and non-Western cultures. Includes additive, subtractive, and modeling methods. Explores traditional and nontraditional materials for sculpted works and the work of both historical and contemporary sculptural artists.

No Elective None

50.08130

AP 2-D Art and Design

9101112

Develop your skills in a two-dimensional medium such as graphic design, photography, collage, printmaking, and others as you learn the principles of 2-D design. You’ll create artwork that reflects your own ideas and skills and what you’ve learned.

No Elective None

53.03610

Beginning Band

9101112

Provides opportunities to develop performance skills on a wind or percussion instrument. Emphasizes performance and production; may include analysis, historical and cultural influences, improvisation and appreciation of music. Organizes objectives for self-paced progress through all four levels. Stresses individual progress and group experiences.

No Elective None

53.03810

Advanced Band

9101112 

Provides opportunities for advanced-level performers to increase, develop and refine performance skills and precision on a wind or percussion instrument. Covers performance and production, analysis and theoretical studies, historical and cultural contributions and influences, creative aspects of music and appreciation of music at advanced levels of understanding. Organizes objectives for self-paced progress through all four levels. Stresses individual progress and learning strategies and ensemble experiences.

No Elective None

53.08410

Beginning Guitar

9101112

This course is designed to be a beginning guitar course in which students perform, respond, create, and connect to music through the guitar.

No Elective None

54.0212000

Beginning Chorus

9 Provides opportunities to develop performance skills and knowledge in choral singing. Covers performance and production, analysis and theoretical studies, historical and cultural contributions and influences, creative aspects of music, and appreciation of music. Organizes objectives for self-paced progress. Stresses individual progress and group experiences.

No Elective None

54.02210

Intermediate Chorus 

101112

Provides intermediate-level performers opportunities to increase performance skills and knowledge in mixed choral singing. Covers performance and production, analysis and theoretical studies, historical and cultural contributions and influences, creative aspects of music and appreciation of music. Organizes objectives for self-paced progress through all four levels. Stresses individual progress and group experiences.

No Elective None

54.02310

Advanced Chorus (Show Choir)

9101112

Provides advanced-level performers opportunities to increase performance skills and knowledge in mixed choral singing. Covers performance and production, analysis and theoretical studies, historical and cultural contributions and influences, creative aspects of music and appreciation of music. Organizes objectives for self-paced progress through all four levels. Stresses individual progress and group experiences.

No Elective Approval through

Show Choir Audition

FHSCCA PATHWAY OPTIONS

AIM (Agriculture, Industrial, and Manufacturing Academy

Education and Human Services Academy

Agriscience Systems Basic Agriculture Science Plant Science and Biotechnology Animal Science and Biotechnology

Agriculture Mechanics Basic Agriculture Science Agriculture Mechanics Technology I Agriculture Mechanics Technology

II

DE Auto Electrical/Electronic Systems Technician

DE Automotive Climate Control Technician

DE Basic Mechatronics Technician

DE Basic Shielded Metal Arc Welder

DE Gas Metal Arc Welder

Early Childhood Education Early Childhood I Early Childhood II Early Childhood III and ECE

Practicum

JROTC – Army JROTC – 1 Alpha JROTC – 1 Bravo JROTC – 2 Alpha JROTC – 2 Bravo JROTC – 3 Alpha JROTC – 3 Bravo JROTC – 4 Alpha JROTC – 4 Bravo

Teaching as a Profession Examining the Teaching

Profession Contemporary Issues in

Education Teaching as a Profession

Practicum

DE Child Development Specialist

DE Food Production Worker

DE Shampoo Technician

Allied Health Academy

Health Informatics/Health Information Management/Medical Office

Introduction Healthcare Science Essentials of Healthcare Health Information

Management/Medical Office

Therapeutic Services/Exercise Physiology

Introduction Healthcare Science Essentials of Healthcare Fundamentals of Exercise

Physiology

STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, and math)

AcademyAudio-Video Technology

Audio-Video Technology and Film I

Audio-Video Technology and Film II

Audio-Video Technology and Film III

Business and Technology Intro to Business and Technology

Therapeutic Services/Patient Care Introduction Healthcare Science Essentials of Healthcare

Business and Technology Business Communications

Engineering and Technology Foundations of Engineering Engineering Concepts Engineering Applications

STEAM Academy (continued)Game Design

Introduction to Digital Technology Computer Science Principles Game Design: Animation and Simulation

Music Career – Instrumental Focus *3 credits are the minimum requirement for a music pathway. For specific course information see pages 42-44

Music Career – Vocal Focus *3 credits are the minimum requirement for a music pathway. For specific course information see pages 42-44

Visual Art Career Pathway *3 credits are the minimum requirement for a music pathway. For specific course information see pages 42-44

Web and Digital Design Introduction to Digital Technology Digital Design Web Design

DE Camera Assistant

AIM ACADEMY

Course Numbe

rCourse Name Gra

de Course Description GMAS

RequiredCore/Elective

Prerequisites

02.47100

Basic Agricultural Science   **Introduction course to all Agricultural Pathways

89

101112

This course is designed as the foundational course for all Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources Pathways. The course introduces the major areas of scientific agricultural production and research; presents problem solving lessons and introductory skills and knowledge in agricultural science and agri-related technologies. Classroom and laboratory activities are supplemented through supervised agricultural experiences and leadership programs and activities. This course is the prerequisite for all AFNR pathways and is intended for students in grades 8-10

No Elective None

02.42100

Animal Science Technology/Biotechnology   

9101112

This course is designed to introduce students to the scientific principles that underlie the breeding and husbandry of agricultural animals, and the production, processing, and distribution of agricultural animal products. This course introduces scientific principles applied to the animal industry; covers reproduction, production technology, processing, and distribution of agricultural animal products. Classroom and laboratory activities are supplemented through supervised agricultural experiences and leadership programs and activities.

No Core or Elective (course meets fourth science

requirement-GA Board of Regents

approved)

Basic Ag

02.44100

Plant Science and Biotechnology

910

Plant science is a basic component of the agriscience pathway. This course introduces

No Core or Elective (course meets

Basic Ag

  

 

1112

students to the scientific theories, principles, and practices involved in the production and management of plants for food, feed, fiber, conservation and ornamental use. Classroom and laboratory activities are supplemented through supervised agricultural experiences and leadership programs and activities. 

fourth science requirement-GA Board of Regents

approved)

01.42100

Agricultural Mechanics Technology I

  

9101112

This laboratory course is designed to provide students with introductory level experiences in selected major areas of agricultural mechanics technology which may include wood working, agricultural structures, electrical wiring, electric arc welding, oxy/fuel cutting and welding processes, and power equipment operation and maintenance. Learning activities include information, skill development and problem solving. 

No Elective Basic Ag

01.42200

Agricultural Mechanics Technology II

  

101112

The goal of this laboratory course is to offer students intermediate level experiences in selected major areas of agricultural mechanics technology which may include small engine maintenance and repair, metal fabrication, concrete construction, building construction, plumbing, electrical wiring, soil and water conservation, and maintenance of agricultural machinery, equipment and tractors. Learning activities include information, skill development, and problem solving. 

No Elective Agricultural Mechanics Technology

I

47.45000

Automotive Technologies 1

9101112

This course is designed as the foundational course for the General Automotive Technology pathway. Students in this course will learn the basic skills needed to gain employment as an entry level automotive technician. Students will be exposed to courses in automotive preventative maintenance, brakes, steering

No Elective None

and suspension, electrical systems, engine repair, engine performance, automatic transmission, manual transmission and differential & automotive HVAC. The hours completed in this course are aligned with ASE standards and are a base for the entry-level technician.

DE Automotive Electrical/Electronic Systems Technician (AE41)

10 11 12

This certificate program provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to diagnose, service, and repair basic electrical/electronic automotive systems as an entry level technician. Topics covered include automotive shop safety, electrical theory and circuit diagnosis, automotive batteries, starting and charging systems, instrumentation, lighting, and various vehicle accessories.

Courses required:AUTT 1010 – Introduction to Automotive TechnologyAUTT 1020 – Automotive Electrical Systems

DE Automotive Climate Control Technician (AH21)

10 11 12

The Automotive Climate Control Technician certificate program provides students with skills for entering the automotive service industry as an entry level climate control technician. Topics covered include: basic shop safety, electrical/electronic theory and diagnosis, and the theory, operation, diagnosis and servicing of automotive climate control systems.

Courses required:AUTT 1010 – Introduction to Automotive TechnologyAUTT 1020 – Automotive Electrical Systems

AUTT 1060 – Automotive Climate Control Systems

DE Basic Mechatronics Technician (BM51)

10 11 12

The Basic Mechatronics Technician certificate program is designed to provide students with entry level understanding and skills to perform duties on Mechatronic equipment. The skills include an introduction to DC and AC Circuits, Pneumatic Systems, Industrial Controls and PLCs. Students will receive both lecture/instructor led curriculum along with practical hands-on sessions. Students will obtain knowledge which will provide an understanding of the basic technologies used in industry to achieve automated processes.

Courses required:MCTX 1011 – Basic Mechatronics Fundamentals Level IMCTX 1012 – Basic Mechatronics Fundamentals Level IIMCTX 1013 – Basic Mechatronics Fundamentals Level IIIMCTX 1014 – Basic Mechatronics Fundamentals Level IV

DE Basic Shielded Metal Arc Welder (FS31)

10 11 12

The Basic Shielded Metal Arc Welder Technical Certificate of Credit prepares students for careers in the welding and joining industry. This certificate emphasizes arc welding in the flat position.

Courses required:WELD 1000 – Introduction to Welding

TechnologyWELD 1010 – Oxyfuel and Plasma CuttingWELD 1040 – Flat Shielded Metal Arc Welding

DE Gas Metal Arc Welder (GM31)

10 11 12

The Gas Metal Arc Welder Technical Certificate of Credit prepares students for welding careers in the MIG process. Topics include an introduction to welding technology, oxyfuel cutting techniques, and MIG welding techniques and processes.

Courses required:WELD 1000 – Introduction to Welding TechnologyWELD 1010 – Oxyfuel and Plasma CuttingWELD 1090 – Gas Metal Arc WeldingChoose one of the followingWELD 1030 – Blueprint Reading for Welding TechnologyWELD 1040 – Flat Shielded Metal Arc Welding

WELD 1150 – Advanced Gas Tungsten Arc WeldingWELD 1151 - Fabrication ProcessesWELD 1152 – Pipe WeldingWELD 1153 – Flux Cored Arc Welding

ALLIED HEALTH ACADEMY

Course Numbe

rCourse Name

Grade Course Description GMA

SRequired

Core/ElectivePrerequisite

s

25.52100

Introduction to Healthcare Science  

9101112

Introduction to Healthcare Science is the foundational course for all Health Science pathways and is a prerequisite for all other Healthcare Science pathway courses. This course will enable students to receive initial exposure to the many Healthcare Science careers as well as employability, communication, and technology skills necessary in the healthcare industry. Theconcepts of human growth and development, interaction with patients and family members, health, wellness, and preventative care are evaluated, as well as the legal, ethical responsibilities of today’s healthcare provider. Fundamental healthcare skills development isinitiated including microbiology, basic life support and first aid. This course will provide students with a competitive edge to be the better candidate for either entry into the healthcare global marketplace and/or the post-secondary institution of their choice to continue their education and training.

No Elective  

None

25.44000

Essentials of Healthcare

101112

Anatomy and Physiology is a vital part of most healthcare post-secondary education programs. The Essentials of Healthcare is a medical-focused anatomy course addressing the physiology of each body system, along with the investigation of common diseases, disorders and emerging diseases. The prevention of disease and the diagnosis and treatment that

No Core or Elective (Student will

receive a Human Anatomy credit in conjunction with

Essentials of Healthcare)

Introduction to Healthcare

Science

might be utilized are addressed, along with medical terminology related to each system.

25.49700

Health Information Management/ Medical Office

101112

This course will orient the student to health information management and working in a medical office. Topics include introducing students to skills and knowledge utilized in a medical office, the structure of healthcare in the United States, healthcare providers, and the structure and function of professional organizations. The course provides students with medical office computer and software skills that include hardware and software components of computers for medical record applications; database software and information management; specialized information management systems in healthcare; methods of controlling confidentiality and patient rights; and accuracy and security of health information data in computer systems.

No Elective Introduction to Healthcare Science and Essentials of Healthcare

25.45400

Fundamentals of Exercise Physiology

1112

As the third course in the Physical Medicine/Exercise Physiology Career Pathway, this course is appropriate for students wishing to pursue a career in personal training or for those who desire an introduction in the field of exercise physiology. The course will enable students to perform fitness assessments, according to current guidelines, and to use data to develop exercise and training routines, fitness plans, and nutritional programs to fit the needs of clients. The concepts of human kinesiology will be evaluated and fundamental skills of goal setting, record keeping, and instruction techniques will be covered in the course. Proficiency in using and teaching others to use various types of exercise equipment and stretching techniques will be developed.

No Elective Introduction to Healthcare Science and Essentials of Healthcare

Personal, professional, and ethical skills, as well as the guidelines, and safety practices required within the field of personal training, will be learned and practiced. The ability to create routines and programs for fitness to meet the needs of the general population and to meet the special needs of targeted groups of individuals will be developed. 

Wiregrass Georgia Technical College Certificate Program (Dual Enrollment)

25.43600

DE Nurse Aide Fundamentals (Patient Care)

1112

Introduces student to the role and responsibilities of the Nurse Aide. Emphasis is placed on understanding and developing critical thinking skills, as well as demonstrating knowledge of the location and function of human body systems and common disease processes; responding to and reporting changes in a residents /patients condition, nutrition, vital signs; nutrition and diet therapy; disease processes; vital signs; observing, reporting and documenting changes in a residents condition; emergency concerns; ethics and legal issues and governmental agencies that influence the care of the elderly in long term care settings; mental health and psychosocial well-being of the elderly; use and care of mechanical devices and equipment; communication and interpersonal skills and skills competency based on federal guidelines. Specific topics include: roles and responsibilities of the Nurse Aide; communication and interpersonal skills; topography, structure, and function of the body systems; injury prevention and emergency preparedness; residents rights; basic patient care skills; personal care skills; and restorative care.

No Elective Introduction to Healthcare

Science

Essentials of Healthcare

 

EDUCATION AND HUMAN SERVICES ACADEMY

Course Numbe

rCourse Name Gra

de Course Description GMAS

RequiredCore/

ElectivePrerequisites

20.52810

Early Childhood Education I

     

9 10 11 12

The Early Childhood Education I course is the foundational course under the Early Childhood Care & Education pathway and prepares the student for

employment in early childhood education and services. The course addresses the knowledge, skills, attitudes, and behaviors associated with supporting and promoting optimal growth and

development of infants and children.

No Elective None

20.42400

Early Childhood II

10 11 12

Early Childhood Education II is the second course in the Early Childhood Care and Education pathway

and further prepares the student for employment in early childhood care and education services. The course provides a history of education, licensing

and accreditation requirements, and foundations of basic observation practices and applications. Early childhood care, education, and development issues are also addressed and include health, safety, and

nutrition education; certification in CPR/First Aid/Fire Safety; information about child abuse and neglect;

symptoms and prevention of major childhood illnesses and diseases; and prevention and control

of communicable illnesses.

No Elective Early Childhood Education I

20.42500

Early Childhood

Education III

11 12

Early Childhood Education III is the third course in the Early Childhood Care and Education pathway and one option for program completers who may not have the opportunity of participating in the

Early Childhood Education Internship. The course provides in-depth study of early brain development

No Elective Early Childhood Education I

& II

and its implications for early learning, appropriate technology integration, and developmentally

appropriate parenting and child guidance trends. Also addressed are collaborative

parent/teacher/child relationships and guidance, child directed play, the changing dynamics of family

culture and diversity, the causes and effects of stress on young children, and infant nutrition. Mastery of standards through project-based

learning, laboratory application, technical skills practice, and leadership development activities of the career and technical student organizations will provide students with a competitive edge for either entry into the education global marketplace and/or the post-secondary institution of their choice when

continuing their education and training.

20.42600

Early Childhood Education Practicum

11 12

The practicum offers a candidate in the Early Childhood Education career pathway a field experience under the direct supervision of a

certified early childhood educator (mentor). This field experience may be used as partial

requirements for the candidate to earn the nationally recognized CDA credential. The practicum

stresses observing, analyzing, and classifying activities of the mentor and comparing personal

traits with those of successful early childhood educators. The candidate intern will develop a

portfolio of their skills, plan and teach a lesson or lessons, understand and practice confidentiality as

it pertains to the teaching profession, meet the needs of students with special needs, maintain the

safety of the students, practice professionalism, and demonstrate ethical behavior.

No Elective Early Childhood Education I

& II

28.03110

JROTC – Army Leadership

Education – 1 Alpha

91011

Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (JROTC) is a leadership education program. This program will

help students build a strong knowledge base of self-discovery and leadership skills applicable to many

No Elective No

12 leadership and managerial situations. Mastery of these standards through project-based learning,

service learning and leadership development activities will prepare students for 21st Century

leadership responsibilities. This laboratory course is designed to introduce students to the history,

customs, traditions, and purpose of the Army JROTC program. It teaches students strategies to maximize their potential for success through learning and self-

management. Basic leadership skills to include leadership principles, values and attributes and

communications skills are integrated throughout the course. High school students develop an

understanding of learning style preferences, multiple intelligences, emotional intelligence, and study skills. These self- assessments will enable students to be self-directed learners. The JROTC curriculum is enhanced through physical fitness

activities, extracurricular and co-curricular activities that support the core employability skills standards

and McRel academic standards.

28.03120

JROTC – Army Leadership

Education – 1 Bravo

9101112

Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (JROTC) is a leadership education program. This program will

help students build a strong knowledge base of self-discovery and leadership skills applicable to many leadership and managerial situations. Mastery of these standards through project-based learning,

service learning and leadership development activities will prepare students for 21st Century

leadership responsibilities. This laboratory course is designed to introduce students to the history,

customs, traditions, and purpose of the Army JROTC program. It teaches students strategies to maximize their potential for success through learning and self-

management. Basic leadership skills to include leadership principles, values and attributes and

communications skills are integrated throughout the course. High school students develop an

No  Elective JROTC-1 Alpha

understanding of learning style preferences, multiple intelligences, emotional intelligence, and study skills. These self- assessments will enable students to be self-directed learners. The JROTC curriculum is enhanced through physical fitness

activities, extracurricular and co-curricular activities that support the core employability skills standards

and McRel academic standards.

28.03210

JROTC – Army Leadership

Education – 2 Alpha

101112

This laboratory course is designed to build on the self-discovery skills sets taught in JROTC 1. As self-directed learners, students study the fundamentals

citizenship skills, the foundation of the American political system and our Constitution. Personal

responsibility and wellness is reinforced by diet, nutrition and physical fitness activities. Drug and alcohol awareness and prevention are reinforced.

Students are placed in leadership roles that enable them to demonstrate an understanding of basic leadership principles, values, and attributes. The

Junior ROTC curriculum is enhanced through physical fitness activities, extracurricular and cocurricular activities that support the core

employability skills standards and McRel academic standards.

No  Elective JROTC – 1 Alpha

JROTC - 1 Bravo

28.03220

JROTC – Army Leadership

Education - 2 Bravo

101112

This laboratory course is designed to build on the self-discovery skills sets taught in JROTC 1. As self-directed learners, students study the fundamentals

citizenship skills, the foundation of the American political system and our Constitution. Personal

responsibility and wellness is reinforced by diet, nutrition and physical fitness activities. Drug and alcohol awareness and prevention are reinforced.

Students are placed in leadership roles that enable them to demonstrate an understanding of basic leadership principles, values, and attributes. The

Junior ROTC curriculum is enhanced through physical fitness activities, extracurricular and

NO  Elective JROTC – 1 Alpha

JROTC - 1 Bravo

JROTC – 2 Alpha

cocurricular activities that support the core employability skills standards and McRel academic

standards.

28.03310

JROTC – Army Leadership

Education – 3 Alpha

1112

This laboratory course is designed to build on the leadership experiences developed during JROTC

Army 1 and 2. Basic command and staff principles are introduced and include an overview of

organizational roles and responsibilities. Leadership strategies, managing conflict, leading others,

planning and communications skills are evaluated to improve organizational effectiveness. Career

planning is investigated. The Junior ROTC curriculum is enhanced through physical fitness activities, extracurricular and co-curricular activities that

support the core employability skills standards and McRel academic standards.

No  Elective JROTC – 1 Alpha

JROTC - 1 Bravo

JROTC – 2 Alpha

JROTC – 2 Bravo

28.03320

JROTC – Army Leadership

Education - 3 Bravo

1112

This laboratory course is designed to build on the leadership experiences developed during JROTC Army 1 and 2. Basic command and staff principles are introduced and include an overview of organizational roles and responsibilities. Leadership strategies, managing conflict, leading others, planning and communications skills are evaluated to improve organizational effectiveness. Career planning is investigated. The Junior ROTC curriculum is enhanced through physical fitness activities, extracurricular and co-curricular activities that support the core employability skills standards and McRel academic standards.

No  Elective JROTC – 1 Alpha

JROTC - 1 Bravo

JROTC – 2 Alpha

JROTC – 2 Bravo

JROTC – 3Alpha

28.03410

JROTC – Army Leadership

Education – 4 Alpha

12 Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (JROTC) is a leadership education program. This program will

help students build a strong knowledge base of self-discovery and leadership skills applicable to many leadership and managerial situations. Mastery of these standards through project-based learning,

No  Elective JROTC – 1 Alpha

JROTC - 1 Bravo

JROTC – 2 Alpha

service learning and leadership development activities will prepare students for 21st Century

leadership responsibilities. This laboratory course is designed build on the leadership skills developed in

JROTC 3. Students develop an in-depth understanding of the branches of military service. Intermediate leadership skills to include leadership

principles, values and attributes and communications skills are integrated throughout the course. Financial planning skills are studied through

the National Endowment for Financial Education. Fundamental teaching skills are introduced. The JROTC curriculum is enhanced through physical

fitness activities, extracurricular and co- curricular activities that support the core employability skills

standards and McRel academic.

JROTC – 2 Bravo

JROTC – 3 Alpha

JROTC – 3 Bravo

28.03420

JROTC – Army Leadership

Education - 4 Bravo

12 Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (JROTC) is a leadership education program. This program will

help students build a strong knowledge base of self-discovery and leadership skills applicable to many leadership and managerial situations. Mastery of these standards through project-based learning,

service learning and leadership development activities will prepare students for 21st Century

leadership responsibilities. This laboratory course is designed build on the leadership skills developed in

JROTC 3. Students develop an in-depth understanding of the branches of military service. Intermediate leadership skills to include leadership

principles, values and attributes and communications skills are integrated throughout the course. Financial planning skills are studied through

the National Endowment for Financial Education. Fundamental teaching skills are introduced. The JROTC curriculum is enhanced through physical

fitness activities, extracurricular and co- curricular activities that support the core employability skills

standards and McRel academic

No  Elective JROTC – 1 Alpha

JROTC - 1 Bravo

JROTC – 2 Alpha

JROTC – 2 Bravo

JROTC – 3 Alpha

JROTC – 3 Bravo

JROTC – 4 Alpha

13.01100

Examining the Teaching Profession

9101112

The Examining the Teaching Profession is the foundational course under the Teaching as a

Profession pathway and prepares students for future positions in the field of education. Teaching as a Profession students study, apply, and practice the use of current technologies, effective teaching and learning strategies, the creation of an effective learning environment, the creation of instructional

opportunities for diverse learners and students with special needs, and plan instruction based on

knowledge of subject matter, students, community, and curriculum performance standards.

No  Elective  none

13.01200

Contemporary Issues in

Education

9101112

This course engages the candidate in observations, interactions, and analyses of critical and

contemporary educational issues. The candidate will investigate issues influencing the social and political contexts of educational settings in Georgia and the United States and actively examines the teaching

profession from multiple vantage points both within and outside of the school. Against this backdrop,

the candidate will reflect on and interpret the meaning of education and schooling in a diverse

culture and examine the moral and ethical responsibilities of teaching in a democracy. (Mastery of standards through project-based

learning, technical skills practice, and leadership development activities of the career and technical student organization Future Educators of America

(FEA) will provide students with a competitive edge for either entry into the education global

marketplace and/or the post-secondary institution of their choice to continue their education and

training).

No  Elective  Examining the Teaching Profession

13.01300

Teaching as a Profession Practicum

101112

The practicum offers a candidate in the Teaching as a Profession career pathway a field experience

under the direct supervision of a certified teacher (mentor teacher). The practicum stresses observing,

No  Elective  Examining the Teaching Profession and Contemporary Issues in Education

analyzing and classifying activities of the mentor teacher and comparing personal traits with those of

successful teachers. The candidate intern will develop a portfolio of their skills, plan and teach a

lesson or lessons, understand and practice confidentiality as it pertains to the teaching

profession, meet the needs of students with special needs, maintain the safety of the students, practice professionalism, and demonstrate ethical behavior.

Mastery of standards through project-based learning, technical skills practice, and leadership

development activities of the career and technical student organization Future Educators of America (FEA) or Family, Career & Community Leaders of

America (FCCLA) will provide students with a competitive edge for either entry into the education

global marketplace and/or the post-secondary institution of their choice to continue their

education and training.

Wiregrass Georgia Technical College Certificate Program (Dual Enrollment)

DE Child Development

Specialist (CD61)

10 11 12

The Early Childhood Care and Education Child Development Specialist TCC is a sequence of five courses designed to prepare students for a variety of careers in the field of early childhood education. The program emphasizes the basics needed for a career in early childhood, but this TCC also includes more content about planning curriculum and working in the field. In addition, the student may complete a practicum and work in a childcare program. Graduates have qualifications to be employed in early care and education settings including childcare centers and Head Start.

Courses required:

ECCE 1101 – Introduction to Early Childhood Care and EducationECCE 1103 – Child Growth and DevelopmentECCE 1105 – Health, Safety and NutritionECCE 1112 – Curriculum and AssessmentChoose one of the following:EMPL 1000 – Interpersonal Relations and Professional DevelopmentECCE 1121 – Early Childhood Care and Education Practicum

DE Food Production Worker 1 (FPW1)

10 11 12

The Food Production Worker I technical certificate of credit is designed to provide basic entry-level skills for employment in the food service industry as prep cooks and banquet/service prep workers.

Courses required:CUUL 1000 – Fundamentals of Culinary ArtsCUUL 1110 – Culinary Safety and SanitationCUUL 1120 – Principles of CookingCUUL 1129 – Fundamentals of Restaurant Operations

DE Shampoo Technician

(ST11)

10 11 12

The Shampoo Technician Technical Certificate of Credit introduces courses that prepare students for careers in the field of Cosmetology as Shampoo Technicians. Learning opportunities develop academic and professional knowledge required for

job acquisition, retention, and advancement. The program emphasizes specialized training for safety, sanitation, state laws, rules and regulations, chemistry, anatomy and physiology, structure of the hair, diseases and disorders of the hair and scalp, hair and scalp analysis, basic hair and scalp treatments, basic shampooing techniques, reception sales, management, employability skills, and work ethics. Graduates receive a Shampoo Technician Technical Certificate of Credit and are employable as a Cosmetology salesperson, salon manager, or salon owner.

Courses required:COSM 1000 – Introduction to Cosmetology TheoryCOSM 1020 – Hair Care and TreatmentCOSM 1120 – Salon ManagementChoose one of the followingEMPL 1000 – Interpersonal Relations and Professional DevelopmentCOSM 1040 - Styling

STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math) ACADEMY

Course Numb

erCourse Name Gra

de Course Description GMAS

RequiredCore/Elective

Prerequisites

10.51810

Audio-Video Technology and Film I

9101112

This course will serve as the foundational course in the Audio & Video Technology & Film

pathway. The course prepares students for employment or entry into a postsecondary education program in the audio and video

technology career field. Topics covered may include, but are not limited to: terminology,

safety, basic equipment, script writing, production teams, production and

programming, lighting, recording and editing, studio production, and professional ethics.

Skills USA and Technology Student Association (TSA) are examples of, but not limited to, appropriate organizations for providing

leadership training and/or for reinforcing specific career and technical skills and may be considered an integral part of the instructional

program. All material covered in Audio & Video Technology & Film I will be utilized in

subsequent courses.

No Elective None

10.51910

Audio-Video Technology and Film II

9101112

This one credit course is the second in a series of three that prepares students for a career in Audio Video Technology and Film production

and/or to transfer to a postsecondary program for further study. Topics include Planning,

Writing, Directing and Editing a Production; Field Equipment Functions; Operational Set-Up

and Maintenance; Advanced Editing Operations; Studio Productions; Performance;

Audio/Video Control Systems; Production

No Elective Audio-Video Technology and Film I

Graphics; Career Opportunities; and Professional Ethics. Skills USA and Technology

Student Association (TSA) are examples of, but not limited to, appropriate organizations for providing leadership training and/or for

reinforcing specific career and technical skills and may be considered an integral part of the

instructional program

10.52010

Audio-Video Technology and Film III

9101112

This one-credit transition course is designed to facilitate student-led projects under the

guidance of the instructor. Students work cooperatively and independently in all phases

of production. Skills USA and Technology Student Association (TSA) are examples of, but not limited to, appropriate organizations for providing leadership training and/or for

reinforcing specific career and technical skills and may be considered an integral part of the

instructional program.

No Elective Audio-Video Technology and Film I

Audio-Video Technology and Film II

07.44130

Introduction to Business and Technology

9 10 11 12

Introduction to Business & Technology is the foundational course for Business and

Technology, Entrepreneurship, and Human Resources Management pathways. The course

is designed for high school students as a gateway to the career pathways above and

provides an overview of business and technology skills required for today's business

environment. Knowledge of business principles, the impact of financial decisions, and technology proficiencies demanded by

business combine to establish the elements of this course. Emphasis is placed on developing

proficient fundamental computer skills required for all career pathways. Students will

learn essentials for working in a business environment, managing a business, and

owning a business. The intention of this course

No Elective None

is to prepare students to be successful both personally and professionally in an

information-based society. Students will not only understand the concepts but apply their

knowledge to situations and defend their actions/decisions/choices through the

knowledge and skills acquired in this course. Employability skills are integrated into

activities, tasks, and projects throughout the course standards to demonstrate the skills

required by business and industry. Competencies in the co-curricular student organization, Future Business Leaders of

America (FBLA), are integral components of both the employability skills standards and

content standards for this course.

07.44100

Business and Technology

910 11 12

How is technology used to solve business problems and communicate solutions?

Business and Technology is designed to prepare students with the knowledge and skills to be an asset to the collaborative,

global, and innovative business world of today and tomorrow. Mastery use of spreadsheets and the ability to apply leadership skills to make informed business decisions will be a

highlight of this course for students. Publishing industry appropriate documents to model

effective communication and leadership will be demonstrated through project-based

learning. Students will use spreadsheet and database software to manage data while analyzing, organizing and sharing data

through visually appealing presentation.

No Elective Introduction to Business

and Technology

07.45100

Business Communicatio

n

10 11

What message are you sending when you speak, write, and listen? As one of the most important skills for employers, students will explore the value of communication in their

No Elective Introduction to Business

and

12 personal and professional life. The digital presence and impact of written and visual

communication in a technological society will be addressed. Students will create, edit, and

publish professional appearing business documents with clear and concise

communication. Creative design, persuasive personal and professional communications will

be applied through research, evaluation, validation, written, and oral communication. Leadership development and teamwork skills

will be stressed as students work independently and collaboratively.

Presentation skills will be developed and modeled for students master presentation software in this course. Various forms of

technologies will be used to expose students to resources, software, and applications of

communications. Professional communication skills and practices, problem solving, ethical and legal issues, and the impact of effective

presentation skills are enhanced in this course to prepare students to be college and career ready. Employability skills are integrated into activities, tasks, and projects throughout the course standards to demonstrate the skills

required by business and industry

Technology Business

and Technology

21.42500

Foundations of Engineering

and Technology

9 10 11 12

The Foundations of Engineering and Technology is the introductory course for the

Engineering and Technology Education pathways. This STEM driven course provides the students with an overview of engineering

and technology including the different methods used in the engineering design

process developing fundamental technology and engineering literacy. Students will

demonstrate the skills and knowledge they have learned through various project-based

No Elective None

activities while using an engineering design process to successfully master the “E” in

STEM.

21.47100

Engineering Concepts

910 11 12

Engineering Concepts is the second course in the Engineering and Technology Pathway.

Students will learn to design technical solutions to engineering problems using a whole systems approach to engineering design. Students will demonstrate the

application of mathematical tools, teamwork, and communications skills in solving various design challenges, while maintaining a safe

work environment.

No Elective Foundations of

Engineering and

Technology

20.41810

Engineering Applications

10 11 12

Engineering Applications is the third course in the Engineering and Technology Pathway.

Students will apply their knowledge of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) to develop solutions to technological

problems. Solutions will be developed using a combination of engineering software and

prototype production processes. Students will use market research, cost benefit analysis, and an understanding of the design cycle to create and present design, marketing, and

business plans for their solutions. A capstone project will allow students to demonstrate

their depth of knowledge of the engineering design process and prepare them for future

opportunities in the field of engineering.

No Elective Foundations of

Engineering and

TechnologyEngineering

Concepts

11.41500

Introduction to Digital

Technology

9 10 11 12

Introduction to Digital Technology is the foundational course for Web & Digital

Communications, Programming, Advanced Programming, Information Support & Services, and Network Systems pathways. This course is

designed for high school students to understand, communicate, and adapt to a

No Elective None

digital world as it impacts their personal life, society, and the business world. Exposure to

foundational knowledge in hardware, software, programming, web design, IT support, and

networks are all taught in a computer lab with hands-on activities and project focused tasks.

Students will not only understand the concepts, but apply their knowledge to

situations and defend their actions/decisions/choices through the

knowledge and skills acquired in this course. Employability skills are integrated into

activities, tasks, and projects throughout the course standards to demonstrate the skills

required by business and industry. Competencies in the co-curricular student organization, Future Business Leaders of

America (FBLA), are integral components of both the employability skills standards and content standards for this course. Various

forms of technologies will be highlighted to expose students to the emerging technologies

impacting the digital world. Professional communication skills and practices, problem-

solving, ethical and legal issues, and the impact of effective presentation skills are

taught in this course as a foundational knowledge to prepare students to be college and career ready. The knowledge and skills

taught in this course build upon each other to form a comprehensive introduction to digital

world.

11.47100

Computer Science

Principles

10 11 12

How can computing change the world? What is computer science? Engage your creativity,

demonstrate and build your problem-solving ability all while connecting the relevance of computer science to the society! Computer

Science (CS) Principles is an intellectually rich

No Core or Elective (course meets fourth science

requirement-GA Board of Regents approved)

Introduction to Digital

Technology

and engaging course that is focused on building a solid understanding and foundation in computer science. This course emphasizes

the content, practices, thinking and skills central to the discipline of computer science. Through both its content and pedagogy, this course aims to appeal to a broad audience. The focus of this course will fall into these

computational thinking practices: connecting computing, developing computational

artifacts, abstracting, analyzing problems and artifacts, communicating, and collaborating. Various forms of technologies will be used to expose students to resources and application

of computer science. Professional communication skills and practices, problem-

solving, ethical and legal issues, and the impact of effective presentation skills are

enhanced in this course to prepare students to be college and career ready. Employability

skills are integrated into activities, tasks, and projects throughout the course standards to demonstrate the skills required by business

and industry.

11.42900

Game Design: Animation and

Simulation

10 11 12

Students completing this course will gain an understanding of the fundamental principles

used at every stage of the game creation process. First, game genres and modes of play

are explored in terms of the psychology of incentives, motivation to play, and social

networking. Next, virtual characters and non-player characters are reviewed from concept

drawing to 2D and 3D art, rigging, and animation. Next, level design, storytelling, and animation are added to develop a virtual world

around the characters. These same techniques are at work in training simulator

systems, virtual shopping experiences,

No Core or Elective

*Course meets fourth science, or fourth

mathematics, or world language requirement; Two computer science courses from the same pathway will satisfy two years of

sequenced foreign language courses. See

counselor for more information.

Introduction to Digital

TechnologyComputer Science

Principles

augmented reality, and a number of other important career options. Schools offering this

program can provide a foundation of traditional drawing, illustration, and art courses to make way for the 2D and 3D

animation, storytelling, character development, audio, and game technology.

11.45100

Digital Design 10 11 12

Using web design as the platform for product design and presentation, students will create

and learn digital media applications using elements of text, graphics, animation, sound, video and digital imaging for various format.

The digital media and interactive media projects developed and published showcase

the student skills and ability. Emphasis will be placed on effective use of tools for interactive

multimedia production including storyboarding, visual development, project management, digital citizenship, and web processes. Students will create and design

web sites that incorporate digital media elements to enhance content of web site.

Various forms of technologies will be used to expose students to resources, software, and

applications of media. Professional communication skills and practices, problem-

solving, ethical and legal issues, and the impact of effective presentation skills are

enhanced in this course to prepare students to be college and career ready. Employability

skills are integrated into activities, tasks, and projects throughout the course standards to demonstrate the skills required by business

and industry.

No Elective Introduction to digital

Technology

11.45200

Web Design 10 Can you think of any company that does not have a web presence? Taking this course will equip students will the ability to plan, design,

No Elective Introduction to Digital

11 12

and create a web site. Students will move past learning how to write code and progress to designing a professional looking web site

using graphical authoring tools that contains multimedia elements. Working individually

and in teams, students will learn to work with web page layout and graphical elements to

create a professional looking web site. Various forms of technologies will be used to expose

students to resources, software, and applications of web design. Professional

communication skills and practices, problem-solving, ethical and legal issues, and the impact of effective presentation skills are

enhanced in this course to prepare students to be college and career ready. Employability

skills are integrated into activities, tasks, and projects throughout the course standards to demonstrate the skills required by business

and industry.

Technology

Digital Design

Wiregrass Georgia Technical College Certificate Program (Dual Enrollment)

DE Camera Assistant (CA21)

10 11 12

The Camera Assistant certificate is designed to prepare students for employment in video and film production. Students will learn the technical aspects of assisting video and film camera operators through classroom and hands-on productions projects. The technical courses apply to the diploma and degree in the Media Production Technology program.

Courses required:DMPT 1600 – Introduction to Video ProductionDMPT 2600 – Basic Video EditingDMPT 2800 – Intermediate Video Production

DMPT 2805 – Narrative FilmmakingChoose one of the followingDMPT 1055 – Introduction to Media TechnologyCIST 1101 –Working with Microsoft WindowsCOMP 1000 – Introduction to Computer Literacy

ELECTIVES/OTHER

Course Number

Course Name

Grade Course Description GMA

SRequired

Core/Elective

Prerequisites

23.03100

Creative Writing

9101112

This course offers opportunities for students to explore different writing genres: narrative, argument, and expository modes of discourse. The students will study a variety of writers and their writer's style in the modes of discourse studied in the course. The students will have opportunities to improve writing proficiency through a complete study of the components of solid writing: organization, fluency, style, diction, grammar and usage, imaginative expressions, and details. The course allows students to utilize the writing process to write independently to improve their ability to communicate effectively in writing.  This course reflects grade-level appropriate Georgia Standards of Excellence.

No Elective None

35.06800

Freshman

Seminar9

This class is required for all FHSCCA freshmen and helps students transition from middle school to high school. The Freshman Seminar Course at FHSCCA is designed for all incoming 9th-grade students. This course provides them with experiences to be successful throughout their high school career as they focus on Career Pathway Exploration, Study Skills, Financial Skills, Public Speaking, and Soft skills. The course is designed to enhance the necessary academic, behavioral, and social skills needed at FHSCCA. This personalized course enables students to explore individual interests while also preparing them for the academic rigor necessary while at FHSCCA.

NoElective

(Required for

FHSCCA)None

35.06710

Career Ready

12 This class is required for all FHSCCA seniors and helps students transition from high school to college or a career.

No Elective (Required

None

Canes for FHSCCA)

Varies  Work Based Learning Program

1112

Students must complete the application process and be accepted by the Work Based Learning Program coordinator. 

No Elective Teacher Approval

07.42600

Financial Literacy

9101112

Students work independently in Edgenuity. This introductory finance course teaches what it takes to understand the world of finance and make informed decisions about managing finances. Students learn more about economics and become more confident in setting and researching financial goals as they develop the core skills needed to be successful. In this course, students learn how to open bank accounts, invest money, apply for loans, apply for insurance, explore careers, manage business finances, make decisions about major purchases, and more.

No Elective None