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Wylie Independent School District Central Administration

325-692-4353

Mr. Joey Light Superintendent of Schools

Mr. Craig Bessent

Assistant Superintendent of Schools

Mr. Terry Hagler Assistant Superintendent of Schools

Mr. Tommy Vaughn

Assistant Superintendent of Schools

Wylie High School Campus Administration

325-690-1181

Mr. Tim Smith Principal

Mrs. Reagan Berry Assistant Principal

Mr. Richard Cumby Assistant Principal

Mr. Mike Kerley

Assistant Principal

Mr. Joey Ritchey Assistant Principal

Wylie High School Guidance Counseling Department

Mrs. Darla Swanner

Director of Counselors and Assessments

Mrs. Sherry Brown Counselor

Students H-O

Mrs. Angie Huckabee Counselor

Students P-Z

Mrs. Valerie Johnson Counselor

Students A-G

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Classification of Students

Classification is determined at the beginning of each school year based on the number of credits the student has earned at that time.

Grade 9 Promoted from eighth grade

Grade 10 2nd year & Earned a minimum of 7 credits

Grade 11 3rd year & Earned a minimum of 14 credits

Grade 12 4th year & Earned a minimum of 20 credits

Choosing Courses Courses to be considered are listed in this enrollment booklet. Some courses listed in this booklet may not actually be offered because of a lack of student interest. The Career and Technology classes rotate on a 2-3 year schedule. Because of scheduling conflicts and closed classes, a student may not be able to take every course he or she had planned to take during a semester. For this reason, the student should choose alternate courses in case the 1st choice is not available. Please read the course description before selecting a course to be sure it meets your needs, interests, abilities and grade level. Also, check prerequisites before selecting a course to be sure that you are ready with the necessary background preparation. A student may not be enrolled in a course that has a prerequisite unless the student has completed the prerequisite course. After choosing courses for the next school year with school personnel, the student is encouraged to review the list with parents. Each high school student and his/her parents are responsible for the student’s course choices. Under no circumstances should a student depend on any school official to choose the “correct” course for admission to a college or for a program. Counselors and/or faculty will counsel and advise students in making selections; however, the student and his/her parents make the final course selections. Credit checks are available to students and parents. These general considerations should be included in planning the student’s high school course of study: *Graduation requirements *College entrance requirements *Preparation for life goals

1. All 9th, 10th and 11th grade students will be enrolled in a

minimum of eight classes (4 credits) each semester. Career Prep will count as a two-hour block for juniors and seniors. ALL SENIOR STUDENTS MUST BE ENROLLED IN THE EQUIVALENT OF 2.5 CREDITS PER SEMESTER (FIVE CLASSES) or more.

2. Freshmen should enroll in English 1, a math course, a

science course, World History, Spanish and a physical education class or equivalent.

3. No course may be taken for acceleration in summer school.

Only courses needed for remediation may be taken in summer school. English 1, 2, 3, 4, Government and Economics may not be taken for advancement through correspondence courses. These classes may be taken in summer school or through correspondence for remediation only. English 4, Government and Economics must be taken during the senior year.

4. No more that two credits may be earned by correspondence courses for application to the graduation requirements.

5. December graduates may participate in Graduation exercises only. It is the responsibility of the graduate to acquire the appropriate standard graduation attire to participate in the ceremony and to notify a counselor of intent to participate.

6. CPR instruction will be provided to students enrolled in the

Health course which is required for graduation at WHS.

7. Students will demonstrate the speech proficiency in the English 3 course which is required for graduation at WHS. S

8. Students will participate in the State Required Police Interaction during the US Govt course during the senior year.

Changing a Course

A request for a change should be in writing and signed by a parent. A request for a course change after the announced deadline will be processed only on a space available basis. This deadline is necessary because course offerings, teacher assignments, and class schedules are based upon student requests. No course change requests will be made on the first day of each semester. Students may request to drop or add a core class within the 2nd and 6th days of the semester. These requests will be considered on a space available and balanced class size basis. No schedule changes are made in the last 2 weeks of six weeks.

Class Rank

1. Grade average is computed by averaging semester grades from all academic courses for each year. Courses not included in this average are band, choir, physical education, athletics, and local credits. Grades from correspondence courses, credit by exams, advanced placement exams and college courses will not be included in the average. Grades from high school courses taken in junior high will be counted in class rank. A limit of honor points allowed will be determined for each graduating class based on the available courses offered at Wylie High School during the 4-year enrollment of the class.

2. To be ranked with the current senior class, the student must

be classified as a senior at Wylie High School for the entire senior year. Class rank will be computed at the end of the 1st semester of the junior year. Rank will be calculated again at the completion of the junior year and the 1st semester of the senior year. Students are ranked for the final time at the end of the 5th six weeks grading period of their senior year for naming valedictorian and salutatorian.

3 The valedictorian and salutatorian shall have attended

Wylie High School as full-time senior students for their entire senior year. The valedictorian and salutatorian and honor graduates must have completed all requirements of the Distinguished Diploma which includes the Foundation plus Endorsement

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Counseling Services The counseling staff at Wylie High School is available to help students with information on college requirements, the testing program, vocational opportunities and problem areas that students might encounter. Students and parents may also obtain information regarding community resources to address concerns about substance abuse, emotional issues, family issues or social issues. All students should keep in touch with the high school counselor during the high school career.

Wylie High School Dual Credit Program

2019-20 *See Dual Credit Handout for more information Wylie High School is offering students the opportunity to earn college credit in addition to high school credit. The dual credit program aligns Wylie High School course offerings with courses offered at Cisco College and Angelo State University thus allowing the student an opportunity to earn college credit while attending classes at Wylie High School. Policies subject to change by the TEA and THECB. The high school course will be listed on the high school transcript as a dual credit course. The college credits will be posted on the student’s transcript at the providing college. Students must meet state and school requirements before they will be allowed to enroll in dual credit courses. These classes will follow the high school calendar and meet Monday-Friday. Each Dual Credit Course will have a syllabus and an attendance policy unique to dual credit classes concerning non-school related absences.

Dual Credit Courses and the Texas Success Initiative Prior to enrolling in dual credit courses, students must satisfy Texas Success Initiative (TSI) requirements. Students wishing to enroll in dual credit courses are required by law to be assessed for basic reading, writing, and mathematics skills before they can enroll in college coursework. The TSIA2 test is designed for TSI purposes. Students may take college-level courses related to the area(s) of the test they pass. Students must meet the TSI requirements on the approved placement test or be EXEMPT based on their EOC, ACT, SAT scores. Students who are not exempt and must take one of the placement tests will need to send the placement test scores to Wylie High School, Darla Swanner.

Honors/Pre-Advanced Placement/Advanced Placement

Students may choose to take Pre-AP or Advanced Placement classes based on the following criteria:

1. Teacher recommendation in the subject area for which the

student is applying. Students may be recommended for a course by most recent teacher who considers him/her to be qualified based on the following: grades, citizenship, motivation to learn, interest, creativity, oral and written expression and reading ability.

2. To qualify: Pre-AP and AP English courses: Students must have a previous year grade average of 90 or above in a regular level class in English or previous year average grade of 80 or above in an honors English course.

Pre-AP W Geography: previous year average of 97 or

above in W History. Pre-AP Biology: previous year average of 95 or above in 8th grade science or Integrated Physics and Chemistry. Pre-AP Chemistry: previous year average 90 or above in regular Biology or 80 year average or above in Pre-AP Biology. Credit or current enrollment in Alg. 2 is required.. Physics AP- students must have 80 or above in Pre-AP Bio and Pre-AP Chem and successful completion of Algebra 2

AP Biology or AP Chemistry: students must have 80 or above in Pre-AP Bio and Pre-AP Chem. or score passing on the advanced science Placement Exam given/proctored by Science Dept. The exam is administered once in spring to enrolled students and once in August for new students.

Anatomy and Physiology: students must have an 85 or above year average in Biology and Chemistry.

3. EOC and/or achievement test scores are also considered after initial qualification of previous grades and recommendations.

4. The grades from all Honors, Pre-Advanced Placement and Advanced Placement courses are weighted when calculating grade average, academic awards, and exam exemptions. Students will earn 5 additional points per course per semester for Honors and Pre- Advanced Placement courses and 10 extra points for audit approved Advanced Placement courses. The original grade appears on the transcript. The additional points are added in when calculating GPA, class rank and academic awards. A limit of honor points allowed will be determined for each graduating class based on the specific number/course of available courses offered at Wylie High School during the graduating class 4-year enrollment.

5. These courses have specific criteria for entry of highly motivated students; a definite scope and sequence that reflects the nature of the subject; a differentiated curriculum that includes a wider range and greater depth of subject matter than the regular course; an emphasis on higher level critical thinking skills; provision for creative, productive thinking; a stress on cognitive concepts and processes; and independent as well as guided research. Special Education The Special Education department offers identified students with disabilities opportunities to develop abilities in the Least Restrictive Environment. The course sequence for special education is determined by the ARD committee as the graduation plan for each student is developed under the provisions of his/her individualized education program (IEP). NCAA Eligibility Clearinghouse If you are planning to enroll in college as a freshman and you wish to participate in Division I or II intercollegiate athletics, your initial-eligibility status must normally be determined by the NCAA Initial-Eligibility Clearinghouse. It is the responsibility of the student and parent to make certain that all NCAA eligibility requirements have been met. The NCAA recommends that students register after completion of their junior year. An application must be completed, along with a release form, a fee, an official high school transcript, and an SAT and/or ACT score. www.eligibilitycenter.org The NAIA now also has an eligibility center where a student must register and be declared eligible. Exam for Acceleration Exams for credit in high school subjects are offered 4 times each year. A student can have no prior formal instruction in the course being tested and must score an 80 or better on the exam to receive credit. Students must also meet state assessment requirements. The test grade and credit will be recorded on the transcript. The school pays the fees for these exams given at the 4 designated testing sessions; however, a refundable deposit must be paid when the student registers for the exam. There is a registration deadline for each testing period.

*STAAR First year 9th grade students in 2011-12 and thereafter will be administered STAAR assessments to meet graduation requirements. STAAR assessments will be administered in

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Algebra 1, Biology, English1, English2, and US History Students must earn Approaches on each of the 5 tests.Junior- Senior Class

College entrance tests may be taken as many times as offered. Information brochures are available in the counseling office. It is suggested that college bound students begin to take the exam or exams in the spring of the junior year. There is a fee which varies for each test. It is recommended that students check possible college choices to determine which test is required and the deadline for submitting scores. Most colleges and universities assign a minimum ACT or SAT score based on class rank for admissions. The lower the class rank is-the higher the entrance test score must be.

*ACT-The American College Testing Program is administered six times during the year on Saturday mornings at a local college campus. The ACT has four sub-tests: English, Mathematics, Reading, and Science Reasoning. There is an optional writing component. The composite score is 1-36. www.act.org *SAT- The Scholastic Aptitude Test is given seven times during the year on Saturday mornings at an Abilene high school. The SAT has two sections: evidenced based reading and writing, math and an optional essay. The scores are reported on a scale of 200-800 for each sub-test.. www.collegeboard.com

The CEEB code for Wylie High School is 440025

*TSI Senior students must take this test or be exempt by ACT/SAT scores before registering for classes at a Texas public college or university per the Texas Success Initiative.

What Counts in College Admissions? Students should know that many factors influence admissions decisions including:

• Courses taken

• Grades received

• Class rank

• Standardized test scores

• Personal statements and essays

• Recommendations

• Extracurricular activities

• Interviews

• Work Experience

Texas Public Universities and Colleges will automatically

accept the top 10% of the graduating class who receive the

Foundation with an Endorsement Distinguished. The

University of Texas in Austin is an exception.

These students must meet all admission deadlines, complete

all paperwork and pay all fees.

HB 5 Because of the flexibility in course selections allowed on the Foundation High School Program + Endorsements, students On the FHSP+ should check with the colleges to which they are interested in applying to determine any specific course requirements for admission.

Many major, Tier One universities recommend pursuing the rigor of the “4 x 4” requirements, which include:

• Four English credits, including a traditional English IV (English IV, AP English Literature and Composition, or Dual Credit English),

• Four math credits, including Algebra II,

• Four science credits, including Chemistry and Physics,

• Four social studies credits, and

• Two traditional Language Other Than English credits in the same (traditional) language.

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Course Descriptions

English Language Arts

English 1 (Eng. 1) 03220100

Grade Placement: 9 Credit: 1 credit

This course will include an emphasis on a comprehensive study of grammar, composition, vocabulary, as well as an in- depth study of major literary genres: short story, poetry, drama, and the novel. Emphasis will be placed on writing throughout the year. Both single paragraph and longer essay assignments in a variety of types will be incorporated. Spelling and vocabulary will be stressed with words from the state approved list.

English 1 PRE-AP (ENG 1 P-AP Q) 03220100 Grade Placement: 9 Credit: 1 credit Prerequisite: Committee selects using district criteria. In this course, students are expected to perform at the highest level of learning. This course requires higher level critical thinking skills and creative and productive thinking. Independent and guided research will be emphasized. Included in this course is a variety of world literature selections, grammar and studies of several types of composition.

English 2 (ENG 2) 03220200 Grade Placement: 10 Credit: 1 credit

Prerequisite: English 1

This course will include instruction in composition, language arts skills and literature. The composition will include different kinds of writing such as persuasive, descriptive, and informative. The language arts skills will include an integration of grammatical concepts, usage, capitalization, punctuation and spelling. This course will also address the fundamental skills focusing on preparation for EOC.

English 2 PRE-AP (ENG2 P-AP Q) 03220200 Grade Placement: 10 Credit: 1 credit Prerequisite: Committee selects using district criteria. In this course, students are expected to perform at the highest level of learning. This course requires higher level critical thinking skills and creative and productive thinking. Independent and guided research will be emphasized. Included in this course is a variety of world literature selections, grammar and studies of several types of composition.

English 3 (ENG 3) 03220300

Grade Placement: 11 Credit: 1 credit

Prerequisite: English 2

This course will include instruction in composition, language arts skills and American literature. The composition will include different kinds of writing such as persuasive, descriptive, and informative. Students will be required to do a research paper in which footnotes and bibliography are included. Language skills will include an integration of grammatical concepts, usage, capitalization, punctuation and spelling. English 3 Dual Credit (Eng. 3) 03220300 Grade Placement: 11

Prerequisite: English 2 Credit: 1 credit

See Dual Credit Info page 3-4

Advanced Placement English 3 (ENG 3 AP H) A3220100 Grade Placement: 11 Credit: 1 credit

Prerequisite: Committee selects using district criteria. In this course, students are expected to perform at the highest level of learning. This course requires higher level critical thinking skills and creative and productive thinking. Independent and guided research will be emphasized. Included in this course is a detailed American literature study and an in-depth composition study which includes a research paper. The Advanced Placement exam will be offered in May. Examination requires a fee. Many colleges grant credit and/or placement for a qualifying score on this exam.

English 4 (ENG 4) 03220400

Grade Placement: 12 Credit: 1 credit

Prerequisite: Eng. 1, 2 and 3 required

In this course, students will continue the study of British literature and history and the development of the English language. The

course will also include instruction in composition and language arts skills. Students will be required to plan and generate writing using

outside information with documentation.

Advanced Placement English 4 (ENG 4 AP) A3220200 Grade Placement: 12 Credit: 1 credit Prerequisite: Committee selection using district criteria. The Advanced Placement course is a college level course that includes both the study and practice of writing and the chronological study of British literature and history. The Advanced Placement exam will be offered in May. Examination requires a fee. Many colleges grant credit and/or placement for a qualifying score on this exam.

English 4 Dual Credit (Eng. 4) 03220400 Grade Placement: 12 Credit: 1 credit

Prerequisite: English 3 (English 1301)

See Dual Credit Info page 3-4

Newspaper Journalism Advanced (NP1) 3230140 (NP2) (NP3) 150,160

Grade Placement: 10-12 Credit: 1 credit Prerequisite: Approval of application by teacher, class size is limited Students will publish monthly issues of The Bulldog Insight. During this process, they learn to write news stories, features and other newspaper-related stories. Students will do layouts and paste-ups as well as print and distribute the paper.

Yearbook Magazine Journalism (YRBKMAG 1) 03230110 (MAG2) (MAG3) (MAG4) 120,130,140 Grade Placement: 9-12 Credit: 1 credit Prerequisite: Approval of application by teacher This course is designed to teach students the importance of producing a product for the public. It includes learning layout design, copy writing, and merchandising. This course teaches the student how to effectively make sales, how to produce yearbook pages that are attractive and journalistically correct. Students selected must realize that this course is very time consuming and requires dedication to the staff and production of the yearbook.

Debate I, II, III, IV(Debate) 03240600 700,800,900

Grade Placement: 9-12 Credit: 1 credit This course is designed to introduce students to all areas of debate/ argumentation: Cross-Examination, Lincoln-Douglas, and Public Forum. Emphasis will be placed on case construction, logic, and refutation, and proof, analysis of issues, delivery, and evaluation. Students will be encouraged to participate in debate/speech competitions.

Bible’s Hebrew Scriptures, Old Testament and New Testament and their Impact on the Literature of Western Civilization (HSNTENG) 03221850 Grade Placement: 10-12 Credit: 1 credit This course will focus on the academic study of the Bible and cover such things as the influence of the on law, literature, history, and culture. The course will teach students knowledge of biblical content, characters, poetry and narratives that are helpful to understanding contemporary society and culture, including literature, art, music, mores, oratory and public policy.

Fine Arts

Theater Arts 1 (TH ARTS1) 03250100 Grade Placement: 9-12 Credit: 1 credit This course introduces students to all areas of the theater: basic acting techniques, technical theater, history, and script and character analysis and audience etiquette.

Theater Arts 2,3, or 4 (ThArts2, 3,4)

03250200,300,400

Grade Placement: 10-12 Credit: 1 credit Prerequisite: TH ARTS1 These courses build on the background established in Th. Arts1, continuing the study of the cultural contributions of the theater.

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Technical Theater I, II, III (TECH TH1) 03250500 Grade

Placement: 10-12 Credit: 1 credit Prerequisite: Theater Arts, Art or AV This course is designed for second year theater students interested in the theater production concepts and skills. Subject areas that will be covered are stagecraft skills, lighting, makeup, sound, and public relations. Career opportunities will also be explored.

Art 1 (ART 1) 03500100

Grade Placement: 10-12 Credit: 1 credit

Art 1 provides the student an opportunity to develop an awareness of and sensitivity to natural and man-made environments through examination of objects, exploration of art elements and application of art principles. The student will create art works in areas of design, drawing, painting, printmaking and sculpture. The student will develop an understanding and appreciation of others through art culture and heritage. The Art 1 student will develop aesthetic growth, visual discrimination and judgment.

Art 2 (ART 2) 03500500 Grade Placement: 11-12 Credit: 1 credit

Prerequisite: Art 1

The Art 2 student will use inventive and imaginative expression to design, develop, and create original art works in the areas of drawing, painting, sculpture, art history, and printmaking. The student will continue the study of art, culture and heritage, developing further understanding and appreciation of self and others. Through evaluation of artwork, the student will continue aesthetic growth.

Art 2 DRAW (ART 2DRAW) 03500500 Grade Placement: 11-12 Credit: 1 credit

Prerequisite: Art 1

This one-year course creates the opportunity for students to create a body of work done in a variety of mediums (graphite, colored pencil, pen & ink, charcoal/pastels, scratch art) to enhance and further understand the art of drawing by utilizing all the knowledge of the Elements and Principles of Art, as well as the experiences acquired in their previous Art 1 course.

Art 3 (ART 3) 03501300 Art4 03500400

Grade Placement: 12 Credit: 1 credit

Prerequisite: Art 2

This course is designed for students who are interested in pursuing a career in art. Students will be doing portfolio work that will encompass all previous learner art techniques with a variety of media, along with a concentration of sculpture and print work.

Band 1, 2, 3, 4 (BAND 1, 2, 3, or 4) 3150100,200,300,400 Grade Placement: 9-12 Credit: 1 credit Prerequisite: Director's approval The High School Band is an exciting opportunity for students to participate in a musical program as well as fulfill the fine arts requirement. The first 12 weeks are basically devoted to preparation for football season, parades and Christmas literature. Second semester is usually devoted to concerts, contests, and individual achievements such as solo and ensemble contests with district, region, and area tryouts. Depending upon the overall size, the band may be divided into two concert bands. The band is a performance class and students are required to participate in all activities.

Jazz Band 1, 2, 3, 4 (JZZ BND1, 2, 3 & 4)

03151300, 400, 500, 600

Grade Placement: 9-12 Credit: 1 credit Prerequisite: Director's approval This course is designed to involve students in all aspects of jazz music, including history, improvisation, and performance. It is an audition only performing group and students are required to attend all activities. Students must be enrolled in Band to be eligible for Jazz Band.

Choral Music 1, 2, 3, 4 (CH MUS) 3150900,1000,1100,1200

Grade Placement: 9-12 Credit: 1 credit Prerequisite: Matching pitch and director’s approval Students in the course will be asked to pass a brief and simple audition. In choir, students will learn fundamentals of music and the

voice, sight reading, tone production and musicianship. The choir is a performing organization. During the school year, students may travel and perform in various concerts and festivals in and around the Abilene area. Students will be given opportunities to sing in concert, contests and individual achievements such as solo and ensemble and regional, area and state choral auditions.

Show Choir (SHOWCH) 03152100,200,300,400 Show Choir 1, 2, 3 & 4 Grade Placement: 9-12 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Vocal and dance audition and enrollment in another vocal ensemble Show Choir will study and perform vocal music in the Jazz, Pop, and Swing styles. Many of the selections will be choreographed. Students will learn the art of movement and dance as well as the enhancement of the vocal rendition of various works. As a performance class, students will be required to participate in all activities and after school rehearsals

Mathematics

Double Block Algebra 1 (DB ALG 1) 3100500

Grade Placement: 9 Credit: 1 credit math 1 credit local elective Prerequisite: History of failure or near failure in math and teacher/counselor recommendation, 8th grade math This course meets every day for 2 consecutive class periods. The Algebra TEKS are covered, but with twice the time. Extra time is spent on basic math skills and preparing for the EOC Math test.

Students enrolled in this course will receive 1 math credit toward graduation requirements and one local elective credit.

Algebra 1 (ALG1 )) 3100500 Grade Placement: 9 Credit: 1 credit

Prerequisite; 8th grade math

Algebra 1 includes the four mathematical operations involving positive and negative numbers. Concepts involving polynomials are introduced. Linear equations and inequalities in one and two variables are solved along with quadratic equations and inequalities. EOC Test

Geometry (GEOM) 3100700 Grade Placement: 9-10 Credit: 1 credit

Prerequisite: Algebra 1

This course is synthetic geometry. This course unifies the concepts of geometry, algebra and of arithmetic using the real number system. The student will develop the ability to reason both deductively and inductively and acquire a systemically organized body of geometric knowledge of physical space. This course develops both plane and solid geometry, but the emphasis is on plane geometry.

Algebra 2 (ALG 2) 3100600 Grade Placement: 10-12 Credit: 1 credit

Prerequisite: Algebra 1

The course includes credits dealing with systems of numbers, polynomials and factoring, coordinate geometry, quadratic functions, exponents, logarithmic functions and conic sections. Other skills taught will include complex numbers, matrices and determinate, discriminate, synthetic division, and the use of the binomial theorem.

Financial Mathematics (FINMATH) 13018000 Grade Placement: 10–12 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Algebra l.

Financial Mathematics is a course about personal money management. Students will apply critical-thinking skills to analyze personal financial decisions based on current and projected economic factors. Cannot be used as the 4th math for Endorsement

Pre-Calculus (PRE-CALC) 3101100 Grade Placement: 11-12 Credit: 1 credit Prerequisite: Alg.1, Alg. 2 & Geometry This course is a study of the 6 trigonometric functions, the graphs, inverses, trigonometric identities, triangles, and complex numbers. Also, included is the relation of algebraic equations to geometric figures; and conic sections, vectors, lines, transformations, curve sketching, polar coordinates and polynomials. Students may not receive credit for both Pre- Calculus and the Dual Credit Alg. /Pre-Calc.

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Advanced Placement Calculus AB (APCALAB) A3100101 Grade Placement: 12 Credit: 1 credit Prerequisite: Pre-Calculus This course provides for a study of the applications of calculus concepts to algebraic, trigonometric, logarithmic and exponential functions. The concepts of limit, continuity, differentiation, and integration will be applied to functions to develop and use theorems and definitions involving such topics as maxima and minima, methods of integrations, area, volume, implicit differentiation, and length of a plane curve. The AP Calculus exam will be offered in May.

Advanced Quantitative Reasoning (ADQUAN) 03102510 Grade Placement: 12 Credit: 1 credit

Prerequisite: Geometry & Algebra 2

This is a fourth–year mathematics course to follow Algebra2 as an alternative to Pre-Calculus. The primary focal points include the analysis of information using statistical methods and probability, modeling change and mathematical relationships, mathematics in finance and society, and spatial and geometric modeling for decision making.

Physical Education

Physical Education (PE 1A) Foundations of Personal Fitness 3820101 Grade Placement: 9-12 Credit: 1 credit

This course is designed to present to students the components of physical fitness, sound nutritional practices, dynamic activities to maintain physical fitness levels, how to assess individual fitness levels, how physical fitness affects mental and emotional health and how to design a fitness program.

Physical Education (PEITS) Team Sports PES00055 Grade Placement: 9-12 Credit: 1 credit

Students enrolled in Team Sports are expected to develop health-related fitness and an appreciation for teamwork and fair play.

Physical Education (PE AA) Aerobic Activities PES00054 Grade Placement: 9-12 Credit: 1 credit Students in Aerobic Activities are exposed to a variety of activities that promote health-related fitness.

Health Education (HLTHED) 3810100 Grade Placement: 9-12 Credit: .5 credits

This course is designed to address topics that assist the students in understanding a wellness lifestyle, including body systems, food selection, substance abuse, human sexuality, mental and physical hygiene, disease control, violence and decision skills.

Athletics—Boys (ATH) 3820501 Grade Placement: 9-12 Credit: .5 credits per semester Prerequisite: Must be eligible per the rules of the U.I.L and have coach approval The boy's athletic program consists of the following sports: football, basketball, track, tennis, golf, swimming, cross- country, baseball and soccer. Athletics is a physical conditioning class designed to minimize sport injuries. All of the students involved in the athletics classes will participate in competitive athletic contests.

Athletics-Girls (ATH) 3820501 Grade Placement: 9-12 Credit: .5 credits per semester Prerequisite: Must be eligible per the rules of the U.I.L and have coach approval The girl's athletic program consists of the following sports: basketball, track, tennis, golf, swimming, softball, cross-country, soccer and volleyball and must meet UIL eligibility rules. Athletics is a physical conditioning class designed to minimize sport injuries. All the students involved in the athletics classes will participate in competitive athletic contests.

Other Languages Spanish 1 (SPAN 1) 3440100

Grade Placement: 9-12 Credit: 1 credit

Spanish 1 offers a foundation in the four basic skills of listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Culture and language-learning skills are also provided. Active written and oral participation in class is required in response to the teacher and language tapes. Cultural emphasis is on Mexico and Central America.

Spanish 2 (SPAN 2) 3440200 Grade Placement: 9-12 Credit: 1 credit Prerequisite: Spanish1 Spanish 2 is a continuation of listening, speaking, reading and writing skills. More complex structures and verb tenses are introduced. Advanced composition, reading and conversation skill are required. Language learning skills, Hispanic culture and history are explored.

Spanish 3 (SPAN 3) 3440300 Grade Placement: 10-12 Credit: 1 credit

Prerequisite: Spanish 2

Spanish 3 is a continuation of listening, speaking, reading and writing skills. Emphasis is placed on listening and speaking on an intermediate ability level, emphasizing extemporaneous speech and comprehension of native speakers.

Spanish 4 (SPAN 4) 3440400 Grade Placement: 11-12 Credit: 1 credit

Prerequisite: Spanish 3

More advanced written, listening and speaking, as well as comprehension skills will be developed through reading of Spanish literature, and participation in cultural activities.

Spanish 5 (Span 5) 3440500

Science Biology 1 (BIO 1) 3010200

Grade Placement: 9 Credit: 1 credit

This lab course is designed to give students a broad perspective of the study of life with emphasis on the origin, structure, reproduction, growth and development. EOC Test

Pre-AP Biology 1 (BIO 1 P-AP Q) 3010200 Grade Placement: 9 Credit: 1 credit Prerequisite: Committee selection using district criteria This course is designed to give a specific perspective of the study of life. Emphasis will be on science content, lab procedure and preparation for college science.

Integrated Physics & Chemistry (IPC) 3060201 Grade Placement: 10 Credit: 1 credit

This lab course is designed to give an emphasis on practical application of the concepts of physics and chemistry.

Advanced Placement Biology (AP BIO) A3010200 Grade Placement: 11-12 Credit: 1 credit

Prerequisite: Biology 1 & Chem. 1

This course is designed to be the equivalent to a college biology

course. It will cover all general biology topics with extensive lab

work. The Advanced Placement exam will be offered in May.

Examination requires a fee.

Chemistry 1 (CHEM 1) 3040000 Grade Placement: 10-12 Credit: 1 credit

Prerequisites: 1 unit of HS science & Alg. 1

This course is designed to cover the study of matter and the changes in matter. It is designed to emphasize the development of laboratory skills, formula and equation writing and balancing. Quantitative aspects of chemical reactions will be investigated. The study will also include periodic properties, bonding, gas laws, and acid base theories.

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Pre-AP Chemistry 1 (Chem1 P-AP Q) 3040000 Grade Placement: 10 Credit: 1 credit Prerequisites: Biology 1, preferably Pre AP Biology, currently enrolled in Algebra 2, committee selection using district criteria This course will cover the same curriculum as Chemistry 1 with emphasis on preparing for future AP science classes and college level science courses.

Advanced Placement Chemistry (AP CHEM) A3040000 Grade Placement: 11-12 Credit: 1 credit Prerequisite: Bio & Chem. 1, committee selection using district criteria This course is designed to provide an investigation of kinetic molecular theory and chemical salts bonding; properties of acids; bases and salts; and concentrations of solution. Also, covered will be an intro to organic chemistry, organic reactions, lab techniques, and applications of chemical processes. The Advanced Placement exam will be offered in May. Exam fee.

Physics 1 (PHYSICS 1) 3050000 Grade Placement: 11-12 Credit: 1 credit Prerequisite: Algebra 2 or concurrent enrollment, 1 unit of HS science This course is designed to include the study of matter and energy and their interactions in the fields of mechanics, acoustics, optics, time, motion, space, sound, electricity, magnetism, radiation, atomic structure, and nuclear phenomena. The course will include both laboratory work and theoretical studies. This is the physics course for student planning to major in engineering, physical therapy, architecture, and related careers.

AP Physics 1 (APPPHYS) A3050003 Grade Placement: 11-12 Credit: 1 credit Prerequisite: Bio Q & Chem Q AP Physics 1 is an algebra-based, introductory college-level physics course. Students cultivate their understanding of physics through inquiry-based investigations as they explore these topics: kinematics; dynamics; circular motion and gravitation; energy; momentum; simple harmonic motion; torque and rotational motion; electric charge and electric force; DC circuits; and mechanical waves and sound.

Astronomy (ASTRMY) 03060100 Grade Placement: 11-12 Credit: 1 credit Prerequisite: 1 unit of HS science In this course, students conduct laboratory and field investigations, use scientific methods, and make informed decisions using critical thinking and scientific problem solving. Students study the following topics: astronomy in civilization, patterns and objects in the sky, our place in space, the moon, and reasons for the seasons, planets, the sun, stars, galaxies, cosmology, and space exploration.

Advanced Animal Science (ADVANSCI) 13000700 Grade Placement: 11-12 Credit: 1 credit Prerequisite: Biology and Chemistry; Alg.1 & Geom; and Sm Animal, Equine Science or Livestock To prepare for success, students need opportunities to learn,

reinforce, apply, and transfer their knowledge and skills in a variety of settings. This course examines the interrelatedness of human, scientific, and technological dimensions of livestock production. Instruction is designed to allow for the application of scientific and technological aspects of animal science through field and laboratory experiences.

Anatomy and Physiology (ANATPHYS) 13020600 Grade Placement: 11-12 Credit: 1 credit

Prerequisite: Biology, Chemistry & Physics-- grade of 85 or higher in each semester of each course. Suggested Prerequisite-Medical Terminology The Anatomy and Physiology course is designed for students to conduct laboratory and field investigations, use scientific methods during investigations, and make informed decisions using critical thinking and scientific problem solving. Students in Anatomy and Physiology will study a variety of topics, including the structure and function of the human body and the interaction of body systems for maintaining homeostasis. This is a CTE course which can fulfil the 4th year science requirement.

Social Studies

World History (WHIST) 3340400 Grade Placement: 9 Credit: 1 credit

This course will consist of a study of world history from the Paleolithic Age through present time. Emphasis will be placed on the development of Western civilization, its religious history, cultural development, social attitudes, military strategy and revolutions.

World Geography (WGEOG) 3320100 Grade Placement: 10 Credit: 1 credit

This course is designed to include the study of the earth's physical features along with the many cultures of its people. Map skills and other geographical skills will be covered.

World Geography PRE-AP (WGEOG) 03320100 Grade Placement: 10 Credit: 1 credit Prerequisite: Committee selection using district criteria The course will focus on the physical processes that shape patterns in the physical environment and the social processes that shape cultural patterns of regions. Students will examine the spatial and ecological perspectives of geography and how it relates to the people, places, and the environments of an area. Students enrolled in this course will be involved in higher level critical thinking skills, creative and productive thinking.

United States History (US HIST) 3340100 Grade Placement: 11 Credit: 1 credit

This course is designed to focus on significant events, issues and problems in American history, which completes the survey of the Credited States history begun in the 8th grade.

US Hist. Dual Credit Grade Placement: 11 Credit: 1 credit See Dual Credit Info page 3-4

United States Government (GOVT) 3330100 Grade Placement: 12 Credit: .5 credits

This course is designed to help students understand their government and to organize and evaluate their own attitudes toward government. Key ideas presented are the political background of our government, the three branches of federal government, their duties, important documents, state and local governments, political parties, and their function.

US Government t. Dual Credit Grade Placement: 12 Credit: .5 credits

Economics w/ Emphasis on the Free Enterprise System (ECO-FE) 3310300 Grade Placement: 12 Credit: .5 credits

This course is designed to give students economic literacy as consumers in the economic system. It is a study of basic principles and theories with emphasis on helping develop competencies in the application of economic knowledge to daily functions and decision-making. Essentials and benefits of the free enterprise system.

Economics Dual Credit 3310300 Grade Placement: 12 Credit: .5 credits See Dual Credit Info page 3-4

Psychology Dual Credit (PSYCH) 03350100 Grade Placement: 12 Credit: .5 credits See Dual Credit Info page 3-4

Personal Financial Literacy (PFL) 03380082 Grade Placement: 12 Credit: .5 credits Personal Financial Literacy will develop citizens who have the knowledge and skills to make sound, informed financial decisions that will allow them to lead financially secure lifestyles and understand personal financial responsibility. Students will apply critical-thinking and problem-solving skills to analyze decisions involving earning and spending, saving and investing, credit and borrowing, insuring and protecting, and college and post-secondary education and training.

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Career & Technical Education In all Career &Technical Ed classes Students will implement personal and interpersonal skills to strengthen individual performance in the workplace and in society and make a successful transition to the workforce and post-secondary education.

Business, Marketing and Finance Principles of Business, Marketing and Finance (PRINBMF) 13011200 Grade Placement: 09-12 Credit: 1 credit Students gain knowledge and skills in economies and private enterprise systems, the impact of global business, marketing of goods and services, advertising, and product pricing. Students analyze the sales process and financial management principles.

Business Information Management (BUSIM1) 13011400 Grade Placement: 09-12 Credit: 1 credit Students apply technical skills to address business applications of emerging technologies, create word-processing documents, develop a spreadsheet, formulate a database and make an electronic presentation using appropriate software.

Business Law (BUSLAW) 13011700 Grade Placement: 10-12 Credit: 1 credit Students analyze the social responsibility of business and industry regarding the significant issues relating to the legal environment, business ethics, torts, contracts, negotiable financial instruments, personal property, sales, warranties, and business organizations, the concept of agency and employment, and real property.

Business English (BUSENGL) 13011600 Grade Placement: 12 Credit: 1 credit Parental/Counselor Permission Students enhance reading, writing, computing, communication, and reasoning skills and apply them to the business environment. Students are expected to plan, draft, and complete written compositions on a regular basis. Students edit their papers for clarity, engaging language, and the correct use of the conventions and mechanics of written English and produce final, error-free drafts for business reproduction.

Business Management (BUSMGT) 13012100 Grade Placement: 1 1 - 1 2 Credit: 1 credit Prerequisite: Entrepreneurship and Teacher Recommendation

Business Management is designed to familiarize students with the concepts related to business management as well as the functions of management, including planning, organizing, staffing, leading, and controlling. Students will also demonstrate interpersonal and project-management skills.

Accounting 1 (ACCOUNT1) 13016600

Grade Placement: 10-12 Credit: 1 credit Accounting presents the need for financial records, accounting terminology, the fundamental equation and its application to the accounting cycle. The student studies the recording and analyzing of accounting information, special journals and ledgers, preparation of financial statements, work sheets and adjusting and closing entries. Second semester covers payroll systems, federal and state tax procedures, notes and interest, depreciation and bad debt accounting. Computer automated data processing is discussed.

Securities and Investments (SECINV) 13016400

Grade Placement: 10-12 Credit: 1 credit Gain a solid introduction to stocks, bonds, mutual funds, and real estate. Students will explore the career opportunities of this field and gain exposure to how the market operates. Experience hand-on learning by simulating the buying and selling of securities and investments and discover its effects on individual portfolios.

Entrepreneurship (ENTREP) 13034400 Grade: 10-12 Credit: 1 Students will learn the principles necessary to begin and operate a business. The primary focus of the course is to help students understand the process of analyzing a business opportunity, preparing a business plan, determining feasibility of an idea using research, and developing a plan to organize and promote the business and its products and services.

Fashion Marketing (FASHMKTG) 13034300

Grade Placement: 10–12 Credit: .5 Fashion Marketing is designed to provide students with knowledge of the various business functions in the fashion industry. Students in Fashion Marketing will gain a working knowledge of promotion, textiles, merchandising, mathematics, selling, visual merchandising, and career opportunities. This course pairs with Sports and Entertainment Marketing. Sports and Entertainment Marketing (SPORTSEM) 13034600

Grade Placement: 10–12 Credit: .5 Sports and Entertainment Marketing will provide students with a thorough understanding of the marketing concepts and theories that apply to sports and entertainment. The areas this course will cover include basic marketing concepts, publicity, sponsorship, endorsements, licensing, branding, event marketing, promotions, and sports and entertainment marketing strategies. This course pairs with Fashion Marketing.

Social Media Marketing 13034650

Grade Placement: 10–12 Credit: .5 Did you know that your favorite social media platforms are the future of marketing and you too could create an online presence through free platforms and make money? This course is designed to look at the rise of social media and how marketers integrate social media tools in their overall marketing strategies. Throughout the semester students will manage a successful social media presence for an organization through investigation and application of current platforms utilized in successful marketing campaigns. This course pairs with Advertising. Advertising 13034200

Grade Placement: 10–12 Credit: .5 This course is a comprehensive introduction to the principles and practices of advertising. Throughout the semester students will gain knowledge and apply, through creation, techniques used in current advertising media. This is a project based course designed to promote team emphasized learning and application through research projects and teamwork. This course pairs with Social Media Marketing.

Retail Management (Purple Dog 2) N1303420

Grade Placement: 11–12 Credit: 1

This course is the 2nd year course as a member of The Purple Dog Company. Retail management focuses on the distribution and selling of products to consumers using various vending points such as chain stores, department stores, stand-alone stores, and various online markets. The course highlights the everyday mechanisms necessary to operate a successful retail establishment. The student is taught to evaluate methods for promoting merchandise, supervising employees, handling customer needs, and maintaining inventories.

Information Technology

Principles of Information Technology (PRINIT) 13027200 Grade Placement: 9-12 Credit: 1 credit Students develop computer literacy skills to adapt to emerging technologies used in the global marketplace. Students implement personal and interpersonal skills to prepare for a rapidly evolving workplace environment. Students enhance reading, writing, computing, communication, and reasoning skills and apply them to the information technology environment.

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Arts, AV Technology& Communication Graphic Design & Illustration (GRAPHDI1) 1308800 Grade Placement: 10-12 Credit: 1 credit Graphic Design and Illustration is a course where students will be able to express their creativity while learning about the principles of design, typography, artistic elements and composition. Students will use Adobe CS5 InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop to create a variety of graphics and illustrations that will be used in real life applications.

Graphic Design & Illustration II (GRAPHDI2) 113008900

Grade: 11-12 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Graphic Design & Illustration The course expands on Graphic Design & Illustration including advanced skills in image editing and vector graphic software focusing on original creation and design of computer graphics for use as ornamentation, illustration, and advertising. Students are expected to interpret, evaluate and justify design decisions. Instruction is project-based, and students will develop advanced technical skills required for success in visual communication industries. Emphasis will be placed on designing for practical application, workflow and client interaction. Software focus is in Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator.

Principles of AV Production (PRINAAVTC) 13008200 Grade Placement: 9-12 Credit: 1.0 credit Prerequisite: Approval of application by teacher The goal of this course is for the student understands arts, audio/video technology, and communications systems. Within this context, students will be expected to develop an understanding of the various and multifaceted career opportunities in this cluster and the knowledge, skills, and educational requirements for those opportunities.

Audio Video Production (AVPROD) 13008500 AVPROD2 13008500 Digital Audio Production (AVPROD3) 13009950 Grade Placement: 10-12 Credit: 1.0 credit Prerequisite: Approval of application by teacher This course provides students with an overview to the use and application of video imagery. Topics include the production and presentation of quality analog, digital, and animated video, planning and editing of video projects, the social implications of video including fair use and copyright issues, video production and mixing, the acquisition of digital media from a variety of sources, use computer-based productivity tools to create and modify video projects, demonstrate proficiency of video input tools.

Fashion Design1 (FASHDSN) 13009300

Grade Placement: 10-12 Credit: 1 credit Careers in fashion span all aspects of the textile and apparel industries. Within this context, in addition to developing technical knowledge and skills needed for success in the Arts, Audio/Video Technology, and Communications career cluster, students will be expected to develop an understanding of fashion and the textile and apparel industries.

Fashion Design 2 (FASHDSN) 13009400

Grade Placement: 11-12 Credit: 1 credit This course focuses on the advanced understanding of fashion design and production. Students will discuss fashion history, analyze worldwide fashions, determine textile suitability and implications of textile characteristics, create a portfolio of fashion designs, produce quality fashion products, demonstrate personal fashion image analysis.

Digital Media (DIMEDIA) 13027800 Grade Placement: 9 -12 Credit: 1 credit This course introduces the types of equipment and technical considerations used in multimedia productions and the multimedia professions. It focuses on current types of equipment such as scanners, printers, digital cameras, video cameras, and computers. Students gain hands-on experience in how the technology is utilized for input and output in production and design projects. Basic design principles will be explored while students design, import, and manipulate advanced text, graphics, audio, and video. Students will be introduced to a variety of software programs, including Photoshop, Illustrator, iMovie, Garageband, and many other

programs. Students will have an overview of both free and paid software.

Architecture and Construction Principles of Construction (PRINCON) 13004220 Grade Placement: 9-12 Credit: 1 credit Principles of Construction is intended to provide an introduction and lay a solid foundation for those students entering the construction or craft skilled areas. The course provides a strong knowledge of construction safety, construction mathematics, and common hand and power tools. Architectural Design (ARCHDSN) 13004600 Grade Placement: 10-12 Credit: 1 credit In Architectural Design, students gain knowledge and skills specific to those needed to enter a career in architecture and construction or prepare a foundation toward a postsecondary degree in architecture, construction science, drafting, interior design, and landscape architecture. Architectural design includes the knowledge of the design, design history, techniques, and tools related to the production of drawings, renderings, and scaled models for commercial or residential architectural purposes.

Interior Design (INTERDSN) 13004300 Grade Placement: 10-12 Credit: 1 credit Interior

Design is a technical course that addresses psychological, physiological, and sociological needs of individuals by enhancing the environments in which they live and work. Individuals use knowledge and skills related to interior and exterior environments, construction, and furnishings to make wise consumer decisions, increase productivity, and compete in industry.

Hospitality and Tourism Principles of Hospitality and Tourism 13022200 Grade Placement:9-12 Credit: 1 Principles of Hospitality and Tourism introduces students to an industry that encompasses lodging, travel and tourism, recreation, amusements, attractions, and food/beverage operations. Students learn knowledge and skills focusing on communication, time management, and customer service that meet industry standards. Students will explore the history of the hospitality and tourism industry and examine characteristics needed for success in that industry.

Introduction to Culinary Arts (INCULART) 13022550 Grade Placement:9-12 Credit: 1 Introduction to Culinary Arts will emphasize the principles of planning, organizing, staffing, directing, and controlling the management of a variety of food service operations. The course will provide insight into the operation of a well-run restaurant. Introduction to Culinary Arts will provide insight into food production skills, various levels of industry management, and hospitality skills. This is an entry level course for students interested in pursuing a career in the food service industry.

Culinary Arts (CULARTS) 13022600

Grade Placement: 11–12 Credit: 2 Prereq: Intro to CA Culinary Arts begins with the fundamentals and principles of the art of cooking and the science of baking and includes management and production skills and techniques. Students can pursue a national sanitation certification or other appropriate industry certifications. This course is offered as a laboratory-based course.

Advanced Culinary Arts 13022650 Grade Placement: 11–12 Credit: 2 Prereq: Cul. Arts Culinary Arts begins with the fundamentals and principles of the art of cooking and the science of baking and includes management and production skills and techniques. Students can pursue a national sanitation certification or other appropriate industry certifications. This course is offered as a laboratory-based course.

Human Services

Principles of Human Services (PRINHUSR) 13024200 Grade Placement: 9-12 Credit: 1 credit This laboratory course will enable students to investigate careers in the human services career cluster, including counseling and mental

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health, early childhood development, family and community, and personal care services. Each student is expected to complete the knowledge and skills essential for success in high-skill, high-wage, or high-demand human services careers.

Dollars and Sense (DOLLARSE) 13024300 Grade Placement: 10-12 Credit: .5 This course focuses on consumer practices and responsibilities, the money management process, decision- making skills, the impact of technology, and preparation for human services careers.

Child Development (CHLDDEV) 13024600 Grade Placement: 10-12 Credit: 1 Credit This technical laboratory course addresses knowledge and skills related to child growth and development from prenatal through school-age children, equipping students with child development skills. Students use these skills to promote the well-being and healthy development of children and investigate careers related to the care and education of children.

Lifetime Nutrition and Wellness (LNURTWEL) 1302450

Grade Placement: 9–12 Credit: .5 Lifetime Nutrition and Wellness is a laboratory course that allows students to use principles of lifetime wellness and nutrition to help them make informed choices that promote wellness as well as pursue careers related to hospitality and tourism, education and training, human services, and health sciences.

Agricultural Sciences

There is a general overview course in each department with additional specialization courses for upperclassmen. Each AG course includes judging and leadership responsibilities. To be prepared for careers in the field of animal science, students need to attain academic skills and knowledge, acquire knowledge and skills related to animal systems, and develop knowledge and skills regarding career opportunities, entry requirements, and industry

Principles of Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources (PRINAFNR) 13000200 Grade Placement 9-12 Credit 1 credit This course allows students to develop knowledge and skills regarding career opportunities, personal development, globalization, industry standards, details, practices, and expectations. To prepare for success, students need to have opportunities to learn, reinforce, experience, apply, and transfer their knowledge and skills in a variety of settings such as FFA activities, leadership and judging teams.

Livestock Production (LIVEPROD) 13000300 Grade Placement: 10-12 Credit: 1 credit Animal species to be addressed in this course may include, but are not limited to, beef cattle, dairy cattle, swine, sheep, goats, and poultry.

Small Animal Management (SMANMGT) 13000400 Grade Placement: 10-12 Credit: .5 credits Suggested small animals which may be included in this course of study include, but are not limited to, small mammals, amphibians, reptiles, avian, dogs, and cats.

Veterinary Medical Applications (VETMEDAP) 13000600 Prerequisite: Equine, Sm Animal or Livestock Grade Placement: 10-12 Credit: 1 Topics covered in this course include, but are not limited to, veterinary practices as they relate to both large and small animal species.

Equine Science (EQUINSCI) 13000500 Grade Placement: 10-12 Credit: .5 credits This course is designed to develop knowledge and skills pertaining to the selection, nutrition, reproduction, health and management of horses.

Advanced Animal Science (ADVANSCI) 13000700 Grade Placement: 11-12 Credit: 1 credit Prerequisite: Biology and Chemistry; Alg.1 and Geometry and Small Animal, Equine Science or Livestock To prepare for success, students need opportunities to learn,

reinforce, apply, and transfer their knowledge and skills in a variety

of settings. This course examines the interrelatedness of human, scientific, and technological dimensions of livestock production. Instruction is designed to allow for the application of scientific and technological aspects of animal science through field and laboratory experiences.

Agricultural Mechanics Metal Technologies (AGMECHMT) 13002200 Grade Placement: 10-12 Credit: 1 credit This course is designed to develop an understanding of agricultural mechanics as it relates to safety and skills in tool operation, electrical wiring, plumbing, carpentry, fencing, concrete, and metal working techniques.

Agricultural Structures Design and Fabrication (AGSTRU) 1302300 Grade Placement: 11-12 Credit: 1 credit This course covers the principles of facilities design and fabrication, planning, constructing and maintaining fences, corrals and other agricultural enclosures. The students will explore different types of power systems demonstrate metal construction techniques

Practicum in Agricultural Mechanics (PRACAFNR) 13002500

Grade Placement: 11-12 Credit: 2 credits Prerequisite: Intro to Ag Mechanics or Ag Mechanics & Metal Tech or Ag Facilities Design This is a 2-hour class There is also a dual credit opportunity available within this course. This course is designed to prepare students to select, operate, maintain, service, and use power credits, machinery, equipment, structures, and utilities.

Horticulture Science (HORTIS) 13002000 Grade Placement: 10 – 12 Credit: 1 credit This is a semester course with emphasis on technical skills, entrepreneurship and career opportunities in the production of greenhouse and nursery plants. Plant growth, propagation and identification processes will be studied with hands on experience to prepare students to enter the horticulture industry.

Floral Design (FLORAL) 13001800 Grade Placement: 10-12 Credit: 1 credit Floral Design is designed to develop students' ability to identify and demonstrate the principles and techniques related to floral design as well as develop an understanding of the management of floral enterprises. Through the analysis of artistic floral styles and historical periods, students will develop respect for the traditions and contributions of diverse cultures.

VET Practicum (Practicum in Ag-CVA) 13002500

Grade Placement: 11-12 Credit: 2 credits Prerequisite: Veterinary Medicine This is a 2-hour class In this course students will work toward their Certified Veterinary Assistant license. Students will work in the classroom as well as a local veterinary office. Student must apply in the Spring for this course.

STEM Principles of Applied Engineering (Robotics) (PRINAPENG) 13036200 Grade Placement: 9-12 Credit: 1 credit This course provides an overview of the various fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics and their interrelationships. Students will use a variety of computer hardware and software applications to complete assignments and projects. Students will work on a design team to develop a product or system. Students will use multiple software applications to prepare and present course assignments.

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Robotics I (Engineering Design and Presentation I) (13036500) Grade Placement: 10-12 Credit: 1 credit Prerequisite: Algebra I, Principles of AE Engineering Design and Presentation I is a continuation of knowledge and skills learned in Principles of Applied Engineering. Students enrolled in this course will demonstrate knowledge and skills of the design process as it applies to engineering fields using multiple software applications and tools necessary to produce and present working drawings, solid model renderings, and prototypes. Students will use a variety of computer hardware and software applications to complete assignments and projects. Through implementation of the design process, students will transfer advanced academic skills to component designs. Additionally, students explore career opportunities in engineering, technology, and drafting and what is required to gain and maintain employment in these areas.

Robotics II (Engineering Design and Problem Solving ) Grade Placement: 10-12 Credit: 1 credit Prerequisite: Algebra I, Geometry, ED&P The Engineering Design and Problem Solving course is the creative process of solving problems by identifying needs and then devising solutions. The solution may be a product, technique, structure, or process depending on the problem. Science aims to understand the natural world, while engineering seeks to shape this world to meet human needs and wants. Engineering design takes into consideration limiting factors or "design under constraint." Various engineering disciplines address a broad spectrum of design problems using specific concepts from the sciences and mathematics to derive a solution. The design process and problem solving are inherent to all engineering disciplines.

Scientific Research and Design

(SCRID) 13037200 Grade Placement: 12 Credit: 1 credit Prerequisite: Robotics 2 Scientific Research and Design is a broad-based course designed to allow districts and schools considerable flexibility to develop local curriculum to supplement any program of study or coherent sequence. The course has the components of any rigorous scientific or engineering program of study from the problem identification, investigation, design, data collection, data analysis, formulation, and presentation of the conclusions.

Computer Science 1 (TACS1) 03580200 Prerequisite: Alg. 2 or concurrent enrollment This course provides students with a general orientation to computer science, including basic understanding of the components of a computer and how they function. This is an introduction to problem solving using the Java programming language. Topics include algorithm and program development, syntax of Java, input/output statements, assignment operations, program control structures, functions, and single dimensional array processing. Additional topics may be added if time permits.

Computer Science 2 (TACS2) 03580300 Grade Placement: 10-12 Credit: 1 credit Prereq: Computer Science 1 Computer Science II will foster students' creativity and innovation by presenting opportunities to design, implement, and present meaningful programs through a variety of media. Students will collaborate with one another, their instructor, and various electronic communities to solve the problems presented throughout the course. Through data analysis, students will identify task requirements, plan search strategies, and use computer science concepts to access, analyze, and evaluate information needed to solve problems. By using computer science knowledge and skills that support the work of individuals and groups in solving problems, students will select the technology appropriate for the task, synthesize knowledge, create solutions, and evaluate the results. Students will learn digital citizenship by researching current laws and regulations and by practicing integrity and respect. Students will gain an understanding of computer science through the study of technology operations, systems, and concepts. The six strands include creativity and innovation; communication and collaboration; research and information fluency; critical thinking; problem solving, and decision

making; digital citizenship; and technology operations and concepts.

Transportation, Distribution

Automotive Technology, Dual Credit (AUTOTECH) 13039600 The class can be taken 2 years. Intro Auto Tech 1405 /Automotive Engine Repair 1419 Grade Placement 11-12 Credit: 2 The course is taught at the Cisco Campus during our 7th and 8th

periods. The student must provide own transportation and is responsible to purchase books and tools and pay tuition. 2016-17 tuition was $272 per semester. Required to have proof of Bacterial Meningitis Vaccine. 2nd year course is available.

Health Science

Principles of Health Science (PRINHLSC) 13020200 Grade Placement: 9-12 Credit: 1 credit This course provides an overview of the therapeutic, diagnostic, health informatics, support services, and biotechnology research and development systems of the health care industry. To pursue a career in the health science industry, students should learn to reason, think critically, make decisions, solve problems, and communicate effectively. Students should recognize that quality health care depends on the ability to work well with others.

Anatomy and Physiology (ANATPHYS) 13020600 Grade Placement: 11-12 Credit: 1 credit

Prerequisite: Biology and Chemistry-- grade of 85 or higher in each semester of each course. Suggested Prerequisite-Medical Terminology The Anatomy and Physiology course is designed for students to conduct laboratory and field investigations, use scientific methods during investigations, and make informed decisions using critical thinking and scientific problem solving. Students in Anatomy and Physiology will study a variety of topics, including the structure and function of the human body and the interaction of body systems for maintaining homeostasis. This is a CTE course which can fulfil the 4th year science requirement.

Medical Terminology (MEDTERM) 13020300 Grade 10-12 Credit: 1 Recommended to take before Anatomy & Physiology The Medical Terminology course is designed to introduce students to the structure of medical terms, including prefixes, suffixes, word roots, singular and plural forms, and medical abbreviations. The course allows students to achieve comprehension of medical vocabulary appropriate to medical procedures, human anatomy and physiology,

and pathophysiology. Health Science Theory (HLTHSCI) 13020400 Grade Placement: 10–12 Credit: 1 Prerequisites: Biology

The Health Science Theory course is designed to provide for the development of advanced knowledge and skills related to a wide variety of health careers. Students will employ hands-on experiences for continued knowledge and skill development.

CNA Practicum (Practicum of Health Science) 1302055 Grade Placement: 11–12 Credit: 2 Prerequisites: Health Science Theory, Biology

In this course the student work toward earning a Certified Nursing Assistant license. Coursework includes time in the classroom as well as at a local skilled nursing facility during the school day.

Education and Training

Principles of Education and Training (PrinEdTr) 13014200 Grade: 9-12 Credit: 1 Principles of Education and Training is designed to introduce learners to the various careers available within the education and training career cluster. Students use self-knowledge and educational and career information to analyze various careers within the education and training career cluster. Students will also gain an understanding of the basic knowledge and skills essential to careers within the education

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and training career cluster. Students will develop a graduation plan that leads to a specific career choice in the student's interest area.

State Electives Peer Assistance and Leadership (PEERASST) N1290005

Grade Placement: 11-12 Credit: 1 credit Prerequisite: Peer Nomination, application, teacher rec. This course is designed to train junior and senior students to provide positive peer leadership and assistance to younger students so that all might have a more productive school experience. Training is included in listening skills, communication skills, conflict resolution, confidentiality issues, sensitive adolescent topics, positive role modeling, decision making skills, peer tutoring and group facilitation techniques. Community and school service projects will be required.

Career Preparation Program N1295001 Grade Placement: 10-12 Credit: 2-3 credits Prerequisite: Age 16 CP combines daily classroom instruction with on-the-job training. An agreement is developed by the training sponsor, teacher-coordinator, and the student. Students enrolled in CP must be employed for at least 15 hours per week in an approved occupation.

College Readiness and Study Skills (CRSS) 03270100 Grade Placement: 11-12 Credit.5 Prerequisite: Passing scores on English 1, English 2 and Algebra 1 EOC, Enrolled or credit in Algebra 2 Students will be taught the techniques and strategies needed to be successful on standardized college entrance examinations. Spring Semester College Transition (N1290050) CLGTRN.5 state elective credits

Local Electives

EOC Remediation Grade Placement: 10-12 Credit 1 credit Prerequisite: Non-masters of EOC Mandatory review course for any senior who has not successfully complete all sections of the EOC level 2.

Investigative Math/Science (INVEST) 84100INV Grade Placement: 9-12 Credit 1 local credit This course surveys and investigates all types of math concepts, concentrating on UIL and TMSCA ideas in Number Sense, Calculator Applications and Mathematics. Participating in school contests is required. This class will require outside of school participation.

UIL Literary Events (UIL Lit) Grade Placement: 9-12 Credit: 1 credit The course prepares students to compete in the UIL Academic Literary and Social Studies Events. This class will require outside of class participation. Participating is school contests is required.