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| English I | 9th Grade | 2 Semesters | 1 Credit |
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| Basic grammar, vocabulary development, parts of speech, capitalization, punctuation, usage, etc., are studied. Writing skills include literary responses to reading selections. Reading and writing skills are reinforced through activities in TAKS format. Literary concepts are covered in works of non-fiction, Greek mythology, poetry, the short story, drama, the novel, and other genres of literature. Outside reading is mandatory each six-week grading period. Oral presentations are required. | |||
| English I - Pre AP | 9th Grade | 2 Semesters | 1 Credit |
| All elements of the regular English I course are covered. Pre-AP is a preparatory course for Advanced Placement courses. Additional reading and writing are required. Higher level thinking skills, vocabulary, and literary terms are introduced. Additional work outside the classroom is mandatory for success in Pre-AP English. Summer reading is required. Pre-requisite: Completed ENGLISH RECOMMENDATION form. Criteria: Grade average of 90 or above in previous English class, letter of recommendation from parent/guardian, English teacher evaluation form, handwritten letter of application, satisfactorily completed summer assignment, and maintained average of 90 in class. | |||
| English II | 10th Grade | 2 Semesters | 1 Credit |
| This course is a study of a variety of works from writers of different nationalities and genres. Students engage in vocabulary building and interpreting strategies as they learn to process and analyze increasingly complex selections of literature. They develop writing skills that include expository, analytical and persuasive essays. Outside reading of self-selected literature is mandatory. Oral presentations will be required. The course also includes a research project. | |||
| English II - Pre AP | 10th Grade | 2 Semesters | 1 Credit |
| All elements of the regular English II course are covered. Pre-AP is a preparatory course for Advanced Placement courses. Additional independent reading and writing are required. Students must be task-oriented and have a high level of personal initiative and enthusiasm to do more complicated and challenging assignments. Outside reading of high school and college level self-selected literature is mandatory. Oral presentations will be required on a regular basis. The course also includes an extensive research project. Criteria: Grade average of 90 or above in previous English class, letter of recommendation from parent/guardian, PSAT minimum score of 45 on verbal, PSAT minimum score of 45 on writing, English teacher evaluation form, handwritten letter of application, satisfactorily completed summer assignment, and maintained average of 90 in class. | |||
| English III | 11th Grade | 2 Semesters | 1 Credit |
| This course is a study of major works by significant American writers from Hawthorne, Irving, Thoreau, Twain, Dunbar, Crane, Eliot, Fitzgerald, Hughes, Faulkner, and Steinbeck to Miller, O'Brien, Walker among others. The course deals with American Literature from the Puritan era to the present day. Within this context, students evaluate both fiction and non-fiction selections. They develop writing skills that include expository, analytical and persuasive essays. The course also includes a research paper. | |||
| English III - AP | 11th Grade | 2 Semesters | 1 Credit |
| This course engages students in becoming skilled readers of prose written in a variety of periods, disciplines, and rhetorical contexts throughout the history of American literature from the Puritan period to the present. This course allows students to write in a variety of forms - narrative, exploratory, expository, argumentative - and on a variety of subjects. Students read complex texts with understanding and analyze stylistic devices utilized by the various authors in the forms listed. The course prepares students for both the Advanced Placement Language and Composition Exam in May and the demands of college courses. Taking the AP exam and scoring a 3, 4, or 5 will usually earn students three hours of college credit for the freshman year. Criteria: Grade average of 90 or above in previous English class, letter of recommendation from parent/guardian, PSAT minimum of 45 on both verbal and writing, PLAN minimum score of 16 on both the reading and writing, English teacher evaluation form, handwritten letter of application, satisfactorily completed summer assignment, and maintained average of 90 in class. | |||
| English IV | 12th Grade | 2 Semesters | 1 Credit |
| This course is based on the literature of Great Britain. The scope of literature extends from the first English manuscript to current literature. Epics, ballads, poetry, essays, historical diaries, newspaper excerpts, short stories, dramas, novel excerpts, and novels are studied. Student writings are based on the literature, but writings will also be based on essay topics from college texts, which are on the freshman level. For college applications, the application essay is stressed, as well as maintaining a professional resume. A research paper is required during the second semester. Creative projects are also assigned to vary the curriculum and to give the students' opportunity for implementing their interpretation of our studies. Grammar is reviewed as needed. Higher level thinking skills are stressed in all studies. | |||
| English IV - AP | 12th Grade | 2 Semesters | 1 Credit |
| This course follows the above curriculum. However, several more novels, dramas, and more difficult critical readings are assigned. The writing assignments are also more difficult to prepare for the advance placement examination. The additional literature and writings are based on the lists of the College Board, which is the body responsible for the advanced placement tests. Criteria: Grade average of 90 or above in previous English class, letter of recommendation from parent/guardian, PSAT minimum of 45 on both verbal and writing, PLAN minimum score of 16 on both the reading and writing, English teacher evaluation form, handwritten letter of application, satisfactorily completed summer assignment, and maintained average of 90 in class. | |||
| Independent Study in English/Yearbook | 10-11th Grade | 2 Semesters | 1 Credit |
| Some basic photography is taught. Students will be assigned to positions of responsibility in producing the yearbook. The course will require the student to develop a theme, ladder diagram, and layout for the yearbook. Emphasis will be on actual production, ad selling, and organization. The student will be required to attend events for the purpose of taking photographs and collecting information. Prerequisites: B average in English. Teacher approval required. | |||
| Independent Study in Speech | 9-12th Grade | 2 Semesters | 1 Credit |
| Students in this course participate in Academic Decathlon. Students will conduct research, develop advanced skills, and study extensively in a specific area of interest. Teacher approval required. | |||
| German I | 9-11th Grade | 2 Semesters | 1 Credit |
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| The primary aim of German I is to develop students' competence in the four skills of a language: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Students learn new structures and vocabulary context, followed by explanation and practice of the new grammar and vocabulary. The second aim is to introduce students to contemporary life and culture in the German speaking countries. | |||
| German II | 10-12th Grade | 2 Semesters | 1 Credit |
| This course includes a review of the techniques and vocabulary studied in German I. Vocabulary and grammar knowledge are increased by means of more reading and advanced use of German in conversation and writing. | |||
| German III | 11-12th Grade | 2 Semesters | 1 Credit |
| This course will offer the student the opportunity to read and write more independently. The course will also emphasize fluency in speaking and understanding routine questions, statements and comments. | |||
| Spanish I | 9-11th Grade | 2 Semesters | 1 Credit |
| Students are introduced to Spanish-speaking countries and their cultures. Basic conversational Spanish is taught with an emphasis on pronunciation, listening, and reading. Beginning writing skills are also taught. | |||
| Spanish II | 10-12th Grade | 2 Semesters | 1 Credit |
| This level is a continuation of Spanish I. Students learn how to discuss environmental issues and events in the past and future. More emphasis is placed on writing, as well as continuing to expand conversational skills. | |||
| Spanish III | 11-12th Grade | 2 Semesters | 1 Credit |
| This level of Spanish is more detailed. Students learn functional grammatical syntax, cultural awareness, and how to read authentic documents. | |||
| Communication Applications | 9-12th Grade | 1 Semester | ½ Credit |
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| This course will provide opportunities for the student to develop effective communication skills to aid them more rewarding and successful participation in professional and social life. Skill areas include interpersonal communication, effective interviews, listening, and critical thinking, personal and professional presentations, group communication, and problem solving. This basic speech course meets the speech requirement for graduation. | |||
| Theatre Arts I/II/III | 9-12th Grade | 1-2 Semesters | ½-1 Credit |
| This course is designed to give the student opportunities to communicate in dramatic form, make artistic decisions, solve problems, build positive self-concepts, and relate interpersonally. Skill areas will include creative expression and performance, historical and cultural heritage, and critical evaluation. | |||
| Technical Theatre | 10-12th Grade | 2 Semesters | 1 Credit |
| This course is designed for students who excel in design or any area of theatrical production. It will expand the students' knowledge in all aspects of theatre production, except acting. We will cover costuming, make-up, set design and construction, lighting design and technology, sound, properties, etc. This course will be independent study and requires teacher approval. | |||
| Algebra I | 9th Grade | 2 Semesters | 1 Credit |
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| The emphasis of Algebra I is on providing a foundation in the basic skills of Algebra with special attention to signed numbers, positive and negative exponents, linear equations and word problems. | |||
| Algebra II | 9-12th Grade | 2 Semesters | 1 Credit |
| This course continues the study of topics from Algebra I and begins the study of Trigonometry. All of the Algebra I topics are reviewed and the skills necessary to apply these concepts are practiced. Additional topics introduced in the course are completing the square, deriving the quadratic formula, simplification of radicals, and complex numbers. Prerequisites: Algebra I or Algebra I (1-4). | |||
| Algebra II Pre AP | 10th Grade | 2 Semesters | 1 Credit |
| This course will have the same curriculum as Algebra II, but will include projects and enrichment. Prerequisites: Algebra I taken during 8th grade and teacher approval. Criteria: Grade average of 85 or higher in Algebra I and Geometry and teacher recommendation. | |||
| Geometry | 10-12th Grade | 2 Semesters | 1 Credit |
| This course teaches geometric patterns, theories, and segments and angles. It also teaches deductive reasoning, lines in planes, congruent triangles, and circles. This is a good basic course in Geometry. Prerequisite: Algebra I. | |||
| Geometry Pre AP | 9-12th Grade | 2 Semesters | 1 Credit |
| A college bound course designed to teach the fundamental concepts and skills necessary for students to succeed in calculus and disciplines that are mathematically based, such as Chemistry and Physics. It contains an in depth study of geometry and analytical geometry. Teacher approval required. Prerequisites: Algebra I taken during 8th grade and teacher approval. Criteria: Grade average of 85 or higher in Algebra I and teacher recommendation. | |||
| Pre-Calculus | 11-12th Grade | 2 Semesters | 1 Credit |
| A continuation of advanced math with in-depth coverage of trigonometry, logarithms, and functions necessary for calculus. Prerequisite: Algebra II and Geometry Pre-AP. Criteria: Grade average of 80 or higher in either Geometry Pre-AP or Algebra II (NS) and teacher recommendation. | |||
| Calculus AP | 11-12th Grade | 2 Semesters | 1 Credit |
| A college level course covering functions, limits, the derivative and its applications, etc. Basic topics of the AP Exam are covered. Some restrictions will apply and a teacher recommendation is required. A Calculus AP exam will be administered in May. Prerequisite: Pre-Calculus. | |||
| Mathematical Models with Application | 11-12th Grade | 2 Semesters | 1 Credit |
| This course is designed to provide a practical business background utilizing algebraic and consumer skills. Some areas covered are personal income and expenditures, banking, saving and budgeting. This class can be used as the third credit of math. Prerequisite: Algebra I. | |||
| Integrated Physics and Chemistry | 9-10th Grade | 2 Semesters | 1 Credit |
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| This course provides a practical application of chemistry and physics. Topics include motion, energy, light, sound, electricity, magnetism, machines, heat, and the structure and reactions of matter. Many scientific skills are emphasized. | |||
| Biology | 10-12th Grade | 2 Semesters | 1 Credit |
| Biology I is a lab course which covers zoology and botany. Biological concepts, experiments, and theories are examined. Teacher recommendation for 9th grade placement required. | |||
| Biology Pre AP | 9-10th Grade | 2 Semesters | 1 Credit |
| First year course designed to prepare the science oriented student to continue in studies in Biology AP or college biology. This course will use the same textbook as Biology, but will be covering topics with more intense lab studies. Criteria: Grade average of 92 in previous science class. | |||
| Biology AP | 10-12th Grade | 2 Semesters | 1 Credit |
| Equivalent of a college introductory biology course. Follows topic outline provided by the College Board as preparation for taking the Advanced Placement Biology Test. Taking the AP test is not required. Biology and Chemistry are prerequisites. Teacher approval required. | |||
| Chemistry | 10-12th Grade | 2 Semesters | 1 Credit |
| Includes measurement of matter and energy, atomic structure, chemical formulas, equations, bonding, kinetic theory, and chemistry of acid bases. Prerequisite: Algebra I. | |||
| Chemistry Pre AP | 10-12th Grade | 2 Semesters | 1 Credit |
| This is a first year Chemistry course designed to prepare the science oriented student to continue studies in Chemistry AP or College Chemistry. This course will use the same textbook as Chemistry, but will cover more topics and in more mathematical detail than Chemistry. Certain labs will be written up as they are in Chemistry AP. The pace is faster than Chemistry and the additional topics more challenging. Criteria: Grade average of 90 in Biology or 85 in Biology Pre-AP and grade average of 88 in Algebra I. | |||
| Chemistry AP | 11-12th Grade | 2 Semesters | 1 Credit |
| Equivalent of the general chemistry course usually taken the first college year with special emphasis on chemical theory, laboratory investigation, mathematical formulation of principles and chemical analysis. Follows topic outline provided by the College Board as preparation for taking the Advanced Placement Chemistry Test. Taking the AP test is not required. Prerequisite: Algebra II and Chemistry I. Teacher approval required. | |||
| Physics Pre AP | 11-12th Grade | 2 Semesters | 1 Credit |
| The highly effective problem solving method of teaching physics principles is utilized. The content is geared to produce a genuine understanding of the physical laws fundamental to all sciences. Physics concepts are introduced to students in their most logical sequence. Problem solving is emphasized. This course is offered at least every other year. Prerequisite: Algebra II. | |||
| Principles of Technology | 10-12th Grade | 2 Semesters | 1 Credit |
| A high school course in applied science. The following areas are covered within the course: force, work, rate, resistance, and energy. | |||
| Aquatic Science | 9-12th Grade | 2 Semesters | 1 (Elective) Credit |
| This course will study the world ocean. Students will go out on the research vessel from UT. | |||
| World Geography | 9-10th Grade | 2 Semesters | 1 Credit |
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| Geography gives an overview of people and their global environment and people and their regional environment. Helps students develop a perspective on their own culture in relation to other cultures, and to appreciate the unique peoples and cultures of world regions. | |||
| World History | 10-11th Grade | 2 Semesters | 1 Credit |
| Students will receive an overview of the development of civilization from ancient times to the present. This course includes map study, vocabulary, and outside reading. | |||
| World History Pre AP | 10th Grade | 2 Semesters | 1 Credit |
| This is a survey course of cultures and civilizations from the prehistoric era to modern civilizations. This course will include a more in-depth study of political, social, environmental, and economic problems dating from Ancient River Valley civilizations to the Twentieth Century. Literature, art, and music will be included in the study of these civilizations. This course will require students to examine and analyze information from many different sources including books, documents, primary sources, pictures, cartoons, graphs, charts, and maps in order to draw a more comprehensive picture of the time period being studied. Students will be required to complete one research paper every nine weeks by utilizing methods of historical research and documentation. Prerequisite: English I and World Geography. Criteria: 90 or above end of year average in a previous history class and teacher approval. | |||
| U.S. History | 10-11th Grade | 2 Semesters | 1 Credit |
| An overview of U.S. History post Civil War to the present. | |||
| U.S. History AP | 11-12th Grade | 2 Semesters | 1 Credit |
| This is an accelerated course designed for students who would like to earn college credit or who would like a college prep class. The curriculum will place emphasis on the following periods of U.S. History as prescribed by the College Board AP course outline: Revolution and Constitution, the Jacksonian Era, the Civil War and Reconstruction, the Populist and Progressive Movements, World War I, the Great Depression and the New Deal, World War II and International and Domestic developments in the post World War II Era. There will be extensive outside reading of primary resources and documents and research. A major written assignment will be assigned every grading period. Students are not required to take the Advanced Placement exam, but are encouraged to do so. In order to obtain college credit, a student must take and receive a passing score of 3, 4, or 5 on the Advanced Placement exam. Students participating in the Distinguished Achievement Program need to take this course. Prerequisite: World Geography and World History. Criteria: 90 or above end of year average in a previous history class and teacher approval. | |||
| U.S. Government | 12th Grade | 1 Semester | ½ Credit |
| This course is an introduction to basic government. Stress is placed on functions and characteristics of the three branches of the Federal System. Emphasis is placed on the working of the American political system. Prerequisite: U.S. History and World History. | |||
| Economics | 12th Grade | 1 Semester | ½ Credit |
| Deals with a study of the free enterprise system and the American economic system. The course is usually paired with government. Prerequisite: U.S. History. | |||
| Introduction to Business | 9-10th Grade | 1 Semester | ½ Credit |
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| Students will implement personal and interpersonal skills to strengthen individual performance in the workplace and in society and to make a successful transition to the workforce and/or postsecondary education. Students develop a foundation in the economical, financial, technological, international, social, and ethical aspects of business to become competent consumers, employees, and entrepreneurs. Student will enhance reading, writing, computing, communications, and reasoning skills and apply them to the business environment. | |||
| Business Computer Information Systems | 10-12th Grade | 2 Semesters | 1 Credit |
| This is a computer hands-on skill development class. Students will develop fundamental concepts and operational skills relating to microcomputer systems. Activities such as word processing, working with data bases, spreadsheets, PowerPoint, and desktop publishing are presented as well as computer history and terminology. This course is recommended for the Technology Applications requirement. | |||
| Business Computer Information Systems II | 11-12th Grade | 2 Semesters | 1 Credit |
| This is an extended BCIS course. Students continue to work in Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and Publisher on a more advanced level. This course is project based. The student also examines employment opportunities in various business environments. Prerequisite: Business Computer Information Systems. | |||
| Computer Science I | 10-11th Grade | 2 Semesters | 1 Credit |
| This course emphasizes designing, developing, coding, and debugging computer programs in the Java language. Flow charts, logical structure, and problem solving techniques are included. Prerequisite: Algebra I. | |||
| Computer Science I & II AP | 10-12th Grade | 2 Semesters | 1 Credit |
| This course will be using the Java programming language, beginning in the 2003-2004 school year. This course involves individual, self-paced, highly-detailed coursework for students interested in going to college in any field of study and/or who desire to improve their problem solving skills. Prerequisites: Algebra I and a willingness to work hard and learn problem solving skills, while challenging themselves to be stretched and grow in their knowledge of computers. | |||
| Digital Graphics & Animation | 10-12th Grade | 2 Semesters | 1 Credit |
| Using special software, students will learn to create and manipulate graphics, images and pictures. Students will then learn to use depth, proportion, color, and 3D effects, as well as learn to create an animation or movie. The student's work will subsequently be displayed in school newsletters, websites, advertisements, and personal portfolios. Prerequisites: Business Computer Information Systems or Web Mastering or Art. | |||
| Accounting | 10-12th Grade | 2 Semesters | 1 Credit |
| Students are given basic training that will help them in securing a job as a bookkeeper or accounting clerk. They will develop a broad understanding of good bookkeeping procedures. Emphasis is placed on recording and interpreting financial papers. This course is also highly recommended for the college bound student. | |||
| Web Mastering | 11-12th Grade | 2 Semesters | 1 Credit |
| This course emphasizes web page design and fundamentals of HTML, Java, and graphics. Prerequisite: Touch type 30 wpm (may enroll concurrently in Computer Science II and BCIS). | |||
| Diversified Career Preparation | 11-12th Grade | 2 Semesters | 3 Credits |
| This course is designed to provide technical, on-the-job training, and work experience for high school students preparing to enter employment in a variety of occupations. Students taking this course spend one hour in class each school day to receive instruction in the occupation for which they are training and at least 10-15 hours per week at training stations in order to learn the occupation. Training stations are businesses in the community that are cooperating with the local school in training students by providing work experience necessary to become competent employees. Students must have employment. | |||
| Marketing Yourself | 9-12th Grade | 1 Semester | ½ Credit |
| Students will gain knowledge and skills that help them be proficient in one or more of the marketing areas associated with distributions, financing, marketing information management, pricing, product planning, and selling skills needed to help customers make satisfying buying decisions. Students integrate skills from academic subjects, information technology, interpersonal communication, and management training to make responsible decisions. Students will learn that careers are ever changing and require continual self assessment, research, and preparation to develop and implement responsible decisions. | |||
| Business Law | 11-12th Grade | 2 Semesters | 1 Credit |
| Students will learn legal concepts and will study true situations that show how business and personal law impacts not only business, but the lives of young people and adults as well. | |||
| Video Graphics | 11-12th Grade | 2 Semesters | 1 Credit |
| Students will practice videoing different sports, clubs, and events. They will learn how to put video into a Prestige editing machine, edit, voice over, and add music. Students will be graded on various projects during the year. Some of these are an interview, a commercial, an infomercial, a PowerPoint presentation, and an overview of the school year. Students must have transportation because some of the taping will require after school hours. | |||
| Office Ed Coop | 11-12th Grade | 2 Semesters | 1 Credit |
| Office Education Coop will be a real world applications class for those who are interested in working in an office environment. Topics will include word processing, spreadsheet, desktop publishing, telephone skills and filing. Students will be expected to find a part-time job in this field during the school year. Students must be eligible for work release to take this class. | |||
| Ag Science 101 | 9-12th Grade | 1 Semester | ½ Credit |
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| Introduction to World Agricultural Science and Technology is a basic introductory course designed to introduce beginning students in Agricultural Science to global agriculture. The course also includes agricultural career development, FFA history, leadership skills and parliamentary procedures, occupational opportunities and career development, communications, personal finance, and arc welding. | |||
| Ag Science 102 | 9-12th Grade | 1 Semester | ½ Credit |
| Applied Agricultural Science and Technology is a basic applied course designed to enhance the agricultural comprehension of beginning students in Agricultural Science and Technology. The course includes soils, plants, animals, agricultural construction, food science, supervised occupational experience programs, and leadership. | |||
| Ag Science 381 | 10-12th Grade | 1 Semester | ½ Credit |
| Wildlife and Recreation Management is a course designed to examine the importance of wildlife and outdoor recreation with emphasis on using wildlife and natural resources and related career opportunities. Field trips to related businesses and facilities or speakers will be scheduled. Success in this course will fulfill the requirements for Hunter Safety Certification by the State of Texas. | |||
| Ag Science 221 | 10-12th Grade | 1 Semester | ½ Credit |
| Introduction to Mechanics is a course which is shop/laboratory oriented and shall include the essential agribusiness elements and the concepts and skills of electricity, wood working, arc welding, oxy-acetylene, etc. as related to the agricultural sciences. | |||
| Ag Science 222 | 10-12th Grade | 1 Semester | ½ Credit |
| Home Maintenance and Improvement is a course designed to prepare students to improve and maintain the urban or rural home and adjacent buildings. It further prepares students to analyze repair needs and use approved safety techniques. Teacher approval is required. | |||
| Ag Science 364 | 10-12th Grade | 1 Semester | ½ Credit |
| Fruit, Nut, and Vegetable Production is a course that prepares students to operate enterprises concerned with the production of fruit, nuts, and vegetables. Teacher approval is required. | |||
| Ag Science 261 | 10-12th Grade | 1 Semester | ½ Credit |
| Introduction to Horticultural Sciences is a basic applied curse designed to enhance the agricultural comprehension of beginning students in Agricultural Science. The course introduces students to horticultural sciences with emphasis on technical skills and occupational opportunities. | |||
| Ag Science 362 | 10-12th Grade | 1 Semester | ½ Credit |
| Horticulture Plant Production is a continuation of Ag Science 261, Propagation, planting, pruning and fertilizing of plants, safety, career exploration and Horticulture Judging). Pre-requisite: Ag Science 261. | |||
| Ag Science 422 | 11-12th Grade | 2 Semesters | 1 Credit |
| General Agricultural Mechanics is a course that is shop/laboratory-oriented. It includes the essential agribusiness elements and the concepts and skills related to agricultural mechanics such as daily auto/truck maintenance, tractor driving, tractor maintenance, safety, arc welding, plumbing, oxy-acetylene, electric motors, small engines, construction, wood working, and the use of an engineer's level. | |||
| Ag Science 361 | 9-12th Grade | 2nd Semester | ½ Credit |
| Landscape Design, Construction and Maintenance is a technical course that prepares students to design, construct, and maintain planted areas and devices for the beautification of home grounds and other areas of human habitation and recreation. | |||
| Ag Science 363 | 9-12th Grade | 1st Semester | ½ Credit |
| Floral Design and Interior Landscape Development is a technical course that prepares students to design and arrange flowers, foliage and related plant materials for interior locations. | |||
| Individual and Family Life | 10-12th Grade | 1 Semester | ½ Credit |
| This course addresses the individual in the family. It explores basic functions and roles of the family unit. It takes an historical approach to the development of each individual, of the family, and of society. The content provides students with an opportunity to study the principles that affect family living, the responsibilities of adulthood, and career options and adjustments. Additional emphasis is placed on special concerns such as the relationship and management of the dual roles of homemaker and wage earner, meeting and coping with family problems (including causes and prevention of domestic violence), the role of elder family members and the care of the frail elderly. | |||
| Child Development | 10-12th Grade | 2nd Semester | ½ Credit |
| Parenting and child development is a laboratory course that focuses on parenthood education. The interrelationship of parenting behavior, behavior of children, and child development is shown. Students may expect to acquire background knowledge regarding the responsibilities involved in parenting and the knowledge needed for effective parenting. The development of the child is included and career choices and their impact on the family are addressed. The course is directed toward solving problems of the family as a family. The content emphasizes special parenting needs and/or situations such as single parenting, step-parenting, children in crises, and abusive parenting behaviors. The course involves content on managing the dual roles of homemaker and wage earner (including the impact of the management on family life and productivity of the worker.) | |||
| Nurse/Home Health Assistant | 10-12th Grade | 2 Semesters | 2 Credits |
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| This course is designed for the student interested in a nursing or health career. The course will prepare the student to become a Certified Nurse-Home Health Assistant (CNA). The 180 hour program is a combination of classroom, laboratory, and clinical learning that will introduce the student to all facets of the Nurse-Home Health Assistant, anatomy and physiology, basic patient care skill, vital signs, and personal grooming of the patient. After completion of this course, the student will qualify for the Texas Nurse Assistant Competency Evaluation Program Skills Test administered by the Texas Department of Health. NOTE: Nurse assistant students are required to provide a white professional uniform and shoes to be worn at clinical training. The student will also be responsible for the cost of the test given by the Texas Department of Health at the high school and Nesbit Nursing Home. The cost of this test is approximately $65.00. Each student will be required to have a tuberculosis test at his/her expense prior to clinical rotations. | |||
| Small Engine Repair | 10-12th Grade | 2 Semesters | 2 Credits |
| Successful completion of this 2 hour, year-long course could earn a student up to 8 college credits-in-escrow at Austin Community College. This is a pre-employment laboratory course with job specific training for entry-level employment. Instruction in the use of hand and power tools, with stress on safety, constitutes a portion of the classroom instruction. The course includes repair and service of small engines, entrepreneurship, safety, leadership, and career opportunities. | |||
| Early Childhood Professions I | 11-12th Grade | 2 Semesters | 2 Credits |
| This first year tech prep course is designed to prepare students for careers in early childhood, such as teaching, pediatric nursing, medicine, pediatrics, etc. Students will spend 4.5 hours per week in the classroom and 3 hours per week in a supervised field experience. Field experience will consist of 10 week rotations to include pre-kindergarten classes in elementary schools, licensed child care facilities, and the child development center at the high school. Students are required to travel independently to field assignments. Students who master Early Childhood Professions I competencies at the satisfactory or higher level may earn college credits-in-escrow. These credits are granted upon completion of a semester of work in the Tech Prep Child Development Program at San Antonio College and Southwest Texas State University. A tuberculosis test (TB), at student's expense, and a criminal background check is required of all students. Must have own transportation. | |||
| Early Childhood Professions II | 12th Grade | 2 Semesters | 2 Credit |
| This is the second year of the Tech Prep 2+2 Early Childhood Professional program. Students will spend 3 hours per week in the classroom and 4.5 hours per week in supervised field experience applying the knowledge learned in class. Field experiences require students to travel independently to their assignments. Upon completion of this course, students may exit from the program with entry level skills as an assistant teacher in a child care/education facility. Students who have mastered Early Childhood Professions I and II may earn 7 college credits-in-escrow at Southwest Texas State University and San Antonio College. Prerequisite: Early Childhood Professions I. | |||
| Introduction to Construction Careers | 10-12th Grade | 2 Semesters | 1 Credit |
| This activity-based course is designed to prepare students with entry-level employment skills. The course includes a basic understanding of career opportunities and training requirements in 6 fundamental occupational areas: carpentry, bricklaying, electrical trades, plumbing, concrete masonry, and painting. Entrepreneurship, leadership, and safety are included. | |||
| Building Trades I | 10-12th Grade | 2 Semesters | 2 Credits |
| This is an activity-based laboratory and construction site course with job specific training for entry-level employment in trades related to building careers: carpentry, bricklaying, residental electricity, painting, decorating, and plumbing. A study of entrepreneurship, leadership, and career opportunities is included. | |||
| Building Trades II | 11-12th Grade | 2 Semesters | 2 Credits |
| This is a combination of Building Trades I with emphasis on advanced skills and developing higher level thinking skills with on-site construction emphasized. Prerequisite: Building Trades I. | |||
| Electrical Technology I | 10-12th Grade | 2 Semesters | 2 Credits |
| This is a pre-employment laboratory course primarily designed to provide job specific training for entry level employment in residential, commercial and industrial electrical careers. This course will also qualify students for entry level into 30 other electrical career areas. Instruction includes shop and job safety, molecular and electron theory, basic electrical theory, National Electrical Code and Seguin Electrical Code, low voltage and line voltage wiring, electrical component identification and circuit design and layout. Students will be required to get an Electrical Apprentice License from the City of Seguin and will leave campus to perform on-the-job training within the community. The City of Seguin will also give an hour-for-hour credit for this course toward a Journeyman license. | |||
| Machine Shop I | 10-12th Grade | 2 Semesters | 2 Credits |
| A pre-employment laboratory course designed to provide job specific training for entry-level employment skills in metal machinist careers. Instruction includes: precision measuring, blueprint reading, drilling, turning, boring, milling, broaching, reaming, understanding of computer numerically controlled machining (CNC), safety, and career opportunities. | |||
| Machine Shop II | 11-12th Grade | 2 Semesters | 2 Credits |
| This is a continuation of Machine Shop I with emphasis on development of advanced skills in areas such as programming and operating a computer numerically controlled (CNC) milling machine. Prerequisite: Machine Shop I. | |||
| Cosmetology I | 10-12th Grade | 2 Semesters | 3 Credits |
| This course is a planned 1500 hour, 2 year sequence of classroom and laboratory instruction, 100 laboratory clock hours plus 500 academic hours earned upon the completion of the 1000 laboratory hours (500 hrs. each year). This 3 hour 3 credit course requires the student to take and pass 2 academic courses concurrently. These academic courses must be taken in English, Math, Business, Art, or Lab Sciences. Instruction includes all services related to hair, nails, and skin care, and meets the Texas Cosmetology Commission requirements for licensor upon passing the state exam. If the student has not taken Introduction to Cosmetology (prepaid $25.00), the student will have approximately $40.00 in registration and course fees. | |||
| Cosmetology II | 11-12th Grade | 2 Semesters | 3 Credits |
| This course is a continuation of Cosmetology I. Upon completion of classroom and laboratory activities, students will have completed 1,000 clocked hours of instruction and pass academic courses required to receive credit for 500 academic hours required to qualify for the cosmetologists licensing examination administered by the Texas Cosmetology Commission in Austin, Texas. Prerequisite: Cosmetology I. | |||
| Criminal Justice | 11-12th Grade | 2 Semesters | 1 Credit |
| This course is based on the curriculum, training techniques, and materials used in certified police academics and college criminal justice programs. Comprehensive instruction is provided on the criminal justice system, constitutional and statutory laws, and law enforcement procedures and techniques including arrest, search and seizure; criminal investigation; court system; probation/parole; juvenile justice system; corrections; and domestic violence. | |||
| High School Band | 9-12th Grade | 2 Semesters | 1 Credit |
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| This course may meet P. E. requirement or the Fine Arts elective requirement. Each student enrolled in the class is a member of the Marching Band and the Concert Band. The Marching Band performs at ALL football games (some of them are out of town), U.I.L. contests, various area parades, etc. The Concert Band performs at U.I.L. contests, festivals, and other performances throughout the year. Attendance at these performances is required and is part of the participation grade received. Emphasis is placed on musicianship and a positive cooperative attitude. Teacher approval required. | |||
| Jazz Band | 9-12th Grade | 2 Semesters | 1 Credit |
| This course would involve forming a "Jazz Band" for study, rehearsal, and performing of different styles of music (rock, swing, jazz, etc.). Teacher approval required. | |||
| Art I | 9-12th Grade | 2 Semesters | 1 Credit |
| Provides an understanding of the elements and principles of good design through various art forms. The student will be provided the opportunity to work in the areas of design, drawing, painting, printmaking, and sculpture. This course will provide the student with experiences that incorporate a variety of media, artistic styles, and historical periods. | |||
| Art II | 10-12th Grade | 2 Semesters | 1 Credit |
| This course will provide the students with experiences that incorporate a variety of media, artistic styles, and historical periods. Prerequisite: Art I. | |||
| Art III | 11-12th Grade | 2 Semesters | 1 Credit |
| Students must have completed Art I and Art II with a grade of A or B. Students will learn to communicate their ideas in several different ways. They will expand their perceptive, interpretive, and analytical abilities. (Student must have teacher recommendation to take this course.) | |||
| Foundations of Personal Fitness | 9-12th Grade | 1 Semester | ½ Credit |
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| The basic purpose of this course is to motivate students to strive for lifetime personal fitness with an emphasis on the health-related components of physical fitness. | |||
| Athletics | 9-12th Grade | 1-2 Semesters | ½-1 Credit |
| Physical Education provides a variety of individual and team activities. The basic rules, skills, scoring, and terminology are stressed. Activities may include soccer, softball, weights, track, tennis, life skills, carry-over sports, gymnastics, and conditioning. Only 1½ units can count towards minimum graduation requirements. | |||
| Health | 9-11th Grade | 1 Semester | ½ Credit |
| The high school health education course is designed to help students examine their life styles, select goals, and make plans to achieve and maintain optimum health. A unit on First Aid and Safety is taught to prevent accidents and control injuries. Healthy interaction between individuals is stressed along with health related concepts on where we stand in our environment. | |||
| Outdoor Ed | 9-12th Grade | 2 Semesters | 1 Credit |
| This course provides an introduction to a variety of lifetime outdoor activities including canoeing, camping, backpacking, firearm safety, rappelling, and outdoor cooking. Refusal to participate in activities will result in removal from class. Class size will be limited to 16 students for safety and supervision requirements. Prerequisite: 1 year of P.E. and parent permission. | |||
| Peer Assistant Leadership (PALS) | 11-12th Grade | 2 Semesters | 1 Credit |
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| Students are assigned 3-4 pals to mentor and tutor at the elementary and/or middle school level. Students will spend 1 to 2 days a week in the classroom and 3 to 4 days a week working with their pals. Students interested in being a PAL should have good people skills, enjoy working with children, and see themselves as a role model. Students interested in the program will fill out an application, be evaluated by their teachers, and will be interviewed by the sponsor and peers. Prerequisite: Teacher approval. | |||
| Study Hall | 9-12th Grade | 1-2 Semesters | Pass/Fail |
| This is a non-credit course designed for the student to work on class or homework assignments. | |||
| Internet: San Antonio College | 11-12th Grade | 2 Semesters | H.S. or College Credit |
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| Intro to Psychology | 11-12th Grade | 2 Semesters | 1 Credit |
| Introduction to the fundamental concepts of psychology. Topics studied include learning, thinking, motivation, emotion, personality, perception, and the form and function of the nervous system. | |||