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FIND YOUR FUTURE NEST!

LOWER DAUPHIN HIGH SCHOOL

201 South Hanover St

Hummelstown, Pennsylvania 17036

WWW.LDSD.ORG

CAREER & COURSE

PLANNING

GUIDE

2019-2020

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OUR DISTRICT VISION

For all students to be successful, it is our commitment to provide customized

educational opportunities and quality instruction that promote creativity,

collaboration and problem solving in a safe, supportive environment. Our graduates

will take their place in a global society as productive and responsible citizens and

lifelong learners.

PRINCIPAL Mr. Justin Hanula

ASSISTANT PRINCIPALS Mrs. Stephanie Vaughn – 10, 11 Dr. David Wuestner, Sr. – 9, 12

COUNSELORS

Mr. Nathan Espenshade – Class of 2020 Mrs. Lori Beaver – Class of 2021

Mrs. Farren Schmidt – Class of 2022 Mrs. Tanya Dreon – Class of 2023

DISTRICT ADMINISTRATION Dr. Robert Schultz, Superintendent

Mr. Todd Neuhard, Assistant to the Superintendent

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Training & Post-Secondary Information ................................................................................... 4 Career Pathway Resources ....................................................................................................... 5 Career Pathway Descriptions .................................................................................................... 6 Arts & Communications ............................................................................................................ 7 Business, Finance & Information Technology ........................................................................... 9 Engineering & Industrial Technology ...................................................................................... 11 Human Services…………………….……………………………………………………………………………………………13 Science & Health………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..15 Procedural Information about Course Planning………………………………………………………………… 17 Course Levels .......................................................................................................................... 18 Weighting of Classes & Class Rank ......................................................................................... 18 Gifted Programming ............................................................................................................... 18 GPA .......................................................................................................................................... 19 Graduation Requirements ...................................................................................................... 20 One-to-One Technology Initiative .......................................................................................... 20 College in the High School/Harrisburg University ……………………………………………………………… 20 NCAA ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 21 Comprehensive Course List……………………………………………………………………………………………….. 22 Beyond the Nest ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..29 Four Year Planning Form…………………………………………………………………………………………………….30

THE FULL COURSE DESCRIPTION GUIDE CAN BE FOUND

ON-LINE: http://www.ldsd.org/Page/6560

A student’s program of study is most important, and the selection of courses should be made

only after careful planning and deliberation. Each student is encouraged to arrange a conference

with his/her School Counselor every year in order to choose courses on the basis of his or her

abilities, interests, academic achievement, and post-secondary school plans. With the help of

counselors, teachers, and parents, students should choose a high school program consistent

with the career goals and objectives they have established. The Full Course Description Guide

provides students with complete descriptions of all the classes listed in this guide.

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CAREER PATHWAYS – FINDING YOUR FUTURE NEST

WHAT

It is the desire of the Lower Dauphin School District to provide students with the resources and encouragement

to choose a future pathway that is based on employment opportunities and student abilities, interests, and

personality. The Career Pathways, organized and developed by state and federal workforce agencies, provide

groupings of careers that share similar characteristics and whose employment requirements call for common

interests, strengths and competencies.

WHY

Choosing a pathway helps a student to focus on classes that match career interests. A pathway can help student

set goals, experiment with interesting subjects, and take courses that relate to future plans. When students

leave our nest, we would like for them to have a direction to fly!

HOW

Students will research career fields and personal interests throughout middle school so that in 9th grade, they

are able to choose elective courses that are aligned with their abilities, plans and/or career goals.

TRAINING AND POST-SECONDARY INFORMATION

All post-high school career planning should involve decision-making about the types of education needed to achieve

career aspirations.

On the Job Training Certificates and Diplomas

There are jobs and careers that allow students who have graduated from high school the opportunity to participate in training while they are employed. Examples: Retail Sales Clerk, Bank Teller, Mason, HVAC, Nurse’s Aide, Child Care Worker, Landscaper, Military Service

Although some schools use the terms interchangeably, diploma programs are typically more comprehensive than certificate programs. The length of time it takes to complete these programs varies by school; however, you can expect to earn a certificate or diploma in less than two years. Examples: Welder, Chef, Cosmetologist, Dental Assistant

Associate Degree Bachelor’s Degree (or advanced degrees such as Master and PhD.)

A two-year degree can be an Associate of Arts (A.A.) or Associate of Science (A.S.). Some occupations require an associate degree to prepare to work in the chosen field. Community colleges, career colleges and some four-year colleges offer these degrees. Examples: Auto Mechanic/Technician, Veterinary Technician, Dental Hygienist, Physical Therapy Assistant, Web Developer, Police Officer, Military

Bachelor’s Degrees are typically 4 years in length. Students can earn a Bachelor’s in Science (B.S.) or a Bachelor’s in Arts (B.A.) Master’s Degree are usually 2-3 years in length and occur after a student has earned Bachelor’s Degree. Doctoral Degrees (or PhD) are typically another 4-6 years of education after earning a Bachelor’s Degree.

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HOW DO I KNOW WHICH PATH IS RIGHT FOR ME?

Career planning requires self-exploration, which involves a consideration of ones’ interests,

abilities and personality.

http://connection.naviance.com/ldauphin The LDHS School Counseling Office uses Naviance to assist

us and our students in managing the career planning and college application process. Naviance is a

comprehensive website that students can use as a tool to help identify their interests, research careers and

manage post-secondary planning and applications. Students log in with their own user name and password and

can complete surveys, assessments and begin compiling lists of prospective careers and college/technical school

options. ** Students should contact their counselor for their user name and password.

https://tinyurl.com/PDE-Career-Pathways The Pennsylvania Department of Education has organized

career pathways information to help students explore similarly grouped career options.

www.pacareerzone.org Pennsylvania Career Zone is a free career exploration and planning system

developed by the Pennsylvania Department of Education and the Pennsylvania Department of Labor and

Industry. Students can create a free account where they can complete assessments and explore comprehensive

information on 900 occupations including state specific wages, worker attributes, job characteristics, and much

more.

www.educationplanner.org Education Planner is a public service of the Pennsylvania Higher Education

Assistance Agency (PHEAA) and its student loan servicing operations. The working world may seem like a long way off, but it is never too early to plan for your goals. On this free site, students can identify skills and interests and then explore some suitable careers. This site also provides comprehensive information in regards to financial planning and post-secondary schools.

www.bls.gov/k12 The Bureau of Labor Statistics of the U.S. Department of Labor is a Federal agency

responsible for measuring labor market activity, working conditions, and price changes in the economy. Its mission is to collect, analyze, and disseminate essential economic information to support public and private decision-making. The student section of this website provides activities, videos and definitions of occupations that are (or will be) necessary in our communities.

https://todaysmilitary.com The U.S. Military consists of five active-duty service branches and their

respective Guard and Reserve units. Together, they offer a variety of ways to serve and a range of career opportunities. This site provides information about joining, training, and working within the Military.

http://connection.naviance.com/ldauphin

https://tinyurl.com/PDE-Career-Pathways

http://www.pacareerzone.org/

http://www.educationplanner.org/

http://www.bls.gov/k12

https://todaysmilitary.com/

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FIVE CAREER PATHWAYS www.education.pa.gov

Arts and Communications: Designed to cultivate students' awareness, interpretation, application

and production of visual, verbal and written work. This career cluster is categorized into six different areas: Audio and Video Technology and Film Printing Technology and Graphic Communication Technology Visual Arts Performing Arts Journalism and Broadcasting Telecommunications

Business, Finance and Information Technology: Designed to prepare students for

careers in the world of business, finance and information services. This career cluster is categorized into four different areas:

Business Management and Administration

Finance

Information and Technology

Marketing

Engineering and Industrial Technology: Designed to cultivate students' interest,

awareness and application to areas related to technologies necessary to design, develop, install or maintain physical systems.

This career cluster is categorized into three different areas: Architecture and Construction Manufacturing Transportation, Distribution and Logistics

Human Services: Designed to cultivate students' interests, skills and experience for employment in

careers related to families and human needs. This career cluster is categorized into five different areas:

Education and training

Government and Public Administration

Hospitality and Tourism

Human Services

Law, Public Safety, Corrections and Security

Science and Health: Designed to cultivate students' interest in the life, physical and behavioral

sciences. In addition, the planning, managing and providing of therapeutic services, diagnostic services, health information and biochemistry research development.

This career cluster is categorized into three different areas:

Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources

Health Science

Science Technology Engineering and Math Under each of the pathways (pages 7, 9, 11, 13, 15), please note that occupations are marked with a notation as a High Priority Occupation. According to the Pennsylvania Center for Workforce Information and Analysis, “High Priority Occupations (HPOs) are one component of Pennsylvania's industry-driven approach to workforce development. The purpose of the HPO lists is to align workforce training and education investments with occupations that are in demand by employers, have higher skill needs and are most likely to provide family sustaining wages. Combining statistical data with regional expert input allow for a complete picture of the actual workforce needs of the commonwealth”.

http://www.education.pa.gov/K-12/PACareerStandards/CareerPathways/Pages/ArtsandCommunications.aspx

http://www.education.pa.gov/K-12/PACareerStandards/CareerPathways/Pages/BusinessFinanceIT.aspx

http://www.education.pa.gov/K-12/PACareerStandards/CareerPathways/Pages/EngineeringIndTech.aspx

http://www.education.pa.gov/K-12/PACareerStandards/CareerPathways/Pages/HumanServices.aspx

http://www.education.pa.gov/K-12/PACareerStandards/CareerPathways/Pages/ScienceHealth.aspx

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ARTS AND COMMUNICATIONS PATHWAY

You might select this pathway if… Can you… Do You enjoy…

You are interested in art, music or

writing

You are creative and enjoy

entertaining others

Are good communicators

Like to work in teams

You like to create things with your

hands

Sing, act or play an instrument

Be creative

Articulate clearly

Meet deadlines

Make and create art or objects

Learning new technology

Making/editing videos

Performing in front of a live audience

Writing

Working with others to create new

ideas

Creating envisioning and designing

beautiful or unique things

SAMPLE CAREER FIELDS

Entry Level (on the job training) Technical/Skilled Level (1-3 years of

education)

Professional level (4+ years of

education)

Dancer/Performer

Model

Photographer

Sound Technician

Stage Hand

**Telecommunication Technician

Florist

Announcer

Desktop Publisher

Newsroom worker

Singer

Tattoo Artist

Dancer/Performer

Choreographer

Actor

Book Illustrator

Artist

Fashion/Jewelry Designer

Computer Graphic Designer

Graphic and Printing Operations

**Web Designer

Courtroom Artist

YouTube Video Creator

Desktop Publisher

Broadcast Technician

Musician/Singer

Video, Graphics and Special Effects

Video Game Designer Theater Technical Staff/ Lighting and Sound

Art/Music Teacher

Musician/Singer

Dancer/Performer

Cinematographer

Film Editor

Museum Curator/Gallery Manager

Art Director

Logo/Branding Designer

Interior Designer

Fashion/Textile Designer

Industrial Designer

Writer/Editor

News Broadcaster

Graphics, Special Effects and Animation

Multimedia Artists

Video Game Designer

Commercial Photographers

Production Managers

Producers/Directors

Stagecraft Designers

Public Relations

**High Priority Occupations in South Central PA - jobs that are in demand according to the PA Center for Workforce Information & Analysis

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ARTS AND COMMUNICATIONS PATHWAY

Related ELECTIVE courses available by grade

9th grade 10th grade 11th grade 12th grade

Fine Art I Multicultural Art Sculpture Pottery I Illustration I Photography I Fibers Public Speaking Performing Arts I/II Falcon Flash Personal Development Design & Textiles Foreign Languages Orchestra/Band/Chorus Music Theory I Design & Prototyping Basic Machine Woodworking

Digital Multimedia Design Photoshop & Graphic Design

Architectural CAD Engineering 3D CAD

Fine Art I/II Multicultural Art Sculpture Pottery I/II Wheel Throwing Illustration I/II Photography I/II Fibers Technology Help Desk Public Speaking Advanced Public Speaking Performing Arts I/II Falcon Flash Yearbook Personal Development Design & Textiles Foreign Languages Orchestra/Band/Chorus Music Theory I/II Design & Prototyping Basic Machine Woodworking Product Design & Manufacturing I



Fine Art I/II/III Multicultural Art Sculpture Pottery I/II/III Wheel Throwing Illustration I/II/III Photography I/II/III Fibers AP Art History Marketing & Entrepreneurship Sports & Entertainment Marketing

Technology Help Desk Public Speaking Advanced Public Speaking Performing Arts I/II Falcon Flash Yearbook Design & Textiles Foreign Languages Orchestra/Band/Chorus Music Theory I/II Design & Prototyping Basic Machine Woodworking Product Design & Manufacturing I/II



Fine Art I/II/III/IV Multicultural Art Sculpture Pottery I/II/III/IV Wheel Throwing Illustration I/II/III Photography I/II/III/IV Fibers AP Art History Marketing & Entrepreneurship Sports & Entertainment Marketing

Technology Help Desk Public Speaking Advanced Public Speaking Performing Arts I/II Falcon Flash Yearbook Design & Textiles Foreign Languages Orchestra/Band/Chorus Music Theory I/II Design & Prototyping Basic Machine Woodworking Product Design & Manufacturing I/II



CAREER RESOURCES

www.bls.gov – The Bureau of Labor Statistics provides information on all documented careers and additional links to site

with information about obtaining training and employment in a desired field of study. Click on the Student Tab for quick

access to pertinent topics.

www.theartcareerproject.com -- Explore advice, interviews, and how-to guides from artists and business experts who are

here to help you find inspiration, unlock your creativity and succeed in the world of art.

https://tinyurl.com/Arts-and-Communications The Pennsylvania Department of Education has organized career pathways

information to help students explore similarly grouped career options.

http://www.bls.gov/

http://www.theartcareerproject.com/

https://tinyurl.com/Arts-and-Communications

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BUSINESS, FINANCE AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY PATHWAY


You are interested in a business environment You like buying and selling merchandise You like working in groups and planning events You like working with technology You like accounting and money management

Organize your time efficiently

Work with statistics and financial information

Pay attention to details

Work independently and show initiative

Work on a team and with others

Preparing reports and explaining them to others

Planning events

Making budgets and keeping track of money

Organizing projects

Working with technology



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Bank teller

Bookkeeper

Cashier

Payroll Clerk

Administrative Assistant

Retail Sales Clerk

Customer Service Representative

Small Business Owner

Entrepreneur

**Legal Secretary

**Paralegal

Tax Preparer

Computer Support Specialist

Medical Secretary

Real Estate Agent

Sales Representative

Sales Specialist/Associate

Entrepreneur

Technical Support Specialist

Web Developer/Designer

Loan Officer

**Certified Public Accountant

Financial Manager

**Systems Analyst

Human Resources

Manager (Retail/Sales)

Project Manager

Sports and Entertainment Management

Merchandise Buyer

Advertising Manager

Purchasing Manager

Public Relations Manager

Network Administrator

Blog/Social Networking Specialist

Web Master

Media/Instructional Designer

**Programming/Software Engineer

Stock Broker



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BUSINESS, FINANCE AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY PATHWAY



Photography I Public Speaking Personal Development Foreign Languages Computer Programming I Photoshop & Graphic Design

Digital Multimedia Design Engineering 3D CAD

Photography I/II Word & Power Point Cert. Excel & Access Certification

Accounting I/II Technology Help Desk Public Speaking Advanced Public Speaking Personal Development Culinary Arts I/II Foreign Languages Computer Programming I/II Photoshop & Graphic Design

Digital Multimedia Design Engineering 3D CAD

Photography I/II/III Word & Power Point Cert. Excel & Access Certification

Accounting I/II/III Technology Help Desk Sports & Entertainment Marketing

Business Law Marketing & Entrepreneurship

Public Speaking Advanced Public Speaking Culinary Arts I/II/III/IV Family Relations & Independent Living

Foreign Languages Computer Programming I/II/III

AP Statistics Photoshop & Graphic Design Digital Multimedia Design Engineering 3D CAD

Photography I/II/III/IV Word & Power Point Cert. Excel & Access Certification

Accounting I/II/III Technology Help Desk Sports & Entertainment Marketing

Business Law Marketing & Entrepreneurship

Business Internship Co-op Work Experience Public Speaking Advanced Public Speaking Culinary Arts I/II/III/IV Family Relations & Independent Living

Foreign Languages Computer Programming I/II/III

Cyber Security AP Statistics Photoshop & Graphic Design Digital Multimedia Design Engineering 3D CAD

CAREER RESOURCES




https://money.usnews.com/careers/best-jobs/rankings/best-business-jobs - The US News and World Report has gathered

information on a variety of business related occupations.

https://tinyurl.com/Business-Finance-and-IT - The Pennsylvania Department of Education has organized career

pathways information to help students explore similarly grouped career options.


http://www.bls.gov/

https://money.usnews.com/careers/best-jobs/rankings/best-business-jobs

https://tinyurl.com/Business-Finance-and-IT

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ENGINEERING AND INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY PATHWAY


You enjoy building things

You enjoy math and science

You like research and are detail

oriented

You like designing systems

You are curious and enjoy solving

problems

Apply math and science to the real

world

Solve complex problems

Understand directives and read maps

Organize reports and people

See a task/project from start to finish

Traveling

Working with your hands

Working in a lab setting

Working outdoors or on site

Building and operating tools and

equipment

Designing/building models and

prototypes



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Roofer

Machine operator

**Laborer/Construction Crew

Warehouse Worker

Caret/drywall Installer

Industrial Machine Mechanic

Landscaper/Groundskeeper

Painter

Cargo/Freight Agent

Travel/Transportation Agent

APPRENTICESHIPS

Masonry

**Carpenter

Electrician

**HVAC

**Plumber/Pipe Fitter

**Diesel Mechanic

**Machinist

Electrical Technician

Welder

Civil Engineering Technician

Robotics Technician

CAD Technician

**Auto Mechanic/Auto Body Repair

Ship/Boat Mechanic

Motorcycle Maintenance

**Diesel Mechanic

Air Traffic Controller

Motorcycle Mechanic

**Truck Driver

Production and Operations Worker

Facilities Engineer/Maintenance

Worker

Surveyor/Mapping Technician

Air Traffic Controller

Warehouse Manager

Flight Attendant

Construction Manager or Project

Manager

Cost Estimator

Nuclear Engineer

Architect

Landscape Architect

Civil Engineer

Aeronautical Engineer

Commercial Pilot

Computer Engineer

**Computer Systems Analyst

**Software Developer

Mechanical Engineer

Astronaut/NASA Engineer

Environmental Engineer

**Industrial Engineer

Commercial Pilots



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ENGINEERING AND INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY PATHWAY



Public Speaking Foreign Languages Computer Programming I AP Statistics STEM Class Disease Detectives Design & Prototyping Basic Machine Woodworking


Architectural CAD Engineering 3D CAD Robotics Engineering I Engineering Design

Public Speaking Advanced Public Speaking Foreign Languages Computer Programming I/II Cyber Security AP Statistics STEM Class Disease Detectives Design & Prototyping Basic Machine Woodworking Product Design & Manufacturing I


Architectural CAD Engineering 3D CAD Robotics Engineering I/II Engineering Design

AP Art History Public Speaking Advanced Public Speaking Foreign Languages Computer Programming I/II/III

Cyber Security AP Statistics STEM Class Disease Detectives Design & Prototyping Basic Machine Woodworking Product Design & Manufacturing I/II



AP Art History Public Speaking Advanced Public Speaking Foreign Languages Computer Programming I/II/III

Cyber Security AP Statistics STEM Class Disease Detectives Design & Prototyping Basic Machine Woodworking Product Design & Manufacturing I/II



CAREER RESOURCES




https://tinyurl.com/E-and-Indust-Tech The Pennsylvania Department of Education has organized career pathways

information to help students explore similarly grouped career options.

https://www.pct.edu/k12/degreesthatwork This is a video series called Degrees That Work sponsored by Penn College of

Technology, which provides career awareness and direction for students interested in the Engineering and Industrial Tech

Cluster.


http://www.bls.gov/

https://tinyurl.com/E-and-Indust-Tech

https://www.pct.edu/k12/degreesthatwork

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HUMAN SERVICES PATHWAY


You are interested in caring for

people

You enjoy communicating with

others

You like helping people to reach their

full potential

You like working with people of all

ages

Plan and direct programs

Communicate well

Assume a leadership role

Work well in a team

Be conscientious and dependable

Helping and protecting others

Working with people

Counseling and advising others

Serving others’ needs

Helping people with problem solving



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Child Care Worker

Nanny

**Home Health Aide

Home Care Assistant

Library Assistant

Teacher’s Assistant/Aide

Security Guard

Postal Service Worker

Exercise Instructor

Waitress/Waiter/Hostess

Hotel Reservation Specialist

Hotel Housekeeping

Baker/Baker’s Assistant

Cook

Military/Armed Services Career

Park/Recreation Facilities Tour Guide

Ride Operator

Lifeguard

Executive Chef/Pastry Chef

Cosmetologist/Barber

Manicurist

**Massage Therapist

Child Care Center Director

Mortician

Personal Trainer

Crime Lab Technician

Fire Fighter

Flight Attendant

Military/Armed Services Career

Police Officer

Corrections Officer

Political Office Position (elected

official – Mayor, Borough Manager)

Parks/Gardens Activities Manager

Zoo/Aquarium Activities Manager

Travel Agent

Personal Trainer

Funeral Director

Marriage and Family Therapist **Mental Health/Drug and Alcohol Counselor

Teacher/Principal

College Professor

School Counselor

School Psychologist

Clinical Psychologist

Lawyer

Probation/Parole Officer

**Hotel/Restaurant Management

FBI Agent

Human Resources Manager

Librarian

State Police Officer

Political Office Position (elected

official – Senator, Legislator) Event Planner (Hotels/Recreations Facilities)

**Social Worker

**Caseworker



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HUMAN SERVICES PATHWAY



Public Speaking Personal Development Design & Textiles Athletic First Aid Foreign Languages

Public Speaking Advanced Public Speaking Accounting I/II Technology Help Desk Personal Development Culinary Arts I/II Nutrition & Wellness Design and Textiles Foreign Languages Athletic First Aid Psychology Sociology

Public Speaking Advanced Public Speaking Accounting I/II/III Technology Help Desk Business Law Culinary Arts I/II/III/IV Nutrition & Wellness Family Relations & Independent Living

Child Development Design and Textiles Foreign Languages Athletic First Aid AP Statistics Anatomy & Physiology AP Environmental Science Psychology Sociology AP Psychology

Public Speaking Advanced Public Speaking Accounting I/II/III Technology Help Desk Business Law Culinary Arts I/II/III/IV Nutrition & Wellness Family Relations & Independent Living

Child Development Design and Textiles Foreign Languages Athletic First Aid AP Statistics Anatomy & Physiology AP Environmental Science Psychology Sociology AP Psychology

CAREER RESOURCES




https://tinyurl.com/y8w6cuuh (Human Services) The Pennsylvania Department of Education has organized career



http://www.bls.gov/

https://tinyurl.com/y8w6cuuh

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SCIENCE AND HEALTH PATHWAY


You enjoy medical research

You enjoy the health care

environment

You are interested in environmental

issues

You enjoy working outdoors

You want to care for others

You are interested in conducting

experiments

Work in a lab setting or medical

facility

Apply scientific theory to real life

problems

Work outdoors with animals and

plants

Collect and analyze data from

experiments

Work with people in need

Diagnosing and caring for sick

animals or people

Working outdoors with wildlife

Working on a team

Working with numbers

Making contributions to society

Research



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Patient Care Technician

**Home Health Aide

**Nurse’s Aide

Pharmacy Technician

Animal Caretaker

Breeder

Wildlife Reserve Worker

Optician

**Medical Technicians (EEG, Dialysis)

**Medical Records/Secretary

Farmer/Rancher

Agricultural Sales

Greenhouse Worker

**Dental Hygienist

**Emergency Medical Technician

**Licensed Practical Nurse

**Massage Therapist

**Physical Therapy Assistant

**Radiology Technician

Surgical Technician

Diagnostic Medical Sonographer

Nuclear Medical technician

**Medical Lab Technician

Dental Lab Technician

Fish and Game Worker

Forest Conservationist

Surveyor

Veterinary Technician/Assistant

Sound Engineer

Medical Transcriptionist

Fish and Game Warden

Greenhouse Manager

Park Ranger

Athletic Trainer

Speech/Language Pathologist

Dietician

Physician Assistant

Physician/Surgeon

Chiropractor

Ophthalmologist

Psychiatrist

Medical Examiner

Pharmacist

Physical Therapist

**Nurse

Marine Biologist

Veterinarian

Zoologist

Wildlife Management

Geologist

Environmental Scientist

Chemical Engineer

Crime Scene Investigator

Psychologist



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SCIENCE AND HEALTH PATHWAY



Personal Development Foreign Languages Athletic First Aid Computer Programming I STEM Class Robotics Engineering I Engineering Design Digital Multimedia Design Design & Prototyping

Personal Development Culinary I/II Nutrition & Wellness Foreign Languages Athletic First Aid Computer Programming I/II STEM Class Robotics Engineering I/II Engineering Design Digital Multimedia Design Design & Prototyping Psychology Sociology

Child Development Family Relations & Independent Living

Culinary I/II/III/IV Nutrition & Wellness Foreign Languages Athletic First Aid Computer Programming I/II/III AP Statistics STEM Class Organic Chemistry Anatomy & Physiology AP Environmental Science AP Chemistry AP Biology Psychology Sociology AP Psychology Robotics Engineering I/II Engineering Design Digital Multimedia Design Design & Prototyping

HCEP Investigating Health Careers

Child Development Family Relations & Independent Living

Culinary I/II/III/IV Nutrition & Wellness Foreign Languages Athletic First Aid Computer Programming I/II/III AP Statistics STEM Class Organic Chemistry Anatomy & Physiology AP Environmental Science AP Chemistry AP Biology Psychology Sociology AP Psychology Robotics Engineering I/II Engineering Design Digital Multimedia Design Design & Prototyping

CAREER RESOURCES




www.explorehealthcareers.org is a collaboration between today’s health professionals and leading health care

associations designed to help people start on path toward a career in health. Here you will find the latest health career

information and tools to guide you as you prepare for a future in health care.

https://tinyurl.com/ycred2le (Science and Health) The Pennsylvania Department of Education has organized career



http://www.bls.gov/

http://www.explorehealthcareers.org/

https://tinyurl.com/ycred2le

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COURSE SELECTION – PROCEDURAL INFORMATION

The tentative course selection timeline for 2019-2020 school year is as follows:

January 23, 2019 7:00 pm in the Middle School Cafeteria – Evening program for eighth grade parents to explain the course selection process, get an in-depth look at the HS program and meet a few 9th grade teachers. (Snow date is January 31 at the Middle School) Late January/Early February – Counselors visit classes in the middle school and high school to provide information to students about the Course Selection process. All classroom teachers will meet with students to make recommendations in their subject areas. Students will select courses and complete any necessary course selection paperwork. February 8th (tentative) – Course Selection Cards due and collected in homeroom and/or class. By early March, course tallies will be available for staffing recommendations. February through May 2019 – Counselors will meet with students as needed to review teacher and parent recommendations. August 5, 2019 (tentative) – Student preliminary/tentative schedules will be available online for the 2019-2020 school year. Printed schedules will not be mailed unless they are requested by students/families. POLICY FOR SCHEDULE CHANGES: August 16, 2019 – Last day for student-initiated schedule changes. Summer changes do not include teacher or lunch reassignments. Once the school year begins:

o Students will remain in classes for the first two weeks of school. No schedule changes will be made. o In weeks 3 and 4 of school, schedule changes are permitted for academic misplacements (with teacher

and parent approval) AND elective changes can be made (from one elective to another – also with parental approval).

o From week 4 of school through week 8, the ONLY types of changes will be for academic misplacements (with teacher and parent approval). Deadline: a week prior to the end of the 1st marking period

o After week 8, no schedule changes will be made unless they are approved by a principal. o For second semester classes, students will only be able to make a change up until the second week of the

course (week 2 of the 3rd MP). All summer course changes must be requested by August 16, 2019. Once the school year begins, any schedule change will be recorded on the student’s transcript (for example, if a student withdraws from a course with a passing grade, the student will receive a WP; if the student withdraws from a course with a failing grade, the student will receive a WF). * The transcript will reflect all schedule changes once the school year begins per the grade policy listed above. Full-year classes are only awarded credit in June. Credit is awarded in January for semester 1 classes and in June for semester 2 courses. If a student drops a course, he/she shall receive a WP/WF indicating withdrawal. Scheduled courses may not be discontinued without student, teacher, parental, counselor and administrative approval for sufficient reason. Alternate selections to meet annual credit requirements must be determined at the time of withdrawal. Students may be dropped from a course for disciplinary reasons and in that instance, do not have to maintain the minimum credit requirement. Students who have not completed the necessary requirements for graduation may not participate in commencement exercises.

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LEVELS OF COURSES

LDHS uses course levels to guide students in selecting a satisfactory academic program according to their interests, needs and abilities.

The Career Prep (CRP) and General (G) levels are for students whose goal is to enter the world of work immediately following graduation. The emphasis is placed on employability and life skills. The Tech Prep (TP) level is designed for students considering two-year colleges, trade/technical programs and possibly four-year colleges. These courses combine academic and applied learning situations.

College Prep (CP), Honors (H) and Advanced Placement (AP) courses are designed for students whose goal is to attend a four-year college upon graduation. Emphasis is placed on academic rigor. Any student who elects to take the AP exam for the AP course in which s/he is enrolled shall be exempted from the course’s final exam if the student’s cumulative grade point average for the course is an 85% or better at the end of the fourth marking period.

For students to be eligible to take Honors courses in any academic area, they must achieve at least a 93% average in their respective college prep courses. To remain in the Honors program, a student must maintain at least an 80% average in the Honors course for that department. Students moving from a middle school program must achieve an A- in order to gain admittance in the Honors program for each respective department. Middle school students already enrolled in an honors level course must maintain a B- to continue in the honors level in the high school.

WEIGHTING OF COURSES

Courses offered in the Lower Dauphin High School curriculum vary considerably in their degree of difficulty. This range of course difficulty results from a program that is geared to provide for a broad range of student differences in abilities, interests, vocational, and academic pursuits. For this reason, grade points vary in accordance with the levels of difficulty of the course. This weighting factor is necessary to assure that an element of fairness exists in determining the class rank of students. All courses ranked as Weight 1 shall be recorded as the actual grade average. Courses ranked as Weight 2 shall receive an additional 2.5 percentage points to the grade average. Courses ranked as Weight 3 shall receive an additional 5 percentage points to the grade average. Courses ranked as Weight 4 shall receive an additional 10 percentage points. Courses ranked as Weight 5 shall receive an additional 12 percentage points. The weight for each course is indicated on the course tracking sequence for each department.

In computing the weighted grade point average, only academic courses (Weight 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5) shall be considered. Excluded from the computation are most classes from Art, Health and Physical Education, Family and Consumer Sciences, Technology Education, Music, Reading and Independent Studies.

CLASS RANK

Class rank is determined by arranging all students in order of their weighted grade point averages. This average is based upon the total percentage points earned divided by the credits for academic courses taken. The computation will take place each marking period. Students who repeat courses due to previous low grades or for other reasons shall have both grades listed on a transcript, but only one credit will be awarded. In 9th grade, there is a great deal of movement in the first marking period. For that reason, 9th graders will not receive a class rank on their report card until the end of the second marking period. Eligibility for recognition of valedictorian and salutatorian honors shall be limited to students who are continuously enrolled at Lower Dauphin High School for three (3) or more school years immediately prior to the date of graduation.

GIFTED PROGRAMMING

Chapter 16 of the PA School Code and the PA Gifted Education Guidelines inform the gifted program at Lower Dauphin

High School. Given the nature of the high school’s general education programming and the nature of students at this

point in their development and academic careers, gifted students may or may not need specially designed instruction (SDI)

and a Gifted Individualized Educational Plan (GIEP). The Gifted Multi-Disciplinary Team (GMDT) and GIEP Teams, as

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requested, examine data to determine such a need. These teams are comprised of the student, parent(s), regular

education teacher, gifted support teacher, counselor, administrator, and other representatives.

GIEPs exist to provide gifted students who are in need of academic acceleration and/or enrichment beyond what is already provided in the general education program. Whether a gifted student has a GIEP or not, the gifted support teacher and counselor serve as advocates for the student in terms of developing a 4-year (graduation) plan and ensuring communication about academic, volunteer, work, college, and career opportunities at and beyond the high school. As needed and as determined by the GMDT/GIEP Teams, gifted students are permitted to enroll in one online course per school year through the Capital Area Online Learning Association (CAOLA) or other district-approve provider for a maximum of two (2) credits in their high school career. These courses could take the place of courses needed for graduation or to accelerate or to enrich a strength area or area of interest. If a student wishes to take an online course that is not through CAOLA, the course must be approved prior to enrollment. For a non-CAOLA class, gifted students/parent(s) will be responsible to pay for and enroll in the course; the district will reimburse the family at the rate of a CAOLA class. Students can earn a grade through CAOLA but will receive a pass/fail grade if the online course is taken through another online company or institution. To learn more about CAOLA, contact your counselor and explore the Lower Dauphin website for application deadlines and course options.

GRADE POINT AVERAGE

In computing the non-weighted grade point average, all courses are considered. To compute the non-weighted GPA, the percentages earned are converted to a 4.0 scale, added together and then divided by the total number of credits.

COMPETENCY TESTS

The Keystone Exams are end-of-course assessments designed to assess proficiency in various subjects. During the 2019-2020 school year the following Keystone Exams will be given: Algebra I, Literature and Biology. At the time of this publication, students graduating with the class of 2020 must demonstrate proficiency on all Keystone exams as a graduation requirement. Remediation classes will be mandatory for non-proficient students.

Information obtained from state/local assessments will be valuable for (1) planning future school programs, curriculum development and in-service training and (2) informing the public about student achievement. These assessments will provide individual student reports as well as school, district and state data.

DRIVERS EDUCATION

Students in 10th grade have an opportunity to sign up for an on-line Drivers Education course through Shield Driving School. LDHS will pay the $50 registration fee for those students who register in advance. It is an optional course (not required for graduation), and individual students will have the opportunity to complete this course at home; it will not be scheduled during the school day. Information about the on-line course along with behind-the-wheel driver training can be found at www.shielddriving.com or by calling Shield Driving School at 329-5215.

Letter Grade

Percent Quality Points

1.0 credit

Quality Points

0.5 credit

Quality Points

0.25 credit

A+ 97-100 4.0 2.0 1.0

A 93-96 3.9 1.95 0.975

A- 90-92 3.7 1.85 0.925

B+ 87-89 3.3 1.65 0.825

B 83-86 3.0 1.50 0.75

B- 80-82 2.7 1.35 0.675

C+ 77-79 2.3 1.15 0.575

C 73-76 2.0 1.00 0.50

C- 70-72 1.7 0.85 0.425

D+ 67-69 1.3 0.65 0.325

D 63-66 1.0 0.50 0.25

D- 60-62 0.7 0.35 0.175

F 59 & below 0 0 0

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GRADUATION CREDIT REQUIREMENTS

COURSE CREDITS NOTES

English 4.0 English 9, 10 11 and 12

Social Studies 4.0 US History, American Government, World History I, Modern World History (.5) and History Elective (.5)

Mathematics 3.0 See Math Sequences for suggested path

Science 3.0-4.0 Earth & Environment, Biology and Physical Science (3.0 total) OR Earth & Environment, Biology, Chemistry and Physics (4.0 total)

Health 0.5

PE 1.5 Three PE classes total

Careers & Personal Finance

0.5

Electives 6.0-7.0 If taking Chemistry and Physics, then 6.0 If taking Physical Science, then 7.0

TOTAL 23.5 Students are encouraged to use the four-year planning form at the end of this book to plan for the sequence of classes and graduation requirements.

ONE-TO-ONE TECHNOLOGY INITIATIVE

The purpose of Lower Dauphin High School’s One-to-One program is to provide all students access to technology that will enhance current teaching and instructional strategies. Through the integration of technology, our students will learn the skills necessary to compete in a global economy and be equipped for post-secondary education. Our learning environment integrates today’s digital tools, accommodates mobile lifestyles, and encourages students to work collaboratively in teams. Every Lower Dauphin student will be issued a district laptop during their high school tenure. In order to use the laptop during school and take it home overnight, the following obligations must be met:

Parent/Guardian o Update Infosnap information o Complete and sign parent agreement form

Student o Complete and sign student agreement form o Pay the $25 technology fee ($10 for students on free or reduced lunch) o Participate in any required laptop training

Students may buy out their district-issued laptops upon graduation. Please refer to the Student Technology Manual for more information. Questions about the One-to-One laptop program can be directed to the Help Nest in the high school library or any high school administrator.

HACC COLLEGE IN THE HIGH SCHOOL AND HARRISBURG UNIVERSITY

LDHS has partnered with HACC and Harrisburg University to offer college credits at a reduced fee to our students. Classes that are offered as both high school credit and college credit are marked with HACC or HU designation. Students must pay for the course if they wish to earn college credit (HACC is $75 per credit and HU is $100 per credit). Speak with your counselor if you have additional questions about getting a jump start on college level credits/course work.

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NCAA CLEARINGHOUSE – INITIAL ELIGIBILITY

At the time of this publication, the NCAA has approved the courses listed on the following page for use in establishing the initial eligibility certification status of student-athletes from Lower Dauphin High School. For Division I or II competition, students must earn 16 core credits (college prep level or higher) according to the chart below. Students must also meet minimum core GPA requirements and SAT/ACT scores in order to be a qualifying student-athlete. See your counselor or go to www.eligibilitycenter.org for detailed information, a current course list and a complete breakdown of each core area. *If you are planning to attend a Division III school, you do not need to register with the NCAA Eligibility Center. Division III schools set their own admissions standards.

Course # Name Credit Course # Name Credit

ENGLISH SCIENCE

0616 CP English 9 1.0 1408 CP Earth Science .5 / 1.0

0617 Hon English 9 1.0 1411 CP Env & Ecology .5

0626 CP English 10 1.0 1417 Honors Earth Science 1.0

0627 Hon English 10 1.0 1413 Honors Env & Ecology .5

0636 CP English 11 1.0 1426 CP Biology 1.0

0637 AP English 11 (Language) 1.0 1418 Honors Biology 1.0

0646 CP English 12 1.0 1435 CP Chemistry 1.0

0638 AP English 12 (Literature) 1.0 1427 Honors Chemistry 1.0

1436 CP Physics 1.0

SOCIAL STUDIES 1438 Honors Physics 1.0

1526 CP World History 1.0 1447 Anatomy & Physiology 1.0

1528 AP World History 1.0 1446 AP Environmental Science 1.5

1506 CP US History 1.0 1448 AP Chemistry 1.5

1507 Honors US History 1.0 1449 AP Biology 1.5

1538 AP US History 1.0 1445 AP Physics 1.5

1556 CP American Government 1.0

1558 AP American Government 1.0 FOREIGN LANGUAGE

1581 Psychology 0.5 0710 Latin I 1.0

1547 AP Psychology 1.0 0715 Latin II 1.0

1539 AP European History 1.0 0725 Latin III 1.0

1586 CP Modern World History 0.5 0732 Latin IV 1.0

1582 Sociology 0.5 0747 AP Latin V 1.0

1584 Impact of Social Change 0.5 0711 French I 1.0

1587 American Women 0.5 0712 French II 1.0

1591 Making History 0.5 0722 French III 1.0

1592 Uncertainty, Revolution & Ideology

0.5 0731 French IV 1.0

1593 History & Sports 0.5 0745 AP French V 1.0

1594 Contemporary Issues 0.5 0713 German I 1.0

1595 Social Justice & Genocide 0.5 0714 German II 1.0

1596 The American Way of War 0.5 0724 German III 1.0

0733 German IV 1.0

MATH 0746 AP German V 1.0

1116 CP Algebra I 1.0 0716 Spanish I 1.0

1119 Algebra IA 0.5 0717 Spanish II 1.0

1120 Algebra IB 0.5 0730 Spanish III 1.0

1126 CP Algebra II 1.0 0730 Spanish IV 1.0

1127 Honors Algebra II 1.0 0748 AP Spanish V 1.0

1135 CP Geometry 1.0

1117 Honors Geometry 1.0

1136 Precalculus/Trig 1.0

1137 Honors Analysis 1.0

1147 CP Calculus 1.0

1148 AP Calculus 1.0

1149 AP Statistics 1.0

1150 Advanced Math Topics 1.0

1134 Functions, Stats & Trig 1.0

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COMPREHENSIVE COURSE LIST

ART

NUMBER COURSE GRADE CREDIT PATHWAY 0311 Sculpture 9-12 0.5 Arts & Communications

0315 Multicultural Art 9-12 0.5 Arts & Communications

0313 Illustration I 9-12 1.0 Arts & Communications

0314 Illustration II 10-12 1.0 Arts & Communications

0316 Illustration III 11-12 1.0 Arts & Communications

0318 Photography I 9-12 1.0 Arts & Communications, Business, Finance & IT

0328 Photography II 10-12 1.0 Arts & Communications, Business, Finance & IT

0329 Photography III 11-12 1.0 Arts & Communications, Business, Finance & IT

0330 Photography IV 12 1.0 Arts & Communications, Business, Finance & IT

0324 Pottery I 9-12 1.0 Arts & Communications

0334 Pottery II 10-12 1.0 Arts & Communications

0335 Pottery III 11-12 1.0 Arts & Communications

0340 Pottery IV 12 1.0 Arts & Communications

0336 Wheel Throwing 10-12 1.0 Arts & Communications

0332 Fine Art I 9-12 1.0 Arts & Communications, Business, Finance & IT

0342 Fine Art II 10-12 1.0 Arts & Communications, Business, Finance & IT

0344 Fine Art III 11-12 1.0 Arts & Communications, Business, Finance & IT

0348 Fine Arts IV(double period) 12 2.0 Arts & Communications, Business, Finance & IT

0338 AP Art History 11-12 1.0 Arts & Communications, Business, Finance & IT, Engineering & Industrial Technology

0632 Yearbook 10-12 1.0 Arts & Communications

0347 Fibers 9-12 0.5 Arts & Communications

0339 Independent Study Art 10-12 TBD

BUSINESS

NUMBER COURSE GRADE CREDIT PATHWAY 0450 Careers and Personal Finance 11 .5 All

0451 Computer Applications 9-12 .5 All

0423 Word & Power Point Certification

10-12 .5 All

0433 Excel & Access Certification 10-12 .5 Business, Finance & Information Tech

0457 Accounting I 10-12 .5 Business, Finance & Information Tech, Human Services

0458 Accounting II 10-12 .5 Business, Finance & Information Tech, Human Services

0459 Advanced Accounting III 11-12 .5 Business, Finance & Information Tech, Human Services

0441 Business Law 11-12 .5 Business, Finance & Information Tech

0442 Marketing & Entrepreneurship **HU

11-12 .5 Arts & Communications, Business, Finance & Information Tech

0443 Sports & Entertainment Marketing **HU

11-12 .5 Arts & Communications, Business, Finance & Information Tech, Human Services

1940 Technology Help Desk 10-12 1-2.0 Arts & Communications, Business, Finance & Information Tech, Human Services

1942 Co-Op School to Work 12 2.0 All

1943 Business Internship 12 2.0 All

1946 HCEP 12 2.0 Arts & Communications, Human Services, Science & Health

0449 Independent Study Business 12 TBD

FULL COURSE DESCRIPTION GUIDE IS AVAILABLE ON-LINE: WWW.LDSD.ORG/PAGE/6560

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ENGLISH

NUMBER COURSE GRADE CREDIT PATHWAY 0614 Career Prep English 9 9 1.0 All

0615 TP English 9 9 1.0 All

0616 CP English 9 9 1.0 All

0617 Honors English 9 9 1.0 All

0624 Career Prep English Literature 10

10 1.0 All

0625 TP English Literature 10 10 1.0 All

0626 CP English Literature 10 10 1.0 All

0627 Honors English Literature 10

10 1.0 All

0634 Career Prep English 11 11 1.0 All



0637 AP English 11 –Language & Comp **HU

11 1.0 All

0644 Career Prep English 12 12 1.0 All



0638 AP English 12 – Literature & Comp **HU

12 1.0 All

0609 Performing Arts I 9-12 .5 Arts & Communications

0610 Performing Arts II 9-12 .5 Arts & Communications

0611 Public Speaking 9-12 .5 All

0613 Advanced Public Speaking **HU

10-12 .5 All

0631 Falcon Flash 9-12 1.0 Arts & Communications

0649 Independent Study English 12 TBD

FAMILY & CONSUMER SCIENCE

NUMBER COURSE GRADE CREDIT PATHWAY 0911 Personal Development 9-10 1.0 All

0922 Culinary Arts I 10-12 .5 Business, Finance & IT, Human Services, Science & Health

0923 Culinary Arts II 10-12 .5 Business, Finance & IT, Human Services, Science & Health

0924 Culinary Arts III 11-12 .5 Business, Finance & IT, Human Services, Science & Health

0926 Culinary Arts IV 11-12 .5 Business, Finance & IT, Human Services, Science & Health

0925 Family Relations & Independent Living

11-12 1.0 Business, Finance & IT, Human Services

0927 Design & Textiles 9-12 .5 Arts & Communication, Human Services

0928 Nutrition & Wellness 10-12 .5 Human Services, Science & Health

0930 Child Development 11-12 1.0 Human Services, Science & Health

0939 Independent Study FCS 12 TBD


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FOREIGN LANGUAGE

NUMBER COURSE GRADE CREDIT PATHWAY 0711 French I 9-12 1.0 All

0712 French II 9-12 1.0 All

0723 French III 10-12 1.0 All

0731 French IV 11-12 1.0 All

0713 German I 9-12 1.0 All

0714 German II 9-12 1.0 All

0726 German III 10-12 1.0 All

0733 German IV 11-12 1.0 All

0746 AP German V 11-12 1.0 All

0710 Latin I 9-12 1.0 All

0715 Latin II 9-12 1.0 All

0728 Latin III 10-12 1.0 All

0732 Latin IV 11-12 1.0 All

0747 AP Latin V 11-12 1.0 All

0716 Spanish I 9-12 1.0 All

0717 Spanish II 9-12 1.0 All

0729 Spanish III 10-12 1.0 All

0730 Spanish IV 11-12 1.0 All

0748 AP Spanish V 12 1.0 All

0749 Independent Study Foreign Language

12 TBD

HEALTH & PHYSICAL EDUCATION

NUMBER COURSE GRADE CREDIT PATHWAY 0810 Foundations of PE 9 9 .5 Arts & Communications, Human Services, Science & Health

0815 Strength & Fitness 10-12 .5 Arts & Communications, Human Services, Science & Health

0821 Team Sports 10-12 .5 Arts & Communications, Human Services, Science & Health

0823 Individual Sports 10-12 .5 Arts & Communications, Human Services, Science & Health

0825 Personal Group Conditioning 10-12 .5 Arts & Communications, Human Services, Science & Health

0849 Independent Study Health & PE

11-12 .5 Arts & Communications, Human Services, Science & Health

0814 Athletic First Aid 9-12 .5 Arts & Communications, Human Services, Science & Health

0832 Health 10-11 .5 Arts & Communications, Human Services, Science & Health


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MATHEMATICS

NUMBER COURSE GRADE CREDIT PATHWAY 1116 CP Algebra 1 9-12 1.0 All

1119 Algebra 1A 9-10 1.0 All

1120 Algebra 1B/Applied Math I 10-11 1.0 All

1122 Applied Math II 11-12 1.0 All

1126 CP Algebra 2 9-12 1.0 All

1127 Honors Algebra 2 9-12 1.0 All

1135 CP Geometry 9-12 1.0 All

1117 Honors Geometry 9-12 1.0 All

1134 Functions, Statistics, Trig 11-12 1.0 All

1136 Pre-Calculus/Trigonometry 11-12 1.0 Business, Finance & IT, Engineering & Industrial Technology, Science & Health

1137 Honors Analysis 10-12 1.0 All

1141 Senior Math 11-12 1.0 All

1147 CP Calculus 11-12 1.0 Business, Finance & IT, Engineering & Industrial Technology, Science & Health

1148 AP Calculus AB 11-12 1.0 Business, Finance & IT, Engineering & Industrial Technology, Science & Health

1133 Computer Programming 1 9-12 1.0 All

1143 Computer Programming 2 **HU 10-12 1.0 All

1145 AP Computer Science (Programming 3) **HU

11-12 1.0 All

1146 Computer Science - Cyber Security

10-12 1.0 All

1149 AP Statistics 11-12 1.0 Business, Finance & IT, Engineering & Industrial Technology, Science & Health

1150 Advanced Math Topics 11-12 1.0 Business, Finance & IT, Engineering & Industrial Technology, Science & Health

1139 Independent Study Math 12 TBD

MUSIC

NUMBER COURSE GRADE CREDIT PATHWAY

1210 Chorus 9-12 0.5 Arts & Communications

1211 Chorus 9-12 1.0 Arts & Communications

1213 Band 9-12 1.0 Arts & Communications

1214 Orchestra 9-12 1.0 Arts & Communications

1215 Band & Orchestra 9-12 1.0 Arts & Communications

1218 Percussion 9-12 1.0 Arts & Communications

1219 Jazz Band / Improvisation 9-12 1.0 Arts & Communications

1220 Music Theory I 9-12 1.0 Arts & Communications

1221 Music Theory II 10-12 1.0 Arts & Communications

1231 Chamber Singers 9-12 1.0 Arts & Communications

1232 Women’s Select Choir 9-12 1.0 Arts & Communications

1239 Independent Study Music 12 1.0


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READING

NUMBER COURSE GRADE CREDIT PATHWAY 1312 Decoding & Comprehension I 9-12 1.0 All

1313 Decoding & Comprehension II 10-12 1.0 All

1314 Comprehension I 9-12 1.0 All

1315 Comprehension II 10-12 1.0 All

1316 Reading Strategies 9-12 1.0 All

1339 Independent Study Reading 12 TBD

SCIENCE

NUMBER COURSE GRADE CREDIT PATHWAY 1414 Gen Earth & Its Environment 9 1.0 All

1416 CP Earth & Its Environment 9 1.0 All

1417 Hon Earth & Its Environment 9 1.0 All

1420 Keystone Biology Prep 10 .5 All

1421 Keystone Biology Remediation

11 .5 All

1424 General Biology 10 1.0 All

1426 CP Biology 10 1.0 All

1418 Honors Biology 10 1.0 All

1434 Physical Science 11 1.0 All

1435 CP Chemistry 11 1.0 All

1427 Honors Chemistry 11 1.0 All

1436 CP Physics 12 1.0 All

1438 Honors Physics 12 1.0 All

1445 AP Physics 11-12 1.5 All

1440 CP Organic Chemistry 11-12 1.0 Science & Health

1441 STEM Class 9-12 0.5 Engineering & Industrial Technology, Science & Health

1442 Disease Detectives 10-12 0.5 Engineering & Industrial Technology, Science & Health

1447 CP Anatomy & Physiology 11-12 1.0 Science & Health

1446 AP Environmental Science **HU

11-12 1.5 Human Service, Science & Health

1448 AP Chemistry **HU 11-12 1.5 All

1449 AP Biology **HU 11-12 1.5 All

1419 Independent Study Sci. 12 TBD


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SOCIAL STUDIES

NUMBER COURSE GRADE CREDIT PATHWAY 1503 CRP US History 9 1.0 All

1505 TP US History 9 1.0 All

1506 CP US History 9 1.0 All

1507 Honors US History 9 1.0 All

1553 CRP American Government 10 1.0 All

1555 TP American Government 10 1.0 All

1556 CP American Government 10 1.0 All

1558 AP American Government 10 1.0 All

1523 CRP World History I 11 1.0 All

1525 TP World History I 11 1.0 All

1526 CP World History I 11 1.0 All

1528 AP World History 11 1.0 All

1583 CRP Modern World History 12 .5 All

1585 TP Modern World History 12 .5 All

1586 CP Modern World History 12 .5 All

1581 Psychology 10-12 .5 Human Services, Science & Health

1582 Sociology 10-12 .5 Human Services, Science & Health

1584 Impact of Social Change in American History through Music and Fashion

10-12 .5 All

1587 American Women 10-12 .5 All

1590 You and the Law 10-12 .5 Arts & Communications

1591 Making History 10-12 .5 Arts & Communications, Business, Finance & IT

1592 Uncertainty, Revolution & Ideology 10-12 .5 All

1593 History and Sports 10-12 .5 All

1594 Contemporary Issues 10-12 .5 All

1595 Social Justice & Genocide 10-12 .5 All

1596 The American Way of War 10-12 .5 All

1597 Pop Culture & History 10-12 .5 All

1539 AP European History 10-12 1.0 All

1538 AP US History 10-12 1.0 All

1547 AP Psychology 11-12 1.0 Human Services, Science & Health

1551 *HACC – US History 11-12 .5 All

1552 *HACC – American Civil War 11-12 .5 All

1560 *HACC – Military History of World War II

11-12 .5 All

1561 *HACC – American in Vietnam 11-12 .5 All

1549 Independent Study Social Studies 12 TBD


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TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION

NUMBER COURSE GRADE CREDIT PATHWAY 1013 Photoshop & Graphic Design 9-12 1.0 Arts & Communications, Business, Finance & IT

1014 Engineering 3D CAD *HACC 9-12 1.0 Arts & Communications, Business, Finance & IT, Engineering & Industrial Technology

1015 Robotics Engineering I 9-12 1.0 Engineering & Industrial Technology, Science & Health

1026 Robotics Engineering II 10-12 1.0 Engineering & Industrial Technology, Science & Health

1016 Engineering Design 9-12 1.0 Engineering & Industrial Technology, Science & Health

1017 Digital Multimedia Design 9-12 1.0 Arts & Communications, Business, Finance & IT, Science & Health

1021 Architectural CAD 9-12 1.0 Engineering & Industrial Technology, Science & Health

1043 Design & Prototyping 9-12 .5 Arts & Communications, Engineering & Industrial Technology, Science & Health

1044 Basic Machine Woodworking 9-12 .5 Arts & Communications, Engineering & Industrial Technology, Science & Health

1045 Product Design and Manufacturing I

10-12 1.0 Arts & Communications, Engineering & Industrial Technology, Science & Health

1046 Product Design and Manufacturing II

11-12 1.0 Arts & Communications, Engineering & Industrial Technology, Science & Health

1039 Independent Study Tech Ed 12 1.0

LEARNING SUPPORT

NUMBER COURSE GRADE CREDIT PATHWAY 2672 English 9 9 1.0 All

2673 English 10 10 1.0 All

2674 English 11 11 1.0 All

2675 English 12 12 1.0 All

1115 Basic Algebra A 9 1.0 All

1113 Basic Algebra B 10 1.0 All

1144 Consumer Math 11-12 1.0 All

2472 Science 9 9 1.0 All

2473 Science 10 10 1.0 All

2474 Science 11 11 1.0 All

2475 Science 12 12 1.0 All

3822 Functional Math I 9-12 1.0 All

3823 Functional Math II 9-12 1.0 All

3820 Functional Reading I 9-12 1.0 All

3821 Functional Reading II 9-12 1.0 All

3909 Instructional Support 9-10 9-10 0 All

3915 Instructional Support 11-12 11-12 0 All

3913 TAS Instructional Support 9-12 0 All

2210 Specialized Instructional Support 9-12 0 All

2373 Read 180 9-12 1.0 All

1921 Co-Op On-the-Job Training 11-12 TBD All

2200 Social Communications 9-12 1.0 All

2000 Affective Education 9-12 0 All

2001 Skills For Everyday Living 9-12 1.0 All

2003 Transition Skills 9-12 1.0 All


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BEYOND THE NEST

Lower Dauphin High School offers several programs for elective credit, which allow students to have experiences

outside of the regular school day structure. We provide seniors with the opportunity for flexible school day

hours to allow for work and internships. The district philosophy supports the notion that real-world experiences

prepare our students for decision-making as it relates to career and college readiness. Students can obtain work

site/internship placements that will enable them to acquire meaningful career-related experiences in an

atmosphere conducive to learning, and all placements must be pre-approved by the cooperative education

supervisor. Admission into these programs will be based upon prior school attendance, academic standing, and

discipline record. Interested students must complete an application packet in their junior year for Co-Op and

Internship. The Investigating Health Careers program requires an application and an interview in the spring of

junior year.

SCHOOL TO WORK CO-OP/WORK EXPERIENCE (1.0 - 2.0 elective credits)

The cooperative (co-op) work experience program is available to seniors who wish to participate in a paid on-

the-job-training experience on a daily basis. Students planning to enter the job market immediately following

graduation can learn entry-level skills through supervised job training. Student who are college/technical school

bound can use this opportunity to save money for college expenses. Students are required to work a minimum

of 15 hours per week and are evaluated by their employers throughout the school year.

BUSINESS INTERNSHIP (1.0 - 2.0 elective credits)

The internship experience program is available to senior students who wish to participate in a career-related,

paid or non-paid, on-the-job-training experience on a daily basis. Students who plan to attend college or

technical schools intend to invest large sums of time and money into a specialized field of learning and can gain

practical experience to help ensure that the investment is a wise one. Students are required to commit to a

minimum of 10 hours per week and are evaluated by their internship supervisors throughout the school year.

INVESTIGATING HEALTH CAREERS – HCEP (2.0 elective credits)

This program will introduce ten seniors each year to a variety of areas at the Hershey Medical Center. The HCEP

(Healthcare Career Exploration Program) program allows high school seniors the opportunity to interact with

healthcare professionals in a real-world environment and to explore various healthcare professions. Students

who have demonstrated an interest in medical, science and related careers are targeted for this program.

Students must apply, interview and be accepted into this program during the spring of their junior year.

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A full view of four years at Lower Dauphin High School can help you to plan ahead. Consider the sequences of classes,

prerequisites and your career pathway when using this form. Also, consult the full Course Description Guide online to

decide on the classes that best suit your personal goals.

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