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PRE-REGISTRATION INFORMATION

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YOUR FUTURE STARTS HERE!Whether you are an

incoming Freshman, a new student, or already an Akins’ Eagle, this informative guide will help you make the best CHOICES for an academic plan that best prepares you for post-secondary success! You can make the right CHOICES by selecting the academy and courses that not only interest you but also prepare you for the future, whether it involves college or the work force. The CHOICES you make in high school will greatly affect your future success.

It is important that incoming Freshmen become familiar with all of the Academies so you can CHOOSE the electives that will give you a head start in the Academy you are planning to enter. At the beginning of your Freshman year, you will CHOOSE an Academy and declare a major (career pathway). You will be in the Academy of your CHOICE for four years, so selecting the one that is right for you and a major that fits your interests is a very important decision.

Every student at Akins

CHOOSES a major and follows the career pathway by taking a predetermined course sequence. You will find the majors and course sequences within this guide, as well as detailed course descriptions for each Academy.

It is important that you share this guide with your parents and talk to your counselor so you make the best CHOICES. Changing Academies and majors is frowned upon because it puts you behind in your course sequence; therefore, you need to use this guide, talk to your parents and counselor, and put serious thought into the CHOICES you make now.

Students who complete their majors earn beautiful cords to wear at graduation, and many majors lead to certification in the career pathway you have CHOSEN. Often, upper-level courses within majors can earn you college credit. This gives you a head start on your future in both college and career. For all of these reasons and more, it is very important that you make the right CHOICES now!

WELCOME!CHOICES 2

Principal’s Message

It is with great pleasure that

we present this publication

as a tool for both students

and parents. CHOICES

should be used to make

informed decisions about

the educational programs

offered by Akins High

School. You will notice

that this paper is divided by

Academy. Each Academy

contains a Major (program

of study) that will spark a

student’s interest and lead

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is our wish that students are

not only provided exciting

learning opportunities

but a rigorous program of

study that will lead to post-

secondary education.

As students are selecting

their courses for their

high school education,

we strongly recommend

that parents are part of the

decision-making process.

Parents should encourage

their children to enroll in

challenging courses at the

Pre-AP level, AP level, and

in Dual Credit. Not only

with these courses lead to

a better prepared student,

but they will also lead to

college credit.

We consider this

publication as an illustration

of the partnership that exists

between the school and

home. Please remember

that school representatives

including teachers,

counselors, and principals

are always willing and

available to help students

and parents make informed

choices about what is best

for a child’s education. Our

goal is to insure that each

of our students is prepared

for success so that he or

she can graduate from high

school with a world-class

education that will enable

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her dreams!

Sincerely,

Daniel Girard

GETTING STARTEDCHOICES 3

CHOOSING AN ACADEMY AND MAJOR

Freshmen starting in 2014, must earn 1 credit of Physical Education and ½ credit of Health Education to graduate. The following electives are available to all students at Akins regardless of which Academy they belong to:

HEALTH EDUCATION (REQUIRED): This ½ credit course includes comprehensive instruction in consumer health; diseases; environmental health DQG�VDIHW\��JURZWK�DQG�GHYHORSPHQW��KHDOWK�DQG�¿WQHVV�IRU�GDLO\�OLYLQJ��QXWULWLRQ��XVH�DQG�DEXVH�RI�WREDFFR��DOFRKRO�DQG�GUXJV��DQG�VH[XDOLW\�HGXFD-WLRQ�IRU�IDPLO\�OLYLQJ�DQG�¿UVW�DLG�DQG�VDIHW\�

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INDIVIDUAL SPORTS:��6HPHVWHU�&RXUVH��6WXGHQWV�HQUROOHG�LQ�,QGLYLGXDO�6SRUWV�,�DUH�H[SHFWHG�WR�LPSURYH�WKHLU�KHDOWK�DQG�¿WQHVV�DQG�GHYHORS�competency in badminton, golf, weight training, and table tennis. Like the other high school PE courses, Individual Sports I focuses on incorporat-LQJ�SK\VLFDO�DFWLYLW\�LQWR�D�OLIHVW\OH�EH\RQG�KLJK�VFKRRO�DQG�WKH�FRQWLQXDWLRQ�RI�KHDOWK�DQG�¿WQHVV�WKURXJK�WKHVH�LQGLYLGXDO�VSRUW�DFWLYLWLHV�

PERSONAL FITNESS: (1 Semester Course): Foundations of Personal Fitness represents a new approach to physical education and the concept of SHUVRQDO�¿WQHVV��7KH�EDVLV�SXUSRVH�RI�WKLV�FRXUVH�LV�WR�PRWLYDWH�VWXGHQWV�WR�VWULYH�IRU�OLIHWLPH�SHUVRQDO�¿WQHVV�ZLWK�DQ�HPSKDVLV�RQ�KHDOWK�DQG�ZHOO-QHVV��6WXGHQWV�LPSURYH�WKHLU�¿WQHVV�ZLWKLQ�WKH�FODVV�DQG�OHDUQ�WKH�SURFHVV�RI�EHFRPLQJ�¿W��7KH�FRQFHSW�RI�ZHOOQHVV��VWULYLQJ�WR�UHDFK�RSWLPDO�OHYHOV�RI�KHDOWK��LV�WKH�FRUQHUVWRQH�RI�WKLV�FRXUVH�DQG�LV�H[HPSOL¿HG�E\�RQH�RI�WKH�FRXUVH�REMHFWLYHV��VWXGHQWV�GHVLJQLQJ�WKHLU�RZQ�SHUVRQDO�¿WQHVV�SUR-gram.

TEAM SPORTS: ��6HPHVWHU�&RXUVH��6WXGHQWV�HQUROOHG�LQ�7HDP�6SRUWV�,�DUH�H[SHFWHG�WR�LPSURYH�WKHLU�KHDOWK�DQG�¿WQHVV�DQG�GHYHORS�DQ�DSSUH-FLDWLRQ�IRU�WHDPZRUN�DQG�IDLU�SOD\�WKURXJK�EDVNHWEDOO��ÀDJ�IRRWEDOO��XOWLPDWH�)ULVEHH��DQG�WHDP�KDQGEDOO��/LNH�WKH�RWKHU�KLJK�VFKRRO�3(�FRXUVHV��7HDP�6SRUWV�,�IRFXVHV�RQ�LQFRUSRUDWLQJ�SK\VLFDO�DFWLYLW\�LQWR�D�OLIHVW\OH�EH\RQG�KLJK�VFKRRO�DQG�WKH�FRQWLQXDWLRQ�RI�KHDOWK�DQG�¿WQHVV�WKURXJK�WKHVH�individual sports activities.

ATHLETICS: The following courses are considered Physical Educaion Equivalent activities that may be used to to subsitute ½ unit of PE credit per semester. FOOTBALL, VOLLEYBALL, BOYS’ BASKETBALL GIRLS’ BASKETBALL, GIRLS’ SOCCER, BOYS’ SOCCER, BASEBALL, SOFTBALL, GOLF, TENNIS, TRACK, WRESTLING

Table of ContentsFirst Section

STEM Academy .......................................... 4Green Tech Academy .................................. 6AHA Academy ............................................ 8ABL2E Academy ....................................... 10Social Services Academy .......................... 12New Tech Academy .................................. 14

Table of ContentsPlanning Guide Insert

Introduction/Questionnaire ......................... 2Graduation Requirements ........................... 3Freshmen Schedule Builder ........................ 4Sophomore Schedule Builder ..................... 5Junior Schedule Builder .............................. 6Senior Schedule Builder ............................. 7Your Plan for This Year ............................... 8

LANGUAGE ELECTIVESFreshmen starting in 2014, must earn two credits of Foreign Language or a Substitute Language to graduate. The following Languages Other Than English are offered at Akins.

FRENCH I, II, III (pre-AP) and IV (AP)SPANISH I, II, III (pre-AP) and IV (AP), V (AP)

OTHER ELECTIVES !NON"ACADEMY SPECIFIC#

SPORTS & FITNESS ELECTIVES

Freshmen starting in 2014, must earn 6.5 credits of Electives to complete the Foundation + Endorsement +Distinguished Level of Achievement diploma. The following electives are available to all students at Akins regardless of which Academy they belong to:

Freshmen starting in 2014, must earn 1 credit of Fine Arts electives to graduate. The following Fine Arts electives are available to all students at Akins regardless of which Academy they belong to:

FINE ARTS ELECTIVES

BUSINESS INFORMATION MANAGEMENTSPEECH !COMMONUCATION APPLICATIONS, PROFESIONAL COMMUNICATION#DEBATE AVID COLLEGE PREPJROTCGRAPHIC DESIGN AND ILLUSTRATION !NEWSPAPER, YEARBOOK# $ Priority given to New Tech studentsJOURNALISM $ Priority given to New Tech students

AEROBIC DANCE !FOUNDATIONS, HIP HOP#ART !PANTING, DRAWING, PRINTMAKING, CERAMICS, ART HISTORY, AP STUDIOMUSIC !PIANO, GUITAR, ORCHESTRA, BAND, CHOIR#THEATRE !THEATRE, TECH, MUSIC THEATRE#

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STEM Academy

MAJOR: AEROSPACE ENGINEERING

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Computer Integrated Manufacturing: Manu-factured items are part of everyday life, yet most VWXGHQWV�KDYH�QRW�EHHQ� LQWURGXFHG� WR� WKH�KLJK�tech, innovative nature of modern manufactur-ing. This course illuminates the opportunities UHODWHG� WR�XQGHUVWDQGLQJ�PDQXIDFWXULQJ��$W� WKH�VDPH� WLPH�� LW� WHDFKHV� VWXGHQWV� DERXW�PDQXIDF-WXULQJ� SURFHVVHV�� SURGXFW� GHVLJQ�� URERWLFV�� DQG�automation. Students can earn a virtual manu-IDFWXULQJ� EDGJH� UHFRJQL]HG� E\� WKH� 1DWLRQDO�Manufacturing Badge system.


MAJOR: CIVIL ENGINEERING & ARCHITECTURE


Introduction to Engineering Design: Students dig deep into the engineering design process, ap-plying math, science, and engineering standards

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STEM MAJORS

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to hands-on projects. They work both individually and in teams to design solutions to a variety of problems using 3D modeling software, and use an engineering notebook to document their work.

Principles of Engineering: Through problems that engage and challenge, students explore a broad range of engineering topics, including mecha-nisms, the strength of structures and materials, and automation. Students develop skills in problem solving, research, and design while learning strategies for design process documentation, collaboration, and presenta-tion.

Digital Electronics: From smart phones to appliances, digital circuits are all around us. This course provides a foundation for students who are in-terested in electrical engineering, electronics, or circuit design. Students study topics such as combinational and sequential logic and are exposed to circuit design tools used in industry, including logic gates, integrated circuits, and programmable logic devices.

Civil Engineering and Architecture: Students learn important aspects of building and site design and development. They apply math, science, and standard engineering practices to design both residential and commercial projects and document their work using 3D architecture design software.

Internship: (Instructor Approval Required)

MAjor: BIoMEDICAl EngInEErIng

Principles of Biomedical Science: (Students may take concurrently with Biology.) In the introductory course of the PLTW Biomedical Science pro-gram, students explore concepts of biology and medicine to determine fac-WRUV�WKDW�OHG�WR�WKH�GHDWK�RI�D�¿FWLRQDO�SHUVRQ��:KLOH�LQYHVWLJDWLQJ�WKH�FDVH��students examine autopsy reports, investigate medical history, and explore

medical treatments that might have prolonged the person’s life. The activi-ties and projects introduce students to human physiology, basic biology, medicine, and research processes while allowing them to design their own experiments to solve problems.

Human Body Systems: Prerequisites include successful completion of Principles of Biomedical Science. Students examine the interactions of human body systems as they explore identity, power, movement, protec-tion, and homeostasis. Exploring science in action, students build organs and tissues on a skeletal Maniken®; use data acquisition software to moni-WRU�ERG\�IXQFWLRQV�VXFK�DV�PXVFOH�PRYHPHQW��UHÀH[�DQG�YROXQWDU\�DFWLRQ��and respiration; and take on the roles of biomedical professionals to solve real-world medical cases.

Medical Interventions: (Prerequisites include successful completion of Principles of Biomedical Science and Human Body Systems.) Students IROORZ� WKH� OLIH�RI�D�¿FWLWLRXV� IDPLO\�DV� WKH\� LQYHVWLJDWH�KRZ�WR�SUHYHQW��GLDJQRVH��DQG�WUHDW�GLVHDVH��6WXGHQWV�H[SORUH�KRZ�WR�GHWHFW�DQG�¿JKW�LQ-fection; screen and evaluate the code in human DNA; evaluate cancer treatment options; and prevail when the organs of the body begin to fail. Through real-world cases, students are exposed to a range of interventions related to immunology, surgery, genetics, pharmacology, medical devices, and diagnostics.

Biomedical Innovation: (Prerequisites include successful completion of Principles of Biomedical Science, Human Body Systems, and Medi-FDO� ,QWHUYHQWLRQV�� ,Q� WKH�¿QDO�FRXUVH�RI� WKH�3/7:�%LRPHGLFDO�6FLHQFH�sequence, students build on knowledge and skills gained from previous courses to design innovative solutions for the most pressing health chal-lenges of the 21st century. Students address topics ranging from public health and biomedical engineering to clinical medicine and physiology. They have opportunities to work on an independent design project with a mentor from a university, medical facility, or research institution.

CHOICES 5

MAJOR: VETERINARY TECHNICIAN

Principles of Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources: A basic course designed to enhance agricultural comprehension in agriculture science including the areas of soils, plants, animals, agricultural con-struction, food science, environmental sustainability, entrepreneurship, leadership, and careers.

Small Animal Management: Prerequisite includes Principles of Ag-riculture, Food, and Natural Resources: This technical course is de-signed to develop knowledge pertaining to the nutrition, reproduction, health and management of domestic animals. Instruction is designed to H[SDQG�NQRZOHGJH�RI�WKH�VFLHQWL¿F�DQG�WHFKQRORJLFDO�GLPHQVLRQV�RI�UH-courses necessary for animal production. Akins’ on site Vet Clinic will allow for hands-on experiences in small animal management.

Veterinary Medical Assistant: Prerequisite includes Small Animal Management. This course provides training in the unlicensed veterinary DVVLVWDQW�¿HOG��7KH�FRXUVH�LQFOXGHV��EXW�LV�QRW�OLPLWHG�WR��DQLPDO�KDQGOLQJ�and restraint, health and safety, sanitation, surgical preparation, anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, infectious diseases, instrument and HTXLSPHQW� LGHQWL¿FDWLRQ��YDFFLQH�SUHSDUDWLRQ�DQG� LQMHFWLRQ� WHFKQLTXHV��ODZV�DQG�HWKLFV��DQG�YHWHULQDU\�RI¿FH�SURFHGXUHV��$V�SDUW�RI�WKH�LQVWUXF-tion, reinforcement of basic skills is provided to assist students in practic-ing communication skills, utilizing listening skills to follow directions, practicing basic math skills as applied to a medical setting, and reading to gain information and to perform assignments and tasks as directed.

Practicum in Veterinary Medicine (2 periods/2 credits): Prerequisite includes Veterinary Medical Assistant. This course is a continuation of the Veterinary Medical Assistant coursework. Students will participate in clinical rotations with local veterinary clinics. The course includes animal handling, health, and safety; sanitation and surgical preparation; anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, and more. Students will be given WKH� RSSRUWXQLW\� WR� GHYHORS� FRPSHWHQFLHV� QHHGHG� IRU� VWDWH� FHUWL¿FDWLRQ�DUHD�RI�9HWHULQDU\�$VVLVWDQW�7HFKQLFLDQ�±�/HYHO��7KLV�FRXUVH�VDWLV¿HV�the physical education graduation requirement if taken for 2 credits.

MAJOR: PLANT SCIENCE

Principles of Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources: A basic course designed to enhance agricultural comprehension in agriculture science in-cluding the areas of soils, plants, animals, agricultural construction, food science, environmental sustainability, entrepreneurship, leadership, and careers.

Horticulture Science: This course is designed to develop an understand-ing of common horticultural management practices as they relate to food and ornamental plant production.

Principals of Floral Design: This course is designed to develop students’ ability to identify and demonstrate the principles and techniques related WR�ÀRUDO�GHVLJQ�DV�ZHOO�DV�GHYHORS�DQ�XQGHUVWDQGLQJ�RI�WKH�PDQDJHPHQW�RI�ÀRUDO�HQWHUSULVHV�

Advanced Plant and Soil Science: Prerequisite includes Principles of Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources. This course prepares students IRU�FDUHHUV�LQ�WKH�IRRG�DQG�¿EHU�LQGXVWU\��6WXGHQWV�ZLOO�OHDUQ��UHLQIRUFH��DSSO\��DQG�WUDQVIHU�WKHLU�NQRZOHGJH�LQ�D�VFLHQWL¿F�VHWWLQJ��,QYHVWLJDWLRQV��ODERUDWRU\�SUDFWLFHV��DQG�¿HOG�H[HUFLVHV�ZLOO�EH�XVHG�WR�GHYHORS�DQ�XQGHU-standing of plan and soil science. This course can qualify as a fourth year Science credit.

MAJOR: ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE


Energy and Natural Resources Technology: The prerequisite for this course is Principles of Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources. In this course, students will explore the interdependency of the public and natu-ral resource systems related to energy production. Students will also ex-plore and evaluate renewable, sustainable, and environmentally friendly practices.

Advanced Environment Technology: Prerequisite includes Energy and Natural Resources Management. This course examines the interrelated-ness of environmental issues and production agriculture. Students evalu-ate sustainable resources and green technologies which will provide envi-URQPHQWDO�EHQH¿WV��,QVWUXFWLRQ�LV�GHVLJQHG�WR�DOORZ�IRU�WKH�DSSOLFDWLRQ�RI�science and technology to measure environmental impacts resulting from SURGXFWLRQ�DJULFXOWXUH�WKURXJK�¿HOG�DQG�ODERUDWRU\�H[SHULHQFHV��$UWLFX-lated credit may be awarded upon successful completion of a sequence of courses.

CHOICES 6

Green Tech AcademyGreen Tech Academy provides a communit y in which career explorat ion is fostered through real -wor ld exper iences for learners who have an interest in Veter inar y medic ine, Hor t iculture, Flora l Design, Environmental Sc ience, be -ing stewards of our natural environment and mak ing our global communit y more susta inable for future generat ions.

GREEN TECH MAJORS � Veterinary Technician � Horticulture/Floral Design � Environmental Science � Park Ranger Cadet � Energy and Natural Resource Technology

CHOICES 7

Aquatic Science: In this course, students will study the interactions of biotic and abiotic components in aquatic environments, including impacts RQ�DTXDWLF�V\VWHPV��,QYHVWLJDWLRQV�DQG�¿HOG�ZRUN�LQ�WKLV�FRXUVH�PD\�HP-phasize fresh water or marine aspects of aquatic science depending pri-marily upon the natural resources available for study near the school.

Advanced Plant and Soil Science: Prerequisite includes Principles of Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources. This course prepares students IRU�FDUHHUV�LQ�WKH�IRRG�DQG�¿EHU�LQGXVWU\��6WXGHQWV�ZLOO�OHDUQ��UHLQIRUFH��DSSO\��DQG�WUDQVIHU�WKHLU�NQRZOHGJH�LQ�D�VFLHQWL¿F�VHWWLQJ��,QYHVWLJDWLRQV��ODERUDWRU\�SUDFWLFHV��DQG�¿HOG�H[HUFLVHV�ZLOO�EH�XVHG�WR�GHYHORS�DQ�XQGHU-standing of plan and soil science. This course can qualify as a fourth year 6FLHQFH�FUHGLW�

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AP Environmental Science: Prerequisites include Algebra I, Biology, and Chemistry. Units of study include: interdependence of earth sys-tems, environmental quality, human population dynamics, renewable and nonrenewable resources, global changes and their consequences, and the environment and society. This course prepares students for the Advanced 3ODFHPHQW�H[DPLQDWLRQ�DQG��ZLWK�D�SDVVLQJ�VFRUH��FDQ�WUDQVODWH�LQWR�FRO-lege credit.

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Energy and Natural Resources Technology: The prerequisite for this course is Principles of Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources. In this FRXUVH��VWXGHQWV�ZLOO�H[SORUH�WKH�LQWHUGHSHQGHQF\�RI�WKH�SXEOLF�DQG�QDWX-UDO�UHVRXUFH�V\VWHPV�UHODWHG�WR�HQHUJ\�SURGXFWLRQ��6WXGHQWV�ZLOO�DOVR�H[-plore and evaluate renewable, sustainable, and environmentally friendly practices.

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Practicum in Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources (Two to Three Credits): Prerequisite: a minimum of one credit from the courses in the Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources cluster. The practicum FRXUVH�LV�D�SDLG�RU�XQSDLG�FDSVWRQH�H[SHULHQFH�IRU�VWXGHQWV�SDUWLFLSDWLQJ�in a coherent sequence of career and technical education courses in the Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources cluster. Recommended.

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Energy and Natural Resources Technology: The prerequisite for this course is Principles of Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources. In this FRXUVH��VWXGHQWV�ZLOO�H[SORUH�WKH�LQWHUGHSHQGHQF\�RI�WKH�SXEOLF�DQG�QDWX-UDO�UHVRXUFH�V\VWHPV�UHODWHG�WR�HQHUJ\�SURGXFWLRQ��6WXGHQWV�ZLOO�DOVR�H[-plore and evaluate renewable, sustainable, and environmentally friendly practices.

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CHOICES 8

The Arts and Humanities Academy, AHA, gives students a Home away from home where they can join peers who share their interests and unique talents. AHA students are given opportunities to investigate careers in art, media literacy, persuasion, theatre, dance, or-chestra, band, music, film, and costume design. Community partnerships provide real world resources and experiences in all majors and prepare students for college and careers.

MAJOR: ART

Art 1: This course lays the basic foundation for learning art processes, procedures, theories. History, and art judgment. The approach is experi-PHQWDO�LQ�XVH�RI�PDWHULDOV��GUDZLQJ��SDLQWLQJ��SULQWPDNLQJ��¿EHUV��FHUDP-ics, sculpture, jewelry, photography) but structured to provide students a strong foundation in design, drawing, and vocabulary.

Drawing II: Prerequisite includes Art I. Students explore design ele-ments and principles through composition, abstraction, and expression. They also study contour gesture, and other techniques, with emphasis on representation of volume. They explore use of papers, cardboards, and fabric in combination with charcoal, pastels, pen and ink, brushes, felt tips, and mixed media.OR

Painting II: Prerequisite includes Art I. Students use principles and ele-ments of design with emphasis on positive-negative space. They experi-ment with mono-prints, multiple prints, reduction printings, and materi-als, such as linoleum, cardboard, found objects, wood, and electronics. They also study various processes such as relief, planographic, intaglio, stencil, photographic, and paper making.OR

Jewelry II: Prerequisite includes Art I. Students use natural and human-made materials such as metals, wood, clay, papier-mâché, and Plexiglas in casting, and carving, separately and in combination. They explore posi-tive/negative space, personal adornment, function, experimental shapes, and individual techniques.OR

Printmaking II: Prerequisite includes Art I. Students use principles and elements of design with emphasis on positive/negative space. They ex-periment with mono prints, multiple prints, reduction printings and mate-rials such as linoleum, cardboard, found objects, wood, and electronics. They also study various processes such as relief, planographic, intaglio, stencil, photographic and papermaking.

Ceramics II: Prerequisite Art 1. Students apply art elements and princi-ples through different methods and materials. They explore methods such as wheel throwing, slab, coil, and pinch; separately and in combination. Students produce functional two and three dimensional clay forms. They explore surface treatments such as stamping, scraping, glazing, staining, SDLQWLQJ��DQG�¿ULQJ�

Drawing III: Prerequisite includes Drawing II. Students use art elements and principles to develop skills and sensitivity in a variety of methods and techniques. They increase awareness of composition with abstract, non-objective, and realistic renderings. Students will use many drawing materials and tools with emphasis on perfecting individual approaches to drawing. Students also will explore commercial art.OR

Painting III: Prerequisite includes Painting II. Students strengthen their concepts of design and continue experimental painting in both two and three dimensions. They experiment and explore techniques, media, and surfaces and discover which painting media best describes individual in-tentions.OR

Jewelry III: Prerequisite includes Jewelry II. Art elements and principles will be explored through a variety of materials, (including mixed media) and a variety of methods. Students consider functional and aesthetic form in jewelry.OR

Printmaking III: Prerequisite includes Printmaking II. This course al-lows personal expression and choice of techniques using elements and principles of design. Students explore printmaking in commercial art-work, serigraphy, lithography, and etching.OR

Ceramics III: Prerequisite Ceramics II. Students use design elements DQG�SULQFLSOHV�ZKLOH�H[SORULQJ�FHUDPLF�WHFKQLTXHV��FOD\V��JOD]HV��DQG�¿U-ings. They explore surface treatment relating to form, variety in ceramic PDWHULDOV��DQG�ORDGLQJ�DQG�¿ULQJ�NLOQV�OR

AP Studio Art: Drawing, 2D Design or 3D Drawing: Prerequisite in-cludes Approval of Instructor. Students develop a portfolio addressing a very broad interpretation of drawing issues and media. Light, shade, line quality, rendering of form, composition, surface manipulation, and illusion of depth can be addressed. Abstract, observational, and inventive

works through a variety of means, which could include painting, print making, mixed media, etc. may be used. Work will be divided into three sections of the portfolio including quality, concentration, and breadth.

Drawing IV: Prerequisite: Drawing III

Jewelry IV: Prerequisite Jewelry III

Painting IV: Prerequisite: Painting III

Ceramics IV: Prerequisite: Ceramics III

Printmaking IV: Prerequisite: Printmaking III

MAJOR: HUMANITIES

DEbATE STRAND

Debate I: Essentials of Argumentation, Debate and Performance — Students in Debate examine the historical and contemporary role of debate in the democratic process. They apply standards to analyze and HYDOXDWH�SURSRVLWLRQV�DQG�FRQVWUXFW�YDOLG�DSSURDFKHV�WR�ERWK�DI¿UPDWLYH�and negative arguments. Students will use effective extemporaneous speaking skills and provide valid and constructive critiques of others. Many students will also participate in competitions.

Debate II: Advanced Argumentation, Debate, and Performance

Debate III: Argumentation and Performance as Public Practice

Debate IV: Forensics Practicum — This independent study course in speech provides opportunity for advanced students to plan, organize, produce, perform, and evaluate a project that enables them to develop advanced skills in communication, critical thinking and problem solv-ing.

FIlM STRAND

History of Film I: Students will visit museums, conduct formal research, and use a variety of primary and secondary source materials as they study relationships among art, architecture, religion, philosophy, music, litera-ture, and other creative endeavors in historic and contemporary world cultures. Their analysis will compare the social contexts that produce art as well as how artistic expression, religion, and philosophy illustrate the human spirit. Students will develop a portfolio of representative selec-tions and responses and produce oral and written presentations using vari-ous media.

Film Analysis II: Prerequisites include English I or instructor approval. 6WXGHQWV�DQDO\]H�WKH�KLVWRULFDO�GHYHORSPHQW�RI�¿OP�DV�DUW��HYDOXDWLQJ�VXE-ject matter, choice of media, content, purpose, and effect. Students use D�YDULHW\�RI�PHGLD�DQG� WHFKQRORJLHV� WR�FRPPXQLFDWH� WKHLU�¿QGLQJV�DQG�observations.OR

Documentary Analysis II: Students study issues that have affected the United States since World War II, such as immigration, gun control, vio-lence, war and peace. They also study issues in the daily news and de-velop and present a research project.OR

World Documentaries II: Students systematically study and compare world systems of thought and beliefs from different perspectives and in WKHLU�FXOWXUDO�DQG�KLVWRULFDO�FRQWH[WV�WKURXJK�GRFXPHQWDU\�¿OP��6WXGHQWV�read extensively and conduct research.TV and Internet Analysis III: Students study the role of media as a WRRO�ZLWKLQ�DFDGHPLF��VRFLDO��DQG�GHPRFUDWLF�SURFHVVHV�DV�WKH\�LQÀXHQFH�tastes, behavior, purchasing, and voting decisions. Students will examine the historical development of different mass media and related technolo-gies and personalities. Students will plan, produce, present and evaluate media messages.OR

Costume Design III: Under the supervision of the teacher, students pre-pare three independent projects for evaluation, each with a reading list, formal writing and presentation with visuals. Projects may reach beyond literature but must involve reading research and writing on an advanced level with a thesis approved by the instructor. Students report weekly on

AHA MAJORS �Art: Printmaking, Painting, Drawing, Ceramics, and Jewelry �Humanities: Debate and Film �Performing Arts: Dance, Theater, Technical Theater, Musical Theater, Choir, Orchestra, Piano, Guitar and Band

Arts and Humanities Academy

their progress of their projects and use peer editing and revision exten-VLYHO\�EHIRUH�WKH�¿QDO�SUHVHQWDWLRQ�ORFilm Making: Under the supervision of the teacher, students prepare three independent projects for evaluation, each with a reading list, formal ZULWLQJ�DQG�SUHVHQWDWLRQ�ZLWK�YLVXDOV��3URMHFWV�PD\�UHDFK�EH\RQG�OLWHUD-ture but must involve reading, research and writing on an advanced level ZLWK�D�WKHVLV�DSSURYHG�E\�WKH�LQVWUXFWRU��6WXGHQWV�UHSRUW�ZHHNO\�RQ�WKH�progress of their projects and use peer editing and revision extensively EHIRUH�WKH�¿QDO�SUHVHQWDWLRQ�

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The Academy of Business, Leadership, and Legal Enterprises (ABL2E) prepares students for ca-reers involving persuasion, military leadership, data management, accounting, marketing, ad-vertising, criminal justice, commerce, and business procedures. This Academy enables a diverse community of learners to explore business and professional opportunities and build partner-ships using community resources.

Major: Business ManageMent

Business information Management: Students implement personal and interpersonal skills to strengthen individual performance in the work place and in society and make a successful transition to the workforce and post secondary education. Students apply technical skills to address business applications of emerging technologies, create word-processing documents, develop a spreadsheet, formulate a database, and make elec-tronic presentations using appropriate software.

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global Business: Students implement personal and interpersonal skills to strengthen individual performance in the workplace and in society to make a successful transition into the workforce and post secondary edu-cation. Students apply technical skills to address global business applica-tions of emerging technologies.

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Major: accounting/Finance

Business information Management: Students implement personal and interpersonal skills to strengthen individual performance in the work place and in society and make a successful transition to the workforce and post secondary education. Students apply technical skills to address business applications of emerging technologies, create word-processing documents, develop a spreadsheet, formulate a database, and make elec-tronic presentations using appropriate software.

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accounting ii: Prerequisites include Accounting I. The course content includes forms of business, and accounting concepts to perform advanced accounting procedures using technology and accounting knowledge needed for making business decisions. Articulated credit may be awarded upon successful completion of a sequence of courses.

internship: (Instructor Approval Required) This course is designed to JLYH�VWXGHQWV�KDQGV�RQ�H[SHULHQFH�LQ�UHDO�ZRUOG�EXVLQHVV�VHWWLQJV��,QWHUQ-VKLS�H[SHULHQFHV�RFFXU�LQ�D�YDULHW\�RI�ORFDWLRQV�DSSURSULDWH�WR�WKH�QDWXUH�DQG�OHYHO�RI�H[SHULHQFH��6WXGHQWV�LPSOHPHQW�SHUVRQDO�DQG�LQWHUSHUVRQDO�skills to strengthen individual performance in the workplace and society and to make a successful transition to the workforce or postsecondary HGXFDWLRQ��6WXGHQWV�XVH�DFFRXQWLQJ�DQG�¿QDQFH�VNLOOV�WR�EHFRPH�FRPSH-WHQW�FRQVXPHUV��HPSOR\HHV��DFFRXQWDQWV��DQG�¿QDQFLHUV�

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law enforcement ii: Law Enforcement II provides the knowledge and skills necessary to prepare for a career in law enforcement. This course includes the ethical and legal responsibilities, operation of police and emergency telecommunication equipment, and courtroom testimony.

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The Social Services Academy (SSA) creates a community where students have !rst-hand experiences to broaden their understanding of the skills and knowledge essential to ca-reers serving others and society. Our teachers support caring students who, in an ef-fort to better society, learn to empathize with the needs of individuals in a diverse glob-al community. We prepare students for college ad careers in the growing !elds of Health Science, Education and Human Services. Our academy certi!cations include Certi!ed Nurs-ing Assistant, Pharmacy Technician, Phlebotomist, and Emergency Medical Technician.

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tion control, medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, and disease pathology. Articulated credit through Austin Community College may be awarded upon successful completion of the class for Medical Terminol-ogy and Disease Infection Control.

Practicum in HS- Fitness Trainer: This course will incorporate sev-eral different components which focus on athletic training and sports medicine, but also physical therapy. Students will spend part time in the classroom focusing on topics such as professionalism, safety precau-tions, patient assessments, skeletal/muscular anatomy and physiology, and disease pathology. Students will spend classroom instructional time in the Akins High School training room, at various practices with dif-IHUHQW�VSRUWV�WHDPV�DQG�RQ�D�YDULHW\�RI�¿HOG�WULSV�VXFK�DV�WR�ORFDO�J\PV��other athletic training facilities, physical therapy and rehabilitation facili-ties and other health facilities. The athletic training component will be taught by the Akins Athletic Trainers, who are specialists and experts in WKH�DUHD�RI�6SRUWV�0HGLFLQH��7KHVH�LQVWUXFWRUV�DUH�ERWK�FHUWL¿HG�WR�WHDFK�this course and have several years of experience as athletic trainers. Stu-dents will use their skills learned to assess, evaluate and treat student ath-letes at Akins High School. Students will attend athletic events were they will assist the trainers in providing medical care. Enrolled students will EHFRPH�+HDOWK�3URYLGHU�&35�FHUWL¿HG�� 7KLV�FODVV� LV�GHVLJQHG� IRU�DQ\�students interested in sports medicine, physical therapy, or occupational WKHUDS\�� 6WXGHQWV� JHW� KDQGV� RQ� H[SHULHQFH� OHDUQLQJ� DQG� SURYLGLQJ�¿UVW�aid, preventative care and treating student athletes at Akins High School.

*Note: Students may also choose to complete the Pre-Med major with the addition of one or more advanced science courses, including AP Biology, AP Chemistry, and AP Physics. Students should consult their counselors or science teachers for more information.

MAJOR: EDUCATION AND TRAINING

The Education and Training major provides students with a sequence of courses designed to prepare students for a career in teaching.

Principles of Education and Training: This course will provide fresh-men students with an introduction to the terminology, concepts, and prac-tices of a career in education.

Child Development: This course includes knowledge and skills related to child growth and development and the principles and procedures for promoting the physical, emotional, social, and intellectual development of young children, including those with special needs. Other topics in-clude the characteristics of quality childcare, career options related to the care and education of children, and the management of multiple commu-nity and family roles. Articulated credit may be awarded upon successful completion of a sequence of courses.Instructional Practices in Education & Training: This course is for TXDOL¿HG�MXQLRUV�DQG�VHQLRUV�WR�OHDUQ�WKH�EDVLF�EXLOGLQJ�EORFNV�RI�FODVV-URRP�LQVWUXFWLRQ�DQG�OHDUQ�WR�GLVWLQJXLVK�VSHFL¿F�WHFKQLTXHV�LQ�FODVVURRP�REVHUYDWLRQV��0RVW�RI�WKHLU�¿HOG�VLWH�ZRUN�LV�EDVHG�RQ�ZDWFKLQJ�WHDFKHUV�and students engaged in the learning process. Students also assist teach-ers in creating instructional materials, and grading student work. Students qualify for the program based on application, interview, and background check.

Practicum in Education and Training: (2 blocks/2 credits) Prerequi-sites include Instructional Practices in Education and Training and In-VWUXFWRU�DSSURYDO��7KLV�FODVV� LV�D�¿HOG�EDVHG� LQWHUQVKLS�ZKLFK�SURYLGHV�students with direct experience with the principles of effective teaching practices. Students work under the direction and supervision of both their ,QVWUXFWRU� DQG� H[HPSODU\� HGXFDWRUV� LQ� WKH� ¿HOG�� 6WXGHQWV� SODQ� DQG� GL-rect individualized instruction and group activities, prepare instructional materials, assist with record keeping, make physical arrangements and complete other responsibilities of classroom teachers. During the course of each week, students are involved in classroom instruction and in su-SHUYLVHG�¿HOG�EDVHG�REVHUYDWLRQV�DQG�DSSOLFDWLRQV�RI�SULQFLSOHV�SUDFWLFHV�studied in the class. Articulated credit may be awarded upon successful completion of a sequence of courses.

MAJOR: HUMAN SERVICES

The Human Services major offers career exploration in two areas: social work and mental health. This major provides students who want to be social workers, therapists, and counselors with a path of study to prepare them for each career. The major offers and in-ternship that emphasizes counseling skills and the principles of and practices of mental health and social work.

SOCIAL WORK STRAND:Principles of Human Services: This course will enable freshmen stu-dents to investigate careers in education, mental health, and social work. Students will be introduced to topics including early childhood develop-ment, family and community needs and responsibilities, and interven-tions available for people in crisis.

Human Growth and Development: This course examines human devel-opment across the lifespan with emphasis upon research, theoretical per-spectives, and common physical, cognitive, emotional, and social devel-opmental milestones. Students will also begin to examine how to identify abnormal development.

COUNSELING STRAND:Principles of Human Services: This course will enable freshmen stu-dents to investigate careers in education, mental health, and social work. Students will be introduced to topics including early childhood develop-ment, family and community needs and responsibilities, and interven-tions available for people in crisis.

Child Development: This course includes knowledge and skills related to child growth and development and the principles and procedures for promoting the physical, emotional, social, and intellectual development of young children, including those with special needs. Other topics in-clude the characteristics of quality childcare, career options related to the care and education of children, and the management of multiple commu-nity and family roles. Articulated credit may be awarded upon successful completion of a sequence of courses.

Human Growth and Development: This course examines human devel-opment across the lifespan with emphasis upon research, theoretical per-spectives, and common physical, cognitive, emotional, and social devel-opmental milestones. Students will also begin to examine how to identify abnormal development.

Counseling and Mental Health Internship: (Prerequisites include Child Development AND Human Growth and Development.) This internship is D�SDUWQHUVKLS�ZLWK�WKH�$NLQV�+LJK�6FKRRO�6WXGHQW�6XSSRUW�2I¿FH�ZKLFK�provides various services to students in need. This on-campus internship allows students to model the knowledge and skills necessary to pursue counseling and mental health, or a social work career through simulated environments. Students receive training in peer mentoring and peer medi-ation and serve various other needs of the campus. Students are expected to apply knowledge of ethical and legal responsibilities, limitations, and the implications of their actions, including strict requirements regarding FRQ¿GHQWLDOLW\��7KLV�LQWHUQVKLS�RIIHUV�VWXGHQW�WKH�RSSRUWXQLW\�WR�EHFRPH�peer mentors to younger students on campus. The Peer Mentor Program serves students struggling in the following areas:�� Transition from middle school to high school (freshmen)�� Organization and study skills�� Social struggles with peers�� Family issues (minor)�� Stress relating to the school environment

AP Psychology: �3UHUHTXLVLWHV�LQFOXGH�*UDGH��FODVVL¿FDWLRQ��$3�Psychology is a college-level introduction to the concepts and methods of psychology. The course content is presented in depth and at an ac-celerated pace. Students learn the principal theories of psychology and study factors that affect human behavior and development, perception and learning, memory and thought, motivation and emotion; personality disorders; and related topics. AP students prepare to take the Advanced Placement examination in May to earn college credit.

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The Akins New Technology Academy experience includes working in a small-school environ-ment where students and sta! share a culture of trust, respect, and responsibility. Technology, in the form of a one-to-one student to networked computer ratio is the platform that supports project-based learning. Students have access to the network e-mail, internet access at home, and storage space for an electronic portfolio.

MAJOR: DIGITAL MEDIADigital and Interactive Media: This is an introductory course in design, typography, and imaging techniques. The course includes topics such as digital composition, color, imaging, editing, and animation. The student will use the computer’s set of tools to produce and edit digital designs as well as to incorporate design principles when capturing digital images with tools like scanners and cameras. Animation, both 2D and 3D, will be introduced in this course.

Animation: Careers in animation span all aspects of motion graphics. Within this context, in addition to developing technical knowledge and skills needed for success in the Arts,Audio/Visual Technology, and Com-munications career cluster, students will be expected to develop an under-standing of the history and techniques of the animation industry.

Advanced Animation: Careers in animation span all aspects of motion graphics. Within this context, in addition to developing advanced knowl-edge and skills needed for success in the Arts, Audio/Visual Technology, and Communications career cluster, students will be expected to create two and three dimensional animations. The instruction also assists stu-dents seeking careers in the animation industry.

Video Game Design: In this course students will learn how to create video games for the PC. Students will work in teams to conceive, design and create a video game from scratch while learning about storyboarding, game play, animation, scripting, level editing, and gaming engines.AND/ORProblems and Solutions: A research course which allows students to develop advanced technical knowledge and skills in solving problems in one or more of the technology systems of communication, computer applications, construction, energy, power, transportation, manufacturing, and bio-related technology.

MAJOR: PRINT JOURNALISMJournalism I: This introductory course on the principles and practices of journalism includes fact-gathering, developing interviewing skills, writ-ing news stories, determining news worthiness, studying and applying editing skills, journalistic style, using techniques of writing headlines and captions, focus on fundamental elements of advertising and visual com-munications using industry standard equipment, software and techniques, studying the freedom and responsibility of the press, and the principles and ethics of journalism. Articulated credit may be awarded upon suc-cessful completion of a sequence of courses and teacher recommendation.OR

Graphic Design and Illustration for Publications: Students study the use of photography in journalism and apply photographic skills to jour-nalistic purposes. They develop competence in taking pictures, photo ma-nipulation using industry standard equipment, software and techniques, and printing photographs for use in school publications. Key elements include advertising and visual communications while developing skills necessary for success in the arts, audio/video technology and communi-cations career cluster. Articulated credit may be awarded upon successful completion of a sequence of courses and teacher recommendation.

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Which MAJOR is right for me?SCIENCE – TECHNOLOGY – ENGINEERING – MATH

1. Do you like to tinker with cars or small appliances?2. Do you like science and math?3. Do you like labratory work in biology and physics?4. Do you enjoy working on crossword puzzles?5. Are you good at building things from scratch?6. Does it bother you when people aren’t accurate or precise?

If you answered “yes” to three or more of the questions above, you would enjoy majors o!ered in the STEM Academy..

VETERINARY MEDICINE – ENVIRONMENTAL & ENERGY SCIENCE

1. Do you like working outdoors?2. Are you good with animals?3. Are you interested in environmental issues?4. Do you like working with tools and machinery?5. Do you enjoy gardening and arranging "owers?6. Are you interested in biological sciences?

If you answered “yes” to three or more of the questions above, you would enjoy majors o!ered in the Green Tech Academy.

DIGITAL MEDIA – COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY – JOURNALISM

1. Do you like to tinker with electrical equipment?2. Do you enjoy video games?3. Do you have good communication skills?4. Do you like to make graphics on computers?5. Do you like to follow current events in the news?6. Do you like to write or express yourself through digital media?

If you answered “yes” to three or more of the questions above, you would enjoy majors o!ered in the New Tech Academy.

CRIMINAL JUSTICE – MILITARY LEADERSHIP – BUSINESS SKILLS

1. Do you keep your cool in stressful or dangerous situations?2. Do you watch TV shows such as CSI, Numbers, Law and Order, etc?3. Do you believe that public service is rewarding?4. Are you good at taking orders, obeying rules, and following instructions?5. Do you like to be in charge of group projects?6. Do you like working and earning your own money?

If you answered “yes” to #ve or more of the questions above, you would enjoy majors o!ered in the ABL2E Academy.

ART – HUMANITIES – PERFORMING ARTS

1. Do you have an active imagination?2. Is it important to you to express your feelings?3. Do you play a musical instrument or sing?4. Do you like to draw?5. Have you ever acted in a school play?6. Are you independent and creative?

If you answered “yes” to three or more of the questions above, you would enjoy majors o!ered in the Arts and Humanities Academy.

HEALTH SCIENCE TECH – HUMAN SERVICES – EDUCATION

1. Have you ever volunteered for service work in your community?2. Do you like helping other people learn new skills?3. Are you able to work out disagreements among your friends?4. Do you like doing things for others?5. Do you like to help people with their problems?6. Do you enjoy laboratory work in chemistry or biology?

If you answered “yes” to three or more of the questions above, you would enjoy majors o!ered in the Social Services Academy.

Use this Planning Guide to:��Select a Major��Select an Academy��Review Graduation Requirements��Build a Schedule for each of your years at Akins��Review tips from a Guidance Counselor

Graduation RequirementsStudents entering 9th grade in school year 2014 will work to earn the Foundation + Endorsement + Distinguished Level of Achievement Diploma by default.

Note: A student may not combine a half credit of a course for which there is an end of course assess-PHQW�ZLWK�DQRWKHU�KDOI�FUHGLW�WR�VDWLVI\�D�JUDGXDWLRQ�UHTXLUHPHQW��3UHUHTXLVLWHV�PXVW�EH�VDWLV¿HG�EHIRUH�subsequent course can be attempted.

As part of House Bill 5, students entering the 9th grade in the school year 2014 are also required to select an endorsement towards graduation. The endorsement can be in the following areas: Science, Technolgoy, Enginnering and Mathematics, Business and Industry, Public Services, Arts and Humani-ties, and Multidisciplinary Studies.

AHA�� Art�� Humanities �� Performing Arts

STEM�� Aerospace Engineering�� Mechanical & Industrial

Engineering�� Civil Engineering & Archi-

tecture�� Biomedical Engineering

Green Tech�� Veterinary Technician�� Plant Science�� Environmental Science�� Park Ranger�� Energy And Natural Re-

source Technology

ABL2E�� Business Management�� Accounting/Finance�� Criminal Justice�� Military Leadership

Social Services Academy�� Health Science Technology�� Education And Training�� Human Services

New Tech�� Digital Media�� Mass Media (Print &

Digital Journalism)�� Computer Programming &

Networking

Endorsements by Academy at Akins

Majors at Akins

The following Academies offer Majors that include Endorsements in the following areas:�� ABL2E

¸� Public Services Endorsement¸� Business and Industry Endorsement

�� Arts and Humanities Academy¸� Arts and Humanities Endorsment

�� Green Tech Academy¸� Business and Industry Endorsement

�� New Tech Academy¸� Business and Industry Endorsement

�� Social Services Academy¸� Public Services Endorsement

�� Science, Technology, Engineering and Math Academy¸� Science, Technolgoy, Engineering and Math Endorsement

Freshmen College Prep Checklist

Freshmen Schedule Builder

9th Grade: � Take the most challenging courses possible. � Start thinking about your dream career. � Talk to people with interesting jobs. � Go to career day. � Check out TechPrep courses. � Talk to your counselor. � Talk to your parents about saving for college. � Get active in extracurricular activities. � Scope out summer enrichment programs. � Remember that grades are one of the top things universities consider.

COURSE ONE: (ENGLISH) _______________________________________________

COURSE TWO: (MATH) ________________________________________________

COURSE THREE: (SCIENCE) ______________________________________________

COURSE FOUR: (READING/SAT PREP) ________________________________________

COURSE FIVE: _____________________________________________________

COURSE SIX: ______________________________________________________

COURSE SEVEN: ____________________________________________________

COURSE EIGHT: ____________________________________________________

ALTERNATE ONE:____________________________________________________

ALTERNATE TWO:___________________________________________________

ALTERNATE THEE:___________________________________________________

ALTERNATE FOUR:___________________________________________________

FIRST SEMESTER

ALTERNATES/SECOND SEMESTER

Freshmen should ful!ll as many graduation requirements as possible their !rst year to open up options as they move on to higher grades. You will want the room in your schedule to take advantage of everything pos-sible at Akins.

Core Classes (3 credits)Reading I/SAT Prep class (based on 8th grade ELA STAAR score) (1.0)LOTE, year 1 (1.0)PE or substitute (1.0)Fine Art course (1.0)Introductory course to major strand needed for endorse-ment (1.0)

Recommendations from a counselor

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Freshmen College Prep Checklist Sophomore College Prep Checklist

Freshmen Schedule Builder Sophomore Schedule Builder

10th Grade: � Take the most challenging courses possible. � Discuss your future dreams with your counselor. � Explore your options for TechPrep courses. � Plan to take the PSAT. � Read, read, read! � Lean about current a!airs. � Keep your grades up. � Take part in summer enrichment programs. � Update your record of activities. � Start planning the extracurricular activities you want to be involved in next year.


COURSE TWO: (MATH) ________________________________________________


COURSE FOUR: (SOCIAL STUDIES) __________________________________________

COURSE FIVE: _____________________________________________________

COURSE SIX: ______________________________________________________

COURSE SEVEN: ____________________________________________________

COURSE EIGHT: ____________________________________________________

ALTERNATE ONE:____________________________________________________

ALTERNATE TWO:___________________________________________________

ALTERNATE THEE:___________________________________________________

ALTERNATE FOUR:___________________________________________________

FIRST SEMESTER


This is the !rst year students have the option of an AP class with AP Physics I. In the sum-mer after sophomore year, students are eligible for dual credit courses. They qualify with their scores on the PSAT or the TSI exam. TSI testing for sopho-mores happens during the spring semester.

Core Classes (4 credits)LOTE, year 2 (1.0)Health credit (.5)2nd year major strand course needed for endorse-ment (1.0)Electives (1.5) – Many majors o"er two 2nd year courses, and students can choose to double up on major courses as part of their electives.


10TH

Junior College Prep Checklist

Junior Schedule Builder

11th Grade: � Seek out your counselor for information and advice. � If your TSI or PSAT test show you’re not ready for college work, meet with your counselor to

create a plan so that you’ll be prepared when you graduate. � Take the most challenging courses possible. � Earn college credit in high school by taking AP or Dual-Enrollment courses. � Take the SAT and/or ACT � Expand your extracurricular activities. � Attend college nights and college fairs. � Discuss where you want to go to college with our parents. � List ten schools you would like to attend and request catalogs.


COURSE TWO: (MATH) ________________________________________________



COURSE FIVE: _____________________________________________________

COURSE SIX: ______________________________________________________

COURSE SEVEN: ____________________________________________________

COURSE EIGHT: ____________________________________________________

ALTERNATE ONE:____________________________________________________

ALTERNATE TWO:___________________________________________________

ALTERNATE THEE:___________________________________________________

ALTERNATE FOUR:___________________________________________________

FIRST SEMESTER


Juniors that quali!ed as sopho-mores, or who qualify as juniors, can take dual credit classes during the school year (and of course, the summer). They also have a number of AP classes available.

Core Classes (4 credits)Math core (1.0)Science core (1.0)Social Studies cores (1.0)3rd year major strand course needed for endorsement (1.0)Electives (3.0) – Many majors o"er two 3rd year courses, and students can choose to double up on major courses as part of their electives.


11TH

Junior College Prep Checklist Senior College Prep Checklist

Junior Schedule Builder Senior Schedule Builder

12th Grade: � Review your class schedule with your counselor. � Earn college credit in high school by taking AP or Dual-Enrollment courses. � Attend college nights and college fairs. � Begin the college application process in SEPTEMBER! � Check with the College and Career Center counselor about scholarship opportunities. � Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). � Submit FAFSA as soon as possible a!er January 1. � Finalize college housing arrangements if you plan to live on campus. � See an academic advisor at the college you will be attending. � Register for your college classes early.


COURSE TWO: (MATH) ________________________________________________



COURSE FIVE: _____________________________________________________

COURSE SIX: ______________________________________________________

COURSE SEVEN: ____________________________________________________

COURSE EIGHT: ____________________________________________________

ALTERNATE ONE:____________________________________________________

ALTERNATE TWO:___________________________________________________

ALTERNATE THEE:___________________________________________________

ALTERNATE FOUR:___________________________________________________

FIRST SEMESTER


Seniors have AP and dual credit options, as well as dual credit o! periods.

Core Classes (4 credits)4th year major strand cap-stone course/internship/practicum needed for en-dorsement (1.0 – 2.0)Electives (2.0 – 3.0) – Seniors should use these electives to make themselves more attractive to colleges. For example, students going into business or law should take statistics even if they already have another 4th year math on their schedule. Future engineers should use earlier electives to double up on math so they can take both Calculus AB and BC.


12TH

Your Plan for This Year

COURSE ONE: ____________________________________________________

COURSE TWO: ____________________________________________________

COURSE THREE: ___________________________________________________

COURSE FOUR: ___________________________________________________

COURSE FIVE: ____________________________________________________

COURSE SIX: _____________________________________________________

COURSE SEVEN: ___________________________________________________

COURSE EIGHT: ___________________________________________________

ALTERNATE ONE: __________________________________________________

ALTERNATE TWO: __________________________________________________

ALTERNATE THEE: __________________________________________________

ALTERNATE FOUR: _________________________________________________

Current Credits Credits for This Year Total Credits from All Years to Date

Credits Needed to Graudate

Credits Away from Graduation

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Academy Major Endorsement

Directions: Use this form to plan your schedule and graduation plan for the upcoming school year no matter what grade you are in. Use the credit calculator below to calculate how many credits you need to graudate with the Foundation + Endorsement + Distinguished Level of Achievement Diploma.

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