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2014-2015

COURSE SELECTION GUIDE

Crown Point High School 1500 South Main Street, Crown Point, Indiana 46307

219-663-4885 cphsbulldogs.com

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Academic Honors Diploma Course

Technical Honors Diploma Course

Indiana University

Indiana University Northwest

Purdue University Calumet

Ivy Tech Community College

Vincennes University

Core 40 Diploma Course

Core Transfer Library Course (Dual Credit)

Physical Education Department 24

Science Department 25-27

Social Studies Department 27-29

World Languages Department 30-33

Online Course

Blended Instruction Course

Dual Credit Course

Business Department Course Progression

Industrial Technology Department 16-20

Math Department 20-21

Performing Arts Department 21-23

Education Department 10

English Department 10-14

Family and Consumer Sciences Department 14-16

Course Selection Guide 5-33

Art Department 5-6

Business Department 6-9

New Courses for 2014-2015 4

Table of Contents

Diploma Requirements 2

Course Selection Sheet 3

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Course and Credit Requirements

English/ Language Arts

8 credits

Including a balance of literature, composition and speech.

Mathematics 6 credits (in grades 9-12) 2 credits: Algebra I 2 credits: Geometry

2 credits: Algebra II Or complete Integrated Math I, II, and III for 6 credits. Students must take a math or quantitative reasoning course each year in high school

Science 6 credits 2 credits: Biology I 2 credits: Chemistry I or Physics I or Integrated Chemistry-Physics 2 credits: any Core 40 science course

Social Studies

6 credits 2 credits: U.S. History 1 credit: U.S. Government 1 credit: Economics 2 credits: World History/Civilization or Geography/History of the World

Directed Electives

5 credits World Languages Fine Arts Career and Technical Education

Physical Education

2 credits

Health and Wellness

1 credit

Electives* 6 credits (College and Career Pathway courses recommended)

40 Total State Credits Required

Schools may have additional local graduation requirements that apply to all students

* Specifies the number of electives required by the state. High school schedules provide time for many more electives during the high school years. All students are strongly encouraged to complete a College and Career Pathway (selecting electives in a deliberate manner) to take full advantage of career and college exploration and preparation opportunities.

12-07-2012

For the Core 40 with Academic Honors diploma, students must:

Complete all requirements for Core 40.

Earn 2 additional Core 40 math credits.

Earn 6-8 Core 40 world language credits (6 credits in one language or 4 credits each in two languages).

Earn 2 Core 40 fine arts credits.

Earn a grade of a “C” or better in courses that will count toward the diploma.

Have a grade point average of a “B” or better.

Complete one of the following: A. Earn 4 credits in 2 or more AP courses and take corresponding AP exams

B. Earn 6 verifiable transcripted college credits in dual credit courses from the approved dual credit list.

C. Earn two of the following:

1. A minimum of 3 verifiable transcripted college credits from the approved dual credit list,

2. 2 credits in AP courses and corresponding AP exams,

3. 2 credits in IB standard level courses and corresponding IB exams.

D. Earn a combined score of 1750 or higher on the SAT critical reading, mathematics and writing sections and a minimum score of 530 on each

E. Earn an ACT composite score of 26 or higher and complete written section

F. Earn 4 credits in IB courses and take corresponding IB exams.

For the Core 40 with Technical Honors diploma, students must:

Complete all requirements for Core 40.

Earn 6 credits in the college and career preparation courses in a state-approved College & Career Pathway and one of the following:

1. State approved, industry recognized certification or credential, or

2. Pathway dual credits from the approved dual credit list resulting in 6 transcripted college credits

Earn a grade of “C” or better in courses that will count toward the diploma.

Have a grade point average of a “B” or better.

Complete one of the following,

A. Any one of the options (A - F) of the Core 40 with Academic Honors

B. Earn the following scores or higher on WorkKeys; Reading for Information – Level 6, Applied Mathematics – Level 6, and Locating Information-Level 5.

C. Earn the following minimum score(s) on Accuplacer: Writing 80, Reading 90, Math 75.

D. Earn the following minimum score(s) on Compass; Algebra 66 , Writing 70, Reading 80.

Effective beginning with students who enter high school in 2012-13 school year (class of 2016).

with Technical Honors (minimum 47 credits)

with Academic Honors (minimum 47 credits)

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Art Prerequisite Y/S DC Diploma Grades Math Prerequisite Y/S DC Diploma Grades

INTRODUCTION TO 2D ART None Y N C40/AHD 9,10,11,12 ALGEBRA I None Y N C40/AHD 9,10

INTRODUCTION TO 3-D ART None S N C40/AHD 9,10,11,12 ALGEBRA Transitions Testing/Teacher Rec. Y N Core 40 9

CERAMICS I 2D Art S N C40/AHD 10,11,12 GEOMETRY Honors Algebra Y N C40/AHD 9

CERAMICS II Ceramics I S N C40/AHD 10,11,12 GEOMETRY Algebra Y N C40/AHD 10,11,12

DRAWING I 2D Art S N C40/AHD 10,11,12 GEOMETRY Transitions Testing/Teacher Rec. Y N Core 40 11,12

DRAWING II Drawing I S N C40/AHD 10,11,12 ALGEBRA II Honors Honors Geometry Y N C40/AHD 10

JEWELRY 2D Art S N C40/AHD 10,11,12 ALGEBRA II Geometry Y N C40/AHD 11,12

PAINTING 2D Art & Drawing I Y N C40/AHD 11,12 ALGEBRA II Transitions Algebra Y N Core 40 10,11

PRINTMAKING 2D Art S N C40/AHD 10,11,12 PRE-CALCULUS/TRIG Honors Honor Alg. II Y N C40/AHD 11

VISUAL COMMUNICATIONS I 2D Art S N C40/AHD 10,11,12 PRE-CALCULUS/TRIG DC Geometry & Alg. II Y Y C40/AHD 12

VISUAL COMMUNICATIONS II Vis Comm I S N C40/AHD 10,11,12 PRE-CALCULUS/TRIG Geometry & Alg. II Y N C40/AHD 12

AP STUDIO ART 5 Sem. of Art Y N C40/AHD 12 AP STATISTICS Alg. II or Hon. Alg. II Y N C40/AHD 11,12

Business Prerequisite Y/S DC Diploma Grades AP CALCULUS Honors Pre-Cal Y Y C40/AHD 12

ADVANCED BUSINESS MANAGEMENT None S N C40/A&THD 11,12 Performing Arts Prerequisite Y/S DC Diploma Grades

ADVANCED WEB DESIGN Web Design S N C40/A&THD 11,12 BEGINNING GIRLS’ CHOIR Teacher Rec. Y N C40/AHD 9

AP COMPUTER SCIENCE Comp Prog I Y N C40/A&THD 12 INTERMEDIATE CHOIR Teacher Rec. Y N C40/AHD 9,10,11,12

BUSINESS LAW AND ETHICS None S Y C40/A&THD 11,12 ADVANCED CHORUS (Treble) Chorus Inter. Chorus Y N C40/AHD 11,12

CAPSTONE EXPERIENCE Personal Finance Y N C40/A&THD 12 ADVANCED CHORUS (Mixed) Inter. Chorus Y N C40/AHD 10,11,12

COMPUTER PROGRAMMING I None S N C40/A&THD 11,12 INTERMEDIATE ORCHESTRA M.S. Orchestra Y N C40/AHD 9,10,11,12

COMPUTER PROGRAMMING II Comp. Prog. I S N C40/A&THD 11,12 ADVANCED ORCHESTRA Audition Y N C40/AHD 10,11,12

COMPUTER TECH SUPPORT (A+) Algebra I Y N C40/A&THD 10,11,12 BEGINNING CONCERT BAND Teacher Rec. Y N C40/AHD 9,10,11,12

DIGITAL CITIZENSHIP None S N C40/A&THD 9,10,11,12 INTERMEDIATE CONCERT BAND Teacher Rec. Y N C40/AHD 9,10,11,12

ENTREPRENEURSHIP None S Y C40/A&THD 11,12 ADVANCED CONCERT BAND Teacher Rec. Y N C40/AHD 9,10,11,12

FINANCE ACADEMY (ACCOUNTING) None Y Y C40/A&THD 11,12 THEATRE ARTS None S N C40/AHD 9,10,11,12

INFO TECH: SERVER+ A+ and Network + S N C40/A&THD 10,11,12 ADVANCED THEATRE ARTS Theatre Arts S N C40/AHD 9,10,11,12

INFO. & COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY None S Y C40/A&THD 10,11,12 TECHNICAL THEATRE Teacher Rec. S N C40/AHD 11,12

INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS None S N C40/A&THD 9,10 MUSIC THEORY None S N C40/AHD 10,11,12

NETWORK FUNDAMENTALS A+ Computer Server Y N C40/A&THD 10,11,12 AP MUSIC THEORY Music Theory Y N C40/AHD 12

ACP PERSONAL FINANCIAL RESP. None S Y C40/A&THD 11,12 MUSIC HISTORY AND APPRECIATION None S N C40/AHD 11,12

PRINCIPLES OF MARKETING None S Y C40/A&THD 10,11,12 Physical Education Prerequisite Y/S DC Diploma Grades

PROFESSIONAL CAREER INTERNSHIP 3.0 GPA Y N C40/A&THD 12 CORE PE-GENERAL FITNESS None Y N C40/AHD 9,10,11,12

WEB DESIGN Digital Citizenship S N C40/A&THD 11,12 CORE PE-ATHLETIC DEVELOPMENT-9 CPHS Athlete Y N C40/AHD 9

Education Prerequisite Y/S DC Diploma Grades HEALTH EDUCATION None S N C40/AHD 10,11,12

EDUCATIONAL PSCHOLOGY Psychology S Y C40/AHD 11,12 HEALTH ON-LINE None S N C40/AHD 9,10,11,12

INTRO TO EDUCATION None S Y C40/AHD 11,12 ATHLETIC DEVELOPMENT CPHS Athlete S N C40/AHD 10,11,12

PEER TUTORING None S N C40/AHD 10,11,12 PERSONAL FITNESS Core PE S N C40/AHD 10,11,12

English Prerequisite Y/S DC Diploma Grades LIFESAVING Core P.E. S N C40/AHD 9,10,11,12

ENGLISH 9 None Y N C40/AHD 9 Science Prerequisite Y/S DC Diploma Grades

ENGLISH 9 Honors (PRE AP) Testing/Teacher Rec. Y N C40/AHD 9 BIOLOGY None Y N C40/AHD 9

ENGLISH 9 Transitions Testing/Teacher Rec. Y N Core 40 9 BIOLOGY Honors Testing/Teacher Rec. Y N C40/AHD 9

ENGLISH 10 None Y N C40/AHD 10 BIOLOGY Transitions Testing/Teacher Rec. Y N Core 40 9

ENGLISH 10 Honors (PRE AP) Testing/Teacher Rec. Y N C40/AHD 10 CHEMISTRY None Y N C40/AHD 10,11,12

ENGLISH 10 Transitions Testing/Teacher Rec. Y N Core 40 10 ACP CHEMISTRY Honors Testing/Teacher Rec. Y Y C40/AHD 10,11,12

AP ENGLISH LIT./COMP. Testing/Teacher Rec. Y N C40/AHD 11 CHEMISTRY Transitions Testing/Teacher Rec. Y N Core 40 10,11,12

AMERICAN LITERATURE Testing/Teacher Rec. Y N C40/AHD 11 PRINCIPLES OF BIOMEDICAL SCIENCE Biology Y N C40/AHD 10,11,12

ENGLISH 11 Transitions Testing/Teacher Rec. Y N Core 40 11 ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE Chemistry, or Physics Y N C40/AHD 11,12

AP ENGLISH LANGUAGE/COMP. Testing/Teacher Rec. Y N C40/AHD 12 AP ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE Biology, Chemistry I Y N C40/AHD 10,11,12

ADVANCED COMPOSITION Testing/Teacher Rec. S Y C40/AHD 12 PHYSICS CONCEPTUAL Testing/Teacher Rec. Y N C40/AHD 10,11,12

WORLD LITERATURE Testing/Teacher Rec. S Y C40/AHD 12 PHYSICS 1 Geometry & Chemistry Y Y C40/AHD 11,12

SENIOR COMPOSITION Testing/Teacher Rec. S N C40/AHD 12 AP PHYSICS Pre-Cal or Calculus Y N C40/AHD 11,12

SENIOR LITERATURE Testing/Teacher Rec. S N C40/AHD 12 MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY Online None S Y C40/AHD 11,12

ENGLISH 12 Transitions Testing/Teacher Rec. Y N Core 40 12 ANATOMY & PHSIOLOGY Chemistry, or Physics Y N C40/AHD 11,12

FUNDAMENTALS OF SPEECH None S Y C40/AHD 11,12 AP BIOLOGY (2 HR) Biology and Chemistry Y N C40/AHD 11,12

JOURNALISM Teacher Rec. Y N C40/AHD 9,10,11,12 AP CHEMISTRY Testing/Teacher Rec. Y N C40/AHD 11,12

NEWSPAPER Journalism Y N C40/AHD 10,11,12 ASTRONOMY Strong Math Skills Y N* C40/AHD 11,12

YEARBOOK Appl. /Teacher Rec. Y N C40/AHD 10,11,12 Social Studies Prerequisite Y/S DC Diploma Grades

ADVANCED JOURNALISM Sponsor Rec. Y N C40/AHD 10,11,12 WORLD HISTORY/CIVILIZATION None Y N C40/AHD 9

PHOTOJOURNALISM Need a digital camera S N C40/AHD 9,10,11,12 WORLD HISTORY Transitions None Y N Core 40 9

TECHNICAL COMMUNICATIONS None Y N C40/AHD 11,12 AP WORLD HISTORY None Y N C40/AHD 10,11,12

Family and Consumer Science Prerequisite Y/S DC Diploma Grades AP UNITED STATES HISTORY Testing/Teacher Rec. Y N C40/AHD 10,11,12

COLLEGE AND CAREERS None S N C40/A&THD 9 DC US HISTORY None Y Y C40/AHD 11

INTERPERSONAL RELATIONSHIPS None S N C40/A&THD 9,10,11,12 UNITED STATES HISTORY None Y N C40/AHD 11

NUTRITION & WELLNESS None Y N C40/A&THD 10,11,12 UNITED STATES HISTORY Online None Y N C40/AHD 11

ADVANCED NUTRITION & FOODS Nutrition and Wellness S N C40/A&THD 10,11,12 AP GOVERNMENT Testing/Teacher Rec. S N C40/AHD 12

CULINARY ARTS CAREERS I, II, III Adv. Nutrition Y Y C40/A&THD 11,12 DC GOVERNMENT None S Y C40/AHD 11,12

CHILD DEVELOPMENT AND PARENTING None S N C40/A&THD 10,11,12 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT None S N C40/AHD 12

ADVANCED CHILD DEVELOPMENT Child Development S N C40/A&THD 11,12 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Online None S N C40/AHD 12

EARL CHILDHOOD EDUC. I /II (2 HRS) Application/Interview Y Y C40/A&THD 11,12 AP MICROECONOMICS Testing/Teacher Rec. S N C40/AHD 12

FASHION AND TEXTILE CAREERS I None S N C40/A&THD 10,11,12 ECONOMICS None S N C40/AHD 12

FASHION AND TEXTILE CAREERS II Fash. & Text. I S N C40/A&THD 10,11,12 ECONOMICS Online None S N C40/AHD 12

HOSPITALIT ADMIN. CAREERS None S N C40/A&THD 10,11,12 AP HUMAN GEOGRAPHY Testing/Teacher Rec. Y N C40/AHD 9,10,11,12

HOUSING/INTERIOR DESIGN I None S N C40/A&THD 10,11,12 SOCIOLOGY None S Y C40/AHD 11,12

HOUSING/INTERIOR DESIGN II Housing/ Interior I S N C40/A&THD 10,11,12 PSYCHOLOGY None S Y C40/AHD 11,12

Industrial Technology Prerequisite Y/S DC Diploma Grades AP PSCHOLOGY None Y N C40/AHD 11,12

AUTO SERVICES TECHNOLOGY 1 None Y Y C40/A&THD 10,11,12 World Languages Prerequisite Y/S DC Diploma Grades

AUTO SERVICES TECHNOLOGY II (2 HR) Instructor Approval Y Y C40/A&THD 11,12 FRENCH 1 None Y N C40/AHD 9,10,11,12

GRAPHIC IMAGING TECHNOLOGY I None Y Y C40/A&THD 10,11,12 FRENCH 2 French I Y N C40/AHD 10,11,12

GRAPHIC IMAGING TECHNOLOGY II (2 HR) GIT I Y Y C40/A&THD 11,12 FRENCH 3 French 2 Y N C40/AHD 11,12

INTRO. TO CONSTRUCTION I None Y N C40/A&THD 9,10,11,12 AP/DC FRENCH 4 French 3 Y Y C40/AHD 12

INTRO. TO CONSTRUCTION II Intro to Construction Y Y C40/A&THD 10,11,12 GERMAN 1 None Y N C40/AHD 9,10,11,12

CABINET & FURNITURE MNFG. Intro to Construction Y N C40/A&THD 10,11,12 GERMAN 2 German 1 Y N C40/AHD 10,11,12

INTRO. TO ENGINEERING ROBOTICS None Y N C40/A&THD 9,10,11,12 GERMAN 3 German 2 Y N C40/AHD 11,12

ENG. ROBOTICS DESIGN (Robotics II) Robotics I Y Y C40/A&THD 10,11,12 AP/DC GERMAN 4 German 3 Y Y C40/AHD 12

PRECISION MACH. TECH. I (1 HR) None Y Y C40/A&THD 9,10,11,12 LATIN 1 None Y N C40/AHD 9,10,11,12

INT. PRECISION MACH. TECH. II (1 HR) PMT I Y Y C40/A&THD 10,11,12 LATIN 2 Latin 1 Y N C40/AHD 10,11,12

PRECISION MACH. TECH. II (2 HR) PMT I Y Y C40/A&THD 10,11,12 LATIN 3 Latin 2 Y N C40/AHD 11,12

ADV. PRECISION MACH. TECH. (2 HR) PMT II Y Y C40/A&THD 11,12 AP LATIN Latin 3 Y N C40/AHD 12

TECHNICAL DRAWING I (CAD) None Y N C40/A&THD 9,10,11,12 SPANISH 1 None Y N C40/AHD 9,10,11,12

TECHNICAL DRAWING II (Inventor) Tech. Drawing I Y Y C40/A&THD 10,11,12 SPANISH 2 Spanish 1 Y N C40/AHD 10,11,12

ARCHITECTURAL DRAFTING (CAD) Tech. Drawing I Y N C40/A&THD 10,11,12 SPANISH 2 IMMERSION 4.0 GPA in Spanish 1 Y N C40/AHD 9,10,11,12

PRINCIPLES OF ENGINEERING Tech. Drawing II Y Y C40/A&THD 11,12 SPANISH 3 Spanish 2 Y N C40/AHD 11,12

SPANISH 3 IMMERSION 4.0 GPA in Spanish 2 Y N C40/AHD 10,11,12

AP/DC SPANISH 4 Spanish 3 Y Y C40/AHD 12

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2014-2015 CPHS Course Offerings

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Business

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Crown Point High SchoolNew Courses for 2014-2015

DepartmentBusinessBusiness

Course NameComputer Programming II

Advanced Business Management 11,12

GradesC40/A&THD 11,12

Diploma

C40/A&THD

BusinessIndustrial Technology

Science

Social StudiesScience

Advanced Web DesignInformation Communication & Technology

Introduction to ConstructionAstronomy

AP World HistoryPrinciples of Biomedical Sciences

* = Seeking Dual Credit Agreement

C40/A&THD 11,12

C40/A&THD 11,12

C40/A&THD 10,11,12

C40/A&THD 10,11,12C40/A&THD 9,10,11,12

C40/A&THD

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10,11,12

Prerequisites: 2D Art

Prerequisites: 2D Art

This class will focus on the concepts of visual communication with an

emphasis on typography, publication design and illustration. Students

will become familiar with the Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator software.

VISUAL COMMUNICATIONS II

10,11,12

DRAWING II

10,11,12

Prerequisites: Drawing I

This is an advanced, interdisciplinary course combining creation of art

work, art history, technology, and creative writing. Students will create a

work suitable for inclusion in a portfolio for admittance to an art school

or university art program.

VISUAL COMMUNICATIONS I

10,11,12

Students will produce works of art in a variety of 3-dimensional media.

Sequential learning experiences that encompass the art elements and

principles as well as art history, other cultures, aesthetics and critique

will be covered.

CERAMICS I

INTRODUCTION TO 3-D ART

9,10,11,12

Art Department

Prerequisites: None

INTRODUCTION TO 2D ART

This class provides students with a basic introduction in art. Emphasis

is placed upon the presentation of a wide variety of methods, materials

and techniques, while exploring the major artists and art movements

from the prehistoric to the present. This class is a prerequisite for most

art classes.

9,10,11,12

Advanced ceramics students will divide their time between constructing

large hand-built pots and learning to use the potter’s wheel. Design

quality and craftsmanship will be emphasized.

Students will produce works of functional art in a variety of 3-

dimensional media. Sequential learning experiences that encompass

the art elements and principles as well as art history, other cultures,

aesthetics and criticism will be covered. This course gives students a

hands-on introduction to the world of jewelry making. Through the use

of a wide variety of materials and tools students will create several

pieces of jewelry. They will learn about various careers associated with

the fine arts.

PRINTMAKING

Prerequisites: Visual Communications I

This class will focus on continuing the concepts of visual

communication with a greater emphasis on typography, publication

design and illustration. Cartooning and animation skills will also be

presented. The development of extensive computer skills will be

enhanced through the use of Photoshop, Illustrator, Painter 8 and

Publisher.

Prerequisites:

JEWELRY

10,11,12

2D Art

Ceramics will focus on hand-building and glazing techniques for

functional and non-functional pottery. Design quality and craftsmanship

will be emphasized.

CERAMICS II

Prerequisites: None

DRAWING I

10,11,12

10,11,12

Prerequisites: 2D Art

Students in the class will learn various printmaking techniques, i.e.

etching, lino-block, progressive color, and silkscreen. Abstract and

realistic concepts will be covered as well as the history of printmaking,

critique, and aesthetics.

Prerequisites: 2D Art

This class will allow the student to develop basic drawing skills learned

in 2-D Art while experiencing a wide variety of media. Advanced

problems in landscape, still life, and figure drawing will be presented.

10,11,12

Prerequisites: Ceramics I

Course Descriptions

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DC BUSINESS LAW AND ETHICS

11,12

Prerequisites:

2D Art & Drawing I

Art Department (Continued)

PAINTING

AP STUDIO ART

12

Prerequisites: 5 Semesters of Art

This course is recommended for the serious art student who plans on

furthering his/her art studies beyond high school. The primary focus of

the course will be the preparation of a portfolio of college level work.

Self-motivation and self-direction are essential. A portfolio of at least 24

works will be required as well as written narratives and assessments.

None

Painting is intended for the serious art student who wishes to develop

painting skill and technique. Challenging problems in still life, figure

study, landscape and abstract composition will also be presented.

ADVANCED BUSINESS MANAGEMENT

11,12

Prerequisites: None

Advanced Business Management is recommended by the Business

Department at CPHS for students intending to pursue a 2-year or 4-

year Business degree.  This course prepares students to plan,

organize, direct, and control the functions and processes of a firm or

organization and to perform business-related functions. Students are

provided opportunities to develop attitudes and apply skills and

knowledge in the areas of business administration, management, and

finance. Individual experiences will be based upon the student’s career

and educational goals.

Business Department

11,12

Prerequisites:

Finance Academy is recommended for students intending to pursue a 2-

year or 4-year Business degree.  This is the capstone course offered by

the Business Department at CPHS for students looking to pursue a

degree in Business.  An articulation agreement is in place with Indiana

University, and the Kelley School of Business, that allows students to

earn dual credit (A201 - Intro to Financial Accounting).  Students

looking to get a head start on their college degree are encouraged to

take this course at CPHS.  Successful completion of A201 is a pre-

requisite to apply to the Kelley School of Business.  The Kelley School

of Business is consistently rated as one of the top business programs in

the United States. The first semester of Finance Academy introduces

students to accounting basics, financial statements, accounting cycle,

and the fundamentals needed to succeed in the second semester. 

During the second semester, students will prepare financial statements;

apply fundamental principles and concepts governing financial

accounting; and use financial information to make various business

decisions. Work is done with different types of business ownership. 

Instructional strategies include the use of computers, projects,

simulations, case studies, and business experiences.  Students opting

for the dual credit option must apply to Indiana University Northwest

and pay tuition costs as part of the articulation agreement.  Student

grades will be reflected on both the CPHS transcript and Indiana

University transcript. 

COMPUTER SCIENCE A, ADVANCED PLACEMENT

12

Prerequisites: Computer Programming I, Algebra I and II

DC FINANCE ACADEMY (ACCOUNTING)

11,12

Prerequisites: None

Computer Science, Advanced Placement is a business mathematics

course that provides students with the content established by the

College Board. This course emphasizes object-oriented programming

methodology with a concentration on problem solving and algorithm

development, introduces the use of Java program language, and

includes the study of data structures, design, and abstraction. The

course provides students an alternative to taking pre-calculus or

calculus to fulfill the four-year math requirement for graduation.

Business Law and Ethics is recommended by the Business Department

at CPHS for students looking to pursue a two or four-year degree in

Business.  An articulation agreement is in place with Ivy Tech that

allows students to earn dual credit (BUSN102 – Business Law).

Students looking to get a head start on their college degree are

encouraged to take this course at CPHS.  Business Law and Ethics is a

business course that provides an overview of the legal system in the

business setting. Topics covered include: Basics of the Judicial

System, Contract Law, Employment Law, Personal Law, and Property

Law. Applications of legal principles and ethical decision-making

techniques are presented through problem-solving methods and

situation analysis. Instructional strategies include mock trials, case

studies, guest speakers, and Internet projects. Students opting for the

dual credit option must apply to Ivy Tech and the tuition is free. Student

grades will be reflected on both the CPHS transcript and Ivy Tech

transcript.

(see course progression on p. 34)

Course Descriptions

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CAPSTONE WORK EXPERIENCE

11,12

Prerequisites: Algebra I

Business Department (Continued)

COMPUTER PROGRAMMING I

Algebra I

Prerequisites: None

Digital Citizenship is recommended by the Business Department for all

students at CPHS, regardless of their college or career aspirations. 

Digital Citizenship introduces students to the Microsoft Office Suite of

Windows Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Access to create documents

and presentations applicable to home, school, college, and future job

tasks. This course helps students build efficient and practical computer

skills beyond the basics. The skills taught in this class will be used for a

lifetime. Internet concepts are introduced. Recommended follow-up

courses are Web Design, Information and Communication Technology

(Adv. Computer Apps.), Computer Programming I, and AP Computer

Science.

The Business and Technology Department at CPHS recommends A+

Computer Server for students who are interested in exploring or

pursuing a career in computer repair and maintenance.  As a

foundation for computer technicians, the A+ curriculum provides training

for students in the installation, upgrading, networking, security,

preventative maintenance, and repairing of personal computers; all of

which are necessary for IT entry-level professionals.  Students will

experience a hands-on orientation to scenarios in which troubleshooting

and tools will be applied to solving problems. This two-semester course

will help prepare students for the industry wide recognized Comp TIA

A+ certification exam. This certification validates foundation-level

knowledge and skills for a career in PC support and is considered

mandatory for top IT organizations.   

Capstone Experience is a course offered to senior students who desire

meaningful occupational skill development while in high school. The

goal of Capstone Experience is to help students progress toward a

specific career objective.  This course is recommended for high school

seniors who wish to complement their high school courses with the

development of workplace skills and career counseling/mentoring.  In

this course, students are placed in jobs where they will focus on skills

needed for careers after graduation.  Students participating in the

Capstone Experience will meet once per month, in class, for seminars

in which career counseling/mentoring and workforce skills will be

addressed through individual meetings, guest speakers, and large

group discussions.  Students taking Capstone Experience will have

some flexibility in developing their daily schedule during their senior

year.  Students may have the option to leave CPHS during the school

day as part of the Capstone Experience.  Students may also opt to

attend school all day and still participate in the Capstone

Experience. CPHS guidance counselors and Capstone Coordinator(s)

will work with students, on an individual basis, to set-up their course

schedule.  Fulfilling graduation requirements and college/career

pathway completion will be part of the schedule development process. 

Students must work a minimum of 10 hours per week.  Students will

receive three credits for the Capstone course: two high school credits

for the workplace experience and one credit for the seminar

component. Interested students should register for Capstone

Experience when building their 12th grade course schedules.  Students

will then complete the application packet required for admission into the

program.  Once students are accepted to the program, they will work

with the Capstone Coordinator(s) to secure employment during their

12th grade year. Students that are unable to secure a job may be

placed into a work-study situation where 10 hours per week will be

required without payment.

DIGITAL CITIZENSHIP

9,10,11,12

Prerequisites: Personal Finance

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COMPUTER TECH SUPPORT (A+)

10,11,12

Prerequisites:

Computer Programming I covers fundamental concepts of programming

through commands, and hands-on utilization of lab equipment to

product correct output. This course introduces the structured

techniques necessary for efficient solution of business-related computer

programming logic problems and coding solutions into a high-level

language. Includes program flowcharting, pseudo coding, and

hierarchy charts as a means of solving these problems. This course

covers creating file layouts, print charts, program narratives, user

documentation, and system flowcharts for business problems. Reviews

algorithm development, flowcharting, input/output techniques, looping,

modules, selection structures, file handling, and control breaks. Visual

Basic is the language being examined and utilized.

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Prerequisites:

The Business Department at CPHS recommends Introduction to

Business as an introductory course for students who are interested in

exploring business in high school, college, or as a career option. The

course is designed for students to discover the world of business by

acquainting them with business careers and concepts, economic

systems, entrepreneurship, business ethics, business law, marketing,

and basic management concepts. Students taking this course will be

well prepared for other business courses offered at CPHS. It is an

excellent first-level course for students considering dual credit courses

during their junior or senior year at CPHS.

NETWORK FUNDAMENTALS

10,11,12

Prerequisites: A+ Computer Server

Entrepreneurship and New Ventures is recommended for students

intending to pursue a Business degree and/or who may have

aspirations of starting their own business someday.  An articulation

agreement is in place with Ivy Tech that allows students to earn dual

credit (BUSN105 – Principles of Management). Entrepreneurship and

New Ventures introduces entrepreneurship and development skills and

tools critical for starting and succeeding in a new venture. Students

enrolled in this course will learn first-hand how to develop a business

plan necessary to learn the critical factors of value proposition,

competitive advantage, venture concept, feasibility analysis, and “go to”

market strategies. Additional topics of government and legal

restrictions, intellectual property, franchising location, basic business

accounting, raising start-up funding, sales and revenue forecasting are

explored. Students opting for the dual credit option must apply to Ivy

Tech and the tuition is free. Student grades will be reflected on both

the CPHS transcript and Ivy Tech transcript.

9,10,11,12

COMPUTER PROGRAMMING II

11,12

Prerequisites:

DC INFORMATION & COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY

9,10,11,12

Course Descriptions

Computer Programming I

Computer Programming II is a course which builds on previous

programming and knowledge in C++. This course focuses on object-

oriented programming, classes and data hiding, dynamic object

construction and destruction, and introduces the Java Language.

CPHS Business Department also recommends this course for students

interested in taking the AP Computer Science course and examination.

The Business and Technology Department at CPHS recommends

Network + as a second-level course for students who are interested in

exploring or pursuing a career in computer repair and maintenance.

Network + trains students in the design, installation, upgrading, and

repairing of local area networks (LANs), network hardware (hubs, patch

panels, etc.), network operating systems, TCP/IP essentials and

utilities, and network security and design. This semester course will

help prepare students for the industry wide recognized Network+

certification exam.

Business Department (Continued)

Prerequisites: None

INFO TECH: SERVER+

10,11,12

A+ and Network+

The Server+ course provides students with the professional knowledge

necessary to demonstrate skills in areas such as installation,

configuration, upgrading, proactive maintenance, environment,

troubleshooting/problem determination, server issues and disaster

recovery. RAID, SCSI and Multiple CPU’s as well as server issues and

disaster recovery. CPHS recommends Server+ for students who are

interested in exploring or pursuing a career in computer repair and

maintenance.

INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS

Information & Communication Technology is a second-level computer

applications course offered by the Business Department at CPHS for

students intending to pursue a 2-year or 4-year Business degree.  An

articulation agreement is in place with Ivy Tech that allows students to

earn dual credit at Ivy Tech (CINS101-Microcomputers), Indiana

University Bloomington (A110-Intro to Computers & Computing), and

Indiana University Northwest (A106- Intro to Computing). Students

looking to get a head start on their college degree are encouraged to

take this course at CPHS.  Students will focus on strengthening their

Microsoft Office skills where they learn to create documents and

presentations using Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Access.

Instructional strategies include the use of computers, projects,

collaborative instruction, solving problems, and peer teaching, and

making decisions. Students opting for the dual credit option must apply

to Ivy Tech and the tuition is free. Student grades will be reflected on

both the CPHS transcript and Ivy Tech transcript.

DC ENTREPRENEURSHIP AND NEW VENTURES

11,12

Prerequisites: None

Prerequisites:

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PROFESSIONAL CAREER INTERNSHIP

10,11,12

Prerequisites: None

11,12

Prerequisites:

The Business Department at CPHS recommends Personal Finance to

all students regardless of their college and career goals.  An articulation

agreement is in place with Indiana University that allows students to

earn dual credit (BUS F260 - Personal Finance).  Students looking to

get a head start on their college degree are encouraged to take this

course at CPHS.  Personal Finance teaches students the principles of

managing and growing their money. Students learn how to plan and

set financial goals, develop budgets, save and invest, manage a

checking account, use credit wisely, select credit cards, avoid financial

pitfalls, protection against identity theft, choose financial institutions,

understand paychecks and taxes, and purchasing insurance. This

course prepares students for their roles and responsibilities as

consumers, producers, entrepreneurs, and citizens. Students opting for

the dual credit option must apply to Indiana University. Tuition is

$75.00. Student grades will be reflected on both the CPHS transcript

and Indiana University transcript.

Marketing is recommended for students intending to pursue a degree in

Business and/or Communications.  An articulation agreement is in place

with Ivy Tech that allows students to earn dual credit (Marketing-

MKTG101).  Students looking to get a head start on their college

degree are encouraged to take this course at CPHS.  The marketing

course at CPHS is an exciting and hand-on course which introduces

students to the importance of marketing in today’s global economy.

Students will learn principles of branding, advertising, promotion,

selling, distribution, financing, pricing, product development, information

management, target marketing, and students’ roles as consumers.

Instructional strategies include the use of computers, projects,

simulations, case studies, business experiences, and guest speakers. 

This course is a prerequisite for Sports and Entertainment Marketing.

Students opting for the dual credit option must apply to Ivy Tech and

the tuition is free. Student grades will be reflected on both the CPHS

transcript and Ivy Tech transcript.

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11,12

Prerequisites: None

DC PRINCIPLES OF MARKETING

3.0 GPA

ADVANCED WEB DESIGN

Professional Career Internship is a course offered to senior students

interested in specific careers that require additional degrees or

certification following high school.  The emphasis of this experience is

on applying skills developed through instruction and learning new

competencies at the internship site.  The internship is tailored to the

unique needs and interests of the student.  Internship sites are carefully

selected to provide quality compatible experiences with the intern’s

college and career goals.  This course is recommended for high school

seniors that meet graduation and grade point average requirements,

and desire an experiential course in their chosen career.  Students

looking to enhance college and career applications may benefit from

the opportunities provided by taking Professional Career Internship. 

Interns in this program may leave CPHS during the school day to go to

the internship site.  Students may also opt to attend school all day and

still participate in Professional Career Internship.    CPHS staff will work

with students, on an individual basis, to set-up their course schedule. 

Students will receive three high school credits for each semester they

participate in the Professional Career Internship.  Interested students

should register for Professional Career Internship when building their

12th

grade course schedules.  Students will then complete the

application packet required for admission into the program.  Once

students are accepted to the program, they will work with the

Professional Career Internship Coordinator(s) to secure internships. 

Prerequisites:

Web Design

The Business and Technology Department at CPHS recommends

Advanced Web Design for students interested in pursuing website

development/design and software development as a career.  Advanced

Web Design course provides students with the study of advanced topics

in web design.  Upon completion of this course, students should have a

deeper knowledge of all areas of web page design. Topics include the

web development process, advanced layout and design features,

advanced study of html 5, CSS3 and scripting language. Site

development with HTML editors, web servers and databases will also

be covered.

WEB DESIGN (Interactive Media)

11,12

Digital Citizenship

The Business and Technology Department at CPHS recommends Web

Design for students interested in pursuing website development/design,

marketing, gaming design/engineering, and software development as a

career. Web Design course covers the principles of web design using

web creation software, Dreamweaver with Fireworks, and Flash for

images and animation. Students will use other software applications

such as word processors, text editors, spreadsheets, presentation,

image scanning and graphics in this course.

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Prerequisites: Psychology Recommended

This course involves the study and application of psychological

concepts and principles as related to the teaching-learning process.

Topics covered include cognitive development; personal, social, and

moral development; learning theories; motivation. The learning goals

for this course include: understanding the foundational principles and

theories of educational psychology, understanding the inter-related

nature of students, teaching, and learning, recognizing the principles of

educational psychology in teaching situations, and reflecting on how the

principles of educational psychology may be applied in teaching. This

course is recommended for students with interest in pursuing a four

year degree in elementary or secondary education. Successful

completion of this course is a pre-requisite for admittance into the

Indiana University School of Education whether taken in high school for

dual credit or on campus at the university.

ENGLISH 9 Transitions

9

Prerequisites: Testing/Teacher Rec.

9

DC EDUCATION PROFESSIONS II: EDUC. PSYCHOLOGY

Prerequisites:

Peer Tutoring provides high school students the opportunity to assist

other students through a helping relationship with school -work,

personal growth, and development. The course provides opportunities

for the students taking the course to develop a basic understanding of

individual differences and to explore career options in related fields.

The course provides a balance of class work relating to the

development and use of listening, communication, and decision-making

skills.

This class is designed for students who exhibit language deficiencies of

more than two years below grade level. Curricular emphasis is placed

on organizational/study skills, oral/written communications skills, writing

mechanics, reading comprehension, and ISTEP + proficiency. This is a

basic level language arts class.

This course integrates the study of grammar, composition, word origin,

vocabulary, and literature. It emphasizes oral presentation as well as

reading, writing, discussing, and listening activities to develop thinking

skills. Students read novels, short stories, essays, nonfiction, poetry, a

Shakespearean play, and epic poetry. Students will learn the proper

writing process, master paragraph development; reinforce ISTEP+ skills

and language arts academic standards.

11,12

Prerequisites: None

This course prepares students for employment in education and related

careers. A project-based approach includes, but is not limited to:

planning and guiding developmentally appropriate activities for school-

age children. This course is recommended for students with interest in

pursuing a four year degree in elementary or secondary education.

Successful completion of this course is a pre-requisite for admittance

into the Indiana University School of Education whether taken in high

school for dual credit or on campus at the university.

ENGLISH 9

Prerequisites: Testing/Teacher Rec.

Education Department

Requiring an advanced reading level and solid knowledge of

grammatical conventions, this fast-paced course begins to prepare

students for Advanced Placement English. Students will develop and

apply analytical thinking, writing, and communication skills to engage in

active, high-level learning. Participation in the classroom discussion is

expected. Formal expository writing and higher-level thinking skills are

utilized to analyze all genres of literature. Word-processing and

presentation skills are reinforced through the use of computer software.

Summer reading is required. Students will be expected to work

independently and outside of class on a variety of assignments and

projects.

DC EDUCATION PROFESSIONS I: INTRO TO EDUCATION

PEER TUTORING

10,11,12

Prerequisites: None

Testing/Teacher Rec.

9

English Department

ENGLISH 9 Honors (PRE AP)

Course Descriptions

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AP ENGLISH LITERATURE/COMPOSITION

Prerequisites: Testing/Teacher Rec.

11

Prerequisites: Testing/Teacher Rec.

AMERICAN LITERATURE

11

Prerequisites:

This course integrates a progressive composition program, including

documented literary responses, with a study of select American poetry

and prose from Romanticism to Postmodernism. This course is

intended for students planning to go to a 4 year college or university

and is a rigorous study of American Literature, with an analysis of some

of the most impacting writings from America’s history. All Indiana

academic standards are addressed.

Through the integrated study of language, literature, vocabulary,

composition, oral communication, and use of technology, English 11

continues to develop all skills as outlined in English 9 and 10. The

specific body of literature is primarily American literature. Literature

study develops an understanding of the relationship between literature

and culture as well as an awareness of the individual’s identity within

that culture. Students will use reference tools for research, and use

technology to create projects, and develop skills necessary for the job

search. Technical and professional writing formats, which include

personal and business correspondence; academic writing formats,

which include literary analysis, informative and persuasive essays; and

research papers will reinforce correct grammar and mechanics. This is

a basic level language arts course.

Advanced Placement English is a rigorous, discussion oriented two-

semester course intended for the serious student. The course is

essentially based on non-fiction writings but does include some fiction

works as well as poetry. Literature from several literary periods will be

studied with heavy emphasis on class dialogue as well as reading and

writing in various rhetorical modes. An opportunity is offered for

concentrated focus on the student’s personal writing style and

presence. Designed to increase the student’s literary repertoire,

Advanced Placement Program of the College Board the student will be

encouraged to take the AP English Language and Composition test for

possible college credit. Summer reading is required.

ENGLISH 11 Transitions

11

Prerequisites: Testing/Teacher Rec.

This class is designed for students who exhibit language deficiencies of

more than two years below grade level. Curricular emphasis is placed

on organizational/study skills, oral/written communications skills, writing

mechanics, reading comprehension, and ECA proficiency review. This

is a basic level language arts course.

AP English Literature and Composition is a rigorous two-semester

course intended for the serious, accelerated student. Through careful

reading, critical analysis of imaginative literature, and extensive writing,

students will deepen their understanding of the ways writers use

language to provide both meaning and pleasure for their readers. After

intensively studying the increasingly global literary works recommended

by the Advanced Placement Program of the College Board, the student

will be encouraged to take the AP English Literature and Composition

test for possible college credit. Summer reading is required.

Testing/Teacher Rec.ENGLISH 10 Honors (PRE AP)

10

Prerequisites: Testing/Teacher Rec.

Prerequisites: Testing/Teacher Rec.

Designed for the accelerated English student, this course integrates the

study of and provides students the opportunity to sharpen skills in

language, vocabulary, literature, composition, research, independent

study, and oral communication with the focus on exploring universal

themes across a wide variety of genres. Students will develop, refine,

and apply advanced critical and analytical thinking, writing, and

communication skills in preparation for the active, high-level learning

required for Advanced Placement English. Discussions, papers, and

projects will incorporate classroom activities such as group work,

student presentations, and peer review/editing. Summer reading is

required.

The focus of this course includes ECA proficiency review, grammar,

literature, composition, speech, and vocabulary. Individual units

emphasize fiction, nonfiction, drama, poetry, grammar, and vocabulary.

Composition topics are related to the grammar and literature units along

with a research paper. Writing assignments can be computer

generated. Various types of speeches are presented.

10

Prerequisites: Testing/Teacher Rec.

ENGLISH 10 Transitions

10

ENGLISH 10

Course Descriptions

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DC ADVANCED COMPOSITION

12

Prerequisites: Testing/Teacher Rec.

Dual Credit Core Transfer Library--Purdue Calumet: Advanced

Composition – ENGL 231; World Literature – ENGL104; This college

preparatory class with extensive reading and writing will examine

literature from 3000 BC to the present in order to prepare students to

enter the world as competent, compassionate, and tolerant members of

society. Advanced composition conveys the writing process though

rigorous compositions of various genres. Students will collaborate with

the teacher and other classmates on the revision process and create a

final portfolio of writings. Students will complete coursework equivalent

to Purdue Calumet’s English 104 during the first semester. Students

must receive at least a C- in Advanced Comp in order to advance to

World Literature. Teacher recommendations will also be considered.

Students opting for the dual credit option must apply to Purdue

Calumet. Student grades will be reflected on both the CPHS transcript

and Purdue Calumet transcript. 

DC WORLD LITERATURE

This semester course emphasizes writing across multiple genres.

(Including but not limited to: narrative, expository,

persuasive/argumentative, literary response, research, and letter

writing.) This course is intended for students who are preparing for

college or workforce entrance but are not yet ready for the rigor of dual-

credit, college-level writing (Adv. Comp./World Lit.).

Prerequisites:

This semester course emphasizes critical reading of both fiction and

non-fiction texts with an emphasis on building discussion and writing

skills. Students will examine a variety of texts from different time periods

and genres. Students will examine these texts to identify the intended

audiences and purposes for writing. This course is intended for

students who are preparing for college or workforce entrance but are

not yet ready for the rigor of dual-credit, college-level literary criticism

(Adv. Comp./World Lit.).

ENGLISH 12 TRANSITIONS

12

This course increases students’ awareness and development of

language arts skills required of students to achieve success in post-

secondary experiences, whether in the world of higher education

(technical training or junior college) or in the world of work. Through the

integrated study of language, literature, and composition English 12T

continues to develop all skills as outlined in English 9 through 11. With

the emphasis on the needs and future plans of the students, English

12T sharpens critical reading and interpretative skills with a survey of

both historical and modern literature. Along with the study of literature,

students will focus on listening, writing, and speaking skills that promote

effective communication in the workplace. Computer literacy and logical

thinking are emphasized as well as multi-cultural and social awareness.

This is a basic level language arts course.

ENGLISH 12 ONLINE

Prerequisites:

This course increases students’ awareness and development of

language arts skills required of students to achieve success in post-

secondary experiences, whether in the world of higher education

(technical training or junior college) or in the world of work. Students

will write in different formats including the following: technical, business,

personal, creative and analytical writing. Students also study many

genres of literature including the following: a novel, short stories, and

poetry. This course is intended for a student who can learn

independently through computer integration. This is a basic level

language arts course.

12

Prerequisites:

12

Testing/Teacher Rec.

Prerequisites: Testing/Teacher Rec.

12

Testing/Teacher Rec.

Testing/Teacher Rec.

The goal of World Literature is to challenge students’ intellect, opinions,

and sense of perception of both each other and the world around them

through studying literature from around the world. This college

preparatory class with extensive reading and writing will examine

literature from 3000 BC to the present in order to prepare students to

enter the world as competent, compassionate, and tolerant members of

society. Emphasis is on critical reading, skillful writing, and group

discussions. Students will complete coursework equivalent to Purdue

Calumet’s English 231 during the second semester. Students must

receive at least a C- in Advanced Comp in order to advance to World

Literature. Teacher recommendations will also be considered. Students

opting for the dual credit option must apply to Purdue Calumet. Student

grades will be reflected on both the CPHS transcript and Purdue

Calumet transcript. 

SENIOR COMPOSITION

12

Prerequisites: Testing/Teacher Rec.

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Students must be proficient writers and have the ability to meet

deadlines to succeed. This class produces the school newspaper, the

Inklings , including generating story ideas, reporting, writing, editing,

photography, page design, financing and distribution. Newspaper

requires some after school hours. Students who have successfully

completed the beginning journalism course, have taken honors or AP

English, and have the recommendation of the newspaper adviser are

encouraged to join the newspaper staff.

STUDENT PUBLICATIONS - NEWSPAPER

Prerequisites:

Testing/Teacher Rec.

11,12

Testing/Teacher Rec.

11,12

Testing/Teacher Rec.

10,11,12

Testing/Teacher Rec.

JOURNALISM

TECHNICAL COMMUNICATIONS

Prerequisites:

Technical Communications utilizes various forms of media to

communicate effectively in society. Employing music, video, web, and

audio-visual components, students develop skills to edit and produce

elements of design in broadcast journalism production. Through writing

and speech, students demonstrate a command of vocabulary, English

language conventions, organizational skills, style, and an awareness of

the audience. Students are responsible for writing, editing, and

presenting weekly student announcements in an informative, mature,

and professional manner. Students are also responsible for a student-

led project, demonstrating the essential tools of broadcast

communication. This course may be repeated with instructor’s

permission.

DC FUNDAMENTALS OF SPEECH COMMUNICATION

Prerequisites:

This course is for the student with strong English skills, who enjoys

writing, reading and learning about current news events. This course

includes the process and application of news gathering; reporting,

writing, and editing news stories along with features, sports stories, and

opinion writing; the legal and ethical responsibilities involved in

publication; advertising; design; and computer technology. This class is

a prerequisite for those students who plan to join the newspaper staff,

the Inklings.

Prerequisites:

LANGUAGE ARTS LAB

Prerequisites:

The English Lab is designed for students who need more personal

attention to gain success on ECA testing. Students work with reading

comprehension skills, focused around smaller passages with model

questions linked to recall, analysis, vocabulary, writing, and grammar.

Students also develop their composition skills, with a focus on

prewriting, organization, and style. This elective course is required

based on testing and teacher recommendation.

(Elective Course for 11th grade students...12th grade students may

take it as an elective or as part of their senior year English courses)

Dual Credit Core Transfer Library - Purdue Calumet - Fundamentals of

Speech Communication - COM 114 - Students will practice the basic

principles and techniques of effective oral communication. This course

includes instruction in adapting speech to different audiences and

purposes. Students must make a variety of oral presentations. Student

will have the opportunity to earn dual credit with Purdue Calumet.

Students opting for the dual credit option must apply to Purdue

Calumet. Student grades will be reflected on both the CPHS transcript

and Purdue Calumet transcript. 

Prerequisites:

Yearbook membership requires a willingness to learn, a strong sense of

responsibility, organizational skills, the ability to meet deadlines,

creativity in writing, an understanding of layout and design, the ability to

learn desktop publishing, and the willingness to spend time after school

to complete deadlines if called upon to do so. The yearbook welcomes

students with experience in photography/graphics.

10,11,12

Testing/Teacher Rec.

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English Department (Continued) STUDENT PUBLICATIONS - YEARBOOK

ADVANCED JOURNALISM

Prerequisites:

This class is for the editors of the newspaper and yearbook staffs only.

All aspects of publications are coordinated in this class. Students are

involved in a leadership role for yearbook or newspaper, including

managing the financial and legal aspects of a publication. Students also

hold meetings during this time to make editorial decisions.

10,11,12

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PHOTOJOURNALISM

Prerequisites:

This semester course will introduce students to the world of

photography and journalism. The law, ethics and history of photography

will complement the major units of study: operation and care of the

camera, taking photographs, journalistic photography form and function,

photography, photo manipulation (Adobe Photoshop), caption writing

and management skills. Students will have the opportunity to use state

of the art computer-aided publishing tools and other hands-on

production tools as well. This course will serve as the pre-requisite to

yearbook production and may provide students college and career

choices. The semester students will be working towards a final photo

portfolio project which then may be used for application submissions

and various photo contests and/or scholarships.

9,10,11,12

English Department (Continued)

ADVANCED NUTRITION & FOODS

Prerequisites:

DC CULINARY ARTS CAREERS I, II, III

Family and Consumer Science Department

10,11,12

Child Development

Testing/Teacher Rec.

Testing/Teacher Rec.

10,11,12

Testing/Teacher Rec.

Prerequisites: Testing/Teacher Rec.

CHILD DEVELOPMENT AND PARENTING

10,11,12

Prerequisites: Testing/Teacher Rec.

ADVANCED CHILD DEVELOPMENT

11,12

11,12

NUTRITION & WELLNESS

Prerequisites:

Course Descriptions

Dual Credit -Ivy Tech -HOSP 101, HOSP 102, HOSP 104, HOSP 105 -

Culinary Art Careers, the third class in the food sequence, is a two-

period class. This class was designed for students who want to find out

more about the Food Service Industry. The National Restaurant

Association created this course in order to prepare workers for

management positions. Students can take this course for school credit,

as well as certification. Seniors, who have met the required criteria, may

leave school half day to work with a mentor on the job. Students opting

for the dual credit option must apply to Ivy Tech and the tuition is free.

Student grades will be reflected on both the CPHS transcript and Ivy

Tech transcript.

Child Development and Parenting addresses the knowledge, skills,

attitudes, and behaviors associated with supporting and promoting

optimal growth and development of infants and children. Students will

study the development of a child from before birth through age three.

The social, emotional, and physical growth of children plus parenting

skills will be covered. A laboratory pre-school is a part of the learning

experience about children.

Advanced Child Development addresses more complex issues of child

development and early childhood education with emphasis on guiding

development throughout childhood, including school age children.

Topics include positive parenting; practices that promote long term well-

being; guidance and intervention strategies with individual and groups

of children. Students will access, evaluate, and utilized information,

including brain/learning research and other research results to meet

needs of children, including children a variety of disadvantaging

conditions. Students will explore child related careers. Authentic

applications are required through school-based experiences with

children. This course is recommended for any student for enrichment

and as a foundation for students with interest in any child-related career

or profession.

Advanced Nutrition and Foods is a sequential course that builds on the

concepts of Nutrition and Wellness. Creative food preparation such as

cake decorating and garnishing, as well as foreign food preparations,

food sanitation, special nutrition topics and world food problems are

studied with practical lab application.

Prerequisites:

Our first in the series of Foods classes, Nutrition and Wellness, enables

students to realize the components and lifelong benefits of sound

nutrition and wellness practices and empowers them to apply these

principles in their everyday lives. A project-based approach allows for

students to explore the topics of basics of food preparation, knowledge

of nutrition, meal planning, purchasing, of food and meal service. This

course is recommended for all students regardless of their career

cluster or pathway. One of the F&CS courses from which students may

choose three to fulfill the required Health and Wellness course.

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Prerequisites: None

HOUSING/INTERIOR DESIGN I

10,11,12

HOSPITALITY ADMINISTRATION CAREERS

10,11,12

Prerequisites: None

Prerequisites: Fashion and Textile Careers I

Prerequisites: None

HOUSING/INTERIOR DESIGN II

10,11,12

Prerequisites:

Prerequisites: Transportation & Application/Interview

Dual credit-Ivy Tech -ECED 101, ECED 103. Early childhood Education

is a two hour full year course. The course takes place in the classroom

and working with children in the community. Early Childhood education

prepares students for employment in early childhood education and

related services and provides the foundations for study in higher

education and other child related careers. Students will be required to

attend on the job experience in the community. Students opting for the

dual credit option must apply to Ivy Tech and the tuition is free. Student

grades will be reflected on both the CPHS transcript and Ivy Tech

transcript.

DC EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION I /II (2 HRS)

11,12

Course Descriptions

Interpersonal Relationships is for anyone who wants to learn how to

have better relationships with parents, siblings, friends, or co-workers.

Interpersonal Relationships addresses the knowledge, skills, attitudes

and behaviors all students need to participate in positive, caring, and

respectful relationship. A project-based approach that utilizes higher

order thinking, communication, leadership, and management processes

is used. Topics include communication, leadership and teamwork; goal

setting and decision making; preventing and managing stress and

conflict.

Fashion and Textile Careers is a sequential course that builds on the

concepts of the Introduction to Fashion and Textile Course. Topics

covered include the study of fabrics and elements of design, the correct

use and care of sewing equipment, and the selection and correct fit of a

commercial pattern. Two projects and two garments will be completed

during second semester.

Fashion and Textiles Foundations addresses knowledge skills related to

design, production, acquisition and distribution in fashion and textile

arenas. Topics covered include the study of fabrics and elements of

design, the correct use and care of sewing equipment, and the

selection and correct fit of a commercial pattern. Each student is

required to construct a garment and an additional project during first

semester.

Students will explore the hospitality industry using an innovative, web-

based, interactive simulation.  Learning modules include various topics

within the field of business administration and hospitality services: 

tourism, restaurant management, food and beverage operations,

lodging operations, kitchen management, human resources,

supervision, accounting, and finance.  Students will complete the

course with a broad understanding of the different sectors within the

hospitality industry and will be able to decide if they would like to pursue

the next course in the college and career pathway (Hospitality

Administration) for dual credit.  Students pursuing this pathway may opt

to align their post-secondary courses with a 4-year degree in Business

Management or 2-year degrees in Business Management or Hospitality

Administration.

Housing/Interior Design is a sequential course that builds on the

concepts of Introduction to Housing/Interior Design. The second

semester will continue with selecting and planning living environments

to meet the needs and wants of individual and families through the

family life cycle. Learning about housing types and styles, the drawing

of floor plans; choosing shelter to fit the family’s needs, and home

decorating and color principles are some of the activities covered in this

course. Multiple projects in which the student applies housing and

interior design concepts will be completed by each student.

Housing and Interior Design addresses selecting and planning living

environments to meet the needs and wants of individual and families

through the family life cycle. Learning about housing types and styles,

the drawing of floor plans; choosing shelter to fit the family’s needs, and

home decorating and color principles are some of the activities covered

in this course. Multiple projects in which the student applies housing

and interior design concepts will be completed by each student.

Students will learn through group activities, projects, guest speakers,

lectures, literature, movies, and applications through authentic settings

such as volunteer experiences. One of the F&CS courses from which

students may choose three to fulfill the required Health and Wellness

credit.

INTERPERSONAL RELATIONSHIPS (Continued)

Housing/Interior Design I

INTERPERSONAL RELATIONSHIPS

Family and Consumer Science Department (Continued)

INTRODUCTION TO FASHION AND TEXTILES

10,11,12

Prerequisites: None

FASHION AND TEXTILE II

10,11,12

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DC PRECISION MACHINING TECHNOLOGY I (1 HR)

9,10,11,12

Prerequisites: None

Dual Credit – Ivy Tech – MTTC101. PMT I is recommended for

students who want to explore the world of machining, manufacturing,

and engineering. This course is offered by the Industrial Technology

Department at CPHS for students looking to pursue a career in the

machining or mechanical engineering field. An articulation agreement is

in place with Ivy Tech that allows students (11, 12 only) to earn dual

credit (MTTC101). Students looking to get a head start on their

college/career are highly encouraged to take this course at CPHS. In

this course we will explore the many basic principals in machine

manufacturing. Students will get to experience operating various pieces

of machinery, using basic hand tools, use of precision measurement

tools, and machinery maintenance. We will embrace a strong focus on

shop mathematics, blueprint reading, and related machine information

and concepts. Students will engage in machine processes on assigned

projects that will grow their skills and foster new problem solving

capabilities and analytical thinking. Instructional strategies include

classroom theory, use of computers, and hands on experiences.

Students opting for the dual credit option must apply to Ivy Tech and

the tuition is free. Student grades will be reflected on both the CPHS

transcript and Ivy Tech transcript.

10,11,12

Prerequisites: Precision Machine Technology I

(Dual Credit – Ivy Tec- 11, 12 only – MTTC101- MTTC110). PMT II

(1HR) is recommended for students who have successfully completed

PMTI and are intending to pursue a 2-year machining degree, 4 year

mechanical engineering degree, or enter the work force under the

educational principals and guidance of an apprenticeship program. This

course is offered by the Industrial Technology Department at CPHS for

students looking to pursue a career in the machining or mechanical

engineering field. An articulation agreement is in place with Ivy Tech

that allows students (11, 12 only) to earn dual credit (MTTC101-

MTTC110). Students looking to get a head start on their college/career

are highly encouraged to take this course at CPHS. In this course we

will review the many basic principals in machine manufacturing that

were learned in PMT I and begin exploring new more complex

scenarios and processes. Students will get to experience operating

various pieces of machinery, using basic hand tools, use of precision

measurement tools, and machinery maintenance. We will embrace a

strong focus on shop mathematics (including right angle trigonometry),

blueprint reading, and related machine information and concepts.

Students will engage in machine processes on assigned projects that

will hone their previous skills, introduce them to new more challenging

processes, and foster more in depth problem solving capabilities and

analytical thinking. Instructional strategies include classroom theory,

use of computers, and hands on experiences. Students opting for the

dual credit option must apply to Ivy Tech and the tuition is free. Student

grades will be reflected on both the CPHS transcript and Ivy Tech

transcript.

DC PRECISION MACHINING TECHNOLOGY II (2 HR)

10,11,12

Prerequisites: Precision Machine Technology I

Dual Credit – Ivy Tech- MTTC101- MTTC110. PMT II is recommended

for students who have successfully completed PMTI and are intending

to pursue a 2-year machining degree, 4 year mechanical engineering

degree, or enter the work force under the educational principals and

guidance of an apprenticeship program. This course is offered by the

Industrial Technology Department at CPHS for students looking to

pursue a career in the machining or mechanical engineering field. An

articulation agreement is in place with Ivy Tech that allows students (11,

12 only) to earn dual credit (MTTC101- MTTC110). Students looking to

get a head start on their college/career are highly encouraged to take

this course at CPHS. In this course we will review the many basic

principals in machine manufacturing that were learned in PMT I and

begin exploring new more complex scenarios and processes. Students

will get to experience operating various pieces of machinery, using

basic hand tools, use of precision measurement tools, and machinery

maintenance.

Family and Consumer Science Department (Continued) DC INTERMEDIATE PRECISION MACH. TECH. (1 HR)

PREPARING FOR COLLEGE AND CAREERS (OLC)

9,10,11,12

Prerequisites: None

This class addresses essential knowledge, skills, and behaviors all

students need to be prepared for success in college, career, and life.

Focus is the impact on the today’s choices on tomorrow’s possibilities.

Topics include: Life and Career skills, Communication, Leadership, and

exploration of personal aptitudes, interests and goals, planning and

building employability skills. A project based approach is taken in this

class with investigations in to the various clusters of careers.

Industrial Technology Department

Course Descriptions

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INTRODUCTION TO CONSTRUCTION I (1 Hour)

9,10,11,12

Prerequisites: None

The first course in the construction pathway. In this pathway, students

will learn about jobs in construction. They will be exposed to the basic

concepts of construction and will work with some of the tools and

machines associated with the trades. In this course, students will learn

of the materials and processes used in the construction of projects and

structures. The focus of the 1st semester is the safe operation of the

tools and machinery. Students will receive instruction on the jointer,

radial arm saw, table saw, band saw, miter saw, router, sanding and

drilling machines. Students will incorporate these machines in the

construction of individual and group projects. Project work will continue

into the second semester but the focus of the class will shift to project

planning. Students will learn about estimating the cost of constructing a

project as well as how to develop a plan of procedure to facilitate

construction of the project. Students will be responsible for the costs of

materials used in project construction.

Industrial Technology Department (Continued)

DC ADVANCED PRECISION MACH. TECH. (2 HR)

We will embrace a strong focus on shop mathematics (including right

angle trigonometry), blueprint reading, and related machine information

and concepts. Students will engage in machine processes on assigned

projects that will hone their previous skills, introduce them to new more

challenging processes, and foster more in depth problem solving

capabilities and analytical thinking. Instructional strategies include

classroom theory, use of computers, and hands on experiences.

Students opting for the dual credit option must apply to Ivy Tech and

the tuition is free. Student grades will be reflected on both the CPHS

transcript and Ivy Tech transcript.

PRECISION MACH. TECH. II (2 HR) Continued

DC INTRODUCTION TO CONSTRUCTION II (1 Hour)

10,11,12

Prerequisites: Introduction to Construction I

Dual Credit – Ivy Tech – CONT 101. For those students interested in

learning about the materials and processes used in the construction

industry and possibly entering a career in the construction trades,

construction management, or architecture, the construction processes

course will provide a good foundation from which to start. Students will

study about and work with concrete as used in slabs, footings and

foundations. Floor, wall, and roof framing using wood, steel, and

engineered materials will be practiced. Time will also be spent in

learning the basics in the areas of roofing, drywall, electrical and

mechanical systems, and plumbing. This course provides students with

an understanding of how their home is constructed and skills with which

to maintain it. Students completing this course will also be eligible for

entry into the building trades program offered at Hanover High School.

Students opting for the dual credit option must apply to Ivy Tech and

the tuition is free. Student grades will be reflected on both the CPHS

transcript and Ivy Tech transcript.

11,12

Prerequisites: Precision Machine Technology II

Dual Credit – Ivy Tech– MTTC101- MTTC110. Advanced PMT is

recommended for students who have successfully completed PMTII

and are intending to pursue a 2-year machining degree, 4 year

mechanical engineering degree, or enter the work force under the

educational principals and guidance of an apprenticeship program. This

course is offered by the Industrial Technology Department at CPHS for

students looking to pursue a career in the machining or mechanical

engineering field. An articulation agreement is in place with Ivy Tech

that allows students (11, 12 only) to earn dual credit (MTTC101-

MTTC110). Students looking to get a head start on their college/career

are highly encouraged to take this course at CPHS. In this course we

will review the many basic principals in machine manufacturing that

were learned in PMT II and begin exploring new more complex

scenarios and processes. Students will gain more experience operating

various pieces of machinery, using basic hand tools, use of precision

measurement tools, and machinery maintenance. We will embrace a

strong focus on shop mathematics (including right angle trigonometry),

blueprint reading, and related machine information and concepts.

Students will engage in machine processes on assigned projects and

have opportunity to create their own projects that will hone their

previous skills, introduce them to new more challenging processes, and

foster more in depth problem solving capabilities and analytical thinking.

Instructional strategies include classroom theory, use of computers, and

job shadowing experiences. There will also be job placement

opportunities after graduation. Students opting for the dual credit option

must apply to Ivy Tech and the tuition is free. Student grades will be

reflected on both the CPHS transcript and Ivy Tech transcript.

Course Descriptions

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DC GRAPHIC IMAGING TECHNOLOGY II

Course Descriptions

CABINET AND FURNITURE MAKING

10,11,12

Prerequisites: Introduction to Construction I

This course is designed to allow students to develop the craft of

woodworking. Advanced tool and machine techniques will be

introduced. An analysis of joint construction and application is

incorporated into the curriculum as well as an introduction to mass

production techniques. Students will study door and drawer

construction, laminations, and panel processing along with finishing

materials and techniques. Ample lab time will be provided for students

to plan and complete individual projects. In addition to expanding their

knowledge in the operation of machines used in the previous classes,

students will learn the safe operation of the wood lathe, shaper,

mortising machine, and various power tools used in joint construction.

Students will be responsible for the cost of materials used in individual

project construction.

DC GRAPHIC IMAGING TECHNOLOGY I

10,11,12

Prerequisites: None

Industrial Technology Department (Continued)

Dual Credit – Ivy Tech – VISC 102. Graphic Imaging Technology I will

include organized learning experiences that focus on theory and

laboratory activities in graphic design, pre-press, offset press and

finishing operations. Emphasis will be placed on elements of design and

layout leading to computerized electronic image generation, single-color

plate preparation; single-color offset press operations, and finishing

techniques. Single color textile screen printing, introductory video

editing and simple laser engraving are additional areas of study in this

course. This course will include actual production processes in

conjunction with classroom assignments embracing the technologies of

printing, publishing, packaging, electronic imaging, and their allied

industries. A student’s success in this course will strongly hinge on

good attendance and the ability to work independently without

distraction. Students opting for the dual credit option must apply to Ivy

Tech and the tuition is free. Student grades will be reflected on both

the CPHS transcript and Ivy Tech transcript.

11,12

Prerequisites:

Dual Credit – Ivy Tech – VISC 115. Graphic Imaging Technology II will

further enhance the students learning experiences in pre-press, offset

press and finishing operations. Emphasis will be placed on advanced

elements of design and layout leading to computerized electronic image

generation, multi-color plate preparation, and multi-color offset press

operations, and advanced finishing techniques. Multi-color textile

screen printing advanced video editing and complex laser engravings

are additional areas of study in this course. Students will be responsible

to produce, from concept through completion, multiple products for the

school corporation. A student’s success in this course will strongly

hinge on good attendance and the ability to work independently without

distraction. Students opting for the dual credit option must apply to Ivy

Tech and the tuition is free. Student grades will be reflected on both

the CPHS transcript and Ivy Tech transcript. Core 40/AHD/THD

TECHNICAL DRAWING I (CAD)

9,10,11,12

Prerequisites:

Technical Drawing is for students who are looking for a career or

continued education in the vocational CAD field or are seeking a career

in the engineering disciplines. The student will be introduced to

mechanical design and drafting through the use of Auto-CAD, a

worldwide computer-drafting program using the latest release. Students

will learn drafting disciplines such as (3) view drawings, sections

drawings, isometric drawings and complete various projects using their

creativity. Towards the end of the second semester, the student will be

introduced to Architectural disciplines using AutoCAD.

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Industrial Technology Department (Continued) INTRO. TO ENGINEERING ROBOTICS (Continued)

The curriculum is created to ensure that students with varying learning

styles and levels can accomplish the lesson goals. No prior robotics

experience is required; beginners are able to advance sequentially

through the units to gradually increase their knowledge and skill level.

Students will have the opportunity to compete in In-House Tournaments

and possible local area tournaments as they arise.

DC ENGINEERING DESIGN ROBOTICS (Robotics II)

10,11,12

Prerequisites: Robotics I

Dual Credit – Ivy Tech – ENGR 190 Introduction to Engineering Design.

The Autodesk VEX Robotics Curriculum combines industry-leading

Autodesk® Inventor® design tools with the premier educational robotics

platform for high school, the VEX Robotics Design System. This

modular and project-based curriculum teaches the design process in an

engaging, hands-on manner to help teachers challenge, motivate, and

inspire their students. By applying STEM principles to actual

engineering projects, the curriculum helps students quickly understand

the relevance of what they are learning, and master the fundamentals

of the engineering design process using Autodesk Inventor software

and the VEX Robotics Design System. The curriculum is created to

ensure that students with varying learning styles and levels can

accomplish the lesson goals. No prior robotics experience is required;

beginners are able to advance sequentially through the units to

gradually increase their knowledge and skill level. Students opting for

the dual credit option must apply to Ivy Tech and the tuition is free.

Student grades will be reflected on both the CPHS transcript and Ivy

Tech transcript.

DC PRINC. OF ENGINEERING (Adv. Design & Draft.)

11,12

Prerequisites: Tech. Draw II or Arch. Drafting

Prerequisites: Technical Drawing I

This is an advanced class for those interested in pursuing careers in

Architectural Design and Engineering, Landscape Design, Interior

Design, Parks and Recreation, Industrial Design, and general interest in

CAD Design and Drafting. The focus will be in Architectural Design

using the most advanced releases of Autodesk’s Architectural Desktop

3D Modeling Program and 3dsMax for 3D color presentations. Projects

start with a simple floor plan and will assist in generating a Site Plan,

Foundation Plan, Elevations, Section View, and Details. Other projects

will include Electrical, Door and Window Schedules, Interior Design

Details, and Landscape Design. Second semester will be additional

projects using plans of the student’s choice with instructor approval.

INTRODUCTION TO ENGINEERING ROBOTICS

9,10,11,12

Prerequisites: None

DC TECHNICAL DRAWING II (Inventor)

10,11,12

Prerequisites: Technical Drawing I

Dual Credit-Ivy Tech-INDT 102. This is an advanced class for those

interested in engineering and mechanical design as well as students

who are interested in Advanced Manufacturing. Students will learn the

3D computer program Inventor. Students will also learn engineering

disciplines such as welds, fasteners, and tolerances and finish marks.

Students will also complete such hands on projects such as building

and designing a crane and building a motorized car. Students opting for

the dual credit option must apply to Ivy Tech and the tuition is free.

Student grades will be reflected on both the CPHS transcript and Ivy

Tech transcript.

ARCHITECTURAL DRAFTING (CAD)

10,11,12

This Robotics Curriculum combines design tools with the premier

educational robotics platform for high school, the VEX Robotics Design

System. This modular and project-based curriculum teaches the design

process in an engaging, hands-on manner to help teachers challenge,

motivate, and inspire their students. By applying STEM principles to

actual engineering projects, the curriculum helps students quickly

understand the relevance of what they are learning, and master the

fundamentals of the engineering design process using the VEX

Robotics Design System.

Dual Credit – Ivy Tech – DESN 220 Advanced CAD. This is an

advanced class for students interested in engineering design. It is

project based and two hours long focusing on advanced CAD features,

including fundamentals of three-dimensional modeling for design.

Including overview of modeling, graphical manipulation, part structuring,

coordinate system, and developing strategy of modeling. Design briefs

are used for each project rubric. Autodesk Inventor and 3dsMax

software are used for drafting, 3d modeling, rendering, and animations.

Students opting for the dual credit option must apply to Ivy Tech and

the tuition is free. Student grades will be reflected on both the CPHS

transcript and Ivy Tech transcript. 

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Course Descriptions

Industrial Technology Department (Continued)

DC AUTO SERVICES TECHNOLOGY I

10,11,12

Prerequisites: None

9

Prerequisites: Testing/Teacher Rec.

This course covers the same content as Algebra, but uses the

mathematics lab to allow for deeper, slower exploration. At the end of

this course, the students will be prepared to take the Algebra I End-of-

Course Assessment administered by the state of Indiana. Ivy Tech Dual Credit: AUTC 101. Students will be introduced to the

fundamentals of automobile technology. Students will begin by learning

automotive safety, lab procedures, tool identification and use. Students

will then learn the design, construction and application of a four-stroke

internal combustion engine with hands-on experience. They will

proceed to the different systems of the automobile. Students will have

the opportunity to work with cooling systems, exhaust systems, brakes,

suspension systems, and more throughout the year. Students will

understand how an automobile works and what is required for proper

service and maintenance. Students opting for the dual credit option

must apply to Ivy Tech and tuition is free. Student’s grades will be

reflected on both the CPHS transcript and Ivy Tech transcript.

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GEOMETRY HONORS

9,10

Prerequisites: Testing/Teacher Rec.

This course features the same concepts as Geometry but with even

greater depth and enrichment. The enrollment consists of those

students who have successfully completed Algebra I prior to their ninth

grade enrollment.

GEOMETRY

DC AUTO SERVICES TECHNOLOGY II

11,12

Prerequisites: Auto Services Tech. I (Instructor Approval)

Ivy Tech Dual Credit: AUTC 101, 109 & AUTC121. Auto Service Tech II

is an advanced class for those in automotive technology. Students will

be studying engine repair, engine performance, Brake systems, and

suspension/steering. The program will help students prepare for areas

of NATEF certification as specified by the National Institute for

Automotive Service Excellence (ASE). The inner workings of a service

repair shop will also be explored. This course will have more hands-on

application and school-to-work experience than the one hour course.

National certifications will also be taken during this class. Students

opting for the dual credit option must apply to Ivy Tech and tuition is

free. Student’s grades will be reflected on both the CPHS transcript and

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Geometry provides students with experiences that deepen the

understanding of shapes and their properties. Deductive and inductive

reasoning as well as investigative strategies in drawing conclusions are

stressed. Properties and relationships of geometric figures include the

study of angles, lines, planes, congruent and similar triangles,

trigonometric ratios, polygons, circles and spatial drawings. An

understanding of proof and logic is developed.

This course is a study of geometric concepts and applications.

Emphasis is on an investigative study of basic properties of lines,

angles, triangles, polygons, and circles as well as spatial relationships,

inductive reasoning, and logical thinking. Drawing and interpreting

planar and spatial phenomena, transformations, and geometric problem-

solving are also included.

Math Department

ALGEBRA I

9

Prerequisites: None

This course features the same concepts as Algebra II but with greater

depth and enrichment.

Algebra I provides a formal development of the algebraic skill and

concepts necessary for students who will take other advanced college-

preparatory courses. In particular, the instructional program in this

course provides for the use of algebraic skills in a wide range of

problem solving situations. Topics include: properties of real numbers,

solution sets, basic operations with polynomials, solving quadratic

equations and systems, use of exponents, and introductory topics from

statistics and probability. At the end of this course, the students will be

prepared to take the Algebra I End-of-Course Assessment administered

by the state of Indiana.

9,10

Prerequisites: Algebra

GEOMETRY TRANSITIONS

9,10

Prerequisites: Testing/Teacher Rec.

ALGEBRA II HONORS

10, 11

Prerequisites: Testing/Teacher Rec.

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10, 11,12

Prerequisites: Geometry

Algebra II is a course which expands on the topics of Algebra I and

provides further development of the concept of a function. The

expanded topics of the course include: theorems and algorithms of

algebra, polynomials and polynomial functions, rational exponents,

complex numbers, sequences and series, properties and graphs of

conic sections, permutations and combinations, matrices, exponential

and logarithmic functions.

Course Descriptions

PRE-CALCULUS/TRIGONOMETRY

11,12

DC AP CALCULUS

11,12

Prerequisites: Honors Pre-Calc

Dual Credit Core Transfer Library – Indiana University Northwest –

MATH 215 – Calculus I. Calculus is a course which provides students

with the content that has been established by the College Board.

Generally, topics include: limits, continuity, derivatives, definite

integrals, techniques of integration involving rational, trigonometric,

logarithmic, and exponential functions. This course also includes

applications of the derivative, the integral, and theory of calculus. The

use of graphing technology is required. The enrollment consists of

those students who have earned a minimum C– average in each of the

semesters of Honors Pre-Calculus. Students opting for the dual credit

option must apply to IUN. Student grades will be reflected on both the

CPHS transcript and IUN transcript. Core 40/AHD

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BEGINNING GIRLS’ CHOIR

Prerequisites: Teacher Rec.

This class is open to girls with a desire to sing on a daily basis. Many

styles of music will be performed. Students will also learn correct

singing technique and the fundamentals of music. Participation in

several performances per semester is required.

10, 11,12

Prerequisites: Testing/Teacher Rec.

Algebra II T covers the same content as Algebra II, but focuses also on

remediating skill gaps from first year algebra. This course is designed

for students that passed algebra, but failed the ECA.

PRE-CALCULUS/TRIGONOMETRY HONORS

This course features the same concepts as Pre-Calculus but with

greater depth and enrichment.

Prerequisites: Testing/Teacher Rec.

DC PRE-CALCULUS/TRIGONOMETRY

11,12

Prerequisites: Algebra II

Dual Credit - Indiana University Northwest Math 125/126 (5 Credits)-

Pre-Calculus. Pre-calculus blends together all of the concepts and skills

that must be mastered prior to enrollment in a college-level calculus

course. A functional approach provides for the integration of all

trigonometric concepts plus the relationship of equations and graphs of

linear, quadratic, and parametric equations, translation of axes, and

locus and vectors. The course includes the theory of equations,

exponential and logarithmic functions, matrices and determinants.

Students opting for the dual credit option must apply to Indiana

University Northwest. Student grades will be reflected on both the

CPHS transcript and the IUN transcript.

9

11,12

Prerequisites: Testing/Teacher Rec.

This course blends together all of the concepts and skills that must be

mastered prior to enrollment in a college-level calculus course. A

functional approach provides for the integration of many trigonometric

concepts plus the relationship of equations and graphs of linear,

quadratic, and parametric equations, translation of axes, and vectors.

The course includes the theory of equations, exponential and

logarithmic functions, matrices and determinants.

AP STATISTICS

11,12

Prerequisites: Testing/Teacher Rec.

This course introduces students to the concepts of exploratory analysis,

planning and conducting studies, probability and statistical inference.

This course would benefit any student whose college major requires a

statistics course.

Math Department (Continued)

ALGEBRA II

ALGEBRA II TRANSITIONS

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Prerequisites: Audition

Students in this class continue to study advanced technical and musical

skills. Additional emphasis is placed on musical understanding of

different styles of classical and contemporary music. In addition to

preparing and performing advanced string ensemble literature,

Advanced Orchestra students participate in full symphony orchestra

rehearsals and performances. Students are expected to participate in

weekly evening rehearsals and several performances outside of school.

This course is open to violin, viola, cello, and bass students by audition

only.

MUSIC THEORY

10,11,12

Prerequisites: None

This course is open to any student wanting to expand their knowledge

of music construction and composition. The information covered will

include knowledge of the names or the noted, identification of notes to a

piano keyboard, all major minor key signatures and scales, time

signatures, note values, intervals, understanding of rhythmic figures,

aural association to pitch, the ability to identify construction of music,

chords and inversions, rhythmic organization, procedures for four-part

writing, chord structure analysis, transposition, and aural association to

musical structure.

Mixed Choir is open to male students in the 9-12 grades and female

students in grades 10-12. Intermediate chorus provides students with

opportunities to develop musicianship and performance skills through

ensemble singing. Many styles of music will be performed. Students

must participate in performance opportunities, outside of the school

day, that support and extend learning in the classroom.

ADVANCED CHORUS (Treble)

11,12

Prerequisites: Teacher Rec.

Students taking Advanced Chorus develop musicianship and specific

performance skills through ensemble and solo singing. A number of

public performances serve as a culmination of daily rehearsal and

music goals. Additional emphasis is placed on sight-reading, critical

listening skills and vocal technique.

ADVANCED CHORUS (Mixed)

10,11,12

Prerequisites: Inter. Chorus Audition

9,10

Prerequisites: Teacher Rec.

AP MUSIC THEORY

10,11,12

Prerequisites: None

This course is open to any student wanting to expand their knowledge

of music construction and composition. The information covered will

include knowledge of the names or the noted, identification of notes to a

piano keyboard, all major minor key signatures and scales, time

signatures, note values, intervals, understanding of rhythmic figures,

aural association to pitch, the ability to identify construction of music,

chords and inversions, rhythmic organization, procedures for four-part

writing, chord structure analysis, transposition, and aural association to

musical structure.

Students taking Advanced Chorus develop musicianship and

specific performance skills through ensemble and solo singing.

A number of public performances serve as a culmination of

daily rehearsal and music goals. Additional emphasis is placed

on sight-reading, critical listening skills and vocal technique.

Students must audition for this ensemble.

INTERMEDIATE CHOIR

9,10,11,12

Prerequisites: Teacher Rec.

Mixed Choir is open to male students in the 9-12 grades and female

students in grades 10-12. Intermediate chorus provides students with

opportunities to develop musicianship and performance skills through

ensemble singing. Many styles of music will be performed. Students

must participate in performance opportunities, outside of the school

day, that support and extend learning in the classroom.

ADVANCED CHORUS (Treble)

Middle School Orchestra

Students in this class continue to build on the technical and musical

skills developed in elementary and middle school string classes. In

addition to an emphasis on new techniques and musical knowledge,

string ensemble literature of various styles are prepared and performed.

Students are expected to participate in several performances and

rehearsals outside the school day. This class is open to violin, viola,

cello, and string bass students.

9,10

Prerequisites:

ADVANCED ORCHESTRA

10,11,12

Course Descriptions

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11,12

Prerequisites: None

Behavioral and musical expectations are generally the same as for the

Intermediate and Advanced Bands. The focus of this ensemble is

technical and musical skills development necessary to successfully

audition for and perform with the Advanced and Intermediate Bands.

For this reason, private lessons are strongly encouraged. This

ensemble is designed primarily for freshmen students. Members are

encouraged to participate in All-Region Band auditions and ISSMA Solo

and Ensemble contest. Rehearsals are during school with occasional

after school commitments. Membership qualifies the student to be

eligible for other ensembles: marching band, jazz band, pep band,

orchestra winds and pit.

Students will learn about popular music, starting with blues to present

day. It will address not only the different musical styles that are

encompassed by the word “rock and roll,” but also the social concerns

and history that helped formed the music medium.

Technical Theatre will be a self-directed study program. Technical

Theatre instruction combines the theories of design and stage craft with

the construction and operation of the various elements of technical

theatre. This course would give the students the opportunity to work

hands-on in the Theatre Department on current theatrical productions,

music concerts, or convocations. Students would also be working on

and helping with the everyday operations of the auditorium. Projects

assigned would include set design and construction light design and

installation, sound design and installation, and stage management

operations.

The Advanced Band is the premier co-curricular ensemble in the band

program and is designed for the advanced musician. Members of the

Advanced Band are expected to exhibit the finest in musicianship and

consistently demonstrate the self-discipline and responsibility necessary

for the organization to achieve success. It is expected that students will

strive to participate in the District Band, All-State Band, ISSMA Solo and

Ensemble contest, and should be enrolled in private lessons. 

Rehearsals are during the school day with occasional after school

commitments. Membership is by audition. Membership qualifies the

student to be eligible for other ensembles: marching band, jazz band,

pep band, orchestra winds and pit. 

MUSIC HISTORY AND APPRECIATION (Modern)

9,10,11,12

Prerequisites: Theatre Arts

Instruction in this course builds upon the skills developed in the Theatre

Arts course. Students will begin to explore the acting technique

(audition, rehearsal, and performance) of Michael Shurtleff. They will

apply their knowledge as they perform in several scenes. Students will

also have the opportunity to study three classic plays. Emphasis will

also be placed on studying other acting techniques by many famous

teachers including Constantin Stanislavski, Lee Strasberg, and Stella

Adler. Students will also gain experience in performance through

theatre games and improvisational games. If the opportunity arises,

students may have the opportunity to see quality local theatre.

Participation in all acting projects is required.

TECHNICAL THEATRE

11,12

Prerequisites: Teacher Rec.

INTERMEDIATE CONCERT BAND (Symphonic)

9,10,11,12

Prerequisites: Teacher Rec.

The Intermediate Band is our second performing and competing co-

curricular ensemble. Behavioral and musical expectations are generally

the same as for the Advanced Band.  Participation in the All-District / All-

Region Band audition, ISSMA Solo and Ensemble Contest and private

lessons are strongly encouraged. Rehearsals are during the school day

with occasional after school commitments. Membership is by audition.

Membership qualifies the student to be eligible for other ensembles:

marching band, jazz band, pep band, orchestra winds and pit.

ADVANCED CONCERT BAND (Wind Ensemble)

9,10,11,12

Prerequisites: Teacher Rec.

Performing Arts Department (Continued)

THEATRE ARTS

9,10,11,12

Prerequisites: None

Students taking Theatre Arts will gain knowledge and develop skills

important to any beginning actor. Acting activities will include scripts

reading and analysis, rehearsal, scene workshops, peer critique, and

final performance. Students will hone their acting skills through multiple

scene projects, theatre games, and improvisational games. Emphasis

will also be placed on students learning about the history of theatre and

play production.

ADVANCED THEATRE ARTS

BEGINNING CONCERT BAND

9,10,11,12

Prerequisites: Teacher Rec.

Course Descriptions

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Prerequisites: Core PE

The curriculum for this course is designed to enhance the fundamental

athletic skills of CPHS athletes. Secondary Physical Education

continues the emphasis on health-related fitness, and developing the

skills necessary for lifetime of activity. The program includes skill

development and strategies of complex difficulty in different movement

forms. This includes health-related fitness activities, cardio respiratory

endurance, muscular strength and endurance, flexibility, and body

composition as well as development, agility, speed and power. This

course is open to male and female students who are involved in a

Crown Point High School athletic team.

HEALTH EDUCATION

10,11,12

Prerequisites: None

Students are provided with opportunities to explore the effect of health

behaviors on an individual’s quality of life. This course assists students

in understanding that health is a lifetime commitment by analyzing

individual risk factors and health decisions that promote health and

prevent disease. Students are also encouraged to assume individual

responsibility for becoming competent health consumers. A variety of

instructional strategies, including technology, are used to further

develop health literacy. This course is required to meet state graduation

requirements.

ADVANCED PE-LIFESAVING

10,11,12

Prerequisites: Core PE

This course is specifically designed for strength training with the

purpose of improving athletic performance.  The important elements of

athletic development; muscular strength, muscular endurance, flexibility

and body composition will be the major emphasis of this course. The

student in this course, boys or girls, will be able to develop these

physical attributes and incorporate them into their practices and

competitions.

The purpose of this course is to instruct candidates the skills and

knowledge needed to prevent and respond to aquatic emergencies.

This course will permit a student to become a lifeguard and will also

allow re- certification. It is designed to teach students advanced

techniques in water rescue and leads to Red Cross certification in

Advanced Lifesaving. NOTE: The fee for this class is relatively high due

to the demands of the American Red Cross and required materials for

certification. The student should be an avid and strong swimmer.

ATHLETIC DEVELOPMENT

10,11,12

9

Prerequisites: CPHS Athlete

None

Course Descriptions

9,10,11,12

Prerequisites:

This is a self-paced on-line course designed for those students who

wish to take a course outside of the normal school day.

PERSONAL FITNESS

10,11,12

Prerequisites: Core PE

Physical Education Department HEALTH ON-LINE

CORE PE-GENERAL FITNESS

9,10

Prerequisites: None

Secondary Physical Education continues the emphasis on health-

related fitness, and developing the skills necessary for lifetime of

activity. The program includes skill development and application of rules

and strategies of complex difficulty in different movement forms. This

includes health-related fitness activities (cardio respiratory endurance,

muscular, strength and endurance, flexibility, and body composition)

aerobic exercise, team sports, individual and dual sports, outdoor

pursuits, aquatics, dance, and recreational games. Ongoing

assessment will include written and health related evaluations. Classes

are co-educational unless the activity involves body contact; grouping is

based on a standard of individual performance developed and applied

without regard to sex.

CORE PE-ATHLETIC DEVELOPMENT - 9

This course is specifically designed for strength training.  The important

elements of muscular strength, muscular endurance, flexibility and body

composition will be the major emphasis of this course. The student in

this course, boys or girls, will be able to develop these physical

attributes and incorporate them into their active lifestyle.

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10,11,12

Prerequisites: Testing/Teacher Rec.

Students will study the living things of our world. A major portion of time

is spent on cell structure and function, the chemical makeup of living

things, how traits are inherited, evolution or how living things change

over time, growth of bacteria and other germs, how plants and animals

interact with their environment, reproduction, and many other topics.

Prerequisites: Algebra, Biology, and Chemistry

This course involves an in-depth investigation of the structure and

function of the human body. Beneficial to those students pursuing a

career in medical, dental, or health related areas. Each human system

covered will be supported through multiple labs including fetal pig

dissection. All human systems will be studied and how they relate to

one another. A detailed study of human anatomy and physiology

requires a time commitment to be successful.

ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE

11,12

Prerequisites: None

Students will study the living things of our world. A major portion of time

is spent on cell structure and function, the chemical makeup of living

things, how traits are inherited, evolution or how living things change

over time, growth of bacteria and other germs, how plants and animals

interact with their environment, reproduction, and many other topics.

BIOLOGY TRANSITIONS

10,11,12

Prerequisites: Testing/Teacher Rec.

This course follows the same topics as Biology, plus an enriched

curriculum with an emphasis on conducting and writing laboratory

assignments, and essay questions on tests. This course is designed for

students who are very curious about the natural world and who are self-

motivated learners.

BIOLOGY

10,11,12

Prerequisites: Biology & Chemistry or Physics

Students learn and conduct experiments on biodiversity, population

management, endangered species, air and water quality, and natural

resources. Students will utilize many basic math skills during the

course.

AP ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE

10,11,12

AP Environmental Science is a course that provides students with the

scientific principles, concepts, methodologies required to understand

the interrelationships of the natural world, to identify and analyze

environmental problems both natural and man-made, to evaluate the

relative risks associated with these problems, and to examine

alternative solutions for resolving or preventing them. This class can be

taken concurrently with Chemistry I. Students will take the end-of-

course Advanced Placement test in May. Scores of a 3, 4, or 5 will

result in college credit at Indiana public colleges/universities. Private

Indiana colleges may differ.

Biology & Chemistry

(2 Period Class) This is a college-level course of study and is

recommended for those interested in pursuing careers in science,

medicine, or other professional fields. There is a substantial amount of

independent reading required. Students will take the end-of-course

Advanced Placement test in May. Scores of a 3, 4, or 5 will result in

college credit at Indiana public colleges/universities. Private Indiana

colleges may differ.

ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY

11,12

Science Department

This is a year-long course studying the basic principles of astronomy. 

Topics studied in this course include:  history of astronomy, planetary

development, the study of celestial bodies, constellations, stellar

evolution, and space explorations. This course incorporates lab

investigations, videos, projects, technology based activities, and

explorations in current events. (Currently seeking a Dual Credit Partner)

(Seeking DC Agreement)

Prerequisites:

BIOLOGY HONORS Prerequisites: Biology & Chemistry or Physics

Course Descriptions

AP BIOLOGY

11,12

ASTRONOMY

11,12

Prerequisites: Strong math skills (Geometry & Algebra II)

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Dual Credit Core Transfer Library – Indiana University Northwest-PHY

201,202. This class is an introduction to the major area of physics;

mechanics and the laws of motion, heat, sound, light and electricity.

The major forces and types of energies in nature are discussed.

Students are introduced to the mathematical treatment of the subjects.

Students will complete coursework equivalent to Indiana University

Northwest PHY 201 during the first semester and PHY 202 during the

second semester. These credits are also a part of the Indiana Core

Library. Students opting for the dual credit option must apply to Indiana

University Northwest. Student grades will be reflected on both the

CPHS transcript and the IUN transcript.

CHEMISTRY

10,11,12

Prerequisites:

10,11,12

DC ACP CHEMISTRY HONORS

10,11,12

Prerequisites: Concurrent with Honors Algebra II

Course Descriptions

AP CHEMISTRY

11,12

Prerequisites: Chemistry and Algebra II or higher

This is a rigorous college level course designed for students with

special interests in science, engineering, medicine, or other technical

fields. The work involves both the theoretical aspects and laboratory

study of the properties and characteristics of matter. Students

successfully completing the course and AP examination should

consider advanced placement in college chemistry. Students will take

the end-of-course Advanced Placement test in May, and scores of a 3,

4, or 5 on this test may result in college credit. Students should expect

to spend at least 6 hours per week preparing for this course outside of

class.

Prerequisites: Testing/Teacher Rec.

This course deals with matter and changes of matter. The work involves

both the theoretical aspects and laboratory study of the properties and

characteristics of matter. Mathematical skills from algebra and

geometry will be utilized in problem-solving and applied to chemical

theories. Students should expect to study at least three hours per week

outside of class.

Honors Chemistry is a rigorous college prep class where first year

chemistry students will be able to go into greater depth in the chemistry

curriculum. This course deals with matter and changes of matter. The

work involves both the theoretical aspects and laboratory study of the

properties and characteristics of matter. Mathematical skills from

algebra and geometry will be utilized in problem-solving and applied to

chemical theories. Students should plan for an average of 30 minutes a

day of work outside the classroom. An articulation agreement is in place

with Indiana University that allows students to earn dual credit (CHEM

C101/121 - Elementary Chemistry I).  Students looking to get a head

start on their college degree are encouraged to take this course at

CPHS.  Students opting for the dual credit option must apply to Indiana

University. Tuition is $75.00. Student grades will be reflected on both

the CPHS transcript and Indiana University transcript.

DC MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY (Online)

11,12

Prerequisites: None

Dual Credit Core Transfer Library - Indiana University Northwest-

HIM195. This is a course for anyone planning on going into the medical

field. This course teaches medical terminology from an anatomical

approach. Root terms are divided by each body system. The origin, a

combined form, and an example of non-medical everyday usage are

provided for each root term. Word associations are provided as a

learning tool. Unusual and interesting information is provided in regards

to each term. Root terms are combined with prefixes and suffixes as

student’s learning will culminate in the interpretation of several

paragraphs of medical notes. Students opting for the dual credit option

must apply to Indiana University Northwest. Student grades will be

reflected on both the CPHS transcript and the IUN transcript.

DC PHYSICS 1

11,12

Prerequisites:

Testing/Teacher Rec.

This course deals with matter and changes of matter. The work involves

both the theoretical aspects and laboratory study of the properties and

characteristics of matter. Mathematical skills from algebra and

geometry will be utilized in problem-solving and applied to chemical

theories. Students should expect to study at least three hours per week

outside of class.

CHEMISTRY TRANSITIONS

Science Department (Continued)

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The purpose of the AP World History course is to develop greater

understanding of the evolution of global processes and contacts in

different types of human societies. This understanding is advanced

through a combination of selective factual knowledge and appropriate

analytical skills. The course highlights the nature of changes in global

frameworks and their causes and consequences, as well as

comparisons among major societies. It emphasizes relevant factual

knowledge, leading interpretive issues, and skills in analyzing types of

historical evidence. Periodization, explicitly discussed, forms an

organizing principle to address change and continuity throughout the

course. Specific themes provide further organization to the course,

along with consistent attention to contacts among societies that form

the core of world history as a field of study.

Principles of the Biomedical Sciences provides an introduction to this

field through ―hands-on‖ projects and problems. Student work

involves the study of human medicine, research processes and an

introduction to bioinformatics. Students investigate the human body

systems and various health conditions including heart disease,

diabetes, hypercholesterolemia, and infectious diseases. A theme

through the course is to determine the factors that led to the death of a

fictional person. After determining the factors responsible for the death,

the students investigate lifestyle choices and medical treatments that

might have prolonged the person‘s life. Key biological concepts

included in the curriculum are: homeostasis, metabolism, inheritance of

traits, feedback systems, and defense against disease. The course is

designed to provide an overview of all courses in the Biomedical

Sciences program and to lay the scientific foundation necessary for

student success in the subsequent courses.

PRINCIPLES OF THE BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES

10,11,12

Prerequisites: Biology

The A.P. Human Geography class is a two semester course designed

to introduce students to the systematic study of patterns and

processes that have shaped human understanding, use, and alteration

of the Earth’s surface. The course will be developed around the five

college level goals that build on the National Geography Standards

developed in 1994.The program prepares students for intermediate and

advanced college courses by making demands upon them equivalent to

those made by an introductory college course.

AP WORLD HISTORY

Testing/Teacher Rec.

World History is a course designed to explore the various eras, people,

and events that have shaped world civilization. In addition, the course is

designed for learners who struggle with literacy and organizational

skills. Special emphasis is given to the development of study skills. The

course is divided into two parts. Part one studies the prehistoric people

and finishes with the medieval people. Part two studies the continuation

of medieval people and concludes with a discussion on modern people.

10,11,12

Prerequisites: Testing/Teacher Rec.

Physics C studies the fundamentals of physics from a conceptual rather

than a mathematical viewpoint. The application of physics to everyday

phenomena and experiences is emphasized. There are numerous

demonstrations and discovery-based laboratories. The student will

study mechanics, properties of matter, heat, sound, electricity and

magnetism, light and relativity.

Prerequisites: None

Course Descriptions

AP HUMAN GEOGRAPHY

9,10,11,12

Prerequisites: None

WORLD HISTORY/CIVILIZATION TRANSITIONS

9

Prerequisites:

Science Department (Continued)

Social Studies Department

WORLD HISTORY/CIVILIZATION

9

Prerequisites: Testing/Teacher Rec.

AP PHYSICS

11,12

Prerequisites: Concurrent with Pre-Calc or Calculus

This is a rigorous college level course designed for students with

special interests in science or engineering fields. This course will cover

the material described by the College Board website for AP Physics C:

Mechanics.  Scores of 4 or 5 generally result in college credit at Indiana

public colleges/universities. Private Indiana colleges may differ.

PHYSICS CONCEPTUAL

10,11,12

World History is a course designed to explore the various eras, people,

and events that have shaped world civilization. The course is divided

into two parts. Part one studies the prehistoric people and finishes with

the medieval people. Part two studies the continuation of medieval

people and concludes with a discussion on modern people.

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SCI 100. This is a Dual Credit American Government program designed

to provide students with the analytic skills and knowledge necessary to

deal with problems in United States Government. The program

prepares students for intermediate and advanced college courses by

making demands upon them to equivalent to those by a college course.

Students will read approximately 4-5 hours a week from a college

textbook. In addition, students will develop an understanding of the

essential structures and processes of the government of the United

States. Furthermore, please keep in mind that this is a political science

course — which means our purpose is to discover the what, how, and

why of American government, not make moralistic judgments about

politicians or parties. Students opting for the dual credit option must

apply to Purdue Calumet. Student grades will be reflected on both the

CPHS transcript and the Purdue Calumet transcript.

AP Government is a one semester course that will provide students with

an analytical on government and politics in the United States. The

course will contain both general information to analyze US politics and

specific examples in order to cover topics with detail. The course will

also cover the basic components of the US political system. The course

will take an in depth study of the constitution while looking at issues that

influenced Supreme Court decisions. Student should be strong readers

and good writers.

The course requires the student to spend 5 hours per week working on

the class on their own time while tests will be given at school in the

IMC. This two semester course is designed to provide students with

knowledge of the principles of US History. Students will develop an

understanding of how our nation developed politically, economically,

socially and geographically. The student will gain a better

understanding of the need to be a responsible citizen in the US.

UNITED STATES HISTORY Online (Continued)

The Advanced Placement program in US History is designed to provide

students with the analytic skills and knowledge necessary to deal with

problems in US History. The program prepares students for

intermediate and advanced college courses by making demands upon

them equivalent to those made by a full-year introductory college

course. Students will need to read 1-3 hours a week in a college level

textbook, and they should be strong essay writers. To receive college

credit, students must pass the AP test administered by the College

Board.

Prerequisites: None

UNITED STATES HISTORY

Students will survey governmental systems of the United States on the

federal, state and local levels. Emphasis is on the organization,

composition and implementations of the American system of

government including the social, philosophical, and economic

foundations of a democratic state.

Prerequisites: None

Online Government is designed for students who are adept at working

on their own with computer technology.

Students will spend the first two-weeks reviewing American History to

1900. Review includes a look at our constitution and documents and

events which have shaped our country and our lives. Students are

expected to gain a better understanding and appreciation of the

benefits and responsibilities of citizenship in our democratic society.

Dual Credit Core Transfer Library – Purdue Calumet-HIST 151-HIST

152. The first semester is a study of development of American political,

economic, and social institutions in their geographical and

environmental context from the early explorations and Colonial

settlements through Reconstruction. The second semester is a study of

the growth of the United States from 1877 to the present. The new

industrialism, agrarian problems, geographical and environmental

consequences, and depression are studied. This class is taught in

coordination with Purdue Calumet’s US History 151 and 152. Students

will complete coursework equivalent to Purdue Calumet HIST 151

during the first semester and HIST 152 during the second semester and

may require outside reading and work, according to university

requirements. These credits are also a part of the Indiana Core Library.

Students opting for the dual credit option must apply to Purdue

Calumet. Student grades will be reflected on both the CPHS transcript

and the Purdue Calumet transcript.

UNITED STATES HISTORY Online

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Prerequisites: None

11,12

Prerequisites:

DC GOVERNMENT

11,12

Prerequisites: None

UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT

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Prerequisites: None

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Course Descriptions

Social Studies Department (Continued)

AP GOVERNMENT

DC US HISTORY

11,12

Testing/Teacher Rec.

AP UNITED STATES HISTORY

10,11,12

Prerequisites: Testing/Teacher Rec.

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DC SOCIOLOGY

11,12

Prerequisites: None

Dual Credit Core Transfer Library – Purdue University Calumet-SOC

100. Sociology / SOC 100 is a dual credit course offered by CPHS and

Purdue University Calumet. This is a one semester course which could

earn student three university credit hours. The focus of this course is to

learn basic sociological concepts and apply them to everyday life. This

course is lecture based, with 3 rigorous comprehensive exams as well

as a cumulative final exam. Students interested in DC Sociology should

have analytical reading, writing and discussion skills. Students opting

for the dual credit option must apply to Purdue Calumet. Student

grades will be reflected on both the CPHS transcript and the Purdue

Calumet.

This one semester course is designed to provide students with

knowledge of fundamental economic principles that relate to the

individual consumer, firms, and business organizational structures.

Upon completion of the class students will understand the essentials of

the “economic way of thinking” including concepts such as opportunity

costs, marginal analysis, voluntary exchange, real vs. nominal

principles, efficiency, market failure, factor and product markets,

positive and normative analysis, externalities, cost/benefit analysis,

production theories, market structures, and pricing. Students will be

expected to apply conceptual, logical, mathematical, and analytical

approaches to problem solving. A strong emphasis will be given to

demand and supply models with a high application and understanding

of graphs, tables, and critical thinking.

Online Government is designed for students who are adept at working

on their own with computer technology. The course requires the student

to spend 5 hours per week working on the class on their own time while

tests will be given at school in the IMC Students will survey

governmental systems of the United States on the federal, state and

local levels. Emphasis is on the organization, composition and

implementations of the American system of government including the

social, philosophical, and economic foundations of a democratic state.

Topics in this course are; Nominations and Elections, Political Parties,

The Congress, The Presidency, The National Judiciary, and Federal

Bureaucracy. A two-week study of the state government will be taught.

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Prerequisites: None

Dual Credit Core Transfer Library – Purdue University Calumet-PSY

120. Psychology / PSY 120 is a dual credit course offered by CPHS and

Purdue University Calumet. This is a one semester course which could

earn student three university credit hours. Psychology is the study of

mental processes and behavior. The course is divided into six content

areas and uses the scientific methods to explore research methods and

ethical consideration. The course reviews physical, cognitive, language,

emotional, social, and moral development. Cognitive aspects of the

course focus on learning, memory, information processing, and

language. Students opting for the dual credit option must apply to

Purdue Calumet. Student grades will be reflected on both the CPHS

transcript and the Purdue Calumet.

Students will be introduced to the fundamental concepts and theories

which are basic to all economic systems. Students will study economic

reasoning, pricing systems, micro economic principals, macroeconomic

principals, consumer economics, financial institutions, employment, and

production.

DC PSYCHOLOGY

11,12

Prerequisites: None

AP MICROECONOMICS

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Prerequisites: None

ECONOMICS

UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Online

12

Prerequisites: None

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Prerequisites: None

Online Economics is designed for students who are adept at working on

their own with computer technology. The course requires the student to

spend 5 hours per week working on the class on their own time while

tests will be given at school in the IMC. This one semester course is

designed to provide students with knowledge of fundamental

microeconomic and macroeconomic principles that relate to the

individual consumer, firms, business, and governmental organizational

structures. Upon completion of the class students will understand the

essentials of the “economic way of thinking” including microeconomic

concepts such as scarcity, opportunity costs, competition, marginal

analysis, voluntary exchange, the role of entrepreneurs, efficiency,

market failure, factor and product markets, externalities, production

theories, market structures, and pricing. Macroeconomic concepts

such as GDP, business cycles, inflation, unemployment, poverty,

interest rates, taxation, fiscal and monetary policy, banking, and the

Federal Reserve System also will be investigated.

Topics in this course are; Nominations and Elections, Political Parties,

The Congress, The Presidency, The National Judiciary, and Federal

Bureaucracy. A two-week study of the state government will be taught.

UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT (Continued)

Course Descriptions

Social Studies Department (Continued)

ECONOMICS Online

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Beginning French students are introduced to the language which

focuses on: (1) Learning about authentic francophone situations; (2)

Speaking and role-playing within those situations; and (3) Learning

basic grammatical structures, including present, past, and future

tenses. The major emphasis is on feeling comfortable and competent

when communicating in French.

Students continue to learn basic vocabulary, intermediate grammar,

and francophone culture to prepare them for our ever-increasing global

community as well as French 3. Students learn and practice critical

thinking skills, cooperative skills, presentation skills and more while

completing projects, reading short passages, and using interpersonal

speaking.

More effective communication is our goal. Proficiency is nurtured as

students think critically and express themselves with more advanced

vocabulary and grammar. Second language reading strategies will be

applied toward longer works to build vocabulary, grammar, and

communicative skills. French 3 students are equipped with the

grammatical and communicative tools to enter AP French. In addition,

students will write and narrate their own French folk tales and fables.

Students will also practice timed, in-class essay writing and oral

activities.

AP/DC FRENCH 4

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Prerequisites: French 3

This course is designed as a college-level course intended for students

in their fourth year of French. The course work provides students with

opportunities to demonstrate their proficiency in each of the three

modes of communication: Interpersonal, Interpretive, and

Presentational. Upon entering French 4, students should have a good

command of the grammar and show competency in listening, reading,

writing, and speaking. This course is approached in a thematic format

where Global Challenges, Science and Technology, Contemporary Life,

Personal and Public Identities, Families and Communities, and Beauty

and Aesthetics are explored, taught, and learned.

During a nine-week period, there will be multiple assignments designed

to promote and encourage listening, reading, writing, and speaking…as

well as work on the Interpersonal, Interpretive, and Presentational

communication styles. Listening activities, such as podcasts and radio

broadcasts will occur at least every other week, if not more frequently.

Reading will occur almost daily. In-depth writing, such as papers, e-

mails, or essays will occur every other week. Speaking will occur quite

frequently, if not daily. Students opting for the dual credit option must

apply to Purdue Calumet; the tuition is $75. At the successful

completion of the course, the student will receive 3 PUC credits

(FR101, 102, 201, or 202). Student grades will be reflected on both the

CPHS transcript and PUC transcript.

FRENCH 1

9,10,11,12

Prerequisites: None

FRENCH 2

10,11,12

Prerequisites: French 1

Advanced Placement Psychology is designed to introduce students to

the systematic and scientific study of the behavior and mental

processes of human beings and other animals.  Students will learn

many psychological facts, principles, and phenomena associated with

each of the major subfields within the study of psychology through

research, group discussions, projects, and critical-thinking exercises.

Students are to expect a heavy load of reading and writing. The course

is designed for students who want to prepare for the AP Psychology

exam.  Upon completion of the course, the student will be strongly

encouraged to take the AP Psychology Exam for possible college

credit.

World Languages Department

Students will acquire basic communication skills in the German

language. They will achieve this goal by learning to manipulate the

fundamentals of the German grammar system in simple conversations,

readings and writings. Practice in pronunciation, speaking, and listening

will fill a large part of every class session. Students will also study the

geography and culture of Germany. By end of course, students will be

expected to read and write passages of 200-300 words.

GERMAN 1

9,10,11,12

Prerequisites: None

AP PSYCHOLOGY

11,12

Prerequisites: None

FRENCH 3

11,12

Prerequisites: French 2

Course Descriptions

Social Studies Department (Continued)

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In this course students will read the literature of the Great Roman

authors as a survey of Roman literature. Students will also focus on the

literature of the late Roman Republic and early Roman Empire. The

lives of Caesar, Pompey, Crassus, Cicero, Catullus, and other great

Roman personalities of this period will be studied in an effort to

understand the political intrigue of the period and the purposes of the

authors in creating this literature. Students will also discuss the art and

architecture of the period. Activities in this course will help prepare

students for success on an AP Latin exam next year.

10,11,12

Prerequisites: German 1

Students will continue to increase, improve and develop new

communications skills. Classes will emphasize conversational as well

as reading skills and will devote considerable time and practice to the

expansion of new vocabulary. The speaking component will play a

major role in class activities and assessment practices and reading

selections of a lengthier and more complex nature will be explored. The

students will study the geography and culture of Austria and

Liechtenstein.

GERMAN 3

11,12

Prerequisites: German 2

AP/DC GERMAN 4

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Prerequisites: German 3

Dual Credit Core Transfer Library- Purdue Calumet –GER 101, 102,

201, or 202 - Class activities are conducted entirely in German and

include a comprehensive grammar review, the reading of a short novel,

a play, and several short stories, a brief look at German history,

presentations of German holidays and customs, and an in-depth

exploration of German art, music, and architecture. German culture will

be examined by viewing several German films and researching current

events in the German-speaking world on the German Internet. All

assessments will use a collegiate testing format as a means of

preparing the students for the future college courses. Students opting

for the dual credit option must apply to Purdue Calumet; the tuition is

$75. At the successful completion of the course, the student will receive

3 PUC credits (GER 101, 102, 201, or 202). Student grades will be

reflected on both the CPHS transcript and PUC transcript.

Prerequisites: Latin 2

GERMAN 2

LATIN 2

10,11,12

Prerequisites: Latin 1

LATIN 3

11,12

This class will introduce students to the Latin language and the ancient

Roman world. Students will study and practice using the written

grammatical structure of classical Latin as preparation for reading and

discussing Latin literature written by ancient Roman authors. Students

will study Latin vocabulary and English derivatives to help achieve this

goal and improve their command of the English language. As part of

this class, students will also study Greek and Roman mythology and the

culture of the Romans.

This class is a continuation of Latin 1 and employs many of the same

methods to help students achieve the goal of reading Latin literature

written by Roman authors. Word study will be continued. As part of this

course, students will continue studying the culture of the Romans.

Students will also study Roman history with a focus on the early history

of the Roman republic. By the end of this course, students will be able

to begin reading original Latin literature.

Students will continue to increase, improve and develop new

communication skills in German. Classes will continue to emphasize

speaking and reading skills, but more emphasis will be placed upon

writing skills. Students will read a small novel and will continue to

expand their vocabulary skills. The students will study the geography

and culture of Switzerland.

Course Descriptions

World Languages Department (Continued)

LATIN 1

9,10,11,12

Prerequisites: None

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Prerequisites: Latin 3

The focus of this class will be the literature of the late Roman Republic

and early Roman Empire, primarily Vergil’s Aeneid and Caesar’s Gallic

War . Students will read Latin literature and discuss it orally and in

written form. Students will read critical essays on both works and will

write interpretative essays based on the Latin text in preparation for the

spring advanced placement test. Students will study the complex

relationships between the political players of the late Republic, the

emperor Augustus, the authors, and the art and architecture of this

period. Students will synthesize information from Roman literature and

culture to create a class presentation. Students are encouraged to take

the end-of-course Advanced Placement test in May because scores of

3, 4, or 5 will result in college credit at Indiana colleges/universities. AP

Latin is roughly equivalent to an upper-intermediate college or

university course.

Course Descriptions

SPANISH 2 IMMERSION

10,11,12

Prerequisites: Teacher Approval & "A" in Spanish 1

Spanish 2 Immersion is a course designed for native or heritage

speakers of Spanish who have demonstrated an appropriate level of

oral proficiency for success in Spanish 2 Immersion. This course is

also designed for students who have demonstrated exceptional

language skills (reading, writing, speaking and listening) in Spanish 1.

The purpose of this course is to enable students to increase proficiency

and bi-literacy in Spanish by providing opportunities to improve

language comprehension skills by immersing them in a target language

classroom where Spanish will be spoken 90-95% of the time Students

enrolling in this course must want to verbally participate in the target

language on a daily basis. Students will cover the same material taught

in Spanish 2, but additional content, assignments and projects will be

added when possible to best support and encourage academic rigor.

SPANISH 3

11,12

Prerequisites: Spanish 2

11,12

Prerequisites: Teacher Approval & "A" in Spanish 2

This course is geared towards students who have successfully

completed Spanish 2 Heritage and/or who have completed Spanish 1 &

Spanish 2 with a 4.0 GPA. Spanish 2 teacher recommendation will be

required for students to enroll in this course. Students enrolling in this

course are expected to verbally participate in the target language on a

daily basis and should expect to be in an environment where Spanish is

spoken at least 90-95% of the time. Students will cover the same

material taught in Spanish 3, but additional content will be added when

possible to best support and encourage academic rigor. Students will

have the opportunity to do more research and presentations in this

course due to its faster pace. Students must have an interest in the

study of the history, geography, and culture of the Spanish-speaking

world and of current events in the Spanish-speaking world. Students

successfully completing this course should enroll in Spanish 4 AP DC.

This course is recommended for students earning the Academic Honors

Diploma or the Core 40 Diploma.

This class provides students with basic conversation, reading, writing,

and listening skills. Students must be willing to learn new vocabulary

using a variety of student-centered activities. Sentence structures will

be studied to help students use the language effectively. This course

has activities and discussions which describe the way of life of people in

Spanish-speaking countries. The geographical locations of the areas in

the world where Spanish is spoken are studied as well. Information can

be gained that will help students in travel, further study and career

selection.

SPANISH 2

10,11,12

Prerequisites: Spanish 1

Students continue to learn new vocabulary words and language

structures, and incorporate them into conversations with the teacher

and classmates. Reading, writing, and listening skills are also practiced

in ways similar to those of first year. This course reinforces and

expands student knowledge of the geography and culture of the

Hispanic world.

SPANISH 3 IMMERSION

Students continue to broaden their communication skills through

conversation and composition. The vocabulary and structures of the

Spanish language learned in levels I and II are reviewed and expanded.

Students will make an in-depth study of the culture of various

representative areas of the Hispanic world.

SPANISH 1

9,10,11,12

Prerequisites: None

World Languages Department (Continued)

AP LATIN

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Course Descriptions

World Languages Department (Continued)

Dual Credit Core Transfer Library- Purdue Calumet -SPA101, 102, 201,

or 202 - This course is for students looking to continue the development

of their language acquisition skills & course of study through the

rigorous application of speaking, listening, writing and reading skills.

Students looking to better prepare themselves for their college degree

&/or requirements are encouraged to take this course at CPHS.

Spanish 4 will continue to expose students to the various aspects of the

Spanish-speaking world, language & culture. Students will expand

their knowledge & abilities in speaking, writing, listening and reading

through active participation in class and a variety of text &

media/technology-based resources. This academically challenging

course will discuss numerous cultural aspects such as: art, poetry,

fables, and literature in addition to being grammatically driven. This

course will require students to speak in Spanish and will attempt to

simulate a Spanish immersion environment. This course is intended to

increase the student’s knowledge and ability to form complete and

expressive thoughts and ideas. Students will participate in class

discussions related to current events. Students must have a strong

vocabulary and grammar base in order to be successful in this course.

Instructional strategies include the use of computers, BrainHoney,

projects, power points, class discussions, daily homework, and

assessments (formal and informal). Students opting for the dual credit

option must apply to Purdue Calumet; the tuition is $75. At the

successful completion of the course, the student will receive 3 PUC

credits (SPA101, 102, 201, or 202). Student grades will be reflected on

both the CPHS transcript and PUC transcript.

AP/DC SPANISH 4

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Prerequisites: Spanish 3

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