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TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION .......................................................................................................................................................................... 3

NON-DISCRIMINATION ...................................................................................................................................................................... 3

ACCREDITATION .................................................................................................................................................................................. 3

MISSION .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 3

BELIEF ................................................................................................................................................................................................... 3

VISION ................................................................................................................................................................................................. 3

CORE CURRICULUM ..................................................................................................................................................................... 3

SIX-YEAR PLAN. ................................................................................................................................................................................... 4

REGISTRATION .................................................................................................................................................................................... 4

REQUIREMENTS FOR A HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA ........................................................................................................... 4

HONORS COURSES INFORMATION ..................................................................................................................................... 4

HONORS MATH. ................................................................................................................................................................................... 4

HONORS ENGLISH ............................................................................................................................................................................... 5

English 9 Summer Reading ......................................................................................................................................................... 6

English 10 Summer Reading ....................................................................................................................................................... 6

STUDENT SCHEDULES .............................................................................................................................................................. 6

GRADING SCALE/POLICY .......................................................................................................................................................... 7

GPA (GRADE POINT AVERAGE) ............................................................................................................................................... 7

ATHLETIC ELIGIBILITY POLICY ............................................................................................................................................ 7

ACT & SAT .................................................................................................................................................................................... 7

ACT READINESS BENCHMARKS .......................................................................................................................................................... 8

VALEDICTORIAN/SALUTATORIAN ....................................................................................................................................... 8

GRADE PROGRESSION ............................................................................................................................................................... 8

DIPLOMAS ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 8

HONORS DIPLOMA ............................................................................................................................................................................... 8

GRADUATING WITH DISTINCTION ................................................................................................................................................... 8

TN SCHOLARS PROGRAM ......................................................................................................................................................... 9

IMPORTANT TEST DATES ....................................................................................................................................................... 8

PROGRAMS OF STUDY ............................................................................................................................................................... 9

AGRICULTURE ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 10

BUSINESS MANAGEMENT & ADMINISTRATION ............................................................................................................................. 11

FINE ARTS .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 12

HEALTH SCIENCE ............................................................................................................................................................................... 13

HUMANITIES ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 14

MATH AND SCIENCE .......................................................................................................................................................................... 15

S.T.E.M. ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 16

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COURSE DESCRIPTIONS ......................................................................................................................................................... 17

FINE ARTS .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 18

FOREIGN LANGUAGE .......................................................................................................................................................................... 19

LANGUAGE ARTS ................................................................................................................................................................................ 20

MATHEMATICS .................................................................................................................................................................................. 22

PHYSICAL EDUCATION ....................................................................................................................................................................... 24

SCIENCE ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 25

SOCIAL STUDIES .............................................................................................................................................................................. 26

AGRICULTURE .................................................................................................................................................................................... 28

BUSINESS MANAGEMENT.................................................................................................................................................................. 28

HEALTH SCIENCE ............................................................................................................................................................................... 30

S.T.E.M. ............................................................................................................................................................................................ 30

ELECTIVES ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 31

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INTRODUCTION

The Houston County High School Bulletin contains information on graduation requirements, athletic

eligibility, grading policy, GPA, ACT/SAT, Honors diploma, Valedictorian/Salutatorian policy, Tennessee

Scholars Program, course descriptions, and career majors. The purpose of this bulletin is to provide

students and parents a comprehensive career planning document containing as much information as

possible on the various paths to graduation and post-secondary placement.

Non-Discrimination - It is the policy of Houston County High School not to discriminate on the basis

of sex, race, or handicaps when planning a student’s educational program.

Accreditation - Houston County High School is accredited by the Tennessee State Department of

Education and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and AdvanceEd.

Mission – The mission of Houston County High School is to prepare our students to be productive

members of society who serve their communities and remain life long learners.

Belief – We at Houston County High School believe that each student can:

Perform to rigorous standards.

Exhibit positive self-esteem through working with others in an atmosphere of mutual respect and

responsibility.

Demonstrate a heightened aesthetic awareness of the arts.

Accept diversity by interacting positively with others in the school and community.

Assume responsibility for his or her own education.

Vision – We at Houston County High School envision a learning environment that studies the past while

preparing for the future. We will actively seek creative teaching methods to encourage all students to

excel in academics, the arts, and career-technical education while exceeding the standards.

CORE CURRICULUM

All students will have access to a rigorous core curriculum that includes challenging subject matter,

emphasizes depth rather than breadth of coverage, emphasizes critical thinking and problem solving, and

promotes responsible citizenship and lifelong learning. The curriculum will be tied to the vision of the

high school graduate. Teachers, parents, and students will hold high expectations for all students.

Schools will communicate high expectations to students, parents, business and industry, and the

community.

All courses are taught to Tennessee State Standards and are currently transitioning to the Common

Core Standards that have recently been adopted by the state of Tennessee.

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Six-Year Plan - As prescribed by the Education Improvement Act, students with their parents, under

the guidance of a faculty advisor, will develop a plan for their progression toward high school graduation

and beyond. Students must pursue a focused program of study preparing them for post-secondary

careers or continued studies in higher education or career technical schools. These plans must be

developed prior to students entering the 9th grade and must be updated annually.

Registration - Rising 9th, 10th, and 11th grade students will meet with their faculty advisor or counselor

for registration and review of their six-year plans in the spring. All pre-registrations are considered

requests and not a guaranteed schedule.

REQUIREMENTS FOR A HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA

There are 28 total credits required for graduation at Houston Co. High School. These 28 credits consist

of core curriculum units (22 as set by the State of Tennessee) and electives. The number of required

electives may be adjusted for transfer students as needed.

All students must meet the following core curriculum requirements:

4 English credits –

Eng 9, Eng 10, Eng 11, & Eng 12

4 Math credits –

Algebra I, Tech Geometry or Unified Geometry, Algebra II, & one higher level math (Must be scheduled for a

math class every year)

3 Science credits –

Physical Science, Biology,

& Chemistry or Physics

3 Social Studies –

World Geography or World History, US History, US Government, & Economics

1 ½ Wellness credits –

Wellness & additional ½ (PE, Marching Band, JROTC, team sports or another Wellness)

½ Personal Finance credit

3 Focused program of study credits

2 Foreign Language credits – same language

1 Fine art credit

(Students who know they are not going to college, may fore go the foreign language and fine art requirements, but

must add 3 more courses to enhance their program of study. A meeting with Mrs. Jolly is required.)

HONORS COURSES INFORMATION

Honors Math - HCHS will offer three Honors math courses next year: Algebra I, Geometry, and

Algebra II. These courses are very rigorous and have a limited seating capacity. Because of this the

HCHS Math department has developed a checklist - or guidelines- which will help identify the students

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most likely to succeed in these rigorous courses. This criterion will include:

Attendance

Grades

Attitude / aptitude in previous course

Students who enroll in Honors math programs at HCHS will be expected to purchase their own

graphing calculator due to additional homework / outside of classroom assignments.

State guidelines dictate that students take four years of math – not four math courses. During

their sophomore year, students in the Honors Math program will take two classes. This means they will

have taken a minimum of five math courses at HCHS.

Student performance will be reviewed at the end of each course. If they fail to perform to a

minimum standard of 85% (minimum grade required for a B), or have excessive tardies, absences, or

other discipline issues then they may be removed from the Honors program.

Students who did not take Honors math courses previously can still apply to any Honors math

course.

Students who successfully complete an Honors course will have 3 points added to each nine weeks

grade and their final exam. They may therefore receive up to and including a 103 for the course. This

grade will (by law) be reduced to a 100 for scholarship purposes.

According to the Tennessee graduation standards, to graduate with honors, a student must score

above the readiness benchmarks on the ACT. For math, the ACT readiness score is 22

(http://www.tn.gov/education/TDP/MoreonReadyCore.shtml). Therefore, just being in an Honors course

will not be enough to earn an Honors diploma, but it is expected that students who excel in Honors

courses should have no problem achieving these readiness scores.

Honors English 9 or 10 & Summer Reading Requirement

Honors English provides a more rigorous curriculum for students while still teaching to Tennessee

state standards.

Honors English will prepare the student to continue down the Honors path in Language Arts, which

includes Honors English 11, and 12.

Students in Honors English 11 and 12 will have the option to receive up to 3 college credits. While

Honors English is not required to take Honors English 11 or 12, it is recommended that students

do so to ensure a strong academic foundation.

Students in Honors English are expected to meet higher expectations while working with more

challenging concepts.

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All Honors English students receive a 3% boost to their grade at the end of each 9 week grading

period.

Students who aspire to be class Valedictorian or Salutatorian must take all available Honors

English Classes.

All Honors English classes require summer reading and writing.

English 9 Summer Reading

o A Separate Peace by John Knowles

o Night by Elie Wiesel

An essay (one for each novel) covering the works assigned above. Both essays need to be a

minimum of 500 words and should be written focusing on one or more of the following: character

development, theme, or use of literary devices such as symbolism, figurative language, or

foreshadowing.

English 10 Summer Reading

o Ethan Frome by Edith Wharton

o Lord of the Flies by William Golding

An essay (one for each novel) covering the works assigned above. Both essays need to be a

minimum of 500 words and should be written focusing on one of the following: character

development, theme, or use of literary devices such as symbolism, figurative language, or

foreshadowing.

Summer Reading essays must be submitted via upload to the teacher’s website at

www.houston.k12.tn.us.schools.

Summer Reading essays can be uploaded at any time, but must be uploaded to the above site no later

than the final summer orientation session. If you are having trouble with the upload, find Ms. McCarson

during your orientation session, and she will help you.

STUDENT SCHEDULES

Students will receive their schedules when they attend an orientation session with their

parent/guardian. Freshmen will receive their schedules when they attend a special evening orientation

session (normally 6:00-7:15pm) with their parents/guardians. At these sessions parents/guardians will

complete necessary registration forms including demographic data, school lunch forms, school insurance

forms, and free textbook forms. Each family will also have the opportunity to purchase a copy of the

Student Agenda containing the Dress Code, Discipline Codes, Internet Access, and other important

information. Attendance by at least one parent/guardian and the student is required!

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GRADING SCALE/POLICY

Starting with the 2006-2007 school year, the State of Tennessee is implementing a standardized

grading scale for all public high schools in the state of Tennessee.

A = 100-93 B = 92-85 C = 84-75 D = 74-70 F = 69-0

GPA (Grade Point Average)

Grade point average (GPA) is used at Houston Co. High School for ranking the students; however, it is

also used as a guide for post-secondary institutions for admissions eligibility. For students wishing to

receive the HOPE Scholarship or to be a Tennessee Scholar, the GPA will play an important part. Thus,

it is important for a student to realize the importance of his/her GPA.

A student’s grade point average is based upon a system of assigning a point value to the final grade of

each course. At Houston Co. High School, this system is based on a 4.0 scale. This means the maximum

number of points that you can receive per grade is 4.0. A=4.0 B=3.0 C=2.0 D=1.0

F=0.0

GPA’s may only be calculated at the conclusion of each semester. The final grade is assigned a point

value and multiplied by the number of credits the course is worth. Add all of the point values together

then divide by the total number of credits. Example: English 9 final grade is a 93 worth 1 credit = 4.0 x 1= 4

Phy. Sci. final grade is an 85 worth 1 credit = 3.0 x 1 = 3

Keyboarding final grade is a 90 worth ½ credit = 3.0 x .5 = 1.5

4 + 3 + 1.5 = 8.5 (point value) divided by 2.5 (number of credits) = 3.4 GPA

**Any class that is assigned a pass/fail grade is not used to calculate the GPA.

ATHLETIC ELIGIBILITY POLICY

Student athletes must pass at least six academic courses the year prior to participating in any high

school athletic competition. Academic classes do not include ACT Prep, Work-Based Learning and the

sports courses when a pass/fail grade is given.

ACT & SAT

All students will take the ACT during March of their junior year. (This is mandated by the state of

Tennessee.) It will be given during the regular school day. Any student who wishes to take the test

before this test date may register for one of the National testing dates. (It is not recommended that a

student take the ACT before April or June of their sophomore year.) Registration packets for both the

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ACT and the SAT are available in the guidance office throughout the school year, but it is recommended

that the students register online at www.actstudent.org.

ACT Readiness Benchmarks English – 18 Math – 22 Reading – 21 Science Reasoning - 24

VALEDICTORIAN/SALUTATORIAN

The valedictorian of the graduating class will be a student who has:

the highest numerical average

has met the requirements to receive an honors diploma

(for credit) all of the honors English classes

(for credit) all of the honors math classes: (Algebra I, Algebra II, & Geometry), and at least one

of: Statistics, Pre-calculus, or Calculus (Bridges Math does not count toward

valedictorian/salutatorian)

four science classes one of which must be a honors science course

2 credits same foreign language & 1 credit in a fine art (college bound)

met all of the Ready Core requirements

must be continuously enrolled at Houston County High School within the first 5 days of their 11th

grade year

The salutatorian of the graduating class will be the student who has the second highest numerical

grade-point average and has met the above criteria.

GRADE PROGRESSION

To promote to 10th grade – Earn 5 cumulative credits (minimum)



To Graduate – Earn 28 cumulative credits (minimum)

DIPLOMAS

Honors Diploma - Students may graduate with honors if they complete the core curriculum and score

at or above all of the subject area readiness benchmarks on the ACT.

Graduating with Distinction – Students will graduate with “distinction” by attaining a B average and

completing at least one of the following: earn a nationally recognized industry certification

participate in at least one of the Governor’s Schools

participate in one of the state’s All State musical organizations

be selected as a National Merit Finalist or Semi-Finalist

attain a score of 31 or higher composite score on the ACT

attain a score of 3 or higher on at least two advanced placement exams

http://www.actstudent.org/

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successfully complete the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme

earn 12 or more semester hours of transcripted postsecondary credits

TN SCHOLARS PROGRAM

The Tennessee Scholars Program is a course of study that encourages students to take more demanding

classes in high school. The curriculum provides an education that better prepares students to enter a

career technical school, a community college, a university or the work force. The Tennessee Scholars at

Houston Co. High School is a joint effort of the school, the Houston Co. Chamber of Commerce, and the

local business community. The Tennessee Scholars requirements consist of:

Tennessee Scholars Course of Study

4 English Courses

4 Mathematics (Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry, & one higher math (excluding Bridge Math))

3 Science (Biology, Chemistry, & one additional lab science - Physics preferred)

3 History (Economics, Government, & another social studies)

½ Personal Finance

1 Wellness & ½ PE

1 Fine art

2 Foreign language courses (both in same language)

2 Career technical courses

Tennessee Scholars Additional Expectations 80 Hours of Community Service

95% Attendance each year

Overall “C” average

No Out-of-school suspensions

Successfully passed end-of-course exams

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Important Test Dates

PLAN (10th grade only)

September 24, 2013

End-of Course Exam

(Fall Semester)

Algebra I – December 9, 2013

Algebra II – December 9, 2013

English I – December 10, 2013

English II – December 10, 2013

English III – December 11, 2013

Biology – December 11, 2013

U. S. History – December 12, 2013

Chemistry – TBA

FINAL EXAMS

(Fall Semester)

1st & 2nd Blocks – December 18, 2013

3rd & 4th Blocks – December 19, 2013

Make-up Exams – December 20, 2013

Writing Assessment (11th grade only)

February 3-7, 2014

ACT (11th grade only)

March 4, 2014

End-of Course Exam

(Spring Semester)

Algebra I – May 12, 2014

Algebra II – May 12, 2014

English I – May 13, 2014

English II – May 13, 2014

English III – May 14, 2014

Biology – May 14, 2014

U. S. History – May 15, 2014

Chemistry – TBA

FINAL EXAMS

(Spring Semester)

1st & 2nd Blocks – May 27, 2014

3rd & 4th Blocks – May 28, 2014

Make-up Exams – May 29, 2014

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PROGRAMS

OF

STUDY

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Agriculture Power, Structures, & Technical Systems

9th Grade Year

Course Credit

3001 – English I 1

3102 – Algebra I 1

3202 – Physical Science 1

3410 – W. Geography 1

3303 – Wellness 1

5947 – Prin. Of Ag 1

Elective (Fine Art) 1

Elective 1

Total 8

11th Grade Year

Course Credit

3003 – English III 1

3103 – Algebra II 1

3221 – Chemistry or

3231 - Physics

1

3407 – US Government &

3081 – ACT Prep

1/2

1/2

5945 – Ag Power & Equip 1

3302 - PE (or Elective) 1

Elective 1

Elective 1

Total 8

10th Grade Year

Course Credit

3002 – English II 1

3108 – Geometry 1

3210 – Biology 1

3405 – US History 1

3021 – Spanish I 1

3022 – Spanish II 1

5944 – Ag Mech & Maint. 1

Elective 1

Total 8

12th Grade Year

Course Credit

3005 – English IV 1

Upper Level Math 1

3431 – Economics &

3496 – Personal Finance

1/2

1/2

5963 – Ag Engineering 1

5976 - JTG 1

Elective 1

Elective 1

Elective 1

Total 7 or 8

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Business Management & Administration Administrative and Information Support

9th Grade Year

Course Credit





3303 – Wellness 1

5891 – Computer Appl. 1


Elective 1

Total 8

11th Grade Year

Course Credit




3231 - Physics

1


3081 – ACT Prep

1/2

1/2

5895 – Administrative Mngt 1

5900 – Virtual Enterprises 1

3302 – PE (or Elective) 1

Elective 1

Total 8

10th Grade Year

Course Credit


3108 – Geometry 1

3210 – Biology 1


3021 - Spanish 1


5901 – Personal Finance &

5905 – Business Principles

1/2

1/2

Elective 1

Total 8

12th Grade Year

Course Credit


Upper Level Math 1

3431 – Economics 1/2

5904 – Adv. Comp Appl 1

5900 – Virtual Enterprises 1

5976 - JTG 1

Elective 1

Elective 1

Elective 1/2

Total 7 or 8

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Fine Arts

9th Grade Year

Course Credit





3303 – Wellness 1

Fine Art 1

Elective 1

Elective 1

Total 8

11th Grade Year

Course Credit




3231 - Physics

1


3081 – ACT Prep

1/2

1/2

Fine Art 1


Elective 1

Elective 1

Total 8

10th Grade Year

Course Credit


3108 – Geometry 1

3210 – Biology 1


3021 - Spanish 1


Fine Art 1

Elective 1

Total 8

12th Grade Year

Course Credit


Upper Level Math 1



1/2

1/2

Fine Art 1

5976 - JTG 1

Elective 1

Elective 1

Elective 1

Total 7 or 8

Possible Fine Art courses: Intro. to Fine Arts, Visual Art I, Visual Art II, Visual Art

III, Visual Art IV, Marching Band, Concert Band, Music History, and Music Theory &

Harmony.

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Health Science Forensic Science

9th Grade Year

Course Credit





3303 – Wellness 1

5998 – Health Sci Ed 1


Elective 1

Total 8

11th Grade Year

Course Credit




3231 - Physics

1


3081 – ACT Prep

1/2

1/2

5991 – Anatomy & Phys. 1


Elective 1

Elective 1

Total 8

10th Grade Year

Course Credit


3108 – Geometry 1

3210 – Biology 1


3021 - Spanish 1


5994 – Diagnostic Med. 1

Elective 1

Total 8

12th Grade Year

Course Credit


Upper Level Math 1



1/2

1/2

5996 – Forensic Sci. 1

5976 - JTG 1

Elective 1

Elective 1

Elective 1

Total 7 or 8

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Humanities

9th Grade Year

Course Credit





3303 – Wellness 1


Elective 1

Elective 1

Total 8

11th Grade Year

Course Credit




3231 - Physics

1


3081 – ACT Prep

1/2

1/2

Humanities 1


Elective 1

Elective 1

Total 8

10th Grade Year

Course Credit


3108 – Geometry 1

3210 – Biology 1


3021 - Spanish 1


Humanities 1

Elective 1

Total 8

12th Grade Year

Course Credit


Upper Level Math 1



1/2

1/2

Humanities 1

5976 - JTG 1

Elective 1

Elective 1

Elective 1

Total 7 or 8

Possible Humanities courses: Speech, Creative Writing, Journalism, W. History,

Psychology, Contemporary Issues, College Literature, and College American History.

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Math and Science

9th Grade Year

Course Credit





3303 – Wellness 1


Elective 1

Elective 1

Total 8

11th Grade Year

Course Credit




3231 - Physics

1


3081 – ACT Prep

1/2

1/2

Math or Science 1


Elective 1

Elective 1

Total 8

10th Grade Year

Course Credit


3108 – Geometry 1

3210 – Biology 1


3021 - Spanish 1


Math or Science 1

Elective 1

Total 8

12th Grade Year

Course Credit


Upper Level Math 1



1/2

1/2

Math or Science 1

5976 - JTG 1

Elective 1

Elective 1

Elective 1

Total 7 or 8

Possible Math & Science courses: Environmental Science, Biology II, AP Chemistry, Chemistry &

Physics (one required, one program of study), Human Anatomy & Physiology (not CTE class), and

any additional math beyond the 4 required. (Algebra IA and Algebra IIA are strictly electives,

never math credits.)

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S.T.E.M. Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math

9th Grade Year

Course Credit





3303 – Wellness 1

5917 – Foundations of Tech. 1


Elective 1

Total 8

11th Grade Year

Course Credit




3231 - Physics

1


3081 – ACT Prep

1/2

1/2

5919 – ATA or 5920 - ADA 1


Elective 1

Elective 1

Total 8

10th Grade Year

Course Credit


3108 – Geometry 1

3210 – Biology 1


3021 - Spanish 1


5918 – Tech Issues 1

Elective 1

Total 8

12th Grade Year

Course Credit


Upper Level Math 1



1/2

1/2

5919- ATA or 5920 - ADA 1

5976 - JTG 1

Elective 1

Elective 1

Elective 1

Total 7 or 8

Suggested electives: Extra math & science classes.

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COURSE

DESCRIPTIONS

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Fine Arts Intro. to Fine Arts – 3556

Grades 9-12 1 Credit

Prerequisite: None

This course will is a combination of General Music,

Visual Art, and some Dance or Theatre. This

course will count a fine arts credit.

Visual Art - 3501


Prerequisite: None

Art I is a general survey course which fulfills the

fine arts credit for college entrance. Included in

the course are basic drawing skills and the study

of the art elements and principals of design.

Specific artists are included along with the

historical significance of various art movements.

Major projects encourage students to become

aware of the art around them. A fee is charged

for supplies. This course will satisfy the fine art

requirement for college bound students, an

elective credit, or toward the Fine Arts program

of study.

Visual Art II - 3502


Prerequisite: V. Art I

Art II is a further development of the basic skills

introduced in Art I. New skills, techniques, and

media are introduced. More independent work is

required. Students should be motivated to find

new and interesting solutions to problems

presented by the teacher. Exhibit of work is

required. A fee is charged for supplies.

Visual Art III - 3503


Prerequisite: V. Art II

Art III includes intense portfolio work. The

students are expected to do independent work.

Each student is required to participate in school

art shows. A fee is charged for supplies.

Visual Art IV - 3504

Grades 12 1 Credit

Prerequisite: V. Art III

Art IV consists mostly of studio work. The

students are expected to continue working

intensely on their portfolios. A large independent

project is also required for this course. The

students are expected to participate in school art

shows. A fee is charged for supplies.

Theory & Harmony – 3514

Grades 11-12 1/2 Credit

Co-requisite: Music History

Prerequisite: Some musical knowledge & training

essential

You do not have to be a band student to take

this course, but some musical knowledge and

training is essential. Basic fundamentals of music

theory will be covered. The basics of notation,

scales, meters, intervals, chords, and the

development of reading and hearing skills will be

emphasized. This course is designed to prepare

the musical student for more advanced study of

music after high school. In addition, the student

will develop further knowledge of how the musical

system works and will be able to relate this

knowledge to the performance of his/her

instrument of choice.

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Music History – 3517

Grades 11-12 1/2 Credit

Co-requisite: Theory and Harmony

Prerequisite: Some musical knowledge & training

essential

You do not have to be a band student to take

this course, but some musical knowledge and

training is essential. This course will trace the

development of Western Art Music from its

origins in the Middle Ages until present day.

Students will familiarize themselves with several

listening examples of all periods. Several periods

in history will also be discussed and how society

played a role in the development of the music of

the time.

Marching Band – 3530M


Prerequisite: Director approval & Band Camp

The marching band meets during the fall semester.

The Band performs at all home football games,

select away games, several marching contests and

parades. The band consists of winds, percussion,

and color guard from the high school as well as

selected members from the middle school.

Member of the band are required to attend all

summer camps, after school rehearsals, and

performances. Students should expect to supply

their own instruments; however, the school has a

limited number for student use. Students in this

course will also further develop musical ability

through progressive study in various method books

in a concert band style setting. In addition to

marching band performances, this group will

perform high quality literature for concert band in

a fall and winter concert. This course will satisfy

the fine art requirement for college bound

students, ½ PE credit, credit toward fine Art

program of study or simply an elective credit.

Concert Band – 3530C


Prerequisite: Director approval

The concert band meets in the spring semester. It

serves to further develop musical ability through

progressive study in various method books. This

group will also perform high quality literature for

concert band. Evaluation is based on participation,

practice, and individual performance. Students

should expect to supply their own instruments;

however, the school has a limited number for

student use. In addition, there will be numerous

performances and after school rehearsals that the

student will be expected to attend. This course

will satisfy the fine art requirement for college

bound students, but it may also serve as a credit in

the Fine Arts program of study.

Foreign Language

Spanish I - 3021


Prerequisite: None

Level I provides the opportunity to develop skills

of speaking, listening, reading, and writing.

Spanish I students also study the culture, history,

and life styles of several Hispanic countries as well

as the influence of Hispanics in the United States.

A fee is charged.

Spanish II - 3022


Prerequisite: Span. I

Level II is a continuation of Spanish I and

presents a more complex understanding of

grammatical structures, culture and history of

Hispanic countries. Students read and write in the

target language and there is continued stress on

proficiency and fluency. A fee is charged.

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Spanish III - 3023


Prerequisite: Span. II

This course is based more on communication. It

will also enable students to establish a deeper

understanding of the culture as connected to the

spoken language.

Language Arts

English 9 - 3001

Grade 9 1 Credit

Prerequisite: None

Review as needed: parts of speech, parts of the

sentence, capitalization, and punctuation.

Composition skills emphasize sentence combining

and paragraph writing. The literature study is a

genre approach that includes short stories, drama,

poetry, and non-fiction. Included are such major

works as Romeo and Juliet, The Odyssey, and

Animal Farm. A state mandated end-of-course

exam is given at the conclusion of this course that

will count 25% of the student’s grade. This course

is required for all students.

English 9 Honors – 3001H

Grade 9 1 Credit

Prerequisite: None

*Summer reading is required*

This course will move at an accelerated pace.

There will be teacher selected required summer

reading of 3 to 5 age appropriate novels. Minimal

review will be provided on parts of speech, parts of

the sentence, capitalization, and punctuation. This

course will tackle all components in a more

accelerated pace and more in-depth than the

regular English 9 course. Composition skills

emphasize sentence combining and paragraph

writing. The literature study is a genre approach

that includes short stories, drama, poetry, and

non-fiction. Included are such major works as

Romeo and Juliet, The Odyssey, and Animal Farm.

A state mandated end-of-course exam is given at

the conclusion of this course that will count 25%

of the student’s grade. This course is will meet

the English 9 state requirement.

English 10 – 3002

Grade 10 1 Credit

Prerequisite: English 9

This course has a strong emphasis on grammar

usage through writing and review of communication

skills for the End-of-course Exam. Composition

skills include paragraph types and narrative and

expository essays. The literature is also

approached by genre and includes short stories,

drama, poetry, and non-fiction. Included are such

major works as Julius Caesar. A state mandated

end-of-course exam will be given at the conclusion

of this course that will count 25% of the student’s

grade. This course is required for all students.

English 10 Honors – 3002H

Grade 10 1 Credit

Prerequisite: English 9 & application process

* Summer reading required*See Teacher for list*

This course has a strong emphasis on grammar

usage; critical analysis of literature, and essay

writing. Composition skills include paragraph types

and narrative and expository essays. The

literature is also approached by genre and includes

short stories, drama, poetry, and non-fiction.

Included are such major works as Julius Caesar, To Kill a Mockingbird, The Arthurian Legend, Lord of the Flies, and Greek & Roman mythology. A state

mandated end-of-course exam will be given at the

conclusion of this course that will count 25% of

the student’s grade. Students are also required to

take a final exam in this course. This course meets

the requirement of English 10.

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English 11 - 3003

Grade 11 1 Credit


Emphasis on the finer points of sentence structure

and grammar. Composition skills include

descriptive, persuasive, and expository essay

writing and a research paper will be written. A

chronological approach to American literature

includes all genre types. Included are such major

works as Our Town, The Crucible, The Scarlet Letter, and American poetry and short stories. A

summer reading will be required. A state mandated

end-of-course exam will be given at the conclusion

of this course that will count 25% of the student’s

grade. This course is required for all students.

College/Honors English 11 –

3003H

Grade 11 1 high school credit 3 hours of college credit if student earns a C average and pays the tuition Prerequisites (for college credit): English 9, English10, GPA 3.0, ACT or PLAN – English & Reading sub-test scores of 19 minimum.

For students with above-average language skills,

this course emphasizes sentence structure

problems, transitional elements, and logic in the

study of grammar and writing skills. Composition

includes persuasive, expository and descriptive

essays, critical analysis, and several research

papers. Students will be enrolled in Nashville

State Community College’s English Composition

1010. Included are such works as The Crucible, The Scarlet Letter, As I Lay Dying, Our Town, The Awakening, and American poetry. This course can

be substituted in place of the regular English 11

required for graduation. This course may be

substituted for the English III requirement for

graduation. College tuition and text will be paid

for by student.

English 12 - 3005

Grade 12 1 Credit


This course is a chronological survey of British

literature and the necessary historical

implications, vocabulary that is relevant to the

literature, and writing skills which focus primarily

on the essay. Additional materials, such as novels,

magazines, etc., are occasionally used to

supplement the texts. Major works studied include

such texts as Beowulf, Canterbury Tales, Macbeth,

and Brave New World. This course is required for

all students.

College/HonorsHonors English 12

– 3005H

Grade 12

1 high school credit 3 hours of college credit if student earns a C average and pays the tuition. Prerequisites (for college credit): English 9, English10, English 11 or Honor English 11, GPA 3.0, ACT or PLAN - English& Reading sub-test scores of 19 minimum.

This course should only be considered by highly

motivated students with above-average language

skills, who will be enrolled in Nashville State

Community College’s English Composition 1020.

This rigorous class requires numerous expository

and persuasive essays, outside reading, and study

in the classics of British and western literature

including such works as Beowulf, Canterbury Tales,

Othello, Heart of Darkness, Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man, and British poetry. This course

can be substituted for English 12 required for

graduation. College tuition and text will be paid

for by student.

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College/HonorsHonors Literature

– 3005CL

Grade 12 1 high school credit

3 hours of college credit if student earns a C average and pays the tuition Prerequisites: Must have taken the College/Honors English IV. In order to get college credit, must have completed Eng 1010 and Eng 1020. This course follows the basic syllabus for Eng

2030 at Nashville State Community College. The

class concentrated on one main theme in literature

(i.e. Southern Literature). This course can count

toward the Humanities program of study.

Journalism - Newspaper –

3008N


Prerequisites: Teacher approval after application

process

For the self-motivated student who wishes to take

part in publishing the school newspaper. It

involves all of the skills necessary for the

publication of a paper, including advertising,

writing and revising, copy reading, layout design,

and photography. Also, course includes

opportunities for editor positions and work in video

production. Staff will be limited to no more than

20 students.

Journalism – Yearbook – 3008Y


Prerequisites: Teacher approval after

application process

Students will produce the yearbook for the school.

They will blueprint the entire book; design the

cover, end sheets, and graphic art; choose the

theme; sell the ads and the yearbooks. Students

must apply and be approved by the yearbook

teacher.

Creative Writing - 3012


Prerequisite: None

This class will focus on the major types of creative

writing including poetry, short stories, and

dramatic works. Students will be expected to

write daily and turn in a major writing weekly. A

credit in this course can count toward the

Humanities program of study.

Speech - 3015


Prerequisites: None

In this course, students will develop the skills to

generate ideas, research topics, organize

information, and prepare for oral presentations. A

credit in this course can count toward the

Humanities program of study.

Mathematics

Algebra I – 3102

Grade 9-12 1 Credit

Required for graduation

Working with variables, solving algebraic equations,

factoring, working with rational expressions,

simplifying radicals and graphing are concepts to

be explored in this course. Students will be

required to master all algebra skills that are

mandated by the state of Tennessee. A state

mandated end-of-course exam will be given at the


the student’s grade. This course is required for all

students.

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Algebra I Honors – 3102H

Grade 9 1 Credit

Prerequisite: Application process

This course will work at a much more rigorous pace

and go more in-depth than the regular Algebra I

course. Students will be required to master all

algebra skills that are mandated by the state of

Tennessee. It is highly recommended that

students purchase a TI-83, TI-84 Plus (silver

edition), or TI-nSpire (non-cas) graphing

calculator. Students will also be required to take a

state mandated end-of-course exam will be given

at the conclusion of this course that will count

25% of the student’s grade as well as the final

exam for the school. This course is meets the

requirement of Algebra I needed for graduation.

Algebra II - 3103


Prerequisite: Algebra I & Geometry

Algebra II provides more practice at solving

algebraic sentences and expands many of the

concepts in Algebra I. Students will be expected

to work more practice problems in order to achieve

mastery. The concept of functions is introduced

and studied in depth. The real number system is

expanded to include more complex math involving

quadratic equations, matrices, and determinants.

A state mandated end-of-course exam will be given


25% of the student’s grade. This course is

required for all students.

Geometry - 3108


Prerequisite: Algebra I

This course will cover the basic elements of

Euclidean Geometry, proofs, properties of parallel

lines, properties of congruent triangles, properties

of quadrilaterals, and proportion and similarity. In

addition, right triangle trigonometry, circles, and

surface area and volume of solid figures are

covered. It is encouraged that students own a TI-

83, TI-84 plus (silver edition), or TI-nSpire (non-

cas) graphing calculator

Geometry Honors- 3108H


Prerequisite: Algebra I & application process

This course will work at a much more rigorous pace

and more in-depth than the regular geometry class.

The students will be required to master the skills

mandated by the state of Tennessee. It is highly

recommended that students own a TI-83, TI-84

plus (silver edition), or TI-nSpire (non-cas)

graphing calculator. Students will be required to

take the final exam in this course. This course

meets the requirement of geometry needed for

graduation.

Pre-Calculus - 3126


Prerequisite: Algebra I & II, & Geometry

This course is an advanced mathematics course

that uses meaningful problems and appropriate

technologies to build upon previously learned

mathematical concepts to develop the

underpinnings of calculus.

Calculus - 3131

Grades 12 1 Credit

Prerequisite: Pre-Calculus



technologies to explore the mathematical process

of graphs, limits, functions, derivatives, and

integrals.

Statistics - 3136





technologies to use statistical concepts developed

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in previous courses to develop more advanced

means of statistical analyses, interpretations, and

predictions.

Bridge Math - 3181

Grades 12 1 Credit


This math course is especially designed to address

the needs of students who did not score at least a

19 on the Mathematics section of the ACT. It is

considered a higher level math, however, does not

qualify as a math course for the Tennessee

Scholars program or Valedictorian/Salutatorian.

This course is in alignment with the Developmental

Studies Program for Mathematics outcomes.

Physical Education

PE II - 3302


Prerequisite: Non athletes

This course is designed to help students improve

their physical conditioning. This course is designed

to meet the extra PE graduation requirement for

the non-student athletes.

Boys Basketball – 9313B


Prerequisite: Basketball Coach’s Permission

ONLY

This is not an academic credit and cannot be

used for athletic eligibility. Basketball is

designed to teach the fundamental skills of

basketball: shooting, passing, catching, dribbling,

etc. This course improves physical conditioning

through the use of weight training, running,

stretching exercises, and quickness drills. During

off season, running and working the weights are

continued with such activities as tennis, pickle ball,

ping-pong, softball, and baseball.

* This is an in-house credit and will not be part of

the overall GPA.

Football – 9313F


Prerequisite: Football Coach’s Permission ONLY


used for athletic eligibility. PE II Football is

designed to teach the fundamental skills of

football: tackling, blocking, running, etc. This

course improves physical conditioning through the

use of weight training, running, stretching

exercise, and quickness drills.


the overall GPA.

Girls Basketball – 9313G


Prerequisite: Basketball Coach’s Permission

ONLY


used for athletic eligibility. Girls basketball is

comprised of various activities that reinforce the

skills needed to compete on the interscholastic

sport of basketball. Activities include weight

lifting, plymetrics, aerobic exercise, agility

exercises, and activities that require teamwork.


the overall GPA.

Wellness - 3303


Prerequisite: Required for all 9th graders

Wellness is comprised both of health and physical

education. This course is designed to help the

students make good decisions about their bodies

throughout their lives. Wellness offers the

students activities which can help them develop

physically and carry in their adult lives by making

them more fit. The activities offered in this

course are physical activities that can be enjoyed

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throughout life by individuals. This course is


Science

Physical Science - 3202

Grade 9 1 Credit

Prerequisite: Required for all 9th graders

This course includes the fundamentals of

chemistry and physics, including chemical

reactions, properties of matter, motion, force,

electricity, magnetism, sound and light. Laboratory

activities are an integral part of these studies. A

lab fee is required for supplies. This course meets

the lab science courses required for graduation.

Biology I – 3210

Grade 10 1 Credit


This course is a general course in life science

including studies of plants, animals, human biology,

and environmental science. Laboratory skills will

be developed on an individual and group basis.

Laboratory activities comprise a major part of this

course. Collections and field studies are

presented. A fee is charged for lab supplies. A

state mandated end-of-course exam will be given


25% of the student’s grade. This course is


Biology II – 3216

Grade 11 1 Credit

Prerequisite: Biology 1

This course is a continuation of the Biology 1, but

in more depth and rigor. Laboratory skills will be

mastered on an individual and group basis.

Laboratory activities comprise a major part of this

course. A fee is charged for lab supplies. A credit

in this course can be counted as an elective credit

or a credit toward the STEM program of study.

Chemistry - 3221


Prerequisite: Algebra I & Biology I

An understanding of chemical fundamentals,

competency in dealing with chemical problems and

calculations, analytical thinking, basic lab reports,

preparation and use of charts and graphs. Topics

include: measurements, problem-solving, atomic

structure, periodic table, chemical bonding,

formulas, compounds, equations, reactions,

stoichiometry, and gas laws. A fee is charged for

lab supplies. This course or Physics is required for

all students.

Chemistry Honors – 3221H


Prerequisite: Algebra I & Biology I

A more in-depth look at the understanding of

chemical fundamentals, competency in dealing with

chemical problems and calculations, analytical

thinking, basic lab reports, preparation and use of

charts and graphs. Topics include: measurements,

problem-solving, atomic structure, periodic table,

chemical bonding, formulas, compounds, equations,

reactions, stoichiometry, and gas laws. Additional

work and/or projects will be required in this

course in order to meet the honors requirements.

A fee is charged for lab supplies. This course or

Physics is mets the requirement for graduation.

AP Chemistry - 3225


Prerequisite: Algebra 11 & Chemistry 1

This course is designed to be the equivalent of the

general chemistry course usually taken during the

first college year. The students will attain a depth

of understanding of fundamentals and a reasonable

competence in dealing with chemical problems.

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This course is rigorous while developing the

students’ abilities to think clearly and to express

their ideas, orally and in writing, with clarity and

logic. An AP exam is expected at the conclusion of

this course ($86). Upon scoring a 3 or better on

the AP exam, students may receive college credit

for the first semester of college chemistry. This

course can count as an elective credit or toward a

credit in the STEM program of study.

Physics - 3231


Prerequisite: Biology I, Algebra II or Geometry

This course deals with the relationship between

matter and energy and how they interact. Students will carry out investigations in various

areas using inquiry based learning, hands-on

laboratory investigations, observation of

demonstrations, individual studies, and group

activities. This course will afford students the

opportunity to apply knowledge and prerequisite

skills, habits of mind needed for problem solving

and ethical decision-making about local and global

scientific and technological concerns. This course

will provide knowledge and experiences needed for

advanced studies and personal career choices. This

course or Chemistry is required for all students.

If not taken as the required credit, it can count as

an elective credit or a credit toward the STEM

program of study.

Environmental Science - 3260


Prerequisite: None

Laboratory course designed for students in both

university and career technical paths. Included

are studies of water, soil, wildlife and its

management, recycling and waste management on

both local and global scales, and other significant

environmental issues. Lab skills in both physical

and biological sciences are necessary, especially

use of basic chemistry equipment for water and

soil analysis. Wildlife management units require a

basic knowledge of plant and animal behavior. A

fee is charged for supplies. This course meets one

of the lab science courses required for graduation,

an elective credit, or a credit toward the STEM

program of study.

Social Studies

World History - 3401

Grades 9-12 1 Credit Prerequisite: None

This course is a study of the rise of civilization,

the medieval world, and civilization of Asia, Africa,

and the Americas. It includes the transition to

modern times-a renaissance and reformation, the

rising tide of revolution, industrialization, western

imperialism, civilization in crisis, and the

contemporary world. The period of time covered

would be Renaissance to the present. This course

or World Geography is required for all students.

College World Civilization–3401C

3 hours of college credit if student earns a C average and pays the tuition Prerequisites (for college credit): GPA 3.0, ACT or PLAN – English & Reading sub-test scores of 19 minimum.

This course should only be considered by highly

motivated students who will be enrolled in

Nashville State Community College’s HIST 1110.

This rigorous class requires outside assignments

and study time. This course is a study of social,

cultural, economic, and political aspects of

significant civilizations from the period of

unwritten history through the seventeenth

century. This course can be considered an elective

credit or it may help satisfy the Humanities

Program of Study.

U. S. History - 3405



This course is required for graduation. Students

taking this course will cover the period from the

“age of discovery” to the present times. Emphasis

will be placed on the origins of the nation’s present

problems and on current affairs. A state

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mandated end-of-course exam is given at the


the student’s grade. This course is required for all

students.

U. S. Government - 3407

Grade 11-12 1/2 Credit


This course will study the structure of national,

state, and local governments. Emphasis will be

placed on the importance of individual participation

in the political/government process. This course is


World Geography - 3410

Grades 9 1 Credit

Prerequisite: None

In this course students will study people, places,

and environments at local, regional, national, and

international levels from the spatial and ecological

perspectives of geography. This course or World

History is required for all students.

Economics - 3431

Grade 12 1/2 Credit


In this course the students will study the market

economy and the free enterprise system,

acquainting students with the numerous economic

problems valuable for future use. It includes

presentation of economic laws and their application

to everyday problems, along with foreign economic

policy and its relationship to national and

international economic systems. This course is


Psychology – 3433

Grade 10-12 1 Credit

Prerequisites: None

In this course students will study the development

of the individual and the personality. The six

social standards of essential content knowledge

and four process skills are integrated for

instructional purposes.

Contemporary Issues – 3435


Prerequisites: None

In this course, students will study various dynamic

issues facing today’s society enabling them to

discover their values and responsibilities as

citizens in that society. This course will utilize six

social standards of essential content knowledge

and four process skills are integrated for

instructional purposes. Students will utilize

different learning methods to research, discuss,

debate, and formulate opinions on those

contemporary issues.

Personal Finance – 3496

Grade 12 1/2 Credit

Prerequisites: None

This course is based on the national standards for

financial education. It teaches students basic

financial planning concepts that apply to everyday

life. This innovative, hands-on curriculum is built

around the four-phase learning process,

competency-based learning, and continuous

learning. This course is required for all students.

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Agriculture

Ag Mech. and Maint. - 5944


Prerequisite: Principles of Ag. Sciences

This course is the second in the sequence for the

Agriculture Power, Structure and Technical

Systems program of study. This course prepares

students for operational procedures for a shop or

a home environment. Students learn basic skills in

areas ranging from welding, and electricity to land

measuring to plumbing. This course will also include

experiences and related instruction in leadership

development. Individual instruction, as well as,

group projects will be a vital part of the course.

Future Farmers of America is an integral part of

this course.

Ag Power & Equipment – 5945


Prerequisite: Principles of Ag. Sciences & Ag.

Mech. & Maint.

This course is the third in the sequence for the

Agriculture Power, Structures, and Technical

Systems program of study. This course includes

basic information and laboratory activities on small

engines, tractors and agricultural maintenance,

repair and overhaul. The course will address the

competencies for electrical motors, hydraulic

systems and fuel-powered engines.

Prin of Ag. Sciences - 5947

Grade 9-12 1 Credit

Prerequisite: None

This is the first course in the Agriculture Power,

Structures and Technical Systems program of

study. This course is designed to introduce

students to the possibilities that agriculture

education offers. Through the study of

agriculture you will be introduced to the FFA

organization, plants, animals, and soil sciences.

Students will learn the business sense and

leadership skills needed to create the products

that make agriculture the nation’s number one

industry. Future Farmers of America is an integral

part of this course.

Ag. Engineering - 5963

Grade 12 1 Credit

Prerequisite: Principles of Ag. Sciences, Ag.

Mech & Maint., & Ag. Power & Equip.

This course is the fourth and final course in the

sequence for the Agriculture Power, Structures,

and Technical Systems program of study. This

course includes metal fabrication and agricultural

structures. Subject matter will include hot/cold

metal work, cost and material computation,

electrical wiring and codes, engine service and

repair, blueprint reading and drawing, and selection

of appropriate materials for projects.

Business Management

Computer Applications – 5891

Grades 9 – 12 1 Credit

Prerequisite: None

This course is designed to demonstrate advanced

keyboarding skills in the production of mailable

business documents. Industry production

standards are emphasized. Students are evaluated

on proofreading and editing skills. Formatting,

typography, and layout and design concepts are

applied in document preparation of business

letters, forms, invoices, manuscripts, and

tabulated and columnar information. This course is

required for students completing the Business

Management and Administration program of study,

but may also be an elective credit for other

students.

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Business Principles - 5905


Prerequisite: Computer Applications

Corequisite: Personal Finance

This course is designed to introduce students to all

aspects of business: the domestic and

international economics, financial principles,

management strategies, administrative and

information systems, ethics, and organizational and

professional leadership. Students will analyze the

elements of the business environment and focus on

attitudinal and problem-solving skills inherent to

success.

Personal Finance – 5901


Prerequisite: Computer Applications

Corequisite: Business Principles

This course is designed to help students

understand the impact of individual choices on

occupational goals and future earnings potential.

Real world topics covered will include income,

money management, spending and credit, as well as

saving and investing. Students will design personal

and household budgets; simulate use of checking

and saving accounts; demonstrate knowledge of

finance, debt, and credit management; and evaluate

and understand insurance and taxes. This course

will provide a foundational understanding for

making informed personal financial decisions.

Administrative Management -

5895


Prerequisite: Computer Applications, Personal

Finance & Business Princ.

Students will develop skills from previous courses

by incorporating and enhancing them through a

multi-tasking environment using a variety of input

technologies. Procedures and concepts are related

to information processing systems, administrative

information management, problem solving,

reasoning, team-building, time management,

business standards, feasibility studies,

cost/budgeting, professional leadership, ethical

and legal issues, mathematics and communications.

Production and administrative skills are developed

to meet industry’s standards.

Adv. Computer Applications -

5904

Grade 12 1 Credit


Finance & Business Princ, Administrative Mngt.

Students will learn necessary skills in problem

solving using current and emerging integrated

technology to include a variety of input

technologies in the production of professional

quality business documents and presentations. The

course focuses on student choice, accountability,

and performance. Students increase their

employability by working toward the attainment of

high-level skills in the areas of integrated

software applications, communication skills, ethical

issues, human relations, leadership, self-

management, and workplace management.

Virtual Enterprises - 5900

Grade 11-12 1 or 2 Credits


Finance & Business Prin., and Business

Management

This course simulates a business environment.

Students will be involved in accounting, personnel

administration, management, and marketing. The

difference between this course and an actual

business is that no material goods are produced or

legal tender exchanged.

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Health Science

Health Science Education - 5998


Prerequisite: None

This course is an introductory course for students

interested in a career in the healthcare field.

Course includes: basic health care information on

services and products related to the health of

people or animals. Topics include: career choices,

legal responsibilities, ethics, teamwork, First

Aid/CPR, safety practices, and skill development

relevant for the health care professional. This

course is the first in the sequence for students

completing the Biotechnology Research and

Development program of study.

Diagnostic Medicine – 5994


Prerequisite: Health Science Ed.

The students will learn the ways diagnostic

medicine creates a picture of an individual’s health

at a single point in time. This could include but is

not limited to cardiology, imaging, medical

laboratory, radiology and other forms of diagnostic

medicine. Upon completion, students may take

clinical internship. This course is the second in the

sequence for students completing the

Biotechnology Research and Development program

of study

Anatomy & Physiology - 5991

Grade 11-12 1 Credit

Prerequisite: Health Sci. Ed & Diagnostic

Medicine

This course is designed to be a survey of human

structure and biological functions. Laboratory

activities will constitute a significant portion of

the course. This is a useful course for students

planning college entry in a medical field. A fee is

charged for supplies. This course is the third in

the sequence for students completing the

Biotechnology Research and Development program

of study

Forensic Science - 5996

Grade 12 1 Credit

Prerequisite: Health Sci. Ed., Diagnostic Med.

& Anatomy & Phys.

This course is an overview of how science is applied

to solving crimes. Topics including history of

forensic sciences, collecting of evidence, analyzing

results and hands-on application of many

laboratory techniques used in solving crimes and

identifying people and future careers. Students

will participate in a mock (staged) crime scene to

apply knowledge and skills gained. This course is

the last in the sequence for students completing

the Biotechnology Research and Development

program of study

S.T.E.M.

Foundations of Technology -

5917

Grades 9 -12 1 Credit

Prerequisite: None

The course will focus on the three dimensions of

technological literacy: knowledge, ways of think

and acting, and capabilities, with the foal of

students developing the characteristics of

technologically literate citizens. It will employ

teaching/learning strategies that enable students

to build their own understanding of new ideas. It

is designed to engage students in exploring and

deepening their understanding of engineering.

Students must make 100% on a safety test. This

course is the first in the sequence for the STEM

program of study.

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Technological Issues – 5918


Prerequisite: Foundations of Technology

This course will actively engage students in making

and developing, using, and managing technology

systems. Students will better understand the role

of systems in meeting specific needs and will be

able to analyze and understand the behavior and

operation of basic technological systems in

different contexts. Students will investigate

critical historical and emerging issues affecting

the creation, development, use, and control of

technology. They will use case studies, simulations,

research, design and problem solving. And group

discussions and presentation to address complex

issues and propose alternative solutions to

technological developments. Students must make

100% on a safety test. This course is the second

in the sequence for the STEM program of study.

Advanced Technological

Applications – 5919


Prerequisite: Foundations of Technology &

Technological Issues

This course is consists of four units: Information

Technology, Agriculture and Bio-related

Technologies, medical, and

Entertainment/Recreational Technologies.

Students must make 100% on a safety test. This

course may be the third in the sequence for the

STEM program of study.

Advanced Design Applications –

5920 Grades 11 – 12 1 Credit

Prerequisite: Foundations of Technology &

Technological Issues

This course consists of four units: Manufacturing,

Energy and Power, Construction, and

Transportation Technologies. Students must make

100% on a safety test. This course may be used as

the third in the sequence for the STEM program

of study.

Electives

JTG (Jobs for Tennessee

Graduates) - 5976

Grade 12 1 Credit

Prerequisite: None

This course is an employability skills program that

focuses on preparing students to enter the

workforce upon graduation. Skills include cover

letter, resume, and application writing as well as

communication, teamwork, and leadership. Classes

are one semester in length and a post graduation

follow up program is included.

Peer Tutoring – 9331


Prerequisite: Must have permission from teacher prior to registration. Students will tutor fellow students in various

courses. A journal will be required for this class in

which they will document their daily activities.

Work-Based Learning


Prerequisite: Must already have a job

This course is designed to give credit to students

for on-site job experiences. The duties the

student performs on the job site must correlate

with a course the student is taking that same

semester. In the event a correlation cannot be

made, the student will need to drop the course and

pick a replacement class.

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