H Academic Decathlon (031201/031202) H ACAD DECATHLON 1-2

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12     Credit: 1 credit per semester

Prerequisites:  Permission of instructor

Course Content: The United States Academic Decathlon® emphasizes the personal and academic growth of each student who, by meeting the challenges with honesty and integrity, can reap the rewards of greater self-knowledge and self-confidence. The ten-event academic program strives to foster a greater respect for knowledge, to promote wholesome inter-school academic competition, and to further develop student communication skills.

 

H Accounting 1-2 (120211/120212)    

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level:  10, 11, 12     Credit: 1 credit per semester

Notes: Student should have an interest with mathematics and finance.

Course Content: This two-semester course covers sole proprietorship accounting principles involved in the preparation and maintenance of financial records concerned with business management and operations.  It is a comprehensive introduction to basic accounting including recording, summarizing and reporting, principles of income measurement and asset valuation, and accounting systems and controls.  Students are exposed to careers in the accounting field and are given the opportunity to perform accounting applications using the computer.  An introduction to partnerships and corporations may be included.

 

 

Grade	Suggested Progression of Classes	Encouraged Elective
9	Freshman Seminar and CAD/Design Engineering 1-2 (170211)	Accounting 1-2 Digital Media Foundations of Computing 1-2 Ind Mat Pro 1-2 Ind Mat Pro 3-4 Web Design 1-2 2-3 Years World Language
10	CAD/Design Engineering 3-4 (170221)
11	CAD/Design Engineering 5-6 (170241)
12	H CAD/Design Engineering 7-8 (170261)

 

CAD 1-2 (170211/170212) CAD/DESIGN ENG 1-2

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12     Credit: 1 credit per semester

Note: This course is eligible for Dual Enrollment with Metro Community College.

Course Content: This course will introduce the student to basic drafting skills, technology, and introductory applications of graphic communications. The development of visualization skills, sketching, and the use of software programs are used in computer aided drafting (CAD).

 

CAD 3-4 (170221/170222) CAD/DESIGN ENG 3-4

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level: 10, 11, 12     Credit: 1 credit per semester

Prerequisites: Successful completion of CAD Design Engineering 1-2 or instructor permission

Note: This course is eligible for Dual Enrollment with Metro Community College.

Course Content: This course will further develop skills introduced in CAD/Design Engineering 1-2 to produce complete, accurate drawings. Applications to architecture and machine tool drawing will be emphasized. Continued development of CAD skills will be stressed.

 

CAD 5-6 (170241/170242) CAD/DESIGN ENG 5-6

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level: 11, 12     Credit: 1 credit per semester

Prerequisites: Successful completion of CAD Design Engineering 3-4 or instructor permission

Course Content: This course will further refine skills developed in CAD/Design Engineering 3-4 to produce drawings in either architectural or machine tool drafting. Continued development of CAD skills will be stressed.  

 

H CAD Design Engineering 7-8 (170261/170262) H CAD DESIGN ENG 7-8

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level: 12     Credit: 1 credit per semester

Prerequisites: Successful completion of CAD Design Engineering 5-6 or instructor permission

Course Content: This course provides students the opportunity to further refine their skills in either architectural or machine tool drafting using CAD. Students will produce a project that may include using 3-D design, animation, or CAD.

 

 

Grade	Suggested Progression of Classes	Encouraged Elective
9	Freshman Seminar	Accounting 1-2 Digital Design Foundations of Computing 1-2 Marketing 1-2 Textile Const and Design 1-2  Textile Const and Design 3-4  2-3 Years World Language
10	Other Elective
11	Foods 1-2 (140621)
12	Culinary Skills 1-2 (140631)

 

Foods 1-2 (140621/140622)

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level: 11, 12        Credit: 1 credit per semester

Prerequisites:  . Teacher recommendation needed for Culinary 1-2.

Course Content This course introduces nutrition, wellness and food preparation skills to students.  The course involves the study of cultural and social aspects of nutrition and food time management.

 

Culinary Skills 1-2 (140631/140632)

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level: 11, 12     Credit: 1 credit per semester

Prerequisites: Successful completion of Foods 1-2. Teacher recommendation required.

Notes: Culinary Skills 3-4 and 5-6 classes are only offered at the Omaha Public School Career Center.

Course Content: This course introduces professional skills related to the culinary industry including basic cooking procedures, kitchen safety and sanitation, tool and equipment usage, and preparation of stocks and sauces.  Students will apply these skills through catering projects and experiences.

 

 

 

 

Grade	Suggested Progression of Classes	Encouraged Elective
9	Freshman Seminar	Accounting 1-2 Digital Design Foundations of Computing 1-2 Lifespan Development Web Design 1-2 2-3 Years World Language
10	Marketing 1-2 (120501)
11	Marketing 1-2 (120501) or Marketing 3-4 (120511)
12	Marketing 3-4 (120511)

 

H Marketing 1-2 (120501/120502)

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level: 10, 11, 12     Credit: 1 credit per semester

Course Content: Students will explore the basic functions of marketing:  pricing, promotion, product planning, and place/distribution: the marketing mix.  The curriculum provides the foundational skills and knowledge in economics, communications skills/interpersonal skills, professional career development, business, management, and entrepreneurship.  Application of academic concepts and technology are integrated throughout the curriculum.

 

H Marketing 3-4 (120511/120512)

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level: 11, 12     Credit: 1 credit per semester

Course Content: The course will emphasize entrepreneurial development and responsive marketing strategies that meet customer needs. The course focuses on marketing concepts and the role of marketing in the organization and society. Topics include market segmentation, product development, promotion, distribution, and pricing. Additional topics include external environment, economics, politics, government, marketing research, international marketing, cultural diversity, ethics, technology, and careers in marketing. Capstone activities include development of a marketing or business plan.

 

 

Grade	Required Classes	Encouraged Elective
9	(H) English 1-2	For those that are recommended:      Literacy Skills (9th only)      Academic Literacy (9th or 10th only) Photojournalism Digital Journalism Intro to Contemporary Journalism 1-2 H Yearbook 1-2 H Yearbook 3-4 H Yearbook 5-6 H Newspaper 5-6
10	(H) English 3-4
11	English 5-6 or AP English Language and Composition
12	English 7-8 or AP English Literature and Composition

 

See page 33 for Journalism descriptions

See page 74 for Yearbook descriptions

 

*Students develop cognitively, socially and emotionally along different time and interest continuums. For students who are willing and interested in advanced coursework, but do not meet the course prerequisites, an exception may be requested through a conversation involving building staff, parents/guardians, and the student.

English 1-2 (010341/010342)

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level: 9     Credit: 1 credit per semester

Course Content: This course focuses on the English Language Arts skills of reading, writing, sp3aking and listening.  Students will use a variety of conceptual lenses to gain command of essential skills in written and oral communication and the reading of narrative and informational text.  Students will produce a variety of writing samples in the following modes:  descriptive, narrative, analytical, expository, persuasive, argumentative, and technical.

 

H English 1-2 (010351/010352)

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level: 9      Credit: 1 credit per semester

Prerequisites: Grade of “A” in English Language Arts-8 1 and 2, Grade of “B” or higher in Honors English Language Arts-8 1 and 2, MAP Reading score at or above a score determined by District English Language Arts Supervisor

Course Content: This course provides a more rigorous and intensive study of the English Language Arts skills of reading, writing, speaking and listening as described in English 1-2.  Students will read a variety of narrative and informational texts and produce writing pieces in the following modes:  descriptive, narrative, analytical, expository, persuasive, argumentative, and technical.  Additional course work is required above and beyond the regular English 1-2 course.

 

English 3-4 (010411/010412)

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level: 10     Credit: 1 credit per semester

Course Content: This course focuses on the English Language Arts skills of reading, writing, speaking and listening.  Students will use a variety of conceptual lenses to gain command of essential skills in written and oral communication and the reading of narrative and informational text.  Students will produce a variety of writing samples in the following modes:  descriptive, narrative, analytical, expository, persuasive, argumentative, and technical.

 

H English 3-4 (010421/010422)

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level: 10     Credit: 1 credit per semester               

Prerequisites: Demonstrated high academic ability with teacher recommendation

Course Content: This course provides a more rigorous and intensive study of the English Language Arts skills of reading, writing, speaking and listening as described in English 3-4.  Students will read a variety of narrative and informational texts and produce writing pieces in the following modes:  descriptive, narrative, analytical,

expository, persuasive, argumentative, and technical.  Additional course work is required above and beyond the regular English 3-4 course.

 

English 5-6 (010471/010472)

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level: 11      Credit: 1 credit per semester

Course Content:  This course focuses on the English Language Arts skills of reading, writing, speaking and listening through a study of American literature.  Students will use a variety of conceptual lenses to gain command of essential skills in written and oral communication and the reading of narrative and informational text.  Students will produce a variety of writing samples in the following modes:  descriptive, narrative, analytical, expository, persuasive, argumentative, and technical.

 

AP® English Language & Composition (011911/011912) AP ENG LANG & COMP

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level: 11     Credit: 1 credit per semester

Prerequisites: Demonstrated high academic ability with teacher recommendation

Note: Students who select not to participate in the AP exam are expected to take a cumulative, AP comparable, teacher-graded end of course exam.

Course Content: Advanced Placement® Language and Composition is an Advanced Placement course designed to engage students in the careful reading and critical analysis of primarily non-fiction works, but it also includes American literature and poetry. Through close reading and use of other AP® learning strategies, students deepen their understanding of the ways writers use language to provide both meaning and pleasure for their readers. This course follows the College Board curriculum and involves extensive reading and writing. Advanced educational credit may be available for students who successfully pass the AP® Exam. Dual enrollment options may be available.

 

English 7-8 (010531/010532)

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level: 12     Credit: 1 credit per semester

Course Content: This course focuses on the English Language Arts skills of reading, writing, speaking and listening through a study of British and global literature.  Students will use a variety of conceptual lenses to gain command of essential skills in written and oral communication and the reading of narrative and informational text.  Students will produce a variety of writing samples in the following modes:  descriptive, narrative, analytical, expository, persuasive, argumentative, and technical.

 

AP® English Literature and Composition (011901/011902) AP ENG LIT & COMP

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level: 12     Credit: 1 credit per semester

Prerequisites: Demonstrated high academic ability with teacher recommendation

Note: Students who select not to participate in the AP exam are expected to take a cumulative, AP comparable, teacher-graded end of course exam.

Course Content: Advanced Placement® English Literature and Composition is an Advanced Placement course that engages students in the critical analysis of selected texts from ancient Greece to the contemporary world. Students continue to practice close reading techniques, build their vocabularies and comfort with the language of literary analysis, and approach texts independently with increasing sophistication and critical thinking. This course follows the College Board curriculum and involves extensive reading and writing. Advanced educational credit may be available for students who successfully pass the AP® Exam. Dual enrollment options may be available.

 

Literacy Skills (011181/011182)

Duration: 2 semesters      Grade Level: 9     Credit: 1 credit per semester                    This course is required if recommended.

Prerequisites: Qualifying data (including but not limited to test scores and grades) and teacher/department chair recommendation.

Course Content: Students in this course will improve reading proficiency with explicit, direct instruction in fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension. Strategies for phonemic awareness and phonics will be taught as needed. Students will read leveled, high interest literature for both academic and recreational purposes. Placement is based on standardized test scores and teacher recommendation.

 

Academic Literacy (011011/011012)

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level: 9, *10      Credit: 1 credit per semester         This course is required if recommended.

Prerequisites: Qualifying data (including but not limited to test scores and grades) and teacher/department chair recommendation.

 Course Content: This course helps students develop skills and knowledge to improve their engagement, fluency, and comprehension of content-area materials and texts.  Students will learn to understand and regulate their own reading processes while developing strategies for overcoming reading obstacles.  Placement is based on standardized test scores and teacher recommendation.

 

**Dependent on student test results   Students may not follow the level exactly. It is dependent upon past schooling and reading level.  This plan will provide students with the OPS HS graduation requirements in four years.  Students must plan to attend summer school as well as the supportive learning opportunities on Saturdays, Spring Break and in July to meet these requirements.  Please note that admission into UNL may have additional requirements (ie-2 years of a World Language).

 

ESL 1-2 (155191/155192)

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12     Credit: 2 credits per semester

Notes: Designed for the beginning ESL student.

Course Content: This course is intended for beginning proficiency level English learners (typically a first-year English learners with formal educational experiences). It is worth 2 credits due to double seat time. It focuses on increasing ELs’ academic English skills in the areas of speaking, listening, reading, and writing to an early-intermediate level as measured by the ELP Achievement Level Descriptors. The language and literacy integrated curriculum provides students with a balanced approach to learning English through applying comprehension skills to study authentic literature, informational texts, foundational literacy skills, academic vocabulary development, and academic writing with contextualized grammar. Special attention will be given to develop ELs’ oral language through integration of academic conversations. The curriculum for ESL classes is aligned to the English Language Proficiency standards and is in support of academic language development required for the core content-area standards’ mastery.

 

ESL Math Prep (155301/155302)

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12     Credit: 2 credits per semester

Prerequisites: Taken with Math Essentials

Course Content: This co-requisite course is intended for beginning proficiency level English learners, who are also enrolled in an appropriate math course. The focus of the course will be to build math literacy (language and vocabulary for math.). Course curriculum includes math discourse development. (e.g., academic vocab, how to unpack math word problems, academic conversations about math) and foundational skills review. Curriculum for this course is aligned to the English Language Proficiency standards and is in support of academic language development required for mathematics.

 

ESL Social Studies Foundations 1-2 (159411/159412) ESL SOC ST FOUND 1-2

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12     Credit: 1 credit per semester

Notes: Designed for the beginning ESL student to learn social studies specific vocabulary

Course Content: This ESL course is intended for beginning proficiency level English learners (typically a first-year English learners with formal educational experiences) and supports literacy and English language acquisition. This course explores the life of our country during the time period between Independence to 1900.  Instruction is organized around the themes of geography, history, economics, and civics.  Students investigate the key people, events, and ideas of the United States through primary and secondary sources, multiple perspectives, and the inquiry process. The curriculum for ESL classes is aligned to the English Language Proficiency standards and is in support of academic language development required for mastery of HS US History course standards and curriculum.

 

ESL 3-4 (155351/155352)

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12     Credit: 2 credits per semester

Prerequisites: teacher recommendation

Notes: Designed to improve writing and grammar skills for the intermediate ESL students.

Course Content: This ESL Writing and Grammar course is offered daily and worth 2 credits due to double seat time.  This course is designed for the intermediate ESL student.  The focus of this course will be to continue the development of communication skills, English language vocabulary, and understanding of grammatical structures.  Successful completion of learning goals from ESL 1-2 or demonstration of equivalent skills is required for registration in this course.

 

ESL 3-4 Reading (155231/155232)

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12     Credit: 2 credits per semester

Prerequisites: teacher recommendation

Course Content: This ESL Reading course is offered daily and worth 2 credits due to double seat time.  This course is designed for intermediate ESL students to improve reading skills.  Emphasis is on developing comprehension skill through fluency, summarizing and sequencing events in a reading passage, recognizing text structures, and using systematic strategies to locate information from textbooks, using text features.  Successful completion of learning goals from ESL Reading 1-2 or demonstration of equivalent skills is required for registration in this course.

 

Science Foundations 3-4 (063141/063142)

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12     Credit: 1 credit per semester

Prerequisites: teacher recommendation

Notes: Meets district requirements for graduation. Designed for the intermediate ESL student to learn science specific vocabulary.

Course Content: Science Foundations is a year-long inquiry-based course designed to expose students to natural, environmental, and life sciences.  Topics include weather and water cycles, plant studies, environmental changes, and human body systems.  This course provides a foundation for other science courses.

 

English 1-2 ELL (010371/010372)

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12     Credit: 1 credit per semester

Prerequisites: teacher recommendation

Notes: Designed for the advanced ESL student who has attained adequate control of communication skills.  Meets English 1-2 requirements for graduation. This class will be taken concurrently with ESL Reading 5-6

Course Content: This course offers the English 1-2 curriculum with enhanced vocabulary focus and cultural orientation for ELL students.

 

ESL 5-6 (155151/155152)

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12     Credit: 1 credit per semester

Prerequisites: teacher recommendation

Course Content: This co-requisite course is intended for intermediate proficiency level English learners, who are also enrolled in English 1-2 ELL course. The focus of the course will be to increase ELs’ academic English skills in the areas of speaking, listening, reading, and writing to an advanced level as measured by the ELP Achievement Level Descriptors. The language and literacy integrated curriculum will focus on strengthening comprehension and interaction with complex text through utilization of high-yield comprehension strategies, academic conversations, academic vocabulary and writing and grammar skills required to produce academic writing. The curriculum for this course is aligned to the English Language Proficiency standards and is in support of academic language development required for English 1-2 course.

 

Academic Language Study EL (157101/157102)

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12     Credit: 1 credit per semester

Prerequisites: teacher recommendation

Course Content: This year-long course is designed to boost academic language development of Long Term English Learners (LTELs). This course will focus on teaching high-leverage academic language, including vocabulary, syntax, and complex grammatical structures. Through the coursework, LTELs will engage in academic conversations and peer collaboration while reading authentic, increasingly complex information and literacy texts that are relevant to students' lives. The course curriculum will also aim to develop LTELs' academic writing skills to successfully write summaries, opinions, informative texts, and research papers. The course will provide LTELs with opportunities to make regular connections between coursework and the demands of college and the workplace.

 

US History 1-2 ELL (031331/031332)

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12     Credit: 1 credit per semester

Prerequisites: teacher recommendation

Notes: Meets district requirements for graduation.  Designed to provide support for ESL students at intermediate level in their development.

Course Content: This course is restricted for ESL students who are concurrently enrolled in ESL 3-4 or ESL 5-6. A special focus on language development is provided, but content and standards are the U.S. History standards. This course continues the study of United States history from 1900 to present. Students address the social, economic, and political development of the nation and relate it to both past and present. Instruction is organized around the themes of geography, history, economics, and civics.  Students investigate the key people, events, and ideas of the United States through primary and secondary sources, multiple perspectives, and the inquiry process.

 

Physical Science 1-2 ELL (060901/060902)

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12     Credit: 1 credit per semester

Prerequisites: teacher recommendation

Notes:    Meets district requirements for graduation.  Designed to provide support for ESL students at intermediate level in reading development

Course Content: This course is restricted for ESL students who are concurrently enrolled in ESL 3-4 or ESL 5-6. A special focus on language development is provided, but content and standards are the Physical Science 1-2 standards. Physical Science is an inquiry-based course designed to expose students to selected concepts in chemistry, physics, earth, and space science.  Topics include matter, energy, forces and mot ion, Earth in space, and Earth structures and processes.  This course provides a foundation for other science courses and meets the district requirement for physical science.

 

 

(DL) Freshman Seminar (181301/181302)

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level: 9      Credit: 1 credit per semester 

Required Course for all incoming freshmen to South.

Course Content: This introductory course is for all freshmen students that will introduce them to the high school experience by discovering school opportunities in career-based and academy programming.  Students will build a plan for their high and post-high school experiences and focus on learning strategies for successfully transitioning into the high school environment.  Students will engage in content in the course exploring the Omaha Public Schools Portrait of a Graduate, benchmarks of a College and Career continuum, and Nebraska's College and Career Readiness Standards.

 

Human Growth and Development (070931) HUMAN GROWTH HS

H Human Growth and Development (070981) H HUMAN GROWTH HS

Duration: 1 semester     Grade Level: 10, 11, 12     Credit: 1 credit

Notes: All students are required to enroll in one of the Human Growth and Development courses, but a parent/guardian may choose to opt out his/her student. 

Course Content: This honors course helps senior high students acquire responsible decision-making skills related to wellness, communication, healthy relationships, preventing abuse, chemical usage, sexuality, prenatal care, etc.   All senior high school students are required to enroll in one of the Human Growth and Development courses, but a parent/guardian may choose to opt out his/her student. 

 

 

Grade	Suggested Progression of Classes	Encouraged Elective
9	Freshman Seminar and Industrial Materials Processing 1-2 (170331)	CAD/Design Eng 1-2 CAD/ Design Eng 3-4 Digital Design Foundations of Computing 1-2 H Accounting H Marketing 2-3 Years World Language
10	Industrial Materials Processing 3-4 (170351)
11	Industrial Materials Processing 5-6 (170401)
12	Industrial Materials Processing 7-8 (170411)

 

 

Construction 1-2 (170331/170332) INDUSTRL MAT PRO 1-2

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12     Credit: 1 credit per semester

Course Content: This course provides the opportunity for students to learn how to use hand tools and power equipment. Students will construct, assemble, and complete products using many materials and processes that permit better understanding of construction and manufacturing techniques. Projects are constructed using wood, metals, and plastics. Note: Consistent attendance is required.

 

Construction 3-4 (170351/170352) INDUSTRL MATPRO 3-4

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level: 10, 11, 12     Credit: 1 credit per semester

Prerequisites: Successful completion of Industrial Materials and Processes 1-2

Note: This course is eligible for Dual Enrollment with Metro Community College. Consistent attendance is required.

Course Content: This course is an extension of Industrial Materials and Processes 1-2. In this second-year course, more advanced problems and techniques are taught. These include both individual and group activities involving production of various products. Application of knowledge and skill is emphasized.

 

Construction 5-6 (170401/170402) IND MATLS PROC 5-6

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level: 11, 12     Credit: 1 credit per semester

Prerequisites: Successful completion of Industrial Materials and Processes 3-4

Course Content: This course is an extension of Industrial Materials and Processes 3-4. In this third-year course, more advanced problems and techniques are taught. These include both individual and group activities involving production of various products. Application of knowledge and skill is emphasized.

  

Construction 7-8 (170411/170412) H IND MAT PROC 7-8

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level: 12     Credit: 1 credit per semester

Prerequisites: Successful completion of Industrial Materials and Processes 5-6

Course Content: This course is an extension of Industrial Materials and Processes 5-6. In this fourth-year course, more advanced problems and techniques are taught. These include both individual and group activities involving production of various products. Application of knowledge and skill is emphasized.

JROTC Elective Offerings  **Participation in JROTC elective courses requires students to be enrolled in a JROTC LET 1, 2, 3, or 4 class.**

Beginning Marksmanship (070781/070782) BEG MARKSMANSP

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level:  10, 11, 12     Credit: 1 credit per semester

Prerequisites: Enrollment in a JROTC LET course

Course Content: Detailed instruction in the art of precision rifle marksmanship and safety under the supervision of instructors certified in the Civilian Marksmanship Program and Safety Certified by U.S. Army Cadet Command. This is instruction in Olympic style marksmanship techniques and competition. Small caliber Air Rifles are used in this instruction. Students must be mature, highly motivated, dedicated, and self-disciplined. Students in this course will be expected to participate as members of the Varsity or Junior Varsity Marksmanship Teams.

 

Intermediate Marksmanship (070751/070752) INT MARKSMANSHIP

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level: 10, 11, 12     Credit: 1 credit per semester

Prerequisites: Enrollment in a JROTC LET course

Course Content: This is a continuation of the Beginning Marksmanship Course Detailed instruction in the art of precision rifle marksmanship and safety under the supervision of instructors certified in the Civilian Marksmanship Program and Safety Certified by U.S. Army Cadet Command. This is instruction in Olympic style marksmanship techniques and competition. Small caliber Air Rifles are used in this instruction. Students must be mature, highly motivated, dedicated, and self-disciplined. Students in this course will be expected to participate as members of the Varsity or Junior Varsity Marksmanship Teams

 

Advanced Marksmanship (070791/070792) ADV MARKSMANSP

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level: 11, 12     Credit: 1 credit per semester

Prerequisites: Must be enrolled in a JROTC LET Course Requires Instructor permission

Course Content: Further individualized detailed instruction in precision rifle marksmanship techniques. The focus is on developing a precision expert marksman. This is instruction in Olympic style marksmanship techniques and competition. Small caliber Air Rifles are used in this instruction. Students must be mature, highly motivated, dedicated, and self-disciplined. Students in this course will be expected to participate as members of the Varsity or Junior Varsity Marksmanship Teams.

 

JROTC Color Guard (070631/070632)

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level: 10, 11, 12     Credit: 1 credit per semester

Note: Students taking this course will be expected to participate as members of JROTC Color Guard and Drill Teams which will require before and after school practices and attendance at scheduled drill team competition events on weekends.

Prerequisites: Must be enrolled in a JROTC LET Course and have instructor permission.

Course Content: Cadets will study the history of Color Guard, Honor Guard, Saber Team, and Drill. Cadets will learn how these elements have been used by the military to instill discipline and maintain tradition. Cadets will receive instruction on how to function as a member of a color guard in parades, sports activities, events, and competitions. Cadets will learn the intricacies of regulation drill without and with rifles. Cadets will also learn customs and courtesies of the National Flag. Cadets will become proficient in the use and proper handling of the saber. This course will enable cadets to become knowledgeable leaders in all aspects of color guard, honor guard, saber team, and drill.

 

	Suggested Progression of Classes	Optional Choices
Students should discuss with their teachers which level they would be most successful, or which is best for their career path.	Pre-Algebra (040161)	Data & Statistics 1-2 (049601) Pre-requisite: Geometry 1-2 Take Algebra 3-4 first if planning on 4-year college
	Algebra 1-2 (040271) / DL Algebra 1-2 (040901)
	Geometry 1-2 (040351) / DL Geometry 1-2 (040921) or H Geometry 1-2 (040361) / H DL Geometry (040931)	College Algebra (049701) Pre-requisite: Algebra 3-4 Recommended for 4-year college bound students Counts for math course beyond Algebra 3-4
	Algebra 3-4 (040291) / DL Algebra 3-4 (041291) or H Algebra 3-4 (040301) / H DL Algebra 3-4 (040881)	AP Statistics (040841) Pre-requisite: Algebra 3-4 Must take AP exam to earn college credit
	H Pre-Cal/Trig 1-2 (040411) / H DL Pre-Cal/Trig (041411)	MCC Business Math 1220 (049501) or MCC Technical Math 1240 (049511) 11th and 12th grade only Pre-requisite: 4-6 credits of math earned, including Geometry 1-2 Must submit application. Not NCAA eligible. Satisfies math requirement for many MCC associate degree programs. Student will take a placement exam and may need Math 0910 first. Dual Enrolled
	AP (DL) Calculus AB 1-2 (040451 or AP Calculus BC 1-2 (040461)

** For Honors and AP Courses: Students develop cognitively, socially and emotionally along different time and interest continuums. For students who are willing and interested in advanced coursework, but do not meet the course prerequisites, an exception may be requested through a conversation involving building staff, parents/guardians, and the student.

 

Pre-Algebra 1-2 (040161/040162)

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level:  9     Credit: 1 credit per semester

Notes: This course is designed to meet the needs of the student who will benefit from a transition course that bridges the similarities of arithmetic and algebra

Course Content: This course will contain spiraling reinforcement of basic algebraic concepts and topics in order to prepare students for successful placement in Algebra 1-2. This course will cover the content standards for pre-algebra, including operations on real numbers, conversions among fractions, decimals, and percents, solving linear equations and inequalities, graphing linear equations, working with polynomials, and using measures of central tendency to interpret data.

 

Algebra 1-2 (040271/040272)

DL Algebra 1-2 (040901/040902)

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level: 9, 10, 11    Credit: 1 credit per semester

Notes: Meets college prerequisite.

Course Content: This course is a first-year algebra survey. It covers traditional algebra topics including a study of the four basic operations dealing with signed numbers and polynomials, solution of first and second-degree equations, verbal problems, systems of linear equations, graphing and writing linear equations and inequalities, and simplifying exponential expressions.

 

Geometry 1-2 (040351/040352)

DL Geometry 1-2 (040921/040922)

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12     Credit: 1 credit per semester

Prerequisites: Algebra 1-2  Notes: Meets College prerequisite.

Course Content: This course is a complete study of geometry. Topics include congruence and similarity of figures, parallelism and perpendicularity, right triangle relationships, formal and informal proof, coordinate geometry, properties of polygons and circles, and perimeter, area, and volume of two- and three-dimensional figures.

 

H Geometry 1-2 (040361/040362)

H DL Geometry 1-2 (040931/040932)

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level: 9, 10     Credit: 1 credit per semester

Prerequisites: Any one of the following*: Grade of “A” in Algebra 1 and 2, Grade of “B” or higher in Honors Algebra 1 and 2, MAP Math score at or above 235.

Notes: Meets College prerequisite. As an honors class, topics will be covered in greater depth and at an accelerated pace with enrichment.

Course Content: This course is the honors section of Geometry 1-2. Topics include congruence and similarity of figures, parallelism and perpendicularity, right triangle relationships, formal and informal proof, coordinate geometry, properties of polygons and circles, and perimeter, area, and volume of two- and three-dimensional figures. As an honors class, each topic will be covered in greater depth and with enrichment.

Algebra 3-4 (040291/040292)

DL Algebra 3-4 (041291/041292)

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level: 10, 11, 12     Credit: 1 credit per semester

Prerequisites: Geometry 1-2  Notes: Meets College prerequisite.

Course Content: This course covers the topics of a traditional second-year algebra course. Content includes solving polynomial equations as well as linear, absolute value, and quadratic equations and inequalities, and working with exponents and logarithms, complex numbers, systems of equations and inequalities, and simple probability. Appropriate technology will be used to assist in instruction and learning.

 

H Algebra 3-4 (040301/040302)

H DL Algebra 3-4 (040881/040882)

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level: 9, 10, 11    Credit: 1 credit per semester

Prerequisites: Any one of the following*: Grade of “A” in Algebra 1 and 2 or Geometry 1 and 2, Grade of “B” or higher in Honors Algebra 1 and 2 or Honors Geometry 1 and 2, MAP Math score at or above 235.

Notes: Meets College prerequisite.  As an honors class, topics will be covered in greater depth and at an accelerated pace with enrichment.

Course Content: This is the honors section of Algebra 3-4.  As such the topics and concepts will be covered in more depth, and additional content is present as well. This course covers the topics of a traditional second-year algebra course. Content includes solving polynomial equations as well as linear, absolute value, and quadratic equations and inequalities, and working with exponents and logarithms, complex numbers, systems of equations and inequalities, matrix algebra and matrix solutions to systems of equations, series and sequences, and compound probability. Appropriate technology will be used to assist in instruction and learning.

 

H Pre-Cal/Trig 1-2 (040411/040412)

H DL Pre-Cal/Trig 1-2 (041411/041412)

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level: 10, 11, 12     Credit: 1 credit per semester

Prerequisites Honors Algebra 3-4 or Algebra 3-4 with teacher recommendation, 9^th grade students should follow other grade level prerequisites. 

Note:  9^th graders in Honors Pre-Cal/Trig 1-2 as 9^th graders have been on a unique accelerated path since 6^th grade or earlier.

Note: Graphing calculators will be checked out to students. Students are recommended to purchase their own graphing calculator. As an honors course, topics are covered in greater depth with challenging problems and at an accelerated pace with enrichment.

Course Content: This course is the honors section of Pre-calculus/trigonometry.  This course includes topics of mathematics that are necessary for the successful study of calculus.  Topics include polar coordinates, right triangle trigonometry, circular functions, logarithms, and graphs of rational and polynomial relations and functions.  Students enrolling in this course should have successfully completed both semesters of Honors Algebra 3-4 with proficient or advanced grades.

 

AP® Calculus AB 1-2 (040451/040452)

AP® Dual Lang Calculus AB 1-2 (041451/041452)

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level: 10, 11, 12     Credit: 1 credit per semester

Prerequisites: Honors Pre-Calculus/Trigonometry or Pre-Calculus/Trigonometry

Notes: Graphing calculators will be checked out to students.  Students are recommended to purchase their own graphing calculator. This course follows the College Board's AP® Calculus AB syllabus and prepares students for the AP® examination administered in May.

Course Content: This course follows the College Board's Advanced Placement® syllabus for Calculus AB, which stresses the concept of limit and introduces the student to differential and integral calculus, including both theorems and techniques.

 

AP Calculus BC 1-2 (040461/040462)

Duration: 2 semesters      Grade Level: 11, 12     Credit: 1 credit per semester

Prerequisites: Honors Pre-Calculus/Trig and teacher recommendation or AP Calculus AB

Course Content: This course follows the College Board’s Advanced Placement syllabus for Calculus BC, which includes functions, graphs, limits, derivatives, integrals, polynomial approximations, and series.  Students are strongly encouraged to take the AP Exam.

 

Data and Statistics (049601/049602)

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level: 10, 11, 12     Credit: 1 credit per semester

Prerequisites: Geometry 1-2

Notes: Take Algebra 3-4 first if planning on 4-year college as once you take Data and Statistics, you are unable to go to Pre-Calc/Trig.

Course Content: This course is designed to equip students with the mathematical, statistical, and computational skills necessary to explore life situations.  Students will engage with data and statistics in order to be able to determine correlations, make sound predictions, and develop conclusions.

 

AP® Statistics 1-2 (040841/040842)

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level: 10, 11, 12     Credit: 1 credit per semester

Prerequisites: Proficient or advanced grades in Algebra 3-4

Course Content: This is a course in statistics that covers the topics in the syllabus published by the College Board.  College credit and placement depend on the individual college.   The statistics class will introduce students to the major concepts and tools for collecting, analyzing, and drawing conclusions from data.  Students are exposed to four broad conceptual themes: Exploring Data, Planning a Study, Anticipating Patterns, and Statistical Inference.  This course is equivalent to a one-semester, introductory, non-calculus based college course in statistics.  Students are strongly encouraged to take the AP® Exam.

 

College Algebra 1-2 (049701/049702)

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level: 11, 12     Credit: 1 credit per semester

Prerequisites: Proficient or advanced grades in Algebra 3-4

Notes: Does fulfil the requirement of a year beyond Algebra 3-4 for University of Nebraska entrance requirements.

Course Content: In this course students learn math skills required for further mathematics courses.  Topics include: functions and their inverses; polynomial, radical, exponential and rational expressions and equations; graphing functions using transformations.  Topics in probability and statistics are also addressed.

 

 

 

 

MCC Business Math 1220 1-2 (049501/049502)

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level: 11, 12     Credit: 1 credit per semester

Prerequisites: 4-6 credits of Math including Geometry 1-2, students must apply

Course Content: This course is directed toward the development and application of the mathematics skills needed to solve problems related to business occupations.  Topics include percentages, checking accounts and services, payroll, payroll taxes, cash and trade discounts, property and sales taxes, simple and compound interest, installment purchases, loan payment plans, and annuities.  Instruction and assessments are delivered electronically with the support of a classroom teacher.  This course has a dual enrollment component that satisfies the math requirement for many MCC associate degree programs.

 

MCC Technical Math 1240 1-2 (049511/049512)

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level: 11, 12     Credit: 1 credit per semester

Prerequisites: 4-6 credits of Math including Geometry 1-2, students must apply

Course Content: This course is directed toward the development and application of the mathematics skills needed to solve problems related to career and technical fields.  Students apply ratios and proportions, measurement concepts, algebraic operations, geometrical relationships and right triangle trigonometry to problem solving of technical applications. Instruction and assessments are delivered electronically with the support of a classroom teacher.  This course has a dual enrollment component that satisfies the math requirement for many MCC associate degree programs.

 

 

 

Personal Finance (120981)                                               REQUIRED

Duration:  1 semester     Grade Level:  12     Credit:  1 credit

Note: REQUIRED COURSE FOR SENIORS.

Course Content: The goal of personal finance is to help students become financially responsible, conscientious members of society. This course develops student understanding and skills in money management; budgeting; financial goal attainment; use of credit; insurance; investments; and consumer rights and responsibilities. Application of academic concepts, technology, and career planning are integrated throughout the curriculum.

 

H Personal Finance (120971)

Duration: 1 semester     Grade Level: 12     Credit:  1 credit

Prerequisites: Academy of Finance or Honors Level Classes

Note: REQUIRED COURSE FOR SENIORS, Possible Dual Enrolled with Metropolitan Community College    

Course Content: This is an honors-level course in Personal Finance.  The goal of personal finance is to help students become financially responsible, conscientious members of society.  This course develops student understanding and skills in money management; budgeting; financial goal attainment; use of credit; insurance; investments; and consumer rights and responsibilities.  Application of academic concepts, technology, and career planning are integrated throughout the curriculum. 

 

 

General PE	Weightlifting	Swim	Lifetime Wellness	Sports Officiating
Physical Ed 1-2 Not repeatable 9th grade only	Wht Trng/Cond 1-2 Not repeatable (10th-12th) *PE 1-2 or LW 1-2	Swim/Aquatics 1-2 (9th-12th)	Lifetime Wellness 1-2 Not repeatable (10th-12th)	Sports Officiating 1 Semester Not repeatable (10th-12th)
Team Sports 1-2 Not repeatable (10th-12th)	Adv Wht Trg/Cond 1-2 Not repeatable (11th-12th) *C WT 1-2	Adv/Swim/Aquats 1-2 (10th-12th) *Swim 1-2	Lifetime Wellness 3-4 Not repeatable (11th-12th) *LW 1-2

 

 

Physical Ed 1-2 (070181/070182)

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level: True 9th graders   Credit: 1 credit per semester

Notes: This course is for true freshmen ONLY. Dance and aquatic activities are optional/NOT required.

Course Content: This course involves students in the development of personal fitness and participation in a variety of sports, games, and dance activities.

 

Team Sports 1-2 (070471/070472)

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level: 10, 11, 12     Credit: 1 credit per semester

Notes: Course may not be repeated.

Course Content: This course will consist of instruction in rules, strategies, skills and sportsmanship concepts.  Activities may include: flag football, soccer, volleyball, basketball, team handball, softball, and floor hockey. A fitness unit will be taught.

 

Weight Training & Conditioning 1-2 (070261/070262) WHT TRNG/COND 1-2

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level: 10, 11, 12     Credit: 1 credit per semester

Prerequisites: Successfully completed Physical Education 1-2 or Lifetime Wellness 1-2

Notes: Course may not be repeated after successful completion of 2 semesters.  9th graders may be recommended for this class by their Physical Education 1-2 instructors

Course Content: This course provides instruction in proper techniques using free weights and machines, as well as other fitness activities, to improve strength, flexibility and aerobic capacity.

 

Advanced Weight Training & Conditioning 1-2 (070281/070282) ADV WHT TRG/CON 1-2

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level: 11, 12     Credit: 1 credit per semester

Prerequisites: Successfully completed Weight Training & Conditioning 1-2 or permission of instructor.

Course Content: This is a second-year class that expands instruction in strength, flexibility and aerobic training.

 

Swim/Aquatics 1-2 (070321/070322)

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12     Credit: 1 credit per semester

Prerequisites: Successfully completed Physical Education 1-2 or Lifetime Wellness 1-2 or Middle School PE

Notes: Course may not be repeated after successful completion of 2 semesters.

Course Content: This course is instruction in American Red Cross aquatics.

 

Advanced Swimming/Aquatics 1-2 (070341/070342) ADV/SWIM/AQUATS 1-2

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level: 10, 11, 12     Credit: 1 credit

Prerequisites: Successfully completed Swimming/Aquatics 1-2 or permission of instructor.

Course Content: The purpose of this course is to provide lifeguard candidates and lifeguards with the skills and knowledge needed to prevent and respond to aquatic emergencies.  Students will learn CPR as well as first aid.  Students must be able to complete two swimming prerequisites in order to participate in the course.

 

Lifetime Wellness 1-2 (070191/070192)

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level: 10, 11, 12     Credit: 1 credit per semester

Notes: This course is for students who need physical education credit. This course may not be repeated during the school year after the successful completion of two semesters.  Students who have not taken Physical Education 1-2 will need to pass this course before being allowed to register for any other Physical Education class.  This course is for students who have failed previous PE classes.

Course Content: Students will learn about health and nutrition. Knowledge of lifetime wellness and fitness will be covered and emphasized. Activities include but are not limited to: walking, toning, fitness concepts and technology, and orienteering.

 

Lifetime Wellness 3-4 (070231/070232)

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level: 11, 12     Credit: 1 credit per semester

Notes: This course is for students who have successfully completed Lifetime Wellness 1-2 for physical education credit.  This course is a natural succession of Lifetime Wellness 1-2 course content and requires a recommendation from the Lifetime Wellness 1-2 instructor.  This course may not be repeated after successful completion of 2 semesters and may not be taken before having passed Lifetime Wellness 1-2.

Course Content: Students will learn self-management skills, lifestyle physical activity and positive attitudes, consumer choices, and plan a personal fitness program.  Students will also learn about flexibility, muscle fitness and cardiovascular fitness.  Activities include but are not limited to:  walking, fitness planning and self-evaluation.

 

Sports Officiating (070601)

Duration: 1 semester     Grade Level: 10, 11, 12     Credit: 1 credit per semester

Notes: This course can be repeated.

Course Content: This course is designed to offer students the coursework and experience to officiate in a variety of major sports including, but not limited to, basketball, football, volleyball, baseball/softball, and soccer.

 

PE Leadership 1-2 (070381/070382)

Duration: 1 semester     Grade: 10, 11, 12     Credit: 1 credit

Prerequisite: Head Coach Recommendation

Course Content: This co-ed course is ideal for the student athlete who wants to seriously train for high school sports. The course will teach student athletes the proper way to train and leadership skills which are essential in becoming leaders in the school, community and society. Physical activities will incorporate balance, neuromuscular coordination, improving basic running technique, various methods of strength training and flexibility. The goal is to focus on individual's strengths and weaknesses and enhance their sport performance and overall athleticism through speed, strength and movement training. Classroom activities will incorporate nutrition, sport psychology, lessons in leadership and goal setting. The course will also include a minimum of 8 hours of community service as a component of class. While this course is recommended for athletes, it is open to all students.

 

 

Grade	Required Classes	Electives
9	H Physical Science 1-2 (060531) H Dual Lang Physical Science 1-2 (061921)	H Biology 3-4 AP Biology H (DL) Anatomy/Physiology (H) (DL) Chemistry 1-2 AP Chemistry (DL) Physics AP Physics (H) Forensics 1-2 H Forensics 3-4 Earth Science 3-4   *See prerequisites for courses below
9 or 10	Biology 1-2 (060411) / DL Biology 1-2 (060432) or H Biology 1-2 (060431) / H DL Biology 1-2 (060191)
11	Choose one elective from other column if Physical Science was taken in 8th grade, choose two electives
12

Any core classes that are failed may not be re-taken during the school day, but in credit recovery.

(H) = offered in Honors (DL) offered in Dual Language

Students may take Honors Biology 9^th grade year if they successfully passed Physical Science in an OPS middle school

 

H  Physical  Science   1-2 (060531/060532)

H   Dual  Lang  Physical   Science   1-2 (061921/061922)

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level: 9     Credit: 1 credit per semester

Course Content: Physical Science is an inquiry-based course designed to expose students to selected concepts in chemistry, physics, earth, and space science.  Topics include matter, energy, forces and motion, Earth in space, and Earth structures and processes.  This course provides a foundation for other science courses and meets the district requirement for physical science.  Students enrolled in honor courses have additional experiences that require a more rigorous program of study. Meets lab-based college requirements

 

Biology   1-2 (060411/060412)

DL   Biology   1-2 (060181/060182)

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level: 9, 10     Credit: 1 credit per semester

Course Content: This course engages students in inquiry-based problem solving as they investigate biological issues that are relevant to their daily lives.  Topics of study include: the cell; the molecular basis of heredity; biological evolution; the interdependence of organisms; and matter, energy, and organization in living systems.  This course meets the district requirement for biology. Meets lab-based college requirements

 

H Biology 1-2 (060431/060432)

H DL Biology 1-2 (060191/060192)

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level: 9, 10     Credit: 1 credit per semester

Prerequisites: Grade of C or better in (H) Physical Science 1 and 2 and/or MAP Science score at or above a score determined by District Science Supervisor

Course Content: This course engages students in inquiry-based problem solving as they investigate biological issues that are relevant to their daily lives.  Topics of study include: the cell; the molecular basis of heredity; biological evolution; the interdependence of organisms; and matter, energy, and organization in living systems.  This course meets the district requirement for biology.  Students enrolled in honor courses have additional experiences that require a more rigorous program of study. Meets lab-based college requirements

 

H Biology  3-4 (060421/060422) (Dual Enrollment)

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level: 10, 11, 12     Credit: 1 credit per semester

Prerequisites: Grade of B or better in Biology 1-2 and must have teacher permission in order to enter the class due to college credit.

Notes: Meets district requirement for third or fourth year of science. Students will receive college Credit as the class is the equivalent of Biology 1010 at MCC.

Course Content: This lab-based course engages students in inquiry-based problem solving as they investigate topics such as ecology, molecular biology, cell structure and function, genetics, and evolution.  This course is aligned with a dual enrollment opportunity for eligible students. Meets lab-based college requirements.

 

AP® Biology 1-2 (060471/060472)

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level: 10, 11, 12     Credit: 1 credit per semester

Prerequisites: Grade of B or better in Biology 1-2, Chemistry 1-2, or concurrent enrollment in Chemistry

Notes: Meets lab-based college requirements (dissection and outside reading required).

Course Content: AP® Biology is a laboratory course designed to prepare students to take the college advanced placement test giving them potential college credit for the course. This college course in life sciences is inquiry based with a goal of providing students with the conceptual framework, factual knowledge, and analytical skills necessary to deal critically with the rapidly changing science of biology. The curriculum includes the study of the structure and function of organic molecules and cells; the continuity and diversity of living things; the history and evolution of living things; and the relationships of organisms and their environment.

 

Chemistry 1-2 (060551/060552)

DL Chemistry 1-2 (060061/060062)

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level: 10, 11, 12     Credit: 1 credit per semester

Prerequisites: Physical Science 1-2 and Biology 1-2, Meets lab-based college requirements.

Course Content: This course engages students in both theoretical and practical problem-solving strategies as they investigate chemical issues that are relevant to their daily lives.  Topics of study include laboratory processes, chemical safety, atomic structure, properties of matter, and chemical reactions.

 

H Chemistry 1-2 (060561/060562)

H DL Chemistry 1-2 (060071/060072)

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level: 10, 11, 12     Credit: 1 credit per semester

Prerequisites: Successful completion Algebra 1-2, Physical Science 1-2, and Biology 1-2

Course Content: This course engages students in both theoretical and practical problem-solving strategies as they investigate chemical issues that are relevant to their daily lives.  Topics of study include laboratory processes, chemical safety, atomic structure, properties of matter, and chemical reactions. Students enrolled in honor courses have additional experiences that require a more rigorous program of study. Meets lab-based college requirements.

 

AP® Chemistry 1-2 (060581/060582)

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level: 12 (11 with permission)      Credit: 1 credit per semester

Prerequisites: Successful Completion of Chemistry 1-2 and Algebra 3 and/or AP instructor recommendation.

Course Content: This course expands and discusses in greater depth the physical concepts and skills introduced in Chemistry 1-2.  The topics include: atomic structure, intermolecular forces and bonding, chemical reactions, kinetics, thermodynamics, and equilibrium.  The students become familiar with college lab equipment, experimental procedures, and exacting lab reports.  They should gain proficiency and confidence in numerical problem solving and essay explanation of the processes of physical, inorganic chemistry.  AP® Chemistry is designed to be equivalent to a first-year college introductory chemistry course and follows the College Board curriculum. Meets lab-based college requirements.

 

Physics 1-2 (060601/060602)

Dual Lang Physics 1-2 (061091/061092)

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level: 10, 11, 12     Credit: 1 credit per semester

Prerequisites: Physical Science 1-2 and Biology 1-2.  Student should have taken Algebra 1-2 and Geometry 1-2

Course Content: This course engages students in an inquiry-based, problem-solving approach to investigate the physical laws that are fundamental to all science. Topics of study include: motion and technological design; the effects of forces on motion; the origin of the universe; conservation of energy; and the interaction of energy and matter. Meets lab-based college requirements.

 

AP® Physics 1 (061661/061662)

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level: 10* with permission, 11, 12   Credit: 1 credit per semester

Prerequisites: Successful completion of Physical Science, Biology, Physics and Algebra 1-2, and concurrently enrolled Geometry 1-2 or higher.

Course Content: Algebra-Based is the equivalent to a first semester college course in algebra-based physics. The course covers Newtonian mechanics (including rotational dynamics and angular momentum); work, energy, and power; and mechanical waves and sound. It will also introduce electric circuits. Meets lab-based college requirements.

 

Earth Science 3-4 (061061/061062)

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level: 10, 11, 12     Credit: 1 credit per semester

Prerequisites: Must have taken Physical Science 1-2 and Biology 1-2

Course Content: This laboratory course builds upon the state Earth science standards that were introduced in the Physical Science and Biology 1-2 course sequence.  Students use scientific inquiry to further explore concepts of Earth's composition and how it's studied, the history and dynamics of Earth, and reshaping the Earth's crust, atmosphere, atmospheric forces, and oceans. Meets lab-based college requirements.

 

Forensic Science 1-2 (061331/061332)

H Forensic Science 1-2 (061321/061322)

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level: 10, 11, 12     Credit: 1 credit per semester

Prerequisites: Must have taken Physical Science 1-2 and Biology 1-2

Honors Prerequisites: Successful completion of Physical Science and Biology 1-2 or teacher recommendation to take H Forensic Science

Course Content: This course promotes active learning and emphasizes the application and integration of math, chemistry, biology, physics, and Earth science.  Topics covered include: The collection, handling, and examination of trace evidence such as hair, fibers, soil, pollen, and glass; fingerprint, blood, and blood splatter examination; DNA, drug and toxicology testing; handwriting and tool mark analysis; voice examination; impressions; ballistics, and forensic anthropology. Students enrolled in honor courses have additional experiences that require a more rigorous program of study. Meets lab-based college requirements.

 

H Forensic Science 3-4 (061521/061522)

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level: 11, 12     Credit: 1 credit per semester

Prerequisites: Successful completion of Forensic Science 1-2

Course Content: This is an upper-level science course that will allow students to continue studying forensic science.  Topics include: Crime scene analysis, forensic science laboratory techniques, arson, explosives, physical trauma, autopsies, advanced DNA concepts, odontology, toxicology, criminal profiling and cyber crime. Meets lab-based college requirements.

 

Anatomy & Physiology 1-2 (060931/060932)

H Anatomy& Physiology 1-2 (060911/060912)

H DL Anatomy & Physiology 1-2 (061581/061582)

Duration: 2 semesters     Grade Level: 10, 11, 12     Credit: 1 credit per semester

Prerequisites: Must have taken Physical Science 1-2 and Biology 1-2

Honors Prerequisites: Successful completion of Biology 1-2

Notes: Meets lab-based college requirements (dissection and outside reading is required)

Course Content: This course enables students to understand the principles and structures of the human body.  Students develop an understanding of the structure and function of complex human organ systems through inquiry-based laboratory experiences using up-to-date technology.  This course will explore scientific and technological advances in the field of anatomy.  Students will also explore career opportunities in medical and related fields. The study and application of vocabulary and terminology is an essential part of this course.  Students will incorporate writing and literacy strategies into summative projects.  Laboratory dissections are required.  Students enrolled in honors courses have additional experiences that require a more rigorous program of study.