VCHS Course of Study Offered

Updates are currently being made to the course of study for 2023/2024

2020/2021 Courses Offered @ VCHS

Vinton County

High School

Course of Study

2020-2021

Academic Requirements

Earning a Diploma

For the Class of 2021, a diploma shall be awarded to students meeting the curriculum credit requirements of the school district and achieve one of the following:

1. Earn at least 18 points on seven end-of-course state tests. Each test score earns you up to five graduation points. You must have a minimum of four points in math, four points in English and six points across science and social studies.

2. Earn a minimum of 12 points by receiving a State Board of Education-approved, industry-recognized

credential or group of credentials in a single career field and earn the required score on WorkKeys, a work- readiness test. The state of Ohio will pay one time for you to take the WorkKeys test.

3. Earn remediation-free scores in mathematics and English language arts on either the ACT or SAT.

The curriculum credit requirements for Graduation from Vinton County Local School District are as follows:

Subject	Credits
English	4.0
Math	4.0
Social Studies	3.0
Science	3.0
Fine Arts (7-12)	1.0
Physical Education	0.5
Health	0.5
Electives	5.0

Guidelines for earning credits:

Total: 21 credits

1. Math

Must include one unit of algebra II or the equivalent of algebra II.

2. Physical Education

Students who participate in interscholastic athletics, marching band, or cheerleading for two full seasons may submit a PE waiver to exclude this from their course load. However, students that

submit a PE waiver must take another course of equal or greater credit value.

3. Science

Must include one unit of physical science, one unit of life science and one unit of advanced study in one or more of the following sciences: chemistry, physics or other physical science; advanced

biology or other life science; astronomy, physical geology or other earth or space science.

4. Social Studies

Must include American history, American government, and world history.

5. Electives

Must include one unit of personal finance. Other elective units must include one or any combination of world language, fine arts, business, career-technical education, family and consumer sciences,

technology, agricultural education or English language arts, mathematics, science or social studies courses not otherwise required.

Graduation Requirements beyond Credit and State Testing:

All students must receive instruction in cardiopulmonary resuscitation and the use of an automated external defibrillator from an approved source during Grades 9-12, unless the student is exempted from such training due to disability or by written request of the parent.

Students who achieve an industry credential or license that requires an examination shall not be required to take additional technical assessments. If the student does not participate in licensure or license examination,

the student shall take the applicable technical assessments. Students must attain specified scores on assessments as required to demonstrate workforce readiness on a nationally recognized job skills assessment

in order to obtain a diploma.

Certain students are not required to take the college and career readiness assessments administered to all eleventh

(11th) grade students:

1. students who demonstrate they are remediation-free on the English, math and reading on nationally- recognized assessments prior to the administration of the college and career readiness assessments;

2. students with significant cognitive disabilities who take an alternative assessment and students with intellectual disabilities outlined in state guidance, and

3. Limited English proficient students enrolled in United States schools for less than two years for whom no appropriate accommodations are available.

Earning a Diploma with Academic Honors

The Diploma with Honors will be awarded to any student who successfully completes the high school CP curriculum, earns 18 points through EOY exams (or tests college-ready on the ACT), and meets all but one of the following requirements, unless it is a minimum graduation requirement:

The student who completes the College Preparatory Curriculum in high school shall meet at least all but one criterion:

1. Earn four (4) units of English

2. Earn four (4) units of Mathematics, including Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry or equivalent and another

higher level course or a four-year sequence of courses that contain equivalent content

3. Earn four (4) units of Science including physics and chemistry

4. Earn four (4) units of Social Studies (including an honors course)

5. Earn either three (3) units of one (1) foreign language or two (2) units each of two (2) foreign languages.

6. Earn 1 unit of Fine Arts

7. Maintain an overall high school grade-point average of at least 3.5 grade point average (4 point scale) up to

the last grading period of the senior year

8. Obtain a composite score of 27 on the ACT, or an equivalent composite 1210 on the SAT

Honors Diploma tracts exist for Career Technical Programs, STEM, Art, and Social Sciences. If students want to be eligible to valedictorian or salutatorian, required documentation for these options must be turned in by the end of

the first semester of their senior year.

Valedictorian/Salutatorian

Excellence in academics and scholarship is a goal of the Vinton County High School. We wish to challenge all students to their maximum potential. The following guidelines govern how students earn the honor of being named

valedictorian or salutatorian:

1. Diploma

Must be able to obtain an Honors Diploma per the guidelines established by the Ohio Department of Education. These guidelines will be delivered to students each year and are available on the ODE website.

2. Course Load

Must carry no fewer than six (6) credited classes per semester (College Credit Plus classes of 3 semester hours or more will count as a yearlong class).

3. CP Courses

During the four-year period, must take a total of 20 College Prep/Honors/AP credits that must include at least one AP course.

4. CCP Courses

Courses taken through College Credit Plus may be submitted for consideration as College Prep courses with the submission of a syllabus to administration to determine alignment to the Vinton

County High School College Prep course standards.

5. Online Coursework

The use of online coursework for the purpose of fulfilling the College Prep requirement will be prohibited.

6. Grade Point Average

G.P.A. will be figured to the highest cumulative average to two places right of the decimal point (hundredth value) with no rounding at the end of the second grading period of the senior year.

7. Enrollment

In order to be considered for Valedictorian/Salutatorian, a student must have attended Vinton

County Local Schools for at least five grading periods prior to the end of the second grading period

of the senior year (at least by the beginning of 2nd grading period of the junior year).

8. Guidance Meeting

All students who are eligible for Valedictorian and Salutatorian should set up a meeting with guidance at the beginning of each year as well as after the first semester of the senior year to ensure that they are in compliance with all requirements for Valedictorian/Salutatorian. At each meeting they will be required to provide a signature as a means of affirming that they attended a meeting.

Students will be given the requirements for Valedictorian and Salutatorian on a yearly basis. It is the

student’s responsibility to ensure they have satisfied all guidelines.

Registration Rules

When students are registering for classes, they must refer to their graduation plan. The goal of Vinton County Schools is to make sure that students are on a path towards success, and we provide many options so each student can find success within their interests and skills. Students will be given the opportunity to select electives their fit their interests and graduation plan. Part of this path to success includes core classes that are required by every student. If there is a conflict in the student’s schedule between a desired elective and a core class, the core class will take precedent. This is to ensure that each students has a strong foundation of knowledge and skills entering their chosen post-secondary plans. Here are our guidelines for registering for classes with Vinton County High School:

1. Student Course Load

There are seven (7) available academic periods. Students are required to have courses in six (6) of those periods each semester. The only students that can have 5 course credits per semester (the minimum) are those enrolled in Career Connections.

2. Advisory & Study Halls

Advisory is a one-hour monitored study hall where students will work on homework, projects, missing assignments, and study for upcoming assessments. This time will also be used to address student needs that cannot be easily met in other academic classes, i.e. social emotional learning, digital citizenship, extra end-of-course exam support, etc. Advisory is a graded class. Students will be graded using the “pupil evaluation” guidelines. Because each student will have a structured time to study in their schedule, students are allowed only one study hall in their schedule with permission.

3. Change of Schedule

Students have one week (5 days in session) into the school year to choose to drop or add classes before it is a withdrawal/failure (W/F). These changes must be brought to the office with a legitimate reason.

4. Credit by Exam/Credit Flex

Students who are interested in completing a course credit by exam must inform the office within the within the first week of school (5 days in session).

5. College Athletics Eligibility Rules

Students planning on playing Division I or II must complete the college prep classes required by the NCAA. Also, college prep classes for the NAIA (National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics) are recommended. Check the NCAA/NAIA websites for requirements.

Course of Study

All students enrolled in Vinton County High School will decide to follow on of the following programs of study in their graduation plan:

1. College Preparatory (CP) Program

Prepares students to enter directly into any college or university after graduation. The college prep course of study builds knowledge and skills needed to succeed in life in required general courses, program specific topics, and life on their own. Students will use their graduation plan to determine what electives will best serve their success in these areas.

2. General Studies Program

Prepares students to enter directly into the workforce or adult education program. The career studies course of study builds knowledge and skills needed to succeed in the line of work they plan to enter after graduation and life on their own. Students will use their graduation plan to determine what electives will best serve their success in these areas.

3. Buckeye Hills Career-Technical Program

*Any credits earned in middle school towards graduation will be considered before scheduling in program of study*

College Preparatory (CP) Program

9th Grade English I CP Algebra II CP Biology I CP World History CP Foreign Language Physical Education* Focused Electives+	10th Grade English II CP Geometry CP Phys Science CP American History CP Foreign Language Health/PE* Focused Electives+
11th Grade English III CP Pre-calculus Chemistry I/Bio II US Government CP Foreign Language Focused Electives+	12th Grade English IV CP AP Calculus Chemistry II/Physics Foreign Language Focused Electives+

*A PE waiver can completed to fulfill course requirement. See graduation requirements for details.

+Fine Arts/Personal Finance will be counted towards graduation requirements. See graduation requirements for details.

Each student will have a graduation plan they will use to identify a CP elective path they want to follow. These students will then use that plan to fill their available electives. It is still recommended to take CP-level courses

outside of their concentration because every university has general requirements outside primary fields of study. If you already know the universities you are targeting, look up their general education requirements to help you pick electives.

General Studies Program

9th Grade English I CP Algebra II CP Biology I CP World History CP Foreign Language Physical Education* Focused Electives+	10th Grade English II CP Geometry CP Phys Science CP American History CP Foreign Language Health/PE* Focused Electives+
11th Grade English III CP Pre-calculus Chemistry I/Bio II US Government CP Foreign Language Focused Electives+	12th Grade English IV CP AP Calculus Chemistry II/Physics Foreign Language Focused Electives+

*A PE waiver can completed to fulfill course requirement. See graduation requirements for details.

+Fine Arts/Personal Finance will be counted towards graduation requirements. See graduation requirements for details.

Each student will have a graduation plan they will use to identify a career-focused elective path they want to follow. These students will then use that plan to fill their available electives. These classes are built to focus on the skills

needed to succeed entering the workforce or any adult education program following graduation. Students will have the opportunity to sign up for a Career Connections course their senior year to assist in the transition to real world expectations. There are also “Senior-Only” career-tech programs available through Buckeye Hills at VCHS that students can enroll in for their senior year. This would be your career-focused electives for your senior year.

Buckeye Hills Career Technical Program

9th Grade English I Algebra I Biology I^ World History Health/PE* Career-Focused Electives+	10th Grade English II Geometry Phys Science American History PE* Career-Focused Electives+
11th Grade Enroll in Buckeye Hills Program	12th Grade Enroll in Buckeye Hills Program

*A PE waiver can completed to fulfill course requirement. See graduation requirements for details.

+Fine Arts/Personal Finance will be counted towards graduation requirements. See graduation requirements for details.

^Biology is required for Allied Health

This program is designed to develop a specific set of skills needed for success in the students’ chosen career paths.

Career-Tech Pathways by Location

Vinton County High School

Agricultural Business
Business & Administrative Services
Cybersecurity
Networking
State Tested Nursing Assistant

Buckeye Hills Career Center

Advanced Robotics Manufacturing Systems
Agricultural & Diesel Mechanics
Auto Collision Technology
Auto Service Technology
Building & Grounds Maintenance
Building Technologies
Computer & Electronic Engineering Tech
Cosmetology
Criminal Justice
Culinary Preparation/ProStart
Cybersecurity
Diversified Health Occupations (Level I)
Early Childhood Education
Heating/Ventilation/AC/Plumbing/Electrical
Medical Office Assistant
Patient Care Technician (Level 2)
Welding

Course Descriptions

Advisory

Course: Advisory

Term: All Year

Grade: 9-12

Credits: 1

This is a one-hour structured study period that is automatically scheduled into every student’s day. 80% of the

time in the course will be used for learning and using study skills to complete homework, projects, missing assignments, and prepare for assessments. 20% of the time in the course will be used to provide support for end-

of-course exams, ACT prep, assist social emotional learning, hone digital citizenship, and set academic goals.

Prerequisite: None

Fee: None

Agribusiness & Production Systems

Course: Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources

Term: All Year

Grade: 8-12

Credits: 1

This is the first course in the Agricultural Education department. They will examine principles of food science,

natural resource management, animal science & management, plant & horticultural science, power technology and bioscience. Students will examine the FFA organization and Supervised Agricultural Experience programs.

Throughout the course, students will develop communication, leadership and business skills essential to the agriculture industry.

Prerequisite: None

Fee: FFA Membership Dues (Participation covers labs)

Course: Animal Science (Livestock Selection and Management)

Term: All Year

Grade: 10-12

Credits: 1

Students who show interest in production agriculture will benefit from this intensive class on the management

and selection techniques for modern animal production. Students will learn responsible animal management principles and routine husbandry practices in relation to animal welfare and behavior. Learners will identify and

describe the anatomy and physiology of monogastric and ruminant organisms as it applies to nutrition, reproduction and animal health. Learners will also investigate animal genetics and how it impacts principles of

animal improvement, selection and marketing.

This class can be used as a science credit.

Prerequisite: Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources

Fee: FFA Membership Dues (Participation covers labs)

Course: Natural Resources

Term: All Year

Grade: 10-12

Credits: 1

Students will learn dendrology and utilize this knowledge to understand forest types, harvesting, and timber

production. Students will learn sustainability, and how timber cutting effects wildlife ecosystems. Students will

also learn to identify wildlife tracks and sign, along with ideal habitat for Ohio wildlife animals. This course will

also offer many opportunities to explore and more greatly understand Vinton County’s thriving timber industry.

This class can be used as a science credit.

Prerequisite: Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources

Fee: FFA Membership Dues (Participation covers labs)

Course: Structural Engineering

Term: All Year

Grade: 11-12

Credits: 1

Students will apply principles of engineering and design along with an understanding of the properties and uses of construction materials to buildings and structures used in agriculture, horticulture and natural resources. The course will focus on the study and utilization of wood and lumber, metals, concrete and masonry, pipes and plumbing, and electrical systems. Students will design, plan build and calculate costs-benefits analysis for construction projects while abiding by all building code and safety regulations. *Students will have a lab every other day.

Prerequisite: Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources

+ 2nd year Ag Class

Fee: FFA Membership Dues (Participation covers labs)

Course: Structural Engineering II

Term: All Year

Grade: 12

Credits: 1

Advanced Level Agricultural Mechanics Course, students take skills learned in Structural Engineering and apply

them to more advanced projects with more technical understanding. The course will focus on the study and

utilization of wood and lumber, metals, concrete and masonry, pipes and plumbing, and electrical systems. Students will design, plan build and calculate costs-benefits analysis for construction projects while abiding by all

building code and safety regulations.

Prerequisite: Structural Engineering

Fee: FFA Membership Dues (Participation covers labs)

Course: Agricultural Business Management

Term: All Year

Grade: 12

Credits: 1

Students will examine elements of business, identify organizational structures and apply management skills while

developing business plans, financial reports and strategic goals for new ventures or existing businesses. Learners will use marketing concepts to evaluate the marketing environment and develop a marketing plan with marketing

channels, product approaches, promotion and pricing strategies. Throughout the course, students will apply concepts of ethics and professionalism while implications of business regulations will be identified.

Prerequisite: Structural Engineering

Fee: FFA Membership Dues (Participation covers labs)

Business Education

Course: Keyboarding

Term: Semester

Grade: 9-12

Credits: 0.5

This course will focus on keyboarding by touch. Students will learn multitasking. Students will learn formatting

to manipulate Microsoft Word to format memos, personal business letters, basic reports, tables and flyers. Students will get an introduction to Microsoft Excel to create basic worksheets, workbooks, and charts. Students

will learn to create presentations with Microsoft PowerPoint and how to use the Internet for educational purposes. This class is a prerequisite for all other computer courses.

Prerequisite: None

Fee: $5.00

Course: Computer Applications I

Term: Semester

Grade: 9-12

Credits: 0.5

This course is an extension of Keyboarding and will include hands-on application and integration of Microsoft Word (letters, reports, tables, etc.), Microsoft Excel (spreadsheets with formulas, charts, etc.), Microsoft PowerPoint (automatic slide presentations), Internet use, language skills, computer security and privacy, computer ethics, intellectual property rights, and more.

Prerequisite: Keyboarding

Fee: $5.00

Course: Computer Applications II

Term: Semester

Grade: 9-12

Credits: 0.5

This course will enable students to become competent in computer skills needed to survive in a technology-based world. It will give them background in computer evolution and future technology, with a brief review of

Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel. Students will be introduced to graphic design using Microsoft Publisher, requiring digitization of photos. Students will learn public speaking techniques and about media storage, while

creating presentations in Microsoft PowerPoint and Prezi. Students will create multimedia projects using

Microsoft Movie Maker and learn how to use an online classroom and Web 2.0 online learning.

Prerequisite: Computer Applications I

Fee: $5.00

Course: Accounting I CP

Term: Year

Grade: 10-12

Credits: 1

Accounting is the language of business (keeping track of the financial records of a company). Accounting is a

great career opportunity with lots of income potential. The complete accounting cycle is learned. Analyzing, journalizing, posting to ledgers, completing a work sheet, and preparing financial statements are learned and

applied by hands-on application. Using the computer/software is included as computers are used in “real world”

accounting. This CP class is recommended for anyone intending to study business, management, medicine, law,

etc., or owning your own business.

Prerequisite: Keyboarding

Fee: $15.00

Course: Business Foundations
Term: All Year

Grade: 9-12
Credits: 1

This is the first course and introduces students to specializations within the Business and Administrative Services, Finance, and Marketing career path. Students will obtain knowledge and skills in fundamental business activities. They will be instructed on business processes, economics and business relationships. Students will use technology to synthesize and share business information. Employability skills, leadership and communications and personal financial literacy will be addressed.

Students mastering this course content will be poised to be successful in further business coursework, including dual credit opportunities. Students will take a state career technical attainment assessment (WebXam) at the end

of the course. Passing the exam will enable students to earn college transfer credit at any Ohio public college/university.

This course is a one year course and fulfills the Personal Finance graduation requirement.

Prerequisite: None

Fee: None

Course: Strategic Entrepreneurship

Term: All Year

Grade: 10-12

Credits: 1

Students will use innovation skills to generate ideas for new products and services, evaluate the feasibility of ideas,

and develop a strategy for commercialization. Students will use technology to select target markets, profile target

customers, define the venture’s mission, and create business plans. Students will take initial steps to establish a

business. Students will calculate and forecast costs, break-even, and sales. Establishing brand, setting prices, promoting products, and managing customer relationships will be emphasized.

Prerequisite: Business Foundations or Personal Financial Management

Fee: None

Course: Fundamentals of Business and

Administrative Services

Term: All Year

Grade: 10-12
Credits: 1

This is a one year course and the first course specific to the Business and Administrative Services career field. It

introduces students to the specializations offered in Business and Administrative Services. Students will obtain

fundamental knowledge and skills in general management, human resources management, operations management, business informatics and office management. Students will acquire knowledge of business

operations, business relationships, resource management, process management and financial principles. Students will use technological tools and applications to develop business insights.

of the course. Passing the exam will enable students to earn college transfer credit at any Ohio public

college/university.

Prerequisite: Business Foundations

Fee: None

Course: Digital Marketing and Management

Term: All Year

Grade: 11-12

Credits: 1

Students will apply tools, strategies and processes to communicate digitally with targeted customers. They will

create, implement, and critique online advertising, email marketing, websites, social media, mobile marketing, search-engine optimization, video or images and podcasts/webcasts. Students will apply project management

techniques to guide and control digital communications efforts. They will also create and repurpose content for use in digital environments. Technology, employability skills, leadership and communications will be incorporated

in classroom activities.

of the course. Passing the exam will enable students to earn college transfer credit at any Ohio public college/university.

Prerequisite: Fundamentals of Business and Administrative Services

Fee: None

Course: Career Connections

Term: All Year

Grade: 12

Credits: 1

In this course, students investigate how classroom learning translates into marketable skills. Through hands-on

learning and local business involvement, students will engage in career-related experiences to acquire basic skills

in various career fields. This provides students with tangible experiences to begin career decision making. Students will be allowed early-release or late-arrival to earn work and community service hours. Students will be

required to record hours daily. Supervisors with complete evaluations of students’ work.

Prerequisite: Business Foundations or Personal

Financial Management

Fee: None

English Language Arts

Course: English I CP

Term: All Year

Grade: 9

Credits: 1

Students in English I College Preparatory will be focusing on skills necessary to pass the American Institutes for

Research (AIR) tests. This class develops critical reading, writing, and high levels of discussion skills. Ohio’s

Learning Standards for language, speaking and listening, writing, reading for informational text, and literature standards are the framework for this course. This includes extensive writing units that focus on the different type

of essays, modern language association formatting, author’s point of view and purpose, well developed attention

grabbers and thesis statements, and effectively writing five paragraph essays. Vocabulary, syntax, parts of speech,

and grammar will be an on-going part of class work. Poems, plays, short stories, and novels will be used to enhance reading comprehension skills. Students will also focus on nonfiction readings and informational text.

Classic texts, construct connections, and literary analysis will also be studied

Prerequisite: None

Fee: $5.00

Course: English I

Term: All Year

Grade: 9

Credits: 1

Students in English I will be focusing on skills necessary to pass the American Institutes for Research (AIR) tests.

Ohio’s Learning Standards for language, speaking and listening, writing, reading for informational text, and

literature standards are the framework for this course. This includes an extensive writing unit that focuses on the different type of essays, author’s point of view and purpose, attention grabbers and thesis statements, and

effectively writing five paragraph essays. Vocabulary, syntax, parts of speech, and grammar will be an on-going part of class work. Poems, plays, short stories, informational text, nonfiction readings, and novels will be used to

enhance reading comprehension skills.

Prerequisite: None

Fee: $5.00

Course: English I Emphasis

Term: All Year

Grade: 9

Credits: 1

This course is designed for 9th grade At-Risk /students with IEPs. Students in English I will be focusing on

writing skills necessary to pass American Institutes for Research (AIR) tests. This class develops critical reading,

writing, and discussion skills. Ohio’s Learning Standards for language, speaking and listening, writing, reading for

informational text, and literature standards are the framework for this course. This includes letter writing, basic research procedures, persuasive essays, writing a good thesis statement, clear paragraphs that support thesis

statement and topic sentences. Vocabulary, syntax, parts of speech, and grammar will be an on-going part of class work. Poems, plays, stories and novels will be used to enhance reading skills. This class will include an

Intervention Specialist Teacher to assist with the educational needs of the students participating in this class.

Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation

Fee: None

Course: English 9

Term: All Year

Grade: 9

Credits: 1

As set forth in the State Core Curriculum, ninth grade English applies strategies for writing instruction as well as

appreciation and understanding of literary, informational and functional text. The course is designed for students with IEPs in English I. Students will develop crucial reading, writing, and discussion skills. Ohio’s Learning

Standards for language, speaking and listening, writing, reading for informational context, and literature standards are the framework for the course. The following will be included in their instruction in Writing: letter writing,

basic research procedures, persuasive, expository and narrative essays. Students will be able to write a good thesis statement, clear paragraphs that support the thesis statement and topic sentences. In Reading, students will work

daily on vocabulary, spelling, syntax, parts of speech, and grammar. Poems, plays, stories, and novels will be used to enhance reading skills. A novel or outside reading material will be required and students will turn in reading

logs for that reading material each quarter. These items will give the students the necessary skills to pass the

American Institutes for Research (AIR) tests.

Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation

Fee: None

Course: English II Honors

Term: All Year

Grade: 10

Credits: 1

This class is designed for college-bound sophomores who are highly motivated and seek challenge beyond the CP

level. Students can expect to work independently and at an advanced pace. Course of study includes reading,

interpreting, and analyzing various genres of literature. The students will also further develop their writing skills through various writing styles and formats, including the five-paragraph essay and research. Some emphasis will

be placed on the AIR tests and ACT prep work. Students may be expected to complete summer reading in preparation for the course work. Placement into this class will be based on teacher recommendation only.

Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation

Fee: $5.00

Course: English II Honors

Term: All Year

Grade: 10

Credits: 1

This class is designed for college-bound sophomores who are highly motivated and seek challenge beyond the CP

level. Students can expect to work independently and at an advanced pace. Course of study includes reading,

Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation

Fee: $5.00

Course: English II CP
Term: All Year

Grade: 10

Credits: 1

This class develops critical reading, writing, and discussion skills. Students must acquire skills necessary for

successful performance in college. There are both in-class and out-of-class writing assignments. Papers will be required that examine writers and writing styles. Poetry, short stories, plays, essays, speeches, and novels will be included in classwork. Research topics and library projects will be introduced. Students in CP are required to read a chosen novel out of class and compose a paper about that book each grading period.

Prerequisite: None

Fee: $5.00

Course: English II

Term: All Year

Grade: 10

Credits: 1

Students will have some review of grammar (in relation to writing). Literature, both fiction and nonfiction, will

be the prime area of study. Research methods will be introduced. A novel or outside reading assignment will be required, and students will turn in book logs for that reading material each quarter. Writing skills will revolve

around the five-paragraph paper, including those necessary to successfully complete the AIR tests.

Prerequisite: None

Fee: $5.00

Course: English II Emphasis

Term: All Year

Grade: 10

Credits: 1

This course is designed for 10th grade At-Risk/students with IEPs. Students will have some review of grammar

(in relation to writing). Literature, both fiction and nonfiction, will be the prime area of study. Research methods will be introduced. A novel or outside reading assignment will be required. Writing skills will revolve around the

five-paragraph paper including those necessary to successfully complete the AIR tests. This class will include an

Intervention Specialist Teacher to assist with the educational needs of the students participating in this class.

Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation

Fee: $5.00

Course: English 10

Term: All Year

Grade: 10

Credits: 1

This course is designed for students with IEPs in English II. As set forth in the State Core Curriculum, tenth grade English applies strategies for writing instruction as well as appreciation and understanding of literary,

informational and functional text. Students will develop crucial reading, writing, and discussion skills. Ohio’s

Learning Standards for language, speaking and listening, writing, reading for informational text, and literature

standards are the framework for this course. The following will be included in the instruction in Writing: letter writing, basic research procedures, persuasive, expository, and narrative essays. Students will be able to write a

good thesis statement, clear paragraphs that support the thesis statement and topic sentences. In Reading, students will work daily on vocabulary, spelling, syntax, parts of speech, and grammar. Poems, plays, stories, and novels will be used to enhance reading skills. A novel or outside reading material will be required and students will submit reading logs for that reading material each quarter. These items will give the students the necessary skills to pass the American Institutes for Research (AIR) tests.

Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation

Fee: None

Course: English III Honors

Term: All Year

Grade: 11

Credits: 1

This class is designed for college bound juniors who are internally motivated and seek challenges beyond the

college-prep level. Students will work independently and at an advanced pace. This course of study corresponds

with Ohio’s New Learning Standards for college and career readiness by emphasizing advanced reading,

interpretation, and critical analysis of various genres of American Literature. Honors students will also further

develop their writing and researching skills through multi-genre projects and quarterly essays using a variety of writing styles and formats. Emphasis will be placed on ACT vocabulary and test preparation. Students may be expected to complete summer reading in preparation for the coursework.

Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation

Fee: $5.00

Course: English III CP

Term: All Year

Grade: 11

Credits: 1

These college bound students will interpret and analyze American literature. Students will study how literature

has evolved over time, by reflecting on a variety of literary texts including historical documents, novels, plays, short stories, and poetry. A research paper will be required as part of the course of study. Students will be

required to complete at least one independent reading project involving a classic American novel. Writing skills necessary for success in college will be reinforced. ACT and college/career readiness information will be

included. This course will be more rigorous, and will require some outside preparation, including outside reading and writing assignments.

Prerequisite: None

Fee: $5.00

Course: English III

Term: All Year

Grade: 11

Credits: 1

This course will focus on the study of American Literature. Skills in grammar, literature, interpretation, and composition will be reinforced. Students will be introduced to basic research skills, and at least one research project will be required during the second nine week grading period. Novels, plays, poetry, short stories, and historical texts will be analyzed as part of the course of study. Career readiness will be emphasized, and occupational information will be included.

Prerequisite: None

Fee: $5.00

Course: English 11

Term: All Year

Grade: 11

Credits: 1

This course is designed for 11th grade students with IEPs. It is intended to address the benchmarks upon which

the AIR tests are based. Ohio’s Learning Standards of language, speaking and listening, writing, reading for

informational text, and literature standards are the framework of this course.

Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation

Fee: None

Course: AP English Literature & Composition

Term: All Year

Grade: 12

Credits: 1

AP English Literature and Composition is an introductory college-level literary analysis course. Students cultivate

their understanding of literature through reading and analyzing texts as they explore concepts like character, setting, structure, perspective, figurative language, and literary analysis in the context of literary works. An AP

examination will be administered to students who choose to take it at the end of the school year, and credit may be awarded by colleges and/or universities.

Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation

Fee: $5.00

Course: English IV CP

Term: All Year

Grade: 12

Credits: 1

This class helps students hone their critical reading and writing skills for college. The reading material follows a

historical progression of classical English literature. There will be an intense examination of poetry, plays, stories,

and novels. Persuasive, comparison, and opinion papers will be designed to help prepare students for future college assignments. A research paper will be completed. College and career readiness will be explored.

Prerequisite: None

Fee: $5.00

Course: English IV

Term: All Year

Grade: 12

Credits: 1

This class is geared toward students who are not sure if college is in their future. Study of grammar is limited to

that which is most helpful in formal speaking and writing situations. Writing assignments will vary from paragraphs to five paragraph papers. Focuses will include comparison papers, persuasive papers, and opinion

papers. Writing skills will include those needed to succeed in different areas of society. A research project will be required. The reading material follows a historical progression of classical English literature. Plays and novels are

also read and analyzed. College and career readiness will be explored.

Prerequisite: None

Fee: $5.00

Course: English 12

Term: All Year

Grade: 12

Credits: 1

This course is designed for 12th grade students with IEPs. Ohio’s Learning Standards of language, speaking and

listening, writing, reading for informational text, and literature standards are the framework of this course.

Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation

Fee: None

Course: Speech

Term: All Year

Grade: 10-12

Credits: 1

Speech class focuses on public speaking emphasizing the skills necessary for the presentation of various kinds of

oral activities. Both preparation and delivery of speeches will be developed. The students participate in a variety of discussions, debates, and oral interpretive activities. This class is recommended for college bound students.

Prerequisite: None

Fee: None

Family & Consumer Sciences

Course: Personal Financial Management

Term: All Year

Grade: 10-12

Credits: 1

This course meets the financial literacy requirement per Senate Bill 311 for graduation. Students can work

towards earning Ohio Means Jobs Readiness Seal. In this course, students will develop personal financial plans for individual personal well-being. Throughout the course, students will develop financial literacy skills to

provide a basis for responsible citizenship and career success. Additional topics will include analyzing services from financial institutions, consumer protection, investment and risk management. Students will be required to

complete one sewing project, which they will have to purchase. Students will also prepare healthy, economic meal plans and will participate in food labs.

Prerequisite: None

Fee: $10.00

Course: Personal Financial Management (Emphasis)

Term: All Year

Grade: 10-12

Credits: 1

This course meets the financial literacy requirement per Senate Bill 311 for graduation. In this course, students

will develop personal financial plans for individual personal well-being. Throughout the course, students will develop financial literacy skills to provide a basis for responsible citizenship and career success. Additional topics

will include analyzing services from financial institutions, consumer protection, investment and risk management. Students will be required to complete one sewing project, which they will have to purchase. Students will also

prepare healthy, economic meal plans and will participate in food labs.

Prerequisite: None

Fee: $10.00

Course: Career and College Readiness

Term: Semester

Grade: 10-12

Credits: 0.5

In this course, students will develop effective learning strategies and skills to provide a strong foundation for

successful lifelong learning. Throughout the course, students will research careers and occupations, review postsecondary admissions qualifications and develop interviewing skills. Additional topics will include principles

and techniques of professionalism, networking, conflict-resolution, negotiation, leadership and entrepreneurship. Students can work towards earning Ohio Means Jobs Readiness Seal.

Prerequisite: None

Fee: None

Course: Child Development

Term: Semester

Grade: 9-12

Credits: 0.5

In this course, students will study the principles of child growth, development and behavior. An emphasis will be

placed on physical, emotional and cognitive development of a child along with sensory and motor skills.

Additional topics will include communicable diseases, childhood diseases, immunizations, and theories of child development, learning styles and evaluating childcare services.

Prerequisite: None

Fee: $10.00

Course: Personal Wellness

Term: Semester

Grade: 9-12

Credits: 0.5

This course serves as a health credit. In this course, students will analyze personal physical, emotional, social and intellectual growth for a healthy lifestyle. An emphasis will be placed on lifespan wellness by managing stress through relaxation, physical activity and sleep. Additional topics will include human growth development, mental health management, personal hygiene and preparing for emergency medical situations. Students will participate in food labs where they will access nutrition, evaluate recipes and learn proper food handling techniques.

Prerequisite: None

Fee: $10.00

Course: Personal Wellness (Emphasis)

Term: Semester

Grade: 9-12

Credits: 0.5

This course is designed for 9th - 12th grade students with IEP’s/At Risk. This course serves as a health credit. In

this course, students will analyze personal physical, emotional, social and intellectual growth for a healthy lifestyle. An emphasis will be placed on lifespan wellness by managing stress through relaxation, physical activity and sleep.

Additional topics will include human growth development, mental health management, personal hygiene and preparing for emergency medical situations. Students will participate in food labs where they will access nutrition,

evaluate recipes and learn proper food handling techniques.

Prerequisite: None

Fee: $10.00

Course: Principles of Nutrition and Wellness

Term: Semester

Grade: 10-12

Credits: 0.5

In this course, students will use principles of nutrition to ensure a healthy body throughout the lifecycle. An

emphasis will be placed on planning and preparing meals with an understanding of nutrients and their benefits,

portion control and dietary needs. Additional information will include steroid and supplemental use, body weight and management and the implementation of physical activity to maintain a healthy lifestyle.

Prerequisite: None

Fee: $12.00

Course: Textile Design, Construction and Maintenance (Clothing Choices I)

Term: Semester

Grade: 9-12

Credits: 0.5

In this course students will study the visual appearance of fabric and fashion design. Students will identify,

analyze and apply production processes and techniques to textiles. Additional topics will include the maintenance and alterations of textile products, including home interior accessories and garments. Students must complete this

course prior to taking Clothing Choices II, III, and IV.

Prerequisite: None

Fee: *Students purchase supplies*

Course: Clothing Choices II, III and IV

Term: Semester

Grade: 10-12

Credits: 0.5

This course is an individualized class designed for intermediate to experienced sewers. The class will further

investigate textile studies and wardrobe planning. Students will master sewing techniques and pattern design basics. Students may elect to schedule this class a maximum of 3 semesters.

Prerequisite: Textile Design (Clothing Choices I)

Fee: *Students purchase supplies*

Course: Leadership and Community Engagement

Term: All Year

Grade: 10-12

Credits: 1

In order to take this course, students should have previously taken one of the other courses offered in our

department and member of FCCLA. In this course, students will analyze interests, aptitudes and skills to prepare

for careers and transition through life. An emphasis will be placed on work ethics, team building, communication, and leadership skills. Additional topics will include technology etiquette and career planning. Additional volunteer services or community service projects will be required to participate in FCCLA.

Prerequisite: 1 FCS Course + FCCLA Member

Fee: $10.00

Fine Arts (Visual Art & Music)

Course: Art I (020012)

Term: All Year

Grade: 9-12

Credits: 1

A study of the knowledge, skills and processes for observing, creating, responding and communicating in ways

that are unique to visual art. Art production and the construction of meaning in visual artworks are

complimentary learning activities. Course content may include meaningful connections between visual art and other disciplines to enable students to understand art in a broader context.

Prerequisite: None

Fee:

Course: Art II (020012)

Term: All Year

Grade: 10-12

Credits: 1

A study of the knowledge, skills and processes for observing, creating, responding and communicating in ways

that are unique to visual art. Art production and the construction of meaning in visual artworks are

complimentary learning activities. Course content may include meaningful connections between visual art and other disciplines to enable students to understand art in a broader context.

Prerequisite: Art I

Fee:

Course: Art III (020012)

Term: All Year

Grade: 11-12

Credits: 1

A study of the knowledge, skills and processes for observing, creating, responding and communicating in ways

that are unique to visual art. Art production and the construction of meaning in visual artworks are

complimentary learning activities. Course content may include meaningful connections between visual art and other disciplines to enable students to understand art in a broader context.

Prerequisite: Art II

Fee:

Course: Art IV: Advanced (029902)

Term: All Year

Grade: 12

Credits: 1

An advanced course of organized subject matter and experiences in art. Works from different cultures and time periods as well as those created by the students are studied. Students must be highly motivated and create a

portfolio and complete culminating project.

Prerequisite: Art III

Fee:

Course: Band

Term: All Year

Grade: 9-12

Credits: 1

Students involved will be exposed to a wide range of musical styles while improving skills in performance,

technique, musicality, and musicianship. The focus of the ensemble is to enhance the educational experience and teach a lifelong skill through the arts. Participants will grow as musicians, as well as become ambassadors of the

school district to the community. This ensemble will enhance students academically in mathematics, history, and science through these subjects’ relationship to music. Participation in a middle school instrumental ensemble is helpful, but not required. Any student participating in the band program is also required to participate in marching band.

Prerequisite: MS Ensemble or Teacher Recommendation

Fee: None

Course: Music Theory

Term: All Year

Grade: 9-12

Credits: 1

Students in Music Theory will focus on learning how to read, understand, and evaluate music. Topics covered

range from note reading, understanding of sound and pitch, rhythm, melody, harmony, and musical notation.

Any student interested in music or playing any instrument will benefit from this course. Upon completion of this

course, students will understand classical as well as contemporary music and will be able to compose simple melodies and provide harmonies for those melodies. Through the study of Music Theory, students learn many of

the Academic Content Standards for music as set by the Ohio Department of Education.

Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation

Fee: $13.00

Course: History of Rock

Term: Semester

Grade: 10-12

Credits: 0.5

This course is designed to replace the traditional High School General Music classes of the past. As much as

“Classical Music” and composers have shaped the face and sounds of music and society, no music has had a

greater impact on the world than Rock and Roll. Through the study of Rock and Roll, students learn many of the Academic Content Standards for music as set by the Ohio Department of Education. As with all subject

areas, music content standards are an important aspect of a student’s education. This class gives us the

opportunity to discuss art, theatre, math, science, language, world culture, as well as Music History. We discuss

the influence which Rock and Roll music has had on other styles of music and how world events influenced this music.

Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation

Fee: None

Course: Instrumental Methods

Term: Semester

Grade: 9-12

Credits: 0.5

Students enrolled in course have a period scheduled into their day in which they may learn a new instrument,

practice their current instrument, hone their music theory/other musical skills, and work with online resources

and technology to deliver coursework. Students have the opportunity to study any wind or percussion instrument, switching quarterly throughout the semester. The course is open to grades 9-12. Students have the opportunity to study any wind instrument (flute, oboe, bassoon, clarinet, saxophone, trumpet, horn, trombone, euphonium,

tuba), percussion instruments (mallets, drums etc.), or beginning piano, switching quarterly throughout the

semester. Prior experience in music is preferred (experience in band, choir, orchestra or music theory.)

Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation

Fee: None

Course: Mixed Chorus

Term: All Year

Grade: 9-12

Credits: 1

This singing group will be open to all students. This group will study a variety of choral music including classical,

sacred, secular and pop music. The group will perform for community functions upon request. They also are the

core group for the annual high school musical.

Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation

Fee: None

Course: Director’s Choir

Term: All Year

Grade: 9-12

Credits: 1

The Director's Choir is a select ensemble. Although open to all students, the group is made up of only the more

advanced music students. The choir performs at community functions and sings more difficult music than mixed chorus.

Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation + Audition

Fee: None

Course: Viking Players Production

Term: Semester

Grade: 9-12

Credits: 0.5 (Crew 0.25)

The Viking Players Production in the spring involves many hours of rehearsals that involves performers, lighting and stage crews. These students will be recommended by the director for time spent in rehearsals and activities involved in the spring play production.

Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation + Audition

Fee: None

Foreign Language

Course: French I CP

Term: All Year

Grade: 9-12

Credits: 1

Students in English I will be focusing on skills necessary to pass the American Institutes for Research (AIR) tests.

Ohio’s Learning Standards for language, speaking and listening, writing, reading for informational text, and

enhance reading comprehension skills.

Prerequisite: B in English

Fee: None

Course: French II CP

Term: All Year

Grade: 10-12

Credits: 1

Students at this level will be expected to master more complex structures of basic French grammar and

vocabulary in order to strengthen their novice-level proficiency in the language. Practice and study in reading, writing, speaking and listening skills will continue. Further study of French culture, geography and the culture of Francophone countries will be included. Comparative projects will also be assigned. Typically, half of the class will be conducted in French and students will be expected to answer basic questions in the target language.

Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation

Fee: None

Course: French III CP

Term: All Year

Grade: 11-12

Credits: 1

Students will strive to achieve a novice-intermediate level of proficiency in reading, writing, speaking and listening comprehension. Students will be expected to master even more advanced levels of French grammar and will be

required to have a sizeable working vocabulary in French. This course is designed to introduce the final grammar base of the French language. Specific French cultural issues, such as French history, art and literature, will be included in the curriculum. In addition, students will research the francophone world as a whole. A majority of the class will be conducted in French.

Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation

Fee: None

Course: French IV CP

Term: All Year

Grade: 11-12

Credits: 1

Students at this level will be expected to master advanced concepts of French grammar and will be required to have an extensive vocabulary base. It is expected that students will perfect novice-superior skills in reading, writing, speaking and listening comprehension. Students should be prepared to communicate in French in this class and complete a large amount of independent reading and writing. This course will provide a review of grammar, but will focus largely on literature and current event comprehension and analysis in the target language.

Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation

Fee: None

Course: Spanish I CP

Term: All Year

Grade: 9-11

Credits: 1

This course is an introduction to Spanish. In this first year course, emphasis is placed on mastering fundamental

Spanish vocabulary and grammar in order to achieve novice-level proficiency in writing, reading, speaking and listening comprehension. The cultural and geographical aspects of Spanish-speaking countries will be introduced. Students are expected to complete various projects, daily assignments and participate in the learning process.

Daily diligent study, organization, motivation and preparation are a must for success.

Prerequisite: B in English

Fee: $22.00

Course: Spanish II CP

Term: All Year

Grade: 10-12

Credits: 1

This course is a continuation of Spanish I CP: the study of the structure of the language is continued and

advanced with the mastery of a more diverse vocabulary for different situations in order to strengthen their novice-level proficiency in the language. There is a constant review of previously mastered materials from

Spanish I. More in-depth research of the Spanish-speaking world will be included and the use of target language will increase. Students will be expected to use the target language in class as much as possible. This course is

necessary for those who plan to continue their study of Spanish.

Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation

Fee: $22.00

Course: Spanish III CP

Term: All Year

Grade: 11-12

Credits: 1

This course is an accelerated review and continuation of material introduced in Spanish I & II. Strengthening and

refinement of listening, speaking, writing, and reading comprehension skills are emphasized and advanced grammar is introduced in order to achieve a novice-intermediate level of proficiency. Structured composition is also developed. The majority of this class will be conducted in the target language. There will be an emphasis on specific cultural issues of the Spanish-speaking world. Students will be completing various projects that will connect with the Spanish-speaking world around them.

Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation

Fee: $22.00

Course: Spanish IV CP

Term: All Year

Grade: 12

Credits: 1

This course is a continuation of Spanish I, II, and III CP and is designed to strengthen aural/oral skills, reading

comprehension, advanced composition and conversation in order to perfect novice-intermediate/ high level of proficiency. There will be an emphasis on the culture and literature of Spain and selected Spanish-speaking

countries around the world. In addition, students will participate in debates and discussions on current events pertaining to Spanish-speaking countries in the target language. We will also be researching and learning about the geography, history and culture of the Spanish-speaking world. Students will be required to use the target language the majority of the time.

Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation

Fee: None

Course: Spanish V CP

Term: All Year

Grade: 12

Credits: 1

This course is a continuation of Spanish I, II, III, & IV CP and is designed to strengthen aural/oral skills, reading

geography, history and culture of the Spanish-speaking world. Students will be required to use the target language the majority of the time.

Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation

Fee: None

Information Technology

Course: Information Technology: Computers and the Internet

Term: All Year

Grade: 9-12

Credits: 1

This first course in the IT career field is designed to provide students with a working knowledge of computer

concepts and essential skills necessary for work and communication in today’s society. Students will learn safety,

security, and ethical issues in computing and social networking. Students will also learn about input/output systems, computer hardware and operating systems, and office applications.

Prerequisite: None

Fee: None

Course: Computer Hardware: PC Troubleshooting and Repair

Term: All Year

Grade: 9-12

Credits: 1

Students will learn to install, repair, and troubleshoot computer hardware systems. They will perform preventative

maintenance practices and learn techniques for maintaining computer hardware security. Communication skills and professionalism in troubleshooting situations will be emphasized.

Prerequisite: Information Technology (before or with)

Fee:

Course: Networking: How the Internet Works

Term: All Year

Grade: 10-12

Credits: 1

Students will install, configure, and troubleshoot network hardware and peripherals. Students will learn networking by exploring the OSI model, network topologies, and cabling. Students will design simple networks,

know how to select physical devices, and be able to configure the equipment. Knowledge and skills relating to the operation and usage of network protocols will be developed.

Prerequisite: Information Technology (before or with)

Fee:

Course: Network Security: How to Detect and Avoid being hacked

Term: All Year

Grade: 11-12

Credits: 1

Students will install, configure, and troubleshoot network hardware and peripherals. Students will learn

networking by exploring the OSI model, network topologies, and cabling. Students will design simple networks,

know how to select physical devices, and be able to configure the equipment. Knowledge and skills relating to the operation and usage of network protocols will be developed.

Prerequisite: Information Technology + Networking or Computer Hardware

Fee:

Course: Mobile Applications: Programming Android Apps

Term: All Year

Grade: 10-12

Credits: 1

Students will learn to program applications for Android phones and tablets as well as basic programming

concepts. Students will also learn the basic Robotics programming by using Lego Mindstorm kits as well as

writing programs to control robots through the Bluetooth on android cell phones and tablets. There is no prerequisite for this class, however students should know how to use a computer and have basic keyboarding

skills.

Prerequisite: Information Technology + Networking or Computer Hardware

Fee:

Mathematics

Course: Algebra I CP

Term: All Year

Grade: 9-12

Credits: 1

This course is designed for the college-bound student who has satisfactorily completed a pre-algebra course or

equivalent and has a strong foundation in basic skills (multiplying, dividing, fractions, decimals, and integers). Students in Algebra I will focus on skills necessary to pass the state mandated end of year exam. Ohio’s Learning

Standards for (a) number and quantity, (b) algebra, (c) functions, and (d) statistics and probability, as well as the

Mathematical Practice Standards, are the framework for this course. Students will deepen and extend their

understanding of linear and exponential relationships by contrasting them with each other and applying linear models to data that exhibit a linear trend. Students will also engage in methods for analyzing, solving, and using

quadratic functions.

Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation

Fee: None

Course: Algebra I

Term: All Year

Grade: 9

Credits: 1

This is a non-college preparatory course. Students in Algebra I will focus on skills necessary to pass the state

mandated end of year exam. Ohio’s Learning Standards for (a) number and quantity, (b) algebra, (c) functions,

and (d) statistics and probability, as well as the Mathematical Practice Standards, are the framework for this

course. Students will deepen and extend their understanding of linear and exponential relationships by contrasting them with each other and applying linear models to data that exhibit a linear trend. Students will also engage in

methods for analyzing, solving, and using quadratic functions.

Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation

Fee: None

Course: Algebra I Emphasis

Term: All Year

Grade: 9

Credits: 1

This course is designed for 9th grade At-Risk students/students with IEPs. Students in Algebra I will focus on

skills necessary to pass the state mandated end of year exam. Ohio’s Learning Standards for (a) number and

quantity, (b) algebra, (c) functions, and (d) statistics and probability, as well as the Mathematical Practice

Standards, are the framework for this course. This course will explore simplifying expressions, solving equations, graphing linear equations, and if time allows, students will also look at quadratics and exponential functions. This

class will include an Intervention Specialist Teacher to assist with the educational needs of the students participating in the class.

Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation

Fee: None

Course: EOC Math Remediation

Term: All Year

Grade: 11-12

Credits: 1

This course is required for those students who scored less than 4 cumulative points on their Algebra I and Geometry End of Course Exams but passed their Algebra I and Geometry courses. The course will focus on all five Ohio’s Learning Standards for Algebra I and Geometry. Student progress will be assessed frequently and course content will be differentiated to student need using the PLATO online learning platform. Remediation and re-teaching will be large components of this course.

Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation/non-competency scores on Algebra/Geometry EOCs

Fee: None

Course: Math 9 (Algebra)

Term: All Year

Grade: 9

Credits: 1

This class is designed for the 9th grade students with IEPs. This course is intended to address the Ohio’s

Learning Standards on which the state mandated end of year exam is based. We will be covering standards from the Number and Quantity standards, the Algebra standards, the Functions standards, and the mathematical

processes. This course includes simplifying expressions, solving equations, graphing linear equations, and if time allows, students will also look at quadratics and exponential functions.

Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation

Fee: None

Course: Geometry CP

Term: All Year

Grade: 9-10

Credits: 1

The study of plane figures such as triangle, squares, and other polygons. The student will use logical thinking while developing new ideas about plane figures. A basic understanding of algebraic concepts is necessary for

success in this course. This course may be taken in conjunction with Algebra II CP (only with teacher recommendation).

Prerequisite: Algebra I + Competency score on EOC

Fee: None

Course: Geometry

Term: All Year

Grade: 10-12

Credits: 1

This course is designed for those students who are not planning to follow the college-preparatory math sequence or are not yet prepared for Geometry CP. Students in Geometry will focus on skills necessary to pass the state

mandated end of year exam. The Mathematical Practice Standards are the framework for this course. Students will explore complex geometric situations and deepen their explanations of geometric relationships, moving

towards formal mathematical arguments. Transformations are emphasized.

Prerequisite: Algebra I + Competency score on EOC or completed Algebra I and Algebra EOC Course

Fee: None

Course: Geometry Emphasis

Term: All Year

Grade: 10-12

Credits: 1

This course is designed for 10th grade At-Risk students/students with IEPs. Students in Geometry will focus on

skills necessary to pass the state mandated end of year exam. The Mathematical Practice Standards are the framework for this course. Students will explore complex geometric situations and deepen their explanations of

geometric relationships, moving towards formal mathematical arguments. Transformations are emphasized. This class will include an Intervention Specialist Teacher to assist with the educational needs of the students

participating in this class.

Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation

Fee: None

Course: Math 10 (Geometry)

Term: All Year

Grade: 10

Credits: 1

This course is designed for 10th grade students with IEPs. This course is designed for those students who are not

planning to follow the college-preparatory math sequence or are not yet prepared for Geometry CP. This course

is intended to address Ohio’s Learning Standards on which the state mandated end of year exam is based. It is

intended as a further exploration of Number and Quantity standards, the Algebra standards, the Functions standards, and the mathematical processes as well as Measurement and Geometry.

Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation

Fee: None

Course: Algebra II CP

Term: All Year

Grade: 9-12

Credits: 1

Algebra II CP is a college preparatory course. Students in Algebra II CP will focus on the following of Ohio’s

Learning Standards: (a) number and quantity, (b) algebra, (c) functions, and (d) statistics and probability, as well as the Mathematical Practice Standards. Building on their work with linear, quadratic, and exponential functions,

students will extend their repertoire of functions to include polynomial, rational expressions, and radical functions. Students work closely with expressions that define the functions, and continue to expand and hone

their abilities to model situations and to solve equations, including solving quadratic equations over the set of complex numbers and solving exponential equations using the properties of logarithms. This course may be taken

in conjunction with Geometry CP in the sophomore year with teacher permission.

Prerequisite: Algebra I + competency score on Algebra EOC

Fee: None

Course: Algebra II

Term: All Year

Grade: 11-12

Credits: 1

Algebra II is appropriate for students who have passed the EOCs and have taken Algebra I and Geometry. Aided by the TI-84+ calculator, Algebra II will pull together concepts from previous math classes and focus on applying

math to real-life situations. Topics include: a) basic arithmetic, (b) operations with expressions, (c) solving equations, (d) functions, (e) mathematical modeling, (f) statistics, and (g) ACT prep.

Prerequisite: Algebra I, Geometry, & competency score on math EOCs

Fee: None

Course: Math 11 (Algebra II)

Term: All Year

Grade: 11

Credits: 1

This course is designed for 11th grade students with IEPs. The course will concentrate on all five content and

process standards; specific grade level indicators and benchmarks will be assessed frequently to find students’ specific areas of weakness and progress being made. Remediation and re-teaching will be large components of this course.

Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation

Fee: None

Course: Math 12

Term: All Year

Grade: 12

Credits: 1

This course is designed for 12th grade students with IEPs. This course will concentrate on all five content and

process standards; specific grade level indicators and benchmarks will be assessed frequently to find students’

specific areas of weakness and progress being made. Remediation and re-teaching will be large components of this course.

Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation

Fee: None

Course: Personal Finance

Term: All Year

Grade: 11-12

Credits: 1

In this class students will develop an introductory understanding of various terms, concepts, and skills related to

personal finance in a simulation, role-play experiential learning environment called Society X. Topics include:

earning money; banking and investing; budgeting; food, clothes, and entertainment; insurance; cars; taxes; and

housing. The course curriculum objectives are based on Ohio’s Financial Literacy Standards. This course is

offered as an option for those students who have passed the Math EOCs.

Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation + competency score on math EOCs

Fee: None

Course: College Math

Term: All Year

Grade: 12

Credits: 1

The content of this course is designed to ready a college-bound student for an entry-level college math class.

Focus will be on basic math concepts, algebra and geometry.

Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation + competency score on math EOCs

Fee: None

Course: Pre-Calculus Honors

Term: All Year

Grade: 11-12

Credits: 1

This is a college preparatory specialized course for advanced mathematics students who plan to major in sciences or mathematics. Topics include two- and three-dimensional analytic geometry; the complex number system and

its connection to vectors; arithmetic and geometric sequences and series, matrix operations and applications; the natural exponential and logarithmic functions and their operations and relationship; parametric equations

simulating motion; use of the polar coordinate system and its equations; inverse trigonometric expressions and equations.

Prerequisite: Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry, + competency score on math EOCs

Fee: None

Course: AP Calculus AB

Term: All Year

Grade: 12

Credits: 1

An advanced placement course in calculus is comparable to the first and portions of the second calculus courses

in colleges and universities. The course explores limits and continuity, differentiation, and integration. Students taking the AP course may seek credit or placement from these institutions of higher learning, dependent upon

results of the national AP exam given in early May of each year. Students will be given percentage grades for this class.

Prerequisite: Pre-Calculus

Fee: None

Course: Transition Math

Term: All Year

Grade: 9-12

Credits: 1

This course is designed for 9th-12th grade IEP students taking the Ohio Alternate Assessment. It is intended to

address the benchmarks upon which the Ohio Alternate Assessment (AASCD) is based. The Ohio Extended

Mathematics Academic Content Standards is the framework of this course.

Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation

Fee: None

Physical Education

Course: General PE 9

Term: Semester

Grade: 9

Credits: 0.25

This course incorporates fundamental motor skills, body control and balance, physical fitness, leisure sports and

games skills, cognitive skills, as well as stress management skills. Every student is required to take 2 semesters of

PE for high school credit. If a student has participated in 2 seasons of athletics, band, and/or show choir, they

may turn in a PE waiver form to remove PE from their required course load.

Prerequisite: None

Fee: None

Course: General PE 10

Term: Semester

Grade: 10

Credits: 0.25

This course incorporates fundamental motor skills, body control and balance, physical fitness, leisure sports and

games skills, cognitive skills, as well as stress management skills. Every student is required to take 2 semesters of PE for high school credit. If a student has participated in 2 seasons of athletics, band, and/or show choir, they may turn in a PE waiver form to remove PE from their required course load.

Prerequisite: None

Fee: None

Course: Physical Fitness

Term: Semester

Grade: 10-12

Credits: 0.5

This course will revolve around physical fitness, emphasizing strength training and the study of various other

topics that affect fitness and athletic performance.

Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation + B in PE

Fee:

Science

Course: Biology I

Term: All Year

Grade: 9

Credits: 1

Students in Biology I Basic will be focusing on skills necessary to pass the American Institute of Research (AIR)

test. Ohio’s Learning Standards for Biology, including the study of cellular structure, function and processes,

heredity, evolution and the diversity and interdependence of life are the framework for this course.

Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation + 1-3 on AIR

Fee: $15.00

Course: Biology I Emphasis

Term: All Year

Grade: 9

Credits: 1

This course is designed for 9th grade At-Risk/students with IEPs. Students in Biology I Basic will be focusing on

skills necessary to pass the American Institute of Research (AIR) test. Ohio’s Learning Standards for Biology,

including the study of cellular structure, function and processes, heredity, evolution and the diversity and interdependence of life are the framework for this course. This class will include an Intervention Specialist Teacher to assist with the educational needs of the students participating in this class.

Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation/IEP

Fee: $15.00

Course: Integrated Biology 9

Term: All Year

Grade: 9

Credits: 1

This course is designed for 9th grade students with IEPs. This is an adapted Basic Biology course, which is an

introduction to Biology, the study of living things. This course will address the Ohio State Standards Benchmarks for life science. The topics include: cell structures, cell processes, genetics, evolution, and ecology.

Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation

Fee: None

Course: Biology I CP

Term: All Year

Grade: 9

Credits: 1

This course is designed for college-bound students who are highly motivated. Students in Biology I College

Preparatory will be focusing on skills necessary to pass the American Institute of Research (AIR) test. Ohio’s

Learning Standards for Biology, including the study of cellular structure, function and processes, heredity, evolution and the diversity and interdependence of life are the framework for this course.

Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation + 4-5 on AIR

Fee: $15.00

Course: Biology I Honors

Term: All Year

Grade: 9

Credits: 1

This course is designed for college-bound students who are highly motivated. Students in Biology I Honors will be focusing on skills necessary to pass the American Institute of Research (AIR) test. Ohio’s Learning Standards

for Biology, including the study of cellular structure, function and processes, heredity, evolution and the diversity and interdependence of life are the framework for this course.

Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation + 5 on AIR

Fee:$15.00

Course: Physical Science

Term: All Year

Grade: 10

Credits: 1

This class is an introduction to basic principles of physical science. This course will address the Ohio State

Standards Benchmarks for physical science. The topics will include forces in nature, laws of motion and matter.

Prerequisite: None

Fee: None

Course: Physical Science Emphasis

Term: All Year

Grade: 10

Credits: 1

This course is designed for 10th grade At-Risk/students with IEPs. This course will address the Ohio State

Standards Benchmarks for physical science. This class will include an Intervention Specialist Teacher to assist with the educational needs of the students participating in this class.

Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation

Fee: None

Course: Integrated Physical Science 10

Term: All Year

Grade: 10

Credits: 1

This course is designed for 10th grade students with IEPs. This is an adapted Physical Science course, which is an

introduction to basic principles of physical science. This course will address the Ohio State Standards

Benchmarks for physical science. The topics will include forces of nature, laws of motion and matter.

Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation

Fee: None

Course: Physical Science CP

Term: All Year

Grade: 10

Credits: 1

This class is a more advanced level of the basic principles of physical science. This course will address the Ohio

State Standards Benchmarks for physical science. The topics include forces in nature, laws of motion and matter.

Recommended for college bound students.

Prerequisite: None

Fee: None

Course: Physical Science Honors

Term: All Year

Grade: 10

Credits: 1

This course is designed for college-bound students who are highly motivated. This class is a more advanced level

of the basic principles of physical science. This course will address the Ohio State Standards Benchmarks for physical science. The topics include forces in nature, laws of motion and matter. Recommended for college bound students.

Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation

Fee: None

Course: Biology EOC Prep

Term: All Year

Grade: 11-12

Credits: 1

This course is required for those students who scored a 1 on the Biology I End of Course Exam but passed their

Biology course.

Prerequisite: 1 on Biology EOC Exam

Fee: None

Course: Environmental Studies

Term: All Year

Grade: 11-12

Credits: 1

An introduction to ecology and environmental studies including how soil, water and air quality affect and interact

with living things and how humans impact the environment.

Prerequisite: None

Fee: None

Course: Earth Science

Term: All Year

Grade: 11-12

Credits: 1

An introductory high school Earth Science course for juniors and seniors. This will complete a high school study

of three natural sciences: biology, physical, and earth sciences. The course involves students by challenging them with scientific investigation and questions pertaining to the investigations.

Prerequisite: None

Fee: None

Course: Biology II

Term: All Year

Grade: 11-12

Credits: 1

This life science course is a continuation of Biology I CP. Topics include anatomy and physiology of higher

animals, genetics, and microbiology. Ohio State Standards for grades 11and 12 life science benchmarks will be addressed.

Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation

Fee: $15.00

Course: Astronomy

Term: All Year

Grade: 11-12

Credits: 1

Introductory astronomy will include the study of light and its relationship to a telescope, the solar system and its

planetary and non-planetary members, stars and their life sequence and star gazing.

Prerequisite: None

Fee: None

Course: Integrated Environmental Science

Term: All Year

Grade: 11-12

Credits: 1

This course is designed for 11th/12th grade students with IEPs. This is an adapted Environmental Science

course, which is an introduction to basic principles of environmental science. Environmental science incorporates biology, chemistry, physics and physical geology and introduces students to key concepts, principles and theories

within environmental science.

Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation

Fee: None

Course: Chemistry I

Term: All Year

Grade: 11-12

Credits: 1

An introductory study of the elements that compose matter. The student will acquire a useful knowledge of an

atom, compounds and chemical reactions. Chemical theory and mathematical computations are stressed. Ohio State Standards for grades 11 and 12 will be addressed. Laboratory experiments demonstrate practical applications of learned principles. Recommended for college- bound students.

Prerequisite: C in Algebra

Fee: $15.00

Course: Chemistry II

Term: All Year

Grade: 12

Credits: 1

This course will utilize learned knowledge from Chemistry I for a detailed study of solutions, organic chemistry

and some qualitative study. The lab work will strengthen the student’s practical skills for future study.

Recommended for college bound students. Ohio State Standards for grades 11 and 12 will be addressed.

Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation

Fee: $15.00

Course: Physics

Term: All Year

Grade: 12

Credits: 1

A complete study of motion, energy, heat, electricity and light. A mathematically based interpretation of these topics is discussed. This will help the student apply his knowledge of Algebra and Trigonometry and yet further his understanding in the field of mathematics as well as physics. Ohio State Standards for grades 11 and 12 will be addressed. Recommended for the college bound student.

Prerequisite: Algebra II

Fee: $10.00

Course: Physical Geology CP

Term: All Year

Grade: 11-12

Credits: 1

Physical geology is a high school level course that incorporates physical science and life science to introduce

students to key concepts, principles and theories within geology. Students engage in investigations to understand and explain the behavior of nature in a variety of inquiry and design scenarios that incorporate scientific

reasoning, analysis, communications skills and real-world applications.

Prerequisite: None

Fee: None

Course: Anatomy & Physiology

Term: All Year

Grade: 10-12

Credits: 1

This course is designed for college-bound students who are highly motivated. Students in Human Anatomy and

Physiology will be continuing their life science studies. Ohio’s Learning Standards for Anatomy and Physiology

are the framework for this course. The course will require students to be active participants in hands-on dissections and will be expected to demonstrate knowledge on tests, quizzes and lab practicums.

Prerequisite: 3+ Bio EOC, C in Bio, and Teacher Recommendation

Fee: $15.00

Course: Transition Science

Term: All Year

Grade: 9-12

Credits: 1

This course is designed for 9th-12th grade students with IEPs taking the Ohio Alternate Assessment. It is

intended to address the benchmarks upon which the Ohio Alternate Assessment (AASCD) is based. The Ohio

Extended Science Academic Content Standards is the framework of this course.

Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation

Fee: None

Social Studies

Course: Modern World History CP

Term: All Year

Grade: 9

Credits: 1

This course examines world events from 1600 to the present. It explores the impact of the democratic and

industrial revolutions, the forces that led to world domination by European powers, the wars that changed

empires, the ideas that led to independence movements and the effects of global interdependence. The concepts of historical thinking introduced in earlier grades continue to build with students locating and analyzing primary

and secondary sources from multiple perspectives to draw conclusions. Rigor will prepare students intending to enroll in college or university at the next level.

Prerequisite: MS Teacher Recommendation

Fee: None

Course: Modern World History

Term: All Year

Grade: 9

Credits: 1

This course examines world events from 1600 to the present. It explores the impact of the democratic and

industrial revolutions, the forces that led to world domination by European powers, the wars that changed

and secondary sources from multiple perspectives to draw conclusions.

Prerequisite: None

Fee: None

Course: Modern World History Emphasis

Term: All Year

Grade: 9

Credits: 1

This course is designed for 9th grade At-Risk students and students with IEPs. This course examines world

events from 1600 to the present. It explores the impact of the democratic and industrial revolutions, the forces that led to world domination by European powers, the wars that changed empires, the ideas that led to

independence movements and the effects of global interdependence. The concepts of historical thinking introduced in earlier grades continue to build with students locating and analyzing primary and secondary sources from multiple perspectives to draw conclusions.

Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation

Fee: None

Course: Modern World History 9

Term: All Year

Grade: 9

Credits: 1

This course is designed for 9th grade students with IEPs. This course examines world events from 1600 to the

present. It explores the impact of the democratic and industrial revolutions, the forces that led to world domination by European powers, the wars that changed empires, the ideas that led to independence movements

and the effects of global interdependence. The concepts of historical thinking introduced in earlier grades continue to build with students locating and analyzing primary and secondary sources from multiple perspectives to draw conclusions.

Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation

Fee: None

Course: American History CP

Term: All Year

Grade: 10

Credits: 1

This course examines the history of the United States of America from 1877 to the present. The federal republic

has withstood challenges to its national security and expanded the rights and roles of its citizens. The episodes of its past have shaped the nature of the country today and prepared it to attend to the challenges of tomorrow. Understanding how these events came to pass and their meaning for today’s citizens is the purpose of this course. The concepts of historical thinking introduced in earlier grades continue to build with students locating and analyzing primary and secondary sources from multiple perspectives to draw conclusions. Rigor will prepare students intending to enroll in college or university at the next level.

Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation

Fee: None

Course: American History

Term: All Year

Grade: 10

Credits: 1

This course examines the history of the United States of America from 1877 to the present. The federal republic

Understanding how these events came to pass and their meaning for today’s citizens is the purpose of this course.

The concepts of historical thinking introduced in earlier grades continue to build with students locating and

analyzing primary and secondary sources from multiple perspectives to draw conclusions.

Prerequisite: None

Fee: None

Course: American History Emphasis

Term: All Year

Grade: 10

Credits: 1

This course is designed for 10th grade At-Risk students and students with IEPs. This course examines the history

of the United States of America from 1877 to the present. The federal republic has withstood challenges to its

national security and expanded the rights and roles of its citizens. The episodes of its past have shaped the nature of the country today and prepared it to attend to the challenges of tomorrow. Understanding how these events

came to pass and their meaning for today’s citizens is the purpose of this course. The concepts of historical thinking introduced in earlier grades continue to build with students locating and analyzing primary and

secondary sources from multiple perspectives to draw conclusions.

Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation

Fee: None

Course: American History 10

Term: All Year

Grade: 10

Credits: 1

This course is designed for students with IEP’s. This course examines the history of the United States of

America from 1877 to the present. The federal republic has withstood challenges to its national security and expanded the rights and roles of its citizens. The episodes of its past have shaped the nature of the country today

and prepared it to attend to the challenges of tomorrow. Understanding how these events came to pass and their meaning for today’s citizens is the purpose of this course. The concepts of historical thinking introduced in earlier grades continue to build with students locating and analyzing primary and secondary sources from multiple perspectives to draw conclusions.

Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation

Fee: None

Course: American Government CP

Term: All Year

Grade: 11

Credits: 1

Students examine the Founding Documents, which form the basis for the United States of America and how the

American people govern themselves at national, state and local levels of government. Students may also impact

issues addressed by governments through service learning and senior projects. Rigor will prepare students intending to enroll in college or university at the next level.

Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation

Fee: None

Course: American Government

Term: All Year

Grade: 11

Credits: 1

Students examine the Founding Documents, which form the basis for the United States of America and how the

American people govern themselves at national, state and local levels of government. Students may also impact

issues addressed by governments through service learning and senior projects.

Prerequisite: None

Fee: None

Course: American Government 11

Term: All Year

Grade: 11

Credits: 1

This course is designed for 11th grade IEP students. Students examine the Founding Documents, which form the

basis for the United States of America and how the American people govern themselves at national, state and local levels of government. Students may also impact issues addressed by governments through service learning

and senior projects.

Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation

Fee: None

Course: Contemporary World Issues CP

Term: All Year

Grade: 12

Credits: 1

The dynamics of global interactions among nations and regions present issues that affect all humanity. These

dynamics include: competing beliefs and goals; methods of engagement; and conflict and cooperation.

Contemporary issues have political, economic, social, historic and geographic components. Approaches to addressing global and regional issues reflect historical influences and multiple perspectives. Students can impact global issues through service learning and senior projects. Rigor will prepare students intending to enroll in college or university at the next level.

Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation

Fee: None

Course: Contemporary World Issues

Term: All Year

Grade: 12

Credits: 1

The dynamics of global interactions among nations and regions present issues that affect all humanity. These

dynamics include: competing beliefs and goals; methods of engagement; and conflict and cooperation.

global issues through service learning and senior projects.

Prerequisite: None

Fee: None

Course: Contemporary World Issues 12

Term: All Year

Grade: 12

Credits: 1

This class is designed for 12th grade At-Risk students and students with IEPs. The dynamics of global

interactions among nations and regions present issues that affect all humanity. These dynamics include:

competing beliefs and goals; methods of engagement; and conflict and cooperation. Contemporary issues have

political, economic, social, historic and geographic components. Approaches to addressing global and regional issues reflect historical influences and multiple perspectives. Students can impact global issues through service

learning and senior projects.

Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation

Fee: None

Course: Honors Human Geography

Term: All Year

Grade: 12

Credits: 1

Explore how humans have understood, used, and changed the surface of Earth. You’ll use the tools and thinking

processes of geographers to examine patterns of human population, migration, and land use.

Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation

Fee: None

Course: Psychology/Sociology

Term: All Year

Grade: 11-12

Credits: 1

This class is a detailed study of human behavior and social settings that influence that behavior. Students will

explore modern theories of psychology, leading psychologists, and their theories. Students will also study the scientific investigative process as well as the biology of the nervous and endocrine systems. Students will be

expected to write essays, do research and work on group activities.

Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation

Fee: None

Course: Civil War Era History

Term: All Year

Grade: 10-12

Credits: 1

This course will examine the causes leading up to the American Civil War, wartime years, and the five years

following the war. Topics will include secession, battles, leaders, events, political doctrine, legislation and the early

Reconstruction period.

Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation

Fee: None

Course: World Geography

Term: All Year

Grade: 10-12

Credits: 1

This course builds on students’ understanding of geography and spatial thinking. Contemporary issues are

explored through the lens of geography. In addition to understanding where physical and cultural features are located and why those features are located as they are, students examine the implications of these spatial

arrangements.

Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation

Fee: None

Course: American Military History

Term: All Year

Grade: 10-12

Credits: 1

This course will explore the development of the American Military beginning with the French and Indian War. It

will examine the formation and development of the branches of the United States Military. This will include changes in uniforms, technology, and basic tactics. Topics will include the French and Indian War, Revolutionary

War, War of 1812, Civil War, Indian Wars, Spanish American War, WWI, WWII, Korea, Vietnam, Grenada, Panama, and the Current Gulf/Afghanistan conflicts.

Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation

Fee: None

Course: American Military History

Term: All Year

Grade: 10-12

Credits: 1

This course will explore the development of the American Military beginning with the French and Indian War. It

will examine the formation and development of the branches of the United States Military. This will include

changes in uniforms, technology, and basic tactics. Topics will include the French and Indian War, Revolutionary

War, War of 1812, Civil War, Indian Wars, Spanish American War, WWI, WWII, Korea, Vietnam, Grenada,

Panama, and the Current Gulf/Afghanistan conflicts.

Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation

Fee: None

Course: Ohio History

Term: All Year

Grade: 10-12

Credits: 1

This course will provide students with an overview of Ohio History. Students will learn of the Ohio region from

the Northwest Territory period to the present. Topics to be covered will include the political, geographical, economic, and religious history of Ohio. This course will focus on the development of the State of Ohio, and also focus on the local region of Southern Ohio.

Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation

Fee: None

Course: The History of American Popular Culture

Term: All Year

Grade: 11-12

Credits: 1

This course will examine the impact of popular culture in the United States. Students will analyze how popular culture impacts society. Each unit will include a brief overview of the significant historical developments of the time period. We will then examine the popular cultural developments that coincided with the historical events. Mass media, music, literature, film, radio, television, sports, fashion and advertising will be some of the focus areas for study.

Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation

Fee: None

Course: American History EOC Exam Prep

Term: Semester

Grade: 11-12

Credits: 0.5

Class focuses on improving individual scores on the End of Course Exam. Students who receive a 1 on the

American History EOY exam will be the focus of this course.

Prerequisite: 1 on Am. History EOC Exam

Fee: None

Course: American Gov’t EOC Exam Prep

Term: Semester

Grade: 11-12

Credits: 0.5

Class focuses on improving individual scores on the End of Course Exam. Students who receive a 1 on

Government EOY exam will be the focus of this course.

Prerequisite: 1 on American Gov’t EOC Exam

Fee: None

Course: Transition Social Studies

Term: Year

Grade: 9-12

Credits: 1

This course is designed for 9th-12th grade students with IEPs taking the Ohio Alternate Assessment. It is

intended to address the benchmarks upon which the Ohio Alternate Assessment (AASCD) is based. The Ohio

Extended Social Studies Academic Content Standards is the framework of this course.

Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation

Fee: None

Work Study/Peer Tutoring

Course: Work Study

Term: Semester/All Year

Grade: 11-12

Credits: 0.5/1

This course is designed for any junior or senior with an IEP (some sophomores may participated with instructor

permission – credit only). The goal of the work-study class program is to introduce the student to the world of work and to experience real life situations that occur in the work world today. Seniors may earn up to 5 credits

per school year while juniors may only earn up to 3 credits per school year. Juniors and seniors must agree to work at various school and/or community sites for credit and $3.00 per class period. Students agree to log their

hours worked, get their job supervisors initials daily on their time sheet and complete journals that they will turn in every 2 weeks. Participants are required to deposit 30% of their paycheck each pay period into an individual

savings account at the Vinton County Bank. The amount required to deposit may be change any time at the

teacher’s discretion. Students will also be required to attend and complete specialized instructional programming

that highlights needed transition skills via class or individualized setting.

Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation

Fee: None

Course: Viking Success Peer

Term: Semester/All Year

Grade: 10-12

Credits: 0.5/1

The Viking Success Peer program will allow students to have the opportunity to help others succeed while

sharpening their own academic and social skills. This course is housed in the special education department and is designed to offer a learning experience for disabled and non-disabled students. The Viking Success Peer will

support a diverse population of learners with and without disabilities during their time in the Academic Success

Room (ASR). The Viking Success Peer will be required to participate in a training session, complete a reflection

paper which will be due at the conclusion of the class and keep a daily attendance/activity log.

Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation

Fee: None

Course: Viking Academic Peer

Term: All Year

Grade: 11-12

Credits: 1

The Viking Academic Peer program is designed to provide an extended experience for students who may be

interested in a teacher career or a career working with people with disabilities. This course is housed in the special education department and is designed to offer a peer social experience for disabled and non-disabled students.

Goals of the program include learning about disabilities, diversity and acceptance. Viking Academic Peer will model the virtues and attributes of friendship to their peers by assisting and supporting them academically and

socially within their education classes. This support may include but is not limited to helping with assignments, participation in class and completing daily duties. Additionally, Viking Academic Peer will maintain a social

connection to their partner peers outside of the classroom setting. The Viking Academic Peer will be required to participate in a training session, complete a reflection paper which will be due at the conclusion of the class and

keep a daily attendance/activity log.

Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation

Fee: None

Course Numbers

Advisory
Course No.	Course Name	Grade	Term	Credits
TBA	Advisory	9-12	Year	1

Agribusiness & Production Systems
Course No.	Course Name	Grade	Term	Credits
850	AFNR	9-12	Year	1
856	AgBus Mgmt	12	Year	1
851	Animal Sci	10-12	Year	1
852	Nat Resources	10-12	Year	1
854	Structural Eng	11-12	Year	1
855	Structural Eng II	12	Year	1

Business Education
Course No.	Course Name	Grade	Term	Credits
524	Accounting I	10-12	Year	1
512	Business Foud	9-12	Year	1
TBA	Career Connect	12	Year	1
514	Comp App I (.5)	9-12	Semester	.5
520	Comp App II (.5)	10-12	Semester	.5
503	Digital Market	11-12	Year	1
513	Fund of Business	10-12	Year	1
510	Keyboarding (.5)	9-12	Semester	.5
529	Strat Entrep	10-12	Year	1

English Language Arts
Course No.	Course Name	Grade	Term	Credits
143	Ap Lit & Comp	12	Year	1
106	Eng 10	10	Year	1
109	Eng 11	11	Year	1
110	Eng 12	12	Year	1
105	Eng 9	9	Year	1
113	Eng I	9	Year	1
114	Eng I CP	9	Year	1
107	Eng I Emph	9	Year	1
122	Eng II	10	Year	1
123	Eng II CP	10	Year	1
108	Eng II Emph	10	Year	1
127	Eng II Honors	10	Year	1
131	Eng III	11	Year	1
132	Eng III CP	11	Year	1
134	Eng III Emph	11	Year	1
133	Eng III Honors	11	Year	1
142	Eng IV	12	Year	1
143	Eng IV CP	12	Year	1
104	Ext Read Skills	9-12	Year	1
137	Newspaper	10-12	Year	1
102	PS Trans/PF	9-12	Year	1
TBA	Speech	10-12	Year	1
103	Trans Eng	9-12	Year	1
135	Yearbook	10-12	Year	1

Family & Consumer Sciences
Course No.	Course Name	Grade	Term	Credits
606	Car & Col Read	10-12	Semester	.5
632	Child Dev	9-12	Semester	.5
639	Clothing Choices II - IV	10-12	Semester	.5
640	Lead & Comm	10-12	Year	1
638	Pers Fin Man	10-12	Year	1
638E	Pers Fin Man Emph	10-12	Year	1
605	Pers Wellness (.5)	9-12	Semester	.5
605B	Pers Wellness Emph (.5)	9-12	Semester	.5
604	Prin of Nut & Well (.5)	10-12	Semester	.5
637	Textile Des (Cloth I) (.5)	9-12	Semester	.5

Fine Arts (Visual Art & Music)
Course No.	Course Name	Grade	Term	Credits
820	Art I	9-12	Year	1
821	Art II	10-12	Year	1
822	Art III	11-12	Year	1
827	Art IV	12	Year	1
813	Band	9-12	Year	1
811	Director's Choir	9-12	Year	1
818	Hist of Rock (.5)	9-12	Semester	.5
810	Mixed Chorus	9-12	Year	1
817	Music Theory	9-12	Year	1
816	Viking Players (.5)	9-12	Semester	.5
TBA	Instrumental Methods	9-12	Semester	.5

Foreign Languages
Course No.	Course Name	Grade	Term	Credits
712	French I CP	9-11	Year	1
722	French II CP	9-12	Year	1
732	French III CP	10-12	Year	1
742	French IV CP	11-12	Year	1
711	Spanish I CP	9-11	Year	1
721	Spanish II CP	9-12	Year	1
731	Spanish III CP	10-12	Year	1
741	Spanish IV CP	11-12	Year	1
751	Spanish V CP	12	Year	1

Information Technology
Course No.	Course Name	Grade	Term	Credits
525	Comp Hardware	10-12	Year	1
526	IT: Comp & Inter	10-12	Year	1
533	Mobile Apps	9-12	Year	1
530	Net Security	11-12	Year	1
528	Networking	9-12	Year	1

Mathematics
Course No.	Course Name	Grade	Term	Credits
215	Alg I	9	Year	1
216	Alg I CP	9-12	Year	1
235	Alg II	11-12	Year	1
223	Alg II CP	9-12	Year	1
242	AP Calc	12	Year	1
230	College Math	12	Year	1
226	EOC Math	11-12	Year	1
225	Geom	10-12	Year	1
224	Geom CP	9-10	Year	1
208	Geom Emph	10-12	Year	1
202	Math 10 (Geom)	10	Year	1
204	Math 11 (Alg II)	11	Year	1
205	Math 12	12	Year	1
201	Math 9 (Alg)	9	Year	1
238	Pers Fin (Math)	11-12	Year	1
240	Pre-Calc Honors	11-12	Year	1
203	Trans Math	9-12	Year	1

Physical Education
Course No.	Course Name	Grade	Term	Credits
9101	Gen PE 9 (.25)	9	Semester	.25
9101	Gen PE 10 (.25)	10	Semester	.25
9104	Phys Fit (.5)	10-12	Semester	.25

Science
Course No.	Course Name	Grade	Term	Credits
325	Astronomy	10-12	Year	1
309	Bio I	9	Year	1
315	Bio I CP	9	Year	1
307	Bio I Emph	9	Year	1
316	Bio I Honors	9	Year	1
323	Bio II	10-12	Year	1
331	Chem I	11-12	Year	1
341	Chem II	12	Year	1
348	Earth Sci	11-12	Year	1
311	Env Stud	11-12	Year	1
301	Int Bio 9	9	Year	1
303	Int Env Sci	11-12	Year	1
302	Int Phys Sci 10	10	Year	1
347	Phys Geology	10-12	Year	1
310	Phys Sci	10	Year	1
308	Phys Sci CP	10	Year	1
306	Phys Sci Emph	10	Year	1
305	Phys Sci Honors	10	Year	1
342	Physics	12	Year	1
300	Trans Sci	9-12	Year	1
323	Anatomy & Physiology	11-12	Year	1

Social Studies
Course No.	Course Name	Grade	Term	Credits
441	Am Govt	11	Year	1
44	Am Govt 11	11	Year	1
442	Am Govt CP	11	Year	1
415	Am Hist	10	Year	1
42	Am Hist 10	10	Year	1
416	Am Hist CP	10	Year	1
408	Am Hist Emph	10	Year	1
421	Am Military Hist	10-12	Year	1
411	Civil War	10-12	Year	1
417	Cont WI	12	Year	1
423	Hist of Pop Cult	11-12	Year	1
424	Honors H. Geo	12	Year	1
413	Mod WH	9	Year	1
401	Mod WH 9	9	Year	1
414	Mod WH CP	9	Year	1
407	Mod WH Emph	9	Year	1
422	Ohio Hist	10-12	Year	1
446	Psych/Soc	11-12	Year	1
400	Trans Soc Stud	9-12	Year	1
420	World Geo	10-12	Year	1

Work Study & Peer Tutoring
Course No.	Course Name	Grade	Term	Credits
930	Viking Academic Peer	11-12	Semester/Year	.5/1
929B/929	Viking Success Peer	10-12	Semester/Year	.5/1
927B/927	Work Study	11-12	Semester/Year	.5/1