2011-12 HHS Course Descriptions
August 10, 2011
High School Credit Requirements
| Graduation Requirements | Freshman | Sophomore | Junior | Senior | |
| Total Requirements | 24 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 1.0 |
| Language Arts Requirements |
4.5 Speech (.5)-- required elective to be taken before graduation |
English I | English II | English III | Elective |
| Math Requirements | 3.0 |
Algebra I or Algebra 1.5 |
Algebra II or Alg/Geometry 1.5 |
Geometry or Geometry 1.5 | Optional Elective |
| Science Requirements | 3.0 | Gen Science | Biology | Required Elective | optional electives |
| Computer Requirements | 1.0 | Comp Apps I | |||
| Fine Arts Requirements | 1.0 | Elective option | Elective Option | Elective Option | Elective Option |
| PE Requirements | 1.0 | Freshman PE | |||
| Social Science Requirements | 3.0 | Wld history/Elective Option | Am. History/elective Option | Am. Gov/Elective option | |
QUALIFIED ADMISSIONS CURRICULUM: If you are a college bound students, you will want to take the qualified admissions curriculum. Qualified Admission curriculum are the same as our graduation requirements with the following additions:
1. Senior English and/or College Comp I/II
2. Math: Algebra I, II, and Geometry. Beginning with the Class of 2015, a fourth credit of math will be required for qualified admissions curriculum.
3. Science: General Science, Biology, Chemistry and/or earth space science or Anatomy and Physiology or Physics.
Kansas Regents Requirements must be met in order to qualify for Valedictorian or Salutatorian*, as well as to be considered a Kansas Regents Scholar.
Requirements for Kansas Regents are the same as Qualified Admissions with the following additions:
1. Physics-- senior year. *Anatomy and Physiology can be taken in place of Physics for Valedictorian and Salutation consideration only. Physics has to be completed to be considered for Kansas Regents requirements.
2. Adv. Mathematics and/or Calculus
3. Two years of Foreign Language
BUSINESS & COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY
ACCOUNTING: (10, 11, 12)
Length: Semester
Pre-requisite: None
Credit - 0.5 (Semester)
Maximum Enrollment: 10
Course Content: Accounting students will learn the purpose of keeping accounting records and learn the basic principles, concepts, and procedures of accounting. Students will be exposed to the entire accounting cycle of a variety of business situations. Students will do accounting problems both manually and on the computer. Problem material will include journalizing transactions, reconciling bank statements, completing financial statements, preparing payroll, and handling petty cash funds.
COMPUTER APPLICATIONS (Required)
Prerequisite: None
Length: Full Year
Grade Level: 9
Maximum Enrollment: 15
Credit - 1.0 (Full Year)
Course Content: Students will gain experience and basic knowledge in the following computer applications: computer system basics, spreadsheet, database, word processing, e-mail, calendaring, and basic web-page design.
DESKTOP PUBLISHING
Prerequisite: Computer Applications
Length: Semester
Grade Level: 10, 11, 12
Maximum Enrollment: 15
Credit - 0.5 (Semester Course)
Course Description: This course is designed for those students who wish to expand their knowledge in advanced desktop applications. Emphasis will be given to higher level usage of the desktop software such as MS-Word, Adobe Indesign, MS-Publisher. Activities will include designing professional looking brochures, business cards, web pages, resumes, etc.
IN-HOUSE TRAINING (Elective)
Prerequisite: Computer Applications
Requirement: Must have a "B" overall grade point average and instructor admittance approval required.
Length: Year
Grade Level:12
Maximum Enrollment: 5
Course Content: This program is designed for those students who have a desire to create live production work from within our school district or our local community. Some of the projects may involve designing newsletters, creating brochures, designing web pages, etc. The environment of the class is an informal ,workplace atmosphere. Instructor admittance approval required.
MARKETING
Prerequisite: Computer Applications
Length: Semester or year long course
Grade Level: 10, 11, 12
Maximum Enrollment: 15
Course Content: In this course, students will cover marketing concepts such as marketing information management, marketing planning, pricing, product/service management, promotion and selling. Some of the topics covered in this course are business law, communications, customer relations, economics, financial analysis, and human resources management.
WEB PAGE DESIGN (Elective)
Prerequisite: Computer Applications I with a "C" or better
Length: semester course, 1/2 credit
Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Maximum Enrollment: 15
Course Content: This course is designed for those students wanting to expand their experience and knowledge in advanced web page design techniques. In this course, students will create web pages that will include advanced features such as text enhancements, animated graphics, frames, tables, links, buttons, targets, and HTML.
CAREER AND LIFE PLANNING (Elective)
Prerequisite: None
Length: semester
Grade: 9th
Maximum Enrollment: 25
Course Description
Self management courses introduce students to the skills and strategies helpful in becoming more focused, productive individuals. These courses typically emphasize goal-setting; decision-making; managing time, energy, and stress; and identifying alternatives and coping strategies. They may also allow students to explore various career and lifestyle choices.
HUMAN GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT (Elective)
Prerequisite: None
Length: Semester
Grade: 10, 11, 12
Maximum Enrollment: 20
Course Description:
Child Development/Parenting courses provide students with knowledge about the physical, mental, emotional, and social growth and development of children from conception to pre-school age. In addition, these courses help sutdents discover how parents should respond to the various stages of childhood. Course content typically includes topics such as prenatal and birth processes; responsibilities and difficulties of parenthood; fundamentals of children's emotional and physical development; and the appropriate care of infants, toddlers, and young children.
FAMILY STUDIES (Elective)
Prerequisite: None
Length: Semester
Grade: 10, 11, 12
Maximum Enrollment: 20
Course Description
Family living courses emphasize building and maintaining healthy interpersonal relationships among family members and other members of society. These courses often emphasize ( but are not limited to) topics such as social/dating practices, human sexuality and reproduction, marriage preparation, parenthood and the function of the family unit, and the various stages of life. They may also cover topics related to individual self-development, career development, personal awareness, and preparation of the responsibilities of a family member and wage earner.
CONSUMER EDUCATION (Elective)
Prerequisite: None
Length: Year
Grade: 10, 11, 12
Maximum Enrollment: 20
Course Description:
Consumer Economics/Personal Finance courses provide students with an understanding of the concepts and principles involved in managing one's personal finances. Topics may include savings and investing, credit, insurance, taxes and social security, spending patterns and budget planning, contracts, and consumer protection. These courses may also provide an overview of the American economy.
FOODS NUTRITION & WELLNESS (Elective)
Prerequisite: none
Length: Year
Grade Level: 10, 11, 12
Maximum Enrollment: 20
Course description
Health and Life Management courses focus as much on consumer education topics (such as money management and evaluation of consumer information and advertising) as on personal health topics (such as nutrition, stress management, drug/alcohol abuse prevention, disease prevention, and first aid). Course objectives include helping students develop decision-making, communication, interpersonal, and coping skills and strategies.
FOODS SCIENCE (Elective)
Prerequisite: None
Length: spring semester: Year
Grade Level: 10, 11, 12
Maximum Enrollment: 20
Course Description:
Foods in a Multi-Cultural Society involves a more in-depth study of food preparations and includes a thorough study of yeast breads, cakes, microwave cookery, foreign foods, and food preservation. This course teaches scientific principals and how those principles can be applied to improve the health of individuals and families. Instruction is given concerning the physical, microbiological, and chemical principles that affect the food we eat.
CAREER AND COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS (Elective)
Prerequisite: None
Length: Year
Grade: 12th
Maximum Enrollment: 5
Course Description:
Community Living courses place a special emphasis on the student's relationship to the surrounding community. Instruction varies with the students and their needs; however, these courses provide the skills necessary for independent functioning within the surrounding environment. Courses topics may also include available community resources and how to access them, emergency skills, and independent living strategies.
TEACHING AS A CAREER (Elective)
Prerequisite: None
Length: Year
Grade: 12th
Maximum Enrollment: 5
Course Description
Courses introduce students to the principles underlying teaching and learning, the responsibilities and duties of teachers, and the techniques of importing knowledge and information. These courses typically expose students to and train then in classroom management, student behavior, leadership, and human relations skills, assessment of student progress, teaching strategies and various career opportunities in the field of education. This course includes advanced work experience opportunities.
CULINARY ESSENTIALS (Elective)
Prerequisite: None
Length: Semester
Grade: 10, 11, 12
Maximum Enrollment: 15
Course Description
Restaurant, Food and Beverage Services--Comprehensive courses provide students with knowledge and skills related to commercial and institutional food service establishments. Course topics range widely, but usually include sanitation and safety procedures, nutrition and dietary guidelines, food preparation (and quantity food production), and meal planning and presentation. Culinary Art Specialty courses provide instruction in a particular type of cooking or culinary style. Examples of such specialty fields include baking, creating and decorating wedding cakes, Middle Eastern cuisine, and so on. These courses emphasize skills specific to the type of culinary art being studied.
ORIENTATION TO EARLY CHILD DEVELOPMENT (Elective)
Prerequisite: None
Length: Year
Grade: 10, 11, 12
Maximum Enrollment: 10
Course Description
Child Care courses provide students with knowledge about the physical, mental, emotional, and social growth and development of children from birth through childhood. Main topics include the fundamentals of working with infants, toddlers, and older children; providing healthy environments; evaluating child care settings, and the practices, regulations, and opportunities in the child care industry. Child development classes provide students with knowledge about the physical, mental, emotional, and social growth and development of children from conception to pre-school age, emphasizing the application of this knowledge in child care settings. These courses typically include related topics such as the appropriate care of infants, toddlers, and young children.
FUNCTIONS OF EARLY CHILD DEVELOPMENT (Elective)
Prerequisite: None
Length: Year
Grade: 12th
Maximum Enrollment: 5
Course Description
Child Development course conducted with instructors as mentors, enable students to explore topics of interest related to child development. Independent Study courses may serve as an opportunity for students to expand their expertise in a particular application, to explore a topic in greater detail, or to develop more advanced skills. Workplace experience courses provide students with work experience in fields related to caring for others. Goals are typically set cooperatively by the student, teacher, and employer ( although students are not paid). These courses may include classroom activities as well, involving further study of the field or discussion regarding experiences that students encounter in the workplace.
TEACHING INTERNSHIP (Elective)
Prerequisite: None
Length: Year
Grade: 12th
Maximum Enrollment: 5
Course Description
Courses prepare students to teach and guide others. These courses typically provide opportunities for students to develop their own teaching objectives, to design lesson plans, and to experience teaching in a controlled environment. Students examine and practice teaching strategies, learn styles, time management and planning strategies, presentation and questioning skills, classroom management, and evaluation techniques. This course includes advance work experience opportunities.
CONCERT CHOIR (Elective)
Prerequisite: desire to sing
Length: semester course, 1/2 credit per semester
Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Maximum Enrollment: 30 ( limited by room size)
Course Content: Performance oriented with a main objective of learning to sing a variety of music styles as well as learning to sing harmony. Students are expected to attend all scheduled rehearsals and performances. Purchase of outfits is not required at this time. Incoming freshmen who are permitted to enroll in New Image must enroll in a semester of Concert Choir. Repertoire will include traditional songs with also pop or show choir numbers. Choreography will be limited to simple movements on occasional songs.
If student enrolls in concert Choir for a second semester, they must have received a B or better in the previous semester.
MIXED ENSEMBLE (Elective)
Prerequisite: by audition only and one semester of Concert Choir or enrolled in Concert Choir concurrently
Length: year course, 1/2 credit (if taken entire year)
Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Maximum Enrollment: 30
Course Content: Performance oriented. You must have a desire to perform and be in front of people. Students are expected to attend all scheduled rehearsals and performances. Purchase of outfits required ($50- $90). Auditions are required and student accompanists will also be auditioned. REPERTOIRE - will include a majority of pop/show/jazz numbers as well as more traditional choral literature during selected times of the year (contest and possibly Christmas). CHOREOGRAPHY - the majority of the pieces will be done with choreography and this will be the main group of special out of school performances other than those on the calendar. Students enrolling in New Image will meet 2.5 zero-hour classes per week (Tuesday and Thursday) and every other Friday. Students may, with instructor permission, audit New Image and be allowed to perform with the group. Those auditing the class will not be graded or receive graduation credit but will be expected to make up work missed. Students taking New Image may, with parent approval opt out of seminar period (hour 8) on a daily basis and after taking of class roll in seminar.
MUSIC EXPLORATION (Elective)
Prerequisite: none
Length: semester course, 1/2 credit
Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Maximum Enrollment: 18
Course Content: General music at the high school level is offered to students who choose not to participate in school performing groups, yet who are interested in and wish to know more about music. A few students who participate in performing groups may also wish to know more about the general aspects of music.
This course provides the student wit opportunities for performing, listening, creating, and valuing music. Instructional settings may include history and literature, basic musicianship, and basic theory. The focus is upon the preparation of students to undergo musical experience in the way they are most likely to as children and adults--that is, as a listener. Musical experience provides a unique, non-verbal way of knowing about and gaining meaning about ourselves as human beings and of the world around us.
BAND (Elective)
Prerequisite: open to all students who can play an instrument
Length: semester course, 1/2 credit per semester
Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Maximum Enrollment: none
Course Content: The Herington High Band offers many opportunities to perform various styles of music. Various phases include marching band, concert band, and pep band. Solo playing or ensemble playing is also offered for the students who want to achieve a more personal goal of performance. The whole program deals with such a variety of music that students interested in Band should be able to find something to match their taste in music.
JAZZ BAND (Elective)
Prerequisite: current enrollment in Band, or special permission from instructor. Instruments needed: sax, trumpet, trombone, clarinet, drums, bass, piano, guitar
Length: year course, 1/2 credit (if taken all year)
Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Maximum Enrollment: none
Course Content: Students will learn to play music of various jazz styles including bebop, swing, Dixieland, and big band. Studies will include jazz improvisation. solo playing is offered to interested students. This class is offered zero hour (it will meet Monday, Wednesday and every other Friday mornings). Students taking Jazz Band may, with parental approval opt. out of their seminar period (hour 8) on a daily basis after taking class roll.
MUSIC TECHNOLOGY/THEORY (Elective)
Prerequisite: teacher approval
Length: semester course, 1/2 credit
Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Maximum Enrollment: 15
Course Content: This course will introduce students to the different types of technology used in music. It may include recording, application, computers, and MIDI technology. There will also be a section on music theory. Students should have a basic familiarity with computers, Windows, keyboarding skills, and music notation.
Photo Imaging I-- Formerly Digital Photo I (Elective)
Prerequisite: none
Length: semester course, 1/2 credit
Grade Level: 10,11, 12
Maximum Enrollment: 10
Course Content:
Photo Imaging teaches the skills needed to produce quality images for use ina variety of applications .Topics include use of equipment, software and techniques to take, edit and manipulate digital images.
Photo Imaging II (elective)-- Formerly Digital Photo II (Elective)
Prerequisite: C or better in Photo I
Length: semester course, 1/2 credit
Grade Level: 10, 11, 12
Maximum Enrollment: 10
Course Content:
Photo Imaging II expands on the knowledge and skills gained in Photo Imaging I. the emphasis is on applying the skills learned in Photo Imaging I and students complete numerous projects for themselves, the school and the community.
DESIGN (Elective)
Prerequisite: none
Length: semester course, 1/2 credit
Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Maximum Enrollment: 24
Course Content: Students will apply their art skills to a variety of design projects. Students should expect to engage in meaningful discussion about design and it's impact on society. There are several written short assignments included as well as a portfolio requirement. Participation in the league art show is encouraged.
CREATIVE ART (Elective)
Prerequisite: none
Length: semester course, 1/2 credit
Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Maximum Enrollment: 24
Course Content:
Creative Art-creative art is open to all students seeking a creative art experience. Students will be taught the basics of drawing, the color wheel, composition, the principles and elements of art, each task must be mastered before advancing to next level. Students will be asked to compete in at least one art contest and to perform for various outlying contests that occur. Students are graded on their work efforts not the final art product.
Advanced art students will study painting, collage, jewelry design, glass fusing, bookmaking, silk painting and many other art mediums. Each student will be required to compete in all annual art contests. Students will be responsible for their own lesson design and goals. Senior students will be required to complete a portfolio of their work if their desire is to continue their arts education in college
or institute.
POWER TECHNOLOGY (Elective)
Prerequisite: none
Length: year course, 1 credit
Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Maximum Enrollment: 14
Course Content: In the Power Technology class, a student will learn the power theory behind the operation of a 4 cycle and 2 cycle engine. The basic power systems and component parts of the automobile will be covered. The main systems that will be studied are brakes, electrical, fuel and ignition systems. Much of this class will be spent in the classroom.
AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY I (Elective)
Prerequisite: a "C" or better in Power Tech and instructor's permission
Length: year course, 2 credit for a 2 hour block
Grade Level: 10, 11, 12
Maximum Enrollment: 14
Course Content: This class is designed so students can gain an understanding of the working components of an automobile. The students will cover computer processing control units, brakes, electrical & electronic systems, engine performance, suspension and steering, engine repair, heating and air conditioning, automatic transmission and transaxle, and manual drive train and axles.
AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY II (Elective)
Prerequisite: a "C" or better in Auto Tech I and instructor's permission.
Length: semester course, 1/2 credit
Grade Level: 10, 11, 12
Maximum Enrollment: 14
Course Content: This class is designed to give students increased opportunities to apply the knowledge gained in the Automotive Technology I course. The students will learn the most common service and maintenance procedures. They will also further develop their shop skill to meet automotive competencies.
METALS TECHNOLOGY I (Elective)
Prerequisite: none
Length: semester course, 1/2 credit
Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Maximum Enrollment: 14
Course Content: The students in this class will study and practice the fundamentals of welding processes and safety. During laboratory experiences, the students will practice basic welding skills using Oxyacetylene, Arc, and Mig welders. There is a charge of $20.00 for shop fees.
METALS TECHNOLOGY II (Elective/Rotational)
Prerequisite: must have a C average or better in Metals I
Length: semester course, 1/2 credit
Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Maximum Enrollment: 14
Course Content: The students in this class will extend their welding experiences with Oxyacetylene, Arc, Mig, and Tig Welders. Laboratory experiences will also include opportunities for students to work with sheet metal and the metal lathe. Students will be expected to read blueprints and develop individual projects. There is a charge of $20.00 for shop fees.
INVESTIGATIONS OF TECHNOLOGY I (Elective)
Prerequisite: none
Length: semester course, 1/2 credit
Grade Level: 10, 11, 12
Maximum Enrollment: 12
Course Content: This class is designed to allow students to investigate new technological ideas in this technological world and the career opportunities within it. Technological literacy is absolutely essential for all students that are expected to live, work and survive in this complex society. The purpose of this course is to provide an opportunity for students to work independently and cooperatively to complete learning modules such as electricity/electronics, robotics, applied physics, computer numerical control, transportation, research and design and exploration flight.
INVESTIGATIONS OF TECHNOLOGY II (Elective)
Prerequisite: Investigation of Technology I
Length: 2nd semester course, 1/2 credit
Grade Level: 10, 11, 12
Maximum Enrollment: 12
Course Content: This class is designed for students to expand their knowledge and further develop skills in technological fields. Students will work independently and cooperatively to complete learning modules in electricity/electronics, robotics, applied physics, computer numerical control, transportation, research and design, exploration in flight, hydraulics and pneumatics.
CABINETMAKING AND FURNITURE DESIGN I (Elective)
Prerequisite: None
Length: Year
Grade Level: 9,10,11,12
Maximum Enrollment: 15
Course Content: This course will offer students a chance to work with hand on activities. The following area will be covered; general shop safety, tool safety, operation of various hand tools and power tools, sanding procedures, finishing procedures and various cabinetmaking techniques. Students will also be allowed to design and construct their own projects.
CABINETMAKING AND FURNITURE DESIGN II (Elective)
Prerequisite: None
Length: Year
Grade Level: 10,11,12
Maximum Enrollment: 15
Course Content: This course will be an extension of cabinetmaking and furniture design I. It will offer more advanced techniques in the cabinetmaking area.
CARPENTRY I (Elective)
Prerequisite: None
Length: Year
Grade Level: 9,10,11,12
Maximum Enrollment: 10
Course Content: This course will offer students a chance to work with hand on activities. The following areas will be covered; General shop safety, tool safety, operation of various hand tools and power tools. Carpentry tools and techniques are the focus here. If available, students will construct a small storage building for a class project.
CARPENTRY II (Elective)
Prerequisite: Carpentry I
Length: Year
Grade Level: 10,11,12
Maximum Enrollment: 10
Course Content: This course will offer students a chance to advance their skills in the construction area.
DRAFTING I (Elective)
Prerequisite: None
Length: Year
Grade Level: 9,10,11,12
Maximum Enrollment: 15
Course Content: It is also referred to as Technical Drawing. Students will learn basic drafting tools and basic drawings used in drafting. Drawings include multiview, isometric and perspective. Students will also do architectural drawings and some basic computer aided drafting.
DRAFTING II (Elective)
Prerequisite: Drafting I
Length: Year
Grade Level: 10,11,12
Maximum enrollment: 15
Course content: This class will get more into the computer aspect of drafting. Students will decide on their own computer drafting project. The project will cover the entire year. Students will also learn more than one type of CAD software.
COLLEGE ALGEBRA-CLOUD COUNTY (Elective)
Prerequisite: 1 1/2 units of high school algebra, (one unit of geometry recommended.) Counselor approval
Length: semester, 3 college credit hours
Grade Level: 11, 12
Maximum Enrollment: 15
Course Content: This class assumes familiarity with graphing, factoring, and simplifying radicals. Topics include functions and their graphs, polynomials, systems of equations, exponents, and logarithms.
COLLEGE ENGLISH COMPOSITION I-Cloud County (Elective)
Prerequisite: ACT of 18 or above in English, or predetermined score on Butler test
Length: 1st semester, 3 college credit hours - 1/2 high school credit
Grade Level: 12
Maximum Enrollment: 15
Enrollment Fee: $53.00 per credit hour + textbook
Time Slot: hour 7, 1st semester
Course Content: This course involves a study of grammatical and rhetorical structure as applied to effective writing. Regular writing assignments are an integral part of the course. This is a dual credit course offered through Butler County Community College. This is not a weighted class.
COLLEGE PSYCHOLOGY - Butler County (Elective)
Prerequisite: BCCC requires all students complete a pretest and post-test for this class
Length: semester course, 1/2 credit- 3 credit hours BCCC
Grade Level:
Maximum Enrollment: 8
Course Content: General psychology is an introduction to the scientific study of human behavior and includes learning, perception, behavioral development, intelligence, personality and abnormal behavior. Completion of this course will provide the student a basis for advanced work in understanding human behavior.
ENGLISH LAB
Prerequisite: Instructor recommendation
Length: Year long Course
Grade Level: 11th grade
Maximum Enrollment: as needed
Course Content: This English elective is designed to reinforce standards that students struggle to meet in English I. The class will focus on reinforcing grammar, sentence structure, punctuation, spelling, writing styles, 6-trait writing, etc. It is designed to help those students struggling in 8th grade English or English I.
FRESHMAN ENGLISH (English I) (Required)
Prerequisite: successful completion of 8th grade English outcomes
Length: year course, 1 credit
Grade Level: required for all freshman
Maximum Enrollment: 20
Course Content: this course stresses the fundamental elements of English: parts of the sentence, sentence structure, punctuation, correct usage, research and library skills, and technical writing. The Six Trait Writing Model is used for instruction and assessment of students' writing. Different types of literature and read with an emphasis on Greek mythology, Shakespearean drama, poetry, and short stories.
SOPHOMORE ENGLISH (English II) (Required)
Prerequisite: passing grade in Freshman English
Length: year course, 1 credit
Grade Level: required for all sophomores
Maximum Enrollment: 20
Course Content: Writing will be one of the major concerns of the course. The Six Trait Writing Model is used to instruct students and evaluate their writing. The elements of organization, structure, grammar review, spelling, and technical writing will be of primary importance. The students will be introduced to making analyses of plays, short stories, novels, and poems. Another major concern of the course will be in the area of literature. this will include various novels and dramas written by American and European authors.
JUNIOR ENGLISH (English III) (Required)
Prerequisite: passing grades in Freshman and Sophomore English
Length: year course, 1 credit
Grade Level: required for all juniors
Maximum Enrollment: 20
Course Content: This course integrates the writing of essays with the study of American literature. Students use the Six Trait Writing Model to evaluate and improve the writing skills in both personal writing and writing in response to literature. Attention will also be given to various aspects of technical writing. Poems, short stories, novels, and a play by American authors provide material for discussion and writing.
SENIOR ENGLISH (English IV) (Elective)
Prerequisite: "C" or better in Junior English or recommendation from instructor
Length: Year Long class
Grade Level: 12
Maximum Enrollment: 20
Course Content: This course is designed for college-bound seniors. This class introduces students to critical reading and writing. Individualized help is given to allow each student to concentrate on his or her writing strengths and weaknesses.
Literature study second semester will concentrate on major works of English literature.
AUDIO VIDEO (A/V) PRODUCTION FUNDAMENTALS
Prerequisite: None
Length: Semester
Grade: 10, 11, 12
Maximum Enrollment: 14
Course Description
Audio Video Production Fundamentals provides a basic understanding of producing video for a variety of uses. Topics include analyzing the pre-production, production and post-production process, as well as explore the equipment and techniques used to develop a quality audio video production.
21ST CENTURY JOURNALISM
Prerequisite: None
Length: Semester
Grade: 10, 11, 12
Maximum Enrollment: 14
Course Description
21st Century Journalism promotes the development of the skills needed today and in the future of journalism. Topics include an exploration of the role media and the communications industry has in society, the development of journalistic writing and interviewing skills, and an understanding of the ethical and legal issues related to the field. This class will touch on all areas of journalism including print, electronic(web), digital imaging and video.
VIDEO PRODUCTION -- Formerly Broadcasting II:
Prerequisite: C or above in Broadcasting I
Length: Semester
Grade Level: 10, 11, 12
Maximum Enrollment: 14
Course Content:
Video Production applies the technical skills learned in Audio Video Production Fundamentals by allowing students to create projects from start to finish. The projects may be determined in a number of ways, but must address a topic of interest to people in Herington. Students will experience the entire process, including planning the presentation, setting up the studio, acting as the videographer, and editing to make the project fluid and seamless.
COLLEGE ENGLISH COMPOSITION I - CLOUD COUNTY (Elective)
Prerequisite: ACT of 21 or above in English
Length: semester course, 3 college credit hours, 1/2 high school credit
Grade Level: 12
Minimum Enrollment: 5
Enrollment Fee:Determined by Cloud County
Course Content: This course involves a study of grammatical and rhetorical structure as applied to effective writing. Regular writing assignments are an integral part of the course. This is a dual credit course offered through Cloud County Community College.
COMPETITIVE FORENSICS (Elective)
Prerequisite: Speech, Non-competitive Forensics, or teacher approval
Length: semester course, 1/2 credit
Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Maximum Enrollment: 20
Course Content
This class prepares students for competition at forensics meets. Students will be required to prepare at least one selection and to compete in a majority of the scheduled forensics meets. Students will also work on forensic file updating.
FORENSICS (Elective)
Prerequisite: none
Length: semester course, 1/2 credit
Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Maximum Enrollment: 20
Course Content: This course is designed to prepare students in all areas of contest performance. Areas studied are speaking, acting, and dramatic interpretation. Students will be encouraged to prepare a selection for competitive forensics. This class can be taken more than once.
This is an elective course and may be used in place of the speech requirement.
Digital Media Technology--Formerly Journalism 1st semester
Prerequisite: None
Length: semester
Grade: 10, 11, 12
Maximum Enrollment: 14
Course Description
Digital Media Technology teaches the technical skills needed to work with electronic media. Topics include exploring the use of digital imaging and video today and in the future, a study of the relationship of work flow to project planning and completion and the software, equipment and tools used in the industry. Students will write stories and create images for the school web site.
JOURNALISM (Elective)
Prerequisite: "C" average or better in last English class. Students must have this course in order to enroll in yearbook production.
Length: Semester
Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Maximum Enrollment: 15
Course Content: This is the introductory journalism class. Students will learn to write in newspaper style, edit, take photographs and use the desktop publishing software, Page Maker. As students are leaning skills, they will be responsible for producing the school newspaper. Second semester will be devoted primarily to newspaper production.
YEARBOOK PRODUCTION (Elective)
Prerequisite: Introduction to Journalism and "B" or better average in the last composition course taken, good attendance record and instructor's permission. photographers must have a "B" average or better in photography in addition to the other prerequisites.
Length: Year
Grade Level: 10, 11, 12
Maximum Enrollment: 15
Course Content: This class is for students interested in yearbook (magazine) production. Except for printing, all phases of yearbook production will be covered. A student accepted for this class must be willing to work many hours outside of classroom hours, including summer, as needed to meet deadlines. All students will be required to sell advertising and participate in other fund raising activities for the yearbook. Staff members should seriously consider attending a summer workshop. This class can be taken more than once.
SPANISH I (Elective)
Prerequisite: a "C" or better in previous year's English
Length: year course, 1 credit
Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Maximum Enrollment: 15
Course Content: This course is an introduction to Spanish. Students will learn to correctly speak, understand, read, and translate basic Spanish. The cultures of Spain and Latin American countries are emphasized through music, piñata making, and folklore.
SPANISH II (Elective)
Prerequisite: a "B" in Spanish I or permission of instructor
Length: year course, 1 credit
Grade Level: 10, 11, 12
Maximum Enrollment: 15
Course Content: This course is a continuation of Spanish I. Students will further develop their vocabularies and grammar knowledge. Emphasis on culture will be through newspapers, short stories, and more advanced art.
SPANISH III/IV (Elective/Independent Study)
Prerequisite: a "B" in Spanish II/III and instructor permission.
Length: year course, 1 credit
Grade Level: 11, 12
Maximum Enrollment: 5
Course Content: This course is a continuation of Spanish II/III. Students will further increase listening and speaking skills and continue the development of reading comprehension and writing skills. Reading comprehension and writing emphasis will be through more advanced literature and art.
This is a weighted course if taken for the entire year. This is an independent study course during 5th hour with the Spanish II class.
SPEECH (Elective)
Prerequisite: none
Length: semester course, 1/2 credit
Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Maximum Enrollment: 20
Course Content: this class teaches all general areas of speech, including group communication and oral communication. Students will prepare formal speeches as well as a variety of occasional speeches. In addition, first semester students will be required to prepare a speech or reading for the league forensics meet.
This course is required for graduation if student doesn't take Forensics or Technical Communications
TECHNICAL COMMUNICATIONS (Elective)
Prerequisite: English I
Length: semester course, 1/2 credit
Grade Level: 10, 11, 12
Maximum Enrollment: 20
Course Content: This class, designed for both college and non-college bound students, will emphasize the transfer of information about a technical situation, process, product, concept, or service by written, oral, or visual means. Emphasis will be place on applying skills to a variety of situations. This course will fulfill 1/2 credit of English required for graduation, it also serves as a .5 credit of speech.
ACADEMIC SUCCESS SEMINAR
Prerequisite: Students at risk of falling behind academically or not graduating
Length: semester course
Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Maximum Enrollment: 7
Course Description:
Students will learn and practice organizational techniques, study techniques, test-taking
LIFE SKILLS (Required)
Prerequisite: none
Length: year long
Grade Level: 9
Course Content: Students will complete two nine week sections entitled Personal/Family, and Auto/Home in one semester. The alternate semester will be spent in health. This course is designed to provide each student life survival skills and foundation for experimenting in the professional/occupational career clusters which will bridge the gap between high school and post-secondary education/training. Each section is described below.
A. Auto/Home (Mr. Blackwell) - Students will develop skills in practical auto management including auto care, home care and maintenance. Students will learn skills such as repair of faucets, use of jumper cables, and procedures for getting tags and insurance for a car.
PRELUDE TO MATH SECTION
Three credits of mathematics are required for graduation for the 2012, 2013 and 2014 senior classes. Beginning with the class of 2015, students will be required to have 4 credits of math to graduate. For students preparing for college, Algebra I, Geometry and Algebra II are required. Algebra I, II and Geometry are also required for Qualified admissions.
Algebra 1.5
Prerequisite: none
Length: 1 credit
Maximum enrollment: 20
Course Content: This course is the first in a program allowing students to complete Algebra 1 and Geometry over a three year period. It is designed for students who need more time to review some fundamental concepts, and in the first year will cover approximately two-thirds of the content of Algebra 1. Topics covered will be properties of real numbers, writing, solving, and graphing linear equations and inequalities, and solving systems of linear equations and inequalities.
Algebra/Geometry 1.5
Prerequisite: Algebra 1.5
Length: 1.0 credit
Maximum enrollment: 20
Course Content: This is the second course in the three-year algebra/geometry course of study. First semester material will include exponents, exponential functions quadratic equations and functions, polynomials and factoring, and radicals. During the second semester, students will begin studying geometry, covering geometric concepts such as properties of parallel and perpendicular lines and congruent triangles. Students will also develop their logical reasoning skills through the formulation of formal proofs.
Geometry 1.5
Prerequisite: Geometry 1.5
Length: 1.0 credit
Maximum enrollment: 20
Course Content: This is the final course in the three-year algebra/geometry course of study. Approximately the last two-thirds of the traditional geometry course will be covered. Topics will include properties of triangles, quadrilaterals, and circles, similarity of figures, area, surface area, volume, and transformation of geometry. Students completing this course will have the opportunity to continue their math studies in Algebra 2.
ALGEBRA I (Elective/Required)
Prerequisite: must had passed 8th grade mathematics
Length: year course, 1 credit
Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12 (9, 10th primary)
Maximum Enrollment: 20
Course Content: Students will work with real numbers to solve and graph linear equations and inequalities. Algebra I concepts will include linear functions, exponents and exponential functions, quadratic equations, functions, polynomials and factoring.
ALGEBRA II (Elective/Required)
Prerequisite: Achieving a passing grade in Algebra I
Length: year course, 1 credit
Grade Level: 10, 11, 12
Maximum Enrollment: 20
Course Content: Advanced Algebra is a college prep course and is designed to further extend those abilities mentioned in the Algebra I description. The course also prepares the student for fields in which fringe knowledge of mathematics is necessary. It contains an introduction to radicals, logarithms, trigonometry, and analytic geometry.
CALCULUS (Elective)
Prerequisite: Advanced Math
Length: year course, 1 credit
Grade Level: 12
Maximum Enrollment: 20
Course Content: calculus is a college prep course. In the course, students will study functions, the derivative, techniques of differentiation, logarithms., the integral, and trigonometric functions. Calculus will prepare the student to take college calculus as a freshman and enable the student to pursue more advanced math classes at the college level. This is an ITV course.
NOTE: Students will need a graphing calculator.
GEOMETRY (Elective/Required)
Prerequisite: achieving a passing grade in Algebra I
Length: year course, 1 credit
Grade Level: 10, 11, 12
Maximum Enrollment: 20
Course Content: Students will learn the basics of geometry. Concepts that will be covered in the geometry course include: reasoning and proof, perpendicular and parallel lines, congruent triangles, properties of triangles, quadrilaterals, transformations, similarity, right triangles and trigonometry, circles, area of polygons, and surface area and volume of solids.
NOTE: Each student will need a ruler with inches and centimeters, a compass and a protractor for use in this class.
ADVANCED MATHEMATICS (Elective)
Prerequisite: C or better in both Geometry and Algebra 2
Length: year course, 1 credit
Grade Level: 12 (grade 11 with pre-requisites and teacher approval)
Maximum Enrollment: 25
Course Content: Advanced Mathematics offers comprehensive coverage of pre-calculus topics, as well as in-depth coverage of discrete mathematics and data analysis. Emphasis on key areas of mathematics, such as trigonometry and discrete mathematics, provides a solid introduction to calculus. Integrated technology lessons and examples incorporate the use of calculators and computers to enhance learning.
PHYSICAL EDUCATION/ HEALTH (Required)
Prerequisite: none
Length: Year
Grade Level: 9
Maximum Enrollment: each section (3 each) is limited to no more than 33% of the freshman class enrollment
Course Content: This is required course for graduation and will be taken your freshman year. Coed classes in which everyone learns some of the basic movement skills. the class will meet there times a week in the gym for activities and exercises. We learn some of the basic skills involved for future participation in activities. some activities covered are soccer, speedball, handball, racquetball, bowling, and numerous other activities. This course is required for graduation.
ADVANCED P.E. (Elective)
Prerequisite: P.E. & Health
Length: semester course, 1/2 credit per semester
Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Maximum Enrollment: 20
Course Content: You must complete with a passing grade one year of Beginning P.E. before you can enroll in Advanced P.E. There are more group games and activities and much more strenuous activities. Advanced P.E. is for those students who enjoy activities and are interested in learning in more detail how games are played and what strategy is best. There is also a greater emphasis in individual sports and lifetime sports. Advanced P.E. may not be taken more than one (1) year total.
LIFETIME FITNESS (Elective)
Prerequisite: Beginning P.E.
Length: semester course, 1/2 credit per semester
Grade Level: 10, 11, 12
Maximum Enrollment: 20
Course Content: You must complete with a passing grade one year of Beginning P.E. before you can enroll in Lifetime Fitness class. This class will deal only with activities that can carry over to your adult life. It will look at fitness programs dealing with walking jogging. It will deal with activities that can be used in your adult like like tennis, golf, bowling, and numerous other sports and activities. If you are interested in team activities do not take this class. Advanced P.E. is for those activities. This class will strictly deal with fitness activities which hopefully will carry over into your adult lives. Lifetime fitness may not be taken more than one (1) year total.
WEIGHTLIFTING (Elective)
Prerequisite: must have passed P.E. & Health
Length: semester course, 1/2 credit per semester
Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Maximum Enrollment: 20
Course Content: The class will consist of flexibility exercises, plyometrics and weight training. The class will be open to all students of Herington High School. Weightlifting may not be taken more than one (1) year total.
General Science (Required)
Prerequisite: successful completion G8 Science outcomes
Length: year course, 1 credit
Grade Level: 9
Maximum Enrollment: 20
Course Content: This is a study involving Geology, Oceanography, Meteorology, and Astronomy. this course deals with everyday events as seen in the newspaper or on TV, helps the individual to understand the world they live in. Earth Science involves the physical laws of the universe and those used in science courses that follow. This is a basic science class for freshmen.
BIOLOGY (Required)
Prerequisite: successful completion of General Science
Length: year course, 1 credit
Grade Level: 10
Maximum Enrollment: 20
Course Content: Biology is the study of life and life processes and will involve the following units: characteristics of life, cells, genetics, anatomy and physiology, taxonomy and classification, and ecology. Students will also report weekly on current events in science, study about famous inventors and discoveries.
ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY (Elective)
Prerequisite: (ITV - need to have had a B in Biology), completion of Earth Science & Biology with a C or better, or permission of the instructor.
Length: year course, 1 credit
Grade Level: 11, 12
Maximum Enrollment: 20
Course Content: Anatomy and physiology is the systemic study of the structure of function of the human body. Students will cover the 11 main systems of the human body. this class is set up for students interested in pursuing a health profession after high school the class will be a combination of lecture and lab. Dissections will include the sheep brain, cow eye, cow heart, and cat.
CHEMISTRY (Elective)
Prerequisite: Completion of General Science and Biology with a C or better, or permission of instructor.
Length: year course, 1 credit
Grade Level: 11, 12
Maximum Enrollment: 16
Course Content: An introductory course to chemical principles. The structure of matter and its energy interaction are the primary focus. Students use basic laboratory equipment and chemical procedures to study principles of chemical activity. Chemical symbols and notation are emphasized for solving problems.
This is a weighted class if taken for an entire year.
PHYSICS (Elective)
Prerequisite: taking or have taken Algebra II, trigonometry/pre-calculus co-requisite strongly recommended
Length: year course, 1 credit
Grade Level: 11, 12
Maximum Enrollment: 16
Course Content: This is a lab course which covers Mechanics, Wave theory, Sound, Optics, Electricity, Magnetism, and Modern Physics. This course is designed primarily for college0bound students. A scientific calculator is required.
COMPARATIVE ANATOMY (Elective)
Prerequisite: students need to have earned a B average in biology.
Length: semester course, 1 credit
Grade Level: 11, 12
Maximum Enrollment: 20 (includes all sites)
Course Content: Students will learn the structure and function of various organisms in the animal kingdom. The class will be a combination of lecture and lab. Dissections will include sponges, hydra, starfish, earthworms, mussels, crayfish, frogs, grasshoppers, sharks, and rats. Dissection is required for this class. Students will do an in-depth study of insects and create and insect collection as well as a stream study.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE (Elective/Rotational)
Prerequisite: General Science and Biology
Length: Year
Course Description: This course offers and overview of topics and disciplines need to understand that environmental issues and challenges of today's world. The course will integrate aspects of biology, chemistry and earth science. Specific topics will include environmental policy, population and community ecology, biomes, aquatic ecosystems, biodiversity conservation, human population and urbanization, environmental health, nature preserve management, global climate change, air quality, mining, renewable and nonrenewable forms of energy, waste management and environmental careers.
AMERICAN HISTORY (Required)
Prerequisite: World History (Class is taken as a junior)
Length: year course, 1 credit
Grade Level: 11, 12
Maximum Enrollment: 25
Course Content: It will be a study of events from the time Europeans discovered the New World up to the present day. Included in this study will be:
1. The nation's growth and expansion
2. Opportunities and problems growing out of the transformation of a rural population to one that is largely
urban.
3. The evolution of a democratic system of government.
4. The persistent struggle to insure equal rights and opportunities for the American citizens.
5. The opportunities and problems stemming from the continuing economic revolution that has developed
in the country.
6. The changing role of the United States in world affairs.
Requirement of Students: Will be required to write a term paper. This course is required for graduation.
AMERICAN GOVERNMENT (Required)
Prerequisite: must have taken or be taking American History
Length: semester course, 1/2 credit
Grade Level: 12
Maximum Enrollment: 25
Course Content: This class is a study of how the United States governmental systems work. Emphasis is placed on the constitution, the three branches of government, and the way this government affects its citizens. Part of the class will also deal with the responsibilities citizens have toward their government. Part of the class is designed to cover state and local government as well.
This course is required for graduation.
WORLD HISTORY (Required)
Prerequisite: none
Length: semester course, 1/2 credit
Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Maximum Enrollment: 25
Course Content: This class traces the history of man from Mesopotamia and early Egypt to the present day. It is an important basis for better understanding of American History and government. Students will exercise their reading and writing skills.
WORLD GEOGRAPHY (Elective)
Prerequisite: none
Length: semester course, 1/2 credit
Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Maximum Enrollment: 25
Course Content: A class that introduces students to both physical and regional geography. it is the story of nature, of resources, of continents and countries, of political boundaries and economic activities in terms of geography's influences on peoples lives. Students will exercise their map and globe skills as well as their reading and thinking skills.
SOCIOLOGY (Elective)
Prerequisite: none
Length: semester course, 1/2 credit
Grade Level: 10, 12
Maximum Enrollment: 20
Course Content: Sociology is a study of the interaction of people. Such topics as deviant behavior, crime, social groups, marriage and the family, religion and other topics will be discussed. Materials will include a textbook, video tapes, media center materials and newspapers. Student projects are graded using a rubric model.
DRIVER EDUCATION (Summer Elective)
Eligibility: For a student to enroll in Driver Education for the summer, they must be 14 years of age prior to June 1 of the summer they plan to take the course.
Classroom Attendance: Students will attend class until they have successfully completed all unit worksheets, tests, and a comprehensive final. If more classes are needed than can be accommodated by the schedule.
Testing Procedure: Students will successfully complete the worksheet for any given unit before testing over that unit. The maximum number of unit tests on new materials that may be taken in two per day. The student may take a make-up test and new test on the same day.
Credit and Evaluation Procedures: One-half unit of Herington High School graduation credit will be awarded for successful completion of the driver education course. Students must obtain 80% on all tests. Students must successfully demonstrate proficiency on all driving procedures at the stated performance expectations listed as part of this class. All required material must be completed prior to the awarding of the half unit of credit and issuance of the certificate of completion.
Testing-Out Procedure: Due to the nature of this course, testing out is not an option.
Course Fee: $30.00 fee subject to yearly change by the board of education. This fee is non-refundable.
Scheduling/Time in Car: Driving instructors will develop the driving schedule for their students. Students must attend all scheduled driving sessions until successful completion of all driving proficiencies. Missed driving time may result in the inability to successfully complete course. A minimum of 4 sessions will be required to satisfy driving proficiencies.
Discipline: Due to the serious nature of the material covered and the safety of others in class, inappropriate student conduct may result in dismissal from the driver education program.
Parental Involvement: Parents are encouraged to take an active role in the learning process of their student by providing additional supervised driving opportunities between sessions.
Special Needs Students: Special needs students' requirements will be met in the least restrictive manner with paraprofessional assistance (i.e., help in reading, tests, etc.) in the classroom as needed and any special adaptations.
I have read and understand the above policies.
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