APOLLO STUDENTS
A student must successfully earn 8 credits prior to admission to Apollo's two-year programs and 12 credits for a one-year program. Because nearly all programs at Apollo last for 2 years, a student cannot attend Apollo until 2 years of high school have been completed. Thus, a student
cannot enroll into Apollo until his/her junior year.
STATE BOARD OF EDUCATION APPROVED CRITERIA:
DIPLOMA WITH HONORS
Each school district shall award the Diploma with Honors to any student graduating after September 15, 1993 who:
1) - successfully completes the high school curriculum or individualized education program developed for the student by the high school
2) - demonstrates at least a tenth-grade level of literacy and basic competency on all Ohio Graduation Tests and
3) - meets the criteria for honors provided below.
The student who completes the college preparatory curriculum in high school shall meet at least eight of the following nine
criteria:
1) - earn four units of English
2) - earn four units of mathematics including at least the courses of Algebra I, Algebra II, and geometry
3) - earn four units of science including at least one unit in a foundational science with an emphasis in chemistry and at least one unit in an applied science with
an emphasis in biology
4) - earn four units of social studies
5) - earn either three units of one foreign language or two units each of two foreign languages
6) - earn one unit of fine arts
7) - either one unit of business/technology and two additional units in (a) through (f) above or earn three additional units in (a) through (f) above.
8) - maintain an overall high school grade point average of at least 3.5 on a four-point scale up to the last grading period of the senior year
9) - Obtain the score(s) on the twelfth-grade proficiency test designated as honors level by the State Board of Education or obtain a composite score of 27 on
the ACT or an equivalent composite score on the SAT.
The student who completes at least two years of an intensive vocational or technical education
curriculum in the high school shall meet at least eight of the following nine criteria:
1) - earn four units of English which may include one unit of applied communication
2) - earn four units of mathematics which will include algebra, geometry, or the equivalent in applied mathematics
3) - earn three units of science, at least one of which will be an applied science with an emphasis in biology
4) - earn four units of social studies
5) - earn either two units of a foreign language or two units of business/technology; or one unit of both
6) - three units in the student's career technical education curriculum
7) - maintain an overall high school grade point average of at least 3.5 on a four point scale up to the last grading period of the senior year
8) - complete a career passport, including the demonstration of proficiency in 95% of the occupational core competencies as judged by at least two content
experts
9) - obtain score(s) on the twelfth-grade proficiency tests designated by the State Board of Education or obtain a composite score of 27 on the ACT or an
equivalent composite score on the SAT.
PUPIL LOAD
SCHEDULE CHANGES
Courses selected during final registration will be considered as final. Books and supplies are ordered and teachers placed on the basis of your selections. Only changes necessitated by course cancellation, failure, or irresolvable conflicts will be considered before the third full week of school. The only time a course drop will be permitted is when the instructor feels there is an academic deficiency. Students may add courses the second week providing the guidance counselor approves the request.
POST-SECONDARY OPTIONS
All high school students have an opportunity to take classes at eligible post-secondary institutions. Students must notify the guidance office prior to March 30th of each year to select this option. Post-secondary work and/or high school work must equate to a minimum of 6 units all year. Please keep in mind that post-secondary classes are intended for those students who excel academically.
A new and exciting post-secondary opportunity was initiated the 1999-2000 school year. This opportunity is evidence that Perry High School is committed to enriching students education through the use of technology in the new millennium. In cooperation with the University of Northwestern Ohio, college courses will be available via the Internet. This program is referred to as Virtual College and these courses can be accessed at any time from either school or home. Students will be able to earn college credit as well as high school credit while participating in this program.
OPEN-ENROLLMENT
Perry Local Schools approved an open-enrollment policy effective with the 1995-1996 school year. A student may apply for enrollment into this program by securing the proper forms from the superintendent's office. Those students who are admitted into this program will be placed into all PHS classes and receive the same benefits as a resident student. Students seeking enrollment into Apollo will be enrolled after students in the Perry district are placed.
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COURSES OFFERED AT PERRY HIGH SCHOOL
When registering for classes, keep in mind that the following course numbers represent the appropriate grade levels for the classes:
100's - Freshmen - Senior 300's - Junior - Senior
200's - Sophomore - Senior 400's - Senior
ART
All classes require sketchbooks.
Note: Every student is required to take Art I-A and Art I-B before taking any further courses.
#166 ART I-A DRAWING - 1 SEMESTER - 1/2 UNIT
Original ideas in drawing the figure, still lifes, landscapes, conceptual and abstract motifs will be explored.
#167 ART I-B DESIGN - 1 SEMESTER - 1/2 UNIT
Study in the elements of design such as focal point, pattern, positive and negative space, line, shape, color, and texture will be examined.
#265 ART 2-A PRINTMAKING - 1 SEMESTER - 1/2 UNIT
This will be a graphics course on learning to print in three methods: silk screen, engraving (dry point), and linoleum carving. An example will be to print your own T-shirt.
#267 ART 2-B PAINTING - 1 SEMESTER - 1/2 UNIT
Beginning with watercolors, moving on to temperas, and finishing with acrylics, this course will teach the techniques of painting on various papers and canvas.
#366 ART 3 SCULPTURE/CERAMICS - 1 SEMESTER - 1/2 UNIT
Materials such as wood, wire, paper, metal, and found objects. Also, various types of plastic and glass will be used in creation of 3-D art. In addition, working with hand-built construction in methods of slab, coil and press molds, the student will find this challenging in making various shapes. Finally, learning the basics in wheel throwing will be examined.
#472 ART 4 ADVANCED 2D DESIGN/3D STUDY
- 1 SEMESTER - 1/2 UNIT
PREREQUISITE: Pass Art 1A and
Art 1B with a "B" average or better.
Students will explore a more in-depth study of the elements of design. This class will involve study guides that are college preparatory. Students will also be able to explore the use of 3D materials such as clay, wood, plastic, glass, and metal. Cost for materials will be additional fees to the student.
#474 ART 5 INDEPENDENT STUDY
PREREQUISITE: Special permission from art instructor
Independent
study is an individual art curriculum designed by the art instructor only with
special permission. It involves setting
up a minimum of 3 projects per 9-week grading period and completion of those
projects with predetermined deadlines.
Art history reports and presentations are still due along with a
sketchbook. students that cannot work
without personal motivation and daily instruction are advised not to take art
independent study.
BUSINESS & TECHNOLOGY
#141 BUSINESS LAW - 1 SEMESTER - 1/2 UNIT
This semester course will cover basic concepts of business law. The subjects covered will include types of U.S. law, contract law, property law, employment law and finance.
#142 GENERAL BUSINESS - 1 YEAR - 1 UNIT
Workbook and practice set to be purchased.
General Business is designed to acquaint the student with a variety of business experiences which will relate to his/her future life. This course should be a good foundation on which to build more business knowledge through advanced business courses.
#143 KEYBOARDING - 1 SEMESTER - 1/2 UNIT - PASS/FAIL GRADING - (NON-GPA)
Note: This course is highly recommended to be taken if a student wishes to
have opportunities to take related classes like Computers I and Computers II.
Keyboarding is a course designed to teach the student proper methods of keyboard control while developing speed and accuracy on a computer keyboard. After this foundation has been established, the student proceeds into areas of centering, tabulations, letters, manuscripts and business forms to develop typing proficiency.
#240 COMPUTERS I - 1 SEMESTER - 1/2 UNIT
PREREQUISITE: Successful completing of keyboarding (#143)
Students will be instructed in the basics of computer hardware and software as well as learn the basics of Windows 98. Students will also learn how to create professional-looking documents using Microsoft Word and simple spreadsheets using Microsoft excel.
#242 COMPUTERS II - 1 SEMESTER - 1/2 UNIT
PREREQUISITE: Successful completion of Computers I
Students will learn more about how computers work and file maintenance. Students will also learn how to create presentations using Microsoft Power Point as well as create web pages and update Perry High School’s home web page.
#244 INTRODUCTION TO THE INTERNET - 1 SEMESTER - 1/2 UNIT
PREREQUISITE: Successful completion of Computers I and Computers II or permission from the instructor.
Introduction
to the Internet will examine the various ways in which the Internet is
beginning to shape our lives. It will
examine the beneficial ways which this technology can be used and how its
application will effect our future.
Students will become proficient in their ability to access various sites
and gain an understanding of the wealth of information which can be obtained
through its use. Students will also be responsible for
maintaining Perry High School’s web page.
#345 ACCOUNTING I - 1 YEAR - 1 UNIT
PREREQUISITE: Evidence of math proficiency and/or at least a ”C” average in a prior math class.
Workbook and 2 practice sets to be purchased, hand calculator is required.
Accounting I provides the student with a basic understanding of the system involved in double-entry record keeping, including opening a set of books, journalizing transactions, preparing fiscal reports, and closing the ledger. The course expands to the study of special journals, special
FOREIGN LANGUAGES
The instructor of
the American Sign Language courses is based from the Ohio School for The Deaf
in Columbus, Ohio. Daily lessons are
taught live by this instructor to our students at Perry High School via the
television. This instructor is able to
see our students via a camera in the classroom. A Perry High School staff member is in the classroom at the time
of instruction to serve as a monitor.
Class size for each course is restricted to eight students. Priority will be given to freshmen. Selection of the eight students will be
based on the ranking of the grade point averages from the eighth grade of those
students who register for the course.
#154 AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE I - 1 YEAR - 1 UNIT
PREREQUISITE: “C” average or better in English or permission of instructor. Students must also have home Internet access so that communication can be made with the instructor outside of the normal class instruction time.
This course is designed to teach the basic skills necessary for understanding sign language - the language of the deaf. The main objective will be for students to translate basic language being signed to them and, then be able to sign a response to the person. This course is recognized by most colleges and universities throughout the United States as a foreign language and, thus, meets respective foreign language requirements for admission to those schools.
#254 AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE II - 1 YEAR - 1 UNIT
PREREQUISITE: “C” average or better in American Sign Language I.
This course is designed to improve both comprehension, translation, and communication
of American Sign Language. Students should be able to have an in depth conversation with a person by using sign language as the only form of communication. This course is recognized by most colleges and universities throughout the United States as a foreign language and, thus, meets respective foreign language requirements for admission to those schools.
#354 AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE III - 1 YEAR - 1 UNIT
PREREQUISITE: AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE II and/or recommendation of the instructor.
This course is designed to help develop the skill of sustained conversation.
#454 AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE IV - 1 YEAR - 1 UNIT
#150 SPANISH I - 1 YEAR - 1 UNIT
PREREQUISITE: "C" average or better in English or permission of instructor
This course is designed to teach the basic skills in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing Spanish through a structured use of the language. There will be emphasis on oral comprehension.
#251 SPANISH II - 1 YEAR - 1 UNIT
PREREQUISITE: "D" average or better in Spanish I and/or permission of instructor
This course is designed to improve both oral and reading comprehension in Spanish through a structural use of the language and to improve speaking and writing ability.
#352 SPANISH III - 1 YEAR - 1 UNIT
PREREQUISITE: Spanish II and/or recommendation of the instructor
This course is designed to help develop the skill of sustained conversation, and the ability to write creatively. Vocabulary, geography, and culture are also incorporated into the advance Spanish program. Problems relating to sales, purchases, taxes, depreciation, partnerships, and corporations.
HEALTH AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION
#185 PHYSICAL EDUCATION - 1 SEMESTER - 1/4 UNIT
Required for all Freshmen/Sophomores
The Physical Education program will consist of the following activities: (1) Leisure-time Sports, (2) General Exercise, (3) Individual Sports, and (4) Team Sports. Students will become familiar with the rules, techniques, and history of various sports and activities. Emphasis will also be placed on the importance of physical activity now and in the future.
#285 HEALTH - 1 SEMESTER - 1/2 UNIT
Required by end of sophomore year.
The following health units will also be taught: current health practices, sexually transmitted diseases and sex education, first aid, tobacco, alcohol and drugs, and CPR. In addition, a detailed study of the basic systems of the human body, including an in-depth consideration of the function and structure of the various organs will be a part of the total curriculum.
PE OPTION
Students are now permitted to participate in a Perry High School athletic program or cheerleading to fulfill the physical education requirement. Thus, successful completion of one full season of an athletic program (example: football, golf, etc.) will equal ¼ credit. Completion of two seasons of the same sport or different sports will equal ½ credit. Grades for PE under this option will be on a pass/fail basis and will not be figured into a student’s grade point average. Interested students must complete the appropriate paperwork prior to the start of the school year.
HEALTH SCIENCES
#286 FITNESS AND STRENGTH - 1 YEAR - 1 UNIT
PREREQUISITE: Must be a sophomore.
Students will gain an understanding of conditioning regiments in order to increase an individual awareness of strength and fitness. Students will be expected to become familiar with the names and functions of major bones and muscles and develop an understanding of their
relationship to the overall fitness process. This course will encompass a combination of classroom instruction and "outside-the-classroom" workouts to meet objectives.
#386 PHYSIOLOGY - 1 YEAR - 1 UNIT
PREREQUISITE: MUST BE A JUNIOR OR SENIOR
Students will gain a comprehensive knowledge of how muscles and bones interact within the human body. This course will encompass a combination of classroom instruction and "outside-the-classroom" physical workouts to meet course objectives.
#486 KINESIOLOGY - 1 YEAR -1 UNIT
PREREQUISITE: MUST BE A JUNIOR OR SENIOR
An advanced approach toward the study of the interaction of muscle groups within the human structure. This course will also encompass a combination of classroom instruction and "outside-the-classroom" physical workouts to meet course objectives.
LANGUAGE ARTS
#102 ENGLISH 9 - 1 YEAR - 1 UNIT
Required of all freshman who displayed having difficulty with eighth grade English.
This course focuses on grammar rules associated with punctuation and sentence structure.
#101 COLLEGE ENGLISH 9 - 1 YEAR - 1 UNIT
PREREQUISITE: a “C” average or better in eighth grade English
This is the first of four college preparatory English classes
designed for those students who have ambitions about pursuing a post-secondary
degree.
Basic grammar, literature, as well as the development in writing
skills will be emphasized.
#146 YEARBOOK - 1 YEAR - 1 UNIT
NOTE: Class size of this course is restricted to 20. Priority will be given to juniors and seniors.
Cumulative grade point average will be used to select students if more than 20 register
The objectives of this course include assisting in the publishing and editing of the yearbook. Skills learned will include those relevant to the areas of language arts and journalism.
#202 ENGLISH 10 - 1 YEAR - 1 UNIT
PREREQUISITE: successful completion of an English 9 class
English 10 includes a review of basic grammar and spelling. Emphasis is placed on writing skills through development of themes and fictional compositions. Literature study will center on the different literary styles.
#203 COLLEGE ENGLISH 10 - 1 YEAR - 1 UNIT
“College English” Level - Basic grammar and spelling are accompanied with a strong emphasis placed on writing skills through development of themes and fictional compositions. Also, various literary styles will be examined.
#304 ENGLISH 11 - 1 YEAR - 1 UNIT
English 11 includes a review of basic grammar and spelling. Emphasis is placed on writing skills through development of themes and fictional compositions. Literature study will center on the different literary styles.
#305 COLLEGE ENGLISH 11 - 1 YEAR - 1 UNIT
Required of all Juniors
PREREQUISITE: successful completion of an English 10 class
"College English" Level - Major American authors read and critically reported. A comprehensive study of major literary changes in American Literature from 1607 through the 1970's. Basic grammar review is included. Writing work includes paragraphs through organized essay and research paper.
#404 ENGLISH 12 - 1 YEAR - 1 UNIT
English 12 includes a review of basic grammar and spelling. Emphasis is placed on writing skills through development of themes and fictional compositions. Literature study will center on the different literary styles.
#406 COLLEGE ENGLISH 12 - 1 YEAR - 1 UNIT
PREREQUISITE: Course #305 (English 11) or recommendation of instructor
Designed for the college-bound student, this course is designed to give the student an insight into the motivational forces behind reading and writing. Students should begin to appreciate literature for its aesthetic accomplishment. Emphasis is also placed on compositions and research papers, grammar, and those skills needed to be successful in a college classroom. English literature is the core of the study. An additional unit on test-taking (ACT) skill will be taught.
MATHEMATICS
#123 ALGEBRA I - 1 YEAR - 1 UNIT
PREREQUISITE: "B" average or better in eighth grade Math and/or recommendation of the instructor.
Algebra I deals with the unknown. The process of solving for the unknown topics such as linear equations, inequalities, graphing, factoring, and polynomials are covered.
#124 INTEGRATED MATH I - 1 YEAR - 1 UNIT
Suggested for freshmen who did not do better than a “C” average in eighth grade mathematics.
Integrated Math I is the first of two integrated math courses which teach mathematical concepts as a whole and not as compartmentalized areas of instruction. It is designed for students who have attained a functional level of competence in arithmetic but may not be developmentally able to proceed to the more abstract thinking required for Algebra I as a discrete course. Within the framework of the integrated courses, students will be taught mathematical concepts involving patterns, relations and functions, problem solving strategies, estimation and mental computation, and data analysis and probability. Integrated Math I is intended to prepare a student for geometry or for continuation in Integrated Math II .
#224 GEOMETRY - 1 YEAR - I UNIT
PREREQUISITE: "C" or better average in Algebra I and/or recommendation of the instructor.
Geometry includes plane and some solid geometry. It deals with the size and shape of geometric figures, the relationship between them, and the properties and measurements of them. The main objective of this course is to strengthen reasoning power and clear thinking.
#225 INTEGRATED MATH II - 1 YEAR - 1 UNIT
PREREQUISITE: Completion of Integrated Math I or Algebra I
This course continues the work started in Integrated Math I. The topics to be covered are logic geometry and higher level applications of the ideas previously introduced, further development and application of algebraic skills and systems, probability and statistics.
#320 INTEGRATED MATH III - 1 YEAR - 1 UNIT
PREREQUISITE: Completion of Integrated II or Geometry
This course extends the lessons that the student has had in Integrated II.. They will be working with a mixture of Algebraic and Geometric topics. This course will also deal with the topic of probability.
#327 ALGEBRA II -
1 YEAR - 1 UNIT
PREREQUISITE: "C" average or better in Algebra I and/or recommendation of instructor
Algebra II is an extension of Algebra I. The material in first year Algebra is reviewed and studied in greater depth. Additional topics that are covered include coordinate geometry, quadratic equations, and inequalities.
#429 ADVANCED MATH - 1 YEAR - 1 UNIT
PREREQUISITE: Successful completion of geometry and Algebra II
Advanced Math includes the study of trigonometry, logarithms, higher algebra, elementary functions, and other topics necessary to prepare students for college math and calculus.
#431 CALCULUS - 1 YEAR - 1 UNIT
PREREQUISITE: "B" average in Advanced Math and/or recommendation of instructor
Calculus includes the study circular functions, vectors and lines, derivatives and other topics necessary to prepare students for college math.
MUSIC
#160 VOCAL MUSIC (CHOIR) - 1 YEAR - 1 UNIT
Levels I, II, III, IV - PREREQUISITE: Membership in Elementary/Jr. High Chorus and/or permission of Instructor
A wide variety of music is performed in Concert Choir and attendance is required at all performances, including in-school concerts, choir contests, graduation ceremonies, and occasional community performances. Development of individual voices, production of a mature choral tone, and quality musical expression emphasized. Musical aptitude is not so much a prerequisite as is a sense of responsibility and having a positive attitude necessary for making music. Membership in Concert Choir is strongly recommended for students accepted in the Commodore Fleet Show Choir.
#164 FRESHMEN CHOIR
#161 INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC - 1 YEAR - 1 UNIT
This course focuses on the various aspects of both marching band and concert band.
The Senior High School Instrumental Music Department is composed of three major performing groups:
1. The Marching Commodores performs at all Perry Varsity football games and at various parades, festivals, and competitions. All members are required to attend summer band camp which is usually the first three weeks of August, Monday through Friday with times varying. Attendance is required at all rehearsals and performances. Fee required.
2. The Concert Band begins immediately after marching band season, usually November. Membership comes from the Marching Commodores with the addition of football players, who are exempt from marching band. Performances include a Christmas concert, Winter and Spring concerts, and district band contest. Attendance is required at all rehearsals and performances. Fee required.
3. The Pep Band performs at all home JV/Varsity basketball games. Membership in Pep Band comes from the concert band. Participating is discretionary upon the director's recommendation.
Objectives of the Senior High School Instrumental Music Department include:
a. To educate, perform, and acquaint the student with a variety of musical styles,
b. To learn the basic fundamentals and techniques of good musicianship,
c. To encourage creativity and musical appreciation,
d. To instill in each student a knowledge of the development of an idea to a working musical experience,
e. To provide a feeling of accomplishment and self-worth.
#163 CONCERT BAND - 1 SEMESTER - 1/2 UNIT
#162 MARCHING BAND - 1 SEMESTER - 1/2 UNIT
NOTE: STUDENTS MAY CHOOSE TO PARTICIPATE IN EITHER
MARCHING
BAND (1ST
SEMESTER), CONCERT BAND (2ND SEMESTER), OR BOTH. HOWEVER, NOTIFICATION MUST BE GIVEN TO THE BAND INSTRUCTOR
AND HIGH SCHOOL GUIDANCE COUNSELOR
PRIOR TO THE END OF THE PRECEDING SCHOOL YEAR.
NOTIFICATION MUST OCCUR BECAUSE THOSE PARTICIPATING IN MARCHING BAND ARE
EXPECTED TO ATTEND SUMMER BAND CAMP AND RELATED FUNCTIONS AS PART OF THE COURSE
GRADE.
SCIENCE
#130 PHYSICAL SCIENCE - 1 YEAR - 1 UNIT
Required of all Freshman - Workbook to be purchased
This course will give the basic introduction to the principles of applied science. It is to be taught as a laboratory course; therefore, a major aim will be to provide students with the fundamental methods of scientific investigation. Fundamental concepts in chemistry, physics, and biology will be introduced. The course is planned to arouse student interest, satisfy their natural curiosity, and deepen their knowledge of the physical phenomena which govern the universe.
#230 BASIC BIOLOGY - 1 YEAR - 1 UNIT
Required of all freshman who did not obtain at least a “C” average in general science or who have not passed the science portion of the ninth grade proficiency test.
This course is a project-based, introductory class to biology. Major biological concepts will be discussed and several hands-on projects as well as some dissection will be done throughout the year. Some of the course topics include cells, plants, animals, and the environment.
#231 BIOLOGY I - 1 YEAR - 1 UNIT
PREREQUISITE: "C" average in physical science or permission of instructor . Lab fee to be charged.
This course provides for a detailed study of animal and plant life starting with simple-celled organisms to the most complex. The cell is considered as the unit of structure and function of life. Students will be given laboratory experience including preparing slides, microscope work, culturing bacteria, many dissections and other challenging work by using preserved and living materials. Relationships between man and his environment will be developed.
#331 BIOLOGY II - 1 YEAR - 1 UNIT
#332 CHEMISTRY - 1 YEAR - 1 UNIT
PREREQUISITE: "C" average in science and Algebra I and/or recommendation of instructor.
Lab fee to be charged
High school chemistry is designed to introduce the student to an atomic and molecular way of analyzing basic chemical reactions. Starts with the concept of the atom, periodic charts, compounds, equations, math relations, both ratio and molar, then proceeds to the study of thermo-chemistry. The second semester relates to kinetics, thermodynamics, late reactions and organic chemistry. Two days of laboratory per week is used to acquaint students with techniques in a laboratory.
#333 PHYSICS - 1 YEAR - 1 UNIT
PREREQUISITE: "C" average in science, geometry and/or Algebra II or currently enrolled in Algebra II and/or permission of instructor.
Physics is the study of matter, mainly concerned with its physical properties and changes that it undergoes. Behavior of matter and molecular motion is studied. Mechanics, heat, light, sound, magnetism and electricity as energy and interchangeable energy are the main topics covered. The laws and principles of physics and many of the technical answers to why and how many everyday devices work are also topics of discussion and study. A good math working background is mandatory for the study of physics.
#334 ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE - 1 YEAR - 1 UNIT
PREREQUISITE: Students must have a “B” average or better in Biology or have the permission of the instructor.
This
class will have a maximum of 20 students.
Priority will be given to seniors.
This class will be a year long study of the Earth and how everything on
it lives and interacts. Students will
learn about topics such as the geology of the Earth, how weather effects people
and organisms, water quality and how we can protect it, how organisms live and
interact, and ways that we can help protect the environment for future
generations. This class will be lab,
activity, and project based, but there will be traditional classroom learning
as well.
SOCIAL STUDIES
#110 WORLD GEOGRAPHY - 1 SEMESTER - 1/2 UNIT
The study of the environment which influences the way people live with the promotion of the basic economic principles as they apply to geography. Countries and topographical features will also be studied.
#112 WORLD HISTORY - 1 YEAR - 1 UNIT
Required of all sophomores.
A general survey course which traces man's history from the earliest beginnings of civilizations in the ancient world through the Middle Ages to the Modern Times. Covers political, cultural, and social background of western civilization. Physical features of regions will also be covered.
#114 CURRENT ISSUES - 1 SEMESTER - 1/2 UNIT
Students in this course will learn about the how current events of our locality, state, nation, and world affect our daily lives.
#215 SOCIAL PSYCHOLOGY - 1 SEMESTER - 1/2 UNIT
Students in this semester course will study a wide range of topics that effect human behavior. Emphasis will be on principles of learning, behavior and personality development.
#216 SOCIOLOGY - 1 SEMESTER - 1/2 UNIT
The study of sociology examines the ways people interact. It involves learning about relations with groups to an understanding of the organization of societies. Vital issues and social problems of the day will be brought into class discussions. The class should be able to see the practical aspects of sociological concepts and how they apply to their own lives.
#117 AMERICAN HISTORY - 1 YEAR - 1 UNIT
Required for all freshman and all juniors in the classes of 2003 and 2004 except those enrolled at Apollo.
American History involves the study of the development of our nation with emphasis on the economic, political, and social aspects from the founding of our country to the present. A term paper may be required.
#418 AMERICAN GOVERNMENT - 1 YEAR - 1 UNIT
Required for all Seniors except those enrolled at Apollo.
A study of the structure, organization, and functions of American Government and their relationship to the democratic principles of freedom, justice, and equality. The course includes a study of national, state, and local government.
VOCATIONAL HOME
ECONOMICS
#191 PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT - 1 SEMESTER - 5/8 UNIT
Students will learn how to build friendships and get along with family members. Other objectives of the course include how to manage stress, conflict, and become independent. A sewing project and food labs are among other course requirements.
#192 RESOURCE MANAGEMENT - 1 SEMESTER - 5/8 UNIT
Students will discover how to manage their resources to achieve goals. Other course objectives include learning about consumer choices for housing, clothing, and food. A sewing project and food labs will be required of students.
#291 CREATIVE FOODS - 1 SEMESTER - 5/8 UNIT
Students will discover how their health is affected my what they eat. Students will practice planning, preparing, and evaluating foods that are prepared in class. They will experience choosing and creating their own dishes from new methods learned.
#294 CHILD DEVELOPMENT - 1 SEMESTER - 5/8 UNIT
Students will study children from the time of conception through delivery and preschool. They will discover the responsibilities and rewards of being a parent. This course will help them prepare for the “most important job of their lives” - being a parent. In this course, students will plan and prepare lessons for teaching preschool.
#392 ON YOUR OWN- 1 SEMESTER - 5/8 UNIT
This course is designed for those students who are planning on moving out or going to college after high school, and will have to manage “on their own.” Students will learn to build strong relationships and a personal life while balancing a career. Other objectives include learning to manage their own resources to meet housing, clothing, and food needs. Students will also prepare and eat many food items in this course.
#393 FAMILY LIVING - 1 SEMESTER - 5/8 UNIT
Students will learn about the rewards of having a strong family life. They will learn about engagement, marriage, divorce, remarriage and the consequences of each. They will learn skills for coping with crisis as related to the family unit. Each student will be expected to prepare a meal for his/her family which they will eat together.
DEVELOPMENTALLY HANDICAPPED PROGRAM
The Developmentally Handicapped Program is offered to students who would normally experience learning difficulties in a regular classroom setting. To be eligible for this program, a student must have parental permission and be evaluated and meet the criteria established by state guidelines.
The Developmentally Handicapped Program offers individual instruction on each student's ability level within the required academic areas. The ultimate goal of this program is to educate the student to be a responsible, productive, contributing citizen of this community.
Besides being required to take classes that are a part of the core curriculum (math, English, science, social studies), students participating in the Developmentally Handicapped Program may also elect classes in art, typing, and career and values exploration seminars. A student may also be mainstreamed into any class in which it is assumed passing grades and acceptable work can be maintained . Any Developmentally Handicapped student with sufficient credits may elect to attend Apollo Career Center during the Junior and Senior years. Students making this choice will have been tested and evaluated prior to enrolling at Apollo to insure proper program placement.
LEARNING DISABILITIES (L.D.) PROGRAM
The Learning Disabilities Program is offered to students of average intelligence who are experiencing learning difficulties in the regular classroom setting. Students who are referred to the program are evaluated by the school psychologist. If they meet the necessary criteria as established by state guidelines, a placement conference is held. Students must have parental permission to enter the program. The goal of the program is to return the student to the regular classroom by providing individual and remedial instruction.
The program provides individual and small group instruction for required academic subjects necessary for graduation. There are two components of the program: (1) intervention, (2) support. Intervention means the student completes the required course in the L.D. classroom and receives all letter grades from the L.D. teacher. Support means the student is enrolled in the regular class and receives support from the L.D. teacher. Intervention courses in the L.D. classroom follow the regular classroom curriculum as much as possible.
A student’s course schedule will be individualized according to his/her specific needs. The schedule for the student will be developed by a team comprised of the student, parent/guardian, the special education instructor, a representative from the Allen County Board of Education, the high school guidance counselor, and high school principal.
PERRY HIGH SCHOOL
COURSE OFFERINGS
Course # Course
Name Length Credit
100 English 9 1 year 1 unit
101 College English 9 1 year 1 unit
110 World Geography 1 year 1/2 unit
111 Civics/Economics 1 semester 1/2 unit
112 World History 1 year 1 unit
114 Current Issues 1 semester 1/2 unit
123 Algebra 1 1 year 1 unit
124 Integrated Math I 1 year 1 unit
130 Physical Science 1 year 1 unit
142 General Business 1 year 1 unit
143 Keyboarding I 1 semester 1/2 unit
146 Yearbook 1 year 1 unit
150 Spanish I 1 year 1 unit
151 Spanish Exploration 1 semester 1/2 unit
160 Vocal Music 1 year 1 unit
161 Instrumental Music 1 year 1 unit
163(Sec. 1) Marching Band 1 semester 1/2 unit
163(Sec. 2) Concert Band 1 semester 1/2 unit
166 Art 1-A (Drawing) 1 semester 1/2 unit
167 Art 1-B (Design) 1 semester 1/2 unit
185 Physical Education 1 semester 1/4 unit
191 Personal Development 1 semester 5/8 unit
192 Resource Management 1 semester 5/8 unit
202 English 10 1 year 1 unit
203 College English 10 1 year 1 unit
215 Social Psychology 1 semester 1/2 unit
216 Sociology 1 semester 1/2 unit
224 Geometry 1 year 1 unit
225 Integrated Math II 1 year 1 unit
230 Basic Biology 1 year 1 unit
231 Biology 1 year 1 unit
240 Computers I 1 semester 1/2 unit
242 Computers II 1 semester 1/2 unit
244 Introduction
to the Internet 1
semester 1/2 unit
251 Spanish II 1 year 1 unit
265 Art 2-A (Printmaking) 1 semester 1/2 unit
267 Art 2-B (Painting) 1 semester 1/2 unit
285 Health 1 semester 1/2 unit
291 Creative Foods 1 semester 5/8 unit
294 Child Development 1 semester 5/8 unit
302 Mass Communications 1 semester 1/2 unit
304 English 11 1 year 1 unit
305 College Prep English 11 1 year 1 unit
317 American History 1 year 1 unit
320 Integrated Math III 1 year 1 unit
327 Algebra II 1 year 1 unit
332 Chemistry 1 year 1 unit
333 Physics 1 year 1 unit
334 Environmental Studies 1 year 1 unit
345 Accounting 1 year 1 unit
352 Spanish III 1 year 1 unit
366 Art
3 1
semester 1/2 unit
392 On Your Own 1 semester 5/8 unit
393 Family Living 1 semester 5/8 unit
404 English 12 1 year 1 unit
406 College English 12 1 year 1 unit
418 American Government 1 year 1 unit
429 Advanced Math 1 year 1 unit
431 Calculus 1 year 1 unit
472 Art
4 1
semester 1/2 unit
474 Art 5 1 semester 1/2 unit