Kevin Wilson, Principal
Bill Speller, Dean of Students
Mr. Dave Alt, High School Guidance
Camille Myers, Guidance Secretary
All course offerings and vocational education programs are available to all
students without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, or handicap.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
REGISTRATION_PROCEDURE
REGISTRATION_POLICIES
GRADUATION_REQUIREMENTS
COLLEGE_ENTRANCE_REQUIREMENTS
VANTAGE_VOCATIONAL_SCHOOL
GENERAL_HIGH_SCHOOL_DIPLOMA
DIPLOMA_WITH_HONORS
AWARD_OF_MERIT
PRESIDENTS_EDUCATION_AWARDS
POST-SECONDARY_ENROLLMENT_OPTION
COURSES_OFFERED
COURSE_DESCRIPTIONS
REGISTRATION PROCEDURE:
Registration should be viewed in terms of a student's four-year program rather
than in terms of the next school year only. It should complement the career
plan. A student may complete his registration according to the following
schedule.
1. Read the enclosed information carefully. Give consideration to the course
description, prerequisites and credits.
2. Select the courses you plan for the next year. Consider the program with your
parents and have the registration form properly signed before you return it.
3. Each student will have a personal conference with the counselor to complete
the registration process. Dates and hours will be announced for each class. The
counselor welcomes the opportunity to discuss registration with student and/or
parents at any time.
4. Since the students and parents have until the close of the current school
year to make schedule adjustments, no changes should be necessary following the
close of the school year. Class changes after the school year begins may result
in a class change fee. Students are expected to start the new school year with
this final schedule.
5. Be certain of your course selections. In cases of extreme difficulty with a
subject, students must see the counselor for registration adjustments within 5
weeks of the beginning of the course in order to receive a WP (withdraw
passing). Withdrawal after this time results in a WF which is entered as an "F"
on the student's records.
6. Students new to the system should register before the opening of the school
year.
REGISTRATION POLICIES
1. No more than one study hall per day will be permitted.
2. Students who fail required subjects may repeat these subjects the following
year or in summer school.
3. Summer school courses from accredited schools will be accepted toward
graduation requirements.
4. If it is necessary to make a schedule change, the following procedure may
apply.
A. The student is to report to the guidance office to be scheduled for a
conference either during a study hall, before or after school or during lunch. A
student is not to be out of a scheduled class to make a schedule change.
B. If the conference determines that a schedule change is in the best interest
of the student and the school, the change will be permitted with parent's signed
agreement.
C. Withdrawal from a course must be processed and approved by the close of the
fifth week of the semester. Withdrawal after this date will result in a Withdraw
Failing (WF) which counts as an F in calculating the Grade Point Average.
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
1. Each student is required to complete twenty-three (23) units of credit.
2. The following courses are required for graduation.
Health-----------------------------------------------------------------1/2 unit
Physical Education------------------------------------------------1/2 unit (2
sem. courses)
English------------------------------------------------------------------4 units
Science-----------------------------------------------------------------3 units
Mathematics-----------------------------------------------------------3 units
Social Studies---------------------------------------------------------2 units
American Government----------------------------------------------1 unit
Keyboarding/Computers -------------------------------------------1 unit
Additionally,
3. Each Student must pass the Ohio Graduation Test, which will be offered 5
times beginning with the spring of the sophomore year.
COLLEGE ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS
Most colleges recommend:
English 4 units with an emphasis on composition
Mathematics 3 units, one of which should be taken in the senior year (Algebra I,
Algebra II, Geometry)
Science 3 Lab units (Biol., Chem., Physics, preferred)
Social Studies 3 units
Foreign Language 2 or 3 units (State schools prefer 3)
The Arts 1 unit
Entrance requirements vary for non state-supported colleges. Students are
advised to consult the college they plan to attend as to their requirements.
Some programs may require more extensive preparation in specific subject areas.
Check with the state university of your choice for additional information
specific to a program.
VANTAGE VOCATIONAL SCHOOL
Wayne Trace students may take vocational courses at the vocational school in Van
Wert during their Junior and Senior years. They will spend the entire school day
at Vantage, but will receive their diploma from Wayne Trace High School and will
be able to participate in extracurricular activities.
Entrance requirements to the Vantage Vocational School include the following:
Health--------------------------------------------------------------------------1/2
Credit
Physical Education--------------------------------------------------------1/2
Credit (2 semesters)
Social Studies-----------------------------------------------------------------2
Credits
Math
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------2
Credits
Science-------------------------------------------------------------------------
2 Credits
English ------------------------------------------------------------------------
2 Credits
Vocational education is a program to develop skills in an occupation area so
that upon graduation a student is employable. Vocational courses offered are:
Ag & Diesel Mechanics Auto Body Repair Business Automotive
Technology Business Information Technology Building & Grounds Maintenance
Carpentry Cosmetology Culinary Arts Early Childhood
Education Electricity
Food Careers Health Careers Industrial Mechanics Interactive
Media Medical Office Management Network Systems
Precision Machining Technology Welding Technology Fabrication
NCAA Clearinghouse Course Requirements for Division I and II College Sports:
In addition to a combined GPA/ACT score requirement, the following coursework is
required to be approved for sports participation in a Div I or II College
Program:
Class of 2007:
1. English--4 credits
2. Math--Alg I and above--2 credits
3. Natural or Physical Science--2 credits
4. Additional course's in English, math or natural or physical science--1 credit
5. Social Science--2 credits
6. Additional academic courses in any of the above areas or foreign language--
with 14 total credits required for Div II and for Div I.
7. Meet the GPA/Act requirements as listed on the Sliding Scale for Div I. For
Div II, have a GPA of 2.0 in the core courses and a total ACT score sum of 68.
Class of 2008 and beyond: Change the above to 3 credits of math above Alg I; 4
years of extra core courses with 16 req for Div 1 and 14 for Div II.
https://web1.ncaa.org/eligibilitycenter/common/
DIPLOMA SYSTEM
GENERAL HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA
All students who pass the required test and meet the Wayne Trace graduation
requirements will receive a General High School Diploma.
DIPLOMA WITH HONORS
Students who meet the criteria below shall be awarded the Diploma with Honors:
1. Successfully completes the high school curriculum or individualized education
program developed for the student by the high school.
2. Demonstrates at least a ninth-grade level of literacy and basic competency on
all ninth-grade proficiency tests. (OGT for the class of 2007.)
3. Meets the criteria for honors provided in A) or B) as follows:
A) The student who completes the college preparatory curriculum in high school
shall meet at least 8 of the following 9 criteria:
1. earn four units of English
2. earn three units of mathematics including at least Algebra I, Algebra II, and
geometry; or a 3 year sequence of courses which contains equivalent content.
3. earn at least 3 units of science which develop the concepts of physical,
life, and earth and space sciences;
4. earn three 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. earn one unit of business/technology and 2 additional in 1-6 or 3 units in
1-6;
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 a composite score of 27 on the ACT or an equivalent composite score on
the SAT.
B) The student who completes at least two years of an intensive vocational or
technical education curriculum in the high school shall meet at least 9 of the
following 10 criteria:
1. earn four units of English which may include one unit of applied
communication
2. earn three units of mathematics which will include algebra and geometry, or a
sequence of courses that contain equivalent content;
3. earn three units of science, that develop concepts for physical, life, and
earth and space sciences;
4. earn three units of social studies
5. earn either two units of a foreign language or two units of
business/technology, or 1 of each;
6. earn three units in the student's vocational or technical education
curriculum;
7. earn two additional units in 1-6 above, or in fine arts;
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. complete a career passport, including the demonstration of proficiency in 95%
of the occupational core competencies as judged by at least two content experts
10. obtain a composite score of 27 on the ACT or an equivalent composite score
on the SAT.
CURRICULUM-BASED AWARDS
AWARD OF MERIT
This is presented by the Ohio Department of Education to seniors graduating from
high school who meet the following criteria:
1. English - 4 units (May include 1 unit of fundamentals of speech)
2. Mathematics - 3 units (Must include 1 unit of algebra and 1 unit of geometry)
3. Science - 3 units (Must include 2 units from among biology, chemistry, and
physics)
4. Social Studies - 3 units (Must include 2 units of history and 1/2 unit of
civics or
government)
5. Foreign Language - 3 units (Must include no less than 2 units of any language
for which
credit is sought. i.e. 3 units of one language or 2 units each of 2 languages)
6. Complete 2 units from one or more of the following, or 2 additional units
from 1 or more of the above areas: Business, Computer Science, Visual or
Performing Arts.
7. 3.25 GPA with above average attendance;
8. Participate in extracurricular or community activities;
9. Demonstrate outstanding citizenship/character traits.
POST-SECONDARY
ENROLLMENT OPTION
High school students may take free college courses for both high school and
college credit if a college will accept the student. (Typically a student must
have a "B" or better average.)
Courses for high school credit will be applied to GPA and class rank.
Credit earned through successful completion of college courses shall be
converted to Carnegie Units for high school graduation requirements. College
courses for which 5 semester hours (7.5 quarter hours) are earned shall be
awarded one Carnegie Unit toward high school graduation. Fractional Carnage
Units shall be awarded one Carnegie Unit toward high school graduation.
Fractional Carnage Units shall be awarded proportionately. Course credit toward
graduation is subject to prior approval by the high school principal.
Within 14 days after the student withdraws (or discontinues attendance) from the
course, the college will notify the high school. Financial obligations shall
default to the student/parent if the student does not earn credit for the
course. No collection intervention obligation exists on the part of Wayne Trace
Local Schools under these circumstances. Collection responsibility rests solely
with the college.
Seniors who participate in the program for required graduation credit during
their last semester of high school, and are in good academic standing, will be
allowed to participate in the graduation ceremony. However, a diploma will not
be awarded until satisfactory completion of all requirements.
Prior to March 1 of each year, 8th-11th grade students and their parents will be
notified of the Post-Secondary Enrollment program. By March 20 of the same year,
students must notify the high school principal or guidance counselor of their
intent to participate. Failure to do so will make them ineligible to participate
without permission of the district superintendent. Students who indicate by
March 30 that they are interested in participating are required to receive
counseling services. Students and parents must sign a form indicating the
counseling services were provided and the potential risks and consequences of
participation are understood and accepted.
UNIVERSITY OF FINDLAY UNIVERSITY SCHOOL ARTICULATION
EARLY ENTRY/DUAL ENROLLMENT PROGRAM
Wayne Trace students with a 3.2 gpa or above (or with teacher/counselor recommendation) are eligible to take selected classes at Wayne Trace High School AND earn both high school and University of Findlay college credit. Classes will be taught at Wayne Trace High School during regular school hours.
Classes tentatively planned for the 2008-2009 school year include Calculus, Psychology, Physics, Spanish IV, and American History to 1865. Wayne Trace teachers receive additional training from the University of Findlay and are adjunct faculty of the university. Numerous high schools in Ohio are currently working in partnership with the University of Findlay and offering this program to their students.
Students will be required to pay $125 for each three semester hour course and $150 for a four semester hour course (Physics and Calculus). This is one-half of the actual cost. Students who withdraw from the class or receive a grade lower than a “C” will be required to pay the entire cost of the class. Actually, the full cost of each course is substantially reduced by the University of Findlay in order to make this program available and affordable to high school students.
College credits are generally transferable, but students should always contact schools of future interest to ensure that the U of F courses will transfer to a particular institution.
This program is an alternative and/or a complement to the Post Secondary Enrollment Options Program. In PSEOP, students do not pay for the classes they take but typically have travel costs and time associated with participation in PSEOP. Students may also enroll in both U of F classes AND PSEOP. Students will apply through the University of Findlay and applications will be available in the Wayne Trace Guidance Office
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
COMMUNICATIVE ARTS
English I
Freshman Year 1 Credit-Full Year
English I includes the study of grammar, literature, and writing. Five genres
(short stories, essays, poetry, drama, and the novel) compromise the study of
literature, while frequent writing assignments and in-depth discussions enhance
the student's ability to master basic grammar and writing processes.
English II
Sophomore Year 1 Credit-Full Year
Grammar study will be continued, and emphasis will be given to vocabulary and
the composition of paragraphs. The study of literature will include short
stories, drama, novels, essays, biography, and poetry. Course study also
includes basic instruction in both formal and informal speaking situations.
English III
Junior Year 1 Credit-Full Year
This year-long course will focus on strengthening the student's use of the
writing process and basic grammar skills while exploring the development and
significance of the American literary frontier. All aspects of literature will
be discussed and analyzed. In addition, there will be an emphasis on the
acquisition and retention of new vocabulary.
Advanced English III
Junior Year 1 Credit-Full Year
The course extends the content of English III by providing a faster pace, more
advanced reading, vocabulary and writing assignments, and in-depth discussion
appropriate for students who achieve English grades of A or B. Emphasis is
placed on developing research skills, resulting in the production of a term
paper.
English IV
Senior Year 1 Credit-Full Year
This course is designed for those students who are continuing their education by
attending business school, technical school, or who want to improve their
English skills before graduation. Students will further their writing and
organizational skills while improving their vocabulary and analysis skills.
Advanced English IV
Senior Year 1 Credit-Full Year
Students will be given a chance to increase their acquaintance with important
pieces of English and World Literature. Practice will be given in organizing and
writing short papers using various writing techniques such as creative writing,
and will develop the skills of using the library to write several research
papers. Emphasis will be on critical and persuasive writing. This course is
especially important to those who will be continuing their education at a 4 year
college after graduation.
Public Speaking
Prerequisite: Successful completion of English 10 1/2 credit-half year
Speaking, speaking, and more speaking! That is the focus of the course. Students
will improve their orating skills through preparation, research, and
presentation of material.
Visual Communications I
Prerequisite: Successful completion of English 10
1 credit - all year
Students will learn techniques to express their creativity by communicating through visual media, including photography and video production.
Visual Communications II
Prerequisite: B average or higher in Visual Communications I
1 credit - all year
Students will use the video production techniques that they learned in Visual Communications I to produce regular television/video productions to be viewed by the student body.
MATHEMATICS (updated)
Integrated Math I
Freshman Year 1 Credit-Full Year
This course can be taken as an alternative to Algebra I. Topics covered are
basic logic, operations, and introduction to algebra, geometry, number sets, and
beginning probability and statistics. A major emphasis of this course is finding
relationships between these ideas but not treating them as separate, distinct
areas of mathematics.
Integrated Math II
Prerequisite: Integrated Math I or Algebra 1 Credit-Full Year
This course continues the work started in Integrated Math I. The student will
become familiar with different types of graphs and interpreting the information
in the graph. They will also work extensively with linear equations, being able
to graph and work with different forms of the linear equations along with
solving system of equations in various ways. Quadratic equations and their
graphs are also introduced in the course. These are many Geometry topics that
are touched on throughout the year including relationships with angles,
segments, triangles, circles, and other figures.
Integrated Math III
Prerequisite: Integrated Math II or Geometry 1 Credit-Full Year
Integrated III extends the lessons that the student has had in Integrated II.
They will be working with a mixture of Algebraic and Geometric topics.
Algebraically the course looks at functions and their different types. It will
also look at the graphic characteristics of those functions. Geometrically the
course will look at various polygons and their characteristics and look at the
trigonometry of a right triangle. The course will also deal with the topic of
probability.
Algebra I
Prerequisite: C in Pre-Algebra 1 Credit-Full Year
Algebra I is designed for the student who has shown ability in mathematics as
evidenced by aptitude tests, mathematics grades, successful completion of
Pre-Algebra and/or teacher recommendation. Emphasis is placed on applying basic
mathematics to/with algebraic principles, the uses of formula , directed or
signed numbers, equations in both one and two variable, special products and
factoring, algebraic fractions, radicals, graphing solutions (with some graphing
calculator experimentations) and study of the basic quadratic equation. Also
covered is the process of translating or deciphering information given in verbal
situations into equations of one or two variables and then solving same for a
meaningful solution. Problem strategy is strongly
stressed within the new text as a means to achieve greater comprehensive
competency and proficiency.
Geometry
Prerequisite: C in Alg. I or Teacher Approval 1 Credit--Full Year
Geometry contains information which is background for the study of many other
academic courses. It deals with points and lines, and figures made from points
and lines. The study involves many quantitative relationships such as length of
lines, measure of angles, and comparison of areas. Involved also are concepts
concerning directions of lines, shapes of figures and relationships between
figures. Another aspect of the course is the reasoning method used in arriving
at conclusions in which all conclusions are deducted by applying previously
established definitions, axioms, postulates, and theorems.
Algebra II
Prerequisite: C in Algebra I or Teacher Approval 1 Credit--Full Year
Algebra II is designed to offer the student an introduction to advanced
mathematics techniques and better prepare him/her for college mathematics
courses, engineering, technical fields, or related sciences. Following a
thorough review of first year algebra, topics mastered in Alg. I are repeated on
a more difficult and sophisticated level. Also included are situations covering
imaginary numbers, graphs of quadratic equations, including the use of the
graphing calculator in conjunction with "normal" graphing techniques, sequences,
permutations. Each chapter usually includes the solving of verbal problems
utilizing the newly-mastered skills. The new Ohio Math Model also mandates that
we intensify investigating, forming strategy and arriving at logical,
understandable conclusions.
Senior Math
Senior Year 1 Credit--Full Year
This course is designed for the college bound student who wants to review and
sharpen their math skills, and who has had the 3 required courses for
graduation. This course will hopefully enable the student to place higher on
college placement tests (and may help you place out of math altogether,
depending on your major), and should improve ACT scores. Students will develop a
more solid foundation in math which will help in life, on the job, and in any
future math coursework.
Advanced Math (Pre-Calc and Trig)
Prerequisite: C average in Algebra II and Geometry
This course requires technology in the form of a graphing calculator. The course
reviews and extends many topics from Algebra II, including linear and quadratic
functions. It also deals with transformations of familiar functions and solving
higher order polynomials. The course will review and extend the trigonometry
that was introduced in Geometry as well as introduce various other topics of
trigonometry including the unit circle, identities, the graphs of trig
functions, and trigonometric equations.
Calculus
Prerequisite: C in Alg. II or Teacher Approval, Trig 1 Credit--Full Year
This course surveys the best achievements of the human mind. It is a sample of
the concerns of collegiate mathematics and provides a running start opening
doors normally closed to college freshmen. The beginning deals with conic
sections and curves, circular functions, derivatives and applications of
derivatives. The course then proceeds to integration, continuity and limits.
Application of derivative and differential are taught. Graphs and definite
integrals are studied. If time allows, logarithmic and exponential function and
polar coordinates are investigated.
SCIENCE
Physical Science
Freshman Year 1 Credit-Full Year
This science course deals with the major topics of science. Several labs and
class demonstrations will be done to enhance the student’s learning. Major
topics include: matter, elements, energy, forces, electricity, fuels, motion,
simple machines, and friction. Basic concepts are stressed with some problem
solving involved. This does satisfy college-prep lab science requirements.
Basic Biology
Sophomore Year 1 Credit-- Full Year
A class designed to meet the general education requirements to complete the
second level of science coursework. The content of the class will be an
extensive discussion of biological and ecological topics. The student will be
dealing with topics of heredity, human biology, ocean life, ecology, and general
topics of technology as it relates to science. A full year course with one
credit given.
Biology
Prerequisite: C in Science 9 or Teacher Approval 1 Credit--Full Year
A general course in the study of living things. The first semester deals
primarily with general biological processes and principles. The second semester
covers biological explorations in great detail with several dissections
required. The lab work employs studies using the compound microscope, various
collections, dissections, and some plant work.
Anatomy & Physiology
1 Credit--Full Year
Advanced course in biology discussing both general and specific biological
processes. Emphasis is on human anatomy and physiology with an in-depth study of
the ten body systems both structurally and functionally. Vocabulary is stressed
and word understanding is used throughout the course.
Basic Chemistry
Prerequisite: Biology or Science 10 1 Credit-Full Year
A general overview of Chemistry, this course covers all the basics but does not
require as much math. Laboratory work is stressed with students being provided
much hands-on time to see, first hand, chemical reactions. Problem solving is
stressed. This course satisfies the college prep requirement for a lab science
and prepares students to enter careers in tech schools, nursing schools, or in
the health professions.
Chemistry
Prerequisite: B in Algebra I or Teacher Approval 1 Credit--Full Year
This is a lab science course that deals with matter and the reactions and
characteristics of atoms, elements, and compounds. An in-depth look at the
reasons why chemical processes occur and the driving forces behind them is
examined. Laboratory work is stressed with students being provided much hands-on
time to see, first hand, chemical reactions. Problem solving is stressed and
logical thinking is stimulated. Good analytical math skills are needed and
further developed. Requires extra pd 2 x wk for lab.
Physics
Prerequisite: B in Algebra I and Geometry or Teacher Approval, and Chemistry 1
Credit--Full Year
Logical and mathematical approach to solving problems in electricity, magnetism,
heat and sound, and light and motion. Laboratory work is included for all areas.
Special project labs are conducted each 9-weeks.
Requires extra pd 2 x wk for lab.
SOCIAL STUDIES
US and the World 9
Freshman Year--Required--Class of 2005 1 Credit--Full Year
A study of major world and US events from 1815-1919.
US and the World 10
Sophomore Year--Required--class of 2005 1 Credit --Full Year
A study of major world and US events from 1919-Present.
World War II
Junior/Senior Year 1/2 Credit
American Government/Economics
Senior Year 1 Credit-Full Year
A study of the structure and function of the American Government today. Separate
units deal in depth with: Social problems- -crime, censorship, etc., tax
returns, labor unions, comparison of American Democracy with other existing
world governments. Background in World History, American History, Sociology and
Consumer Education would be helpful.
Sociology
Junior/Senior Year 1/2 Credit-Half Year
Sociology is the study of man's behavior in regard to how he interacts with
other people in society. Areas studied are urban problems, changes in society,
poverty, etc.
Psychology
Seniors 1 Credit-Full Year
To gain an understanding of the
basic concepts and principles in the diversified field of psychology. Topics
covered include sensation, perception, consciousness, learning, memory,
cognition, intelligence, motivation, emotion, child development, adolescence,
adulthood, personality, the brain, and psychological disorders.
FOREIGN LANGUAGE
Spanish I
8th graders must have recommendation of English teacher 1 Credit-Full Year
The emphasis in this introductory course is on listening, speaking and reading abilities. Vocabulary acquisition is an important part of the Spanish I course. Basic verb structures and conjugations are studied. The basic objective of the course is to personalize Spanish so that each student is able to express one's thoughts in Spanish. It is strongly recommended that students have a B average in English to take Spanish.
Spanish II
C or above in Spanish I required 1 Credit-Full Year
Spanish II is the continuation of Spanish I with added emphasis on reading and writing. More vocabulary and advanced verb tenses are presented. The students are encouraged to orally express themselves.
Spanish III
C or above in Spanish II required 1 Credit-Full Year
In Spanish III the most complex grammar forms are studied. All skill areas, listening, speaking, reading, and writing are further developed. The class will be primarily conducted in Spanish. Improving conversational skills will be emphasized. Students will be writing multi-paragraph compositions and reading short stories and excerpts from novels.
Spanish IV
C or above in Spanish III required 1 Credit-Full Year
En este curso, los estudiantes leerán cuentos y novelas. Escribirán los informes y los ensayos. Harán proyectos sobre aspectos de cultura. Conversaremos en español La clase es enseñada en español.
BUSINESS EDUCATION
Computers I
Prerequisite: Keyboarding 1/2 Credit--Half Year
This course will provide an introduction to computers, what tasks they are and are not capable of performing, and a basic understanding of the component parts of a microcomputer system and file management. Topics covered during this one semester course will be introduction to software application in the areas of word processing, data base management, spreadsheets/graphs, graphics, internet, presentation, and personal information management. Students will be introduced to the very basics of Adobe Photoshop.
Computers II
Prerequisite: Computers I 1/2 Credit--Half Year
This one semester course will encompass extensive intermediate levels of using the word processor, data base, graphics, and spreadsheet. Computers II will explore Photoshop in greater detail than in the earlier course and will use the various components in media player. Students will be introduced to Windows Movie Maker.
Computers III
Prerequisite: Computers II 1/2 Credit--Half Year
This one semester course will encompass advanced levels of using the word processor, data base, graphics, and spreadsheets. Continuation of advanced techniques will be applied in Adobe Photoshop. The students will be introduced to Adobe Illustrator and Adobe Acrobat. Students will create a short project in Windows Movie Maker.
Computers IV
Prerequisite: Computers III 1/2 Credit--Half Year
An emphasis on application type projects is the heart of this course. Computers IV will review and apply advanced Microsoft Office Suite applications but will be devoted primarily to Adobe Creative Suite 2. Adobe CS2 includes: Photoshop CS2, Illustrator CS2, In-Design CS2, Go-LiveCS2, Acrobat 7.0, Designer 7.0, and Image Ready. Adobe Premiere Elements will also be used to edit digital video.
Marketing Strategies
Juniors and Seniors 1/2 Credit-Half Year
This course will provide a broad overview of marketing. Students will see how products progress through the channels of distribution to the promotional phase of marketing strategies. They will also examine how new products are determined and how well-known entrepreneurs have applied successful marketing techniques. Students will develop at least one project that applies the nine functions of marketing. The course will be geared to the college bound student.
General Business
Freshmen and Sophomores only 1 Credit-Full Year
The major purpose of General Business is to improve economic citizenship. The
course includes the study of the American Business system, the building of
skills in selecting the goods and services, and developing competency in
managing personal business affairs. The student will operate his/her own
business in an actual town setting.
Accounting I
Juniors, Seniors 1 Credit-Full Year
Basic theory of bookkeeping, using double entry method. Journalization of
business transactions. Journals, work sheets, income statements, capital
statements, and balance sheets. Payroll records, taxes, and data processing.
Provides definite opportunities to learn the language and the problems of
business. Equips one to become a bookkeeper. Helps a student discover whether he
has an aptitude for accounting as a profession. Recommended for Juniors and
Seniors.
Accounting II
Prerequisite: C in Accounting I or Teacher Approval 1 Credit-Full Year
This second year course is specifically vocational and career-oriented. The
student will be equipped to become a bookkeeper or an accountant's assistant
upon graduation from high school. The student will acquire competence to go to
college and major in accounting, marketing management, or some other phase of
business administration. The student will work on a computer using a specialized
accounting program. The individual will know more about business procedures and
business records than could be learned in a first-year course so that, as a
future proprietor or manager, he/she can direct or interpret proper business
records.
Business Law
Juniors and Seniors 1/2 Credit-Half Year
This class will examine the relationship of business and law including student
rights and responsibilities, divisions of law, contracts, and employment rights.
Activities will include case studies and a mock trial. The course will be geared
to the college bound student.
Personal Finance
Juniors and Seniors 1/2 Credit-Half Year
Students will develop a personalized financial plan by applying strategies in
the areas of: cash-flow management, debt management, risk management, investment
planning, asset allocation, and pension planning. Students will be given the
opportunity to work independently on projects as well as a part of a team, which
will allow them to gain an in-depth understanding of the need of planning for
their financial future. Designed for upperclassmen.
Yearbook
Extra Curricular – not for credit
Few classes or activities offer the diverse skills that are gained from working
on the yearbook:
Journalistic Skills Concept, reporting, writing, photography, graphic design,
business, publications law
Technology Skills Computer hardware and software, word processing, desktop
publishing, digital imaging
Life Skills Communication, people management, time management, project
management, problem solving.
INDUSTRIAL ARTS
Industrial Arts I
Limited to 15 students 1 Credit-Full Year
The class shall be an introductory course in machine woodworking with all work
related to the care and safe operation of all machines and tools available in
the Industrial Arts Department. There will be four required projects with 60% of
the year spent in lab and 40% of the year spent in classroom work.
Industrial Arts II
Limited to 15 students 1 Credit-Full Year
Prerequisite: Industrial Arts I or Teacher Approval
This second year program shall be divided into three areas.
1. Study of basic electricity--one 9-week period.
2. Advanced construction with a study of fasteners and specialized woodworking
techniques dealing with
construction--two 9-week periods.
3. Small Engine Repair-Students are required to bring in a 4 cycle gasoline
engine that will be disassembled and studied in relationship to an automobile
engine. Students will then attempt to make their engines operable--one 9-week
period.
Basic Repair and Technology Discovery
Junior/Senior Year No prerequisites! 1/2 Credit-Half Year
This is a course designed to help the student understand the basic fundamentals
of electricity, plumbing, and home repair. The student will develop a basic
knowledge in each area with coursework, projects, and troubleshooting. This
course is designed as an introduction to Industrial Technology. Also, the course
is designed to delve into the evolution of technology in the three areas. The
student will have the opportunity to research and use some of the technology
that has evolved over the years. This course is 60% lab work and 40% classroom
instruction.
Small Engines
Prerequisite: Ind Arts I or Teacher Recommendation 1/2 credit/Half Year
This course is designed to teach students about small engines up to 5 HP. It is
a lab-based class that will lead the student from simple maintenance of small
engines, assembly and disassembly, to advanced gearing, boring and tuning. In
the end, the student will construct their own small engine from start to finish.
This course is a 70% lab, 30% class work course.
Industrial Arts III
Prerequisite: Industrial Arts I 1-Credit-Full Year
Limited to 10 students
This will be an advanced woodworking course with emphasis on design, planning,
and construction of advanced woodworking projects. For each project, students
will be expected to design a complete set of working drawings, prepare a bill of
material, make a plan procedure, and do the actual construction. There will be
time for independent study. This course will be a laboratory oriented class with
grade evaluation being primarily on a subjective basis.
Web/Graphic Design
Junior/Senior year 1/2 credit/Half Year
This is an introductory course designed to learn the basics of graphic design,
scanning, file management, and how to use Adobe and other programs designed for
completion of creative projects. This course is also a fundamental course in Web
Design and Development. The student, through a series of lectures, practice, and
practical exercise, will use HTML and other programs to develop and implement
their own web design.
Drafting
Junior/Senior year 1-Credit-Full Year
No prior Industrial Arts courses are required. A beginning course in Technical
Drawing which shall include the following units: Mechanical Drawing, Lettering,
Geometry of Technical Drawing, Dimensioning, Sectional Drawing, Auxiliary
Drawing, Working Drawings, and CAD (Computer Aided Drafting). Individual
projects of Architectural design may also be included as time is available.
FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCES EDUCATION
Personal Development
1/2 Credit--Half Year
A one semester course focusing on practical problems related to taking
responsibility for self and others, building self-esteem, building relationships
with family and peers, managing stress and conflict, and planning for future
careers.
Nutrition and Wellness
1/2 Credit--Half Year
A one semester course focusing on practical problems related to making choices
that promote wellness and good health, evaluating and controlling influences on
food choices, obtaining and storing food, preparing and serving nutritious meals
and snacks, and selecting and using equipment for food preparation.
Parenting
1/2 Credit--Half Year
A one semester course focusing on practical problems related to parenting roles
and responsibilities; taking responsibility for personal growth within the
parenting role; preparing for parenthood; meeting developmental needs of
children and adolescents; building positive parent-child relationships; using
guidance and discipline to promote self-discipline, self-esteem, and socially
responsible behavior in children and adolescents, accessing sources of parenting
information, support and assistance; and planning ways that families ad society
can share in nurturing children and adolescents.
Life Planning
1/2 Credit--Half Year
A one semester course focusing on practical problems related to developing a
life-management plan for life beyond high school, caring for self and others,
building and maintaining constructive interpersonal relationships and strong,
functional families, planning to assure career success, and coordinating
personal and career responsibilities.
Sewing for Self & Home I and II
1/2 Credit--Half Year
A special one semester course focusing on clothing selection, construction,
fashion and consumerism. Also included, may be some sewing for the home. The
class will be tailored to the individuals needs. you must want to better your
skills in these areas to sign up for the class. There will be a monetary cost to
this class depending on what projects you decide to pursue.
AGRICULTURE EDUCATION
Agricultural Education I
Freshmen & Sophomores 1 1/4 Credits--Full Year
This course deals with an introduction to the industry of agriculture. The major
areas of study are plant science and agricultural engineering. Topics of study
in plant science include lawn maintenance, soil science, crop development,
fertilizer use, weed control, pest management and hydroponics. Agricultural
engineering studies include drafting, wood working and metal fabrication. Other
areas of study include aqua culture, learning about the FFA, parliamentary
procedure, public speaking and leadership development. FFA participation is
mandatory. The extra 1/4 credit is for Supervised Agricultural Experience (SAE)
projects set up on an individual basis. This course will provide 1/2 credit of
plant science. Class fees will be required to cover the cost of shop supplies
and FFA dues.
Agricultural Education II
Freshmen & Sophomores 1 1/4 Credits--Full Year
This course deals with animal science and agricultural engineering. Animal
science topics include animal nutrition, genetics & breeding, animal health care
& management, livestock evaluation & selection, carcass evaluation and wildlife
management. Agricultural engineering topics include advanced metal fabrication,
welding and small engines. Additional areas of study include advanced public
speaking, advanced parliamentary procedure and forestry. FFA participation is
mandatory. The extra 1/4 credit is for Supervised Agricultural Experience (SAE)
projects set up on an individual basis. This course will provide 1/2 credit of
animal science. Class fees will be required to cover the cost of shop supplies
and FFA dues.
Agricultural Education III
Juniors 1 1/4 Credits--Full Year
This course includes studies in diesel mechanics, principles of machine
operations, electricity, concrete construction, plumbing and grain handling.
Also included are economic studies on personal finance management, credit
establishment and commodity marketing. FFA participation is mandatory. The extra
1/4 credit is for Supervised Agricultural Experience (SAE) projects set up on an
individual basis. Class fees will be required to cover the cost of shop supplies
and FFA dues.
Agricultural Education IV
1 1/4 Credit--Full Year
This course is for seniors. This class will focus on the study of agribusiness,
agricultural careers, job interviewing, insurance, taxes and agricultural
finance. Other topics include advanced agricultural engineering, farm planning &
design, food science, agricultural issues and presentation methods. FFA
participation is mandatory. The extra 1/4 credit is for Supervised Agricultural
Experience (SAE) projects set up on an individual basis. Class fees will be
required to cover the cost of shop supplies and FFA dues.
ART – All One Credit – Full Year
Art I
An introductory course in which students become familiar with the elements and
principles of art. One and two point perspective, still life drawing, charcoal
techniques, mixing and application of color, clay slab building, choosing a
glaze and graphic layout are covered. Ancient art through medieval is surveyed.
Art II
This course builds on the foundation of Art I. More in depth study of
composition, drawing techniques, and work with color are covered as well as 3D
design in paper, clay coil method, basketry, fabric dying, and block printing.
Painting objects on canvas will be introduced, and works of Realism and
Impressionism will be studied. Prerequisite: Art I.
Art III
Covered are figure drawing, problems in composition, working with a focal point,
#D design in wood, wire, plaster; landscape painting techniques, silk screen
printing, ceramic drape molding with spouts and handles, pottery wheel
production. Pop and Op are considered. Prerequisite: Art II.
Art IV
This class is for the student who has a lively interest in the arts or is
considering an art field career. Some of the work undertaken will be action
figures in drawing, multimedia, mold-making and casting, ceramic combinations,
wax resist glazing. Surrealism and Expressionism will be emphasized. Each
student will produce a portfolio of works on a CD. Prerequisite: Art III.
MUSIC
Band
1 Credit-Full Year
Prerequisite: A student should have prior experience on a musical instrument and
have the consent of the director.
Membership in the band entails participating in two major areas, Marching Band
and Concert Band with opportunities to perform in other ensembles.
Marching Band requirements are: 1) summer band camp before school starts; 2) one
or two night rehearsals per week during the fall season, attendance is
mandatory; 3) attendance at all varsity football games; 4) attendance at all
local parades including Halloween, Memorial Day, and the Peony Festival; and 5)
attendance at all performances on yearly calendar.
Concert Band requirements are: 1) attendance at all concerts on yearly calendar,
2) attendance at Band Contest. Members are responsible for performing at these
events to receive credit.
Concert Choir
1/2 Credit-Full Year Popular, sacred, and secular vocal music with two, three,
and four part harmony representing all periods and styles is performed. Members
perform at school assemblies, traditional concerts, contests, and occasionally
at community service centers. Members are responsible for performing at these
events to receive credit. The choir may be divided into girls and boys choruses
if feasible.
PHYSICAL EDUCATION
Physical Education
Freshman Year 1/4 Credit--Half Year
Sophomore Year 1/4 Credit--Half Year
The purpose of education is to develop a well-rounded individual to fit into our
society. This means physically as well as mentally, socially, and emotionally.
Physical education is more that 10 - 15 minutes of calisthenics to develop
muscles and coordination. Physical education provides a means of (1) relieving
tensions which have built up, (2) participating in team activities and thus
learning how to get along with others and to work with others toward a common
goal, (3) developing skills, (4) participating and learning activities which the
student can enjoy after he graduates.
Today's physical education classes provide more than the typical team sports
such as basketball, football, and softball, which in the past were synonymous
with physical education.
Other Activities
1. Table Tennis 6. Golf
2. Badminton 7. Soccer
3. Pickle ball 8. Tennis
4. Volleyball 9. Hockey
5. Bowling 10. Roller Skating
Health
Freshman Year 1/2 Credit--Half Year
Health units will involve learning how the social, emotional, physical, and
mental areas of health are interrelated in life. Units include: personality,
mental health and mental illness, stress, suicide, death and dying, alcohol and
drugs, smoking, human sexuality, family, dating and marriage, venereal diseases,
child abuse, problem solving, diet and weight control, and fitness.
Fitness for Life
Junior Year/Senior Year 1/4 Credit--Half Year
Prerequisite: B Average in past PE course
Students will continue to develop lifetime physical activity skills such as in
volleyball, bowling, tennis, golf, etc. Students may travel to other sites for
some of these activities.