PREFACE

Agriculture Operations

Prerequisite: Introduction to Agriculture & Agriculture Science

Recommendations: None

Duration: 2 semesters Credit: 1 for the class and 0.5 for their record books

Grade Level: 11, 12

Course Description: In this course students will develop skills related to mechanics. Students will study and work on internal combustion engines and develop mechanical skills in the analysis of an engine and use of tools. Students will also study crop fertilizers and figure fertilizer formulas for specific crops. Additional areas of study include the theory, running and use of electric motors; study of electricity, drawing schematics, wiring circuits using switches, lights and outlets; students will be taught surveying skills in which they will use survey equipment and perform differential and profile surveys, take notes and solve survey problems; students will also be taught about legal land description, how to read a Platt book figure land acreage.

Cross Curriculum: Science and Math

State Goals: 7.B.5, 7.A.4b, 17.A.5, 11.A.5d, 12.B.4a

Agriculture Business Management

Prerequisite: Introduction to Agriculture

Recommendations: Desire to learn financial topics.

Duration: 1 semester Credit: 1 for the class and 0.5 for their record books

Grade Level: 12 (Dual Credit Agreement with Kaskaskia College for 1 credit hours)

Course Description: This final agricultural course which has a major emphasis on the business relationship to agriculture and product marketing. Major topics will include: organizing business, business structures, financial statements, studying the grain and wheat markets/Chicago Board of Trade, using commodity futures, sources of credit, insurance, and laws in agriculture. Careers in agriculture are discussed and researched.

Cross Curriculum: Math

State Goals: 6.D.5, 6.B.4, 7.C.4c, 7.A.4b, 10.A.4a, 13.B.4e

Agriculture Power Mechanics I

Prerequisite: None

Recommendations: Enjoy working with hands and have good hand eye coordination.

Duration: 1 semester Credit: 0.5

Grade Level: 12

Course Description: This course focuses on small engine power mechanics as well as agribusiness management skills. Major units of study include: all theories of engine operation; careers exploration of this agriculture power field; major engine overhaul procedures including knowledge of tools used in the process; proper engine maintenance and troubleshooting will be discussed. Student is responsible for bringing in at least one motor to work on in the class.

Cross Curriculum: None

State Goals: 11.A.5a, 1.C.4c, 13.B.5b, 12.C.5a, 11.B.5a

Agriculture Power Mechanics II

Prerequisite: None

Recommendations: Enjoy working with hands and have good hand eye coordination.

Duration: 1 semester Credit: 0.5

Grade Level: 12 (Or special permission from the instructor)

Course Description: This course will focus on power mechanics for automobiles. Major units of study will include: power transfer systems; cylinder engine overhaul; engine repairs tools and careers in this Ag mechanic related field; all major theories of engine operation will be taught along with proper maintenance and problem trouble shooting of motors and vehicle parts. After completion of course, students should have a good understanding of working conditions, employability skills needed, earning potential, and job opportunities in this career field.

Cross Curriculum: None

State Goals: 1.C.4c, 13.A.5a, 13.b.5b, 13.B.5e, 5.A.4b

Agriculture Mechanics & Technology (Welding)

Prerequisite: None

Recommendations: Like working with hands in an Ag shop environment.

Duration: 2 semesters Credit: 1

Grade Level: 11, 12

Course Description: This training level class will expand student knowledge and experience with welding and cutting of metals. Units of study will include: welding and cutting with the oxyacetylene setup, welding with a MIG welder, welding with an arc welder, and cutting with a plasma cutter. This course is heavy with shop related activities and special protective equipment must be purchased by the student to use in the class.

Cross Curriculum: None

State Goals: 1.C.4c, 12.C.5b, 13.A.5a, 13.B.5b, 13.B.5e

Business

Keyboarding & Computer Applications

Prerequisite: None

Recommendations: None

Duration: 1 semester Credit: 0.5 (Dual Credit agreement with Kaskaskia College for 3 credit hours)

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12

Course Description: This required course is designed to develop basic skills in keyboarding techniques, word processing basics, spreadsheet basics, and use of the Internet. Units of study will include: develop touch systems techniques, speed and accuracy of keying, formatting of documents such as memos, letters, reports, and tables integrating features in Microsoft Word 2007, Microsoft Excel 2007, and basic Internet skills. During the second half of the course, major emphasis is placed on formatting documents, improving proofreading skills, and increasing speed and accuracy.

Cross Curriculum: Language Arts

State Goals: 3.A.5, 1.A.5a, 1.A.5b, 1.B.5a

Marketing (B224)

Prerequisite: Keyboarding & Computer Applications, Computer Concepts I

Recommendations: None

Duration: 1 semester Credit: 0.5

Grade Level: 11, 12

Course Description: Students will learn marketing procedures and methods, which are important in the marketing decision-making process. Through this class students will learn about the many aspects of owning and managing a business. All aspects of forming a business, selling stock, pricing merchandise, marketing and distributing a product, keeping financial records, and economical considerations will be included. Students will obtain practical experience through the experience of hands-on projects and in-class simulations, which allow students to apply the principles of marketing.

Cross Curriculum: Language Arts

State Goals: 1.A.5a, 1.A.5b, 1.B.5a, 1.C.5c, 1.C.5d, 1.C.5d, 1.C.5f, 3.B.5, 3.C.5a, 4.B.5a, 4.B.5b, 5.C.5a

Business Law

Prerequisite: None

Recommendations: None

Duration: 1 semester Credit: 0.5

Grade Level: 10, 11, 12

Course Description: This class will allow students to explore the foundations of business law, while introducing some personal law topics that effect students. Instruction will include topics such as contracts, criminal law, consumer protection, will/estates, property law, unions, commercial paper, and credit obligations. Case studies will be analyzed and researched to correspond with topics discussed in class.

Cross Curriculum: Language Arts

State Goals: 1.A.5a, 1.A.5b, 1.B.5a, 1.C.5c, 1.C.5d, 1.C.5d, 1.C.5f, 3.B.5, 3.C.5a, 4.B.5a, 4.B.5b, 5.C.5a

Computer Concepts I (B202)

Prerequisite: Keyboarding & Computer Applications

Recommendations: Should have received a “C” or better in Keyboarding & Computer Applications

Duration: 1 semester Credit: 0.5

Grade level: 9, 10, 11, 12

Course Description: Computer Concepts I is an orientation-level course designed to develop awareness and understanding of application software and equipment used by employees to perform tasks in business, marketing, and management. Students will apply problem-solving skills to hands-on, real-life situations using a variety of software applications such as Microsoft Windows XP, Microsoft Word 2007, Microsoft Excel 2007, Microsoft Access 2007, Microsoft PowerPoint 2007, Microsoft Outlook 2007, and integration of the applications. Students will use Microsoft Office as a tool to complete lab applications.

Cross Curriculum: Language Arts and Mathematics

State Goals: 1.C.5f., 1.B.5d, 3.B.5

Computer Concepts II (Information Processing IA - B214A)

Prerequisite: Keyboarding & Computer Applications, Computer Concepts I

Recommendations: Should have received a “C” or better in Keyboarding & Computer Applications

Duration: 1 semester Credit: 0.5

Grade level: 10, 11, 12

Course Description: Computer Concepts II is a skill-level course that includes the concepts and terminology related to the people, equipment, and procedures of information processing as well as skill development in the use of information processing. This course provides advanced instruction and offers an in-depth presentation to Microsoft Word 2007, Microsoft Excel 2007, Microsoft Access 2007, Microsoft PowerPoint 2007, Microsoft Outlook 2007, and Microsoft 2007 Integration. Form letters, newsletters, financial functions, querying, presentations, information graphics, SmartArt diagrams and managing calendars will be applications prepared for professional and personal use. Workplace skills as well as communication skills (thinking, listening, composing, revising, editing, and speaking) will be taught and integrated throughout this course.

Cross Curriculum: Language Arts and Mathematics

State Goals: 1.A.5a, 1.A.5b, 1.C.5a, 1.C.4a, 3.A.5, 3.B.5, 3.C.5a, 3.c.5b, 4.A.4a, 4.A.5a, 4.A.5b, 5.C.4a, 6.A.5, 6.D.4, 10.A.5, 11.A.5e

Computer Concepts III (Information Processing IIA - B215A)

Prerequisite: Keyboarding & Computer Applications, Computer Concepts I, and Computer Concepts II

Recommendations: Should have received a “C” or better in Keyboarding & Computer Applications

Duration: 1 semester Credit: 0.5

Grade level: 11, 12

Course Description: This course provides post-advanced instruction utilizing the Microsoft Office 2007 suite. Documents will be developed with various multimedia enhancements. Students will use sharing tools, create an online form, use macros and visual basic applications, pivot tables, and advanced report techniques. Accuracy will be emphasized. Workplace skills as well as communication skills will be taught and integrated throughout this course.

Cross Curriculum: Language Arts & Mathematics

State Goals: 1.A.5a, 2.B.5b, 4.A.4c, 6.B.4, 6.C.4, 6.D.4, 6.D.5, 7.A.5, 7.B.4, 7.B.5, 7.C.4b, 7.C.5a, 9.A.5, 9.B.5, 9.c.5b.

Web Design I (Information Processing IB - B214B)

Prerequisite: Keyboarding & Computer Applications, Computer Concepts I

Recommendations: None

Duration: 1 semester Credit: 0.5 (Dual Credit agreement with Kaskaskia College for 3 credit hours)

Grade level: 10, 11, 12

Course Description: Web Design I is a skill-level course that includes the concepts and terminology related to the people, equipment, and procedures of information processing as well as skill development in the use of information processing. This course provides an overview of planning, designing, creating, editing and publishing web-based pages and entire web sites. Instruction of HTML Coding as well as Dreamweaver and Photo-editing software will be introduced. Using graphics and images, forms, templates, frames, sound, video, flash and animation are topics to be explored. Workplace skills as well as communication skills (thinking, listening, composing, revising, editing, and speaking) will be taught and integrated throughout this course.

Cross Curriculum: Computer Concepts I & II, Keyboarding & Computer Applications, Language Arts, & Mathematics

State Goals: 4.A.4a, 4.A.5a, 4.A.5b, 4.B.5a, 4.B.5b, 4.B.5c, 5.C.5a, 5.B.5b, 5.A.5a, 5.A.5b

Web Design II (Information Processing IIB - B215B)

Prerequisite: Keyboarding & Computer Applications, Computer Concepts I, Web Design I

Recommendations: None

Duration: 1 semester Credit: 0.5

Grade level: 10, 11, 12

Course Description: This course continues to develop an overview of planning, designing, creating, editing and publishing web-based pages and entire web sites. Review of HTML Coding as well as Dreamweaver and Photo-editing software will be further explored. Students will create, maintain and publish pages associated with the www.centralcougars.org website. Advanced Instruction will include: Using Graphics and Images in Web Page Design, the use of color, creating and using interactive forms, sound and video, Flash, Fireworks, and Animation. Students will apply proper grammar, punctuation, spelling and proofreading practices to documents and reports. Accuracy will be emphasized. Workplace skills as well as communication skills will be taught and integrated throughout this course.

Cross Curriculum: Computer Concepts I & II, Keyboarding & Computer Applications, Language Arts, & Mathematics

State Goals: 4.A.4a, 4.A.5a, 4.A.5b, 4.B.5a, 4.B.5b, 4.B.5c, 5.C.5a, 5.B.5b, 5.A.5a, 5.A.5b

Accounting I (B204)

Prerequisite: Keyboarding & Computer Applications, Computer Concepts I

Recommendations: None

Duration: 2 semesters Credit: 1

Grade level: 11, 12

Course Description: Accounting I is a skill level course that is of value to all students pursuing a strong background in business, marketing, and management. This course includes planned learning experiences that develop initial and basic skills using systematically computing, classifying, recording, verifying and maintaining numerical data involved in financial and product control records including paying and receiving money. Instruction includes information on keeping financial records, summarizing them for convenient interpretation, and analyzing them to provide assistance to management for decision making. Accounting computer applications will be integrated throughout the course. In addition to stressing basic fundamentals and terminology of accounting, instruction will provide initial understanding of the preparation of budgets and financial reports, operation of related business machines and equipment, and career opportunities in the accounting field. Practice sets with business papers may be used to emphasize actual business records management.

Cross Curriculum: Economics, Mathematics, and Language Arts

State Goals: 14.E.5, 15.A.5a, 15.B.5a. 15.D.5a

Accounting II (B205)

Prerequisite: Keyboarding & Computer Applications, Computer Concepts I, Accounting I

Recommendations: None

Duration: 2 semesters Credit: 1 (Dual Credit agreement with Kaskaskia College for 3 credit hours)

Grade level: 12

Course Description: This full year course builds on skills learned in Accounting I. It is designed to help students develop a deeper knowledge of the principles of accounting and advanced accounting skills. Students will study cost accounting, tax accounting, payroll accounting, business organizations (partnerships, corporations, and branches), managerial accounting, preparing financial reports and budget. Students will use computers and accounting software to learn to utilize a computerized accounting system.

Cross Curriculum: None

State Goals: 1.B.5a, 1.C.5b, 1.C.5d

DRIVER EDUCATION

Driver Education

Duration: 1 Quarter

Credits: 1/2

Class Description: This class is designed to provide the student with the basic knowledge of vehicle operation, traffic laws, and basic maintenance of the vehicle. Vehicle operation will include maneuvering skills as well as skills in cooperating with other drivers. Vehicle maintenance includes service checks normally performed during service station stops. Driving phase of the program will provide students a minimum of six hours of instruction to include highway, expressway, and city driving. The rules of the Road and the Illinois Vehicle Code Manual are used as supplements to the traffic law curriculum.

Recommendations: None

Cross Curriculum: Auto Mechanics, Math, Geography, Consumer Education.

State Goals: There are no written state goals at this time.

FINE ARTS

Principles of Movement

Duration: 1 quarter

Credit: 1/4

Class Description: This course is a study of different historical dance periods and how they reflect societies past and present. The student will also perform several different dances and prepare a dance project to teach to the class.

Prerequisites: None

Recommendations: None

Cross Curriculum: Music, History, & P.E.

State Goals: 25.B.5, 26.B.4a, 27.B.4a, 27.b.4b

Introduction to Literature

Duration: 1 quarter

Credits: 1/4

Class Description: This class introduces freshmen to the world of theater. The class explores the development of drama in Europe and America through history and takes a look at selections from various eras, studying Antigone, Romeo and Juliet and a modern piece. Students consider the various elements of good dramatic writing--exposition, character, plot, and theme. Students look at the people and work involved in the staging of a play, requiring directors, actors, and designers who design sets/scenery, costumes, hair/make-up, lighting and sound.

Prerequisites: None

Recommendations: None

Cross Curriculum: English, History, and Art

State Goals: 25 A, 26 A, 27 A

Spanish III

Duration: 1 year

Credits: 1

Class Description: Spanish III allows the student to use the language more efficiently in oral communication and written assignments/presentations. Spanish III students will use the language to study and analyze current issues concerning environment, ecology, sociology, and politics with the help of audio-visual aids, readings, and the internet.

Prerequisites: Spanish I and Spanish II with a grade of “C” or better.

Recommendations: None

Cross Curriculum: None

State Goals: 28.A.3a, 28.A.3b, 28.B.3a, 28.B.3b, 28.B.3c

German I

Duration: 1 year

Credits: 1

Class Description: This introductory course will cover the basics of German. Vocabulary, everyday German expressions and pronunciation are emphasized to form a strong foundation in the language and promote conversational ability. Culture, history and geography of the German – speaking people are also studied.

Prerequisites: None

Recommendations: A solid background in English is helpful

Cross Curriculum: None

State Goals: 28, 29, 30

German II

Duration: 1 Year

Credits: 1 credit

Class Description: A continuation of German I. In this course students will focus on grammar, sentence structure, composition, reading comprehension and oral proficiency. Students will build on the fundamentals taught in German I and apply their knowledge of the language to the course work in German II. Culture, history, geography of the German – speaking people are covered in more details than in the previous course.

Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in German I

Recommendations: Good foundation in English grammar

Cross Curriculum: None

State Goals: 28, 29, 30

HEALTH OCCUPATIONS

Orientation to Health Science Technology

Prerequisite: None

Recommendations: None

Duration: 2 semesters Credit: 1

Grade Level: 10

Course Description: The main purpose for this class is to assist the student, who is interested in the health care to further develop his/her self-concept and match personal abilities to a tentative career choice in the health field. Units of instruction will provide information about various allied health careers, medical terminology, safety, communication skills, leadership development, interpersonal relationships, vocational ethics, problem solving and applied math. Computer literacy, job seeking skills, childhood disease and immunizations, nutrition, infection control, death & dying, abuse, and history of health care as well as current health care trends.

Cross Curriculum: None

State Goals: 19.C.4b, 21.A.4b, 21.B.4, 22.A.5c, 22.B.5, 23.B.5

Health Science Technology I

Prerequisite: None

Recommendations: None

Duration: 2 semesters Credit: 1.5 (Dual credit agreement with Kaskaskia College for 1 credit hour)

Grade Level: 11, 12

Course Description: This course consists of classroom and clinical aspects. Units of study include basic human anatomy and physiology of ten major body systems, safety, microorganisms, medical terminology, life stages, emergency care, and voluntarism. In the clinical setting, the student will receive experience in both acute and long term care settings.

Cross Curriculum: Science

State Goals: 22.B.5, 23.A.4, 23.B.4, 23.C.4, 19.B.5

Health Science Technology II

Prerequisite: Completion of or concurrently enrolled in Health Science Technology I.

Recommendations: Have completed a basic science course.

Duration: 2 semesters Credit: 2 (Dual credit agreement with Kaskaskia College for 7 credit hours)

Grade Level: 12

Course Description: This course is designed to provide instruction for the student to become eligible to write for the certifying examination for nurse assisting. Students participate in classroom, laboratory, and clinical experiences. Both acute and long term care is discussed. While at the clinical setting, the students are under the district supervision of the health science technology teacher. Units of study include: human anatomy and physiology in relation to the disease process, basic nursing care skills, legal and ethical aspects of healthcare, communication, teamwork, emergency care and medical terminology. Upon successful completion of the certification test, students will be recognized by the Department of Public Health as a certified nurse assistant.

Cross Curriculum: Biology and Math

State Goals: 21.A.5, 21.B.5, 22.A.5a, 23.C.5, 24.A.5, 24.B.5, 28.A.2b

Health Occupations Internship

Prerequisite: Health Science Technology I or Health Science Technology II

Recommendations: None

Duration: 1 semester Credit: 0.5

Grade Level: 11, 12

Course Description: This course enables the student to experience firsthand what the chosen health occupation involves in addition to the areas of instruction taught in the prerequisites course. The emphasis will be placed on communication, job seeking skills, and work ethics. If the students schedule allows, he/she may receive release time from the regular school day to participate in the course. In addition, participation may be on weekends, in evenings, and/or on holidays to yield a true school to work experience. An application will be completed prior to entry into the course. A written training agreement will be completed by the students, parents or guardians, teacher/coordinator, and the employer providing the internship.

Cross Curriculum: English and computers

State Goals: 24.A.5, 24.B.5, 24.C.5, 21.A.5, 21.B.5, 20.C.5c

Health Occupations Internship II

Prerequisite: Health Science Technology I or Health Science Technology II and Health Occupations Internship I

Recommendations: None

Duration: 1 semester Credit: 0.5

Grade Level: 11, 12

Course Description: This course is a continuation of the school to work experience as was listed in Internship I. Work times and requirements are the same as Internship I.

Cross Curriculum: English and computers

State Goals: 19.A.5, 20.B.5a, 21.A.5, 21.B.5

FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCES

Orientation to Family & Consumer Science

Prerequisite: None

Recommendations: None

Duration: 1 semester Credit: 0.5

Grade Level: 9, 10

Course Description: This is the suggested course for all Family & Consumer Science programs. It is designed to teach students about all of the occupational areas related to F.A.C.S.; Consumer Management, Foods, Nutrition, Food Service Occupations, Housing, Interior Design, Human Development, Interpersonal and family relationships, the world of duo roles of homemaker and worker, child development, adult care occupations, employability skills, and problem solving. The study of personality development will be interlaced with qualities sought by an employer in a prospective employee. Areas of study will include how to apply for a job, get it, and keep it.

Cross Curriculum: Math, Drafting, Geometry, and Science

State Goals: 6.B.4, 6.C.3a, 7.C.3a, 11.B.3b, 21.A.4c, 21.B.4, 23.B.4, 23.C.2a

Foods & Nutrition

Prerequisite: None

Recommendations: Orientation to F.A.C.S. or the permission of the instructor and administration

Duration: 1 semester Credit: 0.5

Grade Level: 9, 10

Course Description: The class will provide students with classroom and laboratory experiences needed to know and understand basic food principals and applied nutrition concepts for people of all ages. Some of the ideas to be presented in the class are as follows: proper safety and sanitation measures when preparing food, basic principles of cookery, cooking equipment, cooking terms, and preparation techniques to produce meals, proper serving techniques, and use of resources when planning, preparing, and serving food.

Cross Curriculum: English, Language Arts, Math

State Goals: 4.A.4a., 4.A.4b, 4.A.4c, 4.A.4d, 3.A.4, 6.D.4

Clothing & Textiles

Prerequisite: None

Recommendations: None

Duration: 1 semester Credit: 0.5

Grade Level: 9, 10

Course Description: This course is designed to help students develop knowledge, understanding, and experiences in fabric and textiles, their classification qualities and characteristics. The students will develop competencies in the following areas: caring for clothing products, selecting clothing and textiles, pattern alteration, layout, marking, pinning, cutting and construction techniques, repairing job and career using competencies related to clothing and textiles.

Cross Curriculum: Science, Math, Art

State Goals: 7.B.3, 21.A.4c

Child Development

Prerequisite: None

Recommendations: Orientation to F.A.C.S. or permission of the instructor and the administrator.

Duration: 1 semester Credit: 0.5

Grade Level: 10, 11, 12

Course Description: Child Development is geared toward helping students gain an understanding of children’s physical, intellectual, and social development from the prenatal stage through the school-age years. The areas of study will include the following: children in today’s world, prenatal development and the newborn, infants, toddlers, preschoolers, guiding and caring for children, and special concerns or problems with today’s children.

Cross Curriculum: None

State Goals: 24.A.4a, 24.A.4b, 23.C.4, 22.A.4c, 6.D.4, 4.A.4a

Living Environment

Prerequisite: None

Recommendations: Orientation to F.A.C.S. or permission of the instructor and the administrator. Drafting would be useful.

Duration: 1 semester Credit: 0.5

Grade Level: 11, 12

Course Description: Living Environment introduces students to the world of planning, building, decorating and landscaping a home. Some of the ideas presented are as follows: housing options available; explanation of the living, sleeping, and service areas of the home; selection of materials, furniture and treatments for the home; systems and elements of residential structures, climate control, exteriors, remodeling, landscaping, and job opportunities in the field of housing.

Cross Curriculum: Math, English, Art

State Goals: 1.B.5d, 1.B.4a, 4.A.4a, 4.A.4b, 6.B.4

Parenting

Prerequisite: None

Recommendations: Orientation to F.A.C.S. or permission of the instructor and the administrator.

Duration: 1 semester Credit: 0.5

Grade Level: 11, 12

Course Description: This course is designed to expose students to the responsibilities, problems, and satisfactions of parenthood. Stress prevention and management and the work of many community agencies that help parents deal with the various types of parenting crisis will be emphasized. Special emphasis will be placed on recognition of values, goals, standards, resources, and the development of the ability to seek solutions to parental and economic problems.

Cross Curriculum: English, Science, Health

State Goals: 12.A.4a, 19.A.4, 1.A.5a, 1.B.4c, 1.C.5d, 4.A.4a

Adult Living

Prerequisite: None

Recommendations: Orientation to F.A.C.S. or permission of the instructor and the administrator.

Duration: 1 semester Credit: 0.5

Grade Level: 11, 12

Course Description: Adult Living is designed to help the student explore all aspects of life: personal development, decisions affecting their future, lifestyles options and consequences, relationships with family and friends, marriage, parenting, balancing family and work, dealing with family crisis, and managing family living.

Cross Curriculum: English, Art, Math, Health

State Goals: 1.A.4b, 1.B.4c, 1.C.4b, 4.A.4a, 6.B.4, 20.C.5b

Child Care I

Prerequisite: Completed Child Development with at least a “C”, or permission of the instructor and the administrator.

Recommendations: Orientation to F.A.C.S.,

Duration: 2 semesters Credit: 1

Grade Level: 11, 12

Course Description: This class is a comprehensive course to make the student’s competent early childhood caregivers and teachers. This course will stress the competencies, qualities, and knowledge that are needed to help care for the young child. It is designed to provide students interested in child care occupations with information and experiences used in caring for children. The curriculum will cover the following topics: the children and you, creating a safe and healthy environment, guiding children, learning experiences for children, and characteristics of good child care programs. Hopefully, the student will gain an understanding of working with children by participation in the preschool lab at school.

Cross Curriculum: English, Math, Health

State Goals: 4.A.4b, 4.A.4c, 4.B.4a, 6.D.4, 19.C.4b, 21.b.4

Child Care II

Prerequisite: Child Development, Completed Child Care I with at least a “C”.or permission of the instructor and the administrator.

Recommendations: Orientation to F.A.C.S.,

Duration: 2 semesters Credit: 1

Grade Level: 12

Course Description: This course is designed to be a continuation of the Child Care I class. The emphasis will be placed on administration of a child care facility. Upon completion of the course, the student should be able to: work with young children, create a safe and healthy environment, discipline and guide young children, arrange space and activities areas, plan snacks and meals, plan and execute program activities for a child care centers curriculum, communicate to children, parents, and classroom teacher, and describe various types of early childhood programs available.

Cross Curriculum: English, Math, Health

State Goals: 4.A.4b, 4.A.4c, 4.B.4a, 6.D.4, 19.C.4b, 21.b.4

Child Care Supervision

Prerequisite: Child Care or currently enrolled in a Child Care I or II class.

Recommendations: None

Duration: 2 semesters Credit: 0.5

Grade Level: 11, 12

Course Description: This class is designed to coincide with the Child Care class. Students will supervise and plan activities with the preschool children. Students will also keep various records, sanitize, and do research on various child care topics.

Cross Curriculum: English, Math, Health

State Goals: 4.A.4b, 4.A.4c, 4.B.4a, 6.D.4, 19.C.4b, 21.b.4

Foods I (Food Service Occupations I)

Prerequisite: Foods and Nutrition, or permission from the instructor and administrator.

Recommendations: Orientation to F.A.C.S.,

Duration: 2 semesters Credit: 1

Grade Level: 11, 12

Course Description: This course is designed to provide students interested in careers in food services with information and practical experiences needed for the development of food service job related competencies. Units of study will include: following safety procedures, cleaning and sanitation, arranging service and serving guests, preparing garnishes, toppings, and fillings, preparing and serving food in quantity, preparing vegetable and sandwiches, preparing meats, poultry, and fish, good work habits, cake decorating, and measuring techniques.

Cross Curriculum: Health, Math, Science, Art

State Goals: 6.A.3, 13.A.1a, 21.A.4c

Foods II (Food Service Occupations II)

Prerequisite: Foods and Nutrition, Foods I, or permission from the instructor and administrator.

Recommendations: Orientation to F.A.C.S.

Duration: 1 semester Credit: .5

Grade Level: 12

Course Description: This advanced course in Food Service will continue developing the knowledge and skills begun in Foods I. Additional units of study will include: advanced safety procedures, cost control, preparing various food products, serving guest, management skills, human relations, canning and jelly-making.

Cross Curriculum: Health, Math, Science, Art

State Goals: 6.A.3, 13.A.1a, 21.A.4c

Desserts

Prerequisite: Foods and Nutrition, Foods I

Recommendations: Orientation to F.A.C.S.,

Duration: 1 semester Credit: 0.5

Grade Level: 12

Course Description: Information for this class will include a variety of desserts such as different kinds of cakes and frostings, pies, puddings, frozen desserts, cheesecakes, phylo desserts and puff pastry. Desserts is designed to be mainly a hands on class with a lot of baking experience relying on basic measuring techniques, sanitation, and equivalents learned in foods I.

Cross Curriculum: Health, Math, Science, Art

State Goals: 6.A.3, 13.A.1a, 21.A.4c

Management of Resources

Prerequisite: None

Recommendations: Completed an introductory business course.

Duration: 1 semester Credit: 0.5

Grade Level: 12

Course Description: This course is designed to teach students how to manage their personal resources by making informed choices in the marketplace. Units to be covered will include: consumer’s role in the economy, money management, banking services, investments, use of credit cards, types of insurance, understanding taxes, buying practices, and problems related to specific goods and services such as transportation, clothing, food, and housing.

Cross Curriculum: English, Math, Science, Social Science

State Goals: 4.A.4a, 6.B.4, 11.A.4c, 15.B.4a, 15.D.4b

Careers

Duration: 1 year

Credits: 1

Class Description: This course is a yearlong course designed to assist young adults to successfully transition from school to career. Main topics include: career development; career awareness; job attainment; job survival; work ethics; and personal skills. Students are also required to participate in community service hours or projects throughout the year.

Prerequisite: None. Open to juniors and seniors.

Cross Curriculum: English, Mathematics, Psychology, and Management of Resources.

State Goals: 1.B.5d, 3.C.5b, 4.B.5d, 6.D.5, 10.A.5, 21.B.5, 24.A.5

INDUSTRIAL EDUCATION

Introduction to Millwork

Prerequisite: None

Recommendations: Basic math is necessary

Duration: 1 semester Credit: 0.5

Grade Level: 9, 10

Course Description: The purpose of the course in to teach students direct use of machine tools and those processes used to construct cabinets and furniture. The proper and safe use of primary woodworking power tools and accessories is taught by students doing individual and group activities. The academic purpose of this course is for students to experience the construction of a multi-stepped project which is completed throughout the semester. By completing this project, students will understand how larger complex projects are completed one step at a time. Each student builds each part of a small furniture project or cabinet. The material for this project is paid for by the student and the project becomes their property.

Cross Curriculum: Math and Science

State Goals: 6.B.4, 6.D.4, 7.A.4a, 7.A.4b, 9.A.4a, 21.A.4c

Millwork I

Prerequisite: Introduction to Millwork with a grade of “C” or better.

Recommendations: An interest in working with tools.

Duration: 2 semesters Credit: 1

Grade Level: 11, 12

Course Description: In this course, students take the basic skills they learned in Introduction to Millwork and apply them to an individual project rather than a group project. Students choose a project based on their own wishes and, if approved, construct that project during the duration of the course. Acceptable projects may be two or three simple ones or one long-term project. Students learn and practice more advanced skills and practices in order to continue to grow more skillful in this craft.

Cross Curriculum: Math (especially Geometry)

State Goals: 6.B.4, 6.D.4, 7.A.4a, 7.C.4b, 21.A.4c, 26.B.5

Millwork II

Prerequisite: Millwork I with a grade of “C” or better.

Recommendations: An interest in working with their hands.

Duration: 2 semesters (2 class hours each day) Credit: 2

Grade Level: 12

Course Description: The individual projects must be more complex than Millwork I, therefore challenging to the student. Second, a large unit in manufacturing is implemented during the first semester. The purpose of this unit is to allow students to exercise their previously learned skills and learn about developing, marketing, and selling mass produced products. Students learn about business, manufacturing, engineering, management, quality control, and many other related activities.

Cross Curriculum: Math (especially Geometry)

State Goals: 6.B.4, 6.D.4, 7.A.4a, 7.C.4b, 7.B.4, 21.A.4c

Introduction to Industry

Prerequisite: None

Recommendations: None

Duration: 1 semester Credit: 0.5

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12

Course Description: This class will concentrate on four main areas: manufacturing, transportation, communications, and energy. The activities for each of the areas include studying the theoretical concepts and then tying a related kinesthetic hands-on activity to that concept area. Students will gain skills in using various hand and limited power tools in both individual activities and in mass produced activities.

Cross Curriculum: Math and Science

State Goals: 4.A.4a, 4.a.4b, 4.B.4b, 6.C.3a, 6.C.3c, 6.D.3

Introduction to Drafting

Prerequisite: None

Recommendations: It is critical that the student can use all of the basic math skills.

Duration: 1 semester Credit: 0.5

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12

Course Description: This class introduces the students to the fundamental concepts of drafting (mechanical drawing). Students will spend most of their time working on problems which are designed to be solved by graphic means. General areas of investigation are: line types, sketching, geometric construction, lettering, multi view drawings, and pictorial drawings. The end goal is for students to understand how to visualize three-dimensional objects and then communicate them on paper using industry standard techniques. Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) is introduced and used to some degree.

Cross Curriculum: Math (especially Geometry)

State Goals: 7.A.4a, 7.B.4, 7.C.4b, 7.C.4c

Drafting I

Prerequisite: Introduction to Drafting or approval from the instructor

Recommendations: A grade of “C” or better in Introduction to Drafting, Math/Algebra knowledge, and basic computer operation (Windows)

Duration: 2 semesters Credit: 1 (Dual Credit agreement with Kaskaskia College for 7 credit hours)

Grade Level: 10, 11, 12

Course Description: A dual credit course builds on the fundamentals of drafting. Successful students will have workable knowledge of most aspects of drafting used throughout industry. Such skill sets include: orthographic projection, auxiliary views, sections, dimensioning and tolerance, developments, architecture basics, and an introduction to several industry specific techniques. In addition, students are introduced to 3-Dimensional modeling. Students in this course will use AutoCAD 2010 software during the entire course. This program group is the most widely used general drafting/design software in the world.

Cross Curriculum: Math

State Goals: 7.A.4a, 7.B.4, 7.C.4b, 7.C.4c, 9.A.4b

Drafting II (Architectural Drafting & 3-Dimensional Modeling)

Prerequisite: Introduction to Drafting, Drafting I, or approval from the instructor

Recommendations: A grade of “C” or better in Introduction to Drafting and Drafting I. A strong knowledge of computer software Windows is important.

Duration: 2 semesters Credit: 1 (Dual Credit agreement with Kaskaskia College for 4 credit hours)

Grade Level: 11, 12

Course Description: This course focuses on the organizing of space needed to design a single family house. Students will use Architectural Desktop as their basic design tool. This course is divided into 3 major parts: the study of the 3 basic areas of a dwelling and their ergonomic aspects, the construction process of a typical house along with its nomenclature, and finally the development of a student designed house including the basic parts of the working drawing. Students will create a floor plan, elevation views, and 3-D models of the exterior and partial interiors.

Drafting has evolved into and integrated itself into state of the art computer technology. These powerful programs allow users to design objects in the three dimensions of space. By building on fundamentals of drafting concepts, students convert simple 2-dimensional, multi-view objects into integrated 3-D objects. These objects can be moved, tilted, rotated, have texture and materials added to the surface, as well as embedding these objects into backgrounds. Students use the latest version of AutoCAD 2010 as their design tool. This process is the current state of the process for designing items ranging from toothbrushes to bridges, skyscrapers, and commercial aircraft.

Cross Curriculum: Geometry, Algebra, Art

State Goals: 7.A.4a, 7.B.4, 7.C.4b, 7.C.4c, 9.A.4b, 9.B.5

LANGUAGE ARTS

English I

Duration: 1 year

Credits: 1

Class Description: Open to freshmen and students repeating the course. This full-year course focuses on a survey of literature in order to provide students with a variety of selections illustrating elements of short story, drama, poetry, non-fiction, and novel. Writing assignments, grammar activities, and vocabulary practice will be interspersed throughout the year. Students will also read essays pertaining to literature, honing critical reading and thinking skills.

Prerequisites: None

Recommendations: None

Cross Curriculum: Fine Arts

State Goals: 1.A.4a,b 1.B.4a-c, 1.C4a-e 2A4a-d 2.B4a-c, 3A4, 3B4a-c,4A4a-c, 5A4a, 5B4b

Honors English I

Duration: 1 year

Credits: 1

Class Description: Open to freshmen. This full-year course will focus on a survey of literature in order to provide students with a variety of selections illustrating elements of a short story, drama, poetry, non-fiction, and the novel. Writing assignments, grammar activities, and vocabulary practice will be interspersed throughout the year. Composition assignments will provide students an opportunity to practice the development of clear, well-organized writing. Students will also read essays pertaining to literature, honing critical reading and thinking skills, and report quarterly on books including fiction, non-fiction, and biography.

Prerequisites: Test scores and teacher recommendations from 8th grade.

Recommendations: None

Cross Curriculum: Fine Arts

State Goals: 1A4a,b 1B4a-c 1C4a-e 2A4a-d 3A4 3B4a-c 4A4a-c 2B4a-c 5A4a 5B4b

English II

Duration: 1 year

Credits: 1

Class Description: This sophomore level course includes a broad survey of world literature ranging from classical to contemporary. Students will be actively engaged in the writing process through the creation of narrative, expository, and persuasive papers, including a short research project. In addition to reading and writing, students will also complete mini speech units throughout the year, complementing their reading and writing assignments. Through reading, writing, and speaking, students will explore how their individual lives connect with the local community and the world at large.

Prerequisites: English I

Recommendations: None

Cross Curriculum: Fine Arts and Speech

State Goals: 1.A. 5b, 1.B.5a-d, 1.C.5a-b+d, 2.A.5b-d, 2.B.5a-b, 3.A.5, 3.B.5, 3.C.5a, 4.B.5a, 5.A.5a-b, 5.B.5a-b, 5.C.5a-b.

Honors English II

Duration: 1 year

Credits: 1

Class Description: This sophomore level course includes a broad survey of world literature ranging from classical to contemporary. Students will be actively engaged in the writing process through the creation of narrative, expository, and persuasive papers, including a short research project. In addition to reading and writing, students will also complete mini speech units throughout the year, complementing their reading and writing assignments. Through reading, writing, and speaking, students will explore how their individual lives connect with the local community and the world at large. More reading and writing assignments will be assigned at this level, and more focus will be placed on critical and analytical thought.

Prerequisites: Honors English I or an A in English I

Recommendations: None

Cross Curriculum: Fine Arts and Speech

State Goals: 1.A. 5b, 1.B.5a-d, 1.C.5a-b+d, 2.A.5b-d, 2.B.5a-b, 3.A.5, 3.B.5, 3.C.5a, 4.B.5a, 5.A.5a-b, 5.B.5a-b, 5.C.5a-b.

English III

Duration: 1 year

Credits: 1

Class Description: This junior level course studies American literature from its earliest origins to the modern and contemporary eras. The literature study focuses on the historical and philosophical development of literature in America through the study of various authors, genres, and literary techniques. The writing process is the second major component of this course. The composition study will focus on the various rhetorical modes, and an MLA style research paper will be completed. In all areas of composition, special attention will be paid to author’s tone and style, as well as critical and analytical thought. Grammar and vocabulary development will continue to be emphasized.

Prerequisites: English II

Recommendations: None

Cross Curriculum: American History and Business.

State Goals: 1.A. 5b, 1.B.5a-d, 1.C.5a-b+d, 2.A.5b-d, 2.B.5a-b, 3.A.5, 3.B.5, 3.C.5a, 4.B.5a, 5.A.5a-b, 5.B.5a-b, 5.C.5a-b.

Honors English III

Duration: 1 year

Credits: 1

Class Description: This junior level course studies American literature from its earliest origins to the modern and contemporary eras. The literature study focuses on the historical and philosophical development of literature in America through the study of various authors, genres, and literary techniques. Frequent papers and projects over literary topics and historical connections will be assigned. The writing process is the second major component of this course. Daily and weekly writing assignments will be completed. The composition study will focus on the various rhetorical modes, and an MLA style research paper will be completed. In all areas of composition, special attention will be paid to author’s tone and style, as well as critical and analytical thought. Students will utilize a variety of writing techniques and tools. Grammar and vocabulary concepts necessary for success in college and life will continue to be emphasized.

Prerequisites: Honors English II or an A grade in English II

Recommendations: A or B in Honors English II or an A in Eng II

Cross Curriculum: Business and American History

State Goals: 1.A.5a-b, 1.B.5a-d, 1.C.5a-f, 2.A.5ba-d, 2.B.5a-b, 3.A.5, 3.B.5, 3.C.5a-b, 4.A.5a-b. 4.B.5a, 5.A.5a-b, 5.B.5a-b, 5.C.5a-b.

Fundamentals of Effective Communications

Duration: 1 year

Credits: 1

Class Description: This course will reinforce grammar and communication skills. Students will prepare and organize letters, memos, documentation and other forms of communication related to real work experience. Emphasis is based on analyzing, researching business topics using technology, utilizing email, and Internet communication, and problem solving skills. Students will complete assignments on the Internet, interacting and producing work to be published on the net. Students will also complete an independent assignment consisting of building a Lego Mind-storm robot and writing instructions for the robot. Students will read a variety of short stories, essays and drama. In addition, students will plan, design and present a PowerPoint presentation. Upon completion of the course, each student will have compiled a portfolio including resume and letter(s) of application.

Prerequisites: English III and Keyboarding.

Recommendations: Computer Concepts I

Cross Curriculum: Business

State Goals: 2.B.2c, 2.B.5b, 3.B.5, 3.C.5b, 4.A.2a

British Literature 1

Duration: 1 Semester

Credits: 1/2

Class Description: This semester-length course will focus on a survey of British literature from the Anglo-Saxon period through the Renaissance. Emphasis will be placed on analysis of literature and written work. Several critical analyses will be completed. Other writing assignments will focus on the rhetorical modes, and research will be used in many of the writing assignments.

Prerequisites: Seniors – Honors English III (with a final grade of A or B) or English III (with a

final grade of A or B)

Juniors – Honors English II and concurrent enrollment in Honors English III (with

a final grade of A or B

Cross Curriculum: None

State Goals: 1A5a, 5b; 1B5a-c; 1C5a-f; 2A5a-d; 2B4a-b; 3A5, B5, C5a; 4A5a-b; 4B4a-d; 5A5a-b; 5C5a-b

British Literature II

Duration: 1 semester

Credits: 1/2

Class Description: This semester-length course will focus on a survey of British literature from the Restoration through the Renaissance to the Modern World. Emphasis will be placed on analysis of literature and written work. Several critical analyses will be completed. Other writing assignments will focus on the rhetorical modes, and research will be used in many of the writing assignments.

Prerequisites: Seniors – Honors English III (with a final grade of A or B) or English III (with a

final grade of A or B)

Juniors – Honors English II and concurrent enrollment in Honors English III (with

a final grade of A or B)

Cross Curriculum: N/A

State Goals: 1A5a, 5b; 1B5a-c; 1C5a-f; 2A5a-d; 2B4a-b; 3A5, B5, C5a; 4A5a-b; 4B4a-d; 5A5a- b; 5C5a-b

Advanced Composition

Duration: 1 semester

Credits: 1/2

Class Description: This semester-length course will focus on the various rhetorical modes of composition, research planning and writing, and creative writing. Students will write on a daily basis, both formally and informally. Students will write essays that prepare them for the types of writing they will encounter in college and in the workplace. An MLA style research paper will be completed. A variety of creative writing assignments will also be fulfilled. Emphasis will be placed on advanced composition skills such as style, voice, tone, and audience. The steps of the writing process will be emphasized, and a variety of essay planning strategies will be taught. Grammar and vocabulary will be studied throughout the semester.

Prerequisites: Seniors – English III

Juniors – English II and concurrent enrollment in English III

Recommendations: An A or B in English or Honors English

Cross Curriculum: Business, Fine Arts, and Social Studies

State Goals: 1.A.5a-b, 1.B.5a+c, 1.C.5a-d, 3.A.5, 3.B.5, 3.C.5a-b, 4.B.5b, 5.A.5a-b,

5.B.5a-b, 5.C.5a-b.

Communications

Duration: 1 semester

Credits: ½

Class Description: This semester-length course will focus on the introduction and application of the process of communication, as well as the organization, preparation, and presentation of speeches. Students will be required to deliver a variety of oral presentations, both planned and impromptu. Students will utilize various methods for planning, writing, and delivering speeches, as well as techniques for participating in group discussions and debates. Focus will also be placed on the art of listening and evaluating spoken communication, and techniques for overcoming stage fright will be addressed. Grammar and vocabulary study will be added as needed.

Prerequisites: Seniors – English III

Juniors – English II and concurrent enrollment in English III

Recommendations: An A,B, or C in English or Honors English

Cross Curriculum: Business

State Goals: 1.A.5a-b, 1.B.5a, 3.A.5, 3.B.5, 3.C.5a-b, 4.A.a-b, 4.B.5a-d, 5.A.5a-b,

5.B.5a-b, 5.C.5a-b.

Themes in Literature

Duration: 1 semester

Credit: ½

Class Description: This semester-length course will focus on a survey of poetry, fiction, and non-fiction generated by authors of the twentieth and twenty-first centuries. Emphasis will be placed on analysis of literature through discussion and written work. The focus will be on making connections between issues and ideas presented in the literature and the issues and philosophies of life in the twentieth and twenty-first centuries. Critical analysis of literature will be the focus for the class, and students will complete several written critical analyses of literature.

Prerequisites: Seniors – Honors English III (with a final grade of A or B) or English III (with a

final grade of A or B)

Juniors – Honors English II and concurrent enrollment in Honors English III (with

a final grade of A or B)

Recommendations: An A,B, in English or Honors English

Cross Curriculum: Fine Arts and Social Studies

State Goals: 1.B.5a-d, 1.C.5a-f, 2.A.5a-d, 2.B.a-b, 3.A.5, 3.B.5, 3.C.5a, 4.A.a-b, .B.5a-b+d, 5.A.5a-b, 5.B.5a-b, 5.C.5b.

Pop Culture in Literature and Media Today

Duration: 1 semester

Credits: 1/2

Course Description: Open to juniors and seniors. Prerequisites: Seniors must have earned credit for English I, II, and III. Juniors must have earned credit for English I and II and be concurrently enrolled in English III. This semester-length course will focus on a survey of literary genres. Emphasis will be placed on modern trends in literature and media through discussion and written work.

Prerequisites: Seniors—English III

Juniors—English II and concurrent enrollment in English III

Recommendations: An A or B in English or Honors English

Cross Curriculum: N/A

State Goals: 1A5a, 5b; 1B5a-c; 1C5a-f; 2A5a-d; 2B4a-b; 3A5, B5, C5a; 4A5a-b; 4B4a-d; 5A5a-b; 5C5a-b

Journalism

Duration: One year

Credit: 1

Course Description: Journalism will focus on the history of journalism, the roles and responsibilities of journalists, news, newsgathering, writing, and other aspects of scholastic journalism. Students will work together to publish a school newsletter. Students will learn to work with digital and film cameras, desktop publishing, word processing programs, and the Internet.

Prerequisites: English I and can be taken concurrently with English II & Keyboarding I

Recommendations: Computer Concepts I

Cross Curriculum: Business

State Goals: 1.A.5a, 1.A.5b, 1.C.5a, 1.C.5f, 3.A.5, 3.C.5a,

3.C.5b, 4.A5a, 4.A5b, 5.A.5a, 5.B.5b, 5.C.5b

Title I English

Duration: Title English I: 1 year

Title English II: 1 year

Title English III: 1 year

Credits: Title English I: 1

Title English II: 1

Title English III: 1

Class Description: The curriculum for Title I English will be the same as English I, II and III English courses. However, there will be fewer reading selections in order to focus on learning different reading strategies which will increase students’ comprehension ability. Also, the majority of assignments and reading will be done in class in order to offer one-on-one instruction.

Prerequisites: Placement is assigned based on national reading comprehension level norms.

Recommendations: None

Cross Curriculum:

Title English I: Fine Arts

Title English II: Fine Arts & Speech

Title English III: American History & Business

State Goals:

Title English I: 1.A.4a, 1.B.4a+c, 1.B.4a-b, 1.B.4a-b+d+e, 2.A.4a-d.

Title English 2: 1.A.4a, 1.B.4a-c, 1.C.4a-f, 2.A.4a-d, 2.B.4a-c.

Title English 3: 1.A.5d, 1.B.5a-d, 1.C.5a-b+d, 2.A.5b-d, 2.B.5a

MATHEMATICS

Math Concepts

Duration: 1 year

Credits: 1

Class Description: This course is available to those students who could benefit from a review of basic knowledge of mathematical concepts. These students are not yet ready for an algebra course. Topics of study in this course include: a review of all computational skills with whole numbers, decimals, and fractions, the order of operations, integers, ratios, proportions, and percents. This course will also introduce students to fundamental ideas of algebra by studying the following: variable, expressions, inverse operations, and solving equations. Finally, this course will give each student a solid foundation in geometry. Geometry is linked to each chapter in the textbook. Geometry topics covered include: angles, polygons, area, volume, perimeter, circumference, and the coordinate plane. Applications of these geometric concepts will be required. If time permits, this course will also cover the introductory ideas of probability and statistics. Upon completion of this course, students should have the ability to take an algebra course.

Prerequisites: None

Recommendations: None

Cross Curriculum: Business, Industrial Arts, Science, & English.

State Goals: 9.A.3c, 9.A.5, 9.C.3b, 9.D.3, 6.D.4, 7.A.4b, 8.A.3b

Algebra A

Duration: 1 year

Credits: 1

Class Description: This course will include the first half of Algebra I spread out through the entire year. This gives the students more time to master the concepts that are being taught at a quicker pace and in more depth than Algebra I. Course topics will include: The language of Algebra, Integers, Addition and Subtraction Equations, Multiplication and Division Equations, Proportional Reasoning and Probability, Functions and Graphs, Linear Equations, Powers and Roots. Applying these concepts to real world problems and situations will be necessary in this class.

Prerequisites: None

Recommendations: C or better in 8th grade math.

Cross Curriculum: English, Science, Business, Industrial Arts and Home Economics.

State Goals: 6.D.4, 7.A.4b, 8.A.3b, 6.B.4

Algebra B

Duration: 1 year

Credits: 1

Class Description: This course is the second half of Algebra I spread out throughout the entire year. This will give the students more time to master the concepts that are being taught at a quicker pace and in more depth in Algebra I. Course topics will include: Review of Algebra A concepts, Powers and Roots, Polynomials, Factoring, Quadratic & Exponential Functions, Inequalities, Systems and Equations & Inequalities, Radical Expressions, and Rational Expressions & Equations. Applying these concepts to real world problems and situations will be necessary in this class.

Prerequisites: Pass Algebra A

Recommendations: None

Cross Curriculum: English, Science, Home Economics, Business, & Industrial Arts.

State Goals: 6.C.4, 6.D.4, 8.A.4b, 8.B.4a, 8.D.4, 9.D.4

Algebra I

Duration: 1 year

Credits: 1

Class Description: Algebra I is a one-year course designed to teach students the fundamental ideas of algebra. Students in this class will experience a wide variety of topics including: signed numbers, evaluation of expressions, solving equations in one unknown, natural number exponents, factoring, operations with polynomials, graphing linear equations, solving and graphing inequalities, and solving systems of both equations and inequalities. Students will also solve a wide range of word problems involving ideas such as uniform motion, mixtures, percents, and number value.

Prerequisites: None

Recommendations: A or B in 8^th grade math.

Cross Curriculum: Business, Industrial Arts, Science, English, & Home Economics.

State Goals: 7.A.4b, 6.A.4, 8.C.4b, 6.B. 5, 8.D.4

Algebra II

Duration: 1 year
Credits: 1

Class Description: This course will expand topics covered in Algebra I. It is designed to give students solid Algebra foundation, which will allow them to be successful in a senior level math class such as Statistics. Course topics will include: Solving Equations and Inequalities, Linear Relations and Functions, Systems of Equations and Inequalities, Matrices, Quadratic, Functions and Inequalities, Rational Expressions and Equations, and more.

Prerequisites: Pass either Algebra A-B series or Algebra I and pass Plane Geometry or Advanced Plane Geometry..

Recommendations: None

Advanced Algebra II

Duration: 1 year

Credits: 1

Class Description: This course is designed for the student who did very well in Algebra I as well as Advanced Plane Geometry. Advanced Algebra II is essential for Trigonometry and Calculus. Course topics will include: review of some Algebra I concepts, Solving Equations and Inequalities, Linear Relations and Functions, Systems of Equations and Inequalities, Matrices, Polynomials, Quadratic Functions & Inequalities, Polynomial Functions, Conic Sections and Properties, Rational Expressions and Equations, Exponential and Logarithmic Relations, Discrete Mathematics with Series and Sequences and Trigonometry

Prerequisites: Passed Advanced Plane Geometry and Algebra I; if doubling up as Sophomore (not recommended) then have passed Algebra I.

Recommendations: Passed Algebra I with a “C” or better,

Cross Curriculum: English, Business, and Science

State Goals: 6.A.5, 6.B.5, 8.C.5, 10.A.4a

Statistics

Duration: 1 semester

Credits: 1/2

Class Description: Statistics is taught as a college statistics course, but at a slower pace. Not all topics covered in a college statistics course can be completed. Students will learn methods of collecting data, analyzing data, and making logical decisions based on the data. Students will also learn concepts of probability. Students will see many of the concepts applied to real world situations. The student will need to read the textbook to have a complete understanding of the concepts. Good mathematical reasoning skills are also necessary. The Texas Instrument calculators and an expanded version of Excel are used extensively in this course. This course can give a student an excellent preparation for a college statistics course.

Prerequisites: Pass at least two years of math.

Recommendations: “B” or better in Algebra A-B, “C” or better in Algebra I.

Cross Curriculum: Science, History, Business, and English

State Goals: 8.B.4a, 10.A.4a, 10.A.4b, 10.A.4c, 10.B.4, 10.C.5a

Trigonometry

Duration: 1 semester

Credits: 1/2

Class Description: Trigonometry requires a good foundation in algebra and geometry. Topics included in this course are the definitions and relationships of the six trigonometric functions in degree and radian measure, simplifying and solving trigonometric equations, solving triangles, and graphing the six functions. The Texas Instrument calculator is used in many of these applications.

Prerequisites: Pass Advanced Plane Geometry and Advanced Algebra II or currently enrolled in Advanced Algebra II

Recommendations: “B” or better in Algebra I, Advanced Algebra II and Advanced Plane Geometry.

Cross Curriculum:, Industrial Arts, and English

State Goals: 8.B.5, 8.C.5, 9.B.5, 9.C.5b, 9.D.5

Calculus

Duration: 1 year

Credits: 1

*Dual Credit – Must meet test requirements

Class Description: This class is taught as a college Calculus I course. Students are expected to be able to learn some material on their own. The Texas Instrument Calculators (TI-83) will be used almost every day in this course. Students need to have high levels of maturity and responsibility. Topics of discussion will include: basic review of Algebra II and Trigonometry that will apply to Calculus, limits and their properties, differentiation & derivatives, applications of differentiations, integration, logarithmic functions, exponential functions, and other transcendental functions. This course should give every student the ability to excel in their future college Calculus course or even start their college careers by taking Calculus II.

Prerequisites: Passed or currently enrolled in Trigonometry

Recommendations: An “A” student in Advanced Plane Geometry or a High “B” student in Advanced Algebra II or Trigonometry.

Cross Curriculum: Science, English, and Business.

State Goals: 9.D.5, 8.D.5, 8.C.5, 7.C.5b

MUSIC

Band

Duration: 1 year

Credits: 1/2

Class Description: Marching band season extends from mid-June through late October. This season includes all home football and non-competitive and competitive parades. However, there are parades in November (Veterans Day), and March (St. Louis-St. Patrick’s Day). Students are expected to participate in all events. Self-discipline, responsibility, and cooperation are stressed during this phase. The concert season extends from October through mid-May. Students are exposed to a variety of music including symphonic, jazz, and American folk-pop. Performances include two concerts and IHSA solos and ensemble contest. There are also several selected Honor Band events that students can choose to participate in. Band members are also expected to play at all home boys’ basketball games and selected girls volleyball and basketball games. The band also organizes a mid-winter grade school tour to the area grade schools. Flag Corps is included in the band.

Prerequisites: Grade School Band

Recommendations: None

Cross Curriculum: Math

State Goals: 25 and 26

PHYSICAL EDUCATION

P.E.

Duration: 1 year

Credits: 1/4

Class Description: This course is designed to provide students with basic knowledge and understanding of the rules and skills needed to participate in team and individual activities that promote a physically fit lifestyle. An emphasis will be placed on the development of health related fitness, and its importance for the maintenance of a healthy lifestyle.

Prerequisites: None

Recommendations: None

Cross Curriculum: Health

State Goals: 19.A.4, 19.A.5, 19.B.4, 19.B.5, 19.C.41, 19.C.4b, 20.A.4a, 20.B.4b, 20.B.5a, 21.A.4a, 21.A.4b, 21.A.4c, 21.A.5, 21.B.4, 21.B.5

Conditioning P.E.

Duration: 1 year

Credits: 1/4

Class Description: This course is geared towards students who are motivated to routinely participate in strength training and physical fitness activities. An emphasis will be placed on the development of proper weightlifting technique and safety measures. Students participating in this course will also be exposed to, and expected to understand, the individual and team sports and activities being practiced in the traditional physical education classes.

Prerequisites: None

Recommendations: None

Cross Curriculum: Health

State Goals: 19.A.4, 19.A.5, 19.B.4, 19.B.5, 19.C.4a, 19.C.4b, 20.A.4a, 20.A.4b, 20.B.4b, 20.B.5a, 20.C.4a, 20.C.4c, 20.C.5a, 21.A.4a, 21.A.4b, 21.A.4c, 21.A.5, 21.B.4, 21.B.5

SCIENCE

Physical Science With Earth Science

Duration: 1 year

Credits: 1

Class Description: Physical Science is open to any freshman. This year-length course blends together physics, chemistry, earth and space science with a touch of mathematics. Physical Science with earth Science provides a hands on learning experience that allows the student to apply general scientific concepts to everyday life.

Prerequisites: None

Recommendations: None

Cross Curriculum: Math and English

State Goals: 11, 12, 13

No Lab Science Credit

Health

Duration: 1 semester

Credits: 1/2 credit

Class Description: A general overview of human health. Included with this course of study will be mental, physical, emotional, social, and environment health integration. Topics of exercise, nutrition, diet, human sexuality, chemical use, alcohol, and tobacco will be reviewed as well.

Prerequisites: None

Recommendations: None

Cross Curriculum: P.E., Biology, and Physical Science with Earth Science.

State Goals: 22, 22.A.4B, 22.B 22.B.4, 22.C, 23, 23.A, 23.A.4, 23.B, 23.B.4, 23.C, 23.C.4, 24, 24.A.4a, 24.A.4b, 24B, 24.B.4, 24.C

Physics

Duration: 1 year

Credits: 1 (Dual credit agreement with Kaskaskia Jr. College)

Class Description: Physics is a survey course covering mechanics, optics, gravitational forces, magnetic forces, electronics, waves, fluids, and nuclear topics. The course requires both individual creative critical thinking and team activities. Students should have excellent math skills including a firm foundation in trigonometry. About 1/3 of the class time is spent in labs, demonstrations, and computer simulations exploring physics concepts at the experimental level. Group long-term project is completed periodically throughout the school year. This course is excellent preparation for post secondary study in science and engineering. One lab Science credit given.

Prerequisites: Trigonometry & Algebra II, basic computer skills in word processing, spreadsheets, graphics, and Internet use. Suggested to be currently enrolled in Calculus.

Recommendations: Basic computer skills are essential. Students seeking college education in science and/or engineering.

Cross Curriculum: History, Art, English, Math, and Vocational Ed.

State Goals: 11.A.5a, 11.A.5b, 11.A.5c, 11.A.5d, 11.A.5e, 11.B.5

Zoology

Duration: 1 Semester

Credits: 1/2 credit

Class Description: Open to Sophomores, Juniors, & Seniors who have successfully completed Biology I and attained at least a minimum B- average (86%). This semester-length course will focus on an intense survey of the animal kingdom. The class will place emphasis on the comparative studies in zoology. The text assigned to the class requires students at higher levels of reading abilities and features and evolutionary and ecological approach. Lab work could possibly be at a minimum due to material expense. Lab Science credit available.

Prerequisites: See Description

State Goals: 11.A.4, 12.A.4

Recommendations: Students who are wanting to work in the biological field after attending school. See class description.

Anatomy and Physiology

Duration: 1 Semester

Credits 1/2 credit

Class Description: Open to Sophomores, Juniors and Seniors who have successfully completed Biology I with a grade of C+ (84%) and above. This is a one-semester introductory course to Human Anatomy and Physiology designed for college bound students. The course will include a lab section with dissections. Lab Science Credit Available.

Prerequisites: See Description

Recommendations: Students interested in Biological/Medical fields.

State Goals: 11.A.4, 12.A.4

Entomology and Environmental Science

Duration: 1 Semester

Credits: 1/2 Credit

Class Description: Open to Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors who have successfully completed Biology I with a grade of C+ (84%) and above. This is a one-semester course, which offers a detailed coverage of insects and their importance and relationship to man as well as an introduction to ecological concepts. An extensive insect collection will be completed in this course. Lab Science credit available.

Prerequisites: See Description

State Goals: 11.A.4, 12.A.4

SOCIAL SCIENCES

Geography

Duration: 1 year

Credits: 1

Class Description: Geography is a full-credit course covering United States and world geography. This course is designed to prepare students for any career field in the twenty-first century. The typical student will learn physical geography, economics related to geography, as well as places and locations to give the student a complete understanding of his or her changing world.

Prerequisites: None

Recommendations: None

Global Issues

Duration: 1 Semester

Credits: 1/2

Class Description: Global Issues is a study of broad forces that are impacting the world today. Students will read and analyze articles from professional, and recently published, magazines, newspapers, and journals. Political scientists, educators, and researchers on today’s most important topics that are shaping the world we live in publish articles that are studied. Students will be required to understand present day key issues, and complete regular quizzes and test. Some examples of key issues presently covered include, but are not limited to, the impact of population on society, Globalization, International Conflict, Poverty, World Governments, AIDS, and Genocide.

Prerequisite: None

Recommendation: None

Economics

Duration: 1 Semester

Credits: 1/2

Class Description: Economics is offered to Juniors and Seniors who are college bound. Those students who plan on pursuing a career in a business field will find the course beneficial. Students will learn about the basic systems of economics in the United States such as the Free Enterprise System. Both Microeconomics and Macroeconomics will be discussed. Microeconomics will focus on important ideas such as supply and demand as well as how businesses operate and how they interact with the labor force. Students will also explore the mechanics of the American banking system and stock market.

Prerequisites: None

Recommendations: Juniors and Seniors

Modern World History – (1789-Present)

Duration: 1 Semester

Credits: ½

Class Description: Modern World History is a survey course, which will focus on world events beginning with the French Revolution and the Napoleonic Era. Class discussions will center on major world events from the perspective of Europe such as: the Industrial Revolution, World War I, World War II, the Cold War and the present conflicts as time allows. Other topics of interest will include ideologies that have shaped our world: nationalism, imperialism, and totalitarianism. Along with class discussions, students can expect to engage with primary sources from the time periods, which will allow students to formulate their own opinions about history.

Prerequisite: None

Recommendations: Sophomore – Senior

Modern U.S. History – (1945-Present)

Duration: 1 Semester

Credits: 1/2

Class Description: Modern U.S. History is a survey course which will allow students to explore important events in U.S. History beginning with World War II and leading up to current events such as the War in Iraq and other U,S, domestic and foreign affairs. Students will learn about major U.S. conflicts abroad including the Cold War and the Vietnam War. Class discussions will also center on issues on the domestic front: the Civil Rights Movement, the 1960’s counterculture, the Nixon presidency, the Reagan presidency and the war on terrorism. Along with class discussions, students can expect to engage with primary sources from the time periods, which will allow students to formulate their own opinions about history.

Prerequisites: None

Recommendations: Sophomore-Senior

Sociology

Duration: 1 Semester

Credits: 1/2

Class Description: Sociology is an introductory course into the study of human relationships. By examining society and social behavior, students will gain cultural awareness and a better self-understanding. Important themes of study will include: culture, social structure, and individuality. Through discussions students will better understand important issues such as race and gender. This course will also encourage students to explore concepts relative to today’s rapidly changing society. Students will be expected to analyze how changes in the economy, politics, education, religion and science affect hum behavior patterns.

Prerequisites: None

Recommendations: Freshman-Senior

VISUAL ARTS

Art I

Duration: 1 year

Credits: 1

Class Description: This is an introductory course that exposes students to many techniques and media associated with visual arts. Areas of discipline covered include drawing, painting, design, print making and ceramics. Art history and theory are incorporated into each project. Art appreciation and critical thinking will be emphasized. Production of quality work, creative development, and a conscientious work ethic is stressed.

Prerequisites: None

Recommendations: None

Cross Curriculum: History, Geometry, and Life Sciences.

State Goals: 1.1.A, 2.1.A, 3.1, 4.1, 5.1

Art II

Duration: 1 year

Credits: 1

Class Description: This course includes advanced study and execution of drawing, painting, ceramics, print making, and design. The techniques of wheel thrown pottery, ceramic sculpture, screen printing, graphic commercial design, and airbrush paintings are integrated into the curriculum. Upon completion of the course, students will be able to demonstrate greater proficiency in the basic disciplines and techniques of visual art. Students will be able to employ abstract interpretations, analyze and render the human figure, and understand the historical significance of various periods, movements, and artists.

Prerequisites: Art I with a grade of a “C” or better.

Recommendations: None

Cross Curriculum: History, Geometry, Life Sciences, English

State Goals: 1.1.A, 2.1.A, 3.1, 4.1, 5.1