Administration Mr. Christian Monson Principal Mrs. April Jarrell Assistant Principal School Counselors Mr. Steve Watsey 9 th and 10 th Grade Mrs. Erica Spencer 11 th Grade Mrs. Michelle Canas 12 th Grade 1 Titan Trace Mandeville, LA 70447 (985)-624-5046 www.lakeshorehigh.stpsb.org *PRINTED ON 01/27/2020 – PLEASE GO TO OUR WEBSITE TO CHECK FOR THE LATEST UPDATES TO THIS PROGRAM OF STUDY. STPSB ADHERES TO THE EQUAL OPPORTUNITY PROVISIONS OF FEDERAL AND CIVIL RIGHTS LAWS AND DOES NOT DISCRIMINATE ON THE BASIS OF RACE, COLOR, NATIONAL ORIGIN, RELIGION, AGE, SEX, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, MARITAL STATUS, OR DISABILITY. Lakeshore high school 2020-2021 Program of Study For 10 th , 11 th , and 12 th Grades
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Administration
Mr. Christian Monson
Principal
Mrs. April Jarrell
Assistant Principal
School Counselors
Mr. Steve Watsey
9th and 10th Grade
Mrs. Erica Spencer
11th Grade
Mrs. Michelle Canas
12th Grade
1 Titan Trace Mandeville, LA 70447
(985)-624-5046
www.lakeshorehigh.stpsb.org
*PRINTED ON 01/27/2020 – PLEASE GO TO OUR WEBSITE TO CHECK FOR THE LATEST UPDATES TO
THIS PROGRAM OF STUDY.
STPSB ADHERES TO THE EQUAL OPPORTUNITY PROVISIONS OF FEDERAL AND CIVIL RIGHTS LAWS AND
DOES NOT DISCRIMINATE ON THE BASIS OF RACE, COLOR, NATIONAL ORIGIN, RELIGION, AGE, SEX, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, MARITAL STATUS, OR DISABILITY.
*PRINTED ON 01/27/2020 – PLEASE GO TO OUR WEBSITE TO CHECK FOR THE LATEST UPDATES TO
THIS PROGRAM OF STUDY.
STTPS adheres to the equal opportunity provisions of federal and civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the
basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, material status, or disability.
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INTRODUCTION
The purpose of this guide is to help you and your parents make better decisions about your course selections for the
coming year. It is essential that you think seriously about a particular subject before scheduling. Each class that you
choose should be a part of an overall plan. Read this guide carefully and discuss your plans with your parents.
COMPLIANCE NOTICE
The St. Tammany Parish School Board adheres to the equal opportunity provisions of the Federal Civil Rights laws
and regulations that are applicable to this agency. Therefore, no one will be discriminated against on the basis of race,
color, or national origin (Title VVI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964); sex (Title IX of the Education Amendments of
1972); disability (Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973) in attaining educational goals and objectives and in
the administration of personnel policies and procedures.
COUNSELORS
A counselor is assigned to you and will work with you concerning vocational and career information, college and
scholarship counseling, personal problems, testing, written recommendations, references, etc. You would be well
advised to communicate your unique interests, abilities, needs, and ambitions to your counselor.
It is important to understand that the role of the counseling staff is to advise students. Students’ and their
parents/guardians’ assume full responsibility for the courses scheduled. Though the school personnel will attempt
to locate and correct any errors, it is the students’ and their parents’ responsibilities to select courses, keep copies of
records and plan their schedules to meet all requirements for graduation. Also, parents and students have the
responsibility to check requirements for the college of their choice and to schedule high school coursework
accordingly.
LEAP 2025
The Louisiana Department of Education has initiated a LEAP 2025 assessment program to support consistent and
rigorous standards in key high school courses. Beginning in 2010-2011 and beyond, all students must pass three
LEAP 2025 Tests in the following categories to earn a standard diploma: (a) English I or English II; (b) Algebra I or
Geometry; and (c) Biology or U.S. History.
DUAL ENROLLMENT PROGRAM
Dual Enrollment is a program that allows eligible high school students, currently attending St. Tammany Parish public
or private schools, to concurrently enroll in a college course. The credits that students earn will be eligible towards
both a high school diploma and college credit. To be eligible for the Dual Enrollment Program, please see the
“Eligibility Guidelines” for each institution in this Program of Study.
GRADE CLASSIFICATION
Classification Minimum Credits
Sophomores 5 credits
Juniors 11 credits
Seniors 17 credits
Total Credits for Graduation - TOPS University Diploma 24 credits
Total Credits for Graduation - TOPS Tech Diploma 23 credits
SUMMER SCHOOL
The purpose of summer school is to enable students to make up subjects failed. The subjects offered are determined
by student requests. To obtain credit for a summer school course, the student must be enrolled in an accredited summer
school program and must successfully complete the requirements of the course. If a student intends to attend a summer
school program which is not sponsored by the St. Tammany Parish School System, the student must submit
documentation concerning the accreditation of that summer school program to the school counselor prior to entering
that program. District personnel determines whether the student will receive credit for the course.
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SHORT DAY FOR SENIORS Since a seven-period day schedule has been funded to enhance educational opportunities for high school students it is
the intent of the St. Tammany Parish School District to have students complete four years of high school education.
It is strongly recommended that students who wish to get an early start in college participate in Early Start/Dual
Enrollment courses or Advanced Placement courses. Seniors are required to enroll in 5 classes for credit during both
semesters in their senior year. If they choose to request a short day, applications are in the school counseling office.
Seniors must have a minimum of 19 credits and athletes cannot schedule short day in the afternoon.
INDIVIDUAL GRADUATION PLAN (IGP) The Louisiana Department of Education requires every students to develop, with the input of his/her parent/ guardian,
an IGP by the end of the eighth grade. The purpose of the IGP document includes: explorer educational and career
opportunities, make appropriate secondary/post-secondary decisions as part of an overall career plan, outline a course
of study based on the student’s talents and interests, and considerate graduation requirements relevant to the student’s
chosen area of concentration and post-secondary requirements. The student, parent/guardian, and counselor will
review the plan annually.
RANK IN CLASS Rank-In-Class Rank in class will be based upon quality points a student completes in grades 9-12. Although, a full-
time high school student may complete more than 28 Carnegie credits, only 28 Carnegie credits will be applied toward
a student’s rank in class. Rank in class is determined based upon: A student’s best 28 Carnegie credits completed in
grades 9-12. AND A student’s best 16 weighted Carnegie courses from the designated course list completed in grades
9-12. Consequently, the student who earns the most quality points will be ranked number one in the graduating class.
All St. Tammany Parish students shall attempt 3.5 credits each semester in the 9th, 10th, and 11th grades. To attempt
fewer than 3.5 credits per semester, a student must receive prior approval from the Assistant Superintendent of
Curriculum and Instruction. Students electing to take a short day schedule in the senior year will negatively impact
their rank-in-class. A student electing short day in the senior year may earn fewer quality points than seniors taking 7
credit classes. Transfer grades will be weighted only in the subjects weighted in the district.
WEIGHTED COURSES
Weighted grades apply to English, Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies in designated courses of honors, gifted,
Advanced Placement, and articulated, non-remedial college courses. A notation will appear on the transcript to
indicate which courses were weighted. All students enrolled in weighted courses will receive an extra quality point
for an A, B, or C earned in a maximum of 16 weighted courses from the designated weighted courses.
DESIGNATED WEIGHTED COURSE LIST
ENGLISH MATH SCIENCE SOCIAL STUDIES
English I (H) (G) Algebra I (H) Biology (H) (G) World Geography (G)
English II (H) (G) Geometry (H) (G) Chemistry (H) Government (H) (G)
English III (AP) Algebra II (H) (G) Physics (H) U.S. History (H)
English IV (DE/H) Pre-Calculus (DE) (H) Biology II (H) World History (DE) (H)
Calculus AB (AP) Chem II (AP)
Statistics (DE/H)
GRADING SCALE
4 quality points A 100-93
3 quality points B 92-85
2 quality points C 84-75
1 quality point D 74-67
no quality points F 66- 0
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ADVANCED LEVEL COURSE REQUIREMENTS RUBRIC
Entering Freshmen
Students wishing to enroll in advanced level courses such as Honors, and/or Advanced Placement courses
must earn at least 3 points on the on the honors rubric for each core content area to be considered for
entrance into any advanced level course. The data components used on the honors rubric are course grades
for each core content area and teacher recommendations from the previous grade core content area teacher.
Standardized tests scores may also be taken into consideration.
LOUISIANA TUITION OPPORTUNITY PROGRAM FOR STUDENTS (TOPS) This program awards college, university, or state technical college tuition to Louisiana high school graduates at a
Louisiana college or university meet specific academic standards. To receive the TOPS awards, students must earn a
cumulative grade point average of 2.5 in the core curricula courses (see TOPS Core Curriculum) and score a 20 on
the ACT or greater than the state prior-year average. The annual award amount varies since it is based on the amount
of tuition charged by individual institutions. TOPS offers four award programs: Opportunity, Performance, Honors,
and Tops Tech. The application for the TOPS award begins with filing the free application for federal student aid
(FAFSA). The FAFSA form must be filed within the deadlines for priority consideration to avoid penalties. A FAFSA
form may be electronically completed as early as October at www.fafsa.ed.gov. It is the student and parent’s
responsibility to fill out the FAFSA form and to meet the required deadlines. For more information, go to
www.losfa.gov .
FEDERAL STUDENT AID (FASFA) The FAFSA form must be filed within the deadlines for priority consideration and to avoid penalties. The FAFSA
form must be received by the final state deadline set by the TOPS office. A FAFSA form may be completed over
the Internet at www.fafsa.ed.gov. It is the student’s and parent’s responsibility to fill out the FAFSA form and
to meet the required deadlines and graduation requirements.
HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION OPPORTUNITIES
Beginning with the graduating class of 2018, students may choose between two diploma pathways: The TOPS
University Diploma or the TOPS Tech Career Diploma. The TOPS University Diploma prepares students for
immediate entrance to a four-year Louisiana state university or for a career. The TOPS Tech Career Diploma
prepares students for a Louisiana state community college or technical school, or for a career.
English MATH SCIENCE SOCIAL STUDIES
8th Grade Course Grade A=3 points
B=2 points
C=1 points
D=0 point
8th Grade Course Grade A=3 points
B=2 points
C=1 points
D=0 point
8th Grade Course Grade A=3 points
B=2 points
C=1 points
D=0 point
8th Grade Course Grade A=3 points
B=2 points
C=1 points
D=0 point
Teacher Recommendation
Yes- 1 point
No- 0 points
Teacher Recommendation
Yes- 1 point
No- 0 points
Teacher Recommendation
Yes- 1 point
No- 0 points
Teacher Recommendation
Yes- 1 point
No- 0 points
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LOUISIANA TOPS UNIVERSITY CURRICULUM (For graduating class of 2018 and beyond)
The successful completion of the Louisiana TOPS University Diploma Curriculum requires a minimum of 24
units in specific courses as detailed in this course description guide. Students who successfully complete this
curriculum will have completed the minimum required curriculum as a component of TOPS eligibility as well as
Louisiana public university freshman entrance requirements. Eligibility for TOPS as well as entrance to Louisiana
public universities also relies on earning a minimum required GPA as well as minimum required ACT composite
scores and sub-scores. Students who select this option may also attend a community college or vocational school.
(The curriculum requirements are listed on page 7, of this booklet.)
TOPS TECH CAREER CURRICULUM (For graduating class of 2018 and beyond)
Tops Tech career curriculum is the state’s initiative for school districts, colleges, and businesses to collaborate in
providing career courses and workplace experiences to high school students, allowing students to continue their
education after high school, and certifying them for career fields most likely to lead to high-wage jobs. A parent
or guardian must sign the Louisiana TOPS TECH Career Diploma form to take advantage of the TOPS TECH
Diploma Curriculum. While in high school, participating students will be provided opportunities to achieve
industry certificates or college credentials in addition to their high school diplomas. These credentials will qualify
graduates to continue their studies after high school at a Community or Technical College OR to launch a career
upon graduating. Students completing the TOPS TECH Career Curriculum must complete a TOPS TECH
Pathway of 9 pathway credits, with a total of 23 high school credits, an industry based certification for the
chosen pathway, and pass 3 of the 6 LEAP 2025 tests to earn a high school diploma. (The curriculum
requirements for each pathway offered are listed on pages 14-27, of this booklet.)
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SUBJECTS TOPS UNIVERSITY DIPLOMA CAREER DIPLOMA
# Units Courses # Units Courses
English
1 One of the following: English I, English Language Part 1: Cambridge IGCSE, or English Literature Part 1: Cambridge IGCSE 1 One of the following: English I, English Language Part 1:
Cambridge IGCSE, or English Literature Part 1: Cambridge IGCSE
1 One of the following: English II, English Language Part 2: Cambridge IGCSE, or English Literature Part 2: Cambridge IGCSE 1
One of the following: English II, English Language Part 2: Cambridge IGCSE, or English Literature Part 2: Cambridge IGCSE
1
One of the following: English III, AP English Language Arts and Composition, IB Literature, IB Language and Literature, IB Literature and Performance, English Language Part 1: Cambridge AICE—AS (Honors), or Literature in English Part 1: Cambridge AICE—AS (Honors)
2
The remaining units shall come from the following: Technical Writing, Business English, English III, English IV, any AP or IB English course, any Cambridge AICE-AS course, or comparable Louisiana technical college courses offered by Jump Start regional teams as approved by BESE
1
One of the following: English IV, AP English Literature and Composition, IB Literature, IB Language and Literature, IB Literature and Performance, English Language Part 2: Cambridge AICE—AS (Honors), or Literature in English Part 2: Cambridge AICE—AS (Honors)
NOTE: If a student chooses to take the A level Cambridge course, the second unit will count as an elective credit.
Mathematics
1 Algebra I 1 Algebra I, Applied Algebra I, or Algebra I-Part 2 (The elective course Algebra I-Part 1 is a prerequisite.)
1 Geometry
3
The remaining units shall come from the following: Geometry, Financial Literacy (formerly Financial Math), Math Essentials, Algebra II, Advanced Math-Functions and Statistics, Advanced Math—Pre-Calculus, Algebra III, Pre-Calculus, Business Math, Probability and Statistics, Statistical Reasoning, Additional Math: Cambridge IGCSE, Math 1 (Pure Math): Cambridge AICE—AS (Honors), Transition to College Mathematics, or comparable Louisiana technical college courses offered by Jump Start regional teams as approved by BESE
1 Algebra II
1
One of the following: Algebra III, Advanced Math—Functions and Statistics, Advanced Math—Pre-Calculus, Pre-Calculus, IB Math Studies (Math Methods), Calculus, AP Calculus AB, IB Mathematics SL, AP Calculus BC, AP Statistics, IB Further Mathematics HL, IB Mathematics HL, Probability and Statistics, AP Computer Science A, Statistical Reasoning, Additional Math— Cambridge IGCSE, Math 1 (Probability and Statistics): Cambridge AICE (Honors), Math 1 (Pure Math): Cambridge AICE—AS (Honors), Math 2 (Part 1): Cambridge AICE—A Level (Honors), or Math 2 (Part 2): Cambridge AICE—A Level (Honors)
NOTE: The Integrated Mathematics I, II, and III sequence, including the Cambridge IGCSE Integrated Math sequence, may be substituted for the Algebra I, Geometry, and Algebra II sequence.
Science
1 Biology I 1 Biology I
1
Chemistry I
1
One of the following: Chemistry I, Physical Science, Earth Science, Agriscience II*, Environmental Science, PLTW Principles of Engineering, any AP or IB science course, Physics I: Cambridge IGCSE, Biology II: Cambridge AICE—AS (Honors), Chemistry II: AICE— AS (Honors), or Physics II: Cambridge AICE—AS (Honors)
2
Two units chosen from the following: (a) Earth Science; (b) one of Environmental Science, Environmental Awareness; (c) one of Physical Science, Principles of Engineering, Principles of Engineering (LSU Partnership), or PLTW Principles of Engineering; (d) Agriscience II*; (e) one of Chemistry II, AP Chemistry, IB Chemistry I, IB Chemistry II, or Chemistry II: Cambridge AICE—AS (Honors); (f) one of AP Environmental Science, IB Environmental Systems; (g) one of Physics I, IB Physics I, AP Physics I, or Physics I: Cambridge IGCSE; (h) one of AP Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism, AP Physics C: Mechanics, IB Physics II, AP Physics II, or Physics II: Cambridge AICE—AS (Honors); (i) one of Biology II, AP Biology, IB Biology I, IB Biology II, Biology II: Cambridge AICE—AS (Honors), or Human Anatomy and Physiology
*The elective course Agriscience I is a prerequisite for Agriscience II.
Social Studies
1 One of the following: U.S. History, AP U.S. History, or IB History of the Americas I 1 One of the following: U.S. History, AP U.S. History, or IB History of
the Americas I
1 One of the following: Civics, American Government, AP U.S. Government and Politics: Comparative, or AP U.S. Government and Politics: United States
1 One of the following: Civics, American Government, AP U.S. Government and Politics: Comparative, or AP U.S. Government and Politics: United States
2
Two units chosen from the following: (a) one of European History, AP European History, Western Civilization, or History (European): Cambridge AICE—AS (Honors); (b) one of World Geography, AP Human Geography, IB Geography, Physical Geography, or Geography: Cambridge AICE—AS (Honors); (c) one of World History, AP World History, IB History of the Americas II, or History (International): Cambridge AICE—AS (Honors); (d) History of Religion; (e) one of IB Economics, Economics, AP Macroeconomics, AP Microeconomics, or Economics: Cambridge AICE—AS (Honors); or (f) AP Psychology
Health and Physical
Education
0.5 Health Education 0.5 Health Education
1.5
Physical Education I and II; Adapted Physical Education I and II for eligible students in special education; JROTC I, II, III, or IV; or Physical Education I (1 unit) and 1/2 unit of Marching Band, extracurricular sports, Cheerleading, or Dance Team
1.5
Physical Education I and one half unit from among the following: Physical Education II, Marching Band, extracurricular sports, Cheerleading, Dance Team
Adapted PE for eligible students or JROTC or may be substituted
NOTE: JROTC I and II may be used to meet the health education requirement. Refer to §2347.
Foreign Language
2 Two units from the same language (§2345)
Art
1
Art (§2333), Music (§2355), Dance (§2337), Theatre (§2369), Speech III and IV (one unit combined), Fine Arts Survey, Drafting, Media Arts (§2354), Photography I/II, Digital Photography, or Digital Design (§ 2338)
Electives/ Jump Start
3
Electives
9 Jump Start course sequence, workplace experiences, and approved credentials (a minimum of one industry-based credential is required for graduation)
Total Units 24 23
Graduation Requirements for Incoming Freshmen
2020-2021
*A student shall complete a regionally-designed, district-implemented series of Career and Technical Education (CTE) Jump Start coursework and workplace learning experiences leading to a statewide or regional Jump Start credential. Each student’s Jump Start graduation pathway shall include courses and workplace experiences specific to the credential, courses related to foundational career skills requirements, and other courses (including career electives) that the Jump Start regional team determines are appropriate for the career pathway. NOTE: See Act 403 (Regular Session 2015) for TOPS Tech requirements. ** The elective course Agriscience I is a prerequisite for Agriscience II. The resource for AP and IB course alignment is the TOPS weighted GPA grid. This table was compiled using Louisiana Board of Elementary and Secondary Education. Bulletin 741: Louisiana Handbook for School Administrators. Beginning in 2010-2011 and beyond, all students must pass three LEAP 2025 Tests in the following categories to earn a standard diploma: (a) English I or English II; (b) Algebra I or Geometry; and (c) Biology or U.S. History.
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TOPS Core Curriculum For the Opportunity, Performance and Honors Awards
For High School graduates of 2018 and thereafter
Units Courses1
ENGLISH = 4 Units
1 Unit English I
1 Unit English II
1 Unit from the following: English III, AP English Language Arts and Composition, or IB English III (Language A or Literature and Performance)
1 Unit from the following: English IV, AP English Literature and Composition, or IB English IV (Language A or Literature and Performance)
MATH = 4 Units
1 Unit Algebra I
1 Unit Geometry
1 Unit Algebra II
1 Unit from the following:
Algebra III; Advanced Math - Functions and Statistics, Advanced Math - Pre-Calculus, Pre-Calculus, or IB Math Methods I (Mathematical Studies SL); Calculus, AP Calculus AB, or IB Math Methods II (Mathematics SL); AP Calculus BC; Probability and Statistics or AP Statistics; IB Further Mathematics HL; IB Mathematics HL
SCIENCE = 4 Units
1 Unit Biology I
1 Unit Chemistry I
2 Units from the following:
Earth Science; Environmental Science; Physical Science; Agriscience I and Agriscience II (one unit combined); Chemistry II, AP Chemistry, or IB Chemistry II; AP Environmental Science or IB Environmental Systems; Physics I, AP Physics B, or IB Physics I; AP Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism, AP Physics C: Mechanics, or IB Physics II; AP Physics I and AP Physics II; Biology II, AP Biology, or IB Biology II
SOCIAL STUDIES = 4 Units
1 Unit from the following: U.S. History, AP U.S. History, or IB U.S. History
1 Unit from the following: Civics, Government, AP U.S. Government and Politics: Comparative, or AP U.S. Government and Politics: United States
2 Units from the following:
Western Civilization, European History, or AP European History; World Geography, AP Human Geography, or IB Geography; World History, AP World History, or IB World History; History of Religion; IB Economics, Economics, AP Macroeconomics, or AP Microeconomics
FOREIGN LANGUAGE = 2 Units
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Foreign Language, both units in the same language, which may also include the following AP and IB courses: AP Chinese Language and Culture, AP French Language and Culture, AP German Language and Culture, AP Italian Language and Culture, AP Japanese Language and Culture, AP Latin, AP Spanish Language and Culture, IB French IV, IB French V, IB Spanish IV, and IB Spanish V
ART = 1 Unit
1 Unit from the following:
Performance course in Music, Dance or Theatre; Fine Arts Survey; Art I, II, III, and IV; Talented Art I, II, III, and IV; Talented Music I, II, III and IV; Talented Theater Arts I, II, III, and IV; Speech III and Speech IV (one unit combined); AP Art History; AP Studio Art: 2-D Design; AP Studio Art: 3-D Design; AP Studio Art: Drawing; AP Music Theory; IB Film Study I; IB Film Study II; IB Music I; IB Music II; IB Art Design III; IB Art Design IV; IB Theatre I or Drafting
TOTAL = 19 Units
Please see reverse side for core (substitute) equivalents to the TOPS Core Curriculum
1 GIFTED COURSES: Any core curriculum course that is taken by a student who has been
identified as gifted pursuant to State Board of Elementary and Secondary Education (BESE)
policy and that is taken in fulfillment of the student’s Individualized Education Plan shall be
considered a “Gifted Course” and shall fulfill the core curriculum.
Beginning with students entering the 9th grade in 2014-2015 and graduating in the 2017-2018 school year and thereafter, the calculation of the TOPS Core Curriculum grade point average (GPA) will use a five- (5.00) point scale for grades earned in certain designated Advanced Placement (AP) courses; International Baccalaureate (IB) courses; Gifted courses; Dual Enrollment courses, Honors courses and Articulated courses offered for college credit by the Louisiana School for the Math, Science and the Arts used to complete the TOPS Core Curriculum. The courses currently designated to be calculated on the 5.00 point scale can be viewed at https://www.osfa.la.gov/5scale. For the designated courses, five quality points will be assigned to a letter grade of “A”, four quality points will be assigned to a letter grade of “B”, three quality points will be assigned to a letter grade of “C”, two quality points will be assigned to a letter grade of “D”, and zero quality points will be assigned to a letter grade of “F”. Note that students earning credit in courses graded on the five (5.00) point scale may earn a grade point average on the TOPS Core Curriculum that exceeds 4.00.
This core curriculum is accurate as of the date of
publication and includes courses listed in TOPS statue. Louisiana Office of Student Financial Assistance (LOSFA) A program of the Board of Regents P.O. Box 91202, Baton Rouge, LA 70821-9202 (800) 259-5626
SOUTHEASTERN LOUISIANA UNIVERSITY - Dual Enrollment Opportunities LHS is not responsible for changes made by the university. Courses and cost are subject to change.
LHS COURSE SLU COURSE
3 Algebra III (DE)- Full Year Math 161 – College Algebra (Whole Year) Cost: $225 for the year
Qualifications: 11th, or 12th grade; ACT composite ≥ 19 AND math sub-score ≥ 19; ≥ 2.5gpa
6 Chemistry (DE)(H) CHEM 101- General Chemistry I Cost $225 per semester CHEM 102- General Chemistry II
Qualifications: 11th, or 12th grade; ACT composite ≥ 19 AND math sub-score ≥ 19; ≥ 2.5gpa
6 English IV (DE)(H) ENGL 101 – English 101: Freshman Composition. Cost: $225 per semester ENGL 102 - English 102: Critical Reading and Writing
Qualifications: 11th, or 12th grade; ACT composite ≥ 19 AND English sub-score ≥ 18 AND math sub-score ≥ 19; ≥ 2.5gpa
3 Fine Arts (DE) – 1 Semester MUS 151- Music Appreciation Cost $225
Qualifications: 11th, or 12th grade; ACT composite ≥ 19 AND English sub-score ≥ 18 OR math sub-score ≥ 19; ≥ 2.5gpa
3 Introduction to Communication (DE)- 1 Semester
COMM 211 – Communication 211: Intro. to Public Speaking Cost: $225
Qualifications: 11th, or 12th grade; ACT composite ≥ 19 AND English sub-score ≥ 18 OR math sub-score ≥ 19; ≥ 2.5gpa
6 Pre-Calculus (DE)(H) MATH 161 – Mathematics 161: College Algebra Cost: $225 per semester MATH 162 – Mathematics 162: Trigonometry
Qualifications: 11th, or 12th grade; ACT composite ≥ 19 AND math sub-score ≥ 19; ≥ 2.5gpa
3 Psychology (DE)- 1 Semester PSYC 101 – Psychology 101: General Psychology I Cost: $225
Qualifications: 11th, or 12th grade; ACT composite ≥ 19 AND English sub-score ≥ 18 OR math sub-score ≥ 19; ≥ 2.5gpa
Qualifications: 11th, or 12th grade; ACT composite ≥ 19 AND English sub-score ≥ 18 OR math sub-score ≥ 19; ≥ 2.5gpa
3 Statistics (DE)(H)- Full Year MATH 241 – Elementary Statistics (Whole Year) Cost: $225 for the year
Qualifications: 11th, or 12th grade; ACT composite ≥ 19 AND math sub-score ≥ 19; ≥ 2.5gpa
3 TV Productions I (DE)- Full Year COMM 257—TV Productions (Channel 13) Cost: $225
Qualifications: 11th, or 12th grade; ACT composite ≥ 19 AND English sub-score ≥ 18 OR math sub-score ≥ 19; ≥ 2.5gpa (This course is taught off campus at Channel 13)
6 World History(DE) HIST 101: Western Civilization to 1500 Cost: $225 per semester HIST 102: Western Civilization since 1500
Qualifications: 11th, or 12th grade; ACT composite ≥ 19 AND English sub-score ≥ 18 OR math sub-score ≥ 19; ≥ 2.5gpa
Important Information Tuition is due Friday, August 28 for Fall and Year-Long courses and January 29, 2021 for Spring courses. If you do NOT
qualify for a class in which you have enrolled you will be removed from the class. You will be required to attach a copy
of your ACT score to your application. If you have taken the Pre-ACT only then you will attached the Pre-ACT score. If you have taken the ACT your Pre-ACT score cannot be used. See Mrs. Frederick in the front office with questions,
Qualifications for Dual Enrollment Credit: 11th or 12th grade; Can take this course for EITHER Dual Enrollment or Non-Dual Enrollment credit.
10 Certified Medical Assistant (Admittance to these courses may be through a lottery drawing)
MADE 1125, MADE 1135, MADE 1145 MADE 1155, MADE 1165
Qualifications: 12th grade only; This course is ONLY offered as Dual Enrollment. Must have >2.0 GPA and a >15 on English and Math on the Pre-ACT or ACT. This course is taught at off-campus therefore, you must have your own transportation.
Qualifications: 12th grade only; This course is ONLY offered as Dual Enrollment. Must have >2.0 GPA and a >15 on English and Math on the Pre-ACT or ACT. Successful completion of EMR (First Responder) Dual Enrollment. This course is taught off-campus therefore, you must have your own transportation.
Qualifications for Dual Enrollment Credit: 11th or 12th grade, must have a 1.8 GPA; Can take this course for EITHER Dual Enrollment or Non-Dual Enrollment credit. If you are planning on taking EMT or you need this credential for your pathway you MUST take this course for Dual Enrollment credit.
5 ProStart I CULA 1050 Sanitation & Safety (Nunez Community College)
Qualifications for Dual Enrollment Credit: 11th or 12th grade; Can take this course for EITHER Dual Enrollment or Non-Dual Enrollment credit.
7 ProStart II CULN 1500 Baking (Nunez Community College)
Qualifications for Dual Enrollment Credit: 11th or 12th grade; Can take this course for EITHER Dual Enrollment or Non-Dual Enrollment credit.
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NTCC and Nunez Community College Dual Enrollment Information:
-Applications for the 2020-2021 DE courses will be given on the first day of school during your dual enrollment class. -If payment is required it will be due Friday, August 28 for Fall courses and Friday, January 29, 2021 for Spring courses. -You will have to complete an application for each DE course you take and attach a copy of your PreACT or ACT score to EACH application. -Course fees are subject to change at any time. Students/Parents are responsible for fees not covered by state funding or for fees in excess of state funding. -Funding source available with Tops Tech Early Start funding.
Northshore Technical Community College and Nunez Community College Dual Enrollment Funding Option
TOPS Tech Early Start Program Information
The TOPS Tech Early Start award provides up to $600 per academic year for any eligible 11th or 12th grade student attending a Louisiana PUBLIC high school who wishes to concurrently enroll for up to six credit hours per semester at a public college in a vocational course of study leading to an industry-based certification in a Top Demand Occupation.
Standard Eligibility - Be in “Good Standing” as an 11th or 12th grade student in a Louisiana PUBLIC high school. - Achieve a cumulative GPA of 2.00 on a 4.00 scale (on all courses attempted) - Score a 15 or above on the mathematics AND English portion of the Pre- ACT or ACT, or a Silver Level score on the ACT WorkKeys assessment. - Enroll in a course in an Industry-Based Occupational or Vocational Education Credential Program in a top demand occupation
Other Funding Options: For courses such as C.N.A., EMT, and Auto Tech there are other funding opportunities available. Please see the School-to-Work Coordinator at the school for more details. Students who are not eligible for TOPS Tech can also pay for the Dual Enrollment course out-of-pocket at a discounted rate.
ENGLISH I Grade 9 Students will read and analyze selections from various literary genres in a thematic format. Vocabulary study and grammar review are integrated with the literature. Students will improve writing skills using the writing process to develop various forms of paragraphs and essays. Research components will be incorporated throughout the year. All students will take the LEAP 2025 test in this subject. ENGLISH I (HONORS) Grade 9 Prerequisite: Score of 5 points or more on the Honors rubric English I Honors is designed for the student with high reading ability and strong interest in developing writing skills. Students read and analyze nonfiction, short stories, epic drama, poetry, and selected novels of World and American Literature. Writing will focus on using the writing process to develop various types of essays and literary analysis. Vocabulary study will include new words from literary selections. Research components will be incorporated throughout the year. All students will take the LEAP 2025 test in this subject. ENGLISH I (GIFTED) Grade 9 Gifted classes require a current IEP identifying the
student as “gifted.” Research components will be
incorporated throughout the year. All students will
complete a summer reading assignment. All students
will take the LEAP 2025 test in this subject.
ENGLISH I (RESOURCE) Grade 9 Students will read and analyze selections from various literary genres in a thematic format. Vocabulary study and grammar review are integrated with the literature. Students will improve writing skills using the writing process to develop various forms of paragraphs and essays. Research components will be incorporated throughout the year. Special Education classes require a current IEP identifying the student as meeting special education criteria. Research components will be incorporated throughout the year. All students will take the LEAP 2025 test in this subject.
ENGLISH II Grade 10 English II is a survey of world literature including poetry, drama, short stories, and selected novels. Students review grammar skills with an emphasis on usage and sentence structure. Students will study vocabulary through literary content and use the writing process to develop various types of essays. Research components will be incorporated throughout the year. All students will take the LEAP 2025 test in this subject. ENGLISH II (HONORS) Grade 10 Prerequisite: Credit in Eng I Honors or Gifted Honors English II is designed for the student with strong critical thinking skills, high reading ability, and an interest in developing good writing. Students read and analyze nonfiction, short stories, epic drama, poetry and selected novels of World and American Literature. Writing will be focused on using the writing process to develop various types of essays and literary analysis. Vocabulary study will include new words from literary selections. Research components will be incorporated throughout the year. All students will take the LEAP 2025 test in this subject. ENGLISH II (GIFTED) Grade 10 Gifted classes require a current IEP identifying the student as “gifted.” Research components will be incorporated throughout the year. All students will complete a summer reading assignment. All students will take the LEAP 2025 test in this subject. ENGLISH II (RESOURCE) Grade 10 English II is a survey of world literature including poetry, drama, short stories, and selected novels. Students review grammar skills with an emphasis on usage and sentence structure. Students will study vocabulary through literary content and use the writing process to develop various types of essays. Research components will be incorporated throughout the year. Special Education classes require a current IEP identifying the student as meeting special education criteria. Research components will be incorporated throughout the year. All students will take the LEAP 2025 test in this subject.
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ENGLISH III Grade 11 English III is a chronological survey of American literature from the Colonial Period to contemporary times. Students will review historical background and analyze works of fiction, nonfiction and poetry. Novel study will be based on the state and parish curriculum along with teacher-recommended selections. Students will learn terminology to analyze complex literature and work to develop improved reading comprehension skills. Students will work to improve grammar, writing style and sentence structure through essay writing. Research components will be incorporated throughout the year.
ENGLISH III (AP) Grade 11 Possible college credit earned if 3 or higher scored on AP test. Prerequisite: Credit in Eng I & II Honors or Gifted This college-level course provides an in depth approach to the study of nonfiction and the terminology used to analyze it. Students will read to examine an author’s purpose in articles, essays, and novels. They will further develop their own writing skills by studying the structure and devices used to develop various modes of writing with a particular focus on grammar, argument and persuasion. Advanced Placement credit is available to students who take the AP Language and Composition Exam in the spring, and some class time will be used for preparation. Research components will be incorporated throughout the year. All students will complete a summer reading assignment. The AP test is required in the Spring approx. cost of $93.00. No refunds will be issued. Due to the course numbering system a schedule change request may result in having to take additional coursework in order to earn credit. ENGLISH III (RESOURCE) Grade 11 English III is a chronological survey of American literature from the Colonial Period to contemporary times. Students will review historical background and analyze works of fiction, nonfiction and poetry. Novel study will be based on the state and parish curriculum along with teacher-recommended selections. Students will learn terminology to analyze complex literature and work to develop improved reading comprehension skills. Students will work to improve grammar, writing style and sentence
structure through essay writing. Research components will be incorporated throughout the year. Special Education classes require a current IEP identifying the student as meeting special education criteria. Research components will be incorporated throughout the year. ENGLISH IV Grade 12 English IV is an introduction to British and world
literature from the first story ever put in print to the
work of contemporary British and international
writers. Students will read and analyze novels from
state and local curriculum. Writing and technology
skills will be developed through composition in
various modes. Students will also be required to
complete a senior project.
ENGLISH IV (DUAL ENROLLMENT W/HONORS CREDIT) ENGL 101 and ENGL 102; 6 hrs college credit 1 year course Grade 12 Prerequisite: Credit in Eng I, II & III Honors or Gifted See Page 10 for ACT requirements and tuition info. ENGL101: Instruction and practice in the basic principles of expository writing: the paragraph and the whole composition, the methods of development, the thesis, the outline and organization, the structure and style. ENGL102: Development of skills in reading critically, analyzing models of good writing, and writing in response to a variety of texts, including imaginative literature. Writing the argumentative essay, the critical essay, the research paper, and the essay examination. Due to the course numbering system, a schedule change request may result in having to take additional coursework in order to earn credit. BUSINESS ENGLISH Grade 11-12 Prerequisite: English I, English II Students will enhance written and verbal communication
skills that are essential to success in business
organizations and industry. Students are expected to read,
comprehend, interpret, and analyze literary and
informational texts and to create and publish documents
such as reports, essays, letters, commercials, and
technical manuals. Students study rhetorical devices and
persuasive techniques and apply research skills to identify
a successful career path.
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ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE (ESL) Grade 9-12 ESL I, II, III, IV These courses develop proficiency skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing from beginning to advanced levels and expand vocabulary, grammar, and reading comprehension through the content areas. Emphasis is placed on contextual understanding, linking to real-life experiences, interactive communication, and personal expression. The focus is on developing cognitive academic language proficiency and the vocabulary essential for acquiring classroom survival skills, while at the same time expanding the basic interpersonal communicative skills required to function successfully in daily life.
Mathematics
ALGEBRA I Grade 9 This course includes understanding the use of the language of algebra, performing operations with real numbers, solving linear equations and inequalities, computations with polynomials, factoring polynomials, performing operations with algebraic fractions, solving quadratic equations and understanding the integration of algebra with other mathematics. All students will take the LEAP 2025 test in this subject. ALGEBRA I (HONORS) Grade 9 Prerequisite: Score of 5 points or more on the Honors rubric This course includes understanding the use of the language of algebra, performing operations with real numbers, solving linear equations and inequalities, solving systems of equations, computations with polynomials, factoring polynomials, performing operations with algebraic fractions, solving quadratic equations and understanding the integration of algebra with other mathematics. Emphasis is placed on real world applications. A graphing calculator is strongly recommended for this course. All students will take the LEAP 2025 test in this subject. ALGEBRA I (RESOURCE) Grade 9 A current IEP identifying the student as meeting Special Education criteria is required. All students will take the LEAP 2025 test in this subject. GEOMETRY Grades 10 Prerequisite: Algebra I
This course covers all topics discussed in On Level Geometry but more emphasis is placed on applications. Additional topics covered include trigonometry, polygons, similar triangles, and probability. Appropriate use of scientific and graphing calculators, manipulative and applications software will be an integral part of the instruction and assessment. Students will be expected to demonstrate transferring of geometric concepts to new and different situations. All students will take the LEAP 2025 test in this subject. GEOMETRY (HONORS) Grade 9-10 Prerequisite: Credit in Algebra I Honors or Gifted This course covers all topics discussed in On Level Geometry but more emphasis is placed on applications. Additional topics covered include trigonometry, polygons, similar triangles, and probability. Appropriate use of scientific and graphing calculators, manipulative and applications software will be an integral part of the instruction and assessment. Emphasis is placed on independent modeling, practice, discovery and problem-solving assignments and projects. Students will be expected to demonstrate transferring of geometric concepts to new and different situations. All students will take the LEAP 2025 test in this subject. GEOMETRY (GIFTED) Grades 10 A current IEP identifying the student as “gifted” is required. All students will take the LEAP 2025 test in this subject. GEOMETRY (RESOURCE) Grade 10 A current IEP identifying the student as meeting Special Education criteria is required. All students will take the LEAP 2025 test in this subject. ALGEBRA II Grades 11 Prerequisite: Algebra I and Geometry This course includes working with properties of real numbers, sets and set notation, equations and inequalities, graphing systems of equations, relations and functions, rational expressions, radicals and quadratic functions, complex numbers and quadratic equations, conic sections and exponential and logarithmic functions. ALGEBRA II (HONORS) Grades 10-11
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Prerequisite: Credit in Alg I Honors or Gifted AND Geometry Honors or Gifted This course covers all topics presented in Algebra II but in greater depth. More emphasis is place on theory, derivation, and real world applications. A graphing calculator is strongly recommended for this course. ALGEBRA II (GIFTED) Grades 10-11 Prerequisite: Credit in Alg I Honors or Gifted AND credit in Geometry Honors or Gifted A current IEP identifying the student as “gifted” is required prior to enrollment. ALGEBRA III Grades 11-12 Prerequisite: Credit in Algebra I, Geometry, and Algebra II Students will solidify topics learned in Algebra II, while focusing on work with many types of functions such as polynomial, rational, radical, exponential, and logarithmic. Modeling real-life problems and fitting data to those models will be an integral component this course. This course will give students the work needed in preparation for College Algebra. ALGEBRA III (DUAL ENROLLMENT/HONORS CREDIT) MATH161; 3 hrs college credit 1 year course See Page 10 for ACT requirements and tuition info. Grades 11-12 A study of families of functions and their graphs. Topics include linear, polynomial, rational, exponential and logarithmic functions, and systems of equations. Functions will be used to model and solve application-based problems. Due to the course numbering system, a schedule change request may result in having to take additional coursework in order to earn credit. PRE-CALCULUS (DUAL ENROLLMENT/HONORS CREDIT) MATH 161 and MATH 162; 6 hrs college credit 1 year course See Page 10 for ACT requirements and tuition info. Grades 11-12 Prerequisite: Credit in Alg I, Geometry & Alg II Honors or Gifted MATH 161: A study of families of functions and their graphs. Topics include linear, polynomial, rational, exponential and logarithmic functions, and systems of equations. MATH 162: The study of trigonometric functions. Topics include the laws of sine and cosine, the
trigonometric functions and their graphs, inverse trigonometric functions, trigonometric identities and equations, complex numbers, graphs of parametric equations and graphs in polar coordinates. Due to the course numbering system, a schedule change request may result in having to take additional coursework in order to earn credit. CALCULUS (AP) Possible college credit for Engineering Majors if 3 or higher scored on AP test. Grade 12 Prerequisite: A “B” or better in Pre-Calculus Honors This course is a study of the concepts of differential and integral calculus. It is designed for self-motivated, self-disciplined students who are interested in taking the advanced placement test for college credit. It will involve intense preparation for both multiple choice and free response sections of the Advanced Placement test. A graphing calculator (preferably TI-84 or TI Nspire) is required for this course. All students will complete a summer project. The AP test is required in the Spring approx. cost of $97.00. No refunds will be issued. Due to the course numbering system, a schedule change request may result in having to take additional coursework in order to earn credit. STATISTICS (DUAL ENROLLMENT/HONORS CREDIT) MATH 241; 3 hrs college credit Prerequisite: Passed Pre-Calculus DE (Math 161) OR Algebra III DE (Math 161) See Page 10 for ACT requirements and tuition info. Grade 12 Elementary Statistics: An introduction to statistical reasoning. Topics include graphical display of data, measures of central tendency and variability, sampling theory, the normal curve, standard scores, Student’s T, Chi Square, and correlation techniques. Due to the course numbering system, a schedule change request may result in having to take additional coursework in order to earn credit. FINANCIAL LITERACY Grades 10-12 Prerequisite: Algebra I This course focuses on personal finance. Students will explore important life skills through mathematical applications. Topics address decision making and personal responsibilities such as understanding paychecks and income, budgeting, banking, credit, loans, buying a house, buying a car, insurance, and investments.
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MATH ESSENTIALS Grades 10-12 Prerequisite: Algebra 1 This course builds upon conceptual understanding and foundations found in algebra and geometry. Topics include: ratio, proportion, probability, statistics, geometry of two and three dimensional objects, right triangle geometry and trigonometry, linear functions, special non-liner functions, quadratic functions, and other foundational math topics.
Science
BIOLOGY Grade 9 A generalized study of molecules to living organisms and their environments. The course will include a study of evolution, genetics & heredity, ecosystems, and sexual education. (If time permits, a broad overview of human body systems and dissections) All students will take the LEAP 2025 test in this subject. BIOLOGY (HONORS) Grades 9 Prerequisite: Score of 5 points or more on the Honors rubric A generalized study of molecules to living organisms and their environments. The course will include a study of evolution, genetics & heredity, ecosystems, cellular processes, and sexual education. (If time permits, a broad overview of human body systems and dissections) The pace of this course will be faster than other Biology classes. All students will take an End of Course (EOC) test in this subject. BIOLOGY (GIFTED) Grade 9 A current IEP identifying the student as “gifted” is required. All students will take the LEAP 2025 test in this subject. PHYSICAL SCIENCE Grade 10 This course provides an introduction to chemistry and
physics topics such as the study of matter and the
periodic table of elements as well as the study of
forces, simple machines, electricity, light and sound.
Lab activities and teacher demonstrations support
individual learning.
PHYSICAL SCIENCE (HONORS) Grade 10 Prerequisite: Honors Biology I credit
This is a lab-based course designed to prepare students for high school chemistry and physics. It includes an in-depth study of the basic concepts, principals, laws and theories of physical science. CHEMISTRY Grades 11-12 Prerequisite: Enrolled in or completed Algebra II Topics covered will include measurement and
quantitative analysis using dimensional analysis and the SI
system, the language of Chemistry, the structure and
properties of matter, atomic structure and theory,
properties of elements and their periodicity, use of the
periodic table, chemical bonding, the nature of chemical
reactions and representing reactions, the mole concept
and stoichiometry, solutions, acids and bases,
neutralization , the gas laws, carbon compounds and
nuclear chemistry.
CHEMISTRY (DUAL ENROLLMENT/HONORS CREDIT) CHEM 101 and CHEM 102 6 hrs college credit (General Chem Credit; will only count as an elective for Science Majors) Prerequisite: Credit in both Biology Honors and Physical Science Honors. Credit or concurrent enrollment in Algebra II. See Page 10 for ACT requirements and tuition info. Grades 11-12 CHEM 101: Metric and temperature conversions, density,calorimetry,mixtures/compounds/elementschemical and physical properties, structure of the atom and electron configuration, periodic table, bonding, chemical formulas and nomenclature, moles, stoichiometry, chemical reactions, gas laws, and properties of gases, liquids and solids. CHEM 102: Covering topics such as: solutions, concentrations (% composition and molarity), acids/bases, pH, buffers, kinetics, equilibrium, solubility, oxidation/reduction, nuclear chemistry, and an introduction into organic chemistry and biochemistry. Due to the course numbering system, a schedule change request may result in having to take additional coursework in order to earn credit. ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE Grade 11-12 Environmental science is the study of human interactions
with the environment designed to provide students with a
balanced approach to the diverse study of the environment.
Emphasis in the course is the study of science and the
development of thinking and decision making skills.
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Students will improve their awareness of environmental
problems we are facing now and will be facing in the future.
BIOLOGY II Grades 11-12 Prerequisite: Credit in Biology I and currently enrolled in or completed Chemistry. This course is designed for high school students to gain a deeper understanding of biology or healthcare related fields. The course will cover anatomy and physiology of each human body system in great detail. This class includes dissection labs. BIOLOGY II (HONORS) Grade 11-12 Prerequisite: Credit in Biology Honors or Gifted and be currently enrolled in or completed Chemistry This is a challenging, past paced course taught at an advanced level. This course is designed for students who plan to pursue careers in biology or a healthcare related field. The course will cover anatomy and physiology of each human body system in great detail. This class includes dissection labs. Due to the course numbering system, a schedule change request may result in having to take additional coursework in order to earn credit. CHEMISTRY II (AP) Grade 12 Possible college credit in Chemistry if score of 3 or higher is achieved. College credit possible for Science majors. Prerequisite: Environmental Science, Chemistry, Biology, and Algebra I, and Algebra II AP Chemistry II is a second year Chemistry course offered to students with a high aptitude in mathematics and science. Students must have credit in Algebra II. This classs is a first year survey of college chemistry with accompanying labs as required for the AP course. The AP test is required in the Spring approx. cost of $93.00. No refunds will be issued. Due to the course numbering system, a schedule change request may result in having to take additional coursework in order to earn credit. PHYSICS (HONORS) Grade 12 Prerequisite: Must be concurrently enrolled in or have credit for Pre-Calc or Alg III. This course consists of an advanced study of force, motion, work, energy and its conservation, simple machines, and efficiency, power, fluids, and pressure magnetism, electricity, radiation, and wave
phenomenon including sound and light. This is a math/ laboratory-based course that deals with the application of the natural laws and with problem solving with emphasis on measurement using the SI system, dimensional analysis, and algebraic manipulation of Physics equations. FORENSICS (ELECTIVE CREDIT) Grade 11-12 1 year course Forensic Science focuses on the collection, identification and analysis of crime scene evidence. Students will apply their prior knowledge of biology, physical science, and mathematics to the field of crime scene investigation. Students will use a scientific approach to the investigation of crime of assault, abuse and neglect, domestic violence, accidental death, homicide, and the psychology of criminal behavior. Students will learn terminology and investigate procedures related to crime scene, questioning, interviewing, criminal behavior characteristics, truth detection, and scientific procedures used to solve crimes. Using scientific methods, students will collect and analyze evidence through case studies and simulated crime scenes such as fingerprint analysis, ballistics, and blood splatter analysis. LAB ASSISTANT (ELECTIVE CREDIT)
Grade (12) 1 Semester or 1 Year Elective Required: Teacher Recommendation
Social Studies
WORLD GEOGRAPHY Grade 9 In today’s highly mobile and interconnected world, it
has become essential to deepen our understanding of
different places. Countries and regions of the world
possess various study of world geography identifies
each place in terms of its physical (climate, land
forms, resources) and human (economics, political
organization, culture) features.
WORLD GEOGRAPHY (HONORS) Grades 9 Prerequisite: Score of 5 points or more on the Honors rubric In today’s highly mobile and interconnected world, it has become essential to deepen our understanding of different places. Countries and regions of the world possess various study of world geography identifies each place in terms of its physical (climate, land forms, resources) and human (economics,
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political organization, culture) features. Additional coursework will be expected beyond on-level World Geography to satisfy the rigor of the honor’s curriculum. Due to the course numbering system, a schedule change request may result in having to take additional coursework in order to earn credit.
WORLD GEOGRAPHY (GIFTED) Grade 9 A current IEP identifying the student as “gifted” is required prior to enrollment. GOVERNMENT Grade 10 Government is the study of the rights, duties, and privileges of citizenship in American society with a focus on the structure and function of federal, state, and local government. The second semester is an in-depth study of the American economic system. Students will learn economic theory in addition to political aspects of the business world. Topics include: taxes, credit, insurance, budgets, marketing, international trade, the government’s role in the economy, and ways to invest. GOVERNMENT (HONORS) Grade 10 Prerequisite: Credit in World Geography Honors or Gifted This course is designed to cover the foundations of the U.S. political system; development, structures, and functions of the U.S. governmental system; and State and Local government. The students are provided with the opportunity to use analytical, decision making, and discussion skills that translate into good citizenship skills. The second semester is an in-depth study of the American economic system. Students will learn economic theory in addition to political aspects of the business world. Topics include: taxes, credit, insurance, budgets, marketing, international trade, the government’s role in the economy, and ways to invest. Due to the course numbering system, a schedule change request may result in having to take additional coursework in order to earn credit. GOVERNMENT (GIFTED) Grade 10 A current IEP identifying the student as “gifted” is
required.
U.S. HISTORY Grades 11 American History is a survey course that examines American history from Reconstruction to the present.
Emphasis is on the development of historical concepts through basic readings and historical research. All students will take the LEAP 2025 test in this subject. U.S. HISTORY (H) Grades 11 Prerequisite: Credit in Honors or Gifted World Geography or AP Human Geography and Honors Government This course is an in-depth study of the colonial period to the Civil War. Major emphasis of the course will be from the Reconstruction to the present. A major part of the course will include essay writing and independent research that will include research papers. All students will take the LEAP 2025 test in this subject. Due to the course numbering system, a schedule change request may result in having to take additional coursework in order to earn credit. WORLD HISTORY Grades 11-12 This survey course is a chronological study of Renaissance and Modern World History. Using a multidisciplinary approach, World History is a balanced program that examines the world through a variety of perspectives. The first semester examines Renaissance through European Imperialism. The second semester evaluates the world from WWI to modern history. The student will receive a broad overview of events around the world that helped develop today’s contemporary global society. WORLD HISTORY (DUAL ENROLLMENT AND HONORS CREDIT) HIST 101 AND HIST 102 6 hours college credit Prerequisite: Credit in World Geography or AP Human Geography, Government, and U.S. History. See Page 10 for ACT requirements and tuition info. Grade 12 HIST 101: Western Civilization to 1500. Four units on the Ancient Near East; the Ancient Greeks; the Ancient Roman World; and the Middle Ages. Includes in-depth coverage of the role of women. HIST 102: Western Civilization since 1500. A survey of Western Civilization from 1500 to the present. Four units on the Renaissance and Reformation (to 1610); Absolutism and Enlightenment (1610-1789); Revolutions and Nationalism (1789-1914); and Modern Europe (1914-present). Includes in-depth coverage of the role of women. Due to the course numbering system, a schedule change request may result in having to take additional coursework in order to earn credit.
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LAW STUDIES (ELECTIVE) 1 year elective Grades 11-12 Certification: FEMA NIMS This course covers criminal and civil law. The purpose of this course is to broaden the student’s knowledge of the American legal system. PSYCHOLOGY (ELECTIVE) 1 year elective Grades 11-12 The study of human behavior enables the student to develop a better understanding of oneself and others. Areas of study include introduction to psychology, altered states of consciousness, the human lifespan, personality theory, psychological testing, stress and health, psychological disturbance, and psychotherapy. PSYCHOLOGY (DUAL ENROLLMENT AND HONORS CREDIT) PSY 101; 3 hrs college credit 1 Semester Elective See Page 10 for ACT requirements and tuition info. Grade 11-12 A survey of the science of mind and behavior of humans and other animals. Topics may include the scientific method, history of psychology, learning, development, personality, social psychology, and psychopathology. Due to the course numbering system, a schedule change request may result in having to take additional coursework in order to earn credit. SOCIOLOGY (DUAL ENROLLMENT AND HONORS CREDIT) SOC 101; 3 hrs college credit 1 Semester Elective See Page 10 for ACT requirements and tuition info. A study of culture, social organization, and social relations. Due to the course numbering system, a schedule change request may result in having to take additional coursework in order to earn credit.
Agriscience
Industrial Technology
The successful completion of Ag Science I and II will satisfy 1 Science credit. If used for Science credit it will not count as an elective credit.
AGRISCIENCE I Grades 9-11 This course is an introductory course that allows a student to explore many basic areas of agriculture.
FFA leadership, basic plant and animal science, horticulture, food science and entomology are all discussed. AGRISCIENCE II Prerequisite: Agriscience I Grades 10-12 This course is a continuation of Agriculture I. A more in-depth study of plant and animal systems, recordkeeping, horticulture, livestock evaluations and soil science is presented. AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY I(ASE) AUTO 1501 and AUTO 1401 8 hours college credit Prerequisites: Must be at least 16 years old 2 Hour class block; Off-campus at Covington High Certifications: Various ASE
Grades 11-12 This two hour block shop/classroom experience program covers the competencies and knowledge necessary for an individual to master basic automotive skills, select and safely use power tools, jacks, and hoisting equipment, and earn entry level certifications in steering and suspensions, brakes, electrical and engine performance. Must provide own transportation to and from class. CITF PRE-APPRENTICESHIP Grades 9-12 Certification: CITF Pre-Apprenticeship The CITF Pre-Apprenticeship Curriculum is a prerequisite to CITF Carpentry. Its modules cover topics such as Basic Safety, Communication Skills and Introduction to Construction Drawings. CITF Carpentry I Grades 10- 12 Prerequisite: CITF PRE-APPRENTICESHIP credit or concurrent enrollment Certification: CITF Carpentry Helper or CITF Carpentry Level 1 Students learn basic skills in the field of Carpentry and safety in the use of Carpentry tools. BASIC TECHNICAL DRAFTING
Grades 9-12 Certification: Auto Desk AutoCAD and/or Auto Desk Inventor This class is designed to give students a general overview of the basic concepts that are common to the broad field of technical drafting. Drafting provides students the ability to read and understand drawings that are concerned with the assembly,
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installation, and operation of common household products. Students should be able to develop the ability to visualize relationships between objects and working drawings. CMAD DRAFTING Dual Enrollment opportunity but not required. CADD 1210 and CADD 1215 4 hours college credit See Page 11 for ACT requirements and tuition info. Grades 10-12
Certification: Auto Desk AutoCAD and/or Auto Desk Inventor Only grades 11-12 can Dual Enroll Prerequisite: Basic Technical Drafting This class is designed to allow students to improve and develop their drafting techniques and will provide information about various fields of engineering, industry, and manufacturing. Students will be encouraged to experiment and do further study to enhance their understanding of material processes, and products of engineering. Technical accuracy is necessary, and related mathematics, science, and technical vocabulary are taught simultaneously with practical activities. ARCHITECTURAL DRAFTING Dual Enrollment opportunity but not required
CADD 1220 and DRFT 2320 6 hours college credit Prerequisite: CMAD Drafting credit or concurrent enrollment See Page 11 for ACT requirements and tuition info.
Grades 11-12 Certification: Auto Desk AutoCAD and/or Auto Desk Inventor This course involves the study of architectural drafting techniques and identifying the steps in planning a residence. They will identify the characteristics which affect building design and for developing a preliminary residential sketch using 3D CADD. INTRODUCTION TO ENGINEERING Grade 9-12 This course is an overview of the engineering fields, design process, and techniques used by engineers. Students will learn the basics of computer assisted drafting and design software, collaboration and problem-solving in this foundation course of the Project Lead the Way Pathway to the Engineering sequence.
Allied Health Sciences
HEALTH SCIENCE I/HEALTH OCCUPATIONS Grades 9-12 This course provides an introduction to medical occupations and professions. Various health careers are investigated along with skills and qualities necessary in the healthcare profession. HEALTH SCIENCE II /MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY Prerequisite: Biology I Grades 10-12 In this course students will learn the foundation for listening, reading, speaking, and writing medical terms along with anatomy, physiology, pathology and pharmacology. The course is recommended for any student interested in pursuing a career in the medical field. EMERGENCY MEDICAL RESPONDER/FIRST RESPONDER HEMS 1110 and HEMS 1170 2 college credit hours See Page 11 for ACT requirements and tuition info. Grades 11-12 All students in this course will be dually enrolled with Northshore Technical Community College and students must adhere to the college attendance policy. All students pursuing the Emergency Medical Responder certification must be a junior or senior in high school. Students must pass both a psychomotor exam and a cognitive exam in order to attain EMR certification. Per the Louisiana Bureau of Emergency Medical Services, students must meet the following criteria in order to enroll in the course:
Be proficient in reading, writing, and
speaking the English language.
Must have a 1.85 cumulative GPA prior to
entering the EMR program and maintain a
2.0 course GPA while in the program.
Be a minimum of 16 years of age by the
scheduled end date of the EMR course.
If less than 18 years of age, the student must
provide the course instructor with a parental
permission form, with the signature of a
parent or guardian, verifying approval for
enrollment in the course.
Have no physical or mental impairment that
would render the student unable to perform
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all practical skills required for the level of
licensure without accommodation.
Currently possess or earn in the EMR course
a current AHA BLS CPR (or equivalent) card.
Not have an arrest/conviction record that
has not been cleared by the EMS
Certification Commission.
Maintain a professional appearance in line
with local EMS expectations and in
accordance with the local school district
policy.
Not be under the influence of any drugs or
intoxicating substances that impair the
ability to provide patient care or operate a
motor vehicle while in class or clinicals, while
on duty, when responding to, or assisting in
the care of a patient.
Review and attest in writing receipt of an
agreement to adhere to the policies
contained in the Dual Enrollment EMS
Program Student Handbook.
Documentation from a physician attesting to
the students’ ability to perform the duties of
an Emergency Medical Technician
Responder (physical exam.)
Successful completion of the Emergency Medical Responder course and EMR certification are a prerequisite for enrollment in the Emergency Medical Technician course as a senior. The courses may not be taken concurrently. CERTIFIED NURSE ASSISTANT/CERTIFIED CLINICAL MEDICAL
ASSISTANT CNA: HCOR 1211, HCOR 1214, HMDT 1170 6 college credit hours CMA: MAST 1110 MAST 1230 MAST 2130 MAST 2210 5 college credit hours 1 Year Elective 2 Hour class block See Page 11 for ACT requirements and tuition info. Grade 12 and at least 16 years of age Prerequisites: The following are required in order to take the course:
1. Right to Review background check (must be
completed before Day 1 of class)
2. Proof of immunization
3. Physical exam
4. American Heart Association BLS CPR
certification
5. Tuberculosis Test
6. Flu shot
7. Scrubs (school will provide more
information)
Students must pass both a written content component and a demonstrated skills component in order to attain certification. Clinical training must be performed in a nursing home or on a Skilled Nursing Unit. All students in this course will be dually enrolled with Northshore Technical Community College and students must adhere to the college attendance policy. A district lottery drawing is held for admittance to the CNA/CMA program because space is limited. EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECH (EMT) HEMS 1200 and HEMS 1300 6 college credit hours 1 Year Elective 2 Hour class block See Page 11 for ACT requirements and tuition info. Grade 12 All students in this course will be dually enrolled with Northshore Technical Community College and students must adhere to the college attendance policy. All EMT students are committed to one full year of class. All students pursuing the Emergency Medical Responder certification must be a senior in high school and must already be a certified Emergency Medical Responder (EMR.) Students must pass both a psychomotor exam and a cognitive exam in order to attain EMT certification. Per the Louisiana Bureau of Emergency Medical Services, students must meet the following criteria in order to enroll in the course:
Be proficient in reading, writing, and
speaking the English language.
Must have a 2.0 cumulative GPA prior to
entering the EMT program and maintain a
2.0 course GPA while in the program.
Be a minimum of 16 years of age at the
conclusion date of the EMT course.
If less than 18 years of age, the student must
provide the course instructor with a parental
permission form, with the signature of a
parent or guardian, verifying approval for
enrollment in the course.
Have no physical or mental impairment that
would render the student unable to perform
all practical skills required for the level of
licensure without accommodation.
Must possess a current AHA BLS CPR (or
equivalent) card.
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Not have an arrest/conviction record that
has not been cleared by the EMS
Certification Commission.
Maintain a professional appearance in line
with local EMS expectations and in
accordance with the local school district
policy.
Not be under the influence of any drugs or
intoxicating substances that impair the
ability to provide patient care or operate a
motor vehicle while in class or clinicals, while
on duty, when responding to, or assisting in
the care of a patient.
Review and attest in writing their
acceptance and understanding of the EMT
Functional Position Statement.
Review and attest in writing receipt of an
agreement to adhere to the policies
contained in the Dual Enrollment EMS
Program Student Handbook.
Documentation from a physician attesting to
the students’ ability to perform the duties of
an Emergency Medical Technician
Responder (physical exam.)
EMT students must provide the following: 1. Physical exam (use provided form)
2. Proof of immunization
3. Tuberculosis test results
4. Proof of flu shot
5. Non-skid black, ankle-support boots
6. Scrubs (school will provide more
information)
Business Education
Information Technology
ACCOUNTING Prerequisite: Successful completion or current enrollment of Algebra II. Grades 11-12 The course covers the financial accounting cycle. Accounting theory and Excel is emphasized. Certification candidates will demonstrate the fundamentals of creating and managing worksheets and workbooks, creating cells and ranges, creating tables, applying formulas and functions and creating charts and objects. INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS COMPUTER APPLICATIONS
(IBCA) Grades 9-12
Certifications: Microsoft Word and Power Point Introduction to Business Computer Applications is a
course designed to assist students in preforming tasks
in Word and PowerPoint. Advanced topics in
Microsoft Word, and PowerPoint will be covered.
A Word Certified individuals will establish their ability
to perform a number of Word tasks, such as creating
and managing documents, formatting text,
paragraphs and sections, creating tables and lists,
applying references and inserting and formatting
objects.
A PowerPoint Certified will be able to demonstrate
their ability to create and manage presentations,
insert and format shapes and slides, create slide
content, apply transitions and animations and
manage multiple presentations.
BUSINESS COMPUTER APPLICATIONS (BCA) Grades 9-12 Prerequisite: Completion of IBCA Students will study Excel both semesters and obtain Word and Power Point Certifications if not obtained in IBCA. The course prepares the student for MOS Certification in Excel, Word, and Power Point. The Excel Certification candidates will demonstrate the fundamentals of creating and managing worksheets and workbooks, creating cells and ranges, creating tables, applying formulas and functions and creating charts and objects. CIW (Web Development) PREREQUISITE: Successful completion of Word 2013 and PowerPoint 2013 Industry Based Certifications. GRADES 11-12 1) CIW Site Development Associate (associated with Web Foundations) The CIW Web Foundations Series consists of three foundational courses and three corresponding certification exams that teach and validate more than mere digital literacy skills. For candidates who want to take one CIW Web Foundations course and one exam which covers all three CIW Web Foundation disciplines (CIW Internet Business Associate, CIW Site Development Associate and CIW Network Technology Associate) the CIW Web Foundations Associate certification is available. Certified CIW Web Foundations Associates have validated their understanding of important technologies that affect virtually every business. Once certified, these individuals are ready to pursue specialties in Web
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design, e-commerce, JavaScript, databases and other fields. Site Development Associate teaches you essential Web page development skills. You will learn to develop Web sites using Hypertext Markup Language version 5 (HTML5) and Cascading Style Sheets (CSS). You will learn to write code manually, as well as use graphical user interface (GUI) authoring tools. You will also learn to insert images, create hyperlinks, and add tables, forms, video, and audio to your Web pages. CUSTOMER SERVICE Grade 10-12 Prerequisite: At least 15 years old by Nov. 1, 2019. Certification: Customer Service and Sales Students will explore a variety of careers in Louisiana’s high-demand industry sectors. They will also learn about a variety of topics important for entering the workforce including workplace etiquette, dressing the part, and handling conflict in the workplace. Customer Service and Sales Professional Credential and/or the designation of Certified Guest Service Professional. PRINCIPLES OF BUSINESS Grades 11-12 Certification: Regional Micro Enterprise This course is an introductory course that provides
students with basic business operations skills that can
be applied in both personal and professional
situations. Emphasis is placed on the exploration and
description of basic business concepts and
applications. Through business application projects
critical-thinking, oral and written communication
skills are reinforced in this course.
ENTREPRENEURSHIP Prerequisite: Successful completion of Principles of Business and Regional Micro-Enterprise Industry Based Certification Grade 12 Certification: State-Wide Micro-Enterprise Using real-life applications, students will be guided step-by-step through the entire process of owning their own business including developing a business plan for a mock business. Students can analyze whether a business concept is "doable," and then create a recommendation presentation as well as master key concepts in managing the talent that works in a business start-up and a successful small business. Students practice networking skills, the ability to interact effectively with unfamiliar adults.
Students complete individual and team hands-on exercises to develop critical components of Business and/or Marketing Plans. Students practice their ability to make persuasive, concise business pitches. Quest for Success Grade: 9-10 Certification: OSHA 10 This course highlights skills students will need for college and career success. In addition to a continued emphasis on mastering soft skills, students will learn about post-secondary options, post-secondary personal finance, workplace safety, and how to effectively conduct research on potential careers. Internship I Grade 12 This course provides opportunities to study a particular field in-depth and to serve as an intern in an area of the public or private sector. Students are placed at on-site work internships for a minimum of six hours of work per week. The work sites are under the direction of the person engaged in the career field which the student has selected. Students also have regularly scheduled weekly class at school. Students furnish their own transportation to the internship.
Communications
INTRODUCTION TO COMMUNICATIONS (DUAL ENROLLMENT) COMM 211; 3 hrs college credit 1 semester elective See Page 10 for ACT requirements and tuition info. Grades 11-12 Course includes a variety of experiences that develop basic concepts of the oral communication process. The class includes communication theory as well as speech preparation and delivery
PUBLICATIONS I (YEARBOOK I) 1 year elective Grades 10-12 Teacher approval required (Application Needed) This class produces the Lakeshore High School yearbook. After school work and sales are required. Any student interested in working on the yearbook staff must obtain an application form. The student must schedule the course for both the fall and spring semesters. PUBLICATIONS II (YEARBOOK II)
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1 year elective Grades 10-12 Teacher approval required (Application Needed) This class produces the Lakeshore High School
yearbook. After school work and sales are required.
Any student interested in working on the yearbook
staff must obtain an application form. The student
must schedule the course for both the fall and spring
semesters.
SPEECH I Grades 9-12 Students will learn the types of introductions and conclusions, organizational skills, and the types of speeches needed to carry them into any career field. The second semester develops choral reading and interpretational reading skills. SPEECH II Grades 10-12 Prerequisite: Speech I Students will learn advanced oral communication skills. The students will be given practical experience in oral interpretations, individual and group research presentations, debate and drama. TELEVISION BROADCASTING I 1 year elective Grades 10-12 Prerequisite: Speech I and Teacher Approval Certification: Adobe Premier Students will learn basic broadcasting terminology,
camera techniques, and operation of editing
equipment, with an emphasis in the post-production
environment. Topics on lighting, audio for video,
script writing, and storyboards will also be
introduced. Students will further explore the world
of broadcasting including but not limited to operating
a camera from a tripod and “off the shoulder”, shot
framing, how to use and follow a “shot list”, and
outdoor lighting techniques. Students will be
expected to direct, act, and edit short films, music
videos, commercials, etc. Attending school sporting
events and functions is required. The student must
schedule the course for both the fall and spring
semesters. Any student interested in working on the
broadcast staff must obtain an application form.
TELEVISION BROADCASTING II 1 year elective Grades 10-12
Prerequisite: Television Broadcast I, Adobe Premier Pro Certification, and Teacher Approval Required Students will learn basic broadcasting terminology,
camera techniques, and operation of editing
equipment, with an emphasis in the post-production
environment. Topics on lighting, audio for video,
script writing, and storyboards will also be
introduced. Students will further explore the world
of broadcasting including but not limited to operating
a camera from a tripod and “off the shoulder”, shot
framing, how to use and follow a “shot list”, and
outdoor lighting techniques. Students broadcast on
the school’s broadcasting network and will be
responsible for putting together senior video.
Attending school sporting events and functions is
required. The student must schedule the course for
both the fall and spring semesters.
TELEVISION PRODUCTION I (DUAL ENROLLMENT) COMM 257 3 college credit hours Class taught off campus at Channel 13 See Page 10 for ACT requirements and tuition info. The course offers the student experience in all phases of studio and field production including conception, scripting, camera operation, editing, and graphics, lighting and audio. The student is required to provide his/her own transportation to and from the Tech Center.
Family and Consumer Science
Culinary Arts
CHILD DEVELOPMENT/ADV CHILD DEVELOPMENT Grades 11-12 Growth and development of the child, care of the
child from prenatal to 3 years of age, observation
techniques, child care facilities, and child
development careers are covered.
NUTRITION AND FOOD/ ADV NUTRITION AND FOOD Grades 10-12 Basic principles of nutrition, meal planning,
preparation and service of simple meals, optimal use
of the food dollar, and job opportunities in food
related occupations at the entry level are explored.
Appropriate labs accompany each topic studied.
PROSTART I Grades 11-12 Prerequisite: Nutrition and Food Certification: Serve Safe
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Dual Enrollment opportunity but not required. This is a career preparation class offering an opportunity for an on-site work internship. At school, students learn the basics of the food service industry which include careers in the food industry, organization and management, professionalism, safety and sanitation, tools and equipment, basic cooking principles, structure of a recipe and menu, and preparation techniques. The students learn from a specially designed curriculum that emphasizes real, on the job skills. The class provides catering for various school events. This course in recommended for anyone interested in the culinary field, hotel and restaurant management, or dietetics.
PROSTART II Dual Enrollment opportunity but not required. Grades 11-12 This class can be taken as a one hour or two hour block. Certification: NRA ProStart This course is a continuation of ProStart I using the National Restaurant Association curriculum. Students may choose to earn NRA certification after passing a test with at least 70% accuracy at the end of each course and completing 400 hours working and/or interning in a restaurant.
Fine Arts
ART I Grades 9-12 This is an entry-level course that requires no prior
knowledge of drawing. The student will learn the
elements of design, how to compose a drawing, how
to create the illusion of depth in drawing, basic
drawing and shading techniques, how to create
three-dimensional looking objects using value, and
one point and two point perspective. Students will
become familiar with certain artists tools and
equipment and art terminology. Students will work in
a variety of media ink, charcoal, art pencils, tempera,
watercolor paint and ceramics.
ART II Grades 9-12 Prerequisite: Art I In this course, students develop their creative and
critical problem solving abilities. The class will begin
with a review of drawing skills. From there, painting
techniques are explored. Basic printmaking and an
introduction to hand- building with clay are also
included. An understanding of the principles of art as
applied to various techniques, materials, and styles
will be developed.
ART III Grades 10-12 Prerequisite: Art I & II This is an advanced level course for students with
strong motivation and self-discipline. The students
will research and solve challenging visual art
problems, which integrate their studio work with the
study of aesthetic theories, design principles, art
history, and the art of other cultures. Students may
be expected to provide some materials.
ART IV Grades 11-12 Prerequisite: Art I, II, and III This is an advanced level course for students with
strong motivation and self-discipline. The students
will research and solve challenging visual art
problems, which integrate their studio work with the
study of aesthetic theories, design principles, art
history, and the art of other cultures. Students may
be expected to provide some materials.
TALENTED ART I TALENTED ART II TALENTED ART III TALENTED ART IV Each level is a 1 year elective Grades 9-12
Talented classes require a current IEP identifying the student as “talented” according to state criteria. BEGINNING BAND Grades 9-12 Auditions are not required for this basic course designed for those students who desire to read music and play a band instrument in a full band setting. This class is designed as a preparation for those students desiring future admittance into other bands. Rehearsals and performances outside of school hours are required. ADVANCED BAND Grades 9-12 Auditions are required for this course where students read music and perform with both the marching and concert band. This group performs often and in many musical settings. Rehearsals and performances outside of school hours are required.
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BEGINNING CHORUS Grades 9-12 No audition is required for this basic course designed
for those who have a desire to sing. Students will
learn tone production and other vocal techniques and
will perform music from classical to contemporary.
Students are required to purchase a uniform. This
uniform will last them throughout their four years of
chorus. Students are required to attend all
performances and after school rehearsals.
ADVANCED CHORUS Grades 10-12 Students must have knowledge of basic sight reading skills, rhythm, pitch and vocal techniques. Students are required to audition with choral director and obtain special permission to schedule this class. Advanced Chorus performs for local, state, and district events. Students must attend all rehearsals and performances during and after school. Students receive vocal training as well as knowledge of theory. MUSIC I (TALENTED) MUSIC II (TALENTED) MUSIC III (TALENTED) MUSIC IV (TALENTED) Each level is a 1 year elective Grades 9-12 Talented classes require a current IEP identifying the student as “talented” according to state criteria. DANCE I Grades 9-12 The course is an introductory course to numerous dance styles and performance opportunities. Students will learn different styles of dance through technique and choreography, as well as an introduction to the choreographic process. Dance critique, dance history, and cultural dance are also explored through a look at choreographic works of the past and present. Several performances are required throughout the year.
DANCE II Grades 9-12 Prerequisite: Dance I OR Screening Required The course builds upon the first year of study and progresses into more advanced technique. Dance critique, dance history, cultural dance, choreography, and performance continue to be examined on a more advanced level. Music editing is also introduced. Several performances are required throughout the year.
DANCE III Grades 9-12 Prerequisite: Prior credit earned in Dance II AND Screening Required The course builds upon the second year of study and progresses into more advanced technique. Dance critique, dance history, cultural dance, music editing, choreography, and performance continue to be examined on a more advanced level. Several performances are required throughout the year. DANCE IV Grades 10- 12 Prerequisite: Dance III AND Audition Advanced Dance explores a variety of dance styles and techniques. The course covers an advanced study of intensive technique, performance, dance critique, music editing, and choreography. Students will perform and choreograph multiple dance pieces for the end-of-year concert. In addition, a primary focus of this class is teaching, planning, and assessing dance as the students explore the roles of dance instructor and choreographer. Several performances are required throughout the year. FINE ARTS SURVEY Grades 9-12 A non-performance based course for students to develop an understanding of Fine Arts and its history. FINE ARTS SURVEY (DUAL ENROLLMENT) MUS 151; 3 hrs college credit Will satisfy Fine Arts credit for high school Open to all students who qualify and not just musicians. See Page 10 for ACT requirements and tuition info. Designed to increase the response to music through a knowledge of the art and development of perceptive listening skills.
MEDIA ARTS Grades 10-12 Certification: Adobe Illustrator and Photo Shop This is an introductory course to Media Arts. Students will use photo editing and design software to demonstrate creative thinking, construct knowledge and to develop innovative products and processes using a number of artistic and digital media. Students will visually communicate information and ideas effectively through these media.
PIANO
1 year elective Grades 9-12
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This course is a fundamental, beginning piano class, geared toward students with little or no prior piano instruction. Students’ progress through daily practice and class activities, perform in ensembles and prepare for written, as well as performance exams. Students are required to purchase a book, but do not need to own a piano/keyboard.
THEATRE I (TALENTED) THEATRE II (TALENTED) THEATRE III (TALENTED) THEATRE IV (TALENTED) Each level is a 1 year elective Grades 9-12 Talented classes require a current IEP identifying the student as “talented” according to state criteria.
Foreign Languages
Due to seating availability within foreign language classes, class sizes will be limited. If your 1st choice is not available you will be scheduled into the alternate language. FRENCH I Grades 9-11 This introductory course covers basic conversation, basic sentence structure, and the conjugation of regular and irregular verbs in the present, future, and past tenses. Speaking and listening skills are stressed throughout the course, but reading, writing, and translating are also included. The student is also introduced to the culture and peoples of the French-speaking world. FRENCH II Grades 9-12 Prerequisite: Credit in French I Continued emphasis of the four foreign language skills: reading, writing, speaking and listening. FRENCH III Grades 10-12 Prerequisite: Credit in French II Continued treatment of the four foreign language skills, reading, writing, speaking, and listening with an emphasis on conversation. Study of all compound tenses and other topics of advanced grammar. Students begin reading authentic literature and do in-depth study of cultural topics.
FRENCH IV Grades 11-12
Prerequisite: Credit in French III Review of all French grammar in anticipation of college-level placement tests with integration of literature and history of the French speaking world. Listening, reading, speaking, and writing will be used throughout the course with special emphasis on conversation. The course may be offered online if there are not sufficient numbers for a traditional classroom setting.
SPANISH I Grades 9-12 This is a beginning level course for students with little or no knowledge of Spanish. All appropriate elements of basic language learning are utilized for providing a foundation in the language and culture of Spanish-speaking people. Focus is on the communicative aspect of language learning in a formal setting. SPANISH II Grades 9-12 Prerequisite: Credit in Spanish I Spanish II is a continuation of listening, speaking, reading, writing, and culture with more advanced vocabulary and grammar. Focus is on the communicative aspect of language learning in a formal setting. SPANISH III Grades 10-12 Prerequisite: Credit in Spanish II This is an intermediate level course with more emphasis on the use of language in culture, literature and specific life situations. Listening, reading, speaking, and writing will be used throughout the course with special emphasis on conversation. SPANISH IV Prerequisite: Credit in Spanish III Grades 11-12 This course is a project-based course with a focus on useful, everyday language and cultural situations that students may encounter. Listening, reading, speaking, and writing will be used throughout the course with special emphasis on conversation. The course may be offered online if there are not sufficient numbers for a traditional classroom setting.
JROTC
Completion of JROTC I (1 credit) & JROTC II (1 credit) satisfies the PE and Health graduation requirements. The mission of JROTC is to motivate young people to be better citizens. The program promotes graduation from high school, and provides
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instructional opportunities which benefit the student, community and nation. There is no obligation to be involved with the military in any way after graduation. Freshmen will be encouraged to remain in the JROTC Leadership Program for four consecutive semesters. Opportunities for school community services, field trips, early leadership assignments and extracurricular activities are available. Completion of the course (3 or 4 years) makes a student eligible for advanced promotions in any of the military services. Significant assistance is given to those students applying for any competitive paid college ROTC scholarships or service academy appointments. Courses may also be scheduled for elective credit. JROTC I JROTC is an introductory course in leadership education, which stresses leadership skills, citizenship, history, military customs, physical development and self-discipline. Uniforms are worn once a week on Thursdays. PT gear is required at times on Fridays. A uniform is provided for the students at no charge. Extracurricular activities are normally available to those who wish to participate. Competitive teams include Drill Team, Color Guard, Physical Fitness, and Air Rifle Teams. Teams are led and organized by the students under the supervision of the instructors. JROTC II Prerequisite: JROTC I JROTC is an introductory course in leadership education, which stresses leadership skills, citizenship, history, military customs, physical development and self-discipline. Uniforms are worn once a week on Thursdays. PT gear is required at times on Fridays. A uniform is provided for the students at no charge. Extracurricular activities are normally available to those who wish to participate. Competitive teams include Drill Team, Color Guard, Physical Fitness, and Air Rifle Teams. Teams are led and organized by the students under the supervision of the instructors. JROTC III Prerequisite: JROTC II Certification: FEMA NIMS JROTC III includes advanced leadership and management training with students in the course charged with leadership and administrative assignments at the company and extracurricular team level. Classroom instruction includes, but is not
limited to, leadership management, military history, survival training, and marksmanship. Additional field trips are scheduled where possible and students remain eligible for all extracurricular activities mentioned in JROTC I. JROTC IV Prerequisite: JROTC III Certification: FEMA NIMS JROTC IV includes advanced leadership and management training. Students will receive billet assignments at the Battalion and Company levels. Where feasible, students will be scheduled during the same periods as JROTC I students and function in leadership positions to assist in training and Drill. Advanced Leadership education will include custom and courtesy, military justice, military history and advance motivational skills required in leadership positions beyond graduation. Self-study on chosen topics related to the military may be required depending on time or scheduling.
Physical Education
Health Education
HEALTH EDUCATION 1 semester course Grades 10 -12 This course covers the dimensions of total wellness. The physical, mental and emotional, and social dimensions will be discussed to help guide the student to reduce health risks behavior and improve their lifestyle. PHYSICAL EDUCATION I Grade: 9 This courses is designed to expose students to a variety of activities to help them in achieving and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. One full credit of PE I should be taken before a student enrolls in PE II. Units of four and one-half weeks in length will be taught during the year: football: softball; badminton; volleyball. The class emphasis will be placed on fitness, motor skills and safety. PHYSICAL EDUCATION II Grade: 10 Prerequisite: PE I A continuation of PE I, this courses is designed to expose students to a variety of activities to help achieve and maintain a healthy lifestyle. Units of four and one-half weeks in length will be taught during the year: football: softball; badminton; volleyball. The
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class emphasis will be placed on fitness, motor skills and safety. PHYSICAL EDUCATION III Grades 11-12 Prerequisite: PEII These courses are designed to expose students to a variety of activities to help them in achieving and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Units of four and one-half weeks in length of the following activities will be taught: basketball, recreational games, softball, volleyball and leisure sports. The class emphasis will be placed on fitness, motor skills, and safety. PHYSICAL EDUCATION IV Grade 12 Prerequisite: PEIII These courses are designed to expose students to a variety of activities to help them in achieving and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Units of four and one-half weeks in length of the following activities will be taught: basketball, recreational games, softball, volleyball and leisure sports. The class emphasis will be placed on fitness, motor skills, and safety. CONDITIONING PE I CONDITIONING PE II CONDITIONING PE III CONDITIONING PE IV Grades 10-12 Prerequisite: LHS Athletes only This course is designed to develop the four health components of physical fitness: cardiovascular fitness, flexibility, body composition, and muscular strength and endurance.
Standardized Test Preparation
EFFECTIVE STUDY SKILLS (ACT PREPARATION) Grade: 11-12 Prerequisite: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in Algebra II is recommended. This course is designed to help students prepare for the ACT college entrance test. The students will learn test-taking strategies as well as take sample tests. Practice assignments are required on a daily basis.
Short Day
First Period Second Period Sixth Period Seventh Period *Athletes can only take short day 1st and 2nd hour when sport is in season. Lakeshore High School does not endorse early release. No one may schedule less than five credit courses. When a student becomes a graduating senior and needs less than seven units to graduate, he/she may request to schedule a short day. No student is allowed short day status if they do not have transportation each day. Short-day status may negatively impact a student’s rank in class and or athletic eligibility. It is the policy of Lakeshore High School to encourage students to participate in a wide range of electives once their graduation requirements are fulfilled.
AP and Dual Enrollment Information
Always contact the college advisor from your college
of choice to check to see what Dual Enrollment and
AP credits will transfer. Upon graduation you must
request a copy of your college transcript for your
dual enrollment classes from the college (SLU,
Northshore Technical Community College, and/or
Nunez Community College). You will be required to
submit that transcript to the college that you will be
attending.
Special Education Information
In accordance with P.L. 94-142 and State Bulletin 754, special education courses are offered which are designed to meet individual needs of exceptional students through age twenty-two or when their course of study is completed. A determination of the course of study will be made on the student’s Individualized Education Plan (IEP). If the student is pursuing a high school diploma, he/she will have to meet the same criteria for graduation as outlined for regular students in State Bulletin 741. If the student is placed in Alternative Programming, he/she will have to complete coursework as outlined on the IEP.
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Individual Growth Plan Requirements
By the end of the eighth grade, each student shall develop with the input of his/her family an Individual Graduation
Plan (IGP). The purpose of the IGP document and related activities are as follows: explore educational and career
opportunities, make appropriate secondary/postsecondary decisions as part of an overall career plan, plan based on
the student’s talents and interests, and consider graduation requirements relevant to the student’s chosen career
pathway and postsecondary entrance requirements. The student, parents/guardians, and counselor will review the
plan and initial the respective grade level regardless of changes annually. IGPs with original signatures will be kept
on file at the school. (A sample IGP form is on the next page of this booklet.)