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ROCKBRIDGE COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL

Program of Studies

2018-2019

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MISSIONSTATEMENTRockbridgeCountyHighSchoolencourages its students todevelop intellectually, socially,andphysically, so thateachstudentwillbecomeacontributingcitizentoourschool,community,nation,andglobalsociety.

BELIEFSThecommunity,parents,staff,andstudentsofRockbridgeCountyHighSchoolbelieve:

• Learningisalifelongprocess.• Apositiveschoolenvironmentenergizesstudentperformance.

• Student learning increases throughworkingwithpeoplewhocome fromdifferentbackgrounds, solving

realworldproblems,andunderstandingtheglobalcontextofcurrentoccupationalpreparation.

• Exemplarystudentandstaffperformancedevelops throughsetting individual learninggoals, identifyingmeansofmeetingthosegoals,andassessingprogresstowardestablishedgoals.

• Members of the learning community are models for setting high personal expectations, creating

excitementaboutlearning,valuingdiversity,encouragingcolleaguesandstudents,sharingbestpractices,utilizingbigpicturethinking,anddemonstratingskills.

• Administrators provide leadership through broad staff and student involvement in the following areas:

assessing school climate, identifying strategies to improve studentperformance,andcollaboratingwithparentsandcommunityorganizations.

• Schoolsexcelthroughstrongconnectionstoparentsandthelargercommunity.

DECLARATIONOFNON-DISCRIMINATION

TheRockbridgeCountyPublicSchoolDivisiondoesnotdiscriminateonthebasisofrace,color,nationalorigin,sex,disability,orageinitsprogramsandactivitiesandprovidesequalaccesstotheBoyScoutsandotherdesignatedyouth groups. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discriminationprocess.AssistantSuperintendent2893CollierstownRoad,Lexington,VA24450540-463-7386

DirectorofSpecialEducation2893CollierstownRoad,Lexington,VA24450540-463-7386

For further information on notice of non-discrimination, visit http://wdcrobcolp01.ed.gov/CFAPPS/OCR/contactus.cfmfortheaddressandphonenumberoftheofficethatservesinyourareas,orcall1-800-421-3481.

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TABLEOFCONTENTSUSINGTHEPROGRAMOFSTUDIESCourseSelection/RegistrationProcess..............................................................................................................................................3Add/DropPeriodandCourseWithdrawalPolicy..............................................................................................................................3

GRADUATIONREQUIREMENTSANDSTUDENTSERVICESStandardDiplomaRequirements......................................................................................................................................................5AdvancedStudiesDiplomaRequirements........................................................................................................................................8RequirementsforOtherDiplomasandCertificates..........................................................................................................................9DiplomaSeals..................................................................................................................................................................................10EnrollmentGuidelinesforTransferStudents..................................................................................................................................12EnglishasaSecondLanguage(ESL)Program..................................................................................................................................13SpecialEducationProgram..............................................................................................................................................................13GiftedEducationProgram...............................................................................................................................................................14SchoolCounselingDepartment.......................................................................................................................................................14HIGHSCHOOLPROGRAMPLANNINGINFORMATIONCreditRequirementsforGradeClassification.................................................................................................................................15HighSchoolcoursestakeninMiddleSchool...................................................................................................................................15Honors,AP,andDualEnrollmentGuidelines..................................................................................................................................15GradingScale/GradePointAverage/ClassRankGuidelines/HonorRoll/CourseWeighingPolicies........................................16VHSLEligibilityandNCAAAcademicEligibilityInformation............................................................................................................17RCHSEarlyGraduationPolicy..........................................................................................................................................................17

HIGHSCHOOLCOURSEOFFERINGSEnglish.............................................................................................................................................................................................18HealthandPhysicalEducation........................................................................................................................................................21HistoryandSocialSciences..............................................................................................................................................................22Mathematics....................................................................................................................................................................................24Science.............................................................................................................................................................................................29WorldLanguages.............................................................................................................................................................................32SocialSciencesandLanguageArtsElectives...................................................................................................................................37FineandPerformingArts.................................................................................................................................................................38CareerandTechnicalEducationCoursesSolutionsSTEMAcademy..........................................................................................................................................................42Solutions21stCenturyAgriculture........................................................................................................................................43SolutionsEnergyandPower.................................................................................................................................................44SolutionsEnvironmentalTechnology....................................................................................................................................45SolutionsUnmannedAerialVehicleSystems........................................................................................................................46SmallAnimalCare.....................................................................................................................................................................47BusinessandInformationTechnology......................................................................................................................................48FamilyandConsumerSciences.................................................................................................................................................51Culinary,Hospitality,TourismandRecreation..........................................................................................................................52HealthandMedicalSciences.....................................................................................................................................................54EngineeringandArchitectureTechnology................................................................................................................................55ElectronicsTechnology..............................................................................................................................................................58TradeandIndustrialTechnology...............................................................................................................................................57SpecialEducationCourses...............................................................................................................................................................61AdditionalFor-CreditLearningOpportunities.................................................................................................................................63OnlineCreditRecovery....................................................................................................................................................................65NonCredit-BearingOpportunities...................................................................................................................................................65

COURSESELECTIONANDPOST-SECONDARYPLANNINGGUIDEPreparationforCollegeandEmployment.......................................................................................................................................66RCHSAcademicandCareerPlan.....................................................................................................................................................68CareerPathwaysReferenceGuide..................................................................................................................................................69

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USINGTHEPROGRAMOFSTUDIES

Thepurposeof theProgramof Studies is to describeprograms and coursesoffered at RockbridgeCountyHighSchool.Youwillfinddescriptionsofcoursesofferedingrades9-12groupedbydiscipline.Gradeleveldesignationsrepresentthegradeatwhichmoststudentstakethecoursedescribed.Exceptionstothestatedgradelevelsmaybe made to meet the educational needs of an individual student. The purpose of this guide is to assistparents/guardiansandstudentswithboth long-rangeprogramplanningaswellasselectingcourses forthenextyear. Prerequisites are important to keep inmind in this planning process. Individual aptitudes, interests anddiplomarequirementsallplayan importantrole inmakingcourseselectionsthat leadto fulfillmentofpersonal,educationalandcareergoals.Parents/guardiansareaskedtoreviewtheProgramofStudieswiththeirchildren.Every RCHS student has anAcademic andCareer Plan on filewith his or her school counselor. Students beginmappingouttheirhighschoolandfutureplanswiththisdocumentduringtheirseventhgradeyear.Highschoolcounselors review the Academic and Career Planswith students and parents/guardians annually during courseselectionasgoalschangeandnewinterestsdevelop.StudentsareencouragedtofillinthesampleAcademicandCareerPlanlocatedattheendofthisbook.

COURSESELECTION/REGISTRATIONPROCESS

Atthebeginningofsecondsemester,schoolcounselorswillbeginmeetingwithallstudentstoselectcoursesforthe following school year. Studentswho fail to registerwill have course selectionsmade by school counselingstaff.Parents/guardiansareencouragedtoparticipateinthisimportantprocess.Studentsandparents/guardiansshouldcarefullyconsiderdiplomarequirements,thestudent’sabilitiesandinterests,pastacademicperformance,career goals, and teacher recommendations. Parents/guardians are encouraged to contact their child’s schoolcounselortodiscussstudentcareergoals,courseselectionsandstudentacademicachievement.During the meeting with their counselor, students will be asked to provide a selection of alternative electiveoptions that counselors will assign to students in the event that they cannot be enrolled in their first choiceelectives.Theregistrationdeadlineforallstudentsisthelastdayofschoolofthepreviousyear.Afterthatdate,course

selectionchangeswillbemadeonlyunderthefollowingcircumstances:

• Failureofacoursewhichisaprerequisiteforaselectedcourse• Failureofacoursewhichisagraduationrequirement• Completionofaselectedcourseinsummerschool• Changeindiplomatype• Groupingadjustments/balancingofclassesbycounselorsoradministration,orduetolowenrollment.• Recommendationofscreeningand/oreligibilitycommittee• Clericalerror• Studentsmayberemovedfromanon-requiredelectivecoursetobeplacedinacourseforcreditrecovery

DROP/ADDPERIOD

TheDrop/Addperiodallowsstudentstoadjusttheirschedulestomeettheir interestsandacademicneeds. TheDrop/Addperiodoccursduringthefirsttwoweeksofthefirstsemesterandthefirstweekofthesecondsemester(for semester courses). All requests to drop a class are initiated by contacting the student’s counselor andcompetingawrittenrequestformavailableinthecounselingoffice.Everyeffortwillbemadetoallowstudentstobeintheirrequestedcourses;however,theserequestswillonlybeapprovedwhenthereisavailablespaceinanalternate class. Therefore it is important for students to carefully consider the courses they register for in thespring.Studentsandparents/guardiansmaymeetwithteachersandcounselorstodiscusschangingtheplacementlevelofacourseatanytimethroughouttheschoolyear.

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COURSEWITHDRAWALPOLICYAftertheconclusionoftheadd/dropperiods,decisionstoallowstudentstodropacoursearemadeonacase-by-casebasisbyadministration.Ifastudentdropsacourseafterthefirsttendaysoftheschoolyear(orfirsttendaysofthesemesterforasemestercourse),aWP(withdrawnpassing)orWF(withdrawnfailing)mayberecordedonthestudent’stranscriptbasedonthestudent’sgradeinthecourse.TheWFwillbecalculatedintothestudent’sgradepointaverage.Reasonableeffortwill bemade toassist studentsexperiencingdifficulty ina class. Students,parents/guardians,andteacherswillmakeeveryefforttoworktogethertomeetstudents’academicneeds.Droppingacourseafterthedrop/addperiodendswillbeconsideredonanindividualbasisandrequirescompletionofawrittenrequestandtheapprovalofanadministrator.

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GRADUATIONREQUIREMENTSTograduatefromhighschool,astudentwillmeettheminimumrequirementssetforthbytheVirginiaDepartmentofEducation

REQUIREMENTSFORASTANDARDDIPLOMATograduatewithaStandardDiploma,astudentmustearnatleast22standardunitsofcreditbypassingrequiredcoursesandelectives,andearnatleastsixverifiedcreditsbypassingend-of-courseSOLtestsorotherassessmentsapproved by the Board of Education. Your school counselor can advise on available courses to fulfill therequirementsfortheStandardDiploma.Beginningwithstudentsenteringninthgradeforthefirsttimein2013-2014,astudentmustalso:

• Earnaboard-approvedcareerandtechnicaleducationcredentialtograduatewithaStandardDiploma• Successfullycompleteonevirtualcourse,whichmaybenon-creditbearing.

DisciplineArea

StandardCredits:effectivewithfirst-timeninthgradersin2011-2012andbeyond

VerifiedCredits:

effectiveforfirst-timeninthgradersin2003-2004andbeyond

VerifiedCredits:


English 4 2 2Mathematics[Note1] 3 1 1LabScience[Notes2&6] 3 1 1History&SocialSciences[Notes3&6] 3 1 1

Health&PhysicalEducation 2 ForeignLang,FineArtsorCTE[Note7] 2

Economics&PersonalFinance 1 Electives[Note4] 4 StudentSelectedTest[Note5] 1 0Total 22 6 5

NOTE1-Forstudentsenteringtheninthgradeforthefirsttime in2011-2012andbeyond:Coursescompletedtosatisfythisrequirementshallincludeatleasttwodifferentcourseselectionsfromamong:AlgebraI;Geometry;Algebra,FunctionsandDataAnalysis;AlgebraIIorothermathematicscoursesabovethelevelofAlgebraII.TheBoardshallapprovecoursestosatisfythisrequirement.NOTE2-Forstudentsenteringtheninthgradeforthefirsttime in2011-2012andbeyond:Coursescompletedtosatisfythisrequirementshallincludecourseselectionsfromatleasttwodifferentsciencedisciplines:earthsciences,biology,chemistryorphysicsorcompletionofthesequenceofsciencecoursesrequiredfortheInternationalBaccalaureateDiploma.TheBoardshallapprovecoursestosatisfythisrequirement.NOTE3 -For studentsentering theninthgrade for the first time in2011-2012andbeyond:Coursescompleted tosatisfy thisrequirement shall includeU.S. and VirginiaHistory, U.S. and VirginiaGovernment, and one course in eitherworld history orgeographyorboth.TheBoardshallapprovecoursestosatisfythisrequirement.NOTE 4 - Courses to satisfy this requirement shall include at least two sequential electives as required by the Standards ofQuality.

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NOTE5-Forstudentsenteringtheninthgradeforthefirsttimein2011-2012andbeyond:Astudentmayutilizeadditionaltestsfor earning verified credit in computer science, technology, career and technical education, economics or other areas asprescribedbytheBoardin8VAC20-131-110.NOTE6-Studentswhocompleteacareerandtechnicaleducationprogramsequenceandpassanexaminationoroccupationalcompetency assessment in a career and technical education field that confers certification or an occupational competencycredential froma recognized industry, or trade or professional association or acquires a professional license in a career andtechnicaleducationfieldfromtheCommonwealthofVirginiamaysubstitutethecertification,competencycredentialorlicensefor (1) the student selected verified credit and (2) either a science or history and social science verified credit when thecertification, license or credential confers more than one verified credit. The examination or occupational competencyassessmentmustbeapprovedbytheBoardofEducationasanadditionaltesttoverifystudentachievement.NOTE7-Forstudentsenteringtheninthgradeforthefirsttimein2011-2012andbeyond:PursuanttoSection22.1-253.13:4,CodeofVirginia,creditsearnedforthisrequirementshall includeonecredit infineorperformingartsorcareerandtechnicaleducation.

ELECTIVES

Sequential Electives – Effective with the graduating class of 2003, students who wish to receive a StandardDiploma must successfully complete two sequential electives. On February 5, 2002, the Board of EducationapprovedGuidelinesforSequentialElectivesfortheStandardandModifiedStandardDiploma(PDF).

• Sequential electives may be in any discipline as long as the courses are not specifically required forgraduation.

• Coursesusedtosatisfytheoneunitofcreditinafineartsorcareerandtechnicaleducationcoursemaybeusedtopartiallysatisfythisrequirement.

• Forcareerandtechnicaleducationelectives,checkwiththeOfficeofCareerandTechnicalEducationat(804)225-2051.

• Anexploratorycoursefollowedbyanintroductorycoursemaynotbeusedtosatisfytherequirement.• Anintroductorycoursefollowedbyanotherlevelofthesamecourseofstudymaybeused.• Sequentialelectivesdonothavetobetakeninconsecutiveyears.

Fine Arts and Career and Technical Education – The Standard and Advanced Studies Diplomas each contain arequirement for one standard unit of credit in Fine Arts or Career and Technical Education. The Standards ofAccreditation do not require that courses used to satisfy the requirement of Fine Arts or Career and TechnicalEducation be approved by the Board. Therefore, local school officials should use their own judgment indeterminingwhichcoursesstudentstaketosatisfythisrequirement.

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STANDARDDIPLOMACREDITACCOMMODATIONS

Credit accommodations provide alternatives for students with disabilities in earning the standard and verifiedcreditsrequiredtograduatewithaStandardDiploma. Astudent’stranscriptwouldnotreflecttheuseofcreditaccommodations.CreditaccommodationsaredeterminedbytheIEPteamor504committeeatanypointafterthestudent’seighth-grade year. The schoolmust secure the informedwritten consent of the parent/guardian and the student tochoosecreditaccommodationsafterareviewofthestudent’sacademicrecordandfulldisclosureofthestudent’soptions. IEPs and 504 plans must specify which credit accommodations are allowed and under whatcircumstances.AstudentmustmeetthefollowingcriteriatobeeligibleforStandardDiplomacreditaccommodations:

• ThestudentmusthaveacurrentIEPor504planwithstandards-basedcontentgoals.• Thestudentmusthaveadisabilitythatprecludeshimorherfrommeetinggrade-levelexpectationsbutis

learningon-grade-levelcontent.• Thestudentmustneedsignificant instructionalsupportstoaccessgrade-levelSOLcontentandtoshow

progress.• The student, based on multiple objective measures of past performance, might not be expected to

achievetherequiredunitsofcreditwithinthestandardtimeframe.Creditaccommodationsforstudentswithdisabilitiesmayinclude:

• Alternativecoursestomeetthestandardcreditrequirements• Modificationstotherequirementsforlocallyawardedverifiedcredits• AdditionaltestsapprovedbytheBoardofEducationforearningverifiedcredits• Adjustedcutscoresontestsforearningverifiedcredits• Allowanceofwork-basedlearningexperiencesthroughcareerandtechnicaleducation(CTE)courses

Whilecreditaccommodationsprovidealternatepathwaysandflexibility,studentsreceivingaccommodationsmustearnthe22standardcreditsandsixverifiedcreditsrequiredtograduatewithaStandardDiploma.CreditaccommodationsarenotavailablefortheAdvancedStudiesDiploma.

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REQUIREMENTSFORANADVANCEDSTUDIESDIPLOMATograduatewithanAdvancedStudiesDiploma,a studentmustearnat least26standardunitsof creditandatleastnineverifiedunitsofcredit.YourschoolcounselorcanadviseonavailablecoursestofulfilltherequirementsfortheAdvancedStudiesDiploma.Beginningwithstudentsenteringninthgradeforthefirsttimein2013-2014,astudentmustsuccessfullycompleteonevirtualcourse,whichmaybenon-creditbearing,tograduatewithanAdvancedStudiesDiploma.

DisciplineArea

StandardCredits:

effectivewithfirst-timeninthgradersin2011-2012

andbeyond

VerifiedCredits:


VerifiedCredits:


English 4 2 2Mathematics[Note1] 4 2 1LaboratoryScience[Note2] 4 2 1History&SocialSciences[Note3] 4 2 1

ForeignLanguages[Note4] 3 Health&PhysicalEducation 2 FineArtsorCTE 1 EconomicsandPersonalFinance 1

Electives 3 StudentSelectedTest[Note5] 1 0Total 26 9 5

NOTE1-Forstudentsenteringtheninthgradeforthefirsttimein2011-2012andbeyond:Coursescompletedtosatisfy this requirementshall includeat least threedifferentcourseselections fromamong:Algebra I,Geometry,Algebra IIorothermathematicscoursesabovethe levelofAlgebra II.TheBoardshallapprovecoursestosatisfythisrequirement.NOTE2-Forstudentsenteringtheninthgradeforthefirsttimein2011-2012andbeyond:Coursescompletedtosatisfythisrequirementshallincludecourseselectionsfromatleastthreedifferentsciencedisciplinesfromamong:earth sciences, biology, chemistry, or physics or completion of the sequence of science courses required for theInternationalBaccalaureateDiploma.TheBoardshallapprovecoursestosatisfythisrequirement.NOTE3-Forstudentsenteringtheninthgradeforthefirsttimein2011-2012andbeyond:Coursescompletedtosatisfythis requirementshall includeU.S.andVirginiaHistory,U.S.andVirginiaGovernment,andtwocourses ineitherworldhistoryorgeographyorboth.TheBoardshallapprovecoursestosatisfythisrequirement.NOTE4-Coursescompletedtosatisfythisrequirementshall includethreeyearsofonelanguageortwoyearsoftwolanguages.NOTE5-Forstudentsenteringtheninthgradeforthefirsttimein2011-2012andbeyond:Astudentmayutilizeadditional tests for earning verified credit in computer science, technology, career or technical education,economicsorotherareasasprescribedbytheBoardin8VAC20-131-110.

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ELECTIVES

Fine Arts and Career and Technical Education – The Standard and Advanced Studies Diplomas each contain arequirement for one standard unit of credit in Fine Arts or Career and Technical Education. The Standards ofAccreditation do not require that courses used to satisfy the requirement of Fine Arts or Career and TechnicalEducation be approved by the Board. Therefore, local school officials should use their own judgment indeterminingwhichcoursesstudentstaketosatisfythisrequirement.ForeignLanguage—theAdvancedStudiesDiplomacontainsa requirement foreither threeyearsofone foreignlanguageortwoyearsoftwolanguages.InMarch1998,theBoardofEducationapprovedtheprovisionofthreeyears of instruction in American Sign Language (ASL) for foreign language credit toward an Advanced StudiesDiploma; other foreign languages will satisfy this requirement as well. Details of this action are available in:Superintendent'sMemo,Interpretive,#1,June12,1998.

REQUIREMENTSFOROTHERDIPLOMASANDCERTIFICATES

REQUIREMENTSFORANAPPLIEDSTUDIESDIPLOMA

TheAppliedStudiesDiplomawillbeavailabletostudentswithdisabilitieswhocompletetherequirementsoftheirIEPandwhodonotmeettherequirementsforotherdiplomas.Thesestudentsarenotranked.

GENERALEDUCATIONALDEVELOPMENTCERTIFICATES(GED)

Anapplicantmustbeatleast18yearsofageandnotcurrentlyenrolledinpubliceducationorotherwisemeetingtheschoolattendancerequirementsset forth intheCodeofVirginia. Underspecialcircumstancestheage limitmaybeloweredtosixteenyearsforapplicants(1)whohavebeeninstructedbytheirparents intheirhomeandwhohavesuccessfullycompletedsuchhomeinstruction;(2)whohavebeenexcusedfromschoolattendance;(3)forwhomanIndividualStudentAlternativeEducationPlan(ISAEP)hasbeengranted;(4)whohavebeenexpelledfrom school; or (6) who are required by court order to participate in the GED testing program. Under nocircumstancesisanindividualundertheageofsixteeneligiblefortesting.Students and parents/guardians may find out more about the GED and ISAEP by speaking with the student’scounselor,theCoordinatorforStudentServices,oradministrator.

CERTIFICATEOFPROGRAMCOMPLETION

StudentswhosuccessfullycompleteallacademiccourseworkrequiredforeithertheStandardorAdvancedStudiesDiplomas,butwhohavenotyetobtainedthenecessaryverifiedcreditsrequiredbythestatefortheawardingofadiploma. Students who are awarded a Certificate of Program Completion may continue to take the SOL testsneeded to upgrade their certificate to a diploma. Students who have not yet completed all graduationrequirementswillnotbepermittedtoparticipateinthegraduationceremony.

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REQUIREMENTSFORDIPLOMASEALS

PleaseseetheinformationbelowforinformationaboutreceivingeachoftheVDOEDiplomaSeals.Itisthestudent’sresponsibilitytoinformtheirschoolcounselorand/ortheschoolregistrarthattheymeetthefollowingqualificationsnecessarytoreceiveeachseal.Anapplicationorsignedagreementmayalsoberequired.BOARDOFEDUCATIONSEAL

StudentswhocompletetherequirementsforaStandardDiplomaorAdvancedStudiesDiplomawithafinalgradepointaverageof“A”(4.0)orbetterattheendoftheirsenioryearwill receiveaBoardofEducationSealonthediploma.GOVERNOR’SSEAL

StudentswhocompletetherequirementsfortheAdvancedStudiesDiplomawithanaverageof“B”(3.0)orbetterand successfully complete college-level coursework thatwill earn the student at least nine transferable collegecreditsthroughAdvancedPlacementorDualEnrollmentcoursesshallreceivetheGovernor’sSealonthediploma.BOARDOFEDUCATIONCAREER&TECHNICALEDUCATIONSEAL

TheBoardofEducation’sCareerandTechnicalEducationSealwillbeawardedtostudentswho:• EarnaStandardDiplomaorAdvancedStudiesDiplomaandcompleteaprescribedsequenceofcoursesin

acareerandtechnicaleducationconcentrationorspecializationthattheychooseandmaintaina“B”orbetteraverageinthosecourses

• ORpassanexaminationoranoccupationalcompetencyassessmentinacareerandtechnicaleducationconcentration or specialization that confers certification or occupational competency credential fromarecognizedindustry,trade,orprofessionalassociation

• ORacquireaprofessionallicenseinthatcareerandtechnicaleducationfieldfromtheCommonwealthofVirginia.

The Board of Education shall approve all professional licenses and examinations used to satisfy theserequirements.

BOARDOFEDUCATION’SADVANCEDMATHEMATICSANDTECHNOLOGYSEAL

ThissealwillbeawardedtostudentswhoearneitheraStandardDiplomaorAdvancedStudiesDiplomaandsatisfyallof themathematics requirements for theAdvancedStudiesDiploma(fourunitsofcredit includingAlgebra II;twoverifiedunitsofcredit)witha“B”averageorbetter;andeither

• Passanexaminationinacareerandtechnicaleducationfieldthatconferscertificationfromarecognizedindustry,tradeorprofessionalassociation

• ORacquire aprofessional license in a career and technical education field from theCommonwealthofVirginia

• OR pass an examination approved by the board that confers college-level credit in a technology orcomputersciencearea.

The Board of Education shall approve all professional licenses and examinations used to satisfy theserequirements.

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BOARDOFEDUCATION’SEXCELLENCEINCIVICSEDUCATIONSEAL

Thissealwillbeawardedtostudentswhomeeteachofthefollowingfourcriteria:• SatisfytherequirementtoearnaStandardDiplomaoranAdvancedStudiesDiploma• CompleteVirginiaandUnitedStatesHistoryandVirginiaandUnitedStatesGovernmentcourseswitha

gradeof“B”orhigher• Complete50hoursofvoluntaryparticipationincommunityserviceorextracurricularactivities,suchas:

o Volunteeringforacharitableorreligiousorganizationthatprovidesservicestothepoor,sick,orlessfortunate;

o ParticipatinginBoyScouts,GirlScouts,orsimilaryouthorganizations;o Participatinginpoliticalcampaignsorgovernmentinternships,BoysState,GirlsState,orModel

GeneralAssembly;o Participatinginschool-sponsoredextracurricularactivitiesthathaveacivicsfocus.o AnystudentwhoenlistsintheUnitedStatesmilitarypriortograduationwillbedeemedtohave

metthiscommunityservicerequirement.• Havegoodattendanceandnodisciplinaryinfractionsasdeterminedbylocalschoolboardpolicies.

BOARDOFEDUCATION’SSEALOFBILITERACY

TheBoardofEducation’sSealofBiliteracycertifiesattainmentofahighlevelofproficiencybyagraduatinghighschool student in one or more languages in addition to English, and certifies that the graduate meets of thefollowingcriteria:

• TheBoardofEducation’sSealofBiliteracywillbeawardedtostudentswhoearneitheraBoardofEducation-approveddiplomaand(i)passallrequiredEnd-of-CourseAssessmentsinEnglishreadingandwritingattheproficientorhigherlevel;and(ii)beproficientattheintermediate-midlevelorhigherinoneormorelanguagesotherthanEnglish,asdemonstratedthroughanassessmentfromalisttobeapprovedbytheSuperintendentofPublicInstruction.

• Forpurposesofthisarticle,"foreignlanguage"meansalanguageotherthanEnglish,andincludesAmericanSignLanguage.

EARLYCOLLEGESCHOLARSPROGRAM

TheEarlyCollegeScholarsProgramallowseligiblehighschoolstudents toearnat least15hoursof transferablecollege credit while completing the requirements for an Advanced Studies Diploma. The result is a moreproductivesenioryearandasubstantialreductionincollegetuition. Studentsearningacollegedegreeinsevensemestersinsteadofeightcansaveanaverageof$5,000inexpenses.ToqualifyfortheEarlyCollegeScholarsProgram,astudentmust:

• Havea“B”averageorbetter;• BepursuinganAdvancedStudiesDiploma;and• Take and complete college-level course work (AP or Dual Enrollment) that will earn at least 15

transferrablecollegecredits.ParticipatingstudentssignanEarlyCollegeScholarsAgreement,whichisavailableonlineandintheRCHSSchoolCounseling office. The agreement is also signed by the student’s parents or guardians, principal, and schoolcounselor.StudentswhomeetthetermsoftheagreementarerecognizedasEarlyCollegeScholarsandreceiveacertificateofrecognitionfromtheGovernor.

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ENROLLMENTGUIDELINESFORTRANSFERSTUDENTSOnce RCHS has received records from the previous school, the assigned counselor will call to schedule aregistrationappointment.Totheextentpossible,studentswhotransferinthemiddleofanacademicyearwillbeenrolledincoursesthataresimilartothoseinwhichtheyhadbeenenrolledattheirpreviousschool.Intheeventthat,duetocourseofferingsatRCHS,astudentisunabletoenrollinacoursethatissimilartooneinwhichheorshehadbeenenrolled,thestudentwillbegiventheopportunitytoenrollinanalternatecoursethatwillnotresultinthedenialofcredittotheextentpracticalintheschoolsetting;forexample,ifthestudentcan“catchup”intheclass or perform adequatelywithout having completed the first part of the class. Determinations of credit fortransferstudentswillbebasedonareviewofindividualcircumstances.RCHSdoesnotguaranteecoursecreditifastudentisunabletocompleteacourseduetoatransfer.Studentstransferringfromapublicornon-publicschoolwillreceivecreditforallcoursesapprovedbythesendingschool and will be included in class rank only if they will have attended RCHS for three out of the last foursemesters.RCHSmayadjuststudents’gradestoalignwiththeRCHSgradingscaleandweightingpolicy.StudentswillreceiveweightedcreditsforcoursesdesignatedbythesendingschoolasHonorsonlyifacomparablecourseisdesignatedHonorsatRCHS.StudentswillreceiveweightedcreditsforallAPcoursestakenattheirsendingschoolevenifthecourseisnotofferedatRCHS.

FIRST-TIMETRANSFERSTOAVIRGINIAPUBLICSCHOOL

Course/CreditGraduationRequirements–incompliancewith8VAC20-131-60–forastudenttransferringintoaVirginiapublicschoolforthefirsttimeingrades9-12,graduationrequirementsdependonthegradethestudentistransferring into and when in the school year the student is transferring. A student is considered to havetransferredatthebeginningoftheschoolyearif20offewerhoursofinstructionhavebeencompleted.Astudentisconsideredtohavetransferredduringtheschoolyearifmorethan20hoursofinstructionhasbeencompleted.

VERIFIEDCREDITREQUIREMENTSFORTRANSFERSTUDENTS

GradeUpon

Enrolling

StandardDiploma

RequiredSOLVerifiedCredits9thGrade 6VerifiedCredits(2English,1Math,1SocialStudies,1Science+1StudentSelected)Beginning10th 6VerifiedCredits(2English,1Math,1SocialStudies,1Science+1StudentSelected)During10th 4VerifiedCredits(1English,1Math,1SocialStudies,1Science)Beginning11th 4VerifiedCredits(1English,1Math,1SocialStudies,1Science)During11th 2VerifiedCredits(1English+1StudentSelected)Beginning12th 2VerifiedCredits(1English+1StudentSelected)During12th Studentmustbegiveneveryopportunitytoearnadiploma;ifthisisnotpossible,theschool

divisionshouldarrangetohavethepreviousschoolawardthediplomaorseekawaiveroftheverifiedcreditrequirementfromVDOE.

GradeUpon

Enrolling

AdvancedStudiesDiploma

RequiredSOLVerifiedCredits9thGrade 9VerifiedCredits(2English,2Math,2SocialStudies,2Science+1StudentSelected)Beginning10th 9VerifiedCredits(2English,2Math,2SocialStudies,2Science+1StudentSelected)During10th 6VerifiedCredits(2English,1Math,1SocialStudies,1Science+1StudentSelected)Beginning11th 6VerifiedCredits(2English,1Math,1SocialStudies,1Science+1StudentSelected)During11th 4VerifiedCredits(1English+3StudentSelected)Beginning12th 4VerifiedCredits(1English+3StudentSelected)During12th Studentmustbegiveneveryopportunitytoearnadiploma;ifthisisnotpossible,theschool

divisionshouldarrangetohavethepreviousschoolawardthediplomaorseekawaiveroftheverifiedcreditrequirementfromVDOE.

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STUDENTSERVICES

ENGLISHASASECONDLANGUAGE

TheRockbridgeCountyPublicSchoolsEnglishasaSecondLanguage(ESL)ProgramoffersavarietyofservicestostudentswithlimitedEnglishproficiencyasdefinedinPublicLaw107-110oftheNoChildLeftBehindActof2001,TitleVIoftheCivilRightsActof1964,andtheCodeofVirginia[COV§22.1-253.13:1D.11].TheservicesdescribedbelowareavailabletostudentswhoareEnglishlanguagelearners.

• Regular Classroom Instructional Support: Instruction in English speaking, listening, reading andwritingand/or instructional support in academic content areasoccurs individually or in a small groupwithin aclassroom.ThismethodofserviceprovidesthestudentwithagreateropportunitytopracticetheEnglishlanguageand/ortoreceiveassistanceinacquiringacademiccontent. TheESLteachercollaborateswiththe classroom teacher to modify lessons and to meet the student’s language needs and providesappropriatecurriculumresourcesforlearningtheEnglishlanguage.

• ResourceClass:Resourceclassesprovidestudentswith instructionandsupport inEnglish languageandacademiccontentlearning.TheESLteacherworksincollaborationwiththeclassroom/contentteachertomodify academic content lessons and to add supports so students can learn English and academicinformationmoreeasily.

• Tutoring: Tutoringprovides studentswith individualized support I English language and/or in academiccontentlearning.Tutoringcantakeplaceduringtheschooldayand/orbeforeorafterschool.

SPECIALEDUCATIONThe Special Education Department offers a variety of services to students found eligible for special educationservicesundertheIndividualswithDisabilitiesEducationAct.ThefollowingservicesareavailabletostudentswithanIndividualizedEducationPlan(IEP):

• ConsultingServices–Consultingservicesareprovidedtostudentswhoareinregulareducationcoursesbut require accommodations or modifications in order to be successful. The special education casemanagerconsultswith thestudents, teachers,parent,andguidancecounselors toensure thestudent’sIEPisbeingimplementedandfollowedappropriately.

• AcademicSupport–Academicsupportisavailabletostudentsinregulareducationcourses,asapull-outoption, and/or as a separate class period for all academic courses as deemed appropriate by the IEPTeam.

• AcademicResourceClasses–Resourceclassesareavailabletostudentsinregulareducationcourses,asapull-outoption,and/orasaseparateclassperiodforallacademiccoursesasdeemedappropriatebytheIEPteam.Academicresourceisastructuredclassroomsettingwithclearexpectationstoprovidestudentswith extra support while completing homework, studying for tests/quizzes, and working on projects.Progressofstudentsiscloselymonitoredtohelpensuresuccess.

• Functional/OccupationalProgram–ThiscourseofstudyshouldbedeterminedbyanIEPteamandonlyafteradeterminationthatthegradelevelVirginiaStandardsofLearningisnotappropriateforthestudenteven with the use ofmodifications, adaptations, supplemental aides and services. These courses willprovide students real world application of skills in the areas of mathematics, reading, science, socialstudies,vocationaleducation,anddailylivingskills.

• Reading InterventionProgram -Reading isan interventionprogramavailable to studentswhostrugglewithreading.Theclassutilizesaresearch-basedreadingprogramfocusedonmulti-sensoryapproachtodecodingandencodingwordsphoneticallythroughthestepsoftheprogram.Studentsprogressthroughthelevelswhilealsodevelopingreadingcomprehensionthroughidentifyingandapplyingvariousreadingstrategies.

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GIFTEDEDUCATIONSERVICES

The Rockbridge County Public School division identifies students for gifted education services in the areas ofgeneral intellectual aptitude (GIA) and specific academic aptitude (SAA). “Such students demonstrate superiorreasoning; persistent intellectual curiosity; advanced use of language; exceptional problem solving; rapidacquisitionandmasteryof facts,concepts,andprinciples;andcreativeand imaginativeexpressionbeyondtheirage-level peers in selected academic areas.” (VAC20-40-20) The Rockbridge County Public School divisionidentifies students who have demonstrated superior aptitude or have the potential for high levels ofaccomplishment in the areas of English, mathematics, social studies, science, and/or reasoning; however, “weactively seek ways to allow specific parts of the gifted education program to any child who exhibits talent orunusualinterestintheareaswheregiftedprogramsexist.”(RCPS2014-2019LocalPlanforGiftedEducation)Referralsmaybemadeatany timebyparents, legalguardians, teachers,professionals, students,peers, self,orothers. Referrals will be accepted for kindergarten through twelfth-grade students. Referral forms can beobtained from the school and/or division gifted education coordinator and should be returned to the schooland/ordivisiongiftededucationcoordinator.

SCHOOLCOUNSELINGSERVICESTheRockbridgeCountyHighSchoolCounselingDepartmentemploysthreefull-timecounselors,eachofwhomhasa master’s degree in counseling. Counselors are assigned by the student’s last name, designed to follow thestudentthroughouttheirtimeinhighschool.Theprimaryresponsibilityoftheschoolcounseloristopromotetheacademic,personal/socialandcollege/careerdevelopmentofallstudents.Studentsmayseekouttheircounseloron their own or be referred by a parent/guardian, teacher, or administrator. The counselors follow the EthicalStandards forSchoolCounselorsasdevelopedby theAmericanSchoolCounselorAssociation.TheDepartment’sComprehensiveSchoolCounselingProgramconsistsof:

• AcademicCounseling-Counselingwhichassistsstudentsandtheirfamiliesinacquiringknowledgeofthecurricularchoicesavailabletostudents,toplanaprogramofstudiesandachoiceofmajors,toarrangeandinterpretacademictesting,andtoseekpost-secondaryacademicopportunities.

• CollegeandCareerCounseling-Counselingwhichhelpsstudentsacquireinformationandtoplanactionaboutjobs,apprenticeships,andpost-secondaryeducationalandcareeropportunities.

• Personal/Social Counseling - Counseling which assists students to develop an understanding ofthemselves and the rights andneedsofothers; to knowhow to resolve conflict; and tohelp todefineindividualgoals,reflectinginterests,abilities,andaptitudes.

Theschoolcounselingdepartmentprovidesmanyresourcestostudentsandfamiliesthroughouttheschoolyear,includingworkshops,classroomvisits,andbothdirectandindirectstudentservices.Pleasevisitthedepartment’swebsite for more information (http://rchscounseling.weebly.com/). The department also publishes a weeklyCollegeandCareerNewsletterviaemail.FEEWAIVERS

The RCHS Counseling Department is the primary avenue for receiving fee waivers for college applications andstandardized testing (PSAT, SAT, ACT, and AP tests). Students and families are encouraged to speakwith theirassignedcounselortodetermineeligibilityandtoreceiveanyfeewaivers.

STANDARDIZEDTESTING

TheRCHSCounselingDepartmentprovidesopportunitiesforstudentstoprepareforstandardizedtesting(i.e.theSAT and ACT). Any student that is eligible for testing accommodations at RCHS (through an IEP or 504) is notautomaticallyeligiblefortestingaccommodationsthroughCollegeBoardortheACT.Accommodationsofthiskindmust be applied for through your student’s school counselor. Families are encouraged to speak with theircounselorearlyinthestudent’shighschoolcareer,astheaccommodationrequestprocesscantakemanyweeks.

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HIGHSCHOOLPROGRAMPLANNINGINFORMATION

RCHSisproudtoofferadiversecurriculumofover100differentcoursesthataredesignedtopreparestudentsforthe finest colleges anduniversities, for thehighly technicalworkplaceof the 21st century, or for postsecondarytechnicaltraining.RCHSisorganizedonatraditionalsevenperiodschoolday.Studentshavetheopportunitytoearnuptosevencredits(excludingoff-sitecoursesorindependentstudycredits)peryear.CREDITREQUIREMENTSFORGRADECLASSIFICATION

A student’s grade level classification is dependent upon the number of courseswhich he/she has satisfactorilycompleted. Credit is given foreachcourse forwhichagradeof “60”orhigher isearned. Theminimumcreditrequirementsforattainingeachgradeisasfollows:

10thGrade-5credits11thGrade-10credits12thGrade-15credits

HIGHSCHOOLCOURSESTAKENINMIDDLESCHOOL

HighSchoolCoursesthataretaughtatthemiddleschoolarethesameasthecoursestaughtatthehighschoolandtherefore carry high school credit. Classes resulting in one high school credit include Algebra I, Agriculture I,IntroductiontoDraftingandTechnology,ForeignLanguageCoursesEarthScienceandWorldHistory/GeographyI.ForeignLanguagestakeninpartsrequirethestudenttocompletebothPartAandPartBtoreceiveonehighschoolcredit. Classes resulting in a half credit include Individual Development, Introduction to Trades, KeyboardingSecondaryandComputerApplications.Thesecourseswillcounttowardfulfillingthecreditsneededforgraduation.Thegradesreceivedinthesecoursesareincludedonthetranscriptandinthestudent’sGPA.Studentsmaychoose tohaveahighschoolcredit-bearingcourseexpunged fromthe transcript. Studentsmustrepeatthecourseinordertotakethenextsequentialclass.Forexample,ifastudentdecidestodropAlgebraI,the studentmust retake Algebra I before taking Geometry. Students who choose to have high school creditcoursesexpungedfromthetranscriptmustdosobeforeenteringthe9

thgrade.Contacteitherthemiddleschool

orhighschoolcounselortoassistyouwiththisprocess.

HONORSCLASSES

RockbridgeCountyHighSchooloffersmanycourseswhichareacceleratedandmorein-depththanthoseoftheirgrade-level counterparts. These advanced coursesprepare students for the challenging environmentof a four-yearcollege.Asignificantamountofworkoutsideoftheclassroomisexpected.Admission into Honors courses is based on academic performance, teacher recommendation, and additionalspecific requirements determined by each department. See the course descriptions for further information oneligibilityforspecificcourses.

ADVANCEDPLACEMENTCOURSES

The Advanced Placement (AP) Examination Program is a service provided by the College Board. High schoolstudentshavethepotentialtoearncollegecreditbasedupontheirscoresearnedontheAPExams.ThegrantingofAPcreditissolelyatthediscretionofthecollege.StudentsenrolledinanAPcoursemustworkatacollegelevelthroughout the course and put forth their best effort on the tests to be successful. The benefits of takingAdvancedPlacementcoursesinclude:

• Gettingaheadstartoncollege-levelwork• Improvingwritingskillsandsharpeningproblem-solvingtechniques• Developingthestudyhabitsnecessaryfortacklingrigorouscoursework• Studyingsubjectsingreaterdepthanddetail• Theopportunitytoearncreditoradvancedstandingatparticipatingcollegesanduniversities.

StudentswhotakeanAPcoursemaychoosetotaketheAPtestattheconclusionofthecourse. Anystudent

maytakeanAPtest,evenifheorsheisnotenrolledinanAPcourse. Reducedfeesareavailabletostudents

whomeetCollegeBoard’sfinancialneedguidelines.Pleaseseeyourschoolcounselor.

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DUALENROLLMENT

InpartnershipwithDabneyS.LancasterCommunityCollege (DSLCC),studentsmaybeeligibletoreceivecollegecredit for courses taken at Rockbridge County High School. Students must apply to DSLCC, pass the VirginiaPlacement Test(s) or achieve exemption (i.e. utilizing PSAT, SAT, or ACT scores), and submit all paperwork andpayment by the registration deadline. Students are awarded college credit upon completing the coursewith agrade of “C” or better. Dual Enrollment offerings each yearwill be dependent upon availability of instructors.Dual enrollment costs are the responsibility of the student. Feesare set annually byDSLCC. Please see yourschoolcounselororteacherformoreinformation.GRADINGSCALE/GRADEPOINTAVERAGE/CLASSRANK

Classrankandgradepointaveragearecumulativeandarecalculatedonthebasisofallfinalyeargradesforanycoursetakenforhighschoolcredit.Thestudentshavingthehighestandnexthighestgradepointaverageatthetime of graduation and have attended RCHS for three out of the last four semesters are the valedictorian andsalutatorian,respectively.ThevaledictorianandsalutatorianmustearnanAdvancedStudiesDiploma.RCHS has a 4.0 quality point grading scale. Quality points are assigned to numerical values for the purpose ofdetermininganumericalaverage. Qualitypointsareassignedtogradesearnedinallcoursesforwhichcredit isreceived.

A 94-100A- 90-93B+ 87-89B 84-86B- 80-83C+ 77-79C 74-76C- 70-73D+ 67-69D 64-66D- 60-63

F 0–59NoCredit

COURSEWEIGHTING

Certaincoursesareweightedtoreflectcoursedifficultyforthepurposeofestablishinganequitableandfairclassrank.Honorscoursesareweightedbyapplyinganadditional0.5qualitypoint.AdvancedPlacement(AP)andDualEnrollmentcourses(takenforcollegecredit)areweightedbyapplyinganadditional1.0qualitypoint.Theweightsdonotapplyinthecaseoffailureofacourse.Theweightingpolicyisintendedtoprovideincentivesforstudentstoacceptthechallengeofanadvancedcoursework.

HONORROLL

ThereisanHonorRollforeachgradingperiod.Allstudentswhohavegradesof“A”or“B”inalltheircoursesforthegradingperiodwillbeontheHonorRoll,unlesstheyhaveanincompletegrade. StudentsmustbetakingatleastfourcoursestobeontheHonorRoll.

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VIRGINIAHIGHSCHOOLLEAGUERULESFORATHLETICS,FORENSICSANDONEACTPLAYELIGIBILITY

• 28-4-1 ScholarshipRule:Thestudentshallbecurrentlyenrolledinnotfewerthanfivesubjects,ortheirequivalent,offered for credit andwhichmaybeused forgraduation,andhavepassed five subjects,ortheirequivalent,offeredforcreditwhichmaybeusedforgraduationtheimmediatelyprecedingsemesterforschoolsthatcertifycreditonasemesterbasis.Studentsmaynotcountarepeatclassaspartofthe

fiveiftheyhavepreviouslyreceivedcreditfortheclass.

• 28-4-2 AgeRule:Thestudentshallnothavereachedtheageof19onorbeforethefirstdayofAugustoftheschoolyearinwhichhe/shewishestocompete.

NCAAACADEMICELIGIBILITYANDAPPROVEDCOURSES

TheNCAAEligibilityCenterverifiestheacademicandamateurstatusofallstudent-athleteswhowishtocompeteinDivisionIorIIathletics.College-boundstudent-athleteswhowanttopractice,competeandreceiveathleticallyrelatedfinancialaidduringtheirfirstyearataDivisionIor IIschoolneedtomeetspecificcourseandtestscorerequirementsestablishedby theNCAA.TheNCAAdoesnot set initialeligibility requirements inDivision III. Forcurrent credit and testing requirements for Division 1 and Division 2 schools, please visithttp://www.eligibilitycenter.org.OnlyRCHS courses thathavebeenapprovedby theNCAAEligibilityCenter areabletobeusedforeligibility.Pleaseseetheathleticdirector,oryourschoolcounselorformoreinformation.InterestedstudentsarestronglyadvisedtoregisterwiththeEligibilityCenternolaterthanJunioryear.

EARLYGRADUATION

Studentswishingtograduateearlymustreceivetheapprovaloftheprincipalandtheirassignedcounselor

throughcompletionofanapplication.Applicationsareavailableintheschoolcounselingofficeandmustbe

completednolaterthanthelastdayoftheschoolyearprecedingthestudent’sintendedfinalyearinhigh

school.Forexample,ifastudentwishestograduateattheendoftheirJunioryear,theymustsubmitallapplicationmaterialstotheirschoolcounselornolaterthanthefinaldayoftheirSophomoreschoolyear.Thisallowsusampletimetoarrangeaplan(i.e.utilizingsummerschooland/orafterschoolprogramstogivethestudenteveryopportunitytobesuccessfulandensurethatrequiredSOLsarecompleted.Anyarrangementsbeyondthesedeadlineswillbemadeatthediscretionoftheprincipal.

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COURSEOFFERINGS

ENGLISHEnglish9

Prerequisite:none GradeLevel:9 Credits:1EnglishCreditThiscoursecontinuesthedevelopmentandutilizationofEnglishskillsinreading,writing,speaking,organizing,andlistening. This academic class emphasizes the reading and critical analysis of literature through short stories,drama, and novels. Language study includes vocabulary, usage,mechanics and grammar. Through varied andfrequent short, analyticalwritingassignments, critical andcreativebook reviews,and imaginative compositions,studentsbuildupontheirunderstandingofwritingasadevelopmentalprocess.Studentspracticediscussionskills,cooperativelearningskills,andoralpresentationskills.Studentswillbegintousethelibrary/resourcelabandtodevelopresearchskills.

English9Honors

Prerequisite:Gradeof90+inEnglish8;Teacherrecommendation GradeLevel:9

Credits:1EnglishCreditForthisadvancedcourse,studentsmustbeself-disciplinedandwillingtoadheretoahighstandardofexcellencein their coursework. The curriculumconsists of reading andanalyzing classical and contemporary literature andwritingliteraryanalyses.Inordertosucceedinthisclass,studentsmustdemonstrateathoroughworkethic,showresponsibilityforcompletingtheirassignmentsandpossessthedesiretolearn.Throughouttheyear,studentswillbeexpectedtoreadandanalyzemorethanonepieceofworkatthesametime,andmanyoftheassignmentsarecollaborativeandrequirethatallgroupmembersarefocusedandpreparedtocontributefully.Theclasswillalsoexactmorein-depthandanalyticaltests,assignments,andwritings,andastudent’sbaseknowledgeinliteraryandgrammaticalconventionsshouldbestrong.Inaddition,anystudentconsideringthiscourseshouldbeawarethatmotivation is a crucial component for success in this class and future honors andAP courses.Completion of a

summerassignmentpriortothefirstdayofclassisexpected.

English10–WorldLiterature Prerequisite:English9 GradeLevel:10 Credits:1EnglishCreditThiscoursecontinuesthedevelopmentandtheutilizationofEnglishskillsinreading,writing,speaking,organizing,and listeningessential forcollegecoursework. Thisacademicclassemphasizescriticalanalysisof literature thatencompassesseveralgenres:shortstories,novels,plays,essaysandpoetry.Languagestudyincludesareviewofprinciples concerning SAT vocabulary, grammar, andusagewithemphasisplacedon the recognitionanduseofphrases. Writing assignments include short in-class reactions to readings and in-depth analytical papers andrevisions. Students continue to develop cooperative learning and oral presentation skillswith primary focus onsmallgroupwork. Researchskillsareintroducedwhichpreparestudentsforextensiveresearchprojects intheirjunior and senior years. Students explore researchmethods andmaterials in the library and learn to cite theirinformationusingtheMLAstyle.

English10Honors–WorldLiterature Prerequisites:Gradeof85+inEnglish9H;Gradeof90%orhigherinEnglish9;teacherrecommendation GradeLevel:10 Credits:1EnglishCreditForthisadvancedcoursestudentsmustbehighlymotivated, intellectuallycurious,andacademicallycommitted.Literature study consists of reading and analyzing a variety of literary and nonfiction texts, comparing and

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contrasting the techniques authors use in literature of different cultures and eras. Student writing emphasizesexpository and analytic writing, through which students expand their understanding of writing as a process,developandrefineargumentsusingrhetoricaltechniques,andadvancetheirskillsinrevisingtoaddressaspecificaudienceandpurpose.Grammar,usage,andmechanicsarereviewedthroughouttheyear,withanemphasisonimprovingskillsinpunctuation(MLAformatting),active/passivevoice,sentencestructure,andparagraphing.Theresearchprocess requires students to collect, evaluate,organize, andpresentaccurateandvalid information tocreatea researchproject,aswellas learn tocite informationusing theMLAstyle. Languagestudycontinues toextend students' vocabulary through learning about connotations and denotations as well as Greek and Latinroots. Communication and collaboration skills are improved through small and large group discussions andpresentations.Completionofasummerassignmentpriortothefirstdayofclassisexpected.English11-AmericanLiterature

Prerequisite:English10 GradeLevel:11 Credits:1EnglishCredit;2VerifiedEnglishCreditswithpassingscoreontheEndofCourseSOLtestsThisacademiccoursefocusesonAmericanliteratureandbuildsontheincreasingexpansionofskilldevelopmentinreading,writing,research,speaking,organizing,andlisteningthatisessentialforcollegelevelwork.Studentsreada variety of works surveying the development of American literature. Students enhance their language skillsthrough advanced study and application of standard rules of usage, mechanics, and grammar with particularemphasisontherecognitionanduseofclausesandverbals.TheycompleteasophisticatedstudyofvocabularyforSOLandSATpreparation.Throughvariedanalyticalandcreativeassignments,studentsreinforcetheirwrittenandoralcommunicationskills.Theyprepareatleastoneargumentativeresearchpaperbasedonacurrentissue.DualEnrollmentEnglish11-AmericanLiterature(ENG111)

Prerequisites:Gradeof80+inEnglish10orGradeof70+inEnglish10H;passingVPTscores(orexemption)requiredforDualEnrollment

GradeLevel:11 Credits:1EnglishCredit;2VerifiedEnglishCreditswithpassingscoreontheEndofCourseSOLtests;

CollegecreditsiftakenforDualEnrollmentThiscoursecombinesENG111:CollegeComposition1withasurveyofAmericanliterature.Thiscourseintroducesstudentstothewritingprocessandthefundamentalsoftheacademicessay.Itteachesstudentstorefinetopics;developandsupportideas;investigate,evaluateandincorporateappropriateresources;editforeffectivestyleandusage;anddetermineappropriateapproachesforavarietyofcontexts,audiencesandpurposes.Writingactivitieswill include personal essays, arguments, summaries and paraphrases, documented essays and electroniccommunication. Studentswill also readavarietyofworks that survey thedevelopmentofAmerican literature.Theywillcomparethemesofvariousworksandperiodsof literatureandanalyzeexpositorymaterialsfor logicalreasoning. In addition tomany informalwriting assignments, studentswill produce 15 to 20 pages of revised,gradedtext,includingatleasttwodocumentedessays.Completionofasummerassignmentpriortothefirstday

ofclassisexpected.

AdvancedPlacementLanguage&CompositionPrerequisites:Gradeof85+inEnglish10H;Gradeof90+inEnglish10&teacherrecommendation

GradeLevel:11 Credits:1EnglishCredit;2VerifiedEnglishCreditswithpassingscoreontheEndofCourseSOLtestsTheAdvancedPlacementLanguageandCompositioncoursehelpsstudentsadvancetheirreadingandwritingskillsbyadvancing theirunderstandingof language.Through theirexaminationof the rhetoricalappealsanddevices,studentswillbecomemoreadeptatreadingintricatetextsandmoreproficientatwritingrich,complexprosethatcommunicates effectively. Students should be prepared to read andwrite extensively.While studentswill readworksoffiction,thiscoursefocusesonnon-fictionpresentedinavarietyofrhetoricalcontexts,includingessays,speeches, letters, aswell as full lengthworks. Studentswill utilize thewriting process in order to explore theirideas and draft and revise theirwork. Through this process studentswill becomemore self-aware and flexiblewriters,payingparticularattentiontotherolesofspeaker,audience,andsubject/purpose, inordertowrite inavarietyofmodesincludingbutnotlimitedtoexpository,analyticalandargumentativecompositionsthatintroduce

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an elaborate central idea that is developed with appropriate evidence drawn from primary and/or secondarysources,cogentexplanations,andclear transitions.Studentsshouldbepreparedtoreadandwritedailyboth inand out of class so as to participate fully in classroom discussions and activities.Members of this class shouldexhibitacuriosity for languageanda loveofbothreadingandwriting.Theyshouldbemotivated, independent,andresponsiblelearners,andbepreparedtotaketheAPExaminMay.Completionofasummerassignmentprior

tothefirstdayofclassisexpected.English12-BritishLiterature

Prerequisite:English11 GradeLevel:12 Credits:1EnglishCreditThis course continues the development and application of English skills in reading, speaking, organizing, andlisteningessentialforcollegecourseworkandtheworkplace.Inthisacademicclass,studentsreadandanalyzeavarietyofgenresinBritishandworldliterature,includingepics,drama,poetry,andnovels.Aspartoftheirstudyof the development of British literature, students explore the historical and cultural context of representativeworks from Anglo-Saxon to modern times. Students continue to develop logical thinking and research skills,exhibitingtheirmasteroftheseskillsthroughvariedwrittenandoralactivities, includinganalyticalpapersanda10-15minuteoralpresentation. Studentsalsocompleteanextendedresearchprojectandessaybasedontheirpost-graduationplan;theprojectandtheessayincludecorrectuseofMLAformattingthroughout.Additionally,studentswill demonstrate competence in communication skills throughparticipation in class discussions, groupwork, and the mock interview project. Language study includes incorporation of vocabulary, application ofstandardusage,andconsiderationofpurposeandaudiencetodeterminefocusandstyle.DualEnrollmentEnglish12-BritishLiterature(ENG112)

Prerequisites:Gradeof70+inENG111(DE)orqualifyingscoreonAPLanguageexam GradeLevel:12

Credits:1EnglishCredit, 2VerifiedEnglishCreditswithpassing scoreon theEndofCourseSOL tests;3CollegecreditsthroughDualEnrollment

This coursecontinues todevelopcollegewritingwith increasedemphasisoncriticalessays,argumentation,andresearch, developing these competencies through the examination of a range of texts about the humanexperience. Students will read a selection of poetry, drama, short fiction, and novels from both American andBritishliterature.Studentsarerequiredtolocate,evaluate, integrate,anddocumentsourcesandeffectivelyeditfor style and usage. In addition tomany informalwriting assignments, studentswill produce aminimumof 20pagesofrevised,gradedtextoverthecourseoftheyear.Completionofasummerassignmentpriortothefirst

dayofclassisexpected.AdvancedPlacementLiteratureandComposition

Prerequisite:Gradeof85+inAPLanguage&Composition;Gradeof90+inEnglish11withteacherrecommendation

GradeLevel:12 Credits:1EnglishCreditEnglish 12APhelps students strengthen their skills as careful readers of literary texts, includingpoetry, drama,fiction,andnon-fiction,throughthemeticulousexaminationoflanguageandliterarydevices.Inadditiontomanyselections fromtheBritishLiterature textandother sources, students readmore thansixmajorworksover thecourse of the year. In conjunction with their reading, students discuss and write insightfully and persuasively.Studentwritingwillbe intensive,consistingofat leastoneformalpapereachquarter,multiplereading journals,and many timed essays. Successful student writing is original, eloquent, fully developed, logically argued, andsoundlysupportedbyappropriatetextualreferences.Membersofthisclassshouldexhibitaloveofbothreadingand writing. They will be held to high expectations and should be motivated and independent learners. Theobjective of the course is to improve students' reading and writing skills, thus preparing them to take the APLiteratureandCompositionexaminMay,andmoreimportantly,topreparethemforcollegesuccess.Completion

ofasummerassignmentpriortothefirstdayofclassisexpected.

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HEALTH&PHYSICALEDUCATION

PhysicalEducation9/Health9

Prerequisites:None GradeLevel:9 Credits:1 PhysicalEducation isdesigned todevelopphysical fitnessandwholesomeuseof leisure time.Physicalactivitiesconsist of physical fitness testing (statemandated), general fitness activities, bicycle safety and awareness, flagfootball,volleyball,basketball,badminton,floorhockey,pickleball,softball,frisbeeandsoccer.Thestudentsarerequired to have a proper change of clothing daily for class. For hygiene reasons, the department stronglyencourages students to shower after each class and bring fresh clothing when needed. It is the student’sresponsibilitytobringtheirowntowel.Health9discussessafetyawarenessandintegratesavarietyofhealthconcepts,skills,andbehaviorstoplantheirpersonal, lifelong goals. The students will study body systems such as; skeletal, muscular, integumentary, andcardiovascular.Duringthefirstnineweeks,freshmenareintroducedtoaunitonbullying.Thepurposeofthisunitistohelpdeterminetheeffectsofbullyingonstudentsandtheimpactonlearning,safetyandtheoverallschoolenvironment. In the Family life curriculum, students will learn about hygiene, risky behaviors, and diseaseprevention.Thiswillalsoincludealcohol,tobacco,anddruguse.AsofJuly12016,thefamilylifecurriculumwillalsoincludetopicsondatingviolence,domesticabuse,sexualharassment,andsexualviolence.Studentsmayopt-outofFamilyLifeEducationbycompletingaform,whichwillbeprovidedbytheteacher.Requirementsforthestandardandadvanceddiplomasshallincludearequirementtobetrainedinemergencyfirstaid,cardiopulmonaryresuscitation,andtheuseofautomatedexternaldefibrillators, includinghands-onpracticeoftheskillsnecessarytoperformcardiopulmonaryresuscitation.PhysicalEducation10/Health10 /DriversEducation

Prerequisite:PhysicalEducation9/Health9GradeLevel:10Credits:1

PhysicalEducationconsistsofexerciseandskilldevelopment in individualandteamsportswithanemphasisonlifetimeactivities.Unitsconsistofphysicalfitnesstesting(statemandated),generalfitnessactivities,flagfootball,advancedvolleyballandbasketball,badminton,floorhockey,bowling,softball,frisbee,lacrosse,tennisandsoccer.Thestudentsarerequiredtohaveaproperchangeofclothingdailyforclass.Forhygienereasons,thedepartmentstronglyencouragesstudentstoshoweraftereachclassandbringfreshclothingwhenneeded.Itisthestudent’sresponsibility to bring their own towel. The purpose of driver education is to provide studentswith a detailedunderstanding of the fundamentals of driving and to foster responsible driving attitudes and behaviors. Thestudents are required to complete a minimum of 36 hours of Driver Education classroom instruction. Thecurriculum consists of 11 modules that include: licensing responsibilities, basic maneuvering, informationprocessing,driverperformanceandresponsibilities,andmakinginformedchoices.Tests,quizzesandafinalexamarerequired.StrengthTraining

Prerequisites:noneGradeLevels:9-12

Credits:½ElectiveCreditpersemester(thiscoursemaybetakenforcreditmorethanonce)This elective course is for individuals interested inweightlifting. The course serves as an introduction toweightequipment andweight training for the novice; it also serves the intermediate and advanced lifter through theidentificationofindividualgoalsanddevelopmentofpersonalizedweighttrainingprograms.Thestudentswillbeintroduced to the differences between absolute and relative strength. This class focuses on a total bodydevelopment.

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HISTORYANDSOCIALSCIENCESWorldHistory&GeographyI(SemesterRecoveryClass)

Prerequisites:noneGradeLevel:9Credits:1HistoryCredit;1VerifiedHistoryCreditwithpassingscoreontheEndofCourseSOLtest

Studentsexaminethehistoricaldevelopmentofpeople,places,andpatternsoflifefromancienttimesuntil1500A.D. in terms of the impact onwestern civilization. The study of history rests on knowledge of dates, places,events,and ideas. Historicalunderstanding,however, requiresstudents toengage inhistorical thinking to raisequestions and to show evidence in support of their answers. Skills developed include chronological thinking,historicalcomprehension,historicalanalysis,andhistoricalresearch.

WorldHistory&GeographyII(from1500topresent)

Prerequisites:noneGradeLevel:9Credits:1HistoryCredit;1VerifiedHistoryCreditwithpassingscoreontheEndofCourseSOLtest

WorldHistory II incorporatesastudyofhistoryandgeography fromtheRenaissance (1500A.D.) to thepresentwith a strongemphasison thehistory anddevelopmentofWestern civilization. Topics include theevolutionofscientific and technological revolutions which create new economic models; social and political changes; thebiographiesofindividualswhocontributedtosocietaldevelopment,anditincludesatleastonehistoricalwritingassignment.Strongconnectionsaredrawnbetweenhistoricaleventsandcontemporaryissues.WorldHistory&GeographyIIHonors

Prerequisites:80+inprevioussocialstudiescourseandarecommendedcorrespondingpassingSOLscore. GradeLevel:9 Credits:1HistoryCredit;1VerifiedHistoryCreditwithpassingscoreontheEndofCourseSOLtestThisadvancedandfast-pacedcourseservesasatopicalstudyofthemajorthemesinthegenreofmodernWorldHistory,particularlythesub-genreofWesternCivilizations.ThissurveycourseexpectsstudentstomasterawiderangeofcontentmaterialbeyondtheVirginiaStandardsofLearning.Additionally,studentswillgaintheanalyticalandcritical thinkingskillsnecessary forunderstandingnotonlyacomplicatedandturbulentglobalpastbutalsohowthemodernworldhasbeenshapedbythatpast.ThiscourseisintentionallydesignedtoaidinthepreparationforfurtherstudiesattheAdvancedPlacementandcollegiatelevel.Studentsareexpectedtocompleteavarietyofrigorousassignments includingbutnot limited toextensiveoutof class readings, essays,projects, and researchassignments.Completionofasummerassignmentpriortothefirstdayofclassisexpected.WorldGeographyHonors

Prerequisites:Baverageinsocialstudiescourseimmediatelyprecedingthisone GradeLevel:10 Credits:1HistoryCredit;1VerifiedHistoryCreditwithpassingscoreontheEndofCourseSOLtestThiscourseexaminestheworld’speople,places,cultures,andenvironmentswithemphasisoncurrenteventsandinternational relations. Using texts, maps, globes, graphs, pictures, stories, diagrams, charts, and a variety ofgeographicinquiry/researchandtechnologyskills,studentsconsidertherelationshipsbetweenpeopleandplaceswhileaskingandansweringgeographicquestions.Studentsarealsorequiredtofollowinternationalnewsandareheld responsible for discussing, debating, and writing about its content. This is a fast-paced course with asubstantialreadingloadandarequiredresearchpaper.Completionofasummerassignmentpriortothefirstday

ofclassisexpected.

WorldHistoryAP Prerequisites:None

GradeLevels:10-12 Credits:1HistoryCredit

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The APWorld History coursewill follow the course description and curricular requirements established by theCollegeBoard.ThecoursecoverstheentirespanofWorldHistory,fromapproximately8000B.C.E.tothepresent.Thecourseexaminesglobaltrendsandchangesovertime,focusingonmajorsimilaritiesanddifferencesbetweencultures. Key factual information is important, but a heavy emphasis is placed on developing analytical skills.Great emphasiswill be placed on the student’s ability to think critically, analyze and evaluate information, andarticulatecomplex ideasbothorallyandinwriting. Studentsshouldbemotivated, independentandresponsiblelearners,andbepreparedtotaketheAPExaminMay.Completionofasummerassignmentpriortothefirstday

ofclassisexpected.

Virginia&U.S.History

Prerequisites:None GradeLevel:11

Credits:1HistoryCredit;1VerifiedHistoryCreditwithpassingscoreontheEndofCourseSOLtestStudentsexamineandanalyzethedevelopmentofAmericanideasandinstitutionsfromtheAgeofExplorationtothe present. Students acquire knowledge of American culture through a chronological survey ofmajor issues,movements, people and events in United States and Virginia history. Students use historical and geographicalanalysisskillstoexploreindepththeevents,people,andideasthatfosteredournationalidentityandledtoourcountry’sprominenceinworldaffairs.

Virginia&U.S.HistoryAP

Prerequisites:None GradeLevel:11 Credits:1HistoryCredit;1VerifiedHistoryCreditwithpassingscoreontheEndofCourseSOLtestThecourseoffersasurveyofVirginiaandU.S.Historyfrom1492tothepresent.Acollege-leveltextisrequired,andallparallelreadingsaretypicalofthoserequiredinacollege-levelcourse.Studentsmusthavesuperiorwritingskillsandanabilitytoworkwithminimalofsupervisionanddirection.Studentswhoenrollinthiscoursemustbeprepared fora substantialamountof required reading.Muchof that readingwillbeconsiderablymoredifficultthanpreviouslyencountered. Studentsmustpossess skills needed to interpretprimarydocumentsand towriteanalyticalessays.Studentsshouldbemotivated,independent,andresponsiblelearners,andbepreparedtotakethe AP Exam in May. Completion of a summer assignment prior to the first day of class is expected.Virginia&U.S.Government

Prerequisites:None GradeLevel:12 Credits:1HistoryandSocialScienceCreditStudentsexaminethephilosophyandthestructureandfunctionsofAmericangovernmentatthefederalandstatelevels.Thefocusisonpoliticaldecision-making,comparativepoliticalandeconomicsystems,globalissuesandthestudent’sresponsibilitiesasacitizen.Criticalthinkingandanalyticalwritingarerefined.

Virginia&U.S.GovernmentAP

Prerequisites:None GradeLevel:12 Credits:1History&SocialScienceCreditThiscollegelevelcourseisdesignedtoimitateanintroductorycourseinAmericangovernmentandpoliticsatthecollegiate and university level. The course surveys essential topics such as the formal institutions of Americangovernment (Congress,Presidency/Bureaucracy,FederalCourts)aswellas the informalpolitical institutionsthataffecttheAmericanpoliticalprocess.InadditiontheclasscoverstopicssuchastheConstitutionanditshistoricalbackground,Americanpoliticalculture,thepublicpolicyprocess,andcivilrights/civilliberties.Asthisisacollegelevelclass,studentsshouldexpecttodevotetimeoutsideofclasstonumerousreadingassignmentsandfrequentwritingassignmentssuchasessaysandresearchprojects.StudentswillhavetheopportunitytoattempttoearncollegecreditforthisclassthroughtheCollegeBoardAPExamadministeredattheendoftheyear.Completionof

asummerassignmentpriortothefirstdayofclassisexpected.

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MATHEMATICSAlgebraI

Prerequisites:NoneGradeLevel:9Credits:1MathCredit;1VerifiedMathCreditwithpassingscoreontheEndofCourseSOLtest

The focus of this course is on building connections between concretemathematics and abstract concepts. Thiscourse includes the study of real numbers, development of algebraic vocabulary, identification of properties ofnumbers and operations, simplification of numerical and algebraic expressions, solutions of equations andinequalities,andexplorationofgraphingtechniques.Emphasisisplacedonthedevelopmentofskillsinfactoringpolynomials,simplificationofrationalexpressions,andworkingwithradicals.Studentswillacquireproficiencyincoordinate graphing, solving systems of equations, workingwith relations and functions, and solving quadraticequations.Studentswillusegraphingcalculatorsextensivelyinclass.

AlgebraIPartI

Prerequisites:teacherrecommendation GradeLevels:9 Credits:1ElectiveCredit;OneMathCredituponcompletionofAlgebra1PartIIAlgebraIPartIisthefirstyearcourseofatwo-yearalgebrasequencecoveringthesametopicsasAlgebraI.Inthistwo year sequence, students have additional time to develop the algebraic skills needed to succeed in highermathematics. The course focuses on the development of problem-solving skills and the acquisition ofmathematicalvocabularyandsymbols. Theactiveengagementof studentsalongwith theuseofmanipulativesand technology, particularly graphing calculators, will allow students to develop an understanding of themathematicalprinciplestheyarelearning.StudentswilltaketheAlgebraIStandardsofLearningtestattheendofthesecondyear.AlgebraIPartII Prerequisites:AlgebraIPartI;teacherorcounselorrecommendation GradeLevels:10 Credits:1ElectiveCredit*;1VerifiedMathCreditwithpassingscoreontheEndofCourseSOLtestAlgebraIPartIIisthesecondyearcourseofatwo-yearalgebrasequencecoveringthesametopicsasAlgebraI.Inthistwoyearsequence,studentshaveadditionaltimetodevelopthealgebraicskillsneededtosucceedinhighermathematics. The course focuses on the development of problem-solving skills and the acquisition ormathematicalvocabularyandsymbols. Theactiveengagementof studentsalongwith theuseofmanipulativesand technology, particularly graphing calculators, will allow students to develop an understanding of themathematicalprinciplestheyarelearning.StudentswilltaketheAlgebraIStandardsofLearningtest.*TheBoardofEducation’sGuidelinesonCreditAccommodationsallowstudentswithdisabilitieswhoareeligibleforcreditaccommodationsinmathematicstouseeachpartofAlgebraI,PartsIandIItoearnastandardcredittowardsthethreemathematicscreditsrequiredfortheStandardDiplomaonly.

Algebra,Functions,andDataAnalysis-Geometry

Pre-Requisites:AlgebraI,teacherrecommendationGrades:10-12Credits:1MathCredit

Thiscourseisahands-onapproachtobasicgeometrictopics.Emphasisisplacedonconceptsthatarepre-requisiteskillsforsuccessinGeometry.Studentswillrelategeometryskillstorealworldapplications.Coursecontentincludesgeometricformulas,symbols,anddefinitions;similarfigures;quadrilaterals,triangles,angles,polygons,tessellations,basictrigonometry,andconstructions.ThereisnoEnd-of-CourseSOLtestforthiscourse.

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Geometry

Prerequisites:AlgebraI;teacherrecommendationGradeLevels:9-11Credits:1MathCredit;1VerifiedMathCreditwithpassingscoreontheEndofCourseSOLtestRequirement:scientificcalculatorprovidedbythestudent;graphiccalculatorisrecommended

Thefocusofthiscourseisthedevelopmentofreasoningskillsandmethodsofjustification.Emphasisisplacedonthe studyof planeand three-dimensional geometry, coordinate and transformational geometry, and theuseofgeometric and algebraic models to solve problems. Course content includes topics such as points, lines, andplanes; angles; polygons; perpendicular and parallel lines; proportionality and similarity; coordinate geometry;circles;solidfigures;Pythagoreantheorem;andtrigonometricratios. Geometricproofsandproblemsolvingareusedtodevelopanalyticalreasoningskillsandtoimprovetheabilityofthestudenttoapplylogicintheanalysisofproblems.SpecialProjectsmaybeassigned.Studentswillusegraphingcalculatorsextensivelyinclass.

GeometryHonors

Prerequisites:AlgebraI,passadvancedonAlgebraISOL,teacherrecommendationGradeLevels:9-10Credits:1MathCredit;1VerifiedMathCreditwithpassingscoreontheEndofCourseSOLtestRequirement:scientificcalculatorprovidedbythestudent;graphiccalculatorisrecommended

For this course, studentsmustbehighlymotivatedandpossess strongmathematical skills. ThisadvancedclassoffersachallengingandacceleratedstudyofgeometricconceptsaswellasbuildingonAlgebraIskills.Thefocusisonthedevelopmentofreasoningskillsandmethodsofjustification.Emphasisisplacedonthestudyofplaneandthree-dimensionalgeometry,coordinateandtransformationalgeometry,andtheuseofgeometricandalgebraicmodels to solve problems. Course content includes topics such as points, lines, and planes; angles; polygons;perpendicular and parallel lines; proportionality and similarity; coordinate geometry; circles; solid figures;trigonometric ratios; and vectors. Strong emphasis is placed upon geometric proofs and problem solving todevelop analytical reasoning skills and to improve the ability of the student to apply logic in the analysis ofproblems.Studentswillusegraphingcalculatorsextensivelyinclass.Completionofasummerassignmentprior

tothefirstdayofclassisexpected.

Algebra,FunctionsandDataAnalysis

Prerequisites:AlgebraI;teacherrecommendationGradeLevels:10-12Credits:1MathCredit

This semester-long course takes a multimodal technology-based approach to the study of a variety ofmathematicaltopics.Studentswillcompletetutorials,whichincludevideolessonsanddynamicpracticeproblemswith feedback, and then take quizzes on algebraic and geometric concepts. Topics of study include algebraicexpressions,solvinglinearandquadraticequations,graphinglinearandquadraticfunctions,solvingandgraphinginequalities, adding, subtracting, and factoring polynomials, perimeter, circumference, area, and parallel andperpendicularlines.Themathdepartmentprovidesgraphingcalculatorstoallstudentsinthisclass.

AlgebraII

Prerequisites:AlgebraIandGeometryGradeLevels:10-12Credits:1MathCredit;1VerifiedMathCreditwithpassingscoreontheEndofCourseSOLtest

The focus is on developing an understanding of advanced algebraic concepts. Concepts which have beenpresentedinAlgebraIandgeometryarereviewed,expanded,andstrengthened.Emphasisisplacedonthestudyof functions, polynomials, rational expressions, and complex numbers. New topics to be introduced includetransformationalgraphing,andsequencesandseries.Mathematicalmodelsforsolvingpracticalapplicationsaredeveloped.Themathdepartmentprovidesgraphingcalculatorstoallstudentsinthisclass.

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AlgebraIIHonors

Prerequisites:GeometryorGeometryHonorsandarecommendedpassedadvancedontheAlgebraIandGeometrySOLs;teacherrecommendationGradeLevels:10-11Credits:1MathCredit;1VerifiedMathCreditwithpassingscoreontheEndofCourseSOLtestRequirement:GraphingcalculatorTI-83/84plusprovidedbythestudent(specialarrangementswillbe

madeforstudentswhocannotpurchaseacalculator)

For this course, studentsmust be highlymotivated and possess strongmathematical skills. This advanced classoffers a challenging and accelerated study of advanced algebraic concepts. Emphasis is placed on the study offunctions, polynomials, rational expressions and complex numbers. New topics that are covered includetransformational graphing, matrix operations, sequences and series, logarithms, probability, and trigonometry.Completionofasummerassignmentpriortothefirstdayofclassisexpected.Grade12Capstone

Prerequisites:AlgebraIIGradeLevels:12Credits:1MathCredit

Thiscourseisdesignedtopreparecollege-boundseniorswithskillsthatwillbeessentialforsuccessinfreshmanlevel classes. Students going to college but not planning to major in a math-related field may find this classespeciallyhelpful.Thecourse isapplication-basedandcombinesmathematicsconcepts learned inprevioushighschoolcourseswithresearchmethodsandcomputerapplicationskills.Studentswillfrequentlypracticeresearchbasedwritingskillsinpreparationforcollegelevelwork.Instructionwillbedeliveredthroughresearchingreallifeissues to produce projects that demonstrate understanding and could possibly be presented to appropriatecommunityleaders.Thisclassrequiresaflashdrive.

Pre-Calculus

Prerequisites: CompletionofAlgebraIIwitha70%orhigher;recommended420+ontheAlgebra2SOL;teacherrecommendationGradeLevels:11-12Credits:1MathCreditRequirement:GraphingcalculatorTI-83/84plusprovidedbythestudent(specialarrangementswillbe

madeforstudentswhocannotpurchaseacalculator)Thefocusofthiscourse istopreparestudentsforthestudyofCalculusbystrengtheningAlgebra IIskillsandbydevelopinganunderstandingof trigonometryandadvancedalgebraic concepts.EmphasiswillbeplaceduponareviewofAlgebra II skills, useof trigonometricmethods, analysis of functions, andexponential and logarithmicfunctions.Thecourseisdesignedtoprovidetheskillsandproblem-solvingabilitiesincollegelevelmathematicsforthosestudentsnotmajoringinmathematicsorengineering.

Pre-CalculusPre-AP/DualEnrollment(MTH163/164)

Prerequisites: Algebra II Honors or Algebra 2 with teacher recommendation; passing VPT scores (orexemption)requiredforDualEnrollment

GradeLevels:11-12 Credits:1HighSchoolMathCredit;3CollegeCreditspersemesteriftakenforDualEnrollment

Requirement:GraphingcalculatorTI-83/84plusprovidedbythestudent(specialarrangementswillbe


Emphasis is placed on college algebra, exponential, and logarithmic functions, trigonometry, analytic geometry,sequencesandseries,andvectors.Thiscourseisdesignedtodeveloptheskillsandproblem-solvingabilitiesthatare required in entry-level collegemathematics.Completion of a summer assignment prior to the first day of

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Calculus1ABAP/DualEnrollment (MTH173) Prerequisites:Pre-Calculus;teacherrecommendation;passingVPTscores(orexemption)requiredforDualEnrollment.

GradeLevel:12 Credits:1HighSchoolMathCredit;5CollegeCreditsiftakenforDualEnrollment

Requirements:GraphingcalculatorTI-83/84plusprovidedbythestudent(specialarrangementswillbe


Thiscourseis intendedforseniorswhohavepassedPre-CalculusbutarenotreadyforAPCalculusBC.Theclassbeginswith a review of algebra and trigonometry. The course is divided into twomain topics: differential andintegral calculus. Concepts include limits, continuity, ratesof change, areaunder a curve, and the FundamentalTheorem of Calculus. Emphasis is placed on developing problem solving skills to apply calculus in real-worldsituations and communicating mathematical solutions verbally and in writing. Technology will be used toexperiment,interpretresults,andverifyconclusions.StudentsmaychoosetotaketheAPCalculusABexamortakethe course for dual enrollment credit (or both). Students planning on takingAP Physics CMechanicsmust alsoenrollinAPCalculusBC.

APStatistics

Prerequisites:Pre-Calculusorconcurrentenrollment;teacherrecommendationGradeLevels:11-12Credits:1MathCreditRequirement:GraphingcalculatorTI-83/84plusprovidedbythestudent(specialarrangementswillbe


Thiscoursepresentsanoverviewof statistics, includingdescriptivestatistics,elementaryprobability,probabilitydistributions, estimation, hypothesis testing (one-sample and two-sample case for mean and proportion),correlation, and simple linear regression. Selected nonparametric testing procedures are also introduced.Technology will include graphing calculators. Students should be motivated, independent, and responsiblelearners,andbepreparedtotaketheAPExaminMay.APCalculusBC/DualEnrollment(MTH173/174)

Prerequisites:Pre-Calculus;teacherrecommendation,passingVPTscores(orexemption)requiredforDualEnrollmentGradeLevel:12Credits:1HighSchoolMathCredit;10CollegeCreditsiftakenforDualEnrollment(5persemester)Requirement:GraphingcalculatorTI-83/84plusprovidedbythestudent(specialarrangementswillbe


TopicsstudiedinthiscoursearebasedupontheCalculusBCcurriculumasprescribedbytheCollegeBoard.ThisisacollegelevelcoursewithcollegecreditavailablethroughtheAdvancedPlacementTestorDualEnrollmentcredit,so the expectations of effort and performance are very high. The course is intended for students who have athorough knowledge of analytical geometry and extensive understanding of functions (including trigonometricfunctions)aspresentedinAlgebraI&II,Geometry,andPre-Calculus.Thecourseisdividedintotwomaintopics:differential calculus and integral calculus. Within this framework, students investigate the central concepts ofcalculus, including limits, continuity, rates of change, and area under a curve.Major emphasis is placed on thedevelopment of problem solving skills based on these concepts, and applications of calculus in real-worldsituations will be stressed. Students may choose to take the AP Calculus exam or take the course for dualenrollmentcredit(orboth).StudentsplanningontakingAPPhysicsCMechanicsmustalsoenrollinAPCalculusBC.Completionofasummerassignmentpriortothefirstdayofclassisexpected.

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APComputerSciencePrinciples

Prerequisites:PassinggradeontheAlgebra1SOLandcompletionofGeometryorconcurrentenrollment. GradeLevels:11-12 Credits:1MathCreditTheAPComputerSciencePrinciplescourse isdesigned tobeequivalent toa first-semester introductorycollegecomputing course. In this course, studentswill develop computational thinking skills vital for success across alldisciplines, such as using computational tools to analyze and study data and working with large data sets toanalyze, visualize,anddrawconclusions from trends.Thecourseoffersamultidisciplinaryapproach to teachingthe underlying principles of computation. Students will be introduced to the creative aspects of programming,abstractions, algorithms, large data sets, the Internet, cybersecurity concerns, and computing impacts. APComputerSciencePrincipleswillgivestudentstheopportunitytousetechnologytoaddressreal-worldproblemsandbuild relevant solutions.Together, theseaspectsof thecoursemakeupa rigorousand richcurriculumthataimstobroadenparticipationincomputerscience.StudentswillbeexpectedtoparticipateintheAPexaminationinthespring.

APComputerScienceA Prerequisites:AlgebraII GradeLevels:11-12 Credits:1MathCreditThiscourseisanintroductorycourseincomputerscience.Thecourseoffersthestudentanopportunitytopursuespecialcomputerinterestsandprovidesaforumforstudentstoshareanddiscussadvancedcomputertopics.Itisintendedtoservebothasanintroductorycourseforcomputersciencemajorsandasacourseforpeoplewhowillmajor inotherdisciplinesthatrequiresignificant involvementwithtechnology. Attheconclusionofthecourse,studentswillbeableto:designandimplementsolutionstoproblemsbywriting,running,anddebuggingcomputerprograms; use and implement commonly used algorithms and data structures; develop and select appropriatealgorithms and data structures to solve problems; code fluently in an object-oriented paradigm using theprogramming language Java; read and understand a large program consisting of several classes and interactingobjects; and recognize the ethical and social implications of computer use. Students should be motivated,independent,andresponsiblelearners,andbepreparedtotaketheAPExaminMay.

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SCIENCEEarthScience

Prerequisites:None GradeLevels:9 Credits:1ScienceCredit;1VerifiedCreditwithpassingscoreontheEndofCourseSOLtestEarth Science provides the foundation for most of the sciences courses offered. This course examines Earth’sfeaturesandprocessesanditsplacementintheuniverse.EmphasisisplacedontheconstantchangesthatEarthundergoes,andhowthosechangesaffectlandforms,rockstructures,andlifeitself.Theclassprovidesinstructionin the areas of astronomy, meteorology, geology, ecology, and oceanography through laboratory experiences,groupactivities,projects,andwritingassignments.EarthScienceHonors

Prerequisites: Recommended 500 or above on previous Science SOL; 90+ in previous Science course;teacherrecommendation

GradeLevels:9 Credits:1ScienceCredit;1VerifiedScienceCreditwithpassingscoreontheEndofCourseSOLtestThisacceleratedcourseexaminesinmoredetailanddepththeEarth’sfeaturesandprocessesanditsplacementinthe universe. Emphasis is placed on the constant changes that Earth undergoes, and how those changes affectlandforms,rockstructures,and life itself.Theclassprovides instruction intheareasofastronomy,meteorology,geology,ecology,andoceanographythroughlaboratoryexperiences,groupactivities,rigoroustests,projects,plusextendedreadingandwritingassignments.Completionofa summerassignmentprior to the firstdayofclass isexpected.Biology

Prerequisites:NoneGradeLevels:9-10Credits:1ScienceCredit;1VerifiedScienceCreditwithpassingscoreontheEndofCourseSOLtest

Thislaboratory-orientedcourseisdesignedtoprovidestudentswithabackgroundinthebiologicalconceptswhileexperiencingproperexperimentaldesignandanalysis.ThecoursebuildsonconceptstaughtinEarthScienceandusestheseconceptstofocusonthelifeprocesseswithinthecellsuchasphotosynthesis,cellularrespiration,andprotein synthesis. Other units include cell reproduction, genetics, biotechnology, evolution, taxonomy, andecology.Researchskills,projects,andlaboratoryreportsareutilizedtoassiststudents indevelopinghigher levelthinkingskills.BiologyHonors

Prerequisites:ConcurrentenrollmentinGeometryHonorsorhigherGradeLevel:9-10Credits:1ScienceCredit;1VerifiedScienceCreditwithpassingscoreontheEndofCourseSOLtest

BiologyHonorsisarigorouscoursewhichpreparesstudentsfortheBiologyAdvancedPlacementcourse.Studentswillbeexpectedtodevelopproperlaboratoryskills,demonstrateexperimentaldesign,andwriteatanadvancedtechnicallevel.Thecourseprovidesanin-depthlookatallareascoveredinbiology.Additionalworkoutsideoftheclassroom, rigorous test, independent projects, and formal paperswill be emphasized. ONLY studentswho arewilling to commit to additional time outside of the classroom should consider taking this course. StudentssuccessfullycompletingthecoursewillbestronglyencouragedtoregisterforBiologyAPtheirjunioryear.

Chemistry

Prerequisite:AlgebraIIorconcurrentenrollment GradeLevels:10-12Credits:1ScienceCredit;1VerifiedCreditwithpassingscoreontheEndofCourseSOLtest

Thiscoursewill cover thebasicconceptsandskillsof chemistry through lessons,demonstration,and laboratorywork.Chemistry topicsareprogressiveand relyheavilyonappliedmathematics skills.Written reports,projects,

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and laboratory reports areutilized to assist students indevelopinghigher level thinking skills andpreparing forcollege.Studentswillbeexpectedtocompletehomeworknightly.

ChemistryHonors

Prerequisite:AlgebraIIHonorsorconcurrentenrollmentGradeLevels:10-12Credits:1ScienceCredit;1VerifiedScienceCreditwithpassingscoreontheEndofCourseSOLtest

ChemistryHonors is anaccelerated course thatprepares students forChemistryAdvancedPlacement. Studentsshouldbeprepared for a rigorouspaceof study, as the courseworkand laboratoryworkprogress through thetopics of matter and reactions, and an introduction to thermochemistry, equilibrium, kinetics, andelectrochemistry. Strongmath skills are essential to the appliedmathematical calculations that will be utilizedthroughoutthecourseworkandlaboratorywork.Studentsshouldbeabletocommittoadditionaltimeoutsideoftheclassroomforproblemsets,reading,andlabwork.

EarthScienceII:Geology

Prerequisites:EarthScienceGradeLevels:11-12Credits:1SemesterScienceCredit

Thissemestercoursefocusesonpetrology(thestudyofrocks)andthegeologicevolutionofVirginia.Studentswillexaminenumerousmineralandrockhandsamples,reviewplatetectonicsandmountainbuildingprocesses,andlearntheoriginofVirginia’sgeologicformations.Ahalf-dayfieldtripwillallowstudentstoinvestigateBlueRidgeprovincegeology.ThiscourseisdesignedtolinkwithasemesterofEarthScience2:AstronomyorOceanography.EarthScienceII:Astronomy

Prerequisite:EarthScienceGradeLevels:11-12Credits:1SemesterScienceCredit

Astronomyemphasizesinonesemesterthenature,origin,andevolutionofplanets,satellites,andotherobjectsinthe solar system. Students will trace the history of astronomy and the tools utilized by scientists to gatherinformationneededtoclassify,studystarssuchasthesunandothergalaxies,andtheoriessuchasthebigbangmodeloftheuniverse.Thecoursemayincludeweeklylabsthatinvolveindependentnighttimeobservationswhenweatherispermitting.ThiscourseisdesignedtolinkwithasemesterofEarthScienceII:GeologyEarthScienceII:Oceanography

Prerequisite:EarthScience GradeLevels:11-12 Credits:1SemesterScienceCreditOceanography,aonesemestercourse,exploresthegeological,physical,chemical,andbiologicalprocessesintheEarth’s oceans. Additional areas discussed in the course will include coastal ecosystems, oceanic ecosystems,ocean-atmosphericinteractionsthatimpactclimatesandweather,andhumanimpact.

BiologyII:HumanAnatomyandPhysiology

Prerequisites:Biology;ChemistryrecommendedGradeLevels:11-12Credits:1ScienceCredit

The course is lab oriented, designed to educate the student in the structure and function of the human body.Studentsinterestedinpursuingafour-yeardegreeinthelifesciencesorinamedicalfieldarestronglyencouragedto consider this course. Classpresentations, project based learning involving research anddiscover, dissections,andlabpracticaareutilizedtoenhancelearningandtopreparethestudentforcollegesciencecourses.Studentswillbeexposedtosomeforensicscienceandmedicalexaminationtechniques,inadditiontobecomingpreparedformakingfuturecriticalpersonaldecisions.

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Physics

Prerequisites:SuccessfulcompletionofAlgebraIIGradeLevels:11-12Credits:1ScienceCredit

Thiscourseaffordsstudentstheopportunitytodevelopanawarenessoffundamentalconceptsofphysicsthroughexperimentation. Emphasis is placed on laboratory, project design and solving physical problems through theapplication of physical laws, geometry and trigonometry. Physics prepares college bound students with theconcreteknowledgeofmechanics,energy,acoustics,optics,andelectricity.AdvancedPlacementBiology

Prerequisites:ChemistryorconcurrentenrollmentGradeLevels:10-12Credits:1ScienceCredit

BiologyAPisanaccelerated,college-levelbiologycourse.Extensivereadings,lecturesandlaboratoryworkprovidethe student with the same material offered in a college biology course. Topics covered include genetics,microbiology, molecular biology, comparative anatomy, evolution, and ecology. This course is very rigorous,requiringadditionalhoursoutsideof class time for laboratoryworkand reading.Students shouldbemotivated,independent,andresponsiblelearners,andbepreparedtotaketheAPExaminMay.AdvancedPlacementChemistry

Prerequisite:ChemistryHonors;ChemistrywithteacherrecommendationGradeLevels:11-12Credits:1ScienceCredit

ChemistryAPisasecondyearchemistrycoursewhichisdesignedtobetheequivalentoftwosemestersofcollegegeneralchemistryanditslaboratory(8credithours).Topicsincludematter,solutions,thermochemistry,reactions,kinetics,equilibrium,acid-baseequilibrium,andelectrochemistry.Thiscourseisveryrigorous,requiringadditionalhours outside of class time for laboratory work, reading, and problem sets. Students should be motivated,independent,andresponsiblelearners,andbepreparedtotaketheAPexaminMay.AdvancedPlacementPhysicsC:Mechanics

Prerequisite:ConcurrentenrollmentinAPCalculusBC.GradeLevel:12Credits:1ScienceCredit

PhysicsAPisarigorouscalculus-basedcoursewhichfocusesonNewtonianmechanics.Useofcalculusinproblemsolving and in derivations is expected to increase as the course progresses. The course includes weekly labs,problem sets andprojects and is designed toprepare students forpost-secondary studies inmathand science.Studentsshouldbemotivated,independent,andresponsiblelearners,andbepreparedtotaketheAPPhysicsC:MechanicsExaminMay.Becauseofthepaceatwhichcalculustopicswillbeusedinthiscourse,students inAPPhysicsCMechanicsmustalsobeenrolledinAPCalculusBC.AdvancedPlacement/DualEnrollmentEnvironmentalScience

Prerequisite:Biology&Chemistry;PassingscoresontheVPT(orexemption)requiredforDualEnrollment GradeLevel:11-12 Credits:1ScienceCredit;CollegeCreditsiftakenasDualEnrollmentThisclassisdesignedtobetheequivalentofanintroductorycollegecourseinenvironmentalscience.Studentswillexplore fundamental components and interactions that make up the natural systems of the Earth, embracingtopicsfromgeology,biology,chemistry,andenvironmentalstudies.Thecourserequiresthatstudentsidentifyandanalyze natural and human-made environmental problems, evaluate the relative risks associated with theseproblems,andexaminealternativesolutions for resolvingorpreventing them.Topics includeEarthsystemsandresourcessuchasrocksandthesolidEarth,soils,theatmosphere,theoceans;ecosystems;populationdynamics;landandwateruse;energyresourcesandconsumption;pollution;andglobalchange.Occasionalafternoonand/orweekendfieldtripswillbeassigned.Studentsshouldbemotivatedandresponsible learners;theymaychoosetotaketheAPEnvironmentalScienceExaminMayortakethecoursefordualenrollmentcollegecredit,orboth.

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WORLDLANGUAGESToreceiveanAdvancedStudiesDiploma,studentsarerequiredtoearnthreecredits inone foreign languageortwocreditseachoftwo languages. Notall four-yearcollegesrequireaworld languageforadmission,butmanyrequireorstronglyrecommendaminimumoftwoyearsofaworldlanguage.FrenchI

Prerequisite:None GradeLevels:9-12 Credits:1ForeignLanguageCreditFrench I students learn sounds, stress patterns, and intonation of the French language. Basic structures andvocabulary are presented through practice in listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Students develop theircommunication skills focusing on interpersonal communication, interpretive communication and presentationalcommunication. Students can communicatebothorally and inwritingon somevery familiar topicsusingwordsand phrases that have been practiced or memorized. Students also investigate basic information about thegeography, customs and culture of French speaking countries. An average of 15minutes of study per night isexpected:ACTFL-NoviceLow

FrenchII

Prerequisites:FrenchI(orAdvancedFrenchI)withan80+and/orteacherrecommendationGradeLevels:9-12Credits:1ForeignLanguageCredit

ThiscourseincludesareviewofFrenchIwithadditionalgrammarandreadingselectionsdesignedtoinvestigateand reflect on the relationship between the products, perspectives and practices of French speaking counties.Students continue to develop their communication skills focusing on interpersonal communication, interpretivecommunication and presentational communication. By the end of the second year, the dedicated student cancommunicate and exchange information about familiar topics using phrases and simple sentences, sometimessupported by memorized language. The dedicated student can handle short social interactions in everydaysituationsbyaskingandansweringsimplequestions:ACTFL-NoviceHigh.

FrenchIIIPrerequisites:FrenchII(orAdvancedFrenchII)withan80+and/orteacherrecommendationGradeLevels:9-12Credits:1ForeignLanguageCredit

Studentscontinuetodeveloptheirproficiencyinthetargetlanguageinallfourskills:listening,speaking,reading,and writing focusing on interpersonal communication, interpretive communication and presentationalcommunication. Theyunderstand short conversationsand canbeunderstoodbynatives accustomed todealingwithforeigners.Thededicatedstudentcancommunicateandexchangeinformationaboutfamiliartopicsandcanunderstandwords,phrasesandsentencesrelatedtoeveryday life.Thestudentcanunderstandthemain idea inshort messages and presentations on familiar topics and understand the main idea of authentic simpleconversations.15minutesofstudypernightisexpected.ACTFL:NoviceHigh–IntermediateLow

FrenchIIIHonors

Prerequisites:FrenchII(orAdvancedFrenchII)witha90+and/orteacherrecommendation GradeLevels:9-12 Credits:1ForeignLanguageCreditStudentscontinuetodeveloptheirproficiencyinthetargetlanguageinallfourskills:listening,speaking,reading,and writing focusing on interpersonal communication, interpretive communication and presentationalcommunication. Communication continues in various tenses and structures on awide variety of topics such ashistory,health,socialissues,andfutureplans.Emphasisisonconsistentuseofthetargetlanguageforclassroomactivities.Studentsareexpectedtoperformatahigherlevelofindependencetocompletemorechallengingand

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in-depthperformancetasks.Adeeperconnectiontothetargetcultureisdeveloped.20minutesofstudypernightisexpected.ACTFL:IntermediateLowFrenchIVHonors

Prerequisites:FrenchIII(orFrenchIIIHonors)witha90+and/orteacherrecommendationGradeLevels:10-11Credits:1ForeignLanguageCredit

French IV Honors students will engage in intermediate mid to high interpersonal speaking and writing,presentationalspeakingandwritingaswellasinterpretivereadingandlistening.ThiscourseisdesignedtopreparestudentsforahighlevelofFrenchlanguageproficiencyinthefollowingareas:conversation,auralcomprehension,reading comprehension, composition and French culture. Students must have proven their proficiency in theearlier levels of French language courses in order to participate in this class. Upon completion of this course,students will have developed amore independent command of the language andwill be able to demonstratetheseskillsthroughpreparedandimpromptupresentationsandexercises.Thiscourseisintendedtobefastpacedand intensive.Thestudent’swillingnesstoread independentlyandtoexploreavarietyofrelatedcultural topicswillcontributetohisorhersuccess.Additionally,studentsmayelecttotaketheSTAMPtesttoearntheVirginiaSealofBiliteracy.Studentsareexpectedtodedicateatleast30minutesdailytoclasspreparation.Completionofa

summerassignmentpriortothefirstdayofclassisexpected.

FrenchVHonors

Prerequisites:FrenchIVHonorswitha90+and/orteacherrecommendationGradeLevels:11-12Credits:1ForeignLanguageCredit

French V Honors students will engage in intermediate high interpersonal speaking and writing, presentationalspeakingandwritingaswellasinterpretivereadingandlistening.ThiscourseisdesignedforthestudentwhohasreachedanadvancedleveloflanguagedevelopmentandisabletoacquireinformationabouttheFrenchspeakingworld through texts,newspaperarticles, internet, literature,history, finearts,moviesandFrench televisionandradio.TheSATIIFrenchexamisencouraged,butnotrequired.Willingnesstoperfect languageskillsbothinandoutsideoftheclassroomwillcontributesignificantlytostudentsuccess.Completionofasummerassignmentpriortothefirstdayofclass isexpected.Additionally,studentsmayelecttotaketheSTAMPtesttoearntheVirginiaSealofBiliteracy.Studentsareexpectedtodedicateatleast30minutesdailytoclasspreparation.Completionofa

summerassignmentpriortothefirstdayofclassisexpected.LatinI

Prerequisite:None GradeLevels:9-12 Credits:1ForeignLanguageCredit StudentsareintroducedtobasicLatingrammarandvocabularyandreadLatinstoriesaboutRomanhistory,dailylife,andGreekandRomanmythology.ClassactivitiesdevelopLatinreadingandtranslatingskills,expandLatinandEnglishgrammaticalfacility,andenlargethestudent’sEnglishvocabularythroughafocusonderivatives.Regularassignments in Englishprovideopportunities to investigate cultural topics from the ancientworld. Co-curricularactivities include local club activities, regional and national contests and opportunities for analytic and creativewriting.Studentsareexpectedtospend30minutesdailyonclasspreparation.

LatinII

Prerequisites:LatinIwithan85+and/orteacherrecommendationGradeLevels:9-12Credits:1ForeignLanguageCredit

Studentsconcludetheirintroductiontobasicvocabulary,grammarandreadingskills,andthenbeginstudyoftheadvanced grammar. Cultural emphasis is on daily life, the historical background of the Roman nation andgovernment,andonthetopographyandmonumentsofRomeinlightoftheLatinreadingsunderstudy.Thesameco-curricular opportunities are offered as in Latin I. Students should expect to spend 30minutes daily on classpreparation.

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LatinIIIHonors Prerequisites:LatinIIwithan85+and/orteacherrecommendationGradeLevels:9-12Credits:1ForeignLanguageCredit

Students conclude their study of the remaining advanced grammar. Transition is made to reading authentic,unadaptedLatin.StudentsreadselectionsfromavarietyofRomanauthorsinbothproseandverse,includingLivy,Caesar,Cicero,Eutropius,Augustus,Ovid,Martial,andVergil.Studentsmasteradvancedgrammatical formsandconstructions and specialized vocabulary particular to each author and continue to develop their vocabulary ofLatin derivatives. Emphasis is placed upon analysis and interpretation of Roman culture through its literature.Students participate in class discussions, small group projects, and individual research on topics relating to thesocial,political,andhistoricalcontextsoftheliteraryworks.Co-curricularactivitieslikethoseforotherlevelsareoffered.TheLatinSATSubjectTestmaybetakenattheendofthiscourse(andascoreof600orhigherqualifiesthestudentforVAbi-literacyupongraduation).

LatinIV,V,VIHonors

Prerequisites:LatinIII,LatinIV,orLatinVasappropriatewitha85+;teacherrecommendation GradeLevels:10-12 Credits:1ForeignLanguageCreditThis is a multi-level class, with 4th, 5th, and 6th year students. This class is a general survey course of Latinliterature and culture. The course will be structured around several thematic units (e.g. epigraphy,mythology,elegiacpoetry),and theLatin readingswill come fromavarietyofRomanauthors,bothproseandpoetry.Newsyntaxandvocabularyarestudiedastheyaremetintheliterature.Theemphasisofthecurriculum,howeverliesinthestudyoftheauthors’styles,themes,imagery,andplaceintheirsocietyandthehistoryofwesternliterature.Assignmentsmayalsoincludethereadingandanalysisofcriticalessaysandsecondarysources,andthewritingofanalyticalessays.Gradingisbasedonquizzes,tests,translations,contributionstoclassdiscussions,projects,andessaywriting.Studentswillnotberequiredtocompleteasummerreadingassignmentforthiscourse.TheLatinSATSubjectTestisrecommendedduringthiscourse.Inadditiontotheusualcontestsandcertamina,seniorsareeligibletocompleteforregionalandnationalscholarshipsintheclassics.Ascoreof600ontheSATSubjectTest,oraSilverMedalontheNationalLatinExamLevel4,oraCumLaudeonLevel5or6,ora scoreofI-2ontheACTFLALIRAtestqualifiesstudentsfortheVABi-literacySealupongraduation.LatinIV,V,VIAdvancedPlacement

Prerequisites:LatinIII,LatinIV,orLatinVasappropriatewitha90+;teacherrecommendation GradesLevels:11-12 Credits:1ForeignLanguageThis is amulti-level class, with 4th, 5th, and 6th year students. This classwill follow the AP Latin [Vergil-Caesar]curriculum as prescribed by the College Board. Students will be expected to complete a summer readingassignment.ThecourseisdevotedtoaclosereadingoflargesegmentsofVergil’sAeneidandCaesar’sGallicWarsinLatin,alloftheAeneidandmuchoftheGallicWars inEnglish,aswellasastudyoftheculturalandhistoricalbackgroundof theseLatin texts. Newsyntaxandvocabularyarestudiedas theyaremet in the literature. Theemphasisofthecurriculum,however,liesinthestudyoftheauthors’styles,themes,imagery,andplaceintheirsocietyandthehistoryofwesternliterature.Co-curricularassignmentsincludethereadingandanalysisofcriticalessays as secondary resources and student writing of analytical essays. Grading is based on quizzes, tests,translations, contributions to class discussions, projects, andessaywriting. TheAPexam inMay is encouraged(especiallyforfifthandsixthyearstudents),butnotrequired.TheLatinSATSubjectTestisrecommendedduringthe course. In addition to the usual contests and certamina, seniors are eligible to complete for regional andnational scholarships in the classics. Completion of a summer assignment prior to the first day of class is

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SpanishI

Prerequisite:None GradeLevels:9-12 Credits:1ForeignLanguageCreditSpanishIstudentswillengageinnovicelowlevelsofinterpersonalspeakingandwriting,presentationalspeakingandwriting,aswellas interpretivereadingand listening.Thecoreofthecourse isgrammarstudyand itsuse inconversationalskills.AnoverviewofHispaniccountriesandhistoricalcharactersareincludedintheculturalstudy.Classworkandprojectspromotecommunicationskills,culturalawareness,andconnectionswithotherdisciplines.Studentsareexpectedtodedicateatleast30minutesdailytoclasspreparation.SpanishII

Prerequisites:SpanishIwithan80+and/orteacherrecommendationGradeLevels:9-12Credits:1ForeignLanguageCredit

Spanish IIstudentswillengage innovicemidtohigh levelsof interpersonalspeakingandwriting,presentationalspeakingandwriting,aswellasinterpretivereadingandlistening.Thecoreofthecourseisgrammarstudyanditsuseinconversationalskills.AnoverviewofHispaniccountriesandhistoricalcharactersareincludedintheculturalstudy. Classwork and projects promote communication skills, cultural awareness, and connections with otherdisciplines.Studentsareexpectedtodedicateatleast30minutesdailytoclasspreparation.

SpanishIII

Prerequisites:SpanishIIwithan80+and/orteacherrecommendationGradeLevels:9-12Credits:1ForeignLanguageCredit

Spanish III students will engage in intermediate mid to high levels of interpersonal speaking and writing,presentationalspeakingandwriting,aswellasinterpretivereadingandlistening.Afterabriefreviewofthebasicgrammarstructurespreviouslyacquired,thecourseemphasizesthedevelopmentofskillsinnarration,expressinghopes and wishes, and reporting facts in the past. Students are expected to work on independent and groupprojects that develop communicative skills, cultural awareness, and connections with other disciplines studied.ClassroominstructionisprimarilyinSpanishwithbriefgrammarexplanationsinEnglish.Studentsareexpectedtodedicateatleast30minutesdailytoclasspreparationSpanishIIIHonors

Prerequisite:SpanishIIwitha90+and/orteacherrecommendation GradeLevels:9-12 Credits:1ForeignLanguageCreditSpanish III Honors students will engage in intermediate high levels of interpersonal speaking and writing,presentationalspeakingandwriting,aswellasinterpretivereadingandlistening.StudentswillfocusonAPglobalthemes throughout the course in order to prepare for success in the upper levels of Spanish. The courseemphasizesthedevelopmentofskills innarration,expressinghopesandwishes,andreportingfacts inthepast.Students are expected to work on independent and group projects that develop communicative skills, culturalawareness,andconnectionswithotherdisciplinesstudied.StudentswillberequiredtouseSpanishintheirdailyinteractions inclasswiththeteacherandotherstudents.Studentsareexpectedtodedicateat least30minutesdailytoclasspreparation.Completionofasummerassignmentpriortothefirstweekofclassisexpected.ThissummerassignmentwillprovideabriefreviewofSpanishIIgrammarconcepts.

SpanishIVHonors/DualEnrollment(SPA201/202)

Prerequisites: Spanish III (Spanish IIIHonors)with a 90+and/or teacher recommendation; PassingVPTscores(orexemption)requiredforDualEnrollment;SPA102orequivalent.GradeLevels:10-12Credits:1ForeignLanguageCredit;6-8CollegeCreditsiftakenasDualEnrollment

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This course continues todevelopunderstanding, speaking, reading, andwriting skills.May includeoraldrill andpractice. Spanish IV Honors/DE students will engage in intermediate mid to high interpersonal speaking andwriting,presentationalspeakingandwritingaswellasinterpretivereadingandlistening.ThiscourseisdesignedtointroducethestudenttothehistoryandliteratureofSpainandLatinAmericaandtotheadvancedstructuresofthe Spanish language. Listening, reading, speaking, and writing activities are designed to challenge highlymotivated individuals.Studentsacquireculturalcompetencythroughhistorical, literary,and journalisticreadingsaswell as by viewing authentic video and film samples from various Spanish-speaking countries. Individual andgroupprojects that enhance language and cultural acquisition are assignedeachquarter. Additionally, studentsmust use Spanish as the language of communication on a daily basis. Studentswill focus on AP global themesthroughout the course in order to prepare for Spanish V AP. The pace of this course is designed tomatch theintensityofcollege levelstudy.Studentsareexpectedtodedicateat least30minutesdailytoclasspreparation.Completionofasummerassignmentpriortothefirstweekofclassisexpected.

SpanishVAPDE(SPA203/204)

Prerequisites: Spanish IV Honors with a 90+ and/or teacher recommendation; Passing VPT scores (orexemption)requiredforDualEnrollment;SPA201-202orequivalent.GradeLevels:10-12Credits:1ForeignLanguageCredit;6-8CollegeCreditsiftakenasDualEnrollment

This course continues todevelopunderstanding, speaking, reading, andwriting skills.May includeoraldrill andpractice. Spanish V AP/DE students will engage in intermediate high interpersonal speaking and writing,presentational speakingandwritingaswellas interpretive readingand listening.Thiscourse isdesigned for thestudentwhohasreachedanadvancedleveloflanguagedevelopmentandisabletoacquireinformationabouttheSpanishworldthroughliterature,film,periodicalsandfinearts.Studentsareexpectedtocompleteprojectsandtomakeextensivepresentationson topicsofpersonal,political, literary,andartistic interest.CommunicationskillsareenhancedthroughconsistentuseoftheSpanishlanguagebothinandoutsideoftheclassroom.ThecoursewillemphasizepreparationfortheAdvancedPlacementexamination,employingexercisesandmaterialsdesignedbytheCollegeBoardandby the teacher.AP studentswill focuson theAPglobal themes throughout the year.APactivitiesincludepreparationofin-depthoralreports,completionofpracticetestsandvoicerecordingsinadditiontoPodcastsandweeklynewsarticles.ReadingselectionscorrespondtoasurveyofSpanishandSpanishAmericanliterature.Grammarisreviewedandperfectedinthecontextoftheliteraryselectionunderdiscussion.SelectionsaretakenfromactualtextsdesignedfornativespeakersaswellasfromAPtexts.Willingnesstoperfectlanguageskills both in and outside of the classroomwill contribute significantly to student success. Students should bemotivated, independent,andresponsible learners,andbepreparedtotaketheAPExaminMay.Ascoreof3orhigherontheAPSpanishLanguageandCultureexamwillqualifystudentstoearntheVirginiaSealofBiliteracy.Students are expected to dedicate at least 30 minutes daily to class preparation. Completion of a summer

assignmentpriortothefirstweekofclassisexpected.

SpanishVIDE(SPA212/213)

Prerequisites:SpanishVAP;PassingVPTscores(orexemption)requiredforDE;SPA202orequivalentGradeLevels:12Credits:1ForeignLanguageCredit;6-8CollegeCreditsiftakenasDualEnrollment

SPA212-213–IntermediateSpanishConversationI-II.Continuestodevelopfluencythroughemphasisonidiomsandothercomplexsentencestructure.Mayincludeoraldrillandpractice.ReadingsanddiscussionsareconductedinSpanish.SpanishVIDEstudentswillengageinadvancedlowinterpersonalspeakingandwriting,presentationalspeaking and writing as well as interpretive reading and listening. This course is designed to give advancedstudents theopportunity to refineand increase theirabilities towrite, read,andspeakSpanish.Thecoursewillhaveastrongemphasisonoralproficiency.CulturalandliteraryreadingsandselectedSpanish-languagefilmsareamong thematerials onwhich class discussion and assignmentsmay be centered. A grammar review, focusedmainlyontypicalareasofdifficulty,willbeincluded.ThecoursewillbeconductedentirelyinSpanish.Studentsareexpectedtodedicateatleast30minutesdailytoclasspreparation.Completionofasummerassignmentpriorto

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SOCIALSCIENCEANDLANGUAGEARTSELECTIVES

SociologyHonorsPrerequisites:BaverageinimmediatelyprevioussocialstudiescourseGradeLevels:11-12Credits:1ElectiveCredit

Students examine the way people interact with one another in society. Sociology involves learning aboutrelationships within groups, relationships within social institutions, and the organization of societies. Manydifferent topics such as social stratification, family, work, age, gender, religion and health are explored.Additionally, relevant and current social issues are studied. There are many homework assignments, researchprojects,essays,andpresentations, so the studentmustbeprepared toworkoutsideof class.Completionofa

summerassignmentpriortothefirstweekofclassisexpected.

CreativeWriting

Prerequisite:Studentsmusttrulyenjoywritingandbededicatedtotheprocessofimprovement GradeLevels:10-12 Credits:1ElectiveCreditThe course is designed tohelphighlymotivated studentswrite better in awritingworkshop format. The classdiscussesthemanysourcesofcreativewritingideas,howtostartwriting,howtoletapiecetakeonalifeof itsown,thepowerofusingimagesfromallsenses;theimportanceofusingthesoundsofwords;theimportanceofusingprecisediction;theeffectsofcadenceandrhythmonmeaning;theeffectsofforms,patternsandstructures;thedevelopmentof story, character, setting andpointof view. The classwill discussmodel pieces,write theirown,readthemaloud,sharetheirobservationsofothers’workandrevisetheirownpiecesinaworkshopsetting.Theclasswillfree-writetodesignatedprompts,engageingroupwritingexercises,writeobservationsinjournals,distill these ideas intopieceswhich canbediscussed inworkshopand thenbe revised several times. Studentsshouldproduceseveralpoemsorseveralpagesofstoryeachweek.Studentswillbeencouragedtopublishtheirwork.Studentswhodowellintheclassandwanttorepeatitmaydosowithapprovalfromtheteacher.

JournalismI,II,IIIPrerequisites:Studentsmustdemonstrategoodwritingskills;completionofapplication;teacherrecommendation

GradeLevels:10-12 Credits:1ElectiveCreditJournalismI:Thiscourseisdesignedtoteachtheprinciples,techniques,andprocessesusedinpublishingahigh-quality studentnewspaper. All studentsare required towrite, revise, sell advertisements,participate in layout,takepictures and sell newspapers. Muchof thework takesplaceoutside the classon the student’sown time.Studentsneedtobehighlymotivated,curious,independent,creative,prompt,personable,anddependable.Thisclasscombinesacademicclassroomwork,teamwork,andbusinessskills.JournalismII:ThiscourseprovidesstudentswiththeopportunitytodevelopfurthertheskillslearnedinJournalismI.Studentsaregivenincreasedresponsibilityandopportunityforleadership.JournalismIII:Thiscourseallowsstudentstoenhancetheskillsofwriting,editing,addesign,adsales,layoutandphotographyalreadydeveloped in Journalism Iand II. Theknowledgegained inthetwopreviousyearsenablesthird-year students todevelopmorecreativityand individuality in their leadershipand in theirpeer-teachingoffirstandsecond-yearstudents.

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FINEANDPERFORMINGARTS

ArtI

Prerequisites:Nopreviousartclassisnecessary;however,thestudentshouldhaveaninterestinart GradeLevels:9-12 Credits:1FineArtsCreditIn this foundation course, students are given theopportunity toexplore theelementsof art: line, color, shape,form,texture,value,andvolume.Arthistoryandappreciationareincludedinthiscourse.Therearesketchbookassignmentsthatstudentswillbeexpectedtocompleteduringoneclassperiod.ArtIHonors

Prerequisites:Nopreviousartclassisnecessary;however,thestudentshouldhaveastronginterestinart,behighlymotivated,andpossessastrongworkethicandacommitmenttothecreativelearningprocess.

GradeLevels:9-12 Credits:1FineArtsCreditInthiscourse,studentsaregiventheopportunitytoexploretheelementsofart:line,color,shape,form,texture,value,andvolume.Thereisastrongemphasisondrawingandpainting.Arthistoryandappreciationareincludedinthiscourse.Thereareweeklysketchbook(homework)assignmentsinwhichthestudentsareexpectedtospendaminimumof45minutesoneachdrawing. Sketchbooksareanessentialpartof thecurriculumandshouldbetaken seriously. During the second semester, students will create work involving the principles of design:repetition,variety,balance,emphasis,rhythm,movement,andproportion.Therigorouscurriculumincludesmoreadvanced painting and drawing assignments, as well as printmaking and sculpture. Completion of a summer

assignmentpriortothefirstdayofclassisexpected.

ArtII

Prerequisites:CompletedArt1withan80+orhigher;teacherrecommendation GradeLevels:10-12 Credits:1FineArtsCreditArtIIstudentscontinuetobuilduponthebasicsofArtI.Studentsalsoexploreavarietyofnewmediaindrawing,acrylicpainting,screenprintingandsculpture.Artappreciationisanintegralpartoftheclassandisoftenabasisformanyassignments.Weeklysketchbookassignmentsarerequiredandarecompletedoutsideofclass.Studentsareexpectedtospendaminimumof45minutestoanhourforeachsketchbook.Studentsshouldhaveasincereinterestanddesiretocontinueinthisnextlevelofadvancedvisualarts.

ArtIII

Prerequisites:CompletedArtIIwithan80+orhigher;teacherrecommendation GradeLevels:11-12 Credits:1FineArtsCreditArtIIIisdesignedfortheseriousartstudentwhoenjoysthissubjectand/ordesirestopursuethisareaasacareerchoice. Students use more sophisticated materials and techniques in drawing, painting and sculpture. Artappreciationandanalysisisanintegralpartofthisclass.Thestudyofarchitectureandperiodstylesisthefocusofonenineweeks. This is the class inwhich theartist chair assignment is requiredwhereby studentsdesignandpaint a chair based on the work of a particular artist. There are weekly sketchbook assignments in which thestudent is expected to spendaminimumofonehouroneach study. Studentsareassisted inpreparing collegeportfolios.ArtIV

Prerequisites:CompletedArtIIIwithan80+orhigher;teacherrecommendation GradeLevels:12 Credits:1FineArtsCreditThiscourseisdesignedfortheseriousartstudentwhomaybeconsideringanartcareerorwhowouldenjoythehighest level of in-depth studies involving sophisticatedmaterials and techniques.Art appreciation and analysis

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continuestobeanintegralpartofthecurriculum.Weeklywritingassignmentswillcorrespondtothestudyofartperiods,stylesandartists.Studentsareassistedinpreparingcollegeportfolios.Inthislevel,studentsareofferedthe opportunity to work in drawing, painting, printmaking and sculpture. In addition to the weekly writingassignments there areweekly sketchbooks forwhich the students are expected to spend one to two hours ofwork.

DecorativeandFunctionalArt

Prerequisites:None GradeLevels:10-12(withpreferencegivento11&12) Credits:1FineArtsCreditThiscourseisanintroductiontodecorativeandutilitariancrafts.Studentsaregiventheopportunitytoworkwithavariety ofmaterials, tools andprojects. The importanceof good craftsmanship is stressed for each assignment.During the first semester, students studymasks in various cultures and createparis-craftmasks. Theyhave theopportunity to work with polymer clay. A unit on fibers will focus on weaving, wrapped basketry and reedbasketry.StudentscreateworksbasedontheculturesoftheHuicholandCunaIndianswithHuicholbeadartandpapermolas.Thesecondsemesterisfocusedonstainedglassmosaics,fusedglass,Ukrainianeggs,directdyesilkpainting,batikandgourddecoration.Occasionally,artappreciationisincludedwhencertainunitsareintroduced.Studentsshouldbewillingtotryavarietyofmaterialsandberespectfuloftools.

Ceramics

Prerequisites:None GradeLevels:11-12 Credits:1FineArtsCreditThiscourseisdesignedtointroduceyoutohandbuiltandwheelthrowntechniques.Itisexpectedthatyouhaveaninterestinceramicsandarewillingtoworkinthisonemediumforanentireyear.Traditionalandexperimentalsculpture techniquesareexplored,aswellasvariousdecorative finishes. Eachnineweeks, studentswillhaveawheelrequiredproject.Additionally,studentswilllearnhowakilnfunctionsandparticipateinafiring.DigitalPhotography Prerequisites:None GradeLevels:10-12 Credits:1FineArtsCreditThis course is designed to teach students how to take and print interesting, fine art photographs with digitalcameras. This course includes instruction in composition, digital technology, archival printing and thehistoryofphotography.Studentswhotake thiscoursemusthavestrong timemanagementskills.Theywillbe required totake 50-100 photographs per week independently outside of class in order to have adequate choices for theirassignments.

PhotojournalismI,II,III,IV

Prerequisites:Completionofanacceptableapplicationessayforentryintothefirstyear GradeLevels:10-12 Credits:1FineArtsCreditStudents learn the principles, techniques, and processes used in publication. They apply these skills to theproductionofouraward-winningyearbook.Studentsstudyformatting,copy-writing,layoutdesign,photography,proofreading, editing, and financial applications. Using a page-layout program and Adobe Photoshop, studentsproduce the yearbook using digital computer technology. Students are involved in ad sales in the community,yearbooksalesanddistribution,and financial recordkeeping fora substantialbudget. Successfulparticipation inPhotojournalismI,II,andIIIrequirestheabilitytoworkbothindependentlyandcooperativelywithaminimumofadult supervision. Some after-school work is required. There is a substantial amount of interaction with thecommunity(bothpersonallyandbytelephone)andwithotherstudentsandteachersinthehighschool.Themostimportant requirement for continued success in this program is the student’s willingness to make a year-longcommitment to the yearbook and tomeeting publication deadlines. Students in second- and third-year classes

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acceptleadershipandresponsibilityforcreativedesignandcopydevelopment.Theyworkwithfirst-yearstudentstoassistinskillsdevelopment.

TheatreArtsExploration

Prerequisites:None GradeLevels:9-12 Credits:1FineArtsCreditThiscourseisdesignedtogivestudentsageneralsurveyofdramaasanartform.Studentsstudytheevolutionoftheatre styles, play and character analysis, playwriting, and play directing through the reading and viewing ofvariousworks.Beginningactingtechniquesaretaught,improvisationalscenesaredeveloped,andbasictechnicaltheatreisintroduced.Studentsmustbewillingtoperform,aswellastocomplete,writtenassignmentsintheatrehistoryandterminology.

AdvancedTheatreArts

Prerequisites:TheatreArtsExploration;teacherrecommendation GradeLevels:10-12 Credits:1FineArtsCreditThiscourse,amoredetailedcontinuationofTheatreArtsExploration,isdesignedforthestudentwithaninterestinadvancedacting,directingortechnicaltheatre.Studentscontinuewithskillsfrompreviousdramacourseworkand assume significant acting, directing or production responsibilities for student productions. Each semesterculminateswithanindependentproject.

TheatricalProduction

Prerequisites:AdvancedTheatreArts;teacherrecommendation GradeLevels:11-12 Credits:1FineArtsCreditStudents continue the studyof theatrical styleswithamorepractical,hands-onapproach;withmoreadvancedwork in acting and/or directing; and with class presentations. Each semester each student produces a majorindividual project in the area of acting, playwriting, directing, theatre history, or technical theatre. Studentscontemplatingafutureintheatredeveloparepertoireofauditionmaterialsanddirectingcredits.

Chorus

Prerequisites:Vocalrangetestingwiththedirector GradeLevels:9-12 Credits:1FineArtsCreditThisclassisdesignedtogivestudentstheopportunitytoexperiencemusicperformanceasamemberofamixedchorus.Uponselections,studentswillbeplacedintothegroupasoneoffourvoiceparts:Soprano/Alto(females),or Tenor/Bass (males). This chorus will rehearse and perform pieces from a variety of musical styles andcomposers.Studentswilllearntofollowmusicalnotation,recognizetimeandkeysignatures,andtosingaspartoflargeandsmallensembles.Studentswillalso learntouseappropriatepostureandbreathingtechniques,tosingmusic containing twoormoreparts, and to respondvocally to conductinggestures andexpressive signals. Thisensemblewillalsolearnhowtoexecuteexpectedrehearsalandperformanceetiquette

ConcertBand

Prerequisites:Audition(forchairplacement)andacceptancerequiredGradeLevels:9-12Credits:1FineArtsCredit

This course is designed to build upon skills learned in prior years of instrumental experience. This course willcontinueto focusonbalance,blend, intonation,andstyle.Studentswill further theirstudyofscales (majorandminor), instrumental tone studies, instrumental technique studies, and will sight-read and prepare music ofVBODA Grade III or higher. Students will have the opportunity to perform as a group for concerts, festivals,performancetrips,andotherfunctionsbothinsideandoutsideofRCHS.

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JazzBand

Prerequisites:Auditionandacceptancerequired GradeLevels:9-12 Credits:1FineArtsCreditThis classexplores theplayingandperformingof various jazzmusic styles.The studentswill studyandperformmusic designed for the traditional big band or jazz combo ensembles, depending upon enrollment and/orinstrumentation.Studentswillalsohavetheopportunitytostudyimprovisationasindividualsandasapartoftheensemble.Theinstrumentationforthisclassisopentothefollowinginstruments:Twoaltosaxophones,twotenorsaxophones,1baritonesaxophone,four trumpets, four trombones, piano, guitar, bass, and two drum set percussion students. These studentswillhave the opportunity to perform at concerts, festivals, performance trips, and other functions both inside andoutsideofRCHS WindEnsemble

Prerequisites:Auditionandacceptancerequired GradeLevels:10-12(windinstrumentplayersonly),9-12forpercussionistsCredits:1

Thisgroupwillbebyauditiononlyandthenumberofstudentsselectedwillbebasedoffofthedirector'sbestjudgmentandforthebettermentofthebalanceoftheensemble.Thiscoursewillcontinuetofocusonbalance,blend,intonation,andstyle.Studentswillfurthertheirstudyofscales(majorandminor),instrumentaltonestudies,instrumentaltechniquestudies,andwillsight-readandpreparemusicofVBODAGradeIIIorhigher.Studentswillhavetheopportunitytoperformasagroupforconcerts,festivals,performancetrips,andotherfunctionsbothinsideandoutsideofRCHS.StudentsmustbeawarethattheremaybeinstanceswheretheyarecalledontoplaywiththeConcertBandtocreateafullersound.Allpercussionistswillbeinthisensemble,nomatterthegradelevel,butwillstillbeexpectedtoplay/preparepercussionmusicforbothensembles.

MarchingBand

Prerequisites:7thgradebandandteacherrecommendationGradeLevels:8-12Credits:1SemesterFineArtsCredit(1stsemesterclassonly)

Theaward-winningRockbridgeCountyHighSchoolMarchingWildcatsarethemostvisibleperforminggroupoftheentire RCHSMusic Department. This group consists of all woodwind and brass instruments, as well as batterypercussion (marching drumline), and keyboard and auxiliary percussion as well. This group gets the incredibleopportunitytoperformatallRCHShomefootballgames,aswellasvariousparades,festivals,someawayfootballgames,andmarchingcompetitionsthroughoutthestate.TheMarchingWildcatsrehearseduringa2weekbandcampatRCHSbeforethestartoftheschoolyear(1weekof“Rookie”campfornewmarchers,1weekColorGuardandPercussionCamp,and1weekofFullBandCamp),and3-4daysaweekafterschooleachweekwhenschoolisin session. Being amember of theMarchingWildcats is an incredible opportunity to form life-long friendships,developpersonalcharacteristicsofteamworkandcooperation,andtohavealotoffunperformingagreatshowwithyourpeers.

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CAREERANDTECHNICALEDUCATIONCOURSES

SolutionsSTEMAcademyThe Solutions STEMAcademy offers real-world, practical, hands-on learning experiences for students. Science,Technology, Engineering, andMath concepts are infused into the Solutions curriculum to create an active andengaging course of study along three different pathways; 21st Century Agriculture, Energy & Power, andEnvironmentalTechnology.Academyentry isacompetitiveprocess. Thereare limitedseatsavailable. Admissionrequiresanapplication,ateacherreference,andarecommendationfromthestudent’sgatewayclassinstructor.Acceptanceconsiderationsinclude attendance record, discipline record, overall academic performance, demonstrated skill development inthegatewayclass,andmotivationtolearn.

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Solutions21stCenturyAgricultureThe Solutions 21st Century Agriculture pathway focuses on the many opportunities that await students inagriculture and related science careers. Advanced technology applications are explored including the use ofdrones,robots,andalternativeenergy.Strongemphasisisplacedoninquiry,problemsolving,scientificresearch,andagricultureasanentrepreneurialenterpriseAgricultureSTEMI:BiologicalApplicationsinAgriculture

Prerequisites:STEMAcademyapplicationandacceptanceGradeLevels:10Credits:1CTECredit

This course is designed to integrate science and technology into the agricultural education setting. Studentsexplore the biological principles associated with an agriculture business by focusing on both animal and cropproduction. Students will use advanced technology in a project-based learning format to conduct scientificexperimentsandsolveproblemsrelatedtoanimalandplantsystems.AgricultureSTEMII:CropProductionandHorticultureScience

Prerequisites:AgricultureSTEMIIGradeLevels:11Credits:1CTECredit

Studentsapplyscientificprinciplestotheimportantroleofcropproductiononaprofitablefarmbygrowingcropsin multiple settings including greenhouse operations, hydroponics, and field-grown. Land conservation, soilscience,andcompostingwillbeemphasized.Advancedtechnologyapplicationssuchasdrones,robots,renewableenergy,andautomationplayasignificantroleinthiscourse.Studentscontinuetodevelopskillsinanimalsystems.AgricultureSTEMIII:OperatingtheFarmBusiness

Prerequisites:AgricultureSTEMIIIGradeLevels:12Credits:1CTECredit

Inthiscapstonecoursestudentswillfocusonplanning,starting,andoperatingafarmbusiness.Studentscontinuetoapplyadvancedtechnologywhilebecomingproficientinanimalandcropproduction,operatingandmaintainingfarm machinery and equipment, designing and constructing buildings and facilities, budgeting, and marketing.Studentswillappreciatefarmingasanentrepreneurialenterprise.Acomprehensivecapstoneprojectisrequired.Suggested electives for 21

st Century Agriculture: Forest andWildlife Ecology Dual Enrollment,Mechanics and

Animal Science, Equine Sciences, Agricultural Cooperative Education, Sustainable and Renewable Technologies,EcologyandEnvironmentalManagement,Cybersecurity,orUnmannedAerialVehicleSystemsIandII.Possible Careers: Farm operator, entrepreneur, food safety scientist, scientist, contractor, welder, electrician,wildlifeofficer,forester,dronepilot,hobbyfarmer,andothers.

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SolutionsEnergy&PowerThe Solutions Energy and Power pathway focuses on career opportunities in energy, which encompassesnumerousareasofstudyfromconstructiontoengineeringtorenewableservicetechnician.Specialfocusisgiventosolarandwindenergyinthepathway.Advancedtechnologiessuchasdrones,robots,windturbines,andsolararrays are used to explore and experiment. Strong emphasis is placed on inquiry, problem solving, scientificresearch,andpreparationforenergycareeropportunitiesupongraduation.EnergySTEMI:RenewableEnergy

Prerequisites:STEMAcademyapplicationandacceptanceGradeLevels:10Credits:1CTECredit

This course will provide fundamentals and in-depth application of various renewable energies with particularemphasisonsolarandwind.Studentswillexploreandexperimentwithrenewableenergytechnologies,willgainhands-onexperienceintheirdesignandfunction,andwillpracticeinstallationskills.Design-and-buildprojectsandrenewableenergycompetitionsareanimportantpartoftheproject-basedcurriculum.EnergySTEMII:Energy&Power

Prerequisites:EnergySTEMIGradeLevels:11Credits:1CTECredit

Inthiscourse,studentsanalyzetraditionalandalternativeenergysourcesandexplorethethreemainelementsofelectric power: generation, transmission, and distribution. The course provides math, science, and technicalwritingskillsthroughhands-onapplication.Careers inenergyareafocus. StudentshaveanopportunitytotaketheEnergyIndustryFundamentalsCertificateAssessmentuponcompletionofthecourse.EnergySTEMIII:Energy&PowerCapstone

Prerequisites:EnergySTEMIIGradeLevels:12Credits:1CTECredit

Thecapstonecourseprovidesthestudentwithanopportunitytocontinuetogrowanddeveloptheirenergyandpowerskillsetbyintegratingpriorknowledgewithcontinuedlearninginaspecializedarea.Studentscontinuetoapplyadvanced technology toenergyproblems through fieldwork,experiment,andprojectsoutside the school.Students are afforded the opportunity to take the CAST exam and NCRC exam series, making the studentimmediatelyhirablebytheenergyindustryupongraduation.Acomprehensivecapstoneprojectisrequired.SuggestedelectivesforEnergy&Power:ArchitectureI,EngineeringI,BuildingTradesI,CarpentryI/II,Energy&Power Co-op, HVAC I/II, Welding I/II, Sustainable & Renewable Technologies, Ecology and EnvironmentalManagement,Cybersecurity,orUnmannedAerialVehicleSystems(UAVS)IandII.

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SolutionsEnvironmentalTechnologyTheSolutions21stEnvironmentalTechnologypathwaywilldeveloptheskillsetandvaluestosuccessfullymanageourenvironmentanditsbuiltandnaturalelementsforecosystemhealthandhumanwell-being.Throughrelevantandactivefieldwork,project-based,student-centeredlearning,andenvironment-basedproblemsolving,studentswillbepreparedfornumerouscareerpathwaysrelatedtoenvironmentaldesign,research,management,planning,conservation,andsustainability.EnvironmentalSTEMI:SustainableandRenewableTechnologies

Prerequisites:EarthScience;STEMAcademyapplicationandacceptanceGradeLevels:10Credits:1CTECredit

Thisclassexploresissuesthataffectglobalcitizensintheareasofeconomics,culture,andtheenvironment.Thecourseintroducesstudentstothehistoric,economic,political,environmental,andculturalissuesthatimpacttheglobalcommunityanditsfuture.Studentswilladdressissuesaffectingthehealthofourenvironmentandexploresolutionsofferedbysustainableagriculture,energyefficientbuildingdesign,andrenewableenergysources.EnvironmentalSTEMII:EcologyandEnvironmentalManagement

Prerequisites:EnvironmentalSTEMIGradeLevels:11Credits:1CTECredit

Students develop conservation competencies and skills through the understanding of environmental concerns.Instructional content includes the care,management, and preservation of soil, air, water, forests, andwildlife.Studentsidentifyanddiscussprevalentenvironmentalproblemsandlearnmethodsandpracticesusedtopreservenaturalresourcesandmaintainahealthyecologyincludingalternativeenergysolutions.EnvironmentalSTEMIII:EnvironmentalTechnologyCapstone

Prerequisites:EnvironmentalSTEMIIGradeLevels:12Credits:1CTECredit

Thecapstonecourseprovidesanopportunitytocontinuetogrowanddevelopanenvironmentalscienceskillset.StudentsselectaspecializedareatoexplorebasedupontheirexperiencesinEnvironmentalSTEMIandII.Usingadvanced technology and scientific inquiry, students connect with a real-world partner outside the school tocompleteacomprehensivecapstoneproject.Suggestedelectives forEnvironmentalTechnology: ForestryandWildlifeEcology,Architecture I,Engineering I,EnvironmentalCo-op,RenewableEnergy,APEnvironmentalScience,Energy&Power,Cybersecurity,orUnmannedAerialVehicleSystems(UAVS)IandII.

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SolutionsElectivesUnmannedAerialVehicleSystemsTheUnmannedAerialVehicleSystems(“UAVS”)programpreparesstudentsforentryintoabroadrangeofcareerfieldsincludingelectricalengineering,roboticsengineering,electricalandinstrumentation,computerscience,aviation,andUAVtechnology.Theprogramconnectsstudentstohigh-orderlearningbyusingdroneflightandapplicationstopromotescientificstudyanddiscovery.Studentswillbuildandunderstandexcitingsystemsassociatedwithelectronics&instrumentation,withspecialemphasisonUAVflight,FPV(firstpersonvideo)flight,flightcontrol,aerodynamics,andtechnology.Studentswillalsobeintroducedtoseveralcomputerprogramminglanguages.Classesemphasizeanalyticalproblem-solving,experimentation,projects,teamwork,creativethinking,datacollection/recording,videoproductionandanalysis,andentrepreneurship.TheUAVSprogramisapartnershipbetweenmultipleeducation,community,economicdevelopment,andgovernmententities.TheprogramisopentoSolutionsSTEMAcademyjuniorsandseniors.TheprogramisalsoavailabletoElectronics&Roboticsjuniorsandseniors.UnmannedAerialVehicleSystemsI

Prerequisites:Electronics&RoboticsTechnologyIIoranySolutionsSTEMAcademycourseGradeLevels:11-12Credits:1CTESemesterCredit

In this course students will design, build, operate, fly, race, troubleshoot, and repair UAVs (drones). Specialemphasiswillbeplacedonauthenticapplications includingagriculture,videography,utilities,searchandrescue,andforestry.StudentswillhavetheopportunitytoearntheirFAAPart107dronepilotlicense. UnmannedAerialVehicleSystemsII

Prerequisites:EnvironmentalSTEMIIGradeLevels:11-12Credits:1CTESemesterCredit

Thisreal-worldclassisentirelyprojectandproblem-based.StudentswillworkonUAVapplicationswithprogrampartners,mostlyoffofthehighschoolcampus.Studentswillfilm,edit,andproducedronevideofootageintodramaticmulti-mediapresentations.EntrepreneurshipinUAVapplicationswillbeaprimaryfocus.

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SmallAnimalCareStudentsintheSmallAnimalCareprogramlearnhowtocareforandmanagesmallanimalsrangingfromrodentstobirdstohouseholdpets. Thethree-courseprogramprogressesthroughincreasinglymorechallengingcontentending with veterinary science which prepares students for careers in animal hospitals or related facilities.StudentsareencouragedtoparticipateinFFAtofurtherdevelopandpracticeskillslearnedintheclassroom. SmallAnimalCareI Prerequisites:None

GradeLevels:9-11Credits:1CTECredit

Students learn how to care for and manage small animals, focusing on instructional areas in animal health,nutrition,management, reproduction, evaluation, trainingand,whenapplicable, showmanship. Course contentalsoincludesinstructioninthetools,equipmentandfacilitiesforsmallanimalcareandprovidesactivitiestofosterleadershipdevelopment.

SmallAnimalCareII

Prerequisites:SmallAnimalCareI,teacherapprovalGradeLevels:10-12Credits:1CTECredit

Students advance their skills in the care and management of small animals, focusing on the specific needs ofvarious breeds. Instruction includes grooming and handling animals, as well as technical functions related toanimal health. The course includes office-management instruction and affords students the opportunity topracticeleadershipskills.

VeterinarySciences

Prerequisites:SmallAnimalCareII,teacherapprovalGradeLevels:11-12Credits:1CTECredit

This course provides students with the employability and technical skills needed to succeed in postsecondaryeducationandacareerinveterinarymedicineorinarelatedoccupation.Coursecontentwillincludeinstructioninthe use of tools, equipment, and facilities for veterinarymedicine. Businessmanagement, leadership, and FFAactivitiesareincludedinthecourse.Studentsenrolledinthecourseshouldhaveastrongbackgroundinmathandscienceandknowledgeofsmallanimalcare.EquineSciences

Prerequisites:SmallAnimalCareIorAgricultureI,teacherapprovalGradeLevels:10-12Credits:1CTECredit

In this course students learn how to care for and manage horses. Equine health, nutrition, management,reproduction,training,evaluationandshowmanshiparethemajorinstructionalareas.Inaddition,coursecontentincludes instruction in the tools, equipment, and facilities for equine enterprises. Businessmanagement topicsincludetheeconomicsofboarding,trainingandmerchandisinghorses.

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BUSINESSANDINFORMATIONTECHNOLOGYAllbusinesscoursesareexcellentelectives forcollegeboundstudentsaswellas studentsplanning toenter thework force after high school. To be a business completer, studentsmust complete two full credits of businesscourses.EconomicsandPersonalFinance(agraduationrequirement)cannotcounttowardabusinesscompletersequence.Threepathwaysareoffered;informationtechnology,entrepreneurship,andbusinessfinance.EconomicsandPersonalFinance

Prerequisites:None GradeLevels:11-12 Credits:1CreditThis class will prepare students for a financially independent life beyond high school. Students will explorestrategiesforajob,budgeting,usingcreditwisely,buyingcarsandhouses,andinvestinginthefuture.Inaddition,students will examine the fundamentals of a market economy, including the laws of supply and demand,productionandconsumptionofgoodsandservices,moneyandbanking,andgovernmentspendingandtaxation.EconomicsandPersonalFinanceHonors/DualEnrollment(FIN107)

Prerequisites:PassingscoresontheVPT(orexemption)requiredforDualEnrollment GradeLevels:11-12 Credits:1CTECredit;3CollegeCreditsiftakenforDualEnrollment This course provides a comprehensive survey of the principles of economics, with special emphasis on theAmericaneconomyand itsparticipation inworldmarkets. Itexamines the fundamentaloperationsofamarketeconomy,includingthelawsofsupplyanddemand,theproductionandconsumptionofgoodsandservices,gainsfrom trade, market efficiency, forms of business organization, market structure, money and banking andgovernmentspendingandtaxation.

PrinciplesofBusinessandMarketing

Prerequisites:NoneGradeLevels:9-10Credits:1SemesterCTECredit

This introductory courseprovidesanoverviewof important concepts in theworldofbusinessand in theglobaleconomy. Students will learn types of business ownership, the role of management, and marketing functions.Students will investigate technological trends in business and marketing and will develop communication andinterpersonal skills.An introduction tobasic financial conceptswill providea strongbackground for studentsastheypreparetomakesounddecisionsasconsumers,wageearners,andcitizens.ComputerApplications

Prerequisite:NoneGradeLevels:9-10Credits:1SemesterCTECredit

Thissemestercourse isdesignedtohelpstudentsgaintheskillsandknowledgetheywillneedtoeffectivelyusecomputers in today’s society. Studentsdevelopor reviewcorrect keyboarding techniques. Studentswill explorehowcomputerswork,theInternet,andfilemanagementusingMicrosoftWindows.Studentswillcompletevariousprojectstodevelopskillsinwordprocessing,graphics,spreadsheets,presentations,anddatabasesusingMicrosoftOfficeprograms.

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ComputerInformationSystemsDualEnrollment(ITE115)

Prerequisites: Computer Applications; instructor approval; passing scores on the VPT (or exemption)requiredforDualEnrollmentGradeLevels:9-12Credits:1CTECredit;3CollegeCreditsiftakenforDualEnrollment

Thisyear-longcourseisdesignedtohelpstudentsmastertheskillsandknowledgetheywillneedtoeffectivelyusecomputers in business and in life. Students will complete various projects in word processing, spreadsheets,databases, and multimedia presentations using Microsoft Office programs. Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS)trainingandtestingforindustrycertificationwillbeofferedinthiscourse.ThiscourseisfoundationalforstudentswhowishtopursuecareersinBusiness,ComputerScience,Cybersecurity,orInformationTechnologyfields.

Design,Multimedia,andWebTechnologies

Prerequisites:ComputerApplications;instructorapprovalGradeLevels:9-12Credits:1CTECredit

This course offers students more advanced training in designing projects and presentations using desktoppublishing,multimediapresentation,Webpagedesign, graphicdesignandvideoediting software. Studentswilldesignprojectssuchasnewsletters,businesscards,andbrochuresusingMicrosoftWordandMicrosoftPublisher.Studentswill develop and delivermultimedia presentations usingMicrosoft PowerPoint. Studentswill prepareandbetestedforindustrycertificationasaMicrosoftOfficeSpecialistinMicrosoftPowerPoint.Cybersecurity

Prerequisites:ComputerInformationSystems;instructorapprovalGradeLevels:11-12Credits:1CTECredit

This course introduces student to the expanding career field of cybersecurity. Students will explore thefoundationsofcybersecurityandinvestigatecybersecuritycareers. Skillswillbedevelopedintheareasofsocialengineering,personalcybersecurity,networksecurity,threatmitigation,andcyberforensics.Thiscourseservesasa capstone course for the information technologyprogramaswell as a gateway course for studentspursuingacollegedegreeincybersecurity.Accounting

Prerequisites:NoneGradeLevels:10-12 Credits:1CTECredit

Accounting is a highly beneficial course for students planning to pursue business majors in college, as well asstudents who would like to own or manage a business. This full year course introduces the basic accountingprinciplesforabusiness.Topics includecompletingtheaccountingcyclewithend-of-periodstatements,bankingandcashcontrol,andpayroll.Employmentinthefieldofaccountingcontinuestogrowandoffersrewardingpay.Students will explore the excellent career opportunities that are available to graduates with an accountingbackground.

EntrepreneurshipEducation

Prerequisites:ComputerApplications;PrinciplesofBusiness&Marketing;instructorapprovalGradeLevels:10-12 Credits:1CTECredit

This course introduces students to the exciting world of creating, owning, and launching their own business.Studentswill learn concepts and techniques for planning an innovative business and living the entrepreneuriallifestyle.Smallbusinessmarketingwillbeaprimaryfocus.Studentswilldevelopskillsthroughreal-worldprojectsincludingestablishingandoperatingaschool-basedenterprise.

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EntrepreneurshipEducation,Advanced

Prerequisites:EntrepreneurshipEducation;instructorapprovalGradeLevels:11-12 Credits:1CTECredit

This course is designed for students who wish to concentrate on advanced strategies for entrepreneurship,buildinguponconceptsintroducedinEntrepreneurshipEducation.Thefocusofthecourseisondevelopmentofabusinessplanandsmallbusinessmanagement.Studentswillestablish,market,andmaintainasmallbusinessasacapstoneprojectfortheentrepreneurshipprogrampathway.Entrepreneurship:CooperativeEducation

Prerequisite:CompletedorenrolledinaCTEprogram;application,co-opteacherapproval GradeLevel:11-12 Credits:1CTECreditwithopportunityforadditionalcreditforemploymentDesigned to give students the opportunity to learn through supervisedwork experience, this one-credit courseintegratesstudents'educationalactivitiesinCTEprogramswithon-the-jobtraining.Co-opstudentsareguidedbyaformal, individualized, written training plan with approved work site employers. These plans define specificacademicandworkplaceskills tobemasteredduringthe11-15hoursperweekofworkexperience.Formalandinformalevaluationsofstudentprogress,includingfeedbackfromemployers,arecompleted.

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FAMILYANDCONSUMERSCIENCEThisprogramprovidesyouthwithasetofexperiencestopreparethemforadulthood;tobecomecompetent inthemanagement of their individual, family, andwork lives; and to apply these skills to jobs and careers. Theprogramisbasedonwhatstudentsneedtoknowandonwhattheyareabletodoinordertobecompetentinthedemanding, challenging, and changing world of the family. The curriculum for the program includes thedevelopmentoftheprocessskillsofmanagingworkandfamilylife,solvingpersonalandfamilyproblems,relatingtoothers,andassuminga leadershiproleasaresponsiblecitizen. Thecoursecontent focusesonsixareasthatreflectthepracticalproblemsfacedaspartoftheworldofthefamily.Thefollowingcourseshavebeendevelopedwith the intent of teaching the content through higher order thinking skills, specifically the practical reasoningapproach.LeadershipDevelopment

Prerequisite:NoneGradeLevels:9-10Credits:1SemesterCTECredit

Students develop competencies in identifying individual aptitudes in relation to effective leadership skills,understanding organizational behavior, using effective communication in the workplace, handling humanresourcesandorganizationalproblems,supervisingandtrainingemployees,resolvingconflict,andplanningforthefuture.Continuingeducationinleadershipisemphasizedaswellaspracticalleadershipexperiencesincooperationwithschoolandcommunityleaders.Studentswillengageproject-basedlearning.

NutritionandWellness

Prerequisites:NoneGradeLevels:9-12 Credits:1SemesterCTECredit

Students enrolled in Nutrition andWellness focus onmaking choices that promote wellness and good health;analyzingrelationshipsbetweenpsychologicalandsocialneeds;choosingfoodsthatpromotewellness;obtainingand storing food for self and family; preparing and serving nutritious meals and snacks; selecting and usingequipmentforfoodpreparation;andidentifyingstrategiestopromoteoptimalnutritionandwellnessofsociety.FamilyRelations Prerequisites:None

GradeLevels:10-12 Credits:1SemesterCTECredit

Students enrolled in Family Relations focus on analyzing the significance of the family, nurturing humandevelopment in the family throughout the life span, analyzing factors that build and maintain healthy familyrelationships, developing communication patterns that enhance family relationships, dealing effectively withfamilystressorsandconflicts,managingworkandfamilyrolesandresponsibilities,andanalyzingsocialforcesthatinfluencefamiliesacrossthelifespan.

LifePlanning

Prerequisites:NoneGradeLevels:11-12 Credits:1CTECredit

LifePlanningequipsstudentswiththeskillstofacethechallengesintoday'ssociety.Studentswilldevelopalife-managementplanwhich includesdevelopingcareer, community,and life connections;applyingproblem-solvingprocesses to life situations; creating andmaintaining healthy relationships; career planning; financial planning;examining components of individual and familywellness; and demonstrating leadershipwithin the community.Criticalthinkingandpracticalproblemsolvingareemphasizedthroughrelevantlifeapplications.

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CULINARY,HOSPITALITY,TOURISM,ANDRECREATION

The Culinary, Hospitality, Tourism, and Recreation program prepares students for employment andentrepreneurial opportunities in culinary, lodging, recreation, and tourism pathways. Students beginwith twofoundational courses; Introduction to Culinary Arts and Introduction to Hospitality, Tourism, and Recreation.Studentsmaythenchoosetofollowaculinarytrackorhospitality-tourismtrackthroughprogressivecourses.IntroductiontoHospitality,Tourism,andRecreation Prerequisites:None GradeLevels:9-10 Credits:1SemesterCTECreditStudentsenrolled in Introduction toHospitality, Tourism,andRecreation focusondevelopingprofessional skillsand using emerging technologies to prepare for employment in this global industry, rich in diverse careeropportunities.Theprogramincludesinstructionintheindustriesoflodging,foodandbeverage,travelandtourism,and recreation and fitness. Teachers highlight the basic skills of mathematics, science, and technology whenappropriate.IntroductiontoCulinaryArts Prerequisites:None GradeLevels:9-10 Credits:1SemesterCTECreditThe Introduction toCulinaryArtscurriculumprovidesstudentswithopportunities toexplorecareeroptionsandentrepreneurial opportunitieswithin the food service industry. Students investigate food safety and sanitation,exploreculinarypreparationfoundations,practicebasicculinaryskills,explorediversecuisinesandservicestyles,investigatenutritionandmenudevelopment,andexaminetheeconomicsoffood.Thecurriculumplacesastrongemphasisonscienceandmathematicsknowledgeandskills.CulinaryArtsI

Prerequisites:IntroductiontoCulinaryArts;teacherapprovalGradeLevels:10-11Credits:2CTECredits

InCulinaryArtsI,studentsbeginthefoundationsforacomprehensiveknowledgeofthefoodserviceindustryandwithopportunities tobuild technical skills. Studentsexamineandpracticebasic rulesandprocedures related tokitchenandfoodsafety,kitchensanitationprocedures,andemergencymeasures.Studentsexplorethepurchasingand receiving of goods and study fundamental nutritional principles and guidelines. As they explore food-preparationtechniques,studentspracticeapplyingthesetechniquestothepreparationandservingofbasicfoodproducts. The ServSafe Food Handler Course and Certification Test will be utilized during this course to insurestudentknowledgeofthecontentareawhileapplyingbasicCareer&TechnicalEducationskills.

CulinaryArtsIIDualEnrollment(HRI158) Prerequisites: Culinary Arts I; teacher approval; passing scores on the DSLCC placement tests (orexemption)iftakenforDualEnrollmentGradeLevels:11-12Credits:2CTECredits;3CollegeCreditsiftakenforDualEnrollment

InCulinaryArtsII,studentscontinuetobuildontheopportunitiestoacquireacomprehensiveknowledgeofthefood service industry aswell as to expand their technical skills. Students practice kitchen safety and sanitation,apply nutritional principles to food preparation and storage, perform a wide range of more advanced food-preparation techniques including manger and baking, refine their dining room serving skills, develop menus,perform on-site and off-site catered functions, and strengthen their business andmath skills. Critical thinking,practical problem solving, and entrepreneurship opportunities within the field of culinary arts are emphasized.Industry certification is offered using the ServSafe Food Safety and Sanitation Certification Course Materials,Content,&CertificationExam.

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CulinaryArtsIII Prerequisites:CulinaryArtsII;TeacherRecommendationGradeLevels:11-12Credits:1CTECredits

TheCulinaryArtsIIIcourseprovidesstudentswithanopportunitytocontinuetoobtaincomprehensiveknowledgeofthefoodserviceindustryaswellastoexpandtheirtechnicalskillsinafoodservicespecialty.Studentsexplorecareersandrefinetheirskillsinimplementingsafetyandsanitationstandards,applyingnutritionalprinciples,planningmenus,usingbusinessandmathskills,andselectingandmaintainingfoodserviceequipment.Studentswillspecializeinthefollowingtwoareas,Catering/BanquetFood-PreparationTechniquesandQuantityFood-PreparationTechnique

Hospitality,Tourism,&Recreation

Prerequisites:IntroductiontoHospitality,Tourism,andRecreation;teacherapproval GradeLevels:10-11 Credits:2CTECreditsStudentsbeginpreparationforemploymentinhospitalityindustriesbyfocusingonprinciplesofoperationsinfoodservices,recreation,hospitalityplanning,andbusinessrelations.Specialattentionispaidtothedevelopmentofculinaryskills(foodsanitation,foodpreparation,andserving),customerserviceskills,andcareeroptionsinthehospitality&tourismindustry.

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HEALTHANDMEDICALSCIENCESThehealthcare industry isbooming. Tremendousshortages inmanyspecializedhealthoccupationscontinuetoexist.Studentswithwell-developedhealthcarecompetencieswillfindawealthofemploymentopportunities.Avariety of post-secondary educational options are also available for program completers who desire furthertraining.IntroductiontoHealthandMedicalScience Prerequisites:None GradeLevels:9-10 Credits:1SemesterCTECreditThiscourseisdesignedasanexploratoryunitforstudentswhoexpressaninterestinhealthoccupations.Itoffersexposuretodifferenttypesofhealthcaresystemsandhealthcareers.Basicfirstaidandotherhealth-relatedskillsareintroducedduringthesemester.Guestspeakersandfieldtripsareutilizedduringthecourseofstudy.NurseAidIDualEnrollment(HCT100/110)

Prerequisites: Introduction to Health andMedical Sciences; passing scores on the VPT (or exemption)requiredforDualEnrollmentRecommendedcourseprerequisites:LatinIandGeometryGradeLevel:11Credits:2HighSchoolCTECredits;3CollegeCreditspersemesteriftakenasDualEnrollment

NurseAide I emphasizes the studyof nursing occupations as related to thehealth care system. Students studynormalgrowthanddevelopment,simplebodystructureandfunction,andmedicalterminologyandareintroducedtomicrobesanddisease.Studentsreceivetraininginpatient-nursingassistantrelationships;takingandrecordingof vital signs; cardiopulmonary resuscitation; and bathing, feeding, dressing, and transporting of patients inhospitalsandnursinghomes.Limitedon-the-jobinstructioninnursinghomesandhospitalsispartofthecourse.NurseAidIIDualEnrollment(HCT101/102)

Prerequisites:CompletionofNurseAideIwithfinalgradeof80%orhigher,passingscoresontheVPT(orexemption)requiredforDualEnrollmentGradeLevel:12Credits:2HighSchoolCTECredits;3CollegeCreditspersemesteriftakenasDualEnrollment

NurseAideIIemphasizesadvancedskilltraininginareassuchascathetercare,rangeofmotion,bowelandbladdertraining,careofthedying,selectedproceduresformaternalandinfantcare,andadmissionanddischargeprocedures.Studentslearndiseasesandbodysystemsasrelatedtoadvancedclinicalcareoftheacutemedical-surgicalpatient,thechronicallyill,andtheelderly.On-the-jobinstructioninalicensednursinghomeispartofthecourse.Uponcompletionofthenurseaideprogram,thestudentiseligibletotakethenurseaidecertificationexamthatleadstoemploymentasacertifiednurseaideinhospitalsandnursinghomes.

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ENGINEERINGANDARCHITECTURETECHNOLOGY

TheEngineeringandArchitectureprogramprovides studentswith the technical skills andknowledge forawidevarietyofengineeringandarchitecturecareers.Studentsutilizeandapplytheircoreeducationskillsinmathandscience to problem solve, design, and create technology using CAD (computer aided drawing), tools, and a 3Dprinter. Students who complete the Engineering and Architecture I course then take either Engineering II orArchitecture II and can receive a Career and Technical Education program completer certificate. Students whocontinuewith the third year of the programand take the Engineering andArchitecture III coursewill have theopportunitytotaketheNOCTITechnicalDraftingorArchitecturalDraftingAssessment.

EngineeringandArchitectureI Prerequisites:NoneGradeLevels:9-12Credits:1CTECredit

In this foundation course, students learn the basic language of technical design,while they design, sketch, andmaketechnicaldrawingsillustrations,models,andprototypesofrealdesignproblemsusingindustry-standardCAD(computer aided drawing) software’s. Experiences include creating engineering and architectural workingdrawings,inventing,3-Dcomputermodeling,andcareerplanning.Studentsalsousemodelingtoolssuchasa3Dprintertodevelopprototypesandmodelsfromdrawingsforpresentation,testing,andcompetition.

ArchitectureIIPrerequisites:EngineeringandArchitectureIGradeLevels:9-12Credits:1CTECredit

Students learn the principles of architecture and increase their understanding of working drawings andconstruction techniques learned in the prerequisite course. Experiences include residential building designs,renderings, model making, structural details, building codes, and community planning. Students use CAD(computeraideddrawing)software’sandestablishedstandardsandcodestopreparemodelsforpresentationandmaintainaportfoliostartingwiththeirTechnicalDrawingandDesignportfolio.Thecourseprovides informationhelpfulforthehomeownerandisespeciallybeneficialtothefuturearchitect,interiordesigner,orhomebuilder.

EngineeringII Prerequisites:EngineeringandArchitectureIGradeLevels:10-12Credits:1CTECredit

Studentslearntheprinciplesofdesignandengineeringandincreasetheirunderstandingofthedesignprocessasitrelatestoproductionandengineeringfields.Studentswillberequiredtouseproblemsolvingskillswithafocusonindividual initiativeandteamproblemsolving. StudentsdevelopafullydimensionedproductionsetofdrawingsusingCAD(computeraideddrawing),materialscostestimates,andpurchaseorders.Studentswill learnmaterialtypes and characteristics as well as manufacturing process to better understand what is needed to produce aprototype.StudentswillcontinuetodevelopaTechnicalDrawingandDesignportfolio.

EngineeringandArchitectureIII Prerequisites:EitherEngineeringIIorArchitectureIIGradeLevel:10-12Credits:1CTECredit

Students use a graphic language for product design and technical illustration, increase their understanding ofdrawing techniques learned in the prerequisite courses, research design-related fields, and identify the role ofadvanced drawing and design inmanufacturing and construction industry processes. Students apply the designprocess,analyzedesignsolutions,reverseengineerproducts,create3-DsolidmodelsusingCAD,constructphysicalmodels,andcreatemultimediapresentationsoffinisheddesigns.Inthiscapstonecourse,studentswillcompleteathesisprojectandaworkportfoliobasedonachosenreal-worldjob.

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ELECTRONICSANDROBOTICSTECHNOLOGYThe Electronics & Robotics Technology programs prepare students for entry into a broad range of electricalengineering and robotics engineering careers. Also, students will be well prepared for continued education atuniversities, communitycolleges,and technical schools. During theElectronics&RoboticsTechnologycourses,students will build and understand many exciting systems such as audio amplifiers, autonomous vehicles androbotic controls. Students will also be introduced to several computer programming languages. All of theelectronics and robotics classes emphasize analytical problem-solving, hands-on experimentation, projects,teamwork,creativethinking,datacollection/recordingandoralandwrittencommunicationskills.Electronics&RoboticsTechnologyI

Prerequisites:AlgebraIorTechnicalDrawingandDesignorBuildingAppsGradeLevels:9-10Credits:1CTECredit

The first year of Electronics & Robotics Technology provides students with an understanding of electroniccomponents, schematic symbols, circuit building, soldering, direct current (DC) circuits, alternating current (AC)circuits,semiconductorsandmotorcontrolcircuitsforrobotics.Studentsareintroducedtoelectroniccomponentssuchasresistors,capacitors,inductors,relays,diodes,transistors,integratedcircuits(IC)andDCmotors.Studentsconductelectronicexperimentscombiningtheorywithpracticalapplications.Duringlaboratoryexercisesstudentsconstructelectroniccircuitssuchaspowersupplies,audioamplifiers,andDCmotorcontrolcircuits.

Electronics&RoboticsTechnologyII Prerequisites:Electronics&RoboticsTechnologyIGradeLevels:10-11Credits:1CTECredit

This courseprovidesan in-depth studyofdigitalelectronicsand roboticmotor control circuits.Advanced topicsincludedigitallogiccircuits,programmableICs,microcontrollerprogramming,andthecompletionoftheOSHA-10safety course. Students must successfully complete the OSHA-10 certification component of this course tocontinue on in the Electronics and Robotics courses. Students will also learn how to program and interface amicrocontrollertocontrolmotorsforRoboticsapplications.

Electronics&RoboticsTechnologyIII

Prerequisites:Electronics&RoboticsTechnologyIIGradeLevels:11-12Credits:1CTECredit

Thiscourseprovidesa focusandemphasisonElectronicsTechnology.Thiscourse is recommended for studentspursuingElectricalEngineeringincollege.Duringthiscourse,studentswillstudyadvancedsemiconductorcircuits,opticalsemiconductors,wirelesscommunication&radiotheory,electronicsCAD(ComputerAidedDesign),printedcircuitboarddesign,circuitboardetchingandaudioamplifiers.During thesecondsemester, studentswill studyaudioamplifiersandfinishtheyearconstructinganaudiopoweramplifier.TheElectronicsTechnology IIIcoursealsopreparesthestudentstotakeaportionoftheindustryrecognizedCertifiedElectronicsTechnician(CET)exam.RoboticsTechnologyIII

Prerequisites:ElectronicsandRoboticsTechnologyIIIGradeLevel:12Credits:1CTECredit

ThiscourseprovidesafocusandemphasisonRoboticsTechnology.StudentswillcompleteanindepthstudyofDCmotor control circuits, computer programming languages for robotics control, microcontroller programming,advancedelectroniccircuits,remotecontrolcircuits,ComputerNumericControl(CNC)Machines,3-DprintersandAutonomousDrones.Thecoursealsointroducesstudentstobasicmetalfabricationtechniques,mechanicaldesignconcepts and 3-D printing to construct a functioning robot platform. The course requires students to workindependentlyoronateamtodesignandbuildanautonomousorremotecontrolledroboticvehicle.

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TRADEANDINDUSTRIALPROGRAMS

AutomotiveTechnology

AutoBodyrepairandrefinishinggivesstudentstheopportunitytorestoreandrefurbishdamagedvehicles.Usingmodernequipmentandtechniques,studentsreturnvehiclestooriginalcondition. Technicalworkandhands-onshopexperienceprovidetheknowledgeandskillsneededtoenterthecollisionrepairfield,atechnicalschool,oracollege/universityforfurthertraining.Toensureshopsafety,studentswithmorethan10unexcusedabsencesinthepriorschoolyearmaybeexcludedfromtradeandindustrialprograms.IntroductiontoAutomotive

Prerequisites:Attendancefromthepreviousyearmustnotexceed10unexcuseddays. GradeLevels:9-10

Credits:1SemesterCTECreditThroughclassroominstructionandshopexperience,studentsgainknowledgeandskillsneededforcollisionrepairof the modern automobile. This course emphasizes the organization of assembly and disassembly of differentautomobiles, using basic hand tools and power tools. Students will be taught using I-Car and ASE certifiedmaterials.StudentsmustcompleteSP2safetytrainingwithinthefirst3weeksofthesemesterinordertoremainenrolledinthecourse.AutoBodyTechnologyI

Prerequisites:IntroductiontoAutoBody;teacherapproval;attendancefromthepreviousyearmustnotexceed10unexcuseddays;previouscompletionofSP2safetytraining.GradeLevel:10-11Credits:2CTECredits

Previously learned skillswill be refined through continued classroom instruction and shop experience, studentsgain knowledge and skills needed for collision repair of the modern automobile. This course emphasizes theorganization of assembly and disassembly of different automobiles, using specialized tools and equipment,suspensionwork,varioustypesofwelding,andframedamagediagnosing.StudentswillbetaughtusingI-CARandASEcertifiedmaterials.AutoBodyTechnologyII

Prerequisites:AutoBodyRepairI;teacherapproval;attendancefromthepreviousyearmustnotexceed10unexcuseddays.GradeLevel:11-12 Credits:2CTECredits

Previous skills are refined through continued instruction and extensive emphasiswill be placed on AutomotiveRefinishing. The process of removing finishes, preparing for a finish, applying finishes, and troubleshootingrefinishedareas,andmixingofpaintwithcomputerizedsystemstoensureapaintmatchwillbeaddressed.Alsotheareaofautomotivecompoundandpolishapplicationwillbeinstructed.AutoBodyRepairIIwillbeusingthenationwideprofessionaltrainingsourcesofI-CARandASEcertifiedmaterials.

AutoBodyTechnologyIII:CooperativeEducation Prerequisite: Auto Body Technology II; teacher approval; attendance from the previous yearmust notexceed10unexcuseddays.GradeLevel:12Credits:2CTECredits

Co-op gives students the opportunity to learn through supervised work experience. This two-credit courseintegrates students' educational activities in auto body repair with on-the-job training. Formal and informalevaluations of student progress, including feedback from employers, are completed. This advanced programcontinuesthedevelopmentofskillsbeguninAutoBodyTechnologyII.Limitedseatsareavailableforthiscourse.

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AutomotiveTechnology

Theautomobile industryhasenteredthehigh-techage. Thisprogramoffers theopportunitytodevelopabasicknowledgeof automotive fundamentals and the skillsnecessary to inspect,diagnose, and repairmodernmotorvehicles. Through classroom presentations and hands-on lab experience, students are provided entry-leveltraining on shop equipment and automobiles. Some students may become certified for the State InspectionsProgramofferedthroughthisprogram.Toensureshopsafety,studentswithmorethan10unexcusedabsencesin

thepriorschoolyearmaybeexcludedfromtradeandindustrialprograms.IntroductiontoAutomotive Prerequisites:Attendancefromthepreviousyearmustnotexceed10unexcuseddays. GradeLevels:9-10

Credits:1SemesterCTECreditStudentswanting to learnabout theautomotive industrywill gainabasicunderstandingof the technologyandmechanicsinvolvedinvehiclemaintenanceandrepair. Thiscourseintroducesstudentstocareeroptions,useofautomotivetoolsandequipment,automotiveshopsafety,andbasic repair. StudentsmustcompleteSP2safetytrainingwithinthefirst3weeksofthesemesterinordertoremainenrolledinthecourse.

AutomotiveTechnologyI Prerequisites: Intro toAutoTechnology; teacherapproval;attendance fromthepreviousyearmustnotexceed10unexcuseddays.GradeLevel:10-11Credits:1CTECredits

This course includes a hands-on programof instruction for learning the theory of internal combustion engines.Students learn tool use and identification, identification of engine parts, functions of lubrication systems, andenginetune-upprocedures.Unitsofinstructionalsocoveredarefuels,carburetion,measurementofparts,engineassemblyanddisassemblytechniques,dailyserviceoperations,andenginemaintenance.Safetyprecautionsandthedevelopmentofsafeworkhabitsareemphasizedthroughouttheprogram.

AutomotiveTechnologyII Prerequisite: Automotive Technology I; teacher approval; attendance from the previous yearmust notexceed10unexcuseddays.GradeLevel:11-12Credits:2CTECredits

Thisadvancedprogramcontinues thedevelopmentof skillsbegun inAutomotiveTechnology I. More intensivehands-onworkisincludedtodevelopgoodworkhabitsandtodeveloptheskillsandknowledgerequiredtosecureajobintheautomotiverepairfield.Seniorsmaybeeligibletoparticipateinon-the-jobtrainingduringthesecondsemesterofthiscourse.

AutomotiveTechnologyIII:CooperativeEducation Prerequisite: Automotive Technology II; teacher approval; attendance from theprevious yearmust notexceed10unexcuseddays.GradeLevel:12Credits:2CTECredits

Co-op gives students the opportunity to learn through supervised work experience. This two-credit courseintegrates students' educational activities with on-the-job training. Formal and informal evaluations of studentprogress,includingfeedbackfromemployers,arecompleted.ThisadvancedprogramcontinuesthedevelopmentofskillsbeguninAutomotiveTechnologyII.Limitedseatsareavailableforthiscourse.

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CarpentryandBuildingTrades

A variety of employment opportunities are available to individuals who complete this program. Instructionincludesmethodsandtechniquesinbuildingconstruction.Studentswithallergies(dust,paint,etc.)shouldconsulta physicianprior to enrollment in this program. To ensure shop safety, studentswithmore than 10 unexcusedabsencesinthepriorschoolyearmaybeexcludedfromtradeandindustrialprograms.IntroductiontoConstruction Prerequisites:Attendancefromthepreviousyearmustnotexceed10unexcuseddays. GradeLevels:9-10

Credits:1SemesterCTECreditThiscourseintroducesstudentstogeneralconstructionprinciplesincludingsafety,properuseofhandandpowertools,measurementandconversion,andotherconstructionconceptsbyfocusingonelectricalandgasapplicationsin residential building construction. Studentsmust complete SP2 safety trainingwithin the first 3weeksof thesemesterinordertoremainenrolledinthecourse.

CarpentryIandBuildingTradesI

Prerequisites: Introduction to Construction; attendance from the previous year must not exceed 10unexcuseddays.GradeLevel:10-11Credits:2CTECredits

Carpentry I is thebuildingblock forachievinghigh-levelconstruction industryskills thatcanresult inanexcitingand lucrative career. Withanemphasison safety, studentsare taught tousehandandpower tools, cut stock,applyconstructionmathematics,andinterpretblueprints.Studentswillbecomeproficientinidentifyingtypesofresidential construction components to form foundations and frame walls, floors, ceilings, roofs, doors, andwindows.CarpentryIispresentedinatwo-hourinstructionblock.AllstudentswillobtaintherequiredOSHA10safetycard.

CarpentryII Prerequisite: BuildingTrades I andCarpentry I; attendance from theprevious yearmustnot exceed10unexcuseddays.GradeLevel:11-12Credits:2CTECredits

Development of entry-level skills continues with the construction of storage sheds and small, single-familydwellings that include the need for plumbing, finish carpentry, and electricalwiring skills. This course leads tosuccessfultransitionintopostsecondaryeducationforcareersincarpentryandrelatedfieldssuchasconstructionmanagement,architecture,andothers.Studentswillbecomeproficientinassemblingandinstallingvarioustypesof residential components including rigging, foundations, floors, walls, ceilings, roofs, trusses, stairs, doors,windows,decks,andporches.Studentswilllearnjobestimatingprocedures.CarpentryIII:CooperativeEducation

Prerequisite:CarpentryIIorBuildingTradesII;teacherapproval;attendancefromthepreviousyearmustnotexceed10unexcuseddays.GradeLevel:12Credits:2CTECredits

Carpentry III isanadvancedcoursethatallowsstudentstogain in-depthknowledgeandhands-onexperience inconstruction industry skills usingwork-based learningmethods of instruction, providing studentswith practical,on-the-job experience in addition to what he or she has already mastered in Carpentry I and II. Co-op givesstudents the opportunity to learn through supervised work experience. Formal and informal evaluations ofstudentprogress,includingfeedbackfromemployers,arecompleted.Limitedseatsareavailableforthiscourse.

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Heating,Ventilation,&AirConditioning

IntroductiontoConstruction Prerequisites:Attendancefromthepreviousyearmustnotexceed10unexcuseddays. GradeLevels:9-10

Credits:1SemesterCTECreditThiscourseintroducesstudentstogeneralconstructionprinciplesincludingsafety,properuseofhandandpowertools,measurementandconversion,andotherconstructionconceptsbyfocusingonelectricalandgasapplicationsin residential building construction. Studentsmust complete SP2 safety trainingwithin the first 3weeksof thesemesterinordertoremainenrolledinthecourse.

HVACIDualEnrollment(AIR121/122)

Prerequisite:EnergyandPower;instructorapproval;attendancefromthepreviousyearmustnotexceed10 unexcused days; passing scores on the DSLCC placement tests (or exemption) if taken for DualEnrollmentGradeLevels:10-11Credits:1CTECredit;8CollegeCreditsiftakenforDualEnrollment

This program prepares students to install, repair, and maintain the operating conditions of heating, airconditioning,and refrigeration systems. Studentsworkwithpipingand tubing, studyheatandelectricity, installductsystems,andcomplywithEPAregulations.Studentswilltroubleshootmechanicalandelectricalfailuresandidentifythedifferencebetweenthetwo.StudentswillalsohavetheopportunitytobecomeOSHA10certified.HVACII(AIR134/154)

Prerequisites: HVAC I; instructor approval; attendance from the previous year must not exceed 10unexcuseddays;passingscoresontheDSLCCplacementtests(orexemption)iftakenforDualEnrollmentGradeLevels:11-12Credits:1CTECredits;7CollegeCreditsiftakenforDualEnrollment

Thisprogrampreparesstudentstoinstall,repair,andmaintaintheoperatingconditionsofheating,airconditioning,andrefrigerationsystems.Studentscombineclassroominstructionandsupervisedon-the-jobtraininginanapprovedpositionwithcontinuingsupervisionthroughouttheschoolyear.OptionsforcertificationtestingwillbeavailablebytakingtheCFCtestcertifiedbytheEPA.AllstudentswillcompleteSP2safetytrainingonline.CompletionofthissequencemaypreparestudentsforemploymentinavarietyofHVACoccupations.StudentswillalsohavetheopportunitytobecomeOSHA10certified

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SPECIALEDUCATIONPre-VocationalEducation

Prerequisites:None GradeLevels:9-10 Credits:1Studentslearnwork-relatedskillsthatwillenablethemtofindandkeepajob.Duringthefourthmarkingperiod,studentswill be given the opportunity for hands on practical application of skills taught in the classroom. ThiscourseisaprerequisiteforWorkExperience.WorkExperienceI

Prerequisites:Pre-VocationalEducation GradeLevels:10-11 Credits:1This is awork skills class for studentswho have completed Pre-Vocational Education but are not yet ready forcommunity-basedworkexperiences. In this course, studentsutilizedaily “handson”workactivities to reinforcetheskillstheylearnedinPre-VocationalEducation.Thecourseisdesignedtoimproveworkskillstobetterpreparethem forpossible futureparticipation inWork Experience II. Studentswill alsohave anopportunity to improvetheir work skills through “peer role modeling.” They will work side by side with upperclassmen who havedemonstratedgoodworkskillsandgoodcharacterskills.WorkExperienceII Prerequisites:Pre-VocationalEducationandteacherrecommendation GradeLevels:10-11 Credits:2Thiscourseisacommunity-basedprogramintendedforsophomoresandjuniors.Studentswilltravelweeklyintothe community and perform job-related tasks at local businesses and service providers. Students will alsoparticipate in other work-related tasks in school. Both settings emphasize important skills such as followingdirections to complete a specific task, following safety rules, understanding thedifferencebetweenquality andquantitywork,andgettingalongwithcoworkersandsupervisors.On-the-JobTraining

Prerequisites:WorkExperienceII GradeLevels:12andpost-graduates Credits:1This course assists students with transition from school to work. The classroom component functions like anemploymentagencyassistingstudentstoidentifyskillsandinterests,careerpathways,andprepareresumes.TheDepartment of Aging and Rehabilitative Services will work closely with students who could benefit from theirwork-related programs. Community-based work assessments will be available through DARS to students whocompletetheapplicationforservices.AcademicBlock–SchooltoWork

Prerequisites:Teacherrecommendation GradeLevels:10-11,andpost-graduates Credits:1This course isdesigned tohelp students transition fromschool to theworkenvironment. In this class, studentstake interest inventories and career surveys to assess their interests. Students investigate career opportunities;identifyskillsandtrainingneededforjobs,andlookintotheaveragepay.Studentscreatepowerpointsoncareersof their choice andwrite a report of their findings. Studentswork to create budgets, balance checkbooks, andcompleteapplications.

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WorkplaceReadinessSkills

Prerequisites:Teacherrecommendation GradeLevels:11,12,andpost-graduates Credits:1Thiscourseisdesignedtoprovidestudentswithhands-onexperiencesintheschoolsetting.Studentswillperformbasicdutiesandjobsassociatedwiththeserviceindustry.Thisclassworkswithlocalrestaurantstoprovidefoodserviceexperiencewhiledevelopingworkplacereadinessandinterpersonalskills.Studentswillcountmoney,makesimplerecipes,andcreatemenusandspreadsheets,whileenhancingtheirinterpersonalskills.

ReadingI,II,III

Prerequisites:RecommendationoftheIEPTeam GradeLevels:9-12 Credits:1Readingisaninterventionprogramavailabletostudentswhostrugglewithreading.Theclassutilizesaresearch-basedreadingprogramfocusedonmulti-sensoryapproachtodecodingandencodingwordsphoneticallythroughthe steps of the program. Students progress through the levels while also developing reading comprehensionthroughidentifyingandapplyingvariousreadingstrategies.AcademicResource

Prerequisites:RecommendationoftheIEPTeam GradeLevels:9-12 Credits:0Resourceclassesareavailabletostudentsinregulareducationcourses,asapull-outoption,and/orasaseparateclassperiodforallacademiccoursesasdeemedappropriatebythe IEPteam.Academicresource isastructuredclassroom setting with clear expectations to provide students with extra support while completing homework,studying for tests/quizzes, and working on projects. Progress of students is closely monitored to help ensuresuccess.

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ADDITIONALCREDIT-BEARINGOPPORTUNITIESCoursesTakenatDabneyS.LancasterCommunityCollege(Off-Site)

Prerequisites:None GradeLevels:9-12 Credits:variesbycourseThroughapartnershipwithDabneyS.LancasterCommunityCollege,RCHSstudentsareabletotakecollege-levelcoursesatareducedpriceof$25percredithour.Thisopportunityisdesignedtoallowstudentstobegincollegiatecourseworkduring their high school career, and/or topursue coursesnot currentlyofferedatRCHS. Interestedstudentsshouldspeakwiththeirschoolcounselorandprincipal.Applicationsareavailableinthecounselingoffice.StudentsmustabidebyDSLCCpolicy,dates,anddeadlines.StudentsmayneedtocompleteplacementtestingatDabneypriortoenrollment.GradesReporting,TranscriptsandClassRank:CoursestakenatDSLCCthatarerequiredforRCHSgraduationwillbedenotedontheRCHStranscriptuponcompletionofthecourse(verifiedbysubmissionofaDSLCCtranscript).Thesecourseswill receiveagrade (notpass/fail),willbeweightedwiththeDualEnrollmentweight,andwillbedenotedontheRCHStranscriptand included incalculationofGPAandClassRank.AllothercourseswillnotbeincludedontheRCHStranscript,inGPAcalculation,orclassrank.However,studentsareencouragedtosendtheirDSLCCtranscriptswhenapplyingtocollege.Off-SiteCoursesforCredit(throughprovidersotherthanDSLCC)

Prerequisites:None GradeLevels:9-12 Credits:variesbycourseApproval:Studentswishingtoenrollinoff-sitecourses,withtheintentofearninghighschoolcreditthroughRCHS,whicharenotbeingprovidedthroughRockbridgeCountyPublicSchoolsmaydosoonlywithpriorapprovaloftheRCHSPrincipalonacase-by-casebasis.Applications forparticipating inoff-sitecourseswillbeavailable throughtheRCHSCounselingDepartment.Students may enroll in a variety of courses, including courses designed to meet Virginia SOL requirements.Students enrolling in courses to meet Virginia SOL requirements must furnish a written statement from theinstructororthecourseproviderindicatinghowSOLrequirementswillbemet.StudentswillbeexpectedtotaketheassociatedSOLtestwhenavailable.Standard units of credit will be awarded for the successful completion of this coursework when the course isequivalenttothatofferedintheregularschoolprogramandtheworkisdoneunderthesupervisionofalicensedteacher, or a person eligible to hold a Virginia license, approved by the school board. Verified creditsmay beearnedwhenthestudenthaspassedtheSOLtestassociatedwithanoff-sitecourse.GradesReportingandTranscripts:Studentsenrolledinoff-sitecoursesbeingtakenforRCHScreditwillreceivea“PASS”(P)or“FAIL”(F)ontheirtranscripts.Coursestakenoff-sitewillbedenotedassuchonthetranscript.TheonlyexceptionwouldbesummerschoolcoursestakeninVirginiapublicschoolswithpriorapproval.Thesecourseswillreceivean“A”through“F”gradebasedonthecourseresults.ClassRank:Off-sitecourseswillnotbeincludedinclassrankingssinceonly“PASS”or“FAIL”willberecordedforthegrade. Studentswhohavemore than fouroff-site courses recordedon their transcriptswill notbe rankedwithin their class.Note: summer school courses taken in Virginia public schools with prior approval will not

countintheoff-sitetotalforclassranking.

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CollegeSuccessSkillsDualEnrollment(SDV100)

Prerequisites: Counselor recommendation; Passing scores on the VPT (or exemption) required for DualEnrollment.GradeLevel:11-12Credits:1-3collegecreditsthroughDabneyS.LancasterCommunityCollege

Thiscollegecredit-bearingcourseisdesignedtoassiststudentswiththetransitiontocollegesandisdesignedforstudents pursuing an associate’s degree while in high school or that intend to enroll in a Virginia CommunityCollege in the fall. Thepurpose is tomotivate/aid the first-year college student toward a pathof success. Theorientationprocessisamethodtoincreasestudentretentionand/ormatriculationbyprovidinglearningtoolsthestudentneedstoexcelincollege.Thecoursewillfocusonassistingthestudentinself-discoveryanddevelopingpracticalskillstoenhanceacademicsuccessincollege.Topicscoveredinthiscourseinclude,butarenotlimitedto:timemanagement,criticalthinkingskills,communicationskills,moneymanagement,effectivestudyhabits,andcampusinvolvement.

IndependentStudy Prerequisites:ApplicationandapprovalbyIndependentStudyCoordinator,Principal,andCounselorGradeLevels:11-12Credits:0.5creditspersemesterwillbeawardedonapass/failbasis

IndependentStudyprovidestheopportunityforstudentstostudyatopicofintensepersonalinterestthatisnotoffered in theRCHS curriculum. At the endof the school year or twoweeks prior to the endof a semester,

studentsmust submit a proposal to be considered for independent study for the following semester. In theproposal,studentsstateobjectives,specificproblemdefinition,methodsoflearning,endproduct,andcriteriaforevaluation.Includedintheproposalisacommitmentfromanadvisingmentor,withaplanformeetingwiththestudentforadvisingandconsultationduringthe independentstudysemester. Thecourse ispass/fail,anduponsuccessful completion, ½ credit per semester is awarded. A final presentation at the end of the semester isrequired.Studentsmaysubmitaproposalforfurtherstudyforthesecondsemester.

VirtualVirginia

Prerequisites:Teacher/Counselor/Principalapproval;otherprerequisitesvarybycourse GradeLevels:9-12 Credits:VariesbycourseAsaprogramof theVirginiaDepartmentofEducation,VirtualVirginiaoffersonlineAdvancedPlacement (AP®),world language, coreacademic, andelective courses to studentsacross theCommonwealthandnation.VirtualVirginia is committed toprovidinghigh-quality, rigorouscoursecontentwith the flexibility tomeet schools’andstudents’variedschedules.Thisprogramstrivestoprovideinstructionthatmeetstheindividualneedsofstudents.Students have computer access in a supervised classroom for one class period per day in order to completecoursework.Studentstakinganonlinecourseneedtohavethefollowingtraitsforsuccess:

• Self-motivatedtokeepupwithcourseworkwithminimalsupervisionandmeetdeadlines.• Abletocommunicatethroughwriting• Willingtoaskforassistancewhenneeded• Comfortable with computer usage including keyboarding skills, knowledge of email, and using a web

browser• Abletothinkideasthroughbeforeresponding• Believethathighqualitylearningcantakeplacewithoutgoingtoatraditionalclass

TherearenearlytwentycoursesofferedthroughVirtualVirginiathatarenotavailableinatraditionalclassroomatRockbridge County High School. Students who are interested in pursuing this opportunity should ask theircounselorformore information.StudentsmustregisterforVirtualVirginiacoursesbythe lastdayofschooloftheprecedingyear.StudentsshallbeheldresponsibleforanyfeesaccruedbydroppingaVirtualVirginiacourseafterVirtualVirginia’sadd/dropperiod.

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LibraryMediaAssistantship

Prerequisites:Seniorsingoodacademicstandingwhodemonstratematurityandindependenceandcanperformtheirtaskswithlimitedsupervision.AnapplicationandtwolettersofrecommendationareduetothelibrarybyMARCH1st.Onlytwostudentsperperiodwillbeaccepted.

GradeLevel:11-12 Credits:0.5creditspersemesterwillbeawardedonapass/failbasisLibrarymedia assistantswill assist students and faculty in the circulation of librarymaterials, use of the librarycatalog, and use of online resources (as needed). They will perform a variety of clerical and computer-relatedtasks; prepare the circulation desk for services; shelve, straighten, and shelf read the library's collection; pulllibrarymaterialswhichneedtobemended,discarded,and/orreplaced;sortreturnedmaterialsbycallnumbers;answerborrower'squestionsconcerningthelibrary'scirculationrules;maintainprofessionalbehaviorinamannerappropriatetoapublicsetting;maintaingoodattendance,punctuality,flexibility,andtimemanagements;developworkrelatedgoalsandobjectives,developjob-relatedabilities,skills,andknowledge;andperformotherdutiesasassignedbytheSchoolLibraryMediaSpecialists.

OnlineCreditRecovery Prerequisite:counselorandadministratorapproval;failureofcourse(s)neededforgraduation

GradeLevel:9-12asneeded Credits:dependentuponnumberofcoursestaken

Studentswhofallbehindneedinnovative,individualizedapproachestogetbackonthepathtograduation.Theserigorousonline courses aredesigned tomaximize thepotential of at-risk learners, particularly those in needofcreditrecovery.Studentsmustbemotivatedandself-directedinordertobesuccessfulinthischallenginglearningenvironment.Coreacademiccoursesandalimitednumberofelectivesareavailabletostudentswhoareaffordedthisoption. Studentswhoareinterestedinpursuingthisopportunityareencouragedtospeakwiththeirschoolcounselorformoreinformation.

NONCREDIT-BEARINGOPPORTUNITIES

EarlyRelease/LateArrival

Prerequisites:Approvalbycounselorand/oradministratorsGradeLevels:SENIORSONLY

Credits:0Tobeeligibleforearlyrelease,seniorsmusthavemetallSOLrequirements(passedallstateassessmentsrequiredbytheVDOEanddiplomatype).RemediationclasseswillbeprovidedduringtheinstructionaldayforanyseniorwhoneedstoretakeanSOLassessment.TeachersAide(TA)

Prerequisites:Studentsmust be in good academic standing and receive approval from the teacher andcounselorGradeLevels:11-12

Credits:0DirectedStudy(StudyHall)

Prerequisites:Approvalbycounselor GradeLevels:10-12 Credits:0

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COLLEGEANDCAREERPLANNING

TheRCHSSchoolCounselingOfficecanassiststudentsandfamilieswithCollegeandCareerPlanning.TheDepartment’swebsite(www.RCHScounseling.weebly.com)hasmanyhelpfulresources.Allstudentsandfamiliesarealsoencouragedtosubscribetothedepartment’sweeklyemailnewsletter,whichcontainsinformationaboutscholarshipopportunities,enrichmentopportunities,standardizedtestingdates,collegevisitdates,andmuchmore.Asignuplinkisavailableonthewebsite.

PREPARATIONFORCOLLEGE

Allcollegeshavedifferententrancerequirements.Beforeyouselecthighschoolcourses,checktherequirementsofseveralcollegesthatinterestyou.Ifyouareundecidedaboutacollege,usethefollowingguidelinesinmakinghighschoolcourseselections.

• Takefouryearsofmathandscience.Mostfour-yearcollegesrequireatleastAlgebraIIforadmission.• Takeatleastthreeyearsofaforeignlanguage.Manycollegesdonotlistaforeignlanguagerequirement,

butindicatethatthreeorfouryearsarehighdesirable.• Collegespreferthatstudentstakethemostchallengingcoursespossible,pursueafullacademicprogram

forfouryears,anddemonstrateservicetocommunity. Courseselectionsshouldbeareflectionofyourcareerpathway.

• Studentsshould take thePreliminaryScholasticAptitudeTest (PSAT) in the10thand/or11thgrade. Ifafour-yearcollegeisapartofyourcareerpathway,thenyoushouldtaketheScholasticAptitudeTest(SAT)and/orAmericanCollegeTesting(ACT).Itisstronglyrecommendedthatcollege-boundstudentstaketheirfirst SAT or ACT test in the spring of their junior year, as this allows you to re-take the test(s) in thesummer or early in your senior year. FeeWaivers are available for eligible students. Please see yourschoolcounselor.IfyouareeligibleforanytestingaccommodationsatRCHS(witha504orIEP),youareNOTautomaticallygivenaccommodationsfortheACTorSAT.Youmustaskyourschoolcounselorto

assist you in applying for these accommodations. Requesting accommodations can take up to a fewmonthstoreceiveapproval,sofamiliesareadvisedtobeginthisprocessearly.

• Alwaysseektheadviceofyourparents,teachers,andschoolcounselor.APPLYINGTOCOLLEGE

School Counselors are able to assist families with the college application process. The RCHS CounselingDepartmenthostsannualworkshops forbothparents/guardiansandstudents todiscuss theapplicationprocessand financial aid opportunities. Students are strongly encouraged tomeetwith their school counselor regularlyduringsenioryeartodiscusstheirapplications.Atthebeginningoftheschoolyear,seniorswillbeprovidedwithpaperworktoinformtheirschoolcounselorsofwheretheyintendtoapplytocollege,a“bragsheet”toprovidetheircounselingwithinformationaboutthemfora letter of recommendation, and a guide for how to send their high school transcript. It is the student’sresponsibility to complete this paperwork by deadlines established by the RCHS Counseling Office in order toguaranteethatapplicationmaterialsbesentfromRCHStoeachcollegebythestudent’sintendeddeadlines.FeeWaivers are available for the PSAT, SAT, SAT Subject Tests, the ACT, and College Applications for eligiblestudents. Please see your school counselor to inquire if you are eligible for a fee waiver. Eligible students areresponsibleforaskingtheircounselorforafeewaiverbeforesigningupfortherespectivetestorsubmittingtheircollegeapplications.

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PREPARATIONFOREMPLOYMENT

There aremanyopportunities for students to prepare for entry into a career. Through theCareer& TechnicalEducation (CTE) department, students can earn industry certifications that enable them to be employable inseveralcareerfieldsimmediatelyupongraduation.Usethefollowingguidelinesinchoosingcoursestoprepareforemployment.

• TakeCTEintroductorycoursesintheninthandtenthgradestodiscoverwhichprogramismostinterestingtoyou.

• ChooseaCTEpathwaythatinterestsyouandaskyourteacherorcounselortheorderinwhichyoushouldtakethecoursesinordertogainthenecessaryskillstoworkinthatoccupationalarea.YouwillneedtobeenrolledincoursesforatleasttwoyearstocompletetheCTEprograms.

• Planyourprogram to include the coursesnecessary togainoccupational skills andcertifications. Also,includeothercoursesthatmayberelatedtoyourchosencareerpathway.

CAREERPATHWAYS

Thecoursesthatstudentstakeinhighschoolcanhaveaneffectontheircareerchoices.Thisguidetohighschoolcourseshasbeenpreparedsothatstudentswillhaveafirmideaofwhatthecoursesoffer,whatcareerstheymayleadto,andthepossibleeffectsontheirfutureplans.Asstudentsselectcourses,theyareurgedtoexplorealloftheir academic options. The RCHS Program Pathway Reference Guide will assist in the development of anAcademicandCareerPlan.Thisguideislocatedattheendofthisbook.

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ROCKBRIDGECOUNTYHIGHSCHOOLACADEMICandCAREERPLAN

StudentName: Classof:Post-SecondaryGoal: DiplomaType:CareerInterest: ProgramPathway IndustryCredential

HighSchoolCreditsEarnedpriorto8thGrade:

Subject Grade 8 Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12 Total

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Math

Science

History and Social Studies

PE / Health

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Fine Art / CTE

Econ and PF

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Math: Science: History: Reading: Writing: TOTAL:

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RCHSCAREERPATHWAYSREFERENCEGUIDE

SocialScience&LanguageArtsPrograms

PotentialCollegeMajors

Advertising,Journalism,SpecialEducation,EarlyChildhoodEducation,PublicRelations,RealEstate,Languages,LibraryScience,HumanResources,SocialWork

SampleOccupations Journalist,Teacher,Historian,Curator,Librarian,Realtor,LegislatorSubjects 9

th 10

th 11

th 12th

English -English9-English9Honors

-English10-English10Honors

-JournalismI-CreativeWriting

-English11-English11AP-JournalismI,II-CreativeWriting

-English12-English12AP/DE-JournalismI,II,III-CreativeWriting

SocialStudies -WorldHistoryII-WorldHistoryII

Honors

-WorldGeographyHonors

-WorldHistoryAP

-VA/USHistory-VA/USHistoryAP-Econ.&PersonalFinanceHonors

-WorldHistoryAP-Sociology

-VA/USGovernment-VA/US

GovernmentAP-Econ.&PersonalFinanceHonors

-WorldHistoryAP-Sociology

ForeignLanguage -FrenchI,II,III-LatinI,II,III

-SpanishI,II,III

-FrenchI-IVH-LatinI-IVH

-SpanishI-IVH

-FrenchI-VH-LatinI-VAP

-SpanishI-VAP

-FrenchI-VH-LatinI-VIAP-SpanishI-VAP

Mathematics&SciencePrograms


Accounting,Architecture,Nursing,Biology,Chemistry,Engineering,MathEducation,ComputerScience,Insurance&RiskManagement

SampleOccupations Accountant,Engineer,Architect,Nurse,MathTeacher,Doctor,ComputerProgrammerSubjects 9

th 10

th 11

th 12

th

Mathematics -AlgebraICP-Geometry-GeometryHonors

-Geometry-GeometryHonors

-AlgebraII-AlgebraIIHonors

-AlgebraII-AlgebraIIHonors

-Pre-Calculus-Pre-Calc.Honors-StatisticsAP

-Pre-Calculus-Pre-Calc.Honors-IntrotoCalculus-CalculusAP-StatisticsAP

Science -EarthScience-EarthScienceHonors-BiologyHonors

-Biology-BiologyHonors

-Chemistry-ChemistryHonors

-Chemistry-ChemistryHonors

-ChemistryII-BiologyIISurvey-EarthScienceII

-HumanAnatomy&PhysiologyHonors

-BiologyAP

-Physics-PhysicsAP-BiologyAP

-ChemistryAP-ChemistryII

-BiologyIISurvey-EarthScienceII

-HumanAnatomy&PhysiologyHonors

ForeignLanguage -FrenchI,II,III

-LatinI,II,III-SpanishI,II,

III

-FrenchI-IVH-LatinI-IVH

-SpanishI-IVH

-FrenchI-VH-LatinI-VAP

-SpanishI-VAP

-FrenchI-VH-LatinI-VIAP-SpanishI-VAP

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FineArtsPrograms

PotentialCollegeMajors Art,ArtHistory,Music,ArtEducation,MusicTheory,MusicEducation,FilmArts,GraphicDesign,Photography,InteriorDesign,Dance,StudioArt

SampleOccupations Acting,Artist,Dancer,InteriorDecorator,Musician,GraphicDesigner,Photographer9th 10

th 11

th 12

th

-ArtI-TheatreArtsExploration

-ConcertBand-Chorus

-JazzBand

-ArtI,II-TheatreArtsExploration-AdvancedTheatreArts

-ConcertBand-JazzBand-Chorus

-PhotojournalismI-DigitalPhotography

-ArtI,II,III-Dec.&FunctionalArt

-Ceramics-AdvancedTheatreArts-TheatricalProduction


-PhotojournalismI,II-DigitalPhotography

-ArtI,II,III,IV-Dec.&FunctionalArt

-Ceramics-AdvancedTheatreArts-TheatricalProduction


-PhotojournalismII,III-DigitalPhotography

TradeandIndustrialPrograms

PotentialCollegeMajors VocationalstudiesareavailableinvariousfieldsSampleOccupations AutoBodyRepair,AutoMechanic,Carpenter,ConstructionManager,SmallBusiness

Owner,HVACTechnicianProgram 9

th 10

th 11

th 12

th

AutoBodyTechnologyIntroductiontoAutoBody AutoBodyTechI AutoBodyTechII AutoBodyTechIII

AutomotiveTechnologyIntroductionto

AutoTech AutoTechI AutoTechII AutoTechIII

CarpentryIntroductiontoBuildingTrades

CarpentryIBuildingTradesI CarpentryII CarpentryIII

Heating,Ventilation&

AirConditioningEnergy&Power HVACI HVACII DualEnrollment

Completer

Sequence

StudentsmustcompleteaLevelIclassandaLevelIIClassinthesameprogram.

Electronics&Robotics

PotentialCollegeMajors Engineering,IndustrialTechnology,MachineTechnology,MechanicalDesignandTechnology,TechnologyEducation,Electronics,Robotics

SampleOccupations Architect,Engineer,ComputerDesigner,ComputerOperator,Draftsman,InstrumentationOperator,LabTechnician,ElectronicsTechnician

9th 10

th 11

th 12

th

Electronics&RoboticsTechnologyI

Electronics&RoboticsTechnologyII

Electronics&RoboticsTechnologyIII

RoboticsTechnologyAdvanced

CompleterSequence TwoyearsofElectronicsTechnology&Roboticscourses.SmallAnimalCare

PotentialCollegeMajors VeterinaryTech,VeterinaryScience,ZoologySampleOccupations VetTech,Veterinarian,BoardingKennelOwnerorTech

9th 10

th 11

th 12

th

SmallAnimalCareI SmallAnimalCareII VeterinaryScience EquineScienceCompleterSequence CompletionofSmallAnimalCareIandII.

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Drafting&DesignTechnology

PotentialCollegeMajors Architecture,Engineering,IndustrialTechnology,LandscapeArchitecture,MachineTechnology,MechanicalDesignandTechnology,TechnologyEducation

SampleOccupations Architect,Engineer,ComputerDesigner,ComputerOperator,Draftsman,InstrumentationOperator,LabTechnician

9th 10

th 11

th 12

th

TechnicalDrawingandDesign

ArchitecturalDrawingandDesign

EngineeringDrawingandDesign

AdvancedDrawingandDesign

CompleterSequences Twoyearsofdrafting&designtechnologycourses.21

stCenturyAgriculture

PotentialCollegeMajors Landscape/TurfManagement,Forestry,Horticulture,Parks&Recreation,EnvironmentalManagement,EnvironmentalScience,SustainableAgriculture

SampleOccupations Farmer,Researcher,Scientist,SmallBusinessOwner9th 10

th 11

th 12

th

AgricultureI

AgricultureII

AgricultureIII AgricultureIV

Additionalagricultureelectivesavailableinalternatingyears:Forestry&WildlifeEcology,Mechanics&BasicAnimalScience,AgriculturalEntrepreneurshipCo-op,EquineScienceCompleterSequence Twoyearsofagriculturecourses.Business&InformationTechnology

PotentialCollegeMajors Accounting,InformationSystemsTechnology,ComputerSoftware,AdministrationSupportTechnology,Finance,BusinessAdministration,InformationTechnology

SampleOccupations ClericalStaff,Bookkeeper,GeneralBusiness,GraphicDesigner,AdministrativeAssistant,Entrepreneur,Accountant

Program 9th 10

th 11

th 12

th

InformationTechnology ComputerApplications

Prin.ofBusiness&Marketing

ComputerInformationSystems

Design,Multimedia,&WebTechnologyPersonalFinance&

Economics

Cybersecurity

Entrepreneurship ComputerApplications


Design,Multimedia,&WebTechnology

EntrepreneurshipPersonalFinance&

Economics

EntrepreneurshipAdvanced

AdvancedBusiness ComputerApplications


Design,Multimedia,&WebTechnology

AccountingPersonalFinance&

EconomicsDE

DualEnrollmentor

Co-opEducation

CompleterSequence Completionoftwoyearsofbusiness&technologycoursesexcludingPersonalFinanceandEconomics.

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FamilyandConsumerScience

PotentialCollegeMajors PublicAdministration,HumanServices,EarlyChildhoodDevelopment,SocialSciencesSampleOccupations CareerStudies,SubstanceAbuseRehabilitationCounselor,PublicManagement,

HumanServices,ChildCare9th,10

th,11

th,or12

th

IndividualDevelopment,LeadershipDevelopment,FamilyRelations,Nutrition&Wellness,LifePlanning

CompleterSequence CompletionoftwoyearsofFamily&ConsumerSciencescourses. HealthAssistantPrograms


PublicAdministration,HumanServices,EarlyChildhoodDevelopment,SocialSciences,Nursing,Radiography,PhysicalTherapyAssistant,RespiratoryAssistant,EmergencyMedicalService,HealthInformationTechnology

SampleOccupations SubstanceAbuseRehabilitationCounselor,PublicManagement,HumanServices,ChildCare,Chef,CPN,LPN,RN,OT,PT,X-RayTechnician,Nutritionist,Doctor

9th 10

th 11

th 12

th

IntrotoHealthandMedicalSciences

IntrotoHealthandMedicalSciences

NurseAidI NurseAidII

CompleterSequence CompletionofIntrotoHealthandMedicalSciencesandNurseAidI.

CulinaryArts,Hospitality,Tourism,&Recreation


CulinaryArts,Hospitality&Tourism,Recreation,Business,Marketing

SampleOccupations Chef,HotelManager,ThemeParkManager,ResortManager,SmallBusinessOwner,OutdoorGuide

Program 9th 10

th 11

th 12

th

CulinaryArts IntroductiontoCulinaryArts

IntroductiontoCulinaryArts

CulinaryArtsI CulinaryArtsII

Hospitality&

Tourism

Nutrition&WellnessLeadership

IntroductiontoHospitality&Tourism

Hospitality&Tourism

CompleterSequence Completionoftwoyearsofcourses.

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