CHS Course Guide 2013-2014

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT/DISCLOSURE STATEMENT 1. No administrative officer or employee of the Coppell School District, acting in

his/her official capacity, may discriminate on the basis of a person’s sex, race, religion, color, or national origin regarding: personnel practices, including assigning, hiring, promoting, compensating, and discharging employees; use of facilities, awarding contract, and participating in programs.

2. No student shall, on the basis of sex, race, religion, or national origin, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or otherwise be subjected to discrimination under any program or activity sponsored by this school district except as specifically provided in the Title IX Implementing regulations.

3. No qualified handicapped person shall, on the basis of handicap, be excluded from participation in, be denied benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program or activity sponsored by this school district except as specifically provided in Section 504 Implementing regulations.

Inquiries regarding any of these policies should be directed to Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Jeff Turner at (214) 496-6000.

CHS course offerings for 2013-2014 school year are

subject to appropriate funding, teacher availability, and/or class size. This is a living document subject to

changes as required.

1 Coppell High School Course Planning Guide 2013-2014

Coppell High School

Curriculum Course Guide

2013 - 2014


TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION

Letter to Parents and Students .................................................................................................................................... ..3 Counselor Contact Information ..................................................................................................................................... .4 Schedule Change Policy ............................................................................................................................................... .5 Registration Timeline .................................................................................................................................................... .6

GRADUATION Graduation Plans .......................................................................................................................................................... .7 New Texas State Assessment Requirements for Graduation (STAAR) ........................................................................ .9 Distinguished Achievement Program (DAP)...................................................................................................................10

OTHER INFORMATION

Junior / Senior/AP/IB Release .................................................................................................................................... ..11 Grading ........................................................................................................................................................................ 12 Determining Credit for Courses / Home Access Center ............................................................................................... 13 CISD Class Ranking and GPA Policy.............................................................................................................................14 Promotion / Transcripts / Verification of Enrollment ..................................................................................................... 20 UIL Eligibility...................................................................................................................................................................21 Individualized Learning Administrative Guidelines/Credit By Exams..............................................................................22

ACADEMIC PROGRAMS

Advanced Placement Courses.......................................................................................................................................24. International Baccalaureate ..................................................................................................................................... …25

Dual and Concurrent College Credit ............................................................................................................................ 26 Dual Credit Options ...................................................................................................................................................... 28

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

English (including ESL and Speech and Debate) ........................................................................................................ 32 Math ............................................................................................................................................................................. 38 Science ........................................................................................................................................................................ 42 Social Studies .............................................................................................................................................................. 47 Fine Arts ....................................................................................................................................................................... 52 Health / PE / Athletics .................................................................................................................................................. 60 Languages Other Than English (LOTE) ....................................................................................................................... 65 International Baccalaureate ......................................................................................................................................... 68 Innovative and Additional Courses ............................................................................................................................... 73 Career and Technology Education ............................................................................................................................... 75

ACADEMIES

Emerging Media and Communications Academy (EMAC) ........................................................................................... 94 Public Service Academy (PSA) .................................................................................................................................... 98 Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics Academy (STEM) ................................................................... 103 Academy Core Courses………………………………………………………………………………………………………..105


COPPELL HIGH SCHOOL 185 West Parkway Coppell, TX 75019

214-496-6100

Dear Parents and Students, The Coppell High School Course Planning Guide has been designed to provide our students and parents with helpful information regarding the courses offered at CHS. Becoming familiar with the course guide will be extremely important in order to make appropriate course selections for your student as you plan for the 2013-2014 school year. The CHS Guidance and Counseling Department has an understanding of your student’s abilities and interests and will offer suggestions and advice based on those abilities. Although teachers can be valuable resources concerning courses and their recommendations, it is extremely important that your student make individual choices for his/her schedule. These are very important decisions in which students must have input, as schedule changes will be minimal. I encourage you to review the courses on the following pages with your student. CHS desires to offer every course described in the course guide; however, staffing, class load, and funding will determine course availability. Please make sure you are using the appropriate graduation chart for your child’s graduating class. After June 5, course request changes will be made only for extenuating circumstances. Changes made after the opening of the school year will be made for equalizing teacher’s loads, for administrative purposes, or for correcting errors and in accordance with the Schedule Change Process in the Course Planning Guide. Please make selections carefully. It is our desire that your student have appropriate opportunities to select courses and make the best possible choices that are offered in Coppell High School’s curriculum. If you have any questions regarding particular courses and/or the course selection process, graduation requirements, or scheduling, please call your student’s counselor. We look forward to working with you and your student in preparing for a successful upcoming school year. Sincerely, Mike Jasso Mike Jasso, Principal Coppell High School


Coppell High School Counseling and Academic Guidance

Lead Counselor – Debbie Fruithandler

Support Staff: 9th Grade Title E-mail address Phone Number Elizabeth Adkins 9th Grade Secretary/Registrar [email protected] (214)496-6148

Support Staff: 10th-12th Grades

Linda Adams Student Services Receptionist [email protected] (214)496-6150

Sherry Brown Data Entry Specialist [email protected] (214)496-6160

Olga Alexander Registrar [email protected] (214)496-6156

Donna Poe Secretary [email protected] (214)496-6140

Counselors: 9th Grade Alphabet E-mail address Phone Number Sharron Thurlkill A-K [email protected] (214)496-6146

Chasity Lansdell L-Z [email protected] (214)496-7073

Counselors: 10th-12th Grades

Penny Davis A-Cor [email protected] (214)496-6132

Shelby Berger Cos-Hen [email protected] (214)496-6144

Stacey McNeely Heo-Lo [email protected] (214)496-6114

Yolanda Edwards Lu-Pr [email protected] (214)496-6138

John Crook Pu-Vam [email protected] (214)496-6142

Debbie Fruithandler Van-Z [email protected] (214)496-6134


SCHEDULE CHANGE POLICY Coppell High School is pleased to be able to offer a wide variety of programs and courses for our students. Selections during registration indicate how many teachers and sections will be needed for a course. Master schedules are developed in the spring prior to the upcoming year. The process allows administrators to plan and to hire for optimum academic strength. When students are permitted to randomly change schedules, teachers and classrooms are not effectively utilized. As a result, all students are affected. Even the most effective planning is compromised. Very seldom does a single course change affect only one course. Careful selections benefit everyone. Thank you for being a crucial part of our educational team as we work together for academic excellence. Registration

Parent and student informational meetings will be held during spring registration. Students will be guided through course selection during individual conferences to confirm course selection. Students who do not submit a registration form will have a schedule arranged for them by their counselor according

to their academic needs and/or graduation plan.

Change Dates The last day of the 2012-2013 school year will officially end the opportunity for Course Request changes. No Elective Course changes will be made after the last day of the 2012-2013 school year. A student who does not submit course selections electronically online at https://hac.coppellisd.com/homeaccess/ and

does not submit a course selection worksheet by the last day of the 2012-2013 school year will not be eligible for a schedule change.

Guidelines for changes

During schedule pick up and through the first week of school, only the schedule changes listed in this section will be considered. No elective changes will be made. Students must complete and submit CHS Schedule Change Request Form.

Missing a class period Need a course required for graduation (SENIORS only)

Prerequisite for course not met Course requested for DAP is not on schedule-(SENIORS only)

Need to retake a failed course Add/Drop UIL Activity Northlake classes do not match CHS schedule Add/Drop Office Aide/Teacher Aide Add/Drop Junior Release, Senior Release, AP Release Course already successfully completed and credit earned (i.e. summer school, CBE, correspondence.)

At the end of the first six weeks of school, only requests to level down will be considered if space is available in the

new class. No elective changes will be made. Students must complete and submit CHS Level Change Form. The grade earned in the current class will be the grade the student begins with in the new class. Requests for same level moves will not be taken, such as a move from PAP to GT/PAP or a move from IB to AP.

At the end of the first semester, only requests to level down will be considered if space is available in the new class.

No elective changes will be made. Students must complete and submit CHS Level Change Form. The grade earned in the current class will be the grade the student begins with in the new class. Requests for same level moves will not be taken, such as a move from PAP to GT/PAP or a move from IB to AP.

SCHEDULE PICK UP through

FIRST WEEK OF SCHOOL

END OF FIRST SIX WEEKS

END OF FIRST SEMESTER

https://hac.coppellisd.com/homeaccess/


COPPELL HIGH SCHOOL 2013-2014 REGISTRATION TIMELINE

FOR INCOMING 10TH – 12TH GRADERS Jan 11 Course Guide available online Jan 22 Course Guide presentation during 4th period classes Teachers hand out Registration Worksheets Teachers begin process of selecting students for classes that require CHS teacher approval Online registration opens Jan 29 Deadline for registration forms to be returned to 4th period teachers Online registration closes Feb 1 Junior Individual Meetings begin with parents by appointment in Counselors’ offices Feb 11 Freshmen Registration Review Conferences Begin Mar 21 Sophomore Registration Review Conferences Begin April 1 All course requests entered April 19 Course Verifications distributed to Students April 26 Course Verifications due back Jun 5 Final date to make changes in course requests


Seniors Students Entering 9th Grade in the Fall of 2010

Subject Distinguished Achievement Program Recommended Program High School Graduation

Plan English/LA 4 4 4 Social Studies 3 3 2

Government 0.5 0.5 0.5 Economics 0.5 0.5 0.5

Math 4 4 3 Science 4 4 2 PE 1 1 1 Other Language (must be same language) 3 2 0 Fine Arts 1 1 1 Communication Applications (Speech) 0.5 0.5 0.5 Electives 4.5 5.5 9.5 See Additional Requirements p. 10 TOTAL 26 26 24 Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II + 1 additional math course for

which Algebra II is a pre-requisite (no Math Models) Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II, + 1 additional math course

(Math Models may only be the 4th math if taken before Alg II) Algebra I, Geometry + one additional math course

Biology, Chemistry, Physics, + 1 additional science course from the TEA/CISD approved list

Biology and IPC (Physics and Chemistry may substitute for IPC but student must take both courses)

One of the electives must be World History, World Geography or a science course Students graduating under these two graduation plans are eligible for the Texas Grant. For more information about the Texas Grant

contact www.collegefortexans.com A student entering CHS will be on the Recommended High School Graduation program or DAP, unless the student, the student's

parent/guardian, and a school counselor/Administrator agree that the student should be permitted to take courses under the High School program. High School graduation plan requires 24 credits of which 2 may be local.

The 1 unit of physical education may be waived for participation in two fall semesters of marching band. For additional information see PE section for list of substitution activities for PE credit.

It is the responsibility of the student and parent(s) to know how many credits the student has earned and how many are needed for graduation.

TAKS (Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills) State law mandates that students already in high school must also pass all sections of Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS.) to receive a Texas diploma. Exit Level TAKS is administered for the first time the 11th grade year. Students who are new to the district will need to take and pass the Exit Level TAKS.

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Freshmen/Sophomores/Juniors Students Entering 9th Grade in the Fall of 2011 and Thereafter

Subject Distinguished Achievement Program* Recommended Program High School Graduation

Plan English/LA 4 4 4 Social Studies 3 3 2

Government 0.5 0.5 0.5 Economics 0.5 0.5 0.5

Math 4 4 3 Science 4 4 2 PE 1 1 1 Other Language (must be same language) 3 2 0 Fine Arts 1 1 1 Technology Applications 1 1 1 Communication Applications (Speech) 0.5 0.5 0.5 Electives 3.5 4.5 8.5 See Additional Requirements p. 10 TOTAL 26 26 24 Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II + 1 additional math course for

which Algebra II is a pre-requisite (no Math Models) Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II, + 1 additional math course

(Math Models may only be the 4th math if taken before Alg II) Algebra I, Geometry + one additional math course

Biology, Chemistry, Physics, + 1 additional science course from the TEA/CISD approved list

Biology and IPC (Physics and Chemistry may substitute for IPC but student must take both courses)

One of the electives must be World History, World Geography or a science course Students graduating under these two graduation plans are eligible for the Texas Grant. For more information about the Texas Grant

contact www.collegefortexans.com A student entering CHS will be on the Recommended High School Graduation program or DAP, unless the student, the student's

parent/guardian, and a school counselor/ administrator agree that the student should be permitted to take courses under the High School program. High School graduation plan requires 24 credits of which 2 may be local.

The 1 unit of physical education may be waived for participation in two fall semesters of marching band. For additional information see PE section for list of substitution activities for PE credit.

Technology Credit – Will be awarded by one of two ways: successful completion of a designated technology course or passing the CISD Technology Proficiency Assessment in middle school.

* A student entering high school in the Fall of 2011 and thereafter must meet EOC standards as determined by TEA to graduate DAP. It is the responsibility of the student and parent(s) to know how many credits the student has earned and how many are needed for graduation.

NEW TEXAS STATE ASSESSMENT REQUIREMENTS FOR GRADUATION FOR STUDENTS ENTERING 9TH GRADE IN 2011-2012 AND THEREAFTER

see next page for details

http://www.collegefortexans.com/


NEW TEXAS STATE ASSESSMENT REQUIREMENTS FOR GRADUATION FOR STUDENTS ENTERING 9TH GRADE IN 2011-2012 AND THEREAFTER

The State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness or STAAR will replace the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS), which is the criterion-reference assessment program that has been in place since 2003. The STAAR, pronounced the same as star, will be used for the 12 end-of-course assessments mandated by SB 1031 in 2007 and the new grade 3-8 assessments mandated by HB 3 in the 2009 legislative session.

The new tests will be used beginning in the 2011-2012 school year. Students must meet the end-of-course testing requirements, as well as pass their classes, in order to earn a diploma. Required End of Course Assessments

English I, English II, English III Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II Biology, Chemistry, Physics World Geography, World History, U.S. History

Additionally, to graduate on either the Recommended High School Plan or the Distinguished Achievement Plan, additional passing standard criteria must be met on the English III and Algebra II End of Course Exams. * Students who receive Special Education services may qualify for modified or alternative assessments.


The Distinguished Achievement Program (DAP)

The Distinguished Achievement Program is the most prestigious diploma in the state of Texas. The graduate who earns distinguished achievement completes a rigorous program of study in pursuit of a high school diploma that is a stepping stone to continued higher education. The student will be a DAP Candidate until all requirements are verified. The requirements for completing the DAP pathway are listed below: 1. The student must complete the coursework (credits) of the DAP graduation plan which includes three years of the same foreign

language and 2. A student entering 9th grade in the fall of 2011 and thereafter must earn a minimum score determined by TEA on the

English 3 and Algebra 2 state mandated tests (STAAR) to graduate DAP. 3. The student must achieve any combination of four advanced measures chosen from the following options:

Option 1 Original research/project that is: Judged by a panel of professionals in the field that is the focus of the project; or Conducted under the direction of a mentor(s) and reported to an appropriate audience; and Related to the required curriculum set forth in the Essential Knowledge and Skills base for the state of Texas. Original research/projects may not be used for more than two of the advanced measures.

Option 2 Test data where a student receives:

A score of 3 or above on an AP exam. A score of 4 or above on an IB exam. A score on the PSAT that qualifies a student for recognition by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation

Program and College Board as (1) Commended Scholar or higher, (2) National Achievement Program (for Black Americans) outstanding or higher, (3) National Hispanic Recognition Program.

The PSAT score may count as only one advanced measure regardless of the number of honors received by the student.

Option 3 • College courses with a grade of B or higher in courses that count for college credit.

Tech Prep program courses () taken as part of a coherent sequence in high school with a grade of 80 or higher. Courses that qualify have the “thumbs up” symbol in front of the course title in the course planning guide. These locally articulated courses that count as a DAP measure may earn students college credit at Northlake if the student chooses to enroll at Northlake after high school graduation.

There can be NO substitutions allowed in the Distinguished Achievement Program.

Download the DAP Frequently Asked Questions pdf document at http://bit.ly/DAPFAQpdf Examples of how students have achieved 4 advanced measures to graduate under the Distinguished Achievement Program: Student A: scored 3 or higher on 4 AP exams. Student B: scored B or higher in 4 college credit courses. Student C: earned a grade of 80 in 1 tech prep program course, scored a 3 on 1 AP exam, and earned a B and an A in 2 college credit courses.

http://bit.ly/DAPFAQpdf


Junior Release

Junior Release is an opportunity for students to focus on career or academic pursuits when a minimum set of standards has been achieved. Junior release is a privilege, not a right. All of the following criteria must be met. Junior Release Criteria

Recommended Graduation Plan or Distinguished Achievement Program Parental approval Pass all EOC Assessments 14 credits by the end of 10th grade Meet compulsory attendance requirements

Senior Release

Senior Release is an opportunity for students to focus on career or academic pursuits when a minimum set of standards has been achieved. Senior release is a privilege, not a right. All of the following criteria must be met. Senior Release Criteria Recommended Graduation Plan or Distinguished Achievement Program Parental approval Pass all exit-level Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) tests 20 credits by the end of 11th grade Meet compulsory attendance requirements

AP/IB Senior Release

AP/IB Senior Release is an opportunity for students to focus on career or academic pursuits when a minimum set of standards has been achieved. AP/IB Senior release is a privilege, not a right. All of the following criteria must be met. AP/IB Senior Release Criteria

Recommended Graduation Plan or Distinguished Achievement Program Parental approval Pass all exit-level Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) tests 20 credits by the end of 11th grade Meet compulsory attendance requirements 3 Advanced Placement classes per semester 5 IB classes per semester

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GRADING

Grade points are assigned to each semester grade as follows. Any semester grade below 70 is averaged into a student’s GPA with “0” grade points.

Grades Level 4

AP, IB and other designated courses

Level 3 Pre-AP, Dual Credit and

other designated courses Level 2

On Grade Level courses Level 1

Modified Curriculum and other designated courses

97-100 6.0 5.5 5.0 4.0 94-96 5.8 5.3 4.8 3.8 90-93 5.6 5.1 4.6 3.6 87-89 5.4 4.9 4.4 3.4 84-86 5.2 4.7 4.2 3.2 80-83 5.0 4.5 4.0 3.0 77-79 4.8 4.3 3.8 2.8 74-76 4.6 4.1 3.6 2.6 71-73 4.4 3.9 3.4 2.4

70 4.2 3.7 3.2 2.2 Dual Credit courses will earn GPA points on the following scale:

A = 5.5 B = 4.9 C = 4.3 D = 3.7 LOCAL CREDIT Students can gain local credit by taking local credit classes. However, these credits cannot be used to meet the 26 state credits that are required on the Recommended Graduation Plan or the Distinguished Achievement Plan. These courses are not calculated in GPA. Local credit is granted for the following courses:

Lab Management Library Assistant after 1 credit Office/Counselor/Teacher Aide Remediation Classes for TAKS/EOC (Testing and Measurement, Algebraic & Geometric Problem Solving, and/or

Environmental Systems)


DETERMINING CREDIT FOR COURSES

To receive credit for a one-semester course, a student must pass the semester with a score of 70 or higher. Each semester grade stands alone for GPA purposes and will be posted on the official transcript with the appropriate credit awarded. To receive credit for a two-semester course, a student must pass each semester with a score of 70 or higher. OR Students who fail either semester of a two-semester course can regain credit by average passing the course for the year.

Notes: The second semester of the course must be taken at Coppell High School immediately following the first semester. The failing grade will be posted on the official transcript and 0.5 credits will be awarded. Dual Credit courses cannot be averaged to earn a full year credit.

If a student fails both semesters of a course, then both semesters must be repeated. All courses that a student attempts will be posted on the official transcript. A student must have a 90% attendance rate in school in order to receive credit for any course taken at Coppell High School regardless of the grade earned.

HOME ACCESS CENTER AND STUDENT GRADES

Parents and students may view grades through the Home Access Center. This tool provides unofficial grading information. Students’ official grades are reported at the end of each six weeks.


CISD CLASS RANKING AND GPA POLICY

Beginning with the 2010-2011 school year Coppell High School ranks only the top 10% of the class. The first time GPA and class rank are available is in the spring of the sophomore year after fall grades are posted,

usually early February. Junior GPA and class rank are updated in June and February after semester grades are posted. Senior GPA and class rank are updated in June, October (to reflect summer grades and changes in enrollment), and February

after semester grades are posted. Final class rank of the top 10% of the graduating class will be calculated at the end of the 1st semester of the senior

year. However, a student’s GPA continues through the end of their senior year. ● Students entering 9th grade in 2011-2012 and thereafter will have their GPA calculated as follows:

GPA will be calculated for all courses receiving state credit Rank in Class (RIC) will be based on the GPA in the following courses. These courses are designated by the ® symbol

throughout the curriculum course guide. English Language Arts

English I English II English III English IV

Pre-AP English I GT/Pre-AP English I Pre-AP English II Pre-AP English II – Blended Learning GT/Pre-AP English II IB Prep English II

AP English III GT/AP English III AP English IV GT/AP English IV

IB English I IB English II

English I For ESL English II For ESL English III For ESL

English I for Academies English II for Academies English III for Academies AP English III for Academies English IV for Academies AP English IV for Academies

ENGL 1301: Composition I Dual Credit ENGL 1302: Composition II Dual Credit ENGL 2321: British Literature Dual Credit ENGL 2322: British Literature Dual Credit ENGL 2326: American Literature Dual Credit ENGL 2327: American Literature Dual Credit


Social Studies World Geography Studies World Geography Studies – Blended Learning World History Studies US History Studies Since Reconstruction Government Economics/Free Enterprise

Pre-AP World Geography Studies Pre-AP World History Studies

AP Human Geography AP World History Studies AP World History Studies – Blended Learning GT/AP World History Studies IB Prep World History Studies IB Prep World History Studies AP AP United States History AP US History – Blended Learning AP US Government AP Comparative Government AP Macroeconomics AP Microeconomics AP European History AP Psychology

IB History of the Americas I IB History of the Americas II IB Economics I IB Economics II IB Psychology IB Environmental Systems and Societies

World History Studies (Sheltered for ESOL)

World Geography I for Academies World History II for Academies AP World History for Academies US History III for Academies AP US History for Academies Government for Academies Economics/Free Enterprise for Academies

HIST 1301: History of US to 1877 Dual Credit HIST 1302: History of US to 1877 Dual Credit GOVT 2305: American Government I Dual Credit GOVT 2306: American Government II Dual Credit ECON 2301: Principles of Macro-Economics Dual Credit ECON 2302: Principles of Micro-Economics Dual Credit CUST 2370: Cultural Studies Dual Credit PSYC 2301: Introduction to Psychology Dual Credit SOCI 1301: Introduction to Sociology Dual Credit PHIL 1301: Introduction to Philosophy Dual Credit PHIL 2306: Ethics Dual Credit


Science Biology Biology – Blended Learning Chemistry Conceptual Physics

Pre-AP Biology Pre-AP Biology – Blended Learning GT/Pre-AP Biology Pre-AP Chemistry GT/AP Biology combined with Pre-AP Chemistry GT/Pre-AP Chemistry Pre-AP Conceptual Physics

AP Biology AP Chemistry AP Physics B GT/AP Physics B AP Physics C AP Environmental Science

IB Chemistry I IB Chemistry II IB Physics I IB Physics II IB Biology I IB Biology II IB Environmental Systems and Societies

Anatomy & Physiology Aquatic Science Earth and Space Science Astronomy Environmental Systems Forensic Science Medical Microbiology Pathophysiology Medical Microbiology Pathophysiology

Biology (Sheltered for ESOL)

Biology for Academies Biology Pre-AP for Academies Chemistry for Academies Chemistry Pre-AP for Academies Physics for Academies Conceptual Physics for Academies AP Physics B for Academies AP Physics C for Academies Anatomy & Physiology for Academies

BIOL 1406: Biology for Science Majors I w/lab Dual Credit BIOL 1407: Biology for Science Majors II w/lab Dual Credit BIOL 1408: Biology for non-Science Majors I w/lab Dual Credit BIOL 1409: Biology for non-Science Majors II w/lab Dual Credit Biol 1332 Principles of Nutrition Dual Credit CHEM 1405: Introductory Chemistry I w/lab Dual Credit


CHEM 1407: Introductory Chemistry II w/lab Dual Credit CHEM 1411: General Chemistry I w/lab Dual Credit CHEM 1412: General Chemistry II w/lab Dual Credit PHYS 1401: Introductory General Physics I w/lab Dual Credit PHYS 1402: Introductory General Physics II w/lab Dual Credit GEOL 1403: Physical Geology Dual Credit GEOL 1404: Historical Geology Dual Credit

Mathematics

Algebra I Algebra I – Blended Learning GT Algebra I Geometry Algebra II Pre-Calculus: Preparation for Calculus Pre-AP Pre-calculus: Preparation for Calculus Math Models w/Applications Foundations for College Math Statistics & Risk Management Business Statistics & Risk Management

Pre-AP Algebra I Pre-AP Geometry GT/Pre-AP Geometry Pre-AP Algebra II GT/Pre-AP Algebra II IB Prep Algebra II IB Prep Pre-calculus

AP Statistics AP Calculus AB AP Calculus BC AP Computer Science

IB Mathematical Studies IB Math I IB Math II IB Advanced Math I IB Advanced Math II

Algebra I (Sheltered for ESOL)

Algebra I for Academies Algebra I Pre-AP for Academies Algebra II for Academies Geometry for Academies Geometry Pre-AP for Academies Algebra II Pre-AP for Academies Pre-calculus for Academies Pre-calculus Pre-AP for Academies AP Calculus for Academies AP Calculus BC for Academies MATH 1414: College Algebra Dual Credit MATH 1316: Plane Trigonometry Dual Credit MATH 2412: Pre-calculus Dual Credit MATH 2513: Calculus I Dual Credit MATH 2342: Introductory Statistics Dual Credit


MATH 1350: Teaching Math in Elementary & Middle School I Dual Credit MATH 1425: Business Calculus Dual Credit

Languages Other Than English

Spanish I Spanish II Spanish III

Pre-AP Spanish I Pre-AP Spanish II IB Prep Spanish II Pre-AP Spanish III IB Prep Spanish III Pre-AP Adv Spanish Conservation & Grammar

Pre-AP French I Pre-AP French II Pre-AP French III Pre-AP Chinese I Pre-AP Chinese II Pre-AP Chinese III

Pre-AP Latin I Pre-AP Latin II Pre-AP Latin III

American Sign Language I American Sign Language II American Sign Language III

AP Spanish Language AP Spanish Literature AP French Language AP Chinese Language and Culture AP Latin

IB Spanish AB Initio I IB Spanish AB Initio II IB Spanish I IB Spanish II IB Advanced Spanish I IB Advanced Spanish II IB Mandarin IB French IB Latin

Spanish I for Academies Spanish II for Academies Spanish III for Academies Spanish IV for Academies

SPAN 1411: Beginning Spanish I Dual Credit SPAN 1412: Beginning Spanish II Dual Credit SPAN 2311: Intermediate Spanish I Dual Credit SPAN 2312: Intermediate Spanish II Dual Credit

GERM 1411: Beginning German I Dual Credit GERM 1412: Beginning German II Dual Credit


FREN 1411: Beginning French I Dual Credit FREN 1412: Beginning French II Dual Credit

SGNL 1301: Beginning American Sign Language I Dual Credit SGNL 1302: Beginning Sign Language II Dual Credit

CHIN 1411: Beginning Chinese I Dual Credit CHIN 1411: Beginning Chinese II Dual Credit CHIN 1411: Intermediate Chinese I Dual Credit

JAPN 1411: Beginning Japanese I Dual Credit JAPN 1412: Beginning Japanese II Dual Credit JAPN 2311: Intermediate Japanese I Dual Credit


PROMOTION To be promoted from one grade level to the next, the student must have met the following criteria:

1. From the ninth grade, a student must have acquired 6 credits, including one credit of English and one credit of mathematics. 2. From the tenth grade, a student must have acquired 12 credits, including two credits of English and two credits of mathematics. 3. From the eleventh grade, a student must have acquired 19 credits, including three credits of English and three credits of

mathematics. 4. To graduate, a twelfth grade student must satisfy the required state assessments in addition to meeting all graduation

requirements. A student who has not passed the required state assessments will not receive a diploma but may participate in graduation ceremonies. Students officially placed in Special Education program(s) shall be promoted and shall graduate according to the criteria stated in their Individual Education Plan (IEP) and by the decisions of the Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) committee.

TRANSCRIPTS

A transcript is an Academic Achievement Record (AAR) that is an official and permanent record of a student’s academic performance during high school. Semester grades earned in grades 9-12 and any high school course taken prior to ninth grade for which a student earned state graduation credit will be recorded. Grades recorded on the official transcript (AAR) may not be removed or replaced.

An official transcript (AAR) will be stamped with an official seal, signed by a school official, and enclosed in a sealed envelope. ACT and/or SAT scores are not included with transcripts. If needed, please request test scores from:

ACT www.actstudent.org SAT www.collegeboard.com

Transcripts are ordered through Naviance. Please see the Counseling Secretary to pay for them. Transcripts cost $5 each and will not be sent to colleges until they have been paid for. Access to the records of a student who is or has been in attendance at a school in the District shall be granted to the parent of the student who is a minor or who is a dependent for tax purposes. Please refer to State Code 34 CFR 990.5 for additional information.

Verification of Enrollment and Attendance (TEA FORM)

All students enrolling in Driver’s Education, obtaining their license for the first time, renewing their expired license, or renewing their license when they turn 17, need to request a Verification of Enrollment and Attendance form required by the Texas Education Agency (T.E. A.). This form is available in the Student Services office. CHS does not offer Driver’s Education classes. Please allow one school day for processing.

http://www.actstudent.org/

http://www.collegeboard.com/


UIL ELIGIBILITY

Students must meet the requirements below to be eligible for extra-curricular participation: Students must pass all courses for the previous six weeks. Students who fail may not participate in any extra-curricular or UIL

contests for a minimum of three weeks. Such suspension from extra-curricular activities becomes effective seven days after the last day of the six weeks during which the failing grade was earned.

Students must have earned the following number of credits prior to September 1 in order to participate in any extra-curricular activity during the first six weeks period:

10th grade: 5 credits 11th grade: 10 credits 12th grade: 15 credits

Students may not miss more than 10 days per year of any course for participation in extra-curricular or co-curricular activities. Violation of this rule will result in the loss of credit.

Students may not drop courses in order to regain eligibility under the “no pass, no play” rule. Students who drop a course with a failing grade after the fourth week of the first six week grading period shall be ineligible for a minimum of three weeks.

Students enrolled in Pre-AP, AP, IB, and Dual Credit courses are offered a one-time per semester exemption from UIL eligibility

rules to be approved by the principal or designee. To receive the exemption a waiver must be completed and returned to the principal or designee.


INDIVIDUALIZED LEARNING ADMINISTRATIVE GUIDELINES

Course Offerings Our philosophy is to provide students with access to flexible course offerings and innovative programs to meet the diverse needs of the students in the Coppell Independent School District in the information-rich environment of the 21st century. Several course alternatives will be offered to assist students in gaining credit toward high school graduation. Students must obtain prior written approval from their counselor to earn credit for these courses.

Distance Learning - also known as “correspondence courses” can be taken print based or online, if offered. Internet Courses - include Virtual School courses or online courses.

Guidelines:

Students must take at least 4 courses/2 credits per semester at a Coppell ISD high school campus. o 16 courses out of the 26 courses for high school graduation must be taken on a Coppell ISD high school campus.

Senior Scholars are the exception to this rule. For transfer students, the “16 courses out of 26” rule will be prorated. Students must have met standard on the state mandated tests in the previous school year for the online course’s subject area. Freshman and sophomore students are not eligible for a release period. These students must be registered for at least 7 class

periods per day. The source of the distance learning or internet course must meet district curriculum requirements.

Individualized Learning Courses are designed for: 9th grade students who have extenuating circumstances. Courses will be considered on an individual and limited basis. 10th grade students who need to meet prerequisite requirements for programs such as IB, Engineering and KCBY. 11th and 12th grade students who want more flexibility in scheduling course load.

Transcript/GPA Guidelines All distance learning and internet courses will count toward GPA. The grade will appear on the transcript with the credit

earned. The grade will not replace any existing grade. Credit earned will be at level 2 for these courses, except for Internet courses taken for dual credit which will be at level 3.

Courses taken in summer school either for original credit or credit recovery will count toward GPA. Courses taken during the school year for credit recovery will count toward GPA.

Distance Learning or Internet Course Enrollment Procedures

Students must register for courses online. It is the student’s responsibility to make sure they are enrolling in courses they need for graduation. It is the student’s responsibility to check their school’s website for dates and times to take exams. All exams must be taken at the high school the student attends and are administered by the counseling department or campus

designee. It is the student’s responsibility to pay the $20 proctor fee, provide photo ID, and to bring all materials needed for exam day

(laptop, calculator, tape recorder, blank tapes, etc.). CREDIT BY EXAMS (CBE) For Credit Recovery

To take a CBE for Credit Recovery a student must have earned a semester grade of at least 60 in the course or scored a minimum of 60 on the semester exam.

Credit Recovery grade(s) will appear on the student’s transcript with credit earned and will count toward the student’s GPA.

Visit your school’s website under the counseling menu for registration information and test dates.


For Original Credit

CBE for Original Credit is an opportunity for students to earn credit for a course by demonstrating mastery of the course objectives on an exam.

Credit is earned by the semester; thus, students must take a separate exam for each semester of a two semester course. In order to earn credit students must score a 90 or above on the exam. CBE grades will appear on the student’s transcript with credit earned and will count toward the student’s GPA. CISD offers this testing six times each year. Applications are available online. Registration deadlines are strictly enforced.

Students may contact the Director of Assessment at 214-496-7020 for more information or go to the following link http://www.coppellisd.com/Page/523

CBE credit must be completed and scored one week prior to the semester in which the course would have been taken

http://www.coppellisd.com/Page/523


ADVANCED PLACEMENT (AP) COURSES

AP COURSES Research shows that students who participate in AP courses are better prepared for the academic challenges of college. When evaluating applications, colleges and universities look at the rigor of courses a student took versus what was offered at the high school and recognize AP courses as at the highest level. Students have the opportunity to be recognized with a color cord at graduation for their achievement in Advanced Placement courses offered at CHS. This may be one of two ways:

1. Students who enroll in and complete at least eight AP courses will be designated as Advanced Placement Achievement Graduates.

2. Students who enroll in and complete twelve or more AP courses will be designated Advanced Placement Achievement Graduates with Honors.

In order to be recognized as an Advanced Placement Achievement Graduate or Advanced Placement Achievement Graduate with Honors, students will complete an application and submit it to the AP Campus Facilitator by March 5. Upon review, students will be notified of their status. Advanced Placement (AP) courses are designed by College Board to reflect the knowledge and skills taught in college courses. Students may demonstrate their knowledge and skills on AP Exams offered each May during a two week period. Students may earn college credit based on qualifying scores on the exams. The criteria for earning credit vary by college. For more information, visit www.apcentral.collegeboard.com. CHS endorses an open enrollment policy for AP courses. There are no qualifying criteria or applications for students to enroll as long as they have taken the stated pre-requisite courses. The Advanced Placement program enriches the secondary school experience of students willing to apply themselves to college level studies and provides the means for colleges to grant credit or placement, or both, to students who earn qualifying scores on AP exams.

AP courses offered at Coppell High School (based on enrollment) Include:

English English Language & Composition (English III) English Literature & Composition (English IV)

Mathematics Statistics Calculus AB Calculus BC Computer Science I

Science Biology Chemistry Environmental Science Physics B Physics C

Social Studies

Human Geography World History European History

U.S. History U.S. Government Comparative Government and Politics

Macro-economics Micro-economics Psychology

World Languages Spanish Language Chinese Language and

Culture

Latin French Language

Fine Arts Art History Drawing Portfolio Music Theory Art 2D Design Art 3D Design

PRE-AP COURSES CHS designates some courses as Pre-AP courses. These courses are intentionally designed to provide students the skills necessary to succeed in college level courses (such as AP courses or dual credit courses). The strategies in Pre-AP courses focus on critical reading, writing, and problem solving.

http://www.apcentral.collegeboard.com/


INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE (IB) DIPLOMA PROGRAM

This program is a distinction within the graduation requirements of Coppell High School. A graduate may complete this program and/or the Distinguished Achievement Program (DAP) while working towards meeting graduation requirements. As part of the program students must complete the coursework associated with six IB subjects. In addition to the grades earned at CHS, upon completion of the courses, students receive a score of 1-7 based on the quality of externally graded examinations and internally marked assessments. For either three or four of the courses students must complete examinations at the higher level (HL). Students are required to take the IB exams when they complete the courses and, like AP exams, there are associated fees. The total of all fees for the two year program will be roughly $850 for students beginning the program in the fall of 2013. $200 is due at the time of registration for the junior year along with the course selection sheet. Additional payments are required in October of the junior year, during registration for senior year, and October of the senior year. Checks should be payable to CISD. These payments are refundable (minus costs incurred by the district) should the student ultimately not complete the IB program. No IB course requests will be processed without proper payment. Accommodations based on financial needs can be worked out on an individual basis. All IB students must complete the “core elements” of the diploma program in addition to the subject requirements. These include: Creativity, Action, Service (CAS) – activities completed over the two years outside the academic day, Extended Essay (EE) – 4,000 word original research paper on a topic of personal interest, mentored by faculty member, and Theory of Knowledge (ToK) course – one-semester course taken in the fall of senior year. All juniors must enroll in the online course IB Core Elements which will facilitate the appropriate completion of these tasks.

Courses Available – Choosing one path (row) from each of the six groups will satisfy the IB requirements as long as the student has the ability to complete three or four HL examinations (see the far right column).

1. English 2 IB English I IB English II HL

2. Second Language 2 IB Advanced Spanish I (if student took IB Prep Spanish III in 10th, they may assess SL after 11th)

IB Advanced Spanish II HL or SL

2 IB Prep Spanish III IB Advanced Spanish I SL 2 IB Spanish ab initio I IB Spanish ab initio II SL 2 IB Mandarin IB Advanced Mandarin SL 2 IB French IB Advanced French SL 2 IB Latin IB Advanced Latin SL

3. Social Studies 2 IB History of the Americas I IB History of the Americas II HL 1-2 IB Economics I (students can

assess SL after one year) IB Economics II HL or SL 1 IB Psychology SL 4. Science 2 IB Biology I IB Biology II HL or SL 2 IB Chemistry I IB Chemistry II HL or SL 2 IB Physics I IB Physics II HL or SL 1 Complete third required science

credit outside the IB IB Environmental Systems and Societies SL

5. Mathematics 2 IB Advanced Math I IB Advanced Math II HL or SL 2 IB Math I IB Math II SL 1 IB Math Studies (this must follow

Algebra II) SL 6. Arts/Elective 1-2 IB Visual Arts I IB Visual Arts II HL or SL 1-2 IB Film I IB Film II HL or SL 1 or 2 A second course from group 2, 3 or 4 (e.g. take History AND Economics or take French

AND Spanish ab initio or take Biology AND Chemistry) The availability of all courses is subject to student demand Successful completion of the Theory of Knowledge course in the fall of the senior year will earn speech credit (pass/fail) Successful completion of IB History of the Americas I and II will earn the state required government credit (pass/fail)

If you have further or more specific questions on how the IB diploma program might work for your child, please contact the CHS IB Coordinator, Jeb Puryear, [email protected] .

mailto:[email protected]


Dual and Concurrent College Credit

Steps Complete North Lake application at www.dcccd.edu. Click North Lake/Admissions & Registration/Dual Credit. Take CHS transcript to North Lake and schedule time to take Accuplacer (unless exempt because of other testing). Bring CHS Counselor NL Student Enrollment Status Report showing you passed test. CHS Counselor will give you an Enrollment Form to take to NL to enroll in classes. Bring CHS Counselor NL Registration Summary showing classes you are enrolled in so that CHS schedule can be adjusted. After completing class, bring CHS an official NL transcript of your grades for those to be entered on CHS transcript.

Guidelines

The student must follow the policies for enrollment and registration as outlined by the DCCCD campus or other approved college.

The student must coordinate the college course time with the CHS class schedule. This means North Lake course must be scheduled prior to the first class at CHS and/or after the last class at CHS.

The student must follow district guidelines for college release periods. Grades for Dual Credit courses, including Dual Credit in summer school, are calculated into GPA as Level III (Pre-AP). Concurrent enrollment courses will not count for credit or GPA on the student’s high school transcript. Students must pay for concurrent courses.

Student Responsibilities for Dual Credit and Concurrent Enrollment at North Lake To participate in the Dual Credit program, a high school student must:

Have completed the sophomore year at CHS in good standing and be at least 16 years old Apply for admission online to North Lake Submit the following documents to North Lake: a CHS transcript, Consent for Emergency Treatment form, and Release for

Proxy Registration form Take the Accuplacer or provide previous test scores to document Accuplacer exemption. Bring the High School Student Enrollment Status Report form to CHS counselor Obtain a one page HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT ENROLLMENT form from their counselor Enroll at North Lake and return the “Registration Summary” to the CHS counselor by the stated deadline. Follow all of the guidelines for college students as set by the Dallas County Community College District. Follow CHS Student Handbook guidelines while attending classes on the NL Campuses. Report grades to parents and bring an official transcript in a sealed envelope from North Lake to their CHS counselor to

receive credit. Inform their CHS counselor if they drop a course during the semester and follow the drop procedure at NL. Take responsibility to coordinate lab work and/or testing within the schedule of CHS. He/She will be held accountable for

absences due to flexible scheduling at the high school. Any absences from CHS classes due to conflicts in schedules will count against exemptions for final exams.

Attend periodic Dual Credit Meetings at CHS.

Individual College Courses

Juniors and Seniors can enroll in dual-credit and concurrent enrollment classes individually. Students seeking dual credit may take any courses listed in the tables on page 28 as long as they have not had the

equivalent course at CHS. Students will be released from one period at CHS for each college course up to two courses. One additional period will be

given for travel time. Student must have administrative approval to take more than two college courses in one semester.

http://www.dcccd.edu/


Senior Scholars: An Early College Experience at North Lake (full-time college) CHS Seniors have the opportunity to engage in a full-time dual credit/concurrent enrollment program at North Lake College. There are three program options available to students who are interested in this opportunity. If you want to become a Senior Scholar, write “Senior Scholar” in the alternate column on your Registration Worksheet. You may discuss this at your registration meeting.

Option 1

At least 12 hours per semester of Dual Credit/Concurrent Enrollment (Students must take 2 North Lake classes per day) Plus Extra-Curricular Participation (Students will be enrolled in an extra-curricular course at the high school. Daily

attendance will be required.) Plus Senior Leadership Corps if total hours in school (NL and CHS) do not equal four hours per day.

Option 2 At least 12 hours per semester of Dual Credit/Concurrent Enrollment (Students must take 2 classes per day) Plus Marketing Dynamics

Option 3 15 hours per semester of Dual Credit/Concurrent Enrollment (students must take 3 North Lake classes on MWF and 2 North

Lake classes on TTh) Plus Senior Leadership Corps if total hours in school (NL) do not equal four hours per day.

®Rank in Class Coppell High School Course Planning Guide 2013-2014 28

CISD DUAL CREDIT OPTIONS ACADEMIC YEAR 2013-2014

CISD Course North Lake College Course CHS Credit DCCCD Credit

Accounting I ACCT 2301: Principles of Accounting I 1 3 hours Accounting II ACCT 2302: Principles of Accounting II 1 3 hours Advanced Automotive Technology A AUMT 1316: Suspension and Steering 0.5 3

Advanced Automotive Technology B AUMT 1307: Automotive Electrical Systems 0.5 3

Advertising and Sales Promotion MRKG 1311: Principles of Marketing 1 3 hours

American Sign Language I ®SGNL 1301: Beginning American Sign Language I 1 3 hours

American Sign Language II ®SGNL 1302: Beginning Sign Language II 1 3 hours Art II Ceramics ARTS 2346: Pottery I 0.5 3 hours Art II Drawing ARTS 1316: Drawing I 0.5 3 hours Art II Painting ARTS 1311: 2-D Design 0.5 3 hours Art II Sculpture ARTS 1312: 3-D Design 0.5 3 hours Art III History HUMA 1315: Fine Arts Appreciation 1 3 hours Art III History ARTS 1301: Art Appreciation 1 3 hours Art III History ARTS 1303: Survey of Art History I 0.5 3 hours Art III History ARTS 1304: Survey of Art History II 0.5 3 hours Art III Sculpture ARTS 2326 Sculpture I 0.5 3 hours

Audio Video Production RTVB 1305 Introduction to Television Technology 0.5 3 hours

Automotive Technology A AUMT 1305: Introduction to Automotive Technology 0.5 3

Automotive Technology B AUMT 1310: Automotive Brake Systems 0.5 3 Business Information Management I

COSC 1401: Microcomputer Concepts and Applications 1 4 hours

Business Information Management I BCIS 1405: Business Computer Application w/lab 1 4 hours

Business Information Management II BCIS 2390: Systems Analysis and Design 1 4 hours

Business Law BUSI 2301: Business Law 1 3 hours Child Development Program BROOKHAVEN: see p. 80 4 Chinese I ®CHIN 1411: Beginning Chinese I 1 4 hours Chinese II ®CHIN 1412: Beginning Chinese II 1 4 hours Chinese III ®CHIN 2311: Intermediate Chinese I 1 3 hours

CISCO 1 ITCC 1402: Local Area Network Design & Protocols 0.5 4 hours

CISCO 2 ITCC 1406: Basic Router Configuration 0.5 4 hours CISCO 3 ITCC 1442: Local Area Management 0.5 4 hours


CISCO 4 ITCC 1446: Wide Area Management 0.5 4 hours CISCO 5 ITCC 2432: Advanced Routing Configuration 0.5 4 hours CISCO 6 ITCC 2436: Building Remote Access Network 0.5 4 hours CISCO 7 ITCC 2440: Configuring LAN Switches 0.5 4 hours CISCO 8 ITCC 2444: Internetworking Troubleshooting 0.5 4 hours

Communication Applications SPCH 1311: Introduction to Speech Communication 0.5 3 hours

Communication Applications SPCH 1315: Fundamentals of Public Speaking 0.5 3 hours

Computer Programming COSC 1436: Programming Fundamentals I w/lab 1 4 hours

Computer Science II COSC 1401: Microcomputer Concepts and Applications w/Lab 1 4 hours

Computer Science II COSC 1415: Intro. To Computer Science & Programming 1 4 hours

Dance IV A DANC 1341: Ballet 1 0.5 3 hours Dance IV B DANC 1342: Ballet 2 0.5 3 hours Digital And Interactive Media IMED 1416: Webpage Design I 1 4 hours Economics ®ECON 2301: Principles of Macro-Economics 0.5 3 hours Economics Advanced Studies ®ECON 2302: Principles of Micro-Economics 0.5 3 hours English IV A ®ENGL 1301: Composition I 0.5 3 hours English IV B ®ENGL 1302: Composition II 0.5 3 hours

Foreign Language Any Foreign Language through DCCCD (check with high school) 1

French I ®FREN 1411: Beginning French 1 4 hours French II ®FREN 1412: Beginning French 1 4 hours Geographic Information Systems Technology BROOKHAVEN: see p. 80 4

German I ®GERM 1411: Beginning German I 1 4 hours German II ®GERM 1412: Beginning German II 1 4 hours German III GERM 1413: Beginning German III 1 4 hours Government ®GOVT 2305: American Government I 0.5 3 hours Independent Study in English A-1st time taken ®ENGL 2321: British Literature 0.5 3 hours

Independent Study in English A-1st time taken ®ENGL 2326: American Literature 0.5 3 hours

Independent Study in English B-1st time taken ®ENGL 2322: British Literature 0.5 3 hours

Independent Study in English B-1st time taken ®ENGL 2327: American Literature 0.5 3 hours

Independent Study in Math A ®MATH 1350: Teaching Math in Elementary and Middle School 0.5 3 hours

Independent Study in Math A ®MATH 1425: Business Calculus 0.5 4 hours Independent Study in Mathematics ®MATH 1414: College Algebra 0.5 4 hours

Independent Study in Mathematics ®MATH 1316: Plane Trigonometry 0.5 3 hours


Independent Study in Mathematics ®MATH 2412: Pre-calculus 0.5 4 hours

Independent Study in Mathematics ®MATH 2513: Calculus I 0.5 5 hours

Independent Study in Mathematics ®MATH 2342: Introductory Statistics 0.5 3 hours

Japanese I ®JAPN 1411: Beginning Japanese I 1 4 hours Japanese II ®JAPN 1412: Beginning Japanese II 1 4 hours Japanese III ®JAPN 2311: Intermediate Japanese I 1 3 hours Logistics, Planning and Management Systems LMGT 1321: Introduction to Materials Handling 1 3 hours

Medical Office Management/Administration BROOKHAVEN: see p. 80 4

Music History MUSI 1306: Music Appreciation 1 3 hours Photojournalism A PHOT 1316 Photography I 0.5 3 hours Photojournalism B PHOT 1317 Photography II 0.5 3 hours

Practicum in Health Science II BROOKHAVEN: EMSP 1501: Emergency Medical Technician - Basic 2 5

Principles of Business, Marketing and Finance BUSI 1301: Introduction To Business 0.5 3 hours

Principles of Business, Marketing and Finance BUSI 1301: Introduction to Business 1 3 hours

Principles of Business, Marketing and Finance BUSI 1301: Introduction to Business 1 3 hours

Principles of Transportation, Distribution and Logistics LMGT 1319: Introduction to Business Logistics 1 3 hours

Psychology ®PSYC 2301: Introduction to Psychology 0.5 3 hours Scientific Research and Design ®BIOL 1406: Biology for Science Majors I w/lab 0.5 4 hours Scientific Research and Design ®BIOL 1407: Biology for Science Majors II w/lab 0.5 4 hours

Scientific Research and Design ®BIOL 1408: Biology for non-Science Majors I w/lab

0.5 4 hours

Scientific Research and Design ®BIOL 1409: Biology for non-Science Majors II w/lab 0.5 4 hours

Scientific Research and Design ®BIOL 1322: Principles of Nutrition 0.5 3 hours Scientific Research and Design ®CHEM 1405: Introductory Chemistry I w/lab 0.5 4 hours Scientific Research and Design ®CHEM 1407: Introductory Chemistry II w/lab 0.5 4 hours Scientific Research and Design ®CHEM 1411: General Chemistry I w/lab 0.5 4 hours Scientific Research and Design ®CHEM 1412 General Chemistry II w/lab 0.5 4 hours

Scientific Research and Design ®PHYS 1401: Introductory General Physics I w/lab 0.5 4 hours

Scientific Research and Design ®PHYS 1402: Introductory General Physics II w/lab 0.5 4 hours

Scientific Research and Design PHYS 2425: University Physics I 0.5 4 hours

Scientific Research and Design ®GEOL 1403: Physical Geology 0.5 4 hours Scientific Research and Design ®GEOL 1404: Historical Geology 0.5 4 hours


Small Engine Technology A AUMT 2321: Automotive Electrical Lighting and Access 0.5 3

Small Engine Technology B AUMT 1319: Automotive Engine Repair 0.5 3 Social Studies Advanced Studies 1st time taken ®PHIL 1301: Introduction to Philosophy 0.5 3 hours

Social Studies Advanced Studies 2nd time taken ®PHIL 2306: Ethics 0.5 3 hours

Sociology ®SOCI 1301: Introduction to Sociology 0.5 3 hours Spanish I ®SPAN 1411: Beginning Spanish 1 4 hours Spanish II ®SPAN 1412: Beginning Spanish 1 4 hours Spanish III ®SPAN 2311: Intermediate Spanish 1 3 hours Spanish IV ®SPAN 2312: Intermediate Spanish 1 3 hours Special Topics in Social Studies ®GOVT 2306: American Government II 0.5 3 hours

Special Topics in Social Studies

®CUST 2370: Cultural Studies (Pre-Requisite: English 1301) 0.5 3 hours

Teen Leadership II EDUC 1300: Learning Framework PSYC 1300: Learning Framework 0.5 3 hours

Theatre Arts I DRAM 1310: Introduction to Theater 1 3 hours Theatre Production I DRAM 2366: Film Appreciation 1 1 3 hours

Touch System Data Entry POFT 1329: Keyboarding & Document Formatting 0.5 3 hours

Transportation Systems Management

Domestic & International Transportation Management 2 3 hours

U.S. History A ®HIST 1301: History of U.S. to 1877 0.5 3 hours U.S. History B ®HIST 1302: History of U.S. from 1877 0.5 3 hours Web Technologies IMED 1416: Web Design I 1 4 hours Web Technologies ITSC 1413: Internet/Webpage Development 1 4 hours

COURSE FEES APPLY TO THE FOLLOWING COURSES:

Health PHED 1304: Health for Today 0.5 1 hour


ENGLISH (INCLUDING ESL)

®ENGLISH I 1100Y (1100 A & B) Grade: 9 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None Students continue developing reading, writing, oral language, and research skills. An emphasis is placed on reading a wide variety of literary and informational texts while extending compositional skills to include various modes of writing with a focus on literary and expository compositions. Language studies focus on the analysis of diction and syntax within student-created and published texts from various media. ®BASIC ENGLISH I 1100RY (1100 RA & RB) Grade: 9 Level: 1 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Committee Approval This course focus is on TEKS-based writing, spelling, reading comprehension, reading fluency, types of literature and basic communication skills. ®APPLIED ENGLISH I 1100LY (1100 LA &LB) Grade: 9 Level: 1 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Committee Approval The focus is on functional (TEKS based) academic reading, writing and basic communication skills. ®PRE-AP ENGLISH I 1111Y (1111 A & B) Grade: 9 Level: 3 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None Students will study the basic structure of the short story, the novel, Shakespearean drama, and poetry. Emphasis is placed on developing interpretive analysis through the readings. A very strong composition program begins in the freshman year; students write narrative/literary, persuasive, and expository compositions of varying lengths. Students also study the revision process, grammar, mechanics, word processing, and the research process. This course prepares students for Pre-AP English II. ®GT/PRE-AP ENGLISH I 1511Y (1511 A & B) Grade: 9 Level: 3 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: GT Identification Students in English I GT/Pre-AP generate compositions for a variety of purposes and in a variety of modes as well as read and analyze selected works from all genres of literature. Based on a curriculum that integrates both writing and reading concepts and skills, this course empowers students to use the recursive writing process as they write to learn about themselves, the world, and their environment. Students in this class will read extensively, write responsively, listen critically, speak articulately, work cooperatively, and think independently.

®ENGLISH II 1200Y (1200 A & B) Grade: 10 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None Students refine reading, writing, oral language and research skills through the integration of technology with literature, language, and composition with a focus on expository and persuasive modes. Communication skills and language studies build on those from English as students become more adept consumers and producers of 21st century literacies. ®BASIC ENGLISH II 1200RY (1200 RA & RB) Grade: 10 Level: 1 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Committee Approval This course focus is on TEKS-based writing, spelling, reading comprehension, reading fluency, types of literature and basic communication skills. ®APPLIED ENGLISH II 1200LY (1200 LA &LB) Grade: 10 Level: 1 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Committee Approval The focus is on functional (TEKS based) academic reading, writing and basic communication skills. ®PRE-AP ENGLISH II 1211Y (1211 A & B) Grade: 10 Level: 3 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None This course challenges students to develop advanced skills in reading, composition, oral communication, and logical argument. The grammatical, mechanical, and syntactical skills of language are taught within the meaningful context of the writing process. Students will read and respond to a broad selection of literature. This course prepares students to take all upper-level English courses. ®PRE-AP ENGLISH II – BLENDED LEARNING 1211VY (1211 VA & VB) Grade: 10 Level: 3 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None This course will be delivered through a Blended Learning format. Students will meet in class face to face with the course teacher 3 days a week and the other 2 days will be completed virtually in the CHS Virtual Learning Lab. This course challenges students to develop advanced skills in reading, composition, oral communication, and logical argument. The grammatical, mechanical, and syntactical skills of language are taught within the meaningful context of the writing process. Students will read and respond to a broad selection of literature. This course prepares students to take all upper-level English courses.


®GT/PRE-AP ENGLISH II 1521Y (1521 A & B) Grade: 10 Level: 3 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: GT Identification Emphasis is placed on critical reading and writing over world literature; students will read and analyze selected works from all genres. Students will write for a variety of purposes and in a variety of modes; however, emphasis is placed on academic composition: literary style analysis of both fiction and non-fiction, and argumentation combined with some creative endeavors. Students will study grammar with an emphasis on sentence structure and its role in improving writing skills. This program emphasizes a wide range and great depth of subject matter and places an emphasis on literary analysis and analytical writing. ®IB PREP ENGLISH II 1211KY (1211 KA & KB) Grade 10 Level: 3 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None, but participation in at least two other concurrent IB Prep courses is strongly suggested Nurturing the natural curiosity of students (especially those identified as gifted), this class will help students acquire the skills necessary to conduct inquiry and research in an independent manner with the goal of helping them actively enjoy learning. Students will exercise initiative in applying thinking skills critically and creatively in communicating ideas and information in both written and oral forms. They will give thoughtful consideration to their own cultures as well as being open-minded about the perspectives, values and traditions of other individuals and communities. They will learn to approach unfamiliar situations and uncertainty with an independence of spirit and an ability to articulate their own ideas and defend their own beliefs. As they explore concepts, ideas, and issues that have both local and global significance in works of literature written both in English and in translation, students will develop an understanding of many cultures and genres, preparing them for the two year sequence of higher level English in the International Baccalaureate program. ®ENGLISH III 1300Y (1300 A & B) Grade: 11 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None Students explore major authors and periods in American literature through the close reading and study of both fiction and non-fiction texts. Students expand their grammatical, mechanical, and syntactical skills of language through the integration of written and oral discourse with a focus on persuasive, analytical, and research-based composition. ®BASIC ENGLISH III 1300RY (1300 RA & RB) Grade: 11 Level: 1 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Committee Approval This course focus is on TEKS-based writing, spelling, reading comprehension, reading fluency, types of literature and basic communication skills.

®APPLIED ENGLISH III 1300LY (1300 LA &LB) Grade: 11 Level: 1 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Committee Approval The focus is on functional (TEKS based) academic reading, writing and basic communication skills. ®AP ENGLISH III 1311Y (1311 A & B) Grade: 11 Level: 4 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None, but successful completion of Pre-AP English II is strongly recommended AP English Language and Composition is a college level course constructed in accordance with the guidelines described in the AP English Course Description published by the College Board. Students read and carefully analyze a broad and challenging range of nonfiction prose selections, deepening their awareness of rhetoric and how language works. Through close reading and frequent writing, students develop their ability to work with language and text with a greater awareness of purpose and strategy, while strengthening their own composing abilities. Course readings feature expository, analytical, personal, and argumentative texts from a variety of authors and historical contexts. Because today’s students live in a highly visual world, they also study the rhetoric of visual media such as photographs, films, advertisements, and comic strips. By aligning with the College Board’s AP English Course Description, this course teaches “students to read primary and secondary sources carefully, to synthesize material from those texts in their own compositions, and to cite sources using conventions recommended by professional organizations such as the Modern Language Association (MLA).” ®GT/AP ENGLISH III 1531Y (1531 A & B) Grade: 11 Level: 4 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: GT Identification Course objectives are the same as AP English III; however, students will be allowed greater autonomy in their choice of product, process, and content. Current practices in gifted education are incorporated in the class in order to encourage GT students to maximize their learning experience. ®ENGLISH IV 1400Y (1400 A & B) Grade: 12 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None Students focus on understanding the development of the English language through studying the historical context and major themes of British works across major literary periods and their relevance to today. Students master their communication skills by demonstrating their ability to adjust for various purposes and audiences, whether in written, spoken and/or visual media. Students continue to produce argumentation and analysis essays with a strong emphasis on mastering the use of research.


®BASIC ENGLISH IV 1400RY (1400 RA & RB) Grade: 12 Level: 1 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Committee Approval This course focus is on TEKS-based writing, spelling, reading comprehension, reading fluency, types of literature and basic communication skills. ®APPLIED ENGLISH IV 1400LY (1400 LA &LB) Grade: 12 Level: 1 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Committee Approval The focus is on functional (TEKS based) academic reading, writing and basic communication skills. ®AP ENGLISH IV 1411Y (1411 A & B) Grade: 12 Level: 4 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None, but successful completion of a previous Pre-AP/AP English course is strongly recommended Advanced Placement Literature and Composition focuses on developing the types of interpretative skills and writing competencies which prepare students for the AP English literature examination and for advanced work at the college level. The first semester students receive intensive training in analyzing literature for structure, in analyzing the flow of details in an author’s writing style, and in developing the ability to question a literary text. Reading assignments drawn from a wide range of historical periods stress the thematic relationship between different genres. The second semester curriculum focuses on the application of the first semester skills to literary works of great depth and complexity. Each semester students write several documented papers as well as other compositions. Students enrolled in the course are encouraged to take the Advanced Placement Literature exam in May. ®GT/AP ENGLISH IV 1541Y (1541 A & B) Grade: 12 Level: 4 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: GT Identification Course objectives are the same as AP English IV; however, students will be allowed greater autonomy in their choice of product, process, and content. Current practices in gifted education are incorporated in the class in order to encourage GT students to maximize their learning experience.

ENGLISH ELECTIVES READING I 1071Y (1071 A & B) Grade: 9-12 Level: 2 Credit: 0.5– 1 Prerequisite: Administrator approval This course utilizes the READ 180 instructional program. The class focuses on equipping students with the skills and strategies necessary to independently comprehend a wide range of texts. Students divide their time between independent reading, teacher-directed small group sessions, and individualized computer interaction. READING II 1081Y (1081 A & B) Grade: 9-12 Level: 2 Credit: 0.5– 1 Prerequisite: Administrator approval This course utilizes the READ 180 instructional program. The class focuses on equipping students with the skills and strategies necessary to independently comprehend a wide range of texts. Students divide their time between independent reading, teacher-directed small group sessions, and individualized computer interaction. CREATIVE WRITING I 1065 Grade: 10-12 Level: 2 Credit: 0.5 Prerequisite: None This course provides an in-depth study of the elements of poetry, fiction, non-fiction prose, and children’s literature with an emphasis on style, point of view, figurative language, rhyme, meter, characterization, dialogue and plot development. The students will turn in a portfolio of their work at the end of the semester. CREATIVE WRITING II 1066 Grade: 10-12 Level: 2 Credit: 0.5 Prerequisite: Creative Writing I This course provides a semi-independent study program with a focus on drama, individual class presentations, writing for publication and contests, and the publication of the campus literary and art magazine, the C.L.A.M. All work must be typed. CREATIVE WRITING - SCREENWRITING 1067 Grade: 10-12 Level: 2 Credit: 0.5 Prerequisite: None This course provides an in-depth study of the art of screenwriting with a focus on character backstory, format, industry lingo, scene set up, shot description, style, synopsis, and treatment. The student will also study the evolution of film from the silent era to the modern period.


DYSLEXIA SERVICES I 8597Y (8597 A & B) Grade: 9-12 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Committee Approval This course is designed to follow the CISD approved curriculum for students with dyslexia. Instruction is strategy oriented and addresses graphophonemic knowledge, reading proficiency, fluency, comprehension, and spelling. This course includes language structure instruction that encompasses morphology, semantics, syntax, and pragmatics. DYSLEXIA SERVICES II 8598Y (8598 A & B) Grade: 9-12 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Committee Approval This course is designed to follow the CISD approved curriculum for students with dyslexia. Instruction is strategy oriented and addresses graphophonemic knowledge, reading proficiency, fluency, comprehension, and spelling. This course includes language structure instruction that encompasses morphology, semantics, syntax, and pragmatics.


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READING I FOR NEWCOMER ESL 8701Y (8701 A & B) Grade: 9-12 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Must be in the ESL Program This course is reading based focusing on equipping students with the skills and strategies necessary to comprehend independently a wide range of texts. Vocabulary and word recognition skills will be integrated as well as writing, listening, and speaking skills. READING II FOR BEGINNER ESL 8702Y (8702 A & B) Grade: 9-12 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Must be in the ESL Program This course is reading based focusing on equipping students with the skills and strategies necessary to comprehend independently a wide range of texts. Vocabulary and word recognition skills will be integrated as well as writing, listening, and speaking skills. READING III FOR INTERMEDIATE ESL 8703Y (8703 A & B) Grade: 9-12 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Must be in the ESL Program This course is reading based focusing on equipping students with the skills and strategies necessary to comprehend independently a wide range of texts. Vocabulary and word recognition skills will be integrated as well as writing, listening, and speaking skills. PRACTICAL WRITING SKILLS FOR ADVANCED ESL 8704Y (8704 A & B) Grade: 9-12 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Must be in the ESL Program This course is writing based focusing on equipping students with the skills and strategies necessary to write independently in a wide range of genres. Emphasis will be placed on conventions, mechanics, revising, editing, and the writing process. Vocabulary skills will be integrated as well as reading, listening, and speaking skills.

ESL COURSE PLACEMENT BY GRADE LEVEL

®ENGLISH I FOR ESL 1110Y (1110 A & B) Grade: 9 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Must be in the ESL Program This course is literature based, focusing on comprehension and analysis of a variety of texts. Skills in comprehension, inference, interpretation, main idea, sequence, context clues, and analysis are emphasized. This course assists with reading comprehension and oral fluency through the use of modeling. Writing, listening, and speaking skills are emphasized particularly in response to literature. Curriculum is aligned with English I, reflecting differences in pacing and materials. ®ENGLISH II FOR ESL 1210Y (1210 A & B) Grade: 10 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Must be in the ESL Program This course is literature based, focusing on comprehension and analysis of a variety of texts. Skills in comprehension, inference, interpretation, main idea, sequence, context clues, and analysis are emphasized. This course assists with reading comprehension and oral fluency through the use of modeling. Writing, listening, and speaking skills are emphasized particularly in response to literature. Curriculum is aligned with English II, reflecting differences in pacing and materials. ®ENGLISH III FOR ESL 1310Y (1310 A & B) Grade: 11 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Must be in the ESL Program This course is literature based, focusing on comprehension and analysis of a variety of texts. Skills in comprehension, inference, interpretation, main idea, sequence, context clues, and analysis are emphasized. This course assists with reading comprehension and oral fluency through the use of modeling. Writing, listening, and speaking skills are emphasized particularly in response to literature. Curriculum is aligned with English III, reflecting differences in pacing and materials.

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SPEECH AND DEBATE COMMUNICATION APPLICATIONS 1600 Grade: 9-12 Level: 2 Credit: 0.5 This course provides instruction in presentation of the self in professional and social settings. Students learn the basics of effective communication, interpersonal communication, and social etiquette. The emphasis is on group communication and presentations. This graduation requirement is also embedded in other courses as indicated on p. 75. APPLIED COMMUNICATIONS APPLICATIONS 1600L Grade: 9-12 Level: 1 Credit: 0.5-1 Prerequisite: Committee Approval The focus is on functional communication skills needed for independence. DEBATE I (Novice) 1630Y (1630 A & B) Grade: 9-12 Level: 3 Credit: 0.5–1 Prerequisite: None This class is for first year debaters. Students will be introduced to the three kinds of debate, Student Congress, Original Oratory, and Extemporaneous Speaking. Students will learn research skills, logic, argumentation, persuasion, different speaking styles, and case writing as well as being exposed to beginning philosophy and government. Participation in at least one local tournament is expected. Debate I students will earn an additional 0.5 Professional Communication credit which satisfies the Speech requirement for graduation within the curriculum of the course. COMPETITIVE DEBATE: POLICY DEBATE II 1632Y (1632 A & B) Grade: 10-12 Level: 3 Credit: 0.5–1 DEBATE III 1633Y (1633 A & B) Grade: 10-12 Level: 3 Credit: 0.5–1 DEBATE IV 1634Y (1634 A & B) Grade: 10-12 Level: 4 Credit: 0.5–1 Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation These courses provide students instruction in individual and team debate through competition opportunities. Students will develop logic, argumentation, and advanced persuasion skills. Students research modern and classical philosophy as well as current U.S. government policies and then write debate cases. Participation in competition is strongly encouraged. This class carries a weighted credit. It includes Policy, Public Forum and Lincoln-Douglas Debate. Participation at tournaments is required.

COMPETITIVE DEBATE: PUBLIC FORUM & PERSUASIVE SPEAKING DEBATE II 1636Y (1636 A & B) Grade: 10-12 Level: 3 Credit: 0.5–1 Competitive Debate: Public Forum & Persuasive Speaking Debate II students will earn an additional 0.5 Professional Communication credit which satisfies the Speech requirement for graduation within the curriculum of the course. DEBATE III 1637Y (1637 A & B) Grade: 10-12 Level: 3 Credit: 0.5–1 DEBATE IV 1638Y (1638 A & B) Grade: 10-12 Level: 4 Credit: 0.5–1 Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation These courses provide competition opportunities for students who are interested in Public Speaking and in a slower, more persuasive form of debate. Debate types include: Public Forum, Lincoln Douglas, Extemporaneous Speaking, Student Congress, and Original Oratory. Research methods, critical thinking skills, and persuasive speaking are emphasized. Competition is strongly encouraged. ORAL INTERPRETATION I (Competitive Acting) 1601Y (1601 A & B) Oral Interpretation I (Competitive Acting) students will earn an additional 0.5 Professional Communication credit which satisfies the Speech requirement for graduation within the curriculum of the course. ORAL INTERPRETATION II (Competitive Acting) 1602Y (1602 A & B) ORAL INTERPRETATION III (Competitive Acting) 1603Y (1603 A & B) Grade: 9-12 Level: 2 Credit: 0.5–1 Prerequisite: None This course does not meet the Fine Arts requirement for Graduation. Students study oral reading and performance of literary texts, including poetry, plays, novels, and short stories. Skills addressed are selection, adaptation, interpretation and performance of material. The class focuses on competitive speech events: prose and poetry interpretation, humorous and dramatic monologue, duet acting, and persuasive speaking. Participation in competition is strongly encouraged. http://goo.gl/p7qG9

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MATHEMATICS Calculators are deemed handheld technology and will be available for student use in the appropriate courses. Since students will need to use these calculators on college entrance examinations, students are encouraged to purchase their own graphing calculator during high school. This will enable students to utilize these calculators for homework, projects, and to become familiar with their own calculator. ®ALGEBRA I 2100Y (2100 A & B) Grade: 9 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None Students will study concepts such as variables, constants, expressions, and equations and will establish a connection between symbolic language and real world applications. Students will analyze situations verbally, numerically, graphically, and symbolically. Major topics include: the real number system, algebraic properties, functions and graphs, linear equations and inequalities (including systems), polynomials and factoring and an introduction to quadratic equations. Students will also use a variety of representations, tools, and technology to model mathematical situations and solve meaningful problems. ®ALGEBRA I – BLENDED LEARNING 2100VY (2100 VA & VB) Grade: 9 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None This course will be delivered through a Blended Learning format. Students will meet in class face to face with the course teacher 3 days a week and the other 2 days will be completed virtually in the CHS Virtual Learning Lab. Students will study concepts such as variables, constants, expressions, and equations and will establish a connection between symbolic language and real world applications. Students will analyze situations verbally, numerically, graphically, and symbolically. Major topics include: the real number system, algebraic properties, functions and graphs, linear equations and inequalities (including systems), polynomials and factoring and an introduction to quadratic equations. Students will also use a variety of representations, tools, and technology to model mathematical situations and solve meaningful problems. ®ALGEBRA I (SHELTERED for ESL) 2110Y (2110 A & B) Grade: 9-12 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Must be in the ESL program This course is for students who are non-speakers and in their first year of school in the United States. The course content will parallel the general education Algebra I curriculum but use second language acquisition methodology.

®BASIC ALGEBRA I 2100RY (2100 RA & RB) Grade: 9-12 Level: 1 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Committee Approval This course focus is on TEKS-based number concept skills including variables, constants, expressions, and equations using a variety of tools and technology. ®APPLIED ALGEBRA I 2100LY (2100 LA & LB) Grades: 9-12 Level: 1 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Committee Approval This course focus is on functional (TEKS based) academic number concept skills including time and money skills. ®PRE-AP ALGEBRA I 2111Y (2111 A & B) Grade: 9 Level: 3 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None Students enrolled in this course will experience active, high-level learning through which they develop the skills, habits of mind, and concepts needed to succeed in college. Students will study concepts such as variables, constants, expressions, and equations and will establish a connection between symbolic language and real world applications. Students will analyze situations verbally, numerically, graphically, and symbolically. Major topics include: the real number system, algebraic properties, functions and graphs, linear equations and inequalities (including systems), polynomials and factoring and an introduction to quadratic equations. Students will also use a variety of representations, tools, and technology to model mathematical situations and solve meaningful problems. ®GEOMETRY 2200Y (2200 A & B) Grade: 9-10 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Algebra I Geometry consists of the study of geometric figures and the relationships among them. Students use spatial reasoning and geometric thinking to understand mathematical concepts, study properties and relationships having to do with size, shape, location, direction, and orientation of these figures, study the connection between geometry and the real world and use geometric ideas, relationships, and properties to solve problems. Students also solve meaningful problems by representing figures, transforming figures, and analyzing and proving relationships, and use a variety of representations, tools, and technology. ®BASIC GEOMETRY 2200RY (2200 RA & RB) Grade: 10-12 Level: 1 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Committee Approval This course focus is TEKS-based on using spatial reasoning and geometric thinking to understand geometrical figures and the relationships among them.


®APPLIED GEOMETRY 2200LY (2200 LA & LB) Grades: 10-12 Level: 1 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Committee Approval This course focus is on functional (TEKS based) geometric skills and the real world use of geometric ideas. ®PRE-AP GEOMETRY 2221Y (2221 A & B) Grade: 9-10 Level: 3 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Algebra I Students enrolled in this course will experience active, high-level learning through which they develop the skills, habits of mind, and concepts needed to succeed in college. Geometry consists of the study of geometric figures and the relationships among them. Students use spatial reasoning and geometric thinking to understand mathematical concepts, study properties and relationships having to do with size, shape, location, direction, and orientation of these figures, study the connection between geometry and the real world and use geometric ideas, relationships, and properties to solve problems. Students also solve meaningful problems by representing figures, transforming figures, and analyzing and proving relationships, and use a variety of representations, tools, and technology. ®GT PRE-AP GEOMETRY 2231Y (2231 A & B) Grade: 9-10 Level: 3 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Algebra I and GT Identification In addition to the strands and topics as defined in Pre-AP Geometry, this course is designed to support the varied learning styles and unique needs of the gifted and talented mathematics students. ®ALGEBRA II 2300Y (2300 A & B) Grade: 9-12 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Algebra I, Geometry This course expands on the topics covered in Algebra I and Geometry, providing further development of the concept of a function. Major topics include the complex number system, linear functions, systems of equations and inequalities, and conic sections. Students will use a variety of representations, tools, and technology to model mathematical situations and solve meaningful problems involving linear, quadratic, polynomial, exponential, logarithmic, and radical functions. What’s next? Foundations for College Mathematics, Pre-calculus, Statistics and Risk Management or AP Statistics ®BASIC ALGEBRA II 2300RY (2300 RA & RB) Grade: 12 Level: 1 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Committee Approval This course focus is TEKS-based use of a variety of representations to solve meaningful problems involving equations.

®APPLIED ALGEBRA II 2300LY (2300 LA & LB) Grades: 12 Level: 1 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Committee Approval This course focus is on functional use of algebraic skills to solve problems that relate to real life situations. ®PRE-AP ALGEBRA II 2331Y (2331 A & B) Grade: 9-12 Level: 3 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Algebra I, Geometry Students enrolled in this course will experience active, high-level learning through which they develop the skills, habits of mind, and concepts needed to succeed in college. This course expands on the topics covered in Algebra I and Geometry, providing further development of the concept of a function. Major topics include the complex number system, linear functions, systems of equations and inequalities, and conic sections. Students will use a variety of representations, tools, and technology to model mathematical situations and solve meaningful problems involving linear, quadratic, polynomial, exponential, logarithmic, and radical functions. What’s next? Pre-AP Pre-calculus or AP Statistics ®GT PRE-AP ALGEBRA II 2341Y (2341 A & B) Grade: 9-12 Level: 3 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Algebra I, Geometry, GT Identification Successful completion of Pre-AP Geometry is recommended. In addition to the strands and topics as defined in Pre AP Algebra II, this course is instructed at an accelerated pace and address the varied learning styles and unique needs of the gifted and talented mathematics students. What’s next? Pre-AP Pre-calculus or AP Statistics ®IB PREP ALGEBRA II 2331KY (2331 KA & KB) Grade 9-10 Level: 3 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Geometry and participation in at least two other concurrent IB Prep courses is strongly suggested This course expands on the topics covered in Algebra I and Geometry, providing further development of the concept of a function. Major topics include the complex number system, linear functions, systems of equations and inequalities, conic sections. Students will use a variety of representations, tools, and technology to model mathematical situations and solve meaningful problems involving linear, quadratic, polynomial, exponential, logarithmic, and radical functions. Elements of the IB learner profile will be supported through by striving for competence in a range of analytical and technical skills. This includes introducing students to writing skills in mathematics that will support the completion of the internal assessments required for the IB Mathematics courses as a junior and senior.


®MATHEMATICAL MODELS WITH APPLICATIONS 2251Y (2251 A & B) Grade: 10-11 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Algebra I, Geometry NOTE: THIS COURSE CANNOT BE TAKEN AFTER ALGEBRA II. This course CANNOT BE COUNTED AS ONE OF THE FOUR MATH COURSES REQUIRED FOR DAP. In this course students use mathematical models from algebra, geometry, probability and statistics to solve real-life applied problems involving money, data, chance, patterns, music, design, and science. What’s next? Algebra II ®BASIC MATH MODELS WITH APPLICATIONS 2251RY (2251 RA & RB) Grade: 11-12 Level: 1 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Committee Approval This course focus is on the use of algebraic and geometrical skills to solve real life problems. ®APPLIED MATH MODELS WITH APPLICATIONS 2251LY (2251 LA & LB) Grades: 11-12 Level: 1 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Committee Approval This course focus is on functionally using algebraic and geometrical skills to solve everyday problems. ®FOUNDATIONS FOR COLLEGE MATHEMATICS 2321Y (2321 A & B) Grade: 12 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II NOTE: THIS COURSE CANNOT BE TAKEN AFTER PRE-CALCULUS. This math course is designed for seniors and provides a bridge to college mathematics. Graphing calculator technology is integrated throughout to enhance the learning and teaching of mathematical concepts and skills, and for performing algorithms. There is reduced emphasis on the use of symbol manipulation and increased emphasis on the use of function as a central theme. For high school students desiring to go directly to work after graduation, there are many real-world connections that will be extremely useful. For college bound students, this course offers the flexibility of providing solid mathematics for future math and science courses.

®PRE-CALCULUS: PREPARATION FOR CALCULUS 2400Y (2400 A & B) Grade: 9-12 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II This course involves the study of the six trigonometric functions and their inverses, graphs, analytic geometry, and discrete mathematics. Heavy emphasis is placed on the study of polynomial, rational, and logarithmic functions. Additional units of study include conics and sequences and series. Students will use a variety of representations (graphical, symbolic, verbal, and numerical) to model functions and equations and to solve real-life problems. What’s next? AP Calculus AB or AP Calculus BC or AP Statistics ®PRE-AP PRE-CALCULUS: PREPARATION FOR CALCULUS 2441Y (2441 A & B) Grade: 9-12 Level: 3 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II Students enrolled in this course will experience active, high-level learning through which they develop the skills, habits of mind, and concepts needed to succeed in college. This course involves the study of the six trigonometric functions and their inverses, graphs, analytic geometry, and discrete mathematics. Heavy emphasis is placed on the study of polynomial, rational, and logarithmic functions. Additional units of study include conics and sequences and series. Students will use a variety of representations (graphical, symbolic, verbal, and numerical) to model functions and equations and to solve real-life problems. What’s next? AP Calculus AB or AP Calculus BC or AP Statistics ®IB PREP PRE-CALCULUS 2441KY (2441 KA & KB) Grade 10 Level: 3 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Algebra I, Geometry, and Algebra II. Participation in at least two other concurrent IB Prep courses is strongly suggested This course expands on the topics covered in Algebra II, providing further development of the concept of a function. This course involves the study of the six trigonometric functions and their inverses, graphs, analytic geometry, and discrete mathematics. Heavy emphasis is placed on the study of polynomial, rational, and logarithmic functions. Additional units of study include conics and sequences and series. Students will use a variety of representations (graphical, symbolic, verbal, and numerical) to model functions and equations and to solve real-life problems. Elements of the IB learner profile will be supported through by striving for competence in a range of analytical and technical skills. This includes introducing students to writing skills in mathematics that will support the completion of the internal assessments required for the IB Mathematics courses as a junior and senior.

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®STATISTICS and RISK MANAGEMENT 2452Y (2452 A & B) Grade: 11-12 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II Students are introduced to the major concepts and tools for collecting, analyzing, and drawing conclusions from data. This course is designed around the following themes: exploring data by observing patterns, planning a study by deciding what and how to measure, anticipating patterns in advance, producing models that use probability and statistics, and confirmation of models through statistical inference. ®AP STATISTICS 2450Y (2450 A & B) Grade: 9-12 Level: 4 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II Statistics should not be used as a replacement for Pre-calculus but as an additional course. This course prepares students for the AP Statistics exam. Students are introduced to the major concepts and tools for collecting, analyzing, and drawing conclusions from data. This course is designed around the following themes: exploring data by observing patterns, planning a study by deciding what and how to measure, anticipating patterns in advance, producing models that use probability and statistics, and confirmation of models through statistical inference. Reading requirements include text written on the college level as well as critical review of professional journal articles. ®AP CALCULUS AB 2500Y (2500 A & B) Grade: 9-12 Level: 4 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II, Pre-Calculus This course can not be taken after AP Calculus BC. Calculus is designed for the college-bound student who has completed the appropriate prerequisites and plans to enter a college program requiring a strong mathematics background. The course prepares students for the AP Calculus AB exam. Some of the topics covered include rate of change, limits, derivatives, and applications of derivatives, definite integrals, indefinite integrals, techniques of integration, and applications of the definite and indefinite integral. Reading requirements include text written on the college level. ®AP CALCULUS BC 2501Y (2501 A & B) Grade: 9-12 Level: 4 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II, Pre-Calculus The course prepares students for the AP Calculus BC exam. This course includes all the topics covered in Calculus AB along with such topics as arc length and surfaces of revolution, work, trigonometric integrals, sequences and series, Taylor and Maclaurin polynomials and series, derivatives of parametric equations, differentiation and integration of vector-valued functions, partial derivatives and additional integration techniques. Reading requirements include text written on the college level.

® AP COMPUTER SCIENCE 7203Y (7203 A & B) Grades: 10-12 Level: 4 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Pre-AP Computer Science and Geometry (Programming Language: Java) This class will provide you the elements of computer hardware and software and their roles in a computer system at an AP level. You will gain an understanding of the concept of an algorithm (a step-by-step sequence of instructions) and be able to implement algorithms using if-else statement and loops. You will learn the key OOP (Object-Oriented Programming) concepts: classes and objects, inheritance and event-driven computations. You will also learn common sorting and searching algorithms: Sequential Search and Binary Search, and Selection Sort, Insertion Sort and Mergesort, one- and two-dimensional arrays, ArrayLists and many more. All of the above allow you to acquire skills in designing software solutions to problems from various application areas. This course will also prepare you to take the AP Computer Science exam in May. This course also satisfies the required 4th year of mathematics when taken after Algebra II for the Recommended Graduation Plan only.


SCIENCE The sequencing of Science courses is:

9th Grade: Biology 10th Grade: Chemistry or Physics 11th Grade: Chemistry or Physics

®BIOLOGY 3100Y (3100 A & B) Grade: 9-11 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None Biology is the study of life. Students will study what living organisms are and how they interact within their environments. The course of study includes biochemistry, genetics, heredity, evolution, taxonomy, and ecology. Through the study of biology, students will design scientific investigations, apply problem solving strategies, and make informed decisions concerning biological issues What’s next? Conceptual Physics, Pre-AP Conceptual Physics, Chemistry or Pre- AP Chemistry ®BIOLOGY – BLENDED LEARNING 3100VY (3100 VA & VB) Grade: 9-11 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None This course will be delivered through a Blended Learning format. Students will meet in class face to face with the course teacher 3 days a week and the other 2 days will be completed virtually in the CHS Virtual Learning Lab. Biology is the study of life. Students will study what living organisms are and how they interact within their environments. The course of study includes biochemistry, genetics, heredity, evolution, taxonomy, and ecology. Through the study of biology, students will design scientific investigations, apply problem solving strategies, and make informed decisions concerning biological issues What’s next? Conceptual Physics, Pre-AP Conceptual Physics, Chemistry or Pre- AP Chemistry ®BIOLOGY (SHELTERED FOR ESL) 3110Y (3110 A & B) Grade: 9-12 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Must be in the ESL program This course is for students who are non-speakers and in their first year of school in the United States. The course content will parallel the general education Biology curriculum but use second language acquisition methodology. ®BASIC BIOLOGY 3100RY (3100 RA & RB) Grade: 9-12 Level: 1 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Committee Approval The focus is on basic biology concepts including cell functions, genetics, and classification of life forms including body systems.

®APPLIED BIOLOGY 3100LY (3100 LA & LB) Grade: 9-12 Level: 1 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Committee Approval The focus is on basic biology concepts including cell functions, genetics, and classification of life forms including body systems. ®PRE-AP BIOLOGY 3111Y (3111 A & B) Grade: 9-11 Level: 3 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None Biology is the study of life. Students will study what living organisms are and how they interact within their environments. The course of study includes biochemistry, genetics, heredity, evolution, taxonomy and ecology. Through the study of biology, students will design scientific investigations, apply problem solving strategies, and make informed decisions concerning biological issues. Pre-AP strategies emphasizing critical thinking and advanced lab skills will be utilized in order to prepare students for future AP and IB science courses. http://goo.gl/NPwjH What’s next? Conceptual Physics, Pre-AP Conceptual Physics, AP Physics B, Chemistry, or Pre-AP Chemistry ®PRE-AP BIOLOGY – BLENDED LEARNING 3111VY (3111 VA & VB) Grade: 9-11 Level: 3 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None This course will be delivered through a Blended Learning format. Students will meet in class face to face with the course teacher 3 days a week and the other 2 days will be completed virtually in the CHS Virtual Learning Lab. Biology is the study of life. Students will study what living organisms are and how they interact within their environments. The course of study includes biochemistry, genetics, heredity, evolution, taxonomy and ecology. Through the study of biology, students will design scientific investigations, apply problem solving strategies, and make informed decisions concerning biological issues. Pre-AP strategies emphasizing critical thinking and advanced lab skills will be utilized in order to prepare students for future AP and IB science courses. http://goo.gl/NPwjH What’s next? Conceptual Physics, Pre-AP Conceptual Physics, AP Physics B, Chemistry, or Pre-AP Chemistry

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®GT PRE-AP BIOLOGY 3115Y (3115 A & B) Grade: 9-11 Level: 3 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: GT Identification Biology is the study of life. Students will study what living organisms are and how they interact within their environments. The course of study includes biochemistry, genetics, heredity, evolution, taxonomy and ecology. Through the study of biology, students will design scientific investigations, apply problem solving strategies, and make informed decisions concerning biological issues. Pre-AP strategies emphasizing critical thinking and advanced lab skills as well as appropriate differentiation for gifted learners will be utilized in order to prepare students for future AP, IB and GT science courses. What’s Next? Conceptual Physics, Pre-AP Conceptual Physics, AP Physics B, Chemistry, Pre-AP Chemistry or AP Biology/Pre-AP Chemistry block ®AP BIOLOGY 3121Y (3121 A & B) Grade: 10-12 Level: 4 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Biology and Chemistry (if in 10th, must have concurrent enrollment in Pre-AP Chemistry) Recommended: Prior successful completion of a previous Pre-AP science course. AP Biology is a rigorous college-level course that explores previously introduced concepts at a greater depth. Advanced labs with data analysis and critical thinking are integral parts of the course. Some required labs will be conducted outside of the normal school day. AP Biology may only be taken in 10th grade if the student has taken PAP Biology and is in PAP Chemistry concurrently. Course includes a one-time $10 fee for laboratory supplies. ®CONCEPTUAL PHYSICS 3411Y (3411 A & B) Grade: 10-11 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Algebra I The focus of conceptual physics is on critical thinking with some mathematical problem solving at the algebra level. Equations are used as guides to thinking. Topics of study include force, motion, waves, energy, electricity, magnetism and modern physics. What’s next? Chemistry, Pre-AP Chemistry or a 4th year science course if student has already completed courses in Biology and Chemistry ®BASIC CONCEPTUAL PHYSICS 3411RY (3411RA & RB) Grade: 10-12 Level: 1 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Committee Approval The focus is on forms of energy including light, sound, motion and simple machines.

®APPLIED CONCEPTUAL PHYSICS 3411LY (3411 LA & LB) Grade: 10-12 Level: 1 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Committee Approval The focus is on forms of energy including light, sound, motion and simple machines. ®PRE-AP CONCEPTUAL PHYSICS 3414Y (3414 A & B) Grade: 9-11 Level: 3 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Algebra I The focus of conceptual physics is on critical thinking and mathematical problem solving. Equations are used as guides to thinking. Topics of study include force, motion, waves, energy, electricity, magnetism and modern physics. Pre-AP strategies are utilized to prepare students for future enrollment in AP and IB science courses. What’s next? Chemistry, Pre-AP Chemistry or a 4th year science course if student has already completed courses in Biology and Chemistry ®AP PHYSICS B 3430Y (3430 A & B) Grade: 10-12 Level: 4 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II Recommended: Concurrent enrollment in Pre-calculus and prior successful completion of a Pre-AP science course. The AP Physics B course includes topics in both classical and modern physics. An understanding of algebra and basic trigonometry is required for the course; the basic ideas of calculus may be introduced in connection with physical concepts, such as acceleration and work. Understanding of basic principles involved and the ability to apply these principles in the solution of problems are the major goals of this course. ®GT AP PHYSICS B 3432Y (3432 A & B) Grade: 10-12 Level: 4 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II and GT Identification Recommended: Concurrent enrollment in Pre-calculus and prior successful completion of a Pre-AP science course. The AP Physics B course includes topics in both classical and modern physics. An understanding of algebra and basic trigonometry is required for the course; the basic ideas of calculus may be introduced in connection with physical concepts, such as acceleration and work. Understanding of basic principles involved and the ability to apply these principles in the solution of problems are the major goals of this course. The course includes appropriate differentiation for gifted learners.

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®AP PHYSICS C 3431Y (3431 A & B) Grade: 11-12 Level: 4 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Pre-Calculus and a prior Physics course Recommended: previous or concurrent enrollment in Calculus. This is a college level general physics course for science/engineering students. Fundamental physics topics are taught in depth with an emphasis on calculus-based problems. Advanced lab investigations involving independent data analysis and study are a major part of this course. ®CHEMISTRY 3311Y (3311 A & B) Grade: 10-12 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Algebra I and one credit of high school science The course is designed to provide a lab approach to the study of matter with an emphasis on problem solving and mathematical applications. Students study a variety of topics that include characteristics of matter, chemical bonding, stoichiometry, gas laws, solutions, thermochemistry and nuclear chemistry. What’s next? Physics, Pre-AP or AP Physics or a 4th year science course if have already completed courses in Biology and Physics ®BASIC CHEMISTRY 3311RY (3311 RA &RB) Grade: 11-12 Level: 1 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Committee Approval The focus is on a lab approach to the study of matter including properties of elements, identifying trends on the periodic table and chemical reactions. ®APPLIED CHEMISTRY 3311LY (3311 LA & LB) Grade: 11-12 Level: 1 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Committee Approval The focus is on a lab approach to the study of matter including properties of elements, identifying trends on the periodic table and chemical reactions. ®PRE-AP CHEMISTRY 3321Y (3321 A & B) Grade: 10-12 Level: 3 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Algebra I and one credit of high school science This course is designed to provide the advanced science student with an enriched and expanded chemistry curriculum utilizing Pre-AP strategies in preparation for enrollment in AP chemistry. Emphasis is on mathematical applications, lab techniques, and critical thinking.

®GT PRE-AP CHEMISTRY 3321Y (3321 A & B) Grade: 10-12 Level: 3 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Algebra I and one credit of high school science; GT identification This course is designed to provide the advanced science student with an enriched and expanded chemistry curriculum utilizing Pre-AP strategies in preparation for enrollment in AP chemistry. Emphasis is on mathematical applications, lab techniques, and critical thinking. Pre-AP strategies emphasizing critical thinking and advanced lab skills as well as appropriate differentiation for gifted learners will be utilized in order to prepare students for future AP, IB, and GT science courses. ®AP CHEMISTRY 3331Y (3331 A & B) Grade: 11-12 Level: 4 Credit: 1.0 Prerequisite: Chemistry, and Algebra I NOTE: This course requires additional lab time outside of the normal school day. This is a college level chemistry course for science/engineering students. Fundamental chemistry topics are taught in depth with an emphasis on calculation and critical thinking. Advanced lab investigations involving independent data analysis and study are a major part of the course. Prior enrollment in Pre-AP chemistry is recommended.

ADDITIONAL SCIENCE COURSES The following may be taken as a fourth science credit or as an elective.

®ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY 3820Y (3820 A & B) Grade: 11-12 Level: 3 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Biology and one additional science credit Students conduct laboratory investigations and fieldwork, use scientific methods during investigations, and make informed decisions using critical thinking and problem solving. Topics are presented though an integration of biology, chemistry, and physics. Students in Anatomy and Physiology of Human Systems study the structures and functions of the human body and body systems and investigate the body’s responses to forces, maintenance of homeostasis, electrical interactions, transport systems, and energy processes. This course includes at least 40% laboratory investigation and fieldwork using appropriate scientific inquiry. Course includes a one time $10 fee for laboratory specimens.


®AQUATIC SCIENCE 3501Y (3501 A & B) Grade: 11-12 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Biology and one additional science credit This is a lab/project oriented course that focuses on the physical and biological characteristics of the earth’s freshwater and marine ecosystems. Field studies and field trips are conducted to enhance the Aquatic Science curriculum. Topics include the properties of water, water’s effect on climate, how water shapes the earth, aquatic ecosystems, environmental issues related to freshwater systems and oceans, technology used in aquatic field studies, and organism adaptations to aquatic ecosystems. Students will construct, maintain and monitor aquatic ecosystems including an aquarium. http://goo.gl/uHLgH ®AP ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE 3502Y (3502 A & B) Grade: 10-12 Level: 4 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Algebra I, Biology, one credit of a physical science (physics, chemistry or IPC) APES may only be taken in 10th grade if the student has taken Biology and is in PAP Chemistry concurrently. Prior enrollment in a Pre-AP science course recommended. This is a college level, interdisciplinary course which provides students with the scientific principles, concepts and methodologies required to understand the interrelationships of the natural world, to identify and analyze environmental problems both natural and human-made, to evaluate the relative risks associated with these problems, and to examine alternative solutions for resolving and/or preventing them. http://goo.gl/SKdv6 ®EARTH AND SPACE SCIENCE (ESS) 3504Y (3504 A & B) Grade: 11-12 Level: 3 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Biology, Chemistry, Algebra I, and Geometry. This course is a capstone course that builds on prior scientific knowledge and skills to provide high school students an understanding of the Earth System, its cycles, and 21st Century issues the planet faces. In this year-long course students will learn the basics and special topics of astronomy, geology, oceanography, and meteorology through relevant, real-world problems. Students will acquire, process, and analyze scientific data, collaborate with peers, and present solutions through the use of technology. Field trips and camping trips will allow students to examine authentic situations extending beyond the boundaries of the classroom. http://goo.gl/SSgD4

®BASIC EARTH AND SPACE SCIENCE 3504RY (3504 RA & RB) Grade: 11-12 Level: 1 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Committee Approval The focus is a hands on approach introducing students to the physical world around them. Concepts include the earth as part of the solar system, the solid properties of earth including rocks and minerals, the fluid properties of earth including the oceans and management of the earth including the oceans and management of the earth’s resources as they relate to the 21st century. http://goo.gl/SSgD4 ®APPLIED EARTH AND SPACE SCIENCE 3504LY (3504 LA & LB) Grade: 11-12 Level: 1 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Committee Approval The focus is on a hands on approach introducing students to the physical world around them. Concepts include the earth as part of the solar system, the solid properties of earth including rocks and minerals, the fluid properties of earth including the oceans and management of the earth including the oceans and management of the earth’s resources as they relate to the 21st century. http://goo.gl/SSgD4 ®ASTRONOMY 3512Y (3512 A & B) Grade: 11-12 Level: 3 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Biology and one additional science credit Astronomy is a level 3 capstone course designed to build on students' prior scientific and academic knowledge and skills to develop understanding of Earth's place in space and time through the discovery of objects in the sky. Objects studied include our Moon, our Sun and other stars, the planets of our Solar System, and the Milky Way and other galaxies. The class will meet at CHS in the daytime as a regular 50 minute class, Monday through Friday. 30% of the course will involve using and analyzing information with Starry Night software in a computer lab setting. In addition, learners will be required to meet at the high school from 8-10 pm periodically for observations of the night sky using telescopes. http://goo.gl/rXmof

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®ENVIRONMENTAL SYSTEMS 3231Y (3231 A & B) Grade: 11-12 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Biology and one credit of physical science (physics, chemistry or IPC) The Environmental Systems course focuses on a variety of environmental topics such as habitats, ecosystems, biomes, interrelationships among resources within an environmental system, sources and flow of energy within an environmental system and the relationship between carrying capacity and changes in populations within ecosystems and man’s impact on environmental systems. ®FORENSIC SCIENCE 3807Y (3807 A & B) Grade: 11-12 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Biology and Chemistry This is a course that uses a structured and scientific approach to the investigation of crimes of assault, abuse and neglect, domestic violence, accidental death, homicide. Students will learn terminology and investigative procedures related to crime scene, truth detection, and scientific procedures used to solve crimes. Using scientific methods, students will collect and analyze evidence through case studies and simulated crime scenes such as fingerprint analysis, ballistics, and blood spatter analysis. Students will learn the legal aspects and career options for forensic science.


SOCIAL STUDIES ®WORLD GEOGRAPHY STUDIES 4100Y (4100 A & B) Grade: 9-12 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None Students examine a variety of sources to develop and demonstrate an understanding of the fundamentals of world patterns, including cultural, political, historical, and economic characteristics. ®WORLD GEOGRAPHY STUDIES – BLENDED LEARNING 4100VY (4100 VA & VB) Grade: 9-12 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None This course will be delivered through a Blended Learning format. Students will meet in class face to face with the course teacher 3 days a week and the other 2 days will be completed virtually in the CHS Virtual Learning Lab. Students examine a variety of sources to develop and demonstrate an understanding of the fundamentals of world patterns, including cultural, political, historical, and economic characteristics. ®BASIC WORLD GEOGRAPHY STUDIES 4100RY (4100 RA & RB) Grade: 9-12 Level: 1 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Committee Approval Students focus on identifying basic geographical terms, customs of different cultures and basic map skills. ®APPLIED WORLD GEOGRAPHY STUDIES 4100LY (4100 LA & LB) Grade: 9-12 Level: 1 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Committee Approval Students focus on identifying basic geographical terms, customs of different cultures and basic map skills. ®PRE-AP WORLD GEOGRAPHY STUDIES 4111Y (4111 A & B) Grade: 9-12 Level: 3 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None Students examine a variety of historical documents to develop and demonstrate an understanding of the fundamentals of world patterns, including cultural, political, historical, and economic characteristics. Pre-AP courses are designed for students with strong reading, writing, and analytical skills and should be taken in preparation for enrolling in future Advanced Placement courses.

®AP HUMAN GEOGRAPHY-BLENDED LEARNING 4340VY (4340 VA & VB) Grade: 9-12 Level: 4 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None This course will be delivered through a Blended Learning format. Students will meet in class face to face with the course teacher 3 days a week and the other 2 days will be completed virtually in the CHS Virtual Learning Lab. This course meets the World Geography requirement. Curriculum taught at the college level and based on combination of College Board and state geography standards. Learners will engage in the "systematic study of patterns and processes that have shaped human understanding, use and alteration of Earth's surface." Learners will split time between the traditional classroom setting and an integrated lab to encourage learner-centered instruction through the Blended Learning model. Incredibly demanding content intended for students who possess necessary critical reading, writing, and analytical skills. ®WORLD HISTORY STUDIES 4200Y (4200 A & B) Grade: 10-12 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None Students continue to develop and demonstrate an understanding of world history, geography, economics, government & citizenship, and culture and society from the earliest times to the present. Students will research, analyze, and evaluate a variety of sources to deepen their understanding of the concepts, events, and issues in world history. ®BASIC WORLD HISTORY STUDIES 4200RY (4200 RA & RB) Grade: 9-12 Level: 1 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Committee Approval Students focus on historical, cultural, economic trends of the world. ®APPLIED WORLD HISTORY STUDIES 4200LY (4200 LA & LB) Grade: 9-12 Level: 1 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Committee Approval Students focus on historical, cultural, economic trends of the world. ®WORLD HISTORY STUDIES (SHELTERED for ESL) 4210Y (4210 A & B) Grade: 9-12 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Must be in the ESL Program This course is for students who are non-speakers and in their first year of school in the United States. The course content will parallel the general education World History curriculum but use second language acquisition methodology.


®PRE-AP WORLD HISTORY STUDIES 4221Y (4221 A & B) Grade: 10-12 Level: 3 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None Students continue to develop and demonstrate an understanding of world history, geography, economics, government & citizenship, and culture and society from the earliest times to the present. Students will research, analyze, and evaluate a variety of historical documents to deepen their understanding of the concepts, events, and issues in world history. Pre-AP courses are designed for students with strong reading, writing, and analytical skills and should be taken in preparation for enrolling in future Advanced Placement courses. ®IB PREP WORLD HISTORY STUDIES 4221KY (4221 KA & KB) Grade 10 Level: 3 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None, but participation in at least two other concurrent IB Prep courses is strongly suggested Students will study the development of the history of the world including its geography, economics, government, culture & society from the earliest times to the present. Students will research, analyze, & evaluate a variety of historical documents to deepen their understanding of the concepts, events, & issues in world history. This course will incorporate the IB learner profile for students to begin to develop the habits of mind for the IB program. This will involve a greater depth of historical examination into the more nuanced aspects of historical study that not only relates the details of the specific content but also their larger interrelated context of why they were, what was a part of them, & their significance. ®IB PREP AP WORLD HISTORY STUDIES 4231KY (4231 KA & KB) Grade 10 Level: 4 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None, but participation in at least two other concurrent IB Prep courses is strongly suggested This course includes the characteristics outlined in the description for AP World History Studies, and students will complete the course prepared to take the AP World History Exam. It will concurrently involve an approach to prepare the student for skills and objectives mandated for the IB History of the Americas courses. These include the development of comprehensive free-response writing skills, inquiry-based research skills, and an understanding of the philosophy of history. Selected topics will be examined for greater depth of understanding. Interdisciplinary approaches may be incorporated. Strong reading and writing skills are recommended.

®AP WORLD HISTORY STUDIES 4231Y (4231 A & B) Grade: 10-12 Level: 4 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None Students will continue to develop and demonstrate an understanding of global processes and interactions that have shaped the history of the world over time. As outlined in the College Board description for AP courses, students in this course will “engage with the dynamics of continuity and change across the historical periods” beginning with the Foundations (8000 B.C.) through the present to “analyze the processes and causes involved in these continuities and changes.” Strong reading and writing skills as well as strong analytical and problem solving skills are necessary for success in this course. ®AP WORLD HISTORY STUDIES-BLENDED LEARNING 4231VY (4231 VA & VB) Grade: 10-12 Level: 4 Credit: 1 This course will be delivered through a Blended Learning format. Students will meet in class face to face with the course teacher 3 days a week and the other 2 days will be completed virtually in the CHS Virtual Learning Lab. Learners will continue to develop and demonstrate an understanding of global processes and interactions that have shaped the history of the world over time. As outlined in the College Board description for AP courses, learners in this course will “engage with the dynamics of continuity and change across the historical periods” beginning with the Foundations (8000 B.C.) through the present to “analyze the processes and causes involved in these continuities and changes.” Learners will split time between the traditional classroom setting and an integrated lab to encourage learner-centered instruction through the Blended Learning model. Strong reading and writing skills as well as strong analytical and problem solving skills are necessary for success in this course. ®GT AP WORLD HISTORY STUDIES 4241Y (4241 A & B) Grade: 10-12 Level: 4 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: GT Identification Students will continue to develop and demonstrate an understanding of global processes and interactions that have shaped the history of the world over time. As outlined in the College Board description for AP courses, students in this course will “engage with the dynamics of continuity and change across the historical periods” beginning with the Foundations (8000 B.C.) through the present to “analyze the processes and causes involved in these continuities and changes.” Strong reading and writing skills as well as strong analytical and problem solving skills are necessary for success in this course. This course includes appropriate differentiation for gifted students.


®IB PREP AP WORLD HISTORY STUDIES 4231KY (4231 KA & KB) Grade 10 Level: 4 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None, but participation in at least two other concurrent IB Prep courses is strongly suggested This course includes the characteristics outlined in the description for AP World History Studies, and students will complete the course prepared to take the AP World History Exam. It will concurrently involve an approach to prepare the student for skills and objectives mandated for the IB History of the Americas courses. These include the development of comprehensive free-response writing skills, inquiry-based research skills, and an understanding of the philosophy of history. Selected topics will be examined for greater depth of understanding. Interdisciplinary approaches may be incorporated. Strong reading and writing skills are recommended. ®U. S. HISTORY STUDIES SINCE RECONSTRUCTION 4300Y (4300 A & B) Grade: 11-12 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None Students examine a variety of sources to develop and demonstrate an understanding of the political, economic and social events and issues related to the history of the United States since Reconstruction to the present. ®BASIC U. S. HISTORY STUDIES SINCE RECONSTRUCTION 4300RY (4300 RA & RB) Grade: 9-12 Level: 1 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Committee Approval Students focus on the major individual events that shaped U.S. History. ®APPLIED U. S. HISTORY STUDIES SINCE RECONSTRUCTION 4300LY (4300 LA & LB) Grade: 9-12 Level: 1 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Committee Approval Students focus on the major individual events that shaped U.S. History. ®AP UNITED STATES HISTORY 4311Y (4311 A & B) Grade: 11-12 Level: 4 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None Students will develop and demonstrate an understanding of U.S. history from the Age of Exploration and Discovery to the present. As outlined in the College Board description for AP courses, students in this course will examine a variety of historical material and “weigh the evidence and interpretations presented in historical scholarship,” thus developing “the skills necessary to arrive at conclusions on the basis of an informed judgment and to present reasons and evidence clearly and persuasively in essay format.” Strong reading and writing skills as well as strong analytical and problem solving skills are necessary for success in this course.

®AP UNITED STATES HISTORY-BLENDED LEARNING 4311VY (4311 VA & VB) Grade: 11-12 Level: 4 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None This course will be delivered through a Blended Learning format. Students will meet in class face to face with the course teacher 3 days a week and the other 2 days will be completed virtually in the CHS Virtual Learning Lab. Students will develop and demonstrate an understanding of U.S. history from the Age of Exploration and Discovery to the present. As outlined in the College Board description for AP courses, students in this course will examine a variety of historical material and “weigh the evidence and interpretations presented in historical scholarship,” thus developing “the skills necessary to arrive at conclusions on the basis of an informed judgment and to present reasons and evidence clearly and persuasively in essay format.” Strong reading and writing skills as well as strong analytical and problem solving skills are necessary for success in this course. ®GOVERNMENT 4400V Grade: 11-12 Level: 2 Credit: 0.5 Prerequisite: None This course will be delivered through a Virtual Environment facilitated by a Coppell High School educator. Students will use a variety of primary and secondary source material to further develop and demonstrate their understanding of the structure, function, and powers of government at the national, state, and local levels. Learners will be required to attend a small group class meeting 1 day each week. Based on Learner performance/progress, additional class meetings/tutorial sessions may be required by the educator. The other 4 days of class will be completed virtually either at home or in a CHS Virtual Learning area. ®BASIC GOVERNMENT 4400R Grade: 11-12 Level: 1 Credit: 0.5 Prerequisite: Committee Approval Students focus on basic government systems as well as the rights and responsibilities of U.S. citizenship. ®APPLIED GOVERNMENT 4400L Grade: 11-12 Level: 1 Credit: 0.5 Prerequisite: Committee Approval Students focus on basic government systems as well as the rights and responsibilities of U.S. citizenship.


®AP U.S. GOVERNMENT 4440 Grade: 11-12 Level: 4 Credit: 0.5 Prerequisite: None Students will develop and demonstrate an understanding of the concepts of the U.S. government and politics. As outlined in the College Board description for AP courses, students in this course will investigate “patterns of political processes and behavior and their consequence” and “analyze relevant theories and concepts, apply them appropriately, and develop their connections across the curriculum.” Strong reading and writing skills as well as strong analytical and problem solving skills are necessary for success in this course. http://goo.gl/FJfBd ®AP COMPARATIVE GOVERNMENT 4430 Grade: 11-12 Level: 4 Credit: 0.5 Prerequisite: Government or AP Government Students will develop and demonstrate an understanding of comparative political concepts, themes and generalizations in the development of governments around the world. As outlined in the College Board description for AP courses, students in this course will examine and analyze “the rich differences in processes and policy outcomes” and the “importance of political and economic changes.” Strong reading and writing skills as well as strong analytical and problem solving skills are necessary for success in this course. ®ECONOMICS/FREE ENTERPRISE 4410V Grade: 11-12 Level: 2 Credit: 0.5 Prerequisite: None This course will be delivered through a Virtual Environment facilitated by a Coppell High School educator. Students will focus on economics with an emphasis on the free enterprise system and its benefits, developing and demonstrating their understanding of the principles of the U.S. economic system in comparison to other international economic systems. Learners will be required to attend a small group class meeting 1 day each week. Based on Learner performance/progress, additional class meetings/tutorial sessions may be required by the educator. The other 4 days of class will be completed virtually either at home or in a CHS Virtual Learning area. ®BASIC ECONOMICS/FREE ENTERPRISE 4410R Grade: 11-12 Level: 1 Credit: 0.5 Prerequisite: Committee Approval Students focus on consumer economics. ®APPLIED ECONOMICS/FREE ENTERPRISE 4410L Grade: 11-12 Level: 1 Credit: 0.5 Prerequisite: Committee Approval Students focus on consumer economics.

®AP MACROECONOMICS 4450 Grade: 11-12 Level: 4 Credit: 0.5 Prerequisite: None Students will engage in an in-depth study of the U.S. Free Enterprise System on the national level. As outlined in the College Board description for AP courses, students in this course “will develop and demonstrate their understanding of the principles of economics as a whole” with a “particular emphasis on the study of national income and price-level determination” as well as “the financial sector, stabilization policies, economic growth and international economics.” Strong reading and writing skills as well as strong analytical and problem solving skills are necessary for success in this course. ®AP MICROECONOMICS 4455 Grade: 11-12 Level: 4 Credit: 0.5 Prerequisite: None It is recommended that AP Macroeconomics is completed prior to Microeconomics. This course is an in-depth study of the US Free Enterprise System as it relates to business decisions. As outlined in the College Board description for AP courses, students in this course will develop and demonstrate their understanding of the principles of economics. It focuses on the unique characteristics of the different types of markets. Advanced Placement courses are in-depth studies that are challenging and equivalent to a freshman college level course. Very strong reading and writing skills are necessary for success in this course, as are strong analytical and problem solving skills.

SOCIAL STUDIES ELECTIVES ®AP EUROPEAN HISTORY 4375Y (4375 A & B) Grade: 11-12 Level: 4 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None Students will develop and demonstrate an understanding of the principle themes in modern European history, ability to analyze historical evidence and historical interpretation, and ability to express historical understanding in writing as they explore the cultural, economic, political, and social developments that played a fundamental role in shaping the world in which they live. As outlined in the College Board description for AP courses, students in this course will develop and demonstrate their understanding of the "context for understanding the development of contemporary institutions, the role of continuity and the change in present-day society and politics, and the evolution of current forms of artistic expression and intellectual discourse. "Strong reading and writing skills as well as strong analytical and problem solving skills are necessary for success in this course.

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PSYCHOLOGY 4510 Grade: 10-12 Level: 2 Credit: 0.5 Prerequisite: None Students will develop and demonstrate their understanding of human behavior dynamics, group processes, and individual differences. ®AP PSYCHOLOGY 4550Y (4550 A & B) Grade: 10-12 Level: 4 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None Students will develop and demonstrate understanding the systematic and scientific study of the behavior and mental processes of human beings and other animals. As outlined in the College Board description of AP courses, students in this course will explore “psychological facts, principles, and phenomena associated with psychology” as well as the “ethics and methods psychologists use in their science and practice.” Strong reading and writing skills as well as strong analytical and problem solving skills are necessary for success in this course. SOCIOLOGY 4520 Grade: 10-12 Level: 2 Credit: 0.5 Prerequisite: None Students will develop an understanding of fundamental characteristics of social groups and analyze how they function in society. They will also demonstrate their understanding of topical issues including crime, delinquency, racism, gender and family dynamics. PHILOSOPHY 4525 Grade: 11-12 Level: 2 Credit: 0.5 Prerequisite: None Students will develop and demonstrate understanding of ideas that have formed Western assumptions concerning values and reality as well as the historical development of philosophy from an emphasis on metaphysics and ethics. In addition, students will examine Eastern philosophy and its unique perspective. Strong reading and discussion skills are necessary for success.

SOCIAL STUDIES ADVANCED STUDIES SUPPORTIVE PEER RELATIONSHIP COURSES PEER TUTOR: APPLIED COURSES 4601Y (4601 A & B) Grade: 10-12 Level: 2 Credit: 0.5-1 Prerequisite: CHS Teacher Approval The supportive peers will assist an individual student or a small group of students with special needs in a general education class or in the special education classroom. Students will receive confidentiality training and sign a confidentiality statement. Peer tutors are encouraged to develop and maintain positive relationships outside of class. A culminating project or paper will be required at the end of the semester. PEER TUTOR: P.E. PARTNERS 4602Y (4602 A & B) Grade: 10-12 Level: 2 Credit: 0.5-1 Prerequisite: CHS Teacher Approval The supportive peers will assist an individual student or a small group of students with special needs in a general education PE classroom. Students will receive confidentiality training and sign a confidentiality statement. Peer tutors are encouraged to develop and maintain positive relationships outside of class. A reflection paper is required at the end of the semester. http://goo.gl/HkLeA

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FINE ARTS - ART Students who need assistance with art lab fees, please see your counselor. Students participating in the Regional Visual Arts Scholastic Event may receive a DAP measure for completing an independent work of art , entering the work of art, completing the interview process and receiving a rating of 3 or 4. Students may enter up to two works of art for a fee of $15.00 per entry. Registration fees and deadlines are in January, and the Regional VASE contest in February. ART I 6311Y (6311 A & B) Grade: 9-12 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None Course Fees & Materials: Art Kit (minimum$55) will be sold through the art department when school begins, student will be informed of the kit price through the art teacher) Art I is an introductory studio course providing students with experience in a variety of media. This course provides students with a foundation in drawing, 2-D and 3-D design, painting, printmaking, and ceramics. Critical analysis, historical and cultural references, and personal expression are an ongoing part of this course. Students will complete a sketchbook assignment each week for homework in addition to in-class work. ART I PRE-AP 6336Y (6336 A & B) This satisfies an Art I credit Grade: 9-12 Level: 3 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None Course Fees & Materials: Art Kit (minimum $55) Art I – Pre AP is an introductory studio course providing students with experience in a variety of mediums. The pace of the course is more rigorous and requires more independence than Art 1. It is designed to prepare students to enter upper level art classes, Art 2-Pre AP and the AP Portfolio courses. This course provides students with a foundation in drawing, 2-D and 3-D design, painting, printmaking, and ceramics. Critical analysis, historical and cultural references, and personal expression are an ongoing part of this course. Students will research and develop independent projects. Students will complete a sketchbook assignment each week for homework in addition to in class work.

ART II PRE-AP 6321Y (6321 A & B) Grade: 9-12 Level: 3 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Art I or Art I Pre-AP Course Fees & Materials: Art Kit (minimum $55) will be sold through the art department when school begins, student will be informed of the kit price through the art teacher This course is the prerequisite for AP Studio Art courses. This course is designed to further develop the skills, knowledge and concepts introduced in Art I. Students will explore increasingly complicated and challenging processes, media and concepts. This course will prepare students to enter the AP Portfolio classes. Critical analysis, historical and cultural references, independent research and personal expression are an ongoing part of this course. Students will complete an independent research project each semester. Students will complete a sketchbook assignment each week for homework in addition to in-class work. ART II-CERAMICS 6325Y (6325 A & B) Grade: 9-12 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Art I or Art I Pre-AP Course Fees & Materials: Art Kit (minimum $55) will be sold through the art department when school begins, student will be informed of the kit price through the art teacher) Art II Ceramics is an exploration of three-dimensional design through the medium of clay. Students will explore the history of ceramics as it relates to the process of hand-built and wheel-thrown functional and sculptural forms and surfaces. Students will complete a sketchbook assignment each week for homework in addition to class work. Sketchbook assignments are a planning tool for works that will be created in class. This class will prepare students to enter the AP 3-D Design Portfolio. ART II-DRAWING 6324Y (6324 A & B) Grade: 9-12 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Art I or Art I Pre-AP Course Fees & Materials: Art Kit (minimum $60) will be sold through the art department when school begins, student will be informed of the kit price through the art teacher) This course concentrates on improving drawing skills while introducing new media and techniques. Subject matter will include life drawing, linear perspective, figures and landscapes. Historical and aesthetic study will cover artists from a variety of periods and styles. Students will complete a sketchbook assignment each week for homework in addition to in-class work.

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ART II-PAINTING 6323Y (6323 A & B) Grade: 9-12 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Art I or Art I Pre-AP Course Fees & Materials: Art Kit (minimum $60) will be sold through the art department when school begins, student will be informed of the kit price through the art teacher) Art II Painting concentrates on exploring and improving painting skills and techniques with acrylic, watercolor, and oil paint. Students will complete a sketchbook assignment each week for homework in addition to in-class work. ART II-DIGITAL ART AND ANIMATION 6322Y (6322 A & B) Grade: 9-12 Level: 2 Credit: 1.5 Prerequisite: Art I or Art I Pre-AP Course Fees & Materials: Art Kit (minimum $40) will be sold through the art department when school begins, student will be informed of the kit price through the art teacher) Students will explore art and graphic design through the use of electronic media using the Adobe Creative Suite CS6. Students will design original artwork traditionally and electronically, emphasizing the elements of art and principles of design. Critical analysis, historical and cultural references, independent research, and personal expression are an ongoing part of this course. Artwork will be scanned and manipulated using a variety of programs and digital cameras. Real world graphic design challenges will be the focus with a unit in the second semester introducing electronic animation. A sketchbook assignment will be completed each week for homework in addition to class work. Digital Art and Animation students will earn an additional 0.5 Professional Communication credit which satisfies the Speech requirement for graduation within the curriculum of the course. ART III-CERAMICS 6330Y (6330 A & B) Grade: 10-12 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Art II Ceramics Course Fees & Materials: Art Kit (minimum $55) will be sold through the art department when school begins, student will be informed of the kit price through the art teacher) The supply kit from the previous Art II Ceramics course is also required. If students do not keep it they will be required to purchase a new tool kit. The cost of the kit also includes the purchase of clay. Art III Ceramics is a deeper exploration of and research into functional and sculptural ceramic forms and surfaces, as well as other sculptural media. This class will create works that are suited for the Breadth section of the AP 3-D Design Portfolio. A weekly sketchbook assignment is required for homework in addition to class work.

ART III-DRAWING 6329Y (6329 A & B) Grade: 10-12 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Art II Drawing Course Fees & Materials: Art Kit (minimum $60) will be sold through the art department when school begins, student will be informed of the kit price through the art teacher) Students in Art III Drawing will further explore the media of pencil, colored pencil, chalk, charcoal, ink, etc. to fine tune skills in their particular area of interest. There will be an individual focus on helping each student‘s continued growth within the discipline in both production of original artwork and study of historical works in drawing. A weekly sketchbook assignment is required for homework in addition to class work. ART III ELECTRONIC MEDIA 6327Y (6327 A & B) Grade: 10-12 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Art II Digital Art and Animation Course Fees & Materials: Art Kit (minimum $40) will be sold through the art department when school begins, student will be informed of the kit price through the art teacher) Extended exploration of art and graphic design through the use of electronic media using the Adobe Creative Suite CS6. Students will design original artwork traditionally and electronically, emphasizing the elements of art and principles of design. Critical analysis, historical and cultural references, independent research, and personal expression are an ongoing part of this course. Artwork will be scanned and manipulated using a variety of programs and digital cameras. Real world graphic design challenges will be the focus. A sketchbook assignment will be completed each week for homework. AP ART HISTORY 6334Y (6334 A & B) Grade: 10-12 Level: 4 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None Advanced Placement Art History is a survey of trends in art from prehistoric times to the present, focusing on preparing students for the AP Exam. Students will explore formal as well as historical, political, philosophical and theoretical influences on art as personal and cultural expression. This course requires a high degree of commitment to academic work and study as it is taught as a college survey course.

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AP DRAWING PORTFOLIO 6326Y (6326 A & B) Grade: 10-12 Level: 4 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Art II Pre-AP or CHS TEACHER APPROVAL OF OTHER ART COURSES and Portfolio presentation Course Fees & Materials: Art Kit (minimum $75) will be sold through the art department when school begins, student will be informed of the kit price through the art teacher) This is a rigorous course for highly motivated students. Students will complete a variety of drawing assignments to fulfill the College Board requirements for the AP Drawing Portfolio. Students will complete 24 works of art. The 12 breadth works will include but are not limited to: realistic, expressive and concept related works as well as figure drawing, still life and perspective. The 12 concentration works are based on personal research and investigation of a theme. Students will have one major assignment outside of class each week. Students are required to complete summer assignments prior to the first 3 week marking period. AP 2D DESIGN 6331Y (6331 A & B) Grade: 10-12 Level: 4 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Art II Pre-AP or CHS TEACHER APPROVAL OF OTHER ART COURSES and Portfolio review Course Fees & Materials: Art Kit (minimum $75) will be sold through the art department when school begins, student will be informed of the kit price through the art teacher) It is highly recommended for students to have a digital SLR camera for this class. This is a rigorous course for highly motivated students. Students will complete 24 works addressing a variety of design assignments to fulfill the College Board requirements for the 2-D Design Portfolio. The class will focus heavily on the use of Digital formats such as photography and digital manipulation using Photoshop. Students will complete 24 pieces of work that will include realistic, expressive and concept related works. The 12 concentration works are based on personal research and investigation of a theme. Students will have one major assignment outside of class each week. Students are required to complete summer assignments prior to the first 3 week marking period.

AP 3D DESIGN 6332Y (6332 A & B) Grade: 10-12 Level: 4 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Art II Pre-AP and Art II Ceramics or Art III Ceramics Course Fees & Materials: Art Kit (minimum $75) will be sold through the art department when school begins, student will be informed of the kit price through the art teacher) Students are expected to supply items for outside of class assignments. This is a rigorous course for highly motivated students. Students will complete a variety of 3-D design assignments to fulfill the College Board requirements for the 3-D Design Portfolio. Students will complete 24 works addressing a variety of 3-D design principles that will include realistic, expressive and concept related works. Students will select a related theme for 12 assignments to fulfill the concentration section of the portfolio and work independently to complete these works through personal research and investigation. Students will have one major assignment outside of class each week. Students are required to complete summer assignments prior to the first 3 week marking period. INDEPENDENT STUDY IN ART FOR AP STUDENTS 6337Y (6337 A & B) Grade: 10-12 Level: 2 Credit: 0.5-1 Prerequisite: Instructor Approval – This course is only for art students enrolled in AP Studio art courses. This class is offered one of both semesters to students in AP Studio art courses. Students work independently to develop artwork for the AP Portfolio or for college entrance requirements. Students research and develop one assignment each 3 weeks.


FINE ARTS - BAND Bands are by audition only. Students receive an additional .5 credit for PE in the Fall Semester CONCERT BAND 9th 6701Y (6701 A & B) 10th 6702Y (6702 A & B) 11th 6703Y (6703 A & B) 12th 6704Y (6704 A & B) Grade: 9-11 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Grade: 12 Level: N/A Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None Course Fees & Materials: District Pay to Play fee The Concert Band is reserved for only the percussion students and the Color Guard students in the first semester. This class places strong emphasis on the fundamental technical and musical abilities of its students so that they will be able to perform the marching show music as well as their solo and All-section work. The second semester the concert band becomes one of the five concert bands of the overall instrumental music program. During the second semester, the percussionists will be placed into one of the four other bands by audition. SYMPHONIC BAND 9th 6711Y (6711 A & B) 10th 6712Y (6712 A & B) 11th 6713Y (6713 A & B) 12th 6714Y (6714 A & B) Grade: 9-11 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Grade: 12 Level: N/A Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None Course Fees & Materials: District Pay to Play fee The Symphonic Band is a part of the marching band and meets both semesters. During the first semester all 9th grade brass instrumentalist will meet in one class and all 9th grade woodwind instrumentalist will meet in another class. Students are evaluated on their musical growth throughout the first semester. Students are placed in one of the five bands in the spring. The study and practice of All-State music and solo literature is a requirement of all ensembles and band classes.

WIND ENSEMBLE 9th 6721Y (6721 A & B) 10TH 6722Y (6722 A & B) 11th 6723Y (6723 A & B) 12TH 6724Y (6724 A & B) Grade: 9-11 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Grade: 12 Level: N/A Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None Course Fees & Materials: District Pay to Play fee The Wind Ensemble is a part of the marching band and meets both semesters. This class places strong emphasis on the technical and musical abilities of its students so that they will be able to perform literature appropriate to the musical ability of the students within this ensemble. Musical analysis and individual performance are also strongly emphasized to exhibit proper musical techniques that are necessary for the Wind Ensemble. The study and practice of All-State music and solo literature is a requirement of the ensemble. SYMPHONIC WINDS 9th 6731Y (6731 A & B) 10th 6732Y (6732 A & B) 11th 6733Y (6733 A & B) 12th 6734Y (6734 A & B) Grade: 9-11 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Grade: 12 Level: N/A Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None Course Fees & Materials: District Pay to Play fee The Symphonic Winds is a part of the marching band and meets both semesters. This class places strong emphasis on the technical and musical abilities of its students so that they are able to perform the very highest level of band literature. Musical analysis and individual performance are also required to exhibit proper musical techniques that are necessary for the level of the Symphonic Winds. The study and practices of All-State music and solo literature is a requirement of the ensemble. HONOR BAND 9th 6741Y (6741 A & B) 10th 6742Y (6742 A & B) 11th 6743Y (6743 A & B) 12th 6744Y (6744 A & B) Grade: 9-11 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Grade: 12 Level: N/A Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None Course Fees & Materials: District Pay to Play fee The Honor Band is a part of the marching band and meets both semesters. The class is the select instrumental ensemble of the CHS Bands. The study and practice of All-State music and solo literature is a requirement of this ensemble. Students will be expected to already have obtained a certain level of musical maturity before entering this class. This course is by audition only. The literature that students are exposed to in this class is the same for an advanced college or professional concert band.


COLORGUARD/WINTERGUARD 6745Y (6745 A & B) Grade: 9-11 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Grade: 12 Level: N/A Credit: 1

(Fall = 0.5 PE credit; Spring = .5 fine arts credit) Prerequisite: audition and knowledge of color guard fundamentals Course Fees & Materials: District Pay to Play fee Colorguard/Winterguard is a dramatic and colorful “ballet” incorporating props, rifles, flags, and sabers. It interprets recorded music and is designed to move forms around the floor to create artistic and expressive efforts. Colorguard is the fall component of the year-long course, and practices with Concert Band. INDEPENDENT STUDY IN MUSIC - BAND 6710Y (6710 A & B) Grade: 10-11 Level: 2 Credit: 0.5 - 1 Grade: 12 Level: N/A Credit: 0.5 - 1 Prerequisite: Instructor approval The music class is offered one or both semesters to students that wish to receive advanced instruction on instrumental music through their instrument. Students work independently during the class period on goals set forth by the instructor and student.

FINE ARTS - CHOIR All CHS students are eligible to join choir any year as their schedules allow. All singers new to choir must be in one of the two Non-Varsity Choir Courses listed below based on gender UNLESS THEY HAVE COMPLETED AN AUDITION WITH A CHS CHORAL DIRECTOR and their counselor has been notified of their admittance. All other Varsity Choirs are by audition only. ALL CHOIR SINGERS MUST PAY THE PAY TO PLAY FEE. Course Descriptions:

Vivace! (MIXED) and Respira (TREBLE) are our show choirs! They will meet after school at least twice each week as they prepare for upcoming shows and events. All show choir singers must be registered for at least one period of choir during the school day (1st-7th Periods Choir Classes).

Respira is a female show choir open to any girl in choir at CHS. Auditions for Respira will occur prior to the Fall Semester.

BELLA VOCE TREBLE CHOIR (Non-Varsity Women) 9th 6801Y (6801 A & B) 10th 6802Y (6802A & B) 11th 6803Y (6803A & B) 12th 6804Y (6804A & B) Grade: 9-11 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Grade: 12 Level: N/A Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None Course Fees & Materials: District Pay to Play fee; Uniform purchase ($80 one-time dress purchase if new to choir) and choir fee (less than $100). CHOIR FEE and UNIFORM COSTS CAN BE FUNDRAISED and paid in segments if necessary. Female voices only. This course provides instruction in the care, development, and management of the voice. In addition, it provides emphasis on the development of music-reading skills and vocal techniques. Performances: concerts, festivals, competitions, and trips. Participation in all choral performances required. http://goo.gl/wpCVx

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MEN’S CHOIR (Non-Varsity Men) 9th 6809Y (6809 A & B) 10th 6810Y (6810 A & B) 11th 6811Y (6811 A & B) 12th 6812Y (6812 A & B) Grade: 9-11 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Grade: 12 Level: N/A Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None Course Fees & Materials: District Pay to Play fee; possible uniform cost ($50 yearly tux rental for men) and choir fee (Less than $100). CHOIR FEE and UNIFORM COSTS CAN BE FUNDRAISED and paid in segments if necessary. Male Voices only. This course provides instruction in the care, development, and management of the voice. In addition, it provides emphasis on the development of music-reading skills and vocal techniques. Performances: concerts, festivals, competitions, and trips. Participation in all choral performances required. http://goo.gl/CJclg KANTOREI TREBLE CHOIR 10th 6806Y (6806 A & B) 11th 6807Y (6807 A & B) 12th 6808Y (6808 A & B) Grade: 10-11 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Grade: 12 Level: N/A Credit: 1 Prerequisite: auditions in spring; previous high school choral experience Course Fees & Materials: District Pay to Play fee; Uniform purchase ($80 one-time dress purchase if new to choir) and choir fee (less than $100). CHOIR FEES and UNIFORM COSTS CAN BE FUNDRAISED and paid in segments if necessary. Female voices only. A Varsity Treble Choir is a course which develops mastery of vocal skills and techniques used in performing more challenging treble choir music from various periods and styles. Performances: concerts, festivals, competitions, and trips. Private voice lessons strongly encouraged. Participation in all performances required. Participation in the TMEA All-State Choir Contest and the UIL Solo & Ensemble as well as attending an All-State Choir Camp during the summer is expected. http://goo.gl/x92LR INDEPENDENT STUDY IN MUSIC - CHOIR 6828Y (6828 A & B) Grade: 10-11 Level: 2 Credit: .5-1.0 Grade: 12 Level: N/A Credit: .5-1.0 Prerequisite: student must also be registered in at least one traditional choir class during the school day; Instructor approval required. This music class is offered one or both semesters to learners that wish to receive advanced instruction on vocal music. Learners work independently during the class period on goals set forth by the instructor and student.

A CAPPELLA MIXED CHOIR (Varsity) 10th 6820Y (6820 A & B) 11th 6821Y (6821 A & B) 12th 6822Y (6822 A & B) Grade: 10-11 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Grade: 12 Level: N/A Credit: 1 Prerequisite: auditions in spring; previous high school choral experience Course Fees & Materials: District Pay to Play fee; Uniform Purchase (Girls - $80 one-time dress purchase if new to choir; Boys - $50 yearly tux rental for men) and choir fee (Less than $100). CHOIR FEE and UNIFORM COSTS CAN BE FUNDRAISED and paid in segments if necessary. This A Cappella Choir is the premiere mixed choral ensemble at CHS. Madrigal Singers are selected from the membership of the A Cappella Choir. Focus is devoted to mastery of vocal skills and techniques used in performing more challenging mixed choir music from various periods and styles. Performance: concerts, festivals, competitions, and trips. Private voice lessons strongly encouraged. Participation in all performances required. Participation in the TMEA All-State Choir Contest and the UIL Solo & Ensemble is required. Attending an All-State Choir Camp during the summer is encouraged. http://goo.gl/NfRiV MADRIGAL SINGERS - This is a Zero Hour class only 10th 6813ZY (6813 ZA & ZB) 11th 6814ZY (6814 ZA & ZB) 12th 6815ZY (6815 ZA & ZB) Grade: 10-11 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Grade: 12 Level: N/A Credit: 1 Prerequisite: learners must also be registered for the A Cappella Mixed Choir class; auditions in spring; previous high school choral experience Course Fees & Materials: District Pay to Play fee; Uniform purchase (varied). UNIFORM COSTS CAN BE FUNDRAISED and paid in segments if necessary. This advanced mixed chamber choir is selected by competitive audition from the membership of the A Cappella Choir and specializes in chamber choral literature from the Renaissance through the 21st Century. Annual Production: Madrigal Feast. Costuming and theatrics are involved. Annual Performances: Concerts, festivals, shows, trip. Participation in all choral performances required. Participation in the TMEA All-State Choir Contest and the UIL Solo & Ensemble Contest is required. Attending an All-State Choir Camp during the summer is expected.

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FINE ARTS – MUSIC THEORY AP MUSIC THEORY 6829Y (6829 A & B) Grade: 10-12 Level: 4 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Previous high school music course experience This course serves as an introduction to the many aspects of Music Theory, including harmonic analysis, figured bass, part-writing, sight-singing, ear training, and intro to composition.

FINE ARTS - THEATRE ARTS TAKE ONE: THEATRE I 6501Y (6501 A & B) Grade: 9 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Audition Required and Instructor Approval This audition only class is built to offer the serious incoming freshmen student the opportunity to build upon the foundation they have established in Theatre prior to entering High School. The course will be taught at an advanced pace and focus on higher-level application of acting and directing principles. Work will include the production of a class play, competition monologues and scene work, film, television and radio creations. Students will also finish the class equipped with an understanding and competency in the use of many technical elements of theatre used at the high school level. Students are required to attend CHS Theatre productions and perform in or tech their class play. http://goo.gl/3ZqDv SPOTLIGHT: THEATRE ARTS I 6511Y (6511 A & B) Grade: 9-12 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None This course offers basics in Theatre skills such as acting, choreography, characterization, directing, historical significance of a play, costuming, some technical theatre, and common Theatre vocabulary. Students are required to attend one CHS production per semester. http://goo.gl/3ZqDv

BROADWAY BOUND: ACTING METHODS II 6585Y (6585 A & B) Grade: 10-12 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Spotlight: Theatre I or Take One: Theatre I Students entering this course have completed either Take One or Spotlight and been approved by the Instructor. This tier of courses develops proficiency in acting by promoting an understanding of the methods, principles, practices and vocabulary common for all acting styles from Greek through Shakespeare to modern texts. The students will study monologues and scenes from a variety of historical periods and acting styles. Students will learn the processes used to research a character historically. Students will study appropriate stage diction and learn to project their voices in all spaces and with a wide range of characters. Students will study mime, movement, and stage combat to prepare their bodies for the challenges of creating physical characters. The courses will require that the students transfer knowledge from one acting style to another. The courses will challenge the students to develop and use a process of character development and discover their creative processes. This course emphasizes the complexity and thoroughness required to become a successful performer. Students are required to attend all CHS productions each semester and participate in their own class play.

FAME: MUSICAL THEATRE 6586Y (6586 A & B) Grade: 10-12 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Spotlight: Theatre I or Take One: Theatre I or 1 year of Choir; CHS Teacher Approval Course Fees & Materials: Students will be required to purchase their own tap, jazz and ballet shoes Musical Theatre will expose students to a wide range of on-stage performance disciplines, including acting performance, vocal performance, and dance performance. The course will also provide an atmosphere in which students benefit from a teaching and learning experience in these performance disciplines of musical theatre. Students will receive comprehensive and rigorous instruction so that they may make informed choices about the craft, college, and the profession. The course will enhance and cultivate the creative gifts of each student while encouraging a sense of self-confidence. The course will enable students to study and perform the varied styles of musical theatre with special attention to the principals of stage movement, stage vocal technique, stage choreography, acting, characterization, and all other aspects of a musical production. Students will be required to participate in their own class production which will include 2 after school rehearsals. Students will also be required to either participate in or attend the school musical in the Fall. http://goo.gl/3ZqDv

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STUDIO PREMIER: ADVANCED THEATRE III/IV 6542Y (6542 A & B) Grade: 11-12 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Auditioned Class/Theatre II This audition only class is an advanced class aimed at preparing students for the next level and will be limited to a select group of upperclassmen that have demonstrated a serious interest and dedication to the performing arts. The class curriculum will center around the needs of each in preparing them for entry into college or gaining an agent once they have graduated. Seniors will be required to audition for the North Texas Drama Auditions in the Fall and perform a One Man/Woman Show in the Spring. Juniors will continue studying different acting techniques to include acting in front of a camera (television and film) along with some voice over work. Students will be required to attend all school plays. http://goo.gl/3ZqDv TECHNICAL THEATRE I 6551Y (6551 A & B) Grade: 10-12 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None This course teaches basic technical skills of the Theatre such as set construction, sound and light skills, and production. Construction requires the use of power tools such as saws and drills. Therefore, students must provide safety glasses and ear plugs for this class. Students are required to work on school plays and fulfill 3 hours of work per 6 weeks after school on said plays. Students are also required to see one CHS production per semester. Each class period is limited to 18 students. http://goo.gl/3ZqDv SCENOGRAPHY II: ADVANCED TECHNICAL THEATRE 6596Y (6596 A & B) SCENOGRAPHY III: ADVANCED TECHNICAL THEATRE 6597Y (6597 A & B) SCENOGRAPHY IV:ADVANCED TECHNICAL THEATRE 6598Y (6598 A & B) Grade: 10-12 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Technical Theatre I and CHS Teacher Approval Scenography is the art of creating performance environments; it can be composed of sound, light, clothing, performance, structure and space. Students examine and develop work through the exploration of the personal creative process in relation to the demands of professional practice. This includes working on and creating the sets, lights, props, costumes, and sound for our department’s productions. The student will develop a variety of intensive skills to create designs that, while focusing on the theatrical event, also cross into film, multi-media, and other artistic fields. Students learn the processes required to move a design from the theoretical to the actualized. Their own development as practitioners take place in relation to understandings gained about production processes and the contributions made by, for instance, dramaturges, artists, performers, and producers. Students are required to see the shows that are produced by the theatre department. Students are also required to work on school plays and fulfill a certain number of work hours per 6 weeks after school on said plays. Students are also required to attend all CHS productions per semester. http://goo.gl/3ZqDv

FINE ARTS - DANCE

Dance I 6901Y (6901 A & B) Dance II 6902Y (6902 A & B) Dance III 6903Y (6903 A & B) Dance IV 6904Y (6904 A & B) Grade: 9-11 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Grade: 12 Level: N/A Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None Course Fees & Materials: dance uniform (about $25) This course provides the experience of dance in its many forms, fostering an understanding and appreciation for the art form. Styles studied include, but are not limited to ballet, jazz, hip hop, and world dance. All dance classes and levels are a fine arts credit. http://goo.gl/dqpmC HIP HOP 6910 Grade: 10-11 Level: 2 Credit: 0.5 Grade: 12 Level: N/A Credit: 0.5 Prerequisite: None Course Fees & Materials: dance uniform (about $25) This is an elective level class and does not meet the fine arts requirements for Graduation. In this course students will demonstrate hip-hop dance skills through warm-ups and choreographed routines. This class will also explore the culture and music of hip-hop and other related styles of hip hop dance such as, pop and lock, krump, break dancing. http://goo.gl/3MChi

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HEALTH / PE / ATHLETICS TEEN LEADERSHIP/HEALTH 8000Y (8000 A & B) Grade: 9 Level: 2 Credit: 1 8001Y (8001 A & B) Grade: 10-12 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None Teen Leadership assists students with the transition from middle school to high school. The course, integrated with health, helps students develop their self-confidence and leadership skills, as well as techniques, skills, and principles for use in their professional and personal development. It is a course of discussion, planning, doing, and action! Students have the opportunity to learn how to speak and present their ideas to make a difference. In becoming global leaders, they work with a diverse group of people. As students go through this growth process they develop an understanding how their growth, thoughts, words, and actions play a major role in the development of relationships in their community and world. Teen Leadership/Health students will earn an additional 0.5 Professional Communication credit which satisfies the Speech requirement for graduation within the curriculum of the course. http://goo.gl/cQyQt TEEN LEADERSHIP II 8214Y (8214 A & B) Grade: 10-12 Level: 2 Credit: 0.5– 1 Prerequisite: Teen Leadership/Health Course Fees & Materials: $12 This course extends on the principles developed in Teen Leadership I with an emphasis on teambuilding, social and leadership skills, and Service Learning. In becoming global leaders through personal and professional development, students will work with a diverse group of people in discussion, planning, and action. Students will have the opportunity to learn how to speak and present their ideas to make a difference. They will also serve CHS by partnering with administration and other school organizations in their efforts to fulfill its strategic plan and mission. HEALTH EDUCATION 5010 Grade: 9-12 Level: 2 Credit: 0.5 Prerequisite: None This course provides studies in mental, physical, and emotional health, personality, substance abuse, body systems, infectious and non-infectious diseases, STD’s, human reproduction, nutrition and physical fitness, safety and first aid. APPLIED HEALTH EDUCATION 5010L Grade: 9-12 Level: 1 Credit: 0.5-1 Prerequisite: Committee Approval The focus is on basic hygiene, self-care and personal safety.

PERSONAL FITNESS 5102 A or B Grade: 9-11 Level: 2 Credit: 0.5 Grade: 12 Level: N/A Credit: 0.5 Prerequisite: None Course Fees & Materials: school uniform (about $25) This is a fitness course based on an understanding of the physiological factors involved in exercise that incorporate muscular strength and endurance, flexibility, and cardiovascular endurance. Students will actively participate to reinforce knowledge for lifetime fitness. http://goo.gl/tGgu8 PEER TUTOR: P.E. PARTNERS 5602Y (5602 A & B) Grade: 10-11 Level: 2 Credit: 0.5-1 Grade: 12 Level: N/A Credit: 0.5-1 Prerequisite: CHS Teacher Approval Course Fees & Materials: None This course is designed to provide a success-oriented physical education program utilizing supervised peer tutors and individualized learning and instruction. The focus of the course is to encourage physical activity, increase knowledge of health and fitness strategies, and assist in the acquisition of individual lifetime recreation activities and /or skills associated with team sports. PE Partners are paired with students who have special needs to achieve success, improve social skills, and build self-esteem. INDIVIDUAL SPORTS 5103 Grade: 9-11 Level: 2 Credit: 0.5 Grade: 12 Level: N/A Credit: 0.5 Prerequisite: None Course Fees & Materials: school uniform (about $25) This course broadens the appreciation of and the ability to participate in lifetime sports. Selections may include the following sports or a combination of sports: tennis, golf, weight lifting, aerobics, table tennis, badminton, and recreational games. Physical fitness will also be included. http://goo.gl/N8Ci3 TEAM SPORTS 5104 Grade: 9-11 Level: 2 Credit: 0.5 Grade: 12 Level: N/A Credit: 0.5 Prerequisite: None Course Fees & Materials: school uniform (about $25) Extends and reinforces the development of skills, increases knowledge, and builds positive attitudes in team sports. Selections may include the following sports or a combination of the following: basketball, flag football, softball, volleyball, team handball, soccer, flicker ball. Physical fitness will also be included. http://goo.gl/BsIiW

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AEROBIC ACTIVITIES I 5101A Grade: 9-11 Level: 2 Credit: 0.5 Grade: 12 Level: N/A Credit: 0.5 Prerequisite: None Course Fees & Materials: school uniform (about $25) Aerobics will help students understand the different types of aerobic activities and how they can enrich their lives. Emphasis will be on heart monitoring, cardiovascular and muscular endurance, coordination, flexibility, and an increased level of fitness. AEROBIC ACTIVITIES II 5101B Grade: 9-11 Level: 2 Credit: 0.5 Grade: 12 Level: N/A Credit: 0.5 Prerequisite: Aerobic Activities I Course Fees & Materials: school uniform (about $25) This class will continue with aerobics activities. New aerobic formats will be introduced, including but not limited to kick boxing, Pilates, and Step Aerobics. Individual fitness plan design will be included in this course.

PE ELECTIVES PE FOR THE MIND, BODY, AND SPIRIT 5108 Grade: 10-11 Level: 2 Credit: 0.5 Grade: 12 Level: N/A Credit: 0.5 Prerequisite: Elective Course, student must have completed PE requirement for graduation Course Fees & Materials: school uniform (about $25) This course is for students in grade levels 10-12 who may need additional support in reaching their Healthy Fitness Zone in the FitnessGram, especially in the area of Body Mass Index (BMI). The course is designed to work with each individual in the context of their life – physically, nutritionally, socially, and psychologically. Activities will include but are not limited to: Yoga, Pilates, Tai Chi, Aerobics and Resistance Training.

BOYS WEIGHT TRAINING 5105 Grade: 10-11 Level: 2 Credit: 0.5 Grade: 12 Level: N/A Credit: 0.5 Prerequisite: Elective Course, student must have completed PE requirement for graduation Course Fees & Materials: school uniform (about $25) This is a course that will combine multiple aspects of muscular strength and conditioning. Over the course of the semester, the students will learn how to use weights and fitness to control their bodies. The students will be taught the basic components of a weight-training program. Advanced lifting techniques will be introduced. Comprehensive Fitness and Lifelong Learning will also be a point of emphasis as students will be capable of designing programs consistent with their current developmental stage. http://goo.gl/JkH0b GIRLS STRENGTH TRAINING 5107 Grade: 10-11 Level: 2 Credit: 0.5 Grade: 12 Level: N/A Credit: 0.5 Prerequisite: Elective Course, student must have completed PE requirement for graduation Course Fees & Materials: school uniform (about $25) This is a course that will combine multiple aspects of muscular strength and conditioning specifically for girls. Over the course of the semester, the students will learn how to use weights and fitness to control their bodies. The students will be taught the basic components of a weight-training program. Advanced lifting techniques will be introduced. Comprehensive Fitness and Lifelong Learning will also be a point of emphasis as students will be capable of designing programs consistent with their current developmental stage. SELF DEFENSE FOR GIRLS 5025 Grade: 10-11 Level: 2 Credit: 0.5 Grade: 12 Level: N/A Credit: 0.5 Prerequisite: Elective Course, student must have completed PE requirement for graduation Course Fees & Materials: school uniform (about $25) This is an activity-based course that will help prepare students with the proper assessment, reaction and possible prevention of assault situations. Students will learn not only physical skills, but also verbal strategies and awareness skills. These practical techniques are derived from multiple resources and will primarily use large motor skills in their application. Activities will require students to analyze and evaluate personal fitness status in terms of muscular strength, muscular endurance and flexibility. Students will gauge their personal skills and set reasonable goals for improvement during drills and simulated threatening circumstances. Learning to respond appropriately to challenges, successes, and failures will help build confidence and prepare each student for confrontational situations. http://goo.gl/IlirN

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TABLE TENNIS Grade: 10-11 Level: 2 Credit: 0.5 Grade: 12 Level: N/A Credit: 0.5 Prerequisite: Elective Course, student must have completed PE requirement for graduation This course will expand on the various aspects of the sport of Ping Pong that were introduced in Individual Sports. Advanced rules and techniques will be taught. The students will play in both league format and tournament play. Game settings that promote lifetime fitness will be emphasized. OUTDOOR ADVENTURES I 5100 Grade: 10-11 Level: 2 Credit: 0.5 Grade: 12 Level: N/A Credit: 0.5 Prerequisite: Elective Course, student must have completed PE requirement for graduation Course Fees & Materials: $25 for class consumables If you wish to get your optional Hunter Certification you can do so for $15. The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department developed the Outdoor Education course to enhance and educate students in outdoor activities and wildlife conservation. The curriculum includes: The Texas parks and Wildlife Department’s Hunter Education, Boater Education and Angler Education courses, American Heart Association First Aid training, wilderness survival, trip planning, wildlife conservation, camping, backpacking, orienteering, archery and tackle crafts. Emphasis is placed on ethics, safety, conservation, laws, responsibilities, physical fitness and selecting activities that can be enjoyed for a lifetime. OUTDOOR ADVENTURES II – WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT 5029 Grade: 11 Level: 2 Credit: 0.5 Grade: 12 Level: N/A Credit: 0.5 Prerequisite: Outdoor Adventures I; Elective Course, student must have completed PE requirement for graduation Course Fees & Materials: $25 for class consumables This class does not count for an additional PE credit. Students will take their skills learned in Outdoor Adventures and apply them to a more advanced level. Topics will include how hunting and conservation affects the quality of the environment, how wildlife management works and the steps needed for a successful program. Students will further enhance their skills in archery, fishing, orienteering and camping. http://goo.gl/Nuai0

SUBSTITUTION ACTIVITIES for PE CREDIT The Texas Administrative Code lists physical activities which may be awarded as PE substitutions. These activities are not State Board of Education-approved courses and do not have TEKS. These activities are as follows: Silver Stars (fall/spring semesters) Lariettes (fall semester only) Cheerleading (fall/spring semesters) Athletics (fall/spring semesters) Band (fall semester only) Upon completion of each semester’s participation in one of these activities, the student is awarded a PE equivalency credit. JV DRILL TEAM (SILVER STARS) 5241Y (5241 A & B) Grade: 9-10 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Audition in the previous spring. Previous dance experience encouraged. Course Fees & Materials: District Pay to Play fee This class is designed as a preparation for drill team. The team meets during a period within the school day as well as during the summer. Performances are part of the graded curriculum. Students will receive PE credit for this class. VARSITY DRILL TEAM (LARIETTES) 1st Year: 5242Y (5242 A & B) 2nd Year: 5243Y (5243 A & B) 3rd Year: 5244Y (5244 A & B) Grade: 10-11 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Grade: 12 Level: N/A Credit: 1 Prerequisite: One audition in spring. Previous dance experience encouraged. Course Fees & Materials: District Pay to Play fee The Lariettes Drill Team meets during a period within the school day as well as before school and during the summer. Specific guidelines to qualify are available at the time of tryouts. This class is a Fine Arts Credit. DRILL TEAM OFFICERS 5245Y (5245 A & B) Grade: 11 Level: 2 Credit: 0.5-1 Grade: 12 Level: N/A Credit: 0.5 - 1 Prerequisite: CHS Teacher Approval This class is a Fine Arts Credit.

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CHEERLEADING 5238Y (5238 A & B) 9th Grade 5239Y (5239 A & B) JV 5240Y (5240 A & B) Varsity Grade: 9-11 Level: 2 fall/spring Credit: 1 Grade: 12 Level: N/A Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Tryout; Instructor approval (PE credit given for fall only; local credit given for spring.) Course Fees & Materials: District Pay to Play fee Cheerleaders meet during a period within the school day. Additional practice time outside the school day and during summer will be required. Guidelines relative to participation are available at tryout time.

ATHLETICS

Grade: 9-11 Level: 2 Credit: 0.5 - 1 Grade: 12 Level: N/A Credit: 0.5 - 1 Prerequisite: Interest, ability and coach approval Course Fees & Materials: District Pay to Play fee The following sports are offered as competitive athletics and are governed by the rules and regulations of the UIL and local CISD policies. Athletics may count in lieu of PE as required for graduation. Some sports (football, tennis and cross country) require participation to begin prior to the first day of school. The student is responsible for contacting the coach for the beginning dates of these sports. 5204Y (5204 A & B) 9th Baseball 5205Y (5205 A & B) JV/V Baseball 5206Y (5206 A & B) 9th Boys Basketball 5207Y (5207 A & B) 9th Girls Basketball 5208Y (5208 A & B) JV/V Boys Basketball 5209Y (5209 A & B) JV/V Girls Basketball 5210Y (5210 A & B) Cross Country 5211Y (5211 A & B) 9th Football 5213Y (5213 A & B) JV/V Football 5214Y (5214 A & B) Boys Golf 5215Y (5215 A & B) Girls Golf 5216Y (5216 A & B) 9th Boys Soccer 5217Y (5217 A & B) 9th Girls Soccer 5218Y (5218 A & B) JV/V Boys Soccer 5219Y (5219 A & B) JV/V Girls Soccer 5220Y (5220 A & B) JV2 Softball 5221Y (5221 A & B) JV/V Softball 5222Y (5222 A & B) Swimming-Diving 5223Y (5223 A & B) JV Swimming 5224Y (5224 A & B) V Swimming 5225Y (5225 A & B) JV2 Tennis 5226Y (5226 A & B) Tennis Prep 5227Y (5227 A & B) JV1 Tennis 5229Y (5229 A & B) V Tennis 5230-09/5231-09 Boys Track 5233-09/5232-09 Girls Track 5233Y-09 (5233 A & B) 9th Volleyball 5234Y (5234 A & B) JV/V Volleyball 5246Y (5246 A & B) 9th Boys Wrestling 5235Y (5235 A & B) JV Boys Wrestling 5236Y (5236 A & B) V Boys Wrestling 5237Y (5237 A & B) Girls Wrestling


OFF CAMPUS P.E. Category I Olympic level participation 5001Y (5001 A & B) 1st Period 5007Y (5007 A & B) 7th Period Grade: 9-11 Level: 2 Credit: 0.5 - 1 Grade: 12 Level: N/A Credit: 0.5 - 1 Prerequisite: Approval Required Course Fees & Materials: $75/semester or $150/year due at schedule pick-up in August Category II Highly intense, competitive performance outside the regular school day 5008ZY (5008 ZA & ZB) Zero Period Grade: 9-11 Level: 2 Credit: 0.5 - 1 Grade: 12 Level: N/A Credit: 0.5 - 1 Prerequisite: Approval Required Course Fees & Materials: $75/semester or $150/year due at schedule pick-up in August Guidelines and applications may be found on the CHS website under Academics/Off Campus PE. Students are responsible for turning in the OCPE application to their counselor with their other course requests. Fees will be paid in August at schedule pick-up. The student will be responsible for returning to CHS the grade evaluation form completed by the course instructor one week prior to the end of the current grading period.

ATHLETIC TRAINING PROGRAMS SPORTS MEDICINE 7407Y (7407 A & B) Grades: 9-11 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Grade: 12 Level: N/A Credit: 1 Prerequisites: Application with References This class requires working practice either before or after school and scheduled athletic events (which may include some week-ends). Sports Medicine does not count for PE credit. This class will serve as an introduction for students that have an interest in athletic training, sports medicine or physical therapy. Students are required to apply skills learned in class while participating as a member of the Sports Medicine student staff at different sporting events and practices. Some of the topics covered will be an overview of the profession of athletic training, basic anatomy and basic exercise physiology, injury recognition and prevention and rehabilitation, protective taping and bracing and CPR/First Aid. Students will have an opportunity to practice all skills through practical laboratory sessions.

ATHLETIC TRAINER JV/V 5202Y (5202 A & B) Grade: 10-11 Level: 2 Credit: 0.5 - 1 Grade: 12 Level: N/A Credit: 0.5 - 1 Prerequisite: Sports Medicine application and CHS Teacher Approval This is a course for students that are interested in a career in Sports Medicine or Physical Therapy. Grading for this class is based on attending required practices either 2 hours before or after school and scheduled athletic events (which may include some week-ends). Students will provide leadership in maintaining the training room, scheduling, and peer mentoring to underclassmen in the Sports Medicine program. They will be expected to master advanced competencies of Athletic Training. This course meets the requirements for PE.


LANGUAGES OTHER THAN ENGLISH (LOTE)

®PRE-AP FRENCH I 6113Y (6113 A & B) Grade: 9-12 Level: 3 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None The content of the course concentrates on speaking and understanding simple non-technical sentences, and writing and reading with an emphasis on simple grammar patterns and topical vocabulary in the language. Basic cultural customs and differences will be introduced. Beginner oral proficiency level ®PRE-AP FRENCH II 6123Y (6123 A & B) Grade: 9-12 Level: 3 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: French I or Pre-AP French I This Pre-Advanced Placement (Pre-AP) course is designed to prepare students for Advanced Placement (AP) French courses. The content will be instructed with additional emphasis placed on the development of critical-thinking skills. This course is designed for students with advanced language skills who desire a more in-depth curriculum with stronger emphasis on oral proficiency and language skills for their level of study. ®PRE-AP FRENCH III 6133Y (6133 A & B) Grade: 9-12 Level: 3 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: French II or Pre-AP French II This Pre-AP course is designed to prepare students for entry into AP French Language and/or the continued the study of language in college. The content will be instructed with additional emphasis placed on the development of critical-thinking skills. This course is recommended for students who have taken Pre-AP French II or exceeded expectations in French II and have advanced language skills due to previous instruction, background, or experience. ®AP FRENCH LANGUAGE 6161Y (6161 A & B) Grade: 9-12 Level: 4 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: French III or Pre-AP French III These Advanced Placement courses meet the requirements of a college course and are offered to students who wish to prepare for the Advanced Placement exam. The class places a strong emphasis on fluency and accuracy in all linguistic skills. Study sessions will be offered after school during the second semester to prepare for the exam in May. This course is recommended for students who have taken Pre-AP French III.

®PRE-AP CHINESE I 6305Y (6305 A & B) Grade: 9-12 Level: 3 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None The content of the course concentrates on speaking and understanding simple non-technical sentences, and writing and reading with an emphasis on simple grammar patterns and topical vocabulary in the language. Basic cultural customs and differences will be introduced. AP standards and expectations will be introduced. ®PRE-AP CHINESE II 6306Y (6306 A & B) Grade: 9-12 Level: 3 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Chinese I or Pre-AP Chinese I This Pre-AP course is designed to prepare students for entry into AP Chinese Language. The content will be instructed with additional emphasis placed on the development of critical-thinking skills and the expanded use of reading and writing skills. This course is recommended for students who have exceeded expectations in Chinese I and have advanced language skills due to previous instruction, background, or experience. ®PRE-AP CHINESE III 6307Y (6307 A & B) Grade: 9-12 Level: 3 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Chinese II or Pre-AP Chinese II This Pre-AP course is designed to prepare students for entry into AP Chinese Language and/or the continued the study of language in college. The content will be instructed with additional emphasis placed on the development of critical-thinking skills. This course is recommended for students who have exceeded expectations in Chinese II and have advanced language skills due to previous instruction, background, or experience. ®PRE-AP LATIN I 6251Y (6251 A & B) Grade: 9-12 Level: 3 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None The content of the course concentrates on understanding simple non-technical sentences, and writing and reading with an emphasis on simple grammar patterns and topical vocabulary in the language. The cultural emphasis will include Pompeii, Roman Britain and archaeology. ®PRE-AP LATIN II 6265Y (6265 A & B) Grade: 9-12 Level: 3 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Latin I or Pre-AP Latin I The content will be instructed with additional emphasis placed on the development of critical-thinking skills and the expanded use of reading and writing skills, including scansion. Students read more difficult selections than in the first year. Writing skills for AP free-response questions will be developed. Cultural emphasis is placed on Roman Britain, government and topography.


®PRE-AP LATIN III 6271Y (6271 A & B) Grade: 10-12 Level: 3 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Latin II or Pre-AP Latin II This Pre-AP course is designed to prepare students for entry into AP Latin, including the writing skills needed on the AP free-response questions. The content will be instructed with additional emphasis placed on the development of critical-thinking skills and the expanded use of reading and writing skills, including scansion. Students read more difficult selections, including poetry. The cultural content emphasizes the lives of writers. ®AP LATIN 6281Y (6281 A & B) Grade: 11-12 Level: 4 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Latin III or Pre-AP Latin III The content will be instructed with additional emphasis placed on the development of critical-thinking skills and the expanded use of reading and writing skills, including scansion. Students read either Vergil’s Aeniedor Catullus with Cicero/Horace/Ovid. Writing skills for AP free-response questions will be further developed. Cultural emphasis is placed on lives of writers. It is recommended that students who have taken regular Spanish courses and decide to enter a pre-AP or AP Spanish course the following year should conference with their current teacher to obtain summer assignments covering what they need to learn in order to adjust for the difference in curriculum and expectations. ®SPANISH I 6011Y (6011 A & B) Grade: 9-12 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None The content of the course concentrates on speaking and understanding simple non-technical sentences, and writing and reading with an emphasis on simple grammar patterns and topical vocabulary in the language. Basic cultural customs and differences will be introduced. Beginner oral proficiency level. ®PRE-AP SPANISH I 6013Y (6013 A & B) Grade: 9-12 Level: 3 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None The content of the course, while addressing the same basic curriculum as Spanish I, will be instructed with additional emphasis on the development of critical-thinking skills to strengthen oral proficiency. This is an excellent course for students desiring an in depth study of Spanish and a strong foundation for Pre-AP Spanish II.

®SPANISH II 6021Y (6021 A & B) Grade: 9-12 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Spanish I The content of the course will expand the use of the skills of listening, speaking, reading, and writing. The instruction in grammar and vocabulary is designed to enable students to read more difficult selections and prepare controlled composition. Oral proficiency demands increase. Cross-cultural studies are interfaced with the course. ®PRE-AP SPANISH II 6023Y (6023 A & B) Grade: 9-12 Level: 3 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Pre-AP Spanish I or Spanish I Successful completion of a previous Pre-AP Spanish course is recommended. This Pre-AP course is designed to prepare students for AP Spanish courses. The content will be instructed with additional emphasis placed on the development of critical-thinking skills and the expanded use of reading and writing skills. This course is designed for students with advanced language skills who desire a more in-depth curriculum with stronger emphasis on oral proficiency and language skills for their level of study. This course is recommended for students who have taken Pre-AP Spanish I or exceeded expectations in Spanish I and have advanced language skills due to previous instruction, background, or experience. ®IB PREP SPANISH II 6023KY (6023 KA & KB) Grade 9-10 Level: 3 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None, but participation in at least two other concurrent IB Prep courses is strongly suggested IB Spanish II is a second year Spanish course which includes an in-depth curriculum with an emphasis on critical language skills including speaking, writing, listening and reading. Students will be introduced to the IB learner profile as well as other important attributes of the IB program. The course is more global in mindset and promotes culture and connections with other countries and communities than traditional language acquisition courses. Curriculum and assessments, both written and oral, are designed ultimately to help prepare the student for the IB Advanced Spanish courses. ®SPANISH III 6031Y (6031 A & B) Grade: 9-12 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Spanish II At this level, students integrate grammar and vocabulary learned in levels one and two in order to produce written and spoken language at the intermediate proficiency level. This is a rigorous course designed to meet the expectations of the DAP diploma program.


®PRE-AP SPANISH III 6033Y (6033 A & B) Grade: 9-12 Level: 3 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Pre-AP Spanish II or Spanish II Successful completion of a previous Pre-AP Spanish course is recommended. This Pre-AP course is designed to prepare students for AP Spanish Language and/or the continued the study of language in college. The content will be instructed with additional emphasis placed on the development of critical-thinking skills and the expanded use of reading and writing skills. This course is recommended for students who have taken Pre-AP Spanish II or have advanced language skills due to previous instruction, background, or experience. What’s next: AP Spanish Language or Pre-AP Advanced Spanish Conversation and Grammar ®IB PREP SPANISH III 6033KY (6033 KA & KB) Grade 10 Level: 3 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Completion of Spanish II. Taking concurrent IB Prep courses strongly suggested for 10th graders. Participation in IB diploma program required for 11th graders. IB Spanish III is a third year Spanish course which includes an in-depth curriculum with an emphasis on critical language skills including speaking, writing, listening and reading. The B learner profile will continue to be an integral part of the curriculum as well as other important attributes of the IB program. Understanding of global issues, cultural traditions, and social relationships will be among several themes studied. This focus will be more explicit than in traditional language acquisition courses. Curriculum and assessments, both written and oral, are designed ultimately to help prepare the student for the IB Advanced Spanish courses. ®AP SPANISH LANGUAGE 6051Y (6051 A & B) Grade: 9-12 Level: 4 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Pre-AP Spanish III Successful completion of a previous Pre-AP Spanish course is recommended. This Advanced Placement course meets the requirements of a college course and is offered to students who wish to prepare for the Advanced Placement Spanish Language exam. The class places a strong emphasis on fluency and accuracy in all linguistic skills as well as synthesis skills of reading and audio sources. What’s next? AP Spanish Literature or Pre AP Adv Spanish Conversation and Grammar ®AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE 6291Y (6291 A & B) Grade: 9-12 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None This course is designed to help students develop comprehension and production skills used in American Sign Language. Within a range of contexts and using a variety of topics, the instructor will guide the students through both receptive and expressive communication activities.

®AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE II 6292Y (6292 A & B) Grade: 9-12 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: American Sign Language I This course is a continuation of skill development of American Sign Language I. More emphasis is given to expressive skills and use of the target language. ®AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE III 6293Y (6293 A & B) Grade 9 - 12 Level: 2 Credit 1 Prerequisite: American Sign Language II This course emphasizes full communication in the target language. This is a college preparatory class for students planning to continue the study of American Sign Language.


INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE (IB) DIPLOMA

IB CORE ELEMENTS 1905Y (1905 A & B) Grade 11 Level: 3 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Participation in the IB diploma program is required. All IB juniors are required to take this online course. As part of the International Baccalaureate diploma program students must complete the Creativity, Action, and Service (CAS) requirement, write the Extended Essay, and complete the requirements of the Theory of Knowledge (TOK) component. Collectively the IB refers to these as the core elements. The purpose of this course will be to support students in completing these goals. Students will be guided through the development of their activities for CAS and how they need to keep record of them for IB purposes. The task of completing the extended essay will be become a more guided one with checkpoints for students to meet along the way while they develop their research and analysis skills. Students will also be introduced to the philosophical background and reflective process to support their later study in TOK. ®IB PREP ENGLISH II 1211KY (1211 KA & KB) Grade 10 Level: 3 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None, but participation in at least two other concurrent IB Prep courses is strongly suggested Nurturing the natural curiosity of students (especially those identified as gifted), this class will help students acquire the skills necessary to conduct inquiry and research in an independent manner with the goal of helping them actively enjoy learning. Students will exercise initiative in applying thinking skills critically and creatively in communicating ideas and information in both written and oral forms. They will give thoughtful consideration to their own cultures as well as being open-minded about the perspectives, values and traditions of other individuals and communities. They will learn to approach unfamiliar situations and uncertainty with an independence of spirit and an ability to articulate their own ideas and defend their own beliefs. As they explore concepts, ideas, and issues that have both local and global significance in works of literature written both in English and in translation, students will develop an understanding of many cultures and genres, preparing them for the two year sequence of higher level English in the International Baccalaureate program.

®IB ENGLISH I 1910Y (1910 A & B) Grade: 11 Level: 4 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None; requires participation in IB diploma program Required IB Assessments: Individual Oral Presentation (internal), Individual Oral Commentary (internal) This course is year one of the two year IB English sequence. Both years must be completed. This course is focused on the examination of diverse pieces of literature. The course focuses on developing skills of literary criticism and analysis by treating literary works as products of art and their authors as craftsmen whose methods of production can be analyzed in a variety of ways and on a number of levels. This is achieved through the emphasis placed on exploring the means used by different authors to convey their subjects in the works studied. It is further reinforced by the comparative framework emphasized for the study of works in all parts of the IB program. ®IB ENGLISH II 1920Y (1920 A & B) Grade: 12 Level: 4 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Completion of IB English I Required IB Assessments: World Literature Papers (external), English HL Paper 1&2 (external) This course is year two of the two year IB English sequence. Like IB English I, this course is focused on the examination of diverse pieces of literature. However, this course is primarily focused on world literature including literature originally written in a language other than English to build understanding of cultures and how translations affect meaning. The course continues the focus on developing skills of literary criticism and analysis. This is achieved through the emphasis placed on exploring the means used by different authors to convey their subjects in the works studied. Connections across other disciplines such as History and Second Language will be highlighted. ®IB PREP SPANISH III 6033KY (6033 KA & KB) Grade 10 Level: 3 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Completion of Spanish II. Taking concurrent IB Prep courses strongly suggested for 10th graders. Participation in IB diploma program required for 11th graders. IB Spanish III is a third year Spanish course which includes an in-depth curriculum with an emphasis on critical language skills including speaking, writing, listening and reading. The IB learner profile will continue to be an integral part of the curriculum as well as other important attributes of the IB program. Understanding of global issues, cultural traditions, and social relationships will be among several themes studied. This focus will be more explicit than in traditional language acquisition courses. Curriculum and assessments, both written and oral, are designed ultimately to help prepare the student for the IB Spanish courses.


®IB SPANISH I 6080Y (6080 A & B) Grade: 11 Level: 4 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Completion of a Spanish II or Spanish III course; requires participation in IB diploma program Required IB Assessments: Interactive Oral Activity (internal), Individual Oral Presentation (internal), Spanish SL Paper 1 & 2 (external - if terminal Spanish course) The language B syllabus approaches the learning of language through an indepth curriculum. Students do not take IB assessments during this course. Through the study of the core and the options at SL and HL, students build the necessary skills to reach the objectives of the language B course for assessments given in the second year through the expansion of their receptive, productive and interactive skills. ®IB SPANISH II 6085Y (6085 A & B) Grade: 11-12 Level: 4 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Completion of IB Spanish 1 or IB Prep Spanish III Required IB Assessments: Written Assignment, Interactive Oral Activities (internal), Individual Oral Presentation (internal), Spanish HL/SL Paper 1 & 2 (external) The language B syllabus approaches the learning of language through meaning. All students will take the IB assessments during this course. Through the study of the core and the options at SL and HL, as well as literary works for HL, students build the necessary skills to reach the objectives of the language B course for assessments required for the IB diploma. ®IB SPANISH AB INITIO I 6060Y (6060 A & B) Grade: 11 Level: 3 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None Required IB Assessments: Interactive Oral Activity (internal) This course is year one of the two year IB Spanish ab initio sequence. Both years must be completed. The Spanish ab initio course is a language learning course for beginners, designed to be followed over two years by students who have no previous experience of learning Spanish. The main focus of the course is on the acquisition of Spanish language required for purposes and situations usual in everyday social interaction. A focus on the relationship of language, customs, and cultures is stressed. Students must follow this class with IB Spanish ab initio II as part of their IB diploma program.

®IB SPANISH AB INITIO II 6065Y (6065 A & B) Grade: 12 Level: 3 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Completion of IB Spanish ab initio I Required IB Assessments: Written Assignment, Individual Oral Presentation (internal), Spanish ab initio SL Paper 1 & 2 (external) This course is year two of the two year IB Spanish ab initio sequence. This course builds on the foundation built by the Spanish ab initio I course. The focus of the course continues to be on the acquisition of Spanish language required for purposes and situations usual in everyday social interaction and on the relationship of Spanish language and Spanish cultures. ®IB PREP WORLD HISTORY STUDIES 4221KY (4221 KA & KB) Grade 10 Level: 3 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None, but participation in at least two other concurrent IB Prep courses is strongly suggested Students will study the development of the history of the world including its geography, economics, government, culture & society from the earliest times to the present. Students will research, analyze, & evaluate a variety of historical documents to deepen their understanding of the concepts, events, & issues in world history. This course will incorporate the IB learner profile for students to begin to develop the habits of mind for the IB program. This will involve a greater depth of historical examination into the more nuanced aspects of historical study that not only relates the details of the specific content but also their larger interrelated context of why they were, what was a part of them, & their significance. ®IB PREP AP WORLD HISTORY STUDIES 4231KY (4231 KA & KB) Grade 10 Level: 4 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None, but participation in at least two other concurrent IB Prep courses is strongly suggested This course includes the characteristics outlined in the description for AP World History Studies, and students will complete the course prepared to take the AP World History Exam. It will concurrently involve an approach to prepare the student for skills and objectives mandated for the IB History of the Americas courses. These include the development of comprehensive free-response writing skills, inquiry-based research skills, and an understanding of the philosophy of history. Selected topics will be examined for greater depth of understanding. Interdisciplinary approaches may be incorporated. Strong reading and writing skills are recommended.


®IB HISTORY OF THE AMERICAS I 4910Y (4910 A & B) Grade: 11 Level: 4 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None; requires participation in IB diploma program Required IB Assessments: Historical Investigation (internal) This course focuses on an in-depth examination of the history of the United States, Canada, and Latin America from the colonial period to the present. It will also include a beginning treatment of 20th century world history topics. Student completing this course will receive US History credit. Focuses on development of intensive reading, writing, and research skills. ®IB HISTORY OF THE AMERICAS II 4920Y (4920 A & B) Grade: 12 Level: 4 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Completion of IB History of the Americas I Required IB Assessments: Historical Investigation (internal), History HL Paper 1, 2, & 3 (external) Building on the foundation of the nature of nations and their histories gained in year one, this course focuses on the relationship of the Americas to the world in the 20th century. The course focuses on the role of the nations during World War I, World War II, and the Cold War. This course will also contain instruction in the remaining elements of government study, with government credit given upon completion of this course. ®IB ECONOMICS I 4990Y (4990 A & B) Grade: 11-12 Level: 4 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None; requires participation in IB diploma program Required IB Assessments: Economics Commentary (internal), Economics SL Paper 1 & 2 (external-if terminal Economics course) This course will cover the fundamental concepts of economics. This includes key concepts studied in Microeconomics, Macroeconomics, and International Trade. The challenges and problems confronting developing countries will also be examined. The focus of the course is to explain economic phenomena through the use of diagrams, data analysis and the evaluation of economic material. It is intended to make students aware of the role of economics in real-world situations. A student may take this course as their terminal Economics class (and take Economics SL exams) or continue to Economics II.

®IB ECONOMICS II 4995Y (4995 A & B) Grade: 12 Level: 4 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Completion of IB Economics I Required IB Assessments: Economics Commentary (internal), Economics HL/SL Paper 1, 2, & 3 (external) This course will continue to explore the fundamental concepts of economics. This includes key concepts studied in Microeconomics, Macroeconomics, and International Trade. The challenges and problems confronting developing countries will also be examined. The focus of the course is to explain economic phenomena through the use of diagrams, data analysis and the evaluation of economic material. It is intended to make students aware of the role of economics in real-world situations. Furthermore, this course explores beyond the basic relationships into the more quantitative aspects of economics. ®IB PSYCHOLOGY 4997Y (4997 A & B) Grade: 11-12 Level: 4 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None; requires participation in IB diploma program Required IB Assessments: Psychology Research Study (internal), Psychology SL Paper 1 & 2 This course will focus on the systematic study of human behavior, and entails study of various methods of data collection, statistical analysis, and psychological theory. Importance will be placed on the biological, cognitive and learning perspectives. Emphasis will be placed on the development of research methodology techniques. ®IB CHEMISTRY I 3930Y (3930 A & B) Grade: 11 Level: 4 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None; requires participation in IB diploma program Required IB Assessments: Practical Scheme of Work (internal) As an IB science, this course strives to combine academic rigor with the gaining of practical investigative skills. The topics of the course will include making measurements considering uncertainties, data processing, atomic structure, periodicity, bonding, quantitative chemistry, energetics, kinetics, equilibrium, and acids and bases. ®IB CHEMISTRY II 3935Y (3935 A & B) Grade: 12 Level: 4 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Completion of IB Chemistry I Required IB Assessments: Practical Scheme of Work (internal), Chemistry HL or SL Paper 1, 2, & 3 (external) This course introduces the concepts of oxidation/reduction reactions and spends a significant amount of time dealing with various aspects of organic chemistry. Additionally it revisits, in more depth, material in the core areas of atomic structure, periodicity, bonding, energetics, kinetics, equilibrium, acids and bases. The topics of modern analytical chemistry and medicines and drugs will also be examined.


®IB PHYSICS I 3940Y (3940 A & B) Grade: 11 Level: 4 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None; requires participation in IB diploma program Required IB Assessments: Practical Scheme of Work (internal) As an IB science, this course strives to combine academic rigor with the acquisition of practical investigative skills. Physics is the study of matter and energy and their interactions in the universe. The focus of this course is to provide students with a general survey of the physical laws pertaining to classical Newtonian mechanics, wave motion and interference, electromagnetism. Groundwork will be laid for year two physics topics such as quantum mechanics, Einsteinian relativity, and the further optional topics (Astrophysics and Energy, Power, and Climate Change). ®IB PHYSICS II 3945Y (3945 A & B) Grade 12 Level: 4 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Completion of IB Physics I Required IB Assessments: Practical Scheme of Work (internal), Physics HL or SL Paper 1, 2, & 3 (external) This course builds on the concepts of year one and continues the study of matter and energy and their interactions in the universe. Topics for this year of the course include electromagnetic waves (including light), astrophysics (including cosmology) and Energy, Power, and Change. ®IB BIOLOGY I 3910Y (3910 A & B) Grade: 11 Level: 4 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None; requires participation in IB diploma program Required IB Assessments: Practical Scheme of Work (internal) As an IB science, this course strives to combine academic rigor with the gaining of practical investigative skills. The course topics covered in year one will include statistics, chemistry of life, cell structure and function, photosynthesis and respiration, DNA and protein synthesis, Mendelian genetics, mitosis and meiosis, and evolution,. Biotechnology will also be examined. http://goo.gl/Hm64Q ®IB BIOLOGY II 3915Y (3915 A & B) Grade: 12 Level: 4 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: IB Biology I; requires participation in IB diploma program Required IB Assessments: Practical Scheme of Work (internal), Biology HL Paper 1, 2, & 3 (external) As an IB science, this course strives to combine academic rigor with the gaining of practical investigative skills. The course topics covered in the second year will include statistics, evolution, ecology, plant science, and human health and physiology. Biotechnology will also be examined.

®IB ENVIRONMENTAL SYSTEMS AND SOCIETIES 3950Y (3950 A & B) Grade: 11-12 Level: 4 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None; requires participation in IB diploma program Required IB Assessments: Practical Scheme of Work (internal), Environmental Systems and Societies SL Paper 1 & 2 (external) As an IB science, this course strives to combine academic rigor with the acquisition of practical investigative skills. The prime intent of this course is to provide students with a coherent perspective of the interrelationships between environmental systems and societies; one that enables them to adopt an informed personal response to the wide range of pressing environmental issues that they will inevitably come to face. Topics in the course include ecosystems, natural resources, conservation and biodiversity, and pollution management. ®IB PREP PRE-CALCULUS: PREPERATION FOR CALCULUS 2441KY (2441 KA & KB) Grade 10 Level: 3 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Algebra II. Participation in at least two other concurrent IB Prep courses is strongly suggested This course expands on the topics covered in Algebra II, providing further development of the concept of a function. This course involves the study of the six trigonometric functions and their inverses, graphs, analytic geometry, and discrete mathematics. Heavy emphasis is placed on the study of polynomial, rational, and logarithmic functions. Additional units of study include conics and sequences and series. Students will use a variety of representations (graphical, symbolic, verbal, and numerical) to model functions and equations and to solve real-life problems. Elements of the IB learner profile will be supported through by striving for competence in a range of analytical and technical skills. This includes introducing students to writing skills in mathematics that will support the completion of the internal assessments required for the IB Mathematics courses as a junior and senior. ®IB ADVANCED MATH I 2930Y (2930 A & B) Grade: 11 Level: 4 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Pre-Calculus (or Algebra II and coordinator approval in rare cases); requires participation in IB diploma program Required IB Assessments: Mathematics Portfolio (internal) Students should have a good background and/or strong interest in mathematics and be competent in a range of analytical and technical skills. The majority of these students will be expecting to include mathematics as a component in their university studies, either as a subject in its own right or within math driven fields like science and engineering. Topics in this course will range from pre-calculus to statistics to calculus.

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®IB ADVANCED MATH II 2940Y (2940 A & B) Grade: 12 Level: 4 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Completion of IB Advanced Math I Required IB Assessments: Mathematics Portfolio (internal), Mathematics HL Paper 1, 2, & 3 (external) Students should have a good background and/or strong interest in mathematics and be competent in a range of analytical and technical skills. The majority of these students will be expecting to include mathematics as a component in their university studies, either as a subject in its own right or within math driven fields like science and engineering or fields where conceptual understanding of math is important like business and psychology. Topics in this course will range from statistics to advanced calculus. ®IB PREP ALGEBRA II 2331KY (2331 KA & KB) Grade 9-11 Level: 3 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Geometry and participation in at least two other concurrent IB Prep courses is strongly suggested. Juniors in the IB program that have only completed geometry should take this course. This course expands on the topics covered in Algebra I and Geometry, providing further development of the concept of a function. Major topics include the complex number system, linear functions, systems of equations and inequalities, conic sections. Students will use a variety of representations, tools, and technology to model mathematical situations and solve meaningful problems involving linear, quadratic, polynomial, exponential, logarithmic, and radical functions. Elements of the IB learner profile will be supported through by striving for competence in a range of analytical and technical skills. This includes introducing students to writing skills in mathematics that will support the completion of the internal assessments required for the IB Mathematics courses as a junior and senior. ®IB MATH I 2915Y (2915A & B) Grade: 11 Level: 3 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Algebra II; requires participation in IB diploma program Required IB Assessments: Mathematics Portfolio (internal) Students should have a good background and/or strong interest in mathematics and be competent in a range of analytical and technical skills. The majority of these students will be expecting to include mathematics as a component in their university studies where solid conceptual and computational understanding of math is relevant like business and psychology. Topics in this course will range from pre-calculus to statistics.

®IB MATH II 2916Y (2916 A & B) Grade: 12 Level: 4 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Completion of IB Math I Required IB Assessments: Mathematics Portfolio (internal), Mathematics SL Paper 1 &2 (external) Students should have a good background and/or strong interest in mathematics and be competent in a range of analytical and technical skills. The majority of these students will be expecting to include mathematics as a component in their university studies where solid conceptual and computational understanding of math is relevant like business and psychology. Topics in this course will range from pre-calculus to statistics to calculus. ®IB MATHEMATICAL STUDIES 2910Y (2910 A & B) Grade: 11-12 Level: 3 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Algebra II, participation in IB diploma program Required IB Assessments: Mathematics Project (internal), Mathematical Studies SL Paper 1 & 2 (external) It caters to students with varied backgrounds and abilities. More specifically, it is designed to build confidence and encourage an appreciation of mathematics in students who do not anticipate a need for mathematics in their future studies. Students taking this course need to be already equipped with fundamental skills and a rudimentary knowledge of basic processes. The course covers the application of mathematics through common real-world occurrences and to topics that relate to home, work and leisure situations. IB VISUAL ARTS I 6370Y (6370 A & B) Grade: 11-12 Level: 4 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None; requires participation in IB diploma program Course Fees/Supplies: minimum $100 Required IB Assessments: Investigation Workbook (internal), Art Exhibition/Interview SL (if terminal course) The focus of the IB Visual Arts course is to explore visual arts in a variety of cultural contexts in order to foster appreciation and understanding of diverse world cultures and traditions. The student will develop an understanding of art through research in the Investigation Workbook; production of art in a variety of media; and evaluation of past, present and emerging art works in their historical and cultural milieu. The course begins with teacher-structured activities to provide basic skills, gradually turning over the responsibility for learning and activities to the student. Once in the course, students will choose to focus on either research or art production to guide their studies in the IW and focus on art production for the external examination.


IB VISUAL ARTS II 6380Y (6380 A & B) 6380NY (6380 NA & NB) Grade: 12 Level: 4 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Completion of Visual Arts I Course Fees/Supplies: minimum $100 Required IB Assessments: Investigation Workbook (internal), Art Exhibition/Interview HL/SL This class will be offered on Monday and Wednesday evenings from 4:00-6:30. This course builds on and extends the exploration of visual arts in a variety of cultural contexts in order to foster appreciation and understanding of diverse world cultures and traditions. The majority of the time will be devoted to personalized independent study in art topics to build up the investigation workbook and studio production. IB FILM I 6550Y (6550 A & B) Grade 11 Level: 4 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None; requires participation in IB diploma program (or coordinator approval) Required IB Assessments: Production Portfolio (internal), Independent Study/Presentation (external) Students will learn the creative, analytical and production skills necessary to make films and express themselves in film language. This includes a study of the history of film as well as a detailed study of film sequences usage of observation skills and critical analysis skills. Students will study screenplays and character, production design, and film history from a world cinema perspective. IB THEORY OF KNOWLEDGE 8300 8300Z Grade: 12 Level: 4 Credit: .5 Prerequisite: Completion of Year One of IB diploma program Required IB Assessments: Oral Presentation (internal); Essay on a Prescribed Title (external) The core element of the IB program is required to receive the IB diploma. This semester course in the fall of the senior year builds on the foundation received during the junior year seminars. It is concerned with the nature, scope, and limitations of knowledge. Different ways of knowing and areas of knowledge are examined critically with a focus on the reliability of sources of knowledge, distinguishing between good and poor reasoning, spotting intentional or accidental bias, and identifying inconsistencies. IB Theory of Knowledge students will earn an additional 0.5 Professional Communication credit which satisfies the Speech requirement for graduation within the curriculum of the course.

INNOVATIVE AND ADDITIONAL COURSE OFFERINGS ACADEMIC DECATHLON 4700Y (4700 A & B) Grade: 10-12 Level: 4 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Selection by instructor to AcDec study team This course provides students with in-class preparation time for Academic Decathlon competition – a nationwide competition that occurs in the spring. The course provides a systematic preparation of each student for participation in the ten decathlon events: science, social studies, economics, mathematics, art, music, language and literature, essay, interview, speech, and super quiz (which is either science of social studies). Nine members of the class will be chosen to be part of the competitive team. The other members will play a supportive role. MENTORSHIP PROGRAM/COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIP 1545Y (1545 A & B) Grade: 11-12 Level: 3 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: CHS Teacher approval This course allows students to explore possible career choices while working with a mentor in the field. Students will interview, research, observe areas of interest, and select a mentor from the chosen field. They will receive “hands on” experience, so students are able to decide if the field of interest they have chosen is something they want to pursue in college. At the end of the year, students may produce a multi-modal product in order to receive DAP credit. Students in this program should be self-disciplined, focused, and know how to manage time. STUDENT LEADERSHIP 8100Y (8100 A & B) Grade: 10-11 Level: 2 Credit: 0.5 - 1 Grade: 12 Level: N/A Credit: 0.5 - 1 Prerequisite: Student Council Sponsor’s approval This course provides an opportunity to study, practice, and develop group and individual leadership and organizational skills. These skills include, but are not limited to the following: decision making, problem solving techniques, communication, leadership roles, human relations, and understanding the need for civic responsibility. OFFICE/COUNSELING AIDE 8101 A or B Grade: 12 Level: N/A Credit: 0.5 Local This course requires a student to be in good standing with attendance and discipline. The student must be self-motivated, responsible, and trustworthy. Responsibilities include delivering passes, sorting mail, alphabetizing and sorting various materials, delivering packages, etc. Aides are expected to stay in their assigned areas. Aides will also serve as tour guides to new students.


OCCUPATIONAL PREP 8943Y (8943 A & B) Grade: 9-12 Level: 1 Credit: 0.5-1 Local Prerequisite: Committee Approval The course prepares students to enter the job market through a study of employment issues including specific job skills, the application and interviewing process, identifying barriers to employment, individual attributes that enhance employability, ways to locate jobs and maintain successful job experiences. Students will explore issues relating to safety, understanding job responsibilities, time management, task commitment and organizational skills. Students are introduced to the skills needed to live and thrive as independent community members. These skills include staying healthy and safe, managing money, living independently and accessing community resources. Community-Based Vocational Education (CBVE) delivers vocational education to students in typical community work settings rather than conventional school environments. Students engage in vocational exploration, assessment, and training experiences to assist in identifying career interests, assessing skills and training needs and developing the skills and attitudes necessary for paid, long-term employment. LIBRARY ASSISTANT 1900Y (1900 A & B) Grade: 11-12 Level: 2 Credit: 0.5 - 1 Prerequisite: Librarian approval The course is designed to help students learn about the resources of the Library Media Center (LMC) and to acquire skills in applying this knowledge. Assisting LMC patrons, locating information, and public relations skills for serving patrons will be emphasized. Students will gain some business etiquette, computer, and research skills, and a working knowledge of the LMC. PERSONAL AND ACADEMIC GROWTH 8953Y (8953 A & B) Grade: 9-12 Level: 1 Credit: 0.5 - 1 Local The course focus is on managing behavior effectively to allow academic success. Students learn basic self-control and self-advocacy skills. SCIENCE LAB MANAGEMENT 3505Y (3505 A & B) Grade: 11 Level: 2 Credit: 0.5 Grade: 12 Level: N/A Credit: 0.5 – 1 Local This course cannot be used to meet the 4th year science credits required on the Recommended Graduation Plan or DAP plan. Prerequisite: Science department approval This course provides students with practical applications of laboratory techniques, including the implementation and analysis of laboratory activities and the proper procedures for usage and maintenance of laboratory materials.

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ELECTIVE COURSES APPROVED FOR DAP MEASURES, TECHNOLOGY, & SPEECH REQUIREMENTS

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1564B 10-11 Digital Photography II

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Commercial Photography

Digital Photography

Animation 1572Y Yearbook I ~

1572EY Yearbook I EMAC ~ 1573Y Yearbook II ~

1573EY Yearbook II EMAC ~ 1574Y Yearbook III ~ 1580Y Newspaper I 1581Y Newspaper II 1582Y Newspaper III

1601Y Oral Interpretation I (Competitive Acting) ~

1630Y Debate I (Novice)

1636Y Competitive Debate: Public Forum & Persuasive Speaking Debate II

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6322Y Art II-Digital Art 6331Y AP Art 2D Design

7120Y

Introduction to Media & Reporting

Audio/Video Production I-KCBY, Media Technology I – KCBY

Film, Cinema, & Documentary

7120EY Audio/Video Production I-KCBY ~

7121Y Advanced Audio/Video Production II-KCBY, Media Technology

7122Y

Internship in Audio/Visual Production – KBCY 3 Advanced Audio/Video Production III-KCBY, Media Technology III-KCBY


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1594Y 10-11 Audio/Video Production I-KCBY- Espanol, Media Technology I – KCBY

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7123Y Practicum in Audio Visual Production – KBCY 4

7003Y Business Information Management, BCIS +

7010Y 7011Y 7012Y

Internship in Business & Marketing

Marketing Dynamics - Work Based

7017Y 7060Y

Marketing Dynamics (Non-Work-Based), Marketing Dynamics II (Non-Work- Based)

7014Y 7015Y 7016Y

The Entrepreneurship Experience

Practicum In Marketing Management, Marketing Management

7017Y Social Media & Public Relations

7018Y Sports and Entertainment Marketing + ^

7018EY Sports and Entertainment Marketing – EMAC ~

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Introduction to Global Business

Principles of Business, Marketing, & Finance with Global Business

7020Y Virtual Business

Effective 2011-2012

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Personal Finance & Banking

Foundations of Personal Finance

2452Y Business Statistics

Statistics & Risk


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Management

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Graphic Design

Digital Graphics and Animation, Digital Graphic / Animation (CTE)

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7102Y Digital Media

Multimedia, Digital and Interactive Media

7104Y Internet Technologies

Web Technologies, Web Design

7106Y 12-13 Desktop Publishing – Yearbook ~

7106EY 12-13 Desktop Publishing: Yearbook-EMAC ~

7107Y 12-13 Desktop Publishing - Newspaper

7109Y 12-13 Advanced Digital Graphics and Animation

7201Y Pre-AP Computer Science, Computer Science I

7203Y AP Computer Science, Computer Science AP I

7236Y Interior Design

Interior and Environmental Design

7301SY STEM Academy I

7303Y Infinity I: Engineering

Design Process and Animation

7313 Infinity II

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Introduction to STEM

Introduction to Engineering and Technology, Explore Engineering

7400Y Anatomy & Physiology 3807Y Forensic Science

7400Y Introduction to Health


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Principles & Terminology of Health Science

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Health Science (HST I), Health Science Technology I

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7402Y Practicum in Health Science (HST II), Health Science Technology II

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Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Dual Credit

7410Y Pharmacy Technician (PassAssured)

7403Y Independent Study in Health Science Technology

7500Y Introduction to Education

Principles of Education and Training

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7501Y

Instructional Technology in Education

Instructional Practices in Education, Technology Integration in Education

Human Development

7503Y

Internship in Learning Design

Practicum In Education And Training I, Ready, Set, Teach I

7507Y Practicum In Education And Training II

Ready, Set, Teach II

8000Y Teen Leadership/Health *Starting in the fall of 2010 ∞Not a DAP measure beginning in 2010-2011 +Not a DAP measure beginning in 2011-2012 ^Speech Credit available starting in 2011-2012

~Speech Credit available starting in 2012-2013


A student will be awarded 0.5 embedded professional communication credit for only one course, even though the student may have completed multiple courses where professional communication was embedded.


BROOKHAVEN COLLEGE CAREER & TECHNOLOGY DUAL CREDIT PROGRAMS AUTO TECH Grade: 12 Level: 3 Credit: 3 Prerequisite: None Interested in a career as an automotive service technician? Begin your training through CISD‟s Dual-Credit Program with Brookhaven College. Today’s automobiles are equipped with multiple computers and extensive electronics. Servicing vehicles equipped with active suspension, satellite guidance systems and computer controlled, multi-valve engines require highly specialized training. Brookhaven College’s Automotive Technology Program is listed by the Texas higher Education Coordinating Board as a provider of “national excellence” in higher education. The program provides seven paths of training for a career in automotive service. The classes meet from 1:00-4:30 Monday through Thursday, and the class is Internet based on Fridays. The curriculum is composed of the following s courses: AUMT 1305 - Introduction to Automotive Technology AUMT 1310 - Automotive Brake Systems AUMT 1316 - Suspension and Steering AUMT 1307 - Automotive Electrical Systems AUMT 2321 - Automotive Electrical Lighting and Accessories AUMT 1319 - Automotive Engine Repair AUMT 1391 – Special Topics CHILD DEVELOPMENT Grade: 12 Level: 3 Credit: 4 Prerequisite: None Brookhaven College’s Child Development Department offers different tracks that prepare students for the fields of Child Development, Early Childhood Education and Education. The foundational knowledge and skills acquired in each program are critical to becoming a true master of the art and science of teaching. Students will excel with help from the programs' core of experienced faculty who have a wide breadth of knowledge in the field and focus on YOU as the learner. Brookhaven College also has a partnership with Head Start of Greater Dallas, where students are able to complete observations and course work. The curriculum is composed of the following 3 courses: CDEC 1417 Child Development Associate Training I CDEC 2422 Child Development Associate Training II CDEC 2424 Child Development Associate Training III

GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGY Grade: 12 Level: 3 Credit: 4 Prerequisite: None Would you like to develop high-tech skills that will virtually guarantee you job success? Get in on an emerging technology that’s expanding at an exponential pace? Learn to integrate highly sophisticated digital information with the problem-solving and analytical skills that will make you indispensable to a wide range of professions? Then check out DCCCD’s GIS program! Geographic information systems (GIS) is one of three major components of a rapidly emerging industry that also includes global positioning satellite technology and remote sensing technology. GIS technology uses specialized computer systems to get geographic data and integrate it into intelligent “super” maps. The data can then be used to create endless “what if” scenarios, providing a powerful tool for applications including:

Cartography (map making) Emergency management Environmental sciences and security Forest and range management Homeland security Medicine and health care Real estate development and appraisal Social services Transportation Urban planning and development Water resources

The curriculum is composed of the following 3 courses: GISC 1125 Concepts and Careers in GIS GISC 1411 Introduction to GIS GISC 1421 Introduction to Raster-Based GIS GISC 2311 GIS Application For more details see coppellisd.com/engineering or your STEM instructor. MEDICAL OFFICE MANAGEMENT/ ADMINISTRATION Grade: 12 Level: 3 Credit: 4 Prerequisite: World History Medical front office support professionals function in the office, handling incoming and outgoing patients. They perform administrative duties that require skills to schedule and monitor appointments, create and maintain patient records. This program prepares you the Medical Front Office Assistant Skills Achievement Award and will prepare you to handle medical billing, coding and insurance, and electronic health records. The class will meet from 1:30-4:20 POFM 1104 Computer Fundamentals POFM 1127 Intro to Keyboarding MDCA 1313 Medical Terminology POFM 1309 Medical Office Procedures POFM 1302 Medical Software Applications POFM 1191 Special Topics (Medical Office Simulation)

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EMT DUAL CREDIT 7408Y (7408 A & B) EMT Release Grade: 12 Level: 3 Credits: 2 Prerequisite: DCCCD Application Approval Course Materials and Fees: Uniform, Insurance, Background Check, Drug Test, Immunizations, and $64 exam fee The Brookhaven EMT program is composed of courses that prepare students to function in emergency medical service positions in the pre-hospital environment. The certificate includes CHS classroom instruction, hospital rotations with emphasis on emergency department experience, and emergency ambulance experience. The EMT program includes instruction in basic life support, such as cardiopulmonary resuscitation, automatic external defibrillation, physical assessment, bandaging and splinting, traction splinting, spinal immobilization, airway management, oxygen therapy, and other noninvasive procedures. Upon completion of the EMT program, you will be prepared to take the National Registry Exam for Emergency Medical Technician – Basic. (Exam fee $64)

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INTRODUCTION TO MEDIA & REPORTING (Formerly known as Principles of Arts, A/V Technology & Communication 7125 and Journalism 1570) 7125Y (7125 A & B) Grades: 9-10 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None Course Materials and Fees: 8 GB Class 10 SD card Recommended: DSLR camera with video capability Interested in a career in media? Then take this course to gain a foundation in media technology, history, law, and ethics and the principles of reporting communication. Learn how to be a critical viewer, producer and consumer of media texts, writing in a journalistic style and presenting news for a variety of audiences. In this class, students will develop an understanding of the media industry with a focus on audio and video production as well as research, writing, reporting, and print layout for publishing. This class serves as a prerequisite for the on-campus television program KCBY-TV, the Sidekick Newspaper, the Roundup Yearbook, and the EMAC (Emerging Media & Communications) Academy. Students will earn an additional 0.5 Professional Communication credit which satisfies the Speech requirement for graduation within the curriculum of the course. NOTE: In the future, this course will be recommended before taking other courses in media. AUDIO/VIDEO PRODUCTION – KCBY I 7120Y (7120 A & B) Grade: 10-12 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisites: Course application with advisor approval (In the future, Introduction to Media & Reporting will be recommended before taking this course.) Course Materials and Fees: 8 GB SD card, headphones and a $25 lab fee Students apply the basics learned in the prerequisite media classes as they work in production teams for the campus television show. This class will train you in more advanced editing skills using industry standard software. Students will also contribute video stories to the convergence media project in partnership with the Sidekick (www.Coppellstudentmedia.com). KCBY has opportunities for students interested in video technology, graphic arts, marketing/advertising, social media and business management. Students with a variety of skills are needed for this team effort so inquire, if interested. Students will earn an additional 0.5 Professional Communication credit which satisfies the Speech requirement for graduation within the curriculum of the course.

ADVANCED AUDIO/VIDEO PRODUCTION –KCBY II 7121Y (7121 A & B) Grade: 11-12 Level: 3 Credit: 2 Prerequisite: Audio/Video Production - KCBY I Course Materials and Fees: 8 GB SD card, headphones and $25 lab fee This double-blocked class offers opportunities for students interested in advanced video technology, graphic arts, marketing/advertising, social media and business management, in the practical setting of a video production company. Students in this class will be leaders in the on-campus television station and produce numerous videos, and short films for the weekly show as well as for competition. Students will contribute to the convergence media project in partnership with Sidekick Online (www.Coppellstudentmedia.com). INTERNSHIP IN AUDIO/VIDEO PRODUCTION – KCBY III 7122Y (7122 A & B) Grade: 11-12 Level: 3 Credit: 2 Prerequisite: Advanced Audio/Video Production - KCBY II Course Materials and Fees: 8 GB SD card, headphones and $25 lab fee This double-blocked class offers opportunities for students interested in advanced video production in the practical setting of a video production company. Students in this class will be leaders in the on-campus television station and produce videos for CHS. Students will contribute work on live streaming opportunities, produce productions for campus programs and contribute videos to the convergence media project in partnership with Sidekick Online (www.Coppellstudentmedia.com). PRACTICUM IN AUDIO/VIDEO PRODUCTION - KCBY IV 7123Y (7123 A & B) Grade: 12 Level: 3 Credit: 2 Prerequisite: Internship in Audio/Video Production – KCBY III Course Materials and Fees: 8 GB SD card, headphones and $25 lab fee This double-blocked class explores careers in audio and video technology and film production that span all aspects of the audio/video communications industry. Within this context, in addition to developing advanced technical knowledge and skills needed for success in the Arts, Audio/Video Technology, and Communications career cluster, students will be expected to develop an increasing understanding of the industry with a focus on applying pre-production, production, and post-production audio and video activities in a studio environment. As available, students will shadow in professional settings for practicum training. Instruction is delivered through lab-based classroom experiences and career preparation opportunities.

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FILM, CINEMA, & DOCUMENTARY 7130Y (7130 A & B) Grades: 10-12 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None (In the future, Introduction to Media & Reporting will be recommended before taking this course.) Required Course Materials: 8 GB Class 10 SD card Recommended: DSLR camera with video capability This course will include a combination of lecture, film screenings and discussions in historical and critical survey, with examples, of American motion picture both as developing art form and as medium of mass communication. Students acquire understanding of practical and aesthetic challenges undertaken by artists and professionals in making of motion pictures and television. Examination of film as both art and industry: storytelling, sound and visual design, casting and performance, editing, finance, advertising, and distribution. GRAPHIC DESIGN (Formerly known as Digital Graphics & Animation 7101) 7101Y (7101 A & B) Grades: 10-12 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None (In the future, Introduction to Media & Reporting will be recommended before taking this course.) Do you want to use your creative side to make cool posters and funky images? Do you want to impress your friends, family and teachers with your graphic skills and have fun doing it? If you answered yes to either of these questions, this course is for you. You will develop your creative and problem solving skills and learn basic design principles. A variety of software programs will be used from Photoshop to Web 2.0 sites - all to support your budding creativity. The class will give you a solid foundation for a career in the Arts, Audio/Visual Technology, and Communications industry. Graphic Design will focus your imagination and give you valuable skills to use in school, on the job and for the rest of your life! Students will earn an additional 0.5 Professional Communication credit which satisfies the Speech requirement for graduation within the curriculum of the course.

ANIMATION (Formerly known as Digital Graphics & Animation 7109) 7111Y (7111 A & B) Grades: 11-12 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None (In the future, Introduction to Media & Reporting will be recommended before taking this course.) Do you want to get things in motion? See your world spin? Create a cartoon that makes people laugh? Animation will teach you how to tell a story that not only moves the audience but will move on the screen. From storyboards to dope sheets and frame by frame to special effects, Animation will spin your world. Animation will let you broaden and explore new technologies as well as practice the standard animation styles. The class will give you a solid foundation for a career in the Arts, Audio/Visual Technology, and Communications industry. Animation will focus your imagination and give you valuable skills to use in school, on the job and for the rest of your life! For more about the different types of animation, check out this website: www.the-flying-animator.com/types-of-animation.html. Students will earn an additional 0.5 Professional Communication credit which satisfies the Speech requirement for graduation within the curriculum of the course. PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHY (Formerly known as Digital Photography 1564) 7108Y (7108 A & B) Grade: 10-12 Level: 2 Credits: 1 Prerequisite: None (In the future, Graphic Design will be recommended before taking this course.) Course Materials and Fees: 35mm Digital SLR Camera with flash unit, rechargeable batteries, 1GB memory card, uploading cord or memory card reader, and lab fee of no more than $25. This class is an introductory level course to professional photography and photographic storytelling. The purpose of the course is to familiarize students interested in digital photography with the basic operations of a digital camera, as well as, with how to effectively take photographs, upload and professionally manage them, and create a work flow environment for editing and printing. Students will be taught about basic composition, color theory, lighting, and , as well as, the skill set specific to digital photography such as manipulating, softening, and blending. A print portfolio of work will be completed by the end of the semester to show the work achieved during the semester. The recommended camera for this course is a Digital SLR that allows for change to ISO, Shutter Speeds, and Apertures.

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YEARBOOK I 7127Y (7127 A & B) Grades: 10-12 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisites: Film Photography, Digital Photography, Digital Graphics and Animation, or Journalism in addition to the advisor/instructor Interview and approval. Prerequisites: Advisor Interview and approval. (In the future, Introduction to Media & Reporting will be recommended before taking this course.) Course Materials: 35mm Digital SLR Camera with flash unit, rechargeable batteries, 8GB memory card, & uploading cord or memory card reader Join the Round-Up yearbook staff and experience a class and organization like no other on campus! Round-Up staff members attend a variety of in school and out of school activities, including pep rallies, sporting events, theater performances, club meetings, school dances, class fundraisers, academic courses and more. Staff members receive hands-on training on how to use interviews, digital SLR cameras, design software, and publishing tools to create pages for a 500 page, award-winning publication in a professional and business-oriented setting. And, if you have an interest in advertising, the yearbook chooses a student-led advertising staff to handle the senior ads sold each year as well as the marketing of the yearbook to the community. Theme development, photograph composition, caption writing, copy editing, yearbook marketing and desktop publishing are all units of study. Being a Round-Up staff member requires extensive out of class/after-school time, and a personal digital camera is recommended. Come join the team that’s in the know and on the go! Students will earn an additional 0.5 Professional Communication credit which satisfies the Speech requirement for graduation within the curriculum of the course.

YEARBOOK II 7128Y (7128 A & B) Grades: 10-12 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Yearbook I and instructor approval Course Materials: 35mm Digital SLR Camera with flash unit, rechargeable batteries, 8GB memory card, & uploading cord or memory card reader Students enrolled in this class successfully completed their first year as Round-Up Yearbook Staff members and have been invited to continue on staff. The second year of yearbook requires students to apply the journalistic, advertising and marketing, and photojournalistic skills necessary to produce the school annual. Hands-on participation in the creation of the Round-Up, its web site, and its marketing campaign are necessary projects as is the application of theme and concept development, section development, graphic design techniques, photo editing tools, business management, public relations, and staff leadership. Yearbook II requires extensive out of class and after-school time, and a personal digital camera is recommended.

YEARBOOK III 7129Y (7129 A & B) Grades: 11-12 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Yearbook II or Desktop Publishing: Yearbook and instructor approval Course Materials and Fees: 35mm Digital SLR Camera with flash unit, rechargeable batteries, 8GB memory card, & uploading cord or memory card reader Students enrolled in this class successfully completed their first two years of Round-up Yearbook Staff members and have been asked to return as staff members and/or editorial leaders. Students in their third year of yearbook are expected to apply their journalistic and photojournalistic skills as well as their employability and leadership skills to produce the school’s annual publication. Students will conduct interviews, shoot photographs, write stories, captions and headlines, participate in book and ad sales, participate in on and off campus activities, and much more Decisions concerning theme and concept development, section development, visual and verbal graphic designs, photo stories, and public relations management are interwoven with staff team building, school promotion, and community service. NEWSPAPER I 1580Y (1580 A & B) Grade: 10-12 Level: 3 Credit: 1 Prerequisites: All positions require Advisor Interview and approval. (In the future, Introduction to Media & Reporting will be recommended before taking this course.) The Sidekick is the student newspaper at CHS and its staff manages www.Coppellstudentmedia.com. The newspaper staff consists of staff writers, editors, photographers, advertising sales staff, graphic artists, and Web designers. In this advanced convergence journalism course, students receive hands-on experience for what life is like as a college or professional journalist. The Web site is updated each school day and serves as the primary source for Sidekick staffers to present news to the campus and community. Responsibilities include reporting, writing, blogging, photography, video production, page design, business management, advertisement sales, public relations and promotions. Students wishing to pursue a degree or career in the media gain valuable experience. Assignments are deadline oriented. Newspaper I requires some after school time.



NEWSPAPER II 1581Y (1581 A & B) Grade: 11-12 Level: 3 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Newspaper I and advisor approval In this advanced convergence journalism course, students receive hands-on experience for what life is like as a college or professional journalist. www.Coppellstudentmedia.com is updated each school day and serves as the primary source for Sidekick staffers to present news to the campus and community, in addition to seven printed issues each school year. Responsibilities include reporting, writing, blogging, photography, video production, page design, graphic design, business management, advertisement sales, public relations and promotions. Newspaper II requires some after school time.

NEWSPAPER III 1582Y (1582 A & B) Grade: 12 Level: 3 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Newspaper I and II or Newspaper I and Desktop Publishing and advisor approval In this advanced convergence journalism course, students receive hands-on experience for what life is like as a college or professional journalist. www.Coppellstudentmedia.com is updated each school day and serves as the primary source for Sidekick staffers to present news to the campus and community, in addition to seven printed issues each school year. Responsibilities include reporting, writing, blogging, photography, video production, page design, graphic design, business management, advertisement sales, public relations and promotions. Newspaper III requires some after school time.

BUSINESS INFORMATION MANAGEMENT 7003Y (7003 A & B) Grades: 9-12 Level: 2 Credits: 1 Prerequisite: None Note: Some students will have high school credit for this class from middle school. This is a hands-on course that teaches students to use advanced technology skills and apply these skills in other courses in the future. Students will create documents in a variety of published formats while using Microsoft Word. Students will learn to create and design databases while using Microsoft Access. Students will learn to create and design spreadsheets, charts and graphs while using Microsoft Excel. Students will learn to create effective multimedia presentations, identify guidelines for using graphics, documents, presentations, and utilize the interne while using Microsoft PowerPoint. Students will earn an additional 0.5 Professional Communication credit which satisfies the speech requirement for graduation within the curriculum of the course. INTRODUCTION TO GLOBAL BUSINESS & COMMUNICATIONS (Formerly known as Principles of Business, Marketing, & Finance 7601 and Global Business 7022) 7601Y (7601 A & B) Grades: 9-10 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None This course introduces students to the personal financial planning process and the role of banking in today’s economy. Students will learn the importance of money and interest, negotiable instruments, mortgages, and commercial and personal lending. Personal Finance and Banking will combine hands-on activities, current events, and Dave Ramsey’s Foundations of Personal Finance curriculum to help students’ bridge the gap between classroom and real world applications. Students will earn an additional 0.5 Professional Communication credit which satisfies the Speech requirement for graduation within the curriculum of the course. NOTE: In the future, this course will be recommended before taking other courses in business.



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® PRE-AP COMPUTER SCIENCE 7201Y (7201 A & B) Grades: 9-12 Level: 3 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Geometry or concurrent enrollment in Geometry This class teaches you the basic elements of how computers work and what a computer is. You will also begin creating simple programs that teach you how to read in, write out, and store various types of data using various programming software, such as Scratch (created by MIT), Alice (created by Carnegie Mellon), and Jeroo (created by Northwestern and Georgia Tech). You will learn syntax and good programming style by declaring classes and methods, constants and variables, and arithmetic expressions in the various packages. You will gain an understanding of the concept of an algorithm (a step-by-step sequence of instructions) and be able to implement algorithms using if-else statements and loops. You will learn the key basic OOP (Object-Oriented Programming) concepts: classes and objects, inheritance and event-driven computations. All of the above allow you to acquire basic skills in solving simple problems. This class is used to provide the opportunity to determine if this field of study is for you. Toward the end of the course you will begin learning the programming language Java, which will prepare you to take the AP Computer Science course. Students will earn an additional 0.5 Professional Communication credit which satisfies the Speech requirement for graduation within the curriculum of the course.

® AP COMPUTER SCIENCE 7203Y (7203 A & B) Grades: 10-12 Level: 4 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Pre-AP Computer Science and Geometry (Programming Language: Java) This class will provide you the elements of computer hardware and software and their roles in a computer system at an AP level. You will gain an understanding of the concept of an algorithm (a step-by-step sequence of instructions) and be able to implement algorithms using if-else statement and loops. You will learn the key OOP (Object-Oriented Programming) concepts: classes and objects, inheritance and event-driven computations. You will also learn common sorting and searching algorithms: Sequential Search and Binary Search, and Selection Sort, Insertion Sort and Mergesort, one- and two-dimensional arrays, ArrayLists and many more. All of the above allow you to acquire skills in designing software solutions to problems from various application areas. This course will also prepare you to take the AP Computer Science exam in May. This course also satisfies the required 4th year of mathematics when taken after Algebra II for the Recommended Graduation Plan only.

DIGITAL MEDIA (Formerly known as MULTIMEDIA) 7102Y (7102 A & B) Grades: 10-12 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None (In the future, Introduction to Global Business & Communications will be recommended before taking this course.) Are you interested in creating fun animations, making a music video, or creating all different types of graphics and posters in Photoshop? If any of this sounds fun then Digital Media is the class for you! Digital Media focuses on the use of technology to create animations using Flash, capture video using Premiere, and the ability to manipulate photos using Photoshop. Learn to edit video with Premiere and how to create images, logos, and advertisements with Photoshop. Students will be exposed to the use of graphic tablets, digital cameras, and digital video cameras. Students will be able to develop the skills needed for industry-standard software. Let your creativity come to life when you take this course. This class will provide you with a solid knowledge of how you can use the programs in the Information Technology career field. The knowledge and skills acquired and practiced will enable students to successfully perform and interact in a technology-driven society as well as an evolving workplace environment. Students will earn an additional 0.5 Professional Communication credit which satisfies the Speech requirement for graduation within the curriculum of the course. INTERNET TECHNOLOGIES (Formerly known as Web Technologies) 7104Y (7104 A & B) Grades: 10-12 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None (In the future, Digital Media will be required before taking this course.) Do you want to learn to create personal web pages, design cool graphics, and learn basic animation techniques? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then this course is for you. Over the course of the year, students will learn HTML coding, apply appropriate design, layout and copyright practices, create and use DreamWeaver, CSS, JavaScript and Php/SQL web pages and even simulate a real-life web programming experience by constructing a website in small groups and teams. Students will also have the opportunity to learn about the hardware, software, and connectivity of networks associated with the World Wide Web. They will use digital cameras, graphics software and scanners to create web page graphics. And they will use the Internet as a research tool. Various types of software will be utilized. Students will earn an additional 0.5 Professional Communication credit which satisfies the Speech requirement for graduation within the curriculum of the course.


SPORTS & ENTERTAINMENT MARKETING 7018Y (7018 A & B) Grades: 10-12 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None (In the future, Introduction to Global Business & Communications will be recommended before taking this course.) Course Materials and Fees: $25 This project based course will help students develop a thorough understanding of the marketing concepts and theories that apply to sports and entertainment events. This course encompasses the following topics: basic marketing strategies, target marketing and segmentation, sponsorship, event marketing promotion planning and implementation, sponsorship proposals, distribution of entertainment, development and implementation of sports marketing plans, and event evaluation and management techniques. Students will also develop and fine tune their presentation and communication skills as they work on special projects with local sports & entertainment businesses such as the Dallas STARS. Students have the opportunity to network with sports industry professionals through special field trips and sports career days. Students are encouraged to learn important leadership skills through DECA, an association of marketing students. Sports and Entertainment Marketing students will earn an additional 0.5 Professional Communication credit which satisfies the Speech requirement for graduation within the curriculum of the course.

SOCIAL MEDIA & PUBLIC RELATIONS (Formerly Advertising & Sales Promotion 7113) 7017Y (7017 A & B) Grades: 10–12 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None (In the future Sports & Entertainment Marketing will be required before taking this course.) Marketing Dynamics is designed for the student that is interested in the following industries: fashion, buying/merchandising, banking, hospitality, sports & entertainment, and advertising. Students will learn how to have a competitive edge in business through market planning, pricing, advertising, selling promotion and consumer behavior. By participating in DECA, students will develop leadership, human relations, and communication and networking skills. Students will also be given an opportunity at the end of the course to take the CLEP exam. Students will earn an additional 0.5 Professional Communication credit which satisfies the Speech requirement for graduation within the curriculum of the course.

INTERNSHIP IN BUSINESS & MARKETING (Formerly known as Marketing Dynamics – Work Based) 7010Y (7010 A & B) 6th Period Release: 7011Y (7011 A &B) 7th Period Release: 7012Y (7012 A &B) Grades: 11-12 Level: 2 Credits: 3 Course Materials and Fees: $25 Prerequisite: Application/instructor approval (In the future Social Media & Public Relations will be required before taking this course.) This double or triple-blocked Internship in Business & Marketing course is for YOU if you want to pursue a career in the following industries: information technology, buying and merchandising, banking & finance, sports & entertainment, advertising, public relations, general business, or marketing. Students will learn how to have a competitive edge in business through market planning, pricing, advertising, selling promotion and consumer behavior. Internship students are required to work 15 hours a week in the business industry in a paid or nonpaid position that provides hands on experience. By participating in DECA, students will develop leadership, human relations, communication and networking skills. Students will earn an additional 0.5 Professional Communication credit which satisfies the Speech requirement for graduation within the curriculum of the course.

THE ENTREPRENEURSHIP EXPERIENCE (Formerly known as Practicum in Marketing Management – Work Based) 7014Y (7014 A &B) 6th Period Release: 7015Y (7015 A &B) 7th Period Release: 7016Y (7016 A & B) Grade: 12 Level: 2 Credit: 3 Course Materials and Fees: $25 Prerequisite: Marketing Dynamics (Work Based) and application/instructor approval Second year marketing students interested in management should consider enrolling in the Entrepreneurship Experience. Through course required employment, students gain knowledge and skills that help them become proficient in one or more of the marketing functional areas. Students will illustrate appropriate management and research skills to create the marketing mix. This course covers technology, communication, and customer-service skills. The practicum is designed to give students supervised practical application of previously studied knowledge and skills. Students also manage the local DECA chapter and are expected to complete a major project each semester.


VIRTUAL BUSINESS 7020Y (7020 A & B) Grades: 10-12 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None (In the future, Introduction to Global Business & Communications will be recommended before taking this course.) This course incorporates a broad base of knowledge that includes the legal, managerial, marketing financial, ethical and international dimensions of business to make appropriate business decisions. Students will design a portfolio and a functional website that incorporates the essentials of a virtual business. Online virtual simulations are incorporated within this course. Students will earn an additional 0.5 Professional Communication credit which satisfies the Speech requirement for graduation within the curriculum of the course.

BUSINESS LAW 7020Y (7020 A & B) Grades: 10-12 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None (In the future, Virtual Business will be required before taking this course.) Business Law is designed to provide the student with a basic understanding of the U.S. legal system, with a specific focus on areas of law relating to business. Topics may include sources of law, constitutional law, criminal law, tort law, contract law, and consumer law. Laws relating to finance, corporate law, and employment law will be explored. Students will learn to analyze situations to determine how the law applies in real life. This course is recommended for any student with an interest in law or business. PERSONAL FINANCE & BANKING (Formerly known as Foundations of Personal Finance 7023) 7019Y (7019 A & B) Grade: 10-12 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None (In the future Introduction to Virtual Business will be a required before taking this course.) This course introduces students to the financial planning process and the components of a comprehensive financial plan. Students will learn how to prepare a financial plan that includes saving, investing, borrowing, risk management (insurance) and estate planning. Students will analyze income and taxes, and learn to use credit wisely. Some of the course concepts are taught through a project-based format. Throughout the course students utilize 21st century technology for a variety of tasks including communication, data collection and analysis, interactive simulations and formative assessment of understanding.

®BUSINESS STATISTICS & RISK MANAGEMENT (Formerly Statistics & Risk Management) 2452Y (2452 A & B) Grade: 11-12 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II (In the future Personal Finance & Banking will be a recommended prerequisite before taking this course.) Students will be introduced to the major concepts and tools for collecting, analyzing, and drawing conclusions from data. This course is designed around the following themes: exploring data by observing patterns, planning a study by deciding what and how to measure, anticipating patterns in advance, creating models that use probability and statistics, and confirmation of models through statistical inference.


INTRODUCTION TO EDUCATION (Formerly known as Principles of Education, Training, & Development) 7500Y (7500 A & B) Grades: 9-10 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None This is a course designed to introduce learners to the various careers available within the education and training career cluster. Students will also gain understanding and knowledge of human development across the lifespan with emphasis upon research, theoretical perspectives, and common physical, cognitive, emotional, and social developmental milestones. The course covers material that is generally taught in a postsecondary, one-semester introductory course in developmental psychology or human development. Students will earn an additional 0.5 Professional Communication credit which satisfies the Speech requirement for graduation within the curriculum of the course. Note: In the future, this will a recommended course before taking other courses in education. INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNOLOGY IN EDUCATION (Formerly Instructional Practices in Education) 7501Y (7501 A & B) Grades: 10 -12 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None (In the future Introduction to Education will be recommended before taking this course.) This course is designed for students who have a desire to enter the teaching field as a career or to learn more about the creative ways that technology is integrated into education. Students will learn to use IPods, Flip Video Recorders, Smart Boards, Digital Cameras, Blogs, Wikis and Virtual Learning websites as they relate to teachers and the classroom. Lesson planning and course implementation strategies will bring additional relevance to this curriculum and prepare students for a meaningful practicum. Students will earn an additional 0.5 Professional Communication credit which satisfies the Speech requirement for graduation within the curriculum of the course.

PEER TUTOR: EDUCATION PARTNERS 7603Y (7603 A & B) Grades: 10-12 Level: 2 Credit: 0.5-1 Prerequisite: Educator Approval (In the future Introduction to Education will be recommended before taking this course.) The supportive peers will assist an individual student or a small group of students with special needs in a general education classroom. Students will receive confidentiality training and sign a confidentiality statement. Peer tutors are encouraged to develop and maintain positive relationships outside of class. A reflection paper will be required at the end of the semester. HUMAN DEVELOPMENT 7502Y (7502 A & B) Grades: 10 -11 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None (In the future, Human Development will be a required course to participate in an Internship in Learning Design.) This is a course designed to introduce students to a possible career in the field of education. Students will learn many of the aspects of teaching and working with children. Students will earn an additional 0.5 Professional Communication credit which satisfies the Speech requirement for graduation within the curriculum of the course. INTERNSHIP IN LEARNING DESIGN (Formerly Ready Set Teach I) 7503Y (7503 A & B) Grades: 11-12 Level: 2 Credits: 2 Required Prerequisites: Application and instructor approval Recommended prerequisite: Technology Integration in Education (In the future, Human Development will be required to take this course.) This double-blocked class is for students who love kids and want to explore a career in education. Good grades and attendance with minimal tardiness are necessary for success in this program. This is a field-based internship program which provides students with background knowledge of child and adolescent development principles as well as principles of effective teaching. During the course of a week, students work under the joint direction and supervision of a high school educator and an educator at their field site location. Students will earn an additional 0.5 Professional Communication credit which satisfies the Speech requirement for graduation within the curriculum of the course.


PRACTICUM IN EDUCATION & TRAINING II (Formerly Ready Set Teach II) 7507Y (7507 A & B) Grade: 12 Level: 2 Credits: 2 Prerequisites: Ready, Set, Teach! I, application, and instructor approval This double-blocked class is for students who have completed RST and want to continue to explore a career in education. Students will continue to participate in the off-campus intern program in preparation for a career in the field of education. This focus of the intern program will be for students to work under the joint direction and supervision of a high school teacher and an educator at their field site location. This second-year internship will provide students the opportunity to specialize in a content area, grade level, or special population of learners. Students will design learning experiences and deliver instruction, gaining valuable experience in classrooms, and preparing them for a college major and career in education.

INTERIOR DESIGN 7236Y (7236 A & B) Grades: 10-12 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None Interior Design is a technical course that addresses psychological, physiological, and sociological needs of individuals by enhancing the environments in which they live and work. Individuals use knowledge and skills related to interior and exterior environments, construction, and furnishings to make wise consumer decisions, increase productivity, and compete in industry. Students will earn an additional 0.5 Professional Communication credit which satisfies the Speech requirement for graduation within the curriculum of the course.

INTRODUCTION TO HEALTH SCIENCE (Formerly known as Principles & Terminology of Health Science) 7400Y (7400 A & B) Grades: 9-10 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None The health science industry is comprised of diagnostic, therapeutic, health informatics, support services, and biotechnology research and development systems that function individually and collaboratively to provide comprehensive health care. Students should identify the employment opportunities, technology, and safety requirements of each system. They are expected to apply the knowledge and skills necessary to pursue a health science career through further education and employment. Students acquire word-building skills by learning prefixes, suffixes roots, and abbreviations. By relating terms to body systems, students identify proper use of words in a medical environment. Students will earn an additional 0.5 Professional Communication credit which satisfies the Speech requirement for graduation within the curriculum of the course. NOTE: In the future, this course will be recommended before taking other course in health science. HEALTH SCIENCE TECHNOLOGY (Formerly known as Health Science) 7401Y (7401 A & B) Grades: 10-12 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisites: Principles & Terminology of Health Science and concurrent enrollment or completion of Biology, (In the future Introduction to Health Science will be recommended before taking this course.) This course is designed to develop health care specific knowledge and skills in effective communications, ethical and legal responsibilities, client care, safety, first aid, and CPR. This course prepares the student for the transition to clinical or work based experiences in health care. Students will earn an additional 0.5 Professional Communication credit which satisfies the Speech requirement for graduation within the curriculum of the course.


® ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY3820Y (3820 A & B) Grades: 11-12 Level: 3 Credit: 1 Prerequisites: Biology and one additional science credit Students conduct laboratory investigations and fieldwork, use scientific methods during investigations, and make informed decisions using critical thinking and problem solving. Topics are presented though an integration of biology, chemistry, and physics. Students in Anatomy and Physiology of Human Systems study the structures and functions of the human body and body systems and investigate the body's responses to forces, maintenance of homeostasis, electrical interactions, transport systems, and energy processes. This course includes at least 40% laboratory investigation and fieldwork using appropriate scientific inquiry. This course satisfies the fourth year science requirement. ®FORENSIC SCIENCE 3807Y (3807 A & B) Grades: 11-12 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisites: Biology and Chemistry This is a course that uses a structured and scientific approach to the investigation of crimes of assault, abuse and neglect, domestic violence, accidental death, homicide. Students will learn terminology and investigative procedures related to crime scene, truth detection, and scientific procedures used to solve crimes. Using scientific methods, students will collect and analyze evidence through case studies and simulated crime scenes such as fingerprint analysis, ballistics, and blood spatter analysis. Students will learn the legal aspects and career options for forensic science. This course satisfies the fourth year science requirement. EMT DUAL CREDIT 7408Y (7408 A & B) EMT Release Grade: 12 Level: 3 Credits: 2 Prerequisite: DCCCD Application Approval Course Materials and Fees: Uniform, Insurance, Background Check, Drug Test, Immunizations, and $64 exam fee The Brookhaven EMT program is composed of courses that prepare students to function in emergency medical service positions in the pre-hospital environment. The certificate includes CHS classroom instruction, hospital rotations with emphasis on emergency department experience, and emergency ambulance experience. The EMT program includes instruction in basic life support, such as cardiopulmonary resuscitation, automatic external defibrillation, physical assessment, bandaging and splinting, traction splinting, spinal immobilization, airway management, oxygen therapy, and other noninvasive procedures. Upon completion of the EMT program, you will be prepared to take the National Registry Exam for Emergency Medical Technician – Basic. (Exam fee $64)

PHARMACY TECHNICIAN (PASSASSURED) 7410Y (7410 A & B) Grade: 12 Level: 3 Credits: 2 Prerequisite: Practicum in Health Science Course Fees: $150.00 registration and $129 exam fee PassAssured is a web-based Pharmacy Technician Training program specifically developed for individual self-paced instruction. The audio, video, motion graphics, pictures and interactive Testing Module provides the best training product available for future pharmacy technicians and places the user in a ‘real world’ pharmacy atmosphere. Upon completion of the course students must contact the Pharmacy Technician Pharmacy Technician Certification Board to register to the PTCB Exam.



Note: All STEM courses have a $25 course fee for consumable materials used in the course. Students will take a one-time, online 10-hour OSHA safety course. The cost of the OSHA course is $25. For more information, go to www.coppellisd.com/engineering/curriculum.

INTRODUCTION TO SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING, & MATHEMATICS (STEM) 7380Y (7380 A & B) Grades: 9-10 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisites: None Course Fees: $25 for materials and $25 for OSHA Certification (if not previously obtained). Students will learn how to apply the engineering design principles to solve various real world problems. In addition, students will also learn the mathematics-based origins of the solutions which they create. An exploration of various careers related to Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics will also be included. Hands-on projects include digital graphics and LEGO Robotics. This course is great for students unsure about engineering, but wants to learn more. Students will earn an additional 0.5 Professional Communication credit which satisfies the Speech requirement for graduation within the curriculum of the course. NOTE: In the future, this course will be recommended before taking other courses in STEM or engineering.

INFINITY I: ENGINEERING DESIGN PROCESS AND PRESENTATION 7303Y (7303 A & B) Grades: 10-12 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Geometry In the future, Introduction to STEM will be recommended to take this course. Course Fees: $25 (Plus $25 for OSHA Certification, if not previously obtained) Do you know what an engineer does? Would you like to know more? Engineering seeks to shape the world to meet human needs and wants. Engineers work with everything, from cars to houses to eco-friendly water bottles. In this age of global warming, energy conservation, and amazing technological advances, engineers are in greater demand than ever. Engineering Design & Development I explores the creative process of solving problems by identifying needs and devising solutions. This course emphasizes solving problems with real world applications. It is more than just theories and lessons. Students will work with a number of exciting things including robots, digital imaging and sound, bridges, and airplanes. Students will earn an additional 0.5 Professional Communication credit which satisfies the Speech requirement for graduation within the curriculum of the course INFINITY II 7313Y (7313 A & B) Grades: 11-12 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Infinity I Course Fees: $25 Students will continue to learn how to apply the engineering design process as they work in groups on multiple short-term projects or a long-term project. This course is the next step in the Engineering Design & Development pathway. It is a course in applied science and mathematics that is designed to prepare students more effectively for the advances in technology and engineering. The emphasis will be placed on hands-on activities, creative thinking and problem solving, while having fun learning. This class is a must have for students who want to have a more solid foundation before entering a university engineering program.

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EMAC Academy (Emerging Media & Communications)

The world of media is changing on a daily basis, with today’s technology unheard of even two or three years ago. This technology impacts media and its effects on society. The EMAC Academy will equip students with the skills necessary to be competitive at the collegiate level, having achieved numerous more relevant real-world experiences than their peers. By focusing on school coursework through the lens of media, students will focus on and have relevant learning projects that allow them to make connections to their future careers, meanwhile building relationships within their academy that are critical to a positive high school experience. Mission: The EMAC Academy mission is to prepare students to be lifelong learners in a media-influenced society. Utilizing creative and rigorous coursework across our curriculum, we will bridge the gap between technology and communication through meaningful, project-driven courses that blend subject-area learning with real-world experiences. We will instill strong journalistic ethics to seek truth, act independently, and minimize harm in order to achieve personal and academic goals. ABOUT THE EMAC ACADEMY: Emerging Media and Communications Academy (EMAC) is a four year program that prepares students with knowledge, skills and experience for careers in radio, television, film, web design, photography, magazine and newspaper writing, and graphic design. By integrating the core curriculum with media classes, students will find relevance in coursework by exploring it through the lens of media while simultaneously examining their potential future career choice. The EMAC Academy also provides a smaller learning community within the larger Coppell High School, thereby personalizing education and allowing for students to better focus on building relationships with their teachers and peers with a similar interest. EMAC courses are both challenging and rigorous providing students with the opportunity to meet the measures necessary for the Distinguished Achievement Plan (DAP) graduation plan. Freshmen are encouraged to take Introduction to Media & Reporting to determine their interest in communications before being required to commit to the EMAC Academy in their sophomore year. Students must commit to an entire school year, due to the fact that the curriculum calendar varies from general CHS classes. Students will produce a personal digital portfolio in each year of participation. For more information about the EMAC Academy, please visit: www.coppellisd.com/emac


INTRODUCTORY COURSE FOR EMAC The following course is designed to introduce freshmen and sophomores to EMAC coursework before commitment to the EMAC Academy. INTRODUCTION TO MEDIA & REPORTING (Formerly known as Principles of Arts, A/V Technology & Communication 7125 and Journalism 1570) 7125Y (7125 A & B) Grades: 9-10 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None Required Course Materials: 8 GB Class 10 SD card Recommended: DSLR camera with video capability Interested in a career in media? Then take this course to gain a foundation in media technology, history, law, and ethics and the principles of reporting communication. Learn how to be a critical viewer, producer and consumer of media texts, writing in a journalistic style and presenting news for a variety of audiences. In this class, students will develop an understanding of the media industry with a focus on audio and video production as well as research, writing, reporting, and print layout for publishing. This class serves as a prerequisite for the on-campus television program KCBY-TV, the Sidekick Newspaper, the Roundup Yearbook, and the EMAC (Emerging Media & Communications) Academy. Students will earn an additional 0.5 Professional Communication credit which satisfies the Speech requirement for graduation within the curriculum of the course. NOTE: In the future, this course will be recommended before joining EMAC and taking other EMAC courses.

EMAC ELECTIVES AUDIO/VIDEO PRODUCTION – KCBY I EMAC 7120EY (7120 EA & EB) Grades: 10-12 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Principles of Arts, A/V Tech or Basics of Video Editing and Journalism A and course application with advisor approval Course Materials and Fees: 8 GB SD card, headphones and a $25 lab fee (In the future, Introduction to Media & Reporting will be recommended before taking this course.) Students apply the basics learned in the prerequisite media classes as they work in production teams for the campus television show. This class will train you in more advanced editing skills using industry standard software. Students will also contribute video stories to the convergence media project in partnership with Sidekick Online (www.Coppellstudentmedia.com). KCBY has opportunities for students interested in video technology, graphic arts, marketing/advertising, social media and business management. Students with a variety of skills are needed for this team effort so inquire, if interested. Students will earn an additional 0.5 Professional Communication credit which satisfies the Speech requirement for graduation within the curriculum of the course. ADVANCED A/V PRODUCTION – KCBY II EMAC 7121 EY (7121 EA & EB) Grades: 11-12 Level: 3 Credit: 2 Prerequisite: Audio/Video Production - KCBY I Course Materials and Fees: 8 GB SD card, headphones and $25 lab fee This double-blocked class offers opportunities for students interested in advanced video technology, graphic arts, marketing/advertising, social media and business management, in the practical setting of a video production company. Students in this class will be leaders in the on-campus television station and produce numerous videos, and short films for the weekly show as well as for competition. Students will contribute to the convergence media project in partnership with Sidekick Online (www.Coppellstudentmedia.com).




INTERNSHIP IN A/V PRODUCTION – KCBY III EMAC 7122EY (7122 EA & EB) Grades: 11-12 Level: 3 Credit: 2 Prerequisite: Advanced Audio/Video Production - KCBY II Course Materials and Fees: 8 GB SD card, headphones and $25 lab fee This double-blocked class offers opportunities for students interested in advanced video production in the practical setting of a video production company. Students in this class will be leaders in the on-campus television station and produce videos for CHS. Students will contribute work on live streaming opportunities, produce productions for campus programs and contribute videos to the convergence media project in partnership with Sidekick Online (www.Coppellstudentmedia.com). PRACTICUM IN A/V PRODUCTION - KCBY IV EMAC 7123EY (7123 EA & EB) Grade: 12 Level: 3 Credit: 2 Prerequisite: Internship in Audio/Video Production – KCBY III Course Materials and Fees: 8 GB SD card, headphones and $25 lab fee This double-blocked class explores careers in audio and video technology and film production that span all aspects of the audio/video communications industry. Within this context, in addition to developing advanced technical knowledge and skills needed for success in the Arts, Audio/Video Technology, and Communications career cluster, students will be expected to develop an increasing understanding of the industry with a focus on applying pre-production, production, and post-production audio and video activities in a studio environment. As available, students will shadow in professional settings for practicum training. Instruction is delivered through lab-based classroom experiences and career preparation opportunities. FILM, CINEMA, & DOCUMENTARY EMAC 7000EY (7000 EA & EB) Grades: 10-12 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None (In the future, Introduction to Media & Reporting will be recommended to take this course.) Required Course Materials: 8 GB Class 10 SD card Recommended: DSLR camera with video capability This course will include a combination of lecture, film screenings and discussions in historical and critical survey, with examples, of American motion picture both as developing art form and as medium of mass communication. Students acquire understanding of practical and aesthetic challenges undertaken by artists and professionals in making of motion pictures and television. Examination of film as both art and industry: storytelling, sound and visual design, casting and performance, editing, finance, advertising, and distribution.

GRAPHIC DESIGN EMAC (Formerly known as Digital Graphics & Animation 7101) 7101EY (7101 A & B) Grades: 10-12 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None (In the future, Introduction to Media & Reporting will be recommended to take this course.) Do you want to use your creative side to make cool posters and funky images? Do you want to impress your friends, family and teachers with your graphic skills and have fun doing it? If you answered yes to either of these questions, this course is for you. You will develop your creative and problem solving skills and learn basic design principles. A variety of software programs will be used from Photoshop to Web 2.0 sites - all to support your budding creativity. The class will give you a solid foundation for a career in the Arts, Audio/Visual Technology, and Communications industry. Graphic Design will focus your imagination and give you valuable skills to use in school, on the job and for the rest of your life! Students will earn an additional 0.5 Professional Communication credit which satisfies the Speech requirement for graduation within the curriculum of the course. PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHY EMAC (Formerly known as Digital Photography 1564) 7108EY (7108 EA & EB) Grades: 10-12 Level: 2 Credits: 1 Prerequisite: None (In the future, Introduction to Media & Reporting will be recommended before taking this course.) Course Materials and Fees: 35mm Digital SLR Camera with flash unit, rechargeable batteries, 8GB memory card, uploading cord or memory card reader, and lab fee of no more than $25. This class is an introductory level course to commercial photography and photographic storytelling. The purpose of the course is to familiarize students interested in digital photography with the basic operations of a digital camera, as well as, with how to effectively take photographs, upload and professionally manage them, and create a work flow environment for editing and printing. Students will be taught about basic composition, color theory, lighting, and , as well as, the skill set specific to digital photography such as manipulating, softening, and blending. A print portfolio of work will be completed by the end of the semester to show the work achieved during the semester. The camera necessary for this course is a Digital SLR that allows for change to ISO, Shutter Speeds, and Apertures.



ANIMATION EMAC (Formerly known as Digital Graphics & Animation 7109) 7111EY (7109 EA & EB) Grades: 11-12 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None (In the future, Graphic Design will be required to take this course.) Do you want to get things in motion? See your world spin? Create a cartoon that makes people laugh? Animation will teach you how to tell a story that not only moves the audience but will move on the screen. From storyboards to dope sheets and frame by frame to special effects, Animation will spin your world. Animation will let you broaden and explore new technologies as well as practice the standard animation styles. The class will give you a solid foundation for a career in the Arts, Audio/Visual Technology, and Communications industry. Animation will focus your imagination and give you valuable skills to use in school, on the job and for the rest of your life! For more about the different types of animation, check out this website: www.the-flying-animator.com/types-of-animation.html. Students will earn an additional 0.5 Professional Communication credit which satisfies the Speech requirement for graduation within the curriculum of the course. YEARBOOK I EMAC 7127EY (7127 EA & EB) Grades: 10-12 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisites: Advisor Interview & approval (In the future, Introduction to Media & Reporting will be recommended before taking this course.) Recommended Course Materials: 35mm Digital SLR Camera with flash unit, rechargeable batteries, 8GB memory card, & uploading cord or memory card reader Join the Round-Up yearbook staff and experience a class and organization like no other on campus! Round-Up staff members attend a variety of in school and out of school activities, including pep rallies, sporting events, theater performances, club meetings, school dances, class fundraisers, academic courses and more. Staff members receive hands-on training on how to use interviews, digital SLR cameras, design software, and publishing tools to create pages for a 500 page, award-winning publication in a professional and business-oriented setting. And, if you have an interest in advertising, the yearbook chooses a student-led advertising staff to handle the senior ads sold each year as well as the marketing of the yearbook to the community. Theme development, photograph composition, caption writing, copy editing, yearbook marketing and desktop publishing are all units of study. Being a Round-Up staff member requires extensive out of class/after-school time, and a personal digital camera is recommended. Come join the team that’s in the know and on the go! Students will earn an additional 0.5 Professional Communication credit which satisfies the Speech requirement for graduation within the curriculum of the course.

YEARBOOK II EMAC 7128EY (7128 EA & EB) Grades: 10-12 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Yearbook I and instructor approval Course Materials: 35mm Digital SLR Camera with flash unit, rechargeable batteries, 8GB memory card, & uploading cord or memory card reader Students enrolled in this class successfully completed their first year as Round-Up Yearbook Staff members and have been invited to continue on staff. The second year of yearbook requires students to apply the journalistic, advertising and marketing, and photojournalistic skills necessary to produce the school annual. Hands-on participation in the creation of the Round-Up, its web site, and its marketing campaign are necessary projects as is the application of theme and concept development, section development, graphic design techniques, photo editing tools, business management, public relations, and staff leadership. Yearbook II requires extensive out of class and after-school time, and a personal digital camera is recommended. YEARBOOK III EMAC 7129EY (7129 EA & EB) Grades: 11-12 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Yearbook II or Desktop Publishing: Yearbook and instructor approval Course Materials and Fees: 35mm Digital SLR Camera with flash unit, rechargeable batteries, 8GB memory card, & uploading cord or memory card reader Students enrolled in this class successfully completed their first two years of Round-up Yearbook Staff members and have been asked to return as staff members and/or editorial leaders. Students in their third year of yearbook are expected to apply their journalistic and photojournalistic skills as well as their employability and leadership skills to produce the school’s annual publication. Students will conduct interviews, shoot photographs, write stories, captions and headlines, participate in book and ad sales, participate in on and off campus activities, and much more Decisions concerning theme and concept development, section development, visual and verbal graphic designs, photo stories, and public relations management are interwoven with staff team building, school promotion, and community service.

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NEWSPAPER I EMAC 1580EY (1580 EA & EB) Grade: 10-12 Level: 3 Credit: 1 (In the future, Introduction to Media & Reporting will be recommended before taking this course.) The Sidekick is the student newspaper at CHS and its staff manages www.Coppellstudentmedia.com. The newspaper staff consists of staff writers, editors, photographers, advertising sales staff, graphic artists, and Web designers. In this advanced convergence journalism course, students receive hands-on experience for what life is like as a college or professional journalist. The Web site is updated each school day and serves as the primary source for Sidekick staffers to present news to the campus and community. Responsibilities include reporting, writing, blogging, photography, video production, page design, business management, advertisement sales, public relations and promotions. Students wishing to pursue a degree or career in the media gain valuable experience. Assignments are deadline oriented. Newspaper I requires some after school time.

NEWSPAPER II EMAC 1581EY (1581 EA & EB) Grade: 11-12 Level: 3 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Newspaper I and advisor approval In this advanced convergence journalism course, students receive hands-on experience for what life is like as a college or professional journalist. www.Coppellstudentmedia.com is updated each school day and serves as the primary source for Sidekick staffers to present news to the campus and community, in addition to seven printed issues each school year. Responsibilities include reporting, writing, blogging, photography, video production, page design, graphic design, business management, advertisement sales, public relations and promotions. Newspaper II requires some after school time.

NEWSPAPER III EMAC 1582EY (1582 EA & EB) Grade: 12 Level: 3 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Newspaper I and II or Newspaper I and Desktop Publishing and advisor approval In this advanced convergence journalism course, students receive hands-on experience for what life is like as a college or professional journalist. www.Coppellstudentmedia.com is updated each school day and serves as the primary source for Sidekick staffers to present news to the campus and community, in addition to seven printed issues each school year. Responsibilities include reporting, writing, blogging, photography, video production, page design, graphic design, business management, advertisement sales, public relations and promotions. Newspaper III requires some after school time.





PSA Academy (Public Service – Education & Health Science)

The mission of the Public Services Academy at Coppell High School is to create an innovative, ethical, and global citizen that will provide leadership, professionalism and service-mindedness to their chosen career in the field of education or health care. The PSA Experience The academy offers a variety of courses that are rigorous and relevant to careers in education and health care. The academy is highly engaged in higher order thinking, and offers experience in high skill and high performing careers. The focus on education and medicine with Level 3 core subjects creates engagement and relevant career connections for students. The curriculum prepares students for global opportunities in education and health care careers while personalizing the high school experience with small learning communities. We provide service learning and practical opportunities that will make students highly marketable for college acceptance. Students are required to sign a commitment letter for each year that they are in the academy Education: The curriculum provides students with background knowledge of child and adolescent development principles as well as principles and methods of effective teaching. Students work under the joint supervision of a high school teacher and elementary and/or middle school teachers at their field-site. Students also participate in Family, Career and Community Leaders of America, a statewide organization that offers students the opportunity to explore the teaching profession by creating and supporting various activities, workshops, contests, scholarships and summer workshops. Health Care: The curriculum is specialized to meet global variability in the field of medicine. Students develop professional skills to communicate effectively through a variety of mediums as well as learn skills that are specific to many medical disciplines. These skills will culminate in conjunction within a medically focused curriculum and a non-paid medical work site. Students also participate in the Health Occupation Students of America, an organization that promotes competition and leadership, service learning and training for students interested in careers in health care.


INTRODUCTORY COURSE FOR PSA EDUCATION The following course is designed to introduce freshmen and sophomores to PSA Education coursework before commitment to the PSA Academy. INTRODUCTION TO EDUCATION (Formerly known as Principles of Education, Training, & Development) 7500Y (7500 A & B) Grades: 9-10 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None This is a course designed to introduce learners to the various careers available within the education and training career cluster. Students will also gain understanding and knowledge of human development across the lifespan with emphasis upon research, theoretical perspectives, and common physical, cognitive, emotional, and social developmental milestones. The course covers material that is generally taught in a postsecondary, one-semester introductory course in developmental psychology or human development. Students will earn an additional 0.5 Professional Communication credit which satisfies the Speech requirement for graduation within the curriculum of the course. Note: In the future, this will be a recommended course before taking other education courses. PSA EDUCATION ELECTIVES INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNOLOGY IN EDUCATION PSA (Formerly Instructional Practices in Education) 7501PY (7501 PA & PB) Grades: 10-12 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None (In the future Introduction to Education will be recommended before taking this course.) This course is designed for students who have a desire to enter the teaching field as a career or to learn more about the creative ways that technology is integrated into education. Students will learn to use IPods, Flip Video Recorders, Smart Boards, Digital Cameras, Blogs, Wikis and Virtual Learning websites as they relate to teachers and the classroom. Lesson planning and course implementation strategies will bring additional relevance to this curriculum and prepare students for a meaningful practicum. Students will earn an additional 0.5 Professional Communication credit which satisfies the Speech requirement for graduation within the curriculum of the course.

INTERNSHIP IN LEARNING DESIGN PSA (Formerly Ready Set Teach I) 7503PY (7503 PA & PB) Grades: 11-12 Level: 2 Credits: 2 Prerequisites: Application and instructor approval (In the future, Human Development will be required to take this course.) Recommended prerequisite: Technology Integration in Education This double-blocked class is for students who love kids and want to explore a career in education. Good grades and attendance with minimal tardiness are necessary for success in this program. This is a field-based internship program which provides students with background knowledge of child and adolescent development principles as well as principles of effective teaching. During the course of a week, students work under the joint direction and supervision of a high school educator and an educator at their field site location. Students will earn an additional 0.5 Professional Communication credit which satisfies the Speech requirement for graduation within the curriculum of the course.

INTERNSHIP IN LEARNING FACILITATION PSA (Formerly Ready Set Teach II) 7507PY (7507 PA & PB) Grade: 12 Level: 2 Credits: 2 Prerequisites: Ready, Set, Teach! I, application, and instructor approval This double-blocked class is for students who have completed RST and want to continue to explore a career in education. Students will continue to participate in the off-campus intern program in preparation for a career in the field of education. This focus of the intern program will be for students to work under the joint direction and supervision of a high school teacher and an educator at their field site location... This second-year internship will provide students the opportunity to specialize in a content area, grade level, or special population of learners. Students will design learning experiences and deliver instruction, gaining valuable experience in classrooms, and preparing them for a college major and career in education.


INTRODUCTORY COURSE FOR PSA HEALTH SCIENCE The following course is designed to introduce freshmen and sophomores to PSA Education coursework before commitment to the PSA Academy. INTRODUCTION TO HEALTH SCIENCE (Formerly known as Principles & Terminology of Health Science) 7400Y (7400 A & B) Grades: 9-10 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None The health science industry is comprised of diagnostic, therapeutic, health informatics, support services, and biotechnology research and development systems that function individually and collaboratively to provide comprehensive health care. Students should identify the employment opportunities, technology, and safety requirements of each system. They are expected to apply the knowledge and skills necessary to pursue a health science career through further education and employment. Students acquire word-building skills by learning prefixes, suffixes roots, and abbreviations. By relating terms to body systems, students identify proper use of words in a medical environment. Students will earn an additional 0.5 Professional Communication credit which satisfies the Speech requirement for graduation within the curriculum of the course. NOTE: In the future, this course will be a required prerequisite for all health science courses. Note: In the future, this will be a recommended course before taking other health science courses. PSA HEALTH SCIENCE ELECTIVES HEALTH SCIENCE TECHNOLOGY (Formerly Health Science) 7401PY (7401 PA & PB) Grades: 10-12 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisites: Principles & Terminology of Health Science and concurrent enrollment or completion of Biology (In the future Introduction to Health Science will be recommended before taking this course.) This course is designed to develop health care specific knowledge and skills in effective communications, ethical and legal responsibilities, client care, safety, first aid, and CPR. This course prepares the student for the transition to clinical or work based experiences in health care. Students will earn an additional 0.5 Professional Communication credit which satisfies the Speech requirement for graduation within the curriculum of the course.

CERTIFIED NURSE ASSISTANT PSA (Formerly Practicum in Health Science) 7402PY (7402 PA & PB) Grades: 11-12 Level: 3 Credit: 2 Prerequisite: Health Science, Biology, 16 years of age, Application and Instructor approval (In the future, Health Science Technology will be recommended to take this course). Additional Costs, Materials, & Fees: Background Check, Drug Test, Uniform, Immunizations, $15 Insurance fee, & certification/exam fees Preparation for entry level certified nursing assistants to achieve a level of knowledge, skills, and abilities that are essential in order to provide basic care to residents of long-term care facilities. A health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational nursing theory, skills, and concepts including legal and ethical rights, communication, safety, and assisting residents with basic patient care. Emphasis on effective interaction with members of the health care team will also be included. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional. Upon completion of the Certified Nursing Assistant Program, you will be prepared to take the state certification skills and written exam.

® ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY PSA3820PY (3820 PA & PB) Grades: 11-12 Level: 3 Credit: 1 Prerequisites: Biology and one additional science credit Students conduct laboratory investigations and fieldwork, use scientific methods during investigations, and make informed decisions using critical thinking and problem solving. Topics are presented though an integration of biology, chemistry, and physics. Students in Anatomy and Physiology of Human Systems study the structures and functions of the human body and body systems and investigate the body's responses to forces, maintenance of homeostasis, electrical interactions, transport systems, and energy processes. This course includes at least 40% laboratory investigation and fieldwork using appropriate scientific inquiry. This course satisfies the fourth year science requirement. ®FORENSIC SCIENCE PSA 3807PY (3807 PA & PB) Grades: 11-12 Level: 3 Credit: 1 Prerequisites: Biology and Chemistry This is a course that uses a structured and scientific approach to the investigation of crimes of assault, abuse and neglect, domestic violence, accidental death, homicide. Students will learn terminology and investigative procedures related to crime scene, truth detection, and scientific procedures used to solve crimes. Using scientific methods, students will collect and analyze evidence through case studies and simulated crime scenes such as fingerprint analysis, ballistics, and blood spatter analysis. Students will learn the legal aspects and career options for forensic science. This course satisfies the fourth year science requirement.


EMERGENCY MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY (EMT) DUAL CREDIT 7408Y (7408 A & B) EMT Release Grade: 12 Level: 3 Credits: 2 Prerequisite: DCCCD Application Approval Course Materials and Fees: Uniform, Insurance, Background Check, Drug Test, Immunizations, and $64 exam fee The Brookhaven EMT program is composed of courses that prepare students to function in emergency medical service positions in the pre-hospital environment. The certificate includes CHS classroom instruction, hospital rotations with emphasis on emergency department experience, and emergency ambulance experience. The EMT program includes instruction in basic life support, such as cardiopulmonary resuscitation, automatic external defibrillation, physical assessment, bandaging and splinting, traction splinting, spinal immobilization, airway management, oxygen therapy, and other noninvasive procedures. Upon completion of the EMT program, you will be prepared to take the National Registry Exam for Emergency Medical Technician – Basic. (Exam fee $64) PHARMACY TECHNICIAN (PASSASSURED) 7410Y (7410 A & B) Grade: 12 Level: 3 Credits: 2 Prerequisite: Practicum in Health Science Course Fees: $150.00 registration and $129 exam fee PassAssured is a web-based Pharmacy Technician Training program specifically developed for individual self-paced instruction. The audio, video, motion graphics, pictures and interactive Testing Module provides the best training product available for future pharmacy technicians and places the user in a ‘real world’ pharmacy atmosphere. Upon completion of the course students must contact the Pharmacy Technician Pharmacy Technician Certification Board to register for the PTCB



STEM ACADEMY (Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics)

The School of Engineering has developed the STEM Academy to better meet the needs of our pre-college engineering students. The STEM Academy ensures CHS students thrive in the 21st century economy by studying and entering into STEM fields. The cornerstone of STEM Academy learning is student engagement and exposure to innovation and design in STEM-focused instruction and learning that models real-world contexts. The Academy closely aligns high school curriculum and admission requirements of competitive colleges with the STEM qualifications for 21st century jobs. Teachers will employ Pre-AP, GT, and PBL strategies to help all students be successful. Throughout the program, lessons and material are scaffolded for students, creating a uniquely customized learning experience. In keeping with college and career readiness, students in the STEM Academy will be offered the opportunity to meet the measures necessary for Distinguished Achievement Plan (DAP) graduation designation. In addition, the Academy is offering a number of dual credit options for students to pursue as well. Students in the academy will be given the opportunity to earn up to 36 hours of college credit. Please see the Engineering website (www.coppellisd.com/engineering/curriculum) showing the recommended sequence of courses to guide your planning. Note: All School of Engineering courses have a $25 course fee for consumable materials used in the course. Students will take a one-time, online 10-hour OSHA safety course. The cost of the OSHA course is $25. STEM Academy students will HAVE THE CREDIT for computer applications WAIVED upon completion of their third Engineering course. For more information, go to www.coppellisd.com/engineering/curriculum.




INTRODUCTORY COURSE FOR STEM The following course is designed to introduce freshmen and sophomores to STEM Academy coursework before commitment to the PSA Academy. INTRODUCTION TO SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING, & MATHEMATICS (STEM) 7380SY (7380 SA & SB) Grades: 9-10 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisites: None Course Fees: $25 for materials and $25 for OSHA Certification (if not previously obtained). Students will learn how to apply scientific design principles to solve various real world problems. In addition, students will also learn the mathematics-based origins of the solutions which they create. An exploration of various careers related to Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics will also be included. Hands-on projects include digital graphics and LEGO Robotics. This course is great for students interested in STEM careers. Students will earn an additional 0.5 Professional Communication credit which satisfies the Speech requirement for graduation within the curriculum of the course. NOTE: In the future, this course will be recommended before taking other STEM Academy courses.

STEM ELECTIVES SCIENTIFIC DATA ACQUISITION & ANALYSIS 7302SY (7302 SA & SB) Grades: 10-12 Level: 3 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None (In the future, Introduction to STEM will be recommended to take this course.) Course Fee: $25 In this first course of the STEM pathway, learners will apply the engineering design process as they work in small groups on multiple short-term and long-term design problems. Learners will become familiar with standard scientific and engineering instrumentation and will work in the context of engineering design problems in disciplines such as mechanical, electrical, civil, materials, and biomedical engineering. During this course, learners will gain knowledge and applications of circuits, electronic measurement, and electronic implementation. This course provides a strong foundation for careers in any STEM field in an increasingly technical world.

BIOTECHNOLOGY 7310SY (7310 SA & SB) Grades: 11-12 Level: 3 Credit: 1 Prerequisites: Biology, Scientific Data Acquisition and Analysis or Principles of Engineering (In the future, Scientific Data Acquisition & Analysis will be required to take this course.) Course Lab Fee: $25 (Plus $25 for OSHA Certification if not previously obtained) In this third course of the STEM Academy, learners will apply the engineering design process as they work in small groups on multiple short-term and long-term design problems. This course provides an overview of biotechnology, bioengineering, and related fields. Topics include genetics, cell structure, proteins, nucleic acids, and the impact of immunological events in biotechnology. Learners further study the increasingly important agricultural, environmental, economic, and political roles of bioenergy and biological remediation; the roles of nanoscience and nanotechnology in biotechnology medical research; and future trends in biological science and biotechnology.

ENGINEERING ELECTIVES PRINCIPLES OF ENGINEERING – STEM I 7301SY (7301 SA & SB) Grades: 10-11 Level: 3 Credit: 1 Prerequisites: Introduction to STEM and Geometry Concurrent enrollment in Academy Algebra II and Academy Chemistry (In the future, Introduction to STEM will be recommended before taking this course.) Course Lab Fee: $25 (Plus $25 for OSHA Certification if not previously obtained) In this first course of the engineering pathway, learners will apply the engineering design process as they work in small groups on multiple short-term and long-term design problems. This course will familiarize learners with standard scientific and engineering instrumentation and will work in the context of engineering design problems in disciplines such as mechanical, electrical, civil, materials, and biomedical engineering. Various systems will be described in terms of space, time, energy, and matter. Learners will study a variety of topics that include laws of motion, conservation of energy, momentum, electricity, magnetism, thermodynamics, and characteristics and behavior of waves.


ENGINEERING DESIGN – STEM II 7305SY (7305 SA & SB) Grades: 10-12 Level: 3 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: STEM I Course Lab Fee: $25 (Plus $25 for OSHA Certification if not previously obtained) In this second course of the STEM Academy, students will learn how to apply the engineering design process as they work in small groups on multiple short-term and long-term design problems. Components of the Infinity Project curriculum will be implemented to teach the fundamentals of digital signal processing and automated data acquisition. Students will become familiar with standard scientific and engineering instrumentation and will work in the context of engineering design problems in disciplines such as mechanical, electrical, civil, materials, and biomedical engineering. ENGINEERING MATH – STEM II 7306SY (7306 SA & SB) Grades: 10-12 Level: 3 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: STEM I Course Lab Fee: $25 (Plus $25 for OSHA Certification if not previously obtained) In this course of the STEM Academy, students will learn how to apply the mathematical principles to engineering as they work in small groups on multiple short-term and long-term design problems. Techniques for acquiring a variety of engineering data will be investigated along with ways to analyze the data and draw conclusions as to the quality of the data, relationships between variables, and the methods used for data acquisition. Students will become familiar with standard scientific and engineering instrumentation and will work in the context of engineering design problems in disciplines such as mechanical, electrical, civil, materials, and biomedical engineering. ADVANCED ENGINEERING DESIGN & PRESENTATION - STEM III 7303SY (7303 SA & SB) Grades: 11-12 Level: 3 Credit: 2 Prerequisite: STEM II Course Lab Fee: $25 (Plus $25 for OSHA Certification if not previously obtained) In this third course of the STEM Academy, students will learn how to apply the engineering design process as they work in small groups on multiple short-term design problems and on long-term projects. Students will engage in projects that will demonstrate the integration of different systems. One such project will involve the manufacture and distribution of electrical power. This is a demonstration of the integration of mechanical and electrical systems. Students will also begin working on introductory projects and programs that will lead to their senior engineering project.

All students in the EMAC, PSA, & STEM Academies have integrated academic core courses. The following courses are the academic core options for Academy students. ACADEMY CORE COURSES ENGLISH ®ENGLISH II for the ACADEMIES 1211XY (1211 XA & XB) Grade: 10 Level: 3 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None In this inquiry driven course that parallels Academy World History’s chronology, learners will use literature as a way to gain a contextual understanding of the big ideas in world history and how those ideas affect the world today. Learners will experience active, high level learning, engaging in EMAC, PSA (medicine and education), and STEM related activities through the lens of English Language Arts and Reading (ELAR), developing skills and habits of mind needed to succeed in college and the business world. Because this advanced course emphasizes a wider range and a greater depth of subject matter, learners will be challenged to develop advanced skills in reading, composition, oral communication, and logical argument. As they hone communication skills, learners will write for a variety of purposes in a variety of modes, producing essays, poetry, speeches, and presentations for audiences in and out of the classroom. ®ENGLISH III for the ACADEMIES 1305XY (1305 XA & XB) Grade: 11 Level: 3 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None In this inquiry-driven course, learners will explore both fiction and non-fiction literary works of major authors and periods in American literature. They will experience active learning, approaching texts in a variety of ways and developing the skills, habits of mind, and concepts needed to understand how literature impacts life. Learners will be allowed greater autonomy in their choice of product, process and content, engaging in EMAC, PSA (medicine and education), and STEM-related activities through the lens of English Language Arts and Reading. ELAR skills will be mastered in the context of challenging content that requires learners to think deeply and to exercise discipline in order to demonstrate understanding, raise questions, and present and defend ideas.


®AP ENGLISH III for the ACADEMIES 1311XY (1311 XA & XB) Grade: 11 Level: 4 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None Course objectives are the same as AP English III; however, students will be allowed greater autonomy in their choice of product, process, and content. Because Academy learners are expected to produce professional presentations, this course will provide added emphasis in applying rhetorical skills to oratory. ®ENGLISH IV for the ACADEMIES 1400XY (1400 XA & XB) Grade: 12 Level: 3 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None In this inquiry-driven course, learners will explore both fiction and non-fiction literary works of major authors and periods in British literature. They will experience active learning, approaching texts in a variety of ways and developing the skills, habits of mind, and concepts needed to understand how literature impacts life. Learners will be allowed greater autonomy in their choice of product, process and content, engaging in EMAC, PSA (medicine and education), and STEM-related activities through the lens of English Language Arts and Reading. ELAR skills will be mastered in the context of challenging content that requires learners to think deeply and to exercise discipline in order to demonstrate understanding, raise questions, and present and defend ideas. ®AP ENGLISH IV for the ACADEMIES 1411XY (1411 XA & XB) Grade: 12 Level: 4 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None Advanced Placement Senior English focuses on developing the types of interpretative skills and writing competencies which prepare students for the AP English literature examination and for advanced work at the college level. The first semester students receive intensive training in analyzing literature for structure, in analyzing the flow of details in an author’s writing style, and in developing the ability to question a literary text. Reading assignments stress the thematic relationship between different genres. Selections are drawn from a wide range of historical periods. The second semester curriculum focuses on the application of the first semester skills to literary works of much greater depth and complexity. Each semester students write several documented papers as well as other compositions. Students enrolled in the course are encouraged to take the Advanced Placement Literature exam in May. Successful completion of a previous Pre-AP/AP English course is strongly recommended but not required. Summer reading is required.

MATH ®GEOMETRY for the ACADEMIES 2221XY (2221 XA & XB) Grade: 10 Level: 3 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Algebra I Geometry consists of the study of geometric figures and the relationships among them. Students use spatial reasoning and geometric thinking to understand mathematical concepts, study properties and relationships having to do with size, shape, location, direction, and orientation of these figures, study the connection between geometry and the real world and use geometric ideas, relationships, and properties to solve problems. Students also solve meaningful problems by representing figures, transforming figures, and analyzing and proving relationships, and use a variety of representations, tools, and technology. The curriculum utilizes strategies such as project-based learning to immerse students in rigorous course work. This course is aligned with the Texas College & Career Readiness Standards. ®ALGEBRA II for the ACADEMIES 2300XY (2300 XA & XB) Grade: 10-11 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Algebra I, Geometry This course expands on the topics covered in Algebra I and Geometry, providing further development of the concept of a function. Major topics include the complex number system, linear functions, systems of equations and inequalities, and conic sections. Students will use a variety of representations, tools, and technology to model mathematical situations and solve meaningful problems involving linear, quadratic, polynomial, exponential, logarithmic, and radical functions. ®ALGEBRA II for the ACADEMIES 2331XY (2331 XA & XB) Grade: 10-11 Level: 3 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Algebra I, Geometry This course expands on the topics covered in Algebra I and Geometry, providing further development of the concept of a function. Major topics include the complex number system, linear functions, systems of equations and inequalities, conic sections. Students will use a variety of representations, tools, and technology to model mathematical situations and solve meaningful problems involving linear, quadratic, polynomial, exponential, logarithmic, and radical functions. The content will include natural log functions, sequences and series, and an introduction to trigonometry. Additional emphasis is placed on multiple solution strategies and the development of critical-thinking skills and unique needs of the gifted and talented mathematics students. The curriculum utilizes strategies such as project-based learning to immerse students in rigorous course work. The Algebra II course is aligned with the Texas College & Career Readiness Standards.


®PRE-CALCULUS for the ACADEMIES 2441XY (2441 XA & XB) Grade: 9-12 Level: 3 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II This course begins with an intensive study of the six trigonometric functions and their inverses. Included will be a study of trigonometric identities and equations, vectors, parametric equations, and polar coordinates. This course continues with an intensive study of the nature of graphs. Polynomial, rational, exponential, and logarithmic functions will be included in the study. Heavy emphasis will be placed on sequences and series. The course will also include an introduction to beginning calculus concepts with a study of limits and derivatives. Topics are covered more rigorously than in a regular Pre-Calculus course. The Academy Pre-calculus course is aligned with the Texas College & Career Readiness Standards. ®AP CALCULUS BC for the ACADEMIES 2501XY (2501 XA & XB) Grade: 10-11 Level: 4 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II This course prepares students for the AP Calculus BC Exam. This course includes all the topics covered in Calculus AB along with such topics as arc length and surfaces of revolution, work, trigonometric integrals, sequences and series. Taylor and Maclaurin polynomials and series, derivatives of parametric equations, differentiation and integration of vector-valued functions, partial derivatives and additional integration techniques. Reading requirements include text written on the college level. The STEM Calculus course is aligned with the Texas College & Career Readiness Standards. *Scheduling is dependent upon enrollment. If enough students are not enrolled, the class may be co-sat with another class or not scheduled for the year. ®STATISTICS and RISK MANAGEMENT 2452XY (2452 XA & XB) Grade: 11-12 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II Students are introduced to the major concepts and tools for collecting, analyzing, and drawing conclusions from data, will be built around the following themes: exploring data by observing patterns, planning a study by deciding what and how to measure, anticipating patterns in advance, producing models that use probability and statistics, and confirmation of models through statistical inference.

SCIENCE ®CHEMISTRY for the ACADEMIES 3321XY (3321 XA & XB) Grade: 10 Level: 3 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Biology This course is designed to provide the Academy student with an enriched and expanded chemistry curriculum. The curriculum utilizes strategies such as project based learning to immerse students in rigorous course work. Emphasis is on mathematical applications, lab techniques, critical thinking, the use of technology, communication skills and cross curricular applications of chemical principles. This course is aligned with the Texas College & Career Readiness Standards. ®PHYSICS for the ACADEMIES 3430XY (3430 XA & XB) Grade: 11 Level: 4 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Chemistry This course is designed to provide the Academy student with an enriched and expanded physics curriculum. Using engineering themes as the central focus, the curriculum includes topics in both classical and modern physics. An understanding of algebra and basic trigonometry is required for the course; the basic ideas of calculus may be introduced in connection with physical concepts, such as acceleration and work. Understanding of basic principles involved and the ability to apply these principles in the solution of problems are the major goals of this course. The Academy Physics course is aligned with the Texas College & Career Readiness Standards. ®AP PHYSICS B for the ACADEMIES 3430XY (3430 XA & XB) Grade: 11 Level: 4 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Chemistry This course is designed to provide the Academy student with an enriched and expanded physics curriculum. Using engineering themes as the central focus, the curriculum includes topics in both classical and modern physics. An understanding of algebra and basic trigonometry is required for the course; the basic ideas of calculus may be introduced in connection with physical concepts, such as acceleration and work. Understanding of basic principles involved and the ability to apply these principles in the solution of problems are the major goals of this course. The Academy Physics course is aligned with the Texas College & Career Readiness Standards. *Scheduling is dependent upon enrollment. If enough students are not enrolled, the class may be co-sat with another class or not scheduled for the year.


®AP PHYSICS C for the ACADEMIES 3431XY (3431 XA & XB) Grade: 12 Level: 4 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: AP Physics B This course is designed to provide the Academy student with an enriched and expanded physics curriculum. Using engineering themes as the central focus, the curriculum includes topics in both classical and modern physics. An understanding of algebra and basic trigonometry is required for the course; the basic ideas of calculus may be introduced in connection with physical concepts, such as acceleration and work. Understanding of basic principles involved and the ability to apply these principles in the solution of problems are the major goals of this course. The Academy Physics course is aligned with the Texas College & Career Readiness Standards. *Scheduling is dependent upon enrollment. If enough students are not enrolled, the class may be co-sat with another class or not scheduled for the year.

® ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY for the ACADEMIES3820XY (3820 XA & XB) Grades: 11-12 Level: 3 Credit: 1 Prerequisites: Biology and one additional science credit Students conduct laboratory investigations and fieldwork, use scientific methods during investigations, and make informed decisions using critical thinking and problem solving. Topics are presented though an integration of biology, chemistry, and physics. Students in Anatomy and Physiology of Human Systems study the structures and functions of the human body and body systems and investigate the body's responses to forces, maintenance of homeostasis, electrical interactions, transport systems, and energy processes. This course includes at least 40% laboratory investigation and fieldwork using appropriate scientific inquiry. This course satisfies the fourth year science requirement. ®FORENSIC SCIENCE for the ACADEMIES 3807XY (3807 XA & XB) Grades: 11-12 Level: 2 Credit: 1 Prerequisites: Biology and Chemistry This is a course that uses a structured and scientific approach to the investigation of crimes of assault, abuse and neglect, domestic violence, accidental death, homicide. Students will learn terminology and investigative procedures related to crime scene, truth detection, and scientific procedures used to solve crimes. Using scientific methods, students will collect and analyze evidence through case studies and simulated crime scenes such as fingerprint analysis, ballistics, and blood spatter analysis. Students will learn the legal aspects and career options for forensic science. This course satisfies the fourth year science requirement.

SOCIAL STUDIES ®WORLD HISTORY for the ACADEMIES 4221XY (4221 XA & XB) Grade: 10-12 Level: 3 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None Students will study prehistory through the Cold War by researching and analyzing the historical causes of current events thus promoting a deeper and richer understanding of the human experience. Students will critically read world literature to gain a deeper understanding of the people and cultures surrounding historical events. Students will write for a variety of purposes in a variety of modes. Through inquiry and research, students will think critically about our current world and how it came to be, engaging students actively, thoughtfully, and responsibly with local, national and international communities. ®AP WORLD HISTORY for the ACADEMIES 4231XY (4231 XA & XB) Grade: 10-12 Level: 4 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None Students will continue to develop and demonstrate an understanding of global processes and interactions that have shaped the history of the world over time. As outlined in the College Board description for AP courses, students in this course will “engage with the dynamics of continuity and change across the historical periods” beginning with the Foundations (8000 B.C.) through the present to “analyze the processes and causes involved in these continuities and changes.” Strong reading and writing skills as well as strong analytical and problem solving skills are necessary for success in this course. ®UNITED STATES HISTORY for the ACADEMIES 4305XY (4305 XA & XB) Grade: 11-12 Level: 3 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None In this course, students will examine a variety of sources to develop and demonstrate an understanding of the political, economic and social events and issues related to the history of the United States since Reconstruction to the present. Primary source documents with political, economic, social and foreign policy development from 1877 to present will be studied. Students will write for a variety of purposes in a variety of modes with a specific emphasis on argumentation. Through inquiry and research, students will think critically about our current world and how it came to be while refining the necessary collaboration and communication skills to be adept producers and consumers of 21st century literacies.


®AP UNITED STATES HISTORY for the ACADEMIES 4311XY (4311 XA & XB) Grade: 11-12 Level: 4 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: None Students will develop and demonstrate an understanding of U.S. history from the Age of Exploration and Discovery to the present. As outlined in the College Board description for AP courses, students in this course will examine a variety of historical material and “weigh the evidence and interpretations presented in historical scholarship,” thus developing “the skills necessary to arrive at conclusions on the basis of an informed judgment and to present reasons and evidence clearly and persuasively in essay format.” Strong reading and writing skills as well as strong analytical and problem solving skills are necessary for success in this course. DUAL CREDIT US HISTORY A & B US HISTORY A: HIST 1301: History of U.S. to 1877 US HISTORY B: HIST 1302: History of U.S. from 1877 ®GOVERNMENT for the ACADEMIES 4400XY Grade: 11-12 Level: 3 Credit: .5 Prerequisite: None Students will use a variety of primary and secondary source material to further develop and demonstrate their understanding of the structure, function, and powers of government at the national, state, and local levels. This course will be delivered through a Virtual Environment facilitated by a Coppell High School teacher. Students will be required to attend class 1 day each week. The other 4 days of class will be completed virtually either at home or in the CHS Virtual Learning Lab. ®ECONOMICS/FREE ENTERPRISE for the ACADEMIES 4410XY Grade: 11-12 Level: 3 Credit: .5 Prerequisite: None Students will focus on economics with an emphasis on the free enterprise system and its benefits, developing and demonstrating their understanding of the principles of the U.S. economic system in comparison to other international economic systems. This course will be delivered through a Virtual Environment facilitated by a Coppell High School teacher. Students will be required to attend class 1 day each week. The other 4 days of class will be completed virtually either at home or in the CHS Virtual Learning Lab. DUAL CREDIT GOVERNMENT/ECONOMICS GOVT 2305 ECON 2301: Principles of Macro-Economics

LOTE ®SPANISH II for the ACADEMIES 6023XY (6023 XA & XB) Grade: 9-10 Level: 3 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Spanish I Course content will expand the skills and vocabulary necessary to communicate in the present and past tenses on a conversational level in Spanish with a special emphasis on the student’s field of study. The content will continue to develop critical-thinking skills and the expanded use of reading and writing skills. Spanish II is taught using the following methodologies: TPRS (Total Physical Response Stories), immersion, and Natural/Communicative Approach. Strategies to address learning styles include the use of many visuals, dubbed video/audio recordings, commands requiring a physical response, short reading selections, and songs. Cross-cultural studies are interfaced with the course. ®SPANISH III for the ACADEMIES 6033XY (6033 XA & XB) Grade: 10 Level: 3 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Spanish II This course is designed to prepare students for the continued study of Spanish at CHS or at the college level. Continued development of critical-thinking skills and the expanded use of reading and writing skills are emphasized. At this level, students integrate grammar and vocabulary learned in levels one and two in order to produce written and spoken language at the intermediate proficiency level. This is a rigorous course designed to meet the expectations of the DAP diploma program. Cross-curricular studies are interfaced with the course. Spanish III culminates in a special capstone project with the student’s particular Academy focus. This project is designed to encourage global awareness by using Spanish and Academy skills towards the development of infrastructure in a Spanish-speaking, third-world country. ®SPANISH IV for the ACADEMIES 6041XY (6041 XA & XB) Grade: 10-11 Level: 3 Credit: 1 Prerequisite: Spanish III This course is designed to prepare students for the continued use of Spanish at CHS and outside of the classroom. Continued development of critical-thinking skills and the expanded use of authentic material are emphasized. At this level, students integrate grammar and vocabulary learned in levels one through three in order to produce written and spoken language at the intermediate proficiency level. However, more emphasis will be placed on oral communication. This is a rigorous course designed to meet the expectations of the DAP diploma program. Cross-curricular studies are interfaced with the course. Spanish IV culminates in a special capstone project with the student’s particular Academy focus.

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