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Course Selection Guide

Lonoke High

School

2016-2017

Course Offerings 2

2016-17 Lonoke High School Course Offerings

AP COURSES

____ AP Statistics

____ AP Calculus AB ____ AP English Language & Composition

____ AP English Literature & Composition

____ AP Biology ____ AP Chemistry

____ AP Physics B

____ AP Environmental Science ____ AP US Government & Politics

____ AP US History

MATHEMATICS

____ Algebra I*

____ First Part Algebra 1* ____ Second Part Algebra 1*

____ Geometry*

____ Geometry A ____ Geometry B

____ Algebra II*

____ Pre AP Geometry* ____ Pre AP Algebra II*

____ Pre-Calculus *

____ Algebra III ____ Linear Systems/Statistics

____ Bridge to Algebra II

____ Pre-AP Algebra I

LANGUAGE ARTS

____ English 9*

____ English 10* ____ English 11*

____ English 12*

____ Pre AP English 9 ____ Pre AP English 10

____ Drama*

____ Journalism I* ____ Journalism II Yearbook

____ Journalism III Yearbook

____ Journalism IV Yearbook ____ Oral Communication*

____ English Language Learner (ELL/ESL)

____ Creative Writing

____ Critical Reading

____ Dramatic Literature

SCIENCE

____ Physical Science* ____ Biology*

____ Pre-AP Biology

____ Environmental Science* ____ Chemistry*

____ Pre-AP Physical Science

____ Pre-AP Chemistry ____ Anatomy & Physiology

____ Physics*

ARMY JROTC

____ Army JROTC I ____ Army JROTC II

____ Army JROTC III

____ Army JROTC IV

COLLEGE COURSES

____ College Composition I ____ College Composition II

____ College Algebra

____ Arkansas Teacher Cadet Program ____ Workplace Electricity A & B

____ Concepts of Manufacturing A & B

____ Concepts of Fluid & Mechanical A & B ____ Metalworking A & B

FINE ARTS

____ Art *

____ Visual Art II

____ Art History

____ Vocal Music I* ____ Vocal Music II

____ Vocal Music III

____ Vocal Music IV ____ Band I*

____ Band II

____ Band III ____ Band IV

____ Music Appreciation

BUSINESS TECHNOLOGY

____ Keyboard Applications

____ Word Processing I

____ Comp. Business Applications*

____ Comp. Accounting I* ____ Honors Comp. Accounting II*

____ DC I Digital Layout and Design*

____ DC II Digital Imaging* ____ Honors DC III Digital Media*

____ Honors DC IV Digital Audio/Video

Production* ____ Internship

____ Senior Technology Seminar

SOCIAL STUDIES

____ World History Since 1450*

____ Pre-AP World History

____ U.S. History Since 1890*

____ Honors Economics ____ Economics Blended

____ Civics

____ Arkansas History for High School ____ Contemporary US History

____ World Geography

FAMILY & CONSUMER SCIENCE

EDUCATION

____ Family & Consumer Science*

____ Child Development* ____ Parenting*

____ Nutrition and Wellness*

____ Food and Nutrition* ____ Clothing Management 1

____ Clothing Management 2

HEALTH AND SAFETY

____ Health and Wellness*

____ Physical Education*

____ (Full Year) Physical Education ____ Personal Fitness for Life

____ Recreational Sports & Activities

AGRICULTURE EDUCATION

____ Survey of Agricultural Systems*

____ Agricultural Mechanics *

____ Animal Science* ____ Animal Science 2*

____ Plant Science*

____ Plant Science 2*

VOCATIONAL TECHNOLOGY

____ Non-Structural Analysis/Repair ____ Painting / Refinishing

____ EAST Initiative I

____ EAST Initiative II ____ EAST Initiative III

____ EAST Initiative IV

FOREIGN LANGUAGE

____ Spanish I* ____ Spanish II*

____ French 1

____ French 2

* 38 Required Units To Be Taught

HEALTH SCIENCE

____ Introduction to Medical Professions ____ Medical Procedures

____ Medical Terminology

Course Offerings 3

2015-16 Virtual Arkansas Courses

MATHEMATICS

____ Computer Science & Mathematics ____ Transitional Math Ready

____ Essentials of Computer Programming

BUSINESS TECHNOLOGY

____ Programming 1 ____ Programming 2

ENGLISH

____ Transitional Literacy Ready

FINE ARTS

____ Art Appreciation & American Identity

____ Visual Arts Appreciation

FOREIGN LANGUAGE

____ German 1

____ German 2 ____ Spanish 3

____ American Sign Language

SCIENCE

____ Earth Science

CAREER PREPARATION

____ Career Readiness ____ College and Career Readiness

____ ACT Prep

PHOTOGRAPHY

____ Fundamentals of Photography ____ Intermediate Photography

____ Advanced Photography

HEALTH SCIENCE

____ Abnormal Psychology ____ Human Behavior & Disorders

____ Pathology

____ Foundations of Sports Medicine ____ Human Anatomy & Physiology

TRAVEL AND TOURISM

____ International Travel

____ Introduction to Hospitality ____ Introduction to Travel & Tourism

____ Travel Destinations

LAW

____ Criminal Law

____ Introduction to Criminal Justice ____ Forensic Science and the Law

____ Introduction to Careers in Law

____ Law and Order ____ Arkansas Legal

MARKETING AND SALES

____ Fashion Merchandising

____ Marketing ____ Sports & Entertainment Marketing

SOCIAL STUDIES

____ World Geography

____ Sociology*

____ Psychology *

Lonoke High School Graduation Requirements

A minimum of twenty-two (22.0) units shall be earned by a student in order for that student to be

entitled to graduate from an Arkansas public high school. Only one (1) of the required units may be in

a physical education course. The twenty-two (22.0) units must be satisfied from those twenty-two

(22.0) units which were in existence prior to the last rule change to Section 14 of the Standards by the

State Board of Education in December 2003. Specifically, those units, at a minimum, are as follows:

English…………………………………………………………………….. 4.0 units

Oral Communications……………………………………………………. 0.5 unit

Social Studies…………………………………………………….……….. 3.0 units

1 unit of World History, 1 unit of American History, and Civics/Economics

Mathematics…………………………………………………………......... 4.0 units

One (1) unit of Algebra or its equivalent and one (1) unit of Geometry or its equivalent. A two-year

algebra equivalent or a two-year geometry equivalent may be counted as two units of the four-unit

requirement and one (1) additional unit above Geometry. All math units must build on the base of

algebra and geometry knowledge and skills.

or

Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2 and one (1) unit of math above Algebra 2 or one (1)unit of computer

science chosen from Essentials of Computer Programming or Computer Science and Mathematics

Science..……………………………………………………………………. 3.0 units

At least one (1) unit of Physical Science, one (1) unit of Biology or its equivalent, and one other

(Chemistry, Environmental Science or Physics).

Physical Education……………………………………………..………… 0.5 unit

Health and Safety……………………………………………………........ 0.5 unit

Fine Arts………………………………………………………………….. 0.5 unit Vocal Music, Instrumental Music, Art, Survey of Fine Arts, Music Appreciation or Visual Art

Appreciation

Career Focus Electives…………………………………………….............6.0 units

All units in the career focus requirement shall be established through guidance and counseling at the

local school district based on the students’ contemplated work aspirations. Career focus courses shall

conform to local district policy and reflect state frameworks through course sequencing and career

course concentrations where appropriate.

***TOTAL CREDITS REQUIRED(for graduation from Lonoke High School): 22.5 –all

courses as required above with the addition of Keyboarding OR Computer Business

Applications [1 unit])

Refer to your STUDENT HANDBOOK to review college entrance criteria and scholarship eligibility requirements.

5

English 9

Grade 9,10,11,12 1 Unit Year Description:

Students will read content, practical, poetry, drama,

and literary prose pieces, focusing on narrative

literature and Elizabethan tragedy; write narrative,

expository, and persuasive pieces, focusing on

narrative writing and using the conventions of

standard English; speak and listen, focusing on the

conventions; and research, focusing on the research

process. Prerequisite:

None

Course Code:410000

English 10

Grade 10,11,12 1 Unit Year Description:


and literary prose pieces, focusing on lyric literature

and classical tragedy; write narrative, expository,

and persuasive pieces, focusing on expository

writing and using the conventions of standard

English; speak and listen, focusing on the

conventions; and research, focusing on the research

process. Prerequisite:

None

Course Code:411000

English 11

Grade 11,12 1 Unit Year Description:


and literary prose pieces, focusing on free verse,

modern drama, and American literature; write

narrative, expository, and persuasive pieces,

focusing on persuasive writing and using the

conventions of standard English; speak and listen,

focusing on the conventions; and research, focusing

on the research paper.

Prerequisite:

None

Course Code: 412000

English 12

Grade 12 only 1 Unit Year Description:


literary prose pieces, focusing on formal verse, the

tragic hero across genres, and British literature;

write narrative, expository, and persuasive pieces,

focusing on expository and persuasive writing and

using the conventions of standard English; speak

and listen, focusing on the conventions; and

research, focusing on the research paper. Prerequisite:

None

Course Code: 413000

Oral Communications

Grade 10,11,12 ½ Unit Semester Description:

This course will provide students with an

understanding of the dynamics of effective

communication when speaking, listening and

responding.

Prerequisite:

None

Course Code:414000

ELA Drama

Grade 11,12 ½ Unit Semester Description:

Learn public speaking, oral interpretation, drama

and theater techniques. Emphasis is placed on

performance. Course may only be taken one time

for graduation credit.

Prerequisite:

Oral Communications

Course Code:416000

English Language Learner (ELL/ESL)


This course is designed to provide communication

skills and tutoring for students whose primary

spoken/written Language is other than English.

Eligibility for this class will be determined by

committee, under direction of the ESL coordinator. Prerequisite:

Placement by district only

Course Code:971600

Language Arts – Regular Courses

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Creative Writing

Grade 11,12 ½ Unit Semester Description: Creative Writing is a one-semester

English elective course designed to engage students

in the writing of poetry, short fiction, and personal

narratives with an emphasis on developing and

exercising imagination. Students will analyze and

discuss exemplary texts to develop creative writing

skills. Students will critique and refine writing

through guided discussions, collaborative revisions,

and individual reflections. Students will produce a

portfolio of creative work that reflects student

growth and understanding of the techniques of

published authors. Students will share writing in a

variety of ways and research methods for publishing

original work Prerequisite: None

Course Code:417010

Critical Reading


Critical Reading is a two-semester course designed

to dramatically accelerate reading growth by

strengthening comprehension outcomes in high

school grades. In a context of meaningful content,

on-going assessment, and focused explicit

instruction, students will evaluate literary and

informational texts and multicultural literature of

diverse formats (e.g., print media, Web-based texts,

literary and informational books and articles) and

genres. In addition, students will engage in learning

events tied to a variety of literary and informational

texts with increasing complexity. Additionally,

students will demonstrate competencies through

purposeful applications based on individual and

collective literacy goals

Prerequisite:

None

Course Code: 419110

Dramatic Literature


Dramatic Literature is a two-semester English

elective course designed to engage students in an in-

depth study of dramatic literature. Through the

study of written plays, students will become

informed, perceptive, and appreciative audience

members of plays from various cultures and time

periods. To accomplish this goal, students will

analyze and evaluate dramatic elements by studying

classical to contemporary plays. Students will

critique historical influences and contexts, universal

themes in dramatic literature, and authorial

treatment of tragic heroes from various literary

periods. Students will demonstrate understanding of

dramatic literature through creative oral and written

interpretations, adaptations, and original works.

Prerequisite:

None

Course Code: 416010

Language Arts – Electives

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Pre AP English 9

Grade 9 only 1 Unit Year Description: This course prepares students for both AP English Literature and

Composition and AP Language and Composition. It focuses on the development and revision of evidence-based analytic and

argumentative writing as well as the rhetorical analysis of

nonfiction texts. It also focuses on reading, analyzing, and writing about imaginative literature from various periods.

Prerequisite: Proficient or Advanced on 8th Grade

Benchmark Exam or Parent-student/teacher recommendation

Course Code:410001

Pre AP English 10

Grade 10 only 1 Unit Year Description: This course prepares students for both AP English Literature and

Composition and AP Language and Composition. It focuses on

the development and revision of evidence-based analytic and argumentative writing as well as the rhetorical analysis of

nonfiction texts. It also focuses on reading, analyzing, and

writing about imaginative literature from various periods.

Prerequisite: Pre-AP 9 or

B average in regular English or

Parent-student/teacher recommendation

Course Code:411002

AP English Language & Composition


The AP English Language and Composition course

focuses on the development and revision of

evidence-based analytic and argumentative writing

and the rhetorical analysis of nonfiction

texts.Students will take the AP exam in the spring,

which may earn the student up to six hours of

college credit. For students to receive weighted

credit for this class, they must complete the AP

exam

Prerequisite: Pre-AP 10

B average in regular English Parent-student/ teacher recommendation

Course Code:517030 WEIGHTED

AP English Literature & Composition


The AP English Literature and Composition course

focuses on reading, analyzing, and writing about

imaginative literature (fiction, poetry, drama) from

various periods.Students will take the AP exam in

the spring, which may earn the student up to six

hours of college credit. For students to receive

weighted credit for this class, they must complete

the AP exam.

Prerequisite: AP English Language Comp or B average in regular English or

Parent-student/teacher recommendation


College Composition I

Grade 12 only 1 Unit Semester Description:

Study the essay form, structure, and style, focusing

on the expository essay. Compose essays, focusing

on expository. Emphasis will be placed on original

thought and competency in the writing process.

Prerequisite:

19 or higher on English

section on the ACT is required. Course Code:41300F DUAL CREDIT

College Composition II

Grade 12 only 1 Unit Semester Description:

A continuation of college composition I with the

addition of research papers and literary genres.

Prerequisite:

College Comp I

Course Code:41300S DUAL CREDIT

Language Arts – Advanced Courses

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Journalism I


Journalism I is a two-semester course designed to

introduce students to the world of media. Students

in Journalism I will become analytical consumers of

media and technology to enhance their

communication skills. Writing, technology, and

visual and electronic media are used as tools for

learning as students create, clarify, critique, and

produce effective communication. Students will

learn journalistic guidelines for writing, design, and

photography, which include objectivity,

responsibility, and credibility.

Prerequisite:

By application only

Course Code:415000

ADE Journalism II (Yearbook)


This course is built upon instruction and practice in

the publication of yearbooks and/or literary

magazines and is based on the Arkansas English

Language Arts Frameworks. This course is a pre-

requisite for Journalism II Yearbook.

Prerequisite:

Journalism I

By application only

Course Code:515030

ADE Journalism III (Yearbook)


Students will work directly on the school yearbook as

a staff member, sell ads, write copy, write headlines,

lay out pages, and take pictures. An IBM compatible

computer will be used to submit pages for printing. Prerequisite:

Journalism II

By application only

Course Code:515040

ADE Journalism IV (Yearbook)

Grade 12 1 Unit Year Description:

Continuation of Journalism III

Prerequisite:

Journalism III

By application only

Course Code:515050

Language Arts – Journalism Courses

9

Spanish I


This course introduces students to basic Spanish

vocabulary and sentence structure. The focus will be

on listening, speaking, reading and writing in

Spanish. Culture is an integral part on the course

and is presented through music, video and hands on

activities. Students will acquire a basic

understanding of day to day conversations in

Spanish.

Prerequisite:

C average in English

Course Code:440000

Spanish II


The course furthers a student’s understanding of

listening, speaking, reading and writing in Spanish,

including the past tense. An emphasis is placed on

using authentic cultural materials to teach major

concepts. Student will acquire a deeper

understanding of day to day conversations in

Spanish.

Prerequisite:

Successful completion of Spanish I with a C or

better

Course Code:440020

French 1


This course introduces students to basic French

vocabulary and expressions. Students will speak and

compose brief writings in the new language.

Listening and reading comprehension skills are also

emphasized. Characteristics of the French culture

are also explored through geography, holidays,

foods and family.

Prerequisite: None

Course Code: 441000

French 2


This course continues French 1 with additional

vocabulary, expressions, and grammar. Speaking,

writing, reading, and listening skills are expanded.

Additional cultural awareness is developed through

literature, art, history, geography, and current

events.

Prerequisite:

French 1

Course Code: 441010

Foreign Language

10

Health and Wellness

Grade 9,10,11,12 ½ Unit Semester Description:

Study aspects of maintaining a healthy lifestyle

including drug and alcohol abuse and treatments,

sex education, marriage, divorce, parenthood,

being an individual and not a member of a group,

and diet and nutrition. Prerequisite:

None

Course Code:480000

Physical Education


Students will learn the value of lifetime sports and

physical activities and participate in such sports as

volleyball, whiffleball, aerobic conditioning, etc.

Prerequisite:

None

Course Code:485005

(Full Year) Physical Education


Students will learn the value of lifetime sports and

physical activities and participate in such sports as

aerobic conditioning, badminton, basketball, pickle-

ball, softball, table tennis, and tennis. Prerequisite:

None

Course Code:485000

Personal Fitness for Life


Personal Fitness for Life is a one-semester course

that includes a planned curriculum that provides

content and learning experiences in motor skills and

movement concepts as they apply to physical

activity, health-related physical fitness, and lifetime

sports and recreation.

Prerequisite:

None

Course Code:485010

Recreational Sports & Activities


Recreational Sports and Activities is a one-semester

course which includes a planned curriculum that

provides content and learning experiences in basic

motor skills and movement concepts as they apply

to physical activity, lifetime sports, and recreational

activities.

Prerequisite:

None

Course Code:485020

HEALTH AND SAFETY EDUCATION AND PHYSICAL

EDUCATION

11

Algebra I


The study of functions, equations, and data

collection & interpretation with and without

context.

Prerequisite:

Pre-Algebra

Course Code:430000

First Part Algebra 1


The first half of the Algebra I program with

emphasis on equations and basic skills with and

without context.

Prerequisite:

Pre-Algebra

Course Code:430100

Second Part Algebra 1


The second half of the Algebra I program with

emphasis on functions and data collection &

interpretation with and without context.

Prerequisite:

First part algebra 1

Course Code:430200

Geometry


The study of geometric forms with algebraic

emphasis.

Prerequisite:

Algebra I or

2nd part Algebra I

Course Code:431000

First Part Geometry


The first half of the study of geometric forms with

algebraic emphasis.

Prerequisite:

Algebra I (cannot be linked to 2 year Algebra

Program)

Course Code:431100

Second Part Geometry


The last half of the study of geometric forms with

algebraic emphasis.

Prerequisite:

First Part Geometry

Course Code:431200

Linear Systems / Statistics

Grade 12 1 Unit Year Description: Designed for students who have successfully completed

Algebra II and expect to further their studies in business,

social sciences, or education.

Prerequisite: Algebra II

Course Code:439090

Algebra II


The detailed continuation of Algebra I and the study

of the complex number system

Prerequisite:

Algebra I or 2nd Part Algebra I and

Geometry or Pre AP Geometry

Course Code:432000

Algebra III

Grade 11,12 1 Unit Year Description: This course will enhance the higher level thinking skills

developed in Algebra II through a more in-depth study of

those concepts and exploration of some Pre-calculus

concepts.

Prerequisite: Algebra II

Course Code:439070

Bridge to Algebra II

Grade 11,12 1 Unit Year Description: To provide students who have completed Algebra I with

the additional math foundation they need to be successful

in a Common Core State Standards for Mathematics

(CCSS-M) Algebra II course.

Prerequisite: Geometry

Course Code:435000

Mathematics – Regular Courses

12

Pre AP Algebra I


The in-depth study of geometry through the use of

integration, applications, and connections.

Prerequisite:

Pre-AP Grade 8 with A or B average

Course Code:430002

Pre AP Geometry


The in-depth study of geometry through the use of

integration, applications, and connections.

Prerequisite:

Pre-AP Algebra I with A or B average

Course Code:431001

Pre AP Algebra II


The detailed continuation of Accelerated Algebra I

and the study of the complex number system with

trigonometry.

Prerequisite:

Pre-AP Geometry with A or B average

Course Code:432001

Pre-Calculus


An advanced course in complex algebraic calculations

and trigonometric properties

Prerequisite:

Pre-AP Algebra II with A or B average or

Teacher Recommendation

Course Code:433000

AP Statistics


The study of the role of statistics, the data entry

analysis process, methods of collecting data,

graphical and numerical methods of describing data,

probability distributions, and hypothesis testing.

Prerequisite:

Trig/Precal with an A or B average

Algebra 2 with A average


AP Calculus AB


The detailed continuation of Accelerated Algebra I

and the study of the complex number system with

trigonometry.

Prerequisite:

Trig/precal with A or B average


College Algebra

Grade 12 1 Unit Semester Description:

A view of higher algebra and its uses in sets,

matrices, and higher forms of math. Credit may be

received for college and high school.

Note: For students who did not take Pre-AP Algebra

I in the 9th grade must also take Another math class

in their senior year to complete Smart Core

requirements.

Prerequisite:

19 or better on the ACT Math and Reading Sections

and Algebra II with a C or better

Course Code:539900 DUAL CREDIT

Mathematics – Advanced Courses

13

Physical Science


Introduction to and a prerequisite for Chemistry and

Physics. A semester is spent on each. This is a lab

Course.

Prerequisite:

None

Course Code:423000

Biology


The content will cover atoms to organisms. Labs

and projects are required.

Prerequisite:

None

Course Code:420000

Chemistry


Covers topics from atomic theory to the molecule.

It is a lab course that requires a scientific calculator.

Prerequisite:

Physical Science and

Algebra I or 2nd Part Algebra

Course Code:421000

Physics


The content includes five traditional areas: Newton

mechanics, thermodynamics, optics, electricity and

magnetism, and quantum mechanics. Students are

expected to use higher-level mathematics and

collect and analyze data.

Prerequisite:

Physical Science and

Algebra I or 2nd Part Algebra

Course Code: 422000

Environmental Science


This is a laboratory investigative approach

surveying environmental science, earth science,

meteorology and space science through a major

emphasis on ecological interactions and man’s use

of the earth and its resources. Students construct a

miniature ecosystem and will study the biological,

and chemical factors that control it. In addition,

scientific, social, geographical and economic issues

are incorporated in the course work with an

emphasis on specific case studies.

Prerequisite:

None

Course Code:424020

Anatomy & Physiology


An upper division life science course that examines

the basic biological concepts and structure and

function of the human body and the mechanisms of

maintaining homeostasis within it.

Prerequisite:

Physical Science and Biology

Course Code:424030

Science

14

Pre AP Biology

Grade 10 1 Unit Year Description: This course is designed to replace 10th grade Biology

for college-prep students who plan careers or majors in

science. It is intended to prepare students for AP Biology

as a senior. This course includes labs as well as math

and writing techniques required for success in AP

Biology.

Prerequisite: A or B average in previous science course

Course Code:420001

AP Physics 1


Students explore principles of Newtonian

mechanics (including rotational motion); work,

energy, and power; mechanical waves and sound;

and introductory, simple circuits. The course is

based on six Big Ideas, which encompass core

scientific principles, theories, and processes that cut

across traditional boundaries and provide a broad

way of thinking about the physical world.

Prerequisite:

Chemistry and Teacher Approval


Pre AP Physical Science

Grade 9 1 Unit Year Description: This course is designed to enhanced the concepts and

skills taught in the regular physical science class.

Providing more rigor and challenges to prepare students

for further Pre-AP and AP science courses Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation Only

Course Code:423004

Pre AP Chemistry

Grade 11 & 12 1 Unit Year Description: This course is designed to replace 11th grade Chemistry for

college-prep students who plan careers or majors in science. It is

intended to move at an accelerated rate and go into greater depth than general chemistry. This course includes labs as well as

math and writing. A scientific calculator is highly

recommended.

Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation Only

Course Code:421002

AP Biology

Grade 12 1 Unit Year Description: AP Biology is an introductory college-level biology

course. Students cultivate their understanding of biology

through inquiry-based investigations as they explore the

following topics: evolution, cellular processes – energy

and communication, genetics, information transfer,

ecology, and interactions. A FOUR FUNCTION

CALCULATOR IS REQUIRED.

Prerequisite:

Pre-AP Biology and Chemistry


AP Chemistry

Grade 12 1 Unit Year Description: Intended as a second year of chemistry. The importance

of the theoretical aspects of chemistry has brought about

an increasing emphasis on these aspects of the content of

general chemistry courses. This course will included a

heavy emphasis on math and laboratory work. Topics

such as the structure of matter, kinetic theory of gases,

chemical equilibria, chemical kinetics, and the basic

concepts of thermodynamics will be presented in

considerable depth. A GRAPHING CALCULATOR IS

HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.

Prerequisite: Pre-AP Chemistry required


AP Environmental Science

Grade 11 & 12 1 Unit Year Description:

Provide students with the scientific principles,

concepts and methodologies to understand the

interrelationships of the natural world, to identify

and analyze environmental problems both natural

and human made.

Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation Only

Course Code: 523030 WEIGHTED

Science – Advanced Courses

15

U.S. History Since 1890


A required course that covers events of United

States History since 1890 to the present.

Prerequisite:

None

Course Code: 470000

World History Since 1450


A required course covering events in world history

from 1450 to the present.

Prerequisite:

None

Course Code:471000

Economics Blended

Grade 11 ½ Unit Semester Description: The study of the production, distribution and consumption of goods and services. The Course explains, compares and

contrasts the economic systems used around the world. Among

the topics are the function of money and other resources, the laws of supply and demand, and the role of banks and government

within capitalist economies. 20% of the course is delivered

online.

Prerequisite:

None

Course Code: 474300

World Geography

Grade 10,11,12 ½ Unit Semester Description: World Geography is a one-semester high school social studies

elective course, which emphasizes the interaction of humans and

their physical and cultural environments. The study of geography will focus on five major themes: location, place,

human/environment interactions, movement, and regions. The

study includes current developments around the world that affect physical and cultural settings. Physical settings studies will

include topography, resources, climates, and environmental

conditions. Cultural settings include population, political

structures, life styles, economics, and customs. Students will

analyze and interpret a variety of geographic resources and use

primary and secondary sources, maps, pictorial and graphic evidence, as well as newer technologies. This course stresses

application, problem-solving, higher-order thinking skills, and

use of classroom performance-based/open-ended assessments with rubrics.

Prerequisite:

None

Course Code:474600

Sociology

Grade 10,11,12 ½ Unit Semester Description: Sociology is a one-semester high school social studies elective

course of study, which introduces students to the social systems that are the foundation of society. An emphasis will be placed on

culture and socialization, social status, social institutions, and

social problems; as well as the effects and influence on behavior. Using the tools and techniques of sociologists, students will

study changes taking place in society and examine their causes,

consequences, and possible solutions. Students will read major sociological theorists as well as consider how sociologists

approach issues. This course stresses application, problem-

solving, higher-order thinking skills, and use of classroom performance-based/open-ended assessments with rubrics.

Prerequisite: None

Course Code: 474500

Contemporary US History

Grade 10,11,12 ½ Unit Semester Description: Contemporary United States History is a one-semester social

studies elective for high school students. The course will go in-

depth into United States History since World War II. Students will learn about changing culture, technology, the Cold War,

global conflicts, the world economy, the environment, and study

the effects on contemporary society in the United States. This course affords the opportunity to go into much greater detail

regarding recent United States History than the required survey

course (American History/United States History). This course stresses application, problem-solving, higher-order thinking

skills, and the use of classroom performance-based/open-ended

assessments with rubrics.

Prerequisite: None

Course Code: 474200

Civics

Grade 11 ½ Unit Semester Description: This course is a one-semester course that studies the development of our political system and the rights that go along with it.

Emphasis's is placed on the rights and duties of individuals and

the basis for its foundation.

Prerequisite:

None

Course Code: 472000

Psychology


Course will focus on developmental psychology

from birth to adulthood, social development,

abnormal behaviors and theories of learning.

Prerequisite:

None

Course Code: 474400

Social Studies

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Pre–AP World History Since 1450


This course is designed to prepare students for

future AP social studies courses. The content

covers world history from 1450 to modern times.

The class is structured to provide intellectual

engagement, acquisition, and development of skills

such as critical thinking, reading, and writing.

Prerequisite:

U.S. History since 1890 and Teacher Approval

Course Code: 471001

AP US Government & Politics

Grade 11 ½ Unit Semester Description: This course gives students an analytical perspective on

government and politics in the United States. It includes

both the study of general concepts used to interpret US

government and politics and the analysis of specific

examples, including current events.

Prerequisite:

World History Since 1480 and U.S. History since

1890 or Teacher Approval


Arkansas History for High School


Arkansas History provides a study of the history of

Arkansas. The course addresses the geographic

features and economics of our state, focusing on

political, social, religious, military, scientific, and

cultural developments that have occurred over time.

The course work for Arkansas History for grades 9-

12 is more rigorous than Arkansas History in grades

7-8. This one-semester course stresses application,

problem-solving, higher-order thinking skills, and

use of classroom performance based/open-ended

assessments with rubrics. *NOT ADVANCED

Prerequisite: None

Course Code: 473000

Honors Economics Blended

Grade 11 ½ Unit Semester Description: Covers the production, distribution and consumption of

goods and services. Includes explanation ,compare and

contrast of economics systems worldwide. Fundamentals

of economics, microeconomics, macroeconomics, and

personal finance with special to data analysis. 20% of this

course is delivered online.

Prerequisite:

World History since 1450 or Pre-AP World History

since 1450 and Teacher Approval

Course Code:474301

AP US History


Designed to provide students with the analytical

skill and factual knowledge necessary to deal

critically with the events of US History. The course

prepares students for college by making demands

equivalent to those made by a full-year introductory

college course. Heavy focus on critical thinking,

decision making, reading, and writing.

Prerequisite:

World History since 1450 and U.S. History since

1890 or Teacher Approval


Arkansas Teacher Cadet Program

Grade 11,12 1 Unit Year Description: Teacher Cadet is designed to introduce the beginning student to

the field of education. It allows students to become better

acquainted with themselves as individuals, learners, and community members. This class helps students develop a greater

insight into the structure and functions of our schools and schools systems. It also helps students reflect on the teaching profession

and think systematically about it. This will allow them to

identify their personal philosophy of education and learn the

steps to teacher and educator certification.

Prerequisite:

3.0 gpa , Interview & Completed Application

Course Code:497100 DUAL CREDIT

Social Studies – Advanced Courses

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Art


Fundamental elements of art and history of artists

who stressed these in their work. Hands-on

experiences involving those elements.

Prerequisite:

None

Course Code:450000

Visual Art II


An advanced level course which gives the student an

opportunity to further develop art skills in drawing,

design, and 3-dimensional projects. Prerequisite:

Art I

Course Code: 450030

Art History


Designed to teach students the significance

of art through out history Prerequisite:

None

Course Code: 450060

Music Appreciation


Designed to teach students the basic elements,

principles, processes, materials, and inherit qualities

of music

Prerequisite:

None

Course Code:453030

Vocal Music I


Beginning Choir students learn to read music and the

symbols associated with music through singing.

Learn and perform a variety of vocal literature in

concerts at the end of each semester.

Prerequisite:

Audition

Course Code:452000

Vocal Music II


Students will perform locally and at specified

competitions. Attendance at all concerts and

performance is required.

Prerequisite:

Vocal Music 1 and Audition

Course Code:452040

Vocal Music III


Students at this level will perform locally and at

specified competitions. Attendance at all concerts

and performance is required.

Prerequisite:


Course Code:452050

Vocal Music IV


Students at this level will perform locally and at

specified competitions. Attendance at all concerts

and performance is required

Prerequisite:


Course Code:452060

Fine Art – Arts & Vocal Music

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Band I


Fundamentals of instrumental music, which will

prepare students for further instrumental endeavors.

Students must provide their own instrument and

materials

Prerequisite:

Audition

Course Code:451000

Band II


Focus is placed on student performance as a part of

a band. As students gain greater independence in

lines of their score, they recognize that an increased

understanding of the complexity of rhythmic and

harmonic concepts is necessary.

Prerequisite:

Completion of Band I or Audition

Course Code: 451040

Band III


Students illustrate harmonic texture and complexity

in more advanced rhythm and meter. Chordal

structure is expanded with music that includes

atonality and freely composed segments

representative of diverse styles of modern

composition.

Prerequisite:

Completion of Band II or

Audition

Course Code: 451050

Band IV


Students perform independently, demonstrating

accurate intonation and rhythm, fundamental skills,

and several advanced techniques. Literature will

range from moderately difficult to difficult.

Comprehension of music styles is demonstrated by

the appropriateness of literature selected for

Performance

Prerequisite:

Completion of Band III or

Audition

Course Code: 451060

Fine Art – Instrumental Music

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Survey of Agricultural Systems


This course is a foundational course for all

agricultural programs of study. Topics covered

include general agriculture, FFA, leadership, record

keeping, Supervised Agricultural Experiences

(SAEs), animal, plant, and soil sciences and

agricultural mechanics. This course is a

prerequisite for ALL other Agricultural courses.

Prerequisite:

None

Course Code: 491150

Animal Science I


Topics covered in this course include animal

biotechnology, animal behavior, classification,

consumer concerns, animal welfare, genetics,

scientific, selection, reproduction, growth and

development, nutrition, meat science, and disease.

Prerequisite:


Course Code: 491180

Animal Science II


This Course is a scientific approach to animal

science using scientific principles and applied

management practices. An emphasis on selection

and industry review will be based on scientific data.

Prerequisite:

Survey of Agricultural Systems and

Animal Science

Course Code: 491200

Agricultural Mechanics


This course is designed to provide the student with

laboratory experience beyond the exploratory level

in the major areas of agricultural mechanics. The

course will emphasize agricultural technology,

including such topics as electricity, internal

combustion engines, metal technology,

construction, and the development, role, and scope

of mechanical technology in agriculture

Prerequisite:


Course Code: 491390

Plant Science


This course covers the relationship between plants

and people, plant morphology and physiology, plant

production, the environment, soil, and other related

areas

Prerequisite:


Course Code: 491340

Plant Science II


This course covers the relationship between plants

and people, plant growth, plant diseases and insects,

plant genetics, plant propagation, and other related

areas.

Prerequisite:


Course Code:491210

Agriculture Education

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Non-Structural Analysis/Repair

(Introduction to Auto Body)

Grade 12 1.5 Unit Semester Description:

This program provides training in all areas of auto

body repair and refinishing. Areas of instruction

include part replacement, frame work, body fillers,

abrasives, refinishing and painting. This program is

taught by an ASE certified instructor. This program

is a NATEF certified program. It is a three hour

course taught in the morning and afternoon. This

class will be taught at the Lonoke location.

Students will receive concurrent college credit for

this course

Prerequisite:

None

Course Code: 494300 DUAL CREDIT

Painting / Refinishing

(Automotive Refinishing Techniques)

Grade 12 1.5 Unit Semester Description:

This program provides training in all areas of auto

body repair and refinishing. Areas of instruction

include part replacement, frame work, body fillers,

abrasives, refinishing and painting. This program is

taught by an ASE certified instructor. This program

is a NATEF certified program. It is a three hour

course taught in the morning and afternoon. This

class will be taught at the Lonoke location.

Students will receive concurrent college credit for

this course. Prerequisite:

None

Course Code: 494310 DUAL CREDIT

EAST Initiative I

Grade 10,11,12 1 Unit Year Description: EAST is a project-based, service oriented course that

blends high-end technology with service projects.

EAST program facilitators must be undergoing the

ongoing professional development offered by the

EAST Initiative in order to maintain program

accreditation with the state and must meet state licensure

requirements. Students in EAST I will spend much of

their time following their own interest and working at

their own pace as they become more familiar with the

technology available in the EAST classroom (CAD,

GIS/GPS, Computer-Aided Modeling and Design,

Animation, Digital Filmmaking, Programming, Network

Design and Maintenance, etc.) and the basics of project-

based learning. Prerequisite:

None

Course Code: 560010

EAST Initiative II


East II is a continuation of East I with a greater

focus on community service projects.

Prerequisite:

East Initiative I

Course Code: 560020

EAST Initiative III


East III is a continuation of East II with a greater

focus on skills learned in EAST II..

Prerequisite:

EAST Initiative II

Course Code: 560030

EAST Initiative IV


Prerequisite:

EAST Initiative III

Course Code: 560040

Vocational Technical Education

Automotive & EAST

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Industrial Maintenance I


See Below

Prerequisite: None

Course Code: 495150

Industrial Maintenance Lab


See Below

Prerequisite: None

Course Code: 495160

DWE Career & Tech Specialty Lab


See Below

Prerequisite: None

Course Code: 590100

Multi Skills Technology

1. Workplace Electricity A & B – Two 3 College credit hour courses

2. Concepts of Manufacturing Processes and Quality Control Principles A& B – Two 3 College credit

hour courses

3. Concept of Fluid and Mechanical Power A& B – Two 3 College credit hour courses

4. Metalworking A & B – Two 3 College credit hour courses

Presentation of these courses will be in a lab environment. There will be 10 work areas established around a

lab with all text, technical information, tools, equipment, and supplies needed to complete the learning and

task in each area. Students will spend approximately 35 clock hours in each work station in the lab. All usual

classroom learning will take place in the lab stations. There will be from 2-4 students at each station. Stations

will rotate until all students have been trained in all 10 areas. The 10 stations of learning are:

1. AC and DC Electrical Circuits( Uses of tools related to electrical skills,A/C electricity, D/C electricity)

2. Electrical Controls and Wiring (Basic wiring of A/C circuits, Relays, servos, and other electrical

components, Switches)

3. Drafting and reading Prints(Basic drawing with CAD, Reading blueprints Hand drafting)

4. Quality control measurements( Liner measurements, Volume measurements Weight measurements

Go-no go gauges) 5. Hand tool identification and usage(Using and identifying woodworking tool , Using an identifying

mechanical tools, Using and identifying metal working tools)

6. Hydraulic and Pneumatic Power(Basic hydraulic power, Basic Pneumatic power)

7. Mechanical Power(Gears, Cams and levers, Linkage, Bearings)

8. Welding and Cutting Metals(Basic metal cutting and preparation, Basic Gas Metal Arc welding)

9. Lathes(Basic use of metal lathes, Cut a taper, Cut external threads, Drill and bore holes)

10.Mills (Basic use of mills and drill presses, Mill stock to size, Drill and tap holes) There will be classroom instruction in the following areas: The Workplace environment, Workplace safety

Bolts, screws, glues, and other fasteners, Lubricants, Types of metals and their uses, Plastics and other non-

metal materials, Manufacturing Processes This complete program of study will be about 960 clock hours. This includes 45 clock hours of Math and 45

clock hours of Communications.

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Family & Consumer Science

Grade 9,10,11 1 Unit Year Description: This course is designed to provide students with basic

information and skills needed to function effectively

within the family and within a changing and complex

society. Emphasis is given to FCCLA, individual and

family relationships, housing and interior design, sewing

projects, child development, parenting, cooking, and

personal living.

Prerequisite: None

Course Code: 493080

Child Development

Grade 10,11,12 ½ Unit Semester Description: This course focuses on the skills needed to guide the

physical, intellectual, emotional, and social development

of children. Emphasis is given to the development of

competencies related to the study of children, pregnancy

and parental development, birth and the newborn, types of

growth and development, stages of growth and

development, rights and responsibilities of parents and

children, factors influencing behavior of children,

selection of child-care services, health and safety of

children, children with special needs, coping with crisis,

the effects of technology on child development, and

careers related to the area of child development. Prerequisite: None

Course Code: 493020

Parenting

Grade 10,11,12 ½ Unit Semester Description: Experiences in this course are designed to assist students

in developing an understanding of the parenting process

and parenting skills. Competencies developed in this

course will be useful to individuals who live with

associate with or work with children. Emphasis in this

course is given to development of competencies related to

parenthood decisions, costs of having and raising

children, child growth and development, effects of

heredity and environment on development, rights and

responsibilities of parents and children, providing

nurturance, guidance techniques for promoting positive

behavior, preventing child abuse and neglect, promoting

health and safety of children, caring for the sick and

injured child, parenting a “special needs” child, helping

children cope with crisis,

Prerequisite: None

Course Code: 493210

Nutrition and Wellness


Nutrition and Wellness emphasizes the interaction

of nutrition, foods, sports, and exercise for lifelong

fitness and well-being of individuals and families.

Prerequisite:

None

Course Code: 493200

Food & Nutrition


The course focus is on the development of skills

needed to select, prepare, and serve food which

meets nutritional needs of individuals and families.

Prerequisite:

None

Course Code: 493110

Clothing Management 1


Prerequisite:

None

Course Code: 493030

Clothing Management 2


Prerequisite:

None

Course Code: 493060

Family And Consumer Science Education

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Keyboarding Applications


Course is designed to further develop keyboarding

skills with emphasis on improving speed and

accuracy for personal use, as well as producing

mailable copy, formatting letters, reports, and

tables, and a continuation of basic word processing

skills.

Prerequisite:

Teacher recommendation only

Course Code: 690060

Word Processing I


Computer course designed to provide students with

entry-level skills in word processing concepts and

production of business documents using word

processing programs

Prerequisite:

Keyboarding Applications and

Teacher Recommendation

Course Code:492470

Computer Business Applications


Course designed to prepare students with an

introduction to business applications that are

necessary to live and work in a technological

society. The business software covered is word

processing, database, spreadsheet, presentation, and

telecommunications

Prerequisite:

Keyboarding

Course Code: 492120

DC I: Digital Layout and Design


A study and practice in the use of desktop

publishing software. Students will apply the

principles of planning, type, color and graphic

design to develop documents which combine text,

graphics, and photographs for personal and business

use in print form or on the internet.

Prerequisite:

CBA

Course Code: 492150

DC II – Digital Imaging


An introduction to the concepts of graphics design

including the creation, editing, and output of

graphics for use in various digital media. This is a

hands-on course; students examine software

programs that familiarize them with the necessary

tools and methods used to create digital designs.

Students explore a wide range of selection, editing,

and manipulation techniques that can be applied to

photos, graphics and video

Prerequisite:

DC I

Course Code: 492160

HONORS DC III: Digital Media


This hands-on course focuses on the creative and

technical skills necessary for Web design and

animation. Students will create visual effects and

animated graphics for video, web, and other types of

media using computer software. Students learn the

fundamentals of Web design and HTML, explore

techniques used in building media for the Web,

along with learning to develop content and publish

media-based Web sites to the Internet.

Prerequisite:

DC II

Course Code: 492360

HONORS

DC IV: Digital Audio/Video Productions


Students are introduced to digital audio and video.

They will capture, create, and edit audio and video

files for media productions and various delivery

formats. This course allows the student to build

digital audio and video making skills by having

them conceive, storyboard, record, edit, and finalize

projects in various media formats. This is a hands-

on course that teaches students how to use audio

and video editing software to edit audio and video.

Prerequisite:

DC III

Course Code: 492370

Business Technology – Regular Courses

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Computerized Accounting I


Students learn the accounting cycle for a

proprietorship, partnership, and corporation. The

course provides information regarding banking

activities, taxes, depreciation, payroll, accounts

receivable and payable, and notes receivable and

payable.

Prerequisite:

CBA

Seniors by Teacher Recommendation Only

Course Code: 492100

HONORS Computerized Accounting II


Expand upon knowledge attained in Accounting I.

Emphasis will be on departmentalized accounting

and advanced procedures in payroll, depreciation,

and corporation

Prerequisite:

Computer Accounting I

Course Code: 492110

College & Career Readiness


This is a one-semester course designed to acquaint

students with the changing workplace and how

employees can function effectively within it. The

modules focus on Resources, Interpersonal Skills,

Information, Systems, and Technology. Students

will learn the skills of job seeking, matching the

right career/job with the student’s personality,

lifestyle, and future plans

Prerequisite:

CBA

Course Code: 493880

Internship


The internship course is designed to assist students

in their specific career focus areas and to help them

successfully transition to school-to-career.

Credit is based on 180 hours of work and 18 hours

of coordinator contact time. A maximum of 4

credits for 720 hours of work and 72 hours of

coordinator over a two-year period may be

awarded.

Prerequisite:

Workplace Readiness and meet all guidelines.

Interested students should request an application

from the office. Application must be submitted at

the time of Registration.

Course Code: 493860

Senior Technology Seminar


This course features expertise in Audio, Video and

Editing. Students will get hands on experience in

working with Mac computers. This is where we

produce LTV videos which will be recorded and

sent to the high school to watch.

Prerequisite:

Computer Business Applications and

Admission to this course is based on an application

process as determined by the school district which

will be overseen by Mrs. Stivers

Course Code: 492550

Business Technology – Specialty Courses

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Army JROTC LET I


This course introduces students to the U. S. Army

Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (JROTC)

Program, its mission, and the Leadership Education and Training

(LET)curriculum for the first level of instruction.

Completing the material in this course requires

discipline and hard work, however the reward is

well worth the effort. the course is devoted to your

growth, both as a student and a person. The course

teaches self-discipline, confidence, and pride in a

job well done. Students will be issued a uniform to

be worn once weekly or as designated. The course

offers challenges and opportunities to encourage

teamwork, strengthen self-esteem, improve physical

fitness and athletic ability, and provide incentive to

live drug-free, motivating young people to be better

citizens. Prerequisite:

None

Course Code: 495790

Army JROTC LET II


The course teaches cadets the tenets of Leadership,

the value of citizenship, service to the community,

personal responsibility, teamwork and self-discipline.

During this course cadets are assigned a leadership

position with the battalion. During this LET level,

cadets are taught basic first aid procedures. The

course will enable the cadet to think logically and

communicate effectively with others, both orally

and in writing. Cadets will also develop mental

management abilities, and begin development of a

career portfolio.

Prerequisite:

JROTC I

Course Code: 495800

Marksmanship

Grade 10,11,12 0 Unit Year Description: This lesson introduces you to the historic applications of

marksmanship and its current application as a sport. It

also identifies the qualities that make participants in the

sport of air rifle target shooting safe and successful.

Prerequisite:

BY TEACHER RECOMMENDATION ONLY

Course Code: 999990

Army JROTC LET III


The third year of Army Junior Reserve Officer’s

Training Corps (JROTC) instruction will involve

you more as a leader, teacher and counselor within

your cadet battalion. These leadership and academic

opportunities will enable you to succeed both in

school and after graduation. This co-ed course is

one of continuing the development of individual

leadership/management ability through case study

methods, the examination of techniques used in

developing teamwork, and the influences of

individual and group behavior on the requirements

of leadership management. The emphasis of this

course is practical exercise in problem solving and

management. The student assumes the role of

leader/manager and is confronted with problems

which require his or her solution.

Prerequisite:

JROTC II

Course Code: 495810

Army JROTC LET IV


In level IV, cadets begin to focus on

military/civilian careers both at the Service

Academies and various branches of the Armed

Forces if they so desire. As a LET IV they are

responsible for teaching LET I, II, and III. They

assist the SAI and AI in various classroom and drill

activities. They will conduct staff briefings as

required. The cadets must be willing to participate

in physical fitness activities and be able to wear

military uniform to the Army Standard.

Prerequisite:

JROTC III

Course Code: 495890

Army Junior ROTC

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Medical Procedures


This course helps students develop specific and

general skills needed by the health technology

profession

Prerequisite:

Medical Terminology

Course Code: 495330

Medical Terminology


This course assists students in developing the

language used for communication in the health care

profession.

Prerequisite:

Biology

Course Code: 495360

Introduction to Medical Professions


This course provides the general overview of the

many health related occupations and the special

concerns of the health care worker

Prerequisite:

None

Course Code: 495340

Medical Professions Expanded


This course provides the general overview of the

many health related occupations and the special

concerns of the health care worker

Prerequisite:

Intro to Medical Professions

Course Code: 495380

Health Science

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Computer Science & Mathematics


Designed to provide students with an opportunity to

apply a mathematics background to computer

science projects. Students will explore the uses of

mathematics and computer programming as tools in

creating workable solutions to complex problems.

Prerequisite: Algebra 1 & Geometry, currently

enrolled in or completed Algebra 2

Does count as 4th year math towards graduation

Course Code: 439100

Transitional Math Ready

Grade 11,12 1 Unit Year Description: Emphasizes understanding of math concepts rather

than just memorizing procedures. This will equip

students with higher order thinking to apply math

skills, functions and concepts in different situations.

NOT designed for STEM majors.

Prerequisite: Algebra 1 & Geometry (This is a

math elective & does not count towards

graduation)

Course Code: 439110

Essentials Of Computer Programming


Designed for students with no formal computer

programming experience. Students will spend the

majority of the time coding to solve real world

problems in a collaborative environment.

Prerequisite:

Algebra 2

This will count as the 4th year of mathematics

needed for graduation

Course Code: 460020

Transitional Literacy Ready

Grade 11,12 1Unit Year Description:

An innovative dynamic course built to help students

master the literacy skills needed for three core

subjects- English, social studies and science. This

course is best suited for the middle range of

students. Not those in AP or who are severely

behind

Prerequisite: None

Does NOT count as an English credit towards

graduation. This is an elective only

Course Code: 496030

Earth Science

Grade 11,12 1Unit Year Description:

This course focuses on Earth as a system and

introduces students to Earth Science in a way that

integrates common core standards with critical

thinking and analytical skills

Prerequisite: None

Does NOT count as an science credit towards

graduation. This is an elective only

Course Code: 525010

Virtual Arkansas - Core

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German 1


Stresses correct pronunciation, aural

comprehension, and simple speaking ability. As

communication skills develop, the course includes

additional vocabulary and basic grammar necessary

for limited reading and writing.

Prerequisite:

NONE

Course Code: 442000

German 2

Grade 11,12 1 Unit Year Description: Develops and expands the fundamental skills

introduced in German 1. Aural comprehension,

pronunciation, and speaking exercises facilitate oral

communication

Prerequisite:

German 1

Course Code: 442010

Spanish 3


An elective course that emphasizes oral and written

expression to promote more proficient Spanish

communications skills. It includes the review and

expansion of essential Spanish grammar and

vocabulary necessary for advanced communication.

Prerequisite:

Spanish 2

Course Code: 440030

American Sign Language


This course provides basic instruction in language

usage, vocabulary, and grammar which lead to

increased communicative and cultural proficiency in

ASL. Visual attending, signing, role-playing, and

group activities are designed to instruct, reinforce,

connect language skills, and develop signacy.

Prerequisite:

None

Course Code: 449010

Visual Arkansas – Foreign Language

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Art Appreciation & American Identity


Students will learn how to discuss and interpret

paintings from the Crystal Bridges Museum of

American Art and other museums throughout the

country. The final project will culminate in a virtual

student created exhibition.

Prerequisite:

None

Does NOT count as the ½ fine art needed for

graduation

Course Code: 559020

Visual Art Appreciation

Grade 10, 11,12 ½ Unit Semester Description:

Designed to develop perceptional awareness and

aesthetic sensitivity, as well as a foundation for a

lifelong relationship with the arts.

Prerequisite: None

This course DOES meet the ½ credit fine art

needed for graduation.

Course Code: 453100

Programming 1


A course in any modern, high level, structured

language. Concepts will be taught in the context of

practical applications

Prerequisite:

CBA

Course Code: 492390

Programming 2


A continuation of the study of the language taught

in programming 1

Prerequisite:

Programming 1

Course Code: 492400

Virtual Arkansas Business Technology & Fine Arts

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Criminal Law


This program prepares individuals to perform the

duties of the police and public security officers,

including witness interviewing, evidence collection

and management, and basic crime prevention

methods

Prerequisite:

None

Course Code: 494610

Introduction to Criminal Justice


This program prepares individuals to perform the

duties of police and public security officers,

including patrol and investigative activities, traffic

control, crowd control, and public relations.

Prerequisite:

None

Course Code: 494620

Forensic Science and The Law


This course emphasis is placed on how forensic

science is used in conjunction with the law and legal

system. This course will provide a brief history and

development of forensic science and how forensic

science functions within the legal system today.

Prerequisite:

None

Course Code: 590090

Introductions to Careers in Law

Public Safety and Security


This course is designed to provide an overview of

careers in Law, public safety, corrections, and

security. This course will cover careers in each

pathway, ethical issues related to each career as well

as necessary education requirements.

Prerequisite:

None

Course Code: 590110

Law and Order: Career Intent


This course will provide the student with an

overview of the legal system in the United States

including how the legal system works from the

federal, state and local levels.

Prerequisite:

None

Course Code: 590110

Arkansas Legal


This program prepares individuals to perform duties

within the legal service pathways and includes an

overview of the Arkansas judicial and legislative

system.

Prerequisite:

Law and Order

Course Code: 590110

Virtual Arkansas – Law

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Fashion Merchandising


A course designed to offer an overview of the

fashion industry. It provides the foundation in

preparing students for a wide range of careers

available in different levels of the fashion industry.

Prerequisite:

None

Course Code: 492190

Marketing


This course will provide students with the

fundamental concepts, principles, skills, and

attitudes common to the field of marketing.

Instruction focuses on market types, market

analysis, consumer types, planning, promotion,

buying, pricing, and careers.

Prerequisite:

None

Course Code: 492330

Sports and Entertainment Marketing


A course designed to provide students with an

understanding of market concepts, foundations, and

functions as they relate to career opportunities in the

growing area of sports and entertainment.

Prerequisite:

None

Course Code: 492640

Fundamentals of Photography


This program prepares students to effectively

communicate ideas and information to business and

consumer audiences and record events and people

via film, still or video photography

Prerequisite:

None

Course Code: 494350

Intermediate Photography


This instructional program allows the photography

student to implement artistic techniques to

effectively communicate ideas and information to

business and consumer audiences and record events

and people via film, still or video photography.

Prerequisite:

Fundamentals of Photography

Course Code: 494370

Advanced Photography


This independent production based program is

designed to provide the advanced photography

student with the knowledge and highly advanced

skills for a comprehensive career in photography

Prerequisite:

Intermediate Photography

Course Code: 494380

Virtual Arkansas Marketing and Sales & Photography

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Abnormal Psychology


This course provides a basic survey of maladaptive

human behavior. Major psychological disorders,

their causes, symptom behaviors, cultural

influences, and relevant treatment approaches are

discussed.

Prerequisite:

None

Course Code: 495370

Human Behavior and Disorders


This course focuses on normal behavior and

personality, abnormal behavior and personality, and

behavior disorders and the therapies used to treat

those disorders and abnormalities.

Prerequisite:

Abnormal Psychology

Course Code: 495320

Pathology

Grade 12 ½ Unit Semester Description:

This course is devoted to the exploration of human

pathology. Pathology is a branch of medical science

that studies the causes, nature, and effects of

diseases.

Prerequisite:

Biology & Medical Terminology

Course Code: 495290

Virtual Arkansas – Health Science

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International Travel


A course that provides detailed coverage of

international air travel, geography, international

airfares and ticketing procedures, travel

requirements, travel in Europe, Russia, Asia and the

Pacific; ecotourism analysis, and broadening of

global horizons to maximize cultural understandings

Prerequisite:

None

Course Code: 492230

Introduction to Hospitality


A course that provides students with an overview of

the hospitality industry and career opportunities

within the industry. The students learn operation

procedures in the front office operations, guest

services, marketing and sales, bank office functions,

ownership and management, food, beverages, and

housekeeping management.

Prerequisite:

None

Course Code: 492250

Introductions to Travel & Tourism


This course is an in-depth study of worldwide

travel, transportation, and tourism. Students are

introduced to the industry as a whole and job

opportunities that are available. The course covers

resource allocations, technology, and social,

organizational, and technology systems.

Prerequisite:

None

Course Code: 492260

Travel Destinations


This course provides a working knowledge of the

geography of the earth as it relates to travel and

tourism. Focus is on the attractions of place,

patterns, and processes of World Tourism,

Geography and Travel and tourism.

Prerequisite:

None

Course Code: 492460

Virtual Arkansas – Travel & Tourism

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Career Readiness


Designed to provide the student with the necessary

skills to evaluate who they are, what they need in a

career, research postsecondary options and career

information

Prerequisite:

None

Course Code: 493900

College and Career Readiness


A class designed to provide the student with the

necessary skills to evaluate fundamental

employment ready skills and what they need from

education to be prepared to refine their choices

through a decision making process and master the

skills most needed by 21st century employers

Prerequisite:

None

Course Code: 493880

ACT Prep


The goal of ACT prep is for all students to achieve a

composite score of at least a “19” on the ACT, to be

unconditionally admitted to their college or

university of choice. The course will be

personalized by Virtual Academy to focus on a

students weaknesses.

Prerequisite:

None

Seniors will need to pay $35 to access the program

Juniors will be free

Course Code: 696000

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SPECIAL NOTES

1. All AP courses carry weighted credit, which means that more quality points are assigned to the

grades received. Students are encouraged to pursue the AP curriculum but should keep in mind

that coursework is demanding and rigorous. Students in the program are required to take AP

exams.

2. Parents and students are encouraged to consult counselors often about their four-year plan to

verify needed credits and coursework.

3. The pre-registration process is crucial and will be used as a means to develop schedules. Every

effort will be made to accommodate student requests; however, there is always a possibility that

electives other than those requested may be assigned. The most critical consideration for

scheduling is that requirements for graduation are being met.

4. All schedules are final. Only incomplete schedules and/or schedules with errors conflicting with

the four year plan will be reviewed for corrections. No other requests will be considered. Students

with scheduling errors should follow all specified procedures for corrections.

5. When selecting electives, students should pay close attention to prerequisite requirements.

Important Information On Virtual Arkansas

More detailed course descriptions can be found at virtualarkansas.gov

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